Strong SRT 6155 User Manual

PART 1 • English

Thank you for choosing this Strong satellite receiver. This receiver is of our latest development and it is designed to be capable of safely install your receiver and to achieve its optimum performance.

1.0 Usage

This user manual is applicable for Strong SRT 6155 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.

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1.1 Safety Instructions 5

1.2 Features & Accessories 5

1.3 Safety Precautions 6

1.4 Storage 6

1.5 Equipment Set-up 6

2.0 Your Receiver 7

2.1 Front Panel 7

2.2 Rear Panel 7

3.0 Connections 8

3.1 Connecting to your TV & VCR 8

3.1.1 Basic connection with a coaxial cable 8

3.1.2 Basic connection with a Scart cable 8

3.1.3 Advanced connection 8

3.1.4 Connection with Audio Cable RCA Connectors 8

3.1.5 Connection to a digital audio amplifier using the S/PDIF output 8

3.1.6 Connecting a remote eye 9

3.1.7 Connecting a serial cable for downloading software 9

3.2 Connecting to a satellite dish 9

3.2.1 Connecting a fixed satellite dish to your receiver 9

3.2.2 Connecting multiple fixed dishes to your receiver using a DiSEqC1.0 switch 9

3.2.3 Connecting a dish on a motorized positioner to your receiver 9

4.0 Starting up 9

4.1 Starting up for the First Time 9

4.2 Dish aimed at other satellites 10

5.0 Basic settings 10

5.1 Main Menu 10

5.1.1 Channel Organizer Menu 10

5.1.2 Favourite Organizer Menu 12

5.1.3 The Timer Menu 12

5.1.4 The Installation Menu 12

5.1.4.1 System Set-up Menu 13

5.1.4.2 LNB Set-up 14

5.1.4.3 Channel Set-up 15

5.1.4.3.1 Positioner Set-up 16

5.1.4.4 Parental Lock - Changing PIN Code 17

5.1.5 Games 17

6.0 Basic functions - Remote controle 18

A.1 Trouble Shooting 20 A.2 Glossary of terms 21

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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 installing 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 6155 Digital Satellite Receiver:

 Easy to use Graphic MENU Interface;  Multi-lingual support on screen Menu: English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Turkish, Swedish,

Slavic, Slovak, Hungarian, Czech, Bulgarian, Romanian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Polish;

 RS 232 port for updating control software and additional services;  Supports DiSEqC 1.0/1.1/1.2.  2-SCART Connectors (TV, VCR);  3RCA Connectors (CVBS, Audio Left/Right)  Multi-Language function (Menu, Audio);  IR sensor-connector for connecting an external remote eye to control the receiver (available as accessory);  Front Panel Buttons;  Editing Functions (TV or Radio Channel, Channel Name, PID, Transponder Name);  EPG (Electronic Program Guide) for on screen channel information;  Over 4000 channels memory capacity;  Memory for Multi-satellite reception (up to 64);  Four Favourite lists, for both TV and Radio;  3 Operation Modes (Digital TV, Digital Radio, Favourite);  LNB, 13/18V, 0/22 KHz Tone;  Receives QPSK Satellite Broadcasting I.F. Signal and Decodes the Digitally Encoded Signal;  Digital Tuner with Loop-through output;  SCPC/MCPC Receivable from C/KU-band Satellite;  MPEG-2 Main Profile at Main Level  Teletext (800 pages memory) ;

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 Channel Memory: about 2900 Digital TV Channels, about 1400 Radio Channels;  Supports software downloading via satellite (O.T.A.);  S/PDIF output for connection with a digital audio amplifier.

Accessories

 User's Manual;  Remote contol unit;  2x Batteries (AAA type);  Warranty Card;  Remote Eye: The external remote eye is an optional accessory.

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 are 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 personnel;  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 returning it under warranty make sure to store the receiver in its original packaging with its accessories. Failing to comply with such packaging procedures could void your warranty.

1.5 Equipment Set-up

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

 Refer to the user manual of your TV and dish;  Make sure that the SCART cable is in a good condition;  Make sure that the SCART 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.

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2.0 Your Receiver

2.1 Front Panel

(Please see inside cover Figure 1)

1. Power Button

Turns the receiver ON/OFF.

2. Stand-BY/ ON/ SIGNAL (3 LEDs)

The red LED is the “stand-by” indicator. The green LED is the “Power On” indicator. The orange LED lights up once you correctly receive a satellite signal (signal locked).

3. UP/DOWN Buttons

Move the cursor UP/DOWN in Menu state. Changes the channels UP/DOWN in no menu state.

4. LED Display

This 4-digit LED panel indicates the time or the program number.

2.2 Rear Panel (Please see inside cover Figure 2)

1. SAT IN (LNB IN)

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

2. SAT OUT

Gives you the possibility to connect an extra receiver (analogue or digital).

3. AUDIO Right (Red RCA) and Left (White RCA)

These connectors give you the possibility to connect the audio signal to an external amplifier or to the audio input of your TV.

4. VIDEO (Yellow RCA)

This connector has a constant video signal for additional VCR-connections

5. TV Scart Connector

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

6. VIDEO 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. IR SENSOR

Use this connector to connect an external remote eye if you wish to store your receiver in a place where the IR on your receiver cannot communicate with the remote. For example, if you wish to put your receiver in a closed environment such as a well ventilated closet, then this accessory will be useful because it can allow the remote control to control the receiver through the remote eye.

8. RS 232 Serial Port

This serial port can be used to connect your PC to your receiver, and enables you to download new versions of software into your receiver. Detailed information about downloading software into your receiver can be found on our website (www.strongsat.com).

Note

: It is recommended to ONLY use the original software provided via our website. Loading other versions of software not

adapted to your model number can cause severe damage to your receiver, and will not be covered by the warranty.

9. Input Antenna

RF Modulator (female part). If you have cable TV or if you have an outdoor antenna, then you can connect the RF cable coming from the antenna or wall connector to this ANT input. If you use a scart cable to connect the receiver to your TV, the additional antenna can be put directly into your TV.

10. To TV

RF Modulator (male part). If you do not use a scart cable to connect your receiver to your TV, or if you have connected a cable to the ANT input, you will have to use this connector to connect the receiver to your TV by using a coaxial cable.

11. S/PDIF

Use this coaxial output to connect your receiver to the input of your digital audio amplifier.

12. Power Cord

Your receiver requires a mains voltage supply of 90~240V AC (Auto-selectable), 50~60Hz+/-5%. Make sure to check the power specification of the wall outlet before connecting your receiver to the main power.

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