Sanyo DIR-2000 User Manual

Printed in U.S.A. SMC, May 2002 Part No. : 1JC6P1P0109– – Service Code : 610 297 0548

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Positioning the appliance

1. Do not place your appliance on an unstable cart, stand, shelf or table. Serious injury to an individual, and damage to the appliance, may result if it should fall. Your salesperson can recommend approved carts and stands or shelf and wall mounting instructions. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

2. Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be covered with a cloth or other material, and the bottom openings should not be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

3. Do not expose the appliance to rain or use near water . . . for example, near a bathtub, swimming pool, kitchen sink, in a wet basement, etc.

Hooking Up Outdoor Antenna

LIGHTNING PROTECTION FOR YOUR ANTENNA AND SET AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS.

4. If an outside antenna is connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

Plug in the power cord

5. This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. This product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of this polarized plug. Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

6. Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

Cleaning

7. Before cleaning, unplug the unit from the wall outlet. Do not apply liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners directly to the unit. Use a dry cloth for cleaning.

Service & Repair

8. Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed. B. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance. C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water. D. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. E. If the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance. F. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions, adjust only those controls that are covered in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.

9. Upon completion of any service or repair, request the service technician’s assurance that only Factory Authorized Replacement Parts that have the same characteristics as the original parts were used, and that routine safety checks have been performed to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.

10.Never add accessories that have not been specifically designed for use with this appliance as they may cause hazards.

11.For added protection during a lightning storm, or when the set is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna. This will prevent damage to the set due to lightning or power line surges.

12. Never push objects of any kind into this product through 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 product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.

THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THIS UNIT.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: PLEASE ADHERE TO ALL WARNINGS ON THE PRODUCT AND IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. BEFORE OPERATING THE PRODUCT, PLEASE READ ALL OF THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. RETAIN THIS LITERATURE FOR REFERENCE.

Follow all instructions...

“Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.”

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction — Welcome to the World of Sanyo . . . . . . . . . 3

Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Basic Startup and

Connections . . . . . . . . Refer to Quick ‘N Easy Startup Guide

Understanding the DIR-2000 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6~8

Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9~10

SDB Menu Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11~16

General Menu Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Picture Adjustment

Aspect Ratio (Width to Height) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Pix Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Scan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Channel Operation

Channel Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Channel Scan Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Initial Channel setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Channel Display Banner Info . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Feature Setup

Setting the Clock/Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Digital Audio Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Setting the Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

System Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Other Feature Operation

Using the Channel Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Express Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Selecting a Direct Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Selecting a (–) Sub Channel

Major/Minor Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18~19

Audio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

V-Guide Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

SDB Output Jacks Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Resetting the SDB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Closed-Captioning

Selecting Caption Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Warranty and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Introduction

Welcome to the World of Sanyo

Thank you for purchasing the Sanyo Digital Box (SDB). You made an excellent choice for Performance, Reliability, Features, Value, and Styling.

To The Owner

We are aware that you are eager to begin using your new SDB. However, we also understand that to enjoy it fully you must first understand its many features. While this owner's manual is intended to fully acquaint you with the SDB’s operation, it is not meant to be read from cover to cover. Instead, it has been carefully arranged for easy use so you can quickly move on to enjoying your SDB.

Contents

Glossary

Aspect Ratio—The aspect ratio of a television picture is the relationship of the width to the height. The standard Analog aspect ratio is 4:3. The 16:9 aspect ratio appears wider and shorter, more closely resembling a movie theater screen image.

ATSC—Advanced Television Standards Committee.

Brief Banner—Station ID channel number, and time display that

appears when changing channels.

Brief Channel Number Display—The small display that appears when entering channel numbers.

Category Tab Area—Tabs are located at the top of each main on-screen display: Menu, CHannel Map, or V-Guide.

Channel Search—This process establishes the basic database. The search process looks for available channels in both tuning systems (DTV and NTSC). If a signal is present, the channel is added to the database. The database will be entirely reset anytime a full Channel Search is completed. If the search is started from the Menu, then the display returns to the Menu after the search is finished.

CHannel Scan Memory—This is a list of active channels that is created during the Channel Search process and stored in memory. Viewers can scan through this list using the Up/Down Scan keys.

This area is also used to delete unwanted channels. (Channels viewers want to skip over when scanning.) However, to undelete a channel, another Channel Search will need to be completed. For DTV, the CHannel Scan Memory will include only major channel numbers.

CHannel Map—This displays pages of ALL available channels in the database and their status. Channels that have been removed from the CHannel Scan Memory will appear as blue numbers. Any channel can be selected from the CHannel Map, even the “blue” channels.

For DTV, the CHannel Map will show only major channel numbers.

Channel Number Entry Area—This area is used to actually select a channel number when adjusting or setting the Scan Memory and Initial Channel features.

