WARNING Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventila

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1 Sound Bar Operating Instructions GB CT The software of this system may be updated in the future. To find out details on any available updates, please visit the following URL Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia (1) HT-CT790

2 WARNING Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources (for example, lighted candles). To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance. The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately. Do not expose batteries or appliances with battery-installed to excessive heat, such as sunshine and fire. Indoor use only. Recommended cables Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used for connection to host computers and/or peripherals. For the Bar Speaker The nameplate is located on the bottom of the Bar Speaker. 2 GB

3 Table of Contents Supplied Accessories...5 Guide to Parts and Controls...6 About the Home Menu Connecting and Preparation Basic connections and preparation Startup Guide (separate document) Connection for Viewing Copyrightprotected 4K Content Mounting the Unit on a Wall Connecting to a Wired Network...17 Connecting to a Wireless Network Listening to the Sound Listening to the TV...21 Listening to the Connected Device...21 Listening to Music on a USB Device Selecting the Sound Effect Setting the Sound Effect that is Tailored to Sound Sources (SOUND FIELD)...24 Enjoying Clear Sound with Low Volume at Midnight (NIGHT) Making Dialogues Clearer (VOICE)...25 Adjusting the Volume of the Subwoofer...26 Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound...26 Listening to Music/Sound with the BLUETOOTH Function Listening to Music from a Mobile Device...28 Listening to Sound of the Connected TV or Device from Headphones or Speakers Enjoying with the Network Function Listening to Music on your PC via a Home Network Listening to Music on Music Services...34 Listening to Music on the Mobile Device with SongPal...35 Using Google Cast...36 Connecting the SongPal Link- Compatible Device (Wireless Multi Room/Wireless Surround)...36 Displaying the Screen of the Mobile Device on a TV (MIRRORING)...38 Using the Various Functions/ Settings Performing the Wireless Connection of the Subwoofer (LINK)...40 Playing Compressed Audio Files with Natural Sound Quality Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (AUDIO) Deactivating Buttons on the Unit...42 Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display and BLUETOOTH Indicator (DIMMER) GB

4 Saving Power in Standby Mode Using the Control for HDMI Function Using the BRAVIA Sync Function Using the Setup Display Options Menu List Troubleshooting Troubleshooting...57 Resetting the System Additional Information Specifications Playable Types of Files Supported Input Audio Formats Supported Input Video Formats On BLUETOOTH Communication END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT...72 Precautions...76 Index GB

5 Supplied Accessories HDMI cable (4K 60p 18Gbps compatible) (1) Bar Speaker (1) Startup Guide (1) Wall mounting brackets (2), Screws (2) Subwoofer (1) Operating Instructions (1) Remote control (1) R03 (size AAA) batteries (2) 5 GB

6 Guide to Parts and Controls Details are omitted from the illustrations. Unit (Bar Speaker) Front Remote control sensor Front panel display BLUETOOTH indicator (blue) Flashes quickly in blue: During pairing standby status Flashes in blue: BLUETOOTH connection is being attempted Lights in blue: BLUETOOTH connection has been established (power) button Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode. INPUT button (page 11, 21) PAIRING button (page 28) VOL +/ buttons N-Mark (page 29) When using the NFC function, touch your NFC-compatible device to the mark. (USB) port 6 GB

7 Rear LAN(100) port TV IN (OPTICAL) jack ANALOG IN jack HDMI IN 3 jack Compatible with HDCP 2.2. HDMI IN 2 jack Compatible with HDCP 2.2. HDMI IN 1 jack Compatible with HDCP 2.2. HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack Compatible with HDCP GB

8 Subwoofer Power indicator Lights in red: The subwoofer is in standby mode Flashes in green: While attempting link connection Lights in green: The subwoofer is connected to the system with the link function (power) button Turns on the subwoofer or sets it to standby mode. LINK button (page 40) Ventilation holes For safety, do not block the ventilation holes. 8 GB

9 Remote Control INPUT +/ (page 11, 21) (power) Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode. DISPLAY Displays playback information on the TV screen. CLEAR AUDIO+ (page 24) SOUND FIELD (page 24) VOICE (page 25) NIGHT (page 25) DIMMER (page 42) Color buttons Shortcut keys for selecting items on some menus. MIRRORING (page 38) PAIRING (page 28) OPTIONS (page 26, 56) BACK (page 11) / / / (page 11) (enter) (page 11) HOME (page 11) (muting) Turns off the sound temporarily. (volume) +/ Adjusts the volume. SW (subwoofer volume) +/ Adjusts the volume of the subwoofer. 9 GB

10 Playback operation buttons / (rewind/fast forward) Searches backward or forward. / (previous/next) Selects the previous/next chapter, track, or file. (play) Starts or re-starts playback (resume play). (pause) Pauses or re-starts playback. (stop) Stops playback. RX/TX (receiver/transmitter) (page 32) AUDIO (page 41) 10 GB

