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 6 - Table of Contents
6 US Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ....... 5Unpacking ............................................... 7Index to Parts and Control .................... 10 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System ....... 15Step 2: Connecting the System ... 22Step 3: Performing the Easy Set...
Page 7 - Unpacking; • Remote commander
7 US Unpacking BDV-E870 • Front speakers (2) • Surround speakers (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Speaker cords (3, blue/gray/ green) • Video cord (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Bases (2) • Screws (6) ...
Page 9 - and; Preparing the remote
9 US BDV-E370/BDV-T37 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) • Speaker cords (5, white/red/ blu...
Page 10 - Index to Parts and Control; Play operation buttons; Front panel
10 US Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. A " / 1 (on/standby) Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode. B Play operation buttons Z (open/close) (page 32) Opens or closes the disc tray. N (play) Starts or re-starts playback (resume p...
Page 11 - About the indications in the front panel display; Displays the current sound format.; Front panel display
11 US About the indications in the front panel display A Displays the current sound format. B Lights up when the system is playing via the PARTY STREAMING function. C Lights up when outputting 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video signals. D Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video signals from the HDMI ...
Page 12 - ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75; Rear panel
12 US A (USB) port (page 33) B LAN (100) terminal (page 27) C COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 23) D VIDEO OUT jack (page 23) E HDMI OUT jack (page 23) F EZW-T100 slot (page 44) G AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 25) H A.CAL MIC jack (pages 28, 51) I ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75 Ω ) jack (page 26) J TV (DI...
Page 13 - Remote control
13 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 54).) A THEATER (page 50) Switches to the optimum video mode for watching movies ...
Page 14 - Playback operation buttons
14 US F Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 32). . / > (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 reverse/fast forward) Fast ...
Page 15 - Step 1: Installing the System; The subwoofer can be placed anywhere in the room.; Getting Started; Positioning the speakers
15 US Getting Star te d Step 1: Installing the System For the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening position ( A ). The distance can be between 0 to 23 feet (0.0 to 7.0 meters). If you cannot place the center speaker and surround speakers at the sam...
Page 16 - Gettin; Caution; Installing the speakers on a wall
16 US Gettin g Star ted To add the optional surround back speakers You can enjoy 7.1 surround sound by purchasing the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit (WAHT-SBP2, optional). The optional product lineup differs depending on the area. For the position of the surround back speakers, refer the illustration...
Page 17 - To disassemble the speaker; Disconnect the speaker cords from the speaker.
17 US Getting Star te d To disassemble the speaker (Front speakers of BDV-E870 only) 1 Disconnect the speaker cords from the speaker. 2 Remove the screw (pre-installed) at the rear of the speaker. This screw is used when reassembling the speaker. Be sure not to lose the screw. 3 Disassemble the spea...
Page 18 - Fully-disassembled illustration
18 US Gettin g Star ted 4 Pull out the speaker cord from the bottom of the lower part of the speaker. The removed speaker cord is used when installing the speaker on a wall. 5 Remove the protection paper from the speaker-bottom cover, then attach the speaker-bottom cover to the bottom of the upper p...
Page 19 - To install the speakers on a wall; , and the speaker cord without the color tube to
19 US Getting Star te d To install the speakers on a wall Before installing the speakers on a wall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker.Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with the color tube to 3 , and the speaker cord without the co...
Page 20 - Fasten the screws to the wall.
20 US Gettin g Star ted 2 Fasten the screws to the wall. 8 to 10 mm ( 11 / 32 to 13 / 32 inch) 219 mm(8 5 / 8 inches) For the center speaker For the other speakers 8 to 10 mm ( 11 / 32 to 13 / 32 inch) BDV-E570/BDV-E470/BDV-E370/BDV-T57/BDV-T37 8 to 10 mm ( 11 / 32 to 13 / 32 inch) 219 mm(8 5 / 8 in...
Page 21 - Hang the speakers on the screws.
21 US Getting Star te d 3 Hang the speakers on the screws. 5 mm ( 7 / 32 inch) 10 mm( 13 / 32 inch) Hole on the back of the speaker Rear of the speaker
Page 22 - Step 2: Connecting the System; To connect speaker cords to the unit; When connecting to the unit, insert the connector until it clicks.; To connect speaker cords to the speaker; Connecting the speakers
22 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. Note • When you connect another component with a v...
Page 24 - About Audio Return Channel
24 US Gettin g Star ted This connection sends an audio signal to the unit from the TV. To listen to TV sound via the system, perform this connection. With a digital audio connection, the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal and you can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound. Note • Wh...
Page 25 - Connecting the other components
25 US 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 - Wired Setup; To set the network settings; Connecting to the network
27 US 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) (supplied with BDV-E570 and BDV-T57).The USB Wireless LAN Adapter may not be available in some regions/c...
Page 28 - Press
28 US Gettin g Star ted Step 3: Performing the Easy Setup Before performing Step3 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. Note ...
