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What would you like to do with this Player?
Watching high quality movies on Bluray discs
This Player offers full high-denition Blu-ray disc playback.

What to do rst:

Refer to Getting Started (p. 11) to prepare for watching your discs.
BD/DVD/CD Playback (p. 25)
Enjoying different kinds of discs and contents
Use this Player to enjoy certain types of discs, like DVDs and CDs and to enjoy many kind of multimedia contents.

(pp. 1-13)

Explains the important operation information.
About Discs (pp. 7-8) BD/DVD/CD Playback (p. 25)
Simple connection and operation through HDMI
This Player is equipped with an HDMI terminal. You can connect it to the TV using HDMI and no other cable will be needed to enjoy movies. If your TV is compatible with AQUOS LINK, you can control both the TV and this Player with simple operations.

(pp. 14-20)

Shows the connecting options provided by this Player.
Introduction to Connections (p. 14) Video Connections (p. 15)

(pp. 21-33)

Shows simple playback and useful functions.
Experiencing surround sound with your speakers
This Player can output 5.1 ch surround sound to the speakers through an amplier. Enjoy the rich feel of a movie theatre.

(pp. 34-46)

Introduction to Connections (p. 14) Audio Connections (p. 18)
Gives you more options to suit your circumstances.

(pp. 47-52)

Provides troubleshooting tips and more information.

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DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER
Thank you for your purchase of the Sharp Blu-ray Disc Player. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully before using this product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. However, improper use can result in electric shock and/or fire. In order to prevent potential danger, please observe the following instructions when installing, operating and cleaning the product. To ensure your safety and prolong the service life of your Blu-ray Disc Player, please read the following precautions carefully before using the product. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Additional Safety Information 15) Power SourcesThis product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 16) OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 17) Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 18) Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service. 19) Replacement PartsWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 20) Safety CheckUpon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 21) Wall or ceiling mountingWhen mounting the product on a wall or ceiling, be sure to install the product according to the method recommended by the manufacturer. 22) The mains plug is used as disconnect device and shall always remain readily operable. 4

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Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
Stand Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod or table. Placing the product on an unstable base can cause the product to fall, resulting in serious personal injuries as well as damage to the product. Use only a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. When mounting the product on a wall, be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions. Use only the mounting hardware recommended by the manufacturer.
Selecting the location Select a place with no direct sunlight and good ventilation.
Ventilation The vents and other openings in the cabinet are designed for ventilation. Do not cover or block these vents and openings since insufcient ventilation can cause overheating and/or shorten the life of the product. Do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, since they can block ventilation openings. This product is not designed for built-in installation; do not place the product in an enclosed place such as a bookcase or rack, unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions are followed.
Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including ampliers) that produce heat.
Lightning For added protection for this television equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the equipment due to lightning and power-line surges.
To prevent re, never place any type of candle or ames on the top or near the product.
To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose this product to dripping or splashing. No objects lled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the product.

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To prevent re or shock hazard, do not place the AC cord under the product or other heavy items.
Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling. To clean the outer cabinet, periodically wipe it with a soft cloth. Do not use chemicals for cleaning. It may damage the cabinet nish.
A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households) 1. In the European Union
Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please do not use the ordinary dust bin! Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment. Following the implementation by member states, private households within the EU states may return their used electrical and electronic equipment to designated collection facilities free of charge*. In some countries* your local retailer may also take back your old product free of charge if you purchase a similar new one. *) Please contact your local authority for further details. If your used electrical or electronic equipment has batteries or accumulators, please dispose of these separately beforehand according to local requirements. By disposing of this product correctly you will help ensure that the waste undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise arise due to inappropriate waste handling.
2. In other Countries outside the EU
If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal. For Switzerland: Used electrical or electronic equipment can be returned free of charge to the dealer, even if you don't purchase a new product. Further collection facilities are listed on the homepage of www.swico.ch or www.sens.ch.
Attention: Your product is marked with this symbol. It means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. There is a separate collection system for these products.
B. Information on Disposal for Business Users 1. In the European Union

