4-192-726-31(1)
Network Media
Player
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Operating Instructions
SMP-N100
4-192-726-31(1)
Printed in Malaysia
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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.
recycling of electrical and
electronic equipment.
WARNING
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.
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.
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.
For customers in Australia
The above symbol is applicable in
the European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems.
Batteries or batteries installed
apparatus shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
For customers in European
countries
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.
Notice for customers in the
United Kingdom and
Republic of Ireland
A molded plug complying with
BS1363 is fitted to this equipment
for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug
supplied need to be replaced, a fuse
of the same rating as the supplied
one and approved by ASTA or BSI
to BS1362, (i.e., marked with
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
or
mark) must be used.
If the plug supplied with this
equipment has a detachable fuse
cover, be sure to attach the fuse
cover after you change the fuse.
Never use the plug without the fuse
cover. If you should lose the fuse
cover, please contact your nearest
Sony service station.
Precautions
• The nameplate is located on the
bottom of the unit.
• This unit operates on 110 V –
240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz. 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 this unit so that the mains
lead can be unplugged from the
wall socket immediately in the
event of trouble.
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
inappropriate wastehandling ofthe
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
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cables from the player when
you move the player.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and
controls with a soft cloth. Do not
use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such
as alcohol or benzine.
Precautions
On power sources
• The player is not disconnected
from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is
This equipment has been tested
and found to comply with the
limits set out in the EMC
Directive using a connection
cable shorter than 3 metres.
connected to the wall outlet,
even if the player itself has
been turned off.
• Disconnect the player from the
wall outlet if you are not going
to use the player for a long
time. To disconnect the AC
power cord (mains lead), grasp
the plug itself; never pull the
cord.
• Observe following points to
prevent the AC power cord
(mains lead) being damaged.
Do not use the AC power cord
(mains lead) if it is damaged,
as doing so may result in an
electric shock or fire.
– Do not pinch the AC power
cord (mains lead) between
the player and wall, shelf,
etc.
On replacement of parts
In the events that this player is
repaired, repaired parts may be
collected for reuse or recycling
purposes.
On placement
• Place the player in a location
with adequate ventilation to
prevent heat build-up in the
player.
On connecting to the HDMI
OUT jack
• Do not place any objects on
the player, or do not place the
player on a soft surface, such
as a rug, as it may block the
ventilation holes.
• Do not install this player in a
confined space, such as a
bookshelf or similar unit.
• Do not place the player in a
location near heat sources, or
in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust, or
mechanical shock.
Observe the following as
improper handling may damage
the HDMI OUT jack and the
connector.
• Carefully align the HDMI
OUT jack on the rear of the
player and the HDMI
connector by checking their
shapes. Make sure the
connector is not upside down
or tilted.
– Do not put anything heavy
on the AC power cord
(mains lead) or pull on the
AC power cord (mains lead)
itself.
• Do not place the player
outdoors, in vehicles, on ships,
or on other vessels.
• Do not install the player in an
inclined position. It is
designed to be operated in a
horizontal position only.
• Do not place metal objects in
front of the front panel. It may
limit reception of radio waves.
• Do not place the player in a
place where medical
equipment is in use. It may
cause a malfunction of
medical instruments.
On AC adapter
• Use the supplied AC adapter
(AC-NX1W) for thisplayer, as
other adapters may cause a
malfunction.
• Do not disassemble or reverse-
engineer.
• Be sure to disconnect the
HDMI cable when moving the
player.
• Do not confine the AC adapter
in a closed place such as a
bookshelf or an AV cabinet.
• Do not connect the AC adapter
to a traveler’s electric
• If you use a pacemaker or
other medical device, consult
your physician or the
manufacturer of your medical
device before using the
wireless LAN function.
transformer, which may
generate heat and cause a
malfunction.
• This player should be installed
and operated with a minimum
distance of at least 20 cm or
more between the player and a
person’s body (excluding
extremities: hands, wrists, feet
and ankles).
• Do not place heavy or unstable
objects on the player.
• Disconnect the AC power cord
(mains lead) and all other
• Do not drop or apply shock.
• Hold the HDMI connector
straight when connecting or
disconnecting the HDMI
cable. Do not twist or force the
HDMI connector into the
HDMI OUT jack.
On adjusting volume
Do not turn up the volume while
listening to a section with very
low level inputs or no audio
signals. If you do, your ears and
the speakers may be damaged
when a peak level section is
played.
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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.
