4-151-461-12(1)
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Operating Instructions
Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD Player BDP-N460 4-151-461-12(1)
Printed in Malaysia © 2009 Sony Corporation Precautions Owner’s Record • To prevent fire or shock hazard, The model and serial numbers are WARNING do not place objects filled with located at the rear of the unit. liquids, such as vases, on the Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to To reduce the risk of fire or electric apparatus. • Install this unit so that the AC them whenever you call upon your shock, do not expose this apparatus Sony dealer regarding this product. to rain or moisture. power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of Model No. BDP-N460 To avoid electrical shock, do not Serial No.______open the cabinet. Refer servicing to trouble. qualified personnel only. For customers in the USA FCC WARNING If this product is not working Batteries or batteries installed You are cautioned that any properly, please call 1-866-909- apparatus shall not be exposed to changes or modifications not 7669. excessive heat such as sunshine, expressly approved in this manual fire or the like. could void your authority to Notes About the Discs operate this equipment. CAUTION • To keep the disc clean, handle The use of optical instruments with The shielded Interface cable (LAN the disc by its edge. Do not this product will increase eye cable) must be used with the touch the surface. hazard. As the laser beam used in equipment in order to comply with Dust, fingerprints, or scratches this Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is the limits for a digital device on the disc may cause it to harmful to eyes, do not attempt to pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of malfunction. disassemble the cabinet. FCC Rules. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. b 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 • Do not expose the disc to This label is located on the laser and, if not installed and used in protective housing inside the accordance with the instructions, direct sunlight or heat sources enclosure. may cause harmful interference to such as hot air ducts, or leave it radio communications. However, in a car parked in direct there is no guarantee that sunlight as the temperature interference will not occur in a may rise considerably inside particular installation. If this the car. equipment does cause harmful • After playing, store the disc in interference to radio or television its case. reception, which can be determined by turning the • Clean the disc with a cleaning equipment off and on, the user is cloth. Wipe the disc from the This symbol is encouraged to try to correct the center out. intended to alert the interference by one or more of the user to the presence following measures: of uninsulated – Reorient or relocate the “dangerous voltage” receiving antenna. within the product’s enclosure that – Increase the separation between may be of sufficient magnitude to the equipment and receiver. constitute a risk of electric shock to – Connect the equipment into an persons. outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is • Do not use solvents such as This symbol is connected. benzine, thinner, intended to alert the – Consult the dealer or an commercially available disc/ user to the presence experienced radio/TV technician lens cleaners, or anti-static of important for help. spray intended for vinyl LPs. operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 2 • If you have printed the disc’s • Keep the player and the discs label, dry the label before away from equipment with playing. Precautions strong magnets, such as • Do not use the following discs. microwave ovens, or large – A lens cleaning disc. On safety loudspeakers. – A disc that has a non- • To prevent fire or shock • Do not place heavy or unstable standard shape (e.g., card, hazard, do not place objects objects on the player. heart). filled with liquids, such as • Do not place any objects other – A disc with a label or sticker vases, on the player, or place than discs on the disc tray. on it. the player near water, such as Doing so may cause damage to – A disc that has cellophane near a bathtub or shower room. the player or the object. tape or sticker adhesive on it. Should any solid object or • Take out any discs when you • Do not resurface the playing liquid fall into the cabinet, move the player. If you don’t, side of a disc to remove unplug the player and have it the disc may be damaged. surface scratches. checked by qualified • Disconnect the AC power cord personnel before operating it and all other cables from the any further. player when you move the • Do not touch the AC power player. cord with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock. On power sources • This unit operates on 120 V On placement AC, 60 Hz. Check that the • Place the player in a location unit’s operating voltage is with adequate ventilation to identical with your local prevent heat build-up in the power supply. player. • The player is not disconnected • Do not place the player on a from the AC power source as soft surface such as a rug that long as it is connected to the might block the ventilation wall outlet, even if the player holes. itself has been turned off. • Do not install this player in a • Disconnect the player from the confined space, such as a wall outlet if you are not going bookshelf or similar unit. to use the player for a long • Do not place the player in a time. To disconnect the AC location near heat sources, or power cord, grasp the plug in a place subject to direct itself; never pull the cord. sunlight, excessive dust, or • Observe following points to mechanical shock. prevent the AC power cord • Do not place the player being damaged. Do not use the outdoors, in vehicles, on ships, AC power cord if it is or on other vessels. damaged, as doing so may • If the player is brought directly result in an electric shock or from a cold to a warm location, fire. or is placed in a very damp – Do not pinch the AC power room, moisture may condense cord between the player and on the lenses inside the player. wall, shelf, etc. Should this occur, the player – Do not put anything heavy may not operate properly. In on the AC power cord or pull this case, remove the disc and on the AC power cord itself. leave the player turned on for about half an hour until the On adjusting volume moisture evaporates. Do not turn up the volume while • Do not install the player in an listening to a section with very inclined position. It is low level inputs or no audio designed to be operated in a signals. If you do, your ears and horizontal position only. the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played.
,continued 3 On cleaning • “Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark. Important Safety Clean the cabinet, panel, and • “Blu-ray Disc,” “DVD+RW,” Instructions “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” controls with a soft cloth. Do not 1) Read these instructions. use any type of abrasive pad, “DVD-R,” “DVD VIDEO,” 2) Keep these instructions. scouring powder or solvent such and “CD” logos are 3) Heed all warnings. as alcohol or benzine. trademarks. 4) Follow all instructions. • “BD-LIVE,” “BD-LIVE” 5) Do not use this apparatus near On cleaning discs, disc/ logo, and “BONUSVIEW” are water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. lens cleaners trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance Do not use cleaning discs or • “x.v.Color” and “x.v.Color” with the manufacturer’s disc/lens cleaners (including wet logo are trademarks of Sony or spray types). These may cause instructions. Corporation. 8) Do not install near any heat the apparatus to malfunction. • “BRAVIA” is a trademark of sources such as radiators, heat Sony Corporation. registers, stoves, or other On replacement of parts • “PhotoTV HD” and the apparatus (including In the events that this player is “PhotoTV HD” logo are amplifiers) that produce heat. repaired, repaired parts may be trademarks of Sony 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or collected for reuse or recycling Corporation. grounding-type plug. A purposes. • This product meets ENERGY polarized plug has two blades ® STAR guidelines for energy with one wider than the other. Copyrights and efficiency. A grounding type plug has two Trademarks ENERGY STAR and the blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the • This product incorporates ENERGY STAR mark are third prong are provided for copyright protection registered U.S. marks. ENERGY STAR is a your safety. If the provided technology that is protected by plug does not fit into your registered mark owned by the U.S. patents and other outlet, consult an electrician for intellectual property rights. U.S. government. replacement of the obsolete Use of this copyright • Other system and product outlet. protection technology must be names are generally 10)Protect the power cord from authorized by Macrovision, trademarks or registered being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, and is intended for home and trademarks of the convenience receptacles, and other limited viewing uses manufacturers. ™ and ® marks are not indicated in this the point where they exit from only unless otherwise the apparatus. document. authorized by Macrovision. 11)Only use attachments/ Reverse engineering or accessories specified by the disassembly is prohibited. IMPORTANT NOTICE manufacturer. 12)Use only with the cart, stand, • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” Caution: This player is logo are trademarks of tripod, bracket, or table capable of holding a still specified by the manufacturer, Panasonic Corporation and video image or on-screen or sold with the apparatus. Sony Corporation. display image on your When a cart is used, use caution • Java and all Java-based television screen when moving the cart/ trademarks and logos are indefinitely. If you leave the apparatus combination to avoid trademarks or registered still video image or on- injury from tip-over. trademarks of Sun screen display image Microsystems, Inc. displayed on your TV for an • , “XMB,” and “xross media extended period of time you bar” are trademarks of Sony risk permanent damage to Corporation and Sony your television screen. Computer Entertainment Inc. 13)Unplug this apparatus during Plasma display panel lightning storms or when • This product incorporates televisions and projection unused for long periods of High-Definition Multimedia televisions are susceptible to time. Interface (HDMI™) this. technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition If you have any questions or Multimedia Interface are problems concerning your trademarks or registered player, please consult your trademarks of HDMI nearest Sony dealer. Licensing LLC.
4 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.
About this manual • In this manual, “disc” is used as a general reference for the BDs, DVDs, or CDs unless otherwise specified by the text or illustrations. • Icons, such as BD , listed at the top of each explanation indicate what kind of discs can be used with the function being explained. For details, see “Playable Discs” (page 62). • Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the player if they have the similar symbols as those on the remote. • The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match the graphics displayed on your TV screen. • NEED-to-know information (to prevent incorrect operation) is listed under the b icon. NICE-to-know information (tips and other useful information) is listed under the z icon.
5 Table of Contents
WARNING ...... 2 Precautions ...... 3 Guide to Parts and Controls ...... 8 Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Player ...... 13 Step 1: Connecting to Your TV ...... 14 Connecting to an HDMI jack ...... 15 About the BRAVIA Sync features (for HDMI connections only) ...... 16 Connecting to component video jacks (Y, Pb, Pr) ...... 17 Connecting to audio/video jacks ...... 18 Step 2: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver) ...... 19 Connecting to an HDMI jack ...... 20 Connecting to digital jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) ...... 21 Connecting to audio L/R jacks ...... 22 Step 3: Inserting the External Memory ...... 23 Step 4: Connecting to the Network ...... 24 When connecting to a broadband router directly ...... 24 When connecting via a wireless bridge ...... 25 Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord ...... 25 Step 6: Preparing the Remote ...... 26 Controlling TVs with the remote ...... 26 Step 7: Easy Setup ...... 27 Playback Playing BDs/DVDs ...... 30 Using the BD’s or DVD’s menu ...... 32 Enjoying BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE ...... 32 Searching for a Title/Chapter ...... 33 Displaying the playing time and play information ...... 33 Adjusting pictures and sound for videos ...... 34 Playing Video Files via a Network (BRAVIA Internet Video) ...... 35 Preparing for the BRAVIA Internet Video service ...... 35 Playing video files via a network ...... 35 Playing Music CDs and MP3 Audio Tracks ...... 37 Playing music CDs ...... 37 Playing MP3 audio albums or tracks ...... 37 Playing Photo Files ...... 38 Playing from a USB device ...... 40
6 Settings and Adjustments Using the Settings Displays ...... 41 Network Update ...... 42 Screen Settings ...... 43 Audio Settings ...... 46 BD/DVD Viewing Settings ...... 48 Parental Control Settings ...... 49 Photo Settings ...... 51 Internet Video Settings ...... 52 System Settings ...... 52 Network Settings ...... 54 Easy Setup ...... 56 Resetting ...... 56 Additional Information Troubleshooting ...... 57 Self-Diagnosis Function ...... 61 Playable Discs ...... 62 Video Output Resolution ...... 64 Specifications ...... 65 Language Code List ...... 66 Parental Control/Area Code ...... 66 Custom Rating System Chart ...... 67 Glossary ...... 68 Index ...... 70
7 A THEATER (page 16) Guide to Parts and Switches to the optimum video mode for watching movies automatically. When Controls connected with an AV amplifier (receiver) using the HDMI cable, the For more information, see the pages in speaker output also switches parentheses. automatically. When connected with a Theater Mode- compatible TV using the HDMI cable, Remote the TV’s video mode switches to Theater Mode. b The THEATER button functions only when connected to a Sony Theater Mode-compatible AV amplifier (receiver) or Sony Theater Mode-compatible TV. TV INPUT (TV input select) (page 26) Switches between TV and other input sources. TV [/1 (on/standby) (page 26) Turns on the TV, or sets to standby mode. [/1 (on/standby) (page 27) Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode. B Number buttons (page 33, 55) Enters the title/chapter numbers, etc. VOL (volume) +/– (page 26) Adjusts the TV volume. TIME (page 11) Displays the elapsed/remaining playback time in the front panel display. Each time you press the button, the display switches between elapsed playback time and remaining playback time. AUDIO (page 48) Selects the language track when multi- lingual tracks are recorded on BD- ROMs/DVD VIDEOs. Selects the sound track on CDs. SUBTITLE (page 48) Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N PLAY buttons Selects the subtitle language when multi- have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference lingual subtitles are recorded on BD- when operating the player. ROMs/DVD VIDEOs. b ANGLE The available functions of the remote differ Switches to other viewing angles when depending on the disc or the situation. multi-angles are recorded on BD-ROMs/ DVD VIDEOs.
