Sony Satellite TV System DST HD500 User Manual

2-663-710-11(2)  
High Definition  
Digital Receiver  
DST-HD500  
MENU  
OK  
Operating Guide  
© 2005 Sony Corporation  
 
Table of contents  
Thank you for choosing this Sony product.  
Before operating the receiver, please read this instruction manual  
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.  
Safety information- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2  
Accessories supplied - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4  
Overview of the remote control - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5  
Overview of the receiver - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 6  
Getting started - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7  
Connecting the receiver to a TV/display screen - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 7  
Inserting batteries into the remote control - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11  
Easy Setup procedure - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 11  
Using the menu system- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12  
General operation - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12  
Program List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12  
Favorite List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 12  
Install menu - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 13  
Setup menu - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 15  
Other Features - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17  
Teletext- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17  
Picture In Picture (PIP)- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17  
Picture Freeze- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17  
Audio Select - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17  
i-Plate display - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 17  
Additional information- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18  
Connecting a VCR/DVD recorder - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 18  
Connecting a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 20  
Using the remote control to operate other TVs - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 21  
Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 22  
Channels Available (as of July 2004) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 23  
Troubleshooting- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 24  
Index - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25  
Should you experience a problem with this receiver, please refer to the troubleshooting section on page 24. If  
you are unable to rectify the problem, contact the Sony Australia Helpline on 1300 13 SONY (7669).  
Please ensure you have the following information before calling the helpline:  
Date of purchase:  
Serial number:  
Model number:  
DST-HD500  
Post code:  
Detailed fault description:  
Hardware version:  
Software version:  
Note:You can check the Hardware and Software versions by using the menu system of this receiver. Page 12  
explains how to access the menu, page 15 explains how to access the ‘Setup’ menu and page 16 explains  
how to display the Hardware and Software versions. (Information option).  
The serial number is located on the rear of the receiver.  
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Table of contents  
 
 
Accessories supplied  
TV  
/
/
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
RF cable  
OK  
Batteries  
LIST  
RETURN  
MENU  
PROG  
AC Cord  
DIGITAL TERRESTRIAL  
RECEIVER  
Remote control  
Y/Pb/Pr Cable  
AV Cable  
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Accessories supplied  
 
   
Overview of the remote control  
1 Mute button %  
qa Volume +/- button 2  
Press to increase/decrease  
the TV volume level.  
TV  
/
Press to mute the sound on  
your TV. Press again to  
restore.  
/
1
2
3
qs  
qd  
qf  
qg  
Note:These buttons only work  
once you have configured the  
remote control to operate your  
brand of TV (refer to page 21).  
Note:This button will only work  
once you have configured the  
remote control to operate your  
brand of TV (refer to page 21).  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
qs Standby button l/1  
Press to switch off your  
receiver temporarily. Press  
again to resume normal  
operation.  
6
9
4
5
2 TV PROG +/- buttons  
Press to select the next or  
previous channel.  
Note:This button will only work  
once you have configured the  
remote control to operate your  
brand of TV (refer to page 21).  
qh  
qj  
Note:When the receiver is  
turned on, it takes a few  
seconds for the system to warm  
6
7
up. During this interval,  
DST-  
will be displayed in the  
3 Video Input button t  
Press to select signals  
from equipment connected  
to the TV set.  
OK  
front panel. Please wait until the  
image shows up on the screen.  
qk  
ql  
qd TV standby button l/1  
Press to switch off your TV  
temporarily. Press again to  
resume normal operation.  
Note:This button will only work  
once you have configured the  
remote control to operate your  
brand of TV (refer to page 21).  
Note:This button will only work  
once you have configured the  
remote control to operate your  
brand of TV (refer to page 21)  
and may not be compatible  
with some Sony plasma  
displays.  
8
9
0
LIST  
RETURN  
MENU  
4 Numbered Buttons  
Press to enter a channel  
number, your password or  
a numeric entry in a menu.  
Note:For channel numbers 10  
and above, enter the  
PROG  
qf Teletext button  
Press to display teletext  
(refer to page 17).  
qa  
w;  
qg Video Format button  
Press to select the video  
format that best suits your  
display (refer to page 15).  
seconds.  
5 Picture In Picture button  
DIGITAL TERRESTRIAL  
RECEIVER  
qh Picture Freeze button  
Press to freeze the picture.  
Press again to cancel the  
freeze. (refer to page 17).  
Note:Sound will be muted  
Press to display the ‘PIP  
Program’ menu (refer to  
page 17).  
6 Favorite List button  
Press to display the  
Favorite List (refer to  
page 12).  
when using the freeze function.  
qj i-Plate display button  
Press this button to display  
information about the  
current channel and  
program (refer to page 17).  
7 Audio button 9  
Press to display the  
present audio status you  
are listening to, and press  
again to change to another  
page 17).  
OK  
qk Control pad  
Use the V, v, B, b and OK  
buttons to navigate through  
the menu system and store  
any changes you make.  
8 LIST button  
Press to display the  
Program List (refer to  
page 12).  
ql MENU button  
Press to enter the main  
menu.  
w; PROG +/- button  
Press to select the next or  
previous channel stored on  
your receiver.  
9 RETURN button  
Press this button to cancel  
a selection or to go back  
one step in a menu.  
Note:Once you have used the  
Favorite List to select and view a  
channel, pressing PROG +/-  
buttons will select only channels  
from your Favorite List. To  
0 Coloured buttons  
These buttons are used to  
select the coloured options  
available in some text  
displays.  
cancel this, select a different  
channel using the Program List.  
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Overview of the remote control  
 
