Pioneer BDP-150 Operating Instruction

Blu-ray 3D™ PLAYER
LECTEUR Blu-ray 3D™
REPRODUCTOR de Blu-ray 3D™

BDP-150

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Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi

Manual de instrucciones

Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly.
After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.

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 lightning flash 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 sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

IMPORTANT

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CAUTION

This product is a class 1 laser product classified
under the Safety of laser products, IEC 60825-1:2007.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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Operating Environment

Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 °C to +35 °C (+41 °F to +95 °F); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, or in
locations exposed to high humidity or direct sunlight (or
strong artificial light)

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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC
outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed
and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and
mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of
this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the
cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make
sure it is properly disposed of after removal.
The equipment should be disconnected by removing
the mains plug from the wall socket when left unused
for a long period of time (for example, when on
vacation).

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WARNING

This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire or
shock hazard, do not place any container filled with
liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or flower
pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain or
moisture.

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WARNING

Before plugging in for the first time, read the following
section carefully.

The voltage of the available power supply differs
according to country or region. Be sure that the
power supply voltage of the area where this unit
will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V
or 120 V) written on the rear panel.

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VENTILATION CAUTION

When installing this unit, make sure to leave space
around the unit for ventilation to improve heat radiation
(at least 10 cm at top, 10 cm at rear, and 10 cm at each
side).

WARNING

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product,
and to protect it from overheating. To prevent fire
hazard, the openings should never be blocked or
covered with items (such as newspapers, table-cloths,
curtains) or by operating the equipment on thick carpet
or a bed.

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CAUTION

The

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STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not
completely shut off all power from the AC outlet.
Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect
device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the
AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore, make
sure the unit has been installed so that the power
cord can be easily unplugged from the AC outlet in
case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard, the power
cord should also be unplugged from the AC outlet
when left unused for a long period of time (for
example, when on vacation).

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This product is for general household purposes. Any
failure due to use for other than household purposes
(such as long-term use for business purposes in a
restaurant or use in a car or ship) and which requires
repair will be charged for even during the warranty
period.

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POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the
plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power
cord when your hands are wet as this could cause a
short circuit or electric shock. Do not place the unit, a
piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord, or pinch the
cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other
cords. The power cords should be routed such that they
are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord
can cause a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check
the power cord once in a while. When you find it
damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized
service center or your dealer for a replacement.

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WARNING

To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked flame
sources (such as a lighted candle) on the equipment.

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WARNING: Handling the cord on this product or

cords associated with accessories sold with the
product may expose you to chemicals listed on
proposition 65 known to the State of California and
other governmental entities to cause cancer and
birth defect or other reproductive harm.

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This product contains mercury. Disposal of this
material may be regulated due to environmental
considerations. For disposal or recycling information,
please contact your local authorities or the Electronics
Industries Alliance : www.eiae.org.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE

THE MODEL NUMBER AND SERIAL NUMBER OF
THIS EQUIPMENT ARE ON THE REAR OR BOTTOM.
RECORD THESE NUMBERS ON YOUR ENCLOSED
WARRANTY CARD AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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Information to User

Alterations or modifications carried out without
appropriate authorization may invalidate the user’s
right to operate the equipment.

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This Class B digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.

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CAUTION

This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded
cables and connectors are used to connect the unit
to other equipment. To prevent electromagnetic
interference with electric appliances such as radios
and televisions, use shielded cables and connectors
for connections.

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The Safety of Your Ears is in Your Hands

Get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a
safe level – a level that lets the sound come through
clearly without annoying blaring or distortion and, most
importantly, without affecting your sensitive hearing.
Sound can be deceiving. Over time, your hearing
“comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound, so
what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and
harmful to your hearing. Guard against this by setting
your equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing
adapts.

ESTABLISH A SAFE LEVEL:

• Set your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it
comfortably and clearly, without distortion.

• Once you have established a comfortable sound
level, set the dial and leave it there.

BE SURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING
GUIDELINES:

• Do not turn up the volume so high that you can’t
hear what’s around you.

• Use caution or temporarily discontinue use in
potentially hazardous situations.

• Do not use headphones while operating a motorized
vehicle; the use of headphones may create a traffic
hazard and is illegal in many areas.

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Cautions on 3D Viewing

• If you should experience any fatigue or discomfort while viewing 3D images, stop viewing them.

• Children, particularly those under 6, may be more prone to sensitivity, so guardians should watch for

any signs of fatigue or discomfort.

• When viewing 3D images, rest periodically.
Extended viewing of 3D images without rest periods could cause fatigue or discomfort.

Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
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.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.

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Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
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.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
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.

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NOTE:

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.

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Contents

01 Before you start

What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Putting the batteries in the remote control. . . . . . . . . . 6

Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

About operation of this player from a mobile device

(iPod, iPhone, iPad etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Types of discs/files that can be played. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Playable discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Playable files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Part Names and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

02 Connecting up

Connecting using an HDMI cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

About HDMI. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

About Control Function with HDMI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Connecting a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting an AV receiver or amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Connecting video and audio cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting a TV using a video/audio cable . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting an AV receiver or amplifier using

an coaxial digital audio cable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting components to the USB port . . . . . . . . . . . 17

About USB devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Connecting the USB device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Connecting to the network through LAN interface. . . . 18

Connecting to a wireless LAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Connecting the power cord. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

03 Getting Started

Making settings using the Setup Navigator menu . . . . 20

04 Playback

Playing discs or files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Forward and reverse scanning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Playing specific chapters, tracks or files. . . . . . . . . . . 22

Skipping content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Playing in slow motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Step forward and step reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Playing a specific section within a title or track

repeatedly (A-B Repeat) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Playing repeatedly (Repeat Play). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Playing in the desired order (Programmed Play). . . . 22

Making bookmarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Zoom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Playing photos as slideshows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Switching the camera angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Switching the subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Switching the audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Switching the CD/SACD playback area . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Displaying the disc information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Enjoying BONUSVIEW or BD-LIVE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Playback functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Using the FUNCTION menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Playing from a specific time (Time Search) . . . . . . . . 26

Playing a specif

(Search) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Playing specified range of discs, titles or chapter

(track/file) in random order . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Continuing playback from a specified position

(Continued Viewing Playback) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

ic title, chapter, track or file

05 Playback from Home Media Gallery

About Home Media Gallery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

About network playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

DLNA Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Disc/USB playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Playing back image files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Playing in the desired order (Playlist) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Adding tracks/files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Playing the Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Deleting tracks/files from the Playlist . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

06 Playing the web contents

Available web contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Playing the items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

07 Advanced settings

Changing the settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Operating the Initial Setup screen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Software updating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Restoring all the settings to the factory default

settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

About how digital audio formats are output . . . . . . . . . 41

Language Code Table and Country/Area Code Table. . 42

Language Code Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Country/Area Code Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

08 Additional information

Disclaimer for third party content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Cautions on use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Moving the player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Place of installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Turn the power off when not using the player . . . . . . 44

Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Cleaning the player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Caution for when the unit is installed in a rack

with a glass door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Cleaning the pickup lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Handling discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Control function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Others. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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Chapter 1

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Before you start

What’s in the box

•Remote control x 1

• Video/audio cable (yellow/white/red plugs) x 1

•AAA/R03 dry cell batteries x 2

•Warranty card

•Power cord

•Operating instructions (this document)

•To prevent leakage of battery fluid, remove the
batteries if you do not plan to use the remote control
for a long period of time (1 month or more). If the fluid
should leak, wipe it carefully off the inside of the case,
then insert new batteries. If a battery
the fluid should get on your skin, flush it off with large
quantities of water.

• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with
governmental regulations or environmental public
institution’s rules that apply in your country/area.

should leak and

Putting the batteries in the
remote control

1 Open the rear cover.

2 Insert the batteries (AAA/R03 x 2).

Insert as indicated by the / marks into the battery
compartment.

3 Close the rear cover.

Close securely (a click should be heard).
The batteries included with the player have been provided

to allow you to check product operation and may not last
long. We recommend using alkaline batteries that have a
longer life.

WARNING

•Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or
other excessively hot place, such as inside a car or
near a heater. This can cause batteries to leak,
overheat, explode or catch fire. It can also reduce the
life or performance of batteries.

Caution

• Do not use any batteries other th
specified. Also, do not use a new battery together with
an old one.

• When loading the batteries into the remote control,
set them in the proper direction, as indicated by the
polarity marks ( and ).

• Do not heat batteries, disassemble them, or throw
them into flames or water.

•Batteries may have different voltages, even if they look
similar. Do not use different kinds of batteries

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Software Update

Product information on this player is provided on the
Pioneer website. Check this website for update and
service information on your Blu-ray disc player.

http://www.pioneerelectronics.com

About operation of
this player from a
mobile device (iPod,
iPhone, iPad etc.)

The player can be controlled from a mobile device by
installing the special application onto the mobile device.

For details, see the product information on the Pioneer
website.

This special application may be changed or discontinued
without notice.

Types of discs/files that can be played

Playable discs

Discs with the logo marks below indicated on the disc label, package or jacket can be played.

Caution

• Only the discs that have been finalized can be played.

Disc type Logo

BD-ROM 

BD-R 

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BD

BD-RE 

DVD-ROM 

BDMV BDAV DVD-Video DVD VR

Application format

CD-DA

DTS-CD

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DVD

CD

1. Discs on which video, image or audio files are recorded. This player does not support multisession discs or multiborder recording.

2. Including dual-layered discs.

3. Finalize them before playing them on this player.

4. DVD-R for Authoring discs (3.95 and 4.7 GB) cannot be played.

5. Including the AVCHD format.

6. Including the AVCREC format.

7. Version 1.0 DVD-RW discs cannot be played.

8. Including Video CDs.

2,3,4

DVD-R

3,7

DVD-RW

2,3

DVD+R

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DVD+RW

CD-DA

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CD-R

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CD-RW

CD-ROM 

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• “Blu-ray Disc”, “Blu-ray” and “Blu-ray Disc” logo are

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trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.

• is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing
Corporation.

 Discs that cannot be played

• HD DVDs

•DVD-RAM discs

It is possible that some discs other than the ones listed
above may not be playable either.

Note

• Some discs cannot be played, even if one of the logo
marks on the previous page is indicated.

•To play 8 cm discs, set the disc in the 8 cm disc
depression in the center of the disc tray. No adapter
is necessary. 8 cm BD-ROMs cannot be played.

 About playback of unauthorized
copies

Cinavia Notice

This product uses Cinavia technology to limit the use of
unauthorized copies of some commercially-produced
film and videos and th eir soundtracks. When a prohibited
use of an unauthorized copy is detected, a message will
be displayed and playback or copying will be interrupted.

More information about Cinavia technology is provided at
the Cinavia Online Consumer Information Center at http:/
/www.cinavia.com. To request additional information
about Cinavia by mail, send a postcard with your mailing
address to: Cinavia Consumer Information Center, P.O.
Box 86851, San Diego, CA, 92138, USA.

Copyright 2004-2010 Verance Corporation. Cinavia
Verance Corporation trademark. Protected by U.S. Patent
7,369,677 and worldwide patents issued and pending
under license from Verance Corporation. All rights reserved.

 About audio formats

The following audio formats are supported on this player:

•Dolby TrueHD

• Dolby Digital Plus

• Dolby Digital

•DTS-HD Master Audio

• DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

•DTS Digital Surround

•MPEG audio (AAC)

•Linear PCM

To enjoy the surround sound of Dolby TrueHD, Dolby
Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio, it is recommended to connect the
player to an AV receiver or amplifier compatible with
these audio formats using an HDMI cable. After loading
a BD containing sound in one of these audio formats,
select the audio format on the menu screen.

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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
”Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent Nos:
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,392,195;
7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide
patents issued & pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTS-HD
and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS­HD Master Audio | Essential is a trademark of DTS, Inc.
Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

 Playing BDs

• BDs (BDMV) compatible with the formats below can
be played.

–Blu-ray Disc Read-Only (ROM) Format Version 2
–Blu-ray Disc Recordable (R) Format Version 2
–Blu-ray Disc Rewritable (RE) Format Version 3

This player supports BD-ROM Profile 5.

“Blu-ray 3D” and “Blu-ray 3D” logo are trademarks of
Blu-ray Disc Association.

BONUSVIEW functions such as playback of
secondary video (Picture-in-Picture) and secondary
audio can be used. The data used with the
BONUSVIEW functions (the secondary video
(Picture-in-Picture) and secondary audio data) may
be stored in the storage. For details on secondary
video and secondary audio playback, refer to the
disc’s instructions.

“BONUSVIEW” is trademark of Blu-ray Disc
Association.

BD-LIVE functions such as downloading movie
trailers or additional audio and subtitle languages
and playing on-line games can be enjoyed over th
Internet. The data downloaded with the BD-LIVE
function (trailers, etc.) is stored in the storage. Refer
to the disc’s instructions for details about BD-LIVE
functions.

“BD-LIVE” logo is trademark of Blu-ray Disc
Association.

e

With BD-ROMs, it is possible to use BD-J (Java)

Root

01 Folder

XX Folder

Folder

001.jpg/001.mp3

xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3

001.jpg/001.mp3

xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3

001.jpg/001.mp3

xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3

001.jpg/001.mp3

xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3

applications to create highly interactive titles, for
example including games.

Oracle and Java are registered trademarks of Oracle
and/or its affiliates. Other names may be trademarks of
their respective owners.

• BDs (BDAV) compatible with the formats below can
be played.

–Blu-ray Disc Recordable (R) Format Version 1
–Blu-ray Disc Rewritable (RE) Format Version 2

 Playing DVDs

This label indicates playback compatibility with DVD-RW
discs recorded in VR format (Video Recording format).
However, for discs recorded with a record-only-once
encrypted program, playback can only be achieved using a
CPRM compatible device.

The AVCHD is a high definition (HD) digital video camera
recorder format recording high-definition onto certain

media by using highly efficient codec technologies.

 DualDisc playback

A DualDisc is a two-sided disc, one side of which
contains DVD content — video, audio, etc. — while the
other side contains non-DVD content such as digital
audio material.

The DVD side of a DualDisc can be played on this player.
The non-DVD, audio side of the disc is not compatible

with this player.
It is possible that when loading or ejecting a DualDisc,

the opposite side to that being played will be scratched.
Scratched discs may not be playable.

For more detailed information on the DualDisc
specification, please refer to the disc manufacturer or
disc retailer.

 Playing discs created on computers
or BD/DVD recorders

• It may not be possible to play discs recorded using a
computer due to the application settings or
computer’s environment settings. Record discs in a
format playable on this player. For details, contact the
dealer.

• It may not be possible to play discs recorded using a
computer or a BD/DVD recorder, if burn quality is not
good due to characteristics of the disc, scratches, dirt
on the disc, dirt on the recorder’s lens, etc.

 About video, audio, and image files
and folders

Audio and image files can be played on this player when
the folders on the disc or USB device are created as
described below.

