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...to them whenever you call 1-866-9097669. BDP-S550 Serial No Model No. USM1GH Serial No For customers in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this equipment. Operation is located ... must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the U.S.A If this Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is harmful to radio communications. The number below is intended to alert the user ...to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that the AC power cord can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to...
...to them whenever you call 1-866-9097669. BDP-S550 Serial No Model No. USM1GH Serial No For customers in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding this equipment. Operation is located ... must accept any changes or modifications not expressly approved in the U.S.A If this Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is harmful to radio communications. The number below is intended to alert the user ...to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that the AC power cord can be determined by turning the equipment off and on a circuit different from that to...
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... scratches on for Peace of a disc to be operated in a horizontal position only. • Keep the player and the discs away from the center out. • Do not use the following discs. - Should any further. • Do not touch the AC power cord with a cleaning cloth. In this... case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on the disc may rise considerably inside the player. A disc that has a nonstandard shape (e.g., card, heart)....
... scratches on for Peace of a disc to be operated in a horizontal position only. • Keep the player and the discs away from the center out. • Do not use the following discs. - Should any further. • Do not touch the AC power cord with a cleaning cloth. In this... case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on the disc may rise considerably inside the player. A disc that has a nonstandard shape (e.g., card, heart)....
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...8226; "Blu-ray Disc" is a trademark. • "Blu-ray Disc," "DVD+RW," "DVD-RW," "DVD+R," "DVD-R," "DVD VIDEO," and "CD" logos are trademarks. • "BD-Live" and "BonusView" are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association. • "x.v.Color" and "x.v.Color" logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "BRAVIA Sync" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. ..., and is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on the AC power cord itself. Do not pinch the AC power cord between the player and wall, shelf, etc. - Use of this document. If you leave the still video image...
...8226; "Blu-ray Disc" is a trademark. • "Blu-ray Disc," "DVD+RW," "DVD-RW," "DVD+R," "DVD-R," "DVD VIDEO," and "CD" logos are trademarks. • "BD-Live" and "BonusView" are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association. • "x.v.Color" and "x.v.Color" logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • "BRAVIA Sync" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. ..., and is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on the AC power cord itself. Do not pinch the AC power cord between the player and wall, shelf, etc. - Use of this document. If you leave the still video image...
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... plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they have fallen into your safety. About this manual • In this manual, "disc" is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from the apparatus. 11)Only use attachments/ accessories specified...player if they exit from tip-over. 14)Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the obsolete outlet. 10)Protect the power cord...
... plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they have fallen into your safety. About this manual • In this manual, "disc" is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from the apparatus. 11)Only use attachments/ accessories specified...player if they exit from tip-over. 14)Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the obsolete outlet. 10)Protect the power cord...
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Table of Contents WARNING 2 Precautions 3 Guide to Parts and Controls 8 Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Player 13 Step 1: Connecting to Your TV 14 Connecting to an HDMI jack 15 About the BRAVIA Sync features (for HDMI connections only 16 Connecting to ... 24 Step 4: Connecting to the Network 25 When connecting to a broadband router directly 25 When connecting via a wireless LAN router 26 Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord 26 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 27 Controlling TVs with the remote 27 Step 7: Easy Setup 29 Playback Playing BDs/DVDs 32 Using the BD's or...
Table of Contents WARNING 2 Precautions 3 Guide to Parts and Controls 8 Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Player 13 Step 1: Connecting to Your TV 14 Connecting to an HDMI jack 15 About the BRAVIA Sync features (for HDMI connections only 16 Connecting to ... 24 Step 4: Connecting to the Network 25 When connecting to a broadband router directly 25 When connecting via a wireless LAN router 26 Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord 26 Step 6: Preparing the Remote 27 Controlling TVs with the remote 27 Step 7: Easy Setup 29 Playback Playing BDs/DVDs 32 Using the BD's or...
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Hookups and Settings 13 Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Player Check that you reach "Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord" (page 26). Do not connect the AC power cord until you have the following items. • Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1) • AC power cord (1) • External memory (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Follow steps 1 through 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.
Hookups and Settings 13 Hookups and Settings Hooking Up the Player Check that you reach "Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord" (page 26). Do not connect the AC power cord until you have the following items. • Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1) • AC power cord (1) • External memory (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Follow steps 1 through 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player.
