Sony SMPU10 User Manual

4-157-000-12(1)

USB Media
Player

Operating Instructions

SMP-U10

© 2009 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
servicing to qualified
personnel only.
The mains lead must only be
changed at a qualified
service shop.
Batteries or batteries
installed apparatus shall not
be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the
like.

For customers in Europe

Disposal of Old Electrical &
Electronic Equipment (Applicable
in the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on
its packaging indicates that this
product shall not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be
handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this
product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the
environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused
by inappropriate waste handling of
this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve
natural resources. For more
detailed information about
recycling of this product, please
contact your local Civic Office,
your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you
purchased the product.

Disposal of waste batteries
(applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with
separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on
the packaging indicates that the
battery provided with this product
shall not be treated as household
waste.
On certain batteries this symbol
might be used in combination with
a chemical symbol. The chemical
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead
(Pb) are added if the battery
contains more than 0.0005%
mercury or 0.004% lead.
By ensuring these batteries are
disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potentially negative
consequences for the environment
and human health which could
otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of the
battery. The recycling of the
materials will help to conserve
natural resources.

In case of products that for safety,
performance or data integrity
reasons require a permanent
connection with an incorporated
battery, this battery should be
replaced by qualified service staff
only.
To ensure that the battery will be
treated properly, hand over the
product at end-of-life to the
applicable collection point for the
recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment.

For all other batteries, please view
the section on how to remove the
battery from the product safely.
Hand the battery over to the
applicable collection point for the
recycling of waste batteries.

For more detailed information
about recycling of this product or
battery, please contact your local
Civic Office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

The manufacturer of this product is
Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075
Japan. The Authorized
Representative for EMC and
product safety is Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61,
70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any
service or guarantee matters please
refer to the addresses given in
separate service or guarantee
documents.

Precautions

Safety

• The power requirements of this
unit are indicated on the AC
adaptor. Check that the unit’s
operating voltage is identical
with your local power supply.

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

• Install the player so that the AC
power cord (mains lead) can be
unplugged from the wall socket
immediately in the event of
trouble.

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

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Precautions

On safety

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

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

• Do not touch the mains lead or
the AC adaptor with wet hands.
Doing so may cause shock
hazard.

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 dust, or mechanical
shock.

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

On AC adaptor

• Use the supplied AC adaptor for
this player, as other adaptors
may cause a malfunction.

• Do not disassemble or reverse­engineer.

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

• Do not connect the AC power
adaptor 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, the speakers may be
damaged when a peak level section
is played.

Lightning

For added protection for this set
during a lightning storm, or when it
is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it

from the wall outlet. This will
prevent damage to the set due to
lightning and powerline surges.

On cleaning

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

On replacement of parts

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

Licensing and trademarks

• This player incorporates High­Definition Multimedia Interface
(HDMI™) technology. HDMI,
the HDMI Logo and High­Definition Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC.

• Manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the
double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.

• DivX, DivX Certified, and
associated logos are trademarks
of DivX, Inc. and are used under
license.

• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding
technology and patents licensed
from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.

• THIS PRODUCT IS
LICENSED UNDER THE
MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT
PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR
THE PERSONAL AND NON­COMMERCIAL USE OF A
CONSUMER FOR DECODING
VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE
WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL
STANDARD (“MPEG-4
VIDEO”) THAT WAS
ENCODED BY A CONSUMER
ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL
AND NON-COMMERCIAL
ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS
OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO
PROVIDER LICENSED BY
MPEG LA TO PROVIDE
MPEG-4 VIDEO.
NO LICENSE IS GRANTED
OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR
ANY OTHER USE.
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION INCLUDING
THAT RELATING TO
PROMOTIONAL, INTERNAL
AND COMMERCIAL USES
AND LICENSING MAY BE

OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA,
LLC. SEE
HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM

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.

• NEED-to-know information (to
prevent incorrect operation) is
listed under the
to-know information (tips and
other useful information) is
listed under the

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
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.

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

b icon. NICE-

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Table of Contents

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

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

Guide to Parts and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Hookups and Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Step 1: Connecting to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

About the CONTROL FOR HDMI functions for ‘BRAVIA Sync’

(for HDMI connections only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

‘BRAVIA Sync’ display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Step 2: Connecting to Your Audio Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Step 3: Connecting the AC Adaptor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Step 4: Preparing the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Controlling TVs with the remote. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Step 5: Quick Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Playing Files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Selecting a photo file . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Viewing a high quality slide show (PhotoTV HD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Setting the pace for a slide show (INTERVAL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Selecting the slides’ appearance (EFFECT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Control Menu display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

List of Control Menu items. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Customizing the Playback Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Adjusting the playback picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) . . . . . . . . . 19

Sharpening the picture (SHARPNESS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Adjusting the delay between the picture and sound (AV SYNC) . . . . . . . 20

Settings and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Using the Setup Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

LANGUAGE SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

SCREEN SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

CUSTOM SETUP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

AUDIO SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Setting the digital output signal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

HDMI SETUP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Additional Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Notes About Video, Photo, or Music files. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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

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Guide to Parts and Controls

For more information, see the pages indicated
in parentheses.

Remote

The VOL (volume) +, number 5, AUDIO,
and N buttons have a tactile dot. Use the
tactile dot as a reference when operating the
player.

A PICTURE NAVI (15)

Divides the screen into 16 subscreens
to display photo files as thumbnails.

TV INPUT (input select) (11)

Switches between TV and other input
sources.

TV [/1 (on/standby) (11)

Turns on the TV, or sets to standby
mode.

[/1 (on/standby) (12)

Turns on the player, or sets to standby
mode.

VOL (volume) +/– (11)

Adjusts the TV volume.

B Number buttons

Enters the track number, etc.

CLEAR (18)

Clears the entry field.

C TIME/TEXT

Displays the playing time.
If a music file has an ID3 tag, the
player will display the album name/
track title from the ID3 tag
information. This player supports ID3
versions 1.0/1.1 and 2.2/2.3.

AUDIO ( )

Changes the audio language or audio
channel.

SUBTITLE ( )

– Changes the subtitles when

subtitles are recorded on DivX
video files only.

– Displays lyrics for a music file

when pressed during playback. For
details see page 15.

D MEDIA SELECT (14)

Selects the file type (video, photo, or
music) to be played.

FILE LIST (15)

Displays the album list.

RETURN (14)

Returns to the previous display.

DISPLAY (17)

Displays the playback information.

C/X/x/c (12)

Moves the highlight to select a
displayed item.

Centre button (ENTER) (12)

Enters the selected item.

