Ferguson satellite receivers support recording on external hard disk drives (HDDs) and
flash memories (pendrives). In all instances, the correct operation of the recording
function depends on the type of connected memory! You must read the following
limitations.
REMEMBER:
1. In order to use an external USB memory, the memory must support the
USB 2.0 standard. To ensure stable recording and playback, you must use amemory with a recording speed of 9.0 MB/s or greater. Slower hard disk
drives and flash memories may not function properly, have problems with
recording (image jitter), or not function at all!!!
2. Only disks with one basic NTFS or FAT32 partition (we recommend using the
NTFS format) will function properly. If you do not have such a format, prepare
the disk on your computer before connecting it to the receiver.
3. Highly fragmented or used memories may also not operate smoothly or
correctly.
4. External hard disk drives should be autonomously powered, since the builtin USB port is unable to provide sufficient power.
5. Only one of the two USB ports can be used at the same time!
CAUTION
1. Under no circumstances should you disconnect the USB device from the
receiver during recording or playback. Disconnecting during operation may
cause damage to the receiver and/or flash memory, and to the recorded data.
2. Do not touch the working device (and in particular the USB connector) with
wet hands. Risk of electric shock and permanent damage to the receiver!
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SAFETY MEASURES
We request that you read the instruction manual and recommendations set forward therein.
Also remember to correctly position the satellite antenna!
In order to avoid an electric shock, never open the housing. Damage to the
warranty seal shall void the warranty.
Disconnect the device from the mains during thunderstorms or when it is not to
be used for an extended period of time. Please remember that the warranty does
not cover damage to the equipment caused by a lightning strike.
Do not expose the device to direct sunlight. Place it away from sources of heat
and humidity. Do not cover ventilation ducts, in order to ensure the correct
circulation of air.
Place the device horizontally on a flat, even and stable surface.
If you move the device from a room that is warm to one that is cold (or vice
versa), wait at min. 1 hour before connecting it to the mains. Otherwise,
problems may arise.
The device should be placed away from vases, bottles, aquariums and other
water containers in order to avoid damage. Do not touch the mains plug with
your bare hands.
Do not place any objects on the housing of the device. This may cause
overheating and reception problems.
Before commencing maintenance or installation work, disconnect the receiver from the mains.
Do not clean the receiver with alcohol or liquids containing ammonia. If necessary, clean it with
a soft, lint-free cloth wetted with a gentle solution of water and soap.
•Do not connect any cables when the mains plug is in the socket.
•Check the condition of your cables. Damaged cables may cause a fire.
•Please disconnect the receiver from the mains before connecting any cables.
DOWNLOADABLE SOFTWARE
Ferguson has taken every effort to provide users with software updates in order to ensure that
the parameters of the satellite television receiver are up to date. Ferguson reserves itself the
right to amend, change or modify the software used in the satellite television receiver as it
shall choose and without prior notification. The latest version of the software is available on the
website
http://www.ferguson-digital.eu
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ABOUT THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Ferguson Sp. z o.o. has made every effort to provide the most current information about its
products. Ferguson Sp. z o.o. does not grant any guarantee as to the contents of the present
instruction manual and disclaims any implied guarantees concerning market value or suitability
for specific purposes. The information contained herein is an instruction intended to enable the
correct usage and maintenance of the receiver.
Ferguson Sp. z o.o. reserves itself the right to introduce amendments, changes or translations
of the instruction manual without prior notification thereof. For this reason, we recommend you
regularly visit our website in order to obtain the latest information.
MARKINGS AND SIGNS APPLIED TO THE RECEIVER
Digital signal transmission logo.
This logo informs that the receiver
conforms to the Digital Video
Broadcasting standards.
Risk of electric shock - do not open.
This notice warns the user not to open
the receiver housing. The housing may
be opened solely by authorized service
technicians.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin
symbol is attached to a product it
means that the product is covered by
the European Directive 2002/96/EC.
Please inform yourself about the local
separate collection system for electrical
and electronic products.
Please act according to your local rules
and do not dispose of your old products
with your normal household waste.
Correct disposal of your old product
helps to prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and
human health.
Your product contains batteries covered
by the European Directive 2006/66/EC,
which cannot be disposed with normal
household waste. Please inform yourself
about the local rules on separate
collection of batteries because correct
disposal helps to prevent negative
consequences for the environmental
and human health.
Your product is designed and
manufactured with high quality
materials and components, which can
be recycled and reused.
RED
CE logo.
The logo informs that the receiver
conforms to the terms and conditions of
Directive 2004/108/EC concerning
observance by Member States of provisions
regulating electromagnetic compatibility,
and to the terms and conditions of
Directives 2006/95/EC concerning
observance by Member States of provisions
regulating low voltage electricity and safety
with relation to the handling and operation
of electrical equipment.
Hereby Ferguson Sp. z o.o., declares
that the device is in compliance with
the essential requirements and other
relevant provisions of Directive
2014/53/UE. You can find the Declaration
of Conformity on
www.declarations.ferguson.pl
This product has been designed, tested
and
manufactured according the European RED
directive 2014/53/UE (RED).
Double insulation logo.
This logo informs that the receiver is an
electrically safe device, provided that it is
used in accordance with the
recommendations set forward in the
chapter concerning safety.
Hot surface mark
CAUTION: HOT SURFACE. DO NOT TOUCH.
The top surface over the internal heat sink
may become hot when operating this
product continuously. Do not touch hot
areas, especially around the “Hot surface
mark” and the top panel.
When this logo is attached to a product, it
means a financial contribution has been
paid to the associated national recovery
and recycling system.