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Discs that Cannot Be Used with This Player
The following discs cannot be played back or will not play back properly on this Player. If such a disc is mistakenly played back, speaker damage may occur. Never attempt to play back these discs. CDG, Video CD, Photo CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT, SVCD, SACD, PD, CDV, CVD, DVD-RAM, DVD-Audio, BD-RE Ver. 1.0, BD-RE DL, CD-MP3, CD-WMA, DIVX Discs with unusual shapes cannot be played.
Discs with unusual shapes (heart-shaped or hexagonal discs, etc.) cannot be used. The use of such discs will cause malfunction.
The following BD video discs cannot be played.
Discs not displaying B or ALL for the region code (discs sold outside the authorized marketing area).*2 Discs produced illegally. Discs recorded for commercial use. *2 The region code for this product is B.
The following DVD video discs cannot be played.
Discs not displaying 2 or ALL for the region code (discs sold outside the authorized marketing area).*3 Discs produced illegally. Discs recorded for commercial use. *3 The region code for this product is 2.
The following BD-RE/R, DVD-RW/R and DVD+RW/R discs cannot be played.
Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be played back.
The following Audio CD discs cannot be played.
Discs containing a signal for the purpose of protecting copyrights (copy control signal) may not be played back with this Player. This Player has been designed on the premise of playing back Audio CDs that comply with CD (Compact Disc) standards.
The following CD-RW/R discs cannot be played.
Discs on which data has not been recorded cannot be played back. Non-nalised discs cannot be played back. Discs recorded in a format other than an Audio CD cannot be played back. Discs may not be played back depending on their recording status or the status of the disc itself. Discs may not be played back depending on their compatibility with this Player.

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About Disc Contents

Title, Chapter and Track
Blu-ray discs and DVDs are divided into Titles and Chapters. If the disc has more than one movie on it, each movie would be a separate Title. Chapters, on the other hand, are subdivisions of titles. (See Example 1.) Audio CDs are divided into Tracks. You can think of a Track as one tune on an Audio CD. (See Example 2.) NOTE This Player supports 2-channel (L/R) audio and 5.1 ch (Multichannel) MPEG Audio 1/2 (only when the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL/COAXIAL jack is used for connection). It does not support 7.1 channel MPEG Audio Ver.2.0. 2

Subtitle languages

This indicates the kind of subtitles.
Example 1: Blu-ray disc or DVD

Screen aspect ratio

Movies are shot in a variety of screen modes.

Title 1

Title 2

Camera angle

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

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

Example 2: Audio CD

Region code

This indicates the region code (playable region code).

Track 1

Track 2

Track 3

Track 4

Track 5

The Icons Used in This Operation Manual
BD VIDEO. Indicates the functions that can be performed
Icons Used on DVD Video Disc Cases
The back of the case of a DVD that is commercially available usually contains various information about the contents of the disc.
1. English 2. Chinese 4 5

1. English 2. Chinese

16:9 LB

123 456

for BD Video discs. Indicates the functions that can be performed for BD-RE discs. BD-R. Indicates the functions that can be performed for BD-R discs. DVD VIDEO. Indicates the functions that can be performed for DVD Video discs. DVD-RW. Indicates the functions that can be performed for DVD-RW discs. DVD-R. Indicates the functions that can be performed for DVD-R discs. AUDIO CD. Indicates the functions that can be performed for Audio CDs.
Audio tracks and audio formats
DVD discs can contain up to 8 separate tracks with a different language on each. The rst in the list is the original track. This section also details the audio format of each soundtrackDolby Digital, DTS etc.

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Introduction to Connections
This Player is equipped with the terminals/jacks listed below. Find the corresponding terminal/jack on your video equipment. Using the supplied cable or commercially available cables, connect the video rst. Then connect the audio.
Video terminals/jacks on this Player

Higher Quality

HDMI OUT terminal

Page 15

2 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks

Page 16

S-VIDEO output jack

Standard Quality

VIDEO output jack

Page 17

Audio terminals/jacks on this Player Digital audio connection

1 HDMI OUT terminal

2 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal or jack

Page 19

Analogue audio connection

1 5.1CH AUDIO OUT jacks

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2CH AUDIO output jacks

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Video Connections

Connecting to the HDMI Terminal
You will enjoy high quality digital picture and sound through the HDMI terminal. When you use AQUOS LINK, make sure to use a certied HDMI cable.
1: Be sure to turn off this Player and the equipment before making any connections. 2: Firmly connect an HDMI cable (commercially available) to the HDMI terminals (1 and 2).

