4-418-859-12(1) Blu-ray Disc™/ DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions BDV-E490/BDV-E390/BDV-E385/BDV-E290/BDV-E190/BDV-T39
The following FCC statement applies only to the version of this model manufactured for sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not comply with FCC technical regulations. WARNING Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Do not place the naked flame sources such as lighted candles on the apparatus.
and/or peripherals in order to meet FCC emission limits. apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. plug from the AC outlet immediately. Important Safety Instructions On watching 3D video images 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Some people may experience discomfort (such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while watching 3D video images. Sony recommends that all viewers take regular breaks while watching 3D video images. The length and frequency of necessary breaks will vary from person to person.
This equipment should be installed and operated keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles). For the customers in Canada Blu-ray Disc/DVD receiver (HBD-E390) Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of this device.
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Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ....... 6 Unpacking ............................................... 8 Index to Parts and Controls...................13 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System....... 17 Step 2: Connecting the System... 17 Connecting the speakers ..........17 Connecting the TV .....................18 Connecting the other components (Set-top box, etc.) ...................19 Connecting the antenna (aerial) .....................................
Unpacking BDV-E490 • Front speakers (2) • Speaker-bottom covers (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Bases (2) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Lower parts of the front speakers (2) • Dock for iPod/iPhone (TDM-iP30) (1) • Surround speakers (2) • USB cable (1) • Center speaker (1) • Screws (8) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Subwoofer (1) 8US or • Video cord (1) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Speaker Installation Guide
BDV-E390/BDV-E290 • Front speakers (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) or • Surround speakers (2) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Speaker Installation Guide • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Dock for iPod/iPhone (TDM-iP30) (1) • USB cable (1) • Video cord (1) 9US
BDV-E385 • Front speakers (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) or • Surround speakers (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) 10US • Video cord (1) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Speaker Installation Guide
BDV-E190 • Front speakers (2) • Foot pads (2) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Speaker Installation Guide • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Surround speakers (2) or • Video cord (1) • Center speaker (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Subwoofer (1) 11US
BDV-T39 • Front speakers (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • High Speed HDMI cable (1) or • Surround speakers (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Center speaker (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Dock for iPod/iPhone (TDM-iP30) (1) • USB cable (1) • Video cord (1) 12US • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Speaker Installation Guide
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel VOL VOL FUNCTION Slot A "/1 (on/standby) D (USB) port (page 26) Open the cover using a fingernail in the slot. Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode. B Disc tray (page 25) E C Play operation buttons F Front panel display (remote sensor) Z (open/close) N (play) x (stop) VOL +/– ./> (previous/next) FUNCTION (page 23) Selects the playback source.
Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Lights up when repeat play is activated. B Lights up when stereo sound is received. (Radio only) C Lights up when the system is playing via the PARTY STREAMING function. D Lights up when muting is on. E Lights up when the HDMI (OUT) jack is correctly connected to an HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection) compliant device with HDMI or DVI (Digital Visual Interface) input.
TV "/1 (on/standby) (page 37) Remote control Turns on the TV or sets it to standby mode. "/1 (on/standby) (pages 22, 34) SPEAKERS TV AUDIO Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode.
F Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 25). ./> (previous/next) Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or file. m/M (fast/slow/freeze frame) Fast reverse/fast forward the disc during playback. Each time you press the button, the search speed changes. Activates slow-motion play when pressed for more than one second in pause mode. Plays one frame at a time when pressed in pause mode. • During Blu-ray 3D Disc playback, slow-motion reverse play and single-frame reverse play are not available.
Step 1: Installing the System How to position the system Install the system by referring to the illustration below. A B F C Do not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the unit to a wall outlet (mains) until all the other connections are made. To assemble the speakers, refer to the supplied “Speaker Installation Guide.” (BDV-E490 only) • When you connect another component with a volume control, turn down the volume of the other components to a level where sound is not distorted.
Getting Started Connecting the TV Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV.
Connecting the other components (Set-top box, etc.) TV Video out Component (Set-top box, VCR, PlayStation®, or digital satellite receiver, etc.) Audio out Signal flow System : Video signal : Audio signal Select one of the following connection methods according to the jack type of the component.
