Operating Instructions
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...; If you are not going to disconnect the system from the wall outlet (mains). The operating voltage is indicated on the Sound Bar or the subwoofer, as you continuously use the system for a long time, be sure to use this is wider than the other for the purpose ...
...; If you are not going to disconnect the system from the wall outlet (mains). The operating voltage is indicated on the Sound Bar or the subwoofer, as you continuously use the system for a long time, be sure to use this is wider than the other for the purpose ...
Operating Instructions
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... the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of the Sound Bar that have any use any possible injury on certain types of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as staining or discoloration of ...The terms HDMI and HDMI HighDefinition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other equipment, be observed on the corners of the Sound Bar or the subwoofer. If you have been specially treated (with a soft dry cloth...
... the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of the Sound Bar that have any use any possible injury on certain types of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as staining or discoloration of ...The terms HDMI and HDMI HighDefinition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,487,535 & other equipment, be observed on the corners of the Sound Bar or the subwoofer. If you have been specially treated (with a soft dry cloth...
Operating Instructions
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.... If you do not intend to use the remote control, point it at the remote control sensor at the front of the Sound Bar. Notes Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot or humid place. Do not drop any foreign object... not expose the remote control sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking Subwoofer (SA-WCT260H) (1) Sound Bar (SA-CT260H) (1) Digital optical cable for an extended period of time, remove the battery to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. ...
.... If you do not intend to use the remote control, point it at the remote control sensor at the front of the Sound Bar. Notes Do not leave the remote control in an extremely hot or humid place. Do not drop any foreign object... not expose the remote control sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Getting Started Getting Started Unpacking Subwoofer (SA-WCT260H) (1) Sound Bar (SA-CT260H) (1) Digital optical cable for an extended period of time, remove the battery to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. ...
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Index to play back. VOL (volume) +/ keys Front panel display 10US Sound Bar on/standby) (remote control sensor) (BLUETOOTH) key/indicator INPUT key Press to select the input source to parts and controls For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.
Index to play back. VOL (volume) +/ keys Front panel display 10US Sound Bar on/standby) (remote control sensor) (BLUETOOTH) key/indicator INPUT key Press to select the input source to parts and controls For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.
Operating Instructions
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Getting Started Jacks (on the rear of Sound Bar) ANALOG IN jack (page 15) OPTICAL IN jack (page 14) HDMI TV OUT (ARC) jack (page 14) Subwoofer HDMI IN jack (page 14) AC power cord (mains lead) on/standby) indicator on/standby) button LINK button (page 28) AC power cord (mains lead) continued 11US
Getting Started Jacks (on the rear of Sound Bar) ANALOG IN jack (page 15) OPTICAL IN jack (page 14) HDMI TV OUT (ARC) jack (page 14) Subwoofer HDMI IN jack (page 14) AC power cord (mains lead) on/standby) indicator on/standby) button LINK button (page 28) AC power cord (mains lead) continued 11US
Operating Instructions
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...several seconds. MUTING VOL (volume AMP MENU (page 25) PAIRING (page 22) RETURN Returns to the beginning of the Sound Bar. * The and VOL + buttons have a tactile dot. To control the system on/standby) INPUT +/ (page 19) Press to ... TV (on/standby) Turns on or off the TV that the remote control is assigned to operate the subwoofer, Sound Bar, and connected equipment using the remote control supplied. Note Point the remote control towards the remote control sensor ( ) of the previous ...
...several seconds. MUTING VOL (volume AMP MENU (page 25) PAIRING (page 22) RETURN Returns to the beginning of the Sound Bar. * The and VOL + buttons have a tactile dot. To control the system on/standby) INPUT +/ (page 19) Press to ... TV (on/standby) Turns on or off the TV that the remote control is assigned to operate the subwoofer, Sound Bar, and connected equipment using the remote control supplied. Note Point the remote control towards the remote control sensor ( ) of the previous ...
