Sony Ht Ss500 Operating Instructions
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Getting Started1: Installing speakers
This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel
speaker system. To fully enjoy theater-like
multi channel surround sound requires five
speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker,
and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer
(5.1 channel).
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-10.png "Page 11
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model name1[HT-SS500]
2-682-472-11 (3)
Getting Started1: Installing speakers
This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel
speaker system. To fully enjoy theater-like
multi channel surround sound requires five
speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker,
and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer
(5.1 channel).
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)...")
11GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Right model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) Getting Started1: Installing speakers This receiver allows you to use a 5.1 channel speaker system. To fully enjoy theater-like multi channel surround sound requires five speakers (two front speakers, a center speaker, and two surround speakers) and a sub woofer (5.1 channel). AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right)...
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You can install your front and surround
speakers on the wall.
1Prepare screws (not supplied)
that are suitable for the hole on
the back of each speaker. See
the illustrations below.
2Fasten the screws to the wall.
The screws should protrude 5
to 7 mm.
3Hang the speakers on the
screws.
Notes
Use screws that are suitable...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-11.png "Page 12
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model name1[HT-SS500]
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You can install your front and surround
speakers on the wall.
1Prepare screws (not supplied)
that are suitable for the hole on
the back of each speaker. See
the illustrations below.
2Fasten the screws to the wall.
The screws should protrude 5
to 7 mm.
3Hang the speakers on the
screws.
Notes
Use screws that are suitable...")
12GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Left model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) You can install your front and surround speakers on the wall. 1Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below. 2Fasten the screws to the wall. The screws should protrude 5 to 7 mm. 3Hang the speakers on the screws. Notes Use screws that are suitable...
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Getting Started2: Connecting speakers
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSub wooferTo connect the speakers
correctly
Check the speaker type by referring to the
speaker label* on the rear panel or at the
bottom of the speakers.
* The center speaker...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-12.png "Page 13
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model name1[HT-SS500]
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Getting Started2: Connecting speakers
AFront speaker (Left)
BFront speaker (Right)
CCenter speaker
DSurround speaker (Left)
ESurround speaker (Right)
FSub wooferTo connect the speakers
correctly
Check the speaker type by referring to the
speaker label* on the rear panel or at the
bottom of the speakers.
* The center speaker...")
13GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Right model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) Getting Started2: Connecting speakers AFront speaker (Left) BFront speaker (Right) CCenter speaker DSurround speaker (Left) ESurround speaker (Right) FSub wooferTo connect the speakers correctly Check the speaker type by referring to the speaker label* on the rear panel or at the bottom of the speakers. * The center speaker...
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3: Connecting the audio/video components
This section describes how to hook up your
components to this receiver. Before you begin,
refer to “Component to be connected” below
for the pages which describe how to connect
the audio/video components.
After hooking up all your components,
proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas”...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-13.png "Page 14
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model name1[HT-SS500]
2-682-472-11 (3)
3: Connecting the audio/video components
This section describes how to hook up your
components to this receiver. Before you begin,
refer to “Component to be connected” below
for the pages which describe how to connect
the audio/video components.
After hooking up all your components,
proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas”...")
14GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Left model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) 3: Connecting the audio/video components This section describes how to hook up your components to this receiver. Before you begin, refer to “Component to be connected” below for the pages which describe how to connect the audio/video components. After hooking up all your components, proceed to “4: Connecting the antennas”...
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Getting StartedThe following illustration shows how to
connect audio components such as Super
Audio CD player or CD player.
Notes
No sound is output when you play a Super Audio
CD disc on a Super Audio CD player connected to
only the SA-CD/CD OPT IN jack on this receiver.
When you play a Super Audio CD disc, connect the...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-14.png "Page 15
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model name1[HT-SS500]
2-682-472-11 (3)
Getting StartedThe following illustration shows how to
connect audio components such as Super
Audio CD player or CD player.
Notes
No sound is output when you play a Super Audio
CD disc on a Super Audio CD player connected to
only the SA-CD/CD OPT IN jack on this receiver.
When you play a Super Audio CD disc, connect the...")
15GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Right model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) Getting StartedThe following illustration shows how to connect audio components such as Super Audio CD player or CD player. Notes No sound is output when you play a Super Audio CD disc on a Super Audio CD player connected to only the SA-CD/CD OPT IN jack on this receiver. When you play a Super Audio CD disc, connect the...
