Sharp BD-MPC41U manual

Printed in Malaysia Imprimé en Malaisie Impreso en Malasia TINS-E595WJQZ 10P02-MA-NM BD-MPC41U OPERA TION MANUAL MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN MODE D'EMPLOI SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORA TION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163 SHARP CORPORA TION HOME THEA TER WITH BLU-RA Y DISC/DVD PLA YER SISTEMA DE TEA TRO EN CASA CON REPRODUCTOR DE BLU-RA Y Y D[...]

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1 OPERA TION MANUAL • This system is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. • The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the side of the product. • This product contains a low power laser device. T o ensure continued safety do not r emove any cover or attempt to gain access to the inside of the product. Refer all servicing to qualified per[...]

2 Contents Intr oduction Contents .......................................................................... 2-3 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER ............................................... 4 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................... 4-5 Precautions ........................................................................ 6 Main Features .....[...]

3 Contents Introduction (pp. 1-17) Explains the important operation information. Connection and Setup (pp. 18-33) Shows the connecting options provided by this system. Preparations and Basic Operations (pp. 34-44) Explains the settings requir ed for operation and the basic operations. Enjoying Video and Audio Playback (pp. 45-66) Explains functions[...]

4 DEAR SHARP CUSTOMER Thank you for your purchase of the SHARP Home Theater with Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player . T o ensure safety and many years of trouble-fr ee operation of your product, please r ead the Important Safety Instructions carefully befor e using this product. IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electricity is used to perform many useful functi[...]

5 Introduction IMPOR T ANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Precautions when cleaning this pr oduct T ur n off the main power and unplug the AC cor d from the wall outlet befor e handling. T o clean the outer cabinet, periodically wipe it with a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.). For severe dirt, soak a soft cloth (cotton, flannel, etc.) in some neutral deterg[...]

6 Pr ecautions ■ General Keep the unit away from dir ect sunlight, strong magnetic fields, excessive dust, humidity and electr onic/electrical equipment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.) which generate electrical noise. If the unit does not work properly , unplug and plug it in again. Then tur n on the unit. In case of an electrical storm, unplu[...]

7 Introduction Main Featur es [1] Features a new design with a sound bar front speaker to complement flat scr een TVs. Sound bar speaker houses the left, center , and right channel speakers in a single box. [2] Uses well-established Audyssey room equalization technologies to expand the listening area and r eproduce dynamic and powerful sound. “Dy[...]

8 W atching high quality movies on Blu-ray discs This system offers full high-definition Blu-ray disc playback. Video/Pictur e/Music Playback (p. 45) Enjoying differ ent kinds of media sources Use this system to enjoy video, picture or music content from various types of media sour ces such as DVDs, USB memory devices and via Internet. About Media [...]

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: Largest 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 with ext[...]

10 About Media T ypes The following CD-RW/R discs cannot be played. Discs on which data has not been recor ded cannot be played back. Discs recor ded in a format other than an Audio CD and JPEG/MP3 file format cannot be played back. Discs may not be played back depending on their recor ding status or the status of the disc itself. Discs may not be [...]

11 Introduction DTS DTS is a digital sound system developed by DTS, Inc. for use in cinemas. Linear PCM Linear PCM is a signal recor ding format used for Audio CDs and on some DVD and Blu-ray discs. The sound on Audio CDs is recor ded at 44.1 kHz with 16 bits. (Sound is recor ded between 48 kHz with 16 bits and 96 kHz with 24 bits on DVD video disc[...]

12 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 stor e them in a safe place. Proper Disc Storage Place the disc in the center of the disc case and store the case[...]

13 Introduction Step 1: Unpacking Make sure the following system components and accessories ar e provided with the pr oduct. ■ System components Main Unit Speakers: Sound Bar speakers (L/R/Center), Surround speakers (L/R), Subwoofer ■ Accessories Remote control (x 1), “AAA” size battery (x 2) AC power cord (x 1) Video cable (x 1) Speaker co[...]

