Cambridge Audio 540D User Manual

azur 540D

DVD player / DVD-Spieler / Lecteur de DVD / Manual de usuario / Lettore DVD / DVD-speler /
Dvd-afspiller / DVD-проигрыватель

User’s manual / Benutzerhandbuch / Mode d'emploi / Manual del usuario / Manuale per l'utente /
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Introduction ........................................................................3

Safety precautions..............................................................4

Installation...........................................................................5

Using the remote handset..................................................5

Rear panel connections......................................................6

Front Panel Controls ...........................................................9

Operating instructions (DVD menu display)....................10

Operating instructions ......................................................12

Troubleshooting.................................................................14

Specifications....................................................................14

Limited warranty.................. .............................................15

CONTENTS

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Congratulations oon ppurchasing tthis CCambridge AAudio AAzur rrange DDVD
player. IIt iis tthe rresult oof oour mmost eextensive eever rresearch aand
development pprogram iin oover tthree ddecades oof pproducing qquality HHi FFi
products. WWe hhope tthat yyou wwill aappreciate tthe rresults aand eenjoy mmany
years oof rrewarding oownership.

A bbrief iintroduction tto DDVD aand DDVD Audio

DVD is well known for its extraordinarily large capacity and outstanding
audio-video effects. Its capacity is as high as 4.7-17 GB (approximately
7-26 times the capacity of CD). With 500-line horizontal resolution of
pictures and Dolby Digital 5.1 Channel surround sound, it brings a new
era to audio visual entertainment .

Using MLP Lossless from Dolby Laboratories, DVD-Audio discs can store
up to six channels of 24-bit/96 kHz audio, including a separate low­frequency bass channel. Compare that to two channels of 16-bit/44.1
kHz sound from CDs! For audiophiles, a DVD-Audio disc can alternatively
hold two channels of 24-bit/192 kHz audio, e xceeding the quality of any
music audio format previously developed.

About tthis uunit

The Azur DVD player encompasses the most sophisticated picture
reproduction, including the ability to reproduce a progressive scan
image in both PAL and NTSC. Progressive scan offers a considerable
leap in picture quality from the already impressive standards set by
conventional DVD-Video. The usual way of creating a picture process
draws screen lines twice per frame: once for the even-numbered lines
and once for the odd-numbered lines, interlacing 25/30 times per

second. Progressive Scan DVD players scan from top to bottom in one
fluid pass, painting 50/60 whole frames per second. This makes it
harder to discern a picture's individual scan lines, which dramatically
increases resolution while minimising distortion and flickering. This
allows for a stunningly realistic picture on a suitably equipped monitor.

Sonically, the 540D adds DVD-Audio playback for the best possible
musical performance in both multi-channel surround and high quality
stereo. Cambridge Audio has also worked hard to ensure that CD replay
is excellent and up to the standards of the rest of the 540D.

To maximise the performance from this equipment we would encourage
you to use only high quality viewing sources, amplification and capable
loudspeakers. We particularly recommend amplification from the
Cambridge Audio Azur range, which has been designed to the same
exacting standards as our DVD players.

Cabling is also an area that should not be overlooked. Please do not
compromise your system's performance by using poor quality cables to
connect your DVD to your television and amplifier or the amplifiers'
output to your loudspeakers. A system is only as good as its weakest
link. Your dealer can supply quality Cambridge Audio interconnects that
will ensure your whole system realises its full potential.

Now we invite you to sit back, relax and enjoy!

Matthew Bramble
Technical Director

INTRODUCTION

Checking tthe ppower ssupply rrating

For your own safety please read the following instructions carefully before
attempting to connect this unit to the mains.

Check that the rear of your unit indicates the correct supply voltage. If your mains
supply voltage is different, consult your dealer.

This unit is designed to operate only on the supply voltage and type that is
indicated on the rear panel of the unit. Connecting to other power sources may
damage the unit.

This equipment must be switched off when not in use and must not be used unless
correctly earthed. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the unit's
cover (or back). There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel. If the power cord is fitted with a moulded mains plug
the unit must not be used if the plastic fuse carrier is not in place. Should you lose
the fuse carrier the correct part must be reordered from your Cambridge Audio
dealer.

The lightning flash with the arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
'dangerous voltage' within the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence of important operating and

maintenance instructions in the service literature relevant to this
appliance.

This product complies with European Low Voltage (73/23/EEC)
and Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC) Directives
when used and installed according to this instruction manual. For
continued compliance only Cambridge Audio accessories should
be used with this product and servicing must be referred to
qualified service personnel.

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Plug ffitting iinstructions ((UK only)

The cord supplied with this appliance is factory fitted with a 13A mains plug fitted
with a 3A fuse inside. If it is necessary to change the fuse, it is important that a 3A
one is used. If the plug needs to be changed because it is not suitable for your
socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted
following the wiring instructions below. The plug must then be disposed of safely,
as insertion into a 13A socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard. Should it be
necessary to fit a 3-pin BS mains plug to the power cord the wires should be fitted
as shown in this diagram. The colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug. Connect them as follows:-

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter 'N' or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter 'L' or coloured RED

The wire which is coloured GREEN/YELLOW
must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter 'E' or coloured
GREEN.

If your model does not have an earth wire,
then disregard this instruction.

If a 13 Amp (BS 1363) plug is used, a 3 Amp fuse must be fitted, or if any other
type of plug is used a 3 Amp or 5 Amp fuse must be fitted, either in the plug or
adaptor, or on the distribution board.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Please take a moment to read these notes before installing your Azur
DVD player , the y will enable you t o get the best performance and prolong
the life of the product.