   
Overview of the receiver  
Front View  
1 (Power)  
indicator  
Remotecontrol  
sensor  
Channel  
information  
Control pad  
V (PROG+), v (PROG-), B, b and OK buttons  
MENU  
OK  
1 (Power) button  
MENU  
button  
Note:When the receiver is turned on, it takes a few seconds for the system  
to warm up. During this interval, DST-HD500 will be displayed in the front  
panel. Please wait until the image shows up on the screen.  
Composite  
video output  
Rear View  
HDMI output  
Power  
External AC IN  
(100-240V, 50-60Hz)  
HD/Component  
Audio Digital  
Coaxial output  
RF input  
output  
RF IN  
Y
DIGITAL  
COAX.  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
P
b
r
P
RF OUT  
OPTICAL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
RS-232  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
S-Video output  
Audio Digital  
Optical output  
RS-232  
Audio Analog  
L/R output (x2)  
RF output  
For connection to a  
PC (for software  
upgrade)  
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Overview of the receiver  
 
   
Getting Started  
Connecting the receiver to a TV/display screen  
Note:Before connecting, ensure all equipment is disconnected from the mains supply.  
Connecting to an HD TV/display screen via HDMI  
Rear of TV/display screen (with HDMI input)  
RF cable (supplied)  
RF IN  
To mains  
AC Cord  
(supplied)  
HDMI cable  
RF IN  
Y
P
P
DIGITAL  
COAX.  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
b
r
RF OUT  
OPTICAL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
RS-232  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
Connect your aerial cable to the socket labelled RF IN on the  
1
2
rear of the receiver.  
Connect the supplied RF cable from the socket labelled RF  
OUT on the rear of the receiver to the aerial socket on your  
TV/display screen.  
Connect an HDMI cable (not supplied) from the socket labelled  
HDMI on the rear of the receiver to the HDMI input socket on  
your TV/display screen. (When using an HDMI connection, it is  
not necessary to connect the AV cable.)  
3
4
Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC IN socket on the  
rear of the receiver to your mains socket (100 - 240V AC,  
50/60Hz).  
7
Getting Started  
 
   
Getting Started  
Connecting to an HD TV/display screen via Component output  
Rear of TV/display screen  
HD IN  
RF cable (supplied)  
Video jack  
(not required)  
Y
P
P
RF IN  
b
r
L
R
Y/Pb/Pr  
cable  
(supplied)  
To mains  
AV cable (supplied)  
AC Cord  
(supplied)  
Video jack  
(not required)  
RF IN  
Y
P
P
DIGIT
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
b
r
COAX
RF OUT  
OPTICAL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
RS-232  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
Connect your aerial cable to the socket labelled RF IN on the  
rear of the receiver.  
1
Connect the supplied RF cable from the socket labelled RF  
OUT on the rear of the receiver to the aerial socket on your  
TV/display screen.  
2
3
4
Connect the supplied Y/Pb/Pr cable from the sockets labelled  
Y, PB and PR on the rear of the receiver to the component input  
sockets on your TV/display screen.  
Connect the supplied AV cable from the sockets labelled L, and  
R on the rear of the receiver to the audio input sockets on your  
TV/display screen. (The yellow video jack does not need to be  
connected.)  
Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC IN socket on the  
rear of the receiver to your mains socket (100 - 240V AC,  
50/60Hz).  
5
8
Getting Started  
 
Getting Started  
Connecting to an SD TV/display screen via S-Video  
Rear of TV/display screen  
RF cable (supplied)  
RF IN  
Video jack (not required)  
S-VIDEO  
AUDIO  
L
R
S-Video  
cable (not  
supplied)  
To mains  
AC Cord  
(supplied)  
AV cable (supplied)  
Video jack  
(not required)  
RF IN  
Y
DIGITL  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
P
b
r
COAX
P
RF OUT  
OPTICAL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
RS-232  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
Connect your aerial cable to the socket labelled RF IN on the  
1
2
rear of the receiver.  
Connect the supplied RF cable from the socket labelled RF  
OUT on the rear of the receiver to the aerial socket on your  
TV/display screen.  
Connect an S-Video cable (not supplied) from the socket  
labelled S-VIDEO on the rear of the receiver to the S-Video  
input sockets on your TV/display screen.  
3
4
Connect the supplied AV cable from the sockets labelled L, and  
R on the rear of the receiver to the audio input sockets on your  
TV/display screen. (The yellow video jack does not need to be  
connected.)  
Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC IN socket on the  
rear of the receiver to your mains socket (100 - 240V AC,  
50/60Hz).  
5
9
Getting Started  
 
Getting Started  
Connecting to an SD TV/display screen via Composite Video  
Rear of TV/display screen  
RF cable (supplied)  
RF IN  
AV IN  
V
L
R
AV cable (supplied)  
To mains  
AC Cord  
(supplied)  
RF IN  
Y
DIGITAL  
COAX.  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
P
b
r
P
RF OUT  
OPTICAL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
RS-232  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
Connect your aerial cable to the socket labelled RF IN on the  
1
2
rear of the receiver.  
Connect the supplied RF cable from the socket labelled RF  
OUT on the rear of the receiver to the aerial socket on your  
TV/display screen.  
Connect the supplied AV cable from the sockets labelled  
CVBS, L, and R on the rear of the receiver to the audio/video  
input sockets on your TV/display screen.  
3
4
Connect the supplied AC cord from the AC IN socket on the  
rear of the receiver to your mains socket (100 - 240V AC,  
50/60Hz).  
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Getting Started  
 
