Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating
Safety Precautions
Power Source
•Always use the provided AC adaptor.
•Operate only from the power source specified on the
AC adaptor.
•The power adaptor may become hot during normal
operation. This is not a malfunction.
•Please make sure that the adaptor is not covered while
in operation. Leave a space of 15 cm (minimum) around
the AC adaptor.
•The rating information and safety caution of the AC
adaptor are provided on the adaptor.
WARNING: When the set is not in use for a long time,
disconnect from the power.
Power Cord
Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power
cord (mains lead), or pinch the cord. Handle the power cord
by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord
and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet
as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never
make a knot in the cord or tie it with other cords. The power
cords should be routed in such a way that they are not likely
to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause re or
give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord once in
a while. When you nd it damaged, ask closest service agent
for help. When the AC power cord needs to be changed, it
should be done at a qualied service shop only.
•Please do not place the set in a place subject to direct
sun light, excessive dust or mechanical shock or in a
location near heat sources.
•The set should be placed on a solid and safe base. Do
not place the apparatus on a soft surface such as a rug
that might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.
•A location such as a room with high humidity should not
be selected as the condensation, arising in the kitchen
for example, may cause malfunction or damage the set.
•Heating or other thermal radiation under the set also
may cause malfunction or damage the set.
•The hot air, which arises during the operation, should
be ventilated with sucient air circulation. Please do not
put the set into closed areas and do not cover it.
•Please avoid the contact of the set with water or humidity.
Do not put into operation near bath, swimming pools.
•Take care to provide a good air circulation. Place the
apparatus in a location with adequate ventilation to
prevent heat build-up in the apparatus.
•If any solid object or liquid falls into the cabinet, unplug
the apparatus and have it checked by a qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing
and no objects lled with liquids such as vases shall be
placed on the apparatus.
The mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
CAUTION
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, re or the like.
WARNING
Do not ingest the battery, Chemical Burn Hazard
(The accessories supplied with or) This product may
contain a coin/button cell battery. If the coin/button
cell battery is swallowed, it can cause severe internal
burns in just 2 hours and can lead to death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children.
If the battery compartment does not close securely,
stop using the product and keep it away from children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or
placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate
medical attention.
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Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or operating
Markings on the Product
The following symbols are used on the product as a
marker for restrictions and precautions and safety
instructions. Each explanation shall be considered where
the product bears related marking only. Note such
information for security reasons.
Class II Equipment: This appliance is designed in such
a way that it does not require a safety connection to
electrical earth.
Class II Equipment With Functional Earthing: This
appliance is designed in such a way that it does not
require a safety connection to electrical earth, the
earth connection is used for functional purposes.
Protective Earth Connection: The marked terminal
is intended for connection of the protective earthing
conductor associated with the supply wiring.
Hazardous Live Terminal: The marked terminal(s)
is/are hazardous live under normal operating
conditions.
Caution, See Operating Instructions: The marked
i
area(s) contain(s) user replaceable coin or button
cell batteries.
Class 1 Laser Product: This product
CLASS 1
LASER PRODUCT
contains Class 1 laser source that is
safe under reasonably foreseeable
conditions of operation.
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Getting to know your set-top box
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 set-top box 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.
Features
•DVB Teletext
•Channel capacity: 400
•DVB 7 days event information (7 days EPG)
•CVBS support and L/R headphone jack
•Last watched channel saving
•Automatic search for all channels
•Timer function programmable via EPG
•Favourite list
•HDMI output: 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p.
•USB input
•DVB-T-T2 Compliant
•LCN (logical channel number) support.
•Input frequency range: UHFIV and UHFV; 470-862 MHz,
8MHz bandwith
•Supports 16-, 64-, 256-QAM modulations
•Manual and automatic search options
•Video: MPEG2, PAL, 4:3/16:9
•MPEG-4 H.264/AVC MP@L 3 (SD) Video Decoder
•Decoding & Video Out: PAL
•Audio: MPEG-1 layer I / II, MPEG-2 layer II, MPEG-2 AAC,
MPEG-4 AAC
•Multi-format audio decoder
•Multi language audio support
•Audio mute and volume control
•Low power consumption (less than 0.5W)
Accessories
Remote Controller
Batteries 2 X AAA
HDMI lead
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AC Adaptor
Instruction Book
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28. Internet: Opens the portal page, where you can reach
many web based applications
29. Programme +/-
30. Swap: Quickly cycles between previous and current
channels
31. No Function
1. Standby: Switches On / O the box
2. Numeric buttons: Switches the channel, enters a
number or a letter in the text box on the screen
3. TV: Displays channel list
4. Mute: Completely turns o the volume of the box
5. Volume +/-
6. Menu: Displays set-top box menu
7. Directional buttons: Helps navigate menus, content
etc. and displays the subpages in TXT mode when
pressed Right or Left
8. OK: Conrms user selections, holds the page (in TXT
mode), views channel list (DTV mode)
9. Back/Return: Returns to previous screen, opens index
page (in TXT mode)
10. Media browser: Opens the media browsing screen
11. Info: Pressing once opens the info banner. Pressing
twice extends the info menu screen. Shows hidden
information in TXT mode (reveal)
12. My button 1: Displays a list of favourite channels
13. Coloured Buttons: Follow the on-screen instructions
for coloured button functions
14. Language: Displays the audio and subtitle language
setup menu
15. Rapid reverse: Moves frames backwards in media
such as movies
16. Record: Records programmes
17. Pause: Pauses the media being played, starts timeshift
recording
18. Play: Starts to play selected media
19. Stop: Stops the media being played
20. Rapid advance: Moves frames forward in media such
as movies
21. Subtitles: Turns subtitles on and o (where available)
22. No Function
23. Freeview Play: Connects to the Freeview Play platform
where you can access available catch-up TV services
24. Text: Displays teletext (where available), press again
to superimpose the teletext over a normal broadcast
picture (mix)
25. EPG (Electronic programme guide): Displays the
electronic programme guide
26. Exit: Closes and exits from displayed menus or returns
to previous screen
27. Quick Menu: Library of Recordings
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Connections
FRONT VIEW
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2. Channel Down
3. Channel UP
4. USB INPUT: To connect USB storage devices for media playback
BACK VIEW
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5. ANALOG A/V OUTPUT: Analog Audio/Video Output
