DOTEC DG-HD0211 User Manual

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HELP PROVIDED
NEED HELP?
If you are experiencing difficulty operating this product or require set up assistance please contact the DGTEC Service Centre. The call is free from anywhere in Australia. Our operators will assist you in plain English without the technical jargon:
(Australia)
8:OOam-6:OOpm Australian EST
* Subject to change without notice.
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INDEX
HELP PROVIDED ...................................................................................................... 1
INDEX........................................................................................................................ 2
SAFETYAND INSTRUCTIONS.................................................................................. 4
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................ 5
1.1 Package Content............................................................................................. 5
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
GETTING STARTED.................................................................................................10
2.1 Connecting to Equipment...............................................................................10
2.2 First time installation.......................................................................................12
2.3 Switching programs........................................................................................12
2.4 Volume control ...............................................................................................12
2.5 Mute...............................................................................................................12
2.6 Freezing picture .............................................................................................12
2.7 Change screen aspect (Aspect Ratio) ............................................................13
2.8 Switch between TV and RADIO......................................................................13
2.9 View program info ..........................................................................................13
2.10 Subtitle (Closed Captions)............................................................................13
2.11 Teletext service.............................................................................................13
2.12 Electronic Program Guide (EPG)..................................................................13
OPERATING THE DG-HD0211.................................................................................14
3.1 Main Menu .....................................................................................................14
3.2 Menu Instructions...........................................................................................15
3.2.1 Timer setting ..........................................................................................15
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INDEX
3.2.2 System Settings.....................................................................................16
3.2.3 Channel Manager ..................................................................................18
3.2.4 Parental Control.....................................................................................19
3.2.5 File Manager..........................................................................................20
3.2.6 Installation..............................................................................................21
3.2.7 USB.......................................................................................................22
3.3 Electronic Programming Guide (EPG)............................................................23
3.4 TV/Radio and Favorite List in Simple Mode....................................................24
3.5 TeleText..........................................................................................................24
RECORDING GUIDE................................................................................................25
4.1 Instant Recording...........................................................................................25
4.2 Scheduling Recordings ..................................................................................25
4.3 Schedule Recordings With The Electronic Program Guide (EPG) ..................27
4.4 PauseAnd Catch-Up Live TV (TIME SHIFT)..................................................27
4.5 Record One Channel And Watch A Second Channel At The Same Time........28
4.6 Playback Recorded Programs........................................................................28
4.7 Delete Recorded Programs............................................................................29
FAQ...........................................................................................................................30
TROUBLE SHOOTING .............................................................................................31
SPECIFICATION.......................................................................................................32
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SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER.
THERE ARE NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO A QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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
set top box.
.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 0oC ~ 40oC and humidity should
be under 95%.
.For your own safety, do not touch any part of the unit, power lead or aerial lead
during a lightning storm.
.Use a damp cloth to clean the unit. .Do not use liquid cleaners, solvent or abrasive products, etc.
This symbol indicates that high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make contact with any part inside the case.
This symbol alerts you of important information concerning operation and maintenance of this product.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Package Content
Please make sure the following accessories are supplied with the STB.
① High Definition Digital Set Top Box
② Remote Control
③ RCA Composite Video/Audio Cable
④ Batteries (AAA Size)
⑤ User Manual
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1.2 Front Panel
1. Volume +/- Button (◄ /► )
Moves the cursor left/right when in the menu or adjusts the volume level.
2. STANDBY Button
Press to switch between operation and standby mode.
3. CH +/- Button (▲ /▼ )
Moves the cursor up/down when in the menu or changes the current program to the previous/next channel.
4. Front Panel Display
Front panel window displays information concerning current operation such as Channel number.
5. Port for USB
Pull the right edge of the front panel to open the cover. USB port is used for viewing external files (MP3 audio files and JPEG or BMP images), recording contents to an external USB memory device, playback of contents recorded by this device and for software upgrades. (Only when advised by service technician. )
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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 the antenna.
