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Welcome
Thank you for choosing this Manhattan Freeview HD Digital Set Top Box.  
Not only can you receive over 50 digital TV channels, and up to 24 digital radio 
stations, but you can also receive high definition channels from your existing 
aerial. Your Freeview HD Digital Set Top box will also automatically upscale the 
picture quality of standard definition channels when you connect it using the 
HDMI cable supplied.
It’s really simple to use; it’s all done using the clear, easy to understand on-screen menus which are 
operated from the remote control. It also has a reminder function so that you won’t miss your favourite 
programmes.
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A FREEVIEW digital box gives over 50 digital 
TV channels and up to 24 digital radio stations, 
without a subscription or contract. For more 
information on FREEVIEW, and to check 
reception in your area please visit  
www.freeview.co.uk.
The illustrations and screen shots shown in this user guide are for reference and instruction purposes 
only, and may not exactly match the product.
This product is capable of receiving and 
decoding Dolby Digital Plus.
Manufactured under license from Dolby 
Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol 
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
This product has a HDMI connector so that 
you can watch high definition TV via a HDMI 
lead when connected to a HD Ready TV.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition 
Multimedia Interface are trademarks or 
registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
A digital box lets you access the free digital 
channels that are broadcast in the UK. It 
uses a digital signal, received through your 
normal aerial and lets you watch it through 
your existing television.
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Contents
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What’s in the box?
  Your set top box................. 3
  Your remote control............ 4
  Connecting up..................... 5
  Getting started................... 6
  Daily use............................. 7
  The guide window............. 10
  The channel list................. 12
  The settings menu............ 15
  The system information 
   menu............................... 21
  The retune menu...............22
  Help and advice................ 23
  Safety............................... 25
  Troubleshooting.................26
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WIDE
MENU
GUIDE
FA V
Your new set top box
2 x AAA batteries
HDMI cable
RF cable
Quick start guide
Remote control
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Your set top box
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Front view
Rear view
VCR and TV Standard definition  
Scart outputs (for connection to a 
non HD TV or recording device)
ANTENNA IN Signal In 
from your aerial
ANTENNA OUT Signal 
Out to an RF  
connection on your 
TV
HDMI High  
definition  
output
DC 12V IN Connect 
the power adapter to 
this socket. 
SPDIF Digital audio 
out (connection to 
a surround sound 
system)
ETHERNET Connection 
to a broadband 
service (for future 
use)
USB Factory  
upgrade  
connection
STANDBY INDICATORS Blue means that it is 
powered on
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TEXT
MUTE
EXIT
AUDIO
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BACK
TV/AV
SUB AD
WIDE
MENU
GUIDE
FAV
STANDBY Power On/ 
Standby.
AD Switches audio 
description on and off 
when available.
OK Confirm selection in 
menu/on screen 
displays.
FAV Switches between 
your favourite channels.
P +/- Channel up and 
down.
COLOUR BUTTONS For 
interactive use and 
navigating menus.
MUTE Turns the sound 
on and off.
V+/- Volume up and 
down.
EXIT Exits screens and 
menus.
TV/AV Switches between 
TV and VCR Scart.
HOME Exits all menus 
and goes back to live TV.
0 to 9 Selects channels 
and enters your PIN.
WIDE Switches 
between 4:3 and 16:9 
screen sizes.
SUB Displays subtitles 
when available.
GUIDE Opens the  
Programme Guide 
window.
TEXT Displays digital text 
pages when available.
MENU Opens the Main 
Menu screen.
 CURSOR 
Selects option in menu/
on screen display.
BACK Goes back to 
the previous screen or 
menu.
i More information.
AUDIO Changes the 
audio language when 
available.
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HD READY TV 
ANTENNA IN
ANTENNA OUT
HDMI Cable
Getting connected
Connecting to a HD Ready TV
Connect the cable that comes from your aerial to the RF IN socket on the back of your set top box.