6. ANTENNA IN : Aerial input
7. ANTENNA OUT: To watch channels on the TV.
8. HDMI OUTPUT : HDMI output connection
9. Optical Audio Out: You can use this connector to output the digital audio to an external sound device. Refer to your
sound system instruction book for further information.
10. LAN: Ethernet Input.
11. POWER INPUT : DC IN (12V) power connection.
ETHERNET
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Make sure that you connect all cables and connections before you plug the units adaptor into the mains supply. After you
connect the unit to the mains supply, the LED light located on the front panel will be red (Standby mode).
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Connections
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Remote Control
First open the battery cover on the underside of the remote control. Put in both batteries 1.5Volt (RO3/AAA) referring
to the imprinted symbols (+/-) in the battery case and put on the battery cover again. While using the remote control,
direct it towards the front side of the receiver. If the remote control does not work or the chosen function does not
work, the batteries are most probably exhausted and they should be replaced as soon as possible. Please use only
the leak proof batteries. It is best to remove the batteries from the remote unit if you will not be using the remote
control unit for long time.
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HDMI Connection (recommended): For HD video and audio output you can use the HDMI socket if your TV has
an HDMI input. There is an HDMI socket that supports 4 dierent resolutions on the rear side of the set-top box. For
best video performance please check the supported resolutions of your TV.
Analog A/V Connection: If you don’t want to use the HDMI connection you can use the analog output of your settop box to connect it to your TV. You can transfer audio and video after switching the televisions input source to the
related source option.
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AC Adaptor
To POWER INPUT
DC12V Terminal
Connections
Bringing it all together
Power Connection
IMPORTANT: This set top box is designed to operate on 12V DC. For this, an adaptor is used which gives 12 V voltage.
Connect this adaptor to a system that supplies 220-240 V AC, 50/60Hz.
After unpacking, allow the set-top box to reach the ambient room temperature before you connect the set to the mains.
Note: If a car cigarette lighter socket power plug adaptor is going to be used, it should be noted that if the output
voltage reduces to lower than 12V, a smartcard error can be caused.
Power On-O
Be sure that you put through all the cable connections. After plugging in the power adaptor cord of the set-top-box
to the mains supply, a LED will be seen on the front panel (Standby mode). When the set-top-box is rst powered up
please wait for a while before activating the receiver since booting of software will take some time. Then, you can
turn on your digital set-top box by pressing the standby button on the remote control. You will see that the LED on
the front panel will change (Power on mode).
Auto Power Down:
The Auto Power Down option in Settings>More menu is set to 4 Hours by default. If the box has been left on and
not been operated during the set time, it will switch into standby mode after the set time has expired. A message
will be displayed two minutes before going into standby mode. You can disable this option by setting as O or set
between 1 to 8 hours.
Antenna Connection
Back side
of the set top box
ANTENNA IN
This illustration shows how to connect an antenna. Use ANTENNA IN to connect to an antenna system.
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USB Connection
You can connect a USB hard disk drive or USB memory
stick to your box by using the USB input. This feature
allows you to play files stored in a USB drive or record
programmes.
2.5” and 3.5” inch (hdd with external power supply)
external hard disk drives are supported.
To record a programme, you should rst connect a USB
disk to your box while the it is switched o. You should
then switch on the box to enable recording feature.
Otherwise, recording feature will not be available.
IMPORTANT !
Note that ALL the data stored on the USB disk will be lost
and then the disk format will be converted to FAT32/NTFS
in such a case.
It is possible that certain types of USB devices (e.g. MP3
Players) or USB hard disk drives/memory sticks may not
be compatible with this device.
The device may not support all disk formats. If you
connect a USB disk with an unsupported format, then
you will be asked to format the content. See the section,
“Format Disk” in the following pages for more information
on disk formatting. Note that ALL the data stored on the
USB disk will be lost and then the disk format will be
converted to FAT32/ NTFS in such a case.
USB Disk Connection
•Plug your USB device to the USB input of the box.
Notes:
Plug or unplug your USB disk while the box is switched o.
If you are going to connect a USB hard disk drive to the
box, USB connection cable used between the disk drive
and the box should have a USB logo and should be as
short as possible.
While formatting a USB hard disk that has 1TB (Tera Byte)
or more le capacity, you can experience problems with
the formatting process. In such a case, you should format
the disk with your personal computer and the formatted
disk type is recommended as FAT32. The box supports
NTFS and FAT32 formats.
CAUTION !
Quickly plugging and unplugging USB devices, is a very
hazardous operation. Especially, do not repeatedly quickly
plug and unplug the drive. This may cause physical
damage to the USB player and especially the USB device
itself.
Do not pull out USB module while playing or recording
a le.
