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Sony BDV-EF200 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1: Home Theatre

    4-265-166- (1) Blu-ray Disc/DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions BDV-EF200...
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Copy Protection

    The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

  • Page 4: About These Operating Instructions

    • “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™” and “Wi- Fi Protected Setup™” are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • “PhotoTV HD” and the “PhotoTV HD” logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ... 4 Unpacking ... 6 Index to Parts and Controls...7 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System... 12 Step 2: Connecting the System... 13 Step 3: Connecting to the Network... 19 Step 4: Performing the Easy Setup...

  • Page 6: Unpacking

    Unpacking • Front speakers (2) • Subwoofer (1) Preparing the remote Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) •...

  • Page 7: Index To Parts And Controls

    Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel A Disc tray (page 25) B Remote sensor C Front panel display (USB) port (page 26) Used for connecting a USB device. E Play operation buttons Z (open/close) (page 25) Opens or closes the disc tray.

  • Page 8: Front Panel Display

    Front panel display 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 Protection)- compliant device with HDMI or DVI...

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    Rear panel ONLY FOR SS-TSB105 ONLY FOR SS-WSB103 FRONT R FRONT L SUBWOOFER SPEAKERS A SPEAKERS jacks (page 13) (USB) port (page 26) C AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks (page 16) D ANTENNA (FM COAXIAL 75Ω) jack (page 18) E TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page DIGITAL IN OPTICAL IN 1...

  • Page 10: Top Menu

    Remote control SPEAKERS TV AUDIO BRAVIA Sync DIMMER SLEEP FUNCTION TOP MENU RETURN SOUND MODE HOME PRESET TUNING DISPLAY Number 5, +, and N buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the remote. •...
  • Page 11 F Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 25). ./> (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 reverse/fast forward the disc during playback.

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System How to position 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 13: Step 2: Connecting The System

    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. •...

  • Page 14: Connecting The Tv

    Connecting the TV 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. •...
  • Page 15 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 Setup (page 21).
  • Page 16 Connecting the other components 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.
  • Page 17 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. Video out System If the component plays sound only, connect the audio output of the component to the system.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Antenna (Aerial)

    Connecting the antenna (aerial) Rear panel of the unit • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible. • If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the unit to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial).

  • Page 19: Step 3: Connecting To The Network

    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 Wireless LAN Adapter may not be available in some regions/countries.
  • Page 20 USB Wireless LAN Adapter to a different position or place the USB Wireless LAN Adapter and the wireless LAN router closer to each other. • You can also get the information for network settings from the following Sony support page: For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com...

  • Page 21: Step 4: Performing The Easy Setup

    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.

  • Page 22: Step 5: Selecting The Source

    Step 5: Selecting the Source You can select the playback source. FUNCTION Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the desired function appears in the front panel display. Each time you press FUNCTION, the function changes as follows. “BD/DVD” t “FM” t “HDMI1” t “HDMI2”...

  • Page 23: Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound

    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 sound of movie theaters into your home. X/x/c, Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference The setting method differs depending on the function.
  • Page 24 • 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 48). About speaker output The default setting is [Auto] (“AUTO”). Surround setting Effect [Auto]...

  • Page 25: Playback

    Playback Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 58). Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears on your TV screen. Press Z, and place a disc on the disc tray.

  • Page 26: Playing From A Usb Device

    Displaying the play information 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 functions ( subtitle)

  • Page 27: Enjoying An Ipod/Iphone

    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 touch 4th generation, iPod touch 3rd generation, iPod touch 2nd generation, iPod touch 1st generation, iPod nano 6th generation,...
  • Page 28 • 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 to this unit. • This product has been designed specifically to work with iPod/iPhone and has been certified to meet Apple performance standards.

