Pioneer BDP-LX 70A User manual

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Connecting your TV and AV receiver using HDMI cables
• Using HDMI cables allows you to transfer signals to an HDMI-compatible TV and AV receiver in digital format, with no loss in picture or
sound quality.
• When connecting this player to your TV, AV receiver or other equipment, make sure that all components are ‘switched off’ and
‘unplugged’.
• Also refer to the instruction manuals of the connected components.
Audio formats supported by HDMI output of this player
• 8-channel linear PCM signals (44.1 kHz to 192 kHz, 16 bit/20 bit/
24 bit)
There are some restrictions depending on the sampling rate.
(See page 42 in the Operating Instructions.)
• Dolby TrueHD (7.1 channel signals)*1
• Dolby Digital Plus (7.1 channel signals)*1
• Dolby Digital (5.1 channel signals)
• DTS-HD Master Audio (7.1 channel signals)*2
• DTS-HD High Resolution Audio (7.1 channel signals)*2
• DTS (5.1 channel signals)
*1 If the connected HDMI device is not compatible with Dolby TrueHD
or Dolby Digital Plus, the signal will be output as Dolby Digital.
*2 If the connected HDMI device is not compatible with DTS-HD
Master Audio or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, the signal will be
output as DTS.
Important
• Depending on the HDMI cable being used, 1080p output may
not appear correctly. We recommend using a commercially
available HDMI cable that supports the HDMI 1.3 specification
(Category 2) or later. (The supplied HDMI cable is capable of
outputting 1080p video.)
• If you change any components connected to the HDMI output,
press the OUTPUT RESOLUTION button to change the output
video resolution settings. (See page 12 in the Operating
Instructions.)
• DVI devices that are not compatible with HDCP (computer
displays, etc.) cannot be connected to this player.
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
LL
R
R
COAXIAL OPTICAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LAN(100) HDMI OUT
Y
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P
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SETTING 2
SETTING 1
IR RECEIVER
IR
CONTROL
IN
IN
Rearpanel of this player
HDMI-compatible display
To HDMI input
To HDMI input
From HDMI output
AV receiver
HDMI cable (supplied)
HDMI cable
(not supplied)
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6This player is compatible with Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus,
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby Digital and DTS.
To enjoy Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio at the maximum performance, connect this player
to a Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High Resolution
Audio-compatible AV amplifier using an HDMI cable. Then, after
placing a Blu-ray Disc recording a material with Dolby TrueHD,
Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, open the disc
menu and select “Dolby TrueHD”, “Dolby Digital Plus” or “DTS-HD
High Resolution Audio” from the menu.
This player is compatible with Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus,
DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby
Digital and DTS.
To enjoy Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio or
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio at the maximum performance,
connect this player to a Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD
Master Audio or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio-compatible AV
amplifier using an HDMI cable. Then, after placing a Blu-ray Disc
recording a material with Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD
Master Audio or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, open the disc
menu and select “Dolby TrueHD”, “Dolby Digital Plus”, “DTS-HD
Master Audio” or “DTS-HD High Resolution Audio” from the menu.
11 • The HDMI connection is compatible with 8-channel linear PCM
signals (44.1 kHz to 192 kHz1, 16 bit/20 bit/24 bit), Dolby Digital,
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD High Resolution
Audio and DTS (5.1 channel signals) bitstreams.
• The HDMI connection is compatible with 8-channel linear PCM
signals (44.1 kHz to 192 kHz1, 16 bit/20 bit/24 bit), Dolby
TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, DTS-HD Master
Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS (5.1 channel
signals) bitstreams.
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About the screen saver
If the player is stopped or paused for more than five minutes with no
other operation, the screen saver starts.
Once the screen saver has started, pressing any button on the front
panel or remote will clear it and return the player to normal
operation.
The screen saver starts for CDs and music files after five minutes
pass without any commands input, whether or not playback has
been paused or stopped.
About the screen saver
If the player is stopped or paused for more than one minute with no
other operation, the screen saver starts.
Once the screen saver has started, pressing any button on the front
panel or remote will clear it and return the player to normal
operation.
The screen saver starts for CDs and music files after one minute
pass without any commands input, whether or not playback has
been paused or stopped.
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Outputs a bitstream of Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital,
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio or DTS. However, if the player is
connected to an HDMI device that is incompatible with the output of
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, it
outputs the Dolby Digital or DTS bitstream. Depending on the HDMI
device connected and the content being played, Linear PCM audio may
be output. See About the audio output settings on page 42 for details.
Outputs a bitstream of Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital,
DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio or DTS. However,
if the player is connected to an HDMI device that is incompatible with
the output of Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio or
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, it outputs the Dolby Digital or DTS
bitstream. Depending on the HDMI device connected and the content
being played, Linear PCM audio may be output. See About the audio
output settings on page 42 for details.
All audio signals are converted to Linear PCM. This player can output
up to 7.1 ch Linear PCM if the connected HDMI devices are capable of
the output of Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio. See About the audio output settings on page 42 for
details.
All audio signals are converted to Linear PCM. If the HDMI device is
compatible with Linear PCM multi-channel inputs, Dolby TrueHD,
Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD High Resolution Audio signals can be
output as up to 7.1ch Linear PCM. See About the audio output settings
on page 42 for details.
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19.Outputs a DTS bitstream when the resolution is set to 576i/480i or 576p/480p.
