3.5 Connecting to a digital A/V receiver and TV using HDMI 5
3.6 Connecting an external USB storage device 5
4.0 STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME 6
4.1 Antenna Adjustment 6
5.0 QUICK GUIDE TO USING YOUR RECEIVER 6
5.1 Changing channels 7
5.2 Adjusting volume and audio 7
5.3 Info Banner 7
5.4 Electronic TV Programme Guide (EPG) 8
5.5 Selecting the subtitle language 8
5.6 Displaying Teletext 8
5.7 Using external USB storage devices 9
6.0 MAIN MENU 9
6.1 Programme Organizer 9
6.2 Channel search 10
6.3 System Setup 11
6.4 Tools 13
6.5 Multimedia 15
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 16
8.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 18
9.0 APPENDIX 19
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STRONG declares that this item complies with the basic requirements and other relevant regulations of directives CE 2004/108/EC
and 73/23/EC, RoHS 2002/95/EC
If the receiver does not operate normally, even after strictly following the instructions in this user manual,
it is recommended to consult your local dealer or contact the service support.
1.2 Storage
Your receiver and its accessories are stored and delivered in a packaging designed to protect against electric
shocks and moisture. When unpacking it, make sure that all the parts are included and keep the packaging
away from children. When transporting the receiver from one place to another or if you are returning it under
warranty conditions, make sure to repack the receiver in its original packaging with its accessories. Failing to
comply with such packaging procedures could damage the product and void your warranty.
1.3 Equipment Set-up
We recommend you consult a professional installer to set up your equipment. Otherwise, please follow
the instructions below:
This manual provides complete instructions for installing and using this receiver. The following symbols
will serve as follow:
WARNING:Indicates warning information.
In a closed or poorly ventilated cabinet; directly on top of or under any other equipment; on a
surface which might obstruct the ventilation slots.
To direct sunlight or any other equipment that generates heat; to rain or intense moisture; to
intense vibration and to any shock which may cause permanent damage to your receiver or to
any magnetic objects, such as loudspeakers, transformers, etc.
Do not use a damaged power cord. It may cause a fire or an electric shock. Do not touch a
power cord with wet hands. It may cause an electric shock.
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 alcohol or ammonia based liquids to clean the receiver. 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. Make sure no foreign objects fall through
the ventilation slots because this could cause fire or an electric shock.
Do not place any objects on top of the receiver because this might prevent proper cooling of
the components inside.
Never open the receiver cover. It is dangerous to touch the inside of the receiver due to high
voltages. Opening the receiver will void the warranty of the product. Refer all maintenance or
servicing to suitably qualified personnel.
When you are connecting cables, be sure that the receiver is disconnected from the mains
supply voltage. Wait a few seconds after switching off the receiver before you move the
receiver or disconnect any equipment.
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. Please ensure that the
electrical power supply corresponds with the voltage on the electrical identification plate at
the back of the receiver.
Refer to the user manual of your TV and your antenna.
Make sure that the three RCA/HDMI cable(s) and outdoor components are in a good condition
and all the connectors are well shielded and of good quality.
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NOTE: Indicates any other additional important or helpful information.
MENU Represents a button on the remote control or the receiver.
(Bold Characters)
Move toRepresents a menu item within a window.
(Italic Characters)
WARNING:The batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, electrically short-circuited, be
mixed or used with other types of batteries.
If rechargeable accumulators instead of batteries are going to be used, we recommend using (e.g. NiMH)
types with low self-discharge to ensure long time operation of the remote control.
1.5 Usage of external USB devices
It is recommended to use USB 2.0 storage devices. If your device is not compatible to USB
2.0 specifications, multimedia functions and video playback with your receiver may not work
properly.
If you are going to use external USB HDD (Hard Disk Drive) please consider that the power
specifications may exceed the supported output of your receiver (5V/500 mA). If so, please
connect your USB HDD to a suitable external power adapter.
STRONG cannot guarantee compatibility to all types of USB storage devices.
It is advised not to store important information on USB storage devices used with the receiver.
Always make backups of data on your USB storage device before using it with this receiver.
STRONG will not take responsibility for any loss of information or circumstances caused by loss
of information.
Please ensure that the USB device is already formatted to FAT/FAT32 or NTFS. If this is not the
case, please format the USB device via your PC or notebook.
2.0 YOUR RECEIVER
2.1 Front panel
Fig. 1
1. Standby button:Switches the receiver between Standby (off) and operating mode.
2. Standby indicator: Lights up in green in operating mode and red in standby mode.
3. Infrared sensor:Receives signals from the remote control.
2.2 Rear panel
Fig. 2
1. ANT IN To connect to your aerial using a standard antenna cable.
2. TO TVTo connect to your TV or additional receiver via a standard antenna cable.
3. AUDIO L/RTo connect to the audio input of TV, VCR or your HIFI using an RCA cable.
4. VIDEOTo connect to the RCA video input of your TV or VCR using an RCA cable.
5. S/PDIFTo connect to a digital home theatre or audio amplifier using an audio
cinch cable.
6. USBConnect your USB storage device (stick, HDD, etc.) to this port
7. HDMITo connect to the HDMI input of your TV using a good quality HDMI cable.
8. POWER CORDTo connect your receiver to the local power supply system, supporting
a voltage range of ~ 100 – 240 V 50/60 Hz.
