Sony Bdv E300 Operating Instructions

							Settings and Adjustments
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x[Parental Control Region Code]
Playback of some BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs 
can be limited according to the geographic area. 
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with 
different scenes.
1Enter your four-digit password using 
the number buttons.
2Press X/x to select [OK], then press 
.
3Press X/x to select the area restriction, 
then press  .
When you select [Select Region Code], the 
display for entering the region code 
appears. Enter the code for the area 
restriction by referring to “Parental Control/
Area Code List” (page 102).
Note If you forget the password, reset the system (page 86) 
and set a new password (see [Password] (page 81)).
 When you play discs which do not have the Parental 
Control function, playback cannot be limited on this 
unit.
 Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change 
the Parental Control level while playing the disc. In 
this case, enter your password, then change the level.
Tip You can change the password. See [Password] 
(page 81).
x[Password]
You can set or change the password for the 
Parental Control function. A password allows 
you to set a restriction on BD-ROM or DVD 
VIDEO playback. If necessary, you can 
differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs 
and DVD VIDEOs.
1Enter your four-digit password using 
the number buttons.
2Press X/x to select [OK], then press 
.
To change the password
1After Step 1, enter your four-digit 
password using the number buttons.
2Press X/x to select [OK], then press 
.
3Enter a new password using the 
number buttons.
4Press X/x to select [OK], then press 
.
x[Hybrid Disc Playback Layer]
You can select the layer priority when playing a 
Hybrid Disc. To change the setting, turn the 
system off and on again.
[BD]
: Plays BD layer.
[DVD/CD]: Plays DVD or CD layer.
x[BD Internet Connection]
You can set whether or not to allow Internet 
connections from the contents of a BD (in 
BDMV mode) being played. Network 
connections and settings are required when 
using this function (page 84).
[Allow]: Normally select this.
[Do not allow]
: Prohibits Internet connection.
 
						

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[Photo Settings]
You can make the photo-related settings.
x[Slideshow Speed]
You can change the slideshow speed. 
[Fast]: Photos change rapidly.
[Normal]
: Photos change at normal speed.
[Slow]: Photos change slowly.
[HDMI Settings]
You can make the HDMI settings. 
x[Control for HDMI]
You can set the [Control for HDMI] function to 
on/off. For details, see “Using the Control for 
HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” 
(page 63).
[On]
: On. You can operate mutually between 
components that are connected with an HDMI 
cable.
[Off]: Off.
x[Volume Limit]
If you change the output method of the TV to the 
system speaker on the TV menu or by pressing 
THEATER, the System Audio Control 
(page 65) is activated and loud sound may be 
output depending on the volume level of the 
system. You can prevent this by limiting the 
maximum level of the volume.
[Level3]: Maximum volume level is set to 10.
[Level2]
: Maximum volume level is set to 15.
[Level1]: Maximum volume level is set to 20.
[Off]: Off.
Note This function is available only when you connect the 
unit and TV with an HDMI cable and [Control for 
HDMI] is set to [On].
 
						

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[System Settings]
You can make the system-related settings.
x[OSD]
You can select your language for the system on-
screen displays.
x[Standby Mode]
You can shorten the startup time when turning 
the system on.
[Quick Start]: Shortens the startup time from 
standby mode. You can operate the system 
quickly after turning it on.
[Normal]
: The default setting.
Note When [Standby Mode] is set to [Quick Start], power 
consumption will be higher than when [Standby 
Mode] is set to [Normal].
x[Auto Display]
You can display information when switching 
audio modes or during playback.
[On]
: Automatically displays information on the 
screen when changing the viewing titles, picture 
modes, audio signals, etc.
[Off]: Displays information only when you 
press 
 DISPLAY.
x[Screen Saver]
The screen saver image appears when you do not 
use the system for more than 15 minutes while 
an on-screen display, such as the home menu, is 
displayed on your TV screen. The screen saver 
image helps prevent your display device from 
becoming damaged (ghosting).
[On]
: Turns on the screen saver function.
[Off]: Off.
x[Software Update Notification]
You can get information on newer software 
versions. The information appears on the TV 
screen when you turn the system on. Network 
connections and settings are required when 
using this function (page 84).
[On]
: Sets the system to inform you of newer 
software version information (page 75).
[Off]: Off.
x[System Information]
You can display the system’s software version 
information and the MAC address.
 
