THOMSON THS814 User Manual

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THS814

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TABLE OF CONTENT

1.0 1.INTRODUCTION 3

1.1 Safety Instructions 3

1.2 Storage 4

1.3 Equipment Set-up 4

1.4 Accessories 4

1.5 Usage of external USB devices 5

2.0 YOUR RECEIVER 5

2.1 DEFAULT PIN-CODE: 0000 5

2.2 Front Panel 5

2.3 Side Panel 5

2.4 Rear Panel 5

2.5 Remote Control 5

2.6 Inserting the batteries 6

2.7 Using the remote control 6

3.0 CONNECTIONS 7

3.1 Basic connection to the TV 7

3.2 Connecting to your home entertainment via coax S/PDIF 7

3.3 Connecting to your satellite dish via DiSEqC 1.0 7

4.0 STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME 7

4.1 Language and Video Settings 7

4.2 Antenna Setup 8

4.3 Channel list selection 8

5.0 QUICK GUIDE TO USING YOUR RECEIVER 8

6.0 OPERATION 9

6.1 Changing channels 9

6.2 Info Banner 10

6.3 Selection of audio language 10

6.4 Teletext 10

6.5 Subtitles 10

6.6 Changing the video settings 10

6.7 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) 11

7.0 MAIN MENU 11

7.1 Installation 11

7.2 Channels 14

7.3 Settings 16

7.4 Multimedia 18

7.5 Update 19

7.6 CA Menu 20

8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 20

9.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 22

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1.0 1.INTRODUCTION

1.1 Safety Instructions

Read all of the instructions before operating the device. Keep these instructions well for later use.

- Only use attachments/accessories specied or provided by the manufacturer (such as the exclusive
supply adapter, batter y etc.).

- Please refer to the information on the product enclosure for electrical and safety information before
installing or operating the apparatus.

- To reduce the risk of re or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

- The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as

newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

- The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects lled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

- The mark indicates a risk of electric shock.

- To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the oor/wall in accordance with the
installation instructions.

- Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
types.

- The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as

sunshine, re or the like.

- Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
Listening to music at high volume levels and for extended durations can damage one's hearing.

- In order to reduce the risk of damage to hearing, one should lower the volume to a safe,
comfortable level, and reduce the amount of time listening at high levels.

- The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable.
When not in use and during movement, please take care of the power cord set, e.g. tie up the
power cord set with cable tie or something like that. It shall be free from sharp edges or similar
which can cause abrasion of the power cord set. When put into use again, please make sure the
power cord is not damaged. The absence of a light indication on the apparatus does not mean that
it is fully disconnected from the mains. To disconnect the apparatus completely, the mains plug must

be pulled out.

- Attention should be drawn to environmental aspects of battery disposal.

- No naked ame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

- To prevent the spread of re, keep candles or other open ames away from this product at all
times.

- Equipment with this symbol is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been

designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.

Precautions

- Never try to open the device. It is dangerous to touch the inside of the device due to high voltages
and possible electrical hazards. Opening the device will void the warranty of the product. Refer all
maintenance or servicing to suitably qualied personnel.

- When you are connecting cables, be sure that the device is disconnected from the mains supply
voltage. Wait a few seconds after switching off the device before you move the device or disconnect

any equipment.

- It is a necessity that you only use an approved extension and compatible wiring that is suitable for

the electrical power consumption of the installed equipment. Please ensure that the electrical power
supply corresponds with the voltage on the electrical identication plate at the back of the device.

Operating Environment

- Do not install this equipment in a conned space such as a bookcase or similar unit.

- Do not use the set near damp, and cold areas, protect the set from overheating.

- Keep away from direct sunlight.

- Do not use the set near dust place.

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- Do not attach candle to accessible opening area, to avoid ammable foreign material from entering
the device.

