Sony SA-VS300H User Manual
© 2004 Sony Corporation Printed in China
A
Precautions
On safety
• Before operating the system, be sure that the operating
voltage of the system is identical with that of your local power
supply.
supply.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the
unit itself has been turned off.
unit itself has been turned off.
• Unplug the system from the wall outlet if it is not to be used
for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull
the cord by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
the cord by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the system, unplug
the system’s power cord and have the system checked by
qualifi ed personnel before operating it any further.
qualifi ed personnel before operating it any further.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualifi ed service
shop.
On operation
• Do not drive the speaker system with a continuous wattage
exceeding the maximum input power of the system.
• If the polarity of the speaker connections are not correct,
the bass tones will be weak and the position of the various
instruments obscure.
instruments obscure.
• Contact between bare speaker wires at the speaker terminals
may result in a short circuit.
• Before connecting, turn off the amplifi er to avoid damaging
the speaker system.
• The speaker grille cannot be removed. Do not attempt to
remove the grille on the speaker system. If you try to remove
it, you may damage the speaker.
it, you may damage the speaker.
• The volume level should not be turned up to the point of
distortion.
If you encounter color irregularity on a
nearby TV screen
nearby TV screen
This speaker system is magnetically shielded to allow it to be
installed near a TV set. However, color irregularities may still
be observed on certain types of TV sets.
installed near a TV set. However, color irregularities may still
be observed on certain types of TV sets.
If color irregularity is observed...
c Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again in 15 to 30 minutes.
If color irregularity is observed again...
c Place the speakers further away from the TV set.
If howling occurs
Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume on the
amplifi er.
amplifi er.
On placement
• Do not set the speakers in an inclined position.
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
— Extremely hot or cold
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Subject to vibrations
— Subject to direct sunlight
• Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
— Extremely hot or cold
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Subject to vibrations
— Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when placing the speaker on a specially treated
(waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) fl oor, as staining or discoloration
may result.
may result.
On cleaning
Clean the speaker cabinets with a soft cloth lightly moistened
with a mild detergent solution or water. Do not use any type
of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your speaker
system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
with a mild detergent solution or water. Do not use any type
of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your speaker
system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Home Theatre Speaker System
SA-VS300H
2-059-556-11(2)
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of
the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided
below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided
below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. SA-VS300H
Serial No.
WARNING
To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
To prevent fi re, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus
with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place
lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do not place objects fi lled with
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualifi ed personnel only.
unit to rain or moisture.
To prevent fi re, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus
with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place
lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do not place objects fi lled with
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualifi ed personnel only.
Do not install the appliance in a confi ned space, such as a
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE U.S.A
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be
of suffi cient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be
of suffi cient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
Use of this applicance with some systems may present a
shock or fi re hazard. Do not use with any units which have the
following marking located near output.
WARNING: HAZARDOUS ENERGY!
shock or fi re hazard. Do not use with any units which have the
following marking located near output.
WARNING: HAZARDOUS ENERGY!
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
About this manual
The SA-VS300H is a 7.1 channel speaker system consisting of
two front speakers, four surround/surround back speakers, one
center speaker, and one subwoofer. You can also enjoy 5.1 or
6.1 channel surround sound by joining the surround or surround
back speakers using the supplied bracket. It supports Sony
Digital Cinema Sound, Dolby* Pro Logic, and Dolby Digital
etc., and is thus geared towards the enjoyment of movies.
two front speakers, four surround/surround back speakers, one
center speaker, and one subwoofer. You can also enjoy 5.1 or
6.1 channel surround sound by joining the surround or surround
back speakers using the supplied bracket. It supports Sony
Digital Cinema Sound, Dolby* Pro Logic, and Dolby Digital
etc., and is thus geared towards the enjoyment of movies.
* “Dolby” and the dou ble-D symbol are trade marks of Dolby
Laboratories.
English
F
ON/STANDBY
ON/STANDBY indicator
POWER
Hooking up the system
Connect the speaker system to the speaker output terminals of
an amplifi er (A).
Make sure power to all components (included the subwoofer) is
turned off before starting the hook-up.
an amplifi er (A).
Make sure power to all components (included the subwoofer) is
turned off before starting the hook-up.
Notes (B)
• Make sure the plus (+) and the minus (–) terminals on the
speakers are matched to the corresponding plus (+) and minus
(–) terminals on the amplifi er.
(–) terminals on the amplifi er.
