3633633D DTI 6300 COMMON USER MANUAL
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Contents
10 Safety Information
11 Accessories
12 Introduction
13 Remote Control
14 Connections
16 Basic Operation
17 Using the Quick TV Guide
18 Using the Menus
19 Using the Programme Guide
21 TV Favourites
22 Using your Programme Library
24 Using Planned Recordings
26 Recorder Functions
27 Set-Up
30 Choose Your Channels
34 Troubleshooting
37 Technical Specifications
37 Product Details
38-39 Terms and conditions
40 Warnings
41 Index
Safety Information
Quick Start Guide
Getting Started
Using Your DTR
Setting Up
Information
Index
Turn on/off sound (on
the TV).
“Quick” key to the
Top Up TV services.
Sets the remote
control to DTR mode.
Displays the TV
listings screen.
Controls the TV sound
level.
Navigation in
menus and
programmes
(up/down for
channels, Left/right
for time).
Takes you from
delayed TV in
memory to live TV
.
Rewind and -24Hr in
the TV listings.
Stop recording or
playback.
Current programme
information. Skip back in
recordings.
Controls the Audio & Video
signals sent to the TV.
Used to select the
corresponding colour
option shown on the
screen.
Turns the DTR (or TV)
on or off.
Sets the remote
control to TV mode.
Display the recorded
programmes screen.
Displays the DTR main
menu.
Up/down channel or
page (in menus).
Chooses the
highlighted option or
confirms your
selection. Also
activates Quickfind
(fast channel
selection).
Navigates back up
from menus.
Fast forward and
+24Hr in the TV
listings.
Pause/ Play a
recording or pause
live TV.
Top half is Pause
Bottom half is Play
Make an instant
recording of a current
programme by pressing
and holding for 3
seconds.
Access digital text
services. Skip forward
whilst watching
recordings.
Subtitles on or off.
Enter channel
numbers or
information into
menus.
Enter channel numbers or
information into menus and
“swap” between tuners and hard
disk drive.
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Quick Start Guide
A Quick-Start Guide to setting up your
Thomson Top Up TV+ Digital TV Recorder
First things first
Did the retailer check your postcode for Digital TV reception?
If not, you should contact your retailer or try one of the following to ensure
you live in a Freeview coverage area:
• Text your postcode to 83331 (standard rates apply)
• Visit www.freeview.co.uk or www.dtg.org.uk/consumer
• Call Freeview on 08708 809980
Please note:
In order to receive the best digital signal, you may need an aerial upgrade.
For more information go to:
http://www.digitaluk.co.uk/how_do_i_switch/your_aerial
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Six quick and easy steps to get you up and running
Step 1
Unpack your Digital TV Recorder (DTR) and check you have all the
following accessories:
• Remote Control
• SCART lead
• Aerial lead
• Mains lead
• Remote control TV set-up codes
• 2 x AA batteries to place in your remote control
IMPORTANT: Disconnect the power to all your existing equipment.
Now place your DTR where you want to keep it and connect it to your TV as
shown in the diagram, by following these simpe instructions:
ADBC
Step 2
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A Unplug the aerial cable from your VCR (or TV) and plug it into the Aerial In
socket of your DTR.
B Using the aerial lead supplied, connect the RF Out socket on your DTR to the
Aerial In socket of your VCR (or TV).
C Using the scart lead supplied, connect the TV SCART socket on your DTR to
the AV1/EXT1/AUX1 scart socket at the back of your TV.
D And lastly, connect the mains lead to the Mains Input socket on your DTR
and switch on at the mains. Reconnect the power to all your existing
equipment and Turn your TV on.
When you plug your box into the power supply or when it is updating, a redamber light will be displayed for about 45 seconds. You must wait for it to
change to solid red or green before pressing any buttons.
Step 3 – Your DTR is ready to scan for channels
Press the DTR button on your remote. The button will momentarily flash. This will
confirm that the remote control is working correctly. Now wait for the light on
the front of your DTR to turn from red to green.
Your TV should now automatically switch
to the DTR input and display the image
shown. If this does not happen, using
your TV remote, manually select the TV
SCART input to which you have
connected your DTR. Refer to your TV
handbook if required, but it is likely that
the TV remote button will be labelled ‘AV’
or have this symbol
Once you can see the image on screen displayed here, and have ensured all
connections are correct, press on your remote.
