Strong SRT 8211 User Manual

Digital Terrestrial HD Receiver

SRT 8211

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Model: Digital Terrestrial HD Receiver SRT 8211

Supplied by STRONG Austria

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Model: Digital Terrestrial HD Receiver SRT 8211

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Supplied by STRONG Austria

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Model: Digital Terrestrial HD Receiver SRT 8211

Supplied by STRONG Austria

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Supplied by STRONG Austria

Represented by STRONG Ges.m.b.H.

Franz-Josefs-Kai 1

1010 Vienna, Austria

Email: [e-mail]

03 Oct 2018 14:45

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION 3

1.1 Safety Instructions 3

1.2 Storage 3

1.3 Equipment Set-up 4

1.4 Accessories 4

1.5 Usage of external USB devices 4

2.0 YOUR RECEIVER 5

2.1 DEFAULT PIN: 0000 5

2.2 Front Panel 5

2.3 Rear Panel 5

2.4 Remote control 5

2.5 Installing the batteries 6

2.6 Using the remote control 6

3.0 CONNECTION 7

3.1 Connecting to a terrestrial antenna 7

3.2 Connecting to TV with HDMI cable 7

3.3 Connecting to TV with SCART cable 7

3.4 Connecting a USB storage device 7

3.5 Connecting to Ethernet for RSS feeds
and weather forecasts 7

3.6 Connection to main power supply 7

3.7 Extended connections for your home
entertainment 8

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© STRONG 2018. All rights reserved.

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4.0 STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME 8

5.0 QUICK GUIDE TO USING YOUR RECEIVER 9

6.0 OPERATION 9

6.1 Changing channels 10

6.2 Info Banner 10

6.3 Selection of audio language 10

6.4 Teletext 10

6.5 Subtitles 11

6.6 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) 11

6.7 Record, Timeshift and Format 11

7.0 MAIN MENU 12

7.1 Installation of channels 12

7.2 Channel Editing and Programme
information 13

7.3 Settings 15

7.4 Multimedia 17

7.5 Network 20

7.6 Upgrade by USB 20

8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 21

9.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 22

1.0 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Safety Instructions

DO NOT INSTALL YOUR RECEIVER:

 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.

DO NOT EXPOSE THE RECEIVER OR ITS ACCESSORIES:

 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 re 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, and only
after disconnecting from the mains voltage supply. Make sure no foreign objects fall through
the ventilation slots because this could cause re or an electric shock.

 Do not place any objects on top of the receiver because this might prevent proper cooling of

the components inside.

Safety Precautions

 Never try to open the receiver. It is dangerous to touch the inside of the receiver due to high

voltages and possible electrical hazards. Opening the receiver will void the warranty of the
product. Refer all maintenance or servicing to suitably qualied personnel.

 When you are connecting cables, be sure that the receiver is disconnected from the mains

supply voltage. Wait a few seconds after switching o 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 identication plate at the

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

1.2 Storage

Your receiver and its accessories are stored and delivered in a packaging designed to protect against
mechanical 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.

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1.3 Equipment Set-up

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

 Refer to the user manual of your TV and, if applicable, your antenna.
 Make sure that the HDMI cable and, if applicable, outdoor components are in a good condition.
 If you use the TV SCART connection, use a well shielded SCART cable.

This manual provides complete instructions for installing and using this receiver. The following
symbols will serve as follow.

WARNING: Indicates warning information.
NOTE: Indicates any other additional important or helpful information.
MENU Represents a button on the remote control or the receiver.

Move to Represents a menu item within a window.

1.4 Accessories

 Installation instructions
 1remote control unit
 2x batteries (AAA type)

WARNING: The batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, electrically short-

1.5 Usage of external USB devices

 It is recommended to use USB 2.0storage devices or higher. If your device is not compatible

to USB 2.0 specications, recording, playback and other multimedia functions of the receiver

might not work properly.

 STRONG cannot guarantee the playback of les although extensions are listed, as it depends on

codec, data bit rate and resolution used (all MPEG codec formats are supported).

 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.

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circuited, be mixed or used with other types of batteries. If rechargeable
accumulators instead of batteries are going to be used (e.g. NiMH), we
recommend using types with low self-discharge to ensure long time
operation of your remote control.

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2.0 YOUR RECEIVER

2.1 DEFAULT PIN: 0000

2.2 Front Panel

1. IR Sensor Receives commands from the remote control

2. LED Display Shows channel number and time in standby

3. Mode Indicator LED
RED indicates that the receiver is in STANDBY mode.

4. Standby/ON button
Switches the receiver ON or into Standby

5. USB To connect your USB storage device.

2.3 Rear Panel

1. ANT IN To connect to your antenna for reception of broadcast signals.

2. ETHERNET To connect to your Ethernet cable (RJ-45) for RSS feeds and

3. S/PDIF Coaxial To connect your receiver to a digital home cinema set, AV

4. HDMI To connect your receiver with your TV-set using an HDMI cable.

5. TV SCART To connect your receiver with your TV-set using a SCART cable.

6. Power cord To connect to the main power (100- 240V AC ~ 50/60 Hz)

7. Power switch To switch the receiver on or o.

2.4 Remote control

1. q Switches the receiver On/Standby.

