Settings and Adjustments

Using the Settings Displays. 43 Network Update. 44 Video Settings. 45 Audio Settings. 48 BD/DVD Viewing Settings. 51 Photo Settings. 53 System Settings. 53 Network Settings. 55 Easy Setup. 59 Resetting. 60

Additional Information

Troubleshooting. 61 Self-Diagnosis Function. 65 Playable Discs. 66 Video Output Resolution. 68 Audio Output Signals and Player Settings. 69 About Wireless LAN Security. 70 Specifications. 70 Language Code List. 72 Parental Control/Area Code. 72 Terms and Conditions of Use and End User License Agreement. 73 Software License Information. 75 Glossary. 84 Index. 86
Before operating the player, please read Terms and Conditions of Use and End User License Agreement (page 73).

A THEATER (page 16)

Guide to Parts and Controls
For more information, see the pages in parentheses.

Remote

Switches to the optimum video mode for watching movies automatically. When connected with an AV amplifier (receiver) using the HDMI cable, the speaker output also switches automatically. When connected with a Theater Modecompatible TV using the HDMI cable, the TVs video mode switches to Theater Mode.
The THEATER button functions only when connected to a Sony Theater Mode-compatible AV amplifier (receiver) or Sony Theater Mode-compatible TV.
TV INPUT (TV input select) (page 27)
Switches between TV and other input sources.
TV [/1 (on/standby) (page 27)
Turns on the TV, or sets to standby mode.
[/1 (on/standby) (page 28)
Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode.
B Number buttons (page 36, 57)
Enters the title/chapter numbers, etc.
VOL (volume) +/ (page 27)

Adjusts the TV volume.

TIME (page 11)
Displays the elapsed/remaining playback time in the front panel display. Each time you press the button, the display switches between elapsed playback time and remaining playback time.

AUDIO (page 51)

Selects the language track when multilingual tracks are recorded on BDROMs/DVD VIDEOs. Selects the sound track on CDs.

SUBTITLE (page 51)

Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.
Selects the subtitle language when multilingual subtitles are recorded on BDROMs/DVD VIDEOs.
The available functions of the remote differ depending on the disc or the situation.
Switches to other viewing angles when multi-angles are recorded on BD-ROMs/ DVD VIDEOs.
C Color buttons (RED/GREEN/ BLUE/YELLOW)
Short cut keys for selecting items on some BDs menus (can also be used for BDs Java interactive operations).
m/M (fast reverse/fast forward)
Fast reverses/fast forwards the disc when pressed during playback. Each time you press the button, search speed changes as follows*: Playback direction M1 (10) t M2 (30) t M3 (120) Reverse direction n (1) t m1 (10) t m2 (30) t m3 (120) When you press and hold the button, fast forward/fast reverse continues at the selected speed until you release the button.

D Front panel display (page 11) E WLAN indicator
Lights up when Wireless is selected as a connection method in Internet Settings under the Network Settings setup (page 55).
F Remote sensor (page 26) G N (play), x (stop) (page 33)
Starts or stops playback.
H Z (open/close) (page 33)
Opens or closes the disc tray.

USB jack (page 41)

Connect a USB device to this jack.

Front panel display

A N, X
Lights up during playback or pause.
F Network connection indicator
Lights up when accessing the network and downloading the players software. For details on downloading the players software, see page 44.

B HD (page 46)

Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/ 1080p video signals from the HDMI OUT jack or 720p/1080i video signals from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.
The network connection indicator may not light up during the network diagnostic or other operations even when accessing the network.

C HDMI (page 15)

Lights up when an HDMI device is recognized.

D EXT (page 23)

Lights up when the external memory is recognized.

E Playback information

You can check the time information. Press TIME repeatedly during playback. The display changes as follows. When playing a BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO Elapsed time of the current title r Remaining time of the current title When playing a CD Elapsed time of the current track r Remaining time of the current track r Elapsed time of the current disc* r Remaining time of the current disc*
* Except MP3 audio tracks z T (Title or Track), C (Chapter), or D (Disc) may be displayed depending on the disc.

