THOMSON THT740 - 3.0 CONNECTION AND CONFIGURATION; 3.1 Antenna and Internet Connections; 3.2 TV Connections

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CONNECTION
1. Remove the cover.
2. Insert the batteries.
3. Place the cover.
2.6 Using the remote control
Fig. 5
To use the remote control, point it towards the front of your receiver. The remote control supports a range
of up to5meters distance to the receiver at an angle of up to approx. 30 degrees.
NOTE: Managing the receiver will be limited or not possible if there are obstacles between the remote
control sensor (at the front panel of the receiver) and the remote control. Direct sunlight or
very bright light can reduce or disturb the reception of the remote control signals.
3.0 CONNECTION
3.1 Connecting to a terrestrial antenna
Fig. 6
To receive broadcast signals, your terrestrial indoor or outdoor antenna must be connected to the ANT IN
connector on the back of the receiver. Use a proper shielded antenna cable and suitable connectors.
NOTE: If the signals at your location are too weak to receive proper signals with an indoor antenna,
we recommend using an outdoor antenna which can be pointed towards the transmission
tower. Ask your local dealer for more information. If you are using an active antenna with
built-in antenna amplifier, switch the antenna power to ON in the menu Manual Search.
3.2 Connecting to TV with HDMI cable
Fig. 6
The TV set shall be connected to the receiver using a good quality HDMI cable. This connection gives the
highest possible picture quality.
3.3 Connecting to TV with SCART cable
Fig. 6
Your receiver is also equipped with a SCART connector; alternatively, the TV set can be connected to the
receiver using a good quality SCART cable.
3.4 Connecting a USB storage device
Fig. 6
Use this connector to access files from your USB storage devices for Multimedia functions or update
the software of your receiver. HDD can only be supported with a maximum current of800mA. It is
recommended to use at least USB 2.0 storage devices for playback of video files or HD movies.
3.5 Connecting to the Internet for RSS feeds and weather forecasts
Fig. 7
To use RSS feeds and weather forecast, the receiver must be connected to the Internet. Connect the
Ethernet (RJ-45) connector at least with a class CAT5E cable to your router/socket/Extender or similar
applicable equipment, which provides access to the Internet.
3.6 Connection to main power supply
Fig. 7
After all the connections are established you can connect your new HD receiver to the main power by
using the included external power adapter and connect the plug it to the wall socket.