Humax PDR-9750 User Manual

Notice

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

Copyright (Copyright © 2007 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.

Warranty

The 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 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.

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
‘Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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

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Notice

Warnings, Cautions and Notes

Throughout the whole manual, pay special attention to the following marks that indicate hazardous
situations.

• Warning

Indicates a hazardous situation which could result in serious injury.

• Caution

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

• Note

Indicates additional information to make the user aware of possible problems and information of any

importance to help understand, use and maintain the installation.

Meaning of Symbols

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to quali ed 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.

Instruction about the ‘WEEE’ Symbol

This product should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working
life. Please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the
sustainable reuse of material resources. This will prevent possible harm to the environment or
human health from uncontrolled waste disposal.

• Domestic users:

Please contact either the retailer where you purchased this product or their local government o ce

for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling.

• Business users:

Contact your supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product

should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.

Note: Please note that the manufacturer shall not accept liability for the loss of data.

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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 a.c., 50/60Hz

• Operate this product only from the type of power supply indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type of power supplied to your home, consult your local power company.

• Disconnect the product from the mains before you start any maintenance or installation procedures.

2. OVERLOADING

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

3. LIQUID

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

4. CLEANING

• Disconnect the product from the wall outlet before cleaning.

• Use a light damp cloth (no solvents) to dust the product.

5. VENTILATION

• The slots on top of the product must be left uncovered to allow proper air ow into the unit.

• Do not stand the product on soft furnishings or carpets.

• Do not stack electronic equipments on top of the product.

6. ATTACHMENTS

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

7. CONNECTION TO THE SATELLITE DISH LNB

• Disconnect the product from the mains before connecting or disconnecting the cable from the satellite dish.
Failure to do so can damage the LNB.

8. CONNECTION TO THE TV

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

9. EARTHING

• The LNB cable must be earthed to the system earth for the satellite dish.

10. 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 in uences,
such as a TV or a VCR.

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

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

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

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

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Safety Warning

11. LIGHTNING, STORM OR NOT IN USE

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

12. EXTRANEOUS OBJECTS

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

13. REPLACEMENT OF PARTS

• When replacement of parts is required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts speci ed 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. 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, as a disconnection device, shall remain readily accessible by the user.

2. To avoid electrical shock;

• Do not open the main body.

• Do not insert metal or in ammable objects inside the product.

• Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.

• Disconnect the power cord in case of lightning.

3. To avoid damage of product;

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

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

4. Hard Disk Drive

• Do not move the product or turn the power o suddenly while the hard disk drive is running.

• The company shall not be liable for any corruption of data on the hard disk drive caused by the carelessness or
misuse of users.

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Contents

1. Before Using the Product. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB7

1.1 Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB7

1.2 Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB8

1.3 Conditional Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB9

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

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

1.6 Remote Control Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB15

2. Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB16

2.1 Connecting to the Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB16

2.2 Connecting TV. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB17

2.3 Connecting the TV and VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB19

2.4 Connecting the Audio System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB20

2.5 Powering On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB21

3. Installation Wizard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB22

3.1 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB22

3.2 Pre-programmed Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB22

3.3 Antenna Setting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB23

3.4 Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB23

3.5 Result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB24

3.6 Installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB24

4. Basic Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB25

4.1 Switching Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB25

4.2 Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB25

4.3 Subtitle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB25

4.4 Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB26

4.5 Teletext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB26

4.6 Programme Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB27

4.7 Properties. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB28

4.8 Premiere Provided Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB30

4.9 Restricted Viewing PIN-Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB32

4.10 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB32

5. PVR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB34

5.1 TSR (Time Shifted Recording) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB34

5.2 Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB36

5.3 Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB37

5.4 Chase Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB37

5.5 Bookmark. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB37

5.6 Additional Time Shift Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB38

6. Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB40

7. EPG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB41

7.1 Using EPG. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB41

7.3 Selecting Channel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB42

7.4 Using Time Bar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB42

7.5 Schedule List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB43

7.6 Finding Programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB45

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7.7 Viewing/Recording Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB46

8. Premiere Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB47

8.1 PIN-Code Change. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB47

8.2 Smartcard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB48

8.3 CI-Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB48

8.4 System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB48

8.5 Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB49

8.6 Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB49

8.7 Picture. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB50

8.8 Dolby Digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB51

8.9 Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB51

9. Record. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB52

9.1 Recorded Programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB52

9.2 Recording Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB55

9.3 HDD Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB57

10. Preferences. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB58

10.1 Parental Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB58

10.2 Language Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB60

10.3 Time Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB61

10.4 A/V Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB62

10.5 Miscellaneous Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB63

11. Edit Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB65

11.1 Edit Channel Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB65

11.2 Edit Preferred Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB66

11.3 Edit Favourite Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB67

11.4 Channel Change Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB68

12. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB69

12.1 Antenna Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB69

12.2 Antenna Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB70

12.3 Automatic Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB74

12.4 Manual Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB75

12.5 Other Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB76

12.6. Default Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB77

13. Software Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB78

13.1 OTA (Over the Air) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB78

13.2 Software Update from PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB79

14. Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .GB80

14.1 Menu Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB80

14.2 Trouble Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB81

14.3 Error Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB83

14.4 Speci cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB85

14.6 Service and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GB89

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1. Before Using the Product

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

1.1 Package Contents

Please check all package contents before using your product.

User’s Manual

User’s ManualRemote Control

SCART Cable

Note:

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

• Package contents may vary according to area.

• The front and rear of the product are subject to change without notice.

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

Loop-through Cable

Batteries

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1. Before Using the Product

1.2 Front Panel

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1

1. STAND-BY BUTTON

Switches between operation and Stand-by modes.

2. RECORD BUTTON

Records programme.

3. PLAY/ PAUSE BUTTON

Plays or pauses programme.

4. STOP BUTTON

Stops recording.

5. MENU BUTTON

Displays the main menu.

6. TV/RADIO BUTTON

Switches between TV and radio modes.

7. ARROW BUTTONS

Changes the channel or moves the cursor up, down, left or right.

8. OK BUTTON

Selects a menu or con rms the selected operation. Displays the channel list while watching a

programme.

9. SMARTCARD SLOT

A slot for a Smartcard

10. CI-MODULE SLOT

A slot for two CI-Modules.

Note: The front of the product is subject to change without notice.

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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.

1. Inserting the Smartcard

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

1. Open the right-hand  ap on the front panel of the product to expose the card slot.

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

3. Insert the Smartcard into the top slot.

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2. Inserting a CI (with Smartcard)

A CI module looks like a PC map (PCMCIA) for laptops. There are di erent kinds of CI Modules, suitable
for di erent coding systems; Premiere entrance system, Irdeto, Conax and more. Additionally to the CI
module, a Smartcard is needed to decode the channels.

1. Open the right-hand  ap on the front panel of the product to expose the card slot.

2. Follow the instructions of the module and insert the Smartcard into the CI module.

3. Keep the CI module (with the Smartcard) horizontal.

4. Insert the CI module into the slot.

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CI-Module

Smartcard

1. Before Using the Product

1.4 Rear Panel

1

2 3 4 5 7 86 9

1. LNB IN 1, 2

Connects a satellite antenna cable. Up to two cables can be connected.

2. LNB OUT

Connects another digital satellite receiver.

3. TV SCART

Connects to the TV using a TV SCART cable.

4. VCR SCART

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

5. VIDEO

Connects to the TV or VCR using an RCA cable.

6. AUDIO L/R

Connects to the TV or VCR using an RCA cable.

7. RS-232C

Connects to the PC to update software.

8. S/PDIF

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

9. ON/OFF

Powers on/o .

Note: The rear of the product is subject to change without notice.

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1.5 Remote Control

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

Note: The remote control of the product is

subject to change without notice.

1. SOURCE

Selects the input source between TV and the

product.

2. TV/RADIO

Switches between TV and radio modes.

3. NUMERIC(0-9) BUTTONS

Enters a TV/radio channel number or menu

option number.

4. ARCHIV

Displays the recorded programme list.

5. i (Information)

Displays the channel and programme

information.

6. SUBTITLE [Green]

Displays the subtitle language list.

7. PRO (Properties) [RED]

Displays the channel information while

watching a programme.

8. ARROW BUTTON

Changes the channel or moves the cursor up,

down, left or right.

9. OK

Selects a menu or con rms the selected

operation. Displays the channel list while
watching a programme.

10. LIST

Displays the channel list.

11. MENU

Displays the main menu.

12. P-/P+ or PAGE-/PAGE+

Changes the channel or page.

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15. MUTE

Mutes or unmutes the audio temporarily.

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14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

13. STAND-BY

Switches between operation and Stand-by

modes.

14. SLEEP

Sets the end time of recording.

a

b

c

d

e

f

16. LAST

Returns to the previous channel.

17. OPT+ [YELLOW]

Displays the service of NVOD, multifeed , and

18. TELETEXT [BLUE]

Switches between the teletext and TV modes.

19. EXIT

Exits all On-Screen Display (OSD) screens.

20. EPG

Displays the EPG (electronic programme

21. V-/V+

Adjusts the audio volume.

22. PLAYBACK CONTROL BUTTONS

audio.

Closes and returns to the previous menu.

guide).

a. FAST REWIND

Rewinds at high speed. Each time you press this

button the rewind speed is increased.

b. RECORD

Records programme.

c. PLAY

Plays at normal speed or resumes.

d. PAUSE(TIME SHIFT)

Pauses the live programme or recording.

e. FAST FORWARD

Fasts forward at high speed. Each time you

press this button the fast forward speed is
increased.

f. STOP

Stops a recording or goes to the live

programme.

