Blu-Ray Disc™/ DVD Home Theatre System: Operating Instructions

4-418-125-12(2)
Blu-ray Disc™/
DVD Home Theatre
System
Operating Instructions
BDV-N990W/BDV-N890W
The following FCC statement
WARNING applies only to the version of this
model manufactured for sale in the
Do not install the appliance in a U.S.A. Other versions may not
confined space, such as a bookcase comply with FCC technical
or built-in cabinet. regulations.
To reduce the risk of fire, do not
cover the ventilation opening of the NOTE:
apparatus with newspapers, This equipment has been tested and
tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not This appliance is classified as a found to comply with the limits for
place the naked flame sources such CLASS 1 LASER product. This a Class B digital device, pursuant to
as lighted candles on the apparatus. marking is located on the rear Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
Do not expose batteries or exterior. limits are designed to provide
apparatus with battery-installed to reasonable protection against
excessive heat such as sunshine, For the customers in harmful interference in a residential
fire or the like. installation. This equipment
the U.S.A.
To prevent injury, this apparatus generates, uses, and can radiate
must be securely attached to the
To reduce the risk of fire radio frequency energy and, if not
floor/wall in accordance with the or electric shock, do not installed and used in accordance
installation instructions. expose this apparatus to with the instructions, may cause
Indoor use only. rain or moisture. harmful interference to radio
These following indications are communications. However, there is
CAUTION located on the bottom exterior. no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular
The use of optical instruments with
installation. If this equipment does
this product will increase eye
cause harmful interference to radio
hazard. As the laser beam used in
or television reception, which can
this Blu-ray Disc / DVD Home
be determined by turning the
Theatre System is harmful to eyes,
equipment off and on, the user is
do not attempt to disassemble the
This symbol is intended to encouraged to try to correct the
cabinet.
alert the user to the interference by one or more of the
Refer servicing to qualified
presence of uninsulated following measures:
personnel only.
“dangerous voltage” within the – Reorient or relocate the receiving
product’s enclosure that may be of antenna (aerial).
sufficient magnitude to constitute a – Increase the separation between
risk of electric shock to persons. the equipment and receiver.
This symbol is intended to – Connect the equipment into an
alert the user to the outlet on a circuit different from
presence of important that to which the receiver is
operating and maintenance connected.
(servicing) instructions in the – Consult the dealer or an
literature accompanying the experienced radio/TV technician
appliance. for help.
This appliance is classified as a
CLASS 3R LASER product. Owner’s Record CAUTION
Visible and invisible laser radiation The model and serial numbers are You are cautioned that any changes
is emitted when the laser protective located on the bottom exterior of or modifications not expressly
housing is opened, so be sure to the unit. Record these numbers in approved in this manual could void
avoid direct eye exposure. the space provided below. Refer to your authority to operate this
This marking is located on the laser them whenever you call upon your equipment.
protective housing inside the Sony dealer regarding this product.
enclosure. Model No. BDV-N890W
Properly shielded and grounded
Serial No.______________ cables and connectors must be used
for connection to host computers
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and/or peripherals in order to meet apparatus combination to avoid plug from the AC outlet
FCC emission limits. injury from tip-over. immediately.
Important Safety On watching 3D video

Instructions images
1) Read these instructions. Some people may experience
2) Keep these instructions. discomfort (such as eye strain,
13) Unplug this apparatus during fatigue, or nausea) while watching
3) Heed all warnings.
lightning storms or when 3D video images. Sony
4) Follow all instructions. unused for long periods of time. recommends that all viewers take
5) Do not use this apparatus near 14) Refer all servicing to qualified regular breaks while watching 3D
water. service personnel. Servicing is video images. The length and
6) Clean only with dry cloth. required when the apparatus frequency of necessary breaks will
7) Do not block any ventilation has been damaged in any way, vary from person to person. You
openings. Install in accordance such as power-supply cord or must decide what works best. If you
with the manufacturer’s plug is damaged, liquid has experience any discomfort, you
instructions. been spilled or objects have should stop watching the 3D video
8) Do not install near any heat fallen into the apparatus, the images until the discomfort ends;
sources such as radiators, heat apparatus has been exposed to consult a doctor if you believe
registers, stoves, or other rain or moisture, does not necessary. You should also review
apparatus (including operate normally, or has been (i) the instruction manual and/or the
amplifiers) that produce heat. dropped. caution message of any other
9) Do not defeat the safety device used with, or Blu-ray Disc
purpose of the polarized or For the customers in contents played with this product
grounding-type plug. A Canada and (ii) our website (http://
polarized plug has two blades To reduce the risk of fire or electric esupport.sony.com/) for the latest
with one wider than the other. A shock, do not expose this apparatus information. The vision of young
grounding type plug has two to dripping or splashing, and do not children (especially those under six
blades and a third grounding place objects filled with liquids, years old) is still under
prong. The wide blade or the such as vases, on the apparatus. development. Consult your doctor
third prong are provided for (such as a pediatrician or eye
your safety. If the provided doctor) before allowing young
Properly shielded and grounded
plug does not fit into your children to watch 3D video images.
cables and connectors must be used
outlet, consult an electrician for Adults should supervise young
for connection to host computers
replacement of the obsolete children to ensure they follow the
and/or peripherals.
outlet. recommendations listed above.
10) Protect the power cord from
For the main unit
being walked on or pinched For the customers in
particularly at plugs, The nameplate and the date of
manufacture marking are located the U.S.A.
convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from on the bottom exterior.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/
Precautions receiver (HBD-
accessories specified by the On power sources
N890W)
manufacturer. • The unit is not disconnected from This equipment must not be co-
12) Use only with the cart, stand, the mains as long as it is located or operated in conjunction
tripod, bracket, or table connected to the AC outlet, even with any other antenna or
specified by the manufacturer, if the unit itself has been turned transmitter.
or sold with the apparatus. off.
When a cart is used, use caution • As the main plug is used to This equipment complies with FCC
when moving the cart/ disconnect the unit from the radiation exposure limits set forth
mains, connect the unit to an for an uncontrolled environment
easily accessible AC outlet. and meets the FCC radio frequency
Should you notice an abnormality (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
in the unit, disconnect the main Supplement C to OET65.
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This device complies with part 15
message will be displayed and
of the FCC rules. Operation is
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transceiver (EZW- interrupted.
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About These
Operating
Instructions
• The instructions in these
Operating Instructions
describe the controls on the
remote. You can also use the
controls on the unit if they
have the same or similar
names as those on the remote.
• In this manual, “disc” is used
as a general reference for
BDs, DVDs, Super Audio
CDs, or CDs unless otherwise
specified by the text or
illustrations.
• The instructions in this
manual are for BDV-N990W
and BDV-N890W. BDV-
N990W is the model used for
illustration purposes. Any
difference in operation is
clearly indicated in the text,
for example, “BDV-N990W
only.”
• Some illustrations are
presented as conceptual
drawings, and may be
different from the actual
products.
• The items displayed on the
TV screen may vary
depending on the area.
• The default setting is
underlined.
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Table of Contents
About These Operating Instructions ....... 7 Deactivating the Buttons on
Unpacking ............................................... 9 the Unit........................................... 40
Index to Parts and Controls................... 11 Controlling Your TV or Other
Getting Started Components with the Supplied
Remote ........................................... 40
Step 1: Installing the System .......16 Changing the Brightness of the Front
Step 2: Connecting the System ...17 Panel Display and Power
Connecting the speakers ......... 17
Indicator ......................................... 41
Connecting the TV .................... 18
Saving Power in Standby Mode ........... 41
Connecting the other components
Browsing Websites ............................... 42
(Set-top box, etc.) .................. 19
Further Settings for the Wireless
Connecting the antenna
(aerial) .................................... 21 System ............................................ 43
Step 3: Preparing for Network Settings and Adjustments
Connection ..............................21 Using the Setup Display ....................... 45
Step 4: Setting up the Wireless [Remote Controller Setting Guide] ...... 45
System .....................................22 [Network Update] ................................. 45
Step 5: Performing the Easy [Screen Settings]................................... 46
Setup ........................................24 [Audio Settings].................................... 47
Step 6: Selecting the Source .......25 [BD/DVD Viewing Settings] ............... 48
Step 7: Enjoying Surround [Parental Control Settings] ................... 48
Sound .......................................26 [Music Settings].................................... 49
Playback [System Settings].................................. 49
Playing a Disc ....................................... 27 [External Input Settings]....................... 50
Playing from a USB Device.................. 28 [Network Settings]................................ 50
Enjoying an iPod/iPhone....................... 29 [Easy Setup].......................................... 51
Playing via a Network........................... 30 [Resetting] ............................................ 51
Available Options ................................. 32 Additional Information
Sound Adjustment Precautions ........................................... 52
Selecting the Audio Format, Multilingual Notes about Discs ................................. 53
Tracks, or Channel.......................... 35 Troubleshooting.................................... 54
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Playable Discs ...................................... 58
Sound .............................................. 35 Playable Types of Files ........................ 59
Supported Audio Formats..................... 60
Tuner Specifications ....................................... 61
Listening to the Radio........................... 36 Language Code List.............................. 63
Other Operations Index ..................................................... 64
Using the Control for HDMI Function for
“BRAVIA” Sync ............................ 37
Calibrating the Appropriate Speaker
Settings Automatically ................... 37
Setting the Speakers.............................. 38
Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 39
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Unpacking
BDV-N990W
• Front speakers (2) • Speaker-bottom covers (4) • Remote commander
(remote) (1)
• Bases (4)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• Lower parts of the front and

• Calibration mic (1)
surround speakers (4)
• Surround speakers (2)
• Dock for iPod/iPhone

(TDM-iP30) (1)
• Screws (silver) for the speaker

(4)
• Center speaker (1)
• USB cable (1)
• Screws (black) for the speaker

(12)
• Video cord (1)
• Subwoofer (1)
• Stand (1)
• Surround amplifier (1)
• Screws for the stand (3)
• Speaker cords (4, red/white/ • Wireless transceivers (2)

gray/blue)
• Cord cover (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Operating Instructions

• Quick Setup Guide
• Speaker Installation Guide
or
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BDV-N890W
• Front speakers (2) • Speaker-bottom covers (2) • Calibration mic (1)
• Bases (2)
• Dock for iPod/iPhone

(TDM-iP30) (1)
• Lower parts of the front
speakers (2)
• Surround speakers (2)
• USB cable (1)
• Video cord (1)

• Center speaker (1)
• Screws (silver) (2)
• Surround amplifier (1)

• Screws (black) (6)
• Subwoofer (1)
• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
• Wireless transceivers (2)
or
• Remote commander
(remote) (1) • Operating Instructions
• Speaker cords (2, red/white)
• Quick Setup Guide
• Speaker Installation Guide
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
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Index to Parts and Controls
For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.
Front panel
Slot
USB 2
FUNCTION VOL VOL
BDV-N990W
BDV-N890W
USB 2 Slot
A Disc slot (page 27) About soft-touch buttons/

B Front panel display indicators
C (remote sensor) These buttons function when the soft-touch
button indicators are lit.
D USB 2 port (page 28)
You can turn on/off the indicators by setting
Open the cover using a fingernail in the slot.
[Illumination/Display] (page 49). When you set
E Soft-touch buttons/indicators [Illumination/Display] to [Auto], the indicators
N (play) turn off. In this case, touch any soft-touch
x (stop) button. When the indicators light up, touch the
desired button.
./> (previous/next)
Z (eject)
• These buttons work when you touch them lightly. Do
FUNCTION (page 25) not press on them with excessive force.
Selects the playback source.
VOL +/–
F Power indicator
Lights up while the system is turned on.
G "/1 (on/standby)
Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode.
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Front panel display
About the indications in the front panel display
A Lights up when repeat play is F Displays the system’s status, such as

activated. radio frequency, etc.
B Lights up when stereo sound is When you press DISPLAY, the stream
received. (Radio only) information/decoding status is displayed
C Lights up when the system is playing when the function is set to “TV.”
via the PARTY STREAMING function. The stream information/decoding status
may not appear depending on the stream or
D Lights up when muting is on.
item being decoded.
E Lights up when the HDMI (OUT) jack is
correctly connected to an HDCP (High-
bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
compliant device with HDMI or DVI
(Digital Visual Interface) input.
Rear panel
TV AUDIO
USB 1 OPTICAL L
ANTENNA
VIDEO OUT COAXIAL 75
A.CAL MIC
SPEAKERS
R
ARC
DIGITAL IN AUDIO IN ECM-AC3 FM FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER CENTER

LAN (100) IN 1 IN 2 OUT
A Wireless transceiver slot (page 22) G TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page

