Sony BDP-S360 DVD Aspect Ratio Output Video Format, Cinema Conversion Mode, TV Connection Method

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DVD Aspect Ratio

 

Output Video Format

 

 

 

Selects the display configuration for playback of 16:9 screen pictures on a 4:3 screen TV (selectable 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.

 

 

 

 

Pan & Scan

Displays a full-height

 

picture on the entire screen,

 

with trimmed sides.

 

 

 

 

Letter Box

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pan & Scan

b

Depending on the DVD, “Letter Box” may be selected automatically instead of “Pan & Scan” or vice versa.

Cinema Conversion Mode

Sets the video conversion method for 480p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p* signals from the HDMI OUT jack or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.

* HDMI only

Auto

Normally select this. The

 

player automatically detects

 

whether the material is

 

video-based or film-based,

 

and switches to the

 

appropriate conversion

 

method.

 

 

Video

The conversion method

 

suited for video-based

 

material will always be

 

selected regardless of the

 

material.

 

 

Selects the jack type to output video signals (“TV Connection Method”) and output resolution (“HDMI Resolution”/“Component Resolution”).

1Select “Output Video Format” in “Video Settings,” and press ENTER.

2Select the jack type to output video signals using M/m, and press ENTER.

b

When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time, select “Component Video.”

TV Connection Method

HDMI

Outputs signals from

 

the HDMI OUT jack

 

according to the “HDMI

 

Resolution” setting

 

(page 43).

 

 

Component

Outputs signals from

Video

the COMPONENT

 

VIDEO OUT jacks

 

according to the

 

“Component

 

Resolution” setting

 

(page 43).

 

 

Video

Outputs signals from

 

the LINE OUT VIDEO

 

jack.

 

 

3(When you select “HDMI” or “Component Video” only)

1Select the signal type for the HDMI OUT jack or COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks using M/m, and press

ENTER.

When you change the video output resolution, the test screen appears for about 30 seconds.

b

If no picture appears, press RETURN to return to the previous screen, and change the resolution setting.

2Select “Finish,” and press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation.

3Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press

ENTER.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

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Contents Operating Instructions Sony CorporationPrecautions Owner’s RecordOn placement PrecautionsOn safety On power sourcesOn cleaning discs, disc/ lens cleaners On adjusting volumeOn cleaning On replacement of partsAbout this manual Table of Contents Additional Information Guide to Parts Controls RemotePOP UP/MENU Color buttons RED/GREENTOP Menu Options page 32Front panel display Remote sensor Play, x stop Disc tray Blu-ray Disc indicatorFront panel Open/closeHdmi Network connection indicatorFront panel display EXTRear panel Ventilation fan is inside the playerHookups Settings Hookups and SettingsHooking Up the Player About video/HDMI OUT jacks Connecting to Your TVJack type Video resolution Hookup To connect to a TV with DVI inputConnecting to an Hdmi jack About indicators for Hdmi connectionAbout 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 Jack type Hookup See Connecting to audio L/R jacksAbout audio/HDMI OUT jacks CoaxialSet BD Audio Setting to Direct in the Audio Settings setup Connecting to digital jacks OPTICAL/COAXIAL SettingsConnecting to audio L/R jacks Inserting the External Memory To remove the external memoryTo enjoy the BD-LIVE function Connecting to the NetworkTo update the player’s software using the network About LAN cablesConnecting the AC Power Cord When connecting via a wireless LAN routerAvailable buttons Preparing the RemoteControlling TVs with the remote To control other TVs with the remoteCode numbers of controllable TVs Easy SetupWhen turned on for the first time Turn on the TV Press /1 to turn on the playerInitial settings message appears When you select Hdmi in stepWhen you select Component Video in step Select Finish, and press Enter When you select Video in stepSet Quick Start Mode to On or Off, and press Enter For details about Quick Start Mode, seePlaying BDs/DVDs Press Z on the player to close the disc trayControl To stop playbackTo pause playback LockUsing the BD’s or DVD’s menu Enjoying BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVESearching for a Title/Chapter Press Options during playback or in pause modeSelect a search method using M/m, and press Enter Press EnterDisplaying the playing time and play information Adjusting pictures and sound for videosTo adjust the picture Press DisplayPress N Play To adjust the audio characteristicsInsert a music CD To select a music CD trackVarious music playback operations Playing Photo Files Press Home Select Photo using Select , and press EnterSelect a file or folder using M/m, and press Enter Available Options during playbackTo view best quality images Settings and Adjustments Settings and Adjustments Using the Settings DisplaysPress Home Select Setup using Set the optionsSelect Network Update using M/m, and press Enter Network UpdateSetting list Select OK using /,, and pressTV Type Video SettingsTo update the software using an update disc Screen FormatCinema Conversion Mode DVD Aspect Ratio Output Video FormatTV Connection Method BD-ROM 1080/24p Output YCbCr/RGB HdmiAudio Settings Dolby Digital BD Audio SettingAudio ATT 48kHz/96kHz PCMAudio DRC DownmixAudio BD/DVD Viewing SettingsBD/DVD Menu SubtitlePassword DVD Parental ControlParental Control Region Code BD Internet Connection Photo SettingsHybrid Disc Playback Layer Slideshow SpeedSystem Settings Internet Settings Network SettingsSoftware Update Notification System InformationTo enter characters Available buttons Buttons DetailsSelect Start using /,, and press Enter ResettingSelect Easy Setup, and press Select Resetting, and press EnterDisc Additional Information TroubleshootingPower PictureSound Control for Hdmi function does not work Bravia Sync External memory local storageNo sound is output from the Hdmi OUT jack External memory is not recognizedDisc does not start playing from the beginning OperationRemote does not function Some functions such as Stop or Search cannot be performedWhen 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 Discs that cannot be played Region code BD-ROM/DVD Video onlyWhat 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 HD Audio*2 Audio Output Signals and Player SettingsAudio Settings setup table Lpcm 7.1chSystem SpecificationsSupplied accessories Inputs and outputsFor details, see Language Code ListParental Control/Area Code Code LanguageUse and End User License Agreement Changes to Service ConfidentialityIndemnification Package List Software License InformationGeneral Provisions PreambleAdditional Information No Warranty How to Apply These Terms to Your New ProgramsPreamble Page How to Apply These Terms to Your New Libraries Original SSLeay License OpenSSLOriginal SSLeay FreeType BSD LicenseAbout MPEG-4 AVC and VC-1 Curl licenseGlossary PhotoTV HD DTS-HD Master AudioLTH Low to High Pop-up menuIndex Numerics

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