Harman Kardon BDS 270, BDS 570 User Manual

BDS 270/BDS 570

Blu-ray Disc™ receiver

Owner’s Manual

BDS 270/BDS 570

Table of Contents

IMportant Safety Instructions	3
INTRODUCTION	4
Verify Line Voltage Before Using	4
Unpacking	4
Installation Location	4
Cleaning	4
MOVING THE RECEIVER	4
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES	5
Receiver Front-Panel Controls	5
Receiver Rear-Panel Connections	6
Remote Control Functions	8
Connections	10
Preparing the Remote Control	14
Setting Up the Receiver	15
Using the Receiver	19
Using the Disc Player	21
Listening to Your iPod/iPhone DEVICE	23
Using the Radio	23
Listening to Audio Sources	24
Playing Files from USB Devices and CD Data Discs	24
Using Playlists	26
Troubleshooting	27
Aux Component Remote-Control Code List	28
Specifications	33

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Important Safety Instructions

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with a dry cloth.

7.Do not block any ventilation openings.Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8.Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the

apparatus, or the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been dropped.

15.Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.

16.To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug from the AC receptacle.

17.The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.

18.Do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

For Products That Transmit and Receive RF Energy:

FCC Regulations (USA Only)

FCC Information For Users

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Radio and Television Interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and then on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•• Connect the equipment to a different outlet so that the equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.

•• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Harman could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

IC Statement and Warning (Canada Only)

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For Canadian Model

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Modèle pour les Canadien

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For Products with Radio Receivers That Can Use an External Antenna:

CATV or Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be certain that it is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements of the grounding electrode.

Note to CATV System Installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV (cable TV) system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible.

For CD/DVD/Blu-ray Disc™ Players:

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH AN 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 (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Caution:

This product uses a laser system. To prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do not open the cabinet enclosure or defeat any of the safety mechanisms provided for your protection. DO NOT STARE INTO THE LASER BEAM. To ensure proper use of this product, please read the owner’s manual carefully and retain it for future use. Should the unit require maintenance or repair, please contact your local Harman Kardon service center. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

For Products That Include Batteries:

Instructions for Users on Removal and Disposal of Used Batteries.

CAUTION

Risk of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

Alkaline batteries are considered nonhazardous. Rechargeable batteries (i.e., nickel cadmium, nickel metalhydride, lithium and lithium-ion) are considered hazardous household materials and may pose an unnecessary health and safety risk.

In the European Union and other locations, it is illegal to dispose of any battery with household trash. All batteries must be disposed of in an environmentally sound manner. Contact your local waste management officials for information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of used batteries.

To remove the batteries from your equipment or remote control, reverse the procedure described for inserting batteries in the owner’s manual.

For products with a built-in battery that lasts for the lifetime of the product, removal may not be possible for the user. In this case, recycling or recovery centers handle the dismantling of the product and the removal of the battery. If, for any reason, it becomes necessary to replace such a battery, this procedure must be performed by authorized service centers.

BDS 270/BDS 570

Introduction

Please register your product on our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

Note: You’ll need the product’s serial number. At the same time, you can choose to be notified about our new products and/or special promotions.

Thank You for Choosing Harman Kardon Products!

In the years since Harman Kardon engineers invented the high-fidelity receiver, we have taken to heart this philosophy: Bringing the joy of home entertainment to as many people as possible, adding performance and ease-of-use features that enhance the experience. The BDS series of home entertainment systems offers a complete home entertainment solution with a wealth of listening and viewing options in one sleek receiver.

To get the maximum enjoyment from your new BDS receiver we urge you to read this manual thoroughly and refer back to it as you become more familiar with your new receiver’s features and their operation.

If you have any questions about this product, its installation or its operation, please contact your retailer or custom installer, or visit our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.

Verify Line Voltage Before Using

Your BDS receiver has been designed for use with 110 – 240-volt, 50Hz/60Hz AC current and includes a detachable IEC power cable intended for use in the region where the receiver is sold.

Connection to a line voltage other than that for which the unit is intended can create a safety and fire hazard and may damage the units. If you have any questions about the voltage requirements for your specific model or about the line voltage in your area, contact your dealer before plugging the unit into a wall outlet.

