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  • Page 1 Sound Bar Operating Instructions HT-MT500/MT501...
  • Page 2 This product has been manufactured by on the appliance. or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 The unit is not disconnected from the Japan. Inquiries related to product...
  • Page 3 NO, PL, PT, RO, SK, SI, ES, SE, CH, GB, AL, Disposal of waste BA, MK, MD, RS, ME, TR, Kosovo batteries (applicable in the European Union 5150-5350 MHz band is restricted to and other European indoor operations only. countries with separate collection systems) This equipment has been tested and This symbol on the battery or on the...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents What’s in the Box ......6 Listening to Music/Sound What You Can Do with the with the BLUETOOTH Function System ........8 Listening to Music from a Mobile Guide to Parts and Controls ..10 Device ........27 About the Home Menu ....15 Listening to Sound of the Setup Connected TV or Device from...
  • Page 5 Saving Power in Standby Mode ........44 Sending the Remote Signal to the TV via the Main Unit ....44 Using the Control for HDMI Function .........45 Using the “BRAVIA” Sync Function .........46 Using the Setup Display ....48 Options Menu List .......54 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ......

  • Page 6: What's In The Box

    • AC adapter (1) What’s in the Box • Bar Speaker (1) • AC power cord (mains lead) (1) • Subwoofer (1) • AC power cord (mains lead) for the subwoofer (1) • Speaker pad for the subwoofer (4) • Remote control (1) •...

  • Page 8: What You Can Do With The System

    What You Can Do with the System “Listening to the TV” (page 22) “Listening to the Connected AV Device” (page 22) Blu-ray Disc™ player, cable box, or satellite box, etc. Connecting the TV (refer to “Startup Guide” (separate document) or see “Connecting a TV or Portable Audio Device via the ANALOG IN Jack”...
  • Page 9 “Connecting to a Wired Network” (page 18) Modem Router Internet “Connecting to a Wireless Network” (page 19) Wireless LAN router “Listening to Music on your PC via a Home Network” (page 32)   “Listening to Music from a Mobile Device” (page 27) “Listening to Music on the Mobile Device with SongPal”...

  • Page 10: Guide To Parts And Controls

    Guide to Parts and Controls Details are omitted from the illustrations. Bar Speaker (Main Unit) Front  N-Mark (page 28)  BLUETOOTH indicator When using the NFC function, touch – Flashes quickly in blue: During your NFC-compatible device to the pairing standby status mark.
  • Page 11 Rear  DC IN jack  LAN(100) port  HDMI OUT (TV (ARC)) jack  ANALOG IN jack  TV IN (OPT) jack...
  • Page 12 Subwoofer  Ventilation holes For safety, do not block the ventilation holes.   (power) button Turns on the subwoofer or sets it to standby mode.  Power indicator – Lights in red: The subwoofer is in standby mode – Lights in green: The subwoofer is connected to the system –...

  • Page 13: Subwoofer

    Remote Control  CLEAR AUDIO+ (page 24) SOUND FIELD (page 24) VOICE (page 25) NIGHT (page 25)  DIMMER (page 43)  Color buttons Shortcut keys for selecting items on some menus.  MUSIC SERVICE (page 36) BLUETOOTH PAIRING (page 27) ...
  • Page 14  BLUETOOTH RX/TX (BLUETOOTH receiver/transmitter) (page 31)  AUDIO* (page 42) * The AUDIO, , and  + buttons have a tactile dot. Use it as a guide during operation.

  • Page 15: About The Home Menu

    About the Home Menu You can display the home menu on the TV screen by connecting the system and TV with the HDMI cable (not supplied). From the home menu, you can set the various settings by selecting [Setup] or select the input or service that you want to watch from the input list.

  • Page 16: Setup

    (not supplied) as the surround speakers of the system. Perform the setting by following the on-screen instructions. For details about the supported wireless speakers, refer to the following URL. http://sony.net/nasite You can also select the input by pressing INPUT +/– repeatedly. About the Steps Description...

  • Page 17: Basic Setup

    Connecting a TV or Setup Portable Audio Device Basic Setup via the ANALOG IN Jack Refer to Startup Guide (separate To connect following devices to the document). system, connect them via the ANALOG IN jack on the system. – TV that does not have an HDMI jack and optical digital output jack –...