Connect the HDMI cable that came with your set top box between the ‘HDMI’ socket on the back panel 
of your set top box and a HDMI socket on your TV.
Other connections
*Scart connection to a 
standard definition TV
*Scart connection to a 
VCR / DVD 
SPDIF connection to a 
surround sound system 
* It is not possible to view programmes in high definition when using a Scart connection. 
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Getting started
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Put batteries in the remote control
Open the battery cover of the remote control and put 
two AAA size batteries so that the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks 
on the batteries match the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks inside the 
remote control. Replace the battery cover.
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Plug in and switch on
Insert the 12V DC connector into the ‘12V DC IN’ 
on the back of the set top box and connect the 
mains lead to a mains socket.
Switch your TV On and select HDMI. 
Your set top box will turn on automatically.
The first time install screen
The first time install screen will  
appear on screen. 
Follow the instructions on screen  
to complete the installation.
Step 1 of 5
16:9 (Widescreen)
4:3
Ensure the aerial is connected, then press OK to start tuning
Please select your screen type
Sun 13 Sep 21:00
First Time Install
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Daily use
We have divided this user guide into separate 
sections, so that you can find the information 
you’re looking for more easily. This section 
covers the day to day functions that you will use 
most often.
Using standby
When you’re not watching TV, you should set 
your set top box to standby.
Press the [STANDBY] button to switch between 
on (Standby Indicators blue) and standby.
If you plan to leave your set top box unattended 
for a long time, put the set top box in standby 
and wait 5 minutes before switching it off at the 
mains.
DON’T FORGET! Whenever you switch into 
standby, the set top box will perform a 
search for all available software upgrades. 
This will take up to 5 minutes to complete.
DON’T FORGET! If your set top box is 
connected to the mains supply and a 
power-cut occurs, your set top box will 
turn on automatically when power is 
restored.
Changing the channel
You can also select the channel you want to 
watch by using the [P+] and [P-] buttons on the 
remote control. Alternatively you can use the 
number buttons to key in the channel number.
When you change the channel the information 
bar will be displayed for a few seconds. 
Now:
028 E4
21:30 - 22:00 How I Met Your Mother
Ne x t : 22:00 - 22:30 My Name Is Earl
21:35
This shows the details of the programme 
currently showing and the next programme.
Changing the volume
You can change the volume using the [VOL+]  
and [VOL-] buttons on the remote control. You 
can turn off the volume by pressing the [MUTE]  
button. To turn it back on press the [MUTE]  
button again.
The information screen
If you want to see information about the 
programme you are watching, you can press the 
[i] button.
Now:
013 Channel 4 + 1
11:00 - 13:00 T4: The Simpsons
Black Widower: Bart is shocked when Selma announces she plans to marry 
Sideshow Bob (guest star Kelsey Grammer), since he has sworn revenge on Bart 
for having him thrown in jail. [S]
[ENTERTAINMENT]
11:23
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select different 
channels, and the [t] and [u] buttons to view 
the now and next programmes.
DON’T FORGET! If you want to set a 
reminder, you can press the [OK] button 
when a future event is selected.
Audio description
Audio description is an additional narration that 
describes all significant visual information such 
as body language, facial expression, scenery, 
costumes - anything that is important to the plot 
of the story, event or image.
Press the [AD] button to toggle this setting on 
and off.
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Audio channel
Sometimes different audio languages are 
available with certain programmes or channels.
Press the [AUDIO] button to see the available 
languages.
Audio Channel
Select the audio channel that you want to use.
Gaelic 
Old Irish
English Stereo
Welsh
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select a 
different audio channel. Press the [OK] button to 
confirm the setting.
Subtitles
Press the [SUB] button to toggle the subtitles 
on and off.
DON’T FORGET! Not all programmes have 
subtitles. You can use the information bar 
to see if the blue ‘SUB’ icon is shown.
DON’T FORGET! When you change channel 
subtitles will be turned off automatically. 
If you want subtitles to stay on all of the 
time, select On in the subtitles setting 
menu. See page 15 for more information.