• Be sure to tighten the screws of the speaker terminals securely
as loose screws may become a source of noise.
• Make sure all connections are fi rm. Contact between bare
speaker wires at the speaker terminals may cause a short
circuit.
circuit.
• For details regarding the connections on the amplifi er side,
refer to the manual provided with your amplifi er.
Tip
Black or black striped wires are minus (–) in polarity, and
should be connected to the minus (–) speaker terminals.
should be connected to the minus (–) speaker terminals.
Positioning the speakers
Location of each speaker (C)
Each speaker should face the listening position. Better surround
effect will result if all speakers are set at the same distance from
the listening position.
Place the front speakers at a suitable distance to the left and
right of the television.
Place the subwoofer on either side of the television.
Place the center speaker on the top-center of the TV set.
The placement of surround speakers greatly depends on the
confi guration of the room.
effect will result if all speakers are set at the same distance from
the listening position.
Place the front speakers at a suitable distance to the left and
right of the television.
Place the subwoofer on either side of the television.
Place the center speaker on the top-center of the TV set.
The placement of surround speakers greatly depends on the
confi guration of the room.
Locating the speakers as a 7.1 channel speaker
system (C-1)
system (C-1)
Locating the speakers as a 6.1 channel speaker
system (C-2)
system (C-2)
Locating the speakers as a 5.1 channel speaker
system (C-3)
system (C-3)
The surround speakers may be placed on both sides of the
listening position (A) or behind the listening position (B).
listening position (A) or behind the listening position (B).
Setting the center speaker
Set the center speaker fi rmly on the top of or near the TV set,
making sure it is completely level.
making sure it is completely level.
Setting the speakers using the optional speaker
stands (D)
stands (D)
For greater fl exibility in the positioning of the center, surround
and surround back speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 or
WS-WV10D speaker stand (available only in certain countries).
and surround back speakers, use the optional WS-FV11 or
WS-WV10D speaker stand (available only in certain countries).
Note
Be sure to place the speaker in a fl at, horizontal place.
Setting the surround/surround back speakers (E)
When you use the system as a 5.1 or 6.1 channel surround
sound, join the surround/surround back speakers using the
supplied bracket, and attach the supplied speaker stand to the
joined speakers. You can also attach the optional WS-FV11
speaker stand to joined speakers.
sound, join the surround/surround back speakers using the
supplied bracket, and attach the supplied speaker stand to the
joined speakers. You can also attach the optional WS-FV11
speaker stand to joined speakers.
Surround (Right)
Surround (Left)
Front (Right)
Center
Subwoofer
Front (Left)
Amplifi er
3.5 m
(11.5 ft.)
(11.5 ft.)
3.5 m
(11.5 ft.)
(11.5 ft.)
3.5 m
(11.5 ft.)
(11.5 ft.)
10 m
(32.8 ft.)
(32.8 ft.)
10 m
(32.8 ft.)
(32.8 ft.)
Surround
back (Right)
back (Right)
Surround
back (Left)
back (Left)
Bottom of the base
B
D
WS-FV11
WS-WV10D
(for center and surround/
surround back speakers)
(for center and surround/
surround back speakers)
C-1
Center
Subwoofer
Surround (Right)
Front (Left)
Surround (Left)
Front (Right)
Surround back (Left)
Surround back (Right)
C-2
C-3
Center
Subwoofer
Surround (Right)
Front (Left)
Surround (Left)
Front (Right)
Surround back
Center
Subwoofer
Surround (Right)
Front (Left)
Surround (Left)
Front (Right)
E
Bracket
Speaker stand
G
POWER SAVE
AUTO
OFF
H
LEVEL
INPUT
BASS BOOST
MAX
MIN
MAX
PHASE
REVERSE
NORMAL
AUTO
POWER SAVE
OFF
MIN
LEVEL
BASS BOOST
PHASE
Setting the amplifi er
When connecting to an amplifi er with internal multi channel
decoders (Dolby Digital, DTS*, etc.), you should use the setup
menus for the amplifi er to specify the parameters of your
speaker system.
See the table below for the proper settings. For details on the
setting procedure, refer to the manual that was provided with
your amplifi er.
decoders (Dolby Digital, DTS*, etc.), you should use the setup
menus for the amplifi er to specify the parameters of your
speaker system.
See the table below for the proper settings. For details on the
setting procedure, refer to the manual that was provided with
your amplifi er.
