Skymaster DVR 9200 Operating Instructions Manual

Digital Harddisk Receiver

DVR 9200

Item no. 39743

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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1. Content

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You have purchased a quality receiver from the SKYMASTER®programme. Our products are constantly
subjected to strict quality control to enable us to guarantee that you can enjoy our products. Welcome to
the new era of digital television! The SKYMASTER

®

DVR 9200 is a digital satellite receiver with many

special functions and a 40 GB hard disk for recording TV broadcasts in absolutely enticing picture and
sound quality! Please note that you need a suitable digital satellite antenna to operate the SKYMASTER

®

DVR 9200.To be able to receive ASTRA and EUTELSAT, it must be equipped with a universal LNB.

1. Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

2. Performance characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

3. Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

4. Information and direct satellite reception . . . . 42

5. Front and rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

6. Remote operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

7. Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

8. View mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

1. Programme info box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

2. Channel change in the “View” mode . . . . . . . . 50

3. Volume regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

4. Useful functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

5. Mode change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

6. Subtitles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

7. Channel change in the “Bouquet” mode . . . . . . 51

8. Program guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

9. Main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

1. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

1.1 Easy installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

1.2 Antenna Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

1.2.1 One satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

1.2.2 Multi satellites with multi-switch . . . . . . . . . 54

1.2.3 Multi satellites with DiSEqC 1.2 . . . . . . . . . 55

1.2.4 Multi satellites with USALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

1.2.5 Add satellite or TP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

1.3 Normal search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

1.4 Advanced switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

1.5 Update channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

1.6 Factory reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

2. Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

2.1 TV settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

2.2 Time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

2.3 Language settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

2.4 Parental lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

2.5 OSD settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

2.6 Digital 5.1 CH audio setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

2.7 Front panel time display option . . . . . . . . . . . 60

3. Edit channel lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

3.1 Edit TV channel lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

3.2 Edit radio channel lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

3.3 Edit TV channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

3.3.1 Add favourite channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

3.3.2 Channel lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

3.3.3 Delete channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

3.3.4 Rearrange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

3.3.5 Rename channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

3.3.6 Sort channels alphabetically . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

3.3.7 Sort channels according to satellites . . . . . . 61

3.4 Edit radio channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

4. System information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

5. Software update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

5.1 Receiver to receiver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

5.2 Manual update via satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

5.3 Automatic satellite update on activation . . . . . 62

10. PVR guide, main menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6. Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.1 Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.2 Filename . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.3 Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.4 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.5 Timer recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

6.5 Timer setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

7. Hard disk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

7.1 Time shift . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

7.2 Automatic standby after timer recording . . . . 64

7.3 Hard disk formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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PVR guide – function keys for remote operation

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PLAY / STOP / REW / FF / SKIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

DEL / BOOKMARK / BOOKMARK JUMP / REC . . . . 66

12. PVR guide EPG time recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

1. EPG supported recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

1.1 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

1.2 Revocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

2.1 Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

2.2 Filename . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

2.3 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

2.4 Recording date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

2.5 Recording start time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

2.6 Recording duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

2.7 Save . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

2.8 Cancel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

2.9 Edit timer reservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

13. Trouble-shooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

14. Satellite glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

15. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

16. Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

17. Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

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3. Safety instructions

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Please read this safety information thoroughly before commissioning the device!
Prolonged absence: In the event of prolonged absence or thunderstorms, remove the mains plug of
the device from the wall socket. Also disconnect the antenna connections to avoid storm damage.

Cleaning: Remove the mains plug before cleaning the device. Use a dry or damp cloth and make sure

that no moisture penetrates the device!
Objects in the device: Make sure that no objects can enter the ventilation slots. There is risk of death

through electric shock!
Repair: Repairs must be performed by qualified experts. In the event of improper intervention by a third

party, the warranty will be voided and the safety of the device can no longer be guaranteed! Never open
the housing of the device yourself: Even when disconnected from the mains, there is an acute risk of
death through electric shock. Internal components can be damaged if touched.

Place of installation: Place the device on a straight and even surface. To protect the surface from being
discoloured as a result of the natural heat generated by the device, place the device on a suitable underlay.

Adequate ventilation: The ventilation slots on the device must never be covered. Ensure that the device
has a clearance of at least 10 cm at the sides and top, and that the heat can be dissipated upwards
unimpeded.

External influences: Never expose the device to moisture (e.g. condensation or splash water) or direct
sunlight. Do not place the device in the vicinity of heat sources, such as e.g. heaters or devices that heat up.

Mains voltage: Use the equipment with the voltage specified on the case only! Do not plug the equipment
into the mains until all connection and installation work has been completed.

Earthing: Antenna systems must always be earthed, paying heed to the pertinent local and VDE
regulations.

ASTRA, EUTELSAT, TÜRKSAT, DiSEqC and Skymaster are registered trademarks.

• 40 GB hard disk

•

Time shifting, abort any time during live broad­cast and resume – without missing scenes

• 4000 TV and radio programme places

• EPG-controlled recording with 14 days
preview

• Digital sound output SPDIF/AC3 (coaxial)

• (OSD) monitor menu (GER, GB, F, TRK)

• Display of broadcaster name and programme
content (EPG)

• Pre-programmed satellite positions

• Front keys for device operation even without
remote operation

•Parental lock

•

2 Scart-connections for TV and video recorder

•Cinch sockets for audio and video

• DiSEqC

®

version 1.0

• DiSEqC

®

version 1.2 for rotor control

• Software update via satellite

•SAT signal output to the connection of the
analogue receiver

• RS 232 interface

•Power switch

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4. Information on direct satellite reception

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S

HOTBIRD

ASTRA

Selecting the antenna location.

Viewed from Europe, all TV satellites are located in the south, therefore you must select the installation
location so that the antenna points southwards. The satellite systems with the largest, freely receivable
programme ranges are ASTRA®(19.2° east) and HOTBIRD (13° east). Viewed from Central Europe, these
satellite positions are located just a few degrees east of the exact south direction.

When selecting the installation location, you must ensure that the
antenna is not covered by obstacles, such as e.g. bushes, trees,
walls or roof overhangs. Installation beneath the roof is not
possible! The antenna should be installed on a house wall
protected from the wind, if possible.

The necessary wall mounting is available as an accessory and is
not part of this system. If mounting on the roof, the antenna
should be fixed as low as possible on a mast.

The local VDE regulations, which prescribe potential and lightning
protection regulations, must be observed.

Alignment with a satellite.

Leave the screws loose on the mast bracket until you have set the final position!
After fixing the antenna at its location, you should have it point southwards with the LNB in front.

