Theta Digital Compli Blu User manual

THETA DIGITAL
THETA DIGITAL
Compli Blu owner’s manual
Compli Blu owner’s manual

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TH HE ET TA A D DI IG GI IT TA AL L
Hello there:
Thank you for your purchase of the Theta Digital Compli Blu, the latest and most powerful in
a long line of transports designed to bring the maximum levels of sound quality and video
performance from the company whose expertise in this field spans over twenty years.
The Compli Blu, like all the other transports before it, is based on a manufacturing kit
obtained from a third party, then optimized by Theta Digital's experts to bring it up to our
high standards. In the past, we've partnered with Sony, Phillips and Pioneer. This time,
we're pleased to partner with Oppo, whose recent transports have garnered quite a
following. Both Oppo and Theta Digital are delighted to bring this top performing product to
you and establish yet another benchmark of performance in the transport product category.
As it becomes available during its product life-cycle, updated firmware for the Compli Blu
will be posted in the Downloads area of Theta Digital's website at www.thetadigital.com
Thank you once again for your purchase of the Compli Blu; we're sure you're going to really
enjoy it!
Best regards,
Theta Digital

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Table of Contents
Important Information ............................................................... 1
Important Safety Instructions.....................................................................................1
Precautions ..........................................................................................................2
FCC Statement ......................................................................................................2
Trademarks ..........................................................................................................2
Compatible Disc Types.............................................................................................3
Discs that cannot be played..................................................................................3
Disc care and handling ........................................................................................3
Notes about BD-ROM compatibility .........................................................................4
Copyright Protection ...............................................................................................4
Region management information............................................................................ 4
INSTALLATION ......................................................................... 5
Front Panel Controls ...............................................................................................5
Front Panel Display Window ...................................................................................... 5
Rear Panel Connectors.............................................................................................5
Remote Control .....................................................................................................7
Remote Control Buttons ......................................................................................7
Back Side........................................................................................................8
Battery Installation ............................................................................................8
Using the Remote Control ....................................................................................8
Setting the Remote Code .....................................................................................9
Connecting to a Display.......................................................................................... 10
HDMI Connection............................................................................................. 10
DVI Connection ............................................................................................... 11
Component Video Connection ............................................................................. 12
Connecting to an Audio System................................................................................. 13
Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier with HDMI Input/Output ........................................ 13
Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier with 7.1ch/5.1ch Audio Input.................................. 14
Connecting to a Receiver/Amplifier with Dolby Digital or DTS Decoder ............................ 15
Connecting to a Stereo Audio System .................................................................... 16
Connecting to the Internet...................................................................................... 17
Custom Installation............................................................................................... 18
External IR (Infrared Remote) Installation............................................................... 18
Setting Up the Player - Easy Setup Wizard ................................................................... 19
Access the Easy Setup Wizard ............................................................................. 19
Choose the Primary Video Output......................................................................... 19
Select the Best Output Resolution ........................................................................ 20
Determine the Display Aspect Ratio ...................................................................... 21

