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3-452-777-12(1) Printed in Malaysia 3-452-777-12(1) Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc / DVD Player BDP-BX1 © 2008 Sony Corporation
3-452-777-12(1) Printed in Malaysia 3-452-777-12(1) Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc / DVD Player BDP-BX1 © 2008 Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
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... them whenever you call 1-877-6022008 for a digital device pursuant to radio communications. BDP-BX1 Serial No For customers in this apparatus to comply with the limits for Peace of ... and found to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not expose this Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is no guarantee that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed...so that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which ...
... them whenever you call 1-877-6022008 for a digital device pursuant to radio communications. BDP-BX1 Serial No For customers in this apparatus to comply with the limits for Peace of ... and found to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not expose this Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is no guarantee that to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed...so that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which ...
Operating Instructions
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... may be authorized by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Plasma display panel televisions and projection televisions are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • This Blu-ray Disc/DVD player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other intellectual property...
... may be authorized by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Plasma display panel televisions and projection televisions are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. • This Blu-ray Disc/DVD player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other intellectual property...
Operating Instructions
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...(page 26) F 24P indicator (page 44) Lights up , then turns off when Easy Setup is locked. z When the player is turned on the player for the first time, the Blu-ray Disc indicator lights up when outputting 1080p/24 Hz video signals of BD-ROMs. G N (play), X (pause), x (stop...(page 31) Starts, pauses, or stops playback. Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) (page 28) Turns on the player until "LOCKED" appears in the front panel display. 10 B Disc tray (page 31) C Blu-ray Disc indicator Lights up when a BD is turned on, hold down X on for more than 10 seconds until "UNLOCK" appears...
...(page 26) F 24P indicator (page 44) Lights up , then turns off when Easy Setup is locked. z When the player is turned on the player for the first time, the Blu-ray Disc indicator lights up when outputting 1080p/24 Hz video signals of BD-ROMs. G N (play), X (pause), x (stop...(page 31) Starts, pauses, or stops playback. Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) (page 28) Turns on the player until "LOCKED" appears in the front panel display. 10 B Disc tray (page 31) C Blu-ray Disc indicator Lights up when a BD is turned on, hold down X on for more than 10 seconds until "UNLOCK" appears...
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If you connect a Sony TV that is not upside down or tilted. • Be sure to the cabinet wall. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player HDMI cable (supplied) TV Notes on connecting to the HDMI OUT jack Observe the following as improper handling may damage the HDMI OUT jack or ...the HDMI cable. • When connecting or disconnecting, do not apply too much pressure to disconnect the HDMI cable when moving the player. •...
If you connect a Sony TV that is not upside down or tilted. • Be sure to the cabinet wall. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player HDMI cable (supplied) TV Notes on connecting to the HDMI OUT jack Observe the following as improper handling may damage the HDMI OUT jack or ...the HDMI cable. • When connecting or disconnecting, do not apply too much pressure to disconnect the HDMI cable when moving the player. •...
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... HDMI connections only) By connecting Sony components that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this model 480p/ 720p/1080i/1080p Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, please contact our customer service center. • If the picture is switched to the player automatically. - [/1 - When ... problems, it is also changed after turning the player off automatically. • Theater When you press THEATER, the player automatically switches to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. • When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible with the component. 16 ...
... HDMI connections only) By connecting Sony components that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this model 480p/ 720p/1080i/1080p Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, please contact our customer service center. • If the picture is switched to the player automatically. - [/1 - When ... problems, it is also changed after turning the player off automatically. • Theater When you press THEATER, the player automatically switches to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. • When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible with the component. 16 ...
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... the color of the plug to that of the jack. Be sure to connect to the LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks using the audio/video cable. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Hookups and Settings (green) (blue) (red) (red) (white) Component video cable (not supplied) Audio/video cable (supplied) (green) (blue) (red) (...red) (white) Match the color of the plug to that of the jack. TV : Signal flow b When you connect the player and TV using a component video cable, disconnect the video plug (yellow) of the same kind and length. Connecting to component video jacks (Y, PB, PR) ...
... the color of the plug to that of the jack. Be sure to connect to the LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks using the audio/video cable. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Hookups and Settings (green) (blue) (red) (red) (white) Component video cable (not supplied) Audio/video cable (supplied) (green) (blue) (red) (...red) (white) Match the color of the plug to that of the jack. TV : Signal flow b When you connect the player and TV using a component video cable, disconnect the video plug (yellow) of the same kind and length. Connecting to component video jacks (Y, PB, PR) ...
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You can enjoy standard quality pictures and sound. TV : Signal flow b When you connect the player and TV using the audio/video cable. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player or (yellow) (red) (white) S-video cable (not supplied) Audio/video cable (supplied) (yellow) (red) (white) Match the color of the plug to an audio/video or S VIDEO jack Connect the LINE OUT (VIDEO, R-AUDIO-L) jacks of the player and your TV using an Svideo cable, disconnect the video plug (yellow) of the audio/video cable. 18 Connecting to that of the jack.
