Technicolor - Thomson DTH111E User Manual

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DVD
DTH111E

User Manual

This THOMSON product is designed and
manufactured with high quality materials and
components which can be rec ycled and reused.

This symbol means that electrical and electronic
equipment,at their end-of-life,should be disposed of
separately from your household waste.

Please,dispose of this equipment at your local community waste

collection/recycling centre.
In the European Union there are separate collection systems for

used electrical and electronic product.

Please,help us to conserve the environment we live in!

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Cleaning

Use a soft, dry,clean cloth. Regularly dust the vents at the back or sides.

Using solvents, abrasive or alcohol-based products risks damaging the appliance.

If an object or liquid enters inside the appliance, unplug it immediately and have it checked
by an authorised engineer.

Handling and caring for discs

Handle your discs with care. Hol d the disc with your fin gers at th e edges or through

the hole.
Insert the disc with the label facing up (for a single-sided disc).
Place the disc properly into the tray in the allotted holder.
Use a soft cloth to clean discs if necessary, always wiping from the centre to the edge.
Always put discs back in their cases after use and store in a vertical position.
Do not close the tray with two discs in it or with a disc not sitting correctly in the holder.
Do not play cracked,chipped or warped discs nor try to repair them with adhesive tape

or glue.
Do not write on a disc.
Do not move the player when a disc is being played.
Do not scratch discs or store them in places exposed to direct sunlight, high humidity or

high temperatures.
Do not use aerosol cleaners, benzene, anti-static liquids or any other solvent for cleaning

discs.When cleaning, wipe gently with a soft damp (water only) cloth from the centre to the
edge,avoiding circular motions, wh ic h co ul d ca us e sc ra tc he s an d in te rfere nc e du ri ng

playback.

Guarantee

The type and production number of your appliance are printed on the guarantee
certificate supplied with your appliance. Keep this certificate as well as the invoice.These
documents are required in the event of claiming your guarantee rights.

All repairs during the guarantee period must be carried out by an authorised engineer for
our brand. If this condition is not met, your rights will no longer be valid.

Never open the appliance yourself,since this may put you at risk or damage the
equipment.THOMSON does not accept any liability if the appliance is used in any way
other than in accordance with this manual.

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES:TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE
LAW, DECLARATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF NON-INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT OR
OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT
IN CONDITIONS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED ABOVE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED.

Discs you can play

In spite of progress made to ensure playability of all discs types, it is not possible to guarantee playback of discs which
are not in conformity with DVD, CD,VCD or SVCD standards.This unit may not play some recordings or files on CD-R,
CD-RW,DVD-R,DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW due to differences in recording formats,software used and disc types.

DVD-Video

Digital video discs - 12 cm and 8 cm, single or double sided, single or dual layer. DVDs are
high-density optical discs on which high quality picture and audio are recorded by means of
digital signals.

DVD-R,DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW

Most DVD-R and DVD+R (one recording only), DVD-RW and DVD+RW discs (rewritable).
Depending on the DVD writer and discs used.Recordings using DVD-R and DVD-RW discs
must be made in Video DVD mode. Recordings using DVD+RW discs must be made in
accordance with the specifications for DVD+RW discs with a 4.7 GB capacity.

VCD - Video Compact Disc

CD on which you can record up to 74 min. of
audio tracks and interactive menus.

SVCD - Super Video Compact Disc

Most SVCDs comply with the IEC62107 standard. SVCDs can be used to record up to 70 minutes
of digital sound and images in accordance with MPEG-2 standards for video and MPEG-1
standards for audio.

Audio CDs

Audio CDs (8 and 12 cm).

CD-R, CD-RW

Most CD-R (one recording only) and CD-RW discs (rewritable).
This player can play most CD-R discs.CD-Rs written during a multisession recording can also
be played,provided that the session has ended before the disc is played (depending on the write
software). However, depending on the condition of the CD-writer, computer and the disc used,
you may find that not all discs will play successfully.When playing a CD-R disc, it is completely
normal for the unit to take up to 20 seconds to recognise the disc before starting to play. If the
disc is not recognised after a period of 20 seconds,remove the disc,and then insert it again.
Irrespective of the actual recording capacity of the CD-R, do not use its full capacity. CD-Rs
should be preferably used instead of CD-RWs (rewritable CDs) as, in certain cases,CD-RW

playback may be faulty. Use reliable, good-quality CD write software. Close all other
applications on the computer to ensure reliable CD-R disc recording.