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Select the Audio Setting .................................................................................... 23
Complete the Easy Setup Wizard .......................................................................... 23
BASIC OPERATIONS .................................................................. 24
Disc Playback ...................................................................................................... 24
Fast Playback ...................................................................................................... 24
Pause and Frame-by-Frame ..................................................................................... 25
Slow Playback ..................................................................................................... 25
Blu-ray Disc Menu Playback ..................................................................................... 26
DVD Menu Playback ............................................................................................... 26
On-Screen Display................................................................................................. 26
Volume Control.................................................................................................... 27
Mute................................................................................................................. 27
Audio Language/Track Selection ............................................................................... 27
Subtitle Selection ................................................................................................. 28
Angle Selection.................................................................................................... 28
Picture-in-Picture and Secondary Audio....................................................................... 28
BD-Live ............................................................................................................. 29
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ............................................................ 30
TV System Selection .............................................................................................. 30
Output Resolution................................................................................................. 30
Zooming and Aspect Ratio Control ............................................................................. 31
Zoom Levels for HDMI Output .............................................................................. 31
Zoom Levels for Component Video Output............................................................... 34
Repeat Playback .................................................................................................. 35
Repeat a Selected Section....................................................................................... 35
Shuffle and Random Playback................................................................................... 35
Playback by Chapter or Track Number ........................................................................ 36
Playback from a Specific Location ............................................................................. 36
DVD and Blu-ray Discs ....................................................................................... 36
CD and SACD discs ........................................................................................... 37
Memory and Automatic Resume ................................................................................ 38
Viewing Pictures on DVD-Audio Discs .......................................................................... 39
Pure Audio Mode .................................................................................................. 39
MEDIA FILE PLAYBACK............................................................... 40
Playback from a USB Drive ...................................................................................... 40
The Home Menu ................................................................................................... 40
Playing Music Files ................................................................................................ 41
Playing Movie Files................................................................................................ 42
Viewing Photo Files............................................................................................... 43
Adding Background Music ................................................................................... 43

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SETUP MENU OPTIONS .............................................................. 44
Using the Setup Menu System................................................................................... 44
Playback Setup .................................................................................................... 47
Video Setup........................................................................................................ 49
Picture Adjustment.......................................................................................... 51
HDMI Options ................................................................................................. 53
Audio Format Setup .............................................................................................. 56
Audio Signal Reference Chart.............................................................................. 58
Recommended Audio Format Options .................................................................... 59
Audio Processing Setup .......................................................................................... 60
Speaker Configuration ...................................................................................... 61
Other Audio Processing Settings........................................................................... 65
Device Setup ...................................................................................................... 66
Network Setup .................................................................................................... 69
REFERENCES .......................................................................... 71
Useful Notes ....................................................................................................... 71
Troubleshooting................................................................................................... 71
Specifications ..................................................................................................... 72
Language Code List............................................................................................... 73
LIMITED WARRANTY ................................................................. 74
Theta Digital, Inc. Limited One Year Warranty .............................................................. 74

