Sony Blu ray Disc DVD Home Theatre System BDVN890W User Manual

4-418-125-12(2)  
Blu-ray Disc™/  
DVD Home Theatre  
System  
Operating Instructions  
BDV-N990W/BDV-N890W  
and/or peripherals in order to meet  
FCC emission limits.  
apparatus combination to avoid  
injury from tip-over.  
plug from the AC outlet  
immediately.  
Important Safety  
Instructions  
1) Read these instructions.  
2) Keep these instructions.  
3) Heed all warnings.  
On watching 3D video  
images  
Some people may experience  
discomfort (such as eye strain,  
fatigue, or nausea) while watching  
3D video images. Sony  
13) Unplug this apparatus during  
lightning storms or when  
4) Follow all instructions.  
5) Do not use this apparatus near  
water.  
unused for long periods of time.  
14) Refer all servicing to qualified  
service personnel. Servicing is  
required when the apparatus  
has been damaged in any way,  
such as power-supply cord or  
plug is damaged, liquid has  
been spilled or objects have  
fallen into the apparatus, the  
apparatus has been exposed to  
rain or moisture, does not  
operate normally, or has been  
dropped.  
recommends that all viewers take  
regular breaks while watching 3D  
video images. The length and  
frequency of necessary breaks will  
vary from person to person. You  
must decide what works best. If you  
experience any discomfort, you  
should stop watching the 3D video  
images until the discomfort ends;  
consult a doctor if you believe  
necessary. You should also review  
(i) the instruction manual and/or the  
caution message of any other  
device used with, or Blu-ray Disc  
contents played with this product  
and (ii) our website (http://  
6) Clean only with dry cloth.  
7) Do not block any ventilation  
openings. Install in accordance  
with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
8) Do not install near any heat  
sources such as radiators, heat  
registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including  
amplifiers) that produce heat.  
9) Do not defeat the safety  
purpose of the polarized or  
grounding-type plug. A  
For the customers in  
Canada  
polarized plug has two blades  
with one wider than the other. A  
grounding type plug has two  
blades and a third grounding  
prong. The wide blade or the  
third prong are provided for  
your safety. If the provided  
plug does not fit into your  
outlet, consult an electrician for  
replacement of the obsolete  
outlet.  
esupport.sony.com/) for the latest  
information. The vision of young  
children (especially those under six  
years old) is still under  
development. Consult your doctor  
(such as a pediatrician or eye  
doctor) before allowing young  
children to watch 3D video images.  
Adults should supervise young  
children to ensure they follow the  
recommendations listed above.  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric  
shock, do not expose this apparatus  
to dripping or splashing, and do not  
place objects filled with liquids,  
such as vases, on the apparatus.  
Properly shielded and grounded  
cables and connectors must be used  
for connection to host computers  
and/or peripherals.  
10) Protect the power cord from  
being walked on or pinched  
particularly at plugs,  
For the main unit  
The nameplate and the date of  
manufacture marking are located  
on the bottom exterior.  
For the customers in  
the U.S.A.  
convenience receptacles, and  
the point where they exit from  
the apparatus.  
Blu-ray Disc/DVD  
receiver (HBD-  
N890W)  
This equipment must not be co-  
located or operated in conjunction  
with any other antenna or  
transmitter.  
Precautions  
11) Only use attachments/  
accessories specified by the  
manufacturer.  
On power sources  
• The unit is not disconnected from  
the mains as long as it is  
connected to the AC outlet, even  
if the unit itself has been turned  
off.  
12) Use only with the cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, or table  
specified by the manufacturer,  
or sold with the apparatus.  
When a cart is used, use caution  
when moving the cart/  
This equipment complies with FCC  
radiation exposure limits set forth  
for an uncontrolled environment  
and meets the FCC radio frequency  
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in  
• As the main plug is used to  
disconnect the unit from the  
mains, connect the unit to an  
easily accessible AC outlet.  
Should you notice an abnormality  
in the unit, disconnect the main  
Supplement C to OET65.  
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This equipment should be installed  
and operated keeping the radiator at  
least 20cm or more away from  
person’s body (excluding  
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and  
ankles).  
This equipment complies with IC  
radiation exposure limits set forth  
for an uncontrolled environment  
and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio  
frequency (RF) Exposure rules.  
This equipment should be installed  
and operated keeping the radiator at  
least 20cm or more away from  
person’s body (excluding  
of the AACS may adopt or change  
its restriction rules after the time  
of purchase.  
• Cinavia Notice  
This product uses Cinavia  
technology to limit the use of  
unauthorized copies of some  
commercially-produced film and  
videos and their soundtracks.  
When a prohibited use of an  
unauthorized copy is detected, a  
message will be displayed and  
playback or copying will be  
interrupted.  
More information about Cinavia  
technology is provided at the  
Cinavia Online Consumer  
Information Center at http://  
additional information about  
Cinavia by mail, send a postcard  
with your mailing address to:  
Cinavia Consumer Information  
Center, P.O. Box 86851, San  
Diego, CA, 92138, USA.  
For the wireless  
transceiver (EZW-  
RT50)  
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and  
ankles).  
This device complies with part 15  
of the FCC rules. Operation is  
subject to the following two  
conditions: (1) this device may not  
cause harmful interference, and (2)  
this device must accept any  
interference received, including  
interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
For the wireless  
transceiver (EZW-  
RT50)  
This Class B digital apparatus  
complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions:  
(1) this device may not cause  
interference, and (2) this device  
must accept any interference,  
including interference that may  
cause undesired operation of this  
device.  
This equipment must not be co-  
located or operated in conjunction  
with any other antenna or  
transmitter.  
This equipment complies with FCC  
radiation exposure limits set forth  
for an uncontrolled environment  
and meets the FCC radio frequency  
(RF) Exposure Guidelines in  
Supplement C to OET65.  
Copyrights and  
Trademarks  
• This system incorporates with  
Dolby* Digital and Dolby Pro  
Logic adaptive matrix surround  
decoder and the DTS** Digital  
Surround System.  
This equipment complies with IC  
radiation exposure limits set forth  
for an uncontrolled environment  
and meets RSS-102 of the IC radio  
frequency (RF) Exposure rules.  
This equipment should be installed  
and operated keeping the radiator at  
least 20cm or more away from  
person’s body (excluding  
This equipment should be installed  
and operated keeping the radiator at  
least 20cm or more away from  
person’s body (excluding  
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and  
ankles).  
* Manufacturedunder license  
from Dolby Laboratories.  
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the  
double-D symbol are  
trademarks of Dolby  
Laboratories.  
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and  
ankles).  
For the customers in  
Canada  
**Manufacturedunder license  
under U.S. Patent Nos:  
5,956,674; 5,974,380;  
6,226,616; 6,487,535;  
7,212,872; 7,333,929;  
7,392,195; 7,272,567 &  
other U.S. and worldwide  
patents issued & pending.  
DTS-HD, the Symbol, &  
DTS-HD and the Symbol  
together are registered  
trademarks of DTS, Inc.  
Product includes software.  
© DTS, Inc. All Rights  
Reserved.  
Copy Protection  
• Please be advised of the advanced  
content protection systems used in  
both Blu-ray Disc and DVD  
media. These systems, called  
AACS (Advanced Access  
Blu-ray Disc/DVD  
receiver (HBD-  
N990W/HBD-N890W)  
Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions:  
(1) this device may not cause  
interference, and (2) this device  
must accept any interference,  
including interference that may  
cause undesired operation of this  
device.  
Content System) and CSS  
(Content Scramble System), may  
contain some restrictions on  
playback, analog output, and  
other similar features. The  
operation of this product and the  
restrictions placed may vary  
depending on the date of  
purchase, as the governing board  
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• This system incorporates High-  
Definition Multimedia Interface  
(HDMI ) technology.  
the Gracenote logo and logotype,  
and the “Powered by Gracenote”  
logo are either registered  
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• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for  
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Apple performance standards.  
Apple is not responsible for the  
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that the use of this accessory with  
iPod or iPhone may affect  
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• Wi-Fi , Wi-Fi Protected Access  
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• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of  
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This product contains technology  
subject to certain intellectual  
property rights of Microsoft. Use  
or distribution of this technology  
outside of this product is  
• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD”  
logo are trademarks of Panasonic  
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• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding  
technology and patents licensed  
from Fraunhofer IIS and  
Corporation.  
, “XMB,” and “xross media  
bar” are trademarks of Sony  
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Entertainment Inc.  
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license(s) from Microsoft.  
Thomson.  
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• This product incorporates  
proprietary technology under  
license from Verance Corporation  
and is protected by U.S. Patent  
7,369,677 and other U.S. and  
worldwide patents issued and  
pending as well as copyright and  
trade secret protection for certain  
aspects of such technology.  
Cinavia is a trademark of Verance  
Corporation. Copyright 2004-  
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Reverse engineering or  
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Content owners use Microsoft  
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intellectual property, including  
copyrighted content. This device  
uses PlayReady technology to  
access PlayReady-protected  
content and/or WMDRM-  
• Music and video recognition  
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fails to properly enforce  
restrictions on content usage,  
content owners may require  
Microsoft to revoke the device’s  
ability to consume PlayReady-  
protected content. Revocation  
should not affect unprotected  
content or content protected by  
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About These  
Operating  
Instructions  
• The instructions in these  
Operating Instructions  
describe the controls on the  
remote. You can also use the  
controls on the unit if they  
have the same or similar  
names as those on the remote.  
• In this manual, “disc” is used  
as a general reference for  
BDs, DVDs, Super Audio  
CDs, or CDs unless otherwise  
specified by the text or  
illustrations.  
• The instructions in this  
manual are for BDV-N990W  
and BDV-N890W. BDV-  
N990W is the model used for  
illustration purposes. Any  
difference in operation is  
clearly indicated in the text,  
for example, “BDV-N990W  
only.”  
• Some illustrations are  
presented as conceptual  
drawings, and may be  
different from the actual  
products.  
• The items displayed on the  
TV screen may vary  
depending on the area.  
• The default setting is  
underlined.  
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Table of Contents  
Deactivating the Buttons on  
the Unit........................................... 40  
Controlling Your TV or Other  
Remote ........................................... 40  
Changing the Brightness of the Front  
Indicator ......................................... 41  
Further Settings for the Wireless  
System............................................ 43  
Connecting the other components  
(Set-top box, etc.) .................. 19  
Connecting the antenna  
(aerial) .................................... 21  
Step 3: Preparing for Network  
Connection ..............................21  
Step 4: Setting up the Wireless  
System .....................................22  
Step 5: Performing the Easy  
Step 7: Enjoying Surround  
Selecting the Audio Format, Multilingual  
Tracks, or Channel..........................35  
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast  
Sound..............................................35  
Using the Control for HDMI Function for  
“BRAVIA” Sync ............................37  
Calibrating the Appropriate Speaker  
Settings Automatically ...................37  
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Unpacking  
BDV-N990W  
• Front speakers (2)  
• Speaker-bottom covers (4)  
• Bases (4)  
• Remote commander  
(remote) (1)  
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)  
• Calibration mic (1)  
• Lower parts of the front and  
surround speakers (4)  
• Surround speakers (2)  
• Dock for iPod/iPhone  
(TDM-iP30) (1)  
• Screws (silver) for the speaker  
(4)  
• Center speaker (1)  
• USB cable (1)  
• Screws (black) for the speaker  
(12)  
• Video cord (1)  
• Subwoofer (1)  
• Stand (1)  
• Surround amplifier (1)  
• Screws for the stand (3)  
• Cord cover (1)  
• Speaker cords (4, red/white/  
gray/blue)  
• Wireless transceivers (2)  
• Operating Instructions  
• Quick Setup Guide  
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)  
• Speaker Installation Guide  
or  
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BDV-N890W  
• Front speakers (2)  
• Speaker-bottom covers (2)  
• Bases (2)  
• Calibration mic (1)  
• Dock for iPod/iPhone  
(TDM-iP30) (1)  
• Lower parts of the front  
speakers (2)  
• Surround speakers (2)  
• USB cable (1)  
• Video cord (1)  
• Center speaker (1)  
• Screws (silver) (2)  
• Screws (black) (6)  
• Surround amplifier (1)  
• Subwoofer (1)  
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)  
• Wireless transceivers (2)  
or  
• Remote commander  
(remote) (1)  
• Operating Instructions  
• Quick Setup Guide  
• Speaker cords (2, red/white)  
• Speaker Installation Guide  
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)  
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Index to Parts and Controls  
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.  
Front panel  
Slot  
USB  
2
FUNCTION  
VOL  
VOL  
BDV-N990W  
Slot  
BDV-N890W  
USB  
2
A Disc slot (page 27)  
About soft-touch buttons/  
indicators  
B Front panel display  
These buttons function when the soft-touch  
button indicators are lit.  
C
D
(remote sensor)  
USB 2 port (page 28)  
Open the cover using a fingernail in the slot.  
You can turn on/off the indicators by setting  
[Illumination/Display] (page 49). When you set  
[Illumination/Display] to [Auto], the indicators  
turn off. In this case, touch any soft-touch  
button. When the indicators light up, touch the  
desired button.  
E Soft-touch buttons/indicators  
N (play)  
x (stop)  
./> (previous/next)  
Z (eject)  
• These buttons work when you touch them lightly. Do  
not press on them with excessive force.  
FUNCTION (page 25)  
Selects the playback source.  
VOL +/–  
F Power indicator  
Lights up while the system is turned on.  
G "/1 (on/standby)  
Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode.  
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Front panel display  
About the indications in the front panel display  
A Lights up when repeat play is  
F Displays the system’s status, such as  
activated.  
radio frequency, etc.  
When you press DISPLAY, the stream  
information/decoding status is displayed  
when the function is set to “TV.”  
The stream information/decoding status  
may not appear depending on the stream or  
item being decoded.  
B Lights up when stereo sound is  
received. (Radio only)  
C Lights up when the system is playing  
via the PARTY STREAMING function.  
D Lights up when muting is on.  
E Lights up when the HDMI (OUT) jack is  
correctly connected to an HDCP (High-  
bandwidth Digital Content Protection)  
compliant device with HDMI or DVI  
(Digital Visual Interface) input.  
