Sony Blu ray Player BDV E380 User Manual

For customers in Taiwan:

For customers in other countries/regions:

“Copy Protection” (page 3).

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Perform the [Easy Setup]. Follow the

on-screen instructions to make the

basic settings using C/X/x/c, and

Step 4: Performing the

Easy Setup

Depending on the connection method

(page 22), perform the following setting.

• HDMI cable connection: Follow the

instructions that are displayed on the TV

screen.

Before performing Step 4

Make sure all connections are secure, and then

connect the AC power cord (mains lead).

Follow the Steps below to make the basic

adjustments for using the system.

Displayed items vary depending on the country

model.

• Component video cable connection (for

non-European/non-Saudi Arabian

models): Select the picture quality. The

available settings are as follows, from

lowest to highest picture quality: 480i/

576i, 480p/576p, 720p, and 1080i.

"/1

• BD-ROM playback of protected content via

component video output is only supported at

480i/576i output resolution. For details, see

C/X/x/c,

• Video cord connection: Select [16:9] or

[4:3] so that the picture is displayed

correctly.

HOME

For details about [Auto Calibration]

settings in [Easy Setup], see “Calibrating

the Appropriate Settings Automatically”

(page 48).

Turn on the TV.

Connect the calibration mic to the

A.CAL MIC jack on the rear panel.

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.

To recall the Easy Setup Display

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

Press C/c to select

Press X/x to select [Easy Setup], then

press

[Setup].

Press [/1.

Switch the input selector on your TV so

that the signal from the system

appears on the TV screen.

Press C/c to select [Start], then press

The Easy Setup Display appears.

The Easy Setup Display for OSD language

selection appears.

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Step 5: Selecting the

Source

You can select the playback source.

FUNCTION

Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the

desired function appears in the front panel

display.

Each time you press FUNCTION, the function

changes as follows.

“BD/DVD” t “FM” t “HDMI1” t

“HDMI2” t “TV” t “SAT/CABLE” t

“AUDIO” t “BD/DVD” t …

Function

Source

“BD/DVD”

Disc, USB device, iPod/iPhone*,

or network device to be played by

the system

“FM”

FM radio (page 45)

“HDMI1”/

“HDMI2”

Component that is connected to

the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2)

jack on the rear panel (page 24)

“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

(page 22)

“SAT/CABLE” Component that is connected to

the SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN

COAXIAL) jack on the rear panel

(page 24)

“AUDIO”

Component that is connected to

the AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R)

jacks on the rear panel (page 24)

* Except for Russian and Indian models.

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Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound

After performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy surround sound. You

can also select pre-programmed surround settings that are tailored to different kinds of sound sources.

They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home.

X/x/c,

OPTIONS

Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference

The setting method differs depending on the function.

When playing via the “BD/DVD”* or “FM” function

Press OPTIONS.

The option menu appears on the TV screen.

Press X/x to select [Surround Setting], then press

Press X/x repeatedly until the surround setting you want appears on the TV screen.

See the table below for surround sound setting descriptions.

Press

The setting is made.

* Surround sound settings do not apply to Internet content.

When playing via the “HDMI1,” “HDMI2,” “TV,” “SAT/CABLE,” or

“AUDIO” function

Press OPTIONS.

The option menu appears in the front panel display.

Press X/x repeatedly until “SUR. SET” appears in the front panel display, then press

or c.

Press X/x repeatedly until the surround setting you want appears in the front panel

display.

See the table below for surround sound setting descriptions.

Press

The setting is made.

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Press OPTIONS.

The option menu in the front panel display turns off.

• When the home menu is displayed on the TV screen, this setting can be changed by selecting the surround setting

via [Surround Setting] in [Audio Settings] of [Setup] (page 60).

About speaker output of each surround setting

The table below describes the options when you connect all the speakers to the unit.

The default setting is [A.F.D. Multi] (“A.F.D. MULTI”).

Sound from

Surround setting

Effect

Depending on the source.

[A.F.D. Standard]

“A.F.D. STD”

The system discriminates the sound format of the source and

presents sound as it was recorded/encoded.

(AUTO FORMAT

DIRECT STANDARD)

[A.F.D. Multi]

“A.F.D. MULTI”

• 2 channel source: The system simulates surround sound

from 2 channel sources and outputs sound from the 5.1

channel speakers by duplicating 2 channel source sound

across each speaker.

(AUTO FORMAT

DIRECT MULTI)

• Multi-channel source: The system outputs sound from the

speakers depending on the number of channels of the

source.

• [Dolby Pro Logic]

“PRO LOGIC”

• 2 channel source: The system simulates surround sound

from 2 channel sources and outputs sound from the 5.1

channel speakers.

• [Dolby PL II Movie]

“PLII MOVIE”

– [Dolby Pro Logic] (“PRO LOGIC”) performs Dolby Pro

Logic decoding.

– [Dolby PL II Movie] (“PLII MOVIE”) performs Dolby

Pro Logic II movie mode decoding.

• Multi-channel source: The system outputs sound from the

speakers depending on the number of channels of the

source.

• [DTS Neo:6

Cinema]

“NEO6 CIN”

• [DTS Neo:6 Music]

“NEO6 MUS”

• 2 channel source: The system simulates surround sound

from 2 channel sources and produces 6.1 channel sound.

– [DTS Neo:6 Cinema] (“NEO6 CIN”) performs DTS

Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.

– [DTS Neo:6 Music] (“NEO6 MUS”) performs DTS

Neo:6 Music mode decoding.

• Multi-channel source: The system outputs sound from the

speakers depending on the number of channels of the

source.

[2ch Stereo]

“2CH ST.”

The system outputs the sound from the front speakers and

subwoofer regardless of sound format or number of channels.

Multi-channel surround formats are downmixed to 2

channels.

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• When you select [A.F.D. Multi] (“A.F.D. MULTI”), depending on the disc or source, the beginning of the sound

may be cut off while the optimum mode is automatically selected. To avoid cutting the sound, select [A.F.D.

Standard] (“A.F.D. STD”).

• When bilingual broadcast sound is input, [Dolby Pro Logic] (“PRO LOGIC”) and [Dolby PL II Movie] (“PLII

MOVIE”) are not effective.

• Depending on the input stream, the surround settings may not be effective.

• When you play a Super Audio CD, surround settings are not activated.

• You can also select the surround setting in [Surround Setting] of [Audio Settings] (page 60).

• For functions other than “BD/DVD,” you can check whether [Dolby Pro Logic] (“PRO LOGIC”), [Dolby PL II

Movie] (“PLII MOVIE”), or the DTS Neo:6 mode is activated by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly so that the stream

information/decoding status appears in the front panel display.

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Prepare for BD-LIVE (BD-LIVE only).

• Connect the system to a network

(page 27).

Playback

• Set [BD Internet Connection] to [Allow]

(page 60).

Playing a Disc

For playable discs, see “Playable Discs”

Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/

BD-LIVE.

(page 71).

The operation method differs depending on

the disc. Refer to the operating instructions

of the disc.

Switch the input selector on your TV so

that the signal from the system

appears on your TV screen.

Press Z, and place a disc on the disc

tray.

• 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.

Enjoying Blu-ray 3D

You can enjoy Blu-ray 3D Discs with the 3D

logo*.

Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc playback.

Press Z to close the disc tray.

• Connect the system to your 3D-

compatible TV using a High Speed HDMI

cable (supplied with Indian, Saudi

Arabian, Singapore, Thai, Chinese, and

Taiwan models only).

appears on the home menu and playback

starts.

If playback does not start automatically,

select

in the

[Video],

[Music], or

[Photo] category, and press

• Set [3D Output Setting] and [TV Screen

Size Setting for 3D] in [Screen Settings]

(page 58).

Enjoying BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE

Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc.

The operation method differs depending on

the disc. Refer to the operating instructions

supplied with the disc.

Some BD-ROMs with “BD-LIVE Logo*” have

bonus content and other data that can be

downloaded for enjoyment.

• Refer also to the operating instructions of your 3D-

compatible TV.

Connect the USB device to the

(USB) port on the rear of the unit.

For local storage, use a 1 GB or larger USB

memory.

Rear panel

USB memory

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Displaying the play information

Playing from a USB

Device

You can check the playback information, etc.,

by pressing DISPLAY.