VHS-quality video associated with still images,

DivX files

DivX is the name of a revol utio nar y new video codec which is based on the new M PEG

- 4 compre ssion standard for video. Whether DivX fi les play correctly on your player
or no t de pe nd s on t he p reparation and prod uc ti on o f th e au di o an d vi de o fi le s, t he
cod ec s an d th e ty pe o f recording equipment used, as we ll a s on your computer’s
pa ra met er s. It is t herefore po ssi bl e t ha t you c ann ot pl ay a D ivX f ile o r t ha t p ar t
or al l o f it is de f ec t ive . I t a l so som e ti m es hap pen s t h at yo u ca n p l ay t h e i mag e s
(vid eo) but no t the soun d (audio). DivX disc compatibi lity with this play er is li mited as
follows: The ma ximumresolu tion of th e DivX fil e is below 720x57 6 (W x H) pixels.
DivX file names shou ld not exc eed 56 cha racters. If the v ideo and a udio struc ture of
the rec orded fil e i s n ot interleave d, either vide o o r a udio is output ted . If the fil e is
rec orded with GMC , th e un it s up po rts only 1-point GMC. G MC i s th e ac ronym f or
Global Motio n C omp ensation. It i s a n e ncoding tool s pec ifi ed in the MPEG 4 s tan dard.
Some MPEG4 e nco der s, like DivX or Xv iD, have thi s o pti on. There are d ifferent leve ls
of GMC encoding, usually ca ll ed 1 - p oi nt , 2 - po in t, o r 3 - po i nt G M C . D i vX f i les
wi t h su b t itl e s in . SRT, . SUB a nd . SMI for m a ts c a n b e pla ye d . Co r rec t p l ay back
of all languages may n o t b e p o s s i b l e a s s o m e c h a r a c t e r s m a y b e m i s s i n g .

mp3 files

CD-R and CD-RW discs containing audio files in mp3 format.With regard to CD-R mp3 discs,
please follow all the recommendations for CD-R above, along with the comments below:

Your mp3 files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format.ISO 9660 format and Joliet mp3 files are
compatible with Microsoft DOS and Windows,as well as with Apple Mac.These two formats
are the most widely used. mp3 filenames should not exceed 8 characters and should end with
the ".mp3" extension. General name format:Title.mp3.When composing your title ensure that
you use 8 characters or less, have no spaces in the name, and avoid the use of special characters
including (. , / , \ , = ,+). The total number of files on a disc should be less than 999.The total
number of folders should be less than 499. Use a decompression transfer rate of at least 128
kB/sec (kilobytes/second) when recording mp3 files.Sound quality with mp3 files basically
depends on the rate of compression/ decompression you choose. Obtaining audio CD quality
sound requires an analogue/digital sampling rate,that is conversion to mp3 format, of at least
128 kB/sec and up to 160 kB/sec. Choosing higher rates, such as 192 kB/sec or more,only rarely
produces even better sound quality.Conversely,files with sampling rates below 128 kB/sec will
not play properly. Do not try recording copyright-protected mp3 files. "Securized" files are
encrypted and code-protected to prevent illegal copying.You must not copy such files.

WMA (Windows Media Audio) files

CD-R with WMA files.

WMA filenames should not exceed 8 characters,and should end with the ".wma" extension. General
name format:Title.wma.When composing your title ensure that you use 8 characters or less,have no
spaces in the name,and avoid the use of special characters including (., /,\,=,+). The total number of files
on a disc should be less than 999.

Windows Media and the Windows logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in
the United States and/or other countries.

Important:The above recommendations cannot be taken as a guarantee that the DVD player will play mp3
or WMA recordings, or as an assurance of sound quality.You should note that certain technologies and
methods for mp3 file recording on CD-Rs prevent optimal playback of these files on your DVD player (i.e.
degraded sound quality and even,in some cases,inability of the player to read the file).