2. ! Mutes all audio outputs of the receiver

3. 0~9 Enter channel number in TV mode or value input in menu

4. TV/R Toggles between TV or RADIO mode.

5.  No function

6. FAV Opens the favourite group selection.

7. 9 One step back in menu or back to previous channel.

8. AUDIO Opens the audio* language selection

9. Opens the current channel information; 2x opens the current

10. EPG Opens the EPG* (Electronic Programme Guide) in TV mode.

11. pq Change channel to next/previous.

12. tu Decreases/increases the volume level.
Menu: Change settings for specic menus.

13. OK Opens the current channel list in menu: for conrmation

14. MENU Opens the main menu, in a menu you will get one step back.

weather forecasts

receiver or digital audio amplier

event information and 3x the next event information.*

Menu: Moves the cursor up/down.

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15.  Exits from the menu or sub-menu.

16. VOL+/VOL- Increases/decreases the volume level.

17. P+/P- Page up/down in all list modes.

18. LIST Call the current channel list.

19. CH+/CH- Channel up/down.

20. OPT Opens quick menu to adjust screen settings

21. TEXT Opens the Teletext* if available

22. SUB Shows a list of subtitle* languages.

23.  No function

24. [2 Hold play during playback/starting Timeshift mode

25. 56 Fast rewind/fast forward.

26. 4 Starts recording of the currently watched programme

27. u Opens the multimedia menu

28. 78 Jump function in multimedia playback

29. 3 Stop playback.

30. COLOUR BUTTONS In dierent menus for specic functions

*Subtitles, Videotext, EPG (Electronic Programme Guide), and Audio languages are depending on availability in the
specic broadcast

2.5 Installing the batteries

Open the cover on the remote control and insert 2x AAA type batteries into the compartment.
Observe correct polarity of the batteries when inserting. A terminal diagram is shown inside the
compartment.

1. Remove the cover.

2. Insert the batteries.

3. Place the cover.

2.6 Using the remote control

To use the remote control, point it towards the front of your receiver. The remote control supports a
range of up to 5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.

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3.0 CONNECTION

3.1 Connecting to a terrestrial antenna

To receive broadcast signals, your terrestrial indoor or outdoor antenna must be connected to the
ANT IN connector on the back of the receiver. Use a proper shielded antenna cable and suitable
connectors.

NOTE: If the signals at your location are too weak to receive proper signals with

an indoor antenna, we recommend using an outdoor antenna which
can be pointed towards the transmission tower. Ask your local dealer for
more information. If you are using an active antenna with built-in antenna
amplier, switch the antenna power to ON in the menu Manual Search.

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3.2 Connecting to TV with HDMI cable

The TV set shall be connected to the receiver using a good quality HDMI cable. This connection gives
the highest possible picture quality.

3.3 Connecting to TV with SCART cable

Your receiver is also equipped with a SCART connector; alternatively, the TV set can be connected to
the receiver using a good quality SCART cable.

3.4 Connecting a USB storage device

This port can be used for USB storage devices such as USB pen drives or HDD with a maximum peak
current of 500mA. It is recommended to use USB 2.0 storage devices (or higher) for playback of video
les or HD movies.

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3.5 Connecting to Ethernet for RSS feeds and weather forecasts

To use this option of your receiver it must be connected to your router. Connect the Ethernet (RJ-45)
connector with a class CAT5E (or higher) cable to your router.

3.6 Connection to main power supply

After all the connections are done you can connect your digital receiver to the mains power.
Make sure that the main power switch on the rear panel is set to ON.

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3.7 Extended connections for your home entertainment

Connecting to a Digital Audio Amplier with S/PDIF

By connecting your receiver to a digital amplier or home cinema set, you can enjoy the best possible
sound quality and multi-channel audio (depending on broadcast). Connect your Digital Audio
Amplier or home cinema set with a suitable cinch cable to the S/PDIF connector on the back of the
receiver. Alternatively, if you’re using an analogue amplier, then connect the audio output jack for
stereo audio.

Connecting to a digital audio amplier and TV using HDMI

By connecting your receiver to an HDMI equipped digital amplier or home cinema set you will
enjoy the best possible sound quality and multi-channel audio (depending on broadcast). Connect
the HDMI output of the unit to an input of your amplier, and then connect the HDMI output of the
amplier to your TV set. Select the correct input on your amplier to watch and listen to programmes.

4.0 STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME

When you use your receiver for the rst time, the Welcome “Preferred Language” menu appears. Use
pq to move the highlight to the language you wish to use in the menu. Once you have selected
your language, press the GREEN Next button to conrm and go to the next page. The receiver will
now show the “First Time Installation” screen where you can adapt important settings.
Use pq to move the highlight to the setting you wish to adapt and use tu to change values. Press
the GREEN Next button to conrm and to go to the next page or press the RED Back button to go one
menu step back. The following settings are available:

Region: Select the region in which the receiver is used. The selection Germany will

Subtitle: Select On to display subtitles per default, select O to hide subtitles per

Aspect Mode: Use this option to select the aspect ratio of the connected TV. The options

Scan mode: Select All to store scrambled and free-to-air channels or select Fr ee to store

Connection: Use this option to select the established connection to your TV set. Select

*Availability of DVB/HoH subtitles depends on the broadcast. If subtitles are not supported, they can be activated via
Teletext if available.

store all German channels below number 200and others above. After
searching, German channels can be sorted in the channel list below 200 in
your preferred order. The selection Italy and France will store channels in
Logical Channel numbering (LCN). This means that it is operator dened
which channel will be stored on position 1 and so on. Sorting of channels
afterwards is not possible. If you like to sort the channels yourself, set the
region to Other. The selection Other will store channels in the found order.

default.*

are: 4:3 for a 4:3TV (black bars on top and bottom of picture) and 16:9 for 16:9
TV sets.

only free-to-air channels.

