Technicolor - Thomson DPL590 User Manual

THOMSON 46, quai Alphonse Le Gallo 92648 Boulogne Cedex FRANCE 55987200 www.thomson.net

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DPL590HT

It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.

user

manual

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Safety Information

Rating Information: At bottom / back of the unit this unit comply with the existing requirements

In accordance with the rating plate of the unit, this unit complies with current standards concerning electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility.

Please respect the environment Before throwing any batteries away, consult your distributor who may be able to take them back for specific recycling.

Have a Blast- Just Not in Your Eardrums Make sure you turn down the volume on the unit before you put on headphones. Increase the volume to the desired level only after headphone are in place.

For UK Only

CONNECT THE MAIN LEAD INTO A MAINS POWER SOCKET

POWER SUPPLY 230V. It must not be connected to D.C. mains.

Note; The mains lead of the set is fitted with a molded plug. If the mains socket are not compatible or if for any reason the plug is removed please follow the directions below. The molded plug cannot be rewired and if removed must be disposed of safely.

DO NOT under any circumstances plug the severed plug into any mains socket as this could result in electric shock.

Important: If the plug is removed, rewire the new plug as follow: The wires in the mains plug are coloured in accordance to the following code:

BLUE = NEUTRAL/BROWN = LIVE

If the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: BLUE wire to the terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black. BROWN wire to the terminal coded L (Live) or coloured red.

DO NOT make any connection to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.

A fused plug must be fitted with a 3A fuse approved by ASTA or BS1362 and fuse covers must be always be securely replaced. If you set does not work, the fuse may be blown.

The descriptions and characteristics given in this document are given as a general indication and not as a guarantee. In order to provide the highest quality product possible, we reserve the right to make any improvement or modification without prior notice. The English version serves as the final reference on all products and operational details should any discrepancies arise in other languages.

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CA UTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

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

SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE

SHOCK HAZARD,

TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

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

OR ELECTRICAL

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT

Table of Content

Safety Information

Getting Started

Unpacking the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Unpacking the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Inserting Batteries into Remote Control .3 Set Up and Maintenance of the

Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Protect your Components from

Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Connecting to Audio Components . . . . .4

Digital Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Connecting Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Connecting the Subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . .6

Positioning your Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Front Speaker Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Preferred Surround Placement . . . . . . . .8

Advanced Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Test Tone / Channel Balance . . . . . . . . . .9

Connecting for Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Factory Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Operating your Receiver

Receiver Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Your Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Switching On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Selection of Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Using the Remote to Control Additional

Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Using the receiver to play a Source . . . .15

Operating the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Advanced Sound Control

Sound Enhancement Systems . . . . . . . .19

Fine Setting of Components . . . . . . . . .21

Fine Setting of the Speakers . . . . . . . . .22

Advanced Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Troubleshooting Tips

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Receiver/Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . .24

Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . .24

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Cleaning the Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Care and Maintenance

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Important battery information . . . . . . .25

Safety precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Headset safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Don’t infringe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . . .25

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Getting Started

Unpacking the Receiver

You should receive the following items:

One receiver unit

One pair of “AAA”

batteries

One pig-tail

antenna wire

One external AM loop

antenna

• one instruction book;

• Thomson Warranty Card;

• one Quick Connection Guide One Remote Control

Unpacking The Speakers

• one set of speakers including 1 set of left and right front speakers, 1 centre speaker, 1 subwoofer and 1 set of left and right rear speakers.

• 6 speaker wires including:

1 X white/grey striped

wire for front left

speaker

1 X purple/grey striped

wire for subwoofer

1 X green/grey striped

wire for center speaker

1 X red/grey striped wire

for front right speaker

1 X blue/grey striped

wire for rear left speaker

1 X gray/grey striped

wire for rear right

speaker

Front Speakers

Center Speaker

Rear Speakers

(Surround Sound)

Subwoofer

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ON/ECO

Thomson Warranty Card

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Getting Started

Inserting Batteries into Remote Control

Insert two “AAA” (R03) batteries according to the + and

- signs in the battery compartment. To use the remote control, point it directly at your receiver.

Install batteries as follows:

1. Remove battery compartment door by applying thumb pressure on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet.

2. Insert 2 AAA batteries in the compartment and replace the compartment door.

Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver

Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as indicated:

• Do not connect to the AC power cords until all connections are completed.

• Do not use your set immediately after transferring it from a cold place to a warm place: there is risk of condensation.

• Do not expose your set to water and excessively high temperatures.

• After having disconnected your set, clean the case with a soft cloth, or with a slightly damp leather chamois. Never use strong solvents.

Protect your Components from Overheating

• Do not block ventilation holes in any component. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.

• Do not stack components directly on top of each other.

• Do not place the unit near other components that generate heat such as heating vents.

• Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.

• Place an amplifier near the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not affect other components. If you have a satellite receiver, you should place it on the top shelf.