3. DIGITAL AUDIO (S/PDIF / Optical)
Connects to an External Audio Amplifier with S/PDIF / Optical Digital Audio (optional).
4. HDMI Connector
Connects High-Definition Multimedia output to HD Monitors (HDMI Type).
5. VIDEO (Yellow RCA)
Connects to a TV with yellow video input to obtain picture.
6. AUDIO L/R (White / Red RCA)
Connects to a TV audio input, HD Monitors audio input or an External Audio Amplifier to obtain audio.
7. YPbPr
Connects component video to HD Monitors (YPbPr Type).
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1.4 Remote Control Unit
All features of the STB can be controlled with the remote control.
1. POWER: Press to switch between operation and standby mode.
2. USB: Press to enter the USB menu.
3. NUMERIC KEYS: Press to input Channel
Numbers, Passwords or Letters.
4. TV/RADIO: Switch between TV or RADIO mode.
5. MUTE: Press to mute the sound.
6. EPG: Displays the Electronic Program
Guide.
7. EXIT: Press to return to the previous menu or to exit from the current mode.
8. ASPECT RATIO: Press to select 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratio mode. (Play Settings in the Menu must be set to PAN & SCAN)
9. FAV: Press to display Favorite Channel List.
10. Up▲ / Down▼ : Changes the channel or moves the cursor in the menu.
11. Left◄ / Right► : Adjusts volume or moves the cursor in the menu.
12. MENU: Press to display the Main Menu.
13. PAGE +/ PAGE–:Press to page up/down
in the channel list.
14. OK: Press to select the item in the menu or to list the TV/Radio channels.
15. INFO: Displays the information of the current program.
16. LANG: Not Applicable.
17. AUDIO: Selects the audio mode.
18. RECALL: Press to return the previous channel.
19. FREEZE: Freezes the video output of the STB.
20. SCAN: Press to search program automatically.
21. TEXT: Displays the Teletext information. (Only available if network is
transmitting this data)
22. SUBTITLE: Press to view subtitles (Close captioning). Availability depends on broadcasters’services.
23. REW / FF / PLAY / PAUSE / STOP / REC: Special keys designated for playing MP3s on a USB drive, or for recording/playing programs to a USB drive.
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1.5 Installing the batteries in the remote control
1. Press and Push (outwards) the retaining catch on the lid of the battery recess on the rear of the remote control to remove the lid.
2. Insert two AAA batteries into the recess.
3. Replace the lid over the recess and gently push the lid back into place until it snaps firmly into place.
Caution
1. Keep batteries out of children’s reach.
2. Don’t attempt to recharge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or throw the batteries into the fire.
3. Always replace both batteries at the same time. Never mix new and old batteries or batteries of different types.
4. If you don’t intend to use the remote controller 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 receiver 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 STB.
2. The remote control has a range of up to 7 meters from the set top box at an angle of up to 60 degrees.
3. The remote control will not operate if its path is blocked.
Note: Sunlight or very bright light will decrease the sensitivity of the remote
control.
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2.1 Connecting to Equipment
i. Connect your TV antenna cable to the “ANT IN”jack on the back of the STB using
coaxial RF cable.
CONNECTING TO A HIGH DEFINITION TELEVISION (HDTV) OPTION 1- HDMI connection ii. Connect the HDMI Out on the STB to HDMI In on the HDTV using a HDMI cable
(not provided).
OPTION 2- High Definition connection using YPbPr cables (not supplied )
iii. Connect the YPbPr connectors and AUDIO L/R connectors on the back of the
STB to the COMPONENT IN on your television using RCA-type YPbPr cables.
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CONNECTING TO A STANDARD DEFINITION TELEVISION
iv. Using the provided Composite cables connect the yellow plug to the
corresponding yellow sockets on the STB and TV. Connect the AUDIO L/R (white and red) lead to the corresponding white and red sockets on the STB and
the AV in sockets at the rear of the TV. Optional: Connect Optical S/PDIF out connector on the STB to the Audio-Amplifier using optical cable.