The displayed information differs depending on

the disc type and system status.

You can play video/music/photo files on the

connected USB device.

For playable types of files, see “Playable Types

of Files” (page 72).

Example: when playing a BD-ROM

Connect the USB device to the

(USB) port on the unit.

Refer to the operating instructions of the

USB device before connecting.

Rear panel

USB device

Front panel

Output resolution/Video frequency

Title number or name

The currently selected audio setting

Available functions (

subtitle)

angle,

audio,

Playback information

Displays play mode, playing status bar, disc

type, video codec, bit rate, repeat type, elapsed

time, total playing time

USB device

Press HOME.

Chapter number

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

The currently selected angle

Press C/c to select

[Video],

[Music], or

[Photo].

Press X/x to select

[USB device

(front)] or

[USB device (rear)], then

press

• Do not remove the USB device during

operation. To avoid data corruption or damage

to the USB device, turn the system off when

connecting or removing the USB device.

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Front panel

Rear panel

Enjoying an iPod/iPhone

(Except for Russian and Indian

models)

You can enjoy the music/video*/photo* and

VIDEO IN

charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the

system.

Dock for

iPod/iPhone

* European, Australian, Singapore, and Thai models

only.

Compatible iPod/iPhone models

The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as

follows. Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest

software before using with the system.

USB cable (supplied)

USB

Made for iPod classic, iPod 5th generation

(video), iPod nano 6th generation, iPod nano 5th

generation (video camera), iPod nano 4th

generation (video), iPod nano 3rd generation

(video), iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum),

iPod nano 1st generation, iPod touch 4th

generation, iPod touch 3rd generation, iPod

touch 2nd generation, iPod touch 1st generation,

iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPhone

Video cord (supplied)

(For other models)

Connect the iPod/iPhone to the

(USB) port on the unit with the iPod/

iPhone’s USB cable.

To enjoy an iPod/iPhone via the

system

Rear panel

(For European, Australian, Singapore,

and Thai models)

Connect the Dock for iPod/iPhone

(supplied) to the front or rear

(USB)

port on the unit, then place the iPod/

iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/iPhone.

USB cable that is connected

to the 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 (supplied) before placing

the iPod/iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/

iPhone.

Front panel

USB cable that is connected

to the iPod/iPhone

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

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[Video]*/

[Music]

Press C/c to select

[Video]*,

[Music], or [Photo]*.

Press

Operation

* European, Australian, Singapore, and Thai

models only.

Starts play.

Pauses play.

Press X/x to select [iPod (front)] or

[iPod (rear)], then press

Stops play.

m or M

. or >

Fast reverses or forwards.

x If you selected [Video]* or [Music] in

Step 3

Goes to the previous/next file or

chapter (if any).

The video/music files are listed on the TV

screen. Go to the next Step.

For

[Photo]*

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.

Press

Operation

N, X

Starts/pauses play.

When you press and hold either of

these buttons for several seconds,

the connected iPod/iPhone enters

sleep mode.

Pauses play.

* European, Australian, Singapore, and Thai

models only.

m or M

. or >

Fast reverses or forwards.

Goes to the previous/next file.

Press C/X/x/c and

that you want to play.

to select the file

When you press and hold either of

these buttons, the connected iPod/

iPhone fast reverses or fast forwards.

The sound from the iPod/iPhone is played

on the system.

DISPLAY

Turns the backlight on (or extends it

for 30 seconds).

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.

(European, Australian, Singapore, and Thai

models only)

OPTIONS, C Returns to previous display/folder

hierarchy.

X/x

, c

Selects the previous/next item.

Enters the selected item.

You can operate the iPod/iPhone using the

buttons on the remote.

* European, Australian, Singapore, and Thai models

only.

For operation details, refer to the operating

instructions of the iPod/iPhone.

• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the

system while the system is turned on.

• To change a system setting, such as the surround

setting, while viewing images from your iPod/iPhone

on your TV, select the input on your TV for this

system before operating the system. (European,

Australian, Singapore, and Thai models only.)

• When [Auto Standby] is set to [On], the system may

turn off automatically while you are using an iPod/

iPhone.

• You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod/iPhone from

this system.

• 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.

• This product has been designed specifically to work

with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to meet

Apple performance standards.

To operate the iPod/iPhone using

the remote

You can operate the iPod/iPhone using the

buttons on the remote. The following table

shows an example of buttons that can be used.

(Depending on the iPod/iPhone model, the

operation may be different.)

• 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.

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• The system only recognizes iPods/iPhones that have

previously been connected to the system.

• The System Audio Control function does not work

while playing video/photo files via the iPod/iPhone

(European, Australian, Singapore, and Thai models

only).

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

• When you connect an iPod that is not compatible with

the video output function and select [iPod (front)]

or [iPod (rear)] in [Video] or [Photo], an alert

message appears on the TV screen (European,

Australian, Singapore, and Thai models only).

• The system can recognize up to 3,000 files (including

folders).

C Network condition indicator

Indicates signal strength for a wireless

connection.

Indicates a wired connection.

Network transmission speed

The next video file name

The currently selected video file name

Playing via a Network

Playing files on a Home

Network (DLNA)

Streaming BRAVIA Internet

Video

You can play video/music/photo files on other

DLNA-certified components by connecting

them to your home network.

BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway

delivering selected Internet content and a variety of

on-demand entertainment straight to your unit.

This unit can be used as a player and renderer.

• Server: Stores and sends files

• Player: Receives and plays files from the

server

• Some Internet content requires registration via a PC

before it can be played.

• Renderer: Receives and plays files from the

server, and can be operated by another

component (controller)

Prepare for BRAVIA Internet Video.

Connect the system to a network (page 27).

• Controller: Operates the renderer component

Press C/c to select

[Video],

[Music], or [Photo].

Server

Press X/x to select an Internet content

provider icon, then press

If the Internet content list has not been

retrieved, it will be represented by an

unacquired icon or a new icon.

To use the control panel

The control panel appears when the video file

starts playing. The displayed items may differ

depending on Internet content providers.

To display again, press DISPLAY.

Player

(This system)

Prepare for using the DLNA function.

• Connect the system to a network (page 27).

• Prepare other DLNA-certified components.

For details, see the operating instructions of

the components.

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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.

There are two kinds of PARTY STREAMING-

compatible components.

• PARTY host: Sends and plays files

• PARTY guest: Receives and plays files

Player

(This system)

This unit can be used as a PARTY host or

PARTY guest.

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.

Server

PARTY guest

Prepare for PARTY STREAMING.

• Connect the system to a network (page 27).

• Connect components which are compatible

with the PARTY STREAMING function.

Renderer

(This system)

Controller

Control this system using a DLNA controller.

For details of operation, see the operating

instructions of the DLNA controller.

To use the system as PARTY host

Select a track in

[Music], then select [Start

Party] from the options menu to start a PARTY.

To close the PARTY, press HOME.

• Do not operate the system with the supplied remote

and a DLNA controller at the same time.

To use the system as PARTY

guest

• For details about the DLNA controller, refer to the

operating instructions of the DLNA controller.

Select

[Party] in

[Music], then select the

PARTY host device icon.

To leave the PARTY, press OPTIONS, then

select [Leave Party].

To close the PARTY, press OPTIONS, then

select [Close Party].

• The system is compatible with the “Play To” function

of Windows Media Player 12 that comes standard

with Windows 7.

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To search for further related

information

Select an item in the lists, and select

• The sale and product lineup of products that are

compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function

differ depending on the area.

[Information Search] or [Internet Video Search].

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.

Connect the system to a network

(page 27).

Common options

Insert a disc or connect a USB device

with content about which you want to

search.

Items

Details

[Surround Setting]

Changes the surround setting

(page 31).

You can perform a video search from a BD-

ROM or DVD-ROM, and a music search

from a CD-DA (music CD) or USB device.

[Repeat Setting]

[3D Menu]

Sets repeat playback.

[3D Depth Adjustment]:

Adjusts the depth of 3D

images.

Press C/c to select

[Video] or

[Music].

[Favourites List]

[Play/Stop]

Displays the Favorites List.

Starts or stops playback.

Press X/x to select

[Video Search]

[Play from start]

Plays the item from the

beginning.

