Asuka ARA-HD2 User Manual

Model: ARA-HD2

Car-use HD DVB-T Diversity Receiver

User Manual

Please read all of these instructions regarding your unit and retain them for future reference.

 Read this manual fully and carefully before operating this in-car DVB-T receiver.  Keep this manual handy as a reference for operating procedures and safety information.  Pay close attention to all warnings in this manual and follow the instructions carefully.  Do not allow other people to use this system until they have read and understood the

operating instructions.

 Do no block or cover the slots and openings in the cabinet. These openings are provided

for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from

overheating.

 Do not operate this in-car DVB-T receiver in any way that will divert your attention from

your vehicle. Always observe safe driving rules and follow all traffic regulations. If you

experience difficulty in operating the system or reading the display, park you vehicle in a

safe location and make necessary adjustment.

 Do not push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch

dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

 Do not place this unit near liquids. Electrical shock could result. Also, damages result

from splashing liquids on receiver., can cause smoke, and overheat

 Be sure to run the vehicle engine while using this unit to avoid battery exhaustion.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK – DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNE;

The lighting flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk at electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance

On Safety

 Do not attempt to install or service your DVB-T receiver by yourself. Installation or servicing

by people without training and experiences in both electronic equipment and automotive

accessories may be dangerous and could expose you to the risk of electric shock or other

hazards.

 If the receiver does not work properly, please pull out the electrical plug for safety. Contact

us for further technical support.

 If any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit and have it checked by

qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On Placement

 Do not install the in-car DVB-T receiver where it may (i) obstruct the driver’s vision, (ii)

impair the performance of any of the vehicle’s operating systems or safety features,

including air bags, hazard lamp buttons or (iii) impair the driver’s ability to safely operate the

vehicle.

On Operation

 The unit may not work because of improper operation. The limited warranty does not cover

consequent losses that rise from improper usage.

Precaution

Table of Contents

I. Home Menu ................................................................................... 11

II. Quick Guide for First-time User ........................................................ 12

II.1. DVB-T TV Watching ................................................................ 12

II.2. DVB-T Radio Listening ............................................................ 14

II.3. Record Function ...................................................................... 15

II.4. Movie Watching ...................................................................... 17

II.5. Music Listening ....................................................................... 18

II.6. Photo Viewing ........................................................................ 19

III. Using the Menu .............................................................................. 21

III.1. DVB-T TV/Radio Menu.......................................................... 21

III.1.1 Channel List ....................................................................... 21

III.1.2 Channel Management ........................................................ 22

III.1.3 Auto Search ....................................................................... 23

III.1.4 DVB-T Audio Settings ........................................................ 23

III.1.5 Channel Information ......................................................... 24

III.1.6 Aspect Ratio ...................................................................... 24

III.1.7 Subtitle .............................................................................. 25

III.1.8 Teletext ............................................................................. 25

III.1.9 AFS Setting* ...................................................................... 25

III.2. System Settings ................................................................... 27

III.2.1 Country/Language ............................................................ 27

III.2.2 Display Setting .................................................................. 27

III.2.3 Monitor Port Setting .......................................................... 28

III.2.4 Antenna Power Output (+5V) ............................................ 28

III.2.5 Version Upgrade ................................................................ 28

III.2.6 Reset Default ..................................................................... 29

III.3. Photo Menu .......................................................................... 30

III.4. Music Menu .......................................................................... 30

III.5. Movie Menus ........................................................................ 31

III.5.1 Menu ................................................................................. 31

III.5.2 Audio Selection .................................................................. 31

III.5.3 Subtitle .............................................................................. 31

IV. Trouble Shooting Q&A ..................................................................... 32

V. Specification .................................................................................. 34

Front Side

(1) AV I/O port: Combination of power input, ACC input, IR , URAT, CVBS,

Video/Audio GND and RGB output.

(2) Operating: the “Operating” LED indicates if the system is working. (3) Power: the “Power” LED indicates if the 12V or 24V power supply has

been successfully applied to the device.

(4) USB port: Plug the USB memory stick and HDD to USB port for

multimedia playback and TV recording.