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5

E ./> PREV/NEXT (previous/

next)

Skips to the previous/next track or file
in continuous play mode.

/ REPLAY/ADVANCE (replay/

advance/step)

– Replays the scene*1/briefly fast

forward the scene

*1

when pressed

during playback.

–Plays forward*2 one frame at a time

when pressed during pause mode.

– Changes the LUN (Logical Unit

Number) devices when pressed
during the list of albums or tracks is
displayed (page 14).

m/M (scan/slow)

– Fast reverses/fast forwards when

pressed during playback. The speed
changes when pressed repeatedly.

– Plays forward

*2

in slow motion
when pressed repeatedly during
pause mode.

N PLAY

Starts or re-starts playback.

X PAUSE

Pauses or re-starts playback.

x STOP

Stops playback.

ZOOM

Zooms the images.

*1For DivX video files only.

These functions may not work with some
scenes.

2

For video files only.

*

b

Some playback functions may not work with an
unsupported MPEG-4 format (page 28).

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Front panel

MUSICPHOTOVIDEO

A [/1 (on/standby) button (12)
B (remote sensor) (11)

Rear panel

OUT

HDMI

C Media indicators (14)

Indicates the selected media type.

D USB jack (type A) (14)

Connect a USB device to this jack.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

PR PB Y

LINE OUT

L-AUDIO-RVIDEO

DIGITAL OUT

COAXIALDC IN 6V

A HDMI OUT (High-Definition

Multimedia Interface out) jack (8, 10)

B COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (8)
C LINE OUT (L-AUDIO-R) jacks (10)

D LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (8)
E DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (10)
F DC IN 6V (AC adaptor input) jack (11)

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Hookups and Settings

When unpacking, check the supplied
accessories by referring to page 29.

A

AUDIO VIDEO

R

TV

INPUT

L

b

• Plug cables securely to prevent unwanted noise.

• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the components to be connected.

• Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each
component before connecting.

Step 1: Connecting to Your TV

Connect this player to your TV using a video
cable. Select one of the patterns A through
C, according to the input jack on your TV.
In order to view progressive signal (525p or
625p) pictures with a compatible TV, you
must use pattern B. Select pattern C when
connecting to a TV equipped with HDMI
input. Be sure to also make an audio
connection in the case of patterns A and B
(page 10).

A Video input jack

You will enjoy standard quality images.

B Component video input jacks

(Y, P

B/CB, PR/CR)

You will enjoy accurate colour reproduction
and high quality images.

C HDMI/DVI input jack

Use a certified Sony HDMI cord (not
supplied) to enjoy high quality digital picture
and sound through the HDMI OUT jack.

(red)

(red)

to LINE OUT (VIDEO)

(green)

to HDMI
OUT

(blue)

to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT

HDMI cord
(not supplied)

Component
video cable
(not supplied)

(green)

(white) (yellow)

Audio/video cable
(supplied)

(white) (yellow)

USB media
player

(red)

(blue) (red)

PB/CB PR/CRY

HDMI IN

TV

C

: Signal flow

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

TV

B

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When connecting to the HDMI OUT jack

Insert the HDMI connector straight into the
HDMI OUT jack.
Improper handling may damage the HDMI
OUT jack and the connector.
Make sure the connector is not upside down
or tilted.

Upside down Not straight

To connect to a TV with DVI input

Use an HDMI-DVI converter cord (not
supplied). The DVI jack will not accept any
audio signals, so you have to use another
audio connection in addition to this
connection (page 10). Furthermore, you
cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack to DVI
jacks that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI
jacks on PC displays).

When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV

Some images may not fit your TV screen. To
change the picture size, see page 21.

b

• Do not connect a VCR, etc., betwe en 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.

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

• If you place the player on a 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 disconnecting, do not screw
in or rotate the HDMI connector.

About the CONTROL FOR HDMI functions for ‘BRAVIA Sync’ (for HDMI connections only)

By connecting to Sony components that are
compatible with the CONTROL FOR HDMI
function with an HDMI cord (not supplied),
you can enjoy the following features:

• One-Touch Play (page 15)

• System-Power Off
When you turn the TV off by using the [/1
button on the TV’s remote, the components
compatible with CONTROL FOR HDMI
function turn off automatically.

b

Depending on the connected component, the
CONTROL FOR HDMI function may not work.
Refer to the opera ting instructions supplied with the
component.

‘BRAVIA Sync’ display

You can control the player by selecting the
SYNC MENU button on the TV’s remote or
TV’s option menu.
Some TVs may have other buttons available
to turn on the ‘BRAVIA Sync’ display, or
require setting on the TV. Depending on the
TV, the setting display may appear before the
‘BRAVIA Sync’ display. Refer also to the
operating instructions supplied with the TV.

‘BRAVIA Sync’ display

Displays “FILE LIST” and “PICT. NAVI”
(Picture Navigation).
Select an item using C/c and then press
ENTER.

To change the display

Press the SYNC MENU button on the TV’s
remote repeatedly to turn on or change the
display. ‘BRAVIA Sync’ display and Control
Menu are displayed alternately.

To turn off the display

Press the RETURN or SYNC MENU button
on the TV’s remote repeatedly.

z

You can also control these functions on the player’s
remote.

b

• The items in the ‘BRAVIA Sync’ display have the
same functions as the player’s remote buttons
(page 5).

• You can only use this function if your TV
supports ‘BRAVIA Sync.’

• For more details on ‘BRAVIA Sync,’ please refer
to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.

Hookups and Settings

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Step 2: Connecting to Your Audio Component

Select one of the following patterns, A or B,
according to the input jack on your TV
monitor, projector, or audio component such
as an AV amplifier (receiver).
This will enable you to listen to sound.

A Audio L/R input jacks

This connection will use your TV’s or audio
component’s two speakers for sound.

B Digital audio input jack

If your audio component has a Dolby Digital
or MPEG audio decoder and a digital input
jack, use this connection. You can enjoy
Dolby Digital (5.1ch) and MPEG audio
(5.1ch) surround effect.
If you connect to a Sony audio component
that is compatible with the CONTROL FOR
HDMI function, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the audio
component.

b

• After you have completed the connection, make
the appropriate settings in Quick Setup (page 12).
If your audio component has an MPEG audio
decoder function, set “MPEG” to “MPEG” in
“AUDIO SETUP” (page 24). Otherwise, no
sound or a loud noise will come from your
speakers.

• When you connect the player to an audio
component using an HDMI cord, you will need to
do one of the following:
– Connect the audio component to the TV with

the HDMI cord.