First Time Installation
When turned on for the rst time, the language selection
screen is displayed. Select the desired language and
press OK.
On the next screen, set your preferences using the
directional buttons.
Note: Depending on the Country selection you may be
asked to set and conrm a PIN at this point. The selected
PIN cannot be 0000. You have to enter it if you are asked
to enter a PIN for any menu operation later.
About Selecting Broadcast Type
Terrestrial Search: If Terrestrial Search broadcast search
option is turned on, the box will search for digital terrestrial
broadcasts after other initial settings are completed.
Press OK button on the remote control to continue and
the Network/Internet Settings menu will be displayed,
if you conrm the previously displayed message asking
whether you want to do the network settings. Please refer
to Connectvty secton to confgure a wred connecton.
After the settngs are completed press OK button to
contnue. To skip to the next step without doing anything
select No and press the OK button when the message
is displayed asking whether you want to do the network
settings.
On the next screen you need to agree to the terms and
conditions of Freeview Play to make use of the related
services. Scroll the page to read the entire text using the
up/down directional buttons or Programme +/- buttons.
Highlight Yes and press OK on the remote to conrm and
proceed. Highlight No and press OK to proceed without
conrmation.
After the initial settings are completed set-top box will
start to search for available broadcasts.
After all the available stations are stored, scan results will
be displayed. Press OK to continue. The Edit Channel List
menu will be displayed next. You can edit the channel
list according to your preferences or press the Menu
button to quit.
While the search continues a message may appear, asking
whether you want to sort channels according to the
LCN(*). Select Yes and press OK to conrm.
(*) LCN is the Logical Channel Number system that
organizes available broadcasts in accordance with a
recognizable channel number sequence (if available).
Note: Do not turn o the box while initializing rst time
installation. Note that, some options may not be available
depending on the country selection.
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Freeview Play Platform
Freeview Play platform provides catch-up TV and On
Demand services. Simply press the Freeview Play button
on your remote control to connect to the Freeview Play
platform.
The Freeview Play platform can also be accessed from the
main menu or internet portal. Press Menu button and select
Internet. Then highlight Freeview Play and press the OK
button. Or open the internet portal and select the Freeview
Play among available applications. Then press the OK button.
You will have to agree to the terms and conditions for
Freeview Play services rst if you did not agree to them
during the First Time Installation. Highlight Yes and press
OK on the remote to conrm and proceed.
Integrated Player applications will be displayed. Select one
and press the OK button. Then select the content that you
want to play back and press the OK button to watch.
Catch-up contents can also be accessed and played back
directly from the TV Guide. Refer to the section Electronic
Programme Guide (EPG) for more information.
Requirements
The Freeview Play services may only be used if the
Note: Freeview Play platform usage will count towards any
monthly broadband data allowance. Only selected channels
provide 7-day catch up.
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Standard features
Simple everyday use
Menu System
Press the MENU button to access the main menu.
You can move between menus by using the directional (
/ / / ) buttons on the remote control.
You can enter, select or conrm a menu option by using
OK button.
In some sub-menus, you can use EXIT or BACK button
to return to a previous menu screen.
To exit from a menu screen, you can press MENU button.
The following items can be accessed through the main
menu screen:
1.) Settings
2.) Installation
3.) Channel List
4.) Media Browser
5) Internet
Settings
Language: You may set a dierent language depending
on the broadcaster and the country.
Parental: Enter correct password to change parental
settings. You can easily adjust Menu Lock and Guidance
in this menu. You can also set a new PIN using the Set
PIN option.
Note: Some menu options may not be available
depending on the country selection in the First Time
Installation. Default PIN can be set to 0000 or 1234. If
you have dened the PIN(is requested depending on the
country selection) during the First Time Installation use
the PIN that you have dened.
Timers: Sets sleep timer to turn o the box after a certain
time. Sets timers for selected programmes.
Accessibility: Displays accessibility options of the settop box.
Hard of Hearing: Enables any special feature sent from
the broadcaster.
Audio Description: A narration track will be played for
the blind or visually impaired audience. Press OK to
see all available Audio Description menu options. This
feature is available only if the broadcaster supports it.
Note: Audio description sound feature is not available
in recording or time shifting mode.
Output Settings:
TV type: It is 16:9 by default.
Prefer Dolby Digital: Enable Dolby Digital by setting
as Yes. To disable set as No.
Digital Audio Output: Select your Digital Audio
Output preference. LPCM and Dolby Digital options
are available. Fist Prefer Dolby Digital option should
be set as Yes.
HDMI Resolution: Select your HDMI Resolution
preference for HDMI output. Auto, 1080p, 1080i, 720p
and 576p options are available.
Audio Delay: Press OK and then set the delay value for
audio by using left and right directional buttons.
More: Displays other setting options of the box.
Software Upgrade: Ensures that your box has the latest
rmware. Press OK to see the menu options.
Auto Power Down: Sets the desired time for the box
to automatically go into standby mode when not being
operated.
Power Up Mode: This setting congures the power up
mode preference. Last State and Standby options are
available.
OSS: Displays Open Source Software license information.
Standby Search: Your box will search for new or missing
channels while in standby. Any new found broadcasts
will be shown.
First time installation: Deletes all stored channels and
settings, resets set-top box to factory settings.
OSD message
No Signal
When the box receives no signal (e.g. the antenna cable
is disconnected), “No signal” message will be displayed
on the screen.
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Channel Navigation
Channel Buttons: Pressing Programme +/- buttons will
swich to the next or previous channel in the list.
