4-143-834-91(1)
Home Theatre System
HT-CT500
©2009 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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WARNING
Do not expose batteries or apparatus with batteryinstalled to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the
like.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as
a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation
opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc.
Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted
candles on the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do
not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the
mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit,
disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
immediately.
In door use only.
Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system,
unplug the system and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• Do not climb on the subwoofer, as you may fall down
and injure yourself, or system damage may result.
On power sources
• Before operating the system, 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 subwoofer.
• If you are not going to use the system for a long time,
be sure to disconnect the system from the wall outlet
(mains). To disconnect the AC power cord (mains
lead), grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
• AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed only at
the qualified service shop.
• The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long
as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
On heat buildup
Although the system heats up during operation, this is
not a malfunction. If you continuously use this system
at a large volume, the system temperature of the back
and bottom rises considerably. To avoid burning
yourself, do not touch the system.
On placement
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup and prolong the
life of the system.
• Do not place the system near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or
mechanical shock.
• Do not place anything at the rear of the subwoofer
that might block the ventilation holes and cause
malfunctions.
• Do not cover the grill of the subwoofer.
• Do not place the system near equipment such as a TV,
VCR, or tape deck. (If the system is being used in
combination with a TV, VCR, or tape deck, and is
placed too close to that equipment, noise may result,
and picture quality may suffer. This is especially
likely when using an indoor antenna. Therefore, we
recommend using an outdoor antenna.)
• Use caution when placing the system on surfaces that
have been specially treated (wi th wax, oil, polish, etc.)
as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.
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On operation
Before connecting other compo nents, be sure to turn off
and unplug the system.
If you encounter color irregularity on
a nearby TV screen
The system is magnetically shielded to allow it to be
installed near a TV set. However, color irregularities
may still be observed on certain types of TV sets.
If color irregularity is observed...
Turn off the TV set, then turn it on again after 15 to 30
minutes.
If color irregularity is observed
again...
Place the system further away from the TV set.
On cleaning
Clean the system with a soft dry cloth. 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
system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
This system 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.
The font type (Shin Go R) installed in this system is
provided by MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.
These names are the trademarks of MORISAWA &
COMPANY LTD., and the copyright of the font also
belongs to MORISAWA & COMPANY LTD.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
All other trademarks and registered trademarks are of
their respective holders. In this manual, ™ and ® marks
are not specified.
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are owned by the
Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony
Corporation is under license.
Other trademarks and trade names are those of their
respective owners.
Copyrights
This system 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. © 1996-2008
DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
“M-crew Server” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
“BRAVIA Sync” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
“PLAYSTATION” is a trademark of Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc.
“S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
“x.v.Colour (x.v.Color)” and “x.v.Colour (x.v.Color)”
logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
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About the S-AIR function
The system is compatible with the S-AIR function,
which allows transmission of sound between S-AIR
products wirelessly.
S-AIR receivers can be used with the system. You can
enjoy system sound in another room.
S-AIR products can be purchased as optio ns (the S-AIR
product lineup differs depending on the area).
Notes or instructions for the S-AIR receiver in these
Operating Instructions refer only to when the S-AIR
receiver is used.
For details on the S-AIR function, see “Using an S-AIR
product” (page 83).