Rear panel

A DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (page 21) B LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks (page 17, 18, 22) C LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (page 18) D DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (page 21) E Ventilation holes
The ventilation fan is inside the player.
F EXT slot (page 23) G AC IN terminal (page 26) H LINE OUT (S VIDEO) jack (page 18) I COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR) jacks (page 17) J HDMI OUT jack (page 15, 20) K LAN (100) terminal (page 24)

Hooking Up the Player

Check that you have the following items. Audio/video cable (phono plug 3) (1) AC power cord (1) Remote commander (remote) (1) Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Follow steps 1 through 8 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player. Do not connect the AC power cord until you reach Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord (page 26).

About indicators for HDMI connection
When the connected HDMI-compatible component is recognized, the HDMI indicator lights up in the front panel display.
Be sure to disconnect the HDMI cable when moving the player.
Not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case of 480i/480p/720p/1080i/1080p scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the LINE OUT VIDEO or S VIDEO jack. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 480i/480p/ 720p/1080i/1080p Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, please contact our customer service center. If the picture is not clear, not natural or not to your satisfaction, change the video output resolution in step 3 of Output Video Format under the Video Settings setup (page 46). Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that bears the HDMI logo.
Language Follow When you change the language for the onscreen display on your TV, the players language for the on-screen display is also changed after turning the player off and on.
To prepare for the BRAVIA Sync features
Set Control for HDMI to On in the System Settings setup (page 53). For details on settings of your TV or other connected components, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the TV or components.
z When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible with the Control for HDMI Easy Setting function using the HDMI cable, the Control for HDMI setting of the player automatically switches to On if the Control for HDMI setting on the connected TV is set to On. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the TV. When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible with the BRAVIA Sync features using the HDMI cable, you can control the basic functions of the player with the TVs remote if the Control for HDMI setting on the connected TV is set to On. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the TV.
About the BRAVIA Sync features (for HDMI connections only)
By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the Control for HDMI function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as below: One-Touch Play With one touch of the following buttons, the connected TV turns on and the input selector on the TV is switched to the player automatically. [/1 HOME: The home menu appears automatically (page 9, 33, 43). N PLAY: Playback starts automatically (page 34). System Power-Off When you turn off the TV using TV [/1 or the power button on the TVs remote, the player and HDMI-compatible components turn off automatically. Theater When you press THEATER, the player automatically switches to the optimum video mode for watching movies. When connected with a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) using the HDMI cable, the speaker output also switches automatically. When connected with a Theater Modecompatible TV using the HDMI cable, the TVs video mode switches to Theater Mode. Press the button again to return to the original setting.

Depending on the connected component, the Control for HDMI function may not work. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the component.
Connecting to component video jacks (Y, PB, PR)
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of the player and your TV using a component video cable. You can enjoy high-quality pictures. Be sure to connect to the LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks using the audio/video cable.

(green)

(blue)

(white)

Component video cable (not supplied)
Audio/video cable (supplied)
Match the color of the plug to that of the jack.

TV : Signal flow

When you connect the player and TV using a component video cable, disconnect the video plug (yellow) of the audio/video cable.
Connecting to audio/video or S VIDEO jacks
Connect the LINE OUT (VIDEO, R-AUDIO-L) jacks of the player and your TV using the audio/video cable. You can enjoy standard quality pictures and sound.
(yellow) or S-video cable (not supplied)
(yellow) Match the color of the plug to that of the jack.
When you connect the player and TV using an Svideo cable, disconnect the video plug (yellow) of the audio/video cable.
Step 2: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)
About audio/HDMI OUT jacks
The player has the following audio jacks. Connect the player to your AV amplifier (receiver) according to the input jacks on your AV amplifier (receiver).
Jack type Digital Hookup See Connecting to an HDMI jack on page 20. Hookups and Settings
See Connecting to digital jacks (OPTICAL/ COAXIAL) on page 21.
See Connecting to audio L/R jacks on page 22.
z For correct speaker location, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the connected components.
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an HDMI input, use this connection. You can enjoy higher quality sound from the connected AV amplifier (receiver). To enjoy 7.1 channel sound, use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you connect a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) that is compatible with the Control for HDMI function (page 16), refer to the instruction manual supplied with the AV amplifier (receiver).

