DiSEqC
1.2
DIGITAL Receiver
DIGIT 4 S
Motor drive control and software updates via satellite
Operating manual
for reception of free-to-air satellite
programmes
1 Contents
1 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2 Illustrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
3 Please read this first . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Disposal advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Safety advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
4 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4.1 External unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4.2 Connection to a television set . . . . . . . . . . .11
4.3 Video cassette recorder (VCR) . . . . . . . . . .11
4.4 Hi-Fi amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4.4.1 Analogue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4.4.2 Digital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
4.5 Serial interface (RS 232) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
4.6 Mains power connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
5 Initial installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
6 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
6.1 Operating language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
6.2 Basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
6.2.1 Time difference to GMT (hours) . . . . . . . . . .15
6.2.2 Country . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
6.2.3 Remote control code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
6.2.4 Standby clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
6.3 Audio/Video settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
6.3.1 Picture format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
6.3.2 Language (audio signal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
6.3.3 Language (Sub-titles) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
6.3.4 TV SCART mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
6.3.5 VCR SCART mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
6.3.6 Dolby Digital (AC3) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
6.4 Antenna settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
6.4.1 Switching DiSEqC on and off . . . . . . . . . . . .18
6.4.2 Setting the switching matrix . . . . . . . . . . . .18
6.4.3 Additional settings/LNC properties . . . . . . . .19
6.4.4 Rotating antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
7 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
7.1 Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
7.2 Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
7.2.1 Using ther programme up/down keys . . . . . .20
7.2.2 Using the numeric keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
7.2.3 Using the Navigator (programme list) . . . . . .21
7.2.3.1 Selecting a list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
7.2.4 Calling up blocked programmes . . . . . . . . . .22
7.2.5 Information box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
7.3 Volume control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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7.4 Selecting a different language . . . . . . . . . . .22
7.4.1 Dolby Digital (AC3 mode) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
7.5 TV/Radio switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
7.6 Return to last programme selected . . . . . . .23
7.7 Display clock and programme information . .23
7.8 Additional programme information . . . . . . . .24
7.9 Transponder information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
7.10 Freeze frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
7.11 Sleep timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
7.12 Video text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
7.13 Sub-titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
7.14 Electronic Programme Guide SFI . . . . . . . .26
7.14.1 Downloading SFI data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
7.14.2 Interrupting the download procedure . . . . . .27
7.14.3 Display Electronic Programme Guide . . . . . .27
7.14.4 Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
7.14.5 Next . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
7.14.6 More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
7.14.7 SFI functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
7.14.7.1 SFI information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
7.14.7.2 SFI timer programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
7.14.7.3 SFI programme overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
7.14.7.4 SFI overview by programme type (genre) . .30
7.14.8 Terminating SFI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
7.15 Timer recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
8 Changing basic programming . . . . .34
8.1 Configuring the Favourites list . . . . . . . . . . .34
8.1.1 Calling up programme list manager . . . . . . .34
8.1.2 Adding programmes to Favourites list . . . . .35
8.1.3 Deleting programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
8.1.4 Sorting programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
8.2 Programming the EPG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
8.2.1 Selecting a channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
8.2.2 Start category . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
8.2.3 Update time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
8.2.4 Updating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
8.2.5 SFI channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
8.3 Parental control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
8.3.1 Changing unit PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
8.3.2 Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
8.3.3 Selecting channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
8.4 Programme scan (search) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
8.4.1 Automatic scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
8.4.2 Satellite scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
8.4.3 Transponder scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
8.4.4 Manual scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
8.4.5 After the scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
8.5 Service settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
8.5.1 Activate default setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
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8.5.2 Delete all programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
8.5.3 Updating the programme list (ISIPRO) . . . . .46
8.5.3.1 Adapting programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
8.5.3.2 Deleting programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
8.5.3.3 Adding TV resp. radio programmes . . . . . . .47
8.5.4 Update software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
8.5.5 Copying the settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
8.6 System configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
9 Operation with a rotating antenna .49
9.1 Easterly and Westerly limits . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
9.1.1 Delete existing limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
9.1.2 Setting the Eastern limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
9.1.3 Setting the Western limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
9.2 Geo-positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
9.3 Setting a satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
9.3.1 Selecting a satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . .52
9.3.2 Adjusting the satellite antenna . . . . . . . . . . .53
9.3.2.1 Test transponder/LNC configuration . . . . . . .53
9.3.2.2 Positioning antenna manually . . . . . . . . . . .53
9.3.2.3 Automatic fine adjustment (Autofocus) . . . . .54
9.3.3 Saving a satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
9.4 Current satellite list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
9.4.1 Addressing a satellite position . . . . . . . . . . .55
9.5 Deleting a satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
9.6 Reference position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
10 Technical Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
11 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
12 Trouble-shooting guide . . . . . . . . . .61
13 Annexure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
14 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
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2 Illustrations
Back
Volume -
Remote control
On/Stand-by
Language select
Info
Stop
Menu on/off
Sound on/off(mute)
EXTERN
Multifunction keys
TV/Radio mode
Volume +
SFI
Programme -
Programme +
Video text
OK
Arrow key right
Arrow key left
Arrow key up
Arrow key down
Sleep timer
Help
Option
Numeric keys
Audio output
digital (electrical)
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LNCinput
SCART socket
TV
Audio output
digital (optical)
SCART socket
VCR
Mains power socket
Audio outputs
analogue
RS 232
interface
LED display
Programme selec-
tion up/down
On/Standby
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Dear customer,
thank you for selecting the TechniSat DIGIT 4 S digital receiver, and congratulations on your new acquisition.
The operating manual is designed to help you make optimum
use of the comprehensive functions of your new digital receiver.
We have tried to keep the operating instructions as clear and
simple as possible, while at the the same time keeping them
concise and yet comprehensive.
The range of functions of your receiver is currently being
expanded by software updates. This may mean that occasionally operating steps will be added that are not yet described
in this manual, or there may be cases where the operation of
existing functions is changed. For this reason we recommend
that you should visit our Internet homepage from time to time,
as you can download the latest and most current version of the
operating manual from there.
We wish you many years of viewing enjoyment with your
TechniSat DIGIT 4 S digital receiver !
Your
Service Team
3 Please read this first
> Before commencing operation of the unit, please
check that the package contains all the components
that should be included.
The following should be included:
1 digital receiver, 1 mains power cable,
1 remote control, 1 operating manual,
1 guarantee card, 2 batteries (1,5V micro-cell).
> Insert the batteries supplied in the battery compart-
ment of the remote control unit, ensuring correct
polarity as indicated.
> Before connecting the digital receiver, please first read
the security instructions in Chapter 3.
> Chapters 4, 5 and 6 describe how you must con-
nect your digital receiver, and how to set it in accordance with the external installation (dish, LNC, ...),
connecting it to the television set, VCR, etc. These
settings are made once only, and need only be adjusted if there are changes to your external unit, or if
additional components are to be connected.
> Chapter 7 describes all the functions required for
everyday operation, such as programme selection.
> In Chapter 8 you will find information on how to set
new programmes, or how to change the order of programmes in the list.
> Chapter 9 describes the settings required when ope-
rating a rotating antenna motor.
>Technical terms used in the operating manual are
explained in Chapter 10.
>Technical data may be found in Chapter 11.
>Atrouble-shooting guide may be found in Chapter12.
Important operating instructions
Operation of the digital receiver is simplified by the use of socalled "On Screen Displays", this also serves to reduce the
number of keys required on the remote control unit. All functions are displayed on the screen, and can be operated with a
few keys. Related functions are combined in a "MENU". The
function selected is highlighted in colour. The “function keys”
red, yellow, green and blue are indicated by colour bars in the
bottom line. These colour bars represent different functions in
the various menues, which will be activated by pressing the
appropriate coloured key (multifunction key) on the remote
control. The “Function keys” are only active when a brief description is displayed in the appropriate field. Key names and
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terms that are displayed in the OSD menu are printed bold in
this operating manual.
Help: Where available in the menues, pressing the blue
function key will cause a help text to be displayed, pressing
again will remove the text from the screen.
Disposal advice
The packaging for your unit consists entirely of recyclable
material. Please sort the items appropriately, and sort them
for disposal via your local waste disposal system.
Please note that spent batteries (from the remote control) as
well as electronic components should not be disposed of in
your household refuse, but should be disposed of in accordance with your local regulations (special waste, handing
back to outlet where purchased).
Safety advice
For your own protection, please read the safety instructions
carefully before commencing operation of your new unit.
The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for damage
caused by inappropriate operation, or by non-compliance
with safety precautions.
>To ensure adequate ventilation, place the unit on a
smooth horizontal surface, and do not place any
objects on the upper surface of the unit. This surface
has ventilation slots that ensure heat can escape from
the interior of the unit.
> Do not place any burning objects, such as burning
candles, on top of the unit.
> Do not subject the unit to water spray or droplets, and
do not place any objects filled with liquuid, e.g. vases,
on top of the unit.
> The unit may only be operated in a temperate climate.
>
Never open the unit housing! You are in danger of recei-
ving an electric shock. Any necessary repairs should be
carried out only by qualified service personnel.
In the following cases, you should disconnect the unit
from the mains power supply, and consult a qualified
technician:
> the mains cable or the mains plug are damaged
> the unit was exposed to liquid, or liquid has run into
the unit
> in case of significant malfunction
> in case of severe external damage
When not in operation
During an electrical storm, or when the unit will not be used
for a lengthy period of time (ee.g. while you are on holiday),
disconnect the unit from the mains power supply.
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Connecting the DVB receiver to a satellite
installation
a. Connection of the LNC to the LNC input (LNC IN) of the
DVB receiver.
b. Scart connection between the DVB receiver and the
television set.
c. Scart connection from a video player to the VCR Scart
socket of the DVB receiver.
d. Connection of the audio outputs with a hi-fi installation.
e. Mains power connection
VCR
a
e
c
d
b
4 Connections
The references mentioned below, i.e. a b c etc.
refer to the illustration on page 10.
4.1 External installation
a Use a suitable co-axial cable to connect the LNC
input of the digital receiver with the LNC of your
external installation. Please also note Point 6
"Settings".
4.2 Connection to a television set
b Use a SCART cable to connect the receiver (SCART
socket TV) with the television set (SCART socket).
If your television set is appropriately equipped, it will
switch automatically to AV, and thus to satellite reception, when the digital receiver is switched on.
4.3 Video cassette recorder (VCR)
c Connect the video recorder to the SCART socket mar-
ked VCR. In Playback mode, the video recorder will
supply a switching signal to the digital receiver, thus
supplying the video recorder signal automatically to
the television set.
If your video recorder does not supply a switching signal, use the 0/AV key to switch your digital receiver to
the external input AV. Pressing this key again will
return you to normal viewing operation.
4.4 Hi-Fi amplifier
4.4.1 Analogue
d To achieve the best possible sound quality, you may
connect the digital receiver to a Hi-Fi amplifier. Use a
suitable cable to connect the cinch sockets Audio R
and Audio L of the digital receiver with an input of
your Hi-Fi amplifier (e.g. CD or AUX - note that the
Phono input is not suitable).
4.4.2 Digital
d If your amplifier is equipped with a suitable electrical
or optical input, connect the socket AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL electrical resp. AUDIO OUT DIGITAL
optical with the electrical resp. optical input of your
amplifier.
Depending on the station selected, sampling rates of 32,
44.1 and 48 kHz are available.
In addition, if broadcast, the Dolby Digital signal (AC3) is
available at this output.
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4.5 Serial interface (RS 232)
The RS 232 interface is used for operating system updates
as well as for pre-programming via a personal computer PC.
4.6 Mains power connection
The digital receiver should only be connected to the mains
power supply once the unit has been completely connected to
all other components in the system. This helps to avoid
damage to the digital receiver or other components.
e When you have made all the connections, use the
mains power cable supplied to connect the receiver
with the mains power socket (230 V/50-60 Hz).
5 Initial installation
When you have read through the safety instructions, and
have connected the receiver as described in Chapter4, switch
on the unit as described in Chapter 7. When switching on the
unit for the first time, a start window will be displayed, with the
installation assistant AutoInstall. (Fig. 5-1). Use the installation assistant to quickly and simply make the most important
settings on your digital receiver.
