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Sound Bar and Subwoofer
Model number:
HT-CT500
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Experience surround sound with fewer speakers and wires. This sound bar delivers impressive, room-filling audio without the need for rear speakers.
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Add more dynamic sound to your TV without the clutter of a traditional surround sound system. The HT-CT500 sound bar and subwoofer is a simple surround sound solution for your bedroom or small footprint apartment. This 3.1-channel speaker system comes with a built-in A/V receiver, 5 HD inputs (3 HDMI™ and 2 component) and icon based GUI with video upscaling to 1080p from analog standard definition sources. This sound bar is also equipped with S-AIR™ wireless technology for multi-room listening.
Icon based GUI
Icons appear on-screen and give simple feedback on use and set up features.
S-AIR™ – Multi-room listening ready
Add on accessory simple to use and inexpensive allows people in other rooms to listen to music from the system
400 W power
Plenty of power to support movies, video games and music
BRAVIA® Sync
Perfect match to BRAVIA TVs.
3 HDMI™ inputs ( 5 HD inputs total)
Offers simple solution for consumers to access, connect and manage HD sources
TV stand mount – W series only
Display the sound bar with TV, reduces footprint
Digital Media Port control on screen
On-screen navigation and control gives the user additional versatility when using digital media port.
Analog Video Upscaling to 1080p via HDMI™
This type of technology is usually only found in A/V receivers, gives customer the same benefit without the traditional receiver. Better image = more enjoyment and new life to standard definition sources.2
Analog upconversion to HDMI™
Only need one HDMI cable to connect to the TV. Without this feature any non HDMI connected devices would have to have additional cables sent to the TV i.e. component2
HDMI™ blending
Access or adjust system setting while watching movies or TV
Product Specifications
DVD, VCD, CD Player
Video Features
- HDMI™ Upscaling : Yes
Amplifier
Equalizer
- Night mode : Yes
- Portable Audio Enhancer : Yes
Audio Features
- A/V Synch : Yes
Audio
- Audio Power Output : 100W x 2 + 100W + 100W (400W)
- Digital Amplifier : Yes
- S-Master™ Amplifier : Yes (24 bit)
Inputs and Outputs
- Analog Audio Input(s) : 2 (on Sub)
- Coaxial Audio Digital Input(s) : 1
- Component Video Input(s) : 2 (On Sub)
- Composite Video Input(s) : 1 (On Sub)
- Digital Media Port (Input) : 1 (On Sub)
- HDMI™ Connection Input(s) : 3 (On Sub)
- HDMI™ Connection Output(s) : 1 (On Sub)
- Optical Audio Input(s) : 3
Audio Formats
- Dolby® Digital : Yes
- Dolby® Pro Logic® II : Yes
- LPCM : Yes
- dts® Decoding : Yes
Wireless
S-Air
- S-Air Ready : Yes (Multi Room only)
Subwoofer Speaker
Weights and Measurements
- Dimensions (Approx.) : 8.3" W x 14.7" H x 14.3" D (211.2 x 374 x 364mm)
- Weight (Approx.) : 4.8 Lbs (1.9kg)
Audio
- Impedance : 4 Ohms
- Speaker Type : Bass reflex
General
Audio
- Digital Signal Processor (DSP) : Sharc
- Equalizer : Bass, Trebble
- Sound Fields : STANDARD; MOVIE; DRAMA; NEWS; SPORTS; GAME; MUSIC; JAZZ; CLASSIC; ROCK; POP; LIVE; P.AUDIO
Speaker
- Speaker Dimensions : Main Speaker: 37.7" W x 3.3" H x 1.9" D (957 x 85 x48.8mm); Subwoofer:
- Speaker Unit : CENTER: Bass Reflex, Magetically Shielded
- Subwoofer : Bass Reflex, Magnectically Shielded
Video Features
- 24p True Cinema Technology : Yes, 1080/24p capable
- x.v.Color™ : yes
Center Speaker
Weights and Measurements
- Dimensions (Approx.) : 37.7" W x 3.5" H x 2" D (957 x 90 x51mm)
- Weight (Approx.) : 2.86 lbs (1.3kg)
General
- Rated Impedance : 4 ohms
- Speaker Type : 9.8' (3M)
- Speaker Unit : 50mm x 2
- Type : Accoustic suspension
System
HDMI™ Features
- Deep Color : Yes
Tuner
Audio
- Station Preset(s) : 20 FM 10 AM
Power
- AC Power : 120V, 60Hz
- Power Consumption (in Operation) : 110W
- Power Consumption (in Standby) : 0.3Watt
Audio
- Bravia® Sync™ : Yes
- Sub Woofer Crossover : Fix 200Hz
In the Box
- Extension Bracket
- Owners Manual
- 1 Optical Cable (2.5m)
- 1 Remote (RM-ADP037)
- Speaker cable (9ft)
- Warranty Card
HDMI Cables
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High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 3' 3"
$39.99
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High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 9' 10"
$69.99
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High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 6' 6"
$59.99
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High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 16' 4"
$99.99
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High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 9' 10"
$69.99
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High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 3' 3"
$39.99
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High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 16' 4"
$99.99
Digital Media Port Accessories
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Bluetooth® Digital Media Port
$79.99
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Digital Media Port Wi-Fi Client
$199.99
HDMI Cables
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Flat High Speed HDMI™ Cable — 16' 4"
$99.99
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Horizontal Swivel HDMI™ Cable - 6' 6"