Rear panel  
TV  
AUDIO  
OPTICAL  
L
USB  
1
ANTENNA  
COAXIAL 75  
VIDEO OUT  
SPEAKERS  
A.CAL MIC  
ECM-AC3  
R
ARC  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUBWOOFER CENTER  
DIGITAL IN  
AUDIO IN  
FM  
LAN (100)  
IN  
1
IN  
2
OUT  
A Wireless transceiver slot (page 22)  
USB 1 port (page 28)  
G TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page  
B
H AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 19)  
C LAN (100) terminal (page 21)  
D VIDEO OUT jack (page 18)  
E HDMI (IN 1/IN 2) jacks (page 19)  
F HDMI (OUT) jack (page 18)  
I A.CAL MIC jack (pages 24, 37)  
J ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75Ω) jack  
K SPEAKERS jacks (page 17)  
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Surround amplifier  
Rear panel  
Front panel  
L
R
IMPEDANCE USE 3-16  
SPEAKERS  
EZW-RT50  
SECURE LINK  
LINK/STANDBY  
A "/1 (Power)  
C Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50) slot  
B LINK/STANDBY indicator (page 23)  
You can check the status of wireless  
transmission between the main unit and  
surround amplifier.  
D SPEAKERS jacks  
Starts the Secure Link function.  
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A Z (eject)  
SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO  
Remote control  
Selects whether TV sound is output from  
the system’s speakers or the TV’s  
speaker(s). This function works only when  
you set [Control for HDMI] to [On]  
The buttons for system operation only are  
described below. See “Controlling Your TV or  
(page 40) for the buttons for operation of the  
connected components.  
AV "/1 (on/standby) (page 40)  
Turns on the TV or other component, or sets  
it to standby mode.  
SPEAKERS  
AV  
TV AUDIO  
1
"/1 (on/standby) (pages 24, 36)  
Turns on the system or sets it to standby  
mode.  
BRAVIA Sync  
BD  
TV  
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
2
3
4
B Number buttons (pages 36, 40)  
Enters the title/chapter numbers, preset  
station number, etc.  
STB  
9
ENTER  
DIMMER  
0
RED  
YELLOW  
TOP MENU  
GUIDE  
BLUE  
GREEN  
POP UP/ MENU  
LIST  
ENTER  
Enters the selected item.  
C Color buttons (yellow/blue/red/green)  
Short cut keys for selecting items on some  
BD menus (can also be used for Java  
interactive operations on BDs).  
TOOLS  
RETURN  
OPTIONS  
MENU  
FUNCTION  
PAGE  
SOUND MODE  
PAGE  
5
6
HOME  
D TOP MENU  
NETFLIX PRESET PRESET  
SEN  
TUNING  
STOP  
Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top  
Menu.  
TUNING  
PLAY  
SUBTITLE  
CC  
PAUSE  
POP UP/MENU  
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up  
Menu, or the DVD’s menu.  
8
MUTING VOL  
CH DISPLAY  
7
AUDIO  
SLEEP  
INPUT  
OPTIONS (pages 26, 32, 42)  
Displays the options menu on the TV screen  
or in the front panel display. (The location  
differs based on the selected function.)  
• Number 5, AUDIO, CH +, and N buttons  
have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a  
reference when operating the remote.  
• Names of buttons that work after pressing the  
TV or STB operation mode buttons are  
indicated with yellow label.  
RETURN  
Returns to the previous display.  
C/X/x/c  
Moves the highlight to a displayed item.  
(enter)  
Enters the selected item.  
The system automatically  
returns to standby mode  
E FUNCTION (pages 25, 36)  
Selects the playback source.  
If any button on the unit or remote is not pressed  
within 30 minutes, the system automatically  
returns to standby mode.  
By setting [External Input Settings]  
(page 50), you can skip unused inputs when  
selecting a function.  
Enters or exits the system’s home menu.  
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SOUND MODE (page 26)  
Selects the sound mode.  
G MUTING  
Turns off the sound temporarily.  
NETFLIX  
AUDIO (page 35)  
Accesses the “NETFLIX” online service.  
Selects the audio format/track.  
SEN  
VOL +/– (page 36)  
Accesses the “Sony Entertainment  
Network™” online service.  
Adjusts the volume.  
DISPLAY (pages 27, 30, 42)  
F Playback operation buttons  
Displays playback and web browsing  
information on the TV screen.  
Displays the preset radio station, frequency,  
etc., in the front panel display.  
./> (previous/next)  
Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or  
file.  
SLEEP (page 39)  
Sets the sleep timer.  
m/M (fast/slow/freeze frame)  
Fast reverse/fast forward the disc during  
playback. Each time you press the button,  
the search speed changes.  
H SUBTITLE  
Selects the subtitle language when  
multilingual subtitles are recorded on a BD-  
ROM/DVD VIDEO.  
Activates slow-motion play when pressed  
for more than one second in pause mode.  
Plays one frame at a time when pressed in  
pause mode.  
I Operation mode buttons (page 40)  
Changes the component to be operated on  
the remote.  
BD: You can operate this Blu-ray Disc/  
DVD Home Theatre System.  
• During Blu-ray 3D Disc playback, slow-motion  
reverse play and single-frame reverse play are  
not available.  
TV: You can operate a TV.  
STB: You can operate a cable box, digital  
satellite receiver, digital video receiver, etc.  
N (play)  
Starts or re-starts playback (resume play).  
Activates One-Touch Play (page 37) when  
the system is on and set to the “BD/DVD”  
function.  
DIMMER  
Sets the brightness of the front panel  
display and power indicator to either of 2  
levels.  
X (pause)  
Pauses or re-starts playback.  
x (stop)  
Stops playback and remembers the stop  
point (resume point). The resume point for  
a title/track is the last point you played or  
the last photo for a photo folder.  
Radio operation buttons  
PRESET +/–  
TUNING +/–  
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Attaching the stand to the unit  
Getting Started  
(BDV-N990W only)  
You can install the unit in a raised position by  
attaching the stand.  
Step 1: Installing the  
System  
1
Insert the pins of the stand in the holes  
on the bottom of the unit.  
How to position the system  
Install the system by referring to the illustration  
below.  
A
B
F
C
G
Stand (supplied)  
D
E
2
Secure the stand with the screws.  
H
A Front speaker (L (left))  
B Front speaker (R (right))  
C Center speaker  
D Surround speaker (L (left))  
E Surround speaker (R (right))  
F Subwoofer  
G Unit  
H Surround amplifier  
Screws (supplied)  
• Use caution when placing the speakers and/or  
speaker stands attached to the speakers on a specially  
treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining  
or discoloration may result.  
• Do not lean or hang on a speaker, as it may fall down.  
• The speaker of this set is not anti-magnetic. This may  
result in color unevenness when it is placed near a  
CRT TV or projector.  
• You can install the speakers on a wall. For details,  
refer to the supplied “Speaker Installation Guide.”  
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To the surround amplifier  
Step 2: Connecting the  
System  
Do not connect the AC power cords (mains  
leads) of the unit and surround amplifier to a  
wall outlet (mains) until all the other  
connections are made.  
Blue  
(Surround left  
speaker (L))  
Gray  
(Surround right  
speaker (R))  
IMPEDANCE USE 3-16  
SPEAKERS  
To assemble the speakers, refer to the supplied  
“Speaker Installation Guide.”  
• When you connect another component with a volume  
control, turn down the volume of the other  
components to a level where sound is not distorted.  
Connecting the speakers  
Connect the speaker cords to match the color of  
the SPEAKERS jacks of the unit.  
When connecting to the unit, insert the  
connector until it clicks.  
To the unit  
Red  
(Front right speaker (R))  
White  
(Front left speaker (L))  
Purple  
(Subwoofer)  
Green  
(Center speaker)  
SEAKERS  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUBWOOFER CENTER  
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Connecting the TV  
Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV.  
B
A
TV  
AUDIO  
OPTICAL  
L
USB  
1
ANTENNA  
COAXIAL 75  
VIDEO OUT  
SPEAKERS  
A.CAL MIC  
ECM-AC3  
R
ARC  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUBWOOFER CENTER  
DIGTAL IN  
AUDIO IN  
FM  
LAN (100)  
IN  
1
IN  
2
OUT  
C
D
Video connections  
A
High quality  
HDMI cable1) (not supplied)  
2)  
ARC  
or  
OUT  
B
Video cord (not supplied3)  
)
VIDEO OUT  
Standard  
quality  
1) Use a High Speed HDMI cable.  
2) If the HDMI IN jack of your TV is compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, an HDMI cable  
connection can also send a digital audio signal from the TV. For setting the Audio Return Channel function, see  
[Audio Return Channel] (page 49).  
3) The supplied video cord is for connection of the Dock for iPod/iPhone.  
Audio connections  
If you do not connect the system to the TV’s HDMI jack that is compatible with the ARC function,  
make an appropriate audio connection for listening to TV sound via the system’s speakers.  
C
D
High quality  
TV  
OPTICAL  
Digital optical cord (not supplied)  
Audio cable (not supplied)  
DIGITAL OUT  
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL IN  
AUDIO  
L
L
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
R
R
AUDIO IN  
Standard  
quality  
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Connecting the other components (Set-top box, etc.)  
Connect the system, other components, and TV as follows.  
TV  
Video out*  
Component  
(Set-top box, VCR, PlayStation®, or  
digital satellite receiver, etc.)  
Connection A  
Connection B, C  
Signal flow  
: Video signal  
: Audio signal  
System  
* This connection is unnecessary for connection A (HDMI connection).  
Select one of the following connection methods according to the jack type of the component.  
TV  
AUDIO  
OPTICAL  
L
USB  
1
ANTENNA  
COAXIAL 75  
VIDEO OUT  
SPEAKERS  
A.CAL MIC  
ECM-AC3  
R
ARC  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
SUBWOOFER CENTER  
DIGITAL IN  
AUDIO IN  
FM  
LAN (100)  
IN  
1
IN  
2
OUT  
A
B
C
A
B
High quality  
HDMI cable* (not supplied)  
Digital optical cord (not supplied)  
Audio cable (not supplied)  
HDMI OUT  
IN 1  
IN 2  
TV  
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL OUT  
OPTICAL  
DIGITAL IN  
C
AUDIO  
L
L
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
R
R
AUDIO IN  
Standard  
quality  
* Use a High Speed HDMI cable.  
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When you make connection A  
This connection can send both video and audio signals.  
• Video signals from the HDMI (IN 1/2) jacks are sent to the HDMI (OUT) jack only when the “HDMI1” or  
“HDMI2” function is selected.  
• To send an audio signal from the HDMI (IN 1/2) jacks to the HDMI (OUT) jack, you may need to change the audio  
output setting. For details, see [Audio Output] in [Audio Settings] (page 47).  
When you make connection B, C  
Connect the system so that video signals from the system and other component are sent to the TV, and  
audio signals from the component are sent to the system.  
• If you make connection B, C, set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [Off] (page 49).  
• You can enjoy component sound by selecting the “AUDIO” function for connection B.  
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Connecting the antenna  
(aerial)  
Step 3: Preparing for  
Network Connection  
Rear panel of the unit  
• To connect the system to your network, perform  
[Easy Network Settings]. For details, see “Step 5:  
AUDIO  
L
ANTENNA  
COAXIAL 75  
A.CAL MIC  
R
Select the method based on your LAN (Local  
Area Network) environment.  
FRONT  
R
FRONT  
L
AUDIO IN  
ECM-AC3  
F
• If you use a wireless LAN  
The system has built-in Wi-Fi, and you can  
connect the system to the network by making  
the network settings.  
or  
• If you use other than a wireless LAN  
Connect to the network by making a LAN  
cable connection as follows.  
FM wire antenna (aerial)  
(supplied)  
Rear panel of the unit  
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).  
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep  
it as horizontal as possible.  
TV  
OPTICAL  
USB  
1
VIDEO OUT  
ARC  
DIGITAL IN  
LAN 100)  
IN  
1
IN  
2
OUT  
• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial  
cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor  
FM antenna (aerial).  
Broadband router  
LAN  
LAN cable (not supplied)  
Before performing the network  
settings  
When your wireless LAN router (access point)  
is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)-compatible,  
you can easily set the network settings with the  
WPS button.  
If not, check the following information in  
advance, and record it in the space provided  
below.  
• The network name (SSID*) that identifies  
your network**.  
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• If security is set on your wireless network, the  
security key (WEP key, WPA key)**.  
Step 4: Setting up the  
Wireless System  
The unit transmits sound to the surround  
amplifier that is connected to the surround  
speakers. To activate wireless transmission,  
perform the following Steps.  
* SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that  
identifies a particular wireless network.  
**You need to check the settings of your wireless  
LAN router to get the information about SSID and  
security key. For details:  
– visit the following website:  
– refer to the instruction manual supplied with the  
wireless LAN router  
1
Insert the wireless transceiver into the  
unit.  
– consult the manufacturer of the wireless LAN  
router  
Rear panel of the unit  
About wireless LAN security  
Since communication via the wireless LAN  
function is established by radio waves, the  
wireless signal may be susceptible to  
interception. To protect wireless  
communication, this system supports various  
security functions. Be sure to correctly  
configure the security settings in accordance  
with your network environment.  
Wireless transceiver  
x No Security  
2
Insert the wireless transceiver into the  
surround amplifier.  
Although you can easily make settings, anyone  
can intercept wireless communication or intrude  
into your wireless network, even without any  
sophisticated tools. Keep in mind that there is a  
risk of unauthorized access or interception of  
data.  
Rear panel of the surround amplifier  
x WEP  
0
5
T
-R  
WEP applies security to communications to  
prevent outsiders from intercepting  
communications or intruding into your wireless  
network. WEP is a legacy security technology  
that enables older devices which do not support  
TKIP/AES to be connected.  
W
Z
E
Wireless transceiver  
x WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP)  
TKIP is a security technology developed in  
response to the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP  
assures a higher security level than WEP.  
3
Connect the AC power cord (mains  
lead) of the unit.  