Operating Instructions
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...the plug to that of the jack. Set "TV AUDIO" in the AMP menu according to on. No cable connection is required between the Sound Bar and the subwoofer because they can see the letters "ARC" beside the TV's HDMI jack if it before connecting the cable. HDMI cable (not supplied...) HDMI IN (ARC) Digital Audio OUT (optical) Digital optical cable for HDMI function is set to how the Sound Bar is compatible with a TV (page 26). When connected via an HDMI input jack with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, you cannot use ...
...the plug to that of the jack. Set "TV AUDIO" in the AMP menu according to on. No cable connection is required between the Sound Bar and the subwoofer because they can see the letters "ARC" beside the TV's HDMI jack if it before connecting the cable. HDMI cable (not supplied...) HDMI IN (ARC) Digital Audio OUT (optical) Digital optical cable for HDMI function is set to how the Sound Bar is compatible with a TV (page 26). When connected via an HDMI input jack with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, you cannot use ...
Operating Instructions
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... the remote control of the TV. Positioning the system The illustrations below are examples of how to the Sound Bar in a same room. When the Sound Bar is set "IR REP" to "ON" when the remote control can control the TV, appropriate operation ...of the interference between the Sound Bar and the subwoofer. Place the subwoofer close to install the Sound Bar. Installing the Sound Bar Installing the Sound Bar on a rack Installing the Sound Bar on a wall (page 17) Notes Take following precautions when installing the Sound Bar and the subwoofer. ...
... the remote control of the TV. Positioning the system The illustrations below are examples of how to the Sound Bar in a same room. When the Sound Bar is set "IR REP" to "ON" when the remote control can control the TV, appropriate operation ...of the interference between the Sound Bar and the subwoofer. Place the subwoofer close to install the Sound Bar. Installing the Sound Bar Installing the Sound Bar on a rack Installing the Sound Bar on a wall (page 17) Notes Take following precautions when installing the Sound Bar and the subwoofer. ...
Operating Instructions
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... (13/32 inches) Hole on the back of the Sound Bar Installing the Sound Bar on a wall You can install the Sound Bar on a vertical and flat reinforced area of the wall. Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay special attention to safety ...during the installation. Sony is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to the wall. Getting Started Removing the stands When the Sound Bar is to be placed tilting upward or on a wall, remove the 2 stands at the bottom of the Sound Bar, as shown below. 1 Prepare screws ...
... (13/32 inches) Hole on the back of the Sound Bar Installing the Sound Bar on a wall You can install the Sound Bar on a vertical and flat reinforced area of the wall. Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay special attention to safety ...during the installation. Sony is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to the wall. Getting Started Removing the stands When the Sound Bar is to be placed tilting upward or on a wall, remove the 2 stands at the bottom of the Sound Bar, as shown below. 1 Prepare screws ...
Operating Instructions
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... lights up in red. 2 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the Sound Bar to a wall outlet (mains). 3 Press the button of the subwoofer to the screws, then hang the Sound Bar onto the 2 screws. If it does not light up, press the ...of the subwoofer and wait for the indicator to light up the Wireless System The Sound Bar transmits sound from the equipment to the subwoofer by wireless communication. 1 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the Sound Bar. If it does not turn green, perform the operations of the subwoofer turns ...
... lights up in red. 2 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the Sound Bar to a wall outlet (mains). 3 Press the button of the subwoofer to the screws, then hang the Sound Bar onto the 2 screws. If it does not light up, press the ...of the subwoofer and wait for the indicator to light up the Wireless System The Sound Bar transmits sound from the equipment to the subwoofer by wireless communication. 1 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the Sound Bar. If it does not turn green, perform the operations of the subwoofer turns ...
Operating Instructions
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...the HDMI TV OUT (ARC) OPTICAL TV or other equipment connected to the OPTICAL IN jack ANALOG TV or other equipment connected to TV sound from the system. The volume of the system is output from the TV to the system. continued 19US Operations and Features Operations and ...the system automatically. System Audio Control If you turn on the TV's remote control, the system and the connected equipment turn the volume of the Sound Bar. Audio Return Channel (ARC) If the TV is simplified with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, an HDMI cable connection also sends a digital...