8 C Color buttons (RED/GREEN/ m/M (fast reverse/fast BLUE/YELLOW) forward) Short cut keys for BD’s interactive Fast reverses/fast forwards the disc when functions. pressed during playback. D TOP MENU (page 32) Each time you press the button, search speed changes as follows*: Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top Playback direction Menu. M1 (×10) t M2 (×30) t M3 POP UP/MENU (page 32) (×120) Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up Reverse direction Menu, or the DVD’s menu. n (×1) t m1 (×10) t m2 (×30) t m OPTIONS (page 32, 39) 3 (×120) When you press and hold the button, fast The options menu that can be selected forward/fast reverse continues at the appears on the screen. selected speed until you release the HOME (page 30, 41) button. Enters the player’s home menu. * Search speed does not change when playing CDs and MP3 audio tracks. RETURN Speed multiple values are approximate. Returns to the previous display. – To resume normal playback, press (previous/ in pause mode. next) Plays one frame at a time when M is Skips to the previous/next chapter, track, pressed briefly in pause mode. or file. – To resume normal playback, press To go to the beginning of the previous N PLAY. . track, press PREV twice. N PLAY (page 30) REPLAY/ADVANCE Starts or re-starts playback. (instant replay/instant advance) Resumes playback from the point where Replays the scene/briefly fast forwards you press x STOP (Resume Play). the scene. DISPLAY (page 33) Each time you press ADVANCE , Displays the playback information on the briefly fast forwards the current scenes screen. for 15 seconds. X Each time you press REPLAY, PAUSE briefly replays the current scenes for 10 Pauses or re-starts playback. seconds. x STOP Stops playback and remembers the stop point (resume point) (page 31, 38). The resume point for a title/track is the last point you played or the last photo for a photo folder.
,continued 9 Front panel
The N button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.
A [/1 (on/standby) (page 27) To lock the disc tray (Child Lock) Turns on the player, or sets to standby You can lock the disc tray to prevent it being mode. opened by mistake. N B Disc tray (page 30) When the player is turned on, hold down on the player for more than 10 seconds until C Blu-ray Disc indicator “LOCKED” appears in the front panel Lights up in white when the player is display. The disc tray is locked. turned on. Lights up in blue when playing BDs. To unlock the disc tray, hold down N on the D Front panel display (page 11) player until “UNLOCK” appears in the front panel display. E Remote sensor (page 26) F N (play), x (stop) (page 30) Starts or stops playback. G Z (open/close) (page 30) Opens or closes the disc tray. H BRAVIA Internet Video indicator (page 35) Lights up when using the BRAVIA Internet Video. I USB jack (page 40) Connect a USB device to this jack.
10 Front panel display
A N, X F Network connection indicator Lights up during playback or pause. Lights up when accessing the network B HD (page 44) and downloading the player’s software. For details on downloading the player’s Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/ software, see page 42. 1080p video signals from the HDMI OUT jack or 720p/1080i video signals from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. C HDMI (page 15) Lights up when an HDMI device is recognized. D EXT (page 23) Lights up when the external memory inserted into the EXT slot on the rear of the player is recognized. E Playback information You can check the time information. Press TIME repeatedly during playback. The display changes as follows. When playing a BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO Elapsed time of the current title r Remaining time of the current title When playing a CD Elapsed time of the current track r Remaining time of the current track r Elapsed time of the current disc* r Remaining time of the current disc* * Except MP3 audio tracks
z “T” (Title or Track), “C” (Chapter), or “D” (Disc) may be displayed depending on the disc.
,continued 11 Rear panel
A DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack F Ventilation holes (page 21) The ventilation fan is inside the player. B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack G AC IN terminal (page 25) (page 21) H LAN (100) terminal (page 24) C LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks I HDMI OUT jack (page 15, 20) (page 17, 18, 22) J COMPONENT VIDEO OUT D LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (page 18) (Y, PB, PR) jacks (page 17) E EXT slot (page 23)
12 Hooking Up the Player
Check that you have the following items. • Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1) • AC power cord (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1) Settings and Hookups • Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
Follow steps 1 through 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player. Do not connect the AC power cord until you reach “Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord” (page 25).
Hookups and Settings
13 Step 1: Connecting to Your TV
About video/HDMI OUT jacks The player has the following video jacks. Connect the player to your TV according to the input jacks on your TV. When connecting the player to your TV using the HDMI cable, you can enjoy high quality digital pictures and sound through the HDMI OUT jack. Jack type Video resolution Hookup High Digital High Definition: See “Connecting to an quality 1080/24p, 1080p, HDMI jack” on 1080i, 720p page 15. Standard Definition: 480p, 480i
Analog High Definition: See “Connecting to 1080i, 720p component video jacks Standard Definition: (Y, Pb, Pr)” on 480p, 480i page 17. Standard Definition: See “Connecting to 480i audio/video jacks” on page 18.
Standard quality
b To connect to a TV with DVI input • Plug in cables securely to prevent unwanted Use an HDMI-DVI converter cable (not noise. supplied). The DVI jack will not accept any • Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the audio signals, so you have to use another components to be connected. • You cannot connect this player to a TV that does audio connection in addition to this not have a video input jack. connection (page 19). • Do not apply too much pressure on the connecting Furthermore, you cannot connect the HDMI cables. Pushing against the cabinet wall, etc., may OUT jack to DVI jacks that are not HDCP damage the cables or jacks. compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on PC displays). • Do not connect the unit through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.
14 Connecting to an HDMI jack
Connect the player and your TV using an HDMI cable to enjoy high quality digital pictures and sound through the HDMI OUT jack. If you connect a Sony TV that is compatible with the “Control for HDMI” function (page 16), refer to the instruction manual supplied with the TV.
If you connect a 1080/24p- or 1080p-compatible TV, use a High Speed HDMI cable. Settings and Hookups
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
HDMI cable (not supplied)
TV
Notes on connecting to the HDMI OUT jack • Be sure to disconnect the HDMI cable when Observe the following as improper handling moving the player. may damage the HDMI OUT jack and the connector. • Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on the rear of the player and the HDMI connector by checking their shapes. Make sure the • Do not press the player against the cabinet connector is not upside down or tilted. wall when you place the player in a cabinet with the HDMI cable connected. It may damage the HDMI OUT jack or the HDMI cable. • When connecting or disconnecting, do not screw in or rotate the HDMI connector.
About indicators for HDMI connection When the connected HDMI-compatible component is recognized, the HDMI indicator lights up in the front panel display.
,continued 15 b • Language Follow • Not all high definition television sets are fully When you change the language for the on- compatible with this product and may cause screen display on your TV, the player’s artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case language for the on-screen display is also of 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p scan picture changed after turning the player off and on. problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the LINE OUT VIDEO jack. If there are questions regarding our TV set To prepare for the BRAVIA Sync features compatibility with this model 480i/480p/720p/ Set “Control for HDMI” to “On” in the 1080i/1080p Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, please “System Settings” setup (page 52). contact our customer service center. For details on settings of your TV or other • If the picture is not clear, not natural or not to your connected components, refer to the satisfaction, change the video output resolution in instruction manual supplied with the TV or step 3 of “Output Video Format” under the components. “Screen Settings” setup (page 44). • Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that bears the z HDMI logo. • When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible with the “Control for HDMI” Easy Setting function using the HDMI cable, the “Control for About the BRAVIA Sync HDMI” setting of the player automatically features (for HDMI connections switches to “On” if the “Control for HDMI” setting on the connected TV is set to “On.” Refer only) to the instruction manual supplied with the TV. • When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible By connecting Sony components that are with the BRAVIA Sync features using the HDMI compatible with the “Control for HDMI” cable, you can control the basic functions of the function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), player with the TV’s remote if the “Control for operation is simplified as below: HDMI” setting on the connected TV is set to •One-Touch Play “On.” Refer to the instruction manual supplied With one touch of the following buttons, the with the TV. connected TV turns on and the input b selector on the TV is switched to the player Depending on the connected component, the automatically. “Control for HDMI” function may not work. Refer – [/1 to the instruction manual supplied with the – HOME: The home menu appears component. automatically (page 9, 30, 41). – N PLAY: Playback starts automatically (page 31). • System Power-Off When you turn off the TV using TV [/1 or the power button on the TV’s remote, the player and HDMI-compatible components turn off automatically. • Theater When you press THEATER, the player automatically switches to the optimum video mode for watching movies. When connected with a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) using the HDMI cable, the speaker output also switches automatically. When connected with a Theater Mode- compatible TV using the HDMI cable, the TV’s video mode switches to Theater Mode. Press the button again to return to the original setting.
16 Connecting to component video jacks (Y, PB, PR)
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of the player and your TV using a component video cable. You can enjoy high-quality pictures. Be sure to connect to the LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks using the audio/video cable.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Settings and Hookups
(green)(blue) (red) (red) (white)
Component video Audio/video cable cable (not supplied) (supplied)
(green)(blue) (red) (red) (white)
Match the color of the plug to Match the color of the plug to that of the jack. that of the jack.
TV
: Signal flow b When you connect the player and TV using a component video cable, disconnect the video plug (yellow) of the audio/video cable.
,continued 17 Connecting to audio/video jacks
Connect the LINE OUT (VIDEO, R-AUDIO-L) jacks of the player and your TV using the audio/video cable. You can enjoy standard quality pictures and sound.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
(red) (white) (yellow)
Audio/video cable (supplied)
(red) (white) (yellow)
Match the color of the plug to that of the jack.
TV : Signal flow
18 Step 2: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)
About audio/HDMI OUT jacks The player has the following audio jacks. Connect the player to your AV amplifier (receiver) according to the input jacks on your AV amplifier (receiver).
Jack type Hookup Settings and Hookups Digital See “Connecting to an HDMI jack” on page 20.
