Naim DVD5-AV2 User Manual

W O R L D C L A S S H I F I

O W N E R S M A N U A L

DVD Player: DVD5. AV Processor: AV2

with amplifiers and loudspeakers are used.

Warning: an apparatus with CL ASS I construction shall be

Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the

the mains plug from the mains outlet.

The following label is attached to all mains powered

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the

These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio

frequency and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning

from that to which the receiver is connected.

technician for help.

W A R N I N G

THIS APPARATUS

MUST BE EARTHED

Contents

Section

3

DVD5 stand-alone, DVD5 and AV2

3

Video Formats Explained

AV2 stand-alone

AV2 Basics and Quick Setup

AV2 Inputs and Interfaces

AV2 Outputs and Interfaces

AV2 Detailed Setup

AV2 Operation

AV2 Setup Defaults

AV2 Connections

30

AV2 Specifications

2 Connections

It is important for both safety and performance that

the standard cables supplied are not modified.

2.1 Interconnect Cables

If options are available with your equipment and installation,
DIN interconnect sockets should be used in preference to RCA
Phono sockets. One end of each Naim interconnect cable is
marked with a band to establish its correct orientation. The band
denotes the end that connects to the signal source.

Interconnect plugs and sockets should be kept clean and free
from corrosion. The easiest way to clean them is to switch off
the equipment, pull the plugs out of their sockets, and push
them back in again. Contact cleaners and “enhancers” should
not be used as the film they tend to deposit may degrade the
sound.

2.2 Loudspeaker Cables

Loudspeaker cables are vitally important and your dealer should
make them up to suit your installation. The cables should
each be at least 3.5 metres long and of equal length. The
recommended maximum is normally 20 metres although longer
cables may be viable with some Naim amplifiers. Contact your
dealer or Naim Audio for advice.

Many Naim amplifiers are designed only to work with Naim
loudspeaker cable and using alternatives may degrade the
performance or even damage the amplifier. Naim loudspeaker
cable is directional and should be oriented so that the printed
arrow points towards the speakers. The amplifier/loudspeaker
connectors supplied are designed to make a robust electro­mechanical connection and to comply with European safety
regulations. They should be used in preference to alternatives.

3 Mains Power Connection

Where fused plugs are used 13 amp fuses should be

fitted. Fuses of a lower rating will fail after a period

of use. Do not wire voltage dependent resistors or

noise suppressors into mains plugs. They degrade the

mains supply and the sound.

1 Equipment Installation

Normally your Naim Audio equipment will have been installed by the dealer who sold

it to you - even if you live outside their immediate vicinity. In any event however

your dealer is responsible for making sure that the system performs as it should.

Information given here is not intended to reduce this responsibility in any way.

Introduction

This manual covers the DVD5 DVD player and the AV2 Audio Processor. It

3.1 Mains Plug Wiring

In some territories a mains plug may need to be

fitted to the supplied mains lead. As the colours of

the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with

the coloured markings identifying the terminals in the

plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured

must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the
letter

or by the safety earth symbol or coloured

or

YELLOW

.

The wire which is coloured

must be connected to the

terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter

or

coloured

.

The wire which is coloured

must be connected to the

terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter

or coloured

.

3.2 Non-rewirable Mains Plugs

If a non-rewirable plug is cut from a mains lead (for whatever
purpose) the plug

be disposed of in a way to render it
totally useless. Considerable shock hazard exists if the cut-off
plug is inserted into a mains outlet.

3.3 Mains Circuits and Cables

A hi-fi system usually shares a mains circuit with other
household equipment some of which can cause distortion of the
mains waveform. This distortion can in turn lead to a mechanical
hum from power amplifier and power supply transformers.
Naim transformers are large in size with heavy gauge windings,
making them relatively sensitive to such distortion, and it may
be necessary to take account of transformer hum when siting
your equipment.

Transformer hum is not transmitted through the speakers and
has no effect on the performance of the system; however, a
separate mains circuit may reduce it. Such a circuit (ideally with
a 30 or 45 Amp rating) will also improve system performance.
Advice on the installation of a separate mains circuit should be
sought from a qualified electrician.

Do not substitute alternative mains leads and plugs to
those supplied. They are selected to offer the best possible
performance.

