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Rear Speaker

Operating Instructions

SA-RS3S

5-011-527-

(2)

About compatible
models for the rear
speaker

The SA-RS3S rear speaker works only with the
specified model. For information about compatible
models, visit Sony's website.
In these Operating Instructions, the operations are
described for speakers used with the compatible
model HT-A7000.

Parts and Controls

Front





Power indicator

– Flashes slowly (green): The rear speaker is not

connected to a compatible model.

– Lights up (green): The rear speaker is connected

to a compatible model.

– Flashes twice repeatedly (green): The rear

speaker is attempting to connect to a compatible
model.

– Flashes/lights up (amber): The software is

updating.

– Lights up (red): The rear speaker is in standby

mode.

– Turns off: The rear speaker is turned off.

Note

The brightness of the power indicator syncs with the
DIMMER settings of a compatible model.

Rear













Wall mount hole





(power) button



LINK button



Mounting hole for the general speaker stand



AC inlet

Installation

Installing on the Floor

The following illustration is the installation example
to use the speakers with the compatible model
HT-A7000 and an optional subwoofer.

REAR R

SA-RS3S

REAR L

Check the right and left rear speakers using the
label on the bottom of them.

“REAR R” is for the right, “REAR L” is for the left.

Install the speakers behind your listening
position.

The following installations are recommended to
enjoy the surround sound effectively.

– Align the height position of the speaker with

your ear.

– Turn the speakers to your listening position.

Note

Lay the bottom (the face on which there is a label)
down to install the speaker. Installations other than
above are not supported.

Tip

To obtain a good surround sound, set the speaker
distance from your listening position by using the
setup menu of a compatible model.
For details, refer to the Operating Instructions
supplied with a compatible model.

Mounting on the Wall

The following illustration is the installation example
to use the speakers with the compatible model
HT-A7000 and an optional subwoofer.

REAR R

SA-RS3S

REAR L

Note

• Have the installation done by a Sony dealer or

licensed contractor and pay special attention to
safety during the installation.

• Sony shall not be held responsible for accidents or

damage caused by improper installation,
insufficient wall strength, improper screw
installation or natural disaster, etc.

Prepare a screw (not supplied) that is suitable
for the wall mount hole on the rear of the
speakers.

4 mm

More than 30 mm

Hole on the rear of the rear speaker

5.0 mm

10 mm

Decide the wall mounting position of the
speaker and fasten the screw there.

Approx.
13.5 mm

Hang the wall mount hole on the screw.

Check the label on the bottom of the speakers.
“REAR R” is for the right, “REAR L” is for the left.

Note

Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for
the wall material and strength. As a plasterboard wall
is especially fragile, attach the screws securely in the
wall beam. Mount the speakers onto a reinforced
wall making sure that the heights of the right and left
speakers are equal.

Connection

Tip

You can connect the optional subwoofer with a
compatible model in the following way when
installing it too.

Turn on a compatible model.

Connect the AC power cords (mains leads)
(supplied) to the rear speakers, and then
connect the cords to the AC outlets (mains).

Make sure that the power indicators on the
speakers light in green.

When the power indicators light in green, the
connection between the speakers and a
compatible model is established.
If the connection is not established, connect the
speakers to a compatible model manually. For
details, see “If the Connection is not Established
Automatically”.

If the Connection is not Established
Automatically

If you cannot connect the speakers to a compatible
model automatically or you use multiple compatible
models and want to specify the compatible model
for connecting the speakers, perform the manual
connection.
The following operation is described for speakers
used with the compatible model HT-A7000. Use the
remote control supplied with the compatible model
HT-A7000 when performing this operation.
If you use other compatible models, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with them.

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

Select

[Setup] - [Advanced Settings] on the

home menu.

Select [Speaker Settings] - [Wireless Speaker
Settings] - [Start manual linking].

The [Start manual linking] screen appears on the
TV screen.

Press LINK on the speaker.

The power indicator of the speaker that had LINK
pressed flashes twice repeatedly in green.

