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 ven tilation opening of the
apparatus with newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not
place the naked flame sources such
as lighted candles on the apparatus.
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.
Do not expose batteries or
apparatus with battery-installed to
excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
To prevent injury, this apparatus
must be securely attached to the
floor/wall in accordance with the
installation instructions.
Indoor use only.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with
this product will increase eye
hazard. As the laser beam used in
this Blu-ray Disc / DVD Home
Theatre System is harmful to eyes,
do not attempt to disassemble the
cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
This appliance is classified as a
CLASS 3R LASER product.
Visible and invisible laser radiation
is emitted when the laser protective
housing is opened, so be sure to
avoid direct eye exposure.
This marking is located on the laser
protective housing inside the
enclosure.
This appliance is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product. This
marking is located on the rear
exterior.
For the customers in
Europe
Disposal of
Old Electrical
& Electronic
Equipment
(Applicable in
the European
Union and other European
countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this
product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be
handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
By ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment
and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of
this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve
natural resources. For more
detailed information about
recycling of this product, please
contact your local Civic Office,
your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
Disposal of
waste
batteries
(applicable in
the European
Union and
other
European countries with
separate collection
systems)
This symbol on th e battery or on the
packaging indicates that the battery
provided with this product shall not
be treated as household waste.
On certain batteries this symbol
might be used in combination with
a chemical symbol. The chemical
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead
(Pb) are added if the battery
contains more than 0.0005%
mercury or 0.004% lead.
By ensuring these batteries are
disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment
and human health which could
otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of the
battery. The recycling of the
materials will help to conserve
natural resources.
In case of products that for safety,
performance or data integrity
reasons require a permanent
connection with an incorporated
battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staff
only.
To ensure that the battery will be
treated properly, hand over the
product at end-of-life to the
applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view
the section on how to remove the
battery from the product safely.
Hand the battery over to the
applicable collection point for the
recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information
about recycling of this product or
battery, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household waste
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disposal service or the shop where
you purchased the product.
Notice for customers: the following
information is only applicable to
equipment sold in countries
applying 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
guarantee matters please refer to
the addresses given in separate
service or guarantee documents.
For the customers in
Australia
This equipment should be installed
and operated with at least 20 cm
and more between the radiator and
person’s body (excluding
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and
ankles).
For the main unit
The nameplate is located on th e rear
exterior.
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.
• 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.
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
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 an d/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.
For the wireless
transceiver (EZWRT50) and the Blu-ray
Disc/DVD receiver
(HBD-L800)
(For the customers in
Australia)
This equipment should be installed
and operated with at least 20 cm
and more between the radiator and
person’s body (excluding
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and
ankles).
For the wireless
transceiver (EZWRT50) and the Blu-ray
Disc/DVD Home
Theatre System
(BDV-L600/BDV-L800/
BDV-L800M)
(For the customers in
Europe)
See “Wireless Product Compliance
Information” (supplied).
Copy Protection
Please be advised of the advanced
content protection systems used in
both Blu-ray Disc
media. These systems, called
AACS (Advanced Access Content
System) and CSS (Content
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.
TM
and DVD
Copyrights and
Trademarks
• This system incorporates with
Dolby* Digital and the DTS**
Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby and the double-D
symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license
under U.S. Patent #’s:
5,451,942; 5,956,674;
5,974,380; 5,978,762;
6,226,616; 6,487,535;
7,212,872; 7,333,929;
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
• This system incorporates HighDefinition Multimedia Interface
TM
(HDMI
) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and HighDefinition Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC in the United States and
other countries.
• 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,” “DVDR,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD”
logos are trademarks.
• “Blu-ray 3D” and “Blu-ray 3D”
logo are trademarks of Blu-ray
Disc Association.
• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD”
logo are trademarks of Panasonic
Corporation and Sony
Corporation.
•, “XMB,” and “xross media
bar” are trademarks of Sony
Corporation and Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc.
• “PLAYSTATION” is a trademark
of Sony Computer Entertainment
Inc.
• Music and video recognition
technology and related data are
provided by Gracenote
See the Gracenote website for a
nonexhaustive list of applicable
Gracenote patents. Gracenote,
CDDB, MusicID, MediaVOCS,
the Gracenote logo and logotype,
and the “Powered by Gracenote”
logo are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of
Gracenote in the United States
and/or other countries.
• 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.
• “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™” and “WiFi 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.
• iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod
nano, and iPod touch are
trademarks of Apple Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other
countries.
• “Made for iPod,” and “Made for
iPhone” mean that an electronic
accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPod or
iPhone, respectively, a nd 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
wireless performance.
• Windows Media is either a
registered trademark or trademark
of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other
countries.
This product contains technology
subject to certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft. Use
or distribution of this technology
outside of this product is
prohibited without the appropriate
license(s) from Microsoft.
Content owners use Microsoft
PlayReady
™
content access
technology to protect their
intellectual property, including
copyrighted content. This device
uses PlayReady technology to
access PlayReady-protected
content and/or WMDRMprotected content. If the device
fails to properly enforce
restrictions on content usage,
content owners may require
Microsoft to revoke the device’s
ability to consume PlayReadyprotected content. Revocation
should not affect unprotected
content or content protected by
other content access technol ogies.
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.
®
, the DLNA Logo and
•DLNA
DLNA CERTIFIED
™
are
trademarks, service marks, or
certification marks of the Digital
Living Network Alliance.
• All other trademarks are
trademarks of their respective
owners.
• Other system and product names
are generally trademarks or
registered trademarks of the
manufacturers. ™ and ® marks
are not indicated in this document.
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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 main 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-L800,
BDV-L800M, and BDVL600. BDV-L600 is the
model used for illustration
purposes. Any difference in
operation is clearly indicated
in the text, for example,
“BDV-L600 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.
Language Code List.............................. 80
Index ..................................................... 81
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Unpacking
BDV-L800/BDV-L800M
• Main unit (1)
• Front speakers (2)
• Dock for iPod/iPhone
(TDM-iP30) (1)
• Video cord for Dock for
iPod/iPhone (1)
• Speaker stands (2)
• Screws (silver) (2)
• Wall mounting bracket A (1)
• Subwoofer (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
or
• Remote commander
(remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• USB cable (1)
• Stand cover (1)
• Wireless transceivers
(EZW-RT50) (2)
• AC adapter (1)
• AC power cord (mains lead)
(1)
• Wall mounting bracket B (1)
• Operating Instructions
(Australian models only)
• Quick Setup Guide
• Speaker Installation Guide
• Main Unit Installation Guide
• Software License
Information
• Wireless Product
Compliance Information
• Warranty
• Reference Guide (European
models only)
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BDV-L600
• Main unit (1)
• Remote commander
(remote) (1)
• Wireless transceivers
(EZW-RT50) (2)
• Front speakers (2)
• Subwoofer (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
or
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• Dock for iPod/iPhone
(TDM-iP30) (1)
• Video cord for Dock for
iPod/iPhone (1)
• USB cable (1)
• Stand cover (1)
• AC adapter (1)
• AC power cord (mains lead)
(1)
• Operating Instructions
(Australian models only)
• Quick Setup Guide
• Speaker Installation Guide
• Main Unit Installation Guide
• Software License
Information
• Wireless Product Compliance
Information
• Warranty
• Reference Guide (European
models only)
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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.
Main unit
FUNCTIONVOLUME
A Ventilation openings
B Disc slot (page 36)
C Soft-touch buttons/indicators
N (play)
Starts or re-starts playback (resume play).
Plays a slideshow when a disc containing
JPEG image files is inserted.
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.
VOLUME +/–
Adjusts the system’s volume.
FUNCTION
Selects the playback source.
Z (eject)
Ejects the disc.
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D Remote sensor
E Front panel display
F Illumination LED (page 64)
About soft-touch buttons/
indicators
These buttons function when the soft-touch
button indicators are lit.
You can turn on/off the indicators by setting
[Illumination/Display] (page 64). When you set
[Illumination/Display] to [Simple/Off], the
indicators turn off. In this case, touch any softtouch button. When the indicators light up,
touch the desired button.
• These buttons work when you touch them lightly. Do
not press on them with excessive force.
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Side view (without
the panel cover)
Rear panel
A (USB) port (left) (page 37)
Used for connecting a USB device.
B "/1 (on/standby)
Turns on the main unit, or sets it to standby
mode.
C VIDEO OUT jack (page 19)
D HDMI OUT jack (page 19)
E HDMI IN 1 jack (page 21)
F HDMI IN 2 jack (page 21)
G LAN(100) terminal (page 23)
H (USB) port (rear) (page 37)
Used for connecting a USB device.
I TV DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL) jack (page
19)
J ANTENNA FM 75 Ω COAXIAL jack
(page 22)
K Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50/EZW-
RT20) slot (page 25)
EZW-RT50 is supplied with the system.
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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.
E Lights up when the HDMI OUT jack is
correctly connected to an HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection)compliant device with HDMI or DVI
(Digital Visual Interface) input.
F Lights up when muting is on.
G Displays the system’s status, such as
radio frequency, etc.
H Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/
1080p video signals from the HDMI
OUT jack.
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Subwoofer
Front panel
A LINK/STANDBY indicator
You can check the status of wireless
transmission between the main unit and
subwoofer.
IndicatorStatus
Turns green.The system is turned on,
Turns orange. The system is turned on,
Flashes green
quickly.
Flashes green
or orange
slowly.
Turns red.The subwoofer is in standby
Turns off.The subwoofer is turned off.
Flashes red.The subwoofer’s protection is
wireless transmission is
activated and sound signals are
being received.
wireless transmission is
activated with the Secure Link
function, and sound signals are
being received.
The wireless transceiver is not
inserted correctly into the
wireless transceiver slot.
Wireless transmission is
deactivated.
mode while the system is in
standby mode or wireless
transmission is deactivated.
active.
Rear panel
B SPEAKERS jacks
C Ventilation openings
D "/1 (Power) button
Turns the subwoofer on/off.
E SECURE LINK button (page 55)
Starts the Secure Link function.
F Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50/EZW-
RT20) slot (page 25)
EZW-RT50 is supplied with the system.
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Remote control
The buttons for system operation only are
described below. See “Controlling Your TV or
Other Components with the Supplied Remote”
(page 52) for the buttons for operation of the
connected components.
SPEAKERS
AV
TV
AUDIO
BRAVIA Sync
9
TOP MENU
RETURNOPTIONS
FUNCTION
PRESET
TUNING
BD
TV
STB
MENU
HOME
231
564
8097
ENTER
POP UP/ MENU
SOUND MODE
PRESET
TUNING
8
PROG
DISPLAY
SLEEP
• Number 5, , PROG +, and N buttons
have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a
reference when operating the remote.
• Names of buttons that work after pressing the
TV or STB operation mode buttons are
indicated with a yellow or green label.
TOOLS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
A Z (eject)
Ejects the disc.
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 65).
AV "/1 (on/standby) (page 52)
Turns on the TV or other component, or sets
the TV or other components to standby
mode.
"/1 (on/standby) (pages 32, 47)
Turns on the system or sets it to standby
mode.
B Number buttons (pages 48, 52)
Enters the title/chapter numbers, preset
station number, etc.
ENTER
Enters the selected item.
C Color buttons (red/green/yellow/blue)
Short cut keys for selecting items on some
BD menus (can also be used for Java
interactive operations on BDs).
D TOP MENU
Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top
Menu.
POP UP/MENU
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up
Menu, or the DVD’s menu.
OPTIONS (pages 34, 42, 54)
Displays the options menu on the TV screen
or in the front panel display. (The location
differs based on the selected function.)
RETURN
Returns to the previous display.
C/X/x/c
Moves the highlight to a displayed item.
(enter)
Enters the selected item.
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E FUNCTION (pages 33, 47)
Selects the playback source.
HOME (pages 32, 47, 50, 53, 55, 56, 60)
Enters or exits the system’s home menu.
SOUND MODE (page 45)
Selects the sound mode.
F Playback operation buttons
See “Playback” (page 36).
./> (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. Each time you press the button,
the 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.
Slow-motion and single-frame playback are
not available for Blu-ray 3D Discs.
N (play)
Starts or re-starts playback (resume play).
Activates One-Touch Play (page 49) when
the system is on and set to the “BD/DVD”
function.
X (pause)
Pauses or re-starts playback.
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.
Radio operation buttons
See “Tuner” (page 47).
PRESET +/–
TUNING +/–
G (muting)
Turns off the sound temporarily.
(audio) (pages 45, 46)
Selects the audio format/track.
2 (volume) +/– (page 47)
Adjusts the volume.
DISPLAY (pages 37, 40, 53)
Displays playback and web browsing
information on the TV screen.
Displays the preset radio station, frequency,
etc., in the front panel display.
Displays the stream information 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 appears
only when a digital signal is input.
The stream information may not appear
depending on the stream or item being
decoded.
SLEEP (page 51)
Sets the sleep timer.
H (subtitle) (page 63)
Selects the subtitle language when
multilingual subtitles are recorded on a BDROM/DVD VIDEO.
I Operation mode buttons (page 52)
Changes the component to be operated on
the remote.
BD: You can operate this Blu-ray Disc/
DVD Home Theatre System.
TV: You can operate a TV.
STB: You can operate a cable box, digital
satellite receiver, digital video receiver, etc.
(favorites)
Displays the Internet contents added to the
Favorites List. You can save 18 favorite
Internet contents.
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Getting Started
Step 1: Installing the System
You can select from one of three positions for installing the main unit: in a vertical position, in a
horizontal position, or on a wall. For details, see “Selecting the installation position of the main unit”
Getting Started
(page 27).
You can also install the front speakers on a wall. For details, refer to the supplied “Speaker Installation
Guide.”
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 Subwoofer
D Main unit
• 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.
• Leave a space for inserting/ejecting the disc (approximately 15 cm) to the right (disc slot) side of the main unit when
placing an object nearby.
Approximately 15 cm
• Do not lean or hang on a speaker, as it may fall down.
• Image distortion on the TV screen may occur depending on the location of the subwoofer. In this case, place the
subwoofer away from the TV.
• Do not block the ventilation openings of the main unit (page 10).
• Place both front speakers the same distance apart from the listening position (A).
• The front speakers should be placed at least 0.6 m apart.
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• Place the front speakers forward from the TV. Make sure there are no obstacles in front of the speakers.
• Both front speakers should be pointed straight forward. Do not place the speakers at an angle.
Note on handling the subwoofer
Do not hold the subwoofer by the middle opening when lifting it. The speaker driver may be damaged.
When lifting the subwoofer, hold it from the bottom.
Opening
• It is recommended to place the subwoofer on a hard floor.
• You can place the subwoofer to the left or right of the main unit, facing the listening position.
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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 cords (mains leads) of the main unit and subwoofer 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
Getting Started
level where sound is not distorted.
Connecting the speakers to the subwoofer
Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks of the subwoofer.
When connecting to the subwoofer, insert the connector until it clicks.
Rear of the
front speaker
Rear panel of the subwoofer
Rear of the
front speaker
Red
(Front right
speaker (R))
White
(Front left
speaker (L))
Removing the panel cover of the main unit
Before connecting the cables, remove the panel cover from the main unit.
Press the panel cover at (A) gently,
then slide it out to the side.
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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 “ARC*”: 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
ABC
Audio connection
Getting Started
High Speed
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
Image quality
Rear panel of the main unit
(not supplied)
Video cord
Digital optical cord
(not supplied)
Yellow
**
Signal flow
: Video signal
: Audio signal
* Audio Return Channel. For details, see “About Audio Return Channel” (page 20).
** Available only when your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.
Yellow
To the
video input
jack of the
TV.
To the
HDMI IN
jack of the
TV.
To the
DIGITAL
OUT
(OPTICAL)
jack of the
TV.
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A HDMI cable connection
If your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV with a High Speed HDMI cable. This will provide
better image quality compared to other types of connections.
When connecting with a High Speed HDMI cable, you need to select the type of output signal when
performing the Easy Setup (page 32).
For further HDMI settings, see “[HDMI Settings]” (page 65).
About Audio Return Channel
If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function, a High Speed HDMI cable
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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] (page 65).
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.
• You can enjoy the TV sound by selecting the “TV” function (page 33).
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Connecting the other components with 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
connection can send both video and audio signals. By connecting the system and the component using
a High Speed 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 main unit
• 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
output setting. For details, see [Audio Output] in [Audio Settings] (page 62).
• You can change the audio input of a component that is connected to the HDMI IN 1 jack to the TV DIGITAL IN
(OPTICAL) jack. For details, see [HDMI1 Audio Input mode] in [HDMI Settings] (page 65). (European models
only.)
®
3, etc., with a High Speed HDMI cable. A High Speed HDMI cable
High Speed HDMI cable (not supplied)
To the HDMI OUT jack of
the set-top box/digital
satellite receiver or
PLAYSTATION
®
3, etc.
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Connecting the antenna (aerial)
Rear panel of the main unit
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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 main unit to an outdoor
FM antenna (aerial).
FM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied)
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Connecting to the network
• To connect the system to your network, you need to make network settings that suit your usage environment and
components. For details, see “Setting up the Network” (page 56) and “[Network Settings]” (page 66).
For BDV-L800/BDV-L800M
Select the method based on your LAN (Local Area Network) environment.
• If you use a wireless LAN
The system has built-in Wi-Fi, and you can connect the system to the network by making the network
settings.
• If you use other than a wireless LAN
Connect to the network by making a LAN cable connection as follows.
Rear panel of the main unit
Internet
ADSL modem/
cable modem
Broadband router
LAN cable
(not supplied)
Getting Started
• The placement distance between the main unit 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, place the main unit
and the wireless LAN router closer to each other. When you cannot place the main unit and the wireless LAN router
closer to each other, use the optional USB Wireless LAN Adapter (Sony UWA-BR100* only).
• To connect to a wireless LAN using a 5 GHz frequency band, you need the optional USB Wireless LAN Adapter
(Sony UWA-BR100* only).
* As of March 2011. The USB Wireless LAN Adapter may not be available in some regions/countries.
• You can also get information for network settings from the following Sony support page:
For customers in Europe:
http://support.sony-europe.com
For customers in other countries/regions:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
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For BDV-L600
Select the method based on your LAN (Local Area Network) environment.
Internet
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Rear panel of the main unit
ADSL modem/
cable modem
Broadband
router
LAN cable
(not supplied)
USB Wireless LAN
Adapter
(not supplied)
1 Wired Setup
Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN(100) terminal on the main 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 March 2011.
Turn the main 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 (rear or left) (page 11), turn the main unit on again.
• 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 Europe:
http://support.sony-europe.com
For customers in other countries/regions:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
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Inserting the wireless transceivers
The main unit transmits sound to the subwoofer that is connected to the front speakers. To activate
wireless transmission, perform the following Steps.
1 Insert a wireless transceiver into the main unit by matching the markings on the rear
panel.
Rear panel of the main unit
Wireless transceiver
2 Insert a wireless transceiver into the subwoofer.
Rear panel of the subwoofer
Wireless transceiver
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• Wireless transmission will activate after turning the main unit and subwoofer on (page 31).
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Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) to the main unit
Do not plug the AC power cord (mains lead) for the main unit into a wall outlet (mains) until you have
made all other connections.
1 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC adapter.
AC adapter (supplied)
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AC power cord (mains lead) (supplied)
2 Plug the connector of the AC adapter into the DC IN 14V connector on the rear of the
main unit.
To unplug the AC adapter cord
Lift (A) of the connector of the AC adapter out gently to remove it from the gap on the main unit (1),
turn the connector counterclockwise by 90 degrees (2), and then pull it out from the main unit (3).
• Do not pull by the cord when you unplug the AC adapter cord.
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Selecting the installation position of the main unit
You can select from one of three positions for installing the main unit: in a vertical position, in a
horizontal position, or on a wall.
To install the main unit in a vertical position
See “Attaching the covers” (page 28).