						

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[Network Settings]
You can make detailed settings for Internet and 
network.
x[Internet Settings]
These items are necessary when you connect to 
the Internet via a network cable. Enter the 
respective (alphanumeric) values for your 
broadband router or Wireless LAN router. The 
items that need to be set may differ, depending 
on the Internet service provider or the router. For 
details, refer to the instruction manuals that have 
been provided by your Internet service provider 
or supplied with the router.
1Press X/x to select [IP Address 
Acquisition], then press  .
2Press X/x to select an item, then press 
.
[Use DHCP]: Select this when DHCP 
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) 
server settings are available from your 
Internet service provider. The network 
settings necessary for the system will be 
assigned automatically.
If you set [DNS Server Auto Acquisition] to 
[Off], set the following items:
– [DNS Server (Primary)]
– [DNS Server (Secondary)]
[Use Static IP Address]: Set the IP address 
manually according to your network 
environment.
Set the following items:
–[IP Address]
– [Subnet Mask]
– [Default Gateway]
– [DNS Server (Primary)]
– [DNS Server (Secondary)]
Note When you set the [DNS Server (Primary)]/
[DNS Server (Secondary)] addresses manually, 
enter the [DNS Server (Primary)] address. 
Otherwise, the [Internet Settings] will be set 
incorrectly.
3If your ISP has a specific proxy server 
setting, press X/x to select [Proxy 
Settings], then press  .
The [Proxy Settings] display appears.
If the proxy server does not have a specific 
setting, go to step 8.
4Press X/x to select [Use of Proxy 
Server], then press  .
5Press X/x to select [On], then press 
.
6Select [Proxy Server] and [Port], and 
enter the settings.
To enter the proxy server, see “To enter 
characters” (page 84).
7Press RETURN.
8Press X/x to select [Network 
Diagnostic], then press  .
9Press C/c to select [Start], then press 
.
10Check that the message [Network 
connections are correct.] appears.
The setup is finished. If the message does 
not appear, follow the on-screen messages.
To enter characters
The display for entering characters appears 
when you select [Proxy Server] in [Proxy 
Settings].
1Press the number button repeatedly to 
select a character.
Example:
Press the number 3 button once to enter [D].
Press the number 3 button three times to 
enter [F].
2Press c, and enter the next character.
3Press YELLOW ([Finish]) to finish.
Proxy Server Entry
Space 0
Letter Type SymbolClear
Clear All
Cancel
Finish
 
						

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You can use the following buttons to enter 
characters.
[Easy Setup]
You can recall the Easy Setup to make the basic 
settings.
1Press C/c to select [Start], then press 
.
2Follow the instructions for “Step 3: 
Performing the Easy Setup” (page 29) 
from step 4.
Buttons Details
RED 
[Letter Type]Switches the keyboard between 
alphabet and numbers.
GREEN 
[A/a]Switches the keyboard between 
upper case and lower case.
BLUE 
[Symbol]Displays the keyboard for 
symbols.
YELLOW 
[Finish]The input is entered, and the 
system returns to the previous 
display.
CLEAR
[Clear]/[Clear All]Erases the character to the right 
of the cursor.
To erase all displayed characters, 
press and hold CLEAR for 2 
seconds or more.
RETURN 
[Cancel]Returns to the previous display, 
canceling the input.
C/X/x/c,   Select an input function using 
C/X/x/c, and press  .
 Enter characters as follows: 
1Select a character selection 
panel using C/X/x/c, and press 
. 2Select a character using 
C/c, and press  .
 
