Getting Started - Sony BDP-S300 Service Manual

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
D Connecting to an HDMI input jack
Use an HDMI cord to enjoy high quality digital pictures and
sound through the HDMI OUT jack. You will enjoy higher
quality pictures from 480p/1080i, or 1080p (highest among the
player output), if your TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver)
is compatible.
Blu-ray Disc player
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO AUDIO 5.1CH OUTPUT
OUT Y
OUT FRONT REAR CENTER
VIDEO DIGITAL OUT
AC IN PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
COAXIAL OPTICAL L L
P B
HDMI P
OUT R R R
S VIDEO WOOFER
HDMI to HDMI OUT
OUT
HDMI cord
(supplied with BDP-S301 only)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
HDMI IN
This Blu-ray Disc player incorporates High-Definition
Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) technology. HDMI, the HDMI
logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks
or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Notes on connecting to the HDMI OUT jack
Observe the following as improper handling may damage the
HDMI OUT jack and the connector.
• Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on the back of the player
and the HDMI connector by checking their shapes. Make sure
the connector is not upside down or tilted.
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• Be sure to disconnect the HDMI cord when moving the player.
• If you place the player on the cabinet with the HDMI cord
connected, do not apply too much pressure to the cabinet wall.
It may damage the HDMI OUT jack or the HDMI cord.
• When connecting or disconnecting, do not screw in or rotate
the HDMI connector.
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
• Video cord (phono plug × 1) (1)
• Stereo audio cord (phono plug × 2) (1)
• HDMI cord (1)
(supplied with BDP-S301 only)
• Power cord (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
About indicators for HDMI connection
After the player is turned on, the HD indicator on the front panel
lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video signals. The
HDMI indicator lights up when an HDMI device is connected.
Notes
• Consumers should note that not all high definition television sets are
fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be
displayed in the picture. In the case of 480/720/1080 progressive scan
picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the
connection to the 'standard definition' output. If there are questions
regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 480p/720p/1080p
Blu-ray Disc player, please contact our customer service center.
• If the picture is not clear, natural, or to your satisfaction, change the
video output resolution by pressing VIDEO FORMAT (page 46).
• Be sure to use only an HDMI cord that bears the HDMI logo.
About the 'BRAVIA' Theatre Sync
features (for HDMI connections only)
By connecting Sony components that are compatible with the
HDMI Control function with an HDMI cord, operation is
simplified as below:
• One-Touch Play (page 21)
You can turn on the player and TV/AV receiver, set the TV/AV
receiver's input to the player, and start playback with one touch
of the H button.
• System Power-Off
When you turn the TV off by using the POWER button on the
TV's remote, the HDMI compatible components turn off
automatically.
To prepare for the 'BRAVIA' Theatre Sync
features
Set "HDMI Control" of "Options" setup to "On" (page 52).
Note
Depending on the connected component, the HDMI Control function
may not work. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the
component.
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.
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT Y
DIGITAL OUT
VIDEO PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
AC IN
COAXIAL
P B
HDMI P R
OUT
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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Step 3: Connecting the
Audio Cords
Select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to read
the instructions for the components you wish to connect.
Connection
A
TV
B
Stereo amplifier (receiver) and
two speakers
C
AV amplifier (receiver) having a
*1
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic)
decoder and 3 to 6 speakers
• Surround effects: Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic)
D-1
AV amplifier (receiver) with
5.1ch input jacks and 6 speakers
• Surround effects: Dolby Digital
(5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch)
D-2
AV amplifier (receiver) with a
digital input jack having a Dolby
*2
Digital or DTS decoder and 6
speakers
• Surround effects: Dolby Digital
(5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch)
D-3
AV amplifier (receiver) with an
HDMI input jack and 8 speakers
• Surround effects: 8ch Linear
PCM
*1
Manufactured under license from Dolby laboratories.
"Dolby," "Pro Logic," and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
*2
"DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are registered trademarks of
DTS, Inc.
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B Connecting to an S VIDEO input jack
Connect using an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy
high quality images.
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT Y
VIDEO
AC IN
B P
HDMI R P
OUT
S VIDEO
to S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO cord (not supplied)
S VIDEO
: Signal flow
Blu-ray Disc player
AUDIO 5.1CH OUTPUT C Connecting to component video
OUT
FRONT REAR CENTER
OPTICAL L L
R
R
WOOFER
input jacks (Y, P , P
B
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
higher quality pictures from 480p/720p progressive signals or 1080i
INPUT
interlace signals, if your TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) is
VIDEO
compatible.
L
AUDIO
R
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO
OUT Y
VIDEO
AC IN
P B
TV, projector, or AV
HDMI
OUT P R
amplifier (receiver) S VIDEO
to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(green)
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
(blue)
P
B
(red)
P
R
Component video
cord (not supplied)
: Signal flow
TV
Notes about the HDMI OUT jack
• When you connect the player to an AV amplifier (receiver)
using an HDMI cord, you will need to do one of the following:
– Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to a TV with the HDMI
cord.
– Connect the player to the TV with a video cord other than an
HDMI cord (component video cord, S VIDEO cord, or video
cord).
• When connecting to the HDMI OUT jack, carefully align the
HDMI connector with the jack. Do not bend or apply pressure
to the HDMI cord.
• If you change the component connected to the HDMI OUT
Your setup
jack, change "Audio (HDMI)" in "Audio Setup" to match the
new component (page 47). The player stores the HDMI related
settings for up to five components.
• The HDMI connection is compatible with 2ch Linear PCM
signals (48 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit), and 6 to 8ch Linear PCM
signals (48 to 96 kHz, 16/20/24 bit), in addition to Dolby
Digital and DTS bit stream (5.1ch signals up to 96 kHz, 16/20/
24bit).
Note
If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio
signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, which
could damage your ears or speakers.
Blu-ray Disc player
AUDIO 5.1CH OUTPUT
OUT
DIGITAL OUT FRONT REAR CENTER
PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
COAXIAL OPTICAL L L
R R
WOOFER
INPUT
S VIDEO
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
)
R
Blu-ray Disc player
AUDIO 5.1CH OUTPUT
OUT FRONT REAR CENTER
DIGITAL OUT
PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
COAXIAL OPTICAL L L
R R
WOOFER
(green) COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
Y
(blue)
P B
P
R
(red)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)