Numeric Buttons: Pressing a numeric button will activate
a small digit entry window on the upper left corner of the
screen. After a digit is entered, the box will wait for about
2 seconds in case you enter another one. If no digit is
entered within these 2 seconds, the box will switch to
the entered channel number.
Each time the box switches to the desired channel or Info
button is pressed an information banner will be displayed
on the bottom side of the screen. The bar in the middle of
the banner indicates the duration of the current program.
On the channel info banner there are:
Channel number.
Name of the channel.
Programme duration bar.
Current event name, next event name, and their ‘start’
and ‘end’ times.
When switching to a locked channel, password is
requested. The channel can be watched only if the
correct password is entered. To skip this channel, use
Programme +/- buttons.
When Volume +/- buttons are pressed, volume level
bar is displayed. This shows the present volume level
graphically.
When the Mute button is pressed, a mute symbol is
displayed on the screen for 6 seconds, then it disappears.
Channel List
The box sorts all stored stations in the Channel list.
You can edit this channel list, set favourites or set active
stations to be listed by using the Channel list options.
Press the OK/TV button to open the Channel list. You can
lter the listed channels by pressing the Blue button or
open the Edit Channel List menu by pressing the Green
button in order to make advanced changes in the current
list. You can also press the MENU button and select
Channel list from the list using the “ ” / “ ” buttons on
the remote in order to open the Edit Channel List menu.
Managing the Favourite Lists
You can create four different lists of your favourite
channels. Enter the Channel List in the main menu
or press the Green button while the Channel List is
displayed on the screen in order to open the Edit Channel
List menu. Select the desired channel on the list. You can
make multiple choices by pressing the Yellow button.
Then press the OK button to open the Channel Edit
Options menu and select Add/Remove Favourites
option. Press the OK button again. Set the desired list
option to On. The selected channel/s will be added to
the list. In order to remove a channel or channels from
a favourite list follow the same steps and set the desired
list option to O.
You can use the Filter function in the Edit Channel
List menu to filter the channels in the Channel list
permanently according to your preferences. Using this
Filter option, you can set one of your four favourite lists
to be displayed everytime the Channel list is opened.
The ltering function in the Channel list menu will only
lter the currently displayed Channel list in order to nd
a channel and tune in to it. These changes will not remain
the next time the Channel list is opened if you don’t
save them. To save the changes on the list press the Red
button after ltering while the Channel list is displayed
on the screen.
Media Browser
You can play photo, music and movie files stored on a
USB disk by connecting it to your box. Connect a USB
disk to one of the USB inputs located on the front side
of the box. Pressing the Menu button while in the Media
Browser mode will access the Picture, Sound and
Settings menu options. Pressing the Menu button again
will exit from this screen. You can set your Media Browser
preferences by using the Settings menu.
Loop/Shue Mode Operation
Start playback with
the Play button and
activate
Start playback with
the OK button and
activate
Start playback with
the Play button and
activate
Start playback with
the Play button and
activate ,
All files in the list will be
continuously played in original
order
The same file will be played
continuously (repeat)
All les in the list will be played
once in random order
All files in the list will be
continuously played in the same
random order.
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Recording a Programme
IMPORTANT: When using a new USB hard disk
drive, it is recommended that you first format the
disk using the Format Disk option in the Media
Browser>Settings>Recording Settings menu.
To record a programme, you should rst connect a USB
disk to your box while it is switched o. You should then
switch on the box to enable the recording feature.
To use recording your USB drive should have 2 GB free
space and be USB 2.0 compatible. If the USB drive is not
compatible an error message will be displayed.
To record long duration programmes such as movies,
it is recommended to use USB Hard disk drives (HDD’s).
Recorded programmes are saved into the connected USB
disk in the following directory: /DVR/RECS. A le in TS (.ts)
format is created for each recording. This file includes
information such as broadcaster, programme, and
recording time. If desired, you can store/copy recordings
onto a computer; however, these les will not be available
to be played on a computer. You can play the recordings
only via your box programmes up to ten hours.
Recorded programmes are split into 4GB partitions.
If the writing speed of the connected USB disk is not
sufficient, the recording may fail and the timeshifting
feature may not be available.
It is recommended to use USB hard disk drives for
recording HD programmes.
The hard disk drives that have a storage capacity of more
than 2 terabytes are not supported.
Do not pull out the USB/HDD during a recording. This
may harm the connected USB/HDD.
If the power cord is unplugged while there is an active
USB-recording timer setting, it will be cancelled.
Multipartition support is available. A maximum of two
different partitions are supported. The first partition of
the USB disk is used for PVR ready features. It also must
be formatted as the primary partition to be used for the
PVR ready features.
Some stream packets may not be recorded because of
signal problems, as a result sometimes videos may freeze
during playback.
Record, Play, Pause, Display (for PlayListDialog) keys
can not be used when teletext is on. If a recording starts
from timer when teletext is on, teletext is automatically
turned o. Also teletext usage is disabled when there is
an ongoing recording or playback.
Instant Recording
Press Record button to start recording an event instantly
while watching a programme. You can press Record
button on the remote control again to record the next
event after selecting the next programme from within
the EPG. Press Stop button to cancel instant recording.
You can not switch broadcasts or view the media browser
during the recording mode. While recording a programme
or during the timeshifting, a warning message appears on
the screen if your USB device speed is not sucient.
Watching Recorded Programmes
Select Recordings from the Media Browser menu. Select
a recorded item from the list (if previously recorded). Press
the OK button to view the Play Options. Select an option
then press OK button
Note: Viewing main menu and menu items will not be
available during the playback.
