Sharp BD-AMS10U manual

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    MODEL BD-AMS10U BD-AMS20U BLU-RA Y DISC/DVD PLA YER OPERA TION MANUAL BD-AMS20U only BD-AMS20U only[...]

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    1 OPERA TION MANUAL ENGLISH Introduction SAFETY INFORMA TION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol warns the user of uninsulated voltage within the unit that can cause dangerous electr[...]

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    2 SAFETY INFORMA TION * The following statement applies to BD-AMS20U only . FCC Compliance Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer ence received, including interfer ence that ma[...]

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    3 Introduction IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 18) Damage Requiring Service—Unplug this product fr om the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the AC cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed [...]

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    4 PRECAUTIONS Precautions on viewing ster eoscopic 3D images • Do not view stereoscopic 3D images if you have a history of photosensitivity , heart disease or poor health. This may cause the symptoms to worsen. • If you experience any health problems such as fatigue and discomfort while viewing stereoscopic 3D images, immediately disconti[...]

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    5 Introduction DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player . T o ensure safety and many years of tr ouble-free operation of your pr oduct, please read the Important Safety Instructions carefully befor e using this product. Getting Started Step 1: Unpacking Make sure the following accessories ar e provided wi[...]

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    6 Contents Intr oduction SAFETY INFORMA TION ...................................................................................... 1 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................. 2 PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................... 4 DEAR [...]

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    7 Contents The illustrations and on-screen displays in this operation manual are for explanation purposes and may vary slightly fr om the actual operations. Functions which can be set ................................................................................... 42 Enjoying smartphone on the TV (for BD-AMS20U only) ............................[...]

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    8 What would you like to do with this Player? W atch high quality movies on Blu-ray discs This Player offers full high-definition Blu-ray disc playback. Video/Pictur e/Music Playback (p. 26) Enjoy stereoscopic and powerful 3D images This player can play 3D content from 3D compatible Blu-ray discs thr ough an HDMI cable. T o watch 3D images, connect[...]

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    9 Introduction About Media T ypes Blu-ray Disc Blu-ray Disc is the ultimate next generation optical media format, offering the following key featur es: • Lar gest capacity (25 GB single layer – 50 GB dual layer) – with over 5 times the amount of content possible with current DVDs, particularly well suited for high definition feature films [...]

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    10 About Media T ypes Discs that Cannot Be Used with This Player The following discs cannot be played back or will not play back properly on this Player . If such a disc is mistakenly played back, speaker damage may occur . Never attempt to play back these discs. CDG, Video CD, Photo CD, CD-ROM, CD-TEXT , SVCD, SACD, PD, CDV , CVD, DVD-RAM, DVD- Au[...]

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    1 1 Introduction About Media T ypes About files/folders for Still images (JPEG files) and audio data (MP3 files) Y ou can play still images (JPEG files) /audio data (MP3 files) with this unit by making folder(s) on discs or USB devices as shown below . Example of a folder structure (Disc): 001.jpg/001.mp3 xxx.jpg/xxx.mp3 Root 01 Folder xxx Folder F[...]

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    12 About Media T ypes Icons Used on BD/DVD Video Disc Cases The back of the case of a BD/DVD that is commercially available usually contains various information about the contents of the disc. 2 2 16:9 2 LB 2 1 3 5 4 6 1. English 2. Chinese 1. English 2. Chinese 1 2 3 4 5 DVD Video BD Video 1 Audio tracks and audio formats BD and DVD discs can cont[...]

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    13 Introduction Important Information Disc Precautions Be Careful of Scratches and Dust • BD, DVD and CD discs are sensitive to dust, fingerprints and especially scratches. A scratched disc may not be able to be played back. Handle discs with care and store them in a safe place. Proper Disc Storage Place the disc in the center of the disc case[...]

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    14 Major Components Main Unit (Front) 1 7 8 9 10 2 3 4 5 6 Main Unit (Rear) 6 3 2 1 4 5 * 1 1 Disc tray (p. 26) 2 OPEN/CLOSE (p. 26) 3 d PLA Y (p. 26) 4 H STOP (p. 26) 5 POWER (p. 22) 6 POWER (ON/ST ANDBY) indicator (p. 22 ) 7 BD/DVD/CD mode indicator (p. 22) 8 Remote control sensor (p. 21) 9 Front panel display (p. 22) • The elapsed time is d[...]

