THT101
Digital
Terrestrial
Receiver
User manual
Bedienungsanleitung
Manuel d’utilisateur
Manuale utente
Manual del usuario
Nàvod k obsluze
Korisnički priručnik
Look, Listen & Live
www.thomsonstb.net
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INSTRUCTION 2
1.1 Safety Instructions 2
1.2 Storage 3
1.3 Equipment Set-up 3
1.4 Accessories 3
1.5 Usage of external USB devices 4
2.0 CONNECTION 4
2.1 Connecting to TV and Terrestrial Antenna 4
2.2 Connecting to a DVD/Video Recorder 4
2.3 Connecting to a Digital Audio Amplifier 4
3.0 YOUR RECEIVER 4
3.1 Front Panel 4
3.2 Rear Panel 4
3.3 Remote Control 5
3.4 Default PIN- code: 0000 5
3.5 Installing the Batteries 6
3.6 Using the Remote Control 6
4.0 FIRST TIME INSTALLATION 6
5.0 MAIN MENU 6
5.1 Channel 6
5.2 Installation 8
5.3 Setup 9
5.4 Tools 10
5.5 Media+ 12
5.6 Time shift and Recording functions 13
6.0 OPERATION 14
6.1 Changing Channels 14
6.2 Accessing the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) 14
6.3 Accessing the favourite channels 14
7.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING 15
8.0 SPECIFICATIONS 16
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THOMSON declares that this item complies with the basic requirements and other
relevant regulations of directives CE 2004/108/EEC and 73/23EEC; RoHS 2002/95EEC
Subject to alterations. In consequence of continuous research and development technical
specifications, design and appearance of products may change. All product names are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
27 Sep 2011 21:47
© THOMSON 2011. All rights reserved.
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1.1 Safety Instructions
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of not isolated dangerous voltage with the inside of the product that may
be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Read All Instructions – Before you use the product, read all operation instructions, For more information
on accessories such as the lithium ion battery, refer to the manuals provided with those products.
Save These Instructions – Save all safety and operating instructions for future reference.
Heat Warnings – Read carefully and follow all warning labels on the product and those
described in the instructions.
Follow Instructions – Follow all instructions provided with this product.
Cleaning – Always unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use only a damp
cloth for cleaning. Never use any type of liquid or aerosol cleaner, or any type of organic solvent
to clean this product.
Attachments – For your safety and to avoid damaging the product, use only accessories
recommended by THOMSON.
Water and Moisture – Never use this product around water (near a bathtub, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, wet basement. swimming pool or in the rain)
Location – To avoid damage to the product and prevent personal injury, never place this product
on an unstable stand, tripod, bracket, Follow the instructions that describe how to safely mount the
product, and use only the mounting devices recommended by the manufacturer.
Power Sources – Connect this product only to the power source described on the product label. If
you are not sure about the type of power supply in your home, consult your local power company.
Refer to instruction pages for information on using the product with a battery.
Grounding, Polarization – If this product is used with a specified AC adapter, the adapter may
be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug with one blade wider than the
other). This safety feature allows the plug to fit into the power outlet only one way. If you cannot
insert the plug into the wall outlet, pull it out, reverse it, and have the receptacle replaced.
Protecting the Power Cord – The power supply cord should be placed so it will not be
walked on. Never put a heavy object on the power cord or wrap it around the leg of a table or
chair. Keep the area around the power cord connection points, at the power outlet, and at the
product connection, free of all AC adapter or accessory power cords.
GENERAL PRECAUTIONS - SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Lightning – If a lightning storm occurs while using a specified AC adapter, remove it from the wall
outlet immediately. To avoid damage from unexpected power surges, always unplug the AC adapter
from the power outlet and disconnect it from the receiver when the receiver is not in use.
Overloading – Never overload wall outlets, extension cords, power strips, or other power
connection points with too many plugs.
Foreign Objects, Liquid Spillage – To avoid personal injury caused by fire or electrical shock
from contact with internal high voltage points, never insert a metal object into the product. Avoid
using the product where there is a danger of spillage.
Heat – Never use or store this product near any heat source such as a radiator heat register,
stove, or any type of equipment or appliance that generates heat, including stereo amplifiers.
