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
This warranty does not cover parts which may become defective due to misuse of the
information contained in this manual.
**
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 Kudelski 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.
**
Thank you for purchasing a HUMAX product. Please read this user manual carefully to be
able to safely install, use and maintain the product at maximum performance. Keep this user
manual next to your product for future reference. The information in this document is subject
to change without notice.
GB 1
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
Throughout the whole manual, pay special attention to the following marks that indicate
hazardous situations.
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•
Warning
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in (serious) injury.
•
Caution
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, 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 your product 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 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. LIQUIDS
**
The product 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.
**
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 the unit. Do
not stand the product on soft furnishings or carpets. Do not stack electronic equipment
on top of the product.
**
6. ATTACHMENTS
**
Do not use any unsupported attachments as these may be hazardous or cause damage
the product.
**
7. CONNECTION TO THE CABLE TV SIGNAL AND TV
**
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. 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 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 from 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
**
9. LIGHTNING, STORM, or NOT IN USE
**
Unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable 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.
**
10. EXTRANEOUS OBJECTS
**
Do not insert anything through the openings in the unit, where they can touch dangerous
voltage points or damage parts
**
11. REPLACEMENT of PARTS
**
When 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 substitution may result in additional damage to the unit.
**
**
Warning
1. 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 mains plug shall remain readily operable.
2. Follow these directions. Failure to follow any 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.
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 toit. Make sure to contact your local product
distributor if the product is out of order.
4. Please do not insert metal or alien substance into the slots for the modules and
Smartcards. It may cause damage to the product and reduce its life span.
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Contents
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1. Before Using the Product
2. Setup
3. Installation Wizard
4. Basic Operation
5. Channel List
6. Programme Guide
1.1 Package Contents
1.2 Front Panel
1.3 Conditional Access
1.4 Rear Panel
1.5 Remote Control
2.1 Connecting the Cable
2.2 Powering On
3.1 Language
3.2 Channel Search
3.3 Result
4.1 Switching Channel
4.2 Volume Control
4.3 Subtitle
4.4 Audio
4.5 Teletext
4.6 Programme Information (i-plate)
4.7 Option List
5.1 Displaying and Switching Channel List
5.2 Edit Channels
5.3 Edit Favourite Channels
5.4 Channel Change Mode
6.1 Viewing Programme Guide Information
6.2 Finding a Programme
6.3 Viewing Reserved Programme
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Contents
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7. Setting Preferences
8. Installation
9. Software Update
10. System Information
11. GamesGB54
12. Menu MapGB55
13. Troubleshooting
14. SpecificationGB59
15. GlossaryGB61
16. Service and SupportGB62
7.1 Parental Control
7.2 Language Setting
7.3 Time Setting
7.4 Schedule
7.5 A/V Control
7.6 Miscellaneous Settings
8.1 Channel Search
8.2 Software Update
8.3 Default Setting
9.1 OTA (Over the Air)
10.1 Status
10.2 Signal Detection
10.3 Conditional Access
10.4 Mail Messages
13.1 Troubleshooting
13.2 Error Message
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1. Before Using the Product
**
This chapter provides detailed instructions on the product and its accessories.
1.1 Package Contents
Please check all package contents before using the product.
**
**
Remote ControlBatteries
**
SCART CableUser's Manual
**
Note:
•Faults may occur if the remote control is being left without a battery for a long time.
Always keep the battery inserted in the remote control.
•Package contents may vary according to area.
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1. Before Using the Product
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1.2 Front Panel
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**
1. STANDBY LED
**
Red light is emitted when the product is in standby mode.
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2. TV LED
**
Green light is emitted when the product is in TV mode.
**
3. RADIO LED
**
Amber light is emitted when the product is in radio mode.
**
4. STANDBY Button
**
Switches between operation and standby modes.
**
5. TV/RADIO Button
**
Switches between TV and radio.
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6. CH-/CH+ Button
**
Moves the TV/radio channel up/down.
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7. SMARTCARD SLOT
**
Slot for a Smartcard.
**
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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.
1. Open the right-hand flap on the front panel of the product. Swing it down wards to
expose the card slot.
2. Hold the Smartcard horizontally with the electronic chip (small square-shaped, gold in
colour) facing downwards.
3. Insert the Smartcard into the top slot until the card is completely in.
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1. Before Using the Product
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1.4 Rear Panel
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**
1. CABLE IN
**
Connects a cable to the CABLE input jack of the product.
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2. TV/VCR
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Connects the RF input jack of the TV/VCR to the product.
**
3. TV SCART
**
Connects to a TV SCART cable.
**
4. VCR SCART
**
Connects to a VCR SCART cable.
**
5. RS-232C
**
Connects to the PC to update the software programme of the product.
**
6. S/PDIF
**
Outputs the digital audio signals(S/PDIF).
**
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1.5 Remote Control
1. SOURCE
**
Controls the input of TV.
**
2. TV/RADIO
**
Switches between TV and radio modes.
3. NUMERIC(0~9) BUTTONS
**
Enters a TV/radio channel number or
menu option number.
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4. LIST
**
Displays the channel list.
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1. Before Using the Product
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5. BACK
**
Returns to the previous menu and
screen.
**
6. ARROW BUTTONS
**
Changes the channel or moves the
cursor up, down, left or right.
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7. OPT+ (OPTION)
**
Displays the channel attributes while
watching a programme.
**
8. AUDIO
**
Displays the audio list.
**
9. CH-/CH+ or PAGE-/PAGE+
**
Changes the channel or page.