See “Connecting to digital jacks (OPTICAL/ COAXIAL)” on page 21.
Analog See “Connecting to audio L/R jacks” on page 22.
z For correct speaker location, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the connected components.
,continued 19 Connecting to an HDMI jack
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an HDMI input, use this connection. You can enjoy higher quality sound from the connected AV amplifier (receiver). To enjoy 7.1 channel sound, use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you connect a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) that is compatible with the “Control for HDMI” function (page 16), refer to the instruction manual supplied with the AV amplifier (receiver).
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
HDMI cable (not supplied)
AV amplifier (receiver)
HDMI cable (not supplied)
TV
1 Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the z player and your AV amplifier Check that “Audio (HDMI)” is set to “Auto” in the (receiver). “Audio Settings” setup (page 46). b 2 Set “BD Audio Setting” to “Direct” in the “Audio Settings” setup (page 46). Not all HDMI-compatible AV amplifiers (receivers) accept 8ch Linear PCM signals. Refer as To enjoy the secondary audio well to instruction manual supplied with the (commentary), set “BD Audio Setting” connected AV amplifier (receiver). to “Mix.”
20 Connecting to digital jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL)
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, you can enjoy Dolby Digital (5.1ch), Dolby Pro Logic (4.0ch), or DTS (5.1ch) surround effects.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Settings and Hookups
or
Optical digital cable Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) (not supplied)
AV amplifier (receiver)
: Signal flow
1 Connect the digital jack of the player *1 and your AV amplifier (receiver). 2 Make the appropriate settings in “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” under the *2 “Audio Settings” setup (page 47). Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.
,continued 21 Connecting to audio L/R jacks
If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input jacks, use this connection.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
(red) (white)
Audio/video cable (supplied)
(red) (white)
Match the color of the plug to that of the jack.
AV amplifier (receiver)
: Signal flow
22 b • Insert the external memory straight. If you force Step 3: Inserting the the external memory into the slot, this will cause damage to both the external memory and the External Memory player. • Keep the external memory away from small To enjoy additional content (such as children to prevent them from accidentally BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE) on certain Blu-ray swallowing the external memory. Disc titles, you will need to use external • Do not apply too much pressure to the external Settings and Hookups memory (not supplied). memory in the slot, as it may cause a malfunction. • We recommend use of the Sony USM2GL Insert the external memory device (1 GB or available as of April 2009. larger USB flash memory, such as Sony • Other USB flash devices may support this USM2GL, USM4GL, or USM1GH) into the function. However we cannot guarantee EXT slot as your local storage. compatibility with all USB flash memories. • When inserting a USB flash memory, check the b insertion direction before inserting it. The BD-LIVE function will not be available even if • Depending on the USB flash memory, it may you insert the external memory in the USB jack on stick out from the EXT slot. Do not force into the the front panel. slot or apply pressure to the protruding portion of the USB flash memory. Insert the external memory into the EXT • Do not connect anything other than a USB flash slot as far as it will go. memory to the EXT slot. Check that the EXT indicator lights up in the • To avoid data corruption or damage to the external memory, turn the player off when front panel display when turning the player inserting or removing the external memory. on. • When the EXT indicator does not light up, turn Rear of the player the player off, remove and re-insert the external memory, then turn the player on again. • Do not insert the external memory that contains photo or music files to avoid corrupting the Sony USM2GL external memory data. (not supplied) • When re-formatting the USB flash memory, use FAT16 or FAT32 format.
With the logo side up
To remove the external memory 1 Press [/1 to turn the player off. 2 Pull out the external memory from the EXT slot.
23 Step 4: Connecting to When connecting to a the Network broadband router directly
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source using a LAN cable to enjoy the BRAVIA Internet Video and update the player’s software. You can also enjoy the BD-LIVE function (page 32). b • Do not connect a phone line to the LAN (100) terminal, as it may cause a malfunction. • Do not connect the LAN terminal of the player to the LAN terminal of the PC.
Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the 1 LAN cable player to your Internet source. (not supplied) Methods to connect to your Internet source include: • Connecting to a broadband router Broadband router directly • Connecting via a wireless bridge Refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the broadband router, or to To PC those with the wireless bridge and the wireless LAN router (access point). LAN cable (not supplied) 2 Make the appropriate settings in “Internet Settings” under the ADSL modem/ “Network Settings” setup (page 54). Cable modem
To update the player’s software using the network See “Network Update” (page 42) and “Software Update Notification” (page 53). Internet To enjoy the BD-LIVE function See “Enjoying BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE” on About LAN cables page 32. Depending on the modem or router, the type of LAN cable, straight or crossing, differs. b For details on the LAN cables, refer to the To enjoy the BD-LIVE function, we recommend instruction manual supplied with the modem using an Internet connection with an effective speed or router. of 1 Mbps or greater, depending on your connection environment and network condition.
To enjoy the BRAVIA Internet Video See “Playing Video Files via a Network (BRAVIA Internet Video)” on page 35.
24 When connecting via a Step 5: Connecting the wireless bridge AC Power Cord
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player After all of the other connections are complete, connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN terminal of the player. Settings and Hookups Then plug the player and TV AC power cords into the AC outlet.
LAN cable 1 to AC IN (not supplied)
2
Wireless bridge* to AC outlet (Linksys by Cisco WET610N as of August 2009)
To PC
Wireless LAN router (access point)
LAN cable (not supplied)
ADSL modem/ Cable modem
Internet
* For more information about compatible wireless bridges, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/
25 Step 6: Preparing the Controlling TVs with the Remote remote You can control the volume, input source, You can control the player using the supplied and power switch of your Sony TV with the remote. Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by supplied remote. 3 # matching the and ends on the batteries b to the markings inside the battery When you replace the batteries of the remote, the compartment. When using the remote, point code number may be reset to the default setting. Set it at the remote sensor on the player the appropriate code number again. (page 10).
TV INPUT TV [/1
Number VOL +/– buttons
b • Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Should leakage occur, do not touch the liquid with bare hands. Observe the following: – Do not use a new battery with an old battery, or Available buttons batteries of different manufacturers. Depending on the connected unit, you may – Do not attempt to recharge the batteries. not be able to control your TV with some or – If you do not intend to use the remote for an all of the buttons (TV [/1, TV INPUT, or extended period of time, remove the batteries. VOL +/–). – If battery leakage occurs, wipe out any liquid inside the battery compartment, and insert new Buttons Operations batteries. TV [/1 Turns your TV on or off. • Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on the front panel) to strong light, such as direct TV INPUT (TV Switches your TV’s input sunlight or a lighting apparatus. The player may input select) source between the TV not respond to the remote. and other input sources. VOL (volume) Adjusts the volume of +/– your TV.
To control other TVs with the remote You can control the volume, input source, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code. b If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.
26 1 While holding down TV [/1, enter the TV’s manufacturer code using the Step 7: Easy Setup number buttons. For instance, to enter “09,” press “0” then “9.” Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the Code numbers of controllable TVs player. If you do not complete Easy Setup, it
If more than one code number is listed, will appear each time you turn on your Settings and Hookups try entering them one at a time until you player. find the one that works with your TV. Make the settings below in the following order. Manufacturer Code number Sony 01 (default) When turned on for the first time Wait for a short while before the player Hitachi 02 turns on and starts Easy Setup. LG/Goldstar 04 Mitsubishi/MGA 13
NEC 04 [/1 TV [/1 Panasonic 19 Philips 21 Pioneer 16 RCA 10 Samsung 20
1 Turn on the TV. 2 Press [/1 to turn on the player. The player turns on after a moment. 3 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen. The display for OSD language selection appears. • If the display for OSD language selection does not appear, press HOME, and select “Easy Setup” in the “Setup” setup (page 56). Then, select “Start,” and press ENTER.
,continued 27 4 Select a language for the on-screen 7 Make the appropriate settings displays using M/m, and press depending on the cables connected to ENTER. your TV.
When you select “HDMI” in step 6 1Select “Start,” and press ENTER. The test screen appears for about 30 seconds. Example: when the video output resolution is set to 1080i
The initial settings message appears. 5 Select “Start,” and press ENTER.
Current video output resolution setting
b If no picture appears, press RETURN to 6 Select the cable type used to connect return to step 6, and select “Component the player and your TV, and press Video.” ENTER. 2Select “Finish,” and press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation. 3Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press ENTER.
When you select “Component Video” in step 6 1Select a video output resolution for the connected TV, and press ENTER. b For details about the video output When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and resolution, see page 45. other video output jacks at the same time, select “Component Video.”
The test screen appears for about 30 seconds. For the test screen, see “When you select “HDMI” in step 6” (above).
28 b 10 Select “Finish,” and press ENTER. If no picture appears, press RETURN to return to the previous screen, and change the resolution setting. 2Select “Finish,” and press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation. 3Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press Hookups and Settings and Hookups ENTER.
When you select “Video” in step 6 Select an aspect ratio that matches your TV, and press ENTER. z • You can reset settings to their factory settings (page 56). • You can run “Easy Setup” again from “Easy Setup” in “Setup” (page 56).
Select “16:9” when connecting to a wide- screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. Select “4:3” when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV without a wide mode function. 8 Select “Allow” to allow Internet connections from BD content, and press ENTER.
Select “Do not allow” to not allow Internet connections from BD content. 9 Set “Quick Start Mode” to “On” or “Off,” and press ENTER.
For details about “Quick Start Mode,” see page 52.
29 Playing BDs/DVDs
BD DVD
Number buttons
N PLAY x STOP X PAUSE
1 Switch the input selector on your TV so Playback that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen. 2 Press Z on the player, and place a disc on the disc tray.
Playing side facing down 3 Press Z on the player to close the disc tray. • When you insert a commercially available BD-ROM or DVD VIDEO, playback automatically starts depending on the disc.
30 4 Press HOME. b • The point where you stopped playing is cleared 5 Select (Video) using
To play restricted BDs or DVDs (Parental Playback Control) When you play a restricted BD, change the “BD Parental Control” setting in the For commercially available BD-ROMs “Parental Control Settings” setup (page 49). or DVD VIDEOs, playback starts. When you play a restricted DVD, the display For BDs or DVDs recorded on other for entering your password appears on the equipment, the title list appears. Select a screen. title using M/m, and press N PLAY or Enter your four-digit password using the ENTER. number buttons, and press ENTER. Playback starts. Playback starts.
