Sony BDV-360FS Operations Instructions

Home Theatre System©2009 Sony Corporation4-143-280-12(1)HT-FS3Operating Instructions

10GB• Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a

11GBGetting StartedThe connector of the speaker cords is color-coded depending on the type of speaker.Connect the speaker cords to match the color of

12GBSony recommends that you connect components to the system using HDMI cables.With HDMI, you can easily enjoy both high quality sound and high quali

13GBGetting StartedConnecting a Blu-ray Disc player (recorder), “PlayStation 3,” DVD player (recorder), satellite/cable television tuner, etc.Notes on

14GBWhen you connect a DVD player (recorder), satellite/cable television tuner, “PlayStation 2,” etc., that has no HDMI jacks, connect to the system u

15GBGetting StartedConnecting a component to the COAXIAL DIGITAL 2 IN jack• The OPTICAL TV IN jack has priority when you connect both the audio output

16GBDepending on the audio output settings of the connected component, the sound may output in 2 channel sound format only. In this case, set the conn

17GBGetting StartedConnecting the AM loop antenna (aerial)The shape and the length of the antenna (aerial) are designed to receive AM signals. Do not

18GBConnecting the FM wire antenna (aerial)Connect the FM wire antenna (aerial) to the FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack.• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire ante

19GBGetting StartedConnecting the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapterYou can enjoy sound from the connected component on the system by connecting the DIGITAL M

2GB3Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery- installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.Do not install the appliance in

20GBUsing the wireless systemThe system is compatible with the S-AIR function, which allows sound transmission between the subwoofer and S-AIR product

21GBPlayback OptionsFor more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.Top panel (subwoofer)A ?/1 (on/standby)Press to turn the system

22GBFront panel display (subwoofer)About the indications in the front panel displayA POWER / ACTIVE STANDBY indicatorLights as follows:Green: the syst

23GBPlayback OptionsRemote controlHere describes the buttons for amplifier operation only. See page 39 for the buttons for operation of the connected

24GB1 Turn on the TV and choose a program. Refer to the operating instructions of your TV for details.2 Turn the system on.3 Press TV (white) on the r

25GBPlayback OptionsEnjoying satellite/cable television tuner1 Turn on the TV.Refer to the operating instructions of your TV for details.2 Turn the sa

26GBEnjoying a connected component through digital connectionYou can enjoy an optically connected component by pressing DIGITAL 1 on the remote, and a

27GBSurround FunctionSelecting the sound fieldThis system can create multi channel surround sound. You can select one of the optimized sound fields fr

28GBYou can enjoy sound effects and to hear the dialog clearly even at a low volume level using this function. This function is useful for enjoying so

29GB“BRAVIA” Sync FeaturesBy connecting Sony components that are compatible with the “BRAVIA” Sync with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is sim

3GBOn safety• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it

30GB3 Select the input of the system connected to the component you want to watch (BD, DVD, SAT/CATV), and switch the HDMI input of the TV, so that an

31GB“BRAVIA” Sync FeaturesSetting the Control for HDMI function to offSet the Control for HDMI function to off when you connect components not compati

32GBYou can enjoy the TV sound from the speakers of the system by means of a simple operation. For details, see the operating instructions of the TV.P

33GB“BRAVIA” Sync FeaturesUsing the input buttons of the remoteThe input buttons (TV (white), BD, DVD, SAT/CATV) work as follows when the Control for

34GBIf a “BRAVIA” Sync-compatible TV is connected to the system, and the system is in active standby mode, if the TV is turned off, HDMI signal transm

35GBTuner FunctionsYou can preset 20 FM stations, and 10 AM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn the volume down to minimum.1 Press TUNER/BAND.Y

36GBPreset radio stations in the system’s memory first (see “Presetting radio stations” (page 35)).1 Press TUNER/BAND.The last received station is tun

37GBTuner FunctionsNaming preset stationsYou can enter a name for preset stations. These names (for example, “XYZ”) appear in the front panel display

38GBWhat is the Radio Data System? The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information alo

39GBAdvanced SettingsYou can control connected Sony components with the remote of this system.Some functions may not be selectable depending on the eq

4GBCopyrightsThis system incorporates Dolby* Digital and Pro Logic Surround and the DTS** Digital Surround System.* Manufactured under license from Do