11 About the Home Menu You can display the home menu on the TV screen by connecting the system and TV with the HDMI cable (supplied). From the home menu, you can set the various settings by selecting [Setup] or select the input or service that you want to watch from the input list. [Wireless Surround] [Setup] Input list Using the Home Menu / / /, (enter) HOME BACK 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Press / / / to select [Setup], an item on the input list, or [Wireless Surround], then press. The selected input, setup display, or setting display for the wireless surround function appears on the TV screen. To return to the previous screen, press BACK. 11 GB

12 Input list Input name Explanation [TV] Outputs the TV sound. (page 21) [HDMI1] Outputs the sound of device that is connected to the HDMI IN 1 jack. (page 21) [HDMI2] Outputs the sound of device that is connected to the HDMI IN 2 jack. (page 21) [HDMI3] Outputs the sound of device that is connected to the HDMI IN 3 jack. (page 21) [Bluetooth Audio] Outputs the sound of device that is connected with the BLUETOOTH function. (page 28) [Analog] Outputs the sound of device that is connected to the ANALOG IN jack. [USB] Outputs music or plays back photo files stored on a connected USB device. (page 22) [Screen mirroring] Displays the screen of the mobile device on the TV screen. (page 38) [Home Network] Outputs music or plays back photo files on the device that is connected via the network. (page 33) [Music Services] Uses music services on the Internet. (page 34) [Setup] See Using the Setup Display (page 48). [Wireless Surround] Displays the setting display for the wireless surround function that allows you to use the wireless speakers (not supplied) as the surround speakers of the system. Perform the setting by following the on-screen instructions. Tip You can also select the input by pressing INPUT +/ repeatedly. 12 GB

13 About the Steps Description In these Operating Instructions, the operations are described as steps that are operated on the home menu displayed on the TV screen by using the remote control while the system and TV are connected with the HDMI cable (supplied). The operating steps that select items on the TV screen by using / / / and simplified in the following way. are Example: Select [Setup] from the home menu. The operation that selects an item by pressing / / / and select. is expressed as Example: Select [Network Settings] - [Internet Settings] - [Wired Setup] on the home menu. When repeating the operation that selects an item by pressing / / / and, the selected items are linked with -. Tips You can use the buttons on the unit if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote control. Characters in brackets [ ] appear on the TV screen. Characters in quotes appear in the front panel display. 13 GB

14 Connecting and Preparation Connection for Viewing Copyright-protected 4K Content Connecting a 4K TV and 4K Device To view copyright-protected 4K content and listen to sound from the system, connect the TV and device to the system via an HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI jack. You can only view copyright-protected 4K content through the HDCP2.2- compatible HDMI jack connection. HDCP2.2- compatible HDMI jack HDCP2.2- compatible HDMI jack TV Blu-ray Disc player, cable box, or satellite box, etc. HDMI cable (supplied) HDMI cable (not supplied) Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet that supports 18Gbps is recommended. 1 Check which HDMI input jack on your TV is compatible with HDCP2.2. Refer to the operating instructions of the TV. 2 Connect the HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI input jack on the TV and HDMI OUT jack on the unit with the HDMI cable (supplied). TV connection is completed. 14 GB

15 3 Connect the HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI output jack of the 4K device and HDMI IN jack of the unit with the HDMI cable (not supplied). Refer to the operating instructions of the 4K device to check that the HDMI OUT jack of the 4K device is compatible with HDCP2.2. 4K device connection is completed. 4 Play copyright-protected 4K content. The image appears on the TV screen and the sound is output from the system. Tip You can connect the 4K device to any of HDMI IN 1, HDMI IN 2, or HDMI IN 3 jack because all jacks are compatible with HDCP2.2. When the TV s HDMI Jack is not Labeled with ARC HDCP2.2- compatible HDMI jack Connecting and Preparation If your TV s HDCP2.2-compatible HDMI IN jack is not compatible with ARC, the TV sound is not output from the system. In this case, connect the optical output jack of the TV and the TV IN (OPTICAL) jack on the unit with the optical digital cable (not supplied). HDCP2.2- compatible HDMI jack TV Blu-ray Disc player, cable box, or satellite box, etc. HDMI cable (supplied) HDMI cable (not supplied) Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet that supports 18Gbps is recommended. Optical digital cable (not supplied) 15 GB

16 Mounting the Unit on a Wall You can mount the unit on a wall. 1 Fix the wall mounting brackets (supplied) to the bracket fixing holes on the bottom of the unit with the screws (supplied) so that the surface of each wall mounting bracket is as shown in the illustration. Fix the two wall mounting brackets to the left and right fixing holes on the bottom of the unit. Screw (supplied) Notes Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plasterboard wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely in the wall beam. Install the speakers horizontally, hung by screws in studs in a continuous flat section of the wall. Have the installation done by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor and pay special attention to safety during the installation. Sony shall not be held responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength, improper screw installation or natural disaster, etc. Wall mounting brackets (supplied) 2 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes on the wall mounting bracket. 4mm More than 30 mm 4.6 mm 10 mm Hole on the wall mounting bracket 16 GB

