ENGLISH OWNER’S MANUAL Network Blu-ray Disc™ / DVD Player Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference. MODEL BD550 P/NO : MFL65225355 BD551-N.BPANLLK-ENG.indd 1 10. 09.
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Safety Information 1 Safety Information 1 Safety Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Safety Information This device is equipped with a portable battery or accumulator. 1 Safety Information Safety way to remove the battery or the battery from the equipment: Remove the old battery or battery pack, follow the steps in reverse order than the assembly. To prevent contamination of the environment and bring on possible threat to human and animal health, the old battery or the battery put it in the appropriate container at designated collection points.
Safety Information IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions. 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Contents 3 Installation 14 14 1 Safety Information 3 Cautions and Warnings Connecting to Your TV HDMI Connection 15 What is SIMPLINK? 16 Component Video Connection 16 Video/Audio (Left/Right) Connection 17 Resolution Setting 2 18 Preparation 18 Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output 8 Introduction Connecting to an Amplifier 19 About the “ ” Symbol Display Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio Output 19 8 Symbols Used in this Manual Connecting to an Amplifier via 2 Channe
4 6 Operation Troubleshooting 32 General Playback 47 General 34 Advanced Playback 48 Picture 37 On-Screen display 48 Sound 39 Enjoying BD-Live™ 49 Network 40 Playing a movie file and VR disc 42 Viewing a photo 42 43 44 44 44 Options while viewing a photo Listening to music while slide show Listening to music Displaying MP3 music information (ID3 Tag) Audio CD Recording 1 2 7 Appendix 50 Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control 51 Network Software Update 53 Area Co
Preparation 2 Preparation 2 Introduction Preparation MUSIC Music files contained in the USB/Disc PHOTO Photo files About the “ ” Symbol Display “ ” may appear on your TV display during operation and indicates that the function explained in this owner’s manual is not available on that specific media. Symbols Used in this Manual Supplied Accesorries Video cable (1) Audio cable (1) Remote control (1) Battery (1) NOTE Indicates special notes and operating features.
Preparation Playable Discs Blu-ray Disc - Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. - BD-R/RE discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files. DVD-VIDEO (8 cm / 12 cm disc) Discs such as movies that can be purchased or rented. DVD-RW (8 cm / 12 cm disc) - VR mode, Video mode and finalized only - Finalized AVCHD format - DVD-RW discs that contain Movie, Music or Photo files.
Preparation File compatibility NOTE Overall Available File extensions: “.jpg”, “.jpeg”, “.png”, “.avi”, “.divx”, “.mpg”, “.mpeg”, “.mkv”, “.mp4”, “.mp3”, “.wma”, “.gif” • 2 The file name is limited to 180 characters. • Preparation Depending on the size and number of the files, it may take several minutes to read the contents on the media.
Preparation Regional Code This unit has a regional code printed on the rear of the unit. This unit can play only BD-ROM or DVD discs labeled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”. For Dolby® Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTSHD multi-channel audio playback: • An amplifier/receiver with a built-in (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS or DTS-HD) decoder. • Main, center, surround speakers and subwoofer as necessary for chosen format.
Preparation Remote control 2 Preparation • • • • • • a• • • • • • • • • • • • c• • • • • • 1 (POWER): Switches the player ON or OFF. HOME ( ): Displays or exits the [Home Menu]. REPEAT: Repeats a desired section or sequence. DISC MENU: Accesses menu on a disc. * : The button is not available for any function. Direction buttons: Selects an option in the menu. Z (OPEN/CLOSE): Opens and ENTER ( ): Acknowledges menu selection. closes the disc tray.
Preparation 13 Front panel 2 e N/X (PLAY / PAUSE) b Display Window f x (STOP) c Remote Sensor g 1 (POWER) Button d Z (OPEN/CLOSE) h USB Port Preparation a Disc Tray Rear panel a AC power cord e HDMI OUT (Type A, Version 1.3) b VIDEO OUT f DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL) c 2CH AUDIO OUT (Left/Right) g LAN port d COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y PB PR) BD551-N.BPANLLK-ENG.indd 13 10. 09.
Installation 3 Installation Connecting to Your TV 3 Installation Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. • HDMI connection (page 14-15) • Component Video connection (page 16) • Video connection (page 16) HDMI Connection If you have a HDMI TV or monitor, you can connect it to this player using a HDMI cable (Type A, Version 1.3). Connect the HDMI jack on the player to the HDMI jack on a HDMI compatible TV or monitor.
