Sony Bdv E800w Operating Instructions

							© 2009 Sony CorporationSony Corporation   Printed in Malaysia
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Operating Instructions
BDV-E800W
BD/DVD Home Theatre System
The software of this system may be updated in the future. To find out details on any 
available updates, please visit: http://www.sony-asia.com/support
 
						

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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.
Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery-
installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the 
like.
To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely 
attached to the floor/wall in accordance with the 
installation instructions.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and 
headphones can cause hearing loss.
Indoor use only.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will 
increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this BD/
DVD Home Theatre System is harmful to eyes, do not 
attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
This label is located on the laser protective housing 
inside the enclosure.
This appliance is 
classified as a CLASS 1 
LASER product. This 
marking is located on the 
rear exterior.
About the surround amplifier
• The nameplate is located on the side exterior.
For the customers in SingaporePrecautions
On power sources
 The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long 
as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit 
itself has been turned off.
 As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from 
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC 
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, 
disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet 
immediately. 
Copyrights and Trademarks
 This product incorporates copyright protection 
technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other 
intellectual property rights.
Use of this copyright protection technology must be 
authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home 
and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise 
authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
 This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital and 
Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix surround 
decoder and the DTS** Digital Surround System.
* Manufactured under license from Dolby 
Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D 
symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent 
#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 
5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195; 
7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 & other U.S. 
and worldwide patents issued & pending. 
DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS 
logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master 
Audio | Essential are trademarks of DTS, Inc. 
© 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
 This system incorporates High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface (HDMI
TM) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered 
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
 Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are 
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun 
Microsystems, Inc.
 “BD-Live” and “BonusView” are trademarks of Blu-
ray Disc Association.
 “Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark.
 “Blu-ray Disc,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” 
“DVD+R,” “DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD” 
logos are trademarks.
 “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
 “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of 
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony 
Corporation.
WARNING
 
						

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 “S-AIR” and its logo are trademarks of Sony 
Corporation.
 , “XMB,” and “xross media bar” are trademarks of 
Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment 
Inc.
 “PLAYSTATION” is a trademark of Sony Computer 
Entertainment Inc.
 “x.v.Colour” and “x.v.Colour” logo are trademarks of 
Sony Corporation.
 “PhotoTV HD” and the “PhotoTV HD” logo are 
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
 Other system and product names are generally 
trademarks or registered trademarks of the 
manufacturers. ™ and ® marks are not indicated in 
this document.
About These Operating 
Instructions
 The instructions in these Operating 
Instructions describe the controls on the 
remote. You can also use the controls on the 
unit if they have the same or similar names as 
those on the remote.
 Icons, such as  , listed at the top of each 
explanation indicate what kind of disc can be 
used with the function being explained.
For details, see “Playable Discs” (page 100).
 In this manual, “disc” is used as a general 
reference for the BDs, DVDs, or CDs unless 
otherwise specified by the text or illustrations.
 The Control Menu items may vary depending 
on the area.
 The default setting is underlined.
 
						

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About the S-AIR function
The system is compatible with the S-AIR 
function, which allows transmission of sound 
between S-AIR products wirelessly. 
The following S-AIR products can be used with 
the system:
 Surround amplifier (supplied): You can enjoy 
surround speaker sound wirelessly.
 Surround back amplifier (optional): You can 
enjoy surround back speaker sound wirelessly.
 S-AIR receiver (optional): You can enjoy 
system sound in another room.
The S-AIR products can be purchased as options 
(the S-AIR product lineup differs depending on 
the area).
Notes or instructions for the surround amplifier, 
surround back amplifier, or S-AIR receiver in 
these Operating Instructions refer only to when 
the surround amplifier, surround back amplifier, 
or S-AIR receiver is used.
For details on the S-AIR function, see “Using an 
S-AIR Product” (page 61).
 