**
10. MENU
**
Displays the main menu.
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11. STANDBY
**
Switches between operation and
standby modes.
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12. GUIDE
**
Displays the programme guide.
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13. EXIT
**
Exits all On-Screen Display (OSD)
screens.
**
14. OK
**
Selects a menu, or confirms the selected
operation. And displays the channel list
while watching a programme.
15. FREEZE
**
Freezes the TV screen you are
watching. Play the audio continuously.
**
16. SUBTITLE
**
Displays the subtitle language list.
**
17. V-/V+
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Adjusts the audio volume.
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18. MUTE
**
Mutes or unmutes the audio temporarily.
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19. i (INFORMATION/INDEX)
**
Displays the information about the
channel and programme in normal
viewing mode. Moves to the index page
in teletext mode.
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20. WIDE
**
Changes the display format.
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21. G (Game)
**
Displays games.
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22. TELETEXT
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a.SUB-PAGE
Search the sub-page in teletext
mode. If it is not in the teletext
mode, display the current time.
b.TELETEXT ON/OFF
Switches between teletext and
TV modes.
c.DOUBLE
Displays the text size as double
size.
d.MIX
Adjusts transparency of teletext
screen.
e.REVEAL
Displays the concealed
information.
f.HOLD
Holds the current page not
updating it.
g.CANCEL
Hides the teletext leaving only the
page number.
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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 distributor.
2.1 Connecting the Cable
1. Connecting TV
This is the most simple setup mode.
**
**
•Connect your CATV line to the CABLE IN socket on the product for receiving cable
services.
•The TV SCART is connected as in the figure above.
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2. Setup
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2. Connecting TV/VCR with 2 SCARTs
This is the optimal way to connect the product.
**
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3. Connecting Hi-Fi system
If you wish to connect S/PDIF to the optical S/PDIF terminal and Dolby Digital decoder to listen
to digital audio, connect as the following.
**
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2. Setup
**
2.2 Powering On
1. Connect the power cord of the product to a wall outlet.
**
**
2. Power on by pressing the STANDBYbutton on the remote control or the STANDBY
button on the front of the product.
**
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3. Installation Wizard
**
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. You can select items using the NUMERIC(0~9) buttons.
**
Note:
•If you press the BACK
running the installation wizard, you can return to the previous screen.
•The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
3.1 Language
Select the appropriate language from the list using the
button and press the OKbutton to save the
selected language as a default language for menu,
subtitle and audio.
button or select Back and press the OKbutton while
3.2 Channel Search
You can search channels automatically or manually. If you select manual search, you have to
set parameters for search.
•Frequency: Enter the frequency using the
NUMERIC(0-9) buttons and press the OK
button.
•Symbol Rate: Select the symbol rate using the
•Network ID : Enter the network ID using the
**
Select Next and press the OKbutton to start channel search.
button and press the OKor button.
If the required value is not listed, then select
User Define and enter the value using the
NUMERIC(0~9) buttons.
NUMERIC(0-9) buttons and press the OK
button.
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3. Installation Wizard
**
Please wait for finishing the channel search. If you
want to stop the operation during search, press the OK
button.
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Select Save and press the OKbutton to save the
result and go to the next step.
3.3 Result
It displays the default language, country, time offset
and channel search result.
Select Finish using the
button to complete the installation wizard.
button and press the OK
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4. Basic Operation
**
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+
2. Enter the channel number using the NUMERIC(0~9) buttons to move to the channel
directly.
3. Press the TV/RADIO
**
Note: You can switch channel using the channel list or programme guide. For more
information, please refer to Chapter 5. Channel List and 6 Programme Guide.
4.2 Volume Control
1. Press the V-/V+orbutton to adjust the audio volume.
2. Press the MUTE
**
Note: The mute function remains set while you switch channels.
4.3 Subtitle
orbutton.
button to switch between TV channel and radio channel.
button to stop the audio temporarily.
If the current programme provides subtitle information, you can select the language for the
subtitle.
1. Press the SUBTITLEbutton to display the
subtitle language list.
2. Select a subtitle language using the
button and press the OKbutton. Then the
subtitle will be displayed in the selected
language at the bottom of the screen.
3. Select Off from the subtitle language list to hide
subtitle from the screen.
**
Note: You can select a default subtitle language in MENU - Preferences - Language Setting
- Subtitle Language.
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4. Basic Operation
**
4.4 Audio
If the current programme is available in multiple audio languages, you can select the language
you prefer.
1. Press the AUDIObutton.
2. Select an audio language you prefer using the
3. Select audio direction (left, right, stereo) using
**
Note:
•You can select the default audio language in MENU - Preferences - Language Setting
•If the programme in use is Dolby Digital, you cannot set the audio direction.
•If you select Dolby Digital in MENU - Preferences - Language Setting - Audio
button and press the OKbutton.
the
- Audio Language.
Priority, the programme is automatically broadcasted in Dolby Digital audio regardless
of default audio language.
button.
4.5 Teletext
When the channel supports teletext, the teletext icon () is displayed on the i-plate. To enter
Teletext mode, press the TELETEXT ON/OFF
display teletext.
button or the SUBTITLEbutton to
1. Using Teletext Menu
1. Press the MENUbutton to display teletext
menu in teletext mode.
2. Select the required teletext function using the
3. Press the OK
button.
button.
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**
Teletext Functions
IndexReturns to index page. If there is no index page, jump to page 100.
