Operating instructions
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Connection
Broadband Internet Connection
By connecting this player to the Internet, you can enjoy a variety of content on 
your TV using BD-LIVE functions, video on demand services (e-Contents), home 
networks and also perform software updates. 
NOTE 
•  Be sure to turn off this player and the equipment before making any connections.
 Wired Connection (LAN Cable)
Connect a LAN cable (commercially available) to the ETHERNET terminal of this 
player (1) and the LAN port of the broadband router (2).
LAN
LAN cable
*
PC
Internet Modem Broadband 
router
* 
Commercially available
NOTE 
•  Use a LAN cable/router supporting 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.
•  SHARP cannot guarantee that all brands’ broadband routers will operate with this 
player.
CAUTION 
•  When using a broadband Internet connection, a contract with an Internet service 
provider is required. For more details, contact your nearest Internet service provider.
•  Refer to the operation manual of the equipment you have as the connected equipment 
and connection method may differ depending on your Internet environment.
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After connecting
• Perform the communication settings. (Pages 48–49)
• When enjoying BD-LIVE functions, see pages 28 and 46.
• When enjoying video on demand services (e-Contents), see page 55.
• To play back files via the Home Network, see page 36.
• To update the software via the Internet, perform Software Update Settings. 
(Pages 51–52)
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