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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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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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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Disc Playback
1 Press the O button to turn on the player.
2 Press the å button to eject the disc tray.
3 Place the disc with the label side facing up and the recorded side facing down.
4 Press the å button again to retract the tray.
5 The player will read the disc information and starts playback.
6 Depending on the content of the disc, a menu or navigation screen may appear. Please use the
navigation and SELECT buttons to select the content to play.
7 To stop playback, press the * button.
8 To turn off the player, press the O button.
NOTE
• During DVD and some Blu-ray Disc playback, pressing the * button for the first time
brings the player to a pre-stop mode. You can resume playback from the stopped point by
pressing the > button. This pre-stop mode allows you to change the player settings and
then resume playback. To completely stop playback, press the * button twice.
• Certain Blu-ray Discs with BD-Java technology do not support the pre-stop mode. Pressing
the * button during playback of such discs will completely stop the disc. Pressing the >
button once the disc is stopped will restart it from the very beginning.
• This unit consumes a tiny amount of power even when it is turned off to STANDBY mode.
If it is not to be used for a long time, unplug it from the household AC outlet.
Fast Playback
You may fast forward or reverse during playback.
1. Press the ˘ button on the remote control or hold down the ˘ button on the front panel and the
player starts fast forward playback. Each press of the ˘ button switches the playback speed in the
following sequence:
NOTE
• Certain Blu-ray Discs utilizing the BD-Java technology may have their own fast forwarding
and reversing control. The actual speed varies by disc, and a progress scale may be
displayed by the disc.
Pause and Frame-by-Frame
1. During playback, press the >/= button on the remote control or the = button on the front panel to
temporarily pause the program. In this mode, a PAUSE icon will appear on the TV screen.
2. While a DVD or Blu-ray Disc is paused, press the [ or ] button on the remote control or the ¯ or
˘ button on the front panel to reverse or advance the video frame-by-frame.
3. Press the >/= button on the remote control or the = button on the front panel to resume normal
playback.
NOTE
If the screen saver is set to “On” or “Energy Saver” (please refer to page 23 for details), after
pausing for 3 minutes the player will activate the screen saver.
Slow Playback
To play the video in slow-motion, please use the following steps.
1. Press the >/= button on the remote control or the = button on the front panel to pause the playback
first.
2. Press the ˘ button on the remote control or hold down the ˘ button on the front panel to select
a forward slow playback speed. Each press of the FWD button switches the playback speed in the
following sequence:
3. Press the ¯ button on the remote control or hold down the ¯ button on the front panel to select
a reverse slow playback speed. Each press of the REV button switches the playback speed in the
following sequence:
2. Press the ¯ button on the remote control or hold down the ¯ button on the front panel and the
player starts fast reverse playback. Each press of the ¯ button switches the playback speed in the
following sequence:
4. To exit the slow playback mode, press the >/= button on the remote control or the > button on the
front panel.
NOTE
• Certain Blu-ray Discs utilizing the BD-Java technology may not support slow playback.
Blu-ray Disc Menu Playback
1. Blu-ray Discs usually contain a Top Menu and a Pop-up Menu. The Top Menu normally appears at
the beginning of the playback, after the previews and copyright messages. The Pop-up Menu can be
accessed during the movie without interrupting playback.
2. During playback, press the POP button to access the Pop-up Menu. Press the MENU button to access
the Top Menu.
3. Navigate the menu using the arrow buttons, and then press the SELECT button to make the selection.
4. Some menus make use of the colour buttons. You can select menu functions by pressing the
corresponding colour button on the remote control.
DVD Menu Playback
1. Some DVD discs contain title menu or chapter menu functions.
2. During playback, press the MENU button to return to the disc title menu. Press the POP button to
display the chapter menu. Depending on the disc, one or both menus may not exist.
3. Navigate the menu using the arrow buttons, and then press the SELECT button to make the selection.
4. Press and hold down the < arrow button to return to the previous menu. The return location varies by
disc.
On-Screen Display
1. During the playback of a DVD or Blu-ray Disc, press the DISP button on the remote control to show
status information; For CD and SACD, the status information is shown automatically.
2. While the status information is shown, press the A and V buttons to scroll through several display
formats. The playback time information displayed on the front panel changes together with the onscreen display.
3. Press the DISP button again to hide the on-screen display. The playback time information display on
the front panel will remain in the selected format.
The following display formats are available:
DVD and Blu-ray Disc:
In addition to the playback time, the on-screen display may also contain the following information about the
content currently playing:
• Playback status: an icon indicating play, pause, and fast forward/reverse status.
• Bit rate meter: an indication of the bit rate of the audio and video stream.
• Current and total title numbers. (DVD and Blu-ray Discs)
• Current and total chapter numbers of the current title. (DVD and Blu-ray Discs)
• Current and total tracks. (CD and SACD)
• Audio information: current and total available number of audio tracks, language, format, and channels.
• Subtitle information: current and total available number of subtitle tracks and language.
• Video format information: encoding type, frame rate and original aspect ratio.
Audio Language/Track Selection
1. To select the audio language or track, press the AUDIO button on the remote control during playback.
2. Repeat pressing the AUDIO button or use the A and V buttons to choose from all available language
or audio tracks.
NOTE
Availability of languages and audio channels varies by disc. Some DVD-Audio discs allow
audio track selection with the AUDIO button, while others require the user to select from the
audio setup menu of the disc. When playing an SACD with both multi-channel and stereo
contents, the AUDIO button can be used to switch between the two formats.
Subtitle Selection
1. When playing a DVD, Blu-ray Disc or other video programs recorded with subtitles, press the BAL/ST
button on the remote control to select the desired subtitle.
2. Repeat pressing the BAL/ST button or use the A and V buttons to choose from all available subtitles.
3. To turn off subtitles, select “Off” from the list.
Angle Selection
1. When playing a DVD or Blu-ray Disc, an angle mark will be displayed on the screen when the player
detects scenes recorded with multiple angles:
CD and SACD:
The angle mark is also presented on the front panel display.
2. Press the ANG button on the remote control to select the desired playing angle.
3. To resume normal playback, repeat pressing the ANG button until the default angle is displayed.
NOTE
• This function is available only when the discs are recorded with multiple angles.
• The angle mark on the screen can be turned off using the Setup Menu of the player. (see
page 22)
BD-Live
Some Blu-ray Disc titles are released with the BD-Live feature. BD-Live offers extra downloadable
contents and additional online interactive programs. The available BD-Live contents vary by discs and
studios, and may include additional subtitles, commentaries, preview trailers, games, and online chat. The
player needs to be connected to the Internet in order to play BD-Live contents (see page 4).
Depending on how the studios organize their BD-Live contents, some Blu-ray Discs may start downloading
BD-Live contents when playback starts; some have a BD-Live selection on its main menu; some may
show a prompt to ask whether you would like to start downloading; and some may ask you to sign up for a
membership or account. Please follow the instructions that come with the disc to enjoy BD-Live contents.
Your Internet connection speed, the overall Internet traffic situation and the capacity of the BD-Live content
servers can all affect how fast BD-Live contents can be downloaded. If you encounter slow downloading
or intermittent playback, please play the disc without accessing the BD-Live features, or try again at a
different time.
When you use the BD-Live feature, the player or disc ID and your IP (Internet Protocol) address may
be sent to the content provider via the Internet. Generally, no personally identifiable information is sent.
However technologies exist to match your IP address to a certain geographical area or service provider.
Your Internet service provider also has the knowledge of who is using which IP address. If the BD-Live
content provider requires you to login using a membership or account, the content provider will have
access to your membership or account information. Please check with your Internet service provider and
the BD-Live content providers for their privacy policy.
You can choose to restrict BD-Live Access using the player’s Setup Menu (see page 33).
NTSC output via HDMI 1 or HDMI 2:
Auto 1080p(60Hz/24Hz) 1080i 60Hz 720p 60Hz
480p 480i Source Direct
PAL output via HDMI 1 or HDMI 2:
Auto 1080p(50Hz/24Hz) 1080i 50Hz 720p 50Hz
576p 576i Source Direct
NTSC output via Analog (component):
1080p 60Hz* 1080i 60Hz 720p 60Hz 480p 480i
PAL output via Analog (component):
1080p 50Hz* 1080i 50Hz 720p 50Hz 576p 576i
1:1 (No zooming) Stretch/Compress Full Screen
Under Scan 1.2 1.3 1.5 2.0 ½ Back to 1:1 again
TV System Selection
While you may want to set the video output system (NTSC/PAL) to the same as that supported by your TV,
realize that the Primare Blu-ray Disc Player will convert any content that is not in the correct format your
TV understands.
Some points to keep in mind:
• When the video output is set to PAL or NTSC system, the player will convert the disc content to the
selected system.
• When the video output is set to “Multi”, the player will not perform system conversion. The “Multi”
mode is only to be used if your TV supports both NTSC and PAL systems.
• Some TV sets only support one of the NTSC or PAL systems. If the wrong output is selected, the TV
may not display a picture.
• The output system can be changed between PAL and NTSC by setting the “TV System” item in the
“Video Setup” section of the player’s Setup Menu. (Refer to page 22 for details.)
Output Resolution
The Primare BD32 Blu-ray Disc Player supports multiple output resolutions. For detailed discussion on
how to choose the best output resolution, please refer to “Select the Best Output Resolution” on page 6 of
this manual.
If you would like to change the output resolution, you may do so by pressing the RES button on the
remote control:
1. Make sure the video cable is properly connected.
2. Turn on the TV. Adjust the TV to use the proper input (HDMI, DVI or Component).
3. Make sure that the player is turned on. Although the output resolution can be changed “on the fly”, it
is recommended that you stop playback and take out the disc before changing the output resolution.
Press the RES button. A “Resolution Setting” menu appears on the TV screen. If the TV does
not support the current resolution and you cannot see the “Resolution Setting” menu, the current
resolution is also displayed on the front panel.
4. Use the A and V buttons to select the new output resolution. You may also press the RES button
multiple times to cycle through the available output resolutions. The new resolution is also displayed
on the front panel if you cannot see the “Resolution Setting” menu on the TV screen.
5. Press the SELECT button to apply the selected output resolution. Or, if you do not want to change the
output resolution, press and hold down the < arrow button to exit.
The following output resolutions are available:
* When 1080p is selected for the Analog output, the actual component output resolution will be 1080i.
NOTE
• Some TV sets do not support one or more output resolutions (particularly 1080p). If an
incompatible output resolution is selected, you will get a blank screen or an error message.
In this case please press RES repeatedly to cycle through the available output resolutions
until the picture is restored.
• If you cannot get a picture using the HDMI or component output, please connect the player
to the TV using the composite video output, then use the Setup Menu to adjust the player
settings.
• 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.
Zooming and Aspect Ratio Control
This feature zooms in or out of the displayed frame and also changes the aspect ratio (image width vs.
height).
To change the zoom level, press the ZOOM button on the remote control. Each press of the ZOOM button
will switch the zoom level in sequence.
Zoom Levels for HDMI 1 Output
The following zoom levels are available when “Primary Output” is set to “HDMI 1”:
Original 2.35:1
Widescreen Movie
“Stretch” Zoom Projected through
an Anamorphic Lens
Original 2.35:1 Widescreen Movie “Full Screen” Zoom
1:1 “Compress” Zoom “Full Screen” Zoom
1:1 “Stretch” Zoom “Full Screen” Zoom
1:1 (No zooming) Stretch/Compress Full Screen
Under Scan 1.2 1.3 1.5 2.0 ½ Back to 1:1 again
The zoom level is reset to 1:1 when the disc is ejected, or when the player is turned off.
The available zoom levels depend on the “TV Aspect Ratio” setting in the Setup Menu and the aspect ratio
of the DVD or Blu-ray Disc. The following zoom levels may be useful for some special applications:
1) Playing 16:9 BD or DVD when “TV Aspect Ratio” is set to “16:9 Wide” or “16:9 Wide/Auto”
• Stretch – The image is vertically stretched by 1.33 times. For movies with 2.35:1 aspect ratio, this
zoom level cuts off the black borders at the top and bottom of the image. Users of projector with
anamorphic lens may find this mode helpful.
• Full Screen – The image is stretched by 1.33 times for both vertical and horizontal directions. For
movies with 2.35:1 aspect ratio, this zoom level cuts off the black borders at the top and bottom
of the image while maintaining the correct aspect ratio. The left and right sides of the image are
slightly cropped.
2) Playing 4:3 BD or DVD when “TV Aspect Ratio” is set to “16:9 Wide”
• 1:1 - The image fills up the entire 16:9 screen but is horizontally stretched. Figures may look
shorter and wider than they should be.
• Compress – The player maintains the correct 4:3 aspect ratio and adds borders to the left and
right sides of the image. The brightness level of the borders can be set by the “Border Level”
setting in the “Picture Adjustment” section of the Setup Menu.
• Full Screen – This zoom level maintains the correct aspect ratio but crops the top and bottom
slightly in order to fit the 4:3 image to the 16:9 screen.
