THOMSON DTI6300-16 User manual

Dear customer,
In line with our policy of making continuous improvements to increase your
enjoyment of this product, we will be updating the software in your Digital TV
Recorder or (DTR) from time to time during its early life.
To ensure you benefit from these improvements, you just need to ensure your
DTR is left ON or in Standby mode overnight – please do not switch it off at the
wall socket.
Please note that listings information more than 10 days in advance may be
provisional and subject to change.
Thank you for your co-operation.
Corrections:-
Remote control illustration TEXT key description.
This description should read: “Access digital text services.
Skip forward whilst watching recordings”
Page 22 - The default RF modulator output channel is channel 38, not 22.
Page 27 - The illustration shown for the second conflict resolution is incorrect.
Please follow the written instructions and the on screen information.
Trade Mark of the DVB
Digital Video Broadcasting
Project (1991 to 1996)
ID Number : 3415
3616041A
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Important Notice
Did the retailer check your postcode for Digital TV reception?
If not, you should contact your retailer or try one of the following to ensure you
live in a FREEVIEW coverage area:
• Text your postcode to 83331 (standard rates apply)
• Visit the websites www.freeview.co.uk or www.dtg.org.uk/consumer
• Call FREEVIEW on 08708 809980
PPlleeaasseennoottee::
In order to receive the best digital signals you may need an aerial upgrade.
Call our Aerial Helpline number on 0800 5428265 for more information.
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Unpack your Digital Television Recorder (DTR) and check you have all the
following accessories:
• Remote Control
• SCART lead
• Aerial lead
• Mains lead
• User Manual
• Remote control TV set-up codes
• 2 x AA batteries (ppllaacceetthheesseeiinnttooyyoouurrRReemmootteeCCoonnttrroollaasssshhoowwnn)
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Place your DTR in your preferred position and connect it to your TV following these
simple steps :-
AUnplug the aerial cable from your VCR (or TV) and plug it into the AAeerriiaallIInn
socket of your DTR.
BUsing the aerial lead supplied, connect the RRFFOOuuttsocket on your DTR to the
AAeerriiaallIInnsocket of your VCR (or TV).
CUsing the scart lead supplied, connect the TTVVSSCCAARRTTsocket on your DTR to the
AAVV11//EEXXTT11//AAUUXX11scart socket at the back of your TV.
DFinally, now connect the mains lead to the MMaaiinnssIInnppuuttsocket on your DTR and
switch on at the mains. Reconnect the power to all your existing equipment.
Turn your TV ON.
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Press the DDTTRRbutton on your remote control. The DDTTRRbutton will momentarily
flash. This will confirm that the remote control is working correctly.
Now wait for the light on the front of your DTR to turn from Amber to Green.
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Important Notice
Did the retailer check your postcode for Digital TV reception?
If not, you should contact your retailer or try one of the following to ensure you
live in a FREEVIEW coverage area:
• Text your postcode to 83331 (standard rates apply)
• Visit the websites www.freeview.co.uk or www.dtg.org.uk/consumer
• Call FREEVIEW on 08708 809980
PPlleeaasseennoottee::
In order to receive the best digital signals you may need an aerial upgrade.
Call our Aerial Helpline number on 0800 5428265 for more information.
GGeettttiinnggSSttaarrtteedd
SStteepp11--UUnnppaacckkiinngg
Unpack your Digital Television Recorder (DTR) and check you have all the
following accessories:
• Remote Control
• SCART lead
• Aerial lead
• Mains lead
• User Manual
• Remote control TV set-up codes
• 2 x AA batteries (ppllaacceetthheesseeiinnttooyyoouurrRReemmootteeCCoonnttrroollaasssshhoowwnn)
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Place your DTR in your preferred position and connect it to your TV following these
simple steps :-
AUnplug the aerial cable from your VCR (or TV) and plug it into the AAeerriiaallIInn
socket of your DTR.
BUsing the aerial lead supplied, connect the RRFFOOuuttsocket on your DTR to the
AAeerriiaallIInnsocket of your VCR (or TV).
CUsing the scart lead supplied, connect the TTVVSSCCAARRTTsocket on your DTR to the
AAVV11//EEXXTT11//AAUUXX11scart socket at the back of your TV.
DFinally, now connect the mains lead to the MMaaiinnssIInnppuuttsocket on your DTR and
switch on at the mains. Reconnect the power to all your existing equipment.
Turn your TV ON.
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Press the DDTTRRbutton on your remote control. The DDTTRRbutton will momentarily
flash. This will confirm that the remote control is working correctly.
Now wait for the light on the front of your DTR to turn from Amber to Green.
BBllaacckkLLeeaad
dss::Provided
(See accessories list).
