Teac SDB440 User Manual

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Table of Contents

I. General Information ......................................................................................... 6

1. Preface............................................................................................................ 6

2. Main Features .................................................................................................6

3. For Your Safety ............................................................................................... 7

4. General Operation of the Receiver ................................................................. 7

5. Front Panel .....................................................................................................8

6. Rear Panel ...................................................................................................... 9

7. Remote control unit....................................................................................... 10

8. Installation of STB.........................................................................................12

8.1 Connecting to TV using RCA Support ........................................................ 12

8.2 Connecting to TV using YPbPr Support .....................................................13

II. Menu Structure..............................................................................................14

1. Installation..................................................................................................... 15

1.1 Auto search................................................................................................. 15

1.2 Manual search (Experienced User Option) ................................................15

1.3 Edit Channel (Advanced Users Option)...................................................... 16

1.4 Search Setting ............................................................................................18

1.5 STB Information .......................................................................................... 18

2. Program Organize......................................................................................... 18

3. System Setup................................................................................................ 20

3.1 Video Setting............................................................................................... 20

3.2 Audio Setting ............................................................................................... 20

3.3 OSD Setting ................................................................................................ 20

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3.4 Time Setting ................................................................................................ 21

3.5 Restore Default........................................................................................... 21

3.6 STB To STB Upgrade .................................................................................22

4. Games .......................................................................................................... 22

5. Shortcut Key Functions................................................................................. 22

5.1 Electronic Program GUIDE (EPG)..............................................................23

5.2 Program List................................................................................................ 23

5.3 CH CH ............................................................................................ 24

5.4 Favorite List ................................................................................................24

5.5 Audio Select ................................................................................................ 24

5.6 Volume........................................................................................................ 25

5.7 Information .................................................................................................. 25

5.8 Subtitle ........................................................................................................ 25

5.9 Freeze......................................................................................................... 25

5.10 TeleText..................................................................................................... 26

III. Technical Specification................................................................................. 27

IV. Trouble Shooting.......................................................................................... 29

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I. General Information

TEAC and Digital Broadcast Australia highly recommends
that RG6 QUAD SHIELD CABLING and proper crimp
connectors be used when installing this product. This type
of coax cable should run from the aerial directly to the set-top
box where possible.

1. Preface

This receiver is a digital television receiver that allows users with conventional

analogue televisions to enjoy digital programming. Equipped with the latest technology

and design, the receiver is ensured to offer high reliable performance for your digital life.

2. Main Features

 Fully DVB-T/MPEG-2 compliant

 Digital Reception covers VHF & UHF band

 Aspect ratio 4:3 and 16:9

 Teletext & Closed Captioning

 8 favorite channel groups

 Channel search in automatic, manual and network search

 Electronic Program Guide and Information

 S/P DIF digital audio output

 Software upgrade via RS-232 serial port

 Signal level & quality indicator

 Standby with low power consumption

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3. For Your Safety

 Allow clear space around the receiver for sufficient ventilation.

 Do not cover the receiver or place it on a unit that emits heat.

 Use a soft cloth and a mild solution of washing liquid to clean the casing.

 Do not connect or modify cables when the receiver is plugged into mains

power.

 Do not remove the cover.

 Do not allow the unit to be exposed to extreme heat, cold or humid

conditions.

 Never allow liquids, spray or other materials to come into contact with the

inside of the product.

4. General Operation of the Receiver

Throughout this manual you will find that the everyday operation of your

receiver is based on a series of user friendly on screen display and menus.

These menus will help you get the most from your set-top box, guiding you from

installation, channel management, viewing to many other functions.

All functions can be carried out using the buttons on the remote controller, and

some of the functions can also be carried out using the buttons on the front

panel.

Please be aware that new software may change the functionality of the receiver.

Should you experience any difficulties with the operation of your unit, please

consult the TEAC Australia website for more details.

See http://www.teac.com.au

NOTE:

Please be aware that new software may change the functionality of the receiver. The

photos and the function explanations involved in this specification is for

reference only. If there are any mistakes, please refer to the websites listed

above.

& http://stb.teac.com.au

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5. Front Panel

SENSOR: To detect the signal from the remote controller.

ON: The light shows green when the receiver runs normally.

POWER: The light shows red when the receiver is connected to the mains..
ON/OFF: Press to switch between ON and OFF.

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6. Rear Panel

RS232 : Connect to a PC for software upgrade

ANT IN: Connect to your outdoor antenna

LOOP OUT: Continues the RF antenna signal to your VCR or TV.

VIDEO: Connect to the TV using RCA jack

L/R-AUDIO: Connect to a TV or other audio device using the RCA cables provided

Y Pb Pr: Connect to a TV or Monitor with Component input..

S/P DIF: Connects to an amplifier or hi-fi system with an optical digital input.

S-VIDEO: Connect to the S-VIDEO jack of the TV or VCR.

ON / OFF: Main power switch

(serial pass-through cable required)

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7. Remote control unit

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Keys specification

: Toggle between Operation and Standby modes

: Temporarily mutes the sound.

TV/RADIO : Press to switch between TV and Radio channels.
AUDIO : When watching a channel, press for audio languages
TEXT : Press to switch to teletext mode
0-9 : Enter required numbers to select a channel to watch.
MENU : Press to display the Main Menu on the screen.

: Go back to the previous channel.

INFO : Display more information on the current channel.
FAV: Cycles the favorite channel lists.
EXIT : Press to return to the previous menu or escape from a menu item.
CH/VOL: Move cursor up/down/left/right, Page up / down, Volume +/-
OK : Press to execute the selected item in the menu, or to confirm the desired

value in input mode.

P- / P+ :
SUB.T:

Press to page up or down

Used to display closed captioning on the screen. Note that

captions are not available for every program.

EPG : Press to display EPG (Electronic Program Guide) menu

(if available)

ASPECT: Use this key to select your television screen format. Continuously

press this button to toggle through the different screen modes.

FREEZE : Press to toggle between Pause and Play of the channel.

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