THOMSON DTH8555 X User Manual
THOMSON DTH8555 X User Manual

THOMSON DTH8555 X User Manual

Thomson multimedia dvd recorder specification sheet
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To begin

About your device

Precautions to take

• 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 to 10 cm) • Ensure that the ventilation
slots, and the device itself, are not covered by objects such as a mat, newspapers, curtain, etc. • Do
not stack any other equipment on top of your DVD recorder • Do not place the device on top of
an amplifier or any other equipment that gives off heat • The appliance should not be in contact
with liquids or exposed to the risk of dripping or splashing.Therefore be careful not to place any
object containing a liquid (vase, glass, bottle,...) on or near your appliance • The DVD recorder
must not be near or exposed to a flame. For instance, do not place a candle on or near the
device • Protect the DVD recorder from moisture and excess heat (e.g. fireplace) or equipment
creating strong magnetic or electric fields (i. e. speakers ...). Before moving the device, ensure the
disc tray is empty. Switching off the DVD recorder to the stand-by mode does not disconnect the
electricity supply. In order to separate the device completely from the mains, it has to be
disconnected by unplugging the mains plug.When connecting, ensure that the plugs of the various
cables are pushed securely into their corresponding sockets.Your DVD recorder is not intended
for industrial use but for domestic purposes only. Use of this product is for personal use only.
Copying CDs or downloading music files for sales or other business purpose is or may be a
violation of copyright law.
Important notice: Please read the recommendations given on page 74.

The content in brief...

• Connections .....................................4
• Placing in service .............................5
• Connectors and cables..................16
• Facade .............................................19
• Remote control..............................23
• Recording........................................27
IN DIGITAL QUALITY AND ARCHIVE YOUR OWN VIDEOS FROM VIDEO CAMERAS
18/08/05
10:15
Page 1
Your DVD recorder is a digital video player and recorder.Thanks
to its tuner, you can record TV programmes on DVD+R and
DVD+RW discs or on the integrated hard disc DVR. It can play
the majority of 8 cm and 12 cm discs, with the exception of DVD
Rom, DVD Ram, and DVD audio.
... and detailed contents in the following pages.
THIS DVD RECORDER LETS YOU RECORD TV PROGRAMMES
OR VHS CASSETTES TO DVD DISCS.
YOU CANNOT COPY PRE-RECORDED FILMS
TO DVD IF THEY HAVE BEEN COPY PROTECTED.
MAKE SURE THAT YOU BUY DISCS
WITH THE «+» SYMBOL ON THE PACKAGING.
• Library ............................................36
• Playing.............................................39
• Information Banners .....................41
• Menus ..............................................55
• Languages .......................................60
• Troubleshooting guide...................70
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 To begin About your device Precautions to take • 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 to 10 cm) •...
  • Page 2 2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Contents To begin ...1 About your device ...1 Precautions to take ...1 The content in brief..1 Connections and initial set up Basic connections ...4 Placing the remote control in service...5 Inserting the batteries...5 Using the remote control unit correctly ...5 Placing the DVD recorder in service...5 Switch on your DVD recorder and your TV set ...5 Automatic channel search ...6...
  • Page 3 2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 In disc playing mode (Operating principle) ...42 With a DVD,With an audio CD, With a VCD (Video CD)...42 Loading and playing a disc ...43 Search Options ...43 Quick search of an image or a track ...43 Still picture and frame advance...43 Slow motion (in Pause mode on an image)...44 Skipping a chapter or track ...44 Scene Again™...44...
  • Page 4: Connections And Initial Set Up

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up Basic connections Your DVD recorder 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 14 to 18.
  • Page 5: Placing The Remote Control In Service

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Placing the remote control in service Inserting the batteries Using the remote control unit correctly When you use remote control, point the unit at the appliance you want to control (DVD recorder,TV set or satellite receiver). Ensure that there is no obstacle between the remote control unit and the appliance, otherwise the infrared signal carrying the remote control commands will be blocked.To control your DVD recorder, ensure that the remote control unit is in DVD mode by pressing once on the DVD key before using any other keys.
  • Page 6: Automatic Channel Search

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up Automatic channel search In each region,TV stations are broadcast on different channels.Your DVD recorder 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.
  • Page 7: Sorting The Channels

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Sorting the channels A window for classifying the channels appears with the images of the selected channel. The automatic channel search has assigned numbers to the channels in a predefined order.These numbers may not be the numbers you would have chosen. Should this be the case, you can change these numbers by following the instructions at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 8: Add A Satellite Or Cable Receiver

