Sony WAHT-SA20 User manual

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Wireless
Surround Kit
4-163-340-11(1)
WAHT-SA20
S-maSTer
Digital Amplifier
©20 10 Sony Corporation
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S-AIR
DIGITAL WIRELESS
Operating Instructions~
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Table of Contents
Overview 5
Unpacking 6
Hooking Up 6
Setting Up the Wireless System 8
Troubleshooting 11
Specifications 12
Index to Parts 14
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture.
Do not install the appliance in aconfined space,
such
as abookcase or built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
ventilation opening
of the apparatus with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not place the naked flame sources such
as
lighted candles on the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to dripping orsplashing, and
do not place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.
Indoor use only.
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
sufficient magnitude to constitute arisk
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.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the
rear panel
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.
Model No. WAHT-SA20
Serial No. _
The following FCC statement applies only to the
version
of this model manufactured for sale in the
U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC
technical regulations.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital device,
pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in aresidential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment
off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
-
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
(aerial).
-Increase the separation
between the
equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to
which the
receiver is connected.
-
Consult the dealer or an experienced radiol
TV technician for help.

CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the
polarized
or grounding-type plug. Apolarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. Agrounding type plug has two blades
and athird grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your safety.
If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement
of the
obsolete outlet.
10)Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
I1)Only use attachments/accessories specified
by
the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold
with the apparatus. When acart
is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
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13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods
of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
For the wireless transceiver
(EZW-RT1 O/EZW·RT1OA)
This equipment mustnot be co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled
equipment and meets the FCC radio frequency
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement Cto
OET65.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with at least 20cm and more between the radiator
and person's body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).
For the customers in Canada
For the wireless transceiver
(EZW·RT1 O/EZW.RT1OA)
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
This device complies with RSS-Gen
of IC Rules.
Operation
is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
II1II
interference, including interference that may cause
undesired operation
of this device.
This equipment complies with IC radiation
exposure limits set forth for uncontrolled
equipment and meets
RSS-l 02 of the IC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure rules.
This equipment should be installed and operated
with at least
20cm and more between the radiator
and person's body (excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).
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Precautions
On power sources
•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.
On placement
•Do not place the system in locations that are hot
and subject to direct sunlight, dusty, very humid,
or extremely cold.
•Use caution when placing the system on a
specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.)
floor, as staining or discoloration may result.
•Allow adequate aircirculation to prevent internal
heat buildup.
•Do not place the system on surfaces (rugs,
blankets, etc.)
or near materials (curtains,
draperies) that may block the ventilation slots.
•
Do not install the system near heat sources such
as radiators or air ducts, or in aplace subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical
vibration
or shock.
•
Do not install the system in an inclined position.
It is designed to be operated in ahorizontal
position only.
•Keep the system away from equipment with
strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or
large loudspeakers.
•
Do not place heavy objects on the system.
•
If you use more than one set of S-AIR products,
position them away from each other to avoid
cross talk.
•Install this surround amplifier and S-AIR
products at least 50 em away from people.
•To prevent fire or shock hazard. do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
•Do not place the system on carpet, as
discoloration may result.
•
If you use more than one surround amplifier, do
not place one on top
of the other.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinets only with asoft dry cloth. Do
not use any type
of abrasive pad, scouring powder
or solvent such as alcohol or benzene.
Safety
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit
and have it checked
by qualified personnel
before operating it any further.
•Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains)
if
you do not intend to use it for an extended period
of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the
plug, never
by the cord.

Overview
This surround amplifier allows you to use a
5.1 channel system (five speakers and one
subwoofer)
or 7.1 channel system (seven
speakers and one subwoofer).
Enjoying a5.1 channel
system
S-AIR can avoid cluttered cords to keep
your room tidy.
Enjoying a7.1 channel
system
S-AIR makes possible a7.1 channel system,
using two surround and two surround back
speakers.
