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Accessories provided........................................................................2
Inserting the batteries ..............................................................2
Basic connections ......................................................................3
About your device ......................................................................4
Placing the DTH 8000 in service ..............................................4
Using the remote control unit correctly......................................4
Switch on your DTH 8000 and your TV set ..............................4
Automatic channel search ........................................................5
Sorting the channels..........................................................................6
Clock setting ......................................................................................6
Manual channel search ..............................................................7
Channel update ..................................................................................8
Clock setting ......................................................................................8
Sorting the channels..........................................................................8
Satellite or cable receiver..........................................................9
(infrared) controller cell ..................................................................9
List of satellite receiver codes......................................................12
List of cable receiver codes ..........................................................12
Sockets and cables (inputs) ..........................................................13
Sockets and cables (outputs) ........................................................14
Front sockets (inputs) ....................................................................15
The buttons on the front ........................................................16
The messages on the display ..................................................17
TV Functions ....................................................................................17
With a disc........................................................................................17
Other indications ............................................................................17
Description of keys in DVD mode..............................................18
Controlling a TV set........................................................................19
Controlling a satellite or cable receiver ....................................19
Remote control - Code A-B ........................................................19
Programming the remote control..........................................20
Automatic code search ..................................................................20
Manual programming ......................................................................20
To watch TV Programmes ......................................................21
Record the current programme ............................................22
Stop recording ..........................................................................22
Programming a recording ......................................................23
Naviclick programmes guide ..................................................25
Consulting the TV guide with Naviclick ....................................25
Recording through the Naviclick TV guide................................25
Recording from a memory card ............................................26
Recording from a connected device ......................................27
From a satellite receiver or cable receiver ..............................27
From a Camcorder or other device ..........................................27
Library ......................................................................................28
To find a Title (recording)..............................................................28
Sort by titles, Category ..................................................................29
Assign or Change the Category of a title..................................30
Show discs ........................................................................................30
Discs you can record ................................................................31
Discs you can play ....................................................................31
Interactive banners ..................................................................32
In TELEVISION mode (Operating principle) ........................32
Recording the channel being watched........................................32
With a DVD......................................................................................33
With an audio CD ..........................................................................33
With a VCD (Video CD) ..............................................................33
Loading and playing a disc ......................................................34
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Search Options..........................................................................34
Quick search of an image or a track ..........................................34
Still picture and frame advance ....................................................34
Slow motion (in Pause mode on an image) ..............................35
Skipping a chapter or a track........................................................35
Scene Againâ„¢ ..................................................................................35
Advance..............................................................................................35
Playback options ......................................................................35
Enlarging an image (zoom) ............................................................35
The disc information banner ..................................................36
Timer (DVD,VCD, CD) ............................................................36
Title or Track (DVD,VCD, CD)................................................36
Chapter (DVD)..........................................................................36
Play modes of discs (DVD - VCD) ..........................................36
(DVD - VCD - SVCD) ....................................................................37
Subtitle and dialogue language (DVD) ..................................37
Editing DVD+RW discs ............................................................38
Access to the edit menu................................................................38
The edit menu functions ................................................................38
Camera angles (DVD) ..............................................................39
PBC - Playback control menu (VCD) ....................................39
The Audio CD information banner ........................................39
Image Functions........................................................................41
Changing images ..............................................................................41
Rotating an image ............................................................................41
and the Pan and Scan function......................................................41
Disc Menu ..................................................................................42
Play Disc ............................................................................................42
Disc Title menu (DVD+/-R /RW) ................................................42
Player Menu (DVD+R/DVD+RW) ..............................................42
Playlist (CD) ......................................................................................42
Disc options ......................................................................................43
Titles Menu................................................................................44
Closing a DVD+R disc (Finishing a disc) ................................44
from the title (DVD+RW) ............................................................45
Modify the title (DVD+R and DVD+RW) ................................45
Rename recordings..........................................................................45
Language Menu ........................................................................46
Display (Language of DTH 8000 menus) ..................................46
Audio (DVD disc dialogue languages) ........................................46
Subtitles (Language of DVD subtitles) ........................................46
Disc (DVD disc menu language) ..................................................47
Parental control Menu ............................................................48
Locking ..............................................................................................48
Ratings limits ....................................................................................49
Non categorized titles ....................................................................49
Changing the code ..........................................................................49
System Options Menu..............................................................50
Digital output (audio)......................................................................50
SRS - TruSurround ..........................................................................50
Black level - Display Dimmer........................................................51
PAL/NTSC output............................................................................51
AV1 output / AV2 input..................................................................51
Stand-by mode..................................................................................51
AV link ................................................................................................51
AutoClock ........................................................................................51
Recording Options Menu ........................................................52
Recording quality ............................................................................52
SmartRecordâ„¢ ................................................................................52
VPS/PDC ............................................................................................52
Troubleshooting guide..............................................................53
NAVICLICK Settings................................................................56
NexTView Channels ................................................................57
Channels and Teletext pages (Naviclick) ................................58
Caution ......................................................................................58
Condensation....................................................................................58
Discs....................................................................................................58
For your safety ................................................................................59
DVD copy protection ....................................................................59
Remote control - Code A-B ....................................................59
Technical data............................................................................59
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up Precautions and information before connecting ...2 Accessories provided...2 Inserting the batteries ...2 Important information regarding the batteries ...2 Basic connections ...3 About your device ...4 Placing the DTH 8000 in service ...4 Using the remote control unit correctly...4 Switch on your DTH 8000 and your TV set ...4 Displays on your DTH 8000 (menus and banners) ...4 Automatic channel search ...5...
  • Page 2: Connections And Initial Set Up