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SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Left
model name1[HT-SS500]
2-682-472-11 (3)
The following illustration shows how to
connect video components such as DVD
player, DVD recorder, satellite tuner or VCR.
If you connect a DVD recorder
Be sure to change the factory setting of the
DVD input button on the remote so that you
can use the button to control your DVD
recorder. For details, see “Changing button...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-15.png "Page 16
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model name1[HT-SS500]
2-682-472-11 (3)
The following illustration shows how to
connect video components such as DVD
player, DVD recorder, satellite tuner or VCR.
If you connect a DVD recorder
Be sure to change the factory setting of the
DVD input button on the remote so that you
can use the button to control your DVD
recorder. For details, see “Changing button...")
16GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Left model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) The following illustration shows how to connect video components such as DVD player, DVD recorder, satellite tuner or VCR. If you connect a DVD recorder Be sure to change the factory setting of the DVD input button on the remote so that you can use the button to control your DVD recorder. For details, see “Changing button...
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model name1[HT-SS500]
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Getting Started4: Connecting the antennas
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and
FM wire antenna.
* The shape of the connector varies depending on
the area code of this receiver.
Notes
To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna
away from the receiver and other components.
Be sure to fully extend the FM wire...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-16.png "Page 17
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model name1[HT-SS500]
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Getting Started4: Connecting the antennas
Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and
FM wire antenna.
* The shape of the connector varies depending on
the area code of this receiver.
Notes
To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna
away from the receiver and other components.
Be sure to fully extend the FM wire...")
17GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Right model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) Getting Started4: Connecting the antennas Connect the supplied AM loop antenna and FM wire antenna. * The shape of the connector varies depending on the area code of this receiver. Notes To prevent noise pickup, keep the AM loop antenna away from the receiver and other components. Be sure to fully extend the FM wire...
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model name1[HT-SS500]
2-682-472-11 (3)
5: Preparing the receiver
and the remote
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Note
Install this system so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.
Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
following procedure. This...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-17.png "Page 18
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model name1[HT-SS500]
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5: Preparing the receiver
and the remote
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Note
Install this system so that the power cord can be
unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.
Before using the receiver for the first time,
initialize the receiver by performing the
following procedure. This...")
18GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Left model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) 5: Preparing the receiver and the remote Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. Note Install this system so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble. Before using the receiver for the first time, initialize the receiver by performing the following procedure. This...
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SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Right
model name1[HT-SS500]
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Getting Started
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
RM-AAU002 remote commander.
Observe the correct polarity when installing
batteries.
Notes
Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
Do not use a new battery with old ones.
Do not mix alkaline batteries and other kinds of
batteries.
Do not...](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-18.png "Page 19
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SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Right
model name1[HT-SS500]
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Getting Started
Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the
RM-AAU002 remote commander.
Observe the correct polarity when installing
batteries.
Notes
Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
Do not use a new battery with old ones.
Do not mix alkaline batteries and other kinds of
batteries.
Do not...")
19GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Right model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) Getting Started Insert two R6 (size-AA) batteries in the RM-AAU002 remote commander. Observe the correct polarity when installing batteries. Notes Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. Do not use a new battery with old ones. Do not mix alkaline batteries and other kinds of batteries. Do not...
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model name1[HT-SS500]
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2Adjust the speaker levels and
balance using the LEVEL menu
so that the level of the test tone
sounds the same from each
speaker.
For details, see “Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu)” (page 27).
Tips
To adjust the level of all speakers at the same
time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also
use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver....](http://img.usermanuals.tech/thumb/72/53455/w300_sony_ht-ss500-operating-instructions-19.png "Page 20
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SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Left
model name1[HT-SS500]
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2Adjust the speaker levels and
balance using the LEVEL menu
so that the level of the test tone
sounds the same from each
speaker.
For details, see “Adjusting the level
(LEVEL menu)” (page 27).
Tips
To adjust the level of all speakers at the same
time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also
use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver....")
20GB C:\Documents and Settings\pc13\Desktop\PMRF_HT- SS500\JC060000_2682472113SS500_GB\2682472113\GB03CON_HT-SS500-CEL.fmmasterpage: Left model name1[HT-SS500] 2-682-472-11 (3) 2Adjust the speaker levels and balance using the LEVEL menu so that the level of the test tone sounds the same from each speaker. For details, see “Adjusting the level (LEVEL menu)” (page 27). Tips To adjust the level of all speakers at the same time, press MASTER VOL +/–. You can also use MASTER VOLUME on the receiver....