GGrreeyyLLeeaaddss: Not Provided
AAeerriiaall::Directed towards a
transmitter, transmitting
digital terrestrial signals.
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Important Notice
Did the retailer check your postcode for Digital TV reception?
If not, you should contact your retailer or try one of the following to ensure you
live in a FREEVIEW coverage area:
• Text your postcode to 83331 (standard rates apply)
• Visit the websites www.freeview.co.uk or www.dtg.org.uk/consumer
• Call FREEVIEW on 08708 809980
PPlleeaasseennoottee::
In order to receive the best digital signals you may need an aerial upgrade.
Call our Aerial Helpline number on 0800 5428265 for more information.
GGeettttiinnggSSttaarrtteedd
SStteepp11--UUnnppaacckkiinngg
Unpack your Digital Television Recorder (DTR) and check you have all the
following accessories:
• Remote Control
• SCART lead
• Aerial lead
• Mains lead
• User Manual
• Remote control TV set-up codes
• 2 x AA batteries (ppllaacceetthheesseeiinnttooyyoouurrRReemmootteeCCoonnttrroollaasssshhoowwnn)
FFoollddoouutt>>
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Place your DTR in your preferred position and connect it to your TV following these
simple steps :-
AUnplug the aerial cable from your VCR (or TV) and plug it into the AAeerriiaallIInn
socket of your DTR.
BUsing the aerial lead supplied, connect the RRFFOOuuttsocket on your DTR to the
AAeerriiaallIInnsocket of your VCR (or TV).
CUsing the scart lead supplied, connect the TTVVSSCCAARRTTsocket on your DTR to the
AAVV11//EEXXTT11//AAUUXX11scart socket at the back of your TV.
DFinally, now connect the mains lead to the MMaaiinnssIInnppuuttsocket on your DTR and
switch on at the mains. Reconnect the power to all your existing equipment.
Turn your TV ON.
SStteepp33--IInnssttaalllliinnggyyoouurrcchhaannnneellssaanndd1144DDaayyPPrrooggrraammmmeeGGuuiiddee
Press the DDTTRRbutton on your remote control. The DDTTRRbutton will momentarily
flash. This will confirm that the remote control is working correctly.
Now wait for the light on the front of your DTR to turn from Amber to Green.
BBllaacckkLLeeaad
dss::Provided
(See accessories list).
GGrreeyyLLeeaaddss: Not Provided
AAeerriiaall::Directed towards a
transmitter, transmitting
digital terrestrial signals.
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Turn on/off sound
(on the TV).
“Quick” key to the
Top-Up TV services.
Sets the remote
control to DTR
mode.
Displays the TV
listings screen.
Controls the TV
sound level.
VOLVOL
Navigation in
menus and
programmes
(up/down for
channels,
Left/right for
time).
Takes you from
delayed TV in
memory to live TV.
Rewind and -24Hr
in the TV listings.
Stop recording or
playback.
STOPSTOP
Current programme
information. Skip
back in recordings.
Controls the Audio & Video
signals sent to the TV.
Used to select the
corresponding
colour option shown
on the screen.
Turns the DTR (or
TV) on or off.
Sets the remote
control to TV
mode.
Display the recorded
programmes screen.
Displays the DTR
main menu.
Up/down channel
or page (in menus).
CH/PgCH/Pg
Chooses the
highlighted option
or confirms your
selection. Also
activates
Quickfind (fast
channel selection).
Navigates back up
from menus.
Fast forward and
+24Hr in the TV
listings.
Pause/ Play a
recording or pause
live TV.
Top half is Pause
Bottom half is Play
Make an instant
recording of the
current programme.
RECREC
Stop recording or
playback.
Subtitles on or off.
Enter channel
numbers or
information into
menus.
Enter channel numbers or
information into menus and
“swap” between tuners and
hard disk drive.
SWAPSWAP
Your television should automatically switch
to external input and display the image as
shown. If your television does not switch
automatically, select the external TV input to
which the DTR is connected. Refer to your TV
handbook for details (The button will be
labelled AV, AUX, E or similar).
Once you can see the start-up menu and are sure all the connections are correct,
press on your DTR remote control.
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In the event that your DTR does not find any channels, or has missed some, see
over the page for
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When your DTR has successfully found all
channels, your DTR will search and install
your on-screen programme guide.
PPaarreennttaallAAddvviiccee::
Once you have completed this stage you will be prompted to set-up the Parental
Control screen. Your DTR can also receive programming from Top Up TV Anytime
which is additional programming available at all times of the day.
If children have access to your DTR, parents are advised to select the appropriate
viewing certification now, in order to restrict access. E.g By setting Certificate 12A,
you will only receive programming up to this Certificate and not programming of
Certificate 15 and higher.
