Page 2 - CAUTION; WARNING
2 US 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 US Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s ...
Page 4 - Copy Protection
4 US Copy Protection Please be advised of the advanced content protection systems used in both Blu-ray Disc TM and DVD media. These systems, called AACS (Advanced Access Content System) and CSS (Content Scramble System), may contain some restrictions on playback, analog output, and other similar fea...
Page 6 - Table of Contents; Step 4: Performing the Easy
6 US Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ....... 5Unpacking ............................................... 7Index to Parts and Control .................... 11 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System ....... 16Step 2: Connecting the System ... 20Step 3: Connecting to the Netwo...
Page 7 - Unpacking; • Remote commander
7 US Unpacking BDV-E580/BDV-T58 • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Speaker cords (5, red/white/ green/gray/blue) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Video cord (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • HDMI ...
Page 8 - • Lower parts of the front
8 US BDV-E880 • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Speaker cords (5, red/white/ green/gray/blue) • Speaker-bottom covers (2) • Bases (2) • Lower parts of the front speakers (2) • Screws (silver) (2) • Screws (black) (6) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • ...
Page 9 - • Lower parts of the front and
9 US BDV-E980 • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Speaker cords (5, red/white/ green/gray/blue) • Speaker-bottom covers (4) • Bases (4) • Lower parts of the front and surround speakers (4) • Screws (silver) (4) • Screws (black) (12) • FM wire antenna (...
Page 10 - and; Preparing the remote
10 US Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. Preparing the remote
Page 11 - Index to Parts and Control; Front panel display; Front panel
11 US Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. A Front panel display B Soft-touch buttons/indicators Z (open/close) (page 34) Opens or closes the disc tray. N (play) Starts or re-starts playback (resume play).Plays a slideshow when a disc containi...
Page 12 - About the indications in the front panel display; Displays the system’s playing status.
12 US About the indications in the front panel display A Displays the system’s playing status. B Lights up when repeat play is activated. C Lights up when stereo sound is received. (Radio only) D Lights up when the system is playing via the PARTY STREAMING function. E Lights up when the HDMI (OUT) j...
Page 13 - ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75; Rear panel
13 US A SPEAKERS jacks (page 20) B COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 22) C (USB) port (page 35) D SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL IN COAXIAL) jack (page 24) E ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75 Ω ) jack (page 26) F A.CAL MIC jack (pages 29, 48) G AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 24) H TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page 22) I ...
Page 14 - SPEAKERS TV; Remote control
14 US Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, 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 51).) A Z (open/close) Opens or closes the disc tray. SPEAKERS TV y AUDIO Selects...
Page 15 - Playback operation buttons
15 US F Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 34). . / > (previous/next) Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or file. (replay/advance) Briefly replay the current scenes for 10 seconds./Briefly fast forwards the current scenes for 15 seconds. m / M (fast/slow/freeze frame) Fast rev...
Page 16 - Gettin; Step 1: Installing the System; Install the system by referring to the illustration below.; Getting Started; How to position the system
16 US Gettin g Star ted Step 1: Installing the System Install the system by referring to the illustration below. • Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speaker stands attached to the speakers on a specially treated (waxed, oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining or discoloration may result...
Page 17 - About the subwoofer’s speaker cord
17 US Getting Star te d (BDV-E980 only) You can arrange the subwoofer’s speaker cord by changing which direction it protrudes from the bottom of the subwoofer. • To avoid short-circuiting the speakers, make sure that the speaker cord connection is not like the following examples. If there is a probl...
Page 20 - Step 2: Connecting the System; To connect speaker cords to the speaker; , and the speaker cord without the color tube to; Connecting the speakers
20 US 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.To assemble the speakers, refer to the supplied “Sp...
Page 21 - To connect speaker cords to the unit
21 US Getting Star te d To connect speaker cords to the unit Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks of the unit.When connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks. FRONT R FRONT L SUR R SUR L CENTER SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS Green(Center speaker) Purple (Subwoofer...
Page 22 - Connecting the TV; Video connections
22 US Gettin g Star ted Connect the system to your TV to display the image of the system on your TV, and listen to TV sound via the system’s speakers. Depending on the jacks and functions on your TV, select the connection method.• When your TV has an HDMI jack that is marked “ARC 1) ”: Connection A ...
Page 23 - HDMI cable connection; Component video cable connection
23 US Getting Star te d A HDMI cable connection If your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV with an HDMI cable. This will provide better image quality compared to other types of connections.When connecting with an HDMI cable, you need to select the type of output signal when performing the Easy S...
Page 24 - Connecting the other components
24 US Gettin g Star ted When a component you wish to connect to the system has an HDMI (OUT) jack You can connect a component that has an HDMI (OUT) jack such as a set-top box/digital satellite receiver or PLAYSTATION ® 3, etc., with an HDMI cable. An HDMI cable connection can send both video and au...
Page 25 - When the component does not have an HDMI OUT jack; • Component which does not have a digital coaxial output jack:
25 US Getting Star te d When the component does not have an HDMI OUT jack Connect the system so that video signals from the system and other component are sent to the TV, and audio signals from the component are sent to the system as follows. If the component plays sound only, connect the audio outp...
