Sony Bdv E970w Operating Instructions

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Be quiet during the measurement.
Note 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.
 When you use the Wireless Surround Speaker 
Kit (WAHT-SBP2, optional) for the surround 
back speakers (page 15), install the speakers in 
appropriate location and turn the surround 
amplifier on. To use the surround back speakers, 
set [Surround Back] in [Speaker Settings] to 
[Yes] (page 51) 
8Confirm the conclusions of [Auto 
Calibration].
The speakers connected to the unit are listed 
as [Yes] on the TV screen.
Note 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].
9Press X/x to select [OK] or [Cancel], 
then press  .
xThe measurement is OK.
Disconnect the calibration mic, then select 
[OK]. The result is implemented.
xThe measurement is not OK.
Follow the message, then select [OK] to 
retry.
Note While the Auto Calibration function works:
– do not turn off the power.
– do not press any button.
– do not change the volume.
– do not change the function.
– do not change the disc.
– do not insert a disc.
– do not disconnect the calibration mic.
Setting the Speakers
[Speaker Settings]
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set 
connection of the speakers and their distance 
from your listening position. Then use the test 
tone to adjust the level and the balance of the 
speakers to the same level.
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 [Speaker Settings], 
then press  .
The [Speaker Settings] display appears.
5Press X/x to select the item, then press 
.
Check the following settings.
x[Connection]
If you do not connect center or surround 
speakers, set the parameters for [Center] and 
[Surround]. Since the front speaker and 
subwoofer settings are fixed, you cannot change 
them.
When you use the Wireless Surround Speaker 
Kit (WAHT-SBP2, optional) for the surround 
back speakers (page 15), set [Surround Back] 
also.
[Front]
[Yes]
[Center]
[Yes]: Normally select this.
[None]: Select this if no center speaker is used. 
[Surround]
[Yes]: Normally select this.
[None]: Select this if no surround speaker is 
used.
[Surround Back]
[Yes]: Select this if surround back speakers are 
used.
[None]
: Select this if no surround back speakers 
is used.
 
						

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[Subwoofer]
[Yes]
x[Distance]
When you move the speakers, be sure to set the 
parameters of the distance (A) from the 
listening position to the speakers.
You can set the parameters from 0.0 to 7.0 
meters.
The speakers in the illustration correspond to the 
following:
1Center speaker
2Front left speaker (L)
3Front right speaker (R)
4Subwoofer
5Surround left speaker (L)
6Surround right speaker (R)
7Surround back left speaker (L) (optional)
8Surround back right speaker (R) (optional)
[Front Left/Right] 3.0 m: Set the front speaker 
distance.
[Center]* 3.0 m
: Set the center speaker distance.
[Surround Left/Right]* 3.0 m
: Set the surround 
speaker distance.
[Surround Back Left/Right]* 3.0 m
: Set the 
surround back speaker distance.
[Subwoofer] 3.0 m
: Set the subwoofer distance.* This item appears when you set it to [Yes] in the 
[Connection] setting.
Note Depending on the input stream, [Distance] may not 
be effective.
x[Level]
You can adjust the sound level of the speakers. 
You can set the parameters from –6.0 dB to +6.0 
dB. Be sure to set [Test Tone] to [On] for easy 
adjustment.
[Front Left/Right] 0.0 dB
: Set the front speaker 
level.
[Center]* 0.0 dB
: Set the center speaker level.
[Surround Left/Right]
* 0.0 dB: Set the surround 
speaker level.
[Surround Back Left/Right]
* 0.0 dB: Set the 
surround back speaker level.
[Subwoofer] 0.0 dB
: Set the subwoofer level.* This item appears when you set it to [Yes] in the 
[Connection] setting.
x[Test Tone]
The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust 
[Level].
[Off]
: The test tone is not emitted from the 
speakers.
[On]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker 
in sequence while adjusting level. When you 
select one of the [Speaker Settings] items, the 
test tone is emitted from each speaker in 
sequence.
Adjust the sound level as follows.
1Set [Test Tone] to [On].
2Press X/x to select [Level], then press 
.
3Press X/x to select the desired speaker 
type, then press  .
4Press C/c to select the left or right 
speaker, then press X/x to adjust the 
level.
5Press .
6Repeat Steps 3 to 5.
7Press RETURN.
The system returns to the previous display.
8Press X/x to select [Test Tone], then 
press .
9Press X/x to select [Off], then press 
.
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Note The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI 
OUT jack.
Tip To adjust the volume of all the speakers at one time, 
press 2 +/–.
Using the Sleep Timer
You can set the system to turn off at a preset 
time, so you can fall asleep listening to music. 
The time can be preset in intervals of 10 
minutes.
Press SLEEP.
Each time you press SLEEP, the minutes display 
(the remaining time) changes by 10 minutes.
When you set the sleep timer, “SLEEP” flashes 
in the front panel display.
To check the remaining time
Press SLEEP once.
To change the remaining time
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired 
time.
Deactivating the Buttons 
on the Unit
(Child Lock)
You can deactivate the buttons on the unit 
(except for "/1) for preventing misoperation, 
such as child mischief (child lock function).
Press x on the unit for more than 5 
seconds.
“CHILD LOCK” and “ON” appear in the front 
panel display.
The child lock function is activated and the 
buttons on the unit are locked. (You can operate 
the system by using the remote.)
To cancel, press x for more than 5 seconds so 
that “CHILD LOCK” and “OFF” appear in the 
front panel display.
Note When you operate the buttons on the unit while the 
child lock function is on, “CHILD LOCK” appears in 
the front panel display.
Controlling Your TV with 
the Supplied Remote
By adjusting the remote signal, you can control 
your TV with the supplied remote.
Note When you replace the batteries of the remote, the 
code number may reset itself to the default (SONY) 
setting. Reset the appropriate code number.
Press and hold TV [/1 while entering your 
TV’s manufacturer’s code (see the table) 
using the number buttons. Then release TV 
[/1.
If the setting is unsuccessful, the currently 
registered code is not changed. Re-enter the 
code number.
Code numbers of controllable 
TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try 
entering them one at a time until you find the 
code that works with your TV.
Preparing the remote for 
controlling the TV
Manufacturer Code number
SONY 01 (default)
SAMSUNG 02, 08
LG 05
PHILIPS 02, 03, 07
PANASONIC 06
TOSHIBA 04
 