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2.3 Remote control
1. qTo switch the receiver between standby and working mode
2. ! To disable/enable the audio outputs of the receiver.
3. 09In viewing mode: to switch to a channel by entering its number
In menu mode: to enter numeric values
4. AVNo function
5. TV/RToggles between TV and RADIO mode
6. MENUTo access the main menu
7. EXITExits from a menu, sub-menu or cancels actions
8. p/qIn viewing mode: to change to the next/previous channel
In menu and channel list mode: to move the cursor up/down.
9. t/uIn viewing mode: to decrease/increase the volume
In menu mode: for navigation and to change settings in specific menus
10. OKIn viewing mode: to open the channel list or confirm displayed messages
In menu mode: to open the menus and to confirm settings or changes
11. EPGTo enter the Electronic Programme Guide.
12. Shows the current channel information (2x extended info)
13. V+/VTo increase/decrease the volume level
14. FAVOpens the favourite group selection
15. AUDIOTo open the list of audio languages and settings
16. ZOOMTo zoom into a specific area of a video, further pressing increases the
zoom factor and zoom modes
17. P+/PIn viewing mode: to switch through the channels
In menu/channel list: to scroll page up/down
18. RED/V.FIn viewing mode: to switch the resolution between 576i, 576p, 720p
1080i and 1080p (50 Hz)
In menu and Teletext mode: it depends on the menu context
19. GREEN/TEXTIn viewing mode: to open the Teletext (if broadcasted)
In menu and Teletext mode: it depends on the menu context
20. YELLOW/SUBIn viewing mode: to select a subtitle language
In menu and Teletext mode: it depends on the menu context
21. BLUE/RCLIn viewing mode: to toggle between the two last watched channels
In menu and Teletext mode: it depends on the menu context
22. 2In viewing mode: to pause the TV picture
In multimedia mode: to pause playback of a file
23. : For multimedia playback: to start playback of the previous file
24. " For multimedia playback: to start playback of the next file
29. 3For multimedia playback: to stop playback of a file
2.4 Installing the batteries
Open the cover on the remote control and insert 2 AAA batteries into the compartment.
Correct position of the polar diagram shows the batteries inside the compartment.
1. Open the cover 2. Insert the batteries 3. Close the lid
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
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WARNING: The batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, electrically short-circuited, be
mixed or used with other types of batteries.
If rechargeable accumulators instead of batteries are going to be used, we recommend using (e.g. NiMH)
types with low self-discharge to ensure long time operation of remote control.
2.5 Using the remote control
Fig. 5
To use the remote control, point it towards the front of your receiver. The remote control supports a
range of up to 7 meters distance to the receiver at an angle of up to approx. +-30 degrees.
NOTE:Managing the receiver will be limited or not possible if there are obstacles between the remote
control sensor (at the front panel of the receiver) and the remote control. Direct sunlight or very
bright light can reduce or disturb the reception of the remote control signals.
3.0 CONNECTIONS
WARNING: Please make sure that connection devices are disconnected from their main power
supplies before connecting these to the receiver.
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3.1 Connecting to your aerial antenna
To receive digital broadcasted signals, your receiver has to be connected to a terrestrial indoor or
outdoor antenna. Use the antenna cable to connect the aerial with the ANT IN connector on the back of
your receiver. Please ensure that a properly shielded antenna cable and suitable connectors are used.
The TO TV connector allows you to loop the antenna signal to a second receiver or TV set.
Fig. 6
3.2 Connecting to TV with HDMI cable
We recommend connecting your TV set with the receiver using a good quality HDMI 1.3 or higher cable
(not included). This connection supports the highest possible quality.
Fig. 6
3.3 Connecting to TV with a cinch cable
Your receiver is also equipped with Audio L, R and VIDEO connectors. As an alternative, use these connections
if your TV set doesn’t have an HDMI connector. Use a cinch cable to establish the connection.
Fig. 6
3.4 Connecting to a digital audio amplifier
By connecting your receiver to a digital amplifier or home theatre system, you can enjoy the best possible
sound quality and multi-channel audio (depending on broadcast). Connect your Digital Audio Amplifier or
home theatre system with a suitable cable to the S/PDIF connector on the back of the receiver.
Fig. 6
3.5 Connecting to a digital A/V receiver and TV using HDMI
By connecting your receiver to an A/V receiver or enhanced digital home theatre system with HDMI, you
will enjoy the best possible sound and picture quality as well as multi-channel audio too (depending
on broadcast). Connect the HDMI output of the receiver to the corresponding input of your A/V system
and then connect the HDMI output of the A/V receiver or home theatre system to your TV set. Select the
correct input on your A/V system to watch and listen to programmes. If your TV set already supports DD
audio we recommend you to use the direct connection as described above in chapter 3.2.
Fig. 7
3.6 Connecting an external USB storage device
Fig. 6
NOTE: For details to consider when using a USB storage device please refer to chapter 1.5.
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4.0 STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME
Ensure that your connections are properly setup. In case of difficulties or questions, please ask your local
dealer or service for assistance. It is recommended to follow the Installation Guide step by step. It will
guide you through the basic installation and channel searching process. It will enable you to enjoy digital
HD broadcasts just within a few minutes.
Start by selecting your language using t/u. After selecting your language, press q to move the
highlight to Region. Select your region by using the t/u buttons.
