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- Page 1 MODEL BD-HP25X BLU-RAY DISC/DVD PLAYER OPERATION MANUAL...
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Page 3: Safety / Important Information
OPERATION MANUAL ENGLISH Introduction SAFETY / IMPORTANT INFORMATION WARNING: • This Player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER Note: product. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR This Player can be used only where the power • The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS supply is AC 100–240V, 50/60Hz. -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functions, but it can also cause personal Additional Safety Information injuries and property damage if improperly handled. This product has been engineered 14) Power Sources—This product should be operated only from the type of power and manufactured with the highest priority on safety. - Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Water and Moisture—Do not use this product near • Heat—The product should be situated away from water - for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or or other products (including amplifiers) that produce near a swimming pool;...
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Page 6: Precautions
PRECAUTIONS Precautions on viewing stereoscopic 3D images Precautions when cleaning this product • Do not view stereoscopic 3D images if you have a history of photosensitivity, heart • Turn off the main power and unplug the AC cord from the wall outlet before handling. disease or poor health. -
Page 7: Dear Sharp Customer
DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player. To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation of your product, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully before using this product. Getting Started Step 1: Unpacking Step 2: Selecting equipment to connect Make sure the following accessories are provided with the product. -
Page 8: Table Of Contents
Contents Operating a SHARP TV Using the Remote Control ............ 21 Introduction TV function control ....................21 Turning Off the LCD Backlight and Indications ............21 SAFETY / IMPORTANT INFORMATION .............. 1 Using AQUOS LINK ....................22 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............. 2 Controlling the Blu-ray disc player using AQUOS LINK ........ - Page 9 Contents Settings What to do first: SETTINGS ......................39 Refer to “Getting Started” (p. 5) to prepare for using this Common operations ....................39 Basic Operation for Playback Setting ................ 40 player. Audio Video Settings ....................41 Smart Settings ......................42 AQUOS LINK ......................
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Page 10: What Would You Like To Do With This Player
What would you like to do with this Player? Watch high quality movies on Blu-ray discs Enjoy BD-LIVE functions through the Internet This Player offers full high-definition Blu-ray disc playback. This Player is compatible with BD-LIVE. You can enjoy bonus content such as movie trailers through the Internet when playing back BD-Video discs Video/Picture/Music Playback (p. -
Page 11: About Media Types
About Media Types Recording Disc Media Format Recording Format Contents Blu-ray Disc Disc Type Contents Format Size USB memory DivX+HD Audio + Video Blu-ray Disc is the ultimate next generation optical Region — Audio 12 cm device (H.264/MKV) (Movie) media format, offering the following key features: Video code B/ALL + Video... -
Page 12: Discs That Cannot Be Used With This Player
About Media Types The following Audio CD discs cannot be played. You may experience one or more of the following Discs that Cannot Be Used with • Discs containing a signal for the purpose of protecting symptoms when playing files. This Player copyrights (copy control signal) may not be played back •... -
Page 13: About Disc Contents
About Media Types About files/folders for Still images (JPEG ABOUT DivX VIDEO Title, Chapter and Track ® • DivX is a digital video format created by DivX, Inc. This files) and audio data (MP3 files) is an official DivX Certified ®... -
Page 14: Icons Used On Bd/Dvd Video Disc Cases
About Media Types Subtitle languages Icons Used on BD/DVD Video Disc This indicates the kind of subtitles. Cases Screen aspect ratio Movies are shot in a variety of screen modes. The back of the case of a BD/DVD that is Camera angle commercially available usually contains various Recorded onto some BD/DVD discs are scenes... -