Sub-pageSearches the sub-page using the sub-code written by users. If it is
MIXAdjusts the transparency of teletext screen.
CancelHides the teletext except page number.
RevealDisplays the concealed information.
Double Size Displays the text size as double size.
Page HoldHolds the current page not updating it.
2. Viewing Teletext Page
1. Enter the page number using the
NUMERIC(0~9) buttons to move to the page
directly.
2. Press the
3. Press the
page.
4. Press the CH-/CH+button to move to
previous/next page.
5. Press the BACK
the recently viewed pages.
not in the teletext mode, display the current time.
button to move to the next page.
button to move to the previous
button to move back to
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4. Basic Operation
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4.6 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 ibutton while watching a
programme. Press the EXIT
1. General Information
General information is displayed as follows on the screen.
**
1. Channel number and channel name
2. Programme name
3. Icons
button to hide the i-plate.
Displayed only if this programme is reserved.
Represents parental control level. Indicates the minimum level of ages for
viewing the programme.
Displayed only when the channel is a locked channel.
Displayed only when the channel is a scrambled channel.
Displayed only when subtitle information is available.
Displayed only when there is any teletext information.
Displayed only when Dolby Digital is in use.
Represents the screen ratio of the programme.
**
4. Current time
5. Detail programme information: Displayed if detailed programme information is provided.
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**
6. Channel looping mode and channel list name : If you select Within the current channellist in MENU - Edit Channels - Channel Change Mode, the icon of channel looping
mode is displayed. And the channel list, which you selected, is displayed.
7. Programme broadcasting time and progress bar: Displays programme playing time and
progress bar.
8. Next programme Information : Displayed if next programme information is provided.
Press the
**
Note: If there is no programme information available, programme information is not displayed.
2. Detailed Programme Information
You can see the detailed information about the current
programme. Press the ibutton when the i-plate is
displayed to view detailed information.
Note:
•Press the i
information box.
•If the detailed programme information is more
than one page, use the
the previous/next page.
button to display the next programme information.
button again to hide the
button to move to
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4. Basic Operation
**
4.7 Option List
You can view and confirm detailed information about the current channel and change the
information if necessary.
**
Note: Press the OPT+button when the channel list is displayed to view the option list.
Then the following functions in the option list are performed to the current channel
where the cursor is located.
1. Adding a Channel to Favourite Group
You can add the current channels to Favourite group immediately. Also, you can add a channel
to multiple Favourite groups.
1. Press the OPT+button.
2. Select Favourite using the
press the
3. Select Favourite group using the
and press the OK
Favourite group.
4. Press the OK
Favourite group to release the registered
channel.
5. Move to the parent menu using the
save the changes automatically.
**
Note: For detailed information about how to change
Favourite group's name and how to register all
channels in Favourite channel, refer to
Chapter 5. Channel List.
or OKbutton.
button to register for
button again on the selected
button and
button
button to
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**
2. Locking/Unlocking a Channel
You can lock or unlock the current channel while watching a programme.
1. Press the OPT+button.
2. Select Lock using the
the OK
3. Select Lock option using the
press the OK
4. Select Unlock option using the
and press the OK
5. You will be prompted to enter your password.
Enter your password to unlock the channel.
6. Move to the parent menu using the
save the changes automatically.
**
Note:
•When switching to the locked channel, you
must enter the password to watch a
programme.
•The default password is 0000. If you have
forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
or button.
button.
button and press
button.
button and
button
button to
**
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5. Channel List
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Three types of channel lists are provided for easy and quick channel finding.
TVThe list of all TV channels with two sub-groups: one is sorted by channel
RadioThe list of all radio channels with two sub-groups: one is sorted by channel
FavouriteThe list of Favourite channels with five sub-groups that you can organise
5.1 Displaying and Switching Channel List
You can display channel list using the LISTbutton and switch to another channel on the
channel list.
1. Press the LISTbutton while watching a
programme to display the selected channel list.
2. Select a channel using the
press the OK
channel.
3. Enter the channel number directly using the
NUMERIC(0~9) buttons to move the cursor to
the channel you want. And then press the OK
4. Press the
group while the channel list is displayed.
**
Note:
•If there are multiple channels, press the
PAGE-/PAGE+
page.
•Each time you press the TV/RADIO
while the channel list is displayed, the channel
list will be switched between TV and radio
channel list.
•To display scramble icon (
list, select ON in MENU - Preferences -
Miscellaneous Settings - Option in CH List.
•The sub-group of Favourite channel list may exist or not depending on your
configuration.
•IfWithin the Current Channel List option is selected in MENU - Edit channels -Channel Change Mode, you can only change programme within the selected channel
list using the CH-/CH+
number, the other is sorted by channel name.
number, the other is sorted by channel name.
channels by your private taste.
button and
button to change the
button to change to the selected channel.
button to change a channel list
button to move by
button
) in the channel
button while watching a programme.
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5.2 Edit Channel Lists
You can edit all channels or each channel by channel list group.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Edit Channels using the
and press the OK
3. Select Edit Channel Lists using the
button and press the OKor button.
4. You will be prompted to enter your password.
Enter your password using the NUMERIC(0~9)
buttons.
**
Note:
•The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
•Press the BACK
Press the MENU
•You can easily navigate all menus using the assigned number for each menu. Press the
MENU-2-1in order to select Edit Channel .
or button.
or button to save the changes and return to the previous menu.
or EXITbutton to exit the menu screen.
1. Selecting a Channel Group
button
You can select the channel list group to edit. TV and radio are included as the channel list
groups.
