4-549-799-12(1)
Getting Started
Blu-ray Disc™ /
DVD Player
Playback
Internet
Operating Instructions
Settings and Adjustments
Additional Information
Thank you for your purchase. Before using this
player, please read these instruction carefully.
BDP-S5500/BDP-BX550/BDP-S3500/BDP-BX350/BDP-S1500/BDP-BX150
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350 only):
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and meets the FCC radio
frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines. This
equipment should be installed and operated
keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more
away from person’s body (excluding
For United States customers. Not
applicable in Canada, including in the
province Of Quebec.
Pour les consommateurs Aux États-
Unis. Non applicable au Canada, y
compris la province de Québec.
FCC WARNING
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.
The shielded Interface cable (LAN cable)
must be used with the equipment in order to
comply with the limits for a digital device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
extremities: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
Contains FCC ID : PPQ-WN4636R
Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the
other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade
or the third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
10)Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
from the apparatus.
11)Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
b
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
12)Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
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13)Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
14)Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
Precautions
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits set out in the EMC
Directive using a connection cable shorter
than 3 metres.
On placement
• Place the player in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the
player.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the
rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the
space provided below. Refer to them whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
• To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
ventilation opening of the appliance with
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
• Do not expose the appliance to naked flame
sources (for example, lighted candles).
• Do not install this player in a confined space,
such as a bookshelf or similar unit.
• Do not place the player outdoors, in
vehicles, on ships, or on other vessels.
• If the player is brought directly from a cold
to a warm location, or is placed in a very
damp room, moisture may condense on the
lenses inside the player. Should this occur,
the player may not operate properly. In this
case, remove the disc and leave the player
turned on for about half an hour until the
moisture evaporates.
Model No.______________
Serial No.______________
For customers in the USA
If this product is not working properly, please call
1-800-222-SONY(7669).
For Customers in Canada
If this product is not working properly, please
contact our Customer Information Service
Center at 1-877-899-7669 or write to us at:
Customer Information Service 115 Gordon Baker
Road, Toronto, Ontario, M2H 3R6
• Do not install the player in an inclined
position. It is designed to be operated in a
horizontal position only.
• Do not place metal objects in front of the
front panel. It may limit reception of radio
waves.
• Do not place the player in a place where
medical equipment is in use. It may cause a
malfunction of medical instruments.
• If you use a pacemaker or other medical
device, consult your physician or the
manufacturer of your medical device before
using the wireless LAN function.
• Do not place heavy or unstable objects on
the player.
• Do not place any objects other than discs on
the disc tray. Doing so may cause damage to
the player or the object.
• Take out any discs from the tray when you
move the player. If you don’t, the disc may
be damaged.
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• Disconnect the AC adaptor and all other
cables from the player when you move the
player.
On replacement of parts
In the events that this player is repaired,
repaired parts may be collected for reuse or
recycling purposes.
On power sources
• The player is not disconnected from the AC
power source as long as it is connected to the
wall outlet, even if the player itself has been
turned off.
On connecting to the HDMI OUT jack
Observe the following as improper handling
may damage the HDMI OUT jack and the
connector.
• Disconnect the player from the wall outlet if
you are not going to use the player for a long
time. To disconnect the AC adaptor, grasp
the plug itself; never pull the cord.
• Observe following points to prevent the AC
adaptor being damaged. Do not use the AC
adaptor if it is damaged, as doing so may
result in an electric shock or fire.
• Carefully align the HDMI OUT jack on the
rear of the player and the HDMI connector
by checking their shapes. Make sure the
connector is not upside down or tilted.
– Do not pinch the AC adaptor between the
player and wall, shelf, etc.
– Do not put anything heavy on the AC
adaptor or pull on the AC adaptor itself.
• Be sure to disconnect the HDMI cable when
moving the player.
On AC adaptor
• Use the supplied AC adaptor for this player,
as other adaptors may cause a malfunction.
• Do not disassemble or reverse-engineer.
• Do not confine the AC adaptor in a closed
place such as a bookshelf or an AV cabinet.
• Do not connect the AC adaptor to a
traveler’s electric transformer, which may
generate heat and cause a malfunction.
• Do not drop or apply shock.
• Hold the HDMI connector straight when
connecting or disconnecting the HDMI
cable. Do not twist or force the HDMI
connector into the HDMI OUT jack.
On adjusting volume
On watching 3D video images
(BDP-S5500/BX550 only)
Do not turn up the volume while listening to a
section with very low level inputs or no audio
signals. Your ears and the speakers may be
damaged when the sound level reaches the
peak.
Some people may experience discomfort
(such as eye strain, fatigue, or nausea) while
watching 3D video images. Sony recommends
that all viewers take regular breaks while
watching 3D video images. The length and
frequency of necessary breaks will vary from
person to person. You must decide what works
best. If you experience any discomfort, you
should stop watching the 3D video images
until the discomfort ends; consult a doctor if
you believe necessary. You should also
review (i) the instruction manual and/or the
caution message of any other device used
with, or Blu-ray Disc contents played with this
product and (ii) our website
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a
soft cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
On cleaning discs, disc/lens cleaners
Do not use cleaning discs or disc/lens cleaners
(including wet or spray types). These may
cause the apparatus to malfunction.
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information. The vision of young children
(especially those under six years old) is still
under development. Consult your doctor (such
as a pediatrician or eye doctor) before
allowing young children to watch 3D video
images. Adults should supervise young
children to ensure they follow the
More information about Cinavia technology is
provided at the Cinavia Online Consumer
To request additional information about
Cinavia by mail, send a postcard with your
mailing address to: Cinavia Consumer
Information Center, P.O. Box 86851, San
Diego, CA, 92138, USA.
recommendations listed above.
About this manual
The cover page photo is BDP-S5500.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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Caution: This player is capable of holding
a still video image or on-screen display
image on your television screen
indefinitely. If you leave the still video
image or on-screen display image
displayed on your TV for an extended
period of time you risk permanent damage
to your television screen. Plasma display
panel televisions and projection
televisions are susceptible to this.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Copy Protection
Please be advised of the advanced content
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Disc™ and DVD media. These systems,
called AACS (Advanced Access Content
System) and CSS (Content Scramble System),
may contain some restrictions on playback,
analog output, and other similar features. The
operation of this product and the restrictions
placed may vary depending on the date of
purchase, as the governing board of the AACS
may adopt or change its restriction rules after
the time of purchase.
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*1
Cinavia Notice
This product uses Cinavia technology to limit
the use of unauthorized copies of some
commercially-produced film and videos and
their soundtracks. When a prohibited use of an
unauthorized copy is detected, a message will
be displayed and playback or copying will be
interrupted.
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• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology
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• Gracenote, the Gracenote logo and
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• This product incorporates proprietary
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Corporation and is protected by U.S. Patent
7,369,677 and other U.S. and worldwide
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All rights reserved by Verance. Reverse
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• Windows Media is either a registered
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This product contains technology subject to
certain intellectual property rights of
Microsoft. Use or distribution of this
technology outside of this product is
prohibited without the appropriate license(s)
from Microsoft.
Content owners use Microsoft PlayReady™
content access technology to protect their
intellectual property, including copyrighted
content. This device uses PlayReady
technology to access PlayReady-protected
content and/orWMDRM-protected content.
