4-288-251-11(1)
Blu-ray Disc/DVD
Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
BDV-E280/BDV-T28
13) Unplug this apparatus during
lightning storms or when
should stop watching the 3D video
images until the discomfort ends;
consult a doctor if you believe
necessary. You should also review
(i) the instruction manual and/or the
caution message of any other
device used with, or Blu-ray Disc
contents played with this product
and (ii) our website (http://
esupport.sony.com/) for the latest
information. The vision of young
children (especially those under six
years old) is still under
development. Consult your doctor
(such as a pediatrician or eye
doctor) before allowing young
children to watch 3D video images.
Adults should supervise young
children to ensure they follow the
recommendations listed above.
Important Safety
Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been
dropped.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near
water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation
openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat
sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A
For the customers in
Canada, Mexico, and
Latin America
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus
to dripping or splashing, and do not
place objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, on the apparatus.
Copy Protection
Please be advised of the advanced
polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for
your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
content protection systems used in
TM
both Blu-ray Disc and DVD
media. These systems, called
AACS (Advanced Access Content
System) and CSS (Content
Precautions
On power sources
• The unit is not disconnected from
the mains as long as it is
connected to the AC outlet, even
if the unit itself has been turned
off.
Scramble System), may contain
some restrictions on playback,
analog output, and other similar
features. The operation of this
product and the restrictions placed
may vary depending on the date of
purchase, as the governing board of
the AACS may adopt or change its
restriction rules after the time of
purchase.
10) Protect the power cord from
being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs,
• As the main plug is used to
disconnect the unit from the
mains, connect the unit to an
easily accessible AC outlet.
Should you notice an abnormality
in the unit, disconnect the main
plug from the AC outlet
immediately.
convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
Copyrights and
Trademarks
11) Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
• This system incorporates with
Dolby* Digital and Dolby Pro
Logic (II) adaptive matrix
surround decoder and the DTS**
Digital Surround System.
* Manufacturedunder license
from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic, and the
double-D symbol are
On watching 3D video
images
Some people may experience
discomfort (such as eye strain,
fatigue, or nausea) while watching
3D video images. Sony
recommends that all viewers take
regular breaks while watching 3D
video images. The length and
frequency of necessary breaks will
vary from person to person. You
must decide what works best. If you
experience any discomfort, you
12) Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
**Manufacturedunder license
under U.S. Patent #’s:
5,451,942; 5,956,674;
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5,974,380; 5,978,762;
6,226,616; 6,487,535;
7,212,872; 7,333,929;
• “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™” and “Wi-
Fi Protected Setup™” are
trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• “PhotoTV HD” and the “PhotoTV
HD” logo are trademarks of Sony
Corporation.
fails to properly enforce
restrictions on content usage,
content owners may require
Microsoft to revoke the device’s
ability to consume PlayReady-
protected content. Revocation
should not affect unprotected
content or content protected by
other content access technologies.
Content owners may require you
to upgrade PlayReady to access
their content. If you decline an
upgrade, you will not be able to
access content that requires the
upgrade.
7,392,195; 7,272,567 &
other U.S. and worldwide
patents issued & pending.
DTS, DTS-HD and the
Symbol are registered
trademarks, & DTS-HD
Master Audio, and the DTS
logos are trademarks of
DTS, Inc. Product includes
software. © DTS, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding
technology and patents licensed
from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.
• iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod
nano, and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• This system incorporates High-
Definition Multimedia Interface
• All other trademarks are
trademarks of their respective
owners.
TM
(HDMI ) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-
Definition Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC in the United States and
other countries.
• Other system and product names
are generally trademarks or
registered trademarks of the
manufacturers. ™ and ® marks
are not indicated in this document.
• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for
iPhone” mean that an electronic
accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPod or
iPhone, respectively, and has been
certified by the developer to meet
Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the
operation of this device or its
compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note
that the use of this accessory with
iPod or iPhone may affect
• Java is a trademark of Oracle and/
or its affiliates.
• “BD-LIVE” and
“BONUSVIEW” are trademarks
of Blu-ray Disc Association.
• “Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark.
• “Blu-ray Disc,” “DVD+RW,”
“DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD-
R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD”
logos are trademarks.
wireless performance.
• “Blu-ray 3D” and “Blu-ray 3D”
logo are trademarks of Blu-ray
Disc Association.
• Windows Media is either a
registered trademark or trademark
of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other
• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
countries.
• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD”
logo are trademarks of Panasonic
Corporation and Sony
This product contains technology
subject to certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft. Use
or distribution of this technology
outside of this product is
Corporation.
•
, “XMB,” and “xross media
bar” are trademarks of Sony
Corporation and Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc.
prohibited without the appropriate
license(s) from Microsoft.
Content owners use Microsoft
• “PLAYSTATION” is atrademark
of Sony Computer Entertainment
Inc.
™
PlayReady content access
technology to protect their
intellectual property, including
copyrighted content. This device
uses PlayReady technology to
access PlayReady-protected
content and/or WMDRM-
• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo
is a certification mark of the
Wi-Fi Alliance.
• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™
Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi
Alliance.
protected content. If the device
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About These
Operating
Instructions
• The instructions in these
Operating Instructions
describe the controls on the
remote. You can also use the
controls on the unit if they
have the same or similar
names as those on the remote.
• In this manual, “disc” is used
as a general reference for
BDs, DVDs, Super Audio
CDs, or CDs unless otherwise
specified by the text or
illustrations.
• The instructions in this
manual are for BDV-E280
and BDV-T28. BDV-E280 is
the model used for
illustration purposes. Any
difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text,
for example, “BDV-E280
only.”
• Some illustrations are
presented as conceptual
drawings, and may be
different from the actual
products.
• The items displayed on the
TV screen may vary
depending on the area.
• The default setting is
underlined.
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Table of Contents
Step 3: Connecting to the
Network....................................20
Step 4: Performing the Easy
Setup ........................................22
Step 6: Enjoying Surround
Sound.......................................24
Selecting the Effect to Suit
the Source .......................................34
Selecting the Audio Format, Multilingual
Tracks, or Channel..........................34
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast
Sound..............................................35
Using the Control for HDMI Function for
“BRAVIA” Sync ............................38
Deactivating the Buttons on
the Unit ...........................................40
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied
Remote............................................41
Changing the Brightness of the Front
Panel Display..................................41
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Unpacking
BDV-E280/BDV-T28
• Front speakers (2)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Dock for iPod/iPhone
(TDM-iP30) (1)
or
• Video cord (1)
• USB cable (1)
• Surround speakers (2)
• Remote commander
(remote) (1)
• Operating Instructions
• Quick Setup Guide
• Speaker Installation Guide
• Center speaker (1)
• Subwoofer (1)
• Software License
Information
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• HDMI cable (1)
(BDV-T28 only)
Preparing the remote
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the
markings inside the compartment.
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Index to Parts and Controls
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel
FUNCTION
VOLUME
B Remote sensor
x (stop)
Stops playback and remembers the stop
point (resume point).
C Front panel display
The resume point for a title/track is the last
point you played or the last photo for a
photo folder.
D
Latin American models only)
Used for connecting a USB device.
FUNCTION
Selects the playback source.
E Play operation buttons
Opens or closes the disc tray.
VOLUME +/–
Adjusts the system’s volume.
N (play)
F
"/1 (on/standby)
Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode.
Starts or re-starts playback (resume play).
Plays a slideshow when a disc containing
JPEG image files is inserted.
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Front panel display
About the indications in the front panel display
A Displays the system’s playing status.
E Lights up when muting is on.
B Lights up when repeat play is
F Displays the system’s status, such as
activated.
radio frequency, etc.
C Lights up when stereo sound is
G Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/
1080p video signals from the HDMI
(OUT) jack.
received. (Radio only)
D Lights up when the HDMI (OUT) jack is
correctly connected to an HDCP (High-
bandwidth Digital Content Protection)-
compliant device with HDMI or DVI
(Digital Visual Interface) input.
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Rear panel
ONLY FOR SS-TSB105
ONLY FOR
ONLY FOR
ONLY FOR SS-TSB105
SS-WSB103 SS-CTB102
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
L
ANTENNA
AUDIO IN
OUT
ARC
FM
COAXIAL
IN
1
IN
2
R
75
FRONT
R
FRONT
L
SUBWOOFER
CENTER
SUR
R
SUR
L
SPEAKERS
VIDEO OUT
LAN (100)
TV
AUDIO
(USB) port (page 28)
B
D ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75Ω) jack
(page 19)
E TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page
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Enters the title/chapter numbers, preset
station number, etc.
Remote control
Selects the audio format/track.
SPEAKERS
TV AUDIO
TV
1
SUBTITLE (page 50)
BRAVIA Sync
DIMMER
SLEEP
Selects the subtitle language when
multilingual subtitles are recorded on a BD-
ROM/DVD VIDEO.
1
4
7
2
5
8
3
6
9
FUNCTION
2
3
4
9
SUBTITLE
C Color buttons (yellow/blue/red/green)
Short cut keys for selecting items on some
BD menus (can also be used for Java
interactive operations on BDs).
FAVORITES AUDIO
0
RED
YELLOW
BLUE
GREEN
TOP MENU
POP UP/ MENU
D TOP MENU
Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top
Menu.
RETURN
OPTIONS
POP UP/MENU
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up
Menu, or the DVD’s menu.
SOUND MODE
SOUND MODE
5
6
HOME
NETFLIX PRESET
PRESET QRIOCITY
TUNING
DISPLAY
PLAY TUNING
PAUSE
STOP
Displays the options menu on the TV screen
or in the front panel display. (The location
differs based on the selected function.)
8
VOL TV VOL
MUTING
TV INPUT
7
RETURN
Returns to the previous display.
C/X/x/c
Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N buttons
have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a
reference when operating the remote.
Moves the highlight to a displayed item.
(enter)
Enters the selected item.
•
: For TV operations
(For details, see “Controlling Your TV with
Selects the sound mode.
Enters or exits the system’s home menu.
A
Z (open/close)
Opens or closes the disc tray.
SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO
Selects whether TV sound is output from
the system’s speakers or the TV’s
speaker(s). This function works only when
you set [Control for HDMI] to [On]
Turns on the TV or sets it to standby mode.
