Home Theater Direct RTD209 User Manual

Home Theater

User’s Guide

RTD209

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FCC Information

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two : (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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 radiates radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

In accordance with FCC requirements, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Thomson multimedia Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this product.

This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF) energy, and if not installed and used properly, this equipment may cause interference to radio and television reception. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception (which you can determine by unplugging the unit), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Re-orient the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for the radio or television that is “receiving” the interference).

• Move the unit away from the equipment that is receiving interference.

• Plug the unit into a different wall outlet so that the unit and the equipment receiving interference are on different branch circuits.

If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.

Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet, “How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify stock number 004000-00345-4 when ordering copies.

This product complies with DHHS Rules 21 CFR Subchapter J. Applicable at the date of manufacture.

For Your Safety

The AC power plug is polarized (one blade is wider than the other) and only fits into AC power outlets one way. If the plug won’t go into the outlet completely, turn the plug over and try to insert it the other way. If it still won’t fit, contact a qualified electrician to change the outlet, or use a different one. Do not attempt to bypass this safety feature.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY

INSERT.

CAUTION – To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

ATTENTION – Pour réduire les risques d’incendie, utiliser uniquement des conducteurs de télécommunications 26 AWG au de section supérleure.

Note:

This DVD player is designed and manufactured to respond to the Region Management Information. If the Region number of a DVD disc does not correspond to the Region number of this DVD player, this player cannot play the disc. The Region number for this DVD player is Region No. 1.

SERVICE INFORMATION

This product should be serviced only by those specially trained in appropriate servicing techniques. For instructions on how to obtain service, refer to the warranty included in this Guide. RFC: CTM-9800723-KS5

Main plug is used as the disconnect device, it shall remain operable and should not be obstructed during intended used. To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains, the main plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.

CAUTION

THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la class B est conforme à la norme du NMB-003 du Canada

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

THE LIGHTNING FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF "DANGEROUS VOLTAGE" INSIDE THE PRODUCT.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE

SHOCK HAZARD,

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN THE TRIANGLE IS A WARNING SIGN ALERTING YOU OF IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS ACCOMPANYING THE PRODUCT.

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Table of Contents

Connections and Setup

Things to consider before you connect ....................2

Accessories provided ..................................................2

Front panel controls...................................................3

Connecting to audiovisual equipment ......................4

Connecting the speakers ............................................5

Positioning speakers ..................................................5

Front speaker placement...........................................6

Preferred surround placement .................................6

Test tone/Channel balance ........................................7

The Remote Control

Remote control functions in DVD/CD mode .............8

Remote control functions in TUNER mode ...............9

Using the remote to Navigate through On-Screen

Menus...........................................................................9

Inserting batteries in the remote control .................9

Playing Discs – Basic Functions

Compatible discs ......................................................10

Compatible formats .................................................10

Regional coding ........................................................10

Operating the DVD receiver ....................................10

Loading discs............................................................. 10

Playing discs ............................................................. 10

Types of Menus ........................................................11

Basic Playback Operations .......................................11

Playback ....................................................................11

Accelerated play .......................................................12

Pause .........................................................................12

Frame advance ..........................................................12

Variable slow motion ...............................................12

Changing chapter/track ...........................................12

Zoom .........................................................................12

The Info Menu

Using the Info menu ................................................13

Title/chapter (DVD)/track (audio CD and VCD) ......14

Time display................................................................14

Audio (DVD, VCD) .....................................................14

Subtitles (DVD) ..........................................................14

Camera angle (DVD) .................................................14

Play mode (all discs exceot mp3/WMA/JPEG) .........15

Creating a Program list for Play mode

(Audio CDs, DVD and VCD discs)..............................15

Creating a Program list for Play mode

(mp3 CDs)...................................................................15

Bookmark (DVD and audio CD) ...............................16

Sleep ..........................................................................16

PBC.............................................................................16

IntroScan....................................................................16

mp3/WMA Files and JPEG Files

Playing mp3/WMA Files or displaying JPEG

files.............................................................................17

Radio

Manual Tuning..........................................................18

Storing radio stations................................................18

USB and mp3 Player

Connecting/Disconnecting USB devices to the Main

Unit............................................................................19