Display Mode: Use t/u to switch the HDMI resolution to the desired value. If your TV set
Aspect Mode: Use this option to select the aspect ratio of your TV set and the preferred
Antenna Power: Set to On if you use an active antenna. When set to On, 5 V will be present on
Move the highlight to Next and press OK to continue when all settings have been made.
The receiver will now advance to the Antenna Adjustment screen.
4.1 Antenna Adjustment
In this menu you can adjust the antenna in order to ensure the best signal quality.
Band: Allows you to select the frequency range according to your local broadcast
Frequency channel: Select a channel/frequency that broadcasts digital TV channels in the region
Now you can adjust your aerial antenna position to get the best signal quality and strength indication
displayed on the screen.
Afterwards press q to move the highlight to Search and press OK to start the channel scan process.
The receiver will start searching for channels. Information about the scanned frequency, found TV and
radio channels and channel scan progress will be displayed on screen. The receiver will tune on the first
found TV channel when the channel scan is completed.
NOTE:If the receiver hasn’t found any channels at the end of the channel scan, maybe your
doesn’t support a specific resolution you will see black picture, but to recover
you can use t/u for switching to the next or previous resolution.
conversion method. The options are: Auto (automatic detection of aspect ratio), 4:3 Panscan (Displays 16:9 broadcasts full screen and cut upper and lower parts of 16:9
video on your 4:3 TV), 4:3 letterbox (black bars on top and under the picture on a 4:3
TV) and 16:9 Wide Screen or 16:9 PillarBox (Displays 4:3 broadcast with back pillars at
left and right sides on your 16:9 TV) for 16:9 TV sets.
the ANT IN connector of the receiver. Select Off for passive antennas or when
connected to a house distribution system.
conditions. The default adjusted UHF range is the mostly used one, so we
recommend not to change this setting. If you know that the VHF range is used
in your country you can select it with t/u.
where you live.
antenna is not correctly installed/aligned. To ensure good results and the proper
antenna configuration, refer to qualified professionals.
5.0 QUICK GUIDE TO USING YOUR RECEIVER
We at STRONG understand that you can’t wait to enjoy your new high definition digital terrestrial
receiver. The following quick guide will help you getting familiar with the basic operation of this device.
We do, however, advice you to read the full manual to get the best performance from your receiver.
To switch your receiver ON or in Standby, use the q button on the remote control or on the front panel of
your receiver.
If you do not use the receiver for a long time, unplug it from the mains by unplugging the power plug
from the outlet.
NOTE: 5 min after switching the receiver to Standby it will enter the deep sleep mode. Within
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this time the receiver is able to start up quickly. Starting up from deep sleep takes
approx. 40 sec.
5.1 Changing channels
There are different ways to change channels with your new receiver:
Via direct access using the 0~9 buttons.
Via the channel list through the OK button.
Via the p/q or P+ and P buttons.
5.1.1 Direct access
To directly access a channel, simply enter its number with the 0~9 buttons on the remote control. Channel
numbers can be up to four digits long. Entering a number with less than four digits is possible. Just wait a few
seconds and your receiver will switch to the channel number or just press OK after inserting.
5.1.2 Channel list
Press OK in viewing mode to display the channel list. Use p/q in the list to highlight your preferred channel
and press OK to switch to this channel. To scroll to the next or previous 9 channels you can also use the P+/P
buttons. Using the t/u buttons allows you to toggle between the TV and radio channel list.
To directly change from TV to radio mode press the TV/R button.
By pressing the FAV button in viewing mode you can open the FAV group selection, if a favourite list has
been created. If more than one FAV list has been created then you can use the t/u buttons to toggle
between the different FAV groups: Movies, News, Sports and Music.
5.1.3 Using p/q or P+/P-
p switches to the next channel.
q switches to the previous channel.
P+ switches to the next channel.
P switches to the previous channel.
5.2 Adjusting volume and audio
To adjust the volume you can use the V+/V or t/u buttons. To mute the audio output, use !, to enable
the audio output again, press ! again.
Some channels support a choice of different audio formats and/or languages. To select another audio
language, press AUDIO in viewing mode. A list with available audio languages will be displayed. Use
p/q to select the desired language and confirm with OK. The audio channel as stereo, mono left and
mono right can be selected with the t/u buttons.
5.3 Info Banner
Every time you switch to a channel, the info banner is displayed. While watching TV you can press the i
button to display it again to access information about the current channel and event. Press i twice for
detailed programme and technical information.
5.3.1 Standard information banner
The following information will be provided:
Channel number and name
Current date and time
Start and end time of the current event*
Start and end time of the next event *
Icons, showing the presence of additional services provided and some properties of this
channel:
— The channel is broadcasted in standard definition resolution.
— The channel is broadcast in high definition resolution.
— Green colour indicates the presence of Teletext.
— Green colour indicates the presence of DVB subtitles.
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— Green colour indicates that this an encrypted channel.
— Green colour indicates that the channel is locked via channel lock.
— Indicates that the current aspect ratio is broadcasted in 4:3 format.
— Indicates that the current aspect ratio is broadcasted in 16:9 format.
— Green colour indicates the presence of Dolby Digital audio stream.
— Green colour indicates the presence of subtitles for the hearing impaired.
The information banner is automatically removed from the screen after a certain time, specified by the
setting for Banner timeout within the Time Setting menu. For details refer to chapter 6.3.3.