14 Step 2: Connecting to speakers and selecting equipment Make necessary connections each speakers. Refer to “Positioning the Speaker System” (Pages 18-21) and “Speaker Connections” (Pages 22-23). Connection varies with the equipment used. Refer to Connection. (Pages 24-33) T urn off the devices before connecting. For using online services [...]

15 Introduction Main Unit (Front) 1 3 6 7 8 14 15 9 12 4 2 5 11 13 10 16 Major Components Door flap PHONE jack (p. 42) POWER (p. 36) USB2 terminal (p. 77) When you insert or remove a USB memory device, be sur e to turn the main power off. Also, be sure to set “Quick Start” to “No” (See page 69) before inserting or r emoving the device. If y[...]

16 Major Components Surround Speakers 1 2 Mounting Holes Speaker T erminals 1 2 Subwoofer 2 1 3 Bass Reflex Duct Speaker T erminals W oofer 1 2 3 Front Panel Display V arious information about the operating condition of the unit is shown here, including the input source, volume level setting, sound mode, mute, playback time etc. 6 5 4 1 2 3 Light u[...]

17 Introduction Major Components POWER (p. 36) OPEN/CLOSE (p. 41) FM (p. 62) TOP MENU (pp. 46, 48) Cursor buttons ( a / b / c / d ), ENTER (pp. 37, 67) TUNING a / b , PRESET DOWN c /PRESET UP d (p. 62) EXIT (pp. 36, 67) DYNAMIC VOL (p. 66) SUB WOOFER (p. 66) MUL TI (p. 64) SUBTITLE (p. 57) DISPLA Y (p. 42) ON SCREEN (p. 35) S REV (p. 55) Ｋ SKIP/ [...]

18 Positioning the Speaker System Placing the Speaker System T o ensure optimal sound, it is recommended that you set up the speaker system as shown below . Sound Bar speaker (left/center/right) Subwoofer Surround speaker (right) Surround speaker (left) Default setting: 10 feet Default setting: 8 feet Installation image NOTE The default distance is[...]

19 Connection and Setup Positioning the Speaker System How to apply foot cushions Affix the foot cushions (supplied) to the bottom of the speakers to pr event them from sliding or falling due to vibration. [Sound Bar Speaker] [Surround Speaker] T o mount the speakers on the wall The Sound Bar speaker (left/center/right) and surround speakers can be[...]

20 T o mount the Sound Bar Speaker on the wall Positioning the Speaker System ε W all mount angle fixed on the wall (Horizontal position) Fix the pattern paper to the wall in horizontal position as below . 29 mm 29 mm 44 mm 44 mm 509 mm P attern pape r W all surf ace Make a hole on the wall following the screw point marks on the pattern paper by u[...]

21 Connection and Setup Positioning the Speaker System T o mount the Surround Speakers on the wall ε Screw fixed on the wall Decide and make marks where to fix the scr ews on the wall in horizontal or vertical position as bellow . 4-1/8 " (105 mm) 4-1/8 " (105 mm) (Horizontal position) (Vertical position) Make holes by using a drill acco[...]

22 Speaker Connections The speaker terminals on the main unit, the tube of the speaker lead, and speaker labels are distinguished by colors. Connect the speaker and the unit by matching the colors. Subwoofer Surround speaker (right) Purple Black Red Speaker terminals Sound Bar Speaker (right/center/left) Red (right) Black Red Green (center) Black R[...]

23 Connection and Setup Speaker Connections Connecting speaker wires Make sure to leave the AC power lead disconnected when connecting the speakers. T o prevent accidental short circuit between m and n terminals, connect the speaker wires to the speakers first then to the main unit. Connect the wires to the speakers. Red Black Speaker terminals Red[...]