17 3 Fasten the screws in the wall. The screw should protrude as illustration. 3.5 mm to 4.5 mm 730 mm Connecting to a Wired Network Prepare the network by connecting the system and PC to your home network with a LAN cable. Connecting to a PC or Router with a LAN Cable The following illustration is the example for connection of the system and PC to your home network. Connecting and Preparation 4 Hang the holes of the mounting bracket on the screws. Align the holes at of the mounting bracket with the screws, then hang the unit on the two screws. Internet Modem LAN cable (not supplied) Router Server Note The server needs to be connected to the same network as that of the system. Tip We recommend that you use a shielded straight interface cable (not supplied). 17 GB

18 Connecting by Obtaining the Network Information Automatically 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [Network Settings] - [Internet Settings] - [Wired Setup]. 4 Select [Auto]. The system starts network settings and the network setting status appears. Press / to browse information, and then press. 5 Select [Save & Connect]. The system starts connecting to the network. For details, refer to the messages that appear on the TV screen. 5 Perform the setting by following the on-screen instructions. The system starts network settings and the network setting status appears. Press / to browse information, and then press. 6 Select [Save & Connect]. The system starts connecting to the network. For details, refer to the messages that appear on the TV screen. Connecting by Using a Fixed IP Address 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [Network Settings] - [Internet Settings] - [Wired Setup]. 4 Select [Manual]. 18 GB

19 Connecting to a Wireless Network Prepare the network by connecting the system and PC to your wireless LAN router. Note The server needs to be connected to the same network as that of the system. Connecting with the WPS Button When your wireless LAN router (access point) is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)- compatible, you can easily set the network settings with the WPS button. 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [Network Settings] - [Internet Settings] - [Wireless Setup] - [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)]. 4 Select [Start]. 5 Press the WPS button on the access point. The system starts connecting to the network. Connecting by Selecting the Network Name (SSID) If your wireless LAN router (access point) is not compatible with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), check the following information in advance. The network name (SSID)* The security key (password)** * SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that identifies a particular access point. **This information should be available from a label on your wireless LAN router/ access point, from the operating instructions, from the person who set up your wireless network, or from the information provided by your Internet service provider. 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [Network Settings] - [Internet Settings] - [Wireless Setup]. The list of the network name appears on the TV screen. 4 Select the desired network name (SSID). 5 Enter the security key (or passphrase) using the software keyboard, and then select [Enter]. The system starts connecting to the network. Connecting and Preparation 19 GB

20 Connecting by Using a Fixed IP Address Select [New connection registration] - [Manual registration] in step 4 of Connecting by Selecting the Network Name (SSID) and follow the on-screen instructions. Connecting by Using a PIN Code Select [New connection registration] in step 4 of Connecting by Selecting the Network Name (SSID) and select [(WPS) PIN Method]. Connecting by SongPal SongPal app can connect the system to the same wireless network as that of the mobile device. For details, follow the instruction of the app or refer to the following URL GB

21 Listening to the Sound Listening to the TV 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [TV] on the home menu. 3 Select the program using the TV s remote control. The selected TV program appears on the TV screen and the TV sound is output from the system. 4 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume by pressing +/ on the remote control. Adjust the subwoofer volume by pressing SW +/ on the remote control (page 26). Tip You can select [TV] by pressing INPUT +/ on the remote control. Listening to the Connected Device 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select the input that the desired device is connected on the home menu. The image of the selected device appears on the TV screen and the sound is output from the system. If you select [Analog], the home menu is displayed on the TV screen. 3 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume by pressing +/ on the remote control. Adjust the subwoofer volume by pressing SW +/ on the remote control (page 26). Tip You can select the input by pressing INPUT +/ on the remote control. Listening to the Sound Changing the Input Name Displayed on the Home Menu You can change the input name of [HDMI1], [HDMI2], or [HDMI3] that is displayed on the home menu. 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Put the cursor on [HDMI1], [HDMI2], or [HDMI3] on the home menu, then press OPTION. The options menu appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [Input Label]. 21 GB

22 4 Select the input name. You can select the input name from the following. [BD Player] [DVD Player] [Cable Box] [Satellite] [GAME] [PC] 5 Press to complete. Tip When you change the input name, the displayed icon is also changed automatically. Listening to Music on a USB Device You can play music/photo files stored on a connected USB device. For playable types of files, see Playable Types of Files (page 68). 1 Connect the USB device to the (USB) port. 2 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [USB (Connected)] from the home menu. 4 Select [Music] - folder on which songs are stored - song. The selected song is played and sound is output from the system. 5 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume by pressing +/ on the remote control. Adjust the subwoofer volume by pressing SW +/ on the remote control (page 26). Note Do not remove the USB device during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the USB device, turn the system 22 GB

23 off before connecting or removing the USB device. Tip You can perform various operations from the options menu (page 56). Viewing Photos on a USB Device You can play photo files stored on a connected USB device. For playable types of files, see Playable Types of Files (page 68). Select [Photo] - folder on which photos are stored - photo in step 4. The selected photo appears on the TV screen. Tip You can perform various operations from the options menu (page 56). Listening to the Sound 23 GB