[Music Search].

The content information is displayed.

[Add to Favourites]

Adds an Internet content item

to the Favorites List.

[Remove from

Favourites]

Erases an Internet content

item from the Favorites List.

[Start Party]

Starts a party with the

selected source.

This item may not appear

depending on the source.

[Leave Party]

Leaves from a party which

the system is participating in.

The PARTY STREAMING

function continues among

other participating devices.

Content details

Displays a list of related information, such as

title, cast, track, or artist.

[Playback History]

[Close Party]

Closes a party which the

system is participating in. The

PARTY STREAMING

function ends for all other

participating devices.

Displays a list of previously played BD-ROM/

DVD-ROM/CD-DA (music CD) titles. Select

a title to acquire content information.

[Search History]

Displays a list of previous searches performed

via the [Video Search] or [Music Search]

function.

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[Video] only

[Music] only

Items

[A/V SYNC]

Details

Items

Details

Adjusts the gap between

picture and sound. For

details, see “Adjusting the

delay between the picture and

sound” (page 42).

[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.

[3D Output Setting] Sets whether or not to output

3D video automatically.

[Shuffle Setting]

Sets shuffle playback.

(iPod/iPhone only)

• 3D video from the HDMI

(IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack

is output regardless of this

setting.

[Photo] only

Items

Details

[Video Settings]

• [Picture Quality Mode]:

Selects the picture settings

for different lighting

environments.

[Slideshow]

Starts a slideshow.

Changes the slideshow speed.

[Slideshow Speed]

[Slideshow Effect]

Sets the effect when playing a

slideshow.

• [FNR]: Reduces the random

noise appearing in the

picture.

[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).

• [BNR]: Reduces the

mosaic-like block noise in

the picture.

• [MNR]: Reduces minor

noise around the picture

outlines (mosquito noise).

[Rotate Left]

Rotates the photo

counterclockwise by

90 degrees.

[Pause]

Pauses playback.

[Top Menu]

Displays the BD’s or DVD’s

Top Menu.

[Rotate Right]

[View Image]

Rotates the photo clockwise

by 90 degrees.

[Menu/Popup Menu] Displays the BD-ROM’s

Pop-up Menu or DVD’s

menu.

Displays the selected picture.

[Title Search]

Searches for a title on BD-

ROMs/DVD VIDEOs and

starts playback from the

beginning.

[Chapter Search]

[Angle]

Searches for a chapter and

starts playback from the

beginning.

Switches to other viewing

angles when multi-angles are

recorded on BD-ROMs/DVD

VIDEOs.

[IP Content Noise

Reduction]

Adjusts the video quality for

Internet content.

[Video Search]

Displays information on the

BD-ROM/DVD-ROM based

on Gracenote technology.

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Press OPTIONS.

Adjusting the delay between

the picture and sound

(A/V SYNC)

The option menu in the front panel display

turns off.

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.

• Depending on the input stream, A/V SYNC may not

be effective.

When playing video content via

the “BD/DVD” function

Press OPTIONS.

The option menu appears on the TV screen.

Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC], then

press

Press C/c to adjust the delay between

the picture and sound.

You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms in 25

ms increments.

Press

The setting is made.

When playing via the “HDMI1,”

“HDMI2,” “TV,” “SAT/CABLE,” or

“AUDIO” function

Press OPTIONS.

The option menu appears in the front panel

display.

Press X/x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC”

appears in the front panel display, then

press

or c.

Press X/x to adjust the delay between

the picture and sound.

You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms in 25

ms increments.

Press

The setting is made.

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at low volume. It is useful for watching movies

at night.

Sound Adjustment

• Depending on the disc or source, when you select

“AUTO,” the beginning of the sound may be cut off

as the system selects the optimum mode

automatically. To avoid cutting the sound, select

other than “AUTO.”

Selecting the Effect to

Suit the Source

You can select a suitable sound mode for movies

or music.

• Depending on the input stream, the sound mode may

not be effective.

• When you play a Super Audio CD, this function does

not work.

• When “NIGHT” is selected and sound is output from

the center speaker, this effect is more pronounced, as

speech (movie dialog, etc.) is easy to hear. When

sound is not output from the center speaker, the

system optimally adjusts the volume.

SOUND

MODE +/–

Selecting the Audio

Format, Multilingual

Tracks, or Channel

Press SOUND MODE +/– repeatedly during

playback until the desired mode appears in

the front panel display.

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.

• “AUTO”: The system selects “MOVIE” or

“MUSIC” automatically to produce the sound

effect depending on the disc or sound stream.

• “MOVIE”: The system provides the sound for

movies.

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.

• “MUSIC”: The system provides the sound for

music.

• “SPORTS”: The system adds reverberation for

sports programs.

• “GAME ROCK”: The system provides the

sound for music/rhythm games.

• “OMNI-DIR”: The same sound is audible

anywhere in the room.

• “3D SUR.”: “3D SUR.” is a unique Sony

algorithm used for playing 3D (three-

dimensional) content that provides a 3D sound

experience with depth and presence by

creating a virtual sound field close to your

ears.

• “HALL”: The system reproduces the sound of

a concert hall.

Press

repeatedly during playback to

• “NIGHT”: You can enjoy sound effects or

dialog, as you would in a movie theater, even

select the desired audio signal.

The audio information appears on the TV

screen.

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x BD/DVD VIDEO

Depending on the BD/DVD VIDEO, the choice

of language varies.

Enjoying Multiplex

Broadcast Sound

(DUAL MONO)

You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when

the system receives or plays a Dolby Digital

multiplex broadcast signal.

When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a

language code. See “Language Code List”

(page 76) 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.

x DVD-VR

The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are

displayed.

Example:

• To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to

connect a TV or other component to the unit with a

digital coaxial or optical cord (pages 22, 24). If your

TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel

function (pages 22 ,61), you can receive a Dolby

Digital signal via an HDMI cable.

• [ 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.

x CD

• [ Stereo]: The standard stereo sound.

• [ 1/L]: The sound of the left channel

(monaural).

Press

repeatedly until the desired

• [ 2/R]: The sound of the right channel

(monaural).

signal appears in the front panel display.

• “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be

output.

• [ L+R]: The sound of both the left and right

channels output from each individual speaker.

• “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be

output.

• “MAIN/SUB”: Mixed sound of both the main

and sub languages will be output.

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Adjust the volume by pressing

2 +/–.

Tuner

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.

Listening to the Radio

You can enjoy radio sound with the system’s

speakers.

Press OPTIONS.

The option menu appears on the TV screen.

"/1

Press X/x to select [FM Mode], then

Number

buttons

press

FUNCTION

Press X/x to select [Monaural].

• [Stereo]: Stereo reception.

• [Monaural]: Monaural reception.

C/X/x/c,

OPTIONS

Press

HOME

PRESET +/–

The setting is made.

TUNING +/–

To turn off the radio

Press "/1.

2 +/–

Current station

Presetting radio stations

Current band and preset number

You can preset up to 20 stations. Before tuning,

make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.

FM 07

Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”

appears in the front panel display.

88.00 ^MHz

SONY FM

Press and hold TUNING +/– until the

auto scanning starts.

Scanning stops when the system tunes in a

station.

Station name (European and

Russian models only)

Press OPTIONS.

Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”

appears in the front panel display.

The option menu appears on the TV screen.

Press X/x to select [Preset Memory],

Select the radio station.

then press

Press X/x to select the preset number

you want, then press

Automatic tuning

Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto

scanning starts.

Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to store other

stations.

[Auto Tuning] appears on the TV screen.

Scanning stops when the system tunes in a

station.

To change the preset number

Select the desired preset number by pressing

PRESET +/–, then perform the procedure from

Step 3.

To stop the automatic tuning manually,

press TUNING +/– or x.

Manual tuning

Press TUNING +/– repeatedly.

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• Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they

provide the same type of services. If you are not

familiar with the RDS system, check with your local

radio stations for details on RDS services in your

area.

Selecting the preset station

Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”

appears in the front panel display.

The last received station is tuned in.

• While receiving an RDS broadcast, each time you

press DISPLAY, the display in the front panel display

changes as follows:

Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select

the preset station.

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.

