SONY HT-SF150 (01) PDF Document

The following items are included with your SONY HT-SF150 soundbar:

• Bar Speaker (1)

• Remote control (1)

• R03 (size AAA) battery (2)

• Optical digital cable (1)

• AC power cord (mains lead) (1) (specific models for U.K./Ireland and Australia/New Zealand)

• WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE (1)

• Startup Guide

• Operating Instructions

With the SONY HT-SF150 sound system, you can:

• Listen to a TV and other devices like a Blu-ray Disc player, cable box, or satellite box.

• Listen to music from a USB device.

• Listen to music from a mobile device via a wireless connection.

• Use the Control for HDMI Function for integrated operation with your TV.

The front of the SONY HT-SF150 soundbar has the following controls and indicators:

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

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

3. (input select) button: Selects the input source (TV, BLUETOOTH, USB).

4. BLUETOOTH button: Used for Bluetooth operations like pairing.

5. +/- (volume) buttons: Adjusts the volume.

6. Indicators (TV, BLUETOOTH, USB): Light up or flash to show the input or status of the system.

The indicators on the SONY HT-SF150 show the input status and function settings. Here is a breakdown of their meanings:

Input Status Indicators:

Function Status Indicators:

Volume Level Indicators:

You can turn the indicators off by pressing INDICATOR on the remote control. Even if turned off, they will light or flash when you operate the system.

The rear of the SONY HT-SF150 soundbar features the following terminals and jacks:

1. AC IN terminal: For connecting the AC power cord.

2. HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack: Connect to a TV that has an HDMI input jack. This system is compatible with Audio Return Channel (ARC), which sends TV sound to the soundbar from the TV’s HDMI jack.

3. (USB) port: For connecting a USB device to play music.

4. TV IN (OPTICAL) jack: For connecting to a TV’s optical output.

5. IR repeater: Transmits the remote signal of the TV remote control to the TV if the soundbar is blocking the TV’s sensor.

Here are the functions of the buttons on the SONY HT-SF150 remote control. Some buttons have different functions depending on if you press them briefly or press and hold for 5 seconds.

• INPUT: Selects the playback source (TV → BLUETOOTH → USB).

• AUTO SOUND: Selects AUTO SOUND for the sound effect.

• CINEMA: (Press) Selects CINEMA for the sound effect. (Press and hold) Turns the auto standby function on/off.

• VOICE: (Press) Turns the voice mode on/off. (Press and hold) Turns the Control for HDMI function on/off.

• (volume) +/-: Adjusts the volume.

• INDICATOR: Turns the indicators on the Bar Speaker on/off.

• PLAY MODE: Selects the play mode for USB playback.

• ⬆/⬇: Selects content on the TV screen for USB playback.

• K◄ / ►►I (previous/next): (Press) Skips to the previous or next file. (Press and hold) Rewinds or fast forwards.

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

• STANDARD: (Press) Selects STANDARD for the sound effect. (Press and hold) Turns the IR repeater function on/off.

• MUSIC: Selects MUSIC for the sound effect.

• NIGHT: (Press) Turns the night mode on/off. (Press and hold) Turns the BLUETOOTH standby mode on/off.

• (muting): Turns off the sound temporarily or turns it back on.

• AUDIO: (Press) Selects the audio channel for Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast. (Press and hold) Turns the Dolby DRC function on/off.

• ENTER: Plays the content that is selected by ⬆/⬇ for USB playback.

• ►II (play/pause): Pauses or resumes playback.

To mount your SONY HT-SF150 Bar Speaker on a wall, follow these steps:

Step 1. Prepare screws.

Prepare two screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the wall material and strength. The screws should have a head diameter of 5 mm to 10 mm and a shaft diameter of 4 mm. They should protrude from the wall by 6 mm to 7 mm.

Step 2. Stick the WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE on the wall.

p>1. Align the TV CENTER LINE on the template with the center line of your TV.

p>2. Align the TV BOTTOM LINE on the template with the bottom of your TV.

p>3. Stick the WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE (supplied) on the wall using commercially available adhesive tape.

Step 3. Fasten the screws.

Fasten the screws into the marks on the SCREW LINE of the WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE. The screws should stick out 6 mm to 7 mm.

Step 4. Remove the template.

Carefully remove the WALL MOUNT TEMPLATE.