Once you’ve done this, press (OK) on your remote control and you will soon be
watching your new programming.
Press (OK) on your remote control to move through the following screens.
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Your DTR also gives you access to programmes from channels like UKTV Gold and
Cartoon Network on Top Up TV Anytime. To view these additional programmes, you
need to insert your Top Up TV Viewing Card now.
If you do not have a viewing card, please visit www.topuptv.com or call Top Up TV
on 08700 543210.
Open the door on the front of your DTR and insert your Top Up TV Viewing card
(with the gold chip facing down and following the direction of the arrow) into the
viewing card slot of your DTR. Make sure the viewing card is fully inserted and then
close the door.
If your card is not properly inserted, you will
see the service activation screen shown
here.
Check that your viewing card is correctly
inserted or call the number displayed on the
screen to continue.
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• Check that all the connections have been made as shown in the diagram
and the power is switched on to all of the equipment.
• Check that the batteries in the remote control are in the right way round
and press the DDTTRRbutton. Check that the DTR button flashes when pressed.
• Make sure the TV aerial is connected directly to your DTR (1st in chain).
• Check any signal boosters are Digital TV compatible and switched on.
• Repeat the installation by following the tuning instructions on page 21 of
the main user manual.
• If this does not help, you mmaayyneed an aerial upgrade. For more information,
contact our approved Aerial Installation Helpline on 0800 5428265

Turn on/off sound
(on the TV).
“Quick” key to the
Top-Up TV services.
Sets the remote
control to DTR
mode.
Displays the TV
listings screen.
Controls the TV
sound level.
VOLVOL
Navigation in
menus and
programmes
(up/down for
channels,
Left/right for
time).
Takes you from
delayed TV in
memory to live TV.
Rewind and -24Hr
in the TV listings.
Stop recording or
playback.
STOPSTOP
Current programme
information. Skip
back in recordings.
Controls the Audio & Video
signals sent to the TV.
Used to select the
corresponding
colour option shown
on the screen.
Turns the DTR (or
TV) on or off.
Sets the remote
control to TV
mode.
Display the recorded
programmes screen.
Displays the DTR
main menu.
Up/down channel
or page (in menus).
CH/PgCH/Pg
Chooses the
highlighted option
or confirms your
selection. Also
activates
Quickfind (fast
channel selection).
Navigates back up
from menus.
Fast forward and
+24Hr in the TV
listings.
Pause/ Play a
recording or pause
live TV.
Top half is Pause
Bottom half is Play
Make an instant
recording of the
current programme.
RECREC
Stop recording or
playback.
Subtitles on or off.
Enter channel
numbers or
information into
menus.
Enter channel numbers or
information into menus and
“swap” between tuners and
hard disk drive.
SWAPSWAP
Your television should automatically switch
to external input and display the image as
shown. If your television does not switch
automatically, select the external TV input to
which the DTR is connected. Refer to your TV
handbook for details (The button will be
labelled AV, AUX, E or similar).
Once you can see the start-up menu and are sure all the connections are correct,
press on your DTR remote control.
YYoouurrDDTTRRwwiillllnnoowwsseeaarrcchhffoorraallllaavvaaiillaabblleecchhaannnneellss..
In the event that your DTR does not find any channels, or has missed some, see
over the page for
WWhhaattttooddooiiffyyoouurriinnssttaallllaattiioonnffaaiillss..
When your DTR has successfully found all
channels, your DTR will search and install
your on-screen programme guide.
PPaarreennttaallAAddvviiccee::
Once you have completed this stage you will be prompted to set-up the Parental
Control screen. Your DTR can also receive programming from Top Up TV Anytime
which is additional programming available at all times of the day.
If children have access to your DTR, parents are advised to select the appropriate
viewing certification now, in order to restrict access. E.g By setting Certificate 12A,
you will only receive programming up to this Certificate and not programming of
Certificate 15 and higher.
Once you’ve done this, press (OK) on your remote control and you will soon be
watching your new programming.
Press (OK) on your remote control to move through the following screens.
WWaattcchhiinnggPPrrooggrraammmmeessoonnTTooppUUppTTVVAAnnyyttiimmee
Your DTR also gives you access to programmes from channels like UKTV Gold and
Cartoon Network on Top Up TV Anytime. To view these additional programmes, you
need to insert your Top Up TV Viewing Card now.
If you do not have a viewing card, please visit www.topuptv.com or call Top Up TV
on 08700 543210.
Open the door on the front of your DTR and insert your Top Up TV Viewing card
(with the gold chip facing down and following the direction of the arrow) into the
viewing card slot of your DTR. Make sure the viewing card is fully inserted and then
close the door.
