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ENG Electric UNIDISK SC PLAYER User's Manual

1. SURROUND VIDEO CD DVD ReWritable In addition the UNIDISK SC will play most copy protected audio discs and data discs containing MP3 MPEG 2 and JPEG files Important note Whilst every effort has been made to ensure universal compatibility with all approved disc types it is impossible to guarantee full operation of every function of the Linn UNIDISK SC player with every disc that is on sale now or in the future We have tested many of the disc types that are currently available but many discs that are on sale at this time do not conform to the published and accepted formal specifications For this reason we are unable to accept any responsibility for the player being unable to playback any particular disc If you have discs that do not play on the Linn UNIDISK SC which are subsequently found to play on other brands of player then this does not imply that the Linn UNIDISK SC is in any way at fault There are many web sites that display details of discs that have known playback problems and we suggest that you consult with this published data before you make any judgments regarding the Linn UNIDISK SC s playback abilities We welcome the receipt of all suspect discs as this may assist us in ensuring that the Linn UNIDISK SC continues to develop but cannot accept discs from end users on the basis that we have made any warranty about being able to learn how to play them Novelty discs Do not play irregularly shaped discs heart shap
2. dl il Z Repeat disc DO To repeat an entire DVD Video title DVD Audio group or CD e While the disc is playing press SHIFT on the handset then press ALL 1 key within two seconds The front panel display shows ALL When the title group disc is finished playing it will automatically play repeatedly To cancel repeat disc mode e While the disc is playing press SHIFT then press ALL within two seconds UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual 23 LINN English Playing Discs Repeat chapter track DO To repeat a specific chapter track e While the chosen chapter track is playing press SHIFT on the handset then press ONE 2 key within two seconds The front panel display shows ONE When the chapter track is finished playing it will automatically play repeatedly To cancel repeat chapter track mode e While the disc is playing press SHIFT then press ONE within two seconds Repeat section D To repeat a specific section of a disc At the start of the section you wish to repeat press SHIFT on the handset then press A B 3 key within two seconds A appears on the front panel display e Continue playback until you reach the end of the section to repeat e Press SHIFT then A B within two seconds B appears on the front panel display After A B has been pressed for the second time the chosen section automatically plays repeatedly To cancel repeat section mode and
3. 0 Important Fax 49 0 40 890 660 29 e Please keep a copy of the sales receipt to establish the purchase date of the Email info linngmbh de Website www linn co uk product O Please ensure that your equipment is insured by you during any transit or shipment for repair UNIDISK SC PLAYER 35 Owner s Manual LINN
4. Mains plug replacement Should your mains plug need replacing and you are competent to do this proceed as follows If you are in doubt contact your Linn retailer or a competent electrician a Disconnect the plug from the mains supply b Cut off the plug and dispose of it safely A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket c Only fit a 13 amp BS1363A approved plug with a 5 amp fuse d The cable wire colours or a letter will be marked at the connection points of most quality plugs Attach the wires securely to their respective points The Brown wire must go to the Live pin the Blue wire must go to the Neutral pin and the Green Yellow wire must go to the Earth pin e Before replacing the plug top ensure that the cable restraint is holding the outer sheath of the cable firmly and that the wires are correctly connected WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive Directive 2002 96 EC of the European Parliament and of the Council The symbol left is shown on this product It indicates that the product should not be disposed of with regular household waste but should be disposed of separately Electrical and electronic equipment can contain materials that are hazardous to the environment and human health and therefore should be disposed of at a designated waste facility or returned to your retailer for the appropriate recycling to take place se
5. SHIFT on the handset then press INCLUDE 7 key within two seconds The front panel display shows PO1 00 and INC include 2 Use the digit keys to enter the number of the desired file 3 Press enter to store the selection and to move to the next program step 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all files you wish to select 5 Press i to store the program and start playback of the selected files To clear a stored program or cancel include program mode Press SHIFT on the handset then press INCLUDE within two seconds Na UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN Owner s Manual 28 Surround Sound and Audio Modes English Surround Sound and Audio Modes Most DVD Videos have more than one surround sound format contained on the disc The most common formats are DTS Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Stereo Once you have selected a surround sound format via the DVD Video s menu see Using DVD menus in the Playing Discs chapter the UNIDISK SC allows you to further amend the audio mode in order to restrict the number of speakers used if desired The options available are Requires 5 1 channels five full range speakers plus subwoofer As many speakers as are available up to 6 Fronts and centre plus subwoofer if available Fronts and surrounds plus subwoofer if available Fronts only default for audio CD s Fronts plus subwoofer Available only for discs featuring DTS format To cycle through the available audio modes O
6. Service Sa UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN Owner s Manual Introduction English Introduction The UNIDISK SC player is a precision engineered high fidelity audio and video source component with integrated surround sound processing and control designed to facilitate access to all of the latest high definition high quality music and movie formats and deliver superb multi channel playback The UNIDISK SC player features Linn s proprietary SILVER DISK ENGINE technology which unlike the signal processing systems within the majority of multi format players identifies source material and processes signals in their native format CD Super Audio CD DVD Video and DVD Audio are therefore handled independently and optimised with the precise decoding solution for which they were designed making the UNIDISK SC player the only no compromise universal source and control component We believe that the development of a high performance universal solution for all quality disc formats allows us to satisfy your increasingly diverse needs Regardless of which formats the recording and film industries choose to support you may rest assured that the UNIDISK range will remain the benchmark for versatility performance and quality for many years to come Disc types Discs marked with the following logos are compatible with your UNIDISK SC AA SUPER AUDIO CD DIGITAL AUDIO Recordable DIGITAL AUDIO Recordable ReWritable DVD R dts ds Es dese e
7. commands ENABLED received via the IR receiver on the front panel DISABLED to REMOTE OUT Will function even if the IR commands are disabled Na UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN Owner s Manual 32 User Options English Table of user options continued CIN CTN ETA PASS REMOTE IN TO OUT This option will not be available if KNEKT MODE has been set to AUTO MAIN or LOCAL AUTO SOURCE SELECTION This option will not be available if KNEKT MODE has been set to SOURCE SOURCE MEMORY This option will not be available if KNEKT MODE has been set to SOURCE 2 CHANNEL AUDIO 2 CHANNEL LFE RS232 BAUD RATE RS232 EVENTS RS232 STARTUP MESSAGE If set to ENABLED the unit passes RC5 commands received at REMOTE IN to REMOTE OUT If set to ENABLED pressing any disc key gt gt gt etc on the handset or front panel will automatically put the unit into Disc mode If set to ENABLED the unit selects the last used pre amplifier settings for each source If set to DISABLED the same pre amplifier settings are used for all sources Use this option to set whether the unit outputs a two channel select PURE STEREO or a surround encoded multi channel signal select SURROUND ENCODED through the KNEKT SCART and TV OUT sockets Use this option to set whether the unit includes set to INCLUDED or excludes set to EXCLUDED the LFE Low Frequency Effects signal in a two channel downmix that is being
8. each Mainpage menu Example If you wanted to change the language used for displaying a DVD Video menu you would follow these steps e Press enter to return to the Setup Menu Main Page i Stp Menu Main Page _ _ _ _ _ eee a A i gt e From the Setup Menu Main Page use the v key on e e Use the v key to highlight the Exit Setup option Press enter the front panel or handset to move to the Preferences option Progressive Scan en Some changes made in the setup menus will be implemented immediately Others will be implemented after exiting setup ae EC RN Na UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN Owner s Manual 8 Setup Menus English General Setup General Setup OSD Language on screen display language Default setting English Choose the language you want on screen information and menus displayed in General Setup Aspect Ratio Default setting 16 9 Choose the option that matches your display device either 4 3 Letterbox or 16 9 Video Standard If you have already selected the video signal standard for your TV using the DISP display key on the handset see Video Output section at the start of this chapter skip this item gt Native NTSC T NTSC Prim Device Interlaced Out Default setting Native Choose the option that matches the video signal standard accepted by your display device Set to Native if your display device accepts both NTSC and PAL standards Notes If