24 TV Connections Connecting to the HDMI T erminal and the DIGIT AL AUDIO IN T erminal Y ou can enjoy high quality digital picture thr ough the HDMI terminal. When you use AQUOS LINK, make sure to use a certified HDMI cable. Y ou can enjoy the TV sound through the DIGIT AL AUDIO IN terminal. STEPS 1: Be sure to turn off this system and the equipmen[...]

25 Connection and Setup Selecting the priority video output when connecting HDMI and Component video When you connect both an HDMI cable and a component cable to this system, you need to select the priority video output in “Settings” – “Audio Video Settings” – “Video Out Select”. (See page 68.) NOTE When you connect the system to a [...]

26 TV Connections Connecting to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT Jacks and ANALOG AUDIO IN Jacks Y ou can enjoy accurate color repr oduction and high quality images through the component jacks. Y ou can enjoy the TV sound through the ANALOG AUDIO IN jacks. STEPS 1: Be sure to turn off this system and the equipment befor e making any connections. 2: Firmly i[...]

27 Connection and Setup TV Connections Connecting to the VIDEO OUT Jack and ANALOG AUDIO IN Jacks Y ou can enjoy the images through the video jack. Y ou can enjoy the TV sound through the ANALOG AUDIO IN jacks. STEPS 1: Be sure to turn off this system and the equipment befor e making any connections. 2: Firmly insert the cables all the way into the[...]

28 Audio Connections Connecting to the DIGIT AL AUDIO IN T erminal Y ou can enjoy the audio equipment sound through the DIGIT AL AUDIO IN terminal. STEPS 1: Be sure to turn off this system and the equipment befor e making any connections. 2: Firmly insert the cables all the way into the terminal connector ( 1 and 2 ). Main Unit Optical digital cabl[...]

29 Connection and Setup Connecting the ANALOG AUDIO IN Jacks Y ou can enjoy the audio equipment sound through the ANALOG AUDIO IN jacks. STEPS 1: Be sure to turn off this system and the equipment befor e making any connections. 2: Firmly insert the cable all the way into the terminal connector ( 1 and 2 ). Main Unit Audio equipment Red White (Red) [...]

30 Audio Connections Connecting to the iPod T erminal Y ou can enjoy the iPod sound through the iPod terminal. STEPS 1: Be sure to turn off this system and the equipment befor e making any connections. 2: Firmly connect an iPod cable to the iPod terminal. Main Unit T o iPod Refer to “Connecting the iPod” on page 60. T o iPod terminal iPod cable[...]

31 Connection and Setup Audio Connections Connecting to the 2CH AUDIO output Jacks Y ou can connect audio equipment to 2CH AUDIO output jacks. STEPS 1: Be sure to turn off this system and the equipment befor e making any connections. 2: Firmly insert the cable all the way into the terminal connector ( 1 and 2 ). Main Unit Red White (Red) (White) Au[...]

32 Br oadband Inter net Connection Connecting to the ETHERNET terminal By connecting this system to the Internet, you can enjoy a variety of content on your TV using BD-LIVE functions, the RSS reader function and Netflix. This system can update the software fr om Sharp’ s server using the Internet. When using the Internet, a broadband Internet co[...]

33 Connection and Setup Antenna Connection Connecting to the FM ANT Jack Y ou can connect an FM antenna to the system to receive FM br oadcast. STEPS 1: Be sure to turn off this system and the equipment befor e making any connections. 2: Firmly insert the cable all the way into the terminal connector . Connecting a supplied FM antenna wire Connect [...]

34 Loading the Batteries in the Remote Control Press down on the tab in the dir ection of the arrow to r emove the battery cover . Load the two “AAA” size batteries (R-03 size, UM/SUM-4) supplied with the remote contr ol. Make sure that the battery poles m and n ar e positioned as indicated. Slide the battery cover in the direction of the arrow[...]

35 Preparations and Basic Operations Setting the Remote Control Code 3 types of remote contr ol codes operate this system: RC-1, RC-2 and RC-3. If you operate this system by remote contr ol along with SHARP Blu-ray Disc Player or DVD Player placed next to it simultaneously , switching the remote contr ol code (both the main unit and remote control)[...]

