4-418-130-12(2) Blu-ray Disc™/ DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions BDV-N790W/BDV-T79
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.
Important Safety Instructions 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
with any other antenna or transmitter. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment and meets the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in Supplement C to OET65. 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).
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Table of Contents About These Operating Instructions ....... 6 Unpacking ............................................... 8 Index to Parts and Controls.....................9 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System....... 14 Step 2: Connecting the System... 14 Connecting the speakers ..........14 Connecting the TV .....................16 Connecting the other components (Set-top box, etc.) ...................17 Connecting the antenna (aerial) .....................................
Unpacking • Front speakers (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Video cord (1) or • Remote commander (remote) (1) • High Speed HDMI cable (1) (BDV -T79 only) • Surround speakers (2) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Surround amplifier (1) • Calibration mic (1) • Center speaker (1) • Wireless transceivers (2) • Dock for iPod/iPhone (TDM-iP30) (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Operating Instructions • Quick Setup Guide • Speaker Installation Guide • USB cable (1) 8US
Index to Parts and Controls For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel FUNCTION VOL VOL USB 2 A Disc slot (page 25) B Front panel display C D (remote sensor) USB 2 port (page 26) Open the cover using a fingernail in the slot. E Soft-touch buttons/indicators N (play) x (stop) ./> (previous/next) Z (eject) FUNCTION (page 23) Slot About soft-touch buttons/ indicators These buttons function when the soft-touch button indicators are lit.
Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Lights up when repeat play is activated. F Displays the system’s status, such as radio frequency, etc. 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.
Surround amplifier Front panel Rear panel L R IMPEDANCE USE 3-16 SPEAKERS EZW-RT50 SECURE LINK LINK/STANDBY A "/1 (Power) C Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50) slot B LINK/STANDBY indicator (page 21) D SPEAKERS jacks You can check the status of wireless transmission between the main unit and surround amplifier. E SECURE LINK button (page 40) Starts the Secure Link function.
A Z (eject) Remote control SPEAKERS TV AUDIO SPEAKERS TVyAUDIO TV 1 BRAVIA Sync DIMMER 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TV "/1 (on/standby) (page 38) SLEEP 9 FUNCTION 3D AUDIO 2 BLUE RED TOP MENU GREEN 3 4 RETURN HOME NETFLIX PRESET 8 PRESET PLAY TUNING DISPLAY PAUSE STOP VOL MUTING 5 SEN TUNING 6 Selects the audio format/track. SUBTITLE Selects the subtitle language when multilingual subtitles are recorded on a BDROM/DVD VIDEO.
E SOUND MODE +/– (page 23) G MUTING Selects the sound mode. Turns off the sound temporarily. HOME (pages 22, 34, 35, 36, 39, 40, 42) VOL +/– (page 34) Enters or exits the system’s home menu. Adjusts the volume. NETFLIX TV VOL +/– Accesses the “NETFLIX” online service. Adjusts the TV volume. SEN TV INPUT Accesses the “Sony Entertainment Network™” online service. Switches the TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources. F Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 25). .
Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System Step 2: Connecting the System Do not connect the AC power cords (mains leads) of the unit and surround amplifier to a wall outlet (mains) until all the other connections are made. How to position the system Install the system by referring to the illustration below. A • 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.
To the surround amplifier Getting Started Blue (Surround left speaker (L)) Gray (Surround right speaker (R)) L R IMPEDANCE USE 3-16 SPEAKERS 15US
Getting Started Connecting the TV Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV. B A TV OPTICAL USB 1 AUDIO L ANTENNA VIDEO OUT COAXIAL 75 A.
Connecting the other components (Set-top box, etc.) Getting Started Connect the system, other components, and TV as follows. TV Video out* Component (Set-top box, VCR, PlayStation®, or digital satellite receiver, etc.) Connection A Connection B, C Signal flow : Video signal : Audio signal System * This connection is unnecessary for connection A (HDMI connection). Select one of the following connection methods according to the jack type of the component.
When you make connection A Getting Started This connection can send both video and audio signals. • Video signals from the HDMI (IN 1/2) jacks are sent to the HDMI (OUT) jack only when the “HDMI1” or “HDMI2” function is selected. • To send an audio signal from the HDMI (IN 1/2) jacks to the HDMI (OUT) jack, you may need to change the audio output setting. For details, see [Audio Output] in [Audio Settings] (page 44).
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 5: Performing the Easy Setup” (page 22). AUDIO L ANTENNA COAXIAL 75 A.CAL MIC R AUDIO IN ECM-AC3 FM FRONT R FRONT L or FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) Select the method based on your LAN (Local Area Network) environment.