To make the settings in each step of the installation, the
remote control keys required are highlighted.
You can abort the initial installation at any time simply by
pressing the red function key. Press the green function key
to go back to the previous step in the installation procedure.
Thus any entries made in error can be quickly corrected.
If you do not implement the initial installation, or if it is not
completed, the receiver will commence operation with a standard pre-programmed configuration.
The initial installation procedure described here serves
merely as an example. The exact initial installation procedu-
re will depend on the settings you select. Please therefore follow the instructions displayed on screen closely.
Operating language:
> Press the OK key to open the display window for the
Operating language. (Fig. 5-2)
> Use the up/down arrow keys to select the desired
operating language.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
Audio language
> Use the up/down arrow keys to select the prefer-
red audio language. (Fig. 5-3)
Once the installation assistant has been completed,
the sorting of programmes in the Favourites list will be
made in accordance with your selection.
>To accept the selection, confirm by pressing OK.
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(Fig. 5-1)
(Fig. 5-2)
(Fig. 5-3)
Country selection
>
Use the arrow keys up/down to select the time zone
corresponding to your country of residence. (Fig. 5-4)
The time will be set automatically depending on your
selection.
> Confirm by pressing OK, to accept your selection,
and proceed to the antenna configuration.
Antenna configuration
In this installation step you can adjust the setting of your digital receiver to the configuration of your antenna.
> If you wish to accept the standard antenna setting,
use the arrow keys up/down to mark the field
Standard and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-5)
In this case continue with the item “Updating
Software”.
> If the configuration of your receiving installation does
not correspond with the standard setting, mark the
field Manual and confirm by pressing OK.
DiSEqC
> If you have DiSEqC components in your receiving
istallation, mark the field Activate and confirm by
pressing OK
(Fig. 5-6). (Additional information on DiSEqC can be
found in Chapter 10, Technical Terms).
Position A/Option A
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the satellite
you wish to receive at the DiSEqC setting Position
A/Option A and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-7)
Position B/Option A
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the satellite
you wish to receive at the DiSEqC setting Position
B/Option A and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-8)
Position A/Option B
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the satellite
you wish to receive at the DiSEqC setting Position
A/Option B and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-9)
Position B/Option B
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the satellite
you wish to receive at the DiSEqC setting Position
B/Option B and confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-10)
In the next step, you should check on the correct configuration of your antenna.
> If you wish to accept the settings entered, use the
arrow keys up/down to mark the field Yes, and
confirm by pressing OK. (Fig. 5-11)
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(Fig. 5-5)
(Fig. 5-6)
(Fig. 5-4)
(Fig. 5-7)
(Fig. 5-8)
Updating Software
When you have completed the antenna settings, the digital
receiver will check whether a new version of the operating
software is available via satellite. In case new software is
available, you can perform an automatic software update.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to select the field
Update, and confirm by pressing OK.(Fig. 5-12)
The new software for your unit will now be downloaded. This procedure may take several minutes.
Searching for programmes / ISIPRO
When checking whether new software is available for the
receiver, the system will also in addition check whether a new
ISIPRO programme list is available. If a new programme
list is available, this can be installed with the aid of the
ISIPRO function.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line ISI-
PRO programme list update. (Fig. 5-13)
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The current programme list will now be downloaded
via satellite. Please note any additional on-screen
messages, as well as the explanation at Point 9.5.3.
If no new ISIPRO programme list is available, or if you do not
wish to download this, please perform a programme scan in
order to find new programmes.
>To do this, use the arrow keys up/down to mark the
field All, if you wish to scan for both free-to-air and encrypted
programmes, or All free, if you wish to scan only for free-toair programmes.
> Confirm your selection by pressing OK, an automatic
programme scan will be started. All the satellites included in the antenna configuration will be scanned for
programmes. This procedure may take several minutes. Please note any messages displayed on screen.
Terminating the installation assistant
> Confirm the final message (Fig. 5-14) of the installa-
tion assistant by pressing OK, this will return you to
normal operation.
6 Settings
You have now made all the necessary connections and commenced operation of your new digital receiver. If necessary,
you can now proceed to optoiise the settings of the digital
receiver according to your preferences.
6.1 Operating language
This menu item gives you the opportunity to set the menu
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(Fig. 5-9)
(Fig. 5-10)
(Fig. 5-11)
(Fig. 5-12)
(Fig. 5-13)
language according to your personal preference.
To change the operating language, proceed as follows:
> Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu.
(Fig. 6-1)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the menu
line Operating language.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu Operating language will be
displayed.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the desired
language.
> Store this selection in memory by pressing OK.
> Press the Back key to return to the Main Menu.
6.2 Basic settings
To ensure optimum enjoyment from your DVB receiver, you
should still make the necessary settings according to your
personal preferences.
> Use the Menu key to display the Main Menu.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The sub-menu Settings
will be displayed (Fig. 6-2)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Basic Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu Basic Settings
will be displayed. (Fig. 6-3)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker
within the menu, and to change the individual posi-
tions as shown. When selecting a menu item please
also note any messages displayed on screen. The fol-
lowing settings may be made:
6.2.1 Time difference to GMT (hours)
Your unit is equipped with a clock. This is synchronised via
satellite with Greenwich Mean Time.
If in the category Country (Point 6.2.2) you have selected
the setting None, then you must simply correct the clock
time corresponding to your local time using the arrow keys
left/right. In the case of Germany, the difference is
+1 hour in winter, +2 hours in summer.
6.2.2 Country
This function enables the automatic change from standard to
daylight savings (summer/winter) time.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to enter your loca-
tion in the line Country.
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(Fig. 5-14)
(Fig. 6-1)
(Fig. 6-2)
(Fig. 6-3)
6.2.3 Remote control code
Your receiver may be operated by means of the remote control unit supplied (remote control code SAT2) or with an optional remote control using the remote control code SAT1. In
this line you must decide whether you wish to allocate the
remote control option SAT1 or SAT2 to your receiver.
>To do this, press down the OK key as well as either
the SAT1 or SAT2 key simultaneously.
Press the Back key to return to the menu Settings,
or press the Menu key to return to normal operation.
The settings will be saved to memory automatically.
6.2.4 Standby clock
In this line you must decide whether the time should be
displayed on the receiver while it is in stand-by mode.
> In this line, use the arrow keys left/right to set the
mode of the standby clock to on or off.
> Press the Back key to return to the menu Settings,
or press the Menu key to return to normal operation.
The settings will be saved to memory automatically.
6.3 Audio/Video settings
To optimise your digital receiver for use with your television
set, you may make further settings in the menu Audio
/Video settings.
> Press the Menu key to display the Main Menu.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu Settings will be displayed.
(Fig. 6-4)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Audio/Video Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu Audio/Video
Settings will be displayed. (Fig. 6-5)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker
within the menu, and to change the individual items as
indicated. When selecting a menu item, please note
any messages displayed on screen. The following settings may be made:
6.3.1 Picture format
> Use the arrow keys left/right to set the picture for-
mat appropriate for your TV set: 4:3 or 16:9. This
function provides the automatic adjustment of the picture format for your television set.
6.3.2 Language (Audio signal)
> Use the arrow keys left/right to select your preferred
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(Fig. 6-4)
(Fig. 6-5)
language in this line. This function will automatically
select the preferred language, where available, follo-
wing a scan.
6.3.3 Language (Sub-titles)
Your DVB receiver is equipped to display sub-titles. If the
sub-title function is activated, and the language selected is
being broadcast, these will be displayed automatically.
If the function is not activated, sub-titles can be switched on
manually. The availability of sub-titles is indicated by display
of the message Sub-title selection. Please also note
Point 7.13 of the operating manual.
6.3.4 TV SCART mode
In this line, use the arrow keys left/right to set the parameter according to your TV set, to FBAS, RGB or S-Video.
For standard sets, select FBAS.
6.3.5 VCR SCART mode
In this line, use the arrow keys left/right to select the
parameter according to your TV set: FBAS or
S-Video. For standard sets, select FBAS.
6.3.6 Dolby Digital (AC3)
Various movies are broadcast in Dolby Digital format. This is
indicated by display of the Dolby logo in the information
window, once the programme has been selected.
If you have a Digital 5.1 channel amplifier, you can, where
available, enjoy 5.1 channel Dolby Digital sound with specific
movies. The only requirement is that the digital output Audio
Out Digital (see Point 4.5.2) of your DVB receiver must be
connected with the digital input of your Dolby Digital 5.1
channel amplifier.
If a programme is being broadcast in Dolby Digital sound,
this will be indicated by display of the Dolby logo when you
swith to the programme. If the Dolby Digital function (AC3) is
activated (on), these programmes will automatically be
reproduced in Dolby Digital format.
If the function is not activated (off) , Dolby Digital sound can
also be switched on manually. Please also note Point 7.5.1 of
the operating manual.
6.4 Antenna settings
When you have completed adjusting your digital receiver to
your individual preferences, you may, if required, still have to
set your digital receiverin accordance with your antenna. In
the menu Antenna settings you will find the satellites
selected by the installation assistant. If the installation assistant was terminated prematurely, the satellite positions
ASTRA and EUTELSAT are pre-programmed.
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If you wish to receive other satellites, or are using a different
type of LNC, adjust your digital receiveras follows for your
requirements:
> Press the Menu key to display the Main Menu.
(Fig. 6-6)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The menu Settings will be displayed. (Fig. 6-7)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Antenna Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu Antenna
Settings will be displayed. (Fig. 6-8)
The following settings can be made in this sub-menu:
6.4.1 Switching DiSEqC on or off
DiSEqC (Digital Satellite Equipment Control) is a digital switching signal used to control DiSEqC-compatible components
via the antenna cable. If your external installation is equipped
with DiSEqC components, you must switch on the DiSEqC
control:
> In this line, use the OK key to switch DiSEqC on or
off.
As only one LNC can be addressed if the DiSEqC
control is switched off, the menu is restricted to the
configuration of a single LNC.
6.4.2 Setting the switching matrix
Four switching criteria for the DiSEqC control are indicated in
the menu. You receiver is pre-programmed, so that ASTRA
will be received at switching position A/A and Eutelsat at switching position B/A of a multi-switch. Should your receiving
installation be configured differently, or should you receive
other satellites, you can adjust the settings of your digital
receiver to your antenna as follows.
> Use the arrow keys to select the DiSEqC switch
position (1-4) you wish to allocate to a particular satellite (e.g.. A/B 3 No Satellite), and mark this line.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
A table will be displayed, allowing you to select from
various satellites.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the selected
satellite. The arrow keys up/down will move the
marker up or down the list one line at a time, use the
arrow keys left/right to move back or forward one
page at a time.
If the satellite you are looking for is not included in the
list, please select a reserve position, designated User
1 to User 14.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The selected satellite will
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(Fig. 6-6)
(Fig. 6-7)
(Fig. 6-8)
now be added to the menu Antenna Settings at
the previously marked position.
Now proceed to enter the data in the menu Antenna
Settings, until the data in this menu corresponds with that
of your antenna installation. For any switching criteria not
required select the setting No Satellite.
6.4.3 Additional LNC settings/LNC properties
When you have completed setting the switching matrix of
your DVB receiver in accordance with your antenna installation, you should check the remaining settings for the reception installation, and adjust the settings where necessary.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to move the marker
to the column Configuration.
> In the line on which you wish to check or adjust the
settings, use the arrow keys up/down to mark the
field Continue.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
A sub-menu will be displayed, allowing you to adjust
LNC settings or to set up a test transponder. (Fig. 6-9)
The following settings can be made:
LNC Type
> In this line, use the arrow keys left/right to enter
the type of LNC you are using. The options available
are Single LNC, Quatro LNC, DisiCon 1 LNC,
DisiCon 2 LNC, DisiCon 4 LNC, C-Band LNC
and a User LNC for manual entry of LNC data.
> Press OK to accept the setting.
Test transponder
The following items of this menu should only be entered if
you wish to check the signal of a satellite.
Transponder frequency
In this line, use the numeric keys to enter a frequency on
which digital programmes are broadcast.
Polarisation
Use the arrow keys up/down to enter the desired polarisation plane (horizontal or vertical).