NOTE: Event information will be displayed when available. Availability depends on the broadcast.
5.3.2 Extended information banner
To display extended information press
The following information will be provided:
To exit press
NOTE:Event information will be displayed when available. Availability depends on the broadcast.
On top of the frame you will see the name of the channel.
Below you will find the frequency, bandwidth and signal indicators of the channel.
In the 2nd half of the screen you will find the event description. Use t/u to switch between
the current Now and Next event. If the complete information exceeds the displayed area use
p/q in order to read.
or EXIT.
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again, or twice from viewing mode.
i
5.4 Electronic TV Programme Guide (EPG)
This function gives you the opportunity to view the programme schedules of digital terrestrial channels
for up to 7 days. To open the EPG, press EPG in viewing mode.
Use p/q to select a channel and t/u to select an event. Press i to display the detailed information of
the selected event. You can use p/q to scroll the text and EXIT to close this information.
For fast navigating press BLUE to show events taking place the next day at the same time. From this
moment on you can also use the YELLOW button to go back to the previous day. Alternatively you can
also move from one day to another one by using the t/u buttons across the events. It is not possible to
view information about past programmes.
To choose an event for watching, press OK to open the timer settings. The detailed timer setup is
described in chapter 6.4.1.
After the timer has been set up press EXIT to return to the EPG.
NOTE: Event information will be displayed when available. Availability depends on the broadcast.
5.5 Selecting the subtitle language
Press SUB in viewing mode to display a list of available subtitle languages. Use p/q to select the
preferred language and confirm with OK. Please consider that this function supports DVB and TXT
subtitles and this selection is only displaying them temporarily. Subtitles may not be supported by every
channel/broadcaster. Additionally please set your preferred subtitle language as described in chapter
6.3.1 Language Setting.
5.6 Displaying Teletext
To open the Teletext, press the GREEN (TEXT) button in viewing mode. Use the 09 buttons to enter a
page number. The coloured buttons allow you to jump directly to the pages as indicated in the bottom
line. You can also use the p/q buttons to select the next/previous page. With the t/u buttons you can
select sub-pages. Press EXIT to close the Teletext.
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5.7 Using external USB storage devices
We strongly recommend you to carefully read and follow the specified points mentioned in chapter 1.5
Usage of external USB devices!
Further please consider these points whilst using your receiver with an external USB storage device:
Before you disconnect the USB device from the receiver, we recommend using the Remove the
USB device function which is available in several menus of your receiver. If you have removed
the USB device unintentionally, then please connect it again.
Well functioning multimedia playback is highly depending on the data rate supported by
the connected USB device. Especially for playback of video files and loading high resolution
pictures, a reading speed of min. 10 - 15 Mbit/sec is required. As high data rates are not
supported by all types of USB devices it is necessary to ensure that the used USB device can
fulfil this requirement. Mostly such data can be found at the website or specification sheet of
the USB device manufacturer.
6.0 MAIN MENU
The main menu gives you access to specific settings and multimedia functions. To access the main menu,
press MENU in viewing mode. The main menu consists of the following sub menus: Program Organizer,
Channel Search, System Setup, Tools and Multimedia.
Use EXIT in the main menu to get back to the previous menu.
6.1 Programme Organizer
Press MENU and use t/u to select the Program Organizer and press OK.
You will see the following submenus displayed: Channel Manager, Channel Sort and Delete all.
Use p/q to select a submenu and press OK or u to access.
6.1.1 Channel Manager
The channel manager allows you to move, skip, lock, delete and add channels to the favourite list. To
access this menu you will need to enter your PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000.
Now your TV channel list will be shown. To switch between the TV and radio list use t/u. To navigate
within the list, use the p/q buttons.
MoveTo move a channel to a new position, use the p/q buttons to select the
channel, then press the RED button. Now next to the channel’s name the
symbol is displayed. This indicates that this channel can be moved to another
position. To do so, use the p/q buttons to move it to the desired position and
press OK to confirm. Proceed like this for any other channels you wish to move.
You can also correct the channel selection for moving when you press the RED
button again.
SkipTo skip a channel while switching through the channel list, use the p/q
buttons to select the channel, then press the GREEN button. Now next to the
channel’s name the symbol will be displayed. After that, channels marked
with will be ignored when switching through channels in the viewing
mode. Proceed like this for any other channels you wish to skip. You can
also correct the channel selection when you press the GREEN button again.
Channels marked for skipping will stay accessible within the channel list.
LockTo lock a channel in the channel list, use the p/q buttons to select the
channel, then press the YELLOW button. Now next to the channel’s name the
symbol will be displayed. After that channels marked with will request
entering of the PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000 when switching to it. Proceed
like this for any other channels you wish to lock. You can also correct the
channel lock when you press the YELLOW button again.
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Delete To delete a channel use the p/q buttons to select the channel, then press the
Add channel to favourite lists
6.1.2 Channel Sort
This menu allows you to sort channels by the following methods:
By LCN:The channels will be sorted according to the LCN (Logical Channel Numbering)
By Service Name: The channels will be sorted in alphabetical order.
By Frequency: The channels will be sorted in ascending order of the frequency on which they
By Operator: The channels will be sorted by the operator ID.
6.1.3 Delete All
Use this menu carefully! It will delete all of the stored channels and settings! To execute this function it
will be requested to enter the PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000. After you have performed this action you
will be guided to the Installation Guide again!