If the device fails to properly enforce
restrictions on content usage, content
owners may require Microsoft to revoke the
device’s ability to consume PlayReady-
protected content. Revocation should not
affect unprotected content or content
protected by other content access
*2
other countries.
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• Wi-Fi , Wi-Fi Protected Access and
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*2
• Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™, WPA™, WPA2™,
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*2
trademarks of Wi-Fi Alliance.
• The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED Logo is a
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*2
• The Wi-Fi Protected Setup Identifier Mark
*2
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• DLNA™, the DLNA Logo and DLNA
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*2
Living Network Alliance.
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• Other system and product names are
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• This product meets ENERGY STAR
guidelines for energy efficiency.
ENERGY STAR and the ENERGY STAR
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STAR is a registered mark owned by the
U.S. government.
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BDP-S5500/BX550 only
BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350 only
*2
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Contents
2
4
WARNING
Precautions
Getting Started
18 Step 3: Easy Setup
Playback
20 Playing a Disc
23 Available Options
Internet (BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350 only)
26 Browsing Websites
Settings and Adjustments
27 Using the Settings Displays
27 [Software Update]
27 [Screen Settings]
29 [Audio Settings]
29 [BD/DVD Viewing Settings]
30 [Parental Control Settings]
31 [System Settings]
32 [Network Settings]
32 [Easy Network Settings]
33 [Resetting]
Additional Information
34 Troubleshooting
38 Specifications
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Getting Started
Guide to Parts and Controls
Front panel
1
2
34
6
5
A Door tray
To lock the disc tray (Child Lock)
You can lock the disc tray to avoid
accidental opening of the tray.
While the player is turned on, press
x STOP, HOME, and then TOP MENU
button on the remote to lock or unlock
the tray.
B Z (open/close)
C [/1 (on/standby)
Turns on the player, or sets to
standby mode.
D Power indicator
Lights up when the player is turned
on.
E
(USB) jack
Connect a USB device to this jack.
F Remote sensor
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Rear panel
A Ventilation holes
B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack
C HDMI OUT jack
D LAN (100) terminal
E DC IN 12 V (AC adaptor input) jack
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The player automatically returns to
standby mode
Remote
If any button on the player or remote is
not pressed for more than 20 minutes,
the player automatically returns to
standby mode.
The available functions of the remote are
different depending on the disc or the
situation.
A Z OPEN/CLOSE
Opens or closes the disc tray.
-TV- INPUT
Switches between TV and other
input sources.
-TV- [/1 (on/standby)
Turns on the TV, or sets to standby
mode.
[/1 (on/standby)
Turns on the player, or sets to
standby mode.
B Color buttons (YELLOW/
BLUE/RED/GREEN)
Shortcut keys for interactive
functions.
C TOP MENU
Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s
Top Menu.
POP UP/MENU
Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s
Pop-up Menu, or the DVD’s menu.
OPTIONS (page 23)
Displays the available options on the
screen.
RETURN
Returns to the previous display.
</M/m/,
Moves the highlight to select a
displayed item.
b
M/m as a shortcut key for track search
during music CD playback.
z
N PLAY, VOL +, and AUDIO buttons have
a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference
when operating the player.
Center button (ENTER)
Enters the selected item.
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HOME
SUBTITLE (page 30)
Enters the player's home screen.
Selects the subtitle language when
multi-lingual subtitles are recorded
on BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs.
FAVORITE (page 15)
Accesses the application registered
as favorite.
VOL +/–
Adjusts the TV volume.
NETFLIX
AUDIO (page 30)
Accesses the “NETFLIX” online
service. For further NETFLIX
online service details, visit the
following website and check the
FAQ:
Selects the language track when
multi-lingual tracks are recorded on
BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs.
Selects the sound track on CDs.
bluraysupport/
MUTING
Turns off the sound temporarily.
D m/M (fast reverse/fast
forward)
DISPLAY (page 21)
Displays the playback and web
browsing (BDP-S5500/BX550/
S3500/BX350 only) information on
the screen.
• Fast reverse/fast forward the disc
when you press the button during
playback. The search speed
changes each time you press the
button during video playback.
• Plays in slow motion, when
pressed for more than one second
in pause mode.
• Plays one frame at a time, when
you press for a short time in pause
mode.
N PLAY
Starts or re-starts playback.
. PREV/NEXT >
Skips to the previous/next chapter,
track, or file.
X PAUSE
Pauses or re-starts playback.
x STOP
Stops playback and remembers the
stop point (resume point).
The resume point for a title/track is
the last point you played or the last
photo for a photo folder.
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Home screen display
Available options
The home screen appears when you
press HOME. Select an application
using </M/m/,, and press ENTER.
Various settings and playback
operations are available by pressing
OPTIONS. The available items differ
depending on the situation.
Tools
Application
[Move Application]: Arranges
applications in [My Apps].
[Remove Application]: Deletes
applications in [My Apps].
[Register as Favorite]: Registers 1
application into FAVORITE remote
button.
Update Services
All Apps
Setup
You can enjoy many
services after updating
network services from
the Sony server.
No Disc
You can customize this area by adding your favorite apps.
[My Apps]: Manages favorite
application. You may add shortcuts for
application from [All Apps].
[Featured Apps]: Displays
recommended application.
[Update Services]: Updates network
applications list. Appears when network
application update is available.
[All Apps]: Shows all available
applications. You can add applications
to [My Apps] by pressing OPTIONS,
and select [Add to My Apps].
[Setup]: Adjusts the player’s settings.
b
Screen mirroring function is only available for
BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350.
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Connecting to your AV amplifier (receiver)
Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your
AV amplifier (receiver). When you select A or B, make the appropriate settings in
the [Audio Settings] (page 29).
*
High Speed HDMI Cable
High Speed HDMI Cable
(not supplied)
t Set [BD Audio MIX Setting] (page 29).
Coaxial digital cable
(not supplied)
* See “Supplied accessories” (page 39).
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Wireless Setup (BDP-S5500/
BX550/S3500/BX350 only)
Step 2: Preparing for
Network Connection
Use the wireless LAN that is built into
the player.
If you are not going to connect the player
to a network, proceed to “Step 3: Easy
Setup” (page 18).
Wired Setup
LAN cable (not supplied)
Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN
(100) terminal on the player.
Wireless LAN ADSL modem/ Internet
router
Cable modem
LAN cable
(not supplied)
Step 3: Easy Setup
When turned on for the first time
Wait for a short while before the
player turns on and starts [Easy
Initial Settings].
Broadband ADSL modem/ Internet
router
Cable modem
z
The use of a shielded and straight interface
cable (LAN cable) is recommended.
1 Insert two Size AAA (R03)
batteries by matching the 3 and
# ends on the batteries to the
markings inside the battery
compartment of the remote.
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2 Connect the supplied AC adaptor
in the numeric order shown
below. When removing them, do
so in reverse order.
1 to DC IN
to AC outlet
12 V
2
AC adaptor (supplied)
3 Press [/1 to turn on the player.
4 Turn on the TV and set the input
selector on your TV. This will
show the signal from the player
on your TV screen.