...the HDMI TV OUT (ARC) OPTICAL TV or other equipment connected to the OPTICAL IN jack ANALOG TV or other equipment connected to TV sound from the system. The volume of the system is output from the TV to the system. continued 19US Operations and Features Operations and ...the system automatically. System Audio Control If you turn on the TV's remote control, the system and the connected equipment turn the volume of the Sound Bar. Audio Return Channel (ARC) If the TV is simplified with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) technology, an HDMI cable connection also sends a digital...
Operating Instructions
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...Sound Bar. System status Indicator status During BLUETOOTH Flashes quickly in blue to indicate the BLUETOOTH status. The system is used, BLUETOOTH communication may not be connected must pair the system with the equipment to select "BT AU." 3 Set the BLUETOOTH device in pairing mode. In that "SONY HT-CT260H..." is listed. For details on setting the BLUETOOTH device in pairing mode, refer to be displayed. 5 Select "SONY HT-CT260H" on operation of the connected devices, refer to the operating instructions...
...Sound Bar. System status Indicator status During BLUETOOTH Flashes quickly in blue to indicate the BLUETOOTH status. The system is used, BLUETOOTH communication may not be connected must pair the system with the equipment to select "BT AU." 3 Set the BLUETOOTH device in pairing mode. In that "SONY HT-CT260H..." is listed. For details on setting the BLUETOOTH device in pairing mode, refer to be displayed. 5 Select "SONY HT-CT260H" on operation of the connected devices, refer to the operating instructions...
Operating Instructions
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... with this system within 1 meter (3.3 feet) of the system. 2 Press PAIRING on the remote control, or press the (BLUETOOTH) key on the Sound Bar for 9 or more than 2 seconds. 3 Perform steps 3 to 8 devices. However, you must repeat pairing in blue when the BLUETOOTH connection is ... music that supports SCMS-T content protection. For details on operation, see "To control a BLUETOOTH device" (page 12). 4 Adjust the volume. Sound may be called "Passcode," "PIN code," "PIN number" or "Password," etc., depending on the device. The pairing standby status of the system...
... with this system within 1 meter (3.3 feet) of the system. 2 Press PAIRING on the remote control, or press the (BLUETOOTH) key on the Sound Bar for 9 or more than 2 seconds. 3 Perform steps 3 to 8 devices. However, you must repeat pairing in blue when the BLUETOOTH connection is ... music that supports SCMS-T content protection. For details on operation, see "To control a BLUETOOTH device" (page 12). 4 Adjust the volume. Sound may be called "Passcode," "PIN code," "PIN number" or "Password," etc., depending on the device. The pairing standby status of the system...
Operating Instructions
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...MOVIE GAME MUSIC P.AUDIO (Portable audio) STEREO Effect Suits various sources. Recreates powerful and realistic sound, along with clear dialog. On the front panel display, "N. You can set a different sound field for playing video games. Suits for music programs or music videos on the display of ...a portable music player. Using the NIGHT mode You can create multi-channel surround sound. Suits for music CDs. Suits for music programs of the Sound Bar. The NIGHT function is disabled. 24US ON" appears when the NIGHT function is "STANDARD." The selected...
...MOVIE GAME MUSIC P.AUDIO (Portable audio) STEREO Effect Suits various sources. Recreates powerful and realistic sound, along with clear dialog. On the front panel display, "N. You can set a different sound field for playing video games. Suits for music programs or music videos on the display of ...a portable music player. Using the NIGHT mode You can create multi-channel surround sound. Suits for music CDs. Suits for music programs of the Sound Bar. The NIGHT function is disabled. 24US ON" appears when the NIGHT function is "STANDARD." The selected...
Operating Instructions
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DUAL (DUAL MONO) You can hear sound as it always passes HDMI signals through. OFF: When the Sound Bar is recorded. Select this setting when you want to connect equipment not compatible with the digital optical cable. ANALOG: Select this setting when the ...system is output from the left speaker and sub sound is connected to a TV with an audio cable...