B USB 1 port (page 28) 18)
C LAN (100) terminal (page 21) H AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 19)
D VIDEO OUT jack (page 18) I A.CAL MIC jack (pages 24, 37)
E HDMI (IN 1/IN 2) jacks (page 19) J ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75Ω) jack
(page 21)
F HDMI (OUT) jack (page 18)
K SPEAKERS jacks (page 17)
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Surround amplifier
Front panel Rear panel
L R
IMPEDANCE USE 3-16
SPEAKERS
EZW-RT50
SECURE LINK
LINK/STANDBY
A "/1 (Power) C Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50) slot

B LINK/STANDBY indicator (page 23) D SPEAKERS jacks
You can check the status of wireless E SECURE LINK button (page 43)
transmission between the main unit and Starts the Secure Link function.
surround amplifier.
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A Z (eject)
Remote control SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO
Selects whether TV sound is output from
The buttons for system operation only are the system’s speakers or the TV’s
described below. See “Controlling Your TV or speaker(s). This function works only when
Other Components with the Supplied Remote” you set [Control for HDMI] to [On]
(page 40) for the buttons for operation of the (page 49).
connected components.
AV "/1 (on/standby) (page 40)
Turns on the TV or other component, or sets
SPEAKERS
TV AUDIO AV
it to standby mode.
1
BRAVIA Sync "/1 (on/standby) (pages 24, 36)
BD 1 2 3 Turns on the system or sets it to standby
TV 4 5 6
mode.
9 2 B Number buttons (pages 36, 40)
STB 7 8 9
DIMMER ENTER Enters the title/chapter numbers, preset
0 station number, etc.
YELLOW BLUE RED GREEN
3 ENTER
TOP MENU POP UP/ MENU
Enters the selected item.
GUIDE LIST
C Color buttons (yellow/blue/red/green)
4
TOOLS Short cut keys for selecting items on some
RETURN OPTIONS
BD menus (can also be used for Java
FUNCTION MENU SOUND MODE interactive operations on BDs).
HOME 5
PAGE
NETFLIX PRESET PRESET
PAGE
SEN D TOP MENU
TUNING PLAY TUNING
Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top
6 Menu.
SUBTITLE PAUSE STOP
8 POP UP/MENU
CC
MUTING VOL CH DISPLAY Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up
7 Menu, or the DVD’s menu.
AUDIO SLEEP
OPTIONS (pages 26, 32, 42)
INPUT
Displays the options menu on the TV screen
• Number 5, AUDIO, CH +, and N buttons or in the front panel display. (The location
have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a differs based on the selected function.)
reference when operating the remote. RETURN
• Names of buttons that work after pressing the Returns to the previous display.
TV or STB operation mode buttons are C/X/x/c
indicated with yellow label. Moves the highlight to a displayed item.
The system automatically (enter)
returns to standby mode Enters the selected item.
If any button on the unit or remote is not pressed E FUNCTION (pages 25, 36)
within 30 minutes, the system automatically Selects the playback source.
returns to standby mode. By setting [External Input Settings]
(page 50), you can skip unused inputs when
selecting a function.
HOME (pages 24, 36, 37, 38, 42, 43, 45)
Enters or exits the system’s home menu.
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SOUND MODE (page 26) G MUTING
Selects the sound mode. Turns off the sound temporarily.
NETFLIX AUDIO (page 35)
Accesses the “NETFLIX” online service. Selects the audio format/track.
SEN VOL +/– (page 36)
Accesses the “Sony Entertainment Adjusts the volume.
Network™” online service. DISPLAY (pages 27, 30, 42)
F Playback operation buttons Displays playback and web browsing
See “Playback” (page 27). information on the TV screen.
./> (previous/next) Displays the preset radio station, frequency,
Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or etc., in the front panel display.
file. SLEEP (page 39)
m/M (fast/slow/freeze frame) Sets the sleep timer.
Fast reverse/fast forward the disc during H SUBTITLE
playback. Each time you press the button, Selects the subtitle language when
the search speed changes. multilingual subtitles are recorded on a BD-
Activates slow-motion play when pressed ROM/DVD VIDEO.
for more than one second in pause mode. I Operation mode buttons (page 40)
Plays one frame at a time when pressed in Changes the component to be operated on
pause mode. the remote.
BD: You can operate this Blu-ray Disc/
• During Blu-ray 3D Disc playback, slow-motion DVD Home Theatre System.
reverse play and single-frame reverse play are TV: You can operate a TV.
not available.
STB: You can operate a cable box, digital
N (play) satellite receiver, digital video receiver, etc.
Starts or re-starts playback (resume play). DIMMER
Activates One-Touch Play (page 37) when Sets the brightness of the front panel
the system is on and set to the “BD/DVD” display and power indicator to either of 2
function. levels.
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 36).
PRESET +/–
TUNING +/–
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Attaching the stand to the unit
Getting Started
Getting Started
(BDV-N990W only)
Step 1: Installing the You can install the unit in a raised position by
attaching the stand.
System 1 Insert the pins of the stand in the holes
on the bottom of the unit.
How to position the system

Install the system by referring to the illustration
below.
A B
F
C
G
Stand (supplied)
D E
2 Secure the stand with the screws.
A Front speaker (L (left))

B Front speaker (R (right))
C Center speaker
D Surround speaker (L (left))
E Surround speaker (R (right))
F Subwoofer
G Unit
H Surround amplifier Screws (supplied)
• Use caution when placing the speakers and/or

speaker stands attached to the speakers on a specially
treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining
or discoloration may result.
• Do not lean or hang on a speaker, as it may fall down.
• The speaker of this set is not anti-magnetic. This may
result in color unevenness when it is placed near a
CRT TV or projector.
• You can install the speakers on a wall. For details,

refer to the supplied “Speaker Installation Guide.”
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To the surround amplifier
Step 2: Connecting the
System
Getting Started
Blue Gray
(Surround left (Surround right
Do not connect the AC power cords (mains speaker (L)) speaker (R))
leads) of the unit and surround amplifier to a
wall outlet (mains) until all the other L R
connections are made.

To assemble the speakers, refer to the supplied IMPEDANCE USE 3-16
SPEAKERS
“Speaker Installation Guide.”
• When you connect another component with a volume

control, turn down the volume of the other
components to a level where sound is not distorted.
Connecting the speakers

Connect the speaker cords to match the color of
the SPEAKERS jacks of the unit.
When connecting to the unit, insert the
connector until it clicks.
To the unit
Red
(Front right speaker (R))
White
(Front left speaker (L))
Purple
(Subwoofer)
Green
(Center speaker)
SPEAKERS
FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER CENTER
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Connecting the TV
Getting Started
Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV.
B A
TV AUDIO
USB 1 OPTICAL L
ANTENNA
A.CAL MIC
SPEAKERS
R
ARC

C D
Video connections
A High quality
HDMI cable1) (not supplied) 2)
ARC
or
OUT
B
Video cord (not supplied3))
VIDEO OUT
Standard
quality
1) Use a High Speed HDMI cable.
2) Ifthe HDMI IN jack of your TV is compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function, an HDMI cable
connection can also send a digital audio signal from the TV. For setting the Audio Return Channel function, see
[Audio Return Channel] (page 49).
3) The supplied video cord is for connection of the Dock for iPod/iPhone.
Audio connections
If you do not connect the system to the TV’s HDMI jack that is compatible with the ARC function,
make an appropriate audio connection for listening to TV sound via the system’s speakers.
C TV High quality
OPTICAL
Digital optical cord (not supplied)
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL IN
D AUDIO
L
L Audio cable (not supplied)
AUDIO
OUTPUT
R R
AUDIO IN Standard
quality
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Connecting the other components (Set-top box, etc.)
Getting Started
Connect the system, other components, and TV as follows.
TV
Video out*
Component
(Set-top box, VCR, PlayStation®, or
digital satellite receiver, etc.)
Connection A Connection B, C
Signal flow
: Video signal
: Audio signal
System
* This connection is unnecessary for connection A (HDMI connection).
Select one of the following connection methods according to the jack type of the component.
TV AUDIO
USB 1 OPTICAL L
ANTENNA
A.CAL MIC
SPEAKERS
R
ARC

A B C
A High quality
HDMI cable* (not supplied)
HDMI OUT
IN 1 IN 2
B TV
OPTICAL
Digital optical cord (not supplied)
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL IN
C AUDIO
L Audio cable (not supplied) L
AUDIO
OUTPUT
R R
AUDIO IN
Standard
quality
* Use a High Speed HDMI cable.
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When you make connection A
This connection can send both video and audio signals.
Getting Started
• 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 47).
When you make connection B, C

Connect the system so that video signals from the system and other component are sent to the TV, and
audio signals from the component are sent to the system.
• If you make connection B, C, set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [Off] (page 49).
• You can enjoy component sound by selecting the “AUDIO” function for connection B.
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Connecting the antenna Step 3: Preparing for
(aerial)
Network Connection
Getting Started
Rear panel of the unit
• To connect the system to your network, perform
[Easy Network Settings]. For details, see “Step 5:
AUDIO
Performing the Easy Setup” (page 24).
L
ANTENNA
COAXIAL 75
A.CAL MIC
R
AUDIO IN ECM-AC3 FM FRONT R FRONT L

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
or 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
FM wire antenna (aerial) cable connection as follows.
(supplied)
• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).

• After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep USB 1
TV
OPTICAL
VIDEO OUT
it as horizontal as possible.
ARC
LAN (100) IN 1 IN 2 OUT DIGITAL IN
• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial

cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor Broadband router
FM antenna (aerial). LAN
LAN cable (not supplied)
Before performing the network

settings
When your wireless LAN router (access point)
is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)-compatible,
you can easily set the network settings with the
WPS button.
If not, check the following information in
advance, and record it in the space provided
below.
• The network name (SSID*) that identifies
your network**.
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• If security is set on your wireless network, the
security key (WEP key, WPA key)**. Step 4: Setting up the
Wireless System
Getting Started
* SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that

identifies a particular wireless network.
** You need to check the settings of your wireless The unit transmits sound to the surround
LAN router to get the information about SSID and amplifier that is connected to the surround
security key. For details:
speakers. To activate wireless transmission,
– visit the following website:
perform the following Steps.
http://www.sony.com/blurayhtsupport/
– refer to the instruction manual supplied with the 1 Insert the wireless transceiver into the
wireless LAN router unit.
– consult the manufacturer of the wireless LAN
router
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. Wireless transceiver
x No Security 2 Insert the wireless transceiver into the

Although you can easily make settings, anyone surround amplifier.
can intercept wireless communication or intrude
Rear panel of the surround amplifier
into your wireless network, even without any
sophisticated tools. Keep in mind that there is a
risk of unauthorized access or interception of
data.
x WEP
WEP applies security to communications to EZ
W-R
T50
prevent outsiders from intercepting

communications or intruding into your wireless
network. WEP is a legacy security technology
that enables older devices which do not support
TKIP/AES to be connected.
x WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP) Wireless transceiver
TKIP is a security technology developed in
response to the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP
3 Connect the AC power cord (mains
lead) of the unit.
assures a higher security level than WEP.
Before connecting the AC power cord,
x WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES) make sure all connections in “Step 2:
AES is a security technology that uses an Connecting the System” (page 17) are
advanced security method distinct from WEP secure.
and TKIP.
AES assures a higher security level than WEP or
TKIP.
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4 Press "/1 to turn the system on. About the standby mode
The surround amplifier enters standby mode
"/1
automatically when the main unit is in standby
Getting Started
mode or wireless transmission is deactivated.
The surround amplifier turns on automatically
when the main unit is turned on and wireless
5 Connect the AC power cord (mains
transmission is activated.
lead) of the surround amplifier.
To specify the wireless
LINK/STANDBY indicator connection
If you use multiple wireless products or your
neighbors use wireless products, interference
LINK/STANDBY
may occur. To prevent this, you can specify the
wireless connection to link the main unit to the
When wireless transmission is activated, surround amplifier (Secure Link function). For
the LINK/STANDBY indicator turns details, see “Further Settings for the Wireless
green. System” (page 43).
If the LINK/STANDBY indicator does not
turn on, see “Wireless sound” (page 56).
Attaching the cord cover to the
About the LINK/STANDBY unit
indicator
The LINK/STANDBY indicator shows wireless (BDV-N990W only)
transmission status, as follows.
You can shield the connectors with the cord
Indicator Status cover when you use the unit in a raised position
Turns green. The system is turned on, wireless with the stand.
transmission is activated and
surround signals are being
received. • Make sure that the wireless transceiver is inserted
into the unit (page 22) before attaching the cord
Turns orange. The system is turned on, wireless
cover.
transmission is activated with the
Secure Link function, and
surround signals are being Insert the pins of the cord cover in the
received. holes on the rear of the unit.
Flashes green or Wireless transmission is
Cord cover (supplied)
orange slowly. deactivated.
Turns red. The surround amplifier is in
standby mode while the system is
in standby mode or wireless
transmission is deactivated.
Turns off. The surround amplifier is turned
off.
Flashes green The wireless transceiver is not
quickly. inserted correctly into the wireless
transceiver slot.
Flashes red. The surround amplifier’s
protection is active.
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6 Perform [Easy Initial Settings]. Follow
Step 5: Performing the the on-screen instructions to make the
basic settings using C/X/x/c and .
Easy Setup
Getting Started
Follow the Steps below to make the basic C/X/x/c