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up Precautions and information before connecting • Ensure that the mains supply in your house complies with that indicated on the identification sticker located at the back of your device. Install your device horizontally, on a suitable base (furniture), with enough space around it for ventilation (7-10 cm) •...
  • Page 3: Basic Connections

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Basic connections Your DTH 8000 has many connection possibilities to allow it to fit into a setup comprising several devices.We recommend that you follow the connection setup on this page, and then carry out the adjustments shown on the following pages.You will first need to set up the channels as explained in the following pages before the final interconnection of the devices, described on pages 9 to 15.
  • Page 4: About Your Device

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up About your device Your DTH 8000 is a digital video player and recorder.Thanks to its tuner you can watch and record TV progammes on DVD+R and DVD+RW discs. It can play the majority of 8 cm and 12 cm discs, with the exception of DVD Rom, DVD Ram, and DVD audio.
  • Page 5: Automatic Channel Search

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Automatic channel search In each region,TV stations are broadcast on different channels.Your DTH 8000 cannot be factory- set to receive the TV channels of your area.You will have to set up the channels by following the automatic procedure recommended below. Note:Your DTH 8000 is equipped with the AV Link.
  • Page 6: Sorting The Channels

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up Sorting the channels A channel sorting window will appear.The picture of the selected channel is shown in the background. The automatic channel search has assigned numbers to the channels is a predefined order.These numbers may not be the numbers you would have chosen.
  • Page 7: Manual Channel Search

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Manual channel search If you want to set up a new channel, use the manual search procedure which will enable you to add a channel to the ones already set-up on your DTH 8000.The channels already stored will not be deleted.
  • Page 8: Channel Update

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up Channel update If new channels make their way into the audiovisual scene, you will have to update your DTH 8000’s list of channels. In such a case, start a new channel search from the installation menu.This set-up deletes all stored channels and resets all the channels that your DTH 8000 can receive.
  • Page 9: Satellite Or Cable Receiver

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Satellite or cable receiver Your DTH 8000 is designed to control either a cable or satellite receiver, this enables you to program the recording of satellite programmes simply by programming your DTH 8000. In this case, the device must be connected to the AV2 and IR SAT/CABL connections of the DTH 8000. Connect cables (5) (not supplied) and cable (6) the G-LINK cable (supplied) as shown below.
  • Page 10: Dth 8000 / Satellite Or Cable Receiver Settings

