Sony SMP-N100 User Manual 3

Network Media
Player

4-192-726-12(1)

The software of this player may be updated in the future. To find out details on any
available updates, please visit: http://esupport.sony.com/

4-192-726-12(1)

Printed in Malaysia

Operating Instructions

SMP-N100

© 2010 Sony Corporation

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 serv icing to
qualified personnel only.

Batteries or batteries installed
apparatus shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.

This symbol is
intended to alert the
user to the presence
of uninsulated

within the product’s enclosure that
may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.

maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

This graphical symbol is located
on the AC adapter.

“dangerous voltage”

This symbol is
intended to alert the
user to the presence
of important
operating and

Precautions

• The nameplate is located on the
bottom of the unit.

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

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

Operation is subject to the
following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause

interference, and

(2) this device must accept any

interference received,
including interference that may
cause undesired operation of the
device.

FCC WARNING

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

This transmitter must not be co­located or operating in
conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.

The shielded Interface cable
(LAN cable) must be used with
the equipment in order to
comply with the limits for a
digital device pursuant to
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.

b

This equipment has been tested
and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of t he
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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FCC Radiation Exposure
Statement:

This equipment complies with
FCC radiation exposure limits
set forth for uncontrolled
equipment and meets the FCC
radio frequency (RF) Exposure
Guidelines in Supplement C to
OET65. This equipment should
be installed and operated with at
least 20 cm and more between
the radiator and person’s body
(excluding extremities: hands,
wrists, feet and ankles).

Contains FCC ID :
AK8DWMW038

Owner’s Record

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

Model No.______________
Serial No.______________

If this product is not working
properly, please call 1-866-909-

7669.

Precautions

On placement

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

• Do not place any objects on
the player, or do not place the
player on a soft surface, such
as a rug, as it may block the
ventilation holes.

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

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

• Do not place the player
outdoors, in vehicles, on s hips,
or on other vessels.

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

• Do not place metal objects in
front of the front panel. It may
limit reception of radio waves.

• Do not place the player in a
place where medical
equipment is in use. It may
cause a malfunction of
medical instruments.

• If you use a pacemaker or
other medical device, consult
your physician or the
manufacturer of your medical
device before using the
wireless LAN function.

• Do not place heavy or uns table
objects on the player.

• Disconnect the AC power cord
and all other cables from the
player when you move the
player.

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.

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

• Observe following points to
prevent the AC power cord
being damaged. Do not us e the
AC power cord if it is
damaged, as doing so may
result in an electric shock or
fire.
– Do not pinch the AC power

cord between the player and
wall, shelf, etc.

– Do not put anything heavy

on the AC power cord or pull
on the AC power cord itself.

On AC adapter

• Use the supplied AC adapter
(AC-NX1W) for this player, as
other adapters may cause a
malfunction.

• Do not disassemble or reverse­engineer.

• Do not confine the AC adapter
in a closed place such as a
bookshelf or an AV cabinet.

• Do not connect the AC adapter
to a traveler’s electric
transformer, which may
generate heat and cause a
malfunction.

• Do not drop or apply shock.

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, your ears and
the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level section is
played.

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On cleaning

Clean the cabinet, panel, and
controls with a soft cloth. Do not
use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such
as alcohol or benzine.

On replacement of parts

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

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 rear 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 cable when moving the
player.

• Hold the HDMI connector
straight when connecting or
disconnecting the HDMI
cable. Do not twist or force the
HDMI connector into the
HDMI OUT jack.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This 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 on­screen 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.

If you have any questions or
problems concerning your
player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.

Important Safety
Instructions

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near
water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

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

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

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

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

11)Only use attachments/
accessories specified by the
manufacturer.

12)Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.

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

14)Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been
dropped.

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Table of Contents

WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

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

Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Hookups and Settings

Step 1: Preparing the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Step 2: Connecting the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Step 3: Easy Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Connecting to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Playback

Playing via a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Playing from a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Available Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Settings and Adjustments

Using the Settings Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Network Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Screen Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Parental Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Easy Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Resetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Additional Information

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

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Guide to Parts and Controls

Front panel

A Power indicator

Lights up when the player is turned on.

B Remote sensor
C WLAN indicator

Lights up when using a wireless LAN.

Rear panel

A LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks
B LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack
C DC IN 12V (AC adapter input)

jack

D DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack

D (USB) jack

Connect a USB device to this jack.

E [/1 (on/standby)

Turns on the player, or sets to standby
mode.

