Sony Ht Sf360 Operating Instructions

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Additional Information
HDMI
The volume turns down when the 
output method changes from the TV 
speaker to the speakers connected to 
the receiver.
• The Volume Limit function is working. 
For details, see “Using the Volume Limit 
function” (page 51).
The source sound input to the HDMI 
jack on the receiver is not output from 
the receiver or the TV speaker.
• Check the setting of CONTROL FOR 
HDMI in the SET HDMI menu (page 39).
• Check the HDMI connection (page 22).
• You cannot listen to the Super Audio CD 
by connecting HDMI.
• Depending on the playback component, 
you may need to set up the component. 
Refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with each component.
The source image input to the HDMI 
jack on the receiver is not output from 
the TV.
• Check the HDMI connection (page 22).
• Depending on the playback component, 
you may need to set up the component. 
Refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with each component.
The control for HDMI function does not 
work.
• Check the HDMI connection (page 22).
• Make sure “CONTROL FOR HDMI” is 
set to “CTRL ON” in SET HDMI menu. 
• Make sure the connected component is 
compatible with the Control for HDMI 
function.
• Check the Control for HDMI settings on 
the connected component. Refer to the 
operating instructions of the connected 
component.
• Repeat the procedures of “Preparing for 
the “BRAVIA” Link” if you change the 
HDMI connection, connect/disconnect the 
AC power cord, or there is a power failure 
(page 48).
No sound is output from the receiver 
and TV speaker while using the System 
Audio Control function.
• Make sure the TV is compatible with the 
System Audio Control function.
• If you cannot listen to the sound of a 
component connected to the receiver
– Select the appropriate input when you 
want to watch a program on a 
component connected via HDMI 
connection to the receiver.
– Change the TV channel when you want 
to watch a TV broadcast.
– Select the component or input you want 
to watch when you watch a program on 
the component connected to the TV. 
Refer to the operating instructions of the 
TV on this operation.
When the receiver is in standby mode, 
there is no image or sound on the TV.
• When the receiver is in standby mode, 
image and sound are output from the 
HDMI component selected the last time 
you turned off the receiver. If you are 
enjoying other component, play the 
component and perform the One-Touch 
Play operation, or turn on the system to 
select the HDMI component you want to 
enjoy.
• Make sure “P.SAVE” is set to “SAVE 
OFF” in the SET HDMI menu if you 
connect component not compatible with 
the “BRAVIA” Link to the receiver (page 
53).
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Tuner
The FM reception is poor.
• Use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) 
to connect the receiver to an outdoor FM 
antenna as shown below. If you connect 
the receiver to an outdoor antenna, ground 
it against lightning. To prevent a gas 
explosion, do not connect the ground wire 
to a gas pipe.
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
• Check that the antennas are connected 
securely. Adjust the antennas and connect 
an external antenna, if necessary.
• The signal strength of the stations is too 
weak (when tuning in with automatic 
tuning). Change to monaural reception 
(page 45).
• No stations have been preset or the preset 
stations have been cleared (when tuning 
by scanning preset stations). Preset the 
stations (page 45).
Remote control
The remote does not function.
• For receiver operation, you can only use 
the DISPLAY button when the TUNER 
input is selected.
• Point the remote at the remote sensor on 
the receiver.
• Remove any obstacles in the path between 
the remote and the receiver.
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with 
new ones, if they are weak.
• Make sure you select the correct input on 
the remote.
Others
The ACTIVE STANDBY lamp is 
flashing.
• The receiver is in protection mode. Turn 
off the receiver and turn it on again.
Error messages
If an error message appears while you perform 
Auto Calibration, see “When error codes 
appear” (page 29) to solve the problem.
If you are unable to remedy the 
problem using the 
troubleshooting guide
Clearing the receiver’s memory may remedy 
the problem (page 25). However, note that all 
memorized settings will be reset to their 
factory settings and you will have to readjust 
all settings on the receiver.
AM
ANTENNAReceiver
To groundGround wire 
(not supplied)  Outdoor FM antenna 
 
						

