Primare BD32 User Manual
Switch on/off
Play or pause the disc
Press and hold for 6 seconds with the
tray open to reset the remote code
Increase volume of amplifier
Select Blu-ray mode
Press and hold for 1.5 seconds
to select a source
Restart the current track,
or skip to the previous track
Repeat the track or disc
Show/hide on-screen display
Skip to the next track
Display Pop-up Menu/DVD Menu
Change the display brightness
Choose audio language/track
Reverse scan
Forward scan
Display Top Menu/Title Menu
Choose camera angle
Choose media source
Choose output resolution
Choose subtitles
Zoom in/out and
adjust aspect ratio
Play from specified location
Select SHUFFLE or RANDOM
Open or close the tray,
or stop the disc
Decrease volume of amplifier
Clear numeric input
Display the Setup Menu
Move right on menu
Move up on menu
Move down on menu
Select item on menu
Move left on menu
Hold down to RETURN from menu
Enter track number
This page explains how to use the C23 remote
control to operate the BD32, and how to fit the
batteries into the remote control.
When using the remote control, the front window of
the remote control should be pointed to the infrared
sensor on the front panel within an angle of ±30°
and a range of about 26 ft.
NOTE: When a button is pressed but its function is
invalid or unavailable at the moment, the TV screen
displays a circle with a diagonal line.
Fitting the batteries
Before using the remote control you need to insert
the two AAA batteries supplied with the C23.
• Gently slide open the cover on the back of the
remote control:
• Insert the two batteries, observing the polarity
printed on the bottom of battery compartment:
• Slide back the cover until it clips into place:
Note: Replace only with alkaline
When disposing of old batteries please be
considerate to the environment.
batteries type AAA, LR03, or
equivalent.
Using the Remote Control ii
Fitting the batteries ii
Important Information iv
Installation
Front panel controls 1
Display 1
Back panel connections 2
Unpack the BD32 2
Phase 2
IMPORTANT! Positioning the BD32 2
Connecting to a display (recommended methods) 3
Connecting to an Audio System 3
Connecting to the Internet 4
Custom Installation 5
Easy Setup Wizard 6
Basic Operations
Disc Playback 9
Fast Playback 9
Pause and Frame-by-Frame 9
Slow Playback 9
Blu-ray Disc Menu Playback 10
DVD Menu Playback 10
On-Screen Display 10
Audio Language/Track Selection 10
Subtitle Selection 10
Angle Selection 10
BD-Live 11
Advanced Operations 12
TV System Selection 12
Output Resolution 12
Zooming and Aspect Ratio Control 12
1
Subtitle Shift 14
Repeat Playback 14
Shuffle and Random Playback 14
Playback by Chapter or Track Number 14
Playback from a Specific Location 14
Memory and Automatic Resume 15
Media File Playback 16
Playback from a USB or e-SATA Drive 16
The Home Menu 16
Playing Music Files 17
Playing Movie Files 17
Viewing Photo Files 18
Adding Background Music 18
9
Setup Menu Options 19
Using the Setup Menu System 19
Playback Setup 20
Video Setup 21
Picture Adjustment 23
HDMI Options 24
Audio-Format Setup 25
Audio Processing Setup 28
Device Setup 31
Network Setup 33
References 35
Useful Notes 35
Troubleshooting 35
Setting the Trigger Input and IR Input 35
Specifications 36
Language Code List 36
Important Information
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with 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 operation and maintenance
(servicing) instruction in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE
PRESENT INSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN
THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL ONLY.
THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO
DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS
FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE
PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION:
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY
REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR
EQUIVALENT TYPE.
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS
OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR
YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
CLASS I LASER
PRODUCT
This label is located on the laser protective housing inside the
product.
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 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 plug, receptacle, and the point
where it exits 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, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been
dropped.
15) Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the
like.
