Sony BDP-S300 - Blu-Ray Disc Player User manual

SERVICE MANUAL
US Model
AEP Model
UK Model
E Model
Russian Model
Australian Model
Singapore Model
Thai Model
BDP-S300
BDP-S300/S301
RMT-B101A/B101P
SPECIFICATIONS
Ver. 1.1 2007.07
Photo: BDP-S300
System
Laser: Semiconductor laser
Outputs
(Jack name: Jack type/Output level/
Load impedance)
AUDIO OUT L/R:
Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL):
Optical output jack/−18 dBm (wave
length 660 nm)
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL):
Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms
5.1CH OUTPUT:
Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms
HDMI OUT:
HDMI 19-pin standard connector
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT(Y, /P B /C B ,
P
R /C R ):
Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p/P
B /C B , P R /C R :
progressive or interlace
= 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms
VIDEO: Phono jack/1.0 Vp-p/75 ohms
S VIDEO: 4-pin mini DIN/Y:
1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.286 Vp-p/75ohms
(US, CND)
1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3 Vp-p (PAL)/75ohms
(Except US, CND, SP)
(SP)
1.0 Vp-p, C: 0.3 Vp-p (PAL)/Y: 1.0
Vp-p, C: 0.286 Vp-p (NTSC)/75ohms
General
Power requirements:
120 V AC, 60 Hz (US, CND)
110–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (E32)
220–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
(Except US, CND, E32)
Power consumption: 33 W
Dimensions (approx.):
430 ×79 ×375 mm (17 ×3
1
/
8
×
14
7
/
8
in.) (width/height/depth) incl.
projecting parts
Mass (approx.): 4.5 kg (10 lb)
Operating temperature:
5 °C to 35 °C (41°F to 95°F)
Operating humidity:
25 % to 80 %
Supplied accessories
Specifications and design are subject to
change without notice.
•Video cord (phono plug ×1) (1)
•Stereo audio cord (phono plug ×2) (1)
•HDMI cord (1)
(supplied with BDP-S301 only)
•Power cord (1)
•Remote commander (remote) (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
• Plug Adaptor (1) (E32)
• GNU License Information (1)
(Except US, CND)
BLU-RAY DISC PLAYER
TM
•Abbreviation
CND : Canadian model
E32 : Latin American model
SP : Singaporean model
Canadian Model
BDP-S300/S301