To register or change the password, see To stop playback “Password” (page 49). Press x STOP. To play restricted BD-REs or BD-Rs (Disc To pause playback Lock) X Press PAUSE. When you play a BD-RE or BD-R restricted by the Disc Lock function, the display for z entering your password appears on the In the title list, “PL” (Playlist) is displayed next to the name of titles that are created and edited from screen. their originals. 1 Enter the four-digit password that has been registered when creating the disc b using the number buttons, and press • Depending on the disc you may not be able to do ENTER. some of the playback operations. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the disc. 2 Select a title, and press N PLAY or • Depending on BDs or DVDs recorded on other ENTER. equipment, title lists or title names may not be Playback starts. displayed. One-Touch Play (for HDMI connection To resume playback from the point where only) you stopped (Resume Play) Press N PLAY. M After stopping playback, select using / The player and the connected TV turn on and m N , and press PLAY or ENTER. the input selector on the TV is switched to the The player resumes playback from the point player, then playback starts automatically. where you pressed x STOP. b To start from the beginning, press OPTIONS • When using the HDMI connection, there may be to select “Play from beginning,” and press a delay before the playback picture appears on the ENTER. Playback starts from the beginning screen, and the beginning portion of the playback of the title. picture may not be displayed. • To use the One-Touch Play function, set “Control for HDMI” to “On” (default) in the “System Settings” setup (page 52). ,continued 31 Available OPTIONS Using the BD’s or DVD’s menu 1 Press OPTIONS. The options menu appears. BD DVD 2 Select an item using M/m, and press To display Top Menu ENTER. The available items differ depending on When you play a BD or DVD, you can the disc type or player situation. display the Top Menu. 1 Press TOP MENU during playback. Items Details The Top Menu appears. Audio Settings Adjusts settings for < M m , sound (page 34). 2 Select an item using / / / . Picture Quality Adjusts settings for To display Pop-up Menu Mode picture (page 34). Some BD-ROMs contain Pop-up Menu that Title List Displays the title list. appear without interrupting playback. Play Plays the title from the 1 Press POP UP/MENU during playback. point where you pressed The Pop-up Menu appears. x STOP. 2 Select an item using
32 6 Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/ 4 Press ENTER. BD-LIVE. After a while, the player starts playback The operation method differs depending from the selected number. on the disc. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the disc. Displaying the playing time and play information To delete all data 1 Press HOME. BD DVD
2 Select (Video) using
BD DVD
You can search for a chapter if the title contains chapter marks.
1 Press OPTIONS during playback or in pause mode. The options menu appears. 2 Select a search method using M/m, and press ENTER. A The current selected angle “Title Search” (for BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs) B Title number or name “Chapter Search” C The currently selected audio setting The display for entering the number D Available functions ( angle/ appears. audio/ subtitle) Example: Chapter Search E Playback information Displays Disc type/Play mode/Video codec/Bit rate/Playing status bar/ Playing time (Remaining time*) F Output resolution/Video frequency
* Displayed when you press TIME repeatedly.
3 Enter the number of the title or chapter z using the number buttons. • You can also check the playback information in If you make a mistake, press “0” the front panel display (page 11). repeatedly to erase the entered number, • Press SUBTITLE, AUDIO, or ANGLE to switch then re-enter another number. each setting.
,continued 33 To adjust the picture Adjusting pictures and sound 1 Press OPTIONS during playback. for videos The options menu appears. M BD DVD 2 Select “Picture Quality Mode” using / m, and press ENTER. To adjust the audio characteristics The “Picture Quality Mode” dialog box 1 Press OPTIONS during playback. appears. The options menu appears. 3 Select an item using M/m, and press 2 Select “Audio Settings” using M/m, and ENTER. press ENTER. The default setting is underlined. The “Audio Settings” screen appears. Items Details Standard Normally select this. Brighter Room Select this for a brighter room. Theater Room Provides the optimum video mode for a theater room. b 3 Select an item using M/m, and press • Set the picture setting of your TV to ‘Standard’ ENTER. before changing the “Picture Quality Mode” The default settings are underlined. settings. • “Picture Quality Mode” is not available when the Items Details connected TV is set to Theater Mode (page 16). AV SYNC Adjusts the gap between (short) 0 ~ picture and sound, by 120 msec delaying the sound (long) output in relation to the picture output (0 to 120 milliseconds). Audio Filter •Sharp: Provides a (for analog wide frequency range audio signals and spatial feeling. only) Normally select this. • Slow: Provides smooth and warm sound. 4 Select or adjust the settings using
34 3 Select an Internet content provider Playing Video Files via a icon using M/m, and press ENTER. Network (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 player. Playback 4 Select a video file using
1 Control display Preparing for the BRAVIA Press
Playing video files via a z network To update the BRAVIA Internet Video content providers, select “Restart Internet Channels” in the The display and available buttons may differ “Internet Video Settings” setup (page 52). depending on Internet content providers. b Press HOME. Playback of some Internet videos can be limited 1 according to the restriction level set in “Internet 2 Select (Video) using
,continued 35 Available OPTIONS during playback About messages 1 Press OPTIONS during playback. You can find important messages about new The options menu appears. features, Internet content providers, and more. 2 Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER. 1 Press HOME. The available items differ depending on 2 Select (Network) using . file from the beginning. Next Plays the next video file 4 Select a message you want to view using M m in the list. / , and press ENTER. The message is displayed. Continuous Plays the video files in Play the list in sequence. Control Panel Displays the control panel.
Various playback operations
Buttons Operations x STOP Returns to the previous RETURN screen.
36 4 Select an album or track using M/m, Playing Music CDs and and press ENTER. When you select an album, select a track MP3 Audio Tracks in the album using M/m, and press N PLAY or ENTER. To play an entire album, select the Playing music CDs album, and press N PLAY.
CD Available OPTIONS 1 Insert a music CD. Playback The Music Player screen appears. 1 Press OPTIONS. The options menu appears. 2 Press N PLAY. 2 Select an item using M/m, and press Playback starts. ENTER. The available items differ depending on the situation. Items Details Audio Filter •Sharp: Provides a (for analog wide frequency range audio signals and spatial feeling. only) Normally select this. • Slow: Provides smooth and warm sound. To select a music CD track Play Plays the selected track. 1 Press HOME. Play from Plays the current track 2 Select (Music) using
*1 *2 *3 Various music playback operations DATA BD DATA DVD DATA CD Buttons Operations *1 BD-REs/BD-Rs containing MP3 audio tracks *2 DVD-ROMs and DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD- N PLAY Starts or re-starts playback. RWs/DVD-Rs containing MP3 audio tracks Resumes playback from the *3 CD-ROMs and CD-RWs/CD-Rs containing point where you pressed MP3 audio tracks x STOP. x STOP Stops playback. 1 Insert a disc containing MP3 audio X tracks. PAUSE Pauses playback. . < , PREV/ Skips to the beginning of the 2 Select (Music) using / . NEXT > current or next track. To go Select , and press ENTER. to the previous track press 3 . PREV twice. The list of albums and tracks appears. To play an entire disc, press N PLAY instead of ENTER. ,continued 37 Buttons Operations m/M Fast reverses/fast forwards Playing Photo Files when pressed during *1 *2 *3 playback. DATA BD DATA DVD DATA CD
TIME Switches time information *1 BD-REs/BD-Rs containing JPEG image files on the screen and the front *2 DVD-ROMs and DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD- panel display (page 11). RWs/DVD-Rs containing JPEG image files AUDIO Selects stereo or monaural *3 CD-ROMs and CD-RWs/CD-Rs containing tracks (except MP3 audio JPEG image files tracks). You can play photo files on a disc. b To play photo files on the connected USB • The point where you stopped playing (resume device, see page 40. point) is cleared from memory when: – you open the disc tray, or Press HOME. – you turn off the player. 1 • The player can play the following MP3 audio 2 Select (Photo) using
38 Available OPTIONS during playback b • When you attempt to play the following photo 1 Press OPTIONS during playback. files, the mark appears on the screen and they The options menu appears. cannot be played. 2 Select an item using M/m, and press – photo files larger than 8,192 pixels (width or height) ENTER. – photo files smaller than 15 pixels (width or The available items differ depending on height) the situation. – photo files exceeding 32 MB – photo files with extreme aspect ratios (greater Items Details than 50:1 or 1:50)
Slideshow Changes the slideshow – photo files in Progressive JPEG format Playback Speed speed. – photo files that have a “.jpeg” or “.jpg” •Fast extension, but not in JPEG format • Normal – photo files that have an extremely long name •Slow • The following photo files cannot be played. – photo files recorded on BD-Rs in any format Stop Stops a slideshow. other than UDF (Universal Disk Format) 2.6 Rotate Left Rotates the photo – photo files recorded on BD-REs in any format counterclockwise by other than UDF (Universal Disk Format) 2.5 90 degrees. • The following photo files or folders cannot be displayed in the file list or folder list. Rotate Right Rotates the photo – photo files that have an extension other than clockwise by “.jpeg” or “.jpg” 90 degrees. – photo files that have an extremely long name – photo folders in the 5th tree and photo files/ Various photo playback operations folders in the 6th tree or lower – 501th or more folders when the total number of Buttons Operations folders and files in a single tree exceeds 500 x STOP Stops a slideshow. • Photo files edited on a PC may not be played. RETURN • Thumbnail images of some photo files may not be displayed. X PAUSE Pauses a slideshow. • Large photo files may take some time to display . PREV/ Displays the previous or or to start a slideshow. NEXT > next photo.
,continued 39 b Playing from a USB device • Do not remove the USB device during operation. Stop playback and turn off the file list and folder You can play photo files on the connected list beforehand. USB device. • The player cannot play photo files on a USB device if it is connected to the EXT slot on the rear panel of the player. 1 Connect the USB device to the USB jack on the player. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the USB device before connecting.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
to USB jack
USB device b • Some USB devices may not work with this player. • The player can recognize: – Mass Storage Class (MSC) devices that are FAT-compatible and non-partitioned, and – Still Image Capture Device (SICD) class devices. If the MSC devices are partitioned, the player may not recognize the devices. 2 Press HOME. 3 Select (Photo) using
4 Select (USB Device) using m, and press ENTER. The file list or folder list appears. 5 Select a file or folder using M/m, and press ENTER. When you select a folder, select a file in the folder using M/m, and press ENTER. The selected photo file is displayed. • To play a slideshow, press N PLAY.
40 Using the Settings Displays
Select (Setup) on the home menu when you need to change the settings of the player.
1 Press HOME. 2 Select (Setup) using
3 Select the setup category icon to change using M/m, and press ENTER. For details on setting options and setup category icons, see “Setting list” (page 42). Settings and Example: Screen Settings Adjustments
4 Set the options.
,continued 41 Setting list You can setup the following options. Network Update Icon Explanation Network Update (page 42) You can update and improve the functions of Updates the software of the the player. We recommend the network player. update every 2 months or so. For information about update functions, visit Screen Settings (page 43) Makes the video settings the following website: according to the type of http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ connecting jacks. Select “Network Update” using M/m, Audio Settings (page 46) 1 Makes the audio settings and press ENTER. according to the type of The player connects to the network, and connecting jacks. the display asks for confirmation. BD/DVD Viewing Settings 2 Select “OK” using
42 To update the software using an update disc Screen Settings You can update and improve the functions of the player using an update disc provided by The default settings are underlined. Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 1 Insert the update disc. TV Type The display asks for confirmation. Selects your TV type. 2 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. Software update starts. 16:9 Select this when connecting When updating finishes, “FINISH” to a wide-screen TV or a TV appears for 5 seconds in the front panel with a wide mode function. Settings and and Adjustments Settings display, then the disc tray automatically 4:3 Select this when connecting opens. to a 4:3 screen TV without a 3 Remove the disc. wide mode function. The player automatically turns off. 4 Press [/1 to turn the player on. Screen Format The player starts up with the updated software. Selects the display configuration for a 4:3 screen picture on a 16:9 wide screen TV. z • You can check the current software version by Original Select this when connecting selecting “System Information” in the “System to a TV with a wide mode Settings” setup (page 53). function. Displays a 4:3 • The “Setup” settings remain after updating. screen picture in 16:9 aspect • For information about other software update ratio even on a wide-screen methods, visit the following website or consult TV. your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony Fixed Aspect Changes the picture size to Service facility: Ratio fit the screen size with the http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ original picture aspect ratio. b • Do not disconnect the AC power cord while updating. • Any operations, including opening the disc tray, are not available while updating.
