Humax F2-ACE User Manual
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Notice
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Copyright (Copyright © 2001 HUMAX Corporation)
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.
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Warranty
The information in this document is subject to change without notice. HUMAX does not have any responsibility
for direct, indirect, accidental, necessary and other damage due to your offer or use of the information
contained in this manual.
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Trademarks
VIACCESS™ is a trademark of France Telecom.
CryptoWorks(TM) is a trademark of Philips Electronics N.V.
Irdeto is a trademark of Mindport BV.
Nagravision is a registered trademark of Kundelski S.A.
Conax is a trademark of Telenor Conax AS.
'Dolby' and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
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Thank you for purchasing a HUMAX satellite receiver. Please read this user manual carefully to be able to
safely install, use and maintain the receiver at maximum performance. Keep this user manual next to your
receiver for future reference.
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Notice
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Read this manual carefully and make sure you understand the provided instructions. For your safety, check
what the result each action will be.
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Throughout the whole manual, pay special attention to the following marks that indicate hazardous situations.
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Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury.
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Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could damage the equipment or other apparatus.
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Note
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Indicates additional information to the user to make the user aware of possible problems and
information of any importance to help the user to understand, to use and to maintain the installation.
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To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user
serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or personal injury.
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This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.
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Safety and Warning
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This digital satellite receiver has been manufactured to comply with international safety standards. Please
read the following safety precautions carefully.
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Safety Instructions and Precautions
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1. MAINS SUPPLY
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90 - 250V AC 50/60Hz
Operate your 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
receiver from the mains before you start any maintenance or installation procedures.
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2. OVERLOADING
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Do not overload a wall outlet, extension cord or adapter as this may result in electric fire or shock.
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3. LIQUIDS
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The receiver should not be exposed to any liquids such as dripping or splashing. In addition, no objects
filled with liquids, such as vase, should be placed on the apparatus.
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4. CLEANING
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Disconnect the receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning. Use a light damp cloth (no solvents) to
dust the receiver.
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5. VENTILATION
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The slots on top of the receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit. Do not stand
the receiver on soft furnishings or carpets. Do not stack electronic equipment on top of the receiver.
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6. ATTACHMENTS
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Do not use any unsupported attachments as these may be hazardous or cause damage to the
receiver.
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7. CONNECTION TO THE SATELLITE DISH LNB
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Disconnect the receiver from the mains before connecting or disconnecting the cable from the satellite
dish. Failure to do so can damage the LNB.
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8. CONNECTION TO THE TV
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Disconnect the receiver from the mains before connecting or disconnecting the cable from the satellite
dish. Failure to do so can damage the TV.
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9. EARTHING
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The LNB cable must be buried in the ground. The buried cable of the system must comply with SABS
061.
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10.LOCATION
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Place the receiver 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 these 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 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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11.LIGHTNING, STORM, or NOT IN USE
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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.
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12.EXTRANEOUS OBJECTS
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Do not insert anything through the openings in the unit, where they can touch dangerous voltage points
or damage parts.
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13.REPLACEMENT of PARTS
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When the replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in additional damage to the unit.
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Warning
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1. Follow these directions in order not to damage the power cord or plug.
Do not modify or process the power cord or plug arbitrarily.
Do not bend or twist the power cord too much.
Make sure to disconnect the power cord with the plug held.
Keep heating appliances as far as possible from the power cord in order to prevent the cover vinyl from
melting.
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2. Follow these directions. Failure to follow one of them may cause electrical shock.
Do not open the main body.
Do not insert metals or inflammable objects inside the product.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Disconnect the power cord in case of lightning.
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3. Do not use the product when it is out of order. If you continue to use the product when defective, a
serious damage can be caused to it. Make sure to contact your local product distributor if the product is
out of order.
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4. Please do not insert metal or alien substance into the slots for the modules and smart cards. In doing
so can cause damage to the STB and reduce its life span.