40GBTo control the Blu-ray Disc/DVD/Hard disc recorder6 TOOLS/OPTIONSEnables you to access various viewing options and change/make adjustments accordi

41GBAdvanced SettingsTo control the Blu-ray Disc/DVD playerTo control the HDD/DVD COMBOTo control the satellite/cable television tuner• The above expl

42GBYou can change the factory settings of the input buttons to suit the components in your system.For example, if you connect a Blu-ray Disc player t

43GBAdvanced SettingsUsing the AMP menuYou can set the following items with AMP MENU on the remote.The default settings are underlined.1)Refer to ““BR

44GBSetting the subwoofer level (SW LEVEL)You can use the SW LEVEL menu to adjust the level of the subwoofer.1 Press AMP MENU.2 Press x/X repeatedly u

45GBAdvanced SettingsAdjusting the bass and treble level (BASS, TREBLE)You can adjust the bass and treble level easily.1 Press AMP MENU.2 Press x/X re

46GBEnjoying multiplex broadcast sound (DUAL MONO)You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives an AC-3 multiplex broadcast signal.

47GBAdvanced SettingsChanging the brightness of the front panel display (DIMMER)The brightness of the front panel display can be set to one of 2 level

48GBUsing the sleep timer (SLEEP)You can set the system to turn off at a preset time when you sleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 10

49GBAdvanced SettingsThe system is compatible with the S-AIR function (page 64), which allows sound transmission between the system and an S-AIR recei

5GBPrecautions...3About the S-AIR function...4Getting StartedUnpacking ...

50GB2 Insert the wireless transmitter.• Insert the wireless transmitter with the S-AIR logo facing up.• Insert the wireless transmitter so that the V

51GBAdvanced SettingsEstablishing sound transmission between the subwoofer and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting)Simply by matching the ID of the subwoofer a

52GBTo use multiple S-AIR main unitsYou can use multiple S-AIR main units by setting a different ID for each component.Enjoying the system’s sound in

53GBAdvanced Settings4 Press X/x to select the desired setting.• “PARTY”: The S-AIR receiver outputs sound according to functions set on the subwoofer

54GB2 Press X/x repeatedly until “SET S-AIR” appears in the front panel display, then press or c.• When the wireless transmitter is not inserted in t

55GBAdvanced Settingsx After pairingSound transmission is established between the paired subwoofer and S-AIR sub unit(s) only.To perform pairing1 Plac

56GB7 Start pairing of the S-AIR sub unit.Refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR sub unit.When sound transmission is established, “COMPLETE”

57GBAdvanced Settings4 Press X/x to select the desired setting.• “AUTO”: Normally select this. The system changes “RF CHANGE” to “ON” or “OFF” automat

58GBWhen S-AIR reception is poorCheck the following.Keep cords that are connected to the S-AIR product (AC power cord (mains lead), speaker cords, or

59GBAdditional InformationIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy th

6GBInserting batteries into the remoteYou can control the system using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the + and –

60GB• If you resume playback of a disc when volume is maximum, there may be no sound. In this case, turn down the volume, turn off the system and turn

61GBAdditional InformationThe S-AIR functionS-AIR connection is not established (sound transmission is not established), e.g., the indicator of the S-

62GBIf the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the system as follows:Use buttons on the system for this

63GBAdditional InformationHDMI sectionConnector HDMITM ConnecterVideo inputs/outputs BD, DVD, SAT/CATV: 640 × 480p@60 Hz720 × [email protected]/60 Hz1280 × 7

64GBDolby DigitalThis movie theater sound format is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In this format, the surround speakers output stereo s

65GBAdditional Informationcolor space based on the xvYCC specifications and is a trademark of Sony Corporation.xvYCC is an international standard of t

66GBAA/V SYNC 45AMP menu 43AUDIO 45, 46AUDIO DRC 44BBASS 45Blu-ray Disc player (recorder)connecting 13CCTRL: HDMI 31DDIGITAL MEDIA PORTconnecting 19DI

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7GBGetting StartedInstall the subwoofer and speakers as shown in the illustration below.• Do not block the heat ventilation on the rear panel of the s

8GB• Both speakers should be pointed straight forward. Do not place the speakers at an angle.• It is recommended to place the speakers on the edge of

9GBGetting StartedTo install the speakers on a flat surfaceBefore you install the speakers, be sure to attach the supplied foot pads to prevent vibrat