Page 27 - Step 3: Connecting to the Network; • If you use other than a wireless LAN
27 US Getting Star te d Step 3: Connecting to the Network • To connect the system to your network, you need to make network settings that suit your usage environment and components. For details, see “Setting up the Network” (page 53) and “[Network Settings]” (page 62). For BDV-E580/BDV-T58 Select th...
Page 28 - Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the unit.; USB Wireless Setup
28 US Gettin g Star ted For other models Select the method based on your LAN (Local Area Network) environment. 1 Wired Setup Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the unit. 2 USB Wireless Setup Use a wireless LAN via the USB Wireless LAN Adapter (Sony UWA-BR100* only).The USB Wirel...
Page 29 - Before performing Step 4; Press
29 US Getting Star te d Step 4: Performing the Easy Setup Before performing Step 4 Make sure all connections are secure, and then connect the AC power cord (mains lead).Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments for using the system.Displayed items vary depending on the country model. 1 Tu...
Page 31 - Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound; The setting method differs depending on the function.; When playing via the “BD/DVD”; The option menu appears on the TV screen.; The option menu appears in the front panel display.; Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference
31 US Getting Star te d Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound After performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy surround sound. You can also select pre-programmed surround settings that are tailored to different kinds of sound sources. They bring the exciting and powerful sou...
Page 32 - The option menu in the front panel display turns off.; About speaker output of each surround setting
32 US Gettin g Star ted 5 Press OPTIONS. The option menu in the front panel display turns off. About speaker output of each surround setting The table below describes the options when you connect all the speakers to the unit.The default setting is [A.F.D. Multi] (“A.F.D. MULTI”). Sound from Surround...
Page 34 - Playing a Disc; • Connect the system to your 3D-; Playback
34 US Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 71). 1 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears on your TV screen. 2 Press Z , and place a disc on the disc tray. 3 Press Z to close the disc tray. appears on the home menu and playback starts....
Page 35 - ck; Connect the USB device to the; Displaying the play information
P layb a ck 35 US You can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY.The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and system status. Example: when playing a BD-ROM A Output resolution/Video frequency B Title number or name C The currently selected audio setting D Avail...
Page 36 - Enjoying an iPod/iPhone; Compatible iPod/iPhone models
36 US Enjoying an iPod/iPhone You can enjoy the music/video*/photo* and charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the system. * U.S. and Canada models only. Compatible iPod/iPhone models The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as follows. Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before using wi...
Page 37 - The home menu appears on the TV screen.
P layb a ck 37 US (For other models)Connect the iPod/iPhone to the (USB) port on the unit with the iPod/iPhone’s USB cable. 2 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 3 Press C / c to select [Video] * , [Music], or [Photo] * . * U.S. and Canada models only. 4 Press X / x to select [iPod (...
Page 38 - Playing via a Network; To use the control panel
38 US • The iPod/iPhone is charged when connected to the system while the system is turned on. • You cannot transfer songs onto the iPod/iPhone from this system. • Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod/iPhone is lost or damaged when using an iPod/iPhone connected ...
Page 39 - Prepare for using the DLNA function.
P layb a ck 39 US C Network condition indicator Indicates signal strength for a wireless connection. Indicates a wired connection. D Network transmission speed E The next video file name F The currently selected video file name You can play video/music/photo files on other DLNA-certified components ...
Page 40 - Prepare for PARTY STREAMING.; To use the system as PARTY host; Select a track in
40 US You can play the same music at the same time across all Sony components which are compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function and connected to your home network. There are two kinds of PARTY STREAMING-compatible components.• PARTY host: Sends and plays files• PARTY guest: Receives and plays f...
Page 41 - Available Options; Common options
P layb a ck 41 US To search for further related information Select an item in the lists, and select [Information Search] or [Internet Video Search]. Available Options Various settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. Co...
Page 43 - Sound Adjustment
Sou nd Adj u stm e nt 43 US 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 pr...
Page 44 - CD; • “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be
44 US x BD/DVD VIDEO Depending on the BD/DVD VIDEO, the choice of language varies.When 4 digits are displayed, they indicate a language code. See “Language Code List” (page 76) to confirm which language the code represents. When the same language is displayed two or more times, the BD/DVD VIDEO is r...
Page 45 - une; Listening to the Radio; Automatic tuning; To turn off the radio; To change the preset number; Tuner; Presetting radio stations
T une r 45 US Listening to the Radio You can enjoy radio sound with the system’s speakers. 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display. 2 Select the radio station. Automatic tuning Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto scanning starts.[Auto Tuning] appears on the TV ...
Page 46 - The last received station is tuned in.; Selecting the preset station
46 US 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display. The last received station is tuned in. 2 Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select the preset station. The preset number and frequency appear on the TV screen and front panel display.Each time you press the button, the syst...
