ENGLISH Please refer to pages i to iv and E-1 to E-66. FRANÇAIS 1-BIT DIGITAL RECEIVER WITH DVD AMPLITUNER NUMÉRIQUE 1-BIT AVEC DVD Se reporter aux pages i et iv F-1 à F-66. MODEL MODÈLE SD-HX500 OPERATION MANUAL MODE D’EMPLOI Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product. Nous vous remercions d'avoir porté votre choix sur ce produit SHARP.
SPECIAL NOTES (for Users in the U.S.A.) NOTE CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (for Users in the U.S.A.) 1 Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2 Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (for Users in the U.S.A.) (continued) 15 Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system 19 Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
SPECIAL NOTES REMARQUES SPÉCIALES "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ENERGY STAR® Program Information "DTS" et "DTS Digital Surround" sont des marques déposées de Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR® are designed to protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
ENGLISH SD-HX500 ENGLISH Contents ! General Information Page Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 8 Description of discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories SD-HX500 ENGLISH Please confirm that the following accessories are included. (RRMCGA006AWSA) FM antenna 1 (92LFANT1535A) "AA" size battery (UM/ SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar) 2 (UBATU0001AWZZ) AM loop antenna 1 (QANTL0012AWZZ) System connection cable 1 (QCNWGA004AWPZ) Video cable 1 Copy Protection: (QCNWG0072AWPZ) Cord Holder 2 (LHLDZ1499AWSA) Wall bracket 2 This unit supports Macrovision copy protection.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH Precautions ! General " Ensure the unit is positioned in a well-ventilated area with at least the following amount of free space around the top: 6" (15 cm), sides; 4" (10 cm), and the back: 1-3/8" (3.5 cm). 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) " Do not remove the outer cover, as this may result in electric shock. Refer internal service to your local SHARP service facility. 6" (15 cm) " This unit should only be used within the range of 41°F - 95°F (5°C - 35°C). 1-3/8" (3.
Controls and indicators SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Main unit (front panel) E Reference page 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 20 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 S - Controls and indicators - 2 3 4 F General Information 1 1. Disc Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2. Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 3. Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SD-HX500 Controls and indicators (continued) ENGLISH ! Main unit (side panel) Reference page 1 2 6 7 3 4 8 - Controls and indicators - General Information 5 (Left side) 1 (Right side) 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 1. On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 64 2. Disc Door Open/Close Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 3. Function Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60 4.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Amplifier unit 1. AC Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 2. System Connection Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 3. Subwoofer Pre Output Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 E F (Connect a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier.) 4. Front Speaker Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 5. Center Speaker Terminals . .
SD-HX500 Controls and indicators (continued) - Controls and indicators - General Information ENGLISH 1 14 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 15 16 17 18 33 34 35 36 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 ! Remote control Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the following buttons. Available operations change. Reference page 1. Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 2. MODE 1/MODE 2 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Remote control E Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the following buttons (indicated in blue). Available operations change. Reference page 3 4 5 6 7 8 11 12 13 14 15 Notes: " In "MODE 2", you can use buttons other than the above for the same operations as in "MODE 1". " After operations in "MODE 2", switch to "MODE 1". 16 9 S - Controls and indicators - 2 F General Information 1 10 1. Timer/Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SD-HX500 ENGLISH Description of discs ! Types of playable discs ! DVD-Video The unit can play back discs bearing any of the following marks: A popular type of DVD disc of the same size as a CD, mainly containing video images. DVD DVD-Video Disc for NTSC system DVD-Audio Disc for NTSC system Region number DVD discs are programmed with region numbers indicating countries in which they can be played. This system can play discs with region number "1" or "ALL".
SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! DVD-R/DVD-RW playback ! Icons used on DVD discs " You can play DVD-R and DVD-RW discs recorded in the video mode. " Before playing DVD-R/DVD-RW discs with this unit, finalize them with the equipment used for recording. Check the icons of the DVD jacket before playing your discs. ! SACD (Super Audio CD) An SACD is a high-quality audio disc, capable of recording seven times as much data as a CD. There are three types of SACD: single layer, dual layer and hybrid.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH System installation ! Placing the speaker system Notes: The best surround effect will be achieved by placing each speaker at the same distance from the listening position. It is recommended to arrange the speakers as shown below. Front speaker (left) Center speaker Front speaker (right) " " " " Place the TV halfway between the front speakers. It is recommended that the center speaker be placed near the television.