$59.99
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High Grade HDMI™ Cable - 3' 3"
$79.99
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Vertical Swivel HDMI™ Cable - 3' 3"
$49.99
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High Speed HDMI™ Cable - 6' 6"
$59.99
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Flat High Speed HDMI™ Cable — 3' 3"
$49.99
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Vertical Swivel HDMI™ Cable - 6' 6"
$59.99
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Flat High Speed HDMI™ Cable — 9' 10"
$79.99
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Flat High Speed HDMI™ Cable — 30' 8"
$199.99
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High Grade HDMI™ Cable - 16' 4"
$179.99
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Flat High Speed HDMI™ Cable — 6' 6"
$59.99
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High Grade HDMI™ Cable - 9' 10"
$129.99
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Horizontal Swivel HDMI™ Cable - 3' 3"
$49.99
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Product Reviews
Write a review( Rated 4 out of 5 Stars AVERAGE RATING | 3 REVIEWS Ratings Snapshot)
2 of 3 (66%) customers would recommend this product to a friend
Rated 3.000000 out of 5 Stars Ratings Snapshot
Reviewer: JTEnv (Chicago, IL)
Date: Sep 26, 2009
I've had this product for 1-3 months
1of 2 people found this helpful
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New soundbar
Pros: Radio, component
Cons: S-AIR DOES NOT WORK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, no HD radio
Good upgrade for the radio and component. Again, no HD radio, S-AIR NEVER worked. Don't waste your money for a wireless surround sound!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Rated 4.000000 out of 5 Stars Ratings Snapshot
Reviewer: OMGGGGGGGGGGGGGG (Fort Walton Beach, Florida)
Date: Sep 3, 2009
I've had this product for 3-6 months
27of 28 people found this helpful
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Not So Sure
Pros: Bravia Link, nice deep base sound, nice looking, does the job!
Cons: AM/FM very poor quality! Night/Sleep mode is hard to access, bracket for speaker bar only fits a two TV's!
I tried to read as much as I could about the CT-500 prior to it being released. Still shocked at the lack of reviews for such a highly awaited piece of equipment. Once it was released to the public I had one in my house within two weeks. Very impressed with the shipping and packaging...arrived undamaged due to the care Sony uses in packing their electronic equipment. I also bought a very expensive Bravia 46in XBR8 to go with my CT-500. I was very disappointed that Sony did not make a bracket to connect the speaker bar to the bottom of my Sony Bravia TV. Beware that only a few select models of Sony TV's accept the default bracket that comes with the CT-500. I have my TV on a swivel bracket stand and now the speaker sits on the top shelf facing away (straight) when I am turning the TV. The CT-500 is fine if you are mounting it to the wall, but I really wish I had known this. A pseudo-bonus was the AM/FM receiver that came with the CT-500 that I had no idea about. However it is the cheapest quality receiver to date from Sony from my experience. I had to buy a powered external antenna to attempt to pull in the FM channels and it still didn't pick them up, and AM channels are not any better. Disappointed in all the little things...even the on-screen-display...when you flip it on to adjust the sound for the movie you are watching it stops the picture...flashes and finally comes up and the same thing when closing the CT-500 menu...it takes 3 seconds or more to get back to the movie. A pain when you want to make a simple adjustment. I would say I am disappointed, but the main intent for my CT-500 was for movies and it works very well for that. Connecting all the wires is very simple and easy. I had a Bose surround home theater that was 11 years old. It still does not compare to true surround systems like everyone else will tell you but all my friends tell me my CT-500 sounds awesome. I am impressed with the sound during Blu-ray playback and it works well for my little condo. I actually have to turn it down so I don't disturb the neighbors. I love Sony and I hope I can find a way to make my own bracket for hanging the speaker bar from my XBR8 LED TV....and then I will be happy. The Bravia Link works amazingly. I will upgrade to the wireless rear speakers later. I hope this helped anyone sitting on the fence.
Rated 5.000000 out of 5 Stars Ratings Snapshot
Reviewer: Kempster61 (Brooklyn, NY)
Date: Jul 5, 2009
I've had this product for less than a month
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3.1 of pure bliss
Pros: Sound Quality, Design, Onscreen menu and small footprint
Cons: High Price
I would surely recommend to friends for sound quality and design. I had the ct100 and upgraded to the ct500 best decision I"ve made. Sound is outstanding for flatscreen in bedroom.
- Transmits up to 164 feet. Signal and sound quality may vary.
- Requires HDTV with HDMI connector (sold separately) and equivalent display capability. Image quality may vary.
- Requires Digital Media Port accessory and compatible device (sold separately).
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Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All Weights and measures are approximate.