Daily use
Aspect ratio
You can select the aspect ratio or screen size 
which best suits your TV depending on the 
programme that you are watching. 
Programmes are broadcast in both 4:3 (square) 
and 16:9 (widescreen) formats.
Press the [WIDE] button to toggle between the 
available formats to best show the programme.
Output source
Press the [TV/AV] button to switch between TV 
and the Scart socket output.
Home button
To return to watching live TV from any point in 
the main menu, programme guide window or 
the channel list press the [HOME] button. The 
current screen will close and the first channel in 
the programme guide will be shown.
Back button
Press the [BACK] button to return to the previous 
screen or menu.
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Daily use
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The main menu
You can easily access the programme guide 
window, channel list and various configuration 
menus through the main menu.
Guide Settings Retune
Channel
List
System
Information
Exit
Menu
To open the main menu, press the [MENU] 
button.
Use the [p], [q], [t] and [u] buttons to 
navigate the main menu. Press the [OK] button 
to select an option.
Guide - You can open the programme guide 
window from the main menu. For further 
information about the programme guide 
window, see page 10.
Settings - The settings menu lets you configure 
the audio and visual settings of the set top box. 
For further information about the settings menu, 
see page 15.
Retune - The retune menu lets you retune the 
set top box. For further information about the 
retune menu, see page 21.
Channel List - You can open the channel list from 
the main menu. For further information about 
the channel list, see page 12.
System Information - The system information 
menu provides important information about your 
set top box.
In the unlikely event that you have to contact 
the helpline, you should have the system 
information menu open.
DON’T FORGET! The system information 
menu can be accessed by pressing the 
[MENU] followed by the [0] button.
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The programme guide window
Navigation
You can open the programme guide window 
by pressing the [GUIDE] button on the remote 
control. The guide shows you all of the 
programmes and channels available for the next 
7 days.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select different 
channels. You can use the [P+] and [P-] buttons 
to move a page at a time.
The [RED] button will move backwards 2 hours, 
the [GREEN] button will move forwards 2 hours, 
the [YELLOW] button will move backwards 24 
hours and the [BLUE] button will move forwards 
24 hours.
When you have chosen your programme, press 
the [OK] button to watch it.
If the information icon is shown in the 
programme window, this means that there is 
guidance information available. Press the [i]  
button to open additional information about the 
programme.
001 BBC 1 
002 BBC 2
003 ITV1
004 Channel 4 
005 Five 
006 BBC THREE 
007 BBC FOUR 
050 BBC HD
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21:00 22:00 23:00
Waking the Dead
X-Men: The Last Stand
Agatha Christie’s Marple
Dumb & Dumber 
Harper’s Island 
Balmoral
Harper’s Island
Dragons’ Den: On Tour
BBC News
Mad Hot Ballroom
ITV News
Dumb & Dumber
Spiral II
Match of the Day 2
Harper’s Island
Runaway Jury
The Wagner Family: The Sou
Fiv
Harper’s Island
C r a s h
Family Guy Family Guy
Jon
20:00 - 22:00      Agatha Christie’s Marple
Murder is Easy: After several people in a village die unexpectedly, Miss 
Marple joins forces with the handsome Luke Fitzwilliam to investigate. 
HD viewers press red to view in HD.
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Programme Guide
This programme has audio 
description.
This programme is broadcast 
with Dolby Digital.
This programme contains 
guidance information.
This programme is broadcast 
in high definition.
This programme has been set 
as a reminder.
This programme has subtitles.
This programme has digital 
text available.
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The programme guide window
Setting a reminder
You can use the reminder function to let you 
know when a programme is going to start.
Use the [p], [q], [t] and [u] buttons to 
select a programme. 
Press the [OK] button to set the reminder. 
When the reminder has been set a clock icon is 
shown before the programme name.
DON’T FORGET! To cancel a programme 
reminder, highlight the programme where 
the reminder has been set, and press the 
[OK] button. The clock icon will disappear 
and the reminder will be cancelled.
