Goodmans GDB6 Operating Instruction

contents

In the box
AV Switching
Over Air Download
Wiring the plug
Safety Precautions
Your Digital Receiver
Remote control

1 Preparation

Connections
Switching on
Tuning in

2 Everyday Operation

Changing Channels
Channel List
Electronic Programme Guide (7-DAY-EPG)
Audio Control
Digital Teletext
Widescreen

3 Advanced Operation

Configuring Your Receiver
Editing The Channel List
Channel And Menu Protection
Favourite Channels
Programme Reminders And Timers
Re-installation

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Appendix A - Safety 34
Appendix B - Specification 35
Appendix C - Connecting A VCR 37
Appendix D - Troubleshooting Guide 39

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in the box

Inside your receiver package you should have:

This user guide
GDB 6 digital terrestrial television receiver
Remote control handset
Set of batteries for the handset
Loop through cable
SCART cable

GDB 6

AV SWITCHING

If after connecting the GDB 6 to your TV as shown and you do not see
a picture, press AV button on your TV remote until you see the “First Time Install”
screen.

OVER AIR DOWNLOAD

Over Air Download: To ensure that your digital receiver always has the most up to
date software . Please ensure that after use it is set to its standby mode. The
GDB 6 automatically powers up at 3AM each day and searches for any
new information which may be broadcast and will download this to your box
automatically. This operation will normally take approximately 30 seconds. But if
there is a new version of the software available, to download it will take about
20-30 minutes.

If you have an important recording to make at 3AM which must not have a 30 second
interrupt then you can disable the auto OAD search by performing the following:

1. Press Menu button and using the up / down buttons highlight CONFIG and press
the SELECT button,

2. Use the up and down buttons to highlight "RECEIVER UPGRADE"
and press SELECT button.

3. Using the left / right button change function from Enable to Disable.

4. Press SELECT button then MENU and MENU to return to Normal operation.
Do not forget to re enable the automatic OAD function after you have made your

recording by repeating the above instructions but this time selecting ENABLE.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Do not place the product where a piece of furniture or other heavy object could trap the power cord (mains lead).
Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging the cord and never touch the power cord
when your hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it
with other cords. The power cords should be routed in such a way that they are not likely to be stepped on. A
dam aged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord periodically to see if it is
dam aged. If it is damaged, please ask an approved Sharp service agent to replace it.

For your own safety read following instructions carefully before attempting to connect this device to the mains.
This unit is designed to operate on a 220V-240V AC, 50-60 Hz supply only. Connecting it to other power sources

may damage it. Ensure that the supply corresponds to the informationon the rating label on the bottom of the unit.
This component system may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the fuse in a non­rewireable plug, the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover becomes lost or damaged, the plug m ost not be
used until a replacement, available from the manufacturer, is obtained. It is important that the colour of the
replacement fuse cover corresponds with the colour marking on the base of the plug. If the plug needs to be
changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or it becomes damaged, it should be cut off and the fuse
removed immediately. Please dispose of the plug safely and out of reach from children. Under no circum stance
should the cut-off plug be inserted into a mains socket outlet due to high risk of electric shock. Then fit an
appropriate plug carefully following the wiring instructions shown below.

IM PORT ANT

The wires in the mains plug should be connected
as shown in the diagram .
The colours of the wires in the mains lead of the unit
may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug. Connect them
as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘N’ or
coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter ‘L’ or
coloured red.
There should be no connection to earth terminal of
your plug. If you use a 13 Am p (BS1363) plug, you will
need a 5 Amp fuse.

Ho w to repla ce the fuse

Open the fuse compartment with a blade screwdriver and replace the fuse. W hen replacing the fuse in the plug,
use ASTA or BSI approved 5 AMP fuse and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover. If the plug supplied with this equipment
has a detachable fuse cover, be sure attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without
the fuse cover.

If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact an electrical goods retailer.
If in doubt, consult a competent electrician how to replace the fuse

This symbol m eans that this unit is double insulated. An earth connection is not required.

CA UTIO N

To prevent electric shock, disconnect from the mains before rem oving cover. No user servicable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Disconnect from the mains supply before cleaning.

BLUE
(NEUTRAL)

BROWN
(LIVE)

FUSE

CORD GRIP
OUTER
SLEEVE

wiring the plug

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safety precautions

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Power Source

The unit should be operated only from a 220-240V~ 50-60 Hz outlet. Please do not
open the cover by yourself. There is high voltage in the set, which will endanger your
life. Please contact local service agent for help and advice. Repairs should be carried
out by a qualified technician only.

The apparatus is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the apparatus itself has been turned off.

If you are not going to use the apparatus for a long time, be sure to disconnect the
apparatus from the wall outlet.

