A BLU-RAY DISC PLAYER BD-S2900 OWNER’S MANUAL
CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT. CAUTION: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THIS UNIT. 1 To assure the finest performance, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future reference. 2 Install this unit in a well ventilated, cool, dry, clean place — away from direct sunlight, heat sources, vibration, dust, moisture, or cold. In a cabinet, allow about 2.5 cm (1 inch) of free space all around this unit for adequate ventilation.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS GETTING STARTED SETTINGS ACCESSORY INFORMATION ......................................... 1 DISC AND CARD INFORMATION ................................... 2 USING REMOTE CONTROL............................................ 3 CONNECTION .................................................................. 4 CONTROL REFERENCE GUIDE..................................... 7 EASY SETTING................................................................
GETTING STARTED DISC AND CARD INFORMATION Packaged discs This chart shows the different type of retail/commercial discs you can use, and also includes the industry-standard logos that should appear on the discs and/or packaging.
GETTING STARTED SD cards This chart shows the different type of cards recorded with High Definition Camcorder or personal computers, etc. that you can use. Type of media SD Memory Card* (from 8 MB to 2 GB) Formats Indicated as • JPEG format • AVCHD format SDHC Memory Card (from 4 GB to 16 GB) * Including miniSD Card and microSD Card • When using from 4 GB to 16 GB SD cards, only SD cards that display the SDHC logo can be used.
GETTING STARTED CONNECTION From the list below, please choose the connection method that fits your TV viewing environment best. • • • • If you connect to a television using an included Audio/Video cable ] If you connect to an HDMI (] 29) compatible television ] If you connect to an HDMI compatible television and an HDMI compatible amplifier/receiver to enjoy surround sound ] For other connection methods, please see pages 5 and 6. (] 5) • Do not connect through the video cassette recorder.
GETTING STARTED Connecting to an HDMI compatible television and HDMI compatible amplifier/receiver When connected to a compatible amplifier/receiver, you can enjoy surround sound recorded with Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or DTS-HD. Multi channel speakers Power cable (included) Connect only after all other connections are complete.
GETTING STARTED Connecting an amplifier/receiver (excluding HDMI connection) With 5.1ch AUDIO OUT When connected to a compatible amplifier/receiver using the 5.1ch AUDIO OUT terminals, you can enjoy surround sound. Multi channel speakers Notes NECESSARY SETTINGS • “Speaker” : “Multi-Channel” (] 21) • 7.1 channel disc is mixed down to 5.1 channel audio. Connect Audio cables to terminals corresponding to the speakers you have connected.
GETTING STARTED Using remote control functions Back of the unit Monaural 3.5 mm mini plug cable Amplifier/receiver with REMOTE OUT jack Tips • For details about the SCENE function, refer to the owner’s manual supplied with your Yamaha AV amplifier/receiver. • The REMOTE CONTROL (IN, OUT) jacks are also used in custom installation. • You can connect a Yamaha component (such as DVD player and CD player) corresponds with the SCENE function to the REMOTE CONTROL (OUT) jack of this unit.
GETTING STARTED 1 STANDBY/ON button (] 8) Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice versa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small amount of power. 2 Disc tray (] 9) 3 Display Disc indicator SD card indicator The indicator blinks when reading data from a disc or card. 4 SD Card LED • It is possible to set the LED to turn on/off.
PLAYBACK PLAYBACK BASIC PLAY (PLAYING VIDEO CONTENTS) Instructions for operations are generally described using the remote control in this owner’s manual. Preparation Turn on the television and select the appropriate video input on the television. 1 2 Press [ Notes STANDBY/ON] to turn on the unit. Press [ OPEN/CLOSE] to open the disc tray and load the disc. e.g., • Press the button again to close the tray. • Load double-sided discs so the label for the side you want to play is facing up.
PLAYBACK Other operations during play These functions may not work depending on the disc. Stop Screen Aspect The stopped position is memorized. When black bars are shown at the top, bottom, left, and right sides of the screen, you can enlarge the image to fill the screen. 1 Press [OPTION]. 2 Press [ , ] to select “Screen Aspect” and press [OK]. 3 Press [ , ] to select “Side cut” or “Zoom”.