24 Selecting the Sound Effect Setting the Sound Effect that is Tailored to Sound Sources (SOUND FIELD) You can easily enjoy pre-programmed sound effects that are tailored to different kinds of sound sources. SOUND FIELD CLEAR AUDIO+ Sound field [Sports] [Game Studio] [Standard] Explanation Commentary is clear, cheers are heard as surround sound, and sounds are realistic. Sound effects are optimized for game play. Sound effects are optimized for the individual source. Note When using the wireless multi room or wireless surround function, the sound field function is not available. Tips You can select [ClearAudio+] by pressing CLEAR AUDIO+ on the remote control. You can select the sound field from the options menu (page 56). 1 Press SOUND FIELD. The sound field menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Press the button repeatedly to select the desired sound field. Sound field [ClearAudio+] [Movie] [Music] Explanation The appropriate sound setting is automatically selected for the sound source. Sound effects are optimized for movies. This mode replicates the density and rich expanse of sound. Sound effects are optimized for music. 24 GB

25 Enjoying Clear Sound with Low Volume at Midnight (NIGHT) Making Dialogues Clearer (VOICE) Sound is output at low volume with minimum loss of fidelity and clarity of dialogue. 1 Press NIGHT. The night mode appears on the TV screen. 2 Press the button repeatedly to select the night mode. Mode [On] [Off] NIGHT Explanation Activates the night mode function. Deactivates the night mode function. 1 Press VOICE. The voice mode appears on the TV screen. 2 Press the button repeatedly to select the voice mode. Mode [Up Off] [Up 1] [Up 2] VOICE Explanation Standard Dialogue is easily heard by enhancing dialogue range. Dialogue range is enhanced, and dialogue sound may be easy to hear for the elderly. Selecting the Sound Effect Tip You can select [Night] from the options menu (page 56). Tip You can select [Voice] from the options menu (page 56). 25 GB

26 Adjusting the Volume of the Subwoofer The subwoofer is designed for playback of bass or low frequency sound. SW +/ Adjusting the Delay Between the Picture and Sound When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. The setting method differs depending on the input. / / /, Press SW (subwoofer volume) +/ to adjust the volume of the subwoofer. Note When the input source does not contain much bass sound, such as in TV programs, the bass sound from the subwoofer may be difficult to hear. OPTIONS When Watching the TV 1 Press OPTIONS. SYNC appears in the front panel display. 2 Press or The adjusting time appears in the front panel display. 3 Adjust the delay using /, then press. You can adjust from 0 msec to 300 msec in 25 msec increments. 4 Press OPTIONS. The options menu in the front panel display turns off. 26 GB

27 When Watching Another Device 1 Press OPTIONS. The options menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [A/V SYNC]. 3 Adjust the delay using /, then press. You can adjust from 0 msec to 300 msec in 25 msec increments. Selecting the Sound Effect 27 GB

28 Listening to Music/Sound with the BLUETOOTH Function Listening to Music from a Mobile Device You can listen to music stored on a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet via a wireless connection by connecting the system and the mobile device with the BLUETOOTH function. When connecting to the mobile device with the BLUETOOTH function, you can operate by simply using the supplied remote control without turning the TV on. INPUT +/ PAIRING SW +/ HOME +/ Playback operation buttons RX/TX Listening to Music by Pairing with a Mobile Device 1 Press PAIRING. The system enters the pairing mode, BT appears in the front panel display, and the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes quickly. 2 Turn on the BLUETOOTH function, and then select HT-CT790 after searching for it on the mobile device. If a Passkey is requested, enter Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the unit lights in blue. A connection between the system and mobile device has been established. 4 Start audio playback with the music app on the connected mobile device. Sound is output from the unit. 5 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume by pressing +/ on the remote control. Adjust the subwoofer volume by pressing SW +/ on the remote control (page 26). You can play or pause the content by using the playback operation buttons on the remote control. 28 GB

29 To check the connection status of the BLUETOOTH function Status During pairing standby status Connection is being attempted Connection has been established Not connected BLUETOOTH indicator Flashes quickly in blue Flashes in blue Lights in blue Off Tips Once the BLUETOOTH connection is established, an indication recommending which application to download will be displayed according to what device you have connected. Following the instructions displayed, an application called SongPal, which will enable you to operate this system, can be downloaded. Refer to Listening to Music on the Mobile Device with SongPal (page 35) for details on SongPal. Perform pairing for the second and subsequent mobile devices. To cancel pairing, press HOME. Listening to Music from the Paired Mobile Device 1 Turn the BLUETOOTH function of the mobile device to on. 2 Press INPUT +/ repeatedly to display BT in the front panel display. The input changes to [Bluetooth Audio] automatically, then the system automatically reconnects to the mobile device it was most recently connected to. 3 Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator lights in blue. A connection between the system and mobile device has been established. 4 Start audio playback with the music app on the connected mobile device. Sound is output from the unit. 5 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume by pressing +/ on the remote control. Adjust the subwoofer volume by pressing SW +/ on the remote control (page 26). You can play or pause the content by using the playback operation buttons on the remote control. To disconnect the mobile device Perform any of the following items. Disable the BLUETOOTH function on the mobile device. Press PAIRING on the remote control. Turn off the system or mobile device. Note If BT does not appear in the front panel display by pressing INPUT +/ in step 2 of Listening to Music from the Paired Mobile Device, press RX/TX on the remote control once. Tip When the connection is not established, select HT-CT790 on the mobile device. Connecting to a Mobile Device by One-Touch Function (NFC) By holding an NFC-compatible mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet near the N mark on the unit, the system is turned on automatically, then pairing Listening to Music/Sound with the BLUETOOTH Function 29 GB