9. ft Calculate the approximate distance between your seating position and your surround speakers Highlight the 1 5 m 5 ft option Use the Y key on the Test Tone J Y handset or front panel to increase the distance shown up to 9 2 m 30 ft Select the appropriate distance by pressing enter on the handset or front panel Note It is not necessary to set the position for a subwoofer Test Tone For maximum enjoyment of your UNIDISK SC it is important to ensure that the volume level reaching your seating position is the same for each speaker in your system Speaker volume trim is adjusted using the unit s test tone feature When set to On a tone signal is sent to all speakers except a subwoofer starting with the front left and moving in a clockwise direction To perform speaker volume trim e Set Test Tone to On The test tone display appears on the UNIDISK SC s front panel e Wait for the test tone to reach the speaker you wish to adjust your display device and the front panel indicate which speaker the tone is emitting from Repeatedly press or hold VOL on the handset to trim the volume as required Volume trim range is 10 to 10 in 0 5 steps with neutral trim being O A few seconds after the VOL key has been released the test tone will continue its clockwise direction To exit speaker volume trim e Set Test Tone to Off For subwoofer adjustment see Subwoofer trim in Pre amplif
10. in a KNEKT system Keys and functions not listed above do not function with the UNIDISK SC but may with other Linn products Handset modes Pressing a source key DVD CD TUNER TV or AUX on the handset will select that source and will put the handset into the mode of that source The function of the handset keys varies for the different sources so you may find that occasionally when using the handset the UNIDISK SC does not respond as expected This is because the handset and the unit are set to different sources To correct this simply press the DVD key on the handset UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN Owner s Manual Video Output Setup Menus English Standby mode STANDBY To toggle between standby mode and operation mode Using the handset e Press the Y key Using the front panel e Press and hold the gt key Note Pressing any key on the front panel will bring the unit out of standby Video Output In order to set up your UNIDISK SC you must first ensure that the unit is outputting the correct video signal type for your display device To do this e Press and hold DISP display on the handset The current setting for the output video format is shown on the front panel display To change the video format press 4 or gt The options available are PAL NTSC and Native for display devices that accept both PAL and NTSC STANDBY DISP D A Press DISP again The current setting for the video
11. not been included in Include program mode or has been excluded in Exclude program mode see Using program modes to control playback this chapter Replay chapter track DO To replay the current chapter track e Press STORE on the handset or p gt on the front panel The chapter track will play from the beginning 21 UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Playing Discs Locating a particular point on a disc digit keys lt lt gt gt lt gt Fast search forwards and backwards DO To fast search forwards or fast search backwards while a disc is playing e To fast search forwards hold gt on the handset or gt P on the front panel e To fast search backwards hold lt lt on the handset or 4 4 on the front panel Fast scan forwards and backwards D To fast scan forwards or fast scan backwards while a disc is playing e To fast scan forwards at 2x normal speed press on the handset Further presses of gt increase the speed of forwards playback 4x 6x 8x e To fast scan backwards at 2x normal speed press 4 Further presses of increase the speed of reverse playback 4x 6x 8x e Press on the handset or on the front panel to resume normal playback Slow search forwards and backwards DO To perform forwards or reverse playback one frame at a time while a disc is playing Press on the handset or II on the front panel To slow searc
12. output through the KNEKT SCART and TV OUT sockets Sets the baud rate for RS232 control If set to ENABLED the unit passes information regarding the internal status of the unit to an external device that accepts RS232 data If set to ENABLED the unit will output an RS232 start message when the unit is switched on ENABLED DISABLED DISC ENABLED DISC DISABLED ENABLED DISABLED PURE STEREO SURROUND ENCODED INCLUDED EXCLUDED 9600 4800 to 230400 9 settings ENABLED DISABLED ENABLED DISABLED ACCEPTED IGNORED omon CP CHA PLAY COMMAND STOP COMMAND REPEAT COMMAND HI RES SACD DVD A AUDIO SCROLL SACD TEXT If you wish to use a handset other than the one supplied with the unit and the other handset has separate play and pause keys set to PLAY ONLY If you wish to use a handset other than the one supplied with the unit and the other handset has separate stop and eject keys set to STOP ONLY If you wish to use a handset other than the one supplied with the unit and the other handset has only a repeat key set to REPEAT A B ALL If you select REPEAT A B ALL a press and release of the repeat key will act as a REPEAT A B command and a press and hold of the repeat key will act as a REPEAT ALL command This option is for use if you have five full range speakers in your system plus a subwoofer When playing an SACD or DVD Audio and As Mix has been selected as the audio mode
13. pin mini DIN Phono version Component 3x RCA S video 4 pin mini DIN Composite 1x RCA Audio outputs Type Connector Impedance SCART version Unbalanced 6x RCA 2 Vrms 300 Q Pre amp out Line level 2 x RCA Fixed out Digital 1x SPDIF 500 mVp p 75 Q 1x TOSLINK Phono version Unbalanced 6x RCA 2 Vrms Pre amp out Line level 2 x RCA Fixed out Digital Audio inputs Type 1x SPDIF 500 mVp p 1x TOSLINK Connector Impedance SCART version Unbalanced 4x RCA 2 x stereo Unbalanced TV SCART Stereo Unbalanced VCR SCART Stereo Digital 2 x SPDIF 2 x TOSLINK Phono version Unbalanced 4x RCA 2 Vrms Digital 2 x SPDIF 500 mVp p Data and contr Type 2 x TOSLINK Connector Impedance RS232 2 x RJ11 Remote in out 2x RCA For KNEKT use only IR flasher 2 x3 mm jack Accessory socket 1x RJ45 KNEKT control 5 x RJ45 LINN Owner s Manual UNIDISK SC PLAYER 34 Guarantee and Service English Guarantee and Service estoi id Glasgow Road This product is guaranteed under the conditions that apply in the country of purchase old and your statutory rights are not limited In addition to any statutory rights you may agiesnarn have Linn undertake to r
14. scan mode is shown on the front panel display To change the video scan mode press 4 or X The options available are INTERLACED for display devices that accept an interlaced signal and PROGRESSIVE for display devices that accept a progressive signal If your display device accepts both types select PROGRESSIVE as this setting provides better picture quality After a few seconds the front panel display will change to its previous display Setup Menus About the setup menus The on screen setup menus enable you to configure your UNIDISK SC to suit the requirements of your display device the speakers in your AV system and much more It is essential that you use the setup menus to inform the UNIDISK SC about components that it is connected to Please take the time to configure your UNIDISK SC correctly The menus are divided into seven categories General Setup For configuring the general audio and video setup of the unit Speaker Setup For configuring the unit to the number size and position of your loudspeakers Progressive Scan Setup For configuring the progressive outputs on the unit if used HDMI Setup For configuring the HDMI output on the unit if used Video Source Setup For configuring the video output of the unit Audio Setup For configuring the audio output of the unit Preferences For setting up additional features such as subtitles and parental control This category cannot be accessed if there is a disc play
15. the DIRECT setting will bypass the unit s bass redirect circuitry resulting in higher audio quality ONCE Track information on SACDs will scroll once across the front panel display LOOP Track information on SACDs will scroll repeatedly across the front panel display OFF Track information on SACDs will not appear on the front panel display PLAY ONLY PLAY PAUSE STOP ONLY STOP EJECT REPEAT ALL REPEAT A B ALL DIRECT NORMAL CD COMMANDS If an external CD player is connected to the UNIDISK SC and you want the UNIDISK SC to ignore CD handset commands set to IGNORED SCART for SCART version only UNIDISK SC PLAYER 33 Owner s Manual LINN English Technical Specification Technical Specification 100 230 Vac 50 60 Hz Mains voltage Power consumption 40 W approx Physical Weight 4 3 kg Dimensions Type 380 W x 360 D x 80 H mm Video outputs Connector Impedance Notes SCART version Component SCART RGB Composite 1 Vp p 75Q Composite SCART 1 Vp p 75 Q S video 4 pin mini DIN Y lum 1 Vp p C chr 700 mVp p 75Q Phono version Component 3 x RCA YPrPb S video 4 Pin mini DIN Y lum 1 Vp p C chr 700 mVp p Composite 1x RCA 1 Vp p Video inputs Type Connector Impedance Notes SCART version Component SCART S video 4
16. 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 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and at the point where they exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 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 has been 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 Wall or ceiling mounting Mount the apparatus to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer Power sources Connect the apparatus to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or marked on the apparatus Mains plug Use the mains plug to disconnect the apparatus from the mains supply The mains plug must be accessible at all times Use the mains switch if applicable when the apparatus is not in use Power lines An outdoor antenna should be located away from power lines Outdoor antenna grounding If an o
