4-151-461-11(1)© 2009 Sony CorporationPrinted in Malaysia4-151-461-11(1)Operating InstructionsBlu-ray Disc™ / DVD PlayerBDP-N460The software of this p
10The N button has a tactile dot. Use the tactile dot as a reference when operating the player.A [/1 (on/standby) (page 27)Turns on the player, or set
11A N, XLights up during playback or pause.B HD (page 44)Lights up when outputting 720p/1080i/1080p video signals from the HDMI OUT jack or 720p/1080i
12A DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (page 21)B DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) jack (page 21)C LINE OUT (R-AUDIO-L) jacks (page 17, 18, 22)D LINE OUT (VIDEO) jack (p
13Hookups and SettingsHookups and SettingsHooking Up the PlayerCheck that you have the following items.• Audio/video cable (phono plug ×3) (1)• AC pow
14Step 1: Connecting to Your TVAbout video/HDMI OUT jacksThe player has the following video jacks. Connect the player to your TV according to the inpu
15Hookups and SettingsConnect the player and your TV using an HDMI cable to enjoy high quality digital pictures and sound through the HDMI OUT jack.If
16b• Not all high definition television sets are fully compatible with this product and may cause artifacts to be displayed in the picture. In the cas
17Hookups and SettingsConnect the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks of the player and your TV using a component video cable. You can enjoy high-quality pictur
18Connect the LINE OUT (VIDEO, R-AUDIO-L) jacks of the player and your TV using the audio/video cable. You can enjoy standard quality pictures and sou
19Hookups and SettingsStep 2: Connecting to Your AV Amplifier (Receiver)About audio/HDMI OUT jacksThe player has the following audio jacks. Connect th
2WARNINGTo 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 cabi
20If your AV amplifier (receiver) has an HDMI input, use this connection. You can enjoy higher quality sound from the connected AV amplifier (receiver
21Hookups and SettingsIf your AV amplifier (receiver) has a Dolby*1 Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, or DTS*2 decoder and a digital input jack, you can enjoy
22If your AV amplifier (receiver) only has L and R audio input jacks, use this connection.Connecting to audio L/R jacksAV amplifier (receiver)Audio/vi
23Hookups and SettingsStep 3: Inserting the External MemoryTo enjoy additional content (such as BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE) on certain Blu-ray Disc titles, you
24Step 4: Connecting to the NetworkConnect the LAN (100) terminal of the player to your Internet source using a LAN cable to enjoy the BRAVIA Internet
25Hookups and Settings* For more information about compatible wireless bridges, visit the following website:http://www.sony.com/blurayupdate/Step 5: C
26Step 6: Preparing the RemoteYou can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two Size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on
27Hookups and Settings1 While holding down TV [/1, enter the TV’s manufacturer code using the number buttons. For instance, to enter “09,” press “0” t
284 Select a language for the on-screen displays using M/m, and press ENTER.The initial settings message appears.5 Select “Start,” and press ENTER.6 S
29Hookups and SettingsbIf no picture appears, press RETURN to return to the previous screen, and change the resolution setting.2 Select “Finish,” and
3• 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-
30PlaybackPlaying BDs/DVDs1 Switch the input selector on your TV so that the signal from the player appears on your TV screen.2 Press Z on the player,
31Playback4 Press HOME.5 Select (Video) using </,.6 Select using M/m, and press N PLAY or ENTER.For commercially available BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs,
32Available OPTIONS1 Press OPTIONS.The options menu appears.2 Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER.The available items differ depending on the di
33Playback6 Insert a BD-ROM with BONUSVIEW/BD-LIVE.The operation method differs depending on the disc. Refer to the instruction manual supplied with t
34To adjust the audio characteristics1 Press OPTIONS during playback.The options menu appears.2 Select “Audio Settings” using M/m, and press ENTER.The
35PlaybackPlaying Video Files via a Network (BRAVIA Internet Video)BRAVIA Internet Video serves as a gateway delivering the selected Internet content
36Available OPTIONS during playback1 Press OPTIONS during playback. The options menu appears.2 Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER.The available
37PlaybackPlaying Music CDs and MP3 Audio Tracks1 Insert a music CD.The Music Player screen appears.2 Press N PLAY.Playback starts.To select a music C
38b• The point where you stopped playing (resume point) is cleared from memory when:– you open the disc tray, or– you turn off the player.• The player
39PlaybackAvailable OPTIONS during playback1 Press OPTIONS during playback.The options menu appears.2 Select an item using M/m, and press ENTER.The av
4On cleaningClean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol
40You can play photo files on the connected USB device.1 Connect the USB device to the USB jack on the player.Refer to the instruction manual supplied
41Settings and AdjustmentsSettings and AdjustmentsUsing the Settings DisplaysSelect (Setup) on the home menu when you need to change the settings of
42Setting listYou can setup the following options.Network UpdateYou can update and improve the functions of the player. We recommend the network updat
43Settings and AdjustmentsTo update the software using an update discYou can update and improve the functions of the player using an update disc provi
44Selects the display configuration for playback of 16:9 screen pictures on a 4:3 screen TV (effective when “TV Type” is set to “4:3” and “Screen Form
45Settings and Adjustments3 Select “OK” or “Cancel,” and press ENTER.Follow the on-screen instructions.The HD indicator lights up when outputting 720p
46Sets the Deep Color (color depth) setting for video signals output from the HDMI OUT jack.The color depth is indicated by the number of bits, and mo
47Settings and AdjustmentsSelects the audio signals output when playing Dolby Digital discs.This setting affects the output from the DIGITAL OUT (COAX
48BD/DVD Viewing SettingsThe default settings are underlined.Selects the default menu language for BD-ROMs or DVD VIDEOs.When you select “Select Langu
49Settings and AdjustmentsParental Control SettingsThe default settings are underlined.Sets or changes the password for the Parental Control function.