Example of folder structure:

01

“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of
Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.

 About region numbers

Blu-ray Disc Player and BD-ROM or DVD-Video discs are
assigned region numbers according to the region in
which they are sold.

This player’s region numbers are:

•BD-ROM: A

•DVD-Video: 1

Discs not including these numbers cannot be played.
Discs playable on this player are as shown below.

• BDs: A (including A) and ALL

• DVDs: 1 (including 1) and ALL

 Playing CDs

Regarding copy protected CDs: This player is designed to
conform to the specifications of the Audio CD format.
This player does not support the playback or function of
discs that do not conform to these specifications.

*

*

*

*

* The number of folders and files within a single folder
(including the root directory) is limited to a maximum of

256. Also, keep the number of folder layers to a maximum
of 5.

Note

• The file and folder names displayed on this player may
differ from those displayed on a computer.

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Playable files

01

Video, image and audio files recorded on BDs, DVDs, CDs
or USB devices can be played.

Caution

• In DVD, only the one recorded by the ISO 9660 file
system can be played.

•Some files may not be playable.

•For some files, it may not be possible to use certain
functions during playback.

•It may not be possible to play some files, even if they
have the extension of a file playable on this player.

•Files protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management)
cannot be played (not including DivX VOD files).

 Supported video file formats

• DivX Plus HD

®

DivX Certified
(H.264/MKV) video up to 1080p HD including
premium content.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX
created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation.

This is an official DivX Certified
DivX video. Visit divx.com for more information and
software tools to convert your files into DivX videos.

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This DivX
Certified

purchased DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) movies. To
obtain your registration code, locate the DivX VOD
section in your device setup menu. Go to
vod.divx.com for more information on how to
complete your registration.

to play DivX® and DivX PlusTM HD

®

is a digital video format

®

device that plays

®

device must be registered in order to play

–This player’s DivX VOD registration code can be

checked at HOME MENU  Initial Setup 

Playback  D
Code (page 36).

–The number of views is restricted for some DivX

VOD files. When such files are played on this
player, the remaining number o f vi ews is d isplayed.
Files for which the remaining number of views has

reached 0 cannot be played (This DivX rental has
expired is displayed). Files for which the number of

views is not restricted can be played as many times
as you like (the remaining number of views is not
displayed).

ivX(R) VOD DRM  Registration

®

DivX

, DivX Certified®, DivX PlusTM HD and associated
logos are trademarks of Rovi Corporation or its
subsidiaries and are used under license.

Note

•This DivX

®

order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD) content.
First generate the DivX VOD registration code for your
device and submit it during the registration process.
Important: DivX VOD content is protected by a DivX
DRM (Digital Rights Management) system that
restricts playback to registered DivX Certified devices.
If you try to play DivX VOD content not authorized for
your device, the message Authorization Error will be
displayed and your content will not be played. Learn
more at www.divx.com/vod.

Certified device must be registered in

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 Table of Playable Files

Playable media

Playable files

(Extensions)

MP3
(.mp3)

WMA
(.wma)

LPCM
(.wav)

FLAC
(.flac)

JPEG
(.jpg/.jpeg)

DivX
(.avi/.divx/.mkv)

MP4
(.mp4)

WMV
(.wmv)

AVI
(.avi)

1. This unit supports FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS file systems.

2. A requirement for playing files as a DMP. For details, see page 28.

BD-R/RE/-R DL/

RE DL/-R LTH,

DVD-R/RW/-R DL/

+R/+RW/+R DL,

CD-R/RW



















USB devices

1

Network

2

Sampling frequencies: Up to 48 kHz
Bit rate: Up to 320 kbps
Audio type: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3

Sampling frequencies: Up to 48 kHz
Bit rate: Up to 192 kbps
Audio type: WMA version 9

Sampling frequencies: Up to 192 kHz
Quantization bitrate: 16 bit
Channel: 2ch

Sampling frequencies: Up to 192 kHz
Quantization bitrate: 16 bit, 24 bit
Channel: 2ch

Maximum resolution: 4 000 x 3 000 pixels

Supporte
Maximum resolution:

Up to 1 920 x 1 080 (DivX
Up to 1 280 x 720 (MKV)

Maximum resolution: Up to 1 920 x 1 080
Video: MPEG4, MPEG-4 AVC (level 4.1)
Audio: AAC, MP3

Maximum resolution: Up to 1 280 x 720
Video: WMV9, WMV9AP (VC-1)
Audio: WMA

Maximum resolution: Up to 1 920 x 1 080
Video: MPEG4
Audio: MP3, AAC, AC-3

File specifications

d versions: Through DivX

®

PLUS HD)

®

PLUS HD

01

Note

•Depending on the file structure and server capacity, it may not be possible to play certain files, even for files
indicated on the table of playable files above.

•Copyright-protected files and contents recorded from digital broadcasts (satellite, cable or digital terrestrial)
cannot be played via LAN.

•Files protected by DRM (Digital Rights Management) cannot be played.

• AVCHD contents cannot be played via LAN.

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8

3

12

13

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2

4

5

6

9

11

14

15

16

17

19

21

23

25

18

20

22

24

01

Functions

Remote Control

1STANDBY/ON
2 AUDIO – (page 24)
3SUBTITLE – (page 23)
4 MEDIA GALLERY – (page 28)
5 REPEAT – (page 22)
6 HDMI – Use to switch the resolution of the video

signals output from the HDMI OUT terminal
(page 35).

7 // – (page 22)

 – (page 21)

// – (page 22)
 – (page 21)
 – (page 21)

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 – (page 21)

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– Press to turn the power on and off.

8TOP MENU – Press to display the top menu of the BD-

ROM or DVD-Video.

9HOME MENU – (page 33)

10 Color buttons – Use these to navigate BD-ROM

menus.

PROGRAM – (page 22)
BOOK MARK – (page 23)
ZOOM – (page 23)
INDEX – (page 23)

11 Number buttons – Use these to select and play the

title/chapter/track y
select items from menus.

12 CLEAR – Press to clear the numeric number, etc.
13 FUNCTION – (page 26)

14 RETURN – Press to return to the previous

screen.

15 /// – Use to select items, change settings and

move the cursor.
ENTER – Press to execute the selected item or enter a
setting that has been changed, etc.

16 POP UP MENU/MENU – Press to display the

BD-ROM or DVD-Video menus.

17 EXIT – (page 31)
18 NETFLIX – (page 31)
19 DISPLAY – (page 24)
20 A-B – (page 22)
21 FL DIMMER – Each time this is pressed, the

brightness of the front panel display switches (in 4
levels).

22 CD/SACD – For hy
the CD and SACD layers (page 24).

23 ANGLE – (page 23)
24 CONTINUED – Use to continue playback from a

specified position (page 27).

25  OPEN/CLOSE – Press to open and close the disc

tray.

Note

•To operate an AV receiver equipped with a remote
control mode setting using the RECEIVER CONTROL
buttons, set the AV receiver’s remote control mode to
“1”. For details, see the AV receiver’s operating
instructions.

ou want to view or listen to and to

brid discs, press to switch between

Front Panel

1 2 3 54 6 7 8

9

321 5 6 74

01

1  STANDBY/ON – Press to turn the power on and

off.

2 Disc tray

3 Front panel display
4 Reset button – If the power cannot be turned off (set

to standby), use a thin rod to press this button. The
unit restarts, at which point it is again operable.