I M P O R T A N T I N F O R M A T I O N
Precautions
x Before connecting the AC power cord to the appliance,
make sure the voltage designation of the appliance
corresponds to the local electrical supply. If you are
unsure of your power supply, contact your local power
company. The acceptable power input range is AC ~
100V-240V, 50/60Hz.
x The player is still receiving power from the AC power
source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet,
even if the player itself has been turned off.
x Unplug the power cord if you are not going to use the
product for an extended period of time. Hold the power
plug when unplugging. Do not pull on the cord.
x The main plug is used as the mechanism for cutting off
power, therefore make sure it is easy to unplug.
x To ensure proper ventilation around this product, do not
place this product on a sofa, bed or rug. When installing
this product on a wall or bookshelf, you need to provide
appropriate space.
x High temperature will lead to abnormal operation of this
unit. Do not expose this unit or batteries to direct sunlight
or near other heating objects.
x When moving the player from a cold location to a warm
one, or vice versa, moisture may condense on the laser
pickup unit inside the player. Should this occur, the
player may not operate properly. In such a case please
turn the unit on for 1-2 hours (without a disc) to facilitate
moisture evaporation.
FCC Statement
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 harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
x Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
x Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
x Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
x Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
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.
Trademarks
x “Blu-ray Disc”, “Blu-ray 3D”, “BONUSVIEW” and “BD-
Live” are trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.
x Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun
Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other
countries.
x DVD Logo is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo
Licensing Corp., registered in the U.S., Japan and
other countries.
x Super Audio CD, SACD and the SACD logo are joint
trademarks of Sony Corporation and Philips Electronics
N.V. Direct Stream Digital (DSD) is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
x “AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of
Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
x Designed for Windows Media, Microsoft, HDCD, and
the HDCD logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
x “480p/720p/1080i/1080p” up-converting arrow logo,
“Source Direct” and “True 24p” logos are trademarks of
OPPO Digital, Inc.
x “Netflix” is a registered trademark of Netflix, Inc.
x “BLOCKBUSTER” name, design and related marks are
trademarks of Blockbuster Inc.
x “Qdeo” and “QuietVideo” are trademarks of Marvell or its
affiliates.
x Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s:
5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616;
6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872 &
other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS
and the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS-HD,
DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential and the DTS logos are
trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. ©
DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
x Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
x HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
x “DivX” is a trademark of DivX, Inc.
x All other trademarks are the properties of their respective
owners.
I M P O R T A N T I N F O R M A T I O N
Compatible Disc Types
Type/Logo Features Manual Icon
BD-Video
High Definition (HD) movie and music discs
BD-ROM and BD-RE/BD-R discs in BDMV and BDAV mode, including 8cm
discs (single layer) and DL discs.
- Discs supporting 3D Blu-ray contents playback. 3D-compatible
displays and active shutter glasses are required for full 3D movie experience.
- Discs supporting BONUSVIEW that allows Virtual
packages or Picture-in-Picture functions to be used.
- Discs supporting BD-Live (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 2) that provides
interactive features when the player is connected to the Internet.
DVD-Video
High quality movie and music discs
Commercially released DVD discs, DVD+RW/DVD+R/DVD-RW/DVD-R in
DVD-Video format, finalized.
DVD-Audio
Multi-channel or stereo high resolution audio with compressed digital video or
still pictures. Some DVD-Audio discs also contain a DVD-Video portion.
DVD -A
Super Audio CD
SACD: High resolution audio-only disc with stereo and/or multi-channel audio.
Hybrid disc with both high resolution and CD-compatible layers.
SAC D
CD
Compact Discs (CD) that contain audio tracks.
AVCHD
High-definition digital video camera format using efficient data compression
coding technology.
Discs that cannot be played
x BDs with cartridge
x DVD-RAMs
x HD DVDs
x Data portion of CD-Extras
x BD-Video/DVD-Video with a different region code
x Some DualDiscs: A DualDisc is a two sided disc with
DVD on one side and digital audio on the other side. The
digital audio side does not meet the technical
specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA)
format so playback is not guaranteed.
x Music discs encoded with copyright protection
technologies: if the discs do not conform to the CD
standard, they may not be playable on this player.