Notice for the customers in
Europe
This product is intended to be
used in the following countries:
AD, AL, AT, BA, BE, BG, CH,
CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI,
FR, GB, GR, HR, HU, IE, IS, IT,
LI, LT, LU, LV, MC, MD, ME,
MK, MT, NL, NO, PL, PT, RO,
RS, SE, SI, SK, SM, TR, VA
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Notice for the customers in
Italy
Use of the RLAN network is
governed:
– with respect to private use, by
the Legislative Decree of
1.8.2003, no. 259 (“Code of
ElectronicCommunications”).
In particular Article 104
indicates when the prior
obtainment of a general
authorization is required and
Art. 105 indicates when free
use is permitted;
– with respect to the supply to
the public of the RLAN access
to telecom networks and
services, by the Ministerial
Decree of 28.5.2003, as
amended, and Art. 25 (general
authorization for electronic
communications networks and
services) of the Code of
electronic communications.
Notice for the customers in
Cyprus
Notice for the customers in
The end user must register the
RLAN (or WAS or WiFi)
devices in the Department of
Electronic Communications
(P.I. 365/2008 and P.I. 267/
2007).
France
The WLAN feature of this SMP-
N100 shall exclusively be used
inside buildings.
Any use of the WLAN feature of
this SMP-N100 outside of the
buildings is prohibited on the
French territory. Please make
sure that the WLAN feature of
this SMP-N100 is disabled
before any use outside of the
buildings. (ART Decision 2002-
1009 as amended by ART
Decision 03-908, relating to
radio-frequencies use
P.I. 365/2008 is the
Radiocommunications
(Categories of Stations Subject
to General Authorization and
Registration) Order of 2008.
P.I. 267/2007 is the General
Authorization for the use of
Radiofrequencies by Radio
Local area Networks and by
Wireless Access Systems,
including Radio Local Area
Networks (WAS/RLAN).
restrictions).
Notice for the customers in
Norway
Use of this radio equipment is
not allowed in the geographical
area within a radius of 20 km
from the centre of Ny-Ålesund,
Svalbard.
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Table of Contents
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Step 1: Preparing the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Step 3: Easy Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Connecting to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing via a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Available Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Parental Control Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Easy Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Resetting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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Guide to Parts and Controls
Front panel
A Power indicator
D
(USB) jack
Connect a USB device to this jack.
Lights up when the player is turned on.
B Remote sensor
E [/1 (on/standby)
Turns on the player, or sets to standby
mode.
C WLAN indicator
Lights up when using a wireless LAN.
Rear panel
A LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks
E HDMI OUT jack
B LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack
F COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
(Y, PB, PR) jacks
C DC IN 12V (AC adapter input)
jack
G LAN (100) terminal
D DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack
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A -TV- WIDE
Remote
Changes the screen format.
-TV- INPUT
Switches between TV and other input
sources.
The available functions of the remote differ
depending on the file or the situation.
-TV- [/1 (TV on/standby)
Turns on the TV, or sets to standby mode.
[/1 (on/standby)
Turns on the player, or sets to standby
mode.
B Number buttons (0 - 9)
Enters the title/chapter numbers, etc.
VOL +/–
Adjusts the TV volume.
MUTING
Mutes the sound.
AUDIO
Selects the language track when multi-
lingual tracks are recorded.
CLEAR
Erases input characters. Each time you
press the button, one character is erased.
SUBTITLE
Selects the subtitle language when multi-
lingual subtitles are recorded.
C Colour buttons (RED/GREEN/
YELLOW/BLUE)
Short cut keys for interactive functions.
Displays the playback information on the
screen.
Displays the Internet content added to the
Favourites List. You can save up to 18 of
your favourite Internet content
programmes.
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Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N PLAY buttons
have a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference
when operating the player.
OPTIONS (page 17)
The options menu that can be selected
appears on the screen.
HOME
Enters the player’s home menu.
Displays the wall paper when pressed on
the category icon of the home menu.
RETURN
Returns to the previous display.
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</M/m/,
Moves the highlight to select a displayed
item.
Home menu display
The home menu appears when you press
HOME. Select a category using </,.
Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER.
Centre button (ENTER)
Enters the selected item.
E . PREV/NEXT >
Skips to the previous/next chapter, track,
or file.
Item
Category
REPLAY/ADVANCE
Depending on the contents, these buttons
may not function.
m/M (fast reverse/fast
forward)
• Fast reverses/fast forwards when
pressed during playback. Each time
you press the button during playback of
videos, the search speed changes.
• Plays in slow motion, when pressed for
more than one second in pause mode.
• Plays one frame at a time, when pressed
briefly in pause mode.
(Setup): Adjusts the player settings.
(Photo): Displays photos.
