Sony BDV-E780W Operations Instructions

BDV-E980W/BDV-E780W4-288-248-11 (1)Blu-ray Disc/DVDHome Theatre SystemOperating Instructions

10USIndex to Parts and ControlsFor more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.A Front panel displayB Soft-touch buttons/indicatorsZ

11USAbout 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

12USA SPEAKERS jacks (page 20)B COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 22)C (USB) port (page 35)D SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) jack (page 24)E Wireless tr

13USA "/1 (Power)Turns the surround amplifier on/off.B LINK/STANDBY indicatorYou can check the status of wireless transmission between the main u

14USThe buttons for system operation only are described below. See “Controlling Your TV or Other Components with the Supplied Remote” (page 51) for th

15USE FUNCTION (pages 30, 45)Selects the playback source.HOME (pages 29, 45, 48, 49, 53, 54, 55, 59)Enters or exits the system’s home menu.SOUND MODE

16USGetting StartedStep 1: Installing the SystemInstall the system by referring to the illustration below.• Use caution when placing the speakers and/

17USGetting StartedYou can arrange the subwoofer’s speaker cord by changing which direction it protrudes from the bottom of the subwoofer.• To avoid s

18USGetting StartedWhen installing the subwoofer with the wide side facing forward1 Secure the speaker cord in the speaker cord holder to the right of

19USGetting StartedWhen installing the subwoofer with the narrow side facing forward1 Secure the speaker cord in the speaker cord holder to the left o

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

21USGetting StartedTo connect speaker cords to the unit and surround amplifierConnect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks of th

22USGetting 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

23USGetting 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

24USGetting 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

25USGetting StartedWhen the component does not have an HDMI OUT jackConnect the system so that video signals from the system and other component are s

26USGetting Started• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as po

27USGetting StartedStep 3: Connecting to the Network• To connect the system to your network, you need to make network settings that suit your usage en

28USGetting StartedStep 4: Setting up the Wireless SystemThe unit transmits sound to the surround amplifier that is connected to the surround speakers

29USGetting StartedStep 5: Performing the Easy SetupFollow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system.Displayed items vary dep

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

30USGetting StartedStep 6: Selecting the SourceYou can select the playback source.Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the desired function appears in the

31USGetting StartedStep 7: Enjoying Surround SoundAfter performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy surround sound. You

32USGetting Started5 Press OPTIONS.The option menu in the front panel display turns off.• When the home menu is displayed on the TV screen, this setti

33USGetting Started• 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

34USPlaying a DiscFor playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 74).1 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears

Playback35USYou can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY.The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and system

36USEnjoying an iPod/iPhoneYou can enjoy the music/video/photo and charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the system.Compatible iPod/iPhone modelsTh

Playback37USYou can operate the iPod/iPhone using the buttons on the remote. For operation details of the iPod/iPhone, also refer to the operating ins

38USPlaying via a NetworkBRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway delivering selected Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment strai

Playback39USTo play files stored on a DLNA server via the system (DLNA Player)Select the DLNA server icon from [Video], [Music], or [Photo] in the h

4USFor the wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50)This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1

40US• The sale and product lineup of products that are compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function differ depending on the area.You can acquire conte

Playback41US[Video] only [Music] only[Photo] onlyItems Details[A/V SYNC] Adjusts the gap between picture and sound. For details, see “Adjusting the de

42USWhen 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 dep

Sound Adjustment43USSelecting the Effect to Suit the SourceYou can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music.Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during

44USx BD/DVD VIDEODepending on the BD/DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. See “Langua

Tuner45USListening to the RadioYou can enjoy radio sound with the system’s speakers.1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel

46US1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display.The last received station is tuned in.2 Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to s

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

48US• 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 t

Other Operations49USSetting the Speakers[Speaker Settings]To obtain the best possible surround sound, set connection of the speakers and their distanc

5US• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.• , “XMB,” and “xross media bar” are trademarks of Sony

50US[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 [

Other Operations51USControlling Your TV or Other Components with the Supplied RemoteYou can control your TV and other components such as a cable box o

52US1 Press HOME.The home menu appears on the TV screen.2 Press C/c to select [Setup].3 Press X/x to select [Remote Controller Setting Guide], then

