Bush DTC8021 Instruction manual

Instruction manual

ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder

(DTC8021)

Contents

You’ll soon be enjoying your new ShowDrive Digtial TV Recoder (DTC8021)

It all begins here, with your instructions. Don’t worry, there’s nothing too technical coming up. Just simple, step-by-step guidance to get you up and running quickly. Sound good? Then let’s get started

Technical Speciﬁcation

Video/Audio Decoding Hardware

MPEG2 SD & HD Processor Mstar K3 Core ARM9

H.263 (MPEG4) SD & HD 5000 DMIPS

MPEG Audio 3D graphic support

AAC Permanent Storage

AAC-HD v2 High performance 16GB SD card

Dolby Digital Resolutions

Dolby Digital Plus 720p

Tuner 1080i/p

Dual DVB-T2 tuner 1080p/25

Memory Configuration 1080p/50

512MB DDR3 Interfaces

4MB NOR Flash 5 x buttons

256MB NAND Flash Bi-colour LED

Connectors 4 x 7 segment display (green)

IEC RF Input Power

RF loopthrough External power supply 100-240V AC

HDMI Bi-colour LED

RJ45 4 x 7 segment display (green)

1x USB slot <1W standby

UK plug

Help and Guidance

We’re here to help you get the most from your ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder. Should you require any guidance, a simple solution can often be found online at:

www.argos-support.co.uk

If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105.

If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can

often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,

Safety information

Safety information 6

Library 25

Record Schedule 26

Apps 26

Getting to know your

ShowDrive Recorder

Accessories 10

Your DTC8021 box

Your DTC8021 remote 12

Connect your aerial antenna 13

Connect your network 13

Connect your TV 14

Connect the power 14

Search 27

Settings 28

ShowDrive 32

Product support

Troubleshooting 38

Help and assistance 40

Disposal 40

First time set-up 15

Using your ShowDrive

Recorder

Getting around 20

Display Overlays on Live TV 20

Channel Change 20

Info 20

Trick Play 21

List View – Now and Next 22

Main Menu 23

Guide 24

or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105

1Safety information

Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before

installing or operating

Safety information

Important - Please read these instructions fully before

installing or operating

Warning: REMOVING THE

COVER OF THE DTC8021 MAY LEAD TO SEVERE AND POTENTIALLY FATAL ELECTRIC SHOCK.

This device has been manufactured to meet international safety standards. However, safety precautions must be followed to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the device. Please take note of the following guidelines to avoid the risk of an electric shock.

Electrical Connections

• This device operates with an external power supply in the range of 100 to 240V AC, 50/60 Hz. Use a standard AC wall outlet, a DC power source cannot be used. Remember that contact with a 110-240 Volt AC power supply can be lethal.

Ensure that all electrical connections are properly made before connecting the device to the power supply (the mains). Always unplug the device before connecting or disconnecting any cables.

• Whenever you connect the device to the power supply, always connect the power lead to the power input connector on the back panel of the device before you connect the power socket to the wall outlet.

• Whenever you disconnect the device from the power supply, always remove the power socket from the wall outlet before you remove the other end of the lead from the power input connector on the back panel of the device.

Keep it cool

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up.

• Keep the device away from other sources of heat, whenever possible.

• Don’t expose the device to extreme temperatures, direct sun light or high humidity.

• Don’t place the device on fabric furnishings, carpets or other ﬂammable materials.

Don’t Open It

• Never attempt to repair or reconstruct this device yourself. A serious electric shock may occur if this device is repaired, disassembled or reconstructed by an unauthorized person.

• Unplug the device and have it checked by a qualified technician if anything falls into the casing.

Don’t Get It Wet

• Be extremely careful if this device comes into contact with water. Immediately disconnect the power socket if possible.

• Don’t place the device anywhere where it might be exposed to dripping or splashing liquids.

If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can

Safety information6 7

often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,

or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105

Safety information

Getting to know your

ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder

Getting to know your ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder

You’ll be up and running in no time

Getting to know your ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder

You’ll be up and running in no time

Ready? Let’s begin...

Please read these instructions carefully. They contain important information which will help you get the best from your ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder (DTC8021) and ensure safe and correct installation and operation.

If you require any further assistance, our technical experts are happy to help. For full details, refer to the product support section at the end of these instructions.

Accessories

1. Power supply

2. HDMI cable – useful for

connecting your DTC8021 to your TV

3. USB Wi-Fi dongle – this is

provided for your use if you have a Wi-Fi network that you’d like to connect your DTC8021 to. It is not required if you are using an Ethernet connection

4. Remote control

5. Batteries for the remote control

Your DTC8021 Box

If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can

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Getting to know your ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder Getting to know your ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder

often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,

or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105

Getting to know your ShowDrive Digtial TV Recorder

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Apps

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Exit

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You’ll be up and running in no time

Getting to know your ShowDrive Digtial TV Recorder

You’ll be up and running in no time

Your DTC8021 Remote

Connections

First things first - Let’s connect the

Turn your box on/o

Jump to the App menu

Action keys that change

based on the menu

where they are displayed

Go back one menu level

Get more information

about the show you are

Power

Input

(TVs only)

Apps

Colour Buttons

Guide

Jump to the

programme guide

Back

Volume up/down

Adjust sound level

Info

watching or have

selected

Audio

Turn on audio

descriptions

Mute

Toggle volume on/o

Playback Control

Use to control play, pause, stop, fast forward, rewind, skip forward, skip back, and Record

open the main menu

D-Pad

Move your selection up, down, left and right. Hit OK to select

Exit

Leave your current menu

Library

Jump to your recorded TV library

Channel up/down

Change channels

Text

Turn on captions

Subtitles

Turn on subtitles

DTC8021! You can refer to the quick start guide, or follow the instructions below.

Connect your aerial antenna to the RF input

Your DTC8021 needs an aerial connection to watch TV. Unplug the aerial cable from your TV or existing set-top box, and plug it into the RF In on the back of the box. The number and visual quality of the free-to-air TV channels you get will depend on your location, aerial and cable.

Connect ethernet cable or WiFi USB stick

An internet connection is required for streaming online content as well as for operating the optional ShowDrive cloud storage service. Connect your DTC8021 to the internet using the Ethernet jack on the back of the box (cable not provided).

Connect the RF output to

Find programmes

to record

If you require any technical guidance or find that your product is not operating as intended, a simple solution can

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Getting to know your ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder Getting to know your ShowDrive Digital TV Recorder

often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,

Settings

Open settings

another receiver

If you have an additional digital TV receiver, such as a TV or a set-top box, you can optionally use the RF Out on the DTC821 to connect to its input.

or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105

Optionally, if you have a strong WiFi network in your home, you may use the included Wi-Fi USB stick. Connect it to the USB port on the side of the box.

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