TechniSat DIGITY CI Operating Manual
Operating Manual
DDIIGGIITTYY CCII
With PCMCIA interface to accommodate a single
CA module. Provides reception of unencrypted
and encrypted (e.g. VIACCESS, IRDETO,
CRYPTOWORKS, SECA etc.) ASTRA and
EUTELSAT DVB programmes.
features motor control and
software update via satellite
DDiiSSEEqqCC
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1 Contents
1 Contentst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 5
2 Illustrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
3 Please read this first . . . . . . . . . . .6
Safety notes! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
4 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
4.1 Mains power connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
4.2 External unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
4.3 Connection to a television set . . . . . . . . . . .9
4.4 Video cassette recorder (VCR) . . . . . . . . . .9
4.5 Amplifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
4.6 Serial interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
5 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
5.1 OSD- labguage selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
5.2 Basic settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
5.2.1 Child-proof mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
5.2.2/3 Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
5.3 Audio/Video settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
5.3.1 Image format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
5.3.2 Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
5.3.3 SCART mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
5.4 LNB setting/Satellite selection . . . . . . . . . .12
5.4.1 Switching the DiSEqC on or off . . . . . . . . .13
5.4.2 Setting the switching matrix and
LNB properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
5.4.3 Additional properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
5.4.4 Rotating installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
6.1 Switching on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
6.2 Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
6.3 Volume control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
6.4 Reception of encrypted programmes. . . . .17
6.4.1 Multifeed options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
6.4.2 Near Video On Demand (time control) . . .18
6.5 Selecting another language . . . . . . . . . . . .18
6.6 TV/Radio switching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
6.7 Back to previous programme. . . . . . . . . . .19
6.8 Display time and programme inform. . . . . .19
6.9 Additional programme information . . . . . . .19
6.10 Transponder information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
6.11 Electronic Programme Guide . . .20
6.11.1 Calling up Electronic Programme Guide . .20
6.11.2 Programme preview following days . . . . . .20
6.11.3 EPG information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
6.11.4 Switching off the EPG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
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6.12 Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
6.12.1 Programming via EPG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
6.12.2 Manual Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
6.13 Video text . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
7 Changing basic programming . . . .24
7.1 Configuring programme list . . . . . . . . . . . .24
7.1.1 Calling up programme list . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
7.1.2 Adding programmes to programme list . . .24
7.1.3 Deleting programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
7.1.3.1 Deleting from Favourites list . . . . . . . . . . .25
7.1.3.2 Deleting from Total list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
7.1.4 Sorting programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
7.1.5 Blocking acces (parental control) . . . . . . . .26
7.2 Changin the PIN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
7.3 Unblocking access to individual
programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
7.4 Programme search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
7.4.1 Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
7.4.2 Transponder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
7.4.3 Manual search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
7.4.4 Accepting programmes after search . . . . .30
7.5 Restoring basic programming/ delete all . .31
7.5.1 Activate default setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
7.5.2 Delete all programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
7.5.3 Software update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
7.6 System configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
7.7 Encryption system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
8 Operating a rotating installation .33
8.1 East and West limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
8.2 Geo-positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
8.3 Setting satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
8.3.1 Selecting satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
8.3.2 Adjusting satellite antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
8.3.3 Storing satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
8.4 Current satellite list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
8.5 Deleting satellite position . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
8.6 Rotating to reference position . . . . . . . . . .39
9 Technical terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
10 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
11 Trouble-shooting guide . . . . . . . . .45
12 Annexure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
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On/Standby
Numeric keys
Programme list on/off
Back
Menu on/off
Sound on/off
EXTERNAL
Language selection
Programme -
Multi-function keys
Volume +
Programme +
TV/Radio operation
EPG
MONO1/MONO2
OK
Volume -
Arrow key right
Arrow key left
Arrow key up
Arrow key down
Info
2 Illustrations
Remote control
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Mains power
connection
SCART socket
VCR
Audio output
left/right
RS 232 interface
LNB
output
LNB input
On/Standby
LED display
Programme selection
up/down
SCART socket TV
Inserting the CA module:
> Please follow the instructions of the card and module manufacturer.
> Insert the smartcard selected in the appropriate CA module.
> Now insert the module carefully in the slot, in the direction of the arrow
(arrow facing up.
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Front panel
Rear panel
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3 Please read this first
> Before commencing operation of the unit, please
check that you have received all the parts intended.
You should have the following:
1 Receiver, 1 mains power cable, 1 remote control
unit,
1 operating manual, 1 guarantee card, 2 batteries
(1,5V microcells).
> Insert the batteries supplied in the battery
compartment of the remote control unit, ensuring
correct polarity as indicated.
> Before connecting the receiver, please read the
security notes in Chapter 3.