30 and BLUETOOTH connection are performed automatically. Compatible devices Smartphones, tablets, and music players with the NFC function built-in (OS: Android or later, excluding Android 3.x) 1 Turn on the NFC function of the mobile device. 2 Touch the N mark on the unit with the mobile device. Keep touching until the mobile device vibrates and message appears on the mobile device. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete pairing of the unit and mobile device. BLUETOOTH indicator 3 Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator lights in blue. A connection between the system and mobile device has been established. 4 Start audio playback with the music app on the connected mobile device. Sound is output from the system. 5 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume by pressing +/ on the remote control. Adjust the subwoofer volume by pressing SW +/ on the remote control (page 26). You can play or pause the content by using the playback operation buttons on the remote control. To stop playback by One-touch function Touch the N mark on the unit with the mobile device again. Notes Depending on your device, you may need to perform the following items on your mobile device in advance. Turn on the NFC function. Download the NFC Easy Connect application from Google Play and start the application. (The application may not be available in some countries/ regions.) For details, refer to the operating instructions of your device. This feature does not work with BLUETOOTH-compatible headphones or speakers. To listen to sound using a BLUETOOTH-compatible headphones or speakers, see Listening to Sound of the Connected TV or Device from Headphones or Speakers (page 31). [Bluetooth Mode] is changed to [Receiver] automatically when making BLUETOOTH connection with the One-touch function. Even if the One-touch function is canceled, the [Bluetooth Mode] setting remains as [Receiver]. For details about [Bluetooth Mode], see [Bluetooth Settings] (page 50). 30 GB

31 Listening to Sound of the Connected TV or Device from Headphones or Speakers You can listen to sound of the connected TV or device from BLUETOOTH-compatible headphones or speakers by connecting it with the BLUETOOTH function. Tip When using wireless speakers manufactured by Sony (not supplied) as the surround speakers for the system, see Adding Rear Speakers (Wireless Surround) (page 37). Listening to Sound by Pairing with Headphones or Speakers 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [Bluetooth Settings] - [Bluetooth Mode] - [Transmitter]. The system enters BLUETOOTH transmission mode. 4 Set the BLUETOOTH-compatible headphones or speaker to the pairing mode. Refer to the operating instructions of the headphones or speaker for pairing method. 5 Select the name of the headphones or speaker from the [Device List] in [Bluetooth Settings]. When the BLUETOOTH connection is established, [Bluetooth device is connected.] appears. (The connected device name also appears.) If you cannot find name of your headphones or speaker in [Device List], select [Scan]. 6 Return to the home menu and select the desired input. The image of the selected input appears on the TV screen, BT TX appears in the front panel display, then the sound is output from the headphones or speaker. No sound is output from the system. For selecting input, see Using the Home Menu (page 11). 7 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume level of the headphones or speaker first. When connected with headphones or speakers, the volume level of the headphones or speaker can be controlled with VOL +/ on the unit and +/ on the remote control. To cancel pairing Cancel pairing of the headphones or speaker in step 4. To remove a registered device from the device list 1 Follow steps 1 to 5 of Listening to Sound by Pairing with Headphones or Speakers. 2 Select the name of the headphones or speaker, and then press OPTIONS. Listening to Music/Sound with the BLUETOOTH Function 3 Select [Remove]. 31 GB

32 4 Follow the on-screen instructions to delete the desired headphones or speaker from the device list. Listening to Sound with Paired Headphones or Speakers 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select the desired input. For selecting input, see Using the Home Menu (page 11). 3 Set the BLUETOOTH function of the headphones or speaker to on. 4 Press RX/TX on the remote control. [Bluetooth Mode] is set to [Transmitter] and BT TX appears in the front panel display. The system automatically reconnects to the headphones or speaker it was most recently connected to, then the sound is output from the headphones or speaker. No sound is output from the system. 5 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume level of the headphones or speaker. You can also adjust volume level of the headphones or speaker with +/ on the remote control. To disconnect the headphones or speaker Perform any of the following items. Disable the BLUETOOTH function on the headphones or speaker. Press RX/TX. Turn off the system, or the headphones or speaker. Select the device name of the connected headphones or speaker from [Setup] - [Bluetooth Settings] - [Device List]. About the Connection of the Headphones or Speaker You may not be able to adjust the volume level depending on the BLUETOOTH-compatible headphones or speaker. [Screen mirroring], [Bluetooth Audio], and Home Theatre Control function are disabled when [Bluetooth Mode] is set to [Transmitter]. When input of [Bluetooth Audio] or [Screen mirroring] is selected, you cannot set [Bluetooth Mode] to [Transmitter]. You cannot switch it with RX/TX on the remote control neither. You can register up to 9 BLUETOOTH devices. If a 10th BLUETOOTH device is registered, the least recently connected BLUETOOTH device will be replaced by the new one. The system can display up to 15 detected BLUETOOTH device in the [Device List]. You cannot change the sound effect or settings in the options menu while transmitting sound to the BLUETOOTH-compatible headphones or speaker. Some content may not be output due to content protection. Playback of audio/music on the BLUETOOTH device is delayed compared to that on the unit due to the characteristics of BLUETOOTH wireless technology. You can enable or disable the reception of AAC or LDAC audio from the BLUETOOTH device (page 51). 32 GB