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23. BOOKMARK BUTTONS

24. PIP BUTTONS

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j

k

l

m

n

o

g. SLOW MOTION

Plays the programme in slow motion. Each

time you press this button, the speed is slowed
progressively more.

h. INSTANT REPLAY

Goes back 7 seconds.

i. GOTO

Displays the list of previously stored

broadcasting times.

j. ADD BOOKMARK

Saves the current viewing position as a

bookmark.

k. BOOKMARK LIST

Displays the list of saved viewing positions.

l. PIP CH LIST

Displays the PIP channel list while displaying

the PIP (picture in picture) screen.

m. PIP

Displays the PIP (Picture in Picture) screen.

n. MOVE PIP

Changes the position of the PIP screen.

o. SWAP PIP

Swaps the focus between the main and the PIP

screen.

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1.6 Remote Control Batteries

1. Press down the top of the battery cover and slide the cover o .

2. Insert the new batteries. Make sure the plus (+) ends meet the plus markings on the battery case.

3. Slide the cover back into place.

Battery

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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 to the Antenna

You can select one of the following antenna connections depending on the equipment you have.
The product has two antenna modes according to setting.

1. Loop Through

1. Connect the antenna cable to LNB IN 1.

2. Connect the other cable from LNB OUT to LNB IN 2.

Note:

• Connect to LNB IN 1 when using the motor antenna or SMATV antenna.

• You can switch channels while Tuner 2 is in recording mode if the channel being recorded shares the
same polarity as the other channel. However, you cannot watch a channel with a di erent polarity
from the channel being recorded.

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2. Two Separate Antennas Setting

Connect the two antenna cables providing di erent broadcasting signals to your product. You can
con gure LNB1 and LNB2 independently.

2.2 Connecting TV

1. Using SCART Cable

Connect the product and the TV using a SCART cable.

SCART Cable

LR

VIDEO AUDIO

TV SCART

IDEO AUDI

TV Antenna IN

V Antenna IN

TV Antenna OUT

TV Antenna OU

S/PDIF

PDI

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T

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2. Using RCA Cable

Connect the product and the TV using an RCA cable.

RCA Cable

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LR

VIDEO AUDIO

TV Antenna IN

V Antenna IN

TV Antenna OUT

TV Antenna OUT

S/PDIF

S/PDI

2. Setup

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AUDIO

TV A

IN

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2.3 Connecting the TV and VCR

1. Using SCART Cable

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

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

picture and enhance your viewing enjoyment.

SCART Cable

TV SCART

LR

VIDEO AUDIO

VIDE

SCART Cable

VCR SCART

TV Antenna IN TV Antenna OUT

ntenna

V Antenna OU

VIDEO

VIDE

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2.4 Connecting the Audio System

Select the most appropriate procedure for your convenience.

1. Connect the product and the audio system using an RCA cable.

2. Connect the product and the Dolby Digital decoder for higher quality sound using an S/PDIF cable.

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RCA Cable

LR

AUDIO S/PDIF

S/PDIF Cable

2. Setup

2.5 Powering On

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

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

3. Power on by pressing the STAND-BY button of the remote control or the STAND-BY button on the

front of the product.

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3. Installation Wizard

When powering on your product for the  rst time after purchase, the installation wizard will operate
automatically.

Tip:

• The default password is 0000.

• If you have forgotten the password, please contact your local product distributor.

3.1 Language

You can select the main language.

Select the appropriate language from the list using the /

 button and press the OK or  button to save the selected

language as a default language.

Note: The display language may di er according to country.

3.2 Pre-programmed Channel

You can select pre-programmed channel according to the area.
Select an option from the list using the

OK or  button.

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/ button and press the

3. Installation Wizard

3.3 Antenna Setting

You can set the antenna’s properties to watch the programme.

1. Select Connection Type using the

OK or  button.

Connection Type LNB 1 LNB2

ASTRA1-Single

ASTRA1-Dual(Same) Fixed Antenna Fixed Antenna

ASTRA1-UniCable(LNB1) Fixed Antenna

/ button and press the

Fixed Antenna
Motor Antenna
SMATV

2. Select LNB Frequency using the

or  button to select an option. If the required value does not
exist, select User De ne and enter the LNB frequency directly
using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons.

Note: If you select Universal, the 22kHz Tone value is set to

Disabled.

3. Select 22kHz Tone/DiSEqC Input/LNB Voltage using the

button and press the OK or  button to select an option.

4. Select Next using the / and press the OK button to search

channels.

5. After completing search operation, press the OK button to save the results.

/ button and press the OK

/

3.4 Software Update

Select Software Update using the / button and press the OK
button.
When new software is detected, you can choose to download the
software immediately or save for later. You can refuse software
update if not needed.

Note:

• When there is no new software to update, a pop-up will

appear.

• For more information about software update, refer to

Chapter.13 Software Update.

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3. Installation Wizard

3.5 Result

After all setting is complete, you can view the result screen. Select
Finish and press the OK button to complete the installation
wizard.

3.6 Installation Checklist

Before using the product, please make sure that you have completed the following steps.

Step Page Done?

Are the antennas connected correctly?

Is the product connected to your TV?

Is the power cord plugged in the wall outlet?

Is the power switch located at the back of the product switched on?

Is the product in operation mode (not Stand-by mode)?

Have you performed channel search in the installation wizard?

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Note: If you exit the install wizard without fully completing the channel searching procedure, you may

not have all of the channels available. In this case, you can use the installation menu to search for
more channels.

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4. Basic Operation

This chapter describes the basic functions of the product such as switching channels, volume control and
other basic features.

4.1 Switching Channel

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

1. Press the P-/P+ or

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

3. Press the TV/RADIO button to switch between TV channels and radio channels.

Note:

• The channel will be switched within the most recently watched channel group. Please refer to Chapter

6. Channel List.

• You can switch channels using the channel list or EPG.

• To return to the previous channel, press the LAST button.

4.2 Volume Control

You can adjust the volume.

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

2. Press the MUTE button to stop the audio temporarily.

Note: The mute function remains set while you switch channels.

/ button.

4.3 Subtitle

You can select the language for the subtitle if the programme provides subtitle information.

1. Press the SUBTITLE button.

2. Select the required subtitle language using the

and press the OK button. The subtitle will be displayed in the
selected language at the bottom of the screen.

Note: You can select a default subtitle language. Refer to 10.2.1

Subtitle Language.

/ button

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4.4 Audio

If the current programme is available in multiple audio languages, you can select the language that you
wish to listen to.

1. Press the OPT+ button.

2. Select Audio using the
button.

3. Select the audio language using the / button.

4. Select the audio direction (left, right, stereo) using the /
button.

Note:

• If the programme is broadcast in Dolby Digital, you cannot set
the soundtrack direction.

• There is no sound when selecting Dolby Digital if the TV is
connected using the SCART cable or RCA cable.

4.5 Teletext

When the channel supports teletext, the teletext icon is displayed on the i-plate.

1. Press the TELETEXT(BLUE) button.

2. To display teletext menu, press the MENU button in teletext
mode.

3. Select the teletext function you want using the
and press the OK button.

4. To view the teletext page, use the PAGE-/PAGE+ button.

/ button and press the OK or 

/ button

Teletext Functions

Index

Sub-page Searches the sub-page using the sub-code written by users.

Mix Adjusts transparency of teletext screen.

Cancel Hides the teletext except page number.

Reveal Displays the concealed information.

Double Size Displays the text size as double size.

Page Hold Holds the current page not updating it.

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Returns to index page. If there is no index
page, jumps to page 100.

4. Basic Operation

4.6 Programme Information

Programme information is always displayed for a certain period of time each time 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 the following.

1

5 6 7 8 9

 Channel number and name
 Programme name
 Icons

Displayed only if the programme is reserved.

UHF

16

Displayed only if the programme is recording.

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

Displayed only when the channel is a

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 the programme is bro

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locked channel.

adcast in Dolby Digital.

Displayed only when Audio, Multifeed or NVOD is available.

 Current time
 Detailed programme information
 Signal strength and quality
 Channel change mode

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 Programme broadcasting time and progress bar
 Next programme information

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 i button where the i-plate is displayed to
view detailed information.

Note:

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

he detailed programme information is more than one page,

• If t
use the PAGE-/PAGE+ button to move to the previous/next
page.

4.7 Properties

You can view and con rm detailed information about the current channel and change the information in
necessary.

Tip:

• The default password is 0000.

• If you have forgotten the password, please contact your local product distributor.

Note: Press the PRO button when the channel list is displayed to view properties. Then th

functions in the option list are performed to the channel where cursor is located.

1. Adding a Channel to Favourite Group

1. Press the PRO button.

2. Select Favourite using the
button.

3. Select a favourite group using the / button and press the

OK button to register for favourite group.

Note: For detailed information about how to change favourite

group name and how to register favourite channels
from the complete channel list, please refer to 11.3 Edit

Favourite Groups.

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/ button and press the OK or 

e following

4. Basic Operation

2. Locking/Unlocking a Channel

1. Press the PRO button.

2. Select Lock/Unlock using the

 button.

3. Select Lock or Unlock option using the / button and press

the OK button.

Note: When switching to the locked channel, you must enter the

password to view the channel.

3. Deleting a Channel

1. Press the PRO button.

2. Select Delete using the

button.

3. Select Ye s in the con rmation message and press the OK

button.

Note: You cannot delete Premiere channels.

/ button and press the OK or

/ button and press the OK or 

4. Informatiion

1. Press the PRO button.

2. Select Information using the

channel information automatically.

/ button to display the

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4. Basic Operation

4.8 Premiere Provided Features

Some Premiere channels provide special features in option channels. Using option channels you can select
di erent camera perspectives when you are watching sport transmission. Also, you can select the starting
time of the prog

1. Multifeed (Sportportal)

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

1. Press the OPT+ button.

2. Select Multifeed using the / button and press the button.

3. Select the required item using the button and press the OK or

 button.