Power Cord

Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord (mains lead), or
pinch the cord. Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by tugging
the cord and never touch the power cord when your hands are wet as this could
cause a short circuit or electric shock. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other
cords. The power cords should be routed in such a way that they are not likely to be
stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock.
Check the power cord once in a while. When you find it damaged, ask closest service
agent for help. When the AC power cord needs to be changed, it should be done at a
qualified service shop only.

Choice of Location

Please do not place the set in a place subject to direct sun light, excessive dust or
mechanical shock or in a location near heat sources.

The set should be placed on a solid and safe base. Do not place the apparatus on a
soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.

A location should not be selected such as a room with high humidity, as the
condensation, arising in the kitchen for example, may cause malfunction or damage
the set.

Heating or other thermal radiation under the set also may cause malfunction or
damage the set.

The hot air, which arises during the operation, should be ventilated with sufficient air
circulation. Please do not put the set into closed areas and do not cover it.

Please avoid the contact of the set with water or humidity. Do not put into operation
near bath, swimming pools.

Take care to provide a good air circulation. Place the apparatus in a location with
adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the apparatus.

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the apparatus and have
it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

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safety precautions

WARNING

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no

objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the

apparatus.

The mains plug or the appliance coupler is used as the

disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily

operable.

CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type.

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your digital receiver

Front

Rear

35018318

Free to view Digital Terrestrial Receiver

GDB6

ANTENNA

ANT. IN

IN

TV OUT

TV

sensor

SCART (TV) SCART (VCR/AUX)

TV

SCART

VCR

SCART

AUDIO L AUDIO R

AUDIO

FREE - TO - VIEW

AC IN

6

TV/DTV (3)

S

ta by

nd-

Numeric (7)

(1)

remote control handset

(2) Mute

Wide (15)

Prog up/ Prog down (10)

Vol up/Vol down (9)

Info/Help (16)

Page up/Red (11)

Up (5)

Left (5)

Page down/Green (12)

Back (18)

Subtitle (19)

(8) Guide

(4) Menu

(14) Blue

(6) Select

(5) Right

(5) Down

(13) Yellow

(17) Text

BACK

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remote control handset

REMOTE BUTTONS

Button

1 Standby

2 Mute

3 TV/DTV

4 Menu

5 Up, Down, Left, Right

6 Select

7 Number keys

8 Guide

9 V+, V-

10 P+, P-

11 Page Up/Red

12 Page Down/Green

13 Yellow

14 Blue

15 Wide

16 i

17 Text

18 Back

19 Subtitle

Function

Turn the receiver on and off
Silence received audio
Exit most menus to return to television viewing
Switch the TV set between analogue, digital TV and VCR
Display the Main Menu. Exits menus
Move between menu items
Make selection in a menu
Change channels
Enter PIN code
Enter numbers and letters into menus
Display and exit electronic programme guide
Adjust the received audio volume
Change channels
Move up a page through channel list
Move to top in EPG programme details
Select red option in digital teletext
Move down a page through channel list
Select green option in digital teletext
Move to bottom in EPG programme details
Scroll up through EPG programme details
Select yellow option in digital teletext
Scroll down through EPG programme details
Select blue option in digital teletext
Select screen format
Display menu help
Start and stop digital teletext
E s us

xit from men

Turn the subtitle ON and OFF

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preparation

CONNECTIONS

Place your GDB 6 receiver on a firm, level surface with at least a 10cm gap
around all sides of the case and in a position convenient for connection to your
television, a mains power outlet and a TV aerial wall outlet (or the 'flying lead' from your
TV aerial, as appropriate).

Please refer to the safety section in Appendix A.
Turn off your television at the mains and disconnect the lead going to the aerial wall outlet

(or the flying aerial lead) and connect this to the ANT IN socket on the rear of the receiver.
Connect the aerial cable supplied from the TV OUT socket on the receiver to the TV set's
aerial socket.

Connect the TV SCART socket on the rear of the receiver to a suitable SCART socket on
your television. There may be more than one SCART socket on your television and, if
unsure which to use, you should refer to its manual for guidance. Connect Audio LEFT
/RIGHT.

TV

1

TO TV AERIAL

INPUT

35018318

TV Aerial

ANT. IN

TV SCART / AV

TV OUT

TO

INPUT

SCART (TV) SCART (VCR/AUX)

VCR / DVD RECORDER

AUDIO L AUDIO R

Hi-Fi

AC IN

If you have a VCR or other equipment connected to your television, please connect the
receiver as described here and refer to Appendix D later when satisfied that the receiver
is functioning normally.

Finally, plug the receiver into the mains outlet.
Remove the battery compartment cover from the rear of the remote control handset by

lifting the catch at one side. Insert two 1,5 V AAA (MN2400) sized batteries, taking care
to observe the correct orientation as marked on the inside of the compartment. Replace
the compartment cover.

