4-187-302-14(1) Blu-ray Disc/DVD Home Theatre System Operating Instructions BDV-HZ970W / IZ1000W ©2010 Sony Corporation
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. Do not expose batteries or apparatus with battery-installed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
For the wireless transceiver (EZWRT10/EZW-RT10A) (For the customers in Canada) This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. This device complies with RSSGen of IC Rules. 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 ....... 5 Unpacking ............................................... 7 Index to Parts and Control .................... 10 Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System .......16 Step 2: Connecting the System ...21 Step 3: Connecting to the Network ....................................28 Step 4: Setting up the S-AIR Wireless System ...........29 Step 5: Performing the Easy Setup ........................................30 Step 6: Selecting the Source .......
Unpacking BDV-HZ970W • Main unit (1) • Front speakers (2) • Posts for the front speakers (long) (2) • Posts for the front speakers (short) (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Surround amplifier (1) • Screws for the front speakers (8) • Wireless transceivers (2) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • USB Wireless LAN Adapter (UWA-BR100) • Surround speakers (2) • Speaker cords (6, white/red/ blue/gray/green/purple) • UWA-BR100 External cable • Center speaker (1) • Video cord (1) • Subwoofer (1) • Remote comma
BDV-IZ1000W • Main unit (1) • Bases for the front speaker stands (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • R6 (size AA) batteries (2) • Front and surround speakers (4) • Bases for the surround speakers (2) • Calibration mic (1) • Base adapters for the surround speakers (2) • Surround amplifier (1) • Center speaker (1) • Screws (with washer) for the front speakers (4) • Wireless transceivers (2) • Subwoofer (1) • Screws for the front speakers/ surround speakers (4) • FM wire antenna (aerial) (1) • Fron
Preparing the remote Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment.
Index to Parts and Control For more information, refer to the pages indicated in parentheses. Front panel FUNCTION VOLUME PUSH OPEN A "/1 (on/standby) Turns on the unit, or sets it to standby mode. B Play operation buttons N (play) Starts or re-starts playback (resume play). Plays a slideshow when a disc containing JPEG image files is inserted. x (stop) Stops playback and remembers the stop point (resume point).
Front panel display About the indications in the front panel display A Displays the current sound format. B Lights up when the system is playing via the PARTY STREAMING function. C Lights up when outputting 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video signals. D Lights up while virtual 7.1ch decoding is activated. E Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/ 1080p video signals from the HDMI (OUT) jack or 720p/1080i video signals from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
Rear panel HDMI LAN(100) ARC S-AIR ID IN 1 A B C EZW-RT10 IN 2 OUT AUDIO SPEAKERS FRONT R FRONT L WOOFER CENTER AUDIO IN L DIGITAL IN SAT/CABLE TV COAX OPT ANTENNA 75 COAXIAL A.
Surround amplifier Rear panel Front panel SURROUND SELECTOR A B C PAIRING L SURROUND SURROUND BACK S-AIR ID R IMPEDANCE USE 3-16 SPEAKERS EZW-RT10 S-AIR/STANDBY A "/1 (Power) Turns the surround amplifier on/off. Indicator Status Turns off. The surround amplifier is turned off. B S-AIR/STANDBY indicator You can check the status of wireless transmission of surround speaker audio signals between the main unit and surround amplifier. Flashes orange.
A "/1 (on/standby) (pages 30, 45) Remote control Turns on the system or sets it to standby mode. The buttons for system operation only are described below. See “Controlling Your TV or Other Components with the Supplied Remote” (page 57) for the buttons for operation of the connected components. wh THEATER ONE-TOUCH PLAY AV 1 wg BRAVIA Sync wf STB BD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ENTER wd ws wa TV CC AUDIO SUBTITLE WIDE TONE SLEEP D.
M Playback operation buttons See “Playback” (page 35). ./> (previous/next) Skip to the previous/next chapter, track, or file. REPLAY/ADVANCE Q VOL +/– (page 45) Adjusts the volume. R FUNCTION (pages 32, 45) Selects the playback source. S RETURN Returns to the previous display. Briefly replay the current scenes for 10 seconds./Briefly fast forwards the current scenes for 15 seconds.
