Sharp BD-HP21SB Operating Manual

POLSKI

BD-HP21SB

ODTWARZACZ BLU-RAY
BLU-RAY LEMEZLEJÁTSZÓ
PŘEHRÁVAČ DISKŮ BLU-RAY
PREHRÁVAČ DISKOV BLU-RAY
BLU-RAY DISK OYNATICI

ΣΥΣΚΕΥΗ ΑΝΑΠΑΡΑΓΩΓΗΣ ΔΙΣΚΩΝ BLU-RAY

BLU-RAY DISC PLAYER

INSTRUKCJA OBSŁUGI
KEZELÉSI KÉZIKÖNYV
NÁVOD K POUŽITÍ
NÁVOD NA POUŽITIE
KULLANIM KILAVUZU

ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΔΙΟ ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΙΑΣ

OPERATION MANUAL

MAGYAR

ČESKY

SLOVENSKY

TÜRKÇE

ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ

ENGLISH

Introduction

OPERATION MANUAL

SAFETY INFORMATION

Note:

This Player can be used only where the power supply is AC 100-240V,
50/60Hz. It cannot be used elsewhere.

CAUTION:

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

AS THE LASER BEAM USED IN THIS PLAYER IS
HARMFUL TO THE EYES, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
DISASSEMBLE THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE
RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

Power Cord Protection

To avoid any malfunctions of the Player, and to protect
against electric shock, fire or personal injury, please observe
the following.

Hold the plug firmly when connecting or disconnecting the AC

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power cord.
Keep the AC power cord away from heating appliances.

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Never put any heavy object on the AC power cord.

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Do not attempt to repair or reconstruct the AC power cord in any

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way.
This Player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.

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The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the rear cover.

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This product contains a low power laser device. To ensure

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continued safety do not remove any cover or attempt to gain
access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified
personnel.

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Contents

Introduction

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SAFETY INFORMATION ............................ 1

Contents ..................................................... 2

What would you like to do with this

Player? ...................................................... 3

DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ....................... 4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

... 4 – 6

About Discs .......................................... 7 – 8

About Disc Contents .................................9

Important Information ............................. 10

Getting Started ........................................11

Major Components .......................... 12 – 13

Connection

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Introduction to Connections ..................14

Video Connections .......................... 15 – 17

Connecting to the HDMI Terminal .......................... 15

Switching the video output between HDMI and

Component video ................................................ 15

Connecting to the Component Jacks .................... 16

Connecting to the Video Jack ................................ 17

Audio Connections .......................... 18 – 19

Connecting to the Digital Audio Terminal ................ 18

Connecting the Audio Jacks .................................. 19

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Disc Playback

Before Starting Playback ................ 20 – 23

Loading the Batteries in the Remote Control .......... 20

Connecting the Power Cord .................................. 20

Setting the Remote Control Code .......................... 21

Operating the TV of SHARP Using the Remote

Control ................................................................ 21

Turning the Power On ............................................ 22

Language Setting .................................................. 22

Turning Off the LCD Backlight and Indications ....... 23

Using AQUOS LINK ............................................... 23

BD/DVD/CD Playback ..................... 24 – 27

Loading a Disc ...................................................... 24

BD/DVD Video Playback ........................................ 24

BD/DVD Menus ..................................................... 24

BONUSVIEW

Use of Picture in Picture function (secondary

audio/video playback) ........................................ 25

Virtual Package ................................................... 25

DVD-R/-RW Playback ........................................... 26

Audio CD Playback ............................................... 27

Playback Functions ......................... 28 – 30

Fast Forward/Reverse (Search) .............................. 28

Skipping to the Next or the Start of the Current

Chapter (Track) .................................................... 28

Pause/Frame Advance Playback ........................... 28

Slow Playback ....................................................... 28

Repeat Playback of a Title or Chapter (Repeat

Playback)............................................................. 28

Partial Repeat Playback (Repeat Playback of a

Specified Part) ..................................................... 29

Switching Audio .................................................... 29

Switching Subtitles ................................................ 29

Switching the Angle ............................................... 30

Displaying the Angle Mark ..................................... 30

JPEG File Playback .................................31

Settings During Playback ...............32 – 33

Function Control .................................................... 32

Settings

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SETTINGS ......................................... 34 – 38

Common operations .............................................. 34

Basic Operation for PLAYBACK SETTING ............. 34

AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS ...................................... 35

QUICK START ....................................................... 36

AUTO POWER OFF ............................................... 36

AQUOS LINK ......................................................... 36

PLAYBACK SETTING ............................................ 36

FRONT DISPLAY/LED ........................................... 37

VERSION ............................................................... 37

SOFTWARE UPDATE ............................................ 37

SYSTEM RESET .................................................... 37

USB MEMORY MANAGEMENT ............................ 38

Appendix

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Troubleshooting ............................... 39 – 40

On-screen Error Messages ....................40

Glossary ........................................... 41 – 42

Specifications ..........................................43

The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation manual

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are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly from the actual
operations.