adjustments and network settings for the system.
Displayed items vary depending on the country
model. Depending on the connection method
1 Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (page 18), perform the following setting.
(supplied) by matching the 3 and # • HDMI cable connection: Follow the
ends on the batteries to the markings instructions that are displayed on the TV
inside the compartment. screen.
• Video cord connection: Select [16:9] or
[4:3] so that the picture is displayed
correctly.
For details about [Auto Calibration]

settings in [Easy Initial Settings], see
“Calibrating the Appropriate Speaker
Settings Automatically” (page 37).
7 After completing of [Easy Initial
2 Turn on the TV. Settings], perform [Easy Network
Settings]. Press C/X/x/c to select [Easy
3 Connect the calibration mic to the
Network Settings], then press .
A.CAL MIC jack on the rear panel.
The Easy Network Settings display
Set up the calibration mic at ear level using
appears.
a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of
each speaker should face the calibration 8 Follow the on-screen instructions to
mic, and there should be no obstruction make the network settings using C/X/x/
between the speakers and the calibration c and .
mic. If the system cannot connect to the network,
see “Network connection” (page 58) or
4 Press [/1.
“Wireless LAN connection” (page 58).
5 Switch the input selector on your TV so
that the signal from the system To recall the Easy Initial Settings
appears on the TV screen. display/Easy Network Settings
The Easy Setup Display for OSD language display
selection appears.
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 X/x to select the setting, then
press .
• [Easy Initial Settings]
• [Easy Network Settings]
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The Easy Initial Settings display/Easy
Network Settings display appears. Step 6: Selecting the
Source
Getting Started
You can select the playback source.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the
desired function appears in the front panel
display.
When you press FUNCTION once, the current
function appears in the front panel display, then
each time you press FUNCTION, the function
changes as follows.
“BD/DVD” t “USB1” t “USB2” t “FM”

t “HDMI1” t “HDMI2” t “TV” t
“AUDIO” t “BD/DVD” t …
Function Source
“BD/DVD” Disc or network device to be
played by the system
“USB1”/“USB2” USB device or iPod/iPhone that is
connected to the USB 1
(page 12) or USB 2 port
(page 11)
“FM” FM radio (page 36)
“HDMI1”/ Component that is connected to
“HDMI2” the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2)
jack on the rear panel (page 19)
“TV” Component (TV, etc.) that is
connected to the TV (DIGITAL
IN OPTICAL) jack on the rear
panel, or a TV compatible with the
Audio Return Channel function
that is connected to the HDMI
(OUT) jack on the rear panel
(page 18)
“AUDIO” Component that is connected to
the AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R)
jacks on the rear panel (page 19)
Some functions may be changed via the TV screen by

pressing FUNCTION, X/x, and .
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Sound mode Effect
Step 7: Enjoying [3D Surround] [3D Surround] is a unique Sony
(“3D SUR.”) algorithm that provides a 3D
Surround Sound
Getting Started
sound experience with depth and

presence by creating a virtual
After performing the previous Steps and starting sound field close to your ears.
playback, you can easily enjoy pre-programmed [Sports] The system provides optimized
sound modes that are tailored to different kinds (“SPORTS”) sound for watching sports
of sound sources. They bring the exciting and programs.
powerful sound of movie theaters into your [Night] Suitable for watching movies at
home. (“NIGHT”) night by reducing loud sounds
while maintaining clear dialog.
[Hall] The system creates sound as
Selecting the sound mode (“HALL”) though you were listening in a
concert hall.
Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during [2ch Stereo] The system outputs the sound
playback until the desired mode appears in (“2CH ST.”) from the front speakers and
the front panel display or on the TV screen. subwoofer regardless of sound
You can select the following items. The text format or number of channels.
enclosed in brackets ([--]) appears on the TV [Demo Sound] The system provides ear-catching
screen, and the text enclosed in double quotation (“DEMO SND”) sound, suitable for presentations,
etc.
mark (“--”) appears in the front panel display.
Sound mode Effect • If you set the sound mode to [Auto] and play Internet
[Auto] The system selects [Movie] or content of the Berlin Philharmonic, the system enters
(“AUTO”) [Music] automatically to produce to “BERLIN PHILHARMONIC HALL” mode
the sound effect depending on the automatically (only for areas that are offered the
disc or sound stream. service).
• 2-channel source: The system
simulates surround sound from To select the sound mode from
2-channel sources and outputs the option menu
sound from the 5.1 channel
speakers by duplicating 1 Press OPTIONS and X/x to select
2-channel source sound across [Sound Mode], then press .
each speaker. 2 Press X/x to select the sound mode,
• Multi-channel source: The then press .
system outputs sound from the
speakers depending on the
number of channels of the • The sound mode can be selected only when [Sound
source. Effect] is set to [Sound Mode On] (page 47). When
[Sound Effect] is set to other than [Sound Mode On],
[Movie] The system provides the
the sound mode setting does not apply.
(“MOVIE”) optimized sound for watching
movies.
[Music] The system provides the • To enjoy 2-channel source in such as a CD multi-
(“MUSIC”) optimized sound for listening to channel output, select [Auto], [Sports], [3D
music. Surround], or [Hall].
[Audio Enhancer] The system optimizes 2-channel
(“ENHANCER”) sources by enhancing sound lost
by audio compression. Sound
volume is automatically adjusted
so that you can enjoy audio
contents with inconsistent volume.
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• To delete data in the USB memory, select [Erase BD
Playback Data] in [Video], and press . All data stored in
the buda folder will be deleted.
Playing a Disc
Playback
For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” Enjoying Blu-ray 3D
(page 58).
You can enjoy Blu-ray 3D Discs with the 3D
1 Switch the input selector on your TV so logo*.
that the signal from the system
appears on your TV screen. *
2 Load a disc. 1 Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc playback.

• Connect the system to your 3D-
compatible TV using a High Speed HDMI
cable (not supplied).
• Set [3D Output Setting] and [TV Screen
Size Setting for 3D] in [Screen Settings]
(page 46).
2 Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc.
The operation method differs depending on
the disc. Refer to the operating instructions
Playback starts.
supplied with the disc.
If playback does not start automatically,
select in the [Video], [Music], or
[Photo] category, and press . • Refer also to the operating instructions of your 3D-
compatible TV.
Enjoying BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE
Some BD-ROMs with “BD-LIVE Logo*” have
bonus content and other data that can be
downloaded for enjoyment.
*
1 Connect the USB device to the USB
1 port (page 12).
For local storage, use a 1 GB or larger USB
memory.
2 Prepare for BD-LIVE (BD-LIVE only).
• Connect the system to a network
(page 21).
• Set [BD Internet Connection] to [Allow]
(page 48).
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.
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Displaying the playback Playing from a USB
information
Device
You can check the playback information, etc.,
You can play video/music/photo files on a
by pressing DISPLAY.
connected USB device.
The displayed information differs depending on
For playable types of files, see “Playable Types
the disc type and system status.
of Files” (page 59).
Example: when playing a BD-ROM 1 Connect the USB device to the USB
1 port (page 12) or USB 2 port
(page 11).
Refer to the operating instructions of the
USB device before connecting.
2 Press HOME.
3 Press C/c to select [Video],
[Music], or [Photo].
4 Press X/x to select [USB device
(USB1)] or [USB device (USB2)],
then press .
A Output resolution/Video frequency
B Title number or name
• Do not remove the USB device during
C The currently selected audio setting operation. To avoid data corruption or damage
D Available functions ( angle, audio, to the USB device, turn the system off before
subtitle) connecting or removing the USB device.
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
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2 Press HOME.
Enjoying an iPod/iPhone The home menu appears on the TV screen.
You can enjoy the music/video/photo and

3 Press C/c to select [Video],
[Music], or [Photo].
charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the
system. 4 Press X/x to select [iPod (USB1)] or
Playback
[iPod (USB2)], then press .
Compatible iPod/iPhone models x If you selected [Video] or [Music] in
Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest Step 3
software before using with the system. The video/music files are listed on the TV
screen. Go to the next Step.
Made for iPod touch 4th generation, iPod touch
x If you selected [Photo] in Step 3
3rd generation, iPod touch 2nd generation, iPod
[Please change the TV input to the video
nano 6th generation, iPod nano 5th generation
input...] appears on the TV screen. Switch
(video camera), iPod nano 4th generation
the input selector on your TV so that the
(video), iPod nano 3rd generation (video), iPod
signal from the iPod/iPhone appears on
classic, iPhone 4S, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS,
your TV screen. Then, start the slideshow
iPhone 3G
by operating the iPod/iPhone directly.
To enjoy an iPod/iPhone via the 5 Press C/X/x/c and to select the file
system that you want to play.
1 Connect the Dock for iPod/iPhone to The sound from the iPod/iPhone is played
on the system.
the USB 1 port (page 12) or USB
2 port (page 11), then place the iPod/ When you play a video file, switch the input
iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/iPhone. selector on your TV so that the signal from
When you play a video/photo file, connect the iPod/iPhone appears on your TV screen.
the video out jack of the Dock for iPod/ You can operate the iPod/iPhone using the
iPhone to the video input jack of your TV buttons on the supplied remote.
with a video cord before placing the iPod/ For operation details of the iPod/iPhone,
iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/iPhone. also refer to the operating instructions of the
iPod/iPhone.
USB 1 port or TV
USB 2 port of the unit
• To change a system setting, such as the sound mode
setting, while viewing images from your iPod/iPhone
on your TV, select the input on your TV for this
system before operating the system.
VIDEO IN
• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the

system while the system is turned on.
• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that
USB cable (supplied) data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when
using an iPod/iPhone connected to this unit.
Dock for iPod/iPhone (supplied) • Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during operation. To
avoid data corruption or damage to the iPod/iPhone,
USB
turn the system off when connecting or removing the
V I D E O O UT
iPod/iPhone.
• The system only recognizes an iPod/iPhone that has
previously been connected to the system.
• The System Audio Control function does not work
while playing video/photo files via the iPod/iPhone.
• The system can recognize up to 5,000 files (including
Video cord (supplied)
folders).
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C Network condition indicator
Playing via a Network Indicates signal strength for a wireless
connection.
Indicates a wired connection.
D Network transmission speed
Enjoying Sony Entertainment
E The next video file name
Network (SEN) F The currently selected video file name
Sony Entertainment Network serves as a

gateway delivering selected Internet content and Playing files on a Home
a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to
your unit. Network (DLNA)
You can play video/music/photo files on other
• Some Internet content requires registration via a PC
DLNA-certified components by connecting
before it can be played. For further details, visit the
following website: them to your home network.
• Some Internet content may not be available in some This unit can be used as a player and renderer.
regions/countries. • Server: Stores and sends files
• Player: Receives and plays files from the
server
1 Prepare for Sony Entertainment
• Renderer: Receives and plays files from the
Network.
server, and can be operated by another
Connect the system to a network (page 21).
component (controller)
2 Press SEN. • Controller: Operates the renderer component
3 Press C/X/x/c to select the Internet Server
content and a variety of on-demand
entertainment, then press .
Video streaming control panel

The control panel appears when a video file
starts playing. The displayed items may differ
depending on the Internet content provider.
To display again, press DISPLAY.
Player Player
(This system)
Prepare for using the DLNA function.