Getting Started Getting Started Step 1: Installing the System Positioning the speakers For the best possible surround sound, place all speakers at the same distance from the listening position (A). The distance can be between 0 to 23 feet (0.0 to 7.0 meters). If you cannot place the center speaker and surround speakers at the same distance as (A), place them within 23 feet (7.0 meters) of the listening position. Place the surround speakers to the rear of the listening position (B).
To add the optional surround back speakers For the position of the surround back speakers, refer the illustration below (C). Center speaker Subwoofer Front left speaker (L) Front right speaker (R) Surround left speaker (L) Surround right speaker (R) 30 45 C Surround back left speaker (L) (optional) 30 45 C Surround back right speaker (R) (optional) Note • To use the surround back speakers, set [Surround Back] (page 55) in [Speaker Settings] to [Yes] while performing the Easy Setup (page 30).
Getting Started Assembling the speakers For assembling the speakers, refer to “Speaker Installation Guide” (supplement). To connect speaker cords to the center speaker and subwoofer (BDVIZ1000W only) Speaker terminals are located on the rear of the speakers.
1 Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the hole on the back of each speaker. See the illustrations below. 30 mm (1 3/16 inches) 2 5 mm (7/32 inch) Getting Started 4 mm (3/16 inch) Hole on the back of the speaker 10 mm (13/32 inch) Fasten the screws to the wall.
3 Hang the speakers on the screws.
Step 2: Connecting the System Note • 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. Connecting the speakers The connector of the speaker cords and the color tube are color-coded depending on the type of speaker. Connect the speaker cords to match the color of the SPEAKERS jacks of the unit.
Getting Started Connecting the TV (Video connection) This connection sends a video signal to the TV. Depending on the jacks on your TV, select the connection method. Rear panel of the unit C Video cord (supplied) HDMI ARC OUT IN 2 IN 1 A HDMI cable (not supplied) OUT T VIDEOPR/CR ONEN PB/CB COMP Y VIDETO OU B Component video cable (not supplied) To the video input jack of the TV. To the component video input jacks of the TV. To the HDMI IN jack of the TV.
Connecting the TV (Audio connection) Rear panel of the unit L IN DIGITA TV ABLE SAT/C OPT COAX Digital optical cord (not supplied) To the digital optical out jack of the TV. With a digital audio connection, the system receives a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal and you can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound. Note • When you connect the TV and the unit with an audio cord, see “Connecting the other components” (page 24).
Getting Started Connecting the other components When another 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 pictures and sound via the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack.
When the component does not have an HDMI OUT jack TV Signal flow System : Video signal : Audio signal You can enjoy connected components via the system’s speakers. • VCR or digital satellite receiver, etc. (not supplied), which has a digital coaxial output jack: D • VCR, digital satellite receiver, PlayStation, or portable audio source, etc.
Getting Started Connecting the antenna (aerial) Rear panel of the unit NNA ANTE IAL AX 75 CO FM or FM wire antenna (aerial) (supplied) 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 unit to an outdoor FM antenna (aerial) as shown below.
Inserting the wireless transceiver Rear panel of the unit T10 EZW-R Rear panel of the surround amplifier RT10 EZW- Wireless transceiver Wireless transceiver Note • Please make sure to fully insert the wireless transceiver into the wireless transceiver slot. You should hear a click when the wireless transceiver is inserted correctly. • To avoid inserting the wireless transceiver upside-down, orient it with the Sony logo facing up.
Getting Started Step 3: Connecting to the Network Connecting the system to the Internet allows you to watch Internet video, listen to Internet audio, use BD-LIVE, and update the Home Theatre System software. LAN cable (not supplied) Wireless LAN router Wired Setup Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the unit.
WEP WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP) TKIP is a security technology developed to correct for the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP assures a higher security level than WEP. WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES) AES is a security technology that uses an advanced security method that is distinct from WEP and TKIP. AES assures a higher security level than WEP or TKIP. Step 4: Setting up the S-AIR Wireless System Before performing Step 4 Make sure all connections are secure, and then connect the AC power cords (mains leads).
Getting Started 4 Press "/1 to turn the surround amplifier on. When wireless transmission is activated, the S-AIR/STANDBY indicator turns green. S-AIR/STANDBY indicator Step 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. S-AIR/STANDBY Note "/1 If the S-AIR/STANDBY indicator does not turn green, see “Surround amplifier” (page 13).