4 General Installation

Naim equipment is designed to offer the finest

performance possible avoiding compromise wherever

practical. This can lead to circumstances that may

be unfamiliar. The notes that follow contain advice

specifically related to Naim equipment as well as

more general warnings about the use of domestic

audio products. Please read them carefully.

4.1 Siting The Equipment

In order to reduce the risk of hum audible from the
loudspeakers, power supplies and power amplifiers should be
located a reasonable distance away from other equipment. The
maximum separation distance for connected equipment is that
allowed by the standard interconnect lead.

Some Naim equipment is extremely heavy. Ensure that your
equipment rack or table can easily support the weight and is
stable.

4.2 Switching On

Source components and power supplies should be switched on
before the power amplifiers. Always switch amplifiers off and
wait a minute before connecting or disconnecting any leads.
Always use the power switch on the product rather than a mains
outlet switch.

A “thump” may be heard from the loudspeakers as power
amplifiers are switched on. This is normal, will not cause any
loudspeaker damage and does not point to any fault or problem.
A mild “pop” may also be heard shortly after power amplifiers
are switched off.

4.3 Running In

Naim equipment takes a considerable time to run in before
it performs at its best. The duration varies, but under some
conditions the sound may continue to improve for over a month.
Better and more consistent performance will be achieved if
the system is left switched on for long periods. It is worth
remembering however that equipment left connected to the
mains can be damaged by lightning.

4.4 Radio Interference

In some circumstances, depending on where you live and the
earthing arrangements in your home, you may experience
radio frequency interference. Controls on broadcasting in some
territories allow very high levels of radio frequency radiation
and both the choice and exact siting of equipment may be
critical. Susceptibility to radio frequency interference is related
to the wide internal bandwidth necessary for high sound quality.
Systems incorporating moving coil phono preamplifiers and
active crossovers are more likely to suffer. A radio frequency
filter kit is available for some Naim equipment but sound quality
will be progressively compromised as more elements of the
kit are fitted. In situations of extreme radio interference Naim
equipment may be unsuitable.

4.5 Non-standard Cables

Use of non-standard speaker cables or interconnects may
invalidate your guarantee.

4.6 Lightning Precautions

Your Naim hi-fi system can be damaged by lightning. Power
amplifiers are particularly at risk and should be turned off and
disconnected from the mains when there is risk of lightning
strike. For complete protection all mains plugs and any aerial
cables should be disconnected when not in use.

4.7 Liquid Precautions

Equipment must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquid, such as vases, should be placed on the
equipment.

4.8 Equipment Fuses

Mains powered Naim Audio equipment is fitted with a mains
input fuse on the rear panel adjacent to the mains input socket.
Replace it if necessary only with the spare fuse supplied or
with identical fuses. Repeated failure of this fuse points to an
equipment or system fault that should be investigated by your
dealer or at the factory by Naim itself.

4.9 Problems?

Consumer protection varies from country to country. In
most territories a dealer must be prepared to take back
any equipment he has sold if it cannot be made to work
satisfactorily. A problem may be due to a fault in the system or
its installation so it is essential to make full use of your dealer’s
diagnostic skills. Please contact your local distributor, or Naim
Audio directly, if any difficulties cannot be resolved.

Some Naim equipment is made in special versions for
different territories and this makes it impracticable to arrange
international guarantees. Please establish the local guarantee
arrangements with your dealer. Contact Naim Audio directly for
help and advice if necessary.

4.10 Repairs and Updates

It is essential that repairs and updates are only carried out
by an authorised Naim dealer or at the factory by Naim itself.
Many components are custom made, tested or matched and
appropriate replacements are often unobtainable from other
sources.

Direct contact to Naim for service or update information should
be made initially through the Service Department:

Tel:
Email:

[e-mail]

Please quote the product serial number (found on its rear panel)
in all correspondence.

Introduction

3

DVD5 and AV2

5 Product Introduction

This manual covers installation and operation of the DVD5 DVD player and the AV2

audio processor. Both products are fundamentally straightforward in use, however

their versatility and comprehensive functionality mean that a little time spent

reading will help ensure problem-free use.

The DVD5 section of the manual covers use of the player as a stand-alone product

as well as when connected to and integrated with an AV2. This section also covers

the DVD5 Multi-channel Card audio upgrade (McC) option.

The AV2 section of the manual covers use of the processor as a stand-alone product.

The AV2 feature-set and operation described in this manual refers to units

incorporating software release Version 01-04 or later. Contact Naim Audio directly or

your local representative for information on software identification and updates.

