Sony BDV-E985W/E980W/E780W Quick Setup Guide

About this manual

The guide provides step‑by‑step instructions for connecting the speaker system, HDMI cables (recommended), and optional video cords. It also covers connecting a TV, set‑top box, and powering the main unit and surround amplifier.

After the hardware connections, the user performs the on‑screen "Easy Setup" to configure basic settings, insert remote batteries, and insert wireless transceivers. When the on‑screen message "Easy Setup is now complete" appears, the system is ready for use.

What's inside

• Quick Setup Guide
• 2-A Connect with HDMI cables (recommended)
• 2-B Connect with video cords
• 3 Perform "Easy Setup"
• Connecting your TV
• Connecting your set‑top box
• Insert batteries into the remote
• Insert wireless transceivers

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

How do I connect the speakers?

Connect the speaker cords so the cord’s color matches the color of the label on the rear of the speaker.

What should I do if I don’t use a set‑top box?

Skip to “3 Perform ‘Easy Setup’” and continue with the on‑screen instructions.

How do I start the Easy Setup process?

Press the FUNCTION button repeatedly to select “HDMI 1”, then follow the on‑screen instructions.

What indicates that Easy Setup is complete?

The on‑screen message “Easy Setup is now complete.” appears.