VIZIO VBR100 User Manual
Dear VIZIO Customer,
Congratulations on your new VIZIO VBR100 Blu-ray DVD Player purchase.
Thank you for your support. For maximum benefit of your Blu-ray DVD
Player, please read these instructions before making any adjustments, and
retain them for future reference. We hope you will experience many years
of enjoyment from your new VIZIO Blu-ray DVD Player.
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call toll free at (888) 849-4623.
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service plans. These plans give additional coverage during the standard
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Write down the serial number located on the back of your player.
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions.....................................................................................................................2!
Table of Contents ......................................................................................................................................3!
Opening the Package...............................................................................................................................5!
Package Contents .....................................................................................................................................5!
Blu-ray DVD Player Accessories and Services.........................................................................................5!
Before Setting Up Your Blu-ray DVD Player.............................................................................................5!
CHAPTER 1 FEATURES & FORMATS.......................................................................................................6!
Features ....................................................................................................................................................6!
Supported Discs ........................................................................................................................................6!
Supported file extensions..........................................................................................................................6!
Region codes.............................................................................................................................................6!
CHAPTER 2 BASIC CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS............................................................................7!
Front ..........................................................................................................................................................7!
Rear Panel Connections............................................................................................................................8!
VIZIO Remote Control...............................................................................................................................9!
Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control..........................................................................................9!
Remote Control Range..........................................................................................................................9!
VIZIO Remote Control Precautions .......................................................................................................9!
Remote Control Buttons.......................................................................................................................10!
CHAPTER 3 USING YOUR PLAYER FOR THE FIRST TIME..................................................................11!
CHAPTER 4 CONNECTING EQUIPMENT................................................................................................12!
Which Video Connection Should I Use? .................................................................................................12!
Connecting to a TV.................................................................................................................................13!
Using HDMI (Best)...............................................................................................................................13!
Using Component Video (Better).........................................................................................................14!
Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible) .........................................................................................15!
Ethernet Connection...............................................................................................................................16!
USB Connection.....................................................................................................................................16!
CHAPTER 5 PLAYING A DISC .................................................................................................................17!
CHAPTER 6 ACCESSING BD-LIVETM CONTENT....................................................................................18!
CHAPTER 7 VIEWING PICTURES............................................................................................................19!
Using the Picture Menu...........................................................................................................................19!
Add all to playlist.................................................................................................................................19!
Previous folder....................................................................................................................................19!
Play Files ............................................................................................................................................19!
Browse Music......................................................................................................................................19!
Now Playing........................................................................................................................................19!
Controlling Picture Playback ...................................................................................................................19!
Using Playlist for Pictures........................................................................................................................20!
Create a Playlist..................................................................................................................................20!
Play the Playlist...................................................................................................................................20!
Delete Pictures from the Playlist..........................................................................................................20!
CHAPTER 8 PLAYING MUSIC FILES.......................................................................................................21!
Using the Music Menu.............................................................................................................................21!
Add all to playlist.................................................................................................................................21!
Previous folder....................................................................................................................................21!
Play Files ............................................................................................................................................21!
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Browse Pictures..................................................................................................................................21!
Now Playing........................................................................................................................................21!
Controlling music playback......................................................................................................................22!
Using Playlists for Songs.........................................................................................................................22!
Create a Playlist..................................................................................................................................22!
Play the Playlist...................................................................................................................................23!
Delete Songs from the Playlist.............................................................................................................23!
CHAPTER 9 ADJUSTING BLU-RAY DVD PLAYER SETTINGS .............................................................23!
Display Menu..........................................................................................................................................24!
HDMI Status........................................................................................................................................24!
HDMI preferred Format........................................................................................................................24!
TV Type ..............................................................................................................................................24!
Resolution...........................................................................................................................................24!
TV Aspect ...........................................................................................................................................25!
Film Mode (1080p24)...........................................................................................................................25!
Audio Menu ............................................................................................................................................26!
PCM Downsampling ............................................................................................................................26!
Digital Output ......................................................................................................................................26!
Dynamic Range Control.......................................................................................................................26!
OSD ....................................................................................................................................................27!
Menu...................................................................................................................................................27!
Audio...................................................................................................................................................27!
Subtitle................................................................................................................................................27!
Parental Menu ........................................................................................................................................27!
Parental Country.................................................................................................................................28!
Parental Control..................................................................................................................................28!
Parental Level.....................................................................................................................................28!
Parental Password...............................................................................................................................28!
System Menu..........................................................................................................................................29!
Optical Disc AutoPlay ..........................................................................................................................29!
BD-LiveTM Internet Access...................................................................................................................29!
BD-LiveTM Internet Storage..................................................................................................................29!
Erase Blu-ray Storage..........................................................................................................................29!
Screen Saver Duration.........................................................................................................................29!
Reset Settings.....................................................................................................................................29!
Network Menu ........................................................................................................................................30!
Wired...................................................................................................................................................30!
Link Status ..........................................................................................................................................30!
IP Mode...............................................................................................................................................30!
Network Test.......................................................................................................................................30!
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................................................31!
Maintenance...........................................................................................................................................31!
FAQ & Troubleshooting...........................................................................................................................32!
Telephone & Technical Support..............................................................................................................36!
SPECIFICATIONS.....................................................................................................................................37!
LEGAL NOTICES......................................................................................................................................38!
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................................40!
INDEX ........................................................................................................................................................41!
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Opening the Package
Your Blu-ray DVD Player and its accompanying accessories are carefully packed in a cardboard carton
that has been designed to protect it from transportation damage. Once you have opened the carton,
check that your player is in good condition and that all of the contents are included.
IMPORTANT: Save the carton and packing material for future shipping.
Package Contents
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VIZIO VBR100
VIZIO remote control
AA batteries for the remote control (2)
Composite (AV) cable
This User’s Manual
Quick Setup Guide
Blu-ray DVD Player Accessories and Services
Additional certified accessories for your player are sold separately:
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High Definition Video cables (HDMI or Component)
High Definition Audio cables (HDMI, Coaxial, or Optical)
Extra or replacement remote
VIZIO also offers installation services and extended warranty services for your Blu-ray DVD Player.
To purchase or inquire about additional accessories and services for your player, visit our website at
www.VIZIO.com or call us toll free at 888-VIZIOCE (888-849-4623).
Before Setting Up Your Blu-ray DVD Player
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Read this user manual carefully before installing your player.
The power consumption of your player is about 25W (average). Use the included power cord.
When an extension cord is required, use one with the correct power rating. The cord must be
grounded and the grounding feature must not be compromised.
For proper ventilation, you must allow at least 4 inches (10 cm) between the back of your player
and the wall.
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Avoid installing your player in places with high humidity, dust, or smoke so you do not shorten the
service life of the electronic components.
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Chapter 1 Features & Formats
Features
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Full, high-definition video playback at up to 1080p resolution for an amazing viewing experience.
Up-conversion of standard-definition DVDs for enhanced picture quality at up to 1080p via HDMI.
Rich multi-channel surround sound.
Easy HDTV connection using a single HDMI cable (cable not included).
Multiple outputs for connecting your home theater system or amplifier.
PIP functionality that lets you display primary and secondary video at the same time (if available
on the Blu-ray Disc).
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Pop-up menu display without interrupting playback (if available on the Blu-ray Disc).
HDMI 1080p output (Blu-ray Disc only) that provides smooth playback of video with a frame rate
of 60 frames per second (TV must be connected with an HDMI cable and be compatible with
1080p 60 frames per second).
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Java support that enables you to get the most out of the latest Blu-ray discs. When a BD disc
loads explore the title menu to enjoy these extra features.
Supported Discs
Disc Type
Logo
Note:
Blu-ray Disc
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Your player can play CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD-RWs,
and DVD-Rs recorded with UDF or ISO9660 format.
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Writeable DVDs (DVD-RW, DVD-R) must be finalized
(VR mode only).
