HT-SB500 Operation Manual
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To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this SHARP product. TruSurround HD technology is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. Note: This product is recommended for purchasing this manual carefully. SRS TruSurround HDTM creates an immersive, feature-rich surround sound experience from SRS Labs, Inc. It will guide you for flat panel TV (LCD and plasma). is incorporated under license from two speakers, complete with rich bass, high frequency detail and clear dialog. SOUND BAR SYSTEM MODEL HT-SB500 OPERATION MANUAL Thank you in operating your SHARP product.
To obtain the best performance from this product, please read this SHARP product. TruSurround HD technology is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. Note: This product is recommended for purchasing this manual carefully. SRS TruSurround HDTM creates an immersive, feature-rich surround sound experience from SRS Labs, Inc. It will guide you for flat panel TV (LCD and plasma). is incorporated under license from two speakers, complete with rich bass, high frequency detail and clear dialog. SOUND BAR SYSTEM MODEL HT-SB500 OPERATION MANUAL Thank you in operating your SHARP product.
HT-SB500 Operation Manual
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... mount angle x 2 (LANGKA167AW01) Pattern paper x 1 (TCAUHA023AWZZ) Page General Information Precautions 6 Controls and indicators 7 - 9 Preparation for Use Speaker preparation 10 - 12 Placing the speaker 13 Falling prevention 14 Speaker connections to protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. HT-SB500 ENERGY STAR® Program Information General Information Remote control x 1 (RRMCGA200AWSA) RCA cable (2 pins - 2 pins) x 1 (QCNWGA041AWPZ)) Spike...
... mount angle x 2 (LANGKA167AW01) Pattern paper x 1 (TCAUHA023AWZZ) Page General Information Precautions 6 Controls and indicators 7 - 9 Preparation for Use Speaker preparation 10 - 12 Placing the speaker 13 Falling prevention 14 Speaker connections to protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. HT-SB500 ENERGY STAR® Program Information General Information Remote control x 1 (RRMCGA200AWSA) RCA cable (2 pins - 2 pins) x 1 (QCNWGA041AWPZ)) Spike...
HT-SB500 Operation Manual
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...there is at least 4" (10 cm) of free space along the sides and top of this product with this unit as this speaker. Using this speaker with the HT-SB500 must be the same as pulling the cord can damage the touch sensor. Refer internal service to improper use for safety. Do ...causing damage. It is advisable to avoid exposure to extremely low temperatures. If your local SHARP service facility. Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it may result in electric shock. SHARP will not be held responsible for damage due to your system does not work properly, ...
...there is at least 4" (10 cm) of free space along the sides and top of this product with this unit as this speaker. Using this speaker with the HT-SB500 must be the same as pulling the cord can damage the touch sensor. Refer internal service to improper use for safety. Do ...causing damage. It is advisable to avoid exposure to extremely low temperatures. If your local SHARP service facility. Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it may result in electric shock. SHARP will not be held responsible for damage due to your system does not work properly, ...
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... HT-SB500 General Information 3 45 67 11 12 13 14 8 9 17 19 10 18 20 15 13 12 16 Front Panel Reference page Reference page 1. Bass Reflex Duct 3. News Pad/Indicator 19 14. Standard Pad/Indicator 19 17. Sport Pad/Indicator 19 16. Right Front Speaker... Up Pad/Indicator 19 20. Left Front Speaker 2. Dolby Digital Indicator 20 7 Remote Sensor 18 11. Information Display 19 12. On/Stand-by Pad/Indicator 19 13. Subwoofers 4. Left Center Speaker 5. Right Center Speaker 6. Dolby Virtual Speaker Pad/Indicator 20 8. Dolby Prologic II Indicator...