Unit Description & Installation Guide

(3) Power

(2) Operating

(4) USB

(1) AV I/O port

Back Side

(5) Ant. In: antenna connection port (NOTE: this unit provides +5V antenna

power through this connection port.)

*Please see next chapter for further information

Warning: Make sure the power supply jack is correctly connected.

When the unit is intended to use +12/24V power supply provided via ACC route, please make

sure the red wire is correctly connected with the ACC ignition for proper system operations.

Warning: Connect antennas into the unit before turning on.

Please connect the antennas first and then turn on the unit. The device will not detect the active

antenna and provide antenna power if it is installed the other way around.

(5) Ant-in

Antenna Connection

In-car digital TV reception varies from vehicle to vehicle and the installer may need to try several mounting positions to determine the best one which provides strong and stable signal reception in your vehicle.

Antenna Location

To extend the reception area, we recommend that one antenna is mounted at the front and one at the rear of the vehicle. Please refer to the diagram below for some recommended locations.

Front Location Rear Location

(1) Behind the Front Bumper, providing that it is not metal (2) Bottom of Front Windscreen (in car) (3) Top of Front Windscreen (in car) (4) Top of Rear Windscreen (in car) (5) Bottom of Rear Windscreen (in car) (6) Behind the Rear Bumper, providing that it is not metal

*Noted: The DTV signal of position (2) ~ (5) will be stronger than position (1) and (6).

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Once a suitable position is found, carefully route the antenna cables to the

receiver unit and then connect to the Antenna Inputs on the DTV receiver.

Antenna Installation

For a better reception, please (1) Place the rod antenna horizontally and, (2) Keep the rod antenna away from metals. Please refer to the diagram below for our recommendations and cable route.

Description

B output

R output

G output

VIDEO_GND

AUDIO_GND

CVBS Videoutput 7

AUDIO L output

Audio R output

UART Rx input

UART Tx input

IR data intput

LED_EN

IR power output

PWR_GND

+12V input

ACC input

AV I/O Ports Definition

B out

G out

GND

Audio L out

Rx in

IR data input

IR power out

+12V in

R out

CVBS out

Tx in

GND

Audio R out

IR LED EN

ACC

Button name

Function

POWER

Select power-on or stand-by

MUTE

Mute control

SOURCE

Select a video source from DTV/AV1/AV2

PREVIEW

No function

AUDIO

Select second language and stereo audio

ENTER

To enter the selected channel number

INFO

Display digital TV system information

Digital keys

Digit buttons to select channels

RECALL

Return to the last selected channel

Select the highlighted item

VOL

Select volume up or move the cursor right

VOL

Select volume down or move the cursor left

CH▲

Select channel up or move the cursor up

CH▼

Select channel down or move the cursor down

Home

Go to home screen

EPG

Electronic Program Guide

MANUAL

No function

Enter the setup menu

EXIT

Exit the current setup

AUTO SCAN

To scan channels automatically

PLAY/PAUSE

Select play or pause

Fast Rewind

Fast Forward

REC●

Start record TV/Radio program or exit recording

Replay

No function

TTX

To display teletext content

RED BUTTON

Subtitle key in normal operation mode or the hot

GREEN BUTTON

Hot key to enter Teletext pages in Teletext mode

YELLOW BUTTON

Select page up in the EPG mode or the hot key to

BLUE BUTTON

Select page down in the EPG mode or the hot key

If the battery in remote controller is low on power, please install the battery as described below.

1. Rotate the battery cover to the ‘open’ side and remove the cover.

2. Replace old battery with new one.

3. Set cover back based on the indentation.

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Remote Control Operations

Remote Control Battery Installation

Basic accessories:

o Power cord o Remote controller o AV port cord o IR extension cable

Optional accessories:

o Active antennas o Monitor port cord

Accessories

I. Home Menu

This is the home menu screen. You can highlight the DVB-T TV mode, the DVB-T Radio mode, the video playback mode, the music playback mode, the picture viewing mode, and the system settings. Use [CH] and [CH] buttons to highlight the desired item and press [OK] button to select it.

DVB-T TV Mode

To enter DVB-T TV mode.

DVB-T Radio Mode

To listen to DVB-T radio broadcasting.

Movie Playback Mode

To enter movie playback mode and watch movie files.