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BASIC INFORMATION ABOUT THE RECEIVER
1. Main features
✔Reception of high definition channels
✔Scaling of PAL signals to a resolution of 720p or 1080p
✔Availability of programmable timers
✔Separate lists of favourite, TV and Radio channels
✔Compatible with DVB-S/S2, DVB-T/T2 and DVB-C systems (depending on model)
✔Card reader for pay-per-view television
✔Common Interface (depending on model)
2. Contents of box
Unpack the receiver and check whether all of the following elements are present
✔1 x remote control unit
✔1 x instruction manual
✔1 x receiver
✔1 x power adapter
3. Important instructions concerning handling of the receiver
The screen menu (OSD) simplifies operation of the receiver and has made it possible to reduce
the number of keys on the remote control. All of the functions are displayed on the screen and
may be controlled by means of a small number of keys. Common functions have been
connected in one "MENU". The selected function is coloured. Depending on the selected option,
various "function keys" are displayed: red, yellow, green, blue and white in the form of
graphics and descriptions. The colours represent various functions in individual "Menus". The
selected function is activated by pressing a key on the remote control unit. The so-called
function keys are active only when in the appropriate field there is information about it. The
user interface makes it possible to navigate within a menu and between functions in a number
of different ways. Certain buttons on the remote control allow direct access to functions. The
buttons are multi-functional, i.e. their functions depend on previously activated elements.
NOTE:
Please keep in mind that new software may change the functionality of the receiver.
Photographs and descriptions included in the instruction manual are for informational
purposes only. If you should notice an error, please report it - we shall make every
effort to have it rectified.
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4. Remote control
Due to the standardization of Ferguson equipment, the majority of these devices use the same
remote control unit RCU540. This means that not all keys are used by this equipment model!
Turns the receiver on and sets it in standby mode.
Switches the sound on and off.
backReturns to the previous submenu, or exits the menu.
guideDisplays the electronic programme guide.
menu Displays the main menu on-screen.
F1Switching between the list of television and radio programmes.
F2Changes the active satellite for the channel list.
F3Used to switch between the resolution selected in the menu and the
F4Returns to the previously displayed channel.
pvrDisplays the USB menu, if a USB memory device has been
favDisplays a selection of favorite channel lists.
Returns to the previously displayed channel.
default resolution of 576i. Allows the user to restore proper
functioning of the receiver following the selection of a resolution not
supported by the television.
connected.
Used to change the volume level (lower, higher).
Switches to the next or previous channel.
infoDisplays information about the current programme.
textSwitches on the teletext on-screen, if this is available.
audioSwitching between soundtrack versions, if these are available.
subSwitches the on-screen captions on and off, if these are available.
findA quick search for channels according to successive name letters.
editNot used.
ratioChange the aspect ratio of 16:9, 4:3, etc..
Buttons used to operate the recording, playback and time shift
mode functions.
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4.1 Installation of batteries
Remove the cover of the battery compartment on the rear panel of the remote control unit;
slide it downwards and put it aside. Insert two AAA (R03) batteries into the compartment,
observing the indicated polarity. Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries ofdifferent types. Replace the battery compartment cover. Slide it upwards until it locks in
place.
5. Front panel
*illustrative photo
254/255/25
5 S Combo
POWER
54104154Combo204
OK-
MENU-
BACK-
-
CA -1111
CI---11
CA: Socket for a subscriber's card – always insert with the chip facing down!
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5.1. CAM module and subscriber's card
Inserting the module and subscriber's card
The conditional access module resembles a PC card (known as the PCMCIA) for laptop
computers. There are different types of CI modules, suitable for various encoding systems.
1. First, turn off the receiver.
2. Insert the subscriber's card into the conditional access
module.
3. Open the tab on the front panel and insert the CI CAM
module, forcing it home into the socket on the right side of
the front panel. If you want to remove the CAM module, press
the black button next to the CAM socket.
4. After correctly inserting the module, turn on the receiver.
From now on you will be able to watch coded television
channels available through this module and card.
Note: Check whether the subscriber's card has been correctly
inserted into the module. Incorrect insertion of the card may
cause damage to the conditional access module.
Warning: Do not attempt to remove or insert the module
and/or card when the receiver is turned on!!!
6. Rear panel
Depending on your receiver has inputs / outputs as shown below:
54104154Combo204
LNB IN
LNB-OUT--
ANT IN--
LOOP-OUT--
HDMI
LAN-
-
-
254/255C
ombo
Combo S
USB222222
SCART-
SPDIF
RS232--
255
-
-
-
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7. Connecting the satellite antenna
In order to check the correctness of connection of external equipment, for example a satellite
antenna or converter, read the installation manual or hire a professional technician!
Good reception is conditional on the precise placement of the antenna. Even the best antenna
will cause reception problems if it is incorrectly adjusted. Even slight placement errors may
render reception impossible or considerably impair image/sound quality. Before installation
make sure that the location is suitable. The proper direction may be initially determined by
making a comparison with other antennas. There should be no objects directly in front of the
antenna, for these may block the signal from reaching the bowl! Once you select an optimal
location for the antenna, fix and adjust it initially, and then proceed to a precise adjustment.
Each antenna is fitted with regulating screws that make it possible to correct its vertical and
horizontal placement.
Adjusting is somewhat more difficult in the case of digital tuners. You cannot perform
adjustments on the basis of the image, because this appears with a certain delay. What is
more, the indicators available in the settings menu also act with a delay, and therefore
adjustment may take considerable time and be very imprecise. An antenna signal meter will be
indispensable for setting up the antenna. The meter must be connected to the antenna cable
between the converter and the receiver. This will confirm the presence of a voltage that
switches the converter from the tuner and show the signal strength for individual satellites. We
strongly recommend hiring a professional technician!
7.1 Connecting an antenna system with a positioner
USALS type positioners manufactured by Stab will guarantee the correct operation of your
Ferguson receiver. In order to connect an antenna system to a USALS positioner, you should
connect the positioner out to the LNB IN of the Ferguson receiver. The role of the positioner
installed between the mast and the antenna is to turn the bowl in such a way as to ensure that
it is directed to various satellite positions.
