Operating Instructions
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... experienced radio/TV technician for Peace of trouble. Refer servicing to which can be used in the event of Mind Warranty Replacement service. Model No. If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-6022008 for help. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the wall socket immediately in this Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not...
... experienced radio/TV technician for Peace of trouble. Refer servicing to which can be used in the event of Mind Warranty Replacement service. Model No. If this product is not working properly, please call 1-877-6022008 for help. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from the wall socket immediately in this Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is harmful to eyes, do not...
Operating Instructions
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... quality digital pictures and sound through the HDMI OUT jack. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player HDMI cable (supplied) TV Notes on connecting to the cabinet wall. or 1080p-compatible TV, use a High Speed HDMI cable. It may damage the HDMI OUT jack and the connector. • Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on a cabinet with the TV. Hookups and Settings Connecting to an HDMI jack Connect the player and your TV using an HDMI cable to...
... quality digital pictures and sound through the HDMI OUT jack. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player HDMI cable (supplied) TV Notes on connecting to the cabinet wall. or 1080p-compatible TV, use a High Speed HDMI cable. It may damage the HDMI OUT jack and the connector. • Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on a cabinet with the TV. Hookups and Settings Connecting to an HDMI jack Connect the player and your TV using an HDMI cable to...
Operating Instructions
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... features using the HDMI cable, you can control the basic functions of the player with this product and may not work. N PLAY: Playback starts automatically (page 32). • System Power-Off When you turn off the TV using the HDMI cable, the TV's video mode switches to "On." When connected with a Theater Mode-compatible TV using the power button on the TV's remote, the player and HDMI-compatible components turn off automatically. • Theater When you change the video output resolution in the picture. In...
... features using the HDMI cable, you can control the basic functions of the player with this product and may not work. N PLAY: Playback starts automatically (page 32). • System Power-Off When you turn off the TV using the HDMI cable, the TV's video mode switches to "On." When connected with a Theater Mode-compatible TV using the power button on the TV's remote, the player and HDMI-compatible components turn off automatically. • Theater When you change the video output resolution in the picture. In...
Operating Instructions
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... HDMI" function (page 16), refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected AV amplifier (receiver). Set "Audio (HDMI)" to "Auto" in the "Audio Settings" setup (page 45). 20 b Not all HDMI-compatible AV amplifiers (receivers) accept 8ch Linear PCM signals. Set "BD Audio Setting" to "Direct" in the "Audio Settings" setup (page 45). - Connecting to an HDMI jack If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an HDMI input, you can enjoy higher quality sound from the connected AV amplifier (receiver). - Blu-ray Disc/DVD player HDMI cable (supplied) AV amplifier (receiver) HDMI cable...
... HDMI" function (page 16), refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected AV amplifier (receiver). Set "Audio (HDMI)" to "Auto" in the "Audio Settings" setup (page 45). 20 b Not all HDMI-compatible AV amplifiers (receivers) accept 8ch Linear PCM signals. Set "BD Audio Setting" to "Direct" in the "Audio Settings" setup (page 45). - Connecting to an HDMI jack If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an HDMI input, you can enjoy higher quality sound from the connected AV amplifier (receiver). - Blu-ray Disc/DVD player HDMI cable (supplied) AV amplifier (receiver) HDMI cable...
Operating Instructions
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... Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, you can enjoy Dolby Digital (5.1ch), Dolby Pro Logic (4.0ch), or DTS (5.1ch) surround effects. Hookups and Settings Connecting to "Coaxial/Optical" in the "Audio *2 Settings" setup (page 45). 3 Make the appropriate settings in "Dolby Digital" and "DTS" under the "Audio Settings" setup (page 46). Blu-ray Disc/DVD player or Optical digital cable (not supplied) Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) : Signal flow 1 Connect the digital jack of the player *1 and your AV amplifier (receiver). 2 Set "Audio Output...
... Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, you can enjoy Dolby Digital (5.1ch), Dolby Pro Logic (4.0ch), or DTS (5.1ch) surround effects. Hookups and Settings Connecting to "Coaxial/Optical" in the "Audio *2 Settings" setup (page 45). 3 Make the appropriate settings in "Dolby Digital" and "DTS" under the "Audio Settings" setup (page 46). Blu-ray Disc/DVD player or Optical digital cable (not supplied) Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) : Signal flow 1 Connect the digital jack of the player *1 and your AV amplifier (receiver). 2 Set "Audio Output...
