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Arcam DV79 User Manual

Arcam DV79
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DV79HANDBOOK/MANUEL/HANDBUCH/HANDLEIDING
Arcam DV79 DVD player
Lecture de DVD Arcam DV79
DVD-Spieler Arcam DV79
Arcam DV79 DVD-Speler
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Arcam DV79 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandArcam
ModelDV79
CategoryDVD Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Guidelines

Important Safety Instructions

Provides essential safety precautions and warnings for operating the appliance.

Safety Compliance

Confirms adherence to international electrical safety standards, specifically IEC 60065.

Before You Start

Using This Handbook

Explains how to use the manual for installation, setup, and operation of the DV79.

What's in the Box

Lists the items included with the Arcam DV79 DVD player upon purchase.

Remote Control Setup

Details inserting batteries and basic guidelines for using the remote control.

Disc Compatibility and Connections

Supported Disc Types

Lists all disc formats playable by the Arcam DV79, including DVD, CD, MP3, and WMA.

Media Compatibility Notes

Provides information on DVD-R/RW, CD-R/RW, compressed audio, and PC-created disc compatibility.

HDMI Digital Interface

Explains the function and benefits of the HDMI connection for high-quality audio and video.

Installation

Unit Positioning

Provides guidance on placing the DV79 unit for optimal ventilation and stability.

Video Output Connections

Details connecting the DV79's various video outputs (Composite, S-Video, Component, RGB/SCART) to display devices.

Progressive Video Output

Instructions for using the progressive scan video output for enhanced picture quality.

HDMI and Digital Audio Connections

Guides on connecting via HDMI and utilizing digital audio outputs for external decoders.

Analogue Audio and Remote Input Connections

Details connecting analogue audio outputs and the remote control input jack.

Power Supply Connection

Instructions for safely connecting the unit to the mains power supply.

Basic DVD Player Operation

Introduction and Front Controls

Overview of basic operation and description of the DV79's front panel controls.

Disc Playback Functions

Covers loading, playing, fast play, skipping, pausing, and stopping discs.

Front Panel Menu Navigation

Explains how to use the front panel buttons to navigate menus.

The HDMI Interface

About HDMI

Explains the High-Definition Multimedia Interface technology and its capabilities.

Connecting via HDMI

Provides steps and recommendations for connecting the DV79 to HDMI-equipped devices.

HDMI Troubleshooting

Addresses common video and audio problems encountered when using the HDMI connection.

Using the CR-415 Remote Control

Basic Controls

Covers buttons for power, display, volume, clearing input, and basic operations.

Playback and Navigation Controls

Details buttons for playing, pausing, skipping, fast play, and disc navigation.

Menu and Setup Navigation

Explains buttons for accessing setup menus, disc menus, and programming playback.

Advanced Remote Controls (CR-415)

Disc and Picture Adjustment Controls

Covers TRIM, ZOOM, SUBT, TITLE, RTN, PL, P MODE, SRCH, MEM, and ANGLE functions.

Status and Audio Controls

Details the STATUS, AUDIO, and ANGLE buttons for playback information and selection.

Configuring Your DVD Player

Introduction to Set-up Menu

Introduces the Set-up menu for configuring the player to your system and preferences.

Obtaining a Picture

Guides initial setup for displaying a picture, recommending composite video for compatibility.

Navigating the Set-up Menus

Explains how to enter, navigate, and change options within the Set-up menu pages.

Operational Setup

Configuration of display messages, menus, subtitles, remote type, and disc priority.

Video Setup

Output Priority and TV System

Sets HDMI plug-and-play and the video standard (Auto, NTSC, PAL) based on display capabilities.

Progressive Scan and TV Shape

Configures progressive scan output and the display aspect ratio (4:3, 16:9).

Analogue and Digital Video Settings

Analogue Video Output Configuration

Controls the type of video output for Component and SCART connections.

Digital Video Output Configuration

Controls the type of video output for the HDMI connection.

NTSC Black Level (Pedestal)

Adjusts the black level for NTSC video output, with options for 0 IRE and 7.5 IRE.

Audio Setup

Digital Audio Output Selection

Selects between Bitstream and Stereo PCM digital audio output formats.

Audio Language and Down-sampling

Sets default audio track language and down-sample rate for external audio decoders.

Audio Settings Details

Audio Compression and Pro Logic II

Enables audio compression for quiet listening and configures Pro Logic II decoding modes.

Dimension, Centre Width, and Panorama

Adjusts soundfield depth, phantom centre image, and surround effects for Pro Logic II Music.

Speaker Setup

Speaker Positioning and Delays

Configures speaker placement delays and measurement units for audio synchronization.

Subwoofer and Stereo+Sub Trims

Controls subwoofer volume trim settings for multi-channel and stereo sources.

Speaker Setup Details

Stereo+Sub and Crossover Frequency

Manages low-frequency redirection for stereo sources and sets the bass crossover frequency.

Delay Setup

Speaker Positioning Delay

Adjusts delays for speaker placement to synchronize sound arrival.

Video Post-Processing Delay (Lip-Sync)

Corrects digital video delay to resolve lip-sync issues.