AV amplifier (receiver)

Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the player and your AV amplifier (receiver). Set BD Audio Setting to Direct in the Audio Settings setup (page 49).
To enjoy the secondary audio (commentary), set BD Audio Setting to Mix.

Connect the player to a network (page 24). Turn the player on. Set BD Internet Connection to Allow in the BD/DVD Viewing Settings setup (page 52).
Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/ BD-LIVE.
The operation method differs depending on the disc. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the disc.
Searching for a Title/Chapter
You can search for a chapter if the title contains chapter marks.
To delete data in the external memory
You can delete unnecessary data.
Press OPTIONS during playback or in pause mode.
The options menu appears.
If a disc is inserted, remove the disc from the player. Press HOME. Select Video using </,. Select BD Data using M/m, and press ENTER. Select the disc name, and press OPTIONS. Select Erase, and press ENTER. Select OK, and press ENTER. The data of the selected disc will be deleted.
Select a search method using M/m, and press ENTER.
Title Search (for BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs) Chapter Search The display for entering the number appears. Example: Chapter Search
z To delete all data in the external memory at once, select Erase All in step 6. Press ENTER instead of OPTIONS in step 5 to skip step 6.
The downloaded contents may not be displayed depending on the disc, if you delete the Shared Cache Data. Depending on the BD-ROM, the disc name may not be displayed.
Enter the number of the title or chapter using the number buttons.
If you make a mistake, press 0 repeatedly to erase the entered number, then re-enter another number.

Press ENTER.

After a while, the player starts playback from the selected number.
Displaying the playing time and play information
Adjusting pictures and sound for videos
You can check the title information, including the video transmission rate, etc.

To adjust the picture

Press DISPLAY.
The displayed information differs depending on the disc type and player status. Example: when playing a BD-ROM
Press OPTIONS during playback. The options menu appears. Select Video Settings using M/m, and press ENTER. The Video Settings screen appears.
Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER. The default settings are underlined.
A The current selected angle B Title number or name C The currently selected audio setting D Available functions ( audio/ subtitle) angle/
Picture Quality Selects the picture settings for different Mode lighting environments. (Standard/ Brighter Room/ Theater Room) FNR (Off/Auto) BNR (Off/Auto) MNR (Off/Auto) Reduces random noise appearing in the picture. Reduces mosaic-like block noise in the picture. Reduces minor noise around the picture outlines (mosquito noise).

Network Update

You can update and improve the functions of the player. We recommend the network update every 2 months or so. For information about update functions, visit the following website: http://esupport.sony.com
Select Network Update using M/m, and press ENTER.
The player connects to the network, and the display asks for confirmation.
Select OK using </,, and press ENTER.
The player starts downloading, then updating the software automatically. When updating finishes, FINISH appears for 5 seconds in the front panel display, then the player automatically turns off.
Press [/1 to turn on the player.
The player starts up with the updated software.
z The VUP */9 counter (* indicates update step) in the front panel display also shows progress of the update. You can check the current software version by selecting System Information in the System Settings setup (page 54). The Setup settings remain after updating. The player informs you of newer software version information when Software Update Notification is set to On (default) (page 54).
Do not disconnect the AC power cord or LAN cable while downloading or updating software. Any operations, including opening the disc tray, are not available while updating. Downloading times may differ depending on the server provider or line status. When error messages on network connections appear, check the network settings (see Internet Settings on page 55).
To update the software using an update disc
You can update and improve the functions of the player using an update disc provided by Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

Video Settings

The default settings are underlined.
Insert the update disc. The display asks for confirmation. Select OK, and press ENTER. Software update starts. When updating finishes, FINISH appears for 5 seconds in the front panel display, then the disc tray automatically opens. Remove the disc. The player automatically turns off. Press [/1 to turn the player on. The player starts up with the updated software.