WEEE Directive

Correct Disposal of this product. This marking indicates that this product should not be
disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use
the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased.
They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

1.2 Storage

Your device has been carefully checked and packed before shipping. When unpacking it, make sure
that all the parts are included and keep the packaging away from children. We recommend that you
keep the carton during the warranty period, to keep your device perfectly protected in the event of
repair or warranty.

1.3 Equipment Set-up

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

- Refer to the user manual of your TV and your antenna.

- Make sure that the SCART/HDMI cable and outdoor components are in a good condition and the

SCART/HDMI connections are well shielded and from good quality.

The user manual available on our website www.thomsonstb.net provides complete instructions for
installing and using this receiver. The following symbols will serve as follows.

WARNING: Indicates warning information.

NOTE: Indicates any other additional important or helpful information.

MENU Represents a button on the remote control or the receiver.
(Bold characters)

Move to Represents a menu item within a screen.
(Italic characters)

1.4 Accessories

- Installation instructions

- 1x remote control unit

- 2x batteries (AAA type)

- 1x power adapter 12 V DC, 1,5 A

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

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

operation of remote control.

NOTE: For the appropriate usage with this device, use only power adapters as

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listed below (in case of a necessary exchange):

- Model: CH-AS120150E7xR; Manufacturer: Sichuan Changhong Electronic
Component Co., Ltd.

- Model: TB-AS120150E6xR; Manufacturer: Ten Pao Electronics (Huizhou)
Co., Ltd.

- Model: CY-AS120150E5xR; Manufacturer: Jiangsu Chenyang Electron
Co., Ltd.

The usage of other power adapters may cause damage to the device. Such damage is not covered
under warranty.

1.5 Usage of external USB devices

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

2.0 specications, multimedia functions or software update might not work properly.

- If you are going to use external USB HDD (Hard Disk Drive) please consider that it might be the
case that the power specications exceed the supported output of your receiver (5 V/800 mA). If so,
please connect your USB HDD to an according external power adapter.

- STRONG cannot guarantee compatibility with all types of USB storage devices.

- It is advised not to store important information on USB storage devices used with the receiver.

Always make backups of data on your USB storage device before using it with this receiver. STRONG
will not take responsibility for any loss of information or circumstances caused by loss of information.

- For a proper performance with this receiver your USB device must be formatted to FAT32.

- Playback of les cannot be guaranteed although extensions are listed, as it depends on codec, data

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

2.0 YOUR RECEIVER

2.1 DEFAULT PIN-CODE: 0000

2.2 Front Panel

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1. STBY/ON Switches the receiver ON or into Standby

2. P-/P+ Changes to the previous/next channel in TV mode

3. IR Sensor Receives the RCU commands

4. Indicator LED GREEN indicates that the receiver is currently ON, RED indicates

that the receiver is currently in standby mode

5. USB To connect your USB storage device for multimedia or software

update

2.3 Side Panel

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1. Smartcard slot To insert your valid and activated ORF Digital (Irdeto) smartcard

NOTE: 5 min after switching the receiver to Standby it enters the deep sleep

mode. Within this time the receiver is able to start up quickly. Starting up
from deep sleep takes approx. 45 sec.

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2.4 Rear Panel

1. SAT IN To connect to the LNB of your satellite antenna for reception of

satellite broadcast signal

2. IR To connect the separately available IR extender

3. S/PDIF (coax.) To connect to a digital amplier or home theatre set

4. HDMI To connect to the HDMI input of your TV set using a good quality

HDMI cable

5. TV SCART To connect to your TV set using a SCART cable

6. Power adapter To connect to the original included main power adapter (Input 100

~240V 50~60Hz/ Output 12 V DC/ 1,5 A)

2.5 Remote Control

1. q Switches the receiver On/Standby

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2. ! Mutes audio output of the receiver in every mode incl. videotext,

the symbol will not be shown within menu mode

3. 0~9 Channel selection or value input

4. TV/R Toggles between TV and RADIO mode

5.  No function

6. FAV Opens the favourite list selection if previously congured

7. 9 Opens the recently watched channel list or switches between the

two previously watched channels*

8. AUDIO Opens the list of audio languages

9. INFO Shows the actual channel information

10. EPG Shows the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)

11. pq Menu Off: Change channel to next/previous. Menu On: Moves the

cursor up/down.

