Page 2 - WARNING; FCC WARNING; Notes About the Discs
2 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. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshin...
Page 3 - Precautions; On safety
3 • If you have printed the disc’s label, dry the label before playing. • Do not use the following discs. – A lens cleaning disc.– A disc that has a non- standard shape (e.g., card, heart). – A disc with a label or sticker on it. – A disc that has cellophane tape or sticker adhesive on it. • Do not ...
Page 4 - IMPORTANT NOTICE
4 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. On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners (including wet or spray types). These may cause th...
Page 5 - About this manual
5 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 no...
Page 6 - Table of Contents; Hookups and Settings
6 Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 8 - TV; ANGLE; Remote
8 Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages in parentheses. Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player. b The available functions of the remote differ depending on the disc or the situation. A THEA...
Page 9 - RETURN; PAUSE
9 C Color buttons (RED/GREEN/BLUE/YELLOW) Short cut keys for BD’s interactive functions. D TOP MENU (page 32) Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top Menu. POP UP/MENU (page 32) Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up Menu, or the DVD’s menu. OPTIONS (page 32, 39) The options menu that can be selected app...
Page 10 - Blu-ray Disc indicator; Front panel
10 The N button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player. A [ / 1 (on/standby) (page 27) Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode. B Disc tray (page 30) C Blu-ray Disc indicator Lights up in white when the player is turned on.Lights up in blue when playing ...
Page 11 - Playback information; When playing a CD; Network connection indicator; Front panel display
11 A N , X Lights up during playback or pause. B HD (page 44) Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/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 t...
Page 12 - Ventilation holes; Rear panel
12 A DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (page 21) B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (page 21) C LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks (page 17, 18, 22) D LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (page 18) E EXT slot (page 23) F Ventilation holes The ventilation fan is inside the player. G AC IN terminal (page 25) H LAN (100) terminal (page 2...
Page 13 - Hookups and
13 Hooku p s a nd Settings Hookups and Settings 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)• Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Follow steps 1 through 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the playe...
Page 14 - Step 1: Connecting to Your TV; About video/HDMI OUT jacks
14 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 HD...
Page 15 - Notes on connecting to the HDMI OUT jack; About indicators for HDMI connection; Connecting to an HDMI jack
15 Hooku p s a nd Settings 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...
Page 16 - To prepare for the BRAVIA Sync features
16 b • Not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case of 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the LINE OUT VIDEO jack. If there ar...
Page 17 - Connecting to component video jacks (Y, P
17 Hooku p s a nd Settings 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. b When you connect the player and TV using a component video...
Page 18 - Connecting to audio/video jacks
18 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. Connecting to audio/video jacks Audio/video cable (supplied) : Signal flow Match the color of the plug to that of the jack. Blu-ray Disc/DVD play...
Page 19 - About audio/HDMI OUT jacks
19 Hooku p s a nd Settings 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). z For correct speaker location, refer to...
Page 22 - Connecting to audio L/R jacks
22 If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input jacks, use this connection. Connecting to audio L/R jacks AV amplifier (receiver) Audio/video cable (supplied) : Signal flow Blu-ray Disc/DVD player (white) (red) (white) (red) Match the color of the plug to that of the jack.
Page 23 - To remove the external memory
23 Hooku p s a nd Settings Step 3: Inserting the External Memory To enjoy additional content (such as BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE) on certain Blu-ray Disc titles, you will need to use external memory (not supplied). Insert the external memory device (1 GB or larger USB flash memory, such as Sony USM2GL, USM4G...
Page 24 - To enjoy the BD-LIVE function
24 Step 4: Connecting to the Network 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) termina...
Page 26 - Available buttons
26 Step 6: Preparing the Remote You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player (page 10). b • Use ...
Page 27 - Code numbers of controllable TVs; When turned on for the first time
27 Hooku p s a nd Settings 1 While holding down TV [ / 1 , enter the TV’s manufacturer code using the number buttons. For instance, to enter “09,” press “0” then “9.” Code numbers of controllable TVs If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that ...