DVD-video (DVD-
ROM)
Supported file extensions
DVD-RW
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.mp3 (high bit-rate or variable bit-rate .mp3 files may
not play back correctly)
DVD-R
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.jpeg
.jpg
Audio CDs (CDDA)
MP3/JPEG/Data CD
Region codes
Blu-ray Discs and DVDs have region codes to help prevent illegal distribution of discs. If the disc’s region
code does not match your player’s region code, the disc will not play. Your player’s region code is
displayed on the back of your player. The disc’s region code is displayed on the disc or disc packaging.
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Chapter 2 Basic Controls and Connections
Front
The controls on the front of your player are touch-sensitive. Just touch a finger anywhere on the front
panel and the controls will light up.
1. Standby/On ( )—Press to turn on your player or put your player in standby mode. When your
player is in standby mode, power is still entering your player. To disconnect all power, unplug the
power cord.
2. Remote Control Sensor—Point the remote control directly at this sensor for the best response
to the remote signal.
3. Disc Tray—Insert a disc with the label side up into this tray.
4. Open/Close (
) —Press to open or close the disc tray.
Note: Due to the nature of Blu-ray discs, it may take a moment for the disc tray to respond.
5. Play/Pause ( )—Press to start or pause playback.
6. Stop ( )—Press to stop playback, and then press to begin playback at the beginning of the
disc.
7. Previous (
)—Press to go to the previous title, chapter, or track.
8. Next (
)—Press to go to the next title, chapter, or track.
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Rear Panel Connections
1. VIDEO OUT—Connect a standard AV TV. For composite TVs, you will also need to connect
the red and white audio jacks (see #6 below) to the Analog L/R Audio Out jacks.
2. ANALOG L/R AUDIO OUT—Connect the audio for the TV you connected to the VIDEO OUT
or COMPONENT jack to these audio jacks. You can connect the audio for a component TV to a
sound system instead of to the TV.
3. COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT—Connect a sound system that has a coaxial audio jack.
4. USB—Connect a USB flash drive to view multimedia content or save BD-LiveTM Content.
5. POWER—Connect this cord into a power outlet.
6. COMPONENT (Y/CbPb/CrPr) —Connect a component video device, such as a TV. For
component TVs, you will also need to connect the red and white audio jacks (see #2 above) to
the Analog L/R Audio Out jacks.
7. HDMI—Connect a digital video and audio device, such as TV, to this all digital connector. No
additional audio connection is needed.
8. ETHERNET—Connect an Internet cable to this jack and to your home networks to access BD
Live Content.
9. OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT—Connect a sound system that has an optical audio jack.
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VIZIO Remote Control
Insertion of Batteries in the Remote Control
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Insert two AA batteries into the remote control. Make sure that you
match the (+) and (-) symbols on the batteries with the (+) and (-)
symbols inside the battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery cover.
Precautionary Tips for Inserting the Batteries:
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Only use the specified AA batteries.
Do not mix new and old batteries. This may result in cracking or
leakage that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury.
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Inserting the batteries incorrectly may also result in cracking or
leakage that may cause a fire or lead to personal injury.
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Dispose of batteries according to local hazardous waste regulations.
Keep the batteries away from children and pets.
Remote Control Range
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The effective range of the remote control is approximately 23 feet (7
meters) from the front of the remote control sensor, 30° to the left
and right, 30° up and down.
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Point the remote control at the remote control sensor to transmit the commands.
Do not place any obstacles between the remote control and the remote control sensor.
VIZIO Remote Control Precautions
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The remote control should be kept dry and away from heat sources. Avoid humidity.
If your player responds erratically to the remote control or does not respond at all, check the
batteries. If the batteries are low or exhausted, replace them with fresh batteries.
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When not using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries.
Do not take the batteries apart, heat them, or throw them into a fire.
Do not subject the remote control to undue physical stress, such as striking or dropping it.
Do not attempt to clean the remote control with a volatile solvent. Wipe it with a clean, damp
cloth.
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Remote Control Buttons
OPEN/CLOSE (
)—Press to open or close the disc
tray. Note: Due to the nature of Blu-ray discs, it may
take a moment for the disc tray to respond.
STANDBY/ON (
)—Press to turn your player on
from the Standby mode. Press it again to return to the
Standby mode.
A (red), B (green), C (yellow), D (blue)—Press to
control playback of Blu-ray Discs that have a Java™
application (BD-J). For more information, see the
documentation that came with the Blu-ray Disc.
SETUP—Press to open the setup menu to adjust
various options.
DISC MENU—Press to stop playback and return to
the main Blu-ray/DVD title menu. This button also
opens a menu to control playback of MP3 or JPEG
files.
!"# $—Press to navigate the disc menu when
playing a Blu-ray Disc or DVD. These buttons also
navigate the pop-up menu when playing MP3 or JPEG
files.
SELECT—Press to select an option after it has been
highlighted in the menu.
RETURN—During MP3 or JPEG playback, press to
return to the previous menu.
POPUP MENU/TITLE MENU—Press to open a menu
that lets you control Blu-ray Disc playback. This button
also opens the DVD menu (if available).
PREVIOUS ( )—Press to go to the previous title,
chapter, or track.
NEXT ( )—Press to go to the next title, chapter, or
track.
FAST REVERSE( )—Press repeatedly to increase
the fast reverse speed from Fast x2, Fast x4, Fast x8,
Fast x16, Fast x32, Fast x64, to Fast x128. Press to
resume playback.
Play/Pause ( )—Press to start or pause playback of
discs or multimedia files.
FAST FORWARD ( )—Press repeatedly to increase
the fast forward speed from Fast x 2, Fast x 4, Fast x
8, Fast x 16, Fast x 32, Fast x 64, to Fast x 128. Press
to resume playback. When viewing picture files,
press to change the slideshow speed from 5 seconds,
2 seconds, 1 second, to No Delay.
STOP ( )—Press to stop playback and then press
to begin playback at the beginning of the disc.
STEP (
)—Press to advance the disc one frame at a time. Press to resume normal playback.
VIZIO TV VOLUME DOWN (-)—If you have a VIZIO TV, press to turn the volume down on that TV.
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MUTE—If you have a VIZIO TV, press to mute the volume on that TV.
VIZIO TV VOLUME UP (+)—If you have a VIZIO TV, press to turn the volume up on that TV.
INFO—Press repeatedly to display this disc information: Title Elapsed, Title Remain, Chapter Elapsed,
Chapter Remain, and Display Off.
PIP—Press to turn picture-in-picture (PIP) mode on or off. PIP is only available on supported Blu-ray
discs.
SUBTITLE—Press to select a subtitle language. SUBTITLE XX/XX XXX appears on the screen. The first
XX shows the number of the current language. The next XX shows the total number of languages
available. XXX shows the letter abbreviation for the country. Press again to turn subtitles off.
AUDIO—Press to select the audio language (if multiple languages are available on the disc). When
pressed, XX/XX XXX appears on the screen. The first XX shows the current audio language number. The
next XX shows the total number of audio languages available. And XXX describes the current audio
language.
TV RES—Press to select the video resolution. Choose from: 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p, or HDMI
AUTO. Note: Setting a resolution your TV cannot support could result in an unstable picture or loss of
picture. Check your TV manual for guidance.
ANGLE—Press to select a viewing angle (if multiple angles are available on the disc). Angle X of X
appears on the screen. The first X shows the current viewing angle. The second X shows the total
number of viewing angles available.
A-B—Press to create a playback loop. Play the disc until it reaches the place where you want the loop to
start, and then press A-B. Play the disc until it reaches the place where you want the loop to stop, and
then press A-B again. Your player plays that loop continuously. Press A-B again to resume normal
playback.
REPEAT—Press once to repeat the current title. Press again to repeat the current chapter. Press a third
time to resume normal playback.
Number Button Pad—While searching, press to enter a title, chapter, track, or time. If the parental
control function is enabled, use these buttons to enter or set a password.
