DGTEC DG-HDMP500TT User Manual

WARRANTY

High Definition Twin Tuner PVR/1080P Media Player

What your 1 year warranty means

Great care has gone into the manufacture of this product and it should therefore
provide you with years of good service when used properly. In the event of product
failure within its intended use over the course of the first 1 year after the date of
purchase, we will remedy the problem as quickly as possible once it has been brought
to our attention. In the unlikely event of such an occurrence, or if you require any
information about the product please contact us via our after sales support services,
details of which can be found in this manual and on the product itself.

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WELCOME SECTION

High Definition Twin Tuner PVR/1080P Media Player

Congratulations on choosing to buy a DGTEC™ product.
Our products are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety,
and are backed by our comprehensive 1 Year Warranty.
We hope you will enjoy using your DGTEC™ product for many years to come.

FEATURES

．Inbuilt 500GB HDD
．Inbuilt wireless connectivity
．Record two channels at the same time
．HD DVB-T records to built-in HDD
．Pause and Record live TV
．Tag recording events from the 7 day EPG
．Parental Control
．Multi-Media playback
．Supports external hard drives via USB
．Supports AVI, MKV, MP4, WMV, DVD, DIVX
．View JPEG, BMP, PNG, GIF images
．Internal Services
．Browse YOUTUBE, NEWS, WEATHER, FLICKR
．Multi-Media Sharing  with other computers on the network

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INDEX

WARRANTY .............................................................................................................. 1

WELCOME SECTIO N ................................................................................................ 2

INDEX ........................................................................................................................ 3

GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...................................... 5

ASSEMBLY AND PARTS LIST .................................................................................. 6

1.1 Parts List ........................................................................................................... 6

1.2 Front Panel ....................................................................................................... 6

1.3 Rear Panel ........................................................................................................ 7

1.4 Remote Control Unit.......................................................................................... 8

1.5 Installing the batteries in the remote control ...................................................... 9

1.6 Connecting to Equipment .................................................................................. 9

GETTING STARTED .................................................................................................12

INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................13

2.1 INSTRUCTIONS ..............................................................................................13

2.2 DTV .................................................................................................................14

2.2.1 General TV Operation ................................................................................14

2.2.2 EPG ..........................................................................................................16

2.2.3 Edit ............................................................................................................16

2.2.4 REC ..........................................................................................................17

2.2.5 Timeshift ....................................................................................................18

2.2.6 Video Setting .............................................................................................18

2.2.7 Subtitle ......................................................................................................19

2.2.8 Audio .........................................................................................................19

2.2.9 TELETEXT ................................................................................................19

2.2.10 REC fil e ...................................................................................................19

2.2.11 Ti mer .......................................................................................................20

2.3 File Manager ....................................................................................................22

2.3.1 Browsing Files ...........................................................................................22

2.3.2 File Editing.................................................................................................23

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INDEX

2.4 Movies .............................................................................................................23

2.4.1 Browsing Files ...........................................................................................23

2.4.2 Playing Movies ..........................................................................................24

2.5 Music ...............................................................................................................24

2.5.1 Browsing Files ...........................................................................................25

2.5.2 Playing Music ............................................................................................25

2.6 Photo ...............................................................................................................26

2.6.1 Browsing Files ...........................................................................................26

2.6.2 Viewing Photos ..........................................................................................26

2.7 App (Applications) ............................................................................................27

2.8 Setup ...............................................................................................................27

2.8.1 System ......................................................................................................28

2.8.2 Audio .........................................................................................................30

2.8.3 Video .........................................................................................................30

2.8.4 TV & REC ..................................................................................................30

2.8.5 Network .....................................................................................................31

2.8.6 MISC .........................................................................................................33

FAQ ..........................................................................................................................34

TROUBLE SHOOTING .............................................................................................35

SPECIFICATION .......................................................................................................36

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make contact with any part inside the case.

Never allow children to play with electrical equipment.

GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY

．Never place the unit in hot, humid or excessively dusty places.
．Do not install the unit where it may be exposed to mechanical vibrations.
．This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the

rear of the unit.

．Do not touch the power cord with a wet hand or continue to use a damaged power

cord. It may cause an electric shock.

．Never open the cover. High voltage in the unit may result in electrocution.
．Disconnect the power cord to the unit before connecting any cables.

CAUTION

．To prevent fire or electrical shock do not expose the appliance to water.
．Ensure that objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are not placed on the

apparatus.

．If an object or liquid gets into the unit, disconnect the plug and ask an approved

technician to check the unit.

．Never place the unit in a confined space such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet

unless proper ventilation is provided. Leave a 10cm gap around the unit.

．The recommended operating temperature is from 0℃ ~ 40℃ and humidity should be

under 95%.

．For your own safety, do not touch any part of the unit, power lead or antennal

lead during a lightning storm.

．Use a damp cloth to clean the unit.
．Do not use liquid cleaners, s ol vent or abrasi ve products, etc.

