Sony DST-HD500 User Manual

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2-663-710-11(2)
High Definition
Digital Receiver
DST-HD500
Operating Guide
MENU
© 2005 Sony Corporation
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Safety Information
Please follow the precautions below to ensure the safety of your receiver is not compromised in any way.
Never push objects of any kind into the receiver as this could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the receiver. If any liquid or solid object does get into the receiver, switch off immediately and have it checked by qualified personnel.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the receiver to rain or moisture.
Never place the receiver in hot, humid or excessively dusty places. Do not install the receiver where it may be exposed to mechanical vibrations or electromagnetic radiation.
Do not place any objects on top of the receiver. To prevent fire, keep inflammable objects or naked flames (e.g. candles) away from the receiver.
Remember to dispose of batteries in an environmentally friendly manner. Do not dispose in domestic waste containers.
Clean the receiver with a soft, lightly dampened cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, alkaline cleaner, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

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Do not cover the ventilation openings of the receiver with newspapers or curtains etc. For ventilation, leave a space of at least 10cm all around the receiver.

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Safety Information
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Table of contents
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.
Before operating the receiver, please read this instruction manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Safety information- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2
Accessories supplied - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4
Overview of the remote control - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5
Overview of the receiver - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6
Getting started - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7
Connecting the receiver to a TV/display screen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7 Inserting batteries into the remote control - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11 Easy Setup procedure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11
Using the menu system- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12
General operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12 Program List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12 Favorite List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12 Install menu - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13 Setup menu - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15
Other Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
Teletext- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17 Picture In Picture (PIP)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17 Picture Freeze- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17 Audio Select - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17 i-Plate display - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17
Additional information- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18
Connecting a VCR/DVD recorder - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18 Connecting a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20 Using the remote control to operate other TVs - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21 Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22 Channels Available (as of July 2004) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23 Troubleshooting- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24 Index - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25
Should you experience a problem with this receiver, please refer to the troubleshooting section on page 24. If you are unable to rectify the problem, contact the Sony Australia Helpline on 1300 13 SONY (7669). Please ensure you have the following information before calling the helpline:
Date of purchase:
Serial number:
Model number: DST-HD500
Post code:
Detailed fault description:
Hardware version:
Software version:
Note:You can check the Hardware and Software versions by using the menu system of this receiver. Page 12
explains how to access the menu, page 15 explains how to access the ‘Setup’ menu and page 16 explains how to display the Hardware and Software versions. (Information option).
The serial number is located on the rear of the receiver.
Table of contents
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Accessories supplied
TV
/
231
564
8
7
9
0
OK
RETURN
LIST MENU
PROG
/
RF cable
Batteries
DIGITAL TERRESTRIAL RECEIVER
RM-X1022
Remote control
AC Cord

Y/Pb/Pr Cable

AV C a ble
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Accessories supplied
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Overview of the remote control
1 2 3
4
5 6
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8 9 0
qa
TV
/
231
564
8
7
LIST MENU
DIGITAL TERRESTRIAL RECEIVER
RM-X1022
9
0
OK
RETURN
PROG
/
qs qd qf qg
1 Mute button %
Press to mute the sound on your TV. Press again to restore.
Note:This button will only work once you have configured the remote control to operate your brand of TV (refer to page 21).
2 TV PROG +/- buttons
Press to select the next or previous channel.
qh
qj
Note:This button will only work once you have configured the remote control to operate your brand of TV (refer to page 21).
3 Video Input button t
qk
ql
Press to select signals from equipment connected to the TV set.
Note:This button will only work once you have configured the remote control to operate your brand of TV (refer to page 21) and may not be compatible with some Sony plasma displays.
4 Numbered Buttons
Press to enter a channel
w;
number, your password or a numeric entry in a menu.
Note:For channel numbers 10 and above, enter the remaining digits within 2 seconds.
5 Picture In Picture button
qa Volume +/- button 2
Press to increase/decrease the TV volume level.
Note:These buttons only work once you have configured the remote control to operate your brand of TV (refer to page 21).
qs Standby button l/1
Press to switch off your receiver temporarily. Press again to resume normal operation.
Note:
When the receiver is turned on, it takes a few seconds for the system to warm up. During this interval, HD500’ will be displayed in the front panel. Please wait until the image shows up on the screen.
DST-
qd TV standby button l/1
Press to switch off your TV temporarily. Press again to resume normal operation.
Note:This button will only work once you have configured the remote control to operate your brand of TV (refer to page 21).
qf Teletext button
Press to display teletext (refer to page 17).
qg Video Format button
Press to select the video format that best suits your display (refer to page 15).
qh Picture Freeze button
Press to display the ‘PIP Program’ menu (refer to page 17).
6 Favorite List button
Press to display the Favorite List (refer to page 12).
7 Audio button 9
Press to display the present audio status you are listening to, and press again to change to another audio output (refer to page 17).
8 LIST button
Press to display the Program List (refer to page 12).
9 RETURN button
Press this button to cancel a selection or to go back one step in a menu.
0 Coloured buttons
These buttons are used to select the coloured options available in some text displays.
Press to freeze the picture. Press again to cancel the freeze. (refer to page 17).
Note:
Sound will be muted when using the freeze function.
qj i-Plate display button
Press this button to display information about the current channel and program (refer to page 17).
qk Control pad
OK
Use the V, v, B, b and OK buttons to navigate through the menu system and store any changes you make.
ql MENU button
Press to enter the main menu.
w; PROG +/- button
Press to select the next or previous channel stored on your receiver.
Note:
Once you have used the Favorite List to select and view a channel, pressing PROG +/­buttons will select only channels from your Favorite List. To cancel this, select a different channel using the Program List.
Overview of the remote control
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Overview of the receiver

