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Page 2 - WARNING

2 GB Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus....

Page 3 - Precautions

3 GB equipment sold in countries applying EU directives. The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any ser...

Page 5 - Table of Contents

5 GB Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ....... 4Unpacking ............................................... 6Index to Parts and Control ...................... 8 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System....... 14Step 2: Connecting the System... 20Step 3: Performing the Easy Setu...

Page 6 - Unpacking; • Remote commander

6 GB Unpacking BDV-F700 • Unit (1) • Front speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • Front speaker stands (2) • Floor bases (2) • Desktop bases (2) • Base adapters (2) • Screws (with washer) (4) • Screws (2) • Speaker cords (3, white/red/ purple) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Cable tie (1) • Remote commande...

Page 7 - Preparing the remote

7 GB BDV-F500 Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. • Unit (1) • Front speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • Speaker cord (1, purple) • HDMI cable (1) (Latin American models only) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • C...

Page 8 - Index to Parts and Control; For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses.; Unit

8 GB Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. A Ventilation slots B VOL (volume) +/– Adjusts the system’s volume. C Front panel display D (remote sensor) E Illumination LED (page 48) F (USB) port (left) (page 35) Used for connecting a USB device. ...

Page 10 - Ventilation slots

10 GB A Ventilation slots B SPEAKERS jacks (page 20) SPEAKERS FRONT L SUBWOOFER FRONT R

Page 11 - About the indications in the front panel display; Lights up when a disc is loaded.; Front panel display

11 GB About the indications in the front panel display A Lights up when the system is playing via the PARTY STREAMING function. B Flashes when the sleep timer is set. (page 48) C Lights up when a station is received. (Radio only) (page 43) D Lights up when “FM MODE” is set to “MONO.” (Radio only) (p...

Page 12 - Remote control

12 GB Number 5, , 2 +, and N buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the remote. • : For TV operations (For details, see “Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote” (page 50).) A THEATRE (page 46) Switches to the optimum video mode for watching movies automat...

Page 14 - Step 1: Installing the System; Getting Started; Positioning the speakers; A A

14 GB Gettin g Star ted Step 1: Installing the System For the best possible sound, place the front speakers at the same distance from the listening position ( A ). Place the system as illustrated below. For BDV-F700 For BDV-F500 Getting Started Positioning the speakers A A A B D C A Front left speak...

Page 15 - To set the speakers at a vertical angle; Detach the speaker stand.

15 GB Getting Star te d Note • Place the speakers on a flat and firm floor (not on thick pile carpet, for example). • Leave a space for inserting/ejecting the disc (approximately 15 cm) to the right (disc slot) side of the unit when placing an object nearby. • Use caution when placing the speakers a...

Page 16 - Tighten the screws to secure the speaker stand.; For assembling the speakers, refer to “Speaker Installation Guide.”; Assembling the speakers

16 GB Gettin g Star ted 3 Reattach the speaker stand by engaging the protrusions on the stand in the holes for either a vertical or upward angle. 4 Thread the speaker cord though the slit of the stand base to prevent the cord from being twisted or pinched. 5 Tighten the screws to secure the speaker ...

Page 17 - When installing the speakers on a wall

17 GB Getting Star te d Caution • Contact a screw shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used. • Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As a plaster board wall is especially fragile, attach the screws securely to a beam and fasten them to the wall. In...

Page 18 - Disconnect the speaker cord from the speaker.; Fully-disassembled illustration; , and the speaker cord without the color tube to

18 GB Gettin g Star ted 3 Disconnect the speaker cord from the speaker. 4 Take the speaker stand out. Fully-disassembled illustration To install the speakers on a wall for BDV-F700/BDV-F500 Before installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker.Be sure to match the speaker...

Page 19 - Fasten the screws to the wall.

19 GB Getting Star te d 1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below. Note • The length and type of the screw are examples. Select screws in accordance with the material or strength of the wall to which you install the speake...