Getting Started  
Inserting batteries into the remote control  
1
2
Push and lift up the release clip to  
remove the battery cover.  
Insert the supplied batteries as  
indicated inside the battery  
compartment.  
Easy Setup procedure  
Easy Setup screen  
Press the 1 (Power) button on the front of the receiver. When  
the receiver is switched on for the first time, the ‘Easy Setup’  
screen is displayed.  
1
2
With the Time Setup option highlighted, press the b or OK  
button. Then press the V or v buttons to select your state/region.  
Note:This option allows you to set the time zone in which you are using  
the receiver. This will ensure that the time displayed on the i-Plate is  
correct.  
Easy Setup  
VIC  
Time Setup  
Full Scan  
Quick Scan  
Select your State / Region.  
Select  
:
Confirm  
:
Exit  
:
Press the V or v buttons to highlight Full Scan or Quick Scan  
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to preset channels.  
‘Full Scan’ All available channels are tuned and stored. This  
procedure may take up to 15 minutes.  
‘Quick Scan’ All expected channels in your area are tuned and  
stored. You will need to select your nearest city to  
help speed up this procedure.  
Press the OK button to begin the autotune procedure. A display  
appears showing a tuning progress bar and the channels found.  
When autotune procedure has finished, the Program List is  
displayed, showing all the available channels.  
4
Press the OK button to remove the Program List and view the  
first channel captured.  
Alternatively, press the v button to select a different channel.  
Press the OK button to remove the Program List and view the  
selected channel.  
If no channels are found  
If no channels have been captured and stored, a message  
appears on screen to inform you.  
1
Check your aerial cable is connected, then press the MENU  
2
button and select Install menu to repeat the autotune  
procedure.  
If you are still unable to receive signals, please have your aerial  
checked by an aerial installation company.  
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11  
Getting Started  
 
       
Using the menu system  
General operation  
All the menus of this receiver are accessed by pressing the MENU button on the remote control or the front  
panel.  
Use the following buttons to operate the menu:  
1
- Press the V or v button to highlight the required option.  
- Press the OK or b button to enter the option.  
- Press the V, v, B and b buttons to alter settings.  
- Press the OK button to store each change you make,  
- or press the RETURN button to cancel.  
Press the RETURN button to go back one step or press the  
MENU button to return to normal operation.  
2
Most menu screens will automatically disappear after 90 seconds with  
no buttons being pressed.  
Program List  
The Program List is a list of the available channels.  
Program List  
Press the MENU button to display the menu system.  
1
With the  
symbol highlighted, press the b or OK button to  
2
display the Program List.  
Program List  
Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required channel.  
Ten HD  
06-0012  
06-0013  
06-0014  
06-0015  
06-0016  
06-0017  
3
4
Ten Digital  
Ten Digital  
Ten Digital  
Ten Digital  
Ten Digital  
Press the OK button to exit the Program List and display the  
selected channel.  
Select  
:
Confirm  
:
EXIT  
:
Alternatively, in normal operation, press the LIST button on the remote  
control to display the ‘Program List’.  
Favorite List  
Favorite List  
Favorite List 1  
The Favorite List allows you to store your favorite channels in a list for  
easy access.  
To watch a Favorite channel  
Press the MENU button to display the menu system.  
1
With the  
symbol highlighted, press the V or v buttons to  
2
highlight Favorite List 1 or Favorite List 2. Press the b or OK  
Digital ABC  
Digital SBS  
Digital 10  
07-0018  
08-1008  
04-0032  
buttons to display the Favorite List.  
Press the V or v buttons to highlight your favorite channel.  
3
4
Select  
:
Confirm  
:
EXIT  
:
Press the OK button to exit the Favorite List and display the  
selected channel.  
Once you have used the Favorite List to select and view a channel,  
pressing the PROG +/- buttons will select only channels from your  
Favorite List. To cancel this, select a different channel using the  
Program List.  
Alternatively, in normal operation, press the  
button on the remote  
control to cycle through ‘Favorite List 1’, ‘Favorite List 2’ and exit from  
the Favorite List.  
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Using the menu system  
 