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    15 Introduction Major Components Remote Control Unit 1 2 3 5 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 14 24 15 25 1 POWER (p. 22) 2 m OPEN/CLOSE (p. 26) 3 AUDIO (p. 40), SUBTITLE (p. 40) 4 Number buttons (p. 42) 5 VUDU (p. 60) 6 T SKIP/ k (pp. 30, 38) 7 U SKIP/ l (pp. 30, 38) 8 F P AUSE (pp. 34, 35, 36, 38) 9 d PLA Y (p. 26) 0 TOP MENU/TITLE L[...]

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    16 Connection Connecting to a TV/pr ojector Y ou can enjoy high quality digital picture and sound using an HDMI cable. (Only TVs/projectors with an HDMI terminal can be connected to this player .) When you use AQUOS LINK, make sure to use a certified HDMI cable. 1 Be sur e to turn off this Player and the TV/projector befor e making any connections.[...]

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    17 Connection Connecting to an amplifier/A V r eceiver Y ou can connect this player to an amplifier/A V receiver to enjoy digital surround sound. With this player , the audio connection can be made using either one of the following methods depending on the capabilities of the amplifier/A V receiver you connect. • HDMI connection • Digital[...]

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    18 Connecting to a USB device Y ou can connect USB devices to this player (USB memory device, USB HDD) to enjoy video, music, or picture files stor ed on the USB device. This player has 2 USB terminals, one on the front side and another on the r ear side. NOTE • When you insert or remove a USB device, be sur e to turn off the main power of thi[...]

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    19 Connection Br oadband Inter net Connection By connecting this player to the Internet, you can enjoy a variety of content on your TV using BD-LIVE functions, video on-demand services (e-Contents), home networks and also perform software updates. In this player , the Internet connection can be made using either one of the following methods. •[...]

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    20 Broadband Internet Connection Wireless connection (wir eless LAN) Insert a wireless LAN adapter (Model number VR-WL25, supplied with BD- AMS20U only) into the W-LAN/USB1 terminal on the rear of the player . Wireless LAN adapter * (supplied with BD-AMS20U only) PC Wireless router Modem Internet When a wireless connection is made, it is necessary [...]

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    21 Playback Playback Befor e Starting Playback Loading the Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Hold in the tab on the battery cover and pull the cover towards the dir ection of the arrow . 2 Load the two “AA” size batteries (R-06 size, UM/SUM-3). Place batteries with their terminals corresponding to the m and n indications in battery compartment.[...]

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    22 Before Starting Playback T urning the Power On 4 3 2 1 1 POWER button 2 POWER (ON/ST ANDBY) indicator 3 BD/DVD/CD mode indicator 4 Front panel display T urning the power on Press POWER on the r emote control or on the Player to turn on the power of the Player . NOTE • When you turn on this player for the first time after purchase or when yo[...]

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    23 Playback Before Starting Playback Language Setting Changing the on-screen display language 1 Pr ess c/d to select “Settings”, then press b or ENTER . 2 Pr ess c/d to select “System”, then press b or ENTER . 3 Pr ess a/b to select “On Screen Language”, then press d or ENTER . 4 Pr ess a/b to select the language you want to display on [...]

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    24 Before Starting Playback Using AQUOS LINK Controlling the Blu-ray disc player using AQUOS LINK What is AQUOS LINK? Using the HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), with AQUOS LINK you can interactively operate this player with your SHARP AQUOS TV . What you can do with AQUOS LINK When you connect this player to the LCD TV compatible with AQUOS[...]

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    25 Playback Before Starting Playback Control Panel This function allows you to operate this player using the TV remote contr ol by displaying the control panel on the TV screen. • T o operate this function, connect this player to a TV compatible with HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) using an HDMI cable (See page 16). Make sur e that “[...]