Page 15: Important Information
• “BD-LIVE” logo is a trademark of Blu-ray Disc use of these discs can damage the lens. Association. • Request the nearest service centre approved by SHARP Be Careful of Scratches and Dust • is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing to clean the lens. -
Page 16: Major Components
Major Components Main Unit (Front) Main Unit (Rear) B (Power) (p. 20) 0 Front panel display (p. 20) AC IN terminal (p. 19) 2 B (On/Standby) indicator (p. 20) • The elapsed time is displayed during 2 ETHERNET terminal (p. 18) playback. -
Page 17: Remote Control Unit
Major Components B (Power) (p. 20) Remote Control Unit 2 m OPEN/CLOSE (p. 24) 3 AUDIO (p. 36), SUBTITLE (p. 36) 4 Number buttons (p. 38) 5 REPEAT (p. 35) 6 T SKIP/k (pp. 28, 34) 7 U SKIP/l (pp. 28, 34) 8 F PAUSE (pp. -
Page 18: Connection
Connection Connecting to a TV/projector You can enjoy high quality digital picture and sound using an HDMI cable. (Only NOTE TVs/projectors with an HDMI terminal can be connected to this player.) • In this player, “HDMI Video Out” is set to “Auto” as a default (See page 41). (Normally When you use AQUOS LINK, make sure to use a certified HDMI cable. -
Page 19: Connecting To An Amplifier/Av Receiver
Connecting to an amplifier/AV receiver You can connect this player to an amplifier/AV receiver to enjoy digital surround NOTE sound. With this player, the audio connection can be made using either one of • When using an HDMI output, 7.1 ch Digital Output is available. the following methods depending on the capabilities of the amplifier/AV receiver •... -
Page 20: Broadband Internet Connection
• To update the software via the Internet, perform Software Update Settings. (Pages 48–49) LAN cable Internet Modem Broadband router Commercially available NOTE • Use a LAN cable/router supporting 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX. • SHARP cannot guarantee that all brands’ broadband routers will operate with this player. -
Page 21: Playback
Playback Before Starting Playback NOTE Loading the Batteries in the Remote Connecting the Power Cord • Do not subject the remote control unit to shock, water Control Plug the supplied AC cord into the AC IN terminal on or excessive humidity. •... -
Page 22: Turning The Power On
Before Starting Playback Turning the Power On Turning the power on Indicators on the Player Press B on the remote control or on the Player to B (On/Standby) indicator turn on the power of the Player. Green on Power on Red on Standby BD/DVD/CD mode indicator... -
Page 23: Language Setting
• To select the DVD disc language, such as subtitle Changing the on-screen display language, etc., see page 25. language Operating a SHARP TV Using the Press a/b to select “Settings”, then press d or Remote Control ENTER. Press a/b to select “On Screen Language”, The Universal Remote Control may operate the then press d or ENTER. -
Page 24: Using Aquos Link
Control), with AQUOS LINK you can interactively • In order to make AQUOS LINK available, set “AQUOS shown in 2D. operate this player with your SHARP AQUOS TV. LINK” to “Yes” (See page 42). Refer to the Operation Manual of the TV for details... -
Page 25: Control Panel
Before Starting Playback Control Panel Major functions of each button icon Control Panel This function allows you to operate this player using • Display the pop-up menu screen for BD POP-UP POP-UP TOP MENU the TV remote control by displaying the control FUNC. -
Page 26: Video/Picture/Music Playback
Video/Picture/Music Playback NOTE Loading a Disc BD/DVD Video Playback • The disc load time may vary depending on the disc. BD VIDEO BD-RE BD-R Regarding playback of BD video discs • Some of the newly released BD video discs cannot be DVD VIDEO DVD-R DVD-RW... -
Page 27: Displaying The Disc Information
Video/Picture/Music Playback NOTE Displaying the disc information BD/DVD Menus • The procedure explained on this page is the basic • This section explains how to play back a BD/DVD operation procedure. Procedures vary depending on video disc with a top menu, disc menu or pop-up the BD/DVD video disc, so you may need to follow the instructions in the BD/DVD video disc manual or the menu. -
Page 28: Using The Pop-Up Menu
USB memory device. some discs. USB1 terminal NOTE Enjoying BONUSVIEW or BD-LIVE • SHARP cannot guarantee that all brands’ USB memory devices will operate with this player. BD VIDEO • Only USB memory devices formatted with FAT 32/16 are USB memory device compatible. -