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What would you like to do with this Player?

Watching high quality movies on Blu­ray discs

This Player offers full high-definition Blu-ray disc
playback.

BD/DVD/CD Playback (p. 24)

Enjoying different kinds of discs and
contents

Use this Player to enjoy certain types of discs,
like DVDs and CDs and to enjoy many kind of
multimedia contents.

About Discs (pp. 7-8)
BD/DVD/CD Playback (p. 24)

Simple connection and operation
through HDMI

This Player is equipped with an HDMI terminal. You
can connect it to the TV using HDMI and no other
cable will be needed to enjoy movies. If your TV
is compatible with AQUOS LINK, you can control
both the TV and this Player with simple operations.

Introduction to Connections (p. 14)
Video Connections (p. 15)

What to do first:

Refer to “Getting Started” (p. 11) to
prepare for watching your discs.

Introduction (pp. 1-13)

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Explains the important operation information.

Connection (pp. 14-19)

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Shows the connecting options provided by this
Player.

Disc Playback (pp. 20-33)

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Shows simple playback and useful functions.

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Settings (pp. 34-38)

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Gives you more options to suit your
circumstances.

Appendix (pp. 39-43)

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Provides troubleshooting tips and more
information.

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DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER

Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP Blu-ray Disc Player. To ensure safety
and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important
Safety Instructions carefully before using this product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if
improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However,
improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following
instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your
Blu-ray Disc Player, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product.

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.

Additional Safety Information

15)

Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

16)

Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in
a risk of fire or electric shock.

17)

Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
the product.

18)

Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:

a)

When the AC cord or plug is damaged,

b)

If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,

c)

If the product has been exposed to rain or water,

d)

If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation,

e)

If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

f)

19)

20)

21)

22)

When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions
may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
Wall or ceiling mounting — When mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according
to the method recommended by the manufacturer.
The main AC plug is used as disconnect device and shall always remain readily operable.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,

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kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

Stand — Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an

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unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the
product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the
product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Use only
the mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer.

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Selecting the location — Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.•

Ventilation — The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or

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block these vents and openings since insufficient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life
of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block
ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an
enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's
instructions are followed.

Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,

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or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Lightning — For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended

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and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the
equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.

To prevent fire, never place any type of candle or flames on the top or near the product.•

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To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing.

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No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place the AC cord under the product or other heavy

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items.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling.

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To clean the outer cabinet, periodically wipe it with a soft cloth.

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Do not use chemicals for cleaning. It may damage the cabinet finish.

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Attention: Your product
is marked with this
symbol. It means that
used electrical and
electronic products
should not be mixed
with general household
waste. There is a
separate collection
system for these
products.

A. Information on Disposal for
Users (private households)

1. In the European Union

Attention: If you want to dispose of this
equipment, please do not use the ordinary
dust bin!

Used electrical and electronic equipment
must be treated separately and in accordance
with legislation that requires proper treatment,
recovery and recycling of used electrical and
electronic equipment.
Following the implementation by member
states, private households within the EU
states may return their used electrical and
electronic equipment to designated collection
facilities free of charge*. In some countries*
your local retailer may also take back your old
product free of charge if you purchase a
similar new one.
*) Please contact your local authority for
further details.

If your used electrical or electronic equipment
has batteries or accumulators, please dispose
of these separately beforehand according to
local requirements.

By disposing of this product correctly you will
help ensure that the waste undergoes the
necessary treatment, recovery and recycling
and thus prevent potential negative effects on
the environment and human health which
could otherwise arise due to inappropriate
waste handling.

2. In other Countries outside
the EU

If you wish to discard this product, please
contact your local authorities and ask for the
correct method of disposal.

For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic
equipment can be returned free of charge to
the dealer, even if you don't purchase a new
product. Further collection facilities are listed
on the homepage of www.swico.ch or
www.sens.ch.