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    26 V ideo/Pictur e/Music Playback Loading a Disc OPEN/CLOSE POWER 1 Pr ess POWER to turn on the power . 2 Pr ess OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray . 3 Load a disc on the disc tray . • Insert the disc with the label face up. • In case of disc recor ded on both sides, face down the side to play back. 4 Pr ess OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tra[...]

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    27 Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Displaying the disc information Press DISPLA Y during playback. • Each time you press DISPLA Y , the display switches as follows. BD-VIDEO 00 : 00 : 12 1/1 1 0 / 1 1 03 / : 12 : 28 00 : 00 : 12 03 / : 12 : 28 1 2 3 4 4 Disc Information screen A Disc Information screen B No Display 1 T ype of disc 2 Tit[...]

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    28 Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Using the pop-up menu BD VIDEO 1 Pr ess POP-UP MENU during playback. • The pop up menu screen is displayed. • The menu contents displayed vary depending on the disc. For details on how to see and operate the pop-up menu, refer to the manual for the disc. Example Pop-up menu Previous page Next page 2 Pr ess[...]

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    29 Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Use of Picture in Pictur e function (secondary audio/video playback) BD-Video that includes secondary audio and video compatible with Picture in Pictur e can be played back with secondary audio and video simultaneously as a small video in the corner . Primary audio/ video Secondary audio/ video • Y ou [...]

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    30 Video/Pictur e/Music Playback DVD-R/-RW (VR format) / BD-RE/-R (BDA V format) Playback DVD-R DVD-RW BD-RE BD-R Y ou can play back a recor ded disc (DVD: VR format finalized disc only / BD: BDA V format disc only). • For a description of other playback functions, refer to “Playback Functions” on pages 38–40. NOTE • “Finalize” [...]

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    31 Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Playback by selecting a chapter 1 Press B (Green) while the Thumbnail scr een is displayed. • The chapter screen is displayed. Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Chapter 6 • If you want to select additional chapters, switch pages by pressing f or g . • T o return to the Thumbna[...]

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    32 Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Playback using a USB device Y ou can play back video, music and picture data stored in a USB device, including a USB HDD and a USB memory device. • Regarding playback of a music or pictur e file, see pages 35–36. • T o play back a file or content downloaded from a streaming service, see pages 59–61. NO[...]

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    33 Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Selecting/deleting files Y ou can select multiple files on the Title List screen to delete or copy all at once. 1 When the Title List screen is displayed, press a/b to select the desired file or folder , then press B (Gr een). • A check mark is displayed next to the selected file or folder . • The[...]

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    34 Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Audio CD Playback AUDIO CD This Player can play back audio CDs. • For a description of other playback functions, refer to “Playback Functions” on pages 38–39. Playback from the beginning 1 Load an audio CD. • The CD screen is displayed. (The CD screen is displayed only when a compact disc recor ded i[...]

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    35 Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Audio Data (MP3 File) Playback CD-R CD-RW DVD-R DVD-RW USB This Player can play back audio data (MP3 files) recor ded on CD-R/RW discs, DVD-R/R W discs and USB devices or via a home network. • For details on the audio data that you can play using this player , refer to page 11. 1 Load a disc or a USB d[...]

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    36 Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Displaying Still Images (JPEG files) CD-R CD-RW DVD-R DVD-RW USB This Player can display still images (JPEG files) recor ded on CD-R/RW discs, DVD-R/R W discs and USB devices or via a home network. • For details on the still images that you can display using this player , refer to page 11. • Still images a[...]

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    37 Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Accessing DLNA servers The player can browse and play movies, music and photos stored on your DLNA Certified media servers connected within your home network. About a home network This Player can display and play movies, photos and music content from your DLNA-compatible digital media servers (such as a PC [...]

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    38 Playback Functions NOTE • Some operations in the following playback functions cannot be performed depending on the specifications of the disc. Fast Forward/Reverse (Sear ch) BD VIDEO BD-R BD-RE DVD VIDEO DVD-R DVD-RW AUDIO CD The Fast Forward/Reverse function is enabled when d or e is pressed during playback. Example : When e is pressed •[...]