Other Operations53USBrowsing WebsitesYou can connect to the Internet and enjoy websites like the Sony homepage using the system.1 Prepare for Internet

54USVarious settings and operations are available by pressing OPTIONS.The available items differ depending on the situation.Further Settings for the W

Other Operations55US5 Press X/x to select [Secure Link], then press .6 Press X/x to select [On], then press .7 Press SECURE LINK on the rear of the su

56US2 Press C/c to select [Setup].3 Press X/x to select [Network Settings], then press .4 Press X/x to select [Internet Settings], then press .The

Other Operations57US3 Press X/x to select the network setting type, then press .• [Auto]: The system sets the IP address automatically, and the [DNS

58US3 Press X/x to select the wireless LAN name, then press .x When the selected wireless LAN is unsecuredSetup of wireless LAN connectivity is finis

Settings and Adjustments59USUsing the Setup DisplayYou can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound.Select (Setup) on the home me

6USAbout These Operating Instructions• The instructions in these Operating Instructions describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the cont

60US[Network Update]You can update and improve the functions of the system.For information about update functions, refer to the following website:For

Settings and Adjustments61USx [Cinema Conversion Mode][Auto]: Normally select this. The unit automatically detects whether the material is video-based

62USx [Audio Output]You can select the output method where the audio signal is output.[Speaker]: Outputs multi-channel sound from the system’s speaker

Settings and Adjustments63US[Parental Control Settings]x [Password]Set or change the password for the Parental Control function. A password allows you

64USx [HDMI Settings][Control for HDMI][On]: On. You can operate mutually between components that are connected with an HDMI cable.[Off]: Off.[Audio R

Settings and Adjustments65USx [Party Auto Start][On]: Starts a PARTY or joins an existing PARTY at the request of a networked device compatible with t

66USPrecautionsOn 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 Information67USOn moving the system• Before moving the system, make sure that there is no disc inserted, and remove the AC power cord (main

68USTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the probl

Additional Information69USPictureSymptom Problems and solutionsThere is no picture. • Check the output method on your system (page 22).There is no pic

7USTable of ContentsAbout These Operating Instructions ... 6Unpacking ...8Index to Parts and Controls.

70USSoundSymptom Problems and solutionsThere is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely.• Check the speaker settings (page 49). The Sup

Additional Information71USWireless soundTunerSymptom Problems and solutionsWireless transmission is not activated or there is no sound from the surrou

72USPlaybackUSB deviceBRAVIA Internet VideoSymptom Problems and solutionsThe disc does not play. • The region code on the BD/DVD does not match the sy

Additional Information73US“BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for HDMI]) Network connectionBuilt-in/USB wireless LAN connectionSymptom Problems and solutionsThe [

74USPlayable 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 Information75USPlayable Types of FilesVideo1)MusicPhoto1)1)The system does not play these files via the renderer function.2)The system does

76USSupported Audio FormatsAudio formats supported by this system are as follows.a: Supported format.–: Unsupported format.• HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN

Additional Information77USSpecificationsAmplifier SectionU.S.models:AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONSPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:(FTC)Front L

78USSurround (SS-TSB106) for BDV-E780WDimensions (approx.) 96 mm × 245 mm × 96 mm (3 7/8 in × 9 3/4 in × 3 7/8 in) (w/h/d)Mass (approx.) 0.6 kg (1 lb

Additional Information79USLanguage Code ListThe language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Parental Control/Area Code List

8USUnpackingBDV-E980W• Front speakers (2)• Surround speakers (2)• Center speaker (1)• Subwoofer (1)• Speaker cords (5, red/white/green/gray/blue)• Spe

80USIndexNumerics3D 343D Output Setting 60AA/V SYNC 42Attenuate - AUDIO 61Audio 62Audio DRC 61Audio Output 62Audio Return Channel 64Audio Settings 61A

81USWWEP 58Wireless Sound Connection 63WPA2-PSK (AES) 58WPA2-PSK (TKIP) 58WPA-PSK (AES) 58WPA-PSK (TKIP) 58

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

9USBDV-E780WInsert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.• Front