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up Add a satellite or cable receiver Your DVD recorder is designed to control either a cable or satellite receiver, this enables you to program the recording of satellite programmes simply by programming your DVD recorder. In this case, the device must be connected to the AV2 and IR SAT/CABL connections of the DVD recorder.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Receiver / Recorder Configuration

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Adjusting the receiver / recorder configuration Switch on your TV set, your DVD recorder, then your satellite or cable receiver. Place the receiver on channel 002. With your DVD recorder’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 10 2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up IR controller connection - the screen and press Note:Your DVD recorder asks you to display channel 2 on the satellite receiver. However, with some receivers, it is preferable to display channel 0, 02 or 002. Press OK to start the test - via the infrared controller cell.
  • Page 11: List Of Satellite Or Cable Receiver Codes

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 List of satellite or cable receiver codes 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 12: Adding A Channel

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up Adding a channel 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 DVD recorder.The channels already stored will not be deleted.
  • Page 13: Reinstalling Channels (Updating)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Reinstalling channels (updating) If new channels make their way into the audiovisual scene, you will have to update your DVD recorder’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 DVD recorder can receive.
  • Page 14: Other Recommended Connections

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up Other recommended connections With a cable or satellite receiver (or a decoder) Carrry out the connection of cable 5 (not supplied). DVD recorder Cable / satellite receiver In grey: connections already carried out (connections from page 4). 10:15 Page 14 TV set...
  • Page 15: With A Video Recorder

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 With a video recorder Video recorder DVD recorder With a cable / satellite receiver and a video recorder Cable / satellite 10:15 Page 15 Connections and initial set up TV set Video recorder receiver DVD recorder (not supplied) TV set (not supplied)
  • Page 16: Connections

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up Sockets and cables There are several ways in which you can incorporate your DVD player into an Audio-Video system.The simplest of these is described on page 15. This uses Scart-Peritel cables that combine Audio analogue connections for sound, and Video for the RGB image.This connection ensures the optimum image quality (like Y, U,V).
  • Page 17: Other Audio - Video Connections

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Other Audio - Video connections If there is no Peritel-Scart socket available on the television, check to see if there are any other Video sockets (Components, S-Video or Composite) to connect your player by using the corresponding sockets. In this case, do not forget to also connect the player’s Audio outputs (AUDIO OUT) to the Audio input sockets (AUDIO IN) on your television.
  • Page 18: Audio Outputs, Video - Composite Output 5 - Video Component Outputs

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up 5 - Composite Video Outputs (Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr) (YUV) Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr separation of the video signal into three separate components (comparable with RGB separation in a Scart-Peritel cable). Note: the available video signal on these 3 sockets depends on the selection made at the rear (1H or 2H) of your player (page 16).
  • Page 19: The Front Of Your Player Recorder

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 The front of your player recorder Access to sockets The sockets located behind the trapdoor on the facade enable easy connection to view or copy images and sound from a camcorder or a memory card reader. 1 - DV IN socket (input) This socket, also known as an IEEE 1394, allows the display and/or copying of sound and images from a digital video camera Note: to display the images, select DV-CAM in the main menu...
  • Page 20: The Buttons On The Front

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up The buttons on the front ON/STANDBY - To switch your DVD recorder on or off. G REV / FWD F Fast forward or reverse (page 43). PLAY / PAUSE - To play a disc placed in the disc tray ( of the DVD recorder.
  • Page 21: The Messages On The Display

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 The messages on the display TV Functions With a disc being played 10:15 Page 21 Connections and initial set up - Main menu of the recorder on the screen (device stopped). No function selected. - Real-time viewing. TV mode activated;...
  • Page 22: Other Indications

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up Other indications About other displays (menus and banners) The disc menus • – Each DVD video disc offers menus and for which the presentation and organisation depends on the disc’s editor.The disc menu is displayed on the screen when a DVD disc is loaded and it starts to play.You can also, at any time, display the main menu of the disc by using the MENU...
  • Page 23: Remote Control

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Remote control The remote control handset supplied with your DVD recorder is a 3 in 1 type remote control. It allows 6 devices to be controlled: your DVD recorder, a television set, a satellite or cable receiver, a video recorder, an amplifier or another device.Thus you have remote control of all these devices by using the 6 modes: DVD,TV or SAT.CABLE that are accessed by 6 corresponding keys.
  • Page 24: Using The Remote Control With Other Devices

