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  • Page 1 BDP300 Blu-ray Disc player H A N D B O O K ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE 24-BIT DAC POWER...

  • Page 2: Safety Guidelines

    CAUTION ATTENTION RISK OF ELECTRIC RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE SHOCK DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIR safety 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. guidelines WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Audio CDs – is the latest in a long line of award winning home cinema equipment. The design welcome of the FMJ range draws upon all of Arcam’s experience as one of the UK’s most respected audio companies and is built to give you years of trouble-free listening enjoyment.

  • Page 4: Installation

    Arcam’s BDP300 provides class-leading sound quality from Blu-ray Discs, DVD-Video discs and compact discs. The BDP300 has a state-of-the-art Delta-Sigma DAC (Digital-to- Analogue Converter) which provides audiophile sound quality for video installation and audio discs. The BDP300 is supplied with the CR104 ‘universal’ remote control, which is simple to use and can control up to eight audio devices –...
  • Page 5 Zone 1 audio output Coaxial digital output Connect these to your amplifier’s CD (or other Use this socket if you are using an AV receiver with a coaxial digital input. Connect to the line-level) input using suitable high quality USB connection interconnect cables.

  • Page 6: Making Video Connections

    The BDP300 offers a number of alternatives for connecting audio. The connection type to use depends on the rest of monitor, projector, etc.) or AV receiver (such as the Arcam AVR600). your system; chose the type most appropriate to your amplifier.

  • Page 7: The Hdmi Interface

    BDP300 should be shown on the display device. If this your DVI/HDMI equipped display device, is not the case, please check the items listed above for a please contact your Arcam dealer. blank screen. If the noise appears when a copy-protected disc (Blu-ray/DVD) is played, then it is the authentication that is failing.

  • Page 8: Disc & File Formats

    Video file requirements (USB/Disc) MP3/WMA audio file Region coding requirements (USB/Disc) Video file compatibility with your player is limited < Blu-ray Disc players and Blu-ray or DVD Video discs as follows: File extensions: .mp3, .wma are assigned region codes according to the region in <...

  • Page 9: Network Connection

    Network connection Arcam BDP300 BD-Live discs can enable the downloading of extra content from the Internet. To enjoy on-line content, connect the Network socket of the BDP300 to a LAN port on your network router using an Ethernet patch cable (available from a computer supplies retailer).

  • Page 10: Basic Operation

    basic operation ULTRA HIGH PERFORMANCE 24-BIT DAC Introduction Loading a disc Fast play NOTE ‘Basic operation’ explains how to play a Blu-ray Disc Press < on the front panel (or on the handset) Press on the front-panel or remote control to When you press a button, if the unit does not accept and place the disc on the tray, with the playback side play fast forwards or backwards.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    remote control The BDP300 may be supplied with the CR104 universal Notes on batteries: Inserting batteries into the The CR104 complies with Part 15 of the remote control. Incorrect use of batteries can result in hazards < FCC rules remote control such as leakage and bursting.

  • Page 12: The Cr104 Remote

    Navigates to the previous menu. Video function, where available. MUTE Press to skip backwards to the previous track( ) or Press once to mute an Arcam amplifier. Press again (or forwards to the next track ( DIRECT EFFECT BASS volume) to un-mute.

  • Page 13: Playback And Advanced Controls

    Playback and advanced Transport control buttons controls Fast rewind. Starts playback. Pause playback. Press to resume playback. NOTE When paused, pressing advances one frame. Many of these controls are labelled according to activates slow motion playback. SHIFT the functions assigned to other device modes. For Fast forward.

  • Page 14: Useful Information

    CD player. You can use the volume controls on remains off until all keys are released. DAB, Sirius, FM or AM tuner the remote directly to adjust the volume of an Arcam CD mode Locked Unassigned keys – the CR104 ignores any unassigned...

  • Page 15: Code Blink-Back

    Code blink-back Once you have set up your CR104, you can blink back Important! Write your device code down on the Press 9 9 1 . The power LED key blinks your device set-up codes for future reference. right hand side of the page so you can remember twice: * * .

  • Page 16: Advanced Operation

    Soundtrack selection Bonusview and BD-Live Some discs contain multiple audio streams, such as Bonusview and BD-Live are features of the Blu-ray Disc a standard Dolby Digital 5.1 soundtrack and a high format. definition Dolby TrueHD 7.1 surround soundtrack. advanced Bonusview provides Picture in Picture and Virtual The audio stream can be changed during playback.