I M P O R T A N T I N F O R M A T I O N
Notes about BD-ROM compatibility
Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not play properly depending on the disc type, version
and encoding. It is possible that a Blu-ray disc manufactured after the player was manufactured uses certain new features of the
Blu-ray Disc specifications. To ensure the best possible viewing experience, the player may need a firmware or software update
from time to time. Please visit OPPO Digital’s web site www.oppodigital.com
to check if updates are available.
Copyright Protection
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this
copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses
only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Region management information
This player is designed and manufactured to respond to the region management information. If the region number of a BD-Video
or DVD disc does not correspond to the region number of this player, this player cannot play the disc.
BD-Video: This player plays BD-Video with marks containing the region code A.
DVD-Video: This player plays DVD-Video with marks containing the region code 1 and ALL.
Please see page 31 of this manual for details of how to check and upgrade the software.
M.CH
BD
Chapter/track
Time display
Media:
BD
DVD
DVD-A
SVCD
SACD 2CH
SACD M.CH
CD
USB
Format:
2CH
M.CH
Pause indicator
Power
button
Eject
button
Pause StopDisc tray
Power
indicator
Back
Play
Next
Display
(see below)
Front panel controls
Display
Back panel connections
Analogue
video outputs
RS232HDMIUSB e-SATAHDMI Optical CoaxNetwork RF
Not active
Power
On/off
2-channel
balanced outputs
2-channel
outputs
Balanced
digital output
Trigger
in/outIRin/out
Multichannel audio outputs
Digital outputs
Live
Unpack the BD32
Your BD32 comes with:
• Owner’s manual
• AC power cord
• C23 remote
• 2 batteries for the C23
• USB wireless adaptor
• USB extension cable
Phase
The phase of the AC supply can make a significant
difference to the sound.
Ensure that the live pin of the AC power cable
is connected to the left-hand pin of the power
connector, viewed from the back panel:
IMPORTANT!
Positioning the BD32
As the power supplies are completely linear, they
can generate a lot of heat.
In order to avoid the appearance of venting ducts,
which would interrupt the clean lines of the BD32
design, we’ve opted to use the player’s entire
aluminium chassis as an active heat sink.
The underside of the player may therefore feel hot,
which is completely normal and expected.
However, we do recommend you to position the
BD32 in a well ventilated place and not in a closed
non-ventilated environment.
Do NOT place the BD32 directly on or underneath
another component.
Connecting to a display (recommended methods)
HDMI Connection to a single TV
• There are two HDMI output terminals (HDMI 1 and HDMI 2) on the rear panel of the BD32, both
of which can be connected to your TV. We recommend to use HDMI 1 since it benefits from the
dedicated Marvell QDEO video processor, and set the “Primary Output” option in the setup menu to
“HDMI 1” (please refer to page 21 for more details).
HDMI Connection to Two (2) TVs
• The two HDMI outputs (HDMI 1 and HDMI 2) available on the rear panel of the BD32 can be
connected to two TVs at the same time, and each output can deliver the digital video and audio
signals.
• We recommend to connect your main TV (the one with larger screen size or the one that you would
watch more often) to HDMI 1 thus to benefit from the dedicated video processor, and set the “Primary
Output” option in the setup menu to “HDMI 2” to make sure that the HDMI 2 can output high bit rate
audio signals (please see more details on page 21).
DVI Connection
• If your TV has a DVI input that supports HDCP*, you can purchase an HDMI-DVI adapter cable to
connect the player to the TV. This connection method delivers digital video to the TV without any
signal degradation. The HDMI video output of the Primare Blu-ray Disc player presents the highest
possible video quality and resolution. We recommend to use HDMI 1 since it can benefit from the
dedicated video processor, and set the “Primary Output” option in the setup menu to “HDMI 1” (please
see more details on page 21).
• Please use audio cables to connect the FL (Front Left) and FR (Front Right) terminals of the player
to the TV. Make sure the audio cables are connected to the same input terminal group on the TV as
the DVI input. Usually the input terminals are marked as “DVI Audio” or “PC Audio”. On some TVs you
may need to use an RCA-3.5mm Mini-Jack adapter cable to connect the audio.
NOTE
HDCP stands for High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection. The HDMI output of the BD32
uses HDCP to encrypt the digital audio and video content. The TV needs to support HDCP so
it can decrypt the content and properly display it.