Front View

1 (Power)

indicator

Remote control
sensor
Channel
information

1 (Power) button

Note:When the receiver is turned on, it takes a few seconds for the system to warm up. During this interval,
DST-HD500’ will be displayed in the front
panel. Please wait until the image shows up on the screen.
Rear View
Composite
video output

Power

External AC IN

(100-240V, 50-60Hz)

RF input

V (PROG+), v (PROG-), B, b and OK buttons

Control pad

MENU

OK
MENU

button

HDMI output

HD/Component
output
Audio Digital
Coaxial output

RF output

RF IN
RF OUT
S-VIDEO
ANT.
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232

S-Video output

Y
CVBS
b
P
P
r
For connection to a
Audio Digital
Optical output

RS-232

PC (for software
DIGITAL ANALOG
LRL
COAX.
OPTICAL
AUDIO OUTPUT
Audio Analog
L/R output (x2)
R
upgrade)
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Overview of the receiver
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Connecting the receiver to a TV/display screen

Note:Before connecting, ensure all equipment is disconnected from the mains supply.
Connecting to an HD TV/display screen via HDMI

Rear of TV/display screen (with HDMI input)

RF cable (supplied)

RF IN
Getting Started

To m a i n s

AC Cord (supplied)

HDMI cable

RF IN
RF OUT
ANT.
Connect your aerial cable to the socket labelled RF IN on the
1
rear of the receiver.
Connect the supplied RF cable from the socket labelled RF
2
OUT on the rear of the receiver to the aerial socket on your
Y
CVBS
P
b
P
r
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232
DIGITAL ANALOG
LRL
COAX.
OPTICAL
AUDIO OUTPUT
R
TV/display screen.
Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the socket labelled
3
HDMI on the rear of the receiver to the HDMI input socket on
your TV/display screen. (When using an HDMI connection, it is not necessary to connect the AV cable.)
Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC IN socket on the
4
rear of the receiver to your mains socket (100 - 240V AC, 50/60Hz).
Getting Started
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Getting Started
Connecting to an HD TV/display screen via Component output
Rear of TV/display screen

RF cable (supplied)

To m ai n s
AC Cord (supplied)
RF IN
Y/Pb/Pr cable (supplied)
HD IN
Y
b
P
P
r
L
R
Video jack
(not required)
AV cable (supplied)
Video jack (not required)
RF IN
RF OUT
ANT.
Connect your aerial cable to the socket labelled RF IN on the
1
rear of the receiver.
Connect the supplied RF cable from the socket labelled RF
2
OUT on the rear of the receiver to the aerial socket on your
Y
CVBS
b
P
P
r
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232
DIGITAL ANALOG
LRL
COAX.
OPTICAL
AUDIO OUTPUT
R
TV/display screen.
Connect the supplied Y/Pb/Pr cable from the sockets labelled
3
Y, PB and PR on the rear of the receiver to the component input
sockets on your TV/display screen.
Connect the supplied AV cable from the sockets labelled L, and
4
R on the rear of the receiver to the audio input sockets on your
TV/display screen. (The yellow video jack does not need to be connected.)
Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC IN socket on the
5
rear of the receiver to your mains socket (100 - 240V AC, 50/60Hz).
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Getting Started
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Connecting to an SD TV/display screen via S-Video
Rear of TV/display screen
RF cable (supplied)
To m a i n s
AC Cord (supplied)
RF IN
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
S-Video cable (not supplied)
Getting Started
Video jack (not required)
AV cable (supplied)
Video jack (not required)
RF IN
RF OUT
ANT.
Connect your aerial cable to the socket labelled RF IN on the
1
rear of the receiver.
Connect the supplied RF cable from the socket labelled RF
2
OUT on the rear of the receiver to the aerial socket on your
Y
CVBS
b
P
P
r
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232
DIGITAL ANALOG
LRL
COAX.
OPTICAL
AUDIO OUTPUT
R
TV/display screen.
Connect an S-Video cable (not supplied) from the socket
3
labelled S-VIDEO on the rear of the receiver to the S-Video input sockets on your TV/display screen.
Connect the supplied AV cable from the sockets labelled L, and
4
R on the rear of the receiver to the audio input sockets on your
TV/display screen. (The yellow video jack does not need to be connected.)
Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC IN socket on the
5
rear of the receiver to your mains socket (100 - 240V AC, 50/60Hz).
Getting Started
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Getting Started
Connecting to an SD TV/display screen via Composite Video
Rear of TV/display screen
RF cable (supplied)
RF IN
AV IN
V
L
R
To m ai n s
AC Cord (supplied)
AV cable (supplied)
RF IN
RF OUT
ANT.
Connect your aerial cable to the socket labelled RF IN on the
1
rear of the receiver.
Connect the supplied RF cable from the socket labelled RF
2
OUT on the rear of the receiver to the aerial socket on your
Y
CVBS
P
b
P
r
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232
DIGITAL ANALOG
LRL
COAX.
OPTICAL
AUDIO OUTPUT
R
TV/display screen.
Connect the supplied AV cable from the sockets labelled
3
CVBS, L, and R on the rear of the receiver to the audio/video
input sockets on your TV/display screen.
Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC IN socket on the
4
rear of the receiver to your mains socket (100 - 240V AC, 50/60Hz).
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Getting Started
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Inserting batteries into the remote control

