Ensure that the following items are included with the Integrated
Receiver Decoder (IRD):
1 x Remote Control Unit (RCU)
2 x AAA Batteries
1 x Flylead
1 x Mains Cable
1 x User Manual (Operating Instructions)
SAFETY
This decoder exceeds International Safety Standards. Please read
the following recommended safety precautions carefully.
PREF ACE
This manual provides full information on how to use the decoder and
enjoy the benefits of all its features.
The decoder is easy to use, even for those users unfamiliar with, or
intimidated by, modern technology. The more advanced and more
complex features can be avoided until you become comfortable with
the basic operation of the system.
The manual provides:
#Important safety precautions; please study them.
#Overview material; read only those parts that interest you. It is
not necessary to study the manual from cover to cover before
using the decoder.
MAINS SUPPLY: 98-265 V AC 50 Hz ONLY.
LIQUIDS: Keep liquids away from the decoder.
CLEANING: Before cleaning, disconnect the decoder from the wall
socket. Use a cloth lightly dampened with water (no solvents) to
clean the exterior.
VENTILATION: Do not block the decoder ventilation holes. Ensure
that free airflow is maintained around the decoder. NEVER stand the
decoder on soft furnishings or carpets. Do not use or store the
decoder where it is exposed to direct sunlight, or near a heater.
Never stack other electronic equipment on top of the decoder.
ATTACHMENTS: Do not use any attachment that is not
recommended by the manufacturer, as it may cause a hazard or
damage the equipment.
CONNECTION TO THE SATELLITE DISH LOW NOISE BLOCK
(LNB): The LNB connector cable has a voltage on its centre core. It
is therefore recommended that the decoder is disconnected from the
mains power before connecting or disconnecting this cable. FAILURE
TO DO SO COULD DAMAGE THE LNB.
SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Any
attempt to do so will make the warranty invalid. Refer all servicing to
a qualified service agent.
LIGHTNING: If the decoder is installed in an area subject to intense
lightning activity, protection devices for the decoder mains connector
and modem telephone line are essential. The individual
manufacturer’s instructions for safeguarding other equipment, such
as TV set, Hi-Fi, etc., connected to the decoder, must also be
followed during lightning storms.
EARTHING: The earth of the LNB cable MUST BE DIRECTLY
CONNECTED to the system earth for the satellite dish. The earthing
system must comply with local regulations.
Refer to the Installation Indemnity on pagexx .
#Step-by-step instructions on how to use the decoder and its
advanced features.
#Step-by-step instructions on how to install the decoder and
connect it to basic sound and TV systems. It is beyond the
scope of this manual to include all of the possible
configurations or installation procedures.
#Troubleshooting guide to assist you if you have difficulty with
operating the decoder correctly, or if technical problems occur.
The operation of the decoder can be upgraded using over-the-air
signals (typically in the morning). This manual and the menus
downloaded in the decoder are therefore subject to change at any
time.
This document and the information contained herein are the subject
of copyright and intellectual property rights under international
convention. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be
reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form by
any means, electronic, mechanical or optical, in a whole or in part,
without the prior written permission of UEC Technologiesl (Pty) Ltd,
the Manufacturer.
DIGITAL SATELLITE SERVICES
The decoder has been designed to receive and process digital
signals from PAS4, and Nilesat101 satellites, which act as mirrors in
the transmission process, beaming the Service Provider’s signals
back to your satellite dish. Compared to conventional TV (analogue),
digital technology presents higher quality pictures, sound comparable to that of a CD, and many more services.
Satellite technology also enables excellent reception of satellite TV
services in remote rural areas where good quality terrestrial
reception has never before been possible.
The term “Services” is used as well as “Channels” because
compressed digital TV and audio technology efficiently uses
available bandwidth, allowing several services to use the bandwidth of one channel.