Rear Panel

1 DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) terminal – (page 17)
2 VIDEO OUT terminal – (page 17)
3 AUDIO OUT terminals – (page 17)
4 HDMI OUT terminal – (page 14)

5 Remote control sensor – Point the remote control to

this, then operate it within approximately 7 m.
The player may have trouble capturing remote control
signals if there is a fluorescent light nearby. If this
happens, move the player away from the fluorescent
light.

6  OPEN/CLOSE – Press to open and close the disc

tray.

7  – Press to stop pla
8 USB port – (page 17)
9  – Press to start playback.

5 LAN (10/100) terminal – (page 18)
6 USB port – (page 17)
7AC IN – (page 19)

yback.

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Chapter 2

02

Connecting up

Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet whenever making or changing
connections.

After connecting, make the settings at the Setup
Navigator or Initial Setup menu according to the type of
cable connected (page 20).

Also refer to the operating instructions for the device
being connected.

“x.v.Color” is a promotion name given to the products that
have the capability to realize a wide-gamut color space
based on the international standard specifications
defined as xvYCC.

Connecting using an
HDMI cable

The audio and video signals can be transferred to HDMI­compatible devices as digital signals with no loss of
sound or video quality.

Note

• Make the settings at the Setup Navigator menu
according to the connected HDMI-compatible device
(page 20).

• 1080p video signals may not be output, depending on
the HDMI cable being used.

About HDMI

This player incorporates the High-Definition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI

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.

The player supports Deep Color.
The conventional players can transmit a video signal with
8 bit color depth in the YCbCr 4:4:4 or RGB format; the
players supporting Deep Color can transmit a video
signal with a color bit depth of greater than 8 bits per
color component. Subtle color gradations can be
reproduced when this player is connected to a TV that
supports Deep Color.

This product is compatible with “x.v.Color” that have the
capability to realize a wide-gamut color space
the xvYCC specifications.
Playing video signals conforming to “xvYCC” standards
on this player when this player is connected to an
“x.v.Color”-compatible TV, etc., expands color
reproduction capabilities, allowing natural colors to be

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®

) technology.

based on

“x.v.Color” and
Corporation.

are trademarks of Sony

 Playable audio signals through the
HDMI OUT terminal

•Dolby TrueHD

• Dolby Digital Plus

• Dolby Digital

•DTS-HD Master Audio

•DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

•DTS Digital Surround

•Linear PCM
Linear PCM audio signals meeting the following

conditions can be output:
–Sampling frequency: 32 kHz to 192 kHz
–Number of channels: Up to 8 (up to 6 for a 192 kHz

sampling frequency)

•DSD audio

 When connected to a DVI device

• It is not possible to connect DVI devices
(computer displays, for example) that are not
compatible with HDCP. HDCP is a specification to

protect audiovisual content across the DVI/HDMI
interface.

• No audio signals are output. Connect using an audio
cable, etc.

•This player is designed for connection with HDMI-
compatible devices. When connected to a DVI device,
it may not operate properly depending on the DVI
device.

About Control Function with
HDMI

The functions work when a control function with HDMI­compatible Pioneer Flat Screen TV or AV system (AV
receiver o r amplifier, etc.) is connected to the player using
an HDMI cable.

Also refer to the operating instructions for the Flat Screen
TV and AV system (AV receiver or amplifier, etc.).

 To use the control function with
HDMI

• The control function with HDMI operates when
control function with HDMI is set to On for all devices
connected with HDMI cables.

• Once the connections and the settings of all the
devices are finished, be sure to check that the player’s
picture is output to the Flat Screen TV. (Also check
after changing the connected devices and
reconnecting HDMI cables.) The control function with
HDMI may not operate properly if the player’s picture
is not properly output to the Flat Screen TV.

•Use High Speed HDMI
control function with HDMI. The control function with
HDMI may not operate properly if other HDMI cables
are used.

•For some models, the control function with HDMI
may be referred to as “KURO LINK” or “HDMI
Control”.

• The control function with HDMI does not work with
devices of other brands, even if this player is
connected with an HDMI cable.

®/TM

Cables when using the

 What the control function with
HDMI can do

• Outputting the optimum picture quality to a Flat
Screen TV compatible with the control function
with HDMI.

When the control function with HDMI is enabled,
video signals with the optimum picture quality for
control function with HDMI are output from the
player’s HDMI terminal.

• Operating the player with the Flat Screen TV’s
remote control.

Such player operations as starting and stopping
playback and displaying the menus can be performed
from the Flat Screen TV.

• The player’s playback picture is displayed on the
Flat Screen TV’s screen. (Auto-select function)

The input switches automatically on the Flat Screen
TV and AV system (AV receiver o r amplifier, etc.) when
playback is started on the player or the HOME MENU
is displayed. When the input is sw itched, the playback
picture, the HOME MENU appears on the Flat Screen
TV.

• The power of the Flat Screen TV and the player
turns on and off automatically. (Simultaneous
power function)

When playback on the player is started or the HOME
MENU is displayed, if the Flat Screen TV’s power was
off, its power turns on automatically. When the Flat
Screen TV’s power is turned off, the player’s power
automatically turns off.

 Sound Retriever Link

About Sound Retriever Link

Sound Retriever Link is a sound quality correction control
technology that automatically adjusts the compressed
sound quality for the connected AV receiver using HDMI
control function.

Sound Retriever Link function allows you to enjoy higher
quality audio by setting the connected AV receiver’s
Sound Retriever function automatically.

Sound Retriever Link function on this player works
exclusively with the following situations.

• PC Audio Stream that is played by USB devices or via
network.

•The Pioneer AV receiver compatible with Sound
Retriever Link function is connected to this player
through an HDMI cable and the player’s setting is set
as shown below (page 35).

Control: On

•Also refer to the instructions of the AV receiver.

•

See Pioneer website about AV receivers compatible
with Sound Retriever Link function.

Caution

•Connect the player directly to the Pioneer AV receiver
compatible with Sound Retriever Link function.
Interrupting a direct connection with an amplifier or
AV converter (such as an HDMI switch) can cause
malfunction.

 Stream Smoother Link

About Stream Smoother Link

Stream Smoother Link is a function that improves picture
quality of network video contents using the control
function with HDMI. Stream Smoother Link function
allows you to enjoy a high quality picture with less noise
by setting the connected AV receiver’s Stream Smoother
function automatically.

Stream Smoother Link function on this player works
exclusively with the following situations.

•Playback of PC contents stored on discs and USB
devices.

•The Pioneer AV receiver with Stream Smoother Link
function is connected to this player through an HDMI
cable and the player’s setting is set as shown below
(page 35). Also refer to the instructions for the AV
receiver.

Control: On

See Pioneer website about AV receivers compatible with
Stre

am Smoother Link function.

Caution

•Connect the player directly to the Pioneer AV receiver
compatible with Stream smoother Link function.
Interrupting a direct connection with an amplifier or
AV converter (such as HDMI switch) can cause
malfunction.

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Connecting a TV

Player’s rear panel

TV

Match the direction of
the plug to the terminal
and insert straight.

To HDMI
input terminal

HDMI cable

(commercially

available)

It is also possible to connect to an
AV receiver or amplifier using an
HDMI cable (on the right column).

Direction of signal flow

Player’s rear panel

To HDMI
input terminal

From HDMI
output
terminal

AV receiver
or amplifier

To HDMI input

terminal

TV

HDMI cable

(commercially

available)

Match the direction
of the plug to the
terminal and insert
straight.

Direction of signal flow

HDMI cable

(commercially

available)

02

See Connecting an AV receiver or amplifier on the right
column to connect an AV receiver or amplifier using an
HDMI cable.

Caution

•Hold the plug when connecting and disconnecting
the cable.