Installation NOTE • If a connected HDMI device does not accept the audio output of the player, the HDMI device ’s audio sound may be distorted or may not output. • When you use HDMI connection, you can change the resolution for the HDMI output. (Refer to “Resolution Setting” on page 17.) • Select the type of video output from the HDMI OUT jack using [HDMI Color Setting] option on the [Setup] menu (see page 26). • When the HDMI connection with HDCP is not verified, TV screen is changed to black screen.
Installation Component Video Connection Connect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on the player to the corresponding input jacks on the TV using component video cable. Connect the left and right AUDIO OUT jacks of the player to the audio left and right IN jacks on the TV using the audio cables. NOTE When you use COMPONENT VIDEO OUT connection, you can change the resolution for the output. (Refer to “Resolution setting” on page 17.
Installation Resolution Setting The player provides several output resolutions for HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks. You can change the resolution using [Setup] menu. 1. Press HOME ( ). 2. Use Y to select the [Setup] and press ENTER ( ). The [Setup] menu appears. 17 NOTE • If your TV does not accept the resolution you have set on the player, you can set resolution to 480p as follows: 1. Press Z to open the disc tray. 2 Press x (STOP) for more than 5 seconds.
Installation Connecting to an Amplifier Make one of the following connections, depending on the capabilities of your existing equipment. 3 • HDMI Audio connection (page 18) • Digital Audio connection (page 19) • 2CH Analog Audio connection (page 19) Connecting to an Amplifier via HDMI Output Connect the player’s HDMI OUT jack to the corresponding in jack on your amplifier using a HDMI cable. You will need to activate the player’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on pages 27-28.
Installation Connecting to an Amplifier via Digital Audio Output Connecting to an Amplifier via 2 Channel Audio Output Connect the player’s DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to the corresponding in jack (COAXIAL) on your amplifier. Use an optional digital audio cable. You will need to activate the player’s digital output. (See “[AUDIO] Menu” on pages 27-28.
Installation Connecting to your Home Network Wired Network Connection Router/Modem Broadband service This player can be connected to a local area network (LAN) via the LAN port on the rear panel. By connecting the unit to a broadband home network, you have access to services such as software updates, BD-Live interactivity.
Installation 21 Wired Network Setup If there is a DHCP server on the local area network (LAN) via wired connection, this player will automatically be allocated an IP address. After making the physical connection, a small number of home networks may require the player’s network setting to be adjusted. Adjust the [NETWORK] setting as follow. Preparation Before setting the wired network, you need to connect the broadband internet to your home network.
Installation Notes on Network Connection: • 3 Many network connection problems during set up can often be fixed by re-setting the router or modem. After connecting the player to the home network, quickly power off and/or disconnect the power cable of the home network router or cable modem. Then power on and/or connect the power cable again. Depending on the internet service provider (ISP), the number of devices that can receive internet service may be limited by the applicable terms of service.
Installation USB device connection 23 3. Select [Movie],[Photo] or [Music] using Y, and press ENTER ( ). This player can play movie, music and photo files contained in the USB device. Playback content in the USB device 4. Select the [USB] option using Y, and press ENTER ( ). 1. Insert a USB device to the USB port until it fits into place. 3 Installation USB device connection 5. Select a file using vVY, and press PLAY or ENTER ( ) to play the file.
Installation NOTE • This player supports USB flash drive/external HDD formatted in FAT16, FAT32 and NTFS when accessing files (movie,music, photo). However, for BD-Live and Audio CD recording, only FAT16 and FAT32 formats are supported. Use the USB flash drive/external HDD formatted in either FAT16 or FAT32 when using BD-Live and Audio CD recording. Settings Adjust the Setup Settings You can change the settings of the player in the [Setup] menu. 1. Press HOME ( ).
Installation 4. Use vV to select a second setup option, and press ENTER ( ) to move to the third level. 25 NOTE You cannot select [4:3 Letter Box] and [4:3 Pan Scan] option when the resolution is set to higher than 720p. Resolution 5. Use vV to select a desired setting, and press ENTER ( ) to confirm your selection. TV Aspect Ratio Select a TV aspect ratio option according to your TV type. [4:3 Letter Box] Select when a standard 4:3 TV is connected.
