Strong SRT 4404 User Manual

Thank you for choosing this Strong satellite receiver. This receiver is of our latest development and it is designed to be capable of upgrading its soft ware through the satellite and the Internet. It is highly recommended that you read this manual carefully to safely install your receiver and to achieve its optimum performance.

1. Usage

This user manual is applicable for Strong SRT 4404 Evolution Digital Satellite Receiver and its related accessories. It is advised that first-time and experienced users read this manual in order to safely install the receiver.

Strong has supplied this product with the most recent innovations of software and hardware. Strong reserves the right to make changes in production to the software used by your satellite receiver without prior notification. In order to maintain and ensure that your receiver is compatible and updated with the most recent software technology, we recommend that you visit our website to check the latest software.

Content

1. Usage 1

1.1 Safety Instructions..................................................................................3

1.2 Features & Accessories..........................................................................4

1.3 Safety Precautions .................................................................................6

1.4 Storage ...................................................................................................6

1.5 Equipment Set-up...................................................................................7

2. Your Receiver 8

2.1 Front Panel ................................................................................................8

2.2 Rear Panel.................................................................................................9

2.3 Remote Control Unit.................................................................................10

3. Connections 12

3.1 Connecting to your TV & VCR .................................................................12

3.1.1 Basic connection with a coaxial cable 12

3.1.2 Basic connection with a Scart cable 13

3.1.3 Advanced connection 14

3.1.4 Connection with Audio Cable RCA Connectors 15

3.1.5 Connecting a serial cable for downloading software 15

3.2 Connecting to a satellite dish...................................................................16

3.2.1 Connecting a fixed satellite dish to your receiver 16

3.2.2 Connecting multiple fixed dishes with a DiSEqC1.0 switch 17

3.2.3 Connecting a dish on a motorized positioner to your receiver 18

3.3 Connecting to SMART CARD..................................................................19

3.4 Connecting to CI Module..........................................................................19

4. Starting up 20

4.1 Starting up for the First Time....................................................................20

5. Basic settings 21

5.1 Main Menu...............................................................................................21

5.1.1 Channel Organizer Menu 22

5.1.2 System Configuration Menu 27

5.1.3 Installation Menu 30

5.1.5 Smart Card Menu 35

5.1.6 Common Interface 35

6.0 Basic functions 36

6.1 EPG (Electronic Program Guide).............................................................38

A.1 Trouble Shooting 39 A.2 Specifications 40 A.3 Glossary of terms 42

1.1 Safety Instructions

Warning:

DO NOT INSTALL YOUR RECEIVER

• In a closed or poorly ventilated cabinet;

• Directly on top of or under any another equipment;

• On a surface which might obstruct the ventilation slots.

DO NOT EXPOSE THE RECEIVER OR ITS ACCESSORIES:

• To direct sunlight or near any other equipment that generates heat;

• To rain or intense moisture.

• To any shock which may cause permanent damage to your receiver;

• To any magnetic objects, such as loudspeakers, transformers, etc.;

• To intense vibration.

• Never open the cover. It is dangerous to touch the inside of the receiver due

to high voltage currents and possible electrical hazards. Your warranty will be void if the receiver has been opened.

• When the receiver is not used for a long period of time, you should unplug the power cord from the wall socket.

• Do not use a damaged power cord. It may cause a fire or an electrical shock.

• Do not touch a power cord with wet hands. It may cause an electric shock.

• Place the receiver in a well-ventilated environment.

• When you are connecting the cables, be sure that the receiver is

disconnected from the mains supply voltage.

• Do not use your receiver in humid environment.

Make sure you read this user manual before installing your receiver.

This manual provides complete instructions for installi ng and using this receiver. The following symbols will be used as follows:

Bold Characters: Represents a button on the remote control or the receiver. Italic Characters: Represents a menu item within the On Screen Display (OSD) Menu

1.2 Features & Accessories

SRT 4404 Evolution Digital Satellite Receiver:

• Fully compliant with DVB-S specifications

• Dual embedded Card Readers for Viaccess encrypted services

• Dual Common Interface slots compatible all encrypted systems

(Viaccess, Irdeto, NagraVision, Conax, Cryptoworks, Seca, Betacrypt)