Page 29: Use Of Picture In Picture Function (Secondary Audio/Video Playback)
Video/Picture/Music Playback NOTE Use of Picture in Picture function Virtual Package • Regarding playback method of BD-LIVE contents, (secondary audio/video playback) For BD-Video discs compatible with Virtual etc., perform the operations in accordance with the instructions in the BD disc manual. Package, data is copied from the discs or Internet to BD-Video that includes secondary audio and •... -
Page 30: Dvd-R/-Rw (Vr Format) / Bd-Re/-R (Bdav Format) Playback
Video/Picture/Music Playback About Title List DVD-R/-RW (VR format) / BD-RE/-R Playback by selecting a title • The Title List can be displayed in two types, (BDAV format) Playback Thumbnail and Title Name. Load a recorded disc. • Each time you press A (Red), the screen changes •... -
Page 31: Playback By Selecting A Chapter
Video/Picture/Music Playback Playback by selecting a chapter Playback by selecting a Playlist Playback from the beginning or resume playback Press B (Green) while the Thumbnail screen is Press C (Yellow) while the Title List screen is displayed. displayed. When you play back the title from the Title List after •... -
Page 32: Audio Cd Playback
Video/Picture/Music Playback Press a if playback does not begin Audio CD Playback Operation procedure for the automatically or playback is stopped. “Functions” menu To pause the playback at any time, press AUDIO CD Press D (Blue) (Functions) when the CD screen •... -
Page 33: Audio Data (Mp3 File) Playback
Video/Picture/Music Playback Press ENTER to play back the selected file. NOTE Audio Data (MP3 File) Playback • Playback of the selected file will begin. • A USB memory device can be used with either the CD-R CD-RW DVD-R DVD-RW USB1 or USB2 terminal. When two USB memory devices are connected to both terminals at the same time, in certain situations the USB1 terminal may give This Player can play back audio data (MP3 files) -
Page 34: Displaying Still Images (Jpeg Files)
Video/Picture/Music Playback Press ENTER to display the selected file. NOTE Displaying Still Images (JPEG files) • The selected still image appears on the screen. • A USB memory device can be used with either the CD-R CD-RW DVD-R DVD-RW USB1 or USB2 terminal. When two USB memory devices are connected to both terminals at the same 1/77 time, in certain situations the USB1 terminal may give... -
Page 35: Accessing Dlna Servers
Video/Picture/Music Playback Press ENTER or d. Types of playable files Accessing DLNA servers • The player automatically scans and displays DLNA Video DivX Plus HD (avi/divx/mkv) servers within your local network. The player can browse and play movies, music and Music photos stored on your DLNA Certified media servers connected within your home network. -
Page 36: Playback Functions
Playback Functions Fast Forward/Reverse (Search) Pause/Frame Advance Playback BD VIDEO BD-R BD-RE BD VIDEO BD-R BD-RE DVD VIDEO DVD-R DVD-RW DVD VIDEO DVD-R DVD-RW AUDIO CD The Pause function is enabled when b is pressed during playback. (If you are playing back The Fast Forward/Reverse function is enabled when an audio CD, audio data [MP3 files] or still images d or e is pressed during playback. -
Page 37: Repeat Playback Of A Title Or Chapter (Repeat Playback)
Playback Functions Press ENTER. Press ENTER at the scene where you want to Repeat Playback of a Title or Example: Repeat playback of a title (TITLE) set the start point. Chapter (Repeat Playback) • “Set End Point” displays. BD-VIDEO Press ENTER at the scene where you want to BD VIDEO BD-R BD-RE... -
Page 38: Displaying The Audio Information
Playback Functions Press a/b to select the Angle Number column, Displaying the Audio Information Switching Subtitles then press ENTER. You can display the audio information on the disc BD VIDEO DVD VIDEO BD-VIDEO currently being played back by pressing AUDIO. If subtitles are provided in multiple languages, you The displayed contents vary depending on the disc. -
Page 39: Settings During Playback
Settings During Playback 3 Operation guide display Press a/b/c/d to set, then press ENTER. Function Control • Operations vary depending on the setting. Follow Provides help on remote control button operations. the operation instructions on the screen. BD VIDEO BD-R BD-RE Press j or FUNCTION to close the Function control operation... -
