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EU directives. The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or...
Gracenote in the United States and/or other countries. • “PhotoTV HD” and the “PhotoTV HD” logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
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...
Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ... 4 Unpacking ... 6 Index to Parts and Control ... 8 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System... 13 Step 2: Connecting the System... 19 Step 3: Performing the Easy Setup... 25 Step 4: Selecting the Source ...
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BDV-E370 • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) 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. •...
Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A "/1 (on/standby) Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode. B Play operation buttons Z (open/close) (page 29) Opens or closes the disc tray. N (play) Starts or re-starts playback (resume play).
Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Displays the current sound format. B Lights up when outputting 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video signals. C Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/ 1080p video signals from the HDMI OUT jack or 720p/1080i video signals from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Rear panel SPEAKERS FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER CENTER (USB) port (page 30) B LAN (100) terminal (page 24) C COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page D VIDEO OUT jack (page 20) E HDMI OUT jack (page 20) F EZW-T100 slot (page 39) G AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 22) H A.CAL MIC jack (pages 25, 46) VIDEO OUT...
Remote control ONE-TOUCH THEATRE PLAY BRAVIA Sync SLEEP SYSTEM MENU D.TUNING TOP MENU POP UP/ MENU RETURN OPTIONS FUNCTION SOUND MODE HOME PRESET PRESET TUNING TUNING DISPLAY +, and N buttons have a Number 5, tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the remote.
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m/M (fast reverse/fast forward) Fast reverse/fast forward the disc during playback. Each time you press the button, search speed changes. 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.
Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System Positioning the speakers For the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening position (A). The distance can be between 0.0 to 7.0 meters. If you cannot place the center speaker and surround speakers at the same distance as (A), place them within 7.0 meters of the listening position.
Install the speakers on a vertical and flat wall where reinforcement is applied. • Sony is not responsible for accidents or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.
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To disassemble the speaker (Front speakers of BDV-E870 only) Disconnect the speaker cords from the speaker. Rear of the speaker Remove the screw (pre-installed) at the rear of the speaker. This screw is used when reassembling the speaker. Be sure not to lose the screw. Screw Disassemble the speaker by lifting the upper part of the speaker.
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Pull out the speaker cord from the bottom of the lower part of the speaker. The removed speaker cord is used when installing the speaker on a wall. Lower part of the speaker Speaker cord Remove the protection paper from the speaker-bottom cover, then attach the speaker- bottom cover to the bottom of the upper part of the speaker.
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To install the speakers on a wall Before installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker. Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3, and the speaker cord without the color tube to #. Color tube Front left speaker (L): White Front right speaker (R): Red...
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Fasten the screws to the wall. BDV-E870 For the front speakers 8 to 10 mm For the center speaker 8 to 10 mm For the surround speakers 8 to 10 mm Hang the speakers on the screws. 5 mm 10 mm Rear of the speaker BDV-E370 For the center speaker...
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. Note •...
Connecting the TV (Video connection) This connection sends a video signal to the TV. Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method. Rear panel of the unit B Component video cable (not supplied) C Video cord (supplied) To the component video input jacks of the TV.
Connecting the TV (Audio connection) This connection sends an audio signal to the unit from the TV. To listen to TV sound via the system, perform this connection. Rear panel of the unit Digital optical cord (not supplied) To the digital optical out jack of the TV.
Connecting the other components When you connect the system and other components to the TV, video signals from the system and the components are sent to the TV, and audio signals from the components are sent to the system as follows.
Connecting the antenna (aerial) To connect the antenna (aerial) IA L C O A X N N A A N T E Note • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible. •...
ADSL modem/ cable modem router USB Wireless Setup Use a wireless LAN via the USB Wireless LAN Adapter (Sony UWA-BR100* only) (not supplied). The USB Wireless LAN Adapter may not be available in some regions/countries. * As of January 2010.
Step 3: Performing the Easy Setup Before performing Step 3 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.
Perform the [Easy Setup]. Follow the on-screen instructions to make the basic settings using C/X/x/c, and For details about [Auto Calibration] settings in [Easy Setup], see “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 46). To recall the Easy Setup Display Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen.
Step 5: 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. SYSTEM MENU X/x/c, Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference...
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Sound from Surround setting “A.F.D. MULTI” (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT MULTI) “PRO LOGIC” “PLII MOVIE” “NEO6 CIN” “NEO6 MUS” “2CH STEREO” Note • When you select “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.
Playback Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 65). 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.
Playing from a USB Device You can play video/music/photo files on the connected USB device. For playable types of files, see “Playable Types of Files” (page 66). Connect the USB device to the (USB) port on the unit. Refer to the operating instructions of the USB device before connecting.
