4-410-140-11(1) Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD Player Operating Instructions Getting Started Playback Internet Settings and Adjustments Additional Information BDP-S590/BX59
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television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. – Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. – Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
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On replacement of parts In the events that this player is repaired, repaired parts may be collected for reuse or recycling purposes. On connecting to the HDMI OUT jack Observe the following as improper handling 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 connector is not upside down or tilted. • Be sure to disconnect the HDMI cable when moving the player. information.
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Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Getting Started Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 1: Supplied Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Step 2: Connecting the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Getting Started Guide to Parts and Controls Front panel z The N button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player. A [/1 (on/standby) Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode. B Disc tray C Front panel display D Z (open/close) E N (play) F x (stop) 10 G (USB) jack Connect a USB device to this jack. H Remote sensor To lock the disc tray (Child Lock) You can lock the disc tray to avoid accidental opening of the tray.
Rear panel E HDMI OUT jack B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack F LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks C G DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (USB) jack Getting Started A LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack D LAN (100) terminal 11
The player automatically returns to standby mode Remote The available functions of the remote are different depending on the disc or the situation. If any button on the player or remote is not pressed for more than 30 minutes, the player automatically returns to standby mode. A Z OPEN/CLOSE Opens or closes the disc tray. -TV- INPUT Switches between TV and other input sources. -TV- [/1 (on/standby) Turns on the TV, or sets to standby mode.
POP UP/MENU Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up Menu, or the DVD’s menu. OPTIONS (page 24) Displays the available options on the screen. RETURN Returns to the previous display. Skips to the previous/next chapter, track, or file. X PAUSE Pauses or re-starts playback. m/M (fast reverse/fast forward) • Fast reverse/fast forward the disc when you press the button during playback.
Step 1: Supplied Accessories Check that you have the following items: • Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1) • High Speed HDMI Cable (1) (BDP-BX59 only) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) 14
Step 2: Connecting the Player Do not connect the AC power cord until you have made all the connections. Connecting to your TV Getting Started Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV. Match the color of the plug to that of the jack when connecting. High quality High Speed HDMI Cable* Audio/video cable (supplied) Standard quality * See “Step 1: Supplied Accessories” (page 14). b Do not connect the player through a VCR.
Connecting to your AV amplifier (receiver) Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your AV amplifier (receiver). When you select A or B, make the appropriate settings in the [Audio Settings] setup (page 29). High Speed HDMI Cable*1 High Speed HDMI Cable (not supplied) t Set [BD Audio MIX Setting] (page 29). Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) or Optical digital cable (not supplied) t Set [Dolby Digital*2/ DTS*3] (page 30).
Audio/video cable (supplied) *1 *3 Getting Started *2 See “Step 1: Supplied Accessories” (page 14). Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
Step 3: Preparing for Network Connection If you are not going to connect the player to a network, proceed to “Step 4: Easy Setup” (page 18). Wired Setup Step 4: Easy Setup When turned on for the first time Wait for a short while before the player turns on and starts [Easy Initial Settings]. 1 Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. 2 Plug the player into the AC outlet.
5 Perform [Easy Initial Settings]. Follow the on-screen instructions to make the basic settings using
Playback Playing a Disc For playable discs, see page 38. 1 2 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen. Enjoying BONUSVIEW/ BD-LIVE Some BD-ROMs with the “BD-LIVE” logo* have bonus contents and other data that can be downloaded for your enjoyment. * 1 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on the disc tray. Connect a USB memory to the USB jack on the player (page 10). Use a 1 GB or larger USB memory as your local storage.
Enjoying Blu-ray 3D Example: when playing a BD-ROM You can enjoy a Blu-ray 3D Disc with the “Blu-ray 3D” logo*. * 1 • Connect the player to your 3Dcompatible devices using a High Speed HDMI Cable. • Set [3D Output Setting] and [TV Screen Size Setting for 3D] in the [Screen Settings] setup (page 28). A Output resolution/Video frequency Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc. D The currently selected audio setting The operation method differs depending on the disc.
2 Select [Video], [Music], or [Photo] on the home menu using
To play a file from a DLNA server via this unit (DLNA player) Server Player You can play music files on the player (PARTY host) in other rooms simultaneously through Sony products (PARTY guest) which are compatible with DLNA and the PARTY STREAMING function, or vice versa. 1 To play a file from a DLNA server via another product (Renderer) Prepare for PARTY STREAMING. • Connect the player to a network (page 18). • Connect the products which are compatible with the PARTY STREAMING function to a network.
x Available Options Various settings and playback operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. x x Common options x [Repeat Setting]: Sets the repeat mode. x x x x [3D Menu]: – [Simulated 3D]: Adjusts the simulated 3D effect. – [3D Depth Adjustment]: Adjusts the depth of 3D image. – [2D Playback]: Sets playback to 2D image. [Play]/[Stop]: Starts or stops the playback. [Play from beginning]: Plays the item from the beginning.
x x [Close PARTY]: Closes a PARTY Playback which the player is participating in. The PARTY STREAMING function ends for all other participating products. [Music Search]: Displays information on the audio CD (CDDA) based on Gracenote technology. Searches for related information using keywords from Gracenote when selecting [Track], [Artist] or [Related]. Displays a list of titles when selecting [Playback History] or [Search History].