  • Page 29: Playing Via A Network

    Playing via a Network Streaming BRAVIA Internet Video BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway delivering selected Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to your unit. • Some Internet content requires registration via a PC before it can be played. Prepare for BRAVIA Internet Video.
  • Page 30 Items Details [Video Settings] • [Picture Quality Mode]: Selects the picture settings for different lighting environments. • [FNR]: Reduces the random noise appearing in the picture. • [BNR]: Reduces the mosaic-like block noise in the picture. • [MNR]: Reduces minor noise around the picture outlines (mosquito noise).
  • Page 31 When playing via the “HDMI1,” “HDMI2,” “TV,” or “AUDIO” function Press OPTIONS. The option menu appears in the front panel display. Press X/x repeatedly until “A/V SYNC” appears in the front panel display, then or c. press Press X/x to adjust the delay between the picture and sound.

  • Page 32: Sound Adjustment

    Sound Adjustment 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”...

  • Page 33: Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast Sound

    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.

  • Page 34: Tuner

    C/X/x/c, HOME 2 +/– Current band and preset number FM 07 88.00 SONY FM Station name Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display. Select the radio station. Automatic tuning Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto scanning starts.

  • Page 35: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)

    Selecting the preset station Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display. 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.

  • Page 36: Other Operations

    “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.

  • Page 37: Setting The Speakers

    • 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 Setting the Speakers [Speaker Settings] To obtain the best possible surround sound, set connection of the speakers and their distance from your listening position.

  • Page 38: Using The Sleep Timer

    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 number. Preparing the remote for controlling the TV Press and hold TV "/1 while entering your...

  • Page 39: Changing The Brightness Of The Front Panel Display

    – [Quick Start Mode] is set to [Off] (page 49). Browsing Websites You can connect to the Internet and enjoy websites like the Sony homepage using the system. Prepare for Internet browsing. Connect the system to a network (page 19).
  • Page 40 Internet Browser display You can check website information by pressing DISPLAY. The display information differs depending on the website and page status. A Page title B Cursor Move by pressing C/X/x/c. Place the cursor on the link you want to view, then press The linked website is displayed.

  • Page 41: Setting Up The Network

    For details, refer to the instruction manuals that have been provided by your Internet service provider or supplied with the router. • For more information, go to the following URL. For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com For customers in Taiwan: http://www.sony-asia.com/support/tw For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support...
  • Page 42 Press X/x to select [Save & Connect], then press The system starts checking the network connection. Check that the message [Internet Settings is now complete.] appears, then press The setup is finished. If the message does not appear, follow the on-screen messages. Manual setting Press X/x to select [Wired Setup] on the [Internet Settings] display, then...
  • Page 43 Check that the message [Wi-Fi Protected Setup was successful.] appears, then press c. Setup of wireless LAN connectivity and the IP address is finished. Next, enter the proxy server setting. Follow Steps 4 to 7 of “Manual setting” in “When connecting to the LAN with a LAN cable”...
  • Page 44 WEP applies security to communications to prevent outsiders from intercepting communications or intruding into your wireless network. WEP is a legacy security technology that enables older device which do not support TKIP/AES to be connected. WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP) TKIP is a security technology developed in response to the deficiencies of WEP.

  • Page 45: Settings And Adjustments

    [Network Update] You can update and improve the functions of the system. For information about update functions, refer to the following website: For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com For customers in Taiwan: http://www.sony-asia.com/support/tw Explanation [Audio Settings] (page 47) Makes the audio settings according to the type of connecting jacks.

  • Page 46: [Screen Settings]

    For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support 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, or operate the main unit or TV.

  • Page 47: [Audio Settings]

    [RGB]: Select this when connecting to a device with an HDCP-compliant DVI jack. x [HDMI Deep Colour Output] [Auto]: Normally select this. [16bit], [12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 16bit/12bit/ 10bit video signals when the connected TV is compatible with Deep Colour. [Off]: Select this when the picture is unstable or colors appear unnatural.

