Sony SA-VE315 User manual

Micro Satellite
System
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones
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.
Model No. SA-VI_315/VE312 Serial No.
SA- VE315
SA- VE312
@2000 Sony Corporation

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Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
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operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
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CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modification
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
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installer's attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building,
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Table of Contents
Hooking up the system ..................... 4
Positioning the speakers ..................... 7
Listening to the sound ........................... 8
Adjusting the sound ............................. 8
Precautions ............................................ 10
Troubleshooting ................................... 11
Specifications ........................................ 11
About this manual
The instructions in this manual are for SA-VE315 and SA-VE312, Sony Micro Satellite Systems.
Differences between the systems
•SA-VE315
The SA-VE315 is a 5.1 channel speaker system consisting of two front speakers, two rear
speakers, one center speaker, and one subwoofer. It supports Sony DigitCinema Sound, Dolby*
Pro Logic, and Dolby Digital (AG3), and is thus geared towards the enjoyment of movies.
•SA-VE312
Consisting of two front speakers and one subwoofer, the SA-VE312 is suited for the enjoyment
of music.
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. DOLBY, the double-D symbol Or1,"PRO LOGIC" and
"Dolby Digital (AC-3)" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Any difference in operation is dearly indicated in the text, for example, "SA-VE315 only."
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Hooking up the system
Connect the speaker system to the speaker output terminals of an amplifier.
Make sure power to all components (included the subwoofer) is turned off before starting the
hook-up.
Hookup A (for SA-VE315)
This configuration is used when tile amplifier is connected to a DVD player, LD player VCR or
other videodevices.
Subwoofer Center
Front (Right) _ Front (Left)
Rear (Right) Rear (Left)
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Hookup B (for SA-VE315)
Try this configuration instead of "Hookup A" in the following situations:
-- When there are no jacks on the amplifier fora subwoofer.
-- Wllenyou want a strongerbass sound from thesubwoofer.
Front (Right) Center Front (Left)
Subwoofer
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Rear (Right) Rear (Left)
Terminal (jack) connections
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Hooking up the system (continued)
Hookup C (for SA-VE312)
This configuration is used when tile amplifier is connected to a CD player, MD deck, cassette
deck, orotheraudio devices.
Front (Right) Front (Left)
Subwoofer
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Terminal connections
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Notes
•Make sure the plus (+) and the minus (-) terminals on the speakers are matched to the corresponding plus (+)
and minus (-) terminals on the amplifier.
• 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 firm. Contact between bare speaker wires at the speaker terminals may cause a
short-circuit.
• Do not connect the subwoofer to the amplifier's CENTER output terminal (which is for Dolby Pro Logic or
Dolby Digital (AC-3)). No bass sound will output from the subwoofer if you do.
• For details regarding the connections on the amplifier side, refer to the manual that was provided with your
amplifier.
Tip
All striped wires are minus (-) in polarity, and should be connected to the minus (-) speaker terminals.
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Positioning the
speakers
Setting the speakers
To prevent speaker vibration or movement
while listening,attach the supplied foot pads
to the bottom four corners of the center
speaker*, front speakers, and rear speakers*.
Location of each
speaker
Center*
Subwoofer
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(Left) (Right)
*SA*VE315 only
Each speaker should face the listening
position. Better surround effect will result if
all speakers are set atthe 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 thecenter speaker on thetop-center of
theTVset.
The placement of rear speakers greatly
depends on the configuration of the room.
The rear speakers may be placed on both
sides of the listening position Oor behind
thelistening position O.
Tips
•Movies are best enjoyed in a room that produces
no echoes (as in one with surrounding curtains).
• Music (especially classical music) is best enjoyed
in a room that produces some echo.
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Foot pads
Setting the center speaker
(SA-VE315 only)
Set the center speaker firmly on top o fthe TV
set, making sure it is completely level.
Foot pads
Setting other speakers
For greater flexibility in the positioning of the
speakers, use the optional WS-FV10, WS-
TV10, or WS-WV10 speaker stand (available
only in certain countries).
WS-FVIO WS-TVIO WS-WVIO
(for rear speakers)
Tip
The height of the front speakers should be adjusted
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Listening to the sound Adjusting the sound
POWER POWER indicator
First, turn down the volume on the amplifier.
The volume should be set to minimum before
you begin playing the program source.
1Turn on the amplifier and select the
program source.
2Press POWER on the subwoofer.
The POWERindicator on the subwoofer
lights up green.
3Play the program source.
Slight adjustments to the system can enhance
your sound enjoyment.
Adjusting the
subwoofer
LEVEL MODE
Set MODE according to the program
source as follows:
Source MODE
DVD, LD, video cassette MOVIE
or other video source
MD, CD, cassette tape MUSIC
or other audio source
Rotate LEVEL to adjust the volume.
Set the volume level to best suit your
preference accordingto theprogram
source.
Notes
•Some amplifier functions for enhancing the sound
may cause distortion in the subwoofer. If such
distortion occurs, turn off those functions.
•To enjoy high-quality sound, do not turn the
subwoofer volume too high.
• To increase the bass sound from the subwoofer,
connect the system using "Hookup B" (see
page 5).
• The bass sound is enhanced in MOVIE mode
rather than in MUSIC mode. Therefore, if you
change the mode to MOVIE while listening to
some sources that do not include the bass sound,
you may not be able to get the effect.
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Setting your amplifier
to enjoy movies
(SA-VE315 only)
For the Dolby Digital (AC-3)
lfyour amplifier is connected internally or
externally with a Dolby Digital (AC-3)
processor, you should use thesetup menus
for tile amplifier to specify tile parameters o f
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
amplifier.
When "Hookup A" is used
(Speaker setup)
For Set to
Front speakers SMALL
Center speaker SMALL
Rear speakers SMALL
Subwoofer ON (or YES)
(Other setup)
Menu Set to
LFE MIX* -10 dB
BASS BOOST** ON
* Low Frequency Effect
**Afunction that reinforces the bass sound
When "Hookup B" is used
(Speaker setup)
For Set to
Front speakers LARGE
Center speaker SMALL
Rear speakers SMALL
Subwoofer OFF (or NO)
(Other setup)
Menu Set to
LFE MIX 10 dB
BASS BOOST ON
For the Dolby Pro Logic
Ifyouramplifieris connected internally or
externally with a Dolby Pro Logic processor,
you should set the surround effect mode to
"NORMAL" on the amplifier for your
particularspeakersystem.
For details on the setting procedure, refer to
tile manual that was provided with your
amplifier.
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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.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to tile
wall outlet, even if the 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 tile cord itself.
• Should any liquid or solid obiect fall into the
system, unplug the system's power cord and have
the system checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the
qualified 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.
• Contact between bare speaker wires at the speaker
terminals may result in a short-circuit.
• Before connecting, turn off the amplifier 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.
If you encounter color irregularity on a
nearby TV screen
This speaker system is magnetically shielded to
allow it to be installed near a YV set. However,
color irregularities may still be observed on certain
types of TV sets.
If color irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on again
after 15 to 30 minutes.
If color irregularity is observed again...
•'_ Place the speakers further away from the TV
set.
If howling occurs
Reposition the speakers or turn down the volume
on the amplifier.
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
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.
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