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Sony BDV-E2100 Operating Instructions Manual

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4-446-733-11(1)
Blu-ray Disc™/
DVD Home Theatre
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Operating Instructions
BDV-E6100/BDV-E4100/BDV-E3100/BDV-E2100

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  • Page 1 4-446-733-11(1) Blu-ray Disc™/ DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions BDV-E6100/BDV-E4100/BDV-E3100/BDV-E2100...
  • Page 2 This appliance is classified as a CLASS 3R numbers in the space provided below. Refer to LASER product. Visible and invisible laser them whenever you call upon your Sony radiation is emitted when the laser protective dealer regarding this product.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Blu-ray Disc/DVD receiver NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to (HBD-E6100/HBD-E4100/ comply with the limits for a Class B digital HBD-E3100/HBD-E2100) device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. This equipment must not be co-located or These limits are designed to provide operated in conjunction with any other reasonable protection against harmful antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 4 Some people may experience discomfort Canada (such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D video images. Sony recommends To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do that all viewers take regular breaks while not expose this appliance to dripping or watching 3D video images.

  • Page 5: Copy Protection

    Center, P.O. Box 86851, San Diego, CA, “DVD+R”, “DVD-R”, “DVD VIDEO”, and 92138, USA. “CD” logos are trademarks. • “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Copyrights and Trademarks Corporation. • This system incorporates with Dolby* • “AVCHD 3D/Progressive” and the Digital and Dolby Pro Logic adaptive matrix “AVCHD 3D/Progressive”...
  • Page 6 Bluetooth requires the upgrade. SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony • DLNA™, the DLNA Logo and DLNA Corporation is under license. Other CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service...
  • Page 7 ® • Opera Devices SDK from Opera Software You agree that your non-exclusive license to ASA. Copyright 2002-2012 Opera Software use the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote ASA. All rights reserved. Software, and Gracenote Servers will terminate if you violate these restrictions. If your license terminates, you agree to cease any and all use of the Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and Gracenote Servers.

  • Page 8: About These Operating Instructions

    GRACENOTE DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, About These Operating INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, Instructions IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, AND • The instructions in these Operating NON-INFRINGEMENT. GRACENOTE Instructions describe the controls on the DOES NOT WARRANT THE RESULTS remote control.

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Tuner About These Operating Instructions ..8 Unpacking .......... 10 Listening to the Radio ......38 Guide to Parts and Controls ....13 Other Operations Getting Started Using the Control for HDMI Function Step 1: Installing the for “BRAVIA”...

  • Page 10: Unpacking

    Unpacking • Operating Instructions • Subwoofer (1) • Quick Setup Guide • Speaker Installation Guide • Remote control (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speaker-bottom covers (4) BDV-E6100 only • Front speakers (2) •...
  • Page 11 BDV-E4100 only • Lower parts of the front speakers (2) • Front speakers (2) • Screws (large) (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Screws (small) (8) BDV-E3100 only • Front speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Surround speakers (2) •...
  • Page 12 • Subwoofer (1) BDV-E2100 only • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1)

  • Page 13: Front Panel

    Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel Slot BDV-E2100 only A "/1 (on/standby) Note Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby During the demonstration, the volume mode. level may be higher than the volume level B Disc tray (page 26) you have set.

  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    Indicators in the front panel display A Lights up when stereo sound is F Displays the system’s status, received. (Radio only) such as radio frequency, etc. B Lights up when repeat play is When you press DISPLAY, the stream information/decoding status is activated.

  • Page 15: Remote Control

    A Z (open/close) Remote control 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] (page 50). TV "/1 (on/standby) (page 43) Turns on the TV or sets it to standby mode.
  • Page 16 NETFLIX Stops the built-in sound demonstration. Accesses the “NETFLIX” online service. Radio operation buttons See “Tuner” (page 38). Accesses the “Sony Entertainment PRESET +/– Network™” online service. TUNING +/– F Playback operation buttons G MUTING See “Playback” (page 26). Turns off the sound temporarily.

  • Page 17: Getting Started

    J BLUETOOTH Selects the “BT” function. Getting Started When the blue LED indicator lights off during “BT” function, press to start Step 1: Installing the pairing or connect to paired Bluetooth device. Speakers FUNCTION (page 24) Selects the playback source. Install the speakers by referring to the K SLEEP (page 42) illustration below.

  • Page 18: Step 2: Connecting The System

    Installing all speakers in Step 2: Connecting the front position (Speaker layout: [All Front]) System Do not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains) until all the other connections are made. (BDV-E6100/BDV-E4100 only) To assemble the speakers, refer to the supplied “Speaker Installation Guide”.

  • Page 19: Connecting The Tv

    Connecting the TV Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV. Video connection HDMI cable (not supplied) High Speed HDMI cable If the HDMI IN jack of your TV is compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, digital audio signal can be output from the TV via an HDMI cable connection.

