Sony Speaker System SRS A3 User Manual

4-198-854-51(1)  
English  
Power Sources  
Specifications  
Speaker section  
Before operating the system, please  
read this manual thoroughly and retain  
it for future reference.  
(See fig. )  
Speaker system  
Connect the AC power adaptor  
to the DC IN 5.2V jack.  
46 mm (1 13  
/
16 in) Full range,  
magnetically shielded  
Enclosure type  
Bass reflex  
WARNING  
Notes on the AC power adaptor  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric  
shock, do not expose this  
apparatus to rain or moisture.  
To reduce the risk of electrical shock,  
do not open the cabinet.  
Use only the supplied AC power  
adaptor. To avoid damaging the  
system do not use any other AC  
power adaptor.  
Impedance  
3.2 Ω  
Amplifier section  
Refer servicing to qualified personnel  
only.  
Reference output power  
Polarity of the plug  
2.5 W + 2.5 W (10 % T.H.D.,  
Active Speaker System  
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover  
the ventilation opening of the  
apparatus with newspapers,  
1 kHz, 3.2 Ω)  
Plug the AC power adaptor into a  
nearby AC output. In the case of a  
problem, unplug from the AC outlet  
immediately.  
Input  
Connecting cord with stereo  
mini plug (approx. 1 m,  
39 3/8 in) × 1  
tablecloths, curtains, etc.  
Do not place the naked flame sources  
such as lighted candles on the  
apparatus.  
Input impedance  
Do not place the AC power adaptor  
on a bookshelf or in a confined  
place, such as a cabinet.  
8 kΩ (at 1 kHz)  
Output Stereo mini jack × 1  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric  
shock, do not expose this apparatus to  
dripping or splashing, and do not place  
objects filled with liquids, such as  
vases, on the apparatus.  
(PHONES)  
Operating Instructions  
Mode d’emploi  
To avoid fire or electric shock do not  
use the AC power adaptor in a place  
subject to liquid or moisture.  
Furthermore, do not place liquid-  
filled vessels, such as vases, etc., on  
the AC power adaptor.  
General  
Power DC 5.2 V (supplied AC  
power adaptor)  
Manual de instrucciones  
Dimensions (w/h/d)  
Approx. 85 × 172 × 119 mm  
(3 3/8 × 6 7/8 × 4 3/4 in)  
Do not install the appliance in a  
confined space, such as a bookcase or  
built-in cabinet.  
As the main plug of AC power adaptor  
is used to disconnect the AC power  
adaptor from the mains, connect it to  
an easily accessible AC outlet.  
Should you notice an abnormality in it,  
disconnect it from the AC outlet  
immediately.  
The system is not disconnected from  
the mains as long as it is connected to  
the AC outlet, even if the system itself  
has been turned off.  
Mass  
Left speaker:  
Approx. 330 g (12 oz)  
Right speaker:  
Hooking up the  
system (See fig. )  
Connect the system to a source  
device.  
Approx. 310 g (11 oz)  
Supplied accessories  
AC power adaptor  
(AC-E5212) (1)  
Operating Instructions (1)  
When the system is connected  
to the monaural jack of a  
Design and specifications are subject  
to change without notice.  
source device  
Note  
The sound may not come through the  
right speaker.  
This equipment has been tested and  
found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part  
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference  
in a residential 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.  
– 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  
radio/TV technician for help.  
SRS-A3  
©2010 Sony Corporation Printed in China  
Notes  
If the PC volume adjustment (master  
volume, WAV volume, etc.) is low, sound  
may be insufficient. If so, turn up the  
sound of the PC. For details on volume  
adjustment on your PC, refer to its  
operating instructions.  
Make sure the connection of the stereo  
mini plug and the jack of the source device  
is made properly.  
If connecting the system via a device with  
a built-in radio or tuner, radio broadcasts  
or TV sound may not be received, or  
sensitivity may be reduced significantly.  
If you remove the input cable while the  
source device (PC, etc) is working, the  
equipment or your ears may be damaged  
by unexpected loud sound. Be sure to  
lower the volume of the source device (PC,  
etc) and turn off the system when  
removing the input cable from the source  
device.  
Left speaker (rear)  
Left speaker (front)  
Right speaker (front)  
Listening to the  
sound  
First, turn down the volume on this  
system. When connecting the system  
to the headphones output, turn down  
the volume of the source device.  
CAUTION  
1
2
3
Set the POWER switch to ON.  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modifications not expressly approved  
in this manual could void your  
authority to operate this equipment.  
The POWER indicator lights up.  
Start playback of the source  
device.  
This Class B digital apparatus complies  
with Canadian ICES-003.  
Adjust the volume.  
Set the volume of the source device  
to a moderate level, and then turn  
up the VOLUME control on this  
system.  
