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Operating your Receiver

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.Connect a DVD player to the receiver (see connecting your receiver for details).

NOTE

To play Dolby Digital sound, the source must be connected to the receiver via the optical or coaxial input terminal

2.Press ON/ECO on the main unit or press on the remote control to switch on the receiver.

3.Press the SOURCE button repeatedly on the main unit or DVD•6 CH on the remote control to select the DVD source.

4.Switch ON the DVD player and start playback.

5.Switch ON your TV.

6.Select the appropriate A/V channel on the TV (refer to your TV manual for details) until the image from the DVD player is displayed.

7.Set the Surround Mode if needed (see "Advanced sound control" for details).

EN

NOTE

Some DVD players may require you to set the digital output format to get Dolby Digital and DTS signals through digital connection to the receiver.

Example 1:

To play Dolby Prologic II Movie sound

Press the SURROUND buttons until "Dolby PL II MOVIE" appears on the Display and all of the speaker'’ icons light up.

Example 2:

LD: You may need to select a different Audio Channel on your LD (refer to your LD player manual).

8. Adjust the volume knob accordingly.

NOTE

To receive VCR signal for recording, you must connect analog outputs from DVD/CD/SAT/TV to the analog inputs of the receiver.

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Technicolor - Thomson DPL680 manual Using the receiver to play a source, Playing a DVD with the receiver

DPL680 specifications

The Technicolor - Thomson DPL680 is a remarkable digital projector that has earned its place in the spotlight within both the home entertainment and professional presentation domains. Known for its high-quality image rendering capabilities, it employs advanced DLP (Digital Light Processing) technology, which enhances the viewing experience by delivering sharp images, deep blacks, and vivid colors. This model is particularly celebrated for its reliability and versatility, making it a popular choice among both casual movie watchers and dedicated cinephiles.

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