HDMI Audio Out Auto HDMI Audio Out Auto
HDMI Audio Out Auto
PCM
HDMI Audio Out Auto
PCM
Disc audio format HDMI output1
PCM6
BD-ROM DTS-HD Master
Audio18
5.1 ch
PCM10,15,16
Auto5,6,7
DTS
Disc audio format HDMI output1
PCM6
BD-ROM DTS-HD Master
Audio17
5.1 ch
PCM10,15,16,18
Auto5,6,7
DTS-HD Master
Audio19
Disc audio format HDMI output1
PCM6
BD-ROM LinearPCM 7.1 ch
PCM10,11,15
Auto5,6,7
7.1 ch PCM
Disc audio format HDMI output1
PCM6
BD-ROM LinearPCM 7.1 ch
PCM10,11,15
Auto5,6,7
7.1 ch
PCM10,11,15
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42 7. If the connected HDMI device is not compatible with Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby
TrueHD or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, the signal will be output as Dolby Digital
or DTS. If the HDMI device is not compatible with Dolby Digital or DTS, the signal is
output as Linear PCM. If Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio is converted and output as Linear PCM, the output signal is Linear
PCM of each source signal.
7. If the connected HDMI device is not compatible with Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital
Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, the signal will be
output as Dolby Digital or DTS. If the HDMI device is not compatible with Dolby
Digital or DTS, the signal is output as Linear PCM. If Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital
Plus or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is converted and output as Linear PCM, the
output signal is Linear PCM of each source signal.
43 4 Downloading and updating of the software start.
The front panel display shows the following messages, and the
player produces an operating sound (it does not output audio or
video).
4 Downloading and updating of the software start.
The front panel display shows the following messages, and the
player produces an operating sound (it does not output audio or
video).
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HDMI troubleshooting
• Verify that the connected HDMI device is compatible with Dolby
TrueHD or Dolby Digital Plus (i.e. if bitstream output is allowed). If
the HDMI device is not compatible, the audio will be converted into
D1olby Digital or Linear PCM.
HDMI troubleshooting
• Verify that the connected HDMI device is compatible with Dolby
TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD Master Audio or DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio (i.e. if bitstream output is allowed). If the HDMI
device is not compatible, the audio will be converted into Dolby
Digital, DTS or Linear PCM.
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DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD Master Audio is a technology that delivers master audio
sources recorded in a professional studio to listeners without any
loss of data, preserving audio quality. DTS-HD Master Audio adopts
variable data transfer rates, facilitating data transfer to the
maximum rate of 24.5 Mbps in the Blu-ray disc format, which by far
exceeds that of a standard DVD. These high data transfer rates
enable lossless transmission of 96 kHz/24-bit 7.1-channel audio
sources without deteriorating the quality of the original sound. DTS-
HD Master Audio is an irreplaceable technology that can reproduce
sound faithfully as intended by the creator of music or movies.
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“POWER OFF”
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“POWER ON”
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“NET”
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“NET-DWLD”
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“DOWNLOAD”
No HDMI audio output. No HDMI audio output.

Operating Instructions
Blu-ray Disc PLAYER

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The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the userto the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the userto the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
IMPORTANT
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Thank you for buying this Pioneer product.
Please read through these operating instructions so you will know how to operate your model properly.
After you have finished reading the instructions, put them away in a safe place for future reference.
VENTILATION CAUTION
When installing this unit, make sure to leave
space around the unit for ventilation to improve
heat radiation (at least 10 cm at top, 10 cm at
rear, and 10 cm at each side).
WARNING
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
product, and to protect it from overheating. To
prevent fire hazard, the openings should never be
blocked or covered with items (such as
newspapers, table-cloths, curtains) or by
operating the equipment on thick carpet or a bed.
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WARNING
To prevent a fire hazard, do not place any naked
flame sources (such as a lighted candle) on the
equipment.
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WARNING
This equipment is not waterproof. To prevent a fire
or shock hazard, do not place any container filled
with liquid near this equipment (such as a vase or
flower pot) or expose it to dripping, splashing, rain
or moisture.
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CAUTION
The STANDBY/ON switch on this unit will not
completely shut off all powerfrom the AC outlet.
Since the powercord serves as the main disconnect
device forthe unit, you will need to unplug it from
the AC outlet to shut down all power. Therefore,
make sure the unit has been installed so that the
powercord can be easily unplugged from the AC
outlet in case of an accident. To avoid fire hazard,
the powercord should also be unplugged from the
AC outlet when left unused fora long period of time
(forexample, when on vacation).
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Operating Environment
Operating environment temperature and humidity:
+5 ºC to +35 ºC (+41 ºF to +95 ºF); less than 85 %RH
(cooling vents not blocked)
Do not install this unit in a poorly ventilated area, orin
locations exposed to high humidity ordirect sunlight (or
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WARNING
The voltage of the available power supply differs
according to country or region. Be sure that the
power supply voltage of the area where this unit
will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., 230 V
or 120 V) written on the rear panel. D3-4-2-1-4_A_En
Before plugging in forthe first time, read the following
section carefully.
CAUTION
This product is a class 1 laserproduct, but this
product contains a laserdiode higherthan Class 1.
To ensure continued safety, do not remove any covers
orattempt to gain access to the inside of the product.
Referall servicing to qualified personnel.
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The following caution label appears on yourunit.
Location: inside of the unit

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This product complies with the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC and EMC Directive2004/108/EC.
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If the AC plug of this unit does not match the AC
outlet you want to use, the plug must be removed
and appropriate one fitted. Replacement and
mounting of an AC plug on the powersupply cord of
this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel. If connected to an AC outlet, the
cut-off plug can cause severe electrical shock. Make
sure it is properly disposed of afterremoval.
The equipment should be disconnected by removing
the mains plug from the wall socket when left
unused fora long period of time (forexample, when
on vacation).
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This product is forgeneral household purposes. Any
failure due to use forotherthan household purposes
(such as long-term use forbusiness purposes in a
restaurant oruse in a carorship) and which
requires repairwill be charged foreven during the
warranty period. K041_En
This product incorporates copyright protection
technology that is protected by method claims of
certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property
rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other
rights owners. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision
Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or
disassembly is prohibited.
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the powersupply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified
service personnel.
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IMPORTANT: THE MOULDED PLUG
This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug foryoursafety and convenience. A 10 ampfuse is fitted in this plug. Should the
fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 10 amps and that it is approved by ASTA orBSI to BS1362.
