THOMSON Dpl933vd User Manual

							mp3, WMA, JPEG and DivX files
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Renting (purchasing) DivX®
VOD files
DivX VOD files are similar to DVD video rental discs. The difference lies in the access to the
media. DivX VOD files are downloaded after paying a rental from certain commercial websites.
Prior to downloading a VOD you need to input the registration number of your DVD player on
the purchase form on the site.
Follow the instructions below to find the registration
number of your player:
1.Insert a disc and select the Play Modeoption from
the player menu.
2.In the Play Modemenu, select DivX(R) VOD.
The registration number is displayed on the TV set’s
screen.
3.Write down this VOD 8-character registration
number so that you can fill in the form on the
website you purchase your DivX VOD files from.
Note: If you cannot play a DivX VOD file recorded on a CD-R
disc after downloading it, the rental period allocated during
purchasing from the website may have expired. It is also
possible that the recorded file is not compatible with your
player because of different versions or incorrect download
parameters.The parameters used when copying to CD-R may
be another reason for this. Since it is not possible here to
supply all the information, parameters and advice relating to
the use of DivX VOD files, we recommend that you visit
specialist websites such as www.divx.com/vod.
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StandardRandomProgramDivX(R) VOD
Note: To guarantee playback of DivX files the audio must be
mp3 format. DivX Certified devices can play back any
interleaved mp3 audio at any bitrate, both CBR and VBR. The
audio must be sampled at standard frequencies, such as 32
kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz, and must conform to the AVI file
specification. Apart from mp3, the audio formats recognised by
your player are MPEG layer 1/2, AC3, DTS, PCM. Formats such
as AAC and Ogg Vorbis are not supported by this player.
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Radio
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The player has a built-in tuner that allows for
FM radio function.
Manual tuning
1.Connect the FM aerial in the correct manner.
2.Press the TUNERbutton on the remote
control.
3.When the FM station broadcasts Stereo
sound,STis displayed.
4.Tune a station by pressing repeatedlyTUNER +or TUNER -on the remote
control until the desired station is found.
Alternatively, you can press and hold the
same button down for about one second
to activate the automatic search function.
In this mode the player will automatically
tune frequencies until it finds a station.
5.Repeat steps 4 to tune to another radio
station.
Note: If there is any interference, change the
aerial’s position until the ideal sound reception is
obtained. TV and other electronic devices could be
the cause of interference, so tr y to position the
aerial away from them.
Storing radio stations
The player can store up to 40 radio stations in
its memory.You can enter every single radio
station yourself or the player can store all
available radio stations automatically in
ascending order.
Automatic preset programming
1.
Press the TUNERbutton on the remote
control to enter the Tuner mode.
2.Press and hold TUNERdown for 3
seconds to start automatic preset
programming.
Note: A weak signal can affect the Automatic
preset programming” function’s efficiency. Adjust
the aerial for better reception and a more
efficient search.
3.Radio frequencies will be browsed and
radio stations stored automatically. When
all the available radio stations are stored or
all 40 memory locations are full, the auto
preset programming function will stop.
Manual preset
1.
Tune to a radio station (see Manual
tuning for details).
2.Press MENUon the remote control.
PRESETwill appear on the display.
3.While the word P--is still flashing, input
your desired preset number (1-40) using
the numeric buttons, then press 
MENUto
store it.
Retrieving preset stations
1.
Press the TUNERbutton on the remote
control to enter the Tuner mode.
2.Press  or  on the unit or PR+orPR-on the remote control to search up or
down for the preset stations.
RDS for FM Only
The RDS icon is displayed when RDS (Radio
Data System) data is received. The following
information may be available for certain
stations: Station frequency, Station name,
Programme type.
Press the 
INFO•RDSbutton repeatedly on the
remote control to select the type of
information you want to display.
You can search for stations using one of the
following programme types:
NEWS = news
AFFAIRS = current affairs
INFO = information
SPORT = sport
EDUCAT = education
DRAMA = series and plays
CULTURE = religion or
national culture
SCIENCE = science and
technology
VARIED = miscellaneous
POP M = pop music
ROCK M = rock music
MOR M = middle-of-the-road
music, easy-listening music
LIGHT M = classical music
CLASSICS = serious classical
OTHER M = unclassified
WEATHER = weather, medicalFINANCE = stock market reports
CHILDREN = children’s
programmes
SOCIAL AFFAIR = sociology,
history, geography, psychology,
society
RELIGION = any aspect of
beliefs, faith & God or Gods
PHONE IN = public phone-in
discussion
TRAVEL = travelling
HOBBY = recreational
activities & leisure
JAZZ = jazz music
COUNTRY = country music
NATIONAL = national music
OLDIES = oldies music
FOLK = folk music
DOCUMENTARY =
documentaries
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Player menus
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Using the player’s menus
The player’s main menu is displayed when there is no disc in the player or when the disc has been
interrupted during playback by pressing the STOPbutton. Select a menu option using the  , ,
and buttons. Press OKto confirm your selection. Return to a previous menu using the  button.
