Improvements over firmware version 011:

• Improves disc playability

Benefits provided by previous upgrades and included in version 014

• Improves BD-ROM playability
• Improves compatibility to enhance interactivity with some BD-ROMs
• Adds support for using an external USB hard drive for BD-Live functions
  Note: Sony recommends using the Western Digital My Passport™ Essential™ 320GB portable hard drive (model WDME3200) for BD-Live functions.
  • Use of this hard drive with the Blu-ray Disc player is intended only for BD-Live functions.
  • Sony cannot guarantee that other external USB hard drives will support the BD-Live functions.

BD-Live Notes

• BD-Live allows you to enjoy additional content and services while playing a BD-Live capable disc.
• For optimal performance, we recommend that you use a Broadband Internet connection to access BD-Live content and services.
• BD-Live content and services require an external USB storage device for local storage.