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Step 4 – Channel Scan
You will see this screen showing that your
DTR is now searching for all available
channels.
In the event that your DTR does not find
any channels, or has missed some, see the
section on what to do if your Installation
fails, on page 9.
When your DTR has successfully found all channels, your DTR will search for and
install the extended 14 day Programme Guide software. Please note that when
you start to use the extended guide after installation, that this may take up to
24 hours to fully populate.
Step 5 – Parental Control
You will now be prompted to set up the
Parental Control PIN for your DTR. For Top
Up TV subscribers, this controls who will
have access to the extra programmes, which
are downloaded automatically to your DTR
every night. The Parental Control PIN will
not control or restrict access to Freeview
programmes (your default PIN is 0000.)
If children have access to your DTR, it is advisable to select the maximum
appropriate viewing certification now, in order to restrict access. E.g. by selecting
12, you will restrict access to programmes rated 15 or higher.
Once you have completed this step, press on your remote.
For more parental control options please refer to page 28.
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Step 6 – TV Favourites set up
With TV Favourites you’ll get up to 600 carefully selected programmes
downloaded to your Top Up TV+ DTR every month. That’s up to 150 extra
programmes available at any one time on top of your normal Freeview channels.
You can also upgrade to PictureBox which gives you an additional 30 movies a
month or take ESPN, a must-have for sports fans.
Press OK
Using your DTR remote control, now switch to channel 16 and check you are
getting a picture. If you are not getting a picture on channel 16, please refer to
the Troubleshooting section for help.
To activate the extra channels available from Top Up TV, please refer to your
welcome pack.
It may take up to 24 hours for your first TV Favorites programmes to appear
in your DTR library, but you will be able to watch your Freeview channels
right away.
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To ensure the best operation of your DTR, we recommend that you leave your
DTR in STANDBY whenever it is not in use. Note that turning the power off at the
mains will prevent your DTR from receiving Top Up TV programmes.
If the installation fails, check the points below and try to rescan
for channels again.
• Check that all the connections have been made as shown in the diagram on
page 6 and the power is switched on to all of the equipment.
• Check that the batteries in the remote control are in the right way round
and press the DTR button. Check that the DTR button flashes when pressed.
• Make sure the TV aerial is connected directly to your DTR (1st in chain).
• Check any signal boosters are Digital TV compatible and switched on.
• Repeat the installation by following the channel scan instructions on page 8
of the main user manual.
If the installation still fails, please refer to the
Troubleshooting guide and/or the help pages on the website
topuptv.com
You may also call Top Up TV on 08444 159 159 for further
assistance.
If your viewing card has not been inserted into the DTR for 5 days after receipt,
then you may need to call Top Up TV on 08444 159 159 to reactivate the
viewing card.
Quick Start Guide
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Safety Information
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● Place the recorder on a flat and hard surface. Do not place any objects (e.g.
newspapers) on or under the recorder.
● If placed in an enclosed unit, the all-round distance between the recorder and the
sides of the unit must be at least 10cm. Do not allow the vent slots in the sides or
underneath to become obstructed.
● Do not place the recorder in the immediate vicinity of a heat source or in direct
sunlight as this would prevent appropriate cooling.
● During a thunderstorm it is recommended that you disconnect the recorder from the
mains and aerial to prevent damage from lightning strikes.
● Never open the recorder as this will invalidate your guarantee.
This symbol on your set guarantees your product complies with European
Directives 2006/95/EC, 89/336/EEC on safety and Electromagnetic compatibility.
Environmental Information
The batteries use some hazardous substances which are very polluting for the
environment. Do not throw them out. Remember to dump them in collection points.
CLEANING - Dust will collect on the unit and can be removed with dry clean cloth.
Do not spray any substances directly on to the unit.
In order that you may enjoy this product for a long time it is important that you observe
the following points when installing and operating your recorder.
Note: In order to disconnect this equipment completely from the mains it is necessary to
withdraw the plug from the wall socket. Please ensure that the plug remains accessible
at all times. As soon as the mains plug is inserted into the wall socket it will become
powered and commence its initialisation sequence. When complete the unit will remain in
its standby mode until activated by use of either the remote control or front panel stand-
by button .