Channel NightScan—NightScan searches for new DTV channels and adds them to the channel database. This search will be performed at random intervals (during an inactive time).

Cursor Keys—The CURSOR keys are the four arrow keys on the remote control and on the SDB front panel. When accessing any page, menu option, or condition, the front panel keys and the remote control keys operate identically.

DTV—Digital Television. Picture is transmitted in a digital format that is sharp and crystal clear.

DTV Indicator—Indicates a digital (ATSC) channel is being received by the SDB.

Direct Channel Selection—This allows the viewer direct access to DTV and NTSC channels. Use the 0-9 number keys to directly enter a new channel number. Use the (–) SUB CH key when necessary.

HDTV—High Definition Television. Picture is transmitted in a highly defined format.

Initial Channel—This feature allows the customer to select a specific channel for the SDB to tune each time the unit is switched on. If not set, the last watched channel will be selected.

NTSC—National Television Standards Committee.

OSD—On Screen Display.

PCM—Pulse Code Modulation is a binary digital signal format

used for digitizing analog data. The SDB outputs PCM audio signal from digital audio output. This is the default digital audio output signal.

SDB—Sanyo Digital Box.

S/P DIF—S/P DIF is a digital audio format which can transmit a

Dolby Digital bitstream. By connecting this output to an AV receiver that includes a Dolby Digital decoder, you can reproduce up to 5.1 channel surround sound.

Tuner Indicator—A single character “D” or “C” will appear directly to the left of the channel number. Channels selected with the digital (DTV) tuner will be identified with a “D.” Channels selected with the analog (NTSC) tuner will be identified with a “C” if cable or will be blank if Off-Air (VHF/UHF).

Tuner Key—This key is used to switch between only two choices (the ATSC tuner and NTSC tuner).

480P Indicator—Indicates that the progressive video scan option is selected.

4:3 Indicator—Indicates the 4:3 option is selected for the aspect ratio.

Convenient Features:

 Dual Tuning Systems

DTV terrestrial digital ATSC (18 formats)

NTSC analog (Cable 1~125), (VHF/UHF)

 Audio formats: Dolby Digital for DTV and analog for NTSC

 NightScan automatically updates DTV channels

Menu System Adjustments:

 Picture adjustments–Aspect Ratio: 4:3 format and 16:9 format

 Picture Shape: Normal, Letterbox, Cropped, Stretch, and Expand

 Scan Mode: Interlaced and Progressive (for 480i/p televisions)

 Automatic Channel Search for both tuners (DTV and NTSC)

 Channel Scan Memory

 Initial Channel

 Channel Display Banner (Full and Brief)

 Auto or Manual Clock setting

 Digital Audio Output: S/P DIF and PCM

 Trilingual Menu Options

On-Screen Displays (OSD):

 Channel Display Banner Information (Full and Brief)

 Channel Map listing of all channels

 Closed-Captioning

 XDS (Extended data service) station call letters,

title of show, and rating

 Audio Modes: DTV—Main and Sub

NTSC—Stereo, Mono, and SAP

 DTV signal quality to aid antenna orientation

 V-Guide rating limits: Movies and TV guidelines

Power Requirement:

 Source: AC 120V, 60Hz

 Consumption: Approximately 21 Watts

Controls and Indicators:

 Front Panel Indicators: Power, 480P, DTV, and 4:3

 Front Panel Keys:

Power Channel (up-down) Enter

Menu Cursor (left-right) Reset (CPU)

 Remote Control Keys:

Mode Selection Power Display

0~9 number keys Enter Caption

Menu Recall Audio

Pix Shape CH Map Tuner

V-Guide (–) Sub Channel

Volume/Cursor (left-right)

Channel/Cursor (Up/Down)

Reset (factory settings)

Auxiliary control keys

Jacks and Connectors:

 1 – NTSC Input F-Connector, 75 ohm

 1 – DTV (ATSC) Input F-connector

 1 – RF Output F-connector with Ch3–4 switch

 2 sets – Audio/Video Outputs (A/V-1, A/V2)

 2 – S-Video Outputs (S-1, S-2)

 1 – Component Output (Y-Pb-Pr)

 1 – Digital Audio Output (Optical S/P DIF or PCM)

Accessories (Included):

 Multimedia Remote (SDB/TV/VCR/DVD)

 Coaxial RF Cable

 Audio Video Cable (phono-type)

 S-Video Cable

 Component Cable

 Quick ‘N Easy Startup Guide

Size and Weight (approximately):

 Size: Horizontal Dim. (Width): 13.1 in. (332.7mm)

Vertical Dim. (Height): 2.7 in. (69.1mm) Depth Dim. (Thickness): 11.0 in. (278.1mm)

 Weight: 6.46 (lbs), 2.9 (Kg)

Features and Specifications

Trademarks Information:

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Contains iType™ font rendering technology from Agfa Monotype Corporation. “The Type software used in this product are under license from Agfa Monotype Corporation and cannot be extracted for any other use.”

is a federal registered trademark of Zentek Technologies, Inc.

