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; Copy Protection
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 6 - Table of Contents; Step 4: Performing the Easy
6 US Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ....... 5Unpacking ............................................... 7Index to Parts and Controls ..................... 8 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System ....... 13Step 2: Connecting the System ... 14Step 3: Connecting to the Netw...
Page 7 - Unpacking; Preparing the remote
7 US Unpacking BDV-E280/BDV-T28 Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Video cord (1) • Remot...
Page 8 - Index to Parts and Controls; Remote sensor; Front panel
8 US Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. A Disc tray (page 27) B Remote sensor C Front panel display D (USB) port (page 28) (Mexican and Latin American models only) Used for connecting a USB device. E Play operation buttons Z (open/close) (p...
Page 9 - About the indications in the front panel display; Displays the system’s playing status.; Front panel display
9 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 HDMI (OUT) jack is correctly connected to an HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Prot...
Page 10 - ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75; Rear panel
10 US A SPEAKERS jacks (page 14) B (USB) port (page 28) C AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 17) D ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75 Ω ) jack (page 19) E TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page 15) F LAN (100) terminal (page 20) G HDMI (IN 2) jack (page 17) H HDMI (IN 1) jack (page 17) I HDMI (OUT) jack (page 15) J V...
Page 11 - SPEAKERS TV; Remote control
11 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 41).) A Z (open/close) Opens or closes the disc tray. SPEAKERS TV y AUDIO Selects...
Page 13 - Step 1: Installing the System; Install the system by referring to the illustration below.; Getting Started; How to position the system
13 US Getting Star te d 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 14 - Gettin; Step 2: Connecting the System; To connect speaker cords to the unit; Connecting the speakers
14 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. • When you connect another component with a volume...
Page 15 - • When your TV has an HDMI jack: Connections; Connecting the TV; Video connections
15 US 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 1) ”: Connection A ...
Page 16 - Video cord connection; If your TV does not have an HDMI jack, make this connection.; Digital optical cord connection
16 US Gettin g Star ted 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 17 - Connecting the other components
17 US Getting Star te d 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 20 - Step 3: Connecting to the Network; Wired Setup; Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the unit.; USB Wireless Setup
20 US Gettin g Star ted 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 43) and “[Network Settings]” (page 51). Select the method based on you...
Page 22 - Press; To recall the Easy Setup Display; The home menu appears on the TV screen.
22 US Gettin g Star ted 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 24 - Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound; When playing via the “BD/DVD”; When playing via the “HDMI1,” “HDMI2,” “TV,” or “AUDIO” function; Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference
24 US Gettin g Star ted 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 25 - About speaker output of each surround setting
25 US Getting Star te d • When the home menu is displayed on the TV screen, this setting can be changed by selecting the surround setting via [Surround Setting] in [Audio Settings] of [Setup] (page 49). About speaker output of each surround setting The table below describes the options when you conn...
Page 27 - ck; Playing a Disc; • Connect the system to your 3D-; Playback
P layb a ck 27 US Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 60). 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 play...
Page 28 - Displaying the play information
28 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 Available functio...
Page 29 - Enjoying an iPod/iPhone; Compatible iPod/iPhone models
P layb a ck 29 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 bef...
Page 31 - Playing via a Network; To use the control panel; Network condition indicator
P layb a ck 31 US • Do not remove the iPod/iPhone during operation. To avoid data corruption or damage to the iPod/iPhone, turn the system off when connecting or removing the iPod/iPhone. • The system only recognizes iPods/iPhones that have previously been connected to the system (Mexican and Latin ...
Page 32 - Available Options; Common options
32 US 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 [Photo] only Items Details [Surround Setting] Changes the surround setting (page 24). [Repeat Setting] S...
Page 33 - The option menu appears on the TV screen.
P layb a ck 33 US When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound.The setting method differs depending on the function. • Depending on the input stream, A/V SYNC may not be effective. When playing video content via the “BD/DVD” func...
Page 34 - • “AUTO”: The system selects “MOVIE” or; Sound Adjustment
34 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 produce the sound effect...