Play
When a disc and/or one or several memory cards are inserted at the same time, select the disc or
card you want to play with the  and  buttons and press OK.
Play Mode selection
1.Load a disc and press STOP.
2.Select the Play Modeoption and press OKto
confirm.
Note: The contents of the Play Modemenu varies depending
on the type of disc.
3.Select a play mode with the  and  buttons, and
press OKto confirm.
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StandardRandomProgramIntroScanDivX(R) VOD
Standard
Press OKor the PLAYbutton to begin the
disc’s standard playback.
Random (all discs except DVD)
You can listen to all the tracks on the disc in a
random order (chosen by the player) by
choosing the Random option.
Press 
OKto start random playback. PressSTOPto stop random playback. Press PLAYto resume normal playback.
Program (all discs except mp3+JPEG
discs and JPEG)
With this option, you choose and programme
the playback order. Lists vary according to the
type of disc.
1a.DVD: select a title using the  and 
buttons and press the  button to access
the list of chapters and select a chapter
using the  and  buttons.
1b.Audio CD and VCD: select a track using
the and buttons, or select Allto
start playing all the tracks.
1c.mp3, WMA and DivX CD: select a folder
using the  and  buttons, then press
the  button to access the list of files,
then select a file using the  and 
buttons.
2.Press OKto add the title, chapter (DVD),
track (audio CD and VCD) or file (mp3,
WMA and DivX) selected to the list.
Press the 
CLEARbutton to remove the
last title/chapter/track/file from the list.
Press 
PLAYto start programme play or
select Doneand press OK.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 as often as necessary.
IntroScan (Audio CD only)
This option plays the first ten seconds of each
track.
Press 
OKto start the IntroScan, press STOPto stop it and PLAYto continue playing the
current track.
DivX(R) VOD (DivX only)
Please refer to page 19.
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Parental Control settings
You can control access to the player and the type of discs
your family can watch with the lock function. There are
eight levels of parental control.
Select the Parental Controloption from the main menu
and press 
OK.The corresponding menu is displayed.Free Access
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Lock PlayerChange PasswordRated TitlesUnrated Titles


Lock Player
This setting prevents the playback of DVDs
that may not be suitable for all audiences, by
using the rating level that may be encoded on
the disc. If the rating level on the disc is higher
than the preset level the playback function will
not be enabled unless the password is entered.
1.To activate locking ( ) according to your
preset rating limits, select the Lock
Playeroption using the  and 
buttons and press 
OKto confirm.
2.You are asked for a new password. Enter
four digits using the numeric buttons and
press 
OKto confirm.
You are asked for confirmation; repeat the
operation.
Note: Choose a password that is easy to
remember, or write it down.
3.To unlock ( ), select the Parental
Controloption. Enter your password.
Select the Lock Playerfunction and press
OKto confirm.
Change Password
1.
To change the password, select this option
and press OKto confirm.
2.Enter the four digits of your new
password.
Rated Titles
The disc publisher is responsible for coding
scenes according to the rating limits. In Europe,
very few discs have coded scenes.
1.Select Rated Titlesand press OKto
confirm.
2.For the rating limit, select the level using
the and buttons, then press OKto
confirm.
Unrated Titles
1.
To set up password-only access to unrated
titles, select Unrated titlesand press OKto confirm.
2.Select Password requiredusing the 
and buttons, and press OKto confirm.
Note:Your selected rating limits will only be
applied if you then put the player into Lock mode
(see above).
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Display settings
Select the Displayoption in the main menu using the 
and buttons, and press OKto confirm.
Select an option using the  and  buttons, and press
OKto confirm.
4x3
standard
Dim
Normal
PA L
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Front displayBlack levelPAL/NTSC

TV Image

TV Image
Depending on the format of the DVD disc, you
can choose the picture format best suited to
the format of your TV screen:
4x3 Letterbox:gives best reproduction
of pictures recorded in this format (i.e.
with horizontal bands at the top and
bottom of the screen) or in 16x9,
4x3 Standard:reproduces a 4x3 picture
without distortion,
16x9 Widescreen:reproduces 16x9
format films in full on a 16x9 screen.