• Connect the system to a network (page 21).
• Prepare other DLNA-certified components.
For details, see the operating instructions of
A Control display the components.
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
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To play files stored on a DLNA
server via the system (DLNA Playing the same music in
Player) different rooms (PARTY
Select the DLNA server icon from [Video],
[Music], or [Photo] in the home menu,
STREAMING)
then select the file that you want to play.
Playback
You can play the same music at the same time
Server across all Sony components which are
compatible with the PARTY STREAMING
function and connected to your home network.
Contents in [Music] and the “FM” and
“AUDIO” functions can be used with the
PARTY STREAMING function.
There are two kinds of PARTY STREAMING-

compatible components.
Player
(This system) • PARTY host: Plays and sends music.
• PARTY guest: Plays music that is sent from
To play remote files by operating PARTY host.
the system (Renderer) via a DLNA
controller This unit can be used as a PARTY host or
You can operate the system with a DLNA- PARTY guest.
certified controller, such as iPhone, when PARTY host
(This system)
playing files stored on a DLNA server.
Server
PARTY guest
Renderer PARTY guest

Controller
(This system)
Prepare for PARTY STREAMING.
Control this system using a DLNA controller.
For details of operation, see the operating • Connect the system to a network (page 21).
instructions of the DLNA controller. • Connect components which are compatible
with the PARTY STREAMING function.
• Do not operate the system with the supplied remote To use the system as the PARTY
and a DLNA controller at the same time.
host
• For details about the DLNA controller, refer to the
operating instructions of the DLNA controller. Select a track in [Music], a radio station in
[Radio], or [AUDIO] in [Input],
press OPTIONS, then select [Start PARTY]
• The system is compatible with the “Play To” function from the options menu to start.
of Windows Media® Player 12 that comes standard
To close, press OPTIONS, then select [Close
with Windows 7.
PARTY] from the options menu.
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A Content details
• If content that is not compatible with the PARTY Displays a list of related information, such as
STREAMING function is played, the system closes title, cast, track, or artist.
PARTY automatically. B [Playback History]
Displays a list of previously played BD-ROM/
To use the system as a PARTY DVD-ROM/CD-DA (music CD) titles. Select
guest a title to acquire content information.
Select [PARTY] in [Music], then select C [Search History]
the PARTY host device icon. Displays a list of previous searches performed
To leave the PARTY, press OPTIONS, then via the [Video Search] or [Music Search]
select [Leave PARTY]. function.
To close the PARTY, press OPTIONS, then
select [Close PARTY]. To search for further related
information
• The sale and product lineup of products that are Select an item in the lists, then select the service
compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function for searches.
differ depending on the area.
Searching for video/music Available Options

information
Various settings and playback operations are
You can acquire content information using available by pressing OPTIONS. The available
Gracenote technology and search for related items differ depending on the situation.
information.
Common options
1 Connect the system to a network
(page 21).
Item Details
2 Insert a disc with content about which [Sound Mode] Changes the sound mode
you want to search. setting (page 26).
You can perform a video search from a BD- [Shuffle Setting] Sets shuffle playback.
ROM or DVD-ROM, and a music search (iPod/iPhone only)
from a CD-DA (music CD). [Repeat Setting] Sets repeat playback.
3 Press C/c to select [Video] or [3D Menu] [Simulated 3D]: Adjusts the
[Music]. simulated 3D effect.
[3D Depth Adjustment]:
4 Press X/x to select [Video Search] Adjusts the depth of 3D
or [Music Search]. images.
The content information is displayed. [2D Playback]: Sets playback
to 2D image.
[Play/Stop] Starts or stops playback.
[Play from beginning] Plays the item from the
beginning.
[Start PARTY] Starts a party with the
selected source.
This item may not appear
depending on the source.
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Item Details Item Details
[Leave PARTY] Leaves from a party which [Video Settings] • [Picture Quality Mode]:
the system is participating in. Selects the picture settings.
The PARTY STREAMING [Auto], [Custom1], and
function continues among [Custom2] are available
other participating devices. only for HDMI connections.
Playback
[Close PARTY] For PARTY host: Closes a • [Texture Remaster]: Adjusts
party. the sharpness and detail of
For PARTY guest: Closes a the edges.
party which the system is • [Super Resolution]:
participating in. The PARTY Improves the resolution.
STREAMING function ends • [Smoothing]: Reduces on-
for all other participating screen banding by
devices. smoothing gradations on
flat areas.
[Video] only • [Contrast Remaster]:
Automatically arranges the
Item Details black and white levels so
[A/V SYNC] Adjusts the gap between that the screen is not too
picture and sound. For dark and the image is
details, see “Adjusting the modulated.
delay between the picture and • [Clear Black]: Adjusts the
sound” (page 34). display of the dark elements
of the image. All shading is
[3D Output Setting] Sets whether or not to output
not suppressed; it allows
3D video automatically.
beautifully reproduced
black tones.
• 3D video from the HDMI [Pause] Pauses playback.
(IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack
[Top Menu] Displays the BD’s or DVD’s
is output regardless of this
Top Menu.
setting.
[Menu/Popup Menu] Displays the BD-ROM’s
Pop-up Menu or DVD’s
menu.
[Title Search] Searches for a title on BD-
ROMs/DVD VIDEOs and
starts playback from the
beginning.
[Chapter Search] Searches for a chapter and
starts playback from the
beginning.
[Audio] Selects the audio format/
track.
[Subtitle] Selects the subtitle language
when multilingual subtitles
are recorded on a BD-ROM/
DVD VIDEO.
[Angle] Switches to other viewing
angles when multi-angles are
recorded on BD-ROMs/DVD
VIDEOs.
[IP Content NR Pro] Adjusts the picture quality of
Internet content.
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Item Details
[Video Search] Displays information on the Adjusting the delay between
BD-ROM/DVD-ROM based the picture and sound
on Gracenote technology.
(A/V SYNC)
[Music] only
When the sound does not match the pictures on
Item Details
the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between
[Add Slideshow Registers music files in the the picture and sound.
BGM] USB memory as slideshow The setting method differs depending on the
background music (BGM).
function.
[Music Search] Displays information on the
audio CD (CD-DA) based on When playing via other than the
Gracenote technology.
“FM” or “TV” function
[Photo] only 1 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen.
Item
[Slideshow]
Details
Starts a slideshow.
2 Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC], then
press .
[Slideshow Speed] Changes the slideshow speed.
[Slideshow Effect] Sets the effect when playing a
3 Press C/c to adjust the delay between
the picture and sound.
slideshow.
You can adjust from 0 ms to 300 ms in 25
[Slideshow BGM] • [Off]: Turns off the
function.
ms increments.
• [My Music from USB]: Sets 4 Press .
the music files registered in The setting is made.
[Add Slideshow BGM].
• [Play from Music CD]: Sets When playing via the “TV”
the tracks on CD-DAs
function
(music CDs).
[Change Display] Switches between [Grid 1 Press OPTIONS.
View] and [List View]. The option menu appears in the front panel
[Rotate Left] Rotates the photo display.
counterclockwise by
90 degrees.
2 Press X/x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC”
appears in the front panel display, then
[Rotate Right] Rotates the photo clockwise
press or c.
by 90 degrees.
[View Image] Displays the selected picture. 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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x CD
• [ Stereo]: The standard stereo sound.
Sound Adjustment • [ 1/L]: The sound of the left channel
(monaural).
Selecting the Audio • [ 2/R]: The sound of the right channel
(monaural).
Format, Multilingual • [ L+R]: The sound of both the left and right
Tracks, or Channel channels output from each individual speaker.
Sound Adjustment
When the system is playing a BD/DVD VIDEO
recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM,
Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS) or Enjoying Multiplex
multilingual tracks, you can change the audio
format or language. Broadcast Sound
With a CD, you can select the sound from the
right or left channel and listen to the sound of the (DUAL MONO)
selected channel through both the right and left You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when
speakers. the system receives or plays a Dolby Digital
multiplex broadcast signal.
Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to
select the desired audio signal.
• To receive a Dolby Digital signal, you need to
The audio information appears on the TV
connect a TV or other component to the TV
screen.
(DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack with a digital optical
x BD/DVD VIDEO cord (pages 18, 19). If your TV’s HDMI IN jack is
Depending on the BD/DVD VIDEO, the choice compatible with the Audio Return Channel function
of language varies. (pages 18,49), you can receive a Dolby Digital signal
via an HDMI cable.
When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a
language code. See “Language Code List” Press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired
(page 63) to confirm which language the code signal appears in the front panel display.
represents. When the same language is • “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be
displayed two or more times, the BD/DVD output.
VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats. • “SUB”: Sound of the sub language will be
x DVD-VR output.
The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are • “MAIN/SUB”: Mixed sound of both the main
displayed. and sub languages will be output.
Example:
• [ Stereo]
• [ Stereo (Audio1)]
• [ Stereo (Audio2)]
• [ Main]
• [ Sub]
• [ Main/Sub]
• [ Stereo (Audio1)] and [ Stereo (Audio2)] do not

appear when only one audio stream is recorded on the
disc.
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Presetting radio stations
Tuner
You can preset up to 20 stations. Before tuning,
Listening to the Radio make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display.
appears in the front panel display. 2 Press and hold TUNING +/– until the
2 Select the radio station. auto scanning starts.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a
Automatic tuning station.
Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto
scanning starts.
3 Press OPTIONS.
[Auto Tuning] appears on the TV screen. The option menu appears on the TV screen.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a 4 Press X/x to select [Preset Memory],
station. then press .
To cancel automatic tuning, press any
buttons other than VOL +/–.
5 Press X/x to select the preset number
you want, then press .
Manual tuning 6 Repeat Steps 2 to 5 to store other
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly. stations.
3 Adjust the volume by pressing To change a preset number

VOL +/–. Select the desired preset number by pressing
If an FM program is noisy PRESET +/–, then perform the procedure from
Step 3.
If an FM program is noisy, you can select
monaural reception. There will be no stereo
effect, but reception will improve. Selecting a preset station
1 Press OPTIONS.
The option menu appears on the TV screen. 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM”
appears in the front panel display.
2 Press X/x to select [FM Mode], then The last received station is tuned in.
press .
3 Press X/x to select [Monaural].
2 Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select
the preset station.
• [Stereo]: Stereo reception. The preset number and frequency appear on
• [Monaural]: Monaural reception. the TV screen and front panel display.
4 Press . Each time you press the button, the system
The setting is made. tunes in one preset station.
• You can set [FM Mode] to each preset station • You can select the preset station number directly
separately. by pressing the number buttons.
• Each time you press DISPLAY, the display in
To turn off the radio the front panel display changes as follows:
Frequency t Preset number t Decoding
Press "/1.
status* t Frequency t …
*Appears when [Sound Effect] is set to [Dolby
Pro Logic], [DTS Neo:6 Cinema], or [DTS
Neo:6 Music] (page 47).
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can change the speakers to which TV sound is
output by pressing
Other Operations SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO.
• When sound from the TV or other components
Using the Control for is output via the speakers of the system, you
can adjust the volume and turn off the sound of
HDMI Function for the system by operating the TV.
“BRAVIA” Sync Audio Return Channel

You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using
This function is available on TVs with the just one HDMI cable. For details of the setting,
“BRAVIA” Sync function. see “[Audio Return Channel]” (page 49).
By connecting Sony components that are
compatible with the Control for HDMI function Language Follow
Other Operations
via an HDMI cable, operation is simplified. When you change the language for the on-screen
display of the TV, the system’s on-screen
• To use the “BRAVIA” Sync function, turn on the display language is also changed after turning
system and all components that are connected to the the system off and on.
system after connecting them with an HDMI cable.
Routing Control
Control for HDMI - Easy Setting When you perform One-Touch Play on the
You can set the system’s [Control for HDMI] connected component, the system turns on and
function automatically by enabling the sets the system’s function to “HDMI1” or
corresponding setting on the TV. “HDMI2” (depending on the HDMI input jack
For details about the Control for HDMI in use), and your TV’s input is automatically set
function, see “[HDMI Settings]” (page 49) to the HDMI input to which the system is
connected.
System Power Off
You can turn the system off in sync with the TV.
• The system does not turn off automatically while Calibrating the
playing music or when set to the “FM” function.
Appropriate Speaker
One-Touch Play
When you press N on the remote, the system Settings Automatically
and your TV turn on, and your TV’s input is set
to the HDMI input to which the system is [Auto Calibration]
connected. D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration)
brings you the ideal sound experience by
System Audio Control automatically adjusting the setting of the
You can simplify operation to enjoy sound from speakers’ distance, location, and characteristic.
the TV or other components.
• The system outputs a loud test sound when [Auto
You can use the System Audio Control function Calibration] starts. You cannot turn the volume
as follows: down. Give consideration to children and neighbors.
• When the system is turned on, the sound of the • Before [Auto Calibration], make sure that all the
TV or other components can be output from speakers are connected to the unit and surround
the speakers of the system. amplifier.
• When sound from the TV or other components 1 Press HOME.
is output via the speakers of the system, you
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3 Press X/x to select [Audio Settings], • You can change the unit of measurement (feet or
meters) by pressing the color button (RED).
then press .
4 Press X/x to select [Auto Calibration],
then press .
The confirmation display for [Auto
Calibration] appears.
Setting the Speakers
5 Connect the calibration mic to the [Speaker Settings]
A.CAL MIC jack on the rear panel. To obtain the best possible surround sound, set
Set up the calibration mic at ear level using the speakers’ distance from your listening
a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of position. Then use the test tone to adjust the
each speaker should face the calibration balance of the speakers.
mic, and there should be no obstruction 1 Press HOME.
between the speakers and the calibration
mic.
6 Press X/x to select [OK].
To cancel, select [Cancel]. 3 Press X/x to select [Audio Settings],

then press .
7 Press .
[Auto Calibration] starts.
4 Press X/x to select [Speaker Settings],
then press .
The system adjusts the speaker settings
The [Speaker Settings] display appears.
automatically.
Be quiet during the measurement. 5 Press X/x to select the item, then press
.
• Before [Auto Calibration], make sure that the