> Chapters 4 and 5 describe connecting the receiver,
and how to adapt the settings correctly for your
external unit (dish antenna, LNB, etc.) as well as for
the television set, VCR, etc.
> Chapter 6 describes all the functions necessary for
day-to-day operation, e.g. programme selection or
volume adjustment.
> In Chapter 7 you will find information on how to
install new programmes or how to change the order of
programmes in the list.
Chapter 8 describes the settings to be made when
using a rotating antenna installation.
> The key technical terms used in this operating manual
are explained in Chapterl 9.
> Technical data can be found in Chapter 10.
> Assistance in finding and correcting problems can be
found in Chapter 11.
Important operating information
The implementation of an "On Screen Display" (information
displayed on the TV screen, see example) simplifies the
operation of the receiver, and reduces the number of keys
required on the remote control. All functions are displayed on
the screen, and can be set or changed with a few keystrokes.
Related functions are grouiped together in “Menues”. The
selected function will be highlighted in colour. In the bottom
line, coloured bars depict the function keys red, yellow, green
and blue. These colour bars represent different functions in
different menues, which can be executed by pressing the
appropriate coloured key (multi-function key) on the remote
control unit. The function keys are only active when a brief
description is displayed in the appropriate field.
Help function:
Where available.in a menu,pressing the blue function key
will display a help text - press again to close the display
window.
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Key description and terms that appear in the OSD menu are
denoted in this manual in bold type.
Environmental note:
The packaging of your unit consists exclusively of recyclable
materials. Please dispose of the packaging in the appropriate
manner (Dual System in Germany).
Please ensure that spent batteries from the remote control as
well as any electronic components are not disposed of in
domestic refuse, but are dealt with appropriately (disposal
through retailer, local authority).
Safety Note:
For your own protection, you should read these security
notes carefully before you commence operating your new
receiver.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by
inappropriate handling or through failure to observe the security precautions.
> In order to ensure adequate ventilation, place the unit
on a smooth, straight and level surface, and do not
place any objects on top of the unit. Ventilation slits
are provided on top of the unit to allow warm air to
radiate out of the unit.
> Do not place any burning items, such as lighted cand-
les, on top of the unit.
> Do not expose the unit to dripping water or water
sprays, and do not place any vases or other
receptacles filled with water on top of the set.
> The unit should only be operated in a temperate
climate.
> Do not open the unit housing! You are in danger of
receiving an electric shock. If it is necessary to open
the housing, this should be effected by trained personnel only.
In the following cases you should disconnect the unit
from the power mains and consult a trained specialist:
> when the mains cable or the mains plug are damaged
> if the unit was exposed to humidity or liquid, or if liquid
has entered the housing
> in case of significant external damage
When not in operation:
During electric storms, or when the unit is not being used for
an extended period of time, it should be disconnected from
the mains power.
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a. Connect the LNB to the LNB input (LNB IN)of the
DVB receiver.
b. Mains power connection
c. Connect the SCART output of a video recorder to the VCR
Scart socket of the DVB receiver.
d. Connect the Scart connection of the DVB receiver with the
television set.
e. Connect the LNB output (LNB OUT) to the LNB input of
an analogue receiver.
Connecting the DVB receiver to a satellite
installation
8
VCRAnalogue Receiver
a
e
c
d
b
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4 Connections
The references a b c etc. below refer to the illustration on
page 8.
4.1 Mains power connection
The receiver should be connected to the mains power supply
only once all other connections with the approrpiate units
have been made. This will ensure that the receiver and the
other components are not damaged.
b When you have made all the above connections, use
the enclosed mains power cable to connect the
receiver to a mains power outlet with 230V/50 Hz AC
power.
4.2 External unit
4.2.1 Single unit operation
a Using a suitable coaxial cable, connect the LNB
input of the receiver with the LNB of your external
unit. Also note Point 5 "Installation".
4.2.2 Operating an additional receiver in a singlereceiver installation
e If you wish to operate another appliance in a single-
receiver installation (e.g. analogue receiver or ADR
receiver),you may connect the LNB input of the
additional receiver with the LNB output of the DVB
receiver by means of a suitable coaxial cable. In order
for the satellite signal to be available to the additional
receiver, your DVB receiver must be set to standby
mode. If the DVB receiver is switched on, this will
receive signal priority from the LNB control.
4.3 Connection to a television set
d Use a SCART cable to connect the receiver (SCART
socket TV) and the television set (SCART socket).
If your television set is equipped for this, it will switch
automatically to AV mode, and thus to satellite
reception, when switched on.
4.4 Video cassette recorder (VCR)
c Connect the video recorder to the SCART socket
VCR . In playback mode the video recorder will
supply a switching signal to the receiver.
The video recorder signal will then be fed
automatically to the TV set.
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If your video recorder does not provide an electric
signal, use the EXTERN key to switch your receiver
to the external VCR input. Pressing this key again will
revert to normal operation.