  • Page 20: Connecting The Other Equipment (Set-Top Box, Etc.)

    Connecting the other equipment (Set-top box, etc.) Connect the system so that video signals from the system and other equipment are output to the TV, and audio signals from the equipment are output to the system as follows. Video out Equipment ®...

  • Page 21: Connecting The Antenna (Aerial)

    Connecting the antenna Step 3: Preparing for (aerial) Network Connection To connect the system to your network, perform [Easy Network Settings]. For details, see “Step 4: Performing the Easy Setup” (page 23). Select the method based on your LAN (Local Area Network) environment. •...
  • Page 22 WEP. TKIP and security key. For details: assures a higher security level than WEP. – visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayhtsupport/ x WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK – refer to the operating instructions supplied (AES) with the wireless LAN router AES is a security technology that uses an –...

  • Page 23: Step 4: Performing The Easy Setup

    Perform [Easy Initial Settings]. Step 4: Performing the Follow the on-screen Easy Setup instructions to make the basic settings using B/V/v/b and Before performing Step 4 Make sure all connections are secure, and B/V/v/b then connect the AC power cord (mains lead).

  • Page 24: Step 5: Selecting The Playback Source

    Step 5: Selecting the Step 6: Enjoying Playback Source Surround Sound After performing the previous Steps and Press FUNCTION repeatedly until starting playback, you can easily enjoy pre- the function you want appears in the programmed sound modes that are tailored front panel display.

  • Page 25: Selecting The Football Mode

    To select the sound mode Selecting the football from the option menu mode Press OPTIONS and V/v to select [Sound Mode], then press Press FOOTBALL during playback. [Football] appears on the TV screen. Press V/v to select the sound mode, You can experience a feeling of presence in then press the stadium when watching a football...

  • Page 26: Playback

    Enjoying BONUSVIEW/ BD-LIVE Playback Some BD-ROMs with “BD-LIVE Logo*” Playing a Disc have bonus content and other data that can be downloaded for enjoyment. For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 60). Connect the USB device to the Switch the input selector on (USB) port (page 28).
  • Page 27 Enjoying Blu-ray 3D Displaying the playback information You can enjoy Blu-ray 3D Discs with the 3D logo*. You can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY. The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and system Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc status.

  • Page 28: Playing From A Usb Device

    Playing from a USB Enjoying music from a Device Bluetooth device You can play video/music/photo files on a About the Bluetooth connected USB device. wireless technology For playable types of files, see “Playable Types of Files” (page 61). Bluetooth wireless technology is a short- Connect the USB device to the range wireless technology that enables (USB) port.

  • Page 29: This System

    Note Once pairing is completed, the • To be able to use the Bluetooth function, the device is automatically Bluetooth device to be connected must support connected to the system. the same profile as this system. Even if the Device name appears on the TV device supports the same profile, the functions screen.

  • Page 30: Connecting To A Smartphone By One-Touch Listening Function (Nfc)

    Press V/v repeatedly to select Connecting to a [Device List], then press smartphone by One- A list of paired Bluetooth devices appears. touch listening function Press V/v repeatedly to select (NFC) the device you want, then press By holding an NFC-compatible Press N to start playback.

  • Page 31: To Stop Playback

    Two-dimensional code* for Note direct access • The system only can recognizes and connects to * Use a two-dimensional code reader app. one NFC-compatible device at a time. • Depending on your smartphone, you may need to turn on the NFC function on your smartphone in advance.

  • Page 32: Playing Via A Network

    Internet content provider. Entertainment Network To display again, press DISPLAY. (SEN) Sony Entertainment Network serves as a gateway delivering selected Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to your unit. A Control display • Some Internet content requires registration via a...
  • Page 33 To play files stored on a Playing files on a Home DLNA server via the system Network (DLNA) (DLNA Player) Select the DLNA server icon from You can play video/music/photo files on [Video], [Music], or [Photo] in other DLNA-certified equipment by the home menu, then select the file that you connecting them to your home network.
  • Page 34 [Bluetooth AUDIO] in [Input], You can play the same music at the same press OPTIONS. Then select [Start time on all Sony equipment which are PARTY] to start. compatible with the PARTY To close, press OPTIONS, then select STREAMING function and connected to [Close PARTY].

  • Page 35: Available Options

    Press B/b to select [Video] or Available Options [Music]. Press V/v to select [Video Various settings and playback operations Search] or [Music Search]. are available by pressing OPTIONS. The The content information (such as title, available items differ depending on the cast, track, or artist), [Playback situation.
  • Page 36 [Video] only [Music] only [A/V SYNC] [Add Slideshow BGM] Adjusts the time gap between picture and Registers music files in the USB memory as sound (page 37). slideshow background music (BGM). [3D Output Setting] [Music Search] Sets whether or not to output 3D video Displays information on the audio CD automatically.