1
Important Information
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operation and
maintenance (servicing) instruction in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE
ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
THE APPARATUS SHALL NOT BE EXPOSED TO DRIPPING OR
SPLASHING AND THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES SHALL BE PLACED ON THE APPARATUS.
CAUTION:
DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY
REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT
TYPE.
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT
REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL.
CLASS I LASER
PRODUCT
This label is located on the laser protective housing inside the
product.
Important Safety Instructions
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plug, receptacle, and the
point
where it exits from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have
fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Precautions
•Before connecting the AC power cord to the
appliance, make sure the voltage designation of the
appliance corresponds to the local electrical supply. If
you are unsure of your power supply, contact your
local power company. The acceptable power input
range is AC ~ 100V-240V, 50/60Hz
•The player is still receiving power from the AC power
source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet,
even if the player itself has been turned off.
•Unplug the power cord if you are not going to use the
product for an extended period of time. Hold the
power plug when unplugging. Do not pull on the cord.
•The main plug is used as the mechanism for cutting
off power, therefore make sure it is easy to unplug.
•To ensure proper ventilation around this product, do
not place this product on a sofa, bed or rug. When
installing this product on a wall or bookshelf, you need
to provide appropriate space.
•High temperature will lead to abnormal operation of
this unit. Do not expose this unit or batteries to direct
sunlight or near other heating objects.
•When moving the player from a cold location to a warm
one, or vice versa, moisture may condense on the laser
pickup unit inside the player. Should this occur, the
player may not operate properly. In such a case please
turn the unit on for 1-2 hours (without a disc) to
facilitate moisture evaporation.
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
would void the user’s authority to operate this device.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Trademarks
•“Blu-ray Disc”, “BONUSVIEW” and “BD-Live” are
trademarks of Blu-ray Disc Association.
•Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun
Microsystems, Inc. in the United States and other
countries.
•DVD Logo is a trademark of DVD Format/Logo
Licensing Corp., registered in the U.S., Japan and
other countries.
•Super Audio CD, SACD and the SACD logo are joint
trademarks of Sony Corporation and Philips Electronics
N.V. Direct Stream Digital (DSD) is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
•“AVCHD” and the “AVCHD” logo are trademarks of
Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
•Designed for Windows Media, Microsoft, HDCD, and
the HDCD logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
•“480p/720p/1080i/1080p” up-converting arrow logo,
“Source Direct” and “True 24p” logos are trademarks
of Theta Digital Digital, Inc.
•VRS™, Video Reference Series™, Precision De-
interlacing™, Precision Video Scaling™, Progressive
Cadence Detection™ and AutoCUE-C™ are trademarks of
Anchor Bay Technologies Inc. All products bearing the
DVDO®, iScan™ and VRS™ trademarks are based upon
technologies, architectures, and product designs
originally created and developed by the Anchor Bay
Team.
•Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s:
5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616;
6,487,535; 7,392,195; 7,272,567; 7,333,929; 7,212,872
& other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos,
Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio | Essential
are trademarks of DTS, Inc. © 1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All
Rights Reserved.
•Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
•HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
•All other trademarks are the properties of their
respective owners.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Compatible Disc Types
Type/Logo Features Manual Icon
BD-Video
High Definition (HD) movie and music discs
BD-ROM and BD-RE/BD-R discs in BDMV and BDAV mode, including 8cm discs
(single layer) and DL discs.
- Discs supporting BONUSVIEW (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 1
version 1.1/Final Standard Profile) that allows Virtual packages or Picture-in-
Picture functions to be used.
- Discs supporting BD-Live (BD-ROM version 2 Profile 2) that provides
interactive features when the player is connected to the Internet.
DVD-Video
High quality movie and music discs
Commercially released DVD discs, DVD+RW/DVD+R/DVD-RW/DVD-R using
Version 1.1 of the DVD Video Recording Format, finalized.
DVD-Audio
Multi-channel or stereo high resolution audio with compressed digital video or
still pictures. Some DVD-Audio discs also contain a DVD-Video portion.
DVD-A
Super Audio CD
SACD: High resolution audio-only disc with stereo and/or multi-channel audio.
Hybrid disc with both high resolution and CD-compatible layers.
SACD
CD
Compact Discs (CD) that contain audio and music.
AVCHD
High-definition digital video camera format using efficient data compression
coding technology.
Discs that cannot be played
•BDs with cartridge
•DVD-RAMs
•HD DVDs
•Data portion of CD-Extras
•BD-Video/DVD-Video with a different region code
•Some DualDiscs: A DualDisc is a two sided disc with DVD
on one side and digital audio on the other side. The
digital audio side does not meet the technical
specifications of the Compact Disc Digital Audio (CD-DA)
format so playback is not guaranteed.
•Music discs encoded with copyright protection
technologies: among such discs, some do not conform to
the CD standard and may not be usable on this player.
Disc care and handling
•To keep the disc clean from scratches or fingerprints,
handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the
recording surface.
•Blu-ray Discs record data in very high density and the
record layer is very close to the disc surface. For this
reason, Blu-ray Discs are more sensitive to dust and
fingerprints than DVD. Should you encounter playback
problems and see dirty spots on the disc surface,
clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc
from the center out along the radial direction. Do not
wipe the disc in a circular motion.
•Do not use record cleaning sprays or solvents such as
benzene, thinner and anti-static spray.
•Do not attach labels or stickers to discs as this may
cause the disc to warp, become imbalanced or too
thick, resulting in playback problems.
•Avoid exposing the discs to direct sunlight or heat
sources.
•Do not use the following discs:
oDiscs with exposed adhesive from removed stickers
or labels. The disc may get stuck inside the
player.
oWarped or cracked discs.
oIrregularly shaped discs, such as heart or business
card shapes.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Notes about BD-ROM compatibility
Since the Blu-ray Disc specifications are new and evolving, some discs may not play properly depending on the disc type,
version and encoding. It is possible that a Blu-ray disc manufactured after the player was manufactured uses certain new
features of the Blu-ray Disc specifications. To ensure the best possible viewing experience, the player may need a firmware or
software update from time to time. Please visit Theta Digital’s web site www.thetadigital.com to check if updates are
available.
Copyright Protection
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use
of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited
viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Region management information
This player is designed and manufactured to respond to the region management information. If the region number of a BD-
Video or DVD disc does not correspond to the region number of this player, this player cannot play the disc.
BD-Video: This player plays BD-Video with marks containing the region code A.
DVD-Video: This player plays DVD-Video with marks containing the region code 1 and ALL.