E HDMI OUT jack
F COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

B, PR) jacks

(Y, P

G LAN (100) terminal

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Remote

The available functions of the remote differ
depending on the file or the situation.

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Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N PLAY buttons
have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference
when operating the player.

The player automatically returns to
standby mode

If any button on the remote is not pressed for
more than 30 minutes, the player
automatically returns to standby mode.

A -TV- WIDE

Changes the screen format.

-TV- INPUT

Switches between TV and other input
sources.

-TV- [/1 (on/standby)

Turns on the TV, or sets to standby mode.

[/1 (on/standby)

Turns on the player, or sets to standby
mode.

B Number buttons (0 - 9)

Enters the title/chapter numbers, etc.

VOL +/–

Adjusts the TV volume.

MUTING

Mutes the sound.

AUDIO

Selects the language track when multi­lingual tracks are recorded.

CLEAR

Erases input characters. Each time you
press the button, one character is erased.

SUBTITLE

Selects the subtitle language when multi­lingual subtitles are recorded.

C Color buttons (RED/GREEN/

YELLOW/BLUE)

Short cut keys for interactive functions.

D DISPLAY (page 14)

Displays the playback information on the
screen.

FAVORITES (page 16)

Displays the Internet content added to the
Favorites List. You can save up to 18 of
your favorite Internet content programs.

OPTIONS (page 16)

The options menu that can be selected
appears on the screen.

HOME

Enters the player’s home menu.
Displays the wall paper when pressed on
the category icon of the home menu.

RETURN

Returns to the previous display.

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</M/m/,

Moves the highlight to select a displayed
item.

Center button (ENTER)

Enters the selected item.

E . PREV/NEXT >

Skips to the previous/next chapter, track,
or file.

REPLAY/ADVANCE

Depending on the contents, these buttons
may not function.

m/M (fast reverse/fast
forward)

• Fast reverses/fast forwards when
pressed during playback. Each time
you press the button during playback of
videos, the search speed changes.

• Plays in slow motion, when pressed for
more than one second in pause mode.

• Plays one frame at a time, when pressed
briefly in pause mode.

N PLAY

Starts or re-starts playback.

THEATER (page 27)

Switches to the optimum video mode for
watching movies automatically.
The THEATER button functions only
when connected to a Sony Theater
Mode-compatible AV amplifier
(receiver) or Sony Theater Mode­compatible TV.

X PAUSE

Pauses or re-starts playback.

x STOP

Stops playback and remembers the stop
point (resume point).
The resume point for a title/track is the
last point you played or the last photo for
a photo folder.

Home menu display

The home menu appears when you press
HOME. Select a category using </,.
Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER.

Item Category

(Setup): Adjusts the player settings.
(Photo): Displays photos.
(Music): Plays music.
(Video): Plays videos.
(Network): Displays network items.

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Step 1: Preparing the Player

Hookups and

Settings

Checking the supplied
accessories

Check that you have the following items:

• Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1)

• AC power cord (1)

• AC adapter (1)

• Remote control (remote) (1)

• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)

Preparing the remote

Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by
matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries
to the markings inside the battery
compartment.

Hookups and Settings

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Step 2: Connecting the Player

Do not connect the AC power cord until you have made all the connections.

Connecting to your TV

Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV.
Match the color of the plug to that of the jack when connecting.

High quality

HDMI cable (not supplied)

Audio/video cable (supplied)

Component video cable

(not supplied)

Audio/video cable (supplied)

b

Do not connect the player through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright
protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.

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Standard

quality

Connecting to your AV amplifier (receiver)

Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your AV
amplifier (receiver). When you select B, make the appropriate settings in the “Audio Settings”
setup (page 19).

Hookups and Settings

HDMI cable

Optical digital cable (not supplied)

Audio/video cable (supplied)

*1 *2

(not supplied)

HDMI cable
(not supplied)

t Set “Dolby Digital

and “DTS

*1

” (page 19)

*2

” (page 19).

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and
the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS

2.0+ Digital Out and the DTS logos are
trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes
software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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Step 3: Easy Setup

When turned on for the first time

Wait for a short while before the player
turns on and starts “Easy Setup.”

1 Connect the supplied AC adapter and

AC power cord in the numeric order
shown below.

When removing them, do so in reverse
order.