Trim Setup

Test Noise and Trim Adjustment

Uses test noise for calibration and adjusts relative speaker sensitivity (volume).

Access Setup

Parental Control Setup (Password and Rating)

Sets a password and rating level to restrict content playback, enabling parental control.

Completing Setup

Saves all configured settings and exits the Set-up menu.

Advanced DVD and VCD Features

Jumping to a Particular Point

Allows navigation to specific times or chapters on DVD and VCD discs.

Special Playback Modes

Enables repeat, shuffle, and A-B repeat functions for enhanced playback control.

Programmed Playback

DVD-Video and DVD-Audio Programming

Guides on creating custom playback sequences for DVD-video and DVD-audio discs.

VCD Programmed Playback

Instructions for creating custom playback sequences for VCD discs.

General Programmed Playback Notes

Covers starting, stopping, and managing programmed playback sequences.

Advanced MP3, WMA, JPEG, and Audio-CD Features

Disc Navigator Screen Layout

Explains the elements and commands displayed on the disc navigator screen.

Player Modes (Browse, Program, Playlist)

Describes the different operating modes for navigating and playing media files.

Media File Playback and Navigation

Browsing the Disc (Browse Mode)

Details how to navigate directories and play files in Browse mode.

Programmed Playback for CDs

Instructions for creating custom playback sequences for audio CDs and CD-ROMs.

Shuffle and Repeat Playback

Repeat and Shuffle Controls

Explains how to use the Repeat and Shuffle functions for audio CDs.

Remote Control Codes

Command Code Reference

Lists decimal codes for power, playback, display, and advanced remote control commands.

Technical Specifications

General and Video Specifications

Details power requirements, consumption, dimensions, weight, and video output specifications.

Audio and Accessory Specifications

Covers audio output levels, frequency response, THD+N, S/N ratio, digital output, and supplied accessories.

Guarantee and Registration

Worldwide Guarantee Terms

Outlines the terms and conditions for the two-year limited warranty.

Claims and Support

Provides procedures for warranty claims and contact information for customer support.

Online Product Registration

Information on how to register the Arcam product online for warranty and service.

Serial Programming Interface

Introduction and Conventions

Describes the RS232 protocol and defines communication conventions and data transfer format.

Command and Response Formats

Details the structure of ASCII commands, responses, and answer codes used for control.

State Changes and Answer Codes

Explains how player state changes are communicated and defines answer codes for command processing.

Serial Interface Status and Examples

Status Codes Definition

Defines codes that indicate the current operational status of the DV79 player.

Example Command Sequence

Demonstrates a typical command and response sequence for controlling the player.

Command Specifications - Power and Display

Power Control Commands

Specifies commands for changing the DV79's power state and managing standby mode.

Display Control Commands

Specifies commands for adjusting the brightness of the front-panel display.

Request Disc Time

Disc Time Query Command

Details the command to request the current playback time of a disc.

Request Title-Group Information

Title-Group Information Command

Details the command to request current title/group information for a DVD disc.

Request Chapter-Track Information

Chapter-Track Information Command

Details the command to request current chapter/track information for a disc.

Request System Status

System Status Query Command

Details the command to query the current operational status of the player.

Status Triggers and Version Information

Status Triggers Control

Commands to enable or disable full-duplex status updates from the DV79.

RS232 Protocol Version

Command to retrieve the software version of the RS232 command protocol.

Basic Control and Zoom Commands

Basic Playback Control Commands

Commands for basic disc playback operations like play, stop, and pause.

Zoom Level Control Commands

Commands to set the screen image enlargement level.

Slow-Fast Playback Control

Speed Adjustment Commands

Commands for selecting slow or fast forward/rewind speeds for disc playback.

Audio Stream Selection Command

Audio Format and Channel Selection

Command to change the audio stream selection for a DVD disc, including format and channel codes.

Page Navigation and Shuffle Control

Page Navigation Commands

Commands to change to the next or previous display page.

Shuffle Playback Mode Control

Command to switch playback mode between shuffle and non-shuffle for audio CDs.

Subtitle Selection Command

Subtitle Language Control

Command to change the subtitle selection for a DVD disc, including language codes.

Angle and Player Menu Control

Angle Selection Commands

Commands to change the camera angle selection for a DVD disc.

Player Menu Control Commands

Commands to open, close, or query the state of player menus.

Number Input and Field Clearing

Number Input Commands

Commands for sending numbers to the DVD player, digit by digit.

Field Clearing Commands

Commands to clear a numerical entry or field on the screen.

Cursor Navigation Commands

Cursor Movement and Selection

Commands to move and select the highlight on the screen, including OK function.

DVD Menu Navigation Commands

Top Menu Playback Command

Command to play the top-level disc menu.

Title Menu Playback Command

Command to play the title-level menu of the disc.

Menu Return, Drawer, and Repeat Control

Return to Previous Menu Command

Command to return to the previous-level disc menu screen.

Drawer Open/Close Commands

Commands to open or close the DV79's disc drawer.

Repeat Playback Mode Commands

Commands to set the player's repeat state.

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