Page 29 - To recall the Easy Setup Display
29 US Getting Star te d 5 Perform the [Easy Setup]. Follow the on-screen instructions to make the basic settings using C / X / x / c , and . For details about [Auto Calibration] settings in [Easy Setup], see “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 51). To recall the Easy Setup Dis...
Page 30 - Step 5: Enjoying Surround Sound; About speaker output of each surround setting; Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference
30 US 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 32 - Playing a Disc; • Connect the system to your 3D-; Playback
32 US Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 72). 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 33 - ck; Connect the USB device to the; Displaying the play information
P layb a ck 33 US 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 34 - Enjoying an iPod; Compatible iPod models
34 US 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 the front (USB) port on the unit with the i...
Page 35 - Playing via a Network; To use the control panel; The file list or folder list appears.
P layb a ck 35 US Playing via a Network BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway delivering the selected Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to your unit. 1 Prepare for BRAVIA Internet Video. Connect the unit to a network (page 27). 2 Press C / c to select [Video], [M...
Page 36 - To start a party; To leave from a party; Press OPTIONS, press
36 US You can play the same audio at the same time across all Sony components which are compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function.The component that plays audio for the party through the use of [Start Party] is called the “party host.” A component that is invited to the party from the party host ...
Page 37 - Available Options; Common options
P layb a ck 37 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 Items Details [Playback History List] Displays titles/tracks in the playback history of a BD...
Page 38 - The system menu turns off.
38 US [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 39 - Sound Adjustment
Sou nd Adj u stm e nt 39 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 produc...
Page 40 - CD; • “MAIN”: Sound of the main language will be; Using the Sound Effect; Enjoying sound at low volume
40 US displayed two or more times, the BD/DVD VIDEO is recorded in multiple audio formats. x DVD-VR The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed.Example:• [ Stereo]• [ Stereo (Audio1)]• [ Stereo (Audio2)]• [ Main]• [ Sub]• [ Main/Sub] Note • [ Stereo (Audio1)] and [ Stereo (Audio2)] do...
Page 41 - You can reinforce bass frequencies.; Reinforcing bass frequencies
Sou nd Adj u stm e nt 41 US 2 Press X / x repeatedly until “NIGHT MODE” appears in the front panel display, then press or c . 3 Press X / x to select a setting. • “NIGHT ON”: On.• “NIGHT OFF”: Off. 4 Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. Note • When sound is output from the center speaker, t...
Page 42 - Listening to the Radio; Automatic tuning; To turn off the radio; Tuner; Presetting radio stations
42 US 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 the TV sc...
Page 43 - une; To change the preset number; The last received station is tuned in.; Selecting the preset station
T une r 43 US 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. Th...
Page 44 - Using an S-AIR Product; You; Remove the screws directly below the; Insert the wireless transmitter.; External Audio Device
44 US Using an S-AIR Product When you purchase the S-AIR product, you need to perform the following settings to activate wireless transmission. About S-AIR products There are two types of S-AIR product.• S-AIR main unit (this unit): This is for transmitting sound. You can use up to three S-AIR main ...
Page 45 - To set the ID of the unit; The home menu appears on the TV screen.; To enjoy a 7.1 channel system
Externa l Au dio De vice 45 US 3 Make sure to use the same screws to secure the wireless transmitter. Note • Do not use other screws to fasten the wireless transmitter. To insert the wireless transceiver into the S-AIR sub unit For details on installing the wireless transceiver into the S-AIR sub un...
Page 46 - For the S-AIR receiver
46 US You can enjoy the system’s sound in another room by using the S-AIR receiver. 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 Press C / c to select [Setup]. 3 Press X / x to select [System Settings], then press . 4 Press X / x to select [S-AIR Settings], then press . The [S-AIR Setting...
Page 47 - • To set the ID of the unit, see “To set the ID; To cancel pairing
Externa l Au dio De vice 47 US When using S-AIR products, neighbors may also receive your system’s sound if IDs are the same, or you may receive sound from neighbors. To prevent this, you can identify the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit by performing the pairing operation.When you perform pairin...
Page 48 - fixing the channel for transmitting.
48 US 4 Press X / x to select [S-AIR Settings], then press . The [S-AIR Settings] display appears. 5 Press X / x to select [RF Change], then press . 6 Press X / x to select the desired setting, then press . • [Auto]: Normally select this. The system changes [RF Change] to [On] or [Off] automatically...
Page 49 - Other Operations
O ther O p erati ons 49 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 with an HDMI cable, operation is simplified as below: – System Power...
Page 50 - be output from the speakers of the system.; Using the Theater Mode
50 US 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 52 - Setting the Speakers
52 US 7 Press . [Auto Calibration] starts.The system adjusts the speaker settings automatically.Be quiet during the measurement. Note • Before [Auto Calibration], make sure that the surround amplifier turns on and you install the surround amplifier in the appropriate location. If you install the sur...
Page 53 - The system returns to the previous display.
O ther O p erati ons 53 US [Subwoofer] [Yes] x [Distance] When you move the speakers, be sure to set the parameters of the distance ( A ) from the listening position to the speakers.You can set the parameters from 0 to 23 feet (0.0 to 7.0 meters). The speakers in the illustration correspond to the f...