,continued 43 DVD Aspect Ratio Output Video Format
Selects the display configuration for Selects the jack type to output video signals playback of 16:9 screen pictures on a 4:3 (“TV Connection Method”) and output screen TV (effective when “TV Type” is set resolution (“HDMI Resolution”/“Component to “4:3” and “Screen Format” is set to “Fixed Resolution”). Aspect Ratio”). 1 Select “Output Video Format” in “Screen Letter Box Displays a wide picture with Settings,” and press ENTER. black bands on the top and 2 Select the jack type to output video bottom. signals using M/m, and press ENTER. Pan & Scan Displays a full-height picture on the entire screen, b with trimmed sides. When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time, Letter Box select “Component Video.” TV Connection Method HDMI Outputs signals from the HDMI OUT jack Pan & Scan according to the “HDMI Resolution” setting (page 45). Component Outputs signals from Video the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks b according to the Depending on the DVD, “Letter Box” may be “Component selected automatically instead of “Pan & Scan” or Resolution” setting vice versa. (page 45). Video Outputs signals from the LINE OUT VIDEO Cinema Conversion Mode jack.
Sets the video conversion method for 480p, 3 (When you select “HDMI” or 720p, 1080i, or 1080p* signals from the “Component Video” only) HDMI OUT jack or the COMPONENT 1Select the signal type for the HDMI VIDEO OUT jacks. * HDMI only OUT jack or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using M/m, and press Auto Normally select this. The ENTER. player automatically detects When you change the video output whether the material is video-based or film-based, resolution, the test screen appears for and switches to the about 30 seconds. appropriate conversion method. b If no picture appears, press RETURN to Video The conversion method return to the previous screen, and change suited for video-based the resolution setting. material will always be selected regardless of the 2Select “Finish,” and press ENTER. material. The display asks for confirmation.
44 3Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press ENTER. BD-ROM 1080/24p Output Follow the on-screen instructions. Sets to output 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video The HD indicator lights up when signals when playing film-based materials on outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video BD-ROMs (720p/24 Hz or 1080p/24 Hz). signals. 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video signals can be output when all of the following conditions b are met. • If no picture appears after changing the – You connect a 1080/24p-compatible TV “Output Video Format” settings, hold down using the HDMI OUT jack, x on the player for more than 10 seconds. – “Output Video Format” is set to “HDMI,” The video output resolution will be reset to and the lowest resolution. – “HDMI Resolution” is set to “Auto” or and Adjustments Settings • When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and “1080p.” other video output jacks at the same time, video signals may not output from the jacks, Auto Outputs 1920 × 1080p/ other than from the HDMI OUT jack, when 24 Hz video signals only “Auto” or “1080p” is selected (page 64). when connecting a 1080/ When connecting other equipment at the 24p-compatible TV using same time, press RETURN to return to step the HDMI OUT jack. 2 and change the “TV Connection Method” setting. On Outputs 1920 × 1080p/ 24 Hz video signals HDMI Resolution/Component Resolution regardless of the connected TV type. Auto (HDMI Normally select this. only) The player outputs Off Select this when your TV is signals starting from the not compatible with 1080/ highest resolution 24p video signals. acceptable to the TV: 1080p > 1080i > 720p > b 480p > 480i No BD-ROM picture appears when the connected If the resulting image TV is non-compatible with 1080/24p and “BD- format is undesirable, ROM 1080/24p Output” is set to “On.” In this case, try another setting that press HOME to display the home menu, and set suits your TV. “BD-ROM 1080/24p Output” to “Off.” 480i Outputs 480i video signals. YCbCr/RGB (HDMI) 480p Outputs 480p video signals. Sets the color setting for video signals output 720p Outputs 720p video from the HDMI OUT jack. Select the setting signals. that matches the connected TV type. 1080i Outputs 1080i video Auto Automatically detects the signals. connected TV type, and 1080p (HDMI Outputs 1080p video switches to the matching only) signals. 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 Outputs RGB video signals.
,continued 45 HDMI Deep Color Output Audio Settings Sets the Deep Color (color depth) setting for video signals output from the HDMI OUT The default settings are underlined. jack. The color depth is indicated by the number of bits, and more colors can be reproduced as Audio (HDMI) the value increases. The player supports a color depth of up to 12 bits. Connecting the Selects the signal type for the HDMI OUT player and a TV that supports Deep Color jack. allows more accurate color reproduction than Auto Normally select this. when connecting it to a TV that does not Outputs audio signals support Deep Color. according to the status of the connected HDMI device. Auto Normally select this. PCM Outputs PCM signals from 12bit Outputs 12bit video signals. the HDMI OUT jack. 10bit Outputs 10bit video signals. b Off Select this when the picture Select “PCM” when connecting a TV or an AV is unstable or colors appear amplifier (receiver) that does not support Dolby unnatural. Digital or DTS, otherwise noise or no sound may result. x.v.Color Output BD Audio Setting Sets whether to send xvYCC information to the connected TV. Selects whether to mix or not mix interactive Combining xvYCC-compatible video with a audio and secondary audio (commentary) TV that supports x.v.Color display makes it when playing a BD that contains such audio. possible to more accurately reproduce object colors present in the natural world. Mix Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the interactive Auto Normally select this. audio and secondary audio to the primary audio. Off Select this when the picture is unstable or colors appear Direct Outputs the primary audio unnatural. only. b Pause Mode PCM 96 kHz and PCM 192 kHz audio signals are output as PCM 48 kHz audio signals when “BD Sets the picture mode for DVD playback Audio Setting” is set to “Mix.” pause status. For BD-ROMs or discs containing AVCHD files, “Pause Mode” automatically switches to “Auto.” Audio ATT Auto Normally select this. Lowers the audio output level to prevent Dynamic moving pictures sound distortion. appear without blurring. On Enables Audio Attenuation. Frame Displays static pictures at high resolution. Off Disables Audio Attenuation. b “Audio ATT” does not affect the output from the HDMI OUT jack and the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) jack.
46 Dolby Digital Audio DRC
Selects the audio signals output when playing Selects the dynamic range (compression level Dolby Digital discs. of the sound) setting when playing a BD or This setting affects the output from the DVD that conforms to “Audio DRC.” DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/OPTICAL) Auto jack. Performs playback at the dynamic range specified by Downmix Converts to output Linear the disc (BD-ROM only). PCM PCM signals. Select this Other discs are played back when connecting an audio at the “Standard” level. device without a built-in Standard Performs playback at a Dolby Digital decoder. compression level between Settings and and Adjustments Settings Dolby Digital Select this when connecting “TV Mode” and “Wide an audio device with a built- Range.” in Dolby Digital decoder. TV Mode Sounds are compressed heavily. Low sounds are easier to hear. DTS Wide Range No compression works. A Selects the audio signals output when playing more dynamic sound is produced. DTS discs. This setting affects the output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/ b OPTICAL) jack. • “Audio DRC” is effective only when playing Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby Downmix Converts to output Linear TrueHD audio signals. PCM PCM signals. Select this • When “Dolby Digital” is set to “Dolby Digital” in when connecting to an audio the “Audio Settings” setup (page 47), “Audio device without a built-in DRC” has no effect on the audio output from the DTS decoder. DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) jack DTS Select this when connecting (except when “BD Audio Setting” is set to “Mix” to an audio device with a when playing a BD). built-in DTS decoder. Downmix 48kHz/96kHz PCM Sets the downmix method of multi-channel to Selects the maximum sampling frequency for two-channel sound. the PCM signals output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) jack. Dolby Outputs the Dolby Surround Surround (Pro Logic) signals in 2 48kHz/16bit Outputs audio signals of channels. Select this when 96 kHz sampling as 48 kHz/ connecting an audio device 16 bit. that supports Dolby Surround (Pro Logic). 96kHz/24bit Outputs audio signals of 96 kHz sampling as 96 kHz/ Normal Outputs audio signals 24 bit. However, the signals without Dolby Surround will be output as 48 kHz/ (Pro Logic) effect. Select 16 bit if the source is copy- this when connecting an protected. audio device that does not support Dolby Surround b (Pro Logic). If you select “96kHz/24bit” when an AV amplifier (receiver) that does not support 96 kHz is b connected, no sound or a loud sound may result. “Downmix” has no effect on the bitstream audio output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/ COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack. 47 BD/DVD Viewing BD Internet Connection Settings Sets whether to allow Internet connections from the content of a BD (in BDMV mode) being played. Network connections and The default settings are underlined. settings are required when using this function (page 54). BD/DVD Menu Allow Normally select this. Allows Internet connections Selects the default menu language for BD- from BD content. Select this ROMs or DVD VIDEOs. to enjoy the BD-LIVE When you select “Select Language Code,” function. the display for entering the language code Do not allow Prohibits Internet appears. Enter the code for your language by connection. referring to “Language Code List” (page 66).
Audio
Selects the default track language for BD- ROMs or DVD VIDEOs. When you select “Original,” the language given priority in the disc is selected. When you select “Select Language Code,” the display for entering the language code appears. Enter the code for your language by referring to “Language Code List” (page 66).
Subtitle
Selects the default subtitle language for BD- ROMs or DVD VIDEOs. When you select “Select Language Code,” the display for entering the language code appears. Enter the code for your language by referring to “Language Code List” (page 66).
Hybrid Disc Playback Layer
Selects the layer priority when playing a Hybrid Disc. To change the setting, turn the player off and on again. BD Plays BD layer. DVD/CD Plays DVD or CD layer.
48 4 Select the area code, and press Parental Control ENTER. When you select “Select Area Code,” the Settings display for entering the area code appears. Enter the code for the area The default settings are underlined. restriction by referring to “Parental Control/Area Code” (page 66). Password z Sets or changes the password for the Parental You can change the password (see “Password” on Control function. A password allows you to page 49). set a restriction on BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, b and Adjustments Settings and Internet video playback. If necessary, • If you forget the password, reset the player you can differentiate the restriction levels for (page 56) and set a new password (see BD-ROMs and DVD VIDEOs. “Password” on page 49). • When you play discs which do not have the 1 Select “Password” in “Parental Parental Control function, playback cannot be Control Settings,” and press ENTER. limited on this player. • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to 2 Enter your four-digit password using change the Parental Control level while playing the number buttons. the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. 3 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. BD Parental Control To change the password Playback of some BD-ROMs can be limited 1 After step 3, enter a new password using according to the age of the users. Scenes may the number buttons. be blocked or replaced with different scenes. 2 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. 1 Select “BD Parental Control” in “Parental Control Settings,” and Parental Control Area Code press ENTER.