System connections SD-HX500 ENGLISH E Make sure to unplug the AC power cord before making this connection. Connect the main unit and amplifier unit as follows. Main unit Amplifier unit F Blue Tip: black Black Tip: blue Blue Tip: black Tip: blue System connection cable To connect: To disconnect: Match the colors when connecting the cables. Insert the cable until it clicks, with the arrow side up. Pull the cable straight out pressing the plug.
SD-HX500 Speaker connection 1 ENGLISH " Make sure to leave the AC power cord disconnected when connecting the speakers. " Use a speaker system which has 100 W or more rated power input and 4 - 8 ohm impedance. See page 11 for placing the speakers. To enjoy the high-quality sound of DVD-Audio or SACD discs, it is recommended to connect speakers with a wide frequency range.
Antenna connection ENGLISH ! Connecting speaker wires Supplied FM antenna: Make sure to leave the AC power cord disconnected when connecting the speakers. Connect the speaker wires to the speakers first, then to the unit. When using a speaker wire: Black Connect the AM loop antenna wire to the AM and GND terminals. Position the AM loop antenna for optimum reception. Place the AM loop antenna on a shelf, etc., or attach it to a stand or a wall with screws (not supplied). Approx.
SD-HX500 TV connection ENGLISH If your TV is equipped with an S-video input jack or component video input jacks, purchase an appropriate cable to enjoy higher quality images. When you use a TV supporting progressive scan, open the initial setting screen and set "PROGRESSIVE OUT" to "ON" in "TV MODE" (see page 44). Unplug all equipment before making any connections. Connect a TV with the supplied video cable.
Remote control AC power connection ! Battery installation ! Connecting the AC power cord 1 Open the battery cover. 2 Insert the supplied batteries according to the direction indicated in the battery compartment. SD-HX500 ENGLISH E After checking all the connections have been made correctly, plug the AC power cord of this unit into the AC outlet. AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) F When inserting or removing the batteries, push them toward the battery terminals. 3 Close the cover.
SD-HX500 Setting the clock ENGLISH By setting the unit to the correct time, you can use it not only as a clock but also for timer playback. 3 Press the or button to adjust the hour and then press the ENTER button. " Press the or button once to advance the time by 1 hour. Hold it down to advance continuously. " The 12-hour display will appear. " "AM" will change to "PM" automatically. Press the or button to adjust the minutes and then press the ENTER button.
General control SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Volume control Main unit operation: When the VOLUME control is turned clockwise, the volume will increase. When it is turned counterclockwise, the volume will decrease. Remote control operation: 0 1 2 ..... 38 39 F 40 Press the VOL + button to increase the volume and the VOL - button for decreasing. ! Muting ! To change the display brightness (2 levels) Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and hold down the DISPLAY button for 3 seconds or more.
SD-HX500 Playing a disc ENGLISH ! Playback Main unit " For a wide-screen TV, set the video output to (see page 43). " Turn on the TV, and switch the input to the "VIDEO 1", "VIDEO 2", etc. accordingly. 1 Turn on the power and press the DVD button to set the input to "DVD". - Playing a disc - DVD Operation You can also use the button on the main unit. 2 Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open the disc door. 3 Insert a disc. Label side Tab To avoid damage, insert the disc carefully.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH Notes: Remote control Main unit To stop playback Operation When you press once, "RESUME" appears. Press again to enter the stop mode. While "RESUME" appears, press the button. Playback resumes from the point where it was stopped. (Resume play: See page 25.) To pause playback Not available Press during playback. In the pause mode, press the button. Playback resumes from the point where it was paused. How to place a disc: 1 Turn the playback side as shown on the right.
SD-HX500 Basic operation ENGLISH ! Fast forward/Fast reverse (search) You can search the desired point as you play the disc. 1 While a disc is playing, press the Example: When the - Basic operation - DVD Operation Press the or 1 (about 2 times) button. button is pressed 1/5 1 / 30 00 : 01 : 23 2 or C 1 DVD button repeatedly to select a search speed.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! To start playback from the desired point (direct play) Selecting a title of DVD: TV screen -- /5 8 / 30 01 : 23 : 40 Selecting a track on SACD/CD discs: Press the DIRECT button. You can play back from the desired point by specifying the time. 1 2 Press the DIRECT button. Selecting a chapter of DVD: Press the DIRECT button twice. To play by specifying time (time search): SACD (CD): Press the DIRECT button twice. Unit display " To cancel, press the RETURN button.