(Music): Plays music.
(Video): Plays videos.
(Network): Displays network items.
N PLAY
Starts or re-starts playback.
Switches to the optimum video mode for
watching movies automatically.
The THEATER button functions only
when connected to a Sony Theatre
Mode-compatible AV amplifier
(receiver) or Sony Theatre Mode-
compatible TV.
X PAUSE
Pauses or re-starts playback.
x STOP
Stops playback and remembers the stop
point (resume point).
The resume point for a title/track is the
last point you played or the last photo for
a photo folder.
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Step 1: Preparing the
Player
Checking the supplied
accessories
Check that you have the following items:
• Mains lead (1)
• AC adapter (1)
• Remote control (remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
Preparing the remote
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by
matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries
to the markings inside the battery
compartment.
Hookups and
Settings
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Step 2: Connecting the Player
Do not connect the mains lead until you have made all the connections.
Connecting to your TV
Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV.
Match the colour of the plug to that of the jack when connecting.
High quality
HDMI cable (not supplied)
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
Component video cable
(not supplied)
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
Standard
quality
b
Do not connect the player through a VCR. Video signals fed through VCRs may be affected by copyright
protection systems and the picture will be distorted on the television.
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Connecting to your AV amplifier (receiver)
Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your AV
amplifier (receiver). When you select B, make the appropriate settings in the “Audio Settings”
HDMI cable (not supplied)
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
Optical digital cable (not supplied)
and “DTS*2” (page 20).
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
*1
*2
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent
#’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
5,978,762; 6,487,535 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and
the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS
2.0+ Digital Out and the DTS logos are
trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes
software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
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3 Turn on the TV, then switch the input
selector on your TV so that the signal
from the player appears on your TV
screen.
Step 3: Easy Setup
When turned on for the first time
Wait for a short while before the player
turns on and starts “Easy Setup.”
1 Connect the supplied AC adapter and
mains lead in the numeric order
shown below.
When removing them, do so in reverse
order.
to DC IN 12V
4 Perform “Easy Setup.”
Follow the on-screen instructions to
make the basic settings using </M/m/
, and ENTER on the remote.
AC adapter
(supplied)
</M/m/,
ENTER
Mains lead
(supplied)
to mains
After connecting, wait for about 30
seconds until the player enters standby.
2 Press [/1 to turn on the player.
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Connecting to the
Network
Wired Setup
Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100)
terminal on the player.
LAN cable
(not supplied)
Broadband
router
ADSL modem/
Cable modem
Internet
To set the network settings
Select “Network Settings,” “Internet
follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the setup.
Wireless Setup
Use a wireless LAN that is built into the
player.
LAN cable (not supplied)
Wireless LAN ADSL modem/ Internet
router*
Cable modem
* Use a wireless LAN router supporting 802.11b/g
or 802.11b/g/n.
To set the network settings
Select “Network Settings,” “Internet
and follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the setup.
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Playing via a Network
Streaming BRAVIA Internet
Video
BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway
delivering the selected Internet content and a
variety of on-demand entertainment straight
to your player.
1 Prepare for BRAVIA Internet Video.
Connect the player to a network
2 Select
(Photo) on the home menu using
</,.
(Video),
(Music), or
3 Select an Internet content programme
icon using M/m, and press ENTER.
When an Internet content list has not
been acquired, an unacquired icon or a
new icon is displayed.
Playback
To use the control panel
The control panel appears when the video file
starts playing. The displayed items may differ
depending on Internet content programmes.
To display again, press DISPLAY.
A Control display
Press </M/m/, or ENTER for
playback operations.
B Playing status bar
Status bar, Cursor indicating the
current position, Playing time,
Duration of the video file
C The next video file name
D The currently selected video file name
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Playing files on a DLNA server
Playing from a USB
Device
You can play video/music/photo files on your
home server, such as a DLNA certified PC by
connecting the player to the home network.
For playable files on a DLNA server, see
You can play video/music/photo files on the
connected USB device.
For playable USB devices, see “Playable
1 Prepare for playing files on a DLNA
server.
1 Connect the USB device to the USB
jack on the player.
• Connect the player to a network
• Set “Connection Server Settings”
Refer to the instruction manual supplied
with the USB device before connecting.
2 Select
(Photo) on the home menu using
</,.
(Video),
(Music), or
3 Select a DLNA server using M/m, and
press ENTER.
The file list or folder list appears.
USB device
2 Select
(Photo) on the home menu using
</,.
(Video),
(Music), or
3 Select
(USB device) using M/m,
and press ENTER.