3) Playing 4:3 BD or DVD when “TV Aspect Ratio” is set to “16:9 Wide/Auto”
• 1:1 – The player maintains the correct 4:3 aspect ratio and adds borders to the left and right sides
of the image.
• Stretch – The image is horizontally stretched by 1.33 times. This zoom level fills up the 16:9
screen, but figures may look shorter and wider than they should be.
• Full Screen – This zoom level maintains the correct aspect ratio but crops the top and bottom
slightly in order to fit the 4:3 image to the 16:9 screen.
The “Under Scan” zoom level shrinks the image by 5%. This zoom level may be used to compensate for
TVs that over scan, so the viewer can see the entire image area with no cropping. All other zoom levels
are indicated by their respective zoom ratio.
NOTE
• Some early DVD titles (released from 1997 until early 2000’s) use a 4:3 non-anamorphic
widescreen aspect ratio. When played on a 16:9 display, the content is shown in a small
window with black borders on all four sides. The top and bottom borders are encoded into
the video. The left and right borders are added by the player to maintain the correct aspect
ratio. For this type of discs the “Full Screen” zoom mode can be used to eliminate the
borders.
• Due to the dominance of wide screen or 16:9 TV, NO specific ZOOM levels are provided
for “TV Aspect Ratio” of “4:3 Letterbox” or “4:3 Pan & Scan”
Zoom Levels for HDMI 2 & Analog (Component) Video Output
The following zoom levels are available when “Primary Output” is set to “HDMI 2 & Analog”:
NOTE
• The ZOOM feature may not be available when certain DVD or Blu-ray Discs are played
because the disc author chooses to disable ZOOM.
DVD and DVD-Audio:
Repeat Chapter Repeat Title Repeat OffRepeat All
Blu-ray Disc:
Repeat Chapter Repeat Title Repeat Off
CD and SACD:
Repeat One Repeat All Repeat Off
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Title Search
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Subtitle Shift
For customers using a 2.35:1 “Constant Image Height” video projection system, subtitles may get cut off
because they are positioned outside of the active video area. The Subtitle Shift feature can be useful to
these customers. The player can shift subtitles up or down so they are displayed within the active video
area.
To shift the display position of subtitles, please follow these steps:
1. When playing a DVD, Blu-ray Disc or other video programs recorded with subtitles, select the desired
subtitle from the disc menu or using the remote. (Please refer to page 10 of this manual.)
2. Press and hold the BAL/ST button on the remote control until the “Shift Subtitle Position” prompt
appears on the screen.
3. Wait until some subtitle text is shown on the screen. Use the A and V buttons to move the subtitle
text to the desired position.
4. Press the SELECT button to set the subtitle display position.
Once the “Subtitle Shift” position is set, it is remembered by the player in the Video Setup > Display
Options > Subtitle Shift setup menu option. The setting will be applied to subtitles of all DVD and Blu-ray
Discs from now on. You can also change the setup menu item directly. Please refer to the “Video Setup”
section beginning at page 22 of this manual for details.
Repeat Playback
To repeat a certain chapter, title, track or disc, press the REPEAT button on the remote control.
Each press of the REPEAT button switches the repeat mode in the following sequence:
Selecting the Shuffle or Random mode cancels any Repeat mode you may be using. Similarly, selecting a
Repeat mode cancels any Shuffle or Random mode.
Playback by Chapter or Track Number
During the playback of a disc, you can use the NUMBER buttons on the remote control to directly jump to
a specified chapter or track number. For example:
• To select the seventh track, press the [7] button.
• To select the 16th track, press [1] followed by [6] in quick succession:
NOTE
• Certain DVD-Audio and Blu-ray Discs may not allow for direct chapter selection.
Playback from a Specific Location
DVD and Blu-ray Discs
During the playback of a DVD or Blu-ray Disc, you may specify a location to start playback by entering the
title, chapter or time directly. Press the GOTO button to bring up the on-screen display.
On top of the video screen, the on-screen display information has the following components (from left to
right): Playing Status, Title, Chapter, Time Counter, Progress Indicator, and Total Time. After pressing the
GOTO button for the first time, the cursor will be positioned at the Time Counter. This is the “Time Search”
mode. Each subsequent press of the GOTO button will switch the search mode in the following sequence:
1. Title time search. For example, search for a specified time within the currently playing title.
• Press the GOTO button to bring up the on-screen display. The cursor will be positioned at the
Time Counter. Use the number or arrow buttons to enter the hours, minutes and seconds for your
specified search and press the SELECT button.
NOTE
• Certain Blu-ray Discs may not allow for repeating.
Shuffle and Random Playback
When playing a CD or SACD, press the BLUE button on the remote control to activate the Shuffle and
Random modes. Each press of the BLUE button switches the playback mode in the following sequence:
In normal playback mode, each track is played back in sequential order. As the name implies, the Random
playback mode randomly selects a track to play. The Shuffle mode also plays back the tracks in random
order, but it ensures that each track is played only once.
2. Chapter time search. For example, search for a specified time within the currently playing chapter.
• Press the DISP button to bring up the on-screen display. Use the A or V button to switch the
display to Chapter Time mode (note the icon placed on the left of the Time Counter changes
from the Title icon to the Chapter icon). Press the GOTO button to position the cursor at the Time
Counter, then use the number or arrow buttons to enter the hours, minutes and seconds for your
specified search and press the SELECT button.
3. Chapter search. For example, search for Chapter 7 of the currently playing title.
• Repeatedly press the GOTO button until the cursor is positioned at the Chapter location. Use the
1 / 7 5 / 25 00:22:14 00:40:06
1 / 7 5 / 25 00:22:14 00:40:06
1 / 8 00:08:16 00:12:33
(Track or Disc)Time Search Track Search
On-screen Display
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number or arrow buttons to enter or select 7 and press the SELECT button.
4. Title search. For example, search for Title 6 of the currently playing disc.
• Repeatedly press the GOTO button until the cursor is positioned at the Title location. Use the
number or arrow buttons to enter or select 6 and press the SELECT button.
NOTE
• Some discs may prohibit the search operation. You will not be able to select a search
location, or you may get an “invalid operation” icon after specifying a search location.
• Some Blu-ray Discs feature their own search function. Please follow the on-screen
instructions to use the search function provided by such discs.
CD and SACD discs
You may specify a point to start playback by entering the disc elapsed time, track elapsed time or track
number directly. When playing CD and SACD discs, the on-screen display automatically shows on the TV
screen:
The on-screen display has the following components (from left to right): Playing Status, Track Number,
Time Counter, Progress Indicator, and Total Time.
To specify a playback location using one of the following search modes, press the GOTO button. Each
press of the GOTO button switches the search mode in the following sequence:
3. Select a track. For example, search for Track 6 of the currently playing disc.
• Repeatedly press the GOTO button until the cursor is placed on the Track Number position. Use
the number or arrow buttons to enter or select Track 6 and press the SELECT button.
Memory and Automatic Resume
1. The player automatically remembers the current position when playback is interrupted. Operations
such as STOP, OPEN/EJECT or turning POWER off will cause the player to save the current playing
position.
2. The position is memorized even after turning off the unit or changing the disc.
3. When the next time the disc with a memorized playing position is played back, the player will
recognize the saved playing position. Playback will automatically resume from this saved position.
However if you wish to cancel the automatic resume and start playback from the beginning, you may
press the * button when prompted.
4. The player can remember playback position for up to 5 discs. When the sixth disc is memorized, the
oldest one is replaced.
NOTE
• Some Blu-ray Discs do not support resuming and will always play from the beginning.
1. Track time search. For example, search for a specified time within the currently playing track.
• Press the GOTO button to place the cursor on the track Time Counter. Use the number or arrow
buttons to enter the hours, minutes and seconds for your specified search and press the SELECT
button.
2. Disc time search. For example, search for a specified elapsed time of the entire disc.
• While the on-screen display is shown, press the A or V button to switch the Time Counter to Disc
Time mode. Press the GOTO button to place the cursor at the Disc Time Counter. Use the number
or arrow buttons to enter the hours, minutes and seconds for your specified search and press the
SELECT button.
In addition to playing standard disc-based formats such as Blu-ray Disc, DVD, CD and SACD, the BD32
can play media files. You can enjoy digital music, movies and photos stored on an optical disc (recordable
CD or DVD), a USB (Universal Serial Bus) drive, or an e- SATA (external Serial ATA) drive. Due to the
variation of media, encoding software and techniques used, compatibility cannot be guaranteed for all
user-created or downloaded contents. Support for such contents is on a best effort basis.
Playback from a USB or e-SATA Drive
The BD32 is equipped with a USB port and an e-SATA port on the back panel. You may use the USB port
to plug in a USB drive, or the e-SATA port to plug in an e-SATA drive.
The USB ports are rated to provide a maximum of 5V, 1000mA power to the USB drive. It is sufficient
for USB thumb drives and flash memory card readers, but may not be sufficient for USB hard disks. It is
recommended to check with your drive manufacturer for power requirement, or use an external power
supply.
For the e-SATA port, you need to use an e-SATA drive with an external power supply.
The e-SATA port on the BD32 does NOT support “hot-plug”. To avoid any damage to your drive and the
port, please always plug in or unplug the drive when the player is turned off.
NOTE
• This unit supports “USB Mass Storage Class Bulk-Only Transport” devices only. Most USB
thumbs drives, portable hard disk drives and card readers conform to this device class
Other USB devices such as MP3 players, digital cameras, and mobile phones may not be
compatible.
• Supported USB drives can be formatted with the FAT (File Allocation Table), FAT32 or
NTFS (New Technology File System) file system.
• In some cases, an incompatible USB/e-SATA device may cause the player to stop
responding. If this occurs simply turn off the power, remove the USB device, and turn the
player back on.
• The player accesses the USB drive in read-only mode. In order to minimize the risk of
data corruption, it is recommended that you only unplug the USB device when playback is
completely stopped.
• DO NOT attempt to plug in a USB connector to the e-SATA port, or plug in an e-SATA
connector to the USB port(s). This might damage both your drive and the port(s).
The Home Menu
When a USB/e-SATA drive or an optical disc stored with media files is inserted, the player presents a
“Home Menu” to assist you in navigating and playing the files. You can also bring up the Home Menu with
the HOME button on the remote control. The Home Menu is the starting point for accessing media files.
There are 12 selections in the HOME Menu:
• Depending on what type of media files that you intend to play, you can choose among the “Music”,
“Movie” and “Photo” categories.
• “My Network” is an experimental feature right now. It enables the player to stream audio, video and
photo from media servers on the home network.
• “Netflix” connects you to your Netflix account and provides online movie streaming capability.
• “Blockbuster” connects you to your Blockbuster account and provides online movie rental, purchase
and streaming capability.
• “VUDU” connects you to your VUDU HD Movies account and provides online movie and TV Show
rental, purchase and streaming capability.
• “Film Fresh” connects you to your Film Fresh account and provides online movie and TV Show rental,
purchase and streaming capability.
• “Picasa” connects you to your Picasa account and provides online photo viewing and sharing
capability.
• “Pandora” connects you to your Pandora account and provides personalised internet radio service.
• “Internet” contains the shortcuts to Netflix and Blockbuster, as well as the additional network
applications which are added later in the future.
• “YouTube” provides uninterrupted stream of HD videos from YouTube like you were watching a normal
television channel.
NOTE
• The experimental features are not officially supported. Primare does not offer technical
support via email or phone for these experimental features.
• Different internet streaming applications may have different function mappings to the BD32
remote control. To exit Netflix, press HOME button. To exit Blockbuster, Film Fresh and
Picasa, either press HOME button or repeatedly press RETURN button till the Home Menu
shows.
M E D I A F I L E P L A Y B A C K
Playing Music Files
To play digital music files stored on an optical
disc, USB or e-SATA drive, select “Music” from
the Home Menu. A file browser will appear to
assist you in navigating the files and folders.
The first step is to select the “Data Disc”, USB or
e-SATA device that contains the music files. The
player will take a moment to read the media and
list the folders and music files.
01 / 11 items
Title: Prelude I C major
Artist: Various
Album: J.S. Bach
Genre: Classical
All Music
Playlist
Browser
Now Playing
0
USB1
..
Prelude I C major
Prelude II C minor
C sharp major
C sharp minor
D major
D minor
E flat major
Music
Back
Add to Playlist
In the music browser, you can perform the
following operations:
x Press the UP/DOWN ARROW or PAGE
UP/DOWN buttons to move the cursor and
select music files.
x When a music file is highlighted by the
cursor, press the ENTER or PLAY button
to start playback.
x Press the GREEN color button to add the
currently highlighted music file to the
Playlist. A green check mark will appear in
front of the file name, and the Playlist count
in the lower left corner of the screen will
increase by one.
x Press the LEFT ARROW button to move the cursor to the Selection Menu in the lower left corner of
the screen. This menu contains the following choices:
o All Music – List all music files in a flat view without any directory structure.
o Playlist – List only music files added to the Playlist.
o Browser – List folders and music files according to the original directory structure on the
disc or USB drive.
o Now Playing – Show the status of the currently playing music file.
o Press the RIGHT ARROW button to move the cursor back to the file listing.