Check the following settings.
surround amplifier is turned on and you install
the surround amplifier in an appropriate location x [Distance]
to ensure wireless connection with it. When you move the speakers, be sure to set the
8 Confirm the result of [Auto parameters of the distance from the listening
Calibration]. position to the speakers.
You can set the parameters from 0 to 23 feet (0.0
The distance and level for each speaker
appear on the TV screen. to 7.0 meters).
[Front Left/Right] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the front

• If measurement fails, follow the message then speaker distance.
retry [Auto Calibration]. [Center] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the center speaker
9 Press X/x to select [OK] or [Cancel], distance.
then press . [Surround Left/Right] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the
surround speaker distance.
x The measurement is OK.
[Subwoofer] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the subwoofer
Disconnect the calibration mic, then select
distance.
[OK]. The result is implemented.
x The measurement is not OK.
• You can change the unit of measurement (feet or
Follow the message, then select [OK] to
meters) by pressing the color button (RED).
retry.
x [Level]
• While [Auto Calibration] is in progress, do not You can adjust the sound level of the speakers.
operate the system. You can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to +6.0
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dB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy 8 Press X/x to select [Test Tone], then
adjustment. press .
[Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the front speaker

9 Press X/x to select [Off], then press
.
level.
[Center] 0.0 dB: Set the center speaker level.
[Surround Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the surround • The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI
(OUT) jack.
speaker level.
[Subwoofer] 0.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level.
• To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time,
press VOL +/–.
x [Relocation]
You can correct the speaker position virtually to
improve the surround effect.
Other Operations
[On]: You can hear sound from a virtually Using the Sleep Timer
relocated speaker position determined by [Auto
Calibration]. You can set the system to turn off at a preset
[Off]: You can hear sound from the actual time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.
speaker position. The time can be preset in intervals of 10
minutes.
• This setting is reflected after performing [Auto Press SLEEP.

Calibration]. Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display
(the remaining time) in the front panel display
x [Test Tone] changes by 10 minutes.
The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust
[Level]. When you set the sleep timer, the remaining
time appears every 5 minutes.
[Off]: The test tone is not emitted from the When the remaining time is less than 2 minutes,
speakers. “SLEEP” flashes in the front panel display.
[On]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker
To check the remaining time
in sequence while adjusting level. When you
select one of the [Speaker Settings] items, the Press SLEEP once.
test tone is emitted from each speaker in To change the remaining time
sequence.
Adjust the sound level as follows. Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired
time.
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.
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Deactivating the Buttons Button
TV
Remote’s mode
STB
on the Unit AV "/1 z z

Number buttons z z
(Child Lock) z z
You can deactivate the buttons on the unit ENTER z z
(except for "/1) for preventing misoperation, AUDIO z z
such as child mischief (child lock function).
SUBTITLE (CC) z a
Press x on the unit for more than 5 SLEEP (INPUT) z z
seconds. Color buttons z a
“LOCKED” appears in the front panel display. (YELLOW/
The child lock function is activated and the BLUE/RED/
buttons on the unit are locked. (You can operate GREEN)
the system by using the remote.) TOP MENU z z
To cancel, press x for more than 5 seconds so (GUIDE)
that “UNLOCK” appears in the front panel POP UP/MENU a z
display. (LIST)
C/X/x/c, z z
• When you operate the buttons on the unit while the RETURN z z
child lock function is on, “LOCKED” flashes in the HOME (MENU) z z
front panel display. z z
OPTIONS
(TOOLS)
FUNCTION a a
(PAGE –)
Controlling Your TV or SOUND MODE a a
(PAGE +)
Other Components with NETFLIX z
the Supplied Remote SEN z

./> z a
m/M z z
• When you replace the batteries of the remote, the N z z
remote setting may be reset to the default (SONY)
X z z
setting.
x z z
MUTING z z
Controlling your components VOL +/– z z
with the supplied remote CH +/– z z

DISPLAY z z
1 Press the TV or STB operation mode
button that matches the component
you want to control. • In TV or STB mode, if you press any of the buttons
2 Press the appropriated buttons listed above, the TV or STB operation mode button lights
up. (However, depending on the code setting, some
in the following table.
buttons may not work, and the TV or STB operation
• z: The button can be used with the mode button may not light up.)
default setting of the remote. • Depending on the TV or component, you may not be
• a: The button can be used when you able to use some of the buttons.
change the preset code of the remote.
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Changing the preset code of Clearing the preset code from
the remote (Preset mode) the remote’s memory
You can control non-Sony components by
changing the preset code of the remote.
1 Press and hold AV ?/1 first, then press
VOL –, then press CH –.
1 Press HOME. The BD, TV, and STB operation buttons
The home menu appears on the TV screen. light up.
2 Press C/c to select [Setup]. 2 Release all buttons.
3 Press X/x to select [Remote Controller The BD, TV, and STB operation mode
Setting Guide], then press . buttons turn off and the preset code is
cleared. The remote returns to its default
4 Press X/x to select [Preset Mode], then
Other Operations
settings.
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 Changing the Brightness
manufacturer, then press .
7 Press POP UP/MENU while pressing
of the Front Panel
the operation mode button TV (for a TV)
or STB (for a cable box, digital satellite
Display and Power
receiver, digital video recorder, etc.). Indicator
8 When the TV or STB operation mode
Press DIMMER.
button starts flashing, enter the code
on the TV screen using the number Each time you press DIMMER, the brightness of
buttons, then press ENTER. the front panel display and power indicator is
If you successfully set the code, the TV or changed.
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. Saving Power in Standby
• You can quit Preset mode by pressing the TV or STB
Mode
operation mode button (whichever button is
Check that the following settings are both made:
flashing).
• If you do not operate the remote for more than 10 – [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] is set
seconds during presetting mode, the remote exits to [Off] (page 49).
from presetting mode. – [Quick Start Mode] is set to [Off] (page 49).
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Browsing Websites Internet Browser display
1 Prepare for Internet browsing. You can check website information by pressing
DISPLAY. The display information differs
Connect the system to a network (page 21).
depending on the website and page status.
2 Press HOME.
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 A Page title

Select [URL entry] from the options menu. B Page address
Enter the URL using the software keyboard, C Cursor
then select [Enter]. Move by pressing C/X/x/c. Place the cursor
on the link you want to view, then press .
To set the default start page The linked website is displayed.
While the page you want to set is displayed, D SSL icon
select [Set as start page] from the options menu. Appears when the linked URL is secured.
To return to the previous page E Signal strength indicator

Appears when the system is connected to a
Select [Previous page] from the options menu.
wireless network.
When the previous page does not appear even if
you select [Previous page], select [Window List] F Progress bar/Loading icon
Appears when the page is being read, or during
from the options menu and select the page you
file download/transfer.
want to return to from the list.
G Text input field
To quit Internet Browser Press , then choose [Input] from the options
Press HOME. 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.
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Items
[Browser Setup]
Details
Displays the Internet Browser
Further Settings for the
settings.
• [Zoom]: Increases or
Wireless System
decreases the size of the
displayed contents.
• [JavaScript Setup]: Sets Activating wireless
whether to enable or disable transmission between specific
JavaScript.
• [Cookie Setup]: Sets units
whether or not to accept
[Secure Link]
browser cookies.
• [SSL Alarm Display]: Sets
whether to enable or disable You can specify the wireless connection to link
Other Operations
SSL. the main unit to the surround amplifier using the
[Input] Displays the software Secure Link function.
keyboard to enter characters This function can help prevent interference if
while browsing a website. you use multiple wireless products or your
[Break] Moves the cursor to the next neighbors use wireless products.
line in the text input field.
1 Press HOME.
[Delete] Erases one character on the
left side of the cursor during
text input. 2 Press C/c to select [Setup].
[Window List] Displays a list of all currently
opened websites.
3 Press X/x to select [System Settings],
then press .
Allows you to return to a
previously displayed website 4 Press X/x to select [Wireless Sound
by selecting the window. Connection], then press .
[Bookmark List] Displays the bookmark list. The [Wireless Sound Connection] display
[URL entry] Allows you to enter a URL appears.
when the software keyboard
is displayed.
[Previous page] Moves to a previously
displayed page.
[Next page] Moves to the previously
displayed next page.
[Cancel loading] Stops loading a page.
[Reload] Reloads the same page.
[Add to Bookmark] Adds the currently displayed
website to the bookmark list. 5 Press X/x to select [Secure Link], then
[Set as start page] Sets the currently displayed press .
website as the default start 6 Press X/x to select [On], then press
page. .
[Open in new Opens a link in a new
window] window. 7 Press SECURE LINK on the rear of the
surround amplifier.
[Character encoding] Sets the character code.
Proceed to the next Step within a few
[Display certificate] Displays server certificates
minutes.
sent from pages that support
SSL.
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8 Press C/c to select [Start], then press 6 Press X/x to select the desired setting,
. then press .
To return to the previous display, select • [Auto]: Normally select this. The system
[Cancel]. automatically selects the better channel
for transmission.
9 After the message [Secure Link setting
• [1], [2], [3]: The system transmits sound
is complete.] appears, press .
by fixing the channel for transmitting.
The surround amplifier is linked to the main
Select the channel with the better
unit and the LINK/STANDBY indicator
transmission.
turns orange.
If the message [Cannot set Secure Link.]
appears, follow the on-screen messages. The transmission may be improved by changing the
transmission channel (frequency) of the other wireless
To cancel the Secure Link system(s). For details, refer to the operating
instructions of the other wireless system(s).
function
For the main unit
Select [Off] on Step 6 above.
For the surround amplifier
Press and hold SECURE LINK on the rear of the
surround amplifier 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.
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 .
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Icon Explanation
[System Settings] (page 49)
Settings and Adjustments Makes the system-related
settings.
Using the Setup Display [External Input Settings]
(page 50)
Sets the input skip setting for
You can make various adjustments to items such
each external input.
as picture and sound.
[Network Settings] (page 50)
The default settings are underlined. Makes detailed settings for
Internet and network.
• Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over [Easy Setup] (page 51)
the Setup Display settings and not all the functions Re-runs the Easy Setup to make
described may work. the basic settings.
1 Press HOME.
[Resetting] (page 51)
Resets the system to the factory
The home menu appears on the TV screen. settings.
Settings and Adjustments

Press C/c to select [Setup].
3 Press X/x to select the setup category
icon to change, then press . [Remote Controller
You can setup the following options. Setting Guide]
Icon Explanation
x [Preset Mode]
[Remote Controller Setting
Guide] (page 45) You can change the preset code of the remote for
Makes the remote settings for controlling non-Sony components. For details,
operating the TV or other see “Changing the preset code of the remote
components. (Preset mode)” (page 41).
[Network Update] (page 45)
Updates the software of the
system.
[Screen Settings] (page 46)
Makes the screen settings [Network Update]
according to the type of
connecting jacks. For information about update functions, refer to
[Audio Settings] (page 47) the following website:
Makes the audio settings http://www.sony.com/blurayhtsupport/
according to the type of
connecting jacks. During a software update, “UPDATING”
[BD/DVD Viewing Settings] appears in the front panel display. After the
(page 48) update completes, the main unit automatically
Makes detailed settings for BD/
turns off. Please wait for the software update to
DVD playback.
complete; do not turn the main unit on or off, or
[Parental Control Settings]
(page 48) operate the main unit or TV.
Makes detailed settings for the
Parental Control function.
[Music Settings] (page 49)
Makes detailed settings for
Super Audio CD playback.
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[Screen Settings] x [Cinema Conversion Mode]
[Auto]: Normally select this. The unit
automatically detects whether the material is
x [3D Output Setting] video-based or film-based, and switches to the
[Auto]: Normally select this. appropriate conversion method.
[Off]: Select this to display all contents in 2D. [Video]: The conversion method suited for
video-based material will always be selected
regardless of the material.
• 3D video from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack
is output regardless of this setting.
x [Output Video Format]
[HDMI]: Normally select [Auto]. Select
x [TV Screen Size Setting for 3D]
[Original Resolution] to output the resolution
Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV.
recorded on the disc. (When the resolution is
lower than SD resolution, it is scaled up to SD
• This setting does not apply to 3D video from the resolution.)
HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack. [Video]: Automatically sets the lowest
resolution.
x [TV Type]
[16:9]: Select this when connecting to a wide- x [BD-ROM 24p Output]
screen TV or a TV with a wide-mode function. [Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video
[4:3]: Select this when connecting to a 4:3 signals only when connecting a 1080/24p-
screen TV without a wide-mode function. compatible TV using the HDMI (OUT) jack.
[On]: Select this when your TV is compatible
x [Screen Format] with 1080/24p video signals.
[Full]: Select this when connecting to a TV with [Off]: Select this when your TV is not
a wide-mode function. Displays a 4:3 screen compatible with 1080/24p video signals.
picture in 16:9 aspect ratio even on a wide-
screen TV. x [DVD-ROM 24p Output]
[Normal]: Changes the picture size to fit the [Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video
screen size with the original picture aspect ratio. signals only when connecting a 1080/24p-
compatible TV using the HDMI (OUT) jack.
x [DVD Aspect Ratio] [Off]: Select this when your TV is not
[Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture with black compatible with 1080/24p video signals.
bands on the top and bottom.
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
[Pan & Scan]: Displays a full-height picture on
signals.
the entire screen, with trimmed sides.
[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 Color Output]