Servicing – Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Attempting to remove the covers or
disassemble the product, could expose you to dangerous high voltage points.
Damage Requiring Service – If you notice any of the conditions described below while using a
specified AC adapter. Unplug it from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel:
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1. Liquid has been spilled onto the product or some other object has fallen into the product.
2. The product has been exposed to water.
3. The product does not operate normally despite following operating instructions. Adjust
only the controls described in the operating instructions ad improper adjustment of other
controls could damage the product and require extensive repair word by a qualified
technician.
4. The product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
5. The product exhibits distinct change in performance.
Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, mare sure that the authorized
service centre uses only parts with the same characteristics as the originals, as recommended
by the manufacturer. Unauthorized substitution of parts could result in fire, electrical shock, or
create other hazards.
Safety Check – Upon completion of servicing or repairs, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that the product is in good working order.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Where the mains plug or all-pole mains switch is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
1.2 Storage
Your receiver and its accessories are stored and delivered in a packaging designed to protect
against electric shocks and moisture. When unpacking it, make sure that all the parts are
included and keep the packaging away from children.
When transporting the receiver from one place to another or if you are returning it under
warranty make sure to repack the receiver in its original packaging with its accessories. Failing
to comply with such packaging procedures could void your warranty.
1.3 Equipment Set-up
We recommend you consult a professional installer to set up your equipment. Otherwise,
please follow these instructions carefully:
Refer to the user manual of your TV and your antenna.
Make sure that the SCART cable and outdoor components of the antenna are in a good
condition and the SCART connections are well shielded.
This manual provides complete instructions for installing and using this receiver.
The following symbols will serve as follow.
WARNING:
Indicates warning information
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TIPS: Indicates any other additional important or helpful information
MENU Represents a button on the remote control or the receiver
(Bold Character)
Move to Represents a menu item within a window
(Italic Character)
1.4 Accessories
1 User Manual
1 Remote control unit
2x Batteries (AAA type)
1 Infrared Extender
INSTRUCTION
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NOTE: The batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, electrically short-circuited or be
mixed or used with other types of batteries.
If rechargeable accumulators instead of batteries are going to be used, we recommend using
(e.g. NiMH) types with low self-discharge to ensure long time operation of remote control.
1.5 Usage of external USB devices
It is recommended to use USB 2.0 storage devices. If your device is not compatible to USB
2.0 specifications, recording, playback and other multimedia functions of the receiver would not
work properly.
To ensure best performance of your USB storage device please format it by this receiver (menu
Media+ Disk Format) to FAT32 system. Not all file systems are supported by the receiver.
When using an external USB HDD (Hard Disk Drive) with the receiver, please note that some
HDD’s might draw more power than the receiver can deliver (5V/800mA). If so, please connect
your USB HDD to an appropriate external power adapter.
THOMSON cannot guarantee compatibility with all types of USB storage devices.
It is advised not to store important information on USB storage devices used with the receiver.
Always make backups of data on USB storage devices before using them with the receiver.
THOMSON will not take responsibility for any loss of information or circumstances caused by
loss of information.
2.0 CONNECTION
2.1 Connecting to TV and Terrestrial Antenna
To receive the broadcast signal, the terrestrial antenna cable should be connected to the ANT
IN connector at the back of the receiver.
2.2 Connecting to a DVD/Video Recorder
2.3 Connecting to a Digital Audio Amplifier
Connect your Digital Audio Amplifier with the S/PDIF connector on the back of the receiver
3.0 YOUR RECEIVER
3.1 Front Panel
3.2 Rear Panel
1. USB To connect a USB device
2. IR IN To connect the IR extender
3. ANT IN To connect an antenna for reception of broadcasting signal.
4. TO TV To connect a TV set or to connect an extra receiver.
5. TV SCART Connector
To connect your receiver with your TV set using a SCART cable.
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Fig. 2
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6. DVD/VCR SCART To connect to a Video or DVD recorder
7. S/PDIF Coaxial To connect your receiver to digital audio amplifier.
8. Power Cord Your receiver requires a voltage of 220 - 240 V AC (Auto-selectable),
50/60 Hz +/-5 %. Make sure to check the power specification before
connecting your receiver to the wall outlet.