Note: If the channel currently being broadcast provides

multifeed options, all camera angles available are listed
by name. If you select a multifeed programme, you can
return to it
viewing.

ramme you wish to watch with Premiere Direkt.

at any time even if you change channels while

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4. Basic Operation

2. Multifeed (Premiere Direkt Portal)

Press the OPT+ button to select NVOD (Near Video On Demand: the same programme is broadcast at a
latertime). The programme segment available on the currently selected channel is displ
time. If the NVODfunction continues to be supported when the channel is changed, an NVOD window
is displayed again. The programmes you have ordered will not be lost even after changing the Premiere
Direkt channel.

Wit

h Premiere Direkt you can select various programmes with di erent starting times. This means you
can watch  lms at any time of the day at the listed start times. Read the ordering instructions at the
Premiere Direkt portal.

1. Switch the channel to Premiere Direkt and press the OPT+

button before the programme you have ordered starts.

2. Select the Multifeed option with the button and press the OK

button.

3. Select the ordered start time using the button (ex: Select D1-

12:00 if you have ordered the  lm on D1 for 12:00pm). Press

the OK button to con rm.

Note: You can freely switch between the Premiere Direkt

programme you ordered and a di erent channel. The
ordered programme will remain enabled even after you
switch channels. Reselect your ordered programme on the Premiere Direkt portal page using the

OPT+ button.

ayed with the start

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4.9 Restricted Viewing PIN-Code

By entering the PIN-Code, you can view programmes with censorship classi cation even during the
daytime while still providing parental control. Programmes suitable for family viewing require legally
prescribed identi
welfare o ce.
To view a previously locked programme with active restricted viewing code, enter the four-digit PIN-Code.
Yo ur restricted viewing PIN-Code is supplied with the Smartcard.

4.10 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Screen

Press the PIP button while watching TV to watch two channels at the same time. The audio from the main
screen will be outputted. Press the PIP button to exit the PIP mode.

1. Changing the PIP Mode

Each time you press the PIP button, the PIP size is changed, as displayed in the following  gure.

cation which is issued by a voluntary control board in the name of the national youth

2. Swapping the PIP Screen

Press the SWAP PIP button to swap the main screen for the PIP screen.

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3. Moving the PIP Screen

You can move the position of the PIP screen.
Each time you press the MOVE PIP button, the PIP screen moves, as displayed in the following  gure.

4. Switching Channels in the PIP Screen

You can change the PIP channel using the PIP Channel list.
In PIP mode, press the PIP CH LIST button to change the channel. Select a channel using the / button

and press the OK button to change the PIP channel.

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5. PVR

5.1 TSR (Time Shifted Recording)

You can perform Time Shifted Recording (TSR) and other VCR functions within TSR using the playback
control buttons while playing a programme.

The product automatically saves the programme to the built-in hard disk drive temporarily, so
you can pause, play, fast rewind, fast forward, etc. even while watching the currently broadcasting TV
programme.

1. Time Bar

Press the TIME SHIFT button while watching a programme to display the time bar. Time bar displays
the current operation status, the time gap between the broadcasting point and watching point and the
amoun

t of temporarily saved programme.

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that

1 2 63

 Operation status  Watching point

 Watching point time  Broadcasting (Live) point

 Amount of saved programme  Current time

2. Pause

1. Press the PAUSE button to pause the current programme.

2. If you press the PAUSE button once again, the programme is resumed from that point.

Note: Pause makes the time gap or delay betw

time gap is equivalent to the period the programme has been paused. Operations such as slow

motion and fast rewind also make the time gap. Press th
go to live programme.

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een the broadcasting (live) point and watching point. The

e STOP button to close the time gap and

5. PVR

3. Fast Rewind

1. Press the FAST REWIND button to watch missed scenes.

2. Each time you press the FAST REWIND button, the rewind speed increases in the following sequence:

x 2, x 4, x 6, x 8, x 10.

3. If you press the PLAY button, the fast rewind operation stops and

speed.

Note: You can fast rewind back to the start point. If you reach the start point while rewinding, the

programme is automatically played at normal speed from that point.

4. Fast Forward

1. Press the FAST FORWARD button to fast forward the programme.

2. Each time you press the FAST FORWARD button, the speed increases in the following sequence: x 2, x

4, x 6, x 8 x 10.

3. If you press the PLAY button, the fast

speed.

forward operation stops and the programme is played at normal

the programme is played at normal

Note: You can use the fast forward operation only when there is a time gap between the current

watching point and the broadcasting (live
slow motion or fast rewind. You can fast forward to the current broadcasting point. If the watching
point reaches the broadcasting (live) point, the programme is automatically played at normal
speed.

) point caused by previous operations such as pause,

5. TSR Recording

Press the RECORD button while TSR is operating to record the current programme immediately. While the
time shift operation records the programme temporarily, the recording operation records the programme

per

manently so that you can playback the recorded programme at any time. For more information about
recording, refer to 5.2 Recording.

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5. PVR

5.2 Recording

Using the built-in hard disk drive, you can record a programme without external media devices such as a
VCR.

Note:

• Ensure that there is enough free space before recording. If the free space on the hard disk drive is
insu cient, recording will stop. Recording a one-hour programme may require up to two or three
GB of hard disk space. The space necessary for recording a one-hour programme may be di erent
depending on the programme.

• You can record radio programmes also.

• Pressing the STAND-BY button while recording will not stop the recording. The product will go to
Stand-by mode after completing recording.

1. General Recording

Press the RECORD button on the remote control to record the
current programme instantly. You can select the point you want
to record using the / button. Press the RECORD button to start
instant recording from that point.

2. Adjusting the Recording End Time

Select Unlimited, Current Programme, Next Programme or User De ne (00:00:00) using the / button
and press the OK button.

Unlimited

End of: Current
Programme

End of: Next
Programme

00:00:00

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You can record programmes consecutively
unless you stop recording.

You can record the current programme.

You can record the current and following
programmes.

You ca

n set the recording end time using

the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons.

5. PVR

5.3 Playback

Press the ARCHIV button to display the recorded programme
list. Select a programme you want to playback and press the OK
button. For more information, refer to 9.1 Recorded Programme.

5.4 Chase Play

You can watch the programme from the beginning as the rest of the programme is simultaneously
being recorded. You can perform TSR (Time Shifted Recording) using the playback control buttons while
recording.

5.5 Bookmark

You can jump to a position directly using the bookmark feature in recorded programme playback. Use
bookmarks to search a speci c scene quickly and conveniently.

1. Adding Bookmark

Press the ADD BOOKMARK button at the location you want to
set a bookmark while playing back a recorded programme.

Note: The bookmark function is available for recorded

programmes only.

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2. Deleting Bookmark

1. Press the BOOKMARK LIST button after adding a bookmark.

2. Select the location you want to view using the

and press the OK button to start playback from the location
you have selected.

3. Press the BOOKMARK LIST button again to return to the play
bar.

4. To delete a location, select the locat
and press the ADD BOOKMARK button.

ion you want to delete

5.6 Additional Time Shift Operations

You can perform additional time shift operations using the following buttons on the remote control.

1. Slow Motion

1. Press the SLOW MOTION button to play the current programme in slow motion.

2. Each time you press the SLOW MOTION button, the speed decreases in the following sequence: x 1/2,
x 1/4, x 1/8.

3. Press the PLAY button to stop slow motion and return to normal speed.

/ button

2. Direct Jump

Press the / button while time bar is displayed to move to the time point you want and press the OK
button to play the programme from the speci ed time point.

3. Instant Replay

Press the INSTANT REPLAY button to go back 7 seconds. When the replay has been completed the
programme will play from the current point. Refer to 10.5.4 Instant Replay Time.

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4. Goto

Press the GOTO button to display the moving point list. Select 00:00:00, Start, End/Live using the /
button.

00:00:00

Start

End/Live

You can set the speci c point using the
NUMERIC(0-9) buttons.

The time shifted or recorded programme plays
from the start point.

The time shifted or recorded programme jumps

to the end point and the live broadcasting will
resume.

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6. Channel List

You can display the channel list and switch to other channels.

Five types of channel lists are provided for quick and easy channel search.

TV The list of all TV channels

Radio The list of all radio channels

Favourite The list of favourite channels in  ve subgroups according to your private taste

Satellite The lists of channels classi ed by satellites

Scramble The lists of channels classi e

You can display the channel list and switch to another channel on the channel list.

1. Press the LIST button while watching a programme to display
the channel list.

2. Select a channel using the
button to change the 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 button to change to the selected channel.

4. Press the  button while the channel list is displayed to view
the group list. Select a channel group using the
and press the OK or  button. Select a sub-group using the

/ button and press the OK button. The channel list for the

selected subgroup is displayed.

Note:

• You can also display the channel list by pressing the OK
button.

• Each time you press the TV/RADIO button while the ch
list is displayed, the channel list will be switched between TV
and radio channel list.

• Press the PAGE-/PAGE+ button to move to the previous/next
page.

• To display scramble icon in the channel list, select
MENUPreferencesMiscellaneous SettingsOption in CH List.

• If Within the current channel list option is selected from MENUEdit ChannelsChannel Change
Mode, you can only change programme within the selected channel list using the P-/P+ buttons while
watching a programme.

/ button and press the OK

d by CAS types

/ button

annel

On in

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7. EPG

The EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) displays the detailed programme information of each channel, in
time and date order. You can customize your own programme guide to list the channels or programmes of
interest to you and schedul

7.1 Using EPG

You can view programme information for all channels.

1. Press the EPG button.

2. Move to previous /next programme within the same channel

using the

3. Move to another channel using the

more than one channel, use the PAGE-/PAGE+ button to
move to channels by page. Also, you can enter the channel
number using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons on the remote
control to move

4. Select a programme and press the OK button. Then you can

watch the programme if it is on air or reserve it if it is the
future programme.

