Sony BDP-S360 operating instructions Precautions, On safety, On placement, On power sources

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Notes About the Discs

To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.

Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause it to malfunction.

Precautions

The power requirements and power consumption of this player are indicated on the back of the player. Check that the player’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply.

Power requirements and power consumption

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• If the player is brought directly

from a cold to a warm location,

or is placed in a very damp

room, moisture may condense

on the lenses inside the player.

Should this occur, the player

may not operate properly. In

this case, remove the disc and

leave the player turned on for

about half an hour until the

moisture evaporates.

• Do not install the player in an

inclined position. It is

designed to be operated in a

horizontal position only.

• Keep the player and the discs

away from equipment with

strong magnets, such as

Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as the temperature may rise considerably inside the car.

After playing, store the disc in its case.

Clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.

Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available disc/ lens cleaners, or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

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.

A disc that has cellophane tape or sticker adhesive on it.

Do not resurface the playing side of a disc to remove surface scratches.

On safety

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the player, or place the player near water, such as near a bathtub or shower room. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

Do not touch the AC power cord with wet hands. Doing so may cause an electric shock.

On placement

Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player.

Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes.

Do not install this player in a confined space, such as a bookshelf or similar unit.

Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.

Do not place the player outdoors, in vehicles, on ships, or on other vessels.

microwave ovens, or large

loudspeakers.

• Do not place heavy or unstable

objects on the player.

• Do not place any objects other

than discs on the disc tray.

Doing so may cause damage to

the player or the object.

• When you move the player,

take out any discs. If you

don’t, the disc may be

damaged.

• When you move the player,

disconnect the AC power cord

and all other cables from the

player.

On power sources

The player is not disconnected from the AC power source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off.

If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to disconnect the player from the wall outlet. To disconnect the AC power cord, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

Observe following points to prevent the AC power cord being damaged. Do not use the AC power cord if it is damaged, as doing so may result in an electric shock or fire.

Do not pinch the AC power cord between the player and wall, shelf, etc.

Do not put anything heavy on the AC power cord or pull on the AC power cord itself.

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Contents Sony Corporation Operating InstructionsOwner’s Record PrecautionsOn power sources PrecautionsOn safety On placementOn replacement of parts On adjusting volumeOn cleaning On cleaning discs, disc/ lens cleanersAbout this manual Table of Contents Additional Information Remote Guide to Parts ControlsOptions page 32 Color buttons RED/GREENTOP Menu POP UP/MENUOpen/close Disc tray Blu-ray Disc indicatorFront panel Front panel display Remote sensor Play, x stopEXT Network connection indicatorFront panel display HdmiVentilation fan is inside the player Rear panelHookups Settings Hookups and SettingsHooking Up the Player To connect to a TV with DVI input Connecting to Your TVJack type Video resolution Hookup About video/HDMI OUT jacksAbout indicators for Hdmi connection Connecting to an Hdmi jackAbout the Bravia Sync features for Hdmi connections only To prepare for the Bravia Sync featuresLanguage Follow Connecting to component video jacks Y, PB, PR Connecting to audio/video jacks Coaxial See Connecting to audio L/R jacksAbout audio/HDMI OUT jacks Jack type HookupSet BD Audio Setting to Direct in the Audio Settings setup Settings Connecting to digital jacks OPTICAL/COAXIALConnecting to audio L/R jacks To remove the external memory Inserting the External MemoryAbout LAN cables Connecting to the NetworkTo update the player’s software using the network To enjoy the BD-LIVE functionWhen connecting via a wireless LAN router Connecting the AC Power CordTo control other TVs with the remote Preparing the RemoteControlling TVs with the remote Available buttonsTurn on the TV Press /1 to turn on the player Easy SetupWhen turned on for the first time Code numbers of controllable TVsInitial settings message appears When you select Hdmi in stepWhen you select Component Video in step For details about Quick Start Mode, see When you select Video in stepSet Quick Start Mode to On or Off, and press Enter Select Finish, and press EnterPress Z on the player to close the disc tray Playing BDs/DVDsLock To stop playbackTo pause playback ControlEnjoying BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE Using the BD’s or DVD’s menuPress Enter Press Options during playback or in pause modeSelect a search method using M/m, and press Enter Searching for a Title/ChapterPress Display Adjusting pictures and sound for videosTo adjust the picture Displaying the playing time and play informationTo select a music CD track To adjust the audio characteristicsInsert a music CD Press N PlayVarious music playback operations Available Options during playback Press Home Select Photo using Select , and press EnterSelect a file or folder using M/m, and press Enter Playing Photo FilesTo view best quality images Set the options Settings and Adjustments Using the Settings DisplaysPress Home Select Setup using Settings and AdjustmentsSelect OK using /,, and press Network UpdateSetting list Select Network Update using M/m, and press EnterScreen Format Video SettingsTo update the software using an update disc TV TypeCinema Conversion Mode DVD Aspect Ratio Output Video FormatTV Connection Method YCbCr/RGB Hdmi BD-ROM 1080/24p OutputAudio Settings 48kHz/96kHz PCM BD Audio SettingAudio ATT Dolby DigitalDownmix Audio DRCSubtitle BD/DVD Viewing SettingsBD/DVD Menu AudioPassword DVD Parental ControlParental Control Region Code Slideshow Speed Photo SettingsHybrid Disc Playback Layer BD Internet ConnectionSystem Settings System Information Network SettingsSoftware Update Notification Internet SettingsAvailable buttons Buttons Details To enter charactersSelect Resetting, and press Enter ResettingSelect Easy Setup, and press Select Start using /,, and press EnterPicture Additional Information TroubleshootingPower DiscSound External memory is not recognized External memory local storageNo sound is output from the Hdmi OUT jack Control for Hdmi function does not work Bravia SyncSome functions such as Stop or Search cannot be performed OperationRemote does not function Disc does not start playing from the beginningWhen an error code appears in the front panel display Error code Corrective actionSelf-Diagnosis Function Type Disc Logo Icon used Characteristics Playable DiscsBlu-ray Disc Region code BD-ROM/DVD Video only Discs that cannot be playedWhat is the Avchd format? About playback of discs recorded in Avchd formatThis player can play Avchd format discs Video Output Resolution When Output Video Format is set to VideoUnselectable Lpcm 7.1ch Audio Output Signals and Player SettingsAudio Settings setup table HD Audio*2Inputs and outputs SpecificationsSupplied accessories SystemCode Language Language Code ListParental Control/Area Code For details, seeUse and End User License Agreement Changes to Service ConfidentialityIndemnification Preamble Software License InformationGeneral Provisions Package ListAdditional Information How to Apply These Terms to Your New Programs No WarrantyPreamble Page How to Apply These Terms to Your New Libraries Original SSLeay License OpenSSLOriginal SSLeay BSD License FreeTypeCurl license About MPEG-4 AVC and VC-1Glossary Pop-up menu DTS-HD Master AudioLTH Low to High PhotoTV HDNumerics Index

BDP-S360 specifications

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