• Receives SCPC and MCPC signals from C and KU band satellites

• Easy and various channel scan options

• Supports DiSEqC 1.0 and 1.2

• Over 3000 channels memory capacity

• Fast Channel Switching

• 3 operational modes: Digital TV, Radio and Favorite

• Various organizing functions for TV and Radio channels

• 4 Favourite lists for TV and Radio Programs

• Full DVB subtitling support

• Teletext supported via VBI

• User-friendly multi language on screen menu

• Advanced Electronic Program Guide (EPG)

• Timer for 8 events programmable via EPG

• Future-proof - software updates via satellite

• RS232 connector for software updates and channel data managing

Accessories

• User’s Manual

• Remote Control Unit

• Batteries

Figure 1. Accessories

Note: The batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, electrically

short-circuited or be mixed or used with other types of batteries.

1.3 Safety Precautions

To maintain your receiver’s optimum performance, you ar e advised to apply the following safety precautions:

• Read this manual carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions given.

• Refer all maintenance or servicing to suitably qualified personn el

• If you wish, you may clean your receiver with a soft lint-free cloth slightly

made damp with a mild soap solution, only after disconnecting from the mains voltage supply.

• Do not use alcohol or ammonia based liquids to clean the receiver.

• Do not open the receiver cover, as you will be exposed to a shock hazard

• Do not open the receiver cover this will void your warranty.

• Do not place any objects on top of the receiver because this might prevent

proper cooling of the components inside.

• Make sure no foreign objects fall through the ventilation slots because this could cause fire or an electric shock.

• Wait a few seconds after switching off the receiver before you move the receiver or disconnect any equipment;

• Please ensure that that the electrical power supply corresponds with the voltage on the electrical identification plate at the back of the receiver.

• It is a necessity that you only use an approved extension and compatible wiring that is suitable for the electrical power consumption of the installed equipment.

• If the receiver does not operate normally even after strictly following the instructions in this user manual, it is recommended to consult your dealer.

1.4 Storage

Your receiver and its accessories are stored and delivered in a well protective packaging against electric shocks and moisture. When unpacking it, make sure that all the parts are included and keep packaging away from children. When transporting the receiver from one place to another or if you are retur nin g it und er warranty make sure to store the receiver in its original packaging with its accessories. Failing to comply with such packaging procedures could vo id your warranty.

1.5 Equipment Set-up

We recommend you to consult a professional installer to set up yo ur equipment. Otherwise, please follow the following instructions:

• Refer to the user manual of your TV and dish.

• Make sure that the UHF coaxial cable is in a good condition.

• Make sure that the UHF coaxial cable connections are well shielded

• Make sure that the outdoor components of the dish are in good condition.

• Make sure that the dish is aimed at the satellite of your choice.

• Make sure that the dish is connected with the correct I.F. coaxial cable (75

Ohm) and is in good condition.

2. Your Receiver

2.1 Front Panel

Figure 2. Front Panel

1. Power Button

Turns the receiver On/Off.

2. Display (4-digits 7-segments/3LED)

The 4-digit displays the channel number. In STAND BY mode, the 7-segment displays local time. The red LED is the STAND BY indicator and the green LED is the Card IN indicator.

3. Channel UP/DOWN Button

Moves the cursor up/down in Menu state. Changes the current program to the next/previous program in No-menu state.

4. Menu/Select Button

Displays the Main menu in No-menu state. Activates the highlighted menu item in Menu state.

5. Volume UP/DOWN Button

Increases/decreases the volume levels in No-menu state. Change the setting values in specific Menu item.

6. Exit Button

Exits from the current menu or cancels the current progressing operation if applicable.

7. CI Slots

Insert CI module into CI slot for conditional access.

8. Smart card slot

Insert smart card into smart card slot for conditional access.

2.2 Rear Panel

Figure 3. Rear Panel

1. SAT IN

Connect the digital signal from your LNB of your satellite dish to this connector.

2. LOOP OUT Gives you the connection possibility to the extra receiver (analogue or digital).

3. VIDEO (Yellow RCA) This connector has a constant video signal for additional VCR-connections.

4. AUDIO Right (Red RCA) and Left (White RCA) These connectors give you the possibility to connect the audio signal to an external amplifier, or the audio input of your TV.

5. TV Scart Connector Use this connector to connect your receiver to your TV using a scart cable.

6. VCR Scart Connector Use this connector to connect your receiver to your video recorder using a scart cable. Your video signal will now be looped through to your TV.