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INSTALLATION
Front Panel Controls
2 3 4 5 6
1. POWER Button
2. IR Remote Sensor
3. Display Window
4. Disc Tray
5. OPEN/CLOSE Button
6. Playback Control and Navigation Buttons
Front Panel Display Window
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
11 12 13 14
10
1. Disc Type Indication – Indicates the currently playing
disc type
2. Title/Group – When illuminated, the displayed time
applies to a title or group
3. Track/Chapter – When illuminated, the displayed time
applies to a track or chapter
4. Total – When illuminated, the displayed time is the
total play time
5. Remaining – When illuminated, the displayed time is
the remaining play time
6. Playback Status – Indicates playback status such as
Play, Pause, Repeat, Repeat All, Random/Shuffle, and
A-B Repeat
7. Angle Icon – Indicates that the scene contains additional
camera angle(s)
8. HDMI – Indicates that the HDMI output is active
9. Network – Indicates that a network cable is attached
10.Reserved – Not in use
11.Mute Icon – Indicates that the audio is muted
12.Audio Channel Indication – Indicates whether the audio
is 2ch stereo or multi-channel surround
13.Main Display – Text messages and numeric display
14.Audio Type Indication – Indicates the type of audio
tracks playing
Rear Panel Connectors
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
1
THETA
Compli Blu
STANDBY
ANALOG OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
ANALOG
VIDEO
LAN
HDMI
CONTROL
IR
RS-232
USB
LEFT RIGHT
RIGHT RSURR SUB SIDER
LEFT LSURR CEN SIDEL
Composite Y

INSTALLATION
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1. 7.1CH/5.1CH Audio Output
2. Stereo Audio Output
3. Coaxial and Optical Digital Audio Output
4. Composite Video Output
5. Component Video Output
6. Ethernet LAN Port
7. USB 2.0 Port
8. HDMI Output
9. IR IN and OUT Ports
In addition to the above connectors, the AC power inlet is also located on the rear panel. The inlet is the
IEC60-320 C18 type. Only the included AC power cord or an approved power cord with an IEC60-320 C17
type plug should be used.