12. t u Menu Off: Decreases/increases the volume level. Menu On: Change

settings and navigation in menu.

13. OK Menu Off: Displays the current channel list. Menu On: Opens

the highlighted setting or for conrmation. In Videotext mode:
Changing the transparency in 3 stages

14. MENU Opens the main menu; Within the menu switches to TV mode

15.  One step back from each menu or to cancel actions

16. VOL+/VOL- Increases/decreases the volume in all modes

17. P+/P- Scroll page wise in all lists

18. LIST Opens the satellite channel list in TV mode. In EPG and Timer mode

it opens the Timer list

19. CH+/CH- Channel up/down

20. OPT Opens the settings for TV format, aspect ratio and resolution

21. TEXT Opens the teletext if available

22. SUB Shows the list of subtitle languages if available

23.  Gives direct access to mails from your service provider

24. 2 In Multimedia mode: To pause the playback of a le

25. RWD/FF In Multimedia mode: Fast rewind/Fast forward

26. 4 No function

27. u In Multimedia mode: Starts the playback of a selected le

28. 78 In Multimedia mode: During playback to jump to the previous/next

le

29. 3 In Multimedia mode: Stops the playback of the selected le

30. COLOUR BUTTONS In menu for specic functions

* Depending on the Recent channel list setting within system settings menu

2.6 Inserting the batteries

NOTE: The batteries must not be recharged, disassembled, electrically short-

circuited, be mixed or used with other types of batteries.

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2.7 Using the remote control

NOTE: The remote control will not operate if its path is blocked or affected by

bright/stroboscopic light.

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3.0 CONNECTIONS

3.1 Basic connection to the TV

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a) Connect the LNB of your satellite antenna to the SAT IN connector of your receiver using a

good quality coaxial cable and suitable ‘F-connector' plugs.

b) Connect one end of a good quality HDMI cable to the HDMI connector of your receiver and

the other end to the HDMI input of your TV set.

c) Plug the power adapter jack to the receiver and the other end to a suitable wall outlet.
Optional: Connect one end of a good quality Scart cable to the TV SCART of your receiver and the
other end to the SCART input of your TV set.

3.2 Connecting to your home entertainment via coax S/PDIF

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a) Connect your USB 2.0 storage device to this connector by using a good quality USB cable or

insert the device directly.

b) Connect one end of a good quality coaxial audio cable to the S/PDIF output of your receiver

and the other end to the coaxial audio input of your home theatre, amplier or any other
device supporting digital audio.

c) Plug the power adapter jack to the receiver and the other end to a suitable wall outlet.

3.3 Connecting to your satellite dish via DiSEqC 1.0

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a) Connect the LNBs of your xed antenna to the desired inputs of a DiSEqC 1.0 switch using a

good quality coaxial cable and suitable ‘F-connectors'.

b) Connect the output (or “to receiver”) of the DiSEqC 1.0 switch to the SAT IN connector on

your receiver using a good quality coaxial cable and suitable ‘F-connectors'.

c) Plug the power adapter jack to the receiver and the other end to a suitable wall outlet.

4.0 STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME

Ensure that your satellite signal is of good quality and that all connections are properly setup. In
case of difculties or questions, please ask your local dealer or service hotline for assistance. It is
recommended to follow the First Time Installation step by step. It will guide you through the basic
installation and setup process. You can enjoy digital HD broadcasts within just a few minutes. To enjoy
the complete range of channels and to watch your preferred scrambled services, it is recommended
to insert the ORF Digital smartcard. Then continue with the rst time installation. Please pay attention

to the correct insertion of the smartcard.