Check forthe ASTA mark orthe BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the plug contains a removable fuse cover, you must ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced. If you lose the fuse coverthe plug
must not be used until a replacement coveris obtained. A replacement fuse covercan be obtained from yourlocal dealer.
If the fitted moulded plug is unsuitable for your socket outlet, then the fuse shall be removed and the plug cut off and disposed of
safely. There is a danger of severe electrical shock if the cut off plug is inserted into any 13 amp socket.
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral Brown : Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in
yourplug, proceed as follows ;
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letterNorcoloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letterLorcoloured RED.
How to replace the fuse: Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriverand replace the fuse.
If you want to dispose this product, do not mix it with general household waste. There is a separate collection system forused
electronic products in accordance with legislation that requires propertreatment, recovery and recycling.
Private households in the memberstates of the EU, in Switzerland and Norway may return theirused electronic products free of charge to
designated collection facilities orto a retailer(if you purchase a similarnew one).
Forcountries not mentioned above, please contact yourlocal authorities forthe correct method of disposal.
By doing so you will ensure that yourdisposed product undergoes the necessary treatment, recovery and recycling and thus prevent potential
negative effects on the environment and human health.
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POWER-CORD CAUTION
Handle the powercord by the plug. Do not pull out the
plug by tugging the cord and nevertouch the power
cord when yourhands are wet as this could cause a
short circuit orelectric shock. Do not place the unit, a
piece of furniture, etc., on the powercord, orpinch the
cord. Nevermake a knot in the cord ortie it with other
cords. The powercords should be routed such that they
are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged powercord
can cause a fire orgive you an electrical shock. Check
the powercord once in a while. When you find it
damaged, ask yournearest PIONEER authorized
service centeroryourdealerfora replacement.
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Contents
01 Before you start
Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
What’s in the box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Putting the batteries in the remote control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Using the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Disc/content format playback compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
File compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Titles and chapters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
DVD-Video regions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
BD-ROM regions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
02 Connecting up
Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Easy connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using other types of video output. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connecting for HDMI output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting using the component video output . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Changing the output video resolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting using an S-Video output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connecting for surround sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Network connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Controlling this player via another Pioneer component . . . . . . . 14
Using an external IR receiver with this player. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
03 Controls and displays
Front panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Front panel display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
04 Getting Started
Switching on and setting up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the on-screen displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting up for network use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Playing movies, music and photos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Playing BD/DVD movies and Audio CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Playback controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Frequently Asked Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
05 Using the Disc Navigator
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Movie Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Photo Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Music Navigator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
06 Using the Home Media Gallery
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
About network playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Using the Home Media Gallery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Movie Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Photo Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Music Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
About Windows Media Player 11/Windows Media Connect . . . . 36
07 Video/Audio Adjust menu
Video Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Audio Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
08 Initial Setup menu
Using the Initial Setup menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
About the audio output settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Speaker Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Software updating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
09 Additional information
Taking care of your player and discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Screen sizes and disc formats. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Resetting the player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Setting up the remote to control your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
TV Preset code list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
BD/DVD language code list. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
BD/DVD country/area code list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

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Chapter 1
Before you start
Features
BD-ROM playback
Blu-ray Disc is a next-generation video disc format featuring far
higher disc capacity than conventional DVD. The higher capacity
makes a whole range of new and enhanced features possible, such
as support for high-definition video up to 1920 x 1080 pixels, high
quality, surround sound audio, greater interactivity and richer
content.
BD-ROM discs are commercially produced discs (Video Distribution
format) that can contain movie and other video content, interactive
content, enhanced menu features such as pop-up menus (press
POPUP MENU/MENU during playback for these), full-colour,
high-definition animated buttons and animated menu transition
effects, button sounds (sounds are played when menu buttons are
selected or activated), high-definition bitmap subtitles supporting
full-colour images with frame-accurate animation effects up to full
video frame rate, and so on.
While BD capacity is enough for most applications, the BD-ROM
standard allows for content to be spread across several discs,
removing the limit of one physical disc. Follow the on-screen
instructions during playback when using these special kinds of
discs.
BD-J application
The BD-ROM specification supports Java for interactive content.
The Java specification for BD-ROM is known as BD-J. This allows
content providers to put games and other interactive material linked
to specific titles on to BD-ROM discs. (This player does not support
downloadable BD-J content, direct connection to the Internet or the
retrieval of content through the Internet.)
• Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and
other countries.
• © 2000-2007 Esmertec AG
Esmertec and Jbedare trademarks and/or registered trademarksof
Esmertec AG.
Connect to a local area network
Connect this player to one or more computers in your house via
Ethernet and use them as media servers, streaming audio, video
and still image files for playback on your TV and/or audio system.
HDMI digital interface
The HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) interconnect
provides high quality digital audio and video, all from a single
user-friendly connector. HDMI is the first consumer electronics
interface to support uncompressed standard, enhanced, or
high-definition video plus standard to multi-channel surround
sound audio, all using one interface. You can easily connect to an
HDMI-equipped AV receiver or audio-visual device for high quality
audio and video.
• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
HDMI Control
By connecting this unit to a Pioneer plasma television, AV system
(amplifier or AV receiver etc.), or HD AV Converter with an HDMI
cable, you can control this unit from the connected plasma
television, as well as have the connected plasma television, AV
system or HD AV Converter automatically change inputs in
response to this unit starting playback or having the GUI screen (ex.
Disc Navigator) displayed (known as the Auto-select function). The
connected plasma television can thereby have its power turned from
off to on by this function.
You can also have this unit turn on automatically when you control
this unit from a connected plasma television that is turned on
(Simultaneous power function).
Additionally, when the language information from a connected
plasma television is received, you can have this unit’s on-screen
display language change automatically to that of the plasma
television (only when playback is stopped and GUI screen is not
displayed).
Refer to your plasma television’s operating manual for more
information regarding how your plasma television transmits
language information.