®Front left speaker
®Front right speaker
©Center speaker
@Surround left speaker
®Surround right speaker
®Surround back left speaker
@Surround back right speaker
®Subwoofer
CD Surround amplifier
(for surround speakers)
Q) Surround amplifier
(for surround back speakers)
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Unpacking
Surround amplifier
(TA-SA200WR) (1)
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Wireless transceiver
(EZW-RT10/EZW-RT10A) (1)
Speaker cords (2)
Operating Instructions (1)
Hooking Up
Connect the surround amplifier to your
S-AIR main unit.
Before installing, make sure to
remove the AC power cords
(mains leads) of all S-AIR
products from wall outlets
(mains).
1Insert the wireless transceiver
(supplied) in the slot on the rear
of the surround amplifier.
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•Do not touch the terminals of the
wireless transceiver.
•Match the direction
of the ... marks.
•Do not insert anything other than the
wireless transceiverinto the EZW-RTIO
slot.
Rear panel of the surround amplifier

Gray
(Speaker
(R: right))
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•To connect the speaker cords
to the surround amplifier
When connecting to the surround
amplifier, insert the connector until it
clicks.
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Blue
(Speaker
(L: left))
•To connect the speaker cords
to the speakers
Be sure to match the speaker cords to
the appropriate terminals on the
speakers: the speaker cord with the
color tube to
(±), and the speaker cord
without the color tube
to 8. Do not
catch the speaker cord insulation in the
speaker terminals.
Connector
3Connect the speakers.
Connect the speaker cords to match the
color
of the SPEAKERS jacks of the
unit.
Rear panel of the S-AIR main unit
2Insert the wireless transmitter in
the slot on the S-AIR main unit.
For S-AIR main units that do not
include awireless transmitter, prepare
the optional S-AIR Adapter (EZW-
TlOO).
For details, refer to the operating
instructions
of the S-AIR main unit.
The illustration
of the rear panel of an
S-AIR main unit is an example. Not all
S-AIR main units look exactly the
same.
Rear of
the speaker
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•Do not connect the speaker cords supplied with
the Wireless Surround Kit to any
of the speaker
jacks on your S-AIR main unit.
4Connect the AC power cords
(mains leads).
Before connecting the AC power cords
(mains leads)
of your S-AIR main unit
and the surround amplifier to wall
outlets (mains), make sure that all
speakers are connected.
Setting Up the Wireless
System
To use the wireless system, you need to set
up the surround amplifier and your S-AIR
main unit. Before setting, make sure that the
wireless adapters are correctly inserted in
the S-AIR main unit and surround amplifier.
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Setting up the S·AIR main
unit
For details on using the S-AIR main unit,
refer to the operating instructions
of the
S-AIR main unit.
1Turn on the S-AIR main unit.
The system turns on.
2Set up the S-AIR main unit so it is
ready for
10 setting.
3Select the 10 for the S-AIR main
unit.
You can select any ID (A, B, or C).

Setting up the surround
amplifier
Front panel
1/(9 (Power)
_S-AIRISTANDBY
indicator
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3Press 1/(9 (Power) on the
surround amplifier.
The S-AIRISTANDBY indicator turns
green.
If not, see "Checking the
transmission status" (page 9) and
"Troubleshooting" (page 11).
4Set up the speakers.
If the S-AIR main unit has the Auto
Calibration function, perform Auto
Calibration.
If the S-AIR main unit does not have
the
Auto Calibration function, perform
the appropriate speaker setting.
Rear panel
S-AIR ID switch SURROUND
SELECTOR switch
Checking the
transmission status
You can check the status of sound
transmission
between the S-AIR main unit
and surround amplifier by checking the
S-AIRISTANDBY indicator on the
surround amplifier.
1Set the SURROUND SELECTOR
switch as follows.
5.1 channel system: SURROUND
7.1 channel system
for surround speakers:
SURROUND
for surround back speakers:
SURROUND BACK
For more information on multi-channel
surround systems, see
"Overview"
(page 5).
