Philips BDP7501/F7 user manual

4K Ultra HD Blu-ray Player

BDP7501

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1. INTRODUCTION
1.1. Safety Instruction
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safety symbols
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION for UHD Blu-ray Disc™ Player and AC/DC adapter:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION for AC/DC adapter:
FOR INDOOR USE ONLY. DRY LOCATION USE ONLY. USE WITH THE SPECIFIED AC POWER CORD ONLY. MAY BECOME HOT DURING USE. THIS IS NOT A MALFUNCTION. DO NOT USE OR CONNECT WITH OTHER DEVICES.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
WARNING
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION:
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.
:
Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la che dans la borne
The lightning ash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sucient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
The symbol for CLASS ll (Double Insulation)
The important note and rating are located on the rear or bottom of the cabinet.
The Model and Serial Numbers of this Unit may be found on the cabinet. You should Record and Retain those Letters / Numbers for future reference. Please refer to the LIMITED WARRANTY for more information.
M o d e l N o . _____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Serial No. _____________________________________________________________________________________________________
For Customer Use
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install 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 polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
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 not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Federal Communications Commission Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a 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 receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
Notice for CANADA: CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3(B)
Disconnect the mains (AC) plug to shut the unit Off when trouble is found or not in use. The mains (AC) plug shall remain readily available. To completely turn Off the unit, you must unplug the mains (AC) power cord.
CAUTION:
WARNING:
LASER SAFETY
This apparatus is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. This apparatus employs a laser. Only a qualified service person should remove the cover or attempt to service this apparatus, due to possible eye injury.
CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments or
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Batteries (Battery pack or battery installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
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IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
Unauthorized copying, broadcasting, public performance and lending of discs are prohibited.
This item incorporates copy protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.
Do not place the unit on the furniture that is capable of being tilted by a child and an adult leaning, pulling, standing or climbing on it. A falling unit can cause serious injury or even death.
This apparatus should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. Make sure to leave a space of 5.9 inches (15cm) or more around this apparatus.
Never use a gas duster on this unit. The gas trapped inside of this unit may cause ignition and explosion.
To Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire
• Do not handle the AC Power cord with wet hands.
• Do not pull on the AC Power cord when disconnecting it from an AC outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
• Do not put your fingers or objects into the unit.
Location and Handling
• Do not install the unit in direct sunlight, near strong magnetic fields, or in a place subject to dust or strong vibration.
• Avoid a place with drastic temperature changes.
• Install the unit in a horizontal and stable position. Do not place anything directly on top or bottom of the unit. Depending on your external devices, noise or disturbance in the picture and/or sound may be generated if the unit is placed too close to them. In this case, please ensure enough space between the external devices and the unit.
• Depending on the environment, the temperature of this unit may increase slightly. This is not a malfunction.
• Be sure to remove the disc and unplug the AC Power cord from the outlet before carrying the unit.
Dew Condensation Warning
• Dew condensation may form inside the unit in the following conditions. If so, do not use this unit at least for a few hours until its inside gets dry.
– The unit is moved from a cold place to a warm place. – Under conditions of high humidity. – After heating a cold room.
Notice for Progressive Scan Output
• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In case of picture problems with 525(480) progressive scan output, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding your TV set compatibility with this 525p(480p) Blu-ray Disc™/DVD player, please contact our customer service center.
1.2. Maintenance
C Servicing
• Please refer to relevant topics in “TROUBLESHOOTING” on page 51 before returning the product.
• If you need to call a customer service representative, please know the model number and serial number of your product before you call. This information is displayed on the back of the product. Also, please take a moment to identify the problem you are having, and be prepared to explain this to the representative. If you believe the representative will need to help you with operations, please stay near the product. Our representatives will be happy to assist you. For online reference, please visit our website at
www.philips.com/support
C Cleaning the Cabinet
• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the unit with a soft cloth.
• Never use a solvent, thinner, benzene or alcohol to clean the unit. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the unit. Such chemicals may discolor the surface or damage the unit.
C Cleaning Discs
• When a disc becomes dirty, clean it with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center to outside. Do not wipe in a circular motion.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners, detergent, abrasive cleaning agents or antistatic spray intended for analog records.
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C Cleaning the Disc Lens
• If this unit still does not perform properly although you refer to the relevant sections and to “TROUBLESHOOTING” in this user manual, the laser optical pickup unit may be dirty. Consult your dealer or an Authorized Service Center for inspection and cleaning of the laser optical pickup unit.
C Disc Handling
• Handle the discs so that fingerprints and dust do not adhere to the surfaces of the discs.