Note: Please ensure that your TV is set to the correct input channel depending on your connection type e.g. AV1, AV2, Component , Scart1 ,HDMI etc. Use the TV remote control to select the TV input channel connected to the Set Top Box. Refer to your TV user guide or technical helpline if unable to select the input channel.
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2.2 First time installation
Note: Be sure to have the power cord connected to the mains.
After all the connections have been established, switch on your TV. If you are using the STB for the first time or restored the STB to factory default, a First Time Installation menu will be displayed to guide you through the scanning of channels.
When scanning is complete, all active channels found will be stored automatically. (In case you want to stop the scanning, press the EXIT key. The channels already found will be stored).
Now you are ready to watch digital TV channels and radio broadcasts.
In case you skip the First Time Installation screen, you can press MENU key to bring up the main menu.
2.3 Switching programs
i. Press the NUMERIC keys (0~9) on the remote control to select the channel
number you want.
ii. Alternatively press the ▲ /▼ key on the remote control or the front panel to change
the available channels upward/downward.
iii. Press the RECALL key to view the previous channel selected.
2.4 Volume control
Press the ◄ /► key on the remote control or front panel to adjust the volume.
2.5 Mute
i. Press the MUTE key to temporarily stop the sound. ii. To cancel mute, press the MUTE key again.
2.6 Freezing picture
i. Press the FREEZE key to freeze the current picture. The FREEZE icon will appear
on the TV screen. Note that this function does not pause live TV, i.e. its not the Pause function.
ii. To cancel Freeze and continue to watching, press the FREEZE key again and the
FREEZE icon will disappear.
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2.7 Change screen aspect (Aspect Ratio)
Press the ASPECT RATIO key to switch screen aspect mode between 16:9 (widescreen TV) and 4:3. You can also adjust the aspect ratio by changing the Play Settings in the Menu. Refer to System Settings on page 15.
Note: The “Aspect ratio”key on the remote control is inactive until the user changes the AR setting in the Play Setting submenu of System Settings
2.8 Switch between TV and RADIO
Press the TV/RADIO key on the remote control unit.
2.9 View program info
i. Press the INFO key to view detailed information of the current program. ii. Press the INFO key again to view detailed information of the next scheduled program. iii. Press the EXIT key to exit.
2.10 Subtitle (Closed Captions)
Press the SUBTITLE key to switch Closed Captions (subtitle) On or Off.
NOTE: Closed Captions are present only if the broadcaster provides the service.
2.11 Teletext service
i. Press the TEXT key to open a teletext page (if teletext is transmitted). ii. Press the TEXT key to exit.
2.12 Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
i. Press the EPG key to view TV Program Guide provided by the broadcasters. ii. Press the ▲ /▼ keys to view programming guide of other channels. iii. Press the ◄ /► key to view the next 8 days’programming guide (where available from the broadcaster). iv. Press the Blue key to access each program on the list and schedule recordings: a) Press the ▲ /▼ keys to scroll through the scheduled programs. b) Press the Yellow key to view the detailed Program Information of the highlighted program. c) Press the Green key to schedule recordings (Book Rec). A clock symbol will appear next to the selected program. v. Press EXIT key to exit the menu.
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MENU
System Settings
Channel Manager
Parental Control
File Manager
Installation
USB
Timer Settings
Menu Settings
Video Settings
Play Settings
Time Settings
Manual Search
Auto Search
Factory Default
Version Info.