3.3 Remote Control
1. FAV Favourite group selection
2. q Turns the receiver On/Standby
3. TV/R Toggles between TV and RADIO mode
4. 0~9 Channel selection or value input
5. PG-/PG+ Scroll page wise in lists
6. BACK Switches between the two last watched channels
Shows the actual channel information
7.
p/q Menu Off: Change channel to previous/next.
8.
t/u Menu Off: Increases/decreases the volume level.
9.
10. OK Menu Off: Displays the current channel list
11. MENU Opens the main menu/ in menu you will get one step back
12. EXIT/SORTIE Steps back to the previous menu or sub-menu
13. GUIDE Shows the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) in TV mode
14. V+/V- Volume up/down
15. ! Mutes audio output of the receiver
16. P+/P- Programme +/- (up/down in lists)
17. SUB Shows the list of subtitle languages
18. TXT Shows teletext on OSD (On Screen Display)
19. AUDIO Shows the list of audio settings
20. LIST Opens the recordings list in viewing mode (if storage device is connected)
21. OPT No function
Switches between TV and VCR mode
22.
23. : No function
24. 5 6 Fast rewind / Fast forward
25. " Performs slow motion in mpg and recording playback
26. 4 Starts recording of the current broadcast
27. 1 Starts playback of the selected file in Media Player
28. 2 To start Timeshift in viewing mode, in Multimedia for Pause
29. 3 Stops recording or playback of the selected file in Media Player
30. RED For Teletext functions. Different functions in the specific menus.
31. GREEN For Teletext functions. Different functions in the specific menus.
32. YELLOW For Teletext functions. In viewing mode freeze picture. Different functions
33. BLUE For Teletext functions. Different functions in the specific menus.
Menu On: Moves the cursor up/down.
Menu On: Change settings for specific Menus
Menu On: Activates the highlighted menu item.
in the specific menus. Pause during playback of recorded files from the
list and during timeshift.
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3.4 Default PIN- code: 0000
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3.5 Installing the Batteries
Remove the battery cover from the remote control and put 2xAAA size batteries inside the
compartment.
The diagram inside the battery compartment shows the correct way to install the batteries.
1. Open the cover 2. Install batteries 3. Close the cover
The batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, electrically short-circuited, be mixed
NOTE:
or used with other types of batteries.
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3.6 Using the Remote Control
To use the remote control, point it towards the front of the receiver. The remote control has a
range of up to 7 metres from the receiver at an angle of up to 60 degrees.
4.0 FIRST TIME INSTALLATION
If you use the receiver for the first time, the Easy Install menu appears. Use p/q to select
Region, OSD Language, Antenna Power and Scan Mode and
p/q buttons to move focus to Search and press OK to proceed with the automatic
use the
channel scan.
t/u to select options. Then
5.0 MAIN MENU
In viewing mode press MENU at any time to enter the Main Menu. It consists of the following
submenus: Channel, Installation, Setup, Tools and Media+
5.1 Channel
1. Use the p/q buttons to select Channel and press OK to enter.
2. Use the
3. Press EXIT/SORTIE to get back to the previous menu level.
NOTE:
5.1.1 TV Channel list
1. In Channel submenu select TV Channel List with the p/q buttons and press OK to enter.
2. Use the
3. With the
5.1.1.1 Edit
Use this menu to lock, skip, delete or rename channels or add them to a favourite list. Press
numeric button 1 to enter the Edit menu.
Highlight a channel with the
to select all channels. Selected channels will be marked. This way of selection can be executed
for each of the edit functions.
Favor
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p/q buttons to highlight the desired item and press OK to select.
You can also press OK in TV mode to enter the channel list.
t/u buttons to change channel group (assumed you have already set up
Favourite groups).
p/q buttons select the channel you wish to watch. Press OK to watch the
selected channel in full screen mode.
p/q buttons and press OK to select or press numeric button 0
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To add selected channel or all channels to a favourite group, press the 1 button. Use the p/q
to select a desired group and press OK. With
press OK to save. Selected channels will be marked with a folder symbol.
Lock
Press 2 to Lock one channel or all channels. Use
window and press OK to save. Selected channel/s will be marked with the LOCK symbol.