SD-HX500 Useful operation ENGLISH 3 Use the or button to select a chapter (track) number, and press the ENTER button. " The number is saved in the confirmation area. DVD-VIDEO PROGRAM T : 1 T C C C C C C 1 2 3 4 5 6 Selection area 1: C 2: C 3: C 4: C 5: C 6: C : 1 1 Confirmation area " Repeat the operation to program another number. " To correct, press the button to move the cursor to the confirmation area, select the chapter (track) number with the or button, and press the CLEAR button.
SD-HX500 ! To play repeatedly (repeat play) You can play a chapter (track) or a title (group) repeatedly by specifying it during playback. During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the button. TV screen Unit display C DVD 08 " On some discs, the repeat play function is disabled. " To repeat SACD/CD programmed play, perform repeat play during playback. " If you press the RANDOM button, the current SACD/CD repeat play is canceled and switched to random play.
SD-HX500 Useful operation (continued) ENGLISH ! Slow-motion play You can slow down the playback speed. 1 2 During playback, set the MODE 1/ MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the SLOW button. Press the SLOW 3 - Useful operation - DVD Operation 1 (about DVD button repeatedly to select a playback speed. 1/2 times) Press the C 11 1/5 1 / 30 00 : 01 : 23 2 (about 1/8 times) 3 (about 1/16 times) button to return to normal playback.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! To zoom images (zoom) E You can magnify images during playback. 1 In the pause mode or during playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the ZOOM button. ZOOM : 1 F ZOOM indicator Pressing the button cycles through the zoom settings as follows: ZOOM: 1 ( 1.2) ZOOM: 2 ( 1.5) ZOOM: 3 ( 2.0) Off (The indicator goes out.). You can change the angle of view when playing a DVD disc that contains scenes recorded from multiple angles.
SD-HX500 Useful operation (continued) ENGLISH ! To select a subtitle or audio language from the disc menu You can select the desired subtitle/audio language and sound system (5.1 ch Dolby Digital or DTS sound) on your DVD if it has a disc menu. 1 2 Example In the stop mode or during playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the MENU button. 1.Highlights 2.Start Movie Press the , , or button to select a subtitle/audio language and press the ENTER button.
Various settings 1 During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the AUDIO button. 2 Press the AUDIO button repeatedly to select the audio language (audio output). 11 D 1 D 2 3 D 2 c h 3: Japanese (Dolby Digital 2 ch) Notes: " The audio language on some DVDs may not be changed. " For available audio languages (audio outputs), see the disc jacket. " When you switch the audio language (audio output) during DVD-Audio playback, the beginning of the track may return.
SD-HX500 Various settings (continued) ENGLISH ! To change the display on the unit 2 During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the DISPLAY button. Each time you press, the display changes. DVD-Video: Title elapsed time Title/Chapter number Chapter elapsed time Group/Track number Group elapsed time Track elapsed time - Various settings - DVD Operation DVD-Audio: After approx.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the DISPLAY button. Each time you press, the display changes. SACD: Track elapsed time Track number Total elapsed time 1 During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the DVD SET UP button. 2 Press the button.
SD-HX500 Playing a DVD-Audio disc ENGLISH Some DVD-Audio discs contain still pictures, or grouped tracks called "bonus group". A 4-digit password may be required to play a bonus group. ! Switching still pictures on a DVD-Audio disc 1 2 Play a DVD-Audio disc (see page 19). During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the PAGE UP or PAGE DOWN button. Each time you press, the image switches.
Playing an SACD disc E On hybrid discs (consisting of an SACD layer and a CD layer), you can select sound to play. 1 2 Insert an SACD disc and press the DVD button. In the stop mode, set the MODE 1/ MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press AUDIO button to select the desired layer. F TV screen MULTI It takes a few seconds to switch the audio output for reading the disc information.
SD-HX500 Playing an SACD disc (continued) ENGLISH ! To play in random order (random play) 1 While in the stop or playback mode, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the RANDOM button. 2 In the stop mode, press the button. All tracks play in random order. To cancel random play, press the RANDOM button. When you press the button, the current random play is canceled. - Playing an SACD disc - SACD and CD Operation The tracks on the disc can be played in random order automatically.
Playing an MP3 disc SD-HX500 ENGLISH You can play back a CD-R/CD-RW disc with tracks recorded in the MP3 format. 2 Select a folder using the , , ton. or E button and press ENTER but- " The track selection screen appears. " Move the cursor to a folder and press the first track. Select a track using the , , or button and press the ENTER button. MUSIC1 MP 3 1TRACK01 3TRACK03 Playback starts from the track.
