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Sony BDV-E380 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
BDV-E980/BDV-E880/BDV-E380

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  • Page 1 4-261-387- Blu-ray Disc/DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions BDV-E980/BDV-E880/BDV-E380...
  • Page 2 WARNING Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.

  • Page 3: Copy Protection

    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 guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
  • Page 4 • “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. • MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

  • Page 5: About These Operating Instructions

    CDs, or CDs unless otherwise specified by the text or illustrations. • The instructions in this manual are for BDV-E980, BDV-E880, and BDV-E380. BDV-E980 is the model used for illustration purposes. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “BDV-E980...

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ... 5 Unpacking ... 7 Index to Parts and Controls... 11 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System ...16 Step 2: Connecting the System ...20 Step 3: Connecting to the Network ...27 Step 4: Performing the Easy Setup ...29 Step 5: Selecting the Source ...30 Step 6: Enjoying Surround...

  • Page 7: Unpacking

    Unpacking BDV-E980 • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Speaker cords (5, red/white/ green/gray/blue) • Speaker-bottom covers (4) • Bases (4) • Lower parts of the front and surround speakers (4) •...
  • Page 8 BDV-E880 • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Speaker cords (5, red/white/ green/gray/blue) • Speaker-bottom covers (2) • Bases (2) • Lower parts of the front speakers (2) • Screws (silver) (2) •...
  • Page 9 BDV-E380 • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Speaker cords (5, red/white/ green/gray/blue) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Video cord (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) •...
  • Page 10 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.

  • Page 11: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A Front panel display B Soft-touch buttons/indicators Z (open/close) (page 34) Opens or closes the disc tray. N (play) Starts or re-starts playback (resume play). Plays a slideshow when a disc containing JPEG image files is inserted.

  • Page 12: Front Panel Display

    Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Displays the system’s playing status. B Lights up when repeat play is activated. C Lights up when stereo sound is received. (Radio only) D Lights up when the system is playing via the PARTY STREAMING function.

  • Page 13: Rear Panel

    Rear panel SPEAKERS FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER CENTER SUR R SUR L A SPEAKERS jacks (page 20) B COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 22) (for non-European/non-Saudi Arabian models) (USB) port (page 35) D SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) jack (page 24) E ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75Ω) jack (page 26) F A.CAL MIC jack (pages 29, 48)

  • Page 14: Top Menu

    Remote control SPEAKERS TV AUDIO BRAVIA Sync DIMMER SLEEP FUNCTION TOP MENU RETURN SOUND MODE HOME PRESET TUNING DISPLAY Number 5, +, and N buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the remote. •...
  • Page 15 F Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 34). ./> (previous/next) Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or file. (replay/advance) Briefly replay the current scenes for 10 seconds./Briefly fast forwards the current scenes for 15 seconds. m/M (fast/slow/freeze frame) Fast reverse/fast forward the disc during playback.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System How to position the system Install the system by referring to the illustration below. • 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.
  • Page 17 About the subwoofer’s speaker cord (BDV-E980 only) You can arrange the subwoofer’s speaker cord by changing which direction it protrudes from the bottom of the subwoofer. • To avoid short-circuiting the speakers, make sure that the speaker cord connection is not like the following examples.
  • Page 18 When installing the subwoofer with the wide side facing forward Toward the listening position Secure the speaker cord in the speaker cord holder to the right of the speaker terminal. Speaker cord holder to the right of the speaker terminal Thread the speaker cord through the gap along the side of the subwoofer.
  • Page 19 When installing the subwoofer with the narrow side facing forward Toward the listening position Secure the speaker cord in the speaker cord holder to the left of the speaker terminal. Speaker cord holder to the left of the speaker terminal Speaker cord Thread the speaker cord through the gap along the side of the subwoofer.

  • Page 20: Step 2: Connecting The System

    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. To assemble the speakers, refer to the supplied “Speaker Installation Guide.”...
  • Page 21 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)) (Front right speaker (R)) SPEAKERS FRONT R...

  • Page 22: Connecting The Tv

    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. •...
  • Page 23 The video cord is supplied with Russian, Saudi Arabian, and Taiwan models only. Available only when your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function. 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.
  • Page 24 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.
  • Page 25 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. Video out System If the component plays sound only, connect the audio output of the component to the system.
  • Page 26 Connecting the antenna (aerial) Rear panel of the unit • 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).

  • Page 27: Step 3: Connecting To The Network

    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.
  • Page 28 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 the information for network settings from the following Sony support page: For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com...