Getting Started • If security is set on your wireless network, the security key (WEP key, WPA key)**. * SSID (Service Set Identifier) is a name that identifies a particular wireless network. ** You need to check the settings of your wireless LAN router to get the information about SSID and security key. For details: – visit the following website: http://www.sony.
4 Press "/1 to turn the system on. "/1 Connect the AC power cord (mains lead) of the surround amplifier. LINK/STANDBY indicator LINK/STANDBY When wireless transmission is activated, the LINK/STANDBY indicator turns green. If the LINK/STANDBY indicator does not turn on, see “Wireless sound” (page 53). The surround amplifier enters standby mode automatically when the main unit is in standby mode or wireless transmission is deactivated.
Getting Started Depending on the connection method (page 16), 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. Step 5: Performing the Easy Setup Follow the Steps below to make the basic adjustments and network settings for the system. Displayed items vary depending on the country model.
Step 7: Enjoying Surround Sound You can select the playback source. 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. Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the desired function appears in the front panel display.
Getting Started Sound mode Effect [3D Surround] (“3D SUR.”) [3D Surround] is a unique Sony algorithm that provides a 3D sound experience with depth and presence by creating a virtual sound field close to your ears. [Sports] (“SPORTS”) The system provides optimized sound for watching sports programs. [Night] (“NIGHT”) Suitable for watching movies at night by reducing loud sounds while maintaining clear dialog. [Hall] (“HALL”) The system creates sound as though you were listening in a concert hall.
• 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 Playing a Disc 1 2 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the system appears on your TV screen. You can enjoy Blu-ray 3D Discs with the 3D logo*. * 1 Load a disc. Playback Enjoying Blu-ray 3D For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 55). Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc playback.
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 56). 1 Example: when playing a BD-ROM Connect the USB device to the USB 1 port (page 10) or USB 2 port (page 9).
Enjoying an iPod/iPhone The home menu appears on the TV screen. 3 4 Compatible iPod/iPhone models Connect the Dock for iPod/iPhone to the USB 1 port (page 10) or USB 2 port (page 9), then place the iPod/ iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/iPhone. When you play a video/photo file, connect the video out jack of the Dock for iPod/ iPhone to the video input jack of your TV with a video cord before placing the iPod/ iPhone onto the Dock for iPod/iPhone.
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. • 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. 1 Prepare for Sony Entertainment Network.
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. [Video Settings] [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. • [Picture Quality Mode]: Selects the picture settings. [Auto], [Custom1], and [Custom2] are available only for HDMI connections.
Item Details [Video Search] Displays information on the BD-ROM/DVD-ROM based on Gracenote technology. Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound (A/V SYNC) [Music] only Item Details [Add Slideshow BGM] Registers music files in the USB memory as slideshow background music (BGM). [Music Search] Displays information on the audio CD (CD-DA) based on Gracenote technology.
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 46).
2 3 4 5 Press C/c to select [Setup]. Press X/x to select [Audio Settings], then press . Press X/x to select [Auto Calibration], then press . The confirmation display for [Auto Calibration] appears. Setting the Speakers Connect the calibration mic to the A.CAL MIC jack on the rear panel. [Speaker Settings] Set up the calibration mic at ear level using a tripod, etc. (not supplied).
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. [Subwoofer] 0.0 dB: Set the subwoofer level. x [Relocation] 8 9 Press X/x to select [Test Tone], then press . Press X/x to select [Off], then press . • The test tone signals are not output from the HDMI (OUT) jack.
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 Press x on the unit for more than 5 seconds.
Browsing Websites 1 Prepare for Internet browsing. Connect the system to a network (page 19). 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.
Items 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. [Input] Displays the software keyboard to enter characters while browsing a website. [Break] Moves the cursor to the next line in the text input field.
8 Press C/c to select [Start], then press . To return to the previous display, select [Cancel]. 9 After the message [Secure Link setting is complete.] appears, press . The surround amplifier is linked to the main unit and the LINK/STANDBY indicator turns orange. If the message [Cannot set Secure Link.] appears, follow the on-screen messages. For the main unit Select [Off] on Step 6 above.
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 C/c to select [Setup]. Press X/x to select the setup category icon to change, then press . You can setup the following options.
[Screen Settings] x [3D Output Setting] [Auto]: Normally select this. [Off]: Select this to display all contents in 2D. • 3D video from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack is output regardless of this setting. 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.