• Placing a load on the plug could result in faulty
contact and no video signals being output.

Connecting an AV receiver or
amplifier

Connect to an AV receiver or amplifier in order to enjoy
the surround sound of Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby Digital, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio or DTS Digital Surround. For
instructions on connecting the TV and speakers to the AV
receiver or amplifier, refer to the operating instructions
for AV receiver or amplifier.

Caution

•Hold the plug when connecting and disconnecting
the cable.

• Placing a load on the plug could result in faulty
contact and no video signals being output.

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Connecting video and

TV

Player’s rear panel

Direction of
signal flow

White

Red

It is also possible to connect to
an AV receiver or amplifier.
Connect the audio signals using
an coaxial digital audio cable or
an audio cable (2 channels) (on
the right column).

To video/audio input terminals

Video/audio

cable (included)

Yellow

Player’s rear panel

To audio input terminals

AV receiver or

amplifier

Direction of signal flow

2-channel analog
audio can also be
connected.

To coaxial digital

audio input terminal

Coaxial digital audio
cable (commercially

available)

White

Red

Video/audio cable
(included)

audio cables

Note

• Make the settings in the Setup Navigator menu
according to the type of cable connected (page 20).

• To output video signals from this player, connect
using a video cable (not including when connected
using an HDMI cable).

Connecting a TV using a
video/audio cable

Caution

• Connect the player’s video output directly to
your TV.

This player supports the analog copy protection
technology. Therefore, the picture may not be
displayed properly if this player is connected to a TV
via a DVD recorder/video deck or when playing the

player’s output material that is recorded by a DVD
recorder/video deck. Furthermore, the picture may

not be displayed properly due to the copy protection
when the player is connected to a TV with a built-in
video deck. For details, contact the manufacturer of
your TV.

Connecting an AV receiver or
amplifier using an coaxial
digital audio cable

Note

• To switch the video from the AV receiver or amplifier,
also connect the video output terminals.

Connecting components
to the USB port

About USB devices

The USB devices that can be connected to the player are
as shown below.

• USB 2.0-compatible USB flash drive (capacity of 1 GB
or greater, 2 GB or greater recommended) or HDD
(capacity 2 TB or less)

• File system: FAT16, FAT32 or NTFS

02

•

•Depending on the output video resolution setting, the

Note

Video signals are output with a resolution of 480/576I
or 480/576P when this player is connected using a
video cable.

picture may not be output.

Note

•Devices formatted with a file system other than the
above cannot be used. Such devices may however be
usable if they are formatted from the player.

• USB devices may not be recognized if they contain
multiple partitions.

• Some USB devices may not operate with this player.

•Operation of USB devices is not guaranteed.

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Connecting the USB device

USB flash drive

Player’s front panel

Hard disk, etc.

USB cable
(commercially
available)

USB flash drive

Player’s rear panel

Hard disk, etc.

USB cable
(commercially
available)

LAN cable
(commercially available)

Router

Internet

Modem
LAN cable
(commercially

available)

PC

Player’s rear panel

02

Caution

•Be sure to turn the player’s power off before
connecting or disconnecting USB devices.

•Use empty USB devices (on which nothing is stored).

• When using an external hard disk as the external
storage device, be sure to turn on the hard disk's
power before turning on the player's power.

• If the USB device is write-protected, be sure to disable
the write-protection.

• When connecting the USB cable, hold onto the plug,
set the plug in the proper direction for the port and
insert it horizontally.

• Placing excessive loads on the plug may result in
poor contact, making it impos

sible to write data on

the USB device.

• When a USB device is connected and the player’s
power is turned on, do not unplug the power cord.

Note

• Devices may not work if connected to the USB port via
a memory card reader or USB hub.

• Use a USB cable with a length of 2 meters or less.

Connecting to the
network through LAN
interface

By connecting this player to the network via the LAN
terminal, you can play audio files stored on the
components on the network, including your computer,
using HOME MEDIA GALLERY inputs.

LAN

LAN

321

WAN

321

WAN

Connect the LAN terminal on this receiver to the LAN
terminal on your router (with or without the built-in DHCP
server function) with a straight LAN cable (CAT 5 or
higher).
Turn on the DHCP server function of your router. In case
your router does not have the built-in DHCP server
function, it is necessary to set up the network manually.
For details, see Setting the IP address on page 37 .

 LAN terminal specifications

LAN terminal: Ethernet jack (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)

Note

•Refer to the operation manual of the equipment you
have as the connected equipment and connection
method may differ depending on your Internet
environment.

• When using a broadband Internet connection, a
contract with an Internet service provider is required.
For more details, contact your nearest Internet
service provider.

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Connecting to a wireless LAN

Router

Internet

Modem

Wireless LAN
converter (AS-WL300)

Player’s rear panel

LAN/USB feeder cable
(included with the AS­WL300)

Player’s rear panel

Power cord (included)

To wall

outlet

Wireless connection to the network is possible through a
wireless LAN connection. Use the separately sold
AS

-WL300 for connection.

•Refer to the operating instructions of AS-WL300 for
the setting details.

WAN

DC 5V WPS

Ethernet

Connecting the power
cord

Connect the power cord after all the connections between
devices have been completed.

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Chapter 3

03

Getting Started

Making settings using
the Setup Navigator
menu

Be sure to perform these settings when using the player
in the following situations.

• When you use the player for the first time.

•After Initial Setup format.

•After updating the player’s software.

Caution

•Before turning on the power, check that the
connections between the player and other devices are
correct. Also, turn on the power of the devices
connected to the player before turning on the player’s
power.

• When using a Pioneer Flat Screen TV or front
projector compatible with the Control
Control to On on the connected device before turning
on the player’s power.

Note

•When a Pioneer Flat Screen TV or front projector
compatible with the Control function is connected to
the player using an HDMI cable, the player is
automatically set to the optimum picture quality for
the connected device.

function, set

3 Start Setup Navigator.

Press ENTER.

• Setup Navigator starts.

4 Select the OSD language.

Use / to select, then press ENTER.
When a Pioneer Flat Screen TV that is compatible with

Control function is connected to this player’s HDMI OUT
terminal, language settings are imported from the
Pioneer Flat Screen TV’s language settings before Setup

Navigator begins.

5 Select the appropriate output resolution for the
connected TV.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

6 Select the appropriate aspect for the connected
TV.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

7 Close the Setup Navigator menu.

Press ENTER.

• Setup Navigator finishes and the setting is stored.

•Press RETURN to go back to the prev
screen.

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1 Turn on the TV’s power and switch the input.

See the TV’s operating instructions for the details of
operating the TV.

2 Turn on the player’s power.

Press  STANDBY/ON.
Check that the Setup Navigator menu is displayed.

 If the Setup Navigator menu is not
displayed

 Press HOME MENU to display the Home
Menu, select Initial Setup  Setup Navigator 
Start, then press ENTER.

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Chapter 4

Playback

Playing discs or files

This section describes the player’s main operations.
For the types of discs and files that can be played, see

page 7. Video, image and audio files recorded on discs
are played with the Home Media Gallery (page 28).

1 Press  STANDBY/ON to turn on the power.

Turn the TV’s power on and switch its input beforehand.

2 Press  OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray and
load the disc.

Note

• Load the disc with the printed side facing up.

•Several dozen seconds are required to read the disc.
Once reading is completed, the type of disc is
displayed on the player’s front panel display.

• When a BD with usage restrictions set by a BD
recorder is loaded, the PIN code input scree
appears. In this case, input your PIN code.

3 Press  to play the disc.

•To pause, press  during playback.

