15
Hookups and Settings
Connect the player and your TV using an HDMI cab le to enjoy high quality digital pictures an d
sound through the HDMI OUT jack.
If you connect a Sony TV that is compatible with the “Control for HDMI” function (page 16),
refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV.
If you connect a 1080/24p- or 1080p-compatible TV, use a High Speed HDMI cable.

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
rear of the player and the HDMI connec tor
by checking their shapes. Make sure the
connector is not upside down or tilted.
• Be sure to disc onnect the HDMI cable when
moving the player.
• If you place the p layer on a cabinet with the
HDMI cable connected, do not apply too
much pressure to the cabin et wall. It may
damage the HDMI OUT jack or the HDMI
cable.
• When connecting or disconnecting, do not
screw in or rotate the HDMI connector.

About indicators for HDMI connection

When the connected HDMI-compatible
component is recognized, the HDMI
indicator lights up in the front panel display.
Connecting to an HDMI jack
TV
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
HDMI cable (not supplied)
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