Both the DVD5 and AV2 should be installed on dedicated equipment stands intended

for the purpose. Care should be taken to ensure that they are level. Do not switch on

until all input and output connections are made.

Following this introduction, the manual is divided into the following sections.

DVD5

Section 6 - DVD5 Media, Outputs and Connections:

6.1 DVD5 Media

6.2 Video Outputs

6.3 Audio Outputs

Section 7 - DVD5 Setup:

7.1 Initial Video Options

7.2 On Screen Display and Interface

7.3 DVD5 Playback Setup

7.4 System Setup

7.5 Video Setup

7.6 High Definition Video Setup

7.7 Audio/AV2 Setup (AV2 and Multi-channel Card)

7.8 Speaker Setup (AV2 and Multi-channel Card)

7.9 Parental Control Setup

7.10 DVD5 Menu Defaults

Section 8 - DVD5 Operation:

8.1 Playback Control

8.2 Playback Options

Section 9 - DVD5/AV2 Integration:

9.1 Integrated System Standby

9.2 Automatic Switching

9.3 Volume Control

Section 10 - NARCOM DV Handset

Section 11 - DVD5 Connections:

11.1 DVD5 Rear Panel

11.2 DVD5 Connected To AV2

Section 12 - DVD5 Trouble-shooting

Section 13 - DVD5 Specifications

Section 14 - Video Formats Explained:

14.1 Video Display - Interlaced and Progressive Scan

14.2 Video Interface Formats

AV2

Section 15 - AV2 Basics and Quick Setup:

15.1 Switching On and Off

15.2 Input Setup Routine

15.3 Speaker Setup Routine

Section 16 - AV2 Inputs and Interfaces:

16.1 AV2 Input and Interface Connections

Section 17 - AV2 Outputs and Interfaces:

17.1 AV2 Output and Interface Connections

Section 18 - AV2 Detailed Setup:

18.1 Input Setup Routine

18.2 Speaker Setup Routine

Section 19 - AV2 Operation:

19.1 Input Selection and Volume Control

19.2 Decode Modes - Selection and Availability

19.3 Channel Schemes and Speakers

19.4 Decode Table - Selection, Availability and Display

19.5 Decode Table - Decode Modes and Channel Schemes

19.6 Surround Encoding - Technology

19.7 Accessory Functions

Section 20 - NARCOM AV Handset

Section 21 - AV2 Setup Defaults:

21.1 Input Defaults

21.2 Speaker Defaults

21.3 Restoring Defaults

Section 22 - AV2 Connections:

22.1 AV2 Rear Panel

22.2 Stand-alone AV System

22.3 AV Integrated With Two-channel System

Section 23 - AV2 Specifications

6 DVD5 Media, Outputs and Connections

6.1 DVD5 Media

The DVD5 supports NTSC and PAL DVD, “Red Book” Audio
CD, DVD-A Stereo, DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R, CD-RW and copy
protected Audio Discs. With the addition of the Multi-channel
Card upgrade DVD-A multi-channel is also supported.

The large variety of disc manufacturing processes and formats

now available means that on rare occasions a disc falling into the

one of the above categories may still not play correctly. You should

return the disc to the retailer if this occurs.

DVD region coding is sales territory dependent and is specified

on the rear panel of the player.

6.2 Video Outputs

The DVD5 can provide video outputs in a number of different
formats on a variety of connection sockets. Each format and
socket is appropriate for alternative display types - TV, CRT
Monitor, TFT Monitor, Plasma, Projector, etc - and it is important
for the best picture quality that the appropriate socket is used.
Table 6.4 below lists, in order of preference, connection formats
for any display device. Select, from the connection options
available on your display, the one nearest the top of the list.

6.3 Audio Outputs

The DVD5 provides digital audio output via both coaxial and
optical connectors. There are two coaxial and two optical
connectors on the DVD5 rear panel. Each carries the same
signal. Digital audio should be connected to either the coaxial or
optical input of an appropriate AV processor. The coaxial option
is likely to give better results.

Stereo analogue audio output is available on both DIN and
RCA-Phono sockets. Multi-channel audio, available when the
Multi-channel Card is fitted is delivered via a pair of five pin DIN
sockets.

The analogue audio signal available from the SCART

interface is not of optimum quality and is only suitable for uncritical

monitoring, setup or diagnostic use.