Page 47 - Other Operations; Using “BRAVIA” Sync
O ther O p erati ons 47 US Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync This function is available on TVs with the “BRAVIA” Sync function.By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function via an HDMI cable, operation is simplified. • Some functions can onl...
Page 49 - Setting the Speakers
O ther O p erati ons 49 US 9 Press X / x to select [OK] or [Cancel], then press . x The measurement is OK. Disconnect the calibration mic, then select [OK]. The result is implemented. x The measurement is not OK. Follow the message, then select [OK] to retry. • While the Auto Calibration function is...
Page 50 - The system returns to the previous display.; Using the Sleep Timer; To check the remaining time
50 US • You can change measurement units (feet or meters) by pressing the color button (RED). 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...
Page 52 - Browsing Websites; Prepare for Internet browsing.; To enter a URL; Internet Browser display
52 US Browsing Websites You can connect to the Internet and enjoy websites like the Sony homepage using the system. 1 Prepare for Internet browsing. Connect the system to a network (page 27). 2 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 3 Press C / c to select [Network]. 4 Press X / x to se...
Page 53 - Setting up the Network; To open the setting display
O ther O p erati ons 53 US Setting up the Network [Internet Settings] Before setting, connect the system to the network. For details, see “Step 3: Connecting to the Network” (page 27). To open the setting display 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Press C / c to select [Setup]. ...
Page 54 - Auto setting
54 US 4 Press X / x to select [Internet Settings], then press . The [Internet Settings] display appears. • The [Internet Settings] items are necessary to connect to the Internet. Enter the respective (alphanumeric) values for your broadband router or Wireless LAN router. The items that need to be se...
Page 56 - No Security; About wireless LAN security
56 US 4 Press X / x to select the security mode, then press . • [None]: Select this if the wireless LAN is unsecured. Setup of wireless LAN connectivity is finished. Next, enter the IP address settings by following the Steps of “Auto setting” or “Manual setting” in “When connecting to the LAN with a...
Page 57 - Using the Setup Display; Settings and Adjustments
Settings and Adjus tments 57 US Using the Setup Display You can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound.Select (Setup) on the home menu when you need to change the settings of the system.The default settings are underlined. • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority ove...
Page 58 - Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV.
58 US For customers in Mexico and Latin America:http://esupport.sony.com/LA During a software update, “UPDATING” appears in the front panel display. After the update completes, the main unit automatically turns off. Please wait for the software update to complete; do not turn the main unit on or off...
Page 61 - You can make the system-related settings.
Settings and Adjus tments 61 US [Parental Control Settings] x [Password] Set or change the password for the Parental Control function. A password allows you to set a restriction on BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, or Internet video playback. If necessary, you can differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs a...
Page 62 - Registers your “Media remote” device.
62 US [Auto]: The system can receive the digital audio signal of the TV automatically via an HDMI cable.[Off]: Off. • This function is available only when [Control for HDMI] is set to [On]. x [Quick Start Mode] [On]: Shortens the startup time from standby mode. You can operate the system quickly aft...
Page 64 - Additional Information
64 US 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 65 - On moving the system; Notes about the Discs; On handling discs
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 65 US 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 no...
Page 66 - Troubleshooting; General
66 US 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 67 - Picture
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 67 US Picture Symptom Problems and solutions There is no picture. • Check the output method on your system (page 22). There is no picture when you make an HDMI cable connection. • The unit is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content...
Page 68 - Sound
68 US Sound Tuner Playback Symptom Problems and solutions There is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely. • Check the speaker settings (page 49). The Super Audio CD sound of a component that is connected to the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack is not output. • HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (I...
Page 70 - Network connection
70 US Network connection Built-in/USB wireless LAN connection Symptom Problems and solutions The system cannot connect to the network. • Check the network connection (page 27) and the network settings (page 62). Symptom Problems and solutions You cannot connect your PC to the Internet after [Wi-Fi P...
Page 71 - Playable Discs; Discs that cannot be played
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 71 US 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)...
Page 72 - Playable Types of Files; Video
72 US Playable Types of Files Video 1) Music Photo 1) 1) The system does not play these files via the DLNA renderer function. 2) The system does not play files encoded with DRM. 3) The system plays AVCHD-format files that are recorded via a digital video camera, etc. To watch AVCHD-format files, the...
Page 73 - Supported Audio Formats; Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 73 US Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. 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 DV...
Page 74 - Specifications
74 US Specifications Amplifier Section U.S.models:AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONSPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:(FTC)Front L + Front R: With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 180 - 20,000 Hz; rated 60 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 1% total harmonic distortion f...
Page 76 - Language Code List; Parental Control/Area Code List
76 US Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Parental Control/Area Code List
Page 77 - Index; Numerics
77 US Index Numerics 3D 343D Output Setting 58 A A/V SYNC 42Attenuate - AUDIO 59Audio 60Audio DRC 59Audio Output 59Audio Return Channel 61Audio Settings 59Auto Calibration 48, 60Auto Display 62Auto Standby 62 B BD Audio MIX Setting 59BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer 60 BD Internet Connection 60BD Paren...