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Connections and initial set up Using the remote control with other devices This remote control can be used to control other devices using the programmable keys VCR: video recorder, DVD player, DVD: cable network / satellite receiver, SAT: AMP: Hi-Fi system, Home Cinema amplifier,...
  • Page 25: Programming The Remote Control

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 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 26: Recording Functions

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording functions To watch TV Programmes Turn on your TV set. Turn on your DVD recorder using the recorder is replaced by the word • After a few seconds the main menu of the set appears on the television screen. •...
  • Page 27: Taking A Break (Time Shift Function)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Taking a break (Time Shift function) Your recorder can save in its memory images of the last 60 or 120 minutes of the programmes viewed. Use the scroll keys ( Note: This function, associated with the Save Buffer function lets you save a programme for which you missed the start to the DVR hard disc.
  • Page 28: Stop Recording

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording functions Destination The default recording destination is set for the DVR hard disc.To record to a DVD+R/+RW disc, change the setting with the key B. Start the recording by choosing Start with the • Recording starts. RECORD •...
  • Page 29: Closing A Dvd+R Or Dvd+Rw Disc (Finishing A Disc)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 • With a DVD+R disc, if you do not have another recording to make, you need to «Finalize» the disc in order that it can be read by other DVD+R compatible players. Closing a DVD+R disc is described in detail below. If you do not close a DVD+R disc, it will still be possible to make other recordings on it later on, providing there is enough disc space.You can therefore safely store it.You may also erase recordings but the corresponding duration will be lost.You may not record other titles in their place.
  • Page 30: Programming A Recording Or A Transfer

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording functions Programming a recording or a transfer Your DVD recorder lets you program recordings or one transfer. Programming several recordings is really useful when it uses the high capacitu of the hard disc, thereby enabling you to go beyond the limited capacities of DVD+R /+RW discs.
  • Page 31 2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Start time and stop time Enter the recording start time and then the stop time. To this end, and according to the features of the receivers, you must: - either program the receiver with the same beginning and end times, then switch off the DVD recorder and the receiver, - or leave the satellite receiver switched on, on the channel to record, program the DVD recorder, then switch it off.
  • Page 32: Programming A Transfer

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording functions Programming a transfer From the main menu ( MENU key then confirm using the The Timers screen appears. It contains the list of the recordings and transfers you have already programmed. If you didn’t programme anything, the screen displayed only indicated Timers and Set transfer.
  • Page 33: Automatic Programming (Naviclick)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Automatic programming (Naviclick) For certain channels your DVD recorder 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.
  • Page 34: Recording From A Connected Device

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording functions Recording from a connected device Your DVD recorder allows you to record TV programmes (satellite or cable) or to copy video sequences from a connected device. From a satellite receiver or cable receiver (AV2 socket) To record to disc, load a DVD+R or DVD+RW disc into the DVD recorder.
  • Page 35: Recording From A Digital Camcorder

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording from a digital camcorder Your DVD recorder enables you to view and/or record sound and images from a digital video camera connected to the your recorder may control, via this connections, some functions on the video camera. To record to a disc, load a DVD+RW disc in the DVD recorder.
  • Page 36: Library

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording functions Library The library lets you locate the various recordings present on the DVR hard disc or the different DVD+R/+RW discs in your DVD library.The library groups together the recording names and parameters and lets you look for them using the search functions. The recording names are distributed according to the nature of the files and titles in four sub- libraries.
  • Page 37: Playing A Video And Pip Title

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a Video and PIP title (picture in picture) Select a title with the key and change to play mode with the While a video title (from a video DVD, DVD+R/+RW or DVR hard disc) is playing, you can superpose TV pictures from your recorder’s tuner using the LIVE key.This will let you monitor programmes on a channel while you are watching a video recording.You can change channel with the PR+/PR- key.
  • Page 38: Library (Disc)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording functions Library (disc) The (disc) library brings together the names of all the titles recorded to the different DVD+R/+RW discs in your DVD collection.When the disc library screen is displayed, the titles are listed to the left with one title selected.The images on this title are displayed in the frame on the right hand side with its recording parameters.The titles are presented six by six.To see the other titles, use the key to scroll through the list.
  • Page 39: Playing A Disc

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recordable discs • DVD+R, DVD+RW - The majority of DVD+R (write once) and DVD+RW (write many) of 4.7 Gb capacity with the following characteristics. DVD+Rewritable DVD+R Recommended brands and types Certain brands of discs have been “approved” for your player. Other brands can be used but the discs must be good quality to produce successful recordings.
  • Page 40: Other Readable Discs

