Sony STR-DH500 BROCHURE

STR-DH500

5.1 surround sound HD AV Receiver

Key Features

5.1 Channel A/V Receiver

100W x 5 ( 8 ohms 1kHz 1% THD)

Sony Unique Chassis Design

5 HD Inputs (3 Passive HDMI and 2 Component Inputs)

HD Film Quality with 24p TRUE CINEMA video signal via HDM™

I technology

Multi Function Audio Port (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT)

Key Technologies

HD input x 5

Get versatile HD connection options with five HD inputs. Three HDMI™ inputs (up to

1080/60p capable) let you connect a Sony® PlayStation® 3 entertainment system, Blu-ray Disc™ player, or any other HDMI-capable equipment and get uncompressed digital video (secondary cable needed for audio). Two YPbPr Component inputs (1080/60i capable) provide added HD

capable connectivity and versatility1.

Multi Function Audio Port (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) The Digital Media Port allows the use of an

optional Digital Media Port cradle (sold separately) to connect compatible digital audio devices directly to your Sony® A/V receiver.

24p True Cinema™ 24p True Cinema support provides a direct connection to 24p video sources,

avoiding conversions and allowing users to enjoy films at their intended 24 fps (frames per second) cinematic picture quality when using a 24p-capable output device, such as a Blu-ray Disc™ player or Sony® PlayStation® 3 entertainment system.2

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Last Updated: 06/23/2009

STR-DH500

5.1 surround sound HD AV Receiver

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Features

Audio

dts® Decoding: Yes Dolby® Digital Decoding: Yes Dolby® Pro Logic® Decoding: Yes Dolby® Pro Logic® II Decoding: Yes Dolby® Digital Dual Mono: Yes Digital Cinema Sound™

Technology:

Yes

96k/24Bit PCM: Yes Cinema Studio EX. A/B/C mode: Yes

Specifications

Audio

Impedance: 8 Ohms Channel Power Rating: 5.1 Channel Power

Rating: 100W x 5 Amp Power (8 ohms, THD 1.0%)

Sound Fields: Cinema StudioEX. A/B/C; 3

Movie; 4 Music; 5 A.F.D.; 2 2 Channel;2 Headphone; Portable Audio Enhancer

Tuner Type: Auto Tuning, Direct Tuning,

Station Name

A/V Sync:

Yes (fixed)

Equalizer:

BASS and Treble control

Sub Woofer Crossover: 13 Point (40-160Hz)

Convenience

Preset Memory: 90 (30 Sirius, 30 FM, 30

AM)

AM/FM Memory Presets: 30 FM - 30 AM Auto Tuning: Yes Direct Tuning: Yes (Remote) Sleep Timer: Yes Station Name Display: Yes

Inputs and Outputs

Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr ) Input(s): 3

(Rear)

Digital Media Port: 1 (Rear) HDMI™ Connection Output(s): 1 (Rear) HDMI™ Connection Input(s): 3 (Rear)-

switcher

Optical Audio Input(s): 2 (Rear) Coaxial Audio Digital Input(s): 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): 1

(Rear)

HD Component Video Input(s): 2 (Rear)-

pass through

HD Component Video Output(s): 1 (Rear) Composite Video Input(s): 2 (1 Front/1

Rear)

Composite Video Output(s): 1 (Rear) RCA Audio Input(s): 4 (2 Dedicated

Audio/2 Audio/Video)

Subwoofer Output(s): 1 (Rear)- 13 point

Crossover (40-160Hz)

Antenna Terminal (AM Loop): 1 (Rear) Antenna Terminal (FM 75 Ohm): 1 (Rear) Headphone Output(s): 1 (Front- Gold)

Power

Power Requirements: 120V 60Hz Power Consumption (in Operation): 120V

60Hz

Power Consumption (in Standby): 0.3W

Hardware

Remote Control: Yes, RM-AAU020

Speaker

Speaker Terminal Type:

Front: Banana,

Rear and Center: Push

Service and Warranty Information

Limited Warranty Term: 2 Year

Weights and Measurements

Weight (Approx.): 16.41 lbs (7.4Kg) Dimensions (Approx.): 17 x 6.25 x

12.75" (430 x 157.5 x 322mm)

Supplied Accessories

RM-AAU020 Remote 2 AA Batteries Owners Manual Quick Start Guide

Color:

Black

UPC Code:

027242753556

1. Requires Digital Media Port accessory compatible with the device (sold separately).

2. Sirius requires optional antenna and subscription service.

3. iPod® support is limited based upon which optional Digital Media Port is being used. The TDM-IP10 will support the following players: iPod

touch, iPod® classic, iPod® Nano 1st, 2nd & 3rd generation, iPod

4th& 5th generation &iPod® Mini. The TDM-IP 50 adds iPhone

™

support as well.

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