Music Playback Mode

To enter audio playback mode and listen to music.

Photo Viewing Mode

To enter photo viewing mode and watch pictures.

System Settings

To configure the device settings.

Note: Press the [HOME] key to go back to the home screen anytime.

Press the [SOURCE] key to switch AV source anytime.

II. Quick Guide for First-time User

II.1. DVB-T TV Watching

Step 1: Turn on the device

1. Turn on the vehicle’s ACC or IGN. (or start the vehicle)

2. When the device has power, the POWER LED indicator will illuminate RED.

3. Press the POWER button to turn the device on. Operating LED on the device

will illuminate Green when system is ON.

NOTE: If the Operating LED does not turn on, please check if the battery is inserted properly in the remote control or battery has sufficient power.

Step 2: Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to select “TV” options and press [OK] button to enter the TV mode. After that, the setup wizard screen shows up.

Operating LED

Power LED

Step 3: Select your own OSD language, your located region, whether it’s

summer time at present.

1. Use [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight the item.

2. Use [VOL] button to set the highlight item.

3. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to scroll up and down the options.

4. Select one by pressing the [OK] button or exit the setting by pressing

the [MENU] button.

NOTE: Time zone setting will be automatically updated once the Region setting is changed.

Step 4: Perform auto search to find available DVB-T channels.

1. Use [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight the “start” option.

2. Press [OK] button to start auto searching.

Step 5: Job well-done! You can now sit back and enjoy your mobile TV.

NOTE: Keep [OK] button pressed to change the aspect ratio of current TV program.

II.2. DVB-T Radio Listening

1. Press [CH]/[ CH]buttons to select

the Ratio item and then press [OK] button to enter the radio mode.

2. Press [CH]/[CH]buttons to select

your preferred radio channel.

3. The radio service will start instantly.

II.3. Record Function

NOTE: ARA-HD supports both DVB-T TV and DVB-T Radio recording.

1. During TV or Radio mode, press [REC] to

start recording TV/Radio programs. The timer menu will appear on the lower left screen. This timer menu will disappear automatically when no operation is performed within 10 seconds.

NOTE:

a. Please ensure that a USB Storage device is connected to the unit before

recording.

b. While ACC/IGN is turned off, the unit will continue to record within preset

recording time. The unit will automatically turn itself off after the recording is finished.

2. In the timer menu, you may use [CH] /

[CH] to select the recording time. Then press [OK] to start the recording with

selected timer. icon will appear on the left upper screen. The information of current recording time will be shown beside the

icon.

3. You can simply call the timer menu out with press [REC] again.

4. To stop recording, please select the STOP

item in timer menu.

5. Recorded TV programs can be played back

in Movie mode. And the recorded Radio programs can be played back in Music mode.

Important notes:

i. A recorded program will be stored in a default folder named

“Recorded_Program”. The file types will be “.TSV” file for TV program and “.TA” file for Radio.

ii. The file is named as (Channel Name) + (Recorded Date Recorded Time) iii. Maximum file size of FAT/FAT32 is 4 GB, if the file exceeds this size, the

system will cut the recorded file into 2 parts.

iv. 1 GB storage can record TV program for approximately up to 45 minutes. v. Storage files system can support FAT/FAT32/NTFS format. vi. Generally all USB 2.0 flash drive can be used as recorded file storage.

However, there are cases when the USB flash drive can’t store recorded programs from DVB-T receiver unit. It’s strongly suggested to format the USB storage device by PC or laptop before it’s inserted into the DVB-T receiver unit.

vii. WARNING! Please do not edit the “*.PLT” & “RECORD.TMP” files.

Modifying/deleting this file will cause error on recorded file.

II.4. Movie Watching

This section below will explain how to quickly play a video file stored on USB device.

1. After selecting movie playback mode on

the home screen, file browser screen will appear. Press [OK] button to select the root folder.

2. The available video files will appear on

screen. Use [CH] and [CH] buttons to scroll up and down through files, and then select the desired file by pressing [OK] button. The video file will instantly start playing.

NOTE: Users can only choose video files under this mode. System will not support music or photo files under this mode.

