Sandmartin CTG4 HD User Manual
Important Safety Instructions
SAFETY PRECAUTION
Important Safety Instructions
1, Read these instructions
2, Keep these instructions
3, Heed all warnings
4, Follow all instructions
5, Do not use this apparatus near water
6, Clean only with dry cloth
7, Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8, Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9, Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or 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 with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use cautions
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13, unplug this apparatus during lighting storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14, Refer all servcing 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 falled into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
15, WARNING: to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this
apparatus to rain or moisture.
16, The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
arrowhead symbol, within an
over
The user is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority
shall include the following or similar statement, placed in a prominent location in
in
the operating instructions or as marked on the unit. If you are not sure of the type of
SAFETY PRECAUTION
CAUTION:
Important Safety Instructions
The lightning flash with
equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to
the presence of "dangerous
voltage" withink the product
enclosure that may be so
sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric
shock to a person.
Warning:
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not open the c
or cabinet. No user
serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
The exclamation point within
an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to
important operating and
maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the
apparatus.
Caution:
to operate the equipment.
For a Class B digital device or peripheral, the instructions furnished the user
the text of the manual:
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
WARNING: The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing of liquids.
No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
WARNING: Do not put a candle or lamp on the cabinet, as this can cause a risk of fire.
WARNING: The unit should be connected to a power supply only of the type described
power supply to your home, consult your local dealer or power company.
Important Safety Instructions
excessive heat
appropriate tools and replacement
xpose you to dangerous
After the unit power is turned off, you can clean the cabinet, panel and
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to protect it from
supply cord out of the way, where it will not be
receptacles, and the point
through openings,
out parts that could result in a fire or
wait
eed to be replaced, user should make sure
the replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or
having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized replacement may
equest
is in proper
WARNING: The batteries of the remote control should not be exposed to
such as fire, direct sun, or similar.
WARNING: Maintenance personnel must use the
parts as specified by the manufacturer.
Note: Do not open the cabinet on this unit, as this may e
voltages and radiation.
Unit Cleaning:
remote control with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Attachments: Never add any attachments and/or equipment without the manufacturer’s
approval, as this may result in the risk of fire, electric shock or other personal injury.
Locating:
overheating. Do not block these openings or allow them to be blocked by placing the unit
on a bed, sofa or other similar surface.
Power-Cord Protection: Place the powerwalked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
where they exit from the unit.
Object and Liquid Entry: Never put objects of any kind into this unit
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortelectric shock. Never spill any liquid on the unit.
Note: Moisture may be formed inside the unit under the following conditions:
• When the unit is suddenly moved from a cold environment, or an air-condition
room, to a warm place.
• Immediately after a heater has been turned on.
• In a steamy or very humid room.
If moisture forms inside the unit, it may not operate properly. To correct this problem,
several hours for the moisture to evaporate before operating the unit.
Parts Replacement: When the unit parts n
the service technician uses
create a risk of fire, electric shock or other hazards.
Safety Check: After all the maintenance and repairs are done, the user should r
the service technician conduct an overall safety check, to ensure the unit
operating condition.
Important Safety Instructions
Contents
1. Settop Description & Remote Control..................................................................2
1.1 Settop Description............................................................................................... 2
1.2 Front Panel Description....................................................................................... 2
1.3 Rear Panel Description ....................................................................................... 4
1.4 Remote Control Description ................................................................................ 6
2. Basic Operation ......................................................................................................7
2.1 Switch ‘ON’ the Settop ........................................................................................ 7
2.2 Standby Mode..................................................................................................... 7
2.3 MUTE.................................................................................................................. 8
2.4 AUDIO................................................................................................................. 8
2.5 RECALL .............................................................................................................. 8
2.6 Channel Numbers ............................................................................................... 8
2.7 PPV..................................................................................................................... 9
2.8 GUIDE................................................................................................................. 9
2.9 CH ▲/▼........................................................................................................... 11
2.10 VOL ◄/►........................................................................................................ 11
2.11 OK................................................................................................................... 11
2.12 MENU ............................................................................................................. 12
2.13 EXIT ................................................................................................................ 12
2.14 PAUSE............................................................................................................ 12
2.15 ZOOM ............................................................................................................. 12
2.16 INFO ............................................................................................................... 13
3. Menu.........................................................................................................................14
3.1 Programs: ......................................................................................................... 14
3.1.1 TV Channel List .......................................................................................... 14
3.2 User Options ..................................................................................................... 21
3.2.1 Language ................................................................................................... 21
3.2.2 TV System.................................................................................................. 22
3.2.3 Display Setting............................................................................................ 23
3.2.4 Local Time Setting...................................................................................... 24
3.2.5 Timer Setting .............................................................................................. 25
3.2.6 Parental Lock.............................................................................................. 26
3.2.7 OSD Setting................................................................................................ 27
3.2.8 Favorite ...................................................................................................... 28
3.2.9 CAS information ......................................................................................... 28
3.2.10 Restore default values:............................................................................. 28
3.3 Installation......................................................................................................... 29
3.3.1 Auto Scan................................................................................................... 29
3.3.2 Factory Setting ........................................................................................... 30
3.3.3 Software upgrade by OTA .......................................................................... 30
3.3.4 Upgrade by USB......................................................................................... 31
4. Technical Specification........................................................................................32
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Remote Control & Panel Description
1. Settop Description & Remote Control
1.1 Settop Description
This Settop allows you to receive unencrypted (free) and encrypted (paid tier)
Digital Cable programs from your Cable TV Service Provider.
