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BDP-170 BDP-170 Blu-ray 3D PLAYER BDP-170 BDP-170 For customers in Europe: Discover the benefits of registering your product online at http://www.pioneer.co.uk http://www.pioneer.eu Download an electronic version of this manual from our website. Operating Instructions...
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product. Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly. After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
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(the time depends on the the power cord once in a while. When you find it extent of condensation). The water droplets will damaged, ask your nearest PIONEER authorized dissipate and playback will become possible. service center or your dealer for a replacement.
Chapter 1 Before you start What’s in the box • Remote control x 1 • AAA 700 size manganese batteries x 2 • Power cord • Warranty card (European models only) • Software license notice • Operating instructions (this document) Open the rear cover.
The player can be controlled from a mobile device by IN U.K.: installing the special application onto the mobile device. http://www.pioneer.eu/ For details, see the product information on the Pioneer http://www.pioneer.co.uk/ website. IN Hong Kong: This special application may be changed or discontinued http://www.pioneerhongkong.com.hk/...
Types of discs/files that can be played Playable discs Discs with the logo marks below indicated on the disc label, package or jacket can be played. Caution • Only the discs that have been finalized can be played. Application format Disc type Logo CD-DA...
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Discs that cannot be played To enjoy the surround sound of Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DSD, DTS-HD Master Audio and DTS-HD • HD DVDs High Resolution Audio, it is recommended to connect the player to an AV receiver or amplifier compatible with •...
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About region numbers BD-LIVE functions such as downloading movie trailers or additional audio and subtitle languages Blu-ray Disc Player and BD-ROM or DVD-Video discs are and playing on-line games can be enjoyed over the assigned region numbers according to the region in Internet.
• It may not be possible to play discs recorded using a ® ABOUT DIVX VIDEO: DivX is a digital video format computer or a BD/DVD recorder, if burn quality is not created by DivX, LLC, a subsidiary of Rovi Corporation. good due to characteristics of the disc, scratches, dirt ®...
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Table of Playable Files Playable media BD-R/RE/-R DL/ Playable files RE DL/-R LTH, File specifications (Extensions) DVD-R/RW/-R DL/ Network USB devices +R/+RW/+R DL, CD-R/RW Sampling frequencies: Up to 48 kHz Bit rate: Up to 320 kbps (.mp3) Audio type: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 Sampling frequencies: Up to 48 kHz...
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Playable media BD-R/RE/-R DL/ Playable files RE DL/-R LTH, File specifications (Extensions) DVD-R/RW/-R DL/ Network USB devices +R/+RW/+R DL, CD-R/RW Maximum resolution: Up to 1 280 x 720 RMVB ® Video: RealVideo (.rm/.rmvb) ® Audio: RealAudio , AAC 1.
Part Names and Functions Remote Control 10 STOP – (page 21) 11 REV – (page 22) 12 TOP MENU – Press to display the top menu of the BD-ROM or DVD-Video. 13 /// – Use to select items, change settings and move the cursor.
Front Panel STANDBY/ON – Press to turn the power on and OPEN/CLOSE – Press to open and close the disc off. tray. – Press to stop playback. Disc tray USB port – (page 18) Front panel display Reset button –...
Chapter 2 Connecting up Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord “x.v.Color” is a promotion name given to the products that from the power outlet whenever making or changing have the capability to realize a wide-gamut color space connections.
Cables when using the Caution control function with HDMI. The control function with • Connect the player directly to the Pioneer AV receiver HDMI may not operate properly if other HDMI cables compatible with Sound Retriever Link function. are used.
Connecting a TV Connecting an AV receiver or amplifier See Connecting an AV receiver or amplifier on page 17 to connect an AV receiver or amplifier using an HDMI cable. Connect to an AV receiver or amplifier in order to enjoy the surround sound of Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Caution Dolby Digital, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High...
Connecting audio Connecting the USB device cables Caution • Be sure to turn the player’s power off before Connecting an AV receiver or connecting or disconnecting USB devices. • When using an external hard disk as the external amplifier using an coaxial storage device, be sure to turn on the hard disk’s digital audio cable power before turning on the player’s power.
Internet service provider is required. For more details, contact your nearest Internet service provider. • Please note that Pioneer will accept no responsibility whatsoever for communications errors or problems related to the user's network connection environment Computer or connected devices.
Use / to select, then press ENTER. • Before turning on the power, check that the When a Pioneer TV that is compatible with Control connections between the player and other devices are function is connected to this player’s HDMI OUT correct.
Chapter 4 Playback Playing discs or files Note • The resume playback function is canceled This section describes the player’s main operations. automatically in the following cases: For the types of discs and files that can be played, see – When the disc tray is opened. page 7.
Forward and reverse To resume normal playback scanning • Press . Step forward and step During playback or quick playback, press REV reverse or FWD. • The scanning speed switches each time the button is pressed. The speed steps depend on the disc or file ...
To cancel Repeat Play Deleting the bookmark • Press REPEAT several times during Repeat Play. Select the bookmark you want to delete, then press CLEAR. Note • Bookmarks may not be allowed to make for some discs. •...