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Remote Control
Remote Control Buttons
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
2
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
1. POWER : Toggle power
STANDBY and ON
2. ON/OFF: Discrete on/off
power buttons
3. PURE AUDIO : Turn
off/on video
4. NUMBERButtons:
Enter numeric values
5. CLEAR : Clear numeric
input
6. TOP MENU: Show BD
top menu or DVD title
menu
7. ARROW and ENTER
Buttons: Navigate menu
selection
8. SETUP : Enter the
player Setup Menu
9. COLOR Buttons:
Function varies by
content
10.PLAY : Start playback
11.STOP : Stop playback
12.REV : Fast reverse play
13.PREV : Skip to previous
14.SUBTITLE: Change
subtitle language
15.AUDIO: Change audio
language or channel
16.SAP: Turn on/off
Secondary Audio
Program
17.A-B REPLAY : Repeat
play the selected
section
18.RESOLUTION : Switch
output resolution
19.SOURCE: Go to Home
Menu to select media
source
20.OPEN : Open/close the
disc tray
21.P/N: Switch output TV
system: NTSC, PAL or
MULTI
22.DIMMER: Dim front
panel display
23.VOLUME +/- :
Increase/Decrease
volume
24.MUTE: Mute audio
25.HOME: Go to Home
Menu to select media
source
26.PAGE UP/DOWN : Show
previous/next page
27.GOTO: Play from a
specified location
28.DISPLAY: Show/hide
On-Screen Display
29.POP-UP MENU: Show
BD pop-up menu or
DVD menu
30.RETURN : Return to the
previous menu or mode
31.PAUSE : Pause playback
32.FWD: Fast forward play
33.NEXT: Skip to next
34.ANGLE : Change camera
angle
35.ZOOM: Zoom in/out
and adjust aspect ratio
36.PIP: Show/hide
Picture-in-Picture
37.REPEAT : Repeat play
38.LIGHT: Activate back
light for the remote
control
NOTE
When a button is pressed but its function is invalid or unavailable at the moment, the TV
screen displays a circle with a diagonal line:
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Back Side
1
2
3
4
5
With Battery CoverBattery Cover Removed
1. Index Finger Notch 1 : When your index finger is
placed at this notch while holding the remote
control, your thumb is within easy reach to the
navigation buttons (ARROW, ENTER, TOP MENU and
POP-UP MENU).
2. Index Finger Notch 2 : When your index finger is
placed at this notch while holding the remote
control, your thumb is within easy reach to the
playback control buttons (STOP, PLAY, PAUSE,
PREV, NEXT, REV, FWD).
3. Battery Cover : Remove to replace batteries or set
remote code.
4. Batteries : Use (2) size AA or LR6 batteries.
5. Remote Code Switch : Adjust the position of the
switch to set the remote control to use the
indicated remote code.
Battery Installation
1. Remove the battery
compartment cover
2. Insert batteries 3. Replace the battery
compartment cover
Using the Remote Control
When using the remote control, the front window of the remote control should be pointed to the infrared
sensor on the front panel within an angle of ±30° and a range of about 26 ft.
Within about 26ft
THETA
Compli Blu
STANDBY

INSTALLATION
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Setting the Remote Code
The remote control supports one of three remote codes. The default is “Code 1”. If you have other Theta
Digital or Theta Digital products placed close to the Compli Blu, they may inadvertently respond to the
Compli Blu remote control. In this case you can select a different remote code to avoid conflicts.
To select a new remote code, open the battery compartment cover of the remote control, and then use a
ball point pen to flip the switch to one of the positions marked as “1”, “2”, or “3”. Close the battery
compartment cover. Make sure that the Compli Blu player is turned on and the disc tray is ejected. Aim
the remote control at the player. Press and hold the ENTER button for 5 seconds. The player will start
using the new remote code.
Remote Code Switch
Battery Compartment
CAUTIONS
•Never drop the remote control or expose it to moisture.
•Never expose the infrared remote sensor on the front panel to direct sunlight or
other strong light sources.
•Remote may not operate consistently when batteries become low. Replace them if
operation deteriorates.
•If the remote control will not be used for a long time, please remove the batteries.
•Use the batteries correctly to avoid possible leakage and corrosion. Do not leave
the batteries exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature environment for a
long period of time. Do not heat or expose to flame. Do not mix old and new
batteries. Do not use batteries of different types at the same time. Do not
attempt to recharge the batteries.
•In case battery leakage occurs, do not touch the liquid with bare hands. Wipe out
any liquid inside the battery compartment, and insert new batteries.

