Naim N-vi User manual

OWNERS MANUAL

n-Vi Home Theatre System

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

retailer, or your distributor. Unauthorised modifications will

invalidate your guarantee.

Equipment must not be exposed to dripping or splashing and

no objects filled with liquid, such as vases, should be placed

on the equipment.

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 retailer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

WARNING

THIS APPARATUS

MUST BE EARTHED

Contents

Page

Section

E1 1 Connections

2 Mains Power Connection

E2 3 General Installation

E3 4 Product Introduction and Contents

E4 5 Connections

E6 6 Control and Setup

E9 7 On Screen Setup

E14 8 Front Panel Setup

E16 9 Operation

E20 10 Video Formats Explained

E21 11 DAB/FM Tuner

E22 12 System Connections

E23 13 Trouble-shooting

E25 14 Specification

E25 Licence Acknowledgements and Declaration of

Conformity

1 Connections

It is important for both safety and performance that

the standard cables supplied are not modified.

1.1 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 deposit may degrade the sound.

1.2 Loudspeaker Cables

Although any high quality loudspeaker cable is suitable, we

recommend that Naim loudspeaker cable is used. Naim

loudspeaker cable is directional and should be oriented so

that the printed arrow points towards the speakers. The

loudspeaker connectors supplied are designed to comply with

European safety legislation and must be used.

Contact your local retailer or distributor for further advice on

loudspeaker cables and connectors.

2 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.

2.1 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

or by the safety earth symbol or coloured

GREEN

and

YELLOW

naim

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 n-Vi all-in-one home theatre system. It begins

with some general installation notes and statutory safety warnings.

More product specific information begins in Section 4.

The wire which is coloured

BLUE

must be connected to the

terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter

coloured

BLACK

The wire which is coloured

BROWN

must be connected to

the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter

coloured

RED

2.2 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 retailer or at the factory by Naim itself.

2.3 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.

2.4 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. A separate mains circuit (ideally with a

30 or 45 Amp rating) may reduce such distortion and 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.

Introduction

3 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.

3.1 Siting The Equipment

Some Naim equipment is extremely heavy. Check the weight of

the equipment prior to lifting and if necessary use more than

one person so that it can be moved safely. Ensure that your

equipment rack or table can easily support the weight and is

stable.

3.2 Switching On

Always use the switch on the product rather than a mains

outlet switch to switch the product on.

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

equipment is switched off.

3.3 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.

3.4 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. 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.

3.5 Lightning Precautions

Your Naim hi-fi system can be damaged by lightning 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.

3.6 Problems?

Consumer protection varies from country to country. In

most territories a retailer 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 retailer. Contact Naim Audio directly

for help and advice if necessary.

3.7 Service and Updates

It is essential that repairs and updates are only carried out by

an authorised Naim retailer 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 Customer Services:

Tel:

+44 (0)1722 426600

Email:

[email protected]

Please quote the product serial number (found on its rear

panel) in all correspondence.

naim Introduction

n-Vi

4 Product Introduction and Contents

This manual covers installation and operation of the n-Vi all-in-one home theatre

system. With the n-Vi, combining DVD, home theatre and genuine high-end hi-fi

music reproduction is simple. The n-Vi includes everything you need in one box:

DVD and CD player, AV Processor, audio preamplifier, five channel audio power

amplifier and an optional DAB*/FM tuner. Just add speakers and a display.

The n-Vi is fundamentally straightforward in use, however its versatility and

comprehensive functionality mean that a little time spent reading will help ensure

problem-free setup and use.

The n-Vi should be installed on a dedicated equipment stand intended for the

purpose. Care should be taken to ensure that it is level. Do not switch on the n-Vi

until all input and output connections are made. Make sure you are familiar with

the safety warnings and general installation advice contained within the first part

of this manual.

Following this introduction, the manual is divided into the following sections.

Contents

5. Connections

5.1 Signal Inputs

5.2 Control Inputs

5.3 Video Outputs

5.4 Audio Outputs

5.5 Speaker Outputs

5.6 Control Outputs

5.7 Rear Panel and Connections

6. Control and Setup

6.1 The User Interface

6.2 The Narcom DV Handset

6.3 Recommended Initial Setup

7. On Screen Setup

7.1 DVD Playback Setup

7.2 System Setup

7.3 Video Setup

7.4 Progressive Scan Setup

7.5 Audio Setup

7.6 Speaker Setup

7.7 Parental Control Setup

7.8 Exit On Screen Setup

8. Front Panel Setup

8.1 Video System and Format Selection

8.2 Speaker, Input and Audio Setup

8.3 Miscellaneous Setup

8.4 Clock Setup (requires DAB/FM Module)

8.5 Alarm Setup (requires DAB/FM Module)

8.6 Exit Front Panel Setup

9. Operation

9.1 Input Selection and Volume Control

9.2 Playback Control

9.3 Playback Options

9.4 Accessory Functions

9.5 Decode Modes - Selection and Availability

9.6 Channel Schemes and Speakers

9.7 Surround Encoding Technology Explained

10. Video Formats Explained

10.1 Interlaced and Progressive Scan Video

10.2 Video Interface Formats

11. DAB*/FM Tuner

11.1 DAB Menu and Operation

11.2 FM Menu and Operation

12. System Connections

12.1 n-Vi with NAC 252, Supercap and NAP 250

13. Trouble-shooting

13.1 Video and Disc Playback

13.2 Audio

14. Specification

Introduction

DAB radio broadcasts are not available in all territories.