Page 20 - Step 2: Connecting the System; To remove the panel cover of the unit; Before connecting the cables, remove the panel cover from the unit.; Connecting the speakers

20 GB Gettin g Star ted Step 2: Connecting the System For connecting the system, read the information on the following pages.Do not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains) until all the other connections are made. Note • When you connect another component with a v...

Page 21 - To connect speaker cords to the unit; Fully insert the speaker cord connectors into the unit.; To connect the speaker cord to the subwoofer; Connect the speaker cord to the subwoofer.

21 GB Getting Star te d To connect speaker cords to the unit Fully insert the speaker cord connectors into the unit. Note • Make sure to place the unit on a soft thick cloth to prevent damaging the unit. To connect the speaker cord to the subwoofer 1 Connect the speaker cord to the subwoofer. FRONT ...

Page 23 - If you do not have an HDMI cable, temporarily make this connection.

23 GB Getting Star te d This connection sends a video signal to the TV.Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method. * The HDMI cable is supplied with Latin American models only. Method 1: HDMI cable ( A ) connection If your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV with an HDMI cabl...

Page 25 - Connecting the other components

25 GB Getting Star te d When you connect the system and other components to the TV, video signals from the system and the components are sent to the TV, and audio signals from the components are sent to the system as follows. You can enjoy connected components via the system’s speakers.• VCR or digi...

Page 27 - To set the network settings; Connecting to the network

27 GB Getting Star te d Wired Setup Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the unit. USB Wireless Setup Use a wireless LAN via the USB Wireless LAN Adapter (Sony UWA-BR100* only) (not supplied).The USB Wireless LAN Adapter may not be available in some regions/countries. * As of Janu...

Page 28 - Place the unit on its face.; Bundle the cables and the speaker cords with the cable tie.; Attaching the panel cover

28 GB Gettin g Star ted After connecting the cables, organize them and attach the panel cover by following the Steps below. 1 Place the unit on its face. Note • Make sure to place the unit on a soft thick cloth to prevent damaging the unit. 2 Bring together the cables (except the FM wire antenna (ae...

Page 29 - To open the hatch of the panel cover

29 GB Getting Star te d 5 Attach the panel cover to the rear of the unit. Put the corner of the panel cover on ( C ), then slide it inward until it clicks into place. Thread the FM wire antenna (aerial) through the small indentation of the panel cover. Note • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire ante...

Page 30 - Press; To recall the Easy Setup Display; The home menu appears on the TV screen.

30 GB Gettin g Star ted Step 3: Performing the Easy Setup Before performing Step 3 Make sure all connections are secure, and then connect the AC power cord (mains lead).Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system.Displayed items vary depending on the country model. 1 Tu...

Page 32 - Step 5: Enjoying Surround Sound; About speaker output; The default setting is “AUTO.”; To turn the surround sound effect off; Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference

32 GB Gettin g Star ted Step 5: Enjoying Surround Sound After performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy surround sound. Surround sound brings the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X / x repeatedly until “SUR.SET...

Page 34 - Playing a Disc; appears on the home menu and playback; • Connect the system to your 3D-; Playback

34 GB Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 66). 1 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears on your TV screen. 2 Load a disc. Push the disc into the disc slot until the disc is pulled in automatically. appears on the home menu and playba...

Page 35 - ck; Connect the USB device to a; Displaying the play information

P layb a ck 35 GB You can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY.The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and player status. Example: when playing a BD-ROM A Output resolution/Video frequency B Title number or name C The currently selected audio setting D Avail...

Page 36 - Enjoying an iPod; Compatible iPod models; Playing via a Network

36 GB Enjoying an iPod You can enjoy the sound and charge the battery of an iPod via the system. Compatible iPod models The compatible iPod models are as follows. Update your iPod with the latest software before using with the system. 1 Connect the iPod to a (USB) port on the unit with the iPod’s US...

