The Control for HDMI function does not work.

  • Check the HDMI connection with the receiver (refer to the supplied Startup Guide).
  • Enable the Control for HDMI function on the TV. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the TV.
  • Wait for a while, and then try again. If you unplug the receiver, it will take a while before the operation is completed. Wait for 15 seconds or longer, and then try again.
  • Check the Control for HDMI settings on the connected device. Refer to the operating instructions of the connected device.
  • If you unplug the HDMI cable or change the connection, repeat the procedures of “Preparing for “BRAVIA” Sync.”
  • Make sure your TV is connected to the HDMI OUT A jack of the receiver.
  • Make sure the HDMI OUTPUT setting is set to [HDMI A] or [HDMI A+B].
  • When [Control for HDMI] is set to [Off], “BRAVIA” Sync does not work properly, even if the device is connected to the HDMI IN jack.
  • Make sure the connected device supports the Control for HDMI function.
  • Enable the Control for HDMI function on the connected device. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the connected device.
  • The types and number of devices that can be controlled by the “BRAVIA” Sync feature are restricted by the HDMI CEC standard as follows:
    • Recording devices (Blu-ray Disc recorders, DVD recorders, etc.): up to 3 devices
    • Playback devices (Blu-ray Disc Player, DVD players, etc.): up to 3 devices
    • Tuner-related devices: up to 4 devices (the receiver uses one of them for its GUI operations.)
    • Audio system (receivers): up to 1 device (used by this receiver)
  • Set [Control for HDMI] to [On] in the [HDMI Setup] menu.