3 Turn on the TV, then switch the input

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

to DC IN 12V

AC adapter
(supplied)

AC power cord
(supplied)

After connecting, wait for about 30
seconds until the player enters standby.

to AC outlet

2 Press [/1 to turn on the player.

4 Perform “Easy Setup.”

Follow the on-screen instructions to
make the basic settings using </M/m/

, and ENTER on the remote.

</M/m/,

ENTER

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Connecting to the Network

Wired Setup

Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100)
terminal on the player.

LAN cable
(not supplied)

Broadband
router

ADSL modem/
Cable modem

Internet

To set the network settings

Select “Network Settings,” “Internet
Settings,” then “Wired Setup” (page 21), and
follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the setup.

Wireless Setup

Use a wireless LAN that is built into the
player.

Hookups and Settings

LAN cable (not supplied)

Wireless LAN
router*

* Use a wireless LAN router supporting 802.11b/g

or 802.11b/g/n.

ADSL modem/
Cable modem

Internet

To set the network settings

Select “Network Settings,” “Internet
Settings,” then “Wireless Setup” (page 21),
and follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the setup.

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Playback

Playing via a Network

Streaming BRAVIA Internet
Video

BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway
delivering the selected Internet content and a
variety of on-demand entertainment straight
to your player.

1 Prepare for BRAVIA Internet Video.

Connect the player to a network
(page 13).

2 Select (Video), (Music), or

(Photo) on the home menu using

</,.

3 Select an Internet content program

icon using M/m, and press ENTER.

When an Internet content list has not
been acquired, an unacquired icon or a
new icon is displayed.

To use the control panel

The control panel appears when the video file
starts playing. The displayed items may differ
depending on Internet content programs.
To display again, press DISPLAY.

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A Control display

Press </M/m/, or ENTER for
playback operations.

B Playing status bar

Status bar, Cursor indicating the
current position, Playing time,
Duration of the video file

C The next video file name
D The currently selected video file name

Playing files on a DLNA server

You can play video/music/photo files on your
home server, such as a DLNA certified PC by
connecting the player to the home network.
For playable files on a DLNA server, see
“Playable types of files” (page 26).

1 Prepare for playing files on a DLNA

server.

• Connect the player to a network
(page 13).

• Set “Connection Server Settings”
(page 21).

2 Select (Video), (Music), or

(Photo) on the home menu using

</,.

3 Select a DLNA server using M/m, and

press ENTER.

The file list or folder list appears.

Playing from a USB Device

You can play video/music/photo files on the
connected USB device.
For playable USB devices, see “Playable
types of files” (page 26).

1 Connect the USB device to the USB

jack on the player.

Refer to the instruction manual supplied
with the USB device before connecting.

USB device

2 Select (Video), (Music), or

(Photo) on the home menu using

</,.

3 Select (USB device) using M/m,

and press ENTER.

Playback

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Available Options

Various settings and playback operations are
available by pressing OPTIONS. The
available items differ depending on the
situation.

Common options

Items Details

Repeat
Setting

Favorites List Displays the Favorites List.

Play/Stop Starts or stops the playback.

Play from
beginning

Add to
Favorites

Remove from
Favorites

(Video) only

Items Details

AV SYNC Adjusts the gap between

Video Settings • Picture Quality Mode:

Pause Pauses the playback.

Chapter
Search

IP Content
Noise
Reduction

Sets the repeat mode.

Plays the item from the
beginning.

Adds Internet content to the
Favorites List.

Removes Internet content
from the Favorites List.

picture and sound, by
delaying the sound output in
relation to the picture output
(0 to 120 milliseconds).

Selects the picture settings
for different lighting
environments.

• FNR: Reduces the random
noise appearing in the
picture.

• BNR: Reduces the mosaic­like block noise in the
picture.

• MNR: Reduces minor
noise around the picture
outlines (mosquito noise).

Searches for a chapter and
starts playback from the
beginning.

Adjusts the picture qual ity of
Internet content.

(Music) only

Items Details

Add
Slideshow
BGM

Registers music files in the
USB memory as slideshow
background music (BGM).

(Photo) only

Items Details

Slideshow
Speed

Slideshow
Effect

Slideshow
BGM

Slideshow Plays a slideshow.

Rotate Left Rotates the photo

Rotate Right Rotates the photo clockwise

Changes the slideshow
speed.

Sets the effect for
slideshows.

• Off: Turns off the
function.

• My Music from USB: Sets
the music files registered
in “Add Slideshow B GM.”
If no music file is
registered, “(Not
registered)” is displayed.

counterclockwise by
90 degrees.

by 90 degrees.