5 Perform [Easy Initial Settings].
Follow the on-screen instructions to
make the basic settings using
</M/m/, and ENTER on the
remote.
</M/m/,
ENTER
b
When [Easy Initial Settings] is complete, the
player will automatically find the available
network.
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Enjoying BONUSVIEW/
BD-LIVE
Playback
Playing a Disc
Some BD-ROMs with the “BD-LIVE”
logo have bonus contents and other data
that can be downloaded for your
enjoyment.
For playable discs, see page 39.
1 Switch the input selector on your
TV so that the signal from the
player appears on your TV screen.
1 Connect a USB memory to the
USB jack on the player (page 11).
Use a 1 GB or larger USB memory
as your local storage.
2 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE, and place
a disc on the disc tray.
2 Prepare for BD-LIVE (BD-LIVE
only).
• Connect the player to a network
(page 18).
• Set [BD Internet Connection] in
[BD/DVD Viewing Settings] to
[Allow] (page 30).
3 Insert a BD-ROM with
BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE.
The operation method differs
depending on the disc. Refer to the
instruction manual supplied with the
disc.
Playing side facing down
3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close the
disc tray.
Playback starts.
If playback does not start
automatically, select
[Music], or [Photo] category
[Disc], and press ENTER.
[Video],
z
To delete data in the USB memory, select
[Delete BD Data] in [BD/DVD Viewing
Settings], and press ENTER. All data stored in
the buda folder will be erased.
in
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Enjoying Blu-ray 3D
(BDP-S5500/BX550 only)
Displaying the play
information
You can enjoy a Blu-ray 3D Disc with
the “Blu-ray 3D” logo.
You can view the playback information,
etc., by pressing DISPLAY.
The displayed information differs
depending on the disc type and player
status.
1 Prepare for Blu-ray 3D Disc
playback.
Example: when playing a BD-ROM
• Connect the player to your 3D-
compatible devices using a High
Speed HDMI Cable.
• Set [3D Output Setting] and [TV
Screen Size Setting for 3D] in
[Screen Settings] (page 27).
2 Insert a Blu-ray 3D Disc.
The operation method differs
depending on the disc. Refer to the
instruction manual supplied with the
disc.
A Output resolution/Video frequency
B Title number or name
z
Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied
with your TV and the connected device.
C The currently selected angle
D The currently selected audio and
closed caption (For customers in the
USA) settings
E Available functions (
audio, subtitle,
angle,
closed caption (For customers in the
USA))
F Playback information
Displays the Play mode, Playing
status bar, Disc type, Video codec,
Bitrate, Repeat type, Elapsed time,
and Total playing time.
G Chapter number
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To play a file from a DLNA server via
this unit (DLNA player)
Playing from a USB
Device
For “Playable types of files”, see
page 41.
Server
Player
1 Connect the USB device to the
USB jack on the player (page 11).
Refer to the instruction manual
supplied with the USB device before
connecting.
Select
[Video],
[Music], or
[Media
[Photo] category from
Server] in [All Apps], then choose the
file you want to play.
2 Select
[USB device] using
</M/m/,, and press ENTER.
To play a file from a DLNA server via
another product (Renderer)
When you play files from a DLNA
Server on this unit, you can use a DLNA
Controller-compatible product (a phone,
etc.), to control playback.
3 Select
[Video],
[Photo] category using
[Music],
or
M/m, and press ENTER.
Playing via a Network
Server
Renderer
Playing files on a Home
Network (DLNA) (BDP-S5500/
BX550/S3500/BX350 only)
Controller
Control this unit using a DLNA
controller. Refer to the instruction
manual supplied with the DLNA
controller.
A DLNA-compatible product can play
video/music/photo files stored on
another DLNA-compatible product via a
network.
1 Prepare to use DLNA.
• Connect the player to a network
(page 18).
• Prepare the other necessary
DLNA-compatible products.
Refer to the instruction manual
supplied with the product.
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b
• When using Screen mirroring, the quality of
picture and sound may sometimes be
deteriorated due to interference from other
network.
Using “TV SideView”
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/
BX350 only)
• Some network functions may not be
available during Screen mirroring.
• Make sure that the device is compatible with
Miracast. Connectivity with all Miracast
compatible devices is not guaranteed.
“TV SideView” is a free mobile
application for remote devices (such as
smartphone, etc.). By using “TV
SideView” with this player, you can
easily enjoy the player by using the
operation on your remote device. You
can launch a service or application
directly from the remote device and view
the disc information during disc
playback. “TV SideView” also can be
used as a remote control and software
keyboard.
1 Select [Screen mirroring] from
home screen using </M/m/,,
and press ENTER.
2 Follow the on-screen
instructions.
Before you use the “TV SideView”
device with this player for the first time,
be sure to register the “TV SideView”
device. Follow the on-screen
instructions on the “TV SideView”
device for registration.
Available Options
Various settings and playback
operations are available by pressing
OPTIONS. The available items differ
depending on the situation.
b
The registration can only be performed on the
home screen.
Common options
x [Repeat Setting]: Sets the repeat
mode.
x [3D Menu] (BDP-S5500/BX550
only):
– [Simulated 3D]: Adjusts the
simulated 3D effect.
– [3D Depth Adjustment]: Adjusts the
depth of 3D image.
– [2D Playback]: Sets playback to 2D
image.
x [Play]/[Stop]: Starts or stops the
playback.
x [Play from beginning]: Plays the
item from the beginning.
x [Change Category]: Switches
Using Screen mirroring
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/
BX350 only)
“Screen mirroring” is a function to
display the screen of a mobile device on
the TV by Miracast technology.
The player can be connected directly
with a Screen mirroring compatible
device (e.g. smartphone, tablet). You can
enjoy the display screen of the device on
your large TV screen. No wireless router
(or access point) is required to use this
feature.
category between
[Music] and
[Video],
[Photo] category.
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x [Data Contents]: Plays the contents
of mixed disc.
x [Angle]: Switches to other viewing
angles when multi-angles are
recorded on BD-ROMs/DVD
VIDEOs.
[Video] only
x [3D Output Setting] (BDP-S5500/
BX550 only): Sets whether or not to
output 3D video automatically.
x [A/V SYNC]: Adjusts the gap between
picture and sound, by delaying the
sound output in relation to the picture
output (0 to 120 milliseconds).
x [Video Settings]:
– [Picture Quality Mode]: Selects the
picture settings for different lighting
environments.
– [BNR]: Reduces the mosaic-like
block noise in the picture.
x [Number Entry]: Selects the number
by using </M/m/, key on the
remote.
x [Video Search] (BDP-S5500/
BX550/S3500/BX350 only):
Displays information on the
BD-ROM/DVD-ROM based on
Gracenote technology.
Searches for related information using
keywords from Gracenote when
selecting [Cast] or [Related].
Displays a list of titles when selecting
[Playback History] or [Search
History].