• Always store the disc in its protective case when it is not used.
• Note that discs with special shapes (heart-shaped discs, octagonal discs, etc.) cannot be played back on this unit. Do not attempt to play such discs, as they may damage the unit.
C Testing the Remote Control
• If the remote control is not working properly, you can use a digital camera (including a cellular phone with built-in camera) to see if it is sending out an infrared signal.
C How to perform the test
1. Point the IR transmitter of the remote control towards the lens of the digital camera (or cell phone camera).
2. Turn on the digital camera and look at the IR transmitter of the remote control through the LCD display of the digital camera.
3. While looking at the LCD, press the buttons on your remote control you want to test.
a. If your remote control is working
properly, the IR transmitter of the remote control will create a noticeable flash on the LCD of the digital camera.
b. if it does not flash, replace the
batteries in your remote with new batteries and try again. If it still does not flash, your remote control may be damaged or defective. Please contact customer service for replacement options.
NoteD
• Some modern digital cameras have IR filters, in which case you will not be able to see the flash in the LCD of the camera even if the remote is working. For certain cell phones you can try using the front facing camera instead of the rear facing camera. You may also verify the behavior of your camera by comparing results with another remote which you know is working.
1.3. Notice
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Trademarks are the property of Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V. or their respective owners.
P&F USA/P&F MEXICANA reserves the right to change products at any time without being obliged to adjust earlier supplies accordingly.
The material in this manual is believed adequate for the intended use of the system. If the product, or its individual modules or procedures, are used for purposes other than those specified herein, confirmation of their validity and suitability must be obtained. P&F USA/P&F MEXICANA warrants that the material itself does not infringe any United States patents. No further warranty is expressed or implied.
P&F USA/P&F MEXICANA cannot be held responsible neither for any errors in the content of this document nor for any problems as a result of the content in this document. Errors reported to P&F USA/P&F MEXICANA will be adapted and published on the P&F USA/P&F MEXICANA support website as soon as possible.
C Warranty
No components are user serviceable. Do not open or remove covers to the inside of the product. Repairs may only be done by Service Centers and official repair shops. Failure to do so shall void any warranty, stated or implied. Any operation expressly prohibited in this manual, any adjustments, or assembly procedures not recommended or authorized in this manual shall void the warranty.
1.4. Important
Registering your model with Philips makes you eligible for all of the valuable benefits listed below, so don’t miss out. Complete and return your Product Registration Card at once, or register online at www.philips.com/support to ensure :
Product Safety Notification
By registering your product you receive notification
- directly from the manufacturer - in the rare case of a product recall or safety defect.
Additional Benefits of Product Ownership
Registering your product guarantees that you receive all of the privileges to which you’re entitled, including special money-saving offers.
For further assistance
For further assistance, call the customer support service in your country.
• To obtain assistance in the U.S.A., Canada, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands, contact Philips Customer Care Center at 1-866-202-5960
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C Environmental Care
The packaging of this product is intended to be recycled. Contact your local authorities for information about how to recycle the packaging.
For Product recycling information, please visit -
www.recycle.philips.com
C End of life directives
Philips pays a lot of attention to produce environment-friendly products in green focal areas. Your new Blu-ray Disc™ Player contains materials which can be recycled and reused. At the end of its life, specialized companies can dismantle the discarded Blu-ray Disc™ Player to concentrate the reusable materials and to minimize the amount of materials to be disposed of. Please ensure you dispose of your old Blu-ray Disc™ Player according to local regulations.
C Disposal of used batteries
The batteries supplied do not contain the heavy metals mercury and cadmium. Nevertheless, in many areas batteries may not be disposed of with your household waste. Please ensure you dispose of batteries according to local regulations.
1.5. Supplied Accessories
1.6. Trademark Information
AUDIO
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS Licensing Limited. DTS, DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTS and the Symbol together are registered trademarks, and DTSHD Master Audio | Essential is a trademark of DTS, Inc. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
• Quick Start Guide
• Remote Control (NC280UH)
• Batteries (AA A, 1.5V x 2)
• HDMI cable
• AC/DC Adapter (N1070UH)
“x.v.Color” and “x.v.Color” logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
Java and all Java based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Oracle and/or its affiliates.
“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
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“BONUSVIEW™” and “BONUSVIEW™” logo are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.
“BD-Live™” and “BD-Live™” logo are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.
Netflix and the Netflix logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Netflix, Inc.
YouTube and the YouTube logo are trademarks of Google Inc.
“Ultra HD Blu-ray™” and “Ultra HD Blu-ray™” logo are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.