5. Press the i button in the selected programme to view the

detailed information (if available) of the selected programme.

/ button.

e your viewing using the programme information.

/ button. If there are

to the channel directly.

7.2 Scheduling Recording

1. Select a future programme and press the OK button to record.

2. Select Ye s and press the OK button.

3. When a reservation has been completed, the reservation icon

is displayed on the reserved programme. Press the OK button
again to cancel reservation.

4. If you select a series programme, a pop-up will appear. Select

an option you want using the
button.

/ button and press the OK

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7.3 Selecting Channel Group

You can view programme information of the selected channel list by groups.

1. Press the EPG button.

2. Press the RED button to display the channel group list.

3. Select a channel group using the

4. Press the

5. Select a sub group using the
button.

 button to move the cursor to the sub group.

7.4 Using Time Bar

You can quickly search the time zone using the time bar.

1. Press the EPG button.

2. Press the GREEN button to display the time bar.

3. Select the each button using the / button and press the

OK button to move the time bar. If you press the button
repeatedly, the same operation is repeated.

4. Each button functions as follows.

/ button.

/ button and press the OK

Return Exits the time bar.

Now Moves to the current programme where the

cursor is located.

 Day Moves back to one day before.

Day  Moves forwards to one day ahead.

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7.5 Schedule List

You can add and edit the reserved programme using the schedule list.

1. Press the EPG button.

2. Press the YELLOW button to display the schedule list.

1. Adding a Reservation

1. Select a blank space using the / button and press the OK

button to add a new reservation.

2. Select Channel and Date using the / button and press the

 button to display channel and date lists. Select an item and

press the OK button.

3. Select Time using the

9) buttons to change the time.

4. Select Repeat using the / button and press the /

button to change the repeat frequency.

5. Select Lock using the

6. Select Save and press the OK button to save the changes.

Note:

• The Power On/O time can overlap the recording schedule.

• If the channel is locked, you will be prompted to enter the passwor

• If the reserved programme is overlapped with other programme, adjust the reservation appropriately.

/ button and press the NUMERIC(0-

/ button and press the / button.

d to complete the reservation.

Tip:

• The default password is 0000.

• If you have forgotten the password, please contact your local product distributor.

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1. Adding a Reservation

1. Select a blank space using the / button and press the OK
button to add a new reservation.

2. Select Channel and Date using the

 button to display channel and date lists. Select an item and

press the OK button.

3. Select Time using the / button and press the NUMERIC(0-

9) buttons to change the time.

4. Select Repeat using the
button to change the repeat frequency.

5. Select Lock using the / button and press the / button.

6. Select Save and press the OK button to save the changes.

Note:

• The Power On/O time can overlap the recording schedule.

• If the channel is locked, you will be prompted to enter the passwor

• If the reserved programme is overlapped with other programme, adjust the reservation appropriately.

Tip:

• The default password is 0000.

• If you have forgotten the password, please contact your local product distributor.

/ button and press the /

/ button and press the

d to complete the reservation.

2. Editing a Reservation

1. Select a programme you want to edit using the / button
and press the OK button.

2. Select Delete using the
to delete the reserved programme. A pop-up will appear.

Select OK and press the OK button.

3. Select Edit using the / button and press the OK button to
edit the reserved programme. For more information about
how to edit the information, refer to 7.5.1 Adding a

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/ button and press the OK button

7. EPG

7.6 Finding Programmes

You can  nd the programme you want by entering the name and genre of the programme.

1. Press the EPG button.

2. Press the BLUE button to display the keyboard.

3. Enter the programme nam

4. Select Previous/Next and press the OK button to switch the

keyboard layout.

5. Select Find and press the OK button.

6. Select a programme and press the OK button to watch or

reserve it.

Note: If you want to  ng the programme by genre, select By

Genre and press the OK button. Select the genre and

press the OK button to  nd.

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7.7 Viewing/Recording Contents

You can view and make reservations for recording the contents.

1. When you select a contents-provided channel, a contents icon
will be displayed on the upper left side of the screen. Select
the channel and p

2. Select the content you want and press the OK button.

3. Press the  button to select the time and press the OK button.
The contents currently on air are marked in green. Press the
OK button to play the contents on the upper right screen.
Press the EXIT button to watch the content.

4. The contents marked in white are future contents. Press the OK
button to reserve. A pop-up will appear. Select Yes and press
the OK button.

5. To look up contents in speci c date and time o
PRO button while the contents list is displayed.

6. Set the required Date and Time using the

7. Select Find and press the OK button.

8. After selecting the content from contents list, press the OK
button and watch the content if it is on air or reserve it if it is a
future content.

ress the OK button.

rder, press the

/ button.

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8. Premiere Menu

In this chapter you can easily access the service features.

Note:

• Press the EXIT or

• Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

8.1 PIN-Code Change

You can change the current PIN-Code. Enter your new PIN-Code using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons.

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the

OK or

 button.

3. Select PIN-Code Change using the / button and press the

OK or  button.

 button to save the changes and return to the previous menu.

/ button and press the

1. Changing PIN-Code

1. A notice will appear. Read it carefully and press the OK button.

2. Enter your current PIN-Code.

3. Enter your new PIN-Code.

4. Con rm your new PIN-Code.

Note: When changing the PIN-Code, do not repeat the same

 gures.

2. In case of entering four identical  gures

If you enter four identical  gures as your new PIN-Code, an error message will appear. You will be
prompted to enter another four-digit number as your new PIN-Code.

3. In case of entering a wrong PIN-Code

If you enter the wrong PIN-Code when entering the current PIN-Code, an error message will appear.
Access will be denied for 10 minutes if you enter the wrong PIN-Code three times.

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8.2 Smartcard

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the

3. Select Smartcard using the / button and press the OK or  button.

4. The Smartcard information will be displayed.

Note: The displayed information may di er depending on the type of Smartcard.

8.3 CI-Module

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the / button and press the OK or  button.

3. Select CI-Module1/2 using the / button and press the OK or  button.

4. If Common Interface is available, you can view information about each CI-Module.

Note: The displayed information about each Common Interface may di er depending on the type of

Common Interface.

8.4 System

/ button and press the OK or  button.

You can view system information.

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the / button and press the
OK or  button.

3. Select System using the / button and press the OK or 
button.

4. The system information will be displayed.

5. To initialize all settings, select Reinitialize and press the OK
button.

6. To perform software update, select Software Update and
press the OK button.

Note: The information displayed may di er.

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8.5 Software Update

You can update the software.

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the

OK or

 button.

3. Select Software Update using the

OK or

 button.

4. Select Immediate and press the OK button to start updating.

Select Later and press the OK button to update later.

5. Select Refuse and press the OK button to return to the

previous menu without

6. When completing the software update, the product is

automatically powered o and on again.

updating.

8.6 Search

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the / button and press the

OK or  button.

3. Select Search using the

button.

4. Select Sat-Connection using the / button and press the

OK or  button to set the satellite connection type.

5. Select Premiere Search and press the OK button to activate

search. For more information, refer to 12.3 Automatic Search.

6. Select Start Search of All Program Providers and press the

OK button and enter t
Channel Type. Select Search and press the OK button to activate search.

/ button and press the OK or 

he values for Satellite, Search Type and

/ button and press the

/ button and press the

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8.7 Picture

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the
OK or  button.

3. Select Picture using the / button and press the OK or 
button.

1. Picure Format

Select Picture Format using the / button and select from 4:3 and 16:9 using the OK or  button.

2. Display Format

You can set the display format according to the picture format of your TV.

1. Select Display Format using the / button and press the OK or  button.

2. When choosing 4:3 as picture format, select an option among Auto, Letter Box and Center Mode
using the / button and press the OK or  button.

3. When choosing 16:9 as picture format, select an option among Auto, Pillar Box and Full Mode using
the

/ button and press the OK or  button.

/ button and press the

3. Scart Signal

1. Select Scart Signal using the / button and press the OK or  button.

2. Select an option among CVBS, RGB and S-Video using the

/ button and press the OK or  button.

4. AV Control

1. Select AV Control using the / button and select On/O using the OK or  button.

2. When you select O , a notice will appear. Read carefully and select Ye s .

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8.8 Dolby Digital

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the

OK or  button.

3. Select Dolby Digital using the / button and press the OK

or

 button.

4. Automatic Selection will appear. Select On/O using the OK

or  button.

5. If you select On, the integrated Dolby Digital™ decoder is

enable automatically when a Dolby Digital™ programme is
received.

8.9 Channel List

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Premiere Menu using the

OK or  button.

3. Select Channel List using the / button and press the OK or

 button.

4. Press the OK or  button to select from Germany and Austria.

5. Select Reset Channel List using the / button and press the

OK button to change the pre-programmed channel list.

/ button and press the

/ button and press the

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9. Record

Note:

• Press the EXIT or  button to save the changes and return to the previous menu.

• Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

9.1 Recorded Programme

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Record using the
button.

3. Select Recorded Programme using the / button and press
the OK or

4. Select programme you want to playback and press the OK
button. The recorded programme will start to play in the full
screen.

5. Select programme you want to playback and press the PLAY
button. The recorded programme will start to play in the
video preview window.

6. Press the PRO button to delete all recorded programmes from the recorded programme list.

Note:

• You can also easily vie
watching a programme.

• Press the i button to view the detailed information of the recorded programme.

• You can perform Time Shifted Recording (TSR) and other VCR functions within TSR using the playback
control buttons while playing a programme. Refer to 5.1 TSR.

 button.

