Pioneer BDP-3120 Operating Instructions Manual

Pioneer BDP-3120 Operating Instructions Manual

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BDP-3120
Blu-ray Disc PLAYER
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  • Page 1 BDP-3120 Blu-ray Disc PLAYER Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2: Operating Environment

    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.
  • Page 3 Condensation CAUTION If the player is moved suddenly from a cold place into a STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not warm room (in winter, for example) or if the completely shut off all power from the AC outlet. temperature in the room in which the player is installed Since the power cord serves as the main disconnect rises suddenly due to a heater, etc., water droplets device for the unit, you will need to unplug it from the...
  • Page 4 The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition “Blu-ray Disc”, “Blu-ray” and “Blu-ray Disc” logo are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association. Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing, LLC in the United States and other Licensing Corporation.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Before you start Using the Play Mode functions ....24 Playing a specific title, chapter or track Checking the Accessories ......6 (Search) ...........24 Propare the remote control ......6 Types of discs/files that can be played ..7 Playing in random order (Random Play) .........24 Playable discs .........
  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Before You Start

    Chapter 1 Before you start Check the Accessories Notes: • Do not use any battery other than the ones • Remote control unit x 1 specified. Also, do not use a new battery • AAA/R03 size battery x 2 together with an old one. •...
  • Page 7: Types Of Discs/Files That Can Be Played

    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. Notes: • Only the discs that have been finalized can be played. Application format Disc types Logo DVD-...
  • Page 8 • DTS-HD Master Audio * Discs that cannot be played • DTS-HD High Resolution Audio • FUJICOLOR-CD • DTS Digital surround • Kodak Picture Discs • MPEG audio (AAC) • DVD-RAM Discs • Linear PCM • SACD Discs To enjoy the surround sound of Dolby TrueHD, It is possible that some discs other than the ones listed above may not be playable either.
  • Page 9: Playable Files

    * The number of folders and files within a * Playing CDs Regarding copy protected CDs: This player is single folder (including the root directory) is designed to conform to the specifications of limited to a maximum of 256. Also, keep the number of folder layers to a maximum of 5.
  • Page 10 * Table of Playable Files Playable media BD-R/RE/-R DL/ Playable files File specifications RE DL/-R LTH, (Extensions) USB devices DVD-R/RW/-R DL/ +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 •...
  • Page 11: Part Names And Functions

    Part Names and Functions Remote control 7 A-B - To repeat from A to B. REPEAT - Selects various repeat mode. / - To farward playback frame by frame. - To display a window to locate DISPLAY a title, chapter or track. 8 ...
  • Page 12: Front Panel

    Front panel 0.5 A OPEN/CLOSE STANDBY/ON 1  OPEN/CLOSE - Press to open and 5 Front panel display 6 USB port - (page 15) close the disc tray. 7 Reset button - If the power cannot be 2  STANDBY/ON - Press to turn the power on and off.
  • Page 13: Chapter 2 Connecting Up

    Chapter 2 Connecting up * About the HDMI high speed transmission This player outputs 1080p and Deep Color Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the video signals. If your TV supports 1080/50p, power cord from the power outlet whenever 1080/60p or Deep Color signals, use a making or changing connections.
  • Page 14: Connecting A Tv

    Connecting an AV receiver or amplifier Connecting a TV See Connecting an AV receiver or amplifier Connect to an AV receiver or amplifier in order below to connect an AV receiver or amplifier to enjoy the surround sound of Dolby TrueHD, using an HDMI cable.
  • Page 15: Connecting An Av Receiver Or Amplifier Using An Coaxial Digital Audio Cable

    Connecting the USB device Connecting an AV receiver or amplifier using an coaxial Notes: • Be sure to turn the player’s power off digital audio cable before connecting or disconnecting USB devices. Player’s rear panel • When using an external hard disk as the White external storage device, be sure to turn on AC IN...
  • Page 16: Connecting The Usb Device

    • For some Internet service providers, you may have to set the individual network configuration manually. • Pioneer is not responsible for any malfunction of the player due to communication error/malfunctions associated with your network connection and/or your connected equipment. Please contact your Internet service provider or network device manufacturer.
  • Page 17: Chapter 3 Getting Started