17. 0 240V 50 60Hz ON POWER COMSUMPTION 40W APPROX 2 SPDIF TOSLINK TV SCART Oooooooood DOoooooooDY VCR SCART 0000000000 0000000000 MAIN IN ROOM4 ROOM3 DIGITAL OUT DIGITAL IN WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED Mains input Power switch IR OUT 1 and 2 Infrared flasher connectors Allow the control via the handset of auxiliary devices that accept infrared signals RS232 IN and OUT For operating the unit via a PC or touch screen device REMOTE IN and OUT For installing the unit in a KNEKT system S VIDEO OUT For connection to a display device that accepts an S video signal S VIDEO IN For connection to a VCR with an S video output TV SCART For connection to the SCART socket on a display device This connection carries composite or RGB video and two channel audio VCR SCART For connection to the SCART socket on a VCR HDMI For connection to a display device with an HDMI or DVI HDCP digital input MAIN RX TX Indicate signals being transmitted between products in a KNEKT system ACC Accessory socket For installing the UNIDISK SC in a KNEKT system or for connection to an infrared repeater O MAIN IN ROOM 1 4 For linking products in a KNEKT system O ROOM RX TX Indicate signals being transmitted between products in a KNEKT system O Line output connectors Line outputs for connection to a power amplifier and subwoofer TV OUT Line fixed level for connection to a display device with volume control
18. LINN English Espanol Nederlands AAS UNIDISK SC FP Owner s Manual Important Safety Information English Important Safety Instructions Explanation of symbols used in this manual or on the rear underside of the apparatus This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated A dangerous voltages within the enclosure of sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock A This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operation maintenance and servicing information in the instruction and service manuals For apparatus connected to the mains electricity supply CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL REPLACE THE MAINS FUSE IN THE PLUG WITH ONE OF THE SAME TYPE AND RATING DISCONNECT SUPPLY CORD BEFORE CHANGING FUSE WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT OPEN MAINS PLUGS This apparatus is supplied with a non rewireable mains plug for the intended country Replacement mains leads can be obtained from your Linn retailer Should you need to change the plug please dispose of it carefully A plug with bared conductors is dangerous if engaged in a live socket The Brown wire must be connected to the Live Line supply pin The Blue wire must be connected to the Neutral supply pin The G
19. ORE Replays a chapter track Used in Include and Exclude program modes Q VOL Adjust the volume level O RK mute Mutes unmutes the audio output O TITLE Enters a DVD Video or DVD Audio title menu 2 v lt gt For navigating on screen menus and adjusting settings 11 SETUP Enters exits on screen setup menus O gt play pause Plays or pauses a disc O E4 stop eject Stops a disc Opens closes the disc drawer O 44 Previous chapter track selection 15 gt gt Next chapter track selection AUDIO For selecting audio streams on DVD Videos and DVD Audios and for selecting layers on SACDs SUB T Selects and cycles through available DVD Video subtitles O O Standby Brings unit out of or puts into standby mode Digits 0 9 Shifted functions Numeric keys Access to certain additional functions O SHIFT Allows access to additional function on certain digit keys 96006600 COO AUX For selecting auxiliary input output sources DVD For selecting Disc mode and the main menu screen on DVD Videos and DVD Audios enter Executes a setting has same functionality as SELECT key on front panel RETURN Moves up a layer on DVD Video and DVD Audio menus lt 4 Fast search backwards gt P Fast search forwards gt Fast scan forwards lt 4 Fast scan backwards ZOOM Magnifies screen image ANGLE Selects available viewing positions on DVD Videos KNEKT functions Used if the unit is installed
20. Repeatedly press SURR surround on the handset The audio modes are shown on the front panel display Notes All above audio modes with the exception of DTS Full are available when listening to a CD or an auxiliary source For Dolby Digital stereo discs you must set the Dolby PL option in the setup menus to On see Setup Menus chapter Using Dolby Pro Logic II with CDs You are able to carry out Dolby Pro Logic II processing while listening to a CD To do this O Repeatedly press SURR on the handset until As Mix is shown on the front panel display e Press and hold SURR until Pro Logic II Mode is shown O Repeatedly press SURR to cycle through the available Pro Logic options For details on the use of Dolby Pro Logic II see Dolby PLII Mode and Dolby PLII Control in the Setup Menus chapter 29 Owner s Manual UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN English Pre amplifier Pre amplifier This chapter describes how to operate the UNIDISK SC s pre amplifier AUX DVD SOURCE SOURCE Volume and muting Volume adjustment The volume range is from O to 100 IMPORTANT Please note that excessive volume can damage your hearing and your audio equipment To adjust the volume O Repeatedly press or hold VOL on the handset or O Press and hold H or gt p on the front panel VOLUME 9 PUUERUEA ERATED AANA TTT To exit from the volume display Press DVD on the handset or Wait a
21. SC should be disconnected from the power supply If this is not done you may generate surges which could damage the UNIDISK SC or other components in your AV system UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual E Z Z Front Panel and Handset English Front Panel and Handset Front panel SELECT Disc drawer Front panel display A Opens closes the disc drawer 14 lt Skips searches backwards navigates left in a menu decreases volume bbl gt Skips searches forwards navigates right in a menu increases volume DP SELECT Starts playback selects an item in a menu puts unit into standby brings unit out of standby ll y Pauses playback navigates down in a menu changes source 000000006 E Stops playback navigates up in a menu changes source UNIDISK SC PLAYER 5 Owner s Manual LINN English Front Panel and Handset 3 O nan 0010 OIO ia 0 5 o A TUNE SCAN O 0 Q 00 00 0 0 S OCOL MONO S r AGS 0180 Handset 11 LEDs Indicate when a signal is being transmitted from the handset 2 DISP display Changes the time display on the front panel when playing discs and selects the video output format O GOTO For jumping to a particular chapter track title or time on a disc O SURR surround Selects surround sound formats O ADJUST Accesses the pre amplifier functions ST
22. Video Standard is set to Native you may notice the screen flicker when a DVD Video begins to play This happens when the UNIDISK SC switches from one video signal standard to the other If your display device only accepts one type of standard and a PAL to NTSC or NTSC to PAL conversion is applied you may notice degradation in the picture quality when viewing DVD Videos or DVD Audios that have been recorded in the other standard NTSC Type Generale L For countries that use the NTSC signal standard OSDL Aspect Ratio Default setting North American Video Standard If in the U S A or Canada set to North American Interlaced Out If not in the U S A or Canada set to World Prim Primary Display Device Default setting Interlaced The UNIDISK SC is able to account for the video delay inherent in the processing required for progressive video signals thus ensuring that both video and audio signals are output simultaneously Set this option to suit the main display device in your AV system interlaced Out Colour Level gt Interlaced Progressive HOMI IMPORTANT NOTES HDMI If you wish to use the UNIDISK SC s HDMI output your display device must be HDMI or DVI HDCP compatible No picture will be available on a display device that has a DVI input but is not HDMI or DVI HDCP compatible If the HDMI setting is selected the UNIDISK SC s digital audio outputs SPDIF and TOSLINK will provide stereo only i e
23. ary Display Device in the General Setup Menu see page 9 HDMI Audio Default setting On HDMI setup If you are using the display device s inbuilt Colour Format loudspeakers for audio playback set to On EDO Main Page J This setting will output a stereo digital signal SPDIF to the display device via the HDMI connector If the source material is multi channel a stereo down mix will be provided at the HDMI and SPDIF outputs IMPORTANT when set to On the UNIDISK SC s digital audio outputs SPDIF TOSLINK and HDMI itself will provide stereo only i e digital surround sound will be unavailable on these outputs Analogue outputs are unaffected If you are using the UNIDISK SC s digital outputs to provide surround sound to other devices set to Off Colour Format HDMI setup Default setting RGB HDMI Audio a Select the option that best suits your display device eee i e the one that provides the best picture quality Main Page Different display devices process the colour format signal in different ways so what is best for one device may not be best for another Either consult your display device s user manual or alternatively try each of the available options and select the best one Note some options may not be available depending on the data that is retrieved from the display device s EDID see below LINN UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual 12 Setup Menus English EDID E
24. continue with normal playback e Press SHIFT then press A B within two seconds Shuffle program O This program mode randomizes the order in which tracks on a disc will be played Disc must be stopped before this function can be accessed To shuffle the order in which tracks are played Press SHIFT on the handset then press SHUFFLE 5 key within two seconds The front panel display shows SHF shuffle e Press to start playback To cancel shuffle mode Press O Press SHIFT then press SHUFFLE within two seconds Include program O This program mode allows you to select which tracks you wish to listen to from those available on a disc Disc must be stopped before this function can be accessed To select which tracks are to be played 1 Press SHIFT on the handset then press INCLUDE 7 key within two seconds The front panel display shows PO1 00 and INC include 2 Use the digit keys to enter the number of the desired track 3 Press STORE to store the selection and to move to the next program step LINN UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual 24 Playing Discs English 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all tracks you wish to select 5 Press MY to store the program and start playback of the selected tracks To clear a stored program or cancel include program mode e Press SHIFT on the handset then press INCLUDE within two seconds Note Up to 99 program steps can be stored Exc
