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Sony Sound Bar

Operating Instructions

Model: HT-S100F/SF150

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.

CAUTION

Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type.

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.

For the customers in Europe

Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives and/or UK applying relevant statutory requirements.

This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation.

EU and UK Importer: Sony Europe B.V.

Inquiries to the EU Importer or related to product compliance in Europe should be sent to the manufacturer's authorized representative, Sony Belgium, bijkantoor van Sony Europe B.V., Da Vincilaan 7-D1, 1930 Zaventem, Belgium.

Inquiries to the UK Importer or related to product compliance in the UK should be sent to the manufacturer's authorized representative, Sony Europe B.V., The Heights, Brooklands, Weybridge, Surrey KT13 0XW, United Kingdom.

CE UK CA

Hereby, Sony Corporation declares that this equipment is in compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: https://compliance.sony.eu

For the customers in Australia or New Zealand

It should be installed and operated with at least 20 cm and more between the radiator and person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).

For the customers in Australia

Disposal of waste batteries and electrical and electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other countries with separate collection systems)

This symbol on the product, the battery or on the packaging indicates that the product and the battery shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbol for lead (Pb) is added if the battery contains more than 0.004% lead. By ensuring that these products and batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help to prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could be caused by inappropriate waste handling. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery and the electrical and electronic equipment will be treated properly, hand over these products at end-of-life to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product or battery.

Disposal of old electrical & electronic equipment (applicable in the European Union and other countries with separate collection systems)

Table of Contents

Troubleshooting

Additional Information

About These Operating Instructions

What's in the Box

What You Can Do with the System

Listening to a TV and Other Devices (page 16)

Connecting the TV (refer to "Startup Guide" (separate document))

Using the Control for HDMI Function (page 24)

Listening to Music from a Mobile Device (page 21)

Listening to Music on a USB Device (page 17)

Guide to Parts and Controls

Bar Speaker - Front

1 Remote control sensor: Point the remote control at the remote control sensor to operate the system.

2 (power) button: Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode.

3 (input select) button (page 16)

4 BLUETOOTH button (page 21)

5 +/- (volume) buttons

6 Indicators: For details, see “About the indicators on the Bar Speaker" (page 8).

About the indicators on the Bar Speaker

Indicators

The indicators flash when turning on/off the function setting or operating the remote control.

Indicators

The indicators flash while adjusting the volume level.

Indicators

Tip: You can turn the indicators off by pressing INDICATOR. Even if the indicators are turned off by pressing INDICATOR, if you operate the system, the indicators in relation to the operation light or flash.

Guide to Parts and Controls - Rear

1 AC IN terminal

2 HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack: Connect a TV that has an HDMI input jack with an HDMI cable. The system is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC). ARC is the function that sends TV sound to an AV device such as the system from the TV's HDMI jack.

3 (USB) port (page 17)

4 TV IN (OPTICAL) jack

5 IR repeater (page 15): Transmits the remote signal of the TV remote control to the TV.

Remote Control

Some buttons function differently depending on how long the button is pressed. The icons below indicate how long to press the button.

  1. INPUT (page 16): Selects the playback source. When you press INPUT once, the current input indicator flashes. Press INPUT again to select the device you want. Each time you press INPUT, the input changes cyclically as follows. TV input → BLUETOOTH input → USB input
  2. AUTO SOUND (page 19): Selects AUTO SOUND for the sound effect.
  3. CINEMA: Selects CINEMA for the sound effect. (page 19) Turns on/off the auto standby function. (page 25)
  4. VOICE: Turns on/off the voice mode. (page 19) Turns on/off the Control for HDMI function. (page 24)
  5. +/- (volume): Adjusts the volume.
  6. INDICATOR (page 8): Turns on/off the indicators on the Bar Speaker.
  7. PLAY MODE (page 17): Selects the play mode for USB playback.
  8. / (page 17): Select the content on the TV screen for USB playback.
  9. / (previous/next) (page 17, 21): Pressing the button shortly goes to the beginning of the previous or next file. Pressing and holding searches backward or forward (rewind/fast forward).
  10. (power): Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode.
  11. STANDARD: Selects STANDARD for the sound effect. (page 19) Turns on/off the IR repeater function. (page 15)
  12. MUSIC (page 19): Selects MUSIC for the sound effect.
  13. NIGHT: Turns on/off the night mode. (page 19) Turns on/off the BLUETOOTH standby mode. (page 23)
  14. (muting): Turns off the sound temporarily or turn on the sound.
  15. AUDIO: Selects the audio channel for Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast. (page 20) Turns on/off the Dolby DRC function. (page 20)
  16. ENTER (page 17): Plays the content that is selected by / for USB playback.
  17. II (play/pause) (page 17, 21): Pauses or resumes playback.