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WARNING!!
WHEN SERVICING, DO NOT APPROACH THE LASER
EXIT WITH THE EYE TOO CLOSELY. IN CASE IT IS
NECESSARY TO CONFIRM LASER BEAM EMISSION,
BE SURE TO OBSERVE FROM A DISTANCE OF
MORE THAN 25 cm FROM THE SURFACE OF THE
OBJECTIVE LENS ON THE OPTICAL PICK-UP BLOCK.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous ra-
diation exposure.
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0OR DOTTED LINE
WITH MARK 0ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND IN
THE PARTS LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION.
REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE
PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL
OR IN SUPPLEMENTS PUBLISHED BY SONY.
Fig. A. Using an AC voltmeter to check AC leakage.
1.5 k Ω 0.15 µFAC
voltmeter
(0.75 V)
To Exposed Metal
Parts on Set
Earth Ground
LEAKAGETEST
The AC leakage from any exposed metal part to earth
ground and from all exposed metal parts to any exposed metal
part having a return to chassis, must not exceed 0.5 mA (500 mi-
croamperes). Leakage current can be measured by any one of
three methods.
1. A commercial leakage tester, such as the Simpson 229 or RCA
WT-540A. Follow the manufacturers' instructions to use these
instruments.
2. A battery-operatedAC milliammeter. The Data Precision 245
digital multimeter is suitable for this job.
3. Measuring the voltage drop across a resistor by means of a
VOM or battery-operated AC voltmeter. The “limit” indica-
tion is 0.75V, so analog meters must have an accurate low-
voltage scale. The Simpson 250 and Sanwa SH-63Trd are ex-
amples of a passive VOM that is suitable. Nearly all battery
operated digital multimeters that have a 2VAC range are suit-
able. (See Fig. A)
1. Check the area of your repair for unsoldered or poorly-sol-
dered connections. Check the entire board surface for solder
splashes and bridges.
2. Check the interboard wiring to ensure that no wires are
“pinched” or contact high-wattage resistors.
3. Look for unauthorized replacement parts, particularly transis-
tors, that were installed during a previous repair. Point them
out to the customer and recommend their replacement.
4. Look for parts which, though functioning, show obvious signs
of deterioration. Point them out to the customer and recom-
mend their replacement.
5. Check the line cord for cracks and abrasion. Recommend the
replacement of any such line cord to the customer.
6. Check the B+ voltage to see it is at the values specified.
7. Check the antenna terminals, metal trim, “metallized” knobs,
screws, and all other exposed metal parts for AC leakage.
Check leakage as described below.
SAFETY CHECK-OUT
After correcting the original service problem, perform the following
safety checks before releasing the set to the customer:
CAUTION:
The use of optical instrument with this product will increase eye
hazard.
Unleaded solder
Boards requiring use of unleaded solder are printed with the lead-
free mark (LF) indicating the solder contains no lead.
(Caution: Some printed circuit boards may not come printed with
the lead free mark due to their particular size.)
: LEAD FREE MARK
Unleaded solder has the following characteristics.
•Unleaded solder melts at a temperature about 40°C higher than
ordinary solder.
Ordinary soldering irons can be used but the iron tip has to be
applied to the solder joint for a slightly longer time.
Soldering irons using a temperature regulator should be set to
about 350°C.
Caution: The printed pattern (copper foil) may peel away if the
heated tip is applied for too long, so be careful!
•Strong viscosity
Unleaded solder is more viscous (sticky, less prone to flow) than
ordinary solder so use caution not to let solder bridges occur
such as on IC pins, etc.
•Usable with ordinary solder
It is best to use only unleaded solder but unleaded solder may
also be added to ordinary solder.
ATTENTION AU COMPOSANT AYANT RAPPORT
À LA SÉCURITÉ!
LES COMPOSANTS IDENTIFIÉS PAR UNE MARQUE 0SUR
LES DIAGRAMMES SCHÉMATIQUES ET LA LISTE DES
PIÈCES SONT CRITIQUES POUR LA SÉCURITÉ DE
FONCTIONNEMENT. NE REMPLACER CES COM- POSANTS
QUE PAR DES PIÈCES SONY DONT LES NUMÉROS SONT
DONNÉS DANS CE MANUEL OU DANS LES SUPPLÉMENTS
PUBLIÉS PAR SONY.
This label is located on the laser
protective housing inside the enclosure.
This appliance is classified as a
CLASS1 LASER product. The
CLASS1 LASER PRODUCT
MARKING is located on the laser
protective housing inside the enclosure.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section Title Page Section Title Page
SERVICE NOTE
1. DISC REMOVAL PROCEDURE IF THE TRAY
CANNOT BE EJECTED (FORCED EJECTION) .......... 4
2. INSTALLATION METHOD OF EARTH SPRING
(FRONT) ........................................................................ 4
3. INSTALLATION METHOD OF REAR GASKET ............ 4
4. INSTALLATION METHOD OF NON-HALOGENE
TAPE .............................................................................. 5
5. TEST DISC .................................................................... 5
1. GENERAL
This Player Can Play the Following Discs and Files .... 1-1
Main Features................................................................ 1-1
Getting Started .............................................................. 1-2
Basic Operations ........................................................... 1-4
Watching Movie Files .................................................... 1-7
Listening to Music Files ................................................. 1-8
Viewing Photo Files ....................................................... 1-9
Changing the Initial Settings ......................................... 1-10
Additional Information ................................................... 1-13
2. DISASSEMBLY AND REASSEMBLY
2-1. DISASSEMBLY .............................................................. 2-1
2-1-1. Disassembly Flow ......................................................... 2-1
2-1-2. Upper Case ................................................................... 2-1
2-1-3. Tray Cover Assy ............................................................ 2-2
2-1-4. BD Drive (Service Use) ................................................. 2-2
2-1-5. MAIN Board ................................................................... 2-3
2-1-6. AU-258 Board ................................................................ 2-3
2-1-7. Power Block ................................................................... 2-4
2-1-8. Circuit Boards Location ................................................. 2-4
2-2. REASSEMBLY ............................................................... 2-5
2-2-1. Upper Case ................................................................... 2-5
2-2-2. Tray Cover Assy ............................................................ 2-5
2-2-3. BD Drive (Service Use) ................................................. 2-6
2-2-4. MAIN Board ................................................................... 2-6
2-2-5. FL-176 Board/FR-271 Board ........................................ 2-7
2-2-6. DC FAN .......................................................................... 2-7
3. BLOCK DIAGRAMS
3-1. Main Diagram ................................................................ 3-1
3-2. Audio Block Diagram ..................................................... 3-3
3-3. FL/FR Block Diagram .................................................... 3-5
3-4. Power 1 Block Diagram ................................................. 3-7
3-5. Power 2 Block Diagram ................................................. 3-9
3-6. Power 3 Block Diagram ................................................. 3-11
3-7. Power 4 Block Diagram ................................................. 3-13
4. SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND PRINTED WIRING
BOARDS
4-1. Frame Schematic Diagram ............................................ 4-1
4-2. Printed Wiring Boards and Schematic Diagrams ......... 4-5
AU-258 (ANALOG AUDIO) Schematic Diagram........... 4-5
AU-258 Printed Wiring Board ........................................ 4-7
FL-176 Printed Wiring Board ........................................ 4-11
FL-176 (FL/LED) Schematic Diagram .......................... 4-13
FR-271 Printed Wiring Board ........................................ 4-15
FR-271 (SW/IR, INPUT/LED) Schematic Diagram ...... 4-17
5. TROUBLESHOOTING
Main Set, Power Supply Section ................................... 5-1
Operation&Display Section ........................................... 5-9
Audio Section ................................................................ 5-13
FL Section ..................................................................... 5-14
6. REPAIR PARTS LIST
6-1. Exploded Views ............................................................. 6-1
6-1-1. Case Assy ................................................................ 6-1
6-1-2. Main Chassis Block .................................................. 6-2
6-1-3. Main Block ................................................................ 6-3
6-2. Electrical Parts List ....................................................... 6-4