•To stop, press  during playback.

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Note

• Some discs start playing automatically when the disc
tray is closed.

• DVD-Video discs have parental lock features. Input
the password registered in the player’s settings to
unlock the parental lock. For details, see page 39.

 If the disc menu is displayed

For some discs, the disc menu is displayed automatically
when playback starts. The contents of the disc menu and
the way to operate depend on the disc.

 Resuming playback from where it
was stopped (resume playback
function)

• When  is pressed during playback, the point at
which the disc stopped is stored in the memory.
When  is pressed after that, playback resumes
from that point.

•To cancel the resume playback function, press 
while playback is stopped.

Note

•The resume playback function is canceled
automatically in the following cases:

–When the disc tray is opened.
– When the file list window is switched.
–When the power is turned off. (For BDs and DVDs

this does not cancel the resume playback
function.)

• When you want to continue playback from a position
you specify to be played next time, see Continuing

playback from a specified position (Continued Viewing
Playback) on page 27.

•The resume playback function cannot be used for
some discs.

Forward and reverse
scanning

 During playback, press  or .

• The scanning speed switches each time the button is
pressed. The speed steps depend on the disc or file
(the speed is displayed on the TV screen).

 To resume normal playback

 Press .

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Playing specific chapters,

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tracks or files

 To cancel A-B Repeat play

•Press A-B during the A-B Repeat play.

 During playback, input the number of the
chapter/track/file you want to select.

• Use the number buttons (0 to 9) to input the number,
then press ENTER.

•Press CLEAR to clear the values you have input.

Skipping content

 During playback, press  or .

•When  is pressed, the playback skips ahead to the
beginning of the next chapter/track/file.

•When  is pressed while a video or audio file is
playing, the playback skips back to the beginning of
the currently playing chapter/track/file. Press twice to
skip back to the beginning of the previous chapter/
track/file.

•When  is pressed while an image file is playing,
playback returns to the previous file.

Playing in slow motion

 While playback is paused, press and hold /
or /.

•The speed switches each time the button is pressed
(the speed is displayed on the TV screen).

 To resume normal playback

 Press .

Step forward and step
reverse

 While playback is paused, press / or /.

•The picture moves a step forward or reverse each time
the button is pressed.

 To resume normal playback

 Press .

Playing a specific section
within a title or track
repeatedly (A-B Repeat)

Use this procedure to play a specific section within a title
or track repeatedly.

1 During playback, press A-B to select the starting
point.

• A- is displayed on the TV screen.

2 During playback, press A-B to select the ending
point.

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Note

•A-B Repeat play is canceled in the following cases:
– When you search outside of the repeat range.
– When you start other Repeat Play or Random Play.

Playing repeatedly
(Repeat Play)

Use this procedure to play the currently playing disc, title,
chapter, track or file repeatedly.

 During playback, press REPEAT.

•Each time you press REPEAT the type of repeat
modes changes as shown below.

BD

Current chapter  Current title

DVD

Current chapter  Current title  All titles

CD/Video file/Audio file/Image file

Current track/file  All tracks/All files in folder

 To cancel Repeat Play

•Press REPEAT several times during Repeat Play.

Note

•Repeat Play is canceled in the following cases:
– When you search outside the repeat range.
– When you start other Repeat Play or Random Play.

Playing in the desired order
(Programmed Play)

1 During playback, press PROGRAM.

•The program screen is displayed.

2 Select the program number.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

3 Select the title you want to play.

Use / to select, then press .

4 Select the chapter you want to play.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

5 Press .

•Playback starts.

 Editing the program

1 Select the program number you want to edit,
then press ENTER.

2 Select title/chapter, then press ENTER.

 Deleting the program

 Select the program number you want to delete,

then press CLEAR.

• To delete all the programs, press RETURN.

Note

• When you use audio CDs for Programmed Play, enter
the track number in step 3.

• This function does not work with BDs.

Making bookmarks

You can make bookmarks on the video currently playing
and play back the scene later.

 During playback, press BOOKMARK.

• The bookmark is made.

• Maximum number of bookmarks are 12.

 Playing the bookmarked scene

1 Press and hold BOOKMARK for a few seconds.

• The list of bookmarks is displayed.

2 Select the bookmark you want to play.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

 Deleting the bookmark

 Select the bookmark you want to delete, then

press CLEAR.

• Bookmarks may not be allowed to make for some
discs.

• Bookmarks are canceled in the following cases:
– When the player’s power turned off.
– When the disc tray is opened.

Zoom

 During playback, press ZOOM.

•Each time you press ZOOM, the zoom level changes
as shown below.

[Zoom 2x]  [Zoom 3x]  [Zoom 4x]  [Zoom 1/2]
 [Zoom 1/3]  [Zoom 1/4]  Normal (not
displayed)

Note

• This function does not work with some discs.

Playing photos as slideshows

This function plays the photos, switching them
automatically.

 During playback, press INDEX.

•Display the thumbnail of image files. The maximum
number is 12 at once.

• If you select one of the image and press ENTER,
slideshow will start from the image you selected.

 Rotating/inverting photos

When a slideshow is playing or paused, the display
switches as shown below when the /// buttons are
pressed.

 button: Rotates 90° clockwise
 button: Rotates 90° counterclockwise
 button: Flips horizontally
 button: Flips vertically

Switching the camera angles

For BD-ROM and DVD-Video discs on which multiple
angles are recorded, the angles can be switched during
playback.

 During playback, press ANGLE.

•The current angle and total number of recorded
angles are displayed on the TV screen.
To switch the angles, press

• The angles can also be switched by selecting Angle
from the FUNCTION menu.

• If the angles are not switched when ANGLE is
pressed, switch them from the disc menu screen.

ANGLE again.

Switching the subtitles

For discs or files on which m ultiple subtitles are recorded,
the subtitles can be switched during playback.

Caution

• The subtitles cannot be switched for discs recorded
by a DVD or BD recorder. Also refer to the operating
instructions for the device used for recording.

 During playback, press SUBTITLE.

•The current subtitle and total number of recorded
subtitles are displayed on the TV screen.
To switch the subtitle, press SUBTITLE again.

• The subtitles can also be switched by selecting
Subtitle from the FUNCTION menu.

• If the subtitles are not switched when SUBTITLE is
pressed, switch them from the disc menu screen.

 Turning the subtitles off

 Press SUBTITLE several times or select Subtitle

from the FUNCTION menu to switch the setting to
Off.

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 About displaying external subtitle

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files while playing DivX media files

In addition to the subtitles recorded in DivX media files,
this player also supports the display of external subtitle
files. If a file has the same name as that of a DivX media
file aside from the file extension and the extension is one
of the extensions listed below, the file is treated as an
external subtitle file. Note that DivX media files and
external subtitle files must be located in the same folder.
Only one external subtitle file can be displayed on this
player. Use a computer, etc., to delete any external
subtitle files you do not want to display from the disc.

Note

•Depending on the file, the external subtitles may not
be displayed properly.

Switching the audio

For discs or files on which multiple audio streams/
channels are recorded, audio streams/channels can be
switched during playback.

 During playback, press AUDIO.

•The current audio and total number of recorded audio
streams are displayed on the TV screen.
To switch the audio, press AUDIO again.

• The audio can also be switched by selecting Audio
from the FUNCTION menu.

• If the audio is not switched when AUDIO is pressed,
switch it from the disc menu screen.

Enjoying BONUSVIEW or
BD-LIVE

This player is compatible with BD-Video BONUSVIEW
and BD-LIVE.