Installation 1080p Display Mode When the resolution is set to 1080p, select [24Hz] for smooth presentation of film material (1080p/24 Hz) with a HDMI-equipped display compatible with 1080p/24 Hz input. [LANGUAGE] Menu Display Menu Select a language for the [Setup] menu and on-screen display. NOTE • When you select [24 Hz], you may experience some picture disturbance when the video switches video and film material. In this case, select [60 Hz].
Installation [AUDIO] Menu Each disc has a variety of audio output options. Set the player’s Audio options according to the type of audio system you use. NOTE Since many factors affect the type of audio output, see “Audio Output Specifications” on page 56-57 for details. HDMI / Digital Output (SPDIF) [PCM Stereo] Select if you connect this unit’s HDMI OUT or DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack to a device with two-channel digital stereo decoder.
Installation DRC (Dynamic Range Control) DTS Neo:6 This function allows you to listen to a movie at a lower volume without losing clarity of sound. If the player is connected to the multi-channel Audio Receiver by HDMI connection, set this option to enjoy the multi-channel surround sound with the 2-channel audio source. [Off ] Turns off this function. [On] Compress the dynamic range of the Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby TrueHD audio output.
Installation [LOCK] Menu The [LOCK] settings affect only BD and DVD playback. To access the any features in [LOCK] settings, you must enter the 4-digit security code you have created. If you have not entered a password yet, you are prompted to do so. Enter a 4-digit password twice, and press ENTER ( ) to create a new password. 29 DVD Rating Blocks playback of rated DVD based on their content. (Not all discs are rated.
Installation [NETWORK] Menu The [NETWORK] settings are needed to use the software update, BD Live. Connection Setting If your home network environment is ready to connect the player, the player needs to be set the wired network connection for network communication. (See “Connecting to your Home Network” on pages 20-22.
Operation 31 Auto Power Off The screen saver appears when you leave the player in Stop mode for about five minutes. If you set this option to [On], the unit automatically turns itself off after the Screen Saver is displayed for 20 minutes. Set this option to [Off ] to leave the screen saver until the unit is operated by the user. Initialize Factory Set You can reset the player to its original factory settings. BD Storage Clear Initializes the BD contents from the connected USB storage.
Operation 4 Operation General Playback 5. Select the [Data] option using Y, and press ENTER ( ). Playing Discs 1. Press Z (OPEN/CLOSE), and place a disc on the disc tray. Insert a disc This step is needed only when a disc and a USB device is connected simultaneously in this unit. 4 Operation 6. Select a file using vVY, and press N(PLAY) or ENTER ( ) to play the file. NOTE 2. Press Z (OPEN/CLOSE) to close the disc tray.
Operation To stop playback Press x (STOP) while playback. Using the disc menu BD DVD AVCHD To pause playback To display the disc menu Press X (PAUSE) while playback. Press N (PLAY) to resume playback. The menu screen may be displayed first after loading a disc which contains a menu. If you want to display the disc menu while playback, press DISC MENU. To play frame-by-frame Press X (PAUSE) while movie playback. Press X (PAUSE) repeatedly to play Frame-byFrame playback.
Operation Advanced Playback DVD AVCHD ACD MUSIC During playback, press REPEAT repeatedly to select a desired repeat mode. 4 BD DVD AVCHD ACD MOVIE This player can repeat a portion you have selected. Repeat Playback BD MOVIE Repeating a specific portion Operation BDs/DVDs/Movie A- – Selected portion will be repeated continually. Chapter – The current chapter will be played back repeatedly. Title – The current title will be played back repeatedly.
Operation Marker Search BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE 35 Using the search menu BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE You can start playback from up to nine memorized points. Using search menu, you can easily to find the point where you want to start playback. To enter a marker To search a point 1. While playback, press MARKER at the desired point. The Marker icon appears on the TV screen briefly. 1. During playback, press SEARCH to display the search menu. 2. Repeat step 1 to add up to nine markers.
Operation Changing content list view Viewing content information MUSIC PHOTO MOVIE MOVIE On the [Movie] [Music] or [Photo] menu, you can change the content list view. The player can display the content information. Method 1 2. Press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the option menu. Press red (R) colored button repeatedly. 1. Select a file using vVY. 3. Select the [Information] option using vV, and press ENTER ( ). The file information appears on the screen.
Operation On-Screen display 37 2. Select an option using vV. 3. Use Y to adjust the selected option value. You can display and adjust various information and settings about the content. Displaying content information on-screen BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE 1. While playback, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to show various playback information.