If a music file starts playing and there is no other user operation, the “Now Playing” screen will appear
after a few seconds. You can also get to this screen using the “Now Playing” menu. This screen can
show the following information:
x Playback status: Play, Stop, Pause
x Playback mode: Shuffle, Random, Repeat One, Repeat All
x Playback progress: track and time
x Other embedded information: If the music file contains supported album art image and tags,
those will be displayed.
M E D I A F I L E P L A Y B A C K
Back
Shuffle/Random
Play
Prelude I C major
02:40 / 05:38
1 / 11
Title: Prelude I C major
Artist: Various
Album: J.S. Bach
Genre: Classical
The following operations are available while
the “Now Playing” screen is shown:
x Normal playback control: PLAY,
STOP, PAUSE, PREV/NEXT, REV,
and FWD
x Special playback mode: REPEAT and
Shuffle/Random (BLUE color button)
x Return to the Browser without stopping
the music: RETURN
x Stop playback and return to the
Browser: Press STOP twice.
Playing Movie Files
To play movie files stored on an optical disc, USB or e-SATA drive, select “Movie” from the Home Menu. A
file browser will appear to assist you in navigating the files and folders.
1 / 3 items
Data Disc
USB1
HDD1
Movie
Back
The first step is to select the “Data Disc”, USB or
e-SATA device that contains the movie files. The
player will take a moment to read the media and
list the folders and movie files.
04 / 11 items
USB1
..
CD-R
Classic
Action
New Year Concert
Soccer Match Jul-08
Kingdom
Hitchhiker
Total Time: 3:00:35
Resolution: 640x352
Frame Rate: 24 fps
Format: AVI
Back
Movie
In the movie browser, you can perform the
following operations:
x Press the UP/DOWN ARROW or PAGE
UP/DOWN buttons to move the cursor and
select movie files.
x When a movie file is highlighted by the
cursor, press the ENTER or PLAY button
to start playback.
Once a movie file starts playing, the normal
playback control functions are available. To
stop the movie and return to the file browser,
press STOP twice. You can also press the
HOME button at any time to get back to the
Home Menu.
M E D I A F I L E P L A Y B A C K
Viewing Photo Files
To view digital photo files stored on an optical disc, USB or e-SATA drive, select “Photo” from the Home Menu.
A file browser will appear to assist you in navigate the files and folders.
Data Disc
USB1
Photo
Back
1 / 3 items
HDD1
The first step is to select the “Data Disc”, USB or
e-SATA device that contains the photo files. The
player will take a moment to read the media and
list the folders and photo files.
In the photo browser, you can perform the
following operations:
x Press the UP/DOWN ARROW or PAGE
UP/DOWN buttons to move the cursor and
select photo files.
x When a photo file is highlighted by the
cursor, press the ENTER or PLAY button
to start playback in a full screen slideshow
fashion.
04 / 11 items
Photo
..
Yellow Stone
Yosemite
New Year Parade
Sand Dunes
DSCF1023
DSCF1024
DSCF1025
Format: JPG
Size: 0.27M
Resolution: 1024x768
Date time: 2007-04-17
Model:
USB1
Back
The following operations are available during the
photo slideshow:
x Show the help screen: DISPLAY
x Normal playback control: PLAY, STOP,
PAUSE, and PREV/NEXT
x Adjust slideshow speed: REV and FWD
x Zoom: ZOOM. Once in a zoom mode the
ARROW buttons can be used to pan the
photo.
x Reflect (flip the photo along its horizontal
axis to make it upside-down): UP ARROW
x Mirror (flip the photo along its vertical axis to
make it a mirror image): DOWN ARROW
x Rotate left (counterclockwise): LEFT ARROW
x Rotate right (clockwise): RIGHT ARROW
x Repeat: REPEAT
x Show photos in “Digest” mode: RED color button. The “Digest” mode shows the 9 photo thumbnails
in a screen to make visual navigation easy.
x Show EXIF information: GREEN color button
x Play in random sequence: BLUE color button
x Change slideshow transition effect: YELLOW color button.
M E D I A F I L E P L A Y B A C K
Viewing Photo Files
To view digital photo files stored on an optical disc, USB or e-SATA drive, select “Photo” from the Home Menu.
A file browser will appear to assist you in navigate the files and folders.
Data Disc
USB1
Photo
Back
1 / 3 items
HDD1
The first step is to select the “Data Disc”, USB or
e-SATA device that contains the photo files. The
player will take a moment to read the media and
list the folders and photo files.
In the photo browser, you can perform the
following operations:
x Press the UP/DOWN ARROW or PAGE
UP/DOWN buttons to move the cursor and
select photo files.
x When a photo file is highlighted by the
cursor, press the ENTER or PLAY button
to start playback in a full screen slideshow
fashion.
04 / 11 items
Photo
..
Yellow Stone
Yosemite
New Year Parade
Sand Dunes
DSCF1023
DSCF1024
DSCF1025
Format: JPG
Size: 0.27M
Resolution: 1024x768
Date time: 2007-04-17
Model:
USB1
Back
The following operations are available during the
photo slideshow:
x Show the help screen: DISPLAY
x Normal playback control: PLAY, STOP,
PAUSE, and PREV/NEXT
x Adjust slideshow speed: REV and FWD
x Zoom: ZOOM. Once in a zoom mode the
ARROW buttons can be used to pan the
photo.
x Reflect (flip the photo along its horizontal
axis to make it upside-down): UP ARROW
x Mirror (flip the photo along its vertical axis to
make it a mirror image): DOWN ARROW
x Rotate left (counterclockwise): LEFT ARROW
x Rotate right (clockwise): RIGHT ARROW
x Repeat: REPEAT
x Show photos in “Digest” mode: RED color button. The “Digest” mode shows the 9 photo thumbnails
in a screen to make visual navigation easy.
x Show EXIF information: GREEN color button
x Play in random sequence: BLUE color button
x Change slideshow transition effect: YELLOW color button.
Adding Background Music
You can add background music to the photo slideshow. To do so, you will need to prepare some digital music
files. The music files can be stored on the same disk as the photos, or on a different USB / e-SATA drive.
Start music playback first by selecting “Music” from the home menu. Once the music is playing, press the
HOME button to get back to the home menu, and start the photo slideshow by selecting “Photo” in the usual
manner.
SETUP MENU OPTIONS
The Setup Menu of the Primare BD32 presents many setup and configuration options. For
most users, the default configuration will be sufficient and will not require any changes to the settings.
However if you need to configure the player to perfectly match your home theater setup and viewing
preferences, please refer to the following sections for details about each configuration option.
Using the Setup Menu System
In many places of this guide, the player’s Setup Menu needs to be adjusted to match your specific audio/video
configuration. When performing menu adjustments, we will use the following terminology to indicate the
location of the desired function:
Setup Menu Section > Menu Item > Selection
Setup Menu Section is the uppermost Setup Menu level. With the Primare BD32 there are six (6) Setup
Menu sections listed in the left column of the Setup Menu screen. They are: Playback Setup, Video Setup,
Audio Format Setup, Audio Processing, Device Setup, and Network Setup.
Menu Item is the parameter to be adjusted which appears in the center column of the Setup Menu. Once you
enter a Setup Menu Section, the list of Menu Items and their current value are displayed in a box.
Selection is the actual numeric or descriptive element that represents the change being made to the selected
parameter. It is the item located to the right of its corresponding Menu Item.
A Scroll Mark appears at the top or bottom of the menu when there are more Menu Items or Selections
than what can fit in a screen. You may use the UP and DOWN ARROW buttons to scroll the display in order
to access additional items.
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
SACD Priority
DVD-Audio Mode
Auto Play Mode
PBC
Parental Control
Language
On
Off
Setup Menu
Exit
Playback starts when the PLAY button is pressed
Setup Menu Section
Navigation Cue Help Hint Scroll Mark
SelectionCurrent ValueMenu Item
S E T U P M E N U O P T I O N S
The preceding diagram should give a good description of the various elements and their context. In this
screen we could, for example, instruct you to set the Auto Play Mode parameter to Off in the Playback
Setup section. To indicate where we were, you would see the following: Playback Setup > Auto Play Mode
> Off.
NOTE
It is possible that some setup items are grayed-out and inaccessible. This can be caused by
the disc still being played back or interlocking with mutually exclusive setup items. Please
stop playback or eject the disc before trying to change these setup items. If you still cannot
access the setup item, please check for configuration conflicts and consistency. For
example, if “Video Setup > Primary Output” is set to “Analog”, the “Output Resolution >
Auto (or Source Direct)” menu item will be grayed-out. Setting “Primary Output” to “HDMI
1 (or HDMI 2)” will enable the “Auto (or Source Direct)” resolution.
To access the player’s Setup Menu simply press the SETUP button on the remote control. Since some Setup
Menu options can become inaccessible when the player is playing a disc, it is recommended that you operate
the Setup Menu when playback is fully stopped or when there is no disc in the player.
1. Press the SETUP button on the remote control, and the TV screen displays the following:
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
SACD Priority
DVD-Audio Mode
Auto Play Mode
PBC
Parental Control
Language
Multi-Channel
DVD-Audio
On
On
Setup Menu
Exit
Configure playback preferences
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
SACD Priority
DVD-Audio Mode
Auto Play Mode
PBC
Parental Control
Language
Multi-Channel
DVD-Audio
On
On
Setup Menu
Exit
Set the auto play mode for CD and SACD
2. Press the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons to
select the section. There are 6 sections:
Playback Setup, Video Setup, Audio
Format Setup, Audio Processing,
Device Setup, and Network Setup.
Press the ENTER button or the RIGHT
ARROW button to enter the selected
section.
3. Press the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons to
select the setup item to be changed, and
press the ENTER or RIGHT ARROW
button to change the setting. When the
scroll icon is shown at the top or bottom of
the Setup Menu, it indicates that there are
more menu items that can be accessed by
scrolling with the UP/DOWN ARROW
buttons.
For example, in the Playback Setup
section, you may use the UP/DOWN
ARROW buttons to select the “Auto Play
Mode” setup item, and press the ENTER
button to change the “Auto Play Mode”
setting.
S E T U P M E N U O P T I O N S
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
SACD Priority
DVD-Audio Mode
Auto Play Mode
PBC
Language
On
Off
Setup Menu
Exit
Playback starts when the PLAY button is pressed
4. To select a value from the list of available
settings, press the UP/DOWN ARROW
buttons and then press the ENTER button
to confirm.
For example, to select “Off” for “Auto Play
Mode”, use the UP/DOWN ARROW
buttons to highlight the “Off” selection and
press the ENTER button.
5. To exit the SETUP menu at any time,
press the SETUP button on the remote
control or select Exit from the Setup Menu
sections.
The settings are permanently saved when the player is turned off using either the front panel power
button or the remote control. If the AC power is interrupted before the player enters standby status, the
settings will not be saved. To ensure proper saving of the SETUP menu settings, please turn off the
player and turn it back on after you make major changes to the SETUP menu options.
S E T U P M E N U O P T I O N S
Playback Setup
The “Playback Setup” section is designed to configure playback preferences for various contents. The setup
items in this section are:
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
SACD Priority
DVD-Audio Mode
Auto Play Mode
Auto Resume
PBC
Parental Control
Language
Multi-Channel
DVD-Audio
On
On
On
Setup Menu
Exit
Choose which SACD layer to play
1. SACD Priority: To select which audio layer to play for SACD (Super Audio CD). The options
are:
x Multi-Channel – Play the multi-channel surround audio layer
x Stereo – Play the 2-channel stereo audio layer
x CD Mode – Play the CD layer of a hybrid SACD disc
2. DVD-Audio Mode: To select which portion of a DVD-Audio disc to play. The options are:
x DVD-Audio – Play the DVD-Audio portion of the disc with high-resolution audio
x DVD-Video – Play the DVD-Video portion of the disc with Dolby Digital or DTS audio
3. Auto Play Mode (On / Off): To select whether the player shall start playing an audio CD or
SACD automatically. When auto play mode is turned on, these discs will start playing upon
insertion into the player. When auto play mode is turned off, the player will wait for the user to
start playback by pressing the PLAY button.
4. Auto Resume (On / Off): To select whether the disc playback shall start from the previously
saved point or not. This setting applies to CD, SACD, DVD and certain Blu-ray disc. When
auto resume is turned on, the playback automatically starts from the previously saved point.
When auto resume is turned off, the playback starts from the beginning.
5. PBC – Play Back Control: To enable/disable Play Back Control. Play Back Control is a
primitive form of disc menu. The options are:
x On – If the disc contains Play Back Control, show the menu.
x Off – Play back the contents by sequence.
6. Parental Control: To set parental control ratings in order to prevent minors from watching
inappropriate content. This function depends on the disc being properly rated and encoded.
x Press the ENTER button to bring up the rating selection menu.
x To adjust the parental control settings, you must enter the current parental control password.
