Sony BDP-S301 User Manual

3-214-290-11(1)

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Operating Instructions

BDP-S300 BDP-S30 1

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. As the laser beam used in this Blu-ray Disc player is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

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This label is located on the laser protective housing inside the enclosure.

This equipment has been tested and t'oiind to comply with the limits tor a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 t)f 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 fretjuency energy tiiid, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Hovvever. there is iit) guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference tt> radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the eciuipment off and on, the user is encoi-iraged t.o t.iy t.o cmTcct the int.crfercnce by one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient, or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the eqiiipmentand receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to whicli the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For customers in the U.S.A

If rhispnxlucl is not working properly, please call lHOCb222^7669.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer tt> them whenever you call upon your .Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. BDP-S300

Serial No.

For Customers in Canada

If this product is not working properly, please call 1 ■■ H77-602-2008 for Peace of Mind Warranty

Replacement service.

For other product related questions please contact our Customer Information Service Center at

1-877-899-7669 or write to us at: Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker Road. Toronto. Ontario, M2H 3R6

BDP-S301

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Notes About the Discs

' To keep the disc dean, handle the disc

by it.s edge. Do not touch the surface.

' Do not expose the disc to direct

sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may

rise considerably inside the car. ' After playing, store the disc in its case. ' Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.

Wipe the disc from the center out.

' Do not use solvents such as benzine,

thinner, commercially available disc/

lens cleaners, or anti-static spray

intended for vinyl LPs. ' If you have printed the disc’s label, dry

the label before playing.

This symbol is intended to alert the user t.o the presence of uninsulated

■'dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be t>f

of electric shock to persons.

sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk

This symbol is intended to alert the user t.o the presence of ¡mpori.ani. operating and maintenance (seiwicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

You are cautioned tliat any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your auihont.y to operate this equipment.

Important Safety Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachinents/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 w'hen 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.

Precautions

On safety

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• The player is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to di.sconnect the player from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

On placement

• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player.

• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug.

• Do not place the player in a location near heat .sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive du,st, or mechanical shock.

• Do not install the player in an inclined position. It is designed to be operated in a horizontal position only.

• Keep the player and the discs away from equipment with strong magnets, such as microwave ovens, or large loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy objects on the player.

• Do not install this player in a confined space, such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

• Install this player so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.

• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct sunlight, fire or the like.

On operation

• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about half an hour until the moisture evaporates.

• When you move the player, take out any discs. If you don’t, the disc may be damaged.

On adjusting volume

Do not turn up the volume while listening to a section with very low' level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level section is played.

On cleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened w'ith a mild detergent solution. Moreover, wipe the glass part on the front panel with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

On cleaning discs, disc/lens

cleaners

Do not use a commercially available cleaning di.sc or disc/lens cleaner (wet or spray type). These may cause the apparatus to malfunction.

On replacement of parts

In the events that this player is repaired, repaired parts may be collected for reuse or recycling purposes.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: Thi.s player is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your television screen. Plasma display panel televisions and projection televisions are susceptible to this.

Table of Contents

Adjusting the Pictures...............................................28

Fine-tuning the picture to your preference

Locking a Disc

Setting/changing the password Setting the Parental Control for DVD VIDEOS ...30 Setting the Parental Control for BD-ROMs

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WARNING Notes About the Discs

Important Safety Instructions.....................................3

Precautions .................................................................3

Table of Contents

This Player Can Play the Following

Main Features ..............................................................7

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About this manual

Discs and Files Examples of discs that the player cannot play About playback of discs recorded In AVCHD

format................................................................6

BD/DVD region code Note on playback operations of BDs/DVDs

Copyrights..............................................................7

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Getting Started

step 1: Unpacking .......................................................9

Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI

Cord .......................................................................10

® Connecting to a video input jack (D Connecting to an S VIDEO input jack © Connecting to component video input jacks

(Y, Pb, Pr)

® Connecting to an HDMI input jack About the ‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync features

(for HDMI connections only)

Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords

Connecting to your TV...............................13

Connecting to a stereo amplifier (receiver)

and 2 speakers...............................................13

4^ Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver)

having a Dolby Surround (Pro Logic)

decoder and 3 to 6 speakers

Ob Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver)

with S.lch input jacks and 6 speakers

Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver)

with a digital input jack and 6 speakers

Ob Connecting to an AV amplifier (receiver)

with an HDMI input jack and 8 speakers

Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord Step 5: Preparing the Remote

If you want to control your TV with the supplied

remote ............................................................17

Step 6: Easy Setup ....................................................18

Step 7: Additional Adjustments

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Basic Operations

Playing a Disc

Guide to Displays

Entering characters.............................................23

Guide to the Remote .................................................24

Playing in various play mode Searching using the remote

Checking the Disc Information.................................26

Clarifying Low Volume Sounds

(Audio DRC)..........................................................27

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Watching Movie Files

viewing All Titles .......................................................32

Playing a title

Browsing by Genre, Quickllst, or Folder

Searching tor a Title

Programming Playback (Quickllst)

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34 34 35

Listening to Music Files

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viewing All Artists .....................................................36

Playing a track

Browsing by Artist, Album, Genre,

Quickllst, or Folder .............................................38

Searching for a Track ...............................................38

Programming Playback (Quickllst)

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Viewing Photo Files

Viewing All Folders ...................................................40

Playing a slideshow ...........................................41

Browsing by Date, Quickllst, or Folder.....................42

Searching for a Photo

Programming a Slideshow Playback

(Quickllst)

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Changing the Initial Settings

Using the Setup Displays Video Setup

Audio Setup................................................................47

Language ...................................................................49

Parental Control ........................................................50

Speakers....................................................................51

Options ......................................................................52

Resetting the Player..................................................53

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Additional Information

Troubleshooting.........................................................54

Self-Diagnosis Function

Index to Parts and Controls .....................................58

Front panel...........................................................58

Front panel display .............................................59

Rear panel GNU License Information Glossary Specifications

Language Code List Parental Control Country/Area Code List ...69

Index

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59 60 66 67 68

About this manual

Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote. You can also use the controls on the player if they have the same or similar names as those on the remote. The meanings of the icons used in this manual are described below:

Icon Meaning

Functions available for BD-ROMs including DL discs.

Functions available for DVD VIDEOS and DVD-i-RWs/DVD+Rs in -fVR mode or DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in video mode, including 8 cm discs.

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' MF3 (MFEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a slaiidard format defined by LSO

(International Organization for Slandardization)/IEC (Inrernalional Electrotechnical CAHnmission) MPEG which compresses audio data.

The (Mi-screen display illustrations used in t the graphics displayed on your TV screen.

Function.s available for DATA DVDs (DVD-rRWs/DVD-t-Rs/DVD-RWs/DVDRs containing MPEG-2 PS movie files, MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files).

Functions available for music CDs or CDRs/CD-RWs in music CD Format.

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This Player Can Play the Following Discs and Files

Disc Format

Blu-ray Disc

SiiA-rai^ SSisc

DVD VIDEO

DVD-RW/-R

DVD+RW/+R

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"Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark. "Blu-ray Disc.” "DVD-I-RW,” "DVD-RW.” "DVD-I-R,” "DVDR,” "DVD VIDEO,” and “CD” logos are trademarks.

Supported file formats (DATA DVD only)

DVD-hRWs/DVD-RWs/DVD-hRs/DVD-Rs are called "DATA DVD” in this manual when the discs contain playable files. The following file formats are supported:

• MPEG-2 PS movie files.

• MP3 music files.

• JPEG* image files.

• JPEG formal conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format).

Notes about BD-ROM compatibility

This player supports BD-ROM Profile 1 only. Playback of later versions and BDs other than BD-ROM is not guaranteed. Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not play depending on the disc type and the version. The audio output differs depending on the source, connected output jack, and selected audio settings. For details, see

\yage 48.