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Settings and

Adjustments

Using the Settings Displays

Select (Setup) on the home menu when
you need to change the settings of the player.
The default settings are underlined.

1 Select (Setup) on the home menu

using </,.

2 Select the setup category icon using

M/m, and press ENTER.

Icon Explanation

Network Update (page 18)

Updates the software of the
player.

Screen Settings (page 18)

Makes the video settings
according to the type of
connecting jacks.

Audio Settings (page 19)

Makes the audio settings
according to the type of
connecting jacks.

Parental Control Settings
(page 20)

Makes detailed settings for the
Parental Control function.

System Settings (page 21)

Makes the player-related
settings.

Network Settings (page 21)

Makes detailed settings for the
Internet and network.

Easy Setup (page 22)

Re-runs the Easy Setup to make
the basic settings.

Resetting (page 22)

Resets the player to the factory
settings.

Settings and Adjustments

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Network Update

Screen Settings

Select “OK” to update the player’s software
via the network.

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• We recommend the network update every 2
months or so.

• For information about update functions, visit the
following website:
http://esupport.sony.com/

TV Type

16:9 Select this when connecting

4:3 Select this when connecting

to a wide-screen TV or a TV
with a wide mode function.

to a 4:3 screen TV without a
wide mode function.

Screen Format

Original

Fixed Aspect
Ratio

Select this when connecting
to a TV with a wide mode
function. Displays a 4:3
screen picture in 16:9 aspect
ratio even on a wide-screen
TV.

Changes the picture size to
fit the screen size with the
original picture aspect ratio.

Cinema Conversion Mode

Auto

Video The conversion method

Normally select this. The
player automatically detects
whether the material is
video-based or film-based,
and switches to the
appropriate conversion
method.

suited for video-based
material will always be
selected regardless of the
material.

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Output Video Format

HDMI

Component
Video

Video Automatically sets the

Normally select “Auto.”

Select the resolution that
suits your TV.

lowest resolution.

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• When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other
video output jacks at the same time, select
“Component Video.”

• If no picture appears when setting “HDMI” or
“Component Video” resolution, try another
resolution setting.

YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)

Auto Automatically detects the

YCbCr (4:2:2) Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video

YCbCr (4:4:4) Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video

RGB Outputs RGB video signals.

connected TV type, and
switches to the matching
color setting.

signals.

signals.

HDMI Deep Color Output

Auto

12bit Outputs 12bit/10bit video

10bit

Off Select this when the picture

Normally select this.

signals when the connected
TV is compatible with Deep
Color.

is unstable or colors appear
unnatural.

Pause Mode

Auto

Frame Displays static pictures at

Normally select this.
Dynamic moving pictures
appear without blurring.

high resolution.

Audio Settings

Audio (HDMI)

Auto Normally select this.

PCM Outputs PCM signals from

Dolby Digital

Downmix
PCM

Dolby Digital

DTS

Downmix
PCM

DTS

Audio DRC

Auto

Standard Performs playback at a

Wide Range No compression works. A

Outputs audio signals
according to the status of the
connected HDMI device.

the HDMI OUT jack.

Converts to output Linear
PCM signals. Select this
when connecting an audio
device without a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.

Select this when connecting
an audio device with a built­in Dolby Digital decoder.

Converts to output Linear
PCM signals. Select this
when connecting to an audio
device without a built-in
DTS decoder.

Select this when connecting
to an audio device with a
built-in DTS decoder.

Performs playback at the
dynamic range specified by
the current file.

standard compression level.

more dynamic sound is
produced.

Settings and Adjustments

,continued

19

Downmix

Surround Outputs audio signals with

surround effects. Select this
when connecting an audio
device that supports Dolby
Surround (Pro Logic) or
DTS Neo:6.

Stereo Outputs audio signals

without surround effects.
Select this when connecting
an audio device that does not
support Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) or DTS Neo:6.

Parental Control

Settings

Password

Sets or changes the password for the Parental
Control function. A password allows you to
set a restriction on Internet video playback.

Parental Control Area Code

Playback of some Internet videos can be
limited according to the geographic area.
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with
different scenes. Follow the on-screen
instructions and enter your four-digit
password.

Internet Video Parental Control

Playback of some Internet videos can be
limited according to the age of the users.
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with
different scenes. Follow the on-screen
instructions and enter your four-digit
password.

Internet Video Unrated

Allow Allows the playback of

unrated Internet videos.