33 Enjoying with the Network Function Listening to Music on a PC PC Listening to Music on your PC via a Home Network You can play music files stored on your PC via your home network. Music files can be played by operating on the on-screen display (OSD) of the system or dedicated app SongPal on a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet. Preparing the Home Network 1 Connect the system to a network. See Connecting to a Wired Network (page 17) and Connecting to a Wireless Network (page 19). 2 Connect the PC to a network. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the PC. 3 Set the PC. To use the PC on your home network, you need to set the PC as the server. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the PC. Tip See [Setup] - [Network Settings] - [Network Connection Status] when checking the network connection status. Wireless LAN router 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Home Network] from the home menu. The device name on your home network appears on the TV screen. 3 Select the desired device - [Music] - folder on which songs are stored - song. The selected song is played and sound is output from the system. 4 Adjust the volume. Adjust the volume by pressing +/ on the remote control. Adjust the subwoofer volume by pressing SW +/ on the remote control (page 26). Tips You can view photos stored on the PC by selecting [Photo] in step 3. You can perform various operations from the options menu (page 56). Enjoying with the Network Function 33 GB

34 Listening to Music on a PC by Using SongPal PC Wireless LAN router Smartphone or tablet You can play music files stored on the PC by operating the dedicated app SongPal that is downloaded to a mobile device such as a smartphone or tablet. For details of SongPal, see What You can Do with SongPal (page 35) or the following URL. Listening to Music on Music Services You can listen to music services offered on the Internet with this system. To use this function, the system must be connected to the Internet. 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Music Services] from the home menu. The music services list appears on the TV screen. 3 Select the desired music service. The guide for enjoying the music service appears on the TV screen. Follow the guide to enjoy the music services. Tip You can update the service provider list by pressing OPTIONS and selecting [Update Services] in step GB

35 Listening to Music on the Mobile Device with SongPal What You can Do with SongPal Enjoying music on the USB device You can play music on a device connected to the (USB) port on the unit. Note What you can control with SongPal varies depending on the connected device. The specification and design of the application may change without notice. SongPal is an application for controlling compatible Sony audio devices using your smartphone/iphone. Search for SongPal at Google Play or the App Store and download it onto your smartphone/iphone. For details about SongPal, refer to the following URL. Downloading SongPal on to your smartphone/iphone provides the following. Sound settings of the system You can easily customize your sound, or use the [ClearAudio+] setting recommended by Sony. Music service You can configure the initial settings to use music services*. * Depending on the country and region, music services and their period of availability may differ. An update of the device may be required. When using Google Cast on music service, see Using Google Cast (page 36). Using SongPal 1 Download the free SongPal app to the mobile device. 2 Connect the system and mobile device with the BLUETOOTH function (page 28) or network function (page 17). 3 Start SongPal. 4 Operate by following the SongPal screen. Notes Before using SongPal, be sure to set the [Bluetooth Mode] to [Receiver] (page 50). Use SongPal of the latest version. Tips You can connect the system and mobile device with the NFC function (page 29). When connecting with the network function, connect the mobile device to the same network as that of the system. Enjoying with the Network Function Enjoying music on your home network You can play music stored in your PC or home network server over your network. 35 GB

36 Using Google Cast Google Cast allows you to select music content from the Google Cast-enabled app and play back on the unit. Google Cast requires the initial setup using SongPal. 1 Download the free SongPal app to the mobile device. 2 Connect the device by Wi-Fi to the same network as that of the system (page 19). 3 Start SongPal, select the system, and tap [Settings] - [Google Cast] - [Learn how to Cast]. 4 Check the operation and Google Cast-enabled apps, and download the app. 5 Start the Google Cast-enabled app, tap the cast button, and select the system. Connecting the SongPal Link-Compatible Device (Wireless Multi Room/ Wireless Surround) You can enjoy music in any room or listen to music in surround sound by using the system with the SongPal Linkcompatible wireless speaker. Listening to the Same Music in Different Rooms (Wireless Multi Room) 6 Select and play music on the Google Cast-enabled app. The music is played on the system. Note You cannot use Google Cast while google cast updating is shown on the front panel display of the unit. Wait until the update is complete, and then try again. You can listen to your music stored in your PCs or smartphones and furthermore, music from network services, in different rooms with ultimate sound quality. You can operate with the SongPal app that is installed on a smartphone/ iphone. To use multiple SongPalcompatible devices, connect them to the same wireless LAN. To perform setting on SongPal Perform the setting by following the help on SongPal. Tip For details about SongPal, see What You can Do with SongPal (page 35). 36 GB