Press the Stop button to stop a playback and return to
the Recordings.
Recording Conguration
Select the Recording Settings item in the Media
Browser>Settings menu to configure the recording
settings.
Format Disk: You can use the Format Disk feature for
formatting the connected USB disk. Your PIN is required
to use the Format Disk feature.
Note: Default PIN can be set to 0000 or 1234. If you have
dened the PIN(is requested depending on the country
selection) during the First Time Installation use the PIN
that you have dened.
IMPORTANT: Formatting your USB drive will erase ALL the
data on it and it’s le system will be converted to FAT32.
In most cases operation errors will be xed after a format
but you will lose ALL your data.
If “USB disk writing speed too slow to record” message
is displayed on the screen while starting a recording, try
restarting the recording. If you still get the same error, it
is possible that your USB disk does not meet the speed
requirements. Try connecting another USB disk.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your set-top box is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,
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Software Update
Your box is capable of nding and updating the rmware
automatically via the broadcast signal or via Internet.
Software upgrade search via user
interface
On the main menu select Settings and then More.
Navigate to Software upgrade and press the OK button.
In Upgrade options menu select Scan for upgrade and
press OK button to check for a new software upgrade.
If a new upgrade is found, it starts to download
the upgrade. After the download is completed
confirm the question asking about rebooting the
box by pressing the OK to continue with the reboot
operation.
3 AM search and upgrade mode
Your box will search for new upgrades at 3:00 o’clock
if Automatic scanning option in the Upgrade options
menu is set to Enabled and if the box is connected to
an aerial signal or to Internet. If a new software is found
and downloaded successfully, it will be installed at the
next power on.
Note: Do not unplug the power adaptor cord while led
is blinking during the reboot process. If the box fails to
come on after the upgrade, unplug, wait for two minutes
then plug it back in.
Connectivity
Wired Connectivity
To Connect to a Wired Network
•You must have a modem/router connected to an active
broadband connection.
•Connect your PC to your modem/router. This can be a
wired or wireless connection.
•Connect your box to your modem/router va an ethernet
cable. There s a LAN port at the rear (back) of your box.
To congure wired settings please refer to the Network/
Internet Settings section in the Settings Menu.
•You might be able to connect your box to your LAN
depending on your network’s conguration. In such a
case, use an ethernet cable to connect your box directly
to the network wall outlet.
network
wall socket
LAN input on the rear
side of the box
Conguring Wired Device Settings
Network Type
The Network Type can be selected as Wired Device,
Wireless Device or Disabled, in accordance with the active
connection to the box set. Select this as Wired Device if you
are connecting via an ethernet.
Internet Speed Test
Highlight Internet Speed Test and press the OK button.
Set-top box will check the internet connection bandwidth
and display the result when complete.
Advanced Settings
Highlight Advanced Settings and press the OK button.
On the next screen you can change the IP and DNS
settings of the box. Highlight the desired one and press
Left or Right button to change the setting from Automatic
to Manual. Now you can enter the Manual IP and / or
Manual DNS values. Select the related item in the drop
down menu and enter the new values using the numeric
buttons of the remote. Press the OK button to save
settings when complete.
Wireless Connectivity
Broadband ISP connection
LAN (ethernet) cable
LAN input on the rear
side of the Box
or online at www.argos-support.co.uk If you still require further assistance, call one of our experts on 0345 604 0105.
To Connect to a Wireless Network
The box cannot connect to the networks with a hidden
SSID. To make your modem’s SSID visible, you should
change your SSID settings via the modem’s software.
To Connect to a wireless LAN, you should perform the
following steps:
•To congure your wireless settings please refer to the
Network/Internet Settings section in the Settings
Menu.
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Broadband ISP
connection
A Wireless-N router (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n) with simultaneous
2.4 and 5 GHz bands is designed to increase bandwidth.
These are optimized for smoother and faster HD video
streaming, le transfers and wireless gaming.
•The frequency and channel differ depending on the
area.
•The transmission speed differs depending on the
distance and number of obstructions between the
transmission products, the configuration of these
products, the radio wave conditions, the line trac and
the products that you use. The transmission may also
be cut o or may get disconnected depending on the
radio wave conditions, DECT phones or any other WiFi
11b appliances. The standard values of the transmission
speed are the theoretical maximum values for the
wireless standards. They are not the actual speeds of data
transmission.
•The location where the transmission is most effective
diers depending on the usage environment.
•The Wireless feature of the box supports 802.11 a,b,g & n
type modems. It is highly recommended that you should
use the IEEE 802.11n communication protocol in order to
avoid any possible problems while watching videos.
•You must change your modem’s SSID when there are
any other modems around with the same SSID. You can
encounter connection problems otherwise. Use a wired
connection if you experience problems with a wireless
connection.
Conguring Wireless Device Settings
Open the Network/Internet Settings menu and select
Network Type as Wireless Device to start connection
process.
The box will scan the wireless networks automatically. A list
of available networks will be displayed. Please select your
desired network from the list.
Note: If the modem supports N mode, you should set
N mode settings.
If the selected network s protected wth a password,
please enter the correct key by usng the vrtual keyboard.
You can use ths keyboard va the drectonal buttons and
the OK button on the remote control.
Wait until the IP address is shown on the screen.
This means that the connection is now established. To
disconnect from a wireless network, highlight Network
Type and press Left or Right buttons to set as Disabled.