The USALS function considerably simplifies configuration of the antenna. The
Ferguson receiver requires that you enter the geographical coordinates of the
antenna in order to automatically calculate the angle of revolution of the
motor for individual satellites. The receiver activates the positioner
automatically and turns the antenna to the selected satellite. When a signal
is locked on, you should precisely adjust the antenna's elevation and
azimuth settings in order to optimise signal reception. When correcting the
azimuth, the entire antenna assembly and positioner revolve with respect to the mast. If
initially the antenna was not directed precisely south, you can correct this now. When you have
finished with the first satellite, all other satellites will be remembered automatically, provided
that you have introduced their satellite position values correctly.
Without the USALS function, programming of the system is much more difficult. To this end
you should use the DiSEqC 1.2 function, which turns the antenna to the selected satellite in a
nearly identical manner. Since, however, it does not take into consideration the local
geographical coordinates, the movement is effected on the basis of the prime meridian and the
equator. Therefore it is necessary to introduce corrections separately for each satellite. Due to
these difficulties, manufacturers of DiSEqC 1.2 positioners frequently provide useful software
on their websites, using which you can easily calculate the location of the satellite.
8. Connecting the terrestrial antenna (Combo models only)
There are no special antennas for DVB-T. For collection of digital television, the same antennas
as analog TV reception. There is no need to change the antenna system. It is worth to check
the quality and condition of the plant, which has so far been used for analog TV reception.
Reception problems can be weathered with old antenna systems, or grid antennas. It is
recommended to use directional antennas with signal amplifier, depending on the particular
situation you may also establish impedance transformer. Indoor antenna may be used only in
areas with high signal intensity.
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9. Connecting the receiver
The following illustrations show cable connections for a television and other devices connected
with the receiver. If you require any assistance in connecting individual devices, contact your
local technician. Before connecting or altering cabling, disconnect the receiver from the
mains !!!
Note: Availability and type of connection depends on your receiver model! Not all of the
connections are applicable for your receiver!
9.1 Connection by means of an HDMI cable (recommended)
1. Connect the antenna to the LNB IN socket of the receiver.
2. Connect the HDMI to the receiver out and the television in.
Connection by means of an HDMI cable allows you to obtain the highest image quality.
If you have an amplifier with an HDMI out and in, which supports sound sent over
HDMI, connect the devices by two HDMI cables. As in the following figure: one cable to
the amplifier, and the other from the amplifier to the television set.
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9.2 Connection by means of SCART cables
1. Connect the antenna to the LBN IN socket of the receiver.
2.Connect the television to the port in accordance with the description. We recommend
using shielded SCART cables.
9.3 Connection of an external memory
1. The receiver supports all types of hard disk drives in housings that are equipped with an
independent power supply. The sole condition is that the hard disk has to have a single
basic partition that is formatted in the NTSF (recommended) or FAT32 system.
2.We recommend that you regularly archive data on your PC computer. A large number of
files with recordings may slow down cooperation with the receiver (slow loading of the file
list).
WiFi is supported only when plugged into the USB port is free WiFi USB adapter based
on Ralink chipset Rt5370. Available as a separate accessory.
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9.4 Connection of another receiver
Another receiver may be connected through the LNB OUT socket. Please keep in mind,
however, that only one device may be used at one time! Permanent damage may result if both
are turned on simultaneously.
NOTE: LOOP OUT in all Combo receivers is the only signal loop-through. This is not a
modulator, so the receiver will not let go of the image decoding (DVB-T and USB) in the
form of an analog signal on this connector.
9.5 Connection to the LAN local network
In order to connect the receiver to a local network, use an RJ45 cable. We recommend that
you restart the receiver whenever the network settings are changed.
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9.6 Connection to the computer by means of an RS232 Null Modem cable
For connection to a computer, use a Null Modem cable.
FIRST STEPS
1. Insert the plug of the receiver and other additional devices to a wall socket.
2. Select AV signal source of your television set.
3. The satellite receiver is supplied with reinstalled television channels. In order to watch other,
i.e. non-default channels, you should use channel search function.
Note: check all of the connections, i.e. antenna cables, audio and video signal cables,
before connecting the receiver to the mains!
INFORMATION ABOUT THE USER MENU
The user interface allows you to use numerous settings and receiver functions. Some buttons
on the remote control unit enable direct access to functions of the device. Certain of these
buttons have been described, for example Guide, MENU, OK, or coloured for ease of usage.
Other buttons are multi-functional and their operation depends on the type of device selected
by the user. Hereunder we have presented a brief description of how to use certain device
functions available through the user menu.
1. The up/down arrow keys on the remote control are used to move the cursor up and down on
the menu.
2. The left/right arrow keys on the remote control are used to move the cursor left and right,
and to switch on submenus
3. The OK button is used to enter submenus.
4. The BACK button is used to exit menus or functions.
5. When using a submenu, the OK button is used to confirm your selection; a green
background informs that a function is active.
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10. Main menu
Press the MENU button on the remote control in order to display the following main menu,
which contains six items:
1. editing channel lists
2. installation
3. system settings
4. tools
5. entertainment
6. recording settings
11. Installation
The installation menu is used to set antenna installation parameters and to search for channels
on a satellite.
11.1 Antenna connection
Select one of the two available options, depending on your system. Two options are available:
a fixed antenna (a typical system with a single converter) and an antenna with a positioner. If
you have a Combo model is also possible to change the settings on the other head. It can work
in terrestrial mode (default) or digital cable. The possibility have only models 154Combo and
254Combo.
11.2 Satellite list
In this menu select the satellites that you want to use. Select a satellite by pressing the
up/down arrow keys. Mark by pressing OK. Each selected satellite will be accompanied by the
symbol. The remaining menu options will be available only for selected satellites.