Turns on the system or sets it to standby
mode.
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F Playback operation buttons
G MUTING
Turns off the sound temporarily.
./> (previous/next)
Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or
file.
Adjusts the volume.
TV VOL +/–
m/M (fast/slow/freeze frame)
Fast reverse/fast forward the disc during
playback. Each time you press the button,
the search speed changes.
Adjusts the TV volume.
TV INPUT
Switches the TV’s input source between the
TV and other input sources.
Activates slow-motion play when pressed
for more than one second in pause mode.
Plays one frame at a time when pressed in
pause mode.
Displays playback and web browsing
information on the TV screen.
Displays the preset radio station, frequency,
etc., in the front panel display.
Slow-motion and single-frame playback are
not available for Blu-ray 3D Discs.
Displays the stream information/decoding
status in the front panel display when the
function is set to other than “BD/DVD.”
When the system is set to the “HDMI1,”
“HDMI2,” or “TV” function, the stream
information/decoding status appears only
when a digital signal is input.
N (play)
Starts or re-starts playback (resume play).
the system is on and set to the “BD/DVD”
function.
X (pause)
Pauses or re-starts playback.
The stream information/decoding status
may not appear depending on the stream or
item being decoded.
x (stop)
Stops playback and remembers the stop
point (resume point). The resume point for
a title/track is the last point you played or
the last photo for a photo folder.
Changes the brightness of the front panel
display.
SLEEP (page 40)
Sets the sleep timer.
Radio operation buttons
Selects the playback source.
PRESET +/–
TUNING +/–
FAVORITES
Displays the Internet contents added to the
Favorites List. You can save 18 favorite
Internet contents.
Online service direct access buttons
NETFLIX
Accesses the “NETFLIX” online service.
QRIOCITY
Accesses the “Qriocity” online service.
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Getting Started
Step 1: Installing the System
How to position the system
Install the system by referring to the illustration below.
A Front speaker (L (left))
B Front speaker (R (right))
C Center speaker
A
B
F
D Surround speaker (L (left))
E Surround speaker (R (right))
F Subwoofer
C
G
G Unit
D
E
• Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the speakers on a specially treated (waxed,
oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result.
• Do not lean or hang on a speaker, as it may fall down.
• You can install the speakers on a wall. For details, refer to the supplied “Speaker Installation Guide.”
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Step 2: Connecting the System
For connecting the system, read the information on the following pages.
Do not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains) until all the other
connections are made.
• When you connect another component with a volume control, turn down the volume of the other components to a
level where sound is not distorted.
Connecting the speakers
To connect speaker cords to the unit
Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks of the unit.
When connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks.
White
(Front left
speaker (L))
Purple
(Subwoofer)
Red
(Front right
speaker (R))
Green
(Center speaker)
Rear panel of the unit
ONLFOR SS-TS05
ONLFOR
ONLOR
ONLY FOR SS-TSB105
SS-WB103 SS-CB102
FRONT
R
FRONT
L
SUBWOOFER
CENTER
SU
R
S
L
SPEAKERS
Blue
Gray
(Surround left
speaker (L))
(Surround right
speaker (R))
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Connecting the TV
Connect 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.
Depending on the jacks and functions on your TV, select the connection method.
• When your TV has an HDMI jack that is marked “ARC1)”: Connection A
• When your TV has an HDMI jack: Connections A and C
• When your TV does not have HDMI jacks: Connections B and C
Video connections
Audio connection
A
B
C
HDMI cable2)
Video cord
(not supplied)
Digital optical cord
(not supplied)
Image quality
TV
HDMI IN
VIDEO IN
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
Yellow
Signal flow
: Video signal
or
A
B
C
3)
: Audio signal
Yellow
Rear panel of the unit
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
OUT
ARC
IN
1
IN
2
VIDEO OUT
TV
2)The HDMI cable is supplied with BDV-T28 only.
3)Available only when your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.
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A HDMI cable connection
If your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV with an HDMI cable. This will provide better image
quality compared to other types of connections.
When connecting with an HDMI cable, you need to select the type of output signal when performing
About Audio Return Channel
If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function, an HDMI cable connection also
sends a digital audio signal from the TV. You do not need to make a separate audio connection for
listening to TV sound. For setting the Audio Return Channel function, see [Audio Return Channel]
B Video cord connection
If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, make this connection.
C Digital optical cord connection
This connection sends an audio signal to the system from the TV. To listen to TV sound via the system,
perform this connection. With this connection, the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast
signal and you can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound.
• If your TV does not have a digital optical output jack, you can connect the unit and your TV with an audio cord for
listening to TV sound via the system. For connection details, see “Connecting the other components” (page 17).
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Connecting the other components
When a component you wish to connect to the system has an HDMI
(OUT) jack
You can connect a component that has an HDMI (OUT) jack such as a set-top box/digital satellite
®
receiver or PLAYSTATION 3, etc., with an HDMI cable. An HDMI cable connection can send both
video and audio signals. By connecting the system and the component using an HDMI cable, you can
enjoy high-quality digital picture and sound via the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack.
Rear panel of the unit
OUT
ARC
IN
1
IN
2
HDMI cable (not supplied)
Use HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2).
To the HDMI OUT jack of the set-top box/
digital satellite receiver or
PLAYSTATION®3, etc.
HDMI OUT
• Video signals from the HDMI (IN 1/2) jacks are sent to the HDMI (OUT) jack only when the “HDMI1” or
“HDMI2” function is selected.
• To send an audio signal from the HDMI (IN 1/2) jacks to the HDMI (OUT) jack, you may need to change the audio
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When the component does not have an HDMI OUT jack
Connect the system so that video signals from the system and other component are sent to the TV, and
audio signals from the component are sent to the system as follows.
TV
Video out
Component
Audio out
Signal flow
System
: Video signal
: Audio signal
If the component plays sound only, connect the audio output of the component to the system.
Rear panel of the unit
L
AUDIO IN
R
AUDIO
Red
White
: Signal flow
Audio cord (not supplied)
Red
White
To the audio out jacks of the VCR, digital
satellite receiver, PlayStation, or portable
audio source, etc.
L
R
AUDIO OUT
• If you make connection above, set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [Off] (page 51).
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Connecting the antenna (aerial)
Rear panel of the unit
ANTENNA
FM
COAXIAL
75
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
or
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM
antenna (aerial).
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Step 3: Connecting to the Network
• To connect the system to your network, you need to make network settings that suit your usage environment and
Select the method based on your LAN (Local Area Network) environment.
Rear panel of the unit
Internet
2
LAN 00)
1
ADSL modem/
cable modem
Broadband router
ETHER
WAN
LAN
1
LAN
2
LAN
3
LAN
4
USB
WirelessLAN
Adapter
(not supplied)
LAN cable
(not supplied)
1 Wired Setup
Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the unit.
2 USB Wireless Setup
Use a wireless LAN via the USB Wireless LAN Adapter (Sony UWA-BR100* only).
The USB Wireless LAN Adapter may not be available in some regions/countries.
* As of November 2010.
Turn the unit off before connecting the extension cable or inserting the USB Wireless LAN Adapter.
After inserting the USB Wireless LAN Adapter to the base and connecting the extension cable to the
(USB) port (front or rear), turn the unit on again.
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• The placement distance between the USB Wireless LAN Adapter and your wireless LAN router differs based on
your usage environment. If the system cannot connect to the network or the network connection is unstable, move
the USB Wireless LAN Adapter to a different position or place the USB Wireless LAN Adapter and the wireless
LAN router closer to each other.
• You can also get information for network settings from the following Sony support page:
For customers in the U.S.:
For customers in Canada:
For customers in Mexico and Latin America:
http://esupport.sony.com/LA
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4
Perform the [Easy Setup]. Follow the
on-screen instructions to make the
basic settings using C/X/x/c, and
Step 4: Performing the
Easy Setup
.
Depending on the connection method
(page 15), perform the following setting.
• HDMI cable connection: Follow the
instructions that are displayed on the TV
screen.
Before performing Step 4
Make sure all connections are secure, and then
connect the AC power cord (mains lead).
Follow the Steps below to make the basic
adjustments for using the system.
Displayed items vary depending on the country
model.
• Video cord connection: Select [16:9] or
[4:3] so that the picture is displayed
correctly.
To recall the Easy Setup Display
1
Press HOME.
"/1
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2
3
Press C/c to select
Press X/x to select [Easy Setup], then
press
[Setup].
.
C/X/x/c,
4
Press C/c to select [Start], then press
.
HOME
The Easy Setup Display appears.
1
2
3
Turn on the TV.
Press [/1.
Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the system
appears on the TV screen.
The Easy Setup Display for OSD language
selection appears.
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Step 5: Selecting the
Source
You can select the playback source.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
FUNCTION
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the
desired function appears in the front panel
display.
Each time you press FUNCTION, the function
changes as follows.
“BD/DVD” t “FM” t “HDMI1” t
“HDMI2” t “TV” t “AUDIO” t “BD/
DVD” t …
Function
Source
“BD/DVD”
Disc, USB device, iPod/iPhone, or
network device to be played by the
system
“FM”
FM radio (page 36)
“HDMI1”/
“HDMI2”
Component that is connected to
the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2)
jack on the rear panel (page 17)
“TV”
Component (TV, etc.) that is
connected to the TV (DIGITAL
IN OPTICAL) jack on the rear
panel, or a TV compatible with the
Audio Return Channel function
that is connected to the HDMI
(OUT) jack on the rear panel
“AUDIO”
Component that is connected to
the AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R)
jacks on the rear panel (page 17)
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Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound
After performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy surround sound. You
can also select pre-programmed surround settings that are tailored to different kinds of sound sources.
They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
X/x/c,
OPTIONS
Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference
The setting method differs depending on the function.
When playing via the “BD/DVD”* or “FM” function
1
Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen.
2
3
Press X/x to select [Surround Setting], then press
.
Press X/x repeatedly until the surround setting you want appears on the TV screen.
See the table below for surround sound setting descriptions.
4
Press
.
The setting is made.
* Surround sound settings do not apply to Internet content.
When playing via the “HDMI1,” “HDMI2,” “TV,” or “AUDIO” function
1
Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears in the front panel display.