Step 5. Hang the Bar Speaker.

Align the holes on the rear of the Bar Speaker with the screws, then hang the Bar Speaker on the two screws.

Notes:

• As a plasterboard wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely in a wall beam.

• It is recommended to have the installation done by a Sony dealer or licensed contractor.

If the SONY HT-SF150 soundbar obstructs the remote control sensor of your TV, the TV remote control may not work. To fix this, you can enable the IR repeater function of the soundbar. This function allows the soundbar to receive the TV remote’s signal and pass it through from the rear of the soundbar to the TV.

To turn the IR repeater function on or off, press and hold the STANDARD button on the remote control for 5 seconds.

• IR repeater on: The USB indicator flashes twice.

• IR repeater off: The USB indicator flashes once.

Note: Only turn this function on if your TV remote cannot control the TV. If it is on when not needed, you may experience interference. On some TVs, this function may not work correctly. If so, try placing the soundbar slightly further from the TV.

To listen to a TV or another connected device, follow these steps:

Step 1. Select the input source.

Press the INPUT button on the remote control repeatedly to cycle through the available inputs. The input changes as follows: TV → BLUETOOTH → USB. The indicator for the selected device will light up on the soundbar. You can also press the (input select) button on the soundbar itself.

The available inputs are:

• TV input: For a TV connected to the TV IN (OPTICAL) jack or the HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack. The HDMI input has priority if both are connected.

• BLUETOOTH input: For a Bluetooth device that supports A2DP.

• USB input: For a USB device connected to the (USB) port.

Step 2. Adjust the volume.

Press the +/- buttons on the remote control to adjust the volume.

To play music files stored on a connected USB device, follow these steps:

1. Connect the USB device to the (USB) port on the rear of the soundbar.

2. Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the USB input. The USB indicator lights up, and if connected via HDMI, the USB content list appears on the TV screen.

3. Press the ⬆/⬇ buttons to select the content you want to play, then press ENTER.

4. To change the play mode, press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly. The USB indicator will flash twice each time. The modes are:

• 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.

5. Adjust the volume by pressing the +/- buttons.

You can use the ►II (play/pause), K◄ (previous), and ►►I (next) buttons to control playback.

You can enjoy pre-programmed sound effects on your SONY HT-SF150 tailored to different sound sources. Press the AUTO SOUND, CINEMA, MUSIC, or STANDARD button on the remote to select the desired sound mode. When a sound mode is selected, the TV indicator flashes once.

• AUTO SOUND: Enjoy sound with the Sony-recommended sound mode, which is automatically optimized according to playback content and function.

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

• MUSIC: Sound effects are optimized for listening to music.

• STANDARD: Sound effects are optimized for the individual source.

The NIGHT mode on the SONY HT-SF150 allows you to compress sound to hear it clearly at low volume with minimum loss of fidelity and dialogue clarity. This is useful for watching content late at night.

To turn the NIGHT mode on or off, press the NIGHT button on the remote control.

• Night mode on: The TV indicator flashes twice.

• Night mode off: The TV indicator flashes once.

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

To make dialogues clearer on your SONY HT-SF150, you can use the VOICE mode.

To turn the VOICE mode on or off, press the VOICE button on the remote control.

• Voice mode on: The TV indicator flashes twice.

• Voice mode off: The TV indicator flashes once.

This function, which works only when playing a Dolby Digital signal, compresses the dynamic range of the audio signal. This makes sound with low volume easier to hear.

To set the Dolby DRC function on or off, press and hold the AUDIO button on the remote for 5 seconds.

• Dolby DRC on: The USB indicator flashes twice.

• Dolby DRC off: The USB indicator flashes once.

Note: To receive a Dolby Digital signal, you must connect your TV or other device via the TV IN (OPTICAL) jack or the HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack.

When the SONY HT-SF150 receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal, you can choose the audio channel you want to listen to.

Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to cycle through the available channels. The channel changes as follows: Main → Sub → Main/Sub.

• Main: Outputs only the main channel. The TV indicator flashes once.

• Sub: Outputs only the sub channel. The USB indicator flashes once.

• Main/Sub: Main sound is output from the left speaker and sub sound is output from the right speaker. The TV and USB indicators flash once.

