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HD Digital Box
GFSAT200HD/A
Instruction Manual
Welcome to your new freesat+ HD digital TV recorder
Now you can pause, rewind and record both HD
and SD television, and so much more
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Welcome
Thank you for choosing this Goodmans freesat HD Digital Box.
Not only can it receive over 140 subscription free channels, but if you have a
broadband service with a minimum speed of 1Mb you can access IP TV services,
which you can watch back at a time to suit you.
It’s really simple to use; it’s all done using the clear, easy to understand on screen menus which are
operated from the remote control. It even has a reminder function so that you won’t miss your favourite
programmes.
For a one off payment, you can buy a digital
box, satellite dish and installation giving you
over 140 channels covering the best of TV
and more.
This product is capable of receiving and
decoding Dolby Digital Plus.
Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
The illustrations and screen shots shown in this instruction manual are for reference and instruction
purposes only, and may not exactly match the product.
A digital box lets you access digital channels
that are broadcast in the UK. It uses a digital
signal, received through your satellite dish
and lets you watch it through your existing
television.
This product has a HDMI connector so that
you can watch high definition TV via a HDMI
lead when connected to a HD Ready TV.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
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HD Digital Box
GFSAT200HD/A
Quick Start Guide
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Now yo u c an pa us e, rew in d a nd re cor d b ot h H D
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What’s in the box?
Quick start guide
Contents
Your HD digital box
HDMI cable
Remote control
2 x AAA batteries
Mains adapter
Your HD digital box.............. 4
Your remote control............ 5
Connecting up..................... 6
Get started.......................... 7
Daily use............................. 8
The guide window............. 10
The channel list................. 12
The settings menu............ 14
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System information.......... 18
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Non-freesat channels....... 19
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Help and advice................ 20
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Safety................................23
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Technical specification...... 24
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Guarantee......................... 25
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GFSAT20 0HD/A
Your HD digital box
Front view
NAVIGATION Move up,
down, left, and right.
STANDBY Power On /
Standby.
Rear view
LNB IN Signal In from
LNB on satellite
SPDIF Digital audio
out (connection to
a surround sound
system).
USB Factory
upgrade
connection
HDMI High
definition
output.
TV and VCR Standard
definition SCART outputs
(for connection to a non HD
TV or recording device)
ETHERNET Connection to a
network with broadband
access (for IP TV Services
such as BBC iPlayer).
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Your remote control
STANDBY Power On/Standby.
MENU Opens the main menu.
FAST REWIND Navigate left in
the top menu bar.
EXIT Closes menu.
OK Confirm selection in
menu/on screen displays.
VOL + Volume up and VOL -
Volume down.
COLOUR BUTTONS For interactive
use and navigating menus.
WIDE Adjust the aspect ratio
of the video output.
INFO Display the Info bar.
AD Turns audio description
On or Off.
TEXT Displays digital text
when available.
TV/AV Switches between
freesat and normal TV. (Scart
connection only).
MUTE Turns the volume On
and Off.
NUMBER PAD Enter values and
select the channel number
directly by entering its number.
GUIDE Opens the genre list and
the guide.
FAST FORWARD Navigate right in
the top menu bar.
BACK Takes you back to the
previous menu.
NAVIGATION Move up/down/left/
right in menus/on screen displays
(left and right arrows are used to
skip forwards and backwards).
CH + Channel up and P - Channel
down.
CH LIST Opens the channel list menu.
AUDIO Opens the audio menu.
SWAP Return to the previous
selected channel.
SUB Turns the subtitles On and Off.
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GFSAT200H D/A
HD READY TV
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Connecting up
Getting connected
Connecting to a HD Ready TV
RG6 coaxial
Cable with ‘F’
type connector
HDMI Cable
Connect a RG6 co-axial cable fitted with ‘F’ a type connector from your satellite dish to the ‘LNB IN’
socket on the back panel of your digital box.
Connect the HDMI cable that came with your digital box between the ‘HDMI’ socket on the back panel
of your digital box and a HDMI socket on your TV.
Other connections
USB used for
software upgrades
ETHERNET connection to a
network with a broadband
router
SPDIF connection to a
surround sound system
* It is not possible to view programmes in high definition when using a scart connection.