Unpacking

The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipment were specially designed to cushion it from shock and vibration. We suggest that you save the carton and packing materials for use in shipping if you move or if the unit ever needs repair.

To minimize the size of the carton in storage, you may wish to flatten it. You can do it by carefully slitting the tape seams on the carton’s bottom and collapsing it. You can store cardboard inserts in the same manner. Packing materials that cannot be collapsed should be saved along with the carton in a plastic bag.

If you do not wish to save the packaging materials, please note that the carton and other sections of the shipping-protection materials are recyclable. Please respect the environment and discard those materials at a local recycling center.

Remove the protective plastic film from the front-panel lens. Leaving the film in place will affect the performance of your remote control.

Installation Location

•• To ensure proper operation and to avoid the potential for safety hazards, place the unit on a firm and level surface. When placing the unit on a shelf, be certain that the shelf and any mounting hardware can support the weight of the product.

•• Provide proper space both above and below the unit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain that there is sufficient air movement within the area. Under some circumstances, a fan may be required.

•• Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted surface.

•• Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold locations or in an area that is exposed to direct sunlight or heating equipment.

•• Avoid moist or humid locations.

•• Do not obstruct the fan vents on the rear panel or the ventilation slots on the top and sides of the unit or place objects directly over or next to them.

•• Do not place the receiver directly on top of a product that generates excessive heat.

Introduction, Verify Line Voltage Before Using,

Unpacking, Installation Location,

Cleaning, and Moving the Receiver

•• Due to the heat generated by the receiver there is the remote possibility that the rubber padding on the bottom of the unit’s feet may leave marks on certain wood or wood-veneer materials. Use caution when placing the unit on soft woods or other materials that heat or heavy objects may damage. Some surface finishes may be particularly sensitive to absorbing such marks, due to a variety of factors beyond Harman Kardon control, including the nature of the finish, cleaning materials used, normal heat and vibration caused by the use of the product, or other factors. Your warranty will not cover this type of damage to furniture, so exercise caution in choosing an installation location for the component and in performing normal maintenance practices.

•• Your new Harman Kardon Blu-ray Disc™ receiver requires a broadband Internet connection for BD-Live™ interactivity.

Cleaning

When the receiver gets dirty, wipe it with a clean, soft, dry cloth. If necessary, and only after unplugging the AC power cord, wipe it with a soft cloth dampened with mild soapy water, then a fresh cloth with clean water. Wipe it dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene, aerosol cleaners, thinner, alcohol or any other volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive cleaners, as they may damage the finish of metal parts. Avoid spraying insecticide near the unit.

Moving the Receiver

Before moving the receiver, disconnect any interconnection cords to other components, and disconnect the unit from its AC outlet.

Your BDS receiver is designed to be compatible with region management information that is encoded on most Blu-ray Disc recordings and DVD recordings. Your receiver will only play discs that contain region coding for the area where your receiver was shipped and intended for sale:

Area Where Sold	Blu-ray Disc	DVD Region Code
	Region Code
USA, Canada

Europe, Middle East

Korea, S.E. Asia

Mexico, Latin America

Australia, New Zeland

Russia, India

China

For example, BDS receivers shipped to and sold in the USA will only play Blu-ray Discs that contain region code A and DVD discs that contain region code 1.

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BDS 270/BDS 570

Supplied Accessories and

Receiver Front-Panel Controls

Supplied Accessories

If any of these items are missing, please contact Harman Kardon Customer Service via www.harmankardon.com.

Remote Control	EJECT	POWER		TV
	DISC	RADIO	iPOD	AUX
	SETTINGS	REPEAT	A - B	DISPLAY
	1	2		3
	4	5		6
	7	8		9
	CLEAR	0		FIND
	HOME	SURROUND		OPTIONS

OK

			AC Power Cord	EzSet/EQ™
EXIT	TOP MENU	POP-UP		Microphone

++

VOLUME

MUTE

CHANNEL

––

PROGRAM

BOOKMARK

AAA Batteries

FM Antenna

Receiver Front-Panel Controls

Disc Slot

Information Display

Eject Button

Standby Button

(on top panel)

(on top panel)

English

Headphone Jack

USB Port

Volume Control

Disc slot: Insert a compatible disc into the slot. The BDS receiver’s disc player will accept 5-inch (12cm) and 3-inch (8cm) discs.