This Player

Caution: HDMI output and Component Video output can not be used at the same time.
When using an HDMI output, 7.1 ch Digital Output is available.
Change the video output to HDMI video out
When you connect both an HDMI cable and a component cable to this player, switch to the output terminals by remote control. (The video output is not output both terminals.)

1 To HDMI OUT terminal

HDMI cable (commercially available)
Turn on the power. Press HDMI button for 5 seconds, and the change of Component Video Out and HDMI Out is possible.
(To switch outputs, it is necessary to keep the button pressed for several seconds.) Also, when the HDMI button is pressed, the current setting conditions will display while ashing (blinking), and then the selected output lamp displays.

To HDMI input terminal

or is displayed alternately on the front panel display.
NOTE When you connect this player to the TV of SHARP with an HDMI cable only and if the TV is on, the video output is changed to HDMI output automatically. The following setting is unnecessary. When you connect to the TV with an HDMI cable only, HDMI video output is set to AUTO. If you dont get the normal image, select the desired resolution. When you are setting HDMI video output besides AUTO, you can only select the resolution that corresponds to the connected TV.

Chapter Number (Direct Chapter Skip)
Shows the chapter number being played back. You can skip to the start of the chapter. To skip to the start of a selected chapter, press the Number buttons to enter the chapter number when this option is highlighted.
Playback Elapsed Time (Direct Time Skip)
Shows the elapsed time from the beginning of the disc to the present. This lets you skip to a specic time. Press c/d to select the Hour, Minute or Second, then press a/b or the Number buttons to set the time. Press ENTER to start playback at the set time. NOTE ENTER button under the Cover: Enters the input number. CLEAR button under the Cover: Clears the input number.

Subtitle Language

Shows the currently selected subtitle language. If subtitles are provided in other languages, you can switch to your preferred language.

Angle Number

Shows the currently selected angle number. If the video is recorded with multiple angles, you can switch the angle.
Shows the currently selected type of audio. You can select the desired type of audio.

Repeat

The current Title (or Chapter) or partial segments can be repeatedly played back. Repeat Playback is also possible with the REPEAT button on the remote control. NOTE These functions may not work with all discs.

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AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS

TV ASPECT RATIO
If you switch your TV (i.e. because you have bought a new one) and the screen aspect ratio of the connected TV changes, you will have to change the TV ASPECT RATIO setting. You can set the screen aspect ratio of the connected TV, and adjust the video output. Select TV ASPECT RATIO from AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS. MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS - TV ASPECT RATIO] MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS] WIDE 16:9: Select this when connecting to a TV ASPECT RATIO AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS TV with a 16:9 screen TV TYPE SPEAKER SETTINGS COMPONENT VIDEO OUT QUICK START aspect ratio. HDMI VIDEO OUT AUTO POWER OFF NORMAL 4:3: Select HDMI AUTO DETECTION AQUOS LINK 16 : 9 4:3 AUDIO OUT PLAYBACK SETTING this when connecting to DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL FRONT DISPLAY / LED a TV with a 4:3 screen VERSION WIDE NORMAL aspect ratio. SOFTWARE UPDATE

SYSTEM RESET

WIDE 16:9 NORMAL 4:3
[AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS - TV ASPECT RATIO]
TV ASPECT RATIO TV TYPE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT HDMI VIDEO OUT HDMI AUTO DETECTION AUDIO OUT DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL LETTER BOX PAN SCAN
<When selecting NORMAL 4:3> LETTER BOX: If you connect to a TV with a screen aspect ratio of 4:3 and playback a DVD with 16:9 video, the video will be played back with black bands at the top and bottom while maintaining the 16:9 ratio. PAN SCAN: If you connect to a TV with a screen aspect ratio of 4:3 and playback a DVD with 16:9 video, the video will be played back with the left and right sides of the image cut off to display in 4:3 screen aspect ratio. (This function works if the disc is labelled for 4:3PS.)