If you have not set a parental control password yet, the default password is “0000”.
x The parental control menu contains the following sub-items:
S E T U P M E N U O P T I O N S
Video Setup
The “Video Setup” section of the Setup Menu system allows you to configure video output options. The menu
items in this section are:
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
Picture Adjustment
Primary Output
3D Mode
3D TV Size
TV Aspect Ratio
TV System
Output Resolution
HDMI 1
Auto
46
16:9 Wide
NTSC
Auto
Setup Menu
Exit
Adjust picture control parameters
1. Picture Adjustment: To adjust picture control parameters. The Primare BD32 Blu-ray Disc
Player provides a wide array of picture controls. Please refer to the Picture Adjustment
se
ction on page 23 of this manual for details of each control.
2. Primar
y Output: To select the primary video output port. The options are:
x HDMI 1 – Use HDMI 1 as the primary video output port. This setting will ensure that the
HDMI 1 output gets the best possible picture quality. The dedicated QDEO DE2750 video
processor will be used unless “Source Direct” for output resolution is selected, in which
case QDEO DE2750 video processor is bypassed. Component and composite video output
may not be available or may be limited to a lower resolution based on content source
limitations.
x HDMI 2 – Use HDMI 2 as the primary video output port. Similar to “HDMI 1”, this setting
ensures that the HDMI 2 output gets the best possible picture quality, except that it utilizes
the video decoder in the player to perform necessary video processing, not the DE2750
video processor.
x Analog – Use component video as the primary video output port. This setting will ensure
that the component output is always available and displays proper video signals. The video
decoder in the player performs any necessary format conversion, and the DE2750 video
processor is completely bypassed.
NOTE
Copyright control mechanisms encoded on the disc may limit the output resolution of the
component video output. For DVD, if CSS encryption is in use the output resolution is limited
to no more than 480p/576p; for Blu-ray Discs, the output resolution is limited to no more than
1080i, and could be lower if the disc contains the Image Constraint Token.
3. 3D Mode: To choose the video output mode for available 3D contents at the HDMI output ports.
The options are:
x Auto – Output 3D if supported both by the disc content and the display. The player
automatically checks for the existence of 3D content on the disc and the 3D compatibility of
S E T U P M E N U O P T I O N S
x BD Ratings - Press the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons to select the rating allowed for
Blu-ray Discs. “Off” means no ratings control and all discs are allowed to play.
Numbers 1 to 21 corresponds to the age limit. Discs encoded with an age limit that is
equal to or below the selected age will be allowed, and any rating above the selected
age will be blocked.
x DVD Ratings - Press the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons to select the rating to allow for
DVD. The available ratings are Kid, G, PG, PG-13, PGR, R, NC17, Adult and Off. The
selected rating and below will be allowed, and any rating above will be blocked. If “Off”
is selected, all discs are allowed to play.
x Area Code – Some Blu-ray Discs may have different parental control ratings for
different geographical areas. At this time the player only supports the parental control
ratings used in the United States.
x Change Password – To change the parental control password, enter a 4-digit number
as the new password. Enter the new password again to confirm. If the two entries are
matching, the new password replaces the old parental control password.
7. Language: To configure language preferences. The menu contains the following sub-items:
x Player Language – To choose the display language for the player’s Setup Menu and the
on-screen display. At this time only English is available.
x Disc Menu Language – To choose the preferred language for displaying DVD and Blu-ray
Disc menus. If a disc menu of the selected language is available, that menu will be shown
instead of the default disc menu.
x Audio Language – To choose the preferred audio language for DVD and Blu-ray Discs. If
an audio track of the selected language is available on the disc, the audio track will be
played back.
x Subtitle Language – To choose the preferred subtitle language for DVD. If a subtitle of the
selected language is available, it will be displayed. When “Auto” is selected, the subtitle
display is decided by the disc.
NOTE
If your preferred language is not listed in the Audio, Subtitle or Disc Menu options, select
“Other” and enter the Language Code found on page 36 of this manual.
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the TV or projector. If both are qualified, the player sends 3D video from its HDMI output
terminals, otherwise only 2D video is sent out. Active shutter 3D-compatible glasses
are required to enjoy the 3D movie on your TV.
x Off – Always output 2D video format, even when 3D video exists on the disc. This
guarantees the video quality if your TV is not 3D compatible, or some necessary part (such
as the 3D glasses) is missing.
4. 3D TV Size: To enter the diagonal screen size of your 3D-compatible HDTV. This option
applies to 3D mode, to help the player adjust the 3D image for better visual quality.
x Use the number buttons on the remote control to enter the actual diagonal size of your TV
screen, or use the DOWN ARROW button to delete the digits. The default is 46 inches.
5. TV Aspect Ratio: To set the aspect ratio of the player’s output image. The options are:
x 4:3 Letterbox – Choose this when the display is standard 4:3. A widescreen image is
displayed in “letterbox” format with black borders on top and bottom.
x 4:3 Pan & Scan – Choose this when the display is standard 4:3. A widescreen image will
be stretched.
x 16:9 Wide – Choose this when the display is widescreen 16:9. 16:9 materials will be
displayed in its native aspect ratio, and 4:3 materials will be stretched horizontally.
x 16:9 Wide/Auto – Choose this when the display is widescreen 16:9. 16:9 materials will be
displayed in its native aspect ratio, and 4:3 materials will be displayed with black borders on
both sides in order to maintain the original 4:3 aspect ratio.
For a detailed description on how to choose a proper TV Aspect Ratio, please refer to the
Determine the Display Aspect Ratio
section on page 7 of this manual.
6. TV Sy
stem: To choose the output video system or broadcast standard (PAL/NTSC) to match
the type of TV. The options are:
x NTSC – When playing NTSC-encoded discs, no system conversion is performed.
PAL-encoded contents are converted to NTSC output. Blu-ray Discs encoded with 24Hz
frame rate are converted to 60Hz frame rate if neither 1080p24 Output nor Source Direct
output resolution is enabled.
x PAL – When playing PAL-encoded discs, no system conversion is performed. NTSC-
encoded contents are converted to PAL output. Blu-ray Discs encoded with 24Hz frame
rate are converted to 50Hz frame rate if neither 1080p24 Output nor Source Direct output
resolution is enabled.
x Multi-system – No system conversion is performed. The output video system is the same
as that encoded on the disc. Blu-ray Discs encoded with 24Hz frame rate are converted to
60Hz frame rate if neither 1080p24 Output nor Source Direct output resolution is enabled.
Requires a TV that supports both NTSC and PAL systems.
NOTE
DO NOT select “Multi-system” if your TV does not support both NTSC and PAL systems.
The TV display may become a black screen upon inserting a disc encoded in a different
system than your TV supports. Should this happen, you can press the OPEN button to eject
the disc tray, and then use the Setup Menu to correct the “TV System” setting.
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7. Output Resolution: To choose the output resolution that best matches your television’s native
resolution. For a detailed description on how to choose a proper output resolution, please refer
to the Select the Best Output Resolution se
ction on page 6 of this manual.
8. 1080p
24 Output: To set 1080p 24Hz output options. This option only applies to the HDMI
output at 1080p resolution. Many Blu-ray Discs that originated from theatrical movies are
encoded using 24Hz frame rate, the same number of frames per second as the original
theatrical film. If the TV properly supports 1080p 24Hz, smoother motion can be achieved by
enabling 1080p24 Output for such discs. The available options are:
x Auto (default) – Video encoded in 24Hz frame rate will be output as 1080p 24Hz if the TV
informs the player that it can support the 1080p24 signal.
x On – Video encoded in 24Hz frame rate will be output as 1080p 24Hz without regard to
whether the TV can support the 1080p24 signal or not. This is useful if the TV can actually
support 1080p24 but does not properly state its capability. Please note that if the TV cannot
support 1080p24, selecting this option will result in no video.
x Off – Video encoded in 24Hz frame rate will be converted to 60Hz (NTSC) or 50Hz (PAL)
9. HDMI Options: To configure video options that apply only to the HDMI output. This item
contains a sub-menu with multiple configuration options. Please refer to the HDMI Options
se
ction on page 24 of this manual for details of each option.
10. Display
Options: To configure the options for displaying on-screen information. The following
display options are available:
x Subtitle Shift – To set the display position for subtitles. When the “Subtitle Shift” is set at 0
(default), subtitles are displayed at the original position as specified on the disc. When it is
set at a value between 1 and 5, subtitles are shifted up. When it is set at a value between
-1 and -5, subtitles are shifted down. This feature is helpful for customers using a 2.35:1
“Constant Image Height” video projection system. Subtitles can be shifted to the active
video area so they do not get cut off.
x OSD Position – To set the display position for the on-screen display (OSD). When the
“OSD Position” is set at 0, the OSD is shown at the top and bottom of the video screen.
When it is set at a value between 1 and 5, the OSD is shifted towards the center of the
video screen. Similar to the subtitle shift setting above, the “OSD Position” feature is helpful
for customers using a 2.35:1 “Constant Image Height” video projection system.
x OSD Mode – To select how long the on-screen display information, such as elapsed or
remaining time, stays on the TV screen. The available options are:
x Normal – On-screen display information stays on the TV screen until the user cancels it.
x Silent – On-screen display information shows on the TV screen for a few seconds and
then disappears. The front panel display still maintains the selected display information.
x Remaining – On-screen display information stays on the TV screen until the user
cancels it. By default displays remaining time instead of elapsed time.
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Picture Adjustment Menu for HDMI 2 & Analog
To change a picture adjustment parameter, use the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons to highlight the
parameter, and use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW buttons to change its value.
To aid in the adjustment of picture control parameters, the picture adjustment menu will be reduced to
only show the parameter being adjusted once you press the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW buttons (except the
Picture Mode, which you will directly see the mode name switches between Mode 1, 2 and 3, and all the
other parameters are adjusted automatically to the stored value). The reduced menu will be positioned
near the bottom of the screen.
Brightness 0 -16 +16
You can continue adjusting the current parameter by pressing the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW buttons. To
select another parameter, press the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons. Press the ENTER button to return to
the large Picture Adjustment menu.
To exit the Picture Adjustment menu and return to the Setup Menu, either select “Exit” or press the
RETURN button.
The following picture adjustment controls are available for all HDMI 1, HDMI 2 and Analog (Component):
1. Picture Mode: To use the customized picture mode saved by you.
The BD32 allows you to save
up to three (3) customized modes. Press the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW buttons to switch the mode
and all parameters will be automatically adjusted to their stored values. Changes to the current
parameter values will be stored automatically when you exit the Picture Adjustment screen or
switch to another Picture Mode.
2. Brightness: To adjust the brightness (black level) of the video output.
3. Contrast: To adjust the contrast (white level) of the video output.
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x SAP Mark (on/off) – To turn on/off the display of a Secondary Audio Program mark when a
Blu-ray Disc with secondary video and audio is played. Keeping the SAP mark off avoids
distraction from normal movie watching.
x Screen Saver – To turn on/off the screen saver function. The screen saver is designed to
minimize burn-in concerns for plasma and CRT display devices. The available options are:
x On – After about 3 minutes of inactivity, the player will show an animated Primare logo
moving on a black background. This allows most areas of the screen to rest and gives
all areas an equal opportunity to refresh.
x Off – The screen saver will not be activated. Use this option if your TV does not have a
burn-in issue.
x Energy Saver – Video output will be turned off after 3 minutes of inactivity. Many
projectors and LCD TVs will go into a standby or sleep mode and turn off their
projection lamp or LCD backlight lamp, thus saving energy and prolonging the lamp life.
When you press any button on the remote control or the player’s front panel, the
screen saver will be canceled and video output will be restored. If your TV is already in
standby or sleep mode, you may need to wake up the TV by pressing a button on its
remote or control panel.
Picture Adjustment
Picture Adjustment is a special section of the Video Setup menu. It allows you to fine tune many picture
control parameters in order to achieve the optimal picture quality and visual result. To use Picture Adjustment,
press the SETUP button on the remote control to enter the player’s Setup Menu and choose “Video Setup” –
“Picture Adjustment”, then select the primary video output terminal:
Picture Adjustment
Please select your video output
HDMI 1
HDMI 2 & Analog
For information on how to choose your primary video output, please refer to Primary Output on page 21. You
ca
n use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW to select your choice, then press the ENTER button to bring up the Picture
Adjustment menu. Depending on your primary video output, the detailed Picture Adjustment menu can be
slightly different:
Picture Adjustment Menu for HDMI 1
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the best possible picture. Once that is done, try changing the player’s settings to further
refine the picture to the optimal result.
4. Hue: To adjust the hue (tint) of the video output.
5. Saturation: To adjust the saturation (color intensity level) of the video output.
6. Sharpness: To set the sharpness of video output. Sharpness (also called Detail/Edge
Enhancement in other players) is a video processing function that can control the
image sharpness but at the same time may cause unwanted artifacts.