To install the main unit in a horizontal position
Refer to the supplied “Main Unit Installation Guide.”
To install the main unit on a wall
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Refer to the supplied “Main Unit Installation Guide.”
Contact an installer to install the main unit on a wall.
• To install the main unit on a wall, you need the wall mounting brackets A and B. These are not supplied with BDVL600, so purchase the brackets (WS-L100) if necessary.
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Attaching the covers
After you have made all the connections, organize the cables and attach the panel cover and the stand
cover by following the Steps below.
1 Place the main unit on its face.
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• Make sure to place the main unit on a soft thick cloth to prevent damaging the main unit.
2 Bring together the cables (except the FM wire antenna (aerial)), guide them through the
slot at the right of the main unit, behind the clamp (A), and through the slot at the
bottom of the main unit.
Thread the FM wire antenna (aerial) through the small indentation at the rear of the main
unit.
FM wire antenna (aerial)
3 Thread the AC power cord (mains lead) through the gap on the main unit by securing it
behind the tabs, guide it through the slot at the left of the main unit, behind the clamp
(B), and through the slot at the bottom of the main unit.
Tabs
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4 Attach the panel cover to the rear of the main unit.
Put the left edge of the lower part of the panel cover on (C), align the bottom projection of the
panel cover with (D), and then slide it inward until it clicks into place.
FM wire antenna (aerial)
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
• After attaching the panel cover, keep the FM wire antenna (aerial) as horizontal as possible.
• If a USB device (such as a USB memory) that has a long, thin body to the side panel, use the (USB) port
on the left side of the main unit.
5 Attach the stand cover to the rear of the main unit.
Align both edges of lower part of the stand cover with the guides on the stand (E), and then slide
the stand cover down gently.
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To remove the stand cover
Place the main unit on its face.
Press the catches on the stand down and slide the stand cover in the direction of the arrow in the
illustration below.
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To open the hatch of the panel cover
To arrange the cables to the left side of the main unit, open the hatch of the panel cover before you
attach the panel cover. Be sure not to lose the hatch.
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Hatch
To open the hatch, remove the panel cover, hold the hatch, and then pull it up and outward.
To close the hatch, align the projection of the hatch with the projection opening on the panel cover, and
then gently push in and down on the hatch until it clicks.
To open the hatch
To close the hatch
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Turning on the system
After you have made all connections in “Step 2: Connecting the System” (page 18), turn the system on.
1 Press "/1 to turn the main unit on.
"/1
2 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer into the wall outlet (mains).
After the subwoofer turns on, the LINK/STANDBY indicator turns green and the wireless
transmission is activated.
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LINK/STANDBY indicator
• If the LINK/STANDBY indicator does not turn on, see “Subwoofer” (page 13) and “Sound” (page 71).
About the standby mode
The subwoofer enters standby mode automatically (the LINK/STANDBY indicator turns red) when the
main unit is in standby mode or wireless transmission is deactivated.
The subwoofer turns on automatically (the LINK/STANDBY indicator turns green) when the main unit
is turned on and wireless transmission is activated.
To specify the wireless connection
If you use multiple wireless products or your neighbors use wireless products, interference may occur.
To prevent this, you can specify the wireless connection to link the main unit to the subwoofer (Secure
Link function). For details, see “Further Settings for the Wireless System” (page 55).
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Step 3: Performing the
Easy Setup
Follow the Steps below to make the basic
adjustments for using the system.
Displayed items vary depending on the country
model.
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C/X/x/c,
1 Turn on the TV.
2 Press [/1.
3 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.
"/1
HOME
To recall the Easy Setup Display
1 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press C/c to select [Setup].
3 Press X/x to select [Easy Setup], then
press .
4 Press C/c to select [Start], then press
.
The Easy Setup Display appears.
4 Perform the [Easy Setup]. Follow the
on-screen instructions to make the
basic settings using C/X/x/c and .
Depending on the connection method
(page 19), perform the following setting.
• HDMI cable connection: Follow the
instructions that are displayed on the TV
screen.
• Video cord connection: Select [16:9] or
[4:3] so that the picture is displayed
correctly.
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Step 4: Selecting the
Source
You can select the playback source.
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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 “BD/DVD” t …
FunctionSource
“BD/DVD”Disc, USB device, iPod/iPhone, or
“FM”FM radio (page 47)
“HDMI1”/
“HDMI2”
“TV”Component (TV, etc.) that is
network device to be played by the
system
Component that is connected to
the HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 jack
on the rear panel (page 21)
connected to the TV DIGITAL IN
(OPTICAL) jack on the rear panel,
or a TV compatib le with the Audio
Return Channel function that is
connected to the HDMI OUT jack
on the rear panel (page 19)
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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.
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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 Press X/x to select [Surround Setting], then press .
3 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,” or “TV” function
1 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears in the front panel display.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “SUR. SET” appears in the front panel display, then press
or c.
3 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 Press .
The setting is made.
5 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu in the front panel display turns off.
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About speaker output
The default setting is [Auto] (“AUTO”).
Surround settingEffect
[Auto]
“AUTO”
[2ch Stereo]
“2CH ST.”
• Depending on the input stream, the surround settings may not be effective.
• When you play a Super Audio CD, surround settings are not activated.
• You can also select the surround setting in [Surround Setting] of [Audio Settings] (page 63).
The system outputs the sound with suitable effect automatically depending on the source.
• 2 channel source: Outputs 2 channel sound as it is.
• Multi-channel source: Simulates 7.1 or 5.1 surround sound with two front speakers and a
subwoofer.
The system outputs 2 channel sound regardless of sound format or number of channels.
Multi-channel surround formats are downmixed to 2 channels.
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Playback
Playing a Disc
For playable discs, see “Playable Discs”
(page 75).
1 Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the system
appears on your TV screen.
2 Load a disc.
Labeled side facing the front
appears on the home menu and playback
starts.
If playback does not start automatically,
select in the [Video], [Music], or
[Photo] category, and press .
• Do not load a disc while the main unit is in standby
mode.
• Do not load a disc while the illumination LED is
flashing just after you turn on the main unit.
• Insert the disc straight into the disc slot.
1 Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port on the rear of the main unit.
For using BONUSVIEW only, skip to Step
3.
For local storage, use a 1 GB or larger USB
memory.
Rear panel
USB
memory
2 Prepare for BD-LIVE (BD-LIVE only).
• Connect the system to a network
(page 23).
• Set [BD Internet Connection] to [Allow]
(page 63).
3 Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/
BD-LIVE.
The operation method differs depending on
the disc. Refer to the operating instructions
of the disc.
• 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 BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE
Some BD-ROMs with “BD-LIVE Logo*” have
bonus content and other data that can be
downloaded for enjoyment.
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Enjoying Blu-ray 3D
You can enjoy Blu-ray 3D Discs with the 3D
logo*.
*
1 Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc playback.
• Connect the system to your 3Dcompatible TV using a High Speed HDMI
cable (not supplied).
• Set [3D Output Setting] and [TV Screen
Size Setting for 3D] in [Screen Settings]
(page 61).
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2 Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc.
The operation method differs depending on
the disc. Refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the disc.
• Refer also to the operating instructions of your 3Dcompatible TV.
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, audio,
subtitle)
E Playback information
Displays play mode, playing status bar, disc
type, video codec, bit rate, repeat type, elapsed
time, total playing time
F Chapter number
G The currently selected angle
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 76).
1 Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port on the main unit.
Refer to the operating instructions of the
USB device before connecting.
Rear panel/left side of the main unit
USB
device
2 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
3 Press C/c to select [Video],
[Music], or [Photo].
4 Press X/x to select [USB device
(rear)] or [USB device (left)], 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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Enjoying an iPod/iPhone
You can enjoy the music/video/photo and
charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the
system.
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.
(supplied) to the rear or left (USB)
port on the main 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 (supplied)
USB
T
U
O
V
I
O
D
E
Video cord (supplied)
2 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
3 Press C/c to select [Video],
[Music], or [Photo].
4 Press X/x to select [iPod (rear)] or
[iPod (left)], then press .
x If you selected [Video] or [Music] in
Step 3
The video/music files are listed on the TV
screen. Go to the next Step.
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.
5 Press C/X/x/c and to selectthe file
that you want to 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.
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You can operate the iPod/iPhone using the
buttons on the remote.
For operation details of the iPod/iPhone,
also refer to the operating instructions of the
iPod/iPhone.
• 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.
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,
operation may be different.)
For [Video]/[Music]
PressOperation
NStarts play.
XPauses play.
xStops play.
m or MFast reverses or forwards.
. or >Goes to the previous/next file or
chapter (if any).
• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the
system while the system is turned on.
• When [Auto Standby] is set to [On], the system may
turn off automatically while you are using an iPod/
iPhone.
• 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 main unit.
• This product has been designed specifically to work
with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to meet
Apple performance standards.
• 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.
• 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.
• When you conn ect an iPod that is not compatible with
the video output function and select [iPod (rear)]
or [iPod (left)] in [Video] or [Photo], an alert
message appears on the TV screen.
• The system can recognize up to 3,000 files (including
folders).
Playback
For [Photo]
PressOperation
N, XStarts/pauses play.
When you press and hold either of
these buttons for several seconds,
the connected iPod/iPhone enters
sleep mode.
xPauses play.
m or MFast reverses or forwards.
. or >Goes to the previous/next file.
When you press and hold either of
these buttons, the connected iPod/
iPhone fast reverses or fast forwards.
DISPLAYTurns the backlight on (or extends it
for 30 seconds).
OPTIONS, C Returns to previous display/folder
hierarchy.
X/xSelects the previous/next item.
, cEnters the selected item.
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Playing via a Network
D Network transmission speed
E The next video file name
F The currently selected video file name
Streaming BRAVIA Internet
Video
BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway
delivering selec ted Internet content and a variety
of on-demand entertainment straight to your
main unit.
• Some Internet content requires registration via a PC
before it can be played.
1 Prepare for BRAVIA Internet Video.
Connect the system to a network (page 23).