HDMI or TV SCART.

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NOTE: Wrong region selection can lead to missing channels or channels being

When all settings have been made, press the GREEN Next button to continue.

Aerial Adjustment

This part of the wizard is of great help when setting up your antenna system.
Use pq to move the highlight to the setting you wish to change and use tu to change values. The
following settings are available:

Antenna Power: Set to On if you use an active antenna (with built-in amplier). When set to

Channel No.: Select a channel that is known to carry a broadcast signal in your region.

When all settings have been made, press the GREEN Next button to start scanning.
The receiver will search for all available channels. When the scan is nished, the receiver switches to
viewing mode. Now you can enjoy watching your favourite TV channels. If you get the message “No
channels found”, then check again the antenna, coaxial cable, connector and in menu if you have
reception. When this has been checked, reset the unit and follow the installation wizard again as
shown below.

NOTE: If the Welcome menu does not appear after switching on the receiver

5.0 QUICK GUIDE TO USING YOUR RECEIVER

We at STRONG understand that you can’t wait to enjoy your new high denition digital terrestrial
receiver. The following quick guide will make you 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 turn your receiver ON or to Standby, press q on the remote control.
Choose the desired channel with pq. Alternatively, you can press the channel number with the 0~9
buttons on the remote control or press OK in viewing mode to display the channel list. The volume
can be adjusted with tu.

6.0 OPERATION

Your new receiver is equipped with several features to make watching TV a true pleasure. This
paragraph describes these features. Please do also read chapter 7.0 to get familiar with the menu of
your receiver.

stored at wrong positions in the channel list. Scrambled channels cannot
be viewed with this model.

On, 5V will be present at the ANT IN connector of the receiver. Select O for
passive antennas.

The Signal Strength and Signal Quality bars give a visual indication of the
reception. Adjust your antenna to obtain maximum signal strength and
quality.

for the rst time, reset the receiver to factory settings by pressing the

MENU button and selecting Load Factory Setting in the menu Installation.
(DEFAULT PIN: 0000).

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6.1 Changing channels

Following ways are possible for changing channels with your new receiver:

 Via direct access using the 0~9 buttons.
 Via the channel list through OK and the P+/P- buttons.
 Via the pq buttons.

6.1.1 Direct access via 0~9 buttons

To gain direct access to a certain 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 selected channel or
press OK immediately after selecting the channel number.

6.1.2 TV list

Press OK in viewing mode to display the TV list. Use pq in the channel list to highlight your channel
of choice and press OK once to select the highlighted channel. Press OK again to leave the channel
list mode. Inside the channel list it is possible to use the PG+/PG- buttons as well in order to scroll
page-wise through the list to speed up.

NOTE: Use tu to toggle between the All Channel list and the favourite list(s) or

6.1.3 Using pq

p switches to the next channel.
q switches to the previous channel.

6.2 Info Banner

While watching TV, you can press INFO at any time to access information about the current channel
and event*. Press INFO twice for extended EPG details about the current channel. Press INFO three
times for EPG details of the next programme.

*Event information is displayed when available. Availability depends on broadcast.

6.3 Selection of audio language

Some channels support a choice of audio formats and/or languages. To select another audio stream,
press AUDIO in viewing mode. A list of available audio streams will now be displayed. Use pq to
select a stream and conrm with OK. The audio channel as stereo, mix, left and right can be selected
with tu.

6.4 Teletext

Your receiver includes a fully featured Teletext. To access Teletext, press TEXT in viewing mode and
use the 0~9 buttons to enter the number of the page you wish to see. Use pq to select one page up
or down, use tu to select subpages. Press  or TEXT to get back to viewing mode.

press FAV in viewing mode for a list of available favourite lists.

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6.5 Subtitles

Some channels support a choice of subtitle languages. Press SUB in viewing mode to display a list of
available subtitle languages. Select your subtitle of choice with pq and press OK to conrm. Press
 to leave without making changes.*

*Availability of DVB/Hard of Hearing subtitles depends on the broadcast. If subtitles are not present, then, they can be
activated via Teletext.

6.6 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)

The Electronic Programme Guide is a very useful function that allows you to view event schedules
and programme information and to mark events/movies for wakeup of the receiver. To access the
EPG, press EPG in viewing mode. Use pq to select a channel and tu to select an event. Press OK
to display detailed information of the selected event. Use 9 to quit the detailed information screen.
Press the RED or GREEN buttons to see and select another day. Press the YELLOW button to set a
timer for a selected event. Refer to section 7.3.6 for details of the timer function.

