Sony 3-877-030-12-1, RHT-G500 User Manual
Theatre Stand
System
3-877-030-12(1)
Operating Instructions
RHT-G500
©2008 Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as
a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the
like.
Disposal of Old Electrical
& Electronic Equipment
(Applicable in the
European Union and
other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or
on its packaging indicates that
this product shall not be treated as household
waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring
this product is disposed of correctly, you will
help prevent potential negative consequences for
the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
product shall not be treated as household waste.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of
correctly, you will help prevent potentially
negative consequences for the environment and
human health which could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste handling of the battery.
The recycling of the materials will help to
conserve natural resources. In case of products
that for safety, performance or data integrity
reasons require a permanent connection with an
incorporated battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staff only. To
ensure that the battery will be treated properly,
hand over the product at end-of-life to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. For all other
batteries, please view the section on how to
remove the battery from the product safely. Hand
the battery over to the applicable collection point
for the recycling of waste batteries. For more
detailed information about recycling of this
product or battery, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the
product.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation,
1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The
Authorized Representa tive for EMC and product safety
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61,
70327 Stuttgart, Germany. F or any service or guarantee
matters please refer to the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.
Disposal of waste
batteries (applicable in
the European Union and
other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging
indicates that the battery provided with this
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Table of Contents
WARNING ..............................................4
CAUTION................................................5
Precautions...............................................6
Main features ...........................................7
Getting Started
Supplied accessories ................................8
Setting this stand......................................9
Connecting components with HDMI
jacks .................................................10
Connecting components without HDMI
jacks .................................................12
Setting up the sound output of the
connected component ......................13
Connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter .............................................14
Playback Options
Index to parts and controls.....................15
Enjoying TV...........................................18
Enjoying other components ...................19
Surround Function
Enjoying the surround effect..................20
“BRAVIA” Sync Features
What is “BRAVIA” Sync?.....................21
Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync........21
Enjoying Blu-ray Disc/DVD..................24
(One-Touch Play)
Enjoying the TV sound from the
speakers ...........................................24
(System Audio Control)
Turning off the TV, system and connected
components......................................26
(System Power Off)
Advanced Settings
Setting up the speakers level..................27
Settings and adjustments using the
amplifier menu.................................28
Additional Information
Troubleshooting .................................... 33
Specifications........................................ 35
Glossary................................................. 37
Index...................................................... 39
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WARNING
Do not lean on or hang from the
TV when the TV is placed on the
stand.
The TV may fall from the
stand causing an accident
resulting in serious injury or
death.
Do not move the stand with the
TV or other equipment installed
on it.
Be sure to remove
the TV and other
equipment when
moving the stand. If
you fail to do so, the
stand may lose
balance and topple
over resulting in serious injury.
Do not allow the AC power cord
(mains lead) or the connecting
cable to be pinched between the
TV and the stand.
• The AC power cord (mains lead)
or the connecting cable may be
damaged resulting in fire or
electric shock.
• When moving the stand, be
careful not to trap the AC power
cord (mains lead) or the
connecting cable under the stand.
Do not allow children to climb on
the stand or crawl between the
shelves.
If children climb on
the stand or get
between the shelves,
serious injury or death
can result if the stand
breaks or topples over.
Do not hold the base when
moving the stand.
When you move
the stand, hold
the lower pa rt of
the top shelf. If
you hold the
base as in the
illusration, there
is a risk that the
plinth section
may detach and the stand may fall.
Top shelf
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CAUTION
Do not place any heated objects
such as a hot pan or a kettle on
the stand.
It may cause damage to the
stand.
Do not step on the stand.
You may fall, or
break the stand and
cause injury.
This stand is only for the
specified TV.
Confirm whether this stand is mentioned as a
supported product in the operating instructions
of the TV.
Note on load capacity
Notes on installation
• Be careful not to pinch your hand or fingers between
the TV and the stand.