						

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Table of Contents
About These Operating Instructions ....... 3
About the S-AIR function ....................... 4
Unpacking ............................................... 6
Index to Parts and Control ...................... 8
Getting Started
Step 1: Installing the System....... 14
Step 2: Connecting the System... 20
Step 3: Setting up the Wireless 
System ..................................... 31
Step 4: Performing the Easy 
Setup ........................................ 33
Step 5: Selecting the Source ....... 36
Step 6: Enjoying Surround 
Sound....................................... 37
Playback
Playing a BD/DVD ............................... 40
Enjoying BonusView/BD-Live............. 47
Playing a CD ......................................... 48
Playing Photo Files ............................... 50
Sound Adjustment
Selecting the Effect to Suit 
the Source ....................................... 52
Selecting the Audio Format, Multilingual 
Tracks, or Channel .......................... 53
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast 
Sound .............................................. 54
Using the Sound Effect ......................... 54
Tuner
Listening to the Radio ........................... 56
External Audio Device
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT 
Adapter ........................................... 60
Using an S-AIR Product ....................... 61
Other Operations
Using the Control for HDMI Function for 
“BRAVIA” Sync ............................ 66
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings 
Automatically ................................. 69
Setting the Speakers .............................. 70
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied 
Remote ............................................ 72Using the Sleep Timer .......................... 74
Changing the Brightness of the Front 
Panel Display.................................. 74
Deactivating the Buttons on 
the Unit ........................................... 75
About the demonstration ...................... 75
Saving Power in Standby Mode ........... 76
Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display ....................... 77
[Network Update] ................................. 78
[Video Settings] .................................... 79
[Audio Settings].................................... 81
[BD/DVD Viewing Settings]................ 83
[Photo Settings] .................................... 85
[HDMI Settings] ................................... 85
[System Settings] .................................. 86
[Network Settings]................................ 87
[Easy Setup].......................................... 88
[Resetting] ............................................ 89
Additional Information
Precautions............................................ 90
Notes about the Discs ........................... 91
Troubleshooting .................................... 92
Self-diagnosis Function ........................ 99
Playable Discs..................................... 100
Supported Audio Formats................... 102
Video Output Resolution .................... 103
Specifications...................................... 104
Language Code List ............................ 106
Glossary .............................................. 107
Index ................................................... 110
 
						

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Unpacking
 Front speakers (2)
 Surround speakers (2)
 Center speaker (1)
 Subwoofer (1) FM wire antenna (aerial) (1)
 Speaker cords (2, green/
purple)

 Remote commander 
(remote) (1)
 R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
 Calibration mic (1)
 Foot pads (1 set)
 Bases (4)
 Screws (with washer) (12) Surround amplifier (1)
 Speaker cord cover (1)
 Speaker cord holder (1)
 Wireless transceivers (2)
 Operating Instructions
 Speaker Installation Guide
 Quick Setup Guide
 Software Licence 
Information
For Singapore, Indonesian, 
Malaysian, Hong Kong, and 
Filipino models
 HDMI cable (1)
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Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the 
markings inside the compartment.
Note Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. 
 Do not use a new battery with an old one.
 Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
 If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage 
from battery leakage and corrosion.
Attach the foot pads (supplied) to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent 
it from slipping.
Using the remote
Attaching the foot pads to the subwoofer
,
Remove the foot pads from 
the protective cover.
 
						