LETTER BOX, PAN SCAN

TV TYPE
You can set the TV type connected to this Player. This Player can display NTSC discs in native NTSC format for display on multisystem TVs. Select AUTO if you have a multi system TV. This Player will convert discs recorded using the NTSC system to the PAL system for display on a PAL TV. Select PAL, if you have a PAL TV.
MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS] MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS - TV TYPE]

AUTO, PAL

TV ASPECT RATIO TV TYPE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT HDMI VIDEO OUT HDMI AUTO DETECTION AUDIO OUT DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL
NOTE: Some disc may not display properly when you play a NTSC disc on a PAL system.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

This sets the resolution of the component video output.
MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS] MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS - COMPONENT VIDEO OUT] AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS SPEAKER SETTINGS QUICK START AUTO POWER OFF AQUOS LINK PLAYBACK SETTING FRONT DISPLAY / LED VERSION SOFTWARE UPDATE SYSTEM RESET
TV ASPECT RATIO TV TYPE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT HDMI VIDEO OUT HDMI AUTO DETECTION AUDIO OUT DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL 1080i 576/480p 720p 576/480i
1080i, 720p, 576/480p, 576/480i
Some TV are not fully compatible with the Blu-ray disc player, which may cause the image distortion. In this case, press COMPONENT RESET on the remote control for ve seconds. Component video out will be reset to 576/480i (factory preset value). Caution: HDMI output and Component output can not be used at the same time.

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HDMI VIDEO OUT

This sets the resolution of the HDMI video output.
MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS] MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS - HDMI VIDEO OUT] AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS SPEAKER SETTINGS QUICK START AUTO POWER OFF AQUOS LINK PLAYBACK SETTING FRONT DISPLAY / LED VERSION SOFTWARE UPDATE SYSTEM RESET
AUTO, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576/480p
AUTO 1080p 720p 1080i 576/480p
Caution: HDMI output and Component output can not be used at the same time.
NOTE When the BD player is connected to a 1080p 24Hz compatible TV and the HDMI VIDEO OUT is set to AUTO, 1080p 24Hz will automatically be displayed when compatible discs are played back.

HDMI AUTO DETECTION

This sets the Player automatically change the video output to HDMI when detecting an HDMI signal.
MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS] MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS - HDMI AUTO DETECTION] AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS SPEAKER SETTINGS QUICK START AUTO POWER OFF AQUOS LINK PLAYBACK SETTING FRONT DISPLAY / LED VERSION SOFTWARE UPDATE SYSTEM RESET

YES, NO

TV ASPECT RATIO TV TYPE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT HDMI VIDEO OUT HDMI AUTO DETECTION AUDIO OUT DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL YES NO

AUDIO OUT

You can set AUDIO OUT when connecting to SURROUND equipment. 1. This sets the audio output connected to SURROUND equipment.

MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS - AUDIO OUT]
HDMI OUTPUT OPTICAL/ COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT 5.1ch AUDIO OUTPUT 2ch AUDIO OUTPUT
HDMI OUTPUT OPTICAL / COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT 5.1 ch AUDIO OUTPUT 2ch AUDIO OUTPUT
Selected item HDMI OUTPUT OPTICAL/COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT 5.1ch AUDIO OUTPUT 2ch AUDIO OUTPUT
Description Select this when you connect using HDMI OUT terminal. Select this when you connect using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (COAXIAL or OPTICAL). Select this when you connect using 5.1CH AUDIO OUT jacks. Select this when you do not use SURROUND equipment.

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2. You can set the audio output mode for each output terminal.
1 This sets the audio output mode for HDMI OUT terminal when selecting HDMI OUTPUT.

AUTO PCM (SURROUND)

Selected item AUTO
Description Select this when connecting to HDMI equipment with a built-in decoder for DOLBY DIGITAL, etc. Setting to AUTO will output in an audio output mode best suited to the connected equipment. Select this when connecting to multi-channel HDMI equipment. Setting to PCM (SURROUND) will output by LINEAR PCM by decoding audio signals recorded in each audio output mode such as DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS.

PCM (SURROUND)

2 This sets the audio output mode for DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL jack / OPTICAL terminal) when selecting OPTICAL/COAXIAL DIGITAL OUTPUT or 2ch AUDIO OUTPUT.