– [MNR]: Reduces minor noise
around the picture outlines
[Music] only
(mosquito noise).
x [Pause]: Pauses the playback.
x [Top Menu]: Displays the BD’s or
DVD’s Top Menu.
x [Menu]/[Popup Menu]: Displays the
BD-ROM’s Pop-up Menu or DVD’s
menu.
x [Title Search]: Searches for a title on
BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs and starts
playback from the beginning.
x [Chapter Search]: Searches for a
chapter and starts playback from the
beginning.
x [Audio]: Switches the language track
when multilingual tracks are recorded
on BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs. Selects
the sound track on CDs.
x [Track Search]: Searches the track
number during music CD playback.
x [Add Slideshow BGM]: Registers
music files in the USB memory as
slideshow background music (BGM).
x [Music Search] (BDP-S5500/
BX550/S3500/BX350 only):
Displays information on the audio CD
(CD-DA) based on Gracenote
technology.
Searches for related information using
keywords from Gracenote when
selecting [Track], [Artist] or
[Related].
Displays a list of titles when selecting
[Playback History] or [Search
History].
x [Subtitle]: Switches the subtitle
language when multilingual subtitles
are recorded on BD-ROMs/DVD
VIDEOs.
x [Closed Captions] (For customers
in the USA): Selects closed caption
format when available.
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[Photo] only
x [Slideshow Speed]: Changes the
slideshow speed.
x [Slideshow Effect]: Sets the effect
for slideshows.
x [Slideshow BGM]:
– [Off]: Turns off the function.
– [My Music from USB]: Sets the
music files registered in [Add
Slideshow BGM].
– [Play from Music CD]: Sets the
tracks in CD-DAs.
x [Change Display]: Switches
between [Grid View] and [List View].
x [View Image]: Displays the selected
photo.
x [Slideshow]: Plays a slideshow.
x [Rotate Left]: Rotates the photo
counterclockwise by 90 degrees.
x [Rotate Right]: Rotates the photo
clockwise by 90 degrees.
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A Virtual Cursor
Press </M/m/, to display the
virtual cursor.
Consists of three different visual
Internet (BDP-S5500/BX550/
S3500/BX350 only)
states;
(arrow) for normal,
Browsing Websites
(pointer) for links such as text
and images and (I-beam) for
editable text input field in website.
You can connect to the Internet and
enjoy websites.
B Shortcuts
Move the virtual cursor to the top of
website to display the shortcuts.
1 Prepare the Internet Browser.
Connect the player to a network
(page 18).
C Browser Bar
Press DISPLAY or move the virtual
cursor to the top of website to
display the browser bar.
2 Select
[All Apps] on the home
screen using </M/m/,.
D Scroll bar
3 Select
[Internet Browser]
using </M/m/,, and press
Move the virtual cursor to the
nearest edge by pressing
</M/m/,, and the website will
scroll accordingly.
ENTER.
z
This browser does not support some websites
functions, and some websites may not be
shown correctly.
E Text Input field
Move the virtual cursor to the text
input field, and press ENTER to
display the software keyboard.
F Secured Connection Icon
Displays when the website is
protected and connected safely.
Internet browser display
The display information differs
depending on the website and page
status.
G Progress Bar
Appears when the website is being
load.
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z
• We recommend performing the software
update every 2 months or so.
Settings and Adjustments
• If your network condition is poor, visit
download the latest software version and
update via USB memory.
You can also get information about update
functions from the website.
Using the Settings
Displays
Select
[Setup] on the home screen
when you need to change the settings of
the player.
The default settings are underlined.
1 Select
[Setup] on the home
x [3D Output Setting] (BDP-S5500/
BX550 only)
screen using </M/m/,.
2 Select the setup category icon
[Auto]: Normally select this.
[Off]: Select this to display all content in
2D.
using M/m, and press ENTER.
x [TV Screen Size Setting for 3D]
(BDP-S5500/BX550 only)
Sets the screen size of your 3D-
compatible TV.
[Software Update]
x [Update via Internet]
Updates the player’s software using
available network. Make sure that the
network is connected to the Internet. For
details, see “Step 2: Preparing for
Network Connection” (page 18).
x [TV Type]
[16:9]: Select this when connecting to a
wide-screen TV or a TV with a wide
mode function.
[4:3]: Select this when connecting to a
4:3 screen TV without a wide mode
function.
x [Update via USB Memory]
Updates the player’s software using
USB memory. Make sure that the
Software Update Folder is correctly
named as “UPDATE” and all the update
files must be stored in this folder. The
player can recognize up to 500 files/
folders in a single layer including the
update files/folders.
x [Screen Format]
[Full]: Select this when connecting to a
TV with a wide mode function. Displays
a 4:3 screen picture in 16:9 aspect ratio
even on a wide-screen TV.
[Normal]: Changes the picture size to fit
the screen size with the original picture
aspect ratio.
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[BD-ROM 24p Output]
x [DVD Aspect Ratio]
[Letter Box]: Displays a wide picture
with black bands on the top and bottom.
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz
video signals only when connecting a
1080/24p-compatible TV using the
HDMI OUT jack.
[On]: Turns on the function.
[Off]: Select this when your TV is not
compatible with 1080/24p video signals.
[DVD-ROM 24p Output]
[Pan & Scan]: Displays a full-height
picture on the entire screen, with
trimmed sides.
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz
video signals only when connecting a
1080/24p-compatible TV using the
HDMI OUT jack.
[Off]: Select this when your TV is not
compatible with 1080/24p video signals.
[Data content 24p Output]
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz
video signals only when connecting a
1080/24p-compatible TV using the
HDMI OUT jack.
[Off]: Select this when your TV is not
compatible with 1080/24p video signals.
x [Cinema Conversion Mode]
[Auto]: Normally select this. The player
automatically detects whether the
material is video-based or film-based,
and switches to the appropriate
conversion method.
[Network content 24p Output]
[Auto]: Outputs 1920 × 1080p/24 Hz
video signals only when connecting a
1080/24p-compatible TV using the
HDMI OUT jack.
[Video]: The conversion method suited
for video-based material will always be
selected regardless of the material.
x [Output Video Resolution]
Normally select [Auto]. Select [Original
Resolution] to output the resolution
recorded on the disc. When the
resolution is lower than the SD
resolution, it is scaled up to the SD
resolution.
[Off]: Select this when your TV is not
compatible with 1080/24p video signals.
x [YCbCr/RGB (HDMI)]
[Auto]: Automatically detects the
connected TV type, and switches to the
matching color setting.
[YCbCr (4:2:2)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:2:2
video signals.
[YCbCr (4:4:4)]: Outputs YCbCr 4:4:4
video signals.
x [24p Output]
Outputs 24p video signals only when
you connect a 1080/24p-compatible TV
via an HDMI connection and the [Output
Video Resolution] is set to [Auto] or
[1080p].
[RGB]: Outputs RGB video signals.
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x [HDMI Deep Color Output]
[Auto]: Normally select this.
[16bit]/[12bit]/[10bit]: Outputs 16bit/
12bit/10bit video signals when the
connected TV is compatible with Deep
Color.
x [Audio DRC]
[Auto]: Performs playback at the
dynamic range specified by the disc
(BD-ROM only). Other discs are played
back at the [On] level.
[On]: Performs playback at a standard
compression level.
[Off]: Select this when the picture is
unstable or colors appear unnatural.
[Off]: No compression works. A more
dynamic sound is produced.
x [Pause Mode]
x [Downmix]
[Auto]: Normally select this. Dynamic
moving pictures appear without blurring.
[Frame]: Displays static pictures at high
resolution.