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Contents
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1. Before Using the Receiver
1.1 Package Contents
1.2 Front Panel
1.3 Rear Panel
1.4 Remote Control
1.5 Remote Control
2. Setup
2.1 Connecting the Antenna
2.2 Powering On
3. Installation Wizard
3.1 Language
3.2 Area Setting
3.3 Antenna Setting
3.4 Automatic Search
3.5 Time Setting
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4. Basic Operation
4.1 Switching Channel
4.2 Volume Control
4.3 Motion Still
4.4 Change the Subtitle Language
4.5 Change a Audio Language
4.6 Programme Information (I- plate)
4.7 Option List
5. Channel List
5.1 Displaying and Switching Channel List
5.2 Changing Channel List Group
5.3 Edit Channels
5.4 Edit Favourite Channels
5.5 Channel Change Mode
6. Programme Guide
6.1 Viewing Programme Guide Information
6.2 Finding a Programme
6.3 Viewing Reserved Programme
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7. Setting Preferences
7.1 Parental Control
7.2 Language Setting
7.3 Time Setting
7.4 Schedule
7.5 A/V Control
7.6 UHF Tuning
7.7 Miscellaneous Settings
8. Installation
8.1 Antenna Setting
8.2 Automatic Search
8.3 Manual Search
8.4 Other Search
8.5 Motor Antenna
8.6 Default Setting
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9. Software Update
9.1 OTA (Over the Air)
9.2 S/W Upgrade from PC
10. System Information
10.1 Status
10.2 Signal Detection
11. Games GB71
12. Menu Map GB72
13. Trouble Shooting
13.1 Trouble Shooting
13.2 Error Message
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1. Before Using the Receiver
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This chapter describes detailed instructions on the product and its accessories.
1.1 Package Contents
Please check all package contents before using your receiver.
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Remote Control Unit (1) User's Manual (1)
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Batteries (2) RCA A/V Cable (1)
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Note: Since faults may occur if the remote controller is being left without a battery for a long time, always
keep the battery inserted in the remote controller.
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1. Before Using the Receiver
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1.2 Front Panel
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1. STANDBY Button .
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Switches between Operation and Standby modes.
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2. TV/RADIO Button
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Switches between TV and Radio.
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3. CH - / CH +
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Moves the TV/Radio channel up/down.
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4. STANDBY LED
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Red light is displayed when the product is in the Standby mode.
Green light is displayed when the product is in operation.
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5. TV LED
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Green light is displayed when the receiver is in TV mode.
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6. RADIO LED
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Amber light is displayed when the receiver is in Radio mode.
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1.3 Rear Panel
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1. LNB IN
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Connects a satellite antenna cable.
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2. RS-232C
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Connects to your PC to upgrade product's software programme.
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3. AUDIO L/R
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Connects to your TV or VCR and output Audio signals.
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4. VIDEO
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Connects to your TV or VCR and output Video signals.
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5. RF OUT (Output)
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Connect a RF signal from the product to RF input jack on your TV.
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6. RF IN (Input)
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Connect a general aerial antenna with the cable jacks to the RF input jack on the product.
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Outputs the digital audio signals.
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1.4 Remote Control
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1. SOURCE
2. TV/RADIO
3. NUMERICAL BUTTONS
4. LIST
5. BACK
Note: The available remote controller may vary depending on the regions and models.
6. ARROW BUTTONS
7. OPT+ (OPTION)
8. SOUNDTRACK
9. CH-/CH+ and PAGE-/PAGE+
10. MENU
11. G (Game)
12. STANDBY
13. GUIDE
14. EXIT
15. OK
16. FREEZE
17. SUBTITLE
18. V-/V+
19. i (Information)
20. MUTE
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1. SOURCE
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Selects the input source between TV and
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2. TV/RADIO
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Switches between TV and Radio modes.
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3. NUMERICAL (0~9) BUTTONS
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Enters a TV/Radio channel number or
menu option number.
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4. LIST
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Displays the channel list.
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5. BACK
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Returns to the previous menu and
screen.
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6. ARROW BUTTONS
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Changes the channel or move the cursor
to the up, down, left or right menu option.
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7. OPT+ (OPTION)
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Displays the channel attributes during
watching a programme.
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8. SOUNDTRACK
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Displays the Soundtrack.
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9. CH-/CH+ and PAGE-/PAGE+
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Changes the Channel or Page.
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10.MENU
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Displays the main menu.
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11.G (Game)
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Displays the Game.
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12.STANDBY
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Switches between Operation and
Standby modes.
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13.GUIDE
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Displays the Programme Guide.
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14.EXIT
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Exits the main menu or Guide screen.
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15.OK
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Selects a menu, or confirms the selected
operation. And displays the channel list
during watching a programme.
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16.FREEZE
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Freezes the TV screen you are watching.
Play the audio continuously.
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17.SUBTITLE
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Changes the subtitle language.
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18.V-/V+
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Adjusts the audio volume.
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19.i (INFORMATION)
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Displays the information about the
channel and programme.
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20.MUTE
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Pauses the audio temporarily. That is,
volumes on/off temporarily.
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1.5 Remote Control
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1. POSITIONER
2. DTV
3. NUMERICAL BUTTONS
4. LIST
5. BACK
6. ARROW BUTTONS
Note: If you play game, select GAME in MENU.