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."

Note on DivX files

Before playing DivX or mpeg4 files, please be sure of their origin and that you have legally purchased or rented
the contents. Pirate copying is illegal and may result in sanctions.Private copies of your own material for your ow
use may be legal in some countries. Make sure you are aware of any applicable laws.

Technical data

Power requirements:AC 220-240V, 50/60Hz

Power consumption: 15W

Operating temperature:

5 C to 35 C (41 F to 95 F)

Operating humidity:
5 % to 90 % (no condensation)

Connections and Setup

Some points to check before you connect your TV set

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

Install your appliance horizontally, away from any source of heat (fireplace) or appliances
generating strong magnetic or electric fields.The components of this appliance are
sensitive to heat.The maximum ambient temperature should not exceed 35 Celsius.

Leave sufficient space around the appliance to allow adequate ventilation: 10 cm on either
side and at the back, as well as 7 cm above it are ideal.

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

Moving it from a cold environment to a warm one is likely to cause condensation on
some components inside the appliance. Let the condensation disappear of its own accord
before turning the appliance on again.

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

The remote control

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Inserting batteries in the remote control

Insert two R03 or AAA 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 above. 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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Disc t ray Op en / C lo se

ANG LE

Selec t d es ir ed vie wi ng ang le of th e Vide o
(disc fe at ure )

012 ...9

Numer ic en tr y

GOTO

Searc hi ng favour it e s ce ne
Curso r ( Up / Do wn / L eft / Rig ht )

PAL/ NTSC

Switc hi ng be tween P AL & NT SC TV sy stem

SET UP

Setup me nu

Stop: Pr es s o nc e - St op (m ay resu me wi th Play bu tt on )

Press tw ic e - Sto p

Volu me adj us t

Slow f or wa rd/ Sl ow Ba ck ward

REP EAT

Repea t p lay ba ck

PRO S CAN

Pro gr essiv e / Inter la ce vi de o outp ut se le ct
Power s ta nd by On / O ff
Selec t d es ir ed DVD subt it le

SUB TITLE

AUD IO

Selec t d es ir ed aud io tr ack

RET URN

Retur n t o t he uppe r menu

CLE AR

Clear th e l as t entr y

SHU FFLE

Shuff le pl ayb ac k

PROG

Pro gr am playb ac k

ENT ER

Enter
Retur n t o DV D dis c M en u and tur n t he PBC fu nc ti on on and of f

MEN U

Return to DVD disc Title and access the PBC menu at PBC on mode

TIT LE

Play
Pause / S te p: Pr es s on ce to Pa us e

Press ag ai n t o play fra me by fram e

Disc s ki p f orward

Disc s ki p b ac kw ard
Disc s ea rch fo rw ar d
Disc s ea rch ba ck wa rd
Mute

ZOO M

Zoom i n/ ou t
On Scr ee n Disp la y O n/ Of f

OSD

Repea t s ec ti on A t o B

A - B

Front panel controls

STANDBY/ON - To switch the appliance on and off.

OPEN/CLOSE - To open and close the disc tray.

STOP - To stop disc playback.

PLAY - To start playing a disc.

/ SKIP BACKWARD/FORWARD - To skip for a chapter or track.
VOL1,2 (MIC LEVEL) - To adjust the mic sound.

Basic connections (DVD player + TV + video recorder)

1. Connect the DVD player Scart socket (TV AUDIO VIDEO OUT) to the television set's

Scart socket (AV1, EXT1,AUX1) using a Scart lead (not provided).

- OR -

1. If your television set does not have two Scart sockets, connect the DVD player to the

video recorder's AV2 socket using a Scart lead (not provided).If you have a satellite or
cable receiver you can also connect the DVD player to the receiver's second Scart socket.

Note: If your video recorder only has one Scart socket, but has a modulator,use the aerial cable to connect the
video recorder to the television set, adjust the video recorder's modulator,then connect the DVD player to the
video recorder's Scart socket.

2. Connect the video recorder (or satellite receiver) to the television set as shown in the

video recorder's (or satellite receiver's) user guide.