• The iPod is charged when connected to the system while the system is turned on. • You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod. • Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod is lost or damaged when using an iPod connected to this unit.
Available Options Various settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. Common options Items Details [Playback History] Displays titles/tracks in the playback history of a BD-ROM/DVD-ROM/ CD-DA (music CD) using Gracenote technology. [Search History] Searches for related information based on...
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[Photo] only Items Details [Slideshow] Starts a slideshow. [Slideshow Speed] Changes the slideshow speed. [Slideshow Effect] Sets the effect when playing a slideshow (Russian, Thai, and Taiwan models only). [Slideshow BGM] Sets the background music for slideshows. Only CD-DAs (music CDs) or registered slideshow background music can be set (Russian, Thai, and Taiwan...
Sound Adjustment Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source You can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music. Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during playback until the desired mode appears in the front panel display. • “AUTO”: The system selects “MOVIE” or “MUSIC”...
displayed two or more times, the BD/DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats. x DVD-VR The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. Example: • [ Stereo] • [ Stereo (Audio1)] • [ Stereo (Audio2)] • [ Main] •...
Press X/x repeatedly until “NIGHT MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press Press X/x to select a setting. • “NIGHT ON”: On. • “NIGHT OFF”: Off. Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. Note • When sound is output from the center speaker, this effect is more pronounced, as speech (movie dialog, etc.) is easy to hear.
HOME FUNCTION 2 +/– Current station Current band and preset number FM 7 88.00 SONY FM Station name (European and Russian models only) Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TUNER FM” appears in the front panel display. Select the radio station. Automatic tuning Press and hold TUNING +/–...
Press X/x to select the preset number you want. • You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons. Press “COMPLETE” appears in the front panel display, and the station is stored. Repeat Steps 2 to 6 to store other stations.
External Audio Device Using an S-AIR Product When you purchase the S-AIR product, you need to perform the following settings to activate wireless transmission. About S-AIR products There are two types of S-AIR product. • S-AIR main unit (this unit): This is for transmitting sound.
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S-AIR sub unit, such as a surround amplifier or S-AIR receiver, see the operating instructions of the S-AIR sub unit. • When you change the S-AIR configuration, Sony recommends that you perform [Auto Calibration]. For details, see “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically”...
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Enjoying the system’s sound in another room For the S-AIR receiver You can enjoy the system’s sound in another room by using the S-AIR receiver. Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. Press C/c to select [Setup]. Press X/x to select [System Settings], then press Press X/x to select [S-AIR Settings],...
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Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation) For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver When using S-AIR products, neighbors may also receive your system’s sound if IDs are the same, or you may receive sound from neighbors. To prevent this, you can identify the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit by performing the pairing operation.
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• [Auto]: Normally select this. The system changes [RF Change] to [On] or [Off] automatically. • [On]: The system transmits sound by searching for the better channel for transmitting. • [Off]: The system transmits sound by fixing the channel for transmitting. Press The setting is made.
HDMI function may not work. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component. • The Control for HDMI function may not work if you connect other than a Sony component, even if the component is compatible with the Control for HDMI function.
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Press X/x to select the setting, then press • [On]: On. • [Off]: Off. Turning the system off in sync with the TV (System Power Off) When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote or TV "/1 on the system’s remote, the system turns off automatically.
compatible with the Audio Return Channel function. You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using just one HDMI cable. For details, see [Audio Return Channel] (page 54). Operating the system via the TV remote (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.
location, such as another room, proper measurement will not be obtained. • When you use the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit (WAHT-SBP2, optional) for the surround back speakers (page 14), install the speakers in appropriate location and turn the surround amplifier on. To use the surround back speakers, set [Surround Back] in [Speaker Settings] to [Yes] (page 47) Confirm the conclusions of [Auto...
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The speakers in the illustration correspond to the following: 1Center speaker 2Front left speaker (L) 3Front right speaker (R) 4Subwoofer 5Surround left speaker (L) 6Surround right speaker (R) 7Surround back left speaker (L) (optional) 8Surround back right speaker (R) (optional) [Front Left/Right] 3.0 m: Set the front speaker distance.
By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. Note • 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 Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table)
You can update and improve the functions of the system. For information about update functions, refer to the following website: For customers in Europe and Russia Original http://support.sony-europe.com/ Letter Box Auto For customers in Asia and Australia http://www.sony-asia.com/support Explanation [Audio Settings] (page 52)
[Screen Settings] 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. x [Screen Format] [Original]: Select this when connecting to a TV with a wide-mode function.
