Sony BDV-T20W User manual

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BD/DVD Home Theatre System
Operating Instructions
BDV-T20W /E500W
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The following FCC statement applies only to the
version
of this model manufactured for sale in the
USA. Other versions may not comply with FCC
technical regulations.
This symbol
is intended to alert the user to
the presence
of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that
may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute
arisk
of electric shock to persons.
This symbol
is intended to alert the user to
the presence
of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear
exterior
of thecontrol unit. Record the serial number in
the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. BDV-T20WIBDV-E500W
ATTENTION
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
For the customers in the U.S.A.
On power sources
•The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long
as
it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit
itself has been turned off.
•As the main plug
is used to disconnect the unit from
the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC
outlet. Should you notice
an abnormality in the unit,
disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet
immediately.
Precautions
CAUTION
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The use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used
in this BD/
DVD Home Theatre System is harmful to eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
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WARNING
This label is located on the laser protective housing
inside the enclosure.
Do not install the appliance in aconfined space, such
as abookcase
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.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this apparatus
to dripping or splashing, and do
not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
Do not expose batteries
or apparatus with battery-
installed to excessive heat such
as sunshine, fire or the
like.
To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely
attached to the floor/wall
in accordance with the
installation instructions.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
Indoor use only.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to
rain or moisture.
About the surround amplifier
•The nameplate is located on the side exterior.
•For the customers
in the U.S.A,: Date of Manufacture
Marking
is located on the bottom exterior.
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CLASS 1LASER PRODUCT
LUOKAN 1LASERLAITE
KLASS 1LASERAPPARAT
This appliance is
classified as aCLASS 1
LASER product. This
marking is locatedon the
rear exterior.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for aClass Bdigital device, pursuant to
Part
15 of the FCC Rules, These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference
in aresidential 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. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a

when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
Notice for the customers in
Canada
For the wireless transceiver
(EZW·RT1 G/EZW·RT1GA)
This Class Bdigital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-Om.
ENERGY STAR® is aU.S.
registered mark.
As an ENERGY STAR® partner,
Sony Corporation has determined
that this product meets the ENERGY
STAR® guidelines for energy
efficiency.
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This device complies with RSS-Gen of IC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(I) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of this
device.
This equipmentcomplies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets
the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
Supplement Cto OET65.
This equipment should be installed and operated with
at least 20cm and more between the radiator and
person's body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists,
feet and ankles).
For the wireless transceiver
(EZW.RT1 G/EZW·RT1GA)
This equipment must not be co-located or operated in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Important Safety Instructions
I) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) 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.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarizedor
grounding-type plug. Apolarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. Agrounding
type plug has two blades and athird grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
II) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When acart is used, use caution
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (aerial).
-Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radiorrV
technician for help.

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This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure
limits set forth for uncontrolled equipment and meets
RSS-102
of the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure
rules.
This equipment should be installed and operated with
at least 20cm and more between the radiator and
persons body (excluding extremities: hands, wrists,
feet and ankles).
Copyrights and Trademarks
•This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that
is protected by U.S. patents and other
intellectual property rights.
Use
of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision, and
is intended for home
and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise
authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly
is prohibited.
•This system incorporates with Dolby* Digital and
Dolby Pro Logic (II) adaptive matrix surround
decoder and the DTS** Digital Surround System.
*Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic", and the double-D
symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
** Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
#'s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195;
7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 &other U.S.
and worldwide patents issued &pending.
DTS
is aregistered trademark and the DTS
logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master
Audio IEssential are trademarks
of DTS, Inc.
©1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
•This system incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface
(HDMITM) technology.
HDMI, the
HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks
of HDMI Licensing LLC.
•Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are
trademarks or registered trademarks
of Sun
Microsystems, Inc.
•"BD-Live" and "BonusView" are trademarks
ofBlu-
ray Disc Association.
•"Blu-ray Disc"
is atrademark.
•"Blu-ray Disc," "DVD+RW," "DVD-RW,"
"DVD+R," "DVD-R," "DVD VIDEO," and "CD"
logos are trademarks.
•"BRAVIA"
is atrademark of Sony Corporation.
•"AVCHD" and the "AVCHD" logo are trademarks of
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony
Corporation.
•"S-A1R" and its logo are trademarks
of Sony
Corporation.
•
'~", "XMB," and "xross media bar" are trademarks of
Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment
Inc.
•"PLAYSTA
nON" is atrademark of Sony Computer
Entertainment Inc.
•"x.v.Color" and "x.v.Color" logo are trademarks
of
Sony Corporation.
•"PhotoTV HD" and the "PhotoTV HD" logo are
trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
•Other system and product names are generally
trademarks or registered trademarks
of the
manufacturers. ™and ®marks are not indicated
in
this document.