In addition to the digital TV and audio signals, satellite signals also
contain data that the decoder extracts, processes and stores. This
provides up-to-date text information on the content and status of the
various services at the touch of a button. Convenient facilities are
also provided to manipulate received data in order to customise
viewing and listening preferences.
Due to the nature of compressed digital TV, many more features will
become available in the near future.
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CONDITIONAL ACCESS
Although some satellite TV and audio services are free to air, most
TV and audio services are only available on a subscription basis and
can only be enjoyed via the conditional access components. These
are the removable Smart Card and a built-in conditional access
process already fitted into the system.
Smart Card
You should have purchased a Smart Card from the dealer when you
purchased the decoder. The Smart Card looks similar to a credit card
and is inserted into the slot behind the right-hand front flap of the
decoder.
To insert the Smart Card, follow the instructions carefully.
1Open the right hand flap on the front of the decoder (see
figure) Swing the flap downwards to expose the card slot to
the right of the row of keys.
2Hold the Smart Card horizontally with the logo on top and the
three arrows pointed towards the front of the card. Insert the
card fully into the slot.
DECODER
A valid Smart Card entitles you to view and listen to all the services
you choose to subscribe to. Full details of subscription options are
supplied with the card.
Your subscription details are stored in the Smart Card.
Inserting the Smart Card
The Smart Card is the key to unlocking the decoder. The decoder will
not decode scrambled TV or audio services if the card is not inserted
or is incorrectly inserted.
Inserting the Smart Card into the decoder allows instant access to
all the services you subscribe to.
The Smart Card is not required for access to menus.
The Smart Card, which is supplied separately and forms part of your
subscription, is updated over-the-air when your subscription details
change, for instance, each time you purchase additional products
(details regarding these products will be announced in the future).
LOWER FLAP HERE
DSD 660 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 3
THE INTEGRATEDRECEIVER DECODER
A
V
V
V
(IRD)
The IRD combines a high quality MPEG-2 and DVB compliant satellite
receiver, with a sophisticated decoder in one package. The DSD
provides all that you need to exploit the exciting new satellite
services that are now available.
- DSD 660
/P/ V
DISPLAY
Y
Gr een dot
DSD in Stan dby
mode
YGR
D o wnlo a d in
progress.
Steady yellow
light
G
R
YGR YG
Se rvi ce No. 17
selected
YGR YGR
Green dot
flashes when
RCU keys are
pressed
Gr een ligh t Au dio s e rvi ces
selected
Yell o w li g ht.
Mail message
waiti ng
REAR P ANEL CONNECTIONS
SCART CONNECTOR
TO TV/VCR
TO VCR
Y
R
GRYG
Rot a ting bar.
Searching for
service
inform ation
YGR YG
Red light
Error
indication
Three flashing
bars and red
light. Service
not found, or
signal of inferior
quality
Menu selected
AUDIO TO MONO
AMPLIFIER
(TV OR VCR)
FRONT P ANEL KEYS
Key
R
TV
P/V
R
Switche s the decoder between normal and standby
modes
Switches between TV and Audio services
Switches between programme selection and
volume control
Selects previous service on list (down) or decreases
volume level
Selects next service on list (up) or increases volume
level
When pressed si multaneously, reset the operation
of the decoder
Descrip tion
and
TV
IDEO TO
NON-SCART INPUT
(T
OR VCR)
SATELLITE
DISH CONNECTOR
RF OUT
RF IN
TERRESTRIAL
ANTENNA
CONNECTOR
VCR
TV
SCART
CONNECTOR
TO T
WARNING! High Voltage
NG ER! D o n o t o pen
D
Unauthorised opening
rend e r s warran ty in v a lid
Protect against moisture
AUX
SCART CONNECTOR
TO SECOND
RECEIVER
AU
Hi Fi
MONO
AUDIO
DIO TO
V
A
L
R
I
A
B
R
L
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STEREO AUDIO
OUTPUTS
FOR STEREO
FIXED AUDIO
RECORDING
VIDEO
OUT
F
I
X
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D
EXTERNAL MODEM
TO EXT.