Information display: Various messages appear on this display in response to commands and in order to show the audio/video that is playing, the BDS receiver’s settings or other aspects of the BDS receiver’s status as described throughout this manual.

Eject button (on top of unit): Press this button to eject a disc from the BDS receiver’s built-in disc player. Before pressing this button, make sure no objects are blocking the disc-slot opening. NOTE: If you do not remove the ejected disc within 90 seconds, it will automatically re-load back into the disc player for protection.

Standby button (on top of unit): This button toggles the receiver between the On and Standby modes.

Power indicator: This LED surrounds the Standby button. When the BDS receiver is plugged into AC power, the LED turns amber to indicate that the receiver is in Standby mode (ready to be turned on). When you turn the BDS receiver on (by the Standby button or the remote control’s Power button), the LED turns white.

Headphone jack: Insert the 1/8-inch (3.5mm) stereo mini connector from a set of headphones into this jack. NOTE: When a plug is inserted into the Headphone jack, the BDS receiver’s speaker outputs automatically mute; the HDMI audio output remains active.

Volume control: Rotate the disc clockwise to raise the volume; rotate counterclockwise to lower the volume. The volume level will appear on the Information display.

IMPORTANT: Do not turn the receiver’s Volume control up to or past the point where the audio from the speakers becomes distorted. Doing so can damage the speakers.

USB 2.0 port: Gently insert a flash drive or HDD disk drive with a USB Standard-A cable to this port.

IMPORTANT: Do not connect a PC or other USB host/controller to this port, or you may damage both the BDS receiver and the other device.

Orient the device’s plug so it fits all the way into the BDS receiver’s USB connector. You may insert or remove the device at any time – there is no installation or ejection procedure.

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Receiver Rear-Panel Connections

Receiver Rear-Panel Connections

Coaxial

BD-Live

Digital Input

Connector

Connector

Component

HDMI

Main

Speaker

Fan

Video Input

HDMI Input

Monitor Out

Power Switch

Connectors

Vents

Connector

Connectors

Connector

	AC Power	Optical	Subwoofer	Analog	The Bridge IIIP
	Connector			Audio Input	Connector
		Digital Input	Output
				Connectors
		Connectors	Connector

Subwoofer				FM Antenna
Trigger				Connector
Connector
Remote				Analog
IR Input				Audio Output
Connector				Connector

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Receiver Rear-Panel Connections

NOTE: See the Connections section, on page 10, for detailed information about making connections.

Main Power switch: This mechanical switch turns the BDS receiver’s power supply on or off. After you have made and verified all connections (see the Connections section, on page 10), set this switch to the “On” position. During normal use you will usually leave this switch set to On; it cannot be turned on or off using the remote control. To conserve energy when you’re not going to be using the receiver for an extended period of time, set this switch to “Off.”

AC Power connector: After you have made and verified all other connections, plug the supplied AC power cord into this input and into an unswitched AC outlet.

Speaker connectors: Use the speaker wires supplied with the speakers to connect the satellite and center speakers to the proper terminals.

•The BDS 570 receiver (shown) has connections for five speakers: front left, front right, surround left, surround right and center.

•The BDS 270 receiver (not shown) has connections for two speakers: front left and front right.

See Connections, on page 10, for more information.

Fan vents: These vents are used by the receiver’s fan to cool the unit. Maintain a clearance of at least three inches (75mm) from the nearest surface to avoid overheating the unit. It is normal for the fan to remain off at most normal volume levels. An automatic temperature sensor turns the fan on only when it is needed.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Never block the fan vents. Doing so could allow the BDS receiver to overheat to dangerous levels.

Optical Digital Input connectors: Connect the optical digital output of an audioonly source component here. The signal may be a Dolby® Digital bitstream, a DTS® bitstream or a standard PCM digital-audio bitstream.

NOTE: Use only one type of digital connection for each source component.