When using BD-Video discs compatible with
BONUSVIEW, you can enjoy such functions as secondary
video (picture in picture) (page 26) and secondary audio
(page 26). With BD-Video discs supporting BD-LIVE,
special video images and other data can be downloaded
from the Internet.

Data recorded on BD video and downloaded from BD­LIVE is stored on the USB flash drive (external memory).
To enjoy these functions, connect a USB flash drive
(minimum 1 GB capacity, 2 GB or greater recommended)
supporting USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbit/s) to the USB
port.

• When you insert or remove a USB flash drive, be sure
to turn the player’s power off

•To recall data stored in the USB flash drive, first insert
the disc media that was being used at the time the
data was downloaded (if a different disc is loaded, the
data stored on the USB flash drive cannot be played).

• If a USB flash drive containing other data (previously
recorded) is used, the video and audio may not play
back properly.

• Do not disconnect the USB flash drive while playback
is in progress.

• Some time may be required for the data to load (read/
write).

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Switching the CD/SACD
playback area

1 Select the area you want to play.

In the stop mode, press CD/SACD. The playback area
switches on the front panel display window each time the
button is pressed.

[CD AREA]  [SACD 2CH]  [SACD MCH]  (back to
beginning)

•During playback, press  twice to cancel continuous
play before selecting the playback area.

2 Open the disc tray.
Press the  OPEN/CLOSE button.

3 Close the disc tray.

Press the  OPEN/CLOSE button. Once the disc is
loaded, the playback area switches.

Displaying the disc
information

 Press DISPLAY.

The disc information appears on the TV screen. To switch
off the information display, press DISPLAY again.

The information display differs between during playback

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Caution

•It may not be possible to use the BONUSVIEW and
BD-LIVE functions if there is insufficient space on the
USB flash drive. In this case, refer to Erasing data that
has been added to BDs and application data on
page 38 for erasing the Virtual Package data and the
BD-LIVE data in the USB flash drive.

Note

•Operat

ion of USB flash drives is not guaranteed.

• Playback of BD-LIVE function data differs depending
on the disc used. For details, consult the user
instructions supplied with the disc.

• To enjoy the BD-LIVE function, a network connection
and settings are required (pages 18 and 37).

• BD-LIVE is a function that provides for connection to
the Internet. Discs supporting the BD-LIVE function
may send ID codes identifying this player and the disc
to the contents provider via the Internet.

Playback functions

The functions that can be used differ according to the type of disc and file. In some cases, some of the functions cannot
be used. Check the usable functions on the table below.

Disc/file type

1

Function

Forward and reverse

2

scanning
Playing specific titles,

chapters or tracks

BD-ROM

BD-R

/-RE

3



3



   

Skipping content 

Slow motion play
Step forward and step

reverse

A-B Repeat play

2,5

2

2





 

Repeat Play 
Zoom  

Angle

Subtitle

Audio

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9

10



  

  

Disc information 

1. Some functions may not work for some discs or files, even if indicated [] on the table.

2. For some discs, normal playback resumes automatically when the chapter switches.

3. No sound is produced during forward and reverse scanning.

4. Sound is produced during forward and reverse scanning.

5. • No sound is output during slow motion playback.

• It is not possible to switch the speed during reverse slow motion playback.

6. Reverse slow motion playback is not possible.

7. Reverse step playback is not possible.

8. Angle mark is displayed for scenes at which multiple angles are recorded if Angle Mark is set to On (page 36).

9. • The types of recorded subtitles depend on the disc and file.

• In some cases, the subtitle may switch or the switching screen provided on the disc may be displayed immediately, without the current
subtitle or the total number of subtitles recorded on the disc being displayed.

10. The types of recorded audio streams depend on the disc and file.

DVD-

Video



DVD-R

/-RW

AVCREC AVCHD

(VR

format)

3

3



3



Video

Image

Audio

file

file

3

3







6





7





file



Audio

CD

4

4



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Using the FUNCTION

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menu

Various functions can be called out according to the
player’s operating status.

1 Display the FUNCTION menu.
Press FUNCTION during playback.

2 Select and set the item.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

Note

• Items that cannot be changed are displayed in gray.
The items that can be selected depend on the player’s
status.

 To change the setting of the
selected item

Use / to change.

 To close the FUNCTION menu

Press FUNCTION.

 FUNCTION menu item list

Item Description

Title Display the title information for the

Chapter (track/file)

Time Display the elapsed or remaining time.

Mode Switch the play mode (page 27).
Audio Switch the audio.
Angle Switch the BD-ROM/DVD-Video disc’s

Subtitle Switch the subtitle language.
Code Page Switch the subtitle code page.

Secondary Video

Secondary Audio
Bitrate Display the bitrate of the audio/video/

Still off Switch off the BD-ROM’s still picture.
Ins Search Skip forward 30 seconds.
Ins Replay Skip backward 10 seconds.
Slide Show Switch the playback speed while playing

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currently playing disc and total number
of titles on the disc. Also select the title
you want to play. (See the following
description.)

1

Display the information for the currently
playing chapter (track/file) and total
number of chapters in the disc. Also
select the chapter (track/file) you want to
play. (See the following description.)

Also enter the time from which you want
to start playback. (See the following
description.)

camera angle.

2

Switch the BD-ROM’s secondary video
(Picture-in-Picture).

3

Switch the BD-ROM’s secondary audio.

secondary video/secondary audio.

the picture slide show.

Item Description

Transition Change the style of the slide show while

1. One of these types of information is displayed, depending on the
type of disc.

2. Secondary video mark is displayed for scenes at which secondary
video is recorded if PIP Mark is set to On (page 36).

3. Secondary audio mark is displayed for scenes at which secondary
audio is recorded if Secondary Audio Mark is set to On
(page 36).

playing the picture slide show.

Note

• Selectable items depend on the type of disc.

•The types of recorded secondary audio streams
depend on the disc and file.

• Some discs do not include secondary audio/
secondary video.

• In some cases, the secondary audio/secondary video
may switch or the switching screen provided on the
disc may be displayed immediately, without the
current secondary audio/secondary video or the total
number of secondary audio/secondary video streams
recorded on the disc being displayed.

Playing from a specific time
(Time Search)

1 Select Time.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

2 Input the time.

Use the number buttons (0 to 9) to input the time.

•To play from 45 minutes, input 0, 0, 4, 5, 0 and 0, then
press ENTER.

•To play from 1 hour 20 minutes, input 0, 1, 2, 0, 0 and
0, then press ENTER.

•Press CLEAR to clear the values you have input.

3 Starting playback from the specified time.
Press ENTER.

Playing a specific title,
chapter, track or file (Search)

1 Select Title or Chapter (track/file).
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

2 Input the Title or Chapter (track/file) number.

Use the number buttons (0 to 9) or / to input the
number.

•To search for title 32, input 3 and 2, then press
ENTER.

•Press CLEAR to clear the values you have input.

3 Starting playback from the specified title, chapter
or track.
Press ENTER.

Playing specified range of
discs, titles or chapter (track/
file) in random order

You can select from two types of random playback.

1 Select Mode.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

2 Select the playing mode.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

 Random play

The specified range of discs, titles or chapter (track/file) is
played in random order. The same item may be played

consecutively.

 Shuffle play

The specified range of discs, titles or chapter (track/file) is
played in random order. Each item is played once.

Continuing playback from a
specified position
(Continued Viewing
Playback)

This function allows you to continue playback from a
position you specify to be played next time, even after
turning the power off.

 Setting

 During playback, press CONTINUED at the

position from which you want to start continued
viewing playback.

The elapsed playing time at the specified position is
displayed on the TV screen.