Page 40: Functions Which Can Be Set
Settings During Playback Subtitle Language Functions which can be set • Shows the currently selected subtitle language. If subtitles are provided in other languages, you can Title/Track Number (Direct Title/Track Skip) switch to your preferred language. • Shows the title number being played back (or track Angle Number number when playing back an audio CD). -
Page 41: Settings
Settings SETTINGS Common operations The “menu” enables various audio/visual settings Home screen display and adjustments on the functions using the remote control unit. You need to call up the On Screen Press a/b to select “Settings”, then press d or ENTER. Display to perform settings for this player. -
Page 42: Basic Operation For Playback Setting
SETTINGS Press c/d to select the parental control level Basic Operation for Playback for DVD VIDEO, BD-ROM, and then select the Setting country code. Press ENTER after making each selection. Example: Setting “Parental Control” under “Playback Setting” Parental Control Press a/b to select “Settings”, then press d or Disc Language ENTER. -
Page 43: Audio Video Settings
SETTINGS 2 This sets the audio output mode for DIGITAL Audio Video Settings Audio Out AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL terminal) when selecting “Digital Output”. You can set the audio output when connecting to HDMI Video Out SURROUND equipment. Item This sets the audio output connected to This sets the resolution of the video output for the Bitstream: SURROUND equipment. -
Page 44: Smart Settings
SETTINGS Smart Settings Dynamic Range Control Control Panel This lets you adjust the range between the loudest This lets you set display of the control panel on the Quick Start and softest sounds (dynamic range) for playback TV screen to on or off. at average volume. -
Page 45: Playback Setting
SETTINGS Playback Setting Disc Language (Disc Priority Language) PIN Code Setting This lets you select the language for subtitles, audio This sets the PIN code for setting or changing the Parental Control and menus displayed on the screen. Parental Control Level. This lets you set the Parental Control depending Item (Subtitle) Item... -
Page 46: On Screen Language
SETTINGS Version Communication Setup 3D mode This sets output of 3D images. When you select “Version”, the system software This allows you to perform and/or change the To view 3D images, playback of 3D content (3D BD version is displayed. communication settings. - Page 47 SETTINGS Press a/b to select “Settings”, then press d or Press a/b to select “Complete”, then press Select “Next”, then press ENTER. • If selecting “Yes” in the step 5, go to the step 8. ENTER. ENTER. Press a/b to select “Communication Setup”, Enter your DNS address.
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Page 48: The Operation Procedure For Inputting Characters Manually
SETTINGS Repeat the step 3 to display all of the desired Press D (Blue) (Complete) to fix the numbers The operation procedure for numbers in the input field. which have been input. inputting characters manually Example: The screen for inputting numeric characters IP Address NOTE Netmask... -
Page 49: Usb Memory Management
Erases BD-VIDEO data on USB memory. NOTE: priority to Local Storage and “Erase” and “Format” are • SHARP cannot guarantee that all brands’ USB not available for the USB memory device connected to Format Erase all contents on USB memory memory devices will operate with this player. -
Page 50: Software Update Settings
SETTINGS Update process Software Update Settings When this player is turned on, the Internet In this player, the software version can be updated connection starts automatically. • “Accessing...” blinks on the screen. using either one of the following methods. • Auto Update from Network •... -
Page 51: Manual Update From Network
Retry the update after checking if the broadband To check for the availability of a software update, Internet connection (page 18) and communication visit http://support.sharp.net.au/drivers/. settings (pages 44–46) are performed properly. • When software update data is released, copy the data onto a USB memory device after downloading it to a •... - Page 52 SETTINGS When you insert or remove a USB memory device, Enter the 4-digit number using 0–9. NOTE be sure to turn the main power off and make sure • Only USB memory devices formatted with FAT 32/16 are that “Quick Start” is set to “No” (See page 42). compatible.