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a disc Other readable discs • Audio CDs • CD-R, CD-RW (rewritable). Compatibility is dependent on which DVD writer, writer software and discs are used. • Video CD (VCD) record to a CD up to 74 minutes of VHS quality video associated with fixed pictures, audio tracks and interactive menus.
  • Page 41: Information Banners

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Interactive banners In addition to menus, your DVD recorder has 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 DVD recorder.
  • Page 42: In Disc Playing Mode (Operating Principle)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a disc In disc playing mode (Operating principle) Load a disc and press PLAY To display the banner, press the yellow Select an icon using the C, B keys, or enter a number using the number buttons to access a chapter, a title or a track depending on the disc being played (when the corresponding T, C, P icon is selected).
  • Page 43: Loading And Playing A Disc

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Loading and playing a disc Switch on your TV set and DVD recorder. 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 DVD recorder (see page 4).
  • Page 44: Slow Motion (In Pause Mode On An Image)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a disc Slow motion (in Pause mode on an image) During playback press PAUSE in 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 G on the remote control unit.
  • Page 45: Playing Discs - Displaying The Information Banner

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing discs – Displaying the information banner Timer (DVD,VCD) 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. Select the time elapsed icon and use the numbered keys on the remote control unit to access the place from which you want to play back.
  • Page 46: Chapter ..................................................................................45 Subtitle And Dialogue Language

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a disc Subtitle and dialogue language (DVD) While reading a disc, press the displayed. Use the C or B keys to select the icon of the subtitles or dialogues as Selecting the well as the sound format. language of subtitles If available on the disc, select the language of the subtitles or dialogues...
  • Page 47: Camera Angles

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Camera angles (DVD) A few DVD discs contain scenes shot from various different angles. If a disc being played back offers different camera angles the icon in the banner will show the number of the angle on the screen.With the disc in playback, press Changing camera ANGLE angles...
  • Page 48: Edit Menu

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a disc Edit Menu The edit menu can be accessed from the information banner while you are playing a title on a DVD+RW or +R disc or on the internal DVR. It lets you intervene in recordings, especially: •...
  • Page 49: The Edit Menu Functions

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 The edit menu functions Insert a Chapter Bookmark (DVD+RW only) During recording your DVD recorder automatically inserts electronic bookmarks at regular intervals.These bookmarks are invisible.They partition the recording and form chapters. Each chapter has an average length of 6 minutes (from 5 to 8 minutes depending on the disc type and the recording settings).These bookmarks allow you, when playing a title, to jump forward or backwards by measured amounts by using the other bookmarks according to any particular locations that you wish to jump to.
  • Page 50 2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a disc 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 51: Playing Image And Audio (Jpeg, Mp3, Wma)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing image and audio (JPEG, mp3, wma) 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 52: Image Functions

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a disc Image Functions Changing images Select a folder or an image with the C, B, During the picture sequence change images using the control unit. According to the type of image (Kb or Mb) the change may take several seconds. With the C, B, keys, select: Play options...
  • Page 53: To Play Divx Files

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 To play DivX files Your player is an Officially Certified DivX™ device. It can play DivX DivX ® VOD files according to the DivX Certified™ technical specifications. The correct playing of DivX in your player, depends on the preparation and production of the audio and video files, the codecs used, the type of recording equipment employed and the parameters of your computer.
  • Page 54: Concerning Divx Files

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Playing a disc To find the registration number of your player, follow the instructions below. With a disc in the tray but not playing, select System Options from the player menu. In the System Options menu, select DivX.The autorisation number appears on the television screen.
  • Page 55: Menus

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Disc menu The Disc menu is only accessible if a disc is inserted in your DVD recorder. This menu allows access to the list of titles of the Disc Title Menu or the images menu of the Player Menu for your recorded discs (DVD+R, +RW).
  • Page 56: Disc Actions

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Menus Choose a title with the are all the chapters of the selected title. All is selected, press list (with all the chapters) or select one by one the chapters that you wish to add to the play list by using the keys and Note: to remove a chapter from the list, select it with the...
  • Page 57: Accessing Title Functions

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Accessing Title functions Rename Title Using a character chart your DVD recorder allows you to change the names of discs or titles allocated when the recording was made. Select Rename Title in the Disc Title Menu or Rename Disc in the Disc Actions menu using the keys and press the with...
  • Page 58: Disc Options

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Menus Disc options From the Setup menu, this menu offers you 2 functions to maximise the discs you want to play. Autoplay • Select Autoplay On, if you want the disc to be played automatically once the DVD recorder tray is closed.
  • Page 59: Recording Options Menu