If your card is not properly inserted, you will
see the service activation screen shown
here.
Check that your viewing card is correctly
inserted or call the number displayed on the
screen to continue.
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• Check that all the connections have been made as shown in the diagram
and the power is switched on to all of the equipment.
• Check that the batteries in the remote control are in the right way round
and press the DDTTRRbutton. Check that the DTR button flashes when pressed.
• Make sure the TV aerial is connected directly to your DTR (1st in chain).
• Check any signal boosters are Digital TV compatible and switched on.
• Repeat the installation by following the tuning instructions on page 21 of
the main user manual.
• If this does not help, you mmaayyneed an aerial upgrade. For more information,
contact our approved Aerial Installation Helpline on 0800 5428265

Turn on/off sound
(on the TV).
“Quick” key to the
Top-Up TV services.
Sets the remote
control to DTR
mode.
Displays the TV
listings screen.
Controls the TV
sound level.
VOLVOL
Navigation in
menus and
programmes
(up/down for
channels,
Left/right for
time).
Takes you from
delayed TV in
memory to live TV.
Rewind and -24Hr
in the TV listings.
Stop recording or
playback.
STOPSTOP
Current programme
information. Skip
back in recordings.
Controls the Audio & Video
signals sent to the TV.
Used to select the
corresponding
colour option shown
on the screen.
Turns the DTR (or
TV) on or off.
Sets the remote
control to TV
mode.
Display the recorded
programmes screen.
Displays the DTR
main menu.
Up/down channel
or page (in menus).
CH/PgCH/Pg
Chooses the
highlighted option
or confirms your
selection. Also
activates
Quickfind (fast
channel selection).
Navigates back up
from menus.
Fast forward and
+24Hr in the TV
listings.
Pause/ Play a
recording or pause
live TV.
Top half is Pause
Bottom half is Play
Make an instant
recording of the
current programme.
RECREC
Stop recording or
playback.
Subtitles on or off.
Enter channel
numbers or
information into
menus.
Enter channel numbers or
information into menus and
“swap” between tuners and
hard disk drive.
SWAPSWAP
Your television should automatically switch
to external input and display the image as
shown. If your television does not switch
automatically, select the external TV input to
which the DTR is connected. Refer to your TV
handbook for details (The button will be
labelled AV, AUX, E or similar).
Once you can see the start-up menu and are sure all the connections are correct,
press on your DTR remote control.
YYoouurrDDTTRRwwiillllnnoowwsseeaarrcchhffoorraallllaavvaaiillaabblleecchhaannnneellss..
In the event that your DTR does not find any channels, or has missed some, see
over the page for
WWhhaattttooddooiiffyyoouurriinnssttaallllaattiioonnffaaiillss..
When your DTR has successfully found all
channels, your DTR will search and install
your on-screen programme guide.
PPaarreennttaallAAddvviiccee::
Once you have completed this stage you will be prompted to set-up the Parental
Control screen. Your DTR can also receive programming from Top Up TV Anytime
which is additional programming available at all times of the day.
If children have access to your DTR, parents are advised to select the appropriate
viewing certification now, in order to restrict access. E.g By setting Certificate 12A,
you will only receive programming up to this Certificate and not programming of
Certificate 15 and higher.
Once you’ve done this, press (OK) on your remote control and you will soon be
watching your new programming.
Press (OK) on your remote control to move through the following screens.
WWaattcchhiinnggPPrrooggrraammmmeessoonnTTooppUUppTTVVAAnnyyttiimmee
Your DTR also gives you access to programmes from channels like UKTV Gold and
Cartoon Network on Top Up TV Anytime. To view these additional programmes, you
need to insert your Top Up TV Viewing Card now.
If you do not have a viewing card, please visit www.topuptv.com or call Top Up TV
on 08700 543210.
Open the door on the front of your DTR and insert your Top Up TV Viewing card
(with the gold chip facing down and following the direction of the arrow) into the
viewing card slot of your DTR. Make sure the viewing card is fully inserted and then
close the door.
If your card is not properly inserted, you will
see the service activation screen shown
here.
Check that your viewing card is correctly
inserted or call the number displayed on the
screen to continue.
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77ddaayyss..
WWhhaattttooddooiiffyyoouurriinnssttaallllaattiioonnffaaiillss
• Check that all the connections have been made as shown in the diagram
and the power is switched on to all of the equipment.
• Check that the batteries in the remote control are in the right way round
and press the DDTTRRbutton. Check that the DTR button flashes when pressed.
• Make sure the TV aerial is connected directly to your DTR (1st in chain).
• Check any signal boosters are Digital TV compatible and switched on.
• Repeat the installation by following the tuning instructions on page 21 of
the main user manual.