This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to

This symbol alerts you of important information concerning operat ion and
maintenance of this product.

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ASSEMBLY AND PARTS LIST

1.1 Parts List

Please make sure the following accessories are supplied with the Media Player.

① High Definition Twin Tuner PVR/1080P Media Player
② Remote Control
③ RCA Composite Video/Audio Cable
④ Batteries (AAA Size)
⑤ User Manual
⑥ Quick Start Guide

1.2 Front Panel

1. Standby Button

Press to switch between operation and standby modes.

2. ▲/▼

Moves the cursor up/down when in the menu or changes the current program to the
previous/next channel in operational mode.

3. ◄/►

Moves the cursor left/right when menu is selected, or adjusts the volume level in
operational mode.

4. OK

Press to select an item in the menu or to activate the Channel List in operational
mode.

5. Front Panel Display

Front panel window displays information concerning current operat ion such as CH
number and so on. A hidden sensor senses infrared signal from the remote control.

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1.3 Rear Panel

1. ANT OUT

Used to loop to an extra analogue or digital device.

2. ANT IN

Used to connect an antenna.

3. VIDEO (Yellow Connector)

Connect to a TV with video input.

4. AUDIO L/R (White/Red RCA)

Connects to a TV audio input, HD Monitors audio input or an External Audio
Amplifier.

5. YPbPr

Connects component video to HD Monitors (YPbPr Type).

6. DIGITAL AUDIO (S/PDIF / Optical)

Connects to an External Audio Amplifier with S/PDIF / Optical Digital Audio
(optional).

7. WIFI antenna

This Media Player has WIFI function. In the Network sub menu of the Setup Menu
you can configure the device to connect WLAN.

8. HDMI Connector

Connects

9. LAN & USB
LAN: Connect to internet.
USB: USB port is used for viewing external files (MP3 files, Photos and Movies),

recording contents to an external USB memory device, playback of contents
recorded by this device and for software upgrades. (Software upgrades only when
advised by service technician.)

10. DC IN jack

This is used to connect the AC adaptor.

High-Definition Multimedia output to HD Monitors (HDMI Type).

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ASSEMBLY A ND PARTS LIST

1.4 Remote Control Unit

All Media Player features can be operated with the remote control.

1. POWER: Press to switch between operation
and standby mode.

2. Info: Displays the information of the current
program.

3. Fav: Press to display Favorite Channel List.

4. SPECIAL FUNCTION KEYS: Special keys

designated for playing media files, or for
recording/playing programs to a USB drive.

5. Back: Press to return to the previous menu or
to exit from the current mode.

6. Up▲/ Down▼ or Left◄/ Right►: Changes
the channel or adjusts volume, moves the
cursor in the menu.

7. Recall: Press to return the previous channel.

8. MENU: Press to display the Main Menu.

9. V+/-: Adjust volume.

10. EPG:

Guide. You can book a recording in the EPG.

11. COLOURED KEYS: Special keys
designated for special function.

12. Timer: Enter the Timer List menu. You can
book a timer event.

13. Audio: Selects the audio mode.

14. NUMERIC KEYS: Press to input Channel

Numbers, Passwords or Letters.

15. Timeshift: Enter time shift function.

16. MUTE: Press to mute the sound.

17. Aspect: Press to select aspect ratio mode.

18. Option: Press to enter the DTV option menu.

19. OK: Press to select the item in the menu or to list the TV/Radio channels (in DTV

mode).

20. ZOOM: 1x, 2x, 3x, 4x, 8x zoom the picture.

21. P+/-: Press to navigate to top and bottom of pages in channel list and EPG.

22. GOTO: Go to the designated point in a media file.

23. CC: Displays the subtitle information.

(Availability depends on broadcasters' services)

24. TV/RADIO:

Switch between TV or RADIO mode.

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Displays the Electronic Program

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1.5 Installing the ba tteries in the remote control

1. Press down on the retaining catch on the lid of the battery recess on the remote
control and slide downward to remove the lid.

2. Insert two AAA batteries into the recess.

3. Replace the lid over the recess and gently push down on the lid and slide upward
until it snaps firmly into place.

Caution

1. Keep batteries out of the reach of children.

2. Do not attempt to recharge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or throw the batteries
into a fire.

3. Always replace both batteries at the same time. Never mix new and old batteries
or batteries of a different type.

4. If you don’t intend to use the remote control for an extended period, remove the
batteries to prevent possible leakage and corrosion.

5. Do not drop, apply shock or step on the remote control.

6. Do not spill water on the remote control.

Note: If the Media Player does not respond when operating the remote control

from a close range, you will need to replace the batteries.

Using the Remote Control

1. To use the remote control, point it towards the front of the Media Player.

2. The remote control has a range of up to 7 metres from the Media Player at an
angle of up to 60 degrees.

3. The remote control will not operate if its path to the sensor on the front panel of the
Media Player is blocked.

1.6 Connecting to Equipment

CONNECTING THE SIGINAL

i. Connect your TV antenna cable to the “ANT IN” jack on the back of the Media

Player using coaxial RF cable.