“Blu-ray 3D™”, “Blu-ray 3D™” logo are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON­COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (˝AVC VIDEO˝) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L. L. C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VC-1 PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON­COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE VC-1 STANDARD (˝VC-1 VIDEO˝) AND/OR (ii) DECODE VC-1 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE VC-1 VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM
Some features may require an always-on broadband internet connection, firmware update and/or a minimum bandwidth. Internet services vary by location.
P&F USA Inc./P&F MEXICANA, S.A.de C.V. do not warrant access to the Portal or to any of the services, content, software and advertising.
P&F USA Inc./P&F MEXICANA, S.A. de C.V. may, in its sole discretion, add or remove access to any specific services, content, software and advertising at any time.
Although P&F USA Inc./P&F MEXICANA, S.A. de C.V. will strive to provide a good selection of services, content or software, P&F USA Inc./P&F MEXICANA, S.A. de C.V. do not warrant continued access to any specific services, and content or software.
“Blu-ray Disc™”, “Blu-ray” and “Blu-ray Disc™” logo are trademarks of the Blu-ray Disc Association.
is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing
Corporation.
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CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ................................................. 2
Safety Instruction ..................................................................2
Maintenance .......................................................................... 4
Notice .........................................................................................5
Import ant .................................................................................. 5
Supplied Accessories .......................................................... 6
Trademark Information ......................................................6
FEATURES ...........................................................9
Features ................................................................................... 9
Firmware Version Information ...................................... 10
Symbols Used in this User Manual .............................. 10
FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW ............................... 11
Top and Front Panel ............................................................11
Rear Panel ............................................................................... 11
Remote Control ....................................................................12
Guide to On-Screen Display ........................................... 13
Connections .......................................................14
HDMI Video /Audio Connection....................................14
Connection to an Audio System ....................................16
Connection to the Network ............................................. 17
BEFORE YOU START ....................................... 19
Finding the Viewing Channel /Source on Your TV .19
Initial Setup ............................................................................19
INFORMATION ON PLAYBACK .....................20
Information on Playback .................................................20
Guide to File List .................................................................23
How to Insert a Disc ..........................................................24
BASIC PLAYBACK ............................................ 25
Playing Back a Disc ...........................................................25
Playing Back an Ultra HD Blu-ray™ Disc ..................26
Playing Back a Blu-ray 3D™ Disc ................................. 27
Playing Back Contents on a USB Storage Device .28
Using the Title / Disc / Pop-up Menu ........................28
Playing back from the File list .......................................29
SPECIAL PLAYBACK ........................................30
Fast Forward / Fast Reverse ..........................................30
Slow Forward Playback ...................................................30
Slow Reverse Playback ....................................................30
Frame by frame Playback ...............................................30
Frame Return Playback ...................................................30
Repeat Playback .................................................................31
Slide Show .............................................................................31
PiP (BONUSVIEW™) Setting ..........................................32
Enjoying BD-Live™ Discs Using the Internet ...........32
Title / Chapter Search....................................................... 33
Track Search .........................................................................33
Switching Subtitles ............................................................33
Switching Audio Soundtrack .........................................34
Switching Camera Angles ...............................................34
JPEG Status ..........................................................................35
JPEG Rotation .....................................................................35
Playback Information Window .....................................35
Reception .............................................................................. 36
Closed Caption ....................................................................36
Luminance/Color Adjustment ....................................... 37
Progressive ........................................................................... 37
Reset to Default Picture Settings ................................ 37
Dialogue Enhancer ............................................................ 37
NETWORK SERVICES .....................................38
Before Using Network Services ....................................38
Information on Network Services ................................38
LIST OF SETTINGS ...........................................39
SETUPS .............................................................. 42
HDMI Video .......................................................................... 42
High Dynamic Range Output ......................................... 42
Network Installation.......................................................... 43
EasyLink Setup.................................................................... 47
BD-Video Ratings ..............................................................48
DVD-Video Ratings ...........................................................48
Software Update ................................................................49
Restore Default Settings .................................................50
License & Digital Rights Mgmt ......................................50
OTHER FUNCTION ...........................................50
Special mode .......................................................................50
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................51
Downloading an Electronic Copy ................................53
Contact Us .............................................................................53
GLOSSARY .........................................................5 4
LANGUAGE CODE LIST ...................................56
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................. 57
IMPORTANT HEALTH AND SAFETY
INFORMATION FOR 3D TELEVISIONS ........58
ONE (1) YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ............59
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2. FEATURES
2.1. Features
Ultra HD Blu-ray™
Compared to the existing Blu-ray DiscTM, ULTRA HD Blu­ray™ has much better in Resolution, Color gamut, and Luminance. ULTRA HD Blu-ray™ also supports up to triple layer discs - 50 GB (double layer), 66 GB (double layer), and 100 GB (triple layer).