  • Page 37: Sound Adjustment

    Adjusting the delay between the picture and Sound Adjustment sound Selecting the Audio (A/V SYNC) Format, Multilingual When the sound does not match the Tracks, or Channel pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound for When the system is playing a BD/DVD each function separately.

  • Page 38: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    Note Stereo (Audio1)] and [ Stereo (Audio2)] do Tuner not appear if only one audio stream is recorded on the disc. Listening to the Radio x CD • [ Stereo]: The standard stereo sound. • [ 1/L]: The sound of the left channel Press FUNCTION repeatedly (monaural).

  • Page 39: Selecting A Preset Station

    To turn off the radio Selecting a preset Press "/1. station Presetting radio Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front stations panel display. The last received station is tuned in. You can preset up to 20 stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume Press PRESET +/–...

  • Page 40: Other Operations

    “BRAVIA” Sync function. output from the TV speakers by pressing By connecting Sony equipment that is SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO. compatible with the Control for HDMI • When sound from the TV or other...
  • Page 41 Press B/b to select [Setup]. You can change the unit of measurement (feet or Press V/v to select [Audio meters) by pressing the color button (RED). Settings], then press x [Level] Press V/v to select [Speaker You can adjust the sound level of the Settings], then press speakers.

  • Page 42: Using The Sleep Timer

    To check the remaining time Note Press SLEEP once. When you replace the batteries of the remote control, the code number may reset to the default To change the remaining (SONY) setting. Set the appropriate code number time again. Press SLEEP repeatedly.

  • Page 43: Saving Power In Standby Mode

    (see the table). Press HOME. Then release TV "/1. The home menu appears on the TV screen. Manufacturer Code number Press B/b to select SONY 01 (default) [Network]. Press V/v to select [Internet PANASONIC Browser], then press SAMSUNG 02, 06...
  • Page 44 Internet Browser Available options display Various settings and operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. You can check website information by The available items differ depending on the pressing DISPLAY. The display situation. information differs depending on the website and page status. [Browser Setup] Displays the Internet Browser settings.

  • Page 45: Settings And Adjustments

    [Display certificate] Displays server certificates sent from pages Settings and Adjustments that support SSL. [Input] Using the Setup Display Displays the software keyboard to enter characters while browsing a website. [Break] You can make various adjustments to items Moves the cursor to the next line in the text such as picture and sound.

  • Page 46: [Network Update]

    For information about update functions, refer to the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayhtsupport/ During a software update, “UPDATE” appears in the front panel display. After the update completes, the unit automatically turns off.
  • Page 47 x [DVD Aspect Ratio] x [BD-ROM 24p Output] [Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture with [Auto]: Outputs 24p video signals only black bands on the top and bottom. when you connect a 1080/24p-compatible TV via an HDMI connection and the [Output Video Resolution] is set to [Auto] or [1080p].

  • Page 48: [Audio Settings]

    x [Pause Mode] (BD/DVD VIDEO/ x [Audio Output] DVD-R/DVD-RW only) You can select the output method where the audio signal is output. [Auto]: The picture, including subjects that move dynamically, is output with no jitter. [Speaker]: Outputs multi-channel sound Normally select this position. from the system’s speakers only.

  • Page 49: [Bd/Dvd Viewing Settings]

    [Off]: The sound effects are disabled. You x [Subtitle Language] can hear sound as it is recorded. You can select the default subtitle language for BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs. x [Speaker Settings] When you select [Select Language Code], To obtain optimum surround sound, set the the display for entering the language code speakers.

  • Page 50: [System Settings]

    [Audio Return Channel] x [BD Parental Control]/[DVD This function is available when you Parental Control]/[Internet Video connect the system to a TV’s HDMI IN Parental Control] jack that is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function and [Control for By setting Parental Control, scenes can be blocked or replaced with different scenes.

  • Page 51: [Network Settings]

    MAC address. not to allow automatic access from a newly detected DLNA controller. [Smart Select]: Allows a Sony DLNA x [Software License Information] controller to find the system as the target You can display the Software License equipment to operate by using the infrared Information.

  • Page 52: [Easy Network Settings]

    [Easy Network Additional Information Settings] Precautions Runs [Easy Network Settings] to make the basic network settings. Follow the on- On safety screen instructions. • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked by qualified personnel before [Resetting] operating it any further.
  • Page 53 On replacement of parts • Keep the system and discs away from components with strong magnets, such as In the events that this system is repaired, microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers. repaired parts may be retained for reuse or • Do not place heavy objects on the system. recycling purposes.
  • Page 54 Bluetooth technology. – When a person, metal object, wall or • Sony cannot be held liable in any way for other obstruction is between the devices damages or other loss resulting from with a Bluetooth connection information leaks during communication –...