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11.3 Antenna setup
This menu is used to set detailed operating parameters for previously selected satellites,
depending on your antenna system. Select a satellite by pressing the left/right arrow keys.
Only satellites marked on the list of satellites will be available. Now select the converter type
(usually, you do not have to change this option and may leave it set to "universal"). Next, if
you have a switch for more than one satellite, set the required port. Depending on the type of
switch, these will be options for DiSEqC 1.0 or DiSEqC 1.1 (do not activate these two options
simultaneously).
The correct setting of the antenna is indicated by bars presenting the strength and quality of
the signal. Both should indicate more than 80% for channel reception to be free of interference.
In order to check the strength and quality settings, use the "transponder" option in order to
alter the frequency and verify whether each V and H polarization is operative.
Confirm the settings by pressing BACK.
If as the antenna connection you have selected: antenna with positioner, the antenna settings
menu will have a different appearance. Two operating standards will be available for the
positioner: USALS or DiSEqC 1.2. We recommend using USALS positioners, for which only the
correct longitude and latitude must be given.
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11.4 Single satellite search
In this menu you can search for channels from one selected satellite. To this end, select a
satellite by pressing the left/right arrow keys. Only satellites marked on the list of satellites will
be available. Next, select whether you want to search only for free to air channels or for all
channels, or for radio channels, television channels, or all channels.
Three search modes are available:
1. Auto scan – a so-called blind scan, which consists in an automatic search for available
satellite frequencies, which are then scanned in turn.
2. Preset scan – according to the TP list – the receiver searches through only frequency by
frequency, in accordance with a list recorded for the selected satellite. This list may be
edited in a separate menu.
3. FastScan - receiver scans the channels of the selected provider bucket. You can add
channels to an existing list or replace an existing list. Please note that the search result
and working of this function depends solely on the provider.
11.5 Multi satellite search
In this menu you can search for channels from a few satellites. The satellites will be searched
automatically one after another in the order in which they were entered in the list of satellites.
Options concerning settings and search functions are the same as in the menu: search one
satellite. The names of satellites that are to be searched are visible in the lower part of the
window.
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11.6 List of transponders
Channels on satellites are located in "sets". Such a "set" of channels comprises a transponder.
A list of transponders is a list of frequencies available on a given satellite. In this menu you can
edit, add and remove individual frequencies. Select a satellite by pressing the left/right arrow
keys, and the desired frequency using the up/down arrow keys.
How do I search for a new channel?
In order to search for a new channel, you must know the basic channel parameter, i.e. the
frequency on which it is broadcast. This parameter may be obtained from the broadcaster, on
the internet, in the press, etc.
Next proceed to the list of transponders, select a satellite and choose the desired frequency (if
it is not on the list, use the function: add – green button on the remote control unit). Now click
OK for the selected frequency or the blue button on the remote control, in order to call out the
window for searching this frequency. Use the up/down buttons to change search options and
confirm by means of the OK button. A search will be started. Newly found channels from this
frequency will be added at the end of the list of channels.
In this menu, you can search for channels automatically - the receiver searches only frequency
by frequency according to the saved list of DVB-T. This list can not be edited in a separate
menu.
11.8 Terrestrial Manual Scan (Combo models only)
There are two search options manually. Choose the right depending on whether we know the
channel or frequency with which it is assigned a channel search.
11.9 Aerial Adjustment (Combo models only)
In this menu, set the detailed parameters of the terrestrial antenna. By setting or fixing the
antenna you should remember that the signal bars appear with a delay!
The correct setting of the antenna is indicated by bars presenting the strength and quality of
the signal. Both should indicate more than 80% for channel reception to be free of interference.
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11.10 Cable TV (only for models 153 Combo and 253Combo)
To access the cable (dvb-c) change the settings of LNB2. Note including cable tuner disable
access to terrestrial television. It is impossible to simultaneously handle both standards.
Automatically search Cable TV
In this menu, you can search for channels automatically – the receiver searches only frequency
by frequency in accordance with the DVB-C standard. Frequency list can not be edited in a
separate menu.
Manual search Cable TV
There are two search options manually. Choose the right depending on whether we know the
channel if we know the frequency with which it is assigned a channel search.
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12. System settings
12.1 Language
This menu is used to define the language in which the receiver's menu is displayed. The
preferred and second language options refer to audio soundtracks. If a given channel supports
more than one audio soundtrack, the receiver will by default search for soundtracks in the
selected languages in this order. The language of subtitled – as in the case of audio
soundtracks, this determines the language of subtitles to be used, provided that such subtitles
are available and active. Teletext - defines the character coding page for the teletext.
12.2 TV System
This menu is used to set the image parameters. Above all, you should determine the resolution
of the image sent over the HDMI connection. Select the highest possible resolution supported
by your HD television set in order to obtain the best image quality. The following resolutions
are available: 480i, 480p, 576i, 576p, 720p (50Hz), 720p (60Hz), 1080i (50Hz), 1080i
(60Hz), 1080p (50Hz), 1080p (60Hz). If you select an unsupported resolution, your image
will be lost or become illegible – you can always use the F3 key to return to the basic
resolution, i.e. 576i.
If you are using a component cable connection, then for the majority of television sets we
recommend a resolution of 720p (50Hz) or 720p (60Hz), depending on your television set,
and the YUV video out. Note: if you change the video out to RGB, no video signal will be
output over the component connection!
If you are using a SCART connection, then for the majority of older television sets we
recommend setting the video out to YUV. If your television supports RGB, then activate this
option in order to obtain better image quality over the SCART connection.
Additionally, in this menu you can choose the format in which the receiver will send sound over
the digital connections. We recommend using LPCM in order to also receive a stereophonic
signal over the digital connections.