● Disconnect the recorder from the mains supply before you connect the recorder to
(or disconnect it from) any other equipment. Remember that contact with 230 Volt AC
mains can be lethal or cause severe electric shock.
● This recorder is intended for the reception of TV picture and sound signals. Any other
application is expressly prohibited.
● Do not expose the recorder to any moisture. The recorder is intended for use in dry
rooms. If you wish to operate it in the open air, make absolutely sure that it is
protected against moisture (rain, splashes, etc.).
● Do not place any object filled with water (vases or similar) on the recorder.
The OFF button on the remote control and on the recorder itself, does not completely
disconnect the unit from the mains supply, but switches operating power on and off.
Accessories
Aerial lead Scart lead
Remote
Control
User Manual
Quick Guide
Mains Lead
2 x AA
Batteries
Remote control
TV set-up codes
Safety Information
Remote Control
Using your DTR Remote to control your TV
The DTR remote control is capable of controlling the common functions of your TV. Locate the
“Remote control TV set-up codes ” sheet from your accessories and find your make of TV on the
list. Note the four digit number(s) applicable to your TV. On the DTR remote Press TV, , now press
and hold OK and AV together. The TV button will flash twice. Now enter the 4 digit code relating
to your make of TV. Again the TV button will flash twice. If an invalid code is entered, the TV button
will only flash one long flash.
Make sure that the entered code is the right one for your TV by
pressing the ‘active’ buttons from the list below. If your TV does not
respond, repeat the sequence with the next available code in the
table. Once you are sure that the code is correct you can write it
down in the box to the right and on an identical label on the inside
battery door of your DTR remote control.
Controlling your TV set
TV Sets the remote control unit in TV mode (by pressing once)
and enables you then to control your TV set.
Switches the TV set on or off
Vol. +/- TV Volume control.
Switches sound off or on again.
CH +/- Switches channel or selects an AV socket.
AV Selects an AV socket.
0 to 9 Change channel or enters digital values.
TEXT Access Teletext pages (On /Off).
‘Play’ button Access Teletext pages (Off)
Colour buttons Enables you to use the Teletext function on TV sets.
Insert the batteries into the handset as shown. Point the remote
control at the DTR and press the DTR button. The DTR button will
flash once to confirm that the remote control is working correctly.
Important information regarding the batteries
Do not mix different types of batteries or new and old batteries. Do
not use re-chargeable batteries. Do not throw batteries into a fire,
do not recharge them. Remove the batteries from the remote control
if you are not going to use it for several weeks. Immediately remove
any leaking batteries. Take care in doing this, as leaking batteries may cause burns to the skin or
other physical injury.
Inserting the batteries
Please respect the environment and prevailing regulations.
Before you dispose of batteries ask your dealer whether they
are subject to special recycling and if they accept them back.
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Introduction
Congratulations on your choice of this state-of-the-art Digital Television Recorder (DTR). We hope
you will enjoy all the new features this technology brings to your home for many years. Your DTR
is going to revolutionise the way you watch TV.
You can pause live TV, for example while you answer the phone and then resume watching where
you left off. You can also record two different channels at the same time. Delayed viewing, fastforward and rewind functions allow you to play and replay the sports action without having to
worry about the rest of the game which is still being recorded. These features could make you lose
track of time, but fortunately the LIVE TV button brings you back to the present instantly.
Your dealer should have checked your postcode for reception, but the availability of Digital Signals
does depend on the transmitter(s) available to your receiving aerial. If you have any doubt about
this availability, please contact your dealer, or try one of the following:
• Text your postcode to 83331 (standard rates apply)
• Visit the websites
www.freeview.co.uk or www.dtg.org.uk/consumer
• Call FREEVIEW on 08708 809980
If you experience reception problems, check page 35 for some suggestions
or for more information go to
http://www.digitaluk.co.uk/how_do_i_switch/your_aerial
NOTE : This product can be upgraded from software updates broadcast over the air to your
recorder. Top Up TV reserves the right to transmit software updates that it would consider
appropriate in order to improve the functionality of the product, without degrading the quality
level.
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