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Table of contents
Precautions...............................................2
About the S-AIR function........................4
Getting Started
Unpacking................................................7
Step 1: Positioning the system .................9
Warning about installing the system’s
speaker to the TV stand or a wall ....11
Step 2: Connecting the speaker..............24
Step 3a: Connecting the components with
HDMI jacks .....................................26
Step 3b: Connecting the components
without HDMI jacks........................28
Setting up the sound output of the
connected component ......................32
Function for conversion of video
signals ..............................................33
Step 4: Connecting the antenna
(aerial)..............................................35
Step 5: Connecting the AC power cord
(mains lead) .....................................37
Step 6: Operating the system using the
GUI ..................................................37
(Graphical User Interface)
Connecting other components................43
Playback Options
Index to parts and controls.....................45
Enjoying TV...........................................48
Enjoying other components ...................49
DMPORT function
Features of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
(DMPORT)......................................51
Selecting the operation screen ...............51
Operating the component connected to the
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter...52
Playing the selected track.......................53
Surround Sound Functions
Enjoying the surround effects ................55
Adjusting the bass and treble level ........56
Enjoying the sound at low volume.........57
(Night Mode)
“BRAVIA” Sync features
What is “BRAVIA” Sync?.................... 58
Preparing for the “BRAVIA” Sync....... 58
Enjoying a Blu-ray Disc/DVD.............. 60
(One-Touch Play)
Enjoying the TV sound from the
speakers........................................... 60
(System Audio Control)
Turning off the TV, system, and connected
components ..................................... 62
(System Power Off)
Enjoying the components while the system
is in standby mode .......................... 63
(HDMI Pass Through)
Tuner Functions
Listening to FM/AM radio using the GUI
menu................................................ 64
Listening to FM/AM radio using the front
panel display of the subwoofer ....... 66
Advanced Settings
Controlling connected Sony components
with the remote ............................... 70
Changing the input button assignments of
the remote........................................ 73
Setting the speaker level........................ 76
Adjusting the delay between the sound and
the image......................................... 77
(A/V Sync)
Enjoying multiplex broadcast sound..... 78
(Dual Mono)
Reassigning the audio input .................. 79
(Audio Assign)
Converting the resolution of analog video
input signals.................................... 80
(Resolution)
Enjoying higher quality HDMI
images ............................................. 81
(Video Direct)
Changing the brightness of the front panel
display............................................. 82
(Dimmer)
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Changing the display setting..................82
(Display)
Using an S-AIR product.........................83
Settings and adjustments using the system
menu ................................................93
Using the sleep timer .............................94
(SLEEP)
Additional Information
Troubleshooting.....................................95
Specifications.........................................98
Glossary ...............................................100
Overview of the menus ........................102
Index ....................................................103
Menu index ..........................................104
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Getting Started
Unpacking
Getting Started
• Subwoofer (SA-WCT500) (1)
• Speaker (SS-CT500) (1)
• AM loop antenna (aerial) (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
• Speaker cord (1)
• Remote commander (RMANP038) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• WS-CT500EB
• Extension bracket (1)
• Rear cover (1)
• Screws for the extensi on bracket
(large, +PSW5 × 12 mm) (7)
• Screws for the rear cover (small,
M3 × 8 mm) (4)
• Support belt (1)
• Screw for the support belt
(+PSW4 × 20 mm) (1)
• Wood screw for the support belt
(M3.8 × 20 mm) (1)
• Digital optical cord for a TV
(2.5 m) (1)
• Clamper (1)
• Operating Instructions (1)
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Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the
markings inside the compartment. To use the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the speaker or
in the front panel display of the subwoofer.
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 sunlight 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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Step 1: Positioning the system
The illustrations below are examples of how to install the subwoofer and speaker. You can install the
speaker on the TV stand or hang the speaker on a wall.
Getting Started
Install the speaker on a rack. For details, see “Installing the speaker on
For details, see “Installing the speaker on
a wall” (page 23).
Notes
• Do not block the heat ventilation on the rear panel of the subwoofer.
• Do not cover the grill of the subwoofer.
the TV stand” (page 14).
For details, see “H anging the speaker and
TV on a wall” (page 20).
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Connecting the speaker cord to the speaker
The connector of the speaker cords and the color tube are color-coded depending on the type of speaker.
Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKER jacks.
Connect the connector for the remote control to the REMOTE CTRL jack.
Rear of the speaker
REMOTE
R
CTRL
ONLY FOR SA-WCT500
CENTER L
Connector for the
remote control
White
Green
Red
A
A Speaker cord (supplied)
Note
• When you install the speaker or a TV on a wall, be careful not to stumble over the cord connected to the speaker.
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Warning about installing the system’s speaker to the TV
stand or a wall
Getting Started
To Customers
Sufficient expertise is required for installing this
product. Be sure to subcontract the installation to
Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay
special attention to safety during the installation.
Sony is not liable for any damages or injury
caused by mishandling or improper installation,
or installing anything other than the specified
product. Your statutory rights (if any) are not
affected.
On Safety
Products by Sony are designed with safety in
mind. If the products are used incorrectly,
however, it may result in a serious injury through
fire, electric shock, the product toppling over, or
the product dropping. Be sure to observe the
precautions for safety to prevent such accidents.
WARNING
If the following precautions are not observed,
serious injury or death through fire or electric
shock, the product toppling over or falling can
result.
Do not drop the products or install them
where there is a possibility of them falling
down.
• Be sure to subcontract installing, moving or
dismounting the products to licensed
contractors and keep small children away
during the procedure.
• Unauthorized installation may result in serious
injury or property damage.
