Sony Blu-Ray Disc/DVD Home theatre System BDV-E280 User Manual

BDV-E280/BDV-T284-288-251-11 (1)Blu-ray Disc/DVDHome Theatre SystemOperating Instructions

10USA SPEAKERS jacks (page 14)B (USB) port (page 28)C AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 17)D ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75Ω) jack (page 19)E TV (DIGITAL IN O

11USNumber 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

12USF Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 27). ./> (previous/next)Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or file.m/M (fast/slow/free

13USGetting StartedStep 1: Installing the SystemInstall the system by referring to the illustration below.• Use caution when placing the speakers and/

14USGetting StartedStep 2: Connecting the SystemFor connecting the system, read the information on the following pages.Do not connect the AC power cor

15USGetting StartedConnect the system to your TV to display the image of the system on your TV, and listen to TV sound via the system’s speakers.Depen

16USGetting StartedA HDMI cable connectionIf your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV with an HDMI cable. This will provide better image quality co

17USGetting StartedWhen a component you wish to connect to the system has an HDMI (OUT) jackYou can connect a component that has an HDMI (OUT) jack su

18USGetting StartedWhen the component does not have an HDMI OUT jackConnect the system so that video signals from the system and other component are s

19USGetting Started• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as po

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 StartedStep 3: Connecting to the Network• To connect the system to your network, you need to make network settings that suit your usage en

21USGetting Started• The placement distance between the USB Wireless LAN Adapter and your wireless LAN router differs based on your usage environment.

22USGetting StartedStep 4: Performing the Easy SetupBefore performing Step 4Make sure all connections are secure, and then connect the AC power cord (

23USGetting StartedStep 5: Selecting the SourceYou can select the playback source.Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the desired function appears in the

24USGetting StartedStep 6: Enjoying Surround SoundAfter performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy surround sound. You

25USGetting Started• When the home menu is displayed on the TV screen, this setting can be changed by selecting the surround setting via [Surround Set

26USGetting Started• Depending on the input stream, the surround settings may not be effective.• When you play a Super Audio CD, surround settings are

Playback27USPlaying a DiscFor playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 60).1 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system

28USYou can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY.The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and system status.E

Playback29USEnjoying an iPod/iPhoneYou can enjoy the music/video*/photo* and charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the system.* U.S. and Canada mod

3USImportant Safety Instructions1) Read these instructions.2) Keep these instructions.3) Heed all warnings.4) Follow all instructions.5) Do not use th

30US3 Press C/c to select [Video]*, [Music], or [Photo]*.* U.S. and Canada models only.4 (For U.S. and Canada models)Press X/x to select [iPod], th

Playback31US• Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the iPod/iPhone, turn the system off when connecti

32USAvailable OptionsVarious settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation

Playback33USWhen the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.The setting method dif

34USSelecting the Effect to Suit the SourceYou can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music.Press SOUND MODE +/– repeatedly during playback un

Sound Adjustment35USx DVD-VRThe types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed.Example:• [ Stereo]• [ Stereo (Audio1)]• [ Stereo (Audio2)]•

36USListening to the RadioYou can enjoy radio sound with the system’s speakers.1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel displ

Tuner37US1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display.The last received station is tuned in.2 Press PRESET +/– repeatedly

38USUsing the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” SyncThis function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function.By connecting Sony componen

Other Operations39US• Make sure that the component is connected to the system via an HDMI cable, and the Control for HDMI function of the connected co

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40USdB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy adjustment.[Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the front speaker level.[Center]* 0.0 dB: Set the center

Other Operations41USControlling Your TV with the Supplied RemoteBy adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote.• Whe

42USBrowsing WebsitesYou can connect to the Internet and enjoy websites like the Sony homepage using the system.1 Prepare for Internet browsing.Connec

Other Operations43USSetting up the Network[Internet Settings]Before setting, connect the system to the network. For details, see “Step 3: Connecting t

44US4 Press X/x to select [Internet Settings], then press .The [Internet Settings] display appears.• The [Internet Settings] items are necessary to c

Other Operations45US4 Press X/x to select the proxy server setting, then press .• [No]: A proxy server is not used.• [Yes]: Enter the proxy server se

46US4 Press X/x to select the security mode, then press .• [None]: Select this if the wireless LAN is unsecured. Setup of wireless LAN connectivity i

Settings and Adjustments47USUsing the Setup DisplayYou can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound.Select (Setup) on the home me

48USFor customers in Mexico and Latin America:http://esupport.sony.com/LADuring a software update, “UPDATING” appears in the front panel display. Afte

Settings and Adjustments49US[RGB]: Select this when connecting to a device with an HDCP-compliant DVI jack.x [HDMI Deep Color Output][Auto]: Normally

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

50US[BD/DVD Viewing Settings]You can make detailed settings for BD/DVD playback.x [BD/DVD Menu]You can select the default menu language for BD-ROMs or

Settings and Adjustments51US[Music Settings]You can make detailed settings for Super Audio CD playback.x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer][Super Audio C

52US[Easy Setup]Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.[Resetting]x [Reset to Factory Default Settings]Y

Additional Information53USPrecautionsOn safety• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the syste

54USOn 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

Additional Information55USTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to

56USPictureSymptom Problems and solutionsThere is no picture. • Check the output method on your system (page 15).There is no picture when you make an

Additional Information57USSoundTunerSymptom Problems and solutionsThere is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely.• Check the speaker

58USPlaybackUSB deviceBRAVIA Internet VideoSymptom Problems and solutionsThe disc does not play. • The region code on the BD/DVD does not match the sy

Additional Information59US“BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for HDMI]) Network connectionUSB wireless LAN connectionSymptom Problems and solutionsThe [Control f

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

60USPlayable Discs1)Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not be playable depending on the disc type and the vers

Additional Information61USPlayable Types of FilesVideoMusicPhoto1)The system does not play files encoded with DRM.2)The system plays AVCHD-format file

62USSupported Audio FormatsAudio formats supported by this system are as follows.a: Supported format.–: Unsupported format.• HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN

Additional Information63USSpecificationsAmplifier SectionU.S.models:AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONSPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:(FTC)Front L

64USLanguage Code ListThe language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Parental Control/Area Code List

65USIndexNumerics3D 273D Output Setting 48AA/V SYNC 33Attenuate - AUDIO 49Audio 50Audio DRC 49Audio Output 49Audio Return Channel 51Audio Settings 49A

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

7USUnpackingBDV-E280/BDV-T28Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the comp

8USIndex to Parts and ControlsFor more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.A Disc tray (page 27)B Remote sensorC Front panel disp

9USAbout the indications in the front panel displayA Displays the system’s playing status.B Lights up when repeat play is activated.C Lights up when s