About These Operating
Instructions
•The instructions in these Operating
Instructions describe the controls on the
remote. You can also use the controls on the
unit
if they have the same or similar names as
those on the remote.
•Icons, such as
_f' EM, listed at the top of each
explanation indicate what kind
of disc can be
used with the function being explained.
For details, see "Playable Discs" (page 101).
•
In this manual, "disc" is used as ageneral
reference for the BDs, DVDs,
or CDs unless
otherwise specified by the text
or illustrations.
•The instructions in this manual are for BDV-
T20W and BDV-E500W. BDV-T20W
is the
model used for illustration purposes. Any
difference
in operation is clearly indicated in
the text, for example, "BDV-T20W."
•The Control Menu items may vary depending
on the area.
•The default setting is underlined.
About the S·AIR function
The system is compatible with the S-AIR
function, which allows transmission
of sound
between S-AIR products wirelessly.
The following S-AIR products can be used with
the system:
•Surround amplifier (supplied): You can enjoy
surround speaker sound wirelessly.
•Surround back amplifier (optional): You can
enjoy surround back speaker sound wirelessly.
•S-AIR receiver (optional): You can enjoy
system sound in another room.
The S-AIRproducts can be purchased as options
(the S-AIR product lineup differs depending on
the area).
Notes or instructions for the surround amplifier,
surround back amplifier,
or S-AIR receiver in
these Operating Instructions refer only to when
the surround amplifier, surround back amplifier,
or S-AIR receiver is used.
Fordetails on the S-AIR function, see "Using an
S-AIR Product" (page 61).
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Table of Contents
About These Operating Instructions 5
About the S-AIR function 5
Unpacking 7
Index to Parts and Control
10
Getting Started
Step 1: Installing the System 16
Step
2: Connecting the System 22
Step 3: Setting up the Wireless
System 32
Step 4: Performing the Easy
Setup 34
Step 5: Selecting the Source 37
Step 6: Enjoying Surround
Sound 38
Playback
Playing aBDIDVD .41
Enjoying BonusView/BD-Live .48
Playing aCO 49
Playing Photo Files 50
Sound Adjustment
Selecting the Effect to Suit
the Source 52
Selecting the Audio Format, Multilingual
Tracks,
or ChanneL 53
Enjoying Multiplex Broadcast
Sound 54
Using the Sound Effect 54
Tuner
Listening to the Radio 56
External Audio Device
Using the DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
Adapter 60
Using an S-AIR Product
61
Other Operations
Using the Control for HOMIFunction for
"BRAVIA" Sync 67
Calibrating the Appropriate Settings
Automatically 70
Setting the Speakers
71
Controlling Your TV with the Supplied
Remote 73
Using the Sleep Timer 75
Changing the Brightness
of the Front
Panel Display 75
Deactivating the Buttons on the Unit 76
About the demonstration 76
Saving Power in Standby Mode 77
Settings and Adjustments
Using the Setup Display 78
[Network Update] 79
[Video Settings] 80
[Audio Settings] 82
[BDIDVD Viewing Settings] 84
[Photo Settings] 86
[HDMI Settings] 86
[System Settings] 87
[Network Settings] 88
[Easy Setup] 89
[Resetting] 90
Additional Information
Precautions 91
Notes about the Discs 92
Troubleshooting 93
Self-diagnosis Function 100
Playable Discs
10 1
Supported Audio Formats 103
Video Output Resolution 104
Specifications
105
Language Code List.. 108
Terms and Conditions
of Use and End
User License Agreement.............. 109
Software License Information
III
Glossary 120
Index
123