Symbol rate
The symbol rate indicates the volume of data being
transmitted per second. This could be, for instance, 27500
(i.e. 27500 symbols per second). Enter the appropriate
symbol rate using the numeric keys.
User LNC
If you have entered User LNC under the DiSEqC type,
additional settings may be made:
LOFlow band
LOF (Local oscillator frequency) is the frequency at which an
LNC converts the frequency received into the so-called 1.
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A B
Position
Output
A B
Position
Output
A B
Option
Output
Example:
(Fig. 6-9)
intermediate frequency, which then can be received and interpreted by the digital receiver. So-called Universal LNCs work
with 2 LOFs, in order to cover the entire reception range from
10.7 to 11,8 GHz (low-band) and 11,7 to 12,75 GHz (highband).
> In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the LOF
of the Low Band of yourLNC.
LOF high band
> In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the LOF
of the High Band of yourLNC.
Transition LOF low/high
> In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the
frequency at which the LNC makes the transition from
the Low Band to the High Band.
> Press OK to accept the setting.
Signal/Quality
Provided you have entered the data for the test transponder
correctly, these lines will indicate the signal strength and
quality.
6.4.4 Rotating antenna
If you are using the digital receiver in conjunction with a
rotating antenna equipped with a DiSEqC motor (Level 1.2),
switch the DiSEqC control (Point 6.4.1) on and please
note Point 9 of the operating manual.
7 Operation
7.1 Switching on and off
> Switch the digital receiver on by pressing the
On/Standby key, either on the receiver or on the
remote control.
> Press the same key again, either on the receiver or on
the remote control, to switch it off again.
> The receiver is now in standby mode, and the time will
be shown in the display of the receiver (if activated as
per Point 6.2.4).
If the current time is not displayed, this must still be
acquired by the receiver. To do this, switch the unit on,
and set it to receive a major channel such as ZDF for
about 30 seconds, during which time the clock setting
will be automatically acquired.
7.2 Selecting a programme
7.2.1 Using the Programme up/down keys
>You may use the programme keys up/down eit-
her on the receiver or on the remote control to switch
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up or down one programme slot at a time.
7.2.2 Using the numeric keys
>You may use the numeric keys to enter the desired
programme number.
For example:
1 for programme slot 1
1, then 4 for programme slot 14
2, then 3, then 4 for programme slot 234
When entering prtogramme numbers consisting of several
digits, you have approximately 3 seconds after pressing a
key to complete the entry.
If you wish to enter a programme number consisting of only
one or two digits, you can speed up the switching procedure
by holding down the key on the last digit a little longer.
7.2.3 Using the Navigator (Programme list)
> Press OK.
The programme list navigator will be displayed. In TV
mode, only TV programmes will be shown, and only
radio programmes when in Radio mode. The program-
me currently selected is marked. (Fig. 7-1)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the
desired programme.
> Press the OK key to display the marked programme.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the market
in the list by one line at a time.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to move back and
forth in the list one page at a time.
7.2.3.1 Selecting a list
You receiver is equipped with several programme lists, designed to make it easier for you to find a programme. You may
select your Favourites list (see Point 8.1), or view the
alphabetically sorted Total List, or view a list sorted by
Providers.
> Press the OK key. The active programme list will be
displayed.
> Use the red function key Category to open a win-
dow showing the types of programme lists
(Favourites list, Provider lists and Total list).
The active type of programme list is marked. (Fig. 7-2)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select a type of
programme list, e.g. Total list.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The alphabetically sorted total list will be displayed,
containing all programmes. (Fig. 7-3)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the pro-
gramme you wish to view.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
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(Fig. 7-1)
(Fig. 7-2)
(Fig. 7-3)
7.2.4 Calling up blocked programmes
If a programme is selected that has been blocked by the
parental control function, the message Unit PIN will be
displayed on screen. (Fig. 7-4)
> Use the numeric keys to enter your PIN code. The
desired programme can now be viewed.
or
> Switch to a programme that is not blocked.
If you have selected the setting on under Point 8.3.2, the
request for the PIN code will be displayed every time you
select a blocked programme. However, to make operation
more convenient for you, the PIN code must be entered only
once during an operating phase.
7.2.5 Information box
Every time you switch programmes, an information box will be
displayed briefly (Fig. 7-5) showing the programme slot as
well as the name of the programme selected. In addition,
other programme characteristics will be indicated, for example
for video text, for a 16/9 format programme, for
encrypted programmes. Also, where broadcast, the EPG
genre will be displayed, plus any age restriction (FSK =
Freiwillige Selbstkontrolle der Filmwirtschaft in Germany).
7.3 Volume control
Your digital receiver is equipped for volume control. This
makes operation of the receiver more convenient, as you thus
have all important functions combined on the remote control
of the receiver, and will only rarely have to use the remote
control of your television set. When the digital receiver is switched on, sound volume will be set at the level last used.
> Adjust the volume of your digital receiver using the
Volume + key to increase the volume, and Volume
- to decrease the volume.
> Press the Sound on/off key to mute the sound,
press the key again to switch sound back on again.
7.4 Selecting a different language
If a programme is broadcast in several languages, or with multichannel sound, this information will be displayed (Fig. 7-6) on
screen. You may then proceed as follows to select a different
language or a different sound channel:
> Press the key Language Select. A list will now be
displayed (Fig. 7-7) on screen, indicating the langua-
ges currently available.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the desired
language, and confirm by pressing OK.
You may now listen to the programme in the language selected. Your digital receiver is also equipped to receive monaural
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(Fig. 7-4)
(Fig. 7-5)
(Fig. 7-7)
(Fig. 7-6)
programmes.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to choose between
Mono channel 1 ( ), Mono channel 2 ( ) and
Stereo ( ).
7.4.1 Dolby Digital (AC3 mode)
Where a programme is broadcast with Dolby Digital sound,
this will be indicated by the Dolby logo in the information box
when you switch to the programme. If you have switched on
the Dolby Digital (AC3) function in accordance with Point
6.3.6, this programme will then automatically be reproduced
in this format.
If you have not enabled the Dolby Digital (AC3) function,
you can switch to AC3 mode manually as follows:
> Press the Language Select key. Where available,
a list of the currently available languages and Dolby
Digital (AC 3) wawill be displayed on screen.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Dolby Digital.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
You can now enjoy Dolby Digital sound for this programme. If
you would like your receiver to reproduce Dolby
Digitalbroadcasts automatically, proceed to make the settings
as described in Point 6.3.6 for automatic AC3 reproduction.
7.5 TV/Radio switching
The pre-programmed settings include both radio and TV programmes.
> Press the TV/Radio key to switch the digital receiver
to radio mode. The receiver will now switch to the
radio programme last selected.
> Press the TV/Radio key again to revert to the TV
programme last selected.
7.6 Return to last programme selected
> Pressing the Back key on the remote control will take
you back to the last programme previously selected.
> Press the key again to return to the programme pre-
viously selected.
7.7 Display time and programme information
This function allows you to see programme information related to the programme currently selected.
> Press the Info key to display information on the pro-
gramme currently selected (Fig. 7-8).
The bottom half of the screen will now show the current time,
the name of the channel selected, the name of the current
programme being shown, as well as the starting and ending
times of this programme, in as far as this data is broadcast
by the provider.
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(Fig. 7-8)
7.8 Additional programme information
Where available, the programme information function can
also provide further information on the currently selected programme.
> Press the Info key twice to open an additional infor-
mation window (Fig. 7-9) . Additional information on
the current programme will be displayed.
>You can scroll through lengthy information text one line
at a time using the arrow keys left/right.
> Where this information is broadcast, pressing the Info
key once more will display information on the following
programme.
> Pressing the Info key once more will switch off the
information display.
7.9 Transponder information
> Press the OK key to call up the Navigator.
> Use the arrow keys to mark the programme on
which you would like to view the data.
> Press the Option key to display the data of the trans-
ponder selected (Fig. 7-10).
>You may use the coloured function keys to also view
additional Audio/Video information, Programme
information as well as, where relevant,information on
the encryption system (CA) in use.
> Exit from the information function by pressing the
Menu key.
7.10 Freeze frame
> Press the Freeze Frame key to view the current
image as a still picture.
> Press the same key again to return to normal opera-
tion.
7.11 Sleep timer
> Press the Sleep Timer key once or repeatedly to set
the switch-off time of the receiver in the range of
15 minutes to 2 hours.
When the selected time has elapsed, the receiver will
switch automatically to Standby mode.
7.12 Video text
7.12.1 Using the video text decoder of your
television set
Wherever it is broadcast, video text will be supplied to your
television set. To operate the video text display, use the remote control of your television set. If you experience problems
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(Fig. 7-9)
(Fig. 7-10)
with your television set, such as overlapping of video text and
picture content, you should set your digital receiver to FBAS
mode (Point 6.3.4).
7.12.2 Using the internal video text decoder
As an alternative, you may use the integrated TOP video text
decoder to display the information. With TOP video text all
text pages are automatically divided into groups and blocks,
which makes the video text more readable.
> Switch to the programme on which you wish to view
video text information.
> Press the Videotext key to switch on the video text
display. (Fig. 7-11)
> Use the numeric keys to enter the video text page
you wish to view. Your entry will be displayed in the
top left hand corner of the screen. Once you have
entered the desired video text page, the receiver will
search for the appropriate page.
As not all video text pages can be transmitted simultaneously, it may take a few seconds for your receiver to
find the correct page, and to display it on the television screen.
All video text providers use page 100 to show the
index to contents.
> Use the red resp. green keys to page forward or
backward one page at a time.
> Use the yellow function key to display the video text
group shown in the yellow field.
> Use the blue function key to display the video text
block shown in the blue field.
Mixed operation
> Pressing the Videotext key again will switch to
mixed operation, i.e. both video text and TV picture
will be shown simultaneously on the screen.
> Press this key again to return to normal operation.
Stop paging
> Press the Freeze frame key,and the upper left cor-
ner of the video text window will display the message
“Stop”. This stops the continued paging through the
video text sub-pages. Press the Freeze frame key
again to disable the Stop operation again.
> Press the Back key to return to normal operation.
7.13 Sub-titles
Where sub-titles are broadcast, this is indicated by displaying
the message Select Sub-title. If you have enabled the
Sub-title function in accordance with Point 6.3, these will be
automatically displayed, with the provision that they are being
broadcast in the language selected.
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VT group VT block
(Fig. 7-11)
If the sub-titles are only being broadcast in other languages,
or are only available via video text, you can switch the display
on manually as follows.
> Press the Option key, if necessary several times,
until the entry Sub-titles is displayed, showing a
selection table of sub-title languages and/or video text
pages carrying sub-titles broadcast.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the desired
language/video text page.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The sub-titles will now be
displayed.
Please note that these functions are only available when subtitles are actually being transmitted. This setting will not be
retained after switching programmes.
7.14 Electronic Programme Guide SFI
(SSiehFFern IInfo)
Your digital receiver is equipped with an electronic programme guide. This means that you can display information relating to one or more programmes on your screen.
This enables you to obtain a very quick overview of programmes currently running, or of the day’s programmes, or those
of the next day.
The SFI functions allow you to:
- display information on programme contents on your
screen
- pre-select programmes, which will be selected auto-
matically when the programme/show starts
- programme timer functions
- search for and select programmes according to type
(genre).
7.14.1 Downloading SFI data
The programme information will be updated by your receiver
at the update time set in accordance with Point 8.2 (SFI
channel). The pre-requisite for this is that your receiver must
be in stand-by mode at this time.
The download procedure will be indicated by the message
Load SFI o n the display. If your receiver is switched on and
in operation at this time, the function will not be executed.
You may also start the dowload procedure manually, simply
by pressing the SFI key immediately after switching off the
receiver (i.e. while the display shows “Stand-by”). While the
download procedure is in progress, the message Load SFI
will appear in the display, followed by a record of the volume
of SFI data already downloaded (e.g. 38%).
The duration of the downloading procedure will depend on
the number of programmes included. Programmes can be
shown a maximum of seven days in advance. Based on the
volume of data involved, the more programmes are included,
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the shorter is the period for which preview information can be
included in the electronic programme guide.
You can decide for yourself which programmes are to be
included in the electronic programme guide. These can then
be added to the list as described in Point 8.1.5.