For HDMI 1, the sharpness level can be set between -16 and +16. The default is level 0, which
turns off sharpness enhancement. The negative levels may be used to reduce or eliminate
overly sharpened video. However, the picture may appear soft. The positive levels increase
the sharpness.
z At level 1, the player applies low level Detail Enhancement, during which the video
processor isolates the detailed parts from the original image, processes them separately
and integrates back before the final output.
z At level 2, the player increases Detail Enhancement to a higher level. Generally, to make
an image “sharper”, we recommend using level 1 and 2.
z At level 3 and above, the player adds Luminance Transition Improvement (LTI) and
Chroma Transition Improvement (CTI), which further sharpen the luminance transition and
chroma transition. However, we do not recommend using level 3 and above unless the
source content is poorly produced and blurry.
For HDMI 2 & Analog, the sharpness level can be set between 0 and +2. The default is level
0. The higher the level, the sharper the video details are. However, too high a sharpness level
may cause while line etching around objects.
7. Noise Reduction: To select whether the player shall apply video noise reduction processing.
For HDMI 1, the noise reduction level can be set between 0 and 8. The default is level 0,
which turns off noise reduction.
z When set to level 1, the player adjusts the picture quality by reducing the “mosquito noise”
(artifacts around the outlines of objects) and “block noise” (mosaic-like patterns caused by
video compression). These two noise reduction are also called Compression Artifacts
Reduction (CAR) and have several levels of aggressiveness.
z When set to level 2, the player applies the Motion Adaptive Video Noise Reduction (VNR),
which handles the random noise and the film-grain noise (natural variation of picture
intensity caused by film grain). Its level is automatic because there is a noise estimator
circuitry in the video processor that calculates how much noise presents and adjusts the
level of VNR accordingly.
z When set to 3 or 4, the player applies both CAR and Motion Adaptive VNR, with more
aggressive “block noise” reduction at level 4.
z At level 5, the player applies aggressive CAR for low quality video content, and adds
Motion Adaptive VNR at level 6.
z At level 7, the player applies the most aggressive CAR for very low quality video, and
adds Motion Adaptive VNR at level 8.
Remember that excessive noise reduction may cause a loss of details. We recommend
using the noise reduction function only when you encounter poorly encoded or compressed
video that has apparent noise artifacts.
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For HDMI 2 & Analog, the noise reduction level can be set between 0 and +3. The default is
level 0. When user increases the level, the player adjusts the picture quality by applying
mosquito noise reduction, random noise reduction and MPEG block noise reduction at the
same time. The higher level user sets, the more aggressive noise reduction functions apply.
The following picture adjustment controls are only available for HDMI 1 video output:
8. Color Enhancement: To select the color enhancement level on the video output. This
enhances certain colors in the spectrum and enables vivid colors in outdoor scenes without
causing hue shifts, loss of detail or changes in skin tones.
9. Contrast Enhancement: To select the contrast enhancement level on the video output. This
expands detail in shadows.
HDMI Options
HDMI Options are a sub-menu of the Video Setup menu. It allows you to configure some video settings that
are unique to the HDMI output. To enter this sub-menu, select “HDMI Options” from the Video Setup menu.
To exit this sub-menu, press the RETURN button or the LEFT arrow key. The following HDMI options are
available:
1. Color Space (HDMI 1) – To select the color space for the HDMI 1 output. The available
options are:
x Auto (Recommended) – The player checks with the display device to automatically
determine what color space to use. If the display device supports YCbCr 4:4:4, then it will
be used to avoid extra color space conversion.
x RGB Video Level – The HDMI output uses RGB color space and normal signal range
suitable for video displays.
x RGB PC Level – The HDMI output uses RGB color space and expands the signal range.
The expanded signal range is suitable for personal computer (PC) displays. Some TVs are
designed to be used as a PC monitor, and expect signal in expanded RGB range when the
DVI input is selected. For these displays if the video signal uses the normal RGB range, the
black-white contrast will be reduced. You can set the player to use the RGB PC Level
output and restore proper contrast.
x YCbCr 4:4:4 – The HDMI output uses YCbCr 4:4:4 color space.
x YCbCr 4:2:2 – The HDMI output uses YCbCr 4:2:2 color space. Generally this is the color
space that is closest to the color space encoded on the discs. (All discs are encoded in
YCbCr 4:2:0 color space, and the video decoder decodes it into YCbCr 4:2:2.)
2. Color Space (HDMI 2) – To select the color space for the HDMI 2 output. The available
options are the same as those for Color Space (HDMI 1).
3. Deep Color (HDMI 1) – To select the Deep Color mode for the HDMI 1 output. Deep Color is
an OPTION for some TVs or projectors that feature HDMI v1.3 or higher input. Normally, each
pixel of the video image is transmitted using 24-bit data (8-bit per channel for R, G, B or Y, Cb,
Cr). If Deep Color is supported, each pixel of the video image can be transmitted using 30-bit
(10-bit per channel) or 36-bit (12-bit per channel) data. The increased bit depth should result in
smoother color transitions and better gradients. The available options are:
x 36 Bits – Use the 36-bit per pixel Deep Color mode.
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Audio Format Setup
The “Audio Format Setup” section of the Setup Menu system allows you to configure preferences for audio
output formats. The menu items in this section are:
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
Secondary Audio
HDMI Audio
Coaxial/Optical Output
LPCM Rate Limit
SACD Output
HDCD Decoding
Off
LPCM
LPCM
192k
PCM
On
Setup Menu
Exit
Set the secondary audio program mixing option
1. Secondary Audio: To set the Secondary Audio Program mixing option. Some Blu-ray Discs
contain a secondary audio and video program, such as the director’s commentary. Some Bluray Discs have a sound effect when you make menu choices. This Setup Menu item allows you
to decide whether to mix the Secondary Audio Program and menu clicking sound into the
primary audio. The options are:
x On – The Secondary Audio Program and menu clicking sound are mixed into the primary
audio. Usually this will cause the primary audio volume to be slightly reduced.
x Off – The Secondary Audio Program and menu clicking sound are not mixed into the
primary audio and you cannot hear the secondary audio or menu clicking sound. This
setting preserves the highest possible audio quality for the primary audio.
2. HDMI Audio: To select digital audio output format from the HDMI port. The options are:
x Auto (default) – The player checks with the device connecting to HDMI output to
automatically determine which audio format to use.
x LPCM – Digital audio output via HDMI will be multi-channel Linear PCM format. When this
option is selected, compressed audio bit streams will be decoded by the player. This
setting is recommended when connecting the HDMI output directly to a TV or to a receiver
without advanced audio decoding capabilities.
x Bitstream – Digital audio output via HDMI will be in bitstream format. This option is
recommended when connecting the HDMI output to an A/V receiver or processor that
supports advanced audio decoding, such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio.
x Off – No digital audio output via HDMI.
NOTE
If you use HDMI to connect audio to an HDMI A/V receiver or audio processor, it is important
that you choose 720p or higher HDMI output resolution when playing high resolution audio
content (DVD-Audio, SACD, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio). According to the HDMI
specification, the bandwidth available for audio is proportional to the total bandwidth used by
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x 30 Bits (Dithered) – Use the 30-bit per pixel Deep Color mode with dithering technique.
x 30 Bits – Use the 30-bit per pixel Deep Color mode.
x Off (Dithered) –Do not use Deep Color, but apply the dithering technique.
x Off (default) – Do not use Deep Color.
4. Deep Color (HDMI 2) – To select the Deep Color mode for the HDMI 2 output. The available
options are the same as those for HDMI Deep Color (HDMI 1).
NOTE
Since the Deep Color feature is OPTIONAL and may not be supported by all TVs, enabling
Deep Color while connected to a TV without this feature may result in no effect or no video.
At this time, no disc is encoded with Deep Color. Enabling Deep Color will not magically
make colors richer, but will help preserve the maximum precision as a result of video
processing and picture control adjustment.
Dithering is a technique to improve the image color depth with limited color quantization.
5ˊ Demo Mode – To enable a special split-screen demonstration mode. This is designed for the
demonstration of the Qdeo video processing technology. It can also be used as an aid for
setting picture control adjustments for Noise Reduction, Color Enhancement and Contrast
Enhancement. It should NOT be used for normal movie watching. The available options are:
x On – The video screen will be split in half. The left side shows video without the help of
Qdeo video processor, and the right side shows the Qdeo video processing result.
x Off (default) – Normal viewing mode.
NOTE
The demo mode is canceled automatically after the player is turned off.
6ˊ Video Only (HDMI 1) – To choose whether only send video signal (no audio signal) to HDMI 1
terminal or not. The available options are:
x No (default) – Both video and audio signals are sent to HDMI 1 terminal.
x Yes – Only video signal is sent to HDMI 1 terminal. This can be useful if you use HDMI 1
only for video display, no need to lower the volume or mute the HDTV connecting to it.
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video. At 480p/576p resolution, the HDMI specification can only support 2 channels of audio
with high sample rate (up to 192kHz), or 8 channels of audio with standard sample rate (up to
48kHz). If you play high resolution audio content at the 480p/576p resolution, you may get
reduced audio resolution, incomplete audio channels, or even no audio/video output at all.
Choosing a higher output resolution such as 720p or above allows enough bandwidth for all
high sample rate audio channels.
3. Coaxial/Optical Output: To set the output format for the coaxial/optical digital audio output for
use with Dolby Digital and DTS-compatible receivers. The options are:
x LPCM – Forces down-mixed 2-channel digital audio output. Choose this setting if your
receiver/amplifier only supports stereo digital (PCM) audio.
x Bitstream – Passes audio as compressed bitstream format to the receiver/amplifier. Choose
this setting if your receiver/amplifier is capable of decoding Dolby Digital and/or DTS.
4. LPCM Rate Limit: To set the maximum Linear PCM output frequency for the coaxial/optical digital
output. This menu item is intended to ensure that the audio output is compatible with equipment
that cannot support high sample rates. It sets an upper limit to decide whether the player shall
down-sample audio. The player does not up-sample audio to higher sample rates. The options
are:
x 48K – Supported by most equipment.
x 96K – Allows a higher sampling rate and frequency response. It can result in better audio
quality. Ensure that the receiver/amplifier can support it.
x 192K (default) – Allows the highest sampling rate and frequency response. It can result in the
best audio quality. Ensure that the receiver/amplifier can support it.
NOTE
On the BD32, the “LPCM Rate Limit” can also affect the analog audio performance. Setting to
“192K” may help to get the best analog audio quality.
5. SACD Output: To select audio output format for SACD. The options are:
x PCM – SACD Direct Stream Digital (DSD) data is converted into multi-channel, high-
resolution PCM data. The converted PCM data is then output through HDMI or the internal
DAC (Digital to Analog Converter) for the analog audio output ports. If you use a receiver that
supports HDMI v1.1 to listen to SACD, please select this option. You may also want to select
this option if you prefer the sound quality of the DSD-to-PCM conversion.
x DSD – SACD DSD data is output over HDMI without any conversion. For the analog audio
outputs, DSD data is converted into analog signal directly by the internal DAC. If you use a
receiver that supports HDMI v1.2a with DSD over HDMI, or you prefer the sound quality of
straight DSD to analog, please select this option.
6. HDCD Decoding: To set the audio decoding option for HDCD (High Definition Compatible Digital)
discs. The options are:
x On – HDCD is decoded by the player. You can enjoy expanded dynamic range and improved
audio resolution.
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x Off – HDCD is treated as regular CD. This is useful when the player is connected to an
HDCD-capable A/V receiver via a digital audio output link (Coaxial, Optical, or HDMI) so the
A/V receiver can perform HDCD decoding.
NOTE
If your receiver is capable of HDCD decoding, it is recommended to set the “HDCD
Decoding” to “Off” on the BD32, otherwise you might occasionally hear pop or crackle
sounds during the HDCD playback.
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Recommended Audio Format Options
Depending on your specific audio/video connection method, the audio format options of the Primare Blu-ray
Disc Player may need to be adjusted to match your configuration. Please refer to the video and audio
connection methods described previously in this guide and the following audio setup guidelines.
Audio Connection Directly to TV
If the play
er is connected directly to the TV through HDMI (as described in “Method 1” on page 3, through
DVI an
d analog L/R audio cables (as described in “Method 2” on page 3), or through component video and
ana
log L/R audio cables (as described in “Method 3” on page 3), it is recommended that you use the
follo
wing audio format options:
o Secondary Audio: On
o HDMI Audio: LPCM
o SACD Output: PCM
o HDCD Decoding: On
o Coaxial Optical Output: (any – not in use)
o LPCM Rate Limit: (any – not in use)
Multi-Channel Digital Audio to Receiver through HDMI
If the play
er is connected to an A/V receiver or processor with HDMI inputs for high resolution multi-channel
digital audio, you are in luck! You are now equipped to send all current audio formats to your receiver in pure
digital form. This connection method will typically be as described in “Method 4” on page 3 of this guide.