* The AUDIO, +, and Il buttons have a tactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation.

Preparing for Using the System - Mounting the Bar Speaker on a Wall

You can mount the Bar Speaker on a wall.

  1. Prepare two screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall mount holes on the rear of the Bar Speaker.
  2. Stick WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE (supplied) on a wall.

Notes

Note: When sticking WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE smooth it out fully.

  1. Fasten the screws into the marks on SCREW LINE (③) of WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE as the illustration below.
  2. Remove WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE.
  3. Hang the Bar Speaker on the screws. Align the holes of the rear of the Bar Speaker with the screws, then hang the Bar Speaker on the two screws.

When the TV Remote Control does not Work

When the Bar Speaker obstructs the remote control sensor of the TV, the TV remote control may not work. In that case, enable the IR repeater function of the system.

You can control the TV with the TV remote control by sending the remote signal from the rear of the Bar Speaker.

Press and hold STANDARD for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.

Notes

Listening to the Sound - Listening to a TV and Other Devices

TV input

When you connect the TV to both the HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) and TV IN (OPTICAL) jacks, the input of the HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack has priority.

BLUETOOTH input

BLUETOOTH device that supports A2DP For details, see “Listening to Music/Sound with the BLUETOOTH® Function" (page 21).

USB input

USB device that is connected to the (USB) port For details, see “Listening to Music on a USB Device" (page 17).

  1. Press INPUT repeatedly. When you press INPUT once, the current input indicator flashes. Press INPUT again to select the device you want. The indicator of the selected device lights up. Each time you press INPUT, the input changes cyclically as follows. TV input → BLUETOOTH input → USB input
  2. Adjust the volume by pressing +/- on the remote control.

Tip: You can also select the input by pressing on the Bar Speaker.

Listening to Music on a USB Device

You can play music files stored on a connected USB device. For playable types of files, see "Playable Types of Files (USB Input)" (page 32).

Notes

  1. Connect the USB device to the (USB) port.
  2. Press INPUT repeatedly to select the USB input. The USB indicator lights up and the USB content list appears on the TV screen.
  3. Press / to select the content you want, then press ENTER. The selected content starts playing.
  4. Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select the play mode you want.
    • None: Plays back all tracks.
    • [Repeat One]: Repeats one track.
    • [Repeat Folder]: Repeats all tracks in a folder.
    • [Shuffle]: Repeats all tracks in a folder in random order.

    The USB indicator flashes twice each time you press PLAY MODE.

  5. Adjust the volume by pressing +/- on the remote control.

Other operations

To Pause or resume playback: Press

To Select the previous or next track: Press

To Search backward or forward (rewind/fast forward): Press and hold

Notes

Information of USB Device on the TV Screen

1 Playing time

2 Total playing time

3 Selected file index/Total files in the folder

4 Play mode

5 Playback status

6 Rewind/fast forward speed

The following messages appear on the TV screen depending on the status of the USB device.

Notes

Selecting the Sound Effect - Adjusting the Sound

Enjoying the Sound Effect that is Tailored to Sound Sources (Sound Mode)

You can easily enjoy pre-programmed sound effects that are tailored to different kinds of sound sources.

STANDARD: Sound effects are optimized for the individual source.

AUTO SOUND: You can enjoy the sound with Sony-recommended sound mode. The sound mode is automatically optimized according to playback content and function.

CINEMA: Sounds are played back with surround effects, and they are realistic and powerful, making them suitable for movies.