Coaxial Digital Input connector: Connect the coaxial digital output of an audioonly source component here. The signal may be a Dolby Digital bitstream, a DTS bitstream or a standard PCM digital-audio bitstream.

NOTE: Use only one type of digital connection for each source component.

Component Video Input connector: If you have a video source device that has a component video connector (and does not have an HDMI connector), use the component video connector. You will also need to make an audio connection from the device to the BDS receiver’s Aux In 1 connectors. See Connections, on page 11, for more information.

Subwoofer Output connector: Use the supplied mono RCA audio cable (with the purple connectors) to connect this jack to the subwoofer’s Line-Level In LFE jack. See Connecting a Powered Subwoofer, on page 10, for more details about making connections.

Subwoofer Trigger connector: This connector provides 12V DC whenever the receiver is on. It can be used to turn on and off other devices such as a powered subwoofer.

Remote IR Input connector: When the IR sensor on the front panel is blocked (such as when the receiver is installed inside a cabinet), connect an optional IR receiver to the Remote IR Input connector.

BD-Live connector: To be able to use the BD-Live feature, connect this port to your local area network (LAN) using a Cat. 5/Cat. 5E network cable. See BD-Live Interactivity, on page 22, for details.

Analog Audio Input connectors: Use these connectors to connect to an audioonly source component (such as a tape deck). Do not connect a turntable to these connectors without a phono preamp.

HDMI Input connectors (HDMI ver. 1.4a with 3-D): You can connect up to three additional source devices that have HDMI connectors to the BDS receiver. The HDMI connection transmits digital audio and video signals between devices, so you do not have to make any additional audio connections for devices you connect via an HDMI connector. The BDS receiver will pass 3-D video signals from 3-D capable HDMI source devices to the TV via the HDMI Monitor Out connector. See Connecting Your HDMI Source Devices, on page 11, for more information.

The Bridge IIIP connector: Connect The Bridge IIIP iPod/iPhone dock (available separately) to this terminal.

Analog Audio Output connector: Connect this output to an analog recorder’s input connector. You can record any signal from the receiver’s Analog Audio Input connectors.

HDMI Monitor Out connector (HDMI ver. 1.4a with 3-D): Connect the BDS receiver’s HDMI output to your TV’s HDMI input. Since the HDMI cable transmits both video and audio to the TV, we recommend that you set the receiver’s HDMI audio output to Off in the receiver’s Audio menu to take full advantage of your BDS receiver’s superior audio performance. The receiver’s HDMI Monitor Out connection contains an Audio Return Channel that carries a digital audio signal from your TV or video display back to the receiver. It allows you to listen to HDMI devices that are connected directly to your TV (such as an Internet connection) without making an additional connection from the device to the BDS receiver.

IMPORTANT: Your BDS receiver is in compliance with HDCP (High-Definition Copy Protection). Your TV must also be HDCP-compliant to be used with the BDS receiver’s HDMI output. For best results, we do not recommend HDMI connections in excess of ten feet (about 3 meters) without a repeater. If your TV has a DVI input, you may use an optional HDMI-to-DVI cable or adapter for the video connection to the TV. (The DVI connection is video-only.)

FM Antenna connector: Connect the supplied FM antenna to this terminal.

English

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Remote Control Functions

Power Button

Eject Button

Radio Input Button

Disc Input Button

EJECT

POWER

TV

DISC	RADIO	BRIDGE	AU	X

HDMI 1 – 3	HDMI1
Input Buttons
	1
	4
	7
Repeat Button	T
	REPEA

HDMI2	HDMI3	COMPONENT

2	3
5	6
8	9
0	DISPLAY

Home Button	SURROUND	OPTIONS
HOME
Surround Button
OK Button	OK

	Top Menu Button
	Clear/Exit Button	CLEAR/EXIT
	Previous/Step
	Button
	Search/Slow
	Reverse Button
	Stop Button
	Mute Button	+
	Volume Up/Down
		VOLUME
	Buttons
		–

TOP MENU	POP-UP

	+
	L
MUTE	CHANNE
	–

Program (Red)	PROGRAM	BOOKMARK	THUMBNAIL	ZOOM

Button

Bookmark

(Green) Button

TV Power Button

Bridge Input Button

Aux Input Button

Component

Input Button

Numeric Buttons

Display Button

Options Button

Cursor Controls

Pop-Up Button

Next/Step Button

Search/Slow

Forward Button

Play Button

Pause Button

Channel Up/

Down Buttons

Zoom (Blue)

Button

Thumbnail

(Yellow) Button

Remote Control Functions

Power button: Pressing this button toggles the BDS receiver between the On and Standby modes.