DOLBY DIGITAL DTS

PCM (STEREO) PCM (STEREO)
DOLBY DIGITAL BITSTREM DTS BITSTREM

BITSTREAM PCM (STEREO)

CONFIRM
NOTE MPEG Audio is only output as PCM (STEREO) 48 KHz. Selected item DOLBY DIGITAL DTS PCM (STEREO) BITSTREAM Description Select this when connecting to SURROUND equipment with a built-in decoder for DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS. Setting to BITSTREAM will output each audio signal by BITSTREAM. Select this when connecting to 2 channel stereo audio equipment. Setting to PCM (STEREO) will output by converting each audio signal into PCM 2channel audio signal.

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DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL

This lets you adjust the range between the loudest and softest sounds (dynamic range) for playback at average volume. Use this when it is hard to hear dialog.
MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS] MENU [AUDIO VIDEO SETTINGS - DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL]
TV ASPECT RATIO TV TYPE COMPONENT VIDEO OUT HDMI VIDEO OUT HDMI AUTO DETECTION AUDIO OUT DYNAMIC RANGE CONTROL NORMAL SHIFT
NORMAL, NORMAL*: The same SHIFT audio as the recorded audio is output, so that the volume sounds the same as audio CD. SHIFT: When Dolby Digital audio is played back, the dynamic range of the audio is adjusted so that the dialogue portion can be heard easily. (If the audio sounds abnormal, set to NORMAL.)

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Square noise (mosaic) appears on the screen. Blocks in images may be visible in scenes with rapid movement due to the characteristics of digital image compression technology. Video stops. Has the Player been subjected to shock or impact? Are you using it in an unstable location? The Player will stop if it senses shock or vibration. Left and right channels of audio are reversed, or sound comes out of only one side. Are left and right audio cables connected to the opposite terminal, or is one side disconnected? Disc does not play back automatically. Have you set a disc that has an automatic playback function? The Player heats up during use. When using this Player, the console cabinet may heat up depending on the usage environment. This is not a malfunction. The Player makes a snapping sound when starting playback or loading a disc. The Player may sometimes make a snapping sound when starting playback if you have not operated it for a while or when loading a disc. This is the sound of the Player operating, and is not a malfunction. Cannot operate the Player. Are you operating the Player within the specied operating temperature range? (Page 52)
STANDBY indicator will remain lit. When the AC cord is removed from the outlet, the STANDBY indicator will remain lit for a short period. This is normal and is not a malfunction. NOTE Reset If this Player receives strong interference from a source such as excessive static electricity, strong external noise, malfunction of power supply, or voltage caused by lightning during use or a wrong operation is sent to the Player, errors like the Player not accepting an operation may occur. Press and hold B (POWER) on the Player until appears on the front panel display when the Player does not operate properly even after the power has been turned off. Then, after the a (STANDBY) indicator is lit, turn on the power. When a reset is performed while the power is on, the Player will turn off. Turn the power on again. At this point, it may take a few moments for the system processing to nish before the Player is ready for use. During the system processing, the BD and DVD/CD mode indicators on the front panel display of the Player will blink. Once the system processing has nished, the indicators will nish blinking and then light up normally. You can operate the Player when the BD and DVD/CD mode indicators are lit. Since all settings including the language setting stored in memory are also reset when a reset has been performed, they must be set again. When the problem persists even after performing a reset, unplug the AC cord and plug it in again. If this does not solve the problem, contact the nearest service centre approved by SHARP.

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

Interlace format

Interlace format shows every other line of an image as a single eld and is the standard method for displaying images on television. The even numbered eld shows the even numbered lines of an image, and the odd numbered eld shows the odd numbered lines of an image.

Dolby Digital Plus

A sound system developed as an extension to Dolby Digital, this audio coding technology supports 5.1 multi-channel surround sound.
Letter Box (LB 4:3) (page 34)
A screen size with black bars on the top and bottom of the image to allow viewing of wide-screen (16:9) material on a connected 4:3 TV.

Dolby TrueHD

Dolby TrueHD is a lossless coding technology that supports up to 8 channels of multi-channel surround sound for the next generation optical discs. The reproduced sound is true to the original source bit-for-bit.

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Linear PCM Sound
Resume playback (page 25)
If you stop playback while it is in progress, the Player stores the stop position in memory, and this function lets you playback from that point.

Skip (page 29)

This returns to the start of the chapter (or track) being played, or skips to the next chapter (or track).