           
Using the menu system  
Install menu  
The Install menu allows you to tune in new channels automatically or  
manually, and set a parental rating for programs.  
Install menu  
Press the MENU button to display the menu system.  
1
Press the v button to highlight the  
symbol. Press the b or OK  
2
button to display the Install menu.  
Install  
Full Scan  
Full Scan  
Quick Scan  
Manual Scan  
Program Edit  
Favorite Preset  
All the available channels were captured and stored when the  
receiver was first installed. This option allows you to repeat that  
process, searching for all available channels.  
Searches all available channels, but takes a longer time.  
Confirm BACK EXIT  
Select  
:
:
:
:
With the Full Scan option highlighted, press the b or OK button to  
scan. For further instructions, please refer to the ‘Easy Setup  
procedure’ on page 11.  
Quick Scan  
All the available channels were captured and stored when the  
receiver was first installed. This option allows you to repeat that  
process, searching for all the expected channels in your area.  
With the Quick Scan option highlighted, press the b or OK button to  
scan. For further instructions, please refer to the ‘Easy Setup  
procedure’ on page 11.  
Manual Scan  
This option allows you to manually capture and store channels. Due  
to the technical nature of the settings, it is recommended that only  
experienced service personnel use this option.  
Program Edit  
This option allows you to edit the program list.  
With the Program Edit option highlighted, press the b or OK button  
to confirm. Press the V or v button to highlight the required setting  
(refer to table below). Press the OK button to confirm.  
Skip  
This option allows you to skip unwanted  
programs as you move through the channels by  
pressing PROG +/- buttons.  
With the Skip option highlighted, press the b or  
OK button to confirm. Press the V or v buttons to  
highlight the program to be skipped, then press  
the OK button. Press the V or v button to ‘On’. To  
cancel the skip channel, set it back to ‘Off’. Press  
the OK button to confirm.  
Program Sorting This option allows you to set the program list  
sequence to your preference.  
With the Program Sorting option highlighted,  
press the b or OK button to confirm. Press the V  
or v buttons to highlight the program you want to  
move and press the OK button. Press the V or v  
buttons to shift it to the new position. Press the  
OK button to confirm.  
Favorite Preset  
This option allows you to preset Favorite List 1 and Favorite List 2.  
With the Favorite Preset option highlighted, press the b or OK  
button. Press the V or v button to choose Favorite List 1 or Favorite  
List 2.  
Setting favorite programs will give you easier access to the programs  
you view most often.  
In Favorite List 1 or Favorite List 2, press the V or v buttons to  
highlight the desired number, and then press the OK button. Press  
the V or v buttons to choose the program you want to allocate. Press  
the OK button to confirm.  
continued...  
13  
Using the menu system  
 
                 
Using the menu system  
Parental Control  
This option allows you to set a parental guidance level. Programs that  
exceed the set level can only be viewed after entering the correct  
password.  
Install  
With the Parental Control option highlighted, press the b or OK  
button. You will need to enter your password to access this menu. The  
password is initially set to ‘0000’. For better security, the password  
can be changed in the ‘Change Password’ option. Enter your  
password as requested using the Numbered buttons on the remote  
control. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required setting (refer  
to the following options). Press the OK button to confirm.  
Quick Scan  
Manual Scan  
Program Edit  
Favorite Preset  
Parental Control  
Sets a parental rating and changes password.  
Select  
:
Confirm  
:
BACK  
:
EXIT  
:
Parental Rating  
With the Parental Rating option highlighted, press the b or OK  
button to adjust. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required  
setting (refer to the table below). Press the OK button to confirm.  
Block All  
All programs need a password to view.  
To lock ‘General’ and above programs.  
Block G and above  
Block PG and above  
To lock ‘Parental Guidance’ and above  
programs.  
Block M and above  
Block MA and above  
Block AV and above  
Block R and above  
To lock ‘Mature’ and above programs.  
To lock ‘Mature Adult’ and above programs.  
To lock ‘Adult/Violence’ and above programs.  
To lock ‘Restricted’ and above programs.  
No Block (default setting) No programs need a password to view.  
Change Password  
This option allows you to change the default password (0000) to a  
more memorable one.  
With the Change Password option highlighted, press the b or OK  
button to adjust. Enter the new password using the Numbered  
buttons on the remote control. Enter the new password again.  
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Using the menu system  
 
     
Using the menu system  
Setup menu  
The Setup menu allows you change various settings.  
Setup menu  
Press the MENU button to display the menu system.  
1
2
Press the v button to highlight the  
symbol. Press the b or  
OK button to display the Setup menu.  
Setup  
Video / Audio Setup  
Time Setup  
Video/Audio Setup  
This option enables you to enjoy video and audio in various  
environments.  
NSW/ACT  
Restore to Default  
S/W Update  
Information  
With the Video/Audio Setup option highlighted, press the b or OK  
button to adjust. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required  
setting (refer to table below). Press the OK button to adjust.  
Select  
:
Confirm  
:
BACK  
:
EXIT  
:
16:9 (Full Screen)  
Video Format  
This option allows you to set the picture quality.  
With the Video Format option highlighted, press  
the b or OK button to adjust. Press the V or v  
buttons to ‘1080i’, ‘720p’, ‘576p’ or ‘576i’. Press  
the OK button to confirm.  
Note: If you have a high definition screen we  
recommend that you select the ‘1080i’ setting. If you  
have a standard definition screen it is likely that the  
‘576i’ setting is the only setting suitable for your display.  
Please check the specification of your TV or display  
screen by referring to the manufacturer’s instruction  
manual.  
4:3 (Full Screen Crop)  
Alternatively, in normal operation, press the  
button on the remote control to cycle through all  
the settings until the best quality display is seen.  
Note:When the video format is changed, the picture  
might be slightly disturbed during the transition between  
video formats. This does not indicate a malfunction.  
Aspect Ratio  
This option allows you to set the aspect ratio.  
With the Aspect Ratio option highlighted, press  
the b or OK button to adjust. Press the V or v  
buttons to ‘16:9 (Full Screen)’, ‘4:3 (Full Screen  
Crop)’, or ‘4:3 (Letter Box)’. Press the OK button  
to confirm.  
4:3 (Letter Box)  
Note: ‘16:9 (Full Screen)’ is for use with a widescreen  
TV/display screen.  
‘4:3 (Full Screen Crop) is for use with a non-widescreen  
TV/display screen. The picture is stretched to fill the  
screen. As a result, some of the picture may not be  
visible.  
‘4:3 (Letter Box) is for use with a non-widescreen TV/  
display screen. The full picture is shown with black bars  
at the top and bottom of the picture.  
Audio Output  
Control  
This option allows you to set the priority for audio  
output (when Dolby Digital and MPEG audio are  
available).  
With the Audio Output Control option  
highlighted, press the b or OK button to adjust.  
Press the V or v buttons to ‘Dolby Digital’, or  
‘MPEG’. Press the OK button to confirm.  
MPEG Volume  
Control  
This option allows you to adjust MPEG audio  
level to Dolby Digital audio level.  
With the MPEG Volume Control option  
highlighted, press the b or OK button. Press the  
B or b buttons to adjust the audio level. Press the  
OK button to confirm.  
continued...  
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Using the menu system  
 
