Sony Bdv E980w Operating Instructions

Settings and Adjustments
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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...

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x[Audio Output]
You can select the output method where the 
audio signal is output.
[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.
 When [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 63), 
[Audio Output] is set to [Speaker + HDMI] 
automatically...

Settings and Adjustments
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[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...

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[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.
 This function is available only when [Control for 
HDMI] is set to [On].
[HDMI1 Audio Input Mode] (European models 
only)
You can select the audio input of the component 
that is connected to the HDMI (IN 1) jack.
[HDMI1]
: The...

Settings and Adjustments
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x[Renderer Access Control]
Sets whether or not to accept commands from 
DLNA controllers.
x[Party Auto Start]
[On]: Starts a PARTY or joins an existing 
PARTY at the request of a networked device 
compatible with the PARTY STREAMING 
function.
[Off]: Off.
x[Media Remote Device Registration]
Registers your “Media remote” device.
x[Registered Media Remote Devices]
Displays a list of your registered “Media 
remote” devices.
[Easy Setup]
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic...

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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...

Additional Information
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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...

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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 wireless sound function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system 
together (main unit and surround amplifier).
General
Messages...

Additional Information
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Picture
Symptom Problems and solutions
There is no picture.  Check the output method on your system (page 22).
There is no picture when you 
make an HDMI cable 
connection. 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 22).
3D images from the HDMI (IN 
1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack do not 
appear on the TV screen. Depending on the TV or video component, 3D images...

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Sound
Symptom Problems and solutions
There is no sound.  The speaker cord is not connected securely.
 Check the speaker settings (page 49). 
The Super Audio CD sound of a 
component that is connected to 
the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 
2) jack is not output. HDMI (IN 1) and HDMI (IN 2) does not accept an audio format that contains 
copy protection. Connect the analog audio output of the component to the 
AUDIO (AUDIO IN L/R) jacks of the unit.
There is no sound from the TV 
via the HDMI (OUT) jack when...