TV Type

Selects your TV type.
16:9 Select this when connecting to a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. Settings and Adjustments Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV without a wide mode function.

Screen Format

HDMI Deep Color Output

Sets the Deep Color (color depth) setting for video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. The color depth is indicated by the number of bits, and more colors can be reproduced as the value increases. The player supports a color depth of up to 12 bits. Connecting the player and a TV that supports Deep Color allows more accurate color reproduction than when connecting it to a TV that does not support Deep Color.
Auto 12bit 10bit Off Normally select this. Outputs 12bit video signals. Outputs 10bit video signals. Select this when the picture is unstable or colors appear unnatural.

Audio Settings

Audio Output Priority
Selects the jack type to output audio signals. 2-channel Linear PCM signals are output at 48 kHz maximum from output jacks other than the priority jacks.
HDMI Coaxial/ Optical Outputs audio signals from the HDMI OUT jack. Outputs audio signals from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) jack.
Stereo Analog Outputs audio signals from the LINE OUT (R-AUDIOL) jacks.

x.v.Color Output

Sets whether to send xvYCC information to the connected TV. Combining xvYCC-compatible video with a TV that supports x.v.Color display makes it possible to more accurately reproduce object colors present in the natural world.
Auto Off Normally select this. Select this when the picture is unstable or colors appear unnatural.

Audio (HDMI)

Selects the signal type for the HDMI OUT jack.
Auto Normally select this. Outputs audio signals according to the status of the connected HDMI device. Downmixes to 2-channel Linear PCM signals before outputting from the HDMI OUT jack.

2ch PCM

Pause Mode
Sets the picture mode for DVD playback pause status. For BD-ROMs or discs containing AVCHD files, Pause Mode automatically switches to Auto.
Auto Normally select this. Dynamic moving pictures appear without blurring. Displays static pictures at high resolution.
Select 2ch PCM when connecting a TV or an AV amplifier (receiver) that does not support Dolby Digital or DTS, otherwise noise or no sound may result.

BD Audio Setting

Selects whether to mix or not mix interactive audio and secondary audio (commentary) when playing a BD that contains such audio.
Mix Outputs the audio obtained by mixing the interactive audio and secondary audio to the primary audio. Outputs the primary audio only.

Select the configuration method of wireless LAN, and press ENTER.
Automatic registration (WPS) When you connect the player to a Wi-Fi Protected Setupcompatible wireless LAN router (access point) with security set, select this and go to step 7 of Setting wireless LAN (Automatic registration (WPS)) on page 30. Settings and Adjustments Select this when you connect the player to a wireless LAN router (access point) that is Wi-Fi Protected Setupcompatible without security set or not WiFi Protected Setupcompatible. Select this to make all the settings manually.

Access point scan

Select Internet Settings in Network Settings, and press ENTER. Select Start, and press ENTER. Select the connected router type, and press ENTER.
Wireless Select this when connecting via a wireless LAN router (access point). Select this when connecting to a broadband router directly, and go to step 10. Manual registration
Check the following settings of your wireless LAN router (access point).
SSID (Service Set Identifier) Security type: For details on which security can be used on this player, see About Wireless LAN Security on page 70. Security key: The wireless LAN router (access point) has a WEP or WPA key according to the selected security type. When you select Access point scan in step 4, go to step 9 of Setting wireless LAN (Access point scan) on page 31.
z WEP or WPA key may be displayed as passphrase or network key depending on the wireless LAN router (access point). The SSID of your wireless LAN router (access point) is displayed in the wireless network list on your PC. Check your connected network SSID on page 24.
Select the manual registration method, and press ENTER.
Manual registration To make all the settings manually, select this and enter SSID. To enter characters, see page 57. Select this when you connect the player to a Wi-Fi Protected Setupcompatible wireless LAN router (access point) and use a PIN code.
10 Select the IP address setting method,

and press ENTER.