2 Press C/c to select [Video],
[Music], or [Photo].
3 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.
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.
Playing files on a Home
Network (DLNA)
You can play video/music/photo files on other
DLNA-certified components by connecting
them to your home network.
This main unit can be used as a player and
renderer.
• Server: Stores and sends files
• Player: Receives and plays files from the
server
• Renderer: Receives and plays files from the
server, and can be operated by another
component (controller)
• Controller: Operates the renderer component
Server
Player
(This system)
Player
A Control display
Press C/X/x/c or for playback operations.
B Playing status bar
Status bar, cursor indicating the current
position, playing time, duration of the video
file
Network condition indicator
C
connection.
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Prepare for using the DLNA function.
• Connect the system to a network (page 23).
• Prepare other DLNA-certified components.
For details, see the operating instructions of
the components.
Indicates signal strength for a wireless
Indicates a wired connection.
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To play files stored on a DLNA
server via the system (DLNA
Player)
Select the DLNA server icon from [Video],
[Music], or [Photo] in the home menu,
then select the file that you want to play.
Server
Playing the same music in
different rooms (PARTY
STREAMING)
Playback
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 STREAMINGcompatible components.
• PARTY host: Sends and plays files
• PARTY guest: Receives and plays files
Player
(This system)
To play remote files by operating
the system (Renderer) via a DLNA
controller
You can operate the system with a DLNAcertified controller, such as iPhone, when
playing files stored on a DLNA server.
Server
Controller
Renderer
(This system)
Control this system using a DLNA controller.
For details of operation, see the operating
instructions of the DLNA controller.
• Do not operate the system with the supplied remote
and a DLNA controller at the same time.
• For details about the DLNA controller, refer to the
operating instructions of the DLNA controller.
• The system is compatible with the “Play To” function
of Windows Media
with Windows 7.
®
Player 12 that comes standard
This main unit can be used as a PARTY host or
PARTY guest.
PARTY host
(This system)
PARTY guest
PARTY guest
Prepare for PARTY STREAMING.
• Connect the system to a network (page 23).
• Connect components which are compatible
with the PARTY STREAMING function.
To use the system as PARTY host
Select a track in [Music], then select [Start
Party] from the options menu to start a PARTY.
To close the PARTY, press HOME.
To use the system as PARTY
guest
Select [Party] in [Music], then select the
PARTY host device icon.
To leave the PARTY, press OPTIONS, then
select [Leave Party].
To close the PARTY, press OPTIONS, then
select [Close Party].
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• 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
To search for further related
information
Select an item in the lists, and then select the
service for searching.
Available Options
You can acquire content information using
Gracenote technology and search for related
information.
1 Connect the system to a network
(page 23).
2 Insert a disc or connect a USB device
with content about which you want to
search.
You can perform a video search from a BDROM or DVD-ROM, and a music search
from a CD-DA (music CD) or USB device.
3 Press C/c to select [Video] or
[Music].
4 Press X/x to select [Video Search]
or [Music Search].
The content information is displayed.
A Content details
Displays a list of related information, such as
title, cast, track, or artist.
B [Playback History]
Displays a list of previously played BD-ROM/
DVD-ROM/CD-DA (music CD) titles. Select
a title to acquire content information.
C [Search History]
Displays a list of previous searches performed
via the [Video Search] or [Music Search]
function.
Various settings and playback operations are
available by pressing OPTIONS. The available
items differ depending on the situation.
Common options
ItemsDetails
[Surround Setting]Changes the surround setting
[Repeat Setting]Sets repeat playback.
[3D Menu][3D Depth Adjustment]:
[Favourites List]Displays the Favorites List.
[Play/Stop]Starts or stops playback.
[Play from start]Plays the item from the
[Add to Favourites]Adds an Internet content item
[Remove from
Favourites]
[Start Party]Starts a party with the
[Leave Party]Leaves from a party which
[Close Party]Closes a party which the
(page 34).
Adjusts the depth of 3D
images.
beginning.
to the Favorites List.
Erases an Internet content
item from the Favorites List.
selected source.
This item may not appear
depending on the source.
the system is participating in.
The PARTY STREAMING
function continues among
other participating devices.
system is participat ing in. The
PARTY STREAMING
function ends for all other
participating devices.
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[Video] only[Music] only
ItemsDetails
[A/V SYNC]Adjusts the gap between
[3D Output Setting]Sets whether or not to output
[Video Settings]• [Picture Quality Mode]:
[Pause]Pauses playback.
[Top Menu]Displays the BD’s or DVD’s
[Menu/Popup Menu] Displays the BD-ROM’s
[Title Search]Searches for a title on BD-
[Chapter Search]Searches for a chapter and
[Angle]Switches to other viewing
[IP Content Noise
Reduction]
[Video Search]Displays information on the
picture and sound. For
details, see “Adjusting the
delay between the pictur e and
sound” (page 44).
3D video automatically.
• 3D video from the HDM I IN
1 or HDMI IN 2 jack is
output regardless of this
setting.
Selects the picture settings
for different lighting
environments.
• [FNR]: Reduc es the random
noise appearing in the
picture.
• [BNR]: Reduces the
mosaic-like block noise in
the picture.
• [MNR]: Reduces minor
noise around the picture
outlines (mosquito noise).
Top Menu.
Pop-up Menu or DVD’s
menu.
ROMs/DVD VIDEOs and
starts playback from the
beginning.
starts playback from the
beginning.
angles when multi-angles are
recorded on BD-ROMs/DVD
VIDEOs.
Adjusts the video quality for
Internet content.
BD-ROM/DVD-ROM based
on Gracenote technology.
ItemsDetails
[Add Slideshow
BGM]
[Music Search]Displays information on the
[Shuffle Setting]
(iPod/iPhone only)
Registers music files in the
USB memory as slideshow
background music (BGM).
audio CD (CD-DA) based on
Gracenote technology.
Sets shuffle playback.
[Photo] only
ItemsDetails
[Slideshow]Starts a slideshow.
[Slideshow Speed]Changes the slideshow speed.
[Slideshow Effect]Sets the effect when playing a
[Slideshow BGM]• [Off]: Turns off the
[Rotate Left]Rotates the photo
[Rotate Right]Rotates the photo clockwise
[View Image]Displays the selected picture.
slideshow.
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).
counterclockwise by
90 degrees.
by 90 degrees.
Playback
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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.
• Depending on the input stream, A/V SYNC may not
be effective.
When playing via the “BD/DVD”
function
1 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC], then
press .
3 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.
When playing via the “HDMI1,”
“HDMI2,” or “TV” function
1 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears in the front panel
display.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC”
appears in the front panel display, then
press or c.
3 Press X/x 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.
5 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu in the front panel display
turns off.
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Sound Adjustment
Selecting the Effect to
Suit the Source
You can select a suitable sound mode for movies
or music.
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SOUND
MODE
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.
• “MUSIC”: The system provides the sound for
music.
• “SPORTS”: The system adds reverberation for
sports programs.
• “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.
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.
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.
Press repeatedly during playback to
select the desired audio signal.
The audio information appears on the TV
screen.
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 80) 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.
x DVD-VR
The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are
displayed.
Example:
• [ Stereo]
• [ Stereo (Audio1)]
• [ Stereo (Audio2)]
•[ Main]
• [ Sub]
• [ Main/Sub]
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• [ 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).
• [ 2/R]: The sound of the right channel
(monaural).
• [ L+R]: The sound of both the left and right
channels output from each individual speaker.
Enjoying Multiplex
Broadcast Sound
(DUAL MONO)
You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when
the system receives or plays a Dolby Digital
multiplex broadcast signal.
• To receive the Dolby Digital signal, you need to
connect a TV or other component to the main unit
with a digital optical cord (page 19). If your TV is
compatible with the Audio Return Channel function
(pages 20, 65), you can receive a Dolby Digital signal
via a High Speed HDMI cable.
Press 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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Tuner
Listening to the Radio
You can enjoy radio sound with the system’s
speakers.
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C/X/x/c,
HOME
FUNCTION
2 +/–
Current band and preset number
"/1
Number
buttons
OPTIONS
PRESET +/–
TUNING +/–
x
Current station
Manual tuning
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly.
3 Adjust the volume by pressing
2 +/–.
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.
1 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press X/x to select [FM Mode], then
press .
3 Press X/x to select [Monaural].
• [Stereo]: Stereo reception.
• [Monaural]: Monaural reception.
4 Press .
The setting is made.
To turn off the radio
Press "/1.
Tuner
FM 7
MHz
88.00
SONY FM
Station name (European models
only)
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
appears in the front panel display.
2 Select the radio station.
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.
To stop the automatic tuning manually,
press TUNING +/– or x.
Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 20 stations. Before tuning,
make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
appears in the front panel display.
2 Press and hold TUNING +/– until the
auto scanning starts.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a
station.
3 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen.
4 Press X/x to select [Preset Memory],
then press .
5 Press X/x to select the preset number
you want, then press .
6 Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to store other
stations.
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To change the preset number
Select the desired preset number by pressing
PRESET +/–, then perform the procedure from
Step 3.
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.
• Y ou can select the preset station nu mber directly
by pressing the number buttons.
Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
* If an RDS broadcast is not received, the station
name may not appear in the front panel display.
• RDS may not work properly if the station you are
tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly,
or if the signal strength is weak.
• Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they
provide the same type of services. If you are not
familiar with the RDS system, check with your local
radio stations for details on RDS services in your
area.
• While receiving an RDS broadcast, each time you
press DISPLAY, the display in the front pa nel display
changes as follows:
Station name t Frequency t Preset number t
Stream information t Station name t …
(European models only)
What is the Radio Data
System?
The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal. This tuner offers convenient
RDS features, such as station name display.
The station name appears on the TV screen as
well.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
Simply select a station from the FM band.
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the station name* appears in the front
panel display.
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Other Operations
System Audio Control
You can simplify operation to enjoy sound from
the TV or other components.
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 a High Speed HDMI cable, operation is
simplified.
• 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
TV (page 19).
