Humax VACI-ACEPLUS User Manual

Thank you for purchasing a HUMAX product. Please read this user manual carefully, to be able to safely install, use and maintain the product at maximum performance. Keep this user manual next to your product for future reference.

Throughout the whole manual, Note indicates additional product operation information to make the user aware of possible problems and information of any importance to help the user understand, use and maintain the installation.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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

All other trademarks are the properties of their respective owners.

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.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

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The product has been manufactured to satisfy international safety standards. Please read the following safety precautions and warnings carefully.

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

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

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

• Do not stand the product on soft furnishings or carpets. Do not stack electronic equipments on top of the product.

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

• Disconnect the product from the mains before connecting or disconnecting the cable from the antenna or TV.

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

• Place the product indoors to avoid exposing it to lightening, rain or sun. Do not place it near a radiator or heat register. Make sure it has more than 10 cm clearance from any appliances susceptible to electromagnetic influences, such as a TV or a VCR. Do not block these openings with any object, and do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. If you place the product on a rack or bookcase, ensure that there is adequate ventilation and that you have followed the manufacturer's instructions for mounting. Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table where it can fall. A falling product can cause serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.

• 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.

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

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

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1. Before Using the Product

1.1 Package Contents

1.2 Front Panel

1.3 Rear Panel

1.4 Conditional Access

1.5 Remote Control

2. Setup

2.1 Connecting Antenna/TV/VCR

2.2 Connecting Audio System

2.3 Powering On

3. Menu Map GB15

4. Searching Services

4.1 Antenna Setting

4.2 Manual Search

4.3 Satellite Setting

4.4 Motor Limit Setting

4.5 USALS Setting

4.6 Automatic Search

5. Basic Operation

5.1 Viewing Programme

5.2 Changing Language

5.3 Teletext

5.4 Setting Property of Service

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6. Service List

6.1 Switching Services

6.2 Organising Services

6.3 Organising Favourite Services

6.4 Organising Networks

6.5 Deleting Satellites

7. Programme Guide GB31

8. Setting Preferences

8.1 Parental Control

8.2 System Setting

9. System Information

9.1 Status

9.2 Common Interface

9.3 Default Setting

10. Utility GB37

11. Software Update GB38

12. Troubleshooting GB40

13. Specification GB42

14. Service and Support GB43

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1.3 Rear Panel

1. LNB IN

Connects to a satellite antenna cable.

2. LNB OUT

Connects to another digital Set-Top Box.

3. RS-232C

Connects to your PC to update software.

4. TV SCART

Connects a TV SCART cable.

5. VCR SCART

Connects a VCR SCART cable.

6. VIDEO

Connects to the TV or VCR and outputs video signals.

7. AUDIO L/R

Connects to the TV or VCR and outputs audio signals.

8. RF OUT

Connects the RF output jack of the product and the RF input jack on the TV with the RF cable.

9. RF IN

Connects the general aerial antenna and the RF input jack of the product with the RF cable.

10. S/PDIF

Outputs digital audio signals (S/PDIF).

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1.4 Conditional Access

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

Inserting Smartcard

A Smartcard looks similar to a credit card and entitles you to view and listen to all the services you choose to subscribe to. The Smartcard slot on the product can be used for Viaccess Smartcard only.

1. Open the right-hand flap on the front panel of the product.

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

3. Insert the Smartcard into the top slot until the card is completely in.

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Inserting CI (Common Interface) Module

Your product is equipped with a slot for Common Interface (CI).

1. Open the right-hand flap on the front panel of the product.

2. Insert the Smartcard into the CI module, and the CI module into the slot.

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1.5 Remote Control

1. SOURCE

Selects the input source between TV and the product.

2. TV/RADIO

Switches between TV and radio.

3. NUMERIC BUTTONS

Enter a TV/radio service number or menu option number.

4. MENU

Displays the main menu.

5. TIME - WHITE

Displays the current time on the screen. To set the current time, refer to 8.2 System Setting.

6. ARROW BUTTONS

Changes services or moves the cursor up, down, left or right in menu option.

7. i (INFORMATION) - RED

Displays the information about the service and programme.

8. SOUNDTRACK - GREEN

Displays the soundtrack list where available.

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9. CH-/CH+

Changes the service.

10. RECALL

Returns to the previous screen.

11. FREEZE

Freezes the TV screen you are watching. Does not cease audio.

12. WIDE

Changes the display format.

13. STANDBY

Switches between operation and standby modes.

14. GUIDE

Displays the programme guide.

15. EXIT

Returns to the previous menu and exits all OSD screens.

16. OK

Selects a menu or confirms the selection. Displays the service list while watching a programme.

17. ZOOM - BLUE

Enlarges the picture.

18. SUBTITLE - YELLOW

Displays the subtitle language list where available.

19.V-/V+

Adjusts the audio volume.

20. MUTE

Mutes or unmutes the audio temporarily.

21. UHF

Displays the UHF menu.

22. ? (HELP)

Displays the property of service on the screen. Please refer to 5.4 Setting Property of Service.

** COLOUR BUTTONS (R/G/B/Y/W)

Select color keys for interactive applications.

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This chapter describes how to set up the product. Select the most appropriate procedure depending on your requirements. Before you connect the product to any other equipment, you must disconnect all equipments from their power sources.

Note: If you encounter any problem when setting up the product, please contact your local product distributor.

2.1 Connecting Antenna/TV/VCR

1. Connect the antenna to the LNB IN of the product.

2. The SCART cable is connected as in the figure above.

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2.2 Connecting Audio System

1. Connect the optical S/PDIF terminal and Dolby Digital decoder to listen to higher quality sound.

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