Block Blocks the playback of

unrated Internet videos.

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System Settings

Network Settings

OSD

Selects your language for the player on­screen displays.

Control for HDMI

On Allows you to use the

Off Turns off the function.

“Control for HDMI”
function (page 27).

Auto Display

On

Off Displays information only

Automatically displays
information on the screen
when changing the viewing
titles, picture modes, audio
signals, etc.

when you press DISPLAY.

Screen Saver

On

Off Turns off the function.

Turns on the screen saver
function. The screen saver
image appears when you do
not use the player for more
than 10 minutes while an on­screen display is displayed.

Software Update Notification

On

Off Turns off the function.

Sets the play er to inform you
of newer software version
information (page 18).

DivX(R) VOD

For details, visit the following website:
vod.divx.com

Internet Settings

Connect the player to the network
beforehand. For details, see “Connecting to
the Network” (page 13).

View Network
Status

Wired Setup

Wireless
Setup

Displays the current
network status.

Select this when you
connect to a broadband
router directly.

Select this when you use a
wireless LAN router.
For further details, visit the
following website and check
the FAQ contents:
http://esupport.sony.com/

Network Connection Diagnostics

You can run the network diagnostic to check
if the network connection has been made
properly.

Connection Server Settings

Sets whether or not to display the connected
server.

BD Remote Device Registration

Registers your “BD Remote” device.
Some mobile devices can install the “BD
Remote” application.
For the latest compatible devices, visit the
following website:
http://esupport.sony.com/

Registered BD Remote Devices

Displays a list of your registered “BD
Remote” devices.

Settings and Adjustments

System Information

Displays the player’s software version
information and the MAC address.

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Easy Setup

Re-runs the “Easy Setup” to make the basic
settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.

Resetting

Reset to Factory Default Settings

You can reset the player settings to the
factory default by selecting the group of
settings. All the settings within the group will
be reset.

Initialize Personal Information

You can erase your personal information
stored in the player.

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Additional

Information

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the player, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should
any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.

Power

The power does not turn on.

, Check that the AC adapter and AC power

cord are connected securely.

Picture

There is no picture or the picture is not
output correctly.

, Check that all the connecting cables are

securely connected (page 10).

, Switch the input selector on your TV to

display the signal from the player.

, Connect the player to your TV using the

LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack, and check the
“Output Video Format” settings in the
“Screen Settings” setup (page 18).

, For HDMI connections, try the following:

1Turn the player off and on again. 2Turn

the connected equipment off and on again.

3Disconnect and then reconnect the HDMI

cable.

, The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI

device that does not support copyright
protection technology.

, For HDMI connections, check the “Output

Video Format” settings in the “Screen
Settings” setup (page 18).

Additional Information

The display language on the screen
switches automatically when connected to
the HDMI OUT jack.

, When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On”

(page 21), the display language on the
screen automatically switches according to
the language setting of the connected TV (if
you change the setting on your TV, etc.).

,continued

23

Sound

BRAVIA Internet Video

There is no sound or the sound is not
output correctly.

, Check that all the connecting cables are

securely connected (page 10).

, Switch the input selector on your AV

amplifier (receiver) so that the audio signals
of the player are output from your AV
amplifier (receiver).

, If the audio signal does not come through

the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)/HDMI
OUT jack, check the audio settings
(page 19).

, For HDMI connections, try the following:

1Turn the player off and on again. 2Turn

the connected equipment off and on again.

3Disconnect and the n reconnect the HDMI

cable.

, For HDMI connections, if the player is

connected to a TV through an AV amplifier
(receiver), try connecting the HDMI cable
directly to the TV. Refer also to the
instruction manual supplied with the AV
amplifier (receiver).

, The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI

device (DVI jacks do not accept audio
signals).

, The device connected to the HDMI OUT

jack does not support the audio format of
the player. Check the audio settings
(page 19).

USB device

The picture/sound is poor/certain
programs display a loss of detail,
especially during fast-motion or dark
scenes.

, Picture/sound quality may be poor

depending on Internet content programs.

, Picture/sound quality may be improved by

changing the connection speed. We
recommend the connection speed of at least

2.5 Mbps for standard definition video
(10 Mbps for high definition video).

, Not all videos will contain sound.

The picture is small.

, Press M to zoom in.

Network connection

The player cannot connect to the network.

, Check the network connection (page 13)

and the network settings (page 21).

You cannot connect your PC to the Internet
after “Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)” is
performed.