For more information about which operations can be carried out by
connecting via HDMI cable, refer to the operating manual for your
plasma television, AV system or HD AV Converter.
PureCinema
When you playback film material (24 frames/second) on a BD-ROM
or DVD-Video disc, the progressive scan line automatically converts
the film material to optimum quality (see PureCinema on page 37).
1080/50p, 1080/60p and 1080/24p output video
This player supports a variety of output video resolutions, up to
1080 lines/50 or 60 frames per second, progressive (HDMI only),
making it ideal for playing high-definition Blu-ray Discs.

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High quality audio
This player is compatible with Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus,
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby Digital and DTS.
To enjoy Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio at the maximum performance, connect this player
to a Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High Resolution
Audio-compatible AV amplifier using an HDMI cable. Then, after
placing a Blu-ray Disc recording a material with Dolby TrueHD,
Dolby Digital Plus or DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, open the disc
menu and select “Dolby TrueHD”, “Dolby Digital Plus” or “DTS-HD
High Resolution Audio” from the menu.
For the output conditions of various audio types, see About the audio
output settings on page 42.
• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and
the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
• “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of
DTS, Inc.
Movie file playback
Video files encoded in the Windows Media™ Video (WMV), MPEG-1/
2 formats are playable from DVD-R/-RW, or from a connected media
server.
Music file playback
This player supports various audio formats, including Windows
Media Audio (WMA), MP3 and WAV. You can play files stored on
DVD-R/-RW, or from a connected media server.
Photo file playback
PNG, GIF and JPEG image files — including the popular EXIF format
used by most digital cameras to store picture shooting information
together with the JPEG image — are playable from DVD-R/-RW, or
from a connected media server.
• Windows Media™ is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
• This product includes technology owned by Microsoft Corporation
and cannot be used or distributed without a license from
Microsoft Licensing, Inc.
What’s in the box
Please confirm that the following accessories are in the box along
with these operating instructions when you open it:
•Remotecontrol
• AA/R6P dry cell batteries x2
• Stereo audio cable (red/white plugs)
• Video cable (yellow plugs)
•HDMIcable
•LANcable
•Powercable
• Warranty card
Putting the batteries in the remote control
• Insert two AA/R6P batteries into the battery compartment
following the indications (,) inside the compartment.
Important
Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards such as leakage and
bursting. Please observe the following:
• Don’t mix new and old batteries together.
• Don’t use different kinds of batteries together — although they
may look similar, different batteries may have different voltages.
• Make sure that the plus and minus ends of each battery match
the indications in the battery compartment.
• Remove batteries from equipment that isn’t going to be used for
a month or more.
• When disposing of used batteries, please comply with
governmental regulations or environmental public instruction’s
rules that apply in your country/area.
•WARNING
Do not use or store batteries in direct sunlight or other
excessively hot place, such as inside a car or near a heater. This
can cause batteries to leak, overheat, explode or catch fire. It
can also reduce the life or performance of batteries.
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Using the remote control
Please keep in mind the following when using the remote control:
• Make sure that there are no obstacles between the remote and
the remote sensor on the unit.
• The remote has a range of about 7 m (at an angle of 30º from
either side of the sensor). Use within this range in front of the
remote control sensor on the front panel.
• Remote operation may become unreliable if strong sunlight or
fluorescent light is shining on the unit’s remote sensor.
• Remote controllers for different devices can interfere with each
other. Avoid using remotes for other equipment located close to
this unit.
• Replace the batteries when you notice a fall off in the operating
range of the remote.
• When the batteries run down or you change the batteries, the TV
preset codes are automatically reset. See Resetting the player on
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Disc/content format playback compatibility
General disc compatibility
This player is compatible with a range of disc types (media) and
formats. Compatible discs will usually feature one of the following
logos on the disc and/or disc packaging. Note however that some
disc types, such as recordable BD, DVD or CD, may be in an
unplayable format — see below for further compatibility
information.
•“Blu-ray Disc” and are trademarks.
•is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo Licensing
Corporation.
• This player may not be able to play perfectly every disc that
features one of the logos listed above. Please contact Pioneer if
you find a disc that won’t play properly.
BD compatibility
• This player can play BD-ROM discs.
– BD-ROM discs should conform to BD-ROM Profile 1.
• This player can play BD-R discs.
– This player is compatible with Blu-ray Disc Recordable format
Ver. 21.
– This player is not compatible with Blu-ray Disc Recordable
format Ver. 12.
• This player can play BD-RE discs.
– This player is compatible with Blu-ray Disc Rewritable format
Ver. 31.
– This player is not compatible with Blu-ray Disc Rewritable
format Ver. 13and Ver. 22.
• This player can play 12 cm discs, but cannot play 8 cm discs.
DVD compatibility
• This player can play DVD-ROM (DVD-Video)/-R/-RW discs.
– This player can play DVD-R/-RW discs recorded as DVD-Video
format.
– This player cannot play unfinalized DVD discs and VR mode
DVD discs.
– This player can also play DVD discs containing PC data.
See below for the file compatibility.
• This player cannot play DVD-Audio and DVD-RAM discs.
CD compatibility
• This player can play CD-DA discs.
• PC files stored on CDs cannot be played back.
• Regarding copy protected CDs: This product is designed to
conform to the specifications of the Audio CD format. This
player does not support the playback or function of discs that do
not conform to these specifications.
• The audio signals of a CD output at the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(COAXIAL/OPTICAL) jacks of this player are protected from
copying and cannot be copied on other external components.
DualDisc playback
A DualDisc is a new two -sided disc, one side of which contains DVD
content – video, audio, etc. – while the other side contains non-DVD
content such as digital audio material.
The DVD side of a DualDisc will play in this product (excluding any
DVD-Audio content).
The non-DVD, audio side of the disc is not compatible with this
player.
It is possible that when loading or ejecting a DualDisc, the opposite
side to that being played will be scratched. Scratched discs may not
be playable.