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    39 Playback Playback Functions Repeat Playback of a Title or Chapter (Repeat Playback) BD VIDEO BD-R BD-RE DVD VIDEO DVD-R DVD-RW AUDIO CD 1 Play back the title or chapter you want to repeat. 2 Press FUNCTION . • The Function Control scr een is displayed on the TV . 3 Press a/b to select the Repeat column, then press ENTER . 4 Press a/b to sel[...]

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    40 Playback Functions Displaying the Audio Information Y ou can display the audio information on the disc currently being played back by pr essing AUDIO . The displayed contents vary depending on the disc. BD VIDEO DVD VIDEO The audio channel currently being played back will be displayed. If multiple audio channels are r ecorded, you can switch the[...]

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    41 Playback Settings During Playback Function Control BD VIDEO BD-R BD-RE DVD VIDEO DVD-R DVD-RW AUDIO CD This allows you to adjust various settings at once, like subtitles, angle settings and the title selection for Direct Playback. Y ou can adjust the video and audio to suit your prefer ences. The operations are the same for BD and DVD. Function [...]

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    42 Functions which can be set Title/T rack Number (Direct Title/T rack Skip) • Shows the title number being played back (or track number when playing back an audio CD). Y ou can skip to the start of the title (or track). • T o skip to the start of a selected title (or track), press the Number buttons to enter the title (or track) number w[...]

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    43 Playback This player allows you to view smartphone displays on your TV . By connecting your smartphone to this player with an MHL * cable, you can enjoy a variety of smartphone content with high definition audio and video on your TV , including VOD content, W eb browsing, Widget, games and news. * MHL (Mobile High-definition Link) MHL is a mobil[...]

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    44 Settings SETTINGS Common operations The “menu” enables various audio/visual settings and adjustments on the functions using the remote control unit. Y ou need to call up the On Screen Display to perform settings for this player . The following is the explanation for the basic operations of the “menu”. Example : Setting “AQUOS LINK” H[...]

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    45 Settings SETTINGS Basic Operation for Playback Setting Example : Setting “Parental Contr ol” under “Playback Setting” 1 Press c/d to select “Settings”, then press b or ENTER . 2 Press c/d to select “Playback Setting”, then press b or ENTER . 3 Press a/b to select “Parental Contr ol”, then press d or ENTER . • When you op[...]

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    46 SETTINGS Audio Video Settings HDMI Video Out This sets the resolution of the video output for the HDMI terminal of this player . Normally set to “Auto” (factory preset value). Item Auto, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p NOTE • When the BD player is connected to a 1080p 24Hz compatible TV and the “HDMI Video Out” is set to “Auto”, 1080p [...]

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    47 Settings SETTINGS Dynamic Range Control This lets you adjust the range between the loudest and softest sounds (dynamic range) for playback at average volume. Use this when it is hard to hear dialog. Item Normal: The same audio output range is played as the original recor ded audio output range. Shift*: When Dolby Digital audio is played back, th[...]

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    48 SETTINGS Playback Setting Parental Contr ol This lets you set the Parental Contr ol depending on the disc content. The available Parental Contr ol Levels are shown below . The 4-digit password number needs to be enter ed before the Par ental Control Levels and the Country Code are set. The Par ental Control Levels and the Country Code cannot be [...]

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    49 Settings SETTINGS 3D Mode This sets output of 3D images. T o view 3D images, playback of 3D content (3D BD video) is necessary with a 3D compatible TV and 3D glasses in addition to this player . Item Auto: Video signals ar e output as 3D when 3D content (3D BD video) is played or as 2D when 2D content is played. 2D: Even if 3D content (3D BD vid[...]

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    50 SETTINGS Communication Setup This allows you to perform and/or change the communication settings and select the type of Internet connection from Cable or Wireless. This setting is requir ed to use BD-LIVE functions, video on-demand services (e-Contents), home networks and software updates that connect to the Internet. NOTE • Make sure that [...]

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    51 Settings SETTINGS 7 Enter your DNS address. Enter your DNS address. Primary Secondary Next • The primary and secondary DNS addresses ar e entered using the scr een for inputting characters. (See page 53.) Regarding each of the setup values, confirm the specifications of your broadband r outer . 8 Select “Next”, then press ENTER . 9 For [...]

