The Sony HT-S500RF is a 5.1-channel home theatre system built for customers who want a more complete surround-sound setup than a standalone soundbar can provide. It combines a 3-channel soundbar, two rear speakers and an external subwoofer, delivering 1000 W total power output for movies, TV shows, music and gaming.

The system uses Dolby Digital and DTS audio support to reproduce compatible surround content through separate front, centre, rear and subwoofer channels. The dedicated rear speakers help create a more directional surround presentation, while the external subwoofer handles low-frequency sound for greater depth in compatible content.

For everyday connectivity, the HT-S500RF supports Bluetooth, HDMI ARC, optical audio and USB playback. Sony's Music Center app also provides smartphone-based control of compatible music and USB playback functions, while Auto Sound, Cinema, Music and Standard modes let you adjust the listening experience to suit different types of content.

Key Features

1000 W Total Power Output

A TV's built-in speakers can limit the scale of movie soundtracks and music. The HT-S500RF delivers 1000 W total power output, distributed across the front, centre, rear and subwoofer channels, providing a dedicated multi-speaker setup for compatible content.

Real 5.1-Channel Surround Sound

A single soundbar cannot physically place speakers behind the listener. The HT-S500RF uses a 5.1-channel configuration with a soundbar, two rear speakers and a subwoofer, creating separate channels around the listening position for a more directional surround experience.

Dedicated Rear Speakers

Rear-channel audio helps separate surround effects from the sound coming from the front. The HT-S500RF includes two compact rear speakers, allowing compatible surround soundtracks to place effects behind the listener.

External Wired Subwoofer

Low-frequency effects require dedicated speaker hardware to reproduce the bass channel. The HT-S500RF includes an external wired subwoofer with 240 W output, giving compatible movie soundtracks and music a dedicated low-frequency channel.

Dolby Digital & DTS Support

Surround content encoded in Dolby Digital or DTS requires compatible decoding to reproduce its separate audio channels. The HT-S500RF supports Dolby Digital and DTS, allowing compatible movies and programmes to use the system's 5.1-channel speaker configuration.

Bluetooth Connectivity

Playing music from a smartphone does not always require a physical audio cable. The HT-S500RF supports Bluetooth connectivity with AAC and SBC receiver codecs, allowing compatible devices to stream audio wirelessly.

HDMI ARC

Connecting a sound system to a TV can involve multiple cables and inputs. HDMI ARC allows compatible TVs to send audio to the soundbar through a single HDMI connection, while BRAVIA Sync and HDMI CEC provide compatible device-control functionality.

USB Audio Playback

If your music is stored on a USB drive, a separate playback device is not required. The HT-S500RF supports USB Type-A audio playback for compatible WAV, MP3 and WMA files.

Sony Music Center App

Managing music playback and compatible sound functions from a smartphone can be more convenient than using the physical controls alone. The Sony | Music Center app supports control of compatible wireless music streaming and USB playback functions.

Multiple Sound Modes

Different types of content can benefit from different sound processing. The HT-S500RF provides Auto Sound, Cinema, Music and Standard sound modes, along with Night Mode and Voice Mode sound effects.

Technical Specifications

What's Included

• Remote Commander

• HDMI Cable

• Wall Hanging Template

• Quick Setup Guide

• Instruction Manual

• Batteries

Warranty

• 1 year warranty provided by the manufacturer from the date of purchase.