USB File
USB Upgrade
USB Format
USB Disconnect
USB Test
Timer List
OPERATING THE DG-HD0211
3.1 Main Menu
1. Press MENU key to bring up the main menu.
2. Press ◄ /► key to move left/right to the desired sub menu.
3. Press OK key to enter into the sub menu you desire.
4. Press EXIT key to exit the main menu. The main menu is divided into 7 sections please refer to the menu tree below.
Menu Tree
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3.2 Menu Instructions
< Starting up for the First Time >
1. Turn on your TV and STB.
2. If it is the first time using the STB, below is an explanation of the menu settings. Press the MENU button to bring up the following screen.
< Menu Information >
3.2.1 Timer setting
You can program the STB to perform a certain event at a specified time using the Timer Settings. Entering Timer Settings will show the following screen below. Use the ▲ /▼ button to select the item, and change the parameters using ◄ /► button.
Schedule NO.
You can select up to 25 timer entries.
Date / Start Time
You can set the date and start time of the program you intend to switch to.
Mode
Select “Once / Daily / Weekly”to activate the timer.
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Event
Live Play / Record will switch to play / record the channel specified at the requested time. Power Off will turn off the unit at the time set.
Channel
Channel selected will be viewed at the time set. You will need to press the OK button on the remote control in order to select the channel.
REC Duration
Set the recording duration, press the numerical buttons to change the settings.
3.2.2 System Settings
Return to the main Menu page. Scroll down to select the System Settings icon, and press OK. The following screen will appear.
< Menu Settings >
In this menu, you can use the ▲ /▼ keys to select the item and the ◄ /► keys to change the settings. Press EXIT to save your changes and exit the menu.
Transparency
This setting controls the On Screen Display (Menu) transparency level.
Info Timeout
Sets the duration the Program Information banner is displayed.
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< Video Settings > Resolution Resolution can be changed depending on the television used. (1080i/720p/576p) Ratio
You can switch aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9 Widescreen.
Color Format
The default value is “AUTO”. The STB will automatically convert and output the color mode regardless of the current program’s color system. The available options are PAL and NTSC. “AUTO”should always be selected.
Note: To adjust the screen size, you must select Play Settings and change the ARconversion to PAN&SCAN or Combined depending on TV Screen type. Otherwise, the picture will look elongated or in a Letter box format.
< Play Settings >
In this menu, you can use the ▲ /▼ keys to select the item and the ◄ /► keys to change the settings. Press EXIT to save your changes and exit the menu.
CHChange
Use ◄ /► button to select the mode of screen display during a channel change. Freeze will freeze the screen during the channel change interval. Blank will display a blank screen during the channel change interval.
ARConversion
Use ◄ /► button to select between lgnore, Pan&Scan, LetterBox and Combined. This changes the screen picture size.
SPDIF Type
Use ◄ /► button to select the SPDIF type (PCM/AC3). This only applies if unit is connected to a surround sound amplifier.
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< Time Settings >
In this menu, you can use the ▲ /▼ keys to select the item and the ◄ /► keys to change the Local Time settings. Press EXIT to save your changes and exit the menu.
Time Zone: Use ◄ /► button to set the time using GMT in Time Zone setting. Daylight Saving: Use ◄ /► button to select the Daylight Saving mode to (ON/OFF).
This function is used to adjust the time during daylight saving period.
3.2.3 Channel Manager
Enter the default password (Password: 0000) unless you have created a new password.
Channel Manager allows you to manage the channels scanned by the STB. You can create personalized (Favorite) channel lists and delete and/or lock channels.
Lock: To lock and unlock a channel. This means a particular channel will require
a password to access.
Delete:You can delete selected channels. Be aware that this function will
completely delete the saved channels. When you delete a channel in the menu, the channel is also deleted from the Favorite List.
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Move: You can move a channel position. First press the OK button to pick up the
channel. A check mark will be shown next to the selected channel. Use the cursor to move to the position you want and press the OK button to drop the channel.
Alter: Use Alter button to switch between TV and FAV channel lists.
You can create up to 3 lists of your favorite channels. The default favorite list names are “Fav1 ”,“Fav2 ”,“Fav3 ”.