Blu-ray Disc™
You can enjoy Blu-ray Disc™ which is capable of storing five times more data than a conventional DVD. Upscaling will increase the resolution of a Blu-ray Disc™ to 4K Ultra HD over an HDMI connection when connected to a 4K Ultra HD TV.
Playing back Blu-ray 3D™ Disc
This unit can play back Blu-ray 3D™ discs which contain stereoscopic 3D video. In order to enjoy 3D video, connect this unit to a 3D capable TV using a 3D compatible HDMI cable.
BD-J
With some Blu-ray™ discs which contain Java applications, you can enjoy interactive functions such as games or interactive menus.
DVD upscaling for enhanced picture quality
Your current DVD will look even better than before thanks to video upscaling. Upscaling will increase the resolution of standard definition DVD to high definition up to 4K over an HDMI connection. The picture will be less jagged and more realistic for a near high definition experience.
Enjoy your content on different kinds of media
Full backwards compatibility with DVD, CD and USB storage device ensures that you can continue to enjoy your current audio-video collection. Additionally, you can enjoy AVCHD / MP3 / AAC / WAV /FLAC/ MP4 / JPEG files.
Listen to rich multi-channel surround sound
Multi-channel surround sound, which realizes real-to-life sound and makes you feel that you are really there.
Easy and simple connection to your HDTV via HDMI
Connect this unit to your HDTV with one single HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) cable. Philips recommends High Speed HDMI cable for better compatibility. The high definition video output signal will be transferred to your HDTV without conversion to analog signals, so you will get excellent picture and sound quality completely free from noise. Thanks to other multiple outputs, you can also easily connect to your home theater system or amplifier.
• For 4K/HDR content viewing:
– The connected TV must be 4K/HDR compatible. – An 18 Gbps high-speed HDMI cable is required to
connect this unit and the TV.
About EasyLink (HDMI CEC) (Consumer Electronics Control)
EasyLink allows you to operate the linked functions of this player with Philips brand TV with EasyLink feature.
Philips does not guarantee 100 % interoperability with other brands of HDMI CEC compliant devices.
PiP (BONUSVIEW™)
Some BD-videos have the PiP function which enables you to display the secondary video in the primary video. You can call up the secondary video by selecting [OPTIONS U]
“Secondary Video”whenever the scene contains it.
BD-Live™
BD-Live™ (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 2.0) that allows interactive functions to be used when this unit is connected to the Internet in addition to the BONUSVIEW™ function. The various functions differ depending on the disc.
Pop-up menu
Some BD-videos have a pop-up menu which is a navigation menu that can be called up and be operated on the TV screen without interrupting playback. You can call up the pop-up menu by pressing [TOP MENU]. Contents in the pop-up menu vary depending on the disc.
Intuitive user interface and remote control
The Philips logical user interface allows you to easily navigate through your content and settings, so you can quickly find what you are looking for.
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HDMI Deep Color
Deep Color reduces posterization (color banding) effect of the playback image. Refer to the setting item “Deep Color Output” on page 39
4K output with ULTRA HD Blu-ray
24p or 60p output in 4K resolution is available. Refer to “HDMI Video /Audio Connection” on page 14.
Playing back contents on a USB storage device
You can play back MP3 / AAC / MP4 / FLAC / WAV / MPEG-2 / JPEG files stored in a USB storage device. BD­ROM Profile 2.0 (BD-Live™) and Profile 1.1 discs sometimes store picture-in-picture commentary, subtitles or other extras in the USB storage device for use during playback with the BD-video.
Playing back AVCHD files
This unit supports playback of AVCHD format files (new format for high definition video camcorders) recorded on disc. Your high definition personal archive is playable in HD quality.
x.v.Color
This unit supports playback of video contents on discs recorded with “x.v.Color” technology. To watch this video content with the “x.v.Color” space, a TV or other display device supporting both video image reproduction using “x.v.Color” standard and capability of manual switching of its color space setting is required. Please refer to the user manual of your display device for further information.
Enjoy contents stored on DLNA certified home media servers
This unit is a DLNA certified media player that can play video, music and photo files stored on DLNA certified home media servers connected to your home network. (not warranted for wireless environment)
Netflix
With this unit, you can enjoy movies and TV episodes streamed instantly from Netflix via the Internet. In order to use this feature, you must visit www.netflix.com/ on your PC and become a Netflix member. (This feature is available only in the United States.)