Before connecting the AC power cord,  
make sure all connections in “Step 2:  
secure.  
x WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES)  
AES is a security technology that uses an  
advanced security method distinct from WEP  
and TKIP.  
AES assures a higher security level than WEP or  
TKIP.  
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4
5
Press "/1 to turn the system on.  
"/1  
About the standby mode  
The surround amplifier enters standby mode  
automatically when the main unit is in standby  
mode or wireless transmission is deactivated.  
The surround amplifier turns on automatically  
when the main unit is turned on and wireless  
transmission is activated.  
Connect the AC power cord (mains  
lead) of the surround amplifier.  
To specify the wireless  
connection  
LINK/STANDBY indicator  
If you use multiple wireless products or your  
neighbors use wireless products, interference  
may occur. To prevent this, you can specify the  
wireless connection to link the main unit to the  
surround amplifier (Secure Link function). For  
LINK/STANDBY  
When wireless transmission is activated,  
the LINK/STANDBY indicator turns  
green.  
If the LINK/STANDBY indicator does not  
Attaching the cord cover to the  
unit  
About the LINK/STANDBY  
indicator  
The LINK/STANDBY indicator shows wireless  
(BDV-N990W only)  
transmission status, as follows.  
You can shield the connectors with the cord  
cover when you use the unit in a raised position  
with the stand.  
Indicator  
Status  
Turns green.  
The system is turned on, wireless  
transmission is activated and  
surround signals are being  
received.  
• Make sure that the wireless transceiver is inserted  
into the unit (page 22) before attaching the cord  
cover.  
Turns orange.  
The system is turned on, wireless  
transmission is activated with the  
Secure Link function, and  
surround signals are being  
received.  
Insert the pins of the cord cover in the  
holes on the rear of the unit.  
Flashes green or Wireless transmission is  
Cord cover (supplied)  
orange slowly.  
deactivated.  
Turns red.  
The surround amplifier is in  
standby mode while the system is  
in standby mode or wireless  
transmission is deactivated.  
Turns off.  
The surround amplifier is turned  
off.  
Flashes green  
quickly.  
The wireless transceiver is not  
inserted correctly into the wireless  
transceiver slot.  
Flashes red.  
The surround amplifier’s  
protection is active.  
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Perform [Easy Initial Settings]. Follow  
the on-screen instructions to make the  
Step 5: Performing the  
Easy Setup  
basic settings using C/X/x/c and  
.
Follow the Steps below to make the basic  
adjustments and network settings for the system.  
Displayed items vary depending on the country  
model.  
C/X/x/c  
Depending on the connection method  
(page 18), perform the following setting.  
• HDMI cable connection: Follow the  
instructions that are displayed on the TV  
screen.  
1
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries  
(supplied) by matching the 3 and #  
ends on the batteries to the markings  
inside the compartment.  
• Video cord connection: Select [16:9] or  
[4:3] so that the picture is displayed  
correctly.  
For details about [Auto Calibration]  
settings in [Easy Initial Settings], see  
7
8
After completing of [Easy Initial  
Settings], perform [Easy Network  
Settings]. Press C/X/x/c to select [Easy  
2
3
Turn on the TV.  
Connect the calibration mic to the  
A.CAL MIC jack on the rear panel.  
Network Settings], then press  
.
The Easy Network Settings display  
appears.  
Set up the calibration mic at ear level using  
a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of  
each speaker should face the calibration  
mic, and there should be no obstruction  
between the speakers and the calibration  
mic.  
Follow the on-screen instructions to  
make the network settings using C/X/x/  
c and  
.
If the system cannot connect to the network,  
4
5
Press [/1.  
Switch the input selector on your TV so  
that the signal from the system  
appears on the TV screen.  
To recall the Easy Initial Settings  
display/Easy Network Settings  
display  
The Easy Setup Display for OSD language  
selection appears.  
1
Press HOME.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
2
3
Press C/c to select  
Press X/x to select [Easy Setup], then  
press  
Press X/x to select the setting, then  
press  
[Setup].  
.
4
.
• [Easy Initial Settings]  
• [Easy Network Settings]  
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The Easy Initial Settings display/Easy  
Network Settings display appears.  
Step 6: Selecting the  
Source  
You can select the playback source.  
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the  
desired function appears in the front panel  
display.  
When you press FUNCTION once, the current  
function appears in the front panel display, then  
each time you press FUNCTION, the function  
changes as follows.  
“BD/DVD” t “USB1” t “USB2” t “FM”  
t “HDMI1” t “HDMI2” t “TV” t  
“AUDIO” t “BD/DVD” t …  
Function  
Source  
“BD/DVD”  
Disc or network device to be  
played by the system  
“USB1”/“USB2” USB device or iPod/iPhone that is  
connected to the  
USB 1  
USB 2 port  
“FM”  
FM radio (page 36)  
“HDMI1”/  
“HDMI2”  
Component that is connected to  
the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2)  
jack on the rear panel (page 19)  
“TV”  
Component (TV, etc.) that is  
connected to the TV (DIGITAL  
IN OPTICAL) jack on the rear  
panel, or a TV compatible with the  
Audio Return Channel function  
that is connected to the HDMI  
(OUT) jack on the rear panel  
“AUDIO”  
Component that is connected to  
the AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R)  
jacks on the rear panel (page 19)  
Some functions may be changed via the TV screen by  
pressing FUNCTION, X/x, and  
.
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Sound mode  
Effect  
Step 7: Enjoying  
Surround Sound  
After performing the previous Steps and starting  
playback, you can easily enjoy pre-programmed  
sound modes that are tailored to different kinds  
of sound sources. They bring the exciting and  
powerful sound of movie theaters into your  
home.  
[3D Surround]  
(“3D SUR.”)  
[3D Surround] is a unique Sony  
algorithm that provides a 3D  
sound experience with depth and  
presence by creating a virtual  
sound field close to your ears.  
[Sports]  
(“SPORTS”)  
The system provides optimized  
sound for watching sports  
programs.  
[Night]  
(“NIGHT”)  
Suitable for watching movies at  
night by reducing loud sounds  
while maintaining clear dialog.  
[Hall]  
(“HALL”)  
The system creates sound as  
though you were listening in a  
concert hall.  
Selecting the sound mode  
Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during  
playback until the desired mode appears in  
the front panel display or on the TV screen.  
[2ch Stereo]  
(“2CH ST.”)  
The system outputs the sound  
from the front speakers and  
subwoofer regardless of sound  
format or number of channels.  
You can select the following items. The text  
enclosed in brackets ([--]) appears on the TV  
screen, and the text enclosed in double quotation  
mark (“--”) appears in the front panel display.  
[Demo Sound]  
(“DEMO SND”) sound, suitable for presentations,  
etc.  
The system provides ear-catching  
Sound mode  
Effect  
• If you set the sound mode to [Auto] and play Internet  
content of the Berlin Philharmonic, the system enters  
to “BERLIN PHILHARMONIC HALL” mode  
automatically (only for areas that are offered the  
service).  
[Auto]  
(“AUTO”)  
The system selects [Movie] or  
[Music] automatically to produce  
the sound effect depending on the  
disc or sound stream.  
• 2-channel source: The system  
simulates surround sound from  
2-channel sources and outputs  
sound from the 5.1 channel  
speakers by duplicating  
To select the sound mode from  
the option menu  
1
2
Press OPTIONS and X/x to select  
[Sound Mode], then press  
.
2-channel source sound across  
each speaker.  
Press X/x to select the sound mode,  
then press  
• Multi-channel source: The  
system outputs sound from the  
speakers depending on the  
number of channels of the  
source.  
.
• The sound mode can be selected only when [Sound  
Effect] is set to [Sound Mode On] (page 47). When  
[Sound Effect] is set to other than [Sound Mode On],  
the sound mode setting does not apply.  
[Movie]  
(“MOVIE”)  
The system provides the  
optimized sound for watching  
movies.  
• To enjoy 2-channel source in such as a CD multi-  
channel output, select [Auto], [Sports], [3D  
Surround], or [Hall].  
[Music]  
(“MUSIC”)  
The system provides the  
optimized sound for listening to  
music.  
[Audio Enhancer] The system optimizes 2-channel  
(“ENHANCER”) sources by enhancing sound lost  
by audio compression. Sound  
volume is automatically adjusted  
so that you can enjoy audio  
contents with inconsistent volume.  
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• To delete data in the USB memory, select [Erase BD  
Data] in [Video], and press . All data stored in  
the buda folder will be deleted.  
Playback  
Playing a Disc  
For playable discs, see “Playable Discs”  
Enjoying Blu-ray 3D  
You can enjoy Blu-ray 3D Discs with the 3D  
logo*.  
1
2
Switch the input selector on your TV so  
that the signal from the system  
appears on your TV screen.  
*
1
Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc playback.  
Load a disc.  
• Connect the system to your 3D-  
compatible TV using a High Speed HDMI  
cable (not supplied).  
• Set [3D Output Setting] and [TV Screen  
Size Setting for 3D] in [Screen Settings]  
2
Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc.  
The operation method differs depending on  
the disc. Refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with the disc.  
Playback starts.  
If playback does not start automatically,  
select  
in the  
[Video],  
[Music], or  
.
• Refer also to the operating instructions of your 3D-  
compatible TV.  
[Photo] category, and press  
Enjoying BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE  
Some BD-ROMs with “BD-LIVE Logo*” have  
bonus content and other data that can be  
downloaded for enjoyment.  
*
1
Connect the USB device to the  
1 port (page 12).  
USB  
For local storage, use a 1 GB or larger USB  
memory.  
2
Prepare for BD-LIVE (BD-LIVE only).  
• Connect the system to a network  
• Set [BD Internet Connection] to [Allow]  
3
Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/  
BD-LIVE.  
The operation method differs depending on  
the disc. Refer to the operating instructions  
of the disc.  
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Displaying the playback  
information  
Playing from a USB  
Device  
You can play video/music/photo files on a  
connected USB device.  
You can check the playback information, etc.,  
by pressing DISPLAY.  
The displayed information differs depending on  
the disc type and system status.  
For playable types of files, see “Playable Types  
Example: when playing a BD-ROM  
1
Connect the USB device to the  
USB  
1 port (page 12) or  
USB 2 port  
Refer to the operating instructions of the  
USB device before connecting.  
2
Press HOME.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
3
4
Press C/c to select  
[Video],  
[Music], or  
[Photo].  
Press X/x to select  
[USB device  
(USB1)] or  
[USB device (USB2)],  
then press  
.
A
B
C
D
Output resolution/Video frequency  
Title number or name  
• Do not remove the USB device during  
operation. To avoid data corruption or damage  
to the USB device, turn the system off before  
connecting or removing the USB device.  
The currently selected audio setting  
Available functions (  
subtitle)  
angle,  
audio,  
E
Playback information  
Displays play mode, playing status bar, disc  
type, video codec, bit rate, repeat type, elapsed  
time, total playing time  
F
G
Chapter number  
The currently selected angle  
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2
Press HOME.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
Enjoying an iPod/iPhone  
You can enjoy the music/video/photo and  
charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the  
system.  
3
4
Press C/c to select  
[Video],  
[Music], or [Photo].  
Press X/x to select [iPod (USB1)] or  
[iPod (USB2)], then press  
.
Compatible iPod/iPhone models  
Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest  
software before using with the system.  
x If you selected [Video] or [Music] in  
Step 3  
The video/music files are listed on the TV  
screen. Go to the next Step.  
Made for iPod touch 4th generation, iPod touch  
3rd generation, iPod touch 2nd generation, iPod  
nano 6th generation, iPod nano 5th generation  
(video camera), iPod nano 4th generation  
(video), iPod nano 3rd generation (video), iPod  
classic, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS,  
iPhone 3G  
x If you selected [Photo] in Step 3  
[Please change the TV input to the video  
input...] appears on the TV screen. Switch  
the input selector on your TV so that the  
signal from the iPod/iPhone appears on  
your TV screen. Then, start the slideshow  
by operating the iPod/iPhone directly.  
To enjoy an iPod/iPhone via the  
system  
5
Press C/X/x/c and  
that you want to play.  
to select the file  
The sound from the iPod/iPhone is played  
on the system.  
1
Connect the Dock for iPod/iPhone to  
the USB 1 port (page 12) or USB  
When you play a video file, switch the input  
selector on your TV so that the signal from  
the iPod/iPhone appears on your TV screen.  
You can operate the iPod/iPhone using the  
buttons on the supplied remote.  
For operation details of the iPod/iPhone,  
also refer to the operating instructions of the  
iPod/iPhone.  
2 port (page 11), then place the iPod/  
iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/iPhone.  
When you play a video/photo file, connect  
the video out jack of the Dock for iPod/  
iPhone to the video input jack of your TV  
with a video cord before placing the iPod/  
iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/iPhone.  
TV  
USB 1 port or  
USB 2 port of the unit  
• To change a system setting, such as the sound mode  
setting, while viewing images from your iPod/iPhone  
on your TV, select the input on your TV for this  
system before operating the system.  
VIDEO IN  
• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the  
system while the system is turned on.  
• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that  
data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when  
using an iPod/iPhone connected to this unit.  
• Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during operation. To  
avoid data corruption or damage to the iPod/iPhone,  
turn the system off when connecting or removing the  
iPod/iPhone.  
USB cable (supplied)  
Dock for iPod/iPhone (supplied)  
USB  
DE  
• The system only recognizes an iPod/iPhone that has  
previously been connected to the system.  
• The System Audio Control function does not work  
while playing video/photo files via the iPod/iPhone.  
• The system can recognize up to 5,000 files (including  
folders).  
Video cord (supplied)  
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C Network condition indicator  
Indicates signal strength for a wireless  
connection.  
Indicates a wired connection.  
Playing via a Network  
D
E
F
Network transmission speed  
The next video file name  
Enjoying Sony Entertainment  
Network (SEN)  
The currently selected video file name  
Sony Entertainment Network serves as a  
gateway delivering selected Internet content and  
a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to  
your unit.  
Playing files on a Home  
Network (DLNA)  
You can play video/music/photo files on other  
DLNA-certified components by connecting  
them to your home network.  
• Some Internet content requires registration via a PC  
before it can be played. For further details, visit the  
following website:  
• Some Internet content may not be available in some  
regions/countries.  