• Having an unauthorized dealer carry or
dismount the SS-CT500 speaker or SS-CT500
speaker-installed TV may lead to the products’
falling and result in serious injury or property
damage. Make sure that two or more persons
carry or dismount the product(s).
• Do not remove screws, etc., after mounting the
SS-CT500 speaker or SS-CT500 speakerinstalled TV.
• Do not handle the products with excessive
force during cleaning or maintenance.
• If you hang the SS-CT500 speaker or SSCT500 speaker-installed TV on a fragile wall
or a wall whose surface is not flat or
perpendicular, the product(s) may fall and
cause injury or property damage.
• If the SS-CT500 speaker or SS-CT500
speaker-installed TV is not installed firmly on
the wall, the product(s) may fall and cause
injury or property damage.
Do not place any object on the products.
• Do not put anything on the products. If you do
so, the system may fall and cause injury or
property damage.
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Do not lean or hang on the products.
• Do not lean or hang on the products, as they
may fall on you and cause serious injury.
Pay attention to the location.
• Do not install the products on wall surfaces
such as a pillar, where the corners or the sides
of the products protrude away from the wall
surface. If a person or object happens to hit the
protruded corner or side of the products, it may
cause injury or property damage.
• Do not expose the products to rain or moisture,
or spill liquid of any kind on them. It may cause
a fire or electric shock.
• Never place the products in hot, humid or
excessively dusty places, or in a place where
they are subject to mechanical vibrations.
Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock.
• Keep flammable objects or open flames (e.g.,
candles) away from the products.
• Do not install the products over or under an airconditioner. If the products are exposed to
wind from the air conditioner for an extended
period of time, or get wet by water leakage
from the air conditioner, this may cause a fire,
an electric shock, or malfunctions.
Do not allow the cords to be pinched.
• If the AC power cord (mains lead) or
connecting cords are pinched between the
products and the wall, floor, or other object, or
bent or twisted by force, the internal
conductors may become exposed and cause a
short circuit or an electrical break. This may
cause a fire or an electric shock.
• Do not step on the AC power cord (mains lead)
or connecting cords when you carry the
products. The cord may be damaged, and this
may result in a fire or electric shock.
Do not cover the ventilation holes of the
products.
• If you cover the ventilation holes (with a cloth,
etc.), heat may build up inside and cause a fire.
Do not stumble over the cords.
• You may trip, or may cause the products to
topple over and cause injury.
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CAUTION
If the following precautions are not observed,
injury or property damage may occur.
Do not install any equipment other than the
specified product.
• The WS-CT500EB accessories (supplied) are
designed for use with the specified equipment
only. If you install equipment other than that
specified, it may fall or break, and cause injury.
• Do not modify the products.
• Do not place anything hot directly on the
products. The heat may cause discoloration or
deformation of the products.
Be sure to secure the system’s speaker and
TV.
• Secure the SS-CT500 speaker and TV firmly
when installing them together. Then, secure the
SS-CT500 speaker-installed TV firmly on the
stand or wall. If the SS-CT500 speaker and TV
are not installed securely, they may fall or
topple over, and cause injury.
Do not apply weight to the products or
subject them to any kind of impact.
• When installing the SS-CT500 speaker to a TV
stand or hanging the SS-CT500 speaker installed TV on a wall, do not apply weight to
the speaker or TV with your hand. Do not hit
the speaker or TV with hard objects, such as a
screwdriver, etc.
When moving the SS-CT500 speakerinstalled TV
If you move the products forcefully, damage or
injury may result. Be sure to follow the proper
procedures and advice given below.
• Be sure that two or more persons carry the SSCT500 speaker-installed TV, and only after
unplugging and removing the connected
equipment.
• Be careful not to allow your hands or feet to be
pinched under the bottom of the SS-CT500
speaker-installed TV.
• When carrying the SS-CT500 speakerinstalled TV, do not hold it by the SS-CT500
speaker part. Doing so may cause damage or
injury.
• Do not drag the SS-CT500 speaker-installed
TV. The base part may come off and damage
the floor.
Notes on installation
• When assembling, spread a cloth on the floor to
avoid damaging the floor.
• Install the products on a solid and flat floor.
• Be sure that two or more persons install the
products. Doing it alone may result in an
accident or injury.
• Be sure to keep children away during the
process.
Be sure to install the products securely
following the instructions.
• Tighten the screws securely. If the SS-CT500
speaker is not installed securely, it may fall and
cause damage or injury.
