To set the video output resolution

Press VIDEO FORMAT repeatedly to select the desired resolution. Note that the resolution differs depending on the display device, connecting jack and the source material as below.

SettingsAuto
ConnectingHDMI OUTCOMPONENT VIDEO OUTVIDEO/S VIDEO
jack

 

Automatically selects the480i/576i

480i/576i

 

recommended resolution acceptable

 

 

 

for your TV.

 

 

576i/480i

480i/576i

480i/576i

480i/576i

576p/480p480p/576p

480p/576p

480i/576i

 

 

 

 

720p

720p

BD:720p/576i*1, DVD:480p/576i

480i/576i

1080i

1080i

BD:1080i/576i*1, DVD:480p/576i

480i/576i

1080p

1080p

480i/576i

480i/576i

 

 

 

 

Source DirectOutput differs depending on source

Output differs depending on source

480i/576i

 

material*2material*3

 

*1 576i when in 50Hz to comply with the international standards.*2 Outputs in the same resolution and frequency as recorded on the disc.*3 1080/24p video signals are not output from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks.

Notes

If the picture is not clear, natural or to your satisfaction, try another resolution that suits the disc and your TV/projector, etc. For the details, refer also to the instruction manual supplied with the TV/projector, etc.

480i/576i or 480p/576p video signals may be output when you connect to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks and play some copy-guarded BDs/ DVDs. To enjoy the HD quality resolution in this case, connect the display device to the HDMI OUT jack using an HDMI cord.

Even when you select a setting other than “Auto,” the player automatically adjusts the video signals if the TV cannot accept the set resolution.

To output the 1080/24p video signalsA 1080/24p-compatible TV is required for this setting.

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Set “24p Output” in “Video Setup” to “On” (page 45).Press VIDEO FORMAT repeatedly to select “Auto” or “Source Direct.”

Note

If there is no picture, press VIDEO FORMAT repeatedly until the picture appears correctly.

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