4.1 Language and Video Settings

After connecting your receiver for the rst time, the OSD Language, Aspect Ratio, Aspect Conversion
and HDMI Resolution menus will be shown. Change your language with t u and use pq to select

the other settings. For these settings, you can also use OK to show a list of available settings. Adjust
the Aspect Ratio according to your TV (4:3 for an analogue CTV set and 16:9 for your new at
screen/HD TV) and select the Conversion of your preference.
For HDMI Resolution the default setting 720p is recommended, but many TVs already support higher
resolutions. Therefore you can choose Auto (it will check the highest resolution supported by the TV)
or 1080i. 1080p will only be supported after a future software update.

NOTE: If you select an HDMI resolution which your TV does not support, the

receiver will switch to the previous setting automatically after ~10 sec. If
you can see the displayed message, please conrm the selected resolution
by pressing OK.

During any stage of the First Time Installation, you can press BLUE Next to go to the next step or

YELLOW Previous to get back to the previous step.

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4.2 Antenna Setup

This receiver is already adjusted for reception of Astra 19.2 satellite with the correct settings as it is
most common. Per default it is setup for DiSEqC port 1, but you can use the setting as well if you
are not connected to any switch. You only need to change these settings if you are not connected to
Astra 19.2 or you don't have this satellite connected to port 1 of your DiSEqC switch. To adjust your
antenna settings for the Satellite, LNB Power, LNB Type, LNB Freq, DiSEqC 1.0 and Transponder
correctly, use the t u and pq buttons.
For the better convenience and if you have a multi dish installation, we support the Auto DiSEqC
Scan* function, which can be activated by pressing the GREEN button.
For further details and information about the settings, see chapter 7.1.1 Antenna Setup
Within the First Time Installation it is only possible to adjust settings for up to 4 satellite positions. In
order to proceed with First Time Installation, use BLUE Next to go forwards.

* This new function can recognise available satellites in the persisting antenna installation. The predened satellites are: Astra 19.2E,
Astra 23.5E, Astra 28.2E, HotBird 13.0E and Eutelsat 9.0E.

4.3 Channel list selection

In this menu you can highlight the channel list of your choice by pressing t u and then choose the
appropriate option in below.

At the Preset Channel list option you can choose between ORF List, HD Austria Senderliste, Family
List and Young Spirit, depending on your preferences and subscription (an overview about the

different channels in each list can be found on our website www.thomsonstb.net).
In the ORF List you can nd mainly Austrian ORF HD channels, respectively the most popular and
preferred German-language Free-To-Air TV stations in SD and HD. At the end of this list there are,
amongst others, channels from the HD Austria and Plus Austria package as well.
The HD Austria Senderliste mainly includes channels from the HD Austria- and Plus Austria package,
as well as the most popular ORF channels; German-language Free-To-Air TV stations in SD and
HD and international channels. This list is maintained and updated automatically by the service list
provider and cannot be edited. The channel editing can only be applied for channels which are saved
above channel number 4000 or saved in favourite list(s).
The Family list and Young Spirit serves a mixed selection of Austrian and German channels as
mentioned above, but in different sequences. These lists can be fully edited and won't be updated

automatically.

After selecting the preferred channel list, use pq to select the Regional channel option and by
pressing t u or OK and pq, you decide which ORF2 HD channel should be placed on position 2 of

the selected channel list.

After your preferred channel list and the regional channels are set, press BLUE Next to nish the rst
installation. Your receiver will switch to the 1st channel of your selected list respectively search for the
HD Austria Senderliste and afterwards you can enjoy watching TV with your new receiver!
Details for a channel search can be found in chapter 7.1.3 Channel Search.