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CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION (HDTV)
OPTION 1- High Definition connection using YPbPr cables (not supplied )

ii. Connect the YPbPr connectors and AUDIO L/R connectors on the back of the

Media Player to the COMPONENT IN on your television using RED, GREEN &
BLUE RCA-type YPbPr cables. (Note: RED, GREEN & BLUE Component

cables carry video signal only, you will need to connect other cables for audio
connection as well.)

OPTION 2- HDMI connection

iii. Connect the HDMI Out o n the Media Player to HDMI In on the HDTV using a

HDMI cable (not provided).

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CONNECTING TO A STANDARD DEFINITION TELEVI SI O N

iv. Using the provided Composite cables c onnect the yellow plug to the

corresponding yellow socket on the Media Player and TV. Connect the AUDIO
L/R (WHITE and RED) l ead to the corresponding white and red sockets on the
Media Player and the AV in sockets at the rear of the TV. Optional: Connect
Optical S/PDIF out connector on the Media Player to the Audio-Amplifier using
optical cable. (Instead of using L/R (WHITE and RED) R CA leads.)

Note: Please ensure that your TV is set to the correct input channel depending
on your connection type e.g. AV1, AV2, Component, HDMI etc.
Use the TV remote control to select the TV input channel connected to the
Media Player. Refer to your TV user guide or technical helpline if unable to
select the input channel.

CONNECTING THE POWER SUPPLY
vi. Follow the picture and connecting the AC adaptor to the player’s DC IN jack.
vii. Follow the picture and plug in the AC adaptor to the power outlet.

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GETTING STARTED

First Time Installation

If you are using the Media Player for the first time or the unit is restored to factory
default, an Initial Setup menu will be displayed.

In the SETUP menu you can activate Auto Channel Search, set the time and set the
network parameters such as IP address in the sub menu Wired LAN Setup.
When scanning is complete, all active channels found will be stored automatically.
(If you want to stop scanning, press the BACK key to stop. The channels already
found will be stored).
Now you are ready to watch digital TV channels and radio broadcasts, or view
media files.
If you skip the SETUP screen, you can press the MENU key to display the main
menu then use the ◄/► keys to navigate to TV&REC in the Setup menu, use the

▲/▼ keys to navigate to and highlight Auto Search in Channel Scan menu. Select
Yes and press OK to commence Auto Search.

This media player has WIFI function, when you turn on the player an icon wi ll
appear on the top left hand corner of the TV which will time out after a short period
of time.
If the WIFI function is in normal state it will display “Wifi Plug-in”.

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INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 INSTRUCTIONS

< Starting up for the First Time >

1. Turn on your TV and Media Player.

2. Channels should already be scanned if you have followed the initial setup wizard.

< Navigation in the main menu >
Main Menu

1. Press MENU
main menu.

2. Press ◄/► key to move left/right to
navigate through the sub menu options.

3. Press OK key to enter the highlighted
sub menu.

4. Press BACK key to return to the main
menu.

< Main Menu Information >

Main-menu consists of 6 major main sections, please refer below:

DTV This device supports high definition digital TV signal (DVB-T TV

File Manager In this menu environment you can view and manage multimedia files

Movies Select this option to view a list of movie files or recorded TV

Music Select this option to view a list of music files stored on the HDD or

Photo Select this option to view a list of photo files stored on the HDD or

App Select this environment to view a number of internet applications

Setup Enter this environment to Setup and manage the functions of this

key to bring up the

system) reception and display. Select this option to watch digital TV.

stored on an external HDD or flash drive connected to the media
player and view multimedia files from other PC’s on the network
from this portal.

programmes stored on the HDD or flash drive connected to the USB
input of the media player.

flash drive connected to the USB input of the media player.

flash drive connected to the USB input of the media player.

when connected by LAN or WLAN such as YouTube, real time stock
information, World Weather, Podcasts and other applications.

media player, there are six setup parameter sub menus – “System”,
“Audio”, “Video”, “TV & Rec”, “Network” and “ Miscelaneous”.

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2.2 DTV

This device supports digital TV signal (DVB-T TV system) reception and displays all
high definition and standard definition channels in your region.
The DTV functions are included in the ‘Setup’ menu. We will describe this in more
detail in the Setup Menu section later in this manual. If you have followed the first
time setup guide digital channels will be stored and you will be able to view and
record digital TV.

While watching Digital TV you can select the OPTION key on the remote control to
display the menu on the right of the
screen.

1. Press OPTION key in DTV mode to
enter the DTV option menu.

2. Press ▲/▼ keys to highlight the sub
menu item.

3. Press OK key to enter into the
highlighted sub menu.

4. Press the BACK key to exit at any
time.

2.2.1 General TV Operation

Use the remote control in DTV mode to manage all the DTV operations.