2
3
Press X/x repeatedly until “SUR. SET” appears in the front panel display, then press
or c.
Press X/x repeatedly until the surround setting you want appears in the front panel
display.
See the table below for surround sound setting descriptions.
4
5
Press
.
The setting is made.
Press OPTIONS.
The option menu in the front panel display turns off.
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• When the home menu is displayed on the TV screen, this setting can be changed by selecting the surround setting
About speaker output of each surround setting
The table below describes the options when you connect all the speakers to the unit.
The default setting is [A.F.D. Multi] (“A.F.D. MULTI”).
Sound from
Surround setting
Effect
Depending on the source.
[A.F.D. Standard]
“A.F.D. STD”
The system discriminates the sound format of the source and
presents sound as it was recorded/encoded.
(AUTO FORMAT
DIRECT STANDARD)
[A.F.D. Multi]
“A.F.D. MULTI”
(AUTO FORMAT
DIRECT MULTI)
• 2 channel source: The system simulates surround sound
from 2 channel sources and outputs sound from the 5.1
channel speakers by duplicating 2 channel source sound
across each speaker.
• Multi-channel source: The system outputs sound from the
speakers depending on the number of channels of the
source.
• [Dolby Pro Logic]
“PRO LOGIC”
• 2 channel source: The system simulates surround sound
from 2 channel sources and outputs sound from the 5.1
channel speakers.
• [Dolby PL II Movie]
“PLII MOVIE”
– [Dolby Pro Logic] (“PRO LOGIC”) performs Dolby Pro
Logic decoding.
– [Dolby PL II Movie] (“PLII MOVIE”) performs Dolby
Pro Logic II movie mode decoding.
• Multi-channel source: The system outputs sound from the
speakers depending on the number of channels of the
source.
• [DTS Neo:6
Cinema]
“NEO6 CIN”
• [DTS Neo:6 Music]
“NEO6 MUS”
• 2 channel source: The system simulates surround sound
from 2 channel sources and produces 6.1 channel sound.
– [DTS Neo:6 Cinema] (“NEO6 CIN”) performs DTS
Neo:6 Cinema mode decoding.
– [DTS Neo:6 Music] (“NEO6 MUS”) performs DTS
Neo:6 Music mode decoding.
• Multi-channel source: The system outputs sound from the
speakers depending on the number of channels of the
source.
[2ch Stereo]
“2CH ST.”
The system outputs the sound from the front speakers and
subwoofer regardless of sound format or number of channels.
Multi-channel surround formats are downmixed to 2
channels.
• 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 the optimum mode is automatically selected. To avoid cutting the sound, select [A.F.D.
Standard] (“A.F.D. STD”).
• When bilingual broadcast sound is input, [Dolby Pro Logic] (“PRO LOGIC”) and [Dolby PL II Movie] (“PLII
MOVIE”) are not effective.
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• Depending on the input stream, the surround settings may not be effective.
• When you play a Super Audio CD, surround settings are not activated.
• For functions other than “BD/DVD,” you can check whether [Dolby Pro Logic] (“PRO LOGIC”), [Dolby PL II
Movie] (“PLII MOVIE”), or the DTS Neo:6 mode is activated by pressing DISPLAY repeatedly so that the stream
information/decoding status appears in the front panel display.
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2
3
Prepare for BD-LIVE (BD-LIVE only).
• Connect the system to a network
Playback
• Set [BD Internet Connection] to [Allow]
Playing a Disc
For playable discs, see “Playable Discs”
Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/
BD-LIVE.
The operation method differs depending on
the disc. Refer to the operating instructions
of the disc.
1
2
Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the system
appears on your TV screen.
Press Z, and place a disc on the disc
tray.
• To delete data in the USB memory, select [Erase BD
Data] in [Video], and press . All data stored in
the buda folder will be deleted.
Enjoying Blu-ray 3D
You can enjoy Blu-ray 3D Discs with the 3D
logo*.
*
1
Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc playback.
3
Press Z to close the disc tray.
• Connect the system to your 3D-
compatible TV using a High-Speed
HDMI cable (supplied with BDV-T28
only).
• Set [3D Output Setting] and [TV Screen
Size Setting for 3D] in [Screen Settings]
appears on the home menu and playback
starts.
If playback does not start automatically,
select
in the
[Video],
[Music], or
.
[Photo] category, and press
Enjoying BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE
2
Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc.
The operation method differs depending on
the disc. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the disc.
Some BD-ROMs with “BD-LIVE Logo*” have
bonus content and other data that can be
downloaded for enjoyment.
*
• Refer also to the operating instructions of your 3D-
compatible TV.
1
Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port on the rear of the unit.
For local storage, use a 1 GB or larger USB
memory.
Rear panel
USB memory
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Displaying the play information
Playing from a USB
Device
You can check the playback information, etc.,
by pressing DISPLAY.
The displayed information differs depending on
the disc type and system status.
You can play video/music/photo files on the
connected USB device.
For playable types of files, see “Playable Types
Example: when playing a BD-ROM
1
Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port on the unit.
Refer to the operating instructions of the
USB device before connecting.
Rear panel
A
B
C
D
Output resolution/Video frequency
Title number or name
USB device
Front panel
The currently selected audio setting
Available functions (
subtitle)
angle,
audio,
E
Playback information
Displays play mode, playing status bar, disc
type, video codec, bit rate, repeat type, elapsed
time, total playing time
USB device*
* Mexican and Latin American models only.
F
G
Chapter number
2
Press HOME.
The currently selected angle
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
3
4
Press C/c to select
[Video],
[Music], or [Photo].
(For U.S. and Canada models)
Press X/x to select [USB device],
then press
.
(For Mexican and Latin American
models)
Press X/x to select
[USB device
(front)] or [USB device (rear)], then
press
.
• Do not remove the USB device during
operation. To avoid data corruption or damage
to the USB device, turn the system off when
connecting or removing the USB device.
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TV
Enjoying an iPod/iPhone
Rear panel
You can enjoy the music/video*/photo* and
charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the
system.
VIDEO IN
* U.S. and Canada models only.
Dock for
iPod/iPhone
Compatible iPod/iPhone models
The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as
follows. Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest
software before using with the system.
USB cable (supplied)
Made for iPod touch 4th generation, iPod touch
3rd generation, iPod touch 2nd generation, iPod
touch 1st generation, iPod nano 6th generation,
iPod nano 5th generation (video camera), iPod
nano 4th generation (video), iPod nano 3rd
generation (video), iPod nano 2nd generation
(aluminum), iPod nano 1st generation, iPod 5th
generation (video), iPod classic, iPhone 4,
iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPhone
USB
DE
Video cord (supplied)
(For other models)
Connect the iPod/iPhone to the
(USB) port on the unit with the iPod/
iPhone’s USB cable.
To enjoy an iPod/iPhone via the
system
1
(For U.S. and Canada models)
Connect the Dock for iPod/iPhone
Rear panel
(supplied) to the
(USB) port on the
unit, then place the iPod/iPhone onto
the Dock for iPod/iPhone.
When you play a video/photo file, connect
the video out jack of the Dock for iPod/
iPhone to the video input jack of your TV
with a video cord (supplied) before placing
the iPod/iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/
iPhone.
USB cable that is connected
to the iPod/iPhone
Front panel
USB cable that is connected
to the iPod/iPhone
2
Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
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3
4
Press C/c to select
[Video]*,
To operate the iPod/iPhone using
the remote
You can operate the iPod/iPhone using the
buttons on the remote. The following table
shows an example of buttons that can be used.
(Depending on the iPod/iPhone model, the
operation may be different.)
[Music], or [Photo]*.
* U.S. and Canada models only.
(For U.S. and Canada models)
Press X/x to select [iPod], then
press
.
(For Other models)
Press X/x to select [iPod (front)] or
For
[Video]*/
[Music]
[iPod (rear)], then press
.
Press
Operation
x If you selected [Video]* or [Music] in
Step 3
N
Starts play.
X
Pauses play.
The video/music files are listed on the TV
screen. Go to the next Step.
x
Stops play.
m or M
. or >
Fast reverses or forwards.
x If you selected [Photo] in Step 3*
[Please change the TV input to the video
input...] appears on the TV screen. Switch
the input selector on your TV so that the
signal from the iPod/iPhone appears on
your TV screen. Then, start the slideshow
by operating the iPod/iPhone directly.
* U.S. and Canada models only.
Goes to the previous/next file or
chapter (if any).
For
[Photo]*
Press
Operation
N, X
Starts/pauses play.
When you press and hold either of
these buttons for several seconds,
the connected iPod/iPhone enters
sleep mode.
5
Press C/X/x/c and
to select the file
that you want to play.
x
Pauses play.
The sound from the iPod/iPhone is played
on the system.
When you play a video file, switch the input
selector on your TV so that the signal from
the iPod/iPhone appears on your TV screen.
(U.S. and Canada models only)
m or M
. or >
Fast reverses or forwards.
Goes to the previous/next file.
When you press and hold either of
these buttons, the connected iPod/
iPhone fast reverses or fast forwards.
DISPLAY
Turns the backlight on (or extends it
for 30 seconds).
You can operate the iPod/iPhone using the
buttons on the remote.
OPTIONS, C Returns to previous display/folder
For operation details, refer to the operating
instructions of the iPod/iPhone.
hierarchy.
X/x
, c
Selects the previous/next item.
Enters the selected item.
• To change a system setting, such as the surround
setting, while viewing images from your iPod/iPhone
on your TV, select the input on your TV for this
system before operating the system. (U.S. and
Canada models only.)
* U.S. and Canada models only.
• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the
system while the system is turned on.
• You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod/iPhone from
this system.
• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that
data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when
using an iPod/iPhone connected to this unit.
• This product has been designed specifically to work
with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to meet
Apple performance standards.
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• Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during operation. To
avoid data corruption or damage to the iPod/iPhone,
turn the system off when connecting or removing the
iPod/iPhone.
To use the control panel
The control panel appears when the video file
starts playing. The displayed items may differ
depending on Internet content providers.
To display again, press DISPLAY.
• The system only recognizes iPods/iPhones that have
previously been connected to the system (Mexican
and Latin American model only).
• The System Audio Control function does not work
while playing video/photo files via the iPod/iPhone
(U.S. and Canada models only).