/ button and press the OK or 

w the recorded programme list by pressing the ARCHIV button while you are

1. Playing/Replaying/Deleting Recorded Programmes

1. Select a recorded programme and press the GREEN button.

2. Select Play using the / button and press the OK button to
play back the recorded programmes starting at the point it
was stopped.

3. Select Replay using the / button and press the OK button
to play back the recorded programme from the beginning.

4. Select Delete using the
to delete the recorded programme.

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/ button and press the OK button

9. Record

2. Changing Properties

1. Select a recorded program and press the GREEN button.

2. Select Properties using the

button.

3. You can view the information of the recorded programme.

Select Edit and press the OK button.

4. Select Programme using the / button and press the

OK button to display a keyboard on the screen. Enter the
programme name on the keyboard. Select OK and press the
OK button to complete.

5. Select Protect/Lock using the

OK button to change Enable/Disable. You have to enter a
password to change the status from Enable to Disable.

6. After editing, you have to select Save and press the OK button to sav

Displayed when the recording is stopped because of an unexpected error.

Displayed when the channel is protected from deleting and editing.

Displayed when the channel is a locked channel.

Note: If the protect option of the programme is set to Enable, you cannot delete the programme.

/ button and press the OK

/ button and press the

e your changes.

Tip:

• The default password is 0000.

• If you have forgotten the password, please contact your local product distributor.

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1 2 3

3. Editing Recorded Programme

1. Select a recorded program and press the GREEN button.

2. Select Edit File using the

3. You can move the pointer between the time selection bar and the function buttons using the /
button. You can use the / button to navigate within the time selection bar and then con rm the
playback point using the OK button.

 Frame search button

To move to the start Forwards (100 frames)

To move to the end Backwards (1 frame)

/ button and press the OK button.

Backwards (100 frames) Forwards (1 frame)

 Starting/ending point button
 Editing button

Save

You can save the selected recording part as a di erent  le.

1. Select the starting point, press the OK button and then press Starting point button.

2. Select the ending point, press the OK button and then press Ending point button .

3. Select Save and press the OK button.

4. Select OK and press the OK button to save the selected part.

Delete

You can delete the selected recording part.

1. Select the starting point, press the OK button and then press Starting point button.

2. Select the ending point, press the OK button and then press Ending point button.

3. Select Delete and press the OK button.

4. Select OK and press the OK button to delete the selected part.

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Split

You can split the recorded programme into separate recordings.

1. Select the starting point, press the OK button and then press Starting point button.

2. Select Split and press the OK button.

3. Select OK and press the OK button to split the selected point.

4. Displaying Information

1. Select a recorded program and press the GREEN button.

2. Select Information using the / button and press the OK button.

9.2 Recording Schedule

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Record using the / button and press the OK or 

button.

3. Select Recording Schedule using the / button and press

the OK or

Note: You can schedule recording easily using the EPG. Refer to

 button.

Chapter 7. EPG.

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1. Adding a Reservation

1. Select a blank space using the / button and press the OK
button to add a new reservation.

2. Select Channel and Date using the / button and press the

 button to display channel and date lists. Select an item and

press the OK button.

3. Select Time using the / button and press the NUMERIC(0-

9) buttons to change the time.

4. Select Repeat using the / button and press the /
button to change the repeat frequency.

5. Select Lock using the

6. Select Save and press the OK button to save the changes.

Note:

• The Power On/O time can overlap the recording schedule.

• If the channel is locked, you will be prompted to enter the password to complete the reservation.

• If the reserved programme is overlapped with other programme, adjust the reservation appropriately.

Tip:

• The default password is 0000.

• If you have forgotten the password, please contact your local product distributor.

/ button and press the / button.

2. Editing a Reservation

1. Select a programme you want to edit using the / button
and press the OK button.

2. Select Delete using the
to delete the reserved programme. A pop-up will appear.

Select OK and press the OK button.

3. Select Edit using the

to edit the reserved programme. For more information
about how to edit the information, refer to 9.2.1 Adding a

Reservation.

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/ button and press the OK button

/ button and press the OK button

9. Record

9.3 HDD Control

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Record using the / button and press the OK or 

button.

3. Select HDD Control using the

 button.

or

4. You can check the free, used, reserved and total space of the

HDD.

5. Select Format and press the OK button to remove all the

recorded programmes saved on the HDD and initialise th
HDD.

6. Select Ye s and press the OK button when the format

con rmation message appears.

Note:

• The format deletes all the recorded programmes saved on the HDD and tvtv EPG information.

Fo

rmatting does not delete the system  les of the product.

• A certain amount of space is reserved for TSR.

/ button and press the OK

e

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10. Preferences

Note:

• Press the EXIT or  button to save the changes and return to the previous menu.

• Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

10.1 Parental Control

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Preferences using the

 button.

3. Select Parental Control using the / button and press the
OK or

 button.

4. When prompting message is displayed to ask password, enter
the password using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons.

Tip:

• The default password is 0000.

• If you have forgotten the password, please contact your local product distributor.

/ button and press the OK or

1. Censorship Classi cation

Censorship Classi cation allows you to block programmes according to the age level you have set.

1. Select Censorship Classi cation using the
press the OK or  button.

2. Select the age level using the / button and press the OK
button.

Note: You have to enter the password to watch the programme

which is blocked by the age level.

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/ button and

10. Preferences

2. Allow Time Control

You can block programmes according to the watching time for all the channels.

1. Select Allow Time Control using the

the OK or  button to select Enable/Disable.

2. When you select Enable, set the start/end time using the

NUMERIC(0-9) buttons. Select OK and press the OK button.

Note: Once the setting has been completed, you can watch

programme only while the time speci ed by the allow
time. Or you should enter the password to watch any
programme during the unspeci ed time.

3. Change Password

You can change the current password.

1. Select Change Password using the

OK or

 button.

2. Enter New Password using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons and

press the OK button.

3. Enter the new password again to con rm Verify Password

and press the OK button.

/ button and press

/ button and press the

4. Installation Lock

Installation Lock allows you to block access to the installation menu settings you have previously made.
Select Installation Lock using the / button and press the OK or  button to select Enable/Disable.

5. Edit Channel Lock

Edit Channel Lock allows you to block access to the edit channels menu settings you have previously
made. Select Edit Channel Lock using the / button and press the OK or  button to select Enable/
Disable.

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10. Preferences

10.2 Language Setting

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Preferences using the
or  button.

3. Select Language Setting using the / button and press
the OK or

 button.

1. Menu/Audio/Subtitle Language

1. Select Menu/Audio/Subtitle Language using the / button and press the OK or  button.

2. Select the language using the

2. Audio Priority

1. Select Audio Priority using the / button.

2. Select from Language and Dolby Digital using the OK or  button.

/ button and press the OK

/ button and press the OK or  button.

Language You can watch programme in the selected language.

Dolby Digital

Note: You can choose the Dolby Digital audio stream whe

Audio Priority.

You can listen to audio in Dolby Digital mode. When Dolby Digital is selected,
the audio language cannot be changed.

never possible by selecting Dolby Digital in

3. Subtitle Display

1. Select Subtitle Display using the / button.

2. Select from Auto and Manual using the OK or  button.

Auto Subtitles are displayed automatically in the prede ned subtitle language.

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Subtitles are displayed in the language when you select the subtitle language by
pressing th

e SUBTITLE button on the remote control.

10. Preferences

4. Subtitle Font

1. Select Subtitle Font using the / button.

2. Select from Variable and Fixed using the OK or

Variable Uses the horizontally variable subtitle font.

Fixed Uses the  xed subtitle font.

10.3 Time Setting

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Preferences using the / button and press the OK or  button.

3. Select Time Setting using the / button and press the OK or  button.

1. GMT O set

You can set the GMT o set for current time.

1. Select GMT O set using the

 button.

2. Select your GMT o set using the

 button. GMT can be changed in 30 minutes/1 hour

OK or
units.

Note: The current time is set automatically whenever GMT o set

changes.

/ button and press the OK or

/ button and press the

 button.

2. Power ON

You can set the time you want the product to be automatically turned on.

1. Select Power ON using the / button.

2. Select Enable/Disable using the OK or  button.

3. When you select Enable, enter the Channel No. and Time

using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons, select OK and press the OK
button.

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3. Power OFF

You can set the time you want the product to be automatically turned o .

1. Select Power OFF using the

2. Select Enable/Disable using the OK or  button.

3. When you select Enable, enter the Time using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons, select OK and press the OK
button.

Note:

• Once Power On/O has been set, it is repeated everyday.

• You can set the time when the product is automatically powered on/o overlapped with a recording
schedule.

10.4 A/V Control

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Preferences using the

 button.

3. Select A/V Control using the / button and press the OK or

 button.

/ button.

/ button and press the OK or

1. TV-SCART

1. Select TV-SCART using the / button and press the OK or  button.

2. Select an option among CVBS, RGB and S-Video using the

/ button and press the OK or  button.

2. VCR-SCART

Select VCR-SCART using the / button and press the OK or  button to select from CVBS and S-Video.

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3. Audio Output

Select Audio Output using the / button and press the OK or  button to select from Stereo and Mono.

4. TV Standard

1. Select TV Standard using the / button and press the OK or  button.

2. Select an option among Auto, PAL and NTSC using the

5. NTSC Mode

When setting Auto as TV standard, NTSC Mode is enabled.
Select NTSC Mode using the

/ button and press the OK or  button to select from 3.58 and 4.43.

10.5 Miscellaneous Settings

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Preferences using the / button and press the OK or

 button.

3. Select Miscellaneous Settings using the

press the OK or  button.

/ button and

/ button and press the OK or  button.

1. i Display Time

You can set the automatic display time of the information box when the channel is switched.

1. Select i Display Time using the / button and press the OK or  button.

2. Select a value between 1~20 seconds using the

Note: When it is set to Disable, the i-plate will not be displayed when the channel is switched.