B. Information on Disposal for
Business Users

1. In the European Union

If the product is used for business purposes
and you want to discard it:

Please contact your SHARP dealer who
will inform you about the take-back of the
product. You might be charged for the costs
arising from take-back and recycling. Small
products (and small amounts) might be taken
back by your local collection facilities.

For Spain: Please contact the established
collection system or your local authority for
take-back of your used products.

2. In other Countries outside
the EU

If you wish to discard of this product, please
contact your local authorities and ask for the
correct method of disposal.

Information on Battery Disposal

The battery supplied with this product contains traces of Lead.

For EU: The crossed-out wheeled bin implies that used batteries should not be put to the
general household waste! There is a separate collection system for used batteries, to allow
proper treatment and recycling in accordance with legislation. Please contact your local authority
for details on the collection and recycling schemes.

For Switzerland: The used battery is to be returned to the selling point.

For other non-EU countries: Please contact your local authority for correct method of disposal of
the used battery.

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About Discs

Blu-ray Disc

Blu-ray Disc is the ultimate next generation optical media
format, offering the following key features:

Largest capacity (25 GB single layer – 50 GB dual layer)

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– with over 5 times the amount of content possible with
current DVDs, particularly well suited for high definition
feature films with extended levels of interactive features
Pristine picture quality with the capability for full high

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definition 1920 x 1080p resolution
Best audio possible with uncompressed surround sound

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(higher quality than even theatre audio)
Broadest industry support – ensuring more choice for

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consumers in the marketplace
Hardware products will be backward compatible with

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DVDs, allowing continued enjoyment of existing DVD
libraries.
Disc Durability – new breakthroughs in hard coating

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technologies gives Blu-ray Discs the strongest resistance
to scratches and finger prints on a disc the same size as
existing CDs and DVDs (i.e. no cartridge is required).

Types of Discs that Can Be Used
with This Player

The following discs can be played back in this Player. Do not use

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an 8 cm (3”) to 12 cm (5”) adapter.
Use discs that conform to compatible standards as indicated by

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the presence of official logos on the disc label. Playback of discs
not complying with these standards is not guaranteed. In addition,
image quality or sound quality is not guaranteed even if such discs
can be played back.

Disc Type

BD video Region

BD-RE DL
BD-R DL

DVD Video Region

DVD+RW/DVD+R
DVD-R DL
DVD-RW/DVD-R

Audio CD*

CD-RW/CD-R Audio CD

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This Player has been designed on the premise of playing back

*

Audio CDs that comply with CD (Compact Disc) standards. CDs
containing a signal for the purpose of protecting copyrights (copy
control signal) may not be able to be played back with this Player.

code
B/ALL

code
2/ALL

2

1

Recording

Format

— Audio +

BDMV
format only

Video format Audio +

ALL

Video/VR
format
(finalised
disc only)

Audio CD
(CD-DA)

(CD-DA)

JPEG*

Contents Disc Size

Video (Movie)

Video (Movie)

Audio +
Video (Movie)

Audio

Audio

2

Still image
(JPEG file)

12 cm (5”)

12 cm (5”)
8 cm (3”)

12 cm (5”)
8 cm (3”)

12 cm (5”)
8 cm (3”)

BD/DVD video players and discs have region codes, which dictate

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the regions in which a disc can be played. This Player's region
code is B for BD and 2 for DVD. (Discs marked ALL will play in
any player.)
BD/DVD Video operations and functions may be different from

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the explanations in this manual and some operations may be
prohibited due to disc manufacturer's settings.
If a menu screen or operating instructions are displayed during

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playback of a disc, follow the operating procedure displayed.
The audio component of a DVD video recorded at 96 kHz (Linear

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PCM) will be output as 48 kHz audio during playback.

NOTE

Playback for some of the discs in the left side column tables may

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not be possible depending on the disc.
“Finalise” refers to a recorder processing a recorded disc so that it

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will play in other DVD players/recorders as well as this player. Only
finalised DVD discs will play back in this player. (This player does
not have a function to finalise discs.)

Discs that Cannot Be Used with This
Player

The following discs cannot be played back or will

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not play back properly on this Player. If such a disc
is mistakenly played back, speaker damage may
occur. Never attempt to play back these discs.

CDG, Video CD, Photo CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT,
SVCD, SACD, PD, CDV, CVD, DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio,
BD-RE with the cartridge, CD-MP3, CD-WMA, DIVX

Discs with unusual shapes cannot be played.