2Set the S-AIR 10 switch of the
surround amplifier to match the
10 (A, 8, or C) of the S-AIR main
unit.
S-AIRI
STANDBY
indicator
Turns green.
Flashes green
quickly.
Flashes green
slowly.
Turns red.
Turns off.
Status
The system is turned on,
wireless transmission
is
activated and surround
signals are transmitting.
The system
is turned on
and wireless transmission
is activated, but surround
signals are not
transmitting.
The system
is turned on
and wireless transmission
is deactivated.
The surround amplifier is
in standby mode while the
system
is in standby mode
or wireless transmission
is
deactivated.
The surround amplifier is
turned off.
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Flashes red. The surround amplifier's
protection
is active.
Preventing transmission
to neighbors (Pairing)
Flashes orange. The wireless transceiver is
not connected to the
surround amplifier.
•Before the pairing operation
(example)
The sound transmission is established by the
ID.
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•After the pairing operation
(example)
Sound transmission is established between
the surround amplifier and the S-AIR main
unit that performed the pairing operation.
Pairing
1Turn on the S-AIR main unit and
the surround amplifier.
The system turns on.
2Match the IDs of the S-AIR main
unit and the surround amplifier.
StatusS-AIRI
STANDBY
indicator
About the standby mode
The surround amplifierenters standby mode
automatically (the S-AIR/STANDBY
indicator turns red) when the main unit is in
standby mode or wireless transmission is
deactivated.
The surround amplifier is turned on
automatically (the S-AIR/STANDBY
indicator turns green) when the system is
turned on and wireless transmission is
activated.
For details, see "Troubleshooting"
(page 11).
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•Depending on the main unit, the surround
amplifier may not enter standby mode
automatically or may not turn on automatically.
In this case, press
1/6 (Power) on the surround
amplifier to change the power mode.
If your neighbors also have S-AIR products
and their IDs are the same as yours, your
neighbors could receive the sound
of your
S-AIR main unit. To prevent this, you can
identify your S-AIR products by performing
the pairing operation.
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3Set upthe S-AIR main unit so it is
ready for pairing.
For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the S-AIR main unit.
The S-AIR/ST ANDBY indicator on
the surround amplifier Hashes green.
4Press PAIRING on the rear panel
of the surround amplifier.
The PAIRING indicator flashes when
pairing starts.
When sound transmission is
established, the S-AIR/STANDBY
indicator turns green and the PAIRING
indicator turns on.
If you use more than one surround
amplifier, perform Steps 3 and 4 for
those also.
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•To press PAIRING, aslim instrument, such as a
paper clip, can
be used.
To cancel pairing
Change the IDs of the S-AIR main unit and
the surround amplifier (page 8).
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.
Note that if service personnel changes some
parts during repair, these parts may be
retained.
In the event of a problem with the surround
amplifier, have a Sony dealer check the
entire system together (S-AIR main unit,
speakers, and wireless adapters).
Sound
There is no sound.
Check the status of the S-AIRISTANDBY
indicator on the surround amplifier.
-Turns off.
•Check that the
AC powercord (mains lead) of
the surround amplifier is connected securely.
•Turn the surround amplifier on by pressing
1/(') on the surround amplifier.
-Flashes orange.
•Check that the wireless transceiver
is inserted
into the surround amplifier correctly.
-Flashes green quickly.
•Change the S-AIR
ID settings ofthe S-AIR
main unit and surround amplifier.
~ When you use this system with surround
speakers:
•Set the SURROUND SELECTOR switch of
the surround amplifier
to SURROUND.
~ When you use this system with surround
back speakers:
•Set [Surround Back]
in [Speaker Settings] of
the S-AIR main unit to [Yes]. For details,
refer to the operating instructions of
the
S-AIR main unit.
-Flashes red.
•Press
1/(') to tum offthe surround amplifier,
and check the following items.