  • Page 29: Step 4: Performing The Easy Setup

    Step 4: Performing the Easy Setup 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.

  • Page 30: Step 5: Selecting The Source

    Step 5: Selecting the Source You can select the playback source. 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”...

  • Page 31: Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound

    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. X/x/c, Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference The setting method differs depending on the function.
  • Page 32 Press OPTIONS. The option menu in the front panel display turns off. • When the home menu is displayed on the TV screen, this setting can be changed by selecting the surround setting via [Surround Setting] in [Audio Settings] of [Setup] (page 60). About speaker output of each surround setting The table below describes the options when you connect all the speakers to the unit.
  • Page 33 • 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”). •...

  • Page 34: Playback

    Playback Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 71). 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.

  • Page 35: Playing From A Usb Device

    Displaying the play information You can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY. The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and system status. Example: when playing a BD-ROM A Output resolution/Video frequency B Title number or name C The currently selected audio setting D Available functions ( angle,...

  • Page 36: Enjoying An Ipod/Iphone

    Enjoying an iPod/iPhone (Except for Russian and Indian models) You can enjoy the music/video*/photo* and charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the system. * European, Australian, Singapore, and Thai models only. Compatible iPod/iPhone models The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as follows.
  • Page 37 • 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.

  • Page 38: Playing Via A Network

    • The system only recognizes iPods/iPhones that have previously been connected to the system. • The System Audio Control function does not work while playing video/photo files via the iPod/iPhone (European, Australian, Singapore, and Thai models only). • When you connect an iPod that is not compatible with the video output function and select [iPod (rear)] in [Video] or [Photo], an alert message appears on the TV screen (European,...
  • Page 39 (PARTY [Video], STREAMING) You can play the same music at the same time across all Sony components which are compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function and connected to your home network. There are two kinds of PARTY STREAMING- compatible components.

  • Page 40: Available Options

    • The sale and product lineup of products that are compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function differ depending on the area. Searching for video/music information You can acquire content information using Gracenote technology and search for related information. Connect the system to a network (page 27).
  • Page 41 [Video] only Items Details [A/V SYNC] Adjusts the gap between picture and sound. For details, see “Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound” (page 42). [3D Output Setting] Sets whether or not to output 3D video automatically. • 3D video from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack is output regardless of this setting.
  • Page 42 Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound (A/V SYNC) 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. •...

  • Page 43: Sound Adjustment

    • “OMNI-DIR”: The same sound is audible anywhere in the room. • “3D SUR.”: “3D SUR.” is a unique Sony algorithm used for playing 3D (three- dimensional) content that provides a 3D sound experience with depth and presence by creating a virtual sound field close to your ears.

  • Page 44: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    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 76) 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.

  • Page 45: Tuner

    C/X/x/c, HOME 2 +/– Current station Current band and preset number FM 07 88.00 SONY FM Station name (European and Russian models only) Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display. Select the radio station. Automatic tuning Press and hold TUNING +/–...

  • Page 46: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Selecting the preset station Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in. 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.

  • Page 47: Other Operations

    “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. • Some functions can only be used if the connected TV is compatible, and require prior setting via the TV.

  • Page 48: Calibrating The Appropriate Settings Automatically

    • 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 Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically [Auto Calibration] D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically.

  • Page 49: Setting The Speakers

    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. Press HOME.

  • Page 50: Using The Sleep Timer

    x [Test Tone] The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust [Level]. [Off]: The test tone is not emitted from the speakers. [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.

  • Page 51: Controlling Your Tv With The Supplied Remote

    By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. • 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...

  • Page 52: Browsing Websites

    Browsing Websites You can connect to the Internet and enjoy websites like the Sony homepage using the system. Prepare for Internet browsing. Connect the system to a network (page 27). Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 53: Setting Up The Network

    Items Details [Delete] Erases one character on the left side of the cursor during text input. [Window List] Displays a list of all currently opened websites. Allows you to return to a previously displayed website by selecting the window. [Bookmark List] Displays the bookmark list.
  • Page 54 For details, refer to the instruction manuals that have been provided by your Internet service provider or supplied with the router. • For more information, go to the following URL. For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com For customers in Taiwan: http://www.sony-asia.com/support/tw For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support...
  • Page 55 Press X/x to select the proxy server setting, then press • [No]: A proxy server is not used. • [Yes]: Enter the proxy server setting. Press C/X/x/c and the number buttons, then press The value of the internet settings appears on the TV screen.