SD-HX500 Listening to the radio ENGLISH Main unit 1 Turn on the power and press the TUNER (BAND) button to set the input to "FM (AM)". 2 Press the TUNER (BAND) button repeatedly to select the desired frequency band. STEREO FM stereo AM Press the TUNING ( or ) button to tune in to the desired station. Manual tuning: Press the TUNING button as many times as required to tune in to the desired station.
Listening to the memorized station SD-HX500 ENGLISH 1 ! For FM stations, stereo and mono modes are memorized. ! Store the stations in memory, in order, starting with preset channel 1. 2 F Within 5 seconds, press the TUNER PRESET ( or ) button to select the preset channel number. S Within 5 seconds, press the ENTER button to store that station in memory. ! When a new station is stored in memory, the station previously memorized will be erased.
SD-HX500 Listening to the memorized station (continued) ENGLISH " How to enter characters To recall a memorized station: ! Use the character input buttons (0 - 9). Press repeatedly to change the character. ! To move the cursor, press the or button. Character input button Available characters Character input button 0 SPACE - Press the TUNER PRESET ( select the desired station.
Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) SD-HX500 ENGLISH This product is equipped with Dolby Digital and DTS decoders. You can enjoy powerful and high-quality surround sound as if you were on the scene. Dolby Pro Logic reproduces 5.1 channel surround from 2 channel stereo sound. Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Digital Stereo-recorded discs and video tapes Dolby Pro Logic decodes 2 channel stereo sound from discs, videotapes, etc. to reproduce 5.1 channel surround sound.
SD-HX500 Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) (continued) ENGLISH " Audio signal/Speaker indicators Audio signal/Speaker indicators: Audio signal indicators light up for the corresponding audio source, and speaker indicators are illuminated according to signals sent to the speakers. (1) (2) (3)(4) (5) (6) Audio signal indicator Advanced Features - Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) - Speaker indicator (7) (8) (9) (10) (11) (12) (13) Example: When 2.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH You can enjoy spacious sound recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS. Also, Dolby Pro Logic allows you to enjoy spacious 2 channel stereo sound. " Listening to sounds in the multi channel mode (5.1 ch, etc.) DVD (Dolby Digital or DTS) E F While the disc is playing, press the MULTI-CH button. When you press once, the last used setting appears. To change it, press the button repeatedly within 3 seconds.
SD-HX500 Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) (continued) ENGLISH 2 channel stereo sound (CD, VCR, etc.) " Listening to 2 channel stereo sounds While the disc is playing, press the STEREO button. Example: DTS format While the disc is playing, press the MULTI-CH button. Example: 2-ch stereo sound Advanced Features - Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) - You can enjoy 2 channel stereo sound. Dolby Pro Logic converts 2 channel stereo sound of CDs, etc. to 5.1 channel.
Changing the initial setting of DVD SD-HX500 ENGLISH A new setting will be retained even if the unit is set to the stand-by mode. If you want to restore or change the setting, reset it. 3 Press the or button to select a setting item and press the ENTER button. For setting items, see the table on page 43. E OSD LANGUAGE SETUP ENGLISH E S PA Ñ O L SVENSKA FRANÇAIS NEDERLANDS I TA L I A N O F SELECT ENTER ENTER 4 Press the , , ENTER button.
SD-HX500 Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) ENGLISH Setting TV MODE Selectable parameters (* indicates initial settings.) TV MODE Description Reference page Select according to the TV. P. 44 * PROGRESSIVE OUT ON OFF* If the TV supports progressive scan, select "ON" to enjoy high resolution images. If not, set to "OFF". P. 44 DVD-AUDIO AUDIO* VIDEO Some DVD-Audio discs contain both DVD-Audio and DVD-Video contents. Select either as default. P.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH Setting When playing a wide image (16:9) disc, the left and right sides of the image are cut (pan scan) to display a natural-looking 4:3 size image. A wide image disc without pan scan is played back in letterbox . A 4:3 disc is played in 4:3. When playing a wide image (16:9) disc, black bands are inserted at the top and bottom and you can enjoy full wide images (16:9) on a 4:3 size TV.