						

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Saving Power in Standby 
Mode
Check that the following settings are made:
– [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] is set 
to [Off] (page 48).
– [Standby] in [S-AIR Settings] is set to [Off] 
(page 45).
– [Quick Start Mode] is set to [Off] (page 59).
 
						

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Using the Setup Display
You can make various adjustments of items such 
as picture and sound.
Select   (Setup) on the home menu when you 
need to change the settings of the system.
The default settings are underlined.
Note Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over 
the Setup Display settings and not all the functions 
described may work.
1Press HOME.
The home menu appears on the TV screen.
2Press C/c to select   [Setup].
3Press X/x to select the setup category 
icon to change, then press  .
Example: [Screen Settings]
You can setup the following options.
[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 and Russia
http://support.sony-europe.com/
For customers in Asia and Australia
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
Settings and Adjustments
Icon Explanation
[Network Update] (page 55)
Updates the software of the 
system.
[Screen Settings] (page 56)Makes the screen settings 
according to the type of 
connecting jacks.
Setup
TV Type
Set the screen aspect ratio of your TV.
Screen FormatOriginal
DVD Aspect RatioLetter Box
Auto
Cinema Conversion Mode
[Audio Settings] (page 57)Makes the audio settings 
according to the type of 
connecting jacks.
[BD/DVD Viewing Settings] 
(page 58)
Makes detailed settings for BD/
DVD playback.
[Parental Control Settings] 
(page 58)
Makes detailed settings for the 
Parental Control function.
[Music Settings] (page 59)Makes detailed settings for 
Super Audio CD playback.
[System Settings] (page 59)Makes the system-related 
settings.
[Network Settings] (page 60)Makes detailed settings for 
Internet and network.
[Easy Setup] (page 61)Re-runs the Easy Setup to make 
the basic settings.
[Resetting] (page 61)Resets the system to the factory 
settings.
Icon Explanation
 
						