Station name t Frequency t Preset number t

Stream information/Decoding status* t Station

name t …

* Does not appear depending on the setting of

[Surround Setting].

• You can select the preset station number directly

by pressing the number buttons.

Using the Radio Data

System (RDS)

(European and Russian models only)

What is the Radio Data

System?

The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting

service that allows radio stations to send

additional information along with the regular

program signal. This tuner offers convenient

RDS features, such as station name display.

The station name appears on the TV screen as

well.

Receiving RDS broadcasts

Simply select a station from the FM band.

When you tune in a station that provides RDS

services, the station name* appears in the front

panel display.

* If an RDS broadcast is not received, the station

name may not appear in the front panel display.

• RDS may not work properly if the station you are

tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly,

or if the signal strength is weak.

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You can use the System Audio Control function

as follows:

Other Operations

• 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

can change the speakers to which TV sound is

output by pressing

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.

SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO.

• 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.

• While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode,

or the system is playing video/photo files from the

iPod/iPhone, the System Audio Control function will

not work.

• Some functions can only be used if the connected TV

is compatible, and require prior setting via the TV.

Refer to the operating instructions of the TV.

• To use the System Audio Control function, you need

to make an audio connection between the system and

TV (page 22).

• Depending on the TV, when you adjust the unit’s

volume, the volume level appears on the TV screen.

In this case, the volume level that appears on the TV

screen and the unit’s front panel display may differ.

Using “BRAVIA” Sync

Audio Return Channel

You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using

just one HDMI cable. For details of the setting,

see “Connecting the TV” (page 22).

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

function, see “[HDMI Settings]” (page 61)

Remote Easy Control

You can control the basic functions of the

system via the TV remote when the system’s

video output is displayed on the TV screen.

System Power Off

You can turn the system off in sync with the TV.

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.

• The system does not turn off automatically while

playing music or when set to the “FM” function.

One-Touch Play

Routing Control

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.

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 Audio Control

You can simplify operation to enjoy sound from

the TV or other components.

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• Make sure that the component is connected to the

system via an HDMI cable, and the Control for

HDMI function of the connected component is set to

on.

• Before [Auto Calibration], make sure that the

surround amplifier turns on and you install the

surround amplifier in the appropriate location. If

you install the surround amplifier in an improper

location, such as another room, proper

measurement will not be obtained.

Confirm the conclusions of [Auto

Calibration].

Calibrating the

Appropriate Settings

Automatically

[Auto Calibration]

D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can

set the appropriate surround sound

automatically.

The speakers connected to the unit are listed

as [Yes] on the TV screen.

• If measurement fails, follow the message then

retry [Auto Calibration].

• The measurement for [Subwoofer] is always

[Yes] and [Speaker Settings] returns to the

default setting when you perform [Auto

Calibration].

Press X/x to select [OK] or [Cancel],

• The system outputs a loud test sound when [Auto

Calibration] starts. You cannot turn the volume

down. Give consideration to children and neighbors.

then press

x The measurement is OK.

Disconnect the calibration mic, then select

[OK]. The result is implemented.

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

x The measurement is not OK.

Follow the message, then select [OK] to

retry.

Press C/c to select

Press X/x to select [Audio Settings],

then press

Press X/x to select [Auto Calibration],

then press

[Setup].

• While the Auto Calibration function is working, do

not operate the system.

The confirmation display for [Auto

Calibration] appears.

Connect the calibration mic to the

A.CAL MIC jack on the rear panel.

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.

Press X/x to select [OK].

To cancel, select [Cancel].

Press

[Auto Calibration] starts.

The system adjusts the speaker settings

automatically.

Be quiet during the measurement.

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The speakers in the illustration correspond to the

following:

Setting the Speakers

[Speaker Settings]

To obtain the best possible surround sound, set

connection of the speakers and their distance

from your listening position. Then use the test

tone to adjust the level and the balance of the

speakers to the same level.

1Center speaker

2Front left speaker (L)

3Front right speaker (R)

4Subwoofer

5Surround left speaker (L)

6Surround right speaker (R)

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

Press C/c to select

Press X/x to select [Audio Settings],

then press

Press X/x to select [Speaker Settings],

then press

[Setup].

The [Speaker Settings] display appears.

Press X/x to select the item, then press

Check the following settings.

[Front Left/Right] 3.0 m: Set the front speaker

distance.

[Centre]* 3.0 m: Set the center speaker distance.

[Surround Left/Right]* 3.0 m: Set the surround

speaker distance.

[Subwoofer] 3.0 m: Set the subwoofer distance.

* This item appears when you set it to [Yes] in the

[Connection] setting.

x [Connection]

If you do not connect center or surround

speakers, set the parameters for [Center] and

[Surround]. Since the front speaker and

subwoofer settings are fixed, you cannot change

them.

[Front]

[Yes]

• Depending on the input stream, [Distance] may not

be effective.

[Centre]

[Yes]: Normally select this.

[None]: Select this if no center speaker is used.

x [Level]

[Surround]

You can adjust the sound level of the speakers.

You can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to +6.0

dB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy

adjustment.

[Yes]: Normally select this.

[None]: Select this if no surround speaker is

used.

[Subwoofer]

[Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the front speaker

level.

[Yes]

[Centre]* 0.0 dB: Set the center speaker level.

[Surround Left/Right]* 0.0 dB: Set the surround

speaker level.

[Subwoofer] 0.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level.

* This item appears when you set it to [Yes] in the

[Connection] setting.

x [Distance]

When you move the speakers, be sure to set the

parameters of the distance (A) from the

listening position to the speakers.

You can set the parameters from 0.0 to 7.0

meters.

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x [Test Tone]

The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust

[Level].

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.

[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.

Press SLEEP.

Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display

(the remaining time) in the front panel display

changes by 10 minutes.

Adjust the sound level as follows.

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.

Set [Test Tone] to [On].

Press X/x to select [Level], then press

Press X/x to select the desired speaker

To check the remaining time

type, then press

Press SLEEP once.

Press C/c to select the left or right

speaker, then press X/x to adjust the

level.

To change the remaining time

Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired

time.

Press

Repeat Steps 3 to 5.

Press RETURN.

The system returns to the previous display.

Deactivating the Buttons

on the Unit

Press X/x to select [Test Tone], then

press

Press X/x to select [Off], then press

(Child Lock)

You can deactivate the buttons on the unit

(except for "/1) for preventing misoperation,

such as child mischief (child lock function).

• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI

(OUT) jack.

Press x on the unit for more than 5

seconds.

• To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time,

press 2 +/–.

“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.

• When you operate the buttons on the unit while the

child lock function is on, “LOCKED” flashes in the

front panel display.

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Controlling Your TV with Changing the Brightness

the Supplied Remote

By adjusting the remote signal, you can control

of the Front Panel

Display

your TV with the supplied remote.

Press DIMMER.

Each time you press DIMMER, the brightness of

the front panel display is changed.

• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the

code number may reset itself to the default (SONY)

setting. Reset the appropriate code number.

Preparing the remote for

controlling the TV

Saving Power in Standby

Mode

Press and hold TV "/1 while entering your

TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table)

using the number buttons. Then release TV

"/1.

Check that the following settings are both made:

– [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] is set

to [Off] (page 61).

– [Quick Start Mode] is set to [Off] (page 62).

If the setting is unsuccessful, the currently

registered code is not changed. Re-enter the

code number.

Code numbers of controllable

TVs

If more than one code number is listed, try

entering them one at a time until you find the

code that works with your TV.

Manufacturer

SONY

Code number

01 (default)

PANASONIC

PHILIPS

02, 03, 07

02, 08

SAMSUNG

TOSHIBA

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Browsing Websites

You can connect to the Internet and enjoy

websites like the Sony homepage using the

system.

Move by pressing C/X/x/c. Place the cursor

on the link you want to view, then press

The linked website is displayed.

Page address

SSL icon

Prepare for Internet browsing.

Appears when the linked URL is secured.

Connect the system to a network (page 27).

Signal strength indicator

Appears when the system is connected to a

wireless network.

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

Progress bar/Loading icon

Appears when the page is being read, or during

file download/transfer.

Press C/c to select

Press X/x to select [Internet Browser],

then press

The [Internet Browser] display appears.

[Network].