Select [Start].

The manual link starts.
The connecting process appears on the TV screen.
To cancel the manual link, select [Cancel].

When [Rear Speaker (R)] and [Rear Speaker (L)]
display [Connected], select [Finish].

Press .

The link is established and the power indicator of
the speakers lights in green.

Note

• If you perform [Start manual linking], [Link mode]

of [Wireless Speaker Settings] is set to [Manual]
automatically.

• Only the speakers for which [Connected] has been

displayed in Step 6 connect to a compatible model.
If the connection of the speakers cannot be
established, perform the manual connection again.

If Wireless Transmission is Unstable

If you use multiple wireless systems, such as a
wireless LAN, the wireless signals may become
unstable. In this case, the transmission may be
improved by changing the following setting.
The following operation is described for speakers
used with the compatible model HT-A7000. Use the
remote control supplied with the compatible model
HT-A7000 when performing this operation.
If you use other compatible models, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with them.

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

Select

[Setup] - [Advanced Settings] on the

home menu.

Select [Speaker Settings] - [Wireless
Speaker Settings] - [RF Channel].

Select the setting you want.

• [On] (default setting): Normally select this. The

system automatically selects the better channel
for transmission. Stronger mode for wireless
interference.

• [Off]: The system selects a channel from the

limited frequency band to prevent external
wireless interference. If sound dropping occurs
while [On] is selected, it may be improved by
selecting [Off].

Note

• If you change the [RF Channel] setting from [Off] to

[On], it may take 1 minute to reconnect.

• A compatible model may not meet this setting

depending on countries/regions where you
purchase it.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties
while using the rear speakers, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem
before requesting repairs. Should any problem
persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Be sure to bring all of your rear speakers, a
compatible model and optional subwoofer (not
supplied) even if it seems as though only one has a
problem, when you request to repair.
The following solutions are described for speakers
used with the compatible model HT-A7000.
If you use other compatible models, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with them.

No sound is heard from the rear speakers.

Make sure the AC power cord (mains lead) of the
rear speaker is connected properly.

If the power indicator on the rear speaker does not
light, try the following.

– Make sure the AC power cord (mains lead) of the

rear speaker is connected properly.

– Press



(power) of the rear speaker to turn on

the power.

If the power indicator on the rear speaker flashes
slowly in green or lights in red, try the following.

– Move the rear speaker to a location near a

compatible model so that the power indicator on
the rear speaker lights in green.

– Follow the steps in “If the Connection is not

Established Automatically.”

– Check the wireless connection status. For details,

refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with
a compatible model.

If the power indicator on the rear speaker flashes
in red, press



(power) of the rear speaker to turn

off the power and check whether the ventilation
holes of the rear speaker is blocked or not.

Press REAR



+ on the remote control of a

compatible model to increase the volume of the
rear speakers.

If you change the [RF Channel] setting of a
compatible model from [Off] to [On], it may take 1
minute for the sound to be output.

If the power indicator flashes in red, disconnect
the AC power cord (mains lead) of the rear speaker
from the AC outlet (mains) and reconnect it again.

Sound skips or has noise.

If there is a device nearby that generates
electromagnetic waves, such as a wireless LAN or
a microwave oven in use, locate the rear speakers
and a compatible model apart from that device.

If there is an obstacle between a compatible
model and the rear speakers, move or remove the
obstacle.

Locate a compatible model and the rear speakers
as close as possible.

Switch the network connection of the TV or Blu-ray
Disc player from wireless to wired.

Specifications

POWER OUTPUT (rated)

30 W + 30 W (at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD)

POWER OUTPUT (reference)

50 W (per channel at 6 ohms, 1 kHz)

Speaker system

2-way 2 speaker system
Bass reflex

Speaker

Woofer: 46 mm × 54 mm cone type
Tweeter: 16 mm dome type

Power requirements

Models for Taiwan:
120 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz
Models for other countries/regions:
220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz

Power consumption

On: 11 W
Standby mode: 1 W or less
Turned off: 0.5 W or less

Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.)