1. Press the OKor button in group.
2. Select the group using the
press the OK
**
**
Note:
•Press the TV/RADIO
•For editing the Favourite channel list, move to MENU - Edit Channels - Edit FavouriteChannels .
button.
button and
button to move to the TV or radio channel list directly.
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5. Channel List
**
2. Locking/Unlocking Channels
You can lock or unlock one or more channels.
1. Move the cursor to the channel list using the
2. Select a channel and then press the OK
3. Select Lock using the button and press the
**
Note:
•When the locked channel(s) is selected or all
•Enter the password using the NUMERIC(0~9)
button.
button. You can select multiple channels.
OK
channels are locked, Lock is switched to
Unlock . When you select Unlock and press
the OK
to an unlocked channel.
buttons to watch locked channels.
button.
button, locked channel is switched
**
Note: The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
3. Selecting/Unselecting All Channels
You can select/unselect all channels at once.
1. Select Select All and press the OK
2. Select Unselect All and press the OK
button to select all channels.
button to unselect all the selected channels.
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5.3 Edit Favourite Channels
You can edit Favourite channel or Favourite channel list.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Edit Channels using the
and press the OK
or button.
3. Select Edit Favourite Channels using the
button and press the OKor button.
4. You will be prompted to select a FavouriteGroup. Select a Favourite group you want to
edit using the
button and press the OK
button.
**
Note:
•Press the BACK
Press the MENU
or button to save the changes and return to the previous menu.
or EXITbutton to exit the menu screen.
•You can easily navigate all menu items using the assigned number for each menu.
Press the MENU-2-2in order to select Edit Favourite Channels .
**
The buttons for editing the Favourite channel list are described in the following table.
**
Add
**
Remove
**
TV/Radio
**
Fav.Group**Changes Favourite channel list group.
**
Move
**
Rename
**
Sort
**
**
Adds Favourite channel.
**
Removes from Favourite channel.
**
Switches between TV and radio channel list.
**
Moves the order of channel list within Favourite channel list.
**
Renames the name of Favourite channel list.
**
Sorts channels by number or name in all TV/radio channel list.
Unselect All**Unselect all the selected channel.
button
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5. Channel List
**
1. Adding/Removing Favourite Channels
You can add Favourite channel(s) to a specific Favourite channel list or remove the added
Favourite channel(s) from the list.
1. Select Favourite group using.
2. Select the channel(s) you want to add in all
TV/radio channel list and press
Favourite channel(s).
3. Select the channel(s) you want to remove from
Favourite channel list and press
Favourite channel(s).
**
Note: You can switch between TV and radio channel
list using TV/RADIO
to add
to remove
button or.
**
2. Moving Favourite Channels
You can move Favourite channel(s) to the location you want within the Favourite channel list.
This function changes the location only without changing the channel number.
1. Select Favourite group using.
2. Select the channel to move within the Favourite
channel list and press the OK
3. Select
4. Move the cursor to the wanted location using
the
5. The selected channel(s) is moved to the
location you selected.
and press the OKbutton.
button and press the OKbutton.
button.
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**
3. Renaming Favourite Channel List
You can rename Favourite channel list.
1. Select Favourite group to rename using
2. Select
3. Enter Favourite channel list name using the
keyboard displayed on the screen.
4. When finishing entering Favourite channel list
name, select OK and press the OK
4. Additional Features
and press the OKbutton.
.
button.
**
Additional features provides many useful functions necessary when editing Favourite channels.
**
Changing between TV and radio channel list
You can add not only TV channel(s) but also radio channel(s) to Favourite channel list. Press
to switch all channel list into TV or radio channels.
**
Note: You can also change to TV or radio channel by pressing TV/RADIObutton on the
remote control.
**
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5. Channel List
**
Selecting Favourite channel list
You can select Favourite channel list to edit. Press
to display Favourite channel list. Then select the
channel list using thebutton and press the OK
button.
**
Sorting a channel list
You can sort all TV or radio channel lists by channel number or name for easy Favourite
channel searching. If channel lists are sorted by channel number,
press this button, all the channel lists are sorted by name. Or, if channel lists are sorted by
channel name,
is switched to. Press this button to order channels by number.
**
Unselecting all the selected channels
Pressto unselect all the selected channels.
5.4 Channel Change Mode
is displayed. When you
You can change the channel either in the group or in the entire groups while watching a
programme.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Edit Channels using the
and press the OK
3. Select Channel Change Mode using the
button and press the OKor button.
4. Select All Channels or Within the CurrentChannel List using the
the OK
**
Note: When Within the current channel list is selected, you can only change the channel
within the current channel list. To change the channel in another channel list in which
the current channel list is not located, change the channel list or select All channels
option.
button.
or button.
button
button and press
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6. Programme Guide
**
The programme guide displays programme information about each channel, based on the date
and time. You can also schedule your watching using the information given.
**
Note: Press the GUIDEor EXITbutton to exit the guide screen.
6.1 Viewing Programme Guide Information
You can view programme information for all channels.
1. Press the GUIDEbutton.
2. Move to previous/next programme within the
same channel using the
3. Move to another channel using the
button. If there are multiple channels, use
PAGE-/PAGE+button to move to
channels by page. Also, you can enter channel
number you want using the NUMERIC(0~9)
buttons on the remote control to move to the
channel directly.
4. Select a programme and press the OKbutton. You can watch the programme if it is
on air or reserve it if it is the future programme.
5. Press the i
selected channel.
button in the selected programme to view the detailed information for the
button.