NOTE: Availability of EPG data depends on broadcast.

6.7 Record, Timeshift and Format

To use these functions you must connect a USB memory device to the USB port at the rear panel.
For best performance, especially of HD content, we advice to use Hard Disk drives USB 2.0or higher.
These must be formatted in FAT32 format, otherwise Record and Timeshift function will not work.

6.7.1 Instant recording

To immediately record a programme, press 4 to start the recording and press 3 to quit. During a
recording it is possible to press pq, or OK and pq to change to another channel on the same
transponder (frequency) only. Also it is possible to use the 0~9 buttons.

6.7.2 Timeshift

If you want to use the Timeshift function you only need to press 2 in viewing mode. To resume
timeshifted content, press u or 2 again. During the playback you can use the 5 6 or 2 buttons. To
stop the Timeshift mode, press 3 and it will jump to the actual time of the live signal. The function
will still be running in the background and as long you do not switch to another channel it is possible
to jump again to the beginning by pressing 2 again. Also, with tu it is possible to jump in time
during Timeshift modes. Default is set to 20seconds. Press the GREEN Jump Set button to change the
jump time.
If the channel is changed timeshifted content will only be accessible from the newly selected channel.

NOTE: To switch o the Timeshift function completely you need to change the

Timeshift status to disable in the Record setup menu.

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6.7.3 Timer recording

There are 2ways to set a timer:

Programming a record timer via the EPG
The easiest way to record an event is via the EPG. Press the EPG button to open the EPG, then use

pq to select a channel. After that, press tu and use pq to select an event. You can book a record
timer by pressing 4. If you press 4 again on this event, the timer will be disabled. The set time of
timer is xed and cannot be modied.

Programming a record timer via the Timer menu

If you want to programme a record timer via the timer menu, press the BLUE button from EPG to
open it. Also you can select it via the MENU button on the remote control in viewing mode, option
Timer in the menu Settings. This way you are free to programme start and stop time. For further
details about this menu, please refer to chapter 7.3.6Timer in the user manual.

6.7.4 Playback

After a recording has been made you will nd a new folder Records created on your external USB
storage device. By pressing u in viewing mode you can access this folder directly. Inside the Records
menu the following functions are supported:
pq To select a record event.
OK Starts playback in preview and again in full screen mode.
3 Stops playback
RED Opens the option menu to select and deselect for deleting a record le(s).

Marks a recording for deletion. When all recordings you want to delete are

7.0 MAIN MENU

The main menu gives you access to Installation, Channels, Settings, Multimedia and Network functions.
To access the main menu, press MENU in viewing mode. Throughout the main menu, 9 can be used
to get back to the previous screen and  to quit.

7.1 Installation of channels

Use tu to select the main menu item Installation.
Use pq to highlight the submenu of choice and press OK to select.

7.1.1 Manual Search

This menu allows you to search for channels at a specic Frequency or Channel number.
Use pq to select Scan mode, and select between Free which will only install Free-to-Air channels or
All. This means that channels that are Free-to-Air or scrambled will be searched and stored.
Use pq to select Channel No and select the channel number of the frequency you’d like to search.
Press OK to open a list to make selection faster.

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This menu item opens only if you have selected rst a le by using pq.

marked, select Deleted Selected press OK. A message will appear to conrm
deleting. By pressing OK again the recordings will be permanently deleted
from your external USB storage device. Select Cancel if you don’t want to
delete them or select once more OK to denitely delete.

The next option Modulation is to select between Only DVB-T or DVB-T+T2 modulation type.
When in doubt, use the DVB-T+T2 setting.
If you use an active antenna (with built-in amplier), then switch the Antenna Power to On. If you use a
passive antenna (without built-in amplier), then select O.
Highlight Search and press OK to start scanning. New found channels will be added to the channel
list.

7.1.2 Auto Search

This menu allows you to search for channels from all available frequencies for your selected region
automatically. Be aware that all previous installed channels and favourite list(s) will be deleted. The
new found channels will be installed in the channel list and afterwards you can create a new favourite
list if you like.
Select Scan mode, and select between Free which will only install Free-to-Air channels or All. Highlight

Search and press OK to start scanning.

7.1.3 Information

This submenu shows receiver specic information such as hardware and software version. It also
displays technical information from the currently selected channel and signal strength and quality.
Please have the Information screen on hand when you call our hotline. The person who answers your
call might ask for the information given in this screen.

7.1.4 Factory Reset

This option allows you to reset the receiver back to the factory settings, which also clears all stored
channels.
Use pq to select Load Factory Settings in the Installation menu and press OK. You are asked to
enter your PIN code. Enter the correct PIN code using the 0~9 buttons. (DEFAULT PIN: 0000). A
conrmation window is displayed. Select OK to load factory settings. Select Cancel to cancel. Press 
to leave.

WARNING: By resetting your receiver to factory default, all your settings and stored

7.2 Channel Editing and Programme information

Use tu to select Channels in the main menu.
Use pq to highlight the submenu of choice and press OK to select.

7.2.1 TV Manager

This menu allows you to create favourite lists, move channels in order, lock channels with PIN
protection and delete channels from the TV list.

