NAIM DVD5-AV2 User manual

W O R L D C L A S S H I F I
OWNERS MANUAL
DVD Player: DVD5. AV Processor: AV2

IMPORTANT
In order to comply with current European safety regulations
it is essential that the Naim loudspeaker connectors supplied
with amplifiers and loudspeakers are used.
Do not under any circumstances allow anyone to modify your
Naim equipment without first checking with the factory, your
dealer, or your distributor. Unauthorised modifications will
invalidate your guarantee.
For your own safety do not under any circumstances open
Naim equipment without first disconnecting it from the mains.
Warning: an apparatus with CLASS I construction shall be
connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.
Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the
disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable. To disconnect the equipment from the mains remove
the mains plug from the mains outlet.
The following label is attached to all mains powered
equipment:
NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
relevant EMC and Safety Standards, and, where applicable,
also complies 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 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
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult your Naim dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
WARNING
THIS APPARATUS
MUST BE EARTHED
Contents
Page
Section
1
1
Equipment Installation
2
Connections
3
Mains Power Connection
2
4
General Installation
DVD5 stand-alone, DVD5 and AV2
3
5
Product Introduction
4
6
DVD5 Media, Outputs and Connections
7
DVD5 (AV2) Setup
9
8
DVD5 (AV2) Operation
11
9
DVD5/AV2 Integration
10
NARCOM DV Remote Handset
12
11
DVD5/AV2 Connections
13
12
DVD5 Trouble-shooting
13
DVD5 Specification
14
14
Video Formats Explained
AV2 stand-alone
16
15
AV2 Basics and Quick Setup
18
16
AV2 Inputs and Interfaces
17
AV2 Outputs and Interfaces
19
18
AV2 Detailed Setup
22
19
AV2 Operation
26
20
NARCOM AV Remote Handset
21
AV2 Setup Defaults
27
22
AV2 Connections
30
23
AV2 Specifications
24
Declaration of Conformity

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2 Connections
It is important for both safety and performance that
the standard cables supplied are not modified.
2.1 Interconnect Cables
If options are available with your equipment and installation,
DIN interconnect sockets should be used in preference to RCA
Phono sockets. One end of each Naim interconnect cable is
marked with a band to establish its correct orientation. The band
denotes the end that connects to the signal source.
Interconnect plugs and sockets should be kept clean and free
from corrosion. The easiest way to clean them is to switch off
the equipment, pull the plugs out of their sockets, and push
them back in again. Contact cleaners and “enhancers” should
not be used as the film they tend to deposit may degrade the
sound.
2.2 Loudspeaker Cables
Loudspeaker cables are vitally important and your dealer should
make them up to suit your installation. The cables should
each be at least 3.5 metres long and of equal length. The
recommended maximum is normally 20 metres although longer
cables may be viable with some Naim amplifiers. Contact your
dealer or Naim Audio for advice.
Many Naim amplifiers are designed only to work with Naim
loudspeaker cable and using alternatives may degrade the
performance or even damage the amplifier. Naim loudspeaker
cable is directional and should be oriented so that the printed
arrow points towards the speakers. The amplifier/loudspeaker
connectors supplied are designed to make a robust electro-
mechanical connection and to comply with European safety
regulations. They should be used in preference to alternatives.
3 Mains Power Connection
Where fused plugs are used 13 amp fuses should be
fitted. Fuses of a lower rating will fail after a period
of use. Do not wire voltage dependent resistors or
noise suppressors into mains plugs. They degrade the
mains supply and the sound.
1 Equipment Installation
Normally your Naim Audio equipment will have been installed by the dealer who sold
it to you - even if you live outside their immediate vicinity. In any event however
your dealer is responsible for making sure that the system performs as it should.
Information given here is not intended to reduce this responsibility in any way.
Introduction
Naim Audio products are conceived with performance as the top priority.
Careful installation will help ensure that their full potential is achieved.
This manual covers the DVD5 DVD player and the AV2 Audio Processor. It
begins with general installation notes and statutory safety warnings for all
Naim Audio products. Product specific information begins in Section 5.
3.1 Mains Plug Wiring
In some territories a mains plug may need to be
fitted to the supplied mains lead. As the colours of
the wires in the mains lead may not correspond with
the coloured markings identifying the terminals in the
plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured
GREEN-AND-YELLOW
must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the
letter
E
or by the safety earth symbol or coloured
GREEN
or
GREEN
and
YELLOW
.
The wire which is coloured
BLUE
must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
N
or
coloured
BLACK
.
The wire which is coloured
BROWN
must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter
L
or coloured
RED
.
3.2 Non-rewirable Mains Plugs
If a non-rewirable plug is cut from a mains lead (for whatever
purpose) the plug
MUST
be disposed of in a way to render it
totally useless. Considerable shock hazard exists if the cut-off
plug is inserted into a mains outlet.
3.3 Mains Circuits and Cables
A hi-fi system usually shares a mains circuit with other
household equipment some of which can cause distortion of the
mains waveform. This distortion can in turn lead to a mechanical
hum from power amplifier and power supply transformers.
Naim transformers are large in size with heavy gauge windings,
making them relatively sensitive to such distortion, and it may
be necessary to take account of transformer hum when siting
your equipment.
Transformer hum is not transmitted through the speakers and
has no effect on the performance of the system; however, a
separate mains circuit may reduce it. Such a circuit (ideally with
a 30 or 45 Amp rating) will also improve system performance.
Advice on the installation of a separate mains circuit should be
sought from a qualified electrician.
Do not substitute alternative mains leads and plugs to
those supplied. They are selected to offer the best possible
performance.

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4 General Installation
Naim equipment is designed to offer the finest
performance possible avoiding compromise wherever
practical. This can lead to circumstances that may
be unfamiliar. The notes that follow contain advice
specifically related to Naim equipment as well as
more general warnings about the use of domestic
audio products. Please read them carefully.
4.1 Siting The Equipment
In order to reduce the risk of hum audible from the
loudspeakers, power supplies and power amplifiers should be
located a reasonable distance away from other equipment. The
maximum separation distance for connected equipment is that
allowed by the standard interconnect lead.
Some Naim equipment is extremely heavy. Ensure that your
equipment rack or table can easily support the weight and is
stable.
4.2 Switching On
Source components and power supplies should be switched on
before the power amplifiers. Always switch amplifiers off and
wait a minute before connecting or disconnecting any leads.
Always use the power switch on the product rather than a mains
outlet switch.
A “thump” may be heard from the loudspeakers as power
amplifiers are switched on. This is normal, will not cause any
loudspeaker damage and does not point to any fault or problem.
A mild “pop” may also be heard shortly after power amplifiers
are switched off.
4.3 Running In
Naim equipment takes a considerable time to run in before
it performs at its best. The duration varies, but under some
conditions the sound may continue to improve for over a month.
Better and more consistent performance will be achieved if
the system is left switched on for long periods. It is worth
remembering however that equipment left connected to the
mains can be damaged by lightning.
4.4 Radio Interference
In some circumstances, depending on where you live and the
earthing arrangements in your home, you may experience
radio frequency interference. Controls on broadcasting in some
territories allow very high levels of radio frequency radiation
and both the choice and exact siting of equipment may be
critical. Susceptibility to radio frequency interference is related
to the wide internal bandwidth necessary for high sound quality.
Systems incorporating moving coil phono preamplifiers and
active crossovers are more likely to suffer. A radio frequency
filter kit is available for some Naim equipment but sound quality
will be progressively compromised as more elements of the
kit are fitted. In situations of extreme radio interference Naim
equipment may be unsuitable.
4.5 Non-standard Cables
Use of non-standard speaker cables or interconnects may
invalidate your guarantee.
4.6 Lightning Precautions
Your Naim hi-fi system can be damaged by lightning. Power
amplifiers are particularly at risk and should be turned off and
disconnected from the mains when there is risk of lightning
strike. For complete protection all mains plugs and any aerial
cables should be disconnected when not in use.
4.7 Liquid Precautions
Equipment must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquid, such as vases, should be placed on the
equipment.
4.8 Equipment Fuses
Mains powered Naim Audio equipment is fitted with a mains
input fuse on the rear panel adjacent to the mains input socket.
Replace it if necessary only with the spare fuse supplied or
with identical fuses. Repeated failure of this fuse points to an
equipment or system fault that should be investigated by your
dealer or at the factory by Naim itself.
4.9 Problems?
Consumer protection varies from country to country. In
most territories a dealer must be prepared to take back
any equipment he has sold if it cannot be made to work
satisfactorily. A problem may be due to a fault in the system or
its installation so it is essential to make full use of your dealer’s
diagnostic skills. Please contact your local distributor, or Naim
Audio directly, if any difficulties cannot be resolved.
Some Naim equipment is made in special versions for
different territories and this makes it impracticable to arrange
international guarantees. Please establish the local guarantee
arrangements with your dealer. Contact Naim Audio directly for
help and advice if necessary.
4.10 Repairs and Updates
It is essential that repairs and updates are only carried out
by an authorised Naim dealer or at the factory by Naim itself.
Many components are custom made, tested or matched and
appropriate replacements are often unobtainable from other
sources.
Direct contact to Naim for service or update information should
be made initially through the Service Department:
Tel:
[phone]
Email:
ser[email protected]
Please quote the product serial number (found on its rear panel)
in all correspondence.
Introduction