Front Display
This option lets you choose how the front
display of the DVD player appears. Three
settings are available:
Auto:the front display brightness dims
when a disc is playing,
Bright:the front display is always bright,
Dim:the front display is always dim.
Black level
This option lets you adjust the video brightness
level.
Three settings are available:Normal,Dark
and Light.
PAL/NTSC
In addition to PAL DVDs and VCDs, you can
enjoy NTSC films as well (a 60Hz PAL
compatible TV set is required). If the pictures
from the DVD being played appear in black and
white on your screen, try changing the colour
standard.
Set the function to PA Lor NTSC.
Video
This option lets you select the video output of
your appliance:Componentif your TV is
connected to the component video socket of
the player, or RGBif your TV is connected to
the Scart socket of the player.
Progressive Scan
Progressive Scan provides high-quality pictures
with less flicker. Turn on Progressive Scan if you
used the Component Video sockets of the
player to connect a TV or monitor compatible
with a progressive scan signal.
Press 
OKto activate Progressive Scan.
Caution! Once Progressive Scan has been
activated, an image will only be visible on a
progressive scan TV or monitor. If you activate
Progressive Scan by mistake, you should take the
following steps to reset the unit: open the disc
tray, press and hold the 
SUBWOOFERbutton
on the front panel. The video output will be
restored to the standard setting and a picture will
once again be visible on a conventional analogue
TV or monitor.
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Sound settings
You can adapt your player to other equipment and access
specific functions with the Soundmenu.
1.Select the Soundoption in the main menu using the
and  buttons and press OKto confirm.
2.Select an option using the  and  buttons, and
press OKto confirm.
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DistanceTest Tone

Night Mode

Night Mode
You can use this function to control the
different sound levels via dynamic compression.
It improves the quality of the sound track at a
low volume and quietens the loudest sounds.
Select an option using the  and  buttons:
Quiet,Moderateor Off.
Note: This function is available only on DVD discs
recorded in Dolby Digital.
Distance
All the basic settings have already been preset
for the speakers included in the box. However,
to make the surround sound more effective
and suit the acoustic conditions in the room
where you are listening, you may need to delay
the signal coming from some of the speakers.
Channel delay compensates for centre or
surround speakers that are closer to the
listening position than the front speakers.
1.Select Front,Centeror Rearusing the
and  buttons and press OK.
2.Adjust the distance using the  and 
buttons and press OK.
Note: The receiver speaker distance default
settings are as follows:
Front speakers (L/R): 4.5 m 
Centre speaker (Cch): 3 m 
Rear speaker (SUR): 3 m
Test Tone
This function is used to test the speaker setting
and change the speaker level. A short noise
comes successively from each speaker. Adjust
the volume level using the  and  buttons.
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Language settings
With this menu, you can set the language for player
menus, dialogue, subtitles and the disc menus.
If you chose English during initial set-up, the main menu
is displayed in English, any menus generated by the disc are
in English, as is the language used in dialogue (if this
language is available on the disc).
1.Select the Languagesoption in the main menu using
the  and  buttons and press OKto confirm.
2.Select one of the options using the  and 
buttons, and press OKto confirm.
English
English
English
English
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Disc Menus
Player Menus

SubtitlesAudio
Player Menus
To change the language of the player menus,
choose the language using the  and 
buttons and press 
OKto confirm.
Disc Menus
To change the language of the disc menus,
choose the language using the  and 
buttons and press 
OKto confirm.
Audio
1.
To change the dialogue language, choose
the language using the  and  buttons
and press 
OKto confirm.
Note: If the selected language is not available on
a disc, the disc’s default language will be used
instead.
2.To change the language during play, display
the Audio icon by pressing the AUDIObutton on the remote control (see page 14).
Subtitles
1.
To change the subtitle language, choose the
language using the  and  buttons and
press 
OKto confirm.
Note: If the language chosen is available, it is
automatically selected when you display the
subtitles (see page 13). Otherwise, the subtitle
language indicated on the disc is selected instead.
2.To change the language of the subtitles
during playback, display the Infomenu by
pressing the 
INFObutton on the remote
control (see page 13).
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Additional Information
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Troubleshooting
The appliance does not switch on.
•Make sure it is plugged into a mains socket.
•Press the  button on the remote
control or the 
ON/ECObutton on the
front of the appliance.
The device switches off spontaneously.
•The device switches off automatically
when it is in STOP mode for more than 30
minutes without any user intervention.
Switch it on again.
It is impossible to read the disc.