When the programme is about to start, a 
warning screen will be displayed. 
Warning
A reminder has been scheduled.
What would you like to do?
Reminder
Change channel to ‘Coronation Street’ on ITV1 HD
Cancel reminder
You can select to change the channel or cancel 
the reminder. Use the [p] and [q] buttons to 
select the option and the [OK] button to confirm 
your selection.
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001 BBC 1
002 BBC 2 
003 ITV 1 
004 Channel 4 
005 Five 
006 ITV 2 
007 BBC 3 
009 BBC 4 
010 ITV 3 
011 Sky 3 
012 Yesterday 
013 Channel 4+1 
014 More 4
Quality:
Strength:
100%
54%
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Channel List
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Channel list icons 
This channel has been 
selected as a favourite.
This channel has been locked 
and will require the parental 
PIN to unlock it.
You can open the channel list window from the 
main menu, see page 9.
Channel
List
Guide Settings Retune
System
Information
Exit
Menu
This channel list allows you to delete, and lock 
channels, and setup a favourites channel list.
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The channel list
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Favourites
The favourites feature allows you to select your 
favourite at the touch of a button. 
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select the 
channel that you want as a favourite and then 
press the [FAV] button to add it to the favourite 
list. The   icon will be shown at the right 
hand side of the channel name.
001 BBC 1
002 BBC 2 
003 ITV 1 
004 Channel 4 
005 Five 
006 ITV 2 
007 BBC 3 
009 BBC 4 
010 ITV 3 
011 Sky 3 
012 Yesterday 
013 Channel 4+1 
014 More 4
Quality:
Strength:
100%
54%
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Channel List
To add additional favourite channels, use the 
[p] and [q] buttons to select the next channel 
that you want as a favourite and then press the 
[FAV] button.
To view a favourite channel while watching live 
TV, press the [FAV] button. The channel will 
change to the first available favourite channel. 
Press the [FAV] button again to view the next 
favourite channel.
Locking a channel
You can lock any channel so that it can only 
be accessed once the parental PIN has been 
successfully entered. You may want to do this 
to prevent children from viewing unsuitable 
programmes.
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select the 
channel that you want to lock. Press the [GREEN]  
button. The lock code window will appear.
Use the [NUMBER] buttons to enter the parental 
PIN and then press the [OK] button. The  
icon will be shown at the right hand side of the 
channel name.
DON’T FORGET! The guidance PIN is set the 
first time the set top box is installed. If you 
have forgotten your guidance PIN, visit  
www.manhattan-receivers.com for 
assistance.
To unlock a channel, use the [p] and [q] 
buttons to select the channel that you want to 
unlock and then press the [GREEN] button. The 
lock code window will appear again. Use the 
[NUMBER] buttons to enter the guidance PIN and 
then press the [OK] button. The  icon will no 
longer be displayed.
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Digital text
Your set top box gives you access to digital text 
for information on news events, weather and a 
variety of topics.
Digital text services vary depending on the 
country and channel. If digital text is available, 
the   icon may be displayed in the 
Information Screen and the programme guide 
window.
DON’T FORGET! Some channels use the  
[RED] button to access digital text whilst 
you are watching TV. When this is available 
it is identified by a red button in the top left 
part of the screen.
Press the [TEXT] button to view digital text. The 
index page will be displayed.
Use the [NUMBER] buttons to enter a page 
number or alternatively use the [RED], [GREEN], 
[YELLOW] or [BLUE] buttons to access shortcuts.
DON’T FORGET! Many broadcasters include 
on-screen instructions for using digital text 
on the index page.
Interactive digital text lets you interact with 
some TV programmes and channels. If a 
programme is interactive, the broadcaster’s 
interactive symbol will be on the screen.
The channel list
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To open the settings menu, press the [MENU] 
button on the remote control and then select 
‘Settings’. Press the [OK] button to confirm.
Changing the settings
Use the [p] and [q] buttons to select a 
setting category.