The antenna height is set using the scale on the mounting plate.
To set the height, bend the antenna up and down carefully, until
the desired number of degrees is set.

The specified values can naturally only apply for vertically
mounted masts or wall brackets.

When setting the angle, do not pull on the LNB mounting arm
(risk of breaking!).

As illustration

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EUROPE ASTRA 19,2° east HOTBIRD 13° east

Brussels 30,1 31,2
Sarajewo 39,4 39,1
Copenhagen 26,3 26,6
Tallinn 22,4 21,9
Helsinki 21,6 21,0
Marseilles 38,1 39,5
Paris 31,6 33,0
Athens 45,7 44,6
London 28,3 29,8
Edinburgh 23,2 24,6
Dublin 24,7 26,6
Milan 36,7 37,5
Rome 41,2 41,5
Zagreb 37,2 37,2
Riga 25,1 24,5
Wilna 27,4 26,7
Amsterdam 28,7 29,7
Oslo 21,7 22,0
Vienna 34,6 34,6
Salzburg 34,8 35,1
Warsaw 30,2 29,8
Lisbon 36,4 39,6
Stockholm 22,7 22,5
Bern 34,8 35,8
Bratislava 34,7 34,6
Ljubijana 36,8 37,0
Palma de Mallorca 41,1 43,0
Madrid 37,7 40,2
Prague 32,4 32,6
Budapest 35,4 35,1

GERMANY ASTRA 19,2° east HOTBIRD 13° east

Kiel 27,5 27,8
Hamburg 28,3 28,8
Rostock 27,9 28,3
Berlin 29,7 30,0
Bremen 28,6 29,2
Hanover 29,5 30,0
Düsseldorf 30,2 31,1
Kassel 30,6 30,9
Dresden 31,3 31,6
Wiesbaden 31,6 32,4
Nürnberg 32,8 33,3
Saarbrücken 32,3 33,2
Stuttgart 33,2 33,9
Munich 34,2 34,7

The following
setting angles
apply for the
various locations:

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For precise alignment of the antenna, the complete cabling must now be connected.

The television and the receiver should be located in the immediate vicinity of the antenna.

It is almost impossible to align the reception system by “shouting” e.g. from a distant television. A SAT
finder (art. no. 37351) or the signal strength indicator on a digital receiver is ideal for aligning the antenna.

Leave the equipment disconnected from the mains supply until cabling is complete!
Connect the antenna cable to the LNB. Carefully introduce the copper-coloured internal conductor of the
cable into the LNB socket. Place the thread of the plug directly onto the socket and screw the plug as
tightly as you can by hand. Fix the other end of the cable to the jack on the satellite receiver in the same
way (LNB IN).
With a scart cable, connect the scart socket of the receiver (TV) to the scart socket of your television.
Your cabling now looks like this:

RECEIVER

LNB

SAT ANTENNA

Please insert the provided batteries into the remote control.

Now connect your television and the receiver to the mains.
Press the Stand By button on the receiver or on the remote control.

It may be necessary to switch your television into so-called A/V mode. You can do this with the remote
control on your television. The procedure is different for each television unit. The relevant button could be
marked 0, AV or EXT. Please refer to the instructions for your television.

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You must now move the preset antenna in millimetre steps, with the screws only hand-tight. Please note
that there must not be any obstacles between antenna and reception direction, and that you must not
stand in front of the antenna area. When you have mounted the antenna precisely southwards, as
described above, and have set a height angle as specified in the table, turn the antenna slowly to the left,
i.e. to the east. (If the antenna is being installed in Eastern Europe, turn it slowly to the west).

When moving the antenna, observe the screen or any signal indications provided (e.g. Sat finder/Digital
receiver). When a signal/TV picture appears, switch between a few programmes on the receiver to check
whether the antenna is aligned to the correct satellite. When the signal quality has reached its maximum,
you should also move the height angle up and down slightly, in the smallest steps, to further optimise the
quality.
If you do not obtain any reaction or only a weak signal level, you should alter the height angle by a few
millimetres up or down and start the satellite search again by swivelling to the side.

When you have optimally set the antenna, tighten the screws on the antenna. Observe the screen at the
same time, as sometimes the antenna is moved slightly during fixing and the signal strength decreases
again.

Fitting an F-plug, if you need to shorten your cable

IMPORTANT: Please proceed with great caution when fitting the F-plug. Failure to comply with the
following instructions could cause malfunctions or destruction of the SAT receiver!! – Please use only
continuous antenna cables.

• Strip the cable for a length of 8 mm as far as the
internal conductor (with a sharp knife).

• Remove the protruding wires of the shielding braid.

• Remove 10 mm of the plastic casing until the shielding
braid is bared.

• Make sure that no wires of the shielding braid can
touch the internal conductor.

• Carefully screw the F-plug onto the cable, until the
internal conductor terminates flush with the front edge
of the F-plug. The shielding braid is now connected to
the F-plug.

• Check the F-plug for short circuits. Look into the F-plug
from the front; the internal conductor must be located
on its own in the centre and must not be touched by
any wires of the shielding braid!

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5. Operating elements, front of device

5.1 Operating element: Rear side of device

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3 2 5 541

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1. STANDBY: With this key you can switch between Operation and Standby.

2. Menu: With this key you can invoke the main menu.

3. OK: With this key you can invoke the channel list and select an element in the menu.

4. CH  CH : Switches to the next or previous channel. In the menu mode, it switches to

the next menu option.

5. VOL  VOL : With this key you can regulate the volume or select the next page of the

channel list.

1. IF INPUT: Antenna input of the satellite antenna.

2. IF OUTPUT: Antenna output to a second analogue / digital receiver.

3. DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT: SPDIF output. (Sony / Philips Digital Interface) coaxial digital output.

4. VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT: For connecting to your video recorder, TV set or audio device.

5. TV SCART: Video / audio output to the TV set.

6. VCR SCART: Video / audio output to your video recorder.

7. RS-232C: Service interface.

8. Power switch.

CAM modules not included!

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6. Remote operation

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1STANDBY (red): You can switch between Operation and Standby with this key.

2 Number block: You can change programmes or select menu options with the help

of these keys.

3 AUDIO: With this key you can select the sound mode between left + left,

right + right or stereo off.

4 EPG – Programme information: Invokes the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide).

5MENU: This key takes you to the main menu.

6 BOUQ: Displays the bouquet list.

7 CH  CH : With this key you can select the next or previous programme, or

browse the menu options.

8Page Up  /Down : Select the next channel list or navigation in OSD mode

(left/right).

9 EXIT: Press this key to return to the channel mode without saving the changes in

the menu.