Move cursor to the required channel with ▲ /▼ buttons, and then press OK button on the remote control to add the channel to the current favorites list. One channel can be selected for more than one favorite list. You can change between favorite lists by pressing the FAV button.
You may access the favorite list at anytime by pressing the FAV button while you are watching TV.
3.2.4 Parental Control
In this menu, you can use the ▲ /▼ keys to select the item and the ◄ /► keys to change the settings. Press EXIT to save your changes and exit the menu (The
default password is 0000).
< Lock Setting > Menu Lock
Setting “Menu Lock”to ON will require you to input a correct PIN code to enter the main Menu page at all times.
STB Start-Up Lock
Setting “STB Start-Up Lock”to ON will require you to input a correct PIN code to turn ON the STB.
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Access Level
Setting “Access Level”will require you to input a correct PIN code to watch programs that you have blocked based on their Parental Guidelines Code. The available options are No Block, Block ALL, G and Above, PG and Above, M and Above etc.
< Password Set > (The default password is 0000)
To change the current PIN code, input the current PIN code then input the new PIN code. You must confirm this new PIN code again.
3.2.5 File Manager
File Manager shows the scheduled events (e.g Recordings and Reminders) that you have created.
< Timer List >
This is a preview page of the all timer recordings set, you can add timer in the menu of Timer Settings menu and/or EPG.
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3.2.6 Installation
Use ◄ /► buttons to select the Installation Menu. Press OK and the following screen will appear.
< Manual Search >
1. If you press OK on Manual Search in the Installation Menu, the below screen will
appear.
2. Use the ▲ /▼ button to select the item, and change the settings with the ◄ /► and number (0~9) buttons. (Used to change input frequency)
3. Once the settings have been entered then press the OK button to scan current channel or press EXIT button to go back.
< Auto Search >
If you press OK on Auto Search in Installation Menu, the STB will automatically start scanning TV and RADIO programs. (The default password is 0000)
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< Factory Default >
Deletes all the data and settings currently saved and brings the system to the initial state. (The default password is 0000.)
<Version Info >
If you press OK on Version Info in Installation Menu, important information such as the software version is displayed. Prior to initiating a software upgrade it is recommended that you note the software version details displayed here. After completing the software upgrade you should return to this menu to verify that a new software version was installed.
3.2.7 USB
Use ▲ /▼ buttons to select the USB Menu, press OK and the following screen will appear.
< USB File >
You can view and access files in a USB storage device. Only MP3 audio files∕ JPEG or BMP images and recordings made on this device can be viewed. (Might not be compatible with all devices)
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< USB Upgrade >
An upgrade can be performed using the USB port. (Only to be advised by DGTEC technician)
< USB Format>
You can format the USB storage device in this menu. All the files stored in the USB storage device will be deleted.
< USB Disconnect >
It is highly recommended that you initiate the USB Disconnect function prior to removing a USB device from the USB port.
< USB Test >
In this menu can calculate out whether the USB drives what you had inserted suit for recording or not.
Note: A Storage Media Must Be Connected to the DG-HD0211 USB Port. Do not remove the USB device when viewing the files in the USB storage device. Files must contain alphanumeric characters only. The following characters “[ ]﹨”etc are not permitted.
3.3 Electronic Programming Guide (EPG)
EPG shows an 8 day TV program guide for all channels. The event is displayed only for the channels that have EPG information made available by the broadcaster. If you press EPG, the following screen will appear.
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Press the ▲ /▼ button to select a channel. Press the OK button on a highlighted channel to exit the EPG and preview the channel. Press the ◄ /► button to view the EPG for the following 8-days on a particular channel. Press the Blue button to alter to the program window. Press the ▲ /▼ button to select a program. Press the Yellow button to access additional information of the highlighted program. Press the Green button to schedule a recording. Press the
EXIT button to exit the EPG.