Press the [OK] button then use the [u] button 
to view the available options for a setting 
category.
DON’T FORGET! A green tick will identify the 
current setting.
If you want to change a setting, use the [p] 
and [q] buttons to select a setting option 
and the press the [OK] button to confirm your 
setting. The current setting will be indicated by 
a green box on the right hand side of the setting 
option.
To exit the settings menu, press the [EXIT] 
button or alternatively press the [BACK] button 
to return to the main menu.
Audio language
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output 
Lip-Sync 
Parental Control 
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade 
First Time Install
English 
Gaelic 
Old Irish 
Welsh
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
Audio Language - This setting is your preferred 
default audio language. The options are English, 
Gaelic, Old Irish and Welsh.
DON’T FORGET! Not all programmes have 
these languages available. If your preferred 
setting is not available, English language 
will be used instead.
Subtitles
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output 
Lip-Sync 
Parental Control 
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade 
First Time Install
English 
Gaelic 
Old Irish 
Welsh 
Mode 
On 
Off 
On for hearing impaired
Language
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
Subtitles Language - This setting is your 
preferred default language. The options are 
English, Gaelic, Old Irish and Welsh.
DON’T FORGET! Not all programmes have 
these languages available. If your preferred 
setting is not available, English language 
will be used instead.
Subtitles mode - This setting allows you to turn 
subtitles on or off and control when they appear. 
Select ‘On’ if you want subtitles to appear all of 
the time. 
DON’T FORGET! If subtitles is turned On via 
the remote control, subtitles will be turned 
off when you change channel.
If you choose ‘ON for hearing impaired’, subtitles 
will automatically be shown with additonal 
narrative that describes the scene, in addition to 
the standard subtitles.
The settings menu
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DON’T FORGET! If you want to use the set 
top box with a different TV, you may have 
to choose another HDMI output setting. It 
is recommended that you choose the 576p 
setting before connecting the set top box 
to another TV.
Audio output 
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output
Lip-Sync 
Parental Control 
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade 
First Time Install
Stereo 
Dolby 
Auto
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
This allows you to choose the audio output 
settings when the set top box is connected to a 
surround sound system using the HDMI or SPDIF 
connections. If your set top box is connected to 
a Dolby Digital + compatible surround sound 
system, you should choose Dolby. If your sound 
system cannot use Dolby Digital +, choose 
Stereo.
DON’T FORGET! If you choose the Dolby 
Digital + setting when connected to a 
incompatible sound system, no sound will 
be heard.
The settings menu
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Scart output 
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output 
Lip-Sync 
Parental Control 
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade 
First Time Install
TV Settings 
RGB 
CVBS
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
TV Settings - This setting allows you to choose 
the video signal type which is sent through the 
Scart sockets on the rear of the set top box. 
Choosing RGB will provide the best picture quality 
for the majority of TVs. This breaks down the 
signal into Red, Green and Blue signals. If your TV 
cannot use RGB, you should choose CVBS. This 
will produce a reduced picture quality.
HDMI output
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output 
Lip-Sync 
Parental Control 
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade 
First Time Install
576p 
720p 
1080i 
1080p
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
This is the setting which controls the video 
resolution when your set top box is connected 
to your TV using a HDMI cable. You can choose 
between 576p, 720p, 1080i and 1080p.
You should choose 720p if you have a first 
generation HD Ready TV or 1080p if you have 
a full HD Ready TV. If you are unsure of what 
HDMI video resolution your TV can use, you 
should refer to the documentation supplied with 
your TV or contact your retailer.
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Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output 
Lip-Sync
Parental Control
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade 
First Time Install
Allow parental changes 
On 
Off 
Change PIN Code
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
Allow parental changes - This setting allows 
you to make changes to the parental settings 
without entering the parental PIN. The default 
setting is that you don’t have to enter a PIN 
(Off).
Change PIN Code - This setting allows you to 
change the parental PIN.
DON’T FORGET! You have set the parental 
PIN when you installed the set top box. 