This unit can be used as a player and renderer.  
• Server: Stores and sends files  
• Player: Receives and plays files from the  
server  
1
Prepare for Sony Entertainment  
Network.  
• Renderer: Receives and plays files from the  
server, and can be operated by another  
component (controller)  
Connect the system to a network (page 21).  
2
3
Press SEN.  
• Controller: Operates the renderer component  
Press C/X/x/c to select the Internet  
content and a variety of on-demand  
Server  
entertainment, then press  
.
Video streaming control panel  
The control panel appears when a video file  
starts playing. The displayed items may differ  
depending on the Internet content provider.  
To display again, press DISPLAY.  
Player  
Player  
(This system)  
Prepare for using the DLNA function.  
• Connect the system to a network (page 21).  
• Prepare other DLNA-certified components.  
For details, see the operating instructions of  
the components.  
A
B
Control display  
Press C/X/x/c or  
for playback operations.  
Playing status bar  
Status bar, cursor indicating the current  
position, playing time, duration of the video  
file  
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To play files stored on a DLNA  
server via the system (DLNA  
Player)  
Playing the same music in  
different rooms (PARTY  
STREAMING)  
Select the DLNA server icon from  
[Video],  
[Music], or  
[Photo] in the home menu,  
then select the file that you want to play.  
You can play the same music at the same time  
across all Sony components which are  
Server  
compatible with the PARTY STREAMING  
function and connected to your home network.  
Contents in  
[Music] and the “FM” and  
“AUDIO” functions can be used with the  
PARTY STREAMING function.  
There are two kinds of PARTY STREAMING-  
compatible components.  
Player  
• PARTY host: Plays and sends music.  
• PARTY guest: Plays music that is sent from  
PARTY host.  
(This system)  
To play remote files by operating  
the system (Renderer) via a DLNA  
controller  
You can operate the system with a DLNA-  
certified controller, such as iPhone, when  
playing files stored on a DLNA server.  
This unit can be used as a PARTY host or  
PARTY guest.  
PARTY host  
(This system)  
Server  
PARTY guest  
PARTY guest  
Renderer  
Controller  
(This system)  
Prepare for PARTY STREAMING.  
Control this system using a DLNA controller.  
For details of operation, see the operating  
instructions of the DLNA controller.  
• Connect the system to a network (page 21).  
• Connect components which are compatible  
with the PARTY STREAMING function.  
• Do not operate the system with the supplied remote  
and a DLNA controller at the same time.  
To use the system as the PARTY  
host  
• For details about the DLNA controller, refer to the  
operating instructions of the DLNA controller.  
Select a track in  
[Music], a radio station in  
[Radio], or  
[AUDIO] in [Input],  
press OPTIONS, then select [Start PARTY]  
from the options menu to start.  
To close, press OPTIONS, then select [Close  
PARTY] from the options menu.  
• The system is compatible with the “Play To” function  
of Windows Media Player 12 that comes standard  
with Windows 7.  
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A
B
Content details  
Displays a list of related information, such as  
title, cast, track, or artist.  
• If content that is not compatible with the PARTY  
STREAMING function is played, the system closes  
PARTY automatically.  
[Playback History]  
Displays a list of previously played BD-ROM/  
DVD-ROM/CD-DA (music CD) titles. Select  
a title to acquire content information.  
To use the system as a PARTY  
guest  
Select  
[PARTY] in  
[Music], then select  
C
[Search History]  
the PARTY host device icon.  
To leave the PARTY, press OPTIONS, then  
select [Leave PARTY].  
Displays a list of previous searches performed  
via the [Video Search] or [Music Search]  
function.  
To close the PARTY, press OPTIONS, then  
select [Close PARTY].  
To search for further related  
information  
Select an item in the lists, then select the service  
for searches.  
• The sale and product lineup of products that are  
compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function  
differ depending on the area.  
Searching for video/music  
information  
Available Options  
Various settings and playback operations are  
available by pressing OPTIONS. The available  
items differ depending on the situation.  
You can acquire content information using  
Gracenote technology and search for related  
information.  
Common options  
1
2
Connect the system to a network  
Item  
Details  
Insert a disc with content about which  
you want to search.  
[Sound Mode]  
Changes the sound mode  
setting (page 26).  
You can perform a video search from a BD-  
ROM or DVD-ROM, and a music search  
from a CD-DA (music CD).  
[Shuffle Setting]  
(iPod/iPhone only)  
Sets shuffle playback.  
[Repeat Setting]  
[3D Menu]  
Sets repeat playback.  
[Simulated 3D]: Adjusts the  
simulated 3D effect.  
[3D Depth Adjustment]:  
Adjusts the depth of 3D  
images.  
3
4
Press C/c to select  
[Video] or  
[Music].  
Press X/x to select  
[Video Search]  
or  
[Music Search].  
[2D Playback]: Sets playback  
to 2D image.  
The content information is displayed.  
[Play/Stop]  
Starts or stops playback.  
[Play from beginning] Plays the item from the  
beginning.  
[Start PARTY]  
Starts a party with the  
selected source.  
This item may not appear  
depending on the source.  
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Item  
Details  
Item  
Details  
[Leave PARTY]  
Leaves from a party which  
the system is participating in.  
The PARTY STREAMING  
function continues among  
other participating devices.  
[Video Settings]  
• [Picture Quality Mode]:  
Selects the picture settings.  
[Auto], [Custom1], and  
[Custom2] are available  
only for HDMI connections.  
• [TextureRemaster]:Adjusts  
the sharpness and detail of  
the edges.  
[Close PARTY]  
For PARTY host: Closes a  
party.  
For PARTY guest: Closes a  
party which the system is  
participating in. The PARTY  
STREAMING function ends  
for all other participating  
devices.  
• [Super Resolution]:  
Improves the resolution.  
• [Smoothing]: Reduces on-  
screen banding by  
smoothing gradations on  
flat areas.  
[Video] only  
• [Contrast Remaster]:  
Automatically arranges the  
black and white levels so  
that the screen is not too  
dark and the image is  
modulated.  
Item  
Details  
[A/V SYNC]  
Adjusts the gap between  
picture and sound. For  
• [Clear Black]: Adjusts the  
display of the dark elements  
of the image. All shading is  
not suppressed; it allows  
beautifully reproduced  
black tones.  
[3D Output Setting] Sets whether or not to output  
3D video automatically.  
• 3D video from the HDMI  
(IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack  
is output regardless of this  
setting.  
[Pause]  
Pauses playback.  
[Top Menu]  
Displays the BD’s or DVD’s  
Top Menu.  
[Menu/Popup Menu] Displays the BD-ROM’s  
Pop-up Menu or DVD’s  
menu.  
[Title Search]  
Searches for a title on BD-  
ROMs/DVD VIDEOs and  
starts playback from the  
beginning.  
[Chapter Search]  
Searches for a chapter and  
starts playback from the  
beginning.  
[Audio]  
Selects the audio format/  
track.  
[Subtitle]  
Selects the subtitle language  
when multilingual subtitles  
are recorded on a BD-ROM/  
DVD VIDEO.  
[Angle]  
Switches to other viewing  
angles when multi-angles are  
recorded on BD-ROMs/DVD  
VIDEOs.  
[IP Content NR Pro] Adjusts the picture quality of  
Internet content.  
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Item  
Details  
Adjusting the delay between  
the picture and sound  
(A/V SYNC)  
[Video Search]  
Displays information on the  
BD-ROM/DVD-ROM based  
on Gracenote technology.  
[Music] only  
When the sound does not match the pictures on  
the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between  
the picture and sound.  
The setting method differs depending on the  
function.  
Item  
Details  
[Add Slideshow  
BGM]  
Registers music files in the  
USB memory as slideshow  
background music (BGM).  
[Music Search]  
Displays information on the  
audio CD (CD-DA) based on  
Gracenote technology.  
When playing via other than the  
“FM” or “TV” function  
1
Press OPTIONS.  
[Photo] only  
The option menu appears on the TV screen.  
Item  
Details  
2
3
Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC], then  
[Slideshow]  
Starts a slideshow.  
Changes the slideshow speed.  
press  
.
[Slideshow Speed]  
[Slideshow Effect]  
Press C/c to adjust the delay between  
the picture and sound.  
Sets the effect when playing a  
slideshow.  
You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms in 25  
ms increments.  
[Slideshow BGM]  
• [Off]: Turns off the  
function.  
• [My Music from USB]: Sets  
the music files registered in  
[Add Slideshow BGM].  
• [Play from Music CD]: Sets  
the tracks on CD-DAs  
(music CDs).  
4
Press  
.
The setting is made.  
When playing via the “TV”  
function  
1
Press OPTIONS.  
[Change Display]  
[Rotate Left]  
Switches between [Grid  
View] and [List View].  
The option menu appears in the front panel  
display.  
Rotates the photo  
counterclockwise by  
90 degrees.  
2
3
Press X/x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC”  
appears in the front panel display, then  
[Rotate Right]  
[View Image]  
Rotates the photo clockwise  
by 90 degrees.  
press  
or c.  
Press X/x to adjust the delay between  
the picture and sound.  
Displays the selected picture.  
You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms in 25  
ms increments.  
4
5
Press  
.
The setting is made.  
Press OPTIONS.  
The option menu in the front panel display  
turns off.  
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x CD  
• [ Stereo]: The standard stereo sound.  
• [ 1/L]: The sound of the left channel  
(monaural).  
Sound Adjustment  
Selecting the Audio  
Format, Multilingual  
Tracks, or Channel  
• [ 2/R]: The sound of the right channel  
(monaural).  
• [ L+R]: The sound of both the left and right  
channels output from each individual speaker.  
When the system is playing a BD/DVD VIDEO  
recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM,  
Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS) or  
multilingual tracks, you can change the audio  
format or language.  
With a CD, you can select the sound from the  
right or left channel and listen to the sound of the  
selected channel through both the right and left  
speakers.  
Enjoying Multiplex  
Broadcast Sound  
(DUAL MONO)  
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when  
the system receives or plays a Dolby Digital  
multiplex broadcast signal.  
Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to  
select the desired audio signal.  
• To receive a Dolby Digital signal, you need to  
connect a TV or other component to the TV  
(DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack with a digital optical  
cord (pages 18, 19). If your TV’s HDMI IN jack is  
compatible with the Audio Return Channel function  
(pages 18,49), you can receive a Dolby Digital signal  
via an HDMI cable.  
The audio information appears on the TV  
screen.  
x BD/DVD VIDEO  
Depending on the BD/DVD VIDEO, the choice  
of language varies.  
When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a  
(page 63) to confirm which language the code  
represents. When the same language is  
displayed two or more times, the BD/DVD  
VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.  
Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired  
signal appears in the front panel display.  
• “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be  
output.  
• “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be  
output.  
x DVD-VR  
• “MAIN/SUB”: Mixed sound of both the main  
and sub languages will be output.  
The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are  
displayed.  
Example:  
• [ Stereo]  
• [ Stereo (Audio1)]  
• [ Stereo (Audio2)]  
• [ Main]  
• [ Sub]  
• [ Main/Sub]  
• [ Stereo (Audio1)] and [ Stereo (Audio2)] do not  
appear when only one audio stream is recorded on the  
disc.  
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Presetting radio stations  
Tuner  
You can preset up to 20 stations. Before tuning,  
make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.  
Listening to the Radio  
1
2
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”  
appears in the front panel display.  
1
2
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”  
appears in the front panel display.  
Press and hold TUNING +/– until the  
auto scanning starts.  
Select the radio station.  
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a  
station.  
Automatic tuning  
Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto  
scanning starts.  
3
Press OPTIONS.  
The option menu appears on the TV screen.  
[Auto Tuning] appears on the TV screen.  
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a  
station.  
4
5
6
Press X/x to select [Preset Memory],  
then press  
Press X/x to select the preset number  
you want, then press  
.
To cancel automatic tuning, press any  
buttons other than VOL +/–.  
.
Manual tuning  
Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to store other  
stations.  
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly.  
To change a preset number  
3
Adjust the volume by pressing  
VOL +/–.  
Select the desired preset number by pressing  
PRESET +/–, then perform the procedure from  
Step 3.  
If an FM program is noisy  
If an FM program is noisy, you can select  
monaural reception. There will be no stereo  
effect, but reception will improve.  
Selecting a preset station  
1
Press OPTIONS.  
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”  
appears in the front panel display.  
The option menu appears on the TV screen.  
2
3
Press X/x to select [FM Mode], then  
The last received station is tuned in.  
press  
.
2
Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select  
the preset station.  
Press X/x to select [Monaural].  
• [Stereo]: Stereo reception.  
The preset number and frequency appear on  
the TV screen and front panel display.  
Each time you press the button, the system  
tunes in one preset station.  
• [Monaural]: Monaural reception.  
4
Press  
.
The setting is made.  
• You can select the preset station number directly  
by pressing the number buttons.  
• You can set [FM Mode] to each preset station  
separately.  
• Each time you press DISPLAY, the display in  
the front panel display changes as follows:  
Frequency t Preset number t Decoding  
status* t Frequency t …  
To turn off the radio  
Press "/1.  
*Appears when [Sound Effect] is set to [Dolby  
Pro Logic], [DTS Neo:6 Cinema], or [DTS  
Neo:6 Music] (page 47).  
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can change the speakers to which TV sound is  
output by pressing  
SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO.  
Other Operations  
• When sound from the TV or other components  
is output via the speakers of the system, you  
can adjust the volume and turn off the sound of  
the system by operating the TV.  
Using the Control for  
HDMI Function for  
“BRAVIA” Sync  
This function is available on TVs with the  
“BRAVIA” Sync function.  
By connecting Sony components that are  
compatible with the Control for HDMI function  
via an HDMI cable, operation is simplified.  
Audio Return Channel  
You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using  
just one HDMI cable. For details of the setting,  
Language Follow  
When you change the language for the on-screen  
display of the TV, the system’s on-screen  
display language is also changed after turning  
the system off and on.  
• To use the “BRAVIA” Sync function, turn on the  
system and all components that are connected to the  
system after connecting them with an HDMI cable.  
