Hitachi HDR253 User Manual

Digital TV Recorder

Model

HDR253

DIGITAL TV RECORDER HDR163

Instruction manual

To obtain the best performance and ensure years of

trouble-free use. please read this instruction manual

completely.

	INDEX
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..................................................................................................................................................................................	2
SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT...........................................................................................................................	6
POWER CORD (MAINS LEAD)...............................................................................................................................................................................	7
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................................................................................	7
FUNCTIONS............................................................................................................................................................................................................	8
INTRODUCTION .....................................................................................................................................................................................................	9
REMOTE CONTROL.............................................................................................................................................................................................	10
GETTING STARTED .............................................................................................................................................................................................	10
FRONT AND BACK PANEL...................................................................................................................................................................................	11
CONNECTION DIAGRAMS...................................................................................................................................................................................	12
REMOTE CONTROL & FUNCTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................................	13
MENU INTERFACE...............................................................................................................................................................................................	15
FIRST TIME INSTALLATION.................................................................................................................................................................................	15
MAIN MENU..........................................................................................................................................................................................................	15
1. CHANNEL LIST .................................................................................................................................................................................................	16
1.1. NAVIGATING CHANNEL LIST .......................................................................................................................................................................	16
1.2. DELETING CHANNEL....................................................................................................................................................................................	16
1.3. EDIT CHANNELS ...........................................................................................................................................................................................	16
1.4. ADDING LOCKS TO CHANNELS...................................................................................................................................................................	16
1.5. SETTING FAVOURITE LIST...........................................................................................................................................................................	17
2. PROGRAMME GUIDE (7 DAYS EPG)...............................................................................................................................................................	17
2.1. PROGRAMME OPTIONS ...............................................................................................................................................................................	18
2.1.1. SELECT CHANNEL.....................................................................................................................................................................................	18
2.1.2. RECORD / DELETE TIMER.........................................................................................................................................................................	18
2.1.3. RECORD SERIES / DELETE SERIES TIMER .............................................................................................................................................	18
2.1.4. CHECK CONFLICTS ...................................................................................................................................................................................	19
2.1.5. SET REMINDER / DELETE REMINDER......................................................................................................................................................	19
2.1.6. SPLIT RECORD ..........................................................................................................................................................................................	19
2.1.7. MULTIPLE / ALTERNATIVE TIMER RECORD ............................................................................................................................................	20
3. TIMERS.............................................................................................................................................................................................................	21
4. RECORDINGS LIBRARY ..................................................................................................................................................................................	22
4.1. PLAY OPTIONS .............................................................................................................................................................................................	22
4.1.1. PLAY FROM START....................................................................................................................................................................................	22
4.1.2. RESUME .....................................................................................................................................................................................................	22
4.1.3. PLAY FROM OFFSET .................................................................................................................................................................................	23
4.1.4. MANAGE CHAPTERS .................................................................................................................................................................................	23
4.1.5. CREATE ARCHIVE (ARCHIVE MANAGEMENT).........................................................................................................................................	23
EDIT RECORDINGS .............................................................................................................................................................................................	23
MAIN TITLE...........................................................................................................................................................................................................	24
RECORDING TITLE ..............................................................................................................................................................................................	24
4.2. CHAPTER OPTIONS......................................................................................................................................................................................	25
4.2.1. CREATE NEW CHAPTER MARK ................................................................................................................................................................	25
4.2.2. FORWARDS TO NEXT CHAPTER ..............................................................................................................................................................	25
4.2.3. BACK TO START OF CHAPTER.................................................................................................................................................................	25
4.2.4. BACK TO PREVIOUS CHAPTER ................................................................................................................................................................	25
5. COMMON INTERFACE (for Pay Service Channels) ..........................................................................................................................................	25
6. SETUP ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................	26
6.1. RECORDINGS ...............................................................................................................................................................................................	26
6.1.1. MAX TIMESHIFT .........................................................................................................................................................................................	26
6.1.2. AUTO DISCARD..........................................................................................................................................................................................	26
6.1.3. FORMAT DISK ............................................................................................................................................................................................	27
6.1.4. HARD DISK INFO........................................................................................................................................................................................	27
Recording Format ..................................................................................................................................................................................................	28
Unrecordable Material............................................................................................................................................................................................	28
Hard Disk Operation (Recording / Playback / Time Shift Recording) ......................................................................................................................	28
6.2. CONFIGURATION..........................................................................................................................................................................................	29
6.2.1. TV TYPE......................................................................................................................................................................................................	29
6.2.2. TV OUT .......................................................................................................................................................................................................	29
6.2.3. VCR OUT ....................................................................................................................................................................................................	29
6.2.4. HDMI RESOLUTION....................................................................................................................................................................................	29
6.2.5. LOW POWER OPTION................................................................................................................................................................................	29
6.2.6. FAVOURITE MODE.....................................................................................................................................................................................	29
6.2.7. CHANNEL LIST ...........................................................................................................................................................................................	30
6.2.8. SCAN ENCRYPTED CHANNELS................................................................................................................................................................	30
6.2.9. RECEIVER UPGRADE - OAD .....................................................................................................................................................................	30
6.2.10. PARENTAL LOCKING ...............................................................................................................................................................................	30
6.2.10.i. MENU LOCK............................................................................................................................................................................................	30
6.2.10.ii. SET PIN ..................................................................................................................................................................................................	31
6.3. LANGUAGE....................................................................................................................................................................................................	31
6.4. INSTALLATION ..............................................................................................................................................................................................	31
6.4.1. AUTOMATIC CHANNEL SCAN ...................................................................................................................................................................	31
6.4.2. MANUAL CHANNEL SCAN .........................................................................................................................................................................	32
6.4.3. FIRST TIME INSTALLATION.......................................................................................................................................................................	32
7. MESSAGES ......................................................................................................................................................................................................	32
8. SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS OF REMOTE CONTROL.............................................................................................................................................	33
TIME SHIFTING (PAUSE LIVE RECORDING) ......................................................................................................................................................	34
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE..........................................................................................................................................................................	36
10. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................	37
11. UK GUARANTEE.............................................................................................................................................................................................	39
12. IMPORTANT NOTICE: ....................................................................................................................................................................................	40
DIGITAL SWITCHOVER AND YOUR TV EQUIPMENT .........................................................................................................................................	40