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Discs with unusual shapes (heart-shaped or hexagonal

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discs, etc.) cannot be used. The use of such discs will cause
malfunction.

The following BD video discs cannot be played.

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Discs not displaying “B” or “ALL” for the region code (discs

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sold outside the authorised marketing area).*
Discs produced illegally.

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Discs recorded for commercial use.

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*

The region code for this product is B.

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The following DVD video discs cannot be played.

Discs not displaying “2” or “ALL” for the region code (discs sold

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outside the authorised marketing area).*
Discs produced illegally.

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Discs recorded for commercial use.

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*

The region code for this product is 2.

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The following BD-RE/R, DVD-RW/R and DVD+RW/R
discs cannot be played.

Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be played

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back.
Sharp cannot guarantee playback compatibility for all self-

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recorded BD-discs because Blu-Ray is a new and evolving
format. The playback compatibility will be affected by your
choice of BD-recorder, BD-disc and BD-burning software.
Please always ensure you are using the latest software versions
on all units and contact the individual manufacturers for further
help if required.
To avoid inconveniences, please check the playback
compatibility of your self-recorded disc before you purchase
this BD-Player. For maximum playback compatibility of
self-recorded BD-discs Sharp recommends that the BDMV
standard is used. If a playback issue occurs after purchase,
please download the latest software version for your BD-Player
from the Sharp internet page or ask your Sharp-Dealer.
This BD-player uses the latest technology available at the
time of development and cannot guarantee support for future
enhancements or changes to the standard.

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Introduction

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About Discs

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Discs containing a signal for the purpose of protecting

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copyrights (copy control signal) may not be played back with
this Player.
This Player has been designed on the premise of playing back

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Audio CDs that comply with CD (Compact Disc) standards.

The following CD-RW/R discs cannot be played.

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Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be played

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back.
Discs recorded in a format other than an Audio CD and JPEG

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file format*
Discs may not be played back depending on their recording

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status or the status of the disc itself.
Discs may not be played back depending on their compatibility

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with this Player.

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cannot be played back.

Structure of still images (JPEG) folders

■The following Audio CD discs cannot be played.

You can play still images (JPEG) with this unit by making folder
on disc as shown below.

Root

01 Folder

001.jpg

002.jpg

003.jpg

02 Folder

*2 About the JPEG file format

JPEG is a type of file format for storing still-image files
(photos, illustrations, etc.). The Player lets you play JPEG
format still-image files.

File formats that are not compatible.

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Still images in formats other than JPEG (such as TIFF) cannot

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be played.
There may be some files that cannot be played even if they are

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in JPEG format.
Progressive JPEG files cannot be played.

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Moving image files and audio files as well as Motion JPEG

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format files cannot be played, even though they are JPEG files.

Other files that cannot be played back.

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You may not be able to play some still images which you have

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created, touched up, copied or otherwise edited on your
computer.

You may experience one or more of the following

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symptoms when playing files.

It may take some time to play files depending on the number of

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folders, number of files and volume of data involved.
EXIF information will not be displayed. EXIF stands for

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Exchangeable Image File Format, and is a standard for
storing interchange information in image files, especially those
using JPEG compression. (Refer to http://exif.org for more
information.)

When using the unit to play a CD-RW/R disc with still

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images stored (recorded).

With CD-RW/R discs on which still images are mixed in with

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music or movies, you will be able to play only the still images.
You may not be able to play some of these discs at all.
Multi-session discs cannot be played.

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You may not be able to play some still images you have

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processed (rotated or saved by overwriting other images) using
image processing software or some still images you have
imported from the Internet or e-mail.
The discs which this Player can play back (recognise) are

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limited to the following properties:

Contains EXIF format files
Picture resolution: Between 32g32 and 7680g4320 pixels
Maximum number of folders: 64
Maximum number of files: 256
File size: 20MB or less

004.jpg

005.jpg

006.jpg

007.jpg

64 Folder

254.jpg

255.jpg

256.jpg

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About Disc Contents

BD Video

Enjoy Final Standard Profile (BD-ROM Profile ver. 1.1) functions

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(Page 25), such as picture-in-picture.
The available functions differ depending on the disc.
This is a new function of BD-Video that plays the primary video
and secondary video simultaneously.
For instance, the function is capable of playing the original movie
as the primary video while playing video commentary from the film
director on a small screen as a secondary video.