• If this does not help, you mmaayyneed an aerial upgrade. For more information,
contact our approved Aerial Installation Helpline on 0800 5428265

1
CCoonntteennttss
2 Location
3 Safety Information
4 Introduction
5 Accessories
5 Inserting your Top Up TV Viewing card
6 Remote Control
7 Connections
9 Basic Operation
10 Using the Menus
11 Using the Quick TV Guide
12 Using the Programme Guide
15 Using your Programme Library
17 Using Planned Recordings
19 Recorder Functions
20 Set-Up
27 Troubleshooting
30 Technical Specifications
30 Product Details
31 Index
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Safety Information
Getting Started
Using Your DTR
Setting Up
Information
Index

2
LLooccaattiioonn
DIGITAL
2
Place your DTR in your preferred
position, but please consider the
following guidelines.
Make sure that Your DTR has adequate
ventilation. Do not expose your DTR to
direct sunlight and do not place any
objects on top of it.
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This receiver is suitable for use on A.C. mains supply, 220-240 V - 50 Hz only.
It must not be connected to D.C. mains.
Note: The mains lead of the receiver is fitted with a moulded plug. If the mains sockets are not compatible or if for any reason
the plug is removed please follow the directions below.
The moulded plug cannot be rewired and if removed must be disposed of safely. Remove the fuse to make it safer.
Do NOTunder any circumstances plug the severed plug into any mains socket as this could result in an electric shock.
B
Important!
If the plug is removed, rewire new plug as follows: The wires in the mains plug are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
BLUE wire to the terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured black.
BROWN wire to the terminal coded L (Live) or coloured red.
Do NOTmake any connection to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E
or by the safety symbol l or coloured green and yellow.
A fused plug must be fitted with a 3A fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362 and fuse
covers must always be securely replaced.
If the fuse blows, check the mains cable for damage or call a qualified technician. Do not
try to bridge the fuse or increase its rating!
3A
BLUE BROWN
N
E
L
3A
3A
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The OFF button BBon the remote control and on the recorder itself, does not completely disconnect the
unit from the mains supply, but switches operating power on and off.

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Safety Information
SSaaffeettyyIInnffoorrmmaattiioonn
In order that you may enjoy this product for a long time it is important that you
observe the following points when installing and operating your recorder.
NNoottee::In order to disconnect this equipment completely from the mains it is necessary
to withdraw the plug from the wall socket. Please ensure that the plug remains
accessible at all times. As soon as the mains plug is inserted into the wall socket it will
become powered and commence its initialisation sequence. When complete the unit
will remain in its standby mode until activated by use of either the remote control or
front panel stand-by button B.
●This recorder is intended for the reception of TV picture and sound signals. Any
other application is expressly prohibited.
●Avoid the long-term display of static images, e.g. menus or audio only channels.
Use the Radio Blanking feature (see Features Setup on page 20)
●DDoonnoottexpose the recorder to any moisture. The recorder is intended for use in dry
rooms. If you wish to operate it in the open air, make absolutely sure that it is
protected against moisture (rain, splashes, etc.).
●DDoonnoottplace any object filled with water (vases or similar) on the recorder.
●Place the recorder on a flat and hard surface. DDoonnoottplace any objects (e.g.
newspapers) on or under the recorder.
●If placed in an enclosed unit, the all-round distance between the recorder and the
sides of the unit must be at least 10cm. DDoonnoottallow the vent slots in the sides or
underneath to become obstructed.
●DDoonnoottplace the recorder in the immediate vicinity of a heat source or in direct
sunlight as this would prevent appropriate cooling.
●During a thunderstorm it is recommended that you disconnect the recorder from
the mains and aerial to prevent damage from lightning strikes.
●Never open the recorder as this will invalidate your guarantee.
●DDoonnoottdispose of used batteries in normal waste. Please dispose of them at
appropriate collection points.
●If you are not using the recorder for a long time (e.g. Holidays), please switch it
off at the mains. This saves energy.
NNoottee::With your DTR disconnected, your DTR will not be able to record any
programmes (including series linked programmes) or receive the daily up-dates in
Programme Guide information.
●This product has been constructed with the environment in mind. There is a
minimum of plastic parts and the packaging is largely made from recycled paper.
It is also disassembly-friendly allowing for easy recycling at the end of its life.
CCLLEEAANNIINNGG- Dust will collect on the unit and can be removed with dry clean cloth.
DDoonnoottspray any substances directly on to the unit.
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Congratulations on your choice of this state-of-the-art Digital Terrestrial Recorder (DTR). We
hope you will enjoy all the new features this technology brings to your home for many years.
Your DTR is going to revolutionise the way you watch TV.
