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Sharp SD-HX500 Operation Manual

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1-BIT DIGITAL RECEIVER WITH DVD
AMPLITUNER NUMÉRIQUE 1-BIT AVEC DVD
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. Pour
en tirer le meilleur parti, veuillez lire ce mode d'emploi très attentivement.
MODEL
MODÈLE
SD-HX500
OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D'EMPLOI
ENGLISH
Please refer to
pages i to iv and
E-1 to E-66.
FRANÇAIS
Se reporter aux
pages i et iv
F-1 à F-66.

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  • Page 1 It will guide you in operating your SHARP product. Nous vous remercions d'avoir porté votre choix sur ce produit SHARP. Pour en tirer le meilleur parti, veuillez lire ce mode d'emploi très attentivement.
  • Page 2 SPECIAL NOTES 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. Explanation of Graphical Symbols: The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
  • Page 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system 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. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an an- tenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-...
  • Page 5 SPECIAL NOTES REMARQUES SPÉCIALES "DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. "DTS" et "DTS Digital Surround" sont des marques déposées de Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    SD-HX500 ENGLISH Contents ! General Information Accessories ............2 Precautions .

  • Page 7: Accessories

    Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Cor- poration, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless other- wise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. SD-HX500 ENGLISH...

  • Page 8: Precautions

    1-3/8" (3.5 cm) other types of accident, causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from the use of this unit with a voltage other than that specified.

  • Page 9: Controls And Indicators

    25.FM Stereo Receiving Indicator ......35 Reference page Indicator ....... 38 SD-HX500 ENGLISH...
  • Page 10 Controls and indicators (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH (Left side) 10 11 ! Main unit (side panel) (Right side) ! Main unit (rear panel) 10.AM Antenna Terminal ........14 11.System Connection Jacks .
  • Page 11 SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Amplifier unit 1. AC Power Cord ......... 16 2.

  • Page 12: Remote Control

    Controls and indicators (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Remote control Set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the following buttons. Avail- able operations change. 1. Remote Control Transmitter .......16 2.
  • Page 13 18.DVD Slow Button ........25 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". SD-HX500 ENGLISH Reference page...

  • Page 14: Description Of Discs

    Description of discs SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Types of playable discs The unit can play back discs bearing any of the following marks: DVD-Video Disc for NTSC system DVD-R for NTSC system Recorded in the video mode (*) Some DVD discs may not function as described in the manual. See the disc jacket for restrictions.

  • Page 15: Discs That Cannot Be Played

    " This DVD player adopts the NTSC system. Discs that were made in foreign countries may not be played back. Check the recording system before pur- chasing discs. " You cannot play illegally produced discs. SD-HX500 ENGLISH Description To adopt the video format to the connect- ed TVs ("wide-screen TV"...

  • Page 16: System Installation

    System installation SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Placing the speaker system 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. Center Front...

  • Page 17: System Connections

    Insert the cable until it clicks, with the arrow side up. Amplifier unit Black Blue black Tip: blue System connection cable To disconnect: Pull the cable straight out pressing the plug. Arrow Black Blue Tip: black Tip: blue Push Unplug SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-12...

  • Page 18: Speaker Connection

    Speaker connection SD-HX500 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.

  • Page 19: Antenna Connection

    Outdoor AM antenna Incorrect 49 feet (15 m) 25 feet (7.5 m ) Ground rod AM loop FM antenna antenna Black White < Attaching to the wall > Wall Screws (not supplied) Ground wire AM loop antenna SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-14...

  • Page 20: Tv Connection

    TV connection SD-HX500 ENGLISH Unplug all equipment before making any connections. Connect a TV with the supplied video cable. Main unit Video cable (supplied) Notes: ! Change the TV input in accordance with the connected jack. ! Do not connect other equipment between the TV and this unit. If they are con- nected via a VCR, pictures may be distorted.

  • Page 21: Remote Control

    " After the unit enters the power stand-by mode, wait a few seconds to turn on again. " You can also use the ON/STAND-BY button on the remote control. Remote sensor 8" - 20' (0.2 m - 6 m) SD-HX500 ENGLISH AC outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Main unit E-16...

  • Page 22: Setting The Clock

    Setting the clock SD-HX500 ENGLISH By setting the unit to the correct time, you can use it not only as a clock but also for timer playback. In this example, the clock is set to 9:30 AM. Turn on the power, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TIMER/SLEEP button.

