4-418-507-11(3) Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD Player Operating Instructions Hookups and Settings Playback Internet Settings and Adjustments Additional Information BDP-S790
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. The mains lead must be changed only at a qualified service shop. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources. In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only.
• 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 when you move the player. If you don’t, the disc may be damaged. • Disconnect the AC power cord (mains lead) and all other cables from the player when you move the player.
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* for the latest 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.
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. • This product incorporates proprietary technology under license from Verance Corporation and is protected by U.S. Patent 7,369,677 and other U.S. and worldwide patents issued and pending as well as copyright and trade secret protection for certain aspects of such technology. Cinavia is a trademark of Verance Corporation. Copyright 2004-2010 Verance Corporation. All rights reserved by Verance.
• Other system and product names are generally trademarks or registered trademarks of the manufacturers. ™ and ® marks are not indicated in this document. End User License Information Gracenote® End User License Agreement This application or device contains software from Gracenote, Inc. of Emeryville, California (“Gracenote”).
Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Hookups and Settings Step 1: Connecting the Player . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Step 2: Preparing for Network Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guide to Parts and Controls Front panel A [/1 (on/standby) Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode. B Disc tray C Front panel display N, X: Lights up during playback or pause. : Lights up when enabling the repeat setting. : Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video signals. To lock the disc tray (Child Lock) You can lock the disc tray to prevent it being opened by mistake. When the player is turned on, hold down N on the player for more than 10 seconds. The disc tray is locked or unlocked.
Rear panel 10 A LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack E LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack F HDMI OUT 1 jack C Ventilation holes H D DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack I LAN (100) terminal G HDMI OUT 2 jack (USB) jack
Remote The available functions of the remote differ depending on the disc or the situation. -TV- t (TV input select) 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 Number buttons (0 - 9) Enters the title/chapter numbers, etc. 2 (volume) +/– Adjusts the TV volume. (muting) Turns off the sound temporarily.
POP UP/MENU N (play) Opens or closes the BD-ROM’s Pop-up Menu, or the DVD’s menu. Starts or re-starts playback. OPTIONS (page 22) Displays the playback and web browsing information on the screen. The options menu that can be selected appears on the screen. DISPLAY (page 19) X (pause) HOME Pauses or re-starts playback. Enters the player’s home menu. Displays the wallpaper when pressed on the category icon of the home menu. x (stop) RETURN Returns to the previous display.
Hookups and Settings Step 1: Connecting the Player Do not connect the mains lead until you have made all the other connections. For supplied accessories, see “Supplied accessories” (page 40). High Speed HDMI Cable*1 (not supplied) Hookups and Settings Connecting to your TV Select one of the following connection methods according to the input jacks on your TV. Match the colour of the plug to that of the jack when connecting.
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] setup (page 31). High Speed HDMI Cable*1 (not supplied) High Speed HDMI Cable (not supplied) *2 *1 t Set [BD Audio MIX Setting] (page 31). Coaxial digital cable (not supplied) or Optical digital cable (not supplied) t Set [Dolby Digital]*3/[DTS]*4 (page 31).
About AV Separation Mode *1 U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS-HD, the Symbol, & DTSHD and the Symbol together are registered trademarks & DTS-HD Master Audio is a trademark of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. *5 See “Supplied accessories” (page 40). Hookups and Settings This mode allows you to output video signals via the HDMI OUT 1 jack and audio signals via the HDMI OUT 2 jack separately (page 34).
Before setting the network settings Step 2: Preparing for Network Connection Wired Setup Use a LAN cable to connect to the LAN (100) terminal on the player. When your wireless LAN router (access point) is Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)compatible, you can easily set the network settings with the WPS button. If not, check the following information in advance, and record it in the space provided below. – The network name (SSID*1) that identifies your network*2.
Step 3: Easy Setup 5 Perform [Easy Setup]. Follow the on-screen instructions to make the basic settings using
As your local storage, use a 1 GB or larger USB memory. Playback 2 Playing a Disc • Connect the player to a network (page 16). • Set [BD Internet Connection] to [Allow] (page 32). For playable discs, see “Playable discs” (page 40). 1 2 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen. Prepare for BD-LIVE (BD-LIVE only). 3 Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE. The operation method differs depending on the disc.
Bitrate, Repeat type, Elapsed time, and Total playing time. instruction manual supplied with the disc. F Chapter number z Refer also to the instruction manuals supplied with your TV and the connected device. Displaying the play information Example: when playing a BD-ROM Playing from a USB Device You can play video/music/photo files on the connected USB device. For playable USB devices, see “Playable types of files” (page 42). 1 Playback You can check playback information, etc., by pressing DISPLAY.
z • Some Internet content requires registration via a PC before it can be played. • Some Internet content may not be available in some regions/countries. 1 Connect the player to a network (page 16). 2 3 Press SEN. Select the Internet content and a variety of on-demand entertainment using
DLNA Controller-compatible product (a phone, etc.) to control playback. Server Renderer 2 Select a track in home menu. 3 Select [Start PARTY] from the options menu. To join in a PARTY (for the PARTY guest only) Select [PARTY] in [Music], then select the PARTY host device icon.