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*Scart connection to a
VCR / DVD
*Scart connection to a
standard definition TV
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Getting started
Step 1 of 6
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Continue
WARNING
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Make sure that your freesat receiver has been connected correctly
before continuing the installation
If signal strength is less than 50%
please check the dish alignment and connections
Signal Strength
100%
50%25% 75%
Step 6 of 6
First Time Installation
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Put batteries in the remote control
1
Open the battery cover of the remote control and put two
AAA size batteries so that the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks on the
batteries match the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks inside the remote
control. Replace the battery cover.
Plug in and switch on
2
Insert the mains lead into the ‘12V DC IN’ on the
back of the digital box. The standby light on the
front of the digital box will come on.
Switch your TV On and select HDMI.
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The first time install screen
The first time installation screen will appear on
screen.
If the signal strength is above 50% press the
[OK] button on your remote control to continue
the setup.
Follow the instructions on screen to complete
the installation.
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Exit Menu
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All Channels
Entertainment
News & Sport
Movies
Lifestyle
Music
Select
OK
EXIT
Special Interest
Radio
Shopping
Gaming & Dating
Interactive
Regional
Thu 24 Jun 9:19am
Ge n r e
Children
Ad u lt
Thu 24 Jun 7:22pm
Programme Guide
All Channels
Entertainment
News and Sport Movies Lifestyle
Music
Watch Exit Menu+ 24 Hrs- 24 Hrs
7:00pm - 10:00pm MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
Gary Lineker introduces live coverage of the potentially decisive Group E match in Rustenburg, with
Denmark and Japan hoping to secure a place in the Knockout stage. Also in HD. [S]
.
101 BBC 1 East (E)
102 BBC 2 England
103 ITV1 Anglia S
104 Channel 4
105 Five
106 BBC THREE
107 BBC FOUR
108 BBC HD
8:00pm 8:00pm 9:00pm
Thu 24 Jun
Today at Wimbledon
MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
Fifth Gear
Coronation Street
Indian Hill Railways
Location, Location, Location
Britian’s Greatest Machines...
Wimbledon 2010
Channel 4 News
Emmerdale
Live From Studio Fi
MOTD Live: Cameroon v Netherlands
MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
William and Harry:
World News Today
EXIT
OK
+ 2 Hrs- 2 Hrs
Emmerdale
[SPORT]
HD
HD
Only Connect
HD
SUB
108 BBC HD 15:50
Now: 11:10 - 19:00 Wimbledon 2010
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Next: 19:00 - 22:00 MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
108 BBC HD 19:12
Now: 19:00 - 22:00 MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
i
Ne xt
Select
Channel Up Channel Down
Previous
TXT
SUB
OK
HD
108 BBC HD 19:12
Now: 19:00 - 22:00 MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
i
Ne xt
Select
Channel Up Channel Down
Previous
TXT
SUB
OK
Gary Lineker introduces live coverage of the potentially decisive Group E match in
Rustenburg, with Denmark and Japan hoping to secure a place in the knockout
stage. [S]
[SPORT]
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Daily use
We have divided this book into separate
sections, so that you can find the information
your looking for easier. This section covers the
day to day functions that you will use most
often.
Choosing a programme
Press the [GUIDE] button on the remote control
to open the Genre front page.
Use the arrow buttons to select a genre and
then press the [OK] button.
Changing the channel
You can also select the channel you want to
watch by using the [P+] and [P-] buttons on the
remote control. Alternatively you can use the
number buttons to key in the channel number.
When you change the channel the information
screen will be displayed for a few seconds.
This shows the details of the programme
currently showing and the next programme.
The information bar
If you want to see information about the
programme you are watching, you can press the
[i] button.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select different
channels, and the [t] and [u] buttons to view
the now and next programmes.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select different
channels. If you want to choose a new genre
press the [tt] or [uu] buttons to select a
new genre category.
When you have chosen your programme, press
the [OK] button to watch it.
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If you want to see more information press the [i]
button again.
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INFORMATION Audio Channel
Select Exit Menu
Select the audio channel that you want to use
OK
ENG Stereo
ENG AD
FRE
GER
Up
Down
EXIT
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Daily use
Home
News
Sport
Weather
Business
Entertainment
Lottery
Sport Multiscreen
Watch BBC HD
Tuesday 29 Jun
102
300
400
200
500
555
3001
BBC iPlayer is coming to
Freesat HD - 7001
To exit, press TEXT
100
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Changing the volume
You can change the volume using the [VOL+]
and [VOL-] buttons on the remote control. You
can turn off the volume pressing the [MUTE]
button. To turn it back on press the [MUTE]
button again.