                     
Using the menu system  
Time Setup  
This option allows you to set the time zone in which you are using the  
receiver. This will ensure that the time displayed on the i-Plate is  
correct.  
With the Time Setup option highlighted, press the b or OK button to  
adjust. Press the V or v buttons to highlight the required setting. Press  
the OK button to confirm.  
Restore to Default  
This option allows you to reset all the settings to factory default. It is  
recommended that you only use this option when you move to a new  
area.  
With the Restore to Default option highlighted, press the b or OK  
button to adjust. Press the B or b buttons to highlight ‘Yes’. Press the  
OK button to confirm. Once the receiver has restarted, you will need to  
perform the initial tuning setup procedure (refer to page 11).  
S/W Update  
This option allows the software in your receiver to be upgraded. It is  
recommended that this is performed ONLY by experienced Sony  
service personnel. Please contact your local Sony service centre for  
details on this option.  
Information  
This option displays the receiver’s current hardware and software  
versions. You may be asked to quote these details when contacting  
your local Sony service centre.  
With the Information option highlighted, press the b or OK button to  
display the current hardware and software versions. Press the  
RETURN button to cancel.  
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Using the menu system  
 
         
Other Features  
Teletext  
If the broadcast program contains teletext, the icon  
is displayed on  
the i-Plate display (see below). Press the  
button to display the  
teletext. You can now use the teletext service in the same way as if  
using a traditional analogue TV.  
Picture In Picture (PIP)  
This feature allows you to view a different sub-channel in a window and  
also access multiview services (when available from broadcaster, e.g  
different camera angles).  
Press the  
button to display the PIP menu. Press the V or v buttons  
to select the required channel/multiview service. Press the OK button to  
confirm.  
Note:Depending on the broadcast signal, the image displayed on the PIP sub  
screen may be smaller than its frame size.  
To remove the PIP:  
Press the  
button to display the PIP menu. Press the V or v buttons  
to select ‘PIP OFF’. Press the OK button to confirm.  
Picture Freeze  
This feature allows you to freeze the screen (e.g. to make a note of a  
telephone number). Press the  
button to freeze the picture. Press  
again to cancel the freeze (the picture quickly catches up with the  
broadcast).  
Note:Sound will be muted when using the freeze function.  
Audio Select  
This feature allows you to select which language or audio type to listen  
to (when available from broadcaster). Press the 9 button to display the  
present audio status you are listening and press the 9 button again to  
change other audio output.  
i-Plate display  
i-Plate display  
This feature gives you information on the current channel and also the  
current and next programs. Press the  
button to display the i-Plate.  
This shows the date, time, whether the channel has teletext, whether  
multi (MPEG and Dolby Digital) audio program available and whether  
the picture is available in high definition or standard definition (HD or SD  
is displayed).  
i-Plate  
Current Program  
Sports Update  
Ten HD 06-0012  
May 27,2005 18:55 - 1925  
Detail  
Picture 576i  
Audio MPEG En  
A
Japanese venture recently announced  
that they have developed  
a
new style of  
Press the b button to display information on the following program.  
beef called Bright Smarty Extreme (BSE).  
They are row ready to export it North  
America.  
Press the  
operation.  
button again (or the MENU button) to return to normal  
Next Program  
:
Exit  
:
Time : 19:35  
The following icons may be displayed on the i-Plate display according to  
the program.  
: SD (or HD)  
: Teletext  
: Parental rating  
: multi audio program  
Note:The code coming after MPEG determines the language type.  
Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language  
Af  
Afrikaans  
El  
Greek  
Ita Italian  
Spa Spanish  
Tam Tamil  
Afr Afrikaans  
Ar Arabic  
Ell Greek  
En English  
Eng English  
Jpn Japanese  
Kan Kannada  
Kor Korean  
Tel Telugu  
Ara Arabic  
Zho Chinese  
U1 Unknown 1  
U2 Unknown 2  
Aus Australian  
Ben Bengali  
Bn Bengali  
Chi Chinese  
De German  
Deu German  
Dut Dutch  
Fr  
French  
Mal Malayalam  
Fra French  
Fre French  
Gem German  
Ger German  
Gre Greek  
Nl  
Dutch  
Nld Dutch  
Pan Panjabi  
Por Portuguese  
Raj Rajasthani  
Rus Russian  
San Sanskrit  
Hi  
Hindi  
Egy Egyptian  
Hin Hindi  
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Other Features  
 