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up DTH 8000 / satellite or cable receiver settings Switch on your TV set, your DTH 8000, then your satellite or cable receiver. Place the receiver on channel 002. With your DTH 8000’s remote control, carry out the following settings: If the main menu is not displayed, press the Select the Setup line using the Select the Installation line using the...
  • Page 11 DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 10. Deactivating the programming of the satellite or cable receiver 11. IR controller connection Refer to the diagram on page 9, follow the instructions on the screen and press 12. Enter the receiver code 13. Press OK to start the test The DTH 8000 sends a signal to your satellite receiver via the infrared controller cell.
  • Page 12: List Of Satellite Receiver Codes

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up The list of codes is given as a guide.The codes given are generally those which are recognised by the receivers of the brands quoted. However, they may not correspond to your device if it is an older or more recent model.
  • Page 13: Sockets And Cables (Inputs)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 The connections proposed on page 3 permit the rapid connection of your DTH 8000 and ensure optimum sound, visual quality (RGB) and standards. Depending on the sockets available on your other devices or to benefit from the maximum performance of your DTH 8000 you may make other connections.The DTH 8000 has other sockets for this purpose.
  • Page 14: Sockets And Cables (Outputs)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up Sockets and cables (outputs) Optical and coaxial Out sockets (DIGITAL AUDIO OUT) The digital sound of a disc being played is permanently available on the optical and coaxial sockets of your player. Use one of these sockets by connecting it Optical socket and to a decoder or a DTS or Dolby Digital amplifier.
  • Page 15: Front Sockets (Inputs)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 The sockets located behind the flap on the front panel allow for easy connection when displaying or copying images and sound from a Camcorder or a memory card reader. PULL HERE to open flap. Front sockets (inputs) USB socket The USB socket enables you to read and/or copy from a memory card reader, JPEG images stored through a digital camera or MP3 files from an MP3 recorder.
  • Page 16: The Buttons On The Front

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Connections and initial set up The buttons on the front PULL HERE to open flap. - To switch your DTH STANDBY/ON 8000 on or off. - To select the audiovisual sources (channels or devices connected to the AV sockets): PR 1 - Channel 1, 2, 3.
  • Page 17: The Messages On The Display

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 The messages on the display TV Functions With a disc Other indications 14:48 Page 17 Connections and initial set up Main menu displayed on screen (device stopped). No function selected. Real-time viewing. TV mode activated; channel 1 being watched. Start of recording of TV program on selected channel.
  • Page 18: Remote Control

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Remote control The remote control handset supplied with your DTH 8000 is a 3 in 1 type remote control. It allows 3 devices to be controlled: your DTH 8000, a television set and a satellite or cable receiver.Thus you have remote control of all these devices by using the 3 modes: DVD,TV or SAT.CABLE that are accessed by 3 corresponding keys.This page describes the keys that control your DTH 8000 (in DVD mode).
  • Page 19: Using The Remote Control Handset To Control Your Television And Satellite Or Cable Receiver

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Using the remote control handset to control your television and satellite or cable receiver The DTH 8000 remote control handset is a 3 in 1 device that allows you to control the operation of 3 devices: your DTH 8000, a television set, or satellite receiver.This page describes the keys that control your television set and your satellite or cable receiver if they have the same functions.
  • Page 20: Programming The Remote Control

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Remote control Programming the remote control If your remote control does not control your satellite receiver (or cable) or your television set you will need to configure it using one of the two methods proposed: automatic code search or manual programming.
  • Page 21: Recording Functions

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 To watch TV Programmes Turn on your television set. Turn on your DTH 8000 using the 8000 is replaced by the word • After a few seconds the main menu of the player appears on the television screen. •...
  • Page 22: Record The Current Programme

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Recording functions Record the current programme Your DTH 8000 has recording functions similar to a video recorder. It records programmes on DVD (DVD+R, DVD+RW) type discs.The recording time depends on the quality and can be adjusted according to the time remaining on a disc or can be automatically adjusted if the SmartRecord™...
  • Page 23: Programming A Recording