WARNING: The Delete all function will permanently delete all of the stored channels and settings
BLUE button. Now you’ll be asked if you want to delete this channel. Press OK
to confirm or EXIT to cancel. The channel(s) you delete from the channel list
will be removed permanently, also if this channel is part of the favourite list.
To add a channel to a favourite group, use the p/q buttons to select the
channel, then press the FAV button. Now the favourite group selection will
be displayed. Select the group to which the channel should be added with
p/q and press OK. The selected channel will be marked with the v symbol.
Additionally you can also select another favourite group where to add this
channel. To do so, press OK at the other group as well. When you have added
this channel to the desired group(s), press EXIT to go back to the channel list.
There you can proceed like this to add other channels to favourite groups.
You can also remove a channel from a favourite group by pressing the FAV
button again and selecting the group it is part of. Then press OK to remove the
symbol and the channel will be removed from this (these) favourite group(s).
system, which may be broadcasted in your area. If the operator doesn’t support
LCN your channel numbers will start by channel number 800, otherwise the LCN
channels will be sorted in regional order starting with 1. None LCN channels can be
found again starting with number 800. Further the LCN method will allow you to
save the strongest channels broadcasted in your area, only.
are broadcasted.
from your receiver!
6.2 Channel search
Within the menu Channel Search you can adjust your search settings and perform an automatic or
manual channel search. Press MENU and use t/u to select Channel Search, then press OK. You will see
the following submenus displayed: Search Setup, Auto Search and Manual Search.
Use p/q to select a submenu and press OK or u to access.
6.2.1 Search Setup
In the menu Search setup you can set the Antenna Power and the country in which you live.
Country: Use the t/u buttons to change the country.
Antenna Power: If you use an antenna which can be amplified (i.e. an active indoor/outdoor
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antenna) and it requires a voltage of 5 V and doesn’t consume more than
50 mA, then you can set the Antenna power to On. If you use an antenna
without an amplifier or your antenna is already amplified by an external power
supply or if you are using an antenna from a house distribution system, please
keep Antenna power Off.
6.2.2 Auto Search
After selecting this menu and pressing OK you will be asked to enter the PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000
in order to update the current channel list. If you don’t want to perform a full channel scan you can press
EXIT to cancel. After entering the PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000 the receiver will perform an automatic
channel search through all frequencies and after finishing this process it will update the channel list.
During the search process the receiver will display the progress bar, the currently scanned frequency and
the channel names. The receiver will add all new found channels to the channel list.
6.2.3 Manual search
In this menu you can search for channels on a specific frequency or channel. This menu requires
knowledge of some parameters in order to search on the correct channel/frequency in your area.
Scan mode:Use t/u to choose between By Channel and By Frequency.
If you set scan mode By Channel then following items are available:
Band: Use t/u to choose UHF (Ultra High Frequency) or VHF (Very High Frequency).
Frequency channel: Select a frequency channel on which you would like to search for the channels.
If you set scan mode By Frequency then following items are available:
Frequency: Use 09 to enter frequency on which you would like to search for channels.
Band: For the VHF frequency band commonly used 7 MHz, for UHF frequency 8 MHz is used.
The signal level and quality indicators will help you make sure you have signal on the selected frequency
channel or frequency entered, as well as to adjust the antenna, if necessary.
After you have entered the settings correctly you will need to select Search (directly above the signal bars)
and press OK. The receiver will start to search for the channels and if channels with your entered parameters
are available, they will be added to the channel list. If your search process does not deliver the desired result,
please contact the local service or check reliable websites/magazines if the entered values are correct.
6.3 System Setup
Press MENU and use t/u to select System Setup, then press OK. Following submenus will be displayed:
Language Setting, Output Setting, Time Setting, Auto Standby, Parental Guidance and Reset Factory default.
Use p/q to select a submenu and press OK or u to access.
6.3.1 Language Setting
In this menu you can set the preferred language for the menu, audio and subtitles.
OSD Language: Use t/u to select your preferred menu language.
Audio Language: Digital TV allows transmitting of more than one audio track/language. If a
channel carries multiple audio tracks/languages, the receiver will automatically
select the suitable audio track/language according to your selection.
Subtitle Language: This setting allows you to define the preferred language for subtitles. Use t/u
to select your preferred subtitle language and the receiver will automatically
display the subtitles this language (if available). If you do not want to display
subtitles, then set the setting to Off.
NOTE:Subtitles will be displayed when available. Availability depends on the local broadcast.
Please also consider that events can contain “built in” subtitles which can’t be disabled.
6.3.2 Output Setting
In this menu you can set the output parameters of the receiver according to the connected TV set and if
applicable for the connected audio amplifier.
TV Mode:Use t/u to select your preferred mode. Commonly the PAL standard is used,
but it might be that you need to use the setting NTSC. We recommend referring
to the user manual of your TV set to check the correct setting.
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Screen Mode: Use t/u to adjust this setting in accordance with the aspect ratio of your TV
HDMI Output: Allows you to change the resolution of the HDMI output. If the connected TV
Loop out in stand-by: This allows to by-pass the antenna signal to the ANT OUT connector, where
Digital audio: Use t/u to adjust this setting in accordance to the used audio equipment. To
6.3.3 Time Setting
This menu allows you to specify the method for synchronising of date and time and you can set the
duration for displaying the information banner.