[Surround]: Outputs audio signals with
surround effects. Select this when
connecting an audio device that supports
Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) or DTS
Neo:6.
[Stereo]: Outputs audio signals without
surround effects. Select this when
connecting an audio device that does not
support Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) or
DTS Neo:6.
[Audio Settings]
x [Digital Audio Output]
[Auto]: Normally select this. Outputs
audio signals according to the status of
the connected devices.
[PCM]: Outputs PCM signals from the
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI
OUT jack.
[BD/DVD Viewing
Settings]
x [BD Audio MIX Setting]
x [BD/DVD Menu Language]
Selects the default menu language for
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
Select [Select Language Code], and
enter the code for your language,
referring to “Language code list”
(page 44).
[On]: Outputs the audio obtained by
mixing the interactive and secondary
audio to the primary audio.
[Off]: Outputs the primary audio only.
Select this to output HD audio signals to
an AV amplifier (receiver).
x [Dolby D Compatible Output]
[On]: Converts DTS audio source to
Dolby Digital audio by using EDID
(Extended Display Identification Data).
[Off]: Turns off the function.
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x [Audio Language]
[Parental Control
Settings]
Selects the default track language for
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
When you select [Original], the
language given priority in the disc is
selected.
Select [Select Language Code], and
enter the code for your language,
referring to “Language code list”
(page 44).
x [Password]
Sets or changes the password for the
Parental Control function. A password
allows you to set a restriction on
BD-ROM or DVD VIDEO, and Internet
video playback. If necessary, you can
differentiate the restriction levels for
BD-ROMs, DVD VIDEOs, and Internet
videos.
x [Subtitle Language]
Selects the default subtitle language for
BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.
Select [Select Language Code], and
enter the code for your language,
referring to “Language code list”
(page 44).
x [Parental Control Area Code]
Playback of some BD-ROMs, DVD
VIDEOs, or Internet videos can be
limited according to the geographic area.
Scenes may be blocked or replaced with
different scenes. Follow the on-screen
instructions and enter your four-digit
password.
x [BD Hybrid Disc Playback Layer]
[BD]: Plays BD layer.
[DVD/CD]: Plays DVD or CD layer.
x [BD Internet Connection]
[Allow]: Normally select this.
[Do not allow]: Prohibits Internet
connection.
x [BD Parental Control] /
[DVD Parental Control] /
[Internet Video Parental Control]
By setting Parental Control, scenes can
be blocked or replaced with different
scenes. Follow the on-screen
instructions and enter your four-digit
password.
x [Delete BD Data]
Deletes data in the USB memory.
All data stored in the buda folder will be
erased.
x [Internet Video Unrated]
[Allow]: Allows the playback of unrated
Internet videos.
[Block]: Blocks the playback of unrated
Internet videos.
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x [Auto Display]
[System Settings]
[On]: Automatically displays
information on the screen when
changing the viewing titles, picture
modes, audio signals, etc.
[Off]: Displays information only when
you press DISPLAY.
x [OSD Language]
Selects on-screen display language for
your player.
x [Closed Captions Settings] (For
customers in the USA)
Customizes the format of Closed
Captions displayed.
Select [Original] in [Text Settings]
setting to disable.
x [Screen Saver]
[On]: Turns on the screen saver function.
The screen saver image appears when
you do not use the player for more than
10 minutes while an on-screen display is
displayed.
[Off]: Turns off the function.
x [HDMI Settings]
By connecting Sony components that are
compatible with HDMI functions with a
High Speed HDMI Cable, operation is
simplified.
x [Software Update Notification]
[On]: Sets the player to inform you of
newer software version information
(page 27).
[Off]: Turns off the function.
[Control for HDMI]
[On]: The following BRAVIA Sync
features are available:
– One-Touch Play
– System Power-Off
– Language Follow
x [Gracenote Settings] (BDP-S5500/
BX550/S3500/BX350 only)
[Auto]: Automatically downloads disc
information when disc playback stops.
Connect to the network for
[Off]: Turns off the function.
downloading.
z
[Manual]: Downloads the disc
information when [Video Search] or
[Music Search] is selected.
For details, refer to the instruction manual
supplied with the TV or components.
[Linked to TV-off]
x [Device Name] (BDP-S5500/
BX550/S3500/BX350 only)
Displays the player’s name. The player’s
name can be changed.
[Valid]: Automatically turns off the
player when the connected TV enters
standby mode (BRAVIA Sync).
[Invalid]: Turns off the function.
x [System Information]
Displays the player’s software version
information and the MAC address.
x [Quick Start Mode]
[On]: Shortens the startup time when
turning on the player.
[Off]: Reduces standby power
consumption.
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x [Software License Information]
Displays information about the Software
License.
x [Connection Server Settings]
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350
only)
Sets whether or not to display the
connected server.
[Network Settings]
x [Auto Renderer Access
Permission] (BDP-S5500/BX550/
S3500/BX350 only)
x [Internet Settings]
Connect the player to the network
beforehand. For details, see “Step 2:
Preparing for Network Connection”
(page 18).
[On]: Allows automatic access from
newly detected DLNA controller-
compatible product.
[Off]: Turns off the function.
[Wired Setup] (BDP-S5500/BX550/
S3500/BX350 only): Select this when
you connect to a broadband router using
a LAN cable.
[Wireless Setup(built-in)] (BDP-S5500/
BX550/S3500/BX350 only): Select this
when you use the wireless LAN that is
built into the player for wireless network
connection.
x [Renderer Access Control]
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350
only)
Displays a list of DLNA controller-
compatible products and sets whether or
not each product is accessible via this
player.
z
x [Registered Remote Devices]
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350
only)
Displays a list of your registered remote
devices.
For further details, visit the following website
and check the FAQ contents:
x [Network Connection Status]
Displays the current network status.
x [Remote Start]
[On]: Turns the player on or off using
your remote device when connecting to
the network.
x [Network Connection
Diagnostics]
Checks for the proper network
connection by running the network
diagnostics.
[Off]: Turns off the function.
x [Screen mirroring RF Setting]
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350
only)
[Auto]: Sets the RF (Radio Frequency)
channel band automatically for Screen
mirroring connection.
[Easy Network
Settings]
Select [Easy Network Settings] to
specify the network settings. Follow the
on-screen instructions.
[CH 1]/[CH 6]/[CH 11]: Sets CH 1/
CH 6/CH 11 as priority.
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[Resetting]
x [Reset to Factory Default Settings]
Resets the player settings to the factory
default by selecting the group of settings.
All the settings within the group will be
reset.
x [Initialize Personal Information]
Erases your personal information stored
in the player.
b
If you dispose, transfer or resell this unit,
please delete all Personal Information for
security purposes. Please take the appropriate
measures such as logging out after using a
network service.
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The display language on the screen
switches automatically when
connected to the HDMI OUT jack.
, When [Control for HDMI] in [HDMI
Settings] is set to [On] (page 31), the
display language on the screen
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
If you experience any of the following
difficulties while using the player, use
this troubleshooting guide to help
remedy the problem before requesting
repairs. Should any problem persist,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
automatically switches according to
the language setting of the connected
TV (if you change the setting on your
TV, etc.).
