Sony 4-178-243-1 User Manual

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10USIndex to Parts and ControlFor more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.A "/1 (on/standby)Turns on the unit, or sets it t

11USAbout the indications in the front panel displayA Displays the current sound format.B Lights up when outputting 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video signals.C

12USA (USB) port (page 33)B LAN (100) terminal (page 27)C COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 23)D VIDEO OUT jack (page 23)E HDMI OUT jack (page 23)F EZW

13USNumber 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the remote.• : For TV operations(For d

14USF Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 32). ./> (previous/next)Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or file. (replay/advance)Br

15USGetting StartedStep 1: Installing the SystemFor the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening posit

16USGetting StartedTo add the optional surround back speakersYou can enjoy 7.1 surround sound by purchasing the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit (WAHT-SB

17USGetting StartedTo disassemble the speaker(Front speakers of BDV-E870 only)1 Disconnect the speaker cords from the speaker.2 Remove the screw (pre-

18USGetting Started4 Pull out the speaker cord from the bottom of the lower part of the speaker.The removed speaker cord is used when installing the s

19USGetting StartedTo install the speakers on a wallBefore installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker.Be sure to match

2USDo not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation o

20USGetting Started2 Fasten the screws to the wall.8 to 10 mm(11/32 to 13/32 inch)219 mm(8 5/8 inches)For the center speakerFor the other speakers8 to

21USGetting Started3 Hang the speakers on the screws.5 mm (7/32 inch)10 mm(13/32 inch)Hole on the back of the speakerRear of the speaker

22USGetting StartedStep 2: Connecting the SystemFor connecting the system, read the information on the following pages.Do not connect the AC power cor

23USGetting StartedThis connection sends a video signal to the TV.Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method.* The HDMI cable is

24USGetting StartedThis connection sends an audio signal to the unit from the TV. To listen to TV sound via the system, perform this connection.With a

25USGetting StartedWhen you connect the system and other components to the TV, video signals from the system and the components are sent to the TV, an

26USGetting StartedTo connect the antenna (aerial)Note• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).• After connecting the FM wire antenna (a

27USGetting StartedWired SetupUse a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the unit.USB Wireless SetupUse a wireless LAN via the USB Wirele

28USGetting StartedStep 3: Performing the Easy SetupBefore performing Step3Make sure all connections are secure, and then connect the AC power cord (m

29USGetting Started5 Perform the [Easy Setup]. Follow the on-screen instructions to make the basic settings using C/X/x/c, and .For details about [Au

3US– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.CAUTIONYou are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approv

30USGetting StartedStep 5: Enjoying Surround SoundAfter performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy surround sound. You

31USGetting StartedNote• When you select “A.F.D. MULTI,” depending on the disc or source, the beginning of the sound may be cut off while the optimum

32USPlaying a DiscFor playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 69).1 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears

Playback33USPlaying from a USB DeviceYou can play video/music/photo files on the connected USB device.For playable types of files, see “Playable Types

34USTo operate the iPod using the remoteYou can operate the iPod using the buttons on the remote. The following table shows an example of buttons that

Playback35USAvailable OptionsVarious settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the s

36USWhen the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.1 Press SYSTEM MENU.2 Press X/

Sound Adjustment37USSelecting the Effect to Suit the SourceYou can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music.Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during

38USdisplayed two or more times, the BD/DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.x DVD-VRThe types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displ

Sound Adjustment39US2 Press X/x repeatedly until “NIGHT MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c.3 Press X/x to select a setting.•

4USCopyrights and Trademarks• This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual prope

40USListening to the RadioYou can enjoy radio sound with the system’s speakers.1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TUNER FM” appears in the front panel

Tuner41US5 Press X/x to select the preset number you want.Tip• You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons.6 Press .“COMP

42USUsing an S-AIR ProductWhen you purchase the S-AIR product, you need to perform the following settings to activate wireless transmission.About S-AI

External Audio Device43US3 Make sure to use the same screws to secure the wireless transmitter.Note• Do not use other screws to fasten the wireless tr

44USYou can enjoy the system’s sound in another room by using the S-AIR receiver.1 Press HOME.The home menu appears on the TV screen.2 Press C/c to se

External Audio Device45USWhen using S-AIR products, neighbors may also receive your system’s sound if IDs are the same, or you may receive sound from

46US4 Press X/x to select [S-AIR Settings], then press .The [S-AIR Settings] display appears.5 Press X/x to select [RF Change], then press .6 Press X

Other Operations47USUsing the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” SyncThis function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function.By connecti