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Index to Parts and 
Control
For more information, refer to the pages 
indicated in parentheses.
Number 5,  /DIGITAL, PROG +, and N 
buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as 
a reference when operating the remote.
 : For system operations
 : For TV operations
(For details, see “Controlling Your TV with 
the Supplied Remote” (page 72).)
ATHEATRE (page 67) 
Switches to the optimum video mode for 
watching movies automatically.
ONE-TOUCH PLAY (pages 40, 67) 
By only pressing the button, the TV turns 
on, the TV is set for BD/DVD input 
selector, and the system starts playing a disc 
automatically.
TV "/1 (on/standby) (page 72) 
Turns on the TV or sets it to standby mode.
"/1 (on/standby) (pages 30, 33, 40, 56) 
Turns on the system or sets it to standby 
mode.
BSLEEP (page 74) 
Sets the sleep timer.
NIGHT (page 55) 
Activates the night mode function.
DYNAMIC BASS (page 54) 
Reinforces bass frequencies.
TV (page 72) 
Changes to the TV operation mode for the 
remote.
CNumber buttons (pages 40, 57, 72)   
Enters the title/chapter numbers, radio 
frequencies, etc.
CLEAR (pages 44, 58)  
Clears the entry field.
/ (text) (page 72)  
Accesses text.
TIME (page 45) 
Displays the elapsed/remaining playback 
time in the front panel display.
-
 (page 72)  
- is for selecting a channel number greater 
than 10.
D (audio) (pages 53, 54) 
Selects the audio format/track.
 (subtitle) (page 42) 
Selects the subtitle language when multi-
lingual subtitles are recorded on a BD-
ROM/DVD VIDEO.
D.TUNING (page 57) 
Selects the radio frequencies.
Remote control
3 2 1
6 5 4
9 8 7
0
THEATRE
NIGHTDYNAMICBASS
TV
D.TUNING
FUNCTIONSOUND MODE
SYSTEMMENUCLEAR TIME
TVONE-TOUCH
PLAY
BRAVIA  Sync
RETURNOPTIONS
HOME
REPLAY ADVANCEPRESET PRESET
TUNING
SCENE SEARCH
DISPLAY
PROG
TUNING
TOOLS
TOPMENUPOPUP/MENU
DISPLAY
SLEEP
ANALOGDIGITAL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
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 (angle) (page 42) 
Switches to other viewing angles when 
multi-angles are recorded on a BD-ROM/
DVD VIDEO.
SYSTEM MENU (pages 37, 47, 54, 58, 
61, 74) 
Enters the system menu.
DIGITAL (page 72) 
Switches to digital mode.
ANALOG (page 72) 
Switches to analogue mode.
 (wide) (page 72) 
Changes the aspect ratio of the connected 
TV.
EColor buttons (red/green/yellow/blue) 
(pages 72, 87)  
Short cut keys for selecting items on some 
BD’s menus (can also be used for BD’s 
Java interactive operations).
FTOP MENU (page 43) 
Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top 
Menu.
 DISPLAY (page 45) 
Displays the playback information on the 
TV screen.
POP UP/MENU (page 43) 
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up 
Menu, or the DVD’s menu.
OPTIONS (pages 40, 48, 50, 56)  
Displays the options menu on the TV 
screen.
HOME (pages 33, 40, 48, 50, 56, 69, 77)   
Enters or exits the system’s home menu.
RETURN (pages 72, 87)   
Returns to the previous display.
C/X/x/c  
Moves the highlight to a displayed item.
 (ENTER)  
Enters the selected item.
 (guide) (page 72) 
Displays the Digital Electronic Programme 
Guide (EPG).
TOOLS (page 72) 
Displays the operation menu for the current 
display.
GFUNCTION (pages 36, 40, 48, 50, 56, 60) 
Selects the playback source.
SOUND MODE (page 52) 
Selects the sound mode.
HPlayback operation buttons   
See “Playback” (page 40). 
./> (previous/next)
 REPLAY/ADVANCE
m/M (fast reverse/fast forward)
N (play)
X (pause)
x (stop)
Radio operation buttons   
See “Tuner” (page 56). 
PRESET +/– 
TUNING +/–
I (muting) (pages 40, 48, 72) 
 
Turns off the sound temporarily.
2 (volume) +/– (pages 40, 72)  
Adjusts the volume.
PROG +/– (page 72) 
Selects the channels up and down.
c/C (page 72) 
After pressing /, you can select the next 
(
c) or previous (C) text page.
t/ (TV input) (page 72) 
Switches the TV’s input source between the 
TV and other input sources.
DISPLAY (page 56) 
Changes the radio information in the front 
panel display between radio frequency and 
station name.
/  (info./text reveal) (page 72) 
Displays the information.
JSCENE SEARCH (page 44) 
Switches to Scene Search mode that lets 
you move quickly between scenes within 
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A"/1 (on/standby) (page 40)
Turns on the unit, or sets to standby mode.
BPlay operation buttons (page 40)
N (play)
Starts or re-starts playback.
Plays a slideshow when a disc containing 
JPEG image files is inserted.
x (stop)
Stops playback and remembers the stop 
point (resume point).
The resume point for a title/track is the last 
point you played or the last photo for a 
photo folder.
FUNCTION
Selects the playback source.
VOLUME +/–
Adjusts the system’s volume.
Z (open/close)
Opens or closes the disc tray.
CS-AIR indicator
Lights up when the S-AIR transceiver is 
inserted in the unit and the system transmits 
sound.
DVIRTUAL 7.1CH indicator (page 37)
Lights up while virtual 7.1ch decoding is 
activated. 
EPower indicator
Lights up while the system is turned on.
FFront panel display
GDisc tray (page 40)
H (remote sensor)
Front panel
FUNCTIONVOLUME