For more detailed information on the DualDisc specification, please
refer to the disc manufacturer or disc retailer.
PC-created disc compatibility
Discs recorded using a personal computer may not be playable in
this unit due to the settings of the application software used to
create the disc. Check with the software publisher for more detailed
information.
Important
• This player cannot play discs other than the ones listed in this
chapter.
• Do not use 8 cm disc adapters with this player. 8 cm discs can
be played directly by placing then in the 8 cm disc depression in
the center of the disc tray.
File compatibility
• Compatible media: DVD-R, DVD-RW, media server on network
(some formats may not be supported depending on the media
server type).
• Even when they are in a supported format, some files may not
play or display depending on the content.
• Even when playing a supported format, some functions may not
operate properly depending on the content.
• DRM-protected contents on DVD-R/-RW discs or on media
servers that do not support WMDRM, and otherwise
incompatible files are skipped.
Note
1 The standard for recording of BDMV format data.
2 The standard for recording of BDAV format data.
3 The standard that uses the provided cartridge.
DVD-Video DVD-R
Blu-ray Disc (BD)
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• Please note, the following file naming structure needs to be
adhered to when creating/renaming any digital media to be
played on the unit (either through computer-created disc media,
or the Home Media Gallery connection). This disclaimer does
not apply to any media purchased at retail locations: Due to the
coding system used, this player will only read/play files named
using standard alphanumeric characters. Any other characters
or symbols (e.g. characters with accents) used in naming the
file will render it unreadable/unplayable by the unit. If you
encounter any difficulties with playback of media, please
rename the file in accordance to this standard.
Supported video formats
• Windows Media Video 9 (WMV9)1
– MP@HL
• Windows Media Video 9 (WMV9) Advanced Profile (VC-1)
– AP@L3
• MPEG-2 (PS/TS)
– MP@HL
• MPEG-1
Supported audio formats
• Windows Media Audio 9 (WMA9)
– Bit rate: up to 192 kbps (constant bit-rate (CBR));
up to 384 kbps (variable bit-rate (VBR))
– Sampling rates: 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz
• Windows Media Audio 9 Professional (WMA9 Pro)
– Bit rate: up to 768 kbps
– Sampling rates: 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz
– Channels: up to 5.1ch
• MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 (MP3)
– Sampling rates: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz
– Bit rate: up to 320 kbps
• Linear PCM (WAV)
– Sampling rates: 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz
Supported image formats
•JPEG
– File format: JFIF or Exif
– Resolution: up to 4096 x 4096 pixels
Baseline JPEG and progressive JPEG are supported
•PNG
– Resolution: up to 4096 x 4096 pixels
•GIF
– Resolution: up to 4096 x 4096 pixels
File extensions
The following file extensions should be used with this player:
•Video
‘.wmv’ ‘.mpg’ ‘.mpeg’
•Audio
‘.wma’ ‘.mp3’ ‘.wav’
•Image
‘.jpg’ ‘.jpeg’ ‘.png’ ‘.gif’
Even when files have a supported file extension, some files may not
play or display depending on the content or media server type.
Titles and chapters
BD and DVD movie discs are divided into one or more titles. Titles
may be further subdivided into chapters.
DVD-Video regions
All commercially produced DVD movies (DVD-Video discs) carry a
region mark on the case somewhere that indicates which region(s)
of the world the disc is compatible with. This player also has a region
mark, which you can find on the rear panel. Discs from incompatible
regions will not play in this player. Discs marked ALL will play in any
player.
The diagram below shows the various DVD regions of the world.
This player is region 2.
BD-ROM regions
Like DVD movies, BD movie discs (BD-ROM) also carry a region
mark that indicates which region(s) of the world the disc is compat-
ible with. This player also has a region mark, which you can find on
the rear panel. Discs from incompatible regions will not play in this
player. Discs marked ALL will play in any player.
The diagram below shows the various BD-ROM regions of the world.
This player is region B.
Note
1 This player is not compatible with WMV9 Complex Profile.
Title 1 Title 2 Title 3
Chapter1 Chapter2 Chapter3Chapter1 Chapter1 Chapter2
1
2
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Chapter 2
Connecting up
Rear panel
1ACIN
Connect the supplied power cord here, then plug into a power
outlet.
2 CONTROL IN
Use to control this player from the remote sensor of another Pioneer
component with a CONTROL OUT terminal and bearing the 
mark. Connect the CONTROL OUT of the other component to the
CONTROL IN of this player using a mini-plug cord (page 14).
3 HDMI OUT
HDMI output providing a high quality interface for digital audio and
video (page 11).
4 LAN (100)
Ethernet port for 100BASE-TX (100 Mbps) network connection
(page 14).
5 VIDEO OUT and S-VIDEO OUT
Video output (composite) that you can connect to your TV or AV
receiver using the supplied video cable (page 10).
S-Video output that you can use instead of the VIDEO OUT jacks
(page 12).
6 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
High quality video output for connection to a TV, monitor or AV
receiver that has component video inputs.
Connect using a commercially available three-way component video
cable (page 11).
7 DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL/OPTICAL)
Digital audio outputs for connection to a PCM, Dolby Digital, and/or
DTS-compatible AV receiver (page 13).
8 AUDIO OUT (5.1ch)
Multi-channel (5.1ch) analog audio outputs for connection to an AV
receiver with multi-channel analog audio inputs (page 13).
9 AUDIO OUT (2ch)
Stereo analog audio outputs for connection to your TV, AV receiver
or stereo system (page 10).
10 IR IN
Jack for an external IR (infrared) remote control receiver (page 15).
11 IR RECEIVER switch
Switch to the setting compatible with your external IR remote
control receiver (page 15).
Tip
• When connecting this player to your TV, AV receiver or other
equipment, make sure that all components are ‘switched off’
and ‘unplugged’.