Internet browser display Internet Browsing Websites You can connect to the Internet and enjoy websites. 1 You can check the website information by pressing DISPLAY. The display information differs depending on the website and page status. Prepare the Internet Browser. Connect the player to a network (page 18). 2 Select [Network] on the home menu using
x Available options x x x x x x x Internet Various settings and operations are available by pressing OPTIONS. The available items differ depending on the situation. x [Browser Setup]: Displays the Internet Browser settings. – [Zoom]: Increases or decreases the size of the displayed contents. – [JavaScript Setup]: Enables or disables JavaScript. – [Cookie Setup]: Sets whether or not to accept cookies. – [SSL Alarm Display]: Enables or disables SSL.
x [TV Type] Settings and Adjustments Using the Settings Displays Select [Setup] on the home menu when you need to change the settings of the player. The default settings are underlined. 1 Select [Setup] on the home menu using
x [Output Video Format] x [HDMI Deep Color Output] [HDMI]: Normally select [Auto]. Select [Original Resolution] to output the resolution recorded on the disc. When the resolution is lower than the SD resolution, it is scaled up to the SD resolution. [Video]: Automatically sets the lowest resolution. [Auto]: Normally select this. [16bit]/[12bit]/[10bit]: Outputs 16bit/ 12bit/10bit video signals when the connected TV is compatible with Deep Color.
x [Dolby Digital / DTS] [Downmix PCM]: Converts to output Linear PCM signals. Select this when connecting an audio device without a built-in Dolby Digital or DTS decoder. [Bitstream]: Select this when connecting an audio device with a built-in Dolby Digital or DTS decoder. x [DTS Neo:6] [Cinema]/[Music]: Outputs the simulated multi-channel sound from 2 channel sources via the HDMI OUT jack according to the capability of the connected device using DTS Neo:6 Cinema or DTS Neo:6 Music mode.
[Parental Control Settings] [Music Settings] x [Super Audio CD Playback Layer] x [Password] Sets or changes the password for the Parental Control function. A password allows you to set a restriction on BDROM or DVD VIDEO, and Internet video playback. If necessary, you can differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs, DVD VIDEOs, and Internet videos. [Super Audio CD]: Plays the Super Audio CD layer. [CD]: Plays the CD layer. x [Super Audio CD Playback Channel] [DSD 2ch]: Plays the 2ch area.
x [HDMI: Linked to TV-off] x [System Information] [On]: Automatically turns off the player and HDMI-compatible components when the connected TV enters standby mode (BRAVIA Sync). [Off]: Turns off the function. Displays the player’s software version information and the MAC address. x [Software License Information] Displays information about the Software License. x [Quick Start Mode] [On]: Shortens the startup time when turning on the player. [Off]: Reduces standby power consumption.
x [Renderer Options] [Auto Access Permission]: Sets whether or not to allow automatic access from newly detected DLNA controllercompatible product. [Renderer Name]: Displays the player’s name as it is listed on other DLNA products on the network. x [Renderer Access Control] Displays a list of DLNA controllercompatible products and sets whether or not each product is accessible via this player.
Output] setting in the [Screen Settings] setup (page 29). Additional Information Troubleshooting The display language on the screen switches automatically when connected to the HDMI OUT jack. 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.
, The device connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not support the audio format of the player. Check the audio settings (page 29). The HD Audio (Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, and DTS-HD Master Audio) is not output by bitstream. , Set [BD Audio MIX Setting] to [Off] in the [Audio Settings] setup (page 29). , Check that the connected AV amplifier (receiver) is compatible with each HD Audio format. , Check if the USB device is on.
You cannot connect the player to the wireless LAN router. , Check if the wireless LAN router is on. , Depending on the surrounding environment, such as the wall material, radio wave receiving condition, or obstacles between the player and the wireless LAN router, the communication distance may be shortened. Move the player and the wireless LAN router closer to each other. , Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band, such as a microwave, Bluetooth, or digital cordless device, may interrupt the communication.
The System Power-Off function does not work (BRAVIA Sync). , Check that [Control for HDMI] and [HDMI: Linked to TV-off] are set to [On] (page 31). Others Playback does not start from the beginning of content. , Press OPTIONS, and select [Play from beginning]. Playback does not start from the resume point where you last stopped playing. The disc tray does not open and “LOCK” or “D ON” appears on the front panel display. , When “LOCK” appears, the player is locked.
Supplied accessories Specifications See page 14. System Specifications and design are subject to change without notice. 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: HDMI 19-pin standard connector LINE OUT VIDEO: Phono jack/1.
• A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL (this player conforms to the NTSC color system). Note on Discs Playable types of files Video This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. DualDiscs and some of the music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies do not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, therefore, these discs may not be playable by this product.
*1 *2 *3 *4 *5 *6 *7 *8 The player does not play coded files such as DRM. The player may not play this file format on a DLNA server. The player can only play standard definition video on a DLNA server. This player can play AVCHD Ver.2.0 format. The player plays AVCHD format files that are recorded on a digital video camera, etc. The AVCHD format disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. The player does not play coded files such as Lossless.
Notes About the Discs While holding down -TV- [/1, enter the TV manufacturer’s code using the number buttons. If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV. Manufacturer Code number Sony 01 (default) Hitachi 02 LG/Goldstar 04 Mitsubishi/MGA 13 NEC 04 Panasonic 19 Philips 21 Pioneer 16 RCA 10 Samsung 20 Sharp 18 Toshiba 07 Additional Information • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge.
Code Language Language code list For details, see [BD/DVD Viewing Settings] (page 30). The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Parental control/area code For details, see [Parental Control Area Code] (page 31).
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