7.2.1.1 Adding channels to favourite lists

Channels from the TV list can be added to up to 4dierent favourite groups. Select Favourite and
press OK, select the wanted favourite group and press OK. Use pq to select a channel you wish to

channels will be permanently deleted. Please use this option with care.

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add to a favourite group. When the highlight is on the channel of your choice, press OK. At the right
hand side you will see your new created favourite list. If you like to remove a channel from a favourite
list, simply press u and select that channel and press OK to delete.

NOTE: Later sorting of favourite lists is not possible. Always start by selecting the

Use pq to select the favourite list you wish to add the channel to and press OK. Press  to nalize
the process. Favourite channels will be marked with v. When all changes have been made, press 
twice. A conrmation banner will pop up. Select Yes to save the changes or No to discard.

7.2.1.2 Move channels in channel list

The receiver has a function to install found channels in Logical Channel Numbering (LCN) order. This
means that the channel numbers are dened by the operator and automatically sorted this way
in the main channel list. Sorting in the main list is therefore not possible. The Move function is grey
and cannot be selected. This function is automatically active if selected in the rst installation wizard
within the region Italy or France. If you would like to sort channels as below, reset the receiver back to
factory settings and install the channels again within another region. See chapter 7.1.4 in this manual.
Sort the channel order from the main channel list. Select the option Move and press OK.
Use pq to select the channel you would like to move to the rst position. As soon as the selection
and highlighting are made, press OK. This can be done with even more channels until you are happy
with the sorted order. To store the new channel order, press the RED button and select Move. If
you have only sorted a few channels and want to store them between existing channels, select the
position in the TV list where sorted channels have to get copied to.

7.2.1.3 Lock channels

Protect channels with a PIN code before you can watch them. Select the option Lock and press OK.
Use pq to select a channel you wish to protect. When the highlight is on the channel of your choice,
press OK. At the right hand side you will see your protected channel list. If you like to remove a
channel from this list, then simply press u and select that channel and press OK to unselect.

7.2.1.4 Delete channels

Delete a channel or channels permanently from the main channel list (until you make a new search).
Select the option Delete and press OK. Use pq to select the channel you wish to delete. When the
highlight is on that channel, press OK. At the right hand side you will nd the selection to delete from
channel list. When you are ready, press 9 and conrm.

7.2.2 Radio Manager

Create favourite lists, move channels in order, lock channels with PIN protection and delete channels
from the radio list. The functions of handling are the same as in the TV Manager as described above.
The only dierence is that in the Radio manager there is no video information, so it will always display
the radio background on the preview screen.

channel you’d like to have at position 1in the favourite list, then the next
one.

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7.2.3 EPG Information

This menu item opens the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG).

7.3 Settings

Use tu to select Settings in the main menu. Use pq to highlight the submenu of choice and press

OK to select.

7.3.1 Language

This menu allows you to set up your language preferences.

OSD Language: Use tu to select the language for the On Screen Display.
1st Audio language: Use tu to select the audio language you like to hear as rst priority, if

2nd Audio language: Use tu to select a language that will be played when the language selected

Subtitle Type: Select the preferred subtitle type to be displayed automatically. Select

Subtitle Display: Select On to activate displaying of subtitles.
1st Subtitle Language: Use tu to select the rst preferred subtitle language.
2nd Subtitle Language: Use tu to select the second preferred subtitle language.

*Availability of DVB/Hard of Hearing subtitles depends on the broadcast. If such subtitles are not supported, then most
likely subtitles can be activated via Teletext if available.

7.3.2 Output Settings

Use this menu to match your receiver to your TV set and/or home cinema set.
The following settings are available:

HDMI Resolution: Select the video resolution of your TV screen. The options are: Auto

Aspect Ratio: Select the aspect ratio of your TV. The options are: 4:3 for 4:3screen and 16:9

Aspect conversion: Selec t the preferred conversion method. The options are: PanScan: displays

OSD Transparency: To set the OSD transparency from Opacity ~ 50% with 10% steps.
OSD Timeout: Sets the time after which on screen banners and messages disappear. The

HDMI Audio Output: Toggles between PCM and Bitstream output. When PCM is selected, all digital

SPDIF Audio Output: Toggles bet ween PCM and Bitstream output. When PCM is selected, all digital

available.

at 1st Audio language isn’t available.

Normal or Hard of Hearing*

(automatic detection of video resolution oered to the receiver) and
manual selections 576i up to 1080p Please use a setting that matches the
specications of your TV. Selection above 576i is only applicable to the HDMI
output.

for 16:9 TV sets.

16:9widescreen broadcasts in full screen on a 4:3 TV. Letterbox: black bars
on top and bottom of the picture on a 4:3 TV. Combined: shows a mix in­between. Ignore: shows as it is.

range is 3~10 seconds.

audio will be converted to stereo audio. Bitstream enables you to listen or
transfer Dolby® Digital/Dolby® Digital Plus* audio to the TV via HDMI or to a
home cinema set.

audio will be converted to stereo audio. Bitstream enables you to listen or

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transfer Dolby® Digital/Dolby® audio to a home cinema set through coaxial S/

Audio Description: AD. Set this option to On if you like to have support of an audio track that

Audio Description Volume oset:

*Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

7.3.3 General Settings

This menu allows you to manage the basic system settings of your receiver.
It consists of the following sub-menus: Auto Standby and Auto Channel Update.