You can interrupt the programme you are watching, for example while you answer the phone
and then resume watching where you left off. You can also pause two different channels at the
same time (recording permitting). Delayed viewing, fast-forward and rewind functions allow
you to play and replay the most interesting sequences without having to worry about the rest
of the programme which is still being recorded. These features could make you lose track of
time, but fortunately the LLIIVVEETTVVbutton brings you back to the present instantly. You can also
go back to delayed viewing with the <<<<button, as easily as if you were rewinding a video
cassette.
As soon as you start watching TV, your DTR automatically records everything you watch. It saves
a review buffer of the channel currently being watched until you change channels or your
recorder is switched off by pressing the BBbutton.
Your dealer should have checked your postcode for reception, but the availability of Digital
Signals does depend on the transmitter(s) available to your receiving aerial. If you have any
doubt about this availability, please contact your dealer, or try one of the following:
• Text your postcode to 8833333311(standard rates apply)
• Visit the websites wwwwww..ffrreeeevviieeww..ccoo..uukkor wwwwww..ddttgg..oorrgg..uukk//ccoonnssuummeerr
• Call FREEVIEWon 0088770088880099998800
If you experience reception problems, check page 27 for some suggestions
or contact our aerial helpline on 0088000055442
288226655
NNOOTTEE::This product can be upgraded from software updates broadcast over the air to your
recorder. The manufacturer reserves the right to transmit software updates that it would consider
appropriate in order to improve the functionality of the product, without degrading the quality
level.
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Aerial lead Scart lead
Remote
Control
User Manual
Quick Guide
Mains Lead
2 x AA
Batteries
5
Getting started
Your DTR also gives you access to programmes from channels like UKTV Gold and Cartoon
Network on Top Up TV Anytime. To view these additional programmes, you need to insert
your Top Up TV Viewing Card now.
Open the door on the front of your DTR and insert your Top Up TV Viewing card (with the
gold chip facing down and following the direction of the arrow) into the viewing card slot of
your DTR. Make sure the viewing card is fully inserted and then close the door.
If you do not have a viewing card, but would like to enjoy the additional programming from
Top Up TV, please visit www.topuptv.com or call TTooppUUppTTVVon 0088770000554433221100.
Remote control
TV set-up codes

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6
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The DTR remote control is capable of controlling the common functions of your TV. Locate the
“Remote control TV set-up codes ” sheet from your accessories and find your make of TV on the
list. Note the four digit number(s) applicable to your TV. On the DTR remote Press TTVV, , now press
aannddhhoollddOOKKand AAVVtogether. The TTVVbutton will flash twice. Now enter the 4 digit code
relating to your make of TV. Again the TTVVbutton will flash twice. If an invalid code is entered,
the TTVVbutton will only flash one long flash.
Make sure that the entered code is the right one for your TV by
pressing the ‘active’ buttons from the list below. If your TV does
not respond, repeat the sequence with the next available code in
the table. Once you are sure that the code is correct you can write
it down in the box to the right and on an identical label on the
inside battery door of your DTR remote control.
CCoonnttrroolllliinnggyyoouurrTTVVsseett
TTVVSets the remote control unit in TV mode (by pressing once)
and enables you then to control your TV set.
BBSwitches the TV set on or off
VVooll..++//--TVVolume control.
ccSwitches sound off or on again.
CCHH++//--Switches channel or selects an AV socket.
AAVVSelects an AV socket.
00ttoo99Change channel or enters digital values.
TTEEXXTTAccess Teletext pages (On /Off).
‘‘PPllaayy’’bbuuttttoonnAccess Teletext pages (Off)
CCoolloouurrbbuuttttoonnssEnables you to use the Teletext function onTV sets.
Insert the batteries into the handset as shown. Point the remote
control at the DTR and press the DDTTRRbutton. The DDTTRRbutton will
flash once to confirm that the remote control is working
correctly.
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DDoonnoottmix different types of batteries or new and old batteries.
DDoonnoottuse re-chargeable batteries. DDoonnoottthrow batteries into a
fire, do not recharge them. Remove the batteries from the remote
control if you are not going to use it for several weeks. Immediately remove any leaking
batteries. Take care in doing this, as leaking batteries may cause burns to the skin or other
physical injury.
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Please respect the environment and prevailing regulations.
Before you dispose of batteries ask your dealer whether they
are subject to special recycling and if they accept them back. 
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RREEMMEEMMBBEERRSSAAFFEETTYYFFIIRRSSTT--ALWAYSUNPLUG ALL YOUR EQUIPMENT FROM THE MAINS
BEFORE MAKING CONNECTIONS
CCoonnnneeccttiioonnss
Follow the steps below referring to the numbered parts on page 7 and the diagram above:-
AAUnplug the antenna cable from your VCR (or TV) and plug it into the AAeerriiaallIInnsocket of
your DTR.
