Sony HT-BE1 User manual

4-240-621-32(2)
© 2002 Sony Corporation
HT-BE1
Home Theater
System
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
Bedienungsanleitung
Manual de instrucciones
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To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the unit
to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, 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 fire or shock hazard,
do not place objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in
a confined space, such as a
bookcase or built-in cabinet .
Don’t throw
away the battery
with general
house waste,
dispose of it
correctly as chemical waste.
WARNING Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the Sony
Home Theater System. Before
operating the unit, please read this
manual thoroughly and retain it for
future reference.

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Precautions
On safety
•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked
by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
On power sources
•The system is not disconnected from theAC
power source (mains) as long as it is connected
to the wall outlet, even if the system itself has
been turned off.
•If you are not going to use the system for a long
time, be sure to disconnect the system from the
wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull
the cord.
•AC power cord must only be changed at the
qualified service shop.
On placement
•Do not place the system in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or mechanical shock.
On adjusting volume
•Do not turn up the volume while listening to a
portion with very low level inputs or no audio
signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level portion is played.
On cleaning
•Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
On yourTV’s color
•If the speakers should cause the TV screen to
have color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn
it on after 15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity
should persist, place the speakers further away
from the TV.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.

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This system incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and
the DTS** Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby,”“Pro Logic,”and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential unpublished works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All
rights reserved.
**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat.
No. 5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issued and pending. “DTS”
and “DTS Digital Surround”are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems,
Inc. © 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.
Table of Contents
WARNING.......................................................................................................... 2
Welcome!........................................................................................................... 2
Precautions........................................................................................................ 3
Getting Started................................................................. 5
Unpacking.......................................................................................................... 5
Hookup .............................................................................................................. 6
Speaker Setup ................................................................................................. 12
Operations .....................................................................15
Adjusting the Volume ....................................................................................... 15
Selecting the Sound Field................................................................................ 17
Adjusting the tone quality................................................................................. 19
Playing DVD discs............................................................................................ 21
Controlling the TV with the Supplied Remote .................................................. 22
Turning off the power automatically ................................................................. 23
Additional Information.......................................................24
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 24
Specifications................................................................................................... 26
Index to Parts and Controls ............................................................................. 27

Getting Started
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Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
•Subwoofer (1)
•Satellite speakers (5)
•Speaker cords (3 m ×3, 8 m ×2)
•Optical digital cord (1) (North American, Mexican, and Asian models only)
•Coaxial digital cord (1) (European models only)
•Remote commander (remote) RM-BE1 (1)
•Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by
matching the + and –on the batteries. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor
on the system.
Notes
•Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
•Do not use a new battery with an old one.
•Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
•Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
•If you will not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
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Hookup
Speaker installation
For best performance, we recommend speaker placement as shown.
Center speaker
Place on the top of or
below the TV.
Rear speakers
Place right beside or slightly behind your listening
position, and a little higher than your ears.
Front speakers
Place on both sides of the
TV equal distances apart.
Subwoofer
Place anywhere within
the front listening area.

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Connecting the Satellite speakers
Connect the supplied satellite speakers to the subwoofer.
Use the five supplied cords to connect the satellite speakers. Connect them to their correct
jacks.
The connectors of the speaker cords are the same color as the label of the terminals to be
connected. Connect the red cord to the FRONT (R) speaker, the green cord to the CENTER
speaker, the white cord to the FRONT (L) speaker, the black cord to the REAR (R) speaker, and
the blue cord to the REAR (L) speaker.
Each speaker cord has two different size jacks. Connect the big one (A) to the subwoofer, and
the small one (B) to the satellite speaker by matching the indication + and –on the cord to
those of the terminals.
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FRONT R CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT L
REAR R REAR L
L
R
USB
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
FRONT R CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT L
REAR R REAR L
L
R
UDIO IN
DIGITAL IN
C
AL COAXIAL
Front speaker (R)
Rear speaker (L)
Rear speaker (R)
to AC outlet
(mains)
Center speaker Front speaker (L)
Subwoofer
AB
Red Green White
Gray Blue

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Adjusting the angle of the satellite speakers
You can adjust the angle of the supplied satellite speakers if necessary.
1Loosen the screw at the bottom of the speaker.
2Tighten the screw again after adjusting the angle of the speaker.
Note
When you loosen or tighten the screw at the bottom of the speaker, use an appropriate driver.

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Installing the satellite speakers on the wall
1Remove the screw at the bottom of the
speaker.
2Turn the speaker stand opposite 180˚,
and then lightly tighten the screw.
Note
Do not turn the speaker stand more than 180˚.
The cord may become disconnected.
3Tighten the screw again after adjusting
the angle of the speaker.
4Install the speaker on the wall.
Install screws (not supplied) in the wall
and mount the satellite speaker by the
hollow for the screw in the bottom of
speaker.You can adjust the angle of the
satellite speakers by selecting the hollow
on the speaker.
The middle hollow is used to attach the
speaker straight on the wall. The right or
left hollow is used to attach the speaker
on the wall at an angle.
Notes
•When you loosen or tighten the screw at the bottom of the speaker, use an appropriate driver.
•Be sure that the cord between the satellite speaker stand and the speaker is not pinched.
•If you install the speaker to a wall, make sure the wall you install to is strong enough. Since the speaker is
heavy, it is dangerous if it falls. Sony cannot take any responsibility for any injury or damage during
installation of those speakers.
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FRONT R CENTER
SPEAKER
FRONT L
REAR R REAR L
L
R
USB
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL COAXIAL
Connecting to other components
This system can be connected to digital audio/video components such as a DVD player or CD
player, and analog components such as TV or VCR. It can also be connected to a PC using a
USB cable.
Connecting to a digital audio/video component
Connect the component to the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL (or COAXIAL) jack.
Use the optical digital cord or the coaxial digital cord to connect the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL
jack or the DIGITAL IN COAXIAL jack.
* Supplied with North American, Mexican, andAsian models only.
** Supplied with European models only.
Note
Do not bundle or knot the optical digital cord and coaxial digital cord.
DVD player, CD player, etc.
or coaxial
digital cord **
optical
digital cord*