MPEG-2

MPEG-2 (Moving Picture Experts Group phase 2) is one of the video data compression schemes, which is adopted for DVD videos and digital broadcasts worldwide. Some Blu-ray Discs also use high bitrate MPEG-2.
Subtitles (pages 30, 32, 33)
These are the lines of text appearing at the bottom of the screen which translate or transcribe the dialogue. They are recorded on many DVD and BD video discs.
Multi Angle (pages 31, 32)
This is a feature of DVD and BD video discs. In some discs, the same scene is shot from different angles, and these are stored in a single disc so you can enjoy playback from each angle. (This function can be enjoyed if the disc is recorded with multiple angles.)

Time number

This indicates the play time which has elapsed from the start of a disc or a title. It can be used to nd a specic scene quickly. (It may not work with some discs.)
Title number (pages 32, 33)
These numbers are recorded on DVD and Blu-ray discs. When a disc contains two or more movies, these movies are numbered as title 1, title 2, etc.

Multi Audio

This is a feature of DVD and BD video discs. This function makes it possible to record different audio tracks for the same video, so you can enhance your enjoyment by switching the audio. (You can enjoy this function with discs recorded with multiple audio tracks.)

Top menu (page 26)

In a BD/DVD video, this is the menu for selecting things like the chapter to be played back and the subtitle language. In some DVD videos, the top menu may be called the Title Menu.
Pan Scan (PS 4:3) (page 34)
A screen size that cuts off the sides of the image to allow viewing of wide-screen (16:9) material on a connected 4:3 TV.

Track number

These numbers are assigned to the tracks which are recorded on audio CDs. They enable specic tracks to be located quickly.
Parental control (page 43)
In some digital broadcasts and BD/DVD video discs, a control level for disc viewing is set depending on the age of the viewer. With this Player, you can set the control level for viewing such broadcasts and discs.

Pop-up menu (page 26)

An enhanced menu operation available on BD video discs. The pop-up menu appears when POP-UP MENU is pressed during playback, and can be operated while playback is in progress.

Progressive format

Compared to the Interlace format that alternately shows every other line of an image (eld) to create one frame, the Progressive format shows the entire image at once as a single frame. This means that while the Interlace format can show 30 frames/60 elds in one second, the Progressive format can show 60 frames in one second. The overall picture quality increases and still images, text, and horizontal lines appear sharper.

Region code (page 7)

Code identifying a geographic region of compatibility for a BD/DVD.
Remote control code (page 22)
This is the type of the remote control signal for operating the Player. There are three types of remote control signals: Remote Control No. 1 (RC-1), Remote Control No. 2 (RC2) and Remote Control No. 3 (RC-3).

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Specications

General

Power supply Power consumption (Normal) Power consumption (Standby) Dimensions Weight Operating temperature Storage temperature Operating humidity TV systems AC 220-240V, 50Hz 28 W 0.6 W (When FRONT DISPLAY/LED is set to ON) Approx. 430 mm g 68 mm g 335 mm (W g H g D) Approx. 4.0 kg 5C to 35C 20C to 55C 10 % to 80 % (no condensation) PAL system, 625 lines, 50 elds NTSC system, 525 lines, 60 elds

Playback

Playable discs BD-ROM, BD-RE (Ver. 2.1 1L), BD-R (Ver. 1.1 1L), DVD Video, DVD-RW/R, DVD+RW/R, Audio CD (CD-DA), CD-RW/R (CD-DA), DVD-R DL

Input/Output

HDMI Component video output HDMI 19-pin standard connector (1080p 24Hz output) Output level: Y: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms) PB/CB, PR/CR: 0.7 Vp-p (75 ohms) Jacks: RCA jack Y-Output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms) C-Output level: 0.3 Vp-p (75 ohms) Jack: 4 pin mini DIN Output level: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms) Jack: RCA-pin jack Output level: 2 V rms (Output impedance: 1K ohms) Jacks: RCA jack Terminal: Square Optical terminal Jack: RCA jack Output level: 2 V rms (Output impedance: 1K ohms) Jacks: RCA jack

S-Video output

Video output 5.1 ch Audio output Digital audio optical output Digital audio coaxial output Audio output
Specications are subject to change without notice.

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