Humax DVR-9900C User Manual

Digital Video-Recorder

DVR-9900C

User’s Manual

Notice

Not to be copied, used or translated in part or whole without HUMAX's prior consent in writing except approval of ownership of copyright and copyright law.

Warranty

The warranty does not cover parts which may become defective due to misuse of the information contained in this manual.

Trademarks

Nagravision is a registered trademark of KUDELSKI S.A.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

'Dolby' and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

“This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.”

Thank you for purchasing a HUMAX product. Please read this user’s manual carefully to be able to safely install, use and maintain the product at maximum performance. Keep this user’s manual next to your product for future reference. The information in this user’s manual is subject to change without notice.

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Notice

Read this manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions provided. For your safety, be aware of the following precautions.

Warnings, Cautions and Notes

Warning

Indicates a hazardous situation which could result in serious injury.

Caution

Indicates a situation which could damage the equipment or other apparatus.

Note

Indicates additional information to make the user aware of possible problems and information of any importance to help understand, use and maintain the installation.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user

serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

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Safety Warning

This product has been manufactured to comply with international safety standards. Please read the following safety precautions carefully.

Safety Instructions and Precautions

1. MAINS SUPPLY

90-250V AC 50/60Hz Operate this product only from the type of power supply indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your local power company. Disconnect the product from the mains before you start any maintenance or installation procedures.

2. OVERLOADING

Do not overload a wall outlet, extension cord or adapter as this may result in electric fire or shock.

3. LIQUID

The product should not be exposed to liquid of any kind. In addition, no objects filled with liquid should be placed on the apparatus.

4. CLEANING

Disconnect the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a light damp cloth (no solvents) to dust the product.

5. VENTILATION

The slots on top of the product must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow into the unit. Do not stand the product on soft furnishings or carpets. Do not stack electronic equipments on top of the product.

6. ATTACHMENTS

Do not use any unsupported attachments as these may be hazardous or cause damage to the product.

7. CONNECTION TO THE CABLE TV SIGNAL

Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. Always turn off the product, TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.

8. CONNECTION TO THE TV

Disconnect the product from the mains before connecting or disconnecting the cable from the TV. Failure to do so can damage the TV.

9. LOCATION

• Place the product indoors to avoid exposing it to lightning, rain or sun.

• Do not place it near a radiator or heat register.

• Make sure it has more than 10 cm clearance from any appliances susceptible to electromagnetic influences, such as a TV or a VCR.

• Do not block the openings with any object, and do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.

• If you place the product on a rack or a bookcase, ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that you have followed the manufacturer’s instructions for mounting.

• Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table where it can fall.

• A falling product can cause serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.

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Safety Warning

10.LIGHTNING, STORM or NOT IN USE

Unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna during a thunderstorm or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-surges.

11.EXTRANEOUS OBJECTS

Do not insert anything through the openings in the unit, where they can touch dangerous voltage points or damage parts.

12.REPLACEMENT of PARTS

When replacement of parts is required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorised substitution may result in additional damage to the unit.

Warning

• Follow these directions in order to avoid damage of the power cord or plug.

• Do not modify or process the power cord or plug arbitrarily.

• Do not bend or twist the power cord.

• Make sure to disconnect the power cord holding the plug.

• Keep heating appliances as far as possible from the power cord in order to prevent the cover vinyl from melting.

• The main plug shall remain readily operable.

• Follow these directions. Failure to follow any of them may cause electrical shock.

• Do not open the main body.

• Do not insert metal or inflammable objects inside the product.

• Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

• Disconnect the power cord in case of lightning.

• Do not use the product when it is out of order. If you continue to use the product when defective, serious damage can be caused to it. Make sure to contact your local product distributor if the product is out of order.

• Please do not insert metal or alien substance into the slots for the modules or Smartcards. It may cause damage to the product and reduce its life span.

• Hard Disk Drive Do not move the product or turn the power off suddenly while the hard disk drive is running. The company shall not be liable for any corruption of data on the hard disk drive caused by the carelessness or misuse of users.