1 2
Getting Started

Push and lift up the release clip to remove the battery cover.

Easy Setup procedure

Easy Setup screen

Easy Setup
Time Setup
Full Scan
Quick Scan
Select your State / Region.
Select : Confirm : Exit :
VIC

Insert the supplied batteries as indicated inside the battery compartment.

Press the 1 (Power) button on the front of the receiver. When
1
the receiver is switched on for the first time, the ‘Easy Setup’ screen is displayed.
With the Time Setup option highlighted, press the b or OK
2
button. Then press the V or v buttons to select your state/region.
Note:This option allows you to set the time zone in which you are using the receiver. This will ensure that the time displayed on the i-Plate is correct.
Press the V or v buttons to highlight Full Scan or Quick Scan
3
to preset channels.
‘Full Scan’ All available channels are tuned and stored. This
‘Quick Scan’ All expected channels in your area are tuned and
Press the OK button to begin the autotune procedure. A display appears showing a tuning progress bar and the channels found.
When autotune procedure has finished, the Program List is
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displayed, showing all the available channels.
procedure may take up to 15 minutes.
stored. You will need to select your nearest city to help speed up this procedure.
Press the OK button to remove the Program List and view the first channel captured.
Alternatively, press the v button to select a different channel. Press the OK button to remove the Program List and view the selected channel.
If no channels are found
If no channels have been captured and stored, a message
1
appears on screen to inform you.
Check your aerial cable is connected, then press the MENU
2
button and select Install menu to repeat the autotune procedure.
If you are still unable to receive signals, please have your aerial
3
checked by an aerial installation company.
Getting Started
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Using the menu system
General operation
All the menus of this receiver are accessed by pressing the MENU button on the remote control or the front panel.
Use the following buttons to operate the menu:
1
- Press the V or v button to highlight the required option.
- Press the OK or b button to enter the option.
- Press the V, v, B and b buttons to alter settings.
- Press the OK button to store each change you make,
- or press the RETURN button to cancel.
Press the RETURN button to go back one step or press the
2
MENU button to return to normal operation.
Most menu screens will automatically disappear after 90 seconds with no buttons being pressed.
Program List
Program List
Program List
Ten HD 06-0012
Ten Digital 06-0013
Ten Digital 06-0014
Ten Digital 06-0015
Ten Digital 06-0016
Ten Digital 06-0017
Select : Confirm : EXIT :
Favorite List
Favor ite List
Favorite List 1
Digital ABC 07-0018
Digital SBS 08-1008
Digital 10 04-0032
Select : Confirm : EXIT :
The Program List is a list of the available channels.
Press the MENU button to display the menu system.
1
With the symbol highlighted, press the b or OK button to
2
display the Program List.
Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required channel.
3
Press the OK button to exit the Program List and display the
4
selected channel.
Alternatively, in normal operation, press the LIST button on the remote control to display the ‘Program List’.
The Favorite List allows you to store your favorite channels in a list for easy access.
To watch a Favorite channel
Press the MENU button to display the menu system.
1
With the symbol highlighted, press the V or v buttons to
2
highlight Favorite List 1 or Favorite List 2. Press the b or OK buttons to display the Favorite List.
Press the V or v buttons to highlight your favorite channel.
3
Press the OK button to exit the Favorite List and display the
4
selected channel.
Once you have used the Favorite List to select and view a channel, pressing the PROG +/- buttons will select only channels from your
Favorite List. To cancel this, select a different channel using the Program List.
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Alternatively, in normal operation, press the button on the remote control to cycle through ‘Favorite List 1’, ‘Favorite List 2’ and exit from the Favorite List.
Using the menu system
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Install menu
Install menu
Install
Full Scan
Quick Scan
Manual Scan
Program Edit
Favorite Preset
Searches all available channels, but takes a longer time.
Select : Confirm : EXIT :BACK :
Using the menu system
The Install menu allows you to tune in new channels automatically or manually, and set a parental rating for programs.
Press the MENU button to display the menu system.
1
Press the v button to highlight the symbol. Press the b or OK
2
button to display the Install menu.
Full Scan
All the available channels were captured and stored when the receiver was first installed. This option allows you to repeat that process, searching for all available channels.
With the Full Scan option highlighted, press the b or OK button to scan. For further instructions, please refer to the ‘Easy Setup procedure’ on page 11.
Quick Scan
All the available channels were captured and stored when the receiver was first installed. This option allows you to repeat that process, searching for all the expected channels in your area.
With the Quick Scan option highlighted, press the b or OK button to scan. For further instructions, please refer to the ‘Easy Setup procedure’ on page 11.
Manual Scan
This option allows you to manually capture and store channels. Due to the technical nature of the settings, it is recommended that only experienced service personnel use this option.
Program Edit
This option allows you to edit the program list.
With the Program Edit option highlighted, press the b or OK button to confirm. Press the V or v button to highlight the required setting (refer to table below). Press the OK button to confirm.
Skip This option allows you to skip unwanted
programs as you move through the channels by pressing PROG +/- buttons.
With the Skip option highlighted, press the b or OK button to confirm. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the program to be skipped, then press the OK button. Press the V or v button to ‘On’. To cancel the skip channel, set it back to ‘Off’. Press the OK button to confirm.
Program Sorting This option allows you to set the program list
sequence to your preference.
With the Program Sorting option highlighted, press the b or OK button to confirm. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the program you want to move and press the OK button. Press the V or v buttons to shift it to the new position. Press the
OK button to confirm.
Favorite Preset
This option allows you to preset Favorite List 1 and Favorite List 2.
With the Favorite Preset option highlighted, press the b or OK button. Press the V or v button to choose Favorite List 1 or Favorite List 2.