/ button and press the OK or  button.

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2. OSD Transparency

You can set the transparency of On Screen Display (OSD).

1. Select OSD Transparency using the

2. Select an option among Disable, 20, 50 and 75 using the / button and press the OK or  button.

Disable Fully opaque screen

25, 50, 75 The bigger the number, the more transparent the screen.

3. Option in CH List

You can set whether or not the scramble icon is displayed.

1. Select Option in CH List using the / button.

2. Press the OK or  button to select On/O .

4. Instant Replay Time

You can view the last 7, 15 or 30 seconds of the current programme.

1. Select Instant Replay Time using the / button and press the OK or  button.

2. Select an option among 7, 15 or 30 using the / button and press the OK or  button.

/ button and press the OK or  button.

5. Teletext Recording

You can set whether or not teletext is recorded.

1. Select Teletext Recording using the / button.

2. Press the OK or  button to select Enable/Disable.

Enable You can record teletext.

Disable You cannot record teletext.

6. Split Recorded Programmes

You can set whether or not recorded programmes are splited.

1. Select Split Recorded Programmes using the / button.

2. Press the OK or  button to select Enable/Disable.

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Note:

• Press the EXIT or

• Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

11.1 Edit Channel Lists

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Edit Channels using the / button and press the OK

or  button.

3. Select Edit Channel Lists using the / button and press the

OK or

 button.

4. Press the OK or  button in Group to select the group of

channel list. Select the group using the / button and press
the OK button.

5. Select a channel using the / button and press the OK

button. You can select more than one channel. Select Move
using the
cursor to the destination using the / button and press the
OK button.

6. Select a channel using the / button and press the OK

button. You can select one channel at a time. Select Rename
using the
channel name directly using the keyboard displayed on the
screen. When entering channel name is complete, select OK
and press the OK button.

7. Select a channe

button. You can select more than one channel. Select Delete/
Lock using the / button and press the OK button.

8. Select Select All/ Unselect All using the

the OK button to select/unselect all channels.

Note:

• Press the TV/RADIO button to move to the TV or radio

channel list directly.

• When the locked channel(s) is selected or all ch

locked, Lock is switched to Unlock. When you select Unlock
and press the OK button, locked channel is switched to an
unlocked channel.

 button to save the changes and return to the previous menu.

/ button and press the OK button. Move the

/ button and press the OK button. Enter a

l using the / button and press the OK

/ button and press

annels are

Tip:

• The default password is 0000.

• If you have forgotten the password, please contact your local product distributor.

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11.2 Edit Preferred Channels

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Edit Channels using the
or  button.

3. Select Edit Preferred Channels using the / button and
press the OK or

4. Select the channel you want to add to the preferred channel
list and press the Add icon.

5. Select the channel you want to remove a channel from the
preferred channel list and press the Remove icon.

The icons for editing the preferred channel list are described in the following table.

Add Adds to the preferred channel list.

Remove Removes from the preferred channel list.

TV/Radio Switches between T V and radio channel list.

Move

Sort

Unselect All Unselects all selected channels.

 button.

Changes the order of channels within the
preferred channel list.

Sorts channels by number or name in all TV/
radio channel list.

/ button and press the OK

Note:

• Press the TV/RADIO button to move to the TV or radio channel list directly.

• The channel number is automatically assigned from 0 to 99 once it is moved to the preferred channel
list.

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11.3 Edit Favourite Groups

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Edit Channels using the

OK or  button.

3. Select Edit Favourite Groups using the / button and

press the OK or

 button.

4. You will be prompted to select a favourite group. Select a

favourite group to edit using the / button and press the
OK button.

The icons for editing the favourite channel list are described in the following table.

Add Adds to the favourite group.

Remove Removes from the favourite group.

TV/Radio Switches between TV and radio channel list.

/ button and press the

Fav.G roup Changes the favourite group.

Move

Rename Renames the name of favourite group.

Sort

Unselect All Unselects all selected channels.

Changes the order of channels wi
favourite group.

Sorts channels by number or name in all TV/

radio channel list.

thin the

Note: Press the TV/RADIO button to move to the TV or radio channel list directly.

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11.4 Channel Change Mode

If Within the current channel list option is selected, you can only change programme within the selected
channel list using the P-/P+ while watching a programme.

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Edit Channels using the / button and press the
OK or

 button.

3. Select Channel Change Mode and press the OK or  button.

4. Select from All Channels and Within the current channel list
using the / button and press the OK button.

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Note:

• Press the EXIT or

• Press the MENU button to exit the menu screen.

12.1 Antenna Connection

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Installation using the

 button.

3. Select Antenna Connection using the / button and press

the OK or

4. Select Connection Type using the / button and press the

OK or  button. Select an option among Single, Dual(Same)
and Dual(Di erent).

Connection TypeLNB 1LNB2

ASTRA1-Single Fixed Antenna

ASTRA1-Dual(Same)Fixed Antenna

 button to save the changes and return to the previous menu.

/ button and press the OK or

 button.

Motor Antenna
SMATV

ASTRA1­Dual(Di erent)

ASTRA1­UniCable(LNB1)

5. Select LNB 1 using t

button. Select an option among Fixed Antenna, Motor Antenna and SMATV using the / button

and press the OK button.

Note: When you select Single or Dual(Same) in the Connection Type menu, the LNB 2 is disabled.

6. Select LNB 2 using the

Motor Antenna using the

Fixed Antenna/
Motor Antenna

Fixed Antenna

he / button and press the OK or 

/ button and press the OK or  button. Select from Fixed Antenna and

/ button and press the OK button.

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12.2 Antenna Setting

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Installation using the

3. Select Antenna Setting using the / button and press the OK or  button.

1. Fixed Antenna

You can set the antenna and LNB information for channel search. If the antenna is not properly set,
channel search cannot be activated which means you cannot watch any of the programmes on air.

ect Satellite using the / button and press the OK or 

1. Sel
button. Select the satellite the antenna is pointing to using
the

/ button and press the OK or  button. If the required

satellite is not available in the list, select User De ne.

2. Select Satellite Alternative using the

the OK or
alternative is set to Enable, channel search is not available.

3. Select LNB Frequency using the
or  button to select an option. If the required value does not
exist, select User De ne and enter the LNB frequency directly
using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons.

Note: If you select Universal, the 22kHz Tone value is set to Disable.

4. Select 22kHz Tone using the

 button. If there is no satellite that the satellite

/ button and press the OK or  button.

/ button and press

/ button and press the OK

/ button and press the OK or  button to select Enable/Disable.

Enable Dual LNB is used or two antennas are connected to the 22KHz tone switch box.

Disable 22KHz is not in use.

5. Select DiSEqC Input using the / button and press the OK or  button to select an option.

6. Select LNB Voltage using the / button and press the OK or  button to select from Standard and
High.

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2. Motor Antenna

Motor Type

1. Select Motor Type using the / button and press the OK or

 button.

2. Select LNB Frequency using the

or

 button to select an option. If the required value does not

exist, select User De ne and enter the LNB frequency directly

using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons.

Note: If you select Universal, the 22kHz Tone va

Disable.

3. Select Motor Kind using the

 button to select an option.

DiSEqC1.2 General motor antenna using DiSEqC1.2

USALS Motor antenna using USALS

Note: When Motor Type is set as DiSEqC 1.2, both My Longitude and My Latitude are set to Disabled.

4. Select My Longitude using the / button and press the OK or  button. Enter my longitude value

using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons. Select from East/West using the
button to complete.

5. Select My Latitude using the

the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons. Select from North/South using the / button and press the OK button
to complete.

/ button and press the OK

lue is set to

/ button and press the OK or

/ button and press the OK

/ button and press the OK or  button. Enter my latitude value using

Edit Satellite Data

1. Select Edit Satellite Data using the / button and press the

OK or  button.

2. Select Satellite using the / button and press the OK or 

button. Select a satellite to edit using the OK or  button.

3. Select Satellite Alternative using the / button and press

the OK or

4. Select Satellite Longitude using the / button and press

the OK or  button. Enter my longitude value using the
NUMERIC(0-9) buttons. Select from East/West using the /

button and press the OK button to complete.

5. Select Save using the

Note: Satellite Longitude is editable for User De ne Satellite only.

 button.

/ button and press the OK button.

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Motor Setting

1. Select Motor Setting using the / button and press the OK
or

 button.

2. Select Satellite using the / button and press the OK or 
button. Select the satellite the antenna is pointing to from the
options using the

3. Select Transponder using the
OK or

 button. Select an option for transponder using the

/ button and press the OK or  button. To add another

transponder, select User De ne from the list. Add transponder
screen will appear. Enter the values for Frequency,

Polarization, Symbol Rate and FEC. Select Done and press
the OK button to complete.

4. Select Driving Mode using the
motor driving is set as Step or Time, a pop up will appear to set the driving size. Select the driving size
using the / button. Select OK and press the OK button.

Continuous Motor moves continuously.

Step Motor moves by speci ed unit.

Time Motor moves during speci ed time.

/ button and press the OK or  button.

/ button and press the

/ button and press the OK or  button to select an option. When

5. Select Go to Stored Position using the

/ button and press the / button to move the antenna

to the position of the selected satellite. Wait till the antenna moves to the position of the satellite.

Con rm signal strength and quality level and  ne-tune the antenna direction.

6. Select Store Current Position using the

/ button and press the OK button to save the adjusted

position of the satellite. The position of the antenna headed for the certain satellite will be saved.

Note: You can set the antenna position by repeat

ing the procedure above.

7. Select Recalculate using the / button and press the OK button to recalculate the position of
all satellites based on one satellite. Adjust the antenna position of a certain satellite. To readjust all
positions, select Ye s and press the OK button.