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Programming a recording You can record a future programme by programming its recording time. For this you have the choice of manual programming or Naviclick programming, explained on page 25. Open the DVD tray by pressing the OPEN/CLOSE tray using the OPEN/CLOSE From the main menu (...
  • Page 24 DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Recording functions Recording quality Select a recording quality from the 6 proposed using the *1: Best, *2: High, *3: Good, *4: Normal, *5: Basic, *6: Low. VPS/PDC Activate the VPS/PDC function using the the beginning of the broadcast. If the channel broadcasts VPS/PDC signals you can avoid the consequences of any delays in broadcasting.This adjustment is only valid for this programming session and for channels received via the aerial ( Keep Timer...
  • Page 25: Naviclick Programmes Guide

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Naviclick programmes guide For certain channels your DTH 8000 offers a daily and sometimes following day TV programme guide.The information that it provides come from the Teletext and NexTView services broadcast by certain channels.The updating of Naviclik information is carried out once every 24 hours. Naviclick allows you to display on your screen the programmes of those channels and to select the broadcasts you wish to record simply by clicking on them.
  • Page 26: Recording From A Memory Card

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Recording functions Recording from a memory card Your DTH 8000 allows you to copy JPEG images or MP3 files to a recordable disc from a memory card being read in a drive connected to the front USB socket. All the files from memory card will be recorded on the disc.You can then rename them and / or delete them (To manage your recordings, see page 45).
  • Page 27: Recording From A Connected Device

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Recording from a connected device Your DTH 8000 allows you to copy TV programmes (satellite or cable) sequences, or video films from a connected device. From a satellite receiver or cable receiver If you haven’t carried out the installation to control the receiver from the DTH 8000 (recommended on page 9), you must select the AV2 socket to which it is connected (check this).
  • Page 28: Library

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Recording functions Library You can easily find the contents of your DVD+R or DVD+RW discs thanks to the library function of your DTH 8000.With each video recording the DTH 8000 places in memory the name of the disc and the recording parameters.The disc library allows you to access the following information: •...
  • Page 29: Sort By Titles, Category

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Sort by Title This is an alphabetic sorting.The titles beginning with punctuation signs are listed first, followed by those with digits and then those with letters, beginning with the letter. Sort by Category This is a sorting by category of titles where you have assigned titles to particular categories after each recording.
  • Page 30: Assign Or Change The Category Of A Title

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Recording functions Assign or Change the Category of a title This function allows you to allocate a title (or to change it) to a category in the list proposed by the DTH 8000. Select Change Genre and press Show discs This function allows you to display the menu of all the discs in the library and to carry out a search by sorting them according to remaining available time, disc number or name.You can also...
  • Page 31: Playing A Disc

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Discs you can record • DVD+R, DVD+RW - Most DVD+R discs (recordable once) and DVD+RW discs (re-recordable) of 4.7 Gb capacity. DVD+Rewritable DVD+R Recommended discs :The following list includes compatible brands of discs that have been tested with your DTH 8000.There may be other brands of discs you can use to record, but you must use a quality disc in order to record successfully (RICOH, PHILIPS,Verbatim, SONY, maxell,TDK, imation).
  • Page 32: Interactive Banners

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Playing a disc Interactive banners In addition to menus, your DTH 8000 has interactive information banners with icons representing functions or information. Some banners provide access to disc playback functions (for DVDs, CDs,VCDs, etc.) while others give you information on the channels and related functions. In TELEVISION mode (Operating principle) Turn on your TV set and your DTH 8000.
  • Page 33: In Disc Playing Mode (Operating Principle)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 In DISC PLAYING mode (Operating principle) Load a disc and press To display the banner, press the yellow Choose an icon using the chapter or a title (when the corresponding icon is selected). To remove the banner, press the yellow With a DVD Chapter 1 currently being played Title 3 currently being played...
  • Page 34: Loading And Playing A Disc