Time Offset: Use t/u to choose Auto to automatically synchronise time and time zone with
Region: Use t/u to set your specific country.
Time Zone: This setting is only available when the Time Offset is set to Manual. You can
Summer Time: Use t/u to select On or Off according to your local season.
Banner Time OUT: Use t/u to choose between the available settings: 3s, 4s, 5s, 6s, 7s, 8s, 9s and 10s.
6.3.4 Auto Standby
Auto Standby is a new feature that helps you reduce power consumption. When Activation is set to On,
the receiver will switch to standby if it doesn’t receive any commands for three hours. Set Auto Standby to
Off to deactivate this function. When the setting is On you can set the Duration Before Standby: Available
settings are: 1 Hour - 12 Hours with steps of one hour.
set (4:3 or 16:9) and the preferred conversion. Options are: Auto (automatic
detection of aspect ratio), 4:3 Panscan (displays 16:9 broadcasts full screen and
cut upper and lower parts of 16:9 video on your 4:3 TV), 4:3 letterbox (displays
16:9 widescreen broadcasts with black bars on top and under the picture on a
4:3 TV). For a modern 16:9 TV set following options can be set: 16:9 Wide Screen,
16:9 PillarBox (4:3 broadcasts will be shown with black vertical bars on the left
and right side of the image) and 16:9 Pan&Scan. We recommend trying these
settings in order to find the option that suits you best. Do not forget about the
possibility to control the TV format via the menu of your TV set.
does not support the newly set resolution, then you will see a black screen. In
this case, wait for 10-15 seconds without pressing any button on the remote
control of the receiver, and the previous value will be recovered automatically.
you may have an additional TV set/receiver connected, in order to receive
analogue/digital broadcasts there too.
loop the digital audio through HDMI or S/PDIF to a connected amplifier, home
theatre or other equipment able to decode AAC and AC3, set RAW HDMI ON.
If neither your TV set nor any other connected audio equipment supports
decoding of AAC and AC3, set RAW HDMI OFF.
the broadcast, or Manual, to specify the time zone manually.
use t/u to set the time zone, if the automatic settings in your region are not
supported by the broadcast.
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6.3.5 Parental Control
After selecting this menu and pressing OK you will be asked to enter the PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000.
This menu allows you to use the EPG based parental rating system, given this is supported by the local
broadcast.
Age:Use t/u to change these settings. Following rates are available: OFF (to
disable the function), 04, 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 and 18.
Whenever switching through channels which submit EPG based parental rate
and the rate of the current broadcast is below the adjusted rate, you will have
to enter your PIN code.
EXAMPLE:Your youngest child is 7 years old, so you have adjusted a rate of 07. You are switching
to a channel which is not foreseen for an age below 10 years, so at this channel you will
have to enter the PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000.
6.3.6 Reset Factory Default
This option allows you to reset the receiver to the factory settings, which clears all stored channels and
settings.
WARNING:By resetting your receiver to the factory default, all your settings and stored channels
will be permanently deleted. Please use this option with care
After selecting this menu item and pressing OK you will be asked to enter the PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000. After you have performed this action you will be guided to the Installation Guide again!
If necessary, you can change the PIN code. To change the PIN code, please enter the Tools menu, see
chapter 6.4.3 of this manual.
6.4 Tools
Press MENU and use t/u to select Tools then press OK. Following submenus will be displayed: Timers,
Information, Change Password, USB Upgrade, OAD Upgrade and Remove USB device.
Use p/q to select a submenu and press OK or u to access.
6.4.1 Timer
The timer function allows you to turn the receiver on and off according to the defined settings. Timers can be
set from the EPG in the most convenient way but you can also set timers manually through this menu.
In the menu Schedule, a summary of the configured timers will be displayed: number, channel name,
date, start and end time, repeat and timer status.
NOTE:If no timers have been configured, the list will be empty.
You can add, change or delete a timer.
Add: To add a timer, press the RED button. In the new opened menu use t/up/q
and 09 to configure the settings for the event. After the settings have been made,
set the necessary parameters and press OK to apply the timer into the list.
Channel Type:Use t/u to select between TV and radio programmes (the radio option is not
available if there are no radio channels broadcasted/in the channel list).
Channel No.: Use t/u to select the channel number to which you want to switch.
Channel Name: Here the channel name will be shown according to the channel number in above.
Start Date: Use 09 to enter the date on which the timer should switch the receiver on.
Please consider the date format “dd/mm/yyyy.”
Start Time: Use 09 to enter the start time.
End Time: Use 09 to enter the end time.
Repeat: Use t/u to select in which cycle the timer should be repeated. Once - the
timer will switch ON once, after this the setting will be removed from timer list.
Daily - the timer will switch ON every day at the desired time. Weekly - the timer
will switch ON once a week at the desired time.
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In viewing mode, the receiver will notify you 10 seconds before a timer starts. You can confirm the timer
by pressing OK or you can cancel it with EXIT. If there is no input given, the timer will be executed. After
the timer event has been finished, the receiver switches to the channel which was watched before. If the
receiver was in standby, it automatically turns to standby again after the timer passed.
If you already have timers in the list you can use these functions as well:
Edit: If you wish to change some settings for an already present timer, use p/q to
Delete: For deleting a timer you don’t need anymore use the p/q buttons to select the
After your settings have been made as you like, you can leave the menu with EXIT.