Text input field

Press , then choose [Input] from the options

menu to open the software keyboard.

• Some websites may not display correctly, or not

function.

Scroll bar

Press C/X/x/c to move the page display left,

up, down, or right.

To enter a URL

Select [URL entry] from the options menu.

Enter the URL using the software keyboard,

then select [Enter].

Available options

Various settings and operations are available by

pressing OPTIONS.

The available items differ depending on the

situation.

To set the default start page

While the page you want to set is displayed,

select [Set as start page] from the options menu.

To quit Internet Browser

Items

Details

Press HOME.

[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.

Internet Browser display

You can check website information by pressing

DISPLAY. The display information differs

depending on the website and page status.

• [Cookie Setup]: Sets

whether or not to accept

browser cookies.

• [SSL Alarm Display]: Sets

whether to enable or disable

SSL.

[Input]

Displays the software

keyboard to enter characters

while browsing a website.

[Break]

Moves the cursor to the next

line in the text input field.

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Items

Details

[Delete]

Erases one character on the

left side of the cursor during

text input.

Setting up the Network

[Internet Settings]

[Window List]

Displays a list of all currently

opened websites.

Before setting, connect the system to the

network. For details, see “Step 3: Connecting to

the Network” (page 27).

Allows you to return to a

previously displayed website

by selecting the window.

To open the setting display

[Bookmark List]

Displays the bookmark list.

Press HOME.

[Character encoding] Sets the character code.

[Previous page]

Moves to a previously

displayed page.

[Next page]

Moves to the previously

displayed next page.

[Cancel loading]

[Reload]

Stops loading a page.

Reloads the same page.

[URL entry]

Allows you to enter a URL

when the software keyboard

is displayed.

HOME

[Add to Bookmark]

[Set as start page]

Adds the currently displayed

website to the bookmark list.

Sets the currently displayed

website as the default start

page.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

Press C/c to select [Setup].

[Open in new

window]

Opens a link in a new

window.

[Display certificate] Displays server certificates

sent from pages that support

SSL.

Press X/x to select [Network Settings],

then press

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Press X/x to select [Internet Settings],

then press

The [Internet Settings] display appears.

Press X/x to select [Save & Connect],

then press

The system starts checking the network

connection.

Check that the message [Internet

Settings is now complete.] appears,

then press

The setup is finished. If the message does

not appear, follow the on-screen messages.

Manual setting

Press X/x to select [Wired Setup] on

the [Internet Settings] display, then

• The [Internet Settings] items are necessary to connect

to the Internet. Enter the respective (alphanumeric)

values for your broadband router or Wireless LAN

router. The items that need to be set may differ,

depending on the Internet service provider or the

router. For details, refer to the instruction manuals

that have been provided by your Internet service

provider or supplied with the router.

press

Press X/x to select [Custom], then

press

Press X/x to select the network setting

type, then press

• [Auto]: The system sets the IP address

automatically, and the [DNS Settings]

display appears.

• For more information, go to the following URL.

For customers in Europe:

When you select [Auto] and press

system sets the DNS setting

automatically.

, the

For customers in Taiwan:

When you select [Specify IP address] and

press

, enter the DNS settings

For customers in other countries/regions:

connecting to the LAN with a LAN cable”

manually.

Press C/X/x/c and the number buttons to

set the following items, then press

– [Primary DNS]

When connecting to the LAN

with a LAN cable

– [Secondary DNS]

• [Specify IP address]: Enter the network

settings manually according to your

network environment.

Follow the Steps below for connecting to a LAN

(Local Area Network).

Press C/X/x/c and the number buttons to

set the following items, then press

Auto setting

– [IP Address]

Press X/x to select [Wired Setup] on

the [Internet Settings] display, then

– [Subnet Mask]

– [Default Gateway]

– [Primary DNS]

press

Press X/x to select [Auto], then press

– [Secondary DNS]

The system performs the network setting

automatically, and internet settings appear

on the TV screen.

Press c.

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Press X/x to select the proxy server

setting, then press

Check that the message [Wi-Fi

Protected Setup was successful.]

appears, then press c.

• [No]: A proxy server is not used.

• [Yes]: Enter the proxy server setting.

Press C/X/x/c and the number buttons,

Setup of wireless LAN connectivity and the

IP address is finished.

Next, enter the proxy server setting. Follow

Steps 4 to 7 of “Manual setting” in “When

above.

then press

The value of the internet settings appears on

the TV screen.

Press c.

When your wireless router is not

compatible with the WPS

function

Press X/x to select [Save & Connect],

then press

The system starts checking the network

connection.

Press X/x to select [USB Wireless

Setup] on the [Internet Settings]

Check that the message [Internet

Settings is now complete.] appears,

display, then press

then press

Press X/x to select [Scan], then press

The setup is finished. If the message does

not appear, follow the on-screen messages.

The system searches for available wireless

LANs, then the list of wireless LANs

appears.

When connecting to the

wireless LAN with the USB

Wireless LAN Adapter

Press X/x to select the wireless LAN

name, then press

x When the selected wireless LAN is

unsecured

Follow the Steps below for connecting to a

wireless LAN (Local Area Network).

Setup of wireless LAN connectivity is

finished. Next, enter the IP address settings

by following the Steps of “Auto setting” or

“Manual setting” in “When connecting to

the LAN with a LAN cable” above.

When your wireless router is

compatible with the WPS

function

x When the selected wireless LAN is

secured

The display for entering a WEP or WPA

key appears. Go to Step 5.

Press X/x to select [USB Wireless

Setup] on the [Internet Settings]

display, then press

Press X/x to select [Wi-Fi Protected

Setup (WPS)], then press

x To specify the wireless LAN name

Select [Manual Entry].

Activate the WPS function of your

wireless router, press X/x to select

The input display appears. Enter the

wireless LAN name by following the on-

screen messages, then press c.

[Start], then press

For details about activating the WPS

function, see the operating instructions of

your router.

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Press X/x to select the security mode,

then press

WEP

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 device which do not support

TKIP/AES to be connected.

• [None]: Select this if the wireless LAN is

unsecured. Setup of wireless LAN

connectivity is finished. Next, enter the IP

address settings by following the Steps of

“Auto setting” or “Manual setting” in

“When connecting to the LAN with a

LAN cable” above.

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.

• [WEP]: The wireless LAN is protected by

a WEP key.

• [WPA/WPA2-PSK]: The wireless LAN is

protected by a WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK.

• [WPA2-PSK]: The wireless LAN is

protected by a WPA2-PSK.

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.

Enter the WEP key/WPA key by

following the on-screen messages,

then press c.

Setup of wireless LAN connectivity is

finished. Next, enter the IP address settings

by following the Steps of “Auto setting” or

“Manual setting” in “When connecting to

the LAN with a LAN cable” above.

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.

No Security

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.

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Explanation

[Audio Settings] (page 59)

Makes the audio settings

Settings and Adjustments

according to the type of

connecting jacks.

Using the Setup Display

You can make various adjustments of items such

[BD/DVD Viewing Settings]

(page 60)

Makes detailed settings for BD/

as picture and sound.

DVD playback.

Select

(Setup) on the home menu when you

[Parental Control Settings]

(page 61)

Makes detailed settings for the

need to change the settings of the system.

The default settings are underlined.

Parental Control function.

[Music Settings] (page 61)

Makes detailed settings for

Super Audio CD playback.

• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over

the Setup Display settings and not all the functions

described may work.

[System Settings] (page 61)

Makes the system-related

settings.

Press HOME.

The home menu appears on the TV screen.

[Network Settings] (page 62)

Makes detailed settings for

Internet and network.

Press C/c to select

[Setup].

[Easy Setup] (page 63)

Re-runs the Easy Setup to make

the basic settings.

[Resetting] (page 63)

Resets the system to the factory

settings.

Press X/x to select the setup category

[Network Update]

icon to change, then press

Example: [Screen Settings]

You can update and improve the functions of the

system.

You can setup the following options.

For information about update functions, refer to

the following website:

Icon

Explanation

[Network Update] (page 57)

Updates the software of the

system.

For customers in Europe:

[Screen Settings] (page 58)

Makes the screen settings

according to the type of

connecting jacks.