To listen to music from a mobile device such as a smartphone via Bluetooth, you first need to pair the device with your SONY HT-SF150.

1. Press and hold the BLUETOOTH button on the Bar Speaker for 5 seconds. The system enters pairing mode, and the BLUETOOTH indicator flashes quickly.

2. On your mobile device, turn on the Bluetooth function and search for available devices. Select “HT-S100F” or “HT-SF150” from the list.

3. If a Passkey is requested, enter “0000”.

4. Make sure that the BLUETOOTH indicator on the Bar Speaker lights up in solid blue. This confirms that a connection has been established.

5. Start audio playback with the music app on your connected mobile device. Sound will be output from the Bar Speaker.

6. Adjust the volume using the +/- buttons on the remote control. You can also use the play/pause and previous/next buttons on the remote to control playback.

You can pair up to 8 Bluetooth devices.

To connect to a device that has been previously paired with your SONY HT-SF150:

1. Turn on the Bluetooth function of your mobile device.

2. Press the INPUT button on the remote repeatedly to select the BLUETOOTH input, or press the BLUETOOTH button on the Bar Speaker shortly.

3. The BLUETOOTH indicator on the soundbar will flash, and the system will automatically reconnect to the last connected Bluetooth device.

4. Make sure the BLUETOOTH indicator lights up in solid blue, confirming the connection.

5. Start audio playback from your mobile device. Adjust the volume using the remote control.

When the Bluetooth standby mode is on, you can turn on your SONY HT-SF150 automatically by starting a Bluetooth connection from a paired device, even when the soundbar is in standby mode.

To set the function on or off, press and hold the NIGHT button on the remote for 5 seconds.

• BLUETOOTH standby mode on: The USB indicator flashes twice.

• BLUETOOTH standby mode off: The USB indicator flashes once.

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

You can turn the Bluetooth function completely off. When it is off, the BLUETOOTH input is skipped when you press the INPUT button.

To turn the function on or off, press and hold the (power), (input select), and – (volume) buttons on the Bar Speaker for 10 seconds.

• BLUETOOTH function on: The USB indicator flashes twice.

• BLUETOOTH function off: The USB indicator flashes once.

The Control for HDMI function on the SONY HT-SF150 allows for linked operations with a compatible TV or Blu-ray Disc player connected via an HDMI cable. This uses the CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) standard.

To turn this function on or off, press and hold the VOICE button on the remote for 5 seconds.

• Control for HDMI function on: The USB indicator flashes twice.

• Control for HDMI function off: The USB indicator flashes once.

You must also enable the Control for HDMI (or CEC) settings on your TV and any other connected device.

Available functions include:

• System Power Off Function: When you turn off the TV, the soundbar will turn off automatically.

• System Audio Control Function: If you turn on the soundbar while watching TV, the TV sound will be output from the soundbar’s speakers. You can adjust the soundbar’s volume using the TV remote control.

• Audio Return Channel (ARC): If the soundbar is connected to a TV’s HDMI IN jack that is compatible with ARC, you can listen to TV sound from the soundbar’s speakers without connecting a separate optical digital cable.

• One-Touch Play Function: When you play content on a device (like a Blu-ray player) connected to the TV, the soundbar and TV turn on automatically, the input switches to TV, and sound is output from the soundbar.

You can save power on your SONY HT-SF150 using the following settings:

Turn the System Off by Detecting the Using State (Auto standby)

When auto standby is on, the system enters standby mode automatically if you do not operate it for about 20 minutes and it is not receiving an input signal. To set this function, press and hold the CINEMA button for 5 seconds.

• Auto standby on: The USB indicator flashes twice. (Default for U.K./Ireland models)

• Auto standby off: The USB indicator flashes once. (Default for Australia/New Zealand models)

Saving Power in Standby Mode

To save power consumption during standby mode, set the BLUETOOTH standby mode and the Control for HDMI function to off. The default settings for these functions are on.

If your SONY HT-SF150 does not power up, check the following:

• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely to the soundbar and the wall outlet.

• Disconnect the AC power cord from the wall outlet, wait for several minutes, and then reconnect it.

If your SONY HT-SF150 turns off by itself, the auto standby function is likely working. This function automatically puts the system into standby mode after about 20 minutes of inactivity. To disable this, press and hold the CINEMA button for 5 seconds to set the auto standby function to off.