Switching the subtitles Moving subtitles For discs or files on which multiple subtitles are recorded, The position of the subtitles displayed while playing BD- the subtitles can be switched during playback. ROMs or DVDs can be moved. Play the BD-ROM or DVD video and display the Caution subtitles on the TV screen.
Enjoying BONUSVIEW or BD-LIVE This player is compatible with BD-Video BONUSVIEW and BD-LIVE. When using BD-Video discs compatible with BONUSVIEW, you can enjoy such functions as secondary video (picture in picture) (page 27) and secondary audio (page 27). With BD-Video discs supporting BD-LIVE, special video images and other data can be downloaded from the Internet.
Playback functions The functions that can be used differ according to the type of disc and file. In some cases, some of the functions cannot be used. Check the usable functions on the table below. Disc/file type DVD-R Function BD-R DVD- Video Image...
Using the FUNCTION FUNCTION menu item list menu Item Description Display the title information for the Title (track) currently playing disc and total number Various functions can be called out according to the of titles on the disc. Also select the title player’s operating status.
Continuing playback Playing from a specific time (Time Search) from a specified position (Continued Select Time. Viewing Playback) Use / to select, then press ENTER. Input the time. Use the number buttons (0 to 9) to input the time. This function allows you to continue playback from a position you specify to be played next time, even after •...
Chapter 5 Playback from Home Media Gallery Files stored in a PC or DMS (Digital Media Server) as described above can be played by Digital Media Player (DMP). The player supports the use of such DMP. Files stored in a PC or DMS (Digital Media Server) as described above can be played via command from an external Digital Media Controller (DMC).
• If the file you want to play is in the folder, select the network connection may be blocked. folder that contains the file first. Pioneer is not responsible for any malfunction of the player and/or the Home Media Gallery features due to communication errors/malfunctions associated with your network connection and/or your PC, or other connected equipment.
Playing back image files Playing the Playlist About Slideshow Press HOME MENU to display the Home Menu screen. A display of the files in the folder switches automatically. Select [Home Media Gallery], and press ENTER. Note Select Playlist. Use / to select, then press ENTER. •...
DLNA compliant application Note on your mobile device. • If the Pioneer logo is not displayed, check the following: Caution – If this unit is in the play mode, press STOP.
Press STANDBY/ON and the power to the unit device is also displayed on the TV. will come on. The Pioneer logo will be displayed on the TV screen. Note Press Miracast to display the Miracast/Wi-Fi • For instructions on operating your mobile devices, Direct mode screen.
Playing a mobile Canceling the Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct connection device’s photos, music or video files While the Miracast/Wi-Fi Direct mode screen is displayed, press RETURN. Send the photos, music or video files from your mobile • The connection is canceled. device to this unit. •...
Press /// to select the item you want to suspended, interrupted, or discontinued at any time play, then press ENTER. without notice, and Pioneer disclaims any liability in Press STOP to stop playback. connection with such occurrences. • End of video playback.
Chapter 7 Advanced settings Changing the settings Operating the Initial Setup Select and set Initial Setup. Use / to select, then press ENTER. screen Select the item and change the setting. Use /// to select, then press ENTER. When playback is stopped, display the Home ...
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Setting Options Explanation Digital Output Bitstream Select this to output digital audio signals directly. Select this to output digital audio signals converted to 2-channel audio signals. Reencode When a BD containing secondary audio and interactive audio is played, the two audio signals are mixed and converted to Dolby Digital audio or DTS audio for output.
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Setting Options Explanation HDMI Audio Out Bitstream Select this to output HDMI audio signals directly. Select this to output HDMI audio signals converted to PCM audio signals. Reencode When a BD containing secondary audio and interactive audio is played, the two audio signals are mixed and converted to Dolby Digital audio or DTS audio for output.
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Setting Options Explanation Angle Mark Select this to display the angle mark on the TV screen (page 23). Select this if you do not want to display the angle mark on the TV screen. PIP Mark Select this to display the PIP mark on the TV screen. Select this if you do not want to display the PIP mark on the TV screen.
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Adjusting the video Setting the proxy server Only set the proxy server if so instructed by your Internet Select and set Display Setting Video Adjust. service provider. Use / to select, then press ENTER. Select and set Network Proxy Server Next Select Custom.
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Changing to other language at Re-input the password. Use the number buttons (0 to 9) to input the number, then language setting press ENTER to set. Use / to move the cursor. Select and set Language. Use / to select, then press ENTER. •...
Product information on this player is provided on the • Do not use a USB extension cable to connect a USB Pioneer website. Check the website shown on page 6 for flash drive to the player. Using a USB extension cable update and service information on your Blu-ray disc may prevent the player from performing correctly.
Wireless network Finish entering the security code by selecting Enter using /// and pressing ENTER. connection Select Next using /// and press ENTER. If it connects success, it will display connection success and IP is obtained. Wireless network setup Pressing ENTER ends Wireless Setting. For the wireless network connection, the player needs to be set up for network communication.