- Page 53 SETTINGS • If the USB memory device is not properly installed Press ENTER to start updating. When the software is successfully updated, a or the correct update file cannot be found on • The screen becomes dark for a while until the screen is displayed indicating that the update the USB memory device, an error message is update screen can be displayed.
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Page 54: Streaming Content
Streaming content Playing back video on demand streaming content In this player, you can enjoy a variety of video on Operational buttons for playback control Playing back YouTube content demand streaming content by connecting to the Item Internet. This player can play back YouTube video content Pause the video content. -
Page 55: Appendix
Appendix Troubleshooting The following problems do not always suggest a defect or malfunction of this Player. Refer to the problems and lists of possible solutions below before calling for service. Power Problem Possible causes and solutions The Player power cannot be turned on. •... - Page 56 Troubleshooting Playback (Continued) Problem Possible causes and solutions Video stops. • Has the Player been subjected to shock or impact? Are you using it in an unstable location? The Player will stop if it senses shock or vibration. The Player makes a snapping sound when starting •...
- Page 57 Troubleshooting Sound Problem Possible causes and solutions No sound, or sound is distorted. • If the volume of the TV or amplifier is set to minimum, turn the volume up. • There is no sound during still mode, slow motion playback, fast forward and fast reverse. (Page 34) •...
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Page 58: To Reset This Player
• Since all settings including the language setting stored in memory are also reset when a reset has been performed, they must be set again. • When the problem persists even after performing a reset, unplug the AC cord and plug it in again. If this does not solve the problem, contact the nearest service centre approved by SHARP. -
Page 59: On-Screen Error Messages
On-screen Error Messages The following messages appear on the TV screen in case of an error during operation. Error message Possible Error Suggested Solution Cannot play. • The disc cannot be played back with this Player. • Check the disc, and load it correctly. Incompatible disc. -
Page 60: Specifications
Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. General Power supply AC 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption (Normal) 15 W (AC 230 V, 50 Hz) Power consumption (Standby) 0.4 W (AC 230 V, 50 Hz) (When “Quick Start” is set to “No”) Approx. -
Page 61: Glossary
Glossary AVCHD (page 9) BD-ROM (pages 9, 24) Disc menu (page 25) AVCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) BD-ROMs (Blu-ray Disc Read-Only Memory) This lets you select things like the subtitle language refers to a recording format (specification) for digital are commercially produced discs. - Page 62 Glossary DVD upscaling (page 24) HDMI (page 16) Multi Angle (pages 36–38) Upscaling (upconverting) refers to a function of HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an This is a feature of DVD and BD video discs. In various players and devices that enlarge the image interface that supports both video and audio on some discs, the same scene is shot from different size to fit the size of the screen of video equipments...
- Page 63 Glossary Region code (page 9) x.v.Colour Code identifying a geographic region of x.v.Colour reproduces a greater range of colour than compatibility for a BD/DVD. before, showing almost all of the colours that the human eye can detect. (Applicable for JPEG files Resume playback (page 24) only with this system) If you stop playback while it is in progress, the...
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Page 64: Network Service Disclaimer
Therefore, any use of such third party content and services must be in accordance with any authorisation or terms of use provided by such content or service provider. Sharp shall not be liable to you or any third party for your failure to abide by such authorisation or terms of use. Unless otherwise specifically authorised by the applicable content or service provider, all third party content and services provided are for personal and non-commercial use;... -
Page 65: About Software License
The copyrights for the software components and various relevant documents included with this product that were developed or written by SHARP are owned by SHARP and are protected by the Copyright Act, international treaties, and other relevant laws. This product also makes use of freely distributed software and software components whose copyrights are held by third parties. - Page 66 Memo...
- Page 68 This Sharp product is warranted against faults in materials and manufacture for a period of twelve(12) months from the date of original purchase. If service is required during the warranty period, please contact your nearest Sharp Approved Service Centre. These repairs would be carried out at no charge to the owner, subject to the conditions specified herein.