[Auto]: Normally select this.
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[16bit], [12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 16bit/12bit/ [On]: Attenuates the input level. The output
10bit video signals when the connected TV is level will decrease at this setting.
compatible with Deep Color. [Off]: Normal input level.
[Off]: Select this when the picture is unstable or
colors appear unnatural. x [Audio Output]
You can select the output method where the
x [SBM] (Super Bit Mapping) audio signal is output.
[On]: Smooths the gradation of video signals
output from the HDMI (OUT) jack. [Speaker]: Outputs multi-channel sound from
[Off]: Select this when outputting distorted the system’s speakers only.
video signals or unnatural color. [Speaker + HDMI]: Outputs multi-channel
sound from the system’s speakers and 2-channel
x [Pause Mode] (BD/DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/ linear PCM signals from the HDMI (OUT) jack.
DVD-RW only) [HDMI]: Outputs sound from the HDMI (OUT)
[Auto]: The picture, including subjects that jack only. Sound format depends on the
move dynamically, is output with no jitter. connected component.

Normally select this position.
[Frame]: The picture, including subjects that do • When [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 49),
not move dynamically, is output in high [Audio Output] is set to [Speaker + HDMI]
resolution. automatically and this setting cannot be changed.
• When [Audio Output] is set to [HDMI], the output
signal format for the “TV” function is 2-channel
linear PCM.
[Audio Settings]
x [Sound Effect]
You can set the system’s sound effects (SOUND
x [BD Audio MIX Setting] MODE setting (page 26)) on/off.
[On]: Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the For a 2-channel source, you can select [Dolby
interactive audio and secondary audio to the Pro Logic], [DTS Neo:6 Cinema], or [DTS
primary audio. Neo:6 Music] to simulate surround sound.
[Off]: Outputs the primary audio only.
[Sound Mode On]: Enables the surround effect
x [Audio DRC] of the sound mode (page 26). The sampling
You can compress the dynamic range of the frequency upper limit is set to 48 kHz.
sound track. [Dolby Pro Logic]: The system simulates
surround sound from 2-channel sources and
[Auto]: Performs playback at the dynamic range outputs sound from all the 5.1 channel speakers
specified by the disc (BD-ROM only). (Dolby Pro Logic decoding).
[On]: The system reproduces the sound track [DTS Neo:6 Cinema]/[DTS Neo:6 Music]: The
with the kind of dynamic range that the system simulates surround sound from
recording engineer intended. 2-channel sources and produces 6.1 channel
[Off]: No compression of dynamic range. sound (DTS Neo:6 Cinema/DTS Neo:6 Music
mode decoding).
x [Attenuate - AUDIO] [Off]: The sound effects are disabled. You can
Distortion may occur when you listen to a hear sound as it is recorded.
component connected to the AUDIO (AUDIO
IN L/R) jacks. You can prevent distortion by x [Speaker Settings]
attenuating the input level on the unit. To obtain the best possible surround sound, set
the speakers. For details, see “Setting the
Speakers” (page 38).
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x [Auto Calibration]
You can calibrate the appropriate settings
[Parental Control
automatically. For details, see “Calibrating the
Appropriate Speaker Settings Automatically”
Settings]
(page 37).
x [Password]
Set or change the password for the Parental
Control function. A password allows you to set
[BD/DVD Viewing a restriction on BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, or
Internet video playback. If necessary, you can
Settings] differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs
and DVD VIDEOs.
x [BD/DVD Menu Language]

x [Parental Control Area Code]
You can select the default menu language for
Playback of some BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
can be limited according to the geographic area.
When you select [Select Language Code], the
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with
display for entering the language code appears.
different scenes. Follow the on-screen
Enter the code for your language by referring to
instructions and enter your four-digit password.
“Language Code List” (page 63).
x [BD Parental Control]/[DVD Parental

x [Audio Language]
Control]/[Internet Video Parental Control]
You can select the default track language for
By setting Parental Control, scenes can be
blocked or replaced with different scenes.
When you select [Original], the language given
Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your
priority in the disc is selected.
four-digit password.
Enter the code for your language by referring to x [Internet Video Unrated]
“Language Code List” (page 63). [Allow]: Allows the playback of unrated
Internet videos.
[Block]: Blocks the playback of unrated Internet
x [Subtitle Language]
videos.
You can select the default subtitle language for
Enter the code for your language by referring to
“Language Code List” (page 63).
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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[Music Settings]
x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer] In a vertical In a horizontal
[Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD position position
layer. [Vertical/Horizontal]: Both the remote sensors
[CD]: Plays the CD layer. are active. The one in the vertical position has
priority.
x [Super Audio CD Playback Channel] [Vertical]: Only the remote sensor in the vertical
[DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2-channel area. position is active.
[DSD Multi]: Plays the multi-channel area. [Horizontal]: Only the remote sensor in the
horizontal position is active.
x [HDMI Settings]
[System Settings] [Control for HDMI]

[On]: On. You can operate mutually between
x [OSD Language] components that are connected with an HDMI
You can select your language for the system on- cable.
screen displays. [Off]: Off.
[Audio Return Channel]

x [Wireless Sound Connection]
This function is available when you connect the
You can make further settings for the wireless
system. For details, see “Further Settings for the system to a TV’s HDMI IN jack that is
Wireless System” (page 43). compatible with the Audio Return Channel
Also, you can check the wireless transmission function.
status. When wireless transmission is activated, [Auto]: The system can receive the digital audio
[OK] appears to the right of [Status]. signal of the TV automatically via an HDMI
cable.
x [Illumination/Display]
[Off]: Off.
You can select the status of the soft-touch
buttons (page 11) and front panel display • This function is available only when [Control for
(page 12). HDMI] is set to [On].
[On]: The soft-touch buttons and the front panel

display stay illuminated. x [Quick Start Mode]
[Auto]: The soft-touch buttons and the front [On]: Shortens the startup time from standby
panel display turn off when the system is not mode. You can operate the system quickly after
being operated. turning it on.
[Off]: The default setting.
x [Remote Sensor] (BDV-N990W only)
You can select the remote sensor to be used x [Power Save Drive]
according to the installation position of the main [On]: Reduces power consumption when
unit. volume level is low.
[Off]: Normal status. The system can output
sound volume.
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x [Auto Display]
[On]: Automatically displays information on the
[External Input
screen when changing the viewing titles, picture
modes, audio signals, etc.
Settings]
[Off]: Displays information only when you The skip setting is a convenient feature that
press DISPLAY. allows you to skip unused inputs when selecting
a function.
x [Screen Saver]
[On]: Turns on the screen saver function. x [HDMI1]/[HDMI2]/[TV]/[AUDIO]
[Off]: Off. [Do not skip]: The system does not skip the
selected function when selecting the function by
x [Software Update Notification] pressing FUNCTION.
[On]: Sets the system to inform you of newer [Skip]: The system skips the selected function
software version information (page 45). when selecting the function by pressing
[Off]: Off. FUNCTION.
x [Gracenote Settings]
[Auto]: Automatically downloads disc
information when you stop playback of the disc. [Network Settings]
To download, the system must be connected to
the network.
[Manual]: Downloads disc information when x [Internet Settings]
[Video Search] or [Music Search] is selected. Connect the system to the network beforehand.
For details, see “Step 3: Preparing for Network
Connection” (page 21).
x [System Information]
You can display the system’s software version
[Wired Setup]: Select this when you connect to
information and the MAC address.
a broadband router using a LAN cable.
[Wireless Setup(built-in)]: Select this when you
x [Software License Information] use the wireless LAN that is built into the system
You can display the Software License for wireless network connection.
Information. [View Network Status]: Displays the current
network status.
• For further details, visit the following website and

check the FAQ:
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.
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x [Renderer Options]
[Auto Access Permission]: Sets whether or not
[Easy Setup]
to allow automatic access from a newly detected
DLNA controller. x [Easy Initial Settings]
[Smart Select]: Allows a Sony DLNA controller Runs [Easy Initial Settings] to make the basic
to find the system as the target component to settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.
operate by using the infrared ray. You can set
this function to on or off.
x [Easy Network Settings]
[Renderer Name]: Displays the system’s name
Runs [Easy Network Settings] to make the basic
as it is listed on other DLNA devices on the
network settings. Follow the on-screen
network.
instructions.
x [Renderer Access Control]

Sets whether or not to accept commands from
DLNA controllers.
[Resetting]

x [PARTY Auto Start]
[On]: Starts a PARTY or joins an existing x [Reset to Factory Default Settings]
PARTY at the request of a networked device You can reset the system settings to the factory
compatible with the PARTY STREAMING default by selecting the group of settings. All the
function. settings within the group will be reset.
[Off]: Off.
x [Initialize Personal Information]
x [Media Remote Device Registration] You can erase your personal information stored
Registers your “Media Remote” device. in the system.
x [Registered Media Remote Devices]

Displays a list of your registered “Media
Remote” devices.
x [Remote Start]
[On]: Permits turning on the system from the
“Media Remote” device.
[Off]: Off.
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• Do not place the system in a place where medical
equipment is in use. It may cause a malfunction of
Additional Information medical equipment.
• If you use a pacemaker or other medical device,
Precautions consult your physician or the manufacturer of your

medical device before using the wireless LAN
function.
On safety
• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects
On operation
filled with liquids, such as vases, on the system, or • If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm
place the system near water, such as near a bathtub or location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
shower room. Should any solid object or liquid fall may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should
into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it this occur, the system may not operate properly. In
checked by qualified personnel before operating it this case, remove the disc and leave the system turned
any further. on for about half an hour until the moisture
• Do not touch the AC power cord (mains lead) with evaporates.
wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock. • When you move the system, take out any disc. If you
do not, the disc may be damaged.
On power sources • If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do have it checked by qualified personnel before
not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To operating it any further.
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by
the cord. On adjusting volume
• Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section
On placement with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you
• Place the system in a location with adequate do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system. section is suddenly played.
• At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet
On cleaning
becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction.
However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do • Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth
not place the system in a confined space where slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do
ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating. not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
• Do not block the ventilation slots by putting anything solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
on the system. The system is equipped with a high If you have any questions or problems concerning
power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked, your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
the system can overheat and malfunction.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens
• Do not place the system on surfaces (rugs, blankets,
etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may cleaners
block the ventilation slots. • Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners
• Do not install the system in a confined space, such as (including wet or spray types). These may cause
a bookshelf or similar unit. the apparatus to malfunction.
• Do not install the system near heat sources such as
radiators, air ducts, or in a place subject to direct On replacement of parts
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or • In the events that this system is repaired, repaired
shock. parts may be collected for reuse or recycling
• Do not install the system in an inclined position. It is purposes.
designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
• Keep the system and discs away from components
On your TV’s color
with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or • If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have
large loudspeakers. color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after
• Do not place heavy objects on the system. 15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist,
• Do not place metal objects in front of the front panel. place the speakers further away from the TV set.
They may limit reception of radio waves.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
Caution: This system is capable of holding a still Notes about Discs
video image or on-screen display image on your
television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still On handling discs
video image or on-screen display image displayed • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its
on your TV for an extended period of time you risk
edge. Do not touch the surface.
permanent damage to your television screen.
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
this.
On moving the system

