User manual SONY BDV-E880

[. . . ] 4-261-387-12(1) Blu-ray Disc/DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions BDV-E980/BDV-E880/BDV-E380 WARNING 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. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. [. . . ] To stop the automatic tuning manually, press TUNING +/­ or x. To change the preset number Select the desired preset number by pressing PRESET +/­, then perform the procedure from Step 3. Manual tuning Press TUNING +/­ repeatedly. 45GB Selecting the preset station 1 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "FM" appears in the front panel display. · Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same type of services. If you are not familiar with the RDS system, check with your local radio stations for details on RDS services in your area. · While receiving an RDS broadcast, each time you press DISPLAY, the display in the front panel display changes as follows: Station name t Frequency t Preset number t Stream information/Decoding status* t Station name t . . . * Does not appear depending on the setting of [Surround Setting]. The last received station is tuned in. 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 system tunes in one preset station. · You can select the preset station number directly by pressing the number buttons. Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European and Russian models only) What is the Radio Data System? The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features, such as station name display. The station name appears on the TV screen as well. Receiving RDS broadcasts Simply select a station from the FM band. When you tune in a station that provides RDS services, the station name* appears in the front panel display. * If an RDS broadcast is not received, the station name may not appear in the front panel display. · RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly, or if the signal strength is weak. 46GB Other Operations 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 connected TV is compatible, and require prior setting via the TV. · To use the System Audio Control function, you need to make an audio connection between the system and TV (page 22). You can use the System Audio Control function as follows: · When the system is turned on, the sound of the TV or other components can be output from the speakers of the system. · When sound from the TV or other components is output via the speakers of the system, you can change the speakers to which TV sound is output by pressing SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO. · When sound from the TV or other components is output via the speakers of the system, you can adjust the volume and turn off the sound of the system by operating the TV. · While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, or the system is playing video/photo files from the iPod/iPhone, the System Audio Control function will not work. · Depending on the TV, when you adjust the unit's volume, the volume level appears on the TV screen. In this case, the volume level that appears on the TV screen and the unit's front panel display may differ. Other Operations Using "BRAVIA" Sync Control for HDMI - Easy Setting You can set the system's [Control for HDMI] function automatically by enabling the corresponding setting on the TV. For details about the Control for HDMI function, see "[HDMI Settings]" (page 61) Audio Return Channel You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using just one HDMI cable. For details of the setting, see "Connecting the TV" (page 22). Remote Easy Control You can control the basic functions of the system via the TV remote when the system's video output is displayed on the TV screen. System Power Off You can turn the system off in sync with the TV. · The system does not turn off automatically while playing music or when set to the "FM" function. Language Follow When you change the language for the on-screen display of the TV, the system's on-screen display language is also changed after turning the system off and on. One-Touch Play When you press N on the remote, the system and your TV turn on, and your TV's input is set to the HDMI input to which the system is connected. 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. System Audio Control You can simplify operation to enjoy sound from the TV or other components. 47GB · 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. · 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 surround amplifier in an improper location, such as another room, proper measurement will not be obtained. Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically [Auto Calibration] D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) can set the appropriate surround sound automatically. · The system outputs a loud test sound when [Auto Calibration] starts. Give consideration to children and neighbors. 8 Confirm the conclusions of [Auto Calibration]. The speakers connected to the unit are listed as [Yes] on the TV screen. · If measurement fails, follow the message then retry [Auto Calibration]. · The measurement for [Subwoofer] is always [Yes] and [Speaker Settings] returns to the default setting when you perform [Auto Calibration]. 9 Press X/x to select [OK] or [Cancel], then press . x The measurement is OK. 1 2 3 4 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. Press C/c to select [Setup]. Disconnect the calibration mic, then select [OK]. The result is implemented. x The measurement is not OK. Press X/x to select [Audio Settings], then press . [. . . ] Since this system plays a BD/DVD according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. BD-ROM1) BD-R/BD-RE2) DVD-ROM DVD-R/DVD-RW DVD+R/DVD+RW CD-DA (Music CD) CD-ROM CD-R/CD-RW Super Audio CD CD3) Note about double-layer BDs/ DVDs The playback picture and sound may be momentarily interrupted when the layers switch. 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, 1. 2, 1. 3 including organic pigment type BD-R (LTH type) BD-Rs recorded on a PC cannot be played if postscripts are recordable. 3) A CD or DVD disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. [. . . ]