7 DVD5 Setup

Once connected to a display and audio system the

DVD5 must be set up appropriately before use.

The player will switch on initially in

standby

mode with a flashing
display indicator. When the indicator stops flashing the player is
ready for use. A single press on the front panel or handset
or

stop

buttons, or on the handset

standby

or

keys will

wake the player.

To switch the player into standby mode, press and hold the front
panel

and

stop

buttons, or press the handset

standby

key.

Standby mode reduces power consumption when the player

is not in use.

7.1 Initial Video Options

As the display on the player itself provides only minimal
information during set up, the video display should be switched
on and the appropriate channel selected so that the player­generated On Screen Display is available. Two initial set up
options may however need to be adjusted before the display will
operate correctly. These options select between

or

,

and between

Video Colour Format

options. The default state for

the NTSC/PAL option is

The

Video Colour Format

options only apply to the player’s

output sockets, the options being

and

. The default state is

YPbPr.

To change the NTSC/

PAL and Video Colour Format settings proceed as follows below.

7.1.1 NTSC or PAL Video Selection

With the player stopped (or no disc is loaded) switch between

and

video output by pressing and holding the

front panel

button. While the current selection is displayed,

further presses of the

button will select the alternatives.
The display reverts to normal automatically if no further changes
are made.

NTSC/PAL selection is only likely to require a specific choice

(i.e not auto) if your display is not capable of displaying both

formats.

7.1.2 Video Colour Format

Options

With the player stopped (or no disc
is loaded) switch between

Video

options by pressing
and holding the front panel
button. While the current selection
is displayed, further presses of
the

button will select the
alternatives. The display reverts to
normal automatically if no further
changes are made.

A

logo visible in the centre
of the display screen will confirm
that the initial video options are set
correctly.

DVD5

Table 6.4

Preferred Video Connections

Type

1 DVi DVi Digital Progressive Scan

2 RGBHV 5 x BNC Analogue high definition Progressive Scan

3 RGB 3 x BNC Analogue high definition Progressive Scan

4 YPbPr HV 5 x BNC Analogue high definition Progressive Scan

5 YPbPr 3 x BNC Analogue high definition Progressive Scan

6 RGB SCART Analogue Interlaced

7 YPbPr SCART Analogue Interlaced

8 S-Video 4-pin mini DIN Analogue Interlaced

9 Composite SCART Analogue Interlaced

Section 14 of this manual carries an explanation of the video formats listed.

RGB and RGBHV progressive scan output is disabled when replaying Macrovision encoded material.

7.2 On Screen Display and Interface

Once the initial video options are set, the remaining DVD5
setup options must be set from the remote handset using the

. To begin the setup procedure insert a DVD
and, after waiting for the player to read the disc contents, press
the remote handset

setup

key. The top level setup menu will be

displayed with the upper left option selected.

To navigate through the top level and second level menus use
the handset

)

and

)

keys. To confirm a selection

press the

key. To return to the previous menu without making

a selection or a change use the

(return) key, or press

setup

to exit from the setup menus.

To navigate through the third level menu use the handset

)

and

)

keys. To increase or decrease a parameter

value use the

)

and

)

keys respectively. To return
to the previous menu without making a selection or a change
use the

(return) key, or press

setup

to exit from the setup

menus.

The top level setup menu provides access to

Audio Setup

and

options.

The handset clear key can be used at any time to clear any

on screen information.

7.3 Playback Setup

Selection of

from the top level menu generates
a second level menu comprising the options listed below.
The availability of some options in the second level menu is
dependent on the content of the DVD.

7.3.1 Audio Track

Enables the selection of alternative DVD audio tracks if any are
present on the disc. The alternatives may include sound-track
languages and audio encoding format (Dolby*, DTS, etc). If no
alternative is available no options will be displayed. The disc
must be playing for audio track selection to be available.

Audio tracks can also be directly selected during playback by

pressing the handset audio key.

7.3.2 Camera Angle

Enables the selection of alternative camera angles if any are
present on the disc. If no alternative is available no options will
be displayed. The disc must be playing for camera angle options

to be available.

Camera angles can also be directly selected during playback

by pressing the handset angle key.

7.3.3 Subtitles

Enables the display and selection of alternative DVD subtitles
if any are present on the disc. If no alternative is available no
options will be displayed. The disc must be playing for subtitle
options to be available.