Routing Control  
Control for HDMI - Easy Setting  
You can set the system’s [Control for HDMI]  
function automatically by enabling the  
corresponding setting on the TV.  
For details about the Control for HDMI  
When you perform One-Touch Play on the  
connected component, the system turns on and  
sets the system’s function to “HDMI1” or  
“HDMI2” (depending on the HDMI input jack  
in use), and your TV’s input is automatically set  
to the HDMI input to which the system is  
connected.  
System Power Off  
You can turn the system off in sync with the TV.  
• The system does not turn off automatically while  
playing music or when set to the “FM” function.  
Calibrating the  
Appropriate Speaker  
Settings Automatically  
[Auto Calibration]  
D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)  
brings you the ideal sound experience by  
automatically adjusting the setting of the  
speakers’ distance, location, and characteristic.  
One-Touch Play  
When you press N on the remote, the system  
and your TV turn on, and your TV’s input is set  
to the HDMI input to which the system is  
connected.  
System Audio Control  
You can simplify operation to enjoy sound from  
the TV or other components.  
• The system outputs a loud test sound when [Auto  
Calibration] starts. You cannot turn the volume  
down. Give consideration to children and neighbors.  
• Before [Auto Calibration], make sure that all the  
speakers are connected to the unit and surround  
amplifier.  
You can use the System Audio Control function  
as follows:  
• When the system is turned on, the sound of the  
TV or other components can be output from  
the speakers of the system.  
• When sound from the TV or other components  
is output via the speakers of the system, you  
1
Press HOME.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
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2
3
Press C/c to select  
Press X/x to select [Audio Settings],  
then press  
Press X/x to select [Auto Calibration],  
then press  
[Setup].  
• You can change the unit of measurement (feet or  
meters) by pressing the color button (RED).  
.
4
.
The confirmation display for [Auto  
Calibration] appears.  
Setting the Speakers  
[Speaker Settings]  
5
Connect the calibration mic to the  
A.CAL MIC jack on the rear panel.  
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set  
the speakers’ distance from your listening  
position. Then use the test tone to adjust the  
balance of the speakers.  
Set up the calibration mic at ear level using  
a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of  
each speaker should face the calibration  
mic, and there should be no obstruction  
between the speakers and the calibration  
mic.  
1
Press HOME.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
2
3
Press C/c to select  
Press X/x to select [Audio Settings],  
then press  
Press X/x to select [Speaker Settings],  
then press  
[Setup].  
6
7
Press X/x to select [OK].  
To cancel, select [Cancel].  
.
Press  
.
4
[Auto Calibration] starts.  
.
The system adjusts the speaker settings  
automatically.  
The [Speaker Settings] display appears.  
5
Press X/x to select the item, then press  
Be quiet during the measurement.  
.
Check the following settings.  
• Before [Auto Calibration], make sure that the  
surround amplifier is turned on and you install  
the surround amplifier in an appropriate location  
to ensure wireless connection with it.  
x [Distance]  
When you move the speakers, be sure to set the  
parameters of the distance from the listening  
position to the speakers.  
You can set the parameters from 0 to 23 feet (0.0  
to 7.0 meters).  
8
9
Confirm the result of [Auto  
Calibration].  
The distance and level for each speaker  
appear on the TV screen.  
[Front Left/Right] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the front  
speaker distance.  
[Center] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the center speaker  
distance.  
[Surround Left/Right] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the  
surround speaker distance.  
[Subwoofer] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the subwoofer  
distance.  
• If measurement fails, follow the message then  
retry [Auto Calibration].  
Press X/x to select [OK] or [Cancel],  
then press  
.
x The measurement is OK.  
Disconnect the calibration mic, then select  
[OK]. The result is implemented.  
x The measurement is not OK.  
Follow the message, then select [OK] to  
retry.  
• You can change the unit of measurement (feet or  
meters) by pressing the color button (RED).  
x [Level]  
• While [Auto Calibration] is in progress, do not  
operate the system.  
You can adjust the sound level of the speakers.  
You can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to +6.0  
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9
Press X/x to select [Test Tone], then  
press  
dB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy  
adjustment.  
.
Press X/x to select [Off], then press  
[Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the front speaker  
level.  
.
[Center] 0.0 dB: Set the center speaker level.  
[Surround Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the surround  
speaker level.  
• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI  
(OUT) jack.  
[Subwoofer] 0.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level.  
• To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time,  
press VOL +/–.  
x [Relocation]  
You can correct the speaker position virtually to  
improve the surround effect.  
Using the Sleep Timer  
You can set the system to turn off at a preset  
time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.  
The time can be preset in intervals of 10  
minutes.  
[On]: You can hear sound from a virtually  
relocated speaker position determined by [Auto  
Calibration].  
[Off]: You can hear sound from the actual  
speaker position.  
Press SLEEP.  
• This setting is reflected after performing [Auto  
Calibration].  
Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display  
(the remaining time) in the front panel display  
changes by 10 minutes.  
x [Test Tone]  
The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust  
[Level].  
When you set the sleep timer, the remaining  
time appears every 5 minutes.  
When the remaining time is less than 2 minutes,  
“SLEEP” flashes in the front panel display.  
[Off]: The test tone is not emitted from the  
speakers.  
[On]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker  
in sequence while adjusting level. When you  
select one of the [Speaker Settings] items, the  
test tone is emitted from each speaker in  
sequence.  
To check the remaining time  
Press SLEEP once.  
To change the remaining time  
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired  
time.  
Adjust the sound level as follows.  
1
2
Set [Test Tone] to [On].  
Press X/x to select [Level], then press  
.
3
4
Press X/x to select the desired speaker  
type, then press  
.
Press C/c to select the left or right  
speaker, then press X/x to adjust the  
level.  
5
6
7
Press  
.
Repeat Steps 3 to 5.  
Press RETURN.  
The system returns to the previous display.  
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Button  
Remote’s mode  
Deactivating the Buttons  
on the Unit  
TV  
STB  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
AV "/1  
z
Number buttons  
(Child Lock)  
z
You can deactivate the buttons on the unit  
(except for "/1) for preventing misoperation,  
such as child mischief (child lock function).  
z
ENTER  
z
AUDIO  
a
SUBTITLE (CC)  
SLEEP (INPUT)  
Press x on the unit for more than 5  
seconds.  
z
a
Color buttons  
(YELLOW/  
BLUE/RED/  
GREEN)  
“LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.  
The child lock function is activated and the  
buttons on the unit are locked. (You can operate  
the system by using the remote.)  
To cancel, press x for more than 5 seconds so  
that “UNLOCK” appears in the front panel  
display.  
z
a
z
z
TOP MENU  
(GUIDE)  
POP UP/MENU  
(LIST)  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
C/X/x/c,  
RETURN  
• When you operate the buttons on the unit while the  
child lock function is on, “LOCKED” flashes in the  
front panel display.  
HOME (MENU)  
OPTIONS  
(TOOLS)  
a
a
a
a
FUNCTION  
(PAGE –)  
Controlling Your TV or  
Other Components with  
the Supplied Remote  
SOUND MODE  
(PAGE +)  
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
NETFLIX  
SEN  
a
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
z
./>  
m/M  
N
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the  
remote setting may be reset to the default (SONY)  
setting.  
X
x
MUTING  
VOL +/–  
CH +/–  
DISPLAY  
Controlling your components  
with the supplied remote  
1
Press the TV or STB operation mode  
button that matches the component  
you want to control.  
• In TV or STB mode, if you press any of the buttons  
above, the TV or STB operation mode button lights  
up. (However, depending on the code setting, some  
buttons may not work, and the TV or STB operation  
mode button may not light up.)  
2
Press the appropriated buttons listed  
in the following table.  
z: The button can be used with the  
default setting of the remote.  
• Depending on the TV or component, you may not be  
able to use some of the buttons.  
a: The button can be used when you  
change the preset code of the remote.  
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Changing the preset code of  
the remote (Preset mode)  
Clearing the preset code from  
the remote’s memory  
You can control non-Sony components by  
changing the preset code of the remote.  
1
Press and hold AV ?/1 first, then press  
VOL –, then press CH –.  
1
Press HOME.  
The BD, TV, and STB operation buttons  
light up.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
2
Release all buttons.  
2
3
Press C/c to select  
Press X/x to select [Remote Controller  
Setting Guide], then press  
Press X/x to select [Preset Mode], then  
press  
[Setup].  
The BD, TV, and STB operation mode  
buttons turn off and the preset code is  
cleared. The remote returns to its default  
settings.  
.
4
5
.
Press X/x to select the component type  
that you want to operate with the  
supplied remote, then press  
.
Changing the Brightness  
of the Front Panel  
Display and Power  
Indicator  
6
7
Press X/x to select the device’s  
manufacturer, then press  
.
Press POP UP/MENU while pressing  
the operation mode button TV (for a TV)  
or STB (for a cable box, digital satellite  
receiver, digital video recorder, etc.).  
8
When the TV or STB operation mode  
button starts flashing, enter the code  
on the TV screen using the number  
buttons, then press ENTER.  
Press DIMMER.  
Each time you press DIMMER, the brightness of  
the front panel display and power indicator is  
changed.  
If you successfully set the code, the TV or  
STB operation mode button will flash twice  
slowly. If the setting is unsuccessful, the  
TV or STB operation mode button will  
flash five times quickly.  
Saving Power in Standby  
Mode  
• You can quit Preset mode by pressing the TV or STB  
operation mode button (whichever button is  
flashing).  
Check that the following settings are both made:  
– [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] is set  
to [Off] (page 49).  
• If you do not operate the remote for more than 10  
seconds during presetting mode, the remote exits  
from presetting mode.  
– [Quick Start Mode] is set to [Off] (page 49).  
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Internet Browser display  
Browsing Websites  
You can check website information by pressing  
DISPLAY. The display information differs  
depending on the website and page status.  
1
Prepare for Internet browsing.  
Connect the system to a network (page 21).  
2
Press HOME.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
3
4
Press C/c to select  
Press X/x to select [Internet Browser],  
then press  
The [Internet Browser] display appears.  
[Network].  
.
• Some websites may not display correctly, or not  
function.  
A
B
C
Page title  
To enter a URL  
Select [URL entry] from the options menu.  
Enter the URL using the software keyboard,  
then select [Enter].  
Page address  
Cursor  
Move by pressing C/X/x/c. Place the cursor  
on the link you want to view, then press  
The linked website is displayed.  
.
To set the default start page  
While the page you want to set is displayed,  
select [Set as start page] from the options menu.  
D
E
SSL icon  
Appears when the linked URL is secured.  
Signal strength indicator  
Appears when the system is connected to a  
wireless network.  
To return to the previous page  
Select [Previous page] from the options menu.  
When the previous page does not appear even if  
you select [Previous page], select [Window List]  
from the options menu and select the page you  
want to return to from the list.  
F
G
H
Progress bar/Loading icon  
Appears when the page is being read, or during  
file download/transfer.  
Text input field  
Press , then choose [Input] from the options  
menu to open the software keyboard.  
To quit Internet Browser  
Press HOME.  
Scroll bar  
Press C/X/x/c to move the page display left,  
up, down, or right.  
Available options  
Various settings and operations are available by  
pressing OPTIONS.  
The available items differ depending on the  
situation.  
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Items  
Details  
Further Settings for the  
Wireless System  
[Browser Setup]  
Displays the Internet Browser  
settings.  
• [Zoom]: Increases or  
decreases the size of the  
displayed contents.  
• [JavaScript Setup]: Sets  
whether to enable or disable  
JavaScript.  
Activating wireless  
transmission between specific  
units  
• [Cookie Setup]: Sets  
whether or not to accept  
browser cookies.  
[Secure Link]  
• [SSL Alarm Display]: Sets  
whether to enable or disable  
SSL.  
You can specify the wireless connection to link  
the main unit to the surround amplifier using the  
Secure Link function.  
[Input]  
Displays the software  
This function can help prevent interference if  
you use multiple wireless products or your  
neighbors use wireless products.  
keyboard to enter characters  
while browsing a website.  
[Break]  
[Delete]  
Moves the cursor to the next  
line in the text input field.  
1
Press HOME.  
Erases one character on the  
left side of the cursor during  
text input.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
2
3
Press C/c to select  
Press X/x to select [System Settings],  
then press  
Press X/x to select [Wireless Sound  
Connection], then press  
[Setup].  
[Window List]  
Displays a list of all currently  
opened websites.  
.
Allows you to return to a  
previously displayed website  
by selecting the window.  
4
.
[Bookmark List]  
[URL entry]  
Displays the bookmark list.  
The [Wireless Sound Connection] display  
appears.  
Allows you to enter a URL  
when the software keyboard  
is displayed.  
[Previous page]  
[Next page]  
Moves to a previously  
displayed page.  
Moves to the previously  
displayed next page.  
[Cancel loading]  
[Reload]  
Stops loading a page.  
Reloads the same page.  
[Add to Bookmark]  
Adds the currently displayed  
website to the bookmark list.  
5
6
7
Press X/x to select [Secure Link], then  
press  
.
[Set as start page]  
Sets the currently displayed  
website as the default start  
page.  
Press X/x to select [On], then press  
.
[Open in new  
window]  
Opens a link in a new  
window.  
Press SECURE LINK on the rear of the  
surround amplifier.  
[Character encoding] Sets the character code.  
Proceed to the next Step within a few  
minutes.  
[Display certificate] Displays server certificates  
sent from pages that support  
SSL.  
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9
Press C/c to select [Start], then press  
6
Press X/x to select the desired setting,  
then press  
.
.
To return to the previous display, select  
[Cancel].  
• [Auto]: Normally select this. The system  
automatically selects the better channel  
for transmission.  
• [1], [2], [3]: The system transmits sound  
by fixing the channel for transmitting.  
Select the channel with the better  
transmission.  
After the message [Secure Link setting  
is complete.] appears, press  
.
The surround amplifier is linked to the main  
unit and the LINK/STANDBY indicator  
turns orange.  
If the message [Cannot set Secure Link.]  
appears, follow the on-screen messages.  