Component Video Connection
• If your TV has no digital video input but has component video inputs, please use a set of component
video cables to connect the component video output of the player to the TV, and remember to set
the “Primary Output” option in the setup menu to “Analog” (please see more details on page 21). The
connectors are color coded, so please make sure the cable connections match on both ends. The
component video connection will produce a very clear picture with high color accuracy.
• Please use audio cables to connect the FL (Front Left) and FR (Front Right) terminals on the rear
panel of the player to the TV. Make sure the audio cables are connected to the same input terminal
group on the TV as the chosen component video input.
• When the “Primary Output” option in the “Video Setup” section of the Setup menu is set to “HDMI 1” or
“HDMI 2” (see page 21 for details), the component video connection will not output video when playing
a Blu-ray Disc with 1080p 24Hz content, or will only output video with a low resolution (480i/576i)
when playing a DVD. This is not a malfunction. You must set “Primary Output” to “Analog” in order to
properly use the component video connection.
• When playing a Blu-ray Disc, video resolution over the component output can be up to 1080i. 1080p
content will be interlaced into 1080i signal for the component output.
• Video up-conversion over the component output is only available for unencrypted discs such as home
video and consumer-created contents. Most commercially pressed DVD discs are CSS-encrypted and
will be limited to 480i/480p resolution. This restriction applies to the component output only. The HDMI
output is protected with HDCP and has no such restriction.
Connecting to an Audio System
Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier with HDMI Input/Output
• If you have an HDMI-capable receiver that can support HDMI audio, you can simply run an HDMI
cable from the player to your receiver and enable HDMI audio on the receiver (see your receiver’s
owners’ manual for more information). The receiver usually has an HDMI output that you can connect
to your TV to pass the video signal.
• Either of the HDMI output terminals (HDMI 1 and/or HDMI 2) on the rear panel of the BD32 can be
connected to your receiver. Preference should be given to HDMI 1 for video since it’s the only output
on the machine to benefit from the superior Marvell QDEO video processing solution, and set the
“Primary Output” option in the setup menu to “HDMI 1” (please refer to page 21).
NOTE
HDMI is a single cable that can transport both audio AND video from your player to your
display. Be aware, however, that HDMI is an evolving standard, and there could be
compatibility issues. A receiver that supports audio input over HDMI is required. Some
receivers offer HDMI ports solely for video switching. If your receiver does not have audio input
capability, please read the following sections regarding other connection methods.
In order to play multi-channel audio for all formats, the receiver must support HDMI v1.1 or
later. For Blu-ray Disc, a receiver that supports HDMI v1.3 with decoding capability for Dolby
TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio is preferred. Please check the specifications of your
receiver to ensure that it meets the requirements.
The HDMI outputs on the BD32 are HDMI v1.4, which is compatible with HDMI v1.3 and earlier
versions.
Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier with 7.1ch/5.1ch Audio Input
• Please use 8 RCA-style audio interconnect cables to connect the FL (Front Left), FR (Front Right), SL
(Surround Left), SR (Surround Right), C (Center), SW (SubWoofer), SBL (Surround Back Left) and
SBR (Surround Back Right) analog output terminals of the BD32 to the corresponding multi-channel
analog audio input jacks of your A/V receiver or amplifier.
• If the A/V receiver or amplifier only has 5.1ch audio input, do not connect the SBL (Surround Back
Left) and SBR (Surround Back Right) terminals.
Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier with Dolby Digital or DTS Decoder
• Please use either a 75-Ohm coaxial digital audio cable with RCA-style connectors or an S/PDIF optical
digital audio cable to connect one of the digital audio outputs to the corresponding input terminal on
your A/V receiver. For the detailed setup of coaxial/optical signals, please refer to page 26.
NOTE
• Due to bandwidth limitations, high resolution audio formats such as Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution and DTS-HD Master Audio cannot be sent
through the coaxial or optical digital audio output. A reduced resolution version of the same
audio track will be output instead. To listen to high resolution audio formats in their best
quality, please use the HDMI connection if you have a receiver that handles HDMI audio
(see page 3) or use the multi-channel analog outputs if you do not (see page 3).