Left speaker (rear)  
to wall outlet  
Precautions  
4
Set the POWER switch to OFF  
after use.  
The POWER indicator goes off.  
On safety  
The nameplate is located on the  
bottom exterior of the left speaker.  
To use the headphones/  
Before operating the system, be sure  
that the operating voltage of the  
system is identical to that of your  
local power supply.  
earphones  
Connect them to the jack.  
AC power adaptor (supplied)  
Note  
If the source device has a bass boost function  
or equalizer function, set to off. If these  
functions are on, sound may be distorted.  
Where purchased Operating voltage  
All countries/regions 100 V 240 V AC,  
to DC IN 5.2V jack  
50/60 Hz  
Use only the supplied AC power  
adaptor.  
Troubleshooting  
On operation  
Should any solid object or liquid fall  
into the system, have the system  
checked by qualified personnel  
before operating it any further.  
Although this system is magnetically  
shielded, do not leave recorded  
tapes, watches, personal credit cards,  
or floppy disks with magnetic  
coding in front of the system for an  
extended period of time.  
Should you experience any problems  
with your speaker system, check the  
following list and take the suggested  
measures. If the problem persists,  
consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
Left speaker (front)  
PC, etc.  
No sound  
to headphones jack  
(stereo mini jack)  
Check that both this system and the  
source device are turned on.  
Turn up the volume of the system.  
Turn up the volume of the source  
device as high as possible before the  
onset of distortion. For details on  
volume adjustment, refer to the  
operating instructions supplied with  
the device.  
On placement  
Do not set the system in an inclined  
position.  
Correct  
Do not leave the system in a location  
near heat sources, or in a place  
subject to direct sunlight, excessive  
dust, moisture, rain or mechanical  
shock.  
Make sure all connections have been  
correctly made.  
If the mute function of the volume  
adjustment of your PC is set, cancel  
it.  
Incorrect  
On cleaning  
Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner  
to clean the cabinet.  
Check if headphones are connected.  
If they are, disconnect them.  
Disconnect the connecting cord  
with stereo mini plug from the  
system and the PC or source device;  
then, firmly reconnect the  
connecting cord to the system and  
the headphone jack (stereo mini  
jack) of the PC or source device.  
If the TV picture or monitor  
display is magnetically  
distorted  
This warranty is valid only in the United States.  
Cette garantie ne s’applique qu’aux États-Unis.  
Esta garantía sólo es válida en Estados Unidos.  
Portable audio device, etc.  
Although this system is magnetically  
shielded, there may be cases that the  
picture on some TV sets/personal  
computers may become magnetically  
distorted. In such a case, turn off the  
power of the TV set/personal  
If connecting the system via a device with a built-in radio or tuner, radio broadcasts or  
TV sound may not be received, or sensitivity may be reduced significantly.  
Low sound level  
Turn up the volume of the source  
device as high as possible before the  
onset of distortion. For details on  
volume adjustment, refer to the  
operating instructions supplied with  
the device.  
computer once, and after 15 to 30  
minutes turn it on again. In the case of  
a personal computer, take appropriate  
measures such as data storage before  
turning off.  
If no improvement is apparent, locate  
the system farther away from the TV  
set/personal computer. Furthermore,  
be sure not to place objects in which  
magnets are attached or used, such as  
audio racks, TV stands, toys, etc., near  
the TV set/personal computer. These  
may cause magnetic distortion to the  
picture due to magnetic interaction.  
Turn up the volume of the system.  
Ensure that your PC sound balance  
is set to the center.  
Disconnect the connecting cord  
with stereo mini plug from the  
system and the PC or source device;  
then, firmly reconnect the  
connecting cord to the system and  
the headphone jack (stereo mini  
jack) of the PC or source device.  
If you have any questions or problems  
concerning this system that are not  
covered in this manual, please consult  
your nearest Sony dealer.  
Distorted sound  
Turn down the volume of the source  
device to the point where the sound  
is no longer distorted. For details on  
volume adjustment, refer to the  
operating instructions supplied with  
the device.  
Identifying parts  
(See fig. )  
Input (input) cable  
Connecting cord with stereo mini  
plug  
If the source device has a bass boost  
function, set it to off.  
Turn down the volume of the  
system.  
There is hum or noise in the  
system output.  
DC IN 5.2V jack  
Make sure all connections have been  
correctly made.  
Make sure no audio devices are  
positioned too close to the TV set.  
VOLUME (volume) control  
POWER (power) switch  
POWER (power) indicator  
  (headphones) jack  
The brightness of the POWER  
indicator is unstable.  
The brightness of the POWER  
indicator may become unstable when  
the volume is turned up.  
The sound comes through only  
one speaker.  
If connecting the system to the  
monaural jack of a source device, the  
sound may come through only one  
speaker.  
 

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