5 Connections

Once the n-Vi is positioned on a rack or furniture

unit it can be connected to a mains supply. Use the

mains cable supplied. Do not switch on the n-Vi until

all audio, video and control connections have been

made.

The appropriate input and output connections will depend on

the type of system the n-Vi is to be used in. An Illustration of

the n-Vi input and output connections can be found on the page

opposite while a diagram illustrating the n-Vi integrated with an

existing stereo system can be found in Section 12.

It is important that high quality cable is used for signal and

speaker connections. Your local retailer or distributor will be

able to offer advice.

5.1 Signal Inputs

The n-Vi can accept three digital and four analogue audio

inputs for the connection of external source equipment. Two

of the digital inputs are connected via RCA-phono sockets and

one via an optical connector. Two of the analogue inputs are

connected via RCA-phono socket pairs and one via a 5-pin DIN

socket. One RCA-phono analogue input socket pair (Input A3)

is duplicated on the n-Vi front panel with a stereo 3.5mm jack

socket. This socket is intended for the temporary connection of

portable music players. Insertion of a plug into the front panel

jack socket will automatically switch the n-Vi to this input. If any

equipment is simultaneously connected to the rear panel A3

input sockets its audio signal will be mixed with the front panel

signal. Removal of the front panel input plug will automatically

switch the n-Vi to the previously selected input.

If the n-Vi has a DAB/FM Radio Upgrade fitted it will also have

an F-Type radio aerial input socket on the rear panel. Indoor

aerials can be used although best results are likely to be

obtained from roof aerials mounted as high as posssible. Use

high quality 75Ω aerial cable for connecting aerials.

Use of an aerial preamplifier may disturb the FM muting

operation of the tuner and may cause other problems. Such

preamplifiers should therefore only be used as a last resort.

An aerial combining unit may be used to combine signals from

separate DAB and FM aerials. Your local retailer or distributor

will be able to offer specific advice on local DAB and FM signal

reception.

For details of all signal input sockets see Diagram 5.7.

5.2 Control Inputs

The n-Vi provides control inputs that enable it to be integrated

with remote handset (RC5) signal repeaters and optionally

with multi-room equipment control systems. The RC5 signal is

connected through a single RCA-phono socket and the optional

multi-room control input connected through an RJ45 socket.

For details of all control input sockets see Diagram 5.7.

5.3 Video Outputs

The n-Vi 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 5.3 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. For details of all video

output sockets see Diagram 5.7.

5.4 Audio Outputs

The n-Vi provides one stereo analogue audio

output via a 5-pin DIN socket and one digital

audio output via a single RCA-phono socket.

These sockets enable the n-Vi to be connected

to an external audio preamplifier or alternative

multi-channel decoder respectively. In the

case of multi-channel programme material,

the signal present on the analogue output is

the front left and right channels. Analogue

programme material input to the n-Vi from an

external source is not available from the digital

output. The n-Vi also provides one analogue

subwoofer output via a single RCA-phono

socket. For details of all audio signal output

sockets see Diagram 5.7.

n-Vi Connections

Connection

Cable/Socket

Notes

Format

Type

DVi

Digital Progressive Scan

RGB

3 x BNC

Analogue Progressive Scan

YPbPr

3 x BNC

Analogue Progressive Scan

RGB

SCART

Analogue Interlaced

YPbPr

SCART

Analogue Interlaced

S-Video

4-pin mini DIN

Analogue Interlaced

Composite

SCART

Analogue Interlaced

Note:

Section 10 carries an explanation of the video formats

listed.

Note:

RGB progressive scan output is disabled when replaying

Macrovision encoded material.

Rank

Order

First

Second

Third

Fourth

Fifth

Sixth

Seventh

Table 5.3

Preferred Video Connections

n-Vi

5.7 Rear Panel and Connections

Optional multi-room

comms input and output

Mains input

and fuse

Power

switch

S-Video output. Use

only if higher quality

alternatives not

supported by display.

See Table 5.3

SCART Video

output. Use only

if higher quality

alternatives not

supported by

display. See

Table 5.3

RGB and YPbPr Video outputs. Use

only if higher quality alternatives not

supported by display. See Table 5.3

Analogue audio input one

Digital audio optical input

Analogue audio output. Front left and right

Optional DAB and FM Radio aerial input

RC5 input and output

DVI Video output.

Use for highest

quality if supported

by display.

Digital

audio

coaxial

inputs

two and

three

Analogue

audio

inputs two

and three

Digital

audio

coaxial

output

Subwoofer

output

Left front, right

front, centre, left

surround and

right surround

speaker outputs

negative

DIN Audio Input

ch1

(left)

ch2

(right)

negative

DIN Audio Output

ch1

(left)

ch2

(right)

Connections

5.5 Speaker Outputs

The n-Vi provides five speaker output sockets each rated at

90 watts into 4Ω. The five speaker outputs are intended to

be connected to the front left, front right, centre, surround

left and surround right speakers. In order to comply with

European safety legislation speakers should be connected

using the supplied Naim Audio n-Vi speaker plugs only. Naim

Audio speaker cable is recommended although alternatives are

possible. Your local retailer or distributor will be able to offer

advice.

When connecting speakers ensure that each positive pin -

identified by a “

” mark on the side of the connector body - is

always inserted to the positive output sockets. Also ensure that

the connections at the speaker are connected with the same

polarity. For details of the speaker output sockets see Diagram

5.7.