Changing Channels in DTV mode

1. Press the NUMERIC keys (0 to 9) on
the remote control to select the
channel number.

2. Alternatively press the CH+/- keys on
the remote control or the front panel
to change channels.

3. Press the RECALL key to view the
previous channel selected.

4. Press OK to activate the channel list.
In the Channel List environment use the ▲/▼keys to highlight a channel then
press OK to view the highlighted channel.

Volume control
Press the VOL+/- keys on the remote control or front panel to adjust the volume.

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Mute

1. Press the MUTE key to temporarily mute the sound.

2. To cancel mute, press the MUTE key again.

Change screen aspect ratio

Press ASPECT key to switch between screen aspect mode options (16:9 /16:10
/Pan Scan 4:3 / Letter box 4:3).

Change TV/RADIO mode
Press TV/RADIO key to switch between TV and Radio mode.

View program info

1. Press INFO key to view the basic
information for the NOW programme.

2. Press GREEN key to display
extended description for the
Programme.

3. In the Extended Information
environment press the
toggle between extended information
for NOW and NEXT programmes.

3. Press INFO to exit Extended
Information view.

Subtitle – Closed Captions (CC)
Press CC key to switch CC on/off.

NOTE: Captions may not be available for all programs.

  keys to

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2.2.2 EPG

Electronic Program Guides provide Extended programme i nf orm ati on for all

channels for the next 7 days including extended information for each programme. In
this environment you can tag a programme to be recorded.

Press the EPG button on the remote control to enter the EPG environment.

1. To view the EPG information for a

Channel – press PREV
buttons to select the channel.

2. Use the ◄/► keys on the remote

control to select the date you wish to
view.

3. Press the ▲/▼ keys on the remote

control to highlight a programme,
detailed information for that
programme will be displayed in the
pane at the bottom of the screen.

4. Use the FF or REW butt ons to scroll up and down the programme

description pane when all the programme information exceeds the size of the
display pane.

5. To book a recording simply highlight the programme you want recorded and

press the RECORD key on the remote control. A red dot will be displayed
alongside the highlighted programme and that timer event will be added to the
timer list. To delete the booking press the RECORD button again on the
highlighted programme and the red dot will disappear.

2.2.3 Edit

OPTION button -> Edit

In this menu, you can edit the channels
stored in the Media Player. (The default
password is 0000.)
Press ▲/▼ to select an item, OK to
active or cancel the setting.

Lock: Lock/unlock a channel. Locked
channels require the password to be
entered to view that channel.

 or NEXT

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Skip: If you tag a channel with the Skip function when navigating through the
channel list using the CH+/CH- keys the tagged channels will not be shown.

Favorite: You c an add Favorite channels to a list that can be activated using the
FAV key on the remote control. Select the favorite tick box and press OK key on the

remote control to add the c hannel to t he favorites list.
You can enter into the favorite list by pressing the FAV key while you are watching
TV.

Delete: You can delete the current channel. Be aware that this function can
completely delete the saved channel. When you delete a channel in the menu, the
channel is also deleted from the Favorite List. Press OK to continue with the
deletion.

Rename: Rename the channels. Use the▲/▼ keys to move cursor to the Rename
item, then press OK key to enter the sub-menu. Use the ▲/▼/◄/► keys to navigate
around the keyboard and press OK to confirm letter or number selections on the
virtual keyboard. When you have completed the new channel name highlight OK on
the virtual keyboard and press OK on the remote control – the channel name will be
changed when you view it in the channel list.

Swap: In this environment you can move a channel’s position in the channel list.
First press the ▲/▼ keys to select the channel want to move, then press the OK key
to exchange positions for the current and the selected channel.

2.2.4 REC

When a storage device like an external HDD or flash drive is connected to the USB
input of this media player you can record a TV programme by pressing the REC
button on the remote control. There are three record modes.

< Instant Recording >

You can, at any time, record a program
that you are watching by simply pressing
the REC key on the remote control.
An icon will then appear on the top left
hand corner of the TV screen which will
time out after a short period of time.

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If you want to stop recording, press the STOP button.
Press the REC button again within three seconds to set the duration for the one
touch recording press repeatedly to select from 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 240 minute
recording duration options.

< Schedule Recordings Using The
Electronic Program Guide (EPG) >

In DTV channel mode, press the EPG
button to enter the EPG window and
select a programme that you want to
record, press the REC button to set
scheduled recording, a red dot will be
displayed alongside the highlighted
programme.

< Timer Scheduled Recording >

There is a Timer Scheduled Recording function supported by your media player,
please refer to section 2. 2. 11 Timer.

2.2.5 Timeshift

OPTION button -> Timeshift

To pause the live DTV programme using Timeshift function press the TIMESHIFT
button on the remote control.
When the TIMESHIFT button is pressed, the system will pause and record the TV
programme in the background, if you want to play the programme again, press the
PLAY button to resume the programme. Press STOP button to stop Timeshift
function at any time.
In Timeshift mode, you can use the following functions: Pause, Fast Forward,

Fast Rewind.