						

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[Resetting]
You can reset the system settings to their factory 
default. Settings can be reset by function group. 
All the settings within the group will be reset.
1Press   to select [Reset to Factory 
Default Settings], then press  .
2Press X/x to select the settings you 
want to reset to default, then press  .
You can reset the following settings:
– [Video Settings]
– [Audio Settings]
– [BD/DVD Viewing Settings] (except for 
the [BD Parental Control], [DVD 
Parental Control], [Parental Control 
Region Code], [Password] settings)
– [Photo Settings]
– [HDMI Settings]
– [System Settings]
– [Network Settings]
– [All Settings] (except for the [BD 
Parental Control], [DVD Parental 
Control], [Parental Control Region 
Code], [Password] settings)
The display asks for confirmation.
Note When [All Settings] is selected, all system 
settings other than the settings related to the 
password are reset, and the system turns off.
 Settings for “Adjusting pictures for videos” 
(page 42) are not reset.
3Press C/c to select [Start], then press 
.
To cancel, select [Cancel].You can reset all the system settings to the 
default settings.
1Press   to select [Reset to Factory 
Default Settings], then press  .
2Press X/x to select [All Settings], then 
press .
The display asks for confirmation.
3Press x and VOLUME – on the unit at 
the same time for more than 5 seconds.
All system settings are reset to the default 
settings, and the system turns off.
Note Settings for “Adjusting pictures for videos” (page 42) 
are not reset.
Resetting the system settings 
other than the settings related 
to password
Resetting all the system 
settings to the default
 
						

							Additional Information
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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 system and have it 
checked by qualified personnel before operating it 
any further.
 Do not touch the AC power cord (mains lead) with 
wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.
On power sources
 Unplug the unit from the wall outlet (mains) if you do 
not intend to use it for an extended period of time. To 
disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug, never by 
the cord.
On placement
 Place the system in a location with adequate 
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
 At high volume, over long periods of time, the cabinet 
becomes hot to the touch. This is not a malfunction. 
However, touching the cabinet should be avoided. Do 
not place the system in a confined space where 
ventilation is poor as this may cause overheating.
 Do not block the ventilation slots by putting anything 
on the system. The system is equipped with a high 
power amplifier. If the ventilation slots are blocked, 
the system can overheat and malfunction.
 Do not place the system on surfaces (rugs, blankets, 
etc.) or near materials (curtains, draperies) that may 
block the ventilation slots.
 Do not install the system in a confined space, such as 
a bookshelf or similar unit.
 Do not install the system near heat sources such as 
radiators, air ducts, or in a place subject to direct 
sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or 
shock.
 Do not install the system in an inclined position. It is 
designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.
 Keep the system and discs away from components 
with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or 
large loudspeakers.
 Do not place heavy objects on the system.
On operation
 If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm 
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture 
may condense on the lenses inside the unit. Should 
this occur, the system may not operate properly. In 
this case, remove the disc and leave the system turned 
on for about half an hour until the moisture 
evaporates.
 When you move the system, take out any disc. If you 
don’t, the disc may be damaged.
 If anything falls into the cabinet, unplug the unit and 
have it checked by qualified personnel before 
operating it any further.
On adjusting volume
 Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section 
with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you 
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level 
section is suddenly played.
On cleaning
 Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth 
slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do 
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or 
solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
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). These may cause 
the apparatus to malfunction.
On replacement of parts
 In the events that this system is repaired, repaired 
parts may be collected for reuse or recycling 
purposes.
On your TV’s color
 If the speakers should cause the TV screen to have 
color irregularity, turn off the TV then turn it on after 
15 to 30 minutes. If color irregularity should persist, 
place the speakers further away from the TV set.
Additional Information
IMPORTANT NOTICECaution: This system is capable of holding a still 
video image or on-screen display image on your 
television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still 
video image or on-screen display image displayed 
on your TV for an extended period of time you risk 
permanent damage to your television screen. 
Projection televisions are especially susceptible to 
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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 stick paper or tape on the disc.
 Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or 
heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in 
a car parked in direct sunlight as the 
temperature may rise considerably inside the 
car.
 After playing, store the disc in its case.
On cleaning
 Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning 
cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
 Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, 
commercially available cleaners, or anti-static 
spray intended for vinyl LPs.
This system can only playback a standard 
circular disc. Using neither standard nor circular 
discs (e.g., card, heart, or star shape) may cause 
a malfunction.
Do not use a disc that has a commercially 
available accessory attached, such as a label or 
ring.
 