25. crease the level of trim repeatedly press or hold p on the handset e To decrease the level of trim repeatedly press or hold 4 To exit subwoofer trim adjustment Press DVD on the handset or O Wait a few seconds for the display to change to the disc display Balance adjustment This function allows you to shift the balance between the left and right speakers Balance range is from 10 increments to the left to 10 increments to the right with neutral balance being O To shift the balance setting O Repeatedly press ADJUST on the handset until the front panel shows the balance display ERLANTE i SS TN gt e To shift the balance to the right repeatedly press or hold p on the handset e To shift the balance to the left repeatedly press or hold 4 To exit balance adjustment Press DVD on the handset or O Wait a few seconds for the display to change to the disc display Auxiliary source selection To select an auxiliary source O Repeatedly press AUX on the handset to cycle through the auxiliary inputs or e Press and hold or m on the front panel To return to Disc mode Press DVD on the handset Handset modes Pressing a source key DVD CD TUNER TV or AUX on the handset will select that source and will put the handset into the mode of that source The function of the handset keys varies for the different sources so you may find that occasionally when using the handset the UNIDISK SC do
26. d to the UNIDISK SC s DIG 3 input you would want to set DIG 3 Video to Pass through UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Setup Menus Audio Setup SPDIF Out Digital outputs only Default setting Off If you are not using the UNIDISK SC s digital audio outputs set to Off If any of the UNIDISK SC s digital outputs are connected to a Linn system controller other external audio decoder or other device set to Raw If you are recording to an external digital source e g DAT player set to LtRt PCM Pro Logic If Cati Audio Setup LPCM 48k o LPCM Out Digital outputs only Default setting LPCM 96K If any of the UNIDISK SC s digital outputs are connected to a Linn system controller or any other processor which accepts a sampling rate of 96 kHz set to LPCM 96K If the external processor does not accept a sampling rate of 96 kHz set to LPCM 48K Pro Logic il Cntl Notes Even when set to LPCM 96K some discs will only output at the lower rate of 48 kHz DVD Video discs with CSS copy protection and have been recorded at a sample rate of 96 kHz will always output audio through the digital outputs at 48 kHz DVD Video discs without CSS copy protection will output at up to 96 kHz Audio signals from Super Audio CDs and DVD Audio discs are output as analogue only There is no output for these disc types from the digital connectors Dual Mono Analogue and digital outpu
27. digital surround sound will be unavailable on these outputs Analogue outputs are unaffected To restore digital surround sound to these outputs access HDMI Setup see page 12 and set HDMI Audio to Off Interlaced Out this item is not availalble on the Phono version Default setting RGB Select the video output signal accepted by your display device If your display device accepts both RGB and YPrPb signals set to YPrPb as it usually provides better picture quality Colour Level Picture Mode LINN UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual English Setup Menus Colour Level applies to the YPrPb outputs on LOU census Screen Saver the Phono version only Default setting On Default setting Standard If an image is paused on your display device for too The Colour Level option adjusts the amount of colour AAAS Oui EI long damage to the screen can result Setting to On information sent to your display device enables a screen saver a blank screen after three gt If you want the UNIDISK SC to determine the setting Picture wode J D minutes based on the video format of the disc being played set Press enter to remove the screen saver to Auto If your display device accepts a 1 V peak to peak input set to High If your display device accepts a 0 7 V peak to peak input set to Standard Spea ker Setup Picture Mode orase o Front Perault setting Auto Default setting Large C
28. dset Handset modes Standby mode Video Output Setup Menus About the setup menus General Setup Speaker Setup Progressive Scan Setup HDMI Setup Video Source Setup Audio Setup Preferences Playing Discs First of all Front panel symbols Displayed disc information Basic operation Playing Super Audio CDs Locating titles groups chapters tracks on a disc Direct title group selection Next and previous chapter track selection Direct chapter track selection Direct track selection Replay chapter track ONN NN AOOO WU KRWNNNN 1 ae DERUNNO N NN aa NNNNGO000R00 MW Locating a particular point on a disc Fast search forwards and backwards Fast scan forwards and backwards Slow search forwards and backwards Slow scan forwards and backwards Direct time selection Using program modes to control playback Repeat disc Repeat chapter track Repeat section Shuffle program Include program Exclude program Using DVD Video and DVD Audio menus Further playback options for DVD Videos and DVD Audios Language or audio stream selection Subtitles Angle selection Zoom and pan Additional information on Video CDs and Super VCDs Additional file formats Replay file Shuffle program Include program Surround Sound and Audio Modes Pre amplifier Volume and muting Trim adjustment Balance adjustment Auxiliary source selection User Options Changing the user options settings Table of user options Technical Specification Guarantee and
29. e folder then press enter To play view an item highlight the item then press enter To skip forwards backwards through items press bl 4 To fast search forwards backwards while an MP3 or MPEG 2 file is playing press and hold gt 44 e To stop playing viewing an item press 27 UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Playing Discs Note If Disc Nav in the setup menus is set to No Menu a data disc inserted into the UNIDISK SC will play from the first item of the first folder when you press enter The PPI 44 1 4 keys will function as above Replay file To replay an MP3 file e While the file is playing press SHIFT on the handset then press ONE 2 key within two seconds The front panel display shows ONE When the file is finished playing it will automatically play repeatedly To cancel replay file mode Press SHIFT then press ONE within two seconds Shuffle program To shuffle the order in which files in a folder play e While the first file is playing press SHIFT on the handset then press SHUFFLE 5 key within two seconds The front panel display shows SHF shuffle e Press to start playback To cancel shuffle mode Press SHIFT then press SHUFFLE within two seconds Include program This mode allows you to select which files you wish to listen to view from those available in a folder To select which files are to be played 1 Press
30. e www linn co uk for further information If you wish to dispose of this product and the product still functions please consider recycling reusing it by donating it to a charity shop selling it or part exchanging it with your retailer CE Declaration of Conformity Linn Products Ltd declare that this product is in conformance with the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and Electromagnetic Compatibility 89 336 EEC as amended by 92 31 EEC and 93 68 EEC The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive number 73 23 EEC LVD is proved by full compliance with the following standards Standard number Date of issue Test type EN60065 2002 General requirements Marking Hazardous radiation Heating under normal conditions Shock hazards under normal operating conditions Insulation requirements Fault conditions Mechanical strength Parts connected to the mains supply Components Terminal devices External flexible cords Electrical connections and mechanical fixings Protection against electric shock Stability and mechanical hazards Resistance to fire The conformity of the designated product with the provisions of Directive number 89 336 EEC EMC is proved by full compliance with the following standards Date of issue Standard number Test type EN55013 2001 Conducted emissions EN55013 2001 Absorbed emissions EN55020 2002 Immunity FCC notice NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with t
31. earch forwards AH Fast search backwards lH Slow search forwards AH Slow search backwards E gt Fast scan forwards Al Fast scan backwards E Slow scan forwards al Slow scan backwards Displayed disc information The front panel display and your display device show information relating to the current disc Repeated presses of DISP display on the handset changes the information shown in the following sequence Chapter track elapsed Chapter track remaining Title disc elapsed Title disc remaining Track name SACDs only If you wish to remove the time display from your display device repeatedly press and release DISP until it is not shown Additional disc information is displayed on the front panel display to the left and right of the time information DVD Video DVD Audio Left of time display Current title group number Right of time display Current chapter track number CD SACD Left of time display Total number of tracks Right of time display Current track number A note on Super Audio CDs SACDs show disc and track information on your display device The amount of information shown varies from disc to disc Icons used in this chapter The function is for use with DVD Video DVD Audio DVD R DVD RW DVD R and DVD RW discs The function is for use with CD Super Audio CD CD R and CD RW discs The function is for use with Video CD and Super VCD discs Features or instructions specific to a particular d