5.0 QUICK GUIDE TO USING YOUR RECEIVER

We at THOMSON understand that you can't wait to enjoy your new HD receiver. The following quick
guide will make you familiar with the basic operation of this device. We do, however, advice you to
read the full manual on our website www.thomsonstb.net to get the best performance from your
THOMSON HD receiver.
To switch your receiver on or to Standby, use the q button on the remote control or the button
on the left-hand side of the front panel. Please, insert your valid and activated Irdeto smartcard for
proper reception of the channel bouquet of your choice. Choose a channel with P-/P+ respectively
use these buttons on the front panel or the CH+/CH- buttons. Alternatively, you can digit the channel
number with the 0~9 buttons on the remote control or press OK in viewing mode to display the
channel list. The volume can be adjusted with the VOL+/VOL- buttons. The usage of VOL+/VOL-
and ! is possible in all menus which present a TV picture in the background and can be used in the
videotext mode additionally. In viewing mode you can also use t u.
P+/P- enable you to scroll page wise in all list modes to choose your channel or make further

selections as conveniently as possible.

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To open the channel and programme* information, you have to press the INFO button in viewing

mode. In this state it is possible to use t u to display channel and programme information about
other channels without switching channels. Press INFO twice to display detailed programme
information about the current or next programme. Use t u to change between the current and next
event information. In the respective programme information you can use P+/P- to scroll if applicable.

If you press INFO for the third time, the corresponding technical details will be displayed. Press INFO
or to close the information.

* Programme information is displayed when available. Availability depends on the broadcast.

Note: 5 min after switching the receiver into Standby it will enter the deep sleep

mode. Within this time the receiver is able to start up quickly. Starting up
from deep sleep takes approx. 45 sec.

6.0 OPERATION

In viewing mode, several features are available to make watching TV a true pleasure. This chapter
describes these features. Please also read chapter 7.0 to get familiar with the menu of your new

receiver.

6.1 Changing channels

Your new receiver is equipped with three ways to change channels.

1. Via direct access

2. Via the channel list

3. Via the CH+/CH- or pq buttons

4. Via using the 9 button

6.1.1 Direct access

To gain direct access to a certain channel, simply input its number with the 0~9 buttons on the
remote control. Channel numbers can be up to four digits long. Entering a number with less than four
digits is possible. After entering the channel number just wait a few seconds or press OK and your
receiver will switch to the selected channel.

Note: Please note that when using the “HD Austria Senderliste” some channel

numbers may not be in the list or assigned. Personally stored or searched
channels will be stored from channel number 4000.

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6.1.2 Channel list

Press OK in viewing mode to display the channel list. In the header section the corresponding name
of the selected channel list will be displayed, e.g. HD Austria Senderliste.Use pq inside the channel
list to highlight your channel of choice and press OK to switch to the highlighted channel.
The channel list is equipped with a lter function to make it easier to nd your favourite channels.
While in the channel list, press RED. An alphabet banner will now be displayed. Use pq or P+/P- to
select the rst letter or number of the channel you wish to lter for and press OK or t to change
to the ltered list. All channels beginning with the chosen letter will now be listed at the left side
(ascending order by channel number).
The following buttons are available in the channel list and in viewing mode:

TV/R: Toggles between TV and radio channels, in channel list changes the list mode.
LIST: Opens the satellite list selection in viewing and list mode in case there is more than 1

satellite installed.

FAV: Displays the favourite list selection in both modes. Details about creating favourite

lists can be found in chapter 7.2.1 TV Channel Manager.

To return to the original respectively to the previous channel list /mode use TV/R or LIST.

6.1.3 Using the CH+/CH- buttons

CH+ or p will switch to a higher channel.

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CH- or q will switch a lower channel.

6.1.4 Using the 9 button

In order to quickly switch between your most preferred channels, use 9 to view the list of Recently
watched channels. This list contains up to 30 of the most recently watched channels. As this list is

temporary it will be recreated each time after you switch on your receiver. In the Settings> System
Settings menu, the Recent channel list option can also be set to O, in this case pressing the 9
button changes between the 2 last watched channels.

