POWER OFF
OFF
-
+/–
–
-
* SS-CS3 SS-CS5
4
-
SS-CS5
SS-CS3
3 WAY4
130 mm MRC
2
25 mm
1
19 mm
1
6
145 W
88 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
45 50,000 Hz
230 x 922 x 260 mm
11.5 Kg 1
1
1
1
4
SS-CS5
3WAY3
130 mm MRC
1
25 mm
1
19 mm
1
6
100 W
87 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
53 50,000 Hz
178 x 335 x 220 mm
4.5 Kg 1
1
1
1
8
SS-CS8
2WAY3
100 mm MRC
2
25 mm
1
6
145 W
86 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
55 25,000 Hz
430 x 146 x 220 mm
5 Kg 1
1
1
1
4
1
8
SS-CS3/SS-CS5/SS-CS8
English
WARNING
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear
of the unit. Record these numbers in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
Precautions
On safety
Should any liquid or solid object fall into the system,
unplug the system’s power cord and have the
system checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
On operation
Do not drive the speaker system with a continuous
wattage exceeding the maximum input power of the
system.
If the polarity of the speaker connections are not
correct, the bass tones will be weak and the position
of the various instruments obscure.
Contact between bare speaker wires at the speaker
terminals may result in a short-circuit.
Before connecting, turn off the amplifier to avoid
damaging the speaker system.
The volume level should not be turned up to the
point of distortion.
On placement
Do not install the speakers in an inclined position.
Do not place the speakers in locations that are:
Extremely hot or cold
Dusty or dirty
Very humid
Subject to vibrations
Subject to direct sunlight
Near magnetic cards (credit cards, commuter
passes, etc.)
Magnetic cards may fail due to the magnets in the
speaker units.
Near televisions
The speakers are not magnetically shielded.
Therefore, if you use the speakers near CRT-based
televisions, color shading occurs on the television
screen.
Use caution when placing the speaker on a specially
treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) surfaces, as
staining or discoloration may result.
On cleaning
Clean the speaker cabinets with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution or water. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
speaker system, please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Connecting the speakers to an
amplifier
Connect the speakers to the speaker output terminals
of an amplifier using the speaker cords (not supplied).
Make sure power to all components (included the
subwoofer) is turned off before starting the hook up.
When connecting, tighten the speaker terminals by
turning them in the direction of the arrows in the
illustration -.
Notes
Make sure the plus (+) and the minus (–) terminals
on the speakers are matched to the corresponding
plus (+) and minus (–) terminals on the amplifier.
Be sure to tighten the screws of the speaker
terminals securely as loose screws may become a
source of noise.
Make sure all connections are firm. Contact between
bare speaker wires at the speaker terminals may
cause a short-circuit.
For details on speaker connection of the amplifier,
refer to the operating instructions supplied with your
amplifier.
Tip
Black striped wires are minus (–) in polarity, and should
be connected to the minus (–) speaker terminals.
Positioning the speakers
Install the speakers as shown in illustration -.
* SS-CS3 (Floor standing speaker) and SS-CS5
(Bookshelf speaker) can be used as either a front or a
surround speaker.
Tip
Attach the foot pads (supplied) to the bottom corners
of the speakers (see fig. -. SS-CS5 is used for
illustration purposes), and make sure the speakers are
installed completely level.
Troubleshooting
Should you encounter a problem with your speaker,
check the following list and take the indicated
measures. If the problem persists, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
There is no sound from the speaker.
Make sure the connections have been correctly
made.
Make sure the volume on the amplifier has been
turned up properly.
Make sure the program source selector on the
amplifier is set to the proper source.
Make sure the headphones are not connected.
There is hum or noise in the speaker output.
Make sure the connections have been correctly
made.
Make sure none of the audio components are
positioned too close to the TV set.
The sound has suddenly stopped.
Make sure the connections have been correctly
made. Contact between bare speaker wires at the
speaker terminals may cause a short-circuit.
Specifications
SS-CS3 (Floor standing speaker)
Speaker system 3-way 4-driver speaker
system, Bass reflex
Speaker units Woofer: 130 mm (5 1/4 in.),
cone type (2)
Tweeter: 25 mm (1 in.), soft
dome type (1)
Super tweeter: 19 mm (3/4
in.), soft dome type (1)
Rated impedance 6 Ω
Maximum input power 145 W
Sensitivity level 88 dB (2.83V, 1 m)
Frequency range 45 Hz - 50,000 Hz
Dimensions (width/height/depth)
Approx. 230 × 922 × 260 mm
(9 1/8 in. × 36 3/8 in. × 10 1/4
in.), including front grille
Mass Approx. 11.5 kg (25 lb. 5 oz.),
including front grille
Supplied accessory Foot pads (4)
SS-CS5 (Bookshelf speaker)
Speaker system 3-way 3-driver speaker
system, Bass reflex
Speaker units Woofer: 130 mm (5 1/4 in.),
cone type (1)
Tweeter: 25 mm (1 in.), soft
dome type (1)
Super tweeter: 19 mm (3/4
in.), soft dome type (1)
Rated impedance 6 Ω
Maximum input power 100 W
Sensitivity level 87 dB (2.83V, 1 m)
Frequency range 53 Hz - 50,000 Hz
Dimensions (width/height/depth)
Approx. 178 × 335 × 220 mm
(7 1/8 in. × 13 1/4 in. × 8 3/4
in.), including front grille
Mass Approx. 4.5 kg (9 lb. 14 oz.),
including front grille
Supplied accessory Foot pads (8)
SS-CS8 (Center speaker)
Speaker system 2-way 3-driver speaker
system, Bass reflex
Speaker units Woofer: 100 mm (4 in.), cone
type (2)
Tweeter: 25 mm (1 in.), soft
dome type (1)
Rated impedance 6 Ω
Maximum input power 145 W
Sensitivity level 86 dB (2.83 V, 1 m)
Frequency range 55 Hz - 25,000 Hz
Dimensions (width/height/depth)
Approx. 430 × 146 × 220 mm
(17 in. × 5 3/4 in. × 8 3/4 in.),
including front grille
Mass Approx. 5.0 kg (11 lb.),
including front grille
Supplied accessory Foot pads (4)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
*
SS-CS3/SS-CS5
(Left)
SS-CS3/SS-CS5
(Right)
SS-CS8
(Center)
*
*Surround (Right)*Surround (Left)
Subwoofer
SS-CS3 SS-CS5 SS-CS8
SS-CS3
SS-CS8
(Right)
SS-CS5
(Right)
SS-CS3
(Left)
SS-CS5
(Left)
(Center)
Amplifier
Subwoofer
Surround (Left)
The speaker cords are not supplied.
Surround (Right)
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SS-CS3/SS-CS5/SS-CS8
Speaker System
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