36 Before Starting Playback T urning the Power On POWER BD/DVD/CD mode indicator AQUOS PURE MODE indicator ST ANDBY indicator T urning the power on Press POWER on the r emote control or on the main unit to turn on the power of the system. NOTE When you turn on this system for the first time after purchase or when you turn on this system after you p[...]

37 Preparations and Basic Operations Before Starting Playback Buttons under the cover Language Setting Changing the on-screen display language Press BD/AUX r epeatedly to select DISC function. The same operation can be performed by pressing SELECTOR repeatedly on the main unit. Press HOME to display the menu scr een. The same operation can be perfo[...]

38 Before Starting Playback Control Panel This function allows you to operate this system using the TV remote contr ol by displaying the control panel on the TV screen. T o operate this function, connect this system to a TV compatible with HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) using an HDMI cable (see page 24). Make sure that “Contr ol Panel”[...]

39 Preparations and Basic Operations Before Starting Playback Speaker Settings T o ensure optimal sound, configure the speaker settings according to the speaker position. Buttons under the cover Setting configuration Press BD/AUX r epeatedly to select DISC function. The same operation can be performed by pressing SELECTOR repeatedly on the main uni[...]

40 T esting the speaker settings Adjust the volume to 30 before testing the audio level. (Page 41) Press a / b / c / d to select “T est Start”, then press ENTER . A test tone is outputted from each speaker in the following order . L ➝ C ➝ R ➝ RS ➝ LS ➝ SW 0dB SW 10ft/0dB L LS 8ft/0dB RS 8ft/0dB 10ft/0dB C 10ft/0dB R T est Start Finish[...]

41 Preparations and Basic Operations POWER VOLUME control OPEN/CLOSE SELECTOR Loading a Disc Press POWER to turn on the power . Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray . 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. Press OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc t[...]

42 Changing the Display Use DISPLA Y on the remote control to change the display on the front display panel. Pressing DISPLA Y changes the display as follows. Function VOLUME Sound mode *1 *1 The elapsed time is displayed during disc playback. NOTE If no buttons are operated for 3 seconds during the volume display or sound mode display , the Functi[...]

43 Preparations and Basic Operations AQUOS LINK Contr ol Controlling This System Using AQUOS LINK What is AQUOS LINK? Using the HDMI CEC (Consumer Electronics Contr ol), with AQUOS LINK you can interactively operate this system with your SHARP AQUOS TV . What you can do with AQUOS LINK When you connect this system to the AQUOS TV compatible with AQ[...]

44 AQUOS LINK Control W atching TV with AQUOS LINK Use the remote contr ol of the AQUOS TV and point it towards the AQUOS TV for operation. The operations and displays may differ fr om those on this page depending on the model of the AQUOS LINK- compatible TV used with this system. Refer also to the operation manual of your AQUOS TV for the operati[...]

45 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback V ideo/Pictur e/Music Playback BD/DVD Video Playback BD-R BD VIDEO BD-RE DVD-RW DVD VIDEO DVD-R This section explains playback of commercially available BD Video and DVD Video discs (like movies), and recor ded DVD-RW/R discs. This system supports DVD upscaling during DVD playback. For a description of other pla[...]

46 Video/Pictur e/Music Playback BD/DVD Menus This section explains how to play back a BD/DVD video disc with a top menu, disc menu or pop-up menu. The titles listed in the top menu and a disc guide (for options like subtitles and audio languages) are given in the disc menu. Start playback by selecting a title from the top menu BD VIDEO DVD VIDEO P[...]

47 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Enjoying BONUSVIEW or BD-LIVE BD VIDEO This system is compatible with additional functions of BD-Video, BONUSVIEW (BD-ROM Profile 1 V ersion 1.1) and BD-LIVE. For BD-Video discs compatible with BONUSVIEW , the functions of Picture in Pictur e and Virtual Package are available. For B[...]