MODEM
DAT A SER VICE
COMMS
PORT
LNB IN
400 mA max.
LNB OUT
TO SECOND
DECODER
220 / 240 V
Republic of South Af ric a
50Hz 30W
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MAINS INPUT
Remote Control Unit (RCU)
AAA
V
Toggles between signal
sources; VCR, TV, IRD.
When P ress ed and held
displays the UHF tuning
channel on decoder and
TV
When pressed, displays
the last viewed
programme
Puts the decoder into
standby or takes it out
of standby
Inserting/changing the batteries
- Never leave flat batteries in the remote control
- Only insert
- Make sure batteries are correctly positioned, or
remote will n ot w ork
Displays the local time
and date on the TV
size batte r ies
Displays the Main Menu, or,
if a menu is displayed, return
to the last vie wed
programme
and
arrow keys
Move the highlights up or down
the screen when a menu or
TV/Radio guide is
displayed
andarrow keys
Switches options in menus
Removes the TV/Radio guide
or informat i on from th e screen
and redisplays the last
programme you were
watching
If a menu is displayed,
pressing EXIT returns you to
the pr evious menu
P+ and P- keys
Steps through the
channels one at a time
(+ for next, - for previous)
Num ber keys 0 to 9
Selects programmes ,
or keys in
e.g, PIN number
numbers,
Displays a programme
s
information bar on the
screen for 5 seconds.
When pressed again,
displays extended event
information
Sele cts the
pro gramm e guide ( E P G)
which dis plays a l l t he
electronic
available TV and Radio
programmes
Selects a programme
when the EPG and selects
in
highlighted
in menus.
Saves any changed settings
options or values
in menus
+ and V- keys
Adjusts th
down
Switches to a TVchannel
from a
Displays available bouquets
on screen
volume up or
e
Radio channel.
Switches to a Radio channel
TV channel
from a
Displays soundtrack information
on the TV for 5 seconds.
Mutes the sound from
the TV
Where options are available, the
displ a y i d en t ifies the number s
DSD 660 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 5
Displ ays subtit le options (if available)
on the TV. When pressed again,
displays teletext on channels
where it is available
GETTING STARTED
NOTE:Unless absolutely necessary, do not change
installation, connections or decoder setup, or carry out
any retuning on a working system. If changes are
made, note all changed settings in the table on page
30.
Installation of the satellite dish and cabling to the
DSD
Installation procedures for satellite dishes and cabling to DSDs are
outside the scope of this manual. Please refer to the information
provided with your satellite dish and associated equipment if you
decide to do the installation yourself.
NOTE:If the TV is not tuned to the channel chosen to
view the satellite services, the sequence is still
the same, but the TV will not display the scanning
screen. To tune the TV to the decoder services,
tune the TV as per Tuning Your TV.
dL with yellow dot indicates
dL
I
software being down-loaded
Number 1 with rotating bar and
yell ow dot. I n dicat es decoding
process is in progress
I
Installation Indemnity
1For the decoder to operate, it is required to correctly install and
align a satellite dish and a Low Noise Block (LNB) converter.
2Each and every INSTALLER acts as an independent contractor
and is not a servant, sub-contractor or agent of the
manufacturer. The manufacturer is, therefore, not liable for any
loss or damage of any nature whatsoever caused by the
conduct of the installer, including but not limited to:
a.Any direct, indirect or consequential damages of
any nature or any loss of profit or other special
damages of any nature which the USER may
suffer as a result of any breach by the
INSTALLER of any of its obligations to the USER.
b.Any loss or damage to any property of the user or
any third party, situated on the USER’s premises
even if loss or damage arises out of any part of
the INSTALLER.
3The manufacturer does not directly or indirectly warrant or
guarantee or make any representations whatsoever with
regard to any equipment, including, but not limited to any dish,
LNB, or cabling, used by the INSTALLER.
