HD warrior

Complete the HD experience with the STR-DH500 5.1-channel A/V receiver. HDMI passthrough and 1080/24p capability connect you with the latest HD sources, including Blu-ray playback. This full HD 1080p A/V receiver features five HD inputs (three passive HDMI™ and two component) so you can take full advantage of all your HD components. In addition, the STR-DH500 is compatible with 24p True Cinema™ video signals and decodes uncompressed audio formats including Dolby Digital and dts decoding.

Satellite-radio ready and digital media port

With satellite-radio readiness, you have a world of digital radio at your fingertips. Sign up for Sirius subscription service and enjoy the variety and quality of satellite radio with the superior sound quality of an A/V receiver. In addition to stereo, you can enjoy 5.1 surround broadcasting. Sony's DIGITAL MEDIA PORT plays back music from various audio sources whether it is stored on an iPod®, Walkman, Bluetooth device, or PC (Player and cradles not included).

Blu-ray disc player audio decoding

Your 5.1-Channel STRDH500 receiver is optimized for Blu-ray Disc® and other HD Sources. It provides superior video switching and audio performance that will work with many of today's demanding HD sources. Three High Definition Media Interface (HDMI) inputs are capable of accepting resolutions up to 1080p, offering the full video quality that Blu-ray Disc format can deliver. And with Sony's HDMI "Active Intelligence," the receiver can detect and receive the best possible video and audio signals from all connected devices, making connection and performance as simple as plugging in a single wire (HDMI-compatible HDTV required). For audio, the STRDH500 offers full compatibility with Blu-ray Disc format's linear PCM (uncompressed) output, producing up to eight channels of high-quality audio reproduction.

One Touch Play

With "One Touch Play," operations that took several steps have been reduced to one. Press the PLAY button on the remote, watch the A/V receiver turn on, then the DVD player power on and start to play, finally the BRAVIA television turns on and switches to the correct video input.

Accessories supplied

RM-AAU020 Remote, 2 AA Batteries, Owners Manual, Quick Start Guide

Comparison Specifications

• Decoding: Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital Dual mono / Dolby Pro Logic II, IIX / dts
• 100W per channel output power (5 channels, 8ohms, 1KhzTHD 1.0%), 8 ohms impedance
• Video connections: 3 HDMI inputs / 1 output, 3 HD component video inputs / 1 output, 2 composite video inputs / 1 output, 2 component video inputs / 1 output
• Audio connections: 2 optical audio inputs, 4 RCA audio inputs, 1 coaxial audio digital input, subwoofer output
• Audio: A/V sync (fixed), Bravia Sync
• Other connections: digital media port, headphone output (gold), DSP (Sharc), Bass and treble control equalizer
• Digital Cinema Sound
• Remote control (U-RM, RM-AAU020)

Additional Specifications

• Sound fields: cinema, music, auto format decoding, 2 channel, headphone
• Subwoofer crossover: 13 point (40-160Hz)
• Tuner type: auto tuning, direct tuning, station name
• Cinema Studio EX (A/B/C mode)
• 96k/24bit PCM
• AM/FM memory presets (30 AM / FM)
• Auto tuning, direct tuning, preset memory (90 - 30 Sirius / FM / AM)
• Sirius Radio Ready (yes - with optional accessory)
• Sleep timer, station name display
• Speaker terminal type: A: front (banana) / others (push), B: push

Manufacturer Specifications

• Digital Cinema Auto Calibration (bronze, mic-mono)
• Quick speaker setup, One Touch Play
• Blu-ray disc player audio decoding through digital optical or coax
• 24p True Cinema
• Power consumption: 240W, in operation / in standby 0.3W
• Power requirements: 120V, 60Hz

Dimensional Specifications

• Dimensions: 15.43" W x 10.67" H x 12.75" D
• Weight: 16.41lbs

Sony STR-DH500 Warranty Details

2-year limited parts and labor warranty

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