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DVD5 and AV2
5 Product Introduction
This manual covers installation and operation of the DVD5 DVD player and the AV2
audio processor. Both products are fundamentally straightforward in use, however
their versatility and comprehensive functionality mean that a little time spent
reading will help ensure problem-free use.
The DVD5 section of the manual covers use of the player as a stand-alone product
as well as when connected to and integrated with an AV2. This section also covers
the DVD5 Multi-channel Card audio upgrade (McC) option.
The AV2 section of the manual covers use of the processor as a stand-alone product.
The AV2 feature-set and operation described in this manual refers to units
incorporating software release Version 01-04 or later. Contact Naim Audio directly or
your local representative for information on software identification and updates.
Both the DVD5 and AV2 should be installed on dedicated equipment stands intended
for the purpose. Care should be taken to ensure that they are level. Do not switch on
until all input and output connections are made.
Following this introduction, the manual is divided into the following sections.
DVD5
Section 6 - DVD5 Media, Outputs and Connections:
6.1 DVD5 Media
6.2 Video Outputs
6.3 Audio Outputs
Section 7 - DVD5 Setup:
7.1 Initial Video Options
7.2 On Screen Display and Interface
7.3 DVD5 Playback Setup
7.4 System Setup
7.5 Video Setup
7.6 High Definition Video Setup
7.7 Audio/AV2 Setup (AV2 and Multi-channel Card)
7.8 Speaker Setup (AV2 and Multi-channel Card)
7.9 Parental Control Setup
7.10 DVD5 Menu Defaults
Section 8 - DVD5 Operation:
8.1 Playback Control
8.2 Playback Options
Section 9 - DVD5/AV2 Integration:
9.1 Integrated System Standby
9.2 Automatic Switching
9.3 Volume Control
Section 10 - NARCOM DV Handset
Section 11 - DVD5 Connections:
11.1 DVD5 Rear Panel
11.2 DVD5 Connected To AV2
Section 12 - DVD5 Trouble-shooting
Section 13 - DVD5 Specifications
Section 14 - Video Formats Explained:
14.1 Video Display - Interlaced and Progressive Scan
14.2 Video Interface Formats
AV2
Section 15 - AV2 Basics and Quick Setup:
15.1 Switching On and Off
15.2 Input Setup Routine
15.3 Speaker Setup Routine
Section 16 - AV2 Inputs and Interfaces:
16.1 AV2 Input and Interface Connections
Section 17 - AV2 Outputs and Interfaces:
17.1 AV2 Output and Interface Connections
Section 18 - AV2 Detailed Setup:
18.1 Input Setup Routine
18.2 Speaker Setup Routine
Section 19 - AV2 Operation:
19.1 Input Selection and Volume Control
19.2 Decode Modes - Selection and Availability
19.3 Channel Schemes and Speakers
19.4 Decode Table - Selection, Availability and Display
19.5 Decode Table - Decode Modes and Channel Schemes
19.6 Surround Encoding - Technology
19.7 Accessory Functions
Section 20 - NARCOM AV Handset
Section 21 - AV2 Setup Defaults:
21.1 Input Defaults
21.2 Speaker Defaults
21.3 Restoring Defaults
Section 22 - AV2 Connections:
22.1 AV2 Rear Panel
22.2 Stand-alone AV System
22.3 AV Integrated With Two-channel System
Section 23 - AV2 Specifications

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6 DVD5 Media, Outputs and Connections
6.1 DVD5 Media
The DVD5 supports NTSC and PAL DVD, “Red Book” Audio
CD, DVD-A Stereo, DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R, CD-RW and copy
protected Audio Discs. With the addition of the Multi-channel
Card upgrade DVD-A multi-channel is also supported.
Note:
The large variety of disc manufacturing processes and formats
now available means that on rare occasions a disc falling into the
one of the above categories may still not play correctly. You should
return the disc to the retailer if this occurs.
DVD region coding is sales territory dependent and is specified
on the rear panel of the player.
6.2 Video Outputs
The DVD5 can provide video outputs in a number of different
formats on a variety of connection sockets. Each format and
socket is appropriate for alternative display types - TV, CRT
Monitor, TFT Monitor, Plasma, Projector, etc - and it is important
for the best picture quality that the appropriate socket is used.
Table 6.4 below lists, in order of preference, connection formats
for any display device. Select, from the connection options
available on your display, the one nearest the top of the list.
6.3 Audio Outputs
The DVD5 provides digital audio output via both coaxial and
optical connectors. There are two coaxial and two optical
connectors on the DVD5 rear panel. Each carries the same
signal. Digital audio should be connected to either the coaxial or
optical input of an appropriate AV processor. The coaxial option
is likely to give better results.
Stereo analogue audio output is available on both DIN and
RCA-Phono sockets. Multi-channel audio, available when the
Multi-channel Card is fitted is delivered via a pair of five pin DIN
sockets.
Note:
The analogue audio signal available from the SCART
interface is not of optimum quality and is only suitable for uncritical
monitoring, setup or diagnostic use.
7 DVD5 Setup
Once connected to a display and audio system the
DVD5 must be set up appropriately before use.
The player will switch on initially in
standby
mode with a flashing
display indicator. When the indicator stops flashing the player is
ready for use. A single press on the front panel or handset
play
or
stop
buttons, or on the handset
standby
or
open
keys will
wake the player.
To switch the player into standby mode, press and hold the front
panel
play
and
stop
buttons, or press the handset
standby
key.
Note:
Standby mode reduces power consumption when the player
is not in use.
7.1 Initial Video Options
As the display on the player itself provides only minimal
information during set up, the video display should be switched
on and the appropriate channel selected so that the player-
generated On Screen Display is available. Two initial set up
options may however need to be adjusted before the display will
operate correctly. These options select between
NTSC
or
PAL
,
and between
Video Colour Format
options. The default state for
the NTSC/PAL option is
auto.
The
Video Colour Format
options only apply to the player’s
BNC
output sockets, the options being
RGB, RGBHV, YPbPr
and
YP-
HV (YPbPrHV)
. The default state is
YPbPr.
To change the NTSC/
PAL and Video Colour Format settings proceed as follows below.
7.1.1 NTSC or PAL Video Selection
With the player stopped (or no disc is loaded) switch between
NTSC, PAL
and
auto
video output by pressing and holding the
front panel
next
button. While the current selection is displayed,
further presses of the
next
button will select the alternatives.
The display reverts to normal automatically if no further changes
are made.
Note:
NTSC/PAL selection is only likely to require a specific choice
(i.e not auto) if your display is not capable of displaying both
formats.
7.1.2 Video Colour Format
Options
With the player stopped (or no disc
is loaded) switch between
Video
Colour Format
options by pressing
and holding the front panel
prev
button. While the current selection
is displayed, further presses of
the
prev
button will select the
alternatives. The display reverts to
normal automatically if no further
changes are made.
A
naim
logo visible in the centre
of the display screen will confirm
that the initial video options are set
correctly.
DVD5
Table 6.4
Preferred Video Connections
Rank
Connection
Cable/Socket
Notes
Order
Format
Type
1 DVi DVi Digital Progressive Scan
2 RGBHV 5 x BNC Analogue high definition Progressive Scan
3 RGB 3 x BNC Analogue high definition Progressive Scan
4 YPbPr HV 5 x BNC Analogue high definition Progressive Scan
5 YPbPr 3 x BNC Analogue high definition Progressive Scan
6 RGB SCART Analogue Interlaced
7 YPbPr SCART Analogue Interlaced
8 S-Video 4-pin mini DIN Analogue Interlaced
9 Composite SCART Analogue Interlaced
Note:
Section 14 of this manual carries an explanation of the video formats listed.
Note:
RGB and RGBHV progressive scan output is disabled when replaying Macrovision encoded material.