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preparation

SWITCHING ON

Turn on your TV set and select the SCART input (with the AV key, or similar, on the
television remote control). Turn on the mains supply to the GDB 6 receiver
(the indicator on the front of the receiver will glow red) and press the [STANDBY] key
on the GDB 6 remote control handset. The indicator light will glow green
and the receiver's menu will be seen on the TV screen.

If you do not see the receiver's menu on the television screen, refer to the
Troubleshooting Guide in Appendix E.

TUNING IN

Because this is the first time that the receiver has been used, there are no channels
stored in the receiver's memory and the First Time Installation menu is displayed on
the screen.

FIRST TIME INSTALLATION

Please choose TV Type using keys

SELECT

Press to start installation

NORMAL 4:3

First you should select the type of TV set you have connected to the
receiver. Press the [LEFT] or [RIGHT] keys on the remote control handset to switch
the indicator on the screen to show either 16:9, if you have a 16:9 or 'widescreen' TV,
or to 4:3 if you have a standard TV set. Then press [SELECT] to start the installation
process.
The next menu will ask if you want to tune in the digital terrestrial television channels.

Using the [LEFT] or [RIGHT] keys on the
remote control, make sure that the YES
button is highlighted in yellow, and press
the [SELECT] key to start the automatic
search.

The GDB 6 receiver will
automatically tune to the UHF transmission
channels 21 to 68 looking for digital
terrestrial TV broadcasts and displaying
the names of channels found. This process
will take about five minutes.

Do you want to start automatic search?

Yes No

GDB 6

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preparation

When the search is finished, the first channel of the channel list and the information
banner is displayed you can now watch digital terrestrial television, selecting the channel
you require as described in the next section.

1

HINT

Depending on the reception conditions
in your particular area, you may find
that the list of channels found includes
one or more repeated names. This is
because the receiver may detect and
store some channels, including those it
cannot receive clearly, from adjacent
areas alongside the strong channels
from a transmitter nearby. This is not a
problem and the weaker channels can
be deletedfrom the receiver later, as
described in Section 3 - ADVANCED
OPERATION - Editing the channel list.

When you have finished watching digital terrestrial TV, you may wish to switch the receiver
to standby to save power - although the GDB 6 receiver can remain powered up
continuously, even when the television is turned off, without harm to the television or itself.
The receiver is returned to standby by pressing the [STANDBY] key on the remote control
handset.

If no digital terrestrial television
broadcasts are found the receiver will
display a message:

You should then refer to the
Troubleshooter Guide in Appendix E
to establish the cause of the problem.

Hint
In standby, the GDB 6 receiver
still consumes power and thereby
contributes to air and water pollution
and the exhaustion of the World's
natural resources. Overnight, or when
your receiver is not going to be used for
long periods of time, you can turn it off
at the mains and this will save energy
(and save you money). You will not
have to re-install the receiver when it is
turned on again.

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2

everyday operation

While using the receiver to the full there are great many keys to use
in different situations. Many of the menu screens displayed by the receiver have
reminders as to which keys do what, at the base of the screen. In addition, many
screens have further help available which is displayed when the [i] key is pressed, as
prompted at the bottom right of the screen.

Providing your TV set SCART socket has switch control, pressing the [TV/DTV] key at
any time while watching television programmes will switch the TV set between displaying
the digital terrestrial television programme and its normal analogue television reception.

GDB 6

CHANGING CHANNELS

You can select the channel you wish to watch in one of four ways - stepping through
the channel list, selection by number, from the on-screen channel list, and using the
electronic programme guide (EPG).

To move through the channel list, press the [P+] or [P-] keys on the remote control.
Pressing the [P+] key will select the channel next in the channel list. Pressing the
[P-] key will select the previous channel in the list.

Pressing the [P+] key when the last channel in the list is being viewed will select the
first channel. Similarly, pressing the [P-] key when the first channel is displayed will
select the last channel in the channel list.

You can also select the required channel using its channel list number. Channel
numbers are entered using the number keys on the remote control handset and can
be up to three digits long.

Hint
The channel list numbers are assigned
by the broadcasters. Because not all
channels are broadcast free-to-air and
stored by the receiver, the channel
list numbers do not run continuously.
The fifteenth channel in the list, for
example, may not be channel
number 15 but channel number 17.

When you press a number key on the
remote control, a small box appears in
the top left of the screen to show the
entered number. After each digit is
entered, the receiver will wait up to two
seconds for the next digit to be pressed
until either three digits have been entered
or you do not press a digit in time.
The channel corresponding to the
entered number in the box will then be
selected.

Hint
If you enter a number which does not
correspond to a stored channel, the
next valid channel number is selected
instead.If you enter a number greater
than the highest numbered channel in
the channel list, the receiver will select
the last channel in the list.

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