SD-HX500 Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) ENGLISH ! Disc language Indicator AUDIO ! Selecting a language for "DISC LANGUAGE", etc. Setting A language for audio can be set. You can specify a language for dialogues and narration. English ou nk y ci Mer Advanced Features On the initial setting screen, select "DISC LANGUAGE" (see steps 1 - 3 on page 42), and select "MENU" and press the ENTER button.
Changing the default settings of the amplifier SD-HX500 ENGLISH Change settings according to the connected speakers. 4 E If you press during the operation, you can go back one step. Speaker size setting (See pages 46, 47.) Speaker delay setting (See page 47.) Speaker level setting (See page 48.) Test tone (See page 48.) Changing crossover frequency (See page 49.) F Example: CT CT FR FR FL SW SW SL SR SL 10 feet (3.
SD-HX500 Changing the default settings of the amplifier (continued) ENGLISH 4 Within 10 seconds, press the select their sizes. or button to To set sizes of other speakers, repeat the operation from step 3. 5 Press the RETURN button twice. Advanced Features - Changing the default settings of the amplifier - The setting is complete.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Test tone If sounds from the speakers are uneven, you can equalize them by adjusting the speaker levels. You can check each speaker sound by a test tone. Readjust the volume set in "Speaker level setting". 1 Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the AMP SET UP button. 1 2 Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the AMP SET UP button. Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select "SP LEVEL", and press the ENTER button.
SD-HX500 Changing the default settings of the amplifier (continued) ENGLISH ! Changing crossover frequency Advanced Features - Changing the default settings of the amplifier - Change the level above which subwoofer frequencies are cut, to adjust the balance with the front speakers. When the speaker setting is "SMALL", low frequencies from the speaker are cut. It is recommended to set the level slightly above that of the lowest front speaker frequency (the lowest reproducible frequency).
Timer playback Setting the timer SD-HX500 ENGLISH The unit starts playback or turns on the radio at a specified time. This unit has 2 types of timer functions: "once timer" and "daily timer". E Once timer: Once timer playback works for one time only at a preset time. Use when... You want to listen to a radio program on the day. (After operation, the timer setting is canceled.) F Daily timer: Daily timer playback works at the same preset time every day. Use when...
SD-HX500 Setting the timer (continued) ENGLISH 1 Turn on the power, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TIMER/SLEEP button. 2 Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select "TIMER ONCE" or "TIMER DAILY", and press the ENTER button. Once timer 7 Switch the input with the button. or button, and then press the ENTER " Available playback sources: DVD/CD, TUNER, TV, VCR, AUX 1 and AUX 2.
Operations after setting the timer 1 SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! In the timer stand-by mode After setting the timer E Checking the timer setting: 1 2 3 Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TIMER/SLEEP button. Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select "TIMER ONCE" or "TIMER DAILY", and press the ENTER button. Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select "ONCE CALL" or "DAILY CALL", and press the ENTER button.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH Sleep timer The unit turns off at a specified time when listening to a disc or the radio. To confirm the remaining sleep time: 1 2 While "SLEEP" appears, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TIMER/SLEEP button. Within 10 seconds, press the or button to select "SLEEP". Remaining sleep time " The remaining sleep time is displayed for about 10 seconds. " You can change the remaining sleep time while it is displayed by pressing the ENTER button (steps 3 - 4).
Operating the connected TV You can operate Sharp TVs with the remote control. Change the remote control setting if operating other manufacturers' TV, or if you cannot operate a Sharp TV. SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Changing the TV registration 1 While holding down the TV button, enter the manufacturer setting number (4 digits). 2 Release the TV button. E F The setting is registered and the TV can be operated with the remote control of this unit. Notes: 1 2 Press the TV I button to turn on the TV.