Connecting/Disconnecting the mp3 Player to the

Main Unit...................................................................19

Selecting USB or mp3 Player Mode..........................19

USB Device Playback Features..................................19

CD Ripping

Ripping CD to USB or mp3 Player.............................20

Speed...................................................................20

Source..................................................................20

Destination..........................................................20

Start Ripping CD........................................................20

File Names of Ripped Files........................................20

Deleting Files.............................................................20

mp3 Player

Insert battery into the Player....................................21

General Controls........................................................21

Display Overview.......................................................22

Turn On/Off the mp3 Player.....................................22

Play/Pause./Stop/Skip/Scan Tracks.............................22

Adjusting the Volume...............................................22

Key Lock.....................................................................22

DSP..............................................................................23

Play Modes ................................................................23

Check for Updates....................................................23

Frequently Asked Questions.....................................23

The Setup Menu

General Setup............................................................24

Password.............................................................24

Rating..................................................................25

Slide Time............................................................25

Default................................................................25

Display Setup.............................................................25

Display Type.........................................................25

Dark Level...........................................................25

Video...................................................................26

Speaker Setup...........................................................26

Night Mode........................................................26

Distance..............................................................26

Test Tone.............................................................26

Language Setup........................................................27

Player

Menu.........................................................................27

Audio..................................................................27

Subtitles..............................................................27

Disc Menu...........................................................27

Additional Information

Troubleshooting.........................................................28

Precautions.................................................................29

Disc Formats you can play.........................................30

Sound Enhancement Systems...................................31

Limited Warranty......................................................32

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Connections and Setup

Things to consider befor

e you connect

• Ensure that the mains supply in your house complies with that indicated on the identification sticker located on the back of your unit.

• Install your unit horizontally, away from any source of heat (fireplace) or appliances creating strong magnetic or electromagnetic fields. The components of this unit are sensitive to heat. The maximum ambient temperature should not exceed 35° Celsius/95 Fahrenheit.

• Leave enough space around the unit to allow adequate ventilation: 10 cm/4 inches on either side and above the top, and 5 cm/2 inches at the rear.

• The humidity of the room should not exceed 75%. If you have to use the unit outdoors, do not expose it to rain or splashing water. The apparatus should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should be placed on the apparatus.

• Moving the unit from a cold place to a warm one can cause condensation on some components inside the unit. Let the condensation disappear on its own before turning the unit on again.

• Before moving the player, make sure the disc tray is empty.

• Where the mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as a disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

Other important use and cleaning information at the end of the booklet.

Accessories provided

Caution!

Invisible laser radiation when open. Avoid exposure to beam. Class 1 laser product. This system must be opened only by qualified technicians to prevent accidents caused by the laser beam.

DVD copy protection

In accordance with the DVD standard, your DVD player is equipped with a Copy Protection system, which can be switched on and off by the DVD disc itself, in order to make any recording of the relevant DVD disc onto a videotape of very poor picture quality, or even impossible. 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 use only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Remote control and 2 non-rechargeable AAA batteries

Left and right rear speakers

One Pig-Tail antenna wire

Left and right front speakers

One external AM loop antenna

Subwoofer

Center speaker

Composite video cable

mp3 player

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Connections and Setup

ont panel controls

OPEN/CLOSE - Opens and close the disc tray.

SUBWOOFER - Toggles between different subwoofer output levels.

DISC SKIP – Goes to the next slot in the disc tray.

STOP - Stops disc playback.

PLAY/PAUSE - Starts playing a disc. Pause.

SOURCE - Selects the input source.

VOLUME - Adjusts the volume.

Surround sound light indicator- The LED lights when Surround mode is active.

ON/STANDBY - Switches the unit on and off.

RCA MP3 PLAYER - Connects the included Lyra mp3 player.

USB Socket - Connect USB devices.

Connecting the Antennas

The AM and FM antennas connect to the AM and FM terminals on the system’s back panel.They must be hooked up in order to receive clear reception.

AM Loop Antenna and FM Indoor Antenna

1. Uncoil the AM Antenna wire.

2. Press down on the Antenna tab to open the terminal

Note: Make sure the white wire on the AM lop antenna is inserted into the upper AM LOOP terminal.

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FM 75

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White

AM LOOP

GND

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Connections and Setup

Connecting to audiovisual equipment

Explanation of jacks and cables

The jacks on the back of your receiver (pictured left) and the cables shown below are used to connect to other components.

The video jacks are OUT jacks, which need to be connected to IN jacks on the TV or monitor you’re connecting to (so the video content goes from the receiver to the screen). The audio jacks are IN jacks, which need to be connected to OUT jacks on the component you’re connecting to, so the sound from the component comes into the receiver (and out through the speakers).

Video cables

Composite video cable (included)

The basic Video jack (usually color-coded yellow) is also referred to as composite video. Usually the video cable is bundled with the audio cables (white and red).

Component video cables (Pr, Pb, Y) (not included)

The Y, Pb, Pr jacks provide optimum picture quality by separating the video signal into three parts. To ensure maximum picture quality, use three videograde cables for the connection. You can also buy bundled component video cables that are color-coded to match the Y, Pb, Pr inputs (green, blue and red).