3. Press [EXIT] button to return.

NOTE:

1. Press the FR / FF button to increase or decrease the playing speed.

2. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to pause or resume music playing.

3. Press [RED] button to delete highlighted file/folder.

II.5. Music Listening

The section below will explain how to quickly play a music file stored on USB device.

1. After selecting music playback mode on

the home screen, file browser screen will appear. Press [OK] button to select the root folder.

2. The available audio files will appear on

screen. Use [CH] and [CH] buttons to scroll up and down through files, and then select the desired file by pressing the [OK] button. The audio file will instantly start playing.

NOTE: users can only choose music files under this mode. Video or photo files are not supported under this mode

3. Press [EXIT] button to return.

NOTE:

1. Press the FR / FF button to increase or decrease the playing speed

2. Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to pause or resume music playing.

3. Press [RED] button to delete highlighted file/folder.

II.6. Photo Viewing

The section below will explain how to view a picture file stored on USB device.

1. After selecting photo viewing mode on the

home screen, file browser screen will appear. Press [OK] button to select the root folder.

2. Available picture and folders will appear on

screen. Use [CH]/[CH]/[VOL]/[VOL] buttons to browse the folder, and then select the desired one by pressing [OK] button.

Note: users can only choose photo files under this mode. If users choose music or video files, the system will not support.

3. A picture preview will appear. Press

[CH]/[CH]/[VOL]/[VOL] to select a picture, and press [OK] button to display the picture in full screen mode.

4. Press [EXIT] button to return.

NOTE: Press the [PLAY/PAUSE] button to pause or resume photo slideshow.

 Photo Viewing – Advanced Functions

 Rotating picture

Press [VOL] button to rotate the picture clockwise, and press [VOL] button to rotate it counterclockwise.

 Slideshow

Press [PLAY/PAUSE] to start/stop photo slideshow.

 Zoom

1. When viewing a picture, press [OK] to enter zoom mode.

2. Press [FF] to zoom in or press [FR] to zoom out.

3. Use [CH]/[CH]/[VOL]/[VOL] to navigate the picture.

4. Press [EXIT] button to exit the zoom function.

III.Using the Menu

III.1. DVB-T TV/Radio Menu

After entering the DVB-T TV or Radio service, press [MENU] button to make the menu appear. By navigating through different options, you can have access to channel list, channel management, automatic channel search function, DVB-T audio settings, channel info, aspect ratio, subtitle function, teletext, AFS setting.

III.1.1 Channel List

To display channel information, preview the program, and to access the Electronic Program Guide (EPG)

a. Channel List

1. Select “Channel List” in the TV menu and

press [OK] button. The “Channel List”

will appear on screen.

NOTE: you can also press [EPG] button on remote controller to enter “Channel List” while enjoying DVB-T TV/Radio.

2. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to scroll

up/down the channel list to preview the program.

3. Press [VOL] button to show the details of the channel.

4. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit.

b. Schedule

1. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to scroll

up/down the date list to see program schedule of the corresponding date.

2. Press [VOL] button to activate program

schedule.

3. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to scroll

up/down the program schedule to see previous/next program on the selected date.

4. To return back to date list, please press [VOL] button

5. While in program schedule list, press [OK] button to see more

information of the selected program.

6. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to return “Channel List” screen.

c. Brief

1. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] to return to

“Schedule” screen.

III.1.2 Channel Management

To rearrange and to edit the TV channel list by skip, move, and delete functions.

1. Select “Channel Management” in the TV

Menu and press [OK] button. The management screen will appear as on the picture on the right.

2. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to scroll

up/down the channel list. Press [OK] button to enter the editing menu for a chosen channel.

3. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit anytime.

Skip a Channel

1. After entering the channel editing menu, select the “SKIP” visual-button on

screen by pressing [VOL]/[VOL] buttons.

2. Press [OK] button to activate or deactivate it.

NOTE: this function temporarily removes the channel from the program list. Users can restore the channels by deactivating this function.

Channel Movement

1. After entering the channel editing menu, select the “MOVE” visual-button

on screen by pressing [VOL]/[VOL] buttons.