PLAYBACK DIFFERENT KINDS OF PLAYBACK FOR BD-VIDEO Some discs permit a variety of interactive functions in addition to the ordinary playback operation. Showing Pop-up menu The Pop-up menu is a special feature available with some BD-Video discs. This menu may vary with discs. For the operating method, refer to the instructions for the disc. 1 2 Press [POP-UP MENU]. Press [ , [OK]. , , e.g., Tips Pop-up menu also appears by pressing [OPTION] and selecting “Pop-up Menu”.
PLAYBACK CHAPTER PLAYBACK 1 2 Insert a disc (] 9). While “Title View” screen is displayed Press [ , ] to select the title and press [OPTION]. To display the title properties (recording date, etc.) Properties To select the chapter Chapter View Playing still pictures (] below) To picture 3 4 Press [ , ] to select “Chapter View” and press [OK]. Press [ , ] to select the chapter and press [OK].
PLAYBACK Useful functions during still picture play Start Slideshow To select the still pictures in another folder You can display still pictures one by one at a constant interval. ■ BD-RE, DVD-RAM ■ BD-RE, DVD-RAM To switch to another higher folder 1 While the “Album View” screen is displayed Press [ , , , ] to select the album and press [OPTION]. 2 Press [ , ] to select “Start Slideshow” and press [OK]. • You can also start slideshow by pressing [ album.
PLAYBACK PLAYING MUSIC You can play generally available music CD or MP3 files recorded onto a CD-R/RW. 1 Insert a disc. (] 9) • If a disc containing data in different file formats is inserted, the file selection menu may be displayed. Press [ , ] to select “MP3” and press [OK]. Tips • Discs containing data in different file formats. • To switch from the JPEG menu to MP3 menu, perform steps below. CD JPEG 1 Press [FUNCTIONS]. MP3 Select an action or press RETURN.
PLAYBACK ABOUT MP3/JPEG FILES File format MP3 JPEG Playable media CD-R/RW*1 CD-R/RW*1, DVD-RAM*2, BD-RE*3, SD card Extension Files must have the extension “.mp3” or “.MP3”. Files must have the extension “.jpg” or “.JPG”. – between 34 × 34 and 5120 × 3840 pixels (sub sampling is 4:2:2 or 4:2:0) Compression rates 32 kbps to 320 kbps – Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz/48 kHz – Reference ID3 tags: version 1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4 ID3 is a tag embedded in MP3 track to provide information about the track.
PLAYBACK LINKED OPERATIONS WITH THE TV What is linked operations with the TV? This unit has a convenient function that offers linked operations that control equipment through HDMI. You can use this function by connecting TV and/or amplifier/receiver with an HDMI cable. See the operating instructions for connected equipment for operational details. • With linked operations with the TV, you can do the following: 1. Automatic input switching 2. Power on link 3. Power off link See below for the details.
SETTINGS SETTINGS CHANGING SETTINGS WITH THE ON-SCREEN MENU On-screen menu operations 1 2 3 4 Note Press [ON SCREEN]. Press [ , ] to select the menu and press [ ]. Press [ , ] to select the item and press [ ]. Press [ , e.g., BD-Video Disc Play Picture Sound Signal Type Subtitle Subtitle Style Off - Main 1ENG Angle - ] to select the setting. Menus Items Depending on the condition of the unit (playing, stopped, etc.) and disc contents, there may be some items that you cannot select or change.
SETTINGS Menus Play Items Repeat Play Settings and details (Only when the elapsed time is being displayed on the unit’s display.) Selects the item which you want to repeat. The items displayed differ depending on the type of disc. • All tracks All tracks • Chapter Chapter • Playlists Playlist • Title Title • One track Track • Off Select “Off” to cancel. Random While playing, press [ , ] to select “On”. Random playback starts from the next track.
SETTINGS CHANGING THE UNIT’S SETTINGS Change the unit’s settings if necessary. The settings remain intact even if you switch the unit to standby. Setup menu operations 1 2 3 While stopped Press [SETUP]. General Press [ , ] to select the menu and press [OK]. Press [ , ] to select the item and press [OK]. If there are any other items, repeat these steps. 4 Press [ , , , Note Setup There may be differences in operation methods.
SETTINGS ■ “Sound” Dynamic Range Compression (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD only) Change the dynamic range (] 29) for late night viewing. Digital Audio Output • Press [OK] to show the following settings. • On Priority setting • Select priority items for “Digital Audio Output”. Dolby D/Dolby D+/Dolby TrueHD Notes • Not making the proper settings may result in noise.