CD Are the +and -speaker cords short-
circuited?
®Is anything blocking the ventilation
holes
of the surround amplifier?
After checking the above items and fixing
any problems, turn on the surround amplifier.
If the cause
of the problem cannot be found
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Specifications
U.S. models:
POWER OUTPUT (reference):
167 W
(per channel
at 3 ohms, I kHz)
General
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption 50 W
Standby power consumption
0.9 W (standby
mode)
0.13 W (turned off)
Other models:
POWER OUTPUT (rated): 80 W+80 W(at 3
ohms, 1 kHz, 1%
THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference):
167 W
(per channel
at 3 ohms, I kHz)
3 - 16 n
Rated impedance
Surround amplifier
(TA-SA200WR)
Amplifier Section
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(FTC) With 3 ohm loads,
for the US model both channels
driven, from 120 -
20,000 Hz; rated 45
watts per channel
minimum RMS
power, with no
more than 1%total
harmonic
distortion from 250
milli watts to rated
output.
The system does not work normally.
•Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead)
from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect
after several minutes.
Operation
There is no sound or noise is heard, or
sound skips.
• If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it
more than 8m(about 25 feet) away from the
other S-AIR main unit you are using.
•Place the S-AIR main unit and surround
amplifier closer together.
•Avoid use
of equipment that generates
electromagnetic energy, such as amicrowave
oven.
•Place the S-AIR main unit and surround
amplifier away from other wireless devices.
•Change the S-AIR ID settings
of the S-AIR
main unit and surround amplifier.
•
Tum off the S-AIR main unit and surround
amplifier, then tum them on.
Wireless transmission is not activated.
(The S-AIRISTANDBY indicator flashes
green slowly or turns red.)
•Confirm the S-AIR IDs of the S-AIR main
unit and surround amplifier.
•Confirm the pairing setting.
•Sound transmission is poor. Move the
surround amplifier so that the indicator turns
green.
•Move the system away from other wireless
devices.
• Avoid using any other wireless devices.
even after checking all the above items,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Flashes green slowly or turns red.
•Confirm the S-AIR IDs
of the S-AIR main
unit and surround amplifier.
•Confirm the pairing setting.
•Sound transmission
is poor. Move the
surround amplifier so that the S-AIRJ
STANDBY indicator turns green.
•Move the system away from other wireless
devices.
• Avoid using any other wireless devices.
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Turns green.
•Check the speaker connections and settings.
•Depending on the source or the settings
of the
S-AIR main unit, the effect of the speakers
may be less noticeable.
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Dimensions (approx.)
Mass (approx.)
206mmx60mrnx
256 mm (8 1/8 in x
23/8
in x 10 1/8 in)
(wlh/d) with the
wireless
transceiver inserted
1.3 kg (2lb 14 oz)
Wireless transceiver
(EZW-RT1 O/EZW-RT1 OA)
Communication system S-AIR
Specification
version 1.0
Frequency band
Modulation method
Power requirements
Dimensions (approx.)
Mass (approx.)
2.4000
GHz-
2.4835 GHz
DSSS
DC 3.3
V, 350 rnA
50mmx13mmx
60 mm (2 in x17/32
in x 2 3/8 in) (wlh/
d)
24 g (1 oz)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
"S-AIR" and its logo are trademarks
of Sony
Corporation.
•Standby power consumption 0.13 W
•Halogenated flame retardants are not used
in the
certain printed wiring boards.
•Over 85% power efficiency
of amplifier block is
achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-master.
•Packaging cushions are made from paper.
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Index to Parts
Surround amplifier
Front panel
Rear panel
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[I] I/~ (Power)
[2J S-AIRISTANDBY indicator
~ S-AIR ID switch
@] PAIRING button
[ID PAIRING indicator
[§] SURROUND SELECTOR switch
[I] SPEAKERS jacks
[ID Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10) slot

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THE UNIT OR FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM-
AGES SUSTAINED IN CONNECTION WITH SAID UNIT AND SONY NEITHER
ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY REPRESENTATIVE OR OTHER PERSON TO
ASSUME FOR IT ANY OBLIGATION OR L1ABLILITY OTHER THAN SUCH AS IS
EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS.