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[Screen Settings]
x[3D Output Setting]
[Auto]: Normally select this.
[Off]: Select this to display all contents in 2D.
x[TV Screen Size Setting for 3D]
Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV.
x[TV Type]
[16:9]: Select this when connecting to a wide-
screen TV or a TV with a wide-mode function.
[4:3]: Select this when connecting to a 4:3 
screen TV without a wide-mode function.
x[Screen Format]
[Original]: Select this when connecting to a TV 
with a wide-mode function. Displays a 4:3 
screen picture in 16:9 aspect ratio even on a 
wide-screen TV.
[Fixed Aspect Ratio]: Changes the picture size 
to fit the screen size with the original picture 
aspect ratio.
x[DVD Aspect Ratio]
[Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture with black 
bands on the top and bottom.
[Pan & Scan]: Displays a full-height picture on 
the entire screen, with trimmed sides.
x[Cinema Conversion Mode]
[Auto]: Normally select this. The unit 
automatically detects whether the material is 
video-based or film-based, and switches to the 
appropriate conversion method.
[Video]: The conversion method suited for 
video-based material will always be selected 
regardless of the material.
x[Output Video Format]
[HDMI]: Normally select [Auto]. Select 
[Original Resolution] to output the resolution 
recorded on the disc. (When the resolution is 
lower than SD resolution, it is scaled up to SD 
resolution.)
[Component Video]: Select the resolution that 
suits your TV.
[Video]: Automatically sets the lowest 
resolution.
Note When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other 
video output jacks at the same time, select 
[Component Video].
 If no picture appears when setting [HDMI] or 
[Component Video] resolution, try another resolution 
setting.
x[BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p Output]
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video 
signals only when connecting a 1080/24p-
compatible TV using the HDMI OUT jack.
[Off]: Select this when your TV is not 
compatible with 1080/24p video signals.
x[YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)]
[Auto]: Automatically detects the type of 
external device, and switches to the matching 
color setting.
[YCbCr (4:2:2)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video 
signals.
[YCbCr (4:4:4)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video 
signals.
[RGB]: Select this when connecting to a device 
with an HDCP-compliant DVI jack.
x[HDMI Deep Colour Output]
[Auto]: Normally select this.
[12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 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.
x[Pause Mode] (BD/DVD VIDEO/DVD-R/
DVD-RW only)
[Auto]: The picture, including subjects that 
move dynamically, is output with no jitter. 
Normally select this position.
 
						

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[Frame]: The picture, including subjects that do 
not move dynamically, is output in high 
resolution.
[Audio Settings]
x[BD Audio MIX Setting]
[On]: Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the 
interactive audio and secondary audio to the 
primary audio.
[Off]: Outputs the primary audio only. Select 
this when outputting HD audio signals to an AV 
receiver.
x[Audio DRC]
You can compress the dynamic range of the 
sound track.
[Auto]
: Performs playback at the dynamic range 
specified by the disc (BD-ROM only).
[Off]: No compression of dynamic range.
[On]: The system reproduces the sound track 
with the kind of dynamic range that the 
recording engineer intended.
x[Attenuate - AUDIO]
Distortion may occur when you listen to a 
component connected to the AUDIO (AUDIO 
IN L/R) jacks. You can prevent distortion by 
reducing the input level on the unit.
[On]
: Attenuates the input level. The output 
level is changed.
[Off]: Normal input level.
x[Audio Output]
The system cannot output multi-channel sound 
from both the HDMI OUT jack and system’s 
speakers simultaneously.
[Speaker]
: Outputs multi-channel sound from 
the system’s speakers only.
[Speaker + HDMI]: Outputs multi-channel 
sound from the system’s speakers and 2-channel 
linear PCM signals from the HDMI OUT jack.[HDMI]: Outputs sound from the HDMI OUT 
jack only. Sound format depends on the 
connected component.
Note When you set [Audio Output] to [HDMI], the 
SOUND MODE, “D.BASS,” “NIGHT MODE,” and 
“SUR.SETTING” functions are disabled.
 When the System Audio Control function (page 49) 
is activated, this setting may change automatically.
x[Sound Effect]
You can set the system’s sound effects (SOUND 
MODE, “D.BASS,” “NIGHT MODE,” and 
“SUR.SETTING”
) to on/off.
[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.
x[Speaker Settings]
To obtain the best possible surround sound, set 
the speakers. For details, see “Setting the 
Speakers” (page 51).
x[Auto Calibration]
You can calibrate the appropriate settings 
automatically. For details, see “Calibrating the 
Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 50).
 
						

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[BD/DVD Viewing 
Settings]
You can make detailed settings for BD/DVD 
playback.
x[BD/DVD Menu]
You can select the default menu language for 
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
When you select [Select Language Code], the 
display for entering the language code appears. 
Enter the code for your language by referring to 
“Language Code List” (page 76).
x[Audio]
You can select the default track language for 
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
When you select [Original], the language given 
priority in the disc is selected.
When you select [Select Language Code], the 
display for entering the language code appears. 
Enter the code for your language by referring to 
“Language Code List” (page 76).
x[Subtitle]
You can select the default subtitle language for 
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
When you select [Select Language Code], the 
display for entering the language code appears. 
Enter the code for your language by referring to 
“Language Code List” (page 76).
x[BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer]
[BD]: Plays BD layer.
[DVD/CD]: Plays DVD or CD layer.
x[BD Internet Connection]
[Allow]: Normally select this.
[Do not allow]
: Prohibits Internet connection.
x[BD Data Storage Options]
[Internal memory]: Selects the internal memory 
to store BD data.
[USB device (front)]: Selects the   (USB) port 
on the front panel to store BD data.
[USB device (rear)]: Selects the   (USB) port 
on the rear panel to store BD data.
[Parental Control 
Settings]
x[Password]
Set or change the password for the Parental 
Control function. A password allows you to set 
a restriction on BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, or 
Internet video playback. If necessary, you can 
differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs 
and DVD VIDEOs.
x[Parental Control Area 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. Follow the on-screen 
instructions and enter your four-digit password.
x[BD Parental Control]
Playback of some BD-ROMs 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.
x[DVD Parental Control]
Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be limited 
according to a predetermined level such as 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.
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.
x[Internet Video Unrated]
[Allow]: Allows the playback of unrated 
Internet videos.
[Block]: Blocks the playback of unrated Internet 
videos.
 