Subtitles can also be directly selected during playback by

pressing the handset subt key.

7.3.4 DVD Auto-play

Sets the player to begin playback as soon as the drawer is
closed. Select from

or

.

7.3.5 Subtitle Preference

Selects the preferred subtitle language. When subtitles are
switched on from either the handset

subt

button or from the
DVD5 menu the subtitle preference language will be shown if
‘preference’ is selected. If the preferred language is not available
the disc default will be shown.

Non-standard production techniques of some DVDs may

inhibit this function.

7.3.6 Audio L anguage Preference

Selects the disc-independent

Audio Language Preference

.

Auto

will select the disc default. If a disc is loaded that does not carry
the selected preference the audio output will switch to the disc
default. The audio track preference will automatically play if a
preference is set and available.

Non-standard production techniques of some DVDs may

inhibit this function.

7.3.7 Audio Format Preference

Selects the disc-independent

Audio Format Preference

.

Auto

will select the disc default. If a disc is loaded that does not carry
the selected preference the audio output will switch to the disc
default. The audio track preference will automatically play if a
preference is set and available.

Non-standard production techniques of some DVDs may

inhibit this function.

7.4 System Setup

Selection of

from the top level menu generates a

second level menu comprising the options listed below.

7.4.1 Auto Status Bar

Sets the

to become visible on screen when player
adjustments are made. The Status Bar provides visual feedback
of control commands.

7.4.2 Status Bar Display Time

Sets the length of time, from one to ten seconds, that the

remains visible following a control command.

7.4.3 Screen Saver

Sets a

to operate after five minutes of display

inactivity. Select fron

and

.

Only disable the Screen Saver if the display is not sensitive to

“burn-in”.

DVD5

7.5 Video Setup

Selection of

Video Setup

from the top level menu generates a

second level menu comprising the options listed below.

7.5.1 Output Format

Selects between

,

and

(disc dependent) video
output. This menu overrides the initial video set up option
selected in Section 7.1.1.

The selection of

,

or

depends on the capability of
the display device connected and the choice between Interlaced
and Progressive Scan video. Many displays are limited either to
PAL or NTSC for Interlaced video and if this is the case for your
display the appropriate option should be selected. Similarly,
many displays do not support PAL for Progressive Scan video so
selection of the NTSC option may well be necessary when using
Progressive Scan - even if PAL is used for Interlaced video. The
DVD5 will convert PAL encoded programme material to NTSC
if NTSC is selected, or convert NTSC to PAL if PAL is selected ­display quality may however suffer.

If your display supports both

and

the

option
should be used. Auto switches the DVD output to NTSC or PAL
depending on the disc format. The combination of a multi­standard display and the

option ensures the highest video

quality as no format conversion need take place.

7.5.2 Black Level

adjustment is available when

output is
selected. Black Level defines the brightness level at which
image information will be displayed as black. A video brightness
signal is measured in IRE units on a scale from 0 (black) to 100
(white). In American NTSC encoding the value of 7.5 IRE is the
“black level cutoff”.

Black level adjustment only affects NTSC material.

7.5.3 SCART Settings

The player’s

output connector carries video signals

in both

and

forms with two alternate

varieties of the component format -

or

YPbPr

- available.
If using component video from the SCART connector, select the
variety appropriate to the display connected.

Composite and component video and the various signal

formats are explained in Section 14 of this manual.

7.5.4 Test Patterns

Provides three display

Test Patterns

intended to help calibrate
the player and display combination and ensure optimum
performance. The Test Patterns are primarily intended for
advanced users or video service engineers. Make a note of all
display and DVD5 settings prior to making any adjustments, and
ensure the display user manual is available for reference.

It is not always necessary to make calibration adjustments

based on the test patterns. The DVD5 and display default settings

will in the majority of cases provide excellent results.

Help text for each test pattern is available by pressing the

handset menu key.

The player must be in stop mode to display the test patterns.

Adjust the display’s horizontal, vertical, aspect ratio and zoom
controls until the test pattern is central and spills over the edge
of the display by approximately 5%. On a wide-screen display the
circle labelled 16:9 should appear undistorted.

Adjust the display’s brightness until the 0% box looks black.
Adjust the display’s contrast until the 100% box is a clear bright­undistorted white. Ensure no two of 5% boxes appear the same.

The display must be viewed using a 47b blue separation filter.
Adjust the display’s colour and tint/hue control until the four
large boxes (1, 2, 3 and 4) appear the same shade of blue.

