Sony Blu-ray Player Setup Guide: BDP-S6700, BX370, S3700 & More (Video)

Just got a Sony Blu-ray player? This guide gets it hooked up, set up and playing discs in a few minutes. It covers most Sony BDP models from 2013 to 2016, including the BDP-S6700, BDP-BX370 and BDP-S3700. Watch the video, or follow the written steps below.

Video Chapters

  • 0:00 Intro
  • 0:15 What you need
  • 0:32 The jacks on the back
  • 0:49 Connect HDMI to your TV
  • 1:05 Plug in the power
  • 1:17 Power on and pick the TV input
  • 1:29 Easy Initial Settings
  • 1:48 Wi-Fi or internet cable
  • 2:06 Play a disc
  • 2:22 Quick fixes

Models Covered

These Sony Blu-ray players have the same jacks, remote layout and first-time setup:

  • 2015–2016: BDP-S6700, BDP-BX670, BDP-S3700, BDP-BX370, BDP-S1700
  • 2014: BDP-S6500, BDP-BX650, BDP-S5500, BDP-BX550, BDP-S4500, BDP-S3500, BDP-BX350, BDP-S1500, BDP-BX150, BDP-S7200
  • 2013: BDP-S6200, BDP-BX620, BDP-S5100, BDP-BX510, BDP-S4100, BDP-S3100, BDP-BX310, BDP-S1100, BDP-BX110

2013 models and the BDP-S7200 have the power cord attached instead of a separate AC adapter. The BDP-S1700, BDP-S1500, BDP-BX150, BDP-S1100 and BDP-BX110 have no Wi-Fi and use an internet cable for streaming.

Step 1: What You Need

  • Your Sony Blu-ray player and its AC adapter (or attached power cord)
  • The remote with two batteries
  • An HDMI cable
  • A TV with an HDMI port. These players only have HDMI, with no red, white and yellow jacks.
  • Optional: Wi-Fi or an internet cable for streaming apps

Step 2: Find the Jacks on the Back

From left to right: DC IN (power), LAN (internet cable), HDMI OUT (to your TV) and DIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) (for a sound bar or receiver). HDMI OUT is the only one you need to watch.

Step 3: Connect HDMI to Your TV

  1. Plug one end of the HDMI cable into HDMI OUT on the player.
  2. Plug the other end into any HDMI port on your TV. Note its number, such as HDMI 1.
  3. Using an internet cable? Plug it into LAN now.

Step 4: Plug In the Power

Plug the small round end of the AC adapter into DC IN, then plug the adapter into the wall. On older models with an attached cord, just plug it in.

Step 5: Power On and Pick the TV Input

  1. Put the batteries in the remote.
  2. Press the power button on the remote or the player. The light comes on.
  3. Turn on your TV, press INPUT (or SOURCE) on the TV remote, and pick the HDMI port you used.

Step 6: Easy Initial Settings

The first time you turn it on, the player starts Easy Initial Settings. Use the arrow buttons and ENTER to choose, and RETURN to go back. Follow the steps on the screen.

BDP-S6700 or BDP-BX670 with a TV that isn't 4K? Set 4K Output to Off in the settings.

Step 7: Wi-Fi or Internet Cable (Optional)

Next, the player looks for your network. For Wi-Fi, pick your network and type the password with the arrows. No Wi-Fi on your model? Use an internet cable in the LAN jack. You can skip this step if you only play discs.

Step 8: Play a Disc

  1. Press OPEN/CLOSE (the ⏏ button on the front or remote).
  2. Set the disc in the tray, label side up.
  3. Press OPEN/CLOSE again. Most discs start by themselves. If not, press PLAY.
  4. Press HOME any time to get back to the menu.

US players play Region A Blu-ray discs and Region 1 DVDs.

Troubleshooting

  • No picture: check the TV input, and push the HDMI cable in firmly at both ends.
  • Remote not working: try new batteries and point it at the front of the player.
  • Black screen or "no signal" on an older HD TV (BDP-S6700/BX670): set 4K Output to Off.
  • Tray won't open (BDP-S6700, BX370 and similar): the child lock may be on. With the player on, press STOP, HOME, then TOP MENU on the remote.

Need the full manual? Download it free: Sony BDP-S6700 owner's manual. More walkthroughs are on our Setup Videos page. Still stuck? Contact us or leave a comment on the video.

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