Auto Acquisition Select this when DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server settings are available from your Internet service provider. The network settings necessary for the player will be assigned automatically. Set the IP address manually according to your network environment.

(WPS) PIN Method

Manual
When you select (WPS) PIN Method, the PIN code of this player appears. Register the code to the wireless LAN router (access point) within 2 minutes after pressing Start, and go to step 12. For details on the registration, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the wireless LAN router (access point).

Select Easy Setup, and press ENTER. Select Start using </,, and press ENTER. Follow the instructions for Step 7: Easy Setup (page 28) from step 4.

Resetting

You can reset the player settings to the factory default by selecting the group of settings. All the settings within the group will be reset.
Select Resetting, and press ENTER. Select Reset to Factory Default Settings, and press ENTER. Select the settings you want to reset to default, and press ENTER.
The display asks for confirmation. You can reset the following settings: Video Settings Audio Settings BD/DVD Viewing Settings Photo Settings System Settings Network Settings All Settings
Select Start using </,, and press ENTER.
When All Settings is selected in step 3, all settings within (Setup) are reset. Video Settings and Audio Settings that can be adjusted by pressing OPTIONS during playback (page 37) are not reset.

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.
The power does not turn on.
, Check that the AC power cord is connected securely. , It takes a short while before the player turns on. Additional Information
The message A new software version has been found on the network. Perform update under "Network Update." appears on the screen when turning the player on.
, See Network Update (page 44) to update the player to a newer software version.

The disc does not play.

, The disc is dirty. , The disc is upside down. Insert the disc with the playback side facing down. , The disc is skewed. , You are attempting to play a disc with a format that cannot be played back by this player (page 67). , The region code on the BD or DVD does not match the player. , The player cannot play a recorded disc that is not correctly finalized (page 67).

Picture

See also Connecting to an HDMI jack (page 15) when connecting equipment using the HDMI cable.
There is no picture/picture noise appears.
, Check that all the connecting cables are securely connected.
, Check whether the connecting cables are damaged. , Check the connection to your TV (page 14) and switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on the TV screen. , When playing a double-layer BD/DVD, the video and audio may be momentarily interrupted at the point where the layers switch.

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How to Apply These Terms to Your New Programs
If you develop a new program, and you want it to be of the greatest possible use to the public, the best way to achieve this is to make it free software which everyone can redistribute and change under these terms. To do so, attach the following notices to the program. It is safest to attach them to the start of each source file to most effectively convey the exclusion of warranty; and each file should have at least the copyright line and a pointer to where the full notice is found. <one line to give the programs name and an idea of what it does.> Copyright (C) <year> <name of author> This program is free software; you can redistribute it and/or modify it under the terms of the GNU General Public License as published by the Free Software Foundation; either version 2 of the License, or (at your option) any later version. This program is distributed in the hope that it will be useful, but WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY; without even the implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. See the GNU General Public License for more details. You should have received a copy of the GNU General Public License along with this program; if not, write to the Free Software Foundation, Inc., 59 Temple Place - Suite 330, Boston, MA 02111-1307, USA. Also add information on how to contact you by electronic and paper mail. If the program is interactive, make it output a short notice like this when it starts in an interactive mode: Gnomovision version 69, Copyright (C) year name of author Gnomovision comes with ABSOLUTELY NO WARRANTY; for details type show w. This is free software, and you are welcome to redistribute it under certain conditions; type show c for details. The hypothetical commands show w and show c should show the appropriate parts of the General Public License. Of course, the commands you use may be called something other than show w and show c; they could even be mouse-clicks or menu items--whatever suits your program. You should also get your employer (if you work as a programmer) or your school, if any, to sign a copyright disclaimer for the program, if necessary. Here is a sample; alter the names: Yoyodyne, Inc., hereby disclaims all copyright interest in the program Gnomovision (which makes passes at compilers) written by James Hacker. <signature of Ty Coon>, 1 April 1989 Ty Coon, President of Vice This General Public License does not permit incorporating your program into proprietary programs. If your program is a subroutine library, you may consider it more useful to permit linking proprietary applications with the library. If this is what you want to do, use the GNU Lesser General Public License instead of this License.