32. ed business card size etc in the UNIDISK SC as they may damage the player Audio outputs The audio outputs for compatible disc types are as follows Disc type Super Audio CD None DVD Video As mix Dolby Surround or DTS Digital Analogue As mix Stereo downmix As mix Stereo downmix As mix Stereo downmix Means as many audio channels as are present in the source material Means that multi channel source material can be downmixed to two channels Stereo Dolby PL II surround encoding Stereo Dolby PL II surround encoding As mix Stereo downmix Cleaning Disconnect the UNIDISK SC from the power supply before cleaning Remove dust and fingerprints with a soft dry cloth Avoid using domestic cleaning products on the unit UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Connecting Connecting This chapter explains how to install the UNIDISK SC player into your hi fi AV system Note In this manual display device refers to plasma screens projectors projection TVs monitors LCD TVs and televisions Unpacking The UNIDISK SC is supplied with the following accessories luminescent handset with booklet 2 x RO3 AAA batteries for the handset mains lead 1 pair of black interconnect cables e this manual We recommend that you retain all packaging in case you need to transport the UNIDISK SC at a later date Voltage selection The UNIDISK SC contains an a
33. ee opposite Movie This mode is recommended for when watching DVD Videos Matrix Matrix mode can be used to enhance mono signals e g AM radio broadcasts by making them seem larger Dolby PL II Cntl control If you have selected Music in the Dolby PL II Mode menu then you are able to enter the Pro Logic Il Cnt menus Highlighting Dolby PL II Cnt and pressing enter reveals the first Dolby PL II Cnt screen Dimension Pro Logic fi Cati Dimension f 3 cue _ Centre Width 1 Audio Setup j 1 2 3 Default setting O The Dimension control allows you to shift the balance between the front and surround speakers Positive values move the sound towards the front negative values towards the surrounds If a recording is too spacious or strong from the surround speakers it can be shifted forward to get a better balance A stereo recording can be shifted backward to make the sound more enveloping Pro Logic il Cnt Dimension Panorama p 5 J Centre Width J Audio Setup Panorama Default setting Off If set to On the Panorama control extends the audio signal from the front left and right speakers to include the surround left and right speakers This will add a wraparound effect to the sound Pro Logic Il Catu Dimension A Panorama ti gt Audio Setup Centre Width Default setting O This control allows adjustment of the audio signal between the centre spea
34. emented Defaults To configure the setup menus to the original factory settings highlight Reset and press enter Disc Nav navigation This menu is for use with data discs containing MP3 JPEG or MPEG 2 files Default setting With Menu See Additional file formats in the Playing Discs chapter UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual 16 English Playing Discs Playing Discs This chapter describes how to play discs on the UNIDISK SC and explains various features and user functions First of all 1 Turn on your display device and tune it to the UNIDISK SC s video output signal 2 Mute any audio output from your display device 3 Press DVD on the handset This puts the handset into Disc mode The handset must be in Disc mode for operating your UNIDISK SC If you are going to listen to a CD or Super Audio CD you do not need to use your display device Notes Due to variations in functionality on the various disc formats features mentioned in this section may not be available on certain discs If you enter a command using the handset or front panel you may see a W symbol appear on your display device This symbol means the command is not allowed or that you must wait for the current title chapter to finish before entering the command Front panel symbols Key to symbols shown on the front panel display Fk Play Il Pause M stop HH Skip to next chapter track HH Skip to previous chapter track Me Fast s
35. engineering or disassembly is prohibited The content of this manual is furnished for information use only is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Linn Products Limited Linn Products Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual Linn Products Limited disclaims any proprietary interest in trade marks and trade names other than its own Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right to distribute content created with this product in revenue generating broadcast systems terrestrial satellite cable and or other distribution channels streaming applications via Internet intranets and or other networks other content distribution systems pay audio or audio on demand applications and the like or on physical media compact discs digital versatile discs semiconductor chips hard drives memory cards and the like An independent license for such use is required For details please visit http mp3licensing com MPEG Layer 3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson UK Registered Design No 3021660 UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Contents Contents Introduction Disc types Audio outputs Cleaning Connecting Unpacking Voltage selection Positioning Back panel SCART version Back panel Phono version Front Panel and Handset Front panel Han
36. eplace any parts that have failed due to faulty manufacture Glasgow G76 OEQ To help us please ask your Linn retailer about the Linn warranty scheme in operation in Scouandr UK your country Phone 44 0 141 307 7777 Fax 44 0 141 644 4262 In parts of Europe the United States of America and some other markets extended Helpline 0500 888909 warranty may be available to customers who register their purchase with Linn Email helpline linn co uk A warranty registration card is included with the product and should be stamped by your Website www linn co uk retailer and returned to Linn as soon as possible Alternatively register online at www linn co uk Linn Incorporated 8787 Perimeter Park Boulevard Jacksonville Warning FL 32216 Unauthorised servicing or dismantling of the product invalidates the manufacturer s USA warranty There are no user serviceable parts inside the product and all enquiries relatado product servicing should be a to aikoi cen retailers Se Phone 1 904 645 5242 Fax 1 904 645 7275 Helpline 888 671 LINN Technical support and information Email nenes Ie com Website www linninc com For technical support product queries and information please contact either your local retailer or one of the Linn offices opposite Linn Deutschland GmbH H hnerposten 1d Full details of your local retailer distributor can be found on the Linn website D 20097 Hamburg www linn co uk Germany Phone 49 0 40 890 660
37. es not respond as expected This is because the handset and the unit are set to different sources To correct this simply press the DVD key on the handset UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English User Options User Options This chapter explains how you can configure certain functions of the UNIDISK SC to suit your own requirements Changing the user options settings UNIDISK sc To access the user options e Put unit into standby mode e Hold A on the front panel until the display shows User Options To change the user options settings O Repeatedly press or hold A or y on the handset or front panel to select the required user option e Repeatedly press or hold gt or 4 to change the setting of the user option To restore a user option to its default value e Select the required user option O Press enter on the handset or A on the front panel To save settings and exit the user options e Press on the handset or gt on the front panel Table of user options The following table shows the UNIDISK SC s user options describes them and lists the available settings for each Default settings are shown in bold and are marked with a x on the front panel display option Description Settings DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS SLEEP DISPLAY DELAY FRONT PANEL IR COMMANDS ACC SOCKET MODE Allows adjustment to the brightness of the AUTO front panel display When
38. few seconds for the display to revert to the disc display Mute and unmute To mute or unmute the audio O Press aK Trim adjustment Centre speaker trim If you use a centre speaker as part of your AV system you may find that you want to adjust the volume level of the centre speaker without affecting any of the other speakers This is achieved by adjusting the centre speaker trim Centre speaker trim range is 10 to 10 with neutral trim being O To adjust the level of centre speaker trim e Repeatedly press ADJUST on the handset until the front panel shows the centre speaker trim display CENTRE TRIM e To increase the level of trim repeatedly press or hold p on the handset e To decrease the level of trim repeatedly press or hold 4 To exit centre speaker trim adjustment O Press DVD on the handset or Wait a few seconds for the display to change to the disc display LINN UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual Pre amplifier English Subwoofer trim If you use a subwoofer speaker as part of your AV system you may find that you want to adjust the volume level of the subwoofer without affecting any of the other speakers This is achieved by adjusting the subwoofer trim Subwoofer trim range is 10 to 10 with neutral trim being O To adjust the level of subwoofer trim Repeatedly press ADJUST on the handset until the front panel shows the subwoofer trim display SUBWOOFER TRIM e To in
39. ge or audio stream selection To cycle through the available language or audio stream options O Repeatedly press AUDIO on the handset Subtitles To access available subtitles or remove them from the screen O Repeatedly press SUB T on the handset Angle selection Certain DVD Videos allow you to view the same scene from more than one viewpoint To perform angle selection O Press ANGLE on the handset The next available angle will be selected Further presses of ANGLE select subsequent angles Note The Sk symbol will appear on your display device to inform you when a multi angle portion of a DVD Video is being played provided Angle Mark in the setup menus is set to On see Setup Menus chapter Zoom and pan DO Zoom allows you to view a picture at different levels of magnification Pan allows you to move left and right or up and down across a zoomed picture To perform zoom while a disc is playing or paused e Press ZOOM on the handset The picture changes to the next level of magnification 1 5x normal view and ZOOM 1 5 is shown on the display device Further presses of ZOOM select greater levels of magnification 2x 3x Another press of ZOOM returns the picture to normal view To perform pan on a zoomed picture e Repeatedly press or hold aA v lt b on the handset Sa UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN Owner s Manual 26 Playing Discs English Additional information on Video CDs and Super VCDs Ten d