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Recording Options Menu Buffer duration (TV memory duration) Your recorder may save the last 60 or 120 minutes of TV programmes in its memory.You can define this duration here. In the Main menu select the Setup line with the Select the Record options line using the Select an option with the Default quality...
  • Page 60: Selecting Languages (Dvd)

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Menus Selecting Languages (DVD) Your DVD recorder gives you a selection of languages to choose from.You can change the language of the DVD recorder menus, the language of the disc menus, the language of the dialogues and that of the subtitles.
  • Page 61: Selecting The Sub-Title Language For Dvd Discs

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Selecting the Sub-title language for DVD discs Certain discs propose several languages for subtitles.The default language is the the one you selected during installation (page 6) if this language is also offered on the disc being played.To change the subtitles language, your DVD recorder provides two possibilities: From the menu of the DVD recorder With the...
  • Page 62: Parental Control

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Menus Parental control Your DVD recorder 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. In the Main menu select the Setup line with the With the Parental Control line highlighted, press Control menu is displayed).
  • Page 63: Ratings Limits

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Ratings limits This function makes it possible to restrict viewing of certain DVD discs by programming a restriction on your DVD recorder.This function can only be used with DVD discs provided with the function.Your DVD recorder 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 64: System Options

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Menus System Options The System Options menu in the Setup menu offers you settings to configure certain useful functions and optimise the performances of your DVD recorder to match those of the devices connected to it. In the Main menu select the Setup line with the Select the System options line using the Select an function with the DivX...
  • Page 65: Standby Mode

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Standby mode Your DVD recorder has an Eco Standby to reduce its power consumption when on stand-by. Select Eco. Standby to enable this function. Note on the display panel. Only the record icon will flash. AV link Allows a television set to control your DVD recorder and download the same channels to the same numbers during installation of channels (page 6).
  • Page 66: Naviclick Settings

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Menus 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 DVD recorder, you have the possibility of changing certain settings as shown below.The information from the NexTView service is more reliable than Teletext.
  • Page 67: Nextview Channels

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 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: there is an Internet web site in English and German that allows you to consult the list of the channels providing NexTView service (http://nxtvepg.sourceforge.net, then consult the link List of NexTView providers).
  • Page 68: Further Information

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Further information Recommendations and information concerning discs (12 cm) Choice of CD-R / CD-RW discs This player can play most CD-R and CD-RW discs. However, depending on the recorder of your personal computer, the type of disc and recording method used, it may be that some discs cannot be played, or that the performance does not meet the expected standard of quality.When playing a CD-R disc, it is completely normal for the unit to take up to 20 seconds to recognize the disc before starting to play.
  • Page 69: Audio Files And Cd-R / Cd-Rw Discs

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 for television screens do not allow a higher quality given their limited characteristics. In this case ensure that you reduce the quality of your photographs before recording on a disc in order not to impede the proper running of your player.This is because excessively loaded pictures would slow down or might prevent the proper functioning of the slide show during playback on your player.
  • Page 70: Troubleshooting Guide

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Further information Troubleshooting guide You can contact THOMSON by dialling: 0871 712 1312 (For Great-Britain, all calls will be charged 0,10£ / mn) www.thomson-europe.com This THOMSON product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components which can be recycled and reused. This symbol means that electrical and electronic equipment, at their end-of-life, should be disposed of separately from your household waste.
  • Page 71 2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 The colours aren’t natural • Check that the cables are well pushed into the sockets of the various devices. scart • Check the settings Output AV1, Input AV2 and Output PAL/NTSC ( menu, page 65). The image format doesn’t match the screen format of your TV set •...
  • Page 72: Recording Problems

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Further information The display or reading of digital images in JPEG format is slow • Image display can take a fairly long time, depending on the size of the images. If the images are too “bulky”, your DVD recorder may not be able to display them correctly. Recording problems You cannot record on the disc •...
  • Page 73 2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 You can’t access the selected menu, even when you press OK • If the name of the menu appears on a transparent background, it means that the corresponding menu or function is not available.The menus are contextual menus: they depend on operations performed beforehand such as: •...
  • Page 74: Other Important Informations

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Further information Other important informations 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.
  • Page 75: Remote Control - Code A-B

    2_DTH8555 X_en.qxd 18/08/05 Remote control - Code A-B With certain devices (combined TV/DVD or other DVD player) it may happen that your DVD recorder controls the DVD player of the other device. In this case you can adjust your remote control and the DVD recorder on another code known as code B.

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