• When you connect an iPod that is not compatible with
the video output function and select [iPod] in
[Video] or [Photo], an alert message appears on the
TV screen (U.S. and Canada models only).
• The system can recognize up to 3,000 files (including
folders).
A
B
Control display
Press C/X/x/c or
for playback operations.
Playing status bar
Status bar, cursor indicating the current
position, playing time, duration of the video
file
Playing via a Network
C Network condition indicator
Indicates signal strength for a wireless
connection.
Indicates a wired connection.
Streaming BRAVIA Internet
Video
D
E
F
Network transmission speed
The next video file name
BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway
delivering selected Internet content and a variety
of on-demand entertainment straight to your
unit.
The currently selected video file name
• For customers in the U.S. and Canada:
Some Internet content requires registration via a PC
before it can be played. For further details, visit the
following website:
1
Prepare for BRAVIA Internet Video.
2
3
Press C/c to select
[Video],
[Music], or [Photo].
Press X/x to select an Internet content
provider icon, then press
.
If the Internet content list has not been
retrieved, it will be represented by an
unacquired icon or a new icon.
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Items
Details
Available Options
Various settings and playback operations are
available by pressing OPTIONS. The available
items differ depending on the situation.
[Video Settings]
• [Picture Quality Mode]:
Selects the picture settings
for different lighting
environments.
• [FNR]: Reduces the random
noise appearing in the
picture.
Common options
• [BNR]: Reduces the
mosaic-like block noise in
the picture.
Items
Details
[Surround Setting]
Changes the surround setting
• [MNR]: Reduces minor
noise around the picture
outlines (mosquito noise).
[Repeat Setting]
[3D Menu]
Sets repeat playback.
[3D Depth Adjustment]:
Adjusts the depth of 3D
images.
[Pause]
Pauses playback.
[Top Menu]
Displays the BD’s or DVD’s
Top Menu.
[Favorites List]
[Play/Stop]
Displays the Favorites List.
Starts or stops playback.
[Menu/Popup Menu] Displays the BD-ROM’s
Pop-up Menu or DVD’s
menu.
[Play from beginning] Plays the item from the
beginning.
[Title Search]
Searches for a title on BD-
ROMs/DVD VIDEOs and
starts playback from the
beginning.
[Add to Favorites]
Adds an Internet content item
to the Favorites List.
[Remove from
Favorites]
Erases an Internet content
item from the Favorites List.
[Chapter Search]
[Angle]
Searches for a chapter and
starts playback from the
beginning.
[Video] only
Switches to other viewing
angles when multi-angles are
recorded on BD-ROMs/DVD
VIDEOs.
Items
Details
[A/V SYNC]
Adjusts the gap between
picture and sound. For
details, see “Adjusting the
[IP Content Noise
Reduction]
Adjusts the video quality for
Internet content.
[Music] only
[3D Output Setting] Sets whether or not to output
3D video automatically.
Items
Details
[Add Slideshow
BGM]
Registers music files in the
USB memory as slideshow
background music (BGM).
• 3D video from the HDMI
(IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack
is output regardless of this
setting.
[Shuffle Setting]
(iPod/iPhone only)
Sets shuffle playback.
[Photo] only
Items
Details
[Slideshow]
Starts a slideshow.
Changes the slideshow speed.
[Slideshow Speed]
[Slideshow Effect]
Sets the effect when playing a
slideshow.
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When playing via the “HDMI1,”
“HDMI2,” “TV,” or “AUDIO”
function
Items
Details
[Slideshow BGM]
• [Off]: Turns off the
function.
• [My Music from USB]: Sets
the music files registered in
[Add Slideshow BGM].
• [Play from Music CD]: Sets
the tracks on CD-DAs
(music CDs).
1
Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears in the front panel
display.
2
3
Press X/x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC”
appears in the front panel display, then
[Rotate Left]
Rotates the photo
counterclockwise by
90 degrees.
press
or c.
Press X/x to adjust the delay between
the picture and sound.
[Rotate Right]
[View Image]
Rotates the photo clockwise
by 90 degrees.
You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms in 25
ms increments.
Displays the selected picture.
4
5
Press
.
The setting is made.
Adjusting the delay between
the picture and sound
(A/V SYNC)
Press OPTIONS.
The option menu in the front panel display
turns off.
When 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 depending on the
function.
• Depending on the input stream, A/V SYNC may not
be effective.
When playing video content via
the “BD/DVD” function
1
Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen.
2
3
Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC], then
press
.
Press C/c to adjust the delay between
the picture and sound.
You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms in 25
ms increments.
4
Press
.
The setting is made.
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Selecting the Audio
Format, Multilingual
Tracks, or Channel
When the system is playing a BD/DVD VIDEO
recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM,
Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS) or
multilingual tracks, you can change the audio
format or language.
Sound Adjustment
Selecting the Effect to
Suit the Source
You can select a suitable sound mode for movies
or music.
With a CD, you can select the sound from the
right or left channel and listen to the sound of the
selected channel through both the right and left
speakers.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
SOUND
MODE +/–
AUDIO
Press SOUND MODE +/– repeatedly during
playback until the desired mode appears in
the front panel display.
• “AUTO”: The system selects “MOVIE” or
“MUSIC” automatically to produce the sound
effect depending on the disc or sound stream.
• “MOVIE”: The system provides the sound for
movies.
Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to
select the desired audio signal.
The audio information appears on the TV
screen.
• “MUSIC”: The system provides the sound for
music.
• “SPORTS”: The system adds reverberation for
sports programs.
x BD/DVD VIDEO
Depending on the BD/DVD VIDEO, the choice
of language varies.
When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a
language code. See “Language Code List”
(page 64) to confirm which language the code
represents. When the same language is
displayed two or more times, the BD/DVD
VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats.
• “GAME ROCK”: The system provides the
sound for music/rhythm games.
• Depending on the disc or source, when you select
“AUTO,” the beginning of the sound may be cut off
as the system selects the optimum mode
automatically. To avoid cutting the sound, select
other than “AUTO.”
• Depending on the input stream, the sound mode may
not be effective.
• When you play a Super Audio CD, this function does
not work.
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x DVD-VR
The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are
displayed.
Example:
Enjoying Multiplex
Broadcast Sound
(DUAL MONO)
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when
the system receives or plays a Dolby Digital
multiplex broadcast signal.
• [ Stereo]
• [ Stereo (Audio1)]
• [ Stereo (Audio2)]
• [ Main]
• [ Sub]
• [ Main/Sub]
• To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to
connect a TV or other component to the unit with a
compatible with the Audio Return Channel function
via an HDMI cable.
• [ Stereo (Audio1)] and [ Stereo (Audio2)] do not
appear when only one audio stream is recorded on the
disc.
x CD
• [ Stereo]: The standard stereo sound.
• [ 1/L]: The sound of the left channel
(monaural).
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
• [ 2/R]: The sound of the right channel
(monaural).
AUDIO
• [ L+R]: The sound of both the left and right
channels output from each individual speaker.
Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired
signal appears in the front panel display.
• “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be
output.
• “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be
output.
• “MAIN/SUB”: Mixed sound of both the main
and sub languages will be output.
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3
Adjust the volume by pressing
VOL +/–.
Tuner
If an FM program is noisy
If an FM program is noisy, you can select
monaural reception. There will be no stereo
effect, but reception will improve.
Listening to the Radio
You can enjoy radio sound with the system’s
speakers.
1
Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen.
"/1
2
3
Press X/x to select [FM Mode], then
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Number
buttons
press
.
FUNCTION
Press X/x to select [Monaural].
• [Stereo]: Stereo reception.
• [Monaural]: Monaural reception.
C/X/x/c,
OPTIONS
4
Press
.
HOME
PRESET +/–
The setting is made.
TUNING +/–
To turn off the radio
x
Press "/1.
VOL +/–
Current station
Presetting radio stations
Current preset number
You can preset up to 20 stations. Before tuning,
make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.
FM 07
1
2
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
appears in the front panel display.
88.00 MHz
Press and hold TUNING +/– until the
auto scanning starts.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a
station.
1
2
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
appears in the front panel display.
3
Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen.
Select the radio station.
4
5
6
Press X/x to select [Preset Memory],
then press
Press X/x to select the preset number
you want, then press
.
Automatic tuning
Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto
scanning starts.
.
[Auto Tuning] appears on the TV screen.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a
station.
Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to store other
stations.
To change the preset number
To stop the automatic tuning manually,
press TUNING +/– or x.
Select the desired preset number by pressing
PRESET +/–, then perform the procedure from
Step 3.
Manual tuning
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly.
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Selecting the preset station
1
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
appears in the front panel display.
The last received station is tuned in.
2
Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select
the preset station.
The preset number and frequency appear on
the TV screen and front panel display.
Each time you press the button, the system
tunes in one preset station.
• You can select the preset station number directly
by pressing the number buttons.
• Each time you press DISPLAY, the display in
the front panel display changes as follows:
Frequency t Preset number t
Stream information/Decoding status* t
Frequency t …
* Does not appear depending on the setting of
[Surround Setting].
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You can use the System Audio Control function
as follows:
Other Operations
• When the system is turned on, the sound of the
TV or other components can be output from
the speakers of the system.
• When sound from the TV or other components
is output via the speakers of the system, you
can change the speakers to which TV sound is
output by pressing
Using the Control for
HDMI Function for
“BRAVIA” Sync
This function is available on TVs with the
“BRAVIA” Sync function.
By connecting Sony components that are
compatible with the Control for HDMI function
via an HDMI cable, operation is simplified.
SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO.
• When sound from the TV or other components
is output via the speakers of the system, you
can adjust the volume and turn off the sound of
the system by operating the TV.
• While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode,
or the system is playing video/photo files from the
iPod/iPhone, the System Audio Control function will
not work.
• Some functions can only be used if the connected TV
is compatible, and require prior setting via the TV.
Refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
• To use the System Audio Control function, you need
to make an audio connection between the system and
• Depending on the TV, when you adjust the unit’s
volume, the volume level appears on the TV screen.
In this case, the volume level that appears on the TV
screen and the unit’s front panel display may differ.