2.2.6 Video Setting

OPTION button -> Video Setting

This settin g is to adjust the values of the
video display to suit your personal
preferences.
Select Video Settings then press the OK
button to display the Video Setting
window.

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Press ▲/▼ buttons to select an item, press ◄/► buttons to adjust the value.

 Brightness: 0 ~ 25
 Contrast: 0 ~ 25
 Saturation: 0 ~ 25
 Hue: 0 ~ 25

2.2.7 Subtitle

OPTION button -> Subtitle

Pressing the CC button on the remote
control has the same effect as using this
sub menu item.
Use the ▲/▼ keys to select items, press
OK to adjust the value. Press BACK to
return to Live TV. (note: not all
programmes carry Closed Captions)

2.2.8 Audio

OPTION button -> Audio

Use this sub menu item to change the audio input source such as MONO L, MONO
R/STEREO.
The hot key equivalent to this feature is the AUDIO key on the remote control.

2.2.9 TELETEXT

If you have selected a channel that contains teletext data, press TEXT key to open
the Teletext menu. (note: the provision of Teletext in the stream is soley dependent
on the broadcaster)

2.2.10 REC file

OPTION button -> REC file

To view and playback programmes you
have recorded using your media player.
Use the ▲/▼ keys on the remote to
select REC f ile in the option menu then
press OK to enter.
The media Player will navigate to the

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INSTRUCTIONS

folder with the recorded files in the attached storage device. Use the navigation
keys on the remote control to highlight the recorded file you want to playback then
press OK or PLAY key on the remote control to playback the video file.

During playback, you can use the following functions:

◄ to jump back 30 seconds
► to jump forward 30 sec onds

FF to fast forward 1.5x, 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x, 3 2x, 1x,…
REW to fast rewind 1x, 1.5x, 2x, 4x, 8x, 16x, 32x,1x,…
NEXT to jump to the next section in the video
PREV to jump to the previous section in the video
ZOOM to zoom in/out 2x, 3x, 4x, 8x
STOP to stop playing

To return to TV mode, press the STOP button to stop the file playback, then press
MENU or BACK button to display the Main Menu, select TV then press the OK key

on the remote control.

2.2.11 Timer

In the Timer menu you can schedule a
recording event and set the frequency
that you want that event to occur. In the
Timer Menu use one of the following
functions:

 Add-Red button
 Delete-Green button
 History-Yellow button
 Status-Blue button
 Edit-OK button

Add New Recording Event >

<

Press the Red key on the remote control to enter the programme booking
environment.

1. In the Edit menu, press the Red button repeatedly to navigate through and select

the cycle mode:

Once: Record ”Once” only.
Sun to Sat (One week): Record at the same time for the same duration every day of

the week.

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Mon to Fri: Record at the same time for

the same duration Monday to Friday.
Sun & Sat: Record at the same time for
the same duration on Saturdays and
Sundays only.
Sun: Record at the same time for the
same duration on Sundays only.
Mon: Record at the same time for the
same duration on Mondays only. (on
each subsequent press of the red key
the other weekdays will be displayed)
Sat: Record at the same time for the same duration on Saturdays only.

2. Use the ◄/► keys on the remote control to switch the date and time section,

press ▲/▼ to adjust the value.
Channel: Use the ▲/▼ keys on the remote control to select the channel to be
recorded in the timer event.

Year/ Month/ Day: Switch the date by pressing ▲/▼ keys on the remote control.
Start: Use the ▲/▼keys on the remote control to set the Start time for the recording

event.
Length: Use the ▲/▼ keys on the remote control to set the duration of the
recording.

3. Press OK when you have set all the parameters for the recording, a confirmation

window will be displayed, select CONFIRM and press OK button to confirm the
recording event.

4. Completing the confirmation process will return you to the Timer List, you can

add your next recording event.

Delete Project >

<

In the Timer menu press the Green on the remote control to delete a selected
scheduled recording, a pop up confirmation window will be displayed.
Select from the following actions:

 CANCEL
 Delete the selected schedule
 Delete all schedules

< History of the Projects >

Press the Yellow key on the remote control to view the history of scheduled
recordings.

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< Project Status >
Press the Blue button to change the status of a scheduled recording event.

 Ready – Normal status
 Pause – Place the selected event on hold.
 Lock – This status is system generated when a scheduled time for a n ev ent is in

the past.

< Edit Project >

Press the OK key on a highlighted event to edit that event. The Edit sub menu will
be displayed to allow you to adjust the parameters of the highlighted event.

2.3 File Manager

Your Media Player is equipped with a file
manager that can detect an external
device such as a HDD or flash device
when connected to the USB input of the
Media Player. The system will scan the
external storage device identifying and
storing media types into different folders.
The File Manager menu is a folder
which allows you to browse and play
music, photos and movie files stored on a HDD or an external USB device. In this
environment you can also view shared multi-media files from other PC’s on the
same network that the media player is connected to.
To enter the menu, select File Manager from the Main Menu and press OK.