Product Registration:
Thank you for choosing a Sony product. At Sony, we strive to create products
of the highest quality to enhance your experience and enjoyment. To provide
the best support for your product, we request that you complete a product
registration form at www.SonyStvle.calregistration within 90 days of purchase.
For service assistance, product information, or product registration please call:
1-877-899-7669. For information about a Sony Care Extended Warranty, please
call 1-800-773-9667 .
For online product support and updates at any time, please visit:
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SONY:
Garantie d'un an protegeant les
consommateurs
Sony du Canada Itee (Sony), sous reserve des modalites et conditions indiquees
aux presentes, garantit Ie present produit contre tout detaut de fabrication ou
toute detaillance des materiaux entrant dans sa fabrication pour la peri ode de
garanlie specitiee. Si un defaut de fabrication au une detaillance des materiaux
survient pendant la periode de garantie specitiee, Sony veillera a reparer Ie
produit en y elfectuant tous les remplacements de pieces necessaires par des
pieces neuves ou remises a neuf et ce, sans frais Quant aux pieces ou a la
main-d'ceuvre.
La peri ode de garantie est la suivante :
Main-d'ceuvre et pieces: UN an a compter de la date d'achat originelle au detail.
Conditions:
Modifications, reparations, abus non autorises, etc. :
La presente garantie limitee est nulle si : (i) I'unite a ete alteree, moditiee ou
installee aux fins d'usage commercial, ou reparee ou entretenue par une
personne autre qu'un centre de reparation autorise par Sony afin d'elfectuer de
tels services. (ii) Ie numero de serie de I'unite a ete altere ou retire, ou (iii)
I'unite a subi un accident, un mauvais usage, un abus ou a ete utilisee pour un
usage contraire aux directives du mode d'emploi. L'opinion de Sonya cet elfet
est sans appel.
Usage commercial ou location:
Ce produit n'est pas congu pour usage commercial ou location. Advenant que
cette unite soit utilisee a des fins commerciales ou comme unite en location, la
periode de garantie limitee pour les pieces et la main-d'ceuvre est reduite a 90
jours apres la date d'achat originelle. L'opinion de Sonya cet elfet est sans
appel.
Exclusions:
La presente garantie limitee exclut les armoires, accessoires ou piles brises ou
endommages; les antennes et stylets exposes, ou la detail lance de pieces
decoulant de leur usure normale. La presente garantie limitee exclut I'entretien
regulier des produits, tels que Ie nettoyage, la lubrificalion ou les verifications.
La presente garantie Iimitee ne couvre que I'equipement fourni avec Ie produit.
Elle ne couvre aucune assistance technique Quant a I'usage d'equipement ou
de logiciel et ne couvre aucun logiciel, fourni ou non avec Ie produit. De tels
logiciel sont fournis « TELS QUELS ", sauf aux termes d'une garantie limite de
logiciel comprise dans I'emballage. Veuillez consulter les ententes d'usager
comprises avec Ie produit pour connaitre vos droits et obligations relativement
aux logiciels.
La presente garantie n'est valide qU'au Canada.
livraison :
L'unite doit etre livree en personne a I'un des centres de reparation Sony du
Canada, ou expediee, dans son emballage d'origine ou un emballage equivalent
accordant un niveau de protection equivalent, ainsi que des directives indiquant
I'emplacement au Canada ou I'unite peut etre retournee. Si I'unite est expediee
a un centre de reparation, I'unite reparee sera retournee au client port paye.