5.6 Control Outputs

The n-Vi provides control outputs that enable it to be integrated

with remote handset signal (RC5) repeaters and optionally

with multi-room equipment control systems. The RC5 output is

connected via a single RCA-phono socket and the optional multi-

room control output is connected via an RJ45 socket. For more

detail on connection to the control input sockets see Diagram

5.7.

n-Vi Control and Setup

6 Control and Setup

Once all the input and output connections are made

the n-Vi can be set up. Although the n-Vi can be

set up and controlled from its front panel, many

parameters are best set from the listening position,

so use of the NARCOM DV handset is recommended.

When initially switched on from the rear panel, the n-Vi will,

after a short delay, enter standby mode. Standby is indicated

by an illuminated front panel

standby

button. To wake the n-Vi

press the handset

standby

key or front panel

standby

button.

The n-Vi will wake in either the factory default state, if it is

previously unused, or in the state in which it was last shut

down. Once the n-Vi is switched on, the video display and any

other associated equipment should also be switched on.

Note:

The n-Vi can be returned to its factory default settings by

pressing and holding the handset clear key with no disc loaded.

6.1 The User Interface

The n-Vi can generally be operated from its front panel or

from the

Narcom DV

remote handset in either

DVD

modes. The On Screen Display and Front Panel Display provide

operational feedback.

Note:

If nothing is displayed when the n-Vi and display are first

switched on some Front Panel Setup video output options may

need to be changed. See Section 8.1.

The n-Vi has two setup routines.

On Screen Setup

(Section

7) and

Front Panel Setup

(Section 8).

On Screen Setup

configures parameters that apply to system-wide setup, DVD

playback and video display.

Note:

Some On Screen Setup parameters can also be accessed

and adjusted via Front Panel Setup.

6.1.1 On Screen Setup

During

On Screen Setup

, all functions are accessed via a

cascading menu system with the handset

(up),

(down),

(left),

(right) and

keys. To navigate through the top

level and second level menus use the handset

up (

)

and

down (

)

keys. To confirm a selection press the

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

(

)

and

right (

)

keys. To increase or decrease a parameter

value use the

up (

)

and

down (

)

keys respectively. Use the

key to confirm the setting. To return to the previous menu

without making a selection or a change use the

rtn

(return) key.

Press

setup

to exit from the setup menus.

Note:

The handset clear key can be used at any time to clear any

On Screen Display.

6.1.2 Front Panel Setup, Controls and Display

During

Front Panel Setup

, functions are accessed via a

cascading menu system with front panel

-vol

input

play

and

stop

buttons providing menu

navigation

and

commands. These buttons are illuminated in setup mode. In

normal mode the buttons revert to operating as described

below and illustrated in the diagram.

Note:

The handset navigation keys can also be used for Front

Panel setup.

standby:

Switches the n-Vi in and out of standby mode.

-vol:

Decreases volume

vol+:

Increases volume

input:

Selects next signal input

mode:

Selects next AV decode mode

stop:

Stops playback. Press while stopped opens drawer.

play:

Starts playback. Press while in play pauses play.

Press while drawer open closes drawer.

Selects previous chapter or track.

Selects next chapter or track.

The n-Vi front panel display provides feedback of volume level,

input selection, decode mode, channel scheme and, if the

optional DAB/FM tuner is fitted, radio station identity and data.

The front panel display will switch off after two minutes of

inactivity.

Player

transport

Standby

Volume

adjustment

Signal input

and decode

mode selection

Channel

scheme

Decode

mode

Output volume

Diagram 6.1.2

Front panel controls and display.

Selected

input

6.1.3 Front Panel Channel Scheme Icon

The term “channel scheme” describes the array of speakers in

use. The channel scheme operating at any time is linked to the

input signal, speaker setup and decode mode and is illustrated

on the n-Vi front panel display by an icon in the bottom right

hand corner (See Diagram 6.1.3). The icon changes as different

input signals and decode modes are selected (either manually

or automatically) or speaker setups are specified.

The icon represents a listening room with front left, centre,

front right, surround left, surround right and subwoofer

speakers. Each speaker element within the icon shows or hides

to denote presence in the speaker setup, grows or shrinks to

reflect “large” or “small” specification (see Paragraph 7.6.1),

or is filled or empty to denote its presence or absence in the

channel scheme.

n-Vi Control and Setup

Left Centre Right

Left Right

Surround Surround

Subwoofer

Diagram 6.1.3

Front panel display channel scheme icon

6.2 The NARCOM DV Handset

The NARCOM DV is a dedicated remote handset for the n-Vi,

DVD5 and AV2. It will also operate the core functions of a Naim

CD player, preamplifier or

integrated amplifier.

The

System Component

keys switch the handset

mode of operation as

appropriate to different

components (preamplifier,

CD, AV, DVD, n-Vi).

pre:

Switches the action of

appropriate keys to operate

a preamplifier or integrated

amplifier.

cd:

Switches the action of

appropriate keys to operate

a CD player.

av:

Switches the action

of appropriate keys to

operate an AV2 audio-visual

processor or n-Vi system

(including DAB/FM module).

dvd:

Switches the action of

appropriate keys to operate

a DVD player or n-Vi system

(including DAB/FM module).

Note:

An audio CD played

in a DVD/n-Vi player would

still be controlled with the

handset in DVD mode.

Depending on the System Component setting and, in some

cases signal input selected, the

Numeric

keys select disc titles,

groups, tracks or chapters or tuner presets.