To recall the Easy Setup Display 1 Press HOME. 2 3 L A.CA MICC2 ECM-A 4 Press C/c to select [Setup]. Press X/x to select [Easy Setup], then press . Press C/c to select [Start], then press . The Easy Setup Display appears. Calibration mic 3 4 Press [/1 on the unit, and [/1 on the surround amplifier. 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.
Getting Started Step 6: Selecting the Source You can select the playback source. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 FUNCTION 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 “D. MEDIA” t “TUNER FM” t “HDMI1” t “HDMI2” t “TV” t “SAT/CABLE” t “AUDIO” t “BD/DVD” t… Function Source “BD/DVD” Disc that is played by the system “D.
Step 7: Enjoying Surround Sound 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 X/x/c, SYSTEM MENU Selecting surround settings based on your listening preference 1 2 3 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “SUR.SETTING” appears in the front panel display, then press or c. Press X/x repeatedly until the surround setting you want appears in the front panel display. See the table below for surround sound setting descriptions. 4 Press . The setting is made. 5 Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off.
Sound from Surround setting Effect “A.F.D. 7.1CH” • 2 channel source: The system simulates surround sound from 2 channel sources and outputs sound from the 5.1 channel speakers by duplicating 2 channel source sound across each speaker. • Multi-channel source: The system creates the surround back sound virtually depending on the number of channels of the source and outputs the sound as 7.1 channel surround sound. Getting Started (AUTO FORMAT DIRECT 7.
Tip 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. Press Z, and place a disc on the disc tray. Enjoying Blu-ray 3D Playback For playable discs, see “Playable Discs” (page 76). • Delete unnecessary data in internal memory or USB memory. Select [Erase BD Data] in [Video] to delete unnecessary data. If you use USB memory as local storage, all saved data in the [BUDA/BUDB] folder is deleted.
Displaying the play information You can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY. The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and player status. Example: when playing a BD-ROM Playing from a USB Device You can play video/music/photo files on the connected USB device. For playable types of files, see “Playable Types of Files” (page 77). 1 Connect the USB device to the (USB) port on the unit. Refer to the operating instructions of the USB device before connecting.
Enjoying an iPod To operate the iPod using the remote You can enjoy the sound and charge the battery of an iPod via the system. You can operate the iPod using the buttons on the remote. The following table shows an example of buttons that can be used. The compatible iPod models are as follows. Update your iPod with the latest software before using with the system. Press Operation N, X Same operation as the N/X button of the iPod. x Pause. m or M Fast reverse or forward. .
Playing files stored on a DLNA server (DLNA Player) Playing via a Network Streaming BRAVIA Internet Video BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway delivering the selected Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to your unit. 1 You can play video/music/photo files on your home server, such as a DLNA-certified network audio system or a PC with software that enables a DLNA-certified server function, by connecting the system to your home network.
party from the party host and plays the same audio as the party host is called a “party guest.” To close a party To start a party Press x, then press HOME. For a party guest (for the party host only) Turn on the system and other Sony components compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function. Make sure that each component is connected to the network. 2 Press C/X/x/c to select the audio content in [Music] or a radio station. For selecting a radio station, see “Listening to the Radio” (page 45).
[Video] only Available Options Various settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. Items Details [3D Output Setting] Sets whether or not to output 3D video automatically. Note • 3D video from the HDMI (IN 1) or HDMI (IN 2) jack is output regardless of this setting.
[Photo] only Details [Slideshow] Starts a slideshow. [Slideshow Speed] Changes the slideshow speed. [Slideshow Effect] Sets the effect when playing a slideshow. [Slideshow BGM] • [Off]: Turns off the function. • [My Music from USB]: Sets the music files registered in [Add Slideshow BGM]. If no music file is registered, [(Not registered)] is displayed. • [Play from disc]: Sets the tracks on CD-DAs (music CDs).
Sound Adjustment Selecting the Effect to Suit the Source You can select a suitable sound mode for movies or music. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 SOUND MODE Press SOUND MODE repeatedly during playback until the desired mode appears in the front panel display. • “AUTO”: The system selects “MOVIE” or “MUSIC” automatically to produce the sound effect depending on the disc or sound stream. • “MOVIE”: The system provides the sound for movies. • “HD-D.C.S.”: For movies on Blu-ray and DVD, etc., “HD-D.C.S.