    Setup Navigator, then press ENTER. 3 Select the OSD language. Use a/b to select, then press ENTER. When a Pioneer Flat Screen TV that is compatible with HDMI CEC is connected to this player’s HDMI OUT terminal, language settings are imported from the Pioneer Flat Screen TV’s language settings before Setup...
  • Page 18: Using The Function Menu

    Using the FUNCTION menu * FUNCTION menu item list Item Description Various functions can be called out according Title Display current title information. to the player’s operating status. Select your favorite title. Chapter Display current chapter information. Select your favorite chapter. Display current file information.
  • Page 19: Chapter 4 Playback

    Chapter 4 Playback Notes: • Some discs start playing automatically when the disc tray is closed. Playing discs or files • DVD-Video discs have parental lock features. Input the password registered in This section describes the player’s main the player’s settings to unlock the parental operations.
  • Page 20: Fast Forward And Fast Reverse

    Fast Forward and Fast Reverse Step  During playback, press  or .  During , press /. • The scanning speed switches each time • The step playback switches each time the the button is pressed. The speed steps button is pressed.
  • Page 21: Playing Photos As Slideshows

    Notes:  During playback, Press SUBTITLE. CH-Chapter • The current subtitle and total number TT-Title All-All of recorded subtitles are displayed on the TV screen and on the player’s front panel display.To switch the subtitle, press Playing photos as slideshows SUBTITLE again.
  • Page 22: Switching The Secondary Video

    Switching the secondary video Continuing playback from a specified position (Continued Viewing Playback) Use the procedure below to switch the secondary video (Picture-in-Picture) recorded This function allows you to continue playback from a position you specify to be played next on the BD-ROM.
  • Page 23: Playback Functions

    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 Function BD-ROM BD-R DVD- DVD-R AVCREC...
  • Page 24: Using The Play Mode Functions

    Playing a specific title, chapter or track Using the Play Mode (Search) functions 1 Press FUNCTION to display the Play Mode screen. 2 Select the type of search. Use a/b to select, then press ENTER. See the table on page18 for the search types. 3 Input the number.
  • Page 25: Playing From The Home Media Gallery

    Playing from the Home Media Gallery The Home Media Gallery lets you display a list * Closing the Home Media Gallery of the titles, tracks or files recorded on the Press MEDIA GALLERY. disc. The discs that can be played from the Home Media Gallery are as shown below (see Notes: •...
  • Page 26: Playing Image Files

    Playing image files Playing audio files 1 Press MEDIA GALLERY to display the 1 Press MEDIA GALLERY to display the Home Media Gallery. Home Media Gallery. 2 Select discs or USB devices. 2 Select discs or USB devices. Use a/b to select, then press ENTER . Use a/b to select, then press ENTER .
  • Page 27: Playing In The Desired Order (Playlist)

    * Deleting tracks/files from the Playlist Playing in the desired order (Playlist) 1 Select the track/file to be deleted, then The discs that can add tracks and files to the Playlist are as shown below. press POP UP MENU to display the POP UP •...
  • Page 28: Chapter 5 Advanced Settings

    Chapter 5 {10 min}, {20 min}, {30 min} - The power will Advanced settings be automatically turned off if no operation has been performed for more than 10 minutes/20 minutes/30 minutes. • [Disc Auto Playback] {On} - Turn on disc auto playback mode. {Off} - Turn off disc auto playback mode.
  • Page 29: Language

    5. Press ENTER to enter language setting. 8. Press ENTER to return Gereral Setting Press a/b select to language. Menu. • [Upgrade] You may select to Upgrade the software from the USB flash drive. 1. Connect the USB flash drive which contains the upgrade file package.
  • Page 30: Playback

    • [Last Memory] If you open a disc or switch this player to standby state during normal playback, the BD Player can memory the end playing point, the player will start playback from the memory point next time. {On} – Active Last Memory feature. {Off} –...
  • Page 31: Network

