Sony Rht G5 Operating Instructions

							4-170-065-12(1)
Theatre Stand System
©2010 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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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.
The stand is not disconnected from the AC power 
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall 
outlet (mains), even if the stand itself has been turned 
off.
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.
Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be 
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the 
like.
Disposal of Old Electrical 
& Electronic Equipment 
(Applicable in the 
European Union and 
other European 
countries with separate 
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on 
its packaging indicates that this 
product shall not be treated as 
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the 
applicable collection point for the recycling of 
electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this 
product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent 
potential negative consequences for the environment 
and human health, which could otherwise be caused by 
inappropriate waste handling of this product. The 
recycling of materials will help to conserve natural 
resources. For more detailed information about 
recycling of this product, please contact your local 
Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or 
the shop where you purchased the product.
Disposal of waste 
batteries (applicable in 
the European Union and 
other European 
countries with separate 
collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging 
indicates that the battery provided with this product 
shall not be treated as household waste. 
On certain batteries this symbol might be used in 
combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical 
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the 
battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 
0.004% lead.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, 
you will help prevent potentially negative 
consequences for the environment and human health 
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate 
waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the 
materials will help to conserve natural resources. In 
case of products that for safety, performance or data 
integrity reasons require a permanent connection with 
an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced 
by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the 
battery will be treated properly, hand over the product 
at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the 
recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. For all 
other batteries, please view the section on how to 
remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the 
battery over to the applicable collection point for the 
recycling of waste batteries. For more detailed 
information about recycling of this product or battery, 
please contact your local Civic Office, your household 
waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased 
the product.
Notice for customers: the following 
information is only applicable to 
equipment sold in countries applying EU 
directives.
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 
1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The 
Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety 
is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 
70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee 
matters, please refer to the addresses given in separate 
service or guarantee documents.
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WARNING ..............................................4
CAUTION................................................5
Precautions ...............................................6
Getting Started
Supplied accessories ................................7
Setting this stand ......................................8
Connecting the TV and player .................9
Connecting satellite tuner or cable 
television tuner ................................11
Connecting other components................12
Connecting the AC power cord (mains 
lead) .................................................13
Setting up the sound output of the 
connected component ......................13
Playback Options
Index to parts and controls .....................14
Enjoying TV...........................................17
Enjoying other components ...................17
Tuner Functions
Presetting radio stations .........................19
Listening to the radio .............................19
Naming preset stations ...........................20
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) .....21
Surround Function
Enjoying the surround effect ..................22
“BRAVIA” Sync Features
What is “BRAVIA” Sync?.....................23
Preparing for “BRAVIA” Sync .............23
Enjoying Blu-ray Disc/DVD..................24
(One-Touch Play)
Enjoying the TV sound from the 
stand .................................................25
(System Audio Control)
Turning off the stand, TV and the 
connected components .....................25
(System Power Off)
Using the power saving function ...........26
(HDMI PASS THRU)
Setting the Audio Return Channel function 
to off ................................................26
Advanced Settings
Settings and adjustments using the 
amplifier menu ................................ 27
Additional Information
Troubleshooting .................................... 31
Specifications ........................................ 33
Index ...................................................... 36
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Do not lean on or hang from the 
TV when the TV is placed on the 
stand.
The TV may fall from the 
stand causing an accident 
resulting in serious injury 
or death.
Do not move the stand with the 
TV or other equipment installed 
on it.
Be sure to remove 
the TV and other 
equipment when 
moving the stand. If 
you fail to do so, the 
stand may lose 
balance and topple 
over resulting in serious injury.
Do not allow the AC power cord 
(mains lead) or the connecting 
cable to be pinched between the 
TV and the stand.
 The AC power cord (mains 
lead) or the connecting cable 
may be damaged resulting in 
fire or electric shock.
 When moving the stand, be 
careful not to trap the AC 
power cord (mains lead) or the 
connecting cable under the 
stand.
Do not allow children to climb on 
the stand or crawl between the 
shelves.
If children climb on the 
stand or get between 
the shelves, serious 
injury or death can 
result if the glass breaks 
or the stand topples over.
Hold the stand by the base when 
moving the stand.
When moving 
the stand, two 
people must 
hold each end of 
the stand by the 
base.
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Do not place any heated objects 
such as a hot pan or a kettle on 
the stand. 
A top glass panel may break 
and cause injury. Or, it may 
cause damage to the stand.
Do not step on the stand.
You may fall, or break 
the glass and cause 
injury.
Do not subject the top glass panel 
to excessive shock.
This stand uses glass 
with an anti-scatter 
film, but care should 
still be taken. If the 
glass breaks, glass 
fragments could cause 
injury, so observe the 
precautions below.
 Do not hit the glass or 
drop sharp-pointed objects on the glass. Avoid 
excessive shock.
 Do not scratch or poke the glass with sharp-pointed 
objects.
 Do not hit a component on the upper side of a top glass 
panel when installing the component. 
Do not use the top glass panel if it 
is cracked.
Do not use the top glass panel when it is cracked. 
The top glass panel may break and cause severe 
injury.
If the stand becomes unstable, 
retighten the seven screws used 
during installation.
For details, refer to “Theatre Stand System 
Installation Guide” (supplied).
If you keep using the stand when the screws are 
loose, the TV may topple over and cause injury.
Note on load capacity
Do not place any equipment exceeding the 
specified maximum weight on the stand, as 
indicated in the illustration below. Otherwise, it 
may fall or break.
Notes on installation
 Be careful not to pinch your hand or fingers between 
the TV and the stand.
 Do not install the stand in a place subject to direct 
sunlight or near a heater.