48 BD-LIVE In this system, a variety of contents with interactive functions are available thr ough BD-LIVE compatible Blu- ray discs by connecting to the internet. Y ou can enjoy the download of bonus features such as latest movie trailers to the USB memory device, communication compatible BD-J interactive games, etc. The available functions differ[...]

49 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback About Title List The Title List can be displayed in two types, Thumbnail and Title Name. Each time you press A (Red), the scr een changes between Thumbnail and Title Name. Program 1 5 Program 5 6 Program 6 [From Old] 1 Program 1 2 Program 2 3 Program 3 4 Program 4 5/21 6/15 7/3 9/18[...]

50 Audio CD Playback AUDIO CD This system can play back audio CDs. For a description of other playback functions, refer to “Playback Functions” on pages 55-57. Playback from the beginning Press BD/AUX r epeatedly to select DISC function. The same operation can be performed by pressing SELECTOR repeatedly on the main unit. Load an audio CD. The [...]

51 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Audio Data (MP3 File) Playback CD-R CD-RW DVD-R DVD-RW USB This system can play back audio data (MP3 files) recor ded on CD-R/RW discs, DVD-R/RW discs and USB memory devices. For details on the audio data that you can play using this system, refer to page 10. Buttons under the cover Playing back Audio data (MP3 [...]

52 Displaying Still Images (JPEG files) CD-R CD-RW DVD-R DVD-RW USB This system can display still images (JPEG files) recor ded on CD-R/RW discs, DVD-R/RW discs and USB memory devices. For details on the still images that you can display using this system, refer to page 10. Still images are played one by one while during “Slide show”, they are [...]

53 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Video/Pictur e/Music Playback (Continued on the next page) Instantly W atching Movies from Netflix Please check that the most current softwar e is loaded on this system by selecting auto update on the system menu screen (See pages 75-78) or by visiting http://www .sharpusa.com/products/support/ to check for a do[...]

54 Video/Pictur e/Music Playback Y ou will see the following window . The activation code is displayed. The screen of this system shown on the TV Using your PC, visit http://www .netflix.com/ activate, and then enter the activation code displayed in step 7. The screen of the PC After a period of time, the system will be activated, and the empty ins[...]

55 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Playback Functions Buttons under the cover 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 G REV or J [...]

56 Repeat Playback of a Title or Chapter (Repeat Playback) BD VIDEO BD-R BD-RE DVD VIDEO DVD-R DVD-RW AUDIO CD Play back the title or chapter you want to repeat. Press REPEA T . Press a / b to select the type of Repeat Playback. Playback Title: Repeats the title currently being played back. Playback Chapter: Repeats the chapter currently being play[...]

57 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback NOTE Some operations in the following playback function cannot be performed depending on the specifications of the disc. • 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. DVD [...]

58 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 Control s[...]

59 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Settings During Playback Functions which can be set 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 whe[...]

60 Supported iPod This system is compatible with the following iPod models. ε iPod nano (software 1.2 above) ε iPod mini (software 1.2 above) ε iPod (5th generation) (software 1.3 above) ε iPod (4th generation) (software 3.0.2 above) ε iPod nano (2nd generation) (software 1.0.0 above) ε iPod nano (3rd generation) (softwar e 1.0.3 above) ε iP[...]

61 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Listening to the iPod iPod Playback Main unit operation: Press SELECTOR on the main unit r epeatedly to select iPod function. The iPod turns on and enters pause mode. Press I (PLA Y) on the main unit to start playback. Press F ( P AUSE) on the main unit to enter pause mode. Remote control operation: Buttons unde[...]

62 Listening to the FM Br oadcast Buttons under the cover T uning Press SELECTOR on the main unit or FM on the remote contr ol as many times as requir ed to select the desired band. Each time FM is pressed, the setting changes between “FM STEREO” and “FM MONO”. Press TUNING a / b to tune in to the desir ed station. Manual tuning Press TUNIN[...]