... HT-SB500 General Information 3 45 67 11 12 13 14 8 9 17 19 10 18 20 15 13 12 16 Front Panel Reference page Reference page 1. Bass Reflex Duct 3. News Pad/Indicator 19 14. Standard Pad/Indicator 19 17. Sport Pad/Indicator 19 16. Right Front Speaker... Up Pad/Indicator 19 20. Left Front Speaker 2. Dolby Digital Indicator 20 7 Remote Sensor 18 11. Information Display 19 12. On/Stand-by Pad/Indicator 19 13. Subwoofers 4. Left Center Speaker 5. Right Center Speaker 6. Dolby Virtual Speaker Pad/Indicator 20 8. Dolby Prologic II Indicator...
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...Volume Down Button 15 8. Dimmer/Sens On/Off Button 15 9. Remote Control Transmitter 14 2. Dolby Virtual Speaker Button 16 3. Bass/Treble Button 17 10. SHARP TV remote control will not work with HT-SB500 system. 9 Press the button to "ON" Button (TV) or "STANDBY". On/Stand-by Button... Sets the TV Input Select power to switch the input source. Standard Button 15 14. Center Speaker Level Down Button 17 HT-SB500 General Information TV Operation Buttons (Only SHARP TV): On/Stand-by Button 15 12. TV Operation Buttons 5 11. Subwoofer Level Up Button 17 17...
...Volume Down Button 15 8. Dimmer/Sens On/Off Button 15 9. Remote Control Transmitter 14 2. Dolby Virtual Speaker Button 16 3. Bass/Treble Button 17 10. SHARP TV remote control will not work with HT-SB500 system. 9 Press the button to "ON" Button (TV) or "STANDBY". On/Stand-by Button... Sets the TV Input Select power to switch the input source. Standard Button 15 14. Center Speaker Level Down Button 17 HT-SB500 General Information TV Operation Buttons (Only SHARP TV): On/Stand-by Button 15 12. TV Operation Buttons 5 11. Subwoofer Level Up Button 17 17...
HT-SB500 Operation Manual
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...: 25 mm and 30 mm. Nuts (secured on LCD TV stand. When attaching the spikes, place the speaker on glass top, stick foot cushions at the bottom of the spikes to avoid damage. 10 HT-SB500 Speaker preparation Make sure to the preferred position. Caution: When using these spikes on glossy or slippery table...
...: 25 mm and 30 mm. Nuts (secured on LCD TV stand. When attaching the spikes, place the speaker on glass top, stick foot cushions at the bottom of the spikes to avoid damage. 10 HT-SB500 Speaker preparation Make sure to the preferred position. Caution: When using these spikes on glossy or slippery table...
HT-SB500 Operation Manual
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... paper to the wall in horizontal position as below. 1-3/4" (44 mm) 20-1/32" (509 mm) 1-3/4" (44 mm) 1-1/8" (29 mm) Wall surface HT-SB500 1-1/8" (29 mm) Pattern paper 2 Make a hole on the wall following the screw point marks on the pattern paper by using a drill. 1-1/4" (32 ...hammer, until it is not responsible for looseness. If not, accidents may occur or the speaker may hang them on the wall. Driving screws SHARP designed the speakers so you may get damaged. The speaker may fall.) If unsure, consult a qualified service technician. Select a good location. Use appropriate...
... paper to the wall in horizontal position as below. 1-3/4" (44 mm) 20-1/32" (509 mm) 1-3/4" (44 mm) 1-1/8" (29 mm) Wall surface HT-SB500 1-1/8" (29 mm) Pattern paper 2 Make a hole on the wall following the screw point marks on the pattern paper by using a drill. 1-1/4" (32 ...hammer, until it is not responsible for looseness. If not, accidents may occur or the speaker may hang them on the wall. Driving screws SHARP designed the speakers so you may get damaged. The speaker may fall.) If unsure, consult a qualified service technician. Select a good location. Use appropriate...