  • Page 18: Connecting To A Wired Network

    Connecting by Obtaining Connecting to a Wired the Network Information Network Automatically Prepare the network by connecting the Press HOME. system and PC to your home network The home menu appears on the TV with a LAN cable. screen. Select [Setup] from the home Connecting to a PC or Router menu.

  • Page 19: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    Perform the setting by following Connecting to a Wireless the on-screen instructions. The system starts network settings Network and the network setting status appears. Prepare the network by connecting the Press / to browse information, system and PC to your wireless LAN and then press .
  • Page 20 For details, follow the Press HOME. instruction of the app or refer to the The home menu appears on the TV following URL. screen. http://info.songpal.sony.net/help/ Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 21: Detaching The Grille Frame

    Detaching the Grille Frame You can detach the grille frame. We recommend that you use the main unit without attaching the grille frame if you will be listening to High-Resolution Audio. To attach the grille frame, fit it to the main unit by directing the arrow mark on the rear of the grille frame upward.

  • Page 22: Listening To The Sound

    Listening to the Listening to the Sound Connected AV Device Listening to the TV Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV Press HOME. screen. The home menu appears on the TV Select [Analog]. screen. The [Analog] screen is displayed on Select [TV] on the home menu.

  • Page 23: Listening To Music On A Usb Device

    Note Listening to Music on a Do not remove the USB device during operation. To avoid data corruption or USB Device damage to the USB device, turn the system off before connecting or removing the USB You can play music files stored on a device.

  • Page 24: Selecting The Sound Effect

    Sound field Explanation [Sports] Commentary is clear, Selecting the Sound Effect cheers are heard as surround sound, and sounds are realistic. Setting the Sound Effect [Game Sound effects are that is Tailored to Sound Studio] optimized for game play. Sources (SOUND FIELD) Sound effects are [Standard] optimized for the...

  • Page 25: Enjoying Clear Sound With Low Volume At Midnight (Night)

    Enjoying Clear Sound Making Dialogues with Low Volume at Clearer (VOICE) Midnight (NIGHT) Sound is output at low volume with minimum loss of fidelity and clarity of dialogue. VOICE NIGHT Press VOICE. The voice mode appears on the TV screen. Press the button repeatedly to Press NIGHT.

  • Page 26: Adjusting The Volume Of The Subwoofer

    Adjusting the Volume of Adjusting the Delay the Subwoofer Between the Picture and Sound The subwoofer is designed for playback of bass or low frequency sound. When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.

  • Page 27: Listening To Music/Sound With The Bluetooth Function

    BLUETOOTH function, you can operate by simply using the supplied remote control without turning the TV Turn on the BLUETOOTH function, and then select “HT-MT500/501” INPUT +/– after searching for it on the mobile device. If a Passkey is requested, enter “0000.”...
  • Page 28 Device,” press BLUETOOTH RX/TX on the remote control once. Listening to Music from the Paired Mobile Device When the connection is not established, select “HT-MT500/501” on the mobile device. Turn the BLUETOOTH function of the mobile device to on. Connecting to a Mobile Press INPUT +/–...
  • Page 29 Adjust the volume. Compatible devices • Adjust the volume by pressing  Smartphones, tablets, and music players with the NFC function built-in +/– on the remote control. (OS: Android™ 2.3.3 or later, excluding • Adjust the subwoofer volume by Android 3.x) pressing SW ...

  • Page 30: Listening To Sound Of The Connected Tv Or Device From Headphones

    Return to the home menu and Listening to Sound of the select the desired input. Connected TV or Device The image of the selected input appears on the TV screen, “BT TX” from Headphones appears in the front panel display, then the sound is output from the headphones.
  • Page 31 Listening to Sound with About the Connection of the Paired Headphones Headphones • You may not be able to adjust the Press HOME. volume level depending on the The home menu appears on the TV BLUETOOTH-compatible headphones. screen. • [Bluetooth Audio] is disabled when [Bluetooth Mode] is set to [Off] or Select the desired input.

  • Page 32: Listening To Music/Sound Using The Network Function

    Listening to Music on a PC Listening to Music/Sound Using the Network Function Listening to Music on your PC via a Home Network Wireless LAN router You can play music files stored on your PC via your home network. Press HOME. Music files can be played by operating The home menu appears on the TV on the menu that is displayed on the TV...