  • Page 48: [Bd/Dvd Viewing Settings]

    x [Sound Effect] You can set the system’s sound effects (SOUND MODE and [Surround Setting] [On]: Enables all of the system’s sound effects. The upper limit of sampling frequency is set to 48 kHz. [Off]: The sound effects are disabled. Select this when you do not want to set the upper limit of sampling frequency.

  • Page 49: [Music Settings]

    replaced with different scenes. Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your four-digit password. x [Internet Video Parental Control] Playback of some Internet videos can be limited according to the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your four-digit password.

  • Page 50: [Network Settings]

    x [Auto Standby] [On]: Turns on the [Auto Standby] function. When you do not operate the system for about 30 minutes, the system enters standby mode automatically. [Off]: Turns off the function. x [Auto Display] [On]: Automatically displays information on the screen when changing the viewing titles, picture modes, audio signals, etc.

  • Page 51: Additional Information

    If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners • Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types).

  • Page 52: Notes About The Discs

    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.

  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. front panel display. “Exxxx” appears in the front • Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and panel display. give the error code. appears without any •...
  • Page 54 Picture Symptom There is no picture. There is no picture when you make an HDMI cable connection. 3D images from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack do not appear on the TV screen. No picture appears when the video output resolution selected in [Output Video Format] is incorrect.
  • Page 55 Symptom Problems and solutions There is no sound from the TV • Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [On] via the HDMI (OUT) jack when (page 49). Also, set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System using the Audio Return Channel Settings] to [Auto] (page 49).

  • Page 56: Usb Device

    • Picture/sound quality may be poor depending on Internet content providers. • Picture/sound quality may be improved by changing the connection speed. Sony recommends a connection speed of at least 2.5 Mbps for standard- definition video and 10 Mbps for high-definition video.
  • Page 57 USB wireless LAN connection Symptom Problems and solutions You cannot connect your PC to • The wireless settings of the router may change automatically if you use the the Internet after [Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Protected Setup function before adjusting the settings of the router. In Protected Setup (WPS)] is this case, change the wireless settings of your PC accordingly.

  • Page 58: Playable Discs

    Playable Discs Blu-ray Disc BD-ROM BD-R/BD-RE DVD-ROM DVD-R/DVD-RW DVD+R/DVD+RW CD-DA (Music CD) CD-ROM CD-R/CD-RW Super Audio CD 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.

  • Page 59: Playable Types Of Files

    Playable Types of Files Video File format Extensions MPEG-1 Video/PS “.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS Xvid “.avi” MPEG4/AVC “.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” WMV9 “.wmv,” “.asf” AVCHD Music File format Extensions MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio “.mp3” Layer III) 1)3) “.m4a”...

  • Page 60: Supported Audio Formats

    Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Format LPCM 2ch Function “BD/DVD” “HDMI1” “HDMI2” “TV” (DIGITAL IN) 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.

  • Page 61: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier Section POWER OUTPUT (rated) Front L/Front R: 80 W + 80 W (at 3 ohms, 1 kHz, 1% THD) POWER OUTPUT (reference) Front L/Front R: 115 W (per channel at 3 ohms, 1 kHz) Subwoofer: 120 W (at 3 ohms, 80 Hz) Inputs (Analog) AUDIO (AUDIO IN) Sensitivity: 450/250 mV...

  • Page 62: Language Code List

    Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Parental Control/Area Code List...

  • Page 63: Index

    Index Numerics 3D 25 3D Output Setting 46 A/V SYNC 30 Attenuate - AUDIO 47 Audio 48 Audio DRC 47 Audio Output 47 Audio Return Channel 49 Audio Settings 47 Auto Display 50 Auto Standby 50 BD Audio MIX Setting 47 BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer 48 BD Internet Connection 48...
  • Page 64 The software of this system may be updated in the future. To find out details on any available updates, please visit the following URL. For customers in Europe: http://support.sony-europe.com For customers in Taiwan: http://www.sony-asia.com/support/tw For customers in other countries/regions: http://www.sony-asia.com/support ©2011 Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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