• You may find it useful to have the manuals supplied with your
other components handy when connecting this player.
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
LL
R
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COAXIAL OPTICAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LAN(100) HDMI OUT
Y
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PB
PR
SETTING 2
SETTING 1
IR RECEIVER
IR
CONTROL
IN
IN
AC IN
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Easy connections
This is a basic setup that allows you to watch discs on your TV using
just the cables supplied.
Important
• This player is equipped with copy protection technology. Do not
connect this player to your TV via a VCR using AV cables, as the
picture from this player will not appear properly on your TV. (This
player may also not be compatible with some combination TV/
VCRs for the same reason; refer to the manufacturer for more
information.)
• Do not unplug the player from the power outlet while it is
switched on.
• Do not plug this player into a switched power supply found on
some amplifiers and AV receivers.
1 Connect the VIDEO OUT and one pair of AUDIO OUT (2ch)
jacks to a set of audio/video inputs on your TV.
Use the supplied red/white stereo audio and yellow video cables.
Make sure you match up the left and right audio outputs with their
corresponding inputs for correct stereo sound.
See Using other types of video output below if you want to use a
different type of connection.
2 Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN inlet,
then plug into a power outlet.
Using other types of video output
This player has standard (composite), S-Video and component video
outputs, as well as an HDMI connector (for digital video/audio).
In order to be able to watch HD (high definition) BDs at their full
resolution, you should connect the player to your TV using either the
component video output, or (even better) the HDMI output.
An HDMI connection will additionally give you HD output when
watching DVDs.
If your display has neither of these connection types, an S-Video jack
is also provided, which should give slightly better video quality than
using the standard video output.
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
LL
R
R
COAXIAL OPTICAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LAN(100) HDMI OUT
Y
S
PB
PR
SETTING 2
SETTING 1
IR RECEIVER
IR
CONTROL
IN
IN
AC IN
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Connecting for HDMI output
If you have an HDMI or DVI (with HDCP) equipped monitor or
display, you can connect it to this player using the supplied HDMI
cable.
The HDMI connector outputs uncompressed digital video, as well as
most digital audio formats.
Important
• This unit has been designed to be compliant with HDMI
(High-Definition Multimedia Interface). Depending on the
component you have connected, using a DVI connection may
result in unreliable signal transfers.
• If you change the display connected to the HDMI output, you will
also need to change the output video resolution settings to
match the new display (see Changing the output video resolution
on page 12 to do this).
• The HDMI connection is compatible with 8-channel linear PCM
signals (44.1 kHz to 192 kHz1, 16 bit/20 bit/24 bit), Dolby Digital,
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD High Resolution
Audio and DTS (5.1 channel signals) bitstreams.
• Depending on the HDMI cable being used, 1080p output may
not appear correctly (The supplied HDMI cable is capable of
outputting 1080p video).
• If you connect a DVI device to the HDMI output of this player,
ensure that it is compliant with High-bandwidth Digital Content
Protection (HDCP). If you choose to connect to a DVI connector,
you will need a separate adaptor (DVIHDMI) to do so. A DVI
connection, however, does not support audio signals. Consult
your local audio dealer for more information.
• Use an HDMI cable (supplied) to connect the HDMI OUT
interconnect on this player to an HDMI interconnect on an
HDMI-compatible display.
• The arrow on the cable connector body should be face up for
correct alignment with the connector on the player.
After switching on the player you may need to set the output video
resolution and HDMI colour space for compatibility with your
display. See Changing the output video resolution on page 12 and
HDMI Color Space in Using the Initial Setup menu on page 39.
About HDMI
HDMI supports both standard and high-definition video, plus
standard and multi-channel surround-sound audio. HDMI features
include uncompressed digital video, one connector (instead of
several cables and connectors), and communication between the
AV source and AV devices such as DTVs.
HDMI was developed to provide the technologies of High-bandwidth
Digital Content Protection (HDCP) as well as Digital Visual Interface
(DVI) in one specification. HDCP is used to protect digital content
transmitted and received by DVI-compliant displays.
About HDMI Control
You can enable HDMI Control by turning the HDMI Control setting
to On for all components connected via HDMI cable. Check the
video output from this unit once you have completed making
connections and settings for all components. You will need to check
the video output each time you change connected components or
remove the HDMI cable.
If you want to use an HDMI cable other than the supplied HDMI
cable, use the one that supports the HDMI 1.3 specification
(Category 2) or later. The HDMI Control functions may not operate
properly if you do not use an HDMI cable that supports the HDMI 1.3
specification (Category 2) or later.
Connecting using the component video
output
You can use the component video output instead of the standard
video out jack to connect this player to your TV (or other equipment).
• Use a component video cable (not supplied) to connect the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to a component video input on
your TV, monitor or AV receiver.
Be careful to match up the colours of the three jacks for correct
connection.
Note
1 There are some restrictions depending on the sampling rate. For more information see About the audio output settings on page 42.
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
LL
R
R
COAXIAL OPTICAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LAN(100) HDMI OUT
Y
S
P
B
P
R
SETTING 2
SETTING 1
IR RECEIVER
IR
CONTROL
IN
IN
HDMI-compatible display
To HDMI
interconnect
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
LL
R
R
COAXIAL OPTICAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LAN(100) HDMI OUT
Y
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PB
PR
SETTING 2
SETTING 1
IR RECEIVER
IR
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IN
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Changing the output video resolution
Use the OUTPUT RESOLUTION button located on both the front
panel and the remote control to switch the output video resolution
for the HDMI and component video outputs.
The table below shows the output settings.
Note
• Depending on your display, some of the settings may result in
the picture disappearing. In this case, press
OUTPUT RESOLUTION repeatedly until the picture re-appears.
• 720/50p, 1080/50i, 1080/50p, 1080/60p and 1080/24p output is
only compatible with HDMI displays. They are not compatible
with the component video output.