Highlight Internet Speed Test and press the OK button to
check your internet connection speed. Highlight Advanced
Settings and press the OK button to open the advanced
setting menu. Use directional and numeric buttons to set.
Press the OK button to save settings when complete.
Other Information
The status of the connection will be displayed as
Connected or Not Connected and the current IP address,
if a connection is established.
Connecting to your mobile device via WiFi
•If your moble devce has WF feature, you can connect
t to your box va a router, n order to access the content
n your devce. For ths, your moble devce must have an
approprate sharng software.
•Connect to your router followng the steps stated above
n the Wreless Connectvty secton.
• Afterwards, engage your moble devce wth the router and
then actvate the sharng software on your moble devce.
Then, select fles that you want to share wth your box.
•If the connecton s establshed correctly, you wll be able
to access the shared fles from your moble devce va the
Meda Browser of your box.
•Enter the Meda Browser menu and the playback devce
selecton OSD wll be dsplayed. Select your moble devce
and press the OK button to contnue.
Connectivity Troubleshooting
Wireless Network Not Available
•Ensure that any rewalls of your network allow the box
wireless connection.
•Try searchng for wreless networks agan, usng the
Network/Internet Settngs menu screen.
If the wireless network does not function properly, try
using the wired network in your home. Refer to the
Wired Connectivity section for more information on
the process.
If the box does not functon usng the wred connecton,
check the modem (router). If the router does not have a
problem, check the nternet connecton of your modem.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your set-top box is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,
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Connection is Slow
See the instruction book of your wireless modem to
get information on the internal service area, connection
speed, signal quality and other settings. You need to have
a high speed connection for your modem.
Distruption during playback or slow reactions
You could try the following in such a case:
Keep at least three meters distance from microwave
ovens, mobile telephones, bluetooth devices or any
other Wi-Fi compatible devices. Try changing the active
channel on the WLAN router.
Internet Connection Not Available / Audo Vdeo Sharng
Not Working
If the MAC address (a unique identier number) of your PC
or modem has been permanently registered, it is possible
that your box might not connect to the internet. In such a
case, the MAC address is authenticated each time when
you connect to the internet. This is a precaution against
unauthorized access. Since your box has its own MAC
address, your internet service provider cannot validate the
MAC address of your box. For this reason, your box cannot
connect to the internet. Contact your internet service
provider and request information on how to connect a
dierent device, such as your box, to the internet.
It is also possible that the connection may not be available
due to a rewall problem. If you think this causes your
problem, contact your internet service provider. A rewall
might be the reason of a connectivity and discovery
problem while using the box in Audio Video Sharing
mode or while browsing via Audio Video Sharing feature.
Invalid Domain
Ensure that you have already logged on to your PC wth
an authorzed username/password and also ensure that
your doman s actve, pror to sharng any fles n your
meda server program on your PC. If the doman s nvald,
ths mght cause problems whle browsng fles n Audo
Vdeo Sharng mode.
Using Audio Video Sharing Network
Service
Audio Video Sharing feature uses a standard that eases the
viewing process of digital electronics and makes them more
convenient to use on a home network.
This standard allows you to view and play photos, music
and videos stored in the media server connected to your
home network.
1. Nero Media Home Installation
The Audo Vdeo Sharng feature cannot be used if the
server programme is not installed onto your PC or f the
requred meda server software s not nstalled onto the
companon devce. Please prepare your PC with the Nero
Media Home programme. For more information about
the installation, please refer to the “Nero Media Home
Installation” section.
2. Connect to a Wired or Wireless Network
See the Wired/Wireless Connectivity chapters for
detailed conguration information.
3. Play Shared Files via Media Browser
Select Media Browser by using the directional buttons
from the main menu and press OK. The media browser
will then be displayed.
Audio Video Sharing
Select the desired media type on the main media browser
menu and press OK. If sharing configurations are set
properly, Device Selection screen will be displayed after
selecting the desired media type. If available networks
are found, they will be listed on this screen. Select media
server or network that you want to connect to using the
Up or Down buttons and press OK. If you want to refresh
the device list, press the Green button. You can press
Menu to exit.
If you select the media type as Videos and choose a
device from the selection menu. Then select the folder
with video les in it on the next screen and all the available
video les will be listed.
To play other media types from this screen, you can go back
to main Media Browser screen and select the media type
as desired and then perform the network selection again. Or
press the Blue button to switch to next media type quickly
without changing the network. Refer to the Media Browser
menu section for further information on le playback.
If a problem occurs with the network, please switch
your box o at the wall socket and back on again. Trick
mode and jump are not supported with the Audo Vdeo
Sharng feature.
PC/HDD/Meda Player or any other devces that are
compatble should be used wth a wred connecton for
hgher playback qualty.
Use a LAN connection for quicker file sharing between
other devices like computers.
Note: There may be some PC’s which may not be
able to utilize the Audo Vdeo Sharng feature due to
administrator and security settings (such as business PC’s).
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For best home network streaming with this box, the Nero
software should be installed.
Nero MediaHome Installation
To install Nero MediaHome, please proceed as follows:
Note: The Audio Video Sharing feature cannot be used if
the server programme is not installed onto your PC or if
the required media server software is not installed onto
the companion device.
1. Enter the link below completely in the adress-bar of
your web browser.
http://www.nero.com/mediahome-tv
2. Click the Download button on the opening page. The
installation le will be downloaded onto your PC.
3. After the download is completed, double click on the
installation le to start the installation. The nstallaton
wzard wll gude you through the nstallaton process.