7.14.2 Interrupting the download procedure
The download procedure may be interrupted by switching on
the digital receiver (On/Standby key). The SFI data downloaded at the previous download will then still be available.
7.14.3 Display electronic programme guide
> Switch on both the digital receiver and your television
set.
> Press the SFI key on the remote control of the digital
receiver.
The electronic programme guide will now be displayed
on the screen (Fig. 7-12). Here, the programmes you
have selected, or the programmes included in the factory default settings, will be displayed with their current programmes (see also Point 8.2). You can now
also use the SFI function to obtain information on the
contents of various programmes.
In addition, you may use the SFI functions to select a
particular programme, to pre-select a programme, or
to set a timer for a programme.
7.14.4 Now
(table with current programme contents)
The first SFI table to be displayed is the “Now” table (Fig. 7-
12) showing the programmes currently broadcast. The yellow
bar to the right of the programme name indicates the elapsed
time of the current programme. The programme currently
selected is marked.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker
through the list one line at a time. To move the marker
one page at a time, use the arrow keys left/right.
> The SFI functions (Point 7.14.3) are now available for
use.
> Press the yellow function key to go to the SFI table
“Next” (see Point 7.14.5)
or
> Press the TV/Radio key to return to normal opera-
tion.
7.14.5 Next
> Use the yellow function key to call up the table
"Next" (following programmes). (Fig. 7-13)
> All the SFI function s are available (Point 7.14.3).
> Press the yellow function key to go to the SFI table
“More” (Point 7.14.6)
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(Fig. 7-12)
(Fig. 7-13)
or
> Press either the green function key or the Back key
to return to the previous SFI table “Now”
or
> Press the TV/Radio key to return to normal operation.
7.14.6 More
> Pressing the yellow function key again while the SFI
table “Next” is displayed will take you to the SFI table
“More”. (Fig. 7-14)
In thios table, an additional time window is shown in
the title line. The time of the SFI table is displayed in
this window.
> Press the yellow function key to page forward by the
time period shown in the yellow coloured field.
> Hold down the yellow function key to page forward
continuously. A clock is displayed to give you a better
overview.
Press the green function key in the same way to
page backward through the tables.
The individual days of the week are displayed along
the bottom of the screen. If information relating to the
following days is available, the appropriate fields will
be marked.
>To obtain a preview for a specific day, either press the
numeric key corresponding to the day of the week.
or
Press the Back key to return to the table “Next”.
7.14.7 SFI functions
To execute the following SFI functions, call up the SFI as
described in Point 7.14.3.
7.14.7.1 SFI Information
Use the SFI Info to obtain brief information on the marked
channel or programme. If SFI information is available, this is
indicated by a next to the appropriate programme.
> Use either the arrow keys or the function keys to
mark the desired programme.
> Press the SFI key to display the inform ation.
You can scroll or page through lengthy information text
using the arrow keys.
> Press the Back key to return to the previous table.
7.14.7.2 SFI timer programming
The electronic programme guide SFI allows you to programme timer events with particular ease.
> Use the arrow keys or the function keys to mark
the desired programme.
> Press the red function key Timer to open a selection
window.
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(Fig. 7-14)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the required
Timer type (see Point 7.15.1.2).
> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu Manage timer
showing the data relating to the programme selected
will be displayed, so that you can check on the cor-
rectness. If required, you can make changes in this
menu (see 7.15).
> Press the Back key to return to the previous table.
The relevant line is marked. Depending on the timer
type in use, the receiver will now be switched on at
the commencement of the selected programme. If the
receiver was switched on by means of the video
recorder timer, this will be indicated by the message
“rEc” shown in the display.Most of the functions of the
remote control are disabled at this stage, to avoid
accidental interruption of the recording.
In stand-by mode, an active timer is indicated by the
colon in the time display blinking, or by the LED.
Deleting a SFI timer event
> If you would like to cancel a timer event programmed
via the SFI, proceed as described above, to mark the
appropriate programme.
> Press the red function key Timer to open a selection
window.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Delete Timer.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
>To abort an active timer, switch of the digital receiver
using the On/Standby key.
> Press the same key again to switch the receiver on
again, and full functionality will be restored.
7.14.7.3 SFI programme overview
Use the SFI programme overview to display a table with the
day’s programmes of a single channel. To do this, proceed as
follows:
> Press the SFI key.
The SFI table “Now” will be displayed.
> Press the blue function key SFI Menu to open a
selection window.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Programmes.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The day’s overview of the
programme selected will be displayed. (Fig. 7-15)
> Use the arrow keys to move the marker to the des-
ired programme or time.
The individual days of the week will be shown along
the lower edge of the screen.
If information is available for the following days, the
appropriate fields will be marked.
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(Fig. 7-15)
>To display the programme contents for a specific day,
use the numeric keys to enter the number for the
appropriate day.
Display SFI overview for other programmes
> Press the green function key Programmes.
A list of SFI programmes will be displayed.
(Fig. 7-16)
>You can now use the arrow keys to mark the des-
ired programme.
> Press the OK key to display the SFI overview of the
programme selected.
7.14.7.4 SFI overview by programme type (genre)
If you are interested in specific types of programmes, you can
view programme information sorted by specific categories, or
genres, e.g. movies, news, etc..
> Press the SFI key. The SFI table “Now” will be
displayed.
> Press the blue function key SFI Menu to open a
selection window.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Genres.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
>
Use the green function key Genres to open a window
showing the programme types available. (Fig. 7-17)
> Use the arrow keys to select the desired program-
me type, and confirm by pressing OK.
An overview for the day will be displayed showing only
programmes of the type selected. (Fig. 7-18)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker
to the desired programme.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to page through the
list a page at a time.
The individual days of the week are displayed along
the bottom of the screen. If information for the follo-
wing days is available, the appropriate fields will be
marked.
>To display the programme contents of a specific day,
use the numeric keys to enter the number corre-
sponding to the day of the week.
7.14.8 Terminating SFI
> Press either the Menu or the TV/Radio
key to return to normal operation.
7.15 Timer recordings
Your receiver is equipped with video recorder timers as well
as with programme switching timers. In terms of their programming, these timers differ only in that the relevant type of
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(Fig. 7-17)
(Fig. 7-16)
(Fig. 7-18)
timer is specified.
You may programme the timers manually as described in this
chapter, or by means of the SFI function as described in
Point 7.14.7.2.
1. Video recorder timer
When you use a video recorder timer, your digital receiver
will be switched on resp. off for the programme selected, so
that it may be recorder, e.g. on a video recorder, in your
absence. Please note that you must programme your video
recorder appropriately to record the programme.
If the receiver was switched on by a video recorder timer,
this will be indicated by the message “rEc” in the display. In
this mode, most of the functions of the remote control are
disabled, to avoid an accidental interruption of the recording.
In stand-by mode, an active timer will be indicated by a blinking of the colon in the time display resp. in the LED.
2. Programme change time
If your receiver is in normal operating mode,it will switch to
the programmed programme slot at the time selected. In contrast to the setting for a video recorder timer, the controls
remain fully functional, and the receiver will not be switched
off at the end of the programme.
Manual programming of timers
> Press the Menu key to display the Main Menu.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the item
Manage timer.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu Manage timer will be displayed.
(Fig..7-19)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the type of
timer you wish to programme.
> Press the OK key to go to the entry window in order
to programme a new timer event. (Fig. 7-20)
To programme an event, proceed as follows:
Source
> Use the arrow keys to mark the column Source.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> In the selection window that will now be displayed,
use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired
source (TV or Radio).
> Confirm by pressing OK.
Depending on the previous setting, either the TV or
the radio programme list will now be displayed.
> Now use the arrow keys to mark the desired pro-
gramme.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker
around the list one line at a time.
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(Fig. 7-19)
(Fig. 7-20)
> Use the arrow keys left/right to move around the
list one page at a time.
> Press the OK key to accept a programme into the
timer memory.
Date
> Use the arrow keys to mark the column Date.
> Use the numeric keys to enter the date (in 4-digit
format) on which the timer event is to take place.
Start
> Use the arrow keys to mark the column Start.
> In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the star-
ting time for the timer.
Stop
> Repeat the steps as for “Start”in order to enter the
stopping, or ending time (except in the case of pro-
gramme change timers).
Repeat
> Use the arrow keys to mark the column Rep.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
A selection window will be displayed, presenting
various repeat options.
1x Timer active once
T Daily repeat
1 W Repeat once per week
1-5 Repeat only on weekdays
6-7 Repeat only on weekends
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired
function.
> Press OK to accept the setting into memory.
Accepting data into memory
> When you have completed the programming, press
the yellow function key Accept, to accept the data
into memory.
If under the heading Programme you have selected
a programme that is blocked in terms of Point 8.3, you
will first have to enter the PIN code before the data
can be transferred to memory.
> Press the TV/Radio key to return to normal operation.
Timer overview
The timer overview function gives you an overview of all timer
events already programmed.
>To go to the menu Timer overview, call up the
menu Manage timer as described above.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Timer overview.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
If there are overlapping timer events, these overlaps will
be marked in red.
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Change timer programming
>To change an existing timer setting, use the arrow
keys up/down to mark the timer event you wish to
change.
> Press the yellow function key Change to go to the
settings of the marked timer. Make the changes as
described in Point 7.15.1.2.
> When you have completed the programming, press
the yellow function key Accept to accept the data
into memory.
Delete timer programming
>To delete an existing timer setting, use the arrow
keys up/down to mark the setting.
> Press the green function key Delete.
A message will be displayed: “Do you really want to
delete this timer?”
> Use the arrow keys left/right to select Yes .
>To delete the timer setting, confirm by pressing OK.
Programming a new timer event
>To programme a new timer event, use the arrow
keys up/down to mark a blank line in the menu
Timer overview.
> Press the yellow function key New to go to the
entry window allowing you to programme a new timer
event. Complete this in accordance with Point
7.15.1.2.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the additio-
nal window displayed: Type.
> Confirm by pressing OK. A window showing the timer
types available will be displayed.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired
timer type.
>To accept the timer type, confirm by pressing OK.
> When you have completed the programming, press
the yellow function key Accept to accept the data
into memory.
Please note!!!
Please ensure that the receiver has acquired the time. This
will be shown in the display while the unit is in stand-by
mode. If this is not the case, leave the receiver switched on
to a major programme such as ZDF for approximately 30
seconds, so that the receiver can acquire the current time.
Now the time should be shown in the display while the receiver is in stand-by mode (provided this was activated in Point
6.2.4).
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8 Changing the basic programming
8.1 Configuring the Favourites list
This chapter describes how you can change the pre-programming of your digital receiver as well as the Favourites programme list in accordance with your own preferences. This
function is also required to sort newly found programmes into
the programme list after a programme scan has been performed.
In this regard you should know the following: your receiver is
equipped with two programme lists, the Favourites list
and the Total list. The Favourites programme list includes
all the programmes you have accepted into the list according
to the procedure described below. The Total list includes all
programmes.
In addition, this chapter describes how you can delete programmes, block access to programmes via the parental control function, or accept programmes into the EPG. When calling up the programme list via the OK key, the Favourites
programme list will be displayed.
8.1.1 Calling up programme list management
To customise the Favourites list, proceed as follows:
> Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu.
(Fig. 8-1)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Manage TV lists, in order to work on the TV list, or
Manage Radio lists, in order to work on the radio
list.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The programme list management required to work on
the respective Favourites list (TV or Radio list) will be
displayed. (Fig. 8-2)
The Favourites list will be displayed on the right half of
the screen. This is now active, with the currently selected programme being marked. The alphabetically sorted Total list will be displayed on the left half of the
screen.
The Total list includes all available programmes.
> Press the red function key to move the marker to the
Total list. This is now active.
> Press the red function key again to display a selec-
tion window. Here you have the option of sorting the
Total list according to various selection criteria (e.g. all
programmes, all free-to-air, all new programmes, all
programmes found, all English programm es, etc.) or
sorted by Provider.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired
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(Fig. 8-1)
(Fig. 8-2)
programme list (e.g. Total list).
> Confirm by pressing OK.
An additional selection window will now be displayed.