– Connect the player to the TV with a video cord

other than HDMI cord (component video cord
or audio/video cord).

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

* The yellow plug is used for video signals

(page 8).

TV, projector, or

A

audio component

INPUT

AUDIO VIDEO

R

USB media
player

to DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL) or HDMI OUT

HDMI IN

L

Audio/video
cable (supplied)

(red)

HDMI cord
(not supplied)

Audio component
with a decoder

(white) (yellow)*

Coaxial
digital cord
(not supplied)

or

to coaxial/
HDMI digital
input

to LINE OUT
(L-AUDIO-R)

(yellow)*(white)(red)

DIGITAL IN

(COAXIAL)

B

10

: Signal flow

z

For correct speaker location, see the operating
instructions supplied with the connected
components.

Step 3: Connecting the

Step 4: Preparing the

AC Adaptor

Connect the supplied AC adaptor to the DC
IN 6V jack of the player.

DC IN 6V

DC plug

Connect the AC
adaptor to mains

b

Stop playback before disconnecting the mains lead.
Failure to do so may cause a malfunction.

Remote

Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching
the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the
markings inside the compartment. When
using the remote, point it at the remote sensor

on the player.

b

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote
casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct light
from the sun or a lighting apparatus. Doing so
may cause a malfunction.

• If you do not use the remote for an extended
period of time, remove the batteries to avoid
possible damage from battery leakage and
corrosion.

Controlling TVs with the remote

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

Hookups and Settings

Available buttons

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

Buttons Operations

TV [/1 Turn the TV on or off

VOL (volume)
+/–

TV INPUT
(input select)

Adjust the volume of the
TV

Switch the TV’s input
source between the TV and
other input sources

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To control other TVs with the remote

You can control the volume, input source, and
power switch of non-Sony TVs as well.
If your TV is listed in the table below, set the
appropriate manufacturer’s code.

b

When you replace the batteries of the remote, the
code number may be reset to the default setting. Set
the appropriate code number again.

1 While holding down TV [/1, press the

number buttons to select your TV’s
manufacturer’s code.

2 Release TV [/1.

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)

Hitachi 24

LG/Goldstar 76

Panasonic 17, 49

Philips 06, 08, 72

RCA 77

Samsung 71

Sharp 29

Toshiba 38

Step 5: Quick Setup

Follow the steps below to make the minimum
number of basic adjustments for using the
player.
To skip an adjustment, press >. To return
to the previous adjustment, press ..

1 Turn on the TV, then press [/1.
2 Switch the input selector on your

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

“Press [ENTER] to run QUICK SETUP”
appears at the bottom of the screen. If this
message does not appear, select
“QUICK” under “SETUP” in the Control
Menu to run Quick Setup (page 18).

3 Press ENTER without connecting a

USB device.

The Language Setup Display appears.

4 Press X/x to select a language.

The player displays the menu and
subtitles in the selected language.

5 Press ENTER.

The Screen Setup Display appears.

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6 Press X/x to select the setting that

matches your TV type.

Select “16:9” or “4:3 LETTER BOX”
(page 21).

7 Press ENTER.

The Setup Display for selecting the type
of jack used to connect your audio
component appears.

8 Press X/x to select the type of jack

(if any) you are using to connect to
an audio component, then press
ENTER.

Select “NO” if you do not connect an
audio component, then go to step 10.
Select “YES: LINE OUTPUT L/R
(AUDIO)” if you connect an audio
component using an audio cable, then go
to step 10.
Select “YES: DIGITAL OUTPUT” if
you connect an audio component using a
digital coaxial cable/HDMI cord.

9 Press X/x to select the type of

Dolby Digital signal to your audio
component.

If your audio component has a Dolby
Digital decoder, select “DOLBY
DIGITAL.” Otherwise, select “D-PCM.”

10Press ENTER.

Quick Setup is finished and connections
are complete.
If your audio component has an MPEG
audio decoder, set “MPEG” to “MPEG”
in “AUDIO SETUP” (page 24).

Hookups and Settings

b

When “PhotoTV HD” mode is activated (page 16),
the selection for “TV TYPE” is skipped.

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The list of albums appears.

Playback

Playing Files

Before connecting a USB device to the
player, check the USB devices and file types
playable on the player.
Refer to “Playable USB Devices”
(supplement) and also the operating
instructions supplied with the USB device.
For details on playable files, see “Notes
About Video, Photo, or Music files” (page

28).

1 Switch the input selector on your

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

2 Connect a USB device to the USB

jack.

MUSICPHOTOVIDEO

USB device

Depending on the device, an album list
may appear on the TV screen.

3 Press MEDIA SELECT repeatedly

to select “VIDEO,” “PHOTO
(MUSIC),” “PHOTO (BGM),” or
“MUSIC,” then press ENTER.

VIDEO

PHOTO(MUSIC)

PHOTO(BGM)

MUSIC

4 Press X/x to select an album.
5 Press N.

Playback starts from the selected album.
Adjust the volume on the TV or the audio
component.
To select a specific video or music file,
press ENTER and press X/x to select a
track or file, and then press ENTER.
To select a specific photo file, see
“Selecting a photo file” (page 15).

To stop playback

Press x.

To pause playback

Press X.

To go to the next or previous page

Press c or C.

To return to the previous display

Press RETURN.

To go to the next or previous music/video
file

Press > or . during playback.
Note that you cannot return to the previous
album by using ., and that you need to
select the previous album from the album list.

To remove the USB device

Stop playback and disconnect the USB device
from the USB jack.

z

• By setting “MEDIA” to “PHOTO (MUSIC),” you
can view a slideshow with sound when the music
and photo files are placed in the same album.

• Depending on the contents, the pl ayer will play all
files regardless of the “MEDIA” settings.

• You can have the player turn off automatically
whenever you leave it in stop mode for more than
30 minutes. To turn this function on or off, set
“AUTO POWER OFF” in “CUSTOM SETUP”
to “ON” or “OFF” (page 23).

b

• Take the precaution of backing up important files
on the USB device before connecting it to the
player.

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• Do not forcibly connect the US B device and make
sure the plug is oriented correctly.

• Do not connect the player and the USB device
through a USB hub.

• Make sure no virus-infected files are contained on
a USB device before use.

• This player supports USB Mass Storage Class
only.

• This player supports USB devices of FAT12,
FAT16, or FAT32 format only.

• Some USB devices may not work with this player.

• For some device, LUN (Logical Unit Number)
may appear. To change the LUN or original
storage, press when the list of albums or
tracks is displayed.