Setting favorite programs will give you easier access to the programs you view most often. In Favorite List 1 or Favorite List 2, press the V or v buttons to highlight the desired number, and then press the OK button. Press the V or v buttons to choose the program you want to allocate. Press the OK button to confirm.
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Using the menu system
Install
Quick Scan
Manual Scan
Program Edit
Favorite Preset
Parental Control
Sets a parental rating and changes password.
Select : Confirm : EXIT :BACK :
Parental Control
This option allows you to set a parental guidance level. Programs that exceed the set level can only be viewed after entering the correct password. With the Parental Control option highlighted, press the b or OK button. You will need to enter your password to access this menu. The password is initially set to ‘0000’. For better security, the password can be changed in the ‘Change Password’ option. Enter your password as requested using the Numbered buttons on the remote control. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required setting (refer to the following options). Press the OK button to confirm.
Parental Rating
With the Parental Rating option highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required setting (refer to the table below). Press the OK button to confirm.
Block All All programs need a password to view. Block G and above To lock ‘General’ and above programs. Block PG and above To lock ‘Parental Guidance’ and above
programs. Block M and above To lock ‘Mature’ and above programs. Block MA and above To lock ‘Mature Adult’ and above programs. Block AV and above To lock ‘Adult/Violence’ and above programs. Block R and above To lock ‘Restricted’ and above programs. No Block (default setting)
No programs need a password to view.
Change Password
This option allows you to change the default password (0000) to a more memorable one.
With the Change Password option highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust. Enter the new password using the Numbered buttons on the remote control. Enter the new password again.
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Setup menu
Setup menu
Setup
Video / Audio Setup
Time Setup
Restore to Default
S/W Update
Information
Select : Confirm : EXIT :BACK :
16:9 (Full Screen)
4:3 (Full Screen Crop)
NSW/ACT
Using the menu system
The Setup menu allows you change various settings.
Press the MENU button to display the menu system.
1
Press the v button to highlight the symbol. Press the b or
2
OK button to display the Setup menu.
Video/Audio Setup
This option enables you to enjoy video and audio in various environments.
With the Video/Audio Setup option highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required setting (refer to table below). Press the OK button to adjust.
Video Format This option allows you to set the picture quality.
With the Video Format option highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust. Press the V or v buttons to ‘1080i’, ‘720p’, ‘576p’ or ‘576i’. Press the OK button to confirm.
Note: If you have a high definition screen we recommend that you select the ‘1080i’ setting. If you have a standard definition screen it is likely that the ‘576i’ setting is the only setting suitable for your display. Please check the specification of your TV or display screen by referring to the manufacturer’s instruction manual.
Alternatively, in normal operation, press the button on the remote control to cycle through all the settings until the best quality display is seen.
Note:When the video format is changed, the picture might be slightly disturbed during the transition between video formats. This does not indicate a malfunction.
Aspect Ratio This option allows you to set the aspect ratio.
4:3 (Letter Box)
Audio Output Control
MPEG Volume Control
With the Aspect Ratio option highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust. Press the V or v buttons to ‘16:9 (Full Screen)’, ‘4:3 (Full Screen Crop)’, or ‘4:3 (Letter Box)’. Press the OK button to confirm.
Note: ‘16:9 (Full Screen)’ is for use with a widescreen TV/display screen. ‘4:3 (Full Screen Crop) is for use with a non-widescreen TV/display screen. The picture is stretched to fill the screen. As a result, some of the picture may not be visible. ‘4:3 (Letter Box) is for use with a non-widescreen TV/ display screen. The full picture is shown with black bars at the top and bottom of the picture.
This option allows you to set the priority for audio output (when Dolby Digital and MPEG audio are available).
With the Audio Output Control option highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust. Press the V or v buttons to ‘Dolby Digital’, or ‘MPEG’. Press the OK button to confirm.
This option allows you to adjust MPEG audio level to Dolby Digital audio level.
With the MPEG Volume Control option highlighted, press the b or OK button. Press the B or b buttons to adjust the audio level. Press the
OK button to confirm.
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Using the menu system
Time Setup
This option allows you to set the time zone in which you are using the receiver. This will ensure that the time displayed on the i-Plate is correct.
With the Time Setup option highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required setting. Press the OK button to confirm.
Restore to Default
This option allows you to reset all the settings to factory default. It is recommended that you only use this option when you move to a new area.
With the Restore to Default option highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust. Press the B or b buttons to highlight ‘Yes’. Press the OK button to confirm. Once the receiver has restarted, you will need to perform the initial tuning setup procedure (refer to page 11).
S/W Update
This option allows the software in your receiver to be upgraded. It is recommended that this is performed ONLY by experienced Sony service personnel. Please contact your local Sony service centre for details on this option.
Information
This option displays the receiver’s current hardware and software versions. You may be asked to quote these details when contacting your local Sony service centre.
With the Information option highlighted, press the b or OK button to display the current hardware and software versions. Press the
RETURN button to cancel.
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Using the menu system
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i-Plate display
i-Plate
Sports Update Ten HD 06-0012 May 27,2005 18:55 - 1925
Detail
A Japanese venture recently announced that they have developed a new style of beef called Bright Smarty Extreme (BSE). They are row ready to export it North America.
Next Program :
Current Program
Picture
576i
Audio
MPEG En
Exit : Time : 19:35
Other Features