4. The prerequisites screen will be displayed first. The
nstallaton wzard checks the avalablty of requred
thrd-party software on your PC. If applcatons are
mssng they are lsted and must be nstalled before
contnung nstallaton.
5. Click the Install button. The ntegrated seral wll be
dsplayed. Please do not change the dsplayed seral.
6. Click the Next button. The Lcense Condtons (EULA)
screen wll be dsplayed.Please read the license
agreement carefully and select the appropriate check
box if you agree to the terms of the agreement.
Installation is not possible without this agreement.
7. Click the Next button. On the next screen you can set
your installation preferences.
8. Click the Install button. The nstallaton begns and
fnshes automatcally. A progress bar wll ndcate the
state of the nstallaton process.
9. Click the Finish button. The installation is completed.
You will be directed to the web site of the nero
software.
10. A shortcut is now placed on your desktop.
Congratulatons! You successfully nstalled Nero
MedaHome on your PC.
Run Nero MediaHome by double clicking on the shortcut
icon.
Internet Portal
HINT: A broadband nternet connecton s requred
for hgh qualty vewng. You must set the country
opton accordngly n the Frst Tme Installaton for
proper operaton of the nternet portal.
Portal feature adds your box a feature that allows you to
connect a server on the Internet and view the content
provided by this server over your Internet connection.
Portal feature allows you to view the music, video, clip
or web content with defined short-cuts. Whether you
can view this content without interruption depends on
the connection speed provided by your internet service
provider.
Press the button on your remote control to open
internet por tal page. You will see icons of the available
applications and services on the portal screen. Use the
directional buttons on your remote to select the desired
one. You may view the desired content by pressing OK
after selecting. Press Back/Return button to return back
to the previous screen.
Moreover, you can access some features using the shortcut feature dened for the coloured or numeric buttons
of your remote.
Press the Ext button to qut the Internet portal mode.
PIP Wndow (dependng on portal servce)
Current source content wll be dsplayed n the PIP
wndow, f you swtch to portal mode whle on any actve
source.
If you swtch to portal mode whle watchng box channels,
current programme wll be dsplayed n the PIP wndow.
Notes:
Possible application dependent problems may be caused
by the content service provider.
Portal service content and the interface may be changed
at any time without prior notice.
Third party internet services may change, be discontinued
or restricted at any time.
If you require any technical guidance or find that your set-top box is not operating as intended, a simple solution can often be found in the Troubleshooting section of these instructions,
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Freeview Play Platform
Note: Before attempting to connect to the Freeview Play
platform, make also sure that BBC and ITV channels are
installed. Otherwise connecting to the platform will not
be available.
Freeview Play platform provides integrated catch-up TV
services. Simply press the button on your remote
control to connect to the Freeview Play platform.
You will have to agree to the terms and conditions for
Freeview Play services rst if you did not agree them during
the First Time Installation. Highlight Yes and press OK
on the remote to conrm and proceed.
Integrated TV Player applications will be displayed. Select
one and press the OK button. Then select a content that
you want to play back and press the OK button to watch.
Catch-up contents can also be accessed and played back
directly from the TV Guide. Refer to the section Electronic
Programme Guide (EPG) for more information.
Internet Browser
To use the internet browser, enter the portal frst. Then
launch the Internet applcaton on the portal.
(*) The appearance of the internet browser logo may
change
In the initial screen of the browser, the thumbnails of
the predened (if any) links to web sites available will be
displayed as Speed Dial options along with the Edit Speed
Dial and the Add to Speed Dial options.
To navigate the web browser, use the directional buttons
on the remote or a connected mouse. To see the
browser options bar, move the cursor to the top of the
page or press the Back/Return button. History, Tabs and
Bookmarks options and the browser bar which contains
previous/next buttons, the refresh button, the adress/
search bar, the Speed Dial and the Opera buttons are
available.
To add a desired website to the Speed Dial list for quick
access, move the cursor to the top of the page or press
the Back/Return button. The browser bar will appear.
Highlight the Speed Dial - button and press the OK
button. Then select Add to Speed Dial option and press
the OK button. Fill in the blanks for Name and Address,
highlight OK and press the OK button to add. Whilst you
are on the site you wish to add to the Speed Dial list,
highlight the Opera- button and press the OK button.
Then highlight Add to Speed Dial option in the submenu
and press the OK button again. Name and Address will be
lled automatically according to the site you are visiting.
Highlight OK and press the OK button to add.
You can also use the Opera menu options to manage the
browser. Highlight the Opera- button and press the OK
button to see available page specic and general options.
There are various ways to search or visit websites using
the web browser.
Enter the address of a website(URL) into the
search/address bar and highlight the Submit button on
the virtual keyboard and press the OK button to visit the
site.
Enter keyword/s into the search/address bar
and highlight the Submit button on the virtual keyboard
and press the OK button to start a search for the related
websites.
Highlight a Speed Dial thumbnail and press the
OK button to visit the related website.
Your box is compatible with USB mice. Plug your mouse
or wireless mouse adaptor into the USB input of your box
for easier and quicker navigation.
Some web pages include flash content. These are not
supported by the browser.
Your box does not support any download processes
from the internet via the browser.
All sites on the internet might not be supportted.
According to the site; content problems may occur. In
some circumstances video contents might not be able
to be played.