• Before moving the system, make sure that there is no
disc inserted, and remove the AC power cord (mains
lead) from the wall outlet (mains).
• 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.
Additional Information
On cleaning
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning
cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner,

commercially available cleaners, or anti-static
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
This system can only play a standard circular

disc. Using neither standard nor circular discs
(e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause a
malfunction.
Do not use a disc that has a commercially

available accessory attached, such as a label or
ring.
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Troubleshooting Messages
If you experience any of the following [A new software version is available. Please
difficulties while using the system, use this go to the “Setup” section of the menu and
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the select “Network Update” to perform the
problem before requesting repairs. Should any update.] appears on the TV screen.
problem persist, consult your nearest Sony t See [Network Update] (page 45) to update the
dealer. system to a newer software version.
Note that if service personnel changes some
parts during repair, these parts may be retained. “PROTECT” and “PUSH PWR” appear
In the event of a problem with the wireless alternately in the front panel display.
sound function, have a Sony dealer check the t Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the
entire system together (main unit and surround following items after “STANDBY”
amplifier). disappears.
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-
circuited?
General • Are you using only the specified speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of
the system?
The power does not turn on. • After checking the above items and fixing
t Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is
any problems, turn on the system. If the cause
connected securely.
of the problem cannot be found even after
checking all the above items, consult your
The remote does not function. nearest Sony dealer.
t The distance between the remote and the unit is
too far. “LOCKED” appears in the front panel
t The batteries in the remote are weak.
display.
t Set the child lock function to off (page 40).
The disc does not eject and you cannot
remove the disc even after you press Z. “DEMO. LOCK” appears in the front panel
t Try the following:
display.
1 Press and hold N and Z on the unit for
t Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local
more than 5 seconds to eject the disc.
authorized Sony service facility.
2 Remove the disc.
3 Disconnect the AC power cord (mains
“Exxxx” appears in the front panel display.
lead) from the wall outlet (mains), then
reconnect after several minutes.
authorized Sony service facility and give the
error code.
The system does not work normally.
t Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead)
appears without any messages on the
from the wall outlet (mains), then reconnect
after several minutes.
entire TV screen.
authorized Sony service facility.
Picture
There is no picture.
t Check the output method on your system
(page 18).
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There is no picture when you make an HDMI Color irregularity occurs on the TV screen.
cable connection. t If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV
t The unit is connected to an input device that is or projector, install the speakers at least 1.0 ft
not HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content (0.3 meters) from the TV set.
Protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front t If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV
panel does not light up) (page 18). set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.
t Make sure that no magnetic object (magnetic
3D images from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN latch on a TV stand, health care device, toy,
2) jack do not appear on the TV screen. etc.) is placed near the speakers.
t Depending on the TV or video component, 3D
images may not appear. There is no picture after playing a video/
photo file on the iPod/iPhone.
No picture appears when the video output t Select the input on your TV for this system.
resolution selected in [Output Video Format]
is incorrect.
t Press and hold N and VOL – on the unit for Sound
more than 5 seconds to reset the video output
resolution to the lowest resolution. There is no sound.
t The speaker cords are not connected securely.
The dark area of the picture is too dark/the t Check the speaker settings (page 38).
bright area is too bright or unnatural.
t Set [Picture Quality Mode] to [Standard] The Super Audio CD sound of a component
(default) (page 33). that is connected to the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI
(IN 2) jack is not output.
The picture is not output correctly. t HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN 2) does not accept
t Check the [Output Video Format] settings in an audio format that contains copy protection.
[Screen Settings] (page 46). Connect the analog audio output of the
t If the analog and digital signals are output at component to the AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R)
the same time, set [BD-ROM 24p Output] or jacks of the unit.
[DVD-ROM 24p Output] in [Screen Settings]
to [Off] (page 46). There is no sound from the TV via the HDMI
t For BD-ROMs, check the [BD-ROM 24p (OUT) jack when using the Audio Return
Output] settings in [Screen Settings] (page 46). Channel function.
t Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of
Picture noise appears. [System Settings] to [On] (page 49). Also, set
t Clean the disc. [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of
t If the picture output from your system goes [System Settings] to [Auto] (page 49).
through your VCR to get to your TV, the copy- t Make sure that your TV is compatible with the
protection signal applied to some BD/DVD Audio Return Channel function.
programs could affect picture quality. If you t Make sure that an HDMI cable is connected to
still experience problems even when you a jack on your TV that is compatible with the
connect your unit directly to your TV, try Audio Return Channel function.
connecting your unit to the other input jacks.
The system does not output sound of TV
An image is not displayed on the entire TV programs correctly when connected to a set-
screen. top box.
t Check the setting of [TV Type] in [Screen
t Set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI
Settings](page 46).
Settings] of [System Settings] to [Off]
t The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.
(page 49).
t Check the connections (page 19).
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Severe hum or noise is heard. 1 Are the + and – speaker cords short-
t Move your TV away from the audio circuited?
components. 2 Is anything blocking the ventilation
t Clean the disc. holes of the surround amplifier?
After checking the above items and fixing
The sound loses stereo effect when you play any problems, turn on the surround
a CD. amplifier. If the cause of the problem
t Select stereo sound by pressing AUDIO cannot be found even after checking all the
(page 35). above items, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
The sound comes from the center speaker • Flashes green or orange slowly or turns red.
only. – Make sure that the wireless transceiver is
t Depending on the disc, the sound may come inserted correctly into the main unit.
from the center speaker only. – Make the [Secure Link] setting again
(page 43).
No sound or only a very low-level sound is – Sound transmission is poor. Move the
heard from the surround speakers. surround amplifier so that the LINK/
t Check the speaker connections and settings STANDBY indicator turns green or
(pages 17, 38). orange.
t Check the sound mode setting (page 26). – Move the system away from other
t Depending on the source, the effect of the wireless devices.
surround speakers may be less noticeable. – Avoid using any other wireless devices.
t A 2-channel source is being played. • Turns green or orange.
– Check the speaker connections and
Distortion occurs in the sound of a connected settings.
component.
t Reduce the input level for the connected Noise is heard from surround speakers or
component by setting [Attenuate - AUDIO] sound from the surround speakers skips.
(page 47).
t Wireless transmission is unstable. Change the
[RF Channel] setting in [Wireless Sound
Connection] (page 44).
Wireless sound t Install the unit and surround amplifier closer to
each other.
Wireless transmission is not activated or t Do not install the unit and surround amplifier
there is no sound from the surround in a closed rack, on a metal rack, or under a
speakers. table.
t Check the status of the LINK/STANDBY
indicator on the surround amplifier.
• Turns off. Tuner
– Check that the AC power cord (mains
lead) of the surround amplifier is Radio stations cannot be tuned in.
connected securely. t Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected
– Turn the surround amplifier on by securely. Adjust the antenna (aerial) or connect
pressing "/1 on the surround amplifier. an external antenna (aerial) if necessary.
• Flashes green quickly. t The signal strength of the stations is too weak
– 1 Press "/1 on the surround amplifier. (when tuning in with automatic tuning). Use
2 Insert the wireless transceiver into the manual tuning.
surround amplifier correctly.
3 Press "/1 on the surround amplifier.
• Flashes red.
– Press "/1 to turn off the surround
amplifier, and check the following items.
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Playback USB device
The disc does not play. The USB device is not recognized.
t The region code on the BD/DVD does not t Try the following:
match the system. 1 Turn the system off.
t Moisture has condensed inside the unit and 2 Remove and reconnect the USB device.
may cause damage to the lenses. Remove the 3 Turn the system on.
disc and leave the unit turned on for about half t Make sure that the USB device is securely
an hour. connected to the (USB) port.
t The system cannot play a recorded disc that is t Check if the USB device or a cable is damaged.
not correctly finalized (page 58). t Check if the USB device is on.
t If the USB device is connected via a USB hub,
File names are not displayed correctly. disconnect it and connect the USB device
t The system can only display ISO 8859-1 directly to the unit.
compliant character formats. Other character
formats may be displayed differently.
t Depending on the writing software used, the BRAVIA Internet Video
input characters may be displayed differently.
The picture/sound is poor/certain programs
A disc does not start playing from the display with a loss of detail, especially
beginning. during fast-motion or dark scenes.
t Resume play has been selected. Press
t Picture/sound quality may be poor depending
OPTIONS and select [Play from beginning],
on Internet content providers.
then press .
t Picture/sound quality may be improved by
changing the connection speed. Sony
Playback does not start from the resume recommends a connection speed of at least 2.5
point where you last stopped playing. Mbps for standard-definition video and 10
t The resume point may be cleared from Mbps for high-definition video.
memory depending on the disc when t Not all videos contain sound.
• you open the disc tray.
• you disconnect the USB device. The picture is small.
• you play other content. t Press X to zoom in.
• you turn off the unit.
The language for the soundtrack/subtitle or “BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for

angles cannot be changed.
t Try using the BD’s or DVD’s menu. HDMI])
t Multi-lingual tracks/subtitles or multi-angles
are not recorded on the BD or DVD being The [Control for HDMI] function does not
played. work (“BRAVIA” Sync).
t Check that [Control for HDMI] is set to [On]
Bonus contents or other data that are (page 49).
contained in a BD-ROM cannot be played. t If you change the HDMI connection, turn the
t Try the following: system off and on again.
1 Remove the disc. t If power failure occurs, set [Control for HDMI]
2 Turn the system off. to [Off], then set [Control for HDMI] to [On]
3 Remove and reconnect the USB device (page 49).
(page 28). t Check the following and refer to the operating
4 Turn the system on. instructions supplied with the component.
5 Insert the BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/ • The connected component is compatible with
BD-LIVE. the [Control for HDMI] function.
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• The connected component’s setting for the
[Control for HDMI] function is correct.
Playable Discs
Network connection Blu-ray Disc BD-ROM1)
BD-R/BD-RE2)
The system cannot connect to the network. DVD3) DVD-ROM
t Check the network connection (page 21) and DVD-R/DVD-RW
the network settings (page 50). DVD+R/DVD+RW
CD3) CD-DA (Music CD)
CD-ROM
Wireless LAN connection CD-R/CD-RW
Super Audio CD
You cannot connect your PC to the Internet
after [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)] is 1)Since Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and
performed. evolving, some discs may not be playable depending
t The wireless settings of the router may change on the disc type and version. Also, the audio output
automatically if you use the Wi-Fi Protected differs depending on the source, connected output
Setup function before adjusting the settings of jack, and selected audio settings.
2)BD-RE: Ver.2.1
the router. In this case, change the wireless
settings of your PC accordingly. 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
The system cannot connect to the network or
postscripts are recordable.
the network connection is unstable. 3)
A CD or DVD disc will not play if it has not been
t Check if the wireless LAN router is on.
correctly finalized. For more information, refer to the
t Check the network connection (page 21) and operating instructions supplied with the recording
the network settings (page 50). device.
t Depending on the usage environment,
including the wall material, radio wave Discs that cannot be played
reception conditions, or obstacles between the
• BDs with cartridge
system (or USB wireless LAN adapter) and the
• BDXLs
wireless LAN router, the possible
communication distance may be shortened. • DVD-RAMs
Move the system and the wireless LAN router • HD DVDs
closer to each other. • DVD Audio discs
t Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band, • PHOTO CDs
such as a microwave, Bluetooth, or digital • Data part of CD-Extras
cordless device, may interrupt communication.
• Super VCDs
Move the unit away from such devices, or turn
off such devices. • Audio material side on DualDiscs
• For U.S. and Canada models: A disc recorded
The desired wireless router is not shown in in a color system other than NTSC, such as
the wireless network list. PAL
t Press RETURN to return to the previous (This system conforms to the NTSC color
screen, and try [Wireless Setup(built-in)]/ system.)
[USB Wireless Setup] again. If the desired
wireless router is still not detected, select
Notes on discs
[Manual registration]. 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.
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Therefore, these discs may not be compatible
with this product. Playable Types of Files
Note on playback operations of a
BD/DVD Video
Some playback operations of a BD/DVD may be File format Extensions
intentionally set by software producers. Since MPEG-1 Video/PS1)5) “.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,”
this system plays a BD/DVD according to the MPEG-2 Video/PS, “.mts”
disc contents the software producers designed, TS1)6)
some playback features may not be available. Xvid “.avi”
MPEG4/AVC1)5) “.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,”
Note about double-layer BDs/ “.m2ts,” “.mts”
DVDs WMV91)5) “.wmv,” “.asf”
The playback picture and sound may be AVCHD2) 3)5)
momentarily interrupted when the layers switch.
Music
Region code (BD-ROM/DVD
VIDEO only) File format Extensions
Your system has a region code printed on the MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio “.mp3”
bottom of the unit and will only play a BD- Layer III)
ROM/DVD VIDEO (playback only) labeled AAC/HE-AAC1)4)5) “.m4a”
with identical region codes or ALL . WMA9 Standard1)4) “.wma”
LPCM “.wav”
Photo
File format Extensions
JPEG “.jpg,” “.jpeg”
GIF7) “.gif”
PNG7) “.png”
MPO8) “.mpo”
1)The system does not play files encoded with DRM.
2)
AVCHD Ver.2.0 (AVCHD 3D/Progressive)
compatible.
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.
7)The system does not play animated PNG or animated
GIF files.
8)For MPO files other than 3D, the key image or the
first image is displayed.
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• Some files may not play depending on the file format,
the file encoding, the recording condition, or DLNA
Supported Audio
server condition.
• Some files edited on a PC may not play.
Formats
• The system can recognize the following files or Audio formats supported by this system are as
folders in BDs, DVDs, CDs and USB devices: follows.
– up to folders in the 9th layer, including the root
folder Function
– up to 500 files/folders in a single layer Format “BD/DVD” “HDMI1” “TV”
• The system can recognize the following files or “HDMI2” (DIGITAL IN)
folders stored in the DLNA server: LPCM 2ch a a a
– up to folders in the 19th layer LPCM 5.1ch a a –
– up to 999 files/folders in a single layer
LPCM 7.1ch a – –
• Some USB devices may not work with this system.
• The system can recognize Mass Storage Class (MSC) Dolby Digital a a a
devices (such as flash memory or an HDD), Still Dolby a – –
Image Capture Devices (SICDs), and 101-key TrueHD,
keyboards. Dolby Digital
Plus
• To avoid data corruption or damage to USB memory
or other devices, turn the system off before DTS a a a
connecting or removing USB memory or other DTS-ES – – –
devices. Discrete 6.1,
DTS-ES
• The system may not play high bit rate video files from
Matrix 6.1
a DATA CD smoothly. It is recommended to play
high bit rate video files using a DATA DVD or DTS96/24 a – –
DATA BD. DTS-HD a – –
High
Resolution
Audio
DTS-HD a – –
Master
Audio
a: Supported format.
–: Unsupported format.
• HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN 2) do not input sound in