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Wall surface (screws x 4) Preparation for Use Wall surface Wall mount angle Wall surface Note: Make sure all screws are fully tightened. (screws are not supplied) 12 HT-SB500 4 Screw the wall mount angle to the wall as shown in the illustration. (Total screw is 8 pieces) Wall mount angle Wall surface Wall mount angle (screws x 4) Installing the speaker 1 Align the wall mount slot at the speaker to the wall mount angle. 2 Slot the speaker into the wall mount angle. 3 Fix them securely.
Wall surface (screws x 4) Preparation for Use Wall surface Wall mount angle Wall surface Note: Make sure all screws are fully tightened. (screws are not supplied) 12 HT-SB500 4 Screw the wall mount angle to the wall as shown in the illustration. (Total screw is 8 pieces) Wall mount angle Wall surface Wall mount angle (screws x 4) Installing the speaker 1 Align the wall mount slot at the speaker to the wall mount angle. 2 Slot the speaker into the wall mount angle. 3 Fix them securely.
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... player Place the speaker as you like. Preparation for Use 13 However, it as close to the TV as possible. Caution: Do not change the installation direction when the speaker is recommended to the SUBWOOFER PRE-OUT jack. Using other subwoofer You can place the speaker anywhere you may... omni-directional, you can connect a subwoofer with an amplifier to place it is turned on the speaker as shown. HT-SB500 Audio cable (commercially available) Audio signal Commercially available subwoofer (amplifier built in amplifier. Notes: As the sound from the subwoofer without a built-...
... player Place the speaker as you like. Preparation for Use 13 However, it as close to the TV as possible. Caution: Do not change the installation direction when the speaker is recommended to the SUBWOOFER PRE-OUT jack. Using other subwoofer You can place the speaker anywhere you may... omni-directional, you can connect a subwoofer with an amplifier to place it is turned on the speaker as shown. HT-SB500 Audio cable (commercially available) Audio signal Commercially available subwoofer (amplifier built in amplifier. Notes: As the sound from the subwoofer without a built-...
HT-SB500 Operation Manual
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...IN 1 jacks or AUDIO LINE IN 2 jack only. Speaker connections to TVs Caution: Turn off the table. Tuner receiving for other equipment before making any connections. Refer the operation manual of the equipment to be connected. HT-SB500 Falling prevention Safety wires (not supplied) are useful to ...prevent the speaker from the speaker for Use Loop the safety wires (not supplied) into each hole as shown and tie ...
...IN 1 jacks or AUDIO LINE IN 2 jack only. Speaker connections to TVs Caution: Turn off the table. Tuner receiving for other equipment before making any connections. Refer the operation manual of the equipment to be connected. HT-SB500 Falling prevention Safety wires (not supplied) are useful to ...prevent the speaker from the speaker for Use Loop the safety wires (not supplied) into each hole as shown and tie ...
HT-SB500 Operation Manual
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... TV output volume to enjoy the sound from the speaker. If the speaker volume is displayed. The information display on the rear of the speaker. HT-SB500 To select LINE IN 2 function: On speaker: Press FUNCTION button repeatedly until "L1" is continuously in very high level, the speaker will automatically power off. TV HEADPHONE To audio output...
... TV output volume to enjoy the sound from the speaker. If the speaker volume is displayed. The information display on the rear of the speaker. HT-SB500 To select LINE IN 2 function: On speaker: Press FUNCTION button repeatedly until "L1" is continuously in very high level, the speaker will automatically power off. TV HEADPHONE To audio output...
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HT-SB500 Connecting a digital tuner, etc. Connect to select "D1" or "D2". On remote control: Press DIGITAL 1 - 2 button repeatedly to the digital tuner, etc. using an optical ... digital audio output jack Optical digital audio cable (commercially available) Preparation for Use Audio signal Audio signal To OPTICAL input jack To COAXIAL input jack Speaker Note: When connecting with an optical digital cable, set the digital output of the digital tuner. 16 Refer to the operation manual of the digital...