(Fig. 8-3)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to specify the
criterion according to which the Total list is to be sor-
ted. For instance, select All programmes, to
display all available programmes in the Total list, or
All new, to display only programmes newly found by
the most recent scan, or All English, to display only
English-language programmes.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
Now, depending on your selection, a programme list containing e.g. all programmes, all new or all English-language programmes will be displayed. Programmes already included in
the Favourites list are indicated by a check-mark.
> Press the red function key Programmes resp.
the green function key TV List you can switch back and
forth between the Favourites list and the Total list. The currently active list will be indicated by a blue marker.
8.1.2 Adding programmes to the Favourites list
To accept programmes from the Total list into the Favourites
list, call up the programme list management as described in
Point 8.1.1, and go to the Total list.
> Press the blue function key Functions.
A selection window showing the available functions
will be displayed. (Fig. 8-4)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the item
Add.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark a program-
me you wish to accept into the Favourites list.
> Press the yellow function key Add to accept the
marked programme into the Favourites list.
Marking blocks of programmes
To mark several programmes simultaneously, proceed
as follows:
> Press the OK key to go to the selection mode.
The marked programme will be indicated by a cross
on the left of the programme.
>You may now use the arrow keys up/down to
mark the previous or following programmes as well.
> When you have completed marking the desired pro-
grammes in this manner, press the yellow function
key Add to add the marked programmes to the
Favourites list.
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(Fig. 8-3)
(Fig. 8-4)
8.1.3 Deleting programmes
8.1.3.1 Removing (deleting) from the Favourites list
To remove programmes from the Favourites list, call up the
programme list management as described in Point 8.1.1. The
Favourites list will be displayed and active.
> Press the blue function key Functions.
A selection window showing the available functions will
be displayed. (Fig. 8-5)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Delete.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark a program-
me you wish to delete from the list.
> Press the yellow function key Delete.
The message will be displayed: “Do you really want to
delete the programme(s) from the list?”.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to select Yes or No.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
>To remove several programmes simultaneously, mark
these as described in 8.1.2 (Marking blocks of
programmes).
> When you have completed marking the desired pro-
grammes in this manner, press the yellow function
key Delete.
The message will be displayed:“Do you really want to
delete the programme(s)?”.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to select Yes or No.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The programmes deleted in this manner will, however, remain
in the Total list, and can be added to the Favourites list again
at any time.
8.1.3.2 Deleting from the Total list
To remove programmes from the Total list, proceed as described in Point 8.1.3.1. However, after calling up the programme
list management, press the red function key Programmes
to
first switch to the Total list, then select the function Delete.
8.1.4 Sorting programmes
To sort the order of programmes in the Favourites list according to your preferences, call up the programme list management as described in Point 8.1.1. The Favourites list will be
displayed and active.
> Press the blue function key Functions. A window
showing the available functions will be displayed.
(Fig. 8-6)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Sort.
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(Fig. 8-5)
(Fig. 8-6)
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the
programme you wish to place at a different position in
the list.
> Now press the yellow function key Sort. A double
arrow will appear next to the programme selected.
> Now use either the arrow keys up/down or the
numeric keys to place the programme at the position in the programme list where you would like to
place it.
> Press the yellow function key Sort to enter the new
position of the programme into memory.
>To sort several programmes simultaneously, mark
these as described in 8.1.2 (Marking blocks of
programmes).
> Now press the yellow function key Sort. A double
arrow will appear next to the block of programmes
selected.
> Now use either the arrow keys up/down or the
numeric keys to place the programme block at the
position in the programme list where you would like to
place it.
> Press the yellow function key Sort to enter the new
position of the programme block into memory.
> When you have completed configuring the programme
list according to your preferences in this manner,
press the Menu key to return to normal operation.
8.2 Programming the electronic programme guide
Your receiver is equipped with the facility of receiving a data
channel with additional SFI data via ASTRA satellite system
(19°East). This gives you a preview of SFI data of up to a
week in advance.
> Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu Settings will be displayed.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Programme guide.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu Programme
guide will be displayed. (Fig. 8-7)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker
within the menu, and to change the various positions
as shown. When selecting a menu item, please also
note any messages displayed on screen.
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(Fig. 8-7)
8.2.1 Selecting a channel
To obtain a better overview, you can programme the electronic programme guide SFI so that this contains only your
favourite programmes.
Please note:
The larger the number of programmes included in the electronic guide, the longer will it take to download the SFI data! In
addition, the maximum preview period of 7 days in advance
may not be possible if too many programmes are included in
the electronic programme guide.
> Press the OK key. The Favourites list of the category
selected (Radio or TV) will be displayed. The program-
me currently selected will be marked. (Fig. 8-8)
> Switch between the TV and radio lists by pressing the
green function key.
> Press the red function key to display a selection win-
dow. Here you have the option of selecting the desired
type of programme list.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired
type of programme list
(e.g. Favourites list).
> Confirm by pressing OK. The programme list selected
will be displayed.
> Use the arrow keys to mark a programme you wish
to include in the electronic programme guide.
> Press the yellow function key SFI to include the
marked programme in the electronic programme
guide.
>To include several programmes in the electronic pro-
gramme guide simultaneously, proceed as described
in 8.1.2 (Marking blocks of programmes).
> When you have completed marking the desired pro-
grammes in this manner, press the yellow function
key SFI to include the marked programmes in the
electronic programme guide.
> Press the Menu key to return to normal operation.
You may now start the downloading procedure manually:
> Use the On/Standby key to switch the receiver off
(Standby).
> Now, while “Standby” is shown in the display, press
the SFI key.
The receiver will now carry out the downloading proce-
dure. This will be indicated by the message SFLd
shown in the display, followed by the percentage of
SFI data already downloaded.
> The downloading procedure can be interrupted by
switching on the digital receiver (On/Standby key).
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(Fig. 8-8)
8.2.2 Start category
The electronic programme guide provides various types of
presentation (categories).
Overview
This form of presentation provides a quick overview of all
programmes included in the electronic programme guide.
Programmes
In this form of presentation, a table showing the day’s programmes for a single channel is displayed.
Genres
If you are interested in specific types of programmes, such as
movies, news, etc., you can have the programmes displayed
by type, or genre.
Last used
When using this setting, each time you call up the SFI the
presentation form last used will be displayed.
> In this line, use the arrow keys left/right to select
the form of presentation to be used whenever the
electronic programme guide is called up.
> If you select Genres,you can then proceed to use the
arrow keys to select your preferred genre (e.g.
movies, news, shows, sport, etc.).
8.2.3 Updating time
> In the line Updating time use the numeric keys
to set the time at which the automatic download of SFI
data is to be carried out.
8.2.4 Updating
>To receive the data channel, mark the line Update.
> Set this to On by pressing OK.
If you do not wish to receive the additional data, or if you are
unable to receive the data because of your location, you can
switch off the data reception function:
> Set the line Update to Off in order to switch off the
data reception function.
8.2.5 SFI channel
> Press the OK key to display the sub-menu SFI
Channel (Fig. 8-9).
>To start the updating of SFI data manually, press the
red function key Star t now.
If the parameters applicable to the data channel used to
download the SFI list have changed, you can use this
menu to correct the parameters. The current transponder data is available from specialist retailers.
Generally, though, you should not make any changes
in this menu.
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(Fig. 8-9)
8.3 Parental control
Your receiver is equipped with a parental control function.
This allows you to protect important functions (e.g. calling up
the main menu) from unauthorised access.
In addition, programmes and recordings that you have blokked can in future only be selected by first entering a four-digit
PIN code (unit PIN).
To work on the Parental control menu, proceed as follows:
> Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu Settings will be displayed.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Parental control.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The menu Parental control will be displayed.
(Fig. 8-10)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker
around within the menu, and to change the individual
positions as indicated. Please note any messages
displayed on screen when you select a menu item.
8.3.1 Changing the unit PIN
The unit PIN is set to a default setting of 0000 at the factory.
> Press the OK key. The menu used for changing the
unit PIN code will be displayed. (Fig. 8-11)
> Now use the numeric keys to enter the current unit
PIN code. (Default setting 0000)
>
Use the numeric keys to enter the new unit PIN code.
> Repeat the entry.
> When you have completed changing the unit PIN code
in this manner, you will automatically be taken back to
the parental control menu.
Note!
Do not forget your unit PIN code. If you do forget it at
some point, please consult your retail specialist!
8.3.2 Mode
> In this line, use the arrow keys left/right to switch the
parental control On of Off
8.3.3 Selecting channels
> Press the OK key. The Favourites list of the category
currently selected (Radio or TV) will be displayed. The
programme currently selected is marked. (Fig. 8-12)
>You can switch back and forth between the TV and the
Radio list using the green function key.
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(Fig. 8-10)
(Fig. 8-11)
(Fig. 8-12)
> Press the red function key to open a selection win-
dow. Here you have the option of selecting the desired
type of programme list.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired
type of programme list (e.g. Favourites list).
> Confirm by pressing OK. The programme list selected
will be displayed.
> Now use the arrow keys to mark the programme to
which you wish to block access.
> Use the yellow function key to block access to the
programme. The parental control symbol will be
displayed next to the programme selected.
>To block access to several programmes simultaneous-
ly, proceed as described in 8.1.2 (Marking blocks
of programmes), and block access by pressing the
yellow function key.
> When you have completed configuring the programme
list according to your preferences in this manner,
press the Menu key to return to normal operation.
>To remove the blocking of individual programmes, pro-
ceed as described above. Mark the appropriate programme, and remove the parental control symbol by
pressing the yellow function key.
8.4 Programme scan (search)
as mentioned previously, your digital receiver is preprogrammed for reception of signals from the ASTRA and
EUTELSAT satellites. To receive new programmes, or programmes from other satellites, there are various options for
performing a programme scan.
1. Automatic scan
Select this type of scan in order to search all satellites set in
the menu LNC Settings (Point 6.4 and 8.4) for programmes.
2. Satellite scan
Select this type of scan if you want to search for programmes
only on one speific satellite.
3. Transponder scan
Select this type of scan to search on only one specific transponder of a satellite.
4. Manual scan
Use this type of scan to search specifically for a particular
programme, using programme-specific PID numbers.
When the scan has been completed, a message will be
displayed on your TV screen, indicating the number of programmes your digital receiver has found, how many of these
are ne, and how many of them are encrypted programmes.
New programmes are stored in the Total list,and can then be
included in the Favourites list in accordance with Point 8.1.
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> In order to scan for programmes, first call up the Main
Menu. (Fig. 8-13)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Scan.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu Scan will be displayed. (Fig. 8-14)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to select the
type of scan you would like to perform, and confirm by
pressing OK.
8.4.1 Automatic scan
When using this option, all the satellites set in the menu LNC
Settings (Point 6.4 and 9.4) will be scanned for programmes.
You can also decide whether you wish to scan for all programmes (free-to-air and encrypted) or only for free-to-air
programmes. (Fig. 8-15)
> Press the OK, key to decide whether you wish to scan
only for free-to-air programmes (Free) orwhether you
wish to include encrypted programmes (All).
>To confirm, press the red function key Start scan.
This scanning procedure may take more than 15
minutes.
Please also note any messages displayed on screen.
8.4.2 Satellite scan
To search a single satellite for programmes, select the option
Satellite scan. (Fig. 8-16)
You may decide to scan for all programmes (free-to-air and
encrypted) or only for free-to-air programmes.
> Press the OK key again to display the selection table
showing all the active satellites.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
All Satellites, to scan all active satellites for pro-
grammes, or mark the desired satellite, to scan only
this for programmes.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the field
Scan mode.
> Press the OK key to decide whether you want to scan
only for free-to-air programmes (Free) or whether you
wish to scan for encrypted programmes as well (All).
> Confirm by pressing the red function key Start
scan.
The scan will be started. Please note any messages
displayed on screen.
>You may abort the scan at any stage by pressing the
red function key.
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(Fig. 8-13)
(Fig. 8-14)
(Fig. 8-15)
(Fig. 8-16)
8.4.3 Transponder scan
You may scan a specific transponder (see Point 10 Technical
Terms) for programmes. To do this, it is necessary to enter
the transponder data (Fig. 8-17).
Satellite
In this line, enter the satellite on which the desired transponder is located.
>To do this, use the arrow keys up/down to mark
the line Satellite.
> Press the OK key to display a table showing all the
active satellites.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the
desired satellite.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The selected satellite will now be displayed in the line
Satellite.