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SERVICE NOTE
1. DISC REMOVAL PROCEDURE IF THE TRAY CANNOT BE EJECTED (FORCED EJECTION)
1. Remove the upper case. (Refer to page 2-1)
2. Insert a clip in the hole of a drive and open a tray.
clip
tray
2. INSTALLATION METHOD OF EARTH SPRING (FRONT)
1. Please install earth spring (front) at an installation position of right and left in a front frame.
Please be careful to directions of installation.
2. Please fix by for each one place with a screw.
earth spring (front)
3. INSTALLATION METHOD OF REAR GASKET
1. Please remove a rear panel fixed screw and jack fixed screw (total 9 screws) and remove a rear panel.
2. Please stick a rear gasket inside the lower part of a rear panel. Refer to a lower picture. The location of the gasket is between the
optical terminal and the audio terminal.
3. Please install a rear panel in the chassis from the slanting bottom and install a removed screws.
rear gasket

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5. TEST DISC
Part No. Description Layer
J-6090-199-A BLX-104 Single Layer
J-6090-200-A BLX-204 Dual Layer
3-702-101-01 CD (YEDS-18)
J-6090-088-A HLX-504 Single Layer (NTSC)
J-6090-089-A HLX-505 Dual Layer (NTSC)
J-6090-077-A HLX-506 Single Layer (PAL)
J-6090-078-A HLX-507 Dual Layer (PAL)
5-1. Operation and Display
Check Items
1) BLX-104
1. Select 23.976Hz 1080p
2. Play “4.Motion pictures”
3. Check whether player can play back or not
4. Check each outputs
Video:
Composite/S Video/ component/HDMI
Audio:
Digital out(Coaxial/Optical)/Audio out/5.1Ch output
*When 1080/24p monitor is nothing, 1080i(59.94Hz or 50Hz) can use instead of 1080/24p.
However this is temporary correspondence.
2) BLX-204
1. Select 1080i(59.94Hz or 50Hz)
2. Play “4.Motion pictures”
3. Check whether player can play back or not
(Check the picture and sound output)
3) CD (YEDS-18)
Check whether player can play back or not
(Check the sound output)
4) HLX-504/505(NTSC) HLX506/507(PAL)
1. After displayed Main Menu, select “1.Video”
2. Play “1.Color Bar 100%”
(Check the picture and sound output)
3. Return to Menu
4. Play “Demonstration 4:3” or “5.Demonstration 16:9”
(Check the picture and sound output)
4. INSTALLATION METHOD OF NON-HALOGENE TAPE
1. Please connect a drive power supply harness after an exchange of a drive and fix by a reuse clamp.
2. Please stick a non-halogene tape so that a power supply harness may be fixed on the drive back.
non-halogene tape

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5-1-2. BLX-104 Menu Function (2)
Main Menu
*When returning to Main Menu after playback from each button of 59.94Hz/1080i, 1. Video Signal of 59.94Hz/1080i is selectively
displayed.
* When returning to Main Menu after playback from each button of 50Hz/1080i, 1. Video Signal of 50Hz/1080i is selectively displayed.
* 5. AV Sync does not operate.
Sub_menu1 is displayed
To Main Menu after playback from T2_C1 to T19_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T20_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T21_C1 Sub_menu3 is displayed
To Main Menu after playback from T54_C1 to T60_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T61_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T62_C1
Note:
Txx_ Cxx
Chapter No.
Title No.
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5-1-1. BLX-104 Menu Function (1)
Main Menu
1) When the disc is inserted, 1. Video Signal of 59.94Hz/1080i of the Main Menu is selectively displayed.

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5-1-3. BLX-104 Menu Function (3)
Main Menu
* When returning to Main Menu after playback from each button of 59.94Hz/720P, 1. Video Signal of 59.94Hz/720P is selectively
displayed.
* When returning to Main Menu after playback from each button of 23.976Hz/1080P, 1. Video Signal of 23.976Hz/1080P is selectively
displayed.
* 5. AV Sync does not operate.
To Main Menu after playback from T23_C1 to T40_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T41_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T42_C1 Sub_menu2 is displayed
To Main Menu after playback from T44_C1 to T50_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T51_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T52_C1
Sub_menu4 is displayed

