Page 2 - CAUTION; 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 - Copy Protection
3 GB disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives. The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authoriz...
Page 6 - Table of Contents; Selecting the Effect to Suit
6 GB Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ....... 5Unpacking ............................................... 7Index to Parts and Controls ................... 10 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System ....... 16Step 2: Connecting the System ... 18Step 3: Performing the Easy Set...
Page 7 - Unpacking
7 GB Unpacking BDV-L800/BDV-L800M • Main unit (1) • Front speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Dock for iPod/iPhone (TDM-iP30) (1) • Video cord for Dock for iPod/iPhone (1) • USB cable (1) • Stand cover (1) • Wirel...
Page 9 - Preparing the remote
9 GB 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 10 - Index to Parts and Controls; Main unit
10 GB Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. A Ventilation openings B Disc slot (page 36) C Soft-touch buttons/indicators N (play) Starts or re-starts playback (resume play).Plays a slideshow when a disc containing JPEG image files is inserted....
Page 12 - About the indications in the front panel display; Front panel display
12 GB 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 jac...
Page 13 - Subwoofer
13 GB A LINK/STANDBY indicator You can check the status of wireless transmission between the main unit and subwoofer. B SPEAKERS jacks C Ventilation openings D " / 1 (Power) button Turns the subwoofer on/off. E SECURE LINK button (page 55) Starts the Secure Link function. F Wireless transceiver ...
Page 14 - Remote control
14 GB The buttons for system operation only are described below. See “Controlling Your TV or Other Components with the Supplied Remote” (page 52) for the buttons for operation of the connected components. • Number 5, , PROG +, and N buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when...
Page 16 - Step 1: Installing the System; Getting Started; How to position the system
16 GB Gettin g Star ted Step 1: Installing the System You can select from one of three positions for installing the main unit: in a vertical position, in a horizontal position, or on a wall. For details, see “Selecting the installation position of the main unit” (page 27).You can also install the fr...
Page 17 - Note on handling the subwoofer
17 GB Getting Star te d • Place the front speakers forward from the TV. Make sure there are no obstacles in front of the speakers. • Both front speakers should be pointed straight forward. Do not place the speakers at an angle. Note on handling the subwoofer Do not hold the subwoofer by the middle o...
Page 18 - Step 2: Connecting the System; Connecting the speakers to the subwoofer
18 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 cords (mains leads) of the main unit and subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains) until all the other connections are made. • When you connect another co...
Page 19 - Connecting the TV; Video connections
19 GB Getting Star te d Connect the system to your TV to display the image of the system on your TV, and listen to TV sound via the system’s speakers. Depending on the jacks and functions on your TV, select the connection method.• When your TV has an HDMI jack that is marked “ARC*”: Connection A • W...
Page 20 - Video cord connection; Digital optical cord connection
20 GB Gettin g Star ted A HDMI cable connection If your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV with a High Speed HDMI cable. This will provide better image quality compared to other types of connections.When connecting with a High Speed HDMI cable, you need to select the type of output signal when p...
Page 21 - Connecting the other components with an HDMI (OUT) jack
21 GB Getting Star te d 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 a High Speed HDMI cable. A High Speed HDMI cable connection can send both video and audio signals. By connecting the system and the componen...
Page 23 - Connecting to the network
23 GB Getting Star te d • To connect the system to your network, you need to make network settings that suit your usage environment and components. For details, see “Setting up the Network” (page 56) and “[Network Settings]” (page 66). For BDV-L800/BDV-L800M Select the method based on your LAN (Loca...
Page 24 - USB Wireless Setup
24 GB Gettin g Star ted For BDV-L600 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 main unit. 2 USB Wireless Setup Use a wireless LAN via the USB Wireless LAN Adapter (Sony UWA-BR100* only).The USB Wirel...
Page 25 - Inserting the wireless transceivers
25 GB Getting Star te d The main unit transmits sound to the subwoofer that is connected to the front speakers. To activate wireless transmission, perform the following Steps. 1 Insert a wireless transceiver into the main unit by matching the markings on the rear panel. 2 Insert a wireless transceiv...