You will need to enter the current parental 
PIN before you are allowed to change it. If 
you have forgotten your PIN, contact the 
helpline for assistance.
Network change notifications
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output 
Lip-Sync 
Parental Control
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade 
First Time Install
View messages
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
View message - This setting is used to give you 
information that is sent by the broadcaster. It 
will give you information such as new channels 
are available or a re-tune is due on a certain 
date.
The settings menu
Lip-sync 
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output
Lip-Sync
Parental Control 
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade 
First Time Install
Change settings
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
Change settings - This allows you to adjust the 
synchronisation between the audio and video. 
This is not necessary for normal installation and 
is only sometimes required when connected to a 
surround sound system.
To adjust the synchronisation, use the 
[q] button to select ‘Lip-sync’. Press the  
[u] button to select ‘change settings’ then 
press the [OK] button.
The default setting is 0 ms (milliseconds).
Use the [t] and [u] buttons to adjust the 
synchronisation. Press the [OK] button to return 
to live TV.
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A new version of software has been found. 
What would you like to do?
Download and install now
Remind me later
This upgrade may take x minutes to complete.
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Software Upgrade
If a software upgrade is found, use the [p] and  
[q] buttons to select ‘Download and install 
now’. Press the [OK] button to download the 
software upgrade. Alternatively, select ‘Remind 
me later’ to install the software upgrade at a 
later time.
Information
Your software is up to date. 
Software version: version number
Press OK to return to the Settings Menu.
When the software is successfully downloaded, 
a confirmation message will be displayed. Press 
the [OK] button to return to live TV.
Software upgrade
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output 
Lip-Sync 
Parental Control 
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade
First Time Install
Check for new software version
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
The set top box will automatically search for 
new software whenever the set top box is 
placed in standby. If you want to manually 
search for software updates this can be done in 
one of two ways using the ‘Software Upgrade’ 
setting.
To manually search for software updates, use 
the [p] and [q] buttons to select ‘Software 
Upgrade’. Press the [OK] button to check for 
all available software upgrades. The following 
screen will appear.
The set top box will first search the USB socket  
for any downloaded software upgrades. If none 
are found, then the set top box will search 
for Over-Air Downloads (OADs). OADs can be 
received through your aerial and are transmitted 
when an upgrade to your set top box is required.
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Searching for new software...
37%Pr o g r es s:
Warning
Do not switch off or unplug this set top box from the mains.
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Software Upgrade
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The settings menu
First time installation
Audio Language
Scart Output
Audio Output 
Lip-Sync 
Parental Control 
Network Change Notifications
HDMI Output
Subtitles
Software Upgrade
First Time Install
Restore all settings to default
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Settings
This setting allows you to reset all your settings 
and perform a first time installation. For more 
information on first time installations, see page 
6 or refer to the quick start guide.
DON’T FORGET! You will need to enter your 
PIN before your can perform a first time 
installation.
DON’T FORGET! By performing a first time 
installation you will reset all options in the 
settings menus, cancel reminders, remove 
favourites and reset the PIN code.
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The system information menu
To open the system information menu, press 
the [MENU] button on the remote control and 
then select ‘System Information’. Press the [OK] 
button to confirm. 
The system information menu provides 
important information about your set top box. 
.
In the unlikely event that you have to contact the 
helpline, you should have the system information 
menu open.
DON’T FORGET! The system information 
menu can be accessed by pressing the 
[MENU] followed by the [0] button.
Manufacturer 
Model number 
Hardware Version 
Serial Number 
Boot Software Code 
Loader Software Code 
Applicative Software Code 
Customer Services 
Region 
Signal Strength 
Signal Quality
Manhattan 
xxxxxxxxx 
xxxxxxxxx 
xxxxxxxxx 
xxxxxxxxx 
xxxxxxxxx 
xxxxxxxxx 
xxxxxxxxx 
xxxxxxxxx 
95% 
80%
Sun 13 Sep 21:00System Information
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RetuneGuide Settings
Channel
List
System
Information
Exit
Menu
The retune menu allows you to search for new 
channels at any time without losing any of your 
set top box settings. 