2. Use [CH]/[CH] buttons to move the channel up or down in the list.

3. Press [OK] button to save the new listing.

Channel Delete

1. After entering the channel editing menu, select the “DELETE” visual-button

on screen by using [VOL]/[VOL] buttons.

2. Press [OK] button to delete the channel.

NOTE: this function will permanently delete the channel from the current program list. Users restore the channels only by performing auto search.

III.1.3 Auto Search

To search the available channels automatically.

1. Browse the TV menu screen using

[CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight the “Automatic Search” option.

NOTE: you can also press [AUTO SCAN] button to enter “Automatic Channel Search” while enjoying DVB-T TV/Radio.

2. Press [OK] button to start the channel

search.

III.1.4 DVB-T Audio Settings

To select either master or secondary language as well as the audio channel of current service.

1. Browse the TV menu screen using

[CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight the “Audio” option. Press [OK] button to enter the “Audio” menu.

NOTE: you can also press [AUDIO] button to enter “Audio” while enjoying DVB-T TV/Radio.

2. Use [VOL]/[VOL] buttons to select

stereo/left/right audio channel. Scroll through the available language using [CH▲]/[CH▼] buttons. Press [OK] button to select the language.

3. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] key to exit.

III.1.5 Channel Information

Provide the information of current service’s system

parameters and signal information.

1. Browse the TV menu screen using

[CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight the channel information option.

NOTE: you can also press [INFO] button to

enter “Channel Information” while

enjoying DVB-T TV/Radio.

2. Press [OK] button to display the channel

information.

3. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit.

III.1.6 Aspect Ratio

To adjust image aspect ratio into full-screen, letter-box, and none

1. Browse TV menu using [CH]/[CH]

button and press [OK] button to enter “Aspect Ratio”

2. Press [VOL] button and use [CH]/[CH]

to scroll up/down the options.

3. Select one by pressing [OK] button or exit

the setting by pressing [MENU]/[EXIT] button.

4. After adjusting, press [MENU]/[EXIT] button to leave “Aspect Ratio” menu.

III.1.7 Subtitle

To activate or deactivate the subtitle function.

1. Browse the TV menu screen using

[CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight the “Subtitle” option. Press [OK] button to enter the “Subtitle” menu.

NOTE: you can also press [RED] button to enter “Subtitle” while enjoying DVB-T TV/Radio.

2. Use [VOL]/[VOL] buttons to select

stereo/left/right audio channel. Scroll the available language using [CH▲]/[CH▼] buttons. Press [OK] button to activate the subtitle.

3. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] key to exit.

III.1.8 Teletext

To enter the teletext menu.

1. Using [CH]/[CH] buttons, browser TV

menu to highlight the “Teletext” option. Press [OK] button to enter “Teletext”

menu.

NOTE: you can also press [TTX] button to

enter “Teletext” menu while enjoying

DVB-T TV/Radio.

2. Press [CH] button to view next page or

[CH] to view previous teletext page.

3. Press numerical key button to jump to specific teletext page.

4. Press [MENU]/[EXIT] to leave.

III.1.9 AFS Setting*

To set up AFS mode. There are three AFS mode available:

1. OFF: turning OFF AFS function

2. Manual: when signal is weak, after certain seconds AFS period time, for the continuous reception of current TV program the unit will first search a new available frequency from existing database. If none was

found, user has to manually perform channel search procedures either via DVB-T menu option “Auto Search”.

3. Auto: when signal is weak, after certain seconds AFS period time, for the continuous reception of current TV program the unit will first search a new available frequency from existing database. If none was found, unit will automatically perform channel search procedures after user-defined tuning period time.

1. Browse TV menu using [CH]/[CH]

button and press [OK] button to enter “AFS Setting”

2. Press [VOL] button and use [CH]/[CH]

to scroll up/down the options.

3. Select one by pressing [OK] button or exit

the setting by pressing [MENU]/[EXIT] button.

4. After adjusting, press [MENU]/[EXIT] button to leave “AFS Setting” menu.

*What is AFS? AFS or Auto Frequency Switch is a smart feature that allowing user to watch a channel when moving between 2 cities/areas where the channel is

broadcasted in different frequencies. For example, channel “ABC” in city A is broadcasted in frequency 474MHz. In city B, this channel “ABC” is broadcasted in

frequency 490MHz. With this feature, when user moving from city A to city B or

vice versa, user can keep watching the channel “ABC” without having lost the

signal neither performing auto search to find the new frequency in city B.

