DTS XD10 Operations Guide

DTS XD10 Operations Guide
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DTS XD10 is a cinema media player that provides high-quality playback of digital cinema content. It supports a wide range of media formats, including JPEG2000, MPEG-4, and H.264. The XD10 also features a built-in audio decoder that supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM audio formats. Additionally, the XD10 has a number of features that make it easy to use, including a user-friendly interface, a built-in help system, and remote control support. With its powerful features and ease of use, the DTS XD10 is the perfect solution for playing digital cinema content in theaters.

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DTS® XD10 Cinema Media Player
Installation and
Operations Guide
Version 2.1
Effective Date: June 2007
Document # 9301E692002.1
DTS, Inc.
Cinema Division
5171 Clareton Drive
Agoura Hills, CA 91301
USA
XD10 Cinema Media Player, Installation and Operating Guide Version 2.1
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Document No. 9301E69200V2.1
June 2007
Record of Changes
Manual Version / Date Description
2.1/ June 2007 Modified for changes in XD10 Version 2.1.00, including Video option
enhancements, SMPTE timecode support, and various updates.
2.0/ August 2006 Modified for changes in XD10 Version 2.00.38, including High Definition
Video, network functions, and various updates.
1.2/ May 2004
1.0/ June 2003
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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................. VIII
DTS TECHNICAL SERVICE ..................................................................................................................................X
INSTALLATION CHECKLIST............................................................................................................................. XI
PART 1: OPERATOR ................................................................................................................................................1
1. OPERATING THE XD10 CINEMA MEDIA PLAYER ................................................................................1
1.1. XD10 COMPONENTS .....................................................................................................................................1
1.1.1. Front Panel Controls and Indicators ..................................................................................................1
1.1.2. Powering on the XD10 ........................................................................................................................2
1.1.3. LED Indicators....................................................................................................................................3
1.1.4. LCD Screen .........................................................................................................................................3
1.1.4.1. LCD Modes..................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.1.4.2. Status Display ................................................................................................................................................. 3
1.1.4.3. Configurable Information Line ....................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.4.4. Navigating through the Menus........................................................................................................................ 5
2. LOADING AND PLAYING CONTENT..........................................................................................................7
2.1. TYPE OF CONTENT ........................................................................................................................................7
2.1.1. Soundtrack Content .............................................................................................................................7
2.1.2. Video Content......................................................................................................................................7
2.1.3. CSS Content.........................................................................................................................................7
2.1.3.1. CSS Terminology ........................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2. CONTENT D ELIVERY .....................................................................................................................................8
2.2.1. Types of DTS Discs .............................................................................................................................8
2.2.2. DTS Cinema Media Network™...........................................................................................................8
2.3. LOADING CONTENT.......................................................................................................................................9
2.3.1. DTS Soundtrack Discs.........................................................................................................................9
2.3.2. Loading Soundtrack Discs ................................................................................................................10
2.3.2.1. Compatibility with Legacy Soundtrack Discs............................................................................................... 11
2.3.3. Handling a CD-ROM Read Error .....................................................................................................12
2.3.4. Loading DTS XD10 Video Content Discs .........................................................................................13
2.3.5. Loading a DTS Access™ Disc ..........................................................................................................14
2.4. MANAGING D ISK S PACE .............................................................................................................................14
2.5. P LAYING CONTENT WITH F ILM ...................................................................................................................15
2.5.1. Playback Status Indicators................................................................................................................15
2.5.2. Changeovers......................................................................................................................................15
2.5.3. Handling Film Breaks and Edits .......................................................................................................15
2.6. P LAYING V IDEO P LAYLISTS ........................................................................................................................16
2.6.1. Video Playlists...................................................................................................................................16
2.6.1.1. Slide-loop Playlist......................................................................................................................................... 16
2.6.1.2. Preshow and Intermission Playlists............................................................................................................... 16
2.6.1.3. Playlists C through G .................................................................................................................................... 16
2.6.1.4. End Slides ..................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.6.2. Start and Stop Video Playlists ...........................................................................................................16
2.6.2.1. Start and Stop Video with Menu Commands................................................................................................ 16
2.6.2.2. Start and Stop Video through Automation .................................................................................................... 16
2.6.2.3. Playlist Schedules ......................................................................................................................................... 17
2.6.2.4. Automatic Start Times .................................................................................................................................. 17
2.6.2.5. Video Inhibit ................................................................................................................................................. 18
2.6.2.6. Video Playlist Automation Sequence............................................................................................................ 18
2.6.3. End of Playlist ...................................................................................................................................18
2.7. XD10 I NDICATORS AND D ISPLAY FOR V IDEO .............................................................................................19
2.7.1. Video LCD Display ...........................................................................................................................19
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2.7.2. Projector Warming Up Display ........................................................................................................19
