Front panel controls...13 Operating instructions (DVD menu display) ...14 Operating instructions ...16 Progressive Scan ...19 Display settings...20 Operations ...21 DVD Audio...22 Using the remote handset (DVD85) ...23 Using the remote handset (DVD89) ...24 Troubleshooting...25 Specifications...26 2 80 Series DVD player...
Congratulations on purchasing this Cambridge Audio 80 Series DVD player. We hope that you will enjoy many years of rewarding ownership. The DVD85, 86 and 89 models all support normal CD and DVD discs, while the DVD89 is also a ‘universal’ player that supports DVD-Audio (DVD-A) and Super Audio CD (SACD).
If your dealer is not equipped to perform the repair of your Cambridge Audio product, it can be returned by your dealer to Cambridge Audio or an authorised Cambridge Audio service agent. You will need to ship this product in either its original packaging or packaging affording an equal degree of protection.
If the power cord is fitted with a moulded mains plug the unit must not be used if the plastic fuse carrier is not in place. Should you lose the fuse carrier the correct part must be reordered from your Cambridge Audio dealer.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Please take a moment to read these notes before installing your DVD player, they will enable you to get the best performance and prolong the life of the product. We advise you follow all instructions, heed all warnings and keep the instructions for future reference.
REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS The DVD85 is equipped with Composite (CVBS), S-Video (SVHS), SCART (RGB and CVBS) and Component Video (YC ) connections. The DVD89 also incorprates DVI-D and HDMI Digital Video Interfaces. Digital outputs - The DVD89 also incorporates optical and a coaxial digital output.
Video Cable S-Video S-Video Cable The DVD85 and 89 feature a wide range of video ouputs. You should always use the best quality connection your TV supports. In order of increasing quality you should use one of composite (CVBS), S-Video, RGB Scart, Component Video (YUV), DVI and finally HDMI.
Connecting to a Digital TV set with DVI-D (DVD89 only) DVD80 Series DVD Player Power Rating: 100-240V AC 50/60Hz Max Power Consumption Caution Risk of electric shock Do not open Avis Risque de choc electrique Ne pas ouvrir Achtung Vorm offnen des gerates DVI OUT Netzstecker ziehen DVDI-D allows the transfer of the digital video signal from the DVD player...
Connecting to a Digital TV set with HDMI (DVD89 only) The DVD89 also features a HDMI (High-Definition Multi-media Interface) an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI transfers the digital audio and video signals from the DVD player to the television without the need for Digital to Analogue conversation. This reduces signal loss resulting in the purest transfer of video and audio information.
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85/86/89 DVD player Connection to a 2 Channel Audio System/TV Video Cable Audio Cable Video In Audio In Rear Panel Front Left Speaker Front Right Speaker 80 Series DVD player 11...
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Connecting to a 5.1 Input Audio System Rear Panel Amplifier with 5.1 Audio Input Front Surr Centre The built-in Dolby Digital decoder inside your 80 Series DVD player makes it possible to play discs recorded with Dolby Digital. This is achieved simply by connecting your player to an amplifier and an appropriate home theatre loudspeaker package “5.1”...
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS Switches the unit from Off to On. Allows you to open and close the disc tray to load a disc. The disc will begin loading when the tray is closed. Pressing Play will also close the tray and start the Disc. Plays the disc and pauses play.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS - DVD MENU DISPLAY All of these menus are accessed from the blue Cambridge Logo screen that appears when the DVD player is on with no disc in the tray. Pressing the SETUP button on the remote brings up the DVD menu display. It is accessed by the cursors and select button in the centre of the remote.
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EQ: Adjusts the final effect of the stereo output with a number of optional presets. Soundfield: Adjusts the final effect of the decoder output with a number of surround effects presets. SPDIF output: Switches the digital audio section of the decoder/output between bitstream (Raw) and uncompressed stereo digital out (PCM).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Press the Power switch. 2. Press the Open/Close button. 3. When the disc tray has opened fully, place a disc carefully in the tray with the label side facing up. 4. To close the disc tray, press the OPEN/CLOSE button again. When the tray with a correctly loaded disc is fully closed, the disc will start turning automatically.
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Start the disc as mentioned in the previous chapter. It is often possible to locate the point that you wish to view through the Chapter/Scene Selection on the disc menu that is navigated by the cursor keys. These chapters can be accessed by the skip buttons on the remote or on the front panel of the player.
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The MPEG4 is the standard publicised by MPEG4 (Moving Picture Experts Group). MPEG4 allows video and audio to be compressed to a fraction of its original size. With a scalable bitstream, it can be adapted to dynamically varying requirements. : Discs created using a computer may not be playable in this unit due to the setting of the application software used to create the disc.
CONNECTION TO A PROGRESSIVE SCAN TV/DISPLAY Some televisions and monitors are equipped with component video inputs and are capable of reproducing a progressively scanned video signal. Connecting to these inputs allows you to view higher quality pictures with less flicker. To enable progressive scan via the component output please refer to page 13 under general setup to explain how to access this in the menu.
DISPLAY SETTINGS DVD-Video discs come in several different screen aspect ratios, ranging from TV programs, which are generally 4:3, to CinemaScope widescreen movies, with an aspect ratio of up to about 7:3. Televisions, too, come in different aspect ratios; ‘standard’ 4:3 and widescreen 16:9. If you have a widescreen TV, the TV Screen setting of this player should be set to 16:9 (Wide) When you watch discs recorded in 4:3 format, you can use the TV...
OPERATIONS Pressing the info button brings up the menu shown below: This display may vary due to the formatting and programming of your DVD disc. This enables you to conveniently perform several DVD disc functions of title, chapter, sound, subtitle, angle, title time, chapter time, repeat play and time display.
DVD AUDIO Using MLP lossless from Dolby Laboratories. DVD-Audio discs can store up to six channels of 24-bit/96 kHz audio, including a separate low- frequency bass channel. Compare that to two channels of 16-bit/44.1 kHz sound from CD’s! For stereo buffs, a DVD-Audio disc can alternatively hold two channels of 24-bit/192 kHz audio, exceeding the quality of any music audio format previously available.
85/86/89 DVD player USING THE REMOTE (DVD85) When you have unpacked your remote handset, insert the supplied AAA batteries to activate it. The remote can control all of the standard playback options but is also important in setting up your DVD player as many of the menus are most easily accessed from the remote.
24 80 Series DVD Player USING THE REMOTE (DVD89) When you have unpacked your remote handset, insert the supplied AAA batteries to activate it. The remote can control all of the standard playback options but is also important in setting up your DVD player as many of the menus are most easily accessed from the remote.
TROUBLESHOOTING Ensure the AC power cord is connected securely. Ensure the plug is fully inserted into the wall socket and is switched on. Check fuse in the mains plug or adaptor. Check the disc is not loaded upside down. Check that the disc is not too scratched or dirty. Ensure that the amplifier is set correctly.
(incompatible formats) . Pleases take care when buying discs. Functions on some discs may not work on this unit. This is not a malfunction of the player. Cambridge Audio’s policy is one of continuous improvement. Design and specifications are therefore subject to change without prior notice. 50/60Hz...
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