User manual SONY BDP-S350

[. . . ] 3-452-775-11(1) z To find out useful hints, tips and information about Sony products and services please visit: www. sony-europe. com/myproduct Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc / DVD Player BDP-S350 3-452-775-11(1) Printed in Malaysia © 2008 Sony Corporation WARNING 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. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. [. . . ] · Downloading times may differ depending on the server provider or line status. · When error messages on network connections appear, check the network connections using "Network Diagnostic" of "Internet Settings" in the "Network Settings" setup (page 51). 40 To update the software using an update disc You can update and improve the functions of the player using an update disc provided by Sony dealer or local authorised Sony service facility. Video Settings The default settings are underlined. 1 2 Insert the update disc. When updating finishes, "FINISH" appears for 5 seconds in the front panel display, then the disc tray automatically opens. The player starts up with the updated software. TV Type Selects your TV type. 16:9 Select this when connecting to a wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide mode function. Settings and Adjustments Select this when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV without a wide mode function. 4:3 3 4 Screen Format Selects the display configuration for a 4:3 screen picture on a 16:9 wide screen TV. 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. Changes the picture size to fit the screen size with the original picture aspect ratio. z · The "VUP */9" counter ("*" indicates update step) in the front panel display also shows progress of the update. · You can check the current software version by selecting "System Information" in the "System Settings" setup (page 50). · The "Setup" settings remain after updating. · For information about other software update methods, refer to the following website or consult your nearest Sony dealer or local authorised Sony Service facility; http://www. sony. net/ Fixed Aspect Ratio b · Do not disconnect the mains lead while updating. · Any operations, including opening the disc tray, are not available while updating. , continued 41 DVD Aspect Ratio Selects the display configuration for playback of 16:9 screen pictures on a 4:3 screen TV (selectable when "TV Type" is set to "4:3" and "Screen Format" is set to "Fixed Aspect Ratio"). Letter Box Displays a wide picture with black bands on the top and bottom. Displays a full-height picture on the entire screen, with trimmed sides. Output Video Format Selects the jack type to output video signals ("TV Connection Method") and output resolution ("HDMI Resolution"/"Component Resolution"). 1 2 Select "Output Video Format" in "Video Settings, " and press ENTER. Select the jack type to output video signals using M/m, and press ENTER. Pan & Scan b When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time, select "Component Video. " Letter Box TV Connection Method HDMI Pan & Scan Outputs signals from the HDMI OUT jack according to the "HDMI Resolution" setting below. Outputs signals from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks according to the "Component Resolution" setting below. Outputs signals from the LINE OUT VIDEO or S VIDEO jack. Component Video Cinema Conversion Mode Sets the video conversion method for 480p/ 576p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p* signals from the HDMI OUT jack or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. * HDMI only Video or S Video Auto Normally select this. The player automatically detects whether the material is video-based or film-based, and switches to the appropriate conversion method. The conversion method suited for video-based material will always be selected regardless of the material. 3 Video (When you select "HDMI" or "Component Video" only) Select the signal type for the HDMI OUT jack or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using M/m, and press ENTER. When you change the video output resolution, a picture is displayed in the selected resolution for about 30 seconds, then the display asks for confirmation. The HD indicator lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video signals. 42 b · If the picture is distorted or no picture appears, wait for about 30 seconds without pressing any buttons. The display returns to the resolution setting screen. If the selected video output resolution is incorrect, no picture appears on the screen when you press any button in 30 seconds. In this case, press x on the player for more than 10 seconds to reset the video output resolution to the lowest resolution. [. . . ] This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Japan. BD-J application The BD-ROM format supports Java for interactive functions. "BD-J" offers content providers almost unlimited functionality when creating interactive BD-ROM titles. BD-R (page 59) BD-R (Blu-ray Disc Recordable) is a recordable, write-once Blu-ray Disc, available in the same capacities as the BD below. Since contents can be recorded and cannot be overwritten, a BD-R can be used to archive valuable data or storing and distributing video material. Glossary AACS "Advanced Access Content System" is a specification for managing digital entertainment contents stored on the next generation of prerecorded and recorded optical media. The specification enables consumers to enjoy digital entertainment content, including high-definition content. BD-RE (page 59) BD-RE (Blu-ray Disc Rewritable) is a recordable and rewritable Blu-ray Disc, available in the same capacities as the BD below. [. . . ]