BBUsing the aerial cable supplied, link the RRFFOOuuttsocket on your DTR to the AAeerriiaallIInnsocket
of your VCR. Your DTR should now be linked first to your aerial, then to your VCR and finally
the VCR to the TV.
CCUsing the scart lead supplied, link the TTVVSSCCAARRTTsocket on your DTR to the AAVV11//EEXXTT11//AAUUXX11
socket of your TV.
DDFinally, connect the mains lead to the MMaaiinnssIInnppuuttsocket on your DTR and turn on your TV.
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After a few seconds, the lights on the front will come on and a
menu will appear on the TV screen. Please follow the on screen
instructions carefully or refer to the Quick-Start Guide.
7
Getting started
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If your TV or VCR has an S-video connector, you can
connect your recorder to it with a suitable S-Video cable.
You can also connect your recorder to an external audio
amplifier with suitable cables. You can choose between
analogue audio or digital audio outputs.
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The diagram on page 7 shows a connection method that includes a VCR. The supplied Accessory
cables allow rapid connections to the TV only, in order to get you going as quickly and easily as
possible. But should you wish to adopt the more advanced connections shown in the diagrams,
please purchase additional leads as explained below.
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Use a scart lead to link the VVCCRRSSCCAARRTTsocket on your DTR to the
AAVV11//EEXXTT11//AAUUXX11socket of your VCR. This connection will allow you to
archive to a permanent media. If your VCR supports auto-start recording,
then the DTR will control the VCR automatically.
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Use a pair of stereo coaxial phono leads to connect the LL//RRAAUUDDIIOOOOUUTT
socket on your DTR to the LL//RRAAUUDDIIOOIINNon your Hi-Fi unit. This will allow
you to hear higher quality sound through your Hi-Fi.
NNOOTTEE: Audio sockets are generally identified by colour. White for Left and Red for Right.
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To get even better sound from your DTR, use a digital audio phono lead
to connect from the DDIIGGIITTAALLAAUUDDIIOOOOUUTTsocket on your DTRto the
DDIIGGIITTAALLAAUUDDIIOOIINNon your AVamplifier.
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The scart connection to a TV provides the best picture as RGB
(Red,Green,Blue separately), but some types of display device don’t have
a scart socket. In this case, either an adaptor should be purchased, or
connect an S-Video lead from the SS--VVIIDDEEOOOOUUTTon your DTR to the
SS--VVIIDDEEOOIINNon your TV, Plasma display or projector. This will also give a
high quality picture, but you must make a separate audio connection, as
the cable doesn’t carry sound.

9
Getting started
BBaassiiccOOppeerraattiioonn
NNoottee:Before you go any further, are you watching a digital TVpicture?
If not, check that your TV aerial is plugged into the DTRAAeerriiaallIInnand follow the on screen
instructions carefully or refer to the Quick-Start Guide. This will make the DTR try tuning again.
If it fails again, you will probably need to upgrade your aerial, please refer to the
troubleshooting section on page 27.
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To turn on your DTR, press any number button, the DDTTRRbutton or
the BBbutton. The red standby indicator light will go green.
To turn off your DTR, press the BBbutton. The standby light will
turn red again.
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CChhaannggiinnggcchhaannnneellssTo change channel press the CCHH++or CCHH--buttons. This will move
through the channel list one at a time. You can also set a favourite
channel list which will allow you to skip between the channels you
watch most often. How to set up this list is explained on page 25.
Note that the channel numbers are not continuous. These are set
by the broadcaster and cannot be changed.
If you wish to search for your channel by name, use
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.
Press the OOKKbutton.
Use the arrow buttons to move the highlighter around the
programme names, until the channel you wish to watch is
highlighted. (Only some channels are shown inside the box,
keep moving left or right to find the rest.) If favourite
channels are set, only those chosen will appear in the box.
Press the OOKKbutton again to change the channel.
If you know the channel number you are looking for, enter this
using the number buttons. With digital TV there can be up to 3
digits in the number.
A banner with information about the programme currently
showing will appear briefly each time the channel changes. For
more details on getting programme information, see page 11
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If your chosen channel has digital text features press the TTEEXXTTor coloured buttons to access
them. To return to normal viewing press TTEEXXTTagain. Some services offer interactive features,
details of these and how to use them will appear on screen as they occur.

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To set up and work the other facilities of your DTR you will need
to get used to operating the menus. Throughout this manual, we
will use BBOOLLDDtext when referring to remote control button
presses, and
ITALIC text when referring to a particular menu level.
