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Related Manuals for Sony BLU-RAY DISC BDP-N460
Summary of Contents for Sony BLU-RAY DISC BDP-N460
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
4-151-461-12(1) The software of this player may be updated in the future. To find out details on any available updates, please visit: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ Operating Instructions Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD Player BDP-N460 4-151-461-12(1) Printed in Malaysia © 2009 Sony Corporation... -
Page 2: Warning
Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. BDP-N460 Serial No.______________ For customers in the USA If this product is not working properly, please call 1-866-909- 7669. -
Page 3: Precautions
• If you have printed the disc’s label, dry the label before playing. • Do not use the following discs. – A lens cleaning disc. – A disc that has a non- standard shape (e.g., card, heart). – A disc with a label or sticker on it. - Page 4 Sun Microsystems, Inc. • , “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...
- Page 5 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.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents WARNING ........... . 2 Precautions . - Page 7 Settings and Adjustments Using the Settings Displays ........41 Network Update .
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Page 8: Guide To Parts And Controls
TV using the HDMI cable, the TV’s video mode switches to Theater Mode. The THEATER button functions only when connected to a Sony Theater Mode-compatible AV amplifier (receiver) or Sony Theater Mode-compatible TV. TV INPUT (TV input select) (page 26) Switches between TV and other input sources. - Page 9 C Color buttons (RED/GREEN/ BLUE/YELLOW) Short cut keys for BD’s interactive functions. D TOP MENU (page 32) Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top Menu. POP UP/MENU (page 32) Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up Menu, or the DVD’s menu. OPTIONS (page 32, 39) The options menu that can be selected appears on the screen.
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Page 10: Front Panel
Front panel The N button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player. A [/1 (on/standby) (page 27) Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode. B Disc tray (page 30) C Blu-ray Disc indicator Lights up in white when the player is turned on. -
Page 11: Front Panel Display
Front panel display A N, X Lights up during playback or pause. B HD (page 44) Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/ 1080p video signals from the HDMI OUT jack or 720p/1080i video signals from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. C HDMI (page 15) Lights up when an HDMI device is recognized. - Page 12 Rear panel A DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (page 21) B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (page 21) C LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks (page 17, 18, 22) D LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (page 18) E EXT slot (page 23) F Ventilation holes The ventilation fan is inside the player.
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Page 13: Hookups And Settings
Hooking Up the Player Check that you have the following items. • Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1) • AC power cord (1) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2) Follow steps 1 through 7 to hook up and adjust the settings of the player. -
Page 14: Step 1: Connecting To Your Tv
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 jacks 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. -
Page 15: 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 instruction manual supplied with the TV. -
Page 16: About The Bravia Sync Features (For Hdmi Connections Only)
TV or components. • 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”... -
Page 17: Connecting To Component Video Jacks (Y, P B , P R )
Connecting to component video jacks (Y, P Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of the player and your TV using a component video cable. You can enjoy high-quality pictures. Be sure to connect to the LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks using the audio/video cable. (green) (blue) (green) -
Page 18: Connecting To Audio/Video Jacks
Connecting to audio/video jacks 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 (red) (white) Audio/video cable (supplied) (red) (white) : Signal flow (yellow) (yellow) Match the color of the plug to... -
Page 19: Step 2: Connecting To Your Av Amplifier (Receiver)
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 jacks on your AV amplifier (receiver). Jack type Digital Analog For correct speaker location, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the connected components. -
Page 20: Connecting To An Hdmi Jack
To enjoy 7.1 channel sound, use a High Speed HDMI cable. If you connect a Sony AV amplifier (receiver) that is compatible with the “Control for HDMI” function (page 16), refer to the instruction manual supplied with the AV amplifier (receiver). -
Page 21: Connecting To Digital Jacks (Optical/Coaxial)
Connecting to digital jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) If your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby a digital input jack, you can enjoy Dolby Digital (5.1ch), Dolby Pro Logic (4.0ch), or DTS (5.1ch) surround effects. Optical digital cable (not supplied) Connect the digital jack of the player and your AV amplifier (receiver). -