SEARCH—Press to search for a title, chapter, or specific time on a disc.
CANCEL—Press to clear an input error.
Chapter 3 Using Your Player for the First Time
1. Insert batteries into the remote control.
2. Connect a TV to your player (see Connecting Equipment for detailed steps).
3. Connect the power cord into an AC wall socket.
4. Turn on your player and TV.
5. Select the correct input on your TV for your player (i.e. HDMI, Component, AV, etc.).
6. Press
to open the disc tray, place a disc with the label side up and then press
to close the
tray. Playback starts automatically.
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Chapter 4 Connecting Equipment
Which Video Connection Should I Use?
You have three options for connecting your TV to your Blu-ray DVD Player: HDMI, Component, or
Composite. Based on your home theater configuration, you can decide which option is the right one for
you.
High-definition video is only available through HDMI and Component connections. To view high-definition
content, your TV must support high-definition video. Consult your TV user manual regarding high-
definition video support.
Connection
Quality (type)
Connector
Description
Best
HDMI provides a digital interface between your Blu-ray DVD Player
and your TV over a single cable.
(digital)
Component video provides a sharper image than composite video
because the three video signals are transmitted via three separate
channels.
Better
(analog)
Composite (AV) - All three video signals are combined into one
channel, thus making the image less sharp than Component.
Compatible
(analog)
High definition video is not supported through Composite. Your
player will only output 480i.
Note:
To maintain the display quality, use a VIZIO certified HDMI cable. This cable is available in 6, 8, and 12
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Connecting to a TV
Using HDMI (Best)
HDMI with no home theater sound system
1. Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI IN jack on your TV to the HDMI jack on the back of
your player.
2. Turn on the power to your player.
3. Select the HDMI input on your TV to view the disc.
HDMI with a home theater sound system
1. Connect an HDMI cable from the HDMI jack on your player to the HDMI IN jack on the home
theater system.
2. Use another HDMI cable (not supplied) to connect the HDMI OUT on the home theater
system to the HDMI IN on the TV.
3. Turn on the power to your player.
4. Select the HDMI input on your TV to view the disc.
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Using Component Video (Better)
Component Video with no home theater sound system
1. Connect the component cables (green, blue, and red) from your TV to the COMPONENT
jacks on the back of your player.
2. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your TV to the adjacent ANALOG L/R AUDIO
OUT jacks on the back of your player.
3. Turn on the power to your player.
4. Select the Component input on your TV to view the disc.
Component Video with a home theater sound system using analog audio
1. Connect the component cables (green, blue, and red) from your TV to the COMPONENT
jacks on the back of your player.
2. Connect the audio cables (white and red) from your TV to the ANALOG L/R AUDIO OUT
jacks on the home theater system.
3. Turn on the power to your player.
4. Select the Component input on your TV to view the disc.
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Component Video with a home theater sound system using digital audio
Your Blu-ray Player has two digital audio jacks: coaxial and optical. If your home theater system
is equipped with one of these jacks, connect your digital home theater system from your player to
one of these jacks. To determine which type of digital jack your sound system has, see the
documentation that came with your home theater system.
1. Connect the component cables (green, blue, and red) from your TV to the COMPONENT
jacks on the back of your player.
2. Connect a coaxial digital audio cable (not provided) from the COAXIAL DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT jack on the back of your player to the COAXIAL IN jack on the home theater system.
OR
Connect an optical digital audio cable (not included) from the OPTICAL DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT jack on the back of your player to the OPTICAL IN jack on the home theater system.
3. Turn on the power to your player.
4. Select the Component input on your TV to view the disc.
Using Composite (AV) Video (Compatible)
1. Connect the video cable (yellow) from your TV to the VIDEO OUT jack (yellow) on the back
of your player.
2. Connect the audio cables (white and red) on your TV to the corresponding ANALOG L/R
AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of your player.
3. Turn on your player and set-top box.
4. Select the AV input on your TV to view the disc.
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Ethernet Connection
The Ethernet function on the Blu-ray player is used to access BD-LiveTM content. BD-LiveTM is available
on supported discs – check for the BD-LiveTM logo and consult the documentation that came with the Blu-
ray disc.
1. Insert a USB storage device into the USB port on the back of your player. The USB storage
device must be 1GB or larger that is formatted to FAT32.
2. Connect one end of an Ethernet cable (not supplied) to the Ethernet jack on your player.
3. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your home network (usually your router). Your
home network must have broadband Internet access such as cable or DSL.
USB Connection
The USB port on the Blu-ray player has two functions:
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Accesses BD-LiveTM content on BD-LiveTM supported discs (see Accessing BD-LiveTM Content).
Plays multimedia files such as pictures and music that are stored on the USB device.
Note: The USB storage device should be 1GB or larger with at least 1GB of free space and formatted
FAT32. NTFS and other file systems are not supported.
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Chapter 5 Playing a Disc
1. Connect a TV to your player (see Connecting Equipment for detailed steps).
2. Connect the power cord into an AC wall socket.
3. Turn on your player and TV.
4. Select the correct input on your TV for your player (i.e. HDMI, Component, AV, etc.).
5. Press
to open the disc tray, place a disc with the label side up and then press
to close the
tray. Playback starts automatically.
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Press to pause playback. Press it again to resume playback.
Press to stop playback and then press
Repeatedly press or to fast forward or fast reverse the speed from Fast x 2, Fast
x 4, Fast x 8, Fast x 16, Fast x 32, Fast x 64, to Fast x 128. Press to resume playback.
Press once to go to the beginning of the current chapter or track. Press twice to
to begin playback at the beginning of the disc.
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go to the previous chapter or track.
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Press to go to the next title, chapter, or track.
Repeatedly press
resume playback.
to advance the disc forward one frame at a time. Press to
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To open a menu, press POPUP MENU/TITLE MENU, press !"#, or $ to select an
option, and then press SELECT.
6. When you are finished playing the disc, press
to remove the disc.
Notes:
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If
appears on the screen, the operation you are trying to do is not allowed by your player or the
disc. For example, most discs will not allow you to fast forward through the warning information at
the beginning of a movie.
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Due to the nature of Blu-ray discs, the Eject function may take a moment to respond.
Some Blu-ray Discs and DVDs play movie trailers before the movie. You can skip these trailers
by pressing or DISC MENU on the remote control.
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Chapter 6 Accessing BD-LiveTM Content
BD-LiveTM allows you to download additional content for your Blu-ray movie using your Internet
connection.
Add features beyond what came with the disc. BD-Live™ is available on supported discs. Look for the
BD-Live™ logo and consult the documentation that came with the Blu-ray disc.
1. Connect a TV to your player (see Connecting Equipment for detailed steps).
2. Connect the power cord into an AC wall socket.
3. Turn on your player and TV.
4. Select the correct input on your TV for your player (i.e. HDMI, Component, AV, etc.).
5. Connect your Blu-ray player to your home network (see Ethernet Connection).
6. Connect a USB storage device to the USB port on the back of your player.
Note: The USB device should be 1GB or larger with at least 1GB of free
space and formatted FAT32. NTFS and other file systems are not supported.
7. Turn on your player and TV.
8. Press
to open the disc tray.
to open the disc tray, place a BD-LiveTM capable disc on the tray
9. Press
with the label facing up and then press
seconds for the disc to load.
to close the tray. It may take a few
10. If the disc menu does not display, wait for the movie to begin playing and then
press DISC MENU.
11. Press !"# or $ to select the BD-LiveTM option (most often found under Special Features),
and then press SELECT. Depending on the speed of your Internet connection, it may take
several seconds to connect to the BD-LiveTM content.
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Chapter 7 Viewing Pictures
Using the Picture Menu
1. Turn on your player.
2. Insert a disc or connect a USB device containing picture files to
your player. If a DVD movie is not in the disc tray, the Settings
menu will be displayed. If a DVD movie is in the disc tray, press
SETUP to display the Settings menu.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control to select Pictures, and then
press SELECT.
