THOMSON DPL680 User Manual

THOMSON DPL680 User Manual

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DPL680 EN
4/8/04
4:00 PM
Page 2
THOMSON
46, quai Alphonse Le Gallo
92648 Boulogne
Cedex FRANCE
55898990
www.thomson.net

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  • Page 1 DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 2 THOMSON 46, quai Alphonse Le Gallo 92648 Boulogne Cedex FRANCE 55898990 www.thomson.net...
  • Page 2 DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 3 u s e r m a n u a l DPL680HT It is important to read this instruction book prior to using your new product for the first time.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 4 Safety Information Rating Information: At bottom / back of the unit this unit comply with the existing requirements In accordance with the rating plate of the unit, this unit complies with current standards concerning electrical safety and electromagnetic compatibility.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 5 Table of Contents Safety Information Table of Contents Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver ... . .2 Unpacking the Speakers ... . .2 Inserting Batteries into Remote Control .3...
  • Page 5: Getting Started

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 6 Getting Started Unpacking the Receiver You should receive the following items: ON/ECO H O M E T H E A T R E S Y S T E M One receiver unit One pig-tail antenna wire •...
  • Page 6: Inserting Batteries Into Remote Control

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 7 Inserting Batteries into Remote Control Install batteries as follows: 1. Remove the battery compartment door by applying thumb pressure on battery door and then lift the door out and off the cabinet. 2. Insert 2 “AAA” (R03) batteries into the battery compartment according to the + and - signs in the compartment and replace the compartment door.
  • Page 7: Connecting To Audio-Visual Components

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 8 Getting Started Connecting to Audio-Visual Components If your CD player is equipped with digital optical jacks, use of optical cable is preferred. What you need is just one more digital optical cable (not supplied). Plug it in...
  • Page 8: Dpl680 En 4/8/04 4:00 Pm

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 9 Digital Connections Read instructions carefully when connecting components to the receiver. Digital Input Jacks can accept Dolby Digital (AC-3) or PCM signals when compatible components are connected. OPTICAL DIGITAL IN (AUDIO) Optical Fiber Cable...
  • Page 9: Connecting The Speakers

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 10 Getting Started Connecting the Speakers Speakers There are 6 speakers equipped with the unit (2 front, 1 center, 2 rear, 1 subwoofer). In order to enjoy good surround effects, all six speakers need to be connected to the receiver.
  • Page 10: Positioning Your Speaker

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 11 Positioning your speaker 1 Left, Right (Front Speakers) They carry primarily music and sound effects 2 Center In surround mode, the center speaker carries much of the dialogue as well as music and effects. It should be set between the left and right speakers.
  • Page 11: Preferred Surround Placement

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 12 Getting Started Preferred surround placement Location If possible, place surround speakers to either side of the listening area, not behind it. Courtesy Dolby Laboratories Height If space permits, install surrounds 60cm-90cm (2-3 feet) above viewers.
  • Page 12: Test Tone / Channel Balance

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 13 Test Tone / Channel balance Channel balance Your receiver is equipped with a test signal generator for balancing the channels. As the signal "travels" from channel to channel, adjust the level controls until each channel plays at the same loudness level.
  • Page 13: Operating Your Receiver

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 14 Operating Your Receiver Receiver Controls ON/ECO 1. ON/ECO Turns the unit on and off. When the system is turned on, the unit will go to the mode it was in before powered off.
  • Page 14: Remote Control

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:00 PM Page 15 Remote Control Please be sure you have inserted the batteries into the remote control (see relevant section on page 3.) You can test it by pressing any button. 1. ON•OFF Turns the receiver and other Thomson auxiliary components on and off.
  • Page 15: Display

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 16 Operating Your Receiver Display DVD / VCR / SAT / TUNER / TAPE / CD / TV • An arrow points to the current source mode. • Dolby Digital audio input for signal format.
  • Page 16: Switching The Unit On/Off

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 17 Switching the unit on and off • To switch on the receiver, press the ON/ECO button on the main unit once, or the remote control. ON/ECO • Standby: when the receiver is in tuner mode, press the ON/ECO button once to enter standby mode.
  • Page 17: Using The Remote To Control Additional Components

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 18 Operating your Receiver You can connect up to 6 audio/video sources to this amplifier: Source button Corresponding connector (receiver front panel) (receiver back panel) - DVD DVD IN (audio / video) - VCR...
  • Page 18: Using The Receiver To Play A Source

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 19 Using the receiver to play a source After having properly connected a source (DVD, CD, VCR) to the receiver, you can partly control them through the receiver. Playing a DVD with the receiver 1.
  • Page 19: Operating The Radio

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 20 Operating your Receiver Operating the Radio The receiver has a built-in tuner that allows for AM/FM radio function. Manual tuning 1. Connect the FM and AM antenna accordingly (see "Connecting the Antenna" on page 5 section for details) 2.
  • Page 20: Storing Radio Stations

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 21 Storing radio stations The receiver can store up to 40 radio stations in memory. You can enter every single radio station yourself or the receiver can store all available radio stations automatically in an ascending order.
  • Page 21 DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 22 Operating your Receiver RDS (Radio Data System) for FM Only The RDS icon shows on display when RDS data are received. The following information may be available on certain stations: • Frequency station, •...
  • Page 22: Advanced Sound Control

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 23 Sound Enhancement Systems This receiver is equipped with several built-in sound enhancement systems. Dolby Digital The Dolby Digital mode lets you enjoy full digital surround from software processed in the Dolby Digital format. Dolby Digital provides better sound quality and more powerful presence than conventional Dolby Surround.
  • Page 23: Night Mode

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 24 Advanced Sound Control Dolby 3 Stereo The 3 Stereo mode will redirect the Surround signals to the front left and right speakers when only the front and center speakers are used. Front Left Speaker...
  • Page 24: Fine Setting Of Components

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 25 Fine Setting of the Components The receiver can be directly turned on by pressing the DVD•6CH / SAT•CABLE / TV / CD•TAPE / VCR / TUNER buttons on the remote control, which also selects the best surround sound mode.
  • Page 25: Fine Setting Of The Speakers

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 26 Advance Sound Control Fine Setting of the Speakers All the basic settings have already been pre-set for the speakers included in the box. Also, to make the surround sound more effective and suit the acoustic conditions in your listening room, you may need to delay the signal coming from some of the speakers.
  • Page 26: Displaying Program Formats

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 27 Speaker Configurations You can also change the setup of the speakers. Use a subwoofer to enjoy optimum sound. • Speaker distance: For optimum surround experience measure the distance between the speaker and your favorite listening position.
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting Tips

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 28 Troubleshooting Tips Troubleshooting Tips Receiver/Tuner Operation ST indicator is off. • Adjust the antenna. • Press GO BACK/ST.MONO button to insure you are not outputting in mono. The signal is Mono. Severe hum or noise.
  • Page 28: Care And Maintenance

    DPL680 EN 4/8/04 4:01 PM Page 29 Disconnect the audio system from the power source before performing any maintenance. Cleaning Clean the exterior of the system using a soft dust cloth. Important battery information • Remove the batteries to avoid leakage if you do not use your remote control for more than one month.

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