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. SOUND BAR SYSTEM MODEL HT-SB500 OPERATION MANUAL is a trademark of SRS Labs, Inc. Note: This product is recommended for flat panel TV (LCD and plasma). TruSurround HD technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.
HT-SB500 SPECIAL NOTES Important Instruction 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS HT-SB500 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
HT-SB500 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued) Important Instruction 18) Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Accessories HT-SB500 Please confirm that only the following accessories are included. Remote control x 1 (RRMCGA200AWSA) RCA cable (2 pins - 2 pins) x 1 (QCNWGA041AWPZ)) Spike x 4 (length: 25 mm) (GLEGMA005AWSA) Foot cushion x 4 (PCUSSA118AWZZ) Products that have earned the ENERGY STAR® are designed to protect the environment through superior energy efficiency. ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark.
HT-SB500 Precautions General Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a wellventilated area and ensure that there is at least 4" (10 cm) of free space along the sides and top of the equipment. General Information 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) 4" (10 cm) Use the speaker on a firm, level surface free from vibration. Keep the speaker away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic fields, excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical equipment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.
Controls and indicators HT-SB500 3 4 5 6 7 2 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 17 19 18 20 15 13 12 16 Front Panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Reference page Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Information Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 On/Stand-by Pad/Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 News Pad/Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Cinema/Game Pad/Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
HT-SB500 General Information 1 2 3 Rear Panel 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Reference page Audio Line In 2 Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Line In 1 Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 DC Input Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Subwoofer Pre-Out Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Optical Digital Audio Input Jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Coaxial Digital Audio Input Jack. . . . . . . . .
Controls and indicators (continued) HT-SB500 2 11 3 4 5 12 13 6 7 8 14 15 9 17 18 19 10 16 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. Reference page Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Dolby Virtual Speaker Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Cinema/Game Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 News Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Volume Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . .
HT-SB500 Speaker preparation Make sure to unplug the AC power cord before installing the speaker or changing the position. Select from three installation methods according to the preferred position. Caution: When using these spikes on glossy or slippery table such as on glass top, stick foot cushions at the bottom of the spikes to avoid slippage. Using foot cushions Preparation for Use Using spikes You may choose from the two different spike lengths provided: 25 mm and 30 mm.
Speaker preparation (continued) HT-SB500 Wall mount angle fixed to the wall (Horizontal position) To mount the speaker on the wall 1 Fix the pattern paper to the wall in horizontal position as below. 1-3/4" (44 mm) 20-1/32" (509 mm) 1-1/8" (29 mm) 1-3/4" (44 mm) Wall surface Pattern paper 1-1/8" (29 mm) 2 Driving screws SHARP designed the speakers so you may hang them on the wall. Use proper screws (not supplied). See below for size and type. 1/8" (3.
HT-SB500 4 Installing the speaker 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 Preparation for Use (screws x 4) (screws x 4) Wall surface Wall mount angle Wall surface Note: Make sure all screws are fully tightened. (screws are not supplied) 12 HT-SB500_A6_EN_US.fm 2009 October 29 1 Align the wall mount slot at the speaker to the wall mount angle. 2 3 Slot the speaker into the wall mount angle.
Placing the speaker HT-SB500 Using other subwoofer Installation image: TV You can connect a subwoofer with an amplifier to the SUBWOOFER PRE-OUT jack. Audio cable (commercially available) Commercially available subwoofer (amplifier built in) Audio signal VCR DVD player To SUBWOOFER PRE-OUT jack Place the speaker as shown. Notes: As the sound from the speaker is omni-directional, you can place the speaker anywhere you like. However, it is recommended to place it as close to the TV as possible.
HT-SB500 Falling prevention Speaker connections to TVs Safety wires (not supplied) are useful to prevent the speaker from falling off the table. Caution: Turn off all other equipment before making any connections. Tuner receiving for other audio system Placing the aerial near the speaker AC power cord may cause noise pick up. Place the aerial away from the speaker for better reception. Preparation for Use Notes: To connect to TV, use either LINE IN 1 jacks or AUDIO LINE IN 2 jack only.
