Hookups and Settings. Sony 3-452-775-11(1), BDP-S350
Hookups and
Settings
Hooking Up the Player
Check that you have the following items.
• Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1)
• Mains lead (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
Follow steps 1 through 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player. Do not connect the mains lead until you reach
“Step 5: Connecting the Mains Lead”
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Step 1: Connecting to Your TV
About video/HDMI OUT jacks
The player has the following video jacks. Connect the player to your TV according to the input jack on your TV.
When connecting the player to your TV using the HDMI cable, you can enjoy high quality digital pictures and sound through the HDMI OUT jack.
Jack type
High quality
Digital
Analogue
Video resolution Hookup
High Definition:
1080/24p, 1080p,
1080i, 720p
Standard Definition:
576p/480p, 576i/
480i
High Definition:
1080i, 720p
Standard Definition:
576p/480p, 576i/
480i
See “Connecting to component video jacks (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/
Standard Definition:
576i/480i
See “Connecting to an audio/video or S
Standard Definition:
576i/480i
See “Connecting to an audio/video or S
Standard quality b
• Plug in cables securely to prevent unwanted noise.
• Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to be connected.
• You cannot connect this player to a TV that does not have a video input jack.
• Do not apply too much pressure on the connecting cables. Pushing against the cabinet wall, etc., may damage the cable.
To connect to a TV with DVI input
Use an HDMI-DVI converter cable (not supplied). The DVI jack will not accept any audio signals, so you have to use another audio connection in addition to this
Furthermore, you cannot connect the HDMI
OUT jack to DVI jacks that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on PC displays).
Connecting to an HDMI jack
Connect the player and your TV using an HDMI cable to enjoy high quality digital pictures and sound through the HDMI OUT jack.
If you connect a Sony TV that is compatible with the “Control for HDMI” function (page 16),
refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
If you connect a 1080/24p- or 1080p-compatible TV, use a High Speed HDMI cable.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
HDMI cable (not supplied)
TV
Notes on connecting to the HDMI OUT jack
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.
• Be sure to disconnect the HDMI cable when moving the player.
• If you place the player on a cabinet with the
HDMI cable connected, do not apply too much pressure to the cabinet wall. It may damage the HDMI OUT jack or the HDMI cable.
• When connecting or disconnecting, do not screw in or rotate the HDMI connector.
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About indicators for HDMI connection
When connecting an HDMI compatible component, the HDMI indicator lights up in the front panel display.
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• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the case of 480p/576p/720p/1080i/
1080p scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the
‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 480p/576p/720p/1080i/1080p Blu-ray
Disc/DVD player, please contact our customer service centre.
• If the picture is not clear, not natural or not to your satisfaction, change the video output resolution in
step 3 of “Output Video Format” under the
“Video Settings” setup (page 42).
• Be sure to use only an HDMI cable that bears the
HDMI logo.
About the BRAVIA Sync features (for HDMI connections only)
By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the “Control for HDMI” function with an HDMI cable (not supplied), operation is simplified as below:
• One-Touch Play
With one touch of the following buttons, the connected TV turns on and the input selector on the TV is switched to the player automatically.
– [/1
– HOME: The home menu appears
– N: Playback starts automatically
• System Power-Off
When you turn off the TV using the power button on the TV’s remote, the player and
HDMI-compatible components turn off automatically.
• Theatre
When you press THEATRE, the player automatically switches to the optimum video mode for watching movies. When connected with an AV amplifier (receiver) using the HDMI cable, the speaker output also switches automatically. When connected with a Theatre Mode-compatible
TV using the HDMI cable, the TV’s video mode switches to Theatre Mode. Press the button again to return to the original setting.
• Language Follow
When you change the language for the onscreen 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 50).
For details on settings of your TV or other connected components, refer to the operating instructions 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 operating instructions 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 operating instructions supplied with the TV.
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Depending on the connected component, the
“Control for HDMI” function may not work. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the component.
Connecting to component video jacks (Y, P
B
/C
B
, P
R
/C
R
)
Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of the player and your TV using a component video cable or three video cables (not supplied) of the same kind and length. You can enjoy high-quality pictures.
Be sure to connect to the LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks using the audio/video cable.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
(green) (blue) (red) (red) (white)
(green) (blue)
Component video cable (not supplied)
Audio/video cable
(supplied)
(red) (red) (white)
Match the colour of the plug to that of the jack.
: Signal flow b
When you connect the player and TV using a component video cable, disconnect the video plug
(yellow) of the audio/video cable.
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Match the colour of the plug to that of the jack.
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Connecting to an audio/video or S VIDEO jack
Connect the LINE OUT (VIDEO, R-AUDIO-L) jacks of the player and your TV using the audio/video cable. You can enjoy standard quality pictures and sound.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
S-video cable
(not supplied) or
(yellow) (red) (white)
Audio/video cable
(supplied)
(yellow) (red) (white)
Match the colour of the plug to that of the jack.
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: Signal flow b
When you connect the player and TV using an Svideo cable, disconnect the video plug (yellow) of the audio/video cable.