6.4.2 Information
In the Information menu you can get information about the hardware and software version installed in
your receiver as well as further information about our website: www.strong.tv. Please open this menu
when you call our hotline or contact the support. The person who answers your call/email might ask for
the information given in this screen.
6.4.3 Change Password
In order to access certain functions of the receiver you need to enter a PIN code. This is done to prevent
changes of the receiver settings through persons who do not know the PIN code (e.g. children).
To change the PIN code to a new one it is required to enter your old (current) PIN DEFAULT PIN: 0000
by using 09 to enter, then enter the new PIN code and confirm it again.
6.4.4 Updating the software by USB
This feature allows you to upgrade receiver software via the USB port. When new software is available for
your receiver, it can be downloaded from our website www.strong.tv.
Place the software file (unzipped) into the root directory of your USB storage device (HDD, memory
stick etc.) and insert this device into the USB port of the receiver. Please consider that only USB devices
formatted in FAT or FAT32 file system will be detected and can be used for the update process.
Now select Upgrade by USB via the p/q buttons and press OK to proceed. If the USB device is detected
successfully, you’ll be asked to enter your PIN code DEFAULT PIN: 0000. The receiver will enter the
update process now and the progress information will be shown. Please wait until the update is finished!
After the update is completed, the receiver will reboot automatically.
WARNING:After the update the receiver restarts automatically! During this process NEVER
select the timer and press GREEN to open this timer. Afterwards you can define
the settings like described in above.
desired timer and press BLUE to delete it. A message will be shown where you can
press OK to confirm deletion or press EXIT if you wish to keep the timer.
disconnect the receiver from the main or switch power OFF! This can damage your
receiver and warranty will void!
6.4.5 Software update via terrestrial signals
Your receiver is able to update software through the digital terrestrial broadcast as well. Whether there is
a software version broadcasted in your area can be found out via your local support or dealer.
When you know that there currently is an update available, enter the menu OAD Upgrade in the Tools
menu and press OK to continue. The further steps will be shown on screen. Please read the instructions
carefully to update your receiver successfully!
During the update a progress banner will be displayed for your reference.
WARNING: During the update process NEVER disconnect the receiver from the main, switch power
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OFF or disconnect the antenna cable! This can damage your receiver and warranty will
void! After the update has been finished the receiver restarts automatically!
6.4.6 Remove the USB device
This menu item only appears if a USB device is connected. Select the menu and press OK to safely
remove the USB device from your receiver. Now you can disconnect the USB device after the message
USB device is removed disappears.
6.5 Multimedia
Press MENU and use t/u to select Multimedia, then press OK. Following submenus will be displayed:
Picture, Music, Movie, Photo Config and Movie Config.
Use p/q to select a submenu and press OK or u to access.
Before you can use the various multimedia functions of your receiver, please ensure that your USB device
is connected properly and that it is formatted in the required file system. This will enable you to view
pictures and play music and video files.
6.5.1 Picture
Your receiver supports photo files in the following formats: JPEG, BMP and PNG. To navigate in the list of
files and folders, use the p/q buttons. To open a folder press OK, when a picture is selected it is shown
in full screen mode. To get back to the list of files press EXIT. If you are currently in a subfolder, use the
RED button to access the parent folder. When a supported file has been selected, the receiver displays it
on the right side next to the list.
By pressing the GREEN button, the receiver will show the files in a small preview.
If you want to start the slide show press u and if you want to quit it press 3.
Settings for the slide show can be made in the menu Photo config, see chapter 6.5.4.
6.5.2 Music
Your receiver supports playback of music files in the following formats: MP3 and WMA.
To navigate in the list of files and folders, use the p/q buttons. To start playback of a music file press OK.
During playback, it is possible to perform following actions:
2: To pause playback.
5/6: For fast forward or fast rewind during playback
:/": To jump to playback of the previous or next file
3: To stop the playback function
Additionally you can use t/u and ! to adjust the volume.
With the GREEN button you can change the repetition mode between; 1 Once - the selected file will be
repeated randomly, Folder – the files in this folder will be repeated once and Folder Random – the files in
this folder will be repeated randomly. If you press the button again you will return to standard mode (no
repetition).
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6.5.3 Movie
Your receiver supports playback of movie files in the following formats: MPG, MPEG, TS, VOB, MP4, AVI,
MKV.
To navigate in the list of files and folders, use the p/q buttons. To start playback of a movie press OK, to
watch it in full screen mode press u.
During playback, it is possible to perform the following actions:
2: To pause playback.
5/6: For fast forward or fast rewind during playback
:/": To jump to playback of the previous or next file
3: To stop the playback function
GREEN: To change the repetition mode between; 1 Once - the selected file will be
AUDIO: Allows you to switch between the supported audio languages. If a file contains
SUB: Displays a list of subtitles, if available in the same folder for this movie.
: Displays technical details of the currently played file.
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YELLOW: Allows you to play a separate segment of the movie. Press this button once at
BLUE: Opens the GOTO function where you can enter a time at which you want to
Additionally you can use t/u and ! to adjust the volume.
6.5.4 Photo Config
This menu allows you to customise the settings for the slide show. Use t/u to change the Slide time. You
can change the Slide mode as well, it will change the effect between slides.
6.5.5 Movie Config
This menu allows you to customise the settings for the subtitle display. Use t/u to change and p/q to
select, in order to set your preferred colour, background and font colour.