To open the retune menu, press the [MENU] 
button on the remote control and then select 
‘Retune’. Press the [OK] button to confirm.
Guide Settings Retune
Channel
List
System
Information
Exit
Menu
Enter Lock Code
_ _ _ _
You must enter the parental PIN using the 
[NUMBER] buttons. Press the [OK] button to 
confirm your PIN.
Guide Settings Retune
Channel
List
System
Information
Exit
Menu
All existing channels will be replaced
Warning
To retune your set top box, press the [OK] 
button. Alternatively, press the [EXIT] button to 
return to the main menu.
Channels Found: 36
001 BBC 1 
003 ITV 1 
004 Channel 4 
007 BBC 3 
009 BBC 4 
012 Yesterday 
019 Dave 
021 Viva 
030 Fiver 
031 Five USA
37%
Transmitter: London
80%
Pr o g r es s: 
Signal:
Sun 13 Sep 21:00Channel Tuning
Your set top box will search for all available 
channels. The progress and signal strength 
bars are shown for reference. 
The retune is now complete. The first 
available channel will be displayed.
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Help and advice
Frequently asked questions What you can do
The set top box will not switch on. What 
should I do?
Check the mains power cable and make sure it is 
plugged into a suitable power outlet. Check that the 
mains supply is switched On. Connect the power 
cable to a different power outlet.
The set top box does not seem to work and 
there is nothing shown on the TV.
Are the Standby Indicators blue? If they are not:
• Pressthe[STANDBY] button on your remote 
control.
• Makesurethatallcablesarefirmlyconnected
to the set top box and TV.
• Checkthatthesettopboxisproperlyplugged
into the power supply.
If the standby indicators are blue:
• Checkyouhavethecorrectchannelandinput
selected on your TV.
• Checkthatallcablesarecorrectlyattached.
• CheckthebrightnessleveloftheTV.
• Ifyouhaveconnectedthesettopboxtoyour
TV using a HDMI cable, ensure the correct 
settings have been chosen for your TV. For 
more information, see page 16.
The picture appears to be ‘squashed’ or ‘cut 
off’.
Make sure the aspect ratio settings are suitable for 
your TV. For more information, see page 8.
I forgot to plug in the aerial when I set up 
the set top box. What should I do?
Switch off your set top box at the mains supply. Plug 
in the aerial. Switch the set top box mains supply 
back on and perform a retune. For more information, 
see page 21.
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Help and advice
Frequently asked questions What you can do
The picture or sound keeps breaking up. There are several possible causes of this type of 
problem.
• Yoursignalmaybeweak,youmayhavean
old, low performance or damaged aerial, or 
the cable between your aerial and TV may be 
damaged. Check for any obvious damage to 
the aerial and cables and make sure that the 
connectors are properly fitted. If this does 
not work, get a professional to check the 
installation – your aerial may provide a better 
signal if it is moved somewhere else.
• Pleaserememberthatolderaerialsandindoor
aerials aren’t as effective as new outdoor and 
roof aerials. Or, try using a signal amplifier or 
booster to improve the reception. Check the 
digital TV coverage in your area. For more 
information about digital TV reception, please 
visit www.freeview.co.uk.
No channels were found when searching for 
channels. I am missing some channels.
Some TV channels are not available in every area. 
Use the postcode checker on www.freeview.co.uk.
Your signal may be weak. Get a professional to 
check your installation – your aerial may provide a 
better signal if it is moved somewhere else. Please 
remember that older aerials and indoor aerials aren’t 
as effective as new outdoor and roof aerials. Or, 
try using a signal amplifier or booster to improve 
reception. You may need to scan the digital channels 
again. For more information on retuning, see page 21.
I cannot see digital channels after I have 
moved the set top box to a different house.
You will need to retune your set top box. For more 
information on retuning, see page 22.