3.4 TV/Radio and Favorite List in Simple Mode
If you press OK on the remote control while watching television, the channel list is displayed. You can select one item from favorite list by pressing FAV button. You can view the channel by pressing the ▲ /▼ button. You can switch between TV and Radio lists by pressing TV/RADIO button.
3.5 TeleText
If you have selected a channel that contains teletext data, you can press TEXT button to open the OSD Teletext (available on ch7).
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RECORDING GUIDE
NOTE: A USB2.0 High Speed Storage Device Must Be Connected to the DG-HD0211 USB Port. Only USB 2.0 Flash Drives or USB 2.0 External Powered Hard Disk Drives formatted in FAT32 are supported.
NOTE: When a USB 2.0 Storage device is inserted, the DG-HD0211 will prompt you to initiate a USB Stability Test. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you perform this test prior to recording programs. The test will determine if the USB Storage device is suitable for recording.
4.1 Instant Recording
You can, at any time, record a program that you are watching by simply pressing the
REC button on the remote control. The following will appear on the TV for 5 secs:
The following icon will then appear on the top right hand corner of the TV for 10
seconds:
The first 4 digits indicate the channel and the remaining 6 digits indicate the
recording duration in hr:min:sec.
You can stop the recording at anytime by pressing STOP on the remote control.
Note: The DG-HD0211 will only playback recorded files that are 1 min and
longer.
4.2 Scheduling Recordings
You can create your personal recording schedules to record any programmes at any
time. The DG-HD0211 can be switched to Active Stand-By after the schedule is
created.
The DG-HD0211will execute the recording and switch itself back to Active Stand-By
upon completing each recording.
You can create recording schedules by following these steps:
Press Menu > Select Timer Settings > Press OK.
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The following screen is displayed:
Note: Use the ▲ /▼ /◄ /► buttons on the remote control unit to navigate Up/Down and Left/Right.
Title Description No. This represents the event number. You can schedule 25 events. Date Start Time
This represents the event date. This represents event start time.
Mode This enables the frequency of the event. The available options are:
OFF: Switch to Stand-By. Once: Execute event once. Daily: Execute event once a day, every day. Weekly: Execute event once a week, every week.
Event This enables the executable events. Available options are:
Power Off: Switch OFF the STB. Record: Record a program. LivePlay: Automatically switch channel to selected channel.
Channel
REC Duration
Allows you to select the channel you would like to Record or View. Select Channel and press OK. The following screen will appear.
You can navigate ▲ /▼ and press OK to select the desired channel. Using the numerical pad on the remote control enter the recording duration (in minutes). You can access this function only when Event is set to Record.
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After creating the schedule press OK. The event number (No.) will increment by
one. You are now ready to create the next schedule.
If you wish to exit, press EXIT. You will be prompted to Save the schedule.
Note: Please make sure Channel is NOT selected before you press OK to
create the next schedule.
4.3 Schedule Recordings With The Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
You can use the EPG to schedule recordings. Press the EPG button on the remote
control. The following screen will appear:
Press the Blue button on the remote to select Alter from the EPG menu. The
following will appear at the bottom of the EPG menu:
Select the program you wish to record by navigating ▲ /▼ and pressing Green
(Book REC) on the remote control unit.
This symbol will appear next to the program title. You can schedule multiple
recordings by repeating the above steps.
You can schedule recordings for future dates by navigating ◄ /► in the EPG to
access future dates.
Press EXIT to save the schedule.
4.4 Pause And Catch-Up Live TV (TIME SHIFT)
You can Pause and Rewind Live TV shows by pressing the PAUSE button at any
time. The screen will freeze with the following message:
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Press PAUSE to resume the live broadcast from the where it was paused.
You can Rewind the program by pressing the REW button on the remote control
Exit the Time Shift mode by pressing the STOP or EXIT buttons.
Note: Time Shift will activate only if an USB storage device is connected to the
DG-HD0211’s USB port.