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Examples of discs that the player

About playback of discs recorded in

cannot play

The player cannot play the following discs:

• BD-REs/BD-Rs,

• BDs w ith cartridge.

• DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs of VR mode.

• DVD-RAMs.

• HD DVDs.

• DVD Audio discs.

• DATA CDs (CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than music CD format).

• CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.

• Data part of CD-Extra.s.

• VCDs/Super VCDs.

• HD layer on Super Audio CDs.

Also, the player cannot play the following discs:

• A BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO with a different region code.

• A disc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as PAL (this player conforms to the NTSC color system),

• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart).

• A disc with paper or stickers on it.

• A di.sc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape or a sticker still left on it.

Notes

' Notes about DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-Rs/

CD-RWs

Some DVD-hRWs/DVD-i-Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-Rs/ CD-RWs cannot be played on this player due to the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device and authoring softw are.

The DVD disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. Eor more information, refer to the operating

instructions for the recording device. Note that some playback

functions may not work with some DVD+RWs/DVD-l-Rs, even

if they have been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc

by normal playback.

' Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are being marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

‘ Note on DualDiscs

A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD

recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Di.sc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.

' Note about double-layer DVDs

The playback pictures and sound may be momentarily

interrupted when the layers switch.

AVCHD format

This player can play AVCHD format discs.

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AVCHO

What is the AVCHD format?

The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record SD (standard definition) or HD (high definition) signals of eitherthe lOSOi specification*' or the 720p

specification*^ on DVDs, using efficient data compression coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM

system is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC7 H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing format. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format enables a high definition (HD) video signal shot on a digital video camera recorder to be recorded on DVD discs, in the same way as it would be for a standard definition (SD) television signal.

"AVCHD” and the AVCHD logo are Iradeniarks of Matsushita Electric

Intiuslrial Co.. Ltd. turd Sony Corporation.

A high definition specification lines and the interlace system.

*■ A

high

definition specification

lines and the progressive system.

Notes

' Some AVCHD formal discs may not play, depending on the recording

condilioii.

' The AVCHD formal disc will not play if it has not been correctly

finali/.ed-

which

utilizes 1080 effective scanning

which

utilizes 720 effective scanning

BD/DVD region code

Your player has a rcgir>n code printed tin the back of the unit and only will play BD-ROM/DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labeled with identical region codes. This system is used to protect copyrights.

Main Features

DVD VIDEOS labeled I will also play on this player.

Depending on the BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO, there may be no region code indication, even though playing the BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO is prohibited by area restrictions.

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Note on playback operations of BDs/ DVDs

Some playback operations of BDs/DVDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this player plays BDs/DVDs according to the disc contents the software producers designed, some playback features may not be available. Also, refer to the instructions supplied with the BD.s/DVDs.

Copyrights

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

Experience the high definition (HD) quality audio/video output and the library function of this Blii-ray Disc Player.

BD-ROM playback

BD-ROM is a next generation optical disc format in the HD era. Featuring massive storage capacity of 25 to 50 GB (five times larger than a DVD) and a high-speed transfer rate of up to 54 Mbps, the format offers not only uncompromised HD quality video* *■', but also enables rich bonus content on a single disc and HD quality audio up to 8ch, and interactive operability.

A compatible HD display device is necessary to quality. Some discs allow' viewina only with an HDMI connection.

enjoy

the same

24p True Cinema

Movies shot with a film camera consist of 24 frames per second. Since conventional televisions (both CRT and flat panels) display frames either at 1/60 or 1/50 second intervals, the 24 frames do not appear at an even pace. When connected to a TV with 24p capabilities, the player displays each frame at 1/24 second intervals —the same interval originally shot with the film camera, thus faithfully reproducing the original cinema image.

HDMI Control (‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync)

'BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync Function makes operations simple by connecting Sony components that are compatible with the HDMI Control function with an HDMI cord.

BD-J application

The BD-ROM format supports Java for interactive functions. "BD-J” offers content providers almost unlimited functionality when creating interactive BD-ROM titles*.

Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc, in the U.S. and other countries. Esmertec and Jbed are trademarks or registered trademarks of Esmertec AG. © 2000-2007 Esmertec AG

* This player docs not support downloadable BD-J

content.

Support Of uncompressed multi-channel Linear PCM

111 combination with a compatible AV amplifier, the player can output up to Sch Linear PCM surround sound*. With a non compatible amplifier, the player can output 5.1 ch analog signals from its 5.1CH OUTPUT jack for high quality audio enjoyment. * Note that the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack does not

output Sch signals. You will need an HDMI cord and an HDMIcompatible device that support Sch signals.

AVCHD format disc playback

The player supports AVCHD format files-high definition recordings made on AVCHD-compatible camcorders. Your high definition personal archive is readily playable in HD quality.

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HDMI (High-Definition Muitimedia Interface)

digital interface

When connected to an HDMI-equipped display device using a single HDMI cord, the player can output both SD to HD video and multi-channel audio signals, in digital form without degradation. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection), a copy protection technology that incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.

Library function for recorded files (For JPEG image, MP3 audio, MPEG-2 PS movie files

only)

With DATA DVDs created on other DVD devices, three separate inovie/music/photo Title List-browsers allow for easy sorting, searching and playback including a slideshow.

step 1: Unpacking

Getting started

I'ollow slcps 1 k) 7 to hook up and adjust thi.-

. settings of the player.

For jack and htitton ntimes, see "liklcw lo

Parts.aiul Coniruls' (page 5H).

Notes

‘ Plug cords seciireh to prevent uuwLinted iioise. V Refer to the inslrnetions supplied \ulh the components to

:be connected. : . :

• You cannot connect this player to a TV that does not hat e a video input jack. ■ ■ . .

’ Be sure to disconnect the power cord of each component

before connecting.

• Do not apply too much pressure on the connecting cords. Pushing against the cabinet wall, etc., may damage the ■ ■

■cord. , ■ V ■. . , ■ , , . .. .

Check that you have the following items:

• Video cord (phono plug x 1) (1)

• Stereo audio cord (phono plug x 2) ( 1)

• HDMI cord (1) (supplied with BDP-S301 only)

• Power cord ( 1 )

• Remote commander (remote) ( 1 )

• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

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Step 1: Unpacking...................... . 9

Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/ ' . ■

HDMICord . .. . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . : . .10

Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords ........

Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord........ 16

Step 5: Preparing the Remote . ............16

Step 6; Easy.Setup

Step 7: Additional Adjustments............ ...19

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step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/HDMI Cord

Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of the patterns (A) through (5), according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector or AV amplifier (receiver). In order to view' lOSOp progressive signals with a compatible TV, projector, or monitor with an HDMI input jack, you must select pattern ®. You can use pattern © to view' 4S0p/720p progre,ssive signals or lOSOi interlace signals on a compatible device with component video input jacks.

® Connecting to a video input jack

Connect the supplied video cord (yellow) to the yellow (video) jack. You will enjoy standard quality images.

Blu-ray Disc player

d) Connecting to an S VIDEO input jack

Connect using an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy high quality images.

Blu-ray Disc player

© Connecting to component video input jacks (Y, Pb, Pr)

Connect llie comptmcnl via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords

(not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate color reproduction and high quality images. You can also enjoy higher quality pictures from 4S0p/720p progressive signals or lOSOi

interlace signals, if your TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) is compatible.

When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV

Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To change the aspect ratio, see

Do not connect a VCR, etc., bctw'cen your TV and the player. If you pass the player signals via the VCR. you may not receive a clear image on the TV screen. If your TV has only one audio/video input jack, connect the player to this jack.

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; Signal flow

COMPONENT

Component video

cord (not supplied)

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TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

® Connecting to an HDMI input jack

Use an HDMI cord to enjo)' high quality digital pictures and sound through the HDMI OUT jack. You will enjoy higher quality pictures from 480p/1080i, or lOSOp (highest among the player output), if your TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) is compatible.

