Sony Bdv E970w Operating Instructions

							Sound Adjustment
41GB
2Press X/x repeatedly until “NIGHT 
MODE” appears in the front panel 
display, then press   or c.
3Press X/x to select a setting.
 “NIGHT ON”: On.
 “NIGHT OFF
”: Off.
4Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
Note When sound is output from the center speaker, this 
effect is more pronounced, as speech (movie dialog, 
etc.) is easy to hear. When sound is not output from 
the center speaker, the system optimally adjusts the 
volume.
You can reinforce bass frequencies.
1Press SYSTEM MENU.
2Press X/x repeatedly until “D.BASS” 
appears in the front panel display, then 
press  or c.
3Press X/x to select a setting.
 “D.BASS ON”: On.
 “D.BASS OFF”: Off.
4Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
Reinforcing bass frequencies
 
						

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Listening to the Radio
You can enjoy radio sound with the system’s 
speakers.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until 
“TUNER FM” appears in the front panel 
display.
2Select the radio station.
Automatic tuning
Press and hold TUNING +/– until the auto 
scanning starts.
[Auto Tuning] appears on the TV screen. 
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a 
station. 
To stop the automatic tuning manually, 
press TUNING +/– or x. 
Manual tuning
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly.
3Adjust the volume by pressing 2 +/–.
If an FM program is noisy
If an FM program is noisy, you can select 
monaural reception. There will be no stereo 
effect, but reception will improve.
1Press SYSTEM MENU.
2Press X/x repeatedly until “FM MODE” 
appears in the front panel display.
3Press  or c.
4Press X/x to select “MONO.”
 “STEREO”: Stereo reception.
 “MONO”: Monaural reception.
5Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
To turn off the radio
Press "/1.
You can preset up to 20 stations. Before tuning, 
make sure to turn down the volume to minimum.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until 
“TUNER FM” appears in the front panel 
display.
2Press and hold TUNING +/– until the 
auto scanning starts.
Scanning stops when the system tunes in a 
station.
3Press SYSTEM MENU.
4Press X/x repeatedly until “MEMORY” 
appears in the front panel display, then 
press  or c.
A preset number appears in the front panel 
display.
Tuner
8
09 756 423 1
FUNCTION
xPRESET +/–
2 +/–TUNING +/– C/X/x/c, 
HOME"/1
Number 
buttons SYSTEM
MENU
D.TUNING
FM 7
88.00MHzSONY FM
Station name (European and 
Russian models only) Current band and preset numberCurrent station
Presetting radio stations
 
						

							Tuner
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5Press X/x to select the preset number 
you want.
Tip You can select the preset number directly by 
pressing the number buttons.
6Press .
“COMPLETE” appears in the front panel 
display, and the station is stored.
7Repeat Steps 2 to 6 to store other 
stations.
8Press SYSTEM MENU.
The system menu turns off.
To change the preset number
Select the desired preset number by pressing 
PRESET +/–, then perform the procedure from 
Step 3.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until 
“TUNER FM” appears in the front panel 
display.
The last received station is tuned in.
2Press 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.
Tip You can select the preset station number directly 
by pressing the number buttons.
When you know the frequencies, you can select 
radio stations by inputting the frequencies 
directly.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until 
“TUNER FM” appears in the front panel 
display.
2Press D.TUNING.
3Press the number buttons to select the 
frequencies.
4Press .
Using the Radio Data 
System (RDS)
(European and Russian models only)
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.
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.
Note 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.
 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.
Tip While receiving an RDS broadcast and pressing 
DISPLAY, you can change between the station name 
and frequency in the front panel display.
Selecting the preset station
Selecting a radio station by 
inputting a frequency directly
What is the Radio Data 
System? 
Receiving RDS broadcasts
 
						

