I N S T A L L A T I O N
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Connecting to the Internet
The
P
BD
1
has significantly improved its internet streaming capabilities compared to its predecessors.
Currently, it supports both Netflix and VUDU, as well as in-home network media sharing via My Network which
is capable of connecting with DLNA and SMB/CIFS clients. Additional online streaming applications may also
be added with future firmware updates.
The
P
BD
1
also supports the BD-Live feature offered on some Blu-ray Disc titles. BD-Live offers extra
downloadable content and additional online interactive programs. Content available on BD-Live varies by disc
and studio, and may include additional subtitles, commentaries, movie trailers, games, and online chat.
Connecting the player to the Internet will also allow the player to obtain firmware updates. (See pages 4 and 72
for more information regarding firmware updates.)
In order to utilize the BD-Live feature or to update the firmware via the Internet, the player needs to be
connected to a broadband Internet connection. It is not necessary to connect to the Internet if you do not intend
to use the network streaming, BD-Live or online firmware update features.
The
P
BD
1
provides two network connection methods: through Ethernet cable or through the external
wireless adaptor included with the player. For the fastest and most stable network connection, we recommend
using an Ethernet cable whenever possible.
Internet connection through Ethernet cable
x
Plug one end of a network cable (Category 5/5E straight Ethernet cable) into the LAN port on the
back of the
P
BD
1
.
x
Plug the other end of the network cable into a LAN port on the broadband router or modem.
x
After physically connecting the player to a broadband Internet connection, some network
configuration may be required. Refer to the
Network Setup
section on page 76 for details.