Skip
Press 3 to Skip one channel or all channels. Use
and press OK to save. Selected channels will be marked with ENTER and will be skipped
during channel zapping in full screen mode
Delete
Press 4 to delete one channel or all channels. Use
window and press OK to save.
Rename
To rename a channel press button 5. When all desired changes are made, for saving select OK
in this Rename menu and press OK.
Press EXIT/SORTIE to leave the menu without saving.
t/u select Yes in the confirmation window and
t/u to select Yes in the confirmation
t/u to select Yes in the confirmation window
t/u to select Yes in the confirmation
5.1.1.2 Find
Press the button 2 to enter Find menu.
p/qt/u buttons to highlight desired letters or numbers and press OK to insert.
Use the
After each inserted character, the receiver will search for channels matching your input and list
them accordingly.
Press EXIT/SORTIE to quit Find mode.
5.1.1.3 Sort
Press 3 to enter Sort menu.
p/q to highlight the desired sort option and press OK to confirm.
Use
Default: Sorting by found Order (from lowest to highest frequency).
Name (A-Z): Sorting in Alphabetical Order.
Name (Z-A): Sorting in reversed Alphabetical Order.
FTA: Free-To-Air channels will be placed first in the list.
Lock: Unlocked channels will be listed first, followed by all locked
channels.
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5.1.1.4 Move
Press 4 to activate the Move function.
The selected channel will be marked with the
selected channel to the desired position. Once all desired changes are made, press OK and
select Yes in the confirmation banner to save your changes, or No to quit without saving.
symbol. Use the p/q buttons to move the
5.1.2 Radio Channel list
The operation of Radio Channel List is the same as in TV Channel List. Since there is no video
information in Radio mode, the radio background will be displayed in the preview window on
the right.
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5.1.3 Delete all Favourites and Groups
Use this menu to delete all favourite channels. Select Delete All Favourites with p/q and
press OK. Use
No to cancel.
t/u to select Yes in the confirmation window and press OK to delete or select
5.1.4 Delete all
Use this option to delete all channels. Select Delete All with p/q and press OK, then enter
the Password (default:0000). In the confirmation window select Yes with
delete or select No to cancel.
t/u and press OK to
5.1.5 Group Rename
In this menu you can change the name of favourite groups. Use p/q to select Group
Rename and press OK to enter.
1. Select a group with
p/qt/u to navigate the on screen keyboard. Highlighted characters can be
2. Use
inserted by pressing OK. After entering the desired group name, highlight OK at the
keyboard and press OK on the remote control to confirm.
3. Press EXIT/SORTIE to leave without saving your changes.
p/q and press OK.
5.2 Installation
5.2.1 Auto Scan
1. Use p/q to select Installation and press OK to enter menu.
p/q to select Auto Scan and press OK to enter the menu.
2. Use
3. Change the Scan Mode with
only or All for all channel search.
p/q to highlight Action and select Reinstall to create a new channel list or Update to
4. Use
update the current channel list with newly found channels.
p/q to highlight Search and press OK to start auto scan.
5. Use
5.2.2 Channel Scan
1. Use p/q to select Installation and press OK to enter the menu.
2. Select Channel Scan with
t/u to select the desired Scan Modes – By Channel or By Frequency.
3. Use
4. When By Channel is selected, use the cursor buttons to select Scan Band and Channel
No. When By Frequency is selected, use the cursor buttons to select Frequency and
Bandwidth. Set Network Search to ON or OFF, highlight Search and press OK to start
scanning. Found channels will be stored and the receiver will switch to the first channel in
the list.
t/u. Options are: Free for searching Free To Air channels
p/q and press OK to enter.
5.2.3 Antenna Setting
1. Press MENU to enter main menu.
p/q to select Installation and press OK to enter the menu.
2. Use
3. Select Antenna setting with
t/u to change the setting. If On is selected, the receiver will provide 5V antenna
4. Use
power on the antenna input (for active antennas).
5. Press EXIT/SORTIE to exit.
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p/q and press OK to enter.
5.2.4 LCN Mode
If LCN (Logical Channel Numbering) is activated and LCN signal is provided by the operator,
channels will be stored in operator defined order. You can activate/deactivate the LCN function
by setting the LCN Mode to ON or OFF.