• Due to copyright restrictions, SACD audio cannot be sent through the coaxial or optical
digital audio output. To listen to SACD, please use the HDMI or analog audio connections.
• Due to copyright restrictions and bandwidth limitations, full resolution audio from DVDAudio discs cannot be sent through the coaxial or optical digital audio output. To listen to
DVD-Audio in full resolution, please use the HDMI or analog audio connections.
Connecting to a Stereo Audio System
• If your audio system offers only stereo audio inputs, or if you would like to connect a dedicated stereo
audio system in addition to the surround audio system which is already connected to the HDMI,
coaxial or optical output, you can connect the dedicated stereo audio system to the FL (Front Left) and
FR (Front Right) terminals of the player.
NOTE
• Depending on the capability of your audio system, you may set up your Blu-ray Disc
player with one of the following configurations: if the audio system does not have surround
speakers, please set the down mix mode to “Stereo”; if the audio system has surround
speakers and Dolby Pro Logic or similar surround audio decoding capability, please set the
down mix mode to “LT/RT”. (Please refer to page 29 for details.)
Connecting to a Display and Audio System using Dual HDMI
• BD32 provides a Dual HDMI connection to make sure you can enjoy the highest possible video quality
and resolution, in addition to the high bit rate audio content. You can use the included HDMI cable
to connect the HDMI 1 output to your HDTV and use another HDMI cable (not included) to connect
the HDMI 2 output to your receiver, also set the “Primary Output” option in the Video Setup section of
the Setup menu to “HDMI 1” (see page 21 for details). In this way you can utilize the dedicated video
processor available for HDMI 1 output, and allow your receiver which has no HDMI 1.4 inputs to work
without any loss on the digital audio signals.
• Keep in mind that while Dual HDMI connection is only a recommended method, in fact, both of the
HDMI outputs (HDMI 1 and 2) on the BD32 can send out digital audio and video signals at the same
time, and can be connected to your TV or receiver/amplifier separately (see page 3 for details).
NOTE
• Please refer to the notes of HDMI connection available on page 3.
• If your receiver does not have audio input capability, please try alternate connection
methods discussed on pages 3 and 4.
Connecting to the Internet
Currently the Primare BD32 supports both Netflix and Blockbuster for instant online media streaming,
as well as in-home network media sharing via My Network which is functionally equivalent to DLNA.
Additional network applications may be added with future firmware updates.
The BD32 also supports the BD-Live feature offered on some Blu-ray Disc titles. BD-Live offers extra
downloadable content and additional online interactive programs. Content available on BD-Live vary by
discs and studios, and may include additional subtitles, commentaries, movie trailers, games, or online
chat.
Connecting the player to the Internet will also allow the player to obtain firmware updates via the Internet.
(See pages v and 31 for more information regarding firmware updates.)
In order to utilize the BD-Live feature or update firmware via the Internet, the player needs to be connected
to a broadband Internet connection. It is not necessary to connect to the Internet if you do not intend to
use the network streaming, BD-Live and online firmware updating functionality.
The BD32 provides two network connection methods: through Ethernet cable or through the external
wireless adaptor included with the player. For the fastest and most stable network connection, we
recommend using Ethernet cable whenever it is possible.
Internet connection through Ethernet cable
• Plug one end of a network cable (Category 5/5E straight Ethernet cable) into the LAN port on the back
of the Primare Blu-ray Disc player.
• Plug the other end of the network cable into a LAN port on the broadband router or modem.
• After physically connecting the player to a broadband Internet connection, some network configuration
may be required. Please refer to the Network Setup section on page 33 for details.
• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the broadband router or modem, or contact the
Internet service provider for questions related to setting up the router or modem.
NOTE
• Only connect the LAN port of the player to an Ethernet port that supports 10BASE-T or
100BASE-TX. Connecting to any other ports or jacks, such as a phone jack, can damage
the player.
• Streaming services such as Netflix and Blockbuster may require membership and may
also be limited to service in the US only.