40. glish Set to your preferred DVD Video menu language This option is only effective for DVD Videos which contain a multi language disc menu For languages other than the ones shown highlight Others and press enter Using the digit keys on the handset enter the four digit code for the desired language Language codes are available at www linn co uk Regardless of the language selected languages available when watching a DVD are dependent on the disc being played LINN Preferences Page Audio Subtitles Parental Password Defaults Disc Nav Vv gt To set or change parental control e Highlight the desired age restriction level and press enter The password verify page appears e Key in a four digit password using the number keys on the handset the factory set password is 3308 e When prompted on screen press enter e Exit setup to implement change If a DVD Video does not contain the required data the parental control feature will not function Password Preferences Page Default password 3308 ame Dise Menu To set or change your four digit password Parental e Highlight Change and press enter The password change page appears Vv e Key in your old password using the number keys on the handset e Key in your new password then confirm your new password When prompted on screen press enter Your new password will now be impl
41. h Surround Default setting Large Choose the option that best suits the speakers in your system Large surround speakers full range frequency response set to Large Small surround speakers limited bass response set to Small No surround speaker set to Off Subwoofer Default setting On If you have connected a subwoofer set to On If you have not connected a subwoofer set to Off The next menus allow speaker distances to be described to the UNIDISK SC so that the unit can add time delays to certain speakers This ensures the sound from all the speakers reaches your seating position at the same time Front Posn position Default setting 1 5 m 5 ft Calculate the approximate distance between your seating position and your front speakers Highlight the 1 5 m 5 ft option then use the Y key on the handset or front panel to increase the distance shown up to 9 2 m 30 ft Select the appropriate distance by pressing enter on the handset or front panel Centre Posn position Default setting 1 5 m 5 ft Calculate the approximate distance between your seating position and your centre speaker Highlight the 1 5 m 5 ft option then use the Y key on the handset or front panel to increase the distance shown up to 9 2 m 30 ft Select the appropriate distance by pressing enter on the handset or front panel Surround Posn position pq ae Sore Pt Default setting 1 5 m 5
42. h forwards repeatedly press or hold gt on the handset or P on the front panel To slow search backwards repeatedly press or hold 44 on the handset or lt on the front panel Press 4 on the handset or p gt on the front panel to resume normal playback Slow scan forwards and backwards DO To perform slow scan forwards or slow scan reverse playback while a disc is playing e Press MY on the handset e To slow scan forwards at 1 2 normal speed press gt Further presses of gt decrease the speed of forwards playback 1 4 1 6 1 8 e To slow scan backwards at 1 2 normal speed press 4 Further presses of decrease the speed of reverse playback 1 4 1 6 1 8 e Press M to resume normal playback UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN 22 Playing Discs English Direct time selection mM To directly access a specific point on a DVD Video DVD Audio while a chapter track is playing e Press GOTO on the handset On your display device the digits showing the current chapter track are highlighted e Press GOTO again e Enter the desired time using the digit keys The time must be input as a six figure number The entered time is shown on the display device Press enter Example To access the point 1 hour 15 minutes and 32 seconds into playback press O 1 1 5 3 2 Using program modes to control playback ALL ONE A B EXCLUDE INCLUDE digit keys STORE SHUFFLE SHIFT
43. he UNIDISK SC has accepted the command D When the unit has selected the requested format playback will begin To directly access a title group on a DVD Video or DVD Audio while the menu page is showing or the disc is playing Press GOTO on the handset On your display device the digits showing the current chapter track are highlighted e Press 4 on the handset to highlight the current title group e Enter the number of the title group to be selected using the digit keys on the handset O Press enter Na UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN Owner s Manual 20 Playing Discs English Next and previous chapter track selection DO To skip forwards or backwards through the chapters tracks of a disc e To skip forwards repeatedly press gt gt on the handset or front panel e To skip backwards repeatedly press 44 Direct chapter track selection To directly access a specific chapter track on a DVD Video or DVD Audio while a chapter track is playing Press GOTO on the handset On your display device the digits showing the current chapter track are highlighted O Enter the number of the chapter track to be selected using the digit keys Press enter Direct track selection To play a particular track e Enter the track number using the digit keys on the handset O Press enter or wait for a few seconds and the track will be selected automatically Note A track cannot be selected if it has
44. he 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 UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN Copyright and Acknowledgements English Copyright and Acknowledgements Copyright 2004 Linn Products Ltd First edition April 2004 Linn Products Limited Glasgow Road Waterfoot Eaglesham Glasgow G76 OEQ Scotland United Kingdom All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical
45. hoose the option that best suits the speakers in your system Due to the process of converting movies shot on film into the digital format recorded onto DVD Videos flickering of images can occur on a display device Large front speakers full range frequency response The UNIDISK SC offers two methods of eliminating this set to Large effect High Res and Non Flicker As the correct Small front speakers limited bass response method is dependent on each DVD Video we suggest set to Small you choose the Auto setting which will allow the Note UNIDISK SC to select the best method for each disc The setting you choose for your front speakers determines the options available for other speakers Angle Mark Default setting Off Centre er Setup Pi Default setting Large Choose the option that best suits the speaker in your system If set to On the max symbol appears on your display device to inform you when a multi angle portion of a DVD Video is being played The number of available camera angles is displayed next to the symbol Large centre speaker full range frequency response set to Large Small centre speaker limited bass response set to Small No centre speaker set to Off Closed Captions Default setting Off Set to On to view Closed Captions for the deaf and hard of hearing that might be available on a DVD Video Na UNIDISK SC PLAYER LINN Owner s Manual 10 Setup Menus Englis
46. ier chapter You can do this by ear or by using a Sound Pressure Level meter UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Setup Menus Progressive Scan Setup The two items below refer to the UNIDISK SC s component outputs i e the TV SCART output on the SCART version the YPrPb outputs on the Phono version whether they are outputting an interlaced or progressive signal Dither Progressive Scan Setup Default setting Off TT gt On Video Detection OM On display devices with limited colour depth e g LCD Main Page panels bands of colour shade may be seen rather than smooth transitions in colour shade Setting to On reduces such colour banding Video Detection Progressive Scan Setup Default setting Auto The setting for this option is dependent on the method that was used to record the original video source material If the source material was recorded on film e g most movies set to Progressive If the source material was recorded on video tape e g most television programmes set to Interlaced If you want the UNIDISK SC to determine the setting based on the information contained on the disc being played set to Auto Note You may sometimes find that when set to Auto the screen image flickers In this case choose whichever of the other two settings provides the better picture HDMI Setup Note this menu will only take effect when HDMI has been selected as the Prim
47. igit keys DVD enter Video CDs and Super VCDs may feature PBC Playback Control PBC allows additional control over playback functionality PBC can be turned on or off to suit your requirements If PBC is on you will be able to pause the disc and skip forwards or backwards through tracks Additionally with Super VCDs a menu showing the contents of the disc will appear on your display device To play a specific track press the appropriate digit key then press enter If PBC is off such functionality may not be available To turn PBC on or off Press DVD on the handset Additional file formats ONE SHUFFLE digit keys INCLUDE SHIFT DVD A V D 4 enter dl lle A The following file formats if recorded on data discs are playable viewable on the UNIDISK SC MP3 JPEG MPEG 2 To play view such files e Turn on your display device and tune it to the UNIDISK SC s video output signal e ifthe handset is not in Disc mode press DVD O Insert the data disc into the UNIDISK SC After a few seconds the Disc Navigation screen appears on your display device which shows the folder structure of the disc Note To view the contents of the data disc Disc Nav in the Preferences section of the setup menus must be set to With Menu see Setup Menus chapter Follow the instructions below e To navigate between sections folders or items use 4 w 4 gt on the handset To view the contents of a folder highlight th