Page 54 - Using the Sleep Timer; To check the remaining time; Press and hold TV
54 US 9 Press X / x to select [Off], then press . Note • The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI OUT jack. Tip • To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time, press VOL +/–. Using the Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening...
Page 55 - Check that the following settings are made:
O ther O p erati ons 55 US Saving Power in Standby Mode Check that the following settings are made: – [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] is set to [Off] (page 49). – [Standby] in [S-AIR Settings] is set to [Off] (page 46). – [Quick Start Mode] is set to [Off] (page 60).
Page 56 - Using the Setup Display; Settings and Adjustments
56 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. Note • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display s...
Page 59 - on the rear panel to store BD data.
Settings and Adjus tments 59 US Enter the code for your language by referring to “Language Code List” (page 77). x [Subtitle] You can select the default subtitle language for BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.When you select [Select Language Code], the display for entering the language code appears. Enter the c...
Page 60 - You can make the system-related settings.
60 US [System Settings] You can make the system-related settings. x [OSD] You can select your language for the system on-screen displays. x [S-AIR Settings] You can set up the S-AIR settings. For details, see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 44). [ID]: You can set the ID of the system.[Pairing]: You c...
Page 62 - Registers your “BD remote” device.
62 US x [Party Auto Start] [On]: Starts a party or joins an existing party at the request of a networked device compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function.[Off]: Off. x [BD Remote Device Registration] Registers your “BD remote” device. x [Registered BD Remote Devices] Displays a list of your regis...
Page 63 - Precautions; Additional Information
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 63 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...
Page 64 - On moving the system; Notes about the Discs; On handling discs
64 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 65 - Troubleshooting; Power
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 65 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 pers...
Page 66 - Sound
66 US Sound Video signals are only output from the HDMI OUT jack when connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time. • Set [Output Video Format] in [Screen Settings] to [Component Video] (page 57). The dark area of the picture is too dark/the bright area is too bright or...
Page 67 - Operation
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 67 US 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 60). Also, set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] t...
Page 70 - BRAVIA Internet Video
70 US S-AIR BRAVIA Internet Video Network connection Symptom Problems and solutions There is no sound from the S-AIR sub unit, noise is heard from the S-AIR sub unit, or sound from the S-AIR sub unit skips. • If you use another S-AIR main unit, place it more than 25 feet (8 meters) away from the uni...
Page 71 - USB Wireless LAN Adapter
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 71 US USB Wireless LAN Adapter (BDV-E570 and BDV-T57 only) Other Symptom Problems and solutions The system cannot connect to the network or the network connection is unstable. • The distance between the unit and the wireless LAN router is too far (page 27). • Change th...
Page 72 - Playable Discs; Discs that cannot be played
72 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 73 - Playable Types of Files; Video
A d ditio nal Inf orm at ion 73 US Playable Types of Files Video 7) Music Photo 7) 1) The system does not play files encoded with DRM. 2) Canadian models only (Except for BDV-E470) ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX ® is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an official DivX Certified device that...
Page 74 - Supported Audio Formats; Audio formats supported by this system are as follows.; Video Output Resolution
74 US Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. a : Supported format. –: Unsupported format. Video Output Resolution Output resolution differs depending on the [Output Video Format] setting in [Screen Settings] (page 56). * Protected contents on DVDs are output a...
Page 75 - Specifications
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 75 US Specifications Amplifier Section U.S. models:POWER 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 disto...
Page 76 - General
76 US Dimensions (approx.) 290 mm × 49 mm × 49 mm (11 1 / 2 in × 1 15 / 16 in × 1 15 / 16 in) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 0.28 kg (10 oz) Subwoofer (SS-WSB101) for BDV-E870/BDV-E370/BDV-T37 Speaker system Subwoofer Bass reflex Speaker unit 160 mm (6 3 / 8 in) cone type Rated impedance 3 ohms Dimensions (...
Page 77 - Language Code List; Parental Control/Area Code List
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 77 US 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...
Page 78 - Glossary; AVCHD; Dolby Digital
78 US 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 79 - Movie mode
A d ditio n al Inf o rm at ion 79 US Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel sources. This is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that extracts the spatial properties of the original recording without adding any new sou...
Page 80 - 4p True Cinema
80 US Pop-up menu An enhanced menu operation available on BD-ROMs. The pop-up menu appears when POP UP/MENU is pressed during playback, and can be operated while playback is in progress. Progressive format(sequential scanning) In contrast to the Interlace format, the progressive format can reproduce...
Page 81 - Index; Numerics
81 US Index Numerics 24p True Cinema 803D 323D Output Setting 56 A A/V SYNC 38Attenuate - AUDIO 58Audio 58Audio DRC 58Audio Output 58Audio Return Channel 60Audio Settings 58Auto Calibration 51, 58Auto Display 60Auto Standby 60AVCHD 78 B BD Audio MIX Setting 58BD Data Jack Selection 59BD Hybrid Disc ...