37 Adding Rear Speakers (Wireless Surround) When using the wireless surround function, the wireless LAN function is not available. Connect to the network with a wired LAN. When using the wireless surround function, the Screen mirroring function (page 38) is not available. When using the wireless surround function, you cannot set [Bluetooth Mode] to [Transmitter] (page 50). When using the wireless surround function, [Bluetooth Codec - LDAC] (page 51) is not available. You can add wireless speakers manufactured by Sony (not supplied) as the surround speakers of the system. Use the same model for the two wireless speakers. For details about applicable speakers, refer to the following URL. Notes The wireless surround function will be available with the system version M34.R.2000 or later and the wireless speaker version 2.00 or later. If you cannot set the wireless surround function, version of the system or wireless speaker may not be the latest version. To check the system version information, see [System Information] (page 53). For details about the updating method of the system, see [Software Update] (page 49). For details about the updating method of the wireless speaker, refer to the operating instructions of the wireless speaker. The software of the wireless speaker is not updated automatically when using the wireless surround function. To update, cancel the wireless surround function and connect the wireless speaker to the internet. To perform the setting on the system 1 Install the applicable speakers, and turn them on. 2 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. 4 Select [Wireless Surround Settings]. 5 Perform the setting by following the on-screen instructions. Tip You can display the setting display for the wireless surround function by selecting [Wireless Surround] on the home menu. To perform the setting on SongPal 1 Install the applicable speakers, and turn them on. 2 Select the system on SongPal, then perform the setting by following the instructions on SongPal. Enjoying with the Network Function 37 GB

38 Note The SongPal settings are effective with the SongPal version 4.0 or later. For details about SongPal downloading, see Using SongPal (page 35). To cancel the wireless surround function Select [Setup] - [Wireless Surround Settings] - [Stop Wireless Surround] on the home menu. Displaying the Screen of the Mobile Device on a TV (MIRRORING) [Screen mirroring] is a function to display the screen of a mobile device on the TV by Miracast technology. The system can be connected directly with a Screen mirroring-compatible device (e.g. smartphone, tablet). You can enjoy using the display screen of the device on your large TV screen. No wireless router (or access point) is required to use this feature. MIRRORING HOME BACK 1 Press MIRRORING. 2 Follow the on-screen instructions on the TV screen. Activate the Screen mirroring function from your mobile device. The screen of the mobile device appears on the TV screen. Tips You can select [Screen mirroring] from the home menu in step 1. You can improve the playback stability by setting [Screen mirroring RF Setting] (page 54). 38 GB

39 Notes When using Screen mirroring, the quality of picture and sound may sometimes be deteriorated due to interference from other networks. Depending on the usage environment, the quality of the picture and sound may be deteriorated. Some network functions may not be available during Screen mirroring. Make sure that your device is compatible with Miracast. Connectivity with all Miracast compatible devices is not guaranteed. Canceling Screen Mirroring Press HOME or BACK. Enjoying with the Network Function 39 GB

40 Using the Various Functions/ Settings Performing the Wireless Connection of the Subwoofer (LINK) Perform the wireless connection of the subwoofer again for a better connection. Power indicator LINK 3 Select [System Settings] - [Wireless Subwoofer Connection] - [Link]. The [Link] screen appears on the TV screen. 4 Press LINK on the rear of the subwoofer. The power indicator of the subwoofer flashes in green. Proceed to the next step within 1 minute. 5 Select [Start]. The link setting starts. To return to the previous display, select [Cancel]. 6 Complete the link setting by following the on-screen message. The power indicator of the subwoofer lights in green. Notes If the message [Cannot set Link.] appears, follow the on-screen instructions. When [Bluetooth Mode] is set to [Transmitter] and the BLUETOOTH device is connected to the system, the wireless subwoofer connection cannot be established. 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. 40 GB

41 Playing Compressed Audio Files with Natural Sound Quality This function enhances the sound quality of compressed audio files by restoring high-range sound removed by the compression process. You can enjoy listening to sound close to its original, natural and spatial sound. This function is only available when [Music] is selected as the sound field (page 24). 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. 3 Select [Audio Settings] - [DSEE]. 4 Select [On]. Notes This function is compatible with 2-channel digital input signals of 44.1 khz or 48 khz sampling frequency. The sampling frequency/bit depth after upscaling is up to 96 khz/24 bit. This function is not compatible with DSD signals. This function does not work when [Analog] is selected. Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (AUDIO) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. 1 Press AUDIO. The audio signal appears in the front panel display. 2 Press the button repeatedly to select the desired audio signal. Audio signal MAIN SUB MN/SB AUDIO Explanation Sound of the main language will be output. Sound of the sub language will be output. Mixed sound of both the main and sub languages will be output. Notes To receive a Dolby Digital signal, you need to connect a TV or other devices to the TV IN (OPTICAL) jack with the optical digital cable (not supplied). If your TV s HDMI IN jack is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function (page 45), you can receive a Dolby Digital signal via HDMI cable. Using the Various Functions/Settings 41 GB

