Sony SMP N100 User Manual

4-192-726-12(1)  
Network Media  
Player  
The software of this player may be updated in the future. To find out details on any  
Operating Instructions  
SMP-N100  
4-192-726-12(1)  
Printed in Malaysia  
© 2010 Sony Corporation  
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Precautions  
• The nameplate is located on the  
bottom of the unit.  
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  
accordancewiththe 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  
WARNING  
• 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 AC  
power cord can be unplugged  
from the wall socket  
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.  
immediately in the event of  
trouble.  
Batteries or batteries installed  
apparatus shall not be exposed to  
excessive heat such as sunshine,  
fire or the like.  
Operation is subject to the  
following two conditions;  
(1) this device may not cause  
interference, and  
(2) this device must accept any  
interference received,  
including interference that may  
cause undesired operation of the  
device.  
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 radio/TV  
FCC WARNING  
You are cautioned that any  
changes or modifications not  
expressly approved in this  
manual could void your  
authority to operate this  
equipment.  
This symbol is  
intended to alert the  
user to the presence  
of uninsulated  
“dangerous voltage”  
within the product’s enclosure that  
may be of sufficient magnitude to  
constitute a risk of electric shock to  
persons.  
This transmitter must not be co-  
located or operating in  
conjunction with any other  
antenna or transmitter.  
This symbol is  
intended to alert the  
user to the presence  
of important  
operating and  
The shielded Interface cable  
(LAN cable) must be used with  
the equipment in order to  
comply with the limits for a  
digital device pursuant to  
Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC  
Rules.  
maintenance (servicing)  
instructions in the literature  
accompanying the appliance.  
technician for help.  
This graphical symbol is located  
on the AC adapter.  
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FCC Radiation Exposure  
Statement:  
This equipment complies with  
FCC radiation exposure limits  
set forth for uncontrolled  
equipment and meets the FCC  
radio frequency (RF) Exposure  
Guidelines in Supplement C to  
OET65. This equipment should  
be installed and operated with at  
least 20 cm and more between  
the radiator and person’s body  
(excluding extremities: hands,  
wrists, feet and ankles).  
On power sources  
• The player is not disconnected  
from the AC power source as  
long as it is 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, grasp the plug  
itself; never pull the cord.  
• Observe following points to  
prevent the AC power cord  
being damaged. Do not use the  
AC power cord if it is  
Precautions  
On placement  
• Place the player in a location  
with adequate ventilation to  
prevent heat build-up in the  
player.  
• 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.  
Contains FCC ID :  
AK8DWMW038  
damaged, as doing so may  
result in an electric shock or  
fire.  
– Do not pinch the AC power  
cord between the player and  
wall, shelf, etc.  
– Do not put anything heavy  
on the AC power cord or pull  
on the AC power cord itself.  
Owner’s Record  
The model and serial numbers are  
located on the bottom of the unit.  
Record the serial number in the  
space provided below. Refer to  
them whenever you call upon your  
Sony dealer regarding this product.  
• Do not place the player  
outdoors, in vehicles, on ships,  
or on other vessels.  
Model No.______________  
Serial No.______________  
• Do not install the player in an  
inclined position. It is  
On AC adapter  
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.  
• 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.  
• Do not place heavy or unstable  
objects on the player.  
• Disconnect the AC power cord  
and all other cables from the  
player when you move the  
player.  
• Use the supplied AC adapter  
(AC-NX1W) for this player, as  
other adapters may cause a  
malfunction.  
• Do not disassemble or reverse-  
engineer.  
• 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  
transformer, which may  
generate heat and cause a  
malfunction.  
If this product is not working  
properly, please call 1-866-909-  
7669.  
• Do not drop or apply shock.  
On adjusting volume  
Do not turn up the volume while  
listening to a section with very  
low level inputs or no audio  
signals. If you do, your ears and  
the speakers may be damaged  
when a peak level section is  
played.  
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11)Only use attachments/  
accessories specified by the  
manufacturer.  
12)Use only with the cart, stand,  
tripod, bracket, or table  
specified by the manufacturer,  
or sold with the apparatus.  
When a cart is used, use caution  
when moving the cart/  
apparatus combination to avoid  
injury from tip-over.  
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.  
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.  
On replacement of parts  
In the events that this player is  
repaired, repaired parts may be  
collected for reuse or recycling  
purposes.  