1. Viewing Guide Information by Channel List Groups
You can view programme information of the selected channel list by groups.
1. Press the GUIDEbutton.
2. Press the RED button to display the channel list
group.
3. Select a channel list group using the
button.
4. Move the cursor to the sub-group using the
button, select a sub-group using the
button and then press the OKbutton.
5. The programme guide for the selected channel
list is displayed.
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6. Programme Guide
**
2. Viewing Programme Information Using Time Bar
You can quickly search the time zone you want using the time bar.
1. Press the GUIDE
2. Press the GREEN button to display the time bar.
3. Select the time bar using the
bar. If you press the button repeatedly, the same operation is repeated.
4. Each button functions as follows.
Now Moves to the current programme where
the cursor is located.
Moves back to the previous programme
or 30 minutes before.
Moves forwards to the next programme
or 30 minutes ahead.
Moves back to 2 hours before.
Moves forwards to 2 hours ahead.
Day Moves back to one day before.
DayMoves forwards to one day ahead.
5. Selectbutton and press the OKbutton to exit the time bar.
button.
button and press the OKbutton to move the time
3. Reserving a Programme
You can make reservations for the future programmes you wish to watch automatically.
1. Select a programme and press the OK
button. The following message will be
displayed.
2. Select OK and press the OKbutton to
reserve the programme. When a reservation
has been completed, the
on the reserved programme.
3. Select the programme you wish to cancel
reservation and press the OK
Select OK and press the OK
4. If the channel is locked, parental controlled or restricted by watching time, you will be
prompted to enter your password. Enter your password to complete the reservation.
**
Note: The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
icon is displayed
button again.
button.
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**
6.2 Finding a Programme
You can sufficiently find the programme you want by programme name or genre.
1. Press the GUIDEbutton.
2. Press the BLUE button.
3. Enter the programme name directly using the
keyboard displayed on the screen.
**
Note: If you select Previous or Next on the keyboard
displayed on the screen and press the OK
button, the keyboard layout is switched.
**
4. When entering programme name is complete,
select Find and press the OKbutton.
5. If you select a programme from the results,
press the OK
programme if it is on air or reserve your
programme if it is the future programme.
6. Select By Genre and press the OK
to search programme by genre.
7. Select the genre and press the OK
8. Select the programme you want from the
results and press the OK
the programme immediately or reserve the
programme. If you want to find another
programme, press the BLUE button to display
the keyboard screen.
**
Note: The results of the finding programme may
differ depending on the provided programme
information.
button to watch the
button
button.
button to watch
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6. Programme Guide
**
6.3 Viewing Reserved Programme
You can add or edit reserved programmes by viewing the reserved programme list.
1. Press the GUIDEbutton.
2. Press the YELLOW button.
**
1. Editing a Reserved Programme
1. Select the scheduled programme and press the
OKbutton to edit the reservation
information.
2. Change Start Time/End Time using the
button and the NUMERIC(0~9) buttons.
3. Change Repeat mode using thebutton.
The options are Once, Daily and Weekly.
4. Select Delete and press the OK
delete the reserved programme.
5. Select Save and press the OK
complete.
6. Select Cancel and press the OKbutton to cancel.
button to
button to
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**
2. Adding a Reservation
1. Select a blank space and press the OK
button to add a new reservation schedule.
2. Enter Channel No. using the NUMERIC(0~9)
buttons. The channel name is automatically
displayed by channel number.
3. Enter Start Time/End Time using the
button and the NUMERIC(0~9) buttons.
4. Select one of Repeat mode options among
Once, Daily and Weekly using the
5. Select Save and press the OK
complete.
6. Select Cancel and press the OKbutton to cancel the reservation.
**
Note:
•If the programme is overlapped with another programme, adjust the reservation
appropriately.
•If the channel is locked, restricted by watching time, you will be prompted to enter your
password to complete the reservation.
•The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
button.
button to
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7. Setting Preferences
**
You can set censorship, watching time and all other items suitable for your environment.
**
Note:
•Press the BACK
Press the MENU
•You can easily select any item from the menu using the NUMERIC(0~9) buttons.
7.1 Parental Control
You can set parental control for each programme and watching time. You can also change your
password.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Preferences using the
press the OK
3. Select Parental Control using the
and press the OK
4. When prompting message is displayed to
request your password, enter the password
using the NUMERIC(0~9) buttons. The default
password is 0000.
1. Censorship Classification
or button to save the changes and return to the previous menu.
or EXITbutton to exit the menu screen.
button and
or button.
button
or button.
Censorship Classification allows you to block programmes according to the age level you
have set.
1. Select Censorship Classification using the
2. Select the required age level using the
**
button and press the OKor button.
button and press the OKbutton.
View AllAll programmes can be watched
because there is no age limitation.
7Programmes are blocked for
children under the age of 7.
12Programmes are blocked for
children under the age of 12.
15Programmes are blocked for children under the age of 15.
18Programmes are blocked for children under the age of 18.
Lock AllProgrammes are blocked without considering the age level.
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**
Note:
•You have to enter the password to watch the programme which is blocked by the age
level.
•The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
•Some broadcasting companies do not broadcast the censorship classification
information.
2. Allow Time Control
You can block programmes according to the watching time for all the channels.
1. Select Allow Time Control using the
button.
2. Select Enable/Disable using the OK
button.
or
Enable You can watch a programme only
during the time specified by the allow
time.
Disable You can watch a programme
whenever you want regardless of the
allow time.