6.2 Info Banner

Any time during viewing mode you can press the INFO button to get info about the current channel
and programme*.
In this state, it is possible to use t u to display channel and programme information about other
channels without switching channels. Press INFO twice to display detailed programme information
of the current or next programme. For the current programme information use t u to change
between the current and next event information. In the respective programme information, you can
use P+/P- to scroll if applicable. If you press the button a third time, technical details of this channel
will be displayed. The technical information might help you in case of reception or similar problems
to see if the channel provides Audio/Video PIDs and if the signal is of sufcient quality and strength
additionally you can nd the CSSN in this screen. Press INFO or to close the information.
Settings for the display duration can be set in menu 7.3.2 System Settings.

* Programme information is displayed when available. Availability depends on the broadcast.

6.3 Selection of audio language

Some channels support a choice of different audio formats and/or languages. To select another
audio language, press AUDIO in the viewing mode. A list with the available audio languages will be
displayed. Press pq to select an audio language or mode and conrm with OK. It is also possible to
select another audio mode with t u. To conrm your settings press OK to apply.

6.4 Teletext

Your receiver includes a fully featured Teletext. To access Teletext, press the TEXT button in viewing
mode and enter the page number of choice with the 0~9 buttons. You can use pq t u like
described on screen for selection and scrolling through Teletext pages. If you would like to change the
transparency of the Videotext, press OK. In this mode the usage of VOL+/VOL- and ! is supported
as well. If subpages are available at the current page, use t u to select and with P+/P- you can scroll
fast through the pages +100/-100. Press or TEXT to quit.

6.5 Subtitles

Some channels support a choice of different DVB subtitle languages. Press the SUB button in viewing
mode to display a list of available subtitle languages. Use the pq buttons for selection and conrm
with OK. To leave this menu use .

NOTE: DVB subtitles on Astra 19.2 are currently available on different German

channels: Das Erste HD, ZDF HD, 3sat HD, arteHD, WDR HD and other
popular channels. If you switch the Subtitles Display to On, the according
subtitles will be displayed automatically in case of availability for this
channel/movie. When the setting is O subtitles can be temporary
opened. Further information about subtitles can be found on the
broadcaster's own videotext pages or websites.

6.6 Changing the video settings

Press the OPT button in viewing mode to change settings like HDMI Resolution, Aspect Ratio and
Aspect Conversion or to have a look on the current settings. To select use pq and to change use

t u. After all settings have been made, press to quit.

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NOTE: If you congure an HDMI resolution which isn't supported by your TV,

there is no problem because if you press no button, the receiver will
automatically switch back to the last used resolution after ~ 10 seconds.
However, if you can see the displayed message, then conrm the selected
resolution by pressing OK.

6.7 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)

The Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) provides an information overview on the current television
programme. The information is provided by the respective broadcaster and may not be available for

all channels.

Therein you will nd program information and overviews and you can also program a timer (for
viewing or with your VCR).
To open, press the EPG button in TV mode. By default, the Grid EPG is set, which gives you a better
overview of the current program on several different channels. On the left you will see the channel
list, on the right the events preview with the event information for the next hours. The corresponding
short information about the selected event is displayed in the upper right of the screen with the
start and end of the event. Use the pq buttons to select the desired channel, then press OK to
switch to the channel and load its information. If you press OK again on you will directly switch to TV
mode. Use u to highlight a particular event of the selected channel. Press INFO to display detailed

information and press to close it again. Press the BLUE button to go 6 hours forwards and press
the YELLOW button to go 6h backwards (not further than to current time). To go directly to the
current time use the GREEN button. The RED button allows you to book a timer for a selected event

and with LIST you can open the timer list.
For details on editing timers, see chapter 7.3.4 Timer, the function is identical.
Use the EPG button to switch to Single EPG.