Transponder frequency
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Transponder frequency.
> In this line use the numeric keys to enter the des-
ired frequency.
Symbol rate
The symbol rate indicates the volume of data transmitted per
second. This could be, for example, 27500 (27500 symbols
per second).
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Symbol rate.
> Use the numeric keys to enter the appropriate
symbol rate.
Polarisation
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Polarisation.
> In this line, use the OK key to enter the polarisation
plane (horizontal or vertical), whichever is appropriate for the programme being scanned for.
Scan mode
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Scan mode.
> Use the OK key to decide whether you wish to search
only for free-to-air programmes (Free) or whether you
want to include encrypted programmes in the scan
(All).
> Confirm by pressing the red function key Start
scan.
The scan will be started. Please note any messages
displayed on screen.
>You may abort the scan at any stage by pressing the
red function key again.
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(Fig. 8-17)
8.4.4 Manual scan
If the automatic scan or the transponder scan is unable to
locate a particular programme, it may be necessary to additionally enter programme-specific PID numbers for this programme.
These numbers may be found in the Internet, or may
have to be obtained from the relevant programme provider.
The menu (Fig. 8-18) differs from the menu Transponder
scan only in the menu items PCR PID, Audio PID and
Video PID. There is no need to enter the scan mode.
> Proceed as described for a transponder scan.
> In addition, use the arrow keys up/down to mark
the lines PCR PID, Audio PID and Video PID,and
enter the appropriate numbers using the numeric
keys.
8.4.5 After the scan
While the scan is still in progress, you can follow the transponder scan on your screen. When the scan is completed,
the number of transponders found, the number of programmes and of new programmes found will be displayed. In
addition a prompt will be displayed, (Fig. 8-19), asking whether you wish to accept the programmes found automatically
into the TV or Radio list. If you decide to accept the programmes automatically, you can also still decide whether these
should be added to the Favourites list in sorted or unsor-
ted order.
Sorted
The programmes found will be sorted into the Favourites list
in accordance with a pre-programmed list. The order of listing
the programmes will be determined by the audio language
set in Point 6.3.2 resp. by the country selected in Point 6.2.2
and 6.2.3.
Unsorted
The newly found programmes are added to the end of the
Favourites list in an unsorted order.
No
The newly found programmes are not included in the
Favourites list, but remain only in the Total list.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to decide whether
you wish to accept the programmes in sorted or
unsorted order.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
Please note any messages displayed on screen.
> Press the Menu key to return to normal opewration.
> Independently of whether you have accepted the
newly found programmes into the Favourites list
automatically, these can be added to the Favourites
list manually at any time as described in Chapter 8.1.
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(Fig. 8-18)
(Fig. 8-19)
8.5 Service settings
You can revert to the original default settings pre-programmed at the factory at any stage. In addition, if you find that the
programme list is outdated because of changes made by the
programme providers, you may delete the programme list
completely, and then perform a new programme scan. Please
note that after you have deleted the list, you must then start a
programme scan, and must then copy the desired programmes from the Total list to the Favourites list.
> Press the Menu key to call up the Main Menu.
(Fig. 8-20)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the
menu line Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu Settings will be displayed.
(Fig. 8-21)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the menu
line Service settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu Service settings will be displayed
(Fig. 8-22)
8.5.1 Activate default setting
After this function is called up, the default factory programming will be implemented again, all own settings will be deleted, and the installation assistant AutoInstall will be started.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Activate default setting.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The message will be displayed: “Do you really want to
activate the default setting?”.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to mark either Yes
or Abort.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
8.5.2 Delete all programmes
This function serves to delete the entire programme memory.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Delete all programmes.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The message will be displayed:“Do you really want to
delete all programmes?”.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to select either Yes
or Abort.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
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(Fig. 8-20)
(Fig. 8-21)
(Fig. 8-22)
8.5.3 Updating the programme list (ISIPRO)
The ISIPRO programme updating feature allows you to keep
the programme list of your receiver up to date automatically.
To achieve this, a current programme list is broadcast at
regular intervals via satellite (ASTRA 19,2°East), and can be
downloaded by your receiver.
Should the parameters of the data channel used to download
the programme list be changed, you can correct the parameters in this menu. The current transponder data may be obtained from your specialist retailer. Generally you should not
make any changes in this menu.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the line
Update programme list.
> Press the OK key to go to the sub-menu Update
programme list (Fig. 8-23).
>To ensure that your receiver will check automatically to
see whether a new programme list is available, mark
the line Update.
> Switch the automatic programme list updating function
On by pressing OK.
To start the updating of the programme list manually,
press the red function key Test and confirm the message displayed by pressing Yes
(Fig. 8-24).
Your receiver will restart itself, and will indicate the
presence of a new programme list by means of a message on screen (Fig. 8-25).
> If you do not wish to download the new programme list
immediately, but rather at a later time, mark the field
Later and confirm by pressing OK. The prompt will
appear again the next time you switch on the receiver.
> If you do not wish to download the new programme list
at all, mark the field Reject and confirm by pressing
OK. The message will only be displayed again the
next time an even more recent programme list is transmitted.
>To download the new programme list immediately,
confirm by pressing OK. The download of the programme list will be started, and the progress can be
followed on screen (Fig. 8-26).
When the download of the programme list has been completed, your programme list will be updated. In this procedure,
the Favourites list stored in your receiver will be compared to
the new programme list. If this comparison shows you have
not yet made any changes in your receiver with reference to
the factory-programmed default programme list, then the new
programme list will be exchanged completely for the old one.
If, however, you have made changes to the programme list,
the update of your Favourites list will proceed in several
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(Fig. 8-23)
(Fig. 8-24)
(Fig. 8-25)
(Fig. 8-26)
steps. The differences between your Favourites list and the
new programme list will be displayed on screen. You can
then decide for yourself, which changes you wish to make,
and which not. The number of steps to go through depends
in each case on the number of changes in the new list, and
can therefore differ from one download to the next.
8.5.3.1 Adapting programmes
In this step, the programmes in your favourites list are shown
where their reception data has changed, or where they are
no longer up to date.(Fig. 8-27) These programmes can possibly no longer be received correctly. To ensure that you have
continued problem-free reception, we recommend you make
the suggested changes.
> Press the OK key to update the reception data of the
marked programmes.
> If you do not wish to update the data of the program-
mes indicated, use the arrow keys left/right to
mark the field Reject, and confirm by pressing OK.
8.5.3.2 Deleting programmes
In this step you can delete programmes that are still included
in your Favourites list, but are no longer broadcast.
> If you wish to delete the programmes indicated as
being no longer broadcast (Fig. 8-28),confirm by pressing OK.
> If you would nevertheless like to retain the program-
mes in your Favourites list, use the arrow keys
left/right to mark the field Reject and confirm by
pressing OK.
8.5.3.3 Adding TV resp. radio programmes
In the next step, the programmes of the new programme list
will be displayed to you individually. You can add these to
your Favourites list, as they are not yet included there.
Accepting programmes individually
> If you wish to accept the programme indicated
(Fig. 8-29) at the suggested programme slot in the
Favourites list (TV or Radio), confirm by pressing OK.
or
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the pro-
gramme to a different position in the Favourites list, or
use the numeric keys to enter a specific program-
me slot.
>To accept the programme indicated at the selected
position in the Favourites list, press OK.
Accept all programmes
>To accept all the new programmes without checking
them individually, use the arrow keys left/right to
mark the field All and confirm by pressing OK.
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(Fig. 8-27)
(Fig. 8-28)
(Fig. 8-29)
The programmes will be added to the Favourites list
according to pre-determined criteria.
Reject programme (do not accept)
> If you do not wish to accept the programme indicated
into the Favourites list, use the arrow keys left/right to
mark the field Reject and confirm by pressing OK.
The prompt for the next programme will now be
displayed.
8.5.4 Update software
In addition, your digital receiver is equipped to receive updates of its operating software via satellite (ASTRA 19° East).
> Press OK to go to the sub-menu Update software
(Fig. 8-30).
To perform a software update, mark the line Update
software.
> Switch the Update software function to On by pres-
sing OK.
> In the line Update time use the numeric keys to
enter the time at which the software update is to be
carried out.
>To start the update of the operating software manually,
press the red function key Test.
> Press the Menu key to return to normal operation.
Should the parameters of the data channel for downloading
the software updates have changed, you can correct these
manually in this menu, as described under Point 8.3.4 (manual programme scan).Current transponder data can be obtained from your specialist retailer. In general you should not
make any changes in this menu.
Note:
The new software can be downloaded automatically only when the digital receiver is in stand-by
mode. The downloading procedure is indicated by
the display “SAtL” resp. “SAt0” to “SAt9”. Do not
interrupt this procedure by switching the receiver
on or off.
Independently of whether you have switched the automatic
software updating function on or off, the system will automatically check for the availability of a new operating software
version for your digital receiver each time you switch on the
receiver. If a new version is available, a corresponding message will be displayed on screen (Fig. 8-31).
To start the software update, follow the instructions displayed
on screen.
8.5.5 Copying the settings
You have the facility to copy all the settings, such as programme list, antenna settings, etc. of your digital receiver
(sender) to another digital receiver (receiver) of the same
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(Fig. 8-30)
(Fig. 8-31)
type, and using the same version of the operating software.
(Fig. 8-32)
>To do this, connect the two receivers by means of a
null modem cable.
> Switch on the (destination, receiving) receiver.
>To copy the settings, press any operating key on the
(source, sending) receiver.
The settings of the source receiver will now by trans-
mitted to the destination receiver. Please note any
messages displayed on screen.
8.6 System configuration
Use this menu item to view the specific receiver data (e.g.
current software version).
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark this line in
the sub-menu Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Press the Menu key to return to normal operation.
9 Operation with a rotating antenna
(DiSEqC 1.2)
Your digital receiver is equipped for use in conjunction with a
rotating antenna. You may control a suitable motor by means
of the co-axial cable, using the DiSEqC control (DiSEqCLevel 1.2).
> Call up the menu Antenna Settings as described
in Point 6.4 (Fig. 9-1), and switch the DiSEqC
control (Point 6.4.1) on.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to select the
DiSEqC position (e.g. A/B 3) to which you wish to allo-
cate the rotating antenna motor.
> Pressing OK will open a selection window for the
Satellite resp. the Antenna motor . (Fig. 9-2)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Antenna motor, and confirm by pressing OK.
> Confirm the message (Fig. 9-3) regarding the setting
of easterly and westerly limits by pressing OK.
9.1 Easterly and Westerly limits
To avoid mechanical damage to the antenna dish or the LNC,
you must first specify the maximum easterly and westerly
limits for the antenna rotation. If there are any obstructions
(e.g. walls, chimnies) in the rotating radius of the dish, this
must definitely be considered when setting the East-West
limits.
If there are no obstructions in the rotating radius of the dish,
set the limits so the dish can be rotated a little beyond what
is required for the outermost satellite you wish to receive.
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(Fig. 8-32)
(Fig. 9-1)
(Fig. 9-2)
(Fig. 9-3)
9.1.1 Deleting existing limits
First you should delete any limit values that may have been
stored.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to mark the column
LNC Test.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down in the line
Rotating antenna, and mark the field Continue.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The menu used for setting the rotating antenna will
now be displayed. (Fig. 9-4)
> Press the yellow function key Actions to open an
additional window. (Fig. 9-5)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Delete limits.
> Confirm by pressing OK to accept the action selected
to the green function key.
>To delete the limits set,press the green function key
Delete limits.
> Confirm the prompt displayed (Fig. 9-6) by pressing OK.
9.1.2 Setting the Eastern limit
>To enter the Eastern limit, first use the arrow keys
to mark the field Save.
> Now use the arrow key right to turn the dish to the
maximum possible, resp. the maximum desired East
position.
> Press the yellow function key Actions to open a
window with the available actions.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Set East limit.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
>To set the easterly limit, press the green function key
(East limit) and confirm the following screen prompt
(Fig. 9-7) by pressing OK.
9.1.3 Setting the Western limit
>To enter the Western limit, first use the arrow keys
to mark the field Save.
> Now use the arrow key left to turn the dish to the
maximum possible, resp. the maximum desired West
position.
