Page 2 - WARNING; FCC WARNING
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. The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop. Batteries or batteries instal...
Page 3 - Important Safety Instructions
3 particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 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 re...
Page 4 - Precautions; On placement
4 Precautions This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 meters. On placement • Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player. • Do not place the player on a...
Page 5 - On connecting to the HDMI OUT jack; On watching 3D video images
5 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 sur...
Page 6 - Copyrights and Trademarks
6 To request additional information about Cinavia by mail, send a postcard with your mailing address to: Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O. Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA. Copyrights and Trademarks • “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD 3D/ Progressive” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation an...
Page 9 - Table of Contents; Hookups and Settings
9 Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 10 - Guide to Parts and Controls; Disc tray; Front panel
10 Guide to Parts and Controls A [ / 1 (on/standby) Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode. B Disc tray C 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. D Z (open/close) E...
Page 11 - Rear panel
11 A LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack C Ventilation holes D CONTROL S IN / IR IN jack If you have a CONTROL S-compatible Sony TV or AV amplifier (receiver), use a CONTROL S cable (not supplied) to connect to the CONTROL S (output) jack. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with...
Page 12 - Remote
12 The available functions of the remote differ depending on the disc or the situation. z • Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player. • Gray-colored buttons glow in the dark. The player automatically returns to standb...
Page 14 - Home menu display
14 The home menu appears when you press HOME. Select a category using < / , . Select an item using M / m , then press ENTER. [Setup]: Adjusts the player settings. [Photo]: Displays photos. [Music]: Plays music. [Video]: Plays videos. [Network]: Displays network items. Home menu display Item Categ...
Page 15 - Step 1: Connecting the Player; Connecting to your TV
15 H o o ku p s an d Set tings Hookups and Settings Step 1: Connecting the Player Do not connect the AC power cord until you have made all the other connections.For supplied accessories, see “Supplied accessories” (page 43). Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks...
Page 16 - Connecting to your AV amplifier (receiver)
16 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 33). Connecting to your AV amplifier (receiver) t Set [BD Audio MIX Setting] (page 33). High Spee...
Page 17 - About AV Separation Mode
17 H o o ku p s an d Set tings About AV Separation Mode This mode allows you to output video signals via the HDMI OUT 1 jack and audio signals via the HDMI OUT 2 jack separately (page 36).Example:The illustration below shows an example where a TV (3D-compatible) and an AV amplifier (not 3D-compatibl...
Page 18 - Before setting the network settings; Wired Setup
18 Step 2: Preparing for Network Connection Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the player. z Using a shielded interface cable (LAN cable) is recommended. Use the wireless LAN that is built into the player. z Use a wireless LAN router supporting 802.11b/g or 802.11b/g/n. Before s...
Page 20 - Playback; Playing a Disc; Press
20 Playback Playing a Disc For playable discs, see “Playable discs” (page 43). 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. 3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. Playback starts.If...
Page 21 - using
21 Pl a yback 2 Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc. The operation method differs depending on the disc. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the disc. z Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV and the connected device. You can check playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY....
Page 22 - Playing via a Network; Prepare for using DLNA.
22 Playing via a Network Serves as a gateway delivering the selected Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment straight to your player. z Some Internet content requires registration via a PC before it can be played.For further details, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com...
Page 23 - Select a track in; To close the PARTY
23 Pl a yback 2 Select the DLNA Server icon from [Video], [Music], or [Photo] on the home menu. 3 Select the file you want to play using M / m , and press ENTER. To control the player using another product (Renderer) When you play files from a DLNA Server on the player, you can use a DLNA Controller...
Page 24 - Insert a disc you want to search.; Content details; Available Options; Common options
24 You can acquire content information based on Gracenote technology and search for the related information. 1 Connect the player to a network (page 18). 2 Insert a disc you want to search. • Video: For a BD-ROM or DVD- ROM only • Music: For a CD-DA only 3 Select [Video] or [Music] using < / , . ...
Page 27 - Browsing Websites; Internet browser display
27 In te rn e t Internet Browsing Websites You can connect to the Internet and enjoy websites. 1 Connect the player to a network (page 18). 2 Select [Network] on the home menu using < / , . 3 Select [Internet Browser] using M / m , and press ENTER. z Some websites use functions which this browser...
Page 28 - Scroll bar; Enjoying Skype; Available options
28 H Scroll bar Press < / M / m / , to move the page display. Various settings and operations are available by pressing OPTIONS.The available items differ depending on the situation. Enjoying Skype Skype is a communication software using the Internet.You can enjoy Skype-to-Skype video calls/voice...
Page 29 - Your Skype name; Using the Skype menu
29 In te rn e t 1 Prepare for Skype. • Connect the player to a network (page 18). • Connect the web camera with microphone to the USB jack (page 10). 2 Select [Network] on the home menu using < / , . 3 Select [Skype] using M / m , and press ENTER. When you start Skype for the first time, follow t...
Page 30 - Available buttons
30 C Signal strength indicator/Network transmission speed (wireless network connection only) D Video of yourself (for video calls only) E Available buttons The available buttons differ depending on the situation.• Full screen/Window screen: Changes the display mode. • Hang Up• Hold/Resume• Mute/Unmu...
Page 31 - Settings and Adjustments; Network Update
31 Setti n gs an d Adj u 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.The default settings are underlined. 1 Select [Setup] on the home menu using < / , . 2 Select the setup category icon using M ...