514)Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cor
50b• If you forget the password, reset the player (page 56) and set a new password (see “Password” on page 49).• When you play discs which do not have
51Settings and AdjustmentsSets whether or not to play unrated Internet videos.1 Select “Internet Video Unrated” in “Parental Control Settings,” and pr
52Internet Video SettingsSet your region to receive services from Internet content providers.1 Select “Region” in “Internet Video Settings,” and press
53Settings and AdjustmentsThe player automatically turns off if you do not press any of the buttons on the player or remote for more than 30 minutes,
54Network SettingsThese items are necessary when you connect to the Internet via a LAN cable. Enter the respective (alphanumeric) values for your broa
55Settings and Adjustments7 Select “Save & Connect,” and press ENTER.The network diagnostic starts. Results are displayed after the player finishe
56Easy SetupRe-runs the Easy Setup to make the basic settings.1 Select “Easy Setup,” and press ENTER.2 Select “Start” using </,, and press ENTER.3
57Additional InformationAdditional InformationTroubleshootingIf you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this trou
58See also “Connecting to an HDMI jack” (page 15) when connecting equipment using the HDMI cable.There is no picture/picture noise appears., Check tha
59Additional InformationThere is no picture or no sound when connected to the HDMI OUT jack., Try the following: 1Turn the player off and on again. 2T
6Table of ContentsWARNING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Precautions . . .
60The external memory is not recognized., Try the following: 1Turn the player off. 2(USM1GH only) Align the V mark of the EXT slot with the V mark on
61Additional InformationThe disc tray does not open and you cannot remove the disc even after you press Z., Try the following: 1Turn the player off, a
62Playable Discs* MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3) is a standard format defined by ISO (International Organization for Standardization)/IEC (International E
63Additional InformationDiscs that cannot be played• BDs with cartridge• DVD-RAMs• HD DVDs• DVD Audio discs• PHOTO CDs• Data part of CD-Extras• VCDs/S
64About playback of discs recorded in AVCHD formatThis player can play AVCHD format discs. What is the AVCHD format?The AVCHD format is a high-definit
65Additional InformationSpecificationsSystemLaser: Semiconductor laserInputs and outputs(Jack name:Jack type/Output level/Load impedance)LINE OUT R-AU
66Language Code ListFor details, see page 48.The language spellings conform to the ISO 639: 1988 (E/F) standard.Parental Control/Area CodeFor details,
67Additional InformationCustom Rating System ChartFor details, see page 50.* To ensure maximum blocking capability, set the Age-Based Ratings.Rating s
68GlossaryAACS“Advanced Access Content System” is a specification for managing digital entertainment content stored on the next generation of prerecor
69Additional InformationDolby Digital PlusDeveloped as an extension to Dolby Digital, the audio coding technology supports 7.1 multi-channel surround
7Settings and AdjustmentsUsing the Settings Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Network Update . .
70IndexWords in quotations appear in the on-screen displays.Numerics24p True Cinema 69AAACS 68ANGLE 8AUDIO 8“Audio Settings” 34, 46“Auto Power Off” 53
71UUpdate 24, 42USB 40V“Video” 30Video output resolution 64WWireless bridge 25, 54Xx.v.Color 46, 69
8Guide to Parts and ControlsFor more information, see the pages in parentheses.Number 5, AUDIO, VOL +, and N PLAY buttons have a tactile dot. Use the
9C Color buttons (RED/GREEN/BLUE/YELLOW)Short cut keys for BD’s interactive functions.D TOP MENU (page 32)Opens or closes the BD’s or DVD’s Top Menu.P
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