Example: List of the selected cast’s works A Content details Displays a list of related information, such as title, cast, track, or artist. B Playback History Displays a title in playback history of a BD-ROM/DVD-ROM/CD-DA. Item Details 3D Menu • Simulated 3D: Adjusts the simulated 3D effect. • 3D Depth Adjustment: Adjusts the depth of 3D image. Play/Stop Starts or stops the playback. Play from start Plays the item from the beginning.
Item Details Pause Pauses the playback. Top Menu Displays the BD’s or DVD’s Top Menu. Menu/Popup Menu Displays the BDROM’s Pop-up Menu or DVD’s menu. Title Search Searches for a title on BD-ROMs/DVD VIDEOs and starts playback from the beginning. Chapter Search Searches for a chapter and starts playback from the beginning. Item Details Angle Switches to other viewing angles when multi-angles are recorded on BDROMs/DVD VIDEOs. IP Content NR Adjusts the picture Pro quality of Internet content.
[Photo] only Item Details Slideshow Speed Changes the slideshow speed. Slideshow Effect Sets the effect for slideshows. 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 CDDAs. Switch Display Switches between [Grid View] and [List View]. 24 Slideshow Plays a slideshow. Rotate Left Rotates the photo counterclockwise by 90 degrees.
To quit the Internet browser Internet Browsing Websites You can connect to the Internet and enjoy websites. Connect the player to a network (page 16). 2 Select [Network] on the home menu using
H Scroll bar Press
• Connect the player to a network (page 16). • Connect the web camera with microphone to the USB jack (page 9). 2 Select [Network] on the home menu using
C Signal strength indicator/Network transmission speed (wireless network connection only) D Video of yourself (for video calls only) E Available buttons The available buttons differ depending on the situation. • Full screen/Window screen: Changes the display mode. • Hang Up • Hold/Resume • Mute/Unmute • Start My Video/Stop My Video: Displays/hides the video of yourself. • Voice call/Video call Available options Various settings and operations are available by pressing OPTIONS.
Icon Settings and Adjustments Using the Settings Displays Select [Setup] on the home menu when you need to change the settings of the player. The default settings are underlined. Select [Setup] on the home menu using
Off: Select this to display all content in 2D. Cinema Conversion Mode Sets the screen size of your 3Dcompatible TV. Auto: Normally select this. The player automatically detects whether the material is video-based or filmbased, and switches to the appropriate conversion method. Video: The conversion method suited for video-based material will always be selected, regardless of the material. TV Type Output Video Format z If you enjoy 4K/24p 3D contents, set to [Off] in [3D Output Setting].
4K Output Pause Mode Auto: Outputs 4K/24p video signals automatically if you connect a 4K/ 24p -compatible device and make the appropriate settings in [BDROM 24p Output] or [DVD-ROM 24p Output], and also outputs 4K/ 24p photo images if you play 2D photo files. Off: Turns off the function. Auto: Normally select this. Dynamic moving pictures appear without blurring. Frame: Displays static pictures at high resolution. Audio Settings YCbCr/RGB (HDMI) HDMI Deep Colour Output Auto: Normally select this.
without a built-in Dolby Digital/ DTS decoder. Bitstream: Select this when connecting an audio device with a built-in Dolby Digital/DTS decoder. BD/DVD Viewing Settings DTS Neo:6 BD/DVD Menu Language Cinema: Outputs the simulated multichannel sound from 2 channel sources via the HDMI OUT jack according to the capability of the connected device using [DTS Neo:6 Cinema] mode.
Parental Control Settings Music Settings Super Audio CD Playback Layer Password Sets or changes the password for the Parental Control function. A password allows you to set a restriction on BDROM or DVD VIDEO, and Internet video playback. If necessary, you can differentiate the restriction levels for BD-ROMs, DVD VIDEOs, and Internet videos. Super Audio CD: Plays the Super Audio CD layer. CD: Plays the CD layer. Super Audio CD Playback Channels DSD 2ch: Plays the 2ch area.
HDMI:Linked to TV-off Software Update Notification On: Automatically turns off the player and HDMI-compatible components when the connected TV enters standby mode (BRAVIA Sync). Off: Turns off the function. On: Sets the player to inform you of newer software version information (page 29). Off: Turns off the function. Gracenote Settings AV Separation Output Mode On: Outputs video signals via the HDMI OUT 1 jack and audio signals via the HDMI OUT 2 jack separately.
z For further details, visit the following website and check the FAQ contents: For customers in European countries http://support.sony-europe.com/ Registered Media Remote Devices Displays a list of your registered “Media Remote” devices. Remote Start Network Connection Diagnostics You can run the network diagnostic to check if the network connection has been made properly. Connection Server Settings Sets whether or not to display the connected server.