Using “BRAVIA” Sync
Audio Return Channel
You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using
just one HDMI cable. For details of the setting,
Control for HDMI - Easy Setting
You can set the system’s [Control for HDMI]
function automatically by enabling the
corresponding setting on the TV.
For details about the Control for HDMI
function, see “[HDMI Settings]” (page 51)
Remote Easy Control
You can control the basic functions of the
system via the TV remote when the system’s
video output is displayed on the TV screen.
System Power Off
You can turn the system off in sync with the TV.
Language Follow
When you change the language for the on-screen
display of the TV, the system’s on-screen
display language is also changed after turning
the system off and on.
• The system does not turn off automatically while
playing music or when set to the “FM” function.
One-Touch Play
Routing Control
When you press N on the remote, the system
and your TV turn on, and your TV’s input is set
to the HDMI input to which the system is
connected.
When you perform One-Touch Play on the
connected component, the system turns on and
sets the system’s function to “HDMI1” or
“HDMI2” (depending on the HDMI input jack
in use), and your TV’s input is automatically set
to the HDMI input to which the system is
connected.
System Audio Control
You can simplify operation to enjoy sound from
the TV or other components.
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x [Distance]
• 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 to
on.
When you move the speakers, be sure to set the
parameters of the distance (A) from the
listening position to the speakers.
You can set the parameters from 0 to 23 feet (0.0
to 7.0 meters).
The speakers in the illustration correspond to the
following:
Setting the Speakers
[Speaker Settings]
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set
connection of the speakers and their distance
from your listening position. Then use the test
tone to adjust the level and the balance of the
speakers to the same level.
1Center speaker
2Front left speaker (L)
3Front right speaker (R)
4Subwoofer
5Surround left speaker (L)
6Surround right speaker (R)
1
Press HOME.
1
2
3
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2
3
Press C/c to select
Press X/x to select [Audio Settings],
then press
Press X/x to select [Speaker Settings],
then press
[Setup].
4
.
A
4
.
The [Speaker Settings] display appears.
5
Press X/x to select the item, then press
.
A
5
6
Check the following settings.
[Front Left/Right] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the front
speaker distance.
[Center]* 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the center speaker
distance.
[Surround Left/Right]* 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the
surround speaker distance.
[Subwoofer] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the subwoofer
distance.
x [Connection]
If you do not connect center or surround
speakers, set the parameters for [Center] and
[Surround]. Since the front speaker and
subwoofer settings are fixed, you cannot change
them.
[Front]
* This item appears when you set it to [Yes] in the
[Connection] setting.
[Yes]
[Center]
[Yes]: Normally select this.
[None]: Select this if no center speaker is used.
• Depending on the input stream, [Distance] may not
be effective.
[Surround]
[Yes]: Normally select this.
[None]: Select this if no surround speaker is
used.
• You can change measurement units (feet or meters)
by pressing the color button (RED).
[Subwoofer]
x [Level]
[Yes]
You can adjust the sound level of the speakers.
You can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to +6.0
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dB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy
adjustment.
Using the Sleep Timer
You can set the system to turn off at a preset
time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.
The time can be preset in intervals of 10
minutes.
[Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the front speaker
level.
[Center]* 0.0 dB: Set the center speaker level.
[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 [Yes] in the
[Connection] setting.
Press SLEEP.
Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display
(the remaining time) in the front panel display
changes by 10 minutes.
x [Test Tone]
The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust
[Level].
When you set the sleep timer, the remaining
time appears every 5 minutes.
When the remaining time is less than 2 minutes,
“SLEEP” flashes in the front panel display.
[Off]: The test tone is not emitted from the
speakers.
To check the remaining time
[On]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker
in sequence while adjusting level. When you
select one of the [Speaker Settings] items, the
test tone is emitted from each speaker in
sequence.
Press SLEEP once.
To change the remaining time
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired
time.
Adjust the sound level as follows.
1
2
Set [Test Tone] to [On].
Press X/x to select [Level], then press
.
Deactivating the Buttons
on the Unit
3
4
Press X/x to select the desired speaker
type, then press
.
(Child Lock)
Press C/c to select the left or right
speaker, then press X/x to adjust the
level.
You can deactivate the buttons on the unit
(except for "/1) for preventing misoperation,
such as child mischief (child lock function).
5
6
7
Press
.
Press x on the unit for more than 5
seconds.
Repeat Steps 3 to 5.
Press RETURN.
“LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.
The child lock function is activated and the
buttons on the unit are locked. (You can operate
the system by using the remote.)
To cancel, press x for more than 5 seconds so
that “UNLOCK” appears in the front panel
display.
The system returns to the previous display.
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9
Press X/x to select [Test Tone], then
press
.
Press X/x to select [Off], then press
.
• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI
(OUT) jack.
• When you operate the buttons on the unit while the
child lock function is on, “LOCKED” flashes in the
front panel display.
• To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time,
press VOL +/–.
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Controlling Your TV with Changing the Brightness
the Supplied Remote
By adjusting the remote signal, you can control
of the Front Panel
Display
your TV with the supplied remote.
Press DIMMER.
Each time you press DIMMER, the brightness of
the front panel display is changed.
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the
code number may reset itself to the default (SONY)
setting. Reset the appropriate code number.
Preparing the remote for
controlling the TV
Saving Power in Standby
Mode
Press and hold TV "/1 while entering your
TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table)
using the number buttons. Then release TV
"/1.
Check that the following settings are both made:
– [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] is set
If the setting is unsuccessful, the currently
registered code is not changed. Re-enter the
code number.
Code numbers of controllable
TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try
entering them one at a time until you find the
code that works with your TV.
Manufacturer
SONY
Code number
01 (default)
LG
02
PANASONIC
SAMSUNG
SHARP
05
02, 06
03
TOSHIBA
VIZIO
04
07
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Internet Browser display
Browsing Websites
You can connect to the Internet and enjoy
websites like the Sony homepage using the
system.
You can check website information by pressing
DISPLAY. The display information differs
depending on the website and page status.
1
2
Prepare for Internet browsing.
Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
3
4
Press C/c to select
Press X/x to select [Internet Browser],
then press
The [Internet Browser] display appears.
[Network].
.
A
B
Page title
• Some websites may not display correctly, or not
function.
Cursor
Move by pressing C/X/x/c. Place the cursor
on the link you want to view, then press
The linked website is displayed.
.
To enter a URL
Select [URL entry] from the options menu.
Enter the URL using the software keyboard,
then select [Enter].
C
D
Page address
SSL icon
Appears when the linked URL is secured.
To set the default start page
While the page you want to set is displayed,
select [Set as start page] from the options menu.
E
F
G
H
Signal strength indicator
Appears when the system is connected to a
wireless network.
Progress bar/Loading icon
Appears when the page is being read, or during
file download/transfer.
To return to the previous page
Select [Previous page] from the options menu. If
the previous page does not appear even if you
select [Previous page], select [Window List]
from the options menu and select the page you
want to return to from the list.
Text input field
Press , then choose [Input] from the options
menu to open the software keyboard.
Scroll bar
Press C/X/x/c to move the page display left,
up, down, or right.
To quit Internet Browser
Press HOME.
Available options
Various settings and operations are available by
pressing OPTIONS.
The available items differ depending on the
situation.
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Items
Details
Setting up the Network
[Internet Settings]
Before setting, connect the system to the
network. For details, see “Step 3: Connecting to
[Browser Setup]
Displays the Internet Browser
settings.
• [Zoom]: Increases or
decreases the size of the
displayed contents.
• [JavaScript Setup]: Sets
whether to enable or disable
JavaScript.
To open the setting display
• [Cookie Setup]: Sets
whether or not to accept
browser cookies.
1
Press HOME.
• [SSL Alarm Display]: Sets
whether to enable or disable
SSL.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
[Input]
Displays the software
keyboard to enter characters
while browsing a website.
[Break]
[Delete]
Moves the cursor to the next
line in the text input field.
HOME
Erases one character on the
left side of the cursor during
text input.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
Press C/c to select [Setup].
[Window List]
Displays a list of all currently
opened websites.
2
3
Allows you to return to a
previously displayed website
by selecting the window.
[Bookmark List]
Displays the bookmark list.
[Character encoding] Sets the character code.
[Previous page]
Moves to a previously
displayed page.
[Next page]
Moves to the previously
displayed next page.
[Cancel loading]
[Reload]
Stops loading a page.
Reloads the same page.
Press X/x to select [Network Settings],
then press
.
[URL entry]
Allows you to enter a URL
when the software keyboard
is displayed.
[Add to Bookmark]
[Set as start page]
Adds the currently displayed
website to the bookmark list.
Sets the currently displayed
website as the default start
page.
[Open in new
window]
Opens a link in a new
window.
[Display certificate] Displays server certificates
sent from pages that support
SSL.
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4
Press X/x to select [Internet Settings],
then press
The [Internet Settings] display appears.
4
5
Press X/x to select [Save & Connect],
then press
.
.
The system starts checking the network
connection.
Check that the message [Internet
Settings is now complete.] appears,
then press
.
The setup is finished. If the message does
not appear, follow the on-screen messages.
Manual setting
1
Press X/x to select [Wired Setup] on
the [Internet Settings] display, then
• The [Internet Settings] items are necessary to connect
to the Internet. Enter the respective (alphanumeric)
values for your broadband router or Wireless LAN
router. The items that need to be set may differ,
depending on the Internet service provider or the
router. For details, refer to the instruction manuals
that have been provided by your Internet service
provider or supplied with the router.
press
Press X/x to select [Custom], then
press
Press X/x to select the network setting
type, then press
.
2
3
.
.
• [Auto]: The system sets the IP address
automatically, and the [DNS Settings]
display appears.
• For more information, go to the following URL.
For customers in the U.S.:
When you select [Auto] and press
system sets the DNS setting
automatically.
, the
For customers in Canada:
When you select [Specify IP address] and
press
, enter the DNS settings
manually.
For customers in Mexico and Latin America:
http://esupport.sony.com/LA
Press C/X/x/c and the number buttons to
set the following items, then press
.
– [Primary DNS]
– [Secondary DNS]
When connecting to the LAN
with a LAN cable
• [Specify IP address]: Enter the network
settings manually according to your
network environment.
Press C/X/x/c and the number buttons to
set the following items, then press
Follow the Steps below for connecting to a LAN
(Local Area Network).