Audio description
Audio description is an additional narration that
describes all significant visual information such
as body language, facial expression, scenery,
costumes - anything that is important to the plot
of the story, event or image.
Press the [AD] button to toggle this setting on
and off.
Audio channel
Sometimes different audio languages are
available with certain programmes or channels.
Press the [AUDIO] button to see the available
languages.
Subtitles
Press the [SUB] button to toggle the subtitles
on and off.
DON’T FORGET! Not all programmes have
subtitles. You can use the information bar
to see if the blue ‘SUB’ icon is shown.
Red button services
Some channels offer additional services via
the red button on your remote control. When
additional services are available a red dot will
be shown in the top right hand part of your TV
screen.
Press the red button to open the menu. An
example screen is shown below.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select a
different audio channel. Press the [OK] button to
confirm the setting.
DON’T FORGET! Audio description has ‘AD’
next to the language. Not all programmes
have audio description or additional audio
channels available.
DON’T FORGET! You may get different
options available to you if your digital box is
connected to your network and broadband
router.
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Thu 24 Jun 7:22pm
Programme Guide
All Channels
Entertainment
News and Sport Movies Lifestyle
Music
Watch Exit Menu+ 24 Hrs- 24 Hrs
7:00pm - 10:00pm MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
Gary Lineker introduces live coverage of the potentially decisive Group E match in Rustenburg, with
Denmark and Japan hoping to secure a place in the Knockout stage. Also in HD. [S]
.
101 BBC 1 East (E)
102 BBC 2 England
103 ITV1 Anglia S
104 Channel 4
105 Five
106 BBC THREE
107 BBC FOUR
108 BBC HD
8:00pm 8:00pm 9:00pm
Thu 24 Jun
Today at Wimbledon
MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
Fifth Gear
Coronation Street
Indian Hill Railways
Location, Location, Location
Britian’s Greatest Machines...
Wimbledon 2010
Channel 4 News
Emmerdale
Live From Studio Fi
MOTD Live: Cameroon v Netherlands
MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
William and Harry:
World News Today
EXIT
OK
+ 2 Hrs- 2 Hrs
Emmerdale
[SPORT]
HD
HD
Only Connect
HD
SUB
AD)))
G
HD
SUB
TXT
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The guide window
Navigation
Guide icons
You can open the guide window by pressing the
[GUIDE] button on the remote control. The guide
shows you all of the programmes and channels
available for the next 8 days.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select different
channels. You can use the [P+] and [P-] buttons
to move a page at a time.
The [RED] button will move backwards 2 hours,
the [GREEN] button will move forwards 2 hours,
the [YELLOW] button will move backwards 24
hours and the [BLUE] button will move forwards
24 hours.
If you want to choose a new genre while your in
the guide, press the [tt] or [uu] buttons
to select a new genre category.
When you have chosen your programme, press
the [OK] button to watch it.
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This programme has audio
description.
This programme is broadcast
with Dolby Digital.
This programme is broadcast
with Dolby Digital Plus.
This programme contains
guidance information.
This programme is broadcast
in high definition.
This programme has been set
as a reminder.
This programme has subtitles.
This programme has digital
text available.
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The guide window
Thu 24 Jun 7:22pm
Programme Guide
All Channels
Entertainment
News and Sport Movies Lifestyle
Music
Watch Exit Menu+ 24 Hrs- 24 Hrs
8:30pm - 9:00pm Coronation Street
Will Graeme cope when David tries to split him and Tina up? What will Steve and Becky take to the
adoption meeting. Will Liz get away with her bid for barmaid glory? Also in HD. [AD,S]
.
101 BBC 1 East (E)
102 BBC 2 England
103 ITV1 Anglia S
104 Channel 4
105 Five
106 BBC THREE
107 BBC FOUR
108 BBC HD
8:00pm 8:00pm 9:00pm
Thu 24 Jun
Today at Wimbledon
MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
Fifth Gear
Indian Hill Railways
Location, Location, Location
Britian’s Greatest Machines...
Wimbledon 2010
Channel 4 News
Emmerdale
Live From Studio Fi
MOTD Live: Cameroon v Netherlands
MOTD Live: Denmark v Japan
William and Harry:
World News Today
EXIT
OK
+ 2 Hrs- 2 Hrs
Emmerdale
HD
Only Connect
HD
SUB
Coronation
HD
AD)))
HD
Requested reminder:
Clashes with existing reminder:
What would you like to do?
WARNING
!