Note: When Motor Type is set as USALS, Driving Mode, Store Current Position, Recalculate is set to

Disabled.

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Installer Menu

1. Select Installer Menu using the / button and press the

OK or

 button to set default setting and operation limit for

motor antenna.

2. Select Motor Limit using the / button and press the OK

or

 button to select Enable/Disable. To save the present

location, change the Motor Limit to Enable.

Enable

Disable Setting is released.

Note:

• When Motor Limit is set to Enable, Limit Position and Set Limits are set to Disabled.

• When setting new motor limit, set to Disable.

3. Select Limit Position using the

4. Select Set Limit using the / button and press the / button to move the antenna to the limit

position.

Note: When limit is set, Motor Limit is automatically set to Enable.

5. Select Reset Position using the

motor antenna to the default setting. A pop-up will appear. Select OK and press the OK button. Please
wait during the motor antenna is restored.

Note: Reset may not be activated depending on the condition of the antenna. Repeat the procedure

above if necessary.

Motor limit is set. motor does not exceed the
limit.

/ button and press the OK or  button to select East/West.

/ button and press the OK button to restore the position saved at

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12.3 Automatic Search

If the product is connected to the antenna and TV, you can automatically search satellites and channels
without entering any other information.

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Installation using the

 button.

3. Select Automatic Search using the
OK or  button.

4. Select Satellite using the / button and press the OK or 
button to select the satellite.

5. Select Search Type using the

 button. Select an option among All, FTA and CAS and press

the OK or  button.

All earches all channels.

FTA Searches only free channels.

CAS Searches channels for selected CAS.

/ button and press the OK or

/ button and press the

/ button and press the OK or

6. Select Channel Type using the
or

 button. Select an option among All, TV and Radio and

press the OK or  button.

7. Select Search using the / button and press the OK button.
Channel search will activate. Select Select All/ Unselect All
using the / button and press the OK button to select/
unselect all channels. Select a channel using the
and press the OK button. Select Delete and press the OK
button. To save search results, select Save and press the OK
button.

Note:

• When you select Stop during channel search, the search
will b

e discontinued and the accumulated search results will

show.

• If there are no channels available, a message indicating the
result will pop up.

/ button and press the OK

/ button

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12.4 Manual Search

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Installation using the

 button.

3. Select Manual Search using the / button and press the OK

or

 button.

4. Select Satellite using the

button to select the satellite.

5. Select Transponder using the

or  button. Select a transponder using the / button and
press the OK or  button. To add another transponder, select
User De ne from the list. Add transponder screen will appear.
Enter the values for Frequency, Polarization, Symbol Rate
and FEC. Select Done and press the OK button to complete.

6. Select Network Search using the

OK or  button to select Enable/Disable.

7. Select Search Type using the

 button. Select an option among All, FTA and CAS and press

the OK or  button.

All Searches all channels.

/ button and press the OK or

/ button and press the OK or 

/ button and press the OK

/ button and press the

/ button and press the OK or

FTA Searches only free channels.

CAS Searches channels for selected CAS.

8. Select Channel Type using the / button and press the OK

or  button. Select an option among All, TV and Radio and
press the OK or  button.

9. Select Search using the / button and press the OK button.

Channel search will activate. Select Select All/ Unselect All
using the

/ button and press the OK button to select/

unselect all channels. Select a channel using the / button
and press the OK button. Select Delete and press the OK

button. To save search results, select Save and press the OK
button.

Note:

• The manual search is recommended only for experienced users.

• When you select Stop during channel search, the search will be discontinued and the accumulated

search results will show.

• If there are no channels available, a message indicating the result will pop up.

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12.5 Other Search

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Installation using the

 button.

3. Select Other Search using the / button and press the OK
or

 button.

4. Press the OK or  button to search channels of the selected
satellites by transponders if you know the transponder
information.

5. Enter the values for Frequency, Polarization, Symbol Rate
and FEC.

6. Select Search using the
Channel search will activate. Select Select All/ Unselect All
using the / button and press the OK button to select/
unselect all channels. Select a channel using the / button
and press the OK button. Select Delete and press the OK
button. To save search results, select Save and press the OK
button.

Note:

• When you select Stop during channel search, the search will
be

discontinued and the accumulated search results will

show.

• If there are no channels available, a message indicating the result will pop up.

• Other Search enabled only when the Connection Type in the antenna connection is set to ASTRA1-
Single.

/ button and press the OK or

/ button and press the OK button.

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12.6. Default Setting

Default Setting enables you to restore the product to the factory default.

Warning: Please note that once you perform Default Setting, all

data such as antenna setting information, channel list,
and all user con gure

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Select Installation using the

 button.

3. Select Default Setting using the

OK or

 button.

4. Select Ye s and press the OK button to restore all setting to

factory default. To return to the previous menu, select No and
press the OK or EXIT button.

5. You will be prompted

starting to load default setting. Enter the password to
proceed.

6. When default setting is completed, installation wizard pops

up automatically and assists channel search. For detailed
information about installation wizard, refer to Chapter 3.
Installation Wizard.

d data will be deleted.

/ button and press the OK or

/ button and press the

to enter your password again before

Tip: The default password is 0000.

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13. 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

– http://www.humaxdigital.com.

It is recommended that you periodically check for the availability of software update.

13.1 OTA (Over the Air)

OTA, an abbreviation of Over–the-Air, is a standard for the transmission of software through a broadcast
system.

OTA is simply an alternative method for downloading software versions. However, the manufacturers
reserve the right for deciding the release of the software for their products by beaming the latest software
versions over the air via satellite. Note that OTA is only limited to certain geographical regions mainly due
to di

erent antennas having di erent footprints(area where the signal can be received). The software

update via satellite will only occur under the following circumstances.

1. The equipment should have the appropriate loader software.

Caution: Please note that if the normal loader software is not equipped, the product may not be

updated or operate properly after software update.

2. The manufacturer decides to release

3. The equipment must be tuned properly to the same antenna equivalent to that of the manufacturer.

4. Update software when the signal strength and quality is high. If the weather is not favorable, and the
signal strength and quality are not recommendable, perform the software update later.

Caution:

• Please be careful to keep the power on and the power
power is o during software update, fatal damage may be caused to the product.

• Please be careful not to pull out the signal line (LNB cable) during software update. Update may be
interrup

Note

• It may take 5~10 minutes to update software.

• Other functions will not activate while software update takes place.

• You cannot schedule programmes during software update.

ted and the product may not operate.

the software via a designated satellite.

cord plugged in during software update. If the

released software versions.

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1. New software is found when powering on.

1. A message will pop up to notify that a new software is found.

2. Select Immediate and press the OK button to start updating immediately. Select Later and press the

OK button to update later (stand-by). Select Refuse and press t
menu without updating.

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

4. When software update is complete, the equipment is automatically powered o and on again.

Note: You c

an delay the software update up to three times when you select Refuse.

2. Mandatory Update

1. A message will pop up to notify updating.

2. Press the OK button to start updating immediately.

Note: You cannot operate any buttons except for the OK button.

13.2 Software Update from PC

You can connect the product to your PC and update the software directly by transferring the latest
software from the PC. Follow the steps below to download the latest software over the internet.

1. Download the latest software from the website (http://www.humaxdigital.com).

2. Download and install the download tool.

3. Connect your PC to the product with an RS-232C serial cable.

4. Execute the installed download tool and follow the instructions p

5. Power On/O to start operating.

he OK button to return to the previous

rovided.

RS-232C Cable

RS-232C

PC

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14. Appendix

14.1 Menu Map

Premiere Menu

Record

Preferences

Edit Channels

Installation

1. PIN-Code Change

2. Smartcard

3. CI-Module 1

4. CI-Module 2

5. System

6. Software Update

7. Search

8. Picture

9. Dolby Digital

10. Channel List

1. Recorded Programme

2. Recording Schedule

3. HDD Control

1. Parental Control

2. Language Setting

3. Time Setting

4. A/V Control

5. Miscellaneous Settings

1. Edit Channel Lists

2. Edit Preferred Channels

3. Edit Favourite Groups

4. Channel Change Mode

1. Antenna Connection

2. Antenna Setting

3. Automatic Search

4. Manual Search

5. Other Search

6. Default Setting

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14. Appendix

14.2 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 di erent power outlet.

2. No picture on TV set

• Make sure that the product is powered on and in operation mode. (Press the STAND-BY button)

• Make sure that the AV cable is  rmly connected to the TV.

• Make sure that the antenna cable is properly connected to the product.

• Make sure that the antenna setting in the menu is correct.

• 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

3. Poor picture/sound quality

• Install the antenna in an obstacle-free place.

• Make sure there is no mobile phone or microwave oven near the product.

• Keep the power and the antenna cable for the satellite apart from each other.

• Check the signal levels and adjust your antenna if the level is too low. The signal level may be a ected by
weather conditions.

Note: If the antenna is covered with snow or the RF is weakened by heavy rain, the condition of the

sound and picture may temporarily be poor. However, the poor sound and picture quality due to
weather conditions cannot b

• Check that your dish alignment is correct.

• Change the satellite dish for a larger one as this will increase the signal levels received.

• Replace the LNB with a lower noise factor in cases where

• Replace the LNB with a new one in case it is damaged or out of order.

4. No or 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 batter

ies in the remote control for a new set.

the product is in external input mode.

e accepted as a malfunction of product.

the noise factor is too high.

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6. Cannot make reservations.

• Check that no previous reservations are con icting with the new reservation.

• Check that the product is switched on at the time of the reservation.

7. No password information is given.

• The default password is always 0000.

8. Channel search does not work.

• Make sure that the antenna setting in the menu is correct.

9. 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.