TV Power button: After you program the remote control, pressing this button turns the TV’s power on and off. See Programming the Remote, on page 14.

Eject button: Press this button to eject a disc from the BDS receiver’s built-in disc player. Before pressing this button, make sure no objects are blocking the disc slot opening.

Radio Input button: Pressing this button selects the BDS receiver’s built-in FM radio as the system’s active audio source. Pressing this button also puts the remote control into the control mode for the radio. See Using the Radio, on page 23, for details. NOTE: Pressing this button when the BDS receiver is in the Standby mode will switch it on.

Bridge Input button: Pressing this button selects an iPod device inserted in a connected The Bridge IIIP dock (available separately) as the system’s active audio source. Pressing this button also puts the remote control into the control mode for the iPod device. See Listening to Your iPod/iPhone Device, on page 23, for details. NOTE: Pressing this button when the BDS receiver is in the Standby mode will switch it on.

Disc Input button: Pressing this button selects the BDS receiver’s built-in disc player as your entertainment system’s active audio and video source and plays a disc that has been inserted into the player. Pressing this button also puts the remote control into the disc player control mode. See Using the Disc Player, on page 21, for details. NOTE: Pressing this button when the BDS receiver is in the Standby mode will switch it on.

Aux Input button: Pressing this button selects the receiver’s active rear-panel audio input as the system’s active audio source. Repeatedly pressing the button cycles through all of the rear-panel audio inputs. See Listening to Audio Sources, on page 24, for details.

Pressing this button also places the remote into the auxiliary-component control mode, enabling the remote to use any pre-programmed and/or learned functions. See Listening to Audio Sources, on page 24, for details. NOTE: Pressing this button when the BDS receiver is in the Standby mode will switch it on.

HDMI 1-3 Input buttons: Pressing these buttons selects the device connected to the corresponding HDMI input as the active audio and video source. NOTE: Pressing any of these buttons when the BDS receiver is in the Standby mode will switch it on.

Component Input button: Pressing this button selects the device connected to the Component Video Input connector and the Aux In 1 connector as the active audio/ video source. NOTE: Pressing this button when the BDS receiver is in the Standby mode will switch it on.

Numeric buttons: Use these buttons to enter numbers for various items.

Repeat button: When the BDS receiver is playing a Blu-ray Disc recording pressing this button cycles through the following repeat modes: Chapter, Title, Off. When the BDS receiver is playing a DVD, pressing this button cycles through the following repeat modes: Chapter, Title, All, Off. When the BDS receiver is playing a CD or listening to media stored on an iPod or USB device, this button cycles through the following repeat modes: Track, All, Off.

Display button: When you are playing Blu-ray Disc and DVD recordings, pressing this button activates a bar display containing information about the currentlyplaying disc or program. When you are playing a video or photo slideshow from an inserted USB device, pressing this button displays the Status bar. The button does not function when the BDS receiver is playing material from an iPod device, an auxiliary source or the radio.

Home button: Pressing this button returns the on-screen display to the Home screen from whatever screen is active when the button is pressed.

Options button: Pressing this button displays any available options for the item that is active at the time the button is pressed. When listening to an Aux source, pressing the Options button lets you adjust the audio delay to eliminate “lip sync” errors between the sound and picture when watching video programs with sound playing through one of the receiver’s rear-panel audio inputs. See Listening to Audio Sources, on page 24, for details.

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Remote Control Functions

Surround button: Pressing this button cycles through all of the surround-sound modes that are available for the active program. Each press of the Surround button will change to the next mode in line. A pop-up display will appear, showing the modes as you cycle through them. NOTE: Not all surround modes will be available for all programs. See Surround-Sound Modes, on page 21, for more information.