• If the number of viewing times is preset, you can
play DivX video files as many times as the preset
number. The following occurrences are counted:
– when another file is played.
– when the player is turned off. This includes

when the player is automatically turned off by
the Auto Power Off function. Press X instead of
x to stop viewing.

– when the USB device is removed.
– when the “MEDIA” settings are changed.

To play music with lyrics

Press SUBTITLE while playing music files
that contain unsynchronized lyric
information. To display the next/previous
line, press X/x.

Selecting a photo file

1 Press FILE LIST.

The list of albums appears.

2 Press X/x to select an album, then

press PICTURE NAVI.

The image files in the album appear in 16
subscreens. A scroll box is displayed on
the right.

1234

5678

9101112

13 14 15 16

To display additional images, select a
bottom image and press x. To return to a
previous image, select a top image and
press X.

3 Press C/X/x/c to select the image you

want to view, and press ENTER.

The selected image appears.

Playback

z

Set “MEDIA” to “MUSIC” to enable lyrics
function.

b

The player supports MP3 ID3 Lyrics only.

One-Touch Play (for HDMI connections
only)

With one touch of the N button on the
remote, the player and your TV automatically
turn on and the TV’s input is switched to the
player. Playback starts automatically.
The TV’s input will also switch to the player
automatically in the following cases:
–You press the N, FILE LIST or DISPLAY

button on the remote.
Note that these buttons are not effective
when you play music files in “MUSIC”
mode.

To go to the next or previous photo file

Press C or c during playback.
Note that you cannot return to the previous
album by using C. Select the previous album
from the album list.

To rotate a photo image

Press X/x while viewing the image. Each
time you press X, the image rotates
counterclockwise by 90 degrees.
To return to normal view, press CLEAR.
Note that the view also returns to normal if
you press C/c to go to the next or previous
image.

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To display photo information

Press SUBTITLE while viewing photo files.
The detailed information for the selected
photo file appears.

is displayed when the picture was taken

using flash.

is displayed when the image is
automatically rotated.
To hide the information, press SUBTITLE.
Note that the above information may not
appear depending on the digital camera.

To stop viewing the photo

Press x.

b

PICTURE NAVI does not work if “MUSIC” or
“VIDEO” is selected in “MEDIA” (page 14).

Viewing a high quality slide show (PhotoTV HD)

If you have a Sony TV that is compatible with
“PhotoTV HD,” you can enjoy the best
quality images by the following connection
and setting.

1 Connect the player to the TV using an

HDMI cord (not supplied).

2 Set the TV’s video setting to “Video-A”

mode.

For details about “Video-A,” refer to the
operating instructions supplied with the
TV.

3 Set “JPEG RESOLUTION” to “PhotoTV

HD” in “HDMI SETUP” (page 25).

On “PhotoTV HD”

“PhotoTV HD” allows for highly-detailed
pictures, and photo-like expression of subtle
textures and colours. By connecting Sony
“PhotoTV HD” compatible devices using an
HDMI cord, a whole new world of photos can
be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality.
For instance, the delicate texture of human
skin, flowers, sand, and waves can now be
displayed on a large screen in beautiful photo­like quality.

b

• By connecting to a Sony “PhotoTV HD”
compatible device using an HDMI cord, the TV
will set the optimal image quality for viewing still
pictures automatically. For more details, refer to
the operating instructions supplied with the TV.

• “PhotoTV HD” is activated when “JPEG
RESOLUTION” is set to “PhotoTV HD,” photo
playback is available, and the player is connected
to a TV by an HDMI cord.

• You cannot select “CUSTOM PICTURE MODE”
or “SHARPNESS” when “PhotoTV HD” mode is
activated.

• When “PhotoTV HD” mode is activated, the
player changes the video signal output setting in
“HDMI RESOLUTION” to “1920×1080i,” “TV
TYPE” to “16:9,” and “YC

BCR” automatically, although the current

“YC
settings are kept.

• You cannot select “HDMI RESOLUTION” or

BCR/RGB (HDMI)” in “HDMI SETUP”

“YC
(page 25), or “TV TYPE” in “SCREEN SETUP”
(page 21) when “PhotoTV HD” mode is
activated.

• If you set “PhotoTV HD” mode, the effect,
rotation and zoom functions are not available.

• When “PhotoTV HD” mode is activated, the
selection for “TV TYPE” is skipped during Quick
Setup (page 12).

BCR/RGB (HDMI)” to

Setting the pace for a

slide show (INTERVAL)

You can set the time the slides are displayed.

1 After selecting (INTERVAL) on

the Control Menu (page 17), press X/
x to select a setting.

The default setting is underlined.

• NORMAL: sets to standard duration

• FAST: sets a duration shorter than
NORMAL

• SLOW 1: sets a duration longer than
NORMAL

• SLOW 2: sets a duration longer than
SLOW 1

2 Press ENTER.

b

Duration of interval depends on the “JPEG
RESOLUTION” setting in “HDMI SETUP”
(page 25).

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Selecting the slides’

appearance (EFFECT)

You can select the way the slides are
displayed during a slide show.

1 After selecting (EFFECT) on

the Control Menu (page 17), press X/
x to select a setting.

The default setting is underlined.

• MODE 1

: the images randomly cycle

through the effects

• MODE 2: the next image sweeps in
from top left to bottom right

• MODE 3: the image sweeps in from top
to bottom

• MODE 4: the image sweeps in from left
to right

• MODE 5: the image stretches out from
the centre of the screen

• OFF: turns off this function

2 Press ENTER.

b

• Note that this setting does not work if the JPEG
file has rotation information.

• Depending on the “JPEG RESOLUTION” setting
(page 25), some effect may not function.

Control Menu display

Use the Control Menu to select a function and
to view related information. Press DISPLAY
repeatedly to turn on or change the Control
Menu display as follows:

(

1
1 ( 4

OFF
OFF
USB
ALBUM
FILE

REPEAT

)

15

)

0 : 00 : 02

ENTER DISPLAY

Quit:

USB

A Control Menu items
B Currently playing album number/Total

number of albums

C Currently playing file number/Total

number of files

D Playing time*
E Selected media type
F Playback status
G Selected item icon/menu options
H Operation message
I Function name of selected Control

Menu item

* Displays the date of photo files.

Playback

Control Menu display 1

,

m

Control Menu display 2 (Except when
“MEDIA” is set to “MUSIC”)

m

Control Menu display off

Control Menu display 1 and 2 will show
different items depending on the media type.

Example: Control Menu display 1 when
playing a video file.
Press X/x to select the Control Menu item,
then press ENTER.
For details about the item, see “List of
Control Menu items” (page 18).