TV
Step 2: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)
About audio/HDMI OUT jacks
The player has the following audio jacks. Connect the player to your AV amplifier (receiver) according to the input jack on your AV amplifier (receiver).
Jack type
Digital
Hookup
See “Connecting to an HDMI jack” (page 20).
Analogue
See “Connecting to digital jacks (OPTICAL/
See “Connecting to audio L/R jacks” (page 22).
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For correct speaker location, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected components.
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• When you connect the player to your AV amplifier (receiver) using an HDMI cable, do one of the following:
– Connect your AV amplifier (receiver) to your
TV using an HDMI cable, or
– Connect the player to your TV using a video cable other than an HDMI cable (component video cable, S-video cable, or audio/video cable).
• If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will come from the speakers, which could damage your ears or the speakers.
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Connecting to an HDMI jack
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an HDMI input, you can enjoy surround sound.
If you connect a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) that is compatible with the “Control for HDMI”
function (page 16), refer to the operating instructions supplied with the AV amplifier (receiver).
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
HDMI cable (not supplied)
AV amplifier (receiver)
HDMI cable (not supplied)
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Set the following settings and you can enjoy higher quality sound from the connected AV amplifier
(receiver).
– Set “Audio Output Priority” to “HDMI” in the
“Audio Settings” setup (page 44).
– Set “Audio (HDMI)” to “Auto” in the “Audio
– Set “BD Audio Setting” to “Direct” in the “Audio
TV b
Not all HDMI-compatible AV amplifiers
(receivers) accept 8ch Linear PCM signals. Refer as well to instructions supplied with the connected AV amplifier (receiver).
Connecting to digital jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL)
If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby
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Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, or DTS
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decoder and a digital input jack, you can enjoy Dolby Digital (5.1ch), Dolby Pro Logic (4.0ch), or DTS
(5.1ch) surround effects.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
Optical digital cable
(not supplied) or
Coaxial digital cable
(not supplied)
: Signal flow
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Connect the digital jack of the player and your AV amplifier (receiver).
2
Set “Audio Output Priority” to
“Coaxial/Optical” in the “Audio
Settings” setup (page 44).
3
Make the appropriate settings in
“Dolby Digital” and “DTS” under the
“Audio Settings” setup (page 45).
Otherwise, no sound or a loud noise will come from your speakers.
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AV amplifier (receiver)
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Connecting to audio L/R jacks
If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input jacks, use this connection.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
: Signal flow
(red) (white)
Audio/video cable (supplied)
(red) (white)
Match the colour of the plug to that of the jack.
AV amplifier (receiver)
Step 3: Inserting the
External Memory
To enjoy additional content (such as
BonusView) on certain Blu-ray Disc titles, you will need to use external memory.
Insert the external memory device (1 GB or larger USB flash memory, such as Sony
USM1GH) into the EXT slot as your local storage.
Insert the external memory in the V
direction into the EXT slot as far as it will go.
Check that the EXT indicator lights up in the front panel display when turning the player on.
Rear of the player
Sony USM1GH
(not supplied)
With the terminal side up b
• Do not connect anything other than a USB flash memory, such as an HDD, etc., to the EXT slot.
• Insert the external memory straight. If you force the external memory into the slot, this will cause damage to both the external memory and the player.
• Keep the external memory away from small children to prevent them from accidentally swallowing the external memory.
• Do not apply too much pressure to the external memory in the slot, as it may cause a malfunction.
• We recommend use of the Sony USM1GH available as of April 2008.
• Other USB flash devices may support this function. However we cannot guarantee compatibility with all USB flash memories.
• When inserting a USB flash memory other than
Sony USM1GH, check the insertion direction before inserting it.
• Depending on the USB flash memory, it may stick out from the EXT slot. Do not force into the slot or apply pressure to the protruding portion of the USB flash memory.
• To avoid data corruption or damage to the external memory, turn the player off when inserting or removing the external memory.
• When the EXT indicator does not light up, turn the player off, remove and re-insert the external memory, then turn the player on again.
• Do not insert the external memory that contains photo or music files to avoid corrupting the external memory data.
To enjoy BonusView
See “Enjoying BonusView” (page 32).
To remove the external memory
1
Press [/1 to turn the player off.
2
Pull out the external memory from the
EXT slot.
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Step 4: Connecting to the Network
Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source using a network cable to update the player’s software using the network.
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Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source.
Methods to connect to your Internet source include:
• Connecting to a broadband router directly
• Connecting via a wireless LAN router
Refer also to the instructions supplied with the broadband router or the wireless
LAN router.
2
Make the appropriate settings in
“Internet Settings” under the
“Network Settings” setup (page 51).
When connecting to a broadband router directly
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
Network cable
(not supplied)
Broadband router
To PC
Network cable
(not supplied)
To update the player’s software using the network
See “Network Update” (page 40) and
“Software Update Notification” (page 50).
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Do not connect a phone line to the LAN (100) terminal, as it may cause a malfunction.