To get the be
st possible audio via HDMI, you may need to set the following options on the player’s
audio format Setup Menu, depending on the capabilities of your HDMI-capable receiver:
x If your receiver supports HDMI v1.3 with decoding capability for high resolution lossless audio
formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, please set these audio format
options:
o Secondary Audio: Off (or On if you need secondary audio)
o HDMI Audio: Bitstream
o SACD Output: PCM (or DSD if the receiver supports DSD over HDMI)
o HDCD Decoding: On (or Off if the receiver can decode HDCD)
o Coaxial Optical Output: (any – not in use)
o LPCM Rate Limit: (any – not in use)
x If your receiver supports HDMI v1.1/1.2 Multi-Channel PCM audio, but not high resolution
lossless audio formats such as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, please set these
audio format options:
o Secondary Audio: Off (or On if you need secondary audio)
o HDMI Audio: LPCM
o SACD Output: PCM (or DSD if the receiver supports DSD over HDMI)
o HDCD Decoding: On (or Off if the receiver can decode HDCD)
o Coaxial Optical Output: (any – not in use)
o LPCM Rate Limit: (any – not in use)
In this configuration you can enjoy all audio formats using the HDMI connection.
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Audio Signal Reference Chart
Blu-ray Discs may contain many types of audio signal formats, some of which are high resolution types such
as Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Blu-ray Discs also have many optional audio components such
as the Secondary Audio Program and menu clicking sound. The player’s Audio Format Setup menu allows
you to configure the audio output to meet your specific preference. The following chart provides a reference to
what type of audio signal can be expected.
When “Secondary Audio” is set to “Off”:
Output Ports HDMI Output Coaxial/Optical Output
Setting
Source
Format
Bitstream LPCM Bitstream LPCM
Analog MultiChannel
Output
LPCM 2ch
LPCM 2ch LPCM 2ch LPCM 2ch LPCM 2ch 2ch
LPCM 5.1ch
LPCM 5.1ch LPCM 5.1ch LPCM 2ch LPCM 2ch 5.1ch
LPCM 7.1ch
LPCM 7.1ch LPCM 7.1ch LPCM 2ch LPCM 2ch 7.1ch
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital LPCM 5.1ch Dolby Digital LPCM 2ch 5.1ch
Dolby Digital
Plus
Dolby Digital
Plus
LPCM up to 7.1ch Dolby Digital LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby
TrueHD
LPCM up to 192kHz
24-bit 7.1ch
Dolby Digital LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
DTS
DTS LPCM up to 7.1ch DTS LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
DTS-HD High
Resolution
DTS-HD
High
Resolution
LPCM up to 7.1ch DTS (core) LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
DTS-HD
Master Audio
DTS-HD
Master Audio
LPCM up to 96kHz
24-bit 7.1ch or
192kHz 24-bit 2ch
DTS (core) LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
When “Secondary Audio” is set to “On” and the player encounters a disc with secondary audio track or menu
clicking sound:
Output Ports HDMI Output Coaxial/Optical Output
Setting
Source
Format
Bitstream LPCM Bitstream LPCM
Analog MultiChannel
Output
LPCM 2ch
DTS* 2ch LPCM 2ch DTS* LPCM 2ch 2ch
LPCM 5.1ch
DTS* LPCM 5.1ch DTS* LPCM 2ch 5.1ch
LPCM 7.1ch
DTS* LPCM 7.1ch DTS* LPCM 2ch 7.1ch
Dolby Digital
DTS* LPCM 5.1ch DTS* LPCM 2ch 5.1ch
Dolby Digital
Plus
DTS* LPCM up to 7.1ch DTS* LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
Dolby TrueHD
DTS*
LPCM up to 192kHz
24-bit 7.1ch
DTS* LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
DTS
DTS* LPCM up to 7.1ch DTS* LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
DTS-HD High
Resolution
DTS* LPCM up to 7.1ch DTS* LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
DTS-HD
Master Audio
DTS* LPCM up to 7.1ch DTS* LPCM 2ch Up to 7.1ch
Note: All audio output signals are mixed with primary, second audio and menu clicking sound. DTS* denotes
mixed audio re-encoded into DTS bitstream format.
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Multi-Channel Analog Audio to Receiver
If the player is connected to an A/V receiver through the 7.1ch or 5.1ch analog audio jacks using 8 or 6 RCA
cables (as described in “Method 5” on page
3), you can play all supported audio formats and listen to them
with your A/V receiver and
surround sound systems. The following audio format setup options are
recommended:
o Secondary Audio: Off (or On if you need secondary audio)
o HDMI Audio: Off
o SACD Output: PCM or DSD (depending on your listening preference)
o HDCD Decoding: On
o Coaxial Optical Output: (any – not in use)
o LPCM Rate Limit: (any – set to 192k may help to get the best analog
audio quality)
Also set Speaker Configuration in the “Audio Processing” menu:
x Set Down Mix to “7.1Ch” or “5.1Ch”.
x Set the speaker size and subwoofer properly according to your actual audio hardware. (see
page
28)
x
Enable or select the multi-channel analog inputs on your receiver
Coaxial or Optical Digital
Audio to Receiver
If your audio connection is as described in “Method 6” on page 4 of this guide, and the A/V receiver supports
Dol
by Digital and DTS decoding, the following audio format setup options are recommended:
o Secondary Audio: Off (or On if you need secondary audio)
o HDMI Audio: Off
o SACD Output: (any – SACD is not available through the
optical/coaxial output)
o HDCD Decoding: On (or Off if the receiver can decode HDCD)
o Coaxial Optical Output: Bitstream
o LPCM Rate Limit: 48k (or higher if supported by the receiver)
Stereo Analog Audio to Receiver
If you prima
rily listen to stereo contents or your receiver only offers stereo audio connections, please use the
analog RCA-style cables to connect the FL (Front Left) and FR (Front Right) terminals of the player to your
receiver, as described in “Method 7” on page 4 of this guide. The following audio format options are
re
commended:
o Secondary Audio: Off (or On if you need secondary audio)
o HDMI Audio: Off
o SACD Output: PCM or DSD (depending on your listening preference)
o HDCD Decoding: On
o Coaxial Optical Output: (any – not in use)
o LPCM Rate Limit: (any – set to 192k may help to get the best analog
audio quality)
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Audio Processing Setup
The “Audio Processing Setup” section of the Setup Menu system allows you to configure how the player will
process audio signals before sending them to the output.
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
Speaker Configuration
Dynamic Range Control
Crossover Frequency
80Hz
Auto
Setup Menu
Exit
Configure speaker arrangement for the analog audio output
Speaker Configuration
In the Speaker Configuration menu you can configure speaker settings such as down-mix mode,
number of speakers, their distance, size and trim level. The Speaker Configuration menu shows an
illustration of the speaker placements to assist you on properly configuring the speaker parameters.
Upon entering this menu, the cursor is positioned on the front left speaker. You may use the
LEFT/RIGHT ARROW buttons to move the cursor. The RIGHT ARROW button moves the cursor in
clockwise sequence, and the LEFT ARROW button moves the cursor in counterclockwise sequence.
When the cursor is over the “Down Mix”, “Test Tone” or “Exit” options, you can also use the UP/DOWN
ARROW button to highlight these options.
FL
SW
C
FR
SR
SBR
SBL
SL
Test Tone
Size: Large
Distance: 12ft
Trim: 0.0dB
Next Speaker
Exit
Speaker Configuration
Exit
Configure the front left speaker
Down Mix Mode: 7.1Ch
Front Left Speaker
Test Tone : Off
NOTE
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Speaker Configuration applies to the multi-channel analog audio outputs only. All digital
bitstream and LPCM outputs are unaffected by these settings.
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To begin the test, press the ARROW buttons to highlight the “Test Tone” option, press the Enter button to
change the test tone status to “On”. Then press ARROW buttons to select a speaker, you will hear the test
sounds. To stop the test process, press ARROW buttons to highlight the “Test Tone” option and press the
Enter button to switch the status back to “Off”. Please note these test tones only apply on multi-channel audio
outputs.
Speaker Settings
For ea
ch speaker in the home theater system, you can set its size, distance and trim level. To configure
a speaker, use the LEFT/RIGHT ARROW buttons to move the cursor to highlight the speaker and press
the ENTER button. The Speaker Settings menu on the right side of the screen will be activated. In the
Speaker Settings menu, use the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons to select a parameter, and then press the
ENTER button to change it. To exit the Speaker Settings menu and return to the Speaker Configuration
illustration, press the LEFT ARROW button or select the “Exit” option. You can also move on to
configure the next speaker by selecting the “Next Speaker” option.
FL
SW
C
FR
SR
SBR
SBL
SL
Size: Large
Distance: 12ft
Trim: 0.0dB
Next Speaker
Exit
Speaker Configuration
Exit
Configure the front left speaker
Down Mix Mode: 7.1Ch
Front Left Speaker
Test Tone : Off
Test Tone
The following speaker parameters can be configured:
1. Size: The speaker size parameter sets bass filtering control for the speakers. The options are:
x Large – Bass frequencies are passed to the speakers. The bass frequency is set in the
“Crossover Frequency” option of the “Audio Processing” section of the Setup menu (see page 30
for details).
x Small – Bass frequen
cies are not passed to the speakers to reduce possible distortion. If the
subwoofer is available, bass frequencies are redirected to the subwoofer.
x On (for subwoofer only) – Specify that a subwoofer is available.
x Off – Speaker for the corresponding position does not exist. Audio for the missing speaker is
redirected to other speakers or discarded if redirection is not possible.
NOTE
The front, surround and surround back speakers are configured as pairs. Changes to the
size of one speaker will automatically change the other speaker of the pair.
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Speaker Configuration applies to the multi-channel analog audio outputs only. All digital
bitstream and LPCM outputs are unaffected by these settings.
Down Mix Mode
Down mix is the process of converting multi-channel audio to a lesser number of channels. For
example, converting a 5.1ch source to stereo or converting a 7.1ch source to 5.1ch. Down mixing
allows the audio output from the player to match the exact number of speakers available in your home
theater.
The current down mix mode is displayed in the lower right corner of the speaker placement illustration.
To change the audio down mix setting, press the ENTER button while the cursor is over the “Down Mix”
option. The following down mix modes are available:
FL
SW
C
FR
SR
SBR
SBL
SL
LT/RT
Stereo
5.1Ch
7.1Ch
Speaker Configuration
Exit
Choose down mix mode
Down Mix Mode: 7.1Ch
Down Mix
Test Tone : Off
x LT/RT – Left Total/Right Total. The center and surround channels are mixed into the two front
channels according to the LT/RT matrix. A Dolby Pro Logic receiver will decode the two-
channel audio into surround audio.
x Stereo - This mode down-mixes multi-channel audio to 2-channel stereo output. For original
stereo content the output will not change. For original multi-channel content the surround and
center channels will be mixed with the left and right front channels. Recommended for use with
TV sets or stereo receiver/amplifiers.
x 5.1Ch – This mode enables 5.1ch decoded audio output. The number of actual output
channels depends on the disc. If the source content has more channels, the surround back
channels will be mixed into the surround channels.
x 7.1Ch – This mode enables 7.1ch decoded audio output. The number of actual output
channels depends on the disc. For 6.1ch contents, the left and right surround back speakers
will both output the same surround back audio channel.
Test Tone
Te
st tone is a special group of artificially-created sounds that are used to test your audio speaker system and
help to identify any wiring faults. By default the Test Tone is set to “Off”, with the status displayed in the lower
left corner of the screen.
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2. Distance: The speaker distance parameters set delay control for the corresponding audio channel.
The delay is to compensate for the audio propagation time difference caused by the placement of
speakers.
Speaker distance compensation is not required if the A/V receiver has the capability to adjust
channel delay and compensate for speaker distance differences. However, if your receiver does
not have such functions (most receivers do not offer these functions for their multi-channel analog
input), you may adjust them through the player. Speaker distance delay is only applied if the player
is decoding multi-channel audio. If you use bitstream audio output to your A/V receiver, the
bitstream audio is not adjusted for speaker distance delay.
Since the delay is calculated based on the distance difference from each speaker to the listener’s
position, it is important to set the distance for the front speakers first and then the other
speakers. Any time you change the distance of the front speakers, the distance of the other
speakers will be automatically adjusted to maintain the same distance difference.
FL
FR
C
SW
SL
SR
SBL SBR
Speaker Icons:
FL - Front Left
FR - Front Right
C - Center
SW - Subwoofer
SL - Surround Left
SR - Surround Right
SBL - Surround Back Left
SBR - Surround Back Right
1
2
3
Distances:
1 - Listener to Front
2 - Listener to Center
3 - Listener to Surround Left
For example, in the above diagram, measure the distance (in feet) from the primary listening
position to the Front Left or Front Right Speaker. Your Front Right and Left speakers should
measure the same distance. If they do not, please adjust them if possible. Enter the distance of the
Front Speakers (n in the above picture) into the “Speaker Configuration” menu.