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(Music) only
Available Options
Items
Details
Add
Slideshow
BGM
Registers music files in the
USB memory as slideshow
background music (BGM).
Various settings and playback operations are
available by pressing OPTIONS. The
available items differ depending on the
situation.
(Photo) only
Items
Details
Common options
Slideshow
Speed
Changes the slideshow
speed.
Items
Details
Repeat
Setting
Sets the repeat mode.
Slideshow
Effect
Sets the effect for
slideshows.
Favourites List Displays the Favourites List.
Play/Stop Starts or stops the playback.
Slideshow
BGM
• Off: Turns off the
function.
• My Music from USB: Sets
the music files registered
in “Add Slideshow BGM.”
If no music file is
Play from start Plays the item from the
beginning.
Add to
Favourites
Adds Internet content to the
Favourites List.
registered, “(Not
registered)” is displayed.
Remove from
Favourites
Removes Internet content
from the Favourites List.
Slideshow
Rotate Left
Plays a slideshow.
Rotates the photo
counterclockwise by
90 degrees.
(Video) only
Items
Details
Rotate Right
Rotates the photo clockwise
by 90 degrees.
AV SYNC
Adjusts the gap between
picture and sound, by
delaying the sound output in
relation to the picture output
(0 to 120 milliseconds).
Video Settings • Picture Quality Mode:
Selects the picture settings
for different lighting
environments.
• FNR: Reduces the random
noise appearing in the
picture.
• BNR: Reduces the mosaic-
like block noise in the
picture.
• MNR: Reduces minor
noise around the picture
outlines (mosquito noise).
Pause
Pauses the playback.
Chapter
Search
Searches for a chapter and
starts playback from the
beginning.
IP Content
Noise
Adjusts the picture quality of
Internet content.
Reduction
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Using the Settings
Displays
Select
(Setup) on the home menu when
you need to change the settings of the player.
The default settings are underlined.
1 Select
(Setup) on the home menu
using </,.
2 Select the setup category icon using
M/m, and press ENTER.
Icon
Explanation
Network Update (page 19)
Updates the software of the
player.
Screen Settings (page 19)
Makes the video settings
according to the type of
connecting jacks.
Audio Settings (page 20)
Makes the audio settings
according to the type of
connecting jacks.
Settings and
Adjustments
Parental Control Settings
Makes detailed settings for the
Parental Control function.
System Settings (page 22)
Makes the player-related
settings.
Network Settings (page 23)
Makes detailed settings for the
Internet and network.
Easy Setup (page 23)
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make
the basic settings.
Resetting (page 23)
Resets the player to the factory
settings.
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Network Update
Screen Settings
Select “OK” to update the player’s software
via the network.
TV Type
16:9
Select this when connecting
to a wide-screen TV or a TV
with a wide mode function.
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• We recommend the network update every 2
4:3
Select this when connecting
to a 4:3 screen TV without a
wide mode function.
months or so.
• For information about update functions, visit the
following website:
For customers in European countries
For customers in Australia
Screen Format
Original
Select this when connecting
to a TV with a wide mode
function. Displays a 4:3
screen picture in 16:9 aspect
ratio even on a wide-screen
TV.
Fixed Aspect Changes the picture size to
Ratio
fit the screen size with the
original picture aspect ratio.
Cinema Conversion Mode
Auto
Normally select this. The
player automatically detects
whether the material is
video-based or film-based,
and switches to the
appropriate conversion
method.
Video
The conversion method
suited for video-based
material will always be
selected regardless of the
material.
Output Video Format
HDMI
Normally select “Auto.”
Component
Video
Select the resolution that
suits your TV.
Video
Automatically sets the
lowest resolution.
z
• When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other
video output jacks at the same time, select
“Component Video.”
• If no picture appears when setting “HDMI” or
“Component Video” resolution, try another
resolution setting.
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YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)
Auto
Automatically detects the
Audio Settings
connected TV type, and
switches to the matching
colour setting.
Audio (HDMI)
Auto
Normally select this.
Outputs audio signals
according to the status of the
connected HDMI device.
YCbCr (4:2:2) Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video
signals.
YCbCr (4:4:4) Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video
signals.
PCM
Outputs PCM signals from
the HDMI OUT jack.
RGB
Outputs RGB video signals.
HDMI Deep Colour Output
Dolby Digital
Auto
12bit
10bit
Normally select this.
Downmix
PCM
Converts to output Linear
PCM signals. Select this
when connecting an audio
device without a built-in
Dolby Digital decoder.
Outputs 12bit/10bit video
signals when the connected
TV is compatible with Deep
Colour.