ADSL modem/
Cable modem
Internet
About network (LAN) cables
Depending on the modem or router, the type of network (LAN) cable, straight or crossing, differs. For details on the network (LAN) cables, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the modem or router.
When connecting via a wireless LAN router
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
Step 5: Connecting the
Mains Lead
After all of the other connections are complete, connect the supplied mains lead
(AC power cord) to the AC IN terminal of the player. Then plug the player and TV mains leads (AC power cords) into the mains.
Network cable
(not supplied)
Ethernet/wireless
LAN media converter
1 to AC IN to mains
2
To PC
Wireless LAN router
(access point)
Network cable
(not supplied)
ADSL modem/
Cable modem
Internet b
Do not connect the LAN terminal of the player to the LAN terminal of the PC.
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Step 6: Preparing the
Remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the battery compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player
Controlling TVs with the remote
You can control the volume, input source, programme position, and power switch of your Sony TV with the supplied remote.
b
When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again.
TV [/1
Number buttons
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• Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Should leakage occur, do not touch the liquid with bare hands. Observe the following:
– Do not use a new battery with an old battery, or batteries of different manufacturers.
– Do not attempt to recharge the batteries.
– If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries.
– If battery leakage occurs, wipe out any liquid inside the battery compartment, and insert new batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor (marked on the front panel) to strong light, such as direct sunlight or a lighting apparatus. The player may not respond to the remote.
%
2 +/– t
PROG +/–
Available buttons
Depending on the connected unit, you may not be able to control your TV with some or all of the buttons (TV [/1, PROG +/–, 2 +/–,
%, or number buttons).
Buttons
TV [/1
Operations
Turns your TV on or off.
2 (volume) +/– Adjusts the volume of your TV.
PROG
(programme) +/–
Selects the programme position on your TV.
t (input select) Switches your TV’s input source between the TV and other input sources.
% (muting) Mutes the sound.
To control other TVs with the remote
You can control the volume, input source, programme position, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well.
If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code.
b
If you enter a new code number, the code number previously entered will be erased.
1
While holding down TV [/1, enter the
TV’s manufacturer code using the number buttons.
For instance, to enter “09,” press “0” then
“9.”
Code numbers of controllable TVs
If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.
Manufacturer
Sony
Hitachi
JVC
LG/Goldstar
Panasonic
Philips
Samsung
Sharp
Toshiba
2
Release TV [/1.
Code number
01 (default)
24
33
76
17, 49
06, 08, 72
71
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Step 7: Easy Setup
Follow the steps below to make the minimum number of basic adjustments for using the player. If you do not complete Easy Setup, it will appear each time you turn on your player.
Make the settings below in the following order.
When turned on for the first time
Wait for a short while before the player turns on and starts Easy Setup.
RETURN
HOME
[/1
TV [/1
</M/m/,,
ENTER
1
Turn on the TV.
2
Press [/1 to turn on the player.
The player turns on after a moment.
3
Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen.
The display for OSD language selection appears.
• If the display for OSD language selection does not appear
Press HOME, and select “Easy Setup”
in the “Setup” setup (page 53). Then,
select “Start,” and press ENTER.
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Select a language for the on-screen
displays using M/m, and press
ENTER.
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Select a video output resolution for the connected TV, and press ENTER.
For details about the video output
When you select “HDMI” in step 6
The initial settings message appears.
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Select “Start,” and press ENTER.
6
Select the cable type used to connect the player and your TV, and press
ENTER.
Select from “Auto,” “480i/576i,” “480p/
576p,” “720p,” “1080i,” or “1080p.”
When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time, video signals may not output from the jacks, other than from the HDMI
OUT jack, when “Auto” or “1080p” is selected.
When connecting other equipment at the same time, press RETURN to return to step 6 and change the “TV Connection
Method” setting.
When you select “Component Video” in
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Select “HDMI” when connecting your
TV using the HDMI cable, and go to step
b
When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time, select “Component Video.”
Select “Component Video” when connecting your TV using the component
video cable, and go to step 7.
Select “Video or S Video” when connecting your TV using the video
cable or S-video cable, and go to step 8.
Select from “480i/576i,” “480p/576p,”
“720p,” or “1080i.”
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.
Follow the on-screen instructions and go to the next step.
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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. To change the video output resolution, set “Output Video Format”
in the “Video Settings” setup (page 42).
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Select an aspect ratio that matches your TV, and press ENTER.
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Select “Finish,” and press ENTER.
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• You can reset settings to their factory settings
• You can run “Easy Setup” again from “Easy
Select “16:9” when connecting to a widescreen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.
Select “4:3” when connecting to a 4:3 screen TV without a wide mode function.
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(Only when connecting your TV using the HDMI cable)
Set the “Control for HDMI” function to
“On” or “Off,” and press ENTER.
Select “On” to use the “Control for
HDMI” function when connecting Sony components that are compatible with the
“Control for HDMI” function (page 16).
If you do not use the “Control for HDMI” function, select “Off.”
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