On connecting to the HDMI  
OUT jack  
13)Unplug this apparatus during  
lightning storms or when  
unused for long periods of  
time.  
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.  
14)Refer all servicing to qualified  
service personnel. Servicing is  
required when the apparatus  
has been damaged in any way,  
such as power-supply cord or  
plug is damaged, liquid has  
been spilled or objects have  
fallen into the apparatus, the  
apparatus has been exposed to  
rain or moisture, does not  
operate normally, or has been  
dropped.  
If you have any questions or  
problems concerning your  
player, please consult your  
nearest Sony dealer.  
Important Safety  
Instructions  
1) Read these instructions.  
2) Keep these instructions.  
3) Heed all warnings.  
4) Follow all instructions.  
5) Do not use this apparatus near  
water.  
6) Clean only with dry cloth.  
7) Do not block any ventilation  
openings. Install in accordance  
with the manufacturer’s  
instructions.  
8) Do not install near any heat  
sources such as radiators, heat  
registers, stoves, or other  
apparatus (including  
amplifiers) that produce heat.  
9) Do not defeat the safety  
purpose of the polarized or  
grounding-type plug. A  
• Be sure to disconnect the  
HDMI cable when moving the  
player.  
polarized plug has two blades  
with one wider than the other.  
A grounding type plug has two  
blades and a third grounding  
prong. The wide blade or the  
third prong are provided for  
your safety. If the provided  
plug does not fit into your  
outlet, consult an electrician for  
replacement of the obsolete  
outlet.  
• 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.  
10)Protect the power cord from  
being walked on or pinched  
particularly at plugs,  
convenience receptacles, and  
the point where they exit from  
the apparatus.  
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Table of Contents  
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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 (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 Color buttons (RED/GREEN/  
YELLOW/BLUE)  
Short cut keys for interactive functions.  
D DISPLAY (page 14)  
Displays the playback information on the  
screen.  
FAVORITES (page 16)  
Displays the Internet content added to the  
Favorites List. You can save up to 18 of  
your favorite Internet content programs.  
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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.  
The options menu that can be selected  
appears on the screen.  
The player automatically returns to  
standby mode  
HOME  
Enters the player’s home menu.  
Displays the wall paper when pressed on  
the category icon of the home menu.  
If any button on the remote is not pressed for  
more than 30 minutes, the player  
automatically returns to standby mode.  
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.  
Center 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 Theater  
Mode-compatible AV amplifier  
(receiver) or Sony Theater 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:  
• Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1)  
• AC power cord (1)  
• AC adapter (1)  
• Remote control (remote) (1)  
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)  
Preparing the remote  
Insert two Size AA (R6) 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 AC power cord 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 color of the plug to that of the jack when connecting.  
High quality  
HDMI cable (not supplied)  
Audio/video cable (supplied)  
Component video cable  
(not supplied)  
Audio/video cable (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)  
t Set “Dolby Digital*1(page 19)  
and “DTS*2” (page 19).  
Audio/video cable (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  
AC power cord 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  
AC power cord  
(supplied)  
to AC outlet  
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  
Settings,” then “Wired Setup” (page 21), and  
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  
Settings,” then “Wireless Setup” (page 21),  
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 program  
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 programs.  
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.  
Favorites List Displays the Favorites List.  
Slideshow  
BGM  
• Off: Turns off the  
function.  
Play/Stop  
Starts or stops the playback.  
• My Music from USB: Sets  
the music files registered  
in “Add Slideshow BGM.”  
If no music file is  
registered, “(Not  
registered)” is displayed.  
Play from  
beginning  
Plays the item from the  
beginning.  
Add to  
Favorites  
Adds Internet content to the  
Favorites List.  
Remove from  
Favorites  
Removes Internet content  
from the Favorites 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 18)  
Updates the software of the  
player.  
Screen Settings (page 18)  
Makes the video settings  
according to the type of  
connecting jacks.  
Audio Settings (page 19)  
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 21)  
Makes the player-related  
settings.  
Network Settings (page 21)  
Makes detailed settings for the  
Internet and network.  
Easy Setup (page 22)  
Re-runs the Easy Setup to make  
the basic settings.  
Resetting (page 22)  
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:  
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.  
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• When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other  
video output jacks at the same time, select  
“Component Video.”  
Audio Settings  
• If no picture appears when setting “HDMI” or  
“Component Video” resolution, try another  
resolution setting.  
Audio (HDMI)  
Auto  
Normally select this.  