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Contents

1. Before Using the Product ..................................................... GB8

1.1 Package Contents ..................................................... GB8

1.2 Front Panel ........................................................... GB9

1.3 Conditional Access .................................................... GB10

1.4 Rear Panel ........................................................... GB11

1.5 Remote Control ....................................................... GB12

1.6 Inserting Batteries ..................................................... GB14

2. Setup ........................................................................ GB15

2.1 Connecting the Cable .................................................. GB15

2.2 Connecting the TV..................................................... GB16

2.3 Connecting the TV and VCR ............................................ GB18

2.4 Powering On.......................................................... GB19

3. Installation Wizard............................................................ GB20

3.1 Language ............................................................ GB20

3.3 Software Update ...................................................... GB21

3.4 Result ............................................................... GB21

4. Basic Operation .............................................................. GB22

4.1 Switching Channel..................................................... GB22

4.2 Volume Control ....................................................... GB22

4.3 Programme Information (i-plate) ......................................... GB23

4.4 Option List............................................................ GB25

4.5 Pay Per View (PPV) ................................................... GB29

5.PVR......................................................................... GB30

5.1 TSR (Time Shifted Recording) .......................................... GB30

5.2 Recording ............................................................ GB33

5.3 Playback ............................................................. GB34

6. Channel List ................................................................. GB35

6.1 Category List ......................................................... GB35

6.2 Bouquet List .......................................................... GB36

6.3 Favourite List ......................................................... GB36

6.4 Alphabet List.......................................................... GB36

7. Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)............................................ GB37

7.1 Using EPG ........................................................... GB37

7.2 List Type ............................................................. GB38

7.3 Recording Using EPG.................................................. GB38

7.4 Schedule ............................................................. GB39

7.5 Finding Programmes................................................... GB41

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8. Service Menu ................................................................ GB42

8.1 PIN-Code Change ..................................................... GB42

8.2 Smartcard ............................................................ GB43

8.3 System .............................................................. GB43

8.4 Search ............................................................... GB44

8.5 Picture ............................................................... GB45

8.6 Dolby Digital .......................................................... GB46

8.7 Startup Channel....................................................... GB47

8.8 Hotlinelist ............................................................ GB48

9. Record Menü................................................................. GB49

9.1 Recorded List ......................................................... GB49

9.2 Recording Schedule ................................................... GB52

9.3 HDD Control .......................................................... GB53

10. Preferences ................................................................. GB54

10.1 Language Setting .................................................... GB54

10.2 Time Setting ......................................................... GB56

10.3 A/V Setting .......................................................... GB58

10.4 Other Settings ....................................................... GB59

11. Edit Channels ............................................................... GB60

11.1 Edit Favourite Channels ............................................... GB60

12. Installation .................................................................. GB64

12.1 Automatic Search .................................................... GB64

12.2 Linear Search........................................................ GB66

12.3 Manual Search....................................................... GB67

12.4 Search .............................................................. GB69

12.5 Factory Reset........................................................ GB70

13. Software Update ............................................................ GB71

13.1 OTA (Over the Air) ................................................... GB71

14. Universal Remote Control .................................................... GB72

14.1 Universal Setup for Operation with TV Unit .............................. GB72

14.2 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) .................................... GB74

14.3 USING THE UNIVERSAL REMOTE CONTROL .......................... GB75

15. Menu Map .................................................................. GB81

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16. Troubleshooting ............................................................ GB82

16.1 Trouble Shooting ..................................................... GB82

16.2 Error Message ....................................................... GB85

17. Specification ................................................................ GB86

18. Glossary .................................................................... GB87

19. Service and Support ......................................................... GB88

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1. Before Using the Product

1.BeforeUsing theProduct

This chapter provides detail instructions on the product and its accessories.

1.1 Package Contents

Please check all package contents before using your product.

Front Panel

Remote Control SCART Cable Batteries

User's Manual RF Cable

Note:

• Faults may occur if the remote control is left without battery for a long time. Always keep the battery inserted in the remote control.

• Package contents may vary according to area.

• A hard disk drive connected to this product will be unusable in a PC by the security policy of operator.

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1. Before Using the Product

1.2 Front Panel

1. STANDBY BUTTON Switches receiver on/off in standby mode.

2. RECORD BUTTON Records programme.

3. PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON Plays or pauses programme.

4. TV/RADIO BUTTON Switches between TV and radio stations.

5. P-/P+ BUTTON Switches to next/previous station.

6. VOL-/VOL+ BUTTON Adjusts the audio volume.

7. SMARTCARD SLOT A slot for a Smartcard

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1. Before Using the Product

1.3 Conditional Access

Although some TV and radio channels are free to air, most TV and radio/music channels are available on a subscription basis and can only be enjoyed via a Conditional Access component. The Conditional Access component is a removable Smartcard.