4. Press ! or " to select the device containing your files, and
then press SELECT. Choose USB1 or Optical Disc. If you have
created a Playlist, you can choose that option instead.
Thumbnails of the pictures on that device are displayed.
5. Press !"# or $ to scroll through the thumbnails.
6. Press # to select a menu option.
Add all to playlist
Add all of the pictures on the selected device to a playlist.
Pictures that are in the playlist will have a white shadow behind
them. After all of the pictures have been added to the playlist,
this option changes to Remove all from playlist.
Previous folder
Return to the menu displaying the devices that are connected to your player that contain picture files.
Play Files
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Play All: Plays all the picture files on any device that is connected to your player.
Play Selection: Plays all of the pictures in the Playlist.
Play Current Folder: Plays all the picture files on the device you selected in Step 4 above.
Cancel: Close the menu.
Browse Music
Go to the Music menu. The menu showing the devices connected to your player that contains music
files is displayed.
Now Playing
When music is playing, the track number and progress indicator is displayed in this area.
Controlling Picture Playback
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!
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Press to pause playback. Press it again to resume playback.
Press to stop playback and return to the menu.
Press
to change the slideshow speed from 5 seconds, 2 seconds, 1 second, to No Delay.
Press RETURN to go back to the previous menu.
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Using Playlist for Pictures
Create a Playlist
You can add pictures to a playlist from any of the devices you have connected to your player.
Pictures that are in the playlist will have a white shadow behind them.
1. Turn on your player.
2. Insert a disc or connect a USB device containing picture files to your player. If a DVD movie
is not in the disc tray, the Settings menu will be displayed. If a DVD movie is in the disc tray,
press SETUP to display the Settings menu.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control to select Pictures, and then press SELECT.
4. Press ! or " to select the device containing your files, and then press SELECT. Choose
USB1 or Optical Disc. Thumbnails of the pictures on that device are displayed.
5. Press !"# or $ to highlight the thumbnail of the picture you want to add to the playlist
and press SELECT. A menu will be displayed to the right. Press ! or " to select Add to
Playlist and then press SELECT.
OR
From the Pictures menu press #, press ! or "select Add all to playlist, and then press
SELECT to add all of the pictures on the selected device to the playlist.
Play the Playlist
1. Create a playlist.
2. From the Pictures menu, press # to select Play Files and then press SELECT.
3. Press ! or " to select Play Selection and then press SELECT.
Delete Pictures from the Playlist
You can delete individual pictures from the playlist or you can delete the entire contents of the playlist.
Pictures that are in the playlist will have a white shadow behind them.
1. Turn on your player.
2. Insert a disc or connect a USB device containing picture files to your player. If a DVD movie
is not in the disc tray, the Settings menu will be displayed. If a DVD movie is in the disc tray,
press SETUP to display the Settings menu.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control to select Pictures, and then press SELECT.
4. Press ! or " to select the device containing your files, and then press SELECT. Choose
USB1 or Optical Disc. Thumbnails of the pictures on that device are displayed.
5. Press !"# or $ to highlight the thumbnail of the picture you want to add to the playlist
and press SELECT. A menu will be displayed to the right. Press ! or " to select Remove
from Playlist and then press SELECT.
OR
From the Pictures menu, press #, press ! or "to select Remove all from playlist, and then
press SELECT to remove all of the pictures on the selected device from the playlist.
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Chapter 8 Playing Music files
Using the Music Menu
1. Turn on your player.
2. Insert a disc or connect a USB device containing picture files to
your player. If a DVD movie is not in the disc tray, the Settings
menu will be displayed. If a DVD movie is in the disc tray, press
SETUP to display the Settings menu.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control to select Music, and then
press SELECT.
4. Press ! or " to select the device containing your files, and
then press SELECT. Choose USB1 or Optical Disc. If you have
created a Playlist, you can choose that option instead.
Thumbnails of the songs on that device are displayed.
5. Press !"# or $ to scroll through the thumbnails.
6. Press # to select a menu option.
Add all to playlist
Add all of the songs on the selected device to a playlist.
Songs that are in the playlist will have a white shadow behind
them. After all of the songs have been added to the playlist,
this option changes to Remove all from playlist.
Previous folder
Return to the menu displaying the devices that are connected to your player that contain music files.
Play Files
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Play All: Plays all the songs on any device that is connected to your player.
Play Selection: Plays all of the songs in the Playlist.
Play Current Folder: Plays all the songs on the device you selected in Step 4 above.
Cancel: Close the menu.
Browse Pictures
Go to the Pictures menu. The menu showing the devices connected to your player that contains
picture files is displayed.
Now Playing
Display information about the song currently playing.
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Playing Songs
1. Turn on your player.
2. Insert a disc or connect a USB device containing music files to your player. If a DVD movie is not
in the disc tray, the Settings menu will be displayed. If a DVD movie is in the disc tray, press
SETUP to display the Settings menu.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control to select Music, and then press SELECT.
4. Press ! or " to select the device containing your files, and then press SELECT. Choose USB1
or Optical Disc. If you have created a Playlist, you can choose that option instead.
5. Press ! or " to select the music file. Information about the song such as title, artist, and album,
is displayed.
6. Press SELECT. A sub-menu is displayed.
7. Press ! or " to select Play File.
8. Press SELECT to begin playing the song. Information about the song is displayed.
Controlling music playback
!
Press $II to pause playback. Press it again to resume playback.
!
!
!
!
!
Press ! to stop playback and return to the song menu.
Press
Press
Press
or
to fast forward or fast reverse. Press $II to resume playback.
once to go to the beginning of the current file. Press
twice to go to the previous file.
to go to the next file.
Press RETURN to go back to the previous menu.
Using Playlists for Songs
Create a Playlist
You can add songs to a playlist from any of the devices you have connected to your player. Songs that
are in the playlist will have a white shadow behind them.
1. Turn on your player.
2. Insert a disc or connect a USB device containing music files to your player. If a DVD movie is not
in the disc tray, the Settings menu will be displayed. If a DVD movie is in the disc tray, press
SETUP to display the Settings menu.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control to select Music, and then press SELECT.
4. Press ! or " to select the device containing your files, and then press SELECT. Choose USB1
or Optical Disc. Thumbnails of the pictures on that device are displayed.
9. Press ! or " to select the music file. Information about the song such as title, artist, and album,
is displayed.
5. Press SELECT. A sub-menu is displayed. Press ! or " to select Add to Playlist and then press
SELECT.
OR
From the Music menu press #, press ! or "select Add all to playlist, and then press SELECT
to add all of the songs on the selected device to the playlist.
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Play the Playlist
1. Create a playlist.
2. From the Music menu, press # to select Play Files and then press SELECT.
3. Press ! or " to select Play Selection and then press SELECT.
Delete Songs from the Playlist
You can delete individual songs from the playlist or you can delete the entire contents of the playlist.
Songs that are in the playlist will have a white shadow behind them.
1. Turn on your player.
2. Insert a disc or connect a USB device containing picture files to your player. If a DVD movie is not
in the disc tray, the Settings menu will be displayed. If a DVD movie is in the disc tray, press
SETUP to display the Settings menu.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control to select Music, and then press SELECT.
4. Press ! or " to select the device containing your files, and then press SELECT. Choose USB1
or Optical Disc. Thumbnails of the songs on that device are displayed.
5. Press !"# or $ to highlight the thumbnail of the song you want to add to the playlist and
press SELECT. A menu will be displayed to the right. Press ! or " to select Remove from
Playlist and then press SELECT.
OR
From the Music menu, press #, press ! or "to select Remove all from playlist, and then press
SELECT to remove all of the songs on the selected device from the playlist.
Chapter 9 Adjusting Blu-ray DVD Player Settings
The Settings menu allows you to adjust language, display, audio, and other settings. Your player will save
changes made to the settings, even when your player is turned off.
1. Press SETUP.
2. Press ! or " to select Settings
and the Display menu will be shown
on the screen.