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Connectingtoa Display
HDMI Connection
HDMI Cable
Composite Video Cable (Optional)
HDMI In
Video In
Rear Panel
Method 1 – HDMI Connection Directly to TV
•If your TV has an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) input, you can use the included
HDMI cable to connect the player to the TV. This connection method delivers both video and
audio in a pure digital format via a single cable. The HDMI video output of the player allows
for the highest possible video quality and resolution.
•You may connect the composite video cable to the TV for troubleshooting purposes, just in
case there is a problem with HDMI. However it is not recommendedto use the composite
video as the primary method of video delivery to the TV, because it only produces a standard
definition video signal and forfeits the advantage of high definition video.
ANALOG OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
ANALOG
VIDEO
LAN
HDMI
CONTROL
IR
RS-232
USB
LEFT RIGHT
RIGHT RSURR SUB SIDER
LEFT LSURR CEN SIDEL
Composite Y

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DVI Connection
HDMI - DVI
Cable
DVI
DVI
Audio
Audio Cable
Method 2 – DVI Connection to TV
•If your TV has a DVI input that supports HDCP*, you can purchase an HDMI-DVI adapter cable
to connect the player to the TV. This connection method delivers digital video to the TV
without any signal degradation. The HDMI video output of the Theta Digital Blu-ray Disc
player presents the highest possible video quality and resolution.
•Please use the Red/White audio cables to connect the STEREO AUDIO OUT terminals of the
player to the TV. Make sure the audio cables are connected to the same input terminal group
on the TV as the DVI input. Usually the input terminals are marked as “DVI Audio” or “PC
Audio”. On some TVs you may need to use an RCA-3.5mm Mini-Jack adapter cable to connect
the audio.
•You may connect the composite video cable to the TV for trouble-shooting purpose, just in
case there is a problem with DVI. However it is not recommended to use the composite video
as the primary method of video delivery to the TV, because it only produces a standard
definition video signal and forfeits the advantage of high definition video.
*NOTE
HDCP stands for High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection. The HDMI output of the Theta
Digital Blu-ray Disc player uses HDCP to encrypt the digital audio and video content. The
TV needs to support HDCP so it can decrypt the content and properly display it.
ANALOG OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
ANALOG
VIDEO
LAN
HDMI
CONTROL
IR
RS-232
USB
LEFT RIGHT
RIGHT RSURR SUB SIDER
LEFT LSURR CEN SIDEL
Composite Y

ANALOG OUT
DIGITAL
AUDIO
ANALOG
VIDEO
LAN
HDMI
CONTROL
IR
RS-232
USB
LEFT RIGHT
RIGHT RSURR SUB SIDER
LEFT LSURR CEN SIDEL
Composite Y
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Component VideoConnection
Component
Video Cable
Rear Panel
Audio
Cable
Component
Video
Audio
Y
Pb/Cb
Pr/Cr
Method 3 – Component Video Connection to TV
•If your TV has no digital video input but has component video inputs, please use a set of
component video cables to connect the component video output of the player to the TV. The
connectors are color coded, so please make sure the cable connections match on both ends.
The component video connection will produce a very clear picture with high color accuracy.
•Please use the Red/White audio cables to connect the STEREO AUDIO OUT terminals of the
player to the TV. Make sure the audio cables are connected to the same input terminal group
on the TV as the chosen component video input.
•When the “Primary Output ” Setup Menu item in the “Video Setup ” section is set to “HDMI”
(see page 49 for details), the component video connection will not output video when playing
a Blu-ray Disc with 1080p 24Hz content, or will only output video with a low resolution
(480i/576i) when playing a DVD.This is not a malfunction. You must set “Primary Output ”
to “Component ” in order to properly use the component video connection.
•When playing a Blu-ray Disc, video resolution over the component output can be up to 1080i.
1080p content will be interlaced into 1080i signal for the component output.
•Video up-conversion over the component output is only available for unencrypted discs such
as home video and consumer-created contents. Most commercially pressed DVD discs are
CSS-encrypted and will be limited to 480i/480p resolution. This restriction applies to the
component output only. The HDMI output is protected with HDCP and has no such restriction.
•You may connect the composite video cable to the TV for trouble-shooting purpose, just in
case there is a problem with component video. However it is not recommended to use the
composite video as the primary method of video delivery to the TV, because it only produces
a standard definition video signal and forfeits the advantage of high definition video.