Sony RHT-G550 User Manual Page 1

4-121-123-11(1)Theatre Stand System©2009 Sony CorporationOperating InstructionsRHT-G550

10GBInstalling the shelf board1 Insert the attaching shelf support pins (supplied) into the four holes in the stand squarely.You can set the position

11GBGetting StartedConnecting the FM wire antenna (aerial)Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the 75 Ω COAXIAL jack.• Be sure to fully extend the

12GB4 Tighten the cable tie by pulling its end.To unbind the cable tie1 Push the lever of the cable tie.2 While pushing the lever, pull the cable tie

13GBGetting StartedWe recommend that you connect components to the stand using an HDMI cable.With HDMI, you can easily enjoy both high quality sound a

14GB• When the Control for HDMI function of this stand is set to on, even if the stand is turned off (active standby mode), the HDMI signal will be se

15GBGetting StartedWhen you connect a DVD player (recorder), satellite tuner, “PlayStation 2,” etc., that has noHDMI jacks, connect its video signal j

16GB• Set “CTRL: HDMI” to “OFF” in the AMP menu of the stand when connecting components without HDMI jacks (page 34).Even if “CTRL: HDMI” is set to “O

17GBGetting StartedYou can enjoy sound from the connected component on the stand by connecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter.Connect the AC power cor

18GBBefore connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the stand to a wall outlet (mains), connect all the other components or TVs to the unit.• Conn

19GBPlayback OptionsFor more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses.Front panel buttons and indicatorA POWER/ACTIVE STANDBY indicatorLigh

2GB3Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation

20GBFront panel displayAbout the indications in the front panel displayA Audio format indicatorsLight up according to the audio format that is being d

21GBPlayback OptionsRemote controlButtons for the operation of this standA ?/1 (on/standby)Press to turn the stand on or off.B LEVELPress to adjust th

22GBN O RETURNPress to return to the previous menu.O DISPLAYPress to select the setting of the front panel display.1 Turn on the TV and choose a progr

23GBPlayback OptionsEnjoying a satellite tuner or cable television tuner1 Turn on the TV.Refer to the operating instructions of your TV for details.2T

24GB• When you connect the video output jack of the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter to the video input jack of the TV, set “CTRL: HDMI” to “OFF” in the AMP

25GBTuner FunctionsYou can preset 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.1 Press INPUT SELECTO

26GBPreset radio stations in the stand’s memory first (see “Presetting radio stations” (page 25)).1 Press INPUT SELECTOR + or – repeatedly until “FM”

27GBTuner FunctionsYou can enter a name for a preset station. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the front panel display when a station is sel

28GBViewing the station name or frequency in the front panel displayWhen the stand is set to “FM” or “AM,” you can check the frequency using the front

29GBSurround FunctionSelecting the sound fieldThis stand can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of stand’s optimized pre-programm

3GBWARNING ...4CAUTION...5Precautions...

30GBAvailable sound fields* These sound fields are not available when “DMPORT” is selected by pressing INPUT SELECTOR.• You can set a different sound

31GBSurround FunctionEnjoying the sound at low volume (NIGHT mode)You can enjoy sound effects and to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume leve

32GBBy connecting Sony components that are compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as below:• One

33GB“BRAVIA” Sync Features4 Display the list of the HDMI components on the TV menu, and set the Control for HDMI function to on for connected componen

34GBSetting the Control for HDMI function to offSet the Control for HDMI function to off when you connect components not compatible with the “BRAVIA”

35GB“BRAVIA” Sync FeaturesYou can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers of the stand by means of a simple operation. For details, refer to the operatin

36GBWhen you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the stand and the connected components turns off automatically.• If the TV

37GB“BRAVIA” Sync Features• The power saving function may not work for some TVs compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync. In this case, set “POWER SAVE” to “

38GBUsing the AMP menuYou can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote.The default settings are underlined.* See ““BRAVIA” Sync Features” (

39GBAdvanced SettingsEnjoying multiplex broadcast sound (DUAL MONO)You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the stand receives an AC-3 multiplex b

4GBDo not lean on or hang from the TV when the TV is placed on the stand.The TV may fall from the stand causing an accident resulting in serious injur

40GBEnjoying Dolby Digital sound at low volume (AUDIO DRC)Narrows the dynamic range of the sound track. Useful for enjoying movies at low volume. AUDI

41GBAdvanced SettingsUsing the sleep timerYou can set the stand to turn off at a preset time when you sleep listening to music. You can preset the tim

42GBIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the stand, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before reques

43GBAdditional InformationNo image appears on the TV.• Check that the TV and this stand are connected correctly and securely.• Check that the TV is se

44GBOTHERThe remote does not function.• Point the remote at the remote sensor on the stand.• Remove any obstacles in the path between the remote and

45GBAdditional InformationFormats supported by this standThe following digital input formats are supported.* Linear PCM accepts sampling frequencies o

46GBGeneralPower requirements 220 – 240 V, 50/60 HzPower consumptionOn: 95 WActive Standby (power saving function is on and the TV connected to the s

47GBAdditional InformationPCM (Pulse Code Modulation)A method of converting analog audio to digital audio for easy enjoyment of digital sound.S-Force

48GBAA/V SYNC 39AMP menu 38AUDIO DRC 40BBlu-ray Disc player (recorder)connecting 13DDIGITAL MEDIA PORTconnecting 17DISPLAY 27, 40DUAL MONO 39DVD playe

5GBDo not place any heated objects such as a hot pan or a kettle on the stand. It may cause damage to the stand.Do not step on the stand.You may fall

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6GBOn safety• Do not place unspecified objects, such as a flower vase or pottery on the stand.• Do not make alterations to the stand.• Should any soli

7GBMain featuresB Easy connection with HDMIbThe cords are all tangled up. Neat connections (page 13).B Easy operation with only one TV remote (“BRAVIA

8GBPlease check the following accessories in the package.Optical cable (1)Remote commander (RM-ANU032) (1)Size AA (R6) batteries (2)Cable tie (1)Shelf

9GBGetting StartedAbout the installation positionInstall the stand after connecting all the components to the stand.Install the stand after allowing f