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7.2 On Screen Display and Interface
Once the initial video options are set, the remaining DVD5
setup options must be set from the remote handset using the
On Screen Display
. To begin the setup procedure insert a DVD
and, after waiting for the player to read the disc contents, press
the remote handset
setup
key. The top level setup menu will be
displayed with the upper left option selected.
To navigate through the top level and second level menus use
the handset
up (
5
)
and
down (
6
)
keys. To confirm a selection
press the
ok
key. To return to the previous menu without making
a selection or a change use the
rtn
(return) key, or press
setup
to exit from the setup menus.
To navigate through the third level menu use the handset
left
(
3
)
and
right (
4
)
keys. To increase or decrease a parameter
value use the
up (
5
)
and
down (
6
)
keys respectively. To return
to the previous menu without making a selection or a change
use the
rtn
(return) key, or press
setup
to exit from the setup
menus.
The top level setup menu provides access to
DVD Playback,
System Setup, Video Setup, High Definition Video Setup,
Audio Setup
and
Parental Control
options.
Note:
The handset clear key can be used at any time to clear any
on screen information.
7.3 Playback Setup
Selection of
DVD Playback
from the top level menu generates
a second level menu comprising the options listed below.
The availability of some options in the second level menu is
dependent on the content of the DVD.
7.3.1 Audio Track
Enables the selection of alternative DVD audio tracks if any are
present on the disc. The alternatives may include sound-track
languages and audio encoding format (Dolby*, DTS, etc). If no
alternative is available no options will be displayed. The disc
must be playing for audio track selection to be available.
Note:
Audio tracks can also be directly selected during playback by
pressing the handset audio key.
7.3.2 Camera Angle
Enables the selection of alternative camera angles if any are
present on the disc. If no alternative is available no options will
be displayed. The disc must be playing for camera angle options
to be available.
Note:
Camera angles can also be directly selected during playback
by pressing the handset angle key.
7.3.3 Subtitles
Enables the display and selection of alternative DVD subtitles
if any are present on the disc. If no alternative is available no
options will be displayed. The disc must be playing for subtitle
options to be available.
Note:
Subtitles can also be directly selected during playback by
pressing the handset subt key.
7.3.4 DVD Auto-play
Sets the player to begin playback as soon as the drawer is
closed. Select from
on
or
off
.
7.3.5 Subtitle Preference
Selects the preferred subtitle language. When subtitles are
switched on from either the handset
subt
button or from the
DVD5 menu the subtitle preference language will be shown if
‘preference’ is selected. If the preferred language is not available
the disc default will be shown.
Note:
Non-standard production techniques of some DVDs may
inhibit this function.
7.3.6 Audio Language Preference
Selects the disc-independent
Audio Language Preference
.
Auto
will select the disc default. If a disc is loaded that does not carry
the selected preference the audio output will switch to the disc
default. The audio track preference will automatically play if a
preference is set and available.
Note:
Non-standard production techniques of some DVDs may
inhibit this function.
7.3.7 Audio Format Preference
Selects the disc-independent
Audio Format Preference
.
Auto
will select the disc default. If a disc is loaded that does not carry
the selected preference the audio output will switch to the disc
default. The audio track preference will automatically play if a
preference is set and available.
Note:
Non-standard production techniques of some DVDs may
inhibit this function.
7.4 System Setup
Selection of
System Setup
from the top level menu generates a
second level menu comprising the options listed below.
7.4.1 Auto Status Bar
Sets the
Status Bar
to become visible on screen when player
adjustments are made. The Status Bar provides visual feedback
of control commands.
7.4.2 Status Bar Display Time
Sets the length of time, from one to ten seconds, that the
Status Bar
remains visible following a control command.
7.4.3 Screen Saver
Sets a
Screen Saver
to operate after five minutes of display
inactivity. Select fron
on
and
off
.
Note:
Only disable the Screen Saver if the display is not sensitive to
“burn-in”.
DVD5
* Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories

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7.5 Video Setup
Selection of
Video Setup
from the top level menu generates a
second level menu comprising the options listed below.
7.5.1 Output Format
Selects between
NTSC
,
PAL
and
auto
(disc dependent) video
output. This menu overrides the initial video set up option
selected in Section 7.1.1.
The selection of
NTSC
,
PAL
or
auto
depends on the capability of
the display device connected and the choice between Interlaced
and Progressive Scan video. Many displays are limited either to
PAL or NTSC for Interlaced video and if this is the case for your
display the appropriate option should be selected. Similarly,
many displays do not support PAL for Progressive Scan video so
selection of the NTSC option may well be necessary when using
Progressive Scan - even if PAL is used for Interlaced video. The
DVD5 will convert PAL encoded programme material to NTSC
if NTSC is selected, or convert NTSC to PAL if PAL is selected -
display quality may however suffer.
If your display supports both
NTSC
and
PAL
the
auto
option
should be used. Auto switches the DVD output to NTSC or PAL
depending on the disc format. The combination of a multi-
standard display and the
auto
option ensures the highest video
quality as no format conversion need take place.
7.5.2 Black Level
Black level
adjustment is available when
NTSC
output is
selected. Black Level defines the brightness level at which
image information will be displayed as black. A video brightness
signal is measured in IRE units on a scale from 0 (black) to 100
(white). In American NTSC encoding the value of 7.5 IRE is the
“black level cutoff”.
Note:
Black level adjustment only affects NTSC material.
7.5.3 SCART Settings
The player’s
SCART
output connector carries video signals
in both
composite
and
component
forms with two alternate
varieties of the component format -
RGB
or
YPbPr
- available.
If using component video from the SCART connector, select the
variety appropriate to the display connected.
Note:
Composite and component video and the various signal
formats are explained in Section 14 of this manual.
7.5.4 Test Patterns
Provides three display
Test Patterns
intended to help calibrate
the player and display combination and ensure optimum
performance. The Test Patterns are primarily intended for
advanced users or video service engineers. Make a note of all
display and DVD5 settings prior to making any adjustments, and
ensure the display user manual is available for reference.
Note:
It is not always necessary to make calibration adjustments
based on the test patterns. The DVD5 and display default settings
will in the majority of cases provide excellent results.
Note:
Help text for each test pattern is available by pressing the
handset menu key.
Note:
The player must be in stop mode to display the test patterns.
Overscan Test Pattern
Adjust the display’s horizontal, vertical, aspect ratio and zoom
controls until the test pattern is central and spills over the edge
of the display by approximately 5%. On a wide-screen display the
circle labelled 16:9 should appear undistorted.
Grey Scale Test Pattern
Adjust the display’s brightness until the 0% box looks black.
Adjust the display’s contrast until the 100% box is a clear bright-
undistorted white. Ensure no two of 5% boxes appear the same.
75% Colour Scale Test Pattern
The display must be viewed using a 47b blue separation filter.
Adjust the display’s colour and tint/hue control until the four
large boxes (1, 2, 3 and 4) appear the same shade of blue.
7.5.5 Lip Sync (Audio/Video delay)
DVD video and audio can sometimes appear to be a little out of
synchronisation.
Lip Sync
provides adjustment in 10mS steps
to compensate for any apparent error. Use the handset
left (
3
)
key to delay the audio and
right (
4
)
key to delay the video.
7.5.6 Display Aspect Ratio
Sets the player to output video appropriate to the display. For
16:9 (widescreen) displays, non-widescreen programme material
will be accommodated by leaving a proportion of the display
either side of the picture unused. Widescreen material on 4:3
(conventional) displays can be accommodated by selecting either
the
pan-scan
or
letter box
options. The
pan-scan
option uses
the full height of the display but dynamically pans the material
to ensure that the important information is always displayed. The
letter box
option displays the material’s full width but leaves a
proportion of the display above and below the picture unused.
7.5.7 Video Outputs Off
Enables unused video sockets to be selectively switched off
during playback. Switching off the video sockets will improve
sound quality of audio CD and DVD-A material.
Note:
All video outputs will operate when player is in stop mode or
when the OSD menu is displayed.
7.6 High Definition Video Setup
Selection of
High Definition Video Setup
from the top level
menu generates a second level menu comprising the options
listed below.
The
High Definition Output
menus enable selection of the signal
format to be output from the player’s
BNC
sockets.
Generally, the signals available from the BNC sockets provide
improved quality over the SCART and S-Video outputs through
improved digital to analogue conversion and extra image
adjustment functions.
7.6.1 Colour Format
The
Colour Format
sub-menu enables selection of the video
signal
Colour Format
(RGB, YPbPr, etc). The options available
will depend on the selection made in the previous menu.
Note:
The various video colour formats are explained in Section 14
of this manual.
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7.6.2 Motion Compensation
Motion Compensation
is a function of progressive scan video
processing that overcomes the visible artifacts that can result
when interlaced video data (see Section 14) is de-interlaced
for conversion to progressive scan. If a video scene contains
elements in motion, the two fields of an interlaced image cannot
simply be combined for progressive scan as the time delay
between the fields will result in visible distortion of the moving
image - it will appear jagged. Motion Compensation overcomes
the distortion by dynamically interpolating between differences in
the fields of data. If there is no movement in a scene however,
the interpolation may result in a loss of image sharpness.
The
Motion Compensation
menu provides three options
-
none
,
adaptive
and
full
. Selecting
none
disables Motion
Compensation, selecting
adaptive
applies Motion Compensation
dynamically depending on the intensity of movement in the
scene, and selecting
full
applies Motion Compensation to
all programme material.
Adaptive
should be selected for the
majority of programme material.
Full
or
none
may be appropriate
to material featuring intense motion, or still images respectively.
7.6.3 Film Mode
Film Mode
enables the player to optimise the display of
programme material that has been converted from film to video
(DVD) format. Film Mode should be selected for programme
material that is known to be derived from a cine-film original.
Leaving Film Mode selected for original video material may still
result in satisfactory display, however, it should be de-selected
for this type of material if motion or sync problems occur.
7.6.4 30 fps (frames per second) Detection
30 FPS Detection
supports
Film Mode
in identifying specific
NTSC/PAL film to video conversion issues. Generally, detection
should be selected for NTSC cine-film derived and all PAL
format material, and de-selected for NTSC format video derived
material. The default setting is
on
.
7.6.5 Edit Compensation
The techniques employed by
Film Mode
and
30 FPS Detection
can sometimes be disturbed by poorly resolved edits in
programme material.
Edit Compensation
identifies edits
likely to cause problems and trades ultimate picture quality
against motion or sync errors.
Low
should be selected for
most programme material unless motion or sync errors are
unacceptable. Increasing Edit Compensation will result in
smoother display but reduced picture quality.
7.6.6 Picture Adjustment
Three separate
Picture Adjustment
sub-menus are available.
One that provides adjustment of the player’s
High Definition
RGB
output, one that provides adjustment of the player’s
High
Definition
YPbPr (YUV)
output and one that is common to both.
Each signal channel of the
RGB
outputs can be independently
adjusted. For example, to emphasise red, green or blue tones in
an
RGB
picture boost the R, G or B channels respectively.
YPbPr
adjustment covers luminance and saturation only.
The picture adjustments common to
High Definition
outputs are
Vertical Offset
,
Horizontal Offset
and
YC Delay
.
The
Offset
adjustments enable the picture to be properly centred
in the display screen.
YC Delay
adjustment provides compensation for the timing errors
that can occur between the colour and brightness elements of
a video signal. Errors are most likely to be visible if the player is
required to carry out intensive processing to generate a display
signal. YC Delay is best left at its default adjustment unless
picture abnormalities that cannot be corrected by any other
means are apparent.
Note:
Offset and YC Delay adjustment made from this menu will
also be reflected in the player’s DVI output.
Note:
No picture adjustment is available on the player’s SCART and
S-Video outputs.
7.7 Audio/AV2 Setup
Selection of
Audio Setup
from the top level menu generates
a second level menu comprising the options listed below. The
availability of options in the second level menu depends on
either the installation of a
Multi-channel Card (McC)
or DVD5
connection to an
AV2 Processor.
Note:
When a DVD5 is connected to an AV2, adjustment of Audio
Setup parameters actually adjusts AV2 functions. The AV2 front
panel or handset setup interface is disabled while the DVD5 on
screen setup menus are displayed. If the AV2 front panel or handset
interface is subsequently used to adjust any Audio Setup parameters
the DVD5 menu will update automatically.
Note:
Th AV2 must be running software version 01-04 or later.
Note:
Use a CAT5 interface cable to connect a DVD5 to an AV2.
See diagram 11.2.
7.7.1 Digital Audio Output
Selects the player’s
Digital Audio Output
format from
Multi-
channel
(i.e Dolby Digital, DTS, etc) or
Stereo
(PCM stereo)
options. Multi-channel output will be either the previously
selected audio track, the player preference or the specific
disc default. PCM stereo output is a down-mix of the currently
selected audio track.
Note:
The player must be in stop mode to select audio outputs.
7.7.2 Sub-woofer Cut-off Frequency
Note:
Function only available with AV2 connected.
Sub-woofer Cut-off Frequency
provides adjustment of the
cut-off frequency between the sub-woofer and any small
loudspeakers. It should be adjusted to suit the sub-woofer and
speakers in use. Their specifications should provide guidance.
7.7.3 Bass Mix
Note:
Function only available with McC installed or AV2 connected.
Selection of
Bass Mix
routes the front left and right speaker low
frequency signals additionally to the sub-woofer channel.