the case of an audio format that contains copy
protections such as Super Audio CD or DVD-Audio.
• For 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.
• For LPCM 5.1ch format, the supported sampling
frequency of the digital signal is up to 48 kHz when
using the “HDMI1” or “HDMI2” function.
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Wireless LAN Section
Specifications Blu-ray Disc/DVD receiver (HBD-N990W/
HBD-N890W)
Standards Compliance IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Amplifier Section
Frequency and Channel 2.4 GHz - 2.4835 GHz
U.S.models:
[CH1 -11]
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC FM Tuner Section
DISTORTION: System PLL quartz-locked digital
(FTC) synthesizer
Front L + Front R: With 3 ohms loads, both Tuning range 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
channels driven, from 180 (100 kHz step)
Hz - 20 kHz; rated 50 watts Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial)
per channel minimum Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced
RMS power, with no more
Speakers
than 1% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milli Front (SS-TSB113) for BDV-N990W/BDV-
watts to rated output. N890W
Other models: Dimensions (approx.) 106 mm × 649 mm × 86
POWER OUTPUT (rated) mm (4 1/4 in × 25 5/8 in ×
Front L/Front R: 78 W + 78 W (at 3 ohms, 1 3 1/2 in) (w/h/d) (wall-
kHz, 1% THD) mounted part)
POWER OUTPUT (reference) 256 mm × 1,200 mm × 256
Front L/Front R: 125 W (per channel at mm (10 1/8 in × 47 1/4 in ×
3 ohms, 1 kHz) 10 1/8 in) (w/h/d) (whole
Center: 250 W (at 6 ohms, 1 kHz) speaker)
Subwoofer: 250 W (at 6 ohms, 80 Hz) Mass (approx.) 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) (wall-
Inputs (Analog) mounted part)
AUDIO (AUDIO IN) Sensitivity: 3.0 V/1.0 V 2.9 kg (6 lb 7 oz) (whole
Inputs (Digital) speaker)
TV (Audio Return Channel/OPTICAL)
Surround (SS-TSB114) for BDV-N990W
Supported formats: LPCM
Dimensions (approx.) 106 mm × 649 mm × 86
2CH (up to 48 kHz), Dolby
mm (4 1/4 in × 25 5/8 in ×
Digital, DTS
3 1/2 in) (w/h/d) (wall-
HDMI (IN 1)/HDMI (IN 2)
mounted part)
Supported formats: LPCM
256 mm × 1,200 mm × 256
5.1CH (up to 48 kHz),
mm (10 1/8 in × 47 1/4 in ×
LPCM 2CH (up to 96
10 1/8 in) (w/h/d) (whole
kHz), Dolby Digital, DTS
speaker)
Video Section Mass (approx.) 1.2 kg (2 lb 11 oz) (wall-
Outputs VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms mounted part)
2.8 kg (6 lb 3 oz) (whole
HDMI Section
speaker)
Connector Type A (19pin)
BD/DVD/Super Audio CD/CD System Surround (SS-TSB111) for BDV-N890W
Signal format system NTSC Dimensions (approx.) 98 mm × 255 mm × 91 mm
(3 7/8 in × 10 in × 3 5/8 in)
USB Section (w/h/d)
USB 1/2 port: Type A (For connecting Mass (approx.) 0.6 kg (1 lb 6 oz)
USB memory, memory
card reader, digital still
Center (SS-CTB111)
camera, and digital video Dimensions (approx.) 331 mm × 59 mm × 57 mm
camera) (13 1/8 in × 2 3/8 in × 2 1/4
in) (w/h/d)
LAN Section Mass (approx.) 0.5 kg (1 lb 2 oz)
LAN (100) terminal 100BASE-TX Terminal
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Subwoofer (SS-WSB112) for BDV-N990W Standby power consumption
Dimensions (approx.) 211 mm × 337 mm × 411 0.5 W (standby mode)
mm (8 3/8 in × 13 1/4 in × 0.2 W (turned off)
16 1/8 in) (w/h/d) Dimensions (approx.) 206 mm × 60 mm × 236
Mass (approx.) 7.2 kg (15 lb 14 oz) mm (8 1/8 in × 2 3/8 in ×
9 3/8 in) (w/h/d) with the
Subwoofer (SS-WSB111) for BDV-N890W wireless receiver inserted
Mass (approx.) 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz)
mm (7 1/2 in × 12 3/4 in × Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50)
14 3/4 in) (w/h/d) Communication system Wireless sound
Mass (approx.) 5.6 kg (12 lb 6 oz) Specification version 1.0
Frequency band 5.736 GHz - 5.814 GHz
General
Modulation method DSSS
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power requirements DC 3.3 V, 300 mA
Power consumption On: 115 W
Dimensions (approx.) 30 mm × 9 mm × 60 mm
Standby: 0.3 W (at the
(1 3/16 in × 3/8 in × 2 3/8 in)
Power Saving mode)
(w/h/d)
Mass (approx.) 10 g (1/2 oz)
mm (18 1/8 in × 3 in × 9 in)
(w/h/d) incl. projecting
Design and specifications are subject to change
parts
without notice.
460 mm × 74 mm × 239
mm (18 1/8 in × 3 in ×
9 1/2 in) (w/h/d) (with the • Standby power consumption 0.3W (Main Unit),
wireless transceiver 0.2W (Surround Amplifier).
inserted) • Over 85% power efficiency of amplifier block is
460 mm × 148 mm × 226 achieved with the full digital amplifier, S-Master.
mm (18 1/8 in × 5 7/8 in ×
9 in) (w/h/d) (with stand
and cord cover attached)
(BDV-N990W only)
Mass (approx.) 3.6 kg (7 lb 15 oz)
Surround amplifier (TA-SA300WR)
Amplifier Section
U.S.models:
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
(FTC) With 3 ohms loads, both
channels driven, from 180
- 20,000 Hz; rated 45 watts
per channel minimum
RMS power, with no more
than 1% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milli
watts to rated output.
Other models:
POWER OUTPUT (reference)
Surround L/Surround R 125 W (per channel at 3
ohms, 1 kHz)
Rated impedance: 3 - 16 Ω
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption On: 50 W
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Language Code List
The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Parental Control/Area Code List
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Index
Numerics F Preset Mode 45
3D 27 FM Mode 36 Q
3D Output Setting 46 Front panel 11
Front panel display 12 Quick Start Mode 49
A
G R
A/V SYNC 34
Attenuate - AUDIO 47 Gracenote Settings 50 Rear panel 12
Audio DRC 47 Region code 59
Audio Language 48 H Registered Media Remote
Audio Output 47 Devices 51
HDMI
Audio Return Channel 49 Remote control 14
YCbCr/RGB (HDMI) 46
Audio Settings 47 Remote Controller Setting
HDMI Deep Color Output 46
Auto Calibration 37, 48 Guide 45
Auto Display 50 I Remote Sensor 49
Remote Start 51
Illumination/Display 49
B Initialize Personal Information
Renderer Access Control 51
Renderer Options 51
BD Audio MIX Setting 47 51
Reset to Factory Default
BD Hybrid Disc Playback Internet content 30
Settings 51
Layer 48 Internet Settings 50
Resetting 51
BD Internet Connection 48 Internet Video Parental Control
BD Parental Control 48 48 S
BD/DVD Menu Language 48 Internet Video Unrated 48
BD/DVD Viewing Settings 48 SBM 47
BD-LIVE 27 L Screen Format 46
BD-ROM 24p Output 46 Screen Saver 50
Language Code List 63
BONUSVIEW 27 Screen Settings 46
BRAVIA Sync 37 M SLEEP 39
Slideshow 34
Media Remote Device
C Registration 51
Software License Information
50
CD 58 Multiplex broadcast sound 35 Sound Effect 47
Child Lock 40 Music Settings 49 Speaker Settings 38, 47
Cinema Conversion Mode 46
Distance 38
Connection Server Settings 50 N Level 38
Control for HDMI 37, 49 Network Connection Subtitle Language 48
Diagnostics 50 Super Audio CD Playback
D Network Settings 50 Channel 49
D.C.A.C. (Digital Cinema Auto Network Update 45 Super Audio CD Playback
Calibration) 37
Layer 49
DLNA 30, 51 O Surround amplifier 13
Dolby Digital 35 OSD Language 49 System Information 50
DTS 35 Output Video Format 46
DVD 58 T
DVD Aspect Ratio 46 P Test Tone 39
DVD Parental Control 48
Parental Control Area Code 48 TV Screen Size Setting for 3D
DVD-ROM 24p Output 46
Parental Control Settings 48 46
E PARTY Auto Start 51 TV Type 46
Password 48
Easy Initial Settings 51 Pause Mode 47 U
Easy Network Settings 51 Play information 28 Update 45
Easy Setup 24, 51 Playable discs 58 USB 28
External Input Settings 50 Power Save Drive 49
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W
WEP 22
Wireless Sound Connection 49
WPA2-PSK (AES) 22
WPA2-PSK (TKIP) 22
WPA-PSK (AES) 22
WPA-PSK (TKIP) 22
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Important Safety On watching 3D video

• Lower parts of the front and

• Dock for iPod/iPhone

• Screws (silver) for the speaker

• Screws (black) for the speaker

• Screws for the stand (3)

• Speaker cords (4, red/white/ • Wireless transceivers (2)

• FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Operating Instructions

• Dock for iPod/iPhone

• USB cable (1)

• Video cord (1)

• Surround amplifier (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

FUNCTION VOL VOL

A Disc slot (page 27) About soft-touch buttons/

A Lights up when repeat play is F Displays the system’s status, such as

DIGITAL IN AUDIO IN ECM-AC3 FM FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER CENTER

A Wireless transceiver slot (page 22) G TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page

Front panel Rear panel

IMPEDANCE USE 3-16

A "/1 (Power) C Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50) slot

Radio operation buttons

How to position the system

A Front speaker (L (left))

• Use caution when placing the speakers and/or

• You can install the speakers on a wall. For details,

connections are made.

“Speaker Installation Guide.”

• When you connect another component with a volume

Connecting the speakers

FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER CENTER

DIGITAL IN AUDIO IN ECM-AC3 FM FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER CENTER

* This connection is unnecessary for connection A (HDMI connection).

DIGITAL IN AUDIO IN ECM-AC3 FM FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER CENTER

* Use a High Speed HDMI cable.

When you make connection B, C

AUDIO IN ECM-AC3 FM FRONT R FRONT L

• Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).

LAN (100) IN 1 IN 2 OUT DIGITAL IN

• If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial

LAN cable (not supplied)

Before performing the network

* SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that

About wireless LAN security

x No Security 2 Insert the wireless transceiver into the

prevent outsiders from intercepting

Follow the Steps below to make the basic C/X/x/c

For details about [Auto Calibration]

“BD/DVD” t “USB1” t “USB2” t “FM”

Some functions may be changed via the TV screen by

sound experience with depth and

2 Load a disc. 1 Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc playback.

You can enjoy the music/video/photo and

• The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the

Sony Entertainment Network serves as a

Video streaming control panel

Prepare for using the DLNA function.

There are two kinds of PARTY STREAMING-