                   
Additional Information  
Connecting a VCR/DVD recorder  
Note: Before connecting, ensure all equipment is disconnected from the mains supply.  
Connecting to an HD VCR/DVD recorder  
RF IN  
Y
DIGITAL  
COAX.  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
P
P
b
r
RF OUT  
OPTICL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUPUT  
RS32  
ADIO UTPUT  
Video jack  
RF cable  
(not required)  
Y/Pb/Pr  
cable  
AV cable  
Video jack  
(not required)  
IN  
V
L
OUT  
To TV  
aerial socket  
R
P
r
P
b
Y
Rear of VCR/DVD recorder  
Connecting to an S-Video VCR/DVD recorder  
RF IN  
Y
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
P
P
b
COAX.  
r
RF OUT  
OPTICL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
RS-232  
ADIO UTPUT  
Video jack  
(not required)  
S-Video  
cable  
RF cable  
AV cable  
Video jack  
(not required)  
IN  
V
L
OUT  
To TV  
aerial socket  
R
S-VIDEO  
Rear of VCR/DVD recorder  
18  
Additional Information  
 
     
Additional Information  
Connecting to a Composite VCR/DVD recorder  
RF IN  
Y
DIGITAL  
COAX.  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
P
P
b
r
RF OUT  
OPTICL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO UTPUT  
RS-232  
ADIO UTPUT  
AV cable  
RF cable  
IN  
V
L
OUT  
To TV  
aerial socket  
R
Rear of VCR/DVD recorder  
19  
Additional Information  
 
Additional Information  
Connecting a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc.  
Notes on connecting Hi-Fi equipment: This receiver can be connected to your Hi-Fi using either a digital optical cable or  
an audio cable (stereo/mono).  
Before connecting, ensure all equipment is disconnected from the mains supply.  
Connecting to a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc. via Optical output or Coaxial output  
RF IN  
Y
DIGITAL  
COAX.  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
P
b
r
P
RF OUT  
OPTICAL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
RS-232  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
Digital coaxial  
cable  
COAXIAL  
Digital optical cable  
or  
OPTICAL  
Rear of Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc.  
Connecting to a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc. via audio cable  
RF IN  
Y
DIGITAL  
COAX.  
ANALOG  
CVBS  
L
L
P
b
r
P
RF OUT  
OPTICL  
R
R
S-VIDEO  
ANT.  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
RS-232  
ADIO UTPUT  
Audio cable  
L
R
Rear of Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, etc.  
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Additional Information  
 
   
Additional Information  
Using the remote control to operate other TVs  
The remote control supplied with your receiver can be programmed to operate  
TVs made by other manufacturers. The following instructions guide you  
through the set up procedure.  
TV l/1 button  
Find the three-digit code for your brand of TV from the list below.  
1
TV  
Whilst holding down the TV l/1 button on the remote control, enter the  
2
/
/
three-digit code using the Numbered buttons.  
Press the OK button to store, then release the TV l/1 button.  
3
Turn on your TV and check that the remote control operates the main  
4
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
functions. If not, repeat steps 2 - 3 and enter the next three-digit code  
allocated to your brand of TV.  
Notes: If your TV is not listed below it is not supported by this remote control.  
The brand code you set may be lost if weak batteries are not replaced  
immediately. Should this happen, use the above procedure to re-enter the code.  
Even if your TV is listed in the table below, in some instances you may not be  
able to operate all of the available TV functions.  
OK  
Brand  
Aiwa  
Akai  
Code  
Brand  
Mitsubishi  
Mivar  
Code  
036, 055  
045  
059, 060, 062, 063, 064,  
065, 066, 067, 068  
029, 106  
LIST  
RETURN  
MENU  
Beijing  
022  
NEC  
020, 053, 058, 063, 094,  
097  
Blaupunkt  
CGE  
071  
Noblex  
Nokia  
022  
046, 106  
031, 059, 097  
023, 024, 025  
011, 098, 099  
034, 038, 039  
010, 017, 021, 115  
046, 078, 097, 100  
052, 119, 158, 159  
061  
PROG  
Daewoo  
Ferguson  
Finlux  
017, 037, 069  
027, 061, 073  
030  
Onwa  
Panasonic  
Peony  
Funai  
032, 054, 056, 057, 120  
018, 063, 068, 075  
015, 020  
Philco  
Goldstar  
Gradiente  
Grundig  
Hitachi  
Philips  
Pioneer  
Saba  
DIGITAL TERRESTRIAL  
RECEIVER  
019, 071, 072, 076, 106  
010, 047. 058, 064, 075,  
077, 078, 079, 080, 082  
Samsung  
012, 033, 034, 035, 059,  
063, 064, 067, 121  
ITT  
028, 059, 107, 083  
Sanyo  
013, 016, 049, 050, 059,  
063, 067, 118  
Jinxing  
JVC  
038  
Sears  
Sharp  
013  
007, 023, 024, 025, 042,  
058, 060, 065, 073  
006, 051, 058  
Konka  
LG  
040, 037, 088, 093, 095  
018, 063, 068, 075, 121  
084  
Sony  
TCL  
001, 002, 003  
041  
Loewe  
Magnavox  
Thomson  
Toshiba  
026, 061  
046, 081  
008, 014, 048, 058, 062,  
072, 104, 118  
Matsui  
058, 059, 060, 061, 062,  
063, 064, 071, 076, 086,  
087, 089, 090, 091, 092,  
096  
Zenith  
009  
Matsushita  
043, 044  
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Additional Information  
 