Page 28 - When you select “HDMI” in step 6
28 4 Select a language for the on-screen displays using M / m , and press ENTER. The initial settings message appears. 5 Select “Start,” and press ENTER. 6 Select the cable type used to connect the player and your TV, and press ENTER. b When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks ...
Page 29 - When you select “Video” in step 6
29 Hooku p s a nd Settings b If no picture appears, press RETURN to return to the previous screen, and change the resolution setting. 2 Select “Finish,” and press ENTER.The display asks for confirmation. 3 Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press ENTER. When you select “Video” in step 6 Select an aspect r...
Page 30 - Playback
30 Playback Playing BDs/DVDs 1 Switch the input selector on your TV so 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. 3 Press Z on the player to close the disc tray. • When you insert a commercially available BD-ROM or DVD VIDEO...
Page 32 - Available OPTIONS; To display Top Menu; To display Pop-up Menu; Using the BD’s or DVD’s menu
32 Available OPTIONS 1 Press OPTIONS.The options menu appears. 2 Select an item using M / m , and press ENTER.The available items differ depending on the disc type or player situation. To display Top Menu When you play a BD or DVD, you can display the Top Menu. 1 Press TOP MENU during playback.The T...
Page 33 - To delete all data; Select a search method using; The current selected angle; Searching for a Title/Chapter
33 P layback 6 Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE. The operation method differs depending on the disc. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the disc. To delete all data 1 Press HOME. 2 Select (Video) using < / , . 3 Select “BD Data” using M , and press OPTIONS. 4 Select “Erase,” and ...
Page 34 - To adjust the audio characteristics; To adjust the picture
34 To adjust the audio characteristics 1 Press OPTIONS during playback.The options menu appears. 2 Select “Audio Settings” using M / m , and press ENTER.The “Audio Settings” screen appears. 3 Select an item using M / m , and press ENTER.The default settings are underlined. 4 Select or adjust the set...
Page 35 - or ENTER for
35 P layback Playing Video Files via a 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. z To enjoy the BRAVIA Internet Video service, we recommend the following connect...
Page 36 - Available OPTIONS during playback; Various playback operations
36 Available OPTIONS during playback 1 Press OPTIONS during playback. The options menu appears. 2 Select an item using M / m , and press ENTER.The available items differ depending on Internet content providers. Various playback operations About messages You can find important messages about new feat...
Page 37 - Playing music CDs
37 P layback Playing Music CDs and MP3 Audio Tracks 1 Insert a music CD. The Music Player screen appears. 2 Press N PLAY. Playback starts. To select a music CD track 1 Press HOME. 2 Select (Music) using < / , . 3 Select , and press ENTER. The music list appears. 4 Select a track using M / m , and...
Page 38 - Playing Photo Files; Select a file or folder using
38 b • The point where you stopped playing (resume point) is cleared from memory when:– you open the disc tray, or– you turn off the player. • The player can play the following MP3 audio tracks.– Format: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3– Sampling frequency: 32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz– Number of channels: Monaural o...
Page 39 - Various photo playback operations
39 P layback Available OPTIONS during playback 1 Press OPTIONS during playback.The options menu appears. 2 Select an item using M / m , and press ENTER.The available items differ depending on the situation. Various photo playback operations b • When you attempt to play the following photo files, the...
Page 40 - Playing from a USB device
40 You can play photo files on the connected USB device. 1 Connect the USB device to the USB jack on the player. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the USB device before connecting. b • Some USB devices may not work with this player. • The player can recognize: – Mass Storage Class (MSC) ...
Page 41 - Settings and
41 Settin g s and Adju st m ents Settings and Adjustments 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 deta...
Page 42 - Setting list; Network Update; Select “Network Update” using
42 Setting list You can setup the following options. Network Update You can update and improve the functions of the player. We recommend the network update every 2 months or so.For information about update functions, visit the following website:http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ 1 Select “Network Upd...