3. Press ! or " to select one of the
menus:
!
!
!
!
!
!
Display
Audio
Language
Parental
System
Network
4. Press # to move to the list of sub-menu options.
5. Press ! or " to highlight an option, and then press #.
6. Press ! or " to make your selection and then press SELECT.
7. Press RETURN once to return to the sub-menu OR press SETUP to exit the Settings menu.
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Display Menu
1. Press the SETUP button on the
remote control.
2. Press ! or " to select Settings.
3. Press ! or " on the remote
control to select Display.
4. Press # to move to the list of
options.
5. Press ! or " to highlight an option,
and then press #.
6. Press ! or " to make your
selection and then press SELECT.
7. Press RETURN once to return to
the sub-menu OR press SETUP to exit the Settings menu.
HDMI Status
This option shows you if an HDMI device is connected or not. This is not a setting that you adjust. It is for
information only.
HDMI preferred Format
This option displays the best HDMI performance the HDTV is capable of producing. This is not a setting
that you adjust. It is for information only.
TV Type
Select NTSC for TVs purchased in North America. Select PAL for TVs purchased in other parts of the
world such as Europe or Japan.
Resolution
Select the video output resolution option that best fits the type of TV you have connected to your player:
!
!
HDMI Auto—Automatically sets the resolution if the TV is connected to the HDMI jack
1080p—Select if the TV is a HDTV that can display 1080p (any frame rate) and is connected to
the HDMI jack
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!
!
!
1080i—Select if the TV is a HDTV capable of 1080i only
720p—Select if the TV is a HDTV capable of 720p only
480p—Select if the TV is an EDTV (enhanced-definition TV)
480i—Select if the TV is standard definition NTSC TV
Note:
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!
!
Only the HDMI jack supports 1080p video output at any frame rate.
The component jacks are limited to 1080i.
The composite jacks are limited to 480i.
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TV Aspect
Choose from 16:9 Wide, 16:9 Pillarbox, 4:3 Pan and Scan, or 4:3 Letterbox to set the picture size. If
you have a wide-screen TV, select one of the 16:9 aspect ratios. If you have a standard TV, select one of
the 4:3 aspect ratios.
TV Aspect Menu Selection
If your TV is more rectangular (16:9), choose:
If your TV is more square (4:3), choose:
16:9 Wide
16:9 Pillarbox
4:3 Pan and Scan
4:3 Letterbox
Disc Contents
Movie will be shown
in rectangular “wide”
aspect ratio
(Horizontal bars will
be shown
above/below movie)
Episode will be shown
in rectangular “wide”
aspect ratio
(Horizontal bars will
be shown
Center of movie will be
shown on TV. Left and
right portions of movie
contents will not be
shown
Movie in
widescreen
format
Movie will fill entire
screen
No effect - Movie will fill
entire screen
Center of episode will
be shown on TV. Left
and right portions of
episode contents will
not be shown
HD television
episodes in
widescreen
format
Episode will fill entire
screen
No effect – Episode will
fill entire screen
above/below episode)
Episode will be shown
in center of screen.
Vertical bars will appear
on sides of screen
SD (4:3)
television
episodes
Episode will be
stretched horizontally
to fit entire screen
No effect—Episode will No effect—Episode
fill entire screen
will fill entire screen
Cropped Movie
(Movie put on
disc in 4:3
aspect
Movie will be shown in
center of screen.
Vertical bars will appear
on sides of screen
Movie will be
stretched Horizontally
to fit entire screen
No effect—Cropped
movie will fill entire
screen
No effect—Cropped
movie will fill entire
screen
ratio)
Note: Setting your player for one of the 16:9 settings when connected to a 4:3 TV could result in the
inability to see video on your TV.
Film Mode (1080p24)
Choose from On or Off. Many movies recorded on Blu-ray discs are recorded at 24 frames per second
but not all TVs can display 24 frames per second. If this is the case with your TV, turn Film Mode Off.
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Audio Menu
1. Press the SETUP button on the remote
control.
2. Press ! or " to select Settings.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control to
select Audio.
4. Press # to move to the list of options.
5. Press ! or " to highlight an option, and
then press #.
6. Press ! or " to make your selection and
then press SELECT.
7. Press RETURN once to return to the sub-
menu OR press SETUP to exit the
Settings menu.
PCM Downsampling
Select from 96KHz, 48KH, or Off. When connecting DIGITAL AUDIO OUT on your player to a surround
sound audio receiver, set the PCM downsampling rate to match your audio receiver capabilities. Consult
your audio receiver documentation for details on PCM sampling.
Digital Output
Select from PCM, Bitstream HD, Bitstream Legacy, or Bitstream Mixed.
!
PCM sends mixed digital audio over HDMI in 7.1 channel PCM (if supported by HDMI device)
and SPDIF in two-channel PCM format.
!
Bitstream HD sends the bitstream from the disc over HDMI and SPDIF using the highest quality
possible. HDMI has higher quality capabilities with advanced audio codecs like Dolby TruHD and
DTS-HD. Blu-ray disc audio is limited to the soundtrack for the main movie and does not send
PIP audio or audio effects.
!
!
Bitstream Legacy sends the audio from the disc over HDMI or SPDIF using legacy DVD audio
formats. Blu-ray disc audio is limited to the soundtrack for main movie and does not send PIP
audio or audio effects.
Bitstream Mixed sends mixed disc audio streams (including director’s commentary and PIP
audio, if enabled, and menu sound effects) in a single DTS bitstream. Use this option if you want
to enjoy mixed Blu-ray Disc audio in surround sound.
Dynamic Range Control
This option is only active when a Dolby Digital signal is detected. If movie soundtracks are played at low
volume or from smaller speakers and you set this option to On, your player applies appropriate
compression to make low-level content more intelligible and prevents dramatic passages from getting too
loud. If set to Off, listen to movies at the dynamic range in which they were recorded. Selecting Auto
turns on the Dynamic range control for all BD movie soundtracks except Dolby TruHD. If you have
selected a Dolby TruHD track on the BD disc, Auto tells the BD player to only turn on dynamic range
control if information embedded in the Dolby TruHD sound track tells it to do so.
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Language Menu
1. Press the SETUP button on the
remote control.
2. Press ! or " to select Settings.
3. Press ! or " on the remote
control to select Language.
4. Press # to move to the list of
options.
5. Press ! or " to highlight an option,
and then press #.
6. Press ! or " to make your
selection and then press SELECT.
7. Press RETURN once to return to the sub-menu OR press SETUP to exit the Settings menu.
OSD
Select the Settings menu language. Choose from English, French, or Spanish.
Menu
Select the disc menu language. The number of languages depends on the disc. Most discs have only one
language available.
Audio
Select the disc audio language. The number of languages depends on the disc. Some discs do not allow
you to select the audio language from the Settings menu.
Subtitle
Select the disc subtitle. The number of languages depends on the disc. Some discs do not allow you to
select the subtitle language from the Settings menu.
Parental Menu
1. Press the SETUP button on the
remote control.
2. Press ! or " to select Settings.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control
to select Parental.
4. Press # to move to the list of options.
5. Enter your password. The default
password set in the factory is 0 0 0 0.
6. Press ! or " to select OK, and then
press SELECT.
7. Press ! or " to highlight an option,
and then press #.
8. Press ! or " to make your selection and then press SELECT.
9. Press RETURN once to return to the sub-menu OR press SETUP to exit the Settings menu.
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Parental Country
Select to set the preferred country region language as the default when playing Blu-ray discs, if the disc
supports that language.
Parental Control
Turn parental controls on or off. Selected programs, movies, and channels can only be viewed after you
enter the password. Choose from On or Off. This option must be set to On to change other parental
control options.
Parental Level
Select one of the following parental ratings to restrict program viewing on DVDs:
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!
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!
!
!
!