The transmission may be improved by changing the  
transmission channel (frequency) of the other wireless  
system(s). For details, refer to the operating  
To cancel the Secure Link  
function  
instructions of the other wireless system(s).  
For the main unit  
Select [Off] on Step 6 above.  
For the surround amplifier  
Press and hold SECURE LINK on the rear of the  
surround amplifier until the LINK/STANDBY  
indicator turns green or flashes green.  
If wireless transmission is  
unstable  
[RF Channel]  
If you use multiple wireless systems, such as a  
wireless LAN (Local Area Network) or  
Bluetooth, the wireless signals may be unstable.  
In this case, the transmission may be improved  
by changing the following [RF Channel] setting.  
1
Press HOME.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
2
3
Press C/c to select  
Press X/x to select [System Settings],  
then press  
Press X/x to select [Wireless Sound  
Connection], then press  
[Setup].  
.
4
.
The [Wireless Sound Connection] display  
appears.  
5
Press X/x to select [RF Channel], then  
press  
.
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Icon  
Explanation  
Makes the system-related  
Settings and Adjustments  
settings.  
Sets the input skip setting for  
Using the Setup Display  
You can make various adjustments to items such  
as picture and sound.  
The default settings are underlined.  
each external input.  
Makes detailed settings for  
Internet and network.  
• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over  
the Setup Display settings and not all the functions  
described may work.  
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make  
the basic settings.  
Resets the system to the factory  
settings.  
1
Press HOME.  
The home menu appears on the TV screen.  
2
3
Press C/c to select  
Press X/x to select the setup category  
icon to change, then press  
[Setup].  
.
[Remote Controller  
Setting Guide]  
You can setup the following options.  
Icon  
Explanation  
x [Preset Mode]  
Makes the remote settings for  
operating the TV or other  
components.  
You can change the preset code of the remote for  
controlling non-Sony components. For details,  
Updates the software of the  
system.  
Makes the screen settings  
according to the type of  
connecting jacks.  
[Network Update]  
For information about update functions, refer to  
the following website:  
Makes the audio settings  
according to the type of  
connecting jacks.  
During a software update, “UPDATING”  
appears in the front panel display. After the  
update completes, the main unit automatically  
turns off. Please wait for the software update to  
complete; do not turn the main unit on or off, or  
operate the main unit or TV.  
Makes detailed settings for BD/  
DVD playback.  
Makes detailed settings for the  
Parental Control function.  
Makes detailed settings for  
Super Audio CD playback.  
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x [Cinema Conversion Mode]  
[Screen Settings]  
[Auto]: Normally select this. The unit  
automatically detects whether the material is  
video-based or film-based, and switches to the  
appropriate conversion method.  
x [3D Output Setting]  
[Auto]: Normally select this.  
[Video]: The conversion method suited for  
video-based material will always be selected  
regardless of the material.  
[Off]: Select this to display all contents in 2D.  
• 3D video from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack  
is output regardless of this setting.  
x [Output Video Format]  
[HDMI]: Normally select [Auto]. Select  
[Original Resolution] to output the resolution  
recorded on the disc. (When the resolution is  
lower than SD resolution, it is scaled up to SD  
resolution.)  
x [TV Screen Size Setting for 3D]  
Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV.  
• This setting does not apply to 3D video from the  
HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack.  
[Video]: Automatically sets the lowest  
resolution.  
x [TV Type]  
[16:9]: Select this when connecting to a wide-  
screen TV or a TV with a wide-mode function.  
[4:3]: Select this when connecting to a 4:3  
screen TV without a wide-mode function.  
x [BD-ROM 24p Output]  
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video  
signals only when connecting a 1080/24p-  
compatible TV using the HDMI (OUT) jack.  
[On]: Select this when your TV is compatible  
with 1080/24p video signals.  
x [Screen Format]  
[Full]: Select this when connecting to a TV with  
a wide-mode function. Displays a 4:3 screen  
picture in 16:9 aspect ratio even on a wide-  
screen TV.  
[Normal]: Changes the picture size to fit the  
screen size with the original picture aspect ratio.  
[Off]: Select this when your TV is not  
compatible with 1080/24p video signals.  
x [DVD-ROM 24p Output]  
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video  
signals only when connecting a 1080/24p-  
compatible TV using the HDMI (OUT) jack.  
[Off]: Select this when your TV is not  
compatible with 1080/24p video signals.  
x [DVD Aspect Ratio]  
[Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture with black  
bands on the top and bottom.  
x [YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)]  
[Auto]: Automatically detects the type of  
external device, and switches to the matching  
color setting.  
[YCbCr (4:2:2)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video  
signals.  
[YCbCr (4:4:4)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video  
signals.  
[Pan & Scan]: Displays a full-height picture on  
the entire screen, with trimmed sides.  
[RGB]: Select this when connecting to a device  
with an HDCP compliant DVI jack.  
x [HDMI Deep Color Output]  
[Auto]: Normally select this.  
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[16bit], [12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 16bit/12bit/  
10bit video signals when the connected TV is  
compatible with Deep Color.  
[On]: Attenuates the input level. The output  
level will decrease at this setting.  
[Off]: Normal input level.  
[Off]: Select this when the picture is unstable or  
colors appear unnatural.  
x [Audio Output]  
You can select the output method where the  
audio signal is output.  
x [SBM] (Super Bit Mapping)  
[On]: Smooths the gradation of video signals  
output from the HDMI (OUT) jack.  
[Off]: Select this when outputting distorted  
video signals or unnatural color.  
[Speaker]: Outputs multi-channel sound from  
the system’s speakers only.  
[Speaker + HDMI]: Outputs multi-channel  
sound from the system’s speakers and 2-channel  
linear PCM signals from the HDMI (OUT) jack.  
[HDMI]: Outputs sound from the HDMI (OUT)  
jack only. Sound format depends on the  
connected component.  
x [Pause Mode] (BD/DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/  
DVD-RW only)  
[Auto]: The picture, including subjects that  
move dynamically, is output with no jitter.  
Normally select this position.  
[Frame]: The picture, including subjects that do  
not move dynamically, is output in high  
resolution.  
• When [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 49),  
[Audio Output] is set to [Speaker + HDMI]  
automatically and this setting cannot be changed.  
• When [Audio Output] is set to [HDMI], the output  
signal format for the “TV” function is 2-channel  
linear PCM.  
[Audio Settings]  
x [Sound Effect]  
You can set the system’s sound effects (SOUND  
MODE setting (page 26)) on/off.  
x [BD Audio MIX Setting]  
[On]: Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the  
interactive audio and secondary audio to the  
primary audio.  
For a 2-channel source, you can select [Dolby  
Pro Logic], [DTS Neo:6 Cinema], or [DTS  
Neo:6 Music] to simulate surround sound.  
[Off]: Outputs the primary audio only.  
[Sound Mode On]: Enables the surround effect  
of the sound mode (page 26). The sampling  
frequency upper limit is set to 48 kHz.  
[Dolby Pro Logic]: The system simulates  
surround sound from 2-channel sources and  
outputs sound from all the 5.1 channel speakers  
(Dolby Pro Logic decoding).  
[DTS Neo:6 Cinema]/[DTS Neo:6 Music]: The  
system simulates surround sound from  
2-channel sources and produces 6.1 channel  
sound (DTS Neo:6 Cinema/DTS Neo:6 Music  
mode decoding).  
x [Audio DRC]  
You can compress the dynamic range of the  
sound track.  
[Auto]: Performs playback at the dynamic range  
specified by the disc (BD-ROM only).  
[On]: The system reproduces the sound track  
with the kind of dynamic range that the  
recording engineer intended.  
[Off]: No compression of dynamic range.  
[Off]: The sound effects are disabled. You can  
hear sound as it is recorded.  
x [Attenuate - AUDIO]  
Distortion may occur when you listen to a  
component connected to the AUDIO (AUDIO  
IN L/R) jacks. You can prevent distortion by  
attenuating the input level on the unit.  
x [Speaker Settings]  
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set  
the speakers. For details, see “Setting the  
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x [Auto Calibration]  
[Parental Control  
Settings]  
You can calibrate the appropriate settings  
automatically. For details, see “Calibrating the  
x [Password]  
Set or change the password for the Parental  
Control function. A password allows you to set  
a restriction on BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, or  
Internet video playback. If necessary, you can  
differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs  
and DVD VIDEOs.  
[BD/DVD Viewing  
Settings]  
x [BD/DVD Menu Language]  
You can select the default menu language for  
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.  
When you select [Select Language Code], the  
display for entering the language code appears.  
Enter the code for your language by referring to  
x [Parental Control Area Code]  
Playback of some BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs  
can be limited according to the geographic area.  
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with  
different scenes. Follow the on-screen  
instructions and enter your four-digit password.  
x [BD Parental Control]/[DVD Parental  
Control]/[Internet Video Parental Control]  
By setting Parental Control, scenes can be  
blocked or replaced with different scenes.  
Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your  
four-digit password.  
x [Audio Language]  
You can select the default track language for  
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.  
When you select [Original], the language given  
priority in the disc is selected.  
When you select [Select Language Code], the  
display for entering the language code appears.  
Enter the code for your language by referring to  
x [Internet Video Unrated]  
[Allow]: Allows the playback of unrated  
Internet videos.  
[Block]: Blocks the playback of unrated Internet  
videos.  
x [Subtitle Language]  
You can select the default subtitle language for  
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.  
When you select [Select Language Code], the  
display for entering the language code appears.  
Enter the code for your language by referring to  
x [BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer]  
[BD]: Plays BD layer.  
[DVD/CD]: Plays DVD or CD layer.  
x [BD Internet Connection]  
[Allow]: Normally select this.  
[Do not allow]: Prohibits Internet connection.  
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[Music Settings]  
x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer]  
[Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD  
layer.  
In a vertical  
position  
In a horizontal  
position  
[Vertical/Horizontal]: Both the remote sensors  
are active. The one in the vertical position has  
priority.  
[CD]: Plays the CD layer.  
x [Super Audio CD Playback Channel]  
[DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2-channel area.  
[Vertical]: Only the remote sensor in the vertical  
position is active.  
[DSD Multi]: Plays the multi-channel area.  
[Horizontal]: Only the remote sensor in the  
horizontal position is active.  
x [HDMI Settings]  
[System Settings]  
[Control for HDMI]  
[On]: On. You can operate mutually between  
components that are connected with an HDMI  
cable.  
[Off]: Off.  
x [OSD Language]  
You can select your language for the system on-  
screen displays.  
[Audio Return Channel]  
x [Wireless Sound Connection]  
This function is available when you connect the  
system to a TV’s HDMI IN jack that is  
compatible with the Audio Return Channel  
function.  
[Auto]: The system can receive the digital audio  
signal of the TV automatically via an HDMI  
cable.  
You can make further settings for the wireless  
system. For details, see “Further Settings for the  
Also, you can check the wireless transmission  
status. When wireless transmission is activated,  
[OK] appears to the right of [Status].  
[Off]: Off.  
x [Illumination/Display]  
You can select the status of the soft-touch  
buttons (page 11) and front panel display  
• This function is available only when [Control for  
HDMI] is set to [On].  
[On]: The soft-touch buttons and the front panel  
display stay illuminated.  
x [Quick Start Mode]  
[Auto]: The soft-touch buttons and the front  
panel display turn off when the system is not  
being operated.  
[On]: Shortens the startup time from standby  
mode. You can operate the system quickly after  
turning it on.  
[Off]: The default setting.  
x [Remote Sensor] (BDV-N990W only)  
You can select the remote sensor to be used  
according to the installation position of the main  
unit.  
x [Power Save Drive]  
[On]: Reduces power consumption when  
volume level is low.  
[Off]: Normal status. The system can output  
sound volume.  
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x [Auto Display]  
[External Input  
Settings]  
The skip setting is a convenient feature that  
allows you to skip unused inputs when selecting  
a function.  
[On]: Automatically displays information on the  
screen when changing the viewing titles, picture  
modes, audio signals, etc.  
[Off]: Displays information only when you  
press DISPLAY.  
x [Screen Saver]  
[On]: Turns on the screen saver function.  
[Off]: Off.  
x [HDMI1]/[HDMI2]/[TV]/[AUDIO]  
[Do not skip]: The system does not skip the  
selected function when selecting the function by  
pressing FUNCTION.  
[Skip]: The system skips the selected function  
when selecting the function by pressing  
FUNCTION.  
x [Software Update Notification]  
[On]: Sets the system to inform you of newer  
software version information (page 45).  
[Off]: Off.  
x [Gracenote Settings]  
[Auto]: Automatically downloads disc  
information when you stop playback of the disc.  
To download, the system must be connected to  
the network.  
[Manual]: Downloads disc information when  
[Video Search] or [Music Search] is selected.  
[Network Settings]  
x [Internet Settings]  
Connect the system to the network beforehand.  
x [System Information]  
You can display the system’s software version  
information and the MAC address.  
[Wired Setup]: Select this when you connect to  
a broadband router using a LAN cable.  
[Wireless Setup(built-in)]: Select this when you  
use the wireless LAN that is built into the system  
for wireless network connection.  
x [Software License Information]  
You can display the Software License  
Information.  
[View Network Status]: Displays the current  
network status.  
• For further details, visit the following website and  
check the FAQ:  
x [Network Connection Diagnostics]  
You can run the network diagnostic to check if  
the network connection has been made properly.  
x [Connection Server Settings]  
Sets whether or not to display the connected  
DLNA server.  
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x [Renderer Options]  
[Easy Setup]  
[Auto Access Permission]: Sets whether or not  
to allow automatic access from a newly detected  
DLNA controller.  
x [Easy Initial Settings]  
[Smart Select]: Allows a Sony DLNA controller  
to find the system as the target component to  
operate by using the infrared ray. You can set  
this function to on or off.  
[Renderer Name]: Displays the system’s name  
as it is listed on other DLNA devices on the  
network.  
Runs [Easy Initial Settings] to make the basic  
settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.  
x [Easy Network Settings]  
Runs [Easy Network Settings] to make the basic  
network settings. Follow the on-screen  
instructions.  
x [Renderer Access Control]  
Sets whether or not to accept commands from  
DLNA controllers.  