For customers in Taiwan:

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For customers in other countries/regions:

see “Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound”

x [DVD Aspect Ratio]

[Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture with black

bands on the top and bottom.

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.

[Pan & Scan]: Displays a full-height picture on

the entire screen, with trimmed sides.

[Screen Settings]

x [3D Output Setting]

[Auto]: Normally select this.

[Off]: Select this to display all contents in 2D.

x [Cinema Conversion Mode]

[Auto]: Normally select this. The unit

automatically detects whether the material is

video-based or film-based, and switches to the

appropriate conversion method.

• 3D video from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack

is output regardless of this setting.

[Video]: The conversion method suited for

video-based material will always be selected

regardless of the material.

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.

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.)

[Component Video] (for non-European/non-

Saudi Arabian models): Select the resolution

that suits your TV.

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.

[Video]: Automatically sets the lowest

resolution.

x [Screen Format]

[Original]: 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.

[Fixed Aspect Ratio]: Changes the picture size

to fit the screen size with the original picture

aspect ratio.

• If no picture appears when setting [HDMI] or

[Component Video] resolution, try another resolution

setting. (Non-European/non-Saudi Arabian models

only.)

• When connecting via the COMPONENT VIDEO

OUT jack and [Component Video] is selected, BD-

ROM playback of protected content is only supported

at 480i/576i output resolution (pages 22, 29). (Non-

European/non-Saudi Arabian models only.)

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x [BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p 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.

[Audio Settings]

x [BD Audio MIX Setting]

[On]: Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the

interactive audio and secondary audio to the

primary audio.

x [YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)]

[Off]: Outputs the primary audio only.

[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.

x [Audio DRC]

You can compress the dynamic range of the

sound track.

[YCbCr (4:4:4)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video

signals.

[RGB]: Select this when connecting to a device

with an HDCP-compliant DVI jack.

[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.

x [HDMI Deep Colour Output]

[Auto]: Normally select this.

[Off]: No compression of dynamic range.

[16bit], [12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 16bit/12bit/

10bit video signals when the connected TV is

compatible with Deep Colour.

[Off]: Select this when the picture is unstable or

colors appear unnatural.

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

reducing the input level on the unit.

x [Pause Mode] (BD/DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/

DVD-RW only)

[On]: Attenuates the input level. The output

level is changed.

[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.

[Off]: Normal input level.

x [Audio Output]

You can select the output method where the

audio signal is output.

[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.

• When [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 61),

[Audio Output] is set to [Speaker + HDMI]

automatically and this setting cannot be changed.

• Audio signals are not output from the HDMI (OUT)

jack when [Audio Output] is set to [Speaker + HDMI]

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and [HDMI1 Audio Input Mode] (page 61) is set to

[TV]. (European models only.)

[BD/DVD Viewing

Settings]

• When [Audio Output] is set to [HDMI], the output

signal format for the “TV” and “SAT/CABLE”

function is 2-channel linear PCM.

You can make detailed settings for BD/DVD

playback.

x [Sound Effect]

You can set the system’s sound effects (SOUND

MODE and [Surround Setting]) to on/off.

x [BD/DVD Menu]

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

“Language Code List” (page 76).

[On]: Enables all of the system’s sound effects.

The upper limit of sampling frequency is set to

48 kHz.

[Off]: The sound effects are disabled. Select this

when you do not want to set the upper limit of

sampling frequency.

x [Audio]

x [Surround Setting]

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.

You can select the surround setting. For details,

(page 31)

When you select [Select Language Code], the

display for entering the language code appears.

Enter the code for your language by referring to

“Language Code List” (page 76).

x [Speaker Settings]

To obtain the best possible surround sound, set

the speakers. For details, see “Setting the

Speakers” (page 49).

x [Subtitle]

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

“Language Code List” (page 76).

x [Auto Calibration]

You can calibrate the appropriate settings

automatically. For details, see “Calibrating the

Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 48).

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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[Parental Control

Settings]

[Music Settings]

You can make detailed settings for Super Audio

CD playback.

x [Password]

x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer]

[Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD

layer.

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.

[CD]: Plays the CD layer.

x [Super Audio CD Playback Channels]

[DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2ch area.

[DSD Multi]: Plays the multi-channel area.

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

[System Settings]

You can make the system-related settings.

instructions and enter your four-digit password.

x [BD Parental Control]

x [OSD]

Playback of some BD-ROMs can be limited

according to the age of the users. Scenes may be

blocked or replaced with different scenes.

Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your

four-digit password.

You can select your language for the system on-

screen displays.

x [Illumination/Display]

You can select the status of the soft-touch

buttons (page 11) and front panel display

(page 12).

x [DVD Parental Control]

Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited

according to a predetermined level such as the

age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or

replaced with different scenes. Follow the

on-screen instructions and enter your four-digit

password.

[Standard/On]: The soft-touch buttons and the

front panel display stay illuminated.

[Simple/Off]: The soft-touch buttons and the

front panel display turn off when the system is

not being operated.

x [Internet Video Parental Control]

Playback of some Internet videos can be limited

according to the age of the users. Scenes may be

blocked or replaced with different scenes.

Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your

four-digit password.

x [HDMI Settings]

[Control for HDMI]

[On]: On. You can operate mutually between

components that are connected with an HDMI

cable.

[Off]: Off.

x [Internet Video Unrated]

[Allow]: Allows the playback of unrated

Internet videos.

[Block]: Blocks the playback of unrated Internet

videos.

[Audio Return Channel]

This function is available when you connect the

system and TV that is compatible with the Audio

Return Channel function.

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[Auto]: The system can receive the digital audio

signal of the TV automatically via an HDMI

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.

cable.

[Off]: Off.

• This function is available only when [Control for

HDMI] is set to [On].

[HDMI1 Audio Input Mode] (European models

only)

x [System Information]

You can display the system’s software version

information and the MAC address.

You can select the audio input of the component

that is connected to the HDMI (IN 1) jack.

[HDMI1]: The sound of the component that is

connected to the HDMI (IN 1) jack is input from

the HDMI (IN 1) jack.

[TV]: The sound of the component that is

connected to the HDMI (IN 1) jack is input from

the TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack.

[Network Settings]

You can make detailed settings for Internet and

network.

x [Quick Start Mode]

x [Internet Settings]

[On]: Shortens the startup time from standby

mode. You can operate the system quickly after

turning it on.

Connect the system to the network beforehand.

For details, see “Step 3: Connecting to the

Network” (page 27).

[Off]: The default setting.

x [Network Connection Diagnostics]

You can run the network diagnostic to check if

the network connection has been made properly.

x [Auto Standby]

[On]: Turns on the [Auto Standby] function.

When you do not operate the system for about

30 minutes, the system enters standby mode

automatically.

x [Connection Server Settings]

Sets whether or not to display the connected

DLNA server.

[Off]: Turns off the function.

x [Auto Display]

x [Renderer Set-up]

[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.

[Automatic Access Permission]: Sets whether or

not to allow automatic access from newly

detected DLNA controller.

[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.

x [Screen Saver]

[On]: Turns on the screen saver function.

[Off]: Off.

x [Software Update Notification]

[On]: Sets the system to inform you of newer

software version information (page 57).

[Off]: Off.

x [Renderer Access Control]

Sets whether or not to accept commands from

DLNA controllers.

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x [Party Auto Start]

[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 [Media Remote Device Registration]

Registers your “Media remote” device.

x [Registered Media Remote Devices]

Displays a list of your registered “Media

remote” devices.

[Easy Setup]

Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic

settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.

[Resetting]

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.

x [Initialize Personal Information]

You can erase your personal information stored

in the system.

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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.

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.

• When you move the system, take out any disc. If you

do not, the disc may be damaged.

• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and

have it checked by qualified personnel before

operating it any further.

On adjusting volume

• Do not touch the AC power cord (mains lead) with

wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

• 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 power sources

• 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 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.

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.

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.

On replacement of parts

• In the events that this system is repaired, repaired

parts may be collected for reuse or recycling

purposes.

• 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.

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 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.

• 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.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This system is capable of holding a still

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 place heavy objects on the system.

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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).

Notes about the Discs

On handling discs

• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its

edge. Do not touch the surface.

• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

• 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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Troubleshooting

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.

General

Symptom

Problems and solutions

The power is not turned on.