 Playing

1 Press  PLAY to play the title for which you have
set continued viewing playback.

The continued viewing playback confirmation screen
appears.

2Use / to select Yes, then press ENTER.

Playback starts from the specified position.

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Note

• The continued viewing playback setting is canceled
when  OPEN/CLOSE is pressed.

• Continued viewing playback may not work properly
with some discs.

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Playback from Home Media Gallery

• The following files are allowed to be played from
Home Media Gallery:

–PCs running Microsoft Windows Vista or XP with

Windows Media Player 11 installed

–PCs running Microsoft Windows 7 with Windows

Media Player 12 installed

–DLNA-compatible digital media servers (on PCs or

other components)

Files stored in a PC or DMS (Digital Media Server) as

About Home Media
Gallery

This player’s Home Media Gallery function allows you to
display a list of input sources and start playback. This
chapter describes setup and playback procedures
required to enjoy these features. When you play the files
stored on your computer or the components on the
network, it is advisory that you also refer to the operation
manual supplied with your network component.

The input sources that can be played from Home Media
Gallery are as shown below.

• BD-R/RE (BDAV format) discs

•DVD-R/RW (VR format) discs

• Audio CDs (CD-DA, SACD and DTS CDs)

• DVD/CDs on which only data files of video, image or
audio files, etc. are rec

•USB device

• Files on the network servers (on the PCs or
components connected to the player via LAN
interface.)

orded.

described above can be play
Player (DMP). The player supports the use of such
DMP.

Files stored in a PC or DMS (Digital Media Server) as
described above can be played via command from an
external Digital Media Controller (DMC). Devices
controlled by this DMC to play files are called DMRs
(Digital Media Renderers). This player supports this
DMR function. When in the DMR mode, such
operations as playing and stopping files can be
performed from the external controller.

•To play back audio files stored on components on the
network, you must turn on the DHCP server function
of your router. I
built-in DHCP server function, it is necessary to set up
the network manually. Otherwise, you cannot play
back files stored on components on the network. See
page 37.

n case your router does not have the

About network playback

The network playback function of this unit uses the
following technologies:

 Windows Media Player

See Windows Media Player 11/Windows Media Player 12
above for more on this.

ed by Digital Media

Note

•The Home Media Gallery allows you to play files on
media servers connected on an identical Local Area
Network (LAN) as the receiver.

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 DLNA

DLNA CERTIFIED® Audio Player

The Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA) is a cross-
industry organization of consumer electronics,
computing industry and mobile device companies.
Digital Living provides consumers with easy sharing of
digital media through a wired or wireless network in the
home.

The DLNA certification logo makes it easy to find
products that comply with the DLNA Interop erability
Guidelines. This unit complies with DLNA Interoperability
Guidelines v1.5. When a PC running DLNA server
software or a DLNA compatible device is connected to
this player, some setting changes of software or other
devices may be required. Please refer to the operating
instruct

ions for the software or device for more

information.

DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED® are
trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the
Digital Living Network Alliance.

 Content playable over a network

• Even when encoded in a compatible format, some
files may not play correctly.

• Some functions may not be supported depending on
the server type or version used.

•Supported file formats vary by server. As such, files
not supported by your server are not displayed on this
unit. For more information check with the
manufacturer of your server.

•See Disclaimer for third party content on page 43
regarding the contents that are played.

 About playback behavior over a
network

• Playback may stall when the PC is switched off or any
media files stored on it are deleted while playing
content.

•If there are problems within the network environment
(heavy network traffic, etc.) content may not be
displayed or played properly (playback may be
interrupted or stalled). For best performance, a
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX connection between the
player and the PC is recommended.

•If several clients are playing simultaneously, as the
case may be, playback is interrupted or stalled.

•Depending on the security software installed on a
connected PC and the setting of such software,
network connection may be blocked.

Pioneer is not responsible for any malfunction of the
pla

yer and/or the Home Media Gallery features due to
communication errors/malfunctions associated with
your network connection and/or your PC, or other
connected equipment. Please contact your PC
manufacturer or Internet service provider.

Windows Media is either a registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.

This product includes technology owned by Microsoft
Corporation and cannot be used or distributed without a
license from Microsoft Licensing, Inc.

®

Microsoft
Windows
Windows

trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.

, Windows®7, Windows®Vista, Windows®XP,

®

2000, Windows®Millennium Edition,

®

98, and WindowsNT® are either registered

DLNA Search

Playing back the files stored on the components
connected to the player via network.

1 Press HOME MEDIA GALLERY to display the
Home Media Gallery.

The Home Media Gallery can also be displayed by
selecting Home Media Gallery from Home Menu, then

pressing ENTER.

2 Select DLNA Search.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

3 Select the server which contains the file you want
to play.

4 Select the file you want to play.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

Note

•This player does not support DTCP-IP.
Recorded files and contents that are protected by
digital copyright protection cannot be played via LAN
interface.

Disc/USB playback

1 Press HOME MEDIA GALLERY to display the
Home Media Gallery.

The Home Media Gallery can also be displayed by
selecting Home Media Gallery from Home Menu, then

pressing ENTER.

2 Select Disc or USB.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

3 Select Photo/Music/Video/AVCHD.

Use / to select, then press ENTER.

• This step is not for the discs that have been recorded
with BDAV/VR/AVCREC format.

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a folder named “AVCHD” on the USB device, then
copy the “BDMV” folder containing which the files to
be played into the “AVCHD” folder.

4 Select the title/track or file you want to play.

Use / to select, then press ENTER.
Playback starts from the selected title/track or file.

• If the file you want to play is in the folder, select the
folder that contains the file first.

Playing back image files

 About Slideshow

A display of the files on the disc or in the folder switches
automatically.

Note

•When playing an audio CD (CD-DA/SACD/DTS-CD),
the Now Playing screen is displayed.

• Some BD-R/-RE discs have playback protection. To
cancel the protection, input the password set for the
disc.

• It may take a few seconds before playback starts. This
is normal.

•It may not be possible to play some files properly.

• The number of views may be restricted.

•Depending on the connected devices and conditions,
some time may be required for playback to start and
for the image to switch.

Playing in the desired
order (Playlist)

4 Press POP UP MENU to display the POP UP MENU
menu.

5 Select Add to Playlist to add to Playlist.

Use / to select, then press ENTER.
The track or file selected in step 3 is added to the Playlist.

•To add more tracks or files, repeat steps 3 to 5.

Playing the Playlist

1 Press HOME MEDIA GALLERY to display the
Home Media Gallery.

The Home Media Gallery can also be displayed by
selecting Home Media Gallery from Home Menu, then

pressing ENTER.

2 Select Playlist.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

3 Select the track/file to be played.

Use / to select, then press ENTER.
Playback starts from the selected track/file and continues

until the end of the list is reached. Use /  to play
the previous or next track/file. The Now Playing screen is
displayed.

Deleting tracks/files from
the Playlist

1 Select the track/file to be deleted, then press POP
UP MENU to display the POP UP MENU menu.

2Use / to select Remove from Playlist, then
press ENTER.

The discs that can add tracks and files to the Playlist are
as shown below.

• DVDs/CDs/USB devices on which audio files are
recorded

Adding tracks/files

Use this procedure to add tracks and files, and create the

Playlist.

1 Press HOME MEDIA GALLERY to display the
Home Media Gallery.

The Home Media Gallery can also be displayed by
selecting Home Media Gallery from Home Menu, then

pressing ENTER.

2 Select Disc or USB.

Load the disc beforehand.
Use / to select, then press ENTER.

3 Select the track/file to be added.

Use  to select.

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