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Playing a disc Loading and playing a disc Switch on your TV set and DTH 8000. It may be necessary to turn off other appliances. If the player menu is not displayed on TV screen, select the TV set Scart Peritel socket to which you connected your DTH 8000 (see page 3).
  • Page 35: Slow Motion (In Pause Mode On An Image)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Slow motion (in Pause mode on an image) During playback press PAUSE slow motion forward or backward. Press once or several times for higher speeds.To resume normal playback press PLAY Skipping a chapter or a track (DVD - VCD - CD) During playback you can access the following or previous chapter (or track) by pressing and/or on the remote control unit.
  • Page 36: The Disc Information Banner

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Playing a disc The disc information banner Arrow Arrow left Arrow down Timer (DVD,VCD, CD) This icon shows the time elapsed since the start of playback.The time displayed is that of the title of a DVD disc during playback.The timer provides direct access to a scene or a musical passage by keying in the starting time.
  • Page 37: Repeat Playback Of A Scene Between Two Points A And B (Dvd - Vcd - Svcd)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Repeat playback of a scene between two points A and B (DVD - VCD - SVCD) A-B Repeat mode allows you to select exactly the sequence you wish to repeat. Note: repeat functions remain active until you turn them off, open the disc tray or turn off the power.
  • Page 38: Editing Dvd+Rw Discs

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Playing a disc Editing DVD+RW discs Access to the edit menu While a DVD+RW is playing, press the banner is displayed. Edit icon Use the Press the Using the choice. The edit menu functions Insert a Chapter Bookmark (DVD+RW only) During recording your DTH 8000 automatically inserts electronic bookmarks at regular intervals.These bookmarks are invisible.They partition the recording and form chapters.
  • Page 39: Camera Angles (Dvd)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 View Chapter Display a previously masked chapter.This function is only available if you have previously masked a chapter by having selected Play Full Title and having masked a selected chapter. Or if you have selected Hide Chapter during the playing of a title, but on condition that the chapter bookmark had not already passed or been created.
  • Page 40: Playing Images (Jpeg), And Sounds (Mp3) Files

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Playing a disc Playing images (JPEG), and sounds (mp3) files Your player can play JPEG files with a resolution of up to five million pixels. However beyond 400,000 pixels there is no perceptible improvement in the quality of pictures displayed on your TV screen.
  • Page 41: Image Functions

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Image Functions Changing images During the picture sequence change images using the control unit. According to the type of image (Ko or Mo) the change may take several seconds. Rotating an image If an image is displayed sideways, you can rotate it through 90° using the of the remote control.
  • Page 42: Menus

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Menus Disc menu The Disc menu is only accessible if a disc has been loaded into the DTH 8000.This menu enables you to customise certain settings or actions for disc playback. DVD-RW CD audio Play Disc Disc Title Menu Player Menu Playlist Disc Options...
  • Page 43: Disc Options

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Disc options This menu provides 3 functions to optimise the discs that you wish to play. Autoplay • Select Autoplay On, if you want the disc to be played automatically once the DTH 8000 tray is closed. Screen Format - (DVD / VCD) Depending on the format of the DVD disc being played, select the image format that corresponds best to the format of your television screen - cinema screen 16 x 9, classic screen 4 x 3 (Letter Box or Standard).
  • Page 44: Titles Menu

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Menus Titles Menu This menu allows you to access recordings that you have made on your DVD+R or DVD+RW discs, or those carried out by other DVD recorders if they are compatible with your device (see page 31). From the Main Menu ( MENU key then confirm with...
  • Page 45: Management Of Recordings On A Disc (Dvd+R / Dvd+Rw)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Management of recordings on a disc (DVD+R / DVD+RW) Deleting the title or removing all chapters from the title (DVD+RW) From the above Disc Title Menu select a title and press displayed. Select Delete Title or Clear Chapters then confirm with displayed.
  • Page 46: Language Menu

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Menus Language Menu Your DTH 8000 gives you a selection of languages to choose from.You can change the language of the DTH 8000 menus, the language of the disc menus, the language of the dialogues and that of the subtitles.
  • Page 47: Disc (Dvd Disc Menu Language)

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Subtitles (Language of DVD subtitles) Certain discs propose several languages for subtitles.The default language is the the one you selected during installation (page 5) if this language is also offered on the disc being played.To change the subtitles language, your DTH 8000 provides two possibilities: From the menu of the DTH 8000 With the keys, select Subtitles and confirm with...
  • Page 48: Parental Control Menu

