DConnecting to an HDMI input jack

Use an HDMI cord 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.

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AUDIO

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DIGITAL OUT

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HDMI

 

 

HDMI cord

 

(supplied with BDP-S301 only)

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.

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 480/720/1080 progressive scan picture problems, it is recommended that the user switch the connection to the ‘standard definition’ output. If there are questions regarding our TV set compatibility with this model 480p/720p/1080p Blu-ray Disc player, please contact our customer service center.

•If the picture is not clear, natural, or to your satisfaction, change the video output resolution by pressing VIDEO FORMAT (page 46).

•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, 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.

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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.

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.

•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 rotate the HDMI connector.

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