Teletext

If the broadcast program contains teletext, the icon is displayed on the i-Plate display (see below). Press the button to display the teletext. You can now use the teletext service in the same way as if using a traditional analogue TV.
Picture In Picture (PIP)
This feature allows you to view a different sub-channel in a window and also access multiview services (when available from broadcaster, e.g different camera angles).
Press the button to display the PIP menu. Press the V or v buttons to select the required channel/multiview service. Press the OK button to confirm.
Note:Depending on the broadcast signal, the image displayed on the PIP sub screen may be smaller than its frame size.
To remove the PIP:
Press the button to display the PIP menu. Press the V or v buttons to select ‘PIP OFF’. Press the OK button to confirm.
Picture Freeze
This feature allows you to freeze the screen (e.g. to make a note of a telephone number). Press the button to freeze the picture. Press again to cancel the freeze (the picture quickly catches up with the broadcast).
Note:Sound will be muted when using the freeze function.
Audio Select
This feature allows you to select which language or audio type to listen to (when available from broadcaster). Press the 9 button to display the present audio status you are listening and press the 9 button again to change other audio output.
i-Plate display
This feature gives you information on the current channel and also the current and next programs. Press the button to display the i-Plate. This shows the date, time, whether the channel has teletext, whether multi (MPEG and Dolby Digital) audio program available and whether the picture is available in high definition or standard definition (HD or SD is displayed).
Press the b button to display information on the following program.
Press the button again (or the MENU button) to return to normal operation.
The following icons may be displayed on the i-Plate display according to the program.
: SD (or HD) : Parental rating : multi audio program
: Teletext
Note:The code coming after MPEG determines the language type.
Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language
Af Afrikaans El Greek Ita Italian Spa Spanish
Afr Afrikaans Ell Greek Jpn Japanese Tam Tamil
Ar Arabic En English Kan Kannada Tel Telugu
Ara Arabic Eng English Kor Korean Zho Chinese
Aus Australian Fr French Mal Malayalam U1 Unknown 1
Ben Bengali Fra French Nl Dutch U2 Unknown 2
Bn Bengali Fre French Nld Dutch
Chi Chinese Gem German Pan Panjabi
De German Ger German Por Portuguese
Deu German Gre Greek Raj Rajasthani
Dut Dutch Hi Hindi Rus Russian
Egy Egyptian Hin Hindi San Sanskrit
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Connecting a VCR/DVD recorder