3. Connect the DVD player to the mains socket using the mains lead.

4. Switch on the devices.

Note: If one of the devices is not working, check that all the cables have been inserted properly into the sockets
which they should be connected to.

Other connection options

VIDEO OUT socket

This socket (yellow) is also known as a composite video socket.The video cable (not
supplied) usually comes with two audio cables (white and red).The picture quality obtained
using a video connection is poorer compared to that obtained using a Scart connection.

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

These are analogue audio output sockets.The AUDIO L socket and cable are white,while the
AUDIO R socket and cable are red. Connect the DVD player's AUDIO L and R sockets to the
tele

vision set's AUDIO L and R sockets using audio cables (not supplied).

Note: If your television set only has one audio socket connect it to the DVD player's left socket (white).

S-Video

If the TV set is equipped with S-Video, connecting this signal will provide a better picture than
Video (composite).

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Component output (Y, Pr, Pb / Y, Cr, Cb)

YPrPb

sockets deliver an optimum image quality due to the separation of the video signal

into three separate components (comparable with RGB separation in a Scart-Peritel cable).

Note: the video signal available from these 3 sockets depends on the choice made in the Video Out menu.

In order to obtain the best possible image quality,always use very high quality cables for the
connections.Your dealer can provide Y, Pr,Pb cables that are sold together and come in the
standard colour codes (red, green and blue) used for these types of sockets and cables.

Note: do not forget to also connect the audio cables, because Component cables only transmit images, and not sound.

Optical and coaxial Out sockets

The digital sound from a Video DVD in playback is permanently available at the optical and
coaxial sockets on your player.Use one of these sockets by connecting it to a decoder or a

DTS or Dolby Digital amplifier. Some of these appliances are equipped with a coaxial In
socket (COAXIAL) or an optical In socket (OPTICAL), while others are equipped with both
sockets. Choose one of the two connections.

Note: In most cases these two types of connection give similar results; the only difference lies in the type of
cable used and the cost of these cables, the coaxial cable being the least expensive one to buy. However it

sometimes happens that some coaxial cables are parasitised by high frequency interference caused by
household electrical appliances, high voltage electric cables or radio transmitters.

Note : when connecting the optical audio digital cable:

1. Remove the protection cap from the connector and connect it firmly as shown on the drawing.

2. Keep the protection cap and always reattach the cap when the connector is not in use, to keep it dustfree.

Basic Playback Operations

Regional coding

Your DVD player has been designed to process regional management information that is stored
on DVD discs. DVD discs that have different regional codes to that of your player cannot be
played.The regional code for your player is 2 (Europe,the Middle East,South Africa,Japan).ALL
means all regions.When you buy a disc check that it bears the correct logo.

Operating the DVD player

Switch on your TV set.

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2. Press the button on the remote control or the STANDBY/ON button located on

the DVD player's front panel.

Playback

Press the OPEN/CLOSE button on the front of the appliance or on the remote control

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to open the disc tray.

2. Put the disc in with the printed side upwards (in the case of a single-sided disc).

3. Press OPEN/CLOSE button again to close the disc tray.Play starts automatically.If a menu

appears,

one of its options can be selected to start playing the disc. Select it and press ENTER

button.

4. Press STOP to stop plabutton yback.

Notes:The player stores the point where playback was interrupted. If you pr buttoness PLAY again, playback resumes

from this point.To stop playback completely or to start again from the beginning, press STOP button twice.
If the player is left in STOP mode for more than one minute without any user inter action, a screen saver is activated.

Accelerated play

While the disc is playing, press the REV or FWD button one or more times to vary the
speed and direction of the accelerated play.

Still image

While the disc is playing, press PAUSE/STEP once for freeze frame.

Note:

After five minutes in PAUSE with no user interaction, the player goes into screen saver mode.

Frame advance (DVD and VCD only)

While the disc is playing, press PAUSE/STEP once.

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2. Press the PAUSE/STEP button a number of times to advance forward image by image.

3. Press PLAY button to r esume normal playback.

Variable slo

While the disc is playing, press SLOW button.