Next, measure the distance (in feet) from center speaker (o) to the listening position. Move the
cursor to highlight the Center speaker in the Channel Delay setup page, and enter the distance (as
close as possible) in feet. Repeat for each speaker in the system (Center, Surround Left, Surround
Right, Surround Back Left, Surround Back Right and Subwoofer) as available. The player will insert
appropriate delay to the center, subwoofer and surround channels to make sure sound waves from
different speakers arrive at the listener at the same time.
Distance between the surround speakers and the listener must be shorter than or equal to that
between the front speakers and the listener.
If the channel delay settings cannot match your speaker configuration, please set all distances to
the same and use your receiver/amplifier to set the channel delay.
NOTE
The front, surround and surround back speakers are configured as pairs. Changes to the
distance of one speaker will automatically change the other speaker of the pair.
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Example Channel Delay Adjustment:
Supported Configuration Unsupported Configuration
8ft
8ft
9ft
9ft
10ft 10ft
12ft
12ft
16ft
16ft
18ft
18ft
14ft
14ft
12ft
12ft
Settings:
Front Speakers – 12ft
Center Speaker – 10ft
Subwoofer – 10ft
Surround Left – 9ft
Surround Right – 9ft
Surround Back Left – 8ft
Surround Back Right – 8ft
Settings:
Front Speakers – 12ft
Center Speaker – 12ft
Subwoofer – 12ft
Surround Left – 12ft
Surround Right – 12ft
Surround Back Left – 12ft
Surround Back Right – 12ft
3. Trim Level: The speaker trim level parameters sets the volume of each individual channel.
Channel trim is generally not required since most A/V receivers have the capability to adjust
channel trim and compensate for speaker sensitivity differences. However, if your receiver does not
have such functions (many receivers do not support channel trim for their multi-channel analog
inputs), you may adjust channel trim through the player. For most accurate results, it is
recommended that you use test tones from a calibration disc
, and a SPL (Sound Pressure Level) meter.
The trim level can be set to +/- 10dB in 0.5dB increments.
Other Audio Processing Settings
In addition to Speaker Configuration, Crossover Frequency and Dynamic Range Control are audio
processing settings that can be configured:
1. Crossover Frequency: To set the Bass Management kick-in frequency for all speakers. When the
speaker size is set to “Small” in “Speaker Configuration” (see page 29), bass information below this
freque
ncy are not passed to the speakers to reduce possible distortion, and if the subwoofer is
available, bass information will be redirected to the subwoofer. The available options are:
x 40Hz / 60Hz / 80Hz / 90Hz / 100Hz / 110Hz / 120Hz / 150Hz / 200Hz / 250Hz – These are
the available crossover frequencies. You can press the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons and
the ENTER buttons to select it. This option applies to all speakers (center, front, surround,
and surround back speakers). By default the crossover frequency is 80Hz.
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Device Setup
The “Device Setup” section of the Setup Menu system allows you to configure additional player options related
to the hardware and control functions. The menu items in this section are:
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
Firmware Information
Firmware Upgrade
Firmware Notification
Remote Control Code
HDMI CEC
Front Panel Display
Persistent Storage
On
Code 1
Off
Standard
Setup Menu
Exit
View current firmware version and system information
1. Firmware Information: To display the currently installed firmware version.
2. Firmware Upgrade: To upgrade the player’s firmware. This operation is only available when the
playback is completely stopped or when there is no disc loaded.
The firmware is the system software that controls the features and functions of the player. Since
the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, 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 update from time to
time.
There are two ways to upgrade the player’s firmware. The options are:
x Via USB – You may download the firmware files from the Primare web site to a USB
drive and then use the USB drive to upgrade the player. Please follow the instructions on
the firmware download web page.
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2. Dynamic Range Control: To set the Dynamic Range Compression (DRC). DRC can smooth out
the sonic peaks and valleys common with wide-range digital audio. Enabling DRC may make low
level audio more audible during low-level listening. Turning off DRC restores the sonic energy
present in the original recording. The available options are:
x Auto – Play at the dynamic range specified by the disc. This option applies to Blu-ray
Discs only. For other disc types no dynamic range compression is applied.
x On – Turn on dynamic range compression.
x Off – Turn off dynamic range compression.
NOTE
The Dynamic Range Compression is applied on the analog audio output, it also works on the
digital audio output (HDMI, Coaxial and Optical) when the audio format is set to PCM.
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Device Setup
The “Device Setup” section of the Setup Menu system allows you to configure additional player options related
to the hardware and control functions. The menu items in this section are:
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
Firmware Information
Firmware Upgrade
Firmware Notification
Remote Control Code
HDMI CEC
Front Panel Display
Persistent Storage
On
Code 1
Off
Standard
Setup Menu
Exit
View current firmware version and system information
1. Firmware Information: To display the currently installed firmware version.
2. Firmware Upgrade: To upgrade the player’s firmware. This operation is only available when the
playback is completely stopped or when there is no disc loaded.
The firmware is the system software that controls the features and functions of the player. Since
the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, 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 update from time to
time
.
There are two ways to upgrade the player’s firmware. The options are:
x Via USB – You may download the firmware files from the Primare web site to a USB
drive and then use the USB drive to upgrade the player. Please follow the instructions on
the firmware download web page.
x Via Disc – You may requests a firmware upgrade disc from Primare or download a
disc image from the Primare web site and burn an upgrade disc. Please follow the
instructions that come with the upgrade disc.
x Via Network – If the player has a working Internet connection (see page 4 and 33), you
may upgrade
the player directly over the Internet. Please follow the instructions on your TV
screen.
3. Firmware Notification: To set whether the player should automatically check if new firmware
versions are available on the Internet server and notify the user about new firmware. The options
are:
x On – Check for new firmware version automatically and notify the user about new firmware.
Requires a working network connection.
x Off – Do not check for new firmware version automatically.
4. Remote Control Code: The Primare BD32 Blu-ray Disc Player can respond to one of 4 sets of
remote control codes. The default is “Code 1”. If you have other Primare products placed close to the
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BD32, the other products may respond to the BD32 remote control. In this case you can select
a different remote code to avoid conflicts. The available codes are:
x Code 1 – BD32 disc player remote code set 1. This is the default remote code.
x Code 2 – BD32 disc player remote code set 2. Use this code if you have other Primare
products placed close to the BD32.
x Code 3 –
BD32 disc player remote code set 3. Use this code if you have other Primare
products placed close to the BD32.
x Alt. Code – Alternative remote code. The alternative remote control code enables users to
program their universal remote controls that come with TV, projector or A/V receiver to
operate the OPPO player. If the universal remote control has a DVD player control function,
please program it with the code for TOSHIBA, PHILIPS, MAGNAVOX, MARANTZ or
ZENITH DVD players. Since each brand of remote control may have several sets of codes,
you may need to try several times using different codes to find a working code.
If you have selected a new remote code, you must set the remote control handset to use the same code.
Please refer to the Changing the Remote Code secti
on on page xxx of this manual for details. If you have
selected “Alt. Code”, the supplied handset will not operate the player, and you must use a universal
remote control with the properly configured code set.
5. HDMI CEC: To set HDMI Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) mode. CEC is an optional HDMI
feature that enables convenient remote control and automatic setup of consumer electronics over
the HDMI connection. The remote control function allows you to use a single remote handset to
operate multiple devices connected via HDMI. For example, you may use the TV remote to control
playback of the Blu-ray Disc player. The automatic setup function can automatically turn on the TV
and change to the proper input when you start playing a disc in the Blu-ray Disc player. It can also
turn off the player automatically when you turn off the TV. The implementation and compatibility of
this feature varies by device manufacturer. Each may only implement part of the features or add
their own proprietary functions. The manufacturer-specific implementation of the HDMI CEC
function is often given a proprietary name of “…Link” or “…Sync”. The Primare BD32 Blu-ray Disc
Player provides three HDMI CEC function modes for each of its HDMI outputs:
x HDMI 1 – HDMI CEC is enabled on HDMI 1 output. Use this mode if your other devices are
compatible with the player.
x HDMI 1 (Limited) – HDMI CEC is enabled on HDMI 1 output, but the BD32 will only
respond to playback control commands. It will not respond or issue power on/off and input
selection commands. Use this mode if you do not want the automatic setup function to turn
on/off your devices.
x HDMI 2 – HDMI CEC is enabled on HDMI 2 output. Similar to HDMI 1.
x HDMI 2 (Limited) – HDMI CEC is enabled on HDMI 2 output, but the BD
32 will only
respond to playback control commands. Similar to HDMI 1 (Limited).
x Off (default) – HDMI CEC feature is turned off on both HDMI output terminals. The player
will not respond to HDMI CEC commands from other devices, nor will it setup other devices
automatically.
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x Standard (default) - The VFD windows are at full brightness. The right side window is
automatically turned off after 30 seconds, and resume momentarily if there is any user
operation.
x Dim - The VFD windows are at reduced brightness. The right side window is automatically
turned off after 10 seconds, and resumes momentarily if there is any user operation.
x Off – The VFD windows are turned off. In this mode the display will resume momentarily if
there is any user operation.
7. Persistent Storage: To manage the persistent storage for BD-Video contents. The persistent
storage is a data storage area that holds additional contents for BonusView and BD-Live features.
The data will be kept even if you turn off the player. The following persistent storage management
options are available:
x Storage Device – To select which storage device should be used as the persistent storage.
The
Primare BD32 preserves about 1GB of internal flash memory that can be used for
persistent storage. There is also a USB port on the player that can accept a USB drive to
be used as the persistent storage. The choices are:
x Internal Flash – Use the internal flash memory for persistent storage.
x USB Drive – Use a USB drive for persistent storage. To meet the specification for BD-Live,
a USB flash drive of 1GB or larger is required. A USB hard drive is not recommended.
NOTE
The new storage device choice becomes effective only after the player is restarted. Please
make sure that you turn off the player and then turn it back on after changing the “Storage
Device” option.
x Total Space – To display the total space of the persistent storage.
x Available Space – To display the currently available space of the persistent storage. If the
available space becomes too low, some Blu-ray Discs may not play properly.
x Erase BD-Video Data – To erase the BD-Video data from the persistent storage.
8. Netflix: To de-activate your Netflix account. The available options are:
x Netflix ESN – To display the Netflix ESN (Electronic Serial Number) for your player.
x De-activate Netflix – To de-activate the access to your Netflix account from your player. Once
de-activated, you have to go to the Home menu, enter the Netflix option and go through the
activation procedure again to be able to access Netflix from your player.
9. DivX
®
VOD DRM: To register or de-register your player for DivX® digital right management for
video on demand. A register or de-register code will be generated and shown.
10. Easy Setup: Choose this option to bring up the Easy Setup procedure (see details on page 6).
11. Res
et Factory Defaults: To reset all settings to the factory default value. This operation also
removes any application activation and account information such as with Netflix. The remote
control code, parental control password and ratings will not be reset. This operation is only
available when the playback is completely stopped or when there is no disc loaded.
4. Remote Control Code: The Primare BD32 can respond to one of 4 sets of remote control codes.
Leave this setting at the default code 1 at all times. If changed by accident press and hold the +10
button for 6 seconds with the tray open to reset the code.
6.
Front Panel Display: The front-panel display provides four dim levels:
• Off
• Low
• Medium
• High
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x Off – Internet access is prohibited. This will make all the remaining options in Network
Setup screen gray and un-selectable.
5. Wireless Setting – To start the wireless setting procedure. The wireless setting procedure can
be started either by selecting the “Wireless Setting” option, or by selecting “Wireless” in “Internet
Connection” option. The procedure is described as follows:
x The player first searches for the last successful wireless settings. If they exist, a message
will pop up to remind you. The available options are:
Your previous wireless settings have been found
Do you want to use them or start with new settings?
Use Previous
Start New
x Use Previous – To use the last successful wireless setting. A summary of the previous
wireless settings will pop up showing information like SSID (Service Set Identifier),
Security Mode and Security Key (in asterisk *).
SSID Your-SSID
Security Mode Your-Mode
Security Key **********
OK
Then a connection test will be automatically performed and the test result is shown on
the screen.
x Start New – To start a new wireless configuration. The BD32 supports three wireless
configuration methods and the available options are:
Scan
Manual
WPS
Scan for available wireless hot spots
Wireless Setting
Scan – To scan for available wireless hotspot. The player automatically scans for
any available wireless hotspots nearby and the search results are listed in a
window. You can press the UP/DOWN ARROW buttons to highlight a hotspot then
press the ENTER button to select it. If this hotspot is secured, you need to input
the security key using the remote control. Then a connection test will be
automatically performed and the test result is shown on the screen.
Manual – To manually set the information for a wireless hotspot. You need to use
the remote control to input the SSID, select the Security Mode and input the
Security Key. Then a connection test will be automatically performed and the test
result is shown on the screen.