•Insert the disc with the printed side facing
up.
•Check that the disc can actually be played
by this device (see page 28).
•If you are trying to play a disc containing
JPEG files, check that the files have a
resolution of less than 2 megapixels.
•Check that the disc’s regional code
matches the player’s regional code. This
player’s regional code is 2.
•Clean the disc (see page 27).
There is no picture.
•Check you have switched on the TV set.
•Check the connections (see pages 4 and 5).
•Select the AV input assigned to the player
on the TV.
The picture is of poor quality (with
snow or lines).
•Check the connections (see pages 4 and 5).
There is no sound or the sound is of
poor quality.
•Check the connections (see pages 4 and 5).
•Make sure the speakers are connected.
•Make sure the MUTE function is not on.
No surround sound.
•Check the speaker configuration in theSoundmenu.
The remote control does not work or
works only intermittently.
•Check that batteries are inserted or
change them.•Aim the remote control at the appliance.
The infrared beam must not be blocked or
interrupted.
•Check that the remote control is
configured to control the device you are
trying to operate with it. Press the
DV D.
CDbutton if you want to operate a
DVD player, the TVbutton to operate a
television set and the TUNERbutton to
operate the radio.
The subtitles do not appear.
•Check that the DVD disc provides
subtitles.
•Refer to the section on how to display
subtitles (see page 13).
The disc menu language is not the
correct one.
•The disc menu language has not been set
up (see page 25).
•The language of your choice is not
available on the disc (see page 25).
You have forgotten your password
(Parental control).
•When the player is on and the disc tray is
opened, press and hold the  button on
the front panel until the unit goes into
standby mode. All system settings will be
restored to default, the parental password
will also be reset.
Your DivX files won’t play.
•When you encounter problems make sure
that the file that you are trying to play
actually contains DivX video.The files
often use the term “DivX” in their
filename even though they have in fact
been coded in another format.
•Problems playing DivX version 5.1 and the
version 2.5 player: with some recent DivX
versions coding problems may arise that
are directly linked to the ability of your
computer to provide the total capacity of
its microprocessor during the coding
procedure. During playback, this leads to
picture problems or a lack of
synchronisation between sound and
picture.
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Precautions
Use
•If your appliance has been stored in a cool
place for any length of time, during a
journey for example, wait for about 2
hours before using it.
•The openings located on the top and
bottom are for ventilation and must not
be obstructed.
•During thunderstorms, we recommend
that you isolate the appliance from the
electrical supply so that it is not damaged
by electrical or electromagnetic surges.
•This appliance is designed for continuous
use. Putting the DVD player into standby
mode does not disconnect it from the
mains supply. To completely isolate the
equipment, remove the plug from the
mains socket as some components remain
connected to the electrical supply.
•If you notice any burning or smoke,
disconnect the appliance immediately to
avoid any risk of electrocution.
•Do not attempt to look inside the
appliance through the disk tray opening or
any other opening.You may be
electrocuted or exposed to laser
radiation.
•This appliance is for domestic use only and
must not be used for industrial purposes.
•Total or partial copying of recordings
protected by copyright legislation, without
the explicit permission of the holder of
the rights, contravenes current legislation.
Copying or downloading music files for
sale or any other business purpose
constitutes or could constitute a violation
of copyright law.
Cleaning
•Use a soft, dry, clean cloth. Regularly dust
the vents at the back or sides.
•Using solvents, abrasive or alcohol-based
products risks damaging the appliance.
•If an object or liquid enters inside the
appliance, unplug it immediately and have it
checked by an authorised engineer.Handling and caring for discs
•Handle your discs with care. Hold the disc
with your fingers at the edges or through
the hole.
•Insert the disc with the label facing up (for
a single-sided disc).
•Place the disc properly into the tray in the
allotted holder.
•Use a soft cloth to clean discs if necessary,
always wiping from the centre to the edge.
•Always put discs back in their cases after
use and store in a vertical position.
•Do not close the tray with two discs in it
or with a disc not sitting correctly in the
holder.
•Do not play cracked, chipped or warped
discs nor try to repair them with adhesive
tape or glue.
•Do not write on a disc.
•Do not move the player when a disc is
being played.
•Do not scratch discs or store them in
places exposed to direct sunlight, high
humidity or high temperatures.
•Do not use aerosol cleaners, benzene,
anti-static liquids or any other solvent for
cleaning discs. When cleaning, wipe gently
with a soft damp (water only) cloth from
the centre to the edge, avoiding circular
motions, which could cause scratches and
interference during playback.