You can enjoy standard quality pictures and sound. TV : Signal flow b When you connect the player and TV using the audio/video cable. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player or (yellow) (red) (white) S-video cable (not supplied) Audio/video cable (supplied) (yellow) (red) (white) Match the color of the plug to an audio/video or S VIDEO jack Connect the LINE OUT (VIDEO, R-AUDIO-L) jacks of the player and your TV using an Svideo cable, disconnect the video plug (yellow) of the audio/video cable. 18 Connecting to that of the jack.
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..." setup (page 45). - Set "BD Audio Setting" to instructions supplied with the AV amplifier (receiver). Blu-ray Disc/DVD player HDMI cable (supplied) AV amplifier (receiver) HDMI cable (not supplied) TV z Set the following settings and you connect a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) that is compatible with the "Control for HDMI" function (page 16), refer to...
..." setup (page 45). - Set "BD Audio Setting" to instructions supplied with the AV amplifier (receiver). Blu-ray Disc/DVD player HDMI cable (supplied) AV amplifier (receiver) HDMI cable (not supplied) TV z Set the following settings and you connect a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) that is compatible with the "Control for HDMI" function (page 16), refer to...
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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 Priority" to digital jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) If your speakers. AV amplifier (receiver) ,continued 21 Hookups and Settings ...
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 Priority" to digital jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) If your speakers. AV amplifier (receiver) ,continued 21 Hookups and Settings ...
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Blu-ray Disc/DVD player (red) (white) Audio/video cable (supplied) (red) (white) Match the color of the jack. : Signal flow AV amplifier (receiver) 22 Connecting to that of the plug to audio L/R jacks If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input jacks, use this connection.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player (red) (white) Audio/video cable (supplied) (red) (white) Match the color of the jack. : Signal flow AV amplifier (receiver) 22 Connecting to that of the plug to audio L/R jacks If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input jacks, use this connection.
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...damage to the EXT slot. • Insert the external memory straight. If you will cause damage to both the external memory and the player. • Keep the external memory away from small children to prevent them from the EXT slot. To remove the external memory 1 ...• When inserting a USB flash memory other than Sony USM1GH, check the insertion direction before inserting it. • Depending on . Hookups and Settings Step 3: Inserting the External Memory To enjoy additional content (such as BonusView) on certain Blu-ray Disc titles, you force the external memory into the slot, ...
...damage to the EXT slot. • Insert the external memory straight. If you will cause damage to both the external memory and the player. • Keep the external memory away from small children to prevent them from the EXT slot. To remove the external memory 1 ...• When inserting a USB flash memory other than Sony USM1GH, check the insertion direction before inserting it. • Depending on . Hookups and Settings Step 3: Inserting the External Memory To enjoy additional content (such as BonusView) on certain Blu-ray Disc titles, you force the external memory into the slot, ...
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... Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to the LAN (100) terminal, as it may cause a malfunction. b Do not connect a phone line to your Internet source. Step 4: Connecting to the Network Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source using a network cable to...using the network See "Network Update" (page 41) and "Software Update Notification" (page 50). 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 ...
... Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to the LAN (100) terminal, as it may cause a malfunction. b Do not connect a phone line to your Internet source. Step 4: Connecting to the Network Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source using a network cable to...using the network See "Network Update" (page 41) and "Software Update Notification" (page 50). 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 ...
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Network cable (not supplied) Ethernet/wireless LAN media converter 1 to AC IN 2 to AC outlet To PC Wireless LAN router (access point) Network cable (not supplied) ADSL modem/ Cable modem Internet b Do not connect the LAN terminal of the player to the AC IN terminal of the PC. 25 Then plug the player and TV power cords into the AC outlet. Hookups and Settings When connecting via a wireless LAN router Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord After all of the other connections are complete, connect the supplied AC power cord to the LAN terminal of the player.
Network cable (not supplied) Ethernet/wireless LAN media converter 1 to AC IN 2 to AC outlet To PC Wireless LAN router (access point) Network cable (not supplied) ADSL modem/ Cable modem Internet b Do not connect the LAN terminal of the player to the AC IN terminal of the PC. 25 Then plug the player and TV power cords into the AC outlet. Hookups and Settings When connecting via a wireless LAN router Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord After all of the other connections are complete, connect the supplied AC power cord to the LAN terminal of the player.
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...music CD CD format DATA CD - Notes about BD-ROM compatibility Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not be purchased or rented DVD DVD DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs in +...CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in BD BDMV and BDAV mode, including 8 cm discs (single layer) and DL discs DVD Discs such as movies that can be playable depending on the source, connected output jack, and... selected audio settings. The audio output differs depending on the disc type and the version. For details, see page 63. ,continued 59 DATA CD CD-Rs/CD-...