If you are not getting TV sound from your SONY HT-SF150, please try the following troubleshooting steps:

• Check the type and connection of the HDMI or optical digital cable connected between the system and the TV.

• Disconnect the cables between the TV and the system, then reconnect them firmly. Also, disconnect the AC power cords of both the TV and the system from the wall outlets and reconnect them.

• If connected with an HDMI cable, ensure the TV’s HDMI jack is labeled “ARC” and the Control for HDMI function is set to on for both the TV and the soundbar.

• If your TV is not compatible with ARC, connect the optical digital cable (supplied).

• Press the INPUT button repeatedly to select the TV input.

• Increase the volume on the TV or cancel muting.

• Depending on the order you turn on the devices, the system may be muted. Turn on the TV first, then the soundbar.

• Set the speakers setting of your TV (e.g., BRAVIA) to “Audio System”.

• The system supports Dolby Digital and PCM audio formats. If you are playing an unsupported format, set the digital audio out setting of your TV (e.g., BRAVIA) to “PCM.”

When you are watching movies, you may hear the sound with a slight delay from the image. This is a common characteristic of the technology and not a malfunction.

If you’re having trouble establishing a Bluetooth connection with your SONY HT-SF150, try these steps:

• Make sure the BLUETOOTH indicator on the Bar Speaker is lit or flashing.

• Ensure the Bluetooth device you want to connect is turned on and its Bluetooth function is enabled.

• Bring the Bluetooth device closer to the soundbar.

• Try pairing the devices again. You may need to cancel the existing pairing on your Bluetooth device first.

• If the Bluetooth function on the soundbar is turned off, turn it on again.

If Bluetooth pairing fails with your SONY HT-SF150, consider the following:

• Bring the Bluetooth device closer to the system.

• Ensure the system is not receiving interference from a wireless LAN device, other 2.4 GHz wireless devices, or a microwave oven. If such a device is nearby, move it away from the soundbar.

• Pairing may not be possible if other Bluetooth devices are present around the system. In this case, turn off the other Bluetooth devices.

If you have a successful Bluetooth connection but no sound is coming from the SONY HT-SF150, check these points:

• Make sure the BLUETOOTH indicator on the Bar Speaker is lit (not flashing).

• Move the Bluetooth device closer to the soundbar.

• Remove any obstacles between the soundbar and the Bluetooth device.

• Move away any devices that generate electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN device, other Bluetooth devices, or a microwave oven.

• If you have a USB 3.0 device connected, move it and its cable away from the soundbar.

• Reposition the connected Bluetooth device.

• Try switching the wireless LAN frequency of any nearby router or PC to the 5 GHz range.

• Increase the volume on the connected Bluetooth device.

If the remote control for your SONY HT-SF150 is not functioning, try the following:

• Point the remote control at the remote control sensor on the front of the Bar Speaker.

• Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote control and the system.

• Replace both batteries in the remote control with new ones if they are weak.

• Make sure you are pressing the correct button on the remote control.

If all indicators on the Bar Speaker flash, the sound is muted, and buttons (other than power) do not work, the protection feature has been activated. Press the (power) button to turn the system off, disconnect the AC power cord, and check the following:

• Make sure the ventilation openings of the Bar Speaker are not covered. Uncover them if necessary and turn the system on after a while.

• If a USB device is connected, remove it and turn the system on. If the system operates properly, the current of the connected USB device may be over the maximum output of 500 mA, or the USB device may have an abnormality.

If your SONY HT-SF150 is not operating properly, you can reset it to its initial factory settings. A reset may also be needed to cancel demo mode.

1. Press and hold the (power), + (volume), and (input select) buttons on the Bar Speaker for more than 5 seconds.

2. All indicators on the Bar Speaker will flash 3 times, and the settings will return to their initial status.

3. Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead).

4. Reconnect the AC power cord, then press the (power) button to turn on the system.

The SONY HT-SF150 can play the following file types from a connected USB device:

Notes:

• Some files may not play depending on the file format, encoding, or recording condition.

• The system does not play coded files such as DRM and Lossless.

• The system can recognize up to 200 folders and up to 150 tracks in one folder.

The audio formats supported by the HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) and TV IN (OPTICAL) inputs on the SONY HT-SF150 are:

• Dolby Digital

• Linear PCM 2ch