Sony Bdv E980w Operating Instructions

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To connect speaker cords to the unit and surround amplifier
Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks of the unit and surround 
amplifier.
When connecting to the unit and surround amplifier, insert the connector until it clicks.
FRONT RFRONT LCENTERSUBWOOFER
SPEAKERS
LR
3-16IMPEDANCE USESPEAKERS
Green
(Center speaker) Purple 
(Subwoofer) White 
(Front left 
speaker (L))
Red 
(Front right 
speaker (R))Gray 
(Surround right 
speaker (R)) Blue 
(Surround left...

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Getting Started
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.
 When your TV has an HDMI jack that is marked “ARC*”: Connection A
 When your TV has an HDMI jack: Connections A and D
 When your TV has component video input jacks (for non-European/non-Saudi Arabian models): 
Connections B and D
 When your TV does not have jacks above:...

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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 29).
For further HDMI settings, see “[HDMI Settings]” (page 63).
About Audio Return Channel
If your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function, an HDMI cable connection also 
sends a...

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Getting Started
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. An HDMI cable connection can send both 
video and audio signals. By connecting the system and the component using an HDMI cable, you can 
enjoy high-quality digital picture and sound via the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack.
 Video signals from the HDMI (IN 1/2)...

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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.
If the component plays sound only, connect the audio output of the component to the system.
Depending on the jacks on the component, select the connection method.
 Component which has a digital coaxial output jack: A
 Component which does not have a digital coaxial...

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 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).
Connecting the antenna (aerial)
ANTENNACOAXIALFM75
orFM wire antenna (aerial)
(supplied) Rear panel of the unit
 

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Getting StartedStep 3: Connecting to the Network
 To connect the system to your network, you need to make network settings that suit your usage environment and 
components. For details, see “Setting up the Network” (page 55) and “[Network Settings]” (page 64).
Select the method based on your LAN (Local Area Network) environment.
 If you use a wireless LAN
The system has built-in Wi-Fi, and you can connect the system to the network by making the network 
settings.
 If you use other than a wireless...

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Step 4: Setting up the 
Wireless System
The unit transmits sound to the surround 
amplifier that is connected to the surround 
speakers. To activate wireless transmission, 
perform the following Steps.
1Insert the wireless transceiver into the 
unit.
2Insert the wireless transceiver into the 
surround amplifier.
3Connect the AC power cord (mains 
lead) of the unit.
Before connecting the AC power cord, 
make sure all connections in “Step 2: 
Connecting the System” (page 20) are...

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Getting StartedStep 5: Performing the 
Easy Setup
Follow the Steps below to make the basic 
adjustments for using the system.
Displayed items vary depending on the country 
model.
1Turn on the TV.
2Connect 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.
3Press [/1....

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Step 6: Selecting the 
Source
You can select the playback source.
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” t “TV” t “SAT/CABLE” t 
“AUDIO” t “BD/DVD” t …
Function Source
“BD/DVD” Disc, USB device, iPod/iPhone, or 
network device to be played by the 
system
“FM” FM radio (page 45)
“HDMI1”/
“HDMI2”Component that is connected to 
the HDMI...