Press AUDIO repeatedly during playback to select the desired audio signal. The audio information appears on the TV screen. x BD/DVD VIDEO x DVD-VR The types of sound tracks recorded on a disc are displayed. Example: • [ Stereo] • [ Stereo (Audio1)] • [ Stereo (Audio2)] • [ Main] • [ Sub] • [ Main/Sub] (DUAL MONO) You can enjoy multiplex broadcast sound when the system receives or plays a Dolby Digital multiplex broadcast signal.
Using the Sound Effect Changing the tonal balance You can adjust the sound by changing the tonal balance of the sound. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 • “BASS”: You can adjust the bass frequencies. • “TREBLE”: You can adjust the treble frequencies. TONE C/X/x/c, 2 SYSTEM MENU Enjoying sound at low volume You can enjoy sound effects or dialog, as you would in a movie theater, even at low volume. It is useful for watching movies at night. 1 2 3 Press SYSTEM MENU.
Manual tuning Press TUNING +/– repeatedly. Tuner 3 Listening to the Radio Adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/–. If an FM program is noisy You can enjoy radio sound with the system’s speakers. "/1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Number buttons 1 2 PRESET +/– 3 4 Press SYSTEM MENU. Press X/x repeatedly until “FM MODE” appears in the front panel display. Tuner 1 If an FM program is noisy, you can select monaural reception. There will be no stereo effect, but reception will improve. 0 D.
5 Press X/x to select the preset number you want. Tip • You can select the preset number directly by pressing the number buttons. 6 Press 8 Repeat Steps 2 to 6 to store other stations. Press SYSTEM MENU. The system menu turns off. To change the preset number Select the desired preset number by pressing PRESET +/–, then perform the procedure from Step 3. Selecting the preset station 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “TUNER FM” appears in the front panel display.
To set the ID of the unit 1 External Audio Device Set the S-AIR ID switch of the unit to the desired ID. Using an S-AIR Product S-AIR ID A B C About S-AIR products Room A S-AIR ID switch You can select any ID (A, B, or C). 2 Press "/1. The system turns on. 3 Set the S-AIR sub unit to the same ID. Wireless transmission is activated as follows (example): ID A S-AIR main unit ID A External Audio Device There are two types of S-AIR product.
To enjoy a 7.1 channel system You can enjoy the more realistic surround sound effect of 7.1 channels when you use the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit (WAHT-SBP2, optional). For details, refer to the operating instructions of the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit. In this case, set [Surround Back] in [Speaker Settings] to [Yes] (page 55). 9 Adjust the volume on the S-AIR receiver.
instrument, such as a paper clip, can be used.) Identifying the unit with a specific S-AIR sub unit (Pairing operation) For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver x For the S-AIR receiver Refer to the operating instructions of the S-AIR receiver. 9 2 Place the S-AIR sub unit that you want to pair near the unit. Match the IDs of the unit and the S-AIR sub unit. • To set the ID of the unit, see “To set the ID of the unit” (page 47).
If wireless transmission is unstable For the surround amplifier For the S-AIR receiver If you use multiple wireless systems, such as wireless LAN or Bluetooth, the transmission of S-AIR signals or other wireless signals may be unstable. In this case, the transmission may be improved by changing the following [RF Change] setting. 1 Press HOME. The home menu appears on the TV screen. 2 3 4 Press C/c to select [Setup]. Press X/x to select [System Settings], then press .
Note Other Operations Using the Control for HDMI Function for “BRAVIA” Sync Preparing for the Control for HDMI function (Control for HDMI - Easy Setting) If your TV or other component is compatible with the Control for HDMI - Easy Setting function, you can set the system’s or other components’ [Control for HDMI] function automatically by setting the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV or other components.
3 4 Press X/x to select [System Settings], then press . Press X/x to select [HDMI Settings], then press . The [HDMI Settings] display appears. 5 6 Press X/x to select [Control for HDMI], then press . Press X/x to select the setting, then press . • [On]: On. • [Off]: Off.
can change the output method to the speakers of the TV via the TV menu. • When sound of the TV or other components is output from the speakers of the system, you can adjust the volume and turn off the sound of the system using the TV remote. Note • While the TV is in PAP (picture and picture) mode, the System Audio Control function will not work. • Depending on the TV, when you adjust the unit's volume, the volume level appears on the TV screen.