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    52 SETTINGS 7 Press ENTER , then enter the access point name. • The access point name is manually entered using the screen for inputting characters. (See page 53.) Enter the access point name. Access Point: Next 8 Select “Next”, then press ENTER . 9 Press a/b to select your appropriate security key , then press ENTER . • When selectin[...]

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    53 Settings SETTINGS The operation procedur e for inputting characters manually NOTE • Numeric characters such as IP address can be enter ed on the input screen either by selecting each of the characters in the “Numeric” mode or using the Number buttons on the remote contr ol. IP Address Netmask Gateway 123 1 Press ENTER at the boxes in wh[...]

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    54 SETTINGS Before using the USB device (USB HDD, USB memory device) CAUTION: • Do not remove the USB device or unplug the AC cord while the operations for “USB (HDD/Memory) Management” or “Software Update Settings (Manual Update from USB memory device)” ar e being performed. • Do not use a USB extension cable and/or hub when conn[...]

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    55 Settings SETTINGS Software Update Settings In this player , the software version can be updated using either one of the following methods. • Auto Update from Network • Manual Update from Network • Manual Update from USB memory device Auto Update from Network This function allows you to perform the update by accessing an Internet c[...]

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    56 SETTINGS Manual Update from Network This function allows you to perform the update operation by accessing an Internet connection manually to check if there is a new firmwar e version. NOTE • Make sure that the LAN cable or the wir eless LAN adapter is connected to this player and make sure that the wireless r outer/access point is connected[...]

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    57 Settings SETTINGS NOTE • Only USB memory devices formatted with F A T 32/16 are compatible. When formatting a USB memory device using a PC, perform the following settings. Format File System: F A T32 Allocation Unit Size: Default Allocation Size • Do not extract the firmware update file to any folders other than the root dir ectory on [...]

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    58 SETTINGS • If the USB memory device is not properly installed or the correct update file cannot be found on the USB memory device, an error message is displayed. Check the file on the USB memory device, and then reinsert the USB memory device corr ectly . So ft war e u pda te f ile is not de tec ted in the USB me mor y de vic e. Confirm tha[...]

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    59 Streaming content Streaming content Playing back video on demand str eaming content In this player , you can enjoy a variety of video on demand streaming content by connecting to the Internet. Video Next Music Picture e-Contents Settings VOD content VOD content Netflix • Instantly W atching Movies VUDU • Enjoying Movies and Internet Ap[...]

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    60 Playing back streaming content Enjoying Movies and Internet Application with VUDU Y ou can enjoy moves and Internet applications with VUDU. VUDU Movies is the leading HD on-demand video service. VUDU Movies is built into your BD Player and utilizes your existing Internet connection to deliver the highest quality on-demand video available today .[...]

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    61 Streaming content Playing back streaming content Playing back Y ouT ube content This player can play back Y ouT ube video content streaming thr ough the Internet. • For more information about Y ouT ube, see the Y ouT ube website using a PC (http://www .youtube.com). NOTE • Some video content may not be played back with this player . ?[...]

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    62 • This player can be controlled fr om a PC using the IP . • Use an ETHERNET cable (commercially available) or wireless LAN USB adapter for the connections. NOTE • This operation system should be used by a person who is accustomed to using computers. Communication conditions for IP Connect to the player with the following settings [...]

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    63 Appendix PC control of the Player Command list CONTROL ITEM COMMAND P ARAMETER POWER ON* P O W R 1 _ _ _ POWER OFF P O W R 0 _ _ _ PLA Y D P L Y _ _ _ _ STOP D S T P _ _ _ _ FWD D F W D _ _ _ _ REV D R E V _ _ _ _ TOP MENU D T M N _ _ _ _ UP a D U P K _ _ _ _ DOWN b D D W N _ _ _ _ LEFT c D L F T _ _ _ _ RIGHT d D R G T _ _ _ _ ENTER D E N T _ _[...]

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    64 The following problems do not always suggest a defect or malfunction of this Player . Refer to the problems and lists of possible solutions below befor e calling for service. Power Problem Possible causes and solutions The Player power cannot be turned on. • Is the power cord firmly plugged into the AC outlet? (Page 21 ) • When the pow[...]