  • Page 23: General Control

    The brightness remains unchanged during playback of other media. Note: The blue light on the bottom of the main unit and amplifier unit goes out when the dis- play dims with "DIM ON" or "DIM AUTO". SD-HX500 ENGLISH Brightened E-18...
  • Page 24 Playing a disc SD-HX500 ENGLISH Main unit Volume control (See page 18.) E-19 ! Playback " For a wide-screen TV, set the video output to " Turn on the TV, and switch the input to the "VIDEO 1", "VIDEO 2", etc. according- Turn on the power and press the DVD button to set the input to "DVD".
  • Page 25 Some functions may not be available depending on discs. The following icons indicate the discs that can be used in the section..DVD-Videos and DVD-Audios..Super Audio CDs..Audio CDs and CD-R/CD-RW with MP3 recording. " may appear indicating that the operation is disabled by SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-20...

  • Page 26: To Locate The Beginning Of A Chapter (Track) (Skip)

    Basic operation SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! To locate the beginning of a chapter (track) (skip) You can move to other chapter (track) with simple operations. While a disc is playing, press the " Press the button to skip to the next chapter (track).

  • Page 27: To Start Playback From The Desired Point (Direct Play)

    " For MP3 discs, time search is not available. " Some discs contain time portions you cannot specify. TV screen Unit display button. button instead of the direct number buttons (0 - 9), to switch among hour, minute and second. SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-22...

  • Page 28: To Play In The Desired Order (Programmed Play)

    Useful operation SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! To play in the desired order (programmed play) You can play chapters (tracks) in the desired order within a title (group). 24 chapters can be programmed (programmed play). Titles (groups) cannot be programmed. In the stop mode, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the PROGRAM button.

  • Page 29: To Play Repeatedly (Repeat Play)

    DVD is canceled. B button. TV screen Unit display B button again to enter the end point (B). B button to return to normal playback. button, the current A-B repeat play is canceled. SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-24...

  • Page 30: Still Picture/Frame Advance

    Useful operation (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Still picture/Frame advance You can freeze the image and advance frame by frame. During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the STILL button. A still picture appears. Press the STILL button during still picture playback.

  • Page 31: To Change The Angle

    " Subtitles cannot be zoomed. " When the zoom indicator changes from white to red while shifting the image, you cannot shift it any further. ZOOM : 1 ZOOM indicator ZOOM: 3 ( 2.0) Off (The indicator goes button repeatedly. SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-26...

  • Page 32: To Select A Title From The Top Menu Of The Disc

    Useful operation (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! To select a title from the top menu of the disc On a DVD with multiple titles, you can select a title from the top menu. In the stop mode or during playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TOP MENU button.

  • Page 33: Brightening The Image (Gamma Correction)

    Within 10 seconds, press the button to set the level. Level Setting Normal Slightly clearer Clearer To restore the original image quality: In step 1, select "OFF". SD-HX500 ENGLISH Level Setting Brighter A lot brighter Level Setting A lot clearer...

  • Page 34: To Change The Display On Tv Screen

    Various settings (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! To change the display on TV screen During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the ON SCREEN button. Each time you press, the display changes. Example: DVD Always displayed...

  • Page 35: Switching Elapsed Time

    SELECT ENTER ENTER RETURN button to change the setting and press the 1 5. BIT RATE Mbps SELECT ENTER ENTER RETURN Repeat the operation as instructed. (The number of repetition depends on the setting item.) button twice. SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-30...

  • Page 36: Playing A Dvd-Audio Disc

    Playing a DVD-Audio disc SD-HX500 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. E-31 ! Switching still pictures on a DVD-Audio disc Play a DVD-Audio disc (see page 19).

  • Page 37: Playing An Sacd Disc

    " On SACD (CD layer only)/CD discs, you can enjoy various sounds by changing the multi channel mode or stereo mode (see pages 40, 41). You cannot change the two modes for the SACD (SACD layer). SD-HX500 ENGLISH TV screen...

  • Page 38: To Play In Random Order (Random Play)

    Playing an SACD disc (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-33 ! To play in random order (random play) The tracks on the disc can be played in random order automatically. While in the stop or playback mode, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 1 and press the RANDOM but- ton.

