Thomson DPL4000 User Manual
Thomson multimedia
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92648 Boulogne Cedex
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www.thomsonscenium.com
DPL4000 Audio Video Receiver User’s Guide
Safety Information
Rating Information: At bottom 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.
CAUTION
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
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
SHOCK HAZARD,
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PR ODUCT
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
OR ELECTRICAL
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Table of Content
Safety Information
Getting Started
Unpacking the Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Inserting Batteries into Remote Control .3
Set Up and Maintenance of the
Receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Protect your Components from
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Connecting to Audio-Visual
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Digital Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Component Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Connecting Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connecting the Subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . .6
Positioning your Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Front Speaker Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Surround Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Advanced Surround Setting . . . . . . . . . .8
Test Tone / Channel Balance . . . . . . . . . .9
Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Factory Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operating your Receiver
Receiver Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Your Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Switching On/Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Show and Hide Control Panel . . . . . . . .13
Selection of Audio/Video Source . . . . . .13
Using the receiver to play a Source . . . .14
Operating the Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Advanced Sound Control
Sound Enhancement Systems . . . . . . . .19
Fine Setting of Components . . . . . . . . .21
Speaker Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Fine Setting of the Speakers . . . . . . . . .24
Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Receiver/Tuner Operation . . . . . . . . . .25
Remote Control Operation . . . . . . . . .25
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Cleaning the Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Equipment Specifications . . . . . . . . . .25
Care and Maintenance 26
Universal Remote Control
TV Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
VCR/SAT Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
DVD/CD Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Language Codes 30
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Getting Started
Unpacking the Receiver
You should receive the following items:
2
One receiver unit
One pair of “AA”
batteries
One Pig-Tail
Antenna Wire
One external AM
loop antenna
one audio cable
(two wires) with red and
white RCA connectors;
One Thomson
Universal Remote
Control
one video cable
(single wire) with yellow
RCA connectors;
• one instruction book;
• one Quick Connection Guide
• one Thomson Warranty Card
ON/ECO
MUTE
PHONES
Thomson
Warranty
Card
HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER DPL 4000
SOURCE
VOLUME
SURR.
DSP
MODE
OPEN/CLOSE
MODE
BASS/TREBLE
AUDIO RL
V-AUX
LEVEL
VIDEO S-VIDEO
+ -
+ -
Getting Started
Inserting Batteries into Remote Control
1. Press the part indicated and
push in the direction of the
arrow to open the battery
compartment door.
2. Insert two AA(LR06) batteries according to the + and signs on the battery compartment.
3. Press to close the cover.
To use the remote control,
point it directly at your
receiver.
Set up and Maintenance of the Receiver
IMPORTANT NOTE
• Provide spaces for sufficient ventilation as indicated
below. If the space is insufficient, the unit may overheat resulting in malfunction and shorter life time.
• 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.
• 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"
5 cm/
2"
ON/ECO
MUTE
HOME THEATER AUDIO VIDEO RECEIVER DPL 4000
PHONES
OPEN/CLOSE
10 cm/4"
VOLUME
BASS/TREBLE
AUDIO RL
V-AUX 2
VIDEO S-VIDEO
LEVEL
10 cm/
4"
Getting Started
Connecting to Audio-Visual Components
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NOTE
Before making any connections, check that
the unit is switched off. With volume turned
down to a low level, switch power on only
after all connections have been made.
S-VIDEO
If your video component has a S-Video jack
included, you can make use of it to enjoy enhanced
video quality by connecting it to the relevant SVideo jack at the rear side of the receiver. One Svideo cable is needed for each component. When
S-Video cable is used, composite video (yellow
RCA connector) cable must also be connected for
VCR recording.
Note: Before plugging in the optical cable or
S-Video cable, make sure to match the shape of the
plug and jack, otherwise, you will not be able to plug
in completely.
SAT
to VIDEO OUT (SAT)
to S-VIDEO OUT (SAT)
to AUDIO OUT (SAT)
MONITOR OUT
The composite, S-Video output is for
connecting to TV or Video Monitor to
view video sources connected to
Composite video input (DVD, VCR,
V-AUX, SAT), S-Video input (DVD,
SAT) respectively. The current mode
(DVD, CD etc...) determines which
input video source should be
directed to the Monitor outputs.
SUBWOOFER OUT
The Subwoofer pre-out allows
for connection to a sub-bass
speaker system with its own
external or integrated power
amplifier ("active" subwoofer).
TV
to VIDEO IN (TV)
to AUDIO OUT (TV)
to S-VIDEO IN (TV)
to AUDIO OUT (CD)
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 on pg 20 chapter
"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
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.
