Palsonic HDSTB100 Owner Manual

OWNER'S MANUAL

HIGH DEFINITION SET-TOP-BOX

MODEL: HDSTB100

N111

PALSONIC CORPORATION PTY LTD

1 JOYNTON AVENUE

WATERLOO NSW 2017 AUSTRALIA

TEL: (02) 9313 7111

FAX: (02) 9313 7555

www.palsonic.com.au

PALSONIC CUSTOMER SERVICE

TELEPHONE

AUSTRALIA: 1300 657 888

Table of Contents

Set-up and Quick Use Guide ............................

Chapter1:Safety Instructions ...........................

Chapter 2: Introduction .....................................

Front and rear view of the STB ..................

Remote control functional key list ..............

Menu overview............................................

Chapter 3: Getting Started................................

Connection..................................................

Chapter 4: Operation..........................................

Program Search..........................................

3 4 7

Channel and Program Selection.................

Channel Banner..........................................

Audio setup/Default setting.........................

LOCK Settings............................................

Time Zone Selection...................................

Chapter 5: Appendix..........................................

DTV channel Table.....................................

Troubleshooting..........................................

Specifications.............................................

14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21

SET-UP AND QUICK USE GUIDE

Step 1: Connect AC Power Cord

Plug the AC power cord into the AC outlet. Do not turn on any devices until you have finished making all necessary connections.

Step 2: Antenna Connection

Connect the antenna cable to the RF IN jack on the rear panel of the STB (For details, please refer to page 8).

Step 3: Connecting to Monitor

If your monitor is an Analog Monitor, please follow the diagram and notes

in page 9 when connecting the STB to your monitor.

B. If your monitor is a HD Monitor (YPbPr type), please follow the diagram

and notes in page 10 when connecting the STB to your monitor.

C. If your monitor is a HD Monitor (RGB type), please follow the diagram

and notes in page 11 when connecting the STB to your monitor.

Step 4: Connecting to a Secondary Display or VCR

Please follow the diagram and notes in page 12 when connecting the STB to the Secondary Display or VCR.

Step 5: Connecting to an Amplifier

Please follow the diagram and notes in page 12 when connecting the STB to the Amplifier.

Step 6: Turning STB On

Press the Power Switch on the STB to turn on the STB.

Note: Monitor should also be turned on.

Step 7: Setting Time Zone

To obtain local time, you should first set local time zone. For further details, please refer to page 18.

Chapter 1: Safety Instructions

CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS INSTALLATION AND OPERATING GUIDE AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use, and servicing.

This unit does not contain any parts that can be repaired by the user.

DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

Read these instructions. - All these safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is

operated.

Keep these instructions. - The safety, operating and use instructions should be retained for future reference.

Heed all warnings. - All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow all instructions. - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

Do not use this apparatus near water. For example: near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in

a wet basement; near a swimming pool; etc.

Clean only with dry cloth. Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid

cleaners.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from over- heating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided and the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12.

Use only the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Chapter 2: Introduction

Front View

Front and rear view of the STB

Power Switch Power Indicator (LED)

Remote Sensor

Back View

Antenna Input Jack

(Connect it to VHF/UHF antenna for terrestrial digital signal input)

Antenna Output Jack

(Connect it to analog TV tuner's RF in.)

Press to access the Menu

Menu navigation button in menu operation

: Volume down/up : Channel down/up

Press to confirm the selection

COAXIAL (Digital audio out jack)

(Connect it to digital (coaxial) audio equipment)

RS-232 interface

(Connect it to PC for software upgrade) (Authorised service only)

Display Format Selection Switch

HD1: 576p, 50Hz HD2: 1080i, 50Hz HD3: 720p, 50Hz SD: standard definition

Power Cord

RS232

RGB output

(Connect it to HD or widescreen TV monitor's RGB input)

YPbPr output

(Connect it to HD or widescreen TV monitor)

AV1 output jacks

(S-VIDEO, VIDEO, AUDIO: L, R) (Connect it to analogue TV)

AV2 Output

(Connect it to VCR)

OPTICAL (Digital audio out jack)

(Connect it to digital (optical) audio equipment)

YPbPr/RGB selection switch

Chapter 2: Introduction

Remote control function key list

You can operate every function of this STB using the buttons on the remote control handset. Below is the remote control functional key list.

Press to turn ON and OFF (in standby).

Press to mute the sound. Press again to restore.

Press numeric keypad to select any channel.