Page 26 - Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) to the main unit
26 GB Gettin g Star ted Do not plug the AC power cord (mains lead) for the main unit into a wall outlet (mains) until you have made all other connections. 1 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC adapter. 2 Plug the connector of the AC adapter into the DC IN 14V connector on the rear of th...
Page 27 - To install the main unit on a wall; Selecting the installation position of the main unit
27 GB Getting Star te d You can select from one of three positions for installing the main unit: in a vertical position, in a horizontal position, or on a wall. To install the main unit in a vertical position See “Attaching the covers” (page 28). To install the main unit in a horizontal position Ref...
Page 28 - Attaching the covers
28 GB Gettin g Star ted After you have made all the connections, organize the cables and attach the panel cover and the stand cover by following the Steps below. 1 Place the main unit on its face. • Make sure to place the main unit on a soft thick cloth to prevent damaging the main unit. 2 Bring tog...
Page 29 - To remove the stand cover
29 GB Getting Star te d 4 Attach the panel cover to the rear of the main unit. Put the left edge of the lower part of the panel cover on ( C ), align the bottom projection of the panel cover with ( D ), and then slide it inward until it clicks into place. • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenn...
Page 31 - About the standby mode; Turning on the system
31 GB Getting Star te d After you have made all connections in “Step 2: Connecting the System” (page 18), turn the system on. 1 Press " / 1 to turn the main unit on. 2 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer into the wall outlet (mains). After the subwoofer turns on, the LINK/STA...
Page 34 - Step 5: Enjoying Surround Sound; When playing via the “BD/DVD”; When playing via the “HDMI1,” “HDMI2,” or “TV” function; Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference
34 GB Gettin g Star ted Step 5: Enjoying Surround Sound After performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy surround sound. You can also select pre-programmed surround settings that are tailored to different kinds of sound sources. They bring the exciting and powerful sou...
Page 35 - About speaker output
35 GB Getting Star te d About speaker output The default setting is [Auto] (“AUTO”). • Depending on the input stream, the surround settings may not be effective. • When you play a Super Audio CD, surround settings are not activated. • You can also select the surround setting in [Surround Setting] of...
Page 36 - Playing a Disc; Playback
36 GB Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 75). 1 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears on your TV screen. 2 Load a disc. appears on the home menu and playback starts.If playback does not start automatically, select in the [Video], [...
Page 37 - ck; Displaying the play information
P layb a ck 37 GB 2 Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc. The operation method differs depending on the disc. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc. • Refer also to the operating instructions of your 3D- compatible TV. You can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY.The di...
Page 38 - Enjoying an iPod/iPhone; Compatible iPod/iPhone models
38 GB Enjoying an iPod/iPhone You can enjoy the music/video/photo and charge the battery of an iPod/iPhone via the system. Compatible iPod/iPhone models The compatible iPod/iPhone models are as follows. Update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software before using with the system. Made for iPod touc...
Page 40 - Playing via a Network; To use the control panel
40 GB Playing via a Network BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway delivering selected Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to your main unit. • Some Internet content requires registration via a PC before it can be played. 1 Prepare for BRAVIA Internet Video. Connect...
Page 41 - To use the system as PARTY host
P layb a ck 41 GB To play files stored on a DLNA server via the system (DLNA Player) Select the DLNA server icon from [Video], [Music], or [Photo] in the home menu, then select the file that you want to play. To play remote files by operating the system (Renderer) via a DLNA controller You can opera...
Page 42 - Available Options; Common options
42 GB • The sale and product lineup of products that are compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function differ depending on the area. You can acquire content information using Gracenote technology and search for related information. 1 Connect the system to a network (page 23). 2 Insert a disc or conne...
Page 45 - Sound Adjustment
Sou nd Adj u stm e nt 45 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 47 - une; Listening to the Radio; Automatic tuning; To turn off the radio; Tuner; Presetting radio stations
T une r 47 GB 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 48 - To change the preset number; Selecting the preset station
48 GB To change the preset number Select the desired preset number by pressing PRESET +/–, then perform the procedure from Step 3. 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 stat...