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5-1-4. BLX-104 Menu Function (4)
Sub menu1
1) At the display of Sub menu1, 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed.
2) Selection of 1. Color Bar 100% tReturn to Sub menu1 after seamless playback from T1_C1 to T1_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu1 screen.
3) Selection of 2. Color Bar 75% tReturn to Sub menu1 after seamless playback from T1_C2 to T1_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu1 screen.
4) At the selection of 3 - 13, item 3 mentioned above is executed as the routine.
5) At the display of Sub menu1, Main Menu is selected tJump to Main Menu. At the display of Main Menu, 1. Video Signal of
59.94Hz/1080i is selectively displayed.
6) Selection of LPCM Audio tPlayback from T2_C1 to T19_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu1 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu1 screen.
7) Selection of Dolby AC-3 Audio tPlayback of T20_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu1 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu1 screen.
8) Selection of Motion Picture tReturn to Sub menu1 after playback of T21_C1. 1. ColorBar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub
menu1 screen.
9) At the selection of Main Manu, 1. VideoSignal of 1080/59.94i of Main Menu is selectively displayed.
10) AV Sync does not operate.
X
X
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5-1-5. BLX-104 Menu Function (5)
Sub menu2
1) At the display of Sub menu2, 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed.
2) Selection of 1. Color Bar 100% tReturn to Sub menu2 after seamless playback from T43_C1 to T43_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu2 screen.
3) Selection of 2. Color Bar 75% tReturn to Sub menu2 after seamless playback from T43_C2 to T43_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu2 screen.
4) At the selection of 3 - 13, item 3 mentioned above is executed as the routine.
5) At the display of Sub menu2, Main Menu is selected tJump to Main Menu. At the display of Main Menu, 1. Video Signal of
23.976Hz/1080P is selectively displayed.
6) Selection of LPCM Audio tPlayback from T44_C1 to T50_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu2 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu2 screen.
7) Selection of Dolby AC-3 Audio tPlayback of T51_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu2 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu2 screen.
8) Selection of Motion Picture tReturn to Sub menu2 after playback of T52_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub
menu2 screen.
9) At the selection of Main Manu, 1. Video Signal of 1080/23.976P of Main Menu is selectively displayed.
10) AV Sync does not operate.
X
X
X
X
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X

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5-1-6. BLX-104 Menu Function (6)
Sub menu3
1) At the display of Sub menu3, 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed.
2) Selection of 1. Color Bar 100% tReturn to Sub menu3 after seamless playback from T53_C1 to T53_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu3 screen.
3) Selection of 2. Color Bar 75% tReturn to Sub menu3 after seamless playback from T53_C2 to T53_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu3 screen.
4) At the selection of 3 - 13, item 3 mentioned above is executed as the routine.
5) At the display of Sub menu3, Main Menu is selected tJump to Main Menu. At the display of Main Menu, 1. Video Signal of 50Hz/
1080i is selectively displayed.
6) Selection of LPCM Audio tPlayback from T54_C1 to T60_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu3 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu3 screen.
7) Selection of Dolby AC-3 Audio tPlayback of T61_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu3 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu3 screen.
8) Selection of Motion Picture tReturn to Sub menu3 after playback of T62_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub
menu3 screen.
9) At the selection of Main Manu, 1. Video Signal of 1080/50i of Main Menu is selectively displayed.
10) AV Sync does not operate.
X
X
X
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X

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5-1-7. BLX-104 Menu Function (7)
Sub menu4
1) At the display of Sub menu4, 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed.
2) Selection of 1. Color Bar 100% tReturn to Sub menu4 after seamless playback from T22_C1 to T22_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu4 screen.
3) Selection of 2. Color Bar 75% tReturn to Sub menu4 after seamless playback from T22_C2 to T22_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu4 screen.
4) At the selection of 3 - 13, item 3 mentioned above is executed as the routine.
5) At the display of Sub menu4, Main Menu is selected tJump to Main Menu. At the display of Main Menu, 1. Video Signal of
59.94Hz/720P is selectively displayed.
6) Selection of LPCM Audio tPlayback from T44_C1 to T50_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu4 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu4 screen.
7) Selection of Dolby AC-3 Audio tPlayback of T51_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu4 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu4 screen.
8) Selection of Motion Picture tReturn to Sub menu4 after playback of T52_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub
menu4 screen.
9) At the selection of Main Manu, 1. Video Signal of 720/59.94P of Main Menu is selectively displayed.
10) AV Sync does not operate.
X
X
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X

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5-2-1. BLX-204 Menu Function (1)
Main Menu
1) When the disc is inserted, 1. Video Signal of 59.94Hz/1080i of the Main Menu is selectively displayed.
2-2-2. BLX-204 Menu Function (2)
Main Menu
*When returning to Main Menu after playback from each button of 59.94Hz/1080i, 1. Video Signal of 59.94Hz/1080i is selectively
displayed.
*When returning to Main Menu after playback from each button of 50Hz/1080i, 1. Video Signal of 50Hz/1080i is selectively displayed.
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X X X X
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Sub_menu1 is displayed
To Main Menu after playback from T2_C1 to T19_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T20_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T21tT63tT64tT65tT66
Sub_menu3 is displayed
To Main Menu after playback of T54_C1-T60_C1tT83_C1-T94_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T61_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T62tT82
To Main Menu after playback of T67_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T83_C1
Note:
Txx_ Cxx
Chapter No.
Title No.