This unit must be installed on a sturdy, level surface.
The unit requires ventilation. Do not situate it on a rug or other soft

surface and do not obstruct any air inlets or outlet grilles.
Do not place in a sealed area such as a bookcase or in a cabinet. Any

space open at the back (such as a dedicated equipment rack) is fine
however.

This unit must not be exposed to dripping or splashing water or other
liquids. No objects filled with liquid, such as vases, shall be placed on
the unit. In the event, switch off immediately, disconnect fr om the mains
supply and contact your dealer for advice.

Ensure that small objects do not fall through any ventilation grille. If this
happens, switch off immediately, disconnect from the mains supply and
contact your dealer for advice.

Do not route the power cable so that it can be walked upon or damaged
by other items near it.

Like all audiophile electronic components, this unit will subtly improve
with some initial running in.

If you do not intend to use this unit for a long period, switch it t o standby
and unplug it from the mains socket.

To clean the unit, wipe its case with a moist, lint-free cloth. Do not use
any cleaning fluids containing alcohol, ammonia or abrasives. Do not
spray an aerosol at or near your DVD player.

This product is not user serviceable. If you have checked the
troubleshooting guide at the back of the manual with no improvement,
do not attempt to repair, disassemble or reconstruct the unit. A serious
electric shock could result if this precautionary measure is ignored. In
the event of a problem or failure, please contact your dealer.

INSTALLATION

USING THE REMOTE HANDSET

When you have unpacked your Azur remote handset,
insert the supplied AAA batteries to activate it. The
remote can control all of the standard playback options
but is also important in setting up your DVD player as
many of the menus are most easily accessed from the
remote.

To navigate menus, the four cursor buttons marked
with arrows will move you around the menus and the
SELECT button in the middle of them will access the
item highlighted at the time. This applies to both the
setup menus on the 540D and the menus on DVD discs
themselves.

Note: TThe sskip aand ssearch bbuttons aare sseparate oon tthe
remote. PPressing tthe sskip bbuttons oon tthe rrem

ote
means tthe DDVD pplayer wwill sskip bbetween CChapters.
Pressing tthe ssearch bbuttons aallows ssearching wwithin
the CChapters. TThe ssame iis aapplicable tto ttracks oon CCDs.

Audio

Sub Angle

OSD

Zoom

EQM

PAL

Repeat

A-B

NTSC

I-Scan

P-Scan

Logo

Title

Menu

Info

Select

Pause

Setup

Return

Play

Stop

SlowVol+

MuteVol-

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Video CConnections

The 540D is equipped with Composite (CVBS), S-Video (SVHS), SCART
(RGB and CVBS) and Component Video (YCbCr) connections. Progressive
Scan is only available from the Component video output. With the
exception of the SCART output, these outputs are picture only.

It is only necessary to use one of the picture connections at any one
time.

Audio CConnections

Digital ooutputs

- The 540D is equipped with an optical and a coaxial
digital output. These allow for a digital soundtrack on a DVD disc to be
sent to a suitably equipped AV receiver for decoding and amplification.
Both outputs perform the same function- simply choose the type that
best suits your needs.

REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS

Analogue ooutputs

-The 540D is equipped with a conventional stereo
RCA (phono) out that outputs stereo audio for connection to a
conventional stereo amplifier. It also has a six channel decoded output
in Dolby Digital 5.1 format that enables connection to a suitable 6
channel amplifier. A DVD Audio disc will only output through the 5.1
analogue outs. See An Introduction to DVD Audio on page 3.

Note:

A DTS encoded disc will only output the DTS soundtrack through

the digital outputs for external decoding.

AC ppower ssocket

Once you have completed all connections to the amplifier, plug the AC
Power Cable into an appropriate mains socket. Your DVD player is now
ready for use.

Surround

Front

L

Risk of electric shock

Caution

Class 1 Laser Product

Luokan 1 Laserplaite

Klass 1 Laserapparat

Avis

Achtung

Do not open
Risque de choc electrique

Ne pas ouvrir
Vorm offnen des gerates

Netzstecker ziehen

Centre

Coaxial

Optical

Video Out

Composite
Video

Component

S-Video

Cb/Pb Y

Cr/Pr

Designed and Engineered in London, England

Scart Out (Composite / RGB)

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Connections to a TV /Display

To TTV
component
video iinput

using
component

cable

(3RCA-33RCA)

To TTV

composite

video iinput

using

phono

cable

(RCA-RR

CA)

To TTV

S-VVideo iinput

using

S-VVideo ccable

(MINIDIN-

MINIDIN)

OR

To TTV AAudio

input uusing

phono

cable

(2RCA-22RCA)

To TTV

Scart iinput

using

Scart ccable

(SCART-SSCART)

If your TV has S-Video inputs, an S-Video interconnect can be used to
connect this player. When the S-Video output is used the component
video outputs cannot be used.

If the TV has a component video input, the component video output of
this player can be used. When the component video outputs are in use
the S-Video output cannot also be used.

If the Audio Out of this player is connected to your TV, the ‘Mixed Audio
Out’ sockets should be connected to your TV’s Audio In terminals.

The RGB outputs from the Scart connector and the component outputs
cannot be used simultaeously.

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Surround

Front

Risk of electric shock

Caution

Class 1 Laser Product

Luokan 1 Laserplaite

Klass 1 Laserapparat

Avis

Achtung

Do not open
Risque de choc electrique

Ne pas ouvrir
Vorm offnen des gerates

Netzstecker ziehen

L

S-Video

Composite
Video

Cr/Pr

Video Out

Component

Cb/Pb Y

Centre

Coaxial

Optical

Designed and Engineered in London, England

Scart Out (Composite / RGB)

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If yyou hhave uused aa SSCART cconnecti

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