Page 22: Connecting To Audio L/R Jacks
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 (red) (white) Audio/video cable (supplied) (red) (white) Match the color of the plug to that of the jack. AV amplifier (receiver) : Signal flow... -
Page 23: Step 3: Inserting 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 USM2GL available as of April 2009. • Other USB flash devices may support this function. -
Page 24: Step 4: Connecting To The Network
Step 4: Connecting to the Network Connect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source using a LAN cable to enjoy the BRAVIA Internet Video and update the player’s software. You can also enjoy the BD-LIVE function (page 32). •... -
Page 25: When Connecting Via A Wireless Bridge
ADSL modem/ Cable modem Internet * For more information about compatible wireless bridges, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ Step 5: Connecting the AC Power Cord After all of the other connections are complete, connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN terminal of the player. -
Page 26: Step 6: Preparing The Remote
Controlling TVs with the remote You can control the volume, input source, and power switch of your Sony TV with the supplied remote. When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default setting. Set on the player the appropriate code number again. -
Page 27: Step 7: Easy Setup
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 Code number Sony 01 (default) Hitachi LG/Goldstar Mitsubishi/MGA Panasonic... - Page 28 Select a language for the on-screen displays using M/m, and press ENTER. The initial settings message appears. Select “Start,” and press ENTER. Select the cable type used to connect the player and your TV, and press ENTER. When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time, select “Component Video.”...
- Page 29 If no picture appears, press RETURN to return to the previous screen, and change the resolution setting. 2 Select “Finish,” and press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation. 3 Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press ENTER. When you select “Video” in step 6 Select an aspect ratio that matches your TV, and press ENTER.
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Page 30: Playing Bds/Dvds
Playback Playing BDs/DVDs Number buttons HOME N PLAY X PAUSE Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen. Press Z on the player, and place a disc on the disc tray. Playing side facing down Press Z on the player to close the disc tray. - Page 31 Press HOME. Select (Video) using </,. Select using M/m, and press N PLAY or ENTER. For commercially available BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs, playback starts. For BDs or DVDs recorded on other equipment, the title list appears. Select a title using M/m, and press N PLAY or ENTER.
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Page 32: Using The Bd's Or Dvd's Menu
Available OPTIONS Press OPTIONS. The options menu appears. Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER. The available items differ depending on the disc type or player situation. Items Details Audio Settings Adjusts settings for sound (page 34). Picture Quality Adjusts settings for Mode picture (page 34). -
Page 33: Searching For A Title/Chapter
Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/ BD-LIVE. The operation method differs depending on the disc. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the disc. To delete all data Press HOME. Select (Video) using </,. Select “BD Data” using M, and press OPTIONS. -
Page 34: Adjusting Pictures And Sound For Videos
Adjusting pictures and sound for videos To adjust the audio characteristics Press OPTIONS during playback. The options menu appears. Select “Audio Settings” using M/m, and press ENTER. The “Audio Settings” screen appears. Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER. The default settings are underlined. -
Page 35: Playing Video Files Via A Network (Bravia Internet Video)
BRAVIA Internet Video services. For details on deleting your personal information on the server, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ Preparing for the BRAVIA Internet Video service Follow steps 1 and 2 of “Step 4: Connecting to the Network”... - Page 36 Available OPTIONS during playback Press OPTIONS during playback. The options menu appears. Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER. The available items differ depending on Internet content providers. Items Details Restart Plays the current video file from the beginning. Next Plays the next video file in the list.
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Page 37: Playing Music Cds And Mp3 Audio Tracks
Playing Music CDs and MP3 Audio Tracks Playing music CDs Insert a music CD. The Music Player screen appears. Press N PLAY. Playback starts. To select a music CD track Press HOME. (Music) using </,. Select Select , and press ENTER. The music list appears. -
Page 38: Playing Photo Files
Buttons Operations Fast reverses/fast forwards when pressed during playback. TIME Switches time information on the screen and the front panel display (page 11). AUDIO Selects stereo or monaural tracks (except MP3 audio tracks). • The point where you stopped playing (resume point) is cleared from memory when: –... - Page 39 • Large photo files may take some time to display or to start a slideshow. To view best quality images If you have a Sony TV compatible with “PhotoTV HD,” you can enjoy best quality images by the following connection and setting.