Dolby Digital
Select this when connecting
an audio device with a built-
in Dolby Digital decoder.
Off
Select this when the picture
is unstable or colours appear
unnatural.
DTS
Pause Mode
Downmix
PCM
Converts to output Linear
PCM signals. Select this
when connecting to an audio
device without a built-in
DTS decoder.
Auto
Normally select this.
Dynamic moving pictures
appear without blurring.
Frame
Displays static pictures at
high resolution.
DTS
Select this when connecting
to an audio device with a
built-in DTS decoder.
Audio DRC
Auto
Performs playback at the
dynamic range specified by
the current file.
Standard
Performs playback at a
standard compression level.
Wide Range
No compression works. A
more dynamic sound is
produced.
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Downmix
Surround
Outputs audio signals with
surround effects. Select this
when connecting an audio
device that supports Dolby
Surround (Pro Logic) or
DTS Neo:6.
Parental Control
Settings
Password
Sets or changes the password for the Parental
Control function. A password allows you to
set a restriction on Internet video playback.
Stereo
Outputs audio signals
without surround effects.
Select this when connecting
an audio device that does not
support Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic) or DTS Neo:6.
Parental Control Area Code
Playback of some Internet videos can be
limited according to the geographic area.
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with
different scenes. Follow the on-screen
instructions and enter your four-digit
password.
Internet Video Parental Control
Playback of some Internet videos can be
limited according to the age of the users.
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with
different scenes. Follow the on-screen
instructions and enter your four-digit
password.
Internet Video Unrated
Allow
Allows the playback of
unrated Internet videos.
Block
Blocks the playback of
unrated Internet videos.
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System Information
Displays the player’s software version
information and the MAC address.
System Settings
OSD
Selects your language for the player on-
screen displays.
Control for HDMI
On
Allows you to use the
“Control for HDMI”
Off
Turns off the function.
Auto Standby
On
Turns on the “Auto
Standby” function.
Automatically returns to
standby mode if any button
on the player or remote is not
pressed for more than 30
minutes.
Off
Turns off the function.
Auto Display
On
Automatically displays
information on the screen
when changing the viewing
titles, picture modes, audio
signals, etc.
Off
Displays information only
when you press DISPLAY.
Screen Saver
On
Turns on the screen saver
function. The screen saver
image appears when you do
not use the player for more
than 10 minutes while an on-
screen display is displayed.
Off
Turns off the function.
Software Update Notification
On
Sets the player to inform you
of newer software version
information (page 19).
Off
Turns off the function.
DivX(R) VOD
For details, visit the following website:
vod.divx.com
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Network Settings
Easy Setup
Re-runs the “Easy Setup” to make the basic
settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Internet Settings
Connect the player to the network
beforehand. For details, see “Connecting to
View Network
Status
Displays the current
network status.
Resetting
Wired Setup
Select this when you
connect to a broadband
router directly.
Reset to Factory Default Settings
You can reset the player settings to the
factory default by selecting the group of
settings. All the settings within the group will
be reset.
Wireless
Setup
Select this when you use a
wireless LAN router.
For further details, visit the
following website and check
the FAQ contents:
Initialize Personal Information
You can erase your personal information
stored in the player.
For customers in European
countries
europe.com/
Network Connection Diagnostics
You can run the network diagnostic to check
if the network connection has been made
properly.
Connection Server Settings
Sets whether or not to display the connected
server.
BD Remote Device Registration
Registers your “BD Remote” device.
Some mobile devices can install the “BD
Remote” application.
For the latest compatible devices, visit the
following website:
For customers in European countries
For customers in Australia
Registered BD Remote Devices
Displays a list of your registered “BD
Remote” devices.
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Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the player, use this
troubleshooting guide to help remedy the
problem before requesting repairs. Should
any problem persist, consult your nearest
Sony dealer.
Power
The power does not turn on.
, Check that the AC adapter and mains lead
are connected securely.
Picture
There is no picture or the picture is not
output correctly.
, Check that all the connecting cables are
securely connected (page 11).
, Switch the input selector on your TV to
display the signal from the player.
, Connect the player to your TV using the
LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack, and check the
“Output Video Format” settings in the
“Screen Settings” setup (page 19).
, For HDMI connections, try the following:
1Turn the player off and on again. 2Turn
the connected equipment off and on again.
3Disconnectand then reconnect the HDMI
cable.
Additional
Information
, The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI
device that does not support copyright
protection technology.
, For HDMI connections, check the “Output
Video Format” settings in the “Screen
The display language on the screen
switches automatically when connected to
the HDMI OUT jack.
