Sony SA-CT380 User Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Sony Corporation
Published by Sony Techno Create Corporation
HT-CT380/CT381
SA-CT380/CT381
SPECIFICATIONS
HT-CT380/CT381
SOUND BAR
SA-CT380/CT381
ACTIVE SPEAKER SYSTEM
9-896-145-02
2015D33-1
©
2015.04
US Model
Canadian Model
E Model
Australian Model
PX Model
HT-CT380/SA-CT380
AEP Model
UK Model
HT-CT380/CT381/SA-CT380/CT381
Ver. 1.1 2015.04
• All of the units included in the HT-
CT380/CT381 (SA-CT380/CT381,
SA-WCT380/WCT381, Remote con-
trol) are required to confi rming opera-
tion of SA-CT380/CT381. Check in
advance that you have all of the units.
COMPONENT MODEL NAME
HT-CT380 HT-CT381
Bar Speaker (Active Speaker System) SA-CT380 SA-CT381
Subwoofer (Active Subwoofer) SA-WCT380 SA-WCT381
Amplifier section
U.S. models:
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
(FTC)
Front L + Front R:
With 4 ohms loads, both channels
driven, from 200 Hz - 20,000 Hz; rated
35 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: 100 Watts (per
channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Other models:
POWER OUTPUT (rated)
Front L + Front R:
50 W + 50 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1%
THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Front L/Front R: 100 Watts (per
channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Inputs
HDMI IN* 1/2/3
ANALOG IN
DIGITAL IN (TV)
Outputs
HDMI OUT (ARC)
HDMI Section
Connector
Type A (19pin)
BLUETOOTH section
Communication system
BLUETOOTH Specification version 3.0
Output
BLUETOOTH Specification Power Class
2
Maximum communication range
Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)
1)
Maximum number of devices to be
registered
9 devices
Frequency band
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz -
2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method
FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum)
Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles
2)
A2DP 1.2 (Advanced Audio Distribution
Profile)
AVRCP 1.3 (Audio Video Remote
Control Profile)
Supported Codecs
3)
SBC
4)
, AAC
5)
Transmission range (A2DP)
20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz)
1)
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,
operating system, software application,
etc.
2)
BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate
the purpose of BLUETOOTH
communication between devices.
3)
Codec: Audio signal compression and
conversion format
4)
Subband Codec
5)
Advanced Audio Coding
Front L/Front R speaker section
Speaker system
Full range speaker system,
Acoustic suspension
Speaker
General
Power requirements
120 V AC, 60 Hz (US and Canadian models)
110 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz (PX model)
220 V - 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz (Other models)
Power consumption
Dimensions (approx.) (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
2.4 kg (5 lb 4
5
/
8
oz)
Supplied accessories
Remote control (1)
R03 (size AAA) batteries (2)
Optical digital cable (1)
Wall mounting brackets (2) and screws (2)
Speaker pads for the subwoofer (4)
Startup Guide (1)
Operating Instructions (1)
Speaker system
Wireless Sound Specification version
2.0
Frequency band
2.4 GHz (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method
Pi / 4 DQPSK
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
Wireless transmitter section
* The 1, 2, and 3 jacks are
identical. Using any of them makes no
difference.
900 mm × 51 mm × 117 mm (35
1
/
2
in ×
2
1
/
8
in × 4
5
/
8
in) (without wall
mounting brackets)
900 mm × 120 mm × 72 mm (35
1
/
2
in ×
4
3
/
4
in × 2
7
/
8
in) (with wall mounting
brackets)
60 mm (2
3
/
8
in) cone type
On: 37 W
Standby: 0.3 W or less
(at the Power saving mode)
Standby: 0.5 W or less
(When [S. THRU] is [ON]: 6 W or less)
• Please refer to service manual separately issued for Subwoofer.
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 affected unit was found during
service, contact your Service Headquarters.
Photo: SA-CT380

Sony SA-CT380 Specifications

General

Type	Soundbar
Channels	2.1
Total Power Output	300 W
Subwoofer	Wireless
Bluetooth	Yes
HDMI Inputs	1
HDMI Output(s)	1
Audio Formats Supported	Dolby Digital, DTS
NFC	Yes
USB	Yes

Summary

Specifications

Amplifier Section Specifications

Details amplifier power output and distortion specs.

Bluetooth Section Specifications

Specs for Bluetooth communication system, version, range, and codecs.

Wireless Transmitter Specifications

Specs for wireless sound specification, frequency band, and modulation.

Speaker Section Specifications

Details speaker system, cone type, and dimensions.

General Specifications

Power requirements, consumption, dimensions, and mass.

Supplied Accessories

List of accessories included with the system.

Copyrights and Trademarks

Dolby and DTS Copyrights

Information on Dolby Digital and DTS Digital Surround system patents and trademarks.

Bluetooth and HDMI Trademarks

Details on Bluetooth word mark and HDMI technology trademarks.

Other Trademarks

Mentions trademarks for NFC, Android, Google Play, Apple, and App Store.

Safety Checks

Leakage Test Procedure

Procedure for performing AC leakage tests on metal parts for safety.

Servicing Notes

Unleaded Solder Handling

Characteristics and handling of unleaded solder used in manufacturing.

Capacitor Electrical Discharge

Safety procedure for discharging capacitors before servicing.

Model Identification Methods

How to identify different models based on labels and codes.

Disassembly Procedures

Overall Disassembly Flow

Overall sequence of disassembly steps.

Cabinet Top Block Removal

Detailed steps for removing the top cabinet block.

Power Board Removal

Guide for removing and installing the power board.

Main Board Removal

Detailed steps for removing and installing the main board.

Test Modes

Cold Reset Procedure

Procedure to initialize backup information.

Panel Test Mode Operation

Checks lighting, LEDs, buttons, and display elements.

Model, Destination, and Version Display

Displays model name, destination, and firmware versions.

Tone Test Mode

Checks test tone output from each speaker.

Wireless Sound Modes

Subwoofer version display and cold reset.

Troubleshooting Guide

PRTECT Display Error

Troubleshooting steps for 'PRTECT' display.

No Sound Output Diagnosis

Diagnostic steps for no sound output.

Power On Failure Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting guide for the unit not powering on.

HDMI Output Failure Diagnosis

Steps to diagnose HDMI output issues.

Diagrams and Schematics

Block Diagrams Overview

Block diagrams for HDMI, MAIN, AMP, and Panel/Power Supply sections.

Printed Wiring Board Layouts

Component layout for MAIN board (sides A and B).

Main Section Schematic Diagrams

Detailed schematics for MAIN board sections.

Exploded Views

Overall Section Exploded View

Exploded view showing the overall assembly and major parts.

Top Cabinet Section Exploded View

Exploded view of the top cabinet parts.

Bottom Cabinet Section Exploded View

Exploded view of the bottom cabinet parts.

Main Board Section Exploded View

Exploded view showing the main board mounting.

Electrical Parts List

Display Board Parts List

List of electrical parts for the display board.

Main Board Parts List

List of electrical parts for the main board.