Reminder Clash
29/06/10 14:55 - 15:10
Animal Rescue Squad
29/06/10 14:55 - 15:25
Come Dine with Me
ReplaceOKExit Menu
EXIT
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Setting a reminder
You can use the reminder function to let you
know when a programme is going to start.
Use the [p], [q], [t] and [u] buttons to
select a programme.
Press the [OK] button to set the reminder.
When the reminder has been set a clock icon is
shown before the programme name.
DON’T FORGET! To cancel a programme
reminder, highlight the programme where
the reminder has been set, and press the
[OK] button. The clock icon will disappear
and the reminder will be cancelled.
Reminder clash
If you try to set a reminder for more than two
programmes at the same time, you will see a
warning screen with a list of options for you to
choose. An example screen is shown below;
To replace the reminder with the new
programme press the [OK] button, or to cancel
the new reminder and keep the old reminder
press the [EXIT] button.
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Channel List
All Channels
Favourite List
Manual Channels
104 Channel 4
105 Five
106 BBC THREE
107 BBC FOUR
108 BBC HD
110 BBC ALBA
113 ITV2
114 ITV2+1
103 ITV1 Anglia S
102 BBC 2 England
101 BBC 1 East (E)
Watch
Exit Menu
Hide
Guide
EXIT
GUIDE
OK
Add Fav
Delete
Regions
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GUIDE
.
8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm
Weds 8 Oct
Select
Exit Menu
Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Main Menu
Settings
System Information
Channel List
EXIT
OK
The channel List
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You can open the channel list window by
pressing the [CH LIST] button on the remote
control or from the main menu.
This channel list allows you to hide, and delete
channels, setup a favourites channel list, setup a
manual recording and view the list of free to air
channels that you have added.
DON’T FORGET! See page 19 for further
information on how to add free to air
channels.
Use the [tt] or [uu] buttons to switch
between ‘All Channels’, ‘Favourite List’ and
‘Manual Channels’.
Channel list icons
Opens the Guide window.
This will hide the channel from
the Guide window.
Adds the channel to your
favourite list.
This will permanently delete
the current channel.
This allows you to change the
channel to a different region.
This channel has been hidden
from the Guide window.
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The channel List
Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Channel List
All Channels
Favourite List
Manual Channels
104 Channel 4
105 Five
106 BBC THREE
107 BBC FOUR
108 BBC HD
110 BBC ALBA
113 ITV2
114 ITV2+1
103 ITV1 Anglia S
102 BBC 2 England
101 BBC 1 East (E)
Watch
Exit Menu
Hide
Guide
EXIT
GUIDE
OK
Add Fav
Delete
Regions
Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Channel List
All Channels
Favourite List
Manual Channels
101 BBC 1 East (E)
103 ITV1 Anglia S
108 BBC HD
Watch
Exit Menu
Hide
Guide
EXIT
GUIDE
OK
Add Fav
Delete
Regions
Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Channel List
All Channels
Favourite List
Manual Channels
104 Channel 4
105 Five
106 BBC THREE
107 BBC FOUR
108 BBC HD
110 BBC ALBA
113 ITV2
114 ITV2+1
103 ITV1 Anglia S
102 BBC 2 England
101 BBC 1 East (E)
Watch
Exit Menu
Hide
Guide
EXIT
GUIDE
OK
Add Fav
Delete
Regions
INFORMATION Region Change
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Select a different channel region from the channels
shown below
951 BBC 1 CI
952 BBC 1 E Mids
953 BBC 1 South
954 BBC 1 East (W)
955 BBC 1 N West
950 BBC 1 London
Replace
Exit Menu
EXIT
OK
Up Down
Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Channel List
All Channels
Favourite List
Manual Channels
Watch
Exit Menu
Hide
Guide
EXIT
GUIDE
OK
Add Fav
Delete
3001 Sky News
3002 Sky News
3003 Sky News UK (Cable)
3004 Sky News Eire (Cable)
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Hiding a channel
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select the
channel that you want to hide. Press the [RED]
button to hide it.
When a channel is hidden, a magnifying glass
icon will be shown.
To unlock a channel, select the hidden channel
using the [p] and [q] buttons. Press the [RED]
button to unhide it.
DON’T FORGET! Hidden channels will not be
shown in the Programme Guide window.
Favourites
The favourites function lets you keep your
favourite channels in a separate list.
Deleting a channel
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select a
channel that you want to delete. Press the
[YELLOW] button to delete it.