Sound
Picture
There is no sound or the sound is not
output correctly.
There is no picture or the picture is
not output correctly.
, Check that all the connecting cables
are securely connected (page 16).
, Switch the input selector on your AV
amplifier (receiver) so that the audio
signals of the player are output from
your AV amplifier (receiver).
, Check that all the connecting cables
are securely connected (page 16).
, Switch the input selector on your TV
to display the signal from the player.
the lowest resolution by pressing
x STOP, HOME, and then POP UP/
MENU button on the remote.
, If the audio signal does not come
through the DIGITAL OUT
(COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack, check
the audio settings (page 29).
, Try the following: 1Turn the player
off and on again. 2Turn the connected
equipment off and on again.
, For HDMI connections, try the
following: 1Turn the player off and
on again. 2Turn the connected
equipment off and on again.
3Disconnect and then reconnect the
HDMI cable.
3Disconnect and then reconnect the
HDMI cable.
, The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a
DVI device that does not support
copyright protection technology.
, Check the [Output Video Resolution]
settings in the [Screen Settings]
(page 28).
, For BD-ROMs/DVD-ROMs, check
the [24p Output] in [Screen Settings]
(page 28).
, For HDMI connections, if the player is
connected to a TV through an AV
amplifier (receiver), try connecting the
HDMI cable directly to the TV. Refer
also to the instruction manual supplied
with the AV amplifier (receiver).
, The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a
DVI device (DVI jacks do not accept
audio signals).
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, The device connected to the HDMI
OUT jack does not support the audio
format of the player. Check the audio
settings (page 29).
Disc
The disc does not play.
, The disc is dirty or skewed.
The HD Audio (Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio, and DTS-HD
Master Audio) is not output by
bitstream.
, Set [BD Audio MIX Setting] in [Audio
Settings] to [Off] (page 29).
, Check that the connected AV amplifier
(receiver) is compatible with each HD
Audio format.
, The disc is upside down. Insert the disc
with the playback side facing down.
, The disc has a format that cannot be
played back by this player (page 39).
, The player cannot play a recorded disc
that is not correctly finalized.
, The region code on the BD or DVD
does not match the player.
USB device
The interactive audio is not output.
, Set [BD Audio MIX Setting] in [Audio
Settings] to [On] (page 29).
The player does not detect a USB
, Make sure that the USB device is
securely connected to the USB jack.
, Check if the USB device or a cable is
damaged.
, Check if the USB device is on.
, If the USB device is connected via a
USB hub, connect the USB device
directly to the player.
Message Code 3 [Audio outputs
temporarily muted. Do not adjust the
playback volume. The content being
played is protected by Cinavia and is
not authorized for playback on this
device. For more information, see
Code 3] appears on the screen when
playing a disc.
Internet Streaming
, The audio track of the video that you
are playing contains a Cinavia code
indicating that it is an unauthorized
copy of professionally-produced
content (page 6).
The picture/sound is poor/certain
programmes display a loss of detail,
especially during fast-motion or dark
scenes.
, Picture/sound quality may be
improved by changing the connection
speed. Recommended connection
speed is of at least 2.5 Mbps for
standard definition video (10 Mbps for
high definition video).
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The desired wireless router do not
appear in the wireless network list
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350
only).
, Press RETURN to return to the
previous screen, and try wireless setup
again. If the desired wireless router is
still not detected, select [New
connection registration] to perform
[Manual registration].
Network connection
The player cannot connect to the
network.
, Check the network connection
(page 18) and the network settings
(page 32).
The PC cannot connect to the Internet
after [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)] is
performed (BDP-S5500/BX550/
S3500/BX350 only).
, The wireless settings of the router may
change automatically if you use the
Wi-Fi Protected Setup function before
adjusting the settings of the router. In
this case, change the wireless settings
of your PC accordingly.
The message [A new software version
is available. Please go to the “Setup”
section of the menu and select
“Software Update” to perform the
update.] appears on the screen when
turning the player on.
, See [Software Update] (page 27) to
update the player to a newer software
version.
You cannot connect the player to the
wireless LAN router (BDP-S5500/
BX550/S3500/BX350 only).
, Check if the wireless LAN router is on.
, Depending on the surrounding
environment, such as the wall material,
radio wave receiving condition, or
obstacles between the player and the
wireless LAN router, the
Control for HDMI (BRAVIA
Sync)
The [Control for HDMI] function does
not work (BRAVIA Sync).
, Check that [Control for HDMI] in
[HDMI Settings] is set to [On]
communication distance may be
shortened. Move the player and the
wireless LAN router closer to each
other.
(page 31).
, If you change the HDMI connection,
turn the player off and on again.
, If power failure occurs, set [Control
for HDMI] in [HDMI Settings] to
[Off], then set [Control for HDMI] in
[HDMI Settings] to [On] (page 31).
, Devices that use a 2.4 GHz frequency
band, such as a microwave, Bluetooth,
or digital cordless device, may
interrupt the communication. Move
the player away from such devices, or
turn off such devices.
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, Check the following and refer to the
instruction manual supplied with the
component.
Others
– the connected component is
compatible with the [Control for
HDMI] function.
– the connected component’s setting
for the [Control for HDMI] function
is correct.
Playback does not start from the
beginning of content.
, Press OPTIONS, and select [Play from
beginning].
resume point where you last stopped
playing.
, The resume point may be cleared from
memory depending on the disc when
– you open the disc tray.
, When you connect the player to a TV
through an AV amplifier (receiver),
– if the AV amplifier (receiver) is not
compatible with the [Control for
HDMI] function, you may be unable
to control the TV from the player.
– if you change the HDMI
– you disconnect the USB device.
– you play other content.
connection, disconnect and
– you turn off the player.
reconnect the AC adaptor, or a
power failure occurs, try the
following: 1Switch the input
selector of the AV amplifier
Message Code 1 [Playback stopped.
The content being played is protected
by Cinavia and is not authorized for
playback on this device. For more
information, see http://
appears on the screen when playing a
disc.
(receiver) so that the picture from
the player appears on the TV screen.
2Set [Control for HDMI] in
[HDMI Settings] to [Off], then set
[Control for HDMI] in [HDMI
Settings] to [On] (page 31). Refer to
the instruction manual supplied
with the AV amplifier (receiver).
, The audio track of the video that you
are playing contains a Cinavia code
indicating it was intended for
The System Power-Off function does
not work (BRAVIA Sync).
, Check that [Control for HDMI] and
[Linked to TV-off] in [HDMI Settings]
are set to [On] and [Valid] (page 31).
presentation using professional
equipment only and is not authorized
for playback by consumers (page 6).
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The disc tray does not open and you
cannot remove the disc even after you
press Z.
Specifications
System
Laser: Semiconductor laser
, Try the following: 1Turn the player
off, and disconnect the AC adaptor.
2Reconnect the AC adaptor while
pressing down Z on the player.
3Keep pressing down Z on the player
until the tray opens. 4Remove the
disc. 5Disconnect and reconnect the
AC adaptor again to recover the
player.
Inputs and outputs
Jack type/Output level/Load
impedance)
DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL):
Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms
HDMI OUT:
HDMI 19-pin standard connector
LAN (100):
100BASE-TX Terminal
USB:
The message [[EJECT] Key is
currently unavailable.] appears on
the screen after Z is pressed.