1. Inserting the Smartcard

The Smartcard looks similar to a credit card and is inserted into the slot behind the right-hand front flap of the product. A valid Smartcard entitles you to view and listen to all the channels you choose to subscribe to. The Smartcard slot on the product can be used for Nagravision Smartcard only.

1. Open the right-hand flap on the front panel of the product. Swing it upwards to expose the card slot.

2. Hold the Smartcard horizontally with the electronic chip (small square-shaped, gold in colour) facing upwards.

3. Insert the Smartcard into the slot.

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1. Before Using the Product

1.4 Rear Panel

1. CABLE IN Connects a network cable.

2. CABLE OUT Connects to the RF IN of the TV or VCR using a RF cable.

3. TV SCART Connects to the TV using a TV SCART cable.

4. VCR SCART Connects to the VCR or DVD using a VCR SCART cable.

5. VIDEO Connects to the TV or VCR using a VIDEO cable.

6. AUDIO L/R Connects to the TV or VCR using a AUDIO cable.

7. RS-232C Connects to the PC to update software.

8. S/PDIF Connects to the audio system using an S/PDIF cable. (digital audio)

9. ON/OFF Powers on/off.

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1. Before Using the Product

1.5 Remote Control

1. KDG Switches remote control to receiver mode to operate receiver and also exits all menus.

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2. TV LED

Lights up when remote control is switched to TV mode and each time pushing a button sends a signal to TV.

1. Before Using the Product

3. TV Switches remote control to TV mode to operate TV.

4. MUTE Audio mute on/off.

5. TV/Radio Switches between TV and radio stations. Switches to AV when in TV mode.

6. COLOUR BUTTONS Select functions displayed in EPG and in station list.

7. Liste Display/hide station list.

8. EPG Display/hide electronic program guide (EPG).

9. V+/V- Volume level higher/lower.

10.ARROW BUTTONS Navigate in menu, EPG, station list and zapping window (right/left or up/down).

11.OK Confirm selection.

12.Rec Records programme.

13.FAST REWIND Rewinds at high speed. Each time you press this button, the rewind speed is increased.

14.PLAY/PAUSE Plays at normal speed or resumes.

Note: This remote control can also control your TV. To set the remote control for your TV, please

refer to Chapter 14. Universal Remote Control.

15.NUMERIC(0-9) BUTTONS

Enter selection such as PIN number or station number.

16.Menü

Display/hide main menu.

17.STANDBY

Switches receiver on/off in standby mode.

18.Opt

Display options window.

19.PPV

Display/hide Pay Per View offerings (if offerings available).

20.P+/P-

Switch to next/previous station. Scrolls through pages in station list and EPG.

21.i (INFORMATION)

Display zapping window. Display/hide extended program information in zapping window or EPG.

22.Zurück

Return to previous menu page or exit menu. Return to station last selected if watching TV.

23.FAST FORWARD

Fast forwards at high speed. Each time you press this button, the fast forward speed is increased.

24.TELETEXT

Display/hide Videotext (if selected station offers Videotext).

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1. Before Using the Product

1.6 Inserting Batteries

Before using the remote control, insert both included AAA batteries as follows:

1. Remove the cover.

2. Insert the batteries according to the illustration. Check that the polarity (+/-) is correct.

3. Replace the cover.

Note:

• Do not leave dead batteries in the remote control.

• Always replace the batteries together.

• Dispose of dead batteries in an environmentally-friendly fashion.

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2. Setup

2.Setup

This chapter describes how to connect the product to the TV with the particular equipments for gaining optimum signal quality. The product provides various interfaces to connect to the TV, VCR or other devices. Select the most appropriate procedure depending on the equipment you have.

Note: If you encounter any problems setting up your product, please contact your local product

2.1 Connecting the Cable

Connect your CATV line to the CABLE IN.

distributor.

Note: Connect the product and the TV using a RF cable to watch analogue channels.

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2. Setup

2.2 Connecting the TV

1. Using SCART Cable

Connect the product and the TV using a SCART cable.

Note: Connecting your TV directly to the audio/video output of the product will assure a more vivid

picture and enhance your viewing enjoyment.

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2. Setup

2. Using AUDIO/VIDEO Cable

Connect the product and the TV using a AUDIO/VIDEO cable.

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2. Setup

2.3 Connecting the TV and VCR

1. Using SCART Cable

Connect the product and the TV/VCR using a SCART cable.