Note:

To select DVD titles or DVD-A 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 n-Vi) 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.

Standby

System

component

keys

Volume

and mute

OSD menu

interface

n-Vi

Functions

Player

transport

n-Vi

Functions

Numeric keys

Left Right

Example of a channel

scheme icon illustrating

a 5.1 system with large

front, centre and surround

speakers and a subwoofer.

Example of a channel

scheme icon illustrating a

4.1 system with large front

speakers, a subwoofer and

inactive small surround

speakers.

Note:

As a stereo signal has

no native subwoofer content

Bass Mix has been enabled

to generate subwoofer

information.

Subwoofer

Left Right

Surround Surround

n-Vi Control and Setup

6.3 Recommended Initial Setup

The n-Vi incorporates numerous features and facilities, many

of which may initially be left at their default settings until later

preferences have been established.

Six setup stages are however necessary to establish a basic

setup for satisfactory video and multi-channel audio playback of

audio and audio-visual programme material. These stages, with

their owner’s manual section numbers, are listed below. Each

is also accompanied in the body of the owner’s manual by an

exclamation mark graphic:

6.3.1 Initial Setup Stages

Stage One: Video System and Output Format

Section 7.3.1 or Section 8.1

Setting the Video System and Output Format ensures that the

n-Vi is configured correctly for the display connected. Can be

set from either the On Screen or Front Panel menus.

Note:

The default setting is auto.

Stage Two: Aspect Ratio

Section 7.3.6

Sets the video output aspect ratio appropriately for the display

connected.

Note:

The default setting is 16:9.

Stage Three: Colour Format

Section 7.4.1

Sets the video output colour format (RGB, YPbPr) appropriately

for the display connected.

Note:

The default setting is YPbPr.

Stage Four: Speaker Size

Section 7.6.1 or Section 8.2.1

Defines the size of each speaker (small, large or none)

connected to the n-Vi.

Note:

The default setting is 5.1 with large speakers.

Stage Five: Speaker Distance

Section 7.6.3 or Section 8.2.2

Defines the distance of each speaker from the listening

position.

Note:

The default setting is 0.

Stage Six: Speaker Levels

Section 7.6.5 or Section 8.2.3

Sets the relative volume level of each speaker in the system.

Note:

The default setting is 0.

n-Vi On Screen Setup

7 On Screen Setup

On Screen Setup configures parameters that apply

to system-wide setup, DVD playback and video

display.

To begin the setup procedure insert a DVD and, after waiting for

the n-Vi to read the disc contents, press the remote handset

setup

key. The top level setup menu will be displayed.

Note:

If nothing is displayed when the n-Vi and display are first

switched on some Front Panel Setup video output options may

need to be changed. See Section 8.1.

The top level setup menu provides access to

DVD Playback,

System Setup, Video Setup, Progressive Scan Video Setup,

Audio Setup

and

Parental Control

options.

Note:

On Screen Setup help text can be accessed by pressing the

handset menu key.

7.1 DVD Playback Setup

Selection of

DVD Playback

from the top level menu generates

a second level menu comprising the options described and

illustrated below. The availability of some options in the second

level menu is dependent on the content of the DVD.

7.1.1 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. Not all discs offer direct selection.

7.1.2 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.

7.1.3 Subtitle

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.

7.1.4 DVD Auto Play

Sets the n-Vi to begin playback as soon as the drawer is

closed. Select from

off

Note:

Closing the drawer with the front panel stop button overides

Auto Play. The n-Vi will remain stopped.

7.1.5 Subtitle Preference

Selects the preferred subtitle language. When subtitles are

switched on from either the handset

subt

button or from the

n-Vi 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.

7.1.6 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.

7.1.7 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.

7.2 System Setup

Selection of

System Setup

from the top level menu generates

a second level menu described and illustrated below.

7.2.1 Status Bar

Sets the system

Status Bar

to display on screen when player

adjustments are made.

7.2.2 Status Bar Volume

Sets the volume

Status Bar

to display on screen when volume

adjustments are made.

7.1.1 Audio Track

7.1.7 Audio Format Preference

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

audio track

camera angle

subtitle

DVD auto play

subtitle pref.

audio lang. pref.

audio fmt. pref.

1 English AC-3

up/down to select

ok to confirm

left or return to go

back with no change

menu for help

7.2.1 Status Bar

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

status bar

status bar volume

status bar decode

status bar delay

screen saver

up/down to select

ok to confirm

left or return to go

back with no change

menu for help

* Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories

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n-Vi On Screen Setup

7.2.3 Status Bar Decode

Sets the decode mode

Status Bar

to display on screen when

mode changes are made.

7.2.4 Status Bar Delay

Sets the length of time, from one to ten seconds, that the

Status Bar

remains visible following a control command.

7.2.5 Screen Saver

Sets a

Screen Saver

to operate after five minutes of display

inactivity. Select from

and

off

Note:

Only disable the Screen Saver if the display is not sensitive

to “burn-in”.

7.3 Video Setup

Selection of

Video Setup

from the top level menu generates a

second level menu described and illustrated below.

7.3.1 Video System and Output Format

Selects between NTSC, PAL and auto (disc dependent) video

output. This menu overrides the Front Panel video set up

described in Section 8.1

Note:

If the display is working satisfactorily this setup stage may

not be required.

The selection of

NTSC

PAL

auto

depends on the capability

of the display device connected. Many displays are limited

either to PAL or NTSC and if this is the case for your display

the appropriate option should be selected. The n-Vi 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 the 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.