BD-J application

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

BD-R (page 66)

BD-R (Blu-ray Disc Recordable) is a recordable, write-once Blu-ray Disc, available in the same capacities as the BD below. Since contents can be recorded and cannot be overwritten, a BD-R can be used to archive valuable data or storing and distributing video material.

DLNA (page 42, 58)

The Digital Living Network Alliance is a non-profit organization that formulates DLNA Interoperability Guidelines for sharing digital content via a network. For details, visit the following website: http://www.dlna.org
Dolby Digital Plus (page 69)
Developed as an extension to Dolby Digital, the audio coding technology supports 7.1 multi-channel surround sound.

PhotoTV HD (page 41)

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

Dolby TrueHD (page 69)

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.
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (page 69)
Developed as an extension to DTS Digital Surround format. It supports a maximum sampling frequency of 96 kHz, and 7.1 multichannel surround. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio has a maximum transmission rate of 6 Mbps, with lossy compression (Lossy).

Pop-up menu (page 35)

An enhanced menu operation available on BD-ROMs. The pop-up menu appears when POP UP/MENU is pressed during playback, and can be operated while playback is in progress.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (page 24, 30)
The Wi-Fi Protected Setup specification easily sets the security of wireless home networks. There are 2 ways to use the Wi-Fi Protected Setup function: The Push Button Configuration method, using the WPS button on the wireless LAN router (access point) The PIN method, using a PIN code
DTS-HD Master Audio (page 69)
DTS-HD Master Audio has a maximum transmission rate of 24.5 Mbps, and uses lossless compression (Lossless), and DTSHD Master Audio corresponds to a maximum sampling frequency of 192 kHz, and maximum of 7.1ch.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) (page 15)
HDMI is an interface that supports both video and audio on a single digital connection. The HDMI connection carries standard- to highdefinition video signals and multi-channel audio signals to AV components such as HDMI equipped TVs, in digital form without degradation. The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a copy protection technology for digital entertainment contents for HDMI.

x.v.Color (page 48)

x.v.Color is a familiar term for the xvYCC standard proposed by Sony. xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video. This standard can express a wider color range than the currently used broadcast standard.
24p True Cinema (page 47)
Movies shot with a film camera consist of 24 frames per second. Since conventional televisions (both CRT and flat panels) display frames either at 1/60 or 1/50 second intervals, the 24 frames do not appear at an even pace. When connected to a TV with 24p capabilities, the player displays each frame at 1/24 second intervals the same interval originally shot with the film camera, thus faithfully reproducing the original cinema image.
LTH (Low to High) (page 67)
LTH is a recording system that supports organic pigment type BD-R.
Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays.
Deep Color 48, 84 Dimmer 53 Disc Lock 34 DISPLAY 9 DLNA 42, 58, 84 Dolby Digital 21, 49 Dolby Digital Plus 69, 85 Dolby TrueHD 69, 85 DTS 21, 49 DTS-HD 69, 85 DVD 66
Parental Control 34, 51 Photo 40 Photo Settings 53 PhotoTV HD 41, 85 Play information 37 Playable discs 66 POP UP/MENU 9, 35

Numerics

24p True Cinema 85
AACS 84 ANGLE 8 AUDIO 8 Audio Output Priority 48 Audio output signals 69 Audio Settings 38, 48 Auto Power Off 54 AVCHD 68, 84