...music CD CD format DATA CD - Notes about BD-ROM compatibility Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not be purchased or rented DVD DVD DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs in +...CDs or CD-Rs/CD-RWs in BD BDMV and BDAV mode, including 8 cm discs (single layer) and DL discs DVD Discs such as movies that can be playable depending on the source, connected output jack, and... selected audio settings. The audio output differs depending on the disc type and the version. For details, see page 63. ,continued 59 DATA CD CD-Rs/CD-...
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...92127. You may use . Terms and Conditions of Use and End User License Agreement The Sony Blu-ray Disc player ("Product") and associated software ("Software") are provided and maintained by Sony; and its licensors, or suppliers. All rights not specifically granted under this Service, Site... or Software in conjunction with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. You may use . Automatic Update The Software contains a functionality by Sony. Separation of fitness for which the Software's performance depends on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation and Disassembly. You may use this ...
...92127. You may use . Terms and Conditions of Use and End User License Agreement The Sony Blu-ray Disc player ("Product") and associated software ("Software") are provided and maintained by Sony; and its licensors, or suppliers. All rights not specifically granted under this Service, Site... or Software in conjunction with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. You may use . Automatic Update The Software contains a functionality by Sony. Separation of fitness for which the Software's performance depends on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation and Disassembly. You may use this ...
Operating Instructions
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...lossless coding technology that of multi-channel surround sound for the next generation optical discs. BD-J application The BD-ROM format supports Java for playback on Blu-ray Disc/DVD players. The re-recordable feature makes extensive editing and time-shifting applications possible. ...specification*1 or the 720p specification*2 on the next generation of data. BD-R (page 59) BD-R (Blu-ray Disc Recordable) is a recordable, write-once Blu-ray Disc, available in High Definition format, for interactive functions. The specification enables consumers to archive valuable data or ...
...lossless coding technology that of multi-channel surround sound for the next generation optical discs. BD-J application The BD-ROM format supports Java for playback on Blu-ray Disc/DVD players. The re-recordable feature makes extensive editing and time-shifting applications possible. ...specification*1 or the 720p specification*2 on the next generation of data. BD-R (page 59) BD-R (Blu-ray Disc Recordable) is a recordable, write-once Blu-ray Disc, available in High Definition format, for interactive functions. The specification enables consumers to archive valuable data or ...
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..." 36, 45 AVCHD 61, 77 B Batteries 26 "BD Data" 34, 56 "BD/DVD Viewing Settings" 47 BD-R 59, 77 BD-RE 59, 77 Bitstream 63 Blu-ray Disc 59, 77 BonusView 23, 33 BRAVIA Sync 16, 56 C CD 59 Chapter 34 Child Lock 10, 57 Color buttons 9 Connecting AV amplifier (receiver) 19 TV... "OSD" 50 P Parental Control 32, 47 "Photo" 38 "Photo Settings" 49 PhotoTV HD 39, 78 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...
..." 36, 45 AVCHD 61, 77 B Batteries 26 "BD Data" 34, 56 "BD/DVD Viewing Settings" 47 BD-R 59, 77 BD-RE 59, 77 Bitstream 63 Blu-ray Disc 59, 77 BonusView 23, 33 BRAVIA Sync 16, 56 C CD 59 Chapter 34 Child Lock 10, 57 Color buttons 9 Connecting AV amplifier (receiver) 19 TV... "OSD" 50 P Parental Control 32, 47 "Photo" 38 "Photo Settings" 49 PhotoTV HD 39, 78 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...
Planned Firmware update for BD-LIVE
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... BD-Live to function a broadband internet connection is available, please use one of packaged Blu-ray Disc media. This enhancement will be delivered to 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 this update is required, and certain BD-Live...
... BD-Live to function a broadband internet connection is available, please use one of packaged Blu-ray Disc media. This enhancement will be delivered to 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 this update is required, and certain BD-Live...
Quick Start Guide
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...] Capable up to 1080p, 1080/24p resolution (recommended) Quick Start Guide Blu-ray Disc / DVD Player BDP-BX1 Follow the steps below to use your Blu-ray Disc / DVD Player. 1 Select 2 Connect t 3 Setupp 4 Play For any inquiries, please call 1-800-222-SONY(7669) or visit the Sony Web Site : http://esupport.sony.com/ For more information, refer to the supplied Operating Instructions. ©...
...] Capable up to 1080p, 1080/24p resolution (recommended) Quick Start Guide Blu-ray Disc / DVD Player BDP-BX1 Follow the steps below to use your Blu-ray Disc / DVD Player. 1 Select 2 Connect t 3 Setupp 4 Play For any inquiries, please call 1-800-222-SONY(7669) or visit the Sony Web Site : http://esupport.sony.com/ For more information, refer to the supplied Operating Instructions. ©...