SD-HX500 Operating the connected TV (continued) - Operating the connected TV - Advanced Features ENGLISH TV manufacturer Setting number CURTIS MATHES 1005, 1009, 1011, 1012, 1013, 1014, 1015, 1016, 1020, 1021, 1036, 1038, 1044, 1048, 1050 DAEWOO 1007, 1011, 1017, 1019, 1021, 1036, 1041, 1042 DAYTRON 1007 DENON 1020 DUMONT 1006, 1007 DWIN 1044, 1046 ELECTRONBAND 1001 EMERSON 1007, 1010, 1011, 1021, 1029, 1030, 1031, 1032, 1037, 1041, 1042 ENVISION 1009 ETRON 1043 FISHER 1021 FORTRESS 1044 FUJITSU 1031 F
Storing volume, surround or amplifier settings SD-HX500 ENGLISH You can recall volume, surround or amplifier settings you stored (up to 4 settings) with a simple operation. Settings are stored in sound pattern buttons by default. 3 Within 5 seconds, press a SOUND PATTERN (A/B/C/D) button. Example: When you press the SOUND PATTERN A button. E To store in other buttons, repeat from step 1.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH Mounting the unit on the wall ! Attaching the wall bracket 1 Remove the stand. 2 3 Route all connection cables through the wall bracket. Attach the wall bracket. Main unit Main unit - Mounting the unit on the wall - Advanced Features Wall bracket Screw Amplifier unit Place the main unit and amplifier unit on a cushion or a soft cloth to avoid damage. Amplifier unit Wall bracket Screw " Fix them securely with the screw removed in step 1. " Do not use other screws.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH Note: (*) VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) is an organization to promote the standardization of digital imaging device for PCs. Types of fittings: Fittings must satisfy the following. " Compatible with the VESA standard. " Have a gap of 3.973" (100 mm) 3.973" (100 mm) between the screw holes on the section to be attached. " Sturdy and stable to prevent fall or breakage. 3.973" (100 mm) " Install brackets properly following the operation manual.
SD-HX500 Connecting other equipment ENGLISH Turn off the other equipment before making this connection. ! An optical digital cable, audio digital cable and audio cable are not supplied. ! If using an audio cable, purchase one without resistance. If you use an audio cable with resistance, sound volume will decrease.
SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Audio connection to TV ! Audio connection to a digital tuner You can listen to TV sound from the speakers by connecting the main unit using an optical digital cable, audio digital cable or audio cable (not supplied). You can listen to sound from the digital tuner, etc. from the speakers by connecting the main unit using an optical digital cable or audio cable. To listen to TV sound: To listen to the digital tuner: Turn the power on and press the TV button.
SD-HX500 Connecting other equipment (continued) ENGLISH ! Digital connection to a digital audio recorder, etc. Turn off the other equipment before making this connection. An optical digital cable and audio cable are not supplied. You can record sound on a digital audio recorder by connecting to the digital audio output jack using an optical digital cable. Amplifier unit When connecting a digital audio recorder to the digital audio output jack, set " DIGITAL" to "D-PCM" (see page 42).
Maintenance ! Cleaning the cabinet ! Cleaning the laser pickup lens Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap solution, then with a dry cloth. Do not touch the laser pickup lens. If fingerprints or dust accumulate on the pick- Laser up, clean it gently with a dry cotton swab. pickup lens " Do not use chemicals for cleaning (gasoline, paint thinner, etc.). It may damage the cabinet finish. " Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit. It may cause malfunctions.
SD-HX500 Troubleshooting chart ENGLISH Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician. If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorized SHARP dealer or service center. ! General Symptom References - Troubleshooting chart - No sound is heard.
SD-HX500 ! DVD/CD player Reference page Even though a disc is loaded, " Is the disc loaded upside down? "NO PLAY" is displayed. " Is the disc very dirty? Playback sounds are " Does the disc satisfy the standards? skipped. " Is the unit located near excessive vibrations? " Has condensation formed inside the unit? The control buttons do not " Is the disc very dirty? function. Music or video play- " Does the disc satisfy the standards? back is interrupted.
SD-HX500 Language code list for disc language ENGLISH References - Language code list for disc language - Code Language name Code Language name Code Language name Code Language name AA Afar FY Frisian MG Malagasy SN Shona AB AF AM AR Abkhazian Afrikaans Amharic Arabic GA GD GL GN Irish Scots Gaelic Galician Guarani MI MK ML MN Maori Macedonian Malayalam Mongolian SO SQ SR SS Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati AS AY AZ BA BE BG Assamese Aymara Azerbaijani Bashkir Byelorussian Bulga
Specifications SD-HX500 ENGLISH Audio signal Frequency characteristics 4 Hz to 44 kHz (sampling rate: 96 kHz) CD: 4 Hz to 20 kHz ! Main unit (SACD/DVD player unit) Including the stand Width: 13-7/8" (351 mm) Height: 8-5/8" (220 mm) Depth: 6" (152 mm) Excluding the stand Width: 13-7/8" (351 mm) Height: 8-1/8" (205 mm) Depth: 3-1/2" (90 mm) Weight Audio output terminals Audio input terminals Monitor output terminals Other terminals Signal system Supported disc types Video signal 6.6 lbs. (3.
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