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List of Control Menu items

Item Item Name, Function

ALBUM

Selects the album that contains the
video file to be played.

FILE

Selects the video file to be played.

ALBUM

Selects the album that contains
music or photo files to be played.

FILE

Selects the photo file to be played.

TRACK

Selects the track to be played.

To search for an album, file or track

1 Select “ALBUM,” “FILE,” or

“TRACK” from the Control Menu.

2 Press X/x to select the search method.

“** (**)” is selected (** refers to a
number).

3 Press ENTER.

“** (**)” changes to “-- (**).”

4 Press the number buttons to select the

number you want to search.

5 Press ENTER.

TIME/TEXT

Checks the elapsed time.
Input the time code for picture and
music searching (DivX video files
only).

1 Press ENTER.
2 Input the time code using the

number buttons, then press
ENTER.

For example, to find a scene at 2
hours, 10 minutes, and 20
seconds after the b eginning, just
enter “2:10:20.”

DATE

Displays the date the picture was
taken by a digital camera.

MEDIA

Selects a media type to be played.
VIDEO: plays video files.
PHOTO (MUSIC): plays photo and
music files as a slide show.
PHOTO (BGM): plays photo files
with the player’s internal
background sound. To choose the
melody of the background sound,
press AUDIO repeatedly while
viewing the image.
MUSIC: plays music files.

b

• For details on playable files, see
“Notes About Video, Photo, or
Music files” (page 28).

• Depending on the contents, the
player will play all files regardless of
the “MEDIA” settings.

REPEAT

Selects the item to be repeated when
pressed repeatedly.
USB: repeats all albums.
TRACK: repeats the current music
track.
FILE: repeats the current video file.
ALBUM: repeats the current album.
To return to normal play, press
CLEAR or select “OFF.”

SETUP (page 12, 21)
QUICK:
Use Quick Setup to choose the
desired language of the on-screen
display, the aspect ratio of the TV
and the audio output signal.

CUSTOM:
In addition to the Quick Setup
setting, you can adjust various other
settings.

RESET:
Returns the settings in “SETUP” to
the default setting.

ZOOM

Magnifies the image up to four times
the original size, and scroll using C/
X/x/c.
To return to normal view, press
CLEAR.
This function is available for all
pictures except a background image.

INTERVAL (page 16)
Specifies the duration the slides are
displayed.

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EFFECT (page 17)
Selects the effects to be used for
changing slides during a slide show.

CUSTOM PICTURE MODE
(page 19)
Selects the picture quality that best
suits the programme you are
watching.

SHARPNESS (page 20)
Exaggerates the outline of the image
to produce a sharper picture.

AV SYNC (page 20)
Adjusts the delay between the
picture and sound.

z

The Control Menu icon indicator lights up in green

except “OFF” (“REPEAT,” “SHARPNESS,”
“ZOOM” only). The “CUSTOM PICTURE
MODE” indicator lights up in green when any
setting other than “STANDARD” is selected. The
“AV SYNC” indicator lights up in green when set
to more than 0 ms.

t

when you select any item

Customizing the Playback Configuration

Adjusting the playback

picture

You can adjust the video signal from the
player to obtain the picture quality you want.

(CUSTOM PICTURE MODE)

1 After selecting (CUSTOM

PICTURE MODE) on the Control Menu
(page 17), press X/x to select the
setting you want.

The default setting is underlined.

• STANDARD:
picture

• DYNAMIC 1: produces a bold
dynamic picture by increasing the
picture contrast and the colour intensity

• DYNAMIC 2: produces a more
dynamic picture than DYNAMIC 1 by
further increasing the picture contrast
and colour intensity

• CINEMA 1: enhances details in dark
areas by increasing the black level

• CINEMA 2: white colours become
brighter and black colours become
richer, and colour contrast is increased

•MEMORYt: adjusts the picture in
greater detail

PICTURE Changes the contrast.

BRIGHTNESS Changes the overall

COLOR Makes colours deeper

HUE Changes the colour

displays a standard

brightness.

or lighter.

balance.

Playback

2 Press ENTER.

The selected setting takes effect.

z

When you watch a movie, “CINEMA 1” or
“CINEMA 2” is recommended.

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b

• This function does not work when “ PhotoTV HD”
mode is activated (page 16).

• This function does not work if your TV supports
Theatre mode and it is set to “On.” For more
details, refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the TV.

Sharpening the picture

(SHARPNESS)

You can enhance the outlines of images to
produce a sharper picture.

1 After selecting (SHARPNESS)

on the Control Menu (page 17), press
X/x to select a level.

The default setting is underlined.

•OFF

: cancels this option

• 1: enhances the outline

• 2: enhances the outline more than 1

2 Press ENTER.

The selected setting takes effect.

b

• This function does not work when “ PhotoTV HD”
mode is activated (page 16).

• This function does not work if your TV supports
Theatre mode and it is set to “On.” For more
details, refer to the operating instructions supplied
with the TV.

2 Press c repeatedly to adjust the

delay.

Each time you press C/c, the delay is
adjusted by 10 milliseconds.

3 Press ENTER.

The selected setting takes effect.

To reset the “AV SYNC” setting

Press CLEAR in step 2.

b

• This function is not effective if you use the
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack, and set
“DOLBY DIGITAL” or “MPEG” in “AUDIO
SETUP” to “DOLBY DIGITAL” or “MPEG”
respectively (page 24).

• This function is not effective if you connect a
Dolby Digital-compliant device via the HDMI
OUT jack, and set “DOLBY DIGITAL” or
“MPEG” in “AUDIO SETUP” to “DOLBY
DIGITAL” or “MPEG” respectively (page 24).

• This function works for video files only.

Adjusting the delay

between the picture and sound

(AV SYNC)

If the sound does not match the pictures, you
can adjust the delay between the picture and
sound.

1 After selecting (AV SYNC) on

the Control Menu (page 17), press c
to select “SET t,” then press ENTER.

The “AV SYNC” adjustment bar
appears.

AV SYNC 0ms

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Settings and Adjustments

Using the Setup Display

You can make various adjustments to items,
such as picture and sound.
For details on each Setup Display item, see
pages 21 to 26.

b

Playback settings stored in a file take priority over
the Setup Display settings, and not all of the
functions described may work.

1 Press DISPLAY when the player is

in stop mode.

The Control Menu appears.

2 Press X/x to select

(SETUP), then press ENTER.

The options for “SETUP” appear.

• QUICK: makes the basic adjustments
(page 12)

• CUSTOM: makes various adjustments

• RESET: resets all the settings explained
on pages 21 to 26

LANGUAGE SETUP

You can set various languages for the on­screen display.

