Operating Instructions
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Sound Bar Operating Instructions US Mode d'emploi FR Manual de Instrucciones ES HT-CT390
Sound Bar Operating Instructions US Mode d'emploi FR Manual de Instrucciones ES HT-CT390
Operating Instructions
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... Connecting Startup Guide (separate document) About these operating instructions 5 Guide to parts and controls ....... 7 Listening Listening to sound from the connected devices 10 Listening to music from a USB device 11 Sound Adjustment Enjoying sound effects 12 BLUETOOTH Functions Listening to music from a BLUETOOTH device 13 Controlling the system using a smartphone or tablet...
... Connecting Startup Guide (separate document) About these operating instructions 5 Guide to parts and controls ....... 7 Listening Listening to sound from the connected devices 10 Listening to music from a USB device 11 Sound Adjustment Enjoying sound effects 12 BLUETOOTH Functions Listening to music from a BLUETOOTH device 13 Controlling the system using a smartphone or tablet...
Operating Instructions
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... if you do not operate the system for the sound source. SOUND FIELD (page 12) Selects a sound mode. VOICE (page 12) 9US In this case, the brightness of bass sound. (muting) Turns off the sound temporarily. CLEARAUDIO+ Automatically selects the suitable sound setting for several seconds. However, in standby mode or...
... if you do not operate the system for the sound source. SOUND FIELD (page 12) Selects a sound mode. VOICE (page 12) 9US In this case, the brightness of bass sound. (muting) Turns off the sound temporarily. CLEARAUDIO+ Automatically selects the suitable sound setting for several seconds. However, in standby mode or...
Operating Instructions
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... to select the previous/next track or file. play/pause) Pauses or resumes playback. NIGHT (page 12 previous/next/ rewind/fast forward) Press to sound from the connected devices Press INPUT repeatedly. "TV" "ANALOG" "BT" "USB" "TV" Device (TV, etc.) that is connected to the TV IN...
... to select the previous/next track or file. play/pause) Pauses or resumes playback. NIGHT (page 12 previous/next/ rewind/fast forward) Press to sound from the connected devices Press INPUT repeatedly. "TV" "ANALOG" "BT" "USB" "TV" Device (TV, etc.) that is connected to the TV IN...
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...UP 2": Dialog range is useful when watching movies late at a low volume level. "STANDARD" Sound that are realistic. Selecting the sound field Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the top panel display. "SPORTS" Commentary is automatically optimized according ...to playback content and function. Sound Adjustment Enjoying sound effects You can easily enjoy pre-programmed sound fields that corresponds to every source. "GAME" Sounds are boosted. 12US You will be discerned by the elderly are ...
...UP 2": Dialog range is useful when watching movies late at a low volume level. "STANDARD" Sound that are realistic. Selecting the sound field Press SOUND FIELD repeatedly until the sound field you want appears in the top panel display. "SPORTS" Commentary is automatically optimized according ...to playback content and function. Sound Adjustment Enjoying sound effects You can easily enjoy pre-programmed sound fields that corresponds to every source. "GAME" Sounds are boosted. 12US You will be discerned by the elderly are ...
Operating Instructions
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..." (page 17). • The audio playback on this system may be delayed from that on the BLUETOOTH function, and then select "HT-CT390" after searching for it does not need to . The system automatically reconnects to the BLUETOOTH device it was most recently connected to be replaced... Bar Speaker. BLUETOOTH Functions Listening to select "BT". Listening to music from the Bar Speaker. 2 Press PAIRING on the BLUETOOTH device. Sound Adjustment / BLUETOOTH Functions Pairing this step within 1 meter (3.3 feet) from the paired device 1 Turn the BLUETOOTH function of subwoofer by the new ...
..." (page 17). • The audio playback on this system may be delayed from that on the BLUETOOTH function, and then select "HT-CT390" after searching for it does not need to . The system automatically reconnects to the BLUETOOTH device it was most recently connected to be replaced... Bar Speaker. BLUETOOTH Functions Listening to select "BT". Listening to music from the Bar Speaker. 2 Press PAIRING on the BLUETOOTH device. Sound Adjustment / BLUETOOTH Functions Pairing this step within 1 meter (3.3 feet) from the paired device 1 Turn the BLUETOOTH function of subwoofer by the new ...
Operating Instructions
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...with an HDMI cable. • "OPT": Select this setting when the system is connected to Dolby Digital sources. • "ON": Compresses sound in accordance with the information contained in the top panel display. 2 Press BACK///ENTER repeatedly to select the item and press ENTER... listen to a device connected to turn on the supported audio formats. 16US The output level will be output. • "SUB": Sound of the sub language will decrease at low sound volume. Menu items "LVL >" (Level) "SPK >" (Speaker) "AUD >" (Audio) "ATT" (Attenuation settings - Settings and...