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    65 Appendix T roubleshooting Playback (Continued) Problem Possible causes and solutions Video stops. • Has the Player been subjected to shock or impact? Are you using it in an unstable location? The Player will stop if it senses shock or vibration. The Player makes a snapping sound when starting playback or loading a disc. • The player ma[...]

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    66 T roubleshooting Sound Problem Possible causes and solutions No sound, or sound is distorted. • If the volume of the TV or amplifier is set to minimum, turn the volume up. • There is no sound during still mode, slow motion playback, fast forwar d and fast reverse. (Page 38 ) • Check that the HDMI cable and/or optical digital cable[...]

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    67 Appendix T roubleshooting Other Problem Possible causes and solutions The TV operates incorrectly . • Some TVs with wireless r emote control capability may operate incorr ectly when using the remote contr ol of this Player . Use such TVs away from this Player . The Player heats up during use. • When using this Player , the console cabi[...]

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    68 On-scr een Err or Messages The following messages appear on the TV screen in case of an err or during operation. Error message Possible Error Suggested Solution Cannot play . • The disc cannot be played back with this Player . • Check the disc, and load it correctly . Incompatible disc. • If you load a disc which cannot be played [...]

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    69 Appendix Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. General Power supply AC 120 V , 60 Hz Power consumption (Normal) BD-AMS10U 15 W BD-AMS20U 16 W Power consumption (Standby) BD-AMS10U Approx. 0.1 W (When “Quick Start” is set to “No”) BD-AMS20U Approx. 0.2 W (When “Quick Start” is set to “No”) Dimensions [...]

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    70 Specifications Wireless LAN USB Adapter (for BD-AMS20U only) Product name Wireless LAN adapter (supplied) Standard IEEE 802.11b/g/n Host interface USB 2.0 Frequency band Draft 802.11n Radio: 2.4GHz 802.11g Radio: 2.4GHz 802.11b Radio: 2.4GHz 2.400 – 2.483GHz (channel 1–11) Modulation DBPSK @ 1 Mbps DQPSK@ 2 Mbps CCK@ 5.5/11 Mbps BPSK@ 6/9 Mb[...]

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    71 Appendix Glossary Ad-hoc mode (page 20) Ad-hoc mode is a wireless LAN communication format. This performs direct communication between equipment without an access point. (Ad- hoc mode is not supported.) A VCHD (page 9) A VCHD (Advanced Video Codec High Definition) refers to a r ecording format (specification) for digital video cameras which can [...]

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    72 Glossary DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential is a lossless audio compression technology developed for the next generation high definition optical disc format. DVD upscaling (page 26) Upscaling (upconverting) refers to a function of various players and devices that enlar ge the image size to fit the size of the screen [...]

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    73 Appendix Glossary Netflix (page 59) Netflix is an online DVD and Blu-ray Disc rental service, offering r ental-by mail and streaming instantly to Netflix unlimited members. Parental contr ol (page 48) In some digital broadcasts and BD/DVD video discs, a control level for disc viewing is set depending on the age of the viewer . With this Player ,[...]

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    74 Network Service Disclaimer This Sharp device facilitates the access to content and services provided by thir d parties. The content and services accessible via this device belong to and may be proprietary to thir d parties. Therefor e, any use of such third party content and services must be in accor dance with any authorization or terms of use [...]

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    75 Appendix About Softwar e License Information on the Software License for This Pr oduct Software composition The software included in this pr oduct is comprised of various software components whose individual copyrights ar e held by SHARP or by third parties. Software developed by SHARP and open sour ce software The copyrights for the software co[...]

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    76 LIMITED W ARRANTY CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORA TION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand pr oduct (the “Product”), when shipped in its original container , will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agr ees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or r eplace the d[...]

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    77 Revision 12/17/10 LIMITED WARRANTY Consumer Electronics Products Congratulations on your purchase! Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd. (“Sharp”) warrants to the first purchaser for this Sharp brand product (“Product”), when shipped in its original container and sold or distributed in Canada by Sharp or by an authorized Sharp dealer, that th[...]

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