7.5.5 Lip Sync (Audio/Video delay)

DVD video and audio can sometimes appear to be a little out of
synchronisation.

provides adjustment in 10mS steps

to compensate for any apparent error. Use the handset

)

key to delay the audio and

)

key to delay the video.

7.5.6 Display Aspect Ratio

Sets the player to output video appropriate to the display. For
16:9 (widescreen) displays, non-widescreen programme material
will be accommodated by leaving a proportion of the display
either side of the picture unused. Widescreen material on 4:3
(conventional) displays can be accommodated by selecting either
the

or

options. The

option uses
the full height of the display but dynamically pans the material
to ensure that the important information is always displayed. The

option displays the material’s full width but leaves a

proportion of the display above and below the picture unused.

7.5.7 Video Outputs Off

Enables unused video sockets to be selectively switched off
during playback. Switching off the video sockets will improve
sound quality of audio CD and DVD-A material.

All video outputs will operate when player is in stop mode or

when the OSD menu is displayed.

7.6 High Definition Video Setup

Selection of

from the top level
menu generates a second level menu comprising the options
listed below.

The

menus enable selection of the signal

format to be output from the player’s

sockets.

Generally, the signals available from the BNC sockets provide
improved quality over the SCART and S-Video outputs through
improved digital to analogue conversion and extra image
adjustment functions.

7.6.1 Colour Format

The

sub-menu enables selection of the video

signal

(RGB, YPbPr, etc). The options available

will depend on the selection made in the previous menu.

The various video colour formats are explained in Section 14

of this manual.

DVD5

DVD5

7.6.2 Motion Compensation

is a function of progressive scan video
processing that overcomes the visible artifacts that can result
when interlaced video data (see Section 14) is de-interlaced
for conversion to progressive scan. If a video scene contains
elements in motion, the two fields of an interlaced image cannot
simply be combined for progressive scan as the time delay
between the fields will result in visible distortion of the moving
image - it will appear jagged. Motion Compensation overcomes
the distortion by dynamically interpolating between differences in
the fields of data. If there is no movement in a scene however,
the interpolation may result in a loss of image sharpness.

The

menu provides three options

-

,

and

full

. Selecting

disables Motion

Compensation, selecting

applies Motion Compensation
dynamically depending on the intensity of movement in the
scene, and selecting

full

applies Motion Compensation to

all programme material.

Adaptive

should be selected for the

majority of programme material.

or

may be appropriate

to material featuring intense motion, or still images respectively.

7.6.3 Film Mode

enables the player to optimise the display of
programme material that has been converted from film to video
(DVD) format. Film Mode should be selected for programme
material that is known to be derived from a cine-film original.
Leaving Film Mode selected for original video material may still
result in satisfactory display, however, it should be de-selected
for this type of material if motion or sync problems occur.

7.6.4 30 fps (frames per second) Detection

30 FPS Detection

supports

in identifying specific
NTSC/PAL film to video conversion issues. Generally, detection
should be selected for NTSC cine-film derived and all PAL
format material, and de-selected for NTSC format video derived
material. The default setting is

.

7.6.5 Edit Compensation

The techniques employed by

and

30 FPS Detection

can sometimes be disturbed by poorly resolved edits in
programme material.

identifies edits
likely to cause problems and trades ultimate picture quality
against motion or sync errors.

should be selected for
most programme material unless motion or sync errors are
unacceptable. Increasing Edit Compensation will result in
smoother display but reduced picture quality.

7.6.6 Picture Adjustment

Three separate

sub-menus are available.

One that provides adjustment of the player’s

output, one that provides adjustment of the player’s

YPbPr (YUV)

output and one that is common to both.

Each signal channel of the

outputs can be independently
adjusted. For example, to emphasise red, green or blue tones in
an

picture boost the R, G or B channels respectively.

YPbPr

adjustment covers luminance and saturation only.

The picture adjustments common to

outputs are

Vertical Offset

,

and

YC Delay

.

The

adjustments enable the picture to be properly centred

in the display screen.

YC Delay

adjustment provides compensation for the timing errors
that can occur between the colour and brightness elements of
a video signal. Errors are most likely to be visible if the player is
required to carry out intensive processing to generate a display
signal. YC Delay is best left at its default adjustment unless
picture abnormalities that cannot be corrected by any other
means are apparent.