Speaker setup
For Set to
Front speakers SMALL
Center speaker SMALL
Surround speakers SMALL
Subwoofer ON (or YES)
Surround back SMALL**
If you use the amplifi er with adjustable crossover frequency, it
is recommended to select 150 Hz (or close to this fi gure) as the
crossover frequency for your front, center, and surround speakers.
is recommended to select 150 Hz (or close to this fi gure) as the
crossover frequency for your front, center, and surround speakers.
* “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered
trademarks of Digital Theater Sys tems, Inc.
** When you use the system as a 6.1 channel or 7.1 channel,
refer to the manual that was provided with your amplifi er.
Listening to the sound (F)
First, turn down the volume on the amplifi er. The volume
should be set to minimum before you begin playing the program
source.
should be set to minimum before you begin playing the program
source.
1
Turn on the amplifi er and select the program
source.
2
Press POWER on the subwoofer.
The ON/STANDBY indicator on the subwoofer
lights up green.
lights up green.
3
Play the program source.
Power turns on and off automatically
—
Auto power on/off function
(G)
If the subwoofer is on (i.e, the ON/STANDBY indicator lights
up green) and there is no signal input for a few minutes, the
ON/STANDBY indicator changes to red and the subwoofer
enters power saving mode. While in this mode, if a signal is
input to the subwoofer, the subwoofer automatically turns on
(auto power on/off function).To turn this feature off, slide the
POWER SAVE switch on the rear panel to OFF.
up green) and there is no signal input for a few minutes, the
ON/STANDBY indicator changes to red and the subwoofer
enters power saving mode. While in this mode, if a signal is
input to the subwoofer, the subwoofer automatically turns on
(auto power on/off function).To turn this feature off, slide the
POWER SAVE switch on the rear panel to OFF.
Note
If you turn down the volume level of the amplifi er too low, the
auto power on/off function may activate, causing the subwoofer
to enter power saving mode.
auto power on/off function may activate, causing the subwoofer
to enter power saving mode.
Adjusting the subwoofer (H)
1
Rotate LEVEL to adjust the volume.
Set the volume level to best suit your preference
according to the program source.
according to the program source.
2
Select the phase polarity.
Use the PHASE selector to select the phase
polarity.
polarity.
3
Set BASS BOOST to MIN.
Rotate BASS BOOST according to the output
level that you prefer. Some material is recorded
with strong emphasis on bass sounds, which may
be accessive in some cases. If this happens, rotate
BASS BOOST towards minimum.
level that you prefer. Some material is recorded
with strong emphasis on bass sounds, which may
be accessive in some cases. If this happens, rotate
BASS BOOST towards minimum.
Notes
• Some amplifi er functions for enhancing the sound may cause
distortion in the subwoofer. If such distortion occurs, turn off
those functions.
those functions.
• To enjoy high-quality sound, do not turn the subwoofer
volume too high.
• If the sound distorts when you turn on the bass reinforcement
from your amplifi er (such as, DBFB, GROOVE, the graphic
equalizer, etc.), turn down the bass reinforcement and adjust
the level.
equalizer, etc.), turn down the bass reinforcement and adjust
the level.
• Do not turn the volume of the subwoofer to maximum. Doing
so may weaken the bass sound. Moreover, extraneous noise
may be heard.
may be heard.
• Selecting NORMAL or REVERSE with the PHASE selector
reverses the polarity and may provide better bass reproduction
in certain listening environments (depending on the type
of front speakers, the position of the subwoofer and the
adjustment of the BASS BOOST). It may also change the
expansion and lightness of sound, and effect the feeling of
the sound fi eld. Select the setting that provides the sound you
prefer when listening in your normal listening position.
in certain listening environments (depending on the type
of front speakers, the position of the subwoofer and the
adjustment of the BASS BOOST). It may also change the
expansion and lightness of sound, and effect the feeling of
the sound fi eld. Select the setting that provides the sound you
prefer when listening in your normal listening position.
Troubleshooting
Should you encounter a problem with your speaker system,
check the following list and take the indicated measures. If the
problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
check the following list and take the indicated measures. If the
problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
There is no sound from the speaker system.
• Make sure all the connections have been correctly
made.
• Make sure the volume on the amplifi er has been
turned up properly.
• Make sure the program source selector on the
amplifi er is set to the proper source.
• Check if headphones are connected. If they are,
disconnect them.
There is distortion in the subwoofer sound
output.
output.