10 TV/RADIO: Choose Radio or TV mode.

11 Videotext: To view the videotext pages of the current broadcaster

12 LIST: Select your favourite channel list or the current channel list in the View Mode.

While adding favourite channels, this key switches to the next channel list in the
left window.

13 FAV: Select your favourite channel list or the current channel list. While adding

favourite channel lists in the menu, it switches to the next page in the right window.

14 MUTE: With this key you can switch off the sound of the receiver temporarily.

15 STILL: Create a still picture.

16 VOL +/- : With these keys you can regulate the volume or select the next channel

list page.

17 INFO: With this key you can invoke the programme info box on the monitor screen.

18 OK: Press this key to invoke the channel list and to select an option in the menu.

19 BACK: Press this key to go back to the previous step without saving the changed

settings. You can also jump to the previous channel with this key.

20 SUBTITLE: Press this key to activate the sub titles.

21 OPTION (blue key)

22 TV/DBS: Press this key to select between the TV and Sat modes.

23 REC: Start recording immediately. Set the timer recording in the EPG.

24 REWIND: Rewind

25 PLAY: Replay the recording

26 SKIP: Set skip marks.

27 DEL: Delete files or skip marks

28 STOP: Stop play

29 FAST FORWARD: fast forward (slow motion, 2x, 3x, 4x)

30 PAUSE: Stop the replay of a recording. Go into the Time Shift Mode during a normal

recording.

31 BOOK-MARK (JUMP): Jump to the next bookmark

32 BOOK-MARK (SET) Add or delete bookmarks

While inserting the cells please ensure that
the polarity is right! The polarity is denoted
in the cell area. Cells: 2 cells, size AAA,
UM-4, consumed micro or R03 cells
constitute special waste – please dispose
them properly! Reach, app. 6 m.

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7. Connections

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Connection to the SAT antenna

The DiSEqC technology allows a large number of connection variants:

• A permanently aligned SAT antenna

• Two permanently aligned SAT antennae or a Multifeed antenna with DiSEqC 2-way switch (art. no. 3932)

• Up to 4 permanently aligned SAT antennae with a DiSEqC 4-way switch (art. no. 3934)

• Up to 2 permanently aligned Multifeed antennae with DiSEqC 4-way switch (art. no. 3934)

• A rotating DiSEqC 1.2 rotor system, combined with up to 3 permanently aligned antennae

TIP: One or more Universal LNBs (reception converters) are required to receive satellite programmes. The
following technical data should be stated on the adhesive label of the LNB: 10.6 GHz (or 10,600 MHz) and

9.75 GHz (or 9,750 MHz) for the so-called oscillator frequencies. No other values or data are relevant, and
the receiver is ready for operation after connection.
Proceed with the utmost caution when preparing the antenna cable! As voltages and switching signals are
transported via the antenna cable, you must make sure that the shielding braid and the aluminium foil
have good contact with the F-plug and that no short-circuit occurs in the internal conductor of the cable!
After screwing on the F-plug, check that the internal conductor is not being touched by any of the wires of
the shielding braid.

A signal strength indicator is provided for aligning the antenna. Slowly swivel
the antenna southwards, observing the signal display on the screen. If you
cannot find a signal, change the inclination of the antenna a little. When
aligning for the first time, it is advisable to directly connect the antenna and
receiver using the shortest possible antenna cable, in order to exclude potential
error sources

Permanently installed
antenna or rotor-controlled
DiSEqC 1.2 system …

… or for 2 or 4 SAT antennae to one connection

DiSEqC switch 4/1
art. no. 3934

DiSEqC switch 2/1
art. no. 3932

Additional SAT receiver

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Connecting to the TV unit

You use a SCART cable for connecting to the TV set. If you have a TV with a 16:9 screen, for example, you
can adjust the settings to match your TV set in the receiver's screen menu. The default screen format is 4:3.
If your TV set does not have a Scart socket, use an appropriate adapter or use the 3 cinch outputs

Connecting to a video recorder

Connect the video recorder and the satellite receiver using a Scart cable. By means of the Scart socket it
is possible to record SAT programmes and to loop the playback of video cassettes through to the TV Scart
socket.
If your video recorder does not have a Scart socket, use an appropriate adapter or use the 3 cinch outputs

Connecting to a stereo system

Analogue: The sound of the TV and radio programmes can be reproduced via your stereo system.

Connect the two audio cinch sockets to a free input of your hi-fi system (e.g. AUX, Line IN, CD or Tuner).
Inputs with the designation “Phono” are not suitable!

Digital: Connect the receiver and your AC3/surround system to the coaxial digital output of the SAT
receiver.

VCR

TV

AC3/SURROUND (coaxial)

HIFI

230 V

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1. Programme Info Box

Details about the current channel such as for instance, the name of the
broadcaster and the programme title are displayed when you press the “Info”
key or the channel.

2. Possibilities of changing the channel in the View Mode

• Dial the channel number with the help of the number keys.

• Use the “CH ”, “CH ” to change the channel.

Press the “BACK” key to go to the previous channel.

• Use the “FAV” and “LIST” keys to invoke the desired channel list
(e.g. ALL TV, FREE TV etc.).

•Press “OK” to get the channel list of the already searched broadcaster.
Press the “OK” key to select a channel.
You can sort the programmes or select different lists by activating the
4 coloured keys.

3. Volume regulation

Use “Vol ”, “Vol ” to regulate the sound volume.
To switch off the sound temporarily, press the “MUTE” key.
To re-activate the sound, press the “MUTE” key again or activate the
“Vol ”, “Vol ” keys again.

4. Useful functions

Through the “STILL” key, you get a still picture.
Through the “TV/RADIO” key, you can switch between the two modes
Through the “AUDIO” key, you can select the sound settings (see figure).

5. Selecting mode (View Mode – Menu Mode)

You can switch from the View Mode to the Menu Mode through the “MENU”
key.
Press the “EXIT” key to quit the menu.

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6. Subtitles

If the current programme contains sub titles, you can invoke these through
the “SUBTITLE” key.

7. The procedure for changing the channel in the
Bouquet mode:

Activate the “BOUQ” key to invoke the already browsed Bouquet List.
Activate “CH ”, “CH ” to change the bouquet. Press “OK” to get the
channel list of the selected bouquet. Activate “CH ”, “CH ” to change the
channel. Press “OK” to select a channel.

8. EPG program guide

The EPG displays TV programme information. “Current” shows information
on the current transmission. “Next” shows information about the next
transmission. You can switch to Programme Info from the View Mode by
pressing the EPG key.

RED Displays information in the current / next programme
GREEN Vertical window
YELLOW Horizontal window

1) The vertical window shows the vertical time sequence

2) The horizontal window shows the horizontal time sequence

You can receive detailed information about the selected transmission by
activating the yellow (“Story”) key.
Instruction: The scope of the information depends on the concerned broad­caster!