**
**
3. When you have selected Enable, set StartTime/End Time using the NUMERIC(0~9)
buttons and press the OK
button.
4. If you wish to cancel the entered time, select
Cancel and press the OK
**
button.
Note:
•Once the setting has been completed, you can
watch programme only during the time specified
by the allow time. Otherwise you will need to
enter the password to watch any programme
during unspecified time.
•The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
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7. Setting Preferences
**
3. Change Password
You can change the existing password.
1. Select Change Password using the
button and press the OKor button.
2. Enter New Password using the
NUMERIC(0~9) buttons, select OK and press
OK
3. Enter New Password again to confirm Verify
Password and press the OK
Note: The default password is 0000. If you have
7.2 Language Setting
You can set the language for menu, audio and subtitle.
1. Press the MENU
2. Select Preferences using the
press the OK
3. Select Language Setting using the
button and press the OKor button.
button.
button.
forgotten your password, please contact your
local product distributor.
button.
button and
or button.
1. Menu/Audio/Subtitle Language
You can set the language for menu, audio and subtitle.
1. Select Menu/Audio/Subtitle Language using the
button.
2. Select the language using the
button and press the OKbutton.
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button and press the OKor
**
2. Audio Priority
You can select the priority of audio.
1. Select Audio Priority using the
2. Select one option from PCM and Dolby Digital using the OK
button.
or button.
PCMYou can connect the audio output to the general audio source
Dolby DigitalYou can listen to sound in Dolby Digital mode. When Dolby
**
Note: You can choose the Dolby Digital audio stream whenever possible by selecting Dolby
Digital in Audio Priority.
including the TV.
Digital is selected, the audio language cannot be changed.
3. Subtitle Display
You can select whether or not to display the subtitle automatically if provided.
1. Select Subtitle Display using the
2. Select one option from Auto and Manual using the OK
AutoSubtitles are displayed automatically in the predefined subtitle language.
ManualSubtitles are displayed in the language when you select the subtitle language
by pressing the SUBTITLE
button.
or button.
button on the remote control.
4. Subtitle Font
You can select the subtitle font.
1. Select Subtitle Font using the
2. Select one option from Variable and Fixed using the OK
VariableUses the horizontally variable subtitle font.
FixedUses the fixed subtitle font.
button.
or button.
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7. Setting Preferences
**
7.3 Time Setting
You can specify the Power On/Off time.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Preferences using the
press the OK
3. Select Time Setting using the
press the OK
or button.
or button.
1. Power On
You can set the time when the product is automatically powered on.
1. Select Power On using thebutton.
2. Select Enable/Disable using the OK
button.
button and
button and
or
EnableUses Power On and sets the Power
DisableDoes not use Power On.
**
3. When you have selected Enable, enter
Channel No. and Time using the
NUMERIC(0~9) buttons and press the OK
button.
On time.
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**
2. Power Off
You can set the time when the product is automatically powered off.
1. Select Power Off using the
2. Select Enable/Disable using the OK
EnableUses Power Off and sets the Power Off time.
DisableDoes not use Power Off.
**
3. When you have selected Enable, enter Time using the NUMERIC(0~9) buttons and
press the OK
**
button.
Note: Once Power On/Off is specified, it is repeated everyday.
7.4 Schedule
You can reserve a programme and watch it anytime you want.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Preferences using the
press the OK
3. Select Schedule using the
press the OK
4. The reserved programmes will be displayed in
time order. Select the programme you want to
edit and press the OK
blank space and press the OK
add a new reservation.
**
Note: For detailed information about Schedule, refer to 6.3 Viewing Reserved Programme.
or button.
or button.
button.
or button.
button and
button and
button. Select a
button to
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7. Setting Preferences
**
7.5 A/V Control
You can set the audio or video output control.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Preferences using the
press the OK
3. Select A/V Control using the
press the OK
or button.
or button.
1. TV-SCART
You can set TV SCART output.
1. Select TV-SCART using the
2. Select one option among CVBS, RGB and S-Video using the OK
2. VCR-SCART
button and
button and
button and press the OKor button.
button.
You can set VCR SCART output.
1. Select VCR-SCART using the
2. Select one option from CVBS and S-Video using the OK
button.
3. Audio Output
You can set the audio output.
1. Select Audio Output using the
2. Select one option from Stereo and Mono using the OK
button.
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or button.
or button.
**
4. Screen Ratio
You can set the aspect ratio of your TV.
1. Select Screen Ratio using the
2. Select one option from 4:3 and 16:9 using the OK
5. Display Format
You can select the display format according to TV screen ratio.
1. Select Display Format using the
2. If the Screen Ratio is set to 4:3, you can select one among 16:9 Letter Box, 14:9Letter Box, Center Mode and Auto using the
button.
**
Note: If the Screen Ratio is set to 16:9, Display Format is deactivated.
7.6 Miscellaneous Settings
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Preferences using the
press the OK
3. Select Miscellaneous Settings using the
button and press the OKor button.
or button.
button.
or button.
button and press the OKor button.
button, and press the OK
button and
1. i-Plate Display Time
You can set the duration the information box is to be displayed when you switch the channel.
1. Select i-Plate Display Time using the
2. Select a value between 1~20 seconds using the
button.
**
Note: When it is set to Disable, the i-Plate will not be displayed when you switch the channel.
button and press the OKor button.
button and press the OK
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7. Setting Preferences
**
2. OSD Transparency
You can set the transparency of On Screen Display (OSD).