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5-2-3. BLX-204 Menu Function (3)
Main Menu
*When returning to Main Menu after playback from each button of 59.94Hz/720P, 1. Video Signal of 59.94Hz/720P is selectively
displayed.
*When returning to Main Menu after playback from each button of 23.976Hz/1080P, 1. Video Signal of 23.976Hz/1080P is selectively
displayed.
Sub_menu4 is displayed
To Main Menu after playback from T23_C1 to T40_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T41_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T42_C1
Sub_menu2 is displayed
To Main Menu after playback of T44_C1-T50_C1tT71_C1-T81_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T51_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T52_C1tT69
To Main Menu after playback of T68_C1
To Main Menu after playback of T70_C1

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5-2-4. BLX-204 Menu Function (4)
Sub menu 1
1) At the display of Sub menu1, 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed.
2) Selection of 1. Color Bar 100% tReturn to Sub menu1 after seamless playback from T1_C1 to T1_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu1 screen.
3) Selection of 2. Color Bar 75% tReturn to Sub menu1 after seamless playback from T1_C2 to T1_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu1 screen.
4) At the selection of 3 - 13, item 3 mentioned above is executed as the routine.
5) At the display of Sub menu1, Main Menu is selected tJump to Main Menu. At the display of Main Menu, 1. Video Signal of
59.94Hz/1080i is selectively displayed.
6) Selection of LPCM Audio tPlayback from T2_C1 to T19_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu1 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu1 screen.
7) Selection of Dolby AC-3 Audio tPlayback of T20_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu1 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu1 screen.
8) Selection of Motion Picture tReturn to Sub menu1 after playback of T21_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub
menu1 screen.
9) Selection of AV Sync tReturn to Sub menu1 after playback of T67_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu1
screen.
10) At the selection of Main Manu, 1. Video Signal of 1080/59.94i of Main Menu is selectively displayed.
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X
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X

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5-2-5. BLX-204 Menu Function (5)
Sub menu 2
1) At the display of Sub menu2, 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed.
2) Selection of 1. Color Bar 100% tReturn to Sub menu2 after seamless playback from T43_C1 to T43_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu2 screen.
3) Selection of 2. Color Bar 75% tReturn to Sub menu2 after seamless playback from T43_C2 to T43_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu2 screen.
4) At the selection of 3 - 13, item 3 mentioned above is executed as the routine.
5) At the display of Sub menu2, Main Menu is selected tJump to Main Menu. At the display of Main Menu, 1. Video Signal of
23.976Hz/1080P is selectively displayed.
6) Selection of LPCM Audio tPlayback from T44_C1 to T50_C1 and from T71_C1 to T81_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio
stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu2 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu2 screen.
7) Selection of Dolby AC-3 Audio tPlayback of T51_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu2 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu2 screen.
8) Selection of Motion Picture tReturn to Sub menu2 after playback of T52_C1 and T69. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed
on Sub menu2 screen.
9) Selection of AV Sync tReturn to Sub menu2 after playback of T70_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu2
screen.
10) At the selection of Main Manu, 1. Video Signal of 1080/23.976P of Main Menu is selectively displayed.
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X
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5-2-6. BLX-204 Menu Function (6)
Sub menu 3
1) At the display of Sub menu3, 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed.
2) Selection of 1. Color Bar 100% tReturn to Sub menu3 after seamless playback from T53_C1 to T53_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu3 screen.
3) Selection of 2. Color Bar 75% tReturn to Sub menu3 after seamless playback from T53_C2 to T53_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu3 screen.
4) At the selection of 3 - 13, item 3 mentioned above is executed as the routine.
5) At the display of Sub menu3, Main Menu is selected tJump to Main Menu. At the display of Main Menu, 1. Video Signal of 50Hz/
1080i is selectively displayed.
6) Selection of LPCM Audio tPlayback from T54_C1 to T60_C1 and from T84_C1 to T94_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio
stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu3 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu3 screen.
7) Selection of Dolby AC-3 Audio tPlayback of T61_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu3 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu3 screen.
8) Selection of Motion Picture tReturn to Sub menu3 after playback of T62_C1tT82. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on
Sub menu3 screen.
9) Selection of AV Sync tReturn to Sub menu3 after playback of T83_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu3
screen.
10) At the selection of Main Manu, 1. Video Signal of 1080/50i of Main Menu is selectively displayed.
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5-2-7. BLX-204 Menu Function (7)
Sub menu 4
1) At the display of Sub menu4, 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed.
2) Selection of 1. Color Bar 100% tReturn to Sub menu4 after seamless playback from T22_C1 to T22_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu4 screen.
3) Selection of 2. Color Bar 75% tReturn to Sub menu4 after seamless playback from T22_C2 to T22_C13. 1. Color Bar 100% is
selectively displayed on Sub menu4 screen.
4) At the selection of 3 - 13, item 3 mentioned above is executed as the routine.
5) At the display of Sub menu4, Main Menu is selected tJump to Main Menu. At the display of Main Menu, 1. Video Signal of
59.94Hz/720P is selectively displayed.
6) Selection of LPCM Audio tPlayback from T44_C1 to T50_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu4 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu4 screen.
7) Selection of Dolby AC-3 Audio tPlayback of T51_C1. SubPic that corresponds to Audio stream 1 is forcibly displayed.
During the playback, when audio channel changes, the caption that corresponds to each audio stream is forcibly displayed. Return to
Sub menu4 after playback. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu4 screen.
8) Selection of Motion Picture tReturn to Sub menu4 after playback of T52_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub
menu4 screen.
9) Selection of AV Sync tReturn to Sub menu4 after playback of T68_C1. 1. Color Bar 100% is selectively displayed on Sub menu4
screen.
10) At the selection of Main Manu, 1. Video Signal of 720/59.94P of Main Menu is selectively displayed.
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MEMO