Getting Started Connecting the antenna (aerial) Step 3: Preparing for Network Connection Rear panel of the unit • To connect the system to your network, perform [Easy Network Settings]. For details, see “Step 4: Performing the Easy Setup” (page 22). L OUT ARC R FM COAXIAL 75 VIDEO OUT LAN (100) AUDIO IN ANTENNA or FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) • Be sure to fully extend the FM wire antenna (aerial). • After connecting the FM wire antenna (aerial), keep it as horizontal as possible.
Before performing the network settings Select the method based on your LAN (Local Area Network) environment. When your wireless LAN router (access point) is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)-compatible, you can easily set the network settings with the WPS button. If not, check the following information in advance, and record it in the space provided below. • The network name (SSID*) that identifies your network**.
Getting Started x WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP) TKIP is a security technology developed in response to the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP assures a higher security level than WEP. Step 4: Performing the Easy Setup x WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES) AES is a security technology that uses an advanced security method distinct from WEP and TKIP. AES assures a higher security level than WEP or TKIP. Before performing Step 4 Make sure all connections are secure, and then connect the AC power cord (mains lead).
5 You can select the playback source. C/X/x/c Depending on the connection method (page 18), perform the following setting. • HDMI cable connection: Follow the instructions that are displayed on the TV screen. • Video cord connection: Select [16:9] or [4:3] so that the picture is displayed correctly. 6 Step 5: Selecting the Source After completing of [Easy Initial Settings], perform [Easy Network Settings]. Press C/X/x/c to select [Easy Network Settings], then press .
Getting Started Step 6: Enjoying Surround Sound After performing the previous Steps and starting playback, you can easily enjoy pre-programmed sound modes that are tailored to different kinds of sound sources. They bring the exciting and powerful sound of movie theaters into your home. Selecting the sound mode Press SOUND MODE +/– repeatedly during playback until the desired mode appears in the front panel display or on the TV screen. You can select the following items.
3 Playback The operation method differs depending on the disc. Refer to the operating instructions of the disc. Playing a Disc 1 2 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears on your TV screen. Press Z, and place a disc on the disc tray. • To delete data in the USB memory, select [Erase BD Data] in [Video], and press . All data stored in the buda folder will be deleted. Playback For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 52).
Displaying the playback information Playing from a USB Device You can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY. The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and system status. You can play video/music/photo files on a connected USB device. For playable types of files, see “Playable Types of Files” (page 53). 1 Example: when playing a BD-ROM Connect the USB device to the (USB) port (page 13). Refer to the operating instructions of the USB device before connecting.
To enjoy an iPod/iPhone via the system 1 4 x If you selected [Photo] in Step 3* [Please change the TV input to the video input...] appears on the TV screen. Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the iPod/iPhone appears on your TV screen. Then, start the slideshow by operating the iPod/iPhone directly. * BDV-E490/BDV-E390/BDV-E290/BDV-T39 only.
Playing via a Network Enjoying Sony Entertainment Network (SEN) Sony Entertainment Network serves as a gateway delivering selected Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to your unit. • For customers in the U.S. and Canada: Some Internet content requires registration via a PC before it can be played. For further details, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayhtsupport/ • Some Internet content may not be available in some regions/countries.
To play files stored on a DLNA server via the system (DLNA Player) Server Player (This system) To play remote files by operating the system (Renderer) via a DLNA controller You can operate the system with a DLNAcertified controller, such as iPhone, when playing files stored on a DLNA server. You can play the same music at the same time across all Sony components which are compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function and connected to your home network.
• If content that is not compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function is played, the system closes PARTY automatically. To use the system as a PARTY guest A Content details Displays a list of related information, such as title, cast, track, or artist. B [Playback History] Displays a list of previously played BD-ROM/ DVD-ROM/CD-DA (music CD) titles. Select a title to acquire content information. Select [PARTY] in [Music], then select the PARTY host device icon.
Details Item Details [Leave PARTY] Leaves from a party which the system is participating in. The PARTY STREAMING function continues among other participating devices. [Subtitle] Selects the subtitle language when multilingual subtitles are recorded on a BD-ROM/ DVD VIDEO. [Angle] [Close PARTY] For PARTY host: Closes a party. For PARTY guest: Closes a party which the system is participating in. The PARTY STREAMING function ends for all other participating devices.
Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound (A/V SYNC) When the sound does not match the pictures on the TV screen, you can adjust the delay between the picture and sound. The setting method differs depending on the function. When playing via other than the “FM” or “TV” function 1 Press OPTIONS. The option menu appears on the TV screen. 2 3 Press X/x to select [A/V SYNC], then press . Press C/c to adjust the delay between the picture and sound.
x CD Sound Adjustment When the system is playing a BD/DVD VIDEO recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio, or DTS) or multilingual tracks, you can change the audio format or language. With a CD, you can select the sound from the right or left channel and listen to the sound of the selected channel through both the right and left speakers. Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to select the desired audio signal. The audio information appears on the TV screen.
Presetting radio stations Tuner Listening to the Radio 1 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “FM” appears in the front panel display. You can preset up to 20 stations. Before tuning, make sure to turn down the volume to minimum. 1 2 Select the radio station. 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 cancel automatic tuning, press any buttons other than VOL +/–.
Other Operations Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync • To use the “BRAVIA” Sync function, turn on the system and all components that are connected to the system after connecting them with an HDMI cable. Audio Return Channel You can enjoy TV sound via the system by using just one HDMI cable. For details of the setting, see “[Audio Return Channel]” (page 44).
[Front Left/Right] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the front speaker distance. [Center] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the center speaker distance. [Surround Left/Right] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the surround speaker distance. [Subwoofer] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the subwoofer distance. • You can change the unit of measurement (feet or meters) by pressing the color button (RED). Press RETURN. The system returns to the previous display. 8 9 Press X/x to select [Test Tone], then press . Press X/x to select [Off], then press .
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). 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. Manufacturer Code number SONY 01 (default) LG 02 05 SAMSUNG 02, 06 “LOCKED” appears in the front panel display.
Browsing Websites 1 Prepare for Internet browsing. Connect the system to a network (page 20). 2 Internet Browser display You can check website information by pressing DISPLAY. The display information differs depending on the website and page status. Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 3 4 Press C/c to select [Network]. Press X/x to select [Internet Browser], then press . The [Internet Browser] display appears. • Some websites may not display correctly, or not function.
Available options Various settings and operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. Details [Browser Setup] Displays the Internet Browser settings. • [Zoom]: Increases or decreases the size of the displayed contents. • [JavaScript Setup]: Sets whether to enable or disable JavaScript. • [Cookie Setup]: Sets whether or not to accept browser cookies. • [SSL Alarm Display]: Sets whether to enable or disable SSL.
Icon Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display You can make various adjustments to items such as picture and sound. The default settings are underlined. • Playback settings stored in the disc take priority over the Setup Display settings and not all the functions described may work. 1 Press HOME. Explanation [Easy Setup] (page 45) Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic settings. [Resetting] (page 45) Resets the system to the factory settings.
[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] 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.) [Video]: Automatically sets the lowest resolution. Sets the screen size of your 3D compatible TV.
[Frame]: The picture, including subjects that do not move dynamically, is output in high resolution. [Audio Settings] • When [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 44), [Audio Output] is set to [Speaker + HDMI] automatically and this setting cannot be changed. • When [Audio Output] is set to [HDMI], the output signal format for the “TV” function is 2-channel linear PCM.
[Parental Control Settings] x [BD/DVD Menu Language] x [Password] 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 57). 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.
[Off]: Off. [System Settings] x [Gracenote Settings] x [OSD Language] You can select your language for the system onscreen displays. x [HDMI Settings] [Control for HDMI] [On]: On. You can operate mutually between components that are connected with an HDMI cable. [Off]: Off. [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 [Video Search] or [Music Search] is selected.
x [Connection Server Settings] Sets whether or not to display the connected DLNA server. [Easy Setup] x [Easy Initial Settings] x [Renderer Options] [Auto Access Permission]: Sets whether or not to allow automatic access from a 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.
Additional Information 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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This system is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Projection televisions are especially susceptible to this. Notes about Discs On handling discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.
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. General The power does not turn on. t Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) is connected securely. The remote does not function.