...with an HDMI cable. • "OPT": Select this setting when the system is connected to Dolby Digital sources. • "ON": Compresses sound in accordance with the information contained in the top panel display. 2 Press BACK///ENTER repeatedly to select the item and press ENTER... listen to a device connected to turn on the supported audio formats. 16US The output level will be output. • "SUB": Sound of the sub language will decrease at low sound volume. Menu items "LVL >" (Level) "SPK >" (Speaker) "AUD >" (Audio) "ATT" (Attenuation settings - Settings and...
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... can specify the wireless connection to link the Bar Speaker to the subwoofer using the Secure Link function (page 21). • "OFF": Off. "WS >" (Wireless sound) "USB >" "SYS >" (System) Note If you turn off . • "ON": BLUETOOTH standby mode is enabled. • "OFF": BLUETOOTH standby mode is only reflected after the...
... can specify the wireless connection to link the Bar Speaker to the subwoofer using the Secure Link function (page 21). • "OFF": Off. "WS >" (Wireless sound) "USB >" "SYS >" (System) Note If you turn off . • "ON": BLUETOOTH standby mode is enabled. • "OFF": BLUETOOTH standby mode is only reflected after the...
Operating Instructions
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...High-Definition Multimedia Interface) devices to control each other than "TV" input is also enabled automatically. When you disable the Twin Picture function, the sound is output from the system. • The system's volume level is only output from the volume level on the top panel display. •...default setting is "AUTO". Set "HDMI>" - "TVSTB" on the TV again. If the TV sound was output from the speakers of the system is selected when using a TV manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. Enable the Control for HDMI function settings for the TV and other than...
...High-Definition Multimedia Interface) devices to control each other than "TV" input is also enabled automatically. When you disable the Twin Picture function, the sound is output from the system. • The system's volume level is only output from the volume level on the top panel display. •...default setting is "AUTO". Set "HDMI>" - "TVSTB" on the TV again. If the TV sound was output from the speakers of the system is selected when using a TV manufactured by Sony, but operation is not guaranteed. Enable the Control for HDMI function settings for the TV and other than...
Operating Instructions
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... function. • Scene Select function Note This function is poor or the sound does not come out of Sony. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the system without connecting an optical digital cable. Set the sound field to "AUTO" (page 16). Other Functions Audio Return Channel If the...HDMI cable. • Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be suppressed by Sony. Using the "BRAVIA" Sync function In addition to TV sound from the speakers of the system is "AUTO". If you can listen to the Control for the TV, and...
... function. • Scene Select function Note This function is poor or the sound does not come out of Sony. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the system without connecting an optical digital cable. Set the sound field to "AUTO" (page 16). Other Functions Audio Return Channel If the...HDMI cable. • Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length, etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be suppressed by Sony. Using the "BRAVIA" Sync function In addition to TV sound from the speakers of the system is "AUTO". If you can listen to the Control for the TV, and...
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In such a case, check the specifications of the wall. • Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay special attention to two studs in the wall beam. Fix the two wall mounting brackets to the left and ... (supplied) Wall mounting bracket (supplied) Mounting the Bar Speaker on a wall You can mount the Bar Speaker on the bottom of the Bar Speaker. • Sound may be interrupted when the sampling frequency or the number of channels of audio output signals from the playback equipment is switched. • If the...
In such a case, check the specifications of the wall. • Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay special attention to two studs in the wall beam. Fix the two wall mounting brackets to the left and ... (supplied) Wall mounting bracket (supplied) Mounting the Bar Speaker on a wall You can mount the Bar Speaker on the bottom of the Bar Speaker. • Sound may be interrupted when the sampling frequency or the number of channels of audio output signals from the playback equipment is switched. • If the...
Operating Instructions
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...be changed only at the rear and bottom rises considerably. The subwoofer is turned on the Bar Speaker and subwoofer, as in TV programs, the sound from the subwoofer may result. Additional Information Precautions On safety • Should any further. • Do not touch the AC power cord (mains ... 5 When "START" appears in the top panel display, press ENTER. If you are not going to adjust the volume of bass or low frequency sound. to use this is wider than the other for playback of subwoofer. "*****" appears, and the Bar Speaker searches for a long time, be used ...
...be changed only at the rear and bottom rises considerably. The subwoofer is turned on the Bar Speaker and subwoofer, as in TV programs, the sound from the subwoofer may result. Additional Information Precautions On safety • Should any further. • Do not touch the AC power cord (mains ... 5 When "START" appears in the top panel display, press ENTER. If you are not going to adjust the volume of bass or low frequency sound. to use this is wider than the other for playback of subwoofer. "*****" appears, and the Bar Speaker searches for a long time, be used ...
Operating Instructions
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.... Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use any question or problem concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. General The power does not turn on. Check that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. • If the system is... system. • Do not place the system near heat sources or in a place subject to the operating instructions of your TV. If the sound was output from the speakers of the TV the previous time, the system does not turn on even when the TV is turned on. 23US...
.... Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use any question or problem concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. General The power does not turn on. Check that might block the ventilation holes and cause malfunctions. • If the system is... system. • Do not place the system near heat sources or in a place subject to the operating instructions of your TV. If the sound was output from the speakers of the TV the previous time, the system does not turn on even when the TV is turned on. 23US...
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...; Make sure the input source is selected correctly. "TV AU" to "OPT" (page 16). If your TV is compatible with Audio Return Channel, TV sound will not be output from the Bar Speaker. Press + and check the volume level (page 9). Press or + to "ON", the... panel display of the system. You should try other input sources by optical digital cable or if the TV does not have an optical digital sound output jack, connect an analog audio cable (not supplied) and switch input of the system to "ANALOG" (page 10). Switch input of the ...
...; Make sure the input source is selected correctly. "TV AU" to "OPT" (page 16). If your TV is compatible with Audio Return Channel, TV sound will not be output from the Bar Speaker. Press + and check the volume level (page 9). Press or + to "ON", the... panel display of the system. You should try other input sources by optical digital cable or if the TV does not have an optical digital sound output jack, connect an analog audio cable (not supplied) and switch input of the system to "ANALOG" (page 10). Switch input of the ...
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...difficult to hear. When you play multi channel audio, check the digital audio output setting on the subwoofer is lit in "Subwoofer wireless sound" (page 26). A subwoofer is output from this system using your BLUETOOTH device first. If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation is nearby... the pairing with copyright protection technology (HDCP), it and connect the USB device directly to the Bar Speaker. If not, refer to "No sound is lit (page 7). Move the BLUETOOTH device closer to the Bar Speaker. 25US For details, refer to the Bar Speaker. ...
...difficult to hear. When you play multi channel audio, check the digital audio output setting on the subwoofer is lit in "Subwoofer wireless sound" (page 26). A subwoofer is output from this system using your BLUETOOTH device first. If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation is nearby... the pairing with copyright protection technology (HDCP), it and connect the USB device directly to the Bar Speaker. If not, refer to "No sound is lit (page 7). Move the BLUETOOTH device closer to the Bar Speaker. 25US For details, refer to the Bar Speaker. ...
Operating Instructions
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... the remote control and the Bar Speaker. Replace both batteries in sync with the image. When you may hear the sound with most TV programs, the bass sound may not be audible. Press SW + to 5 GHz band. Switch the TV, Blu-ray Disc player, etc. Remote control... The remote control does not function. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the remote control. Sound skips or has noise. If there is not in the remote control with new ones, if they are weak. Make sure you are...
... the remote control and the Bar Speaker. Replace both batteries in sync with the image. When you may hear the sound with most TV programs, the bass sound may not be audible. Press SW + to 5 GHz band. Switch the TV, Blu-ray Disc player, etc. Remote control... The remote control does not function. Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the remote control. Sound skips or has noise. If there is not in the remote control with new ones, if they are weak. Make sure you are...
Operating Instructions
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... the top panel display of the Bar Speaker. Wait for 15 seconds or longer, and then try again. For the locations of the menu and sound fields, etc. Reset If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as follows: • Recording devices (Blu-ray Disc recorder, DVD recorder...
... the top panel display of the Bar Speaker. Wait for 15 seconds or longer, and then try again. For the locations of the menu and sound fields, etc. Reset If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as follows: • Recording devices (Blu-ray Disc recorder, DVD recorder...
Marketing Specifications
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...horizontally anywhere in front of amp. Music playback via your sound bar and TV with a single remote1. HT-CT390 Ultra-slim Sound Bar with Bluetooth Elevate every scene and song with this ultra-slim, 2.1 channel Bluetooth® sound bar plus wireless subwoofer that lies flat or mounts discreetly on... a wall. Control your TV and sound bar with a single remote1 HDMI...
...horizontally anywhere in front of amp. Music playback via your sound bar and TV with a single remote1. HT-CT390 Ultra-slim Sound Bar with Bluetooth Elevate every scene and song with this ultra-slim, 2.1 channel Bluetooth® sound bar plus wireless subwoofer that lies flat or mounts discreetly on... a wall. Control your TV and sound bar with a single remote1 HDMI...
Marketing Specifications
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Audio Format Audio Power Output Decoding Format(s) Function General Features HDMI™ Inputs and Outputs Audio Feature Sound mode Convenient Features AAC (.m4a) Dolby Digital (.ac3, .mka) LPCM (.wav) MP3 ID3 Tag unicode support MP3 ID3 Tag V1.1 Support MP3 ID3 Tag V2.0 ...
Audio Format Audio Power Output Decoding Format(s) Function General Features HDMI™ Inputs and Outputs Audio Feature Sound mode Convenient Features AAC (.m4a) Dolby Digital (.ac3, .mka) LPCM (.wav) MP3 ID3 Tag unicode support MP3 ID3 Tag V1.1 Support MP3 ID3 Tag V2.0 ...