1-1
SECTION 1
GENERAL This section is extracted from instruc-
tion manual (3-196-787-11).
BDP-S300/S301
5
About this manual
Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the remote.
You can also use the controls on the player if they have the same
or similar names as those on the remote.
The meanings of the icons used in this manual are described
below:
*MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer III) is a standard format defined by ISO
(International Organization for Standardization)/IEC (International
Electrotechnical Commission) MPEG which compresses audio data.
Note
The on-screen display illustrations used in this manual may not match
the graphics displayed on your TV screen.
This Player Can Play the
Following Discs and Files
“Blu-ray Disc” is a trademark.
“Blu-ray Disc,” “DVD+RW,” “DVD-RW,” “DVD+R,” “DVD-
R,” “DVD VIDEO,” and “CD” logos are trademarks.
Supported file formats (DATA DVD only)
DVD+RWs/DVD-RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-Rs are called “DATA
DVD” in this manual when the discs contain playable files. The
following file formats are supported:
•MPEG-2 PS movie files.
•MP3 music files.
•JPEG* image files.
*JPEG format conforming to UDF (Universal Disk Format).
Notes about BD-ROM compatibility
This player supports BD-ROM Profile 1 only. Playback of later
versions and BDs other than BD-ROM is not guaranteed. Since
the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs
may not play depending on the disc type and the version.
The audio output differs depending on the source, connected
output jack, and selected audio settings. For details, see page 48.
Icon Meaning
Functions available for BD-ROMs
including DL discs.
Functions available for DVD VIDEOs and
DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs in +VR mode or
DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs in video mode,
including 8 cm discs.
Functions available for DATA DVDs
(DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs/DVD-RWs/DVD-
Rs containing MPEG-2 PS movie files,
MP3* audio tracks, and JPEG image files).
Functions available for music CDs or CD-
Rs/CD-RWs in music CD Format.
BD
DVD
DATA DVD
CD
Disc Format
Blu-ray Disc
DVD VIDEO
DVD-RW/-R
DVD+RW/+R
CD
,continued
6
Examples of discs that the player
cannot play
The player cannot play the following discs:
•BD-REs/BD-Rs.
•BDs with cartridge.
•DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs of VR mode.
•DVD-RAMs.
•HD DVDs.
•DVD Audio discs.
•DATA CDs (CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than music CD format).
•CD-ROMs recorded in PHOTO CD format.
•Data part of CD-Extras.
•VCDs/Super VCDs.
•HD layer on Super Audio CDs.
Also, the player cannot play the following discs:
•ABD-ROM/DVD VIDEO with a different region code.
•Adisc recorded in a color system other than NTSC, such as
PAL (this player conforms to the NTSC color system).
•Adisc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart).
•Adisc with paper or stickers on it.
•Adisc that has the adhesive of cellophane tape or a sticker still
left on it.
Notes
•Notes about DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-Rs/
CD-RWs
Some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, DVD-RWs/DVD-Rs, or CD-Rs/
CD-RWs cannot be played on this player due to the recording
quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics
of the recording device and authoring software.
The DVD disc will not play if it has not been correctly
finalized. For more information, refer to the operating
instructions for the recording device. Note that some playback
functions may not work with some DVD+RWs/DVD+Rs, even
if they have been correctly finalized. In this case, view the disc
by normal playback.
•Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the
Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs
encoded with copyright protection technologies are being
marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the
CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
•Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD
recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the
other side.
However, since the audio material side does not conform to the
Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not
guaranteed.
•Note about double-layer DVDs
The playback pictures and sound may be momentarily
interrupted when the layers switch.
About playback of discs recorded in
AVCHD format
This player can play AVCHD format discs.
What is the AVCHD format?
The AVCHD format is a high definition digital video camera
format used to record SD (standard definition) or HD (high
definition) signals of either the 1080i specification*
1
or the 720p
specification*
2
on DVDs, using efficient data compression
coding technology. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is adopted
to compress video data, and the Dolby Digital or Linear PCM
system is used to compress audio data. The MPEG-4 AVC/
H.264 format is capable of compressing images at higher
efficiency than that of the conventional image compressing
format. The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format enables a high
definition (HD) video signal shot on a digital video camera