Note: Before connecting, ensure all equipment is disconnected from the mains supply.
Connecting to an HD VCR/DVD recorder
RF cable
IN
To T V
OUT
aerial socket
Rear of VCR/DVD recorder
Connecting to an S-Video VCR/DVD recorder
RF IN
RF OUT
ANT.
Y
CVBS
P
b
P
r
S-VIDEO
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232
DIGITAL ANALOG
L
COAX.
OPTICAL
R
AUDIO OUTPUT
L
R
Video jack
Y/Pb/Pr cable
(not required)
Video jack
AV c a ble
(not required)
V
L
R
YPbP
r
aerial socket
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RF cable
To T V
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IN
OUT
Rear of VCR/DVD recorder
RF IN
RF OUT
S-VIDEO
ANT.
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232
S-VIDEO
Y
CVBS
b
P
P
r

Video jack (not required)

S-Video cable
Video jack (not required)
V
L
R
DIGITAL ANALOG
L
COAX.
OPTICAL
R
AUDIO OUTPUT
AV c a ble
L
R
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Connecting to a Composite VCR/DVD recorder
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To T V
aerial socket
RF cable
IN
OUT
Rear of VCR/DVD recorder
RF IN
RF OUT
S-VIDEO
ANT.
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232
CVBS
Y
b
P
P
r
DIGITAL ANALOG
L
COAX.
OPTICAL
R
AUDIO OUTPUT
L
R
AV c a ble
V
L
R
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Connecting a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc.

Notes on connecting Hi-Fi equipment: This receiver can be connected to your Hi-Fi using either a digital optical cable or
Connecting to a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc. via Optical output or Coaxial output
an audio cable (stereo/mono).
Before connecting, ensure all equipment is disconnected from the mains supply.
RF IN
CVBS
RF OUT
S-VIDEO
ANT.
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232

Digital coaxial cable

COAXIAL
OPTICAL
Rear of Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc.
Connecting to a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc. via audio cable
RF IN
CVBS
RF OUT
S-VIDEO
ANT.
VIDEO OUTPUT RS-232
Y
b
P
P
r
DIGITAL ANALOG
LRL
COAX.
OPTICAL
AUDIO OUTPUT
R

Digital optical cable

or
Y
b
P
P
r
DIGITAL ANALOG
L
COAX.
OPTICAL
R
AUDIO OUTPUT
L
R
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Audio cable
L
R
Rear of Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc.
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Using the remote control to operate other TVs

The remote control supplied with your receiver can be programmed to operate TVs made by other manufacturers. The following instructions guide you
TV l/1 button
TV
231
564
8
7
0
/
/
9
through the set up procedure.
Find the three-digit code for your brand of TV from the list below.
1
Whilst holding down the TV l/1 button on the remote control, enter the
2
three-digit code using the Numbered buttons.
Press the OK button to store, then release the TV l/1 button.
3
Turn on your TV and check that the remote control operates the main
4
functions. If not, repeat steps 2 - 3 and enter the next three-digit code allocated to your brand of TV.
Notes: If your TV is not listed below it is not supported by this remote control.
The brand code you set may be lost if weak batteries are not replaced immediately. Should this happen, use the above procedure to re-enter the code. Even if your TV is listed in the table below, in some instances you may not be able to operate all of the available TV functions.
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OK
RETURN
LIST MENU
PROG
DIGITAL TERRESTRIAL RECEIVER
RM-X1022
Brand Code Brand Code
Aiwa 036, 055 Mitsubishi 045
Akai 059, 060, 062, 063, 064,
Beijing 022 NEC 020, 053, 058, 063, 094,
Blaupunkt 071 Noblex 022
CGE 046, 106 Nokia 031, 059, 097
Daewoo 017, 037, 069 Onwa 023, 024, 025
Ferguson 027, 061, 073 Panasonic 011, 098, 099
Finlux 030 Peony 034, 038, 039
Funai 032, 054, 056, 057, 120 Philco 010, 017, 021, 115
Goldstar 018, 063, 068, 075 Philips 046, 078, 097, 100
Gradiente 015, 020 Pioneer 052, 119, 158, 159
Grundig 019, 071, 072, 076, 106 Saba 061
Hitachi 010, 047. 058, 064, 075,
ITT 028, 059, 107, 083 Sanyo 013, 016, 049, 050, 059,
Jinxing 038 Sears 013
JVC 007, 023, 024, 025, 042,
Konka 040, 037, 088, 093, 095 Sony 001, 002, 003
LG 018, 063, 068, 075, 121 TCL 041
Loewe 084 Thomson 026, 061
Magnavox 046, 081 Toshiba 008, 014, 048, 058, 062,
Matsui 058, 059, 060, 061, 062,
Matsushita 043, 044
065, 066, 067, 068
077, 078, 079, 080, 082
058, 060, 065, 073
063, 064, 071, 076, 086, 087, 089, 090, 091, 092, 096
Mivar 029, 106
097
Samsung 012, 033, 034, 035, 059,
063, 064, 067, 121
063, 067, 118
Sharp 006, 051, 058
072, 104, 118
Zenith 009
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Specifications