, When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On”
(page 22), the display language on the
screen automatically switches according to
the language setting of the connected TV (if
you change the setting on your TV, etc.).
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Sound
BRAVIA Internet Video
There is no sound or the sound is not
output correctly.
, Check that all the connecting cables are
securely connected (page 11).
, Switch the input selector on your AV
amplifier (receiver) so that the audio signals
of the player are output from your AV
amplifier (receiver).
, If the audio signal does not come through
the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)/HDMI
OUT jack, check the audio settings
The picture/sound is poor/certain
programmes display a loss of detail,
especially during fast-motion or dark
scenes.
, Picture/sound quality may be poor
depending on Internet content programmes.
, Picture/sound quality may be improved by
changing the connection speed. We
recommend the connection speed of at least
2.5 Mbps for standard definition video
(10 Mbps for high definition video).
, Not all videos will contain sound.
, For HDMI connections, try the following:
1Turn the player off and on again. 2Turn
the connected equipment off and on again.
3Disconnectand then reconnect the HDMI
cable.
The picture is small.
, Press M to zoom in.
, For HDMI connections, if the player is
connected to a TV through an AV amplifier
(receiver), try connecting the HDMI cable
directly to the TV. Refer also to the
instruction manual supplied with the AV
amplifier (receiver).
Network connection
The player cannot connect to the network.
, The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI
device (DVI jacks do not accept audio
signals).
, The device connected to the HDMI OUT
jack does not support the audio format of
the player. Check the audio settings
You cannot connect your PC to the Internet
after “Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)” is
performed.
, The wireless settings of the router may
change automatically if you use the Wi-Fi
Protected Setup function before adjusting
the settings of the router. In this case,
change the wireless settings of your PC
accordingly.
USB device
The player does not detect a USB device
connected to the player.
, Make sure that the USB device is securely
connected to the USB jack.
, Check if the USB device or a cable is
damaged.
, Check if the USB device is on.
, If the USB device is connected via a USB
hub, connect the USB device directly to the
player.
You cannot connect the player to the
wireless LAN router.
, Check if the wireless LAN router is on.
, Depending on the surrounding
environment, such as the wall material,
radio wave receiving condition, or obstacles
between the player and the wireless LAN
router, the communication distance may be
shortened. Move the player and the wireless
LAN router closer to each other.
, Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency band,
such as a microwave, Bluetooth, or digital
cordless device, may interrupt the
communication. Move the player away
from such devices, or turn off such devices.
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The desired wireless router is not
detected even if “Scan” is performed.
, Press RETURN to return to the previous
screen, and try “Scan” again. If the desired
wireless router is still not detected, press
RETURN to select “Manual registration.”
Others
Playback does not start from the
beginning of content.
, Press OPTIONS, and select “Play from
start.”
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.
the player to a newer software version.
Playback does not start from the resume
point where you last stopped playing.
, The resume point may be cleared from
memory when
– you disconnect the USB device.
– you play other content.
– you turn off the player.
BRAVIA Sync (“Control for
HDMI”)
The player does not respond to any button.
, Hold down [/1 on the player for more than
10 seconds until the indicators on the front
panel turn off.
The “Control for HDMI” function does not
work (BRAVIA Sync).
, Check that “Control for HDMI” is set to
“On” (page 22).
If the player still does not respond to any
button, disconnect then reconnect the mains
lead.
, If you change the HDMI connection, turn
the player off and on again.
, If power failure occurs, set “Control for
HDMI” to “Off,” then set “Control for
, Check the following and refer to the
instruction manual supplied with the
component.
– the connected component is compatible
with the “Control for HDMI” function.
– the connected component’s setting for
the “Control for HDMI” function is
correct.
, When you connect the player to a TV
through an AV amplifier (receiver),
– if the AV amplifier (receiver) is not
compatible with the “Control for HDMI”
function, you may be unable to control
the TV from the player.
– if you change the HDMI connection,
disconnect and reconnect the mains lead,
or a power failure occurs, try the
following: 1Switch the input selector of
the AV amplifier (receiver) so that the
picture from the player appears on the
TV screen. 2Set “Control for HDMI” to
“Off,” then set “Control for HDMI” to
manual supplied with the AV amplifier
(receiver).