2.7.3. Display when Playing Playlist ..........................................................................................................20
2.8. V IDEO P ROJECTOR S UPPORT .......................................................................................................................21
2.8.1. Video Projector Settings....................................................................................................................22
3. XD10 PLAYBACK AND INFO MENUS .......................................................................................................23
3.1. MAIN MENU ................................................................................................................................................23
3.2. P LAYBACK MENU .......................................................................................................................................24
3.2.1. Video Playlist Functions ...................................................................................................................25
3.2.1.1. Start Playlist Functions ................................................................................................................................. 25
3.2.1.2. Stop Playlist .................................................................................................................................................. 26
3.2.1.3. Play ACV (Alternate Content Video) ........................................................................................................... 27
3.2.1.4. Video Control ............................................................................................................................................... 27
3.2.1.5. Video Contents ............................................................................................................................................. 29
3.2.2. Film Playback ...................................................................................................................................29
3.2.2.1. TC Reader Offset .......................................................................................................................................... 29
3.2.2.2. Soundtrack Language.................................................................................................................................... 30
3.2.2.3. CSS Playback................................................................................................................................................ 31
3.2.2.4. Contents Menu.............................................................................................................................................. 34
3.2.3. External S/PDIF Mode......................................................................................................................40
3.2.4. Load from USB..................................................................................................................................42
3.3. I NFO MENU .................................................................................................................................................43
3.3.1. Version ..............................................................................................................................................43
3.3.2. Licenses Menu ...................................................................................................................................43
3.3.3. MAC Address.....................................................................................................................................44
4. MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING ..........................................................................................45
4.1. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................45
4.2. XD10 S OUNDTRACK CHECK .......................................................................................................................45
4.3. F REQUENTLY A SKED Q UESTIONS ...............................................................................................................46
4.3.1. I Have a DTS Print but No Discs ......................................................................................................46
4.3.2. Film Is Not in Sync or Does Not Sound Right...................................................................................46
4.3.3. Volume Is Too Loud ..........................................................................................................................46
4.3.4. XD10 Does Not Play Soundtrack Audio to Film ...............................................................................47
4.3.4.1. Timecode LED Is Blinking ........................................................................................................................... 47
4.3.4.2. Timecode LED is Solid, but Playback LED is Not Lit ................................................................................. 47
4.3.4.3. Playback LED is Flashing at Regular Intervals ............................................................................................ 48
4.3.5. XD10 Switches Out of DTS Digital ...................................................................................................48
4.4. D ISPLAY ERROR MESSAGES ........................................................................................................................49
4.4.1. Program Fault...................................................................................................................................49
4.4.2. Menus Do Not Function ....................................................................................................................49
4.5. G UIDE F OR A S EAMLESS CHANGE-O VER ....................................................................................................50
4.5.1. Sound Changes Before Picture..........................................................................................................50
4.5.2. Determining Roll-Down ....................................................................................................................50
5. HARDWARE INSTALLATION.....................................................................................................................51
5.1. U NPACKING S YSTEM COMPONENTS ............................................................................................................52
5.1.1. Preliminary Inspection ......................................................................................................................52
5.2. I NSTALLATION P ROCEDURES ......................................................................................................................53
5.2.1. XD10 Player Installation ..................................................................................................................53
5.2.1.1. Rack Mounting and Connection.................................................................................................................... 53
5.2.1.2. Rack Mount Recommendations .................................................................................................................... 54
5.2.2. Power Supply.....................................................................................................................................55
5.2.3. DTS Timecode Reader Head Installation..........................................................................................55
5.2.3.1. Two Projector (Change-over) Theaters......................................................................................................... 55
5.3. CONNECTION TO CINEMA P ROCESSORS ......................................................................................................56
5.3.1. Dolby® CP45, CP55, CP65, CP500, CP650, UltraStereo JS Series, Panastereo and SMART
Operation 56
5.3.2. Dolby® DA20 SR-D ® System .............................................................................................................56
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Key Features

  • Supports a wide range of media formats, including JPEG2000, MPEG-4, and H.264.
  • Built-in audio decoder that supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM audio formats.
  • User-friendly interface, a built-in help system, and remote control support.
  • Network ready and able to auto-update
  • Video option enhancements, SMPTE timecode support, and various updates.

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Frequently Answers and Questions

What media formats does the DTS XD10 support?
The DTS XD10 supports a wide range of media formats, including JPEG2000, MPEG-4, and H.264.
What audio formats does the DTS XD10 support?
The DTS XD10 supports Dolby Digital, DTS, and Linear PCM audio formats.
Is the DTS XD10 easy to use?
Yes, the DTS XD10 has a user-friendly interface, built-in help system, and remote control support.
Can I update DTS XD10?
Yes, DTS XD10 is network ready and can auto-update.

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