2.3.1 Browsing Files

File Manager -> press OPTION button

Press OPTION key t o dis pl ay an Option
window where you can select the
browsing file:

 Thumbnail
 List
 Preview
 All Media
 Movies
 Photos
 Music

Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select, press OK button to confirm.

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2.3.2 File Editing

File Manager -> Press Green button

Pressing the Green key on the remote
control will display the File Editing
window, where you can manage the
operations of files on the external
device:
Copy/Delete/Move/Rename/Send to
Buddy/Multiple Select
Use the ▲/▼ buttons to select, press
OK button to display the sub-menu
selected. Follow the on screen instructions to complete the operation.

2.4 Movies

In this folder you will find all the Movie
and video files on the external device.
You can browse, select and play all
video files in the folder.

2.4.1 Browsing Files

Movies -> press OPTION button

Press the OPTION key on the remote control in the Movies browser. T he Option
window will be displayed, you can manage your movie browsing environment:

 Search
 Thumbnails
 List
 Preview
 All Movies
 Show DVDs
 REC Programs
 Go to Folder
 Name
 Most Viewed
 Recently Added

Use the arrow ▲/▼ keys to make a selection, press OK key to display the
sub-menu. Follow the on screen instructions to complete t he operation.

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2.4.2 Playing Movies

Movies -> press OK or PLAY key on the

remote control.
If you want to play a selected video file
in full screen, press OK or PLAY to start
the operation.
During playback, you can use the
following:

◄ jump back 30 seconds
► skip forwards 30 seconds

FF fast forward 1.5x, 2x, 4x, 8 x, 16x, 32x, 1 x,…
REW fast rewind 1x, 1.5x, 2x, 4 x, 8x, 16x, 32x,1x,…
NEXT jump to the next section in the current video
PREV jump to the previous secti on in t he current video
ZOOM zoom in/out 2x, 3x, 4x, 8x
STOP stop playback

Press INFO button to display information for the video file.
During playback, you can also use OPTION key on the remote control to change the
playback setup.

 Subtitle - Set the language subtitles.
 Audio - Set the Audio Mode.
 GOTO - Shift to a designated point in

time in the video.

 Repeat - Set repeat mode.
 Video Setting - Adjust the video

parameters to your preference.

2.5 Music

In this folder you will find all the Music
files on the external device. You can
browse, select and play all music files in
the folder.

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INSTRUCTIONS

2.5.1 Browsing Files

Music -> press OPTION button

Press the OPTION key on the remote
control in the Music browser. The
Option window will be displayed, you
can manage your music browsing.
Use the arrow ▲/▼ keys on the remote
control to select a music file, press OK
to confirm.

2.5.2 Playing Music

Music -> press OK or Play

To play selected music files, press OK
or Play button to start playback. During
playback, use the following functions:
Next jump to the next song in the play
list,
Previous jump to the previous song in
the play list,
VOL+/- to increase or decrease the
volume,

Stop to stop playback,
BACK will return to file browser, playback will continue.

Press the OPTION button to s elect
Repeat Mode during playback:

 Repeat Off
 Repeat One
 Repeat All
 Shuffle Loop

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2.6 Photo

In this folder you will find all the Photo
files on the external device. You can
browse, select and play all photo files in
the folder.

2.6.1 Browsing Files

Photo -> press OPTION button

Press the OPTION key on the remote
control in the Photo browser. T he
Option window will be displayed, you
can manage your photo browsing Use
the arrow ▲/▼ keys on the remote
control to select a photo file, press OK to
confirm.

2.6.2 Viewing Photos

Photos -> press the OK or Play key on

the remote control
To display selected image files or slide
show in full screen, press OK or Play to
start the operation.
In photo display mode, use the following
commands:

Next jump to the next file in the play list,
Previous jump to the previous file in the

play list,

Zoom in/out 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X,
Stop or BACK to stop playing.
Press Info key to display the information for the image file.

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Note:

1. When the photo is displayed in full screen mode, the slide show starts

automatically.

2. While listening to MP3 files, you can browse photos at the same time.

During playback, you can press the OPTION key on the remote control to change
the slide show Set up:

 Slide Timing – Set the display time of

each picture.

 Slide Transition –Optional special

effects on picture transition.

 Repeat off – To Stop the Slide Show.
 Repeat all – To show all files in the

play list.

 Shuffle Loop - Randomly select files

in the play list during Slide Show.

 Background Music - Background music ON/OFF.
 Video Setting – To set the video parameters.

2.7 App (Applications)

The App menu has a number of
Internet-related applications including
You Tube, real time stock information,
file sharing, world weather, Podcasts
and other internet applications.
Use ◄/►▲/▼ buttons to select an item
in this environment, press OK to enter
the selected item.

You will need to ensure that the media player is connected to the internet by WLAN
or LAN to use these applications

2.8 Setup

It is recommended that the Setup menu be configured to setup the user environment
when first installing the media player.

