Sony Bdv Z7 Operating Instructions

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Method 2: HDMI* cable (B) and video cord (A) connectionIf your TV has an HDMI jack, connect to the TV both with an HDMI cable and video cord. Picture 
quality will be improved compared to using only the video cord connection.
When connecting with the HDMI cable, you need to select the type of output signal (pages 29, 69).
To view images from the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you need to connect to the TV with the 
video cord. Video signals from the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter are not output via the HDMI OUT 
jack.* HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)Note Check that the shape of the HDMI jack on the control unit matches the orientation of the terminal of the HDMI 
cable, and then connect the HDMI cable.Method 3: Component video cable (C) and video cord (A) connectionIf your TV does not have an HDMI jack, but has component video input jacks, connect to the TV both 
with a component video cable and video cord. Picture quality will be improved compared to using only 
the video cord connection.
When connecting with the component video cable, you need to set the type of output signal to 
progressive format (pages 29, 69).
To view images from the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter, you need to connect to the TV with the 
video cord. Video signals from the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter are not output via the 
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jack.
 
						

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This connection sends an audio signal to the system from the TV. To listen to TV sound via the system, 
perform this connection.Digital optical cord (D) connectionWith a digital audio connection, the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal and 
you can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound.Note To achieve full use of the Control for HDMI function (page 58), connect the system and the TV with a digital optical 
cord (D).Connecting the TV (Audio connection)
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To the digital optical 
out jack of the TV.D Digital optical 
cord (not supplied) Rear of the control unit
 
						

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You can enjoy connected components via the system’s speakers.
 DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter: E (TDM-iP20 is supplied with United Kingdom models. You can 
also use other DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapters.)
 VCR, digital satellite receiver, PlayStation, or portable audio source, etc. (not supplied): F
 VCR or digital satellite receiver, etc. (not supplied) which has a digital coaxial output jack: GNote Connect the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT adapter so that the V marks are aligned. When disconnecting, pull out while 
pressing .
 When you connect the system and a component with an audio cord (F), select “AUDIO” to enjoy sound from the 
component with this system.Connecting the other components
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adapter (page 57)
To the audio out jacks of the 
VCR, digital satellite receiver, 
PlayStation, or portable audio 
source, etc.F Audio cord (not 
supplied)
To the digital coaxial out jack 
of the VCR or digital satellite 
receiver, etc.G Digital coaxial cord 
(not supplied) Rear of the control unit
 
						

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If your TV has multiple audio/video inputsYou can enjoy sound with the speakers of the system through the connected TV. Connect the 
components as follows.
Select the component on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
If the TV does not have multiple audio/video inputs, a switcher will be necessary to receive sound from 
more than one component.
FUNCTION
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System
:Signal flowVCR, digital satellite receiver, 
PlayStation, etc. TV
VCR, digital satellite receiver, 
PlayStation, etc.
 
						

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To connect the antenna (aerial)Note Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial).
 After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.Tip If you have poor FM reception, use a 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect the control unit to an outdoor 
FM antenna (aerial) as shown below.Connecting the antenna (aerial)
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(supplied) Rear of the control unit
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Insert the external memory device (1 GB or larger USB flash memory, such as Sony USM2GL, or 
USM2GH, not supplied) into the EXT slot. Check that “EXT” lights up in the front panel display when 
turning the system on. By connecting an external memory, you can enjoy additional contents 
(BonusView/BD-Live) depending on the disc (page 43).Note Insert the external memory straight. If you force the external memory into the slot, this will cause damage to both 
the external memory and the EXT slot of the control unit.
 Keep the external memory away from small children to prevent them from accidentally swallowing it.
 Do not apply too much pressure to the external memory in the slot, as it may cause a malfunction.
 To avoid data corruption or damage to the external memory, turn the system off when inserting or removing the 
external memory.
 Do not insert an external memory that contains photo or music files to avoid corrupting the external memory data.To remove the external memory1
Press "/1 to turn the system off.
2
Pull out the external memory from the EXT slot.Inserting the external memory
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With the terminal side up Rear of the control unit
Ex. Sony USM2GL (not supplied)
 
						

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Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the control unit to your Internet source using a network cable to 
update the system’s software using the network. You can also enjoy BD-Live (page 43).
Make the appropriate settings in [Internet Settings] under [Network Settings] (page 75).To update the system’s software using the networkSee [Network Update] (page 67) and [Software Update Notification] (page 75).Note Do not connect a phone line to the LAN (100) terminal, as it may cause a malfunction.
 Do not connect the LAN terminal of the control unit to the LAN terminal of the PC.
 Depending on the modem or router, the type of network (LAN) cable, straight or crossing, differs. For details on 
the network (LAN) cables, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the modem or router.
 For optimal performance of BD-Live functions, we recommend using an Internet connection with an effective 
speed of 1 Mbps or greater.Connecting to the network
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OUT
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COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
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LAN(100)
Rear of the control unit
Broadband router 
(not supplied)
InternetADSL modem/
Cable modem 
(not supplied) Network cable 
(not supplied)
Network cable 
(not supplied)Network cable 
(not supplied)Wireless LAN router 
(access point) 
(not supplied)
Ethernet/wireless 
LAN media converter 
(not supplied)
Internet Network cable 
(not supplied) When connecting to a 
broadband router directlyWhen connecting via a wireless 
LAN router
ADSL modem/
Cable modem 
(not supplied)
 