Operation Hearing a different audio BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the On-Screen display. 2. Use vV to select the [Audio] option. 3. Use Y to select desired audio language, audio track or audio channel. Watching from a different angle BD DVD If the disc contains scenes recorded at different camera angles, you can change to a different camera angle during playback. 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the On-Screen display. 2.
Operation Changing the Picture Mode BD DVD AVCHD MOVIE You can change the [Picture mode] option while playback. 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the On-Screen display. 2. Use vV to select the [Picture Mode] option. 3. Use Y to select desired option. 4. Press RETURN (O) to exit the On-Screen display. Setting the [User] option 1. During playback, press INFO/DISPLAY ( ) to display the On-Screen display. 2. Use vV to select the [Picture Mode] option.
Operation 3. Press HOME ( ), and set the [BD-LIVE connection] option on the [Setup] menu (page 30). Depending on a disc, the BD-Live function may not be operated if [BDLIVE connection] option is set to [Partially Permitted]. 4. Insert a BD-ROM with BD-Live. The operations are differ depending on the disc. Refer to the manual supplied with the disc. Playing a movie file and VR disc You can play DVD-RW discs that are recorded in Video Recording (VR) format and movie files contained in a disc/USB device.
Operation NOTE • The file requirements are described on page 10. • You can use various playback functions. Refer to pages 32-36. • Unfinalized DVD VR format discs may not be played in this player. • Some DVD-VR discs are made with CPRM data by DVD RECORDER. This unit cannot support these kinds of discs. What is CPRM? CPRM is a copy protection system (with scramble system) only allowing the recording of ‘copy once’ broadcast programs. CPRM stands for Content Protection for Recordable Media.
Operation Viewing a photo You can view photo files using this player. 1. Press HOME ( To play a slide show Press N (PLAY) to start slide show. To stop a slide show Press x (STOP) while slide show. ). To pause a slide show Press X (PAUSE) while slide show. Press N (PLAY) to re-start the slide show. To skip to the next/previous photo 2. Select [Photo] using Y, and press ENTER ( ). 3. Select [Data] or [USB] option using Y, and press ENTER ( ).
Operation 43 a Current photo/Total number of photos – Use Y to view previous/next photo. b Slide Show – Press ENTER ( ) to start or pause slide show. c Music Select – Select the background music for the slide show (page 43). d Music –Press ENTER ( ) to start or pause background music. e Rotate – Press ENTER ( ) to rotate the photo clockwise. f Zoom – Press ENTER ( ) to display the [Zoom] menu. g Effect – Use Y to select a transition effect between photos in a slide show.
Operation Listening to music Displaying MP3 music information (ID3 Tag) 1. Select a music file using vVY The player can play Audio CDs and audio files. 1. Press HOME ( ). 2. Press DISPLAY/INFO ( ) to display the option menu. 3. Select [Information] option using vV, and press ENTER ( ). 4. The music information will be displayed on the screen. 2. Select [Music] using Y, and press ENTER ( ). 3. Select the [Data] or [USB] option using Y, and press ENTER ( ).
Operation 4. Use vV to select [CD Recording] option, and press ENTER ( ) to display the [CD Recording] menu. 45 8. Use vVY to select [OK], and press ENTER ( ) to start Audio CD recording. If you want to stop in progressing Audio CD recording, press ENTER ( ) while [Cancel] is highlighted. 9. A message appears when Audio CD recording is completed. Press ENTER ( ) to check the music file created in the destination folder. 5. Use vV to select a track you wish to copy on the menu, and press ENTER ( ).
Maintenance 5 Maintenance Notes on Discs Handling the Unit Handling Discs When shipping the unit Do not touch the playback side of the disc. Hold the disc by the edges so that fingerprints do not get on the surface. Never stick paper or tape on the disc. Please save the original shipping carton and packing materials. If you need to ship the unit, for maximum protection, re-pack the unit as it was originally packed at the factory.
Troubleshooting 47 6 Troubleshooting General Symptom Cause & Solution The Power does not turned on. • Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. The unit does not start playback. • Insert a playable disc. (Check the disc type, color system, and regional code.) • Place the disc with the playback side down. • Place the disc on the disc tray correctly inside the guide. • Clean the disc. • Cancel the Rating function or change the rating level. The angle cannot be changed.