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Additional Information
If the problem persist
Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if 
service personnel changes some parts during 
repair, these parts may be retained.
Reference sections for clearing 
the receiver’s memory
Warranty and after-sales 
service
• This product comes with a warranty card. Please 
receive it from your dealer at the point of purchase.
• Please keep the warranty card in a safe place after 
filling in all needed information and confirming 
relevant details.
• The warranty period is one year from date of 
purchase.
If there seems to be a problem, 
first check the unit
Refer to the “Troubleshooting” section in 
these operating instructions and check whether 
or not there is a malfunction.
If the unit is still not working 
properly
Contact the dealer where you purchased the 
unit or your nearest Sony sales representative 
listed in the attached “Customer inquiry card”.
For replacement parts
The replacement parts for this product may be 
reused. The replacement parts are collected by 
Sony.
Repairing during the warranty 
period
Repairing during the warranty period will be 
based on the description of the warranty. 
Please see the warranty card.
Repair after the warranty period
Repairs will be provided upon request with a 
service charge if the function of the unit can be 
maintained.
To clear See
All memorized settings page 25
Warranty
After-sales service
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About the parts holding period
Sony retains performance parts for repair 
(parts needed to maintain the proper 
functionality of the product) of its home 
theatre systems for 8 years after manufacture 
has been discontinued. Repairs can be 
provided during this parts holding period. 
Even after the holding period has elapsed, 
there may be cases where repairs can still be 
provided, depending on the part that needs 
repair. Please contact the dealer where you 
purchased the unit or your nearest Sony sales 
representative for more information.
When making inquiries, please provide the 
following information:
• Model Number: HT-SF360 
• Description of problem: Please provide as many 
details as possible
• Model and manufacturer of televisions and other 
devices that are connected to this product: 
• Date of Purchase: 
• Dealer:
Specifications
Amplifier sectionPower Output
Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W 
(3 Ω, JEITA**)
Surround mode (reference)*
RMS Output 
(3 Ω, JEITA**) 
FRONT: 143 W/ch
CENTER: 143 W
SUR: 143 W/ch 
(1.5 Ω, JEITA**)
SUBWOOFER: 265 W
* JEITA (Electronics and Information Technology 
Industries Association) standards are measured 
by.
** JEITA (Electronics and Information Technology 
Industries Association)
Reference power output for front, center, 
surround speakers and subwoofer. Depending on 
the sound field settings and the source, there may 
be no sound output.
Inputs 
Analog Sensitivity: 1 V/50 kohms
Digital (Coaxial) Impedance: 75 ohms
Tone
Gain levels ±10 dB, 0.5 dB step
Reproduction frequency range:
28 – 20,000 Hz
FM tuner sectionTuning range 76.0 – 90.0 MHz
Antenna FM wire antenna
Antenna terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
Intermediate frequency
10.7 MHz
 
						

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Additional Information
AM tuner sectionTuning range 531 – 1,602 kHz (9 kHz 
interval)
Antenna Loop antenna
Intermediate frequency 
450 kHz
GeneralPower requirements 100 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power output (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)
DC OUT: 5 V, 700 mA MAX
Power consumption Shown by Electrical 
Appliance and Material 
Safety Law 150 W
Power consumption (during standby mode)
0.3 W (When Control for 
HDMI is off)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
430 × 66.5 × 333 mm 
including projecting parts 
and controls
Mass (Approx.) 3.4 kg
Speaker section
 Front speaker (SS-MSP36F)
 Surround speaker (SS-SRP36F)
 Center speaker (SS-CNP36)
Front/Surround speaker 
Full range
Center speaker Full range, Magnetically 
shielded
Speaker unit
Front/Surround speaker 
65 mm, cone type 
Center speaker 30 × 60 mm, cone type
Enclosure type
Front/Surround speaker
Bass reflex
Center speaker Acoustic suspension
Rated Impedance 3 ohms
Dimension (w/h/d) (Approx.)
Front speaker 113 × 830 × 83 mm 
(without stand) 
315 × 1,015 – 1,345 ×  
315 mm (with stand)Surround speaker 108 × 540 × 78 mm 
(without stand) 
290 × 1,045 – 1,235 ×  
290 mm (with stand)
Center speaker 380 × 50 × 64 mm  
(with foot)
Mass (Approx.)
Front speaker 1.6 kg (without stand) 
3.3 kg (with stand)
Surround speaker 1.1 kg (without stand) 
2.6 kg (with stand)
Center speaker 0.38 kg
 Subwoofer (SS-WP36)
Speaker unit  160 mm, cone type
Enclosure type  Bass reflex
Rated Impedance 1.5 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)
220 × 395 × 325 mm (with 
foot)
Mass (Approx.) 5.6 kg
Supplied speakersFront speaker (2)
Center speaker (1)
Surround speaker (2)
Subwoofer (1)
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Supplied accessoriesOperating Instructions (this manual)
Quick Setup Guide (1)
Speaker Stand Installation Guide (1)
Warranty card (1)
Customer inquiry card (1)
Customer registration card (1)
FM wire antenna (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
Remote commander
• RM-AAU068 (1)
AA-size batteries (2)
Optimizer microphone (ECM-AC2) (1)
Speaker cords (5)
Foot pads
• Speakers (4)
•Subwoofer (4)
Screws (small) (12)
Screws (large) (8)
Post cover (4)
This receiver is “JIS C61000-3-2-fit”.
Design and specifications are subject to 
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Additional Information
Index
A
AUTO CALIBRATION  26
B
Blu-ray disc player
connecting  22
playback  35
C
CD player
connecting  21
playback  35
Control for HDMI
connecting  22
preparing  48
D
Digital Cinema Sound 
(DCS)  58
DIMMER  55
DISPLAY  55
Dolby Digital  58
DTS  58
DVD player
connecting  24
playback  35
DVD recorder
connecting  24
playback  35
E
Error messages  62
F
FM MODE  45
H
HDMI
connecting  22
Control for HDMI  39
I
IN MODE  56
Initial setup  25
M
Menu
A.CAL  39
CUSTOM  42
LEVEL  41
SET HDMI  39
SP SETUP  40
TONE  41
Muting  33
O
One-Touch Play  50
P
Power Save  53
R
Remote commander  13
S
Satellite tuner/Set-top box
connecting  22
enjoying  34
Selecting
component  33
Sleep Timer  56
SND.FLD  39
Speakers
connecting  19
Super Audio CD player
connecting  21
playback  35
System Audio Control  50
System Power Off  52
T
Tuner
connecting  25
Tuning
automatically  44
to preset stations  46
TV
connecting  20
enjoying  34
V
VCR
connecting  24
playback  35
Volume Limit  51
 
						

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