4-188-205-11(1) The software of this player may be updated in the future. To find out details on any available updates, please visit: http://www.sony.
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
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 and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Notes About the Discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause it to malfunction. • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the car. • After playing, store the disc in its case. • Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.
On adjusting volume Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, your ears and the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played. On cleaning Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
IMPORTANT NOTICE Caution: This player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or onscreen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panel televisions and projection televisions are susceptible to this. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Hookups and Settings Step 1: Preparing the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 Remote sensor D Front panel display N, X: Lights up during playback or pause. : Lights up when enabling the repeat setting. : Lights up when outputting 720p/ 1080i/1080p video signals. E N (play) F x (stop) G Z (open/close) H (USB) jack Connect a USB device to this jack.
Remote The available functions of the remote differ depending on the disc or the situation. 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. [/1 (on/standby) Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode. B Number buttons (0 - 9) Enters the title/chapter numbers, etc. VOL +/– Adjusts the TV volume. THEATER (page 35) Switches to the optimum video mode for watching movies automatically.
HOME Enters the player’s home menu. Displays the wall paper when pressed on the category icon of the home menu. RETURN Returns to the previous display. Skips to the previous/next chapter, track, or file.
Step 1: Preparing the Player Check that you have the following items: • Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Hookups and Settings Checking the supplied accessories Preparing the remote Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment.
Step 2: Connecting the Player Do not connect the AC power cord until you have made all the connections. Connecting to your TV 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.
b Do not connect the player through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television. Connecting to your AV amplifier (receiver) Hookups and Settings 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 24).
*1 Step 3: Easy Setup *2 When turned on for the first time Wait for a short while before the player turns on and starts “Easy Setup.” 1 Plug the player into the AC outlet. to AC outlet 2 Press [/1 to turn on the player. 3 Turn on the TV, then switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen. 4 Perform “Easy Setup.” Follow the on-screen instructions to make the basic settings using
Connecting to the Network Wired Setup LAN cable (not supplied) Broadband router ADSL modem/ Cable modem Hookups and Settings Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the player. Internet To set the network settings Select “Network Settings,” “Internet Settings,” then “Wired Setup” (page 27), and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Wireless Setup Use a wireless LAN that is built into the player.
Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable discs” (page 33). 1 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen. 2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place a disc on the disc tray. Playing side facing down 3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. appears on the home menu and playback starts. If playback does not start automatically, select in the (Video), (Music), or (Photo) category, and press ENTER.
z To delete data in the internal memory or USB memory, select “Erase BD Data” in the (Video), and press ENTER. When the USB memory is used as local storage, all data stored in the buda/budb folder will be erased. Enjoying Blu-ray 3D Displaying the play information You can check the playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY. The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and player status.
Playing from a USB Device You can play video/music/photo files on the connected USB device. For playable USB devices, see “Playable types of files” (page 34). 1 Connect the USB device to the USB jack on the player. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the USB device before connecting. USB device 2 Select (Video), (Music), or (Photo) on the home menu using
Playing files on a DLNA server Plays video/music/photo files on your home server, such as a DLNA certified PC by connecting the player to the home network. 1 Prepare for playing files on a DLNA server. 2 3 Select (Video), (Music), or (Photo) on the home menu using
(Video) only (Music) only Items Details Items Details 3D Output Setting Sets whether or not to output 3D video automatically. AV SYNC Adjusts the gap between picture and sound, by delaying the sound output in relation to the picture output (0 to 120 milliseconds). Add Slideshow BGM Registers music files in the USB memory as slideshow BGM. Video Settings • Picture Quality Mode: Selects the picture settings for different lighting environments.
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. Select (Setup) on the home menu using
Network Update Select “OK” to update the player’s software via the network. z • We recommend the network update every 2 months or so. • For information about update functions, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/bluraysupport/ Screen Settings 3D Output Setting Auto Normally select this. Off Select this to display all content in 2D. TV Screen Size Setting for 3D Sets the screen size of your 3D-compatible TV.
Cinema Conversion Mode Auto Video Normally select this. The player automatically detects whether the material is video-based or film-based, and switches to the appropriate conversion method. The conversion method suited for video-based material will always be selected regardless of the material. 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.
DTS Neo:6 Audio Settings Cinema Performs “DTS Neo:6 Cinema” mode decoding. A source recorded in 2-channel format is decoded into 7 channels. Music Performs “DTS Neo:6 Music” mode decoding. A source recorded in 2-channel format is decoded into 7 channels. This setting is ideal for normal stereo sources such as CDs. Off Turns off “DTS Neo:6” decoding. Audio (HDMI) Auto PCM Normally select this. Outputs audio signals according to the status of the connected HDMI device.