Single EPG

In this form of the EPG, you always see the list of information for the selected channel on the right
where you can use pq to select an event. The corresponding event description is located in the
lower area. To go to the next or previous day, use the BLUE and YELLOW buttons, to return to the

current contents use the GREEN button. The remaining functions stay as described above. To switch
to the Grid EPG use the EPG button and to leave the menu use or press OK for a 2nd time on the
selected channel.
The detailed description of the timer functions can be found in chapter 7.3.4 Timer.

NOTE: Availability of EPG data depends on broadcast and can be displayed for up

to 7 days. If you are opening the EPG just after the receiver was switched
on or changed to another transponder we recommend to wait for a short

moment in order to collect the data.

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7.0 MAIN MENU

Press MENU in viewing mode to display the main menu. All important settings and features of your
receiver can be operated from there. It consists of the following sub-menus: Installation, Channels,
Settings, Multimedia, Update and CA Menu.
Use t u to select a sub-menu and pq to choose an option. Press OK to open the chosen

submenu.

7.1 Installation

Press MENU and select Installation with t u. The following sub-menus are available: Antenna
Setup, Motor Setting, Channel Search and Factory Reset.

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7.1.1 Antenna Setup

In this menu, you can change and adapt settings for the antenna(s) and their transponders. Use the
t u buttons to change settings, and use pq to select an item, or press OK to list the settings. For
the default setting of DiSEqC 1.0, you can set the parameters for up to 4 satellite positions Port 1-4.

Satellite Press OK to open the list of available satellites. Select the desired satellite with pq

or P+/P- and conrm with OK.

LNB Power If necessary, you can change the LNB voltage using the t u buttons.
LNB Type Select the desired LNB type using the t u buttons if you are not using a universal

LNB. Available are: C Band, SatCR and User dened.
LNB Freq Displays the corresponding values for the LNB type. 4 adjustments are possible.
22 KHz Tone Not congurable at Universal LNB Type.
DiSEqC 1.0 If DiSEqC 1.0 is used, up to 4 positions can be linked to satellites.
DiSEqC 1.1 If DiSEqC 1.1 is used, up to 16 positions can be linked to satellites.
Transponder Press OK to open the list of available transponders for the selected satellite to check

the parameters or adjust the antenna.

Unicable freq When using SatCR LNB Type, this option appears to enter the desired frequency.
Unicable ub When using SatCR LNB Type, this option appears to enter the desired ID number.

If Transponder is highlighted, the channel search can be started on this TP by using the RED Search
button or just press OK, the GREEN Auto DiSEqC Search* button allows you to search for available

satellites in the existing antenna installation.

* This function can nd available satellites within the already persisting installation. The precongured satellites are: Astra 19.2E, Astra

23.5E, Astra 28.2E, HotBird 13.0E and Eutelsat 9.0E.

7.1.2 Motor Setting

If you are using DiSEqC 1.2 or USALS, you can install satellites which are received by a motorised
dish. For the correct installation and positioning of your motor, we recommend the support/advice
of a professional and experienced installer. Here you can congure the motor type and set the motor
position for a satellite that you want to receive.

Satellite Press OK to open the list of available satellites and select one by using the pq or

P+/P- buttons, then press OK again for conrmation.
Transponder Press OK to open the list of available transponders if you like to set a specic

transponder for the selected satellite.

DiSEqC Motor Choose between DiSEqC 1.2 and USALS or O. Per default it is Off because of pre-

dened setup for DiSEqC 1.0.

DiSEqC 1.2 selection

Move step-wise Press t u to move your antenna east or west. Move carefully until you see that

both signal beams have an acceptable reception level. When you nd the selected

satellite, press

and select Yes to save the position.

Move continuously

Use this function to move quickly to a desired position by holding down the t or u

key, depending on the direction in which you want to move the antenna. Also, be

very careful with it, so you do not bump into obstacles.
Limit Press OK to open this sub-menu, which allows you to set the mechanical limits for

your motor. This is only necessar y if your antenna is mounted which means, that a

wall, a tree or similar physical blockages could interfere with a free movement of the

antenna or motor.