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12.3 Display setting
This menu is used to adjust the image displayed by the receiver. You can change the
brightness, contrast and colour saturation. By default, all of these values are set to 50.
12.4 Local time settings
This menu is used to set the time and date. The receiver can automatically download the time
and date from the satellite (recommended), or you may set the time and date manually. If you
are using GMT, you should select the correct time shift value (for example +1 hour for Poland)
and turn on or off the summer time, depending on the time of year. The manual editing of the
time and date is effected by means of the numerical buttons.
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12.5 Parental lock
In this menu you may specify whether the receiver is to use a parental block or not. In
addition, you can turn on or off the password protection function for selected menu options
and change the default password. The default password is four zeros: 0000.
12.6 OSD settings
In this menu you can define the basic parameters of the on-screen menu (OSD). The first
option concerns support for the subtitles. If the subtitles are turned on, the receiver will
display them for channels that transmit such subtitles. By default, they are displayed in the
language specified in the language selection menu for the subtitles. Another option determines
the time for which information bars will be displayed; the default setting is 5 seconds. In
addition, you can specify the transparency of the menu to suit your preference.
12.7 Startup channel
In this menu you can specify the television or radio channel to which the receiver will be
switched on. This function is switched off by default, and this means that the receiver will
switch to the channel on which it was turned off.
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12.8 Other
In this menu you can change the remaining options, such as the power supply of the tuners,
select the types of channels played, and how the receiver is to behave when switching
channels.
Clock In Standbyenables or disables the clock on the front panel display in standby mode.
Note: only if the clock in standby mode is off the receiver draws less than 1W of
energy!!!
Radio Equalizerenables or disables the audio graphic equalizer display while listening to
radio stations.
Auto Standbyrun this option will automatically turn off the receiver after 3 hours of
inactivity.
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13. Tools
13.1 Information
In this menu you can obtain detailed information about your software version. The software
structure is divided into a number of independent databases. The most important of these from
the point of view of the user is the userdb, which archives current settings and channel lists.
The receiver's software version is a symbol placed next to maincode.
13.2 Factory settings
In this menu you can restore the default settings of the receiver.
Note: Restoration of default settings results in the removal of all user settings and the
recall of a default channel list; in some cases, no channel list will be available. All
changes introduced by the user, including the channel list and configuration of
satellite antenna settings, will be removed!!!
13.3 Updating by RS232
This menu allows you to send software, settings or channel
lists from one receiver to another receiver of the same type.
Connect the receivers using an RS232 Null Modem cable.
Select allcode in order to send all of the software, or
userdb to send only current settings and the channel list.
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13.4 Conditional access
In this menu you can obtain additional information about the subscriber's card in the card
reader. The information presented depends on the type and version of your card.
13.5 Upgrade by USB
This menu is used to update the receiver. The latest software is available on the manufacturer's
website. The downloaded file needs to be unpacked and recorded to an external USB memory
device. Next, select it by means of the LEFT/RIGHT buttons and press start in order to
commence the update.
13.6 Local network settings
This menu serves to configure addresses and DNS servers. These options concern the Ethernet
port, which enables the exchange of data over the network.
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13.7 Upgrade by network
The receiver allows you to update software over the Internet. Detailed information about
current connection parameters can be found on the manufacturer's website.
13.8 Network DDNS Setting
A popular application of dynamic DNS is to provide a residential user's Internet gateway that
has a variable, often changing, IP address with a well known hostname resolvable through
standard DNS queries.
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14. Entertainment
The receiver allows access to certain network services and embedded games.
•Tetris (classic arranging of successive levels using blocks of various shapes).
•Othello (a logical game, which consists in the placement of your colour on a board and
changing your opponent's colour; the person whose colour dominates, wins).
•Sudoku (the game consists in completing diagrams with numbers from 1 to 9 in such a
way that each column and each line contains each number from 1 to 9).
The availability of these services depends on their suppliers. The manufacturer is not
responsible for any lack of access to additional functionality.
15. PVR – recording configuration
15.1 Storage info
This menu displays basic information about the connected USB memory device. An additional
option allows you to format the memory device. Press the yellow button in order to select the
file system in which the device is to be formatted. Two options are available: FAT and NTFS.
Both file systems are supported correctly, however due to the lack of limitations regarding the
size of written files and greater reliability, we recommend using the NTFS system.
DVRSet - to set the partition to be used for recording.
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15.2 DVR configuration
In this menu you can adapt preferences concerning recording to an external USB memory
device. In the first option you decide whether you want to use the time shift option. This mode
makes it possible to stop the current transmission at any moment by pressing the PAUSE
button and resume it after a break by pressing the PLAY button.
Another option allows you to switch on or off the buffering of data gathered by the TimeShift
function. This means that once you press the REC button, the contents of the buffer will be
recorded and the recording shall be continued. This option is inactive by default, which means
that once you press the REC button, the receiver will start recording from that moment on.
In this menu you can also determine the type of recorded files. All data are recorded in TS
(transport stream) format or in an abbreviated version, with only the default sound and video
in PS (program stream) format. We recommend using the TS format, which records the audio
soundtracks, video, subtitles and teletext.
The “Jump” option concerns the playback of recordings. It defines the time of rapid movement
by means of they
Duration – the default duration of the manual recording.
After the Timer Record – the behavior of the receiver after recording a scheduled event.
Recordings are automatically split the recording and combined automatically during playback.
The "TS file size" specifies the amount of data, after which the recording is split.
15.3 Timer settings
This menu serves to programme up to 32 different events. Events enable the automatic
switching on and off of the receiver to a previously planned programme.
/ forward/back keys, respectively, during playback.
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Select the event that you want to programme and press OK. Set the timer activation frequency.
Select the channel (press OK to display the simplified channel list). Next set the date, start
time and duration. Select ‘record’ to return to the events list. A new item has been added.