  • Page 33: Listening To Music On The Mobile Device With Songpal

    Using SongPal Mobile Device with SongPal What You can Do with SongPal SongPal is an application for controlling compatible Sony audio devices using Wireless LAN router the mobile device such as a smartphone Smartphone or or tablet. tablet For details about SongPal, refer to the following URL.

  • Page 34: Using Chromecast Built-In

    Enjoying music on the USB device Using Chromecast built- You can play music on a device connected to the (USB) port on the main unit. Note Chromecast built-in allows you to select music content from the Chromecast- What you can control with SongPal varies enabled app and play back on the depending on the connected device.

  • Page 35: Using Spotify

    Note Using Spotify Depending on the country and region, Chromecast built-in and the Chromecast- enabled app may not be provided. You can select the music on the Spotify app and play it on the system. To play on the system, you need the Spotify Premium account.

  • Page 36: Using The Music Service Button

    Note Using the MUSIC SERVICE The Spotify app may not be available in some countries/regions. Button To enjoy music services, the system must be connected to the Internet. MUSIC SERVICE Press MUSIC SERVICE. The music service list appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 37: Connecting The Songpal Link-Compatible Device (Wireless Multi Room/Wireless Surround)

    • Music stored in your PC or smartphone You can add wireless speakers • Sound of the [TV] or [Analog] input of manufactured by Sony (not supplied) as the system* the surround speakers of the system. * You can enjoy the sound of the device Use the same model for the two wireless that is connected to the system.
  • Page 38 Notes You can display the setting display for the • When using the wireless surround wireless surround function by selecting function, the wireless LAN function is not [Wireless Surround] on the home menu. available. Connect to the network with a wired LAN.

  • Page 39: Using The Various Functions/Settings

    [Surround L] : Sets the left surround speaker distance. Using the Various Functions/ [Surround R] : Sets the right surround speaker distance. Settings This item does not appear when using the wireless surround function. Customizing the This item appears when using the wireless surround function.

  • Page 40: Performing The Wireless Connection Of The Subwoofer (Secure Link)

    Select [On]. Performing the Wireless Press SECURE LINK on the rear of Connection of the the subwoofer. Subwoofer (SECURE LINK) The power indicator of the subwoofer flashes in orange. Proceed to the next step within 1 You can specify the wireless connection minute.
  • Page 41 Notes Select the setting you want. • [Auto] (default setting): Normally • The transmission may be improved by changing the transmission channel select this. The system (frequency) of the other wireless automatically selects the system(s). For details, refer to the strongest frequency band for operating instructions of the other transmission.

  • Page 42: Playing Compressed Audio Files By Upscaling To Near Hi-Resolution Sound Quality (Dsee Hx)

    Playing Compressed Enjoying Multiplex Audio Files by Upscaling Broadcast Sound (AUDIO) to Near Hi-Resolution You can enjoy multiplex broadcast Sound Quality (DSEE HX) sound when the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal. DSEE HX upscales existing sound sources to near hi-resolution sound quality, and it makes you feel as if you are in a recording studio or at a concert.

  • Page 43: Deactivating Buttons On The Main Unit

    Deactivating Buttons on Changing the Brightness the Main Unit of the Front Panel Display and BLUETOOTH You can deactivate buttons on the main Indicator (DIMMER) unit for preventing misoperation, such as child mischief (Child lock function). You can change the brightness of the front panel display and BLUETOOTH indicator.

  • Page 44: Saving Power In Standby Mode

    Saving Power in Standby Sending the Remote Mode Signal to the TV via the Main Unit Check that you have made the following settings: When the main unit obstructs the – [Bluetooth Standby] is set to [Off] remote control sensor of the TV, the TV (page 50).

  • Page 45: Using The Control For Hdmi Function

    These functions may work with devices time you watched the TV, the system other than those manufactured by Sony, will be turned on automatically when but operation is not guaranteed. you turn on the TV again.

  • Page 46: Using The "Bravia" Sync Function

    Startup Guide). • Language Follow Note One-Touch Play Function These functions are proprietary functions of Sony. This function cannot operate with When you play content on a device (Blu- products other than those manufactured ray Disc player, “PlayStation 4,” etc.) ®...
  • Page 47 Notes on HDMI Connections • Use an HDMI-authorized cable. • Use a Sony High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet with the Cable Type Logo. • We do not recommend using an HDMI-DVI conversion cable.