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INSTRUCTIONS

In Home Menu, use the ◄/► buttons to
select Setup then press OK to enter the
main menu.

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The Setup Menu has six sections:

 System - In this menu environment you can set System specific parameters.
 Audio - Setup HDMI and SPDIF

output mode

 Video – Video output modes can be

set in this menu environment.

 TV & REC - Governs Digital TV

setup parameters.

 Network – Setup the network IP

address, Gateway, DNS and other
parameters.

 MISC - Includes information and

functional settings.

2.8.1 System

Setup -> System
Use the ▲/▼ keys on the remote control to select item, press OK to enter a selected
item.

< Time >

Setup -> System -> Time
In this menu, use ▲/▼ keys to select an
item, ◄/ ► keys or numeric keys to
change the settings, press BACK to exit.

Syn Mode: Use the ▲/▼ keys to
navigate between available options. In
Time Offset Table (TOT) mode the time
is detected from the broadcasters transport stream, you will still need to select your
state. In TDT mode you will need to manually set the time offset.

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Region: Use ▲/ ▼ keys to set the time using GMT Time Zone setting.
Summer Time: This setting needs to be set to ON in summertime for states of

Australia that have daylight savings.

< Screen Saver >

Setup -> System -> Screen Saver
This setup is to enable or disable the
screen saver function.
Timing: Use the ▲/▼ keys to select
"Off" or a time frame from the list. Press

OK to confirm.
Options: In this environment you can
select the source for the screensaver.

< Scan storage >

This item is to set the scan mode for
storage detection.

 Auto scan on - system will scan

storage devices automatically.

 Auto scan off
 Resume scan

Use the ▲/▼keys on the remote control
to select an item, press OK to confirm.

< Resume Play >

The media player supports video resume play function. This item is used to enable
or disable the resume play function.

< Factory Default >

Factory default is used to return the
system to the original software settings
when it leaves the factory. Returning the
system to factory default will result in all
your settings being changed.
Press OK to display the confirmation
dialogue box, use the ▲/▼ keys on the
remote control to highlight Yes or No
then press OK to confirm your selection.

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2.8.2 Audio

Setup -> Audio

 Night Mode - selec t On/Off in the

night mode environment to reduce
the sound.

 HDMI Output - select optional HDMI

Audio on the output mode.

 SPDIF Output - select Audio output

modes for SPDIF.

 Surround Sound – set the sound

mode for surround sound.

 Audio Default - Resum e the default value of the system setup.

2.8.3 Video

Setup -> Video
In the video set up environment
configure settings, including:

 Aspect Ratio - select the aspect ratio

to match your TV (including Pan
Scan 4:3/Letter Box 4:3/16:9/16:10)

 TV System - select the TV system to

match your set up ( options include
NTSC/PAL/480P/576P/ 720P
50Hz/720P 60Hz/1080i 50Hz/1080i 60Hz/1080P 50Hz/1080P 60Hz )

 1080P 24HZ - If the TV supports 1080P 24Hz, you can turn thi s option ON.

2.8.4 TV & REC

Setup -> TV & REC
This menu is used to setup TV and
Recording features.
Please use ▲/▼ buttons to select, press
OK button to confirm.

 Channel Scan - This item is a digital

television channel scan.

 REC Device – Select the recording

path.

 REC priority - Select the recording

priority from Manual REC/Schedule REC.

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< Channel Scan >

Setup -> TV & REC -> Channel Scan -> Auto Scan
If you select Auto Scan, th e system will
scan TV channels automatically.
Select ‘Yes’ and press OK to start the
channel scan, when the scan is
complete, press BACK to commence
watching TV. Scanning will take around
5 minutes to pick up all the channels in
your region.

Setup -> TV & REC -> Channel Scan -> Manual Scan
There are three items to be setup in this
environment, the range will vary
depending on the TV region.
Select an item by using ▲/▼ keys on
the remote control, press OK to view the
list, use the ▲/▼ keys to make your
selection and press OK.

2.8.5 Network

Setup -> Network
This menu is used to setup network
connection, including:

 Wired Lan Setup - There are two

modes to set the network IP. (DHCP
IP/ FIX IP)

 Wireless Lan Setup - If your system

has wireless function, you can select
this item to set up the wireless
network.

 Samba Process - Set on/off the samba process setting.

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< Wired Lan Setup >

Setup -> Network -> Wired Lan Setup
i) DHCP IP (Auto) - dynamically assign IP addresses to devices on the network.

 DNS (AUTO) - To configure DNS

Automatically, select ‘Yes’ and press
the OK button to confirm. If 'Yes' is
selected the system will check the
current environment and
automatically configure the network,
please wait until the end of the
detection process. Press the BACK
key on the remote control to return to
the previous screen.