Operating Instructions
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To update the player's software using the network. 1 Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source. For details on the modem or router, the type of network (LAN) cable, straight or crossing, differs. When connecting to a broadband router directly Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Network cable (not supplied) Broadband router To PC Network cable (not supplied) ADSL modem/ Cable modem Internet About network (LAN) cables Depending on the network (LAN) cables, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the broadband router or the wireless LAN router. 2 Make the ...
To update the player's software using the network. 1 Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source. For details on the modem or router, the type of network (LAN) cable, straight or crossing, differs. When connecting to a broadband router directly Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Network cable (not supplied) Broadband router To PC Network cable (not supplied) ADSL modem/ Cable modem Internet About network (LAN) cables Depending on the network (LAN) cables, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the broadband router or the wireless LAN router. 2 Make the ...
Operating Instructions
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... press ENTER. When you select "HDMI" in the "Video Settings" setup (page 43). 8 Select an aspect ratio that are compatible with a wide mode function. If the selected video output resolution is selected. For details about the video output resolution, see page 44. Select "On" to use the "Control for confirmation. When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other than 10 seconds to reset the video output resolution to the lowest resolution. Follow the on-screen instructions and...
... press ENTER. When you select "HDMI" in the "Video Settings" setup (page 43). 8 Select an aspect ratio that are compatible with a wide mode function. If the selected video output resolution is selected. For details about the video output resolution, see page 44. Select "On" to use the "Control for confirmation. When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other than 10 seconds to reset the video output resolution to the lowest resolution. Follow the on-screen instructions and...
Operating Instructions
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BD/DVD Viewing Settings (page 47) Makes detailed settings for Internet and network. Network Settings (page 51) Makes detailed settings for BD/ DVD playback. Network Update You can setup the following website; For information about update functions, refer to the factory settings. Photo Settings (page 49) Makes the photo-related settings. System Settings (page 50) Makes the player-related settings. Icon Explanation Network Update (page 41) Updates the software of connecting jacks. Easy Setup (page 53) Re-runs the Easy Setup to the network, and...
BD/DVD Viewing Settings (page 47) Makes detailed settings for Internet and network. Network Settings (page 51) Makes detailed settings for BD/ DVD playback. Network Update You can setup the following website; For information about update functions, refer to the factory settings. Photo Settings (page 49) Makes the photo-related settings. System Settings (page 50) Makes the player-related settings. Icon Explanation Network Update (page 41) Updates the software of connecting jacks. Easy Setup (page 53) Re-runs the Easy Setup to the network, and...
Operating Instructions
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... power cord while updating. • Any operations, including opening the disc tray, are underlined. The player starts up with a wide mode function. Screen Format Selects the display configuration for confirmation. 2 Select "OK," and press ENTER. Changes the picture size to a wide-screen TV or a TV with the original picture aspect ratio. 42 TV Type Selects your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony Service facility; The player automatically turns off. 4 Press [/1 to a 4:3 screen TV without a wide mode function. Video Settings The default settings...
... power cord while updating. • Any operations, including opening the disc tray, are underlined. The player starts up with a wide mode function. Screen Format Selects the display configuration for confirmation. 2 Select "OK," and press ENTER. Changes the picture size to a wide-screen TV or a TV with the original picture aspect ratio. 42 TV Type Selects your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony Service facility; The player automatically turns off. 4 Press [/1 to a 4:3 screen TV without a wide mode function. Video Settings The default settings...
Operating Instructions
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... or replaced with different scenes. 1 Select "BD Parental Control" in the "Audio Settings" setup (page 46), "Audio DRC" has no effect on the audio output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/ COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack. Select this when connecting an audio device that supports Dolby Surround (Pro Logic). BD/DVD Viewing Settings The default settings are underlined. BD Parental Control Playback of the users. Select this when connecting an audio device that does not support Dolby Surround (Pro Logic). Enter the code for your language by...