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Connect the receiver. Then press the “ ” key on the remote operation or the “Standby” key on the front
screen of the receiver. The main menu will now appear on the monitor screen. The main menu displays
different sub menus of the receiver. You can select these sub menus with “CH ”, “CH ” and the number
keys on the remote operation. When a menu is selected, its colour changes. Press “OK” to access the
concerned sub menu.

1. Installation

The Installation menu permits you to set the antenna and to change the
device settings. To reach the Installation menu you must enter the password
(basic setting: “0000”). Use “Ch ”, “Ch ” on the remote operation and
then press the “OK” key to go to the next step. You can go back to the
previous menu either with the help of “Back” or “Menu”.

1.1 Easy installation

The receiver can be set up for the initial start up through “Easy Installation”.
Execute the following five steps:

 Language setup: Select your preferred language.

 Antenna select: Select your satellites such as, for instance, Astra or

Hotbird. You will find the other satellites under the “Other” option
(Page 53 ).

 Antenna adjust: You can adjust the satellite antenna with the help of the

signal strength display of your satellite key.

 Search typ:

“FTA-ADD/ALL-ADD”: Add new content (free / all channels) at the end of
the list.
“FTA-OVERWRITE/ALL-OVERWRITE”: Overwrite all data received from
the satellite thus far, and replace it with the new programme list.

 Channel being searched: Searches existing channels automatically.

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For satellite selection “Other”

 Antenna select: Select your LNB.

• “One LNB”: While using one LNB

• “Multi LNB or Motor”: If you use several LNBs or a motorized antenna

• Satellite: Select the desired satellites

• LNB: Select the LNB frequency. The frequency specifications are usually
located on the LNB (e.g., 9.75/10.6 GHz for one Universal LNB).

• DiSEqC: Select the correct DiSEqC port number or the type of the
selected satellite. (Also see Chapter “1.2 Antenna Settings” on Page 54
for setting the DiSEqC 1.2 and USALS)

 Antenna adjust: Set your satellite didh with the help of the signal bar

below. If you have selected “Multi LNB or Motor”, a menu will appear in
which you can set more antennas, or you can go to Channel Search
through “EXIT”.

 Search typ: You can select either “ALL” for all programmes (free and

encoded) or “FTA” (only free) as Search Mode.

 Channel is being searched: Searches existing channels automatically.

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1.2 Antenna Setup

Select “Antenna Setup” from the Installation menu and confirm by pressing
“OK”. Select the options with the “Ch ”, “Ch ” keys and change the
values with the “”, “” keys.

1.2.1 One satellite

If you receive only one satellite:

 Satellite name: Select the name of the satellite that you wish to receive.
 LNB Freq. Low: Preferably select the setting “Universal” (Low = 9750 and

High = 10600 MHz). You may skip the next option ( LNB Freq. High).

 LNB Freq. High: Select the correct frequency of the LNB with the help of

the number keys, if you are not using a normal Universal LNB.

 22 KHz: Switches between two frequency levels of the LNB. Through a

Universal LNB you can set the 22 kHz signal on “Auto”.

 LNB power supply: On / Off
 Start search: Saves the current settings and goes to the “Normal Search”

menu.

1.2.2 Multi satellites with multi-switch

 Satellite name: Select the names of the satellites.
 DiSEqC: DiSEqC is necessary while using two antennas or LNBs. Set the

correct Port No.

 LNB Freq. Low: Preferably select the setting “Universal”

(Low = 9750 and High = 10600 MHz). You may skip the next option
( LNB Freq. High).

 LNB Freq. High: Select the correct frequency of the LNB with the help of

the number keys if you are not using a normal Universal LNB.

 LNB power supply: On / Off. Select “Off” only for special community

systems!

 Start Search: Saves the current settings and goes to “Normal Search” for

channel searching.

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1.2.3 Multi satellites with DiSEqC 1.2

 Satellite name: Select the name of the satellite.
 LNB Freq. Low: Preferably select the setting “Universal”

(Low = 9750 and High = 10600 MHz). You may skip the next option
( LNB Freq. High).

 LNB Freq. High: Select the correct frequency of the LNB with the help of

the number keys if you are not using a normal Universal LNB.

 TP Frequency: Select the correct TP value to search the signal of the

selected satellite while setting up the antenna with ““ and “”.

 22 KHz: Switches between two frequency levels of the LNB. Through a

Universal LNB, you set the 22 kHz signal on “Auto”.

 Motor Control Mode: This menu helps you select the correct motor con-

trol mode.

• Fast: Moves the motor continuously. You can determine the direction
with the (“”, “”) keys.

• Step: Moves the motor in steps (Maximum angle of 60 degrees in all
directions)

• Reverse: Moves the motor to the saved position for the selected
satellite name.

• Reset: Sets all the saved positions back to “0”.

• Save: Saves the current position for the selected satellite.

 Move: This menu appears if you have activated the Fast or Step Mode. It

shows the current condition of the motor.

 Start search: Saves the current settings and goes over to the “Normal

Search” menu for channel searching.

1.2.4 Multi satellites with USALS

If you have a system that is motorized with USALS, you must specify your
position (longitude and latitude degree) to calculate the positions for the
receivable satellites. More information is available in the operating
instructions of your USALS system.

 Satellite name: Select the name of the satellite.
 LNB Freq. Low: Preferably select the setting “Universal”

(Low = 9750 and High = 10600 MHz). You may skip the next option
( LNB Freq. High).

 LNB Freq. High: Select the correct frequency of the LNB with the help of

the number keys if you are not using a normal Universal LNB.

 22 KHz: Switches between two frequency levels of the LNB. Through a

Universal LNB, set the 22 kHz signal on “Auto”.

 DiSEqC USALS Settings: Setting of your position and resetting of your

antenna position to “Center”.

 Start search: Saves the current settings and goes over to the “Normal

Search” menu for channel searching.

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1.2.5 Add a satellite or TP (transponder)

 Satellite name: Select the satellite to which you wish to add the TPs. If

you select “User”, you can add a new satellite.

 LNB Freq. Low: Preferably select the setting “Universal”

(Low = 9750 and High = 10600 MHz). You may skip the next option
( LNB Freq. High).

 LNB Freq. High: Select the correct frequency of the LNB with the help of

the number keys if you are not using a normal Universal LNB.

 Transponder: Select a new TP value with the help of the number keys.
 Polarity: Select a value from (Hor/Ver/Left/Right) for exact polarity setting.
 Symbol rate: Select a correct value with the number keys.
 Save: Save the current settings.