Note: If your television is a high definition television, use the DVD player’s progressive scan output to get the highest possible video resolution. Set the Progressive Scan option in the Display menu to On (see page 26). Note: If one of the devices is not working, check that all the cables have been inserted properly into the jacks.

Audio cables (not included)

AUDIO IN L (left) and AUDIO IN R (right)

These jacks and cables are often color-coded (red for right audio, and white for left audio).

Note: If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white L/Mono) audio jack on the TV and don’t connect the right audio part of the cable.

Component video cable

Audio cables

(red and white)

Composite

video cable

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Connections and Setup

Connecting the speakers

Six speakers are provided with the unit (2 front, 1 center, 2 rear, 1 subwoofer). To achieve good surround effects, all six speakers need to be connected to the receiver.

One speaker wire is provided with each speaker. Speaker wires are color-coded to match the terminals.

Connect the speaker wire from the back of each speaker to the corresponding color terminal at the back of the unit. Press down the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Release the tab to lock wire in the terminal. Do the same for center speaker, rear speakers and the subwoofer.

Note: When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities (“+” speaker wire to “+” on the receiver) of speaker wires and terminals match. If the cords are reversed, the sound will be distorted. Do not ground the output line, it will damage the speaker.

Positioning speakers

Left, Right (Front Speakers) Front speakers carry primarily music and sound effects.

Center In surround mode, the center speaker carries most of the dialog as well as music and effects. It should be set between the left and right speakers.

Surround (Rear Speakers) The rear speakers’ overall sound balance should be as close as possible to the front speakers. Proper placement is vital to establish an evenly distributed sound field.

Subwoofer

A subwoofer is designed to reproduce powerful low bass effects (explosions, the rumble of spaceships, etc.) which dramatically heighten the action on the screen.

Courtesy Dolby Laboratories

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Front speaker placement

Follow the suggestions for speaker placement below to get the best results.

Alignment

Align the center speaker evenly with (A) or slightly behind (B) (the left and right speakers), but not ahead of them.

Angle

Place the left and right speakers to form a 45-degree angle with your favorite viewing position to duplicate the soundtrack mixer’s perspective.

Height

The mid- and high-frequency drivers of the three front speakers should be as close as possible to the same height. This often requires placing the center speaker directly on top (A) or beneath (B) the TV set.

Preferred surround placement

Location

If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it.

Height

If space permits, install surround speakers 2-3 feet above viewers. This helps to minimize localization effects.

Aiming

Aim surround speakers straight across the room, not down at viewers, to help create a more open, spacious surround sound field.

Alternative Surround Placement

Rear wall

If rear wall mounting is the only choice, aim the speakers at each other (A), towards the front (B) or towards the sidewalls (C, D). Experiment with placement until sounds seem to surround you, rather than come from behind you.

Connections and Setup

Magnetic shielding

Speakers placed less than two feet from the TV set must be magnetically shielded in order to prevent picture distortion. Front and center speakers provided with this unit are magnetically shielded to protect your TV set.

Note: It is not recommended to place the rear speakers and subwoofer near the TV set.

Courtesy Dolby Laboratories

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No adjacent walls

Surround speakers can go on stands facing each other to approximate sidewall mounting (A), or to the sides or rear of the viewing area, aimed upwards; they can go right on the floor, or preferably, a few feet off the floor such as on end tables (B).

Test tone/Channel balance

Channel balance

Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator for balancing the channels. As the signal “travels” from channel to channel, adjust the level controls until each channel plays at the same loudness level (see page 26).

Level adjustment and surround channel level expectation

Even though you adjust the surround channel to be as loud as the others on the test signal, on actual program material the surround channel is usually much lower than the front. Don’t re-adjust the surround level; program producers use surround for subtle atmospherics and ambience, and only rarely for special effects.

Connections and Setup

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Remote control functions in DVD/CD mode

ON•OFF -Switches the unit on and off. DVD - Selects the DVD mode. TUNER - Selects the TUNER and changes between

AM/FM mode. USB - Selects the included Lyra mp3 player or the USB device.

AUX - Selects the AUX. 0-9 - Number entry. Presses 1 through 5 to directly

access a disc in the disc tray. CLEAR - Quits the current setting manual from the TV screen without saving change or delete files on the included Lyra mp3 player or the USB device.

INFO - Accesses the Info menu. TITLE - Accesses the disc menu for DVD disc. DISC MENU - Accesses the disc menu during

playback (if there is one) or turn on/off PBC for VCD disc.