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. Picture There is no picture or the picture is not output correctly. , Check that all the connecting cables are securely connected (page 13). , Switch the input selector on your TV to display the signal from the player.
OUT 2 jack (See “About AV Separation Mode” (page 15).). , The HDMI OUT jack is connected to a DVI device. (DVI jacks do not accept audio signals.) , The device connected to the HDMI OUT jack does not support the audio format of the player. Check the audio settings (page 31). The HD Audio (Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, and DTS-HD Master Audio) is not output by bitstream. The interactive audio is not output.
Skype interrupt the communication. Move the player away from such devices, or turn off such devices. There is severe humming or noise. , Set the volume of the connected TV lower. , Try moving the web camera with microphone away from the speakers of the connected TV. Network connection The player cannot connect to the network. , Check the network connection (page 16) and the network settings (page 34). You cannot connect your PC to the Internet after [Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)] is performed.
The System Power-Off function does not work (BRAVIA Sync). , Check that [Control for HDMI] and [HDMI:Linked to TV-off] are set to [On] (page 33). Others Playback does not start from the beginning of content. , Press OPTIONS, and select [Play from start]. Playback does not start from the 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. – you disconnect the USB device. – you play other content.
player are not blocked. 2Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player. The player does not respond to any button. , Moisture has condensed inside the player (page 3). , Hold down [/1 on the player for more than 10 seconds until the indicators on the front panel display turn off. If the player still does not respond to any button, disconnect then reconnect the mains lead. Specifications Wireless Wireless LAN standard: IEEE802.11b/g/n Frequency range: 2.
*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. The audio output differs depending on the source, connected output jack, and selected audio settings. *2 BD-RE: Ver.2.1 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. *3 A CD or DVD disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalised.
*5 Playable types of files Video File format Extensions MPEG-1 Video/ PS*1*2 MPEG-2 Video/PS, TS*1*3 “.mpg,” “.mpeg,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” MPEG-4 AVC*1*2 “.mkv,” “.mp4,” “.m4v,” “.m2ts,” “.mts” WMV9*1*2 “.wmv,” “.asf” AVCHD*2*4 *5 Xvid “.avi” Music File format Extensions MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio “.mp3” Layer III) AAC/HE-AAC*1*2*6 “.m4a” WMA9 Standard*1*2*6 “.wma” LPCM “.wav” Photo File format Extensions JPEG “.jpg,” “.jpeg” PNG “.png*7” GIF “.gif*7” MPO “.
About wireless LAN security Notes About the Discs • To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface. Dust, fingerprints, or scratches on the disc may cause it to malfunction. 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.
Code Language Code numbers of controllable TVs While holding down -TV- [/1, enter the TV manufacturer’s code using the number buttons. If more than one code number is listed, try entering them one at a time until you find the one that works with your TV.
Code Language 1513 Siswati; Swati 1514 1515 1517 1525 1528 1531 1534 Sundanese Swahili Telugu Thai Turkmen Setswana; Tswana Turkish Tatar Ukrainian Uzbek Volapük Xhosa Chinese not specified 1538 1540 1557 1572 1587 1632 1684 1703 1516 1521 1527 1529 1532 1535 1539 1543 1564 1581 1613 1665 1697 Sesotho; Sotho southern Swedish Tamil Tajik Tigrinya Tagalog Tonga; Tonga islands Tsonga Twi Urdu Vietnamese Wolof Yoruba Zulu For details, see “Parental Control Area Code” (page 33).
Index Numerics 3D 11, 18 3D Output Setting 29 4K Output 31 A AUDIO 11 Audio Settings 31 Auto Standby 34 B BD/DVD Viewing Settings 32 BD-LIVE 18 BD-R 40 BD-RE 40 Bitstream 37 Blu-ray Disc 40 BONUSVIEW 18 BRAVIA Sync 38 C CD 40 Child Lock 9, 39 Colour buttons 11 Connecting AV amplifier (Receiver) 14 Network 16 TV 13 Control for HDMI 33, 38 D Deep Colour 31 Dimmer 33 Display 12 46 DLNA 20, 21, 35 Dolby Digital 31 DSD Output Mode 31 DTS 31 DVD 40 PARTY STREAMING 21 Play information 19 Playable discs 40 P
WPA-PSK (AES) 43 WPA-PSK (TKIP) 43 47
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: For customers in European countries http://support.sony-europe.com/ For customers in Australia/New Zealand http://www.sony-asia.com/support/ z To find out useful hints, tips and information about Sony products and services please visit: www.sony-europe.