OK button: Press this button to select the highlighted item on the on-screen menu.

Cursor controls: Use these buttons to navigate through items on the on-screen menu.

Top Menu button: Displays the top menu of the Blu-ray Disc recording or DVD that is playing. NOTE: This feature is disc-dependent. Not all DVDs have top menus. If the DVD has no top menu, pressing the Top Menu button may display the disc menu, depending on how the disc’s menu system was authored. See Using the Disc Player, on page 21, for details.

Clear/Exit button: Pressing this button exits the current on-screen menu and displays the previous screen; it also clears incorrect entries made when entering numbers with the Numeric buttons.

Pop-Up button: Pressing this button while playing a Blu-ray Disc recording or DVD displays its disc menu. NOTE: This feature is disc-dependent. Not all DVDs have pop-up menus. If a DVD has no pop-up menu, pressing the Pop-Up button may display the disc menu, depending on how the disc’s menu system was authored.

Previous/Step button: Press this button once to skip to the beginning of a track or, when viewing photos, to the previous photo. Press the button twice to skip to the beginning of the previous track. Press the button repeatedly to go back through the previous chapters or tracks. When video content is playing on Blu-ray Disc recordings and DVDs, press the Pause button first; afterwards, each subsequent press of the Previous/Step button reverses the video one frame.

Next/Step button: Press this button once to skip to the beginning of the next track or, when viewing photos, to the next photo. Press the button repeatedly to advance through the next chapters or tracks. When video content is playing, press the Pause button first; afterwards, each subsequent press of the Next/Step button advances the video one frame.

Search/Slow Reverse button: Press this button to reverse through a disc track. For Blu-ray Disc recordings and DVDs, each press cycles through 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x and 32x reverse speed. Pressing the button while a Blu-ray Disc recording or DVD is paused will reverse through the chapter in slow motion. Each press cycles through 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 and 1/16 normal speed.

Search/Slow Forward button: Press this button to fast-forward through the current disc track. For Blu-ray Disc recordings and DVDs, each press cycles through 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x and 32x normal speed. Pressing the button while a Blu-ray Disc recording or DVD is paused will play through the chapter in slow motion. Each press cycles through 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 and 1/16 normal speed.

Stop button: Press this button to stop playback at the current point. (Pressing the Play button will resume playback from this point.) Press the Stop button twice to stop playback fully. NOTE: Some settings and functions will be available only when the player is fully stopped.

Play button: Press this button to play a disc that has been loaded into the player’s disc drawer or a music file that has been highlighted on the on-screen menu. Pressing this button when viewing photos begins a slide show of all photos in the current folder.

Mute button: Press this button to mute the sound from the BDS receiver’s speaker outputs. Press the button again to un-mute the sound. NOTE: The Mute button does not mute the HDMI audio output.

Pause button: Press this button to pause a disc or music file that is playing. Pressing the button while a Blu-ray Disc recording or DVD is playing will freeze-frame on the current video frame. Pressing the button while the disc is paused will resume play. Pressing this button while viewing photos freezes the current photo on the screen.

Volume +/– buttons: Press these buttons to increase or decrease the volume of the BDS receiver’s speaker outputs. NOTE: The Volume +/– buttons do not change the volume of the HDMI audio output.

IMPORTANT: Do not turn the Volume buttons up to or past the point where the audio from the speakers becomes distorted. Doing so can damage the speakers.

Channel +/– buttons: When Radio is the source selected on the remote control, the Channel +/– buttons select the next higher or lower preset station.

Program (Red) button: Press this button to create a programmed playback list for the currently-playing disc. See Programmed Play, on page 22, for more information.

Zoom (Blue) button: Press the Zoom button to zoom in on or recede from a video image or slide. Use the Navigation buttons to zoom in on different sections of the image. NOTE: This function is disc-dependent for Blu-ray Disc recordings and DVDs. Not all discs can be zoomed in on.

Bookmark (Green) button: Press this button to activate the Bookmark function. See Bookmark Function, on page 22, for more information.

Thumbnail (Yellow) button: Press this button while playing a photo slide show to display thumbnail images of all photos in the slide show.