48US6 Press X/x to select the setting, then press .•[On]: On.• [Off]: Off.(System Power Off)When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the

Other Operations49US(Audio Return Channel)The system can receive the digital audio signal of the TV via an HDMI cable when your TV is compatible with

5USAbout These Operating Instructions• The instructions in these Operating Instructions describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the cont

50US7 Press .[Auto Calibration] starts.The system adjusts the speaker settings automatically.Be quiet during the measurement.Note• Before [Auto Calibr

Other Operations51US[Subwoofer][Yes]x [Distance]When you move the speakers, be sure to set the parameters of the distance (A) from the listening posit

52US9 Press X/x to select [Off], then press .Note• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack.Tip• To adjust the volume of all the sp

Other Operations53USSaving Power in Standby ModeCheck that the following settings are made:– [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] is set to [Off] (pa

54USUsing the Setup DisplayYou can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound.Select (Setup) on the home menu when you need to chan

Settings and Adjustments55USx [Screen Format][Original]: Select this when connecting to a TV with a wide-mode function. Displays a 4:3 screen picture

56US[Off]: Outputs the primary audio only. Select this when outputting HD audio signals to an AV receiver.x [Audio DRC]You can compress the dynamic ra

Settings and Adjustments57USEnter the code for your language by referring to “Language Code List” (page 74).x [BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer][BD]: Pla

58USx [S-AIR Settings]You can set up the S-AIR settings. For details, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 42).[ID]: You can set the ID of the system.[P

Settings and Adjustments59US[Manual]: Downloads disc information when you select [Playback History List] or [Information Display] in the options menu.

6USTable of ContentsAbout These Operating Instructions ...5Unpacking...7Index to Parts and Control ...

60USPrecautionsOn safety• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the system, or place the system

Additional Information61USOn moving the system• Before moving the system, make sure that there is no disc inserted, and remove the AC power cord (main

62USTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the probl

Additional Information63USSoundVideo signals are only output from the HDMI OUT jack when connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at

64USOperationThere is no digital sound from the HDMI OUT jack when using the Audio Return Channel function.• Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings]

Additional Information65USThe disc does not play. • You are attempting to play a disc with a format that cannot be played back by this system (page 69

66USUSB deviceThe Control for HDMI function does not work.• Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [On] (page 57).• Make su

Additional Information67USS-AIRBRAVIA Internet VideoNetwork connectionSymptom Problems and solutionsThere is no sound from the S-AIR sub unit, noise i

68USUSB Wireless LAN Adapter(BDV-E570 and BDV-T57 only)OtherSymptom Problems and solutionsThe system cannot connect to the network or the network conn

Additional Information69USPlayable Discs1)Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not be playable depending on the

7USUnpackingBDV-E870• Front speakers (2)• Surround speakers (2)• Center speaker (1)• Subwoofer (1)• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)• Speaker cords (3, bl

70USPlayable Types of FilesVideoMusicPhoto1)The system does not play files encoded with DRM.2) Canadian models onlyABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digita

Additional Information71USSupported Audio FormatsAudio formats supported by this system are as follows.a: Supported format.–: Unsupported format.Video

72USSpecificationsAmplifier Section U.S. models:POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:(FTC) Front L + Front R: With 3 ohms loads, both channels d

Additional Information73USDimensions (approx.) 290 mm × 49 mm × 49 mm (11 1/2 in × 1 15/16 in × 1 15/16 in) (w/h/d)Mass (approx.) 0.28 kg (10 oz)Subwo

74USLanguage Code ListThe language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language1027 A

Additional Information75USGlossaryAVCHDThe AVCHD format is a high-definition digital video camera format used to record SD (standard definition) or HD

76USDolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel sources. This is done using an advanced, high-pur

Additional Information77USPop-up menuAn enhanced menu operation available on BD-ROMs. The pop-up menu appears when POP UP/MENU is pressed during playb

78USIndexNumerics24p True Cinema 77AA/V SYNC 36Attenuate - AUDIO 56Audio 56Audio DRC 56Audio Output 56Audio Return Channel 58Audio Settings 55Auto Cal

79USSurround amplifier 42System Information 59SYSTEM MENU 30, 36, 38, 39TTest Tone 51TV Type 54UUpdate 54USB 33WWEP 27WPA2-PSK (AES) 27WPA2-PSK (TKIP)

8USBDV-E570/BDV-E470/BDV-T57• Front speakers (2)• Surround speakers (2)• Center speaker (1)• Subwoofer (1)• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)• Speaker cord

9USBDV-E370/BDV-T37Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.•