Note:

If Auto is selected the On Screen Display will show “Auto”

folllowed by the currently selected format.

Note:

A black and white picture is often a sign that a PAL only

display is being fed an NTSC signal.

7.3.2 Black Level

Black Level

adjustment is effective 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.

7.3.3 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

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 10.

7.3.4 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 n-Vi 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 n-Vi 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.

Selects between NTSC, PAL and auto (disc dependent) video

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

output format

black level

SCART settings

test patterns

lip sync

aspect ratio

video outputs off

auto (PAL)

up/down to select

ok to confirm

left or return to go

back with no change

menu for help

the display by approximately 5%. On a wide-screen display the

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n-Vi On Screen Setup

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.

7.3.5 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

key

to delay the audio and

key to delay the video.

Note:

The default value for lip sync is -10 which ensures correct

audio/video synchronisation on the DVI and BNC video outputs. For

correct synchronisation with interlaced video outputs (SCART and

S-Video) lip sync should be set to 0.

7.3.6 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

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.

7.3.7 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.

7.4 Progressive Scan Setup

Selection of

Progressive Scan Video Setup

from the top level

menu generates a second level menu described and illustrated

below.

The

Progressive Scan Output

menus enable selection of the

signal format to be output from the player’s

BNC

sockets.

The signals available from the BNC sockets provide improved

quality over the SCART and S-Video outputs.

7.4.1 Colour Format

The

Colour Format

sub-menu enables selection of the video

signal

Colour Format

(RGB, YPbPr).

Note:

YPbPr is the appropriate selection for most programme

material. Video colour formats are explained in Section 10.

7.4.2 Picture Adjust

Three separate

Picture Adjust

sub-menus are available. One for

adjustment of the player’s

Progressive Scan RGB

output, one

for adjustment of the player’s

Progressive Scan

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

Progressive Scan

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. 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 DVI output.

Note:

No picture adjustment is available on the player’s SCART

and S-Video outputs.

Sets the player to output video appropriate to the display.

7.4.2 Picture Adjust

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

output format

black level

SCART settings

test patterns

lip sync

aspect ratio

video outputs off

16:9 widescreen

up/down to select

ok to confirm

left or return to go

back with no change

menu for help

The

Colour Format

sub-menu enables selection of the video

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

colour format

picture adjust

YPbPr

up/down to select

ok to confirm

left or return to go

back with no change

menu for help

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Note:

Midnight Mode is not available with analogue material.

Note:

Midnight Mode can also be selected directly during normal

operation from the remote handset.

7.5.6 Input Labels

Input Labels

enables a descriptive label to be assigned to each

numbered n-Vi input socket. Inputs can also be disabled (set

to OFF) from this menu. The n-Vi’s internal “inputs” - Disc, DAB

and FM cannot be assigned alternative names.

Note:

It is not necessary to assign labels to the inputs but doing

so helps make n-Vi operation more intuitive.

Note:

Two labels can be assigned to Analogue Input 3, one for

its rear panel socket and one for its front panel socket. The front

panel input will only be available for selection when a connector is

plugged-in.

7.6 Speaker Setup

Selection of

Speaker Setup

from the top level menu generates

a second level menu described and illustrated below.

7.6.1 Speaker Size

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

satellite/subwoofer package, while a “large” speaker is a full-

range type. The “small” left/right option is unavailable if no

subwoofer is present.

Note:

Ext (External) Large or Small should be selected if the front

speakers are connected to the n-Vi via an external power amplifier.

7.6.2 Units

Selection of

Units

Selection of Units Selection of

enables the preferred distance measurement

units (feet or metres) for the Speaker Distance menu to be set.

n-Vi On Screen Setup

7.5 Audio Setup

Selection of

Audio Setup

from the top level menu generates a

second level menu described and illustrated below.

7.5.1 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.

Note:

The n-Vi must be in stop mode to select audio outputs.

7.5.2 Bass Mix

Selection of

Bass Mix

routes the front left and right speaker

low frequency signals additionally to the subwoofer channel.

Note:

Bass Mix will have no effect when a low frequency effects

(LFE) channel is encoded in the programme material.

Note:

Bass Mix is not available on analogue source material.

7.5.3 Pro Logic II

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 effective when Dolby* Pro Logic

II Music Mode is selected.

7.5.4 Neo:6 Centre Gain

Selection of

Neo:6 Centre Gain

provides independent

adjustment of the centre channel volume level.

Note:

Neo:6 Centre Gain is only effective when DTS Neo:6 Music

Mode is selected.

7.5.5 Midnight Mode

Selection of

Midnight Mode

compresses the audio signal and

reduces its bass content to reduce the disturbance of late-night

listening.

7.5.6 Input Labels

7.5.1 Digital Audio Output

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

digital audio output

bass mix

Pro Logic II

Neo:6 centre gain

midnight mode

input labels

multi-channel

up/down to select

ok to confirm

left or return to go

back with no change

menu for help

Selection of

Speaker Size

Selection of Speaker Size Selection of

enables the size of each speaker

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

speaker size

units

speaker distance

test signal

speaker level

front: large

left/right to select

speakers

up/down to select size

ok to confirm

return to go back with

no change

menu for help

Input Labels

enables a descriptive label to be assigned to each

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

digital audio output

bass mix

Pro Logic II

Neo:6 centre gain

midnight mode

input labels

A1 : Analogue 1

left/right to select input

up/down to select label

ok to confirm

left or return to go

back with no change

menu for help

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7.7 Parental Control Setup

Selection of

Parental Control

from the top level menu

generates a second level menu described and illustrated below

that enables a

passcode

to be set in order to restrict access to

unsuitable programme material.