> Press the yellow function key Actions to open a
window with the available actions.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Set West limit.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
>To set the westerly limit, press the green function key
(West limit) and confirm the following screen prompt
(Fig. 9-8) by pressing OK.
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(Fig. 9-4)
(Fig. 9-5)
(Fig. 9-6)
(Fig. 9-7)
(Fig. 9-8)
9.2 Geo-positioning
If the geographical co-ordinates of your location are known,
and you have a suitable motor, this function will simplify
finding individual satellite positions. The co-ordinates for
some German cities are listed in the Annexure (Point 13).
Note! Only switch on the geo-positioning mode if your
DiSEqC motor supports this function.
> Call up the menu used for setting the rotating
antenna, as described above.
> Use the arrow keys to mark the field Geo.Pos.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu used to enter the
location will be displayed. (Fig. 9-9)
> Use the OK key to switch the geo-positioning function
on or off.
> Use the arrow keys to mark the field used to enter
the Geographic longitude.
> Use the numeric keys to enter the geographic
longitude.
> Now press the arrow key left.
> In this field, use the OK key to indicate whether you
are entering a position longitude East (East) or
longitude West (W).
> Now use the arrow keys to mark the field for
entering Geographic latitude.
> Use the numeric keys to enter the geographic
latitude.
> Now press the arrow key left.
> In this field, use the OK key to indicate whether you
are entering a position latitude North (N) or latitude
South (S).
> Press the Back key to return to the LNC settings.
The data relating to your location must be entered as a
decimal value, correct to one decimal point. As the coordinates are often stated in degrees, minutes and seconds,
these must be converted to decimal values as follows:
The figure for degrees remains unaffected by the calculation.
The minutes are divided by 60, and rounded to one decimal
place. The result of this division is added to the degrees.
The seconds are not taken into consideration at all, as they
do not affect the first decimal place.
Example: Co-ordinates of Daun/Germany (home of
TechniSat)
Latitude (deg.) 50° 11‘(45“) N
Longitude (deg.) 06° 50‘ (10”) E
Conversion of degree latitude (lat):
Lat = 50 + 11/60
Lat = 50 + 0,2 (rounded)
Lat = 50.2
In the menu used to enter the geographical latitude you
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(Fig. 9-9)
would thus enter the value rounded to one decimal place
(50.2).
The decimal value of the degrees longitude will be calculated
in the same manner.
9.3 Setting a satellite position
For each satellite position to be entered, work through Points
9.3.1 to 9.3.3. When programming satellite positions, we
recommend that you begin with the satellite in the most
easterly position, then work your way through all the remaining positions in a westerly direction, finishing off with the
most extreme westerly satellite position. Your digital receiver
is pre-programmed at the factory for the most commonly used
satellite positions. In addition, you can configure user-defined
satellite positions (User 1 to User 14) for every possible orbital position.
9.3.1 Selecting a satellite position
9.3.1.1
Selecting a pre-programmed satellite position
>To accept a satellite position in the satellite list, use
the arrow keys to mark the field Sat new.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
A list with all the available satellite positions will be
displayed. (Fig. 9-10)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark a
satellite position you would like to accept into the
satellite list.
> Press OK to accept the selection.
With the Geo-positioning function set to On (Point 9.2),
the dish will now automatically be rotated to the programmed
satellite position. The rotation procedure will be indicated by a
blinking display “turn”.
If the Geo-positioning function is switched Off, (Point
9.3.2.2) you will have to turn the dish manually to the desired
satellite position.
9.3.1.2 Setting a user-defined satellite position
(User satellite)
>To accept a user satellite position into the satellite list,
use the arrow keys to mark the field Sat new.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
A list showing all available satellite positions will be
displayed. (Fig. 9-11)
> Now use the arrow keys to mark a user satellite
position (User 1 to User 14).
> Confirm by pressing OK , the menu for setting the test
transponder will be displayed. In this menu, enter the
data for the test transponder as well as that of the
LNC in use, as described in Point 6.4.3.
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(Fig. 9-11)
(Fig. 9-10)
> When you have completed setting the test
transponder, press Back to return to the menu for
setting the rotating antenna. The field for entering the
orbital position is now active.
> Use the numeric keys to enter the orbital position
of the user satellite, and confirm by pressing OK.
> Now press the OK key to indicate whether it is a
westerly (W) or an easterly (E) orbital position.
If the Geo-positioning function is switched On (Point 9.2),
you can now use the function Tur n to sat (Point 9.4.1) to
turn the dish to the programmed user satellite position.
If the Geo-positioning function is switched Off, you must
turn the dish manually (Point 9.3.2.2) to the desired satellite
position.
9.3.2 Adjusting the satellite antenna
To direct the antenna to the desired satellite resp. to
determine whether you can receive the desired satellite at the
desired position, a test transponder is available for each
satellite.
It is the display of signal strength and quality provided by the
test transponder that makes an exact positioning of the dish
antenna possible.
9.3.2.1 Test transponder/LNC configuration
To change the data of a particular test transponder, proceed
as follows:
> Use the arrow keys to mark the field Current
satellite list.
> Press OK to open the satellite list.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the satellite
position for which you wish to change the data.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Now use the arrow keys to mark the field LNC
config. and confirm by pressing OK.
The menu LNC settings will be displayed.
(Fig. 9-12)
> In this menu, enter the data of the test transponder as
well as of the LNC used, as described in Point
6.4.3.
> Press the Back key to return to the menu for setting
the rotating antenna.
9.3.2.2 Positioning antenna manually
The optimum positioning for the desired position can be
achieved by means of the indicators for signal strength and
signal quality, Position the dish so that the maximum value is
shown for both bars.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the
field Save.
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(Fig. 9-12)
> Now use the arrow keys right (field East is
marked) resp. left (field West is marked) to turn the
dish to the desired position. In each case keep the key
pressed down until the desired position is reached.
9.3.2.3 Automatic fine adjustment (Autofocus)
Before saving a satellite position, we recommend you perform
an automatic focussing procedure. In this procedure the dish
is set to optimum reception based on measured signal
strength.
> Use the yellow function key Actions to open the
window showing the actions available.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Autofocus.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Press the green function key (Autofocus) to start the
Autofocus procedure.
While the automatic adjustment is in progress, the
message Autofocus will be displayed. (Fig. 9-13)
9.3.3 Saving a satellite position
When the autofocus procedure has been completed, you
must still save the satellite position to memory.
> Use the arrow keys to mark the field Save.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The test transponder you have set will now check
whether a signal can be received at this position. The
system will also check whether the position to be
saved is identical to a position available in the pre-
programmed satellite position list. (Fig. 9-14)
If this is the case, the following message will be
displayed:Orbitalposition xx found. Save
satellite ? (Fig. 9-15)
>To save the satellite position, use the arrow keys
left/right to mark the field Yes , then confirm by
pressing OK.
If on checking the test transponder does not identify a
pre-programmed satellite position, or if the signal
received is too weak, a corresponding message will be
displayed. (Figs. 9-16 and 9-17)
>To save the satellite position, use the arrow keys
left/right to mark the field Yes , and confirm by
pressing OK.
9.4 Current satellite list
The satellite positions saved are included in the satellite list.
Positions not yet saved are marked in the list with a “*”.
>To turn the dish to a position included in the satellite
list, use the arrow keys to mark the field Current
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(Fig. 9-16)
(Fig. 9-17)
(Fig. 9-14)
(Fig. 9-15)
(Fig. 9-13)
satellite list.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the desired
position.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The dish will now be turned
to the position selected. The rotating procedure will be
indicated by the blinking display “turn” in the menu.
9.4.1 Addressing a satellite position
To turn the antenna to the position set in your satellite list, your
digital receiver is equipped with the function turn to sat.
> Press the yellow function key Actions to open the
window showing the available actions.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
turn to sat.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Press the green function key (turn to sat) to turn
the antenna to the satellite position selected.
9.5 Deleting a satellite position
To delete a satellite position from the satellite list, proceed as
follows:
> Use the arrow keys to mark the field Current
satellite list.
> Press OK to open the current satellite list.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the satellite
you wish to delete.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
> Use the arrow keys to mark Delete sat.
>To delete the satellite press OK and confirm the
message displayed by pressing OK again.
9.6 Reference position
When installing the external installation, the motor must be in
the reference position (0°). You can thus return the motor to
this position (0°) at any time using the function
“Go to reference position”.
> Press the red function key Ref.pos to turn the
antenna automatically to its reference position.
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10 Technical terms
Antenna cable:
Connecting cable between the modulator of the satellite receiver and the antenna input of the television set, used as an
alternative if no SCART socket is available.
AV: see SCART
Co-axial cable:
Connection cable between LNC and satellite receiver,used to
transmit the signals received, and to supply current to the
LNC.
Data compression/MPEG1/MPEG2:
The volume of data involved in transmitting the current television standard (625 lines, and a picture frequency of 50 Hz
results in a figure of 216 MBit/s of digital data.
This would require bandwidths that can currently not provided, whether by satellites nor by terrestrial systems. For this
reason, the total volume of data transmitted is reduced by
means of a compression algorithm. For Europe, MPEG-2 has
been accepted as the international standard for data compression. MPEG-2 is an expanded version of MPEG-1.
DiSEqC:
Digital Satellite Equipment Control: A digital switching signal
used to control DiSEqC-compatible components of the external installation via the antenna cable. An example of an installation consisting of DiSEqC components can be seen in
(Fig. 10-1).
DVB:
Digital Video Broadcasting: A universal digital transmission
technology used for pictures, graphics, sound and text, i.e. for
data in any shape or form, and in any possible, always appropriate quality.
External unit (installation):
Description applied to the entire system located outdoors,
consisting of the parabolic/offset dish as well as one or more
LNCs, used to receive signals from one or more satellites.
Frequency:
Physical measurement, indicates the number of cycles or
oscillations per second, the unit of measurement is the Hertz
(Hz).
Frequency range:
a) Satellite, respectively LNC:
11 GHz range from 10,70 GHz - 11,70 GHz, 12 GHz range
from 11,70 GHz - 12,75 GHz
b) Receiver: Intermediate frequency or 1.IF 950 to 2150 MHz
Unit Description Cycles per second
1 Hz 1 Hertz 1
1 kHz 1 Kilohertz 1.000
1 MHz 1 Megahertz 1.000.000
1 GHz 1 Gigahertz 1.000.000.000
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(Fig. 10-1)
A B
Position
Output
A B
Position
Oztput
A B
Option
Output
Example:
Intermediate frequency:
The range of frequencies broadcast by a satellite cannot be
transmitted via any cable. The LNC therefore converts the
signal received to an intermediate frequency range in the
band 950 to 2150 MHz. This can then be transmitted via
cable, and processed in the digital receiver.
1. IF = Intermediate frequency
LNB/LNC (Low Noise Block Converter):
Reception unit located at the focal point of the parabolic dish,
converts the frequency range of the satellite to the intermediate frequency of the digital receiver.
LOF:
Local oscillator frequency; stated in MHz or GHz; varies
depending on the LNC and the frequency range received
Reception frequency of the digital receiver = Broadcasr frequency of the satellite - LOF.
Modulation at 22 KHz:
Apart from 14/28 Volt switching, this serves to switch between 2 LNC.In Universal LNCs it is used to switch to the
High range.
Operating current:
The LNC is supplied with power via the co-axial cable. To this
end the receiver supplies an operating current of either 14 or
18 Volts.
Parabolic dish:
Surface of metal or coated synthetic material, shaped like a
parabola, receives electromagnetic waves transmitted by a
satellite and concentrates them on a focal point.
Polarisation plane:
To better utilise the available frequency range, satellites broadcast neighbouring programmes with opposite polarisation
(horizontal and vertical or laevorotatory and dextrorotatory).
To receive both polarisation planes you require either two
Single LNCs or a V/H LNC.
Receiver: see satellite receiver
Satellite:
Description of a satellite, usually stating name and orbital
position,
ASTRA 19° East
EUTELSAT 13° East
Satellite receiver:
signals received from the LNC, and then converted, cannot
be processed by the television set. They are processed in the
satellite receiver so that its outputs carry regular audio and
video (AV) signals, which can then be passed on to the television set and processed there.
SCART:
Connector standard used for television sets, video recorders,
satellite receivers and other home electronics equipment to
transmit Audio (sound) and Video (Picture) signals (AV).