This product is subject to continuous improvement, resulting in the design and specifications to change without notice. The weight and dimensions shown are approximate measurements.

Understanding the DIR-2000’s Features

Analog and Digital Signals

Analog

Traditionally, televisions have received signals sent (broadcast) over the airwaves or via cable (CATV). These signals included the carrier wave and the picture and sound data. The picture and sound information is superimposed upon a carrier wave by varying the signal frequency and the signal amplitude. This varying signal method is also known as ANALOG. The television tuner selects the channel and decodes these signals and the television uses the decoded data to recreate the picture and sound.

Digital

The SDB receives DTV signals sent through the air as well. However, the digital signals are encoded differently. The digital signal represents the picture and sound information as zeros and ones. Both analog and digital transmissions are limited to six megahertz of bandwidth per channel. However, digital signals are compressed (made to fit in a much smaller space), therefore, more data can be transmitted within the same six megahertz bandwidth. This allows the digital signal to contain data as well as the picture and sound. The digital signal could contain information such as program guides.

Analog and Digital Tuners

The DIR-2000 includes tuners to receive both analog and digital signals. The digital tuner will receive digital channels. The analog tuner can receive VHF channels 2–13 and UHF channels 14–69, or up to 125 cable channels.

Output Signals

The DIR-2000 can output 480i (Interlaced) and 480p (Progressive) component signals. The display device you choose during initial setup determines which signals are available for output.

Choosing the Appropriate Connection Method

If you are connecting the Sanyo Digital Box to an Advanced TV or component system, use the SDB Component Video output jacks and the digital audio out or analog audio L/R out on the back of the box.

Otherwise connect your analog TV to the A/V output jacks or to the “Out to TV” RF terminal on the SDB back.

The Main Menu

The Main menu is divided into three categories, Picture, Channel, and Setup. These categories appear as tabs across the top of the display. Each of these categories offers several features and various options for each feature. (The Features are in the left hand column and the options appear in the right hand column.) The available options will vary depending upon the type of signal being received and the type of output device you choose during the initial output device setup (Conventional TV or Advanced TV). (Figure 1.)

Accessing the Main Menu

You access the Main menu by pressing the MENU key on the remote control or front panel.

Figure 1—Output Options

Analog Jacks

Digital Jacks

Figure 2—SDB Back Connections

Menu Key

Figure 4—Menu key locations

Figure 3—Main Menu Categories

RESET

In the event of a software lockup use a paper clip to reset the SDB.

Menu Labeling

When a category or option is selected its label will have a yellow highlight. When a feature is selected, not only will its label be highlighted, but it will also “point” to the available options that appear in the right hand column. The active option will have a checkmark () beside its title. (Figure 5.)

Navigating the Menu System

Use the CURSOR keys to navigate through the menu Categories, Features, and Options. The / cursor keys move the highlight to the left or right. The / cursor keys move the highlight up and down. (The Up and Down keys move the highlight in a continuous loop.)

Picture Category, Features, and Options

Aspect Ratio

The aspect ratio of a television picture is the relationship of the width to the height. The standard Analog aspect ratio is 4:3 (pronounced four to three). The 16:9 aspect ratio appears wider,

more closely resembling a movie theater screen image.

Pix Shape

The image can be viewed in the following on-screen formats:

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LetterBox – picture image appears with black bars on the top and bottom

of the screen.

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Cropped – the picture image right and left sides are cut off.

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Stretch – picture image is horizontally enlarged to fill 16:9 screen

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Expand – 4:3 setting enlarges the picture image proportionally with minimal

portion of top and bottom cut-off to fill screen.

16:9 setting enlarges the picture image proportionally to fill screen both vertically and horizontally providing a wide picture format.

These options will depend on the current signal reception and the following Aspect Ratio setting:

Scan Mode

Interlaced

This is the term given to the dual-field method of scanning. Two separate fields of scan lines are created and “interlaced” together to produce a picture.

Progressive

Progressive is the term given to sequentially scanned lines (or non-interlaced). This is the method most commonly used in computer monitors.

NOTE: When receiving an analog signal (NTSC), Normal will be the only option available

for each of the Picture category features.

Figure 7—Scan Mode

Figure 6—Pix Shape

Settings Options Available

4:3 Reception and 4:3 Aspect setting Normal

4:3 Reception and 16:9 Aspect setting Normal, Stretch, and Expand

16:9 Reception and 4:3 Aspect setting LetterBox and Cropped

16:9 Reception and 16:9 Aspect setting Normal, Stretch, and Expand

Figure 5—Aspect Ratio