• To prevent the stand from distorting, observe the
following:
– Install the stand on a solid and flat surface.
– If you install the stand on a soft surface such as a
mat, first lay a board under the stand.
– Do not install the stand in a place subject to direct
sunlight or near a heater.
– Do not install the stand in a hot or humid place, or
outdoors.
• Moving the stand requires two people or more. Move
the stand only after removing the TV. If you fail to do
so, the TV may fall from the stand resulting in serious
injury. Do not hold the grille as it may detac h from the
stand resulting in serious injury. Be careful not to
pinch your fingers when moving the stand.
Do not place any equipment exceeding the
specified maximum weight on the stand, as
indicated in the illustration below. Otherwise, it
may fall or break.
50 kg
10 kg
25 kg
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Precautions
On safety
• Do not place unspecified objects, such as a flower
vase or pottery on the stand.
• Do not make alterations to the stand.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the stand,
unplug the stand and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
On power sources
• Before operating the stand, check that the operating
voltage is identical to your local power supply. The
operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the
rear of the stand.
• The stand is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet (mains), even if the stand itself has been turned
off.
• If you are not going to use the stand for a long time,
be sure to disconnect the stand from the wall outlet
(mains). To disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
• One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the
purpose of safety and will fit into the wall outlet
(mains) only one way. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, contact your dealer.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at
the qualified service shop.
• Install this stand so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.
On placement
• Place the stand in a location with adequate ventilation
to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the
stand.
• Use caution when placing the stand on surfaces that
have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.)
as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.
• The floor may be damaged if sand, trash, etc., gets
caught under the legs of the stand.
On operation
Before connecting other compon ents, be sure to turn off
and unplug the stand.
On cleaning
Clean the stand, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any question or problem concerning your
stand, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Copyrights
This stand incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic
Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #'s:
5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;
6,487,535 & other U.S. and worldwide patents
issued & pending. DTS and DTS Digital Surround
are registered trademarks and the DTS logos and
Symbol are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2007
DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
This stand incorporates High-Definition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI™) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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Main features
B Easy connection with HDMI
b
The cords are all tangled up. Neat connections (page 10).
B Easy operation with only one TV remote (“BRAVIA” Sync)
b
Separate remotes for each component. Consolidate operations on one remote
(page 21).
B Easy Surround settings
b
I need lots of cords and speakers. Easy set-up with S-Force PRO Front
Surround.
About S-Force PRO Front Surround
Sony’s long-term involvement in surround
technology (and the vast amounts of acoustic data
accumulated as a result) has led to the
development of all-new processing method and
advanced DSP to handle this task effectively,
which we call S-Force PRO Front Surround.
Compared with previous front surround
technologies, S-Force PRO Front Surround
reproduces a more convincing sense of distance
and space, resulting in a true surround sound
experience without the need for rear speakers.
Recommended surround-sound area
You can enjoy surround sound in the areas in
which sound is spread as illustrated.
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Getting Started
Supplied accessories
Please check the following accessories in the
package.
Optical cable (1.5 m) (1)
Remote commander (RM-ANU041) (1)
Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Support belt and two screws (small/large)
(1)
Shelf board (1)
Shelf support pins (4)
Operating Instructions (1)
Inserting batteries into the
remote
You can control the stand using the supplied
remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by
matching the + and – ends on the batteries to the
markings inside the compartment.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid
place.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,
particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light from
the sun or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended
period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
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Setting this stand
4 While supporting the TV, tighten the
support belt to secure in place.
Getting Started
Preventing the TV from
toppling over
As a protective measure, secure the TV.
Perform following steps as a protective measure
if you have a Sony LCD TV.
(large)
Installing the shelf board
1 Insert the attaching shelf support pins
(supplied) into the holes in the stand.
2 Fit the shelf board onto the shelf
support pins horizontally. This requires
people.
Installing this stand
Install the stand after connecting all the
components to the stand.