.
– [IP Address]
Auto setting
– [Subnet Mask]
1
Press X/x to select [Wired Setup] on
the [Internet Settings] display, then
– [Default Gateway]
– [Primary DNS]
press
.
– [Secondary DNS]
2
Press X/x to select [Auto], then press
.
The system performs the network setting
automatically, and internet settings appear
on the TV screen.
3
Press c.
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4
Press X/x to select the proxy server
setting, then press
4
Check that the message [Wi-Fi
Protected Setup was successful.]
appears, then press c.
.
• [No]: A proxy server is not used.
• [Yes]: Enter the proxy server setting.
Press C/X/x/c and the number buttons,
Setup of wireless LAN connectivity and the
IP address is finished.
Next, enter the proxy server setting. Follow
above.
then press
.
The value of the internet settings appears on
the TV screen.
5
6
Press c.
When your wireless router is not
compatible with the WPS
function
Press X/x to select [Save & Connect],
then press
.
The system starts checking the network
connection.
1
Press X/x to select [USB Wireless
Setup] on the [Internet Settings]
7
Check that the message [Internet
Settings is now complete.] appears,
display, then press
.
then press
.
2
Press X/x to select [Scan], then press
The setup is finished. If the message does
not appear, follow the on-screen messages.
.
The system searches for available wireless
LANs, then the list of wireless LANs
appears.
When connecting to the
wireless LAN with the USB
Wireless LAN Adapter
3
Press X/x to select the wireless LAN
name, then press
.
x When the selected wireless LAN is
unsecured
Follow the Steps below for connecting to a
wireless LAN (Local Area Network).
Setup of wireless LAN connectivity is
finished. Next, enter the IP address settings
the LAN with a LAN cable” above.
When your wireless router is
compatible with the WPS
function
x When the selected wireless LAN is
secured
The display for entering a WEP or WPA
key appears. Go to Step 5.
1
Press X/x to select [USB Wireless
Setup] on the [Internet Settings]
display, then press
Press X/x to select [Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS)], then press
.
2
3
x To specify the wireless LAN name
Select [Manual Entry].
.
Activate the WPS function of your
wireless router, press X/x to select
The input display appears. Enter the
wireless LAN name by following the on-
screen messages, then press c.
[Start], then press
.
For details about activating the WPS
function, see the operating instructions of
your router.
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4
Press X/x to select the security mode,
then press
WEP
.
WEP applies security to communications to
prevent outsiders from intercepting
communications or intruding into your wireless
network. WEP is a legacy security technology
that enables older device which do not support
TKIP/AES to be connected.
• [None]: Select this if the wireless LAN is
unsecured. Setup of wireless LAN
connectivity is finished. Next, enter the IP
address settings by following the Steps of
LAN cable” above.
WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK
(TKIP)
TKIP is a security technology developed in
response to the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP
assures a higher security level than WEP.
• [WEP]: The wireless LAN is protected by
a WEP key.
• [WPA/WPA2-PSK]: The wireless LAN is
protected by a WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK.
• [WPA2-PSK]: The wireless LAN is
protected by a WPA2-PSK.
WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES)
AES is a security technology that uses an
advanced security method distinct from WEP
and TKIP.
AES assures a higher security level than WEP or
TKIP.
5
Enter the WEP key/WPA key by
following the on-screen messages,
then press c.
Setup of wireless LAN connectivity is
finished. Next, enter the IP address settings
the LAN with a LAN cable” above.
About wireless LAN security
Since communication via the wireless LAN
function is established by radio waves, the
wireless signal may be susceptible to
interception. To protect wireless
communication, this system supports various
security functions. Be sure to correctly
configure the security settings in accordance
with your network environment.
No Security
Although you can easily make settings, anyone
can intercept wireless communication or intrude
into your wireless network, even without any
sophisticated tools. Keep in mind that there is a
risk of unauthorized access or interception of
data.
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Icon
Explanation
Makes the audio settings
Settings and Adjustments
according to the type of
connecting jacks.
Using the Setup Display
You can make various adjustments of items such
Makes detailed settings for BD/
as picture and sound.
DVD playback.
Select
(Setup) on the home menu when you
Makes detailed settings for the
need to change the settings of the system.
The default settings are underlined.
Parental Control function.
Makes detailed settings for
Super Audio CD playback.
• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over
the Setup Display settings and not all the functions
described may work.
Makes the system-related
settings.
1
2
Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
Makes detailed settings for
Internet and network.
Press C/c to select
[Setup].
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make
the basic settings.
Resets the system to the factory
settings.
3
Press X/x to select the setup category
[Network Update]
icon to change, then press
.
Example: [Screen Settings]
You can update and improve the functions of the
system.
You can setup the following options.
For information about update functions, refer to
the following website:
Icon
Explanation
Updates the software of the
system.
For customers in the U.S.:
Makes the screen settings
according to the type of
connecting jacks.
For customers in Canada:
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x [DVD Aspect Ratio]
[Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture with black
bands on the top and bottom.
For customers in Mexico and Latin America:
http://esupport.sony.com/LA
During a software update, “UPDATING”
appears in the front panel display. After the
update completes, the main unit automatically
turns off. Please wait for the software update to
complete; do not turn the main unit on or off, or
operate the main unit or TV.
[Pan & Scan]: Displays a full-height picture on
the entire screen, with trimmed sides.
[Screen Settings]
x [3D Output Setting]
[Auto]: Normally select this.
x [Cinema Conversion Mode]
[Auto]: Normally select this. The unit
automatically detects whether the material is
video-based or film-based, and switches to the
appropriate conversion method.
[Video]: The conversion method suited for
video-based material will always be selected
regardless of the material.
[Off]: Select this to display all contents in 2D.
• 3D video from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack
is output regardless of this setting.
x [TV Screen Size Setting for 3D]
Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV.
x [Output Video Format]
• This setting does not apply to 3D video from the
HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack.
[HDMI]: Normally select [Auto]. Select
[Original Resolution] to output the resolution
recorded on the disc. (When the resolution is
lower than SD resolution, it is scaled up to SD
resolution.)
x [TV Type]
[16:9]: Select this when connecting to a wide-
screen TV or a TV with a wide-mode function.
[4:3]: Select this when connecting to a 4:3
screen TV without a wide-mode function.
[Video]: Automatically sets the lowest
resolution.
x [BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p Output]
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video
signals only when connecting a 1080/24p-
compatible TV using the HDMI (OUT) jack.
[Off]: Select this when your TV is not
compatible with 1080/24p video signals.
x [Screen Format]
[Original]: Select this when connecting to a TV
with a wide-mode function. Displays a 4:3
screen picture in 16:9 aspect ratio even on a
wide-screen TV.
[Fixed Aspect Ratio]: Changes the picture size
to fit the screen size with the original picture
aspect ratio.
x [YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)]
[Auto]: Automatically detects the type of
external device, and switches to the matching
color setting.
[YCbCr (4:2:2)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video
signals.
[YCbCr (4:4:4)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video
signals.
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[RGB]: Select this when connecting to a device
with an HDCP-compliant DVI jack.
[Off]: Normal input level.
x [Audio Output]
x [HDMI Deep Color Output]
[Auto]: Normally select this.
You can select the output method where the
audio signal is output.
[16bit], [12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 16bit/12bit/
10bit video signals when the connected TV is
compatible with Deep Color.
[Speaker]: Outputs multi-channel sound from
the system’s speakers only.
[Off]: Select this when the picture is unstable or
colors appear unnatural.
[Speaker + HDMI]: Outputs multi-channel
sound from the system’s speakers and 2-channel
linear PCM signals from the HDMI (OUT) jack.
[HDMI]: Outputs sound from the HDMI (OUT)
jack only. Sound format depends on the
connected component.
x [Pause Mode] (BD/DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/
DVD-RW only)
[Auto]: The picture, including subjects that
move dynamically, is output with no jitter.
Normally select this position.
[Frame]: The picture, including subjects that do
not move dynamically, is output in high
resolution.
[Audio Output] is set to [Speaker + HDMI]
automatically and this setting cannot be changed.
• When [Audio Output] is set to [HDMI], the output
signal format for the “TV” function is 2-channel
linear PCM.
x [Sound Effect]
You can set the system’s sound effects (SOUND
MODE and [Surround Setting]) to on/off.
[Audio Settings]
x [BD Audio MIX Setting]
[On]: Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the
interactive audio and secondary audio to the
primary audio.
[On]: Enables all of the system’s sound effects.
The upper limit of sampling frequency is set to
48 kHz.
[Off]: Outputs the primary audio only.
[Off]: The sound effects are disabled. Select this
when you do not want to set the upper limit of
sampling frequency.
x [Audio DRC]
You can compress the dynamic range of the
sound track.
x [Surround Setting]
You can select the surround setting. For details,
[Auto]: Performs playback at the dynamic range
specified by the disc (BD-ROM only).
[On]: The system reproduces the sound track
with the kind of dynamic range that the
recording engineer intended.
x [Speaker Settings]
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set
the speakers. For details, see “Setting the
[Off]: No compression of dynamic range.
x [Attenuate - AUDIO]
Distortion may occur when you listen to a
component connected to the AUDIO (AUDIO
IN L/R) jacks. You can prevent distortion by
reducing the input level on the unit.
[On]: Attenuates the input level. The output
level is changed.
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[BD/DVD Viewing
Settings]
[Parental Control
Settings]
You can make detailed settings for BD/DVD
playback.
x [Password]
Set or change the password for the Parental
Control function. A password allows you to set
a restriction on BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, or
Internet video playback. If necessary, you can
differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs
and DVD VIDEOs.
x [BD/DVD Menu]
You can select the default menu language for
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
When you select [Select Language Code], the
display for entering the language code appears.
Enter the code for your language by referring to
x [Parental Control Area Code]
Playback of some BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs
can be limited according to the geographic area.
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with
different scenes. Follow the on-screen
x [Audio]
You can select the default track language for
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
When you select [Original], the language given
priority in the disc is selected.
When you select [Select Language Code], the
display for entering the language code appears.
Enter the code for your language by referring to
instructions and enter your four-digit password.
x [BD Parental Control]
Playback of some BD-ROMs can be limited
according to the age of the users. Scenes may be
blocked or replaced with different scenes.
Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your
four-digit password.
x [Subtitle]
You can select the default subtitle language for
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
When you select [Select Language Code], the
display for entering the language code appears.
Enter the code for your language by referring to
x [DVD Parental Control]
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited
according to a predetermined level such as the
age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or
replaced with different scenes. Follow the
on-screen instructions and enter your four-digit
password.
x [BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer]
[BD]: Plays BD layer.
x [Internet Video Parental Control]
Playback of some Internet videos can be limited
according to the age of the users. Scenes may be
blocked or replaced with different scenes.
Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your
four-digit password.
[DVD/CD]: Plays DVD or CD layer.
x [BD Internet Connection]
[Allow]: Normally select this.
[Do not allow]: Prohibits Internet connection.
x [Internet Video Unrated]
[Allow]: Allows the playback of unrated
Internet videos.
[Block]: Blocks the playback of unrated Internet
videos.
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x [Auto Standby]
[Music Settings]
You can make detailed settings for Super Audio
[On]: Turns on the [Auto Standby] function.
When you do not operate the system for about
30 minutes, the system enters standby mode
automatically.
CD playback.
[Off]: Turns off the function.
x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer]
[Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD
layer.
x [Auto Display]
[On]: Automatically displays information on the
screen when changing the viewing titles, picture
modes, audio signals, etc.
[Off]: Displays information only when you
press DISPLAY.
[CD]: Plays the CD layer.
x [Super Audio CD Playback Channel]
[DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2ch area.
[DSD Multi]: Plays the multi-channel area.
x [Screen Saver]
[On]: Turns on the screen saver function.
[Off]: Off.
[System Settings]
You can make the system-related settings.
x [Software Update Notification]
[On]: Sets the system to inform you of newer
[Off]: Off.
x [OSD]
You can select your language for the system on-
screen displays.
x [System Information]
You can display the system’s software version
information and the MAC address.
x [HDMI Settings]
[Control for HDMI]
[On]: On. You can operate mutually between
components that are connected with an HDMI
cable.
[Off]: Off.
[Network Settings]
You can make detailed settings for Internet and
network.
[Audio Return Channel]
This function is available when you connect the
system and TV that is compatible with the Audio
Return Channel function.
[Auto]: The system can receive the digital audio
signal of the TV automatically via an HDMI
cable.
x [Internet Settings]
Connect the system to the network beforehand.
For details, see “Step 3: Connecting to the
[Off]: Off.
x [Network Connection Diagnostics]
You can run the network diagnostic to check if
the network connection has been made properly.
• This function is available only when [Control for
HDMI] is set to [On].
x [Quick Start Mode]
[On]: Shortens the startup time from standby
mode. You can operate the system quickly after
turning it on.
[Off]: The default setting.
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[Easy Setup]
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic
settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.
[Resetting]
x [Reset to Factory Default Settings]
You can reset the system settings to the factory
default by selecting the group of settings. All the
settings within the group will be reset.
x [Initialize Personal Information]
You can erase your personal information stored
in the system.
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On operation
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should
this occur, the system may not operate properly. In
this case, remove the disc and leave the system turned
on for about half an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
Additional Information
Precautions
On safety
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the system, or
place the system near water, such as near a bathtub or
shower room. Should any solid object or liquid fall
into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it
checked by qualified personnel before operating it
any further.
• When you move the system, take out any disc. If you
do not, the disc may be damaged.
• If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and
have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
On adjusting volume
• Do not touch the AC power cord (mains lead) with
wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.
• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section
with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level
section is suddenly played.
On power sources
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do
not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by
the cord.
On cleaning
• Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
On placement
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
• At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet
becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction.
However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do
not place the system in a confined space where
ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.
• Do not block the ventilation slots by putting anything
on the system. The system is equipped with a high
power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked,
the system can overheat and malfunction.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens
cleaners
• Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners
(including wet or spray types). These may cause
the apparatus to malfunction.
On replacement of parts
• In the events that this system is repaired, repaired
parts may be collected for reuse or recycling
purposes.
• Do not place the system on surfaces (rugs, blankets,
etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may
block the ventilation slots.
• Do not install the system in a confined space, such as
a bookshelf or similar unit.
On your TV’s color
• If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have
color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after
15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist,
place the speakers further away from the TV set.
• Do not install the system near heat sources such as
radiators, air ducts, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or
shock.
• Do not install the system in an inclined position. It is
designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
• Keep the system and discs away from components
with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or
large loudspeakers.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This system is capable of holding a still
video image or on-screen display image on your
television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still
video image or on-screen display image displayed
on your TV for an extended period of time you risk
permanent damage to your television screen.
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to
this.
• Do not place heavy objects on the system.
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On 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 outlet (mains).
Notes about the Discs
On handling discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the surface.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in
a car parked in direct sunlight as the
temperature may rise considerably inside the
car.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
On cleaning
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning
cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
This system can only play a standard circular
disc. Using neither standard nor circular discs
(e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause a
malfunction.
Do not use a disc that has a commercially
available accessory attached, such as a label or
ring.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting
guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
General
Symptom
Problems and solutions
The power is not turned on.
The remote does not function.
• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.
• The distance between the remote and the unit is too far.
• The batteries in the remote are weak.
The disc tray does not open and • Try the following: 1 Press and hold N and Z on the unit for more than 5
you cannot remove the disc even seconds to open the disc tray. 2 Remove the disc. 3 Disconnect the AC power
after you press Z.
cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several
minutes.
The system does not work
normally.
• Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then
reconnect after several minutes.
Messages
Symptom
Problems and solutions
[A new software version is
available. Please go to the
“Setup” section of the menu and
select “Network Update” to
perform the update.] appears on
the TV screen.
version.
“PROTECTOR” and “PUSH
Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the following items after
PWR” appear alternately in the “STANDBY” disappears.
front panel display.
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
• Are you using only the specified speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the system?
• After checking the above items and fixing any problems, turn on the system. If
the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking all the above
items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
panel display.
“DEMO LOCK” appears in the • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
front panel display.
“Exxxx” appears in the front
panel display.
• Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and
give the error code.
appears without any
messages on the entire TV
screen.
• Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
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Picture
Symptom
Problems and solutions
There is no picture.
There is no picture when you
make an HDMI cable
connection.
• The unit is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (High-bandwidth
Digital Content Protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front panel does not
3D images from the HDMI (IN • Depending on the TV or video component, 3D images may not appear.
1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack do not
appear on the TV screen.
No picture appears when the
• Press and hold N and VOLUME – on the unit for more than 5 seconds to reset
video output resolution selected the video output resolution to the lowest resolution.
in [Output Video Format] is
incorrect.
dark/the bright area is too bright
or unnatural.
The picture is not output
correctly.
• If the analog and digital signals are output at the same time, set [BD/DVD-
• For BD-ROMs, check the [BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p Output] settings in
Picture noise appears.
• Clean the disc.
• If the picture output from your system goes through your VCR to get to your
TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some BD/DVD programs could affect
picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your
unit directly to your TV, try connecting your unit to the other input jacks.
entire TV screen.
• The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.
Color irregularity occurs on the • If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV or projector, install the speakers
TV screen.
at least 1.0 ft (0.3 meters) from the TV set.
• If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15
to 30 minutes.
• Make sure that no magnetic object (magnetic latch on a TV stand, health care
device, toy, etc.) is placed near the speakers.
There is no picture after playing • Select the input on your TV for this system.
a video/photo file on the iPod/
iPhone. (U.S. and Canada
models only.)
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Sound
Symptom
Problems and solutions
There is no sound.
• The speaker cord is not connected securely.
The Super Audio CD sound of a • HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN 2) does not accept an audio format that contains
component that is connected to
the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN
2) jack is not output.
copy protection. Connect the analog audio output of the component to the
AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks of the unit.
There is no sound from the TV • Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [On]
via the HDMI (OUT) jack when (page 51). Also, set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System
function.
• Make sure that your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.
• Make sure that an HDMI cable is connected to a jack on your TV that is
compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.
The system does not output
• Set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [Off]
to a set-top box.
Severe hum or noise is heard.
• Move your TV away from the audio components.
• Clean the disc.
The sound loses stereo effect
when you play a CD.
The sound comes from the center • Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only.
speaker only.
No sound or only a very low-
level sound is heard from the
surround speakers.
• Depending on the source, the effect of the surround speakers may be less
noticeable.
• A 2 channel source is being played.
Distortion occurs in the sound of • Reduce the input level for the connected component by setting [Attenuate -
a connected component.
Tuner
Symptom
Problems and solutions
Radio stations cannot be tuned • Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected securely. Adjust the antenna
in.
(aerial) or connect an external antenna (aerial) if necessary.
• The signal strength of the stations is too weak (when tuning in with automatic
tuning). Use manual tuning.
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Playback
Symptom
Problems and solutions
The disc does not play.
• The region code on the BD/DVD does not match the system.
• Moisture has condensed inside the unit and may cause damage to the lenses.
Remove the disc and leave the unit turned on for about half an hour.
File names are not displayed
correctly.
• The system can only display ISO 8859-1-compliant character formats. Other
character formats may be displayed differently.
• Depending on the writing software used, the input characters may be displayed
differently.
A disc does not start playing
from the beginning.
• Resume play has been selected. Press OPTIONS and select [Play from
beginning], then press
.
Playback does not start from the • The resume point may be cleared from memory depending on the disc when
resume point where you last
stopped playing.
– you open the disc tray.
– you disconnect the USB device.
– you play other content.
– you turn off the unit.
The language for the soundtrack/ • Try using the BD’s or DVD’s menu.
subtitle or angles cannot be
changed.
• Multi-lingual tracks/subtitles or multi-angles are not recorded on the BD or
DVD being played.
Bonus contents or other data that • Try the following: 1 Remove the disc. 2 Turn the system off. 3 Remove and
are contained in a BD-ROM
cannot be played.
ROM with BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE.
USB device
Symptom
Problems and solutions
The USB device is not
recognized.
• Try the following: 1 Turn the system off. 2 Remove and reconnect the USB
device. 3 Turn the system on.
• Make sure that the USB device is securely connected to the
• Check if the USB device or a cable is damaged.