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Menus Parental control menu Your DTH 8000 has a child lock function which enables you to restrict access to certain DVDs. The discs whose content may be deemed unsuitable for your children will therefore not be visible unless a code that you have previously chosen is entered. Note: the padlock tells you whether or not the DTH 8000 is locked.
  • Page 49: Ratings Limits

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Ratings limits This function makes it possible to restrict viewing of certain DVD discs by programming a restriction on your DTH 8000.This function can only be used with DVD discs provided with the function.Your DTH 8000 provides ratings limits on a scale of 1 to 8.The ratings limit function does not work if the disc being played does not have a rating limit.
  • Page 50: System Options Menu

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Menus System Options Menu The System Options menu in the Setup menu offers you settings to configure certain useful functions and optimise the performances of your DTH 8000 to match those of the devices connected to it. From the main menu select the Setup line with the Select Options system with the Select a function with the Digital output (audio)
  • Page 51: Black Level - Display Dimmer

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Black level Adjust the contrast (Light / Dark) according to the brightness of the room in which you are viewing your DTH 8000 images. Display Dimmer Depending on the brightness of the room where you’ve installed your DTH 8000, select one of the 3 available settings (Automatic / Bright / Dim) to adapt the brightness of the display panel to suit its environment.
  • Page 52: Recording Options Menu

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Menus Recording Options Menu Your DTH 8000 has several practical functions to optimise the recording quality / recording time ratio that is possible when using a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc.This menu also allows the VPS/PDC function to be activated for all your programmed recordings. Recording quality Your DTH 8000 can record several hours of TV programmes or video sequences from a connected device.This capacity depends on the discs and the quality adjustment selected in the...
  • Page 53: Further Information

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Troubleshooting guide If you encounter difficulties Advisors are at your disposal to help you solve your problems at this telephone number. You can contact THOMSON by dialling: 0871 712 1312 (For Great-Britain, all calls will be charged 0,10£ / mn) Your DTH 8000 doesn’t switch on •...
  • Page 54 DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Further information No sound • Check that the DTS, Dolby Digital and MPEG settings are suited to the specifications of the device connected to the digital audio sockets (coaxial or optical) (page 50). The sound is very low or inaudible •...
  • Page 55 DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 The DVD doesn’t play, even when you press the PLAY button • The disc rating is higher than the limit that you have set (page 49). Fast forward or rewind doesn’t work • Some discs have scenes which do not allow fast forwarding, rewinding or chapter skips. When a command is prohibited or is not available for the current section or operating mode, a prohibition sign ( ) appears on-screen for a few moments.
  • Page 56: Naviclick Settings

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Further information Settings The information relating to the Naviclick TV guide programmes comes from a combination of the TV programmes guide,Teletext and NexTView service transmitted by certain channels.To optimise the Naviclick programmes guide of your DTH 8000, you have the possibility of changing certain settings as shown below.The information from the NexTView service is more reliable than Teletext.
  • Page 57: Nextview Channels

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 NexTView Channels The number of channels offering the NexTView service is constantly increasing. At the time of printing these instructions, the channels diffusing NexTView were as shown below. For your information, an English Internet site allows you to consult the channels offering the NexTView service: “http://nxtvepg.sourceforge.net”, then click on the link: “provider table”.
  • Page 58: Caution

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 Further information Caution Protect the DTH 8000 from moisture and excess heat (e.g. fireplace) or equipment creating strong magnetic or electric fields (i. e. speakers...). Disconnect the power cable from the mains electricity supply if the DTH 8000 malfunctions.Your DTH 8000 is not intended for industrial use but for domestic purposes only.
  • Page 59: For Your Safety

    DTH8000_en(EB-UB) 18/12/03 For your safety Never open the player or any of its components. It can be dangerous for you or for certain fragile components.You could receive an electric shock or touch the laser beam. Do not place your eyes close to the opening of the disc tray or any other opening to look inside the player.

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