DIGITAL OUTPUT
Tape Deck
to LINE OUT (Tape Deck)
to LINE IN ( Tape Deck )
DVD
to S-VIDEO OUT (DVD)
Connect components capable
of recording digital signals
(e.g. MD, CD recorder player)
equiped with a optical input.
to VIDEO OUT (DVD)
to AUDIO OUT(DVD)
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. S-video provides the best connection for the video portion
of the signal. Composite video (yellow RCA connector) can also be used. It is important that the same type
of cable (S-video or composite) that is connected from the Home Theater to the TV is used to connect the
SAT receiver or DVD player to the Home Theater.
to AUDIO OUT (VCR)
to VIDEO OUT (VCR)
to VIDEO IN (VCR)
VCR
to AUDIO IN (VCR)
FRONT TERMINAL
Remark: If you have a video camera,
video game machine, or an extra
VCR, connect it to VAUX input at the
front of the receiver
Getting Started
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Digital Connections
Read instructions carefully when connecting components to the receiver.
Digital In Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3), DTS
or PCM signals when compatible components are
connected.
Component Connections
Component Video In & Out
The Component Video Input is linked to DVD and SAT
modes. Selecting DVD or SAT mode will route a
component video signal connected to the Component
Video IN sockets to the Component Video Out sockets. Using dedicated high-quality video cable (not
provided), connect the input from a device equipped
with Component Video output such as a DVD player.
Connect the Component Video output to a display
device (TV, monitor) to the Monitor outputs.
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 and snap into place as shown
below in AM Loop Antenna.
2. Press down on the Antenna tab to open the terminal
COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)
Connect to coaxial digital output of
DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible
devices.
to COAXIAL OUT (DVD / CD Player / SAT)
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)
Optical Fiber Cable
Connect to optical digital output of
DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible
devices.
to OPTICAL OUT
(DVD / CD Player / SAT / TV)
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT
Connect to recording device like
CD, CDRW player, DVD recorder, mini disc etc.
DVD / CD Player / SAT
SAT / DVD / CD Player / TV
TV
DVD
to COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT (DVD)
SAT
to COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT (SAT)
to COMPONENT
VIDEO IN (TV)
Antenna
Wire Connection
Push terminal tab down to
insert wire.
NOTE: Make sure the insulation
ends of the Antenna
Release tab to lock wire in
the terminal.
is completely removed from the
wires at all connection
points.
Getting Started
AM Loop Antenna
Connecting the Speakers
Speakers
There are 5 speakers jacks on the back of the unit (2
front, 1 center, 2 rear). In order to enjoy good surround effects, all five 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.
If you want to enjoy full range of sound effects, with
small speakers, it is a must to use the subwoofer with
the speakers to maintain adequate bass signal.
Connecting the Speakers
To connect the speakers, rotate the speaker jack
counter-clockwise. Insert the speaker wire into the
terminal. Secure the wire in place by turning the
speaker jack clockwise.
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
Adding a Subwoofer will increase bass response.
Connect the subwoofer wire to the SUB OUT jack on
the back of the unit.
This receiver offers a high flexibility for user to use a
large variety of speakers and subwoofers. For more
information please refer to section “Fine Setting of
the Speakers” in “Advanced Sound Control” on page
24.
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HINT
• For FM reception, extend antenna to its full
length and arrange the Antenna as a T Shape
• For AM reception, rotate the antenna horizontally to get better reception.
To connect the speaker cords
Getting Started
Positioning your speaker
1 Left, Right (Front Speakers)
They carry primarily music and sound effects
2 Center
In surround mode, the center speaker carries much of
the dialogue as well as music and effects. It should be
set between the left and right speakers.
3 Surround (Rear Speakers)
Their 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 heightens involvement with
the action on the screen. It is therefore recommended to connect subwoofers when small speakers are
used.
Magnetic shielding
Speakers placed less than two feet from the TV set
must be magnetically shielded in order to prevent
picture distortion.
It is not recommended to place the rear speakers
near the TV set.
Front Speaker Placement
Even if you can't duplicate this ideal home theater
setup exactly, the suggestions for speaker placement
that follow will help you get good results.
Alignment
Align the center speaker evenly with (A), or slightly
behind (B), the left and right speakers, but not ahead
of them.
Advanced Setting
Angle
Placing the left and right speakers to form a 45degree angle with your favorite viewing position will
duplicate the soundtrack mixer's perspective.
Height
The three speakers should be as close as possible to
the same height. This often requires placing the center speaker directly atop (A) or beneath (B) the TV
set.
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B
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
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