Title, Chapter and Track

Blu-ray discs and DVDs are divided into “Titles” and “Chapters”.

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If the disc has more than one movie on it, each movie would be a
separate “Title”. “Chapters”, on the other hand, are subdivisions of
titles. (See Example 1.)
Audio CDs are divided into “Tracks”. You can think of a “Track” as

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one tune on an Audio CD. (See Example 2.)

Example 1: Blu-ray disc or DVD

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 1 Chapter 2

Example 2: Audio CD

Track 1

Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track 5

Icons Used on DVD Video Disc Cases

The back of the case of a DVD that is commercially available
usually contains various information about the contents of the
disc.

1 2

1. English

2

2. Chinese

3 4 5

LB

16:9

2

2

213
546

1. English

2. Chinese

Linear PCM

Linear PCM is a signal recording format used for Audio
CDs and on some DVD and Blu-ray discs. The sound on
Audio CDs is recorded at 44.1 kHz with 16 bits. (Sound is
recorded between 48 kHz with 16 bits and 96 kHz with 24
bits on DVD video discs and between 48 kHz with 16 bits
and 192 kHz with 24 bits on BD video discs.)

MPEG

MPEG Audio gives movie theatre ambience to audio
output when the Player is connected to an MPEG Audio

5.1 channel processor or amplifier.

2

Subtitle languages

This indicates the kind of subtitles.

3

Screen aspect ratio

Movies are shot in a variety of screen modes.

4

Camera angle

Recorded onto some BD/DVD discs are scenes which
have been simultaneously shot from a number of different
angles (the same scene is shot from the front, from the left
side, from the right side, etc.).

5

Region code

This indicates the region code (playable region code).

The Icons Used in This Operation
Manual

BD VIDEO

........ Indicates the functions that can be performed

BD-RE

BD-R

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RW

DVD-R

AUDIO CD

CD-R

JPEG

CD-RW

JPEG

for BD Video discs.

........ Indicates the functions that can be performed

for BD-RE discs.

........ Indicates the functions that can be performed

for BD-R discs.

.... Indicates the functions that can be performed

for DVD Video discs.

........ Indicates the functions that can be performed

for DVD-RW discs.

......... Indicates the functions that can be performed

for DVD-R discs.

........ Indicates the functions that can be performed

for Audio CDs.

........ Indicates the functions that can be performed

for CD-R discs in JPEG format.

........ Indicates the functions that can be performed

for CD-RW discs in JPEG format.

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Introduction

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Audio tracks and audio formats

DVD discs can contain up to 8 separate tracks with
a different language on each. The first in the list is the
original track.
This section also details the audio format of each
soundtrack — Dolby Digital, DTS, MPEG etc.

Dolby Digital

A sound system developed by Dolby Laboratories Inc.
that gives movie theatre ambience to audio output when
the Player is connected to a Dolby Digital processor or
amplifier.

DTS

DTS is a digital sound system developed by DTS, Inc. for
use in cinemas. This system uses 6 audio channels and
provides accurate sound field positioning and realistic
acoustics. (By connecting a DTS Digital Surround decoder,
you can also listen to DTS Digital Surround sound.)

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Important Information

Disc Precautions

Be Careful of Scratches and Dust

BD, DVD and CD discs are sensitive to dust, fingerprints and

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especially scratches. A scratched disc may not be able to be
played back. Handle discs with care and store them in a safe
place.

Proper Disc Storage

Place the disc in the centre of the
disc case and store the case and
disc upright.

Avoid storing discs in locations
subject to direct sunlight, close to
heating appliances or in locations
of high humidity.

Do not drop discs or subject
them to strong vibrations or
impacts.

Avoid storing discs in locations
where there are large amounts of
dust or moisture.

Handling Precautions

If the surface is soiled, wipe gently with a soft, damp (water only)

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cloth. When wiping discs, always move the cloth from the centre
hole toward the outer edge.

Copyright

Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works which

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must not be recorded without the authority of the owner of the
copyright. Refer to relevant laws in your country.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is

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protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorised by
Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorised by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

U.S. Patent Nos. 6,836,549; 6,381,747; 7,050,698;
6,516,132; and 5,583,936

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and

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the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #: 5,451,942;

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5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S.
and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a registered
trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD
Advanced Digital Out are trademarks of DTS, Inc. ©1996-2007
DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

is a trademark.