• When output video resolution is set to 720p, 1080i or 1080p,
video is output in 16:9 format even if TV Aspect Ratio (page 39)
is set to 4:3 (Standard).
• If the contours of the displayed subjects look jagged or blurred,
try setting the output video resolution to 576i/480i. (If you
connected this player to your TV with the HDMI connection and
the picture disappears when you switch the output video
resolution to 576i/480i, use the component connection with the
576i/480i output video resolution or S-Video, the standard
composite connection instead.)
• Note that when using a Component Video connection with a TV
or other AV component (not using HDMI), 480/60i video may be
output in 480/60p, and 576/50i video may be output in 576/50p.
24p output
For smooth presentation of 1080/24p or 720/24p video with an
HDMI-equipped display compatible with 1080/24p input, set
24p Direct Out (page 39) on this player to On.
This player will output 1080/24p video over HDMI in the following
cases:
• 1080/24p video: When the output video resolution is set to Auto
or Source Direct.
• 720/24p video: When the output video resolution is set to Auto.
Note
• Even when 24p Direct Out is set to On, if a TV not compatible
with 1080/24p video is connected, the actual frame frequency of
the video output will be 60 Hz.
• The video output will be interrupted when switching the video
output from 1080/24p or 720/24p to other output video
resolutions, or when switching to 1080/24p or 720/24p from
other output video resolutions.
Connecting using an S-Video output
You can use the S-Video output instead of the VIDEO OUT jack to
connect this player to your TV (or other equipment).
• Use an S-Video cable (not supplied) to connect the S-VIDEO
OUT to an S-Video input on your TV, monitor or AV receiver.
Line up the small triangle above the jack with the same mark on the
plug before plugging in.
Setting TV
system HDMI output Component output
Video/S-Video
output
AUTO PAL
NTSC
TV’s preferred
resolution1,2
1. Refer to 24p output below for conditions.
2. The video output will be interrupted when switching the video output.
TV’s preferred
resolution3
3. For resolutions that cannot be output by component output, video is output in the
following resolutions:
PAL: 576/50i
NTSC: 480/60i
576/50i
480/60i
576i or
480i
PAL
NTSC
576/50i
480/60i
576/50i
480/60i
576/50i
480/60i
576p or
480p
PAL
NTSC
576/50p
480/60p
576/50p
480/60p
576/50i
480/60i
720p PAL
NTSC
720/50p
720/60p
576/50i
720/60p 4,5
4. Video output is 480i during copy protected DVD-Video playback.
5. Video output during BD-ROM playback is 576i/480i depending on the disc.
576/50i
480/60i
1080i PAL
NTSC
1080/50i
1080/60i
576/50i
1080/60i4,5
576/50i
480/60i
1080p PAL
NTSC
1080/50p
1080/60p
576/50i
480/60i
576/50i
480/60i
Source
Direct
PAL
NTSC
Dependent on
source1,2 Dependent on
source 2,5,6,
6. The frame frequency for 1080/24p is still 60 Hz.
576/50i
480/60i
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
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R
R
COAXIAL OPTICAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LAN(100) HDMI OUT
Y
S
P
B
P
R
SETTING 2
SETTING 1
IR RECEIVER
IR
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IN
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Connecting for surround sound
This player offers both analog and digital connections for surround
sound. The digital outputs (coaxial and optical) provide a convenient
way to connect this player to an AV receiver with built-in Dolby
Digital and/or DTS decoders. The 5.1ch analog outputs can be used
to connect to an AV receiver with multi-channel analog audio inputs.
Check the operating instructions that came with your AV receiver for
more on these connections.
Digital connections
• Connect one of the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL/
OPTICAL) jacks on this player to a digital input on your AV
receiver.
Optical connection: Use an optical cable (not supplied) to connect
the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OPTICAL jack to an optical input on your
AV receiver.
• When inserting the plug, the protective shutter will open and
you should hear the plug click into position when fully inserted.
Take care not to force the plug as this may damage the shutter,
the cable and/or the player.
Coaxial connection: Use a coaxial cable (not supplied) to connect
the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT COAXIAL jack to a coaxial input on your
AV receiver.
Note
• Linear PCM audio output over the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
(COAXIAL/OPTICAL) jacks is limited to 2ch, 48 kHz.
Analog connections
• Connect the AUDIO OUT (5.1ch) jacks on this player to the
multi-channel analog inputs on your AV receiver.
Use a dedicated six-way cable (not supplied), or three sets of stereo
cables (not supplied) to connect the six channels.
Check carefully that each channel is connectedto its corresponding
channel on the AV receiver.
After connecting, you can make settings for the number of speakers
connected to your system — see the Speakers section of the Initial
Setup menu on page 41 and Speaker Setup on page 43.
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
LL
R
R
COAXIAL OPTICAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LAN(100) HDMI OUT
Y
S
PB
PR
SETTING 2
SETTING 1
IR RECEIVER
IR
CONTROL
IN
IN
To coaxial/optical
digital input
AV receiver
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
LL
R
R
COAXIAL OPTICAL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LAN(100) HDMI OUT
Y
S
PB
PR
SETTING 2
SETTING 1
IR RECEIVER
IR
CONTROL
IN
IN
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Network connection
This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the
Ethernet port on the rear panel.
After making the physical connection the player needs to be set up
for network communication. This is done from the Initial Setup
menu — see Setting up for network use on page 19 for detailed
instructions.
For best performance, we recommend using a 100BASE-TX
compatible PC and Ethernet hub.
Connecting via an Ethernet hub
If you already operate one or more PCs on a local area network, you
can integrate this player by connecting it to the Ethernet hub using
the included LAN cable.
In the example configuration below, this player would be able to
access content from either of the PCs.
Connecting directly to a PC
If you only need to use one PC to act as a media server, you can
connect this player directly to the PC using the included LAN cable.