The Settop will search for additional new channels as soon as you launch the
automatic channel search. All Settop settings can be easily configured via the
user interface (Settop Menu).
1.2 Front Panel Description
Power/
Standby
Menu, CH+/-,
Vol +/-, OK
Power/
Signal LED
Remote
Sensor
USB
1 POWER Button Used to switch the Settop between the ON mode
and Standby mode (Make sure the rear panel
ON/OFF switch is set to ON).
2 Remote Sensor Detects the infrared (IR) signals from the remote
control unit. Point your remote toward this area
when selecting channels, adjusting volume, etc.
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Remote Control & Panel Description
3 Display (4-Digit /
7-Segment)
When the Settop is on, this will display the Channel
Number you are watching.
When the Settop is in standby mode, this will
display the current Time.
4 LED:
Power/Signal
Red light (POWER) is displayed when Settop is
plugged in and rear panel switch is in ON position.
Yellow light (SIGNAL) is displayed when the Settop
is ON and properly tuned to a channel.
5 VOL+/- Press these buttons to adjust the sound level. You
may also need to adjust your TV volume control to
achieve the desired sound level.
These will also serve as Cursor buttons, for
navigating and changing preferences in the Settop
Menu.
6 MENU This button allows you to enter the Settop Menu,
making it possible to set the Settop features to your
preference without using the remote control.
This button will also allow you to exit all Menus.
7 CH+/- Press these buttons to change the channel.
These will also serve as Cursor buttons, for
navigating and changing preferences in the Settop
Menu.
8 OK Press this button to display the channel list.
This button will also serve as the OK button while in
the Settop Menu.
9 USB Flip down the front panel cover to reveal the USB
jack. Use this to connect an external USB device,
which can be used to view pictures, as well as
record and playback video content.
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Video, L/R
Audio Output
High Definition Multimedia Interface connection.
Remote Control & Panel Description
1.3 Rear Panel Description
Component
Output
Cable
Input
CH3/4
RF Output
Smart Card
HDMI
Output
Power
Switch
1 CABLE IN CABLE input of the tuner. Connect your Cable TV
signal to this jack.
2 LOOP OUT CABLE output for connecting Cable TV signal to
another device. This jack will output the cable
signal at all times, whether the receiver is on or off.
3 HDMI
This connection enables secure distribution of
uncompressed high-definition video and audio, in a
single cable. Because signals remain in digital
format, HDMI assures that the images retain the
highest video quality from your Settop to your TV.
4 VIDEO Composite video output for connecting to your TV
video Input jack.
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Remote Control & Panel Description
5 AUDIO
6 SMART CARD
7 TO TV RF Modulator output for connecting to your TV RF
8 ANT IN Antenna input for connecting a terrestrial off-air
Y Pb Pr Component output for connecting high quality
AUDIO output for connecting to your TV Audio
Input jacks.
De-scramble pay TV services for
encrypted-premium channel content reception
(contact your Cable TV Provider for this Card and
to order programming). Be sure the Smart Card is
inserted with proper orientation.
input (Analog CH3/4 RF Output).
antenna. This input will pass thru to the ‘TO TV’
output, but only when the Settop is set to Standby
or Off.
Video to your TV.
10 AC IN Main Power cord for your Settop.
11 POWER
ON/OFF
Allows user to completely switch off power to the
Settop, without having to unplug the Main Power
cord.
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1.4 Remote Control Description
Remote Control & Panel Description
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Basic Operation
2. Basic Operation
2.1 Switch ‘ON’ the Settop
First, plug in your Settop. Next, set the Power ON/OFF switch on the rear
panel of the Settop to ‘ON’. Then, press the [Power] button on the front panel
or remote control, to turn the Settop ON. When the Settop is first used, it will
start a ‘First Time Setup’ walk-thru operation.
? Frequently Asked Question
Q: My Settop is powered on, but the TV screen shows nothing:
A: Make sure your TV is set to the correct video input. For example, if you
have connected the Settop to the HDMI1 input of your TV, then you need to
select the corresponding input of the TV.
Q: My Settop is powered on, but only a “No Signal” display is shown.
A: The channel you selected has no signal. This can be caused by
several reasons:
1. The channel you selected currently has no programming from your cable
provider. Select another channel.
2. The signal of the current TV channel is too weak. You can try changing to
another channel with a stronger signal. If the problem still exists, please
consult your local Cable TV Provider.
2.2 Standby Mode
1. Press the [Power] button on the front panel or remote control, to switch from
operational mode [ON] to standby mode [OFF].
2. In standby mode, press the [Power] button on the front panel or remote
control, to switch to operational mode [ON]. The last active channel will be
tuned and displayed.
3. To switch the Settop off completely, set the Power ON/OFF button on the
Rear Panel to [OFF]. Or, you may unplug the main power cord from the AC
wall outlet.
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2.3 MUTE
1. Press the [Mute] button to mute the sound. An icon will be displayed on the
screen to indicate the sound has been muted.
2. Press the [Mute] button again to restore the sound.
2.4 AUDIO
1. Press the [Audio] button to open the Audio Mode window.
2. Select the desired audio program with [CH▲/▼] and change the value with
[VOL◄/►].
Basic Operation
2.5 RECALL
Press the [Recall] button to toggle between the current channel and the
previously selected channel.
*You may also use this [PGDN / RECALL] button when in the GUIDE to quickly
page down thru the available channels.
2.6 Channel Numbers
Enter the channel number directly with your remote control and confirm the
number with the [OK] button, to change to the desired channel.
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