7.7.1 Enter Passcode

Enter the existing or a new four digit passcode using the

handset

numeric keypad

to gain access to the following

Parental Control menus. Ensure you keep a record of the

passcode.

7.7.2 Change Passcode

Enter a new

passcode

if you wish to change the existing one.

Ensure you keep a record of the new pass code.

7.7.3 Parental Controls

Select either

enable

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.

7.7.4 Allowed Ratings

Selects the rating level above which a Parental Control

passcode is required before a DVD can be viewed.

7.7.5 Unrated Titles

Some DVDs do not have a rating level encoded. Select

unrated

to restrict such DVDs with the Parental Control passcode.

7.8 Exit On Screen Setup

Setting the Parental Control options completes On Screen

Setup. Use the

clear

key or

setup

key to exit On Screen

Setup.

n-Vi On Screen Setup

7.7.1 Enter Passcode

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

enter passcode

change passcode

parental controls

allowed ratings

unrated titles

type passcode

up/down to select size

ok to confirm

return to go back with

no change

menu for help

7.6.3 Speaker Distance

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 7.6.1) as present.

Note:

The distances need not be defined accurately. Plus or minus

300mm (1 foot) is adequate.

Note:

The centre speaker should be no further away from the

listening position than either front speaker.

7.6.4 Test Signal

Selection of

Test Signal

Selection of Test Signal Selection of

switches the n-Vi into the speaker

test mode. Ensure that the n-Vi speaker outputs are connected

correctly and that any subwoofer is connected, switched on and

appropriately set up.

Note:

n-Vi must be in stop mode with the disc input selected and

no disc loaded.

7.6.5 Speaker Level Adjustment

Selection of

Speaker Level Adjustment

(after switching on the

Test Signal)

enables subjective matching of the volume level

of each speaker channel. Begin with the Centre speaker level

set to O then select each speaker channel in turn and, seated

at the listening position, adjust each volume level so that the

speakers sound approximately equally loud.

Note:

If the test signal is either too loud or too quiet the overall

system volume can be adjusted with the handset volume keys.

Note:

The adjustment level for the subwoofer output on the n-Vi

should be set somewhere between the maximum and minimum

settings needed for the other loudspeakers in the system. The

volume control on the subwoofer itself should then be adjusted to

give the best results.

Selection of

Speaker Distance

Selection of Speaker Distance Selection of

enables the distance of each

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

speaker size

units

speaker distance

test signal

speaker level

left: 0’

left/right to select

speakers

up/down to adjust distance

ok to confirm

return to go back with

no change

menu for help

7.7.4 Allowed Ratings

7.7.5 Unrated Titles

Selection of

Speaker Level Adjustment

(after switching on the

DVD playback

system setup

video setup

prog. scan setup

audio setup

speaker setup

parental control

exit menu

speaker size

units

speaker distance

test signal

speaker level

centre: 0

left/right to select

speakers

up/down to adjust level

ok to confirm

return to go back with

no change

menu for help

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n-Vi Front Panel Setup

8 Front Panel Setup

Front Panel Setup provides an alternative setup

routine for some parameters and provides access

to Video System and Format parameters should

these need adjustment before the n-Vi and display

combination will operate correctly. Front Panel

Setup also provides access to a number of setup

parameters that are not available via On Screen

Setup.

To enter Front Panel Setup either press and hold the handset

setup

key or press and hold the front panel

mode

button.

Note:

On Screen and Front Panel setup modes cannot be used

simultaneously.

8.1 Video System and Output Format

If nothing is displayed when the n-Vi and display are first

switched on, two video output options on the n-Vi may need

to be changed. These options select between the

auto

NTSC

PAL Video Systems

, and between

Video Colour Format

options. The

Video Colour Format

options apply only to the

n-Vi

BNC

output sockets, the choices being

RGB, and YPbPr.

To change the options proceed as described in the following

paragraph.

Press and hold the handset

setup

key to put the n-Vi into

Front Panel Setup

mode. Use the handset or front panel menu

navigation

buttons (see Paragraph 6.1.2) to select

Video

from

the main menu. Select

System

from the next menu and then

auto

NTSC

PAL,

depending on the format required by the

display.

Note:

NTSC/PAL selection is only likely to require a specific choice

(i.e not auto) if the display is not capable of displaying both.

Use the

navigation

buttons to return to the previous menu and

select

Format

followed by either

YPbPr

RGB

as required by

the display. Use the navigation buttons to return to the main

menu.

naim

logo visible in the centre of the display screen confirms

that the Initial Video Options are set correctly.

8.2 Speaker, Input and Audio Setup

Front Panel Setup provides Speaker, Input Label and Audio

setup routines. If these setup stages have been completed

through On Screen Setup it is not necessary to repeat them.

8.2.1 Speaker Size

From the Speaker menu select

Size

followed by

Front.

Select

either

Small, Large, Ext Large

Ext Small.

Use the front panel

navigation

buttons to return to the previous

menu and select

Centre

followed by

None

Small

Large

Continue by selecting

None

Small

Large

for the surround

speakers and

Off

for the subwoofer.

8.2.2 Speaker Distance

Return to the Speaker menu and select

Distance

followed by

Units

followed by

Feet

Metres

. Selection of

Feet

Metres

defines the distance measurement units used. Return to the

Distance menu and select each speaker in turn specifying the

approximate distance of each one from the listening position.