Compliant Standard
DVB-T, MPEG-2
RF Input
Frequency: 51-858MHz Loop Through: 51-858MHz Bandwidth: 6/7/8 MHz Connector: IEC-Female Demodulator: COFDM FFT Mode: 2K,8K Constellation: QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM Guard Interval: 1/4,1/8,1/16,1/32 Inner Coding Rate: 1/2,2/3,3/4,5/6,7/8
Video
Formats: MP@ML, MP@HL Aspect Ratio: 4:3, 16:9 Picture Resolution: 1920 x 1080i, 1280 x 720p, 720 x 576p, PAL: 720 x 576i
Output Connector
Composite: RCA jack Component (Y/Pb/Pr): RCA jacks S-Video: Mini Din HDMI HDMI jack
Audio
Formats: Dolby Digital, MPEG (I and II) Output Connector: SPDIF, Coaxial Digital, RCA jacks
Data
Serial Data Port: RS-232
OSD
Number of Colours: >256
Application System Resources
CPU: 306MIPS RAM Memory: 64 MB SDRAM Flash Memory: 2 MB
Power Supply
Input Voltage: 100-240V AC, 50/60Hz Consumption (max.): 18W
Dimensions
Size (W x D x H): Approx. 360 x 270 x 80mm Weight: Approx. 2.8kg
Environmental Data
Operating Temperature: 5 - 40ºC Storage Temperature: -40 - 65ºC
Supplied Accessories
Remote Control, type RM-X1022 (1) AA size batteries (2) RF Cable (1) AC Cord (1) AV Cable (1) Y/Pb/Pr Cable (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice
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Additional Information

Channels Available (as of July 2004)