						

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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 personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained.
In the event of a problem with the S-AIR function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together 
(S-AIR main unit and sub unit).
Power
Picture
Symptom Remedy
The power is not turned on.  Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely.
"/1 after “STANDBY” disappears from the front panel display.
If “PROTECTOR” and “PUSH 
POWER” appear alternately in 
the front panel display.Press "/1 to turn off the system, and check the following items after 
“STANDBY” disappears.
 Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
 Are you using only the specified speakers?
 Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the system?
 After checking the above items and fixing any problems, turn on the system. If 
the cause of the problem cannot be found even after checking all the above 
items, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptom Remedy
There is no picture.  The video connecting cords are not connected securely.
 The video connecting cords are damaged.
 The unit is not connected to the correct TV input jack (page 21).
 The video input on the TV is not set so that you can view pictures from the 
system.
 Check the output method on your system (page 21).
 Re-connect the connecting cord securely.
 The unit is connected to an input device that is not HDCP (High-bandwidth 
Digital Content Protection) compliant (“HDMI” on the front panel does not 
light up) (page 21).
 When playing a double-layer DVD, the video and audio may be momentarily 
interrupted at the point where the layers switch.
No picture appears when the 
video output resolution selected 
in [Output Video Format] is 
incorrect. Press and hold N and Z on the unit for more than 5 seconds to reset the video 
output resolution to the lowest resolution.
Video signals are not output 
from the jacks, other than from 
the HDMI OUT jack, when 
connecting the HDMI OUT jack 
and other video output jacks at 
the same time. Set [Output Video Format] to [Component Video] (page 77).
The dark area of the picture is too 
dark/the bright area is too bright 
or unnatural. Set [Picture Quality Mode] to [Standard] (default) (page 42).
 
						

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Sound
The picture is not output 
correctly. Check the [Output Video Format] settings (page 77).
Picture noise appears.  The disc is dirty or flawed.
 If the picture output from your system goes through your VCR to get to your 
TV, the copy-protection signal applied to some BD/DVD programs could affect 
picture quality. If you still experience problems even when you connect your 
unit directly to your TV, try connecting your unit to the other input jacks.
Even though you set the aspect 
ratio in [TV Type] of [Video 
Settings], the picture does not fill 
the TV screen. The aspect ratio on the disc is fixed.
Color irregularity occurs on the 
TV screen. If the speakers are used with a CRT-based TV or projector, install the speakers 
at least 1.0 ft (0.3 meters) from the TV set.
 If the color irregularity persists, turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 
to 30 minutes.
 If howling occurs, reposition the speakers farther away from the TV set.
 Make sure that no magnetic object (magnetic latch on a TV stand, health care 
device, toy, etc.) is placed near the speakers.
Symptom Remedy
There is no sound.  The speaker cord is not connected securely.
 Press MUTING on the remote if “MUTING ON” is displayed in the front panel 
display. 
 The system is in pause mode. Press N to return to normal play mode.
 Fast forward or fast reverse is performed. Press N to return to normal play 
mode.
 Check the speaker settings (page 67). 
 Slow forward or freeze frame is performed. Press N to return to normal play 
mode.
No sound is output from the 
HDMI OUT jack.  The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) device 
jacks do not accept audio signals.
 Try the following: 1 Turn the system off and on again. 2 Turn the connected 
component off and on again. 3 Disconnect and then connect an HDMI cable 
again.
 Set [BD/DVD Audio Output] to [HDMI priority] (page 79).
The left and right sounds are 
unbalanced or reversed. Check that the speakers and components are connected correctly and securely.
There is no sound from the 
subwoofer. Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 20, 67).
Severe hum or noise is heard.  Check that the speakers and components are connected securely.
 Check that the connecting cords are away from a transformer or motor, and at 
least 10 feet (3 meters) away from your TV set or a fluorescent light.
 Move your TV away from the audio components.
 The plugs and jacks are dirty. Wipe them with a cloth slightly moistened with 
alcohol.
 Clean the disc.
The sound loses stereo effect 
when you play a CD. Select stereo sound by pressing AUDIO 
(page 48).
 Make sure the unit is connected properly.
Symptom Remedy