Sony BDV-E800W Operations Instructions

© 2009 Sony CorporationSony Corporation Printed in Malaysia(3)4-147-230-11(3)Operating InstructionsBDV-E800WBD/DVD Home Theatre SystemThe software o

10GBA "/1 (on/standby) (page 40)Turns on the unit, or sets to standby mode.B Play operation buttons (page 40)N (play)Starts or re-starts playback

100GBPlayable Discs* JPEG format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format).** Some AVCHD format discs may not play, depending on the recording conditi

Additional Information101GBNote on playback operations of a BD/DVDSome playback operations of a BD/DVD may be intentionally set by software producers.

102GBSupported Audio FormatsAudio formats supported by this system are as follows.a: Supported format.–: Unsupported format.*BD only.Note• The table a

Additional Information103GBVideo Output ResolutionOutput resolution differs depending on the [Output Video Format] setting in [Video Settings] (page 7

104GBSpecificationsAmplifier Section Stereo mode (rated) 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms,1 kHz, 1% THD)Surround mode (reference) RMS output powerFront L/Fron

Additional Information105GBDimensions (approx.) 430 mm × 93 mm × 400 mm (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts430 mm × 93 mm × 430 mm (w/h/d) (incl. Wireless

106GBLanguage Code ListThe language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language1027

Additional Information107GBTerms and Conditions of Use and End User License AgreementThe Sony Blu-ray Disc player (“Product”) and associated software

108GBGNU General Public, Lesser General Public, & Other Licenses. Notwithstanding terms in this Agreement, certain portions of the Software are go

Additional Information109GB11. General Provisions This Agreement, the limited warranty accompanying the Product, plus any additional terms posted on t

11GBAbout the indications in the front panel displayA Current surround formatB Lights up when a station is received. (Radio only) (page 56)C Lights up

110GBBD-ROMBD-ROMs (Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory) are commercially produced discs and are available in the same capacities as the BD below. Other tha

Additional Information111GBDTSDigital audio compression technology developed by DTS, Inc. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround. This forma

112GBrange of ISM band (Industrial, Scientific, and Medical band), such as wireless LANs and Bluetooth applications.x.v.Colourx.v.Colour is a familiar

113GBIndexNumerics24p True Cinema 112AA/V SYNC 47Angle 42Attenuate - AUDIO 82Attenuate - TV 81Audio 83Audio DRC 81Audio Settings 81Auto Calibration 69

114GBXx.v.Colour 81, 112

12GBA LAN (100) terminal (page 29)B COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 22)C VIDEO OUT jack (page 22)D EZW-RT10 slot (page 27)E COAXIAL 75Ω FM jack (page

13GBA PHONES jack (page 31)B POWER (ON/OFF) (pages 31, 61)C POWER / ON LINE indicator (pages 31, 61)D PAIRING indicator (page 63)E PAIRING (page 63)F

14GBGetting StartedStep 1: Installing the SystemFor the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening posit

15GBGetting StartedTo add the optional surround back speakersYou can enjoy 7.1 surround sound by purchasing the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit (WAHT-SB

16GBGetting StartedCaution• Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used.• Use screws that are suitable for the

17GBGetting Started3 Disassemble the speaker by lifting the upper part of the speaker.4 Pull out the speaker cord from the bottom of the lower part of

18GBGetting StartedFully-disassembled illustrationTo install the speakers on a wallBefore installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord

19GBGetting Started3 Hang the speakers on the screws.5 mm 10 mmHole on the back of the speakerRear of the speaker

2GBDo 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

20GBGetting StartedStep 2: Connecting the SystemFor connecting the system, read the information on the following pages.Do not connect the AC power cor

21GBGetting StartedTo connect speaker cords to the unitWhen connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks.To connect speaker cords to t

22GBGetting StartedThis connection sends a video signal to the TV.Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method.Method 1: Video cord

23GBGetting StartedTo change the color system (PAL or NTSC)Depending on the TV to be connected, you may be required to select either PAL or NTSC for t

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

25GBGetting StartedYou can enjoy connected components via the system’s speakers.• DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: F (TDM-iP20 is supplied with United King

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

27GBGetting StartedYou can transmit sound from the unit to an S-AIR product, such as the surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver.To transmit sound from t

28GBGetting StartedInsert the external memory device (1 GB or larger USB flash memory, such as Sony USM2GL, USM4GL, or USM1GH, not supplied) into the

29GBGetting StartedConnect the LAN (100) terminal of the unit to your Internet source using a network cable to update the system’s software using the

3GBplease contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.Notice for customers: the

30GBGetting StartedBefore connecting the AC power cords (mains leads) of the unit and the surround amplifier to a wall outlet (mains), connect the fro