DON’T FORGET! It is not possible to undelete a channel. You will have to do a First
Time Install again. See page 17.
Changing the region
Some channels have different regions available.
You can swap them with the default channel
that was assigned when you completed the first
time installation. Select a channel that has a
different region using the [p] and [q] buttons
then press the [BLUE] button.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select a
channel. Press the [GREEN] button to add it to
the favourite list.
To add additional channels to your favourites
list press the [tt] button and select a new
channel.
Select a new region from the right hand column,
and press the [OK] button to swap it.
Manual Channels
The manual channel tab shows you your
non-freesat channels. See page 19 for further
information about how to add non-freesat
channels to your channel list.
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Display & Audio
Network
Language Parental Other
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Exit Menu
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HDMI Output
HDMI Audio
Screen Size
Tue 29 Jun 10:53amSettings
Select
EXIT
OK
Menu Transparency Settings
1080i
.
8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm
Weds 8 Oct
Select
Exit Menu
Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Main Menu
Settings
System Information
Channel List
EXIT
OK
Display & Audio
Network
Language Parental Other
R
Exit Menu
.
HDMI Output
HDMI Audio
Screen Size
Tue 29 Jun 10:53amSettings
Select
EXIT
OK
Menu Transparency Settings
1080i
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The settings menu
To open the settings menu press the [MENU]
button on the remote control and then select
‘Settings’.
Press the [OK] button to confirm.
Changing the settings
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select each
option.
If you want to change the setting press the [t]
or [u] buttons. Press the [OK] button to save
the setting.
If you want to view a different settings category
press the [tt] or [uu] buttons.
Display and audio
HDMI Output - You can change this setting to
best match your HD Ready TV. You can choose
between 576p, 720p, and 1080i.
HDMI Audio - If your digital box is connected
to your surround sound system using HDMI,
choose the ‘Dolby Digital’ setting. If your digital
box is connected to your surround sound system
using the SPDIF connection use the ‘Stereo
Downmix’ setting.
Screen Size - You will have already set this
up as part of the installation process, but you
can change the format of the screen size here
without having to install your digital box again.
You can choose between 16:9 widescreen, 4:3
widescreen, 4:3 centre cut out, and 4:3 letter
box.
DON’T FORGET! Not all programmes are
broadcast in widescreen format which
may result in a black border around the
programme. This setting can be useful to
remove or minimise the border.
To close any of the settings screens, press the
[EXIT] button.
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Menu Transparency - This setting allows you
to adjust how see through the menus are. By
adjusting the setting you will be able to see the
programme behind the on screen menu. The
default setting is off.
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Display & Audio
Network
Language Parental Other
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Exit Menu
.
Audio Language
Subtitle Language
Audio Description
Tue 29 Jun 10:53amSettings
Select
EXIT
OK
English
The settings menu
Display & Audio
Network
Language Parental Other
R
Exit Menu
.
DHCP
IP Address
Subnet Mask
Tue 29 Jun 10:53amSettings
Select
EXIT
OK
Router Address
Auto
DNS Address
Revert to Default Settings
MAC Address
000 . 000 . 000 . 000
000 . 000 . 000 . 000
000 . 000 . 000 . 000
000 . 000 . 000 . 000
00 : 06 : F4 : 0F : 03 : 5D
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Network
DON’T FORGET! Before setting up this
network window you should connect your
freesat digital box to your home network.
For instructions on connecting your box and
using the BBC iPlayer service go to
www.freesat.co.uk/iplayer
DHCP - This stands for ‘Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol’. If DHCP is set to
Auto your freesat digital box will be set up
automatically when connected to your home
network. If you choose the manual setting you
will need to manually set the next options.
IP Address - This is the unique IP address
number of your freesat digital box. Each item
on your network will have it’s own IP address.
An example IP address will look something like
192.168.1.0
Subnet Mask - This is used to split large
networks into smaller sub groups to stop
excessive data from being transmitted along a
network. Each network group will have it’s own
subnet mask ID. A subnet mask number will look
like 255.255.255.0.
Router Address - This is the IP address of your
broadband router.
DNS Address- This stands for ‘Domain Name
System’. Your DNS address will have been
assigned to you by your internet provider.
MAC Address - The MAC address is a unique
number that is embedded into your freesat
digital box that allows you to connect to online
services. It is not possible to change your MAC
address number.
Revert to Default Settings - This setting will put
your network settings page back to it’s original
state.
Language
Audio Language - This setting is your preferred
default audio language. The options are English,
Welsh, Gaelic, and Irish Gaelic.