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Helpful technical information
Specication
GENERAL
Power supply for set-top box12V DC - 220 - 240 V AC, 50-60Hz
Input Frequency 470 MHz - 854 MHz
Power consumption12 W (max)
Active antenna output 5V - 50mA
Operating temperature5ºC to +40ºC
Storage temperature -20ºC to +70ºC
Humidity25 to 75 % rel
Physical dimensions173,5 x 141,8 x 36 mm
Weight770 g
Standby Low power consumption Less than 0.5W
USB
Current Limit500mA
Remote Control
Operating Distance10m Max.
Batteries 2x1.5V (R-03/AAA)
Digital Capabilites
Transmission Standards:
MPEG2, MPEG4 DVB-T
MPEG2, MPEG4 HD DVB-T2
Demodulation:
SymbolrateCOFDM with 2K/8K FFT mode
Modulation
Video:
MPEG-1/2/4 Video Decoder
•Supports ISO/IEC 13818-2 MPEG-2 MP@HL video decoding up to 1080p@30fps
•Supports ISO/IEC 14496-2 MPEG-4 SP and ASP video decoding up to 1080p@30fps
H.264 Decoder
•Supports ITU-T H.264, ISO/IEC 14496-10 main and high prole up to level 4.1 video decoding
•Supports resolution up to 1080p@30fps
16-QAM - 64-QAM FEC for all DVB modes (automatically found), 256-QAM for
DVB-T2
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•Simultaneously supports HE-AAC decoding and transcoding to AC-3
•AC-3 stream output through SPDIF
•Stereo audio description decoding
•RA8-LBR decoding
Media Player
Supported lesmp3, jpeg, avi, mkv
Trick modesAvailable
MP3 ID3 Tag supportAvailable
Mpeg4 le and MKV PlaybackAvailable
RotateAvailable
Displaying Text
Some channels have teletext pages broadcast along with the television programme. Press Teletext button to activate
teletext pages (if available). Press the Teletext button again to exit. You can navigate the teletex pages by using the
directional buttons, OK and the coloured buttons.
Note: If the subtitle is on, teletext page cannot be displayed.
Trademark Acknowledgment
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Dolby Audio and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
This product contains technology subject to certain intellectual property rights of Microsoft. Use or distribution of this
technology outside of this product is prohibited without the appropriate license(s) from Microsoft.
Content owners use Microsoft PlayReady™ content access technology to protect their intellectual property, including
copyrighted content. This device uses PlayReady technology to access PlayReady-protected content and/or WMDRMprotected content. If the device fails to properly enforce restrictions on content usage, content owners may require
Microsoft to revoke the device’s ability to consume PlayReady-protected content. Revocation should not affect
unprotected content or content protected by other content access technologies. Content owners may require you
to upgrade PlayReady to access their content. If you decline an upgrade, you will not be able to access content that
requires the upgrade.
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EN: Hereby, VESTEL Elektronik Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.,
declares that the radio equipment type TFT IDTV is in
compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the
EU declaration of conformity is available at the following
internet address: doc.vosshub.com
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Trouble Shooting
TroublePossible ReasonsWhat To Do
The standby led is not lit.
No picture or sound.No signal or weak signal. Check the signal cable and A/V connectors.
The settings you have done
in the menus have not been
changed.
The remote control is not
working.
You have forgotten any
channel lock code.
Adaptor cable is not
connected.
The digital set-top box
was unplugged without
rst going to standby.
•The set-top box is in
standby.
•Remote control is
incorrectly aimed.
•Batteries are
exhausted.
Check if the adaptor cable is plugged into the power socket.
Before unplugging your digital set-top box, wait for going
to standby.
•Press the standby button.
•Check if nothing blocks the front panel.
•Change the batteries.
Contact your dealer or service.
Video is ok for HDMI output,
but audio is not ok.
Freeview Play is not working
Because of HDMI line is
crashed.
The antenna or internet
may not be connected
correctly
Unplug and plug TV and STB at the same time.
Check both connections and ensure they are connected
correctly. Reinstall to access Freeview Play
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Help and assistance
If you require any technical guidance or nd that your set-top box is not operating as intended, a simple solution can
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*. To help give us give you a fast and
ecient service please have the following information ready:
Model Ref.
Serial number
Date of purchase
Local call rates applies*
Lines open 8am-7pm Monday to Saturday and 10am-4pm Sunday.
*Calls to Argos enquiry lines may attract a charge and set up fee from residential lines depending on your call plan/tari. Mobile and other providers
costs may vary, see www.bt.com/pricing for details.
For security and training purposes, telephone calls to and from customer service centres may be recorded and monitored. Calls from Republic of
Ireland will attract international call charges.
You can find these on
the rating plate - a small
information panel (usually
a sticker or metal plate) on
the rear of your set-top box
This will be shown on your
receipt
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months. Don’t forget to register it with us today so we can provide you with our best possible aftersales service and useful updates.
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FREEPHONE*
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Lines are open 8am - 8pm, 365 days a year. *Calls may be recorded and monitored.
Your Bush Guarantee
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any defect that arises due to faulty materials
or workmanship will be repaired free of charge (or if applicable the product will be replaced or the purchase price refunded)
where possible during this period by the dealer from who your purchased the unit.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
• The guarantee does not cover accidental damage,
misuse, cabinet parts, knobs or consumable items.
• The product must be correctly installed and operated
in accordance with the instructions contained in the
manual.
• It must be used solely for domestic purposes. The
guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is re-
sold or has been damaged by inexpert repair.
• Specifications are subject to change without notice.
• Bush disclaim any liability for loss or damage arising
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• This guarantee is in addition to and does not diminish
your statutory or legal rights.
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You are entitled to ask for a copy of the information we
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