Getting Started - Sony BDP-S500 Service Manual

BD/DVD region code
Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and
only will play BD-ROM/DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labeled
with identical region codes. This system is used to protect
copyrights.
DVD VIDEOs labeled ALL will also play on this player.
Depending on the BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO, there may be no region
code indication, even though playing the BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO is
prohibited by area restrictions.
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1
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT AUDIO 5.1CH OUTPUT
Y OUT
VIDEO DIGITAL OUT FRONT REAR CENTER
AC IN HDMI PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL
P B L L
R R
P R
S VIDEO WOOFER
Note on playback operations of BDs/
DVDs
Some playback operations of BDs/DVDs may be intentionally
set by software producers. Since this player plays BDs/DVDs
according to the disc contents the software producers designed,
some playback features may not be available. Also, refer to the
instructions supplied with the BDs/DVDs.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that
is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized
by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Getting Started

Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the
settings of the player.
For jack and button names, see "Index to
Parts and Controls" (page 58).
Notes
• Plug cords 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.
• Be sure to disconnect the power cord of each component
before connecting.
• Do not apply too much pressure on the connecting cords.
Pushing against the cabinet wall, etc., may damage the
cord.
• Step 1: Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
• Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/
HDMI Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
• Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords . . . . . . . . 12
• Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . 16
• Step 5: Preparing the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
• Step 6: Easy Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
• Step 7: Additional Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Main Features
Experience the high definition (HD) quality audio/video output
and the library function of this Blu-ray Disc Player.
BD-ROM playback
BD-ROM is a next generation optical disc format in the HD era.
Featuring massive storage capacity of 25 to 50 GB (five times
larger than a DVD) and a high-speed transfer rate of up to 54
Mbps, the format offers not only uncompromised HD quality
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video* * , but also enables rich bonus content on a single disc
and HD quality audio up to 8ch, and interactive operability.
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* A compatible HD display device is necessary to enjoy the same
quality.
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* Some discs allow viewing only with an HDMI connection.
24p True Cinema
Movies shot with a film camera consist of 24 frames per second.
Since conventional televisions (both CRT and flat panels)
display frames either at 1/60 or 1/50 second intervals, the 24
frames do not appear at an even pace.
When connected to a TV with 24p capabilities, the player
displays each frame at 1/24 second intervals — the same interval
originally shot with the film camera, thus faithfully reproducing
the original cinema image.
HDMI Control ('BRAVIA' Theatre Sync)
'BRAVIA' Theatre Sync Function makes operations simple by
connecting Sony components that are compatible with the
HDMI Control function with an HDMI cord.
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*.
Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and
other countries.
Esmertec and Jbed are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Esmertec AG.
© 2000-2007 Esmertec AG
* This player does not support downloadable BD-J content.
Support of uncompressed multi-channel Linear
PCM
In combination with a compatible AV amplifier, the player can
output up to 8ch Linear PCM surround sound*. With a non-
compatible amplifier, the player can output 5.1ch analog signals
from its 5.1CH OUTPUT jack for high quality audio enjoyment.
* Note that the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack does not
output 8ch signals. You will need an HDMI cord and an HDMI-
compatible device that support 8ch signals.
Support of "Dolby TrueHD" and "DTS-HD" —
7.1 Channel Surround Sound
The player supports the bitstream output functionality of Dolby
TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD High Resolution
Audio bitstream via HDMI. It also supports the decoding
functionality of Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Digital Plus to Linear
PCM via HDMI.
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Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Video cord (phono plug × 1) (1)
• Stereo audio cord (phono plug × 2) (1)
• Power cord (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
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AVCHD format disc playback
The player supports AVCHD format files–high definition
recordings made on AVCHD-compatible camcorders. Your high
definition personal archive is readily playable in HD quality.
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
digital interface
When connected to an HDMI-equipped display device using a
single HDMI cord, the player can output both SD to HD video
and multi-channel audio signals, in digital form without
degradation.
The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth
Digital Content Protection), a copy protection technology that
incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.
Library function for recorded files (For JPEG
image, MP3 audio, MPEG-2 PS movie files
only)
With DATA DVDs created on other DVD devices, three
separate movie/music/photo Title List-browsers allow for easy
sorting, searching and playback including a slideshow.
x.v.Color compatibility
This player supports playback of video contents on discs
recorded with "x.v.Color" technology. To watch this video
content with the "x.v.Color" space, a TV or other display device
supporting both video image reproduction using "x.v.Color"
standard and capability of manual switching of its color space
setting is required. Please consult your owner's manual of your
display device for further information.
◆About x.v.Color
– x.v.Color is a more familiar term for the xvYCC standard
proposed by Sony, and is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
– xvYCC is an international standard for color space in video.
This standard can express a wider color range than the
currently used broadcast standard.
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Step 2: Connecting the
Video Cords/HDMI Cord
Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector or AV
amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of the patterns
A through D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor,
projector or AV amplifier (receiver).
In order to view 1080p progressive signals with a compatible
TV, projector, or monitor with an HDMI input jack, you must
select pattern D. You can use pattern C to view 480p/720p
progressive signals or 1080i interlace signals on a compatible
device with component video input jacks.
A Connecting to a video input jack
Connect the supplied video cord (yellow) to the yellow (video)
jack. You will enjoy standard quality images.
Blu-ray Disc player
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT Y AUDIO
DIGITAL OUT OUT
VIDEO
AC IN HDMI PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL
P B L
P R R
S VIDEO
to VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
(yellow)
(yellow)
S VIDEO
Video cord (supplied)
: Signal flow
When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To
change the aspect ratio, see page 45.
Note
Do not connect a VCR, etc., between your TV and the player. If you pass
the player signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on the
TV screen. If your TV has only one audio/video input jack, connect the
player to this jack.
VCR
Blu-ray Disc player
Connect
directly
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1-2
B Connecting to an S VIDEO input jack
Connect using an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy
high quality images.
Blu-ray Disc player
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT AUDIO
Y
DIGITAL OUT
AC IN HDMI VIDEO PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL
P B L
R P R
S VIDEO
to S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO cord (not supplied)
S VIDEO
: Signal flow
5.1CH OUTPUT C Connecting to component video
FRONT REAR CENTER
L
R
WOOFER
input jacks (Y, P , P )
B R
Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords
(not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate
color reproduction and high quality images. You can also enjoy
INPUT
higher quality pictures from 480p/720p progressive signals or 1080i
VIDEO
interlace signals, if your TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) is
compatible.
L
AUDIO
Blu-ray Disc player
R
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
TV, projector, or AV
VIDEO
OUT
Y
DIGITAL OUT
AC IN HDMI VIDEO PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
amplifier (receiver) OUT COAXIAL OPTICAL
P B
P R
S VIDEO
to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(green) (green)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
(blue) (blue)
P B
(red)
(red)
P R
Component video
cord (not supplied)
: Signal flow
TV
5.1CH OUTPUT
OUT FRONT REAR CENTER
L
R
WOOFER
INPUT
S VIDEO
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
AUDIO 5.1CH OUTPUT
OUT FRONT REAR CENTER
L L
R R
WOOFER
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
Y
P /C
B B
P /C
R R
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)