0 ~ 9

DSP

AUDIO

VOLUME +/-

In menu operation, used to enter numerical values wherever required, e.g. to enter a password.

You can quickly check the status of current display program by pressing the DSP button. Press DSP button twice to display EPG information if available.

You can choose different audio outputs in Audio Setup menu. The STB includes standard audio mode options such as stereo or mono sound to match the broadcast signal or your home entertainment stereo system. Other audio mode options may be supported by your service provider or TV broadcaster, such as selecting alternate languages, or different commentators for sport events. Press AUDIO button, then make use of menu navigation button ( , ) and ENTER button to select.

Press to increase or decrease the volume.

Remote control battery installation

Detach the battery cover on the rear of the remote control, and insert two size AAA batteries in correct polarity.

Caution

Do not mix old and new batteries. Never mix different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, etc.).

Remote Control Operation Range

Point the remote control at the remote sensor and press the buttons.

Distance: About 5 m from the front of the remote sensor. Angle: About 300 in each direction of the front of the remote sensor.

PROGRAM+/-

LIST

MIX

TELETEXT

Select next/previous programs.

When you are watching TV channels, you can press LIST button to call up the Program List.

Press to conceal or reveal main picture and (or) PIP when viewing teletext.

Press to display teletext on the screen if available. Note: normally it will display teletext index page

P100 when pressing TTX button. If TV station does not broadcast teletext information but caption, the unit will switch to Page 801 to display Caption after 15 seconds. If you are sure that there is no index page, you can directly enter into page 801 to save time. Whether there is index page or not, you can consult local station.

Chapter 2: Introduction

Remote control functional key list

EXIT

ENTER

ASPECT

Brings up the main menu. Press again to return to normal viewing.

Press to exit the current menu and return to previous level menu.

Menu navigation buttons.

Press to select the highlighted menu item or enter into sub-menu.

Press to select picture aspect ratio to match signal and monitor format. You can also change the aspect ratio for your personal viewing preference. Each time the ASPECT button is pressed, the STB will cycle to the next available aspect ratio choice.

Note: see following chart for illustrations of the various aspect ratios.

Source Signal

16:9

16:9 FULL 4:3 LETTERBOX 4:3 ZOOM

Pressing ASPECT button

Cautions regarding use of remote control

Do not expose the remote control to shock. In addition, do not expose the remote control to liquids, and do not place in an area with high humidity.

Do not install or place the remote control under direct sunlight. The heat may cause deformation of the unit.

The remote control may not work properly if the remote sensor window of the main unit is under direct sunlight or strong lighting. In such a case, change the angle of the lighting or STB, or operate the remote control closer to the remote sensor window.

4:3

Full Aspect (16:9 FULL, 4:3 FULL) 16:9 or 4:3 picture will be displayed in the centre of the viewing screen at full screen width and height.

Zoom Aspect (4:3 ZOOM, 16:9 ZOOM) The picture will be expanded uniformly (width and height) to fill the viewing screen. The picture will be cropped, either horizontally or vertically to fit the viewing screen. The cropped portion of the original picture will be lost from view. In some cases, in order to properly view Captioning, you may change the aspect ratio from ZOOM to Full.

4:3 Letterbox Aspect Video formats with aspect ratios greater than 16:9 will be displayed at the proper width, so no video information is lost. Black bars will appear above and below the picture.

16:9 Sidebar Aspect 4:3 pictures will be viewed on a wide aspect TV screen with vertical bars on both sides of the picture.

4:3 FULL 16:9 SIDEBAR 16:9 ZOOM

Chapter 2: Introduction

Remote control functional key list

PIP/VCR

PIP control buttons

Switch between PIP and VCR for the secondary program display.

Note: For PIP output or VCR output, you can only select one output at the same time. If PIP is selected, then VCR can not be selected; If VCR is selected, then PIP can not be selected. You can press PIP/VCR button to toggle and select one mode you desire.

ON/OFF: to turn on/off PIP function. POS.: to select PIP position. PR+/-: to select next/previous program for PIP. SWITCH: to swap the main and sub-pictures if

the secondary display is at PIP status. Or to switch VCR program to main screen display and main program to VCR if the secondary display is at VCR status.

LIST: to display PIP (or VCR) program list. Note: when pressing PIP/VCR and PIP control

buttons, within 5 seconds after corresponding OSD disappear, if you press digit buttons, DSP, ASPECT, VOLUME+/-, MUTE buttons, it will affect PIP picture (or VCR picture). After 5 seconds, it will affect main picture.

+ 16 hidden pages