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Playable types of files
Specifications
Video
Inputs and outputs
(Jack name:
File format
Extensions
Jack type/Output level/Load impedance)
LINE OUT R-AUDIO-L:
Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL):
Optical output jack/–18 dBm
(wave length 660 nm)
HDMI OUT:
HDMI 19-pin standard connector
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
(Y, PB, PR):
MPEG-1 Video/
PS
“.mpg,” “.mpeg,”
“.m2ts,” “.mts”
*1*5
MPEG-2 Video/PS,
*1*6
TS
*2
DivX
“.avi,” “.divx”
*1*5
MPEG-4 AVC
“.mkv,” “.mp4,”
“.m4v,” “.m2ts,”
“.mts”
*1*5
Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p/
PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms
LINE OUT VIDEO:
WMV9
“.wmv,” “.asf”
*5
*3
AVCHD
Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms
LAN (100):
Music
100BASE-TX Terminal
USB:
File format
Extensions
USB jack Type A (For connecting a USB
memory, hard disk drive, memory card
reader, digital still camera, and digital video
camera)
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio “.mp3”
Layer III)
*1*4*5
AAC
“.m4a”
“.wma”
DC IN:
WMA9
*1*4*5
12 V DC
Standard
LPCM
“.wav”
Wireless
Wireless LAN standard:
IEEE802.11b/g/n
Photo
Frequency range:
2.4 GHz band: Channels 1-13
Modulation:
File format
Extensions
JPEG
“.jpg,” “.jpeg”
DS-SS Modem and OFDM Modem
*1
The player does not play coded files such as
DRM.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital
General
*2
®
Power requirements:
AC adapter: 110–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption (approx.):
14 W
Dimensions (approx.):
185 mm × 193 mm × 40 mm
(width/depth/height) incl. projecting parts
Mass (approx.):
video format created by DivX, Inc. This is an
official DivX Certified device that plays DivX
information and software tools to convert your
files into DivX video.
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO-ON-DEMAND: This
®
DivX Certified device must be registered in
order to play DivX Video-on-Demand (VOD)
content. To generate the registration code, locate
the DivX VOD section in the device setup menu.
Go to vod.divx.com with this code to complete
the registration process and learn more about
DivX VOD.
The player plays AVCHD format files that are
recorded on a digital video camera, etc.
The player does not play coded files such as
Lossless.
680 g
Operating temperature:
5 ºC to 35 ºC
Operating humidity:
25 % to 80 %
*3
*4
*5
Supplied accessories
The player does not play this file format on a
DLNA server.
Specifications and design are subject to
change without notice.
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*6
The player can only play standard definition
video on a DLNA server.
• Theatre
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 Theatre Mode-
compatible TV using the HDMI cable, the
TV’s video mode switches to Theatre
Mode. Press the button again to return to the
original setting.
b
• Some files may not play depending on the file
format, file encoding, recording condition, or
DLNA server condition.
• Some files edited on a PC may not play.
• The player can recognise the following files or
folders in USB devices:
– up to folders in the 5th tree
– up to 500 files in a single tree
• The player can recognise the following files or
folders stored in the DLNA server:
– up to folders in the 20th tree
– up to 999 files in a single tree
• Some USB devices may not work with this
player.
• The player can recognise Mass Storage Class
(MSC) devices (such as flash memory or an
HDD), Still Image Capture Device (SICD) class
devices and 101 keyboard (USB jack only).
• To avoid data corruption or damage to the USB
memory or devices, turn the player off when
connecting or removing the USB memory or
devices.
• Language Follow
When you change the language for the on-
screen display on your TV, the player’s
language for the on-screen display is also
changed after turning the player off and on.
To prepare for the BRAVIA Sync features
Set “Control for HDMI” to “On” in the
For details on settings of your TV or other
connected components, refer to the
instruction manual supplied with the TV or
components.
About the BRAVIA Sync
features (for HDMI connections
only)
z
• When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible
with the “Control for HDMI” Easy Setting
function using the HDMI cable, the “Control for
HDMI” setting of the player automatically
switches to “On” if the “Control for HDMI”
setting on the connected TV is set to “On.” Refer
to the instruction manual supplied with the TV.
• When connecting the Sony TV that is compatible
with the BRAVIA Sync features using the HDMI
cable, you can control the basic functions of the
player with the TV’s remote if the “Control for
HDMI” setting on the connected TV is set to
“On.” Refer to the instruction manual supplied
with the TV.
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
– N PLAY: Playback starts automatically.
• System Power-Off
When you turn off the TV using -TV- [/1
or the power button on the TV’s remote, the
player and HDMI-compatible components
turn off automatically.
b
Depending on the connected component, the
“Control for HDMI” function may not work. Refer
to the instruction manual supplied with the
component.
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About wireless LAN security
Copyrights and Trademarks
• “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are
trademarks of Panasonic Corporation and Sony
Corporation.