1 [Kid Safe]—Suitable for all children
2 [G]—General audiences
3 [PG]—Parental guidance suggested
4 [PG-13]—Not suitable for anyone under 13
5 [PG-R]—Parental guidance recommended
6 [R]—Not suitable for anyone under 17 unless supervised by a parent or adult guardian
7 [NC-17]—Not suitable for anyone under 17
8 [Adult]—All DVDs can be played
Note: The parental ratings apply only to DVDs and do not apply to Blu-ray discs.
Parental Password
To change the password, enter a new, 4-digit password using the number buttons on the remote. The
default password is 0 0 0 0. Press " to select OK, and then press SELECT.
Note: The System Reset feature will reset the password, but it will also reset all settings you may have
changed.
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System Menu
1. Press the SETUP button on the
remote control.
2. Press ! or " to select Settings.
3. Press ! or " on the remote
control to select System.
4. Press # to move to the list of
options.
5. Press ! or " to highlight an
option, and then press #.
6. Press ! or " to make your
selection and then press
SELECT.
7. Press RETURN once to return to the sub-menu OR press SETUP to exit the Settings menu.
Optical Disc AutoPlay
Turn this option On if you would like to automatically start playback when a disc is inserted. Select Off if
you do not.
BD-LiveTM Internet Access
Control your player’s access to websites for downloading BD-LiveTM content.
!
Limit Access will only allow your player to download content from a website which has a valid
online certificate. This will reduce the chances of downloading malicious content onto your player.
Always Allow Access allows your player to download content from any BD-LiveTM website
whose Internet address is encoded onto the BD Disc. There is no danger of malicious code
download from valid commercial BD discs, but choosing this option and downloading BD-LiveTM
content via illegally authored BD discs, or discs obtained from questionable sources, could result
in malicious code being downloaded onto your player.
!
!
Prohibit Access prevents your player from downloading content from any BD-LiveTM website.
BD-LiveTM Internet Storage
Show the available capacity for BD-LiveTM storage. You can also select BD-LiveTM files to delete.
Erase Blu-ray Storage
Select to delete saved BD-LiveTM files.
Screen Saver Duration
Set the length time your player is idle before the screen saver (black screen) begins. Choose from 5, 10,
20, or 30 minutes. When set to OFF, the screen saver will not begin.
Reset Settings
Use this function to reset your player to the default factory settings.
The screen will display a message to confirm that you want to reset the values to factory settings.
Note: This DOES reset the Parental Control Password.
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Network Menu
1. Press the SETUP button on the remote control.
2. Press ! or " to select Settings.
3. Press ! or " on the remote control
to select Network.
4. Press # to move to the list of options.
5. Press ! or " to highlight an option,
and then press #.
6. Press ! or " to make your selection
and then press SELECT.
7. Press RETURN once to return to the
sub-menu OR press SETUP to exit
the Settings menu.
Wired
Link Status
This option shows if the network is connected or not. This is not
a setting that you adjust. It is for information only.
IP Mode
Select from Dynamic, Manual, or Off. When set to Dynamic an
IP address is automatically assigned. Select Manual to change
the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, Primary DNS, and
Secondary DNS settings. When set to Off no IP address is
entered. Consult your router user manual or Internet service
provider for more information on dynamic or manual IP address
settings.
Network Test
Test to see if the network connection is working correctly.
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Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Maintenance
Cleaning the Housing and Remote Control
!
!
Use a soft cloth for cleaning.
Do not use chemicals or abrasive cleaners because they can damage the finish.
General guidelines
!
!
The top and back panels of your player may become hot after a long period of use.
Remove the disc and put your player into standby mode when you are not using your player.
Condensation
!
If condensation forms inside your player, your player will not work correctly. Turn on your player,
remove the disc, leave the tray open, and then leave your player on for two to three hours.
!
To minimize condensation problems, keep the power cord connected to a power outlet.
Storing discs
!
!
Do not store discs in a place that is exposed to direct sunlight or heat.
Do not store discs in a place that is exposed to moisture and dust, such as a bathroom or near a
humidifier.
!
Store discs vertically in their cases. Stacking discs or placing objects on discs when not in their
cases may cause warping.
Cleaning & Handling discs
!
!
!
Before playback, wipe the disc outwards from the center (not in a circle) with clean, lint-free cloth.
To keep a disc clean, do not touch the play side of the disc.
Do not attach paper or tape to the disc.
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FAQ & Troubleshooting
If your player fails or the performance changes dramatically, check the FAQ and Troubleshooting
solutions below. If your player still fails to perform as expected, contact VIZIO by calling 1-877-MYVIZIO
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Answer
How do I play multi-channel
surround sound?
!
!
Connect a home theater system to the HDMI, DIGITAL OPTICAL AUDIO OUT,
or DIGITAL COAXIAL AUDIO OUT.
Can I connect headphones or
speakers to my player?
You cannot connect headphones and speakers directly to your player. If you
want to use headphones or speakers, connect a sound system to your player,
and then connect the speakers or headphones to the sound system.
My TV has Composite In,
Component In, and HDMI In
jacks. Which should I use to
connect my player?
!
!
HDMI video provides the best picture and should be the first choice if your TV
has HDMI jacks.
Component video is the next best choice and provides a better picture than
composite video.
!
!
A high-definition picture is not possible using the composite video output.
Can I play Blu-ray Discs or
You can play the discs if the video was recorded in standard NTSC format. You
cannot play:
DVDs that I bought in another
country?
o
o
Blu-ray Discs that do not have a region code of A
DVDs that do not have a region code of 1 or ALL
Can I play Blu-ray Discs or
DVDs that do not have region
codes?
!
!
The region management information for Blu-ray discs and DVDs video proves
that the disc conforms to industry standards. You cannot play discs that do not
conform to industry standards or do not have a region code.
What types of discs will my
player play?
Your player can play the following discs:
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Blu-ray Disc
DVD
Audio CD
DVD-R/RW (DVD video format and DVD video recording format)
DVD-R DL (DVD video format and DVD video recording format)
DVD+R
DVD+RW
DVD+R DL
!
Your player can also play CD-Rs and CD-RWs that have been recorded in one
of the following standards:
o
o
o
CD-DA
MP3
JPEG
!
!
You must close the session when you record CDs.
You cannot record discs with your player.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Power Problems
Solution
No power.
!
!
!
Make sure the power is ON.
Make sure the AC power cord is securely connected to the AC socket.
Plug another electrical device into the power outlet to verify that the outlet is
working.
Player switches to standby
mode.
!
If your player has not received a signal for several seconds, it automatically
goes into standby mode to save power. Press
standby mode.
to take your player out of
Operating Problems
Solution
Remote control does not
work.
!
!
!
Point the remote directly at the remote sensor on your player.
Remove any obstacles between the remote control and the remote sensor.
Make sure that bright light does not shine on the remote control sensor or that
colored glass is not in front of the sensor. Bright light and colored glass can
interfere with signal reception.
!
!
Replace dead batteries with new ones.
Player does not work.
If you see , the action you are trying to do is not allowed by your player or the
disc.
!
A built-in safety device may have been activated. Press
player to turn it off, and then turn it on again. If your player still does not turn on,
unplug the power cord, wait about one minute, plug it in again, and then press
on the front of your
on the front of your player.
!
Condensation may have formed inside your player. Turn on your player,
remove the disc, leave the tray open, and then leave your player on for two to
three hours.
Blu-ray Disc or DVD does not
play.
!
!
!
Make sure that the disc has the same region code as your player.
Make sure that the disc is not dirty or defective.
The Parental Controls rating may be blocking the disc. Enter the 4-digit
password.
!
!
Some Blu-ray Discs can only be output with HDMI.
Receive the error message
“No Signal” on my TV.
Press the input or source button on the TV remote control to select the input
source for your player.
Playback will not start, or
playback starts then stops.
!
!
!
Make sure that the disc is inserted with the label facing up.
Make sure that the disc is not dirty or defective.
The disc may be blank or not compatible with your player. For a list of
compatible discs, see “Playable discs.”
Subtitles do not display.
!
!