For updated information, please refer to www.dba.org.au or contact you local Sony service centre.
City Identifier Channel and
Adelaide Digital 7
Digital 9 Digital 10 Digital ABC Digital SBS
Brisbane Digital 7
Digital 9 Digital 10 Digital ABC Digital SBS
Melbourne Digital 7
Digital 9 Digital 10 Digital ABC Digital SBS
Perth Digital 7
Digital 9 Digital 10 Digital ABC Digital SBS
Sydney Digital 7
Digital 9 Digital 10 Digital ABC Digital SBS
Batchelor QQQ -51
SBS -54 ABD -69 NTD -60 TND -63 IMP -66
Canberra CTC -7
ABC -9 WIN -31 CBN -34 SBS -28
Darwin SBS -28
ABD -6 NTD -8 TND -34
Newcastle NBN -3
NEN -54 NRN -57 ABHN -5A/4B SBS -45
Wollongong WIN -59
CTC -62 CBN -65 ABWN -56 SBS -53
Middle Frequency
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz VHF 8 - 191.625MHz VHF 11 - 219.5MHz VHF 12 - 226.5MHz UHF 33 - 564.5MHz
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz VHF 8 - 191.625MHz VHF 11 - 219.5MHz VHF 12 - 226.5MHz UHF 36 - 585.5MHz
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz VHF 8 - 191.625MHz VHF 11 - 219.5MHz VHF 12 - 226.5MHz UHF 29 - 536.5MHz
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz VHF 8 - 191.625MHz VHF 11 - 219.5MHz VHF 12 - 226.5MHz UHF 29 - 536.5MHz
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz VHF 8 - 191.625MHz VHF 11 - 219.5MHz VHF 12 - 226.5MHz UHF 34 - 571.5MHz
UHF 50 - 683.5MHz UHF 53 - 704.5MHz UHF 56 - 725.5MHz UHF 59 - 746.5MHz UHF 62 - 767.5MHz UHF 65 - 788.5MHz
VHF 6 -177.5MHz VHF 9A - 205.5MHz VHF 11 - 219.5MHz VHF 12 - 226.5MHz VHF 30 - 543.5MHz
UHF 29 - 536.5MHz UHF 30 - 543.5MHz UHF 31 - 550.5MHz UHF 32 - 557.5MHz
UHF 36 - 585.5MHz UHF 53 - 704.5MHz UHF 51 - 690.5MHz UHF 37 - 592.5MHz UHF 38 - 599.5MHz
UHF 36 - 585.5MHz UHF 37 - 592.5MHz UHF 38 - 599.5MHz UHF 51 - 690.5MHz UHF 54 - 711.625MHz
Transmitter Location Start Date
Mt Lofty Main Transmitter - Mt Lofty Main Transmitter - Mt Lofty Main Transmitter - Crafers Main Transmitter - Mt Lofty
Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha
Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong
Main Transmitter - Bickley Main Transmitter - Walliston Main Transmitter - Carmel Main Transmitter - Bickley Main Transmitter - Bickley
Main Transmitter - Artarmon Main Transmitter - Willoughby Main Transmitter - Artarmon Main Transmitter - Gore Hill Main Transmitter - Gore Hill
Telstra Tower Black Mountain Telstra Tower Black Mountain Telstra Tower Black Mountain Telstra Tower Black Mountain Telstra Tower Black Mountain
Deloraine Rd Deloraine Rd Deloraine Rd Deloraine Rd
Mt Sugarloaf Broadcast Site Mt Sugarloaf Range Broadcast Site Mt Sugarloaf Range Mt Sugarloaf Mt Sugarloaf
WIN Tower Knights Hill NTL Tower Knights Hill WIN Tower Knights Hill NTL Tower Knights Hill NTL Tower Knights Hill
1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001
1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001
1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001
1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001
1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001 1/1/2001
30/6/2002 30/6/2002 30/6/2002 30/6/2002 30/6/2002
30/6/2002 30/6/2002 30/6/2002 30/6/2002
30/6/2001 30/6/2001 30/6/2001 30/6/2001 30/6/2001
30/6/2002 30/6/2002 30/6/2002 30/6/2002
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Troubleshooting
Problem Solution
(1) The receiver front panel power indicator doesn’t
light up, and no message on the front panel.
(2) Has message on the front panel but no picture
on your TV screen.
(3) Poor picture quality. (a)
(4) No audio service. (a)
(5) No video service. If there is a music banner being displayed, then there
(6) Does not have all the channels available after
using ‘Auto Scan’ when installing the receiver.
(7) Cannot lock signal by using ‘Manual Setup’. (a)
(8) No Teletext. (a)
(9) Cannot receive channels after moving the
receiver between cities (e.g. from Melbourne to Sydney).
(a)
Check the mains lead and make sure it is connected to a stable power outlet.
(b)
Check if the set top box is in ‘Standby’ mode by pressing the I/1 (Standby) button on the remote control.
(a)
Press the MENU button on the remote control or front panel to call up the On Screen Display.
(b)
Make sure the connector type between the set top box and your TV set matches each other.
(c)
Check the brightness level of your TV screen. Check the antenna and make sure it is aligned
to the correct direction. Use receiver’s ‘Manual Scan’ option to check the signal’s BER and RF Level when aligning the antenna.
(b)
If you use any kind of amplifier to boost the signal level, please check that it is functioning adequately.
(c)
Refer to solutions in item (2) above. Check the receiver and your TV’s volume are
properly set and not in ‘mute’ mode.
(b)
Check the audio connectors are correctly and firmly connected.
(c)
Make sure the receiver switch is set to the correct Audio mode: Dolby Digital or PCM (MPEG).
(d)
Check the left and right audio channel. Sometimes the preferred audio service is set in the left or right channel only. Please refer to ‘Audio Select’.
is ONLY audio available on this channel (for example, a radio channel).
(a)
Try ‘Full Scan’ to scan the missing channels instead of ‘Quick Scan’. Some new channels may be available in your area.
(b)
Try getting your aerial installation checked for good quality reception.
Check the frequency you enter is exactly the centre frequency of the required channel.
(b)
Refer to solutions in item (3) above. Make sure the channel you are watching
provides a teletext service.
(b)
Press the button on the remote control again to confirm there is not teletext service.
Enter the Setup menu and use the ‘Restore to default’ option to clear the channel memory, then enter the Install menu and use ‘Full Scan’ or ‘Quick Scan’ for your new area to scan through all the channels again.
On Screen Error Message
Message Solution
(1) Bad Signal. (a)
(2) Database is empty
Press menu for installation.
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Press the MENU button to call up OSD menu for channel search.
Check the antenna is connected correctly to the tuner input (ANT. RF IN) of the receiver.
(b)
Refer to solutions in item (3) above.
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Index
Additional Information
16:9 (Full Screen), 15 4:3 (Full Screen Crop), 15 4:3 (Letter Box), 15
A, B
Accessories, supplied, 4 Aspect Ratio, 15 Audio Output Control, 15 Audio Select, 17 Batteries, inserting into the remote control, 11
C, D
Change Password, 14 Channels Available, 23 Connecting,
to a DVD recorder, 18 to a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, 20 to a TV, 7 to a VCR, 18
E, F
Easy Setup procedure, 11 Favorite List, 12 Favorite Preset, 13 Full Scan, 13
G, H, I, J, K
Information, 16 Install menu, 13 i-Plate display, 17
L, M, N
Manual Scan, 13 Menu system, general operation, 12 MPEG Volume Control, 15
O
Overview,
receiver, 6 remote control, 5
P, Q
Parental Contorol, 14 Parental Rating, 14 Picture Freeze, 17 Picture In Picture (PIP), 17 Program Edit, 13 Program List, 12 Program Sorting, 13 Quick Scan, 13
R
Receiver overview, 6 Remote control of TV, 21 Remote control overview, 5 Restore to Default, 16
S
Safety information, 2 Setup menu, 15 Skip, 13 Specifications, 22 S/W Update, 16
T
Table of contents, 3 Teletext, 17 Time Setup, 16 Troubleshooting, 24
U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Video Format, 15 Video/Audio Setup, 15
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DST-HD500
Sony Corporation Printed in Taiwan
Sony Corporation Printed in Taiwan
Recyclable
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