31GBGetting StartedStep 3: Setting up the Wireless SystemTo use the wireless system, you need to set up the surround amplifier. Before setting, make s

32GBGetting StartedWhen you use multiple S-AIR productsSee “Establishing sound transmission between the unit and S-AIR sub unit (ID setting)” (page 61

33GBGetting StartedStep 4: Performing the Easy SetupFollow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system.Displayed items vary dep

34GBGetting StartedNote• When you do not connect the unit and TV with an HDMI cable, you cannot select [HDMI].• When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and

35GBGetting Started12 Press X/x to select the setting for the Control for HDMI function.Select [On] to use the [Control for HDMI] function (page 66) w

36GBGetting Started20 Press .[Auto Calibration] starts.The system adjusts the speaker setting automatically.Be quiet during the measurement.Note• Loud

37GBGetting StartedStep 6: Enjoying Surround SoundYou can enjoy surround sound simply by selecting one of the system’s pre-programmed decoding modes.

38GBGetting Started4 Press X/x repeatedly until the surround sound effect you want appears in the front panel display.See the table below for surround

39GBGetting StartedTo turn the sound effect offSelect “A.F.D. STD” for “DEC. MODE.”Note• When you select “A.F.D. 7.1CH,” depending on the disc or sour

4GBAbout These Operating Instructions• The instructions in these Operating Instructions describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the cont

40GBPlaying a BD/DVDDepending on the disc, some operations may be different or restricted.Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your disc.

Playback41GBNote• When you set the [Control for HDMI] function to [On], the TV that is connected to the system with an HDMI cable can be sync-operated

42GBOne-Touch Play (for HDMI connection only)Press ONE-TOUCH PLAY. The system and the connected TV turn on and the input selector on the TV is switche

Playback43GBWhen you stop the disc, the system remembers the point where you pressed x. As long as you do not remove the disc, Resume Play will work e

44GBYou can move quickly between scenes within the title currently being played back.1 Press SCENE SEARCH during playback or in pause mode.Playback pa

Playback45GBYou can check the title information, including the video transmission rate, etc.Press DISPLAY during playback.The displayed information

46GB1 Press OPTIONS during playback.The options menu appears.2 Press X/x to select [Video Settings], then press .The [Video Settings] screen appears.

Playback47GBWhen 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

48GBTo delete data in the external memoryYou can delete unnecessary data.1 If a disc is inserted, remove the disc from the unit.2 Press HOME. 3 Press

Playback49GBTo select a track1 Press HOME.2 Press C/c to select [Music].3 Press .The music list appears.4 Press X/x to select a track, then press N

5GBTable of ContentsAbout These Operating Instructions ...4About the S-AIR function...4Unpacking ...

50GBPlaying Photo Files1)BD-REs/BD-Rs containing JPEG image files2)DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs containing JPEG image files3)CD-RWs/CD-Rs containing

Playback51GBNote• When you attempt to play the following photo files, the mark appears on the screen and they cannot be played.– Photo files with wi

52GBSelecting the Effect to Suit the SourceYou can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music.Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during playback until

Sound Adjustment53GBSelecting the Audio Format, Multilingual Tracks, or Channel When the system is playing a BD/DVD VIDEO recorded in multiple audio f

54GBEnjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound(DUAL MONO)You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives or plays a Dolby Digital multiplex b

Sound Adjustment55GBYou can enjoy sound effects or dialog, as you would in a movie theater, even at low volume. It is useful for watching movies at ni

56GBListening to the RadioYou can enjoy radio sound with the system’s speakers.Tip• You can operate the tuner function using the tuner menu on the fro

Tuner57GBYou can preset 20 FM stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TUNER FM” appea

58GBIf an FM program is noisy, you can select monaural reception. There will be no stereo effect, but reception will improve.1 Press OPTIONS.The optio

Tuner59GBTo name preset stationsYou can enter a name for preset stations. These names (for example, “ABC”) appear in the front panel display when a st

6GBUnpacking• Front speakers (2)• Surround speakers (2)• Center speaker (1)• Subwoofer (1)• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)• Speaker cords (2, green/purp

60GBUsing the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT AdapterThe DIGITAL MEDIA PORT (DMPORT) adapter is for enjoying sound from a portable audio source or computer. By con

External Audio Device61GBUsing an S-AIR ProductThe unit is compatible with the S-AIR function (page 111), which allows sound transmission between S-AI

62GBTo set the ID of the surround amplifier1 Make sure that the SURROUND SELECTOR switch of the surround amplifier is set to SURROUND.2 Set the S-AIR

External Audio Device63GB8 Adjust the volume on the S-AIR receiver.Note• When the sound is other than 2 channel stereo, multi-channel sound is downmix