1.3 Normal search

Select “Normal Search” from the Installation menu and confirm the selection
with “OK”. You can get more information about “Normal Search” from your
dealer, from the Internet or from satellite magazines.

 Satellite name: Select the satellite on which the antenna is focused. If you

select “All Configured”, all satellites that you have configured in the
antenna settings will be searched.

 TP Frequency: TP frequency values can be adjusted with “”, “”.

If you select “Auto”, all the channels of the satellite are searched.

 Polarity  Symbol rate: If the “TP Frequency” value is set, the values of

“Polarity” and “Symbol Rate” are set automatically.

 Network search: Select “Yes” or “No” with the “”, “” keys. If you

select “Yes”, you will get a current transponder list of the satellite carrier.
Unfortunately, this meaningful service is not yet being supported by all
the satellite carriers.

 Search Mode:

“FTA-ADD/ALL-ADD”: Add new content (free / all channels) at the end of
the list.
FTA_OVERWRITE/ALL_OVERWRITE“: Overwrite all data received thus far
by the satellite and replace them with a new programme list.

 Go To: If a pre-set position of the antenna exists, it sets the antenna on

this position.

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1.4 Advanced search

Select “user-defined search” from the “Installation” menu and confirm the
selection with “OK”. You can get more information about “user-defined
search” from your dealer, from the Internet or from satellite magazines.

 Satellite name: Select the name of the satellite.
 TP Frequency: TP frequency values can be set with “”, “” or the

number keys.

 Polarity: Select a value from (Hor/Ver/Left/Right) to set the exact polarity.
 Symbol rate,  Video PID,  Audio PID,
 PCR PID: Select the correct value with the number keys.
 Go To: If a pre-set position of the antenna exists, it sets the antenna on

this position.

1.5 Update channels

Deleted channels and fresh information about already searched channels are
searched and updated.

 All satellites: Updates information about all the satellites that are

configured in the antenna settings.

 Current TP: Updates the information about channels on the same

transponder TP such as the current programme.

 Current network: Updates the information about the channels offered by

the satellite carrier.

1.6 Factory reset

The “Factory reset” function deletes all setting changes made by you,
including the child lock and the favourite channels, and resets the factory
settings. After you select “Factory reset”, the system displays a warning
(see picture). Press the “OK” key and all the information will be reset to the
factory settings.

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2. Environment

You can execute the settings of the TV system, time and language etc. in
“Environment”.

2.1 TV settings

 Monitor screen format: Choose between 4:3 normal format and 16:9 wide

picture format.

 Video output format

“CVBS” (Composite or even FBAS): Deactivate RGB output. The picture
now appears through the CVBS output.
“RGB”: Activate RGB. CVBS continues to remain active, but the RGB
output has priority.

2.2 Time settings

Set the hours and minutes of your local time zone.

 Current time: Set your time and time zone. If necessary, set the “Summer

Time”.

 Timer On: Set the on and off time up to four times in a day.
 Timer Off: Switches the receiver off. You have a choice between “Only

Once” and “Daily”.

2.3 Language settings

Select the language of your menu with the “”, “” keys.

 Menu language: Select the language in which the On Screen Display

(OSD) should appear. The receiver supports four different languages that
you can choose from.

 Sub title language: Select the language in which the sub titles should

appear. The receiver supports four different languages you can choose
from.

 Main sound language: Select your main sound language.
 Sub sound language: Select a sub sound language if your main sound

language is not available.

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2.4 Parental lock

The parental lock protects your receiver against unauthorized access.

 Menu lock: With this option, you can activate or deactivate password

protection necessary for accessing the “Installation”, “Environment” and
“Change/Delete Channel List”. Use the “”, “” keys.

 Code setting: You can specify a new password. Ensure that the pre-set

password is “0000”. If you have lost the code, please use our hotline.
After selecting “Code setting”, confirm the selection with “OK”.
Current code: Enter your current code.
New code: Enter your new code.
Confirm new code: Confirm your new password. You will then be
returned to the “Environment Menu” automatically.

2.5 OSD settings

Here you can set the duration for which the OSD should appear on the
monitor screen and define the OSD transparency.

 OSD screen time: Select from among 2, 3, 5, 10, or 15 sec., to define the

period after which the programme info box disappears.

 OSD “Degree of clarity”: Define how clear the OSD should be.

You can select a value from “1” (brightest) to “10” (darkest).

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2.6 Digital 5.1 CH audio setting

Choose digital or analogue audio by using the “” or “” keys.

2.7 Front panel time display option

Activate or deactivate the time display option on the front panel with the help
of the “”- and “” keys.

3. Edit channel lists

Select “Edit Channel List” and input your code (Basic position: “0000”). You
can administer your channel lists, create new channel lists, rename channel
lists, change sequences and delete the lists with the help of this function.
Select the desired option with the 1 to 4 keys or through the “Ch ”, “Ch ”
keys.

3.1 Edit the TV channel lists

 Select “Edit TV Channel List”.
 Press “1” to create a new channel list.
 Input a name for the list and save it.
 If you have created a new list, you can rename it, reset it or delete it.

3.2 Edit radio channel lists

 Select “Edit Radio Channel List”
 Press “1” to create a new radio channel list.
 Specify a name for the list and save it.
 If you have created a list, you can rename it, reset it or delete it.

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3.3 Edit TV channels

Select an already created list with the “”, “” keys.

3.3.1 Add favourite channels

Select a channel from the “ALL TV” or “FREE TV” list and add it with the
“OK” key. Press the “List” key to get a display of the ALL TV or Free TV list
on the left side. With the help of the “FAV” key, you can display your favourite
channel lists on the right side. Instruction: You can add favourite program­mes only if you have created a list earlier (see 3.1 “Change TV channel lists”)!

3.3.2 Channel lock

Select the channel to be locked and press the “OK” key. Pressing the
channel a second time releases the lock.

3.3.3 Delete channels

Select the channel to be deleted and press the “OK” key. If you delete the
channel from a newly created list (e.g., your favourites list), the channel is not
deleted in the other lists.

3.3.4 Rearrange

Select the channel to be moved with the help of “Vol ”, “Vol ” and press
the “OK” key (the colour of the selected channel changes). Now move the
channel to be shifted to the desired position with the “Vol ”, “Vol ” keys
and confirm the operation again with “OK”.

3.3.5 Rename channels

Select the channel you wish to rename and confirm with “OK”. Enter the new
name and save it with “STORE” (save). Confirm again with “OK”.

3.3.6 Sort channels alphabetically

Press “OK” to sort the channels alphabetically.

3.3.7 Sort channels according to satellites

Press “OK” to sort the channels according to the satellites.