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7.7.4 Pro Logic II Options
Note:
Function only available with AV2 connected.
Selection of
Pro Logic II
Options provides adjustment of the
Panorama
,
Centre Width
and
Dimension
parameters.
Panorama
“ON” diverts a proportion of the front stereo signal to
the surround channels.
Centre Width
adjustment varies the relative strength of the
centre and front channels, a higher value increasing the strength
of the front channels.
Dimension
adjustment varies the relative strength of the
surround and front signals, a higher value increasing the strength
of the surround channels.
Note:
Pro Logic II Options are only available when Pro Logic II Music
Mode is selected.
7.7.5 Neo:6 Centre Gain
Note:
Function only available with AV2 connected.
Selection of
Neo:6 Centre Gain
provides independent
adjustment of the centre channel volume level.
Note:
Neo:6 Centre Gain is only available when DTS Neo:6 Music
Mode is selected.
7.7.6 Midnight Mode
Note:
Function only available with AV2 connected.
Selection of
Midnight Mode
compresses the audio signal
and reduces its bass content. Midnight Mode can reduce the
disturbance of late-night listening.
Note:
Midnight Mode is only available with Dolby Digital material.
7.7.7 Cine EQ
Note:
Function only available with AV2 connected.
Selection of
Cine EQ
reduces the emphasised high-frequency
sound found on some film derived programme material.
7.7.8 AV2 Input Labels
Note:
Function only available with AV2 connected.
Selection of
AV2 Input Labels
enables a descriptive label to be
assigned to each numbered AV2 signal input. Inputs can also be
disabled (set to OFF) from this menu.
Note:
If Versatile Input 1 is set to 6 or 8 channel direct, Versatile
Input 2 will not be available for selection.
7.8 Speaker Setup
Note:
Some menus only available with McC installed or AV2
connected.
Selection of
Speaker Setup
from the top level menu generates
a second level menu comprising the options listed below. These
options are only available if a
Multi-channel Card (McC)
is
installed or an
AV2 Processor
is connected.
Note:
When a DVD5 is connected to an AV2, adjustment of
Speaker Setup parameters actually adjusts AV2 functions. The
AV2 front panel or handset interface is disabled while the DVD5
on-screen menus are displayed. If the AV2 front panel or handset
interface is subsequently used to adjust any Audio Setup parameters
the DVD5 menu display will update automatically.
7.8.1 Speaker Size
Note:
Function only available with McC installed or AV2 connected.
Selection of
Speaker Size
Selection of Speaker Size Selection of
enables the size of each speaker
to be defined. Generally a “small” speaker is an element of a
matched satellite/sub-woofer package, while a “large” speaker
is a stand-alone full-range type. The “small” left/right option is
unavailable if no sub-woofer is present, and the “extra surround”
option is unavailable if no surround speakers are present.
7.8.2 Distance Units
Note:
Function only available with McC installed or AV2 connected.
Selection of
Distance Units
Selection of Distance Units Selection of
enables the preferred distance
measurement units (feet or metres) for the Speaker Distance
menu to be set.
7.8.3 Speaker Distance
Note:
Function only available with McC installed or AV2 connected.
Selection of
Speaker Distance
Selection of Speaker Distance Selection of
enables the distance of each
speaker from the primary listening position to be defined.
Distance definition is only available for speakers previously
specified (in 7.8.1) as present.
Note:
The distances need not be defined accurately. Plus or minus
150 mm (6 inches) is adequate.
7.8.4 Test Signal
Note:
Function only available with AV2 connected.
Selection of
Test Signal
Selection of Test Signal Selection of
switches on the speaker test signal.
Ensure that the DVD5 or AV2 audio outputs and downstream
amplifiers are connected and configured appropriately. Ensure
also that the downstream amplifiers are switched on.
Note:
If the test signal is either too loud or too quiet it can be
adjusted with the DVD5 or AV2 handset volume up (
5
) or down
(
6
) keys.
7.8.5 Speaker Level Adjustment
Note:
Function only available with AV2 connected.
Selection of
Speaker Level Adjustment
after switching on
the
Test Signal
enables subjective matching of the volume
level of each speaker channel. Select each speaker channel in
turn and adjust the volume until the loudness of each sounds
approximately the same.
Note: The AV2 section of this manual provides further guidance on
the adjustment of relative volume levels.
7.9 Parental Control Setup
The
Parental Control
menu enables a
pass code
to be set in
order to restrict access to unsuitable programme material. The
pass code and its restrictions are set in five menu stages.
7.9.1 Enter Pass Code
Enter the existing or a new four digit pass code using the
handset
numeric keypad
to gain access to the following Parental
Control menus. Ensure you keep a record of the pass code.
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7.9.2 Change Pass Code
Enter a new
pass code
if you wish to change the existing one.
Ensure you keep a record of the new pass code.
7.9.3 Parental Control
Select either
enable
or
disable
. With Parental Control enabled,
the Parental Control options defined in the following two menu
stages are operational. Parental Control disabled switches off all
restricted access features.
7.9.4 Allowed Ratings
Selects the rating level above which a Parental Control pass code
is required before a DVD can be viewed.
7.9.5 Un-rated
Some DVDs do not have a rating level encoded. Select
un-rated
to restrict such DVDs with the Parental Control pass code.
7.10 DVD5 Menu Defaults
The
Menu Default
settings are listed below. To restore the
defaults ensure no disc is loaded and the drawer is closed. Press
and hold the handset
clear
key until the display reads
RESET.
DVD Playback
DVD Autoplay:
On
Subtitle Preference:
Off
Subtitle Language:
English
Audio Language Preference:
Auto
Audio Format Preference:
Auto
System Setup
Status Bar:
On
Status Bar Delay:
5
Screen Saver:
On
Video Setup
Output Format:
Auto
Black Level:
7.5 IRE
SCART Setting:
RGB
Lip Sync Delay:
0
Aspect Ratio:
16:9
Video Outputs Off:
All on
High Definition Setup
Colour Format:
YPbPr
Motion Compensation:
Adaptive
Film Mode:
On
30fps Detect:
On
Edit Compensation:
Low
Picture Adjustment:
All controls centered
Audio Setup
Digital Audio Out:
Multi-channel
8 DVD5 Operation
Once all the system setup options described in
Section 7 are selected the DVD5 is ready for use.
Control of disc transport and selection of disc
dependent display options can be carried out from
either the player front panel or from the handset.
The following paragraphs describe both the control
functions and the front panel and handset operations.
8.1 Playback Control
8.1.1 Play
Front Panel:
Press the
play
button once.
Handset:
Press the
play
key once.
8.1.2 Stop
Front Panel:
Press the
stop
button once.
Handset:
Press the
stop
key once.
8.1.3 Next Chapter (or track)
Front Panel:
Press the
next
button once.
Handset:
Press the
next
key once.
8.1.4 Previous Chapter (or track)
Front Panel:
Press the
prev
button once.
Handset:
Press the
prev
key once.
8.1.5 Pause/Resume
Front Panel:
Press and hold the
play
button.
Handset:
Press the
pause
key once.
Note:
The front panel pause indicator will flash when playback is
paused.
8.1.6 Single Frame Advance
Front Panel:
Press the
play
button once while player is paused.
Handset:
Press the
play
key once while player is paused.
8.1.7 Fast Forward
Front Panel:
For 2 X speed press and hold the
next
button while
play
is under way. Subsequent presses of the
next
button will
cycle through 4 X, 8 X, 16 X, 30 X, 60 X (for DVDs) or 4 X, 8 X,
16 X and (for CDs). To resume normal play scroll through to play
speed or press
play
on the front panel or handset.
Handset:
Press the
ffwd
(
8
) key once for 2 X speed.
Subsequent presses generate fast forward speeds as described
above.
8.1.8 Fast Reverse
Front Panel:
For 2 X speed press and hold the
prev
button while
play
is under way. Subsequent presses will cycle through 4 X,
8 X, 16 X, 30 X, 60 X (for DVDs) or 4 X, 8 X, 16 X (for CDs). To
resume normal play scroll through to play speed or press
play
on
the front panel or handset.
Handset:
Press the
frwd
(
7
) key once for 2 X speed.
Subsequent presses generate fast reverse speeds as described
above.

10
8.1.9 Slow Forward/Reverse (DVDs only)
Handset Only:
Press the
slow
key once for half speed playback
followed by the
ffwd
(
8
) and
frwd
(
7
) keys to select further
slow forward or reverse speed options.
8.1.10 Drawer Open and Close
Front Panel:
To open the drawer press the
stop
button when the
player is stopped. When open, press the
stop
or
play
buttons to
close the drawer.
Handset:
Press the
open
key to open or close the drawer, or the
play
or
stop
keys to close the drawer.
8.1.11 Repeat
Handset Only:
Press the
rpt
key to set a repeat start point
and again at the desired time to set a repeat end point. The
player will continuously repeat the programme between the two
selected points. Press
rpt
a third time to cancel. Press and hold
the
rpt
key to access the
repeat disc
mode. While the repeat
disc status bar is showing press the
rpt
key to cycle through and
select
repeat disc
,
repeat title
and
repeat
chapter
functions.
8.1.12 Direct Track/Chapter, Title/Group Selection
Front Panel:
To select a specific track or chapter while a disc
is loaded simply press the appropriate handset
numeric
key. To
select a title or group add a zero before the number.
8.1.13 Mem Function
Handset Only:
The mem function allows the user to store and
recall a specific point on a maximum of five discs.
To store a mem bookmark press and hold the handset
mem
key
at the desired time point.
To recall a bookmark, with the bookmarked DVD loaded, press
the handset
mem
key. The DVD will jump to the bookmarked
point.
DVD5
8.2 Playback Options
8.2.1 Camera Angle
Handset Only:
Press the
angle
key to scroll through the
available camera angle options.
Note:
This function can also be accessed via the main setup
menu.
8.2.2 Subtitle
Handset Only:
Press the
subt
key to scroll through the available
subtitle options.
Note:
This function can also be accessed via the main setup
menu.
8.2.3 Audio Track
Handset Only:
Press the
audio
key to scroll through the
available audio tracks.
Note:
This function can also be accessed via the main setup
menu.
8.2.4 Information Display
Handset Only:
Press the
disp
key to scroll through title and
chapter information (or track information for CDs), elapsed
time, time remaining and display off modes. Information display
will always be momentarily reinstated when significant status
information changes.
8.2.5 Zoom Function
Handset Only:
Press the
zoom
key to scroll through the
available zoom levels. Use the arrow keys (
3456
) to
navigate around the picture.
8.2.6 Colour Format (RGB/RGBHV/YPbPr/YPbPrHV)
Front Panel Only:
To show the current colour format press
and hold the
prev
button while the player is stopped. While
the current mode is still showing further presses of the
prev
button will show the alternatives. The display reverts to normal
automatically if no further changes are made.
Note:
This function can also be accessed via the main setup menu.
8.2.7 Output Format (PAL/NTSC/Auto)
Front Panel Only:
To show the current video format press and
hold the
next
button while the player is stopped. While the
format is still showing further presses of the
next
button will
show the alternatives. The display reverts to normal automatically
if no further changes are made.
Note:
This function can also be accessed via the main setup menu.