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10 cm/4"

10 cm/ 4"

Front View

10 cm/4"

10 cm/ 4"

5 cm/ 2"

Side View

Getting Started

Connecting to Audio Components

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If your CD player is equipped with digital optical jacks, use of optical cable is preferred. What you need is just one more optical digital connecting cable (not supplied). Plug it in the digital input jack of the receiver and select OPTICAL on the receiver setting (see details under "Input Signal Setting"). You can enjoy better sound quality brought to you by the optical cable. When optical cable is used, analog cables are still needed for recording to tape output.

CD Player

SAT

DVD

to AUDIO OUT

(DVD)

DVD SAT

to AUDIO OUT (SAT)

to AUDIO OUT (TV)

AUDIO INPUT

VCR

to AUDIO OUT (VCR)

to AUDIO OUT (CD)

TAPE

to LINE OUT (Tape Deck)

DIGITAL INPUT

Connect components capable of outputing Dolby Digital (e.g. DVD or SAT) or standard PCM (CD) format digital signals. Read section on "Input Signal Setting" under "Advanced Sound Control" carefully to adjust the matching input settings.

COAXIAL OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO

Tape Deck

DIGITAL CONNECTION

If you have a SAT receiver DVD player or CD player with a digital output, you can make use of an optical digital cable (not supplied) or coaxial digital cable (not supplied) to carry the audio portion of the signal and enjoy Dolby Digital sound quality. One optical or coaxial cable is needed for each SAT receiver, DVD player or CD player. When optical or coaxial cable is used, the analog audio cables are still needed if recording through a tape or VCR is desired. This receiver provides one optical and one coaxial digital input for the connection of your components. Please connect your components (e.g. DVD, SAT or CD) to the appropriate digital inputs and press DIGITAL INPUT to select the corresponding digital input source. Note: Optical and coax cables carry only the audio portion of the signal. A video connection must also be established for a SAT receiver and DVD player.

Getting Started

Digital Connections

Read instructions carefully when connecting components to the receiver.

Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3) or PCM signals when compatible components are connected.

TV Connections

TVs with RF input may need a RF modulator (not included) for inputting audio signals.

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 Antenna wire and locate the base end of the AM antenna.

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

3. Inert the antenna wires into the terminal and release the tabs to secure the wires in place.

HINT

• For FM reception, extend antenna to its full length.

• For AM reception, rotate the antenna horizontally to get better reception.

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OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)

Optical Fiber Cable Connect to optical digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices.

SAT / DVD / CD Player / TV

COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)

Connect to coaxial digital output of DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible devices.

DVD / CD / SAT

3‰

6‰

FR FL

SUB

CEN

SPEAKERS

SUBWOOFER AUDIO OUT

DVD SAT

AUDIO INPUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO

FM 75‰

GND

TAPE

VCR

AM LOOP

COAXIAL OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIO

RF cable

RF in RF out

RF modulator

Audio in

Audio cable

Audio out

The diagram shown above may varies from your actual RF modulator, please refer to your RF modulator manual.

Getting Started

Connecting the Speakers

Speakers

There are 6 speakers equipped with the unit (2 front, 1 center, 2 rear, 1 subwoofer). In order to enjoy good surround effects, all six speakers need to be connected to the receiver.

At least two front speakers (left and right) are required. For better sound quality, Center speaker, rear speakers and Subwoofer should also be connected. Adding center and rear speakers will enhance surround effects. Adding a Subwoofer will increase bass response.

If you want to enjoy the full sound range, use the subwoofer with the speakers to maintain adequate bass signal.

Speaker wires

1 for each speaker, is needed for connection. Twist the stripped ends of speaker cord about 2/3 inch (15 mm). Press down on the tab to open the terminal and insert the wire. Release tab to lock wire in the terminal.

To ease speaker connections, the speaker wires and the terminals are color-coded.

• White/Grey Striped (Front Left Speaker),

• Red/Grey Striped (Front Right Speaker),

• Green/Grey Striped (Center Speaker)

• Blue/Grey Striped (Rear Left Speaker).

• Grey/Grey Striped (Rear Right Speaker).

• Purple/Grey Striped (Subwoofer)

Connect the L, R speakers at the back of the speakers to the corresponding color on the receiver. Do the same for center (with green/black terminal), rear speaker and the subwoofer (with purple/black terminal).

Speaker Polarity

When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities (“+” speaker wire to “+” on the receiver) of speaker wires and terminals are matched. If the wires are reversed, the sound will be distorted and will lack bass (“out of phase” effect).

Connecting the Subwoofer

Connect the subwoofer with the speaker wire (purple/ black) provided.

This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use a large variety of speakers and subwoofer. For more information please refer to section “Fine Setting of the Speakers” in “Advanced Sound Control” on page 22.

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Antenna and Speaker

Push terminal tab down to insert wire.

NOTE: Make sure the insulation

ends of the Antenna and points.

Wire Connection

Release tab to lock wire in the terminal.

is completely removed from the

speaker wires at all connection

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