6.5.6 Remove USB device
This menu item only appears if a USB device is connected. Select the menu item and press OK to safely
remove the USB device from your receiver. Now you can disconnect the USB device after the message
USB device is removed disappears.
repeated randomly, Folder – the files in this folder will be repeated once and Folder Random – the files in this folder will be repeated randomly. If you press
the button once again you will return to standard mode (no repetition).
more than one audio track, then each press of this button will switch to the
next audio track.
the time at which you want to start the repeat of a segment (the screen will
replay A), press the button a second time at the end of the segment (you will
see Repeat AB) and the receiver will play this sequence in the loop. To stop this
loop playback, press the button again.
start playback.
7.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
There may be many reasons that affect the correct operation of your receiver. If the receiver does not
work as you expect, please follow the steps outlined below. If the receiver still does not work well after
performing these operations, contact your dealer or a service centre in your area. Do not open the
receiver cover. This will damage the warranty seals and warranty repairs will be denied.
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ProblemPossible reasonRemedy
The mode
indicator does
not light up
No signal found The antenna is disconnected.Check the antenna cable.
No picture or
sound on TV
Video with
“mosaic”, audio
is noisy or A/V
disappears from
time to time
Message “No
rights” or “Pay TV
channel”
Not possible
to control the
receiver with the
remote control
Forgot your PIN
code
The receiver
switches off
automatically.
The power plug is not connectedCheck the connection of the receiver to the
The receiver is connected to the
main power through an extender
and the power is OFF.
The antenna is damaged/
misaligned.
The cable between the antenna and
the receiver is damaged. Possible
bad connections in the cable system.
Out of digital signal area.Check with your dealer.
The active antenna requires turning
the antenna power/external power
ON.
HDMI is not selected on your TV
or Amplifier or is set to higher
resolution as TV supports
TV is not switched on
Connections are not done properly.
Quality of connected cables
insufficient.
Low signal level due to bad weather
conditions.
The antenna is damaged or covered
by ice (winter time). Damaged cable
from antenna to receiver.
The indoor antenna has been moved
from a good position and does not
provide the necessary signal level
anymore.
The channel is encrypted.This channel belongs to a Pay-TV package.
Batteries are exhausted/wrong
inserted.
Receiver powered- or switched off.
Remote not aimed correctly.
IR sensor obstructed/disturbed.
The receiver is switched off.Turn the receiver ON.
Auto Standby function enabled.Disable/adjust auto standby. See chapter
main power.
Turn the power extender ON.
Check the antenna and its position.
Make sure that the cable is in good condition.
Check proper connections.
Make sure to enable antenna power from the
receiver menu (see chapter 6.2.1) or use an
external power supply.
Switch to correct TV input
Select lower resolution via receiver
Switch on TV
Please ensure the connections are done
correctly and are fitting well into the connected
in/output Prove the quality of all cables is good.
Reconnect all cables to the receiver and TV set.
For good signal reception you may need to
realign/replace antenna.
Check the antenna and cable.
Setup the antenna at a better position. Check
the signal level and quality (see chapter
5.3.2)
This receiver is only able to open FTA
channels.
Replace the batteries/check the correct polarity.
Plug in / turn on the receiver.
Point your remote towards the front panel.
Check for obstructions, other possible
influence.
Consult your dealer or send an e-mail to
STRONG’s support support_rs@strong.tv
6.3.4 for details.
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8.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Tuner
Input connector: IEC60169-2, female, 75 Ohm nominal
Input frequency range: VHF: 177.5 ~ 226.5 MHz
UHF: 474 ~ 858 MHz
Input signal level: -82 ~ -25 dBm
Antenna power: 5 V DC, max. 50 mA, short cut protected
Profile: MPEG-2 MP @ ML, MP @ HL, MPEG-4 H.264/AVC
Input bit rate: Up to 30 Mbit/s
Aspect ratio: 4:3 and 16:9, Letterbox, Pan & Scan, Auto
Frame rate: 25 Hz for PAL
Video resolution: 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
Audio decoder
Audio support: MPEG-1 Layer 1 & 2, AAC
Audio mode: Mono L/R, Stereo
Frequency response: 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz, unevenness in the frequency range
Sampling rate: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
System and memory
Processor: MSD5043
Flash memory: 8 MByte
System memory: 128 MByte
Multimedia:
Video playback: Supports various formats (MPG, MPEG, TS, VOB, MP4,
*STRONG can’t guarantee the playback of the files in the mentioned formats. The possibility to playback depends on the used codecs, data rates and resolution. For a
detailed list of supported codecs, please refer to the Appendix.
Connectors
Antenna Input
Antenna output
3 RCA (Composite Video, Audio Left and Right)
S/PDIF (coaxial)
USB 2.0, Type A connector
HDMI Type A, version 1.3 with HDCP
60 Hz ~ 18 kHz +/- 0.5 dB
AVI, MKV)*
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General data:
Input power: AC 100 – 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 10 W max. (with USB device connected)
Power consumption in standby: 0.70 W (without USB device connected)
Operating temperature range: 0 ~ +40 °C
Storage temperature: -10 ~ +50 °C
Operating humidity range: 10 ~ 85% RH, non-condensing
Dimensions (W x D x H) in mm: 210 x 145 x 49
Weight: 0.59 kg