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

CAUTION: Please read all of these instructions before you operate this product and save these instructions for later use.

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. BUT IMPROPER USE CAN RESULT IN POTENTIAL ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARDS. In order not to defeat the safeguards incorporated in this product, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

1. Power Supply

The receiver should be plugged into a 220 - 240V AC 50Hz supply only.

2. Leads

Ensure the power supply lead, and all other leads are positioned so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by objects placed on or against them. Pay particular attention to the power lead, where it enters the mains plug and where is comes out of the receiver. Do not connect or adjust leads when the receiver is plugged in.

3. Battery Disposal

Please ensure that exhausted batteries from the remote control handset are disposed of safely in accordance with local government rules.

4. Read Instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

5. Retain Instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

6. Heed Warnings

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

7. Follow Instructions

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

8. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

9. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

10. Water, Moisture and Temperature

Do not use this product near water, for example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming and the like.

Do not leave or use the receiver in a hot, cold or humid area. Do not allow the receiver to get wet - from drips or splashes - as this may be dangerous. Do not place water filled objects such as flower vases on the top of the receiver.

11. Accessories

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

12. Transportation

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

13. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

14. Power Sources

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

15. Grounding or Polarization

This product is provided with one of the following types of plugs. If the plug should fail to fit into the power outlet, please contact your electrician. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the plug.

a.Two-wire type (mains) plug.

b.Three-wire grounding type (mains) plug with a grounding terminal. This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet.

16. Power-Cord Protection

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

17. Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

18. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Servicing

Ensure the person who services your receiver is qualified to do so. Do not remove the cover yourself as you could get an electric shock. We are proud to offer a high-quality product. To keep this level of quality, your receiver should be serviced at an authorised service centre.

21. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.

c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only

those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to normal operation.

e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f.When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

• Microsoft® and Windows® are registered rademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

•PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation in the United States.

•Macintosh® is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

•All other company or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.