HDM! cord (supplied with BDP-S301 only)

TV, projector, or AV amplifier (receiver)

This Blu-ray Disc player incorporates High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMP'^') technology. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC,

About indicators for HDMI connection

After the player is turned on, the HD indicator on the front panel lights up when outputting 720p/!080i/!080p video signals. The HDMI indicator lights up when an HDMI device is connected.

Notes

Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully conrpatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case of 480/720/1080 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user swatch tire connection to the 'standard definition' output. If there are questions regarding our TV sel compatibility with this model 480p/720p/1080p Blu-ray Disc player, please contact our customer service center. If the picture is not clear, natural, or to your satisfaction, change the video output resolution by pressing VIDEO FORMAT Be sure to use onlv an HDMI cord that bears the HDMI logo.

(page 46).

About the ‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync features (for HDMI connections only)

By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the HDMI Control function with an HDMI cord, operation is simplified as below:

• One-Touch Play You can turn on the player and TV/AV receiver, set theTV/AV receiver’s input to the player, and start playback with one touch of the I> button.

• System Power-Off When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the TV’s remote, the HDMI compatible components turn off automatically.

(page 21)

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Notes on connecting to the HDMI OUT jack

Observe the following as improper handling may damage the HDMI OUT jack and the connector.

• Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the player and the HDMI connector by checking their shapes. Make sure the connector is not upside down or tilted.

Be sure to disconnect the HDMI cord when moving the player.

’ If you place the player on the cabinet with the HDMI cord

connected, do not apply too much pressure to the cabinet wall. It may damage the HDMI OUT jack or the HDMI cord.

’ When connecting or di,sconnecting, do not screw in or rotate

the HDMI connector.

To prepare for the ‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync features

Set “HDMI Control” of “Options” setup to '’On”

Depending on the connected component, die HDMI Control funclion may not w'ork. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component.

(page 52).

step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords

Select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to read the instructions for the components you wish to connect.

Connection

Stereo amplifier (receiver) and two speakers

Your setup

Notes about the HDMI OUT jack

• When you connect the player to an AV amplifier (receiver) using an HDMI cord, you will need to do one of the following:

-Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to a TV with the HDMI

cord,

-Connect the player to the TV with a video cord other than an

HDMI cord (component video cord, S VIDEO cord, or video cord).

• When connecting to the HDMI OUT jack, carefully align the HDMI connector with the jack. Do not bend or apply pre.s.sure to the HDMI cord.

• If you change the component connected to the HDMI OUT

jack, change “Audio (HDMI)” in “Audio Setup” to match the new component settings for up to five components.

• The HDMI connection is compatible with 2ch Linear PCM signals (48 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit), and 6 to Sch Linear PCM signals (48 to 96 kHz, 16/20/24 bit), in addition to Dolby Digital and DTS bit stream (5. Ich signals up to 96 kHz, 16/20/ 24bit),

If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will conic out from the speakers, w'hich could damage your ears or spetikcrs.

(page 47).

The player stores the HDMI related

AV amplifier (receiver) having a Dolby ' Surround (Pro Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers

• Surround effects: Dolby Surround (Pro Logic)

AV amplifier (receiver) with S.lch input jacks and 6 speakers

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AV amplifier (receiver) with a digital input jack having a Dolby Digital or DTS ■ decoder and 6 speakers

• Surround effects: Dolby Digital (S.lch). DTS (S.lch)

AV amplifier (receiver) with an HDMI input jack and 8 speakers

• Surround effects: 8ch Linear PCM

ManufacUired under license from Dolby laboratories. "Dolby.” "Pro Logic.” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

■ “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of DTS, Inc.

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This connection will use your TV’s speakers for sound.