[Resetting]  
x [PARTY Auto Start]  
x [Reset to Factory Default Settings]  
You can reset the system settings to the factory  
default by selecting the group of settings. All the  
settings within the group will be reset.  
[On]: Starts a PARTY or joins an existing  
PARTY at the request of a networked device  
compatible with the PARTY STREAMING  
function.  
[Off]: Off.  
x [Initialize Personal Information]  
You can erase your personal information stored  
in the system.  
x [Media Remote Device Registration]  
Registers your “Media Remote” device.  
x [Registered Media Remote Devices]  
Displays a list of your registered “Media  
Remote” devices.  
x [Remote Start]  
[On]: Permits turning on the system from the  
“Media Remote” device.  
[Off]: Off.  
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• Do not place the system in a place where medical  
equipment is in use. It may cause a malfunction of  
medical equipment.  
Additional Information  
Precautions  
On safety  
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects  
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the system, or  
place the system near water, such as near a bathtub or  
shower room. Should any solid object or liquid fall  
into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it  
checked by qualified personnel before operating it  
any further.  
• If you use a pacemaker or other medical device,  
consult your physician or the manufacturer of your  
medical device before using the wireless LAN  
function.  
On operation  
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm  
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture  
may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should  
this occur, the system may not operate properly. In  
this case, remove the disc and leave the system turned  
on for about half an hour until the moisture  
evaporates.  
• Do not touch the AC power cord (mains lead) with  
wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.  
• When you move the system, take out any disc. If you  
do not, the disc may be damaged.  
On power sources  
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and  
have it checked by qualified personnel before  
operating it any further.  
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do  
not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To  
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by  
the cord.  
On adjusting volume  
• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section  
with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you  
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level  
section is suddenly played.  
On placement  
• Place the system in a location with adequate  
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.  
• At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet  
becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction.  
However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do  
not place the system in a confined space where  
ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.  
• Do not block the ventilation slots by putting anything  
on the system. The system is equipped with a high  
power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked,  
the system can overheat and malfunction.  
On cleaning  
• Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth  
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do  
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or  
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.  
If you have any questions or problems concerning  
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
On cleaning discs, disc/lens  
cleaners  
• Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners  
(including wet or spray types). These may cause  
the apparatus to malfunction.  
• Do not place the system on surfaces (rugs, blankets,  
etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may  
block the ventilation slots.  
• Do not install the system in a confined space, such as  
a bookshelf or similar unit.  
• Do not install the system near heat sources such as  
radiators, air ducts, or in a place subject to direct  
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or  
shock.  
On replacement of parts  
• In the events that this system is repaired, repaired  
parts may be collected for reuse or recycling  
purposes.  
• Do not install the system in an inclined position. It is  
designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.  
• Keep the system and discs away from components  
with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or  
large loudspeakers.  
On your TV’s color  
• If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have  
color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after  
15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist,  
place the speakers further away from the TV set.  
• Do not place heavy objects on the system.  
• Do not place metal objects in front of the front panel.  
They may limit reception of radio waves.  
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IMPORTANT NOTICE  
Caution: This system is capable of holding a still  
Notes about Discs  
On handling discs  
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its  
edge. Do not touch the surface.  
video image or on-screen display image on your  
television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still  
video image or on-screen display image displayed  
on your TV for an extended period of time you risk  
permanent damage to your television screen.  
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to  
this.  
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.  
On moving the system  
• Before moving the system, make sure that there is no  
disc inserted, and remove the AC power cord (mains  
lead) from the wall outlet (mains).  
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or  
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in  
a car parked in direct sunlight as the  
temperature may rise considerably inside the  
car.  
• After playing, store the disc in its case.  
On cleaning  
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning  
cloth.  
Wipe the disc from the center out.  
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,  
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static  
spray intended for vinyl LPs.  
This system can only play a standard circular  
disc. Using neither standard nor circular discs  
(e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause a  
malfunction.  
Do not use a disc that has a commercially  
available accessory attached, such as a label or  
ring.  
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Messages  
Troubleshooting  
[A new software version is available. Please  
go to the “Setup” section of the menu and  
select “Network Update” to perform the  
update.] appears on the TV screen.  
t See [Network Update] (page 45) to update the  
system to a newer software version.  
If you experience any of the following  
difficulties while using the system, use this  
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the  
problem before requesting repairs. Should any  
problem persist, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
Note that if service personnel changes some  
parts during repair, these parts may be retained.  
In the event of a problem with the wireless  
sound function, have a Sony dealer check the  
entire system together (main unit and surround  
amplifier).  
“PROTECT” and “PUSH PWR” appear  
alternately in the front panel display.  
t Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the  
following items after “STANDBY”  
disappears.  
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-  
circuited?  
• Are you using only the specified speakers?  
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of  
the system?  
• After checking the above items and fixing  
any problems, turn on the system. If the cause  
of the problem cannot be found even after  
checking all the above items, consult your  
nearest Sony dealer.  
General  
The power does not turn on.  
t Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is  
connected securely.  
The remote does not function.  
t The distance between the remote and the unit is  
too far.  
“LOCKED” appears in the front panel  
display.  
t Set the child lock function to off (page 40).  
t The batteries in the remote are weak.  
The disc does not eject and you cannot  
remove the disc even after you press Z.  
t Try the following:  
“DEMO. LOCK” appears in the front panel  
display.  
t Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service facility.  
1 Press and hold N and Z on the unit for  
more than 5 seconds to eject the disc.  
2 Remove the disc.  
3 Disconnect the AC power cord (mains  
lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then  
reconnect after several minutes.  
“Exxxx” appears in the front panel display.  
t Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service facility and give the  
error code.  
The system does not work normally.  
t Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead)  
from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect  
after several minutes.  
appears without any messages on the  
entire TV screen.  
t Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local  
authorized Sony service facility.  
Picture  
There is no picture.  
t Check the output method on your system  
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There is no picture when you make an HDMI  
cable connection.  
t The unit is connected to an input device that is  
not HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content  
Protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front  
panel does not light up) (page 18).  
Color irregularity occurs on the TV screen.  
t If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV  
or projector, install the speakers at least 1.0 ft  
(0.3 meters) from the TV set.  
t If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV  
set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.  
t Make sure that no magnetic object (magnetic  
latch on a TV stand, health care device, toy,  
etc.) is placed near the speakers.  
3D images from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN  
2) jack do not appear on the TV screen.  
t Depending on the TV or video component, 3D  
images may not appear.  
There is no picture after playing a video/  
photo file on the iPod/iPhone.  
t Select the input on your TV for this system.  
No picture appears when the video output  
resolution selected in [Output Video Format]  
is incorrect.  
t Press and hold N and VOL – on the unit for  
more than 5 seconds to reset the video output  
resolution to the lowest resolution.  
Sound  
There is no sound.  
t The speaker cords are not connected securely.  
t Check the speaker settings (page 38).  
The dark area of the picture is too dark/the  
bright area is too bright or unnatural.  
t Set [Picture Quality Mode] to [Standard]  
The Super Audio CD sound of a component  
that is connected to the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI  
(IN 2) jack is not output.  
t HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN 2) does not accept  
an audio format that contains copy protection.  
Connect the analog audio output of the  
component to the AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R)  
jacks of the unit.  
The picture is not output correctly.  
t Check the [Output Video Format] settings in  
[Screen Settings] (page 46).  
t If the analog and digital signals are output at  
the same time, set [BD-ROM 24p Output] or  
[DVD-ROM 24p Output] in [Screen Settings]  
to [Off] (page 46).  
There is no sound from the TV via the HDMI  
(OUT) jack when using the Audio Return  
Channel function.  
t For BD-ROMs, check the [BD-ROM 24p  
Output] settings in [Screen Settings] (page 46).  
t Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of  
[System Settings] to [On] (page 49). Also, set  
[Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of  
[System Settings] to [Auto] (page 49).  
t Make sure that your TV is compatible with the  
Audio Return Channel function.  
t Make sure that an HDMI cable is connected to  
a jack on your TV that is compatible with the  
Audio Return Channel function.  
Picture noise appears.  
t Clean the disc.  
t If the picture output from your system goes  
through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy-  
protection signal applied to some BD/DVD  
programs could affect picture quality. If you  
still experience problems even when you  
connect your unit directly to your TV, try  
connecting your unit to the other input jacks.  
The system does not output sound of TV  
programs correctly when connected to a set-  
top box.  
t Set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI  
Settings] of [System Settings] to [Off]  
An image is not displayed on the entire TV  
screen.  
t Check the setting of [TV Type] in [Screen  
Settings](page 46).  
t The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.  
t Check the connections (page 19).  
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1 Are the + and – speaker cords short-  
circuited?  
Severe hum or noise is heard.  
t Move your TV away from the audio  
components.  
2 Is anything blocking the ventilation  
holes of the surround amplifier?  
After checking the above items and fixing  
any problems, turn on the surround  
amplifier. If the cause of the problem  
cannot be found even after checking all the  
above items, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
t Clean the disc.  
The sound loses stereo effect when you play  
a CD.  
t Select stereo sound by pressing AUDIO  
The sound comes from the center speaker  
only.  
t Depending on the disc, the sound may come  
from the center speaker only.  
• Flashes green or orange slowly or turns red.  
– Make sure that the wireless transceiver is  
inserted correctly into the main unit.  
– Make the [Secure Link] setting again  
No sound or only a very low-level sound is  
heard from the surround speakers.  
t Check the speaker connections and settings  
(pages 17, 38).  
– Sound transmission is poor. Move the  
surround amplifier so that the LINK/  
STANDBY indicator turns green or  
orange.  
t Check the sound mode setting (page 26).  
t Depending on the source, the effect of the  
surround speakers may be less noticeable.  
t A 2-channel source is being played.  
– Move the system away from other  
wireless devices.  
– Avoid using any other wireless devices.  
• Turns green or orange.  
– Check the speaker connections and  
settings.  
Distortion occurs in the sound of a connected  
component.  
t Reduce the input level for the connected  
component by setting [Attenuate - AUDIO]  
Noise is heard from surround speakers or  
sound from the surround speakers skips.  
t Wireless transmission is unstable. Change the  
[RF Channel] setting in [Wireless Sound  
Wireless sound  
t Install the unit and surround amplifier closer to  
each other.  
Wireless transmission is not activated or  
there is no sound from the surround  
speakers.  
t Do not install the unit and surround amplifier  
in a closed rack, on a metal rack, or under a  
table.  
t Check the status of the LINK/STANDBY  
indicator on the surround amplifier.  
• Turns off.  
Tuner  
– Check that the AC power cord (mains  
lead) of the surround amplifier is  
connected securely.  
Radio stations cannot be tuned in.  
t Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected  
securely. Adjust the antenna (aerial) or connect  
an external antenna (aerial) if necessary.  
t The signal strength of the stations is too weak  
(when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use  
manual tuning.  
– Turn the surround amplifier on by  
pressing "/1 on the surround amplifier.  
• Flashes green quickly.  
1 Press "/1 on the surround amplifier.  
2 Insert the wireless transceiver into the  
surround amplifier correctly.  
3 Press "/1 on the surround amplifier.  
• Flashes red.  
– Press "/1 to turn off the surround  
amplifier, and check the following items.  
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Playback  
USB device  
The disc does not play.  
t The region code on the BD/DVD does not  
match the system.  
The USB device is not recognized.  
t Try the following:  
1 Turn the system off.  
t Moisture has condensed inside the unit and  
may cause damage to the lenses. Remove the  
disc and leave the unit turned on for about half  
an hour.  
2 Remove and reconnect the USB device.  
3 Turn the system on.  
t Make sure that the USB device is securely  
connected to the  
(USB) port.  
t The system cannot play a recorded disc that is  
not correctly finalized (page 58).  
t Check if the USB device or a cable is damaged.  
t Check if the USB device is on.  
t If the USB device is connected via a USB hub,  
disconnect it and connect the USB device  
directly to the unit.  
File names are not displayed correctly.  
t The system can only display ISO 8859-1  
compliant character formats. Other character  
formats may be displayed differently.  
t Depending on the writing software used, the  
input characters may be displayed differently.  
BRAVIA Internet Video  
The picture/sound is poor/certain programs  
display with a loss of detail, especially  
during fast-motion or dark scenes.  
t Picture/sound quality may be poor depending  
on Internet content providers.  
A disc does not start playing from the  
beginning.  
t Resume play has been selected. Press  
OPTIONS and select [Play from beginning],  
then press  
.
t Picture/sound quality may be improved by  
changing the connection speed. Sony  
Playback does not start from the resume  
point where you last stopped playing.  
t The resume point may be cleared from  
memory depending on the disc when  
• you open the disc tray.  
recommends a connection speed of at least 2.5  
Mbps for standard-definition video and 10  
Mbps for high-definition video.  
t Not all videos contain sound.  
• you disconnect the USB device.  
• you play other content.  
• you turn off the unit.  
The picture is small.  
t Press X to zoom in.  
The language for the soundtrack/subtitle or  
angles cannot be changed.  
t Try using the BD’s or DVD’s menu.  
t Multi-lingual tracks/subtitles or multi-angles  
are not recorded on the BD or DVD being  
played.  
“BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for  
HDMI])  
The [Control for HDMI] function does not  
work (“BRAVIA” Sync).  
t Check that [Control for HDMI] is set to [On]  
t If you change the HDMI connection, turn the  
system off and on again.  
Bonus contents or other data that are  
contained in a BD-ROM cannot be played.  
t Try the following:  
1 Remove the disc.  
2 Turn the system off.  
3 Remove and reconnect the USB device  
4 Turn the system on.  
t If power failure occurs, set [Control for HDMI]  
to [Off], then set [Control for HDMI] to [On]  
t Check the following and refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the component.  
• The connected component is compatible with  
the [Control for HDMI] function.  
5 Insert the BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/  
BD-LIVE.  
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• The connected component’s setting for the  
[Control for HDMI] function is correct.  
Playable Discs  
1)  
Network connection  
Blu-ray Disc  
BD-ROM  
2)  
BD-R/BD-RE  
DVD-ROM  
3)  
The system cannot connect to the network.  
t Check the network connection (page 21) and  
the network settings (page 50).  