48. ing in the unit Note The setup menus can be accessed when a disc is playing in the unit bar the Preferences menus see above unless the disc is a DVD Audio UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Setup Menus O Press enter on the front panel or SELECT on the NERS TC E SELECT handset The Preferences menu is displayed Srey E Menu Parental Password ese Defaults an Disc Nav A WD lt v a enter SETUP e Use the v key to move to the Disc Menu option Preferences Pags __ The language options are displayed Aud M Eni i French Disc Menu gt To access the setup menus Ensure your display device is on and tuned to the e Use the gt key to move to the first language option s lerentes Page UNIDISK SC s video output signal Press SETUP on the handset Your display device Use the w key to move to the desired language screen shows the Setup Menu Main Page Ext j soe enter or SELECT to select the highlighted Det P i Others To navigate the setup menus and make a selection i Preti Page e Use the 4 v 4 gt keys on the front panel or handset to move around the To exit from the setup menus E menus e Press SETUP on the handset Dia Mana Parental or s Press enter on the handset or SELECT on the front panel to select an option e Use the v key on the handset or front panel to Dise Nav highlight the Main Page option at the bottom of
49. isc format are specified LINN UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual Playing Discs English Basic operation Ensure your UNIDISK SC is in Disc mode see First of all at the beginning of this chapter To play a disc e Press on the handset or A on the front panel O Insert a disc with the playback side facing down e Press on the handset or on the front panel The disc drawer closes and playback begins automatically Notes The disc drawer can be closed by nudging it In this instance CDs DVD Video discs Video CDs and some DVD Audio discs will begin playback automatically Other disc types will not If the disc is a DVD Video DVD Audio Video CD or Super VCD a menu may appear on your display device see Using DVD Video and DVD Audio menus this chapter Be careful not to scratch the playback surface of your discs as this can affect their performance Be particularly careful with DVD Videos Certain types of disc may take up to 15 seconds before they begin playing To pause a disc e Press MY on the handset or II on the front panel e To resume playback press Y or again To stop playback e Press Yi on the handset or W on the front panel To remove a disc using the handset e Press and hold J until the disc drawer opens e Remove the disc then press M4 or nudge the disc drawer to close using the front panel Press A e Remove the disc then press A or nudge the disc d
50. ker and front left and right speakers If set to O all of the audio signal for the centre channel is sent to the centre speaker If set between 1 and 6 a lesser to greater portion of the centre channel signal is also sent to the left and right front speakers If set to 7 all of the centre channel signal is split evenly between the front left and right speakers alo jun a jo ru To exit Dolby PL II Cntl e Select Audio Setup and press enter LINN UNIDISK SC PLAYER 15 Owner s Manual English Setup Menus Preferences Parental Preferences Page This category cannot be accessed if there is a disc playing in the unit This menu allows you to program the UNIDISK SC with an age restriction level for DVD Videos Disc Mena io Password Audie SSS Default setting Adult Defaults Default setting English Dise Nav v Set to your preferred audio language For languages other than the ones shown highlight Others and press enter Using the digit keys on the handset enter the four digit code for the desired language Language codes are available at www linn co uk Subtitles Default setting English Set to your preferred subtitle language For languages other than the ones shown highlight Others and press enter Using the digit keys on the handset enter the four digit code for the desired language Language codes are available at www linn co uk Disc Menu Default setting En
51. lude program O This program mode allows you to exclude tracks from those available on a disc Those remaining can then be played back Disc must be stopped before this function can be accessed To select which tracks are to be excluded 1 Press SHIFT on the handset then press EXCLUDE 8 key within two seconds The front panel display shows PO1 00 and EXC exclude 2 Use the digit keys to enter the number of the track you wish to exclude 3 Press STORE to store the selection and to move to the next program step 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all tracks you wish to exclude 5 Press M to store the program and start playback of the remaining tracks To clear a stored program or cancel exclude program mode e Press SHIFT then press EXCLUDE within two seconds Using DVD Video and DVD Audio menus mM TITLE A V Db lt enter Most DVD Video and DVD Audio discs have one or more menus that allows you to select which part of the disc you wish to play or feature you wish to view or alter To navigate menus e Press TITLE on the handset The menu appears on your display device screen e Use 4 v 4 to select the desired title feature O Press enter For certain DVD Videos and DVD Audios it will be the DVD key UNIDISK SC PLAYER 25 Owner s Manual LINN English Playing Discs Further playback options for DVD Videos and DVD Audios wm A Wb lt AUDIO SUB 1 ANGLE ZOOM Langua
52. o inputs and outputs CVBS IN and OUT Composite video input and output HDMI For connection to a display device with an HDMI or DVI HDCP digital input MAIN RX TX Indicate signals being transmitted between products in a KNEKT system ACC Accessory socket For installing the UNIDISK SC in a KNEKT system or for connection to an infrared repeater MAIN IN ROOM 1 4 For linking products in a KNEKT system 886000000 9000 O O R IN TV LIN TV RINVCR LINVCR MAININ ROOM4 ROOM3 WARNING THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED SURR FRONT ROOM RX TX Indicate signals being transmitted between products in a KNEKT system Line output connectors Line outputs for connection to a power amplifier and subwoofer TV OUT Line fixed level for connection to a display device with volume controls or to an external pre amplifier AUX 1 and 2 Analogue inputs for auxiliary sources R IN TV LIN TV For connection to a television s audio outputs R IN VCR LIN VCR For connection to a VCR s audio outputs DIGITAL IN 1 4 Two SPDIF electrical and two TOSLINK optical digital inputs for auxiliary sources DIGITAL OUT SPDIF and TOSLINK For connection to devices with digital inputs Note Audio signals from Super Audio CDs and DVD Audio discs are output as analogue only There is no output for these disc types from the digital connectors A Before connecting or disconnecting any of the plugs on the back panel the UNIDISK
53. photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of the publisher Printed in the United Kingdom Trade marks used in this publication Linn and the Linn logo are registered trade marks of Linn Products Limited UNIDISK SILVER DISK ENGINE CLASSIK INTERSEKT and KNEKT are trade marks of Linn Products Limited DVD Logo is a trade mark of DVD Format Logo Licensing Corporation DTS and DTS Digital Surround are registered trade marks of Digital Theater Systems Inc Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trade marks of Dolby Laboratories CONSUMERS SHOULD NOTE THAT NOT ALL HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION SETS ARE FULLY COMPATIBLE WITH THIS PRODUCT AND MAY CAUSE ARTIFACTS TO BE DISPLAYED IN THE PICTURE IN CASE OF 525 OR 625 PROGRESSIVE SCAN PICTURE PROBLEMS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE USER SWITCH THE CONNECTION TO THE STANDARD DEFINITION OUTPUT IF THERE ARE QUESTIONS REGARDING TV SET COMPATIBILITY WITH THIS MODEL CONTACT YOUR RETAILER This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse
54. rawer to close Note If the drawer is left open it will close automatically after two minutes If the disc is a Video CD or Super VCD and PBC is turned on see Additional information on Video CDs and Super VCDs this chapter press and hold YA on the handset or W on the front panel 19 UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Playing Discs Playing Super Audio CDs Locating titles groups chapters tracks on a disc SACDs can contain up to three separate areas each of which features a different audio format The three formats in order of audio quality from highest to lowest are SACD Multi 5 1 channels of high quality audio SACD Stereo 2 channels of high quality audio GOTO and CD Stereo 2 channels of standard CD audio digit keys When an SACD is inserted into the UNIDISK SC the unit will default to the format that was selected the last time an SACD was played If that area is not present on the current disc the unit will select the best format available lt You are able to select which audio format you wish to listen to from those available ene To do this 4 bol e If the disc is playing press on the handset or M on the front panel de oH O Repeatedly press AUDIO on the handset until the desired format is shown on the front panel display Direct title group selection e Press on the handset or gt on the front panel The gt symbol on the front panel display will flash to show that t
55. reen Yellow wire must be connected to the Earth Ground supply pin Please contact your retailer or a competent electrician if you are in any doubt A Refer to the rear or underside of the product for fuse and power consumption information GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS nappr e 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use the apparatus near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement near a swimming pool etc Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Site the apparatus so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation For example the apparatus should not be situated on a bed sofa rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings or placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding type plug A polarised 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