• Check if the USB device is on.
(USB) port.
• If the USB device is connected via a USB hub, disconnect it and connect the
USB device directly to the unit.
BRAVIA Internet Video
Symptom
Problems and solutions
The picture/sound is poor/certain • Picture/sound quality may be poor depending on Internet content providers.
programs display with a loss of
detail, especially during fast-
motion or dark scenes.
• Picture/sound quality may be improved by changing the connection speed.
Sony recommends a connection speed of at least 2.5 Mbps for standard-
definition video and 10 Mbps for high-definition video.
• Not all videos contain sound.
The picture is small.
• Press X to zoom in.
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“BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for HDMI])
Symptom
Problems and solutions
The [Control for HDMI]
function does not work
(“BRAVIA” Sync).
• If you change the HDMI connection, turn the system off and on again.
• If power failure occurs, set [Control for HDMI] to [Off], then set [Control for
• Check the following and refer to the operating instructions supplied with the
component.
– the connected component is compatible with the [Control for HDMI]
function.
– the connected component’s setting for the [Control for HDMI] function is
correct.
Network connection
Symptom
Problems and solutions
The system cannot connect to the • Check the network connection (page 20) and the network settings (page 51).
network.
USB wireless LAN connection
Symptom
Problems and solutions
You cannot connect your PC to • The wireless settings of the router may change automatically if you use the
the Internet after [Wi-Fi
Protected Setup (WPS)] is
performed.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup function before adjusting the settings of the router. In
this case, change the wireless settings of your PC accordingly.
You cannot connect the system • Check if the wireless LAN router is on.
to your wireless LAN router.
• Depending on the usage environment, including the wall material, radio wave
reception conditions, or obstacles between the system and the wireless LAN
router, the possible communication distance may be shortened. Move the
system and the wireless LAN router closer to each other.
• Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band, such as a microwave, Bluetooth, or
digital cordless device, may interrupt the communication. Move the unit away
from such devices, or turn off such devices.
The desired wireless router is not • Press RETURN to return to the previous screen, and try [Scan] again. If the
detected even if [Scan] is
performed.
desired wireless router is still not detected, press RETURN to select [Manual
registration].
The system cannot connect to the • The distance between the unit and the wireless LAN router is too far (page 20).
network or the network
connection is unstable.
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Notes on discs
Playable Discs
This product is designed to play back discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
DualDiscs and some music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies do not
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Therefore, these discs may not be compatible
with this product.
1)
Blu-ray Disc
BD-ROM
2)
BD-R/BD-RE
DVD-ROM
3)
DVD
DVD-R/DVD-RW
DVD+R/DVD+RW
3)
Note on playback operations of a
BD/DVD
CD
CD-DA (Music CD)
CD-ROM
CD-R/CD-RW
Super Audio CD
Some playback operations of a BD/DVD may be
intentionally set by software producers. Since
this system plays a BD/DVD according to the
disc contents the software producers designed,
some playback features may not be available.
1)Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and
evolving, some discs may not be playable depending
on the disc type and the version. Also, the audio
output differs depending on the source, connected
output jack, and selected audio settings.
2)BD-RE: Ver.2.1
Note about double-layer BDs/
DVDs
The playback picture and sound may be
momentarily interrupted when the layers switch.
BD-R: Ver.1.1, 1.2, 1.3 including organic pigment
type BD-R (LTH type)
BD-Rs recorded on a PC cannot be played if
postscripts are recordable.
3)A CD or DVD disc will not play if it has not been
correctly finalized. For more information, refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the recording
device.
Region code (BD-ROM/DVD
VIDEO only)
Your system has a region code printed on the
rear of the unit and will only play a BD-ROM/
DVD VIDEO (playback only) labeled with
ALL
identical region codes or
.
Discs that cannot be played
• BDs with cartridge
• BDXLs
• DVD-RAMs
• HD DVDs
• DVD Audio discs
• PHOTO CDs
• Data part of CD-Extras
• Super VCDs
• Audio material side on DualDiscs
• For U.S. and Canada models: A disc recorded
in a color system other than NTSC, such as
PAL
(This system conforms to the NTSC color
system.)
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• Some files may not play depending on the file format,
the file encoding, or the recording condition.
• Some files edited on a PC may not play.
• The system can recognize the following files or
folders in BDs, DVDs, CDs and USB devices:
– up to folders in the 3rd tree
Playable Types of Files
Video
File format
Extensions
1)
MPEG-1 Video/PS
“.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,”
“.mts”
1)
– up to 500 files in a single tree
MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS
• Some USB devices may not work with this system.
• The system can recognize Mass Storage Class (MSC)
devices (such as flash memory or an HDD), Still
Image Capture Devices (SICDs), and 101-key
Xvid
“.avi”
1)
MPEG4/AVC
“.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,”
“.m2ts,” “.mts”
1)
WMV9
“.wmv,” “.asf”
2)
keyboards (front
(USB) port only). (Mexican and
Latin American models only.)
AVCHD
• To avoid data corruption or damage to USB memory
or other devices, turn the system off before
connecting or removing USB memory or other
devices.
Music
File format
Extensions
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio
Layer III)
“.mp3”
• The system may not play high bit rate video files from
a DATA CD smoothly. It is recommended to play
high bit rate video files using a DATA DVD.
1)3)
AAC
“.m4a”
“.wma”
“.wav”
1)3)
WMA9 Standard
LPCM
Photo
File format
JPEG
Extensions
“.jpg,” “.jpeg”
“.gif”
GIF
PNG
“.png”
1)The system does not play files encoded with DRM.
2)The system plays AVCHD-format files that are
recorded via a digital video camera, etc. To watch
AVCHD-format files, the disc with AVCHD-format
files on it must be finalized.
3)The system does not play files encoded with
Lossless, etc.
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Supported Audio Formats
Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.
Format
LPCM 2ch
LPCM 5.1ch
LPCM 7.1ch
Dolby Digital Dolby
TrueHD,
DTS
DTS-ES
Discrete 6.1,
DTS-ES
Matrix 6.1,
DTS96/24
DTS-HD
High
Resolution
Audio
DTS-HD
Master
Audio
Function
Dolby Digital
Plus
“BD/DVD”
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
a
“HDMI1”
“HDMI2”
–
–
–
–
–
“TV”
(DIGITAL IN)
a
–
a
–
a
–
–
–
a: Supported format.
–: Unsupported format.
• HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN 2) do not input sound in the case of an audio format that contains copy protections
such as Super Audio CD or DVD-Audio.
• For the LPCM 2ch format, the supported sampling frequency of the digital signal is up to 96 kHz when using the
“HDMI1” or “HDMI2” function, and 48 kHz when using the “TV” function.
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FM Tuner Section
System
PLL quartz-locked digital
synthesizer
Specifications
Amplifier Section
U.S.models:
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
Tuning range
U.S. and Canada models: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
(100 kHz step)
Other models:
87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz (50
kHz step)
FM wire antenna (aerial)
Antenna (aerial)
Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
(FTC)
Front L + Front R:
With 3 ohms loads, both
channels driven, from 180
- 20,000 Hz; rated 60 watts
per channel minimum
Speakers
Front/Surround (SS-TSB105)
Dimensions (approx.)
85 mm × 220 mm × 95 mm
(3 3/8 in × 8 3/4 in ×
RMS power, with no more
than 1% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milli
watts to rated output.
3 3/4 in) (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)
Front: 0.5 kg (1 lb 2 oz)
Surround: 0.6 kg (1 lb 6 oz)
Other models:
POWER OUTPUT (rated)
Front L/Front R:
Center (SS-CTB102)
Dimensions (approx.)
315 mm × 54 mm × 55 mm
(12 1/2 in × 2 1/4 in ×
2 1/4 in) (w/h/d)
108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms,
1 kHz, 1% THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Front L/Front R/Center/Surround L/Surround R:
167 W (per channel at
Mass (approx.)
0.4 kg (15 oz)
Subwoofer (SS-WSB103)
3 ohms, 1 kHz)
Dimensions (approx.)
260 mm × 265 mm × 270
mm (10 1/4 in × 10 1/2 in ×
10 3/4 in) (w/h/d)
Subwoofer:
165 W (at 3 ohms, 80 Hz)
Sensitivity: 450/250 mV
Inputs (Analog)
AUDIO (AUDIO IN)
Inputs (Digital)
Mass (approx.)
3.8 kg (8 lb 7 oz)
TV (Audio Return Channel/OPTICAL)
Supported formats: LPCM
General
Power requirements
2CH (up to 48 kHz), Dolby
Digital, DTS
U.S. and Canada models: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Argentine models:
220 V - 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
HDMI (IN 1)/HDMI (IN 2)
Supported formats: LPCM
2CH (up to 96 kHz), Dolby
Digital, DTS
Other models:
110 V - 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
On: 160 W
Power consumption
Standby: 0.3 W (at the
Power Saving mode)
400 mm × 65 mm × 315
mm (15 3/4 in × 2 5/8 in ×
12 1/2 in) (w/h/d) incl.
projecting parts
Video Section
Outputs
VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
Dimensions (approx.)
HDMI Section
Connector
Type A (19pin)
BD/DVD/Super Audio CD/CD System
Signal format system
Mass (approx.)
3.3 kg (7 lb 5 oz)
U.S. and Canada models: NTSC
Other models:
NTSC/PAL
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
USB Section
(USB) port:
Type A (For connecting
USB memory, memory
card reader, digital still
camera, and digital video
camera)
• Standby power consumption 0.3W.
• Over 85% power efficiency of amplifier block is
achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-Master.
LAN Section
LAN (100) terminal
100BASE-TX Terminal
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Index
Numerics
H
S
HDMI
A
I
Super Audio CD Playback
Channel 51
Super Audio CD Playback
Layer 51
Initialize Personal Information
52
Internet Video Parental Control
50
L
B
BD Hybrid Disc Playback
Layer 50
M
T
BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p
Output 48
TV Screen Size Setting for 3D
48
N
Network Connection
Diagnostics 51
U
O
W
C
P
D
Q
R
E
Reset to Factory Default
Settings 52
F
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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 in the U.S.:
For customers in Canada:
For customers in Mexico and Latin America:
http://esupport.sony.com/LA
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