Internet connection through wireless adaptor
• The wireless adaptor included in the BD32 package has been pre-configured to work with the BD32
player. It is compatible with 802.11b/g/n 2.4GHz wireless networks.
• Make sure the broadband Internet connection is available and the Wi-Fi function on your wireless
router or access point has been turned on, then plug the adaptor into the USB2.0 port on your BD32.
• After the physical connection, some network configuration is required. Please refer to the Network
Setup section on page 33 for details.
• A 2-metre USB extension cable is also included in the package. Connect it between the USB port on
the player and your wireless adaptor if needed.
Custom Installation
External IR (Infrared Remote) Installation
The Primare BD32 Blu-ray Disc Player features an IR IN port on its back panel. If the player is to be
installed in an equipment cabinet where direct line-of-sight is not available for remote control, your custom
home theater installer can purchase an external IR Remote Sensor and plug it into the IR IN port. Place
the sensor head at a location where there is direct line-of-sight to ensure reliable operation.
NOTE
When an external IR sensor is plugged in, the original IR sensor window on the front panel will
be disabled.
Primare cannot guarantee that the IR IN port will be compatible with devices that are not
manufactured by Primare.
Connecting the IR IN port to an incompatible device may result in damage to the connected
device or the player.
RS232 Control
The BD32 has an RS232 control port and can be integrated into most custom home theater control
systems. Please ask your custom installer to contact Primare for the RS232 control protocol.
Easy Setup
The Easy Setup Wizard will help you configure the
basic settings for this player. More detailed settings
can be accessed at the Setup Menu at any time after
finishing or exiting the wizard.
Press OK to initiate the Easy Setup Wizard, press
Cancel to exit this Wizard immediately.
Step: 1/6
Easy Setup
NextPrevious
Step: 2/6
Choose the primary video output that you use.
Better performance will be provided over an HDMI
connection.
Analog
HDMI 1
HDMI 2
Enter
Access the Easy Setup Wizard
When the player is turned on for the first time, an Easy Setup Wizard screen will appear. It is a series of
guided instructions designed to configure the basic settings for the player.
To start the Easy Setup Wizard, please follow these steps:
1) Turn on the TV.
2) Turn on the player.
3) Switch the input selection on your TV so that the TV displays the signal from the player. You should
see the first step of the Easy Setup Wizard.
If the Easy Setup Wizard has previously been completed or canceled, it will no longer initiate when you
turn on the player. Instead, you will see the background screen with the Primare and Blu-ray Disc logos. To
access Easy Setup Wizard, please press the SETUP button on the remote control, select Device Setup,
then Reset Factory Default. Select “OK” to confirm loading the factory default settings. Once the factory
default settings are loaded the Easy Setup Wizard will appear.
The first step of the Easy Setup Wizard allows you to skip the entire wizard. If you are familiar with setting
up audio/video equipment and would like to customize the player settings using its Setup Menu, you may
use the < and > buttons to select the “Cancel” option, then press the SELECT key to exit the Easy Setup
Wizard. Otherwise, to continue with the Easy Setup Wizard, select the “OK” option and press the SELECT
key.
Choose the Primar y Video Output
The player can output video through its HDMI and component output terminals. By setting the “Primary
Video Output” option, the player can optimize video output of the selected terminal. The choices are “HDMI
1”, “HDMI 2” and “Analog”. If you connect the player to the TV using an HDMI cable (see Method 1 on
page 3, Method 2 on page 3, Method 4 on page 3, or Method 8 on page 4), please select “HDMI 1” or
“HDMI 2” correspondingly. If you connect the player to the TV using component video cables (see Method
3 on page 3), please select “Analog”.
Please note: The best performance will be provided over the HDMI connection. Between the two HDMI
outputs, HDMI 1 should be given priority for use since it benefits from the superior Marvell QDEO video
processing solution.
To make your selection, use the A and V buttons to highlight the choice, and then press the SELECT
button to go to the next step.