  • Page 17: Playing Media Files

    Playing media files Picture in Picture (secondary video) The Edit menu NOTE Some Blu-ray discs include secondary video screens Press to select the Edit menu, from which POPUP MENU The BDP300 must have an active Internet < icon is shown on screen when the BDP300 MYMEDIA that can be played back as a small video overlaid in the the following operations are available:...

  • Page 18: Advanced Playback Controls

    Advanced playback controls The following advanced controls are available during disc or file playback (depending on media type): Slow playback Press S followed by & to activate slow motion playback. Press this button combination again to change the playback speed. Speeds of 1/2, 1/4 and 1/8 are available.

  • Page 19: Settings Menus

    Display With the icon highlighted on your display, SETTINGS press O to show the ‘Display’ options. settings menus Display TV Aspect Ratio 16:9 Normal Audio Resolution 1080p Language TV System Network HDMI Color Space Auto System HDMI Deep Color Auto Security HDMI 1080p 24Hz Use cursor keys to highlight menu and...

  • Page 20: Audio

    HDMI Color Space – ‘Color Space’ refers to the number Down Sampling – Set the maximum sample rate of Audio Display TV Aspect Ratio Auto of individual colors that can be displayed on the screen. audio output from the OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL OUT.

  • Page 21: Language

    Default Gateway – Use the cursors to navigate between If you selected Manual, the Network Information screen Language Network segments and use the 0 to 9 keys to enter the opens with the IP Address row highlighted. Press a Internet gateway address. Press O to save the setting. number button to enter the first digit of the IP address, then press to move to the next digit.

  • Page 22: System

    CEC – The Consumer Electronics Control (CEC) option System Information – Highlight this option and press System Security/Parental Control O twice to display system information. is used to allow all supported devices connected by HDMI to work together as a single system. Display Screen Saver 5 Minutes...
  • Page 23 Parental Control – Set whether Parental Control is ‘On’ or ‘Off ’ . Off: All discs are played back. < On: Disc playback is restricted according to the < Parental Level set in the following menu item. Parental Level – Set the degree of disc restriction. The lower the value, the stricter the limitation.

  • Page 24: Trouble Shooting

    trouble- shooting Problem Possible cause Remedy No power The AC input cord is disconnected. Connect cord securely. < < Poor connection at AC wall outlet or the outlet is inactive. Check the outlet using a lamp or another appliance. < <...

  • Page 25: Audio Output Format

    START audio & video output formats Do you use an AV receiver? Use “PCM Stereo” Audio output format The audio output format available from the digital audio outputs depends on the soundtrack format being played, the audio output in use and the Digital Output setting Do you connect audio using Do you connect audio using Use “Bitstream Re-encode”...

  • Page 26: Customising The Cr104

    Code learning until the device key blinks twice: * * . The original function of the CR104 is restored. To use the learned function on the CR104, press To delete a Shifted Learned function: The CR104 comes with a complete library of the Device Mode key, followed by the function To delete a Shifted Learned function, press S before preprogrammed codes.

  • Page 27: Creating Macros

    Creating Macros Volume punch-through Key mover Example: To deassign the Macro associated with the You can program your CR104 to issue a sequence of Volume punch-through means that, no matter which Sometimes you might find that a key you use a lot for commands when you press a single key.

  • Page 28: Mode Mover

    CR104 device DIRECT The power LED blinks twice when being locked, this by preprogramming specific Arcam device codes < mode to the shifted function of the # button on NOTE and blinks four times when being unlocked.

  • Page 29: Mode Key Ir Punch-Through

    Device codes Mode key IR punch-through Command summary The Mode key IR punch-through default is ‘on’ . Key mover Example: To set the Mode key IR punch- The tables that begin on page E-29 (in the final section Direct code setup through to AMP (e.g.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    4 x AAA batteries E&OE NOTE: All specification values are typical unless otherwise stated Continual improvement policy Arcam has a policy of continual improvement for its products. This means that designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. E-30...

