NAD M55 User manual

M55
Digital Disc Player
ENGLISH
FRANÇAISDEUTSCH
NEDERLANDS
ESPAÑOLITALIANO
PORTUGUÊS
SVENSKA
Owner’s Manual
Manuel d’Installation
Bedienungsanleitung
Gebruikershandleiding
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH NEDERLANDS ESPAÑOL ITALIANO PORTUGUÊS SVENSKA
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Save these instructions for later use.
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the audio equipment.
1 Read instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.
2 Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4 Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5 Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6 Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7 Water and Moisture - Do not use this product near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,
or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8 Accessories - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall,
causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
9 A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
10 Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11 Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company.
•Main Power Disconnect; When the power switch is in the Off position, the amplifier is not completely
disconnected from the main power. The primary method of isolating the amplifier from the mains supply is to
disconnect the mains plug. Ensure that the mains plug remains accessible at all times. When installing the
product, ensure that the plug is easily accessible.
•Non-use Period; Unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet if the unit will not be used for a long period
of time such as several months or more.
•CLASS 1 Products; The M55 shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
12 Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
13 Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements
for the grounding electrode.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
•This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
14 Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This
will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
15 Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other
electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with
them might be fatal.
16 Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can
result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
17 Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
WARNING
18 Transportation - Transport the M55 in the shipping containers supplied. Do not transport the M55 using one
shipping container; to do so may result in damage to either the amplifier or personnel.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction
ENGLISH
FRANÇAISDEUTSCHNEDERLANDSESPAÑOL
ITALIANO
PORTUGUÊS
SVENSKA
19 Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by
the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive
work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service.
20 Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
21 Safety Check - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
22 Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 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 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE
APPLIANCE
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by NAD Electronics for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.
CAUTION REGARDING PLACEMENT
To maintain proper ventilation, be sure to leave a space around the unit (from the largest outer dimensions including projections) equal
to, or greater than, shown below.
Left and Right Panels : 10 cm
Rear Panel : 10 cm
Top Panel : 50 cm
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR UK CUSTOMERS
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable
is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. If, nonetheless,
the mains plug is cut off, REMOVE THE FUSE and dispose of the PLUG immediately, to avoid possible shock hazard by inadvertent
connection to the mains supply. If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instructions
given below:
IMPORTANT
DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked with the letter ‘E’ or by the safety
earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN AND YELLOW.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter ‘N’ or coloured BLACK.
The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter ‘L’ or coloured RED
When replacing the fuse, only a correctly rated and approved type should be used, and be sure
to re-fit the fuse cover.
IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN
This product is manufactured to comply with the radio interference requirements of EEC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEC, 93/68/EEC, and
73/23/EEC.
NOTES ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
At the end of its useful life, this product must not be disposed of with regular household waste but must be returned to a collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. The symbol on the product, user's manual and packaging, point this out.
The materials can be reused in accordance with their markings. Through re-use, recycling of raw materials, or other forms of recycling
of old products, you are making an important contribution to the protection of our environment. Your local administrative office can
advise you of the responsible waste disposal point.
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Introduction
ENGLISH FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH NEDERLANDS ESPAÑOL ITALIANO PORTUGUÊS SVENSKA
INTRODUCTION
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5
IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
Front Panel/Display window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Rear Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8
Preparing The Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Operation Of The M55 With The Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
OPERATION
Operation of the M55 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Special Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-14
Automatic Power Off Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Stopping Play. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Resume Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Still Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Frame Advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Skipping chapters and tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Scanning at High Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing in Slow-Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
OSD Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Display/Titles/Menus/Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Viewing From Another Angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Repeat Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Storing Markers in Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Zoom Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Random Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Program Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Playback Audio with CD, SACD, VCD, and DVD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
CAUTION
THIS DVD PLAYER EMPLOYS A LASER SYSTEM. TO ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THIS
OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY AND RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE UNIT REQUIRE MAINTENANCE,
CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED SERVICE LOCATION.
USE OF CONTROLS, ADJUSTMENTS TO MODIFY PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
TO PREVENT DIRECT EXPOSURE TO LASER BEAM, DO NOT TRY TO OPEN THE ENCLOSURE. VISIBLE LASER RADIATION
EXISTS WHEN THE ENCLOSURE IS OPENED. DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM.
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.
WARNING: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY
RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.
NOTE
M55 is not an auto voltage DVD player. Connect only to the prescribed AC outlet, i.e., 120V 60Hz or 230V 50Hz.
RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER (NOW, WHILE YOU CAN SEE IT) The model and serial number of
your new DVD player are located on the back of the DVD player cabinet. For your future convenience, we suggest
that you record these numbers here:
Model No. :________________________Serial No. :_________________
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SETUP
Connecting to Surround Sound System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-23
SACD/DVD-A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Dolby Digital Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2-Channel Digital Stereo Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
DTS Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Connecting to an Analogue Stereo System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Connecting to a TV Directly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Initial Setup Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-29
Selecting Languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Selecting Video Aspect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Selecting Scan Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Selecting Signal Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Selecting Gamma Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Selecting Black Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Selecting Brightness Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Selecting Contrast Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Selecting Saturation Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Selecting Video Adjustment Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Selecting Digital and Audio Output and Other Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
REFERENCE
Notes on Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Playable Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Disc Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Table of Languages and Their Abbreviations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Copyright Information/Macrovision Product Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Video Output Scan Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
High resolution DVD-audio stereo 192kHz 24-bit discs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
ABOUT THIS OWNER’S MANUAL
This owner’s manual explains the basic instructions of this M55. Some DVD/DVD-A/SACD/VCD/CD media
have functions that may not be explained in this owner’s manual. Therefore, some instructions may differ
from the M55 owner’s manual, and there may be extra instructions. In this case, follow the instructions
displayed on the media package or displayed on the OSD during operation.
NOTES
• Refer to the owner’s manual of your audio equipment as well. When you connect the M55 to other
equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all of the equipment from the wall outlet before
making any connections. The output sound of the M55 has a wide dynamic range. Be sure to adjust
the receiver’s volume to a moderate listening level. Otherwise, the speakers may be damaged by a
sudden high volume sound. Turn off the receiver before you connect or disconnect the M55’s power
cord. If you leave the receiver power on, the speakers may be damaged.
• When playing high bit rate recordings, like DVD-Audio or SACD, some of the video menus may
become unresponsive. Under these conditions all of the M55's resources are being used to decode
the audio data.
• For gapless playback of musical works that include individual tracks but no silent gaps between songs
or movements, the disc should be played from the beginning without interruption. Skipping tracks
or using the Program Mode will introduce gaps.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction
ENGLISH
FRANÇAISDEUTSCHNEDERLANDSESPAÑOL
ITALIANO
PORTUGUÊS
SVENSKA
NAD is a trademark of NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited
Copyright 2006,NAD Electronics International, a division of Lenbrook Industries Limited
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