8 Confirm the result of [Auto Calibration]. The conclusions appear on the TV screen. Press C/c to change the page. The first page shows the distance of the speakers. The second page shows the level of the speakers. L A.CA MICC2 ECM-A Note • If measurement fails, follow the message then retry [Auto Calibration]. 9 Press X/x to select [OK] or [Cancel], then press . x The measurement is OK. Calibration mic Disconnect the calibration mic, then select [OK]. The result is implemented.
5 Press X/x to select the item, then press . x [Connection] [Center] [Yes]: Normally select this. [None]: Select this if no center speaker is used. [Surround] [Yes]: Normally select this. [None]: Select this if no surround speaker is used. [Surround Back] [Yes]: Select this if surround back speakers are used. [None]: Select this if no surround back speakers is used. [Subwoofer] [Yes] A 5 6 7 A 8 [Front Left/Right] 10 ft/3.0 m: Set the front speaker distance. [Center]* 10 ft/3.
x [Test Tone] The speakers will emit a test tone to adjust [Level]. [Off]: The test tone is not emitted from the speakers. [On]: The test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence while adjusting level. When you select one of the [Speaker Settings] items, the test tone is emitted from each speaker in sequence. Adjust the sound level as follows. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 You can set the system to turn off at a preset time, so you can fall asleep listening to music.
Controlling Your TV or Other Components with the Supplied Remote z z Color buttons (YELLOW/ BLUE/RED/ GREEN) z a TOP MENU (GUIDE) z z FAVORITES z z POP UP/MENU (LIST) z z C/X/x/c, z z RETURN z z HOME (MENU) z z OPTIONS (TOOLS) z z FUNCTION (PAGE –) z a SOUND MODE (PAGE +) z a ./> z a z a z z m/M z z H z z X z z Press the TV or STB operation mode button that matches the component you want to control.
Note • In TV or STB mode, if you press any of the buttons above, the TV or STB operation mode button lights up. (However, depending on the code setting, some buttons may not work, and the TV or STB operation mode button may not light up.) • If you press other than the buttons above when the remote is in TV or STB mode, the TV or STB operation mode button does not light up. • Depending on the TV or component, you may not be able to use some of the buttons.
• You cannot use z individually. z is used with H, X, or x. When learning, press H, X, or x while pressing z. 9 Point the remotes at each other. 10 Press the button on the other remote that you want to program to the supplied remote. Note • If you do not press a button for more than 10 seconds after Step 8, the supplied remote status returns to its status after Step 7. Re-perform from Step 8. Note • When you clear the programmed remote code, the button’s operation returns to the default setting.
Icon Explanation [Screen Settings] (page 61) Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display Makes the screen settings according to the type of connecting jacks. [Audio Settings] (page 62) You can make various adjustments of items such as picture and sound. Select (Setup) on the home menu when you need to change the settings of the system. The default settings are underlined.
[Network Update] You can update and improve the functions of the system. For information about update functions, refer to the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayhtsupport During a software update, “UPDATING” appears in the front panel display and video signals via HDMI may not be displayed. After the update completes, the main unit automatically turns off. Please wait for the software update to complete; do not turn the main unit on or off, or operate the main unit or TV.
x [YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)] [Auto]: Automatically detects the type of external device, and switches to the matching color setting. [YCbCr (4:2:2)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video signals. [YCbCr (4:4:4)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video signals. [RGB]: Select this when connecting to a device with an HDCP-compliant DVI jack. x [HDMI Deep Color Output] [Auto]: Normally select this. [12bit], [10bit]: Outputs 12bit/10bit video signals when the connected TV is compatible with Deep Color.
x [Speaker Settings] x [BD Internet Connection] To obtain the best possible surround sound, set the speakers. For details, see “Setting the Speakers” (page 54). [Allow]: Normally select this. [Do not allow]: Prohibits Internet connection. x [BD Data Jack Selection] x [Auto Calibration] You can calibrate the appropriate settings automatically. For details, see “Calibrating the Appropriate Settings Automatically” (page 53). [BD/DVD Viewing Settings] You can make detailed settings for BD/DVD playback.
x [Internet Video Parental Control] Playback of some Internet videos can be limited according to the age of the users. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with different scenes. Follow the on-screen instructions and enter your four-digit password. [Mode]: You can enjoy the system’s sound in another room. [Standby]: You can enjoy the S-AIR receiver while the unit is in standby mode. x [Dimmer] [Bright]: Bright lighting. [Dark]: Low lighting.