63 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Buttons under the cover Audio Setting Display Pressing BD FUNCTION during playback displays the playback setting screen. The current playback audio format and number of channels are displayed. BD-VIDEO 00 : 20 : 30 1 1/3 5. 1 c h 55 /2 2 English 1 On Title Repeat 1 5. 1 c h Number of channels 2 Audio format 1 Re[...]

64 Enjoying Multi-Channel Mode When playing back Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi- channel audio signals, the system automatically selects the optimal decoder for the signal format and plays back the multi-channel audio signal. This system is equipped with Dolby Pro Logic . The Dolby Pro Logic function converts 2-channel sound to 5.1-channel surro[...]

65 Enjoying Video and Audio Playback Enjoying a Surround Sound Ef fect (Sound Mode) Buttons under the cover The sound is interrupted momentarily when switching the sound mode. • Audio Settings and Operations Enjoying preset sound mode Select any of the 10 sound modes preset to the optimal sound quality levels. Select a desired sound mode by pr es[...]

66 Dynamic V olume Y ou can adjust the Dynamic V olume level. Press DYNAMIC VOL once. The current Dynamic V olume level is displayed. Press a / b within 3 seconds to adjust the desired mode as the below indicated. OFF MEDIUM HEA VY LIGHT The switched Dynamic V olume level is displayed on the TV screen for appr oximately 3 seconds. Off Off Medium He[...]

67 Settings SETTINGS Buttons under the cover Common operations The “menu” enables various audio/visual settings and adjustments on the functions using the remote contr ol. Y ou need to call up the On Screen Display to perform settings for this system. The following is the explanation for the basic operations of the “menu”. Example: Setting [...]

68 SETTINGS Audio Video Settings TV Aspect Ratio Y ou can set the screen aspect ratio of the connected TV , and adjust the video output. If you switch your TV (i.e. because you have bought a new one) and the screen aspect ratio of the connected TV changes, you will have to change the “TV Aspect Ratio” setting. Wide 16:9: Select this when connec[...]

69 Settings SETTINGS Smart Settings Quick Start This turns the Quick Start function on and off. When the Quick Start function is on: The startup time of the system is reduced. However , power consumption will increase. When the Quick Start function is off: The system will enter the low power consumption mode when in standby condition. Y es, No Item[...]

70 Disc Language (Disc Priority Language) This lets you select the language for subtitles, audio and menus displayed on the screen. Refer to the Language List. (Page 79) Refer to the Language List. (Page 79) Refer to the Language List and Language Code List. (Page 79) SETTINGS V ersion When you select “V ersion”, the system software version and[...]

71 Settings SETTINGS Communication Setup This allows you to perform and/or change the communication setting. This setting is requir ed to use BD-LIVE functions, the RSS reader function, Netflix and software updates that connect to the Internet. NOTE Make sure that the LAN cable is connected to this system. (See page 32.) For manually performing the[...]

72 For the advanced setting (the setting of the Ethernet connection speeds), press a / b to select “Y es” or “No”, then press ENTER . Normally select “No”, then press ENTER . The Ethernet connection speeds can be set when you select “Y es”, then press ENTER . As automatic detection is made (factory preset mode), this setting is not [...]

73 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 • Press ENTER at the boxes in which c[...]

74 SETTINGS Press BD/AUX r epeatedly to select DISC function. The same operation can be performed by pressing SELECTOR repeatedly on the main unit. Press HOME to display the menu scr een. Press a / b to select “Settings”, then pr ess d or ENTER . Press a / b to select “USB Memory Management”, then press d or ENTER . “No USB Memory” appe[...]

75 Settings SETTINGS Software Update Settings In this system, 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 connection automaticall[...]

76 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 is connected to this system. (See page 32.) Make sure to perform the communication settings. (See pages 71-73.) It may take time [...]