Page 37 - The file list or folder list appears.; To start a party

P layb a ck 37 GB 3 Press X / x to select an Internet content provider icon, then press . When the Internet content list has not been retrieved, it will be represented by an unacquired icon or a new icon. To use the control panel The control panel appears when the video file starts playing. The disp...

Page 38 - To leave from a party; Press OPTIONS, press

38 GB 4 Press X / x to select [Start Party], then press . All party guests’ components start playing the same audio content as the party host. To join in a party (for a party guest only) You can use the system to play the content that is playing on other components. 1 Turn on the system and other So...

Page 39 - Available Options; Common options

P layb a ck 39 GB Available Options Various settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. Common options [Video] only [Music] only Items Details [Playback History] Displays titles/tracks in the playback history of a BD-ROM/...

Page 40 - The system menu turns off.

40 GB [Photo] only When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. 1 Press SYSTEM MENU. 2 Press X / x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC” appears in the front panel display, then press or c . 3 Press X / x to adjust the delay between the p...

Page 41 - Sound Adjustment

Sou nd Adj u stm e nt 41 GB Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source You can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music. Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during playback until the desired mode appears in the front panel display. • “AUTO”: The system selects “MOVIE” or “MUSIC” automatically to produc...

Page 42 - CD

42 GB x BD/DVD VIDEO Depending on the BD/DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. See “Language Code List” (page 71) to confirm which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the BD/DVD VIDEO is r...

Page 43 - une; Listening to the Radio; Automatic tuning; To turn off the radio; Tuner; Presetting radio stations

T une r 43 GB Listening to the Radio You can enjoy radio sound with the system’s speakers. 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TUNER FM” appears in the front panel display. 2 Select the radio station. Automatic tuning Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto scanning starts.[Auto Tuning] appears on t...

Page 44 - To change the preset number; The last received station is tuned in.; Simply select a station from the FM band.; Selecting the preset station; Receiving RDS broadcasts

44 GB 5 Press X / x to select the preset number you want. Tip • You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons. 6 Press . “COMPLETE” appears in the front panel display, and the station is stored. 7 Repeat Steps 2 to 6 to store other stations. 8 Press SYSTEM MENU. The system...

Page 45 - Other Operations

O th e r O p era tions 45 GB Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync This function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function.By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable, operation is simplified as below: – System Pow...

Page 46 - be output from the speakers of the system.; Using the Theatre Mode

46 GB 6 Press X / x to select the setting, then press . • [On]: On.• [Off]: Off. (System Power Off) When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote or TV " / 1 on the system’s remote, the system turns off automatically. Note • This function depends on the settings of your T...

Page 47 - Setting the Speakers

O th e r O p era tions 47 GB (Audio Return Channel) The system can receive the digital audio signal of the TV via an HDMI cable when your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function. You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using just one HDMI cable. For details, see [Audio Return Channe...

Page 48 - The system returns to the previous display.; Using the Sleep Timer; To check the remaining time

48 GB Note • Depending on the input stream, [Distance] may not be effective. x [Level] You can adjust the sound level of the speakers. You can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to +6.0 dB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy adjustment. [Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the front speaker level.[S...

Page 50 - Press and hold TV

50 GB Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. Note • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code number. Press and hold ...

Page 51 - Using the Setup Display; Settings and Adjustments

Setting s an d A d ju stme nts 51 GB Using the Setup Display You can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound.Select (Setup) on the home menu when you need to change the settings of the system.The default settings are underlined. Note • Playback settings stored in the disc take pr...

Page 52 - Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV.

52 GB [Screen Settings] x [3D Output Setting] [Auto]: Normally select this.[Off]: Select this to display all contents in 2D. x [TV Screen Size Setting for 3D] Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV. x [TV Type] [16:9]: Select this when connecting to a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide-mode f...

Page 55 - You can make the system-related settings.

Setting s an d A d ju stme nts 55 GB x [Internet Video Parental Control] Playback of some Internet videos can be limited according to the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your four-digit password. x [Internet Video...