4.5 Hi-fi amplifier
To achieve the best sound quality, the receiver can be
connected to a hi-fi amplifier. To do this, connect the Audio
R and Audio L cinch sockets of the receiver with a suitable
input of your hi-fi amplifier, e.g. CD or AUX, using a suitable
cable. Note that the Phono imput is not suitable!.
4.6 Serial interface RS 232
The RS 232 interface serves to update the operating
software, and to facilitate pre-programming by means of a
PC.
5 Installation
Once you have connected your receiver, and have
commenced operation, you can proceed to optimize the
settings for your personal preferences, if you wish.
5.1 OSD language
This feature gives you the opportunity to set the menu
language in accordance with your preferences.
To change the OSD language, proceed as follows:
> Press the Menu key to display the Main Menu
(Fig.
5-1)
.
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to select the menu
item OSD language.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The sub-menu OSD language will be displayed.
> Use the arrow up/down keys to select the desired
language. Use the arrow up/down keys to move
the marker up or down one line at a time, use the
arrow keys left/right to move forward or back one
page at a time.
> Store your selection in memory by pressing OK.
> Press the Back key to return to the Main Menu.
5.2 Basic settings
In order to gain optimum enjoyment from your DVB receiver,
you may still have to adjust some settings to your individual
preferences.
> Press the Menu key to display the Main Menu.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the line
Settings.
(Fig. 5-1)
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> Confirm by pressing OK. The sub-menu Settings will
be displayed.
(Fig. 5-2)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to select the entry
Basic Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu Basic Settings
will be displayed.
(Fig. 5-3)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move the marker
around within this menu, and to make changes in
individual positions according to your preference.
When selecting a menu item please also note any
help text displayed.
The following settings can be customized:
5.2.1 Parental control
Your unit is equipped with a child-proof function. This means
that any programmes that you have blocked from access as
described under Points 7.1.5 and 7.2 can only be selected
after entering a four-digit PIN code. In this line you can press
the OK key to switch the child-proof feature on or off.
5.2.2 Time difference GMT (hours)
Your unit is equipped with an integrated clock. This is set via
satellite reception to Greenwich Mean Time. If you have
select None under Country (see 5.2.3), you merely need to
use the arrow keys right/left or the OK key to correct the
clock to your local time. In Germany the difference for
standard time is +1 hour, for daylight savings time the
difference is +2 hours.
5.2.3 Country
This function provides for automatic change-overs from
daylight saving time to standard time. Enter your home
country in the line Country, using the arrow keys left/right
to select the appropriate country.
> Press the Back key to return to the menu Settings, or
press the Menu key to return to normal operation. The
settings will be automatically stored in memory.
5.3 Audio/Video settings
In order to optimize the receiver in cojunction with your
television set, you can effect the following settings in the
menu Audio/Video Settings.
> Press the Menu key to display the Main Menu.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the line
Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The sub-menu Settings will
be displayed.
(Fig. 5-4)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to mark the line
Audio/Video Settings.
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(Fig. 5-3)
(Fig. 5-2)
(Fig. 5-4)
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> Confirm by pressing OK.
The menu Audio/Video Settings will be displayed.
(Fig. 5-5)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to move around in this
menu, and to change the individual items as indicated.
Where indicated, please take note of the help text
displayed in conjunction with your selection.
The following settings can be effected:
5.3.1 Image format TV set:
Use the arrow keys up/down to set the appropriate image
format for your TV set: 4:3 or 16:9. This function allows the
image format to be adapted to your TV set automatically.
5.3.2 Language (Audio signal)
Use the arrow keys left/right in this line to select your
preferred language. Whenever this is broadcast (dual-tone
broadcasts) this will be selected automatically.
5.3.3 SCART mode
Use the arrow keys left/right in this line to select the setting
appropriate for your TV set, FBAS or RGB. For standard
sets retain the default setting RGB.
> Press the Back key to return to the menu Settings, or
press the Menu key to return to normal operation. The
settings will be automatically stored in memory.
5.4 LNB setting/Adjusting to external
unit/Satellite selection
When you have completed customizing the settings of your
receiver to your preferences, it may be necessary to adjust
the receiver to your antenna. The receiver is programmed at
the factory with all the ASTRA and EUTELSAT programmes,
and configured for a Universal LNB (see Anexure Technical
terms). These programmes can be received via an
appropriate antenna immediately after commencing operation
of your receiver, without any further adjustments.
If you wish to receive signals from other satellites, or if you
are using a different type of LNB,. you can make the
necessary adjustments to your receiver settings as follows:
> Press the Menu key to display the Main Menu.
(Fig.
5-6)
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the line
Settings.
> Confirm by pressing OK.
The menu Settings will be displayed.
(Fig. 5-7)
> Now use the arrow keys up/down to select the line
LNB Settings.
