Sony BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9 Wireless Speakers - Black

Yes, the BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9 speakers are designed to be used as rear surround speakers in conjunction with a compatible Sony soundbar or AV receiver that supports 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology. They do not function as standalone speakers.

While the speakers offer Bluetooth connectivity, their full immersive audio capabilities, such as 360 Spatial Sound Mapping, are optimized for and best experienced with compatible Sony BRAVIA TVs and soundbars. Performance may be limited with other brands.

The up-firing speakers direct sound upwards towards your ceiling. The sound then reflects off the ceiling and walls, creating a sense of audio coming from above you, enhancing the immersive, 3D sound experience without needing in-ceiling speakers.

360 Spatial Sound Mapping is Sony's proprietary technology that creates multiple phantom speakers around your listening area, using strategically placed speakers (including the up-firing ones) to generate a wider, more enveloping soundstage that draws you deeper into the audio.

The speakers are powered by AC power. They come with included AC cables. The power consumption is typically 22W with a standby consumption of 1.8W.

The Sony BRAVIA Theatre Rear 9 speakers come with a 1-year warranty period.

Yes, wall mountable capability is supported, and mounting brackets with adjustable angles are included in the package to help you aim the sound precisely.

Ensure both the speakers and your connected BRAVIA TV/soundbar are powered on and within wireless range. Try restarting both devices and re-initiating the pairing process via the BRAVIA Connect app. Check your Wi-Fi network for stability.

Verify that the rear speakers are enabled in your BRAVIA TV or soundbar's audio settings. Check that the volume level is appropriately set and that the speakers are not muted. Ensure they are correctly paired and recognized by the system.

Confirm that 360 Spatial Sound Mapping is enabled in your audio settings. Ensure the speakers are positioned according to the setup guide and that the up-firing drivers are not obstructed. Experiment with the included angled wall mount brackets to find the optimal angle for your room.

Make sure the speakers are in pairing mode and that Bluetooth is enabled on your source device. Move the devices closer together and ensure there are no significant obstructions or sources of interference (like microwaves) between them.