77 Settings SETTINGS Manual Update from USB memory device This function allows software updates by inserting a USB memory device with the update file into the USB1 or USB2 terminal on this system. When a software update is performed, the softwar e update data must be written onto the USB memory device in advance using a PC. The USB memory device mu[...]

78 SETTINGS During the data checking, “Checking” blinks. Now checking the data in USB memory device. Checking The current version of this unit softwar e and the version of the update file on the USB memory device are displayed. T o update this system software with update file, select “Y es”, and press ENTER . Software update file is detecte[...]

79 Settings SETTINGS Country Code List USA / CANADA / JAP AN / GERMANY / FRANCE / UK / IT AL Y / SP AIN / SWISS / SWEDEN / HOLLAND / NORWA Y / DENMARK / FINLAND / BELGIUM / HONG KONG / SINGAPORE / THAILAND / MALA YSIA / INDONESIA / T AIWAN / PHILIPPINE / AUSTRALIA / RUSSIA / CHINA Language List English / Français / Deutsch / Italiano / Español / [...]

80 T roubleshooting The following problems do not always suggest a defect or malfunction of this system. Refer to the problems and lists of possible solutions below befor e calling for service. Power Problem Possible causes and solutions The system power cannot be turned on. Is the power cord firmly plugged into the AC outlet? (Page 34 ) When the p[...]

81 Appendix T roubleshooting Problem Possible causes and solutions No picture. Make sure that the cables ar e connected correctly . (Pages 24-27 ) Make sure that the connected TV or the A V receiver is set to the correct input. (Pages 24-27 ) T ake out the disc and clean it. (Page 12 ) Make sure that r egion code on the disc matches that of this sy[...]

82 T roubleshooting Network Problem Possible causes and solutions Cannot connect to the Internet. Is the LAN cable connected properly? Is the wrong cable such as a modular cable used? Connect a LAN cable to the ETHERNET terminal. (Page 32 ) Is the power for the connected equipment, such as broadband r outer or modem turned on? Is the broadband r ou[...]

83 Appendix The following messages appear on the TV screen in case of an err or during operation. Error message Possible Err or Suggested Solution Cannot play . The disc cannot be played back with this system. • Check the disc, and load it correctly . • Incompatible disc. If you load a disc which cannot be played with this system (i.e. a scratc[...]

84 Specifications As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP r eserves the right to make design and specification changes for product impr ovement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated ar e nominal values of production units. Ther e may be some deviations from these values in individual units. Main Unit P[...]

85 Appendix Glossary AQUOS LINK (pages 43-44) AQUOS LINK is a function that lets the system control and be controlled by the operations of a connected AQUOS TV that supports AQUOS LINK. When you turn on or off the system, the AQUOS TV is automatically turned on or off. When you adjust the volume, mute the sound, or change the audio setting on the s[...]

86 DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is a new technology developed for the next generation high definition optical disc format. DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD Master Audio is a lossless audio compression technology developed for the next generation high definition optical disc format. DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential DTS-HD Maste[...]

87 Appendix Netflix (pages 53, 54) Netflix is an online DVD and Blu-ray Disc rental service, offering r ental-by mail and streaming instantly to Netflix unlimited members. Pan Scan (PS 4:3) (page 68) A screen size that cuts of f the sides of the image to allow viewing of wide-screen (16:9) material on a connected 4:3 TV . Parental contr ol (page 70[...]

88 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 accordance with any authorization or terms of use p[...]

89 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[...]

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

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Printed in Malaysia Imprimé en Malaisie Impreso en Malasia TINS-E595WJQZ 10P02-MA-NM BD-MPC41U OPERA TION MANUAL MANUAL DE OPERACIÓN MODE D'EMPLOI SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORA TION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07495-1163 SHARP CORPORA TION HOME THEA TER WITH BLU-RA Y DISC/DVD PLA YER SISTEMA DE TEA TRO EN CASA CON REPRODUCTOR DE BLU-RA Y Y D[...]