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Using an S-AIR Product
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 units. (The number of usable 
S-AIR main units depends on the use 
environment.)
 S-AIR sub unit: This is for receiving sound.
–Surround amplifier (supplied): You 
can enjoy surround speaker sound 
wirelessly.
–S-AIR receiver (optional): You can 
enjoy system sound in another room.
Simply by matching the ID of the unit and the 
S-AIR sub unit, you can activate wireless 
transmission.
To set the ID of the unit
1Set the S-AIR ID switch of the unit to 
the desired ID.
You can select any ID (A, B, or C).
2Press "/1.
The system turns on.
3Set the S-AIR sub unit to the same ID.
Wireless transmission is activated as 
follows (example):
To set the ID of the surround 
amplifier
1Make sure that the SURROUND 
SELECTOR switch of the surround 
amplifier is set to SURROUND.
2Set the S-AIR ID switch of the surround 
amplifier to match the ID (A, B, or C) of 
the unit.
3Press "/1 on the surround amplifier.
When wireless transmission is activated, 
the S-AIR/STANDBY indicator of the 
surround amplifier turns green.
For details of the S-AIR/STANDBY 
indicator, see “Surround amplifier” 
(page 11).
To set the ID of the S-AIR 
receiver
Refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR 
receiver.
External Audio Device
Setting the S-AIR ID to activate 
wireless transmission
For the surround amplifier
For the S-AIR receiver
S-AIR sub unit(surround amplifier)
S-AIR main unit
S-AIR sub unit
(S-AIR receiver)
(not supplied) Room A
Room B
S-AIR IDABC
S-AIR ID switch
ID A
ID A ID A
 
						

							External Audio Device
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To enjoy a 7.1 channel system
You can enjoy the more realistic surround sound 
effect of 7.1 channels when you use the Wireless 
Surround Speaker Kit (WAHT-SBP2, optional). 
For details, refer to the operating instructions of 
the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit.
In this case, set [Surround Back] in [Speaker 
Settings] to [Yes] (page 51). 
You can enjoy the system’s sound in another 
room by using the S-AIR receiver.
1Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2Press C/c to select   [Setup].
3Press X/x to select [System Settings], 
then press  .
4Press X/x to select [S-AIR Settings], 
then press  .
The [S-AIR Settings] display appears.
5Press X/x to select [Mode], then press 
.
6Press X/x to select the desired setting.
: The S-AIR receiver outputs 
sound according to functions set on the 
unit.
 [Separate]: You can set the desired 
function for the S-AIR receiver while unit 
functions do not change.
7Press .
The setting is made.
8When you select [Separate] in Step 6, 
press S-AIR CH on the S-AIR receiver 
to select the function.
The S-AIR receiver’s function changes as 
follows.
“MAIN UNIT” t “TUNER FM” t 
“AUDIO” t …
To enjoy the same function as the unit, 
select “MAIN UNIT.”
9Adjust the volume on the S-AIR 
receiver.
You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the unit 
is in standby mode by setting [Standby] to [On].
1Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2Press C/c to select   [Setup].
3Press X/x to select [System Settings], 
then press  .
4Press X/x to select [S-AIR Settings], 
then press  .
The [S-AIR Settings] display appears.
5Press X/x to select [Standby], then 
press .
6Press X/x to select the desired setting.
 [On]: You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver 
while the unit is in standby mode or turned 
on. The power consumption during 
standby mode increases.

: You cannot enjoy the S-AIR 
receiver while the unit is in standby mode.
7Press .
The setting is made.
Note When you turn the system off while [Standby] is set 
to [On], “S-AIR” flashes (when wireless transmission 
between the unit and S-AIR receiver is not activated), 
or lights up (when wireless transmission between the 
unit and S-AIR receiver is activated) in the front 
panel display.
Enjoying the system’s sound in 
another room
For the S-AIR receiver
Enjoying the S-AIR receiver 
while the unit is in standby 
mode
For the S-AIR receiver
 
						