• Be careful not to pinch your fingers or hands
when assembling the products.
Notes on installation on a wall
• If you use the products installed on a wall for a
long time, the wall behind or above the
products may become discolored or the
wallpaper may come unstuck, depending on
the material of the wall.
• If the products are removed after installed on
the wall, the screw holes will remain.
• Consult your licensed contractor regarding an
appropriate location (free from radio noise,
etc.) before installing.
Getting Started
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Installing the speaker on the TV stand
You can install the speaker with the following TV models (not supplied):
• KLV-40/46Z55xx*
* In the actual model names, the “xx” indicates numbers and/or characters specific to each model.
Although the shape of the TV stand base differs depending on the TV model, you can install the speaker
on the TV stand following this procedure.
1 Remove the screws of the TV.
2 Detach the TV from the TV stand.
Note
• Make sure to place the TV on a soft thick cloth with the screen side down to prevent damaging the surface of
the LCD.
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3 Remove the screw of the cover.
4 Detach the cover from the TV stand.
When detaching the cover, slightly splay open the hooks of the cover from the front side of the
stand with your fingers, and then push the cover toward the rear of the stand.
Hooks
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5 Secure the extension bracket (supplied) to the TV stand with the large screws (+PSW5
× 12 mm) (supplied).
Extension bracket
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6 Hook the rivets of the extension bracket to the holes of the back of the speaker and
secure the speaker with the large screws (+PSW5 × 12 mm) (supplied).
Rear of the speaker
Holes
Front side
Rivet
7 Reattach the TV.
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8 Secure the TV with the screws removed in step 1.
9 Attach the rear cover (supplied) with the small screws (M3 × 8 mm) (supplied).
Note
• When carrying the SS-CT500 speaker-installed TV, do not hold it by the SS-CT500 speaker part. Doing so
may cause damage or injury.
Getting Started
Rear cover
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To prevent the TV from toppling over
As a protective measure, secure the TV.
Screw for the support belt
(+PSW4 × 20 mm)
Wood screw for the support belt
(M3.8 × 20 mm)
1 Place the TV on the center of the rack.
2 Fit the support belt (supplied) to the TV, then firmly fasten with the screw for the support
belt (+PSW4 × 20 mm) (supplied) using a screw driver.
3 Fasten the support belt to the rack with the wood screw for the support belt (M3.8 × 20
mm) (supplied).
Note
• Be careful not to pinch your fingers when setting up the TV and rack.
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To bundle the cords
You can bundle the cords using the clamper (supplied).
Note
• Do not bundle the AC power cord (mains lead) using this clamper.
1 Attach the clamper (supplied) on the rear cover.
2 Bundle the cords, and then fasten the clamper.
Clamper
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Hanging the speaker and TV on a wall
You can hang the speaker with the following TV models (not supplied):
• KLV-40/46Z55xx*
* In the actual model names, the “xx” indicates numbers and/or characters specific to each model.
Note
To hang the TV on the wall, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
1 Remove the screws of the TV.
2 Detach the TV from the TV stand.
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3 Hook the rivets of the extension bracket to the holes of the back of the speaker, and then
secure the speaker to the extension bracket with the large screws (+PSW5 × 12 mm)
(supplied).
Rear of the speaker
Holes
Front side
Rivet
4 Reattach the TV.
Note
• Make sure to place the TV on a soft thick cloth with the screen side down to prevent damaging the surface of
the LCD.
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Cloth
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5 Secure the TV with the screws removed in step 1.
6 Hang the TV on the wall.
For details on hanging the TV on the wall, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
Note
• When hanging the SS-CT500 speaker-installed TV on the wall or taking it off the wall, do not hold it by the
SS-CT500 speaker part. Doing so may cause damage or injury.
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Installing the speaker on a wall
You can install the speaker on the wall.
Notes
• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach
the screws securely to a wall beam. Install the speaker on a vertical and flat reinforced area of the wall.
• Be sure to subcontract the installation to Sony dealers or licensed contractors and pay special attention to safety
during the installation.
• Sony is not responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength,
improper screw installation or natural calamity, etc.
1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holes on the back of the speaker.
See the illustrations below.
4mm
more than 25 mm
5mm
10 mm
Hole on the back of the speaker
2 Fasten the screws to the wall. The screws should protrude 6 to 7 mm.
265 mm
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6 to 7 mm
3 Hang the speaker onto the screws.
Align the holes on the back of the speaker to the screws, then hang the speaker onto the two screws.