Troubleshooting Picture Symptom Cause & Solution There is no picture. • Select the appropriate video input mode on the TV so the picture from the unit appears on the TV screen. • Connect the video connection securely. • Check the [HDMI Color Setting] in the [Setup] menu is set to the appropriate item that conforms to your video connection. • Your TV may not support the resolution you have set on the player. Change the resolution that your TV accepts.
Troubleshooting 49 Network Symptom Cause & Solution BD-Live feature does not work. • The connected USB storage may not have enough space. Connect the USB storage with at least 1GB free space. • Ensure that the unit is correctly connected to the local area network and can access the internet (see pages 20-22). • Your broadband speed may not fast enough to use the BDLive features. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and increase the broadband speed is recommended.
Appendix 7 Appendix Controlling a TV with the Supplied Remote Control You can control your TV using the buttons below. NOTE Depending on the unit being connected, you may not be able to control your TV using some of the buttons. Setting up the remote to control your TV You can operate your TV with the supplied remote control. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer code. 1.
Appendix Network Software Update Network update notification From time to time, performance improvements and/or additional features or services may be made available to units that are connected to a broadband home network. If there is new software available and the unit is connected to a broadband home network, the player will inform you about the update as follows. Option 1: 1. The update menu will appear on the screen when you turn on the player. 2.
Appendix NOTE • Pressing ENTER ( ) while checking for the update will end the process. • If there is no update available, the Message, “ No update is found.” appears. Press ENTER( ) to return to the [Home Menu]. 4. If newer version exists, the message “A new update was found. Do you want to download it?” appears. NOTE If the software includes the driver update, disc tray may open during the process. 9. When update is completed, the message, “ Update is complete.
Appendix 53 Area Code List Choose an area code from this list.
Appendix Language code List Use this list to input your desired language for the following initial settings: [Disc Audio], [Disc Subtitle] and [Disc Menu].
Appendix Trademarks and Licenses “Blu-ray Disc™”, “Blu-ray™” and “Blu-ray disc™” logo are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.
Appendix Audio Output Specifications Jack/Setting Source Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD AAC DTS DTS-HD Linear PCM 2ch Linear PCM 5.1ch Linear PCM 7.1ch Digital Output (SPDIF) (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) *4 Analog 2CH Output PCM Stereo PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch PCM 2ch Jack/Setting Source Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus Dolby TrueHD AAC DTS DTS-HD Linear PCM 2ch Linear PCM 5.
Appendix *5 If the [HDMI] or [Digital Output (SPDIF)] option is set to [DTS re-encode], the audio output is limited to 48 kHz and 5.1Ch. If the [HDMI] or [Digital Output (SPDIF)] option is set to [DTS re-encode], the DTS Re-encode audio is outputted for BD-ROM discs, and the original audio is outputted for the other discs (like [Primary Pass-Thru]).
Appendix Video Output Resolution When the non-copy protected media is playing back Video Out Resolution HDMI OUT COMPONENT VIDEO OUT HDMI connected HDMI disconnected 480i 480p 480i 480p 480p 480p 720p 720p 720p 1080i 1080i 1080i 1080p/24 Hz 1080p / 24 Hz 1080p / 60 Hz 1080p / 60 Hz - 1080i 1080i When the copy protected media is playing back Video Out Resolution HDMI OUT HDMI disconnected 480i 480p 480p 480p 720p 720p - 1080i 1080i - 480i 1080p/24 Hz 1080p / 24 Hz -
Appendix 59 System Specifications Laser: Semiconductor laser General wavelength: 405 nm / 650 nm Power requirements: AC 110 - 240 V ~ 50 / 60 Hz Signal system: Standard NTSC color TV system Power consumption: 14 W Frequency response: 20 Hz to 20 kHz (48 kHz, 96 kHz, 192 kHz sampling) Dimensions (W x H x D): Approx. 430 x 45 x 190 mm without foot Signal-to-noise ratio: Net Weight (Approx.): More than 90 dB (ANALOG OUT connectors only) 1.
Appendix Important Information Relating to Network Services PLEASE READ CAREFULLY. USE OF THE NETWORK SERVICES IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Use of the Network Services requires an Internet connection which is sold separately and for which you are solely responsible. The Network Services may be limited or restricted depending upon the quality, capabilities and technical limitations of your Internet service.
Appendix Open source software notice BD551-N.BPANLLK-ENG.indd 61 10. 09. 01 7 Appendix The following GPL executables and LGPL libraries used in this product are subject to the GPL2.0/ LGPL2.
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