recorder to be recorded on DVD discs, in the same way as it
would be for a standard definition (SD) television signal.
“AVCHD” and the AVCHD logo are trademarks of Matsushita Electric
Industrial Co., Ltd. and Sony Corporation.
*
1
A high definition specification which utilizes 1080 effective scanning
lines and the interlace system.
*
2
A high definition specification which utilizes 720 effective scanning
lines and the progressive system.
Notes
•Some AVCHD format discs may not play, depending on the recording
condition.
•TheAVCHD format disc will not play if it has not been correctly
finalized.
TM
7
BD/DVD region code
Your player has a region code printed on the back of the unit and
only will play BD-ROM/DVD VIDEOs (playback only) labeled
with identical region codes. This system is used to protect
copyrights.
DVD VIDEOs labeled will also play on this player.
Depending on the BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO, there may be no region
code indication, even though playing the BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO is
prohibited by area restrictions.
Note on playback operations of BDs/
DVDs
Some playback operations of BDs/DVDs may be intentionally
set by software producers. Since this player plays BDs/DVDs
according to the disc contents the software producers designed,
some playback features may not be available. Also, refer to the
instructions supplied with the BDs/DVDs.
Copyrights
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that
is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.
Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized
by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision.
Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Main Features
Experience the high definition (HD) quality audio/video output
and the library function of this Blu-ray Disc Player.
BD-ROM playback
BD-ROM is a next generation optical disc format in the HD era.
Featuring massive storage capacity of 25 to 50 GB (five times
larger than a DVD) and a high-speed transfer rate of up to 54
Mbps, the format offers not only uncompromised HD quality
video*
1
*
2
, but also enables rich bonus content on a single disc
and HD quality audio up to 8ch, and interactive operability.
*
1
A compatible HD display device is necessary to enjoy the same
quality.
*
2
Some discs allow viewing only with an HDMI connection.
24p True Cinema
Movies shot with a film camera consist of 24 frames per second.
Since conventional televisions (both CRT and flat panels)
display frames either at 1/60 or 1/50 second intervals, the 24
frames do not appear at an even pace.
When connected to a TV with 24p capabilities, the player
displays each frame at 1/24 second intervals — the same interval
originally shot with the film camera, thus faithfully reproducing
the original cinema image.
HDMI Control (‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync)
‘BRAVIA’ Theatre Sync Function makes operations simple by
connecting Sony components that are compatible with the
HDMI Control function with an HDMI cord.
BD-J application
The BD-ROM format supports Java for interactive functions.
“BD-J” offers content providers almost unlimited functionality
when creating interactive BD-ROM titles*.
Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems, Inc. in the U.S. and
other countries.
Esmertec and Jbed are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Esmertec AG.
© 2000-2007 Esmertec AG
*This player does not support downloadable BD-J content.
Support of uncompressed multi-channel Linear
PCM
In combination with a compatible AV amplifier, the player can
output up to 8ch Linear PCM surround sound*. With a non-
compatible amplifier, the player can output 5.1ch analog signals
from its 5.1CH OUTPUT jack for high quality audio enjoyment.
*Note that the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) jack does not
output 8ch signals. You will need an HDMI cord and an HDMI-
compatible device that support 8ch signals.
AVCHD format disc playback
The player supports AVCHD format files–high definition
recordings made on AVCHD-compatible camcorders. Your high
definition personal archive is readily playable in HD quality.
ALL
ACI N
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEOOUT
DIGITALOUT
PCM/DTS/DOLBYDIGITAL
5.1CHOUTPUT
VIDEO
Y
L
R
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
WOOFER
COAXIAL OPTICAL
FRONT REAR CENTER
P
B
P R
SVIDEO
HDMI
OUT
1
1
,continued
8
HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
digital interface
When connected to an HDMI-equipped display device using a
single HDMI cord, the player can output both SD to HD video
and multi-channel audio signals, in digital form without
degradation.
The HDMI specification supports HDCP (High-bandwidth
Digital Content Protection), a copy protection technology that
incorporates coding technology for digital video signals.
Library function for recorded files (For JPEG
image, MP3 audio, MPEG-2 PS movie files
only)
With DATA DVDs created on other DVD devices, three
separate movie/music/photo Title List-browsers allow for easy
sorting, searching and playback including a slideshow.