Unpacking
BDV·T20W
•Front speakers (2)
•Surround speakers (2)
•Center speaker
(I)
•Subwoofer (I)
•AM loop antenna (aerial)
(I)
•FM wire antenna (aerial) (l)
~~
or
•Speaker cords (5, white/red/
blue/gray/green)
IIIII
•Video cord (I)
•Remote commander
(remote)
(I)
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•R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
•Calibration mic
(I)
•Foot pads (l set)
•Posts (2)
()
()
•Bases (2)
•Mounting plates (2)
•Post covers (2)
•Screws (large, with washer) (4)
•Screws (small) (6)
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•Surround amplifier (I)
•Speaker cord cover (I)
•Speaker cord hoIder (I)
•Wireless transceivers (2)
•Operating Instructions
•Speaker Installation Guide
•Quick Setup Guide
•
To stabilize S-AIR reception
•Setup Disc (DVD)
•DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT
adapter (TDM-iP20) (I)
•Operating Instructions for
the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter (TDM-iP20)

BDV·ESOOW
•Wireless transceivers (2)
•Speaker cord holder
(I)
•Speaker cord cover (I)
A
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•Operating Instructions
•Speaker Installation Guide
•Quick Setup Guide
•To stabilize S-AIR reception
•Setup Disc (DVD)
•DIGITAL MEDIA PORT
adapter (TDM-iP20) (1)
•Operating Instructions for
the DIGITAL MEDIA
PORT adapter (TDM-iP20)
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•Video cord (l)
•FM wire antenna (aerial) (I) •Surround amplifier (l)
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or
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•Speaker cords (4, blue/gray/
green/purple)
•Remote commander
(remote)
(l)
•R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
o
•Calibration mic (I)
•Foot pads (l set)
•Bases (2)
•Screws (with washer) (6)
•Front speakers (2)
•Surround speakers (2)
•Center speaker
(I)
•Subwoofer (I)
•AM loop antenna (aerial) (l)
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Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (supplied) by matching the (±) and eends on the batteries to the
markings inside the compartment.
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•Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.
•Do not use anew battery with an old one.
•Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage
from battery leakage and corrosion.
Attach the foot pads (supplied) to the bottom of the subwoofer to stabilize the subwoofer and prevent
it from slipping.
Remove the foot pads from
the protective cover.
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NIGHT (page 55) cm2J
Activates the night mode function.
DYNAMIC BASS (page 54) cm2J
Reinforces bass frequencies.
TV (page 73) C!YJ
Changes to the TV operation mode for the
remote.
~ Number buttons (pages 41, 57, 73)
cm2J em
Enters the title/chapter numbers, radio
frequencies, etc.
CLEAR (pages 45, 58) cm2J
Clears the entry field.
TIME (page 46) cm2J
Displays the elapsed/remaining playback
time in the front panel display.
•(page 73) CD[)
Inputs"." (dot) when inputting numerics.
ENTER (page 73) em
Enters the selected item.
@] AUDIO (pages 53, 54) cm2J
Selects the audio format/track.
SUBTITLE (page 43) cm2J
Selects the subtitle language when multi-
lingual subtitles are recorded on aBD-
ROMlDVD VIDEO.
D.TUNING (page 58) cm2J
Selects the radio frequencies.
[I] TH EATER (page 68) C!YJ
Switches to the optimum video mode for
watching movies automatically.
ONE-TOUCH PLAY (pages 41,68)
cm2J
By only pressing the button, the TV turns
on, the
TV is set for BDIDVD input
selector, andthe systemstarts playingadisc
automatically.
TV 11(9 (on/standby) (page 73) C!YJ
Turns on the TV or sets it to standby mode.
11(9 (on/standby) (pages 31, 34, 41, 56)
cm2J
Turns on the system or sets it to standby
mode.
[gJ S-AIR MODE (page 62) cm2J
Selects playback mode for the S-AIR
receiver.
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Number 5, FAVORITES/AUDIO, CH +, and
~ buttons have atactile dot. Use the tactile dot
as areference when operating the remote.
•cm2J: For system operations
•C!YJ: For TV operations
(For details, see "Controlling Your TV with
the Supplied Remote" (page 73).)
For more information, refer to the pages
indicated in parentheses.
Index to Parts and
Control
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ANGLE (page 43) ~ TOOLS (page 73) r::ITI
Switches to other viewing angles when Displays the operation menu for the current
multi-angles are recorded on aBD-ROMI display.
DVDVIDEO.
[l]
FUNCTION (pages 37, 41, 49, 50, 56, 60)
SYSTEM MENU (pages 38, 47, 54, 58,
~
61,75,75) ~
Selects the playback source.
Enters the system menu. SOUND MODE (page 52)
~
FAVORITES (page 73) r::ITI Selects the sound mode.
Displays the favorite channel list.
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Playback operation buttons ~
CC (page 73) r::ITI See "Playback" (page 41).
Displays closed captioning (when
~ ~ (previous/next)
available).
..-/- ... REPLAY/ADVANCE
WIDE (page 73)
CIYJ
~~ (fast reverse/fast forward)
Changes the aspect ratio of the connected
TV.
~ (play)
~
Color buttons (RED/GREEN/BLUE!
.. (pause)
YELLOW) (page 88)
~
•(stop)
Short cut keys for selecting items on some Radio operation buttons
~
BD's menus (can also be used for BD's
Java interactive operations). See "Tuner" (page 56).
lID
TOP MENU (page 44) ~
PRESET +/-
Opens or closes the BD's or DVD's Top TUNING
+/-
Menu.
[ID
MUTING (pages 41,49, 73) ~
CJ DISPLAY (page 46) ~
r::ITI
Displays the playback information on the Turns offthe sound temporarily.
TV screen. VOLUME
+/- (pages 41, 73) ~
POP UP/MENU (page 44) ~
CIYJ
Opens or closes the BD-ROM's Pop-up Adjusts the volume.
Menu, or the
DVD's menu. CH
+/- (page 73) CIYJ
OPTIONS (pages 41, 49, 50, 56) ~
Selects the channels up and down.
Displays the options menu on the TV
TV INPUT (page 73) r::ITI
screen. Switches the
TV's input source between the
HOME (pages 34,41,49,50,56,70,78)
TV and other input sources.
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DISPLAY(page 56) ~
Enters or exits the system's home menu. Changes the radio information in the front
RETURN (pages 73, 88) ~ CIYJ
panel display between radio frequency and
Returns to the previous display. station name.
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[1Q]
SCENE SEARCH (page 45) ~
Moves the highlight to adisplayed item. Switches
to Scene Search mode that lets
CD (ENTER)~ C1YJ
you move quickly between scenes within
Enters the selected item. the title currently being played back.
GUIDE (page 73) C1YJ
Displays the Digital Electronic Programme
Guide (EPG).
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II] lie!) (on/standby) (page 41)
Turns on the unit, or sets to standby mode.
[g] Play operation buttons (page 41)
~ (play)
Starts or re-starts playback.
Plays aslideshow when a disc containing
JPEG image files is inserted.
•(stop)
Stops playback and remembers the stop
point (resume point).
The resume point for atitle/track is the last
point you played or the last photo for a
photo folder.
FUNCTION
Selects the playback source.
VOLUME +/-
Adjusts the system's volume.
~ (open/close)
Opens or closes the disc tray.
~ S-AIR indicator
Lights up when the S-AIR transceiver is
inserted in the unit and the system transmits
sound.
[A] VIRTUAL 7.1CH indicator (page 38)
Lights up while virtual 7.1ch decoding is
activated.
[§] Power indicator
Lights up while the system is turned on.
[§] Front panel display
[l] Disc tray (page 41)
lID II (remote sensor)