						

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[Music Settings]
You can make detailed settings for Super Audio 
CD playback.
x[Super Audio CD Playback Layer]
[Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD 
layer.
[CD]: Plays the CD layer.
x[Super Audio CD Playback Channels]
[DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2ch area.
[DSD Multi]
: Plays the multi-channel area.
[System Settings]
You can make the system-related settings.
x[OSD]
You can select your language for the system on-
screen displays.
x[S-AIR Settings]
You can set up the S-AIR settings. For details, 
see “Using an S-AIR Product” (page 44).
[Info]: The selected S-AIR ID is displayed.
[Pairing]: You can pair the system and S-AIR 
sub unit, such as a surround amplifier or S-AIR 
receiver.
[RF Change]: If wireless transmission is 
unstable, set this function.
[Mode]: You can enjoy the system’s sound in 
another room.
[Standby]: You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver 
while the unit is in standby mode.
x[Dimmer]
[Bright]: Bright lighting.
[Dark]: Low lighting.
x[HDMI Settings]
By connecting Sony components that are 
compatible with the Control for HDMI function 
with an HDMI cable, operation is simplified. 
For details, see “Using the Control for HDMI 
Function for “BRAVIA” Sync” (page 48).[Control for HDMI]
You can set the [Control for HDMI] function to 
on/off.
[On]
: On. You can operate mutually between 
components that are connected with an HDMI 
cable.
[Off]: Off.
[Audio Return Channel]
This function is available when you connect the 
system and TV that is compatible with the Audio 
Return Channel function.
[Auto]
: The system can receive the digital audio 
signal of the TV automatically via an HDMI 
cable.
[Off]: Off.
Note This function is available only when [Control for 
HDMI] is set to [On].
[Volume Limit]
When the System Audio Control (page 49) 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 when the System Audio Control 
function activates.
[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 [Control for 
HDMI] is set to [On].
x[Quick Start Mode]
[On]: Shortens the startup time from standby 
mode. You can operate the system quickly after 
turning it on.
[Off]
: The default setting.
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.
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x[Auto Display]
[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]
[On]: Turns on the screen saver function.
[Off]: Off.
x[Software Update Notification]
[On]: Sets the system to inform you of newer 
software version information (page 55).
[Off]: Off.
x[Gracenote Settings]
[Auto]: Automatically downloads disc 
information when you stop playback of the disc. 
To download, the system must be connected to 
the network.
[Manual]: Downloads disc information when 
you select [Playback History] or [Information 
Display] in the options menu.
x[DivX® VOD]
You can display the registration or 
deregistration code for this system, or deregister 
this system after registration.
When the registration is disabled
[Registration Code]: The registration code is 
displayed.
[Deregistration Code]: The deregistration code 
is displayed. (This item can be selected only 
after the registration code is displayed.)
When the registration is enabled
Press C/c to select [OK] or [Cancel], then 
press .
[OK]: The device is deregistered and the 
deregistration code is displayed.
[Cancel]: The system returns to the previous 
display.
For more information, go to 
http://www.divx.com
 on the Internet.
x[System Information]
You can display the system’s software version 
information and the MAC address.
[Network Settings]
You can make detailed settings for Internet and 
network.
x[Internet Settings]
Connect the system to the network beforehand. 
For details, see “Connecting to the network” 
(page 26).
[View Network Status]: Displays the current 
network status.
[Wired Setup]
: Select this when you connect to 
a broadband router directly.
[USB Wireless Setup]: Select this when you use 
a USB Wireless LAN Adapter.
For more information, go to
For customers in Europe and Russia
http://support.sony-europe.com/
For customers in Asia and Australia
http://www.sony-asia.com/support
x[Network Connection Diagnostics]
You can run the network diagnostic to check if 
the network connection has been made properly.
x[Connection Server Settings]
Sets whether or not to display the connected 
DLNA server.
x[Renderer Set-up]
[Automatic Access Permission]: Sets whether or 
not to allow automatic access from newly 
detected DLNA controller.
[Smart Select]: Allows a Sony DLNA controller 
to find the system as the target component to 
operate by using the infrared ray. You can set 
this function to on or off.