[Audio Settings] x [BD Audio MIX Setting] [On]: Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the interactive audio and secondary audio to the primary audio. [Off]: Outputs the primary audio only. Select this when outputting HD audio signals to an AV receiver.
Enter the code for your language by referring to “Language Code List” (page 70). 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 “Language Code List”...
[Dimmer] [Bright]: Bright lighting. [Dark]: Low lighting. x [HDMI Settings] By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable, operation is simplified. For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 44).
[USB Wireless Setup]: Select this when you use a USB Wireless LAN Adapter. For more information, go to For customers in Europe and Russia http://support.sony-europe.com/ For customers in Asia and Australia http://www.sony-asia.com/support x [Network Connection Diagnostics] You can run the network diagnostic to check if the network connection has been made properly.
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).
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.
Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. In the event of a problem with the S-AIR function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together (S-AIR main unit and sub unit).
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Symptom Problems and solutions Video signals are only output • Set [Output Video Format] in [Screen Settings] to [Component Video] from the HDMI OUT jack when (page 51). connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time. The dark area of the picture is too •...
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Symptom There is no digital sound from the HDMI OUT jack when using the Audio Return Channel function. The system does not output sound correctly when connected to a set-top box. Severe hum or noise is heard. The sound loses stereo effect when you play a CD.
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Z. cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several minutes. A disc cannot be ejected and • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. “TLK ON” appears in the front panel display.
Symptom The Control for HDMI function does not work. No sound is output from the system and TV while using the System Audio Control function. Bonus contents or other data that are contained in a BD-ROM cannot be played. A message indicating that the internal memory does not have enough space appears on the screen.
• Picture/sound quality may be improved by changing the connection speed. detail, especially during fast- Sony recommends a connection speed of at least 2.5 Mbps for standard- motion or dark scenes. definition video and 10 Mbps for high-definition video.
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Problems and solutions • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the error code. • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.
Playable Discs Blu-ray Disc BD-ROM BD-R/BD-RE DVD-ROM DVD-R/DVD-RW DVD+R/DVD+RW CD-DA (Music CD) CD-ROM CD-R/CD-RW Super Audio CD 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.
Playable Types of Files Video File format MPEG-1 Video/PS MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS DivX MPEG4/AVC WMV9 AVCHD Music File format MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) 1)4) 1)4) WMA9 Standard LPCM Photo File format JPEG The system does not play files encoded with DRM. ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX format created by DivX, Inc.
Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Format LPCM 2ch LPCM 5.1ch, LPCM 7.1ch Function “BD/DVD” “SAT/CABLE” – “TV” (DIGITAL IN) a: Supported format. –: Unsupported format. Video Output Resolution Output resolution differs depending on the [Output Video Format] setting in [Screen Settings] (page 51).
Specifications Amplifier Section BDV-E870: POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L/Front R: POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R/Center/Surround L/Surround R: Subwoofer: BDV-E370: POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L/Front R: POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R/Center/Surround L/Surround R: Subwoofer: Inputs (Analog) AUDIO (AUDIO IN) Inputs (Digital) SAT/CABLE (COAXIAL), TV (OPTICAL) Video Section...
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Dimensions (approx.) 430 mm × 85 mm × 335 mm (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts Mass (approx.) 4.8 kg Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Standby power consumption 0.3 W. • Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed wiring boards.
Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 1057 Byelorussian 1059 Bulgarian 1060 Bihari 1061 Bislama 1066 Bengali;...
Digital Cinema Auto Calibration (D.C.A.C) Digital Cinema Auto Calibration was developed by Sony to automatically measure and adjust the speaker settings to your listening environment in a short period of time. Dolby Digital This movie theater sound format is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic.
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PhotoTV HD “PhotoTV HD” allows for highly-detailed pictures, and photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. By connecting Sony “PhotoTV HD” compatible devices using an HDMI cable, a whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality. For...
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To ensure that the subtle nuances of these high- quality media are transmitted with no deterioration, Sony has developed a technology called “S-AIR” for the radio transmission of digital audio signals with no compression, and has incorporated this technology into the EZW- RT10/EZW-RT10A/EZW-T100.
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Super Audio CD Playback Layer 53 Surround amplifier 39 System Information 55 SYSTEM MENU 27, 33, 35, Test Tone 48 TV Type 51 Update 50 USB 30 WEP 24 WPA2-PSK (AES) 24 WPA2-PSK (TKIP) 24 WPA-PSK (AES) 24 WPA-PSK (TKIP) 24...
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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 Europe and Russia: http://support.sony-europe.com/ For customers in Asia and Australia: http://www.sony-asia.com/support Printed in Malaysia...