7.3.3.1 Auto Standby

Auto Standby is a new feature that helps you reducing power consumption.
Press pq to highlight the menu Auto Standby and press OK advance.
When set to between 1to 6 Hours, the receiver will switch to standby if it doesn’t receive any
commands of the remote control during this time. Set Auto Standby to O to deactivate the
automatic standby function. The default setting is 3 hours.

7.3.3.2 Auto Channel Update

When set to On, the unit will check automatically at the moment of turning to standby if new
channels are available. The next time when switching on, you will be informed if new channels are
on air and prompted to start an auto scan. This way you are always up-to-date with the channel list. If
you select O, the automatic channel update function is deactivated.

7.3.4 Parental Control

This menu allows you to protect the installation menu and/or channels with a PIN code. You can also
create a new PIN code. Use pq to select Parental Control from the Settings menu and press OK to
proceed. You will be asked to enter your PIN code. (DEFAULT PIN: 0000)

Menu Lock: Locks the installation menu. You can set the Menu Lock to On or O.
Program Lock: Switch all programme/channels lock to On or O. If the lock is set in the TV or

Program Lock age: Choose between: O Lock None, Lock All, 4years and up to 18 years. Channels

PIN Code Change: Press OK to enter the menu.
Old PIN Code: Enter your current PIN code (4digits).
New PIN Code: Enter your new PIN code (4digits) you’d like to use.

(Make a note of it.)

Conrm: Re -enter your new PIN code to conrm. Press OK to end and save the change.

7.3.5 Time Settings

Here you can set up your time zone for clock/time in your menu and system.

PDIF. (Not Dolby® Digital Plus.)

describes the content on screen. Useful for the visual impaired.

Select the volume from the AD audio track.

Radio Manager menu. You can select the lock separately for every channel
which you like to protect it with a PIN code.

with a parental rating above the chosen age will be protected with a PIN
code (if available in your local broadcast.)

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Use pq to move the highlight to the setting of choice. Values can be changed with tu. Press 
to leave.

GMT Usage: Set to Auto for broadcaster dened time depending of country selection you

GMT Oset: Allows you to adjust the time zone you live in. This option is only available

Daylight Saving: Select O or On to add one hour extra for summer time.

7.3.6 Timers

This menu allows you to set up to 10timed events for waking up the receiver.
Use pq to select Timer from the Settings menu and press OK to enter.
The receiver will display a list with 10timers, followed by their respective status. Select the timer you
wish to set or change with pq and press OK to proceed.
The timer setup menu will now be displayed.
The following settings are available:

Timer Status: Choose between Once, Monday ~ Friday, Daily and Weekly Timer or select O,

Timer Action: Select Booking to wake-up the receiver and switch to the selected channel.

Channel: Press OK to open the channel list and use pq to select the channel where

Start Date: Use the 0~9 buttons to enter the date for the timed event.
Start Time: Use the 0~9 buttons to enter the start time.
Duration: Use the 0~9 buttons to enter the timer duration.
Event Name: Displays, after you have saved the timer, the event name according to the

When all settings are according to your wishes, use pq to move the highlight to Save and press OK
to conrm. To quit the timer without saving your settings press 9.

7.4 Multimedia

The Multimedia menu consists of the following submenus: Records, Movies, Music, Pictures, Record
Setup and Storage Device Setup. Please rst insert a USB device and use pq to highlight the menu of

choice and press OK to enter. Press  to quit or 9 to return to the previous menu.

7.4.1 Playback of Multimedia

This function allows playback of dierent kind of les from the connected USB storage device.
In the Multimedia menu, select Records and press OK to show the recordings you’ve made. Select
Movies and press OK to enter this menu to play all kind of video formats. Select Music to playback

made in the First Installation Wizard. Normally, the clock/time will be correct
and also follow up the summer time changes automatically. In some regions
close to neighbouring countries it can happen that the wrong time zone is
followed. In this case select the option User Dened to set up time manually in
the next steps below.

when GMT Usage is set to User Dene.The GMT Oset range is “-11:00~
+12:00”.

then Timer will execute the scheduled event.

Select Recording to start record from the selected event to an externally
connected USB device.

the timer will wake up with.

EPG. This is only possible if EPG is available.

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les as MP3, OGG and FLAC formats. Select Pictures to playback your favourite pictures in JPG or BMP
format.*
When entering the Playback of Multimedia, the highlight is on the root folder of the USB storage
device. Press OK to open the directory respectively its folders/subfolders. On screen in the right upper
corner the root folders are displayed for easier navigation. Press pq to select a le or folder and
press OK to open the folder/subfolder (if applicable) or start playback of the le. Press  to exit or
press OK to open in full screen.
Use the buttons like described below in order to choose functions during the dierent playback
modes.

General:

u Start of playback of multimedia le.

2 To pause the playback of multimedia le.
56 Fast rewind/fast forward.
78 Jump function in playback modes of multimedia les.
3 Stop playback.