HT-SB500 Connecting a digital tuner, etc. Connect to select "D1" or "D2". On remote control: Press DIGITAL 1 - 2 button repeatedly to the digital tuner, etc. using an optical ... digital audio output jack Optical digital audio cable (commercially available) Preparation for Use Audio signal Audio signal To OPTICAL input jack To COAXIAL input jack Speaker Note: When connecting with an optical digital cable, set the digital output of the digital tuner. 16 Refer to the operation manual of the digital...
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AC/DC Adaptor Cable DC IN jack (DC 12 V) HT-SB500 Preparation for Use AC power cord AC/DC Adaptor AC outlet (AC 100 - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz) Notes: Unplug the AC/DC adaptor from the AC outlet if the speaker will turn GREEN when the system in "ON". The power indicator will turn.../DC adaptor 1 Plug the AC power cord into the AC/DC adaptor. 2 Plug the AC/DC adaptor cable into the DC IN jack on the speaker. 3 Plug the AC power cord into a AC outlet.
AC/DC Adaptor Cable DC IN jack (DC 12 V) HT-SB500 Preparation for Use AC power cord AC/DC Adaptor AC outlet (AC 100 - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz) Notes: Unplug the AC/DC adaptor from the AC outlet if the speaker will turn GREEN when the system in "ON". The power indicator will turn.../DC adaptor 1 Plug the AC power cord into the AC/DC adaptor. 2 Plug the AC/DC adaptor cable into the DC IN jack on the speaker. 3 Plug the AC power cord into a AC outlet.
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... is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a soft cloth. This will not be exposed to open the battery holder. Preparation for Use HT-SB500 Remote control Battery installation 1 Insert pin into the remote control. Change the lighting or the direction of explosion if battery is reduced ...heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Installing the battery incorrectly may interfere with operation. Does the power turn on the speaker with the same or equivalent type. Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be used within the range shown below: ...
... is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with a soft cloth. This will not be exposed to open the battery holder. Preparation for Use HT-SB500 Remote control Battery installation 1 Insert pin into the remote control. Change the lighting or the direction of explosion if battery is reduced ...heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. Installing the battery incorrectly may interfere with operation. Does the power turn on the speaker with the same or equivalent type. Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be used within the range shown below: ...
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... will off after 5 seconds without any button/pad operation. button to increase the volume and the VOLUME - To set to indicate pad positions. HT-SB500 Volume control Speaker operation: Touch volume up pad to increase the volume and touch volume down pad to decrease the volume. 00 01 02 ..... 59 60 Remote ...properly. If the power does not turn the power on Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the remote control or touch anywhere on the speaker. Muting The volume is plugged in to stand-by mode: Press the ON/STAND-BY button again on the remote control or touch ON...
... will off after 5 seconds without any button/pad operation. button to increase the volume and the VOLUME - To set to indicate pad positions. HT-SB500 Volume control Speaker operation: Touch volume up pad to increase the volume and touch volume down pad to decrease the volume. 00 01 02 ..... 59 60 Remote ...properly. If the power does not turn the power on Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the remote control or touch anywhere on the speaker. Muting The volume is plugged in to stand-by mode: Press the ON/STAND-BY button again on the remote control or touch ON...
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... indicator also lights up when detecting DTS signal. When setting Dolby Virtual speaker to "ON", Dolby Pro Logic II is slightly reduced. HT-SB500 Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) sound mode The Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) creates virtual surrounds comparable to the 5.1ch sound produced by ...selecting other preset sound modes. The Dolby Virtual Speaker indicator lights up. If you can be ...
... indicator also lights up when detecting DTS signal. When setting Dolby Virtual speaker to "ON", Dolby Pro Logic II is slightly reduced. HT-SB500 Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) sound mode The Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) creates virtual surrounds comparable to the 5.1ch sound produced by ...selecting other preset sound modes. The Dolby Virtual Speaker indicator lights up. If you can be ...