, The wireless settings of the router may

change automatically if you use the Wi-Fi
Protected Setup function before adjusting
the settings of the router. In this case,
change the wireless settings of your PC
accordingly.

The player does not detect a USB device
connected to the player.

, Make sure that the USB device is securely

connected to the USB jack.

, Check if the USB device or a cable is

damaged.

, Check if the USB device is on.
, If the USB device is connected via a USB

hub, connect the USB device directly to the
player.

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You cannot connect the player to the
wireless LAN router.

, Check if the wireless LAN router is on.
, Depending on the surrounding

environment, such as the wall material,
radio wave receiving con dition, or obstacles
between the player and the wireless LAN
router, the communication distance may be
shortened. Move the player and the wireless
LAN router closer to each other.

, Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band,

such as a microwave, Bluetooth, or digital
cordless device, may interrupt the
communication. Move the player away
from such devices, or turn off such devices.

The desired wireless router is not
detected even if “Scan” is performed.

, Press RETURN to return to the previous

screen, and try “Scan” again. If the desired
wireless router is still not detected, press
RETURN to select “Manual registration.”

Others

Playback does not start from the
beginning of content.

, Press OPTIONS, and select “Play from

beginning.”

The message “A new software version has
been found on the network. Perform
update under "Network Update."” appears
on the screen when turning the player on.

, See “Network Update” (page 18) to update

the player to a newer software version.

BRAVIA Sync (“Control for
HDMI”)

The “Control for HDMI” function does not
work (BRAVIA Sync).

, Check that “Control for HDMI” is set to

“On” (page 21).

, If you change the HDMI connection, turn

the player off and on again.

, If power failure occurs, set “Control for

HDMI” to “Off,” then set “Control for
HDMI” to “On” (page 21).

, Check the following and refer to the

instruction manual supplied with the
component.
– the connected component is compatible

with the “Control for HDMI” function.

– the connected component’s setting for

the “Control for HDMI” function is
correct.

, When you connect the player to a TV

through an AV amplifier (receiver),
– if the AV amplifier (receiver) is not

compatible with the “Control for HDMI”
function, you may be unable to control
the TV from the player.

– if you change the HDMI connection,

disconnect and reconnect the AC power
cord, or a power failure occurs, try the
following:
the AV amplifier (receiver) so that the
picture from the player appears on the
TV screen.
“Off,” then set “Control for HDMI” to
“On” (page 21). Refer to the instruction
manual supplied with the AV amplifier
(receiver).

1Switch the input selector of

2Set “Control for HDMI” to

Playback does not start from the resume
point where you last stopped playing.

, The resume point may be cleared from

memory when
– you disconnect the USB device.
– you play other content.
– you turn off the player.

The player does not respond to any button.

, Hold down [/1 on the player for more than

10 seconds until the indicators on the front
panel turn off.
If the player still does not respond to any
button, disconnect then reconnect the AC
power cord.

Additional Information

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Specifications

Inputs and outputs

(Jack name:

Jack type/Output level/Load impedance)

LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L:

Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL):

Optical output jack/–18 dBm
(wave length 660 nm)

HDMI OUT:

HDMI 19-pin standard connector

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

LINE OUT VIDEO:

LAN (100):

USB:

DC IN:

Wireless

Wireless LAN standard:

Frequency range:

Modulation:

B, PR):

(Y, P

Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p/

B, PR: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms

P

Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms

100BASE-TX Terminal

USB jack Type A (For connecting a USB
memory, hard disk drive, memory card
reader, digital still camera, and digital video
camera)

12 V DC

IEEE802.11b/g/n

2.4 GHz band: Channels 1-11

DS-SS Modem and OFDM Modem

Supplied accessories

See page 9.

Specifications and design are subject to
change without notice.

Playable types of files

Video

File format Extensions

MPEG-1 Video/

*1*5

PS
MPEG-2 Video/PS,

*1*6

TS

*2

DivX

MPEG-4 AVC

WMV9

AVCHD

*1*5

*1*5

*5 *3

Music

File format Extensions

MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio
Layer III)

*1*4*5

AAC

WMA9
Standard

LPCM “.wav”

*1*4*5

“.mpg,” “.mpeg,”
“.m2ts,” “.mts”

“.avi,” “.divx”

“.mkv,” “.mp4,”
“.m4v,” “.m2ts,”
“.mts”

“.wmv,” “.asf”

“.mp3”

“.m4a”

“.wma”

General

Power requirements:

AC adapter: 110 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption (approx.):

14 W

Dimensions (approx.):

185 mm × 193 mm × 40 mm

3

/8 in. × 7 5/8 in. × 1 5/8 in.)