Parental Control Settings BD/DVD Menu Password Selects the default menu language for BDROMs 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 38). Sets or changes the password for the Parental Control function. A password allows you to set a restriction on BD-ROM or DVD VIDEO, and Internet video playback.
Music Settings Super Audio CD Playback Layer System Settings OSD Super Audio CD Plays the Super Audio CD layer. Selects your language for the player onscreen displays. CD Plays the CD layer. Dimmer Bright Bright lighting. Plays the 2ch area. Dark Low lighting. Plays the multi-channel area. Off Turns off the lighting during playback. Low lighting other than during playback.
Software Update Notification On Sets the player to inform you of newer software version information (page 22). Off Turns off the function. Gracenote Settings Auto Downloads the disc information when “Playback History List” or “Information Display” is selected in the options menu. DivX(R) VOD (Canada models only) For details, visit the following website: vod.divx.com System Information Displays the player’s software version information and the MAC address.
Easy Setup Re-runs the “Easy Setup” to make the basic settings. Follow the on-screen instructions. Resetting Reset to Factory Default Settings You can reset the player settings to the factory default by selecting the group of settings. All the settings within the group will be reset. Initialize Personal Information You can erase your personal information stored in the player.
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. Picture There is no picture or the picture is not output correctly. Additional Information Additional Information , Check that all the connecting cables are securely connected (page 12). , Switch the input selector on your TV to display the signal from the player.
Sound There is no sound or the sound is not output correctly. , Check that all the connecting cables are securely connected (page 12). , Switch the input selector on your AV amplifier (receiver) so that the audio signals of the player are output from your AV amplifier (receiver). , If the audio signal does not come through the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/ COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack, check the audio settings (page 24). , For HDMI connections, try the following: 1Turn the player off and on again.
Network connection The player cannot connect to the network. , Check the network connection (page 15) and the network settings (page 27). You cannot connect your PC to the Internet after “Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)” is performed. You cannot connect the player to the wireless LAN router. , Check if the wireless LAN router is on.
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 resume point may be cleared from memory depending on the disc when – you open the disc tray. – you disconnect the USB device. – you play other content. – you turn off the player. The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED” or “TLK ON” appears on the front panel display.
General Specifications System Laser: Semiconductor laser Inputs and outputs Wireless Wireless LAN standard: IEEE802.11a/b/g/n Frequency range: U.S. models: 2.4 GHz band: Channels 1-11 5 GHz band: Channels 36-64, 100-140, 149-165 Canada models: 2.4 GHz band: Channels 1-11 5 GHz band: Channels 36-64, 100-116, 132-140, 149-165 Modulation: DS-SS Modem and OFDM Modem Supplied accessories See page 11. Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
Discs that cannot be played • • • • • • • • • BDs with cartridge DVD-RAMs HD DVDs DVD Audio discs PHOTO CDs Data part of CD-Extras VCDs/Super VCDs Audio material side on DualDiscs A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL (this player conforms to the NTSC color system). Playable types of files Video File format Extensions MPEG-1 Video/ PS*1*5 MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS*1*6 “.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” DivX*2 “.avi,” “.
*5 The player does not play this file format on a DLNA server. *6 The player can only play standard definition video on a DLNA server. b About the BRAVIA Sync features (for HDMI connections only) By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the “Control for HDMI” function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as below: • One-Touch Play With one touch of the following buttons, the connected TV turns on and the input selector on the TV is switched to the player automatically.
About wireless LAN security Since communication via the wireless LAN function is established by radio waves, the wireless signal may be susceptible to interception. To protect wireless communication, this player supports various security functions. Be sure to correctly configure the security settings in accordance with your network environment.
• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Mark is a mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™” and “Wi-Fi Protected Setup™” are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance. • DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED® are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance. • Other system and product names are generally trademarks or registered trademarks of the manufacturers.
Language code list For details, see “BD/DVD Viewing Settings” (page 25). The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language not specified Parental control/area code For details, see “Parental Control Area Code” (page 25).
D P Parental Control 25 “Parental Control Settings” 25 Play information 17 Playable discs 33 POP UP/MENU 9 3D 17 “3D Output Setting” 22 Deep Color 23 “Dimmer” 26 DISPLAY 10 DLNA 19, 27 Dolby Digital 24 “DSD Output Mode” 24 DTS 24 DVD 33 A E AUDIO 9 “Audio Settings” 24 “Easy Setup” 14, 28 Index Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays.