7. OPT+ (OPTION)
8. SOUNDTRACK
9. CH-/CH+ and PAGE-/PAGE+
10. MENU
11. TV/RADIO
12. SOURCE
13. STANDBY
14. GUIDE
15. EXIT
16. OK
17. FREEZE
18. SUBTITLE
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20. i (INFORMATION)
21. MUTE
22. POSITIONER BUTTONS
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1. POSITIONER
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Control the positioner.
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Control the receiver.
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3. NUMERICAL (0~9) BUTTONS
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Enters a TV/Radio channel number or
menu option number.
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4. LIST
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Displays the channel list.
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5. BACK
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Returns to the previous menu and
screen.
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6. ARROW BUTTONS
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Changes the channel or move the cursor
to the up, down, left or right menu option.
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7. OPT+ (OPTION)
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Displays the channel attributes during
watching a programme.
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8. SOUNDTRACK
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Displays the Soundtrack.
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9. CH-/CH+ and PAGE-/PAGE+
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Changes the Channel or Page.
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10.MENU
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Displays the main menu.
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11.TV/RADIO
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Switches between TV and Radio modes.
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12.SOURCE
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Selects the input source between TV and
satellite receiver.
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13.STANDBY
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Switches between Operation and
Standby modes.
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14.GUIDE
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Displays the Programme Guide.
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15.EXIT
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Exits the main menu or Guide screen.
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16.OK
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Selects a menu, or confirms the selected
operation. And displays the channel list
during watching a programme.
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17.FREEZE
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Freezes the TV screen you are watching.
Play the audio continuously.
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18.SUBTITLE
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Changes the subtitle language.
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19.V-/V+
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Adjusts the audio volume.
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20.i (INFORMATION)
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Displays the information about the
channel and programme.
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21.MUTE
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Pauses the audio temporarily. That is,
volumes on/off temporarily.
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22.POSITIONER BUTTONS
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Supports SUPERJACK and GOLDSUN
positioner.
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This chapter describes how to set up the receiver. Select the most appropriate procedure depending on your
requirements.
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Note: If you encounter any problem when setting up the receiver, please contact your local product
distributor.
2.1 Connecting the Antenna
1. Connecting TV
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This is the most simple setup mode.
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2. Connecting Hi-Fi system 1
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Connect the outputs on this receiver to corresponding inputs on your Hi-Fi system. (left audio out to left
audio in, right audio out to right audio in)
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2.2 Powering On
1. Connect the power cord of the receiver to a wall outlet.
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2. Power on by pressing the STANDBY button at Remote
Controller.
The Standby LED indicator is turned on Green.
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When powering on your receiver for the first time after purchasing, the Installation Wizard is automatically
started.
You can easily set-up using simple organisation and options, and watch the broadcasting after completing the
set-up procedure. You can select items using the NUMERICAL (0~9) buttons.
Note: If you select Back while running the Installation Wizard and then Press the OK or BACK
button, you can return to the previous screen.
3.1 Language
You can select Menu, Audio, and the subtitled 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 and move to the next step Area Setting .
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3.2 Area Setting
You can select area.
Select the appropriate area from the list using the button and
press the OK button.
3.3 Antenna Setting
You can set the antenna's properties to watch the programme.
1. Select the Satellite which the antenna points to. Press the OK
or button to display Satellites List. Select Satellite using
the button, and press the OK button.
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2. Set the LNB Frequency value
Press the OK or button to display LNB Frequency List.
Select LNB Frequency using the button, and press the
OK button.
If you cannot find the LNB Frequency value from the list, select
User Define, manually enter the frequency using the
NUMERICAL (0~9) button, and then press the OK button.
3. Set up 22kHz Tone.
Select 22kHz Tone using the button, and press the OK
or button to change the setting. When using 22kHz tone
switch, select Enable. Otherwise, select Disable.
4. Select DiSEqC switch.
Select DiSEqC item using the button, and press the OK
or button to display DiSEqC Switch List.
Select DiSEqC Switch using the button and then press the
OK button.
5. When you complete the setting, select Next using the
button and press the OK button to start Automatic Search.
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• If the antenna is correctly set up, the level at signal strength bar and quality bar, which are located at
the bottom of the screen, are generally moved up.
• If you encounter any problems or questions when setting up the antenna, please contact your local
product installer or distributor.
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3.4 Automatic Search
You can automatically search for satellites according to the Antenna Setting.
Please wait for finishing the Automatic Search. If you want to stop the
Automatic Search, select the OK button.
If the Automatic Search is stopped or finished, the selected result is
automatically saved and go to the next step.
3.5 Time Setting
You can set the current time.
Press the OK or button to display the values for GMT Offset.
Select the appropriate GMT Offset value using the button and
press the OK button to set the current time. Check the current time
at the bottom of the screen to see if it's correctly set up. Then select
Next using the button and press the OK button to finish
Installation Wizard.