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10 NARCOM DV Handset
The NARCOM DV is a dedicated remote handset for the
DVD5 and AV2. It will also operate the core functions
of a Naim CD player, pre-amplifier or integrated
amplifier.
The
System Component
keys switch the handset
mode of operation as
appropriate to different
system components
(preamplifier CD, AV, DVD).
pre:
Switches the action
of appropriate keys to that
applicable to a preamplifier
or integrated amplifier.
CD:
Switches the action
of appropriate keys to that
applicable to a CD player.
AV:
Switches the action of
appropriate keys to that
applicable to an AV2 audio-
visual processor.
DVD:
Switches the action
of appropriate keys to that
applicable to a DVD player.
Note:
An audio CD played in
a DVD player would still be
controlled with the handset in
DVD mode.
Depending on the System
Component setting, the
Numeric
keys select disc
titles, groups, tracks or
chapters, or input channels.
Note:
To select disc titles or groups place a leading zero before the
required title or group number.
The twin sets of
Volume
and
Mute
keys remain available to
either an AV processor or preamplifier regardless of the setting
of the System Component keys.
The
Player Transport
keys will switch between CD and DVD
player operation depending on the
System Component
key
selection. If preamplifier or AV is selected the Player Transport
keys will operate the last component type selected.
The
DVD
and
AV2 Function
keys operate at all times and
operate specific global functions.
DVD5
System
Component
Component
Standby
Volume
and Mute
OSD menu
interface
Player
transport
DVD
functions
AV2
functions
Numeric keys
9 DVD5/AV2 Integration
To operate as an integrated unit a DVD5 and AV2
must be connected together via an interface cable in
addition to the appropriate signal cable. Connection of
the interface cable is illustrated in Section 11.2
With a DVD5 and AV2 connected the DVD on-screen display
functions can be used to view and adjust AV2 setup and
operational parameters. To initiate communication between the
two units the AV2 must be brought out of standby.
In order to prevent the direct adjustment of AV2 parameters
while on-screen display is operational, the AV2 front panel
display will show only
OSD.
Integration of DVD5 and AV2 provides both with additional
facilities.
9.1 Integrated System Standby
The components of a DVD5/AV2 system can be switched to
standby mode either individually or together. To switch either unit
into standby press the handset
standby
key with the handset
system component keys switched to the appropriate mode. To
switch both units to standby, regardless of the handset mode,
press and hold the handset
standby
key.
9.2 Automatic Switching
The AV2 can be set to switch to an appropriate input when
specific types of disc are loaded into the DVD5. To enable
automatic switching the AV2 inputs must simply be labelled
appropriately. To auto switch the AV2 to a digital input when a
DVD or DTS-CD is inserted, label any ONE of the following inputs
DVD: OP1, OP2, CO1 or CO2.
To switch to an analogue input when a DVDA or CDDA is inserted,
either set the versatile inputs to “multi” mode or any analogue
input label to CD. If the versatile inputs are multi-channel and
another analogue input is labelled CD then AV2 will switch to the
versatile “multi” input.
9.3 Volume Control
To prevent the on-screen display volume bar from appearing at
every volume adjustment press and hold the handset
return
key
while the DVD is stopped. Repeat to re-enable the volume bar.

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RCA Phono cable
Cat-5 interface cable
DVD5
11 DVD5 Connections
power
mains
input
external
control
input
digital
audio
out
(coax)
digital
audio
out
(optical)
external
comms
in
external
comms
out
analogue
audio out
high definition
BNC analogue
video out
high definition
BNC analogue
video sync out
s-video
out
DVI
video out
SCART
analogue
audio/video
out
region
coding
label
analogue audio out 2 -
centre, sub-woofer, rear
DIN Audio Out 2
-ve
DIN Audio Out 1
11.1 DVD5 Rear Panel
11.2 DVD5 Connected to AV2
power
mains
input
power
mains
input
analogue audio out 1 - front, surround
-ve
rear
ch1
ch2
cent
sub
surr’d
ch1
ch2
front
ch1
ch2
Note:
The centre, sub-woofer, surround and rear analogue audio
outputs are only operational with the McC upgrade fitted.
Note:
The RCA Phono analogue audio outputs are duplicates of
the DIN Audio Out 1 front channel outputs. They should not be
connected simultaneously.
Note:
The external comms sockets enable connection to custom
install RS232 controllers. Please contact your dealer for a DB9
adaptor lead. These sockets are not intended for direct connection
to computer networks.
cable
direction
marker
180°
5 to 5 pin DIN
DIN Interconnect Cables

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13 DVD5 Specifications
Media Supported:
NTSC and PAL DVD Video, DVD Audio, “Red Book” Audio CD,
copy protected Audio Disc. DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R, CD-RW.
Video Outputs:
Digital Visual Interface (DVI) with HDCP content protection.
RGB/RGBHV (for non-macrovision encoded discs) via BNC
(75Ω). YPbPr via BNC (75Ω). RGB/YPbPr interlaced via SCART,
(75Ω). S-Video via 4-pin DIN, (75Ω). Composite via SCART,
(75Ω).
Audio Outputs:
2 x digital coax, 2 x digital optical.
Analogue stereo (2V) from 192kHz re-clocked DACS via 5-pin
DIN and stereo RCA Phono sockets.
7.1 channel with multi-channel audio card fitted, 24bit 96kHz
via multiple DIN sockets.
Communications:
Full integration with naim AV2 processor including AV2 OSD
RS232 control for custom install and home automation.
RC5 input for external control.
Dimensions (H x W x D):
70 x 432 x 301mm
Power Supplies:
Fully Linear. 20 independently regulated supplies with
advanced ground system.
Mains Supply:
100-120V or 220-240V, 50/60Hz
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12 DVD5 Trouble-shooting
The following list of typical problems, and their
solution may help smooth DVD5 installation.
Green tint to image.
The player is set to YPbPr mode and the display is set to RGB
mode.
Pink tint to image.
The player is set to RGB mode and the display is set to YPbPr
mode.
Image has ‘jaggies’ on diagonals.
De-interlacing is turned off. Turn on the de-interlacer options.
Image has ‘jaggies’ on horizontals.
The player is transcoding from PAL to NTSC or NTSC to PAL. Set
video output to auto or PAL/NTSC to match the format recorded
on the DVD being watched.
Player not responding to Handset.
Batteries are discharged?
Handset is set to the wrong mode. Press the handset
dvd
key.
Video quality is poor using SCART.
SCART has two video signals, composite and YPbPr/RGB. The
display device may be set to composite.
Note:
Progressive scan video is only available via the BNC or DVI
connections.
Video will not sync using the BNC connections.
The video output is set to RGBHV mode and the display is set
to RGB mode. HV are the horizontal and vertical sync pulses. In
RGB and YPbPr modes the sync pulses are added to the Green
(G) signal or Luminance (Y) signal in YPbPr mode.
Note:
Some display devices cannot display PAL progressive.
No colour on s-video or composite.
The DVD is set to NTSC and the display is set to PAL.
No DVI input available on the display, only HDMI.
DVI to HDMI adapters are available from good cable suppliers.
Display is too far from the DVD player to use DVI.
Optical DVI leads up to 500 metres are available.
No picture when using DVI.
The display is not HDCP compliant. To meet DVD licensing
requirements the DVI output is content protected using HDCP.
The display will need updating.
The picture disappears when “play” is selected.
i) The video outputs are switched off (see Section 7.5.7).
ii) A Macrovision encoded disc is loaded and the display is
connected via RGBHV.