I have forgotten my guidance PIN. For details on resetting your PIN visit 
www.manhattan-receivers.com for assistance. Don’t 
forget to have your system information available. For 
more information, see page 20.
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Help and advice
You may find the information you are  
looking for on our web site.
www.manhattan-receivers.co.uk
or on the freeview website
www.freeview.co.uk
Need extra information or help setting up?
Frequently asked questions What you can do
The set top box is behaving in an unusual 
way, for example, the wrong information is 
on the screen.
Press the [STANDBY] button on your remote control 
to turn the set top box off and then on again. If there 
is no improvement, put the set top box in standby, 
switch it off at the mains and leave it for 10 seconds 
before switching it back on.
If this does not solve the problem, visit  
www.manhattan-receivers.com to help diagnose 
the problem. Don’t forget to have your system 
information available. For more information, see page 
20.
Can I receive high-definition programmes 
with this set top box?
Yes. You can receive high-definition programmes with 
your set top box. This is not available in every area. 
Use the postcode checker on www.freeview.co.uk.
Can I change the audio language for the 
programme I am watching?
Yes. Some channels broadcast other audio 
languages. Press the [AUDIO] button when you are 
watching a programme to see if other languages are 
available.
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Safety
General Safety
This equipment has been designed and 
manufactured to meet European safety 
standards, but like any electrical equipment, 
care must be taken if you are to obtain the best 
results and safety is to be assured. 
Do read these operating instructions before you 
attempt to use the equipment. 
Do ensure that all electrical connections 
(including the mains plug, extension leads and 
interconnections between pieces of equipment) 
are properly made in accordance with the 
manufacturer’s instructions.
Switch off and remove the mains plug when 
making or changing any connections.
Do consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt 
about the installation, operation or safety of your 
equipment.
Don’t continue to operate the equipment if you 
are ever in doubt about it working normally, or if 
it is damaged in any way. Switch it off withdraw 
the plug from the mains and consult your dealer.
Don’t remove any fixed covers as this may 
expose you to dangerous voltages.
Don’t leave the equipment switched On when 
it is unattended for long periods of time, unless 
it is specifically stated that it is designed for 
unattended operation or has a standby mode.
Make sure that other people in your household 
are conversant with the equipment.
Don’t obstruct the ventilation vents on the 
equipment, for example with curtains or soft 
furnishings.
Overheating will cause damage and shorten the 
life of the product.
Don’t allow electrical equipment to be exposed 
to rain or moisture.
Only use the mains adapter that has been 
supplied with your set top box. Using a different 
adapter may damage the set top box.
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Technical Specification
General Information:
Model Number Plaza HDT-700
Features:
High definition programmes
Receives all Freeview SD and HD channels*
8 Day EPG
Less than 1 Watt Standby Power Consumption
HDMI Output: 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
Interactive Services (Red Button)
Audio Description Capable
Upgrade over the air and by USB.
HDMI Socket
2 x Scart Sockets
Ethernet port (For Future Internet Services)
System Resource:
Flash Memory
DDR SDRAM
EEPROM
16 Mbytes
256 Mbytes
8 Kbytes
Power Information:
Input Voltage
Power Consumption
Power Information:
AC 90~250V mains supply
Under 1 Watt in standby mode
* Freeview HD is not available in all areas. Use the postcode checker on www.freeview.co.uk.
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Installation Information
TV
Radio
Postcode
Guidance PIN
Revision1_17/0709
The FREEVIEW service is subject to coverage. An aerial upgrade may be required. The FREEVIEW, FREEVIEW+, FREEVIEW HD and FREEVIEW+ HD words and logos are trade 
marks of DTV Services LTD. DTV Services Ltd 2002, 2008. The channel logos are trademarks and copyright of their respective owners.
Standard Den ition channels inc lude:
up to
24
digital radio
stations
red
button
interactive
services
High Denit ion channels inclu de*:
*4HD coming soon. S4C only available in Wales
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