Quick Start Mode 53

Easy Setup 28, 59 Enter characters 57 External memory 23, 35, 64
Region code 67 Remote 8, 26, 27 Resetting 60 Resetting the player 60 Resume 9, 34, 39
Freeze frame 9 Front panel display 11
Batteries 26 BD Data 36 BD/DVD Viewing Settings 51 BD-LIVE 23, 35 BD-R 66, 84 BD-RE 66, 84 Bitstream 62 Blu-ray Disc 66, 84 BONUSVIEW 35 BRAVIA Sync 16, 63
Self-diagnosis function 65 Setup 43 Slideshow 40, 41, 42 Slow-motion play 9 Software update 25, 44, 54 SUBTITLE 8 System Power-Off 16 System Settings 53
HD Audio 69 HDMI 15, 20, 28, 46, 47, 48, 63, 85 HOME 9, 33, 43 Home menu 43
Language Follow 16 Local storage 23, 35, 64 LTH 85
THEATER 8, 16 Title Search 36 TOP MENU 9, 35 Troubleshooting 61 TV Type 45
CD 66 Chapter Search 36 Child Lock 10, 64 Color buttons 9 Connecting AV amplifier (receiver) 19 TV 14 Control for HDMI 16, 34, 53, 63
MAC address 54 MP3 audio tracks 38, 66 Music 38

Update 25, 44 USB 41

Network Settings 55 Network Update 25, 44
Video 33 Video output resolution 68 Video Settings 37, 45
One-Touch Play 16, 34 OPTIONS 9, 35, 39, 40 OSD 53
WEP 31, 55, 70 WEP key 31, 55 Wi-Fi Protected Setup 24, 30, 55, 85 WPA key 31, 55 WPA2-PSK (AES) 70 WPA-PSK (AES) 70 WPA-PSK (TKIP) 70 WPS button 24, 30

x.v.Color 48, 85

BDP-S560

Key Features

Built-in Wireless (WiFi.11n) with WPS easy set-up Photo streaming from PCs via wireless LAN(DLNA) Plays digital photos from USB flash memory BD-Live support with optional USB flash Memory Full HD 1080p/24p video output Via HDMI output4

Sony Blu-ray Disc Player

Key Technologies
Full HD 1080p video output Provides high-resolution HD image so you can take full advantage of your HDTV and
the detail of Blu-ray Disc video content. BD/DVD/CD and AVCHD playback plays your favorite Blu-ray Disc movies, DVDs, Audio CDs, and AVCHD-format discs.6

DVD Upscaling via HDMI

near HD quality.
Makes your existing standard DVDs look better on your HDTV by upscaling them to
Built-in wireless functionality (802.11N/G/B/A) Allows you to easily connect to the internet to download and
stream BD-Live content such as additional scenes, shorts, trailers, movie-based games, and more. While compatible with most home wireless routers, the BDP-S560 Blu-ray Disc player also supports Wi-Fi protected set-up (WPS) for a quick and easy conection to WPS enabled wireless routers.
Photo streaming functionality Allows you to wirelessly stream digital photos from your PC or other Digital Living
Network Alliance (DLNA) enabled device to your Blu-ray Disc Player, allowing you to easily view photos on your HDTV.
Digital photo playback This feature lets you enjoy your digital photos on your HDTV by inserting USB flash memory
loaded with photos into the players' front USB port.
Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD internal decoding and bitstream output via HDMI. These audio codecs
reproduce high definition sound with 7.1 channels of discrete audio so you can enjoy uncompromised sound.
BD-Live Technology Brings you the next generation of interactivity, allowing you to download and stream bonus
content such as additional scenes, shorts, trailers, movie-based games, and more. (Media, USB Flash Memory and internet connection is required).
Quick start-up mode With this mode activated you can begin operating your Sony Blu-ray Disc player in
approximately 6 seconds from the time it is powered on.
Xross Media Bar user interface Makes it simple and intuitive to navigate television menus, controls, and user

settings.

x.v.Color output Plays AVCHD-format discs with support for the international xvYCC color standard, producing
images with more natural and vivid color reproduction.
Ethernet port Provides connectivity to a home broadband connection for network updates or BD-Live access.
specially created content on BD-Live1 enabled Blu-ray Disc media.
Built-in USB port Enables you to connect portable USB flash memory (sold separately) in order to take advantage of BRAVIA Sync capability Utilizes the HDMI CEC function to easily turn on and control your compatible HDMIconnected components.