8.2.3 Speaker Levels

Return to the Speaker menu and select

Test Signal

to switch

the test signal

then access the level adjustment menu for

each speaker channel. Begin with the Centre speaker level

set to O then select each speaker channel in turn and, seated

at the listening position, adjust each volume level so that the

speakers sound approximately equally loud.

Note:

If the test signal is either too loud or too quiet the overall

system volume can be adjusted with the handset volume keys.

When all the speaker levels have been set use the

navigation

keys to switch the test signal

Off

and return to the Main menu.

8.2.4 Input Labels

Select

Input Labels

from the main menu and use the

navigation

keys to select each input in turn and then to select

from the presented list of label options.

8.2.5 Audio Setup

Select

Audio

from the Main menu to enter the audio menu.

Bass Mix

routes front left and right loudspeaker bass

information additionally to the subwoofer.

Panorama

diverts a proportion of the front stereo signal to the

surround channels.

Width

adjusts the balance between the centre channel and the

left and right channels. Selection of a higher value increases

the volume of the left and right channels.

Dimension

adjusts the balance between the front and surround

channels. Selection of a higher value increases the relative

strength of the surround channels.

Neo:6 Centre Gain

provides independent adjustment of the

centre channel volume level.

Midnight

compresses the volume and reduces the bass level of

movie soundtrack material and can help reduce disturbance to

others from late night listening.

Note:

Width, Panorama Dimension and Midnight functions are

only effective with Dolby Pro Logic II Music encoded material.

Note:

Midnight can also be selected directly during normal

operation from the remote handset.

Note:

Neo:6 Centre Gain is only effective when DTS Neo:6 Music

Mode is selected.

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n-Vi Front Panel Setup

8.3 Miscellaneous Setup

Select

Other Settings

from the main menu to enter the other

settings menu.

The other settings menu provides access to two further display

interface options -

OSD Volume Bar

and

OSD Decode Info

Selecting

OSD Volume Bar

switches on a temporary status bar

indication of volume on the display screen.

Selecting

OSD Decode Info

switches on a temporary status

bar indication of the audio-visual decode mode on the display

screen.

Return to the previous menu after each selection and then

back to the main menu when each option is set.

8.4 Clock Setup

Note:

Clock functions are only available if the FM/DAB tuner

module is fitted.

Select

Clock

from the Main menu to enter the clock menu.

The n-Vi internal clock can be set manually or take its time

automatically from the digital radio signal.

To set the clock manually select

Set Time

from the Clock menu

and use the

navigation

keys to select and adjust the date, day,

hours and minutes.

To set the time using the DAB signal select

Set Time

from the

Clock menu and

Use DAB Clock

then use the

navigation

keys

to select

Yes

Return to the previous menu after each selection and then

back to the main menu when the clock options are set.

8.5 Alarm Setup

Note:

Alarm functions are only available if the FM/DAB tuner

module is fitted.

Select

Alarm

from the Main menu to enter the alarm setup

routine.

The alarm function switches the n-Vi out of standby mode

and selects a signal source at a specified time. Five different

alarm points can be set, as can alarm

Frequency

(Daily, Day,

Weekdays, Weekends),

Source

On Time

Off Time

Volume

Volume Ramp

and

Ramp Rate

. Use the

navigation

keys to

select the required alarm (1 to 5), the required options for each

one and finally to select

Off

Note:

An alarm symbol will show in the n-Vi front panel display at

all times while an alarm is set.

8.6 Exit Front Panel Setup

Setting the Alarm options completes Front Panel Setup. Use the

clr

(clear) key, or press

setup

to exit Front Panel Setup.

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n-Vi

9 Operation

Once all the system setup options described in

Section 7 and 8 are selected the n-Vi 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.

The n-Vi supports NTSC and PAL DVD, “Red Book” Audio CD,

DVD-A Stereo, DVD-A multi-channel, DVD±R, DVD±RW, CD-R,

CD-RW and most copy protected Audio Discs.

Note:

Use the front panel stop button to open the drawer.

Note:

The large variety of disc manufacturing processes and

formats available means that on rare occasions a disc apparently

falling into the one of the above categories may not play correctly.

You should return the disc to the retailer if this occurs.

Note:

DVD region coding is sales territory dependent and is

specified on the rear panel of the n-Vi.

Note:

The front panel display will switch off after two minutes of

inactivity.

9.1 Input Selection and Volume Control

To select an input use the handset

input

key. The front panel

input

button will also sequentially select inputs. When a

new input is selected the n-Vi display will sequentially show

the input source and the current decode mode settings if

appropriate.

Note:

The n-Vi may take a moment to display inputs and decode

modes when new inputs are selected as it locks-on to and

identifies any signals.

To adjust the overall volume use the handset

vol

and

vol

keys or front panel

vol+

and -

vol

buttons.

9.2 Playback Control

9.2.1 Play

Front Panel:

Press the

play

button once.

Handset:

Press the

play

key once.

9.2.2 Stop

Front Panel:

Press the

stop

button once.

Handset:

Press the

stop

key once.

Note:

Play will normally re-start from the point at which a disc

was last stopped. Pressing stop while a disc is already stopped

will clear this “resume” memory for the specific disc. The resume

memory holds “stop point” data for the last 10 discs played.

9.2.3 Next Chapter (or track)

Front Panel:

Press the

button once.

