Pioneer BDP-LX70A operating instructions Switching on and setting up, Enter, Setup Navigator

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Chapter 4

Getting Started

Switching on and setting up

When you switch the player on for the first time the Setup Navigator screen appears. We recommend using this to make a few basic player settings.

STANDBY/ON

4 Press ENTER to start setting up using the Setup Navigator.

Setup Navigator

Before using, make some simple settings for the BD player.

S t a r t

C a n c e l

Please use the Initial Setup if you want to make more detailed settings.

ENTER

1Switch on your TV and set the video input to this player.

2Press the STANDBY/ON button on the remote control or the front panel to switch on.

•It can take up to one minute for the unit to turn on.

•When you switch on for the first time, your TV should display the Setup Navigator screen. (If the Setup Navigator doesn’t appear, you can also access it from the Initial Setup menu; see page 41).

•When you have this unit connected to a plasma television that is compatible with HDMI Control, language settings are imported from the plasma television’s OSD settings before Setup Navigator begins.

3Use the / buttons to choose a language, then press

ENTER.

Setup Navigator

Language

E n g l i s h

f r a n ç a i s D e u t s c h I t a l i a n o E s p a ñ o l

If you don’t want to use the Setup Navigator, press  to select Cancel, then press ENTER to exit the Setup Navigator.

5Use the / buttons to select the output video resolution then press ENTER.

Setup Navigator

Output Video Resolution

Auto

576i/480i

576p/480p

720p

1080i

1080p

Source Direct

If you connected this player to your TV using the HDMI connector, select from Auto, 576i/480i (interlaced), 576p/480p (progressive), 720p, 1080i, 1080p, or Source Direct, then skip to step 7 (the aspect ratio will automatically be set to 16:9 (Widescreen)). Generally, the Auto setting is recommended.

Setup Navigator

Output Video Resolution

S-Video/Video only

576i/480i

576p/480p

720p

1080i

Don't Know

If you’re using an S-Video or composite video connection, select S- Video/Video only.

If you’re using a component video connection, match the output setting with the capabilities of your TV. Select from: 576i/480i, 576p/480p, 720p, 1080i or Don’t Know. If you select 720p or 1080i, skip the next step since the aspect ratio will automatically be

set to 16:9 (Widescreen).

6Use the / buttons to select the aspect ratio of your TV then press ENTER.

Setup Navigator

TV Aspect Ratio

16:9 (Widescreen)

4:3 (Standard)

If you have a widescreen TV, select 16:9 (Widescreen); if you have a standard size TV, select 4:3 (Standard).

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Contents Blu-ray Disc Player Ventilation Caution For U.K model Contents Features ChapterPutting the batteries in the remote control Using the remote controlWhat’s in the box BD compatibility Disc/content format playback compatibilityGeneral disc compatibility DVD compatibilityTitles and chapters DVD-Video regionsBD-ROM regions Component Video OUT ControlHdmi OUT Digital Audio OUT COAXIAL/OPTICALUsing other types of video output Easy connectionsAbout Hdmi Connecting for Hdmi outputConnecting using the component video output About Hdmi Control24p output Changing the output video resolutionConnecting using an S-Video output AutoConnecting for surround sound Digital connectionsAnalog connections Network connection Connecting directly to a PCConnecting via an Ethernet hub Controlling this player via another Pioneer componentUsing an external IR receiver with this player IR receiver STANDBY/ON Output ResolutionFront panel display  OPEN/CLOSERemote control Setup Navigator Switching on and setting upPress Enter to start setting up using the Setup Navigator Use the / buttons to choose a language, then pressPress Home Menu to exit the Initial Setup menu Using the on-screen displaysSetting up for network use About the screen saverAbout NTSC/PAL TV systems Playing movies, music and photosPlaying BD/DVD movies and Audio CD Press  OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray Load a discResuming playback of BD/DVD movies and Audio CDs Playback controlsScanning video and audio Resuming playback of movie, music and photo filesChanging the Play Mode Playing video in slow motionVideo step forward and step reverse Switching audio streams/channels Switching camera anglesSwitching subtitles Switching the output video resolutionFrequently Asked Questions Playback sample rate of the audio is downsampled to 48 kHzSelect ‘Movies’, ‘Photos’ or ‘Music’ IntroductionAlternatively, press Disc Navigator Press Home Menu to exit the Disc Navigator screenSearching movies Photo NavigatorDisplaying the browse menu Browsing moviesSearching photos Displaying the Photo Options menuBrowsing photos Press  to display the Photo Options menuPress Enter to play the currently highlighted music Music NavigatorDisplaying the Song Options menu Press  to display Song Options menuBrowsing songs Now playing song information Searching songsAbout network playback Press  to display the Movie Options menu Using the Home Media Gallery Movie NavigatorDisplaying the Movie Options menu Press Home Menu to exit the Home Media Gallery screenMovie sources Closer 102You should see a list of albums from the selected server Press Enter to display the Photo Options menuPhoto sources Browsing songs Music sourcesBrowse sub-menu gives you various ways to browse songs About Windows Media Player 11/Windows Media Connect Changing content on your Media ServerFAQ Authorizing this playerYou can create up to three presets of your own Video AdjustCreating your own presets Adjust the picture quality settingsAudio Adjust Select ‘Audio Adjust’Audio DRC 24p Direct Out Using the Initial Setup menuSetting above is set to 169 Widescreen OffDTS DTS  PCMPCM DVD About the audio output settings Speaker Setup Software updatingTaking care of your player and discs Resetting the player Screen sizes and disc formatsInput the manufacturer code Setting up the remote to control your TVTV Preset code list Confirm that the TV is responding to the programmed codeTroubleshooting BD/DVD language code listBD/DVD country/area code list Playback troubleshootingFormat even if TV Aspect Ratio is set to 43 Standard Hdmi troubleshooting Network troubleshooting Miscellaneous troubleshooting Change the Set hybrid disc playback layer to DVDGlossary Dynamic range DTS-HD High Resolution AudioMAC Media Access Control address EthernetOpenSSL License LicenseOpenSSL Original SSLeay LicenseUPNPLib/Intel Stack Jpeg image compression TiffHowl LibpngZlib FreeType LibhttpShadow Utilities TinyLoginVera.ttf/VeraMono.ttf Luxi fontsPage No Warranty How to Apply These Terms to Your New ProgramsGNU Lesser General Public License Page END of Terms and Conditions Specifications Pioneer Corporation

BDP-LX70A specifications

The Pioneer BDP-LX70A is a remarkable Blu-ray player that stands out in the crowded market of home entertainment devices. Known for its superior performance and high-quality playback, it incorporates cutting-edge technologies that enhance the viewing experience for movie enthusiasts and casual viewers alike.

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