  • Page 55: Notes About Discs

    Do not touch the surface. problem before requesting repairs. Should • Do not stick paper or tape on the disc. any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. General The power does not turn on. • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight...
  • Page 56 Messages the entire TV screen. t Contact your nearest Sony dealer or [A new software version is available. local authorized Sony service facility. Please go to the “Setup” section of the menu and select “Network Picture Update”...
  • Page 57 An image is not displayed on the The system does not output sound of entire TV screen. TV programs correctly when t Check the setting of [TV Type] in connected to a set-top box. [Screen Settings] (page 46). t Set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI t The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.

  • Page 58: Usb Device

    Playback does not start from the Tuner resume point where you last stopped playing. Radio stations cannot be tuned in. t The resume point may be cleared from t Check that the antenna (aerial) is memory depending on the disc when connected securely.

  • Page 59: Network Connection

    Wireless LAN t Picture/sound quality may be connection improved by changing the connection speed. Sony recommends a connection You cannot connect your PC to the speed of at least 2.5 Mbps for standard- Internet after [Wi-Fi Protected Setup definition video and 10 Mbps for high- definition video.

  • Page 60: Playable Discs

    There is no sound. t Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band, such as a microwave, Bluetooth, t Make sure this system is not too far or digital cordless device, may from the Bluetooth device, or this interrupt communication. Move the system is not receiving interference unit away from such devices, or turn from a Wi-Fi network, other 2.4 GHz...

  • Page 61: Playable Types Of Files

    Note on double-layer Since Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not be playable BDs/DVDs depending on the disc type and version. Also, The playback picture and sound may be the audio output differs depending on the momentarily interrupted when the layers source, connected output jack, and selected audio settings.
  • Page 62 Music Note • Some files may not play depending on the file Audio Codec Extension format, the file encoding, the recording MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio .mp3, .mka condition, or DLNA server condition. Layer III) • Some files edited on a PC may not play. .m4a, .aac , .mka •...

  • Page 63: Supported Audio Formats

    Supported Audio Specifications Formats Amplifier Section U.S.A. model only: Audio formats supported by this system are AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS as follows. POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: Function (FTC) Format “BD/DVD” “TV” Front L + Front R: (DIGITAL IN) With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, LPCM 2ch from 180 Hz –...
  • Page 64 LAN Section FM Tuner Section LAN (100) terminal System 100BASE-TX Terminal PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer Tuning range Wireless LAN Section 87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step) Blu-ray Disc/DVD receiver Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) (HBD-E6100/HBD-E4100/ HBD-E3100/HBD-E2100) Speakers Standards Compliance Front/Surround (SS-TSB123) for IEEE 802.11 b/g/n...
  • Page 65 Center (SS-CTB122) for BDV-E6100/ BDV-E4100/BDV-E3100 Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.) 240 mm × 90 mm × 85 mm (9 in × in × 3 Mass (approx.) 0.58 kg (1 lb 5 oz) (with speaker cord) Center (SS-CTB121) for BDV-E2100 Dimensions (w/h/d) (approx.) 225 mm ×...

  • Page 66: Language Code List

    Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1183 Irish 1347 Maori 1507 Samoan 1028 Abkhazian 1186 Scots Gaelic 1349 Macedonian 1508 Shona 1032 Afrikaans 1194 Galician 1350 Malayalam 1509 Somali...
  • Page 67 Parental Control/Area Code List Code Area Code Area Code Area Code Area 2044 Argentina 2109 Germany 2362 Mexico 2499 Sweden 2047 Australia 2200 Greece 2376 Netherlands 2086 Switzerland 2046 Austria 2219 Hong Kong 2390 New Zealand 2543 Taiwan 2057 Belgium 2248 India 2379 Norway 2528 Thailand...

  • Page 68: Index

    Index Numerics 3D 27 DLNA 33, 51 3D Output Setting 46 Dolby Digital 37 DTS 37 DVD 60 DVD Aspect Ratio 47 A/V SYNC 37 DVD Parental Control 50 Attenuate - AUDIO 48 DVD-ROM 24p Output 47 Audio DRC 48 Audio Language 49 Audio Output 48 Audio Return Channel 50...
  • Page 69 Main Unit illumination 50 Screen Format 46 Multiplex broadcast sound 38 Screen Saver 50 Screen Settings 46 SLEEP 42 Slideshow 36 Network Connection Diagnostics 51 Software License Information 51 Network Settings 51 Sound Effect 48 Network Update 46 Speaker Settings 40, 49 NFC 30 Distance 41 Level 41...
  • Page 72 The software of this system may be updated in the future. To find out details on any available updates, please visit the following URL. http://www.sony.com/blurayhtsupport/ ©2013 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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