• To use the Position Control function, your TV must
have a sensor that can detect the listening position. In
this case, the sound level and/or picture quality of all
the components connected to the TV are also adjusted
according to the signal from your TV.
Using “BRAVIA” Sync
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 65)
System Power Off
You can turn the system off in sync with the TV.
• The system does not turn off automatically while
playing music or when set to the “FM” function.
One-Touch Play
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.
You can use the System Audio Control function
as follows:
• 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
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.
• Depending on the TV, when you adjust the main
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 main unit’s front panel display
may differ.
Audio Return Channel
You can enjoy TV sound via the sy stem by using
just one High Speed HDMI cable. For details of
the setting, see “Connecting the TV” (page 19).
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.
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.
Other Operations
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Routing Control
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.
• Make sure that the component is connected to the
system via a High Speed HDMI cable, and the
Control for HDMI function of the connected
component is set to on.
Position Control
This system adjusts the sound level of the right
and left front speakers automatically if your TV
is compatible with the External Device Control
of Position Control function. In this case, other
components connected to the TV are also
adjusted. For details, refer to the operating
instructions of your TV.
Setting the Speakers
x [Distance]
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 0.0 to 7.0
meters.
The speakers in the illustration correspond to the
following:
1Front left speaker (L)
2Front right speaker (R)
3Subwoofer
1
[Front Left/Right] 3.0 m: Set the front speaker
distance.
[Subwoofer] 3.0 m: Set the subwoofer distance.
3
2
A
[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.
1 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press C/c to select [Setup].
3 Press X/x to select [Audio Settings],
then press .
4 Press X/x to select [Speaker Settings],
then press .
The [Speaker Settings] display appears.
5 Press X/x to select the item, then press
.
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• Depending on the input stream, [Distance] may not
be effective.
x [Level]
You can adjust the sound level of the speakers.
You can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to +6.0
dB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy
adjustment.
[Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB
level.
[Subwoofer] 0.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level.
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
: Set the front speaker
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test tone is emitted from each speaker in
sequence.
Adjust the sound level as follows.
1 Set [Test Tone] to [On].
2 Press X/x to select [Level], then press
.
3 Press X/x to select the desired speaker
type, then press .
4 Press C/c to select the left or right
speaker, then press X/x to adjust the
level.
5 Press .
6 Repeat Steps 3 to 5.
7 Press RETURN.
The system returns to the previous display.
8 Press X/x to select [Test Tone], then
press .
9 Press X/x to select [Off], then press
.
• The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI
OUT jack.
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.
Press SLEEP.
Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display
(the remaining time) in the front panel display
changes by 10 minutes.
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.
To check the remaining time
Press SLEEP once.
To change the remaining time
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired
time.
Other Operations
• To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time,
press 2 +/–.
Deactivating the Buttons
on the Main Unit
(Child Lock)
You can deactivate the buttons on the main unit
(except for "/1) for preventing misoperation,
such as child mischief (child lock function).
Press x on the main unit for more than 5
seconds.
“LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.
The child lock function is activated and the
buttons on the main 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.
• When you operate the buttons on the main unit while
the child lock function is on, “LOCKED” flashes in
the front panel display.
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Controlling Your TV or
Other Components with
the Supplied Remote
You can control your TV and other components
such as a cable box or digital satellite receiver
with the supplied remote. The remote is initially
set to control Sony components.
You can control non-Sony components by
changing the preset code of the remote. For
operation, see “Changing the preset code of the
remote (Preset mode)” (page 52).
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the
remote setting may be reset to the default (SONY)
setting.
Controlling your components
with the supplied remote
1 Press the TV or STB operation mode
button that matches the component
you want to control.
2 Press the appropriated buttons listed
in the following table.
• z: The button can be used with the
default setting of the remote.
• a: The button can be used when you
change the preset code of the remote.
ButtonRemote’s mode
TVSTB
AV "/1
Number buttons
/
ENTER (-)
SLEEP (t/)
Color buttons
(red/green/
yellow/blue)
zz
zz
zz
za
za
zz
zz
zz
ButtonRemote’s mode
TVSTB
TOP MENU
()
POP UP/MENU
C/X/x/c,
RETURN
HOME (MENU)
OPTIONS
(TOOLS)
SOUND MODE
()
./>
m/M
N
X
x
2 +/–
PROG +/–
(c/C)
DISPLAY
(/)
• In TV or STB mode, if you press any of the buttons
above, the TV or STB operation mode button lights
up. (However, depending on the code setting, some
buttons may not work, and the TV or STB operation
mode button may not light up.)
• If you press other than the buttons above when the
remote is in TV or STB mode, the TV or STB
operation mode button does not light up.
• Depending on the TV or component, you may not be
able to use some of the buttons.
zz
zz
aa
zz
zz
zz
za
za
za
za
za
za
za
za
zz
zz
zz
zz
Changing the preset code of
the remote (Preset mode)
1 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press C/c to select [Setup].
3 Press X/x to select [Remote Controller
Setting Guide], then press .
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4 Press X/x to select [Preset Mode], then
press .
5 Press X/x to select the component type
that you want to operate with the
supplied remote, then press .
6 Press X/x to select the device’s
manufacturer, then press .
7 Press POP UP/MENU while pressing
the operation mode button TV (for a TV)
or STB (for a cable box, digital satellite
receiver, digital video recorder, etc.).
The remote enters Preset mode. The TV or
STB operation mode button (whichever
button you pressed) starts flashing.
8 When the TV or STB operation mode
button starts flashing, enter the code
on the TV screen using the number
buttons, then press ENTER.
If you successfully set the code, the TV or
STB operation mode button will flash twice
slowly. If the setting is unsuccessful, the
TV or STB operation mode button will
flash five times quickly.
• You can quit Preset mode by pressing the TV or STB
operation mode button (whichever button is
flashing).
• If you do not operate the remote for more than 10
seconds during presetting mode, the remote exits
from presetting mode.
Clearing the preset code from
the remote’s memory
Saving Power in Standby
Mode
Check that the following settings are both made:
– [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] is set
to [Off] (page 65).
– [Quick Start Mode] is set to [Off] (page 65).
Browsing Websites
You can connect to the Internet and enjoy
websites like the Sony homepage using the
system.
1 Prepare for Internet browsing.
Connect the system to a network (page 23).
2 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
3 Press C/c to select [Network].
4 Press X/x to select [Internet Browser],
then press .
The [Internet Browser] display appears.
• Some websites may not display correctly, or not
function.
To enter a URL
Select [URL entry] from the options menu.
Enter the URL using the software keyboard,
then select [Enter].
Other Operations
1 Press and hold AV ?/1 first, then press
2 –, then press CH –.
The BD, TV, and STB operation buttons
light up.
2 Release all buttons.
The BD, TV, and STB operation mode
buttons turn off and the preset code is
cleared. The remote returns to its default
settings.
To set the default start page
While the page you want to set is displayed,
select [Set as start page] from the options menu.
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.
To quit Internet Browser
Press HOME.
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Internet Browser display
You can check website information by pressing
DISPLAY. The display information differs
depending on the website and page status.
A Page title
B 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.
C Page address
D SSL icon
Appears when the linked URL is secured.
E Signal strength indicator
Appears when the system is connected to a
wireless network.
F Progress bar/Loading icon
Appears when the page is being read, or during
file download/transfer.
G Text input field
Press , then choose [Input] from the options
menu to open the software keyboard.
H Scroll bar
Press C/X/x/c to move the page display left,
up, down, or right.
Available options
Various settings and operations are available by
pressing OPTIONS.
The available items differ depending on the
situation.
ItemsDetails
[Browser Setup]Displays the Internet Browser
[Input]Displays the software
[Break]Moves the cursor to the next
[Delete]Erases one character on the
[Window List]Displays a list of all currently
[Bookmark List]Displays the bookmark list.
[Character encoding] Sets the character code.
[Previous page]Moves to a previously
[Next page]Moves to the previously
[Cancel loading]Stops loading a page.
[Reload]Reloads the same page.
[URL entry]Allows you to enter a URL
[Add to Bookmark]Adds the currently displayed
[Set as start page]Sets the currently displayed
[Open in new
window]
[Display certificate]Displays server certificates
settings.
• [Zoom]: Increases or
decreases the size of the
displayed contents.
• [JavaScript Setup]: Sets
whether to enable or disable
JavaScript.
• [Cookie Setup]: Sets
whether or not to accept
browser cookies.
• [SSL Alarm Display]: Sets
whether to enable or disable
SSL.
keyboard to enter characters
while browsing a website.
line in the text input field.
left side of the cursor during
text input.
opened websites.
Allows you to return to a
previously displayed website
by selecting the window.
displayed page.
displayed next page.
when the software keyboard
is displayed.
website to the bookmark list.
website as the default start
page.
Opens a link in a new
window.
sent from pages that support
SSL.
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Further Settings for the
Wireless System
Activating wireless
transmission between specific
units
[Secure Link]
8 Press C/c to select [Start], then press
.
To return to the previous display, select
[Cancel].
9 After the message [Secure Link setting
is complete.] appears, press .
The subwoofer is linked to the main unit
and the LINK/STANDBY indicator turns
orange.
If the message [Cannot set Secure Link.]
appears, follow the on-screen messages.
You can specify the wireless connection to link
the main unit to the subwoofer using the Secure
Link function.
This function can help prevent interference if
you use multiple wireless products or your
neighbors use wireless products.
1 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press C/c to select [Setup].
3 Press X/x to select [System Settings],
then press .
4 Press X/x to select [Wireless Sound
Connection], then press .
The [Wireless Sound Connection] display
appears.
5 Press X/x to select [Secure Link], then
press .
6 Press X/x to select [On], then press
.
To cancel the Secure Link function, select
[Off].
7 Press SECURE LINK on the rear of the
subwoofer.
Proceed to the next Step within a few
minutes.
To cancel the Secure Link
function
For the main unit
Select [Off] on Step 6 above.
For the subwoofer
Press and hold SECURE LINK on the rear of the
subwoofer until the LINK/STANDBY indicator
turns green or flashes green.