◆ OSD (On-Screen Display)

Switches the display language on the screen.

SCREEN SETUP

Choose settings according to the TV to be
connected.
The default settings are underlined.

◆ TV TYPE

Selects the aspect ratio of the connected TV
(4:3 standard or wide).
You cannot select this when “PhotoTV HD”
mode is activated (page 16).

16:9 Select this when connecting to a

4:3
LETTER
BOX

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

Select this when connecting to a
4:3 screen TV. Displays a wide
picture with bands on the upper
and lower portions of the
screen.

Settings and Adjustments

3 Press X/x to select “CUSTOM,”

then press ENTER.

The Setup Display appears.
Select the setup category and adjust each
item following the instructions on pages
21 to 26.

◆ SCREEN SAVER

The screen saver image appears when the
player remains in pause or stop mode for 15
minutes, or when you play music files for
more than 15 minutes. The screen saver will
help prevent your display device from
becoming damaged (ghosting). Press N to
turn off the screen saver.

ON

OFF Turns off the screen saver.

Turns on the screen saver.

◆ BACKGROUND

Selects the background colour or picture on
the TV screen when the player is in stop mode
or while playing music files.

GRAPHICS

BLUE The background colour is blue.

BLACK The background colour is

A preset picture stored in the
player appears.

black.

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◆ PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT

ONLY)

If your TV accepts progressive (525p/625p)
format signals, set “PROGRESSIVE
(COMPONENT OUT ONLY)” to “ON.”
Note that you must connect to a progressive
format TV using the COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks (page 8).

OFF To output normal (interlace)

signals.

ON To output progressive signals.

To output progressive signals

1 Select “PROGRESSIVE

(COMPONENT OUT ONLY),” and
press ENTER.

2 Select “ON,” and press ENTER.

The display asks for confirmation.

3 Select “Start,” and press ENTER.

The video switches to a progressive
signal for 5 seconds.

4 If the picture appears normal, select

“YES,” and press ENTER.
If not, select “NO,” and press ENTER.

To reset the setting

If the picture does not appear normal or goes
blank, press [/1 to turn off the player, and
enter “369” using the number buttons on the
remote, then press [/1 to turn on the player
again.

◆ MODE (PROGRESSIVE)

In order for these images to appear natural on
your screen when output in progressive
mode, the progressive video signal needs to
be converted to match the type of software
that you are watching.
This setting is effective only when you set
“PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT
ONLY)” in “SCREEN SETUP” to “ON.”

◆ 4:3 OUTPUT

This setting is effective only when you set
“TV TYPE” in “SCREEN SETUP” to
“16:9.” Adjust this to watch 4:3 aspect ratio.
If you can chan ge the aspect ratio on your TV,
change the setting on your TV, not the player.

FULL Select this when you can

change the aspect ratio on your
TV.

NORMAL Select this if you cannot change

the aspect ratio on your TV.
Shows a 16:9 aspect ratio signal
with black bands on the left and
right of the image.

AUTO

VIDEO Fixes the conversion mode to

Automatically detects the
software type (film-based or
video-based) and selects the
appropriate conversion mode.
Normally, select this position.

the mode for video-based
software.

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CUSTOM SETUP

AUDIO SETUP

Use this to set up playback related and other
settings.
The default settings are underlined.

◆ AUTO POWER OFF

Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or
off.

ON The player enters standby mode

OFF Switches this function off.

when left in stop mode for more
than 30 minutes.

◆ AUTO PLAY

Switches the Auto Play setting on or off. This
function is useful when the player is
connected to a timer (not supplied).

OFF

ON Automatically starts playback

Switches this function off.

when the player is turned on by
a timer (not supplied).

◆ PAUSE MODE

Selects the picture in pause mode.

AUTO

FRAME The picture, including subjects

The picture, including subjects
that move dynamically, is
output with no jitter. Normally,
select this position.

that do not move dynamically,
is output in high resolution.

◆ DivX

Displays the registration code for this player.
For more information, go to
http://www.divx.com/vod
on the Internet.

You can set the sound according to the
playback and connection conditions.
The default settings are underlined.

◆ AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control)

Makes the sound clear when the volume is
turned down when playing a video file that
conforms to “AUDIO DRC.”
This function affects the output from the
following jacks:
– LINE OUT (L-AUDIO-R) jacks.
– DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT

jack only when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set
to “D-PCM” (page 24).

STANDARD Normally, select this position.

TV MODE Makes low sounds clear even if

WIDE
RANGE

you turn the volume down.

Gives you the feeling of being
at a live performance.

◆ DOWNMIX

Switches the method for mixing down to 2
channels when you play a video file which
has rear sound elements (channels) or is
recorded in Dolby Digital format. This
function affects the output of the following
jacks:
– LINE OUT (L-AUDIO-R) jacks.
– DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT

jack when “DOLBY DIGITAL” is set to
“D-PCM” (page 24).

DOLBY
SUR­ROUND

NORMAL Multi-channel audio signals are

Normally, select this position.
Multi-channel audio signals are
output to 2 channels for enjoying
surround sounds.

downmixed to 2 channels for use
with your stereo.

Settings and Adjustments

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23

◆ DIGITAL OUT

Selects if audio signals are output via the
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT
jack.

ON Normally, select this position.

OFF The influence of the digital

When you select “ON,” see
“Setting th e digital output s ignal”
for further settings.

circuit upon the analogue circuit
is minimal.

Setting the digital output signal

Switches the method of outputting audio
signals when you connect a component such
as an audio component or MD deck with a
digital input jack.
For connection details, see page 10.
Select “DOLBY DIGITAL,” “MPEG,” and
“48kHz/96kHz PCM” after setting
“DIGITAL OUT” to “ON.”
If you connect a component that is
incompatible with the selected audio signal, a
loud noise (or no sound) may be heard from
the speakers, risking damage to your ears or
speakers.

◆ DOLBY DIGITAL

Selects the type of Dolby Digital signal.

DOLBY
DIGITAL

D-PCM Select this when the player is

Select this when the player is
connected to an audio
component with a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.

connected to an audio
component without a built-in
Dolby Digital deco der. You can
select whether the signals
conform to Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) or not by making
adjustments to the
“DOWNMIX” item in
“AUDIO SETUP” (page 23).

◆ MPEG

Selects the type of MPEG audio signal.

PCM Select this when the player is

MPEG Select this when the player is

connected to an audio
component without a built-in
MPEG decoder. If you play
multi-channel MPEG audio
sound tracks, only the Front (L)
and Front (R) signals will be
output from your two front
speakers.

connected to an audio
component with a built-in
MPEG decoder.