15.4 Media Player
The receiver is equipped with a simple multimedia player. You can use it to listen to music,
watch photographs and films, and - first and foremost - play back recordings. The player is
available through a menu option or directly, by pressing the PVR button.
Music
Photos
In this tab you can support a number of popular formats of
music files, such as MP3, FLAC or OGG. There are a few
additional functions that can be operated by means of the
functional keys described in the lower part of the screen.
In this tab, you can view photographs in JPEG, BMP
format. There are a few additional functions that can be
operated by means of the functional keys described in the
lower part of the screen.
When viewing photographs, you may listen to music. To this end, activate the playback
of music files and pass to the photograph tab using the LEFT/RIGHT buttons.
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Video
In this tab, you can play back movie files. Also high
resolution files can also be played back.
Recognized multimedia file extensions are listed below.
Not all files with those extensions are playable - some files
may include not supported codecs and/or settings.
DVR (default record format)
|
|-> video codec supported in containers: mpeg2, XVID, H.264 (up to 8 RF)
|-> audio codec supported in containers: MP3, AC3
C A U T I O N !!!
•Playback of some files may fail or be incorrect.
•Copy protected content is not playable.
•Playback may suffer temporary interruptions (image freeze, faster/slower playback,
etc) when the audio language (audio track) is changed.
•A damaged movie file may not be played correctly.
•Videos with resolution higher than 1920x1080@25/30P or 1280x720@50/60P may
not work properly.
•We do not guarantee smooth playback of movies encoded in profiles level 4.1 or
higher in H.264.
•Playback of movie files with video bitrate over 30 Mbps may be incorrect.
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Recordings
This tab is used to play back recordings made using the
receiver. Each recording may be blocked by a password,
deleted, or its name changed.
Options available during playback (subtitles, teletext,
audio soundtracks) depend on the selected recording
format!!!
During playback, press the INFO button in order to display the information bar. There are a few
different methods of quick viewing/scrolling a recording:
1. Use the Fast forward and Rewind buttons to navigate within a current recording and press
the PLAY button in order to start viewing from a selected moment.
2. You can set the red cursor by means of the LEFT/RIGHT buttons and confirm with OK in
order to start viewing from a selected moment.
3. Another method consists in moving by means of the
number of minutes defined in the DVR configuration menu. Keep in mind that this function is
available only when the time of the recording exceeds the selected scroll time.
4. Another option of quick scrolling a recording is based on usage of the numerical keys. This
results in scrolling in accordance with the value applied, i.e. 4 in order to pass to 40% of the
recording, 5 in order to pass to 50% of the recording, etc.
15.5 Safe removal of a USB device
This function allows you to rapidly and, what is most important, safely remove any USB
memory device connected to the receiver. In the case of flash memories or portable disks, this
prevents the loss of data when disconnecting the USB memory device. Always use this option
before disconnecting a USB memory device!
/ keys. Scrolling is effected by the
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16. Edit channels
16.1 TV channels list
In this menu you can edit the list of television channels. Editing is effected by means of the
coloured buttons on the remote control unit. The raised colour function is active – select OK on
the selected channel in order to use it. BACK, in order to save.
How do I move a channel?
Proceed to the editing of channel lists. Select a channel and press OK in order to see a preview
in a small window. Press the yellow button in order to turn on the channel movement function
and then once again press OK on the selected channel (you can select multiple channels). A
symbol comprising two arrows will appear next to the channel name.
Press [Yellow] button and use the up / down arrows move the cursor to the desired position.
Press OK to confirm the move. Next press the yellow button again in order to switch off the
channel movement function.
Once you are finished, press BACK. A message will appear
asking you to confirm the changes made. If you fail to do
this, changes in the channel list will not be saved.
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How do I delete a channel?
Proceed to the editing of channel lists. Select a channel and press OK in order to see a preview
in a small window. Press the blue button in order to pass to the channel edition menu. Press
the blue button in order to switch on the channel delete function and OK on the channel that
you want to remove. The symbol X will appear next to the channel name.
Next press the blue button again in order to switch off the channel delete function. In this way
you can mark one or more channels that you want to delete with the X symbol. Once you are
finished, press BACK. A message will appear asking you to confirm the changes made. If you
do not do this, the channel(s) will not be deleted.
How do I add to the group of favourites?
Proceed to the editing of channel lists. Select a channel and press OK in order to see a preview
in a small window. Press the FAV button in order to switch on the add-to-favourite-groups
function. A window will appear with a list of favourite groups (names of favourite groups are
changed in a separate menu).
Use the up/down arrows to select the group to which the selected channel is to be added. Next
press OK to confirm. Select a channel and press OK on this channel in order to add it to the
group. The heart symbol, , will appear next to the channel name.
Once you are finished, press FAV in order to switch off the
add-to-favourite-groups function.
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Having completed the addition of channels to successive
favourite groups, press BACK. A message will appear
asking you to confirm the changes made. If you fail to do it,
the changes made will not be saved!
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How do I change a channel name?
Proceed to the editing of channel lists. Select a channel and press OK in order to see a preview
in a small window. Press the blue button in order to pass to the channel edition menu. Press
the green button in order to switch on the channel name change function. Use the numerical
keyboard in order to change the channel name.
Confirm the new name by pressing the yellow button. Next press the green button again to
switch off the channel name change function. In this way you can change the name of one or
more channels. Once you are finished, press BACK. A message will appear asking you to
confirm the changes made. If you fail to do it, the changes made will not be saved!
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16.2 Radio channel list
In this menu you can edit the list of radio channels. Editing is effected by means of the
coloured buttons on the remote control unit. The raised colour function is active - select OK on
the selected channel in order to use it. BACK, in order to save.
16.3 Delete all
This option allows you to remove all channels from the
channel list. Note: This operation cannot be reversed! Make
sure that you are certain that you want to remove all of the
channels?