If wireless transmission is
unstable
[RF Channel]
If you use multiple wireless systems, such as a
wireless LAN (Local Area Network) or
Bluetooth, the wireless signals may be unstable.
In this case, the transmission may be improved
by changing the following [RF Channel] setting.
1 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press C/c to select [Setup].
3 Press X/x to select [System Settings],
then press .
4 Press X/x to select [Wireless Sound
Connection], then press .
The [Wireless Sound Connection] display
appears.
5 Press X/x to select [RF Channel], then
press .
6 Press X/x to select the desired setting,
then press .
Other Operations
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•[Auto]: Normally select this. The system
automatically selects the better channel
for transmission.
• [1], [2], [3]: The system transmits sound
by fixing the channel for transmitting.
Select the channel with the better
transmission.
• The transmission may be improved by changing the
transmission channel (frequency) of the other
wireless system(s). For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the other wireless system(s).
Setting up the Network
[Internet Settings]
Before setting, connect the system to the
network. For details, see “Connecting to the
network” (page 23).
To open the setting display
1 Press HOME.
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The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press C/c to select [Setup].
4 Press X/x to select [Internet Settings],
then press .
The [Internet Settings] display appears.
For BDV-L800/BDV-L800M
For BDV-L600
• 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.
• For more information, go to the following URL.
3 Press X/x to select [Network Settings],
then press .
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For customers in Europe:
http://support.sony-europe.com
For customers in other countries/regions:
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
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When connecting to the LAN
with a LAN cable
Follow the Steps below for connecting to a LAN
(Local Area Network).
Auto setting
1 Press X/x to select [Wired Setup] on
the [Internet Settings] display, then
press .
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.
4 Press X/x to select [Save & Connect],
then press .
The system starts checking the network
connection.
5 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
press .
2 Press X/x to select [Custom], then
press .
3 Press X/x to select the network setting
type, then press .
• [Auto]: The system sets the IP address
automatically, and the [DNS Settings]
display appears.
When you select [Auto] and press , the
system sets the DNS setting
automatically.
When you select [Specify IP address] and
press , enter the DNS settings
manually.
Press C/X/x/c and the number buttons to
set the following items, then press .
– [Primary DNS]
– [Secondary DNS]
• [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 .
–[IP Address]
– [Subnet Mask]
– [Default Gateway]
– [Primary DNS]
– [Secondary DNS]
4 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.
5 Press c.
6 Press X/x to select [Save & Connect],
then press .
The system starts checking the network
connection.
7 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.
When connecting to the
wireless LAN with the system’s
built-in Wi-Fi or the USB
Wireless LAN Adapter
Follow the Steps below for connecting to a
wireless LAN (Local Area Network).
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When your wireless router is
compatible with the WPS
function
1 Press X/x to select [Wireless
Setup(built-in)]* or [USB Wireless
Setup] on the [Internet Settings]
display, then press .
* BDV-L800/BDV-L800M only.
2 Press X/x to select [Wi-Fi Protected
Setup (WPS)], then press .
3 Activate the WPS function of your
wireless router, press X/x to select
[Start], then press .
For details about activating the WPS
function, see the operating instructions of
your router.
4 Check that the message [Wi-Fi
Protected Setup was successful.]
appears, then press c.
Setup of wireless LAN connectivity and the
IP address is finished.
Next, enter the proxy server setting. Follow
Steps 4 to 7 of “Manual setting” in “When
connecting to the LAN with a LAN cable”
above.
When your wireless router is not
compatible with the WPS
function
1 Press X/x to select [Wireless
Setup(built-in)]* or [USB Wireless
Setup] on the [Internet Settings]
display, then press .
* BDV-L800/BDV-L800M only.
2 Press X/x to select [Scan], then press
.
The system searches for available wireless
LANs, then the list of wireless LANs
appears.
3 Press X/x to select the wireless LAN
name, then press .
x When the selected 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” above.
x When the selected wireless LAN is
secured
The display for entering a WEP or WPA
key appears. Go to Step 5.
x To specify the wireless LAN name
Select [Manual Entry].
The input display appears. Enter the
wireless LAN name by following the onscreen messages, then press c.
4 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” above.
• [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.
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
by following the Steps of “Auto setting” or
“Manual setting” in “When connecting to
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display
You can make various adjustments of items such
as picture and sound.
Select (Setup) on the home menu when you
need to change the settings of the system.
The default settings are underlined.
• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over
the Setup Display settings and not all the functions
described may work.
1 Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2 Press C/c to select [Setup].
3 Press X/x to select the setup category
icon to change, then press .
Example: [Screen Settings]
IconExplanation
[Screen Settings] (page 61)
Makes the screen settings
according to the type of
connecting jacks.
[Audio Settings] (page 62)
Makes the audio settings
according to the type of
connecting jacks.
[BD/DVD Viewing Settings]
(page 63)
Makes detailed settings for BD/
DVD playback.
[Parental Control Settings]
(page 64)
Makes detailed settings for the
Parental Control function.
[Music Settings] (page 64)
Makes detailed settings for
Super Audio CD playback.
[System Settings] (page 64)
Makes the system-related
settings.
[Network Settings] (page 66)
Makes detailed settings for
Internet and network.
[Easy Setup] (page 66)
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make
the basic settings.
[Resetting] (page 66)
Resets the system to the factory
settings.
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You can setup the following options.
IconExplanation
[Remote Controller Setting
Guide] (page 60)
Makes the remote settings for
operating the TV or other
components.
[Network Update] (page 61)
Updates the software of the
system.
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[Remote Controller
Setting Guide]
x [Preset Mode]
You can change the preset code of the remote for
controlling non-Sony components. For details,
see “Changing the preset code of the remote
(Preset mode)” (page 52).
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[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 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.
x [TV Type]
[16:9]: Select this when connecting to a widescreen 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. 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 [DVD Aspect Ratio]
[Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture with black
bands on the top and bottom.
[Pan & Scan]: Displays a full-height picture on
the entire screen, with trimmed sides.
Settings and Adjustments
[Screen Settings]
x [3D Output Setting]
[Auto]: Normally select this.
[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.
• This setting does not apply to 3D video from the
HDMI IN 1 or HDMI IN 2 jack.
x [Cinema Conversion Mode]
[Auto]: Normally select this. The main 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.
x [Output Video Format]
[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.)
[Video]: Automatically sets the lowest
resolution.
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• When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and the video
output jack at the same time, select [Video].
• If no picture appears when setting [HDMI]
resolution, select [Video].
x [BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p Output]
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video
signals only when connecting a 1080/24pcompatible 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.
[YCbCr (4:2:2)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video
signals.
[YCbCr (4:4:4)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video
signals.
[RGB]: Select this when connecting to a device
with an HDCP-compliant DVI jack.
x [HDMI Deep Colour Output]
[Auto]: Normally select this.
[16bit], [12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 16bit/12bit/
10bit video signals when the connected TV is
compatible with Deep Colour.
[Off]: Select this when the picture is unstable or
colors appear unnatural.
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 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.
x [DTS Neo:6]
Simulates multi-channel surround sound from 2
channel sources according to the capability of
the connected device, and outputs the sound via
the HDMI OUT jack.
[Cinema]: Outputs simulated multi-channel
sound from 2 channel sources using DTS Neo:6
Cinema mode.
[Music]: Outputs simulated multi-channel
sound from 2 channel sources using DTS Neo:6
Music mode.
[Off]
: Outputs sound with its original number of
channels.
x [Audio DRC]
You can compress the dynamic range of the
sound track.
: Performs playback at the dynamic range
[Auto]
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.
[Off]: No compression of dynamic range.
x [Audio Output]
You can select the output method where the
audio signal is output.
[Speaker]: Outputs sound from the system’s
speakers only.
[Speaker + HDMI]
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.
: Outputs sound from the
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• When [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 65),
[Audio Output] is set to [Speaker + HDMI]
automatically and this setting cannot be changed.
• Audio signals are not output from the HDMI OUT
jack when [Audio Output] is set to [ Speaker + HDMI]
and [HDMI1 Audio Input Mode] (page 65) is set to
[TV]. (European models only.)
• When [Audio Output] is set to [HDMI], the output
signal format for the “TV” function is 2-channel
linear PCM. (European models only.)
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.
The upper limit of sampling frequency is set to
48 kHz.
[Off]: The sound effects are disabled. Select this
when you do not want to set the upper limit of
sampling frequency.
x [Surround Setting]
You can select the surround setting. For details,
see “Step 5: Enjoying Surround Sound”
(page 34)
x [Speaker Settings]
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set
the speakers. For details, see “Setting the
Speakers” (page 50).
) to on/off.
[BD/DVD Viewing
Settings]
You can make detailed settings for BD/DVD
playback.
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
“Language Code List” (page 80).
Settings and Adjustments
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
“Language Code List” (page 80).
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” (page 80).
x [BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer]
[BD]: Plays BD layer.
[DVD/CD]: Plays DVD or CD layer.
x [BD Internet Connection]
[Allow]: Normally select this.
[Do not allow]
: Prohibits Internet connection.
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[Parental Control
[Music Settings]
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.
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
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 [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 [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.
x [Internet Video Unrated]
[Allow]: Allows the playback of unrated
Internet videos.
[Block]: Blocks the playback of unrated Internet
videos.
You can make detailed settings for Super Audio
CD playback.
x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer]
[Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD
layer.
[CD]: Plays the CD layer.
x [Super Audio CD Playback Channels]
[DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2ch area.
[DSD Multi]
: Plays the multi-channel area.
[System Settings]
You can make the system-related settings.
x [OSD]
You can select your language for the system onscreen displays.
x [Wireless Sound Connection]
You can make further settings for the wireless
system. For details, see “Further Settings for the
Wireless System” (page 55).
Also, you can check the wireless transmission
status. When wireless transmission is activated,
[OK] appears to the right of [Status].
x [Illumination/Display]
You can select the status of the soft-touch
buttons (page 10), front panel display (page 12),
and illumination LED (page 10).
For BDV-L800/BDV-L800M
[All Sync/On]: The illumination LED moves to
match all audio. The soft-touch buttons and the
front panel display stay illuminated.