III.2. System Settings

This is the menu screen of system settings. Users can adjust the country/language setting, picture quality, monitor port setting, antenna power output, reset default, and proceed to a software upgrade. Use [CH] and [CH] buttons to highlight the desired item and press [OK] button to select one.

III.2.1 Country/Language

To set up the OSD language and DVB-T regional settings.

1. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight

the item you want to adjust.

2. Press [VOL] button and use

[CH]/[CH] to scroll up and down the options.

3. Select one by pressing the [OK] button or

exit the setting by pressing the [EXIT]/[MENU] button.

4. After adjusting, press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit the “Region/Language”

menu.

III.2.2 Display Setting

To adjust picture brightness and colour setting (hue, contrast, and saturation)

1. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight

the item you want to adjust.

2. Press [VOL]/[VOL] button to adjust

item highlighted.

3. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit the

“Display Setting” menu.

III.2.3 Monitor Port Setting

To set up the video output format through monitor port

1. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight

the item you want to adjust.

2. Press [VOL] button and use

[CH]/[CH] to scroll up and down the options.

3. Select one by pressing the [OK] button or

exit the setting by pressing the [EXIT]/[MENU] button.

4. After adjusting, press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit the “Monitor Port

Setting” menu.

III.2.4 Antenna Power Output (+5V)

To provide/stop providing antenna phantom power

1. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight

the item you want to adjust.

2. Press [VOL] button and use

[CH]/[CH] to scroll up and down the options.

3. Select one by pressing the [OK] button or

exit the setting by pressing the [EXIT]/[MENU] button.

4. After adjusting, press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit the “Antenna Power

Output” setting.

III.2.5 Version Upgrade

To upgrade the user interface software version.

1. Insert the USB device containing the

software upgrade file into the card slot.

2. After entering the Version/Upgrade menu,

press [OK] button to start the upgrade.

III.2.6 Reset Default

To reset all settings to factory default.

1. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight “Reset Default” option and press

[OK] to enter.

2. Press [OK] to reset system’s settings to factory default.

3. Press [EXIT] to exit.

III.3. Photo Menu

On entering Photo service, press [MENU] button to invoke photo menu. Through this menu, user can adjust playing mode, repeat mode, slideshow time, and slideshow effect.

1. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight the item you want to adjust.

2. Press [VOL] button and use [CH]/[CH] to scroll up and down the

options.

3. Select one by pressing the [OK] button or exit the setting by pressing the

[EXIT]/[MENU] button.

4. After adjusting, press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit.

III.4. Music Menu

On entering Music service, press [MENU] button to invoke music menu. Through this menu, user can adjust the sound effect, set up the equalizer, set the play mode and repeat mode.

1. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight the item you want to adjust.

2. Press [VOL] button and use [CH]/[CH] to scroll up and down the

options.

3. Select one by pressing the [OK] button or exit the setting by pressing the

[EXIT]/[MENU] button.

4. After adjusting, press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit.

III.5. Movie Menus

On entering Movie service, user can manipulate aspect ratio, sound effect, set up the equalizer, the play mode, change audio, and subtitle.

III.5.1 Menu

1. Press [MENU] to enter “Menu”.

2. Press [CH]/[CH] buttons to highlight

the item you want to adjust.

3. Press [VOL] button and use [CH]/[CH]

to scroll up and down the options.

4. Select one by pressing the [OK] button or

exit the setting by pressing the [EXIT]/[MENU] button.

5. After adjusting, press [EXIT]/[MENU] button to exit the “Movie Menu”.

III.5.2 Audio Selection

1. Press [AUDIO] button to enter “Audio

Selection” while enjoying Movie playback.

2. Use [VOL]/[VOL] buttons to select

stereo/left/right audio channel. Scroll the available language using [CH▲]/[CH▼] buttons. Press [OK] button to select the language.

3. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] key to exit.

III.5.3 Subtitle

1. Press [RED] button to enter “Subtitle”

menu while enjoying Movie playback.