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Software update:
Digital television is a new medium, providing not only improved sound and picture quality, but also the option of providing
interactive services. These new services are constantly being
developed and improved by providers. To utilise these services, it may be necessary to occasionally update the software
of the digital receiver.
Transponder:
Located on the satellite, used to process one or more programmes. It receives the signal from the ground station,
amplifies it, and transmits it back to earth.
Universal LNC:
Used to receive the ranges FFS (10,70 - 11,70 GHz), BBS
(11,70 - 12,50 GHz) and FFS High Band (12,50 - 12,75 GHz).
The entire range is divided into two Bands:
Low Band: 10,70 - 11,80 GHz; LOF 9750 MHz
High Band 11,70 - 12,75 GHz ; LOF 10600 MHz
11 Technical data
DBS tuner:
Input frequency range 950 .... 2150 MHz
Input level range - 65 dBm ... - 25 dBm
DBS tuner input F - socket
In-/Output impedance 75 Ohms
Output for 1.IF 950 ... 2150 MHz (loop
through)
AFC gain range +/- 3 MHz
Demodulation Shaped QPSK
Symbol rate 1 ... 45 Mbaud/s, SCPC/
MCPC
FEC Viterbi and Reed-Solomon
Viterbi rates 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8,
automatic adaptation
Roll-off Factor 35 %
Demultiplexing: in accordance with ISO 13818-1
Video decoding:
Video compression MPEG-2 and MPEG-1 compati-
ble
Up to MP@ML
(main profile @ main level)
Video standard PAL / 25 Hz
Active image area 720 Pixel x 576 lines
Picture format 4 : 3 / 16 : 9
Picture material 16:9 Automatic adaptation for 16:9 TV
sets (via SCART)
Letterbox filtering for 4:3 TV sets
Audio decoding:
Audio compression MPEG-1 & MPEG-2 Layer I
and II
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Audio Mode Dual (main/sub), Stereo
Sampling frequencies 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Audio parameters:
Output analogue:
Output level L/R 0,5 V r.m.s. (nominal)
Output impedance 600 Ohms
THD > 60 dB ( 1 kHz )
S/N > 60 dB
Cross-talk < - 65 dB
Input analogue:
Input level L/R 0,5 V r.m.s. (nominal)
Input impedance > 40 kOhm
Volume at switching on Automatic reproduction at pre-
vious level selected
Output digital:
SP/DIF output electrical, cinch socket
optical, Toslink
Dolby Digital AC3
Video parameters:
Output:
Output level FBAS 1 Vs-s +/- 0.3 dB to 75 Ohm
Output level Y 1 Vs-s +/- 0.3 dB to 75 Ohm
Output level C 1 Vs-s +/- 0.3 dB to 75 Ohm
Output level RED 0,7 Vs-s +/- 0.1Vp-p to 75 Ohms
Output level GREEN 0,7 Vs-s +/- 0.1Vp-p to 75 Ohms
Output level BLUE 0,7 Vs-s +/- 0.1Vp-p to 75 Ohms
S/N weighted > 60 dB
Video text
Teletext filtering corresponds to ETS 300 472
Standard
Acquisition Teletext data (FBAS) corresponds to ITU-R
BT.653-2 Lines: 6-22 and 320-335
Soft video text 800 pages memory
TV SCART:
Output: FBAS, RGB or S-Video
VCR SCART:
Input: FBAS; RGB or S-Video
Output: FBAS or S-Video
Display:
LED 4-digit, 7-segment display
Serial interface RS 232:
Type RS 232, bidirectional
Bit rate 115,2 kBit/s max.
Connector D-SUB socket, 9-pin
Function Update for operating software and
pre-programming
LNC power supply:
LNC power 400 mA max.; double insula
ted
LNC voltage vertical <14,0V no load, > 11,5 V at 400
59
mA
LNC voltage horizontal < 20 V no load, > 17,2 V at 400
mA
LNC switched off in standby mode
22 kHz modulation: 22 kHz, Amplitude 0.6 V +/-
0.2 V
Programme memory/Satellite positions:
Number of programmes Favourites list TV:
999 TV programmes
Number of programmes Favourites list Radio:
999 Radio programmes
Number of programmes:
Total list TV/Radio: Overall total of 5000 programmes
possible in Total list
DiSEqC:
DiSEqC 1.0 and DiSEqC 1.2
SFI data:
SFI preview: maximum 7 days in advance
Timer:
Events: maximum 30 events, one year in
advance
Remote control system: RC-5
Sub-system address 8 (SAT 1), 10 (SAT 2)
Modulation frequency 36 kHz
Infra-red wavelength 950 nm
Power supply:
Mains adapter:
Power consumption:
3,0 W in standby mode (clock off)
3,4 W in standby mode (clock on)
9,5 W in operation, excluding LNC
Nominal voltage:
230 V / 50 Hz Alternating current
Input voltage:
180 V.... 250 V / 50 Hz Alternating current
General:
Dimensions (WxDxH): 205 mm x 130 mm x 35 ... 38 mm
Weight: approx. 370 g
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12 Trouble-shooting guide
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Problem Possible cause Solution
Various programmes not shown in
programme list
Wrong programme list selected Select other programme list
(see Point 7.2.3.1)
Sound OK, no TV image Receiver set to Radio mode Switch to TV mode
Programmes such as Pro 7, Sat 1,
TM3, Kabel 1, DSF and HOT have
temporary interference
Interference from cordless “DECT
telephones”
Increase distance between base
station and receiver
Receiver cannot be operated Defective data stream-->unit
blocked
Disconnect mains power plug for
about 5 seconds, then re-connect
unit
Remote control not working Batteries spent Replace batteries
Temporary appearance of square
blocks in picture. Unit switches
temporarily to freeze frame, no
sound. Screen temporarily black,
with message “no signal”.
Heavy rain or snow Clear snow from dish
Antenna incorrectly positioned Antenne neu ausrichten
Dish too small for location Adjust antenna position
Obstacle located between dish and
satellite (e.g. a tree)
Mount dish with free line of sight
No picture, no sound, display on Short circuit in LNC connection Switch off unit, repair short circuit,
switch unit on again
Defective or missing cable
connection
Check all cable connections
Defective LNC Replace LNC
Incorrect external unit set in receiver Correct setting (see Point 6.4)
Antenna positioned incorrectly
Adjust antenna position
No picture, no sound, display off
No mains power Check mains plug and cable
No reception of programmes
previously received
Antenna defective, or incorrectly
adjusted
Check antenna
Programme being broadcast on a
different transponder
Perform scan (see Point 8.3)
Programme no longer being
broadcast
None
Antenna cannot be rotated Motor not DiSEqC 1.2 compatible Use suitable motor
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Problem Possible cause Solution
Time not displayed in standby mode Time not acquired Switch to major programme, e.g.
ZDF, for 30 seconds
Unit cannot be switched on or operated
Unit blocked
Perform Flash Reset: Note! All personal settings are deleted.
> Disconnect mains plug.
> Press both programme up and
programme down key on the unit
simultaneously and hold down.
> while holding down programme
up and programme down keys,
reconnect mains power.
> Hold keys down for approx. 5
secs. until display* “FLAS”
appears.
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14 Index
Antenna setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18
Autofocus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Automatic scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Default setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40, 45
DiSEqC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 20, 49, 56
Dolby Digital - AC3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 23
East and West limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Electronic Programme guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27
Favourites list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Freeze frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Genre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Geo-positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52-53
Hi-Fi amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Information box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Initial installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
ISIPRO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 46
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14, 17, 22
LNC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 56-58
LOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19-20, 57
Manual scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41, 44
Navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Parental control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Picture format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Polarisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Polarisation plane . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Programme management . .14, 23-24, 34-37, 41, 45, 47
Reference position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Remote control code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Rotating antenna installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
RS 232 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Safety advice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42, 49-50, 54-55
Serial interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
SFI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-30, 37-39
Sub-titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, 25
Symbol rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 43
System configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-33
Transponder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 24, 41, 43, 58
TV/Radio switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 23
Updating software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
Video recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 31
Video text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Volume control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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For daily use
Switching on and off
> Press the On/Standby key either on the digital recei-
ver or on the remote control to switch the receiver on.
> Press the same key again to switch the receiver off
again.
> The receiver is now in standby mode, and the current
time will be shown on the unit display.
Programme selection
Using the programme up/down keys
> Use the programme up/down keys on the remote
control or on the receiver to move up or down the list
one programme slot at a time.
Using the numeric keys
> Use the numeric keys to enter the desired program-
me number directly.
For example
1 for programme slot 1
1, then 4 for programme slot 14
2, then 3, then 4 for programme slot 234
When entering a programme number consisting of several
digits, you have approx. 3 seconds after pressing each number to complete the entry. If you wish to enter a number consisting of only one or two digits, you can speed up the switching procedure by holding the key down on the last digit.
Using the programme list:
> Press the OK key.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the
desired programme.
> Press OK to select and view the marked programme.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move through the
list one line at a time.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to move back and
forth in the list one page at a time.
Volume control
> Adjust the volume of your digital receiver using the
Volume + key to increase the volume, and use the
Volume - key to decrease the sound volume.
> Press the Sound on/off key to switch the sound on
or off (mute).
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Coordinates of some German cities (1)
City Degrees longitude(E) Degrees latitude(N)
Aachen
6,1 50,8
Augsburg 10,9 48,4
Berlin 13,4 52,5
Beucha 12,7 51,3
Bielefeld 8,5 52,0
Bonn 7,1 50,7
Brandenburg 12,6 52,4
Braunschweig 10,5 52,3
Bremen 8,8 53,1
Bremerhaven 8,6 53,6
Chemnitz 12,9 50,8
Cottbus 14,3 51,8
Daun 6,8 50,2
Dippach 10,1 51,0
Dortmund 7,5 51,5
Dresden 13,7 51,1
Duisburg 6,8 51,4
Düsseldorf 6,8 51,2
Eisenach 10,3 51,0
Emden 7,2 53,4
Erfurt 11,0 51,0
Essen 7,0 51,5
Flensburg 9,4 54,8
Frankfurt/M. 8,7 50,1
Frankfurt/O. 14,5 52,3
Freiburg/Br. 7,9 48,0
Fuerstenberg 14,7 52,1
Fuerth 11,0 49,5
Gera 12,1 50,9
Goerlitz 15,0 51,2
Göttingen 9,9 51,5
Greifswald 13,4 54,1
Halle/Saale 12,0 51,5
Hamburg 10,0 53,6
Hannover 9,7 52,4
Heidelberg 8,7 49,4
Heilbronn 9,2 49,2
Hildesheim 10,0 52,2
Hof 11,9 50,3
Karlsruhe 8,4 49,0
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Co-ordinates of some German cities (2)
City Degrees longitude (E) Degrees latitude
Kassel 9,5 51,3
Kiel 10,1 54,3
Koblenz 7,6 50,4
Köln 7,0 51,0
Krefeld 6,6 51,3
Landshut 12,2 48,5
Leipzig 12,4 51,3
Ludwigshafen 8,4 49,5
Lübeck 10,7 53,9
Lüneburg 10,4 53,3
Magdeburg 11,6 52,1
Mainz 8,3 50,0
Mannheim 8,5 49,5
München 11,6 48,1
Neubrandenburg 13,3 53,6
Neumünster 10,0 54,1
Nürnberg 11,1 49,5
Oberhausen 6,9 51,5
Oldenburg/Holsn. 10,9 54,3
Oldenburg 8,2 53,2
Osnabrück 8,1 52,3
Passau 13,5 48,6
Potsdam 13,1 52,4
Regensburg 12,1 49,0
Rostock 12,1 54,1
Saarbrücken 7,0 49,2
Salzgitter 10,4 52,1
Salzwedel 11,2 52,9
Schwerin 11,4 53,6
Solingen 7,1 51,2
Stuttgart 9,2 48,8
Trier 6,7 49,8
Ulm 10,0 48,4
Weimar 11,3 51,0
Wiesbaden 8,2 50,1
Wilhelmshaven 8,1 53,5
Wismar 11,5 53,9
Wuppertal 7,2 51,3
Würzburg 9,9 49,8
Zwickau 12,5 50,7
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