When the registration is disabled x [Quick Start Mode] [On]: Shortens the startup time from standby mode. You can operate the system quickly after turning it on. [Off]: The default setting. x [Auto Standby] [On]: Turns on the [Auto Standby] function. When you do not operate the system for about 30 minutes, the system enters standby mode automatically. [Off]: Turns off the function. [Registration Code]: The registration code is displayed. [Deregistration Code]: The deregistration code is displayed.
x [Connection Server Settings] Sets whether or not to display the connected DLNA server. [Resetting] x [Reset to Factory Default Settings] x [Renderer Options] [Auto Access Permission]: Sets whether or not to allow automatic access from 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 the 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 S-AIR function, have a Sony dealer check the entire system together (S-AIR main unit and sub unit).
Symptom Problems and solutions No picture appears when the • Press and hold N and VOLUME – on the unit for more than 5 seconds to reset video output resolution selected the video output resolution to the lowest resolution. in [Output Video Format] is incorrect. Video signals are only output from the HDMI (OUT) jack when connecting the HDMI (OUT) jack and other video output jacks at the same time. • Set [Output Video Format] in [Screen Settings] to [Component Video] (page 61).
Symptom Problems and solutions There is no sound from the subwoofer. • Check the speaker connections and settings (pages 21, 54). There is no digital sound from • Set [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] of [System Settings] to [On] the HDMI (OUT) jack when (page 64). Also, set [Audio Return Channel] in [HDMI Settings] of [System using the Audio Return Channel Settings] to [Auto] (page 64). function. • Make sure that your TV is compatible with the Audio Return Channel function.
Symptom Problems and solutions There is no sound from the surround speakers or surround back speakers. Check the status of the S-AIR/STANDBY indicator on the surround amplifier. • Turns off. – Check that the AC power cord (mains lead) of the surround amplifier is connected securely. – Turn the surround amplifier on by pressing "/1 on the surround amplifier. • Flashes orange. – Check that the wireless transceiver is inserted into the surround amplifier correctly (page 27). • Flashes green quickly.
Symptom Problems and solutions File names are not displayed correctly. • The system can only display ISO 8859-1-compliant character formats. Other character formats may be displayed differently. • Depending on the writing software used, the input characters may be displayed differently. A disc does not start playing from the beginning. • Resume play has been selected. Press OPTIONS and select [Play from beginning], then press . • The title or BD/DVD menu automatically appears on the TV screen.
Symptom Problems and solutions Bonus contents or other data that • Try the following: 1 Remove the disc. 2 Turn the system off. 3 Remove and are contained in a BD-ROM reconnect the USB device (page 36). 4 Turn the system on. 5 Insert the BDcannot be played. ROM with BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE. The unit does not work and • Set the child lock function to off (page 56). “CHILD LOCK” appears in the front panel display when you press any button on the unit. The system menu does not work. • Press HOME on the remote.
Symptom Problems and solutions The picture is small. • Press X to zoom in. Network connection Symptom Problems and solutions The system cannot connect to the • Check the network connection (page 28) and the network settings (page 65). network. You cannot connect your PC to the Internet after [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)] is performed. • The wireless settings of the router may change automatically if you use the WiFi Protected Setup function before adjusting the settings of the router.
Playable Discs Blu-ray Disc1) BD-ROM BD-R2)/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 the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not be playable depending on the disc type and the 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.
6) Playable Types of Files Video7) The system plays SD resolution only via the DLNA function. 7)The system does not play these files via the DLNA renderer function. Note File format Extensions MPEG-1 Video/PS1)5) MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS1)6) “.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” DivX2) “.avi,” “.divx” MPEG4/AVC1)5) “.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” WMV91)5) “.wmv,” “.asf” AVCHD5) 3) Music Extensions MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) “.mp3” AAC1)4)5) “.m4a” WMA9 Standard1)4) “.wma” LPCM “.
