SONY SA-WRT3 Home Theatre System Instruction Manual

: June 1, 2024
: Sony

Table of Contents

SONY SA-WRT3 Home Theatre System
Product Usage Instructions
Frequently Asked Questions
COMPONENT MODEL NAME
Amplifi er section
EXPLODED VIEWS
OVERALL SECTION
MAIN BOARD SECTION
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SONY SA-WRT3 Home Theatre System

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Specifications

Power Output and Total Harmonic Distortion: Front L + Front R: 35 W + 35 W (at 2.5 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD)
Power Output: Front L/Front R/Surround L/Surround R: 65 W (per channel at 2.5 ohms, 1 kHz)
Center: 170 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Subwoofer: 170 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Inputs: USB, ANALOG IN, TV IN (OPTICAL)
Output: HDMI OUT (ARC)
Speaker System: Subwoofer system, Bass reflex Speaker
Speaker Size: 160 mm (6 3/8 in) cone type
Power Requirements: On: 85 W, Standby: 0.5 W or less (Power saving mode)
Standby: 2.8 W or less (When CTRL in HDMI and BTSTB in BT are set to ON)
Supplied Accessories: Remote control, R03 (size AAA) batteries, High Speed HDMI cable, Optical digital cable, AC plug adaptor

Product Usage Instructions

Setting up the Home Theatre System

Follow these steps to set up your HT-RT3 Home Theatre System:

Unbox all components carefully.
Connect the speakers to the corresponding ports on the main unit.
Connect the subwoofer to the power source and place it in an appropriate location for optimal sound.
Connect your TV to the HDMI OUT (ARC) port for audio output.
Power on the system and follow the on-screen instructions for initial setup.

Operating the System

To operate the HT-RT3 Home Theatre System:

Use the remote control to adjust volume, select input sources, and control playback.
Explore different sound settings and adjust them according to your preferences.
Ensure proper ventilation around the system to prevent overheating.
Refer to the user manual for advanced settings and troubleshooting tips.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I pair my Bluetooth device with the HT-RT3 system?

A: To pair a Bluetooth device, follow these steps:

Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your device.
Press the Bluetooth pairing button on the HT-RT3 system.
Select “Sony HT-RT3” from the list of available devices on your phone or tablet.
Once connected, you can stream audio wirelessly to the system.

Q: What should I do if I encounter sound issues with the system?

A: If you experience sound problems, try the following troubleshooting steps:

Check all cable connections to ensure they are secure.
Adjust the volume levels on both the system and your TV.
Verify that the correct input source is selected on the HT-RT3.
If issues persist, consult the user manual for additional solutions or contact customer support.\

SERVICE MANUAL
Ver. 1.7 2021.01

All the units included in the HT-RT3 (SA-WRT3, SS-RT3/SRT3, remote control) are required to conﬁ rm the operation of SA-WRT3. Check in advance that you have all the units.
Note:
Be sure to keep your PC used for service and checking of this unit always updated with the latest version of your anti-virus software.
In case a virus aﬀ ected unit was found during service, contact your Service Headquarters.

COMPONENT MODEL NAME

| HT-RT3
---|---
Bar Speaker (Speaker System)| SS-RT3
Surround Speaker (Speaker System)| SS-SRT3
Subwoofer (Active Subwoofer)| SA-WRT3

The service manual for SS-RT3/SRT3 has been issued separately.
Please refer to the service manual for information.