DVD  
DVD-R/DVD-RW  
DVD+R/DVD+RW  
3)  
CD  
CD-DA (Music CD)  
CD-ROM  
Wireless LAN connection  
CD-R/CD-RW  
Super Audio CD  
You cannot connect your PC to the Internet  
after [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)] is  
performed.  
t The wireless settings of the router may change  
automatically if you use the Wi-Fi Protected  
Setup function before adjusting the settings of  
the router. In this case, change the wireless  
settings of your PC accordingly.  
1)Since Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and  
evolving, some discs may not be playable depending  
on the disc type and version. Also, the audio output  
differs depending on the source, connected output  
jack, and selected audio settings.  
2)BD-RE: Ver.2.1  
BD-R: Ver.1.1, 1.2, 1.3 including organic pigment  
type BD-R (LTH type)  
BD-Rs recorded on a PC cannot be played if  
postscripts are recordable.  
3)A CD or DVD disc will not play if it has not been  
correctly finalized. For more information, refer to the  
operating instructions supplied with the recording  
device.  
The system cannot connect to the network or  
the network connection is unstable.  
t Check if the wireless LAN router is on.  
t Check the network connection (page 21) and  
the network settings (page 50).  
t Depending on the usage environment,  
including the wall material, radio wave  
reception conditions, or obstacles between the  
system (or USB wireless LAN adapter) and the  
wireless LAN router, the possible  
Discs that cannot be played  
• BDs with cartridge  
• BDXLs  
• DVD-RAMs  
communication distance may be shortened.  
Move the system and the wireless LAN router  
closer to each other.  
• HD DVDs  
• DVD Audio discs  
t Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band,  
such as a microwave, Bluetooth, or digital  
cordless device, may interrupt communication.  
Move the unit away from such devices, or turn  
off such devices.  
• PHOTO CDs  
• Data part of CD-Extras  
• Super VCDs  
• Audio material side on DualDiscs  
• For U.S. and Canada models: A disc recorded  
in a color system other than NTSC, such as  
PAL  
The desired wireless router is not shown in  
the wireless network list.  
t Press RETURN to return to the previous  
screen, and try [Wireless Setup(built-in)]/  
[USB Wireless Setup] again. If the desired  
wireless router is still not detected, select  
[Manual registration].  
(This system conforms to the NTSC color  
system.)  
Notes on discs  
This product is designed to play back discs that  
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.  
DualDiscs and some music discs encoded with  
copyright protection technologies do not  
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.  
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Therefore, these discs may not be compatible  
with this product.  
Playable Types of Files  
Note on playback operations of a  
BD/DVD  
Some playback operations of a BD/DVD may be  
intentionally set by software producers. Since  
this system plays a BD/DVD according to the  
disc contents the software producers designed,  
some playback features may not be available.  
Video  
File format  
Extensions  
1)5)  
MPEG-1 Video/PS  
“.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,”  
“.mts”  
MPEG-2 Video/PS,  
1)6)  
TS  
Xvid  
“.avi”  
1)5)  
MPEG4/AVC  
“.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,”  
“.m2ts,” “.mts”  
Note about double-layer BDs/  
DVDs  
The playback picture and sound may be  
1)5)  
WMV9  
“.wmv,” “.asf”  
3)5)  
2)  
AVCHD  
momentarily interrupted when the layers switch.  
Music  
Region code (BD-ROM/DVD  
VIDEO only)  
File format  
Extensions  
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio  
Layer III)  
“.mp3”  
Your system has a region code printed on the  
bottom of the unit and will only play a BD-  
ROM/DVD VIDEO (playback only) labeled  
ALL  
1)4)5)  
AAC/HE-AAC  
“.m4a”  
“.wma”  
“.wav”  
1)4)  
with identical region codes or  
.
WMA9 Standard  
LPCM  
Photo  
File format  
Extensions  
“.jpg,” “.jpeg”  
“.gif”  
JPEG  
7)  
GIF  
7)  
PNG  
“.png”  
8)  
MPO  
“.mpo”  
1)The system does not play files encoded with DRM.  
2)AVCHD Ver.2.0 (AVCHD 3D/Progressive)  
compatible.  
3)The system plays AVCHD-format files that are  
recorded via a digital video camera, etc. To watch  
AVCHD-format files, the disc with AVCHD-format  
files on it must be finalized.  
4)The system does not play files encoded with  
Lossless, etc.  
5)The system does not play these files via the DLNA  
function.  
6)The system plays SD resolution only via the DLNA  
function.  
7)The system does not play animated PNG or animated  
GIF files.  
8)For MPO files other than 3D, the key image or the  
first image is displayed.  
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• Some files may not play depending on the file format,  
the file encoding, the recording condition, or DLNA  
server condition.  
Supported Audio  
Formats  
Audio formats supported by this system are as  
follows.  
• Some files edited on a PC may not play.  
• The system can recognize the following files or  
folders in BDs, DVDs, CDs and USB devices:  
– up to folders in the 9th layer, including the root  
folder  
Function  
Format  
– up to 500 files/folders in a single layer  
• The system can recognize the following files or  
folders stored in the DLNA server:  
“BD/DVD” “HDMI1”  
“HDMI2”  
“TV”  
(DIGITAL IN)  
LPCM 2ch  
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
– up to folders in the 19th layer  
LPCM 5.1ch  
LPCM 7.1ch  
Dolby Digital  
– up to 999 files/folders in a single layer  
• Some USB devices may not work with this system.  
• The system can recognize Mass Storage Class (MSC)  
devices (such as flash memory or an HDD), Still  
Image Capture Devices (SICDs), and 101-key  
keyboards.  
a
a
Dolby  
TrueHD,  
DolbyDigital  
Plus  
• To avoid data corruption or damage to USB memory  
or other devices, turn the system off before  
connecting or removing USB memory or other  
devices.  
DTS  
a
a
a
DTS-ES  
Discrete 6.1,  
DTS-ES  
• The system may not play high bit rate video files from  
a DATA CD smoothly. It is recommended to play  
high bit rate video files using a DATA DVD or  
DATA BD.  
Matrix 6.1  
DTS96/24  
a
a
DTS-HD  
High  
Resolution  
Audio  
DTS-HD  
Master  
Audio  
a
a: Supported format.  
–: Unsupported format.  
• HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN 2) do not input sound in  
the case of an audio format that contains copy  
protections such as Super Audio CD or DVD-Audio.  
• For LPCM 2ch format, the supported sampling  
frequency of the digital signal is up to 96 kHz when  
using the “HDMI1” or “HDMI2” function, and 48  
kHz when using the “TV” function.  
• For LPCM 5.1ch format, the supported sampling  
frequency of the digital signal is up to 48 kHz when  
using the “HDMI1” or “HDMI2” function.  
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Wireless LAN Section  
Blu-ray Disc/DVD receiver (HBD-N990W/  
HBD-N890W)  
Specifications  
Amplifier Section  
U.S.models:  
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS  
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC  
DISTORTION:  
Standards Compliance  
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n  
Frequency and Channel 2.4 GHz - 2.4835 GHz  
[CH1 -11]  
FM Tuner Section  
System  
PLL quartz-locked digital  
synthesizer  
(FTC)  
Front L + Front R:  
With 3 ohms loads, both  
channels driven, from 180  
Hz - 20 kHz; rated 50 watts  
per channel minimum  
Tuning range  
87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz  
(100 kHz step)  
FM wire antenna (aerial)  
Antenna (aerial)  
Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced  
RMS power, with no more  
than 1% total harmonic  
distortion from 250 milli  
watts to rated output.  
Speakers  
Front (SS-TSB113) for BDV-N990W/BDV-  
N890W  
Other models:  
POWER OUTPUT (rated)  
Front L/Front R:  
Dimensions (approx.)  
106 mm × 649 mm × 86  
mm (4 1/4 in × 25 5/8 in ×  
3 1/2 in) (w/h/d) (wall-  
mounted part)  
78 W + 78 W (at 3 ohms, 1  
kHz, 1% THD)  
POWER OUTPUT (reference)  
256 mm × 1,200 mm × 256  
mm (10 1/8 in × 47 1/4 in ×  
10 1/8 in) (w/h/d) (whole  
speaker)  
1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) (wall-  
mounted part)  
Front L/Front R:  
125 W (per channel at  
3 ohms, 1 kHz)  
Center:  
Subwoofer:  
250 W (at 6 ohms, 1 kHz)  
250 W (at 6 ohms, 80 Hz)  
Mass (approx.)  
Inputs (Analog)  
AUDIO (AUDIO IN)  
Inputs (Digital)  
Sensitivity: 3.0 V/1.0 V  
2.9 kg (6 lb 7 oz) (whole  
speaker)  
TV (Audio Return Channel/OPTICAL)  
Supported formats: LPCM  
2CH (up to 48 kHz), Dolby  
Digital, DTS  
HDMI (IN 1)/HDMI (IN 2)  
Surround (SS-TSB114) for BDV-N990W  
Dimensions (approx.)  
106 mm × 649 mm × 86  
mm (4 1/4 in × 25 5/8 in ×  
3 1/2 in) (w/h/d) (wall-  
mounted part)  
Supported formats: LPCM  
5.1CH (up to 48 kHz),  
LPCM 2CH (up to 96  
256 mm × 1,200 mm × 256  
mm (10 1/8 in × 47 1/4 in ×  
10 1/8 in) (w/h/d) (whole  
speaker)  
kHz), Dolby Digital, DTS  
Video Section  
Outputs  
Mass (approx.)  
1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) (wall-  
mounted part)  
2.8 kg (6 lb 3 oz) (whole  
speaker)  
VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms  
Type A (19pin)  
HDMI Section  
Connector  
Surround (SS-TSB111) for BDV-N890W  
BD/DVD/Super Audio CD/CD System  
Dimensions (approx.)  
98 mm × 255 mm × 91 mm  
(3 7/8 in × 10 in × 3 5/8 in)  
(w/h/d)  
Signal format system  
NTSC  
USB Section  
USB 1/2 port:  
Type A (For connecting  
USB memory, memory  
card reader, digital still  
camera, and digital video  
camera)  
Mass (approx.)  
0.6 kg (1 lb 6 oz)  
Center (SS-CTB111)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
331 mm × 59 mm × 57 mm  
(13 1/8 in × 2 3/8 in × 2 1/4  
in) (w/h/d)  
LAN Section  
Mass (approx.)  
0.5 kg (1 lb 2 oz)  
LAN (100) terminal  
100BASE-TX Terminal  
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Standby power consumption  
0.5 W (standby mode)  
Subwoofer (SS-WSB112) for BDV-N990W  
Dimensions (approx.)  
211 mm × 337 mm × 411  
mm (8 3/8 in × 13 1/4 in ×  
16 1/8 in) (w/h/d)  
0.2 W (turned off)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
206 mm × 60 mm × 236  
mm (8 1/8 in × 2 3/8 in ×  
9 3/8 in) (w/h/d) with the  
wireless receiver inserted  
1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz)  
Mass (approx.)  
7.2 kg (15 lb 14 oz)  
Subwoofer (SS-WSB111) for BDV-N890W  
Mass (approx.)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
191 mm × 326 mm × 376  
mm (7 1/2 in × 12 3/4 in ×  
14 3/4 in) (w/h/d)  
Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50)  
Communication system  
Wireless sound  
Mass (approx.)  
5.6 kg (12 lb 6 oz)  
Specification version 1.0  
5.736 GHz - 5.814 GHz  
DSSS  
Frequency band  
General  
Power requirements  
Power consumption  
Modulation method  
Power requirements  
Dimensions (approx.)  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
On: 115 W  
DC 3.3 V, 300 mA  
30 mm × 9 mm × 60 mm  
(1 3/16 in × 3/8 in × 2 3/8 in)  
(w/h/d)  
Standby: 0.3 W (at the  
Power Saving mode)  
460 mm × 74 mm × 226  
mm (18 1/8 in × 3 in × 9 in)  
(w/h/d) incl. projecting  
parts  
460 mm × 74 mm × 239  
mm (18 1/8 in × 3 in ×  
9 1/2 in) (w/h/d) (with the  
wireless transceiver  
inserted)  
460 mm × 148 mm × 226  
mm (18 1/8 in × 5 7/8 in ×  
9 in) (w/h/d) (with stand  
and cord cover attached)  
(BDV-N990W only)  
3.6 kg (7 lb 15 oz)  
Dimensions (approx.)  
Mass (approx.)  
10 g (1/2 oz)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
• Standby power consumption 0.3W (Main Unit),  
0.2W (Surround Amplifier).  
• Over 85% power efficiency of amplifier block is  
achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-Master.  
Mass (approx.)  
Surround amplifier (TA-SA300WR)  
Amplifier Section  
U.S.models:  
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS  
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC  
DISTORTION:  
(FTC)  
With 3 ohms loads, both  
channels driven, from 180  
- 20,000 Hz; rated 45 watts  
per channel minimum  
RMS power, with no more  
than 1% total harmonic  
distortion from 250 milli  
watts to rated output.  
Other models:  
POWER OUTPUT (reference)  
Surround L/Surround R 125 W (per channel at 3  
ohms, 1 kHz)  
Rated impedance:  
Power requirements  
Power consumption  
3 - 16 Ω  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
On: 50 W  
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Language Code List  
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.  
Parental Control/Area Code List  
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Index  
Numerics  
F
Q
A
R
G
Registered Media Remote  
Devices 51  
Remote Controller Setting  
Guide 45  
Reset to Factory Default  
Settings 51  
H
HDMI  
I
Initialize Personal Information  
51  
B
BD Hybrid Disc Playback  
Layer 48  
Internet Video Parental Control  
48  
S
Software License Information  
50  
L
M
Media Remote Device  
Registration 51  
C
N
Network Connection  
Diagnostics 50  
Super Audio CD Playback  
Channel 49  
Super Audio CD Playback  
Layer 49  
D
D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto  
Calibration) 37  
O
T
P
TV Screen Size Setting for 3D  
46  
E
U
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The software of this system may be updated in the future. To find out details on any  
available updates, please visit the following URL.  
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Printed in Malaysia  

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