You will be using the remote control buttons highlighted and the
coloured buttons, take a moment to find them now.
Please refer to the inside front cover for a full colour image of
your remote control and its primary functions.
To use these menus, you must first press the
MMEENNUUbutton which will then display the main
menu.
Now choose the item (called a sub menu) that
you want to look at.
You do this by using the UUPParrow (), to move
the yellow box up the list and the DDOOWWNNarrow
() to move it down the list.
Once you have highlighted your choice with the yellow box, press the OOKKbutton to move to
the new menu level.
If the DTR states that a PIN number is required (Personal
Identification Number), enter this now.
The default number is 00000000you can find how to change this on
page 25.
As you learn to use the DTR you will find that the number
buttons can take you directly to sub menus without the need for
using the arrow buttons. e.g. Use 4 for the fourth item (
sseettuupp
), 11
for the first item (
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In each menu, look at the bottom lines of text for more
information on which buttons to press. This could be arrow
buttons (or ) or the coloured buttons.
Finally, when you have finished making adjustments, use the
BBAACCKKbutton to return to the TV picture. You may need to press
it more than once, depending on the menu item. 
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Using Your DTR
To change the view to show what’s on NOW or NEXT, use the up
/ down arrows.
To see what’s on another channel use the left or right arrows.
If you see a programme you want to watch, press OOKK.
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When you are watching TV you can find out what’s on other channels without interrupting your
viewing using the Quick TV Guide. This is the small banner that appears at the bottom of the
screen during channel changes or when you press an arrow button.
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NNOOTTEE:
:The full Programme Guide will be updated by your recorder automatically overnight.
Until then, you will have use of a reduced guide that will not enable you to access all the
features of your recorder. Please ensure you leave your recorder in standby overnight.
Shows the
current date
and time
NNeexxttShows
the programme
name and start
time
Shows short
details of the
programme
(synopsis)
NNoowwShows
the programme
name and start
time
Shows the
channel name

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Your DTRhas access to two programme guides. Initially your DTR will access
the broadcast 7 day Programme Guide, but as soon as your DTR has acquired
the Top Up TV on-screen programming guide, you will have access to 14 day
listings. The Programme guide screen gives you a fast way of planning your
viewing and recording. To access this guide, press the GGUUIIDDEEbutton.
While in the Programme Guide, you can navigate around using the arrow buttons. Up/down
arrows will move between channels, while the left and right arrows move in time. The Guide is
split into three sections of 30 minutes each. The information contained in a time segment
usually shows the name of the programme. This is only the case when the programme takes up
the whole of that 30 minute time slot. As programmes can be longer or shorter than 30
minutes, the Programme Guide has been constructed to inform you of this.
If a programme is longer than 30 mins the next time slot shows three dots to indicate that the
programme runs in to the next slot. If a programme is shorter that 30 mins the programme
name is followed by an arrow to indicate that more than one programme exists in that slot.
If a programme does not start exactly on the time boundary, it will have two dots in front of
the programme name to indicate that it starts later than the time shown in the column
heading.
If you leave the highlighter box over a
programme for more than five seconds, a box
will appear showing a synopsis of the
programme. It also shows the start and end
times for that programme in the top right-
hand corner.
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13
Using Your DTR
Across the bottom of the screen are a number functions activated by pressing the coloured
buttons on your remote control.
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Pressing the GGRREEEENNbutton will bring up an overlay
box (pop-up). This is the
GGOOTTOODDAAYY
menu.
Using the up and down arrows you will move the
highlighter to a day in the future. Pressing OOKKwill
take you back to the Programme Guide, but now
the guide is showing programmes on the day you
selected. From here you can set-up recordings or
reminders.
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Pressing the BBLLUUEEbutton will present the guide
with just your selected favourite channels
displayed.
If you have not yet created a Favourites list, you
will see a pop-up as shown. Pressing the RREEDD
button will close the pop-up. Pressing the GREEN
button will take you to the
FFaavvoouurriitteess
set-up
screen.
Use the Up and Down arrows to highlight a channel that
you would like to make a favourite. Press OOKK
to add it to your Favourites. Your Favourites are identified
by a . You can remove it from your list by pressing the
OK button again. Also use the RED button to select all, or
the GREEN button to delete all.
To exit this menu press the BBAACCKKbutton.
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Pressing the YYEELLLLOOWWbutton will add a reminder to the currently highlighted programme. you
can see if you have set a reminder as the reminder icon will appear next to the programme
name. If you wish to cancel the reminder, press the YELLOWbutton again.
When that event arrives, you will be reminded by a pop-up which
will appear on-screen.
You can accept the reminder by pressing the GGRREEEENNbutton to
watch the programme or cancel it with the RREEDDbutton.
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