Subtitles are not recorded on the disc.
Turn the subtitles on.
Resume feature does not
work.
!
!
Resume information is lost when you press or when you open the disc tray.
Some discs do not support the resume feature.
Startup is slow.
!
!
Startup may be slow if your player is connected to the TV with an HDMI cable.
Startup may be slow the first time you plug in the power cord or after a power
failure.
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Operating Problems
Solution
Disc tray opens automatically
while playing a disc.
!
!
!
Make sure that the disc is not dirty or defective.
Make sure there are no obstacles blocking the tray.
The disc may be blank or not compatible with your player. For a list of
compatible discs, see “Playable discs”.
!
!
!
Press , wait five seconds and then press
Clean the disc if it is dirty.
again to reset your player.
The player is on and displays
the start logo and menu, but
there is no image from the
disc.
Press , wait five seconds, and then press
again to reset your player.
The player freezes when
reading a CD-R or DVD-R.
!
When you see “loading” on the screen, press , remove the disc and clean it
and then try again.
Audio Problems
Solution
No sound.
!
!
!
!
Press Volume + (Up) on the TV remote control.
Press MUTE on the TV remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON.
Make sure headphones are not connected to the TV or home theater system.
Check the audio connections of external devices that may be connected.
Audio pauses momentarily.
!
!
This occurs normally between play list chapters or scenes.
Audio momentarily pauses when your player switches between layers on a
dual-layer disc.
You can see a picture but you
cannot hear sound.
!
!
!
!
!
!
Press Volume + (Up) on the TV remote control.
Press MUTE on the TV remote control to make sure that MUTE is not ON.
Press AUDIO to select the audio.
Make sure headphones are not connected to the TV or home theater system.
Check the audio connections of external devices that may be connected.
Audio may not be heard when more than four devices are connected with HDMI
cables. Reduce the number of connected devices.
Cannot switch audio.
Incorrect audio type.
!
!
Some discs do not let you change the audio.
When connecting a home theater system using a coaxial digital cable, optical
digital audio cable, or an HDMI cable, set Digital Audio Output to PCM or
connect the home theater system using a standard audio cable.
!
Depending on the connected equipment, not all audio tracks may be available if
your player is connected with an HDMI cable and the TV or receiver does not
support the audio track selected.
!
!
Sound effects are only sent to the audio outputs (HDMI jack or the DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT jack) if Bitstream Mixed is selected from the audio menu.
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TruHD, and DTS-HD cannot be output from the
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks. Instead, these BD audio tracks, if present, are
output as Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Surround bitstreams. (The HDMI still
outputs Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TruHD, and DTS-HD bitstreams, as long as
the HDMI receiver supports these formats).
!
Some audio tracks may be changed prior to being sent to the audio jack,
depending on the Audio settings and the receiver capabilities. For instance,
selecting “Bitstream Mixed” will cause the BD player to output a (remixed) DTS
stream, regardless of the audio track selected.
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Video Problems
Solution
Video is not in high-definition.
!
!
!
Connect the TV using HDMI or Component video. Composite video cannot
output in high-definition.
If you have connected the TV to the HDMI or component video jacks, make
sure that you have selected the correct resolution in the setup menu.
Almost all commercial DVDs (but not Blu-ray discs) limit component video
resolution to 480p. Upscaling of commercial DVD content is only possible over
HDMI.
!
Your TV is not capable of displaying HD video. Consult your TV documentation.
This occurs normally between play list chapters or scenes.
Video pauses momentarily.
!
!
Video momentarily pauses when your player switches between layers on a
dual-layer disc.
4:3 aspect ratio picture
expands left and right or
screen size is incorrect.
!
!
!
Use the TV to change the aspect ratio. See the documentation that came with
the TV.
If the TV is connected to the component video jacks, set TV Aspect to 4:3 Pan
& Scan.
If the TV is connected to HDMI, set the TV Aspect to 16:9.
Make sure the power is ON.
The screen is black.
!
!
Press the input or source button on the TV remote control to select the input
source for your player.
!
!
Check the connections of external devices that may be connected.
Make sure that the disc is not dirty or defective.
!
!
Press , wait five seconds, and then press
again to reset your player.
PIP does not work with a
Blu-ray Disc.
Make sure that the Blu-ray disc allows PIP. See the documentation that came
with the disc.
Cannot change the viewing
angle.
!
Not all discs or scenes are recorded with multiple viewing angles.
Power is ON but there is no
image on the screen.
!
!
!
Check the connections of external devices that may be connected.
Adjust brightness, contrast, or backlight on the TV.
Press the input or source button on the TV remote control to select the input
source for your player.
The picture is distorted.
!
!
Press , wait five seconds, and then press
again.
Check the video cables to make sure they are securely connected.
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BD-LiveTM & USB
Problems
Solution
Cannot connect to the
Internet.
!
!
!
Make sure the Internet connection is setup correctly. For more information, see
the Ethernet Connection section.
Test the Internet connection to make sure it is working. For more information,
see the Network Menu section.
Make sure the BD-LiveTM Internet Access option is not set to Prohibit Access.
For more information, see the System menu section.
!
!
Make sure the disc you are playing is a legal copy.
Connected to BD-LiveTM, but
cannot download files.
Test the Internet connection to make sure it is working. For more information,
see the Network Menu section.
!
The USB storage device should be 1GB or larger with at least 1GB of free
space and formatted FAT32. NTFS and other file systems are not supported.
!
!
Try a different USB drive.
Downloaded files keep
pausing during playback.
Make sure the USB storage device is a USB 2.0 device. If the device is a USB
1.1 device, pausing can occur.
Telephone & Technical Support
Products are often returned due to a technical problem rather than a defective product that may result in
unnecessary shipping charges billed to you. Our trained support personnel can often resolve the problem
over the phone. For more information on warranty service or repair, after the warranty period, please
contact our Support Department at the number below.
Customer support and quality service are integral parts of VIZIO’s commitment to service excellence.
For technical assistance contact our VIZIO Technical Support Department via email or phone.
(877) 698-4946 Fax: (949) 585-9563
Hours of operation: Monday - Friday: 6 am to 9 pm
Saturday – Sunday: 8 am to 4 pm
Please have your VIZIO model number, serial number, and date of purchase available before you call.
VIZIO
Address:
39 Tesla
Irvine, CA 92618, USA
Telephone: (949) 428-2525 Fax: 949-585-9514
Web: www.vizio.com
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Specifications
Playable media BD-ROM, BD-JAVA 1.1, DVD-video, DVD+RW/+R, DVD-RW/-R, CD-RW/-R
Resolution Blu-ray Disc Resolutions of 1080p (HDMI Out) 1080i / 720p / 480i / 480p (HDMI/Component Out)
Supported DVD, DVD-R, DVD-RW Selectable Resolutions of 1080p (HDMI) 1080i / 720p / 480i / 480p
(HDMI/Component Out),
Video Features HDCP, HDMI 1.3c, MPEG-2/VC-1, H.264/AVC, Macrovision 7.1/Macrovision ACP, 108MHz/10-bit
Video D/A Converter
Audio Features CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 CD Support, 192KHz/24-bit Audio D/A Converter, 7.1 Digital Audio via
HDMI
Outputs 1x HDMI 1.3
1x Component Video
1x Stereo Audio
1x Optical Audio
1x Coaxial Audio
1x RJ-45
1x Composite Video
1x USB 2.0
VBR100 Features Blu-ray Disc Resolutions of 1080p (HDMI Out) 1080i/720p/480p/480i (Component Out) DVD,
DVD+/-R, DVD+/-RW Selectable Resolutions of 1080p (HDMI) 1080i/720p/480p/480i (HDMI /
Component Out),CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 CD Support, Dolby Digital / Dolby Digital Plus / Dolby
Digital TruHD, DTS Digital Surround, BD Live, JPG
Power
Voltage Range 110~120Vac at 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption <25W (average), <1W Standby
Environmental Conditions
Operating Temperature: 41°F ~ 105.8°F (5°C~41°C), Relative Humidity: 10~80%, Altitude: 0~14,000 ft
Dimensions 16.9 × 10.9 × 2.4 inches (43 × 27.7 × 6.2 cm)
Net Weight 6.94 lbs. (3.15 kg)
Gross Weight 8.82 lbs. (4kg)
Certifications CSA, CSA-US, FCC Class B, UL, HDMI, BDA
Compliances Energy Star 1.0, ROHS
*Product specifications may change without notice or obligation.