Page 43 - Screen Settings; TV Type
43 Settin g s and Adju st m ents To update the software using an update disc You can update and improve the functions of the player using an update disc provided by Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. 1 Insert the update disc.The display asks for confirmation. 2 Select “OK,” and p...
Page 44 - TV Connection Method; DVD Aspect Ratio; Cinema Conversion Mode; Output Video Format
44 Selects the display configuration for playback of 16:9 screen pictures on a 4:3 screen TV (effective when “TV Type” is set to “4:3” and “Screen Format” is set to “Fixed Aspect Ratio”). b Depending on the DVD, “Letter Box” may be selected automatically instead of “Pan & Scan” or vice versa. Se...
Page 45 - HDMI Resolution/Component Resolution
45 Settin g s and Adju st m ents 3 Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press ENTER.Follow the on-screen instructions. The HD indicator lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video signals. b • If no picture appears after changing the “Output Video Format” settings, hold down x on the player for more th...
Page 46 - Audio Settings; HDMI Deep Color Output
46 Sets the Deep Color (color depth) setting for video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack.The color depth is indicated by the number of bits, and more colors can be reproduced as the value increases. The player supports a color depth of up to 12 bits. Connecting the player and a TV that supports ...
Page 47 - Dolby Digital
47 Settin g s and Adju st m ents Selects the audio signals output when playing Dolby Digital discs.This setting affects the output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/OPTICAL) jack. Selects the audio signals output when playing DTS discs. This setting affects the output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/OPTIC...
Page 48 - Settings; Audio; BD Internet Connection
48 BD/DVD Viewing Settings The default settings are underlined. Selects the default menu 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). Sel...
Page 49 - Parental Control; To change the password; Password
49 Settin g s and Adju st m ents Parental Control Settings The default settings are underlined. Sets or changes the password for the Parental Control function. A password allows you to set a restriction on BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, and Internet video playback. If necessary, you can differentiate the restri...
Page 50 - DVD Parental Control
50 b • If you forget the password, reset the player (page 56) and set a new password (see “Password” on page 49). • When you play discs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this player. • Depending on the disc, you may be asked to change the Parental Control...
Page 51 - Photo Settings; Internet Video Unrated; Slideshow Speed
51 Settin g s and Adju st m ents Sets whether or not to play unrated Internet videos. 1 Select “Internet Video Unrated” in “Parental Control Settings,” and press ENTER. 2 Enter your four-digit password using the number buttons. 3 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. 4 Select whether or not to play unrated ...
Page 52 - Select your region using; System Settings
52 Internet Video Settings Set your region to receive services from Internet content providers. 1 Select “Region” in “Internet Video Settings,” and press ENTER. 2 Select your region using M / m , and press ENTER. 3 Enter your ZIP code using the number buttons. 4 Select “OK,” and press ENTER. You can...
Page 53 - Auto Power Off; Auto Display; Software Update Notification; System Information
53 Settin g s and Adju st m ents The player automatically turns off if you do not press any of the buttons on the player or remote for more than 30 minutes, unless you are playing BDs/DVDs/CDs/photo files or are updating software. The screen saver image appears when you do not use the player for mor...
Page 54 - Network Settings; Internet Settings
54 Network Settings These items are necessary when you connect to the Internet via a LAN cable. Enter the respective (alphanumeric) values for your broadband router or wireless LAN router. The items that need to be set may differ, depending on the Internet service provider or the router. For details...
Page 55 - To enter characters
55 Settin g s and Adju st m ents 7 Select “Save & Connect,” and press ENTER. The network diagnostic starts. Results are displayed after the player finishes the network diagnostic. If an error message appears, follow the on-screen instructions.For further details, visit the following website and ...