MUSIC: Sound effects are optimized for listening to music.

Press AUTO SOUND, CINEMA, MUSIC, or STANDARD to select the sound mode. When selecting the sound mode, the TV indicator flashes once.

Enjoying Clear Sound with Low Volume at Midnight (NIGHT)

You can compress sound in accordance with the information contained in the content by setting the night mode to on. Sound is output at low volume with minimum loss of fidelity and clarity of dialogue.

Press NIGHT to set the function to on or off.

Note: When you turn the system off, the night mode is set to off automatically.

Making Dialogs Clearer (VOICE)

You can make dialogs clearer by setting the voice mode to on.

Press VOICE to set the function to on or off.

Making Sound with Low Volume Easy to Hear by Compressing Dynamic Range

This function works only when playing the Dolby Digital signal of the device that is connected to the TV IN (OPTICAL)/HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack. When you set Dolby DRC (Dynamic Range Control) to on, dynamic range of the audio signal (range between the maximum and minimum volume) is compressed and sound with low volume is easy to hear.

Press and hold AUDIO for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.

Note: 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 (supplied) or the HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack with an HDMI cable (not supplied).

Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound (AUDIO)

You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal.

Press AUDIO repeatedly. The channel changes cyclically as follows. Main → Sub → Main/Sub

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.

Listening to Music by Pairing with a Mobile Device

  1. Press and hold the BLUETOOTH button on the Bar Speaker for 5 seconds. The system enters the pairing mode and the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes quickly.
  2. On the mobile device, turn on the BLUETOOTH function, and then select "HT-S100F” or “HT-SF150" after searching for it. If a Passkey is requested, enter "0000."
  3. Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the Bar Speaker 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 Bar Speaker.
  5. Adjust the volume.
    • Adjust the volume by pressing +/- on the remote control.
    • Il and K on the remote control can be used for the BLUETOOTH function.

Notes

Tips

Listening to Music from the Paired Mobile Device

  1. Turn the BLUETOOTH function of the mobile device to on.
  2. Press INPUT repeatedly to select the BLUETOOTH input or press the BLUETOOTH button on the Bar Speaker shortly. The BLUETOOTH indicator flashes and the system automatically reconnects to the BLUETOOTH 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 Bar Speaker.
  5. Adjust the volume.
    • Adjust the volume by pressing +/- on the remote control.
    • Il and K on the remote control can be used for the BLUETOOTH function.

Turning the System On by Operating the BLUETOOTH Device

When the system has pairing information, you can turn the system on and listen to music from a BLUETOOTH device even when the system is in standby mode by setting the BLUETOOTH standby mode to on.

Press and hold NIGHT for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.

Note: While the BLUETOOTH standby mode is on, standby power consumption increases.

Turning the BLUETOOTH Function Off

You can turn the BLUETOOTH function off.

Press and hold, , and on the Bar Speaker for 10 seconds to set the function to on or off.

Note: When the BLUETOOTH function is set to off, the BLUETOOTH input is skipped while selecting input by pressing INPUT.

Using the Various Functions - Using the Control for HDMI Function

Connecting a device such as a TV or Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Control for HDMI function* using an HDMI cable (not supplied) enables you to easily operate the device by using a TV or Blu-ray Disc player remote control. The following functions can be used with the Control for HDMI function.

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

Press and hold VOICE for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.

Enable the Control for HDMI function settings for the TV and other device connected to the TV.

System Power Off Function

When you turn off the TV, the system will turn off automatically.

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 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

Audio Return Channel

If the system is connected to a TV's HDMI IN jack compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC), you can listen to TV sound from the speakers of the system without connecting an optical digital cable.

Note: If the TV is not compatible with Audio Return Channel, the optical digital cable (supplied) needs to be connected (refer to the supplied Startup Guide).

One-Touch Play Function

When you play content on a device (Blu-ray Disc player, “PlayStation®4,” etc.) connected to the TV, the system and TV are turned on automatically, the input of the system is switched to “TV” input, and sound is output from the speakers of the system.

Notes

Notes on HDMI Connections

Saving Power Consumption

To use the system while saving power consumption, change the following settings.