Guarantee
•The type and production number of your
appliance are printed on the guarantee
certificate supplied with your appliance.
Keep this certificate as well as the invoice.
These documents are required in the
event of claiming your guarantee rights.
•All repairs during the guarantee period
must be carried out by an authorised
engineer for our brand. If this condition is
not met, your rights will no longer be valid.
•Never open the appliance yourself, since this
may put you at risk or damage the
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equipment.THOMSON does not accept any
liability if the appliance is used in any way
other than in accordance with this manual.
DISCLAIMER  OF WARRANTIES: TO THE
MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE
LAW, DECLARATIONS AND WARRANTIES  OF
NON-INFRINGEMENT OF COPYRIGHT OR
OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THE PRODUCT
IN CONDITIONS OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED ABOVE ARE  HEREBY  DISCLAIMED.
Technical dataMains supply: AC-230 V - 50 Hz 
Power consumption: 85 W (1 W in standby) 
Operating conditions: +5°C to +35°C 
Surrounding humidity: 10% to 75 % (no condensation) 
Audio signal to noise ratio: 65dB (A wtd)
Dimensions (H x W x D inch):
Front and Surround Speakers - 6.1 x 3.1x 3.5
Centre Speaker - 2.7 x 9.8 x 33.3 
Subwoofer - 12.4 x 6.3 x 14
Amplifier section:RMS Output Power: Dolby Digital Mode with 10% Total
Harmonic Distortion
Rear Channels: 55 Watts each Channel (1kHz, 8 Ohm)
Front Channels: 55 Watts each Channel (1kHz, 8 Ohm)
Centre Channel: 100 Watts  (1kHz, 4 Ohm)
Subwoofer Channel: 100 Watts  (100Hz, 4 Ohm)
Total RMS Output Power, Dolby Digital mode : 420W
Muting Attenuation: 65dB
Frequency Response: 20kHz /-3dB, 1kHz ref.
Subwoofer Frequency Response: 10 Hz / -3db, 80Hz ref.
Signal to Noise Ratio: 65dB (Dolby digital mode)
Video Signal to Noise Ratio: from 40 dB to 60dB
FM tuner section:Frequency Response: 15kHz +/-3dB, 1kHz ref.
Quieting: 24dBu
Signal to Noise: 60dB (stereo) / 65dB (mono)
IF Rejection: 50dB
Discs and formats you can playIn spite of the progress made to ensure playability of
all disc types , it is not possible to guarantee playback
of discs which do not comply with DVD, CD, VCD or
SVCD standards.This unit may not play some
recordings or files on CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW,
DVD+R, DVD+RW due to differences in recording
formats, software used and disc types.
DVD-VideoDigital video discs - 12 cm and 8 cm, single- or
double-sided, single or dual layer. DVDs are high-
density optical discs on which high-quality images and
audio are recorded by means of digital signals.
DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R,
DVD+RW
Most DVD-R and DVD+R (one recording only),
DVD-RW and DVD+RW discs (rewritable).
Depending on the DVD writer and discs used.
Recordings using DVD-R and DVD-RW discs must be
made in Video DVD mode. Recordings using
DVD+RW discs must be made in accordance with
the specifications for DVD+RW discs with a 4.7 GB
capacity.
VCD - Video Compact DiscCD on which you can record up to 74 min. of 
VHS-quality video associated with still images, audio
tracks and interactive menus.
SVCD - Super Video Compact DiscMost SVCDs comply with the IEC62107 standard.
SVCDs can be used to record up to 70 minutes of
digital sound and images in accordance with MPEG-2
standards for video and MPEG-1 standards for audio.
Audio CDsAudio CDs (8 and 12 cm).
CD-R, CD-RWMost CD-R (one recording only) and CD-RW discs
(rewritable).
This player can play most CD-R discs. CD-Rs written
during a multisession recording can also be played,
provided that the session has ended before the disc is
played (depending on the write software). However,
depending on the condition of the CD-writer,
computer and the disc used, you may find that not all
discs will play successfully. When playing a CD-R disc,
it is completely normal for the unit to take up to 20
seconds to recognise the disc before star ting to play.
If the disc is not recognised after a period of 20
seconds, remove the disc, and then inser t it again.
• Irrespective of the actual recording capacity of the
CD-R, do not use its full capacity. • CD-Rs should be
preferably used instead of CD-RWs (rewritable CDs)
as, in cer tain cases, CD-RW playback may be faulty. •
Use reliable, good-quality CD write software. • Close
all other applications on the computer to ensure
reliable CD-R disc recording.
DVD+Rewritable
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