Amplifi er section

US models:
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(FTC)
- Front L + Front R:
- With 2.5 ohms loads, both channels
- driven, from 200 Hz – 20,000 Hz;
- rated 30 watts per channel minimum
- RMS power, with no more than
- 1% total harmonic distortion from
- 250 milliwatts to rated output.
POWER OUTPUT (reference):
Front L/Front R/Surround L/
- Surround R:
  65 W (per channel at 2.5 ohms, 1 kHz)
- Center:
  170 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
- Subwoofer:
  170 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Except US models:
POWER OUTPUT (rated)
Front L + Front R:
35 W + 35 W (at 2.5 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Front L/Front R/Surround L/
- Surround R:
  65 W (per channel at 2.5 ohms, 1 kHz)
- Center:
  170 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
- Subwoofer:
  170 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Inputs
USB
ANALOG IN TV IN (OPTICAL)
Output
HDMI OUT (ARC)
HDMI section Connector
Type A (19pin)
USB section
(USB) port Type A
BLUETOOTH section
- Communication system
  BLUETOOTH Specifi cation version 4.2
- Output
  BLUETOOTH Specifi cation
  Power Class 1
- Maximum communication range
  Line of sight approx. 25 m (82 ft)1)
- Frequency band
  2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)
- Modulation method
  FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum)
- Compatible BLUETOOTH profi les2)
  A2DP 1.2 (Advanced Audio Distribution Profi le) AVRCP 1.6 (Audio Video Remote Control Profi le)
- Supported Codecs3)
  SBC4), AAC5)
Transmission range (A2DP)
20 Hz – 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz)
- The actual range will vary depending on factors such as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, cordless phone, reception sensitivity, antenna’s performance, operating system, software application, etc.
- BLUETOOTH standard profi less indicate the purpose of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.
- Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion format
- Subband Codec
- Advanced Audio Coding
  Speaker section
Speaker system
Subwoofer system, Bass refl ex
Speaker
160 mm (6 3/8 in) cone type
General
Power requirements
LA9 models only:
110 V – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
US, CND models only:
120 VAC, 60 Hz
EA models only:
127 V – 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Except LA9, US, CND, EA
models:
220 V – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption
(US, CND, AUS, EA, SP, AR, E12, LA9/
Former type: AEP, UK)
- On: 85 W
  Standby: 0.5 W or less (Power saving mode)
  (When “CTRL” in “HDMI>” and
  “BTSTB” in “BT >” are set to “OFF”)
- Standby: 2.8 W or less6)
  (When “CTRL” in “HDMI>”
  or “BTSTB” in “BT >” is set to “ON”)
- (New type: AEP, UK)
  On: 85 W
  Standby mode: 2.0 W or less (When “CTRL” in “HDMI>” or “BTSTB” in “BT >” is set to “ON”)6)
  Power saving mode: 0.5 W or less (When “CTRL” in “HDMI>” and “BTSTB” in “BT >” are set to “OFF”)6)
  Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.) 190 mm × 392 mm × 315 mm (7 1/2 in × 15 1/2 in × 12 1/2 in)
  Mass (approx.) 7.8 kg (17 Ib 4 oz)
The system will automatically enter
Power saving mode when there is no HDMI connection and no BLUETOOTH pairing history, regardless of the settings you have made for “CTRL” in “HDMI>” and “BTSTB” in “BT >”.
Supplied accessories
Remote control (1) R03 (size AAA) batteries (2) High Speed HDMI cable (1) (E12, LA9, AR, AUS, SP, EA) Optical digital cable (1) (US, CND, AEP, UK) AC plug adaptor (1) (LA9)
Design and specifi cations are subject to change without notice.

(AEP, UK only)
Note: The specifi cation of AEP and UK has been changed in the midway of production. Refer to “CHANGE OF MAIN BOARD AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL” on page 5 for “Former type” and “New type”.

EXPLODED VIEWS

Note:

-XX and -X mean standardized parts, so they may have some diff erence from the original one.
Items marked “*” are not stocked since they are seldom required for routine service. Some delay should be anticipated when ordering these items.
The mechanical parts with no reference number in the exploded views are not supplied.
Color Indication of Appearance Parts Example: KNOB, BALANCE Parts Color (WHITE) . . . Cabinet’s Color (RED)

Abbreviation

AR : Argentina model
AUS : Australian model
CND : Canadian model
E12 : 220-240 V AC area in E model
EA : Saudi Arabia model
LA9 : Latin-American model
SP : Singapore model

The components identiﬁ ed by mark 0 or dotted line with mark 0 are critical for safety.
Replace only with part number speciﬁed.
The components identiﬁ ed by mark 9 contain conﬁ dential information.
Strictly follow the instructions whenever the components are repaired and/or replaced.