56. s or to an external pre amplifier AUX 1 and 2 Analogue inputs for auxiliary sources O DIGITAL IN 1 4 Two SPDIF electrical and two TOSLINK optical digital inputs for auxiliary sources 19 DIGITAL OUT SPDIF and TOSLINK For connection to devices with digital inputs Note Audio signals from Super Audio CDs and DVD Audio discs are output as analogue only There is no output for these disc types from the digital connectors Before connecting or disconnecting any of the plugs on the back panel the A UNIDISK SC should be disconnected from the power supply If this is not done you may generate surges which could damage the UNIDISK SC or other components in your AV system UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN English Connecting Back panel Phono version OFF AUTO RANGING 100 120V 50 60Hz 220 240V 50 60Hz ON POWER COMSUMPTION 40W APPROX O OO 3 4 SPDIF TOSLINK DIGITAL OUT SEE UNDERSIDE FOR SAFETY DETAILS DIGITAL IN Mains input Power switch IR OUT 1 and 2 Infrared flasher connectors Allow the control via the handset of auxiliary devices that accept infrared signals RS232 IN and OUT For operating the unit via a PC or touch screen device REMOTE IN and OUT For installing the unit in a KNEKT system S VIDEO OUT For connection to a display device that accepts an S video signal S VIDEO IN For connection to a VCR with an S video output YPrPb IN and OUT Component vide
57. set to AUTO the 2 to 100 unit will select a brightness level based on non linear the ambient light level in the room the greater the ambient light level the brighter the display will be Sets the number of seconds that the unit is OFF inactive for before the sleep display three Om 10s to 5m OOs dots is shown on the front panel in 10 sec steps If set to ACCEPTED unit will respond to ACCEPTED commands received via the IR receiver on IGNORED the front panel Defines the use of the ACC accessory IR socket IR Infrared Repeater RCU KNEKT Room Control Unit IR OUT MODULATION Modulation frequency for infrared flasher 36 kHz 10 kHz to 2212 kHz KNEKT MODE PASS IR TO REMOTE OUT This option will not be available if KNEKT MODE has been set to AUTO MAIN or LOCAL AUTO is the setting for normal operation and AUTO is also for use when the unit is in a KNEKT MAIN system and is connected to another UNIDISK LOCAL SC a Linn CLASSIK Movie SOURCE CLASSIK Movie Di or CLASSIK Music In this situation the UNIDISK SC will automatically configure itself to operate as a Main or Local Room component The MAIN and LOCAL options allow you to specify whether the unit is a Main or Local Room component in a KNEKT system The SOURCE setting disables the unit s pre amplifier and should be used if the UNIDISK SC is being used with an external pre amplifier or surround sound processor If set to ENABLED the unit passes
58. tically switch Pro Logic on or off For other stereo sources CDs and auxiliary digital or analogue stereo sources Off Stereo sources will always be output as stereo On or Auto Stereo sources can be played as stereo or decoded to up to five channels if permitted by the audio stream and dependent on the number of speakers in your system and the audio mode selected see Surround Sound and Audio Modes chapter 3 LINN UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual Setup Menus English Dolby PL II Mode Analogue outputs only Default setting Movie This menu is suitable for use if your UNIDISK SC is connected to front plus centre and or surround speakers v Dolby Pro Logic II creates five output channels from any internal or auxiliary two channel source such as an audio CD stereo tuner signal or set top box audio signal This is achieved using an advanced surround decoder that extracts the spatial qualities of the original recording signal without adding any new sounds The UNIDISK SC offers four modes of Pro Logic II operation Dolby PL This mode recreates the surround processing offered by original Dolby Pro Logic The Dolby PL setting is suitable if the source material is not of the best quality for example a worn VCR tape Music As its name suggests this mode is recommended when listening to music If you select Music mode you can adjust certain Dolby Pro Logic II parameters in the Dolby PL II Cntl menu s
59. ts E e Default setting Stereo ee This option is for DVD Videos which have separate audio Mee Cio tracks for the left and right channels Dolby PL R Mono Dolby PL Il Mode Mix Mono Pro Logic il Cati To hear only the left channel set to L Mono To hear only the right channel set to R Mono To combine the discrete left and right channels set to Mix Mono For normal use i e most discs set to Stereo Midnight Movie Analogue and digital outputs Lilo cg 2 Default setting Off SPDIF Out LPCM LJ This option allows you to add compression to the Dolby L Digital audio signal on DVD Videos Adding compression reduces sudden increases in volume such as the sound Pro Logie il Carl of an explosion v To add compression set to On Dolby PL Pro Logic Analogue outputs only Default setting Auto Dolby Pro Logic decoding is used by the UNIDISK SC to convert stereo signals to more than two channels in order to enhance the audio signal Select the setting you wish to use with your source material Do gt off Dolby PL Il Mode On Pro Logic il Carl v For DVD Videos Off Stereo tracks on a disc will play as stereo On Stereo tracks on a disc can be played as stereo or decoded to up to five channels depending on the number of speakers in your system and the audio mode selected see Surround Sound and Audio Modes chapter Auto The unit will read the code embedded on the disc and will automa
60. utdoor antenna is connected to the apparatus ensure that the antenna system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and static build up In the USA see article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 concerning installation requirements Telephone line Do not connect the apparatus to a telephone line except where specifically instructed to do so Objects and liquid entry Do not let objects or liquids fall into the apparatus Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing Do not place a vessel containing liquid on top of the apparatus No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on the apparatus The apparatus has been designed for use in moderate and tropical climates UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual S LINN English Important Safety Information UK USERS PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Fuse replacement This appliance is fitted with a non rewireable 13 amp mains plug The plug contains a 5 amp fuse If the fuse has blown it can be replaced as follows a Pull out the red fuse cover carrier b Remove and dispose of the blown fuse c Fit a new 5 amp BS1362 approved fuse into the carrier and push the carrier back into the plug Always ensure the fuse cover is fitted If the fuse cover is missing do not use the plug Contact your Linn retailer to obtain a replacement fuse cover Fuses are for fire protection and do not protect against electric shock
61. utomatic internal mains voltage switch This switch operates on all worldwide mains voltages from 100V to 240V Manual adjustment on the product for setting the input mains voltage is not possible A This unit must be earthed Use the earthed mains lead supplied Never use an unearthed plug or adaptor Positioning You can position your UNIDISK SC almost anywhere you find convenient but please consider the following points e Allow at least 10cm of space to the sides rear and above the UNIDISK SC for air circulation e You should have no problems operating the UNIDISK SC with the handset wherever it is placed in a room provided you keep your UNIDISK SC out of direct sunlight Note regarding Plasma and LCD screens Plasma and large LCD screens emit infra red IR frequencies that can interfere with the IR remote operation of the UNIDISK SC if the emitted IR hits the product s display Take care not to place the UNIDISK SC in a position where it faces the Plasma LCD screen or otherwise allows the emitted IR to shine directly on to it A position below or directly adjacent to the screen will normally avoid such interference Important Do not open the UNIDISK SC s disc drawer if the unit is behind glass doors as this can damage the drawer s mechanism UNIDISK SC PLAYER Owner s Manual LINN Connecting English Back panel SCART version 860 00000 000 IR OUT OFF AUTO RANGING 1 100 120V 50 60Hz 22
62. xtended Display Identification Data Default setting Enabled Identifies the picture resolutions that are supported by the display device Data supplied by the display device allows the UNIDISK SC to automatically output the best resolution that the device supports It has however been known for some display devices to provide erroneous data or no data and this can cause picture problems In such cases this option should be set to Disabled If set to Disabled the resolution will be determined by the Video Standard that is selected in the General Setup menu Video Source Setup Default setting Off The following menus allow you to configure the UNIDISK SC s video output for any of the auxiliary source inputs DIG 1 4 Video AUX 1 2 Video and MAIN Video for use in a KNEKT system e Set to Off if the auxiliary source is audio only or if the auxiliary source carries a video signal that you do not want to pass through the UNIDISK SC e Set to Internal if you want the UNIDISK SC to output its internal video signal the Linn name screen when this auxiliary source is selected EEE Internal Pass throu e Set to Pass through if you want to route the auxiliary source s video signal through the UNIDISK SC for Pass through to work input and output connectors must match Example If you have a set top box s S video output connected to the UNIDISK SC s S VIDEO IN and the set top box s digital optical output connecte

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