4-157-000-12(1) USB Media Player Operating Instructions SMP-U10 © 2009 Sony Corporation
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 only be changed at a qualified service shop. Batteries or batteries installed apparatus shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Precautions from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning and powerline surges. On safety Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. On cleaning Clean the cabinet and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
Table of Contents WARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Guide to Parts and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Hookups and Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Step 1: Connecting to Your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Guide to Parts and Controls For more information, see the pages indicated in parentheses. Remote [/1 (on/standby) (12) Turns on the player, or sets to standby mode. VOL (volume) +/– (11) Adjusts the TV volume. B Number buttons Enters the track number, etc. CLEAR (18) Clears the entry field. C TIME/TEXT Displays the playing time. If a music file has an ID3 tag, the player will display the album name/ track title from the ID3 tag information. This player supports ID3 versions 1.0/1.1 and 2.2/2.3.
E ./> PREV/NEXT (previous/ next) Skips to the previous/next track or file in continuous play mode. / REPLAY/ADVANCE (replay/ advance/step) – Replays the scene*1/briefly fast forward the scene*1 when pressed during playback. – Plays forward*2 one frame at a time when pressed during pause mode. – Changes the LUN (Logical Unit Number) devices when pressed during the list of albums or tracks is displayed (page 14). m/M (scan/slow) – Fast reverses/fast forwards when pressed during playback.
Front panel VIDEO A [/1 (on/standby) button (12) B PHOTO MUSIC C Media indicators (14) Indicates the selected media type. (remote sensor) (11) D USB jack (type A) (14) Connect a USB device to this jack.
A Hookups and Settings TV INPUT AUDIO When unpacking, check the supplied accessories by referring to page 29. R b • Plug cables securely to prevent unwanted noise. • Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the components to be connected. • Be sure to disconnect the mains lead of each component before connecting. VIDEO L (red) (white) Audio/video cable (supplied) Step 1: Connecting to Your TV Connect this player to your TV using a video cable.
When connecting to the HDMI OUT jack Upside down Not straight To connect to a TV with DVI input Use an HDMI-DVI converter cord (not supplied). The DVI jack will not accept any audio signals, so you have to use another audio connection in addition to this connection (page 10). Furthermore, you cannot connect the HDMI OUT jack to DVI jacks that are not HDCP compliant (e.g., DVI jacks on PC displays). When connecting to a standard 4:3 screen TV Some images may not fit your TV screen.
Step 2: Connecting to Your Audio Component * The yellow plug is used for video signals (page 8). TV, projector, or audio component A INPUT Select one of the following patterns, A or B, according to the input jack on your TV monitor, projector, or audio component such as an AV amplifier (receiver). This will enable you to listen to sound. AUDIO VIDEO R L (red) A Audio L/R input jacks (white) (yellow)* This connection will use your TV’s or audio component’s two speakers for sound.
Step 4: Preparing the Remote Connect the supplied AC adaptor to the DC IN 6V jack of the player. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player. Hookups and Settings Step 3: Connecting the AC Adaptor DC IN 6V DC plug Connect the AC adaptor to mains b Stop playback before disconnecting the mains lead. Failure to do so may cause a malfunction.
To control other TVs with the remote You can control the volume, input source, and power switch of non-Sony TVs as well. If your TV is listed in the table below, set the appropriate manufacturer’s code. b When you replace the batteries of the remote, the code number may be reset to the default setting. Set the appropriate code number again. 1 While holding down TV [/1, press the number buttons to select your TV’s manufacturer’s code. 2 Release TV [/1.
8 Press X/x to select the type of jack (if any) you are using to connect to an audio component, then press ENTER. Hookups and Settings Select “NO” if you do not connect an audio component, then go to step 10. Select “YES: LINE OUTPUT L/R (AUDIO)” if you connect an audio component using an audio cable, then go to step 10. Select “YES: DIGITAL OUTPUT” if you connect an audio component using a digital coaxial cable/HDMI cord. 9 Press X/x to select the type of Dolby Digital signal to your audio component.
The list of albums appears. 4 Press X/x to select an album. 5 Press N. Playback Playing Files Before connecting a USB device to the player, check the USB devices and file types playable on the player. Refer to “Playable USB Devices” (supplement) and also the operating instructions supplied with the USB device. For details on playable files, see “Notes About Video, Photo, or Music files” (page 28). Playback starts from the selected album. Adjust the volume on the TV or the audio component.
Selecting a photo file 1 The list of albums appears. 2 z Set “MEDIA” to “MUSIC” to enable lyrics function. b The player supports MP3 ID3 Lyrics only. One-Touch Play (for HDMI connections only) With one touch of the N button on the remote, the player and your TV automatically turn on and the TV’s input is switched to the player. Playback starts automatically. The TV’s input will also switch to the player automatically in the following cases: – You press the N, FILE LIST or DISPLAY button on the remote.
