BT DTR-T2100 - User Manual

The BT TV box is a digital television receiver that allows users to watch live TV, record programmes, and access on-demand content. It integrates with your broadband service to provide a comprehensive entertainment experience. The box offers up to 300 hours of recording space, allowing users to save and watch their favourite shows at their convenience. It supports recording two programmes simultaneously, though this means a third live TV channel cannot be watched at the same time. Users can still access streaming services like Netflix or Now TV, or watch previously recorded content in such scenarios. The BT TV box also provides access to Freeview channels (001-250) and BT subscribed channels (300-550).

The BT Player is a central feature, offering a vast library of on-demand entertainment, including blockbuster movies and popular TV shows available for watching, buying, or renting. The BT TV app extends the functionality, allowing users to watch BT TV content (excluding Freeview) on mobile devices or tablets. This app supports a "Continue Watching" feature, enabling users to start a programme on their TV and pick it up later on a mobile device. It also allows remote recording, so users can set recordings even when away from home. The app provides access to live BT TV subscription channels, on-demand catch-up TV shows, and the ability to download purchased films and TV for offline viewing.

Usage Features

Setting up the BT TV box involves three main steps: plugging in the aerial and HDMI cables, connecting to the internet via an Ethernet cable to the BT Hub, and powering up the box. The guide recommends choosing 'Smart standby' for faster start-up during the initial setup.

The remote control is a key interface for interacting with the BT TV box. It features standard controls like On/off, Home (to access the preview bar, on-demand programmes, players, apps, recordings, and settings), Information (for programme details), Record (for one-off programmes or entire series), TV Guide (to see what's on TV and radio), Pause (to pause, rewind, and fast forward live or recorded TV), Search (for content across all TV and on-demand players), and Delete/Subtitle (to delete recordings or toggle subtitles). The remote also has a 'TV AV' input button to switch between AV devices like games consoles, and a dedicated 'BT Player' button for quick access to on-demand entertainment.

A notable feature of the remote is its ability to control the TV itself, reducing the need for multiple remotes. Users can program the remote with a four-digit code specific to their TV brand. Once programmed, the remote can turn the TV on/off and control its volume.

Parental controls are available to manage access to programmes based on age ratings, using a parental control PIN. A separate payment PIN is used for purchasing content on the BT Player. Both PINs can be the same for convenience. If a PIN is forgotten, the guide provides instructions for resetting it or contacting BT support.

The BT TV box uses a system of front lights to indicate its status, such as standby (Energy Saver or Always Ready), connected to hub, or recording. This visual feedback helps users understand what the box is doing at a glance.

Maintenance Features

The guide provides essential safety and legal information, including instructions for proper installation and use to prevent electric shock or fire. It emphasizes using only the provided power supply adaptor and connecting it to a secure socket. Users are advised to keep the power supply adaptor and remote control out of reach of children and pets. Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat and should be replaced with equivalent types.

Cleaning instructions specify unplugging the BT TV box from the wall socket before cleaning and using a soft, dry cloth. Cleaning fluids or solvents should be avoided. Proper ventilation is crucial for the BT TV box; it should be placed in a well-ventilated area, not covered, or kept in confined spaces. The box should be protected from moisture, dust, and extreme temperatures, and not placed on soft furnishings or delicate surfaces that could be damaged by heat.

In case of damage or suspicious noise, users are instructed to stop using the box immediately, disconnect it from the electrical socket, and contact BT support. The guide also warns against damaging the power cord by bending, twisting, or placing objects on it, and stresses the importance of easy access to the mains plug for safety.

To avoid damage to the hard disk drive, users are advised not to move the BT TV box or suddenly turn off the power while the hard disk drive is running, as this could lead to data corruption.

The guide also covers accessibility tools to make BT TV easier to use. These include:

High-contrast colour scheme: For users who find menus difficult to read, this scheme provides white text on a black background, improving readability.
Remove channel logos: This option simplifies the Guide by removing channel logos, which can make it easier to read for some users.
Remove transparency: Users can adjust settings to eliminate the 'transparent' background image of a programme while browsing the Guide, which can improve clarity.
Subtitles, Audio Description (AD), and Sign Language: If these features are provided by the broadcaster, they can be turned on/off using the remote control for live TV, on-demand programmes, and recordings.
Audio feedback (remote beep): This feature provides a beep sound every time a button is pressed on the remote, which can assist partially sighted and blind users with navigation.
Zoom function: The Zoom button on the remote allows users to enlarge text in the main menu and the TV Guide, making it easier to read. The arrow buttons can then be used to navigate the zoomed screen.
Keyboard as a remote: A UK USB keyboard can be connected to the BT TV box to control it, either alongside or instead of the remote. This supports standard alphabet keys for text entry, number keys, and the '1' key for cycling through punctuation. BT TV box supports various keyboard layouts, and overlays can be printed from the BT website.
Grid 3 Software: This software, available for Windows PCs and tablets, allows control of the BT TV box using touch, switch, eye gaze, and pointing devices, offering an alternative control method for users with specific accessibility needs.

The document also mentions that the guide is available in other formats, including Braille, large print, and audio CD, and provides contact information for obtaining these.

BT DTR-T2100 Specifications

General

Brand	BT
Model	DTR-T2100
Type	Set-top box
Storage Capacity	500GB
Recording Capability	Yes
HDMI Output	Yes
Ethernet Port	Yes
Wi-Fi	Yes
USB Ports	1
Tuner	Yes
Tuner Type	DVB-T2
Resolution	1080p
SCART Output	No
EPG	Yes
Timeshift	Yes
Parental Control	Yes
Teletext	Yes
Subtitles	Yes
Video Formats	H.264, MPEG-2
Audio Formats	AAC, MP3