   
Additional Information  
Specifications  
Compliant Standard  
DVB-T, MPEG-2  
RF Input  
Frequency:  
51-858MHz  
Loop Through:  
Bandwidth:  
51-858MHz  
6/7/8 MHz  
Connector:  
IEC-Female  
Demodulator:  
FFT Mode:  
COFDM  
2K,8K  
Constellation:  
Guard Interval:  
Inner Coding Rate:  
QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM  
1/4,1/8,1/16,1/32  
1/2,2/3,3/4,5/6,7/8  
Video  
Formats:  
MP@ML, MP@HL  
Aspect Ratio:  
Picture Resolution:  
4:3, 16:9  
1920 x 1080i, 1280 x 720p, 720 x 576p, PAL: 720 x 576i  
Output Connector  
Composite:  
RCA jack  
Component (Y/Pb/Pr): RCA jacks  
S-Video:  
HDMI  
Mini Din  
HDMI jack  
Audio  
Formats:  
Dolby Digital, MPEG (I and II)  
SPDIF, Coaxial Digital, RCA jacks  
Output Connector:  
Data  
Serial Data Port:  
RS-232  
>256  
OSD  
Number of Colours:  
Application System Resources  
CPU:  
RAM Memory:  
Flash Memory:  
306MIPS  
64 MB SDRAM  
2 MB  
Power Supply  
Input Voltage:  
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz  
18W  
Consumption (max.):  
Dimensions  
Size (W x D x H):  
Weight:  
Approx. 360 x 270 x 80mm  
Approx. 2.8kg  
Environmental Data  
Operating Temperature: 5 - 40ºC  
Storage Temperature:  
-40 - 65ºC  
Supplied Accessories  
Remote Control, type RM-X1022 (1)  
AA size batteries (2)  
RF Cable (1)  
AC Cord (1)  
AV Cable (1)  
Y/Pb/Pr Cable (1)  
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice  
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Additional Information  
 
   
Additional Information  
Channels Available (as of July 2004)  
City  
Identifier  
Channel and  
Middle Frequency  
Transmitter Location  
Start Date  
Adelaide  
Digital 7  
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz  
VHF 8 - 191.625MHz  
VHF 11 - 219.5MHz  
VHF 12 - 226.5MHz  
UHF 33 - 564.5MHz  
Mt Lofty  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
Digital 9  
Main Transmitter - Mt Lofty  
Main Transmitter - Mt Lofty  
Main Transmitter - Crafers  
Main Transmitter - Mt Lofty  
Digital 10  
Digital ABC  
Digital SBS  
Brisbane  
Melbourne  
Perth  
Digital 7  
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz  
VHF 8 - 191.625MHz  
VHF 11 - 219.5MHz  
VHF 12 - 226.5MHz  
UHF 36 - 585.5MHz  
Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha  
Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha  
Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha  
Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha  
Main Transmitter - Mt Coot-tha  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
Digital 9  
Digital 10  
Digital ABC  
Digital SBS  
Digital 7  
Digital 9  
Digital 10  
Digital ABC  
Digital SBS  
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz  
VHF 8 - 191.625MHz  
VHF 11 - 219.5MHz  
VHF 12 - 226.5MHz  
UHF 29 - 536.5MHz  
Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong  
Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong  
Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong  
Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong  
Main Transmitter - Mt Dandenong  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
Digital 7  
Digital 9  
Digital 10  
Digital ABC  
Digital SBS  
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz  
VHF 8 - 191.625MHz  
VHF 11 - 219.5MHz  
VHF 12 - 226.5MHz  
UHF 29 - 536.5MHz  
Main Transmitter - Bickley  
Main Transmitter - Walliston  
Main Transmitter - Carmel  
Main Transmitter - Bickley  
Main Transmitter - Bickley  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
Sydney  
Digital 7  
VHF 6 - 177.5MHz  
VHF 8 - 191.625MHz  
VHF 11 - 219.5MHz  
VHF 12 - 226.5MHz  
UHF 34 - 571.5MHz  
Main Transmitter - Artarmon  
Main Transmitter - Willoughby  
Main Transmitter - Artarmon  
Main Transmitter - Gore Hill  
Main Transmitter - Gore Hill  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
1/1/2001  
Digital 9  
Digital 10  
Digital ABC  
Digital SBS  
Batchelor  
QQQ -51  
SBS -54  
ABD -69  
NTD -60  
TND -63  
IMP -66  
UHF 50 - 683.5MHz  
UHF 53 - 704.5MHz  
UHF 56 - 725.5MHz  
UHF 59 - 746.5MHz  
UHF 62 - 767.5MHz  
UHF 65 - 788.5MHz  
Canberra  
CTC -7  
ABC -9  
WIN -31  
CBN -34  
SBS -28  
VHF 6 -177.5MHz  
VHF 9A - 205.5MHz  
VHF 11 - 219.5MHz  
VHF 12 - 226.5MHz  
VHF 30 - 543.5MHz  
Telstra Tower Black Mountain  
Telstra Tower Black Mountain  
Telstra Tower Black Mountain  
Telstra Tower Black Mountain  
Telstra Tower Black Mountain  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
Darwin  
SBS -28  
ABD -6  
NTD -8  
TND -34  
UHF 29 - 536.5MHz  
UHF 30 - 543.5MHz  
UHF 31 - 550.5MHz  
UHF 32 - 557.5MHz  
Deloraine Rd  
Deloraine Rd  
Deloraine Rd  
Deloraine Rd  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
Newcastle  
NBN -3  
UHF 36 - 585.5MHz  
UHF 53 - 704.5MHz  
UHF 51 - 690.5MHz  
Mt Sugarloaf  
30/6/2001  
NEN -54  
NRN -57  
Broadcast Site Mt Sugarloaf Range 30/6/2001  
Broadcast Site Mt Sugarloaf Range 30/6/2001  
ABHN -5A/4B UHF 37 - 592.5MHz  
SBS -45  
Mt Sugarloaf  
Mt Sugarloaf  
30/6/2001  
30/6/2001  
UHF 38 - 599.5MHz  
Wollongong WIN -59  
CTC -62  
UHF 36 - 585.5MHz  
UHF 37 - 592.5MHz  
UHF 38 - 599.5MHz  
UHF 51 - 690.5MHz  
WIN Tower Knights Hill  
NTL Tower Knights Hill  
WIN Tower Knights Hill  
NTL Tower Knights Hill  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
30/6/2002  
CBN -65  
ABWN -56  
SBS -53  
UHF 54 - 711.625MHz NTL Tower Knights Hill  
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Additional Information  
 