Red, Green, Yellow and Blue buttons: When the BDS receiver is playing a Blu-ray Disc recording, these buttons can activate features and menus that may vary from disc to disc. Refer to the menu instructions for each particular disc for more information. NOTE: These Blu-ray Disc functions may override the Bookmark, Thumbnail, Program and Zoom functions.

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Connections

CAUTION: Before making any connections to the BDS receiver, ensure that the receiver’s AC cord is unplugged from the receiver and the AC outlet. Making speaker connections with the receiver plugged in and turned on could damage the speakers.

Speakers and receivers/amplifiers have corresponding (+) and (–) connection terminals. Most speakers use red to denote the (+) terminal and black for the (–) terminal.

•• The BDS receiver uses white to denote the left channel (+) terminal and red for the right channel (+) terminal. Black is used to denote the (–) terminal of both channels.

•• The BDS receiver uses the following colors to denote the (+) terminals of the various channels:

Front Left (+): White	Surround Left (+): Blue
Front Right (+): Red	Surround Right (+): Gray
Center (+): Green

Black is used to denote the (–) terminals of all channels on the BDS receiver.

Be sure to connect each speaker identically: (+) on the speaker to (+) on the receiver or amplifier, and (–) on the speaker to (–) on the receiver or amplifier. Miswiring one or more speakers results in thin sound, weak bass and a poor stereo image.

CAUTION: Make sure the (+) and (–) bare wires do not touch each other or the other terminal. Touching wires can cause a short circuit that can damage your receiver or amplifier.

Connecting the Speakers

Front Right

Front Left

Speaker

Speaker

Center

Speaker*

Surround Right

Speaker*

Surround Left

Speaker*

* Used only with BDS 570 receiver

Connecting the Receiver Terminals

A. Unscrew Cap

B. Insert Bare Wire

C. Tighten Cap

Connecting a Powered Subwoofer

Use a mono RCA audio cable to connect the BDS receiver’s Subwoofer Output connector to your powered subwoofer; consult your subwoofer's user manual for information about making connections to your subwoofer.

Powered

Subwoofer

Mono RCA Audio Cable (not supplied)

IMPORTANT: Do not plug the subwoofer’s AC power cord into an AC outlet at this time.

Connecting the FM Antenna

Connect the supplied antenna to the FM Antenna connector, as shown in the illustration below. Fully extend the antenna wire and move it to different positions until you get the best reception of your favorite stations.

FM Antenna

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Connecting a TV or Video Display

Use the supplied HDMI cable to connect the BDS receiver’s HDMI output to your TV/video display’s HDMI input. The BDS receiver is HDMI version 1.4a with 3-D and 30/36-bit Deep Color.

NOTE: If you have devices (such as an Internet modem) already connected directly to your TV, you can feed their sound to the BDS receiver via the HDMI Monitor Out connector’s Audio Return Channel, and they will not require additional connections to the receiver.

Connecting Your Component Video Source Device

If you have a video source device that has a component video connector (and does not have an HDMI connector), using the component video connector will provide superior video performance. You will also need to make an audio connection from the device to the receiver’s Aux In 1 connectors.

Component Video-Equipped

Source Device

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NOTE: The HDMI connection will deliver both video and audio to your TV or video display. We suggest disabling your TV or video display’s audio system to take full advantage of your BDS receiver's superior audio reproduction.

Connecting Your HDMI Source Devices

If you have any source devices with HDMI connectors, using them will provide the best possible video and audio performance quality. Since the HDMI cable carries both digital video and digital audio signals, you do not have to make any additional audio connections for devices you connect via an HDMI cable.

HDMI-Equipped

Source Device

To HDMI

Output

HDMI Cable (not supplied)

To Component	To Analog
Video Outputs	Audio Outputs
Component Video	Stereo Audio
Cable (not supplied)	Cable (not supplied)

Connecting Your Optical Digital Audio Source Devices

If up to two of your non-HDMI source devices have optical digital outputs, connect them to the receiver’s optical digital audio connectors. NOTE: Make only one type of digital connection (HDMI, optical or coaxial) from each device.

Optical-Equipped

Source Device

To Optical Digital

Audio Output

Optical Digital Audio

Cable (not supplied)

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