YouTu be™
This unit enables you to access YouTube™. On your TV screen, you can enjoy a large number of video clips streamed from YouTube™.
Digital Rights Management
This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.
HDR (High Dynamic Range)
HDR is the technology which processes picture colors so that colors appear close to the natural view of the naked eye, by controling the difference between the lightest and the darkest colors.
2.2. Firmware Version Information
“Firmware Version Information” screen provides information about this unit’s software version. The current version of software on your unit can be seen on the “Firmware Version Information” screen.
To access “Firmware Version Information”, follow the procedure below.
1. Press [ Q (home)].
2. Use [ 0 / 1 ] to select “Setup”, then press [OK].
3. Use
[ K / L ] to select “Player Settings”, then press
[OK].
4. Use
[ K / L ] to select “System”, then press [OK].
5. Use
[ K / L ] to select “System Information”, then
press [OK].
6. Use
[ K / L ] to select “Firmware Version
Information”, then press [OK].
2.3. Symbols Used in this User Manual
To specify which media type each function is applicable to, we put the following symbols at the beginning of each item to operate.
Symbol Description
Description refers to Ultra HD Blu-ray
UHD
UHD
[UHDBD]
BD
BD
Description refers to BD-video
BD
[BD Video]
VIDEOBD VIDEO
[DVD Video]
[DVD Video]
[AVCHD]
AVC H DAVC H D
[JPEG]
[MP3]
[MPEG2]
[MP4]
[AAC]
[FLAC]
[DLNA P]
[DLNA M]
[DLNA P]
Description refers to DVD-video
DVD
DVD
VIDEO
VIDEO
Description refers to DVD-RW/-R with VR mode
DVD
DVD
VR
VR
Description refers to audio CD / DTS-CD
[CD]
CDCD
Description refers to DVD-RW/-R, DVD+RW/+R with AVCHD files
Description refers to BD-RE/-R, DVD-RW/-R, CD-
JPEGJPEG
RW/-R and USB storage device with JPEG files Description refers to DVD-RW/-R, CD-RW/-R and
MP3MP3
USB storage device with MP3 files Description refers to DVD-RW/-R, CD-RW/-R and
MPEG2MPEG2
USB storage device with MPEG-2 files Description refers to DVD-RW/-R, CD-RW/-R and
MP4MP4
USB storage device with MP4 files Description refers to DVD-RW/-R, CD-RW/-R and
AACAAC
USB storage device with AAC files Description refers to DVD-RW/-R, CD-RW/-R and
WAVWAV
[WAV]
USB storage device with WAV files Description refers to DVD-RW/-R, CD-RW/-R and
FLACFLAC
USB storage device with FLAC files Description refers to video files in the DLNA
DLNA
DLNA
VIDEO
VIDEO
Media Server Description refers to music files in the DLNA
DLNA
DLNA
MUSIC
MUSIC
Media Server Description refers to photo files in the DLNA
DLNA
DLNA
PHOTO
PHOTO
Media Server
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3. FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW

3.1. Top and Front Panel

1. A (open/close) button
• Press to open or close the disc tray.
2. . (standby/on) button / LED
• Press to turn on the unit, or to switch the unit into standby mode. (To completely turn off the unit, you must unplug the AC/DC Adapter.)
• The . (standby/on) LED lights up when the unit is On, and goes out when the unit is Off.
3. Disc tray
• Place a disc after opening the disc tray.
4. Infrared sensor window
• Receives signals from your remote control so that you can control the unit from a distance.
3.2. Rear Panel
1 2
12 3 4 5
1. DC IN jack
3
4
• Connect to the included AC/DC Adapter to supply power to this unit.
• Unplug the AC Power cord from the AC outlet to completely turn off the unit.
2. LAN port
• Used to connect to network provisioning equipment such as a router or a modem, using a LAN cable.
3. HDMI OUT (AUDIO) port
• Used to connect to an AV receiver/amplifier with an HDMI compatible port, using an HDMI cable.
• Audio output only.
4. HDMI OUT port
• Used to connect to a display with an HDMI compatible port, using an HDMI cable. This HDMI port will only output images when the HDMI OUT (AUDIO) port is in use.
5. USB input port
• Connect a USB storage device or USB card reader.
CautionC
• Do not connect any device other than USB storage device or USB card reader into USB input. (e.g. PC, external HDD, MP3 player, digital camera, keyboard, mouse, etc.)
• Do not use an extension cord or USB hub to connect devices to this unit. Always connect one single USB storage device or USB card reader into USB input directly.