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Step 2: Connecting the speaker
The connector of the speaker cords and the color tube are color-coded depending on the type of speaker.
Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKER jacks.
Connect the connector for the remote control to the REMOTE CTRL jack.
Rear of the
subwoofer
EZW-T100 ANTENNA
FM
75 COAXIAL
AM
VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO 3 IN VIDEO 3 IN
VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
TV OUTSAT/CATV INDVD IN
HDMI
COAXIAL
Y
PB/
B
C
PR/
C
R
ONLY FOR SS-CT500
SPEAKER
BD IN
L
CENTER
R
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
DC 5V
ONLY FOR
0.7A MAX
SS-CT500
REMOTE
DMPORT TV
CTRL
DIGITAL
L
R
AUDIO IN
TV IN
Green
RedWhite
Connector for the
remote control
A
Speaker
A Speaker cord (supplied)
Note
• You can use the remote by pointing it toward either the speaker or the subwoofer when the connector for the remote
is inserted into the REMOTE CTRL jack. When the connector for the remote is not connected, the speaker does not
receive signals from the remote.
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To extend the speaker cord
Substitute the speaker cord (supplied) with another speaker cord (not supplied) that has the desired
length.
With the catch facing down, press and hold the connector down against a flat surface (1) and remove
the speaker cords from the connector (2).
1
2
Catch
If you reconnect the speaker cord (supplied) to the connector, be sure to match the speaker cord to the
appropriate speaker terminals: 3 to +, and # to –. Connect the cord which a color tube is attached on
one side to +. If the cords are reversed, the sound will lack bass and may be distorted.
Color tube
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Step 3a: Connecting the components with HDMI jacks
Sony recommends that you connect components to the system using HDMI cables.
With HDMI, you can easily enjoy both high quality sound and high quality images.
For details on the Control for HDMI function, see “What is “BRAVIA” Sync?” (page 58).
Connecting a TV monitor, projector, etc.
Connect the audio output of the TV to the audio input of the system using a digital optical cord or an
audio cord in order to listen to the TV sound from the system.
TV monitor, projector, etc.
Audio signal
or
A
ONLY FOR SS-CT500
CENTER
SPEAKER
A Audio cord (not supplied)
B Digital optical cord (supplied)
BC
BD IN
L
R
DC 5V
0.7A MAX
DMPORT TV
C HDMI cable (not supplied)
Audio/video
signal
EZW-T100 ANTENNA
OPTICAL
TV IN
DIGITAL
VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN
ASSIGNABLE
L
L
ONLY FOR
SS-CT500
REMOTE
R
R
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
CTRL
AM
FM
75 COAXIAL
TV OUTSAT/CATV INDVD IN
COAXIAL
VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO 3 IN VIDEO 3 IN
Y
PB/
C
B
PR/
C
R
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
Rear of the
subwoofer
HDMI
: Signal flow
Tip
• For details on connecting the TV without an HDMI jack, see “Step 3b: Connecting the components without HDMI
jacks” (page 28).
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Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player (recorder), “PlayStation 3”,
DVD player (recorder), satellite tuner, cable television tuner,
etc.
Getting Started
Blu-ray Disc player (recorder),
“PlayStation 3”
Audio/video signal
Rear of the
subwoofer
DVD player (recorder)
Audio/video signal
AA
EZW-T100 ANTENNA
ONLY FOR SS-CT500
SPEAKER
BD IN
L
CENTER
R
DMPORT TV
DC 5V
0.7A MAX
ONLY FOR
SS-CT500
REMOTE
OPTICAL
TV IN
DIGITAL
ASSIGNABLE
L
R
AUDIO IN
CTRL
A HDMI cable (not supplied)
FM
75 COAXIAL
VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO 3 IN VIDEO 3 IN
VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
Satellite tuner, cable television
Audio/video signal
AM
TV OUTSAT/CATV INDVD IN
HDMI
COAXIAL
Y
PB/
C
B
PR/
C
R
: Signal flow
tuner
A
Notes on HDMI connections
• Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p or Deep Colour images
may not be displayed properly.
• Sony recommends that you use an HDMI-authorized cable or Sony HDMI cable.
• Check the setup of the connected component if an image is poor, or 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 number of channels or sampling frequency of audio output
signals from the playback component is changed.
• 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 be not output.
In this case, check the specification of the connected component.
• Sony does not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable.
• When TV or tuner input is selected, the video signal that was selected last time is output.
• This system supports Deep Colour and “x.v.Colour” transmission, extended by HDMI ver1.3.
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Step 3b: Connecting the components without HDMI jacks
When you connect a DVD player (recorder), satellite tuner, VCR, etc. without HDMI jacks, you can
choose the connecting combination of the system. This system is equipped with a function for
converting video signals. For details, see “Function for conversion of video signals” (page 33).
Connecting a TV monitor, projector, etc.
The following illustration shows how to connect the TV without HDMI jacks and the components to
the subwoofer.
TV monitor, projector, etc.
Audio signal
Video signal
or
FM
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A
B
ONLY FOR SS-CT500
SPEAKER
BD IN
L
CENTER
R
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
DC 5V
ONLY FOR
0.7A MAX
SS-CT500
REMOTE
DMPORT TV
CTRL
DIGITAL
L
R
AUDIO IN
TV IN
TV OUTSAT/CATV INDVD IN
VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO 3 IN VIDEO 3 IN
VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
COAXIAL
PB/
C
PR/
C
Y
B
R
subwoofer
HDMI
Rear of the
AM
ACCD
or
Video signalAudio signal Video signalAudio signal Video signalAudio signal
Satellite/cable television
tuner
A Audio cord (not supplied)
B Digital optical cord (supplied)
C Digital optical cord (not supplied)
D Digital coaxial cord (not supplied)
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DVD player (recorder)“PlayStation 2”
: Signal flow
Notes
• When your TV does not have an HDMI jack and you want to use the TV and other components with this system,
connect the components’ video jacks to the TV’s video jacks directly and the components’ audio jacks to the
subwoofer’s audio jacks. However, in this case, you cannot use the GUI menu on the TV. Set up the system using
the front panel display of the subwoofer (page 93).
• Do not turn off the system when video of the playback component is being output to the TV. If the system is not
turned on, audio of the playback component is not output from the speaker.
Tip
• To output TV sound from the speaker connected to the subwoofer, be sure to
– connect the audio output jacks of the TV to the OPTICAL TV IN jacks or TV ASSIGNABLE AUDIO IN jacks
of the subwoofer.
– turn off the TV’s volume.
Connecting a component to the VIDEO 1 jacks
The following illustration shows how to connect a component that has analog jacks.
DVD player (recorder), “PlayStation 2,”
satellite/cable television tuner, etc.
Getting Started
Rear of the
subwoofer
Audio signal
A
EZW-T100 ANTENNA
ONLY FOR SS-CT500
SPEAKER
BD IN
L
CENTER
R
DMPORT TV
DC 5V
0.7A MAX
ONLY FOR
SS-CT500
REMOTE
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
ASSIGNABLE
L
R
AUDIO IN
CTRL
A Audio cord (not supplied)
B Video cord (not supplied)
Video signal
TV IN
VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO 3 IN VIDEO 3 IN
VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN
L
R
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3
FM
75 COAXIAL
TV OUTSAT/CATV INDVD IN
COAXIAL
PB/
C
PR/
C
B
AM
HDMI
Y
B
R
: Signal flow
continued
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Connecting a component to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks
The following illustration shows how to connect a component to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks.
You can reassign the analog audio input using the TV ASSIGNABLE AUDIO IN jacks if they are not
used to connect to a TV. For details, see “Reassigning the audio input” (page 79).
DVD player (recorder), “PlayStation 2,”
satellite/cable television tuner, etc.
Rear of the
subwoofer
Audio signal
or
A
ONLY FOR SS-CT500
SPEAKER
BD IN
L
CENTER
R
B
OPTICAL
ASSIGNABLE
DC 5V
ONLY FOR
0.7A MAX
SS-CT500
REMOTE
DMPORT TV
CTRL
FM
75 COAXIAL
EZW-T100 ANTENNA
TV OUTSAT/CATV INDVD IN
COAXIAL
TV IN
VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO 3 IN VIDEO 3 IN
DIGITAL
VIDEO IN COMPONENT VIDEO IN
L
L
R
R
AUDIO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
Y
PB/
C
PR/
C
A Audio cord (not supplied)
B Digital optical cord (not supplied)
C Component video cable (not supplied)
Video signal
C
AM
HDMI
B
R
: Signal flow
Note
• The DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jacks have priority over the TV ASSIGNABLE AUDIO IN jacks when you connect
a component to the system using both jacks.
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