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Positioning the unit
Place the DV139 on a level, rm surface and ensure that there is adequate ventilation for the unit.
Arcam recommend a minimum of 10cm (4”) free space above the unit.
Making video connections
To view the pictures from the DVD player you need to connect one of its video outputs to your display
device (TV, monitor, projector, etc.).
The DV139 has ve video output options, described below. You need only use one type of video from the
list; choose a type that your display device supports. If your display device does not support any of the
above connection types then you will be unable to use it with the DV139; in this case, please contact
your dealer for further assistance.
Note that you may connect equipment such as AV receivers in the signal path between the DVD player
and the display device, so long that the connected equipment also supports the type of video signal you
intend to use. For instructions on how to connect AV equipment, consult the manual for that equipment.
Using two video connections simultaneously
It is possible to use two video connections simultaneously (routing one connection to a second room or
display, for example). If you wish to do this, please read these notes:
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The Composite video and SCART outputs are always active. These carry interlaced output at all
times.
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The Component video output is always active. It can be set to carry either interlaced or
progressive-scan output.
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The HDMI output is active only if a compatible display is detected by the DV139. It can be set to
carry either interlaced, progressive-scan or high-denition output.
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The S-video output is active only when the Component and HDMI outputs are carrying interlaced
video.
Composite video
If your display device offers only a composite input (sometimes labelled CVBS or just ‘video’), connect
this to the COMPOSITE video output of the DVD player using a 75Ω phono cable suitable for video use.
Note that a composite video connection gives the lowest-quality output; if your display device supports
other video connection types, we advise that those are used instead.
S-Video
The S-Video output (also known as S-VHS or Y/C) is commonly supported by display devices worldwide.
Connect the S-VIDEO output of the DVD player to the S-Video input of the display device using an
appropriate cable.
Component video
Use three 75Ω phono cables to connect the Component Y, Pb, Pr outputs of the DVD player to the Y,
Pb, Pr inputs of the display device. Ensure that the cables are suitable for video use and that they are
approximately the same length.
If your television is capable of accepting a progressively scanned
(de-interlaced) video signal, you may wish to use the progressive
video output from the DV139. If you are unsure whether your
display device can accept progressive video, please refer to its
instruction manual or consult your dealer.
Some component video interfaces are labelled differently to the
DV139; see the table if the component inputs of your display device
are not labelled ‘Y, Pb, Pr’.
Installation
DV139 alternative alternative alternative
Y Y Y Y
Pb Cb (B–Y) U
Pr Cr (R–Y) V