Outputs audio signals  
according to the status of the  
connected HDMI device.  
YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)  
Auto  
Automatically detects the  
connected TV type, and  
switches to the matching  
color setting.  
PCM  
Outputs PCM signals from  
the HDMI OUT jack.  
Dolby Digital  
YCbCr (4:2:2) Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video  
Downmix  
PCM  
Converts to output Linear  
PCM signals. Select this  
when connecting an audio  
device without a built-in  
Dolby Digital decoder.  
signals.  
YCbCr (4:4:4) Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video  
signals.  
RGB  
Outputs RGB video signals.  
Dolby Digital Select this when connecting  
an audio device with a built-  
HDMI Deep Color Output  
in Dolby Digital decoder.  
Auto  
12bit  
10bit  
Normally select this.  
Outputs 12bit/10bit video  
signals when the connected  
TV is compatible with Deep  
Color.  
DTS  
Downmix  
PCM  
Converts to output Linear  
PCM signals. Select this  
when connecting to an audio  
device without a built-in  
DTS decoder.  
Off  
Select this when the picture  
is unstable or colors appear  
unnatural.  
DTS  
Select this when connecting  
to an audio device with a  
built-in DTS decoder.  
Pause Mode  
Auto  
Normally select this.  
Dynamic moving pictures  
appear without blurring.  
Audio DRC  
Auto  
Performs playback at the  
dynamic range specified by  
the current file.  
Frame  
Displays static pictures at  
high resolution.  
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 Settings  
Network Settings  
OSD  
Internet Settings  
Selects your language for the player on-  
screen displays.  
Connect the player to the network  
beforehand. For details, see “Connecting to  
Control for HDMI  
View Network  
Status  
Displays the current  
network status.  
On  
Allows you to use the  
“Control for HDMI”  
function (page 27).  
Wired Setup  
Select this when you  
connect to a broadband  
router directly.  
Off  
Turns off the function.  
Wireless  
Setup  
Select this when you use a  
wireless LAN router.  
For further details, visit the  
following website and check  
the FAQ contents:  
Auto Display  
On  
Automatically displays  
information on the screen  
when changing the viewing  
titles, picture modes, audio  
signals, etc.  
Network Connection Diagnostics  
You can run the network diagnostic to check  
if the network connection has been made  
properly.  
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.  
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:  
Off  
Turns off the function.  
Software Update Notification  
On  
Sets the player to inform you  
of newer software version  
information (page 18).  
Registered BD Remote Devices  
Displays a list of your registered “BD  
Remote” devices.  
Off  
Turns off the function.  
DivX(R) VOD  
For details, visit the following website:  
vod.divx.com  
System Information  
Displays the player’s software version  
information and the MAC address.  
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Easy Setup  
Re-runs the “Easy Setup” to make the basic  
settings. Follow the on-screen instructions.  
Resetting  
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.  
Initialize Personal Information  
You can erase your personal information  
stored in the player.  
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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 AC power  
cord 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 10).  
, 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 18).  
, For HDMI connections, try the following:  
1Turn the player off and on again. 2Turn  
the connected equipment off and on again.  
3Disconnect and then reconnectthe 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  
Settings” setup (page 18).  
The display language on the screen  
switches automatically when connected to  
the HDMI OUT jack.  
, When “Control for HDMI” is set to “On”  
(page 21), 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.).  
,continued  
23  
     
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 10).  
, 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  
programs display a loss of detail,  
especially during fast-motion or dark  
scenes.  
, Picture/sound quality may be poor  
depending on Internet content programs.  
, 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.  
3Disconnect and 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.  
, Check the network connection (page 13)  
and the network settings (page 21).  
, 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  
beginning.”  
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 21).  
If the player still does not respond to any  
button, disconnect then reconnect the AC  
power cord.  
, 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  
HDMI” to “On” (page 21).  
, 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 AC power  
cord, 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  
“On” (page 21). Refer to the instruction  
manual supplied with the AV amplifier  
(receiver).  
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Supplied accessories  
Specifications  
Specifications and design are subject to  
change without notice.  