7. RS232 Serial Port This serial port can be used to connect your PC to your receiver, and enable you to download new versions of software into your receiver.

8. TO TV RF Modulator (male part). If you do not use a scart cable or RCA cable to connect your receiver to your TV, you will have to use this connector to connect the receiver to your TV, using a coax cable. If you connect your receiver to your TV like this, be sure that you set your TV to the corresponded channel.

9. ANT IN RF Modulator (female part). If you have an additional antenna (cable or terrestrial) as well, and you do not use a scart cable to connect the receiver to the TV, then your additional antenna has to be connected here. If you use a scart cable to connect the receiver to your TV, the additional antenna can be put directly into your TV.

10. Power Cord

Your receiver requires 90~240V AC mains power, 50~60Hz+/-5%. Make sure to check the power specification before connecting your receiver to the wall outlet.

2.3 Remote Control Unit

All features of the set-top box can be controlled with the remote

1. POWER

Turns the receiver On/Off.

2. MUTE Mutes audio output of the receiver.

3. NUMERIC KEY (0-9)

Controls the numerical operation and especially changes program directly.

4. SUB

Shows the list of subtitled languages that the current channel supports.

5. P+/P-

Page up and down in menu list.

6. TV Shows the current digital TV program list.

7. FAV (♥)

Shows the current favourite program list.

8. RADIO Shows the current digital Radio program list.

9. UP/DOWN

Change the current program to the previous/next program in NO-menu state. Moves the cursor to upward/downward in Menu state.

10. LEFT/RIGHT

Adjust volume in NO-menu state. Select item in Menu state.

11. OK

Shows current channel list in NO-menu state. Confirm selection in Menu state.

12. SAT

Shows the list of installed satellites.

13. MENU

Shows the Main Menu.

14. FUNC

Shows program information and channels detail in NO-menu state.

15. EXIT

Exits from the menu or sub-menu and cancel any functions in progress if applicable.

16. LANG

Shows the list of available audio languages.

17. PAUSE

Freezes the picture on the TV screen. If pressed again the picture will resume.

18. EPG

Shows the Electronic Program Guide during No-menu state only.

19. SOUND

Selects sound mode to either stereo or mono.

3. Connections

3.1 Connecting to your TV & VCR

Warning:

If you are not sure how to connect your receiver, do not take the risk of doing it yourself. Ask your Strong dealer to do it for you. They are specially trai ne d b y our technicians and can get the best performance out of your receiver. Although there are enthusiasts who can do the installation of a satellite receiver unit themselves, it usually needs good knowledge of the recepti on technologies, and requires specialised equipment. Do not hesitate to ask any questions you have to your Strong dealer about installing your receiver. It is possible to connect the receiver through the use of UHF coaxial cables, SCART cables, and/or so called Audio/Video cables with RCA connectors.

3.1.1 Basic connection with a coaxial cable

• Connect the satellite signal from the LNB to the LNB IN connector.

• Connect the TV/VCR con nector at the back of the receiver to the ANT IN

connector on your TV set.

• Optional: connect a UHF coaxial lead or cable antenna lead to the ANT input connector at the back of the receiver.

3.1.2 Basic connection with a Scart cable

• Connect the satellite signal from the LNB to the LNB IN connector.

• Connect the TV scart connector at the back of the receiver to the scart-in

connector on your TV set.

• Optional: connect a UHF coaxial lead or cable antenna lead to the ANT input connector at the back of the receiver.

3.1.3 Advanced connection

• Connect the satellite signal from the LNB to the LNB IN connector.

• Connect the TV scart connector at the back of the receiver to the scart-in

connector on your TV set.

• Connect the VCR scart connector at the back of the receiver to the scart-in connector on your VCR set.

• Connect a UHF coaxial lead or cable antenna lead to the ANT input connector at the back of the receiver.

• Connect a coaxial cable to the TV/VCR connector at the back of the receiver. Connect the other end of this coaxial cable to the ANT IN connector of your VCR.

• Connect the TV OUT connector of your VCR to the ANT IN connector of your TV set with a coaxial cable.

• Optional: Connect the audio left and right RCA-plugs (Red and White) on the back of your receiver to the left and right input of an Audio amplifier, so you can enjoy the excellent quality of the sound that is produced by your Strong receiver.

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