Movies:
RED Subtitle: During the playback of a movie with external subtitles, press the RED button

GREEN Jump: Press the GREEN button Jump to open the Jump By Time menu. You can

YELLOW Hide: Press the YELLOW button Hide to remove or call the timeline information

BLUE Audio: Toggles between Stereo, Left, Right and Mono audio channel output.

Music:

pq: Enter the folder with music les. Use the pq to select a le and press u or

Pictures:

pq: Enter the folder with picture les. Use pq to select a picture. If the format

RED Option: Before the playback of a picture in full screen, you can setup a slideshow/

7.4.2 Record Setup

This menu is only accessible if you connect a USB storage device. Here you can setup Timeshift and
recording.
The following settings are available:

Subtitle to enter the subtitle menu. In this menu you can select size and
colours of your preference.

select a time where you’d like to jump to.

banner.

OK to start playback. To stop playback press 3.

is supported it shows the picture in the small picture-in-picture screen. Press
OK to watch it in full screen mode.

diashow. Press the RED button Option to enter the sub option menu Slide
change Time. Select time of the slide show or switch this function o. After
you select a time, press OK and show starts to play. Press the  button to
stop.

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Timeshift Status: Choose between Enable to ac tivate the Timeshift function or Disable to switch

Timeshift Step: Select the time size step in minutes and seconds which you like to make by

Timeshift Duration: Select the maximal time (size) which is reserved for the time shift function.

Record Duration: Select the default maximum time for recordings that can be started with the

Start Record earlier: If you want to start the recording, set under timer from EPG some minutes

End Record later: If you want to stop the recording, set under timer from EPG some minutes

REC Icon: If you start a recording, an icon will be shown in the left upper corner of your

7.4.3 Storage Device Setup

This option shows relevant information about the connected USB device. In this menu you can also
format your USB storage device and safely remove.
Select Storage Device Setup in the Multimedia menu and press OK to enter.
Now you will see all details as free and used space sizes and used le system.
Press the RED Safely Remove button and press OK to safely disconnect the USB device. The receiver
will display a message indicating that you can now safely remove your storage device from the
receiver. Press the BLUE Format USB Device button to format the connected USB device.
Please, enter your PIN code to access this menu and press OK to start formatting.
Press  to leave this menu.

NOTE: After performing the Safely Remove function, the USB device is no longer

it o. This function will also automatically be set to Enable if you press 2 on
the remote and have USB device connected.

using tu during navigation in Timeshift modes. Use the 0~9 buttons to
enter the time.

Use the 0~9 buttons to enter the duration.

4 button. Use the 0~9 buttons to enter the duration.

earlier than the time obtained from the programme guide.

later as time obtained from the programme guide.

TV screen with the text “REC”. Default is set to On. Select 5Seconds or 10
Seconds to let the icon disappear after the selected time.

accessible by your receiver. To gain access to you’re the storage device
again, re-insert it or switch the receiver to standby and on again.

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WARNING: Formatting will permanently delete ALL data stored on the connected

device. Please make a backup copy of all data you wish to keep before
entering the Format menu. STRONG cannot be held responsible for loss of
data from USB devices used with this receiver.

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NOTE: It is possible to use USB storage devices already formatted in NTFS.

*STRONG cannot guarantee the playback of les although extensions are listed, as it depends on codec, data bit rate and
resolution used (all MPEG codec formats are supported).

7.5 Network

The Network menu consists of the following submenus: RSS, Weather and IP Settings. Connect rst the
CAT5E (or better) cable into RJ-45ETHERNET port of your receiver and the other end into your router.
Before you can use the Internet functions you need to check the setup of the Internet connection in
the IP Settings menu. Use pq to highlight the menu of choice and press OK to enter. Press  to quit.

7.5.1 IP Settings

This menu allows you to setup or check the Internet connection. The default selection is DHCP set to
On. Normally the setup is done automatically by this. To test if the Internet connection works, select

the item SET and press OK. If successful, a pop-up message box will show up and you can start using
it. If not successful, then check your cable or router. Alternatively set DHCP to O. Then manually
enter your IP, Gateway and DNS values by using the 0~ 9 buttons. Select after entering these values
the item SET and press OK to store and to check.

7.5.2 RSS Feed (Really Simple Syndication)

This menu allows you to choose an RSS news link to read the latest news from dierent sources.
Use pq to highlight a link of your choice and press OK to enter. Select an item you want to read.
Press  to quit. Also you have option to delete, add or edit an RSS feed of your own choice. Press the
GREEN button Add RSS Feed to open the keyboard. Use pq tu to enter. If you need to use special
symbols press P+/P-. To save the created RSS link, select at the end Save and press OK.

7.5.3 Weather

This menu allows you to watch the weather in your region. Use pq to highlight the menu item
Weather from the Network menu. If you have correct Internet connection then the weather page will
show up with details on screen. Use the YELLOW button City List to open a selection list with main
cities.
Use pq to highlight a major city near you and press OK to select. You can enter a city manually.
Press the GREEN button Change City to open a keyboard. Use pq tu to enter. If you need to use
special symbols, press P+/P-. To save the name, select at the end Save and press OK.

