What is Essentials?

Essentials is where you can register and manage your Sony® streaming home entertainment products. There is a full range of Sony products that give you instant access to Web content including select BRAVIA® TVs, Blu-ray Disc® players, home audio systems, and network media players.

To enjoy premium content such as Pandora® Internet Radio, Netflix® videos, and Amazon® Instant Video services, you will first need to register your new device at the Essentials Web site. After the registration, you can link your Sony product to these premium services through the Essentials Web site.