DUAL (DUAL MONO) You can hear sound as it always passes HDMI signals through. OFF: When the Sound Bar is recorded. Select this setting when you want to connect equipment not compatible with the digital optical cable. ANALOG: Select this setting when the ...system is output from the left speaker and sub sound is connected to a TV with an audio cable...
Operating Instructions
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... Turns off the function. If the remote control of a TV cannot control the TV, the Sound Bar can relay the remote control signal to the TV to control the TV. ON: The...one operation is limited to within 5 steps of the volume level of "DIRECT," the system may output sound at a large volume, depending on the front panel display. Use this system operates when the volume is...volume cannot be set how this item when you do not operate the Sound Bar for about 20 minutes and the Sound Bar is enabled. The Sound Bar enters standby mode automatically when you want to adjust the volume of ...
... Turns off the function. If the remote control of a TV cannot control the TV, the Sound Bar can relay the remote control signal to the TV to control the TV. ON: The...one operation is limited to within 5 steps of the volume level of "DIRECT," the system may output sound at a large volume, depending on the front panel display. Use this system operates when the volume is...volume cannot be set how this item when you do not operate the Sound Bar for about 20 minutes and the Sound Bar is enabled. The Sound Bar enters standby mode automatically when you want to adjust the volume of ...
Operating Instructions
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...up in green and the subwoofer beeps once. The subwoofer keeps beeping for equipment, press . "SEARCH" appears, and the Sound Bar searches for equipment that can link the Sound Bar and the subwoofer again to the next step within 1 minute. The AMP menu turns off. 1 Press LINK on the rear... of a pen, etc. AMP MENU 5 "START" appears, then press . When subwoofer is linked with the Sound Bar, the ...
...up in green and the subwoofer beeps once. The subwoofer keeps beeping for equipment, press . "SEARCH" appears, and the Sound Bar searches for equipment that can link the Sound Bar and the subwoofer again to the next step within 1 minute. The AMP menu turns off. 1 Press LINK on the rear... of a pen, etc. AMP MENU 5 "START" appears, then press . When subwoofer is linked with the Sound Bar, the ...
Operating Instructions
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...; Change the Wi-Fi frequency of the Wi-Fi router, computer, etc., to 5 GHz band. 30US The sound is not in green quickly: Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Sound skips or the correspondence distance is short. If a device that the BLUETOOTH connection is made properly between... network, other BLUETOOTH device(s), or a microwave oven is nearby, move this system away from such sources. Remove any obstacle between the Sound Bar and the subwoofer, or move this system away from the obstacle. Locate this system and the BLUETOOTH device as near as possible. ...
...; Change the Wi-Fi frequency of the Wi-Fi router, computer, etc., to 5 GHz band. 30US The sound is not in green quickly: Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Sound skips or the correspondence distance is short. If a device that the BLUETOOTH connection is made properly between... network, other BLUETOOTH device(s), or a microwave oven is nearby, move this system away from such sources. Remove any obstacle between the Sound Bar and the subwoofer, or move this system away from the obstacle. Locate this system and the BLUETOOTH device as near as possible. ...
Operating Instructions
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... battery in the remote control with the connected equipment. If you select the correct input on the remote control. "PROTECT" appears on the Sound Bar. RESET If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as follows: 1 Press to turn on the... Sound Bar. 2 Press while pressing INPUT and VOL on the front panel display. Press to turn off the system....
... battery in the remote control with the connected equipment. If you select the correct input on the remote control. "PROTECT" appears on the Sound Bar. RESET If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as follows: 1 Press to turn on the... Sound Bar. 2 Press while pressing INPUT and VOL on the front panel display. Press to turn off the system....
Operating Instructions
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... 33US models: POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (FTC) Front L + Front R: With 4 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Additional Information Sound Bar (SA-CT260H) Amplifier section U.S. POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R: 85 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz) Canadian models: POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L + Front R: 50 W + 50 W (at 4 ohms...
... 33US models: POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (FTC) Front L + Front R: With 4 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 250 milliwatts to rated output. Additional Information Sound Bar (SA-CT260H) Amplifier section U.S. POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R: 85 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz) Canadian models: POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L + Front R: 50 W + 50 W (at 4 ohms...