, Contact your nearest Sony dealer or
local authorized Sony service facility.
USB jack Type A (For connecting a
USB memory, memory card reader,
digital still camera, and digital video
camera)
DC IN:
BDP-S5500/BX550: 12 V DC,
750 mA
BDP-S3500/BX350: 12 V DC,
650 mA
BDP-S1500/BX150: 12 V DC,
600 mA
The player does not respond to any
button.
, Moisture has condensed inside the
player (page 4).
Wireless (BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/
BX350 only)
Wireless LAN standard:
IEEE 802.11 b/g/n
Frequency range:
2.4 GHz band: Channels 1-11
Modulation:
DSSS and OFDM
General
Power requirements:
12 V DC with AC adaptor
Rating: Input 120 V AC, 60 Hz
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Power consumption (when using AC
adaptor):
Playable discs
BDP-S5500/BX550: 11 W
BDP-S3500/BX350: 9.5 W
BDP-S1500/BX150: 8.8 W
Dimensions (approx.):
230 mm × 194 mm × 39 mm
(9 1/8 in. × 7 3/4 in. × 1 9/16 in.)
(width/depth/height)
Blu-ray
Disc*1
BD-ROM
BD-R*2/BD-RE*2
DVD*3
DVD-ROM
DVD-R/DVD-RW
DVD+R/DVD+RW
incl. projecting parts
Mass (approx.): 0.8 kg (1 lb 13 oz)
Operating temperature:
5 ºC to 35 ºC (41 °F to 95 °F)
Operating humidity:
CD*3
CD-DA (Music CD)
CD-ROM
CD-R/CD-RW
25 % to 80 %
*1
Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are
new and evolving, some discs may not be
playable depending on the disc type and the
version.
Supplied accessories
High Speed HDMI Cable (1) *
AC adaptor (AC-M1208UC) (1)
Remote commander (remote) (1)
Size AAA (R03) batteries (2)
The audio output differs depending on the
source, connected output jack, and selected
audio settings.
*2
*3
BD-RE: Ver.2.1
* Supplied for BDP-BX550/BX350/BX150
BD-R: Ver.1.1, 1.2, 1.3 including organic
pigment type BD-R (LTH type)
The BD-Rs recorded on a PC cannot be
played if postscripts are recordable.
A CD or DVD disc will not play if it has not
been correctly finalized. For more
information, refer to the instruction manual
supplied with the recording device.
Specifications and design are subject to
change without notice.
Discs that cannot be played
• BDs with cartridge
• BDXLs
• DVD-RAMs
• HD DVDs
• DVD Audio discs
• PHOTO CDs
• Data part of CD-Extras
• Super VCDs
• Audio material side on DualDiscs
• A disc recorded in a color system other
than NTSC, such as PAL (this player
conforms to the NTSC color system).
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Note on Discs
This product is designed to playback
discs that conform to the Compact Disc
(CD) standard. DualDiscs and some of
the music discs encoded with copyright
protection technologies do not conform
to the Compact Disc (CD) standard,
therefore, these discs may not be
playable by this product.
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.
Note about double-layer BDs/DVDs
The playback pictures and sound may be
momentarily interrupted when the layers
switch.
Region code (BD-ROM/DVD VIDEO
only)
Your player has a region code printed on
the rear of the unit and will only play
BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs labeled with
identical region codes or
.
ALL
Region code
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Playable types of files
Video
Codec
Container Extension
With Audio
PS
.mpg, .mpeg Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM, MPEG
MPEG-1
Video*1
MKV
PS*3
.mkv
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3, Vorbis
.mpg, .mpeg Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM, MPEG
MPEG-2
Video*2
TS*4
MKV*1
.m2ts, .mts
.mkv
Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM, MPEG, AAC
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3, Vorbis
Dolby Digital, LPCM, WMA9, MP3
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3, Vorbis
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3, Vorbis
AAC
AVI
.avi
Xvid
MKV
MKV*1
MP4*1
TS*1
.mkv
.mkv
.mp4, .m4v
.m2ts, .mts
Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM, MPEG, AAC
MPEG4/AVC*5
Quick
.mov
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3
LPCM, AAC, MP3
AAC
Time*6
FLV*6
.flv, .f4v
3gpp/
.3gp, .3g2,
.3gpp, .3gp2
3gpp2*6
TS
.m2ts, .mts
.mkv
Dolby Digital, DTS, LPCM, MPEG, AAC
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3, Vorbis
WMA9, WMA 10 Pro
VC1*1
MKV
ASF
MKV
.wmv, .asf
.mkv
WMV9*1*7
Motion JPEG*6
Format
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3, Vorbis
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3
Dolby Digital, LPCM, AAC, MP3
Quick Time .mov
AVI .avi
AVCHD (Ver.2.0)*1*8*9*10
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*8
*9
The player can support frame rate up to
60 fps.
Music
Codec
Extension
.mp3
The player plays AVCHD format files that
are recorded on a digital video camera, etc.
The AVCHD format disc will not play if it
has not been correctly finalized.
The player can play AVCHD 3D format
(BDP-S5500/BX550 only).
The player can play “.mka” files.
(This file cannot be played on a DLNA
server (BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/
BX350 only).)
The player does not play animated PNG or
animated GIF files.
For MPO files other than 3D, the key
image or the first image is displayed
(BDP-S5500/BX550 only).
MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio
Layer III)*11
AAC/HE-AAC*1*11
WMA9 Standard*1
WMA 10 Pro*6
LPCM*11
FLAC*1
Dolby Digital*6*11
Vorbis*6
.m4a, .aac*6
.wma
*10
*11
.wma
.wav
*12
*13
.flac, .fla
.ac3
.ogg
Monkey’s Audio*6
.ape
b
• Some files may not play depending on the
file format, file encoding, recording
condition, or DLNA server condition
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350 only).
• Some files edited on a PC may not play.
• Some files may not be able to perform fast
forward or fast reverse function.
• The player does not play coded files such as
DRM and Lossless.
• The player can recognize the following files
or folders in BDs, DVDs, CDs and USB
devices:
– up to folders in the 9th layer, including the
root folder.
– up to 500 files/folders in a single layer.
• The player can recognize the following files
or folders stored in the DLNA server
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350 only):
– up to folders in the 19th layer.
– up to 999 files/folders in a single layer.
• The player can support frame rate:
– up to 60 fps for AVCHD (MPEG4/AVC)
only.
– up to 30 fps for other video codecs.
• The player can support video bit rate up to
40 Mbps.
• Some USB devices may not work with this
player.
Photo
Format
JPEG
PNG
GIF
Extension
.jpeg, .jpg, .jpe
.png*12
.gif*12
.mpo*6*13
MPO
*1
The player may not play this file format on
a DLNA server (BDP-S5500/BX550/
S3500/BX350 only).
The player can only play standard
definition video on a DLNA server
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350
only).
The player does not play DTS format files
on a DLNA server (BDP-S5500/BX550/
S3500/BX350 only).
The player can only play Dolby Digital
format files on a DLNA server
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/BX350
only).
*2
*3
*4
*5
*6
The player can support AVC up to Level
4.1.