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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 pairing, wireless 
transmission is activated between the paired 
main unit and S-AIR sub unit only.
1Place the S-AIR sub unit that you want 
to pair near the unit.
2Match the IDs of the unit and the S-AIR 
sub unit.
 To set the ID of the unit, see “To set the ID 
of the unit” (page 44).
 To set the ID of the surround amplifier, 
see “To set the ID of the surround 
amplifier” (page 44).
 To set the ID of the S-AIR receiver, refer 
to the operating instructions of the S-AIR 
receiver.
3Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
4Press C/c to select   [Setup].
5Press X/x to select [System Settings], 
then press  .
6Press X/x to select [S-AIR Settings], 
then press  .
The [S-AIR Settings] display appears.
7Press X/x to select [Pairing], then 
press .
8Start pairing of the S-AIR sub unit.
xFor the surround amplifier
Press "/1 on the surround amplifier to turn 
on the surround amplifier and press 
PAIRING on the rear panel of the surround 
amplifier. (To press PAIRING, a slim instrument, such as a paper clip, can be 
used.)
xFor the S-AIR receiver
Refer to the operating instructions of the 
S-AIR receiver.
9Press C/c to select [Start], then press 
.
The unit starts pairing.
The PAIRING indicator of the surround 
amplifier flashes when pairing starts.
When wireless transmission is activated, 
the PAIRING indicator of the surround 
amplifier turns on.
To cancel pairing, select [Cancel].
Note Perform pairing within several minutes of Step 
9. If you do not, [Pairing failed. Retry?] appears 
on the TV screen. To continue pairing, select 
[OK] and press  , then start again from Step 8. 
To cancel pairing, select [Cancel].
To cancel pairing
Change the ID of the main and sub unit 
(page 44).
You can check the S-AIR status such as the 
S-AIR ID or pairing information.
1Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2Press C/c to select   [Setup].
3Press X/x to select [System Settings], 
then press  .
4Press X/x to select [S-AIR Settings], 
then press  .
The [S-AIR Settings] display appears.
The S-AIR ID of the unit appears on the 
[Info] line. When the unit is paired, 
[Pairing] appears after the ID.
5Press RETURN.
The system returns to the previous display.
Identifying the unit with a 
specific S-AIR sub unit 
(Pairing operation)
For the surround amplifier
For the S-AIR receiver
Checking the S-AIR status of 
the unit
 
						

							External Audio Device
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If you use multiple wireless systems, such as 
wireless LAN or Bluetooth, the transmission of 
S-AIR signals or other wireless signals may be 
unstable. In this case, the transmission may be 
improved by changing the following [RF 
Change] setting.
1Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2Press C/c to select   [Setup].
3Press X/x to select [System Settings], 
then press  .
4Press X/x to select [S-AIR Settings], 
then press  .
The [S-AIR Settings] display appears.
5Press X/x to select [RF Change], then 
press .
6Press X/x to select the desired setting, 
then press  .
: Normally select this. The system 
changes [RF Change] to [On] or [Off] 
automatically.
 [On]: The system transmits sound by 
searching for the better channel for 
transmitting.
 [Off]: The system transmits sound by 
fixing the channel for transmitting.
7Press .
The setting is made.
8When you set [RF Change] to [Off], 
select the ID so that wireless 
transmission is most stable (page 44).
Note In most cases, you will not need to change this 
setting.
– If [RF Change] is set to [Off], transmission 
between the unit and S-AIR sub unit can be 
performed using one of the following channels.
– S-AIR ID A: equivalent channel for IEEE 
802.11b/g channel 1– S-AIR ID B: equivalent channel for IEEE 
802.11b/g channel 6
– S-AIR ID C: equivalent channel for IEEE 
802.11b/g channel 11
 The transmission may be improved by changing the 
transmission channel (frequency) of the other 
wireless system(s). For details, refer to the operating 
instructions of the other wireless system(s).
If wireless transmission is 
unstable
For the surround amplifier
For the S-AIR receiver
 
						

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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 Off (page 49)
– One-Touch Play (page 49)
– Theatre Mode (page 49)
– System Audio Control (page 49)
– Volume Limit (page 49)
– Audio Return Channel (page 50)
– Remote Easy Control (page 50)
– Language Follow (page 50)
Control for HDMI is a mutual control function 
standard used by CEC (Consumer Electronics 
Control) for HDMI (High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface).
The Control for HDMI function will not work 
when you connect this system to a component 
which is not compatible with the Control for 
HDMI function.
There are convenient buttons on the system’s 
remote for operating the TV, such as 
THEATRE, ONE-TOUCH PLAY, and TV "/1. 
For details, see “Remote control” (page 12) and 
refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
Note Depending on the connected component, the Control 
for HDMI function may not work. Refer to the 
operating instructions supplied with the component. The Control for HDMI function may not work if you 
connect other than a Sony component, even if the 
component is compatible with the Control for HDMI 
function.
(Control for HDMI - Easy Setting)
If your TV is compatible with the Control for 
HDMI - Easy Setting function, you can set the 
system’s [Control for HDMI] function 
automatically by setting the TV. For details, 
refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
If the TV is not compatible with the Control for 
HDMI - Easy Setting function, set the Control 
for HDMI function of the system and TV 
manually.
Note For details on setting the TV, refer to the operating 
instructions of the TV.
1Make sure that the system and the TV 
are connected with an HDMI cable.
2Turn on the TV and press [/1 to turn on 
the system.
3Set the Control for HDMI function of the 
system and TV.
The Control for HDMI function for the 
system and TV is simultaneously set to on.
To set the [Control for HDMI] 
function of the system to on/off 
manually
1Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2Press C/c to select   [Setup].
3Press X/x to select [System Settings], 
then press  .
4Press X/x to select [HDMI Settings], 
then press  .
The [HDMI Settings] display appears.
5Press X/x to select [Control for HDMI], 
then press  .
Other Operations
THEATRE
BRAVIA Sync
TVONE-TOUCH 
PLAY
23 1
Preparing for the Control for 
HDMI function
 