64GBx After pairingSound transmission is established between the paired unit and S-AIR sub unit(s) only.To perform pairing1 Place the S-AIR sub unit t

External Audio Device65GBYou can check the S-AIR status such as the S-AIR ID or pairing information.1 Press SYSTEM MENU.2 Press X/x repeatedly until “

66GBUsing the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” SyncThis function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function only.By connecting Sony com

Other Operations67GBTo set the [Control for HDMI] function of the system to on/off manually1 Press HOME.The home menu appears on the TV screen.2 Press

68GB(System Audio Control)You can enjoy TV sound in this system by easy operation.To use this function, connect the system and the TV with an audio co

Other Operations69GBCalibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically[Auto Calibration]D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appr

7GBInserting batteries into the remoteInsert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings insid

70GB8 Confirm the conclusions of [Auto Calibration].The conclusions appear on the TV screen. Press C/c to change the page. The first page shows the di

Other Operations71GB[Subwoofer][Yes]x [Distance]When you move the speakers, be sure to set the parameters of the distance (A) from the listening posit

72GBNote• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack.Tip• To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time, press 2 +/–.Controlli

Other Operations73GBYou can control the TV using the following buttons. To use these buttons (other than THEATRE, TV [/1, t/ ), set the remote to the

74GBUsing the Sleep TimerYou can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. You can preset the time in 10

Other Operations75GBDeactivating the Buttons on the Unit(Child Lock)You can deactivate the buttons on the unit (except for "/1) for preventing mi

76GBSaving Power in Standby ModeCheck that the following settings are made:– [Control for HDMI] is set to [Off] (page 66).– “S-AIR STBY” is set to “ST

Settings and Adjustments77GBUsing the Setup DisplayYou can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound.Select (Setup) on the home me

78GB5 Press X/x to select a setting, then press .The setting is selected and setup is complete.The options for the selected item appear.Example: [4:3]

Settings and Adjustments79GB2 Press C/c to select [OK], then press .The unit starts downloading, then updating the software automatically.When updatin

8GBIndex to Parts and ControlFor more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.Number 5, /DIGITAL, PROG +, and N buttons have a tacti

80GBx [Cinema Conversion Mode]You can set the video conversion method for 480p/576p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p* signals from the HDMI OUT jack or the COMP

Settings and Adjustments81GB[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video signals only when connecting a 1080/24p-compatible TV using the HDMI OUT jack.[On

82GBx [Attenuate - AUDIO]Distortion may occur when you listen to a component connected to the AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks. You can prevent distortion b

Settings and Adjustments83GB[BD/DVD Viewing Settings]You can make detailed settings for BD/DVD playback.x [BD/DVD Menu]You can select the default menu

84GBx [Parental Control Region Code]Playback of some BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs can be limited according to the geographic area. Scenes may be blocked or r

Settings and Adjustments85GB[Photo Settings]You can make the photo-related settings.x [Slideshow Speed]You can change the slideshow speed. [Fast]: Pho

86GB[System Settings]You can make the system-related settings.x [OSD]You can select your language for the system on-screen displays.x [Standby Mode]Yo

Settings and Adjustments87GB[Network Settings]You can make detailed settings for Internet and network.x [Internet Settings]These items are necessary w

88GBYou can use the following buttons to enter characters.[Easy Setup]You can recall the Easy Setup to make the basic settings.1 Press C/c to select [

Settings and Adjustments89GB[Resetting]You can reset the system settings to their factory default. Settings can be reset by function group. All the se

9GB (angle) (page 42) Switches to other viewing angles when multi-angles are recorded on a BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO.SYSTEM MENU (pages 37, 47, 54, 58, 61, 74)

90GBPrecautionsOn 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 Information91GBOn moving the systemBefore moving the system, make sure that there is no disc inserted, and remove the AC power cord (mains

92GBTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the probl

Additional Information93GBSoundThe picture is not output correctly.• Check the [Output Video Format] settings (page 80).Picture noise appears. • The d

94GBOperationThe surround effect is difficult to hear when you are playing a sound track of Dolby Digital, DTS, or MPEG audio.• Check the decoding mod

Additional Information95GBThe disc does not play. • The disc is dirty.• There is no disc inserted.• The disc is upside down.Insert the disc with the p

96GBThe Control for HDMI function does not work.• When “HDMI” does not light up in the front panel display, check the HDMI connection (page 22).• Set

Additional Information97GBThe S-AIR functionSymptom RemedyS-AIR connection is not established (sound transmission is not established), e.g., the indic

98GBSurround amplifier operationIf no sound is output from the surround speakers, check the status of the POWER / ON LINE indicator on the surround am

Additional Information99GBSelf-diagnosis Function When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the system from malfunctioning, an error co