Having selected this option, you should wait a while for all
of the options available for the channel list to be highlighted
as unavailable.
16.4 Favorite
The receiver allows you to define up to 32 different groups of favourite channels. In this menu
you can change the names of all of them.
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In order to change a name, select the favourites group and press OK. Next use the numerical
and coloured buttons to input the name. Confirm the changes by pressing the yellow button on
the remote control.
17. Basic functions supported by the remote control
17.1 Guide
This function displays a programme guide. The contents of
current, future and detailed information depend on what a
given station broadcasts.
17.2 FIND
Having selected a programme, you can use the timer
function (green button) to automatically plan the viewing or
recording of a given programme.
Select the desired programme and press info in order to
view detailed information about the programme. Keep in
mind that the availability of the said information depends on
what a given television station is broadcasting.
The FIND button calls up the quick channel search function.
Enter successive letters by choosing them one by one. The
results list is updated after each successive letter is added.
Press the blue button in order to proceed to the list
containing results of the search procedure and select the
desired channel.
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17.3 TXT - teletext
17.4 AUDIO
recorded soundtrack.
This function displays the teletext, provided that it is
broadcast by the selected television station. Keep in mind
that the correct code page (diacritical marks) is displayed
depending on the language settings made in the language
settings menu!
The green audio button displays a window with available
audio soundtracks. You can select any of the broadcast
soundtracks. Please keep in mind, however, that audio
soundtracks with AC3 surround sound may be played back
solely through an amplituner connected to the digital audio
out – Coaxial or Optical.
This function is also available when playing back a
recording, provided that the material was recorded in TS
format. Audio soundtracks other than those recorded by
default will be available during playback only if they are not
scrambled or scrambled in the same way as the default
Option [level] can adjust the volume of the channel. This option works independently for each
channel.
17.5 SUBTITLE
The yellow button displays a window with available onscreen captions /subtitles. You can select any of the
broadcast subtitles. If subtitles for a given language have
been activated in the menu, these will be marked as default
on the list. You can, however, select any of the broadcast
subtitles. Keep in mind that the availability of subtitles and
the way in which they are displayed depends on the
broadcaster!
This function is also available when playing back a
recording, provided that the material was recorded in TS
format.
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17.6 REC - recording
This function is available only when an external USB memory device is correctly connected!!!
1. Select a channel and press the REC ● button. The
present channel will now be recorded.
2. If you press the REC button again, a list of options will
be displayed, where you can determine the duration of the
recording (by default, this is 2 hours).
3. The information bar indicates which programme you are
recording and viewing.
4. In order to terminate recording, press the STOP button
and confirm your decision.
Keep in mind that during recording, the information bar may be hidden by means of the
BACK button. In order to restore the bar, press REC again.
Browsing through a recording – during recording.
1. The contents of a recording are available for browsing in the course of recording.
2. Use the Fast forward and Rewind buttons to navigate within a current recording and press
the PLAY button in order to start viewing from a selected moment.
3. You can set the red cursor by means of the LEFT/RIGHT buttons and confirm with OK in
order to start viewing from a selected moment.
4. Another method consists in moving by means of the
number of minutes defined in the DVR configuration menu. Keep in mind that this function is
available only when the time of the recording exceeds the selected scroll time.
5. Another option of quick scrolling a recording is based on usage of the numerical keys. This
results in scrolling in accordance with the value applied, i.e. 4 in order to pass to 40% of the
recording, 5 in order to pass to 50% of the recording, etc.
/ keys. Scrolling is effected by the
SEMI-TWIN TUNER
The receiver is equipped with a so-called SEMI-TWIN TUNER; during recording, this function
allows you to watch a different channel broadcast on the same frequency.
1. When recording a channel, press OK in order to display a list of channels available from
this transponder.
2. If the recorded channel is not scrambled (FTA) - select any other channel, which you
want to watch.
3. If the recorded channel is scrambled - select any other not scrambled (FTA) channel,
which you want to watch.
4. You can stop recording at any time by pressing the STOP button.
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17.7 PAUSE - time shift
This function is available only when an external USB memory device is correctly connected!!!
The time shift mode allows the user to control the television broadcast by "pausing" and then
resuming it from the same point. From the moment you switch on the time shift mode, the
Ferguson receiver will constantly record the signal from the satellite in a buffer. The buffer is
created automatically on the external USB memory device.
Pausing the television broadcast
1. Press PAUSE
2. The time elapsed bar will now be visible on the screen
3. Press the PLAY button in order to resume the television
broadcast. The Ferguson receiver continues to record the
television broadcast when viewing the previously broadcast
programme.
Keep in mind that during buffer playback, the information bar may be hidden by means of
the BACK button. In order to restore the bar, press PAUSE/PLAY again.
Scrolling the contents of the time shift buffer (playback of an earlier television
broadcast)
1. Switch on the time shift mode by pressing PAUSE.
2. The contents of the time shift buffer can now be scrolled
through.
3. Use the Fast forward and Rewind buttons to navigate
through the time shift buffer and press PLAY in order to
start playback.
4. You can set the red marker by means of the LEFT/RIGHT
buttons and confirm with OK in order to start playback from
a selected moment.
5. Another method consists in moving by means of the
keys. Scrolling is effected by the number of minutes defined in the DVR configuration menu.
Keep in mind that this function is available only when the buffer time exceeds the selected
scroll time.
/
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Recording the time shift buffer
1. This option is available only if previously switched on
in the receiver's menu.
2. Switch on the time shift mode by pressing PAUSE.
3. Press REC in order to record the existing buffer and
continue recording the channel.
4. Perform further operations in accordance with
description given for the recording function.
5. It is also possible to view the contents of the current
recording as above.
Switching off the time shift mode
Switch off the time shift mode by means of the STOP button.
Keep in mind: when no external memory device is connected to the USB port, the PAUSE
button is used to temporarily pause the image, i.e. freeze-frame.