Supported Audio Formats Audio formats supported by this system are as follows. Format LPCM 2ch Function LPCM 5.1ch, LPCM 7.1ch Dolby Digital Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus DTS DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, DTS96/24 DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-HD Master Audio “BD/DVD” a a a a a a a a “HDMI (IN 1)” “HDMI (IN 2)” a a a – a – – – “SAT/CABLE” “TV” (DIGITAL IN) a – a – a – – – a: Supported format. –: Unsupported format.
1920 × 1080i@50 Hz 1920 × 1080p@50 Hz 1920 × 1080p@24 Hz Specifications BD/DVD/Super Audio CD/CD System Amplifier Section Signal format system USB Section (USB) port: Maximum current: LAN (100) terminal System PLL quartz-locked digital synthesizer FM tuner section Tuning range 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step) Antenna (aerial) FM wire antenna (aerial) Antenna (aerial) terminals 75 ohms, unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.
Surround (SS-TSB101) for BDV-HZ970W Subwoofer (SS-WSB102) for BDV-HZ970W Speaker system Speaker unit Speaker system Speaker unit Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Rated impedance Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) Full range Bass reflex 55 mm × 80 mm (2 1/4 in × 3 1/4 in) cone type 3 ohms 75 mm × 225 mm × 71 mm (3 in × 8 7/8 in × 2 7/8 in) (w/h/d) 0.
Standby power consumption 0.9 W (standby mode) 0.13 W (turned off) Dimensions (approx.) 206 mm × 60 mm × 256 mm (8 1/8 in × 2 3/8 in × 10 1/8 in) (w/h/d) with the wireless transceiver inserted Mass (approx.) 1.3 kg (2 lb 14 oz) Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10/EZWRT10A) Communication system Frequency band Modulation method Power requirements Dimensions (approx.) Mass (approx.) S-AIR Specification version 1.0 2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz DSSS DC 3.
Language Code List The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
BD-ROM Glossary AVCHD * A high definition specification that utilizes 1080 effective scanning lines and the interlace format. ** A high definition specification that utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive format. BD-J application The BD-ROM format supports Java for interactive functions. “BD-J” offers content providers almost unlimited functionality when creating interactive BD-ROM titles.
Dolby Pro Logic II DTS-HD High Resolution Audio Dolby Pro Logic II creates five full-bandwidth output channels from 2 channel sources. This is done using an advanced, high-purity matrix surround decoder that extracts the spatial properties of the original recording without adding any new sounds or tonal colorations. Developed as an extension to DTS Digital Surround format. It supports a maximum sampling frequency of 96 kHz, and 7.1 multichannel surround.
Parental Control A function of the BD/DVD to limit playback of the disc by the age of the users according to the limitation level in each country. The limitation varies from disc to disc; when it is activated, playback is completely prohibited, violent scenes are skipped or replaced with other scenes and so on. PhotoTV HD “PhotoTV HD” allows for highly-detailed pictures, and photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors.
Index Numerics 24p True Cinema 85 3D 35 3D Output Setting 61 A A/V SYNC 41 ARC 23 Attenuate - AUDIO 62 Audio 63 Audio DRC 62 Audio Output 62 Audio Return Channel 23, 64 Audio Settings 62 Auto Calibration 53, 63 Auto Display 65 Auto Standby 65 AVCHD 83 B BD Audio MIX Setting 62 BD Data Jack Selection 63 BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer 63 BD Internet Connection 63 BD Parental Control 63 BD Remote Device Registration 66 BD/DVD Menu 63 BD/DVD Viewing Settings 63 BD/DVD-ROM 1080/24p Output 61 BD-LIVE 35 BD-R 83
Screen Saver 65 Screen Settings 61 SLEEP 56 Slideshow 41 Sound Effect 62 Speaker Settings 54, 63 Connection 55 Distance 55 Level 55 Subtitle 63 Super Audio CD Playback Channel 64 Super Audio CD Playback Layer 64 Surround amplifier 13, 47 System Information 65 SYSTEM MENU 33, 41, 44 T Test Tone 56 TV Screen Size Setting for 3D 61 TV Type 61 U Update 60, 61 USB 36 W WEP 29 WPA2-PSK (AES) 29 WPA2-PSK (TKIP) 29 WPA-PSK (AES) 29 WPA-PSK (TKIP) 29 87US
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