Page 57 - Registers your “BD remote” device.

Setting s an d A d ju stme nts 57 GB x [Renderer Set-up] [Automatic Access Permission]: Sets whether or not to allow automatic access from newly detected DLNA controller.[Smart Select]: Allows a Sony DLNA controller to find the system as the target component to operate by using the infrared ray. You...

Page 58 - • Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners; Additional Information

58 GB Precautions On safety • To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the system, or place the system near water, such as near a bathtub or shower room. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the system and have it checked...

Page 59 - Notes about the Discs; On handling discs

Additiona l Inf o rma tion 59 GB On moving the system • Before moving the system, make sure that there is no disc inserted, and remove the AC power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains). Notes about the Discs On handling discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not to...

Page 60 - Troubleshooting; Power

60 GB Troubleshooting If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the system, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.Note that if service personnel changes some parts during...

Page 62 - Operation

62 GB Operation There is no digital sound from the HDMI OUT jack when using the Audio Return Channel function. • Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [On] (page 55). Also, set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [Auto] (page 55). • Make sure...

Page 66 - Playable Discs; Discs that cannot be played

66 GB Playable Discs 1) Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not be playable depending on the disc type and the version. Also, the audio output differs depending on the source, connected output jack, and selected audio settings. 2) BD-RE: Ver.2.1 BD-R: Ver.1.1, ...

Page 67 - Playable Types of Files; Video

Additiona l Inf o rma tion 67 GB Playable Types of Files Video 7) Music Photo 7) 1) The system does not play files encoded with DRM. 2) ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX ® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that plays DivX video. Visit www.divx.com for mor...

Page 68 - Supported Audio Formats; Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.

68 GB Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. a : Supported format. –: Unsupported format. Function Format LPCM 2ch LPCM 5.1ch, LPCM 7.1ch Dolby Digital Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus DTS DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS96/24 DTS-HD High Resolution...

Page 69 - Specifications

Additiona l Inf o rma tion 69 GB Specifications Amplifier Section BDV-F700:POWER OUTPUT (rated)Front L/Front R: 85 W + 85 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R: 130 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz) Subwoofer: 140 W (at 4 ohms, 100 Hz) BDV-F500:POWER OUTPUT (rated)Fron...

Page 71 - Language Code List; Parental Control/Area Code List

Additiona l Inf o rma tion 71 GB Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1053 Bashkir 105...

Page 72 - Glossary; AVCHD; Dolby Digital

72 GB Glossary AVCHD The AVCHD format is a high-definition digital video camera format used to record SD (standard definition) or HD (high definition) signals of either the 1080i specification* or the 720p specification** on DVDs, using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H....

Page 73 - DTS

Additiona l Inf o rma tion 73 GB DTS Digital audio compression technology developed by DTS, Inc. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surround. This format includes a stereo rear channel and a discrete subwoofer channel. DTS provides the same 5.1 discrete channels of high quality digital audio. T...

Page 74 - Index; Numerics

74 GB Index Numerics 24p True Cinema 733D 343D Output Setting 52 A A/V SYNC 40ARC 24Attenuate - AUDIO 53Audio 54Audio DRC 53Audio Output 53Audio Return Channel 24, 55Audio Settings 53Auto Display 56Auto Standby 56AVCHD 72 B BD Audio MIX Setting 53BD Data Storage Options 54BD Hybrid Disc Playback Lay...

Page 75 - Volume Limit 55

75 GB System Information 56SYSTEM MENU 32, 40System Settings 55 T Test Tone 48TV Screen Size Setting for 3D 52TV Type 52 U Unit 8Update 51USB 35 V Volume Limit 55 W WEP 27WPA2-PSK (AES) 27WPA2-PSK (TKIP) 27WPA-PSK (AES) 27WPA-PSK (TKIP) 27 Y YCbCr/RGB (HDMI) 52