Inputs and outputs  
(Jack name:  
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:  
Playable types of files  
Video  
File format  
Extensions  
HDMI 19-pin standard connector  
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT  
(Y, PB, PR):  
Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p/  
PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms  
LINE OUT VIDEO:  
Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms  
LAN (100):  
100BASE-TX Terminal  
USB:  
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  
WMV9  
“.wmv,” “.asf”  
USB jack Type A (For connecting a USB  
memory, hard disk drive, memory card  
reader, digital still camera, and digital video  
camera)  
*5  
*3  
AVCHD  
Music  
DC IN:  
12 V DC  
File format  
Extensions  
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio “.mp3”  
Wireless  
Wireless LAN standard:  
IEEE802.11b/g/n  
Frequency range:  
2.4 GHz band: Channels 1-11  
Modulation:  
Layer III)  
*1*4*5  
AAC  
“.m4a”  
“.wma”  
WMA9  
*1*4*5  
Standard  
DS-SS Modem and OFDM Modem  
LPCM  
“.wav”  
General  
Photo  
Power requirements:  
AC adapter: 110 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
Power consumption (approx.):  
14 W  
File format  
Extensions  
JPEG  
“.jpg,” “.jpeg”  
*1  
The player does not play coded files such as  
DRM.  
ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital  
Dimensions (approx.):  
185 mm × 193 mm × 40 mm  
*2  
®
3
5
5
(17 / in. × 7 / in. × 1 / in.)  
8
8
8
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.  
(width/depth/height) incl. projecting parts  
Mass (approx.):  
680 g (1 lb 8 oz)  
Operating temperature:  
5 ºC to 35 ºC (41 °F to 95 °F)  
Operating humidity:  
25 % to 80 %  
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.  
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*3  
*4  
*5  
*6  
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.  
The player does not play this file format on a  
DLNA server.  
• Theater  
When you press THEATER, the player  
automatically switches to the optimum  
video mode for watching movies. When  
connected with a Sony AV amplifier  
(receiver) using the HDMI cable, the  
speaker output also switches automatically.  
When connected with a Theater Mode-  
compatible TV using the HDMI cable, the  
TV’s video mode switches to Theater  
Mode. Press the button again to return to the  
original setting.  
The player can only play standard definition  
video on a DLNA server.  
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• 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 recognize 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 recognize 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 recognize 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  
“System Settings” setup (page 21).  
For details on settings of your TV or other  
connected components, refer to the  
instruction manual supplied with the TV or  
components.  
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• 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.  
About the BRAVIA Sync  
features (for HDMI connections  
only)  
By connecting Sony components that are  
compatible with the “Control for HDMI”  
function with an HDMI cable (not supplied),  
operation is simplified as below:  
• One-Touch Play  
With one touch of the following buttons, the  
connected TV turns on and the input  
selector on the TV is switched to the player  
automatically.  
b
Depending on the connected component, the  
“Control for HDMI” function may not work. Refer  
to the instruction manual supplied with the  
component.  
[/1  
– HOME: The home menu appears  
automatically (page 7, 14, 17).  
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.  
,continued  
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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.Color” and “x.v.Color” 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  
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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Index  
Internet content 7, 14  
“IP Content Noise  
Reduction” 16  
Update 18  
USB 15  
Words in quotations appear  
in the on-screen displays.  
W
WEP 28  
WIDE 7  
WPA2-PSK (AES) 28  
WPA2-PSK (TKIP) 28  
WPA-PSK (AES) 28  
WPA-PSK (TKIP) 28  
L
A
Language Follow 27  
AC adapter 12  
AUDIO 7  
M
“Audio Settings” 19  
MAC address 21  
MUTING 7  
B
Batteries 9  
N
BRAVIA Internet Video  
BRAVIA Sync 25, 27  
“Network Settings” 21  
“Network Update” 18  
O
C
One-Touch Play 27  
OPTIONS 7  
“OSD” 21  
CLEAR 7  
Color buttons 7  
Connecting  
AV amplifier  
(Receiver) 11  
Network 13  
P
Parental Control 20  
“ParentalControlSettings”  
“Control for HDMI” 21,  
Playable files 26  
R
D
Remote 7, 9  
“Resetting” 22  
Resetting the player 22  
Resume 8, 25  
Deep Color 19  
DISPLAY 7  
DLNA 15  
Dolby Digital 19  
DTS 19  
S
“Screen Settings” 18  
“Setup” 17  
E
“Easy Setup” 12, 22  
Software update 18, 21  
SUBTITLE 7  
F
System Power-Off 27  
“System Settings” 21  
FAVORITES 7  
H
T
HDMI 18, 19  
HOME 7, 17  
Home menu 17  
THEATER 8, 27  
Troubleshooting 23  
“TV Type” 18  
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