5.3 Setup
This menu allows you to set OSD Language, Subtitles preference, TV System, Region and
Time, Timer Setting, OSD Setting, Parental Lock and Auto Standby.
p/q to highlight the desired menu and press OK to proceed. Select the desired item with
1. Use
p/q. Settings can be changed with the t/u buttons. To get a better overview of possible
settings, press OK first. Now you can select settings with
2. Press EXIT/SORTIE to get back to the previous menu level.
5.3.1 OSD Language
This menu allows you to set the OSD Language.
5.3.2 Subtitles preference
This menu allows you to set the preferred Subtitles Language.
Subtitles Type this option is active only when Denmark is selected as country.
5.3.3 TV System
This menu allows to change settings concerning your TV set.
Display Mode: PAL/NTSC/AUTO
Aspect Ratio: Use this menu to configure the screen aspect. Possible settings
are: 4:3PS (Pan&Scan), 4:3LB (Letter Box), 16:9 (Wide Screen) and
AUTO.
Video Output: Use this menu to switch the video output mode between RGB and
CVBS.
5.3.4 Region and Time
Here you can set your region and time zone.
Region: This option is used for changing the region setting.
GMT Usage: This setting allows you to turn the usage of GMT time on or off.
The options are: Off / User Define / By Region
GMT Offset: This option is valid only when User Define is selected in GMT Usage
menu.
The GMT offset range is -11:30 ~ +12:00, in 30 minutes steps.
Date/Time: Date and Time options are valid only when Off is selected in GMT
Usage menu. Press OK followed by numbers to change the date
and time.
Time Display: When set to On, the receiver will display the current time on screen.
To turn this feature off, select Off.
p/q and confirm with OK.
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5.3.5 Timer Setting
Use this menu to setup programme timers or sleep timers.
Programme timer
Timer Number: You can set up to 8 timers
Timer Mode: Off/Once/Daily/Weekly/Monthly
Timer Service: TV Service/Radio Service
Wake-up Channel: You can select any channel as wake-up channel.
Month/Date/Day: Use
Time: Press OK to input the time with the numeric buttons.
Duration: Press OK to input the timer duration with the numeric buttons.
Auto Record: When set to On, the receiver will record the timed event on the
Sleep Timer
You can set the receiver to power OFF in 10 min, 30 min, 60 min, 90 min and 120 min
automatically.
p/q to select the start month, date and day.
When you leave the programme timer, a saving window appears.
t/u to select Yes in the confirmation window and press OK
Use
to save your settings or No to cancel.
connected USB device. Select Off to disable automatic recording of
the event.
5.3.6 OSD Setting
This menu allows you to change settings for: Subtitle Display, OSD and Transparency. You can
also restore the default OSD settings here.
Subtitle Display: To set the subtitle to Standard or OFF.
OSD Transparency: To set the OSD transparency from Off ~ 50%.
OSD Timeout: To define how long the information banner is to be shown (5S~10S)
Load Default OSD Setting: To clear all OSD settings and reset to default value.
5.3.7 Parental Lock
This menu allows you to protect the installation menu or channels with a password. And
you can change the Password here. When entering the menu you will be asked to input the
password (default: 0000).
Menu Lock: Locks the installation menu. You can set menu lock to ON/OFF.
Channel Lock: Off/Manual/Age: 4 - Age: 18
New Password: Input your new password here to change the password.
Confirm Password: Input your new password again to confirm the new password.
5.3.8 Auto Standby
This option allows you to enable or disable Auto Standby. The default setting for Auto Standby
is ON. The receiver will switch to standby automatically when it doesn’t receive commands from
the remote control for three hours. To avoid the automatic switch off, set Auto Standby to OFF.
5.4 Tools
Press MENU to enter Main Menu. Select Tools with p/q and press OK to enter.
p/q to highlight the desired menu and press OK to enter.
1. Use
2. Press EXIT/SORTIE to leave.
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5.4.1 Receiver Information
This menu displays relevant receiver information like the Receiver Model, Software version,
Signature, and our website www.thomsonstb.net.
1. In Tools menu, select Receiver Information and press OK to open receiver information.
2. Press EXIT/SORTIE to leave.
5.4.2 Game
This menu allows you to play games (Tetris, Snake and Othello) on this receiver.