1. Select OSD Transparency using the
2. Select one option among Disable, 25, 50 and 75 using the
OK
DisableFully opaque screen
25, 50, 75As the number is bigger, the screen is more transparent.
button.
3. Option in CH List
You can set whether or not to display the scrambled icon in channel list.
1. Select Option in CH List using the
2. Select one option from On/Off using the OK
OnScramble icon is displayed in the channel list.
OffScramble icon disappears from the channel list.
button and press the OKor button.
button.
or button.
button and press the
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8. Installation
**
This chapter describes how to search for channels and a series of procedures.
8.1. Channel Search
If your product is connected to the cable and television, you can search channels manually by
searching parameters, if you know the MUX information.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Installation using the
press the OK
to enter your password.
3. Select Channel Search using the
and press the OK
button. You will be prompted
or button.
1. Frequency
1. Select Frequency using thebutton, and
press the OK
2. Enter the frequency using the NUMERIC(0-9)
buttons and press the OK
or button.
button, and
button,
button.
2. Symbol Rate
1. Select Symbol Rate using thebutton,
and press the OK
2. Select the symbol rate value using the
button, and press the OKbutton.
3. When you select User Define to set symbol
rate manually, enter symbol rate value using
the NUMERIC(0~9) button.
or button.
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8. Installation
**
3. Network ID
1. Select Network ID using thebutton, and
press the OK
2. Enter the network ID using the NUMERIC(0-9)
buttons and press the OK
4. Search
You can complete the setting and start searching.
1. Select Search and press the OK
start Channel Search.
2. Wait while the product searches for the
channels, this may take a few minutes.
3. During operating search, the cursor is located
at Stop. Therefore, if you press the OK
button during searching, the operation is
stopped and only the channels found so far will
be displayed.
4. If the search operation is successfully
completed, and no channels are found, press
the OK
operation again if necessary.
5. When completing channel search, select Save,
and press the OK
changes.
or button.
button.
button to
button and try to reset the search
button to save the
**
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**
8.2 Software Update
For detailed information on updating software, refer to Chapter 9. Software Update.
8.3 Default Setting
Default Setting restores the product to the default settings.
**
Warning:Please note that once you perform the default setting, all data such as the
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Installation using the
3. Enter the password using the NUMERIC(0~9)
4. Select Default Setting using the
5. Select Yes and press the OK
6. Confirm again to start loading default setting.
7. When completing the default setting, the
**
Note: The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your
channel list and user configured data are deleted.
button and
press the OK
buttons.
press the OK
restore all setting to the factory default. Select
No and press the OK
to return to the previous menu.
Enter the password using the NUMERIC(0~9)
buttons to perform restoring.
installation wizard will run automatically. For
detailed information about the installation
wizard, refer to the Chapter 3. InstallationWizard.
local product distributor.
or button.
button
or button.
button to
or BACKbutton
**
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9. Software Update
**
In order to maintain proper performance of the product, it is essential to have the most
up-to-date software. Visit the Humax website to check the latest news and newly released
software versions.
http://www.humaxdigital.com
It is recommended that you periodically check for the availability of software update.
9.1 OTA (Over the Air)
OTA, an abbreviation of Over–the-Air, is a standard for the transmission of software for
equipment through cable. The manufacturers reserve the right to decide when and where an
update is made available. The new software version is then downloaded via cable. The software
update via cable will only occur under the following circumstances.
1. The equipment should have appropriate loader software.
Caution:Please note that if normal loader software is not equipped, the product may
**
2. The manufacturer transmits the software via cable.
not be updated or operate properly after software update.
**
Caution:
•Please be careful to keep the power on and the power cord plugged in during software
update. If the power is off during software update, fatal damage may be caused to the
product.
•Please be careful not to pull out the RF cable during software update. Update may be
interrupted and the product may not operate.
**
Note:
•The product will not activate while software update takes place.
•It may take 5 ~10 minutes to update software.
•Scheduling operation cannot work during software update.
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**
1. If new software is found when powering on
1. A message will be displayed to notify that new software is found.
2. Select Yes and press the OKbutton to update the software.
3. Starts downloading new software. Please wait until the update is completed.
4. When completing the software update, the product is automatically powered off and on
again.
2. If a new version of software is detected during watching a
programme
1. A message will be displayed to notify that new
software is found.
2. Select Yes and press the OKbutton to
start upgrading. Select No and press the OK
button to return to the previous screen.
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10. System Information
**
You can view all system information, signal strength and Smartcard information.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select System using the
press the OK
or button.
10.1 Status
You can view system information.
1. IRD Status
1. Select Status thebutton and press the
OK
2. Select IRD Status using the
press the OK
3. The IRD information will be displayed.
or button.
or button.
button and
button and
2. Loader Status
1. Select Status thebutton and press the
OK
2. Select Loader Status using the
and press the OK
3. The loader information will be displayed.
or button.
or button.
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button
**
10.2 Signal Detection
You can view the signal strength and signal quality.
1. Select Signal Detection using thebutton
and press the OK
2. Display information about the graphs and
percentage of signal strength and quality of the
channel.
10.3 Conditional Access
You can check the information of the Conditional
Access components.
or button.
10.4 Mail Messages
You can receive mail sent by the broadcasting
company. When a new mail arrives, the envelope icon
will appear on the screen. Urgent message will be
displayed on the screen while you are watching a
programme. Select a mail and press the OK
button to read the mail
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11. Games
**
This product provides various games for user's entertainment.