7.6 Upgrade by USB

This feature allows you to update the receiver software via the USB port. When a new software is
available for your receiver, it can be downloaded from our website www.strong.tv.
Place the software le (unzipped) in the root directory of your USB storage device (HDD, memory
stick etc.) and connect the device to the USB port of the receiver. First a message box will appear that
a USB device is found. After a short time a message will appear on screen again with the message
New software available. Select OK to start download and update immediately. When ready, the unit
will reboot automatically.

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NOTE: If, after a software update, the receiver should behave in an unexpected

WARNING: After an update the receiver restarts automatically. During the upgrade

WARNING: Old channel list and favourites will be overwritten.

8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

There may be various reasons for abnormal operation of the receiver. Check the receiver according to
the procedures shown below. If the receiver does not work properly after checking it, please contact
your dealer or the local Service Hotline or send email to our Support via www.strong.tv. Do NOT try to
open or disassemble the receiver. It may cause a dangerous situation and warranty will be void.

Problem Possible cause What to do

LED indicator and
LED display are not
switching on.

No signal found The antenna is disconnected

No picture or sound on
TV or amplier

Scrambled channel
message

way, please perform a factory reset as well. See chapter 7.1.4..

process NEVER disconnect the receiver from the mains or switch o the
power! Doing so might damage your receiver and will void warranty!

The mains lead is unplugged.
Power switch at rear panel is
set to OFF.

The antenna is damaged/
misaligned
Out of digital signal area
Active antenna requires
to switch ON the antenna
power/external power

HDMI or SCART is not selected
on your TV or amplier or the
unit is set to higher resolution
as the TV supports.
TV/amplier is not switched
on

Channel is scrambled Select an alternative channel

Check the mains plug. Switch main
power to ON.

Check the lead of the antenna
Check the antenna
Check with your dealer
Switch the antenna power of the
receiver ON/connect external power

Switch to correct TV/amplier input
Select lower resolution on receiver
Switch TV/amplier on.
Check if S/PDIF connection is used.

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No response to the
remote control

Forgotten PIN code
Forgotten channel
lock code

After moving the
receiver to another
room/area you are no
longer able to receive
digital reception

The receiver switches
o automatically

Playback of video
causes picture freeze/
macro blocks or similar
distortion, especially on
HD content

The receiver is o
The remote control is not
aimed correctly
The front panel is obstructed
The batteries of the remote
control are exhausted

The antenna signals are too
weak
The signal strength/quality
might be less than before, if
using an indoor antenna

The Auto Standby function is
enabled

The read speed of your USB
device could be too low

Plug in and turn on the plug
Aim the remote control at the front
panel
Avoid obstructions
Replace the batteries of the remote
control

Default PIN is 0000
Contact your local Service Hotline
or send an email to our Support via
www.strong.tv

Press INFO on the remote control to
keep the signal bars on screen and
adjust the antenna for (maximum)
reception. Alternatively, do a rescan of
the channels.
When using an active antenna, check
if the antenna power setting is On
Try using an outdoor antenna

Disable Auto Standby. See section

7.3.3.1 for details.

Make sure to use a USB storage device
with sucient speed and space. Pen
drives (‘USB sticks’) may not support
sucient speed.

9.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Tuner

Input connector: IEC60169-2, female, 75Ohm nominal
Input frequency range: VHF: 174~ 230 MHz
UHF: 474~ 786 MHz
Input signal level: DVB-T2: -70dBm ~ -25 dBm
Antenna power: 5V DC, max. 50 mA, short cut protected

Demodulator

Demodulator: QPSK, 16/64/256QAM
DVB-T2 (EN 302 755)
Transmission mode: normal and extended
Guard intervals: DVB-T2= 1/128, 1/32, 1/16, 19/256, 1/8, 19/128, ¼

Video Decoder

Video resolution: 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p
Decoding & Video Out: PAL

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Aspect Ratio: 4:3and 16:9
Aspect Conversion: Pan & Scan, Letterbox and Combined

Audio Decoder

Audio support: MPEG-4Prole Level 4
Dolby Digital Plus*/AC3+/PCM
MPEG MusiCam Layer II
Sampling rate: 32, 44.1, 48KHz
Audio mode: Stereo, Mono L/R

*Dolby Digital Plus and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories

Multimedia

Video playback: MPEG, MKV, MPEG-4, H.265/HEVC*
Audio playback: MP3, FLAC, OGG*
Picture view: BMP, JPG*

*STRONG cannot guarantee the playback of all les although extensions are listed, as it depends on codec, data bit rate
and resolution used (all MPEG codec formats are supported).

Connectors

ANT IN - IEC Female
Ethernet
S/PDIF (coax.)
HDMI
TV SCART (CVBS, Audio L/R)
Power switch
USB 2.0port: 5 V/500 mA (max.) supported

General Data

Power supply: AC 100– 240 V ~ 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 7W (typ.), 12 W (max)
Power consumption in standby: max. 1.0W
Operating temperature: 0°C ~ +40 °C
Storage temperature: -10°C ~ +50 °C
Operating humidity range: 10~85%, RH, non-condensing
Size (WxDxH) in mm: 169x102x41
Weight: 0.36kg

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