1. Select Game in Tools menu and press OK to enter the game menu.
p/q to select a desired game, and press OK to enter the game. Highlight Start and
2. Use
press OK to start the game. For changing levels highlight Setup and use the
t/u buttons.
3. Press EXIT/SORTIE to quit the game.
Press OK during a game to pause playing.
NOTE:
5.4.3 Load Factory Default
This option allows you to reset the receiver to factory settings, which clears all stored channels
and settings.
WARNING:
to factory default! Please use with caution.
This option will permanently delete all your settings and channel lists and set your receiver
1. Enter Tools menu, select Load Factory Default and press OK. You are asked to input your
password.
2. Input the correct password using the numeric buttons (the default password is “0000”). A
confirmation window will be displayed.
3. Select Yes to return back to factory settings and clear all channels. Select No to cancel.
4. Press EXIT/SORTIE to exit.
5.4.4 Software Upgrade
1. Enter Tools menu, select Software Upgrade and press OK. The Software Upgrade menu is
shown.
p/q to select Upgrade by Storage and press OK. You are asked to input the
2. Use
password.
3. Input the correct password (the default password is 0000). The Software Upgrade
submenu will be opened.* Then select the correct software file and press OK to start. A
message will be displayed to confirm the update process. Select Yes to confirm or No to
cancel.
4. Press EXIT/SORTIE button to leave.
the Software Upgrade menu will open only if a properly formatted USB storage device is
NOTE:
connected to the receiver.
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WARNING: After an update the receiver restarts automatically! During this process NEVER disconnect
the receiver from the mains or switch OFF the power! This can damage your receiver and will void the
warranty.
NOTE: This receiver is equipped with an over the air update function, which might not be
operational in your broadcast region. For further details visit our website www.thomsonstb.net or contact your
local Service line.
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5.5 Media+
The Media+ menu consists of following submenus: Media Player, Record Manager, Removable
Disk Information, Record Settings, Safely remove storage device and Disk Format.
1. Press MENU to enter main menu. Select “Media+” and press OK to enter Media+ menu.
p/q to highlight desired menu and press OK to enter.
2. Press
3. Press EXIT/SORTIE to exit.
Use the three button rows on the bottom of RCU for player operation. A description for the use
of these buttons will be displayed on screen.
5.5.1 Media Player
This function allows you to play MPEG-1, MPEG-2, audio and photo files from a connected
storage device.
1. In Media+ menu, select Media Player and press OK to enter Media Player menu.
p/q to select a desired item, and press OK or 1 to start playback.
2. Use
3. Press EXIT/SORTIE to exit.
5.5.2 Record Manager
This menu allows you to playback earlier recorded files.
1. In Media+ menu, select Record Manager and press OK to enter Record Manager menu.
p/q to select the desired recording and press OK to start playback.
2. Use
3. Press EXIT/SORTIE to exit.
During playback, it is possible to perform the following actions:
YELLOW (2): to pause the playback.
65 for fast forward or fast rewind during playback (2x,4x,8x)
GREEN ("): press once to perform slow motion, every further press will change
the slow motion speed (1/2, 1/4, 1/8).
RED (3) to stop playback function.
When the playback info banner is shown on screen (activated by pressing
following actions are possible:
Use numeric button 1 to set a bookmark during the playback. Press it again to delete it. You
can also use the
Use numeric button 2 to jump between the bookmarks.
Use numeric button 3 to jump forwards in time. The length of the jump can be adjusted in
Record Settings. See chapter 5.5.4 Record Settings under Steps to (min:), for details.
To directly access your recordings from viewing mode press the LIST button on the remote
control.
p/q to select a desired recording and press OK to start playback.
Use
t/u buttons to select the position.
or BLUE), the
5.5.3 Removable Disk Information
In this menu you can view information about the connected USB storage device.
1. In Media+ menu, select Removable Disk Information and press OK to enter this menu.
2. Press EXIT/SORTIE to exit.
5.5.4 Record Settings
This menu allows you to set the time for Timeshift, define Record Type, set Standby Mode and
Record Recovery.
1. In Media+ menu, select Record Settings and press OK to enter this menu.
p/q to select a desired item and use t/u to change settings.