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Page 40: Playing From A Usb Device
Playing from a USB device You can play photo files on the connected USB device. Connect the USB device to the USB jack on the player. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with the USB device before connecting. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to USB jack •... -
Page 41: Settings And Adjustments
Settings and Adjustments Using the Settings Displays Select (Setup) on the home menu when you need to change the settings of the player. Press HOME. Select (Setup) using </,. Select the setup category icon to change using M/m, and press ENTER. For details on setting options and setup category icons, see “Setting list”... -
Page 42: Network Update
We recommend the network update every 2 months or so. For information about update functions, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ Select “Network Update” using M/m, and press ENTER. The player connects to the network, and the display asks for confirmation. -
Page 43: Screen Settings
• The “Setup” settings remain after updating. • For information about other software update methods, visit the following website or consult your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony Service facility: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ • Do not disconnect the AC power cord while updating. - Page 44 DVD Aspect Ratio Selects the display configuration for playback of 16:9 screen pictures on a 4:3 screen TV (effective 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.
- Page 45 3 Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press ENTER. Follow the on-screen instructions. The HD indicator lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video signals. • If no picture appears after changing the “Output Video Format” settings, hold down x on the player for more than 10 seconds. The video output resolution will be reset to the lowest resolution.
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Page 46: Audio Settings
HDMI Deep Color Output Sets the Deep Color (color depth) setting for video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. The color depth is indicated by the number of bits, and more colors can be reproduced as the value increases. The player supports a color depth of up to 12 bits. - Page 47 Dolby Digital Selects the audio signals output when playing Dolby Digital discs. This setting affects the output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL/OPTICAL) jack. Downmix Converts to output Linear PCM signals. Select this when connecting an audio device without a built-in Dolby Digital decoder.
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Page 48: Bd/Dvd Viewing Settings
BD/DVD Viewing Settings The default settings are underlined. BD/DVD Menu Selects the default menu language for BD- ROMs or DVD VIDEOs. When you select “Select Language Code,” the display for entering the language code appears. Enter the code for your language by referring to “Language Code List”... -
Page 49: Parental Control Settings
Parental Control Settings The default settings are underlined. Password Sets or changes the password for the Parental Control function. A password allows you to set a restriction on BD-ROM, DVD VIDEO, and Internet video playback. If necessary, you can differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs and DVD VIDEOs. - Page 50 • If you forget the password, reset the player (page 56) and set a new password (see “Password” on page 49). • When you play discs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this player. •...
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Page 51: Photo Settings
Internet Video Unrated Sets whether or not to play unrated Internet videos. Select “Internet Video Unrated” in “Parental Control Settings,” and press ENTER. Enter your four-digit password using the number buttons. Select “OK,” and press ENTER. Select whether or not to play unrated Internet videos, and press ENTER. -
Page 52: Internet Video Settings
Internet Video Settings Region Set your region to receive services from Internet content providers. Select “Region” in “Internet Video Settings,” and press ENTER. Select your region using M/m, and press ENTER. Enter your ZIP code using the number buttons. Select “OK,” and press ENTER. Restart Internet Channels You can reconnect to the network and reacquire the Internet channels. -
Page 53: Auto Power Off
Auto Power Off The player automatically turns off if you do not press any of the buttons on the player or remote for more than 30 minutes, unless you are playing BDs/DVDs/CDs/photo files or are updating software. Turns on the “Auto Power Off”... -
Page 54: Network Settings
PC. Then, follow the on-screen instructions. For details, visit the following website and check the FAQ contents: http://www.sony.com/ blurayupdate/ Select the IP address and proxy server setting method, and press ENTER. Auto Select this when you set the IP address automatically without using the proxy server. -
Page 55: Network Connection
For further details, visit the following website and check the FAQ contents: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/ Select “OK,” and press ENTER. To enter characters The display for entering characters appears when you select “Proxy Server” in the proxy server setting. -
Page 56: Easy Setup
OPTIONS during playback (page 34) are not reset. – the BRAVIA Internet Video registration information and past purchases remaining on the server are not deleted. For details on deleting your personal information on the server, visit the following website: http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/... -
Page 57: Additional Information
Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Power The power does not turn on. , Check that the AC power cord is connected securely. - Page 58 Picture See also “Connecting to an HDMI jack” (page 15) when connecting equipment using the HDMI cable. There is no picture/picture noise appears. , Check that all the connecting cables are securely connected. , Check whether the connecting cables are damaged.