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w motion (DVD and VCD only)

2. Press the SLOW button repeatly to change slow speed.

3. Press PLAY to rbutton esume normal playback.

Changing chapter/track

While the disc is playing, press the SKIP or SKIP button to go immediately to the
next or previous chapter, or to the next or previous track.
Or enter the track number with the number buttons.

Zoom (DVD,VCD and JPEG)

While a disc is playing, press the ZOOM button until you reach the zoom size you require.

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2. Move from one area to another using the , , and buttons.

Note : Under Zoom function for JPEG file , press ZOOM button goes to Zoom x 1 mode, then Press the REV or
FWD button a number of times to vary the Zoom steps which you want, then press ZOOM to quit Zoom mode.

Play modes

Repeat playback

While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT button repeatedly to select a play mode:

DVD:Repeat Chapter, Repeat Title, Repeat Off;
VCD and audio CD: Repeat Track, Repeat All, Repeat Off;

A-B repeat

To repeat a sequence between two points A and B, press the A-B button at the beginning of
the sequence you want to repeat.Then press the A-B button again at the end of the sequence
Then the sequence is played repeatedly until you press A-B to resume normal playback.

Programme playback (DVD,VCD and audio CD)

With this option,you choose and programme the playback order.You can store up to 20 tracks.

1. Insert a disc.

2. In playing and stop mode, press the PROGRAM button. The Program menu appears.

3.

Use the num ber button s to enter the title number and then the chapter nu mber
(for DVD) or the track number ( for VCD and Audio CD).

4.

Use CURSOR but ton mov ing to the next inpu t. Repeat step 3 unt il programm ing is
comp leted.

High light the "Start " icon, press ENTER button to start the progra m play.

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6. Press the STOP button to stop the programme playback.

to cancel the programme playback.

Press the

SHUFFLE playback

You can play all the tracks on the disc in a shuffle order (chosen by the player).

1. Insert a disc.

2. Press the SHUFFLE button during playback. "SHUFFLE" appears.Once all tracks have

been played, the player automatically stops playback.

3. Press the SHUFFLE button again to stop random playback.

Advanced functions

Audio (DVD,VCD and audio CD)

Some discs have several audio tracks used for different languages or different audio formats.

To change the language or audio format during play, press the
times to select one of the available audio formats or languages.

Note:This option is only available if the disc offers a number of dialogue languages or audio formats.

AUDIO button one or more

Status menu

Press the OSD button, a number of times during playback to show in turn:

DVD:Title elapsed time, Title remaining time, number of title, number of Chapter, Chapter

elapsed time and Chapter remaining time.

VCD and audio CD: Single elapsed time, Single remaining time,Total elapsed time and

PBC (VCD)

The PlayBack Control function offers scenes and information which can be selected interactively
via a menu.It can also be used to display high-resolution pictures, if the disc contains any.

TITLE button to access the PBC menu and the MENU button to turn the PBC

Press the
function on and off.

Total remaining time.

GOTO a desired section

Press the GOTO button to play ata desired title,chapter or time.

DVD disc

1. Press the GOTO button to select GOTO mode.

2. Press the DOWN button highlight desired item and then press ENTER button.

TITLE : Input title number.
CHAPTER : Input chapter number

AUDIO : select audio channel
SUBTITLE : select subtitle
ANGLE : select angel
CH TIME : input chapter time
REPEAT : select repeat mode
TIME DISP. : select time display mode.

TT TIME : Input time h:mm:ss

3. Press ENTER button.

CD disc

1. Press the GOTO button repeatedly to enter different GOTO modes.

Disc Go To :--:-- Input desired time of the disc
Track Go To :--:-- Input desired time of the track
Select Track :-- Input desired track number

2. Press ENTER button.

Playback of mp3,WMA, JPEG and DivX files

mp3 is an audio file format which compresses recorded music. It was developed in
collaboration with .The main advantage of the mp3 format is that it means CD-

quality m

usic tracks can be stored on a personal computer in user-friendly compressed files.

Your player is an Official DivX Certified™ product that plays DivX 5, DivX 4, DivX 3,

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and DivX VOD video content, in compliance with DivX Certified™ technical requirements.