Handset:

Press the

key once.

9.2.4 Previous Chapter (or track)

Front Panel:

Press the

button once.

Handset:

Press the

key once.

9.2.5 Pause and Resume

Front Panel:

Press the

play

button (while play is underway).

Handset:

Press the

pause

key once.

9.2.6 Single Frame Advance

Handset Only:

Press the

play

key once while player is paused.

9.2.7 Fast Forward

Front Panel:

For 2 X speed press and hold the

button

while

play

is underway. Further presses of the

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

(

) key once for 2 X speed. Further

presses generate fast forward speeds as described above.

9.2.8 Fast Reverse

Front Panel:

For 2 X speed press and hold the

button

while

play

is underway. Further 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

(

) key once for 2 X speed. Further

presses generate fast reverse speeds as described above.

9.2.9 Slow Forward/Reverse (DVDs only)

Handset Only:

Press the

slow

key once for half speed playback

followed by the

ffwd

(

) and

frwd

(

) keys to select further

slow forward or reverse speed options.

9.2.10 Drawer Open and Close

Front Panel:

To open the drawer press the

stop

button when

the player is stopped. When open, press the

stop

play

buttons to close the drawer.

Handset:

Press the

open

key to open or close the drawer, or

the

play

stop

keys to close the drawer.

9.2.11 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

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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.

9.2.12 Direct Track/Chapter, Title/Group Selection

Handset Only:

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.

9.2.13 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 bookmark.

9.3 Playback Options

9.3.1 Camera Angle

Handset Only:

Press the

angle

key to scroll through the

available camera angle options.

Note:

This function can also be found in the main setup menu.

9.3.2 Subtitle

Handset Only:

Press the

subt

key to scroll through the available

subtitle options.

Note:

This function can also be found in the main setup menu.

9.3.3 Audio Track

Handset Only:

Press the

audio

key to scroll through the

available audio tracks.

Note:

This function can also be found in the main setup menu.

9.3.4 Zoom Function

Handset Only:

Press the

zoom

key to scroll through the

available zoom levels. Use the arrow keys (

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) to

navigate around the picture.

9.4 Accessory Functions

The n-Vi has four accessory functions accessible at all times

from the handset. The display will temporarily indicate selection

or de-selection of these functions.

9.4.1 Mute

The

mute

key immediately reduces the volume to zero. A

second operation restores the volume to its previous level.

Note:

The volume can also be restored after a mute command by

turning the front panel volume control to zero and then up to a

normal listening level.

Operation

9.4.2 Display

The

disp

key switches the n-Vi front panel display off. When

switched off the display will temporarily flash information when

changes are made. A second operation will restore the display.

9.4.3 Midnight

The

midn

key compresses the signal and reduces the bass

content. It can help reduce disturbance to others from late

night listening.

Note:

Midnight Mode is not available with analogue material.

9.4.4 Standby

The

standby

key returns the n-Vi to standby mode. The standby

button only will remain illuminated.

9.5 Decode Modes - Selection and Availability

The signal decoding behaviour and options of the n-Vi are

dependent on both the source programme material and

the speaker setup. With some digital programme material,

decoding options are user definable - although the results of

processing for example, music material with movie decoding

mode are unpredictable. In other cases however the n-Vi will

automatically identify encoded material and only make available

the appropriate decoding option or options. The n-Vi front panel

and on screen display will show each decoding mode selected

or imposed.

Stereo analogue inputs to the n-Vi are always routed direct to

the front left and right speaker outputs and cannot be decoded.

To select a decode mode use the handset

mode

key or the

front panel

mode

button. The n-Vi will store the last selected

decode mode for each type of signal and for each input. The

decoding options and display for each type of programme

material, and the speaker channel schemes for each are

detailed in Tables 9.5 and 9.6

9.6 Channel Schemes and Speakers

The term “channel scheme” describes the array of speakers in

use. The channel scheme operating at any time is linked to the

input signal, speaker setup and decode mode and is illustrated

on the n-Vi front panel display by an icon in the bottom right

hand corner (See Diagram 6.1.3). The icon changes as different

input signals and decode modes are selected (either manually or

automatically) or speaker setups are specified.

The icon represents a listening room with front left, centre,

front right, surround left, surround right and subwoofer

speakers. Each speaker element within the icon shows or hides

to denote presence in the speaker setup, grows or shrinks to

reflect “large” or “small” specification (see Paragraph 7.6.1),

or is filled or empty to denote its presence or absence in the

channel scheme.

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Programme Material

Analogue

Stereo

Dolby Digital

DTS (Digital)

PCM (digital)

(2/0)

(3/2.1)

Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Yes

Decode

Modes

Analogue Direct

Mono

Stereo

Dolby PL II Music

Dolby PL II Movie

DTS Neo:6 Cinema

DTS Neo:6 Music

Auto

Table 9.6

Decode Modes - Availability with Programme Material Types

n-Vi Operation

Note:

Channel schemes are also expressed by terms such as

“5.1” or “3/2.1” Taking 5.1 as an example, the “5” refers to the

number of conventional speaker channels and the “.1” refers to a

subwoofer. In 3/2.1 the “3” refers to the number of front channels

employed (in this case, left, right and centre), the “2” refers to the

number of surround channels and the “.1” refers to a subwoofer.

Tables 9.5 and 9.6 refer to channel schemes in this manner.

Speaker Channels

Left

Centre

Right

Left

Right

Subwoofer

Front

Surround

Yes

Note*

Yes