Getting Started
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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 labelled same as the rear of the unit or “ALL”.
AVCHD (Advanced Video
Codec High Definition)
y
This player can playback AVCHD format discs.
These discs are normally recorded and used in
camcorders.
y
The AVCHD format is a high definition digital
video camera format.
y
The MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 format is capable of
compressing images at higher efficiency than
the conventional image compressing format.
y
Some AVCHD discs use the “x.v.Color” format.
y
This player can playback AVCHD discs using
“x.v.Color” format.
y
Some AVCHD format discs may not be played,
depending on the recording condition.
y
AVCHD format discs need to be finalized.
y
“x.v.Color” offers a wider colour range than
normal DVD camcorder discs.
System Requirements
For high definition video playback:
y
High definition display that has COMPONENT or
HDMI input jacks.
y
BD-ROM disc with high definition content.
y
HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display
device is required for some content (as specified
by disc authors).
y
For up-conversion of standard definition DVD, a
HDMI or HDCP capable DVI input on your display
device is required for copy-protected content.
For Dolby® Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD
multi-channel audio playback:
y
An amplifier/receiver with a built-in (Dolby
Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS or
DTS-HD) decoder.
y
Main, centre, surround speakers and subwoofer
as necessary for chosen format.
Compatibility Notes
y
Because BD-ROM is a new format, the can be
issues regarding certain disc, digital connection
and other compatibility issues. If you experience
compatibility problems, please contact an
authorized Customer Service Center.
y
Viewing high-definition content and up-
converting standard DVD content may require a
HDMI-capable input or HDCP-capable DVI input
on your display device.
y
Some BD-ROM and DVD discs may restrict the
use of some operation commands or features.
y
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS-HD are
supported with maximum 7.1 channels if you
use HDMI connection as the audio output.
y
You can use a USB device that is used to store
some disc related information, including
downloaded on-line content. The disc you are
using will control how long this information is
retained.
y
While watching 3D contents, on-screen displayed
may not be displayed properly. To display proper
on-screen display, turn off 3D mode on TV.