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Warning: Press the EXIT button to save the previous input information and exit the Installation Wizard
when running the Installation wizard. If you exit the Install Wizard without fully completing the
setting procedures, you may not watch any broadcasting normally. In this case, you can use the
Menu - Installation - Antenna Setting and Channel Search menu to configure your receiver as
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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 CH-/CH+ button.
2. Enter your desired channel numeric using the NUMERICAL (0~9) buttons to move to the channel
directly.
3. Press the TV/RADIO button to switch between TV channel and Radio channel.
Note: You can switch channel using Programme Guide or Channel List. Please refer to Chapter 5 and 6 for
more information.
4.2 Volume Control
1. Press the V-/V+ buttons to adjust the audio volume.
2. Press the MUTE button to stop the sound temporarily.
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Press the FREEZE button at remote controller to pause the current programme. Press the FREEZE
button again to continue the programme.
4.4 Change the Subtitle Language
If the current programme provides Subtitle information, you can select the language for the Subtitle.
1. Press the SUBTITLE button to display the subtitle language
list.
2. Select your desired subtitle language using the button, and
press the OK button. Then the subtitle will be displayed in
the selected language at the bottom of the screen.
3. Select OFF from the subtitle language list not to display subtitle
from the screen.
Note: You can select a default subtitle language by selecting MENU - Preferences - Language Setting -
Subtitle Language.
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4.5 Change an Audio Language
If the current programme is available in multiple audio languages, you can select the language that you wish
to listen in.
1. Press the SOUNDTRACK button to display Soundtrack
List.
2. Select your desired audio language using the button to
change Audio immediately.
3. Select Audio Direction (left, right, stereo) using the button.
Note: You can select your desired default audio language by selecting MENU - Preferences -
Language Setting -Audio Language.
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Programme information is always displayed for a specific period of time whenever you switch channels. You
can view the programme information by pressing the i button while watching a programme. Press the
EXIT button to hide the I-plate.
1. General Information
The General Information is displayed as following on the screen.
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1. Channel number and channel name
2. Programme name
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Displayed only if this programme is reserved.
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Represents parental level. It indicates the minimum level of ages that the programme is
targeted at.
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4. Current time
5. Detail programme information: displayed if detailed programme information is provided.
6. Signal strength and signal quality : indicates signal level.
7. Satellite name or channel change mode : If you select All channels by selecting MENU - Edit
channels - Channel Change Mode the Satellite name, which the current channel is belonged to, is
displayed; if you select Within the current channel list, the channel list, which user selected, is
displayed.
8. Programme broadcasting time and progress bar : displays programme playing time and progress bar.
9. Next programme Information : displayed if next programme information is provided. Press the button
to display the next programme information.
Note: If there is no available programme information, programme information is not displayed.
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2. Detail Programme Information
You can see detailed information about the current programme. Press the i button where I-plate is
displayed to view detailed information.
Note:
• Press the i button again to hide the information box.
• If the programme information is more than one page, use
button to move to the previous or next page.
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4.7 Option List
You can view and confirm detailed information about the current channel and change the information in
necessary.
Note: Press the OPT+ button when the channel list is displayed to view Option List. Then the following
functions in the option list are performed to the current channel where cursor is located.
1. Add a channel to favourite group.
You can add current channel to the Favourite group immediately. Also, you can add a channel to multiple
Favourite groups.
1. Press the OPT+ button.
2. Select Favourite using the button, and press the OK
or button.
3. Select Favourite Group using the button and press the
OK button to register for Favourite Group
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4. Press the OK button again on the selected Favourite Group
to release the registered channel.
5. Move to the parent menu using the button to save the changes
automatically.
Note: For detailed information about how to change Favourite Group's name and how to register Favourite
Channel for the whole channels, refer to Chapter 5.
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2. Lock/Unlock a Channel
You can lock or unlock the current channel while watching a programme.
1. Press the OPT+ button.
2. Select Lock using the button, and press the OK or
button.
3. Select Lock option using the button, and press the OK
button.
4. Select Unlock option using the button, and press the OK
button.
5. You will be prompted to enter your Password. Enter your
password to unlock the channel.
6. Move to the parent menu using the button to save the changes
automatically.
Note: When switching to the Locked Channel, you must enter the
password to watch a programme.
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3. Delete a Channel
You can delete the current channel while watching a programme.
1. Press the OPT+ button.
2. Select Delete using the button, and press the OK or
button.
3. Select Yes in the confirmation message and press the OK
button.
4. Enter password using the NUMERICAL (0~9) buttons to delete
the current channel and move to the next channel.
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