Playback of some BD-ROMs or DVD 2 Enter your four-digit password using VIDEOs can be limited according to the the number buttons. geographic area. Scenes may be blocked or Select “OK,” and press ENTER. replaced with different scenes. 3 4 Select the age restriction, and press 1 Select “Parental Control Area Code” ENTER. in “Parental Control Settings,” and The lower the value, the stricter the press ENTER. limitation. 2 Enter your four-digit password using If you select “Select Age Restriction,” you can enter the age from “0” to “255” the number buttons. using
z You can change the password (see “Password” on page 49).
,continued 49 b • If you forget the password, reset the player Internet Video Parental Control (page 56) and set a new password (see “Password” on page 49). Playback of some Internet videos can be • When you play discs which do not have the limited according to the age of the users. Parental Control function, playback cannot be Scenes may be blocked or replaced with limited on this player. • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to different scenes. change the Parental Control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then 1 Select “Internet Video Parental change the level. Control” in “Parental Control • When “255” is selected in “Select Age Settings,” and press ENTER. Restriction,” the Parental Control setting is canceled. 2 Enter your four-digit password using the number buttons. DVD Parental Control 3 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. Select the restriction level, and press Playback of some DVD VIDEOs can be 4 limited according to the age of the users. ENTER. Scenes may be blocked or replaced with No No programs are blocked different scenes. Restrictions from viewing based on their ratings. 1 Select “DVD Parental Control” in Child Ratings permitted are: “Parental Control Settings,” and For United States press ENTER. TV Rating: TV-Y, TV-G MPAA: G 2 Enter your four-digit password using For Canada the number buttons. English TV rating: C, G French TV rating: G 3 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. Youth Maximum ratings 4 Select a level, and press ENTER. permitted are: The lower the value, the stricter the For United States limitation. TV Rating: TV-PG • To cancel the Parental Control setting, MPAA: PG For Canada select “No Restrictions.” English TV rating: PG French TV rating: 8 ans+ z Young Adult Maximum ratings You can change the password (see “Password” on permitted are: page 49). For United States TV Rating: TV-14 b MPAA: PG-13 • If you forget the password, reset the player For Canada (page 56) and set a new password (see English TV rating: 14+ “Password” on page 49). French TV rating: 13 ans+ • When you play discs which do not have the Custom Sets ratings manually. Parental Control function, playback cannot be For details, see “Custom limited on this player. Rating System Chart” • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to (page 67). change the Parental Control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then z change the level. If you are not familiar with the parental guideline rating system, we recommend selecting “Child,” “Youth,” or “Young Adult” to help simplify the rating selection. To set more specific ratings, select “Custom.” 50 Internet Video Unrated Photo Settings Sets whether or not to play unrated Internet videos. The default setting is underlined.
1 Select “Internet Video Unrated” in “Parental Control Settings,” and Slideshow Speed press ENTER. Changes the slideshow speed. Enter your four-digit password using 2 Fast Photos change rapidly. the number buttons. Normal Photos change at normal
3 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. speed. and Adjustments Settings 4 Select whether or not to play unrated Slow Photos change slowly. Internet videos, and press ENTER.
Allow Normally select this. Allows programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating. Block Prohibits playing of unrated Internet videos. Blocks all programs and movies that are broadcast without a rating. b If you block unrated TV programs, the following types of programs may be blocked: – programs broadcast from another country – emergency broadcasts – political programs – sports –news – public service announcements – religious programs – weather
51 Internet Video System Settings Settings The default settings are underlined.
Region OSD
Set your region to receive services from Selects your language for the player on- Internet content providers. screen displays. 1 Select “Region” in “Internet Video Settings,” and press ENTER. Dimmer Select your region using M/m, and 2 Adjusts the lighting of the front panel display. press ENTER. Bright Bright lighting. 3 Enter your ZIP code using the number buttons. Dark Low lighting. Off Turns off the lighting during 4 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. playback. Low lighting other than during playback. Restart Internet Channels Control for HDMI You can reconnect to the network and reacquire the Internet channels. On Allows you to use the “Control for HDMI” 1 Select “Restart Internet Channels” in function (page 16). “Internet Video Settings,” and press Off Turns off the function. ENTER. 2 Select “Start” using
52 Auto Power Off Software Update Notification
The player automatically turns off if you do Informs you of newer software version not press any of the buttons on the player or information. Network connections and remote for more than 30 minutes, unless you settings are required when using this function are playing BDs/DVDs/CDs/photo files or (page 54). are updating software. On Sets the player to inform you On Turns on the “Auto Power of newer software version Off” function. information (page 42). Off Turns off the function. Off Turns off the function. Settings and and Adjustments Settings Auto Display System Information
Displays the following information: On Automatically displays – Software Version information on the screen – MAC Address when changing the viewing titles, picture modes, audio – Registration Number signals, etc. – LINK Connection Status – Current IP Address Off Displays information only – Provisioning Server Connection Status when you press DISPLAY.
Screen Saver
The screen saver image appears when you do not use the player for more than 10 minutes while an on-screen display, such as the home menu, is displayed on your TV screen. The screen saver image helps prevent your display device from becoming damaged (ghosting). On Turns on the screen saver function. Off Turns off the function.
53 3 Select the IP address and proxy server Network Settings setting method, and press ENTER. Auto Select this when you set the IP address Internet Settings automatically without using the proxy server. These items are necessary when you connect Then, go to step 6. to the Internet via a LAN cable. Enter the Custom Select this when: respective (alphanumeric) values for your – you set the IP address broadband router or wireless LAN router. manually, or The items that need to be set may differ, – you set the IP address depending on the Internet service provider or automatically and use the router. For details, refer to the instruction the proxy server. manuals that have been provided by your Then, go to step 4. Internet service provider or supplied with the 4 Select the IP address setting method, router. and press ENTER. 1 Select “Internet Settings” in “Network Auto Select this when you set Settings,” and press ENTER. the address automatically. Then, go 2 Select an item, and press ENTER. to step 5. Manual Select this when you set View Network Displays the current the IP address manually. Status network status. Set also the following Wired Setup Select this when: items: – you connect to a – IP Address broadband router – Subnet Mask directly, or – Default Gateway – you set up the wireless – Primary DNS bridge on a PC. – Secondary DNS Then, go to step 3. b Wireless Select this when you use When you set the “Primary DNS”/“Secondary Bridge Setup Linksys by Cisco DNS” addresses manually, enter the “Primary WET610N as a wireless DNS” address. Otherwise, the “Internet bridge without setting Settings” will be set incorrectly. up the wireless bridge on a PC. Then, follow 5 Set the proxy server setting to “No,” the on-screen and press ENTER. instructions. For details, If your Internet service provider has a visit the following specific proxy server setting, select website and check the FAQ contents: “Yes,” and press ENTER. Then, fill the http://www.sony.com/ “Proxy Server” and “Port” rows. To enter blurayupdate/ characters, see page 55. 6 Check your network connection settings, and press ,.
54 7 Select “Save & Connect,” and press ENTER. Network Connection The network diagnostic starts. Results Diagnostics are displayed after the player finishes the network diagnostic. If an error message You can run the network diagnostic. appears, follow the on-screen instructions. 1 Select “Network Connection For further details, visit the following Diagnostics” in “Network Settings,” website and check the FAQ contents: and press ENTER. http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ 2 Select “Start,” and press ENTER. 8 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. The network diagnostic starts. Results are displayed after the player finishes running the network diagnostic. and Adjustments Settings To enter characters If an error message appears, follow the The display for entering characters appears on-screen instructions and perform when you select “Proxy Server” in the proxy “Network Connection Diagnostics” server setting. again. 3 Select “Finish,” and press ENTER.
1 Press a number button repeatedly to select a character. Example: Press the number 3 button once to enter “d.” Press the number 3 button three times to enter “f.” To switch the keyboard to upper case, lower case, numbers, or symbols, select “abc,” and press ENTER repeatedly. 2 Press ,, and enter the next character. 3 Press the green button (“Enter”) to finish. Available buttons Buttons Details Red button Deletes the character to the (Delete) left of the cursor. Green button Sets the input and finishes (Enter) the setting.
55 Easy Setup Resetting
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic You can reset the player settings to the settings. factory default by selecting the group of settings. All the settings within the group will 1 Select “Easy Setup,” and press be reset. ENTER. 1 Select “Resetting,” and press ENTER. 2 Select “Start” using
b When “All Settings” is selected in step 3, – all settings within (Setup) are reset. – “Picture Quality Mode” and “Audio Settings” that can be adjusted by pressing OPTIONS during playback (page 34) are not reset. – the BRAVIA Internet Video registration information and past purchases remaining on the server are not deleted. For details on deleting your personal information on the server, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/
56 Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to help remedy the problem before requesting repairs. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Power
The power does not turn on. , Check that the AC power cord is connected securely. Additional Information , It takes a short while before the player turns on.
The message “A new software version has been found on the network. Perform update under "Network Update."” appears on the screen when turning the player on. , See “Network Update” (page 42) to update Additional the player to a newer software version. Information Disc
The disc does not play. , The disc is dirty. , The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the playback side facing down. , The disc is skewed. , You are attempting to play a disc with a format that cannot be played back by this player (page 63). , The region code on the BD or DVD does not match the player. , The player cannot play a recorded disc that is not correctly finalized (page 63).
,continued 57 Picture No BD-ROM picture appears. , Check the “BD-ROM 1080/24p Output” See also “Connecting to an HDMI jack” setting in the “Screen Settings” setup (page 15) when connecting equipment using (page 45). the HDMI cable. Sound There is no picture/picture noise appears. , Check that all the connecting cables are See also “Connecting to an HDMI jack” securely connected. (page 20) when connecting equipment using , Check whether the connecting cables are the HDMI cable. damaged. , Check the connection to your TV (page 14) There is no sound. and switch the input selector on your TV so , Check that all the connecting cables are that the signal from the player appears on securely connected. the TV screen. , Check whether the connecting cables are , When playing a double-layer BD/DVD, the damaged. video and audio may be momentarily , Check the connection to your AV amplifier interrupted at the point where the layers (receiver) (page 19) and switch the input switch. selector on your AV amplifier (receiver) so that the audio signals of the player are No picture appears when the video output output from your AV amplifier (receiver). resolution selected in “Output Video , The player is in scan mode. Format” is incorrect. , If the audio signal does not come through , Press x on the player for more than 10 the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/ seconds to reset the video output resolution COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack, check the to the lowest resolution. audio settings (page 46).
The picture does not fill the screen, even The sound volume is low. though the aspect ratio is set in “DVD , The sound volume is low on some BDs or Aspect Ratio” under “Screen Settings.” DVDs. , The aspect ratio of the disc is fixed on your , Try setting “Audio DRC” to “TV Mode” in DVD (page 44). the “Audio Settings” setup (page 47). , Set “Audio ATT” to “Off” in the “Audio Video signals are not output from the Settings” setup (page 46). jacks, other than from the HDMI OUT jack, when connecting the HDMI OUT jack and The HD Audio (Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby other video output jacks at the same time. TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, , Set “Output Video Format” to “Component and DTS-HD Master Audio) is not output Video” in the “Screen Settings” setup by bitstream. (page 44). , Set “BD Audio Setting” to “Direct” in the “Audio Settings” setup (page 46). , The dark area of the picture is too dark/the Check that the connected AV amplifier (receiver) is compatible with each HD bright area is too bright or unnatural. Audio format. , Set “Picture Quality Mode” to “Standard” (default) (see “Adjusting pictures and sound for videos” on page 34). The interactive audio is not output. , Set “BD Audio Setting” to “Mix” in the “Audio Settings” setup (page 46). The picture is not output correctly. , Check the “Output Video Format” settings in the “Screen Settings” setup (page 44).