 DNS (Manual) - To configure DNS manually, press the OK button to enter the

setup screen, use the ◄/► keys to sel ect items and use ▲/▼ keys or numeric
keys to adjust the value. Press the OK key to enter the confirmation screen,
select 'Yes' then press the OK key to confirm. The system will also check the
current environment and automatically configure the network.

ii) FIX IP (Manual) - manual
configuration of IP address.
In the FIX IP (Manual) menu, use the
◄/► keys to select items and use ▲/▼
keys to adjust the value.
Press the OK key to enter the
confirmation screen, select 'Yes' and
press the OK key to confirm.

< Wireless Lan Setup >

This system has wireless function, you
can select this item to set up the
wireless network.
In Wireless Lan Setup menu, use the
Red key to enter the advance configure
menu, use ZOOM key to rescan WLAN,
select WLAN options us i ng the ▲/▼
keys and OK to connect to the WLAN.

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2.8.6 MISC

Setup -> MIS C
There are a number of miscellaneous
settings, including:

 Version Info – Shows the system

version information.

 Network Info - Shows the network

settings.

 Parental Control - The default

password is ‘0000’, you can change
the password, or set up other functions.

 Online upgrade - Using the Internet to connect and download the latest version

firmware, follow the inst ruct i ons to automatical l y upgrade.

 USB upgrade - Using USB flash drive loaded Firmware, follow the instructions to

automatically upgrade.

< Parental Control >

Use the ▲/▼ keys to select items, OK
to enter. The default password is ‘0000’.

 Lock System - Switch on/off the

system lock.

 Change password - Change the

default password.

 TV Rating - Change the TV Rating.

(No Block (default setting)/G and
Above/PG and Above/M and
Above/MA and Above/AV and Above/R and Above/Block All)

Setting a block level in the Parental Guidance Rating menu will block programs
carrying a parental guidance rating of the block level and above. The user will need
to enter the PIN code (password) to view the program.

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FAQ

What is a HD Media Player?

A HD media player is a device that receives and decodes high definition TV signals,
and can also play media files in a number of modes.
A HD media player is generally connected to televisions that are HD ready.

Can I connect my HD Media Player to a CRT television?

Yes this HD media player can be connected to a CRT television, as long as it
supports the appropriate connections. Picture quality will vary compared to HD ready
TV’s, however accessing the additional HD stations is still applicable.

What are the added benefits of a HD Media Player?

The added benefits of a HD media player include:
. Sharper Pictures
. Clearer Sound
. Widescreen viewing
. Extra Channels
. Connects to the internet
. Streams multimedia files from other PC’s on the network
. Playback of 1080pfiles

Do I require an antenna in association with this media player?

Yes a professionally installed antenna is recommended if you need to watch DTV.

What aspect ratio does high definition come in?

A high definition signal is transmitted in a 16:9 aspect ratio. 16:9 is also known as
widescreen.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem Potential Reasons What to do

No Power
Screen shows “No

Signal” when in DTV
mode

No sound from
speaker

Only sound, no
image on the screen
when in DTV mode

Remote Control is
not responding

The image stopped
suddenly or mosaic

Cannot play internet
applications

Media Files are not
playing

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Power isn’t connected Connect the power
The power switch is not on Switch on the power
Antenna not connected Plug in the antenna cable

Incorrect setting Reset setting
No or incorrect connection

with audio cable
Sound on mute Turn off mute function

No or incorrect connection
with AV cable

The battery is exhausted Change battery
Remote Control is not facing

or close enough to the Media
Player

The signal it too weak Check the antenna

Not connected to the internet

HDD not connected or the
power of HDD is OFF

Connect the audio cable
correctly

Make sure cables are
connected correctly

Adjust the position of the
Remote Control and move
closer to the unit

Check the settings in
NETWORK menu of the
SETUP menu
Check to make sure the HDD
is connected, if it is powered
HDD make sure the power is
ON

SPECIFICATION

Section Detailed Section Explanation

Input Frequency 49 ~ 861MHz UHF& VHF
Input Impedance 75 Ohm
Channel Bandwidth 6M, 7M & 8MHz

Input Signal

Video

Audio

Power

Environmental

Condition

Note:

1. This product complies with legal standards and is manufactured under
constant quality control.
2．Technical specifications are up-to-date at the time of printing, however can be
subject to changes without prior notice.

OFDM Spectrum 2K/8K-carrier hierarchical
Modulation Mode QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
Guard Interval Modes 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32
Code Modes 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
Algorithm ISO/IEC 13818-2 MP@HL/MP @ML
Display Video Type 1080i/720p/576p
HD Video Output Type YPbPr, HDMI
SD Video Output Type CVBS
Algorithm MPEG-1 layer I and II, Ac3
Frequency Response
Sampling Frequency 32, 44.1, 48KHz
Audio Output Type Stereo(RCA photo jack)
Digital Audio Output S/PDIF Optical
Power AC90 ~ 250V
Operating Frequency 50/60Hz
Operating T emperature
Weight Around 1.5 kg
Dimension 280mm (W) x 240mm (D) x 60mm (H)

20Hz~20k Hz , 0±6dBu

0 ~ 40℃

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