   
Additional Information  
Troubleshooting  
Problem  
Solution  
(1) The receiver front panel power indicator doesn’t (a) Check the mains lead and make sure it is  
light up, and no message on the front panel.  
connected to a stable power outlet.  
(b) Check if the set top box is in ‘Standby’ mode by  
pressing the I/1 (Standby) button on the remote  
control.  
(2) Has message on the front panel but no picture  
on your TV screen.  
(a) Press the MENU button on the remote control or  
front panel to call up the On Screen Display.  
(b) Make sure the connector type between the set  
top box and your TV set matches each other.  
(c) Check the brightness level of your TV screen.  
(3) Poor picture quality.  
(a) Check the antenna and make sure it is aligned  
to the correct direction. Use receiver’s ‘Manual  
Scan’ option to check the signal’s BER and RF  
Level when aligning the antenna.  
(b) If you use any kind of amplifier to boost the  
signal level, please check that it is functioning  
adequately.  
(c) Refer to solutions in item (2) above.  
(4) No audio service.  
(a) Check the receiver and your TV’s volume are  
properly set and not in ‘mute’ mode.  
(b) Check the audio connectors are correctly and  
firmly connected.  
(c) Make sure the receiver switch is set to the  
correct Audio mode: Dolby Digital or PCM  
(MPEG).  
(d) Check the left and right audio channel.  
Sometimes the preferred audio service is set in  
the left or right channel only. Please refer to  
‘Audio Select’.  
(5) No video service.  
If there is a music banner being displayed, then there  
is ONLY audio available on this channel (for example,  
a radio channel).  
(6) Does not have all the channels available after  
using ‘Auto Scan’ when installing the receiver.  
(a) Try ‘Full Scan’ to scan the missing channels  
instead of ‘Quick Scan’. Some new channels  
may be available in your area.  
(b) Try getting your aerial installation checked for  
good quality reception.  
(7) Cannot lock signal by using ‘Manual Setup’.  
(8) No Teletext.  
(a) Check the frequency you enter is exactly the  
centre frequency of the required channel.  
(b) Refer to solutions in item (3) above.  
(a) Make sure the channel you are watching  
provides a teletext service.  
(b) Press the  
button on the remote control again  
to confirm there is not teletext service.  
Enter the Setup menu and use the ‘Restore to  
(9) Cannot receive channels after moving the  
receiver between cities (e.g. from Melbourne to default’ option to clear the channel memory, then  
Sydney).  
enter the Install menu and use ‘Full Scan’ or ‘Quick  
Scan’ for your new area to scan through all the  
channels again.  
On Screen Error Message  
Message  
Solution  
(1) Bad Signal.  
(a) Check the antenna is connected correctly to the  
tuner input (ANT. RF IN) of the receiver.  
(b) Refer to solutions in item (3) above.  
(2) Database is empty  
Press the MENU button to call up OSD menu for  
channel search.  
Press menu for installation.  
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Additional Information  
 
   
Additional Information  
Index  
16:9 (Full Screen), 15  
4:3 (Full Screen Crop), 15  
4:3 (Letter Box), 15  
O
Overview,  
receiver, 6  
remote control, 5  
A, B  
Accessories, supplied, 4  
Aspect Ratio, 15  
P, Q  
Parental Contorol, 14  
Parental Rating, 14  
Picture Freeze, 17  
Picture In Picture (PIP), 17  
Program Edit, 13  
Audio Output Control, 15  
Audio Select, 17  
Batteries, inserting into the remote control, 11  
Program List, 12  
Program Sorting, 13  
Quick Scan, 13  
C, D  
Change Password, 14  
Channels Available, 23  
Connecting,  
to a DVD recorder, 18  
to a Hi-Fi, Home Theatre, 20  
to a TV, 7  
R
Receiver overview, 6  
Remote control of TV, 21  
Remote control overview, 5  
Restore to Default, 16  
to a VCR, 18  
E, F  
Easy Setup procedure, 11  
Favorite List, 12  
Favorite Preset, 13  
Full Scan, 13  
S
Safety information, 2  
Setup menu, 15  
Skip, 13  
Specifications, 22  
S/W Update, 16  
G, H, I, J, K  
Information, 16  
Install menu, 13  
i-Plate display, 17  
T
Table of contents, 3  
Teletext, 17  
Time Setup, 16  
Troubleshooting, 24  
L, M, N  
Manual Scan, 13  
Menu system, general operation, 12  
MPEG Volume Control, 15  
U, V, W, X, Y, Z  
Video Format, 15  
Video/Audio Setup, 15  
25  
Additional Information  
 
 
 
 
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