Select the Best Output Resolution
The rule of thumb when selecting an output resolution is to match the “native resolution” of your TV
or display device as closely as possible. The “native resolution” is the resolution of the actual display
component in the TV, such as the Plasma panel, LCD panel, or DLP™ chip. The TV may accept input
signals with lower or higher resolutions than its native resolution. In such cases the electronics in the TV
will up-scale or down-scale the video to fit its display component. Unfortunately many TVs on the market
only do an average job scaling the video. On the other hand, if you set the Primare Blu-ray Disc Player to
output a resolution that matches or is very close to the native resolution of the TV, you are more likely to
get a great picture.
For the latest generation of 1080p, “Full HD” or “True HD” displays, the best output resolution will naturally
be 1080p. (A few early model 1080p displays do not accept 1080p signal. For these displays the best
output resolution to use is 1080i.) For all other digital televisions this will likely be 720p. For CRT tube or
rear projection televisions this will likely be 1080i. For EDTV displays (very rare if they have HDMI or DVI)
this will be 480p (NTSC) or 576p (PAL). These are general recommendations that work for most users, but
there can be exceptions. Advanced users may want to try all supported resolutions and choose the one
that provides the best visual result.
The Primare Blu-ray Disc Player supports a special “Source Direct” output resolution on its HDMI output.
This resolution is recommended for use with external video processors or high-end TVs. In “Source Direct”
mode, the player works as a “transport”. It decodes video from the discs and then sends the raw video
signal in its native resolution and format, without extra processing, to the external video processor or TV.
Content Source Direct Output Resolution
NTSC DVD 480i
PAL DVD 576i
Most Blu-ray Movies (film-source) 1080p 23.976Hz or 1080p 24Hz
Most Blu-ray TV shows or Concerts
(video-source)
1080i
SACD and DVD-Audio 1080i
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Choose the output resolution which best matches
your TV.
Change will be applied immediately. You will have
15 seconds to either save the new setting or
rollback to the previous output resolution.
720p
Auto
480p/576p
480i/576i
Source Direct
1080i
1080p
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Choose the output resolution which best matches
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Confirm Output Resolution
The output resolution has been changed.
Select OK to save the new setting. Select
Cancel to rollback to the previous output
resolution.
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Standard Definition, or 4:3 TV Wide screen, or 16:9 TV
Original Content
TV Screen Appearance
16:94:3
Pan & ScanLetterbox
16:9
4:3
Wide Wide/Auto
The actual output resolution varies by content:
Depending on your selection of “Primary Video Output”, the available output resolution selections will differ.
For the HDMI 1 and HDMI 2 output, the following output resolutions are available: Auto, 1080p, 1080i,
720p, 480p/576p, 480i/576i, and Source Direct. If “Auto” is selected, the player will determine its output
resolution based on the best signal resolution that the TV can display.
For the Analog (component) output, the following output resolutions are available: 1080p, 1080i, 720p,
480p/576p and 480i/576i. Please note 1080p only applies to HDMI output, if it is selected for component
video outputs, it will automatically be down-scaled to 1080i. Please refer to the specifications of your TV to
find the best resolution to use.
the selected resolution, you may see a black screen or an error message. In this case please wait for 15
seconds and the Easy Setup screen will reappear. Select a different resolution that your TV can support.
NOTE
If you cannot get a picture using the HDMI or Analog (component) output, please connect the
player to the TV using the composite video output, and then use the Setup Menu to adjust the
player settings.
Video up-conversion over the Analog (component) output is only available for unencrypted
discs such as home video and consumer-created contents. Most commercially pressed DVD
discs are CSS-encrypted and will be limited to 480i/480p resolution. This restriction applies
to the component output only. The HDMI output is protected with HDCP and has no such
restriction.
Determine the Display Aspect Ratio
The aspect ratio is the proportional ratio of a TV screen’s width and height. Older television sets generally
have a 4:3 aspect ratio – the width is 4/3 (or 1.33) times the height. Newer wide screen television sets
have a 16:9 aspect ratio – the width is 16/9 (or 1.78) times the height. For best performance, the video
output of your player needs to match the screen aspect ratio of your TV. Since almost all Blu-ray Discs and
many DVD discs are released in the wide screen format, it is highly recommended that you use a wide
screen TV with the player.