Features

DVD Playback: Yes DVD+R Read Compatibility: Yes (DL) (+VR) DVD+RW Read Compatibility: Yes (+VR) (8cm) DVD-R Read Compatibility: Yes (DL) (VR) (VR with CPRM) (8cm) DVD-RW Read Compatibility: Yes (VR) (VR with CPRM) (8cm) JPEG Playback: Yes (BD-R/REDVD+RW/+R/RW/-R/CD-R,RW) BD-ROM: Bonus View(Profile1.1); BD-Live (Profile2.0); BD-ROM (SL/DL) BD-R/RE Read Compatibility: Yes (BDMV & BDAV) x.v.Color Technology: Yes PhotoTV HD: Yes CD (CD-DA): Yes Noise Reduction: Yes CD-R/RW: Yes (CD-DA & Data) AVC-HD: Yes (8cm/12cm)?DVD+R/RW/-R/RW)

Inputs and Outputs

Coaxial Audio Digital Output(s): 1 (Rear) S-Video Output(s): 1 (Rear) Composite Video Output(s): 1 (Rear) Component Video (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): (Y/Pb/Pr) Output(s): 1 (Rear) HDMI Connection Output(s): 1 (Rear) Optical Audio Output(s): 1 (Rear) Analog Audio Output(s): 2 Channel: 1 (Rear) Ethernet Connection(s): 1 (Rear)
Power Requirements (voltage): 120V 60Hz
Service and Warranty Information
Limited Warranty Term: 1 Year Parts / 1 Year Labor

Dimensions

Weight: 5.1 lbs (2.3kg) Measurements: 16.9" x 2.8" x 8.1" (430x70x207mm)

Supplied Accessories

A/V Cable AC Cable Remote Control (2) AA Battaries Owners Manual Warranty Card UPC Code: 027242765740
1. Requires internet access (broadband recommended). Firmware update may be required. 2. Requires HDTV with HDMI connector (sold separately) and equivalent display capability. Image quality will vary. 3. Works with other BRAVIA(R) Sync or Theatre Sync labeled home audio/video products when connected via HDMI interface. 4. Certain circumstances may limit/prevent Blu-ray Disc media or DVD playback, or require an HDMI capable TV for HD playback. Requires HDTV with 1080/60p and 24p display capability.for high definition playback. 5. Playback depends on recording conditions. 2009 Sony Electronics Inc. All rights reserved. Sony, BRAVIA, BRAVIA Sync, Theatre Sync, HDNA, 24p True Cinema, Xross Media Bar and x.v.Color are trademarks of Sony. Blu-ray Disc is a trademark. HDMI is a trademark of HDMI Licensing LLC. Dolby and Dolby Digital are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. dts is a trademark of Digital Theater Systems, L.P. BD-Live is a trademark of Blu-ray Disc Association. All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective owners. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Non-metric weights and measures are approximate.

dts Output: Yes, & /DTS-HD bitstream out over HDMI (V1.3)" MP3 Playback: Yes (BD-R/RE/DVD+RW/+R/RW/-R/CD-R,RW)5 dts Decoding: Yes Dolby Digital plus Decoding: Yes Dolby TrueHD Decoding: Yes LPCM: Yes (multi channel decoder): Yes (HDMI bitstream out) Dolby: Yes & Dolby TrueHD bitstream out over HDMI (V1.3) Dolby True HD bitstream output: Yes dts HD bitstream output: Yes

Convenience

BRAVIA Sync : Yes Parental Control: Yes FL LED Dimmer Off: Yes A/V Sync: Yes Child Lock: Yes Easy Setup: Yes Startup Screen: Yes Bit Rate Indicator (Video): Yes Multi Disc Resume: No Quick Start Mode: Yes

Specifications

Video Digital-to-Analog Converter: Composite (12bit/148.5MHz) Y/C (12bit/108MHz)
Menu Options: XMB inspired media bar
Sony Electronics Inc. 16530 Via Esprillo San Diego, CA 92127 1.800.222.7669 www.sony.com
Please visit the Dealer Network for current information at www.sony.com/dn Last Updated: 03/02/2009