3.4 Edit radio channels

See “3.3 Change/Lock TV Channels”

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4. System information

You can get information on the version of the system.
S/W Ver.: Version No. of the software.
H/W Ver.: Version No. of the hardware.

5. Software update

With the help of “Software update”, you can download a new software
version through satellite or an RS-232 cable. Select “Software update” in the
“Main Menu” with the help of “Ch ”, “Ch ” and confirm with “OK”.
Note: If you play the software on the receiver through a PC, please read the
enclosed README file.

5.1 Receiver to Receiver

Copies the software of the current receiver to a different receiver. After
selecting “Receiver to Receiver”, enter the lock code (basic position: “0000”).
The receiver is now ready for the copy operation.

5.2 Manual update via satellite

Updates the software of the receiver directly from the satellite.

5.3 Automatic SAT update on activation

If you set the value “ON”, the receiver examines automatically on being
activated whether an update exists. If yes, it executes the update operation
automatically.

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6. Recording

6.1 Channel

On pressing the “OK” key, you get the list of channels from which you can
select the desired broadcaster.

6.2 Filename

Press the “OK” key to define the filename. Otherwise the name of the
broadcaster is used as the default filename.

6.3 Duration

You can define the duration of the recording in five-minute steps, with the
help of the arrow keys.

6.4 Recording

You can start or end the recording anytime with the help of the arrow keys.
Press “BACK” or “EXIT” to switch from the recording to the TV picture
without quitting the recording.

6.5 Timer record

Here you can access the Timer Menu.

Information about the satellites and the hard disk capacity is displayed here.
The top portion of the two bar diagrams on the border of the picture below
illustrates the recording process (REC), the diagram at the bottom displays
the hard disk capacity still available (HDD).

6.6 Timer reservation

You can programme a new broadcast manually
in this menu (Figure a). You can invoke an
overview of all programmed broadcasts through
“Change Timer Settings” (Figure b).
More instructions are given on Page 68.

(Fig. a) (Fig. b)

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7. Hard disk

The hard disk menu is divided into three categories.

7.1 Time shift

To enable time shift during the recording, or to deactivate the function, set
the value “activate” or “deactivate” respectively.

7.2 Automatic Standby after Timer Recording

Here you can define whether or not the device should automatically go to the
Standby mode after the end of the timer recording has been reached. If you
select “deactivate”, the device remains on even after a time-controlled
recording.

7.3 Formatting the hard disk

You can format the hard disk here. Follow the instructions on the screen. You
can end the operation prematurely by pressing the Exit key. If you format the
hard disk, all files stored on the hard disk will be lost permanently!!!

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The Personal Video Recorder (PVR) has the following additional function keys: PLAY [], STOP [], REW [],

FF [], SKIP [I], DEL [X], BOOKMARK [ ], BOOKMARK JUMP [ ], and REC [].

1. PLAY []

With [], you can play your stored recordings. For this, select the
corresponding file on the file list with the help of the [] and [] keys, and
confirm the action by pressing [OK] to start the replay.
After the end of the replay is reached, the system switches automatically to the
View Mode and the “Programme Info Box” disappears after a few seconds.
You can invoke the Info box again on the screen any time by pressing [INFO].
[Options]

1.1. Delete file: See [6. DEL: Delete File]

1.2. Change Filename: For this, select the corresponding file from the file list
with the help of the [] and [] keys and confirm the action by pressing the
[1] key. A window will now appear in which you can define the new filename,
and save it by pressing [STORE].

2. STOP []

You can stop the replay of a file or recording of a transmission with the help
of this key. Timer and EPG recordings are excluded. After the stop, the
system reverts back automatically to the View Mode.

3. REW [] (Rewind)

During a replay, you can “Rewind” with the help of this key. If the start of the
file is reached, the replay starts. You can start the replay any time during the
picture search run.

4. FF [] (Fast forward)

During the replay, you can fast forward the action with this key, or display the
picture in slow motion. By pressing the key several times you can select the
speed e.g., slow motion, double, three times and four times.

5. SKIP

[

I

]

(Automatic skip)

During the replay, you can mark several areas that should be skipped in the
next replay. Skip marks always come in pairs. The two marks represent the
start and the end respectively of the area to be marked for skipping.

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6. DEL [X] (Delete)

6.1 Delete file

You can select the file to be deleted through the [] und [] keys on the file
list invoked with the help of []. The selected file is deleted when you press
the [X] key and then confirm the operation with [OK]. You can abort this
operation by pressing [EXIT].

6.2 Delete skip marks

To remove the skip marks while the concerned file is running, press the [X]
key.

7. BOOKMARK [ ] (Manual skip)

With this key [ ] you can set marks during the replay, which you can select
directly in the next operation. (See [8. BOOKMARK JUMP])
New bookmarks and changes are saved automatically at the end of the play.

8. BOOKMARK JUMP [ ] (Manual skip)

With this key, you can jump to the bookmarks that you have set earlier. The
bookmark lying next is always selected.

9. REC [] (Record)

You can start the recording with this key during the transmission. If you don’t
interrupt it earlier, the duration of recording is preset to 2 hours. The
recording display disappears a few moments after the start of the recording.
You may however, invoke it any time by pressing [INFO].

10. Direct Time Shift Mode [

 

] []

(Time delayed TV)
During a normal recording, you can switch to the Time Shift Mode with the
help of [

 

]. On activating this key, the picture is stopped immediately. You

can view the recording further with the help of the [] key. The recording is
not interrupted in the Time Shift Mode, although apparently, the picture
appears to have stopped.

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1. EPG supported recording

When you are in EPG, you can select a definite programme and press the
[

] key to record the programme automatically at the concerned time.

1.1 Recording

Select the desired programme in EPG by confirming the corresponding
transmitter on the channel list with “OK”, and mark the transmission in colour
with the help of the arrow keys. Save this transmission through the [

] key.

Your selection will be confirmed by “Saved successfully”. If “Not possible” or
“Filename not permitted” appears instead, then your recording is not stored.
Saved transmissions are designated with “REC”.

1.2 Revocation

Select the transmission to be deleted in EPG as described above. Press the
[X] key to delete the recording. The revocation action is also possible in the
“Edit Timer Recording” menu.
EPG data is not always accurate in time, and the data depends on the
concerned transmitter. It is therefore possible that the programme is not
recorded exactly at the set time.

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2. Timer Recording/Reservation

2.1 Channel

Press the OK key to invoke a list of the channels from which you can select
the desired transmitter. Press OK again to confirm your selection.

2.2 Filename

Here you can assign a filename for the transmission to be stored. The name
of the transmitter is taken over as the basic setting.