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is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing Corporation.

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HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are

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trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
“x.v.Colour” and “x.v.Colour” logo are trademarks.

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Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks

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or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the United
States and/or other countries.

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Do not use record cleaning sprays, benzene, thinner, static
electricity prevention liquids or any other solvent.

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Do not touch the surface.

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Do not stick paper or adhesive labels to the disc.

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If the playing surface of a disc is soiled or scratched, the Player
may decide that the disc is incompatible and eject the disc tray,
or it may fail to play the disc correctly. Wipe any dirt off the playing
surface with a soft cloth.

Cleaning the Pick Up Lens

Never use commercially available cleaning discs. The use of these

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discs can damage the lens.
Request the nearest service centre approved by SHARP to clean

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the lens.

Warnings about dew formation

Condensation may form on pick up lens or disc in the following

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conditions:

Immediately after a heater has been turned on.

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In a steamy or very humid room.

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When the Player is suddenly moved from a cold environment to

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a warm one.

When condensation forms:

It becomes difficult for the Player to read the signals on the disc
and prevents the Player from operating properly.

To remove condensation:

Take out the disc and leave the Player with the power off until
the condensation disappears. Using the Player when there is
condensation may cause malfunction.

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Getting Started

Step 1: Unpacking

Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product.

Remote control unit

“AA” size battery (g2)

AV cable

AC cord

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Step 2: Selecting equipment to connect

Connection varies with the equipment used. Refer to Connection. (Pages 14-19)
Turn off the devices before connecting.

Step 3: Playing back discs

Play back a Blu-ray disc after connecting the Player to your favourite equipment.
Refer to Disc Playback. (Pages 20-33)

Step 4: Adjust settings

Adjust settings to enjoy various features and other functions for playing discs.
Refer to Settings. (Pages 34-38)

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Major Components

Main Unit (Front)

21 43

58

B (POWER) (p. 22)

1

Remote control sensor (p. 20)

2
3

Disc tray (p. 24)

4

OPEN/CLOSE (p. 24)

5

I (ON) indicator (p. 22)

6

a (STANDBY) indicator (p. 22)

7

Front panel display (p. 22)

8

BD/DVD/CD mode indicator (p. 22)

6

Main Unit (Rear)

1 2

3

7

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks

1

(p. 16)

2

VIDEO output jack (p. 17)

3

2CH AUDIO output jacks (p. 19)

4

HDMI OUT terminal (p. 15)

5

BD STORAGE/SERVICE terminal
BD STORAGE (pp. 25, 38)

7 8

SERVICE for software (p. 37)

6

DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL
terminal (p. 18)

7

Cooling fan
The cooling fan operates while the
power to the Player is on.

AC IN terminal (p. 20)

8

64 5

12

Remote Control Unit

1
2
3

4

5
6

7
8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18
19
20
21

22

23

24

25

Major Components

B (POWER) (p. 22)

1

m OPEN/CLOSE (p. 24)

2
3

AUDIO (p. 29), SUBTITLE (p. 29)

4

Number buttons (pp. 21, 33)

5

REPEAT (pp. 28, 29)

6

T SKIP/k (pp. 26, 28)

7

U SKIP/l (pp. 26, 28)

8

F PAUSE (p. 28)

9

d PLAY (p. 24)

0

TOP MENU/TITLE LIST (pp. 24, 26)

Q

Cursor buttons (a/b/c/d), ENTER (pp. 22, 34)

W

EXIT (pp. 22, 34)

E

A (Red), B (Green), C (Yellow), D (Blue) (pp. 27, 31)

R

(Lock) (See below.)

T

COMPONENT RESET (p. 35)

Y

DISPLAY (p. 21)

U

TV CONTROL buttons (p. 21)

I

FUNCTION (pp. 30, 32)

O

V FWD (p. 28)

P

S REV (p. 28)

A

H STOP (p. 24)

S

POP-UP MENU (p. 25)

D

n RETURN (p. 28)

F

HDMI (p. 15)

G

SETUP (pp. 22, 34)

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Keylock function

You can set the keylock to prevent accidental operations.
This function allows TVs compatible with AQUOS LINK to
also perform a Key Lock on the player.
Press and hold

Each time you perform this operation, the function is activated

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or deactivated.
If you try to operate the Player while the keylock function is

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set, “Hold” blinks on the front display panel to indicate that the
keylock function is set.

(Lock) for more than 5 seconds.

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