• Check if any sound-enhancing functions have been
activated on the amplifi er. If they have, turn them
off.
off.
There is hum or noise in the speaker output.
• Make sure all the connections have been correctly
made.
• Make sure none of the audio components are
positioned too close to the TV set.
The sound has suddenly stopped.
• Make sure all the connections have been correctly
made. Contact between bare speaker wires at the
speaker terminals may cause a short circuit.
speaker terminals may cause a short circuit.
Specifi cations
SA-VS300H
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
(For the U.S. model)
(For the U.S. model)
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:
with 6 ohm loads both channels driven, at 100 Hz; rated 150
watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than
10% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated
output.
with 6 ohm loads both channels driven, at 100 Hz; rated 150
watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than
10% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated
output.
SS-VF300H (front speakers)
Speaker system
2 way, magnetically shielded
Speaker units
Woofer: 6
× 10 cm
(2
3
/
8
× 4 in.), cone type
Tweeter: 2.5 cm (1 in.),
balanced dome type
balanced dome type
Enclosure type
Bass refl ex
Rated impedance
8 ohms
Power handling capacity
Maximum input power:
Maximum input power:
150 W
Sensitivity level
81 dB (1 W, 1 m)
Frequency range
120 Hz - 50,000 Hz
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 82
× 1,052 × 93 mm
(3
1
/
4
× 41
1
/
2
× 3
3
/
4
in.),
including front grille,
(Diameter of base: 250 mm
(9
(Diameter of base: 250 mm
(9
7
/
8
in.))
Mass
Approx. 5.2 kg (11 lb 8 oz)
SS-CNV300H (center speaker)
Speaker system
2 way, magnetically shielded
Speaker units
Woofer: 5.7 cm (2
1
/
4
in.)
(
× 2), cone type
Tweeter: 2.5 cm (1 in.),
balanced dome type
balanced dome type
Enclosure type
Bass refl ex
Rated impedance
8 ohms
Power handling capacity
Maximum input power:
Maximum input power:
150 W
Sensitivity level
81 dB (1 W, 1 m)
Frequency range
120 Hz - 50,000 Hz
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 345
× 86 × 93 mm
(13
5
/
8
× 3
1
/
2
× 3
3
/
4
in.),
including front grille
Mass
Approx. 1.7 kg (3 lb 12 oz)
SS-SRV300H (surround speakers)
Speaker system
2 way, magnetically shielded
Speaker units
Woofer: 6
× 10 cm
(2
3
/
8
× 4 in.), cone type
Tweeter: 2.5 cm (1 in.),
balanced dome type
balanced dome type
Enclosure type
Bass refl ex
Rated impedance
8 ohms
Power handling capacity
Maximum input power:
Maximum input power:
150 W
Sensitivity level
81 dB (1 W, 1 m)
Frequency range
120 Hz - 50,000 Hz
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 82
× 184 × 93 mm
(3
1
/
4
× 7
1
/
4
× 3
3
/
4
in.),
including front grille
Mass
Approx. 1.0 kg (2 lb 4 oz)
SA-WVS300 (subwoofer)
Speaker system
Active subwoofer,
magnetically shielded
magnetically shielded
Speaker units
Woofer: 15 cm (6 in.) (
× 2),
cone type
Enclosure type
Acoustically Loaded
Bass refl ex
Bass refl ex
Reproduction frequency range
28 Hz - 200 Hz
Continuous RMS power output
150 W (6 ohms 100 Hz,
10% THD)
10% THD)
Input
LINE IN (input pin jack)
General
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumptions
90 W
1 W (standby mode)
1 W (standby mode)
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 197
× 407 × 502 mm
(7
7
/
8
× 16
1
/
8
× 19
7
/
8
in.),
including front grille
Mass
Approx. 12.2 kg
(26 lb 15 oz)
(26 lb 15 oz)
Supplied accessories
Audio connecting cord (1)
Speaker connecting cords, 10 m (32.8 ft.) (4)
Speaker connecting cords, 3.5 m (11.5 ft.) (3)
Bracket (2)
Speaker stand (for surround/surround back speakers) (2)
Screw (6)
Speaker connecting cords, 10 m (32.8 ft.) (4)
Speaker connecting cords, 3.5 m (11.5 ft.) (3)
Bracket (2)
Speaker stand (for surround/surround back speakers) (2)
Screw (6)
Design and specifi cations are subject to change without notice.