Speaker connections to TVs (continued) Connecting to a TV HT-SB500 Connecting to a TV (with Headphone jack) If the TV/monitor has an audio output, connect it to the LINE IN 1 jacks on the rear of the speaker. If the TV/monitor has headphone jack, connect it to the LINE IN 2 jack on the rear of the speaker. To select LINE IN 1 function: On speaker: Press FUNCTION button repeatedly until “L1” is displayed. On remote control: Press LINE 1-2 button repeatedly until “L1” is displayed.
HT-SB500 Connecting a digital tuner, etc. Connect to the digital tuner, etc. using an optical digital audio cable or a coaxial digital audio cable.
AC power connection HT-SB500 1 2 Plug the AC power cord into the AC/DC adaptor. Plug the AC/DC adaptor cable into the DC IN jack on the speaker. AC/DC Adaptor Cable 3 Plug the AC power cord into a AC outlet. The STANDBY indicator will turn ORANGE when AC power is applied. The power indicator will turn GREEN when the system in “ON”.
HT-SB500 Remote control Battery installation 1 Insert pin into the hole as shown and pull to open the battery holder. Pin Preparation for Use Back of remote control 2 Remove the old battery from the battery holder, insert the new battery and then slide the battery holder back into the remote control. Battery holder Battery type Locking tab Polarity (+) symbol Positive (+) side up Caution: Do not use rechargeable battery (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
General control HT-SB500 Volume auto fade-in If you turn off and on the speaker with the volume set to 40 or higher, the volume starts at 20 and fades in to the last set level. Volume control VOL VOL Speaker operation: Touch volume up pad to increase the volume and touch volume down pad to decrease the volume. 00 01 02 ..... 59 60 Muting To turn the power on Press the ON/STAND-BY button on the remote control or touch anywhere on the display panel.
HT-SB500 Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) sound mode Basic Operation The Dolby Virtual Speaker (DVS) creates virtual surrounds comparable to the 5.1ch sound produced by the 3.1ch speaker. When setting DVS to “ON” for 2 channel stereo signals, Dolby Pro Logic II brings out virtual sound effects through the signals converted into 5.1ch. Press the Dolby Virtual Speaker button. The Dolby Virtual Speaker indicator lights up. ON The Dolby Virtual Speaker creates multichannel-like sound effects.
General control (continued) HT-SB500 Function The speaker level can be adjusted. To increase the level, press the SUBWOOFER LEVEL button. To decrease the level, press the -5 -4 ... +4 +5 SUBWOOFER LEVEL button. Note: When sound from the speaker is distorted, decrease the subwoofer level. Center speaker level control The center speaker level can be adjusted. To increase the level, press the CENTER SPK LEVEL button. To decrease the level, press the CENTER SPK LEVEL button. -5 -4 ...
HT-SB500 Troubleshooting chart 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 authorised SHARP dealer or service centre. General References Symptom Symptom The remote control does not operate properly. Possible cause No sound is heard. Is the input signal (selection) set properly? Is the volume level set to “0”? Is muting activated? Noise is heard during playback.
HT-SB500 Condensation Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an extremely humid environment may cause condensation inside the cabinet or on the transmitter on the remote control. Condensation can cause the speaker to malfunction. If this happens, leave the power on until normal operation is possible (about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter with a soft cloth before operating the speaker. Factory reset, clearing all setting Can be operated on the remote control only.
HT-SB500 Maintenance Error indicators and warnings Cleaning the cabinet Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth. Caution: Do not use chemicals for cleaning (petrol, paint thinner, etc.). It may damage the cabinet finish. Do not apply oil to the inside of each component. It may cause malfunctions. When you fail to perform operations properly, the following messages are displayed on the speaker.
Specifications HT-SB500 Speaker General Power source Power consumption Output power DC IN 12V 4A: AC/DC adaptor (AC 100 - 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz) Power on: 14 W RMS: Total 32 watts RMS: Front Left/Right: 5 watts per channel into 12 ohms at 1kHz, 10% total harmonic distortion Center: 7 watts per channel into 6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% total harmonic distortion Subwoofer: 15 watts per channel into 3 ohms at 100 Hz, 10% total harmonic distortion FTC: Front Left/Right: Minimum 4 watts per channel into 12 ohms at 200 Hz
MEMO MEMO/MEMORÁNDUM 2009 September 3 MEMOS.
MEMO MEMO/MEMORÁNDUM 2009 September 3 MEMOS.
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