17.8 INFO
Pressing the INFO button will call up the information bar for
the current channel. This contains information about the
current and next programmes (if such information is made
available by the broadcaster)
If you press it twice, the receiver will display detailed
information about the current and next programme –
provided that such information is made available by the
broadcaster (select by pressing the LEFT/RIGHT buttons)
If you press it three times, the receiver will display
complete weekly information the program – provided that
such information is made available by the broadcaster.
17.9 FAV – favourites
If you press the FAV button, the receiver will display a
window with groups of favourites (provided that the user
has created such groups).
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ATTACHMENT A - GLOSSARY OF TERMS
CA - Conditional Access – a coding system used in order to protect transmitted data against
unauthorised access. Access to protected channels is available only to subscribers.
CAM - Conditional Access Module – an electronic device, usually fitted with card slots, that
allows access to coded pay-per-view channels on a receiver equipped with a CI socket.
CI - Common Interface – CI sockets of digital receivers are used for the installation of CAM
conditional access modules, and thus allow you to view coded pay-per-view channels through
these modules.
DVB-S the Digital Video Broadcasting standard that defines modulation and error correction in
satellite transmissions. In DVB-S, both the MCPC and SCPC modes can be used by the
operator to transmit channels. MPEG-2 is used as the transport stream.
Guide - Electronic Programme Guide – a service that displays detailed information about
current and future programmes on the television screen.
FTA - Free-to-air – uuencoded radio and television channels that may be received on any
television set.
LNB - low-noise block converter – a converter - it converts satellite signals, and then sends
them to the tuner through a coaxial cable. The basic parameters are: gain, noise factor and
power consumption.
MCPC - multiple channels per carrier – more than one signal (channel) is transmitted on a
given frequency (transponder). All of these channels comprise a single data stream, which is
transmitted on one frequency following modulation.
Monoblock – a device that comprises two converters and a DiSEqC switch in a single housing,
which receives signals from two satellites on similar orbits.
Pay-TV – Pay-per-view digital television, to which only subscribers have access. The service is
provided by satellite, cable, over the ground or through the network.
SCPC - Single channel per carrier – only one signal (channel) is transmitted over a given
frequency (transponder).
STB - Set-top box – an electronic device connected to the television set, which processes the
signal received from the ground-based, cable or network satellite antenna. It enables the
playback of video and sound.
TP - Transponder – a type of wireless communication device (transmitter), which
automatically receives, modulates, strengthens and responds to a signal coming in real time
over a specific frequency. The term is derived from the words "transmitter" and "responder".
Usually, each transponder transmits numerous compressed digital channels.
DiSEqC - (Digital Satellite Equipment Control) a communication protocol, used between a
satellite receiver and equipment such as switches or positioners, which supports switching
between television signal sources and antenna control.
USALS – (Universal Satellites Automatic Location System) – a communication protocol
used between satellite receivers and positioners, which makes it possible to control the
positioner through the receiver. Used in connection with the DiSEqC 1.2 protocol.
Producer:Ferguson Sp. z o.o., ul. Dworska 1, 61-619 Poznań
Name:Ariva 54
Device type:Digital satellite TV receiver
The above-mentioned product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014
on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and
repealing Directive 1999/5/EC.
Full Declaration of Conformity for download at:
SIMPLIFIED DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Producer:Ferguson Sp. z o.o., ul. Dworska 1, 61-619 Poznań
Name:Ariva 104
Device type:Digital satellite TV receiver
The above-mentioned product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014
on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and
repealing Directive 1999/5/EC.
Full Declaration of Conformity for download at: https://ferguson-digital.eu/deklaracje-zgodnosci/
https://ferguson-digital.eu/deklaracje-zgodnosci/
SIMPLIFIED DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Producer:Ferguson Sp. z o.o., ul. Dworska 1, 61-619 Poznań
Name:Ariva 154 Combo
Device type:Digital terrestrial and satellite TV receiver
The above-mentioned product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014
on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and
repealing Directive 1999/5/EC.
Full Declaration of Conformity for download at:
SIMPLIFIED DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Producer:Ferguson Sp. z o.o., ul. Dworska 1, 61-619 Poznań
Name:Ariva 204
Device type:Digital satellite TV receiver
The above-mentioned product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014
on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and
repealing Directive 1999/5/EC.
Full Declaration of Conformity for download at: https://ferguson-digital.eu/deklaracje-zgodnosci/
https://ferguson-digital.eu/deklaracje-zgodnosci/
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SIMPLIFIED DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Producer:Ferguson Sp. z o.o., ul. Dworska 1, 61-619 Poznań
Name:Ariva 254 Combo
Device type:Digital terrestrial and satellite TV receiver
The above-mentioned product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014
on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and
repealing Directive 1999/5/EC.
Full Declaration of Conformity for download at:
SIMPLIFIED DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Producer:Ferguson Sp. z o.o., ul. Dworska 1, 61-619 Poznań
Name:Ariva 255 Combo
Device type:Digital terrestrial and satellite TV receiver
The above-mentioned product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014
on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and
repealing Directive 1999/5/EC.
Full Declaration of Conformity for download at: https://ferguson-digital.eu/deklaracje-zgodnosci/
https://ferguson-digital.eu/deklaracje-zgodnosci/
SIMPLIFIED DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Producer:Ferguson Sp. z o.o., ul. Dworska 1, 61-619 Poznań
Name:Ariva 255 Combo S
Device type:Digital terrestrial and satellite TV receiver
The above-mentioned product complies with Directive 2014/53/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 April 2014
on the harmonization of the laws of the Member States relating to the making available on the market of radio equipment and
repealing Directive 1999/5/EC.
Full Declaration of Conformity for download at:
https://ferguson-digital.eu/deklaracje-zgodnosci/
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