P-03 Universal
Universal Transport
Owner's Manual
CAUTION
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DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO
EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS
ARE WITHIN!
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IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT,
CONTACT TEAC FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE
PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
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USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY
RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
· Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or 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.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipments not expressly
approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance will void the
user's warranty.
For U.S.A.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within
the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
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Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
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Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a
book case or similar unit.
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The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the
AC outlet with its POWER switch in the standby position.
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The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC
outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at
any time.
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An apparatus with Class ! construction shall be connected to
an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.
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This product has been designed and manufactured according to
FDA regulations "title 21, CFR, chapter 1, subchapter J, based on
the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968", and is
classified as class 1 laser product. There is not hazardous invisible
laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation
emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the
protective housings.
The label required in this regulation is shown .
For U.S.A.
Contents
Thank you for choosing Esoteric. Read this manual
carefully to get the best performance from this unit.
Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Before Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connection to a TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Connections to a D/A converter, amplifier, etc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Connection examples (connecting three D-03) . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
i.LINK (IEEE 1394) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Front panel features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Front panel display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Understanding the remote control unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the P-03 Universal for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Selecting output terminal and priority playback area . . . . . . . . 21
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Selecting a chapter or track. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Skipping playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Selecting the playback area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Selecting groups and titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Repeat mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Fast scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Slow motion/frame advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Changing camera angle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Selecting subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Selecting audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Lip sync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Turning video on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
2ch/Multi ch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Display dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Up convert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
PAL 4% DOWN mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Word sync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Changing the display mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
HDMI video output format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
HDMI output settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Analog output settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Digital output settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
CD Digital Direct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Audio DRC (Dynamic Range Controlling) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Group playback mode (DVD audio) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Down mix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Video adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Progressive Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
DCDi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Audio language selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Subtitle language selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Displaying subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
On-screen display language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Language Code List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Speaker size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Speaker distance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Speaker levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Test tone length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Digital output formats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
TV screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
S-Video output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Component video output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
PAL-NTSC conversion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Closed captioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Still mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
On-screen display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Angle indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Background color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Optical laser pickup :
Type
: SLD6163RL-G
Manufacturer : SONY CORPORATION
Laser output : Less than 1mW on the objective lens
Wavelength : 785±15 nm (CD), 655±10 nm (DVD)
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The latest VRDS mechanism for Super Audio
CD, CD and DVD playback (Specially developed
ball bearings optimize the VRDS mechanism.)
The VRDS mechanism securely clamps the disc to the
turntable. The turntable diameter is exactly the same as that
of the disc. This system completely eliminates vibration
inherent to removable media and unwanted vibrations
generated by the mechanical systems. Also, this mechanism
clamps the disc at a slight inclination so as to compensate for
warping or deformation, improving the accuracy of the
optical axes of both the laser pickup and the pit surface of the
disc. This is effective in reducing errors in reading the disc
data as well as in preventing timing errors from erratic data
acquisition timing.
To achieve high-speed rotation with superior stability that is
required of a universal player, the P-03 Universal is equipped
with a duralumin turntable. A specially developed processing
technology was used to enable the highly precise forming of
this lightweight material, normally used in high-tech aircraft
design.
In a joint development project with NSK Ltd., Esoteric
developed proprietary, highly precise ball bearings for the
VRDS mechanism. Rolling elements made from precisely
machined ceramic balls provide ultra smooth rotation. The
application of a pre-load to the ball bearing pair ensures a
high rigidity and precise rotation not present in conventional
bearings, but necessary for handling the wide rotational
range from normal CD to Super Audio CD playback.
A massive 20mm-thick, SS400 steel bridge supports the
mechanism to control vibrations produced by turntable and
media rotation.
Coreless motor employing neodymium
magnets
Esoteric has developed a new, life-long three-phase brushless
spindle motor for high-speed rotation of the large diameter
turntable. Combined with the high-precision ball bearings
that firmly hold the turntable in place, this motor helps to
further minimize rotation irregularities and vibrations. The
magnetic field of the neodymium magnet has been optimized
through magnetic field analysis to minimize fluctuations in
motor drive current, and reduce any adverse impact on audio
circuits.
A pickup designed to prevent tilting of the
laser optical axis and speed feedback-
controlled sled transport
The pickup of the P-03 Universal has a highly rigid sliding-
shaft structure that prevents the lens from tilting. The laser
optical axis is kept precisely aligned with the media's bit track.
The sled moving mechanism uses a proprietary Hall element
sensing-type, three-phase brushless motor while powerful
electronic speed feedback circuits control this sled mechanism
for quick access, thereby ensuring smooth, continuous
movement with superior response.
Shutter isolates the mechanism from
external influences
The tray opening and closing mechanism is equipped with a
shutter to eliminate adverse effects from external sound
pressure and vibrations on the tracking systems. When closed,
the shutter mechanism is mechanically secured to the front
panel to prevent it from moving. The shutter also seals out
environmental contaminants from getting into the player.