100 mm × 187 mm × 100 mm (projecting parts not
included)

Mass (approx.)

1.1 kg

Wireless transmitter/receiver section

Communication system

Wireless Sound Specification Version 4.0

Frequency band

5 GHz

Modulation method

OFDM

Included items

Models for Taiwan:

•  Rear speaker R (1), Rear speaker L (1)
•  AC power cords (mains leads) (2)
•  Operating Instructions (1)

Models for other countries/regions:

•  Rear speaker R (1), Rear speaker L (1)
•  AC power cords (mains leads) (4)
•  Operating Instructions (1)

Important information
on software

This product contains software that is subject to the
GNU General Public License (“GPL”) or GNU Lesser
General Public License (“LGPL”). These establish that
customers have the right to acquire, modify, and
redistribute the source code of said software in
accordance with the terms of the GPL or the LGPL.

For the method to confirm the GPL, LGPL and other
software licenses contained in the rear speakers,
please refer to the Operating Instructions of a
compatible model.
When you use the compatible model HT-A7000,
please refer to [Software License Information] under

[Setup] - [Advanced Settings] - [System Settings]

on the home menu.

You may find a copy of the relevant source code as
required under the GPLv2 (and other licenses) at
https://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux

You may obtain the source code as required by the
GPLv2 on a physical medium from us for a period of
three years after our last shipment of this product by
applying through the form at
https://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux
This offer is valid to anyone in receipt of this
information.

Please note that Sony cannot answer or respond to
any inquiries regarding the content of this source
code.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their
respective owners.

WARNING

Do not install the speakers in a confined space, such
as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation
opening of the speakers with newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the speakers to naked flame sources
(for example, lighted candles).

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose these speakers to dripping or splashing, and
do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
on the speakers.

The speakers are not disconnected from the mains as
long as they are connected to the AC outlets, even if
the speakers themselves have been turned off.

As the main plug is used to disconnect the speakers
from the mains, connect the speakers to an easily
accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the speakers, disconnect the main
plug from the AC outlet immediately.

Do not place this product close to medical
devices

This product (including accessories) has magnet(s)
which may interfere with pacemakers, programmable
shunt valves for hydrocephalus treatment, or other
medical devices. Do not place this product close to
persons who use such medical devices. Consult your
doctor before using this product if you use any such
medical device.

Indoor use only.

For the speakers

The nameplates are located on the bottom of the
speakers.

The operations near the radar system shall not be
influenced.
The directed antenna with high gain must apply to
the fixed point-to-point system only.

Precautions

On safety

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the rear speaker,

unplug the system and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.

• Do not climb on the rear speaker, as you may fall down and

injure yourself, or the rear speaker damage may result.

On power sources

• Before operating the rear speaker, check that the operating

voltage is identical to your local power supply. The
operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the
bottom of the rear speaker.

• If you are not going to use the rear speaker for a long time,

be sure to disconnect the rear speaker from the wall outlet
(mains). To disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead),
grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the

purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet (mains)
only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, contact your dealer.

• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at a

qualified service shop.

On heat buildup

• Although the rear speaker heats up during operation, this

is not a malfunction. If you continuously use this rear
speaker at high volume, the rear speaker temperature at
the rear and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning
yourself, do not touch the rear speaker.

On placement

• Do not place the rear speaker near heat sources or in a

place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or
mechanical shock.

• Do not place metal objects other than a TV around the rear

speaker. Wireless functions may be unstable.

• If the rear speaker is being used in combination with a TV,

VCR, or tape deck, noise may result and picture quality may
suffer. In such a case, place the rear speaker away from the
TV, VCR, or tape deck.

• Use caution when placing the rear speaker on a surface

that has been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.),
as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.

• The speakers of this rear speaker are not of magnetically

shielded type. Do not place magnetic cards on the rear
speaker or near it.

If you encounter color irregularity on a
nearby TV screen