The remote does not function.

• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.

• The distance between the remote and the unit is too far.

• The batteries in the remote are weak.

The disc tray does not open and • Try the following: 1 Press and hold N and Z on the unit for more than 5

you cannot remove the disc even seconds to open the disc tray. 2 Remove the disc. 3 Disconnect the AC power

after you press Z.

cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several

minutes.

The system does not work

normally.

• Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then

reconnect after several minutes.

Messages

Symptom

Problems and solutions

[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.

• See [Network Update] (page 57) to update the system to a newer software

version.

“PROTECTOR” and “PUSH

Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the following items after

PWR” appear alternately in the “STANDBY” disappears.

front panel display.

• 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.

“LOCKED” appears in the front • Set the child lock function to off (page 50).

panel display.

“DEMO LOCK” appears in the • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

front panel display.

“Exxxx” appears in the front

panel display.

• Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and

give the error code.

appears without any

messages on the entire TV

screen.

• Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

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Picture

Symptom

Problems and solutions

There is no picture.

• Check the output method on your system (page 22).

There is no picture when you

make an HDMI cable

connection.

• 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 22).

3D images from the HDMI (IN • Depending on the TV or video component, 3D images may not appear.

1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack do not

appear on the TV screen.

There is no picture or output

• When playing a BD-ROM, a high-resolution image may not be output because

resolution is low when you make of copy protection limitations. We recommend to make a HDMI connection

a component video cable

connection. (Non-European/

non-Saudi Arabian models

only.)

(page 22).

No picture appears when the

• Press and hold N and VOL – on the unit for more than 5 seconds to reset the

video output resolution selected video output resolution to the lowest resolution.

in [Output Video Format] is

incorrect.

The dark area of the picture is too • Set [Picture Quality Mode] to [Standard] (default) (page 40).

dark/the bright area is too bright

or unnatural.

The picture is not output

correctly.

• Check the [Output Video Format] settings in [Screen Settings] (page 58).

• If the analog and digital signals are output at the same time, set [BD/DVD-

ROM 1080/24p Output] in [Screen Settings] to [Off] (page 59).

• For BD-ROMs, check the [BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p Output] settings in

[Screen Settings] (page 59).

Picture noise appears.

• Clean the disc.

• 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.

An image is not displayed on the • Check the setting of [TV Type] in [Screen Settings](page 58).

entire TV screen.

• The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.

Color irregularity occurs on the • If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV or projector, install the speakers

TV screen.

at least 0.3 meters from the TV set.

• If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15

to 30 minutes.

• Make sure that no magnetic object (magnetic latch on a TV stand, health care

device, toy, etc.) is placed near the speakers.

There is no picture after playing • Select the input on your TV for this system.

a video/photo file on the iPod/

iPhone. (European, Australian,

Singapore, and Thai models

only.)

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Sound

Symptom

Problems and solutions

There is no sound.

• The speaker cord is not connected securely.

• Check the speaker settings (page 49).

The Super Audio CD sound of a • HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN 2) does not accept an audio format that contains

component that is connected to

the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN

2) jack is not output.

copy protection. Connect the analog audio output of the component to the

AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks of the unit.

There is no sound from the TV • Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [On]

via the HDMI (OUT) jack when (page 61). Also, set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System

using the Audio Return Channel Settings] to [Auto] (page 61).

function.

• Make sure that your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.

• Make sure that an HDMI cable is connected to a jack on your TV that is

compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.

The system does not output

• Set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [Off]

sound correctly when connected (page 61).

to a set-top box.

Severe hum or noise is heard.

• Move your TV away from the audio components.

• Clean the disc.

The sound loses stereo effect

when you play a CD.

• Select stereo sound by pressing

(page 43).

The sound comes from the center • Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only.

speaker only.

No sound or only a very low-

level sound is heard from the

surround speakers.

• Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 20, 49).

• Check the surround setting (page 31).

• Depending on the source, the effect of the surround speakers may be less

noticeable.

• A 2 channel source is being played.

Distortion occurs in the sound of • Reduce the input level for the connected component by setting [Attenuate -

a connected component.

AUDIO] (page 59).

Tuner

Symptom

Problems and solutions

Radio stations cannot be tuned • Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected securely. Adjust the antenna

in.

(aerial) or connect an external antenna (aerial) if necessary.

• The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic

tuning). Use manual tuning.

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Playback

Symptom

Problems and solutions

The disc does not play.

• The region code on the BD/DVD does not match the system.

• 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.

• The system cannot play a recorded disc that is not correctly finalized (page 71).

File names are not displayed

correctly.

• The system can only display ISO 8859-1-compliant character formats. Other

character formats may be displayed differently.

• Depending on the writing software used, the input characters may be displayed

differently.

A disc does not start playing

from the beginning.

• Resume play has been selected. Press OPTIONS and select [Play from start],

then press

Playback does not start from the • The resume point may be cleared from memory depending on the disc when

resume point where you last

stopped playing.

– you open the disc tray.

– you disconnect the USB device.

– you play other content.

– you turn off the unit.

The language for the soundtrack/ • Try using the BD’s or DVD’s menu.

subtitle or angles cannot be

changed.

• Multi-lingual tracks/subtitles or multi-angles are not recorded on the BD or

DVD being played.

Bonus contents or other data that • Try the following: 1 Remove the disc. 2 Turn the system off. 3 Remove and

are contained in a BD-ROM

cannot be played.

reconnect the USB device (page 35). 4 Turn the system on. 5 Insert the BD-

ROM with BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE.

USB device

Symptom

Problems and solutions

The USB device is not

recognized.

• Try the following: 1 Turn the system off. 2 Remove and reconnect the USB

device. 3 Turn the system on.

• Make sure that the USB device is securely connected to the

• Check if the USB device or a cable is damaged.

• Check if the USB device is on.

(USB) port.

• If the USB device is connected via a USB hub, disconnect it and connect the

USB device directly to the unit.

BRAVIA Internet Video

Symptom

Problems and solutions

The picture/sound is poor/certain • Picture/sound quality may be poor depending on Internet content providers.

programs display with a loss of

detail, especially during fast-

motion or dark scenes.

• Picture/sound quality may be improved by changing the connection speed.

Sony recommends a connection speed of at least 2.5 Mbps for standard-

definition video and 10 Mbps for high-definition video.

• Not all videos contain sound.

The picture is small.

• Press X to zoom in.

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“BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for HDMI])

Symptom

Problems and solutions

The [Control for HDMI]

function does not work

(“BRAVIA” Sync).

• Check that [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 61).

• If you change the HDMI connection, turn the system off and on again.

• If power failure occurs, set [Control for HDMI] to [Off], then set [Control for

HDMI] to [On] (page 61).

• Check the following and refer to the operating instructions supplied with the

component.

– the connected component is compatible with the [Control for HDMI]

function.

– the connected component’s setting for the [Control for HDMI] function is

correct.

Network connection

Symptom

Problems and solutions

The system cannot connect to the • Check the network connection (page 27) and the network settings (page 62).

network.

USB wireless LAN connection

Symptom

Problems and solutions

You cannot connect your PC to • The wireless settings of the router may change automatically if you use the

the Internet after [Wi-Fi

Protected Setup (WPS)] is

performed.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup function before adjusting the settings of the router. In

this case, change the wireless settings of your PC accordingly.

You cannot connect the system • Check if the wireless LAN router is on.

to your wireless LAN router.

• Depending on the usage environment, including the wall material, radio wave

reception conditions, or obstacles between the system and the wireless LAN

router, the possible communication distance may be shortened. Move the

system and the wireless LAN router closer to each other.

• Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band, such as a microwave, Bluetooth, or

digital cordless device, may interrupt the communication. Move the unit away

from such devices, or turn off such devices.

The desired wireless router is not • Press RETURN to return to the previous screen, and try [Scan] again. If the

detected even if [Scan] is

performed.

desired wireless router is still not detected, press RETURN to select [Manual

registration].

The system cannot connect to the • The distance between the unit and the wireless LAN router is too far (page 27).

network or the network

connection is unstable.

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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.