Power supply housed in separate chassis
The P-03 Universal shares the dual block structure concept
introduced in the P-01 where the power supply and the VRDS
mechanisms are housed in independent blocks.
The enclosure provides a high degree of isolation and high
capacity in a compact design.
The power supply consists of two transformers, one for the
mechanism and the servo drive, and the other for processing
digital signals. The WB transformer for the mechanism and
the servo drive ensures low current loss and quick response.
Highly rigid chassis completely eliminates
internal and external vibrations preventing
sound quality deterioration
The bottom plate of the chassis that supports the mechanism
is 5 mm thick and weighs 6 kg (16 lbs). Thick aluminum is
used in the top, side, bottom and front panels. Esoteric
proprietary pinpoint feet (patent pending), made of quenched
steel, help to support the chassis in a vibration free
environment. Every possible effort has been accorded to
precision in the mounting of mechanical parts, the rigidity of
the housing and the elimination of sympathetic vibration. The
thick, brushed-aluminum front, top, bottom and side panels,
contribute to a sense of quality and elegance found only in
high-end Super Audio CD/CD/DVD transport devices.
Upward conversion on CD and DVD playback
The upward conversion feature can output maximum fs to
176.4 kHz or 192 kHz when playing back CDs or DVDs. A
high-precision crystal oscillator precise to ±3ppm
(temperature characteristics included) minimizes jitter. During
Super Audio CD playback, the DSD signal (1-bit, 64 fs) is
output directly without further processing. A mode for
converting a PCM signal to DSD has also been added. This
gives the P-03 Universal accurate control over signal
differences for optimal expression of tonal texture required by
each signal type. It is also possible to select the audio format
(PCM or DSD) that best suits the music genre being played or
the amplifier and speaker combinations used.
Digital audio output
The output terminals include two XLR jacks (in ES-LINK and
Dual AES output modes, both jacks are used), one RCA jack,
one i.LINK jack and one HDMI jack. See page 12 for details.
Features
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ES-LINK, an Esoteric-exclusive format for
Super Audio CD digital output
Super Audio CD output is routed through the Esoteric-
exclusive ES-LINK format from the XLR jacks, or through the
i.LINK (AUDIO) jacks. When a Super Audio CD is played back
and XLR DUAL is selected, the output is automatically sent in
the ES-LINK format. Currently, only the D-03 and D-01
Esoteric D/A converters support ES-LINK.
WORD SYNC
The P-03 Universal can accept and synchronize to the
following word clock frequencies received from external
devices: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz,
192kHz, 100kHz
This unit is designed so that the phase shift between the
word clock and output sampling frequency is kept within 10
degrees when there is no discrepancy between the two.
High-quality wires for maximum
performance
High purity 6N copper wires are used for most internal wiring
that affects sound quality to improve purity and sound texture
resolution. Polyolefin, a non-PVC material was used for the
insulating sheath out of consideration for the environment as
well as for sound quality. PVC is not used for wire insulation.
The high purity 6N copper cable is developed with the help of
Acro Japan Ltd. who also developed the highly acclaimed
Esoteric MEXCEL interconnection cable and high-purity 8N
copper cable.
Super high-precision video output
The P-03 Universal uses the latest 14-bit 216MHz video DAC
from Analog Devices; the ADV7324. This provides 16X over
sampling on interlace playback and 8X over sampling on
progressive scan playback. As a result, video noise is shifted to
un-used bandwidth, providing an exceptionally clear picture.
In the progressive scan section, smoothing is achieved using
DCDi chips from Faroudja.
In the video scaling section, a high performance video scaling
chip from Anchor Bay Technologies Inc., the ABT1018 is used.
This chip upconverts video signals such as 480p, 576p, and
720p, into high-definition formats including 1080p.
NTSC/PAL playback and progressive-scan
Both PAL and NTSC discs can be played back. Conversion
between the standards is possible, allowing the same monitor
and player to be used for discs produced to either standard.
Progressive-scan playback (with the appropriate television or
monitor) allows the best possible picture quality, even with
very large screens.
"DTS" and "DTS 96/24" are trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
"Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
"Super Audio CD" is a registered trademark.
"DSD" is a registered trademark.
The i.LINK logo is a trademark of Sony Corporation, registered
in the U.S. and other countries.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
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 use only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision
Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
The P-03 Universaluses six video DACs with high-quality 14-bit
216MHz processing for analog output. This type of DAC, the
ADV7324, employs new Noise shaping Video (NSV)
technology from Analog Devices, Inc.
NSV technology uses multi-bit delta-sigma conversion,
removing video noise and providing low noise and high
linearity, without the loss of information that is often
associated with analog filtering systems.
Noise Shaped Video and NSV are registered trademarks of
Analog Devices, Inc.
To eliminate "jaggies" and produce clear and natural imaging,
the P-03 Universal uses DCDi (Directional Correlational
Deinterlacing) technology. The circuits employed are from the
Faroudja business division of Genesis Microchip, and enable
hardware based diagonal line detection and smoothing from a
pixel based image. As a result, smoother progressive-scan
images can be produced, with "jaggies" or video noise
reduced by interpolation techniques.