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(Fig. 5-5)
(Fig. 5-6)
(Fig. 5-7)
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> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu LNB Settings
will be displayed.
(Fig. 5-8)
The following settings can be effected in this sub-menu:
5.4.1 Switching DiSEqC on and off
DiSEqC (Digital Satelliten Equipment Control) is a digital
switching signal used to control DiSEqC-compatible
components via the antenna connection.
If your external unit is equipped with DiSEqC componen ts
you must activate the DiSEqC switching:
> In this line, use the OK key to switch the DiSEqC on
or off.
As only one LNB can be controlled when the DiSEqC
switching is not activated, the menu will be restricted
to the configuration of a single LNB.
5.4.2 Setting the switching matrix and the LNB
characteristics
The menu lists the four switching criteria of the DiSEqC
switching feature.
Your unit is pre-programmed so that ASTRA will be received
in switch position A/A and Eutelsat will be received on switch
position B/A of a multi-switch. Should the switching matrix of
your receiving installation be configured differently, or if you
wish to receive other satellites, you can adjust your receiver
to the parameters of your receiving installation as follows.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to select the DiSEqC
switch position (1-4) to which you wish to assign a
satellite, by marking this line in blue (e.g.. A/B 3 No
Satellite).
> Press OK.
A table showing the satellites available for selection
will be displayed.
> Use the arrow keys up/down to mark the required
satellite.
Use the arrow keys up/down to move up or down the
menu one line at a time, use the arrow keys left/right
to move forward or back one page at a time.
Should the satellite you require not be listed, please
select one of the reserve slots, designated User1 to
User 14.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The selected satellite will
now be inserted at the previously marked poosition in
the menu LNB Settings.
You should now proceed to work through the menu LNB
Settings, until the settings in this menu correspond with the
characteristics of your receiving installation. In the case of
any switching criteria you do not require, select the option
No Satellite.
(Fig. 5-8)
A B
Position
Output
A B
Position
Output
A B
Option
Output
Example:
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5.4.3 Additional Settings
Once you have adjusted the switching matrix of your DVB
receiver to the requirements of your receiving installation,
you should now check and, if necessary, correct the other
settings relating to your receiving unit.
> Use the arrow keys left/right to move the marker to
the item LNB Test.
> Now, in the line whose setting you wish to change, use
the arrow keys up/down to select the field
Continue.
> Confirm by pressing OK. The menu LNB Settings
will be displayed.
(Fig. 5-9)
The following settings can be effected in this menu:
DiSEqC Type
> In this line, use the arrow keys left/right to select the
type of LNB you are using. You can choose from
Single LNB, Quatro LNB, DisiCon 1 LNB,
DisiCon 2 LNB, DisiCon 4 LNB, C-Band LNB
and a User LNB, for manual entry of LNB data.
> Press OK to accept the setting and store it in memory.
Test Transponder
The following items of this menu should only be entered when
you wish to test the signal of a particular 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 transmitted per
second. For example, this could be 27500 (27500 symbols
per second). Use the numeric keys to enter the appropriate
value.
User LNB
If you have selected the DiSEqC Type User LNB, you can
select further parameters:
LOF low band
LOF (Local oscillator frequency) is the frequency used to
convert the received frequency into the so-called 1.
intermediate frequency, which can then be interpreted by the
receiver. So-called Universal LNBs utilize 2 LOFs to cover the
entire reception range of 10.7 to 11,8 GHz (low-band) and
11,7 to 12,75 GHz (high band).
> In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the LOF of
the low band of your LNB.
14
(Fig. 5-9)
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LOF high band
In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the LOF of the
high band of your LNB.
Switchover LOF low//high
In this line, use the numeric keys to enter the frequency at
which your LNB switches from the low band to the high band.
Press OK to accept the setting and store it in memory.
Signal/Quality
If you have entered the parameters of the test transponder
correctly, this line will indicate the signal strength and quality.
5.4.4 Rotating antenna
If you are operating the receiver in conjunction with a rotating
antenna driven by a DiSEqC motor ( Level 1.2), switch the
DiSEqC Control (Point 5.4.1) on and please note Point
8 of the operating manmual.
6 Operation
6.1 Switching on and off
> Switch the receiver on by pressing the On/Standby
key on the front panel of the unit, or on the remote
control.
> Pressing the same key again - on the unit or on the
remote control - will switch the receiver off again.
> The unit is now in standby mode, ready for use.
Please note:
When switching the receiver off, all current settings are
automatically stored in memory. For this reason the
unit can only be switched on again after a period of
approx. 15 seconds.
6.2 Programme selection
6.2.1 Using the Programme keys up/down
> You can switch from one programme to another, one
slot at a time, using the programme keys up/down
either on the receiver itself or on the remote control
unit.
6.2.2 Using the numeric keys
> You can use the numeric keys to enter the desired
programme 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
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