SETTINGS The unit outputs Dolby Digital or DTS Digital Sound for Dolby Digital Plus/Dolby True HD, DTS-HD, or outputs as “the original format” in the following cases: – – The connected device does not support Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio or DTS-HD Master Audio. Since multiple devices are connected using HDMI cables, operations on the device are restricted. Regarding 7.1ch LPCM The settings described below are recommended to output as the original format.
SETTINGS Changing the speaker setting to suit your speakers When connecting to an amplifier/receiver to enjoy multi-channel surround sound, use the following settings on this unit if they cannot be set on the amplifier/receiver. The settings are not effective when outputting bitstream signals. 5.1ch speaker connection Approximate room dimensions Centre Front (L) L ms 0.0 dB 0.0 C dB 0.0 R C C Front (R) C L dB 0.0 dB 0.0 LB (LS) Surround (RS) SW LS LS ms 0.0 dB 0.
REFERENCE REFERENCE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ■ Setup Page What do I need to play multi channel surround sound? • Connect the appropriate amplifier/receiver to the HDMI terminal, the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT terminal (OPTICAL, COAXIAL), or the 5.1ch AUDIO OUT terminal on this unit. How do I set this unit to play 7.1ch surround sound? • After connecting this unit to an amplifier/receiver compatible with Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD and 7.
REFERENCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Before requesting service, make the following checks. The following do not indicate a problem with this unit: • Regular disc rotating sounds. • Image disturbance during search. ■ To reset this unit Page To restore the unit if it freezes due to one of the safety devices being activated • Press and hold [STANDBY/ON] on the main unit for 3 seconds. (The settings remain unchanged.
REFERENCE ■ TV screen and video The images from this unit do not appear on the television. Page • Make sure that the television is connected to the VIDEO OUT terminal, S VIDEO OUT terminal, COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals or HDMI AV OUT terminal on this unit. • Make sure that the television’s input setting (e.g., AV1) is correct. • An incorrect resolution is selected in “Component Resolution”, when the television is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT terminals.
REFERENCE ■ HDMI connections (continued) Page When playing DVD-Video using progressive output, one part of the picture momentarily appears to be doubled up. • When you use the HDMI AV OUT terminal for video output, follow the steps below for setting. 1 Connect this unit to the TV with any cable except the HDMI cable. 2 When you connect with the Component Video cable, set “HDMI Video Mode” to “Off” and “Component Resolution” to “576i/480i” in the Setup menu. 21 No sound. Low volume. Distorted sound.
REFERENCE MESSAGES The following messages or service numbers appear on the television or unit’s display when something unusual is detected during startup and use. ■ On the television Page Cannot play. • You inserted an incompatible disc. 2, 3 Cannot play on this unit. • You tried to play a non-compatible image. • Confirm “SD” on the unit’s display is not blinking and re-insert the card. 15 – No disc • The disc may be upside down. – • The operation is prohibited by the unit or disc.
REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS Signal system: PAL/NTSC Operating temperature range: +5 to +35 °C Operating humidity range: 10 to 80 % RH (no condensation) Playable disc: BD-ROM: BDMV format (BD-Video format) BD-R (Version 2, Single Layer, Dual Layer): BDMV format (BD-Video format) BD-RE (Version 3, Single Layer, Dual Layer) : BDMV format (BD-Video format), JPEG*6 DVD-ROM: DVD-Video format DVD-R (Single Layer, Dual Layer)/-RW: DVD-Video format*1, DVD-VR format, AVCHD format*1, 7 DVD+R (Single Layer, Double Layer)
REFERENCE GLOSSARY ■ AVCHD AVCHD is a new format (standard) for high definition video cameras that can be used to record and play high-resolution HD images. ■ BD-J Some BD-Video discs contain Java applications, and these applications are called BD-J. You can enjoy various interactive features in addition to playing normal video. ■ Bitstream This is the digital form of multi-channel audio data (e.g., 5.1 channel) before it is decoded into its various channels.
REFERENCE INDEX ■ A Angle ............................................................... 17 Audio Attribute ................................................ 17 Changing audio ..................................... 10 Channel .................................................. 17 AVCHD .......................................................... 29 ■ B BD-J ................................................................ 29 BD-Video Ratings .......................................... 19 ■ C Chapter ....
