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Question posted by Anonymous-174259 on June 9th, 2023

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Answer #1: Posted by SonuKumar on June 9th, 2023 10:33 PM

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Certainly! I'd be happy to help you understand how to use the Sony SS-WS5 speaker system and which wires are involved. Based on my personal experience with similar speaker systems, here's a guide to get you started:

Start by locating the Sony SS-WS5 speaker system. It typically consists of a subwoofer unit and satellite speakers.

Identify the available input options on the subwoofer unit. Commonly, you will find connectors such as RCA, speaker wire terminals, or a dedicated subwoofer output.

Determine the audio source you plan to connect to the Sony SS-WS5. It could be a receiver, amplifier, TV, or any other device that produces audio output.

Depending on the available input options on the subwoofer unit and the audio source, you will need to choose the appropriate cables or wires.

If your audio source has an RCA output, you can use an RCA cable. Connect one end of the RCA cable to the subwoofer unit's RCA input and the other end to the RCA output of your audio source.

If your audio source has a dedicated subwoofer output, you can use a subwoofer cable. Connect one end of the subwoofer cable to the subwoofer unit's input and the other end to the dedicated subwoofer output of your audio source.

If your audio source doesn't have a specific subwoofer output but provides speaker wire terminals, you can use speaker wire. Connect one end of the speaker wire to the corresponding speaker wire terminals on the subwoofer unit and the other end to the speaker terminals of your audio source. Ensure proper polarity matching (positive to positive and negative to negative).

Once the connections are made, power on the audio source and the Sony SS-WS5 speaker system.

Adjust the volume and other settings on your audio source to your desired levels.

Test the audio output by playing a sound or music. You should now experience enhanced bass and audio quality through the Sony SS-WS5 subwoofer and satellite speakers.

Remember, these instructions are based on my personal experience with similar speaker systems. It's always recommended to refer to the user manual of your Sony SS-WS5 or consult Sony's official support resources for precise instructions tailored to your specific model.

I hope this explanation helps you understand how to use the Sony SS-WS5 speaker system and connect the appropriate wires! Enjoy your audio experience!

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Operating Instructions - Page 3

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Operating Instructions - Page 4

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Operating Instructions - Page 5

...11 Getting Started Unpacking 13 Inserting Batteries into the Remote....... 13 Step 1: Speaker System Hookup........... 14 Step 2: Antenna Hookups 18 Step 3: TV and Video Component Hookups 20 Step ...4: Connecting the AC Power Cords 22 Speaker Setup 23 Playing Discs Playing Discs 24 Resuming Playback from the Point Where You Stopped the Disc 27 (Resume Play) Using the DVD's Menu 27 Playing VIDEO CDs...

Operating Instructions - Page 13

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Operating Instructions - Page 14

.... To obtain the best possible surround sound, specify the speaker parameters (distance, level, etc.) on page 23. Do not connect any speakers other than those of the jacks to be connected. (-) (-) (+) (+) colour tube 14GB Step 1: Speaker System Hookup Connect the supplied speaker system using the supplied speaker cords by matching the colours of the jacks to...

Operating Instructions - Page 15

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Operating Instructions - Page 16

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Operating Instructions - Page 17

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Operating Instructions - Page 18

... Connect the supplied AM/FM antennas for connecting the antennas Connect the AM loop antenna FM wire antenna To the AM terminals FM 75Ω COAXIAL jack AM loop antenna FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L L AUDIO IN VIDEO...

Operating Instructions - Page 21

... AUDIO OUT L R OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT OUT OUT FRONT R CENTER FRONT L SURR R WOOFER SURR L SPEAKER SCAN SELECT SELECTABLE R INTERLACE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT R VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT L L AUDIO IN...etc. Australian models is NTSC; To reset to NTSC, turn off the system and then turn on again using the system Connect the audio output jacks of the TV or game machine to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN ...

Operating Instructions - Page 23

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Operating Instructions - Page 29

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Operating Instructions - Page 47

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Operating Instructions - Page 48

..." cinema production studio. This mode is ideal for watching musicals or classic films where music is ideal for watching most any source using only the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. This mode is the integrated mode which operates these elements simultaneously. This mode reproduces the sound characteristics of the Sony...

Operating Instructions - Page 49

...sound field Press SOUND FIELD +/- When connecting the headphone to front, centre, and surround speakers. Sound Adjustments Selecting other sound fields SOUND FIELD +/- Notes • This function is unavailable...With the tuner, sound fields are cancelled and the multi channel source is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that was last applied to function is ...

Operating Instructions - Page 65

... PICTURE INTERLACE 3 Select an item using X/x, then press ENTER. The Setup...using the Setup Display, you can also set the subtitle language and the Setup Display, among other things. For an overall list of Setup Display items, see page 6672. You can make various adjustments to select the setup item from the displayed list: "LANGUAGE SETUP," "SCREEN SETUP," "CUSTOM SETUP," "SPEAKER...

Operating Instructions - Page 70

...) To obtain the best possible surround sound, set the parameters for a moment. • Depending on the settings of other speakers, subwoofer may be excessive. NONE: Select this if no centre speaker is used . NONE: Select this if no surround speaker is used . Then use the test tone to adjust the level and the balance of the...

Operating Instructions - Page 71

... to the listening position, in sequence while adjusting balance or level. When you select one time Use the VOLUME control on the system, or press VOLUME +/-. To adjust the volume of all front and surround speakers are not placed at one of the subwoofer 0 dB (-6 dB to +6 dB, 1 dB increments). SURROUND LEFT...

Operating Instructions - Page 72

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Operating Instructions - Page 74

... the following items. • Are the + and - If the STANDBY indicator flashes Immediately unplug the power cord and check the following difficulties while using only the specified speakers? • Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the TV is dirty or flawed. • If the picture output from the MONITOR OUT or...