OK - Confirms your selection. MUTE - Mutes and restores the sound. SETUP - Enters Setup menu. RETURN - In DVD/CD mode, returns to the

previous menu.

VOL +/- - Adjusts the sound volume. CH +/- - Directly accesses the next or previous

chapter (DVD) or track (CD). Selects programmed stations in TUNER mode. REV - Starts reverse accelerated play or reverses slow motion when playback is paused.

PLAY - Starts playing a disc. FWD - Starts forward accelerated play. Starts

forward slow motion when playback is paused. Moves forward one frame at a time after pressing

PAUSE twice. REC - Accesses or quits the CD Ripping menu. STOP - Stops playback. PAUSE - Freeze frame, frame advance or slow

motion.

AUDIO - Accesses the audio function. ANGLE - Accesses the camera angle function. ZOOM - Accesses the Zoom function. SUBTITLE - Selects the subtitle languages or turns

subtitle off (if available).

MEMORY - Stores station in tuner mode. SLEEP - Enters sleep mode and selects sleep time.

(not available in AUX/TUNER mode) SUBWOOFER - Selects among subwoofer output levels among softe/balance/strong/powerful. SUb1/SUb2/SUb3/SUb4 will be displayed on the front display respectively.

RANDOM - Turns on/off random playback. REPEAT - Accesses the repeat function. EQ LEVEL - Toggles channels for channel level

settings.

SURROUND - Changes the Surround sound setting

The Remote Control

The r

emote control

Navigating through menus

Use the direction buttons to navigate through the menus. Press the OK button on the remote control to confirm your selection.

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The Remote Control

Remote control functions in Tuner mode

TUNER - Selects the TUNER and switches between FM/AM. VOL+/- - Adjusts the sound volume. MUTE - Mutes and restores sound output. TUNER+/- - Tunes up and down the radio frequencies. MEMORY - Stores a station. CH+/- - Selects programmed stations. AUDIO - Toggles between Stereo and Mono in FM mode.

Using the remote to Navigate through On-Screen Menus

No matter what on-screen display you’re using (the DVD player’s menu, the Info Display that appears during playback, or a disc’s menu), you’ll use the same buttons on the remote control to navigate through the on-screen display; the four arrow buttons and the OK button.

Use the arrow buttons on the remote to move through on-screen menus in the direction of the arrow button (to move right, press the right arrow button, etc.). The arrow buttons are used to highlight an option. Once highlighted, press the OK button to select the option that is highlighted.

Inserting batteries in the remote control

• Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries.

• In order to avoid any risk of explosion, observe the polarities indicated inside the battery compartment. Replace only with the type of batteries specified. Do not dispose of them in a fire or recharge them.

• If you are not using the remote control for a long period of time, remove the batteries.

Please respect the environment and prevailing regulations. Before you dispose of batteries or accumulators, ask your dealer whether they are subject to special recycling and if they will accept them for disposal.

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Playing Discs - Basic Functions

Compatible discs

• DVD

• DVD-R,DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW

• CD

• CD-R, CD-RW

Compatible formats

• DVD, VCD (Video Compact Disc), SVCD (Super Video Compact Disc), JPEG

• CD, mp3, WMA See page 31-32 for more information about discs and compatible formats.

Regional coding

Your DVD player has been designed to process regional management information stored on DVD discs. The regional code for your player is 1. Discs that have a different regional code will not play.

Operating the DVD receiver

1. Turn on your television set. Set TV video input to correspond with player’s output.

2. Press the ON•OFF button on the remote or the ON/STANDBY button located on the DVD player’s front panel.

3. Press the DVD button on the remote control.

Loading discs

Yo u can load up to 5 discs into your DVD player, but you do not have to fill all the slots in the disc tray for the player to work. You can load any kind of compatible disc in any combination (DVDs, CDs, VCDs). The player will read the data on the disc and play it accordingly.

1. To open the disc tray, press OPEN•CLOSE (the disc tray opens).

2. Insert a compatible disc into the top disc slot, making sure it is fully in place.

3. To fill the remaining slots, slide a disc into the next empty slot and make sure it is in place.

4. When you’re finished loading discs, press OPEN•CLOSE (the disc tray closes).

Playing discs

Load a disc or discs as shown above and press the OPEN/CLOSE button. The disc tray closes. The DVD Player reads the first disc’s table of contents, and then one of three things happens depending on how the disc was programmed:

• The disc starts playing.

• The disc menu appears (for DVDs and VCDs). One of the options will be to start playing the disc. Highlight that option and press OK.

•To select which disc you want to play, press the corresponding number key on the remote (1 through 5).

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