... or replaced with different scenes. 1 Select "BD Parental Control" in the "Audio Settings" setup (page 46), "Audio DRC" has no effect on the audio output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/ COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack. Select this when connecting an audio device that supports Dolby Surround (Pro Logic). BD/DVD Viewing Settings The default settings are underlined. BD Parental Control Playback of the users. Select this when connecting an audio device that does not support Dolby Surround (Pro Logic). Enter the code for your language by...
Operating Instructions
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... a specific setting, go to step 8. 5 Set "Use of Proxy Server" to your Internet service provider. Default Gateway - The setup is finished. Use DHCP Use Static IP Address Select this when DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server settings are correct." Set the IP address manually according to "On." 6 Select "Proxy Server" and "Port," and enter the settings. DNS Server (Primary)/DNS Server (Secondary) • When you set "DNS Server Auto Acquisition" to the Internet via a network cable. The "Proxy Settings" display appears. Otherwise, the "Internet Settings...
... a specific setting, go to step 8. 5 Set "Use of Proxy Server" to your Internet service provider. Default Gateway - The setup is finished. Use DHCP Use Static IP Address Select this when DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server settings are correct." Set the IP address manually according to "On." 6 Select "Proxy Server" and "Port," and enter the settings. DNS Server (Primary)/DNS Server (Secondary) • When you set "DNS Server Auto Acquisition" to the Internet via a network cable. The "Proxy Settings" display appears. Otherwise, the "Internet Settings...
Operating Instructions
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... Mode" to "Standard" (default) (see "Adjusting pictures and sound for more than from the player appears on the TV screen. , When playing a double-layer DVD, the video and audio may be momentarily interrupted at the same time. , Set "Output Video Format" to "Component Video" in the "Video Settings" setup (page 44). Sound See also "Connecting to an HDMI jack" (page 20) when connecting equipment using the HDMI cable. The picture does not fill the screen, even though the aspect ratio...
... Mode" to "Standard" (default) (see "Adjusting pictures and sound for more than from the player appears on the TV screen. , When playing a double-layer DVD, the video and audio may be momentarily interrupted at the same time. , Set "Output Video Format" to "Component Video" in the "Video Settings" setup (page 44). Sound See also "Connecting to an HDMI jack" (page 20) when connecting equipment using the HDMI cable. The picture does not fill the screen, even though the aspect ratio...
Operating Instructions
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... the language setting of the player. Check the audio settings (page 45). The display language on your TV, etc.). A message indicating that does not support copyright protection technology. , If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, changing the video output resolution may be played. , Try the following: 1Remove the disc. 2Turn the player off and on the screen. , Delete unnecessary data in the front panel display. The sound is connected to a DVI device (DVI...
... the language setting of the player. Check the audio settings (page 45). The display language on your TV, etc.). A message indicating that does not support copyright protection technology. , If the HDMI OUT jack is used for video output, changing the video output resolution may be played. , Try the following: 1Remove the disc. 2Turn the player off and on the screen. , Delete unnecessary data in the front panel display. The sound is connected to a DVI device (DVI...
Operating Instructions
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... control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in the Product; The Software is not fault-tolerant and is licensed as specified herein. You agree to notify Sony immediately of any unauthorized use of your password or any text, images, audio, and video, for all your activities hereunder, including all updates and upgrades thereto. You may not rent or lease the Software. The Software is connected...
... control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in the Product; The Software is not fault-tolerant and is licensed as specified herein. You agree to notify Sony immediately of any unauthorized use of your password or any text, images, audio, and video, for all your activities hereunder, including all updates and upgrades thereto. You may not rent or lease the Software. The Software is connected...
Operating Instructions
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... capacities as the BD below . DTS-HD High Resolution Audio has a maximum transmission rate of 96 kHz, and 7.1 multichannel surround. Additional Information Glossary AACS "Advanced Access Content System" is a specification for playback on Blu-ray Disc/DVD players. AVCHD (page 61) The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to 50 GB of data, most BD-ROM discs will contain movies in the same capacities as for...
... capacities as the BD below . DTS-HD High Resolution Audio has a maximum transmission rate of 96 kHz, and 7.1 multichannel surround. Additional Information Glossary AACS "Advanced Access Content System" is a specification for playback on Blu-ray Disc/DVD players. AVCHD (page 61) The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to 50 GB of data, most BD-ROM discs will contain movies in the same capacities as for...