[16bit], [12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 16bit/12bit/ 10bit video signals when the connected TV is compatible with Deep Color. [Off]: Select this when the picture is unstable or colors appear unnatural. x [SBM] (Super Bit Mapping) [On]: Smooths the gradation of video signals output from the HDMI (OUT) jack. [Off]: Select this when outputting distorted video signals or unnatural color.
x [Auto Calibration] You can calibrate the appropriate settings automatically. For details, see “Calibrating the Appropriate Speaker Settings Automatically” (page 35). [Parental Control Settings] x [Password] [BD/DVD Viewing Settings] x [BD/DVD Menu Language] x [Audio Language] 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.
[Music Settings] x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer] [Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD layer. [CD]: Plays the CD layer. [Audio Return Channel] This function is available when you connect the system to a TV’s HDMI IN jack 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. x [Super Audio CD Playback Channel] [DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2-channel area.
x [System Information] You can display the system’s software version information and the MAC address. [Network Settings] x [Internet Settings] x [Software License Information] You can display the Software License Information. [External Input Settings] x [HDMI1]/[HDMI2]/[TV]/[AUDIO] [Do not skip]: The system does not skip the selected function when selecting the function by pressing FUNCTION. [Skip]: The system skips the selected function when selecting the function by pressing FUNCTION.
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. x [Remote Start] [On]: Permits turning on the system from the “Media Remote” device. [Off]: Off. [Easy Setup] x [Easy Initial Settings] Runs [Easy Initial Settings] to make the basic settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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. 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).
There is no picture when you make an HDMI cable connection. t 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 16). 3D images from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack do not appear on the TV screen. t Depending on the TV or video component, 3D images may not appear. No picture appears when the video output resolution selected in [Output Video Format] is incorrect.
Severe hum or noise is heard. t Move your TV away from the audio components. t Clean the disc. The sound loses stereo effect when you play a CD. t Select stereo sound by pressing AUDIO (page 33). The sound comes from the center speaker only. t Depending on the disc, the sound may come from the center speaker only. No sound or only a very low-level sound is heard from the surround speakers. Distortion occurs in the sound of a connected component.
Playback The disc does not play. The USB device is not recognized. t The region code on the BD/DVD does not match the system. t Moisture has condensed inside the unit and may cause damage to the lenses. Remove the disc and leave the unit turned on for about half an hour. t The system cannot play a recorded disc that is not correctly finalized (page 55). t Try the following: 1 Turn the system off. 2 Remove and reconnect the USB device. 3 Turn the system on.
• The connected component’s setting for the [Control for HDMI] function is correct. Playable Discs Network connection The system cannot connect to the network. 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 t Check the network connection (page 19) and the network settings (page 47). Wireless LAN connection You cannot connect your PC to the Internet after [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)] is performed.
Therefore, these discs may not be compatible with this product. Note on playback operations of a BD/DVD Some playback operations of a BD/DVD may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this system plays a BD/DVD according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Note about double-layer BDs/ DVDs The playback picture and sound may be momentarily interrupted when the layers switch.
Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Function Format “BD/DVD” “HDMI1” “HDMI2” “TV” (DIGITAL IN) LPCM 2ch a a a LPCM 5.1ch a a – LPCM 7.1ch a – – Dolby Digital a a a Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus a – – DTS a a a DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.
FM Tuner Section Specifications Amplifier Section AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (FTC) Front L + Front R: With 3 ohms loads, both channels driven, from 180 Hz - 20 kHz; rated 50 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 1% total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output.
Surround amplifier (TA-SA300WR) Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT50) Communication system Frequency band Modulation method Power requirements Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Wireless sound Specification version 1.0 5.736 GHz - 5.814 GHz DSSS DC 3.3 V, 300 mA 30 mm × 9 mm × 60 mm (1 3/16 in × 3/8 in × 2 3/8 in) (w/h/d) 10 g (1/2 oz) Additional Information Amplifier Section U.S.
Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Index Numerics F Q 3D 25 3D Output Setting 43 FM Mode 34 Front panel 9 Front panel display 10 Quick Start Mode 46 A A/V SYNC 32 Attenuate - AUDIO 44 Audio DRC 44 Audio Language 45 Audio Output 44 Audio Return Channel 46 Audio Settings 44 Auto Calibration 35, 45 Auto Display 46 B BD Audio MIX Setting 44 BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer 45 BD Internet Connection 45 BD Parental Control 45 BD/DVD Menu Language 45 BD/DVD Viewing Settings 45 BD-LIVE 25 BD-ROM 24p Output 43 BONUSVIEW 25 BRAVIA Sync 35 C CD 55
W WEP 20 Wireless Sound Connection 46 WPA2-PSK (AES) 20 WPA2-PSK (TKIP) 20 WPA-PSK (AES) 20 WPA-PSK (TKIP) 20 62US
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