						

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6Press X/x to select the setting, then 
press .
: 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 TV. For 
details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
(One-Touch Play)
Press ONE-TOUCH PLAY.
The system and your TV turn on, your TV’s 
input is set to the HDMI input to which the 
system is connected, and the system starts 
playing a disc automatically.
The System Audio Control function is also 
activated automatically.
Also, when you insert a disc, One-Touch Play is 
enabled. If One-Touch Play does not start (in the 
case of inserting a disc that is not compatible 
with the auto playback function), press 
FUNCTION repeatedly to select “BD/DVD” 
and press N or ONE-TOUCH PLAY.
(Theatre Mode)
Press THEATRE.
If your TV is compatible with the Theatre Mode, 
you can enjoy optimal image and sound quality 
suited for movies, and the System Audio Control 
function is activated automatically.(System Audio Control)
You can simplify operation to enjoy TV sound 
via this system.
To use this function, connect the system and the 
TV with an audio cord and an HDMI cable 
(pages 21, 22).
You can use the System Audio Control function 
as follows:
 When the system is turned on, TV sound can 
be output from the speakers of the system.
 When TV sound is output from the speakers of 
the system, you can change the output method 
to the speakers of the TV via the TV menu.
 When TV sound is output from the speakers of 
the system, you can adjust the volume and turn 
off the sound of the system using the TV 
remote.
Note While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, 
the System Audio Control function will not work.
 Depending on the TV, when you adjust the units 
volume, the volume level appears on the TV screen. 
In this case, the volume level that appears on the TV 
screen and the units front panel display may differ.
(Volume Limit)
When the System Audio Control function is 
activated, 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. For details, see [Volume Limit] 
(page 59).
Turning the system off in sync 
with the TV
Watching BD/DVD by a single 
button press
Using the Theatre Mode
Enjoying TV sound from the 
speakers in this system
Setting the Maximum Volume 
Level of the System
 
						

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(Audio Return Channel)
The system can receive the digital audio signal 
of the TV via an HDMI cable when your TV is 
compatible with the Audio Return Channel 
function. You can enjoy TV sound via the 
system by using just one HDMI cable. For 
details, see [Audio Return Channel] (page 59).
(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. For 
details, refer to the operating instructions of the 
TV.
(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.
Calibrating the 
Appropriate Settings 
Automatically
[Auto Calibration]
D. C. A. C. (Digital Cinema Auto Calibration) 
can set the appropriate surround sound 
automatically.
Note The system outputs a loud test sound when [Auto 
Calibration] starts. You cannot turn the volume 
down. Give consideration to children and neighbors.
1Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2Press C/c to select   [Setup].
3Press X/x to select [Audio Settings], 
then press  .
4Press X/x to select [Auto Calibration], 
then press  .
The confirmation display for [Auto 
Calibration] appears.
5Connect the calibration mic to the 
A.CAL MIC jack on the rear panel.
Set up the calibration mic at ear level using 
a tripod, etc. (not supplied). The front of 
each speaker should face the calibration 
mic, and there should be no obstruction 
between the speakers and the calibration 
mic.
6Press X/x to select [OK].
To cancel, select [Cancel].
7Press .
[Auto Calibration] starts.
The system adjusts the speaker settings 
automatically.
Receiving the digital audio 
signal of the TV
Operating the system via the 
TV remote
Changing the language for the 
on-screen display of the TVA
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Calibration mic