About the indications in the front panel display
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Current surround format [1]
Lights up when outputting 1920 x
[1] Lights
up when astation is received. 1080p/24 Hz video signals.
(Radio only) (page 56)
[ID
Lights up when the night mode is on.
[ID
Lights up when stereo sound is
(page 55)
received. (Radio only) (page 56)
lID
Lights up when the DYNAMIC BASS
[!]
Lights up when theexternal memory is
function is on. (page 54)
recognized. (page 29) ~Displays system's status
such as
[§] Lights
up when the HDMI OUT jack is
chapter, title, or track number, time
correctly connected
to an HDCP (High- information, radio frequency, playing
bandwidth Digital Content Protection)- status, decoding mode, etc.
compliant device
with HDMI or DVI
[j]
Lights up when the system is
(Digital Visual Interface) input. accessing the network.
[ID
Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/
[j1]
Displays system's playing status.
1080p video signals from the
HDMI
~
Flashes when the sleep timer is set.
OUT
jack or 720p/1080i video signals (page 75)
from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
jacks.
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1
16
15
[I]
LAN (100) terminal (page 30)
[1Q]
S-AIR 10 switch (pages 32, 61)
~
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page
[j]
EXT slot (page 29)
24)
~
TV (DIGITAL IN OPTICAL) jack (page
~
VIDEO OUT jack (page 24) 25)
@J
EZW-RT10 slot (page 28) ~SAT/CABLE (DIGITAL
IN COAXIAL)
~
AM terminal (page 27)
jack (page 26)
[§] COAXIAL 75.0
FM jack (page 27)
M1
DMPORT (DIGITAL MEDIA PORT) jack
III A.CAL MIC
jack (pages 34, 70) (page 26)
~
HDMI OUT jack (page 24)
rID
AUDIO (AUDIO IN LIR) jacks (page 26)
[§]
SPEAKER jacks (page 22)
[ID
TV (AUDIO IN LIR) jacks (page 25)