  • Page 56: About Wireless Lan Security

    Press X/x to select the security mode, then press • [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 “Auto setting” or “Manual setting” in “When connecting to the LAN with a LAN cable”...

  • Page 57: Settings And Adjustments

    [Network Update] You can update and improve the functions of the system. For information about update functions, refer to the following website: For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com For customers in Taiwan: http://www.sony-asia.com/support/tw Explanation [Audio Settings] (page 59) Makes the audio settings according to the type of connecting jacks.

  • Page 58: [Screen Settings]

    For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support 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.

  • Page 59: [Audio Settings]

    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 [YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)] [Auto]: Automatically detects the type of external device, and switches to the matching color setting.

  • Page 60: [Bd/Dvd Viewing Settings]

    and [HDMI1 Audio Input Mode] (page 61) is set to [TV]. (European models only.) • When [Audio Output] is set to [HDMI], the output signal format for the “TV” and “SAT/CABLE” function is 2-channel linear PCM. x [Sound Effect] You can set the system’s sound effects (SOUND MODE and [Surround Setting] [On]: Enables all of the system’s sound effects.

  • Page 61: [Parental Control Settings]

    [Parental Control Settings] 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.

  • Page 62: [Network Settings]

    [Automatic Access Permission]: Sets whether or not to allow automatic access from newly detected DLNA controller. [Smart Select]: Allows a Sony DLNA controller to find the system as the target component to operate by using the infrared ray. You can set this function to on or off.

  • Page 63: [Easy Setup]

    x [Party Auto Start] [On]: Starts a PARTY or joins an existing PARTY at the request of a networked device compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function. [Off]: Off. x [Media Remote Device Registration] Registers your “Media remote” device. x [Registered Media Remote Devices] Displays a list of your registered “Media remote”...

  • Page 64: Additional Information

    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).

  • Page 65: Notes About The Discs

    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.

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    • Set the child lock function to off (page 50). • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • 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.
  • Page 67 Picture Symptom Problems and solutions There is no picture. • Check the output method on your system (page 22). There is no picture when you • The unit is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (High-bandwidth make an HDMI cable Digital Content Protection) compliant (“HDMI”...
  • Page 68 Sound Symptom There is no sound. The Super Audio CD sound of a component that is connected to the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack is not output. There is no sound from the TV via the HDMI (OUT) jack when using the Audio Return Channel function.

  • Page 69: Usb Device

    • 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.

  • Page 70: Network Connection

    “BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for HDMI]) Symptom The [Control for HDMI] function does not work (“BRAVIA” Sync). Network connection Symptom The system cannot connect to the network. USB wireless LAN connection Symptom You cannot connect your PC to the Internet after [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)] is performed.

  • Page 71: Playable Discs

    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.

  • Page 72: Playable Types Of Files

    Playable Types of Files Video File format 2)5) MPEG-1 Video/PS MPEG-2 Video/PS, 2)6) Xvid 2)5) MPEG4/AVC 2)5) WMV9 AVCHD Music File format MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) 2)4)5) 2)4) WMA9 Standard LPCM Photo File format JPEG The system does not play these files via the renderer function.

  • Page 73: Supported Audio Formats

    Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Format LPCM 2ch LPCM 5.1ch LPCM 7.1ch Function “BD/DVD” “HDMI1” – “HDMI2” “SAT/CABLE” – “TV” (DIGITAL IN) 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.

  • Page 74: Specifications

    U.S. and Canada models: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz Other models: Antenna (aerial) Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Speakers Front/Surround (SS-TSB106) for BDV-E380 Surround (SS-TSB106) for BDV-E880 108 W + 108 W (at 3 ohms, Dimensions (approx.) 1 kHz, 1% THD) Mass (approx.)
  • Page 75 Mass (approx.) 4.1 kg Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Standby power consumption 0.3W. • Over 85% power efficiency of amplifier block is achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-Master.

  • Page 76: Language Code List

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

  • Page 77: Index

    Index Numerics 3D 34 3D Output Setting 58 A/V SYNC 42 Attenuate - AUDIO 59 Audio 60 Audio DRC 59 Audio Output 59 Audio Return Channel 61 Audio Settings 59 Auto Calibration 48, 60 Auto Display 62 Auto Standby 62 BD Audio MIX Setting 59 BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer 60...
  • Page 80 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: http://support.sony-europe.com For customers in Taiwan: http://www.sony-asia.com/support/tw For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support ©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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