Tous les accessoires compris avec I'unite doivent etre enumeres individuellement
sur Ie bordereau d'expedition aux fins de documentation d'expedition. Les
accessoires detectueux doivent etre expedies a Sonya titre d'article distinct a
reparer. Sony n'est pas responsable des pertes ou dommages des articles en
transit expedies aux centres de reparation. Toute piece remplacee aux termes
de la presente garantie limitee devient la propriete de Sony. Vous lUes
responsable de faire une copie de sauvegarde de to utes donnees, logiciels
ou autres que vous auriez pu stocker ou conserver sur votre unite. II est fort
probable que des donnees, logiciels ou autres seront perdus ou reformates
pendant la reparation, et Sony n'est pas responsable de tels dommages ou
pertes.
Preuve d'achat :
La presente garantie limitee s'applique au produit a compter de la date d'achat
originelle au detail. Par consequent, Ie proprietaire doit presenter une preuve
d'achat originelle au detail.
Produit vises par la presente garantie :
La presente garantie limitee s'applique aux produits Sony suivants, et peut
aussi s'appliquer a d'autres produits s'ils font partie de I'emballage d'origine
du produit :
Accessoires audio I video
Produits audio I video pour I'automobile
Cameras video et accessoires connexes
Cameras photos numeriques de type Cyber-shot® et accessoires connexes
Radios-niveil munis d'un lecteur CD
Lecteurs numeriques de medias/Lecteurs numeriques de musique
Imprimantes I scanners de photos numerisees
Enregistreurs numeriques de la parole
Enregistreurs numeriques a circuits integres
Systemes audio pour la maison
Systemes de cinema-maison
Lecteurs et enregistreurs video pour la maison
Produits de navigation mobile
Magnetophones a microcassettes
Baladeurs Net MD/H-MMD
Baladeurs reseau
Lecteurs CD portables I munis d'un recepteur radio
Lecteurs DVD portables
Radios portables de type « casque d'ecoute stereo"
Enregistreurs/lecteurs portables a MiniDisques
Radios portables et lecteurs CD I avec lecteur cassettes
Radios portables
Recepteurs-enregistreurs radiophoniques combines
Magnetoscopes a cassettes et accessoires connexes
Baladeurs video
SAUF DANS LA MESURE OU LA LOI APPLICABLE L'INTERDIT, TOUTES LES
AUTRES GARANTIES ET CONDITIONS, EXPRESSES OU IMPLICITES, REL-
EVANT OU NON D'UNE LOI, D'UN ACTE LEGISLATIF, D'HABITUDES
COMMERCIALES ETABLIES OU D'USAGES DU COMMERCE, Y COMPRIS,
NOTAMMENT, TOUTE GARANTIE IMPLICITE DE QUALITE MARCHANDE OU
DE L'ADAPTABILITE A UNE FIN PARTICULIERE, SONT DESAVOUEES. SONY
NE SAURAIT EN AUCUN CAS ETRE RESPONSABLE D'UN MONTANT
SUPERIEUR AU PRIX REEL D'ACHAT DU PRODUIT; ET SONY NE SAURAIT EN
AUCUN CAS ETRE RESPONSABLE DE DOMMAGES SPECIAUX, ACCESSOIRES
OU CONSECUTIFS SUBIS RELATIVEMENT AU PRODUIT. SONY N'ASSUME NI
N'AUTORISE AUCUN REPRESENTANT OU QUICONQUE A ASSUMER EN SON
NOM UNE OBLIGATION OU RESPONSABILITE AUTRE QUE CELLES QUI SONT
EXPRESSEMENT DECRITES AUX PRESENTES. L'EXCLUSION DE GARANTIES
ET CONDITIONS IMPLICITES N'EST PAS AUTORISEE DANS CERTAINS
TERRITOIRES.
Enregistrement du produit :
Merci d'avoir choisi un produit Sony. Chez Sony, nous nous elforgons de creer
des produits de la plus haute qualite afin de renforcer votre experience et votre
satisfaction. Afin d'assurer Ie meilleur soutien qui soit a votre produit, nous
vous demandons de remplir une fiche d'enregistrement de produit sur Ie site
www.fr.SonyStvle.calenregistrement dans les quatre-vingt-dix (90) jours suivant
la date d'achat.