Operating Instructions
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... Playable discs 59 POP UP/MENU 9, 33 Q "Quick Start" 50 R Region code 60 Remote 8, 26, 27 "Resetting" 53 Resetting the player 53 Resume 9, 32, 37 S SCENE SEARCH 9 Searching 34 Self-diagnosis function 58 "Setup" 40 Slideshow 38 Software update 24, 41, 50 "Standby Mode" 50 SUBTITLE 8 System Power-Off 16 "System Settings" 50 T THEATER 8, 16 Title 34 TOP MENU 9 Troubleshooting 54 "TV Type" 42 U Update 24, 41 V "Video" 31 Video output resolution 62 "Video Settings" 35, 42 X x.v.Color 45...
... Playable discs 59 POP UP/MENU 9, 33 Q "Quick Start" 50 R Region code 60 Remote 8, 26, 27 "Resetting" 53 Resetting the player 53 Resume 9, 32, 37 S SCENE SEARCH 9 Searching 34 Self-diagnosis function 58 "Setup" 40 Slideshow 38 Software update 24, 41, 50 "Standby Mode" 50 SUBTITLE 8 System Power-Off 16 "System Settings" 50 T THEATER 8, 16 Title 34 TOP MENU 9 Troubleshooting 54 "TV Type" 42 U Update 24, 41 V "Video" 31 Video output resolution 62 "Video Settings" 35, 42 X x.v.Color 45...
Planned Firmware update for BD-LIVE
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... internet through the network download service or, if you will be found on the back of the player or on the side of packaged Blu-ray Disc media. The 7-digit serial number can learn more information. Make note of following methods: 1 Register your Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player serial number close at hand. Planned firmware update for BD-LIVE In 2008, Sony plans to issue a product update for more about product updates by a disc-based update. This enhancement will need...
... internet through the network download service or, if you will be found on the back of the player or on the side of packaged Blu-ray Disc media. The 7-digit serial number can learn more information. Make note of following methods: 1 Register your Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player serial number close at hand. Planned firmware update for BD-LIVE In 2008, Sony plans to issue a product update for more about product updates by a disc-based update. This enhancement will need...
Quick Start Guide
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... 4: Connecting to "Standby Mode" in the Operating Instructions for a short while before the player turns on - Component Video Cable and Audio / Video Cable S Video Cable and Audio / Video Cable Audio / Video Cable or 3 Setup 1 After all of the player and the HDMI connector by following steps in the "System Settings" setup. The OSD language selection display appears. 5 Perform basic settings by checking their shapes. screen instructions in each case. When you to close ), and place a disc on playback, or when playback does not start...
... 4: Connecting to "Standby Mode" in the Operating Instructions for a short while before the player turns on - Component Video Cable and Audio / Video Cable S Video Cable and Audio / Video Cable Audio / Video Cable or 3 Setup 1 After all of the player and the HDMI connector by following steps in the "System Settings" setup. The OSD language selection display appears. 5 Perform basic settings by checking their shapes. screen instructions in each case. When you to close ), and place a disc on playback, or when playback does not start...
Marketing Specifications
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... are used to process the moving objects that the Sony® Blu-ray Disc™ Players can also output at 1080/60p for a true film-like experience at 1080/24p for more . BDP-BX1 Key Features HDMI™ Cable Bonus View (profile 1.1) BD-Live Ready (Profile 2.0) Quick Start Up mode Full HD 1080/60 p & 24p True Cinema Video Output Dolby TrueHD/DTS®-HD bitstream out over HDMI™ (V1.3) DVD...
... are used to process the moving objects that the Sony® Blu-ray Disc™ Players can also output at 1080/60p for a true film-like experience at 1080/24p for more . BDP-BX1 Key Features HDMI™ Cable Bonus View (profile 1.1) BD-Live Ready (Profile 2.0) Quick Start Up mode Full HD 1080/60 p & 24p True Cinema Video Output Dolby TrueHD/DTS®-HD bitstream out over HDMI™ (V1.3) DVD...