Offset and YC Delay adjustment made from this menu will

also be reflected in the player’s DVI output.

No picture adjustment is available on the player’s SCART and

S-Video outputs.

7.7 Audio/AV2 Setup

Selection of

Audio Setup

from the top level menu generates
a second level menu comprising the options listed below. The
availability of options in the second level menu depends on
either the installation of a

or DVD5

connection to an

AV2 Processor.

When a DVD5 is connected to an AV2, adjustment of Audio

Setup parameters actually adjusts AV2 functions. The AV2 front

panel or handset setup interface is disabled while the DVD5 on

screen setup menus are displayed. If the AV2 front panel or handset

interface is subsequently used to adjust any Audio Setup parameters

the DVD5 menu will update automatically.

Th AV2 must be running software version 01-04 or later.

Use a CAT5 interface cable to connect a DVD5 to an AV2.

See diagram 11.2.

7.7.1 Digital Audio Output

Selects the player’s

format from

(i.e Dolby Digital, DTS, etc) or

(PCM stereo)
options. Multi-channel output will be either the previously
selected audio track, the player preference or the specific
disc default. PCM stereo output is a down-mix of the currently
selected audio track.

The player must be in stop mode to select audio outputs.

7.7.2 Sub-woofer Cut-off Frequency

Function only available with AV2 connected.

provides adjustment of the
cut-off frequency between the sub-woofer and any small
loudspeakers. It should be adjusted to suit the sub-woofer and
speakers in use. Their specifications should provide guidance.

7.7.3 Bass Mix

Function only available with McC installed or AV2 connected.

Selection of

routes the front left and right speaker low

frequency signals additionally to the sub-woofer channel.

7.7.4 Pro Logic II Options

Function only available with AV2 connected.

Selection of

Options provides adjustment of the

,

and

parameters.

“ON” diverts a proportion of the front stereo signal to

the surround channels.

adjustment varies the relative strength of the
centre and front channels, a higher value increasing the strength
of the front channels.

adjustment varies the relative strength of the
surround and front signals, a higher value increasing the strength
of the surround channels.

Pro Logic II Options are only available when Pro Logic II Music

Mode is selected.

7.7.5 Neo:6 Centre Gain

Function only available with AV2 connected.

Selection of

provides independent

adjustment of the centre channel volume level.

Neo:6 Centre Gain is only available when DTS Neo:6 Music

Mode is selected.

7.7.6 Midnight Mode

Function only available with AV2 connected.

Selection of

compresses the audio signal
and reduces its bass content. Midnight Mode can reduce the
disturbance of late-night listening.

Midnight Mode is only available with Dolby Digital material.

7.7.7 Cine EQ

Function only available with AV2 connected.

Selection of

reduces the emphasised high-frequency

sound found on some film derived programme material.

7.7.8 AV2 Input L abels

Function only available with AV2 connected.

Selection of

AV2 Input Labels

enables a descriptive label to be
assigned to each numbered AV2 signal input. Inputs can also be
disabled (set to OFF) from this menu.

If Versatile Input 1 is set to 6 or 8 channel direct, Versatile

Input 2 will not be available for selection.

7.8 Speaker Setup

Some menus only available with McC installed or AV2

connected.

Selection of

from the top level menu generates
a second level menu comprising the options listed below. These
options are only available if a

is

installed or an

AV2 Processor

is connected.

When a DVD5 is connected to an AV2, adjustment of
Speaker Setup parameters actually adjusts AV2 functions. The
AV2 front panel or handset interface is disabled while the DVD5
on-screen menus are displayed. If the AV2 front panel or handset
interface is subsequently used to adjust any Audio Setup parameters
the DVD5 menu display will update automatically.

7.8.1 Speaker Size

Function only available with McC installed or AV2 connected.

Speaker Size

enables the size of each speaker
to be defined. Generally a “small” speaker is an element of a
matched satellite/sub-woofer package, while a “large” speaker
is a stand-alone full-range type. The “small” left/right option is
unavailable if no sub-woofer is present, and the “extra surround”
option is unavailable if no surround speakers are present.

7.8.2 Distance Units

Function only available with McC installed or AV2 connected.

enables the preferred distance
measurement units (feet or metres) for the Speaker Distance
menu to be set.

7.8.3 Speaker Distance

Function only available with McC installed or AV2 connected.