◆ 48kHz/96kHz PCM

Selects the sampling frequency of the audio
signal.

48kHz/16bit

96kHz/24bit All types of signals including

b

• The analogue audio signals from the LINE OUT
(L-AUDIO-R) jacks are not affected by the
“48kHz/96kHz PCM” setting and keep their
original sampling frequency level.

• If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment
not compatible with Dolby Digital, MPEG audio
or 96 kHz/24 bit signals, D-PCM, PCM or
48 kHz/16 bit PCM will be output respectively,
regardless of the settings.

The audio signals of video files
are always converted to 48 kHz/
16 bit.

96 kHz/24 bit are output in their
original format. However, if the
signal is encrypted for
copyright protection purposes,
the signal is only output as
48 kHz/16 bit.

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HDMI SETUP

You can adjust items related to the HDMI
connection.
The default settings are underlined.

◆ HDMI RESOLUTION

Selects the type of video signals output from
the HDMI OUT jack. When you select
“AUTO (1920×1080p)” (default), the player
outputs video signals of the highest resolution
acceptable for your TV. If the picture is not
clear, natural or to your satisfaction, try
another option that suits the files and your
TV/projector, etc. For details, refer also to the
instruction manual supplied with the TV/
projector, etc.
You cannot select this when “PhotoTV HD”
mode is activated (page 16).

AUTO
(1920×1080p)

1920×1080i

1280×720p

720×480/
576p

To reset the setting

If the picture does not appear normal or goes
blank, press [/1 to turn off the player, and
enter “369” using the number buttons on the
remote, then press [/1 to turn on the player
again.

b

In the case of “AUTO (1920×1080p),” the player
automatically adjusts the video signals to suit the
TV.
In other cases, the player directly sends the signal
even if TV cannot accept.

◆ JPEG RESOLUTION

Selects the type of JPEG resolution so that
you can enjoy high picture quality via your
HDMI connection.
You cannot select this when “HDMI
RESOLUTION” is set to “720×480/576p,” or
“TV TYPE” is set to “4:3 LETTER BOX.”

Normally, select this.

Sends 1920×1080i video
signals.

Sends 1280×720p video
signals.

Sends 720×480/576p video
signals.

PhotoTV HD

SD

HD

HD

(1920×1080i)
HD

(1920×1080i) HDDisplays a high definition

b

• “(1920×1080i) HD ” and “(1920×1080i) HD”
are effective only when you set “HDMI
RESOLUTION” to “1920×1080i” and “TV
TYPE” to “16:9.”

• If you set to “PhotoTV HD,” “(1920×1080i) HD

” or “(1920×1080i) HD,” effect, rotation and

the zoom function are not available.

• If you want to use effect, rotation, or the zoom
function, set to “SD ,” “HD ,” or “HD.”

• If you set to “PhotoTV HD,” “(1920×1080i) HD

” or “(1920×1080i) HD,” the next image

appears after black mute.

• HDMI signal will stop momentarily during
loading or unloading of a USB device.

• When you set to “PhotoTV HD,” the player
changes the video signal output setting in “HDMI
RESOLUTION” to “1920×1080i,” “TV TYPE”
to “16:9,” and “YC

BCR” automatically, although the current

“YC
settings are kept.

• Set to “SD ” when you want to view photo files
via the analogue video outputs with the HDMI
connection.

Displays a extra highly-detai led
picture when connecting to a
Sony “PhotoTV HD”­compatible device.

Displays a standard definition
picture with a black frame.

Displays a high definition
picture with a black frame.

Displays a high definition
picture without a black frame.

Displays a high definition
picture with a black frame at
1920×1080 pixels.

picture without a black frame at
1920×1080 pixels.

BCR/RGB (HDMI)” to

◆ YCBCR/RGB (HDMI)

Selects the type of HDMI signal output from
HDMI OUT jack.
You cannot select this when “PhotoTV HD”
mode is activated (page 16).

BCR Outputs YCBCR signals.

YC

RGB Outputs RGB signals.

b

• If the playback picture becomes distorted, set to
“RGB.”

Settings and Adjustments

,continued

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• If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment
with a DVI jack, “RGB” signals will be
automatically output even if you select “YC

BCR.”

◆ AUDIO (HDMI)

Selects the type of audio signal output from
the HDMI OUT jack.

AUTO Normally, select this. Outputs

PCM Converts Dolby Digital,

b

A loud noise (or no sound) will be output if you
connect the player to a TV that is not compatible
with DOLBY DIGITAL/MPEG signals and
“AUTO” is selected. In this case, select “PCM.”

audio signals according to the
“DIGITAL OUT” settings
(page 24).

MPEG, or 96 kHz/24 bit PCM
signals to 48 kHz/16 bit PCM.

◆ CONTROL FOR HDMI

Switches the Control For HDMI setting on or
off.

ON

OFF Switches this function off.

Allows you to use the
CONTROL FOR HDMI
features (page 9).

◆ LANGUAGE FOLLOW

Switches the languages of this player to that
of the current TV OSD language.
You cannot select this when “CONTROL
FOR HDMI” is set to “OFF.”

ON

OFF Switches this function off.

b

• Turn off any display before using this function.

• The OSD language for the player is maintained if
the TV’s language cannot be supported.

Switches this function on.

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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 mains lead is connected

securely.

Operation

The remote does not function.

, The batteries in the remote are weak.
, The remote is not pointed at the remote

sensor on the player.

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

, The USB device is not securely connected

to the player (page 14).

, The USB device or a cable is damaged.
, Compatibility with all encoding/writing

softwares, recording devices, and recording
media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible
USB device may produce noise or
interrupted audio or may not play at all.

, This player supports FAT32 format, not

NTFS.

Additional Information

Picture and sound

There is no picture and no sound.

, Re-connect the connecting cable securely.
, The connecting cables are damaged.
, Check the connection to your TV (page 8)

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

, If the colour system of your player does not

match that of your TV (NTSC or PAL),
change the colour system of the player.
First turn off the player by pressing [/1.
Next press DISPLAY, enter “0” using the
number button, and then press [/1.

, Press [/1 to turn off the player, and enter

“369” using the number buttons on the
remote, then press [/1 to turn on the player
again (page 25).

There is no picture/picture noise appears
when connected to the HDMI OUT jack.

, Try the following: 1Turn the player off

and on again. 2Turn the connected
equipment off and on again. 3Disconnect
and then connect the HDMI cord again.

The album/track/file names are not
displayed correctly.