Page 32 - Screen Settings
32 Screen Settings 3D Output Setting Auto: Normally select this.Off: Select this to display all content in 2D. z If you enjoy 4K/24p 3D contents, set to [Off] in [3D Output Setting]. TV Screen Size Setting for 3D Sets the screen size of your 3D-compatible TV. TV Type 16:9: Select this when connectin...
Page 33 - Audio Settings
33 Setti n gs an d Adj u st m ents DVD-ROM 24p Output Auto: Outputs 1080/24p or 4K/24p video signals only if you connect a 1080/24p or 4K/24p-compatible TV with the HDMI OUT jack. Off: Select this if your TV is not compatible with 1080/24p or 4K/24p video signals. 4K Output Auto: Outputs 4K/24p vide...
Page 34 - Settings; Audio Language
34 Dolby Digital / DTS Downmix PCM: Converts to output Linear PCM signals. Select this when connecting an audio device without a built-in Dolby Digital/DTS decoder. Bitstream: Select this when connecting an audio device with a built-in Dolby Digital/DTS decoder. DTS Neo:6 Cinema: Outputs the simulat...
Page 35 - Parental Control; Music Settings; System Settings
35 Setti n gs an d Adj u st m ents BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer BD: Plays BD layer.DVD/CD: Plays DVD or CD layer. BD Internet Connection Allow: Normally select this.Do not allow: Prohibits Internet connection. Parental Control Settings Password Sets or changes the password for the Parental Control ...
Page 36 - Network Settings
36 Off: Turns off the function. z For details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the TV or components. To enable the BRAVIA Sync features, connect your TV via the HDMI OUT 1 jack. HDMI: Linked to TV-off On: Automatically turns off the player and HDMI-compatible components when the connec...
Page 37 - Easy Setup
37 Setti n gs an d Adj u st m ents View Network Status: Displays the current network status. z For further details, visit the following website and check the FAQ contents: http://www.sony.com/bluraysupport/ Network Connection Diagnostics You can run the network diagnostic to check if the network con...
Page 38 - Additional Information; Troubleshooting; Picture
38 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. There is no picture or the picture ...
Page 39 - The interactive audio is not output.; The picture is small.; Disc
39 A d d iti o n a l Info rm a tio n OUT 2 jack (See “About AV Separation Mode” (page 17).). , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI device. (DVI jacks do not accept audio signals.) , The device connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not support the audio format of the player. Check the audio setting...
Page 40 - There is severe humming or noise.; Skype
40 There is severe humming or noise. , Set the volume of the connected TV lower. , Try moving the web camera with microphone away from the speakers of the connected TV. The player cannot connect to the network. , Check the network connection (page 18) and the network settings (page 36). You cannot c...
Page 41 - Others
41 A d d iti o n a l Info rm a tio n , If power failure occurs, set [Control for HDMI] to [Off], then set [Control for HDMI] to [On] (page 35). , Check the following and refer to the instruction manual supplied with the component.– the connected component is compatible with the [Control for HDMI] fu...
Page 42 - Specifications; System; General
42 “Exxxx” or “TEMP” appears on the front panel display. , When “Exxxx” appears, contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the error code. , When “TEMP” appears, try the following: 1 Check that the ventilation holes on the rear of the player are not blocked....
Page 43 - Supplied accessories; Playable discs
43 A d d iti o n a l Info rm a tio n Dimensions (approx.): 430 mm × 193 mm × 42 mm(17 in. × 7 5 / 8 in. × 1 11 / 16 in.) (width/depth/height) incl. projecting parts Mass (approx.): 1.9 kg (3 lb 3 oz) Operating temperature: 5 ºC to 35 ºC (41 °F to 95 °F) Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 % Supplied acce...
Page 44 - Playable types of files
44 Region code (BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO only) Your player has a region code printed on the rear of the unit and will only play BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs labeled with identical region codes or . Video Music Photo *1 The player does not play coded files such as DRM. *2 The player does not play this file format on a...
Page 45 - About wireless LAN security
45 A d d iti o n a l Info rm a tio n *5 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. *6 The player does not play coded files such as Lossless. *7 The player does not play animated PNG...
Page 46 - Notes About the Discs
46 • 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 tempe...
Page 47 - Language code list
47 A d d iti o n a l Info rm a tio n For details, see “BD/DVD Viewing Settings” (page 34).The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Language code list Code Language 1027 Afar 1028 Abkhazian 1032 Afrikaans 1039 Amharic 1044 Arabic 1045 Assamese 1051 Aymara 1052 Azerbaijani 1...
Page 48 - Parental control/area code
48 For details, see “Parental Control Area Code” (page 35). Parental control/area code Code Area 2044 Argentina 2047 Australia 2046 Austria 2057 Belgium 2070 Brazil 2090 Chile 2092 China 2093 Colombia 2115 Denmark 2165 Finland 2174 France 2109 Germany 2200 Greece 2219 Hong Kong 2248 India 2238 Indon...
Page 49 - Index; Numerics
49 Index Numerics 3D 12 , 20 3D Output Setting 32 4K Output 33 A AUDIO 12 Audio Settings 33 B BD/DVD Viewing Settings 34 BD-LIVE 20 BD-R 43 BD-RE 43 Bitstream 39 Blu-ray Disc 43 BONUSVIEW 20 BRAVIA Sync 40 C CD 43 Child Lock 10 , 41 Color buttons 13 Connecting AV amplifier (Receiver) 16 Network 18 T...