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Legal notices
FCC Class B Radio Interference Statement
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
1.
2.
3.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
4.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Notice:
1.
The changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
2.
3.
Shielded interface cables and AC power cord, if any, must be used in order to comply with
the emission limits.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized
modification to this equipment. It is the responsibilities of the user to correct such
interference.
FCC Part 15
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has
been tested and found to comply within the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
!
!
!
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
!
Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
FCC warning
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC
Rules could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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DHHS and FDA safety certification
This product is made and tested to meet safety standards of the FCC, requirements and compliance with
safety performance of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and also with FDA Radiation
Performance Standards 21 CFR Subchapter J.
Canada ICES-003 statement
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Copyrights
Macrovision
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by methods
claims in certain U. S. Patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Dolby Digital
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
DTS, Inc.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380;
5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 and other U.S. and worldwide patents issued and
pending. DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos and symbol are trademarks of
DTS, Inc. 1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All rights reserved.
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ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
ON PARTS AND LABOR
Covers units purchased as new in United States and Puerto Rico Only
VIZIO provides a warranty to the original purchaser of its products against defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of one year of non-commercial usage and ninety (90) days of commercial use.
If a VIZIO product is defective within the warranty period, VIZIO will either repair or replace the unit at its
sole option and discretion.
To obtain warranty service, contact VIZIO Technical Support via email: [email protected] or via
phone at 877 MY VIZIO (877.698.4946) from 6:00AM to 9:00PM Monday through Friday and 8:00AM to
4:00PM Saturday and Sunday, Pacific Time, or visit www.VIZIO.com. Proof of purchase in the form of a
purchase receipt or copy thereof is required.
Parts and Labor
There will be no charge for parts or labor during the warranty period. Replacement parts and units may be
new or recertified at VIZIO’s option and sole discretion. Replacement parts and units are warranted for
the remaining portion of the original warranty or for ninety (90) days from warranty service or replacement,
whichever is later.
Type of Service
Units must be sent to a VIZIO service center. VIZIO is not responsible for transportation costs to the
service center, but VIZIO will cover return shipping to the customer. PRE-AUTHORIZATION IS
REQUIRED BEFORE SENDING ANY UNIT IN FOR SERVICE.
Any returns to VIZIO’s service centers must utilize either the original carton box and shipping material or a
replacement box and material provided by VIZIO, which may be provided free of charge. VIZIO technical
support will provide instructions for packing and shipping the unit to the VIZIO service center.
Limitations and Exclusions
VIZIO’s one-year limited warranty only covers defects in materials and workmanship. Items not covered
include but are not limited to cosmetic damage, normal wear and tear, misuse, signal issues, power
surges, damages from shipping, acts of God, any type of customer misuse, installation, customer
modifications, adjustments, and set-up issues. Units with unreadable or removed serial numbers, “image
burn-in”, and routine maintenance are not covered. This warranty does not cover products sold “AS IS”,
“FACTORY RECERTIFIED”, or by a non-authorized reseller.
THERE ARE NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE LISTED OR DESCRIBED ABOVE.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD OF
TIME SET FORTH ABOVE. VIZIO'S TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY AND ALL LOSSES AND DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED THE PURCHASE
PRICE OF THE COVERED PRODUCT. VIZIO SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE,
COMMERCIAL LOSS, LOST REVENUE OR LOST PROFITS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS
WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS,
WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. THIS WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE. CHECK WWW.VIZIO.COM FOR THE MOST CURRENT VERSION.
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Index
16:9..........................................................................25
4:3............................................................................25
Accessories................................................................5
Adjusting Settings ....................................................23
Aspect Ratio.......................................................11, 25
Audio Menu
Audio....................................................................27
Menu....................................................................27
OSD .....................................................................27
Subtitles ...............................................................27
Legal notices............................................................38
Link Status ...............................................................30
Maintenance ............................................................31
Menu........................................................................23
Audio Menu..........................................................26
Display Menu .......................................................24
Language Menu ...................................................27
Network Menu......................................................30
Parental Menu......................................................27
System Menu .......................................................29
Multimedia................................................................16
JPG files...............................................................19
MP3 files ..............................................................21
Music Menu..........................................................21
Music Playlist .......................................................22
Picture Menu........................................................19
Picture Playlist......................................................20
Pictures files.........................................................19
Music
Playing .................................................................21
Playlist..................................................................22
Music files ................................................................21
Network Menu..........................................................30
IP Mode................................................................30
Link Status ...........................................................30
Test Connectivity..................................................30
Wired....................................................................30
Package
Contents.................................................................5
Opening .................................................................5
Parental Controls .....................................................27
Parental Menu
Digital Output .......................................................26
Dynamic Range Control.......................................26
PCM Downsampling.............................................26
BD-Live ........................................................16, 18, 36
Erase storage.......................................................29
Internet Access ....................................................29
Internet Storage ...................................................29
Bitstream
HD........................................................................26
Legacy .................................................................26
Mixed ...................................................................26
Cleaning...................................................................31
Connecting
Component Video ................................................12
Component Video ................................................14
Composite Video..................................................12
Composite Video..................................................15
Digital Audio.........................................................15
Ethernet ...............................................................16
HDMI....................................................................12
Home Theater ................................................13, 14
Rear Panel Connections ........................................8
TV with a component cable..................................14
TV with a composite(AV) cable ............................15
TV with HDMI.......................................................13
USB......................................................................16
Connecting Equipment.............................................12
Disc
Cleaning...............................................................31
File Extensions.......................................................6
Format....................................................................6
Playing .................................................................17
Display Menu
Film Mode ............................................................25
HDMI format.........................................................24
HDMI Status.........................................................24
Resolution............................................................24
TV Aspect ............................................................25
TV Type ...............................................................24
Ethernet Connection ................................................16
FAQ..........................................................................32
Features.....................................................................6
Film Mode ................................................................25
Front Panel Controls ..................................................7
HDMI
Connecting...........................................................13
Format..................................................................24
Status...................................................................24
Home Network Connection ......................................16
Installation services....................................................5
IP Mode....................................................................30
Language Menu
Parental Control ...................................................28
Parental Country ..................................................28
Parental Level ......................................................28
Parental Password...............................................28
Password .................................................................28
PCM.........................................................................26
Picture
Playlist..................................................................20
Picture files ..............................................................19
Pictures
Viewing ................................................................19
PIP ...........................................................................11
Playing
JPG Files .............................................................19
MP3 Files .............................................................21
Playing a Disc ..........................................................17
Playlist................................................................20, 22
Region Codes ............................................................6
Remote Control..........................................................9
Batteries.................................................................9
Buttons.................................................................10
Precautions ............................................................9
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Range ....................................................................9
Reset........................................................................29
Resolution..........................................................11, 24
Safety instructions......................................................2
Screen Saver ...........................................................29
Setting up...................................................................5
Settings Menu ..........................................................23
Specifications...........................................................37
Subtitles ...................................................................27
Supported Discs.........................................................6
Supported File Extensions .........................................6
System Menu
BD-Live Internet Access.......................................29
BD-Live Internet Storage......................................29
Erase Blu-Ray Storage ........................................29
Optical Disc AutoPlay...........................................29
Reset Settings......................................................29
Screen Saver .......................................................29
Technical Support ....................................................36
Troubleshooting .......................................................32
USB....................................................................16, 36
Using........................................................................11
Warranty ..................................................................40
Warranty services ......................................................5
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