Pour obtenir de I'aide concernant Ie service ou obtenir des renseignements sur
Ie produit ou concernant I'enregistrement du produit, veuillez appelerJe 1-877-
899-7669. Pour obtenir des renseignements concernant la garantie prolongee
Sony Care, veuillez appeler Ie 1-800-773-9667.
Pour Ie support technique et les mises a jour en Iigne en tout temps, vous
pouvez visiter Ie
www.fr.sony.calsonycaiview/french/supoorLelectronics.shtmI.
ou appeler Ie Centre d'information a la clientele Sony au 1-877-899-7669.

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General Stereo/Hifi ComponentsfTape Decks
CD Players/Mini Disc Players/Audio Systems
IHifi Audio I
LIMITED WARRANTY (u.s. Only)
Sony Electronics Inc. ("Sony") warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for the time
periods and as set forth below. Pursuant to this Limited Warranty, Sony will, at its option, (i) repair the product
using new
or refurbished parts or (ij) replace the productwith anew or refurbished product. For purposes ofthis
Limited Warranty, "refurbished" means aproduct or partthat has been returned to its original specifications. In
the event of adefect, these are your exclusive remedies.
Labor: For aperiod
of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of the product ("LaborWarranty"), Sony
will, at its option, repair
or replace with new or refurbished product, product determined to be defective. IfSony
elects
to replace the product after this Labor Warranty has expired but while the Parts Warranty below is still in
effect, itwill do so
for the applicable laborcharge.
Parts: For aperiod
of one (1) year from the original date of purchase of product ("Parts Warranty"), Sony will
supply new or refurbished replacement parts in exchange for parts determined to be defective.
This Limited Warranty covers
only the hardware components packaged with the Product. It does not cover
technical assistance for hardware
or software usage and it does notcover any software products whether or not
contained in the Product; any such software is
provided" AS IS" unless expressly provided for in any enclosed
software Limited Warranty. Please refer
to the End UserLicense Agreements included with the Product for your
rights and obligations with respect to the software.
Instructions: To obtain warranty service, you must deliver the product, freight prepaid, in either its original
packaging
or packaging affording an equal degree of protection to the Sony authorized service facility specified.
It is your responsibility to backup any data, software or other materials you may have stored or pre-
served on
your unit. It is likely that such data, software, or other materials will be lost or reformatted
during service and Sony will not be responsible for any such damage or loss. Adated purchase receipt is
required. For specific instructions on how to obtain warranty service for your product,
Visit Sony's Web Site:
www.sony.com/service
Orcall the Sony Customer Information Service Center
1-800-222-S0NY (7669)
For an accessory
or part notavailable from your authorized dealer, call:
1-800-488-S0NY
(7669)
Repair IReplacement Warranty: This Limited Warranty shall apply to any repair, replacement part or replace-
ment product for the remainder of the original Limited Warranty period or for ninety (90) days, whichever is
longer.
Any parts or product replaced underthis Limited Warranty will become the property of Sony.
This Limited Warranty onlycovers product issues caused by defects in material
or workmanship during ordinary
consumer use; it does notcover product issues caused by any other reason, including but not limited
to product
issues due
to commercial use, acts of God, misuse, limitations of technology, or modification of or to any part of
the Sony product. This Limited Warranty does not cover Sony products sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS or
consumables (such as fuses or batteries). This Limited Warranty is invalid if the factory-applied serial number
has been altered or removed from the product. This Limited Warranty is valid only in the United States.
LIMITATION
ON DAMAGES: SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES
FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS PRODUCT.
DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT
IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANlY
Some states do not allowthe exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations
on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may notapply to you. This Limited
Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you
may have other rights which vary from state to state.
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