, The player can only display numbers and

alphabet. Other characters are displayed as
“*”.

“Data error” appears.

, The video, photo, and music files you want

to play is broken.

The player does not operate properly.

, When static electricity, etc., causes the

player to operate abnormally, unplug the
player.

The CONTROL FOR HDMI function does
not work.

, Make sure that the TV’s input is switched to

the USB media player so that the signal
from the player appears on the TV screen,
and “CONTROL FOR HDMI” is set to
“ON” (page 26).

‘BRAVIA Sync’ display does not appear.

, Please return to the one screen mode if your

TV is in two screen mode. Then, try again.

5 numbers or letters are displayed.

, The self-diagnosis function was activated.

(See the table on page 28.)

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Self-diagnosis function (when
letters/numbers appear on the
screen)

When the self-diagnosis function is activated
to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a
five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50)
with a combination of a letter and four digits
appears on the screen. In this case, check the
following table.

First three
characters of
the service
number

C 31 The USB device is not

Cause and/or corrective
action

connected correctly.
,Re-connect the USB

device correctly.

Notes About Video, Photo, or Music files

The player can play the following files:

File Type File format Extension

Video

Photo JPEG

Music MP3 “.mp3”

*1In some cases certain file formats are not

supported on this player.

2

The player can play video files of size up to 720

*

(width) × 576 (height)/2 GB.

3

Only support movie data of cyber shot.

*

4

Files with copyright protection (Digital Right

*

Management) cannot be played.

5

Photo files that conform to the DCF (Design

*

rule for Camera File system) image file format.

*1*2

DivX

MPEG-1

MPEG-2

*1*2

(PS)

MPEG-4
(simple

*1*2*4

profile)

*5

*4

WMA

*4

AAC

LPCM/WAVE “.wav”

*1*2*3

“.avi” or
“.divx”

“.mpg” or
“.mpeg”

“.mpg” or
“.mpeg”

“.mp4” or
“.m4v”

“.jpeg” or
“.jpg”

“.wma”

“.m4a”

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The player will play any file in the above
table, even if the file format differs. Playing
such data may generate noise that can result
in speaker damage.

z

• If you add numbers (01, 02, 03, etc.) to the front
of the file names, the files will be played in that
order.

• To play a complex hierarchy of folders may take
some time. Create albums with no more than two
hierarchies.

• Set “MEDIA” to “PHOTO (MUSIC)” to repeat
both music and photo files (page 18).

b

• Some video, photo, and music files may not play,
depending on the encoding/recording condition.

• To start playback and proceed to the next or
another album may take some time.

• The player cannot play music files in mp3PRO or
WMA Pro format.

• If the playing time of either music or photo is
longer, the longer one continues without sound or
image.

• To display Progressive photo files or photo files
of 3,000,000 pixels or more may take time and the
duration may seem longer than your selected
setting.

• The player will recognize a maximum of 200
albums, regardless of the selected mode. It can
recognize up to 300 music files and 300 photo
files when “PHOTO (MUSIC)” is selected, 600
music files when “MUSIC” is selected, 600 photo
files when “PHOTO (BGM)” is selected, and 600
video files when “VIDEO” is selected.

• The player may not play a combination of two or
more video files.

• The player may not play certain video files that
are longer than 3 hours.

• Depending on the file, normal playback may not
be possible. The picture may be unclear, playback
may not appear smooth, or the sound may skip,
etc. You are recommended to create a file at a
lower bit rate.

• When playing visual data that is not supported by
MPEG-4 format, only sound will be heard.

Specifications

Outputs

(Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load

impedance)

LINE OUT (AUDIO):

Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms

DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL):

Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms

HDMI OUT:

HDMI 19 pin-Standard Connector

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P

Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p,

B, PR: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms

P

LINE OUT (VIDEO):

Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms

USB:

USB jack Type A, maximum current
500 mA (For connecting USB device)

General

Power requirements:

DC 6 V (AC adaptor)

Power consumption: 8 W
Dimensions (approx.):

145 × 24.5 × 106 mm (width/height/
depth) incl. projecting parts

Mass (approx.):

245 g

Operating temperature: 5 °C to 35 °C
Operating humidity: 25 % to 80 %
AC adaptor: 220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

B, PR):

Additional Information

Supplied accessories

• Audio/video cable (phono plug × 3 y

phono plug × 3) (1)

• Remote commander (remote) (1)

• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

• AC power adaptor (1)

Specifications and design are subject to
change without notice.

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Index

Numerics

16:9

21
4:3 LETTER BOX
4:3 OUTPUT
48kHz/96kHz PCM

5.1 Channel Surround

21

22

24

10

A

ADVANCE
ALBUM
AUDIO DRC
AUDIO SETUP
AUTO PLAY
AUTO POWER OFF
AV SYNC

6

18

23

23

23

23

19, 20

B

BACKGROUND
Batteries
‘BRAVIA Sync’

21

11

9

C

Connecting
Control Menu
CUSTOM
CUSTOM PICTURE MODE

CUSTOM SETUP

8

17

21

19

23

D

DATE

18
DIGITAL OUT
Digital output
Display

Control Menu display

Setup Display
DivX® 23
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOWNMIX

24

24

17

21

24

23

E

EFFECT

17, 19

F

Fast forward
Fast reverse
FILE
Film based software

6

6

18

22

H

HDMI

AUDIO (HDMI)
CONTROL FOR HDMI

26
HDMI RESOLUTION
LANGUAGE FOLLOW

HDMI SETUP

I

ID3 tag

5

INTERVAL

J

JPEG

28

JPEG RESOLUTION

L

LANGUAGE SETUP

M

MEDIA
MEMORY
MODE (PROGRESSIVE)
MP3
MPEG

28

24

N

NTSC

27

O

On-screen display

Control Menu display
Setup Display

OSD

21

P

PAL

27

PAUSE MODE
PhotoTV HD
PICTURE NAVI
PROGRESSIVE

(COMPONENT OUT
ONLY)

Q

QUICK
Quick Setup

R

Remote
REPEAT
REPLAY
RESET

18

18

22

18

5, 11

18

6

16, 18

19

16, 25

12

25

23

26

21

5, 15

25

21

17

25

22

9,

26

S

SCREEN SAVER
SCREEN SETUP
SETUP

18, 21
Setup Display
SHARPNESS
Slow-motion Play
SUBTITLE

21

21

21
19, 20

6

5

T

TIME/TEXT
TRACK
Troubleshooting
TV TYPE

18

18

27

21

U

USB

14

V

Video based software

Z

ZOOM

18

22

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