  • Page 48: Using The Setup Display

    Using the Setup Display You can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. The default settings are underlined. Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. Select the setting item.
  • Page 49 For information about update functions, the matching color setting. visit the following website: [RGB]: Select this when connecting to a www.sony.eu/support device with an HDCP compliant DVI jack. Notes [Audio Settings] • An Internet environment is necessary to perform updates via Internet.
  • Page 50 speakers and 2-channel linear PCM system is in standby mode. This signals from the HDMI OUT (ARC) jack. function is only available when you set [Bluetooth Mode] to [Receiver] or Note [Transmitter]. When [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] [On]: The system turns on automatically (page 51), [Audio Output] is set to when you request a BLUETOOTH...
  • Page 51 [Sound Quality]: The highest bit rate is [HDMI Settings] used. Sound is sent in a higher quality; • [Control for HDMI] (page 45) however, audio playback sometimes [On]: The Control for HDMI function is may become unstable when the link enabled.
  • Page 52 [Off]: Off For further details, visit the following • [Time Zone] website and check the FAQ: Select your country/region. www.sony.eu/support Notes [Network Connection Status] • Software update may be performed even Displays the current network if you select [Off] in [Auto Update] connection status.
  • Page 53 [External Control] [Resetting] [On] : Allows the home automation controller to operate this system. [Reset to Factory Default Settings] [Off]: Off You can reset the system settings to the factory default by selecting the group of [Input Skip Setting] settings. All the settings within the group will be reset.

  • Page 54: Options Menu List

    Options Menu List Various settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. Item Explanation [Sound Field] Changes the sound field setting (page 24). [Night] Selects the night mode (page 25). [Voice] Selects the voice mode (page 25).

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting

    TV is turned off. repairs. Should any problem persist,  Check the setting of [System Settings] consult your nearest Sony dealer. - [HDMI Settings] - [Standby Linked to Be sure to bring both your main unit and TV] (page 51). To turn the system off...
  • Page 56 An image is not displayed on the the operating instructions of your TV regarding how to set the TV. entire TV screen.  The aspect ratio on the media is fixed. The sound is output from both the system and the TV. ...
  • Page 57  Check to see if the USB device or a subwoofer flashes quickly in green. cable is damaged. – Consult your nearest Sony dealer.  Make sure that the USB device is on.  If the power indicator on the ...
  • Page 58  If a device that generates Mobile Device Connection electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless LAN device, other BLUETOOTH connection cannot be BLUETOOTH devices, or a microwave completed. oven is nearby, move the device away  Make sure that the BLUETOOTH from this system.
  • Page 59 move the device away from this Wireless LAN Connection system. You cannot use the NFC function. You cannot connect your PC to the  The NFC function does not work with Internet after [Wi-Fi Protected BLUETOOTH-compatible Setup™ (WPS)] is performed. headphones.
  • Page 60 The wireless LAN router you want is The sound is delayed behind the not shown in the wireless network picture.  When using the wireless surround list.  Press BACK to return to the previous function, the sound may be delayed. screen, and try [Wireless Setup] again The system cannot connect to the (page 19).
  • Page 61  Make sure you are pressing the nothing is obstructing the ventilation correct button on the remote control. holes of the system. TV remote control does not work. “BT TX” appears in the front panel  This problem might be solved by display.

  • Page 62: Resetting The System

    Resetting the System If the system still does not operate properly, reset the system as follows. Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. Select [Setup] from the home menu. The setup display appears on the TV screen. Select [Resetting] - [Reset to Factory Default Settings].

  • Page 63: Additional Information

    Modulation method FHSS (Freq Hopping Spread Spectrum) Compatible BLUETOOTH profiles Additional Information A2DP 1.2 (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) Specifications AVRCP 1.5 (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) Supported Codecs , AAC , LDAC Bar Speaker (SA-MT500, Transmission range (A2DP) SA-MT501) 20 Hz - 40,000 Hz (LDAC sampling frequency 96 kHz with 990 kbps transmission) Amplifier section...
  • Page 64 *Not including projection portion Mass (approx.) 2 kg Compatible iPod/iPhone models The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as follows. Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before using with the system. BLUETOOTH technology works with: iPhone 7 Plus/iPhone 7/iPhone SE/iPhone 6s Plus/iPhone 6s/iPhone 6 Plus/ iPhone 6/iPhone 5s/iPhone 5c/iPhone 5/ iPhone 4s iPod touch (6th generation)/iPod touch...