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14 Video Formats Explained
In the early days of domestic video and home theatre
the issue of different video formats and interfaces did
not really arise. There was only one way of connecting
a VCR to a TV - via the aerial cable. However the
growth in domestic high quality video, along with the
introduction of widescreen and non-CRT displays has
meant that video interface issues, once of concern
only to professionals, have become significant in
domestic systems.
The following few paragraphs provide an explanation
of some of the issues and technologies that impinge
on the DVD5, its installation and operation.
14.1 Video Display - Interlaced and Progressive Scan
Video is nothing more than a series of still pictures displayed
sequentially at such a rate that the brain perceives continuous
motion. A video signal comprises elements that describe the
colour and brightness of each individual display pixel and an
element that describes the necessary timing information required
to create an image. Each picture is “drawn”, pixel by pixel and
line by line, across and down the screen - again at a rate such
that the brain does not distinguish the segmented nature of the
information.
In conventional “interlaced” video, each still picture is drawn
half a screen at a time in two sections (or scans) constructed
from sets of alternate lines. This technique is used to reduce the
amount of information required for each frame. In “progressive
scan” video, rather than being constructed from two sections,
pictures are constructed in a single top to bottom scan. The result
is a significantly sharper, more detailed and more stable image.
14.2 Video Interface Formats
Table 6.4 (page 4) of this manual lists the video interface
formats supported by the DVD5 in order of preference defined
by the display quality potential of each. There are fundamental
technical reasons why alternative formats can provide different
levels of display quality and an explanation of these provides a
useful introduction to the techniques and technologies of video.
The formats are described, in reverse quality order, over the
following paragraphs.
14.2.1 Interlaced Composite Video (SCART, analogue)
The SCART (Syndicat des Constructeurs d’Appareils
Radiorécepteurs et Téléviseurs) connector first became familiar
on the introduction of high quality domestic video recorders.
These recorders were able to generate both “composite” and
“component” video signals and both, along with stereo analogue
audio, are carried by the SCART. Component video generally
describes those formats that carry the various elements of the
signal on separate cables - sometimes known as channels.
Composite video is a signal that encodes the three elements of a
moving image - colour, brightness and timing - in a single signal
carried by a single cable. Two different encoding formats are
common - NTSC generally in America and the Far East, and PAL
in Europe. Encoding the signal brings the advantages of single-
wire simplicity and convenience, but the necessary downstream
decoding produces unavoidable and visible artifacts. Composite
video thus offers the lowest display quality of the options
available and should be used if there is really no other option.
Very few contemporary displays or TVs will offer a composite
video input only .
14.2.2 S-Video (4 Pin mini-DIN, analogue)
The S-Video format offers the next higher quality video
connection. S-Video is a two channel based connection with the
colour and brightness information separated, and the timing
signal combined with the brightness signal. The separation
of colour and brightness reduces the need for downstream
processing to decode the signals and results in potentially a
sharper image.
14.2.3 YPbPr and RGB (SCART, analogue)
In addition to carrying a composite video signal the SCART
interface also carries a set of “RGB” or “YPbPr” video signals
selectable via the video setup menu. RGB denotes the
fundamental Red, Green and Blue components that define
a colour image. A timing signal is combined with the Green
signal. YPbPr is mathematically derived from RGB and denotes
brightness (Y) and two colour difference signals (Pb & Pr). The
video timing signal for the YPbPr format is combined with the
brightness signal. YPbPr carries the same information as RGB but
does so with reduced bandwidth demands. Both RGB and YPbPr
offer a further potential quality increase over S-Video by again
reducing the demands on downstream decoding. It is marginally
preferable to use RGB over YPbPr.
14.2.4 High Definition Progressive Scan YPbPr (3 x
BNC, analogue)
The first connection interface from which a Progressive Scan
signal is available. YPbPr Progressive Scan can be selected for
the BNC interface via the video setup menu.
14.2.5 High Definition Progressive Scan YPbPrHV (5x
BNC, analogue)
A second YPbPr/BNC interface provides the highest potential
video quality YPbPr signal. YPbPr HV is a five channel interface
with separate horizontal and vertical timing signals again
selectable via the video setup menu. Connecting to a display with
each signal element carried separately reduces the necessity for
downstream signal processing and potentially provides another
step up in video quality.
14.2.6 High Definition Progressive Scan RGB (3x BNC,
analogue)
A Progressive Scan RGB signal is also selectable via the video
setup OSD menu and available from the same three BNC
connectors described in paragraph 14.2.4. RGB is the native
video format of most displays and potentially provides better
quality than YPbPr thanks to reduced demands for downstream
signal processing. As with the SCART RGB interface, the video
timing signal is combined with Green signal.
Note:
RGB progressive scan output is disabled when replaying
Macrovision encoded material.

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14.2.7 High Definition Progressive Scan RGBHV (5 x
BNC, analogue)
A second RGB/BNC interface provides the highest potential
video quality from an analogue signal. RGBHV is a five channel
interface with separate horizontal and vertical timing signals
again selectable via the video setup menu. Connecting to a
display with each signal element carried separately reduces to
a minimum the necessity for downstream signal processing and
potentially provides another step up in video quality. RGBHV is
also compatible with “VGA” style monitors.
Note:
RGB progressive scan output is disabled when replaying
Macrovision encoded material.
14.2.8 Progressive Scan DVI (DVI multi-pin, Digital)
The DVI interface provides the greatest potential video quality.
DVI is a direct digital connection for digital displays (LCD, Plasma
etc) and analogue displays with internal digital to analogue
converters. With DVI and a digital display, no downstream
decoding or signal conversion is required so the display quality
potentially matches that inherent in the source material. The
DVI output is HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)
encrypted and only compatible with HDCP capable displays (the
majority of computer DVI displays are not HDCP capable). HDMI
(High Definition Multimedia Interface) compatible displays can be
used with the DVD5 via an adaptor cable.

16
AV2
15 AV2 Basics and Quick Setup
Installation of the AV2 requires two setup routines to be carried out - input setup
and speaker setup. These routines configure the AV2 for the source equipment and
loudspeakers it is to be used with and specify some signal decoding options. Some
parameters depend on the state in which the AV2 was last switched off so setup
may be simplified if the AV2 is returned to its setup defaults. See Section 21 for
notes on restoring setup defaults.
15.1 Switching On and Off
To wake AV2 from standby (power switch on).
Handset:
Press
standby
.
Front panel:
Press and hold
input
or
mode
.
To put AV2 to sleep (power switch on).
Handset:
Press
standby
.
Front panel:
Press both
input
and
mode
.
15.2 Input Setup Routine
To enter setup mode.
Handset:
Press
menu
followed by
i/p
5
.
Front panel:
Press and hold
input
.
To scroll up or down parameter list.
Handset:
Press
2
5
or
8
6
.
Front panel:
press
input
or
mode
.
To Adjust setting.
Handset:
press
3
4
or
6
4
.
Front panel:
rotate
rotary
control.
Setup Parameters Parameter Settings
To exit setup mode.
Handset:
Press
menu
followed by
i/p
5
.
Front panel:
Press and hold
input
.
mode
2
5
8
6
8ch...an1...scd
input
menu
i/p
5
input
Or
3
4
6
4
Or
Or
Or
input mode
input mode
standby
Or
Or
Or
And
Versatile Analogue Input 1 (select source, multi)
Vi2
Vi1
---...an2...scd
Versatile Analogue Input 2 (select source, multi)
AN3 ---...an3...scd
Analogue Input 3 (select source)
AN4 ---...an4...scd
Analogue Input 4 (select source)
an5 ---...an5...scd
Analogue Input 5 (select source)
an6 ---...an6...scd
---...op1...scd
---...op2...scd
Analogue Input 6 (select source)
op1
Optical Digital Input 1 (select source)
op2
---...co1...scd
---...co2...scd
r c 5 d a t
Optical Digital Input 2 (select source)
co 1
Coaxial Digital Input 1 (select source)
co 2
Coaxial Digital Input 2 (select source)
ext
Remote Control
Note:
Analogue inputs 1
and 2 can be combined to
provide one 8 channel or 6
channel input. In either case
input 2 is then unavailable.
For a complete description of
this facility see Sections 16
and 18.
Note:
With DAT (data)
selected for the EXT
parameter RC5 (remote
handset) control is disabled.
RC5 can be re-enabled using
the front panel controls.
Note:
The “Panorama”,
“Centre Width” and
“Dimension” stages of
the input setup routine
provide adjustment for
three Dolby* Surround Pro
Logic II music programme
decode parameters. It is
not necessary to set these
parameters initially. See
Section 17 for detailed
information on these decode
parameters.
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II “Panorama”
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II “Dimension”
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II “Centre Width”
D
w
P a n off o n
0 0 - 0 7
0 0 - 0 6
standby
Note:
The diagrams provide
a short-cut through the setup
routines. They can also be
used in conjunction with the
detailed notes in Section 18
where setup choices and
display legends are explained
in greater depth.
input
menu
i/p
5
Or
Lip Sync adjustment (milliseconds)
DTS Neo:6 “Centre Gain”
SY N
NEO 0 0 - 0 5
0 0 - 1 5 0