1. Press the MENUbutton.
2. Select Games using the
the OK
3. According to the instruction displayed on
screen, you can enjoy the game using using the
**
Note: Press the EXITor BACKbutton to exit the game.
You can also enjoy the games by pressing the GAME
or button.
button and OKbutton.
button and press
button.
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12. Menu Map
**
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13. Troubleshooting
**
13.1 Trouble Shooting
Before contacting your local service centre, please read the tips below carefully. If the problem
persists after completing the following procedure, please contact your local product distributor or
service centre for further instructions.
**
1. No message displayed on the front panel. (The product will not switch on.)
**
-Check the main power cable and make sure it is plugged into a suitable power outlet.
-Check that the mains supply is switched on.
-Check that the power switch is on at the rear of the product (where applicable).
-Connect the power cable to a different power outlet.
2. No picture on TV set
**
-Make sure that the product is power on and in operation mode (Press the STANDBY
button).
-Make sure that the AV cable is firmly connected to the TV.
-Make sure that the cable is properly connected to the product.
-Check that you search channels in the menu.
-Check the brightness level of the TV.
-Check if the channel is currently on air. Contact the broadcaster to ensure that the
channel is running.
-Press the SOURCE button if the product is in external input mode.
3. Poor picture & sound quality
**
-Make sure there is no mobile phone or microwave oven near the equipment.
4. No/poor sound
**
-Check that your AV cable is connected correctly.
-Check the volume levels of your TV set and the product.
-Check if the product or TV is on mute.
-Check audio type or soundtrack option in the AV menu.
5. Remote control does not operate.
**
-To control the product., the top end of the remote control should point directly towards
the receiving part of the product.
-Remove and reinsert the batteries in the remote control.
-Replace the batteries in the remote control for a new set.
6. Cannot make reservations.
**
-Check that no previous reservations are conflicting with the new reservation.
-Check that the product is switched on at the time of the reservation.
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**
7. Cannot watch scrambled channels.
**
-Check that you have the appropriate Smartcard. Reinsert the Smartcard and make
sure it initializes correctly.
-Check in the menu that the product is detecting the Smartcard.
-Check in the menu that you have a valid and working subscription to the channels
you wish to view.
-Ensure that the Smartcard is not damaged.
8. No password information is given.
**
-The default password is always 0000.
9. Channel search does not work.
**
-Check that your cable is connected correctly.
10. Cannot update new software.
**
-You can get an update. If the product does not show a message requesting update,
that means no software is available.
11. Cannot watch pay channels.
**
-Check in the menu that you have a valid and working subscription to the channels
you wish to view.
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13. Troubleshooting
**
13.2 Error Message
Error messagePossible causesWhat to do
Please Insert
Smartcard
Unknown
Smartcard
Smartcard FailureThe current Smartcard may be
Checking
Smartcard
Service is currently
scrambled
Service UnknownNo service is located at the entered
Service is currently
not running
Parental Control
Lock
No Event
Information
No SignalThe signal is too weak.Reset the cable.
No Service
available
The Smartcard is not presentInsert the Smartcard.
Faulty Smartcard or not an Irdeto
Smartcard.
faulty.
The Smartcard is being verified. It
may be inserted up-side down.
The Smartcard has expired or the
datecode on the card has gone
backwards.
channel number.
Operating status of the service is set
to Off.
When the parental rating of the
event is greater than the setting
made via the Parental Control
menu.
The information for the current event
or service has not been received,
There are no services available.Reset the setting and restart
Insert the appropriate Smartcard.
Contact the product distributor if the
problem persists.
Insert the appropriate Smartcard.
Contact the product distributor if the
problem persists.
Check Smartcard. Contact the
product distributor if the problem
persists.
An electronic equivalent to a printed television listings magazine; it is an application used with
digital set-top boxes and digital television sets to list current and scheduled programs that are or
will be available on each channel, including a short summary or commentary for each program.
The information supplied in the EPG is sent and updated by the channel broadcaster.
**
Frequency
The property of a signal measured in cycles per second (=Hz).
**
Hi-Fi (High Fidelity)
The characteristics of audio devices that can play back all the audio frequencies a person can
detect, which is the range of 16Hz#20KHz. Sometimes it is used to indicate good quality of
audio devices such as stereo tape recorders.
**
OSD (On Screen Display)
OSD displays the basic information necessary for the users to configure monitor or TV settings.
OSD information may include brightness, contrast, tuning, RGB adjustment, and screen size
and position.
**
OTA (Over the Air) or OAD (Over Aerial Download)
A standard for the transmission of software for equipment, through a broadcast system.
Manufacturers reserve the right for deciding the release of the software for their products.
**
SCART
A 21-pin connector standard to connect two pieces of Audio-Visual equipment such as a TV and
a VCR. Each device will have a 21-pin female connection; a cable with male connection at both
ends is used for connecting the devices.
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S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface format)
A standard format for the transfer of digital audio signals. It allows the transfer of digital audio
between two devices without any conversion to and from analogue, which could degrade the
signal quality.
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Smartcard
A credit card sized card that contains updateable chip memory. It is used for accessing Pay TV
(encrypted) channel or services when inserted into an appropriate receiver.
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If you are faced with any problem you should contact your Humax dealer. For information
please visit www.revah-european.nl
Distributor for the Netherlands:
Revah European
Hoevenweg 13 5652, AW Eindhoven
Tel.:+31 40 291 11 00
Fax.:+31 40 291 11 99
E-mail:info@revah-european.nl
Website:www.revah-european.nl
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