Playback Functions

Switching the Angle

If multiple angles are recorded, you can switch between them.

1Press ANGLE during playback.

The display indicates the angle number currently being played back. Each time you press ANGLE, the angle switches.

“–” is displayed if a disc is recorded with only one angle.

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To return to the previous angle, press ANGLE to cycle through the angles until you return to the original angle.

Displaying the Angle Mark

You can change settings so that Angle Mark appears in the right bottom part of the screen when multiple angles are recorded. (The Angle Mark is only displayed for DVD video.) The settings can be changed in “SETTINGS”

-“PLAYBACK SETTING” - “ANGLE MARK DISPLAY” (Page 36).

NOTE

Settings for audio, subtitles and angle can be changed also in Function Control Screen (Page 32).

The operations of subtitles, angle and audio differ according to each disc. You may need to refer to the operation manual of the disc.

The following operations will not work when playing back an audio CD:

Slow Playback, Frame Advance

Display of functions

The display for subtitles, angle or audio automatically disappears after 5 seconds.

Switching between functions

You can switch the subtitles, angle and audio at the Function Control screen (Page 32).

The operation for each function varies depending on the disc. See the manual for the disc.

Fast Forward/Reverse

You cannot perform Fast Forward/Fast Reverse between titles. At the end or beginning of the title, Fast Forward/Fast Reverse will be cancelled and normal playback will automatically resume.

Subtitles are not played back with BD/DVD video discs during Fast Forward and Fast Reverse.

Depending on the disc and the scene being played back, the Player may not operate at the speed listed in this manual when performing Fast Forward.

Slow Playback

You cannot perform Slow Playback between titles. At the end of the title, Slow Playback will be cancelled and normal playback will automatically resume.

Repeat Playback

Repeat Playback may be forbidden depending on the disc.

Partial Repeat Playback may not work in multi- angle scenes.

For Partial Repeat Playback, set the start and end points within the same title.

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Sharp BD-HP50U operation manual Switching the Angle, Displaying the Angle Mark, Press Angle during playback

BD-HP50U specifications

The Sharp BD-HP50U is a versatile Blu-ray player that has garnered attention for its impressive array of features and technologies. As part of Sharp's commitment to delivering high-quality home entertainment, this player stands out by offering an enhanced viewing experience for audiophiles and movie buffs alike.

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Furthermore, the BD-HP50U supports various disc formats, including Blu-ray, DVD, and CD, making it a multi-functional device that caters to different media preferences. Its compatibility with BD-Live technology also allows users to access additional online content and features, enhancing the interactive experience of Blu-ray discs.

In terms of audio capabilities, the BD-HP50U supports high-definition audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. This means that it can deliver a true cinema-like sound experience when paired with a compatible surround sound system. The player also features HDMI output, which provides a single-cable connection for both high-definition audio and video, simplifying setup while maintaining optimal performance.

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