Controlling this player via another Pioneer
component
The CONTROL IN jack allows you to control this player via the
remote control sensor of another Pioneer component — typically an
AV receiver — that has a CONTROL OUT jack. Remote control
signals are passed through to the player from the remote sensor of
the other component, allowing you greater freedom in the
placement of your player.
• Use a miniplug cord (not supplied) to connect the CONTROL
IN jack of this player with the CONTROL OUT jack of your other
Pioneer component.
• You will also need to connect a coaxial digital cable, analog
audio cable, or video cable.
• When connected via System Control, point the remote control
toward the connected component (such as an AV receiver). The
remote will not work correctly when pointed at this unit.
• You cannot connect use System Control with components that
do not have a System Control jack or with components
manufactured by companies other than Pioneer.
AUDIO OUT
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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
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Using an external IR receiver with this player
If you prefer to keep your AV equipment in a closed cabinet, you can
use an external IR receiver connected to the IR IN jack. You can thus
have just the receiver outside of the cabinet and still be able to
control the player.
Tip
• You may need to set the IR RECEIVER switch (located under the
IR IN jack) for this player to recognize the IR receiver correctly.
• This player does not supply power to the external IR receiver.
Please see the operating instructions of the IR receiver for the
power requirements.
AUDIO OUT
(5.1ch)
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
(2ch)
CENTER
SUB WOOFER
FRONT
SURROUND
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Chapter 3
Controls and displays
Front panel
1STANDBY/ON
Press to switch the player on (the power indicator and indicator in
the middle of the unit light up when the power is on) or into standby.
2 Disc tray
3OPEN/CLOSE
Press to open or close the disc tray.
4 Indicators
•FL OFF – Lights when the display and other indicators are
switched off.
•HD – Lights when the video output is 720p, 1080i or 1080p
(HDMI), or 720p or 1080i (component).
•LAN – Lights when there is an active local area network (LAN)
connection.
•HDMI – Lights when a device is connected via HDMI.
5Display
Shows disc status and playback information.
6 (play)
Press to start or resume playback.
7 (stop)
Press to stop playback (you can resume playback by pressing ).
8(pause) (pause)
Press to pause playback. Press again to restart.
9 Skip/scan buttons
•– Press to jump to the next chapter, track, etc. Press
and hold for fast forward scanning.
•– Press to jump back to the beginning of the current
chapter, track, etc. then to previous chapters, tracks, etc. Press
and hold for fast reverse scanning.
10 OUTPUT RESOLUTION
Press to switch the output resolution over HDMI and component
video outputs. See Changing the output video resolution on page 12.
Front panel display
1
Lights during playback of a disc.
2Characterdisplay
Shows various playback information — disc time, chapter and title
number, etc.
3NTSC
Lights when the video output signal format is NTSC.
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Remote control
1STANDBY/ON
Press to switch the player on or into standby.
2OPEN/CLOSE
Press to open or close the disc tray.
3 FL DIMMER
Press to change the brightness of the display. When the display and
other indicators are off, the FL OFF indicator (page 16) lights.
4 Number buttons
Use to enter title, chapter or track numbers, etc.
CLEAR: Press to clear a numeric entry, etc.
ENTER: Press to select an option or execute a command.
5 HOME MEDIA GALLERY
Press to display the Home Media Gallery screen (see page 30).
6 OUTPUT RESOLUTION
Press to switch the output resolution over HDMI and component
video outputs (see pages 12 and 23).
7 AUDIO
Press to select the audio channel or language (see page 23).
8SUBTITLE
Press to select a subtitle display (see page 23).
9DISPLAY
Press to display information (see page 23).
10 ANGLE
Press to change the camera angle during BD-ROM or DVD-Video
movie multi-angle scene playback (see page 23).
11 DISC NAVIGATOR/TOP MENU
Press to display the top menu of a BD-ROM or DVD-Video disc.
When playing a DVD-R/-RW disc, press to display/exit the Disc
Navigator.
12 POPUP MENU/MENU
BD-ROM: Press to display/hide the pop-up menu.
DVD-Video: Press to display the disc menu (if there is one).
13 /// and ENTER
Use to navigate on-screen displays and menus. Press ENTER to
select an option or execute a command.
14 HOME MENU
Press to display the player’s Home Menu, from which you can
access most of the player’s functions.
15 RETURN
Press to return to a previous screen.
16 Red/Green/Yellow/Blue
Use to navigate BD-ROM menus.
When playing a movie file on a DVD-R/-RW disc or media servers,
press the Blue button to switch the TV system frame rate (50 Hz/
60 Hz) (see About NTSC/PAL TV systems on page 20).
17 Playback controls
: Press to start reverse/forward scanning.
: Press to start or resume playback.
(pause): Press to pause playback; press again to restart.
: Press to stop playback (you can resume playback by pressing
).
: Press to jump to the start of the previous/next chapter/
track.
/ : Use for slow motion and step frame (see
page 22).
18 PLAY MODE
Press to change the Play Mode (repeat play, for example) (see
page 22).
19 PHOTO ZOOM
Press to zoom the screen when displaying a still image (see
page 23).
20 VIDEO ADJUST
Press to display the Video Adjust screen (see page 37).
21 TV CONTROL buttons
See also Setting up the remote to control your TV on page 46.
: Press to turn the TV on or into standby.
VOLUME +/–: Use to adjust the volume.
CHANNEL +/–: Use to select TV channel.
INPUT SELECT: Press to change the input function of the TV.
BD PLAYER
STANDBY/ON
RED GREEN YELLOW BLUE
OPEN/CLOSE
TOP MENU
RETURN
DISC NAVIGATOR
POPUP MENU
HOME
MENU
AUDIO SUBTITLE ANGLE DISPLAY
OUTPUT
RESOLUTION
HOME MEDIA
GALLERY
ENTER
PHOTO ZOOM
ENTER
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CHANNEL VOLUME
INPUT
SELECT
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DIMMER
CLEAR
VIDEO
ADJUST
PLAY MODE
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