Sony 3-270-909-11(1) features (for HDMI connections only), About the ‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync, DConnecting to an HDMI input jack, About indicators for HDMI connection

DConnecting to an HDMI input jack

Use a certified Sony HDMI cord (not supplied) 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

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		OUT	Y		AUDIO	5.1CH OUTPUT
		VIDEO		DIGITAL OUT	OUT	FRONT REAR CENTER
AC IN	HDMI			PCM/DTS/DOLBY DIGITAL
	OUT		PB	COAXIAL OPTICAL	L	L
			PR		R	R
		S VIDEO				WOOFER

HDMI

OUT

to HDMI OUT

HDMI cord (not supplied)

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 rotatethe HDMI connector.

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 480p/720p/1080i/1080p scan
picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the
connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions
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regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 480p/720p/1080i/
1080p Blu-ray Disc player, please contact our customer service center.
• If the picture is not clear, not natural or not to your satisfaction, change
the video output resolution by pressing VIDEO FORMAT (page 46).	Started
• 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 (not supplied), 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.

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