(17
(width/depth/height) incl. projecting parts

Mass (approx.):

680 g (1 lb 8 oz)

Operating temperature:

5 ºC to 35 ºC (41 °F to 95 °F)

Operating humidity:

25 % to 80 %

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Photo

File format Extensions

JPEG “.jpg,” “.jpeg”

*1

The player does not play coded files such as
DRM.

*2

ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX® is a digital
video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an
official DivX Certified device that plays DivX
video. Visit www.divx.com for more
information and software tools to convert your
files into DivX video.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This
DivX Certified
order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD)
content. To generate the registration code, locate
the DivX VOD section in the device setup menu.
Go to vod.divx.com with this code to complete
the registration process and learn more about
DivX VOD.

®

device must be registered in

*3

The player plays AVCHD format files that are
recorded on a digital video camera, etc.

*4

The player does not play coded files such as
Lossless.

*5

The player does not play this file format on a
DLNA server.

*6

The player can only play standard definition
video on a DLNA server.

b

• Some files may not play depending on the file
format, file encoding, recording condition, or
DLNA server condition.

• Some files edited on a PC may not play.

• The player can recognize the following files or
folders in USB devices:
– up to folders in the 5th tree
– up to 500 files in a single tree

• The player can recognize the following files or
folders stored in the DLNA server:
– up to folders in the 20th tree
– up to 999 files in a single tree

• Some USB devices may not work with this
player.

• The player can recognize Mass Storage Class
(MSC) devices (such as flash memory or an
HDD), Still Image Capture Device (SICD) class
devices and 101 keyboard (USB jack only).

• To avoid data corruption or damage to the USB
memory or devices, turn the player off when
connecting or removing the USB memory or
devices.

About the BRAVIA Sync
features (for HDMI connections
only)

By connecting Sony components that are
compatible with the “Control for HDMI”
function with an HDMI cable (not supplied),
operation is simplified as below:

• One-Touch Play
With one touch of the following buttons, the
connected TV turns on and the input
selector on the TV is switched to the player
automatically.
– [/1
– HOME: The home menu appears

automatically (page 7, 14, 17).

– N PLAY: Playback starts automatically.

• System Power-Off
When you turn off the TV using -TV- [/1
or the power button on the TV’s remote, the
player and HDMI-compatible components
turn off automatically.

• Theater
When you press THEATER, the player
automatically switches to the optimum
video mode for watching movies. When
connected with a Sony AV amplifier
(receiver) using the HDMI cable, the
speaker output also switches automatically.
When connected with a Theater Mode­compatible TV using the HDMI cable, the
TV’s video mode switches to Theater
Mode. Press the button again to return to the
original setting.

• Language Follow
When you change the language for the on­screen display on your TV, the player’s
language for the on-screen display is also
changed after turning the player off and on.

To prepare for the BRAVIA Sync features

Set “Control for HDMI” to “On” in the
“System Settings” setup (page 21).
For details on settings of your TV or other
connected components, refer to the
instruction manual supplied with the TV or
components.

z

• When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible
with the “Control for HDMI” Easy Setting
function using the HDMI cable, the “Control for
HDMI” setting of the player automatically
switches to “On” if the “Control for HDMI”
setting on the connected TV is set to “On.” Refer
to the instruction manual supplied with the TV.

• When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible
with the BRAVIA Sync features using the HDMI
cable, you can control the basic functions of the
player with the TV’s remote if the “Control for
HDMI” setting on the connected TV is set to
“On.” Refer to the instruction manual supplied
with the TV.

b

Depending on the connected component, the
“Control for HDMI” function may not work. Refer
to the instruction manual supplied with the
component.

Additional Information

,continued

27

About wireless LAN security Copyrights and Trademarks

Since communication via the wireless LAN
function is established by radio waves, the
wireless signal may be susceptible to
interception. To protect wireless
communication, this player supports various
security functions. Be sure to correctly
configure the security settings in accordance
with your network environment.

No Security

Although you can easily make settings,
anyone can intercept wireless
communication or intrude into your wireless
network, even without any sophisticated
tools. Keep in mind that there is a risk of
unauthorized access or interception of data.

WEP

WEP applies security to communications to
prevent outsiders from intercepting
communications or intruding into your
wireless network. WEP is a legacy security
technology that enables older devices, which
do not support TKIP/AES, to be connected.

WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP)

TKIP is a security technology developed to
correct for the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP
assures a higher security level than WEP.

WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES)

AES is a security technology that uses an
advanced security method that is distinct
from WEP and TKIP.
AES assures a higher security level than
WEP or TKIP.

• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are

trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony
Corporation.

• , “XMB,” and “xross media bar” are

trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc.

• This product incorporates High-Definition

Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are t rademarks or reg istered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

• “x.v.Color” and “x.v.Color” logo are trademarks

of Sony Corporation.

• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

• “PhotoTV HD” and the “PhotoTV HD” logo are

trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and

patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.

®

, DivX Certified® and associated logos are

•DivX

registered trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used
under license.

• Windows Media is either a registered trademark

or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this
product is prohibited without a license from
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.

• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification

mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Mark is a mark of

the Wi-Fi Alliance.

• “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™” and “Wi-Fi Protected

Setup™” are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

®

•DLNA

• Other system and product names are generally

, the DLNA Logo and DLNA

®

CERTIFIED
certification marks of the Digital Living Network
Alliance.

trademarks or registered trademarks of the
manufacturers. ™ and ® marks are not indicated
in this document.

are trademarks, service marks, or

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Code numbers of controllable
TVs

While holding down -TV- [/1, enter the
TV’s manufacturer code using the number
buttons.

Manufacturer Code number

Sony 01 (default)

Hitachi 02

LG/Goldstar 04

Loewe 45

Mitsubishi/MGA 13

Panasonic 19

Philips 21

Pioneer 16

RCA 10

Samsung 20

Sharp 18

Toshiba 07

Parental control/area code

For details, see “Parental Control Area Code”
(page 20).

Number, Area (Code)

2044, Argentina (ar)
2047, Australia (au)
2046, Austria (at)
2057, Belgium (be)
2070, Brazil (br)
2090, Chile (cl)
2092, China (cn)
2093, Colombia (co)
2115, Denmark (dk)
2165, Finland (fi)
2174, France (fr)
2109, Germany (de)
2200, Greece (gr)
2219, Hong Kong (hk)
2248, India (in)
2238, Indonesia (id)
2239, Ireland (ie)
2254, Italy (it)
2276, Japan (jp)
2304, Korea (kr)
2333, Luxembourg (lu)
2363, Malaysia (my)
2362, Mexico (mx)
2376, Netherlands (nl)
2390, New Zealand (nz)
2379, Norway (no)
2427, Pakistan (pk)
2424, Philippines (ph)
2428, Poland (pl)
2436, Portugal (pt)
2489, Russia (ru)
2501, Singapore (sg)
2149, Spain (es)
2499, Sweden (se)
2086, Switzerland (ch)
2543, Taiwan (tw)
2528, Thailand (th)
2184, United Kingdom (gb)

Additional Information

29

Index

Words in quotations appear
in the on-screen displays.

A

AC adapter 12
AUDIO

7

“Audio Settings”

B

Batteries 9
BRAVIA Internet Video
14
BRAVIA Sync

C

CLEAR 7
Color buttons
Connecting

AV amplifier

Network
TV

10

“Control for HDMI”
25, 27

19

25, 27

7

(Receiver)

13

11

21,

I

Internet content 7, 14
“IP Content Noise
Reduction” 16

L

Language Follow 27

M

MAC address 21
MUTING

7

N

“Network Settings” 21
“Network Update”

O

One-Touch Play 27
OPTIONS
“OSD”

7

21

P

Parental Control 20
“Parental Control Settings”
20
Playable files

26

18

U

Update 18

15

USB

W

WEP 28

7

WIDE
WPA2-PSK (AES)
WPA2-PSK (TKIP)
WPA-PSK (AES)
WPA-PSK (TKIP)

28

28

28

28

D

Deep Color 19
DISPLAY

15

DLNA
Dolby Digital

19

DTS

E

“Easy Setup” 12, 22

F

FAVORITES 7

H

HDMI 18, 19

7, 17

HOME
Home menu

30

R

Remote 7, 9

7

19

“Resetting”
Resetting the player
Resume

22

22

8, 25

S

“Screen Settings” 18
“Setup”

17

Software update
SUBTITLE
System Power-Off
“System Settings”

18, 21

7

27

21

T

THEATER 8, 27

17

Troubleshooting
“TV Type”

23

18