WPS setup (Wi-Fi When connecting using PIN confirm the PIN Code on the [PIN] screen. Use cursor / to select Next, Protected Setup) then press ENTER. Enter into the access point the PIN Code that you confirmed in step 8 above. WPS connection setting The PIN Code input method differs depending on the LAN device used.
About how digital audio formats are output Setting Bitstream Re-encode Only the primary audio (the The primary audio, secondary The primary audio, secondary main sound for movies, etc.) is audio and interactive audio are audio and interactive audio are output. The secondary audio converted into PCM audio and converted into PCM audio then Method of...
Chapter 8 Additional information Cautions on use Turn the power off when not using the player Moving the player Depending on the conditions of the TV broadcast signals, striped patterns may appear on the screen when the TV is If you need to move this unit, first remove the disc if turned on while the player’s power is turned on.
(condensation) may form on the disc surface. Discs will or dirt, consult your nearest Pioneer authorized service not play properly if there is condensation on them. center. Although lens cleaners for players are...
Sometimes the trouble may lie in another component. Inspect the other components and electrical appliances being used. If the trouble cannot be rectified even after checking the points below, ask your nearest Pioneer authorized service center or your dealer to carry out repair work. Playback...
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Problem Check Remedy Picture freezes and the front • Press STOP to stop playback, then restart playback. panel and remote control • If the playback cannot be stopped, press STANDBY/ON on the buttons stop working. player’s front panel to turn off the power, then turn the power back on. •...
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Problem Check Remedy Multi-channel sound is not Is the audio output of the Read the operating instructions for the connected AV receiver or output. connected AV receiver or amplifier and check the audio output settings of the AV receiver or amplifier, etc., properly set? amplifier.
Control function are connected between the Control-compatible device and the player. See page 16. • Even when connected to a Pioneer product compatible with the Control function, some of the functions may not work. Also refer to the operating instructions for the connected device.
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Problem Check Remedy A message other than Is “Network is FAILED.” • Check that this player and the Ethernet hub (or router with a hub “Networks is OK.” is displayed? functionality) are properly connected. displayed when Connection • If the IP address is obtained using the DHCP server function, check Test is performed.
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Problem Check Remedy Video and audio playback are Check whether the audio file was recorded in a format supported by undesirably stopped or this unit. disturbed. Even audio files listed as playable on this unit may sometimes not be played back or displayed. Check whether the folder has been damaged or corrupted.
Wireless LAN Problem Check Remedy Network cannot be accessed This unit and wireless LAN Improve the wireless LAN environment by taking steps such as moving via wireless LAN. router etc. are too far apart, or the unit and wireless LAN router etc. closer together. there is an obstacle between them.
Problem Check Remedy The audio or video is Is there a microwave oven or Improve the wireless LAN environment by taking steps such as moving interrupted (distorted) when other device that generates the unit and mobile devices etc. closer together. using DRM, Wi-Fi Direct, or electromagnetic waves near Miracast.
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Problem Check Remedy USB (external storage) device Is the USB device properly • Turn the player’s power off, then turn the power back on. does not work with this player connected? • Turn the player’s power off, then reconnect the external storage properly.
Glossary Angle (Multi angle) Dolby TrueHD Up to 9 camera angles can be recorded simultaneously on BD- Dolby TrueHD is an audio format using lossless coding. With BD- ROM or DVD-Video discs, letting you view the same scene from ROMs, up to 8 channels can be recorded at 96 kHz/24 bits, or up different angles.
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MAC (Media Access Control) address VC-1 A hardware identification number assigned specifically to the A video codec developed by Microsoft and standardized by the network device (LAN card, etc.). Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE). Some BDs include videos encoded in this codec. ...
Specifications BDP-170 Model BDP-170-K BDP-170-S BDP-170-W Type Blu-ray 3D PLAYER AC 110 V to 240 V Rated voltage 50 Hz/60 Hz Rated frequency 17 W Power consumption 0.3 W Power consumption (standby) Power consumption (quick start/network standby on) 2.0 kg...
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212-0031, Japan [*] BDP-170-K, BDP-170-S, BDP-170-W English: Dansk: Hereby, Pioneer, declares that this [*] is Undertegnede Pioneer erklærer herved, in compliance with the essential at følgende udstyr [*] overholder de requirements and other relevant væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
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Português: Pioneer declara que este [*] está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. [*] este in conformitate cu cerintele esentiale si alte prevederi ale Directivei 1999/5/EU. Eesti: 1999/5/EC. sätetele. Polski: Magyar: Norsk: 1999/5/EF. Íslenska: 1999/5/EC...
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Australia, New Zealand and other Oceania area http://www.pioneer.com.au Hong Kong Pioneer (HK) Limited - Customer Service Center Unit 2, 17/F, Vanta Industrial Centre, 21-33 Tai Lin Pai Road, Kwai Chung, Hong Kong (852) 3583 3288 https://www.pioneerhongkong.com.hk Singapore Pioneer Electronics AsiaCentre Pte Ltd...