Install the stand, allowing for at least 10 cm
space between the wall and the rear of the stand,
and 30 cm between the wall and the left side of
the stand. This is to allow for heat dissipation and
to prevent the TV from falling.
At
least
30 cm
Note
• Be careful not to pinch your fingers when setting up
the stand.
At least
10 cm
(small)
1 Place the TV on the center of the stand.
2 Fasten the support belt (supplied) to
the stand with the small screw
(supplied).
Tighten the screw into the rear hole, as in the
illustration.
3 Fit the support belt to the TV, then
firmly fasten with the large screw
(supplied) using a screw driver or coin,
etc.
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Connecting components with HDMI jacks
INPUTINPUT
HDMI
RL
OPT OPT OPT
COAX
DC 5V
0.7A MAX
DVD SAT DMPORTTV
BD IN DVD IN SAT IN TV OUT
We recommend that you connect components to
the system using an HDMI cable.
With HDMI, you can easily enjoy both high
quality sound and high quality images.
However, it is necessary to connect the audio
output of the TV to the audio input of the
system using an optical cable or an audio cord
TV monitor, projector, etc.
Audio signal
or
CBA
Audio/video signal
in order to listen to the TV’s sound from the
system.
For details on the Control for HDMI function,
refer to ““BRAVIA” Sync Features”
(page 21).
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) after
you have finished connecting all components to
the system.
AAA
Blu-ray Disc player (recorder), “PlayStation 3”
A HDMI cable (not supplied)
B Optical cable (supplied)
C Audio cord (not supplied)
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Audio/video
signal
Audio/video
signal
DVD player (recorder)
Satellite tuner
: Signal flow
Audio/video
signal
Notes
• Refer to page 12 for how to connect a component
without an HDMI jack.
• The HDMI jack has priority when you connect the
component to the system using HDMI, INPUT
COAX and INPUT OPT together.
• The INPUT OPT jack has priority when you connect
both the audio output of the TV to the INPUT OPT
and AUDIO jack of the system.
Notes on HDMI connections
• You can enjoy high quality images using an
HDMI cable with an HDMI logo. We
recommend that you use a Sony HDMI cable.
• Check the setup of the connected component if
an image is poor or the sound does not come
out of a component connected via the HDMI
cable.
• Audio signals (sampling frequency, bit length,
etc.) transmitted from an HDMI jack may be
suppressed by the connected component.
• Sound may be interrupted when the sampling
frequency or the number of channels of audio
output signals from the playback component is
switched.
• When the connected component is not
compatible with copyright protection
technology (HDCP), the image and/or the
sound from the HDMI TV OUT jack may be
distorted or may not be output.
In this case, check the specification of the
connected component.
• We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI
conversion cable.
• No matter what input is selected for the system,
video signals from the HDMI input jack (BD,
DVD, SAT) that was selected last time are
output from the HDMI TV OUT jack.
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Connecting components without HDMI jacks
INPUTINPUT
HDMI
RL
OPT OPT OPT
COAX
DC 5V
0.7A MAX
DVD SAT DMPORTTV
BD IN DVD IN SAT IN TV OUT
When you connect a DVD player (recorder),
satellite tuner, “PlayStation 2”, etc., that has no
HDMI jacks, connect to the system using the
INPUT OPT or INPUT COAX jack.
If the satellite tuner does not have the OPTICAL
OUT jack, connect the system using the INPUT
TV monitor, projector, etc.
Audio signal
or
CB
COAX jack. In this case, it is not necessary to
connect all the cables. Connect the audio cords
according to the jacks of your components.
Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) last.
* “PlayStation 2” is a trademark of Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc.
Video signal
Video signal
A
Audio signal Video signal
DVD player (recorder), “PlayStation 2”, etc.
A Optical cable (not supplied)
B Optical cable (supplied)
C Audio cord (not supplied)
D Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)
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A
or
Audio signal
Satellite tuner
: Signal flow
D
Video signal
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