To display photo information Press SUBTITLE while viewing photo files. The detailed information for the selected photo file appears. is displayed when the picture was taken using flash. is displayed when the image is automatically rotated. To hide the information, press SUBTITLE. Note that the above information may not appear depending on the digital camera. To stop viewing the photo Press x. b PICTURE NAVI does not work if “MUSIC” or “VIDEO” is selected in “MEDIA” (page 14).
Selecting the slides’ appearance (EFFECT) You can select the way the slides are displayed during a slide show. 1 USB OFF OFF USB ALBUM FILE The default setting is underlined.
List of Control Menu items Item Item Name, Function ALBUM Selects the album that contains the video file to be played. FILE Selects the video file to be played. ALBUM Selects the album that contains music or photo files to be played. FILE Selects the photo file to be played. TRACK Selects the track to be played. To search for an album, file or track 1 Select “ALBUM,” “FILE,” or “TRACK” from the Control Menu. 2 Press X/x to select the search method. “** (**)” is selected (** refers to a number).
EFFECT (page 17) Selects the effects to be used for changing slides during a slide show. CUSTOM PICTURE MODE (page 19) Selects the picture quality that best suits the programme you are watching. AV SYNC (page 20) Adjusts the delay between the picture and sound. Adjusting the playback picture (CUSTOM PICTURE MODE) You can adjust the video signal from the player to obtain the picture quality you want.
b • This function does not work when “PhotoTV HD” mode is activated (page 16). • This function does not work if your TV supports Theatre mode and it is set to “On.” For more details, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV. 2 Press c repeatedly to adjust the delay. Each time you press C/c, the delay is adjusted by 10 milliseconds. 3 Press ENTER. The selected setting takes effect.
LANGUAGE SETUP Settings and Adjustments Using the Setup Display You can make various adjustments to items, such as picture and sound. For details on each Setup Display item, see pages 21 to 26. 1 Press DISPLAY when the player is in stop mode. The Control Menu appears. 2 Press X/x to select (SETUP), then press ENTER. The options for “SETUP” appear.
◆ PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT ONLY) If your TV accepts progressive (525p/625p) format signals, set “PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT ONLY)” to “ON.” Note that you must connect to a progressive format TV using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (page 8). OFF To output normal (interlace) signals. ON To output progressive signals. To output progressive signals 1 Select “PROGRESSIVE (COMPONENT OUT ONLY),” and press ENTER. 2 Select “ON,” and press ENTER. The display asks for confirmation.
CUSTOM SETUP AUDIO SETUP You can set the sound according to the playback and connection conditions. The default settings are underlined. ◆ AUTO POWER OFF ◆ AUDIO DRC (Dynamic Range Control) Switches the Auto Power Off setting on or off. ◆ AUTO PLAY Makes the sound clear when the volume is turned down when playing a video file that conforms to “AUDIO DRC.” This function affects the output from the following jacks: – LINE OUT (L-AUDIO-R) jacks.
◆ DIGITAL OUT ◆ MPEG Selects if audio signals are output via the DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL)/HDMI OUT jack. Selects the type of MPEG audio signal. ON Normally, select this position. When you select “ON,” see “Setting the digital output signal” for further settings. OFF The influence of the digital circuit upon the analogue circuit is minimal.
PhotoTV HD You can adjust items related to the HDMI connection. The default settings are underlined. Displays a extra highly-detailed picture when connecting to a Sony “PhotoTV HD”compatible device. SD Displays a standard definition picture with a black frame. ◆ HDMI RESOLUTION HD Displays a high definition picture with a black frame. HD Displays a high definition picture without a black frame. HDMI SETUP AUTO Normally, select this. (1920×1080p) 1920×1080i Sends 1920×1080i video signals.
• If the HDMI OUT jack is connected to equipment with a DVI jack, “RGB” signals will be automatically output even if you select “YCBCR.” ◆ AUDIO (HDMI) Selects the type of audio signal output from the HDMI OUT jack. AUTO Normally, select this. Outputs audio signals according to the “DIGITAL OUT” settings (page 24). PCM Converts Dolby Digital, MPEG, or 96 kHz/24 bit PCM signals to 48 kHz/16 bit PCM.
Operation 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. The power does not turn on. , Check that the mains lead is connected securely. Picture and sound There is no picture and no sound. , Re-connect the connecting cable securely. , The connecting cables are damaged.
Self-diagnosis function (when letters/numbers appear on the screen) Notes About Video, Photo, or Music files When the self-diagnosis function is activated to prevent the player from malfunctioning, a five-character service number (e.g., C 13 50) with a combination of a letter and four digits appears on the screen. In this case, check the following table.
Specifications Outputs (Jack name: Jack type/Output level/Load impedance) LINE OUT (AUDIO): Phono jack/2 Vrms/10 kilohms DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL): Phono jack/0.5 Vp-p/75 ohms HDMI OUT: HDMI 19 pin-Standard Connector COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y, PB, PR): Phono jack/Y: 1.0 Vp-p, PB, PR: 0.7 Vp-p/75 ohms LINE OUT (VIDEO): Phono jack/1.
Index Numerics H S 16:9 21 4:3 LETTER BOX 21 4:3 OUTPUT 22 48kHz/96kHz PCM 24 5.
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