  • Page 39: Playing An Mp3 Disc

    1 T R A C K 0 1 2 T R A C K 0 2 3 T R A C K 0 3 4 T R A C K 0 4 Track number button. button. (track)", " (folder)", "no display (normal play- SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-34...

  • Page 40: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the radio SD-HX500 ENGLISH Main unit Volume control (See page 18.) E-35 Turn on the power and press the TUNER (BAND) button to set the input to "FM (AM)". Press the TUNER (BAND) button repeatedly to select the desired frequency band.

  • Page 41: Basic Operation Listening To The Memorized Station

    (see "How to enter characters" on page 37). After entry, press the ENTER button. ! The station is named. ! Repeat steps 1 - 6 to set other stations, or to change a preset station. SD-HX500 ENGLISH Preset channel number E-36...

  • Page 42: Listening To The Memorized Station

    Listening to the memorized station (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH " How to enter characters ! Use the character input buttons (0 - 9). Press repeatedly to change the character. ! To move the cursor, press the Character input Available charac- button...

  • Page 43: Enjoying Surround Sound (Sound Mode)

    One of the digital audio systems for theatrical use. As the sound quality is empha- sized, you can enjoy the realistic sound effect in the home theater system. When you set the audio output to DTS for a disc recorded in DTS, the lights up (see page 28).
  • Page 44 Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH " Audio signal/Speaker indicators Audio signal indicators light up for the corresponding audio source, and speaker indi- cators are illuminated according to signals sent to the speakers. Audio signal indicator Speaker indicator Example: When 2.1 channel audio signals (L, R, LFE) are...
  • Page 45 You can enjoy lively sound by producing the articulate sound. MUSIC2: You can enjoy crisp, clearer sound. NIGHT: Soft but powerful sound is achieved even at low volumes. Note: When listening to Dolby Digital or DTS sound, you cannot select "STADIUM" and "HALL". SD-HX500 ENGLISH MOVIE2 MUSIC1 E-40...
  • Page 46 Enjoying surround sound (sound mode) (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH 2 channel stereo sound (CD, VCR, etc.) While the disc is playing, press the MULTI-CH button. Example: 2-ch stereo sound Dolby Pro Logic converts 2 channel stereo sound of CDs, etc. to 5.1 chan- nel.

  • Page 47: Changing The Initial Setting Of Dvd

    Example: "TV MODE" is selected TV MODE PROGRESSIVE OUT DVD-AUDIO AUDIO TV MODE 4: 3 4: 3 16 : 9 TV MODE 4: 3 4: 3 16 : 9 button twice. button while selecting SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-42...
  • Page 48 Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH Setting Selectable parameters (* indicates initial settings.) TV MODE TV MODE PROGRESSIVE OFF* DVD-AUDIO AUDIO* VIDEO (Selectable when a disc is not insert- ed.) PARENTAL PASSWORD Please enter a 4- digit password.

  • Page 49: Video Format

    Enter "1234" from the next time. ! While playing a disc with parental control, the display may appear requesting a password in order to watch some restricted scenes. In such a case, enter the password to temporarily change the control level. SD-HX500 ENGLISH PHILIPPINE AUSTRALIA...
  • Page 50 Changing the initial setting of DVD (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Disc language Indicator AUDIO A language for audio can be set. You can specify a language for dialogues and narration. English SUB TITLE A language for subtitle can be set.

  • Page 51: Changing The Default Settings Of The Amplifier

    Within 10 seconds, press the select "SP SIZE", and press the ENTER but- ton. Within 10 seconds, press the select the desired speaker. The indicators of selected speakers flash. SD-HX500 ENGLISH button to button to Continued to the next page E-46...
  • Page 52 Changing the default settings of the amplifier (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH Within 10 seconds, press the select their sizes. To set sizes of other speakers, repeat the operation from step 3. Press the RETURN button twice. The setting is complete. When you select "LARGE", all channel signals are sent to the speaker.

  • Page 53: Speaker Level Setting

    "STEREO" or "VIRTUAL". " If NO (OFF) is selected for a speaker in the speaker size setting, no test tone will 0 dB be heard from it. 0 dB 0 dB button to button. button twice. SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-48...

  • Page 54: Changing The Default Settings Of The Amplifier

    Changing the default settings of the amplifier (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Changing crossover frequency 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.