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AV2
L R L G
Main Speakers (size)
c e n n o s m
s m
l g
Centre Speaker (presence, size)
sur n o s m l g
Surround Speakers (presence, size)
e R n o 1 s m 1 l g 2 s m 2 l g
Extra Rear Speakers (presence, quantity, size)
s u b n o y e s
Sub-woofer (presence)
u n t f t m
Speaker Distance Units (feet, metres)
l0 - 4 0 0 - 1 2 . 0
-30 - +30
-30 - +30
Left Main Speaker (distance)
cen 0 - 40 0 - 12.0
0 - 4 0 0 - 1 2 . 0
0 - 4 0 0 - 1 2 . 0
0 - 4 0 0 - 1 2 . 0
0 - 4 0 0 - 1 2 . 0
0 - 4 0 0 - 1 2 . 0
0 - 4 0 0 - 1 2 . 0
-30 - +30
-30 - +30
-30 - +30
-30 - +30
-30 - +30
-30 - +30
Centre Speaker (distance)
r
Right Main Apeaker (distance)
r s
Right Surround Speaker (distance)
r r
Right Extra Rear Speaker (distance)
L R
Left Extra Rear Speaker (distance)
l s
Left Surround Speaker (distance)
sub
Sub-woofer (distance)
t s t o f f o n
Test Signal (off, on)
l
Main Left Speaker (level trim)
cen
Centre Speaker (level trim)
r
Main Right Speaker (level trim)
r s
Right Surround Speaker (level trim)
r r
Right Extra Rear Speaker (level trim)
L R
Left Extra Rear Speaker (level trim)
l s
Left Surround Speaker (level trim)
sub
Sub-woofer (level trim)
Note:
The handset vol
5
and vol
6
keys must be used
to adjust the overall volume
when the test function is
engaged. No audio will be
heard unless an appropriate
volume level (around 50) has
been set.
Note:
The AV2 user interface
allows continuous scrolling
through the speaker level
setup stages.
Note:
Some parameter
options in the speaker setup
routine are interrelated. For
example, if NO is specified for
a specific speaker, its setup
options will be unavailable.
Similarly, if NO sub-woofer
is specified, only the LARGE
option will be available for the
main left and right speakers.
15.3 Speaker Setup Routine
To enter setup mode.
Handset:
Press
menu
followed by
mode
5
.
Front panel:
Press and hold
mode
.
To scroll up or down parameter list.
Handset:
Press
2
5
or
8
6
.
Front panel:
press
input
or
mode
.
To Adjust setting.
Handset:
press
3
4
or
6
4
.
Front panel:
rotate
rotary
control.
mode
2
5
8
6
mode
menu
mode
5
input
Or
3
4
6
4
Or
Or
Or
To exit setup mode.
Handset:
Press
menu
followed by
mode
5
.
Front panel:
Press and hold
input
.
mode
menu
mode
5
Or
Setup Parameters Parameter Settings
4 0 - 1 4 0
SBF
Sub-woofer filter cut-off (frequency)

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AV2
16 AV2 Inputs and Interfaces
The AV2 has a total of ten audio inputs: six stereo
analogue and four digital. The analogue inputs are
connected through a combination of DIN and phono
sockets while two digital inputs are connected through
optical “TosLink” sockets and two through coaxial
phono sockets. A remote control RC5 input is also
fitted to enable remote control handset commands to
be relayed to the AV2. This feature provides enhanced
multi-room or concealed installation flexibility. The
RC5 input is selected during the Input Setup routine
described in Section 18. Your dealer or local Naim
Audio representative will be able to offer advice on its
use.
Analogue input sockets ONE and TWO are “versatile” sockets
that can be combined to enable the connection of source
components that already offer multi-channel outputs - DVD Audio
and Super Audio CD for example. When operating in combined
mode, eight or six input channels (available on the two DIN
sockets) are routed internally direct to the output volume control,
bypassing the internal signal decoding. Eight or six channel
combined mode is selected during the Input Setup routine
described in Section 18.
The input THREE socket also carries a stereo audio output signal.
If the AV2 is to be integrated into a conventional stereo audio
system this input/output socket should be connected either to
the system’s “tape monitor circuit” or in the case of a Naim
system to the appropriate preamplifier or power amplifier input
socket.
Note:
Integration of the AV2 with a conventional stereo audio
system may require a non-standard “reversed” connection cable. An
appropriate cable, identified by its yellow band, is included in the
AV2 document pack.
Each input socket and its appropriate connection is detailed in
Table 16.1. See the illustration in Section 22 for socket and pin
identification.
17 AV2 Outputs and Interfaces
The AV2 is fitted with line-level signal output sockets
for front left and right, centre, surround left and right,
extra rear left and right and sub-woofer channels.
The front, centre, surround and extra rear outputs are connected
through 4-pin DIN sockets and each of these should be routed
to appropriate Naim power amplifiers. The sub-woofer output
is connected through a single phono socket and should be
connected to either an active sub-woofer or a mono power
amplifier driving a passive sub-woofer. An alternative sub-woofer
output is available on the centre output socket.
The AV2 is also fitted with both analogue and digital audio
outputs. These outputs duplicate the selected input signal in
either the analogue or digital domain. No signal will be present
on the analogue output if a digital input is selected and similarly
no signal will be present on the digital output if an analogue
input is selected. The analogue outputs can be used to restore
the amplifier tape monitor outputs if these have been used as a
signal source for the AV2.
An interface connector fitted to the AV2 enables integration with
Naim DVD players. The interface is connected via a “telecoms”
style socket.On-screen display (OSD) of AV2 operational and
setup commands will be available if a DVD player is connected.
The interface socket should not be used for any other
application. Inappropriate use may cause damage to the AV2 or
other equipment to which the
socket is connected.
The multi-room interface socket
is a 9-pin RS232 type connector.
Multi-room interface functions
of the AV2 will depend upon
the capabilities of the multi-
room system and controller
in use. Your local Naim Audio
representative will be able to
offer advice on multi-room
features.
Each output socket and its
appropriate connection is
detailed in table 16.1. See the
illustration in Section 22 for
socket and pin identification.
Table 16.1 AV2 Input and Interface Connections
Input
Type
Socket
Connect
V1 Analogue 5 Pin DIN Line-level stereo signal from source component.
(Combined mode: Left main, Right main, Left surround,
Right surround.)
V2 Analogue 5 Pin DIN Line-level stereo signal from source component.
(Combined mode: Centre, Sub-woofer, Extra rear left,
Extra rear right.)
3 Analogue 5 Pin DIN Line-level stereo signal from source component.
4 Analogue 2 x Phono Line-level stereo signal from source component.
5 Analogue 2 x Phono Line-level stereo signal from source component.
6 Analogue 2 x Phono Line-level stereo signal from source component.
7 Digital 1 x Phono Digital audio source
8 Digital 1 x Phono Digital audio source
9 Digital Optical Digital audio source
10 Digital Optical Digital audio source
11 RC5 1 x Phono RC5 relay unit
Note:
The 5 Pin DIN socket of Input 3 also carries stereo audio outputs. Input 3 should be used to
connect the AV2 to an existing Naim system.
Note:
The digital optical input sockets are  tted with protective plugs that must be removed before use.