THOMSON
46, quai Alphonse Le Gallo
92648 Boulogne
Cedex FRANCE
TOCOM
www.thomson.net
DPL5000 Audio Video Receiver User’s Guide
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Table of Contents
Safety Information
Table of Contents
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
Using Headphones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Connecting to Audio-Visual
Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Digital Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
TV Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Connecting the Antennas . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Connecting the Speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Connecting the Subwoofer . . . . . . . . . . .6
Positioning your Speaker . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Front Speaker Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Advanced Settings (Main and Center) . . .7
Preferred Surround Placement . . . . . . . .8
Advanced Setting (Surround / Rear) . . . .8
Test Tone / Channel Balance . . . . . . . . . .9
Factory Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operating your Receiver
Receiver Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Switching the Unit On/Off . . . . . . . . . . .13
Selection of Audio/Video 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
Input Signal Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Digital Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Analog Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
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
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.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PR ODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
IMPORTANT
INSTRUCTIONS
ACCOMPANYING
THE PRODUCT.
THE LIGHTNING
FLASH AND ARROWHEAD WITHIN THE
TRIANGLE IS A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
"DANGEROUS
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE 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.
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.
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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.
The product comply with California Proposition 65,
details refer to this procedure requirement in
Tocom#55971960.
Getting Started
Inserting Batteries into Remote Control
Install batteries as follows:
1. Remove the battery compartment door by applying
thumb pressure on battery door and then lift the
door out and off the cabinet.
2. Insert 2 “AAA” (R03) batteries into the battery
compartment according to the + and - signs in the
compartment and replace the compartment door.
3. To use the remote control, point it directly at your
receiver.
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.
Using Headphones
To listen privately through your audio
system, use the PHONES jack on the
receiver. However, make sure you
turn down the volume before you
put on the headphones. Increase the
volume to the desired level after
headphones are in place.
Once headphones are connected, “HEADPHONE DOWN
MIX 2 CHANNEL” will scroll on display. This feature
automatically converts multi-channel speaker outputs to
2 channel stereo for your listening pleasure.
Hearing Comfort & Well-Being
• Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing
experts advise against continuous extended play.
• If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce
volume or discontinue use.
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Getting Started
Unpacking the Receiver
You should receive the following items:
2
ON/ECO
SUBWOOFER SOURCE
SURROUND
PRESET
VOLUME
PHONES
+ -
+ -
One receiver unit
One pair of “AAA”
batteries
One pig-tail
antenna wire
One external AM loop
antenna
PR
SUBWOOFER
SURROUND
TUNER
DVD 6CH
ST MONO
RDS
PTY
EQUALIZER
LEVEL
NIGHT
GUIDE
SET UP
TUNER -
TUNER +
SAVE
TAPE CD
AUX 1
(VCR)
AUX 2
(SAT CABLE)
• one instruction book;
• Thomson Warranty Card;
• one Quick Connection Guide
One Remote Control
Thomson
Warranty
Card
10 cm/4"
5 cm/
2"
10 cm/4"
10 cm/
4"
10 cm/
4"
Front View
Side View
one audio cable (two
wires) with red and
white RCA connectors;
Unpacking The Speakers
• one set of speakers include 1 set of left and right
front speakers, 1 center speaker, 1 subwoofer and 1 set
of left and right rear speakers.
• 6 speaker wires including:
1 X silver wire with
white/black band for
front left speaker
1 X silver wire with
purple/black band for
subwoofer
1 X silver wire with
green/black band for
center speaker
1 X silver wire with
red/black band for front
right speaker
1 X silver wire with
blue/black band for rear
left speaker
1 X silver wire with
grey/black band for rear
right speaker
one Video cable
Getting Started
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Getting Started
Connecting to Audio-Visual Components
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to LINE OUT (Tape Deck)
to LINE IN ( Tape Deck )
RL
CD
IN
IN
OUT
SAT IN
DVD IN
IN OUT
TV IN
DIGITAL
S-VIDEO
TAPE
VCR
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT
TO TV
TV
CD
DVD
SA
T
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CD
DVD
SAT
COAXIAL
DVD IN SAT IN
OUT TO TV
VIDEO
AUDIO
DIGITAL INPUTS
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" (refer to pg 20)
carefully to adjust the
matching input settings.