Subtitle Language - This setting is your preferred
default subtitle language. The options are
English, Welsh, Gaelic, and Irish Gaelic.
DON’T FORGET! Not all programmes have
these languages available. If you preferred
setting is not available, English language
will be used instead.
Audio description - This is an additional
narration that describes all significant visual
information such as body language, facial
expression, scenery, costumes - anything that
is important to the plot of the story, event or
image. You can turn on and off audio description
here.
DON’T FORGET! You can toggle audio
description on and off by pressing the [AD]
button on the remote control.
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Display & Audio
Language
Parental Freesat + Other
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Exit Menu
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Weds 8 Oct 8:22pmSettings
Select
EXIT
OK
This menu is PIN protected.
WARNING
!
Parental Settings PIN
ConfirmOKExit Menu
EXIT
Enter PIN
_ _ _ _
9
wxyz
0
_
Please enter your PIN to view
and change the settings.
Display & Audio
Network
Language Parental Other
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Exit Menu
.
Allow First Time Installation
Allow Parental Settings Changes
Change System PIN
Tue 29 Jun 10:53amSettings
Select
EXIT
OK
Enabled
Guidance
Hide Adult Channels
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Display & Audio
Network
Language Parental Other
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Exit Menu
.
Allow First Time Installation
Allow Parental Settings Changes
Change Parental PIN
Tue 29 Jun 10:53amSettings
Select
EXIT
OK
Enabled
Hide Adult Channels
.
INFORMATION PIN Change
ConfirmOKExit Menu
EXIT
Enter PIN
9
wxyz
0
_
Enter your existing PIN.
_ _ _ _
Enter your new PIN.
_ _ _ _
Confirm your new PIN.
_ _ _ _
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The settings menu
Parental
When the Parental menu is selected, you need
to enter your system PIN to see the settings.
DON’T FORGET! You will have set your
system PIN when installing your digital box.
If you can’t remember your system PIN
please contact our helpline.
Allow First Time Installation - This setting
chooses if you want to allow a first time
installation.
DON’T FORGET! A first time installation will
remove all non freesat channels.
Allow Parental Settings Changes - This setting
chooses if you want to allow access to the
parental menu without entering your system
PIN. The default setting is that you must enter
a PIN.
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Change System PIN - This setting allows you to
change the system PIN.
Guidance - This setting is used when you are
viewing IP TV services such as BBC iPlayer.
There are three different options available;
PIN on - all IP TV guidance content - This
will require you to enter your system PIN if a
programme contains guidance information. This
is the default setting.
PIN on - all IP TV content - This will require you
to enter a PIN for every programme that you
want to watch even if it does not contain any
guidance information.
PIN off - all IP TV content - This setting will not
ask you to enter a PIN for any programme, even
if it contains guidance information.
Hide Adult Genre - This setting chooses if you
want to allow access to channels in the Adult
genre category. The default setting is that adult
channels are displayed in the channel list and
programme guide.
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Display & Audio
Network
Language Parental Other
R
Exit Menu
.
Show Non Freesat Channels
Auto Standby
Upgrade Software
Tue 29 Jun 10:53amSettings
Select
EXIT
OK
No
Add Non Freesat Channels
First Time Installation
Power Save in Standby Mode
The settings menu
Other
Show Non Freesat Channels - This setting
allows you to see the manually added free to air
channels in the channel list.
DON’T FORGET! The default setting is not to
show manually added free to air channels.
Free to air channels are not added to the
programme guide.
Auto Standby - This will put the digital box into
standby if there has been no user activity for
four hours. A thirty second countdown is shown
on screen, to give the user the option to cancel
going into standby.
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Power Save in Standby Mode - This setting
reduces the amount of energy used when in
standby mode.
Add Non Freesat Channels - See page 19 for
further instructions.
First Time Installation - This setting allows you
to perform a first time installation. Follow the
instructions on-screen to setup your digital box.
DON’T FORGET! A first time installation will
remove all non freesat channels.
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8:00pm 8:30pm 9:00pm
Weds 8 Oct
Select
Exit Menu
Tue 29 Jun 10:53amMain Menu
Settings
System Information
Channel List
EXIT
OK
System
Network
R
Exit Menu
.
Manufacturer
Model Number
Hardware Version
Serial Number
Software Version
Goodmans
00
12345678
V1.1
V2.0
Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Information
Support
www.thesupportsite.co.uk
.