Playing mp3, WMA or DivX files

Before inserting a disc, check that it is compatible with the player.

1. Open the tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE button.

2. Place the disc with the printed side facing up and close the tray.The disc's contents are displayed.

3. Select a folder using the and buttons on the remote control, then press ENTER

button to see the f older's contents.

4. Press the STOP button to stop playback.

5. To go back to the folder list, press the button in stop mode.

Note: During playback you can use the SKIP or SKIP button to go back to the previous file or go on
to the next one.

Repeat playback

While the disc is playing, press the REPEAT button repeatedly to select a play mode:
mp3 and WMA :Repeat One, Repeat Folder,Folder (=Off).

Karaoke connection

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Complete the video and audio connections referring to this manual.

Karaoke do NOT function through Digital Audio outputs.

NOTE

Connect the L,R or 5.1 channel decoded output for karaoke.

Connect microphones to the MIC jack 1 and/or 2

Turn the MIC LEVEL switch 1 and 2
Power on the a Karaoke disc.
Switch on the

unit and play
microphone.

anti-clockwise to the lowest level.

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on the front panel.

on the front panel.

OPEN/CLOSE button

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Turn the MIC LEVEL switches 1 and/or 2 clockwise, slowly to a suitable level.
Press AUDIO

NOTE

Do not hold the microphones too close nor direction toward the loud speakers,
otherwise, howling may occur.
If howling still occurs, turn the MIC LEVEL anti-clockwise.

button to select the disc Karaoke channel (depends on disc design)

Player menus

Using the player's menus

Press the SET UP button to display the player's main menu. Select a menu icon ( , ,

, , ) using the

and buttons. Press

the

buttons to select an option.Then

to a previous menu using the

button again.

The General Setup menu

TV Display

Depending on the format of the DVD disc, you can choose the picture format best suited to
the format of your TV screen.

Select a format using the and buttons and press

Normal/PS: reproduces a 4:3 picture without distortion,

Normal/LB: gives best reproduction of pictures recorded in this format (i.e. with

Widescreen: reproduces 16:9 format films in full on a 16:9 screen.

Menu Language

To change the language of the player menus, choose the language using the and
buttons and press

Last Memory

When the player is stopped during DVD/VCD playback,the player will memorize the last
scene of the playback.When the disc is loaded again,playback will continue from the last scene.

ON: Activate the last memory function.
OFF: Deactivate the last memory function.

Note:This function will not be activated if the playback is stopped by pressing STOP button twice.

To rent (purchase) DivX VOD files

DivX VOD files are downloaded after paying a rental from certain commercial websites. Prior
to downloading a VOD you need to input the registration number of your DVD player on the
purchase form on the site.
Follow the instructions below to find the registration number of your player: insert a disc and
press the SET UP button and then the ZOOM button. Write down this VOD 8-character
registration number so that you can fill in the form on the website you purchase your DivX
VOD files from.

Note: If you cannot pl ay a DivX VOD file recorded on a CD-R disc af ter downloadin g it, the rental period
allocated du ring purc hasing from the website may have expired. It is also possi ble that the recorded file is not
compatible w ith your player because o f different versions or incorrect download parameter s.The p arameters
used when co pying to CD-R may be ano ther reason for this. Since it is not possible here to supply all the
information, parameters and advice relating to the use of DivX VOD files , we recommend that you visit
specialist w ebsites suc h as www.divx .com/vod.

horizontal bands at the top and bottom of the screen) or in 16:9,

ENTER button to confirm.

The Audio Setup menu

Note :

Dynamic

You can use this function to control the different sound levels via dynamic compression. It
improves the quality of the sound track at a low volume and quietens the loudest sounds.

Select an option using the and buttons, and press

Note:This function is available only on DVD discs recorded in Dolby Digital.

Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under

license from Dolby Laboratories.

The Video Setup menu

Component

Choose the type of video signal that the
player will accept.

RGB : this gives the best quality picture output from the TV AUDIO VIDEO OUT SCART socket.

Progressive

YUV Interlace : used when a YCrCb monitor is connected to the 3 component video sockets.