4Subject to any express warrant or guarantee given by the
manufacturer, in writing, the manufacturer does not:
a.Give any warranty or guarantee or make any
representation whatever in respect of any work
carried out by the INSTALLER.
b.Accept any liability for any latent or other defect in
any work carried out by the INSTALLER.
Setting-up the System
1Install and align satellite dish (installer).
Displa y fla shes briefly
Thr ee f la s h i n g bar s and re d dot
Inf
Inf (information) appears
at the same time as
Wai tin g for NI T acqui siti on
Press EXIT to cancel scanning
Scanning
7
If your TV has been tuned to accept the decoder
services, but your smart card has not been inserted
into the decoder, an error message will appear on your
TV screen.
If your decoder was in standby mode at mains power
switch off, the decoder will display a green dot when
mains power is restored. Press On/Off symbol to
restore signal.
If any other error message is displayed, consult
your installer or service provider.
T uning your TV
If your TV is not tuned to the decoder viewing channel, you will not
be able to view the satellite services. Your VCR, decoder and TV
can also interfere with each other unless they are tuned in
correctly. The output of the decoder can be tuned over the whole
UHF band using the following recommended method (refer to the
following figures):
scanning screen on TV
Number of last used
servic e appears
2Connect the decoder to the TV set (either SCART to SCART or
RF OUT on the decoder to RF IN on the TV). (See Optional
Decoder Connections.)
Switching on the Decoder at the Mains
When you switch on the decoder at the mains, it goes through a
power-up sequence, then attempts to find a signal at the specific
factory-set frequency. During this process, various indications are
displayed on the decoder display and TV, as shown in the following
sequence of drawings:
6 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DSD 660
1Connect the satellite dish and terrestrial antenna (installer).
2Connect the installation as shown (if VCR installed).
3Switch on the TV and select an unused channel to use with
your VCR.
4Switch on your VCR, then set its test signal to ON (see VCR
instruction manual).
5Tune the TV to the test signal from the VCR. Switch off the
VCR test signal.
On the TV, retune the channel allocated to the decoder until
the decoder test pattern is clearly visible.
Repeat step 8 until interference on all channels is eliminated.
4
6On the TV, select any unused channel on which you wish to
view your satellite programmes. Once selected, all your
satellite services will be viewed on this channel, selection of
the service being made using the RCU.
7Press and hold UHF on the RCU for approx. 5 seconds until
UHF is displayed on the decoder display. Tune your TV set to
receive the decoder test signal display (see following figure).
NOTE:After changes have been made, the decoder must not
be switched off for at least 3 minutes to allow for the
new setting to be saved.
If interference is still present, it is recommended that good
quality screened cables (preferably double screened) are used
for interconnecting all other equipments to the decoder.
Adding a Modem
Many exciting interactive features will be available in the future
(Impulse Pay Per View, Video on Demand, etc.). The decoder is
ready for these features as it can accommodate an optional built-in
modem. A modem port for connection to your telephone line via an
external (faster) modem is provided on the rear panel.
Standby and Normal Modes
The decoder does not have a mains power on/off switch and it is
recommended that, for normal viewing, it remains connected to the
mains after installation. When the decoder is not in use, it should be
switched to the standby mode using the symbol on the front
panel or on the RCU.
The standby mode is indicated by a constant small green dot on the
right of the decoder display panel. To use the decoder after the initial
installation:
1Switch on the TV and any other equipment included in the
system.
UHF Channel
50
UHF Frequency
703.25 MHz
A Channel number (initially 50) will be displayed on the
decoder front panel display.
Press UHF on the RCU to remove the test signal.
Press OK to save
Check that any noise from the decoder does not interfere with
Press EXIT to cancel
signals received on the VCR.Check all tuned channels on the TV for interference.