Network ID
Transport ID
003b
0a2a
Lock Indicator
OK
Postcode
Region
CM77 7TT
East (E) Anglia S
Tuner Signal Strength 100%
Tuner Signal Quality 100%
EXIT
USB
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System information
To open the system information window press
the [MENU] button on the remote control and
then select ‘System Information’.
Press the [OK] button to confirm.
DON’T FORGET! It is useful to have access
to the system information screen when
contacting the call centre
If you want to view a different information
category press the [tt] or [uu] buttons.
To close any of the settings screens, press the
[EXIT] button.
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Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Add Non-Freesat Channels
Watch
OK
Exit Menu
Start Scan
.
EXIT
Modulation
System
LNB Polarisation
Symbol Rate
Frequency (MHz)
12560 MHz, V, 27500, 2/3
Signal Strength 100%
Signal Quality 100%
QPSK
DV B S
Vertical
27500
12560
FEC 2/3
Network ID 3B
Services Found 14
Transport ID A2A
Services Added 9
Tue 29 Jun 10:53am
Channel List
All Channels
Favourite List
Manual Channels
Watch
Exit Menu
Hide
Guide
EXIT
GUIDE
OK
Add Fav
Delete
3001 Sky News
3002 Sky News
3003 Sky News UK (Cable)
3004 Sky News Eire (Cable)
Non-freesat channels
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You can manually tune in any free to air channels
on your digital box, if you have the frequency in
MHz, the symbol rate and the LNB polarisation.
DON’T FORGET! Adding free to air channels
will not affect the stored freesat channels.
Details of channel frequencies are generally
available online, and are subject to change.
Open ‘Add Non-freesat Channels’ from the
settings menu.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select each
option.
If you want to change the setting press the [t]
or [u] buttons, or key in the setting using the
number buttons.
To view the non-freesat channels press the
[CH LIST] button, and press the [tt] or
[uu] buttons to highlight Manual Channels.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select a
channel and press the [OK] button to watch it.
Press the [BLUE] button to search for additional
channels.
Once the search is complete, any new channels
will be available from the channel list.
DON’T FORGET! To view non-freesat
channels, you must select ‘yes’ in the
‘Show Non Freesat Channels’ setting.
Non-freesat channels are only available
from the Channel List and are not shown in
the Programme Guide.
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Help and advice
Frequently asked questions What you can do
In which direction should my satellite dish be
positioned?
Your satellite dish should be fitted on a south facing
wall in the direction of 28.2 ° east of south.
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Can I connect more than one digital box to
my satellite dish?
Can I connect this digital box to my normal
roof aerial?
The digital box will not switch on. What
should I do?
My digital box can’t find the ‘Network ID’
and ‘Transport ID’ what should I do?
Why do I have to enter my postcode in the
first time set-up?
How do I enter a space when entering the
postcode?
How do I do a first-time installation again? You can do a first-time installation again using the
Yes you can. You will need an LNB (the box on
your satellite dish) fitted that has more than one
connection.
No. This box must be connected to a satellite dish for
it to work.
Check the mains power cable and make sure it is
plugged into a suitable power outlet. Check that the
mains supply is switched On. Connect the power
cable to a different power outlet.
Make sure that your satellite dish is positioned
correctly, and check the cables and connections
again.
This makes sure that you receive programmes for
your local region.
Your digital box will automatically enter the space
for you. Enter your full postcode using the number
buttons and then press the ‘OK’ button.
settings menu. See page 17 for more information.
I’m not getting a picture on the TV. What
should I do?
Can I receive high-definition programmes
with this digital box?
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• MakesurethatthedigitalboxisOn.(Pressthe
‘STANDBY’ button.)
• MakesurethattheHDMIorSCARTcableis
firmly connected to the TV.
• CheckthebrightnessleveloftheTV.
Yes. You can receive high-definition programmes with
this digital box.
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Help and advice
Frequently asked questions What you can do
Can I change the audio language for the
programme I am watching?
Yes. Some channels broadcast other audio
languages. Press the [AUDIO] button when you are
watching a programme to see if other languages are
available.
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Do I have to retune my digital box when
digital switchover happens in my region?
Do I have to retune my digital box when new
channels are added?
Can I use ‘red button’ interactive services
with this digital box?
Can I add ‘FTA (Free To Air)’ channels to my
digital box?
Why can’t I see my FTA channels? Free to Air channels are not shown in the TV
How can I find out system information about
my digital box?