58 HDMI The “Control for HDMI” function does not work (BRAVIA Sync). , There is no picture or no sound when Check that the AC power cord of the connected to the HDMI OUT jack. connected component is securely connected. , Try the following: 1Turn the player off , If the HDMI indicator does not appear in and on again. 2Turn the connected the front panel display, check the HDMI equipment off and on again. 3Disconnect connection (page 15, 20). and then reconnect the HDMI cable. , Check that “Control for HDMI” is set to , If the player is connected to a TV through “On” (page 52). an AV amplifier (receiver), try connecting , Make sure that the connected component is the HDMI cable directly to the TV. If the compatible with the “Control for HDMI” problem is fixed, refer to the instruction function. For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the AV amplifier manual supplied with the component. (receiver). , Check the connected component’s setting
for the “Control for HDMI” function. For Additional Information There is no picture or picture noise details, refer to the instruction manual appears when connected to the HDMI OUT supplied with the component. jack. , If you change the HDMI connection, turn , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI the player off and on again. device that does not support copyright , If power failure occurs, set “Control for protection technology. HDMI” to “Off,” then set “Control for , If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video HDMI” to “On” (page 52). output, changing the video output , For details on the “Control for HDMI” resolution may solve the problem function, see “About the BRAVIA Sync (page 44). features (for HDMI connections only)” (page 16). , No sound is output from the HDMI OUT If you connect the player to a TV through an jack. AV amplifier (receiver) that is not compatible with the “Control for HDMI” , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI function, you may be unable to control the device (DVI jacks do not accept audio TV from the player. signals). , When you connect the player to a TV through an AV amplifier (receiver), if you The sound is not output correctly when change the HDMI connection, disconnect connected to the HDMI OUT jack. and reconnect the AC power cord, or a , The device connected to the HDMI OUT power failure occurs, try the following: jack does not support the audio format of 1Switch the input selector of the AV the player. Check the audio settings amplifier (receiver) so that the picture from (page 46). the player appears on the TV screen. 2Set “Control for HDMI” to “Off,” then set The display language on the screen “Control for HDMI” to “On” (page 52). switches automatically when connected to Refer to the instruction manual supplied the HDMI OUT jack. with the AV amplifier (receiver). , When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On” (page 52), the display language on the screen automatically switches according to the language setting of the connected TV (if you change the setting on your TV, etc.).
,continued 59 External memory (local The file name is not correctly displayed. , The player can only display ISO 8859-1- storage) compliant character formats. Other character formats may be displayed The external memory is not recognized. differently. , Try the following: 1Turn the player off. , Depending on the writing software used, 2(USM1GH only) Align the V mark of the the input characters may be displayed EXT slot with the V mark on the external differently. memory, and insert the external memory. 3 4 Turn the player on. Check that the The disc does not start playing from the EXT indicator lights up in the front panel beginning. display. , Resume Play is on (page 31). Bonus content or other data that are Some functions such as Stop or Search contained in a BD-ROM cannot be played. cannot be performed. , Try the following: 1Remove the disc. , Depending on the disc, you may not be able 2Turn the player off. 3Remove and re- to do some of the operations above. Refer to insert the external memory (page 23). the instruction manual supplied with the 4Turn the player on. 5Check that the disc. EXT indicator lights up in the front panel display. 6Insert the BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE. The language for the soundtrack/subtitle or angles cannot be changed. A message indicating that the local , Try using the BD’s or DVD’s menu instead storage does not have enough space of the direct selection button on the remote (page 32). appears on the screen. , Multi-lingual tracks/subtitles or multi- , Delete unnecessary data in the external angles are not recorded on the BD or DVD memory (page 33). being played. , The BD or DVD prohibits the changing of the language for the soundtrack/subtitle or Operation angles. The remote does not function. , The batteries in the remote are weak The disc tray does not open and (page 26). “LOCKED” or “TLK ON” appears in the , The distance between the remote and the front panel display. player is too far. , When “LOCKED” appears, the player is , The remote is not pointed at the remote locked. To cancel the Child Lock, hold sensor on the player. down N on the player until “UNLOCK” appears in the front panel display (page 10). , The player does not detect a USB device When “TLK ON” appears, contact your connected to the player. Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. , Make sure that the USB device is securely connected to the USB jack on the front panel (page 40). , Check if the USB device or a cable is damaged. , Check if the USB device is on. , The USB device is connected via a USB hub. Connect the USB device directly to the player.
60 The disc tray does not open and you The sound quality is not satisfactory. cannot remove the disc even after you , Sound quality may be poor depending on press Z. Internet content providers. , Try the following: 1Turn the player off, , Sound quality may be improved by and disconnect the AC power cord. changing the connection speed. We 2Reconnect the AC power cord while recommend the connection speed of at least pressing down Z on the player. 3Keep 2.5 Mbps for standard definition video pressing down Z on the player until the tray (10 Mbps for high definition video). opens. 4Remove the disc. 5When “WAIT” appears in the front panel display, hold down [/1 on the player for more than 10 seconds until the player turns on again. Self-Diagnosis Function
The player does not respond to any button. When the self-diagnosis function is activated , Moisture has condensed inside the player
to prevent the player from malfunctioning, an Additional Information (page 3). error code appears in the front panel display. , Hold down [/1 on the player for more than In this case, check the following table. 10 seconds until the indicators in the front panel display turn off. Error code Corrective action If the player still does not respond to any Exxxx Contact your nearest Sony button, disconnect then reconnect the AC dealer or local authorized Sony power cord. service facility and give the error code. FAN ERR • Check that the ventilation BRAVIA Internet Video holes on the rear of the player are not blocked. The player cannot connect to the network. • Place the player in a location , Check the network connection (page 24) with adequate ventilation to and the network settings (page 54). prevent heat build-up in the player. The picture is poor/certain programs display a loss of detail, especially during fast-motion or dark scenes. , Picture quality may be poor depending on Internet content providers. , Picture quality may be improved by changing the connection speed. We recommend the connection speed of at least 2.5 Mbps for standard definition video (10 Mbps for high definition video).
The picture is small. , Press M to zoom in.
There is no sound. , Not all videos will contain sound.
61 Playable Discs
Icon used in Type Disc Logo Characteristics this manual
BD-ROMs and BD-REs/BD-Rs in BD BDMV and BDAV mode, including 8 cm discs (single layer) and DL discs Blu-ray Disc BD-REs/BD-Rs containing MP3 audio DATA BD tracks* or JPEG image files
Discs such as movies that can be DVD VIDEO DVD purchased or rented
DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs in video and +VR mode or DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in video DVD DVD and VR mode, including 8 cm discs (single layer) and DVD+R DL/DVD-R DL discs
DVD-ROMs and DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/ DATA DVD DATA DVD DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs containing MP3 audio tracks* or JPEG image files
Music CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in music CD CD CD format
CD-ROMs and CD-Rs/CD-RWs DATA CD — DATA CD containing MP3 audio tracks* or JPEG image files
* MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard Notes about BD-ROM compatibility format defined by ISO (International Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new Organization for Standardization)/IEC and evolving, some discs may not be playable (International Electrotechnical Commission) depending on the disc type and the version. MPEG which compresses audio data. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and The audio output differs depending on the patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and source, connected output jack, and selected Thomson. audio settings.
62 Discs that cannot be played b • BDs with cartridge • Notes about BD-REs/BD-Rs, DVD+RWs/ • DVD-RAMs DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-Rs/ CD-RWs • HD DVDs Some BD-REs/BD-Rs, DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, • DVD Audio discs DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-Rs/CD-RWs cannot • PHOTO CDs be played on this player due to the recording • Data part of CD-Extras quality or physical condition of the disc, or the • VCDs/Super VCDs characteristics of the recording device and • HD layer on Super Audio CDs authoring software. The BD-Rs recorded on a PC • Audio material side on DualDiscs cannot be played if postscripts are recordable. • BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs with a different A CD or DVD disc will not play if it has not been region code (page 63). correctly finalized. For more information, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the • A disc recorded in a color system other than recording device. Note that some playback NTSC, such as PAL (this player conforms functions may not work with some DVD+RWs/ to the NTSC color system). DVD+Rs, even if they have been correctly
finalized. In this case, view the disc using normal Additional Information Note on playback operations of BDs/DVDs playback. Some playback operations of BDs/DVDs • Music discs encoded with copyright may be intentionally set by software protection technologies producers. Since this player plays BDs/ This product is designed to play back discs that DVDs according to the disc content the conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Various music discs encoded with copyright software producers designed, some playback protection technologies are being marketed by features may not be available. Refer to the some record companies. Please be aware that instruction manual supplied with the BDs/ among those discs, there are some that do not DVDs. conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product. Region code (BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO only) • Note on DualDiscs Your player has a region code printed on the A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which rear of the unit and will only play BD-ROMs/ mates DVD recorded material on one side with DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labeled with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not identical region codes. This system is used to conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, protect copyrights. playback on this product is not guaranteed. DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play on • Note about double-layer BDs/DVDs this player. The playback pictures and sound may be Depending on the BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO, momentarily interrupted when the layers switch. no region code may be indicated even though • Note about 8 cm BD-REs/8 cm BD-Rs playing the BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO is Some 8 cm BD-REs/8 cm BD-Rs cannot be prohibited by area restrictions. played on this player. • Note about BD-REs/BD-Rs This player supports Ver. 2.1 BD-RE and Region code Ver. 1.1, 1.2 and 1.3 BD-R including organic pigment type BD-R (LTH type). • Note about DTS 5.1 MUSIC DISCs This player can play DTS 5.1 MUSIC DISCs.
,continued 63 About playback of discs recorded in *1 A high-definition specification which utilizes AVCHD format 1080 effective scanning lines and the interlace system. This player can play AVCHD format discs. *2 A high-definition specification which utilizes TM 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive system. b What is the AVCHD format? • Some AVCHD format discs may not play, The AVCHD format is a high-definition digital depending on the recording condition. video camera format used to record SD (standard • The AVCHD format disc will not play if it has not definition) or HD (high definition) signals of either been correctly finalized. the 1080i specification*1 or the 720p specification*2 on DVDs, using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM system is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format. The MPEG-4 AVC/ H.264 format enables a high definition (HD) video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on DVD discs, in the same way as it would be for a standard definition (SD) television signal.
Video Output Resolution
Output resolution differs depending on the “Output Video Format” setting in the “Screen Settings” setup (page 44).