WPS – To start the Wi-Fi Protected Setup. The BD32 supports the WPS standard to
provide an easy and secure establishment of a wireless home network. The
available options are:
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Network Setup
The “Network Setup” section of the Setup Menu system allows you to configure the parameters for the
Internet connection of the player, test the connection and restrict BD-Live access. The menu items in this
section are:
Playback Setup
Video Setup
Audio Format Setup
Audio Processing
Device Setup
Network Setup
Exit
Connection Information
BD-Live Network Access
My Network
Internet Connection
Wireless Setting
IP Setting
Proxy Setting
Off
On
Ethernet
Auto (DHCP)
Off
Setup Menu
Exit
Display connection information
1. Connection Information: To display the current internet connection information, such as
connection type, IP address, Ethernet MAC, Wireless MAC, etc.
2. BD-Live Network Access: To restrict BD-Live content access. The available options are:
x On – BD-Live access is permitted.
x Limited – BD-Live access is permitted only for contents that have a valid content owner
certificate. Internet access is prohibited if the BD-Live contents do not have a certificate.
This option ensures that you are accessing only authentic content, although it may block
your access to smaller independent content providers.
x Off (recommended) – BD-Live access is prohibited.
3. My Network: To set the My Network (in-home media sharing) client option. My Network option
enables the player to stream audio, video and photo from media servers within the home network.
The available options are:
x On (default) – Enable the My Network client. A broadband internet connection is required
(see details on
page 4), and the available media servers are listed inside the “My Network”
option of the Home m
enu (see details on page 16).
x Off –
Disable the My Network client. No media servers will be shown in “My Network”
option, and a warning message will pop up once you enter the “My Network” option.
4. Internet Connection: To select the internet connection type. The available options are:
x Ethernet (default) – Connect to the internet through the Ethernet cable. Please refer to the
connection instructions on page 4. Choosing this will make the “Wireless Setting” optio
n
gray and un-selectable.
x Wireless – Connect to the internet through the external wireless adaptor. Please refer to
the connection instructions on page 21. Choosing “Wireless” will start the wireless setting
procedure, and also make the “Wireless Setting” option in the next row selectable.
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PIN (Personal Identification Number)
PBC (Push Button Connection)
Please Enter the security PIN shown below into the software control panel of your
wireless router or access point, then click the “NEXT” button below
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
PIN code : Your-PIN
Refresh
Previous
Next
9 PIN – To configure the WPS using a Personal Identification Number. The
BD32 will generate a PIN and you need to input it into the software control
panel of your wireless router or access point. Please follow the on-screen
instructions.
9 PBC - To configure the WPS using Push Button Control. You need to push
a PBC button on your wireless router or access point to initiate the
wireless connection. Please follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE
SSID is short for Service Set Identifier. It is an identifier for each wireless router or
access point, and is also referred as a network name.
WPS is short for Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). It is the latest standard for easy and
secure wireless home network configuration. It is also named Wi-Fi Simple Config.
To use WPS, a WPS compatible router or access point is required.
6. IP Setting: To determine how the player obtains its IP address. The available options are:
x Auto (DHCP) - The player automatically obtains its IP address information using DHCP
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). This is the default setting. In most cases,
automatic IP configuration can be used.
x Manual – Manually enter the numeric IP address information. Set the IP configuration
manually only when the router has no DHCP server functions or when the router’s DHCP
server function is disabled. For more information on how to manually configure the Internet
connection and what values to use, please consult your broadband router/modem
instruction manuals or call your Internet service provider.
x Internet Connection – Depending on your choice in “Internet Connection” option, this
can be “Wireless” or “Ethernet”.
x IP Address: The Internet Protocol address of the player. When “IP Setting” is set to
“Auto (DHCP)”, the value displayed here is obtained using DHCP and cannot be
changed.
x Subnet Mask: Each IP address has an associated subnet mask. It is used by the
player to decide whether to route network traffic through the router or directly to another
device on the same network. When “IP Setting” is set to “Auto (DHCP)”, the value
displayed here is obtained using DHCP and cannot be changed.
x Gateway: The IP address of the router. It is also called “default gateway” or “default
router”. When “IP Setting” is set to “Auto (DHCP)”, the value displayed here is
obtained using DHCP and cannot be changed.
• DNS 1: The IP address of the first (primary) DNS (Domain Name System) server. DNS is
the mechanism to translate human-readable addresses to numeric IP addresses. When
“IP Setting” is set to “Auto (DHCP)”, the value displayed here is obtained using DHCP and
cannot be changed.
• DNS 2: The IP address of the second (secondary) DNS server. When “IP Setting” is set to
“Auto (DHCP)”, the value displayed here is obtained using DHCP and cannot be changed.
7. Proxy Setting: To configure the proxy server settings. The proxy server works as an intermediary for
network communication between clients and other servers, which can provide benefits like security,
anonymity, speedup or circumventing regional restrictions.
• On – To access the Internet via a proxy server.
• Proxy Host: To enter the proxy host name using the remote control.
• Proxy Port: To enter the proxy host port number using the remote control.
• Off (default) – Do not use a proxy server.
8. Connection Test: To test the Internet connection. It is recommended that you test the connection
when you initially connect the player to the Internet, or whenever changes to “Connection Method”,
“Wireless Setting”, “IP Setting” and other network parameters are made.
REFERENCES
Useful Notes
x In order to prolong the service life of your player, it is recommended to wait at least 30 seconds
before you turn it on again after switching it off.
x Remove disc and turn power off after operation.
x Some functions of the player may not be applicable to certain discs.
x Some discs with special features may not be fully supported by the player. This is not a
malfunction of the unit.
x In the case of player malfunction, please turn it off, wait for 30 seconds and turn it back on. If
the problem still exists, please follow the troubleshooting instructions or contac
t a Primare
service center.
Troubleshooting
Use this chart to resolve general operational problems. If there are any problems that you cannot
resolve, please contact your Primare service center.
Symptom Possible Cause Solution Reference
Page
Audio cable is not properly
connected
Check audio cable, and then reconnect if necessary. 3 - 4
SACD is played and the audio
connection is coaxial or optical
digital audio
This is not supported due to copyright restrictions of
SACD. Please use the analog or HDMI audio output.
Alternatively, you may set SACD Priority to CD mode
and the player will play the CD layer.
4, 20
No sound
DVD-Audio is played and the
audio connection is coaxial or
optical digital audio
This is not supported due to copyright restrictions of
DVD-Audio. Please use the analog or HDMI audio
output. Alternatively, you may switch to the DVDVideo playback mode.
4, 20
Video cable is not properly
connected
Check video cable; reconnect if necessary. 3
TV input is not correctly
selected
Select the input to which the player is connected.
Video output format is not
support by the TV
Select a proper output resolution that is supported by
your TV.
34
No picture
Video system is not supported
by the TV
When playback is completely stopped, press and hold
the P/N button or set the correct TV System in the
Setup Menu.
12, 22
Video system is not supported
by the TV
When playback is completely stopped, press and hold
the P/N button or set the correct TV System in the
Setup Menu.
12, 22
Saturation set too low Check the saturation setting on TV and player. 22
Loose or damaged component
video cables
If using component output, check that the three cables
are all properly plugged in and not damaged. Make
sure the color of the plugs match the jacks on both
ends.
3
No color
Incorrect video output port If using composite video output, check that the cable is
not incorrectly plugged into a component video jack.
3
Incorrect color space setting If using HDMI for video output, check the color space
setting on the TV and player.
21Incorrect color
Incorrect component video
cable connection
If using component video output, check the three
component video cables to make sure the signals
match on both ends
3
R E F E R E N C E S
Picture rolling or
split picture
Video system is not supported
by the TV
When playback is completely stopped, press and hold
the P/N button or set the correct TV System in the
Setup Menu.
12, 22
No disc or incompatible disc
loaded in player
Eject disc and check. 9
Dirty disc recording surface Eject the disc and clean any dirt or fingerprints. v
Disc not properly loaded Eject disc and make sure the label side is facing up
and the record side is facing down.
9
“No Disc” or
“Unknown Disc”
error
Condensation on the Laser
pick-up head
Turn on the player, eject the disc and leave the player
on for about an hour.
iv
Remote control is out of range Use the remote control within the effective range. ii
Low battery Replace the batteries. ii
Remote control
failure
Incorrect remote control code ii
Scratched or damaged disc is
used
Replace the disc. 9
Some functions are not
available during playback
Stop playback completely, then try again. 9
Temporary
function failure
Interference from other devices Identify interference by turning off other devices, and
then relocate or replace the offending device
iv
Some Setup
Menu items are
grayed out
Some setup options cannot be
changed while a disc is playing.
Some setup options may be
mutually exclusive with other
setup options.
Fully stop playback, eject the disc and try the Setup
Menu again.
6
Set the correct TV System in the Setup Menu.
Set the correct TV System in the Setup Menu.
Set the correct TV System in the Setup Menu.
Press and hold the +10 key on the remote for 6
seconds with the tray open to reset the code
Setting the Trigger Input and IR Input
• Ensure that there is no disc in the player and the display reads:
No Disc
• Hold down the = button for 3 seconds until the version number is displayed.
NOTE: You need to keep the = button held down throughout this procedure.
• When the version number is displayed press the * button.
• Press the * button to select TRIG.
TRIG OFF
• Press the ˘ button to select between TRIG OFF, to disable the trigger input, or TRIG ON, to
enable it.
• Press the * button to select IR:
IR FRONT
• Press the ˘ button to select between IR FRONT, to control the BD32 using a remote control
pointed at the front panel, or IR BACK, to control it via the IR-input on the back panel.
• Release the = button to save the settings and return to normal operation.
These settings are restored to their default values, trigger off and IR front, when you turn off power at
the back panel.
R E F E R E N C E S
Language Code List
Code Language Name
6565 Afar
6566 Abkhazian
6570 Afrikaans
6577 Amharic
6582 Arabic
6583 Assamese
6588 Aymara
6590 Azerbaijani
6665 Bashkir
6669 Byelorussian
6671 Bulgarian
6672 Bihari
6678 Bengali, Bangla
6679 Tibetan
6682 Breton
6765 Catalan
6779 Corsican
6783 Czech
6789 Welsh
6865 Danish
6869 German
6890 Bhutani
6976 Greek
6978 English
6979 Esperanto
6983 Spanish
6984 Estonian
6985 Basque
7065 Persian
7073 Finnish
7074 Fi jian
7079 Faroese
7082 French
7089 Frisian
7165 Irish
7168 Scots Gaelic
7176 Galician
7178 Guarani
7185 Gujarati
7265 Hausa
7273 Hindi
7282 Croatian
Code Language Name
7285 Hungarian
7289 Armenian
7365 Interlingua
7378 Indonesian
7383 Icelandic
7384 Italian
7387 Hebrew
7465 Japanese
7473 Yiddish
7487 Javanese
7565 Georgian
7575 Kazakh
7576 Greenlandic
7577 Cambodian
7578 Kannada
7579 Korean
7583 Kashmiri
7585 Kurdish
7589 Kirghiz
7665 Latin
7678 Lingala
7679 Laothian
7684 Lithuanian
7686 Latvian,Lettish
7771 Malagasy
7773 Maori
7775 Macedonian
7776 Malayalam
7778 Mongolian
7779 Moldavian
7782 Marathi
7783 Malay
7784 Maltese
7789 Burmese
7865 Nauru
7869 Nepali
7876 Dutch
7879 Norwegian
7982 Oriya
8065 Panjabi
8076 Polish
8083 Pashto, Pushto
Code Language Name
8084 Portuguese
8185 Quechua
8277 Rhaeto-Romance
8279 Romanian
8285 Russian
8365 Sanskrit
8368 Sindhi
8372 Serbo-Croatian
8373 Singhalese
8375 Slovak
8376 Slovenian
8377 Samoan
8378 Shona
8379 Somali
8381 Albanian
8382 Serbian
8385 Sundanese
8386 Swedish
8387 Swahili
8465 Tamil
8469 Telugu
8471 Tajik
8472 Thai
8473 Tigrinya
8475 Turkmen
8476 Tagalog
8479 Tonga
8482 Turkish
8484 Tatar
8487 Twi
8575 Ukrainian
8582 Urdu
8590 Uzbek
8673 Vietnamese
8679 Volapuk
8779 Wolof
8872 Xhosa
8979 Yoruba
9072 Chinese
9085 Zulu
Specifications
CD performance Freq resp -0.19dB @20K; THD+N 1K 0dBFS (22K LPF) 0.0015%;
SACD (DSD) performance Freq resp -0,17dB @20K; THD+N 1K 0dBFS (22K LPF) 0.0055%;
Analogue outputs 1 pair Stereo XLR and 1 pair RCA both 4.3Vrms
1 multichannel 7.1 RCA input
Digital outputs 1x SPDIF (RCA); 1x AES/EBU (XLR); 1x optical (TOS-link)
Inputs USB, LAN, e-Sata, IR in/out 3.5mm; RS232; Trigger in/out 3.5mm
D/A converter Crystal DSD DAC CS4398
Output impedance RCA 100Ω; XLR 110Ω
Power consumption Standby 0.5W, Idle 50W, Operation 60W
Dimensions 430 x 375 x 106 mm
Weight 10.5kg
Colour options Black or Titanium
Noise A-weighted. -138dBV
Noise A-weighted. -125dBV
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