No. All freesat receivers do not have to be retuned as
it receives its signal from a satellite and not an aerial.
No. Your digital box will automatically add new
freesat channels for you, and display them in the
programme guide and channel list.
Yes. Some channels offer interactive services such as
news, sport and weather. When interactive services
are available, a red dot will appear in the top righthand side of the screen. Simply press the red button
on your remote control to access them.
Yes. You can add these using the ‘Add Non-Freesat
Channels’ menu. See page 19 for more information.
programme guide. Make sure that ‘Show NonFreesat Channels’ is set to ‘yes’. Press the [CH
LIST] button to see them. See page 19 for more
information.
Press the ‘MENU’ button and select ‘System
Information’.
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Help and advice
Frequently asked questions What you can do
My picture and sound quality is poor. What
should I do?
• Makesuretherearenomobilephones,DECT
phones, wireless routers or microwave ovens
near the receiver.
• Keepthepowerandthesatellitecableapart
from each other.
• Checkthesignallevelsusingthesystem
information screen. The signal level may be
affected by weather conditions. If the LNB
is covered with snow or there is heavy rain,
the sound and picture quality may be poor
temporarily.
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How do I connect my digital box to the
internet so that I can use services like BBC
iPlayer?
Where can I find out more about freesat? For the latest news and information go to channel
For the latest information about BBC iPlayer and how
to setup and connect your digital box, go to
www.freesat.co.uk/iplayer.
999 on your digital box, or go to www.freesat.co.uk
Need extra information or help setting up?
You may find the information you are
looking for on our web site.
www.thesupportsite.co.uk
or on the freesat website
www.freesat.co.uk
If you still need help or information you can
phone our call centre on:
0871 230 4695
Calls are charged at 10p per minute when called
from a BT land line. Call charges may vary if
using other networks.
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Safety
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General Safety
This equipment has been designed and
manufactured to meet European safety
standards, but like any electrical equipment,
care must be taken if you are to obtain the best
results and safety is to be assured.
Do read these operating instructions before you
attempt to use the equipment.
Do ensure that all electrical connections
(including the mains adapter, extension leads
and interconnections between pieces of
equipment) are properly made in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Switch off and remove the mains adapter when
making or changing any connections.
Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt
about the installation, operation or safety of your
equipment.
Don’t continue to operate the equipment if you
are ever in doubt about it working normally, or if
it is damaged in any way. Switch it off withdraw
the adapter from the mains and consult your
dealer.
Don’t obstruct the ventilation vents on the
equipment, for example with curtains or soft
furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the
life of the product.
Don’t allow electrical equipment to be exposed
to rain or moisture.
Don’t remove any fixed covers as this may
expose you to dangerous voltages.
Make sure that other people in your household
are conversant with the equipment.
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Technical Specification
General Information:
Model number
Tuner type
HDMI output options
Power Information:
Input voltage
Power consumption
Operating power consumption
Features:
Access all freesat digital channels and radio stations.
Upscaling of standard definition TV to 1080i when using the HDMI connection.
8 Day electronic programme guide.
Audio description capable (broadcast mix).
Digital text (MHEG5).
Menu transparency.
GFSAT200HD/A
Single DVB S2
576p, 720p, 1080i
DC 12V 2A
Max 24W
10W
Parental control.
Ethernet port for connection to IP TV services.
Receive free to air (FTA) channels.
Twin Scart.
HDMI connection.
Auto standby.
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Guarantee
The digital box is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. If any
defect due to faulty materials or workmanship, contact the Goodmans Helpline. Have your
receipt of purchase available for reference.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
•Itisonlyvalidwithintheboundariesofthecountryofpurchase.
•Thedigitalboxmustbecorrectlyinstalledandoperatedinaccordancewiththe
instructions contained in this instruction manual.
•Thedigitalboxmustbeusedsolelyfordomesticpurposes.
•Theguaranteewillberenderedinvalidifthedigitalboxisre-soldorhasbeendamagedby
inexpert repair.
•Themanufacturerdisclaimsanyliabilityforincidentalorconsequentialdamages.
•Theguaranteeisinadditionto,anddoesnotdiminish,yourstatutoryorlegalrights.
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HD Digital Box
GFSAT200HD/A
Instruction Manual
Radio
Installation Information
TV
System PIN
Postcode
Welcome to your new freesat+ HD digital TV recorder
Now you can pause, rewind and record both HD
and SD television, and so much more
Rev2_GFSAT200HD/A_120710
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