  • Page 55: Timer Playback

    Set the clock and timer again. " You cannot use the timer to operate other equipment. " Timer playback does not start if the unit is turned on at the start time. Setting the timer Once timer Stop SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-50...

  • Page 56: Setting The Timer

    Setting the timer (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH Turn on the power, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TIMER/SLEEP button. Within 10 seconds, press the ONCE" or "TIMER DAILY", and press the ENTER button. Once timer Within 10 seconds, press the or "DAILY SET", and press the ENTER button.

  • Page 57: Operations After Setting The Timer

    "ONCE CALL" or "DAILY button to select "TIMER ONCE" or "TIMER button to select "ONCE OFF" or "DAILY OFF", button to select "TIMER ONCE", and press button to select "ONCE ON", and press the SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-52...

  • Page 58: Sleep Timer

    Sleep timer SD-HX500 ENGLISH The unit turns off at a specified time when listening to a disc or the radio. During playback, set the MODE 1/MODE 2 switch to MODE 2 and press the TIMER/SLEEP button. Within 10 seconds, press the select "SLEEP SET", and press the ENTER...

  • Page 59: Operating The Connected Tv

    Operating the connected TV You can operate Sharp TVs with the remote control. Change the remote control set- ting if operating other manufacturers' TV, or if you cannot operate a Sharp TV. ! Watching TV Press the TV I button to turn on the TV.

  • Page 60: Operating The Connected Tv

    Operating the connected TV (continued) SD-HX500 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...

  • Page 61: Storing Volume, Surround Or Amplifier Settings

    6ft (2 m) Speaker level: 0 dB 0 dB Crossover frequency: 100 Hz 120 Hz (*) indicates the supported surround sound. SD-HX500 ENGLISH Example: When you press the SOUND PATTERN A button. Example: When you press the SOUND PAT- TERN A button.

  • Page 62: Mounting The Unit On The Wall

    Mounting the unit on the wall SD-HX500 ENGLISH ! Attaching the wall bracket Remove the stand. Main unit Amplifier unit E-57 Place the main unit and amplifier unit on a cushion or a soft cloth to avoid damage. " Fix them securely with the screw removed in step 1.
  • Page 63 " Never step on or hang from the main unit. Pay special attention to children. It may cause injury or breakage to the main unit. " Check the wall strength. SHARP is not liable for accidents caused by insuffi- cient strength of the wall or improper mounting.

  • Page 64: Connecting Other Equipment

    Connecting other equipment SD-HX500 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.
  • Page 65 50 ohm impedance. The recommended impedance is 32 ohms. " While headphones are connected, sound is not produced from the speakers. " You cannot use the surround feature with headphones. " Do not plug in or unplug headphones while recording. The sound may skip. SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-60...
  • Page 66 Connecting other equipment (continued) SD-HX500 ENGLISH Turn off the other equipment before making this connection. An optical digital cable and audio cable are not supplied. Main unit Audio cable (commercially available) Optical digital cable (commercially available) Digital audio recorder, etc...

  • Page 67: Maintenance

    " You are trying to perform an incorrect oper- ation. NO T A L OWE D " The operation is prohibited. The disc does not support the operation de- scribed in this operation manual. A CC I E D SD-HX500 ENGLISH Meaning E-62...

  • Page 68: Troubleshooting Chart

    Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without calling a service tech- nician. If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your autho- rized SHARP dealer or service center. ! General Symptom " Is the volume level set to "0"? No sound is heard.
  • Page 69 "RESET" appears for about 1 second and the power turns off. P. 64 P. 9 P. 15, 59 P. 9 Caution: When you reset, all data is deleted and the settings return to the default. (DVD initial settings are retained.) P. 62 P. 54 P. 16 SD-HX500 ENGLISH E-64...

  • Page 70: Language Code List For Disc Language

    Language code list for disc language SD-HX500 ENGLISH Code Language name Afar Abkhazian Afrikaans Amharic Arabic Assamese Aymara Azerbaijani Bashkir Byelorussian Bulgarian Bihari Bislama Bengali; Bangla Tibetan Breton Catalan Corsican Czech Welsh Danish German Bhutanese Greek English Esperanto Spanish Estonian...

  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.
  • Page 72 In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage.

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