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Connecting to a stereo amplifier

(receiver) and 2 speakers

If your stereo amplifier (receiver) only has audio input jacks L and R, use If your amplifier (receiver) has a digital input

jack, use

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Front (R)

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to AUDIO OUT

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Connecting to an AV amplifier

(receiver) having a Dolby Surround (Pro

Logic) decoder and 3 to 6 speakers

If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input

jacks, use If your amplifier (receiver) has a digital input

jack, use You can enjoy surround effects only when playing Dolby Surround audio or multi-channel audio (Dolby Digital or DTS) discs.

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. Stereo audio

cord (supplied)

(white) ;

(red)

(receiver) with 5.1 ch input jacks and 6 speakers

If your AV amplifier (receiver) has 5.1 channel inputs, use

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to audio input

[Speakers]

Front (R)

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: Signal flow

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When connecting 6 speakers, you do not need the "Rear (mono)“ speaker above.

Rear (mono)

Front (L)

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For correcl speaker location, see the operating instnictioris of the

connected components.

to audio input

Front (L)

Connecting to an AV amplifier

(receiver) with a digital input jack and

4>D Connecting to an AV ampiifier (receiver) with an HOMI input jack and

6 speakers

If you want to use the Dolby Digital, or DTS decoder function on your AV amplifier (receiver), connect to its digital jack using

You can enjoy a more realistic audio presence.

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HDMI cord —— (supplied with BDP-S301 only)

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to DIGITAL OUT

(COAXIAL or OPTICAL)

Coaxial digital cord (not supplied)

Optical digital cord (not supplied)

8 speakers

If your AV amplifier (receiver) accepts 8ch Linear PCM input with an HDMI connection, you can enjoy the surround sound using

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to coaxial or optical digital input

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Rear2 (L)

V Hint For correct speaker location, see the operating instruclions of Ihe connecled components.

Nol all HDMLcornpatihle AV amplifiers (receivers) accept 8ch Linear PCM signals. See also Ihe operating instructions supplied with the connected AV amplifier (receiver).

Front (L)

step 4: Connecting the

Step 5: Preparing the

Power Cord

After all of the other connections are complete, connect the supplied power cord to the AC IN terminal of the player. Then plug the player and TV power cords into the AC outlet.

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to AC IN

to AC outlet

Remote

You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two

Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the ® and © ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player

(page 58).

Notes

Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or humid place. Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, ptirticularly when replacing the batteries. Do itot expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or a lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a mairunction. If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage ;uid corrosion.

If you want to control your TV with the

supplied remote

You can control the volume, input source, and power switch of your Sony TV with the supplied remote.

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Number ■ i-; a r~T^ c ■ buttons ::

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MUTING

VOL +/-

By pressing You can

TV l/cl) Turn the TV on or off. VOL +/- Adjust the volume of the TV. TV/VIDEO

CH +/- Select the channel up and dowm. MUTING

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Switch the TV's input source between the TV and other input sources.

Mute the souttd (for Sony TV only).

TVA/IDEO

CH +/-

To control other TVs with the remote

You can control the volume, ¡npiit source, and power switch of nonvSony TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufaeturer’s code.

1 While holding down TV l/(l), press the number

buttons to select your TV manufacturer’s code (see the table below).

2 Release TV !/(!).

♦Code numbers of controllable TVs

If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.

Manufacturer Code number

Sony 01 (default) Daewoo 22,04 Emerson 14 GE Of. Hitachi 02. 04 JVC 09 LG/Gold star O.T 17, 04 MGA/Mitsubishi 13. 04 NEC 04, 12 Panasonic 19 Philips 08. 21 Pioneer 16 RCA 10,04 R.Shack 05 Samsung 04. 12. 20 Sanyo 11 Sharp 05, 18 Toshiba 07, 18 Zenith 15

♦To return the remote to its default settings

1 Remove the batteries from the remote. 2 Re-insert the batteries while pressing down 1, 2,

and .T of the number buttons.

3 Wait for a few seconds.

Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able to control your TV using all or some of the buttons on the supplied remote.

step 6: Easy Setup

Select “Start,” and press ENTER to start

“Easy Setup.”

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Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the player. If you do not complete Easy Setup, it will appear each time you turn on your player. Make the settings below in the following order.