Page 49 - Other Operations; Using “BRAVIA” Sync
O th e r O p era tions 49 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 via a High Speed HDMI cable, operation is simplified. • Some funct...
Page 50 - Routing Control; Position Control; Setting the Speakers
50 GB Routing Control When you perform One-Touch Play on the connected component, the system turns on and sets the system’s function to “HDMI1” or “HDMI2” (depending on the HDMI input jack in use), and your TV’s input is automatically set to the HDMI input to which the system is connected. • Make su...
Page 51 - Using the Sleep Timer; To check the remaining time
O th e r O p era tions 51 GB test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence.Adjust the sound level as follows. 1 Set [Test Tone] to [On]. 2 Press X / x to select [Level], then press . 3 Press X / x to select the desired speaker type, then press . 4 Press C / c to select the left or right speaker...
Page 53 - Browsing Websites; To enter a URL
O th e r O p era tions 53 GB 4 Press X / x to select [Preset Mode], then press . 5 Press X / x to select the component type that you want to operate with the supplied remote, then press . 6 Press X / x to select the device’s manufacturer, then press . 7 Press POP UP/MENU while pressing the operation...
Page 56 - Setting up the Network; To open the setting display
56 GB • [Auto]: Normally select this. The system automatically selects the better channel for transmission. • [1], [2], [3]: The system transmits sound by fixing the channel for transmitting. Select the channel with the better transmission. • The transmission may be improved by changing the transmis...
Page 58 - About wireless LAN security
58 GB When your wireless router is compatible with the WPS function 1 Press X / x to select [Wireless Setup(built-in)] * or [USB Wireless Setup] on the [Internet Settings] display, then press . * BDV-L800/BDV-L800M only. 2 Press X / x to select [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)], then press . 3 Activate ...
Page 60 - Using the Setup Display; Settings and Adjustments
60 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. • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settin...
Page 67 - Precautions; Additional Information
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 67 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...
Page 68 - Notes about the Discs; On handling discs
68 GB On AC adapter • Use the supplied AC adapter (AC-BD100) for this player, as other adapters may cause a malfunction. • Do not disassemble or reverse-engineer. • Do not confine the AC adapter in a closed place such as a bookshelf or an AV cabinet. • Do not connect the AC adapter to a traveler’s e...
Page 69 - Troubleshooting; General
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 69 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 personne...
Page 70 - Picture
70 GB Picture Symptom Problems and solutions There is no picture. • Check the output method on your system (page 19). There is no picture when you make an HDMI cable connection. • The main unit is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (High- bandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant (“...
Page 75 - Playable Discs; Discs that cannot be played
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 75 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-...
Page 76 - Playable Types of Files; Video
76 GB Playable Types of Files Video 1) Music Photo 1) 1) The system does not play these files via the renderer function. 2) The system does not play files encoded with DRM. 3) The system plays AVCHD-format files that are recorded via a digital video camera, etc. To watch AVCHD-format files, the disc...
Page 77 - Supported Audio Formats
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 77 GB Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. a : Supported format. –: Unsupported format. • HDMI IN 1 and HDMI IN 2 jacks do not input sound in the case of an audio format that contains copy protections such as Super Audio CD or DVD-...
Page 78 - Specifications
78 GB Specifications Amplifier Section POWER OUTPUT (reference)Subwoofer: 120 W (at 4 ohms, 80 Hz) BDV-L800/BDV-L800M:POWER OUTPUT (rated)Front L/Front R: 85 W + 85 W (at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference)Front L/Front R: 130 W (per channel at 4 ohms, 1 kHz) BDV-L600:POWER OUTPUT (rated...
Page 80 - Language Code List; Parental Control/Area Code List
80 GB Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Parental Control/Area Code List
Page 81 - Index; Numerics
81 GB Index Numerics 3D 363D Output Setting 61 A A/V SYNC 44Audio 63Audio DRC 62Audio Output 62Audio Return Channel 65Audio Settings 62Auto Display 65Auto Standby 65 B BD Audio MIX Setting 62BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer 63 BD Internet Connection 63BD Parental Control 64BD/DVD Menu 63BD/DVD Viewing ...