No picture appears when the video output resolution selected in [Output Video Format] is incorrect. Sound t Press and hold N and VOL – on the unit for more than 5 seconds to reset the video output resolution to the lowest resolution. There is no sound. The dark area of the picture is too dark/the bright area is too bright or unnatural. There is no sound from the TV via the HDMI (OUT) jack when using the Audio Return Channel function. t Set [Picture Quality Mode] to [Standard] (default) (page 31).
Distortion occurs in the sound of a connected component. The language for the soundtrack/subtitle or angles cannot be changed. t Reduce the input level for the connected component by setting [Attenuate - AUDIO] (page 42). t Try using the BD’s or DVD’s menu. t Multi-lingual tracks/subtitles or multi-angles are not recorded on the BD or DVD being played. Tuner Radio stations cannot be tuned in. t Check that the antenna (aerial) is connected securely.
“BRAVIA” Sync ([Control for HDMI]) The [Control for HDMI] function does not work (“BRAVIA” Sync). t Check that [Control for HDMI] is set to [On] (page 44). t If you change the HDMI connection, turn the system off and on again. t If power failure occurs, set [Control for HDMI] to [Off], then set [Control for HDMI] to [On] (page 44). t Check the following and refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component. • The connected component is compatible with the [Control for HDMI] function.
Playable Discs Blu-ray Disc BD-ROM1) BD-R/BD-RE2) DVD3) DVD-ROM DVD-R/DVD-RW DVD+R/DVD+RW CD3) CD-DA (Music CD) CD-ROM CD-R/CD-RW Super Audio CD 1)Since Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not be playable depending on the disc type and version. Also, the audio output differs depending on the source, connected output jack, and selected audio settings. 2)BD-RE: Ver.2.1 BD-R: Ver.1.1, 1.2, 1.
Playable Types of Files Video File format Extensions MPEG-1 Video/PS1)5) MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS1)6) “.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” Xvid “.avi” MPEG4/AVC1)5) “.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” WMV91)5) “.wmv,” “.asf” AVCHD2) 3)5) Music Extensions MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) “.mp3” AAC/HE-AAC1)4)5) “.m4a” WMA9 Standard1)4) “.wma” LPCM “.wav” Photo File format Extensions JPEG “.jpg,” “.jpeg” GIF7) “.gif” PNG7) “.png” MPO8) “.
Supported Audio Formats Specifications Amplifier Section Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Format Function “BD/DVD” “TV” (DIGITAL IN) LPCM 2ch a a LPCM 5.1ch, LPCM 7.1ch a – Dolby Digital a a Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus a – DTS a a DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 – – DTS96/24 a – DTS-HD High Resolution Audio a – DTS-HD Master Audio a – a: Supported format. –: Unsupported format.
0.62 kg (1 lb 5 7/8 oz) (with speaker cord) Video Section Outputs VIDEO: 1 Vp-p 75 ohms Front/Surround (SS-TSB117) for BDV-E190 HDMI Section Connector Type A (19pin) Dimensions (approx.) BD/DVD/Super Audio CD/CD System Signal format system NTSC Mass (approx.
General Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption BDV-E490/BDV-E390/BDV-E385/BDV-E290/ BDV-T39 On: 130 W Standby: 0.3 W (at the Power Saving mode) BDV-E190 On: 95 W Standby: 0.3 W (at the / Power Saving mode) Dimensions (approx.) 430 mm × 50 mm × 275 mm (17 in × 2 in × 10 7/8 in) (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts Mass (approx.) 2.8 kg (6 lb 2 3/4 oz) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. • Standby power consumption 0.3W.
Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Index Numerics Front panel display 14 R 3D 25 3D Output Setting 41 G Rear panel 14 Region code 52 Registered Media Remote Devices 45 Remote control 15 Renderer Access Control 45 Renderer Options 45 Reset to Factory Default Settings 45 Resetting 45 A A/V SYNC 32 Attenuate - AUDIO 42 Audio DRC 42 Audio Language 43 Audio Output 42 Audio Return Channel 44 Audio Settings 42 Auto Display 44 B BD Audio MIX Setting 42 BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer 43 BD Internet Connection 43 BD Parental Control 43 BD/DVD Me
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