2. Use
3. Press EXIT/SORTIE to exit.
Timeshift Time(min): Maximum shifted time 10/20/30/40/50/60 minutes.
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Record Type: TS/PS (TS mode will record all broadcasted data, including
Standby Mode: ON/ OFF (If set to On, the receiver will go to standby mode when a
Record Recovery: ON/ OFF (If set to On, the receiver will continue to record after a
Step to (min): 0.5 / 1 / 3 / 5 / 10 minutes. Defines the jump interval during the
subtitles)
timed recording has ended.)
power cut.)
playback of a record.
5.5.5 Safely Remove Storage Device
In Media+ menu, select Safely Remove Storage Device and press OK to safely remove the
USB device. A message will then be displayed.
5.5.6 Disk Format
1. In Media+ menu, select Disk Format and press OK to enter this menu. The receiver will ask
to input the password (default:0000).
The receiver displays the current Device and Partition. Furthermore the available Capability in
GB is shown.
2. In FileSystem The USB device can be formatted in FAT file system.
WARNING:
Press EXIT/SORTIE to get back to Media+ menu.
Formatting will permanently delete all data on your storage device !!
5.6 Time shift and Recording functions
Please connect a USB device to the USB port of your receiver. Wait a few seconds after the
sign for connected device is shown on screen. Now you are ready to start Time shift or to
record a broadcasted programme.
Time shift
Time shift function allows you to watch a programme in time shifted mode.
Press 2 in viewing mode. Now you can use
time. Press OK to confirm. In case the info banner is not shown, press the
show it again.
Time shift and Record
To perform this action, press 4 followed by the YELLOW or 2 button.
Stop Time shift
To stop Time shift, press EXIT/SORTIE or
Yes to stop Time shift or select No to continue Time shift.
Record
There are 3 different ways to record programmes: Instant recording, recording from EPG and
recording via timer
Instant recording
Press 4 in viewing mode to start an instant recording of the current channel.
To adjust the record duration, press 4 again. Insert the time with the numeric buttons and press
OK to confirm. Then press EXIT/SORTIE to remove the message from the screen. Press RED
(3) to stop recording.
t/u to move the cursor to the desired point in
button to call it up/
p/q. A confirmation window will appear. Select
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Press the GUIDE button to enter the programme guide. Select an event and channel with the
buttons described on screen. Once the desired event is highlighted, press 4 / 4 to plan a
timer on this event. The event time will be copied into a free Programme Timer. It is possible to
adjust the start and duration time for this timed event.
Manual scheduling
It is possible to manually set a record via the Timer menu. For details refer to chapter 5.3.5
Timer Setting.
In case there is not enough space on the connected USB device, the recording operation
NOTE:
will stop automatically. The maximum allowed Time shift setting is 1h. Available record types: TS: Transport
stream including Teletext, subtitles etc. PS: Programme stream for video and audio only. With THT101 you
can watch one programme while recording another one within the same frequency.
WARNING: Please consider that Time shift needs min. 0.58 GB free space on the USB device and an
accurate Time shift function is depending on the speed of the used USB device.
6.0 OPERATION
6.1 Changing Channels
There are 4 ways of channel selection: stepping through the channel list, selection by number,
from the on-screen channel list, and by using the electronic programme guide (EPG)
1. Stepping through the channel list
To move through the channel list, use the
2. Selection by direct channel number input
Enter the channel number directly by using numeric buttons, and press the OK button to select
the channel.
3. Selection by on-screen channels list
You can select the required channel directly from the on-screen channel list. To call up the
channel list, press OK in viewing mode. Alternatively, the list can be displayed using the
receiver’s main menu. See chapter 5.1.1 TV Channel list in this manual for operation details.
4. Selection via EPG
You can also select the required channel directly from electronic programme guide (EPG).
To display the EPG, press GUIDE on remote control. See chapter 6.2 below for details.
p/q buttons on the remote control.
6.2 Accessing the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)
1. Press GUIDE to enter EPG menu.
2. Use numeric button 2 to switch the highlight between channel list, events schedule of the
selected channel and now/next events.
3. In the event schedule, press numeric button 3 to book a timer for the highlighted event.
Press OK to open the Detail menu for the selected event.