Page 56 - Easy Setup; Resetting; Select “Start” using
56 Easy Setup Re-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic settings. 1 Select “Easy Setup,” and press ENTER. 2 Select “Start” using < / , , and press ENTER. 3 Follow the instructions for “Step 7: Easy Setup” (page 27) from step 4. Resetting You can reset the player settings to the factory default by ...
Page 57 - Additional; The power does not turn on.; Power
57 A d d iti o n a l I n fo rm a tio n Additional Information 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....
Page 58 - There is no picture/picture noise appears.; The picture is not output correctly.; The sound volume is low.; Picture
58 See also “Connecting to an HDMI jack” (page 15) when connecting equipment using the HDMI cable. There is no picture/picture noise appears. , Check that all the connecting cables are securely connected. , Check whether the connecting cables are damaged. , Check the connection to your TV (page 14) ...
Page 60 - Operation
60 The external memory is not recognized. , Try the following: 1 Turn the player off. 2 (USM1GH only) Align the V mark of the EXT slot with the V mark on the external memory, and insert the external memory. 3 Turn the player on. 4 Check that the EXT indicator lights up in the front panel display. Bo...
Page 61 - The player does not respond to any button.; Self-Diagnosis Function; BRAVIA Internet Video
61 A d d iti o n a l I n fo rm a tio n The disc tray does not open and you cannot remove the disc even after you press Z . , Try the following: 1 Turn the player off, and disconnect the AC power cord. 2 Reconnect the AC power cord while pressing down Z on the player. 3 Keep pressing down Z on the pl...
Page 62 - Playable Discs; Notes about BD-ROM compatibility
62 Playable Discs * MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data.MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thoms...
Page 63 - Discs that cannot be played; Note on playback operations of BDs/DVDs
63 A d d iti o n a l I n fo rm a tio n 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• HD layer on Super Audio CDs• Audio material side on DualDiscs• BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs with a different region code (page 63). •...
Page 64 - What is the AVCHD format?; Video Output Resolution; When “Output Video Format” is set to
64 About playback of discs recorded in AVCHD format This player can play AVCHD format discs. What is the AVCHD format? The AVCHD format is a high-definition digital video camera format used to record SD (standard definition) or HD (high definition) signals of either the 1080i specification *1 or the...
Page 65 - Specifications; System; Inputs and outputs; General; Supplied accessories
65 A d d iti o n a l I n fo rm a tio n 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)...
Page 67 - Custom Rating System Chart
67 A d d iti o n a l I n fo rm a tio n Custom Rating System Chart For details, see page 50. Rating system Details TV Rating TV-YTV-Y7TV-GTV-PGTV-14TV-MA All childrenDirected to children age 7 and olderGeneral audienceParental guidance suggestedParents strongly cautionedMature audience only Movie Rat...
Page 68 - Glossary; AACS
68 Glossary AACS “Advanced Access Content System” is a specification for managing digital entertainment content stored on the next generation of prerecorded and recorded optical media. The specification enables consumers to enjoy digital entertainment content, including high-definition content. AVCH...
Page 69 - Dolby Digital Plus
69 A d d iti o n a l I n fo rm a tio n Dolby Digital Plus Developed as an extension to Dolby Digital, the audio coding technology supports 7.1 multi-channel surround sound. Dolby TrueHD Dolby TrueHD is a lossless coding technology that supports up to 8 channels of multi-channel surround sound for th...
Page 70 - Index; Numerics
70 Index Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays. Numerics 24p True Cinema 69 A AACS 68 ANGLE 8 AUDIO 8 “Audio Settings” 34 , 46 “Auto Power Off” 53 AVCHD 64 , 68 B Batteries 26 “BD Data” 33 “BD/DVD Viewing Settings” 48 BD-LIVE 23 , 32 BD-R 62 , 68 BD-RE 62 , 68 Bitstream 58 Blu-ray Dis...