Playable Discs

Blu-ray Disc

BD-ROM

BD-R/BD-RE

DVD-ROM

DVD

DVD-R/DVD-RW

DVD+R/DVD+RW

Note about double-layer BDs/

DVDs

The playback picture and sound may be

CD-DA (Music CD)

CD-ROM

momentarily interrupted when the layers switch.

CD-R/CD-RW

Super Audio CD

Region code (BD-ROM/DVD

VIDEO only)

¹⁾Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and

evolving, some discs may not be playable depending

on the disc type and the version. Also, the audio

output differs depending on the source, connected

output jack, and selected audio settings.

²⁾BD-RE: Ver.2.1

Your system has a region code printed on the

rear of the unit and will only play a BD-ROM/

DVD VIDEO (playback only) labeled with

ALL

identical region codes or

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.

Discs that cannot be played

• BDs with cartridge

• BDXLs

• DVD-RAMs

• HD DVDs

• DVD Audio discs

• PHOTO CDs

• Data part of CD-Extras

• Super VCDs

• Audio material side on DualDiscs

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

conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.

Therefore, these discs may not be compatible

with this product.

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• Some files may not play depending on the file format,

the file encoding, the recording condition, or DLNA

server condition.

Playable Types of Files

Video¹⁾

• 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 3rd tree

File format

Extensions

2)5)

MPEG-1 Video/PS

“.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,”

“.mts”

MPEG-2 Video/PS,

2)6)

– up to 500 files in a single tree

• The system can recognize the following files or

folders stored in the DLNA server:

Xvid

“.avi”

2)5)

MPEG4/AVC

“.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,”

“.m2ts,” “.mts”

– up to folders in the 18th tree

– up to 999 files in a single tree

2)5)

WMV9

“.wmv,” “.asf”

3)5)

• 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

AVCHD

Music

keyboards (front

(USB) port only).

File format

Extensions

• 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.

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio

Layer III)

“.mp3”

2)4)5)

AAC

“.m4a”

“.wma”

“.wav”

2)4)

• 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.

WMA9 Standard

LPCM

Photo¹⁾

File format

JPEG

Extensions

“.jpg,” “.jpeg”

“.gif”

GIF

PNG

“.png”

¹⁾The system does not play these files via the renderer

function.

²⁾The system does not play files encoded with DRM.

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.

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Supported Audio Formats

Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.

Format

LPCM 2ch

LPCM 5.1ch

LPCM 7.1ch

Dolby Digital Dolby

TrueHD,

DTS

DTS-ES

Discrete 6.1,

DTS-ES

Matrix 6.1,

DTS96/24

DTS-HD

High

Resolution

Audio

DTS-HD

Master

Audio

Function

DolbyDigital

Plus

“BD/DVD”

“HDMI1”

“HDMI2”

–

“SAT/CABLE”

“TV”

–

(DIGITAL IN)

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 the 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” or “SAT/CABLE” function.

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Antenna (aerial)

FM wire antenna (aerial)

Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced

Specifications

Speakers

Amplifier Section

POWER OUTPUT (rated)

Front L/Front R:

Front/Surround (SS-TSB106) for BDV-E380

Surround (SS-TSB106) for BDV-E880

108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms,

1 kHz, 1% THD)

Dimensions (approx.)

96 mm × 245 mm × 96 mm

(w/h/d)

0.6 kg

POWER OUTPUT (reference)

Front L/Front R/Center/Surround L/Surround R:

167 W (per channel at

Mass (approx.)

Front (SS-TSB108) for BDV-E980/BDV-E880

3 ohms, 1 kHz)

Dimensions (approx.)

96 mm × 775 mm × 72 mm

(w/h/d) (wall-mounted

part)

275 mm × 1,205 mm × 245

mm (w/h/d) (whole

speaker)

Subwoofer:

Inputs (Analog)

AUDIO (AUDIO IN)

Inputs (Digital)

165 W (at 3 ohms, 80 Hz)

Sensitivity: 450/250 mV

SAT/CABLE (COAXIAL)

TV (Audio Return Channel/OPTICAL)

Supported formats: LPCM

2CH (up to 48 kHz), Dolby

Digital, DTS

HDMI (IN 1)/HDMI (IN 2)

Mass (approx.)

1.4 kg (wall-mounted part)

2.9 kg (whole speaker)

Surround (SS-TSB109) for BDV-E980

Dimensions (approx.)

96 mm × 775 mm × 72 mm

(w/h/d) (wall-mounted

part)

275 mm × 1,205 mm × 245

mm (w/h/d) (whole

speaker)

1.3 kg (wall-mounted part)

2.8 kg (whole speaker)

Supported formats: LPCM

2CH (up to 96 kHz), Dolby

Digital, DTS

Video Section

Outputs

VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms

COMPONENT*:

Y: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms

PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p

75 ohms

Mass (approx.)

Center (SS-CTB103)

Dimensions (approx.)

315 mm × 59 mm × 53 mm

(w/h/d)

0.4 kg

* For non-European/non-Saudi Arabian models only.

Mass (approx.)

HDMI Section

Connector

Type A (19pin)

Subwoofer (SS-WSB104) for BDV-E880/

BDV-E380

BD/DVD/Super Audio CD/CD System

Signal format system

U.S. and Canada models: NTSC

Dimensions (approx.)

380 mm × 330 mm × 191

mm (w/h/d)

Other models:

NTSC/PAL

Mass (approx.)

6.3 kg

USB Section

Subwoofer (SS-WSB105) for BDV-E980

(USB) port:

Type A (For connecting

USB memory, memory

card reader, digital still

camera, and digital video

camera)

Dimensions (approx.)

415 mm × 340 mm × 215

mm (w/h/d)

Mass (approx.)

7.8 kg

General

Power requirements

Taiwan models:

Other models:

LAN Section

LAN (100) terminal

120 V AC, 50/60 Hz

220 V - 240 V AC,

50/60 Hz

100BASE-TX Terminal

FM Tuner Section

System

PLL quartz-locked digital

synthesizer

Power consumption

Dimensions (approx.)

On: 165 W

Standby: 0.3 W (at the

Power Saving mode)

430 mm × 75 mm × 320

mm (w/h/d) incl.

projecting parts

Tuning range

U.S. and Canada models: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz

(100 kHz step)

Other models:

87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz (50

kHz step)

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Mass (approx.)

4.1 kg

Design and specifications are subject to change

without notice.

• Standby power consumption 0.3W.

• Over 85% power efficiency of amplifier block is

achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-Master.

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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

Front panel display 12

Audio Return Channel 61

Audio Settings 59

Auto Calibration 48, 6 0

Auto Display 62

Auto Standby 62

Gracenote Settings 62

Region code 71

Registered Media Remote

Devices 63

Remote control 14

Renderer Access Control 62

Renderer Set-up 62

Reset to Factory Default

Settings 63

HDMI

YCbCr/RGB (HDMI) 59

HDMI Deep Colour Output 59

Resetting 63

Illumination/Display 61

Initialize Personal Information

BD Audio MIX Setting 59

BD Hybrid Disc Playback

Layer 60

BD Internet Connection 60

BD Parental Control 61

BD/DVD Menu 60

BD/DVD Viewing Settings 60

BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p

Output 59

Internet Settings 53, 6 2

Internet Video Parental Control

Slideshow 41

Internet Video Unrated 61

Sound Effect 60

Speaker Settings 49, 60

Connection 49

Language Code List 76

Distance 49

BD-LIVE 34

BONUSVIEW 34

BR A V IA Internet Video 38

BR A V IA Sync 47

Level 49

Subtitle 60

Super Audio CD Playback

Channels 61

Super Audio CD Playback

Layer 61

Media Remote Device

Registration 63

Multiplex broadcast sound 44

Music Settings 61

CD 71

Child Lock 50

Cinema Conversion Mode 58

Connection Server Settings 62

Control for HDMI 47, 61

Surround Setting 60

System Information 62

Network Connection

Diagnostics 62

Network Settings 62

Network Update 57

Test Tone 50

TV Screen Size Setting for 3D

TV Type 58

OSD 61

Output Video Format 58

D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto

Calibration) 48

DVD Parental Control 61

Update 57

USB 35

Parental Control Area Code 61

Parental Control Settings 61

W P A 2-PSK (TKIP) 56

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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.

For customers in Europe:

For customers in Taiwan:

For customers in other countries/regions: