Sony Ht Ct500 Operating Instructions

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Playback Options
Enjoying a satellite tuner or 
cable television tuner
1Turn on the TV.
For details, refer to the operating 
instructions of the TV.
2Turn on the satellite/cable television 
tuner and the system.
3Press SAT/CATV on the remote.
4Change the TV input. 
For details, refer to the operating 
instructions of the TV.
5Adjust the volume of the system.
 Sound may be output from the TV’s speaker. In this 
case, turn the volume of the TV’s speaker down to the 
minimum level.
Enjoying Blu-ray Disc, DVD, or 
“PlayStation 3”
1Turn on the TV.
2Turn on the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player 
(recorder) or “PlayStation 3” and the 
system.
3Press DVD or BD on the remote.
4Change the TV input.
For details, refer to the operating 
instructions of the TV.
5Play back the disc.
 Even if you play back Dolby True HD, Dolby Digital 
Plus or DTS-HD with a connected component 
compatible with these sound formats, the system 
recognizes it as Dolby Digital or DTS. When you 
connect the component to the system using an HDMI 
cable to play back these high-quality sound formats, 
set the connected component to output the sound in 
multi channel PCM, if possible.
Enjoying other 
components
MENU
TV
AVTV INPUT
BD
VIDEO1
YELLOW BLUE RED GREEN
VIDEO2 VIDEO3TUNER/
BAND
ENT/CLEAR
GUI MENU
TOOLS/
OPTIONS RETURN/
EXIT
PRESET ADVANCE REPLAY
TUNING
PRESET
TUNING
THEATER
GUIDE
TOP MENU
JUMP WIDEPICTUREFAVORITES BD/DVD
MENU F1 F2
SOUND
FIELDSYSTEM
MENU
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Enjoying a VCR
1Turn on the TV.
2Turn on the VCR and the system.
3Press VIDEO 1, 2, or 3 on the remote.
4Change the TV input.
For details, refer to the operating 
instructions of the TV.
5Play back the tape on the VCR.
Enjoying a connected 
component through DMPORT 
connection
See “Operating the component connected to the 
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter” (page 54).
 
						

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DMPORT functionThe DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) 
allows you to enjoy picture and sound from a 
network system such as a portable audio/video 
source or computer.
For details on connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA 
PORT adapter, see “To connect the DIGITAL 
MEDIA PORT adapter” (page 45).
Sony offers the following DIGITAL MEDIA 
PORT adapters as of May 2009:
 TDM-BT1/BT10 Bluetooth™ Wireless Audio 
Adapter
 TDM-NW1/NW10 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 
Adapter
 TDM-NC1 Wireless Network Audio Client
 TDM-iP1/iP10/iP50 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 
Adapter
 TDM-MP10 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 
Adapter
The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter is an 
optional product.
 Do not connect an adapter other than the DIGITAL 
MEDIA PORT adapter to the DMPORT jack.
 Before disconnecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 
adapter, make sure to turn the system off using the 
remote.
 Do not connect or disconnect the DIGITAL MEDIA 
PORT adapter while the system is turned on.
 Depending on the type of DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 
adapter, video output may not be possible.
 The DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters are available 
for purchase depending on the area.
You can select an operation screen using the GUI 
menu, depending on the DIGITAL MEDIA 
PORT adapter you want to use.
1Press GUI MENU.
“GUI MENU” appears in the front panel 
display of the subwoofer and the GUI menu 
appears on the TV screen.
2Press X/x repeatedly to select [Music] 
or [Video], then press   or c.
3Press .
The component connected to the DIGITAL 
MEDIA PORT adapter is recognized and 
[DMPORT] on the screen will change to the 
connected component’s name.
The category of the component connected to 
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter appears 
on the TV screen.
4Press TOOLS/OPTIONS to display 
[Function List].
Highlighted [DMPORT Control] appears.
5Press  or c.
The available modes, [System GUI], 
[Adapter GUI], and [iPod], appear.
6Press X/x repeatedly to select the mode 
you want, then press  .
The details of each mode are as follows:
 [System GUI]
This mode is for the TDM-iP1/iP50 and 
TDM-NC1. The list of tracks will be 
DMPORT function
Features of DIGITAL MEDIA 
PORT (DMPORT)
Notes
Selecting the operation 
screen
MENU
YELLOW BLUE RED GREEN
GUI MENU
TOOLS/
OPTIONS RETURN/
EXIT
PRESET ADVANCE REPLAY
TUNING
PRESET
TUNING
HOME
DISPLAYGUI 
MENU
C, X, x, c, 
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OPTIONS
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displayed on the TV screen. You can 
select a track you want and play it back on 
each GUI screen.
 [Adapter GUI]
This mode is for the TDM-iP1/iP50 and 
TDM-NC1. The menu of the adapter will 
be displayed on the TV screen.

This mode is for the TDM-iP1/iP50.
If [DMPORT Control] does not appear on 
the screen, refer to the operating instructions 
of the connected component.
When an adapter other than for iPod is 
connected, a hierarchical menu does not 
appear.
When the connected iPod is compatible 
with the video function, a hierarchical menu 
appears, and when the connected iPod is 
incompatible, the message [No Video] 
appears.
To operate the TDM-iP1, TDM-
iP50, or TDM-NC1 using the GUI 
menu of the system
1Make sure that [System GUI] is selected 
in step 5 in “Selecting the operation 
screen” (page 53).
2Press C/X/x/c repeatedly to select the 
content you want from the contents list 
displayed on the GUI screen, then 
press   to play it back.
Operating the component 
connected to the DIGITAL 
MEDIA PORT adapter
MENU
YELLOW BLUE RED GREEN
GUI MENU
TOOLS/
OPTIONS RETURN/
EXIT
PRESET ADVANCE REPLAY
TUNING
PRESET
TUNING
HOME
DISPLAY
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DMPORT function
Contents list for audio
a)Displayed only when M-crew Server is connected.b)Displayed only when a DLNA server other than 
M-crew Server is connected.
c)Displayed as [Genre], [Artist] or [Album], 
depending on setting of [List Mode].
Contents list for video
To operate the TDM-iP1, TDM-
iP50, or TDM-NC1 using the 
adapter menu
Make sure that [Adapter GUI] is selected in step 
6 in “Selecting the operation screen” (page 53).
For details on operating the adapter using the 
adapter GUI menu, refer to the operating 
instructions of the adapter.
To operate the TDM-iP1 or TDM-
iP50 using the iPod menu
Make sure that [iPod] is selected in step 6 in 
“Selecting the operation screen” (page 53).
For details on operating the iPod, refer to the 
operating instructions of the iPod.During playback of the selected track, the 
displayed screen changes depending on the 
connected DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.
iPod Playlists > Playlist > Track
Artists > Artist > Album > Track
Albums > Album > Track
Songs > Track
Genres > Genre > Artist > Album > Track
Composers > Composer > Track
Audiobooks > Audiobook
Network Client Music Surfin
a) > Albumc) > Track
Playlista) > Playlist > Track
Web Radioa) > Station > Program
Music Libraryb) > Album > Track
iPod Movies > Content
TV Shows > Episode > Content
Music Videos > Artist > Content
Video Playlists > Video Playlist > Content
Video Podcasts > Episode > Content
Playing the selected track
Example of a [System GUI] screen
Example of an [Adapter GUI] screen
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You can operate the components connected to 
the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter using the 
following buttons on the system’s remote.
* When a TDM-iP1 is connected, the system 
enters pause mode when x is pressed.
** Fast reverse/forward while pressing and holding 
the m/M button.
Option parameters in the play 
modes
Shuffle (TDM-iP1/TDM-iP50 only)
 [OFF]


Repeat Mode (TDM-iP1/TDM-iP50 only)
 [OFF]


List Mode (TDM-NC1 only)
 [All Tracks]

 [Artist List]
 [Genre List]
Audiobook Speed (TDM-iP50 only)



 The [List Mode] can be used with the [Function List] 
menu even when the list is displayed.
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT message 
list
* TDM-NC1 only.
To Do the following
Play Press N.
Pause Press X. To resume play, 
press the button again.
Stop Press x.*
Find the beginning of a 
track during playback, or 
find the beginning of the 
previous trackPress ..
Find the beginning of the 
next trackPress >.
Skip to the previous album Press <
Skip to the next album ,.
Go reverse/forward Press m/M.**
MENUTOOLS/
OPTIONS RETURN/
EXIT
PRESET ADVANCE REPLAY
TUNING
PRESET
TUNING
TV
MUTINGCHANNELTV CHVOLUMETV VOL

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Message Explanation
[No Adapter] The adapter is not connected.
[No Device] There is no device connected to 
the adapter.
[No Audio] No audio file was found.
[No Video] No video file was found.
[Loading] The data is being read.
[No Server]* There is no server connected.
[No Track]* No track was found.
[No Item]* No item was found.
[Connecting]* Connecting to the server.
[Configuring]* The network is setting up.
[Warning]* Check the display of the 
DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 
adapter.
[Searching]* Searching the server.
 
						

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Surround Sound Functions
Enjoying Surround Sound 
Using Sound Field
This system can create multi channel surround 
sound. You can select one of the optimized 
sound fields from the system’s preprogrammed 
sound fields. 
Available sound fields
* These sound fields are not available when 
“DMPORT” is selected by pressing INPUT 
SELECTOR.
** [Portable Audio] appears only when “DMPORT” is 
selected.
Selecting a sound field
You can select the sound field you want as 
follows.
1Start playing a sound source you want 
to listen to (CD, DVD, etc.).
2Press GUI MENU.
“GUI MENU” appears in the front panel 
display of the subwoofer and the GUI menu 
appears on the TV screen.
3Press X/x repeatedly to select 
[Settings], then press   or c.
The settings menu appears.
4Press X/x repeatedly to select 
[Surround], then press  .
[Sound Field Setup] appears.
5Press X/x repeatedly to select the 
desired sound field, then press  .
Surround Sound Functions
Enjoying the surround 
effects
Sound field Effect
[Standard] Suits various sources.
[Movie]  * Recreates powerful and realistic 
sound, along with clear dialog.
[Drama] * Suited for TV dramas.
[News]  * Produces the announcer’s voice 
clearly.
[Sports] * Produces the play-by-play 
commentary clearly and 
realistic sound with surround 
effects, such as cheering, etc.
[Game] * Produces powerful and realistic 
sound, suited for playing video 
games.
[Music] Suited for music programs or 
music videos on Blu-ray Discs/
DVDs.
[Jazz] Recreates the atmosphere of a 
jazz club.
[Classic] Recreates the atmosphere of a 
classical concert.
[Rock] Produces powerful sound, 
suited for listening to rock 
music.
[Pop] Produces uplifting sound, suited 
for listening to pop music.
[Live] Recreates the atmosphere of a 
live performance.
[Portable Audio] ** Suited to replay portable audio 
source.
MENU
YELLOW BLUE RED GREEN
GUI MENU
TOOLS/
OPTIONS RETURN/
EXIT
PRESET ADVANCE REPLAY
TUNING
PRESET
TUNING
HOME
DISPLAYGUI 
MENU
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6Press GUI MENU.
The GUI menu turns off.
 If you select the [Music] sound field for a 2 channel 
source, the center speaker of the SS-CT500 does not 
output sound.
 The sound fields memorized for each input are 
retained even if you disconnect the AC power cord 
(mains lead).
 Whenever you select a function such as BD or DVD, 
the sound field that was last applied to the function is 
automatically applied again. For example, if you 
listen to DVD with the [Movie] sound field, then 
change to another function, and then return to DVD, 
the [Movie] sound field will be applied again.
To select a sound field on the 
remote
Press SOUND FIELD on the remote.
Each time you press the SOUND FIELD button, 
the sound field changes cyclically.You can adjust the bass and treble level easily.
1Press GUI MENU.
“GUI MENU” appears in the front panel 
display of the subwoofer and the GUI menu 
appears on the TV screen.
2Press X/x repeatedly to select 
[Settings], then press   or c.
The settings menu appears.
3Press X/x repeatedly to select [Tone], 
then press  .
The tone menu appears.
4Press X/x to select [Bass Level] or 
[Treble Level], then press   or c.
 [Bass Level]: adjusts the bass level
 [Treble Level]: adjusts the treble level
5Press X/x to select the desired 
parameter, then press  .
The parameter is from [–6dB] to [+6dB] in 
1 dB steps. The default setting is [0dB].
6Press GUI MENU.
The GUI menu turns off.
Note
Tips
THEATERGUIDE
TOP MENU
JUMP WIDEPICTUREFAVORITES BD/DVD
MENU F1 F2
SOUND
FIELDSYSTEM
MENU
TV
MUTINGCHANNELTV CHVOLUMETV VOL
SOUND 
FIELD
Adjusting the bass and 
treble level
MENU
YELLOW BLUE RED GREEN
GUI MENU
TOOLS/
OPTIONS RETURN/
EXIT
PRESET ADVANCE REPLAY
TUNING
PRESET
TUNING
HOME
DISPLAYGUI 
MENU
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Surround Sound Functions
You can enjoy sound effects and to hear the 
dialog clearly even at a low volume level using 
this function. This function is useful for enjoying 
sound at night.
1Press GUI MENU.
“GUI MENU” appears in the front panel 
display of the subwoofer and the GUI menu 
appears on the TV screen.
2Press X/x repeatedly to select 
[Settings], then press   or c.
The settings menu appears.
3Press X/x repeatedly to select [Audio], 
then press  .
The audio menu appears.
4Press X/x repeatedly to select [Night 
Mode], then press   or c.
5Press X/x to select [ON], then press 
.
“NIGHT” lights up in the front panel 
display of the subwoofer and the sound 
effect is activated.
6Press GUI MENU.
The GUI menu turns off.
Enjoying the sound at low 
volume
(Night Mode)
MENU
YELLOW BLUE RED GREEN
GUI MENU
TOOLS/
OPTIONS RETURN/
EXIT
PRESET ADVANCE REPLAY
TUNING
PRESET
TUNING
HOME
DISPLAYGUI 
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By connecting Sony components compatible 
with “BRAVIA” Sync using an HDMI cable (not 
supplied), operation is simplified as below:
 One-Touch Play: When you play back a 
component such as a Blu-ray Disc/DVD player 
(recorder), the system and the TV are turned on 
automatically and switch to the appropriate 
HDMI input.
 System Audio Control: While watching TV, 
you can select to output the sound from the TV 
speaker or the speakers of the system.
 System Power Off: When you turn off the TV, 
the system and the connected components are 
also turned off simultaneously.
“BRAVIA” Sync is compatible with a Sony TV, 
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, AV amplifier, etc., 
with the Control for HDMI function.
Control for HDMI is a mutual control function 
standard used by CEC (Consumer Electronics 
Control) for HDMI (High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface).
The Control for HDMI function will 
not operate in the following 
cases:
 When you connect this system to a component 
that does not correspond with the Control for 
HDMI function.
 When you connect the system and components 
using other than HDMI connection.
Sony recommends that you connect this system 
to products featuring “BRAVIA” Sync.
 Depending on the connected component, the Control 
for HDMI function may not work. For details, refer to 
the operating instructions of the component.
To use the “BRAVIA” Sync, set the Control for 
HDMI function to on for the system and the 
connected component.
When you connect a Sony TV with the Control 
for HDMI function, the Control for HDMI 
function for the system and the connected 
component can be set simultaneously by setting 
the Control for HDMI function of the TV.
1Make sure that the system is connected 
to the TV and the connected 
components (which should be 
compatible with the Control for HDMI 
function) using HDMI cables (not 
supplied).
2Turn on the system, the TV, and the 
connected components.
3Select the input of the system 
connected to the component you want 
to watch (BD, DVD, SAT/CATV), and 
switch the HDMI input of the TV, so that 
an image from the connected 
component is displayed.
“BRAVIA” Sync features
What is “BRAVIA” Sync?
Note
Preparing for the 
“BRAVIA” Sync
MENU
TV
AVTV INPUT
BD
VIDEO1
YELLOW BLUE RED GREEN
VIDEO2 VIDEO3TUNER/
BAND
ENT/CLEAR
GUI MENU
TOOLS/
OPTIONS RETURN/
EXITHOME
DISPLAY
DV DSAT/CATVDMPORTSYSTEM STANDBY?/1
Input 
buttons
C, X, x, c, 
GUI 
MENU