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Hooking up the system

1

 

Connecting the AC power adaptor to the 

speaker. (See fig. 

B

)

Note

Use only the supplied AC power adaptor.

To avoid possible speaker damage, do not use any 

other AC power adaptor.

Notes

•  Plug the AC power adaptor into a nearby AC output. 

In the case of a problem, unplug from the AC outlet 

immediately.

•  Do not place the AC power adaptor on a bookshelf or 

in a confined place such as a cabinet.

•  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 

a vase, etc., on the AC power adaptor.

2

 

Connect the left speaker to the source 

device. (See fig. 

C

)

When the system is connected to the monaural 

jack of the source device

The sound may not come through the right speaker.

To connect to a stereo phone-type

headphones jack

Use the optional plug adaptor* PC-234S or optional 

connecting cord RK-G138.

* The above optional accessories are not provided in 

some areas.

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.

1

 

Press the 

 (power) button (

 on).

The Power indicator lights up.

2

 

Start playing on the source device.

3

 

Adjust the volume.

Set the volume of the source device to a moderate 

level, and turn the VOLUME control on this system.

4

 

Press the 

 (power) button (

 off) after 

use.

The Power indicator turns off.

To use the headphones/earphones

Connect them to the 

i

 (headphones) jack.

Notes

•  If connecting the speaker to a device with a built-in 

radio or tuner, radio broadcasting cannot be received 

or sensitivity may be reduced significantly.

•  If the source device has a bass boost function or 

equalizer function, set them to off. If these functions 

are on, sound may be distorted.

•  If the source device’s headphone output has a line 

switch, better sound will be heard if it is set to on. See 

the operating instructions of the source device.

•  If both the connected device to the INPUT 1 and the 

one connected to the INPUT 2 are played at the same 

time, both sounds can be heard.

Troubleshooting

Should you have a problem with your speaker system, 

check the following list and take the suggested measures. 

If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

No sound

•  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 to the extent that sound is not distorted. For 

details on volume adjustment, refer to the operating 

instructions supplied with the device.

•  Make sure all the connections have been correctly 

made.

•  Check if headphones are connected. If they are, 

disconnect them.

 

Low sound level

•  Turn up the volume of the source device as high as 

possible to the extent that sound is not distorted. For 

details on volume adjustment, refer to the operating 

instructions supplied with the device.

•  Turn up the volume of the system.

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.

•  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 speaker output.

•  Make sure all the connections have been correctly 

made.

•  Make sure none of the audio devices are positioned 

too close to the TV set.

The brightness of the POWER indicator is 

unstable. 

•  The brightness of the POWER indicator may become 

unstable when the volume is turned up. This is not 

malfunction.

 English

Before operating the system, please read this manual 

thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

WARNING 

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.

Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation 

opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, 

curtains, etc.

Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted 

candles on the apparatus.

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.

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.

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and 

headphones can cause hearing loss.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications 

not expressly approved in this manual could void your 

authority to operate this equipment.

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.

Where purchased

Operating voltage

All countries/regions 100 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

•  Use only the supplied AC power adaptor.

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.

On placement

•  Do not set the system in an inclined position.

•  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.

On cleaning

Do not use alcohol, benzine, or thinner to clean the 

cabinet.

If the TV picture or monitor display is 

magnetically distorted

Although this system is magnetically shielded, there 

may be cases that the picture on some TV sets/personal 

computer sets may become magnetically distorted. In 

such a case, turn off the power of the TV set/personal 

computer set once, and after 15 to 30 minutes turn 

it on again. For the personal computer set, take the 

appropriate measures such as data storage before turning 

it off. 

When there seems to be no improvement, locate the 

system further away from the TV set/personal computer 

set. Furthermore, be sure not to place objects in which 

magnets are attached or used near the TV set/personal 

computer set, such as audio racks, TV stands, toys etc. 

These may cause magnetic distortion to the picture due 

to their interaction with the system.

Others

•  If you have any questions or problems concerning 

this system that are not covered in this manual, please 

consult your nearest Sony dealer.

•  Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony 

dealer.

Identifying parts

 (See fig. 

A

)

 

R OUT jack

 

DC IN 5.2V jack

 

INPUT2 jack

 

INPUT1

  Connecting cord with stereo-mini plug

 

Power indicator

 

 (power) button

 

 (headphones) jack

 

VOLUME control

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.

Specifications

Speaker section

Speaker system 

38 mm Full range, magnetically 

shielded

Enclosure type 

Bass reflex

Impedance 

Rated input power 

2.5W

Maximum input power  5W

Amplifier section

Rated output 

2.5 W + 2.5 W 

(10 % T.H.D., 1 kHz, 4 

)

Input 

Connecting cord with

 

stereo mini plug 

(1 m, 39 

3

/

8

 in) × 1

Input impedance 

12 k

 (at 1kHz)

Output 

Stereo mini jack × 1 (PHONES)

General

Power 

DC 5.2 V 

(supplied AC power adaptor)

Dimensions (w/h/d) 

Approx. 58 × 170 × 90 mm 

(2 

3

/

8

 × 6 

3

/

4

 × 3 

5

/

8

 in.)

Mass 

Approx. 350g (12 oz.)  

(Left speaker)

 

Approx. 300g (11 oz.)  

(Right speaker)

Supplied accessories

AC power adaptor (1)

Operating Instructions (1)

Optional accessories

Connecting cord RK-G136, RK-G138

Plug adaptor PC-234S
The above optional accessories are not provided in some 

areas.

Design and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

Polarity of the plug

A

C

to INPUT2 jack

RK-G136 connecting 

cord (optional)

Right speaker (rear)

Left speaker (rear)

to R OUT jack

to LINE OUT or to 

headphones jack 

(stereo mini jack)

B

Left speaker (rear)

to wall outlet

to DC IN 5.2 V jack

AC power adaptor (supplied)

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Left speaker (front) Right speaker (front)

Rear

PC, etc.

Portable audio device, etc.

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