The Aspect Ratio selections are 4:3 Letterbox, 4:3 Pan & Scan, 16:9 Wide and 16:9 Wide/Auto. Depending
on your selection and the video format recorded on the discs, image appearance on the TV screen can be
one of the following:
Press the A and V buttons to select the desired output resolution, then press the SELECT button. The
player will apply the selected output resolution and ask you to confirm the selection. If your TV supports
the selected resolution, you will see a dialog box with a count-down clock. Use the < button to highlight
the “OK” option and press the SELECT button to save the resolution setting. If your TV does not support
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Choose the desired Aspect Ratio for your TV.
4:3 Letterbox: For 4:3 TV. Wide screen content
will be displayed in a letterbox.
4:3 Pan & Scan: For 4:3 TV. Wide screen
content may be cropped on the sides.
16:9 Wide: For 16:9 TV.
16:9 Wide/Auto: For 16:9 TV. 4:3 content will be
displayed with side borders.
4:3 Pan & Scan
16:9 Wide
4:3 Letterbox
16:9 Wide/Auto
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Select the audio setting.
Compatible: For televisions and receivers with
HDMI 1.1/1.2 or Optical/Coaxial connections.
Advanced: For receivers with HDMI 1.3 or higher
version only. Secondary audio program is turned
off by default.
Audio settings can be further customized in the setup menu.
Advanced
Compatible
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Easy Setup Wizard completed.
Press the Enter button to exit.
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If you have a 4:3 or standard definition screen, select one of these options:
• 4:3 Letterbox – 4:3 TV Letterbox. Choose when the display is 4:3. Widescreen image is displayed in
“letterbox” format with black borders on top and bottom (preferred).
• 4:3 Pan & Scan – 4:3 TV Pan and Scan. Choose when the display is 4:3. Both sides of a widescreen
image are clipped (you lose about 30% of the picture).
If you have a widescreen (16:9) display, select one of these options:
• 16:9 Wide – 16:9 (widescreen) sources will be displayed in their native aspect ratio, and 4:3 sources
will be horizontally stretched.
• 16:9 Wide/Auto – 16:9 (widescreen) as well as 4:3 sources will be displayed in their native aspect
ratio. Please note that in this mode 4:3 sources will be displayed with black borders on both left and
right sides to maintain the correct 4:3 aspect ratio.
Press the A and V buttons to select the proper aspect ratio for your TV, then press the SELECT button.
Select the Audio Setting
The Blu-ray Disc format brings not only high resolution video, but also high bit rate audio such as Dolby
Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD High Resolution and DTS-HD Master Audio. Blu-ray Discs may also
include additional audio features such as menu click sound and Secondary Audio Program (SAP – audio
associated with the secondary video in Picture-in-Picture mode). Depending on the user preferences and
other audio/video equipment connected to the player, the audio settings need to be adjusted to achieve
the best result. The Easy Setup Wizard offers two basic selections to get you started.
The “Compatible” setting configures audio output in a way that is generally compatible with all types of
equipment and content. If you connect the player to a television directly, or to a receiver with an HDMI
1.1/1.2 or optical/coaxial input, selecting the “Compatible” setting is recommended. When menu click
sound and Secondary Audio Program are presented in the content, those will be mixed into the audio
output.
The “Advanced” setting configures audio output to send the original main audio content to a connected
receiver for decoding and reproducing. It requires a receiver capable of decoding all high bit rate audio
formats. If you connect the player to a receiver supporting HDMI 1.3 or higher version and high bit rate
audio formats, selecting the “Advanced” setting is recommended. Menu click sound and Secondary Audio
Program are turned off by default.
Press the A and V buttons to select one of the audio setting choices, and then press the SELECT button.
The two basic audio setting choices may not cover all situations. You can further customize the audio
settings using the player ’s Setup Menu.
Complete the Easy Setup Wizard
Once you have selected the audio setting, the initial Easy Setup Wizard is completed.
Press the SELECT button to close the Easy Setup Wizard. Your player is now ready for use. You will see
a background screen with an Primare and Blu-ray Disc logo.
Please follow the rest of the User Manual for basic and advanced operations. Enjoy your new Primare Bluray Disc Player!
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