YUV Progress. :used when a YPrPb monitor is connected to the 3 component video sockets.

Note :

the composite (CVBS) video signal output from the TV AUDIO VIDEO OUT SCART socket remains

available whatever selection has been made.

The Preferences Setup menu

Note:The Preferences Setup menu is only available at stop mode.

TV Type

In addition to PAL DVDs and VCDs, you can enjoy NTSC films as well (a 50Hz or 60Hz PAL

compatible TV set is required). If the pictures from the DVD being played appear in black

and white on your screen, try changing the colour standard.

Set the function to PAL or NTSC and press

and buttons.Then select one of the available options using

the button to access the submenu and use the and

press

ENTER button to confirm your selection. Return

button.

To exit from the player menus,

ENTER button to confirm:

®

ENTER button to confirm.

TV or monitor connected to the back of your

ENTER button to confirm.

press the

SET UP

Audio

To change the dialogue language, choose the language using the and buttons and

ENTER button to confirm.

press

Subtitle

To change the subtitle language, choose the language using the and buttons and press

ENTER button to confirm.

Disc menu

To change the language of the disc menus, choose the language using the and buttons
and pr

ess

ENTER button to confirm.

Parental Control

Playback of some DVDs can be limited according to pre-determined level
(KID SAFE/G/PG/PG 13/PGR/R/NC 17/ADULT).

1. In the Preference Setup menu,highlight the

2. Highlight the desired settings and press

3. Enter the 4- digits password and press

4. Press

SETUP

button to save the setting and quit.

PARENTAL

ENTER

ENTER

button to confirm.

selection and press

button to confirm.

ENTER

button.

The Password Setup Menu

This option allows you to set or change the password.

1. Press ENTER to enter the Change Password menu.

2. To change the password, enter the current four-digit password in the “Old Password” box.
Then enter the new password in the “New Password” box.You are then prompte to enter
it again in the “Confirm Password” box to confirm and press OK.

Additional Information

Troubleshooting

The appliance does not switch on.

Mak

e sure it is plugged into a mains socket.

Press the button on the remote control or the
of the appliance.

STANDBY/ON

It is impossible to read the disc.

Insert the disc with the printed side facing up.
Check that the disc can actually be played by this device (see below).
Check that the disc's regional code matches the player's regional code.This player's

regional code is 2.
Clean the disc (see below).

There is no picture.

Check you have switched on the TV set.
Check the connections.
Select the AV input assigned to the player on the TV.

The picture is of poor quality (with snow or lines).

Check the connections.

There is no sound or the sound is of poor quality.

Check the connections.
Turn on the audio equipment connected to the player, if any.

The remote control does not work or works only intermittently.

Check that batteries are inserted or change them.
Aim the remote control at the appliance.The infrared beam must not be blocked or

interrupted.

The subtitles do not appear

Check that the DVD disc provides subtitles.
Refer to the section on how to display subtitles.

.

The disc menu language is not the correct one.

The disc menu language has not been set up.
The language of your choice is not available on the disc.

Forget Password

If you forget your own password, enter “9999” to reset.

Precautions

Use

If your appliance has been stored in a cool place for any length of time,during a journey
for example, wait for about 2 hours before using it.

The openings located on the top and bottom are for ventilation and must not be obstructed.

During thunderstorms, we recommend that you isolate the appliance from the electrical
supply so that it is not damaged by electrical or electromagnetic surges.

This appliance is designed for continuous use.Switching off the DVD player to stand-by mode
does not disconnect it from the mains supply.To completely isolate the equipment,remove the
plug from the mains socket as some components remain connected to the electrical supply.

If you notice any burning or smoke, disconnect the appliance immediately to avoid any risk
of electrocution.

Do not attempt to look inside the appliance through the disk tray opening or any other
opening.You may be electrocuted or exposed to laser radiation.

This appliance is for domestic use only and must not be used for industrial purposes.

Total or partial copying of recordings protected by copyright legislation, without the
explicit permission of the holder of the rights, contravenes current legislation. Copying or
downloading music files for sale or any other business purpose constitutes or could
constitute a violation of copyright law.

button on the front