Palsonic HDSTB200 Owner Manual

High Definition Digital Receiver

HDSTB200

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

User Manual

Safety Information

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

CAUTION: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and servicing instructions In the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

DO NOT OPEN

DO NOT OPEN.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK. ENSURE 240V AC POWER

CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY

WARNING:

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO WATER OR MOISTURE.

PLUG IN FULLY INSERTED INTO THE POWER SOCKET.

THE MANUFACTURER WILL VOID THE USER'S WARRANTY.

TO ENSURE RELIABLE OPERATION AND PREVENT THE HS-STB FROM OVER HEATING, YOU MUST REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE PLASTIC FILM FROM THE HS-STB COVER.

Important Safeguards

These important safeguard messages will help ensure your enjoyment and proper use of the HD-STB and accessories. Please read them carefully before you begin to operate your HD-STB product.

1. Read and Retain this User's Guide

This User's Guide should be read before the HD-STB is operated and retained for future reference

2. Use Correct Power

This HD-STB should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rear panel.

3. HD-STB Installation

Do not place HD-STB on an unstable trolley stand, tripod, bracket, or table as it may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and damage the HD STB.

4. Provide Antenna Ground

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the HD-STB, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity or overhead power lines, or other power circuits, where it can fall onto such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.

5. Provide Proper Ventilation

Opening slots in the STB cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable STB operation and to protect it from overheating. HD-STB should not be located in an enclosed / built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided. For sufficient ventilation, there must be at least 10cm free air space above, behind, top and on each side of the HD-STB.

6. Keep Away from Heat

Do not expose the HD-STB to direct sunlight. This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves and other electronic products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Important Safeguard

7. Keep Away from Moisture

Do not use HD-STB near water or in wet areas such as near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. Caution: Maintain electrical safety, Power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the CE listing mark or C-Tick certification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire.

8. Do Not Open

Do not attempt to service this HD-STB, as opening or removing STB cover will expose you to dangerous voltages. To prevent of the risk of fire or electric shock, do not open the cabinet. There are no user serviceable parts inside the HD-STB. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel only.

9. Unplug before Cleaning

When cleaning the HD-STB, turn the HD-STB power off and unplug it from the wall AC outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning only.

10. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind through HD-STB openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the HD-STB. In case of liquid spillage, please contact your qualified service centre.

11. For Additional Protection

For added protection during a lightning storm, or when left unattended for long periods of time, unplug the HD-STB from the AC wall outlet and disconnect the antenna and A/V cable system. This will prevent damage to the HD-STB from Lightning and power line surges.

CONTENTS

1. Overview of the Equipment

Front Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Rear Panel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Remote Control - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Installing remote control batteries Remote Control Universal Code Setting Accessories

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Antenna Connection

HD-STB, TV and VCR antenna connection HD-STB and TV antenna connection

Video Connection - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connection Connecting to a HDTV with HD YPbPr Connecting to a Conventional TV with S-Video Connecting to a Conventional TV with Composite Video

Audio Connection

Stereo Audio Connection Digital Audio Connection

Display Mode Change - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

STB Connection to 576p/720p/1080i High Definition Display STB Connection to Standard Definition Display

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Step 1. Unpacking and accessories. Step 2. Remove Protective Plastic Film. Step 3. Connect ANT Cable. Step 4. Connecting the Video. Step 5. Connecting the Audio. Step 6. Connecting the Power. Step 7. Display Mode Setup. Step 8. Install Remote Control battery and Universal Code Setting. Step 9. Check up the On Screen Display. Step 10. Automatic Channel Search and Channel Change.

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4. Using Menu System - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

User Preference - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Preferred Audio Type (I-II) SD Output Aspect Ratio i-Plate Banner Duration Front Panel LED Dimmer Power Restore

Channel Setup - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Channel Favourites Automatic Channel Scan Manual Channel Scan Test Reception

Access & Timer Setup - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Program Blocking Level Wake-up Channel Wake-up Timer Power-off Timer

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System Setup

Time Zone Auto Power Off Factory Reset System Information TV Remote Control Code List

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5. Remote Control Buttons

1) Using INFO button - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

2) Using EPG button

3) Using LIST & FAV button - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

4) Using ZOOM button - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

5) Using FREEZE button

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7. Reception Trouble Shooting Guide - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

8. Specifications - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

9. Remote Control Universal Code List - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

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Overview of the equipment

This section summarises HD-STB buttons, controls, and terminals.

Front Panel

POWER

Press to turn the HD-STB on or off.

Power Indicator

Displays STB operation status. In power off mode, STB will display a RED light. In power on mode the RED light will flash to acknowledge a remote control key press.

Remote Sensor

Infrared red remote control sensor. To ensure reliable remote control operation do not place any objects in front of the sensor.

Video Display Mode Indicators

Two green LEDs indicate the current HD video display mode setting LED combination is as follows:

576p

720p

1080i

UP / DOWN

Channel up or down movement. These two buttons also change the HD video display mode as detailed on page 16.

Rear Panel

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LOOP OUT Terminal

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Use this terminal to feed RF signal to your TV or VCR for analogue TV reception.

ANT IN Terminal

Attach an external Antenna to this terminal.

Optical Digital Audio (SPDIF) Output terminal

Use this terminal with A/V device equipped with Optical Digital input for Dolby* Digital

5.1-channel sound.

Coaxial Digital Audio (SPDIF) Output terminal

Use this terminal with A/V device equipped with Coaxial Digital input for Dolby* Digital

5.1-channel sound.

S-Video Output terminal

Use this terminal with your TV S-Video input.

TV Composite Video Output terminal (CVBS)

Use this terminal with your TV Video input.