 Do not install the stand in a hot or humid place, or 
outdoors.
 Place the stand in a location with adequate ventilation 
to prevent heat buildup and prolong the life of the 
stand.
 Use caution when placing the stand on surfaces that 
have been specially treated (with wax, oil, polish, etc.) 
as staining or discoloration of the surface may result.
 Move the stand only after removing the TV. If you fail 
to do so, the TV may fall from the stand resulting in 
serious injury. Do not hold the grille as it may detach 
from the stand resulting in serious injury. Be careful 
not to pinch your fingers when moving the stand.
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On safety
 Do not place unspecified objects, such as a flower 
vase or pottery on the stand.
 Do not make alterations to the stand.
 Should any solid object or liquid fall into the stand, 
unplug the stand and have it checked by qualified 
personnel before operating it any further.
On power sources
 If you are not going to use the stand for a long time, 
be sure to disconnect the stand 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.
On operation
Before connecting other components, be sure to turn off 
and unplug the stand.
If you have any question or problem concerning your 
stand, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Copyrights
This stand 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 the Symbol are 
registered trademarks & DTS Digital Surround and 
the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product 
includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
This stand 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 in the United 
States and other countries.
“BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
“PlayStation” is a trademark of Sony Computer 
Entertainment Inc.
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Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the stand using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 
+ and – ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.
 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 light from the sun 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.
Getting Started
Supplied accessories
 Remote commander (RM-
ANU032) (1) Digital optical cord for a TV 
(1) Warranty (1)
 Operating Instructions (1)
 Theatre Stand System 
Installation Guide (1)
 Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
 The package also contains the 
parts necessary to assemble the 
stand. For details on the parts and 
assembly, refer to “Theatre Stand 
System Installation Guide” 
(supplied).
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Assembling the stand
The stand requires assembly. For details, refer to 
“Theatre Stand System Installation Guide” 
(supplied).
About the installation position
Install the stand after connecting all the 
components to the stand.
Install the stand after allowing for a space of 
more than 7 cm from the wall. This is to allow 
for heat dissipation and to prevent the TV from 
falling. Installation of the stand requires two or 
more people.
 Be careful not to pinch your fingers when setting up 
the stand.
Preventing the TV from falling
Secure the TV to provide a protective measure 
against earthquakes, etc.
Perform the following steps if you have a Sony 
LCD TV.
1Place the TV on the stand.
The TV should be placed in the center of the 
stand, aligning the rear edge of the TV’s 
base with the stand’s rear edge.
2Fasten the support belt to the stand 
with a wood screw.
You can fasten a wood screw to the 
centrally-positioned hole on the rear of the 
stand.
For details on acquiring the support belt and 
screws, refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with Sony LCD TV.
Setting this stand
Note
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Connect the TV and/or player with HDMI jacks to the stand using an HDMI cable.
By connecting Sony “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible components using HDMI cables, operation can be 
simplified when you set the Control for HDMI function for the TV. See ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” 
(page 23).
 The stand is compatible with the Audio Return Channel (ARC) function. If you connect the stand to the ARC-
compatible TV’s HDMI jack via an HDMI cable, you do not need to connect the TV to the stand with the digital 
optical cord.
 You can see the letters “ARC” beside the TV’s HDMI jack if it is compatible with the ARC function. Even if you 
connect an HDMI cable to the jack, if the HDMI input jack is not compatible with the ARC function, you cannot 
use the ARC function.
 The ARC function is available only when Control for HDMI is set to on.
 All the HDMI jacks on the stand function in the same way. Connect a “PlayStation 3,” etc., to any available HDMI 
jack.
Connecting the TV and player
Notes
ANTENNA
FMCOAXIAL  75    
DMPORT HDMI
TV OUT
ARC BD IN DVD IN
DC 5V 
0.7A MAX SAT/CATV IN
INPUT
R
AUD IO TV OPT
SAT/ 
CATVOPT
DVD COAXLANTENNA
DM PORT HDMI INPUTFM
TV OUT
ARC BD IN DVD IN
R
AUDIO TV OPT
SAT/ 
CATVOPT
DVD COAXLCOAXIAL  75    DC 5V 
0.7A MAX SAT/CATV IN
TVHDMI IN
Digital Audio 
OUT (optical)
HDMI cable 
(not supplied)
HDMI OUT Digital optical cord for a TV 
(supplied)
HDMI OUTHDMI cable 
(not supplied) HDMI cable 
(not supplied)
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 The HDMI jack connections have priority when you connect different components to the stand using the INPUT 
OPT/INPUT COAX and HDMI jacks.
 Even if the stand is turned off (active standby mode), the HDMI signal will be sent from the connected component 
to the TV via the HDMI connection. You can enjoy image and sound from the component on the TV.
Notes on HDMI connections
 Use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you use a Standard HDMI cable, 1080p, Deep Colour, or 3D 
images may not be displayed properly.
 We recommend that you use an HDMI-authorized cable.
 Check the setup of the connected component if an image is poor or the 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 sampling frequency or the number of channels of audio output 
signals from the playback component is switched.
 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 not be output.
In this case, check the specification of the connected component.
 We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable.
 When “TV,” “FM,” “DMPORT” or “AUDIO” is selected for the input source of the stand, video 
signals via the HDMI input jack (BD, DVD, SAT/CATV) that was selected last time are output from 
the HDMI TV OUT jack.
 This system supports Deep Colour, “x.v.Colour,” and 3D transmission.
 To enjoy 3D images, connect 3D-compatible TV and video components (Blu-ray Disc player, Blu-
ray Disc recorder, “PlayStation 3,” etc.) to the system using High Speed HDMI cables, put on 3D 
glasses, and then play back 3D-compatible content.
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