2. Use [VOL]/[VOL] buttons to select

stereo/left/right audio channel. Scroll the available language using [CH▲]/[CH▼] buttons. Press [OK] button to activate the subtitle.

3. Press [EXIT]/[MENU] key to exit.

IV. Trouble Shooting Q&A

Most of the troubleshooting issues can be easily resolved. The most common cases and their respective solutions are listed in the table below. If the problem persists, please contact the after sales service.

Problem

Possible Reason

Solution

No picture, no audio.

The power cord is not properly inserted into the unit.

Check the power wire connection.

The unit is not switched on.

Press [POWER] button.

Unit is in stand-by mode.

Press [POWER] button.

In DVB-T mode, the number of DVB-T channels is not as much as we expected.

The number of available channels is limited due to the local broadcasting environment. The available channels can vary depending on the area.

Perform “Auto Search” or “Manual Search” to rescan all the channels.

The signal quality of some TV channels is too low.

Please use active antennas instead of passive antennas for better reception quality.

Some TV channels are not available.

Only the locally free broadcasted channels can be viewed. They can differ depending on the area.

In DVB-T mode, all of the channels show “no signal” or random mosaic tiles appear on the display.

Some TV channels signal quality is too low.

Please use active antennas instead of passive antennas for better reception quality.

The antennas are not properly connected.

Please check the connection of the antennas.

No DVB-T service is provided in the area.

Check your country DVB-T coverage map. It is not possible to watch digital TV/listen to digital radio in non-covered areas.

Incorrect Regional Setting

Please check whether “Regional Setting” is correct, and perform “Auto Search” to rescan all of the

channels.

The video is fine but there is no sound.

The audio volume is too low.

Press [VOL] button to raise the volume.

The audio is muted.

Press [MUTE] button to disable the mute function.

The remote control does not work

No power.

Check the remote control battery.

NOTE: the new remote control might be supplied with a small

plastic insulator to avoid discharge of battery power. Check that the plastic insulator has been removed.

No “line-of-sight” between unit and controller

Ensure there are no obstacle between the controller and the unit.

V. Specification

Features

DVB-T Reception

Best in class performance of DVB-T TV reception (Diversity-2)

Multimedia playback

MP3, MPEG4, JPEG multimedia playback through USB device

Advanced functions

Support Pay TV, TV-recording , and AFS function

RF Input

Antenna

Active antenna supported (F-Connector or Fakra type)

Frequency range

VHF (170-230 MHz) and UHF band (470-862 MHz)

RF input impedance

75 Ohm

Channel bandwidth

6/7/8 MHz

TV System

Transmission standard

ETS 300 744 DVB-T compliance

Video/Audio decoder

Real time 1080 Full-HD Video Decoder:

MPEG-2(ISO/IEC 13818-2) SD& HD

H.264 (MPEG-4 AVC, ISO/IEC 14496-10) SD & HD

S/W Feature

OSD Language

English, French, Deutsch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Holland,

Russian, Polish, Swedish, Finland, Turkish, Czech, Greece, Danish,

Arabic, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Hungarian, Simplified Chinese,

Vietnamese, Indonesian

Features

DVB-T TV/Radio, Auto Channel Search, Multi–Language EPG,

Teletext, Subtitle, Auto Frequency Switch (AFS)

TV/Radio Recording

Record TV/ Radio programs on USB device

Media format

Media port

USB

Audio format

MP3, WAV, AAC

Video format

MPEG-I/II/IV, VOB, AVI, DivX, Xvid, MKV, TS, MOV, RMVB

Photo format

JPEG, BMP, GIF, PNG, TIFF

Subtitle format

SRT, SUB, SSA, ASS, SMI, PSB, TXT, IDX

Recorded file format

*.TSV (TV recording) and *.TSA (Radio recording)

Interface

USB port

USB 2.0 host supported (for playback and for TV/Radio recording)

AV I/O port

Combination of 12V power input, ACC input, IR input, URAT, CVBS

and RGB output.

Power

Input voltage

+12-24 V DC

Power consumption

3.5 Max.

Dimension and Weight

Dimension

80 x 28.5x 137.5 mm

Weight

242 g

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