2.3 Mode

Select the Record Mode. You can select one of the following:

A. Once: The recording takes place only once.
B. Everyday: The recording takes place everyday at the same time.
C.

Weekly: The recording takes place once every week on the same weekday.

2.4 Recording date

You can set the desired date with the help of the LEFT () / RIGHT ()
keys or with the number keys.

2.5 Recording Start Time

You can set the desired time at which the recording should start with the
help of the LEFT () / RIGHT () keys or the number keys.

2.6 Recording duration

You can set the duration of recording in 5 minute steps with the help of the

LEFT ()/RIGHT () keys (minimum 5 minutes up to a maximum of 10 hours).

2.7 Saving

Confirm the settings defined above by pressing the OK key and save them
for recording. If the settings are incorrect (e.g., they overlap with other
recordings) an appropriate message is displayed. After the data is stored
successfully, the system displays the “Saved” message.

2.8 Cancellation

To cancel a timer recording, invoke the desired data from the “Change Timer
Recording” sub menu and delete it through “Cancel”.

2.9 Edit Timer Reservation

Press the OK key to invoke a list of all reserved timer recordings. Press OK
again to return to the previous menu in which you can change the recording
data.

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No Function Note the position of the mains switch and switch the unit on if necessary

(5.1 Operating element, Rear side of device, Page 46, Item 8).

No antenna signal (no signal indication on the device and via the signal indications in the OSD):

1. First check the antenna cable: The shielding braid and the aluminium foil must
have contact with the F-plug and must not touch the internal conductor!

2. Check the LNB settings. LNB1 should be set for ASTRA satellites. If you are
using a standard Universal LNB, the values 9750 MHz and 10600 MHz must be
set for the lower and upper frequency. For trouble-shooting you should directly
connect the LNB and the receiver, removing the switch and distributor first of
all.

Malfunctions

1. The device displays incorrect programme times in the EPG or the wrong time:
When the receiver is switched on, the data must be loaded and evaluated first
of all. Depending on the transponder, this process can take some time.
Sometimes it may be necessary to call up the EPG again or to change the
programme location.

2. The device is no longer responding: The receiver needs to process a large
amount of different data and sometimes responds like your home PC: It
crashes. A changeover when receiving EPG data or “unclear” data from the
programme provider can result in a crash. Simply remove the mains plug and
wait a few seconds before switching the device on again. If a software error is
involved, you can quickly load a software update onto the receiver via satellite.

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22 kHz pulse:

This pulse, generated by the receiver, is used to control switches or to switch Universal LNBs to the digital
range.

Analogue programmes:

In comparison with digital signals, analogue signals require a considerably greater quantity of information.
With the constantly increasing range of programmes, the bandwidths available would no longer suffice in
the long term. For this reason, analogue technology is gradually being replaced by digital transmissions.
However, analogue transmission will still have a “right to exist” for a number of years.

Antenna cable:

The antenna cable sends the signals arriving from the LNB to the receiving part of the satellite receiver. In
the reverse direction, the receiver sends switching signals and voltages via the antenna cable to the recei­ving system (switch, LNB…). As signal losses are considerably greater in SAT systems and the switching
signals are very small, only high quality, low-attenuation antenna cables should be used. The cable paths
should be as short as possible. The F-plug, the shielding braid and the aluminium foil form the negative
pole and must not touch the internal conductor (positive pole).

AV operation:

AV means Audio/Video.The connection of several devices (TV, SAT receiver, video recorder…) is generally
performed with a scart cable. This connection provides the best picture and sound quality and does not
normally require any additional settings. Satellite receiver and video recorder “register” via a switching
voltage at the scart input of the TV device (or video recorder/digital receiver). If this switching does not
occur, the SCART input must be manually activated via the remote control of the (TV or video) unit (e.g. AV
or 0 button).

Bouquet:

Bouquet is a French expression meaning “A bunch of flowers” in English. Bouquets are bundled digital
programme packets (e.g., ARD Digital), consisting of TV and radio programmes offered by a transmitter.

DiSEqC:

The DiSEqC technology was developed by Eutelsat to create an additional switching criterion (in addition
to the 22 kHz pulse) and to enable the reception of several satellite positions. From Version DiSEqc 1.2,
this technology also permits control of antenna rotors via the antenna cable.

Decoders:

Decoders are required to decode encoded programmes (“Pay TV”). Decoding incurs a monthly/annual
contribution, depending on the programme provider and range. There are different encoding systems and
video standards.

Digital reception:

To receive digital programmes you need a digital SAT receiver and a Universal LNB. Digital programmes
are usually provided encoded. In order to decode them, a “chip card” is inserted into a card drive.
Attention: Not all digital receivers are equipped or can be retrofitted with a (suitable) card drive!

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Transfer switch:

Transfer switches (sometimes integrated into multi-switches) are required to fan-in SAT and terrestrial
signals. These must be separated again by “reversed” transfer switches or SAT connection boxes.

Reception frequency:

As with VHF reception, each satellite programme has a reception frequency. In contrast to tuning a radio
transmitter, further settings are necessary (polarisation, DiSEqC/22kHz/LO frequency)!
If e.g. the LO frequency no longer agrees with the connected LNB, the transmitter cannot be received!

FEC:

FORWARD ERROR CORRECTION: An error correction system for the transmission path.

High Band:

Frequency range of 11.7-12.75 GHz. Used by satellite systems for broadcasting digital programmes
(see 22 kHz).

Ku Band:

Transmission range of satellites 10.7-12.75 GHz (Low and High Band).

LNB/LNC:

Low Noise Block/Converter. This is located in the focal point of the satellite antenna (exception:
“Multifeed”), and collects and amplifies the signals. As the received signals are too high frequency for
switching via the antenna cable, they must be reduced by means of an “oscillator” (see LO frequency).
The LNB is supplied with voltage by the satellite receiver via the antenna cable and receives the
necessary control commands (horizontal or vertical reception, High or Low Band).

Low Band:

Frequency range of 10.7-11.7 GHz. Used by the Astra satellite system for broadcasting analogue
programmes, amongst other things (see 22 kHz).

LO frequency/oscillator:

LNBs have an oscillator with a fixed LO frequency for Low Band (9.750 GHz), while Universal LNBs have
an additional oscillator for High Band (10.660 GHz). These values are already preset for LNB 1 to LNB 4
and should only be changed if you are using an older LNB type and the LO frequency of your LNB is
known.

Multifeed:

An antenna on which two or more LNBs are mounted, which can receive different satellites.