The player does not play this file format on
a DLNA server (BDP-S5500/BX550/
S3500/BX350 only).
• The player can recognize Mass Storage
Class (MSC) devices (such as flash memory
or an HDD), Still Image Capture Device
(SICD) class devices and 101 keyboard.
*7
The player can support WMV9 up to
Advance Profile.
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• To avoid data corruption or damage to the
USB memory or devices, turn off the player
when connecting or removing the USB
memory or devices.
• The player may not play high bit rate video
files on DATA CDs smoothly. It is
recommended to play such files using
DATA DVDs or DATA BDs.
WPA-PSK (AES), WPA2-PSK (AES)
AES is a security technology that uses an
advanced security method that is distinct
from WEP and TKIP.
AES assures a higher security level than
WEP or TKIP.
Notes About the Discs
About wireless LAN security
(BDP-S5500/BX550/S3500/
BX350 only)
• To keep the disc
clean, handle the
disc by its edge. Do
not touch the
surface.
Since communication via the wireless
LAN function is established by radio
waves, the wireless signal may be
susceptible to interception. To protect
wireless communication, this player
supports various security functions. Be
sure to correctly configure the security
settings in accordance with your network
environment.
Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the
disc may cause it to malfunction.
• Do not expose the disc to direct
sunlight or heat sources such as hot air
ducts, or leave it in a car parked in
direct sunlight as the temperature may
rise considerably inside the car.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
• Clean the disc with a
cleaning cloth. Wipe
the disc from the
center out.
• Do not use solvents
No Security
Although you can easily make settings,
anyone can intercept wireless
communication or intrude into your
wireless network, even without any
sophisticated tools. Keep in mind that
there is a risk of unauthorized access or
interception of data.
such as benzine,
thinner, commercially available disc/
lens cleaners, or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.
• If you have printed the disc’s label, dry
the label before playing.
• Do not use the following discs.
– A lens cleaning disc.
– A disc that has a non-standard shape
(e.g., card, heart).
– A disc with a label or sticker on it.
– A disc that has cellophane tape or
sticker adhesive on it.
• Do not resurface the playing side of a
disc to remove surface scratches.
WEP
WEP applies security to
communications to prevent outsiders
from intercepting communications or
intruding into your wireless network.
WEP is a legacy security technology that
enables older devices, which do not
support TKIP/AES, to be connected.
WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (TKIP)
TKIP is a security technology developed
to correct the deficiencies of WEP. TKIP
assures a higher security level than
WEP.
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Codenumbersofcontrollable
TVs
Language code list
For details, see [BD/DVD Viewing
Settings] (page 29).
The language spellings conform to the
ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.
Hold down -TV- [/1 and the TV
manufacturer’s code using the remote
buttons for 2 seconds.
Code Language
1027 Afar
Manufacturer
Remote Button
1028 Abkhazian
1039 Amharic
1045 Assamese
1052 Azerbaijani
1057 Byelorussian
1060 Bihari
1066 Bengali
1070 Breton
1093 Corsican
1103 Welsh
Sony (Default)
Color button
(YELLOW)
1032 Afrikaans
1044 Arabic
1051 Aymara
1053 Bashkir
1059 Bulgarian
1061 Bislama
1067 Tibetan
1079 Catalan
1097 Czech
1105 Danish
Hitachi
Color button
(BLUE)
LG/Goldstar/NEC Color button
(RED)
Toshiba
Color button
(GREEN)
1109 German
1142 Greek
RCA
TOP MENU
M
1130 Bhutani;
Dzongkha
Mitsubishi/MGA
Pioneer
1144 English
1149 Spanish
1151 Basque
1165 Finnish
1171 Faroese
1181 Frisian
1186 Scots Gaelic 1194 Galician
1196 Guarani
1209 Hausa
1145 Esperanto
1150 Estonian
1157 Persian
1166 Fiji
1174 French
1183 Irish
POP UP/MENU
<
Sharp
Panasonic
Samsung
Philips
ENTER
,
1203 Gujarati
1217 Hindi
RETURN
1226 Croatian
1233 Armenian
1239 Interlingue
1248 Indonesian
1254 Italian
1261 Japanese
1283 Javanese
1297 Kazakh
1229 Hungarian
1235 Interlingua
1245 Inupiak
1253 Icelandic
1257 Hebrew
1269 Yiddish
1287 Georgian
1298 Greenlandic;
Kalaallisut
1299 Cambodian; 1300 Kannada
Khmer
1301 Korean
1307 Kurdish
1313 Latin
1305 Kashmiri
1311 Kirghiz
1326 Lingala
1327 Laothian; Lao 1332 Lithuanian
1334 Latvian
1347 Maori
1350 Malayalam
1353 Moldavian
1345 Malagasy
1349 Macedonian
1352 Mongolian
1356 Marathi
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Code Language
1357 Malay
Parental control/area code
1358 Malese;
Maltese
1363 Burmese
1369 Nepali
1379 Norwegian
1403 Oromo
1417 Punjabi;
Panjabi
1435 Pashto;
Pushto
1365 Nauru
1376 Dutch
1393 Occitan
1408 Oriya
1428 Polish
For details, see [Parental Control Area
Code] (page 30).
Code Area
2044 Argentina
2046 Austria
2070 Brazil
2047 Australia
2057 Belgium
2090 Chile
1436 Portuguese
2092 China
2115 Denmark
2174 France
2200 Greece
2248 India
2239 Ireland
2276 Japan
2333 Luxembourg 2363 Malaysia
2362 Mexico 2376 Netherlands
2390 New Zealand 2379 Norway
2093 Colombia
2165 Finland
2109 Germany
2219 Hong Kong
2238 Indonesia
2254 Italy
1463 Quechua
1481 Rhaeto-
Romance
1482 Kirundi; Rundi 1483 Romanian
1489 Russian
1495 Sanskrit
1501 Sangho;
Sango
1503 Singhalese; 1505 Slovak
Sinhalese
1506 Slovenian
1508 Shona
1511 Albanian
1491 Kinyarwanda
1498 Sindhi
1502 Serbo-
Croatian
2304 Korea
1507 Samoan
1509 Somali
1512 Serbian
2427 Pakistan
2428 Poland
2489 Russia
2149 Spain
2424 Philippines
2436 Portugal
2501 Singapore
2499 Sweden
1513 Siswati; Swati 1514 Sesotho;
Sotho
southern
2086 Switzerland 2543 Taiwan
1515 Sundanese
1517 Swahili
1525 Telugu
1528 Thai
1516 Swedish
1521 Tamil
1527 Tajik
1529 Tigrinya
1532 Tagalog
2528 Thailand
2184 United
Kingdom
2586 Vietnam
1531 Turkmen
1534 Setswana;
Tswana
1535 Tonga; Tonga
islands
1538 Turkish
1540 Tatar
1539 Tsonga
1543 Twi
1557 Ukrainian
1572 Uzbek
1587 Volapük
1632 Xhosa
1684 Chinese
1703 Not specified
1564 Urdu
1581 Vietnamese
1613 Wolof
1665 Yoruba
1697 Zulu
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The software of this player may be updated in the future. For information about any
available updates and the latest Operating Instructions, please visit the following
website:
4-549-799-12(1)
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