[Music Sync/On]
to match the music or the radio only. The softtouch buttons and the front panel display stay
illuminated.
[Music Sync/Off]: The illumination LED moves
to match the music or the radio only. The softtouch buttons and the front panel display turn off
when the system is not being operated.
: The illumination LED moves
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[Simple/Off]: The soft-touch buttons and the
front panel display turn off when the system is
not being operated.
For BDV-L600
[Standard/On]: The soft-touch buttons and the
front panel display stay illuminated.
[Simple/Off]: The soft-touch buttons and the
front panel display turn off when the system is
not being operated.
x [Remote Sensor]
You can select the remote sensor to be used
according to the installation position of the main
unit.
• This function is available only when [Control for
HDMI] is set to [On].
[HDMI1 Audio Input Mode] (European models
only)
You can select the audio input of the component
that is connected to the HDMI IN 1 jack.
[HDMI1]: The sound of the component that is
connected to the HDMI IN 1 jack is input from
the HDMI IN 1 jack.
[TV]: The sound of the component that is
connected to the HDMI IN 1 jack is input from
the TV DIGITAL IN (OPTICAL) jack.
In a vertical
position
[Vertical/Horizontal]
In a horizontal
position
: Both the remote sensors
are active. The one in the vertical position has
priority.
[Vertical]: Only the remote sensor in the vertical
position is active.
[Horizontal]: Only the remote sensor in the
horizontal position is active.
x [HDMI Settings]
[Control for HDMI]
: On. You can operate mutually between
[On]
components that are connected with a High
Speed HDMI cable.
[Off]: Off.
[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 a High Speed
HDMI cable.
[Off]: Off.
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.
x [Auto Standby]
[On]: Turns on the [Auto Standby] function.
When you do not operate the system for about
30 minutes, the system enters standby mode
automatically.
[Off]: Turns off the function.
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.
x [Screen Saver]
[On]: Turns on the screen saver function.
[Off]: Off.
x [Software Update Notification]
[On]: Sets the system to inform you of newer
software version information (page 61).
[Off]: Off.
Settings and Adjustments
x [Gracenote Settings]
[Auto]: Automatically downloads disc
information when you stop playback of the disc.
To download, the system must be connected to
the network.
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[Manual]: Downloads disc information when
[Video Search] or [Music Search] is selected.
x [System Information]
You can display the system’s software version
information and the MAC address.
x [Media Remote Device Registration]
Registers your “Media remote” device.
x [Registered Media Remote Devices]
Displays a list of your registered “Media
remote” devices.
[Network Settings]
You can make detailed settings for Internet and
network.
x [Internet Settings]
Connect the system to the network beforehand.
For details, see “Connecting to the network”
(page 23).
x [Network Connection Diagnostics]
You can run the network diagnostic to check if
the network connection has been made properly.
x [Connection Server Settings]
Sets whether or not to display the connected
DLNA server.
x [Renderer Set-up]
[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.
[Renderer Name]: Displays the system’s name
as it is listed on other DLNA devices on the
network.
[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.
x [Renderer Access Control]
Sets whether or not to accept commands from
DLNA controllers.
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.
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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.
• Do not touch the AC power cords (mains leads) with
wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.
On power sources
• Unplug the main 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 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 ti me, the cabinet
becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction.
However, touching the cabin et 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 openings by putting
anything on the system. The system is equipped with
a high power amplifier. If the ventilation openings are
blocked, the system can overheat and malfunction.
• Do not place the system on surfaces (rugs, blankets,
etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may
block the ventilation openings.
• Do not install the system in a confined space, such as
a bookshelf or similar unit.
• 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.
• Do not place heavy objects on the system.
• Do not place metal objects in front of the front panel.
They may limit reception of radio waves.
• Do not place the system in a place where medical
equipment is in use. It may cause a malfunction of
medical equipment.
• If you use a pacemaker or other medical device,
consult your physician or the manufacturer of your
medical device before using the wireless LAN
function.
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 main 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.
• 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 main unit
and have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
On adjusting volume
• 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 cleaning
• Clean the cabine t, 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.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• To remove fingerprints on the front panel of the main
unit, wipe it with a slightly moistened, well-wrung
soft cloth (BDV-L800 only).
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.
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On AC adapter
• Use the supplied AC adapter (AC-BD100) for this
player, as other adapters may cause a malfunction.
• Do not disassemble or reverse-engineer.
• Do not confine the AC adapter in a closed place such
as a bookshelf or an AV cabinet.
• Do not connect the AC adapter to a traveler’s electric
transformer, which may generate heat and cause a
malfunction.
• Do not drop or apply shock.
• The equipment shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing.
• The appliance coupler/inlet shall be easily accessible
and readily operable.
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.
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.
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.
On moving the system
• Before moving the system, make sure that there is no
disc inserted, and remove the AC power cords (mains
leads) from the wall outlet (mains).
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• 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.
In the event of a problem with the wireless sound function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system
together (main unit and subwoofer).
General
SymptomProblems and solutions
The power is not turned on.• Check that the AC power cords (mains leads) for the main unit and subwoofer
The remote does not function.• The distance between the remote and the main unit is too far.
The disc does not eject and you
cannot remove the disc even
after you press Z.
The system does not work
normally.
Messages
are connected securely.
• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the main unit is connected
securely to the AC adapter.
• Check that the connector of the AC adapter is connected securely to the DC IN
14V connector on the rear of the main unit.
• The batteries in the remote are weak.
• Try the following: 1 Press and hold N and Z on the main unit for more than
5 seconds to eject the disc. 2 Remove the disc. 3 Disconnect the AC power
cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect after several
minutes.
• Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then
reconnect after several minutes.
Additional Information
SymptomProblems 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.
“PROTECTOR” and “PUSH
PWR” appear alternately in the
front panel display.
“LOCKED” appears in the front
panel display.
“DEMO LOCK” appears in the
front panel display.
“Exxxx” appears in the front
panel display.
appears without any
messages on the entire TV
screen.
• See [Network Update] (page 61) to update the system to a newer software
version.
Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the following items after
“STANDBY” disappears.
• Is anything blocking the ventilation openings 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.
• Set the child lock function to off (page 51).
• 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.
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Picture
SymptomProblems and solutions
There is no picture.• Check the output method on your system (page 19).
There is no picture when you
make an HDMI cable
connection.
3D images from the HDMI IN 1
or HDMI IN 2 jack do not appear
on the TV screen.
No picture appears when the
video output resolution selected
in [Output Video Format] is
incorrect.
The dark area of the picture is too
dark/the bright area is too bright
or unnatural.
The picture is not output
correctly.
Picture noise appears.• Clean the disc.
An image is not displayed on the
entire TV screen.
Color irregularity occurs on the
TV screen.
There is no picture after playing
a video/photo file on the iPod/
iPhone.
• The main unit is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front panel
does not light up) (page 19).
• Check that the HDMI OUT jack of the main unit and the HDMI IN jack of your
TV are connected via a High Speed HDMI cable.
• Depending on the TV or video component, 3D images may not appear.
• The TV may take time to detect 3D signals.
• Press and hold N and VOL – on the main unit for more than 5 seconds to reset
the video output resolution to the lowest resolution.
• Set [Picture Quality Mode] to [Standard] (default) (page 43).
• Check the [Output Video Format] settings in [Screen Settings] (page 61).
• If the analog and digital signals are output at the same time, set [BD/DVDROM 1080/24p Output] in [Screen Settings] to [Off] (page 62).
• For BD-ROMs, check the [BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p Output] settings in
[Screen Settings] (page 62).
• If the picture output from your system goes through your VCR to get to your
TV, the copy-protection signal a pplied to some BD/DVD programs could affect
picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your
main unit directly to your TV, try connecting your main unit to the other input
jacks.
• Check the setting of [TV Type] in [Screen Settings](page 61).
• The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.
• If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV or projector, install the speakers
at least 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.
• Select the input on your TV for this system.
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Sound
SymptomProblems and solutions
There is no sound or wireless
transmission is not activated.
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.
The system does not output
sound correctly when connected
to a set-top box.
Severe hum or noise is heard.• Move your TV away from the audio components.
The sound loses stereo effect
when you play a CD.
The left and right sounds are
unbalanced or reversed.
• The speaker cord is not connected securely.
• Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer is connected
securely.
• Check that the volume of the main unit is other than “0.”
• Check the status of the LINK/STANDBY indicator on the subwoofer.
– Turns off.
– Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer is connected
securely.
– Turn the subwoofer on by pressing "/1 on the subwoofer.
– Flashes green quickly.
– 1 Press "/1 on the subwoofer. 2 Insert the wireless transceiver into the
subwoofer correctly. 3 Press "/1 on the subwoofer.
–Flashes red.
–Press "/1 to turn off the subwoofer, and check the following items.
1Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
2Is anything blocking the ventilation openings of the subwoofer?
After checking the above items and fixing any problems, turn on the
subwoofer. If the cause of the problem cannot be found even after
checking all the above items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
– Flashes green or orange slowly or turns red.
– Make sure that the wireless transceiver is inserted correctly into the main
unit.
– Make the [Secure Link] setting again (page 55).
– Sound transmission is poor. Move the subwoofer so that the LINK/
STANDBY indicator turns green or orange.
– Move the system away from other wireless devices.
– Avoid using any other wireless devices.
– Turns green or orange.
– Check the speaker connections.
• HDMI IN 1 and HDMI IN 2 does not accept an audio format that contains copy
protection.
• Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [On]
(page 65). Also, set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System
Settings] to [Auto] (page 65).
• Make sure that your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.
• Make sure that a High Speed HDMI cable is connected to a jack on your TV
that is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.
• Set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [Off]
(page 65).
• Clean the disc.
• Select stereo sound by pressing (page 45).
• Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.
Additional Information
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SymptomProblems and solutions
Sound is unstable.• The Position Control function of your TV is enabled. For details on disabling
Noise is heard from front
speakers or sound from the front
speakers skips.
the function, refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
• Wireless transmission is unstable. Change the [RF Channel] setting in
[Wireless Sound Connection] (page 55).