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Multi-switches:

Multi-switches are used in SAT distribution systems (from 3 subscribers/receivers). Multi-switches have at
least 2 LNB connections for 1 double LNB (horizontal 18 V and vertical 13 V, possibly terr. input). In
digitally compatible or Multifeed systems, at least 4 LNB inputs are required: horizontal 18 V, vertical 13 V,
horizontal 18 V + 22 kHz and vertical 13 V + 22 kHz. In digital systems (for one SAT position) a Quattro
LNB is connected to these connections, in Multifeed systems two double LNBs. Multi-switches are
available for 4 and 8 subscribers. With a further multi-switch, up to 16 subscribers could be connected.

NIT:

Network Information Table: Information about reception data sometimes broadcast by programme
organisers. Serves for automatically finding all programmes broadcast by the organiser.

Polarisation (horizontal/vertical switching):

The signals coming from the satellite are broadcast in two levels. As a result, the number of receivable
programmes is practically doubled. Satellite receivers are equipped with a so-called horizontal/vertical
switching to enable selection of the two polarisation levels in the LNB. For this purpose, the two voltages
are 14 volt for vertical and 18 volt for horizontal.

Quad LNB:

For direct connection of 4 receivers. The multi-switch is already integrated.

Quattro LNB:

For digital distribution systems. LNB with four outputs for horizontal, vertical, High and Low Band.
Operation is only possible with 5/4 multi-switches.

Noise figure:

Given in dB: Specifies the quality of the amplifier used in an LNB. The smaller the value, the better the
LNB.

USALS:

„Universal Satellites Automatic Location System“. Allows automatic calculation of satellite position for
rotary satellite dish adjustment.

Satellite:

E.g. ASTRA or EUTELSAT system: The satellites are located in a geostationary orbit at a vertical height of
approx. 36,000 km above the equator.

Satellite position and illumination zones (footprints):

Most satellites are located in a geostationary orbit 36,000 km above the equator. Viewed from Europe,
these satellites are located southwards. The satellites “illuminate” different regions on the earth, similarly
to the shine from a flashlight. In the centre of this illumination zone, smaller antennae are sufficient, while
at the edges larger antennae must be installed. Reception is not possible outside these zones. Some pro­grammes are only intended for reception in a particular country, but can be received without problem in
neighbouring countries. Bad weather conditions (snow, rain) impair reception. This impairment can be
reduced with precise antenna alignment or by using a larger antenna.

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SCART:

21-pin plug standard for bidirectional image and sound transmission. Switching voltages and data can
also be transmitted. 10-pin scart cables are sufficient for a satellite receiver or VHS video recorder. If a
decoder or Super-VHS video recorder is used, 21-pin scart cables must be used! There are 3 common
standards, which must be set on the video recorder or television so that the picture signal of the SAT
receiver can be transmitted faultlessly: FBAS (setting on TV/video e.g. “C-Video”) for SAT receiver,
standard video recorder (e.g. VHS or Video8) S-VHS (“Y/C” or “S-Video”) for Super VHS or Hi8 video
equipment, sometimes also for digital SAT receivers. RGB (“RGB” is used e.g. for laser disk players,
decoders or large-screen projectors).

Switching voltage:

Switching voltages switch a connected device to a particular status (e.g. AV mode) via the scart cable.
Switched on satellite receivers and video recorders in playback mode usually “force” the television to
switch to AV mode. Not all TV and video devices recognise this switching voltage, and must be switched
over manually if necessary.

Symbol rate:

Data speed of the signal.

Terrestrial:

Terrestrial programmes are transmitted from and received on earth (lat. “Terra”). This includes, for
example, TV programmes in the UHF and VHF range (including cable TV!) and VHF radio transmitters.
Terrestrial antennae can be connected to the SAT system via a so-called transfer switch or multi-switch
with terrestrial input. Terrestrial transmitters and SAT signals can thus be transmitted via a shared antenna
cable and then be divided up again using a SAT connection box (SAT/TV/Radio). The introduction of
terrestrial programmes is recommended, because:

1. Not all TV and radio programmes (e.g. regional transmitters) are transmitted via satellite;

2. Terrestrial programmes can be recorded independently of SAT-TV;

3. They can still be used in the event of failure of the SAT system (e.g. antenna displaced by storm).

Transponder:

Transmission unit on the satellite: In the digital range, the parameters are described by specifying
frequencies and symbol rates.

Universal LNB:

Universal LNBs enable the reception of the entire lower (Low Band) and upper frequency range (High
Band). Universal LNBs are mainly required for the reception of digital programmes. Standard types:
Universal Single LNB (max. 1 subscriber), Universal Twin LNB (max. 2 subscribers) and Universal Quattro
LNB for distribution systems.

Distribution or multi-subscriber systems:

The basis for constructing a distribution system (2 - 16 subscribers) are double or twin LNBs (2 outputs),
or Quattro LNBs (4 outputs) in digitally compatible systems. The connections of the LNBs are connected to
so-called multi-switches (e.g. 4- or 8-way). The outputs of the multi-switches are run directly (“radially”)
to each subscriber. Additional terrestrial programmes (local TV and radio transmitters) can be introduced.

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DEMODULATOR SUPPORTS

Input symbol rate: 2-45 Msps

FEC, 1 / 2, 2 / 3, 3 / 4, 4 /5, 5 / 6, 7 / 8
QPSK.

RF INPUT

Frequency range : 950MHz - 2150 MHz
RF Loop through
Signal level: -25 to -65dBm
LNB polarisation: vertical:13,5V +/- 0,5V

horizontal:18,5V +/- 0,5V

VIDEO DECODER

MPEG-2
Data rates up to 15Mbits/S
Video format 4:3, 16:9

AUDIO DECODER

MPEG-2 Layer I & II Mono / Stereo / Dual channel
Input T/S Data rate 60 Mbits/S
Sampling rate: 32, 44.1 and 48 Khz

AV OUTPUTS

Composite video to Phono/Scart standard.
RGB video to Scart standard
Stereo audio by Scart and Phono
Coaxial S/PDIF

MEMORIES

2MB Flash
16MB SDRAM

DIMENSION

W 320 x D 240 x H 60mm

POWER SUPPLY

230V ~ +/- 15% 50/60Hz
Stand-by Power: 7W
Max. power consumption: 40W

Weight: 2,9Kg

Subject to technical changes

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Dear Customer!

Please bear in mind that unjustified complaints will cost you money! If it transpires that
the problem is actually a defective device, please send it in for repair with a precise
description of the fault to your local dealer.

SM ELECTRONIC GmbH & Co. KG

Waldweg 2
D-22145 Stapelfeld/Hamburg
Internet: www.skymaster.de
E-Mail: [e-mail]

Subject to technical changes

ASTRA, EUTELSAT, TÜRKSAT, DiSEqC and Skymaster are registered trademarks.

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