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9
Getting Started
Getting Started
Follow steps 1 to 7 to hook up and adjust the
settings of the player.
For jack and button names, see “Index to
Parts and Controls” (page 58).
Notes
•Plugcords securely to prevent unwanted noise.
•Refer to the instructions supplied with the components to
be connected.
•Youcannot connect this player to a TV that does not have
a video input jack.
•Be sure to disconnect the power cord of each component
before connecting.
•Donot apply too much pressure on the connecting cords.
Pushing against the cabinet wall, etc., may damage the
cord.
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have the following items:
•Videocord (phono plug × 1) (1)
•Stereoaudio cord (phono plug × 2) (1)
•HDMI cord (1)
(supplied with BDP-S301 only)
•Power cord (1)
•Remote commander (remote) (1)
•Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
•Step 1: Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
•Step 2: Connecting the Video Cords/
HDMI Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . .10
•Step 3: Connecting the Audio Cords . . . . . . ..12
•Step 4: Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . .16
•Step 5: Preparing the Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
•Step 6: Easy Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
•Step 7: Additional Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . .19
10
Step 2: Connecting the
Video Cords/HDMI Cord
Connect this player to your TV monitor, projector or AV
amplifier (receiver) using a video cord. Select one of the patterns
Athrough D, according to the input jack on your TV monitor,
projector or AV amplifier (receiver).
In order to view 1080p progressive signals with a compatible
TV, projector, or monitor with an HDMI input jack, you must
select pattern D. You can use pattern Cto view 480p/720p
progressive signals or 1080i interlace signals on a compatible
device with component video input jacks.
AConnecting to a video input jack
Connect the supplied video cord (yellow) to the yellow (video)
jack. You will enjoy standard quality images.
When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV
Depending on the disc, the image may not fit your TV screen. To
change the aspect ratio, see page 45.
Note
Do not connect a VCR, etc., between your TV and the player. If you pass
the player signals via the VCR, you may not receive a clear image on the
TV screen. If your TV has only one audio/video input jack, connect the
player to this jack.
BConnecting to an S VIDEO input jack
Connect using an S VIDEO cord (not supplied). You will enjoy
high quality images.
CConnecting to component video
input jacks (Y, P
B , P R )
Connect the component via the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks
using a component video cord (not supplied) or three video cords
(not supplied) of the same kind and length. You will enjoy accurate
color reproduction and high quality images. You can also enjoy
higher quality pictures from 480p/720p progressive signals or 1080i
interlace signals, if your TV, projector or AV amplifier (receiver) is
compatible.
ACI N
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEOOUT
DIGITALOUT
PCM/DTS/DOLBYDIGITAL
5.1CHOUTPUT
VIDEO
Y
L
R
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
WOOFER
COAXIAL OPTICAL
FRONT REAR CENTER
P
B
P R
SVIDEO
HDMI
OUT
AUDIO
INPUT
L
R
VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Blu-ray Disc player
to VIDEO OUT
Video cord (supplied)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
: Signal flow
(yellow)
(yellow)
VCR
Blu-ray Disc player TV
Connect
directly
ACI N
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEOOUT
DIGITALOUT
PCM/DTS/DOLBYDIGITAL
5.1CHOUTPUT
VIDEO
Y
L
R
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
WOOFER
COAXIAL OPTICAL
FRONT REAR CENTER
P
B
P R
SVIDEO
HDMI
OUT
INPUT
S VIDEO
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO
to S VIDEO
S VIDEO cord (not supplied)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
: Signal flow
Blu-ray Disc player
ACI N
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEOOUT
DIGITALOUT
PCM/DTS/DOLBYDIGITAL
5.1CHOUTPUT
VIDEO
Y
L
R
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
WOOFER
COAXIAL OPTICAL
FRONT REAR CENTER
P
B
P R
SVIDEO
HDMI
OUT
P R
P B
Y
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
P
B
P R
to COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
(green)
(blue)
(red)
(green)
(blue)
(red)
Component video
cord (not supplied)
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
: Signal flow
Blu-ray Disc player
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Getting Started
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.
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.
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.
•Besure to disconnect the HDMI cord when moving the player.
•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.
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).
•Besureto 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 Hbutton.
•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.
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.
ACI N
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEOOUT
DIGITALOUT
PCM/DTS/DOLBYDIGITAL
5.1CHOUTPUT
VIDEO
Y
L
R
AUDIO
OUT
L
R
WOOFER
COAXIAL OPTICAL
FRONT REAR CENTER
P
B
P R
SVIDEO
HDMI
OUT
HDMI IN
HDMI
OUT
HDMI cord
(supplied with BDP-S301 only)
Blu-ray Disc player
to HDMI OUT
TV, projector, or AV
amplifier (receiver)
HDMI
OUT
HDMI
OUT
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Step 3: Connecting the
Audio Cords
Select the connection that best suits your system. Be sure to read
the instructions for the components you wish to connect.
*1 Manufactured under license from Dolby laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
*2 “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are registered trademarks of
DTS, Inc.
Notes about the HDMI OUT jack
•When you connect the player to an AV amplifier (receiver)
using an HDMI cord, you will need to do one of the following:
–Connect the AV amplifier (receiver) to a TV with the HDMI
cord.
–Connect the player to the TV with a video cord other than an
HDMI cord (component video cord, S VIDEO cord, or video
cord).
•When connecting to the HDMI OUT jack, carefully align the
HDMI connector with the jack. Do not bend or apply pressure
to the HDMI cord.
•If you change the component connected to the HDMI OUT
jack, change “Audio (HDMI)” in “Audio Setup” to match the
new component (page 47). The player stores the HDMI related
settings for up to five components.
•The HDMI connection is compatible with 2ch Linear PCM
signals (48 to 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit), and 6 to 8ch Linear PCM
signals (48 to 96 kHz, 16/20/24 bit), in addition to Dolby
Digital and DTS bit stream (5.1ch signals up to 96 kHz, 16/20/
24bit).
Note
If you connect a component that does not conform to the selected audio
signal, a loud noise (or no sound) will come out from the speakers, which
could damage your ears or speakers.
Connection Your setup
TV
Stereo amplifier (receiver) and
two speakers
AV amplifier (receiver) having a
Dolby
*1
Surround (Pro Logic)
decoder and 3 to 6 speakers
•Surround effects: Dolby Surround
(Pro Logic)
AV amplifier (receiver) with
5.1ch input jacks and 6 speakers
•Surround effects: Dolby Digital
(5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch)
AV amplifier (receiver) with a
digital input jack having a Dolby
Digital or DTS
*2
decoder and 6
speakers
•Surround effects: Dolby Digital
(5.1ch), DTS (5.1ch)
AV amplifier (receiver) with an
HDMI input jack and 8 speakers
•Surround effects: 8ch Linear
PCM
A
B
C
D-1
D-2
D-3