  • Page 31: Software Licencing

    the Program with the Program (or with a work based on the GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE (Hereinafter, translation is included without limitation in the Program) on a volume of a storage or distribution medium does term ‘modification’ . ) Each licensee is addressed as ‘you’ . Version 2, June 1991 not bring the other work under the scope of this License.
  • Page 32 the rights granted herein. You are not responsible for enforcing NO WARRANTY Also add information on how to contact you by electronic and compliance by third parties to this License. paper mail. 11. BECAUSE THE PROGRAM IS LICENSED FREE 7. If, as a consequence of a court judgment or allegation of OF CHARGE, THERE IS NO WARRANTY FOR THE If the program is interactive, make it output a short notice like patent infringement or for any other reason (not limited to...

  • Page 33: Product Guarantee

    Pembroke Avenue, Waterbeach, CAMBRIDGE, CB25 9QR, England or via www.arcam.co.uk. Problems? If your Arcam dealer is unable to answer any query regarding this or any other Arcam product please contact Arcam Customer Support at the above address and we will do our best to help you.

  • Page 34: Device Code Tables

    Arcam 0246 0247 Blaupunkt 0225 0230 0357 Cobolt 0921 Domeos 0698 0067 1067 0485 0200 Arçelik 0744 Concorde 0039 Domland 0424 Blauren 0404 Ardem 0744 0516 0663 Condor 0067 0400 0586 Dongda 0039 0294 0067 0586 Blue Sky 0067 1067 0586...
  • Page 35 Ferguson 0067 0139 0655 G-Hanz 1393 Highline 0294 0067 0586 Interbuy 0039 0067 0294 Kneissel 0067 0400 0640 Magnafon 0246 Mitsubishi 0138 0123 0542 0365 0373 0590 0542 0586 0404 0529 0586 0208 0067 0586 Giant 0247 0039 Hinari 0039 0238 0067 Magnavox 0067 0586 0736 0586 0065 0683...
  • Page 36 TV (cont.) Philco 0104 0448 0067 Radiotone 0039 0067 0586 Sansui 0067 0759 0586 Sinudyne 0193 1535 0067 0617 0728 0294 Teletech 0039 0067 0586 0193 0586 0400 0400 0448 0698 0736 0632 0485 0586 0636 0485 0895 0238 0698 1067 0208 0511 0294 1067 0783 1401 1221...
  • Page 37 Ultravox 0404 0246 0193 World-of-Vision 0910 0920 0895 Denko 0102 Hypson 0102 0378 0308 0134 Schaub Lorenz 0134 0030 0136 0067 0586 1319 1328 0907 0382 0030 0067 0345 Denon 0072 Naiko 0672 0378 1247 0510 Unic Line 0067 0586 0503 Schneider 0102 0030 0067 Diamant...
  • Page 38 Alice 1654 Aiwa 0187 1319 0219 Radionette 1664 1323 Tokai 0102 0067 0134 Thule Audio 0187 Tokai 0102 0067 0134 Amstrad 1252 Arcam 0187 Hanseatic 1420 1184 1420 1489 Tokiwa 0102 Traxdata 0656 Tokiwa 0102 Auna 1299 1260 Atoll 0187...
  • Page 39 Brandt 0681 0581 0533 DiViDo 0735 Haaz 0798 0781 Lenoxx 0868 1035 Nevir 0861 0800 0702 Richmond 1263 Broksonic 0725 1449 DK digital 0861 Haier 0873 Lexia 1182 0798 Nexius 0820 Rimax 1181 Bush 0743 0725 0863 DMTECH 0820 1301 Hanseatic 0771 0820 1301 0771 0621 1936...
  • Page 40 DVD (cont.) Trevi 0861 Sky XL 1442 Bush 1314 1656 1702 Edision 1309 1675 1501 1773 Trio 0800 SKY+ 1205 Einhell 0162 0743 1321 0382 0672 TruVision 0887 1481 Skymaster 1364 Elap 0743 1641 1159 Sony 0563 0802 0894 @sat 1330 @sat 1330...
  • Page 41 SAT (cont.) Marantz 0230 peeKTON 1487 0129 0886 1205 Tevion 1702 1364 0743 0877 0917 0741 1439 1597 Maspro 0743 0203 Philips 0129 1144 0883 0163 0230 1702 SKY Deutschland 1144 0753 1206 Thomson 0741 0877 1321 Matsui 1656 0203 1773 Hirschmann 1141 1143 0203 1773 0848 0203...

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