- Page 59 HDMI There is no picture or no sound when connected to the HDMI OUT jack. , Try the following: Turn the player off and on again. Turn the connected equipment off and on again. and then reconnect the HDMI cable. , If the player is connected to a TV through an AV amplifier (receiver), try connecting the HDMI cable directly to the TV.
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Page 60: Operation
BD or DVD being played. the language for the soundtrack/subtitle or angles. locked. To cancel the Child Lock, hold down N on the player until “UNLOCK” appears in the front panel display (page 10). Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. -
Page 61: Bravia Internet Video
In this case, check the following table. Error code Exxxx FAN ERR Corrective action Contact your nearest Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility and give the error code. • Check that the ventilation holes on the rear of the player are not blocked. -
Page 62: Playable Discs
Playable Discs Type Disc Logo Blu-ray Disc DVD VIDEO DATA DVD DATA CD * MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization)/IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. - Page 63 Discs that cannot be played • BDs with cartridge • DVD-RAMs • HD DVDs • DVD Audio discs • PHOTO CDs • Data part of CD-Extras • VCDs/Super VCDs • HD layer on Super Audio CDs • Audio material side on DualDiscs •...
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Page 64: Video Output Resolution
About playback of discs recorded in AVCHD format This player can play AVCHD format discs. What is the AVCHD format? The AVCHD format is a high-definition digital video camera format used to record SD (standard definition) or HD (high definition) signals of either the 1080i specification or the 720p specification... -
Page 65: Specifications
Specifications System Laser: Semiconductor laser 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) DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms HDMI OUT: HDMI 19-pin standard connector COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, P Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p/... -
Page 66: Language Code List
Language Code List For details, see page 48. The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard. Code Language Parental Control/Area Code For details, see page 49. Number, Area (Code) 2044, Argentina (ar) 2047, Australia (au) 2046, Austria (at) 2057, Belgium (be) 2070, Brazil (br) 2079, Canada (ca) -
Page 67: Custom Rating System Chart
Custom Rating System Chart For details, see page 50. Rating system TV Rating TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG TV-14 TV-MA Movie Rating PG-13 NC-17 and X Details All children Directed to children age 7 and older General audience Parental guidance suggested Parents strongly cautioned Mature audience only All children and general audience... -
Page 68: Glossary
Glossary AACS “Advanced Access Content System” is a specification for managing digital entertainment content stored on the next generation of prerecorded and recorded optical media. The specification enables consumers to enjoy digital entertainment content, including high-definition content. AVCHD (page 64) The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera format used to record SD (standard definition) or HD (high... - Page 69 PhotoTV HD (page 39) “PhotoTV HD” allows for a highly-detailed pictures, and photo-like expression of subtle textures and colors. By connecting Sony “PhotoTV HD” compatible devices using an HDMI cable, whole new world of photos can be enjoyed in breathtaking Full HD quality.
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Page 70: Index
Index Words in quotations appear in the on-screen displays. Numerics 24p True Cinema 69 AACS 68 ANGLE 8 AUDIO 8 “Audio Settings” 34 “Auto Power Off” 53 AVCHD 64 Batteries 26 “BD Data” 33 “BD/DVD Viewing Settings” 48 BD-LIVE 23 BD-R 62 BD-RE 62 Bitstream 58... - Page 71 Update 24 USB 40 “Video” 30 Video output resolution 64 Wireless bridge 25 x.v.Color 46...