8If any interference is noticed, change the UHF channel number
as follows:
Press and hold UHF on the RCU to display UHF on the
decoder display and the UHF test screen on the TV.
Change the channel number to 2 more or 2 less than the
existing number (48 or 52) by pressing or twice on the
RCU.
Press OK to save. The following will happen as soon as or
is pressed:
2Select the channel on the TV that you have allocated for
viewing the satellite services.
3If the decoder is in the standby mode, press on either the
RCU or decoder front panel, to return to the normal viewing
mode. A service number will be displayed on the front panel
indicator.
4Press TV on the RCU. A Bouquet selection box is then
displayed on the TV screen (see page 13). Select the bouquet
you have subscribed to (e.g., Middle East Programmes), then
press OK.
5If you wish to select the Audio Services, press the key on
the RCU, or on the decoder front panel. If subscribed to, an
audio service will be heard, and the audio programme
information box will be displayed on the TV. A green indicator
on the front panel display is illuminated while the decoder is in
the Audio Services mode.
TV Services are restored by pressing TV on the RCU, or TV
on the decoder front panel.
NOTE:When switching from normal to standby then
back to normal, the decoder automatically returns
to the previously selected service.
If a SCART VCR is connected, it is not necessary
to take the decoder out of standby to view VCR
play back.
a. The TV display is lost because the TV is not tuned to the
new channel.
b. The new channel number is displayed on the front panel
of the decoder.
DSD 660 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 7
6The decoder is set up to the local default settings by the
manufacturer. If it becomes necessary to change the
installation parameters consult your local installer.
The decoder is now ready for normal use.
Optional Decoder Connections
Satellite Decoder, VCR, TV (using SCART or RF Interface)
Introduction
There are several ways of connecting the decoder to an existing
entertainment system.
The following more common examples enable you to view satellite
services and terrestrial channels, record and playback from a VCR
and listen to CD quality stereo sound on a Hi-Fi.
Consult your local installer for assistance in setting up an audio/video
configuration best suited to your requirements.
Hints to Quality TV System Configurations
#Where possible, connect cables via audio/video outputs/inputs
(SCART or RCA) instead of RF connectors.
#Use an appropriate, correctly installed satellite dish system.
#Ensure that the system is properly earthed and protected
against lightning.
#Use high quality stereo TV and Hi-Fi equipment.
#Use high quality screened cables.
NOTE: When Video and Audio Inputs/Outputs are used, it may
be necessary to select a Video mode on the VCR and
TV in place of a TV mode.
NOTE: As the LNB carries a small voltage from the decoder on
its centre connector, it is recommended that the
decoder is switched off at the mains before connecting
or disconnecting the LNB.
1Connect the terrestrial antenna connector to the RF IN
socket on the satellite decoder.
2If a VCR is included in the installation, this is connected into
the system as per the diagram.
The following instruction applies if your TV has a SCART connector.
3Using a SCART-to-SCART cable (not supplied), connect the
TV SCART socket on the decoder to the SCART socket on the
TV.
The following instruction applies if your TV does not have a SCART
connector.
4Use the supplied flylead to connect the RF OUT socket on the
decoder to the RF IN socket on the TV.
5Connect the coaxial cable connector from the LNB on the
satellite dish into the socket marked LNB IN on the decoder.
The connector on the coaxial cable should be turned until it is
finger tight.
SCART TO SCART
SCART TO RCA
RF OUT
RF IN
TV
AV CONNE CTIONS
VCR
RF IN
WARNING! High Voltage
DANGER! Do not open
Unauthorised opening
renders warranty i nvalid
Protect against moisture
TV
AUX
MONO
AUDIO
V
A
R
I
A
B
L
E
STEREO AUDIO
L
R
OUTPUTS
VIDEO
OUT
F
I
X
E
D
EXTERNAL MODEM
DATA S ERVI CE
LNB IN
400 mA max.