    1. Use number keys to enter four digit old • The ratings are country-depended. To password. allow all disc to play, select ‘Off’. 2. Enter the new password. • [Country Code] This ensures you see the scenes intended for your current residential region/country. Use 0-9 enter your password.
  • Page 32: Video Output

    Default Gateway and DNS. if the disc is labeled for 4:3PS.) • [Connection Test] {4:3 Letterbox} – Select this when connecting Display network connection message. to a 4:3 screen TV and playing a 16:9 video. • [IP Setting] The video will be played with black bands at {Auto} –...
  • Page 33: Video Process

    Video Process Mode selection • [Detail] • [Video Adjust] Select the output mode of video,options Select a predefined set of the video. include: Standard, Fine, Soft, these can 1. Press ENTER . change the output display. 2. Press c/ to adjust the video {Normal} output video signal without any Brightness, Contrast, Hue and Saturation.
  • Page 34: Audio Setting

    {On} – Select this to adjust the range between Audio Setting the loudest and softest sounds (dynamic range) for playback at average volume. Use • [Digital output] this when it is hard to hear dialog or when Select the output mode of coaxial jack, watching movies at midnight.
  • Page 35: About How Digital Audio Formats Are Output

    About how digital audio formats are output Setting Bitstream Reencode Only the primary audio The primary audio, The primary audio, (the main sound for secondary audio and secondary audio and movies, etc.) is output. interactive audio are interactive audio are converted into PCM converted into PCM Method of...
  • Page 36: Chapter 6 Additional Information

    Chapter 6 Additional information Cautions on use Moving the player this happens, turn the player’s power off. In the same way, noise may be heard in the If you need to move this unit, first remove the sound of a radio. disc if there’s one loaded, and close the disc tray.
  • Page 37: Cleaning The Pickup Lens

    The player’s lens should not become dirty in normal use, but if for some reason it should malfunction due to dust or dirt, consult your nearest Pioneer authorized service center. Although lens cleaners for players are commercially available, we advise against Do not use benzene, thinner or other volatile using them since some may damage the lens.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    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.
  • Page 39 Problem Check Remedy Picture freezes and the • Press  to stop playback, then restart front panel and remote playback. • If the playback cannot be stopped, control buttons stop working. press  STANDBY/ON on the player’s front panel to turn off the power, then turn the power back on.
  • Page 40 • See About connections to components of other makes supporting the HDMI CEC function on page13. • Even when connected to a Pioneer product compatible with the HDMI CEC function, some of the functions may not work. Also refer to the operating instructions of the...
  • Page 41: Network

    Problem Check Remedy Set HDMI CEC to On on the connected device. The HDMI Is HDMI CEC set to CEC function operates when HDMI CEC is set to On for all On on the connected device? devices connected to the HDMI OUT terminal. Once connections and settings of all the devices are finished, be sure to check that the player’s picture is output to the Flat Screen TV.
  • Page 42 Problem Check Remedy • Use within the specified usage temperature range. This unit cannot be • If the power cannot be turned off (set to standby), use a operated. thin rod to press the reset button on the main unit’s front panel.
  • Page 43: Glossary

    Glossary * Angle (Multi angle) * Dolby Digital Up to 9 camera angles can be recorded Dolby Digital is an audio format to record the sound in up to 5.1 channels with a fraction of simultaneously on BD-ROM or DVD-Video discs, letting you view the same scene from the amount of data as compared to linear PCM different angles.
  • Page 44 * Frames and fields * Picture-in-Picture (P-in-P) This is a function for superimposing a sub A frame is the unit for one of the still pictures video on the main video. Some BD-ROMs which compose motion pictures. One frame include secondary video, which can be consists of a picture of odd lines and a picture of even lines called fields in video signal with superimposed on the primary video.
  • Page 45: Specifications

    Specifications BDP-3120 Model Type Blu-ray Disc PLAYER Rated voltage AC 110 V to 240 V Rated frequency 50 Hz/60 Hz Power consumption 13 W Power consumption 0.3 W (standby) Power consumption (quick start) 1.2 Kg Weight External dimensions 360 mm (W) X 39 mm (H) X 208 mm (D)

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