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3.3. Remote Control
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
* The unit can also be turned on by pressing these
buttons.
1. B (standby/on) button
• Press to turn on the unit, or to switch the unit into standby mode. (To completely turn off the unit, you must unplug the AC Power cord.)
2. NETFLIX button*
• Press to launch Netflix.
3. Q (home) button
• Press to display the home menu.
4. TOP MENU button* Ultra HD Blu-ray™, Blu-ray Disc™:
• Press to display the top menu or pop-up menu.
DVD:
• Press to display the title menu or disc menu.
5. OK button
• Press to confirm or select menu items.
*
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15
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6. K / L / 0 / 1 buttons
• Press to select items or settings.
• When playback is in pause mode, press [ 1 ] to forward the playback picture by picture.
• When playback is in pause mode, press [ 0 ] to reverse the playback picture by picture.
7. OPTIONS U button
• During playback, press to display the play menu.
8. Red / Green / Yellow / Blue buttons
• Press to activate shortcut keys on some BD-video functions.
9. S (previous) button
• During playback, press once to return to the beginning of the current title, chapter, track or file.
• During playback, press twice to return to the previous title, chapter, track or file.
• During the JPEG playback, press to return to the previous file.
C (stop) button
• Press to stop playback.
k (pause) button
• Press to pause playback.
T (nex t) b ut ton
• During playback, press to skip to the next chapter, track or file.
E (reverse) button
• During playback, press to fast reverse the playback.
B (play) button*
• Press to start playback or resume playback.
D (forward) button
• During playback, press to fast forward the playback.
• When playback is in pause, press to slow forward the playback.
10. -10s button
• Press to reverse the playback by 10 seconds.
11. +60s button
• Press to forward the playback by 60 seconds.
12. Number buttons
• Press to select a chapter during playback.
• Press to enter numbers and letters in the input field.
13. A (open/close) button*
• Press to open or close the disc tray.
14. BACK Y button
• Press to return to the previously displayed menu or screen function.
15. INFO T button
• Press to display the information display.
16. YouTube button*
• Press to launch YouTube™.
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C Installing the Batteries in the Remote Control
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HDMI
Video
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Language
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Menu Lang
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Auto
English
English
Install 2 AAA (1.5V) batteries matching the polarity indicated inside battery compartment of the remote control.
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CautionC
Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and bursting. Please observe the following:
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.
• Do not mix new and old batteries together.
• Do not use different kinds of batteries together. Although they may look similar, different batteries may have different voltages.
• Make sure that the + and - ends of each battery match the indications in the battery compartment.
• Remove batteries from battery compartment, when the remote is not going to be used for a month or more.
• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with governmental regulations or environmental public rules that apply in your country or area.
• Do not recharge, short-circuit, heat, burn or disassemble batteries.
C Using the Remote Control
Remote Control Usage Guidelines:
• Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote control and the infrared sensor window on the unit.
• Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or fluorescent light is shining on the infrared sensor window of the unit.
• Remote controls of different devices can interfere with each other. Avoid using a remote control from another device which is located close to the unit.
• Replace the batteries when you notice a fall-off in the operating range of the remote control.
• The maximum operable ranges from the unit are as follows.
Line of sight:
approx. 23 feet (7 m)
Either side of the center:
approx. 16 feet (5 m) within 30°
Above:
approx. 16 feet (5 m) within 15°
Below:
approx. 10 feet (3 m) within 30°
3.4. Guide to On-Screen Display
C Home Menu
When you turn on the unit, the Home Menu will appear automatically. Otherwise, press [ Q (home)].
Home
Photos SetupVideos Music
Videos: Accesses the Video menu
Music: Accesses the Music menu
Photos: Accesses the Photo menu
Home Network: Accesses the DLNA Server menu
Browse Net TV: Accesses the Network Services
menu
Setup: Accesses the Setup Menu
C Setup Menu
Audio Language
HDMI
Video
Audi
Audio
3
3D
Language
Networ
Network
Rating
Ratings
System
Audio Language
Subtitle Langua
Subtitle Language
Menu Language
On-screen Langua
On-screen Language
losed Ca
Closed Caption
ste
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1. Category
2. Menus / Options :
Displays options for the highlighted item on the left whenever available.
C Play Menu
During playback, press [ OPTIONS U ] to display the play menu.
e.g.) Blu-ray Disc™
Operation Menu
Soundtrack
Subtitle Settings
Angle
Repeat Play
Secondary Video
Playback Information Window
Top Menu
Pop-up Menu
Closed Caption
Browse
Network
Net TV
1ENG DTS-HD MSTR Multi
1
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Original
English
English
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Auto
30˚ 30˚
16 feet (5 m) 23 feet (7 m) 16 feet (5 m)
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4. Connections
• When you change the connections, all devices should be turned off.