CD Player
TV
VCR
SAT
Tape Deck
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 2 optical and 1 coaxial digital input for the connection of your components. Connect your components (e.g.
DVD, SAT or CD) to the appropriate digital inputs and refer to the "Input Signal Setting" section on page 20 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 Theatre to the TV is used to connect the SAT receiver or DVD player to the Home Theatre.
If your CD player is equipped with digital optical jacks,
use of optical cable is preferred. What you need is just
one more digital optical cable (not supplied). Plug it in
the digital input jack of the receiver and select
OPTICAL 1 or 2 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 / VCR output.
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 S-Video jack at the rear side
of the receiver. One S-video 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.
to AUDIO OUT (TV)
to VIDEO IN (TV)
to S-VIDEO IN (TV)
to VIDEO OUT (SAT)
to AUDIO OUT (SAT)
to S-VIDEO OUT (SAT)
to AUDIO OUT (VCR)
to VIDEO OUT (VCR)
to VIDEO IN (VCR)
to AUDIO IN (VCR)
to AUDIO OUT (CD)
to S-VIDEO OUT (DVD)
to AUDIO OUT (DVD)
to VIDEO OUT (DVD)
6 CH. EXTERNAL INPUT
6 CH. INPUT
Connect
components
capable of
outputing 6
channal signals
(e.g. DVD).
Digital Connections
Read instructions carefully when connecting
components to the receiver.
Digital Input 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 / video 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
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.
FM Antenna
Insert the FM pig-tail antenna into the FM Antenna
jack on the back of the unit.
SAT / DVD / CD Player / TV
COAXIAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)
Connect to coaxial digital output of
DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible
devices.
OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO)
Optical Fiber Cable
Connect to optical digital output of
DVD, CD, SAT or other compatible
devices.
DVD / CD / SAT
RL
CD
IN
IN
OUT
SAT IN
DVD IN
IN OUT
TV IN
DIGITAL
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
S-VIDEO
FM
ANTENNA
AC ~ 120V 60Hz
TAPE
VCR
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT
TO TV
TV
CD
DVD
SAT
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CD
DVD
SAT
COAXIAL
GND
AM
LOOP
DVD IN SAT IN
OUT TO TV
VIDEO
AUDIO
4‰
FR FL
SR
SL
CEN
SUB
8‰
SPEAKERS
4‰
DIGITAL
TV
CD
DVD
SAT
12
CD
DVD
SAT
COAXIAL
HINT
• For FM reception, extend antenna to its full
length.
• For AM reception, rotate the antenna
horizontally to get better reception.
FM
ANTENNA
GND
AM
LOOP
RF modulator
TV
RF cable
AV cable
The diagram shown above may varies from your actual RF
modulator, please refer to your RF modulator manual.
AV in
AV out
RF in RF out
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.
4 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.
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.
It is not recommended to place the rear speakers and
subwoofer 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 45-degree
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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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
One for each speaker, is needed for connection. Press
down on the tab to open the terminal and insert the
wire. Release tab to lock wire in the terminal.
Speaker Polarity
When connecting the speakers, make sure the polarities
of speaker wires and terminals are matched (“+”
speaker wire to “+” on the receiver). 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 provided.
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FRONT SPEAKERS
REAR SPEAKERS
SUBWOOFER
CENTRE SPEAKER
SILVER WIRE WITH
GREEN/GREY BAND
SILVER WIRE WITH
PURPLE/GREY BAND
SILVER W
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BLUE/GREY BAND
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Release tab to lock wire in
the terminal.
NOTE: Make sure the insulation
is completely removed from the
ends of the Antenna and
speaker wires at all connection
points.
Antenna and Speaker
Wire Connection
Push terminal tab down to
insert wire.
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Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
Courtesy Dolby Laboratories
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