Page 35 - CD; • “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be
Sou nd Adj u stm e nt 35 US x DVD-VR The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed.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. x CD...
Page 36 - Listening to the Radio; Automatic tuning; To turn off the radio; To change the preset number; Tuner; Presetting radio stations
36 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 screen. ...
Page 37 - une; The last received station is tuned in.; Selecting the preset station
T une r 37 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, ...
Page 38 - You can turn the system off in sync with the TV.; When you press; Other Operations; Using “BRAVIA” Sync
38 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 only be used if the conn...
Page 39 - Setting the Speakers
O th e r O p era tions 39 US • Make sure that the component is connected to the system via an HDMI cable, and the Control for HDMI function of the connected component is set to on. Setting the Speakers [Speaker Settings] To obtain the best possible surround sound, set connection of the speakers and ...
Page 40 - The system returns to the previous display.; Using the Sleep Timer; To check the remaining time; for more than 5 seconds so
40 US dB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy adjustment. [Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB: Set the front speaker level.[Center]* 0.0 dB: Set the center speaker level.[Surround Left/Right] * 0.0 dB: Set the surround speaker level.[Subwoofer] 0.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level. * This item appears when...
Page 41 - Press and hold TV
O th e r O p era tions 41 US Controlling Your TV with the Supplied Remote By adjusting the remote signal, you can control your TV with the supplied remote. • When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) setting. Reset the appropriate code numbe...
Page 42 - Browsing Websites; Prepare for Internet browsing.; To enter a URL; Internet Browser display
42 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 20). 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 43 - Setting up the Network; To open the setting display
O th e r O p era tions 43 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 20). To open the setting display 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Press C / c to select [Setup]...
Page 44 - Auto setting; , enter the DNS settings
44 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 46 - No Security; About wireless LAN security
46 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 47 - Using the Setup Display; Settings and Adjustments
Setting s an d A d ju stme nts 47 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 priorit...
Page 48 - Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV.
48 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 51 - You can make the system-related settings.
Setting s an d A d ju stme nts 51 US [Music Settings] You can make detailed settings for Super Audio CD playback. x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer] [Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD layer.[CD]: Plays the CD layer. x [Super Audio CD Playback Channel] [DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2ch area.[DSD Multi]...
Page 53 - Additional Information
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 53 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...
Page 54 - On moving the system; Notes about the Discs; On handling discs
54 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 not touch the surface. • Do not s...
Page 55 - Troubleshooting; General
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 55 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 personne...
Page 56 - Picture
56 US Picture Symptom Problems and solutions There is no picture. • Check the output method on your system (page 15). 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 Protection) compliant (“HDMI” ...
Page 57 - Sound
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 57 US Sound Tuner Symptom Problems and solutions There is no sound. • The speaker cord is not connected securely. • Check the speaker settings (page 39). 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 ...
Page 59 - Network connection
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 59 US “BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for HDMI]) Network connection USB wireless LAN connection Symptom Problems and solutions The [Control for HDMI] function does not work (“BRAVIA” Sync). • Check that [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 51). • If you change the HDMI connecti...
Page 60 - Playable Discs; Discs that cannot be played
60 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) BD-RE: Ver.2.1 BD-R: Ver.1.1, ...
Page 61 - Playable Types of Files; Video
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 61 US Playable Types of Files Video Music Photo 1) The system does not play files encoded with DRM. 2) 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 finaliz...
Page 62 - Supported Audio Formats; Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.
62 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 DVD-Audio. • For the LPCM 2ch for...
Page 63 - Specifications
Additiona l Inf o rma tion 63 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% ...
Page 64 - Language Code List; Parental Control/Area Code List
64 US Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Parental Control/Area Code List
Page 65 - Index; Numerics
65 US Index Numerics 3D 273D Output Setting 48 A A/V SYNC 33Attenuate - AUDIO 49Audio 50Audio DRC 49Audio Output 49Audio Return Channel 51Audio Settings 49Auto Display 51Auto Standby 51 B BD Audio MIX Setting 49BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer 50 BD Internet Connection 50BD Parental Control 50BD/DVD Me...