•Some IC chips in this product include confidential and/or trade secret property belonging to Texas Instruments. Therefore you may not copy, modify, adapt, translate, distribute, reverse engineer, reverse assemble or discompile the contents thereof.

22. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the

same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

This product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat and Flames

The receiver should not be placed near to naked flames or sources of intense heat, such as an electric fire. Ensure that no naked flames sources, such as lighted candles are placed on top of the receiver.

WARNING

The mark is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE).

The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment including any spent or discarded batteries as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems available. If the batteries or accumulators included with this equipment, display the chemical symbol Hg, Cd, or Pb, then it means that the battery has a heavy metal content of more than 0.0005% Mercury, or more than 0.002% Cadmium or more than, 0.004% Lead.

SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international 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.

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DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.

DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing connections.

DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment.

DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.

DO route the mains lead so that it is not likely to be walked on, crushed, chafed, or subjected to excessive wear and tear or heat.

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DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.

DON'T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.

DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment.

DON'T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires.

DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.

DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.

DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.

DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people.

DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way - switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

ABOVE ALL

---NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case - this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

---NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind

---It is better to be safe than sorry!

POWER CORD (MAINS LEAD)

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 damaged power cord can cause fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord periodically to see if it is damaged. If it is damaged, please ask an approved 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 - 50Hz supply only. Connecting it to other power sources may damage it. Ensure that the supply corresponds to the information on the rating label on the bottom of the unit.

This digital terrestrial receiver is supplied with a moulded mains plug. This plug must not be cut off as it may contain a special radio interference filter, the removal of which could lead to impaired performance. If you wish to extend the lead, obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

Observe the manufacturers instructions when connecting extension leads to the set. Check the fuse rating on the new plug, this should be fitted with a 5 Amp fuse which conforms to either ASTA or BSI The mains plug is the disconnect device and therefore must remain readily operable.

(BS1362) approvals, these are easily identifiable by either the or

symbols. If you are in any doubt about the installation of an extension lead, please consult a competent electrician.

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

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do not remove the cover. No user servicable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Disconnect from the mains supply before cleaning.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Power Source.

This unit should only be connected to a 220-240V AC 50-60 Hz power supply. Do not connect to any other supply.

Power Lead.

Do not place the lead where it may be stepped on or tripped over. Do not place heavy objects on the lead. If the lead becomes cut or damaged, please disconnect the unit from the mains supply.

The mains plug or the appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

Location.

Place on a solid base such as a shelf or in a TV cabinet or similar. Do not place near heat sources such as radiators, fires or similar.

Do not block ventilation holes or place in a location that does not allow a free airflow.

Do not place the unit near water or in high humidity areas. Avoid splashing. If the unit does get wet please call an approved service agent.

Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

•To prevent electric shock, do not remove any cover.

•If anything goes wrong, don't try and fix it yourself, get a qualified service agent to look at it.

•Do not expose this equipment to dripping or splashing or place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the equipment.

•Never put a naked flame source on or near the equipment.

•Small parts. Do not let young children play with the equipment.

•Do not move your device for 20 seconds after removing the power to ensure that the actuator is completely locked. This helps prevent the media and the heads from accidental damage due to vibration, moving or shipping.

•Do not switch the power ON or OFF, during HDD initialization.

FUNCTIONS

1.Menu Language: English

2.Channel lock, Menu lock

3.Channel list sorted by D-book logical channel numbers.

4.Channel list name editing option.

5.BBC UK Compliant Over Air Download.

6.PIP (Picture in picture)

7.Time shift – pause live TV.

8.One button record (Instant recording of channels).

9.Dual recordings at the same time.

10.Split and series recordings support.

11.Ability to record one channel while watching another channel.

12.X1/4, X1/2, X1, X2, X4, X8, X16, X32 forward and backward play options.

13.Play list shows available recordings (Event name, Start time, Duration, delete/playback permission)

14.Timers list shows scheduled recordings (Event name, Start time, Duration, change/delete/playback permission)

15.Record timer via 7 day EPG

16.Records DVB subtitles (If any are broadcasted by the broadcaster).

17.Automatic/Manual channel search.

18.Guided first time installation.

19.200 channels.

20.Favourite channel lists.

21.Automatic day light saving time updating.