Speaker Distance

enables the distance of each
speaker from the primary listening position to be defined.
Distance definition is only available for speakers previously
specified (in 7.8.1) as present.

The distances need not be defined accurately. Plus or minus

150 mm (6 inches) is adequate.

7.8.4 Test Signal

Function only available with AV2 connected.

Test Signal

switches on the speaker test signal.
Ensure that the DVD5 or AV2 audio outputs and downstream
amplifiers are connected and configured appropriately. Ensure
also that the downstream amplifiers are switched on.

If the test signal is either too loud or too quiet it can be

adjusted with the DVD5 or AV2 handset volume up (

) or down

(

) keys.

7.8.5 Speaker Level Adjustment

Function only available with AV2 connected.

Selection of

after switching on

the

Test Signal

enables subjective matching of the volume
level of each speaker channel. Select each speaker channel in
turn and adjust the volume until the loudness of each sounds
approximately the same.

Note: The AV2 section of this manual provides further guidance on

the adjustment of relative volume levels.

7.9 Parental Control Setup

The

menu enables a

to be set in
order to restrict access to unsuitable programme material. The
pass code and its restrictions are set in five menu stages.

7.9.1 Enter Pass Code

Enter the existing or a new four digit pass code using the
handset

to gain access to the following Parental

Control menus. Ensure you keep a record of the pass code.

DVD5

DVD5

7.9.2 Change Pass Code

Enter a new

if you wish to change the existing one.

Ensure you keep a record of the new pass code.

7.9.3 Parental Control

Select either

or

. With Parental Control enabled,
the Parental Control options defined in the following two menu
stages are operational. Parental Control disabled switches off all
restricted access features.

7.9.4 Allowed Ratings

Selects the rating level above which a Parental Control pass code
is required before a DVD can be viewed.

7.9.5 Un-rated

Some DVDs do not have a rating level encoded. Select
to restrict such DVDs with the Parental Control pass code.

7.10 DVD5 Menu Defaults

The

settings are listed below. To restore the
defaults ensure no disc is loaded and the drawer is closed. Press
and hold the handset

key until the display reads

DVD Autoplay:
Subtitle Preference:
Subtitle Language:
Audio Language Preference:

Auto

Audio Format Preference:

Auto

Status Bar:
Status Bar Delay:
Screen Saver:

Video Setup

Output Format:

Auto

Black Level:
SCART Setting:
Lip Sync Delay:
Aspect Ratio:
Video Outputs Off:

All on

Colour Format:

YPbPr

Motion Compensation:

Adaptive

Film Mode:
30fps Detect:
Edit Compensation:
Picture Adjustment:

All controls centered

Audio Setup

Digital Audio Out:

8 DVD5 Operation

Once all the system setup options described in

Section 7 are selected the DVD5 is ready for use.

Control of disc transport and selection of disc

dependent display options can be carried out from

either the player front panel or from the handset.

The following paragraphs describe both the control

functions and the front panel and handset operations.

8.1 Playback Control

8.1.1 Play

Press the

button once.

Press the

key once.

8.1.2 Stop

Press the

stop

button once.

Press the

stop

key once.

8.1.3 Next Chapter (or track)

Press the

button once.

Press the

key once.

8.1.4 Previous Chapter (or track)

Press the

button once.

Press the

key once.

8.1.5 Pause/Resume

Press and hold the

button.

Press the

key once.

The front panel pause indicator will flash when playback is

paused.

8.1.6 Single Frame Advance

Press the

button once while player is paused.

Press the

key once while player is paused.

8.1.7 Fast Forward

For 2 X speed press and hold the

button while

is under way. Subsequent presses of the

button will
cycle through 4 X, 8 X, 16 X, 30 X, 60 X (for DVDs) or 4 X, 8 X,
16 X and (for CDs). To resume normal play scroll through to play
speed or press

on the front panel or handset.

Press the

ffwd

(

) key once for 2 X speed.

Subsequent presses generate fast forward speeds as described
above.

8.1.8 Fast Reverse

For 2 X speed press and hold the

button while

is under way. Subsequent presses will cycle through 4 X,
8 X, 16 X, 30 X, 60 X (for DVDs) or 4 X, 8 X, 16 X (for CDs). To
resume normal play scroll through to play speed or press

on

the front panel or handset.

Press the

frwd

(

) key once for 2 X speed.

Subsequent presses generate fast reverse speeds as described
above.