42 Deactivating Buttons on the Unit You can deactivate buttons on the unit for preventing misoperation, such as child mischief (Child lock function). Changing the Brightness of the Front Panel Display and BLUETOOTH Indicator (DIMMER) You can change the brightness of the front panel display and BLUETOOTH indicator. DIMMER Press VOL, VOL +, and VOL in order while pressing and holding INPUT on the unit. LOCK appears in the front panel display, and buttons on the unit do not work. You can only operate the unit by using the remote control. Canceling the Child Lock Function Press VOL, VOL +, and VOL in order while pressing and holding INPUT on the unit. UNLCK appears in the front panel display, and the child lock function is canceled. Note (power) is not locked with the child lock function. 1 Press DIMMER. The display mode appears in the front panel display. 2 Press the button repeatedly to select the desired display mode. Mode BRIGHT DARK OFF Explanation The front panel display and BLUETOOTH indicator light brightly. The front panel display and BLUETOOTH indicator light darkly. The front panel display is turned off. 42 GB

43 Note The front panel display is turned off when OFF is selected. It turns on automatically when you press any button, then turns off again if you do not operate the system for about 10 seconds. However, in some cases, the front panel display may not turn off. In this case, the brightness of the front panel display is same as DARK. Saving Power in Standby Mode Check that you have made the following settings: [Bluetooth Standby] is set to [Off] (page 51). [Standby Through] is set to [Off] (page 52). [Quick Start/Network Standby] is set to [Off] (page 53). [Remote Start] is set to [Off] (page 54). Using the Various Functions/Settings 43 GB

44 Using the Control for HDMI Function Connecting a device such as a TV or Bluray Disc recorder compatible with the Control for HDMI function* by HDMI cable enables you to easily operate the device by a TV remote control. The following functions can be used with the Control for HDMI function. System Power Off function System Audio Control function Audio Return Channel One-Touch Play function Remote Easy Control HDMI Standby Through power saving setting Note These functions may work with devices other than those manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. * Control for HDMI is a standard used by CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) for allowing HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) devices to control each other. Preparing to Use the Control for HDMI Function Turn [System Settings] - [HDMI Settings] - [Control for HDMI] on the system to [On] (page 52). The default setting is [On]. Enable the Control for HDMI function settings for the TV and other device connected to the system. Tip If you enable the Control for HDMI ("BRAVIA" sync) function when using a TV manufactured by Sony, the Control for HDMI function of the system is also enabled automatically. When settings are completed, DONE appears in the front panel display. System Power Off Function When you turn off the TV, the system and the connected device will turn off automatically. Set [System Settings] - [HDMI Settings] - [Standby Linked to TV] on the system to [On] or [Auto] (page 52). The default setting is [Auto]. Note The connected device may not turn off depending on the status of the device. System Audio Control Function If you turn on the system while you are watching the TV, the TV sound will be output from the speakers of the system. The volume of the system can be adjusted using the TV s remote control. If the TV sound was output from the speakers of the system the previous time you watched the TV, the system will be turned on automatically when you turn on the TV again. Operations can also be made by the TV s menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Notes Sound is only output from the TV if other than [TV], [HDMI1], [HDMI2] or [HDMI3] input is selected when using the Twin Picture function on the TV. When you disable the Twin Picture function, the sound is output from the system. The number for the system s volume level is displayed on the TV screen depending on the TV. The volume number displayed on the TV may differ from the number on the front panel display of the system. 44 GB

45 Depending on the settings of the TV, the System Audio Control function may not be available. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Audio Return Channel If the system is connected to a TV s HDMI IN jack compatible with Audio Return Channel, you can listen to TV sound from the speakers of the system without connecting an optical digital cable. On the system, turn [System Settings] - [HDMI Settings] - [Audio Return Channel] to [Auto] (page 52). The default setting is [Auto]. Note If the TV is not compatible with Audio Return Channel, the optical digital cable (not supplied) needs to be connected (refer to the supplied Startup Guide). One-Touch Play Function When you play content on a device (Bluray Disc recorder, PlayStation 4, etc.) connected to the system, the system and TV are turned on automatically, the input of the system is switched to the input for the device played, and sound is output from the speakers of the system. Notes If [System Settings] - [HDMI Settings] - [Standby Through] on the system is set to [On] or [Auto] and the TV sound was output from the speakers of the TV the previous time you watched the TV, the system does not turn on and the sound and picture are output from the TV even if device content is played (page 52). Depending on the TV, the beginning part of content being played may not play correctly. Remote Easy Control You can operate the system by selecting the system from the TV s Sync Menu. This function can be used if the TV supports the Sync Menu. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV. Notes In the TV s link menu, the system is recognized by the TV as Player. Some operations may not be available with some TVs. HDMI Standby Through Power Saving Setting HDMI Standby Through power saving setting (page 52) is a function that allows you to enjoy the sound and picture of a connected device without turning on the system. Set [System Settings] - [HDMI Settings] - [Standby Through] to [Auto] (page 52). The default setting is [Auto]. Note If the picture of a device connected to the system is not displayed on the TV, set [Standby Through] to [On]. If you connect a TV other than those manufactured by Sony, we recommend you to select this setting. Using the Various Functions/Settings 45 GB