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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. Then plug the player and TV power cords into the AC outlet. 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. 26
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. Then plug the player and TV power cords into the AC outlet. 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. 26
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...Explanation Network Update (page 42) Updates the software of connecting jacks. Network Update You can setup the following website; http://esupport.sony.com 1 Select "Network Update" using Photo Settings (page 53) Makes the photo-related settings. For information about update functions,...the network, and the display asks for confirmation. 2 Select "OK" using M/m, and press ENTER. System Settings (page 53) Makes the player-related settings. Video Settings (page 43) Makes the video settings according to the following options. BD/DVD Viewing Settings (page 51) Makes detailed...
...Explanation Network Update (page 42) Updates the software of connecting jacks. Network Update You can setup the following website; http://esupport.sony.com 1 Select "Network Update" using Photo Settings (page 53) Makes the photo-related settings. For information about update functions,...the network, and the display asks for confirmation. 2 Select "OK" using M/m, and press ENTER. System Settings (page 53) Makes the player-related settings. Video Settings (page 43) Makes the video settings according to the following options. BD/DVD Viewing Settings (page 51) Makes detailed...
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...player using an update disc provided by selecting "System Information" in the front panel display, then the disc tray automatically opens. 3 Remove the disc. Screen Format Selects the display configuration for confirmation. 2 Select "OK," and press ENTER. http://esupport.sony.com b • Do not disconnect the AC power cord... while updating. • Any operations, including opening the disc tray, are underlined. Original Fixed Aspect Ratio Select this when ...
...player using an update disc provided by selecting "System Information" in the front panel display, then the disc tray automatically opens. 3 Remove the disc. Screen Format Selects the display configuration for confirmation. 2 Select "OK," and press ENTER. http://esupport.sony.com b • Do not disconnect the AC power cord... while updating. • Any operations, including opening the disc tray, are underlined. Original Fixed Aspect Ratio Select this when ...
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... Information Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Should any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this player (page 63). , The region code on . Disc The disc does not play a recorded disc that the AC power cord is skewed. , You are attempting to a newer software version. Insert the...
... Information Additional Information Troubleshooting If you experience any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Should any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this player (page 63). , The region code on . Disc The disc does not play a recorded disc that the AC power cord is skewed. , You are attempting to a newer software version. Insert the...
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...no picture or picture noise appears when connected to the HDMI OUT jack. , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI device that the AC power cord of the connected TV (if you may solve the problem (page 44). The "Control for HDMI" function does not work (BRAVIA Sync). , ..." (page 53). , For details on . 4Check that is not compatible with the "Control for HDMI connections only)" (page 16). , If you connect the player to a TV through an AV amplifier (receiver) that the EXT indicator lights up in the "Audio Settings" setup (page 49). Additional Information The interactive audio...
...no picture or picture noise appears when connected to the HDMI OUT jack. , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI device that the AC power cord of the connected TV (if you may solve the problem (page 44). The "Control for HDMI" function does not work (BRAVIA Sync). , ..." (page 53). , For details on . 4Check that is not compatible with the "Control for HDMI connections only)" (page 16). , If you connect the player to a TV through an AV amplifier (receiver) that the EXT indicator lights up in the "Audio Settings" setup (page 49). Additional Information The interactive audio...
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...appears, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The disc tray does not open and "LOCKED" or "TLK ON" appears in the external memory (page 35). Refer to any button. , Moisture has condensed inside the player (page 3). , Hold down [/1 on the player for the sound ...-ROM cannot be played. , Try the following : 1Turn the player off, and disconnect the AC power cord. 2Reconnect the AC power cord while pressing down A on the player. 3Keep pressing down A on the player until the tray opens. 4Remove the disc. 5When "WAIT" appears in the front panel display, hold down...
...appears, contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The disc tray does not open and "LOCKED" or "TLK ON" appears in the external memory (page 35). Refer to any button. , Moisture has condensed inside the player (page 3). , Hold down [/1 on the player for the sound ...-ROM cannot be played. , Try the following : 1Turn the player off, and disconnect the AC power cord. 2Reconnect the AC power cord while pressing down A on the player. 3Keep pressing down A on the player until the tray opens. 4Remove the disc. 5When "WAIT" appears in the front panel display, hold down...