• When making connections with external devices, please refer to their user manuals for additional setup help.

4.1. HDMI Video /Audio Connection

(Supports up to 1080i, 1080p, 1080p/24, 4K resolution.)
No analog audio connection required.
C Connecting with the HDMI OUT Port Only
HDMI cable
(supplied)
HDMI IN
or
HDMI cable
(supplied)
• With this connection, the HDMI OUT port outputs both video and audio.
• In order for Ultra HD Blu-ray™ video playback to work with this connection, a 4K/HDR compatible AV receiver/ amplifier and 18 Gbps high-speed HDMI cables are required.
• In order for Blu-ray 3D™ video playback to work with this connection, a 3D compatible AV receiver/amplifier and 3D compatible HDMI cables are required.
HDMI OUTHDMI IN HDMI IN
C Connecting with the HDMI OUT and HDMI OUT (AUDIO) Ports
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
HDMI IN HDMI IN
• With this connection, the HDMI OUT port only outputs video, and the HDMI OUT (AUDIO) port only outputs audio.
• The EasyLink function is only available for the HDMI OUT port.
• In order for Ultra HD Blu-ray™ content playback to work on this unit, a 4K/HDR compatible display device and AV receiver/amplifier must be connected to this unit. Otherwise, the Audio will not be output.
• In order for 3D content playback to work on this unit, a 3D compatible display device and AV receiver/amplifier must be connected to this unit. Otherwise, the Audio will not be output.
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HDMI cable
(supplied)
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
In order to play 4K/HDR content, this unit must be connected to a 4K/60p/4:4:4 and Ultra HD Blu-ray HDR compliant device.
• For 4K/60p/4:4:4, an 18Gbps high-speed HDMI cable is required.
Required TV
Specifications
Up to
4K
60p
4:4:4
Up to
4K
60p
4:2:0
Up to
4K
24p/30 p
Playback Content
BD-Video 24p
Ultra HD Blu-ray
BD-Video 24p
Ultra HD Blu-ray
BD-Video 24p
Ultra HD Blu-ray
BD-Video 24p
Ultra HD Blu-ray
BD-Video 24p
Ultra HD Blu-ray
BD-Video 24p
Ultra HD Blu-ray
24p 24p/4:4:4 60p 60p/4:2:2
24p 60p/4:2:2 60p 60p/4:2:2
24p 24p/4:2:2 60p 60p/4:2:0
24p 60p/4:2:0 60p 60p/4:2:0
24p 24p/4:2:2 60p 2K 60p/4:4:4
24p 60p/4:4:4 60p 60p/4:4:4
HDMI
Resolution
Auto 4K/60p (4:4:4)
Auto 4K/60p (4:2:0)
Auto Off
Recommended Settings Video Signals from the Unit
4K60p Output
24p
Output
High Dynamic Range Output
Auto
Auto 4K
Off
Auto
Auto 4K
Off
Auto
Auto
Off 2K
Resolution
Output
4K
Frame Rate /
Color Space
24p/4:4:4
60p/4:4:4
24p/4:4:4
60p/4:2:0
24p/4:4:4
60p/4:4:4
• Ultra HD Blu-ray content is created in 4K resolution.
• TVs supporting 4K60p are compatible with HDCP 2.2.
NoteD
• Do not tilt the HDMI connector when inserting it into the HDMI port, and make sure the shapes of the HDMI port and the HDMI cable's connector match.
• If this unit is connected to an HDCP incompatible display device, video will not be displayed properly.
• Use a certified HDMI cable (an HDMI cable with the HDMI logo) for this connection. High-Speed HDMI cable (also known as HDMI category 2 cable) is recommended for better compatibility.
• In order for Ultra HD Blu-ray™ video playback, connect this unit to a 4K/HDR compatible display device using an 18 Gbps high-speed HDMI cable.
• In order for Blu-ray 3D™ video playback, connect this unit to a 3D compatible display device using a 3D compatible HDMI cable.