AUDIO L/R (Analog Stereo Audio) Output terminal

This terminal can be used with your TV analog audio input. Refer to Audio Connection. Pages.

HD YPbPr (HD Component Video) Output terminal.

Use this terminal with your TV HD Component Video input. (HDTV only)

HDMI Output terminal

Use this terminal with your TV HDMI Video input.

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RS-232C

Use this terminal for software upgrade purpose only.

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External IR Sensor Terminal

Use this terminal for External IR Sensor connection.

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Power Cord

Plug this Cord to the specified AC Power socket.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D Symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

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Remote Control

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POWER

Turn your HD-STB on or off.

Change your Remote Controller to TV mode.

VCR

Change your Remote Controller to VCR mode.

0~9 (Number Button)

Direct change the desired channel. To change the channel, simply press desired channel number. The button operation should be less than 2 seconds between button pressing.

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PgUp (STB Mode)

In the menu system, move up item list by page.

CH+ / CH-

Change the TV/HDTV's analog channel / Change the STB's digital channel.

PREV (Previous Channel - STB mode) Go to the previous watched channel.

Up / Down

In the menu system, move up or down the cursor.

Exit

In the menu system, exit menu from any menu level.

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LIST (STB Mode)

Set & display ALL DTV channel list as the default channel list.

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FAV (STB Mode)

Set & Display FAV DTV channel list as the default favourite channel list.

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I-II (STB mode)

Switch between MPEG and Dolby Digital audio.

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Subtitle (STB Mode)

Enable/ disable program subtitles.

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RED (F1)

RED button. Also worked with function 1 button.

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GREEN (F2)

GREEN button. Also worked with function 2 button.

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REWIND

In the VCR or DVD mode, it works with REWIND button.

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PLAY

In the VCR or DVD mode, it works with PLAY button.

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STOP

In the VCR or DVD mode, it works with STOP button.

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AV (TV's External Video Input Selection)

Select the TV External Video Input.

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DVD

Change your Remote Controller to DVD mode.

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STB

Change your Remote Controller to STB mode.

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PgDn (STB Mode)

In the menu system, move down item list by page.

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VOL+ / VOL-

Change the TV/HDTV's volume level up or down.

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MUTE

Activate TV/HDTV's mute operation.

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OK (STB Mode)

Confirm current menu item selection.

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Left / Right

In the menu system, move the cursor left or right.

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MENU (STB Mode)

Enter STB menu. Whilst in the STB menu, this key also functions as the BACK key.

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EPG (Electronic Program Guide STB mode)

Activate Electronic Program Guide information broadcast by the DTV networks.

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INFO (STB Mode)

Display current channel information. You can see the information of current channel.

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FREEZE (STB mode)

Freeze the current picture while audio continues normally in the background.

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ZOOM (STB Mode)

Zoom out 4:3 pillar box black bars. (Available on HD YpbPr and HDMI only).

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YELLOW (F3)

YELLOW button. Also works with function 3 button.

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BLUE (F4)

BLUE button. Also works with function 4 button.

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WIND

In the VCR or DVD mode, it works with WIND button.

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PAUSE

In the VCR or DVD mode, works with PAUSE button.

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REC

In the VCR or DVD mode, it works with REC button.

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Installing the remote control batteries

Cautions:

Always replace batteries in pairs of the same brand. Do not mix batteries from different brands or use an old and a new battery. Replace old or weak batteries to avoid battery leakage which can damage the remote control. Dispose old batteries thoughtfully with due respect to the environment. Do not incinerate old batteries.

l) Open the battery compartment on the back of the remote control.

2) Install two AAA (LR03) size batteries as shown. Make sure the "+" and "-" terminals are oriented correctly.

3) Replace the cover.

4) After changing the batteries, please reset Remote Control Universal Code Setting.

Remote Control Universal Code Setting

This Remote Control is also compatible with a range of popular CE brands To use this remote with other CE equipment, you must program the remote with a universal

code number as detailed on page 36. There are two methods of entering the universal code.

1. Using Automatic Code Search

1) Turn on the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) you want to control.

2) Press and hold the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) button until the LED on the remote control stays on, then release the button.

3) Point the remote at the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) and press the UP (A) button, then wait for three seconds or until the LED stops flashing. At this point the remote control is searching for the correct code. If, after three

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seconds, the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) does not turn off, press the UP ( ) button again which tells the remote to search the next set of codes. Continue pressing and releasing UP ( ) button until the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) turns off.

If the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) turns off; press the OK button, and then the LED blinks three times.

2. Using Direct Entry Method

1) Turn on the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) you want to control.

2) Refer the brand Code List on page 36 and locate your brand of the component you want to control.

3) Press and hold the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) button you want to program until the LED on the remote control turns on, then release the key.

4) Enter 3-digit code from the code list, then the LED blinks three times.

5) If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand until the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) responds to the remote control command.

3. Using the remote control

1) Ensure there is a direct and unblocked line of sight between the remote control and the HD-STB.

2) Dark walls, direct sunshine or very bright light may reduce the remote sensor's sensitivity.

3) The remote control will not work correctly if you press several buttons at the same time.

4) Hold the remote control within an angle range of about 30 degree from either side of the remote sensor. The remote control range about 23 feet (7 metres) from the HD STB.

5) Remember to press the mode selection button (ie; TV, VCR or DVD) before pressing a remote control button to control the device.

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Accessories

Carefully remove the HD-STB from the carton. Check that the HD-STB has not been Damaged. The following accessories are included.

1. Wireless Universal Remote Control

4. A/V Cable

SD A/V Cable (Yellow/White/Red) HD Video Cable (Green/Blue/Red)

7. RF Cable

2. Two AAA (LR03) size batteries

5. Bracket

3. User Manual

6. External IR Module

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