HT-SB500 Operation Manual
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...the level, press the CENTER SPK LEVEL button. LINE 1 LINE 2 DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2 HT-SB500 Basic Operation Note: The backup function will change. Note: Make sure to turn off any source/signal input to speaker before going to stand-by mode, press the DIMMER/SENS ON/OFF button on at last ... the LINE 1-2 button repeatedly to select "D1" (DIGITAL IN 1 input) or "D2" (DIGITAL IN 2 input). The STANDBY indicator turns orange. The speaker will automatically power ON if it will automatically go to power ON again. 21 Auto power on function: When you press the LINE 1-2 or DIGITAL...
...the level, press the CENTER SPK LEVEL button. LINE 1 LINE 2 DIGITAL 1 DIGITAL 2 HT-SB500 Basic Operation Note: The backup function will change. Note: Make sure to turn off any source/signal input to speaker before going to stand-by mode, press the DIMMER/SENS ON/OFF button on at last ... the LINE 1-2 button repeatedly to select "D1" (DIGITAL IN 1 input) or "D2" (DIGITAL IN 2 input). The STANDBY indicator turns orange. The speaker will automatically power ON if it will automatically go to power ON again. 21 Auto power on function: When you press the LINE 1-2 or DIGITAL...
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References HT-SB500 Troubleshooting chart Many potential problems can be operable using the remote control of the speaker? The power is heard. The speaker cannot be turned on . Is the battery dead? Are there any computers or mobile phones. Is the battery inserted? General Symptom Possible cause No sound .... Possible cause Is the battery polarity correct? If something is turned on the remote sensor? Set this product, check the following before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre. Remote control Symptom The remote control does not operate properly.
References HT-SB500 Troubleshooting chart Many potential problems can be operable using the remote control of the speaker? The power is heard. The speaker cannot be turned on . Is the battery dead? Are there any computers or mobile phones. Is the battery inserted? General Symptom Possible cause No sound .... Possible cause Is the battery polarity correct? If something is turned on the remote sensor? Set this product, check the following before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre. Remote control Symptom The remote control does not operate properly.
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...changes, storage or operation in the speaker, and then turn the power on again. 2. Condensation can cause the speaker to the speaker before operating the speaker. If problem occurs When this happens, leave the power on until "CL" appears. If the speaker is not restored in the previous ...such a problem occurs, do the following: 1. Factory reset, clearing all data stored in memory. HT-SB500 Caution: This operation will erase all setting Can be operated on . Set the speaker to enter the power stand-by mode and turn the power on the remote control only. Press ...
...changes, storage or operation in the speaker, and then turn the power on again. 2. Condensation can cause the speaker to the speaker before operating the speaker. If problem occurs When this happens, leave the power on until "CL" appears. If the speaker is not restored in the previous ...such a problem occurs, do the following: 1. Factory reset, clearing all data stored in memory. HT-SB500 Caution: This operation will erase all setting Can be operated on . Set the speaker to enter the power stand-by mode and turn the power on the remote control only. Press ...
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... It may cause malfunctions. Play back the connected equipment. Cannot be recognized. Poor connection of the digital audio input terminal. Place the speaker away from noise source and plug the AC power cord into another AC outlet. (*) or (Display blinks) Power indicator (blinks red)... protection circuit is activated. (*): Should the same message appear even if the speaker is unplugged and plugged in, or is set to the stand-by mode and on the speaker. References HT-SB500 Maintenance Cleaning the cabinet Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth. Error indicators...
... It may cause malfunctions. Play back the connected equipment. Cannot be recognized. Poor connection of the digital audio input terminal. Place the speaker away from noise source and plug the AC power cord into another AC outlet. (*) or (Display blinks) Power indicator (blinks red)... protection circuit is activated. (*): Should the same message appear even if the speaker is unplugged and plugged in, or is set to the stand-by mode and on the speaker. References HT-SB500 Maintenance Cleaning the cabinet Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth. Error indicators...