Note: During Time Shift the storage/memory is consumed. Therefore the
duration you can Pause and Catch-Up is restricted to storage device’s
capacity.A 2GB Capacity allows 1.5hours of recording and Time Shift.
Note: During Active Stand-By the DG-HD0211 consumes 15%-25% less energy
than in full operational mode.
4.5 Record One Channel And Watch A Second Channel At The Same Time
Unlike other single tuner STBs, the DG-HD0211 allows you to record a program and
watch a second program on a different channel at the same time. Since this is a
single tuner STB, you can only execute this function on channels provided by the
same broadcaster and on the same bandwidth.
For example, Record a program on CH90 and simultaneously view another on CH99;
or Record a program on SBS30 and simultaneously watch another on SBS32.
4.6 Playback Recorded Programs
Insert a USB storage device that contains programs recorded by your DG-HD0211.
Press the USB button on the remote control to access the device file list. You will
see the following screen:
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Press OK to view the contents of the storage device:
Navigate ▲ /▼ to the desired program title and press OK to play the file.
The DG-HD0211 also plays music and photographs. The following file formats are
supported: Mp3, bmp and Jpeg.
Press EXIT to stop playing photographs and music files.
You can use the FF and REW buttons to Fast Forward/Skip and Rewind/Review
recorded contents and music files.
Note: Only TV programs recorded by the DG-HD0211 can be played.
Note: A Read File Error Message will be displayed if the program recorded is
less the 1min in duration.
4.7 Delete Recorded Programs
Follow the above steps. Instead of pressing OK, press the Red button to delete the
file.
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FAQ
1.What is a HD STB?
A HDTV STB is a device that receives and decodes high definition TV signals.
A HD STB is generally connected to televisions that are HD ready.
2. Can I connect my HD STB to a CRT television?
Yes this HD STB 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.
3. What are the added benefits of a HD STB?
The added benefits of a HD STB include:
. Sharper Pictures
. Clearer Sound
. Widescreen viewing
. Extra Channels
4. Do I require an antenna in association with this STB?
Yes a professionally installed antenna is recommended.
5. What aspect ratio does high definition come in?
A high definition signal is transmitted in 16:9 aspect ratio. 16:9 is also known
as widescreen.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
Check the STB according to the procedures detailed below.
If the STB does not work properly after conducting Problem Solving Protocols,
please contact the technical department. This unit contains dangerous voltages,
never remove the cover.
When not in use for a long period, it is recommended that you unplug the unit from
the main power socket.
Problem Solution
No Power
Check the power cord for defects. Check mains power switch is on.
No Reception
Check the Signal Strength Indictor and check the antenna cable has been inserted correctly.
No Sound
Volume may be set to low or audio muted. Check the audio cable connection.
No Video
Change video output port or video display type. Check the video cable connection.
The remote control is in operation,
but the STB is not responding
Check the batteries. Check the battery contact.
No Channels in the Channel List Please rescan channels.
Aspect Ratio button does not work Refer page 17
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SPECIFICATION
Section Detailed Section Explanation
Input Frequency 49 ~ 861MHz UHF& VHF Input Impedance 75 Ohm Channel Bandwidth 6M, 7M & 8MHz OFDM Spectrum 2K/8K-carrier hierarchical Modulation Mode QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM Guard Interval Modes 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32
Input Signal
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
Video
SD Video Output Type CVBS Algorithm MPEG-1 layer I and II, Ac3 Frequency Response
20Hz~20k Hz , 0±6dBu Sampling Frequency 32, 44.1, 48KHz Audio Output Type Stereo(RCAphoto jack)
Audio
DigitalAudio Output S/PDIF Optical Power AC90 ~ 250V
Power
Operating Frequency 50/60Hz Operating Temperature
0 ~ 40℃ Weight Around 2 kg
Environmental
Condition
Dimension 280mm (W) x 200mm (D) x 45mm (H)
Note:
1. This product complies with the 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.
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