When “Output Video Format” is set to When “Output Video Format” is set to Resolution “HDMI” “Component Video” setting LINE OUT COMPONENT HDMI OUT LINE OUT COMPONENT HDMI OUT VIDEO jack VIDEO jacks jack VIDEO jack VIDEO jacks jack 480i*1 480i 480i 480i 480i 480i 480i 480p*1 480i 480p 480p 480i 480p 480p 720p 480i 720p*2 720p 480i 720p*2 720p 1080i 480i 1080i*2 1080i 480i 1080i*2 1080i 1080p 480i 1080i*2 1080p unselectable unselectable unselectable
*1 For Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, When “Output Video Format” is set to set “HDMI Resolution” of “Output Video “Video” Format” to other than “480i” or “480p” in the 480i video signals are output from the LINE “Screen Settings” setup (page 44). OUT VIDEO or COMPONENT VIDEO *2 Protected content on DVDs are output at 480p jack, and 480p video signals are output from resolution. the HDMI OUT jack.
64 Specifications
System Laser: Semiconductor laser
Inputs and outputs (Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load impedance) LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L: Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL): Optical output jack/–18 dBm (wave length 660 nm) DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms HDMI OUT: Additional Information HDMI 19-pin standard connector COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR): Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p/ PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms LINE OUT VIDEO: Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms LAN (100): 100BASE-TX Terminal EXT: External memory slot (For connecting the external memory) DC output: 5 V 500 mA Max USB: USB jack Type A (For connecting digital still camera and USB memory)
General Power requirements: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption: 26 W Dimensions (approx.): 430 mm × 238 mm × 70 mm (17 in. × 9 3/8 in. × 2 7/8 in.) (width/depth/height) incl. projecting parts Mass (approx.): 2.8 kg (6 lb 2 3/4 oz) Operating temperature: 5ºC to 35ºC (41°F to 95°F) Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 %
Supplied accessories See page 13.
Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
65 Language Code List
For details, see page 48. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Code Language Code Language Code Language Code Language
not specified
Parental Control/Area Code
For details, see page 49.
Number, Area (Code) 2044, Argentina (ar) 2200, Greece (gr) 2379, Norway (no) 2047, Australia (au) 2219, Hong Kong (hk) 2427, Pakistan (pk) 2046, Austria (at) 2248, India (in) 2424, Philippines (ph) 2057, Belgium (be) 2238, Indonesia (id) 2428, Poland (pl) 2070, Brazil (br) 2239, Ireland (ie) 2436, Portugal (pt) 2079, Canada (ca) 2254, Italy (it) 2489, Russia (ru) 2090, Chile (cl) 2276, Japan (jp) 2501, Singapore (sg) 2092, China (cn) 2304, Korea (kr) 2149, Spain (es) 2093, Colombia (co) 2333, Luxembourg (lu) 2499, Sweden (se) 2115, Denmark (dk) 2363, Malaysia (my) 2086, Switzerland (ch) 2165, Finland (fi) 2362, Mexico (mx) 2543, Taiwan (tw) 2174, France (fr) 2376, Netherlands (nl) 2528, Thailand (th) 2109, Germany (de) 2390, New Zealand (nz) 2184, United Kingdom (gb)
66 Custom Rating System Chart
For details, see page 50.
Rating system Details TV Rating TV-Y All children TV-Y7 Directed to children age 7 and older TV-G General audience TV-PG Parental guidance suggested TV-14 Parents strongly cautioned TV-MA Mature audience only Movie Rating G All children and general audience PG Parental guidance suggested PG-13 Parental guidance for children under 13 R Restricted viewing, parental guidance is suggested for ages under 17 NC-17 and X No one 17 or under allowed Additional Information
67 BD-RE (page 62) Glossary BD-RE (Blu-ray Disc Rewritable) is a recordable and rewritable Blu-ray Disc, available in the same capacities as the BD AACS below. The re-recordable feature makes “Advanced Access Content System” is a extensive editing and time-shifting specification for managing digital applications possible. entertainment content stored on the next generation of prerecorded and recorded BD-ROM (page 62) optical media. The specification enables BD-ROMs (Blu-ray Disc Read-Only consumers to enjoy digital entertainment Memory) are commercially produced discs content, including high-definition content. and are available in the same capacities as the BD below. Other than conventional movie AVCHD (page 64) and video content, these discs have enhanced The AVCHD format is a high definition features such as interactive content, menu digital video camera format used to record operations using the pop-up menu, selection SD (standard definition) or HD (high of subtitle display, and slideshow. Although a definition) signals of either the 1080i BD-ROM may contain any form of data, *1 *2 specification or the 720p specification on most BD-ROM discs will contain movies in DVDs, using efficient data compression High Definition format, for playback on Blu- coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/ ray Disc/DVD players. H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM is Blu-ray Disc (BD) (page 62) used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 A disc format developed for recording/ AVC/H.264 format is capable of playing high-definition (HD) video (for compressing images at higher efficiency than HDTV, etc.), and for storing large amounts of that of the conventional image compression data. A single layer Blu-ray Disc holds up to format. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format 25 GB, and a dual-layer Blu-ray Disc holds enables a high definition (HD) video signal up to 50 GB of data. shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on DVDs in the same way as for a BRAVIA Internet Video (page 35) standard definition (SD) television signal. *1 BRAVIA Internet Video delivers streaming A high definition specification that utilizes 1080 video, audio, or other Internet content to the effective scanning lines and the interlace format. device, creating a TV viewing experience *2 A high definition specification that utilizes 720 effective scanning lines and the progressive using content from the Internet. format. Deep Color (page 46) BD-J application These are video signals for which the color The BD-ROM format supports Java for depth of signals passing through an HDMI interactive functions. jack have been enhanced. With a Non-Deep “BD-J” offers content providers almost Color-compatible player, the number of unlimited functionality when creating colors 1 pixel can express is 8 bits per interactive BD-ROM titles. component video signal (Y, PB, PR) (24 bits/ 16,777,216 colors). However, with a Deep BD-R (page 62) Color-compatible player, 1 pixel can express BD-R (Blu-ray Disc Recordable) is a more bits, such as 12 bits per component recordable, write-once Blu-ray Disc, video signal (Y, PB, PR) (36 bits). With more available in the same capacities as the BD bits, the gradation of color depth can be below. Since content can be recorded and expressed more finely, and continuous color cannot be overwritten, a BD-R can be used to changes will be displayed more smoothly. archive valuable data or storing and distributing video material.
68 Dolby Digital Plus PhotoTV HD (page 39) Developed as an extension to Dolby Digital, “PhotoTV HD” allows for a highly-detailed the audio coding technology supports 7.1 pictures, and photo-like expression of subtle multi-channel surround sound. textures and colors. By connecting Sony “PhotoTV HD” compatible devices using an Dolby TrueHD HDMI cable, whole new world of photos can Dolby TrueHD is a lossless coding be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality. technology that supports up to 8 channels of For instance, the delicate texture of the multi-channel surround sound for the next human skin, flowers, sand and waves can generation optical discs. The reproduced now be displayed on a large screen in sound is true to the original source bit-for-bit. beautiful photo-like quality.
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio Pop-up menu (page 32) Developed as an extension to DTS Digital An enhanced menu operation available on Surround format. It supports a maximum BD-ROMs. The pop-up menu appears when sampling frequency of 96 kHz, and 7.1 multi- POP UP/MENU is pressed during playback, Additional Information channel surround. and can be operated while playback is in DTS-HD High Resolution Audio has a progress. maximum transmission rate of 6 Mbps, with lossy compression (Lossy). x.v.Color (page 46) x.v.Color is a familiar term for the xvYCC DTS-HD Master Audio standard proposed by Sony. DTS-HD Master Audio has a maximum xvYCC is an international standard for color transmission rate of 24.5 Mbps, and uses space in video. lossless compression (Lossless), and DTS- This standard can express a wider color range HD Master Audio corresponds to a maximum than the currently used broadcast standard. sampling frequency of 192 kHz, and maximum of 7.1ch. 24p True Cinema (page 45) Movies shot with a film camera consist of 24 HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia frames per second. Interface) (page 15) Since conventional televisions (both CRT HDMI is an interface that supports both video and flat panels) display frames either at 1/60 and audio on a single digital connection. The or 1/50 second intervals, the 24 frames do not HDMI connection carries standard- to high- appear at an even pace. definition video signals and multi-channel When connected to a TV with 24p audio signals to AV components such as capabilities, the player displays each frame at HDMI equipped TVs, in digital form without 1/24 second intervals — the same interval degradation. originally shot with the film camera, thus The HDMI specification supports HDCP faithfully reproducing the original cinema (High-bandwidth Digital Contents image. Protection), a copy protection technology for digital entertainment content for HDMI.
LTH (Low to High) (page 63) LTH is a recording system that supports organic pigment type BD-R.
69 D O Index Deep Color 46, 68 One-Touch Play 16, 31 “Dimmer” 52 OPTIONS 9, 32, 37, 39 Words in quotations appear Disc Lock 31 “OSD” 52 in the on-screen displays. DISPLAY 9 Dolby Digital 21, 47 P Numerics Dolby Digital Plus 69 Parental Control 31, 49 24p True Cinema 69 Dolby TrueHD 69 “Parental Control Settings” DTS 21, 47 49 A DTS-HD 69 “Photo” 38 AACS 68 DVD 62 “Photo Settings” 51 ANGLE 8 PhotoTV HD 39, 69 AUDIO 8 E “Picture Quality Mode” 34 “Audio Settings” 34, 46 Easy Setup 27, 56 Play information 33 “Auto Power Off” 53 Enter characters 55 Playable discs 62 AVCHD 64, 68 External memory 23, 32, POP UP/MENU 9, 32 60 B Q Batteries 26 F “Quick Start Mode” 52 “BD Data” 33 Freeze frame 9 “BD/DVD Viewing Front panel display 11 R Settings” 48 Region code 63 BD-LIVE 23, 32 H Remote 8, 26 BD-R 62, 68 HD Audio 58 “Resetting” 56 BD-RE 62, 68 HDMI 15, 20, 28, 44, 45, Resetting the player 56 Bitstream 58 46, 59, 69 Resume 9, 31, 38 Blu-ray Disc 62, 68 HOME 9, 30, 41 BONUSVIEW 32 Home menu 41 S BRAVIA Internet Video “Screen Settings” 43 35 I Self-diagnosis function 61 BRAVIA Sync 16, 59 “Internet Video Settings” “Setup” 41 52 Slideshow 38, 40 C Slow-motion play 9 CD 62 L Software update 24, 42, “Chapter Search” 33 Language Follow 16 53 Child Lock 10, 60 Local storage 23, 32, 60 SUBTITLE 8 Color buttons 9 LTH 69 System Power-Off 16 Connecting “System Settings” 52 AV amplifier M (receiver) 19 MAC address 53 T TV 14 MP3 audio tracks 37, 62 THEATER 8, 16 “Control for HDMI” 16, “Music” 37 “Title Search” 33 31, 52, 59 TOP MENU 9, 32 N Troubleshooting 57 “Network Settings” 54 “TV Type” 43 “Network Update” 24, 42
70 U Update 24, 42 USB 40 V “Video” 30 Video output resolution 64 W Wireless bridge 25, 54 X x.v.Color 46, 69
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