• Install the main unit and subwoofer closer to each other.
• Do not install the main unit and subwoofer in a closed rack, on a metal rack, or
under a table.
Tuner
SymptomProblems and solutions
Radio stations cannot be tuned
in.
• Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected securely. Adjust the antenna
(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 direct tuning.
Playback
SymptomProblems and solutions
The disc does not play.• The region code on the BD/DVD does not match the system.
• Moisture has condensed inside the main unit and may cause damage to the
lenses. Remove the disc and leave the main unit turned on for about half an
hour.
• The system cannot play a recorded disc that is not correctly finalized (page 75).
File names are not displayed
correctly.
A disc does not start playing
from the beginning.
Playback does not start from the
resume point where you last
stopped playing.
The language for the soundtrack/
subtitle or angles cannot be
changed.
Bonus contents or other data that
are contained in a BD-ROM
cannot be played.
• 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.
• Resume play has been selected. Press OPTIONS and select [Play from start],
then press .
• The resume point may be cleared from memory depending on the disc when
– you eject the disc.
– you disconnect the USB device.
– you play other content.
– you turn off the main unit.
• Try using the BD’s or DVD’s menu.
• Multi-lingual tracks/subtitles or multi-angles are not recorded on the BD or
DVD being played.
• Try the following: 1 Remove the disc. 2 Turn the system off. 3 Remove and
reconnect the USB device (page 37). 4 Turn the system on. 5 Insert the BDROM with BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE.
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USB device
SymptomProblems 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 (USB) port.
• Check if the USB device or a cable is damaged.
• Check if the USB device is on.
• If the USB device is connected via a USB hub, disconnect it and connect the
USB device directly to the main unit.
BRAVIA Internet Video
SymptomProblems and solutions
The picture/sound is poor/certain
programs display with a loss of
detail, especially during fastmotion or dark scenes.
The picture is small.• Press X to zoom in.
• Picture/sound quality may be poor depending on Internet content providers.
• Picture/sound quality may be improved by changing the connection speed.
Sony recommends a connection speed of at least 2.5 Mbps for standarddefinition video and 10 Mbps for high-definition video.
• Not all videos contain sound.
“BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for HDMI])
SymptomProblems and solutions
The [Control for HDMI]
function does not work
(“BRAVIA” Sync).
• Check that [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 65).
• 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
HDMI] to [On] (page 65).
• 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.
Additional Information
Network connection
SymptomProblems and solutions
The system cannot conne ct to the
network.
• Check the network connection (page 23) and the network settings (page 66).
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Built-in/USB wireless LAN connection
SymptomProblems and solutions
You cannot connect your PC to
the Internet after [Wi-Fi
Protected Setup (WPS)] is
performed.
You cannot connect the system
to your wireless LAN router.
The desired wireless rout er is not
detected even if [Scan] is
performed.
The system cannot connect to the
network or the network
connection is unstable.
• The wireless settings of the router may change automatically if you use the
Wi-Fi Protected Setup function before adjusting the settings of the router. In
this case, change the wireless settings of your PC accordingly.
• Check if the wireless LAN router is on.
• 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 main unit
away from such devices, or turn off such devices.
• Press RETURN to return to the previous screen, and try [Scan] again. If the
desired wireless router is still not detected, press RETURN to select [Manual
registration].
• The distance between the main unit and the wireless LAN router is too far
(page 23).
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Playable Discs
Blu-ray Disc
3)
DVD
3)
CD
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
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.
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
1)
2)
Note on playback operations of a
BD/DVD
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.
Note about double-layer BDs/
DVDs
The playback picture and sound may be
momentarily interrupted when the layers switch.
Region code (BD-ROM/DVD
VIDEO only)
Your system has a region code printed on the
rear of the main unit and will only play a BDROM/DVD VIDEO (playback only) labeled
with identical region codes or .
ALL
Additional Information
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
Notes on 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.
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Playable Types of Files
1)
Video
File formatExtensions
MPEG-1 Video/PS
MPEG-2 Video/PS,
2)6)
TS
Xvid“.avi”
MPEG4/AVC
2)5)
WMV9
AVCHD
Music
File formatExtensions
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio
Layer III)
2)4)5)
AAC
WMA9 Standard
LPCM“.wav”
Photo
File formatExtensions
JPEG“.jpg,” “.jpeg”
GIF“.gif”
PNG“.png”
1)
The system does not play these files via the renderer
function.
2)
The system does not play files encoded with DRM.
3)
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.
4)
The system does not play files encoded with
Lossless, etc.
5)
The system does not play these files via the DLNA
function.
6)
The system plays SD resolution only via the DLNA
function.
2)5)
“.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,”
“.mts”
2)5)
“.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,”
“.m2ts,” “.mts”
“.wmv,” “.asf”
3)5)
“.mp3”
“.m4a”
2)4)
“.wma”
1)
– up to 500 files in a single tree
• The system can recognize the following files or
folders stored in the DLNA server:
– up to folders in the 18th tree
– up to 999 files in a single tree
• 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
keyboards (front (USB) port only).
• 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.
• 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.
• Some files m ay not play depending on the file format,
the file encoding, the recording condition, or DLNA
server 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
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Supported Audio Formats
Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.
Format
Function
“BD/DVD”
“HDMI1”
“HDMI2”
“TV”
(DIGITAL IN)
LPCM 2chLPCM 5.1ch
LPCM 7.1ch
aaaaaaaa
a–a–a–––
a–a–a–––
a: Supported format.
–: Unsupported format.
• HDMI IN 1 and HDMI IN 2 jacks 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.
Dolby Digital Dolby
TrueHD ,
Dolby Dig ital
Plus
DTSDTS-ES
Discrete 6.1,
DTS-ES
Matrix 6.1,
DTS96/24
DTS-HD
High
Resolution
Audio
DTS-HD
Master
Audio
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Specifications
Amplifier Section
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Subwoofer:120 W (at 4 ohms, 80 Hz)
BDV-L800/BDV-L800M:
POWER OUTPUT (rated)
Front L/Front R:85 W + 85 W (at 4 ohms,
1 kHz, 1% THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Front L/Front R:130 W (per channel at
4 ohms, 1 kHz)
BDV-L600:
POWER OUTPUT (rated)
Front L/Front R:80 W + 80 W (at 4 ohms,
1 kHz, 1% THD)
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Front L/Front R:115 W (per channel at
4 ohms, 1 kHz)
Inputs (Digital)
TV (Audio Return Channel/OPTICAL)
Supported formats: LPCM
2CH (up to 48 kHz), Dolby
Digital, DTS
HDMI IN 1/HDMI IN 2 Supported formats: LPCM
2CH (up to 96 kHz), Dolby
Digital, DTS
Video Section
OutputsVIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms
HDMI Section
ConnectorType A (19pin)
BD/DVD/Super Audio CD/CD System
Signal format systemNTSC/PAL
USB Section
(USB) port:Type A (For connecting
USB memory, memory
card reader, digital still
camera, and digital video
camera)
LAN Section
LAN(100) terminal100BASE-TX Terminal
Wireless LAN Section
BDV-L800/BDV-L800M
Standards ComplianceIEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency and Channel2.4 GHz - 2.4835 GHz
Dimensions (approx.)
AC Adapt er122 mm × 37 mm × 6 4 mm
Main Unit480 mm × 46 mm × 232
Mass (approx.)
AC Adapter0.3 kg
Main UnitL800: 3.2 kg
Input: 110 V - 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
Output: 14 V DC, 3.3 A
Operating Temperature:
40 °C (MAX)
Standby: 0.3 W (at the
Power Saving mode)
(w/h/d)
mm (w/h/d)
480 mm × 259 mm × 103
mm (w/h/d) (with stand)
480 mm × 105 mm × 231
mm (w/h/d) (in a
horizontal position)
4.2 kg (with stand)
L800M: 3.3 kg
L600: 3.0 kg
with stand)
4.3 kg (
4.0 kg (with stand)
Speakers
Front Speaker (SS-TSL800) for BDV-L800/
BDV-L800M
Speaker system2-Way 2-Driver Speaker
Speaker unitTweeter: 25 mm dome
Rated impedance4 ohms
Dimensions (approx.)123 mm × 475 mm × 137
Mass (approx.)1.3 kg
system
type
Full range: 65 mm cone
type
mm (w/h/d)
Front Speaker (SS-TSL600) for BDV-L600
Speaker system2-Way 2-Driver Speaker
Speaker unitTweeter: 25 mm dome
Rated impedance4 ohms
system Bass reflex
type
Full range: 50 mm cone
type
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Dimensions (approx.)112 mm × 320 mm × 112
mm (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)0.9 kg
Active Subwoofer (SA-WSL600)
Speaker systemSubwoofer
Speaker unit160 mm cone type
Rated impedance4 ohms
Dimensions (approx.)275 mm × 395 mm × 290
mm (w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)9 kg
General (Subwoofer)
Power requirements220 V - 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
Power consumptionOn: 70 W
Standby: Approx. 0.6 W
Off: 0.3 W
Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50)
Communication systemWireless sound
Specification version 1.0
Output23 mW (EIRP)
Frequency band5.725 GHz - 5.875 GHz
Modulation methodDSSS
Power requirementsDC 3.3 V, 300 mA
Dimensions (approx.)30 mm × 9 mm × 60 mm
(w/h/d)
Mass (approx.)10 g
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Additional Information
• Standby power consumption 0.3 W (main unit),
0.3 W (subwoofer).
• Over 85% power efficiency of amplifier block is
achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-Master.
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Language Code List
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Parental Control Area Code 64
Parental Control Settings 64
Party Auto Start 66
Password 64
Pause Mode 62
Play information 37
Playable discs 75
Preset Mode 60
Q
Quick Start Mode 65
R
RDS 48
Region code 75
Registered Media Remote
Devices 66
Remote control 14
Remote Controller Setting
Guide 60
Remote Sensor 65
Renderer Access Control 66
Renderer Set-up 66
Reset to Factory Default