Turn the System Off by Detecting the Using State

When you set the auto standby function to on, the system enters standby mode automatically when you do not operate the system for about 20 minutes and the system is not receiving an input signal.

Press and hold CINEMA for 5 seconds to set the function to on or off.

Saving Power in Standby Mode

To save power consumption during the standby mode, set the BLUETOOTH standby mode (page 23) and Control for HDMI function (page 24) to off. The default settings for them are on.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Power

The system turns off when the TV is turned off. Check the setting of the Control for HDMI function (page 24). When the Control for HDMI function is set to on, the system turns off automatically when you turn off the TV regardless of the input.

The system does not turn off even when the TV is turned off. Check the setting of the Control for HDMI function (page 24). To turn the system off automatically regardless of the input when you turn off the TV, set the Control for HDMI function to on. The TV must support the Control for HDMI function. For details, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.

Picture

Sound

USB Device Connection

Mobile Device Connection

Sound of the connected BLUETOOTH mobile device is not output from the system. Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the Bar Speaker is lit (page 7). Bring the BLUETOOTH device close to the system. If a device that generates electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN device, other BLUETOOTH devices, or a microwave oven is nearby, move the device away from this system. Move the USB 3.0 device and its cable away from this system. Remove any obstacle between this system and the BLUETOOTH device or move this system away from the obstacle. Reposition the connected BLUETOOTH device. Switch the wireless LAN frequency of any nearby wireless LAN router or PC to 5 GHz range. Increase the volume on the connected BLUETOOTH device.

The sound is not in sync with the image. When you are watching movies, you may hear the sound with a slight delay from the image.

Remote Control

Others

Resetting the System

If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as follows.

  1. Press and hold , +, and on the Bar Speaker for more than 5 seconds.
  2. Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).
  3. Connect the AC power cord (mains lead), then press to turn on the system.

Tip: All indicators on the Bar Speaker flash 3 times, and the settings return to their initial status. The default settings are underlined on each feature description.

Additional Information - Specifications

Amplifier section

Audio Inputs

USB section

BLUETOOTH section

Transmission range (A2DP)

20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz)

¹⁾ The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, cordless phone use, reception sensitivity, the operating system, software applications, etc.

²⁾ BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.

³⁾ Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format

⁴⁾ Abbreviation for Subband Codec

Front L/Front R speaker block section

General

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Playable Types of Files (USB Input)

Codec Extension
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) .mp3
WMA9 Standard .wma
LPCM (2ch) .wav

Notes

Supported Input Audio Formats (HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) or TV IN (OPTICAL))

Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.

On BLUETOOTH Communication

This system supports security functions that comply with the BLUETOOTH specification to ensure secure connection during communication using BLUETOOTH technology. However, this security may be insufficient depending on the setting contents and other factors, so always be careful when performing communication using BLUETOOTH technology.

Sony cannot be held liable in any way for damages or other loss resulting from information leaks during communication using BLUETOOTH technology.

BLUETOOTH communication is not necessarily guaranteed with all BLUETOOTH devices that have the same profile as this system.

BLUETOOTH devices connected with this system must comply with the BLUETOOTH specification prescribed by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and must be certified to comply. However, even when a device complies with the BLUETOOTH specification, there may be cases where the characteristics or specifications of the BLUETOOTH device make it impossible to connect, or may result in different control methods, display or operation.

Noise may occur or the audio may cut off depending on the BLUETOOTH device connected with this system, the communications environment, or surrounding conditions.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Precautions

On safety

On power sources

On heat buildup

Although the system heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction. If you continuously use this system at high volume, the system temperature at the rear and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the system.

On placement

On operation

Before connecting other equipment, be sure to turn off and unplug the system.

If you encounter color irregularity on a nearby TV screen

Color irregularities may be observed on certain types of TV.

On cleaning

Clean the system with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

If you have any question or problem concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Copyrights and Trademarks

This system incorporates Dolby* Digital. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

This system incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

"BRAVIA” logo is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

Windows Media is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or distribution of such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license from Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners.

Models: HT-S100F, SF150, HT-S100F Sound Bar, HT-S100F, Sound Bar, Bar

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