LNB OUT
220 / 240 V 50Hz 30W
Republic o f South Africa
REAR PANEL
8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DSD 660
Decoder, TV (SCART or RF Interfaces), Hi-Fi
A
A
NOTE: It is recommended that you switch off the mains supply
to the decoder before connecting or disconnecting the
LNB connector.
1Connect the terrestrial antenna connector to the RF IN socket
on the decoder.
2Connect a flylead between the variable stereo sound outputs
on the decoder and the audio inputs on the Hi-Fi.
3Connect the coaxial cable connector from the LNB on the
satellite dish into the connector marked LNB IN on the
decoder. The connector on the coaxial cable to the decoder
should be finger tight.
TV
SCART TO SCART
SCART TO RCA
VIDEO IN
AV CONNECTIONS
RF IN
AUDIO IN
4Using a SCART-to-SCART cable (not supplied), connect the
TV SCART socket on the decoder to the SCART socket on the
TV.
5If the TV does not have a SCART socket, use the supplied
flylead to connect the RF OUT connector on the decoder to
the RF IN connector on the TV.
BETTER QUALITY TV CAN BE OBT AINED IF THE RCA
CONNECTORS (AV ) ARE USED T O CONNECT THE TV TO
THE DECODER.
Hi-Fi
LR
UDIO
INPUT
RF OUT
RF IN
VCR
WARNING! High Voltage
NGER! Do not open
D
Unautho rised op enin g
renders warran ty inva lid
Prot ect agai nst moist ure
TV
AUX
MONO
AUDIO
V
A
R
I
A
B
L
E
STEREO AUDIO
L
R
OUTPUTS
VIDE O
OUT
F
I
X
E
D
EXTERNAL MODEM
DATA S ERVI CE
LNB IN
400 mA max.
LNB OUT
220/240V
Republic of South Africa
5
0Hz 30W
REAR PANE L
DSD 660 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9
Decoder, VCR , TV, Hi-Fi
V
Follow steps 5 and 6 if you are using SCART connections
NOTE: It is recommended that you switch off the mains supply
to the decoder before connecting or disconnecting the
LNB.
1Connect the terrestrial antenna connector to the RF IN socket
on the decoder.
Follow Steps 2 to 4 if you are not using SCART connectors
2Using the supplied flylead, connect the RF OUT connector on
the decoder to the RF IN connector on the VCR.
3Using the flylead supplied with the VCR, connect RF OUT on
the VCR to the RF IN on the TV
.
4Connect the coaxial cable from the satellite dish to the LNB IN
connector on the decoder. Tighten the connector finger tight.
TV
5Using a SCART-to-SCART cable (not supplied), connect the
TV SCART connector on the decoder to the SCART socket on
the TV.
6Using another SCART cable, connect the VCR SCART on the
decoder to the SCART on the VCR.
7Connect the VARIABLE LEFT and RIGHT HI-FI AUDIO OUT
connectors on the decoder to the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO
INPUT connectors on the Hi-Fi.
8Switch power on to the decoder.
9Set the TV and VCR Scart Source and TV and VCR Scart
Video Output using the TV Installation menu. See page 23.
CR
SCART TO RCA
RF OUT
RF IN
TV SCART
VCR
Hi-Fi
CONNECTIONS IN BOX USED IF NO SCART CONNECTORS
RF IN
A
RF IN
VCR SCART
LR
AUDIO
INPUT
V
WARNING! High Voltage
DANGER! Do not open
Unauthorised opening
renders warranty invalid
Protect against moisture
TV
AUX
MONO
AUDIO
V
A
R
I
A
B
L
E
STEREO AU DIO
L
R
OUTPUTS
VIDEO
OUT
F
I
X
E
D
EXTERNAL MODEM
DATA SERVICE
LNB IN
400 mA max.
LNB OUT
220 / 240V 50Hz 30W
Republic of South A fric a
REAR PANEL
10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DSD 660
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