  • Page 65: Power Consumption By The Setting Value For Each Standby Mode

    Notes • Wi-Fi port and Ethernet port of the system have router function which can forward audio data to some other Sony audio product. • When [Quick Start/Network Standby] is set to [Off], the wireless LAN function is disabled in standby mode.

  • Page 66: Playable Types Of Files

    – up to 500 files/folders in a single layer • The system can recognize the following Playable Types of Files files or folders stored in the home network server: Music – up to folders in the 19th layer – up to 999 files/folders in a single layer Codec Extension •...

  • Page 67: Supported Input Audio Formats

    Supported Input Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Format Function “TV” (DIGITAL IN)  LPCM 2ch LPCM 5.1ch – LPCM 7.1ch –  Dolby Digital Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus –  – : Supported format. –: Unsupported format.

  • Page 68: On Bluetooth Communication

    BLUETOOTH technology. • BLUETOOTH devices should be used • Sony cannot be held liable in any way for within approximately 10 meters (33 feet) damages or other loss resulting from (unobstructed distance) of each other.

  • Page 69: End User License Agreement

    IMPORTANT: “applets” incorporated into the SOFTWARE) is owned by SONY or one or BEFORE USING THE SOFTWARE, PLEASE more of the THIRD-PARTY SUPPLIERS. READ THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (“EULA”) CAREFULLY. BY...
  • Page 70 SOFTWARE may which the SOFTWARE’S performance be provided by third parties over which depends might be interrupted or SONY has no control. USE OF THE discontinued at the discretion of the CONTENT SERVICE REQUIRES AN suppliers (software suppliers, service INTERNET CONNECTION.
  • Page 71 SONY and each of the THIRD-PARTY SUPPLIERS shall be collectively referred SUPPLIERS shall be collectively referred to as “SONY”) EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL to as “SONY”) SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR WARRANTIES, DUTIES OR CONDITIONS, ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT...
  • Page 72 Contracts for the International Sale of AUTOMATIC UPDATE FEATURE Goods shall not apply to this EULA. This From time to time, SONY or the THIRD- EULA shall be governed by the laws of PARTY SUPPLIERS may automatically Japan, without regards to conflict of update or otherwise modify the laws provisions.

  • Page 73: Precautions

    SOLE DISCRETION BY POSTING NOTICE ON A SONY DESIGNATED WEB SITE, BY Precautions EMAIL NOTIFICATION TO AN EMAIL ADDRESS PROVIDED BY YOU, BY On safety PROVIDING NOTICE AS PART OF THE PROCESS IN WHICH YOU OBTAIN • Should any solid object or liquid fall into...
  • Page 74 If you have any question or problem malfunctions. concerning your system, please consult • Do not place metal objects other than a your nearest Sony dealer. TV around the system. Wireless functions Disclaimer regarding services may be unstable. • If the system is being used in combination...
  • Page 75 The BLUETOOTH word mark and logos are Entertainment Inc. registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology Corporation is under license. Other and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS trademarks and trade names are those of and Thomson.
  • Page 76 Web. To download, please access the following: URL: http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux Please note that Sony cannot answer or respond to any inquiries regarding the content of this source code. “DSEE HX” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 77: Index

    Index Audio DRC 49 Network 18 Audio Output 49 Network Connection Diagnostics 52 Audio Return Channel (ARC) 45 Network Connection Status 52 Audio Settings 49 Network Settings 52 Auto Home Network Access NFC 28 Permission 52 Auto Standby 51 OSD Language 51 Auto Update 52 Output Video Resolution 49 Auto Update Settings 52...
  • Page 78 YCbCr/RGB (HDMI) 49...
  • Page 80 The software of this system may be updated in the future. To find out details on any available updates, please visit the following URL. www.sony.eu/support ©2017 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia 4-687-810-32(1)

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