22.MHEG-5 Engine

23.Freeview Playback 2 support.

24.HDMI output (576p, 720p, 1080i).

25.Conditional access.

26.Low Power mode support.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this product. It will give you good service if you take note of all safety notices and recommendations.

Contents supplied :

DIGITAL TV RECORDER	INSTRUCTION BOOK	QUICK SETUP GUIDE
HD163

Remote controller	Batteries
RC 1101	2 x AAA

RF CABLE	SCART CABLE
1 X	1 X

REMOTE CONTROL

1.Press the mark on the cover and slide it in the direction of the arrow.

2.Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the + and - marks inside the battery compartment.

3.Attach the cover and slide it until it clicks into place.

Incorrect use of the batteries may cause them to leak or explode. Please follow the precautions below.

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

•Insert the batteries making sure the polarities correctly match the + and - marks inside the battery compartment.

•Batteries of different types have different properties, therefore do not mix batteries of different types.

•Do not mix new and old batteries.

This may shorten the life of new batteries or may cause old batteries to leak.

•Remove the batteries from the remote control once they have run out, as leaving them in can cause them to leak.

Battery fluid from leaked batteries is harmful to skin, therefore ensure that you wipe them first and then remove them using a cloth.

•Remove the batteries from the remote control if you will not be using the remote control for a long time.

•Comply with the rules accordance of each local government when disposing of worn-out batteries.

Replacement batteries for this unit are 1.5 Volt (R03/AAA).

GETTING STARTED

Before connecting, ensure that the power cord of the unit is unplugged from the AC outlet and turn off the devices to be connected. After making all connections (Diagrams on page 12), turn on the unit first and then the other devices.

"NOTE" - When the unit is first powered up, please wait a short while before activating the receiver as the unit's software needs to be initialised and the hard disk is checked.

You can turn on your unit by pressing the Standby button on the remote control. During starting, a blue light is viewable on the front panel.

The unit is equipped with output terminals that support RGB, S-video and CVBS video signals.The image quality is highest in the order of the RGB signal, the S-video signal and the CVBS video signal.

FRONT AND BACK PANEL

FRONT PANEL

RECORD	MENU		MENU	MENU LEFT
			/PROG	VOL DOWN
			UP		MENU RIGHT
ON/OFF PLAY/PAUSE		OK	MENU		VOL UP
			/PROG

DOWN

BACK PANEL

DO NOT REMOVE

		AUX SCART
ANTENNA 2	ANTENNA 1	LEFT
ANTENNA 2	ANTENNA 1
IN	IN
		TV SCART
			OPTICAL OUT	RS 232
ANTENNA 2	ANTENNA 1	HDMI OUT		AC IN
OUT	OUT
		RIGHT	CVBS

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1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10	11	12
1.	AERIAL 2 IN					:	Loop through
2.	AERIAL 2 OUT					: To watch analogue channels on the TV
3.	AERIAL 1 OUT					:	Loop through
4.	AERIAL 1 IN					:	Aerial input
5.	HDMI OUT					:	HDMI video output
6.	TV SCART					:	TV Scart connection
7.	AUX SCART					: Output for other equipment such as DVD, VCR...etc.
8.	ANALOGUE AUDIO LEFT/RIGHT					:	Analogue Audio output
9.	CVBS					:	Video Output
10.	OPTICAL AUDIO					: Optical Digital Audio Output
11.	RS232					: Software Upgrade (service use only)
12.	POWER SUPPLY					:	220-240V AC, 50 Hz

CONNECTION DIAGRAMS

TV Aerial

VCR / DVD RECORDER

DO NOT REMOVE

LOOP THROUGH

	A U XSC A R T
A N TEN N A 2	LEFT
A N TEN N A 2	A N TEN N A 1
IN	IN
	TV SC A R T
		O PTIC A L O U T	R S 232
A N TEN N A 2	H D M I O U T		A C IN
A N TEN N A 2	A N TEN N A 1
O U T	O U T
	R IG H T	C VB S

Aux

HI-FI	AC3 DIGITAL
	AMPLIFIER
HI-FI

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NOTE: If you use the HDMI connection, you do not need to connect the scart lead as well

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