						

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Before connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) of the subwoofer to a wall outlet (mains), connect 
all the speakers to the subwoofer.To turn the system on/offPress "/1.To save power in standby modeCheck that the following settings are made:
– [Control for HDMI] is set to [Off] (page 58).
– [Standby Mode] is set to [Normal] (page 74).Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)
Wall outlet (mains): The shape 
of the wall outlet (mains) differs 
depending on the area.
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Step 3: Performing the 
Easy SetupFollow the Steps below to make the basic 
adjustments for using the system.
Displayed items vary depending on the country 
model.1
Turn on the TV.
2
Press [/1.
3
Switch the input selector on your TV so 
that the signal from the system 
appears on the TV screen.The Easy Setup Display for OSD language 
selection appears.If the Easy Setup Display does not 
appearRecall the Easy Setup Display. See “To 
recall the Easy Setup Display” (page 31).
4
Press X/x to select a language for the 
OSD.
5
Press  or c.The setting message appears.
This message appears only when 
performing the [Easy Setup] for the first 
time. It does not appear when performing 
the [Easy Setup] accessed via the [Setup] 
setting.
6
Press  or c.The Setup Display for video cable selection 
appears.
7
Press X/x to select the cable used to 
connect the system and TV.Check the connection of the system and TV 
(page 20).
 When you connect the system and TV 
with an HDMI cable, select [HDMI], go 
to Step 8 and set the video output 
resolution to match your TV.
 When you connect the system and TV 
with a component video cord, select 
[Component Video], go to Step 8 and set 
the video output resolution to match your 
TV.
 When you connect the system and TV 
with the video cord, select [Video] and go 
to Step 9.Note When you do not connect the system and TV 
with an HDMI cable, you cannot select [HDMI].
 When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and 
other video output jacks at the same time, select 
[Component Video].
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HOME"/1
Easy Setup 
- TV Connection Method
Component Video 
Video  Select the video cable connecting this unit and the TV.
 
						

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 For details about video output resolution, see 
“Video Output Resolution” (page 91).
8
Press  or c.The Setup Display for video output 
resolution selection appears. For details, see 
[Output Video Format] (page 69).When you select [HDMI] in Step 7Select from [Auto], [480i/576i], [480p/
576p], [720p], [1080i], or [1080p].
When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and 
other video output jacks at the same time, 
video signals may only output from the 
HDMI OUT jack when [Auto] or [1080p] is 
selected. When you select [Component Video] in 
Step 7Select from [480i/576i], [480p/576p], 
[720p], or [1080i].When you change the video 
output resolutionA picture is displayed in the selected 
resolution for about 30 seconds, then the 
display asks for confirmation.
Follow the on-screen instructions and go to 
the next step.Note If the picture is distorted or no picture appears, 
wait for about 30 seconds without pressing any 
buttons. [Is this resolution OK?] appears. Select 
[Cancel]. The display returns to the resolution 
setting screen. If the selected video output resolution is 
incorrect, no picture appears on the screen. In 
this case, press and hold N and Z on the 
control unit for more than 5 seconds to reset the 
video output resolution to the lowest resolution. 
To change the video output resolution, set 
[Output Video Format] in [Video Settings] 
(page 69).
9
Press  or c.The Setup Display for selecting the aspect 
ratio of the TV to be connected appears.
10
Press X/x to select the setting that 
matches your TV type. [16:9]: If you have a wide-screen TV or a 
4:3 standard TV with a wide-screen mode. 
(page 68)
 [4:3]: If you have a 4:3 standard TV. 
(page 68)
11
Press  or c.When you connect the system and TV 
with an HDMI cableThe Setup Display for the [Control for 
HDMI] function appears. Go to Step 12.When you do not connect the system 
and TV with an HDMI cableThe Setup Display for [BD Internet 
Connection] appears. Go to Step 14.
12
Press X/x to select the setting for the 
Control for HDMI function.Select [On] to use the [Control for HDMI] 
function (page 58) when connecting Sony 
Easy Setup
 - Component Resolution
The new resolution displays for 30 seconds when this setting is changed. Select the resolution to output to the TV.
Nothing is displayed on the screen if the resolution is incorrect. Check that there are no problems with the video.
Easy Setup 
- TV TypeSelect the screen aspect ratio to match your TV.
On You can operate this unit in conjunction with a TV connected by HDMI.
Check your TV settings when using this function.
Easy Setup 
- Control for HDMI