BD-ROM 1080/24p Output, YCbCr/RGB Hdmi

The HD indicator lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video signals.

When connecting the HDMI OUT jack and other video output jacks at the same time, video signals may not output from the jacks, other than from the HDMI OUT jack, when “Auto” or “1080p” is selected (page 62). When connecting other equipment at the same time, press RETURN to return to step 2 and change the “TV Connection Method” setting.

HDMI Resolution/Component Resolution

Auto (HDMI	Normally select this.
only)	The player outputs
	signals starting from the
	highest resolution
	acceptable to the TV:
	1080p > 1080i > 720p >
	480p > 480i
	If the resulting image
	format is undesirable,
	try another setting that
	suits your TV.

480i	Outputs 480i video
	signals.

480p	Outputs 480p video
	signals.

720p	Outputs 720p video
	signals.

1080i	Outputs 1080i video
	signals.

1080p (HDMI	Outputs 1080p video
only)	signals.

BD-ROM 1080/24p Output

Sets to output 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video signals when playing film-based materials on BD-ROMs (720p/24 Hz or 1080p/24 Hz). 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz video signals can be output when all of the following conditions are met.

–You connect a 1080/24p-compatible TV using the HDMI OUT jack,

–“Output Video Format” is set to “HDMI,” and

–“HDMI Resolution” is set to “Auto” or “1080p.”

Auto	Outputs 1920 × 1080p/
	24 Hz video signals only
	when connecting a 1080/
	24p-compatible TV using
	the HDMI OUT jack.

On	Outputs 1920 × 1080p/
	24 Hz video signals
	regardless of the connected
	TV type.

Off	Select this when your TV is
	not compatible with 1080/
	24p video signals.

No BD-ROM picture appears when the connected TV is non-compatible with 1080/24p and “BD- ROM 1080/24p Output” is set to “On.” In this case, press HOME to display the home menu, and change the “BD-ROM 1080/24p Output” setting.

YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)

Sets the color setting for video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack. Select the setting that matches the connected TV type.

Auto	Automatically detects the
	connected TV type, and
	switches to the matching
	color setting.

YCbCr (4:2:2)	Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2 video
	signals.

YCbCr (4:4:4)	Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4 video
	signals.

RGB (16-235)	Select this when connecting
	to a device that only
	supports RGB limited range.

RGB (0-255)	Select this when connecting
	to an RGB (0-255) device.

Settings and Adjustments

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BDP-S360 specifications

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In conclusion, the Sony BDP-S360 stands out with its combination of high-definition playback capabilities, versatile connectivity options, and user-friendly features. Whether one is a casual viewer or a serious home cinema aficionado, this Blu-ray player provides a reliable and enjoyable option for enjoying high-quality entertainment.

Sony BDP-S360 operating instructions BD-ROM 1080/24p Output, YCbCr/RGB Hdmi

Models: BDP-S360

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