Front pane.
Rear pane.
12
POWER
POwERION LINE
PHONES
3
8
[I] PHONES jack (page 32)
III POWER (ON/OFF) (pages 32, 61)
~ POWER ION LINE indicator (pages 32,
61)
[j] PAIRING indicator (page 64)
[§] PAIRING (page 64)
[§] Wireless transceiver (EZW-RT10) slot
(page 28)
[l] S-AIR ID switch (pages 32,61)
lID SPEAKER L jack (page 22)
lID SPEAKER R jack (page 22)
IIQ] SURROUND SELECTOR switch (pages
32,61)
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Surround left speaker (L)
Getting Started
Subwoofer Center speaker
Front leftspeaker
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•Use caution when placing the speakers and/or speakerstands attached to the speakers on aspecially treated (waxed,
oiled, polished, etc.) floor, as staining
or discoloration may result.
•
Do not lean or hang on aspeaker, as it may fall down.
Forthe best possible surround sound, place all speakers atthe same distance from the listening position
(0). The distance can be between 0to 23 feet (0.0 to 7.0 meters).
If you cannot place the center speaker and surround speakers at the same distance as (0), place them
within 23 feet (7.0 meters)
of the listening position.
Place the surround speakers to the rear
of the listening position (0).
The subwoofer can be placed anywhere in the room.
Step 1: Installing the System

To add the optional surround back speakers
You can enjoy 7.1 surround sound by purchasing the Wireless Surround Speaker Kit (WAHT-SBP1,
optional). The optional product lineup differs depending on the area.
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Surround right
speaker
(R)
Center speaker
Subwoofer
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Surround back left speaker (L)
(optional)
For the position of the surround back speakers, refer the illustration below (0).

Before installing the front speakers of BDV-E500W on awall, you need to disassemble the speakers.
You can install the upper part of aspeaker on awall.
Rear of the speaker
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Rear of the speaker
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Screw
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2Remove the screw (pre-installed) at the rear of the speaker.
This screw is used when reassembling the speaker. Be sure not to lose the screw.
Caution
•Contact ascrew shop or installer regarding the wall material or screws to be used.
•Use screws that are suitable for the wall material and strength. As aplaster board wall is especially fragile, attach
the screws securely to abeam and fasten them to the wall. Install the speakers on avertical and flat wall where
reinforcement is applied.
•Sony is not responsible for accidents
or damage caused by improper installation, insufficient wall strength or
improper screw installation, natural calamity, etc.
To disassemble the speaker
(Front speakers of BDV-E500Wonly)
1Disconnect the speaker cords from the speaker.

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Speaker cord
Rear of the speaker
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Lower part of the speaker
Lower part
Upper part
4Pull out the speaker cord from the bottom of the lower part of the speaker.
The removed speaker cord is used when installing the speaker on awall.
3Disassemble the speaker by lifting the upper part of the speaker.

Speaker cord
iScrew
Hole on the back of
the speaker
1=i
5mm
o (/32 inch)
~10mm
e%2 inch)
Lower part of
the speaker
Color tube
Front left speaker (L): White
Front right speaker (R): Red
Center speaker: Green
Surround left speaker (L): Blue
Surround right speaker (R): Gray
Upper part of
the speaker
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30 mm (1 3/
16
inches)
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To install the speakers on a wall
Before installing the speakers on awall, connect the speaker cord to the speaker.
Be sure to match the speaker cords to the appropriate terminals on the speakers: the speaker cord with
the color tube to
(~, and the speaker cord without the color tube to e.
Fully-disassembled illustration
1Prepare screws (not supplied) that are suitable for the holeon the back of each speaker.
See the illustrations below.