4. Press numeric button 1 to open the Booking list menu.
6.3 Accessing the favourite channels
1. In viewing mode, press FAV to enter the favourite group menu.
p/q to select the desired favourite group.
2. Use
3. Press OK to enter the favourite channels list, and use
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p/q to select the desired channel.
7.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING
There may be various reasons for abnormal operation of the receiver. Check the receiver
according to the procedures shown below. If the receiver does not work properly after checking
it, please contact your local Service line or THOMSON dealer. Alternatively you can send a
support mail via our website: www.thomsonstb.net. DO NOT open the receiver cover. It may
cause a dangerous situation and will void the warranty.
Problem Possible cause What to do
IR sensor light not lit Mains lead unplugged/
No signal found Aerial is disconnected
No picture or sound
on TV
Scrambled channel
message
No response to
remote
control
Forgotten PIN code Contact local Service Hotline or
After moving the
receiver to another
room / area you
are no longer able
to receive digital
reception
The receiver
switches off
automatically.
The USB storage
device is not
correctly working
multipoint connector switched
off
Mains fuse blown
Aerial is damaged/misaligned
Out of digital signal area
Active antenna requires to
switch ON antenna power/
external power
Scart is not selected on your TV
TV or DVD/VCR is not
connected to the mains.
Receiver is switched to DVD/
VCR scart input.
TV is not switched on
Channel is scrambled Select alternative channel
Receiver off
Remote not aimed correctly
Front panel obstructed
Remote batteries exhausted
Antenna signals are too weak/
coming from different antenna
Antenna feed may come
through a distribution system
which may reduce the digital
signal
Auto Standby function enabled. Disable auto standby. See section
Wrong format or other reasons See chapter 1.5 Usage of external
Check mains lead /switch
multipoint connector on
Check fuse
Check aerial lead
Check aerial
Check with dealer
Switch receiver’s Antenna Power
ON/ connect external power
Switch to correct Scart input on TV
Connect your TV or DVD/VCR to
the mains.
Press the
Switch TV on
Plug in and turn on
Aim remote at front panel
Check for obstructions
Replace remote batteries
send email to our Support via
www.thomsonstb.net
Press the
to call up signal bars and adjust
antenna for (maximum) reception
or rescan channels
Try a direct feed from the antenna
or try to use an active room
antenna
5.3.8 for details.
USB devices
on remote control
button on remote 3x
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8.0 SPECIFICATIONS
Demodulator
Demodulator: COFDM; 16-QAM/64-QAM
Transmission mode: 2 K - 8 K
Video Decoder
Profile level: MPEG-2 MP@ML
Video resolution: 720 x 576 pixels (PAL), 720 x 480 (NTSC)
Decoding & Video Out: PAL & NTSC
Aspect ratio: 4:3, 16:9
Audio Decoder
MPEG MusiCam Layer II
Sampling rate: 32, 44.1, 48 KHz
Audio mode: Stereo, Joint Stereo, Dual Mono, Mono
Tuner
Front End: DVB-T, UHF & VHF Tuner
Input frequency range: 174 – 230 MHz (VHF) and 470 - 862 MHz (UHF)
Loop through frequency range: 47 - 862 MHz
Input signal level: -82 ~-20 dBm
Multimedia
Video playback – MPEG1 and MPEG2 encoded (mpg)
Audio playback – MP3 and WMA formats
Picture view – JPEG format
* THOMSON cannot guarantee the playback of external video files, which have not been recorded by this device
Memory and System:
Flash memory: 1 MByte
SDRAM: 8 MBytes
Connectors
ANT IN - IEC Female
TO TV - IEC Male
TV SCART (RGB, CVBS)
DVD/VCR SCART– Composite Video, Audio L/R
S/PDIF: coaxial output
USB 2.0 port, 5 V DC / 800 mA (max.) supported
IR IN: External Infrared sensor input
General Data
Supply Voltage: 220 - 240 V AC (SMPS), 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 4.20 W (typ.), 5 W (max)
Power consumption in Standby: 1.17 W
Operating Temperature: 0 ~ 40 °C
Storage Temperature: -30 ~ 80 °C
Operating Humidity Range: 10~85%, RH, Non-condensing
Size (WxDxH) in mm: 168 x 93 x 38
Net-weight: 0.36 kg
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