Since communication via the wireless LAN
function is established by radio waves, the
wireless signal may be susceptible to
interception. To protect wireless
communication, this player supports various
security functions. Be sure to correctly
configure the security settings in accordance
with your network environment.
•
, “XMB,” and “xross media bar” are
trademarks of Sony Corporation and Sony
Computer Entertainment Inc.
• This product incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
• “x.v.Colour” and “x.v.Colour” logo are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• “BRAVIA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
• “PhotoTV HD” and the “PhotoTV HD” logo are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
No Security
Although you can easily make settings,
anyone can intercept wireless
communication or intrude into your wireless
network, even without any sophisticated
tools. Keep in mind that there is a risk of
unauthorized access or interception of data.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.
WEP
WEP applies security to communications to
prevent outsiders from intercepting
communications or intruding into your
wireless network. WEP is a legacy security
technology that enables older devices, which
do not support TKIP/AES, to be connected.
®
®
• DivX , DivX Certified and associated logos are
registered trademarks of DivX, Inc. and are used
under license.
• Windows Media is either a registered trademark
or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this
product is prohibited without a license from
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ Logo is a certification
mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP)
TKIP is a security technology developed to
correct for the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP
assures a higher security level than WEP.
WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES)
AES is a security technology that uses an
advanced security method that is distinct
from WEP and TKIP.
AES assures a higher security level than
WEP or TKIP.
• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ Mark is a mark of
the Wi-Fi Alliance.
• “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™” and “Wi-Fi Protected
Setup™” are trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.
®
• DLNA , the DLNA Logo and DLNA
CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or
certification marks of the Digital Living Network
Alliance.
• Other system and product names are generally
trademarks or registered trademarks of the
manufacturers. ™ and ® marks are not indicated
in this document.
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Code numbers of controllable
TVs
Parental control/area code
For details, see “Parental Control Area Code”
While holding down -TV- [/1, enter the
TV’s manufacturer code using the number
buttons.
Number, Area (Code)
2044, Argentina (ar)
2047, Australia (au)
2046, Austria (at)
2057, Belgium (be)
2070, Brazil (br)
2090, Chile (cl)
2092, China (cn)
Manufacturer
Sony
Code number
01 (default)
Hitachi
02
04
45
13
19
21
16
10
20
18
07
2093, Colombia (co)
2115, Denmark (dk)
2165, Finland (fi)
LG/Goldstar
Loewe
2174, France (fr)
2109, Germany (de)
2200, Greece (gr)
2219, Hong Kong (hk)
2248, India (in)
Mitsubishi/MGA
Panasonic
Philips
2238, Indonesia (id)
2239, Ireland (ie)
2254, Italy (it)
Pioneer
2276, Japan (jp)
2304, Korea (kr)
RCA
2333, Luxembourg (lu)
2363, Malaysia (my)
2362, Mexico (mx)
2376, Netherlands (nl)
2390, New Zealand (nz)
2379, Norway (no)
2427, Pakistan (pk)
2424, Philippines (ph)
2428, Poland (pl)
Samsung
Sharp
Toshiba
2436, Portugal (pt)
2489, Russia (ru)
2501, Singapore (sg)
2149, Spain (es)
2499, Sweden (se)
2086, Switzerland (ch)
2543, Taiwan (tw)
2528, Thailand (th)
2184, United Kingdom (gb)
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U
Index
“IP Content Noise
Reduction” 17
Update 19
USB 16
Words in quotations appear
in the on-screen displays.
W
WEP 29
WIDE 8
WPA2-PSK (AES) 29
WPA2-PSK (TKIP) 29
WPA-PSK (AES) 29
WPA-PSK (TKIP) 29
L
A
Language Follow 28
AC adapter 13
AUDIO 8
M
“Audio Settings” 20
“Auto Standby” 22
MAC address 22
MUTING 8
B
N
Batteries 10
“Network Settings” 23
“Network Update” 19
BRAVIA Internet Video
O
One-Touch Play 28
OPTIONS 8
“OSD” 22
C
CLEAR 8
Colour buttons 8
Connecting
AV amplifier
(Receiver) 12
Network 14
TV 11
P
Parental Control 21
“ParentalControlSettings”
Playable files 27
R
“Resetting” 23
Resetting the player 23
D
Deep Colour 20
DISPLAY 8
DLNA 16
Dolby Digital 20
DTS 20
S
“Screen Settings” 19
“Setup” 18
E
SUBTITLE 8
System Power-Off 28
“System Settings” 22
F
FAVORITES 8
T
H
Troubleshooting 24
“TV Type” 19
Home menu 18
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