10. Cannot watch scrambled channels.

• Check that you have the appropriate Smartcard or CI-Module. Reinsert the Smartcard or CI-Module and make
sure it initializes correctly.

• Check in the menu that the product is detecting the Smartcard or CI-Module.

• Check in the menu that you have a valid and working subscription to the channels you wish to view.

• Ensure that the Smartcard or CI-Module is not damaged.

11. Cannot watch pay channels.

• Check in the menu that you have a valid and working subscription to the channels you wish to view.

• Contact your network operator for more information.

12. Cannot record progammes.

• The hard disk is full. Delete unnecessary programmes and make space for new recording.

• Check if recording is overlapped with another channel. Stop the current recording or wait until the recording is
 nished.

13. Cannot operate the TSR (Time Shifted Recording).

• The TSR may not be available during the recording. Wait until the recording is  nished.

• Delete unnecessary programmes and make space for new recording.

14. The product makes a humming noise.

• The noise is from the fan; the hard disk is operating normally. This kind of noise is inevitable but seldomly
noticeable.

15. Cannot playback.

• To play back the recorded  le of a scrambled channel, use the Smartcard. In case it has been a long time since
you last recorded, this may not work. Contact the product distributor.

• The signal during

16. Cannot change channel while recording.

• Certain channels may not be changed due to restriction of the tuner or connection type.

the recording may be weak or the hard disk too full.

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14.3 Error Message

Error message

You forgot your PIN­Code.

Reference 3 – Insert
your Smartcard in
direction of arrow
with golden chip side
facing up.

Reference 9 – Your
Smartcard has
expired.

Reference 10 – Your
Smartcard has not
been activated for this
program yet.

No or bad signal

Possible causes What to do

Call the call centre of your programme
provider.

the Smartcard into the product

Smartcard is not inserted properly.

The activation of your Smartcard
has not arrived yet.

The subscribed programme was
not watched for quite a long time
so that the activation could not be
renewed.

The activation of your Smartcard
has not arrived yet.

You ha

ve not subscribed this

channel.

The satellite dish is not pointing at

th

e satellite.

Signal is too weak.

Satellite dish is too small. Change to a larger dish.

Insert
as described in the user’s manual.

You will receive your activation

automaticall
the product. Switch to a subscribed

channel and wait for approx. 60
minutes to receive the activation.

If you have subscribed the TV program
for quite a long time already, insert the
Smartcard into the product. Switch

,

to a subscribed channel and wait for
approx. 60 minutes to receive the
activation again. This will happen
automatically.

You will receive your activation
automatically. Insert the Smartcard into
the product. Switch to a subscribed

channel and wait for approx. 60
minutes to receive the activation again.

Verify whether you have subscribed the
channel. If you want to subscribe the
channel, call your program provider.

Adjust dish alignment.

Increase the LNB voltage or connect a
signal ampli er.

y. Insert the Smartcard into

Problem with LNB.Change the LNB.

Wrong antenna

setting. Set the antenna correctly.

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Error message

The channel is
scrambled or not
available.

Audio not available.

CI module not
installed

Possible causes What to do

The channel has a signal, but no
audio or video is provided.

The channel has not been deleted
by broadcas

The channel is for data
broadcasting.

Smartcard is not plugged in. Insert Smartcard.

Wrong Smartcard is in use.

Smartcard is not plugged in
correctly.

Smartcard is damaged.

The channel has a video signal, but
no

audio is provided.

CI module is not installed. Install proper CI-Module.

CI module is not inserted correctly. Pull out the CI-Module and plug it in.

CI modul

ting company.

e is not recognized. Replace CI-Module.

Con rm if the channel is currently on
air.

Remove the channel from the channel
list and check for new transponder
details.

The channel cannot be viewed with the
appropriate model t
channels.

Insert the appropriate Smartcard for
the channel(s) you wish to view.

Reinsert Smartcard; ensure t
inserted correctly.

Contact your Smartcard retailer or
channel broadcaster for a Smartcard
replacement.

Press the audio button on your remote
control to con rm that the channel has
audio options.

hat supports data

hat it is

Invalid CI module

Short LNB

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Wrong CI module.Insert the correct CI module.

CI module is not inserted correctly.Remove and reinsert the CI module.

CI module is damaged. Replace CI module.

LNB cable is short.Repl

LNB is internally short.Replace LNB.

Alien substance is inserted in LNB
IN

Port and port may be damaged.

ace LNB Cable.

Remove the alien substance and
contact local

Service center in case damag
occurred.

ed has

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14.4 Speci cation

Tuner & Channel

Input Connector IEC 169-24 (F-Type)

Output Connector IEC 169-24 (F-Type)

Frequency Range 950 ~ 2150 MHz

Signal Level 25 ~ +75 dBmV

Vertical : +13.5V (+14V at high voltage)

LNB Power & Polarisation

22KHz Tone

DiSEqC Control Version 1.0, 1.2, USALS compatible

Demodulation QPSK

Input Symbol Rate 1~ 45 Ms/s

FEC Mode 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, and 7/8 with constraint length k=7

Horizontal : +18V (+18.5V at high voltage)
Current : Max. 500mA (Overload protection)

Frequency : 22 ± 4KHz
Amplitude : 0.6 ± 0.2V

MPEG Transport Stream and Audio/Video Decoding

Transport Stream MPEG-2 ISO/IEC 13818 Transport Stream

Pro le Level MPEG2 MP@ML

Input Rate Max. 15 Mbps

Aspect Ratio 4:3, 16:9, Letter Box

Video Resolution 720x576, 720x480

Audio Decoding MPEG/MusiCam Layer

Audio Mode Single Mono/Dual mono/Stereo/Joint stereo

Memory/HDD

Flash Memory 4MB

Graphic/ Sysetem Memory 64MB

EEPROM 8KB

HDD 160GB, 250GB

I & II

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Audio/Video & Data In/Out

TV SCART (CVBS, S-Video, RGB)

Video

Audio

Data RS-232C (9-pin socket type)

Power Supply

Input Voltage 90-250V a.c., 50/60Hz

Type Switching Mode Power Supply (SMPS)

Power Consumption Max. 50W

Stand-by Power Max. 9W

Protection

Physical Speci cation

Dimension 380mm x 70mm x 281mm(W x H x D)

VCR SCART (CVBS, S-Video)
RCA-Type (CVBS)

TV SCART, VCR SCART, Audio L/R, S/PDF (Digital Audio
Output)

Separate inter
The input should be protected against lightning.

nal Fuse.

Weight 3.5kg with 250GB HDD

Operation Temperature 0 ºC ~ 45 ºC

Storage Humidity 5~95% RH

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14.4 Glossary

1. DiSEqC (Digital Satellite Equipment Control)

A DiSEqC compatible receiver relies on a switching box which detects the 22kHz tone pulsing rapidly

on and o . In this way, a specially designed receiver can control numerous LNBs through a DiSEqC
switching box.

2. Dolby Digital

An encoding system that digitally compresses up to 5.1 discrete channels of audio (left front, centre,

right front, left surround, right surround) into a single Bitstream. A low frequency e ect (LFE) channel
is included providing the sound needed for special e ects.

3. EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)

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.

4. FEC (Forward Error

A technique for error control of data transmission.

5. Frequency

The property of a signal measured in cycles per second (=Hz).

6. LNB (Low Noise Block)

A device that is mounted on an arm facing your satellite dish, focusing on satellite signals. A LNB

converts signals receive
coaxial cable.

7. NVOD (Near Video On Demand)

A technology that allows customers to view the start of popular programmes or  lms within a short

period from the time they make their selection. This is possible as the broadcaster sends multiple
copies with staggered start times.

8. OSD (On Screen Display)

OSD displays the basic information ne

information may include brightness, contrast, tuning, RGB adjustment, and screen size and position.

9. OTA (Over the Air)

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.

10. Polarization

The direction of the electrical a

polarisation. Means that a frequency can be used twice.

11. RS-232C

A connection to allow you to connect to a PC to update receiver’s software.

Correction)

d from satellite to a lower frequency and sends them to a satellite receiver via

cessary for the users to con gure monitor or TV settings. OSD

nd magnetic  elds of a signal. Satellites use both vertical and horizontal

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12. 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 de

13. 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.

14. S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface format)

tandard format for the transfer of digital audio signals. It allows the transfer of digital audio

A s

between two devices without any conversion to and from analogue, which could degrade the signal
quality.

15. Transponder

A satellite is divided up in parts called transponders. A transponder is one distribution section of the

satellite. Each transponder can be used for distribution of several channels or services.

16. PIP (Picture In Picture)

A function that allows you to display two di erent TV channe

17. PVR (Personal Video Recorder)

Video recorder that can record and playback programmes directly using the embedded hard disk

drive(s).

18. Trick-Play

Pause, Fast Forward/Fast Rewind, Slow Mot

19. TSR (Time Shifted Recording)

A function that records the present programme temporarily to support trick-play.

20. HDD (Hard Disk Drive)

The primary computer storage medium, which is made of one or more aluminum or glass platters,

coated with a ferromagnetic material.

vices.

ls (or TV inputs) on a single screen.

ion, Instant Replay, Commercial Skip, Repeat A-B.

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14.6 Service and Support

Information concerning troubleshooting, software upgrade and product support is provided in the
following websites and call centers.

Should your product require warranty service, please contact HUMAX to obtain the appropriate

authoriz

ation.

Deutschland

Tel: [phone] (0.14 €/Min)

Opening Hours: Mo-So 8:00-23:00 Uhr

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.humax-digital.de

Language: Deutsch/English/Turkish

Austria

Tel: [phone] (€0,14/min)

Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 8:00-23:00

E-mail: [e-mail]

Website: www.humax-digital.de

Language: Deutsch/English/Turkish

Note: For hardware repair, plea

se visit our website.

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