When turned on for the first time

Wait about 90 seconds before the player turns on and starts Easy Setup. The start-up time will be much shorter once Easy Setup is completed.

Turn on the TV.

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ENTER

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♦If the above display does not appear

Go to step 6. This display appears only when the player is turned on for the first time.

•J Select the video output format for the

connected TV, and press ENTER.

For details about the video output, see page 46.

♦ When using the HDMI OUT jack

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Select from “Auto,” “4801,” “480p,” “720p,” “10801,” “lOSOp,” or “Source Direct,” then go to step 8. “TV Type” in step 7 will be set to “16:9” (wide screen).

♦ When using the jacks other than the HDMI OUT

jack

Press l/C!) to turn on the player.

The player turns on after a moment.

Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen.

If the display for OSD language selection does not appear, select “Start” of “Easy Setup” in “Options” Setup (page 52).

Select the OSD language you want to display, and press ENTER.

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This will determine the Audio, Subtitle and BD/ DVD menu laneuaees as well.

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Select from “S-Video/Video only,” “4801,” “480p," “720p,” “lOSOi” or “Don’t Know.” If you select “720p” or “1080i,” go to step 8. “TV Type” in step 7 will be set to “16:9” (wide screen).

Select the aspect ratio that matches your TV, and press ENTER.

Step 7: Additional Adjustments

The following settings and adjustments are necessary when your connection applies.

♦ If you have a wide screen TV or a 4:3 standard TV

with a wide screen mode

Select “16:9“ (page 45).

♦ If you have a 4:3 standard TV

Select “4:3" (page 45).

3 Select “Finish Setup,” and press ENTER.

t?' Hints

• If you want to reset these settings to their factory defaults, see

"Resetting the Player" (page 5)).

• You can re-run "Easy Setup" from “Options" Setup

(page

.52j.

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For Video connection

♦When using the COIVIPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks

(Pattern ©

-page 10)

• Select the video oiitpiit resolution for your TV by pressing VIDEO FORMAT

♦When using the HDMI OUT jack

(Pattern ®

• Select the video output resolution for your TV by pressing VIDEO FORMAT

• Select the type of video output from the HDMI OUT jack in "YCbCr/RGBPC (HDMIf of “Video Setup"

(page 46).

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(page 46).

(page 45).

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♦When using the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL or COAXIAL) jack

(Connection

• Set “Dolby Digital” and “DTS" in “Audio Setup” according to your AV amplifier’s (receiver’s) decoder.

♦When using the HDIVII OUT jack

(HDMI connection of

•

Set “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” in “Audio Setup”

according to your AV amplifier’s (receiver’s) decoder.

• Select the audio output method from the HDMI OUT jack in “Audio (HDMI)” of “Audio Setup”

(page 47).

♦When using the AUDIO OUT (L/R) jacks

(Connection

•

Set “DTS Downmix” to “Lt/Rf’ in “Audio Setup”

-page 14)

♦When using the 5.1CH OUTPUT jacks

(Connection

•

Set “Audio Output Mode” to “5.1 Channel” in “Speakers”

Setup

(page 51),

your system.

-page 14)

and adjust the “Speaker Setup” setting for

-page 13

(page 47)

-page 15)

(page 47)

(page 47).

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Notes

If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, which could damage your cars or speakers. If you connect using the HDMI OUT jack or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks and the picture docs not appear clearly, the connected display device may not be compatible with the progressive signals. In this case, connect the display device to the S VIDEO jack or the

page 10).

(page 18).

additional adjustment is required.

(page

52), and select "S-Video/Vidco only"

Also, check the above items again to see if any

re-run the "Easy Setup”

Basic

Mostol'ihc BD playback operations arc common to DVD. This section covers BDj' DVD/CD playback in general, together with the basic operation of the player. . For browsing recorded files on DATA DVDs*, a separate library function is available. See alsopi/.fc for movic. 36 for music, 40 for photo tiles. For operations using the remote, a complete list is located on page 24.

DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs containing MPEG-2 PS movie, MP3 audio, or JPEG image files.

Playing a Disc

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Checking the Disc Information .........,.. 26

Clarifying Low Volume Sounds (Audio DRC) . 27

Adjusting the Pictures .... ...... . i.. ... 28

Locking a Disc. ............29

Press !/(!).

The player turns on after a moment.

Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen.

Press ^ to open the disc tray.

il Place a disc on the disc tray with the playback

side facing down.

Press ^ to close the disc tray.

Wait a short while until the disc type appears on the front panel display.

¿J Press O to start playback.

For more information about the remote’s operations. see page24.

Buttons Details II Pauses playback, or fcstarts playback from the same

■

poinl. Stops playback, or cancels the resume poinl when

pressed tw'ice.

Starts or

point.

restarts playback from the previous stop

When you finish playing, press — to open the disc tray.

Remove the disc, and press A again to close the disc tray.

Press l/(!) to turn off the player.

About the screen saver function

To prevent damage to your display device (ghosting), a screen saver image appears when the player is left unattended, has no disc inserted, or no title/slideshow is displayed for 15 minutes. To cancel, press any button on the remote or the player.

About One-Touch Play (for HDMI connections only)

With one touch of the button, the player and your TV/AV receiver automatically turn on and the TV/AV receiver’s input is switched to the player. Playback starts automatically. To use this function, set '‘HDMI Control” of “Options” setup to “On”

(page 52).

The TV/AV receiver’s input will also switch to the player automatically, in the following cases;

-You press l>, SYSTEM MENU, TOP MENU, or POP UP/ MENU buttons on the remote.

-A disc with auto playback function is loaded.

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To use the BD’s or DVD’s menu

When you play a BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, or a finalized DVD+RW, DVD-RW (Video mode), DVD+R, or DVD-R (Video mode), you can display the disc’s menu by pressing TOP MENU or POP UP/MENU. Some BDs/DVDs display the menu automatically. Either cases, navigate through the menu using

ENTER, or the number buttons and the color buttons as indicated by the di.sc’s on-screen in,struction,s. The BD menu is operable without interrupting playback.

To play restricted BDs

If “CAN’T PEAY” appears on the front panel display for a BDROM, change the “BD Parental Control” setting

(page 30).

To play restricted DVDs

For a restricted DVD, the display asks for the password. For “DVD Parental Control” setting, see

page 30.

1 Enter your four-digit password using the number

buttons.

2 Press ENTER to confirm.

To register or change the password, see page 29.

Notes about Resume Play

• Playback starts from the beginning if the title has not been

played or the previous stop point is canceled.

• The stop point is canceled when:

-you change the settings on the player.

-you turn off the player (BD-ROM and CD only).

-you press ■ twice.

-you open the disc tray.

-you finish a search.

• The player remembers the stop point for one title/track/file

only. On a music CD, playback resumes from the beginning of the track.

Guide to Displays

When ‘Select an item, and press ENTER’ appears in this manual, press the key s on the remote to select the item then the entry button in the middle. You can operate the player likewise using displays.

Title List

For DATA DVD.S, this display leads further to the Title Lists of content type. The three Title Lists appear similar and are operable in a .similar way.

Title List

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Select the Title List you want to view; from “Movies,” “Photos,’

or “Music,” and press ENTER.

♦Movies

Displays movies/video titles only

♦Photos

Displays image files only

♦Music

Displays music files only

{page 32).

(page 40).

(page 36).

Press SYSTEM MENU to turn on the above “System Menu.”

The players start menu appears, with entries to all of the functions.

Select an item, and press ENTER.

Each item leads to the following function displays. See the pages in parentheses for operations. When you want to return to the previous display, press RETURN.

A/v Control (page 27)

Adjusts the audio/video settings. Select either “Video Control,’

or “Audio Control,” and press ENTER.

Setup (page 44)

Enters the Setup displays for changing the player’s settings.

Select the related Setup display, and press ENTER.

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