Note: Connecting your TV directly to the audio/video output of the product will assure a more vivid

picture and enhance your viewing enjoyment.

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2. Setup

2.4 Powering On

1. Connect the power cord of the product to a wall outlet.

2. Turn on the power switch located at the back left of the product.

3. Power on by pressing the STANDBY button of the remote control or the STANDBY button at the front of the product.

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3. Installation Wizard

3.InstallationWizard

When powering on the product for the first time after purchasing, the installation wizard will operate automatically.

You can easily set-up using simple organisation and options, and watch the broadcasting after completing the set-up procedure.

3.1 Language

Select the appropriate language from the list using the button and press the OK button to save the selected language as a default language for menu, subtitle and audio.

3.2 Search

You can automaically search channels without entering any other information.

1. Please wait while the search continues.

2. When channel search is complete, the results will appear.

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3. Installation Wizard

3.3 Software Update

You can check the current software version and update new software.

1. When new software is detected, a message will pop up to notify that a new software is found.

2. Select Immediate and press the OK updating immediately. Select Later and press the OK

button to update later (stand-by). Select Refuse and

press the OK

3. Software download starts. Please wait until the update is completed.

4. When software update is complete, the product is automatically powered off and on again.

button if not needed.

button to start

Note: You can delay the software update up to 3 times

when you select Refuse.

3.4 Result

The installation wizard is completed.

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4. Basic Operation

4.BasicOperation

This chapter describes functions such as switching channel, volume control and basic features for watching programmes.

4.1 Switching Channel

You can switch the current channel using one of the following methods.

1. Press the P+/P-

2. Enter the channel number using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons to move to the channel directly.

3. Press the TV/Radio

Note:

• The channel will be switched in the last channel group you have watched. Please refer to Chapter 6. Channel List.

• To return to the previous channel, press the Zurück

• You can switch channel using the channel list or EPG. For more information, please refer to 6. Channel List and 7. EPG.

4.2 Volume Control

1. Press the V+/V- button to adjust the audio volume.

2. Press the MUTE temporarily.

Note: The mute function remains set while you switch

channels.

button.

button to switch between TV channel and radio channel.

button.

button to stop the audio

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4. Basic Operation

4.3 Programme Information (i-plate)

Programme information is displayed for a certain period of time whenever you switch channels. You can view the programme information by pressing the i or OK button while watching a

programme.

1. General Information

General information is displayed as follows on the screen.

1. Channel number and channel name

2. Previous/next channel

3. Detail programme information

4. Programme name

5. Current channel list

6. Current time and date

7. Present/following programme

8. Programme broadcasting time

9. Icons

Displayed only if the programme is recording.

Displayed only if this programme is reserved.

Represents parental level. Indicates the minimum level of age for viewing the programme.

Displayed only when subtitle information is available.

Displayed only when there is any teletext information.

Displayed only when the channel is a scrambled channel.

Select a programme and press the OK button. Then you can record the programme if it is on air or reserve it if it is the future programme.

Note: If there is no programme information available, programme information is not displayed.

Displayed only when the programme is broadcast in Dolby Digital.

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4. Basic Operation

2. Detailed Programme Information

You can see the detailed information about the current programme.

Note:

• Press the i button again to hide the information box.

• Press the Zurück programme information.

• If the detailed programme information is more than one page, use the

page.

button to hide the detailed

button to move to the previous/next

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4. Basic Operation

4.4 Option List

You can set options such as audio, multifeed, NVOD, teletext and subtitle language.

1. Audio

You can select the language you prefer in Audio if the current programme is available in multiple audio languages.

1. Press the Opt button.

2. Select Audio using the button.

3. Select the audio language you prefer using the button and press the OK button.

4. Select audio direction (left, right, stereo) using the OK

button.

button and press the

Note: If the programme is broadcast in Dolby Digital, you

cannot set the audio direction.

2. Multifeed

You can choose from a choice of camera angles to watch the screen from different camera perspectives while watching a sports transmission. Different options are provided to view single matches or federal league games.

1. Press the Opt button.

2. Select Multifeed using the button.

3. Select the required option using the press the OK

button.

button and press the

button and

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4. Basic Operation

3. NVOD (Near Video On Demand)

You can view the start of popular programmes or films within a short period from the time you make your selection. This is possible as the broadcaster sends multiple copies with staggered start times.

1. Press the Opt button.

2. Select NVOD using the button.

3. Select the required item using the the OK

button.

button and press the

button and press

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