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4.2. Connection to an Audio System
C HDMI Audio Connection
AV receiver / amplifier with an HDMI input jack
HDMI IN
HDMI cable
(supplied)
C Audio Output from HDMI OUT jack
“DD/DD+/DTHD” Setting “DTS/DTS-HD” Setting
Media
Ultra HD Blu-ray Blu-ray
DVD-Video Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Multi LPCM
DTS-CD DTS DTS Mult i LPCM AVCHD Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Multi LPCM
Audio CD LPCM 2ch LPCM 2ch LPCM MP3 MP3 2ch LPCM 2ch LPCM AAC AAC 2ch LPCM 2ch LPCM FLAC FLAC 2ch/Multi LPCM 2ch LPCM WAV WAV 2ch LPCM 2ch LPCM MPEG2(TS/PS) Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Multi LPCM
Netflix Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital Plus Multi LPCM*
YouTube™ HE-AAC 2ch LPCM 2ch LPCM
“BD-Video Secondary Output” Setting
Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Multi LPCM Dolby Dig ital Plus Dolby Dig ital Plus Dolby Dig ital Multi LPCM* Dolby TrueHD Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Multi LPCM* DTS DTS Mult i LPCM DTS-HD DTS-HD DTS Mult i LPCM* LPCM Multi LPCM Multi LPCM
DTS DTS Mult i LPCM LPCM Multi LPCM Multi LPCM
LPCM Multi LPCM Multi LPCM
Dolby Dig ital Plus Dolby Dig ital Plus Dolby Dig ital Multi LPCM* LPCM Multi LPCM Multi LPCM
HE-AAC 2ch LPCM 2ch LPCM
Audio Souce
Which audio format can be output depends on the compatibility of the
“Bitstream” “LPCM”
Off On Off On
connected device.
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3
1
1
1
Multi LPCM* Multi LPCM*
Multi LPCM*
Multi LPCM*
2
4
5
2
*1 Fully decoded. *2 Only the independent substream is decoded. *3 Dolby TrueHD stream is decoded. *4 Only the Dolby Digital substream is decoded. *5 Only the core substream is decoded.
NoteD
• If the connected device is not compatible with HDMI BITSTREAM, audio will be output as multi LPCM or 2-channel down-mixed LPCM depending on the capability of the connected device even if you select “Bitstream” in “HDMI Audio” setting.
• When playing back a BD-video which only contains the primary audio, the audio output will be the same case as “Off” even if “BD-Video Secondary Audio” is set to “On”.
• Discs containing DTS audio with over 5.1ch surround signals at the sampling rate of 192kHz may not play correctly on this unit. When playing such discs while this unit is connected to an Audio System (over 5.1ch) such as an A/V amplifier, HDMI receiver, etc., select “Bitstream” under the “DTS/DTS-HD” in “Digital Audio Output” of “Audio” setting of this unit. (If “PCM” is selected, audio with over 5.1ch surround signals may not be output correctly.)
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4.3. Connection to the Network

By connecting this unit to the Internet, you can update the software via the Internet or access BD-Live™, Netflix, and YouTube™ services.
• For a stable connection, wired connection is recommended when using following features. (Using following features with Wireless LAN connection can be affected by other devices using radio frequencies.)
– Video streaming services (Netflix / YouTube™) –Network update
C Wired Connection
Networking equipment (modem, etc.)
Broadband router or hub
LAN
LAN cable (not supplied)
Internet
WAN LAN
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LAN cable (not supplied)
CautionC
• Do not insert any cable other than a LAN cable to the LAN terminal to avoid damaging the unit.
• Do not connect your PC directly to the L AN terminal of this unit.
NoteD
• After you make a wired connection, set up necessary network settings. (For network setting of wired connection, refer to “Wired” on page 44.)
• If your modem does not have router functions, connect a wired router.
• If your modem has router functions but there is no vacant port, add a hub.
• For a wired router, use a router which supports 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX / 1000BASE-T ETHERNET standard.
• Please purchase shielded LAN cables at your local store and use them when you connect to network equipment.
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C Wireless LAN Connection
Networking equipment (modem, etc.)
Internet
LAN WAN
Wireless LAN router
LAN cable (not supplied)
NoteD
• After you made the Wireless LAN connection, set up necessary network settings. (For the network setting of Wireless LAN connection, refer to “Wireless” on page 46.)
• For a Wireless LAN router, use a router which supports IEEE 802.11 b/g/n/ac. (“ac” type is recommended for stable operation of the Wireless LAN network.)
• Set the Wireless LAN router to Infrastructure mode. This unit does not support Ad-hoc mode.
• Other radio devices or obstacles may cause interference to the Wireless LAN network connection.
• With a 2.4GHz wireless router (access point), using a USB3.0 compatible device with this unit may cause wireless connection instability. Place the wireless router as far away as possible from this unit.
• When using a 5GHz compatible wireless router (access point), 5GHz bandwidth use is recommended.
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