Save to this position

You can store this position between 0 and 63, OK can be used again as described

above.
Save/Recalculation

With Save and Recalculate, you can set whether the position should be saved or a

new calculation should be made after setting this position.

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Go to position Press OK to move the motor to the centre position. This is only necessary for the rst

USALS selection

Congure the motor position by using the USALS function. Enter your geographic location. The motor
is able to calculate all available satellite positions, preconditioned this function is also supported by
the motor. Use pq to select the Antenna Position sub-menu.

Antenna position:

Go to position Press OK to move the motor to the desired satellite position. After computation, you

NOTE: For detailed information about correct geographic locations for your

7.1.3 Channel Search

In this menu, you can perform an automatic, network or transponder search. You can also search for
channels on all installed satellites. Use the pq buttons to highlight the desired item and use t u to
change the settings.
Satellite: Here you will nd a list of satellites, only select a satellite/s which is available in your

If this option is marked, the name and position can be changed using the RED

Transponder: Use the t u buttons to switch between the transponders of the selected satellite.

Channel type Use t u to select the channels you'd like to search for: All, only Free-to-air or

Scan mode TV & Radio searches for TV and radio channels, TV only for TV channels and radio

Search for Use t u to select the search type to be performed. You can choose between the

One Satellite: Searching on the selected satellite
Selected Satellites:

NIT Table: NIT Scan on the selected satellite.
Load HD Austria channel list:

One Transponder:

After choosing the desired settings, press OK to start the channel search, or press
menu without scanning.

time to set the antenna correctly. Then you can also select a number of a position
you already have stored or check the antenna position.

Press OK to open the submenu. Use the 0 ~ 9 buttons to enter the degree of
longitude. Next, select East or West, then 0 ~ 9 to enter the latitude. Finally, specify
North or South. Finally, select Save and press OK to conrm your entries.

can also select other satellites, go to Satellite and select the desired one from the

list.

location, visit websites such as dishpointer.com, itouchmap.com, or other

reliable sources such as professional journals.

installation or have been congured previously.

Rename Satellite button. To do this use pq and t u, on the shown keyboard, to
navigate.

You can also press OK to list them. Use pq or P+/P- to scroll through the list.
Conrm your selection with OK. Press the RED button to Edit TP, the GREEN to Add

TP or YELLOW to Delete Current TP. Details can be found in chapter 7.1.3.1 Edit,
add or delete transponders

Encrypted channels.

only for radio channels.

following options:

Search for all installed satellites. * This option displays a menu for selecting the
installed satellites. After selection, please use the RED Search key to continue the

search.

This option allows you to install the HD Austria channel list. In this case, previously
installed channels are kept and are listed correspondingly. TV or Radio channels
which are not included in the HD Austria channel list are sorted at channel numbers
starting with 4000 or 6000 and only such can still be edited.

Search on the transponder selected in above

to exit the

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* Only available if more than one satellite has been setup.

NOTE: Network Data/NIT Table (Network Identication Table): This function

allows you to search the NIT data of the corresponding satellite to receive
newly released channels. Please consider that in contrast to Astra 19.2
and HotBird 13.0 some satellites do not have this database respectively
can only support it partly. If you have any questions, please contact your

dealer or the service.

NOTE: If you want to add or edit parameters for a transponder, we

7.1.4 1 Edit, add or delete transponders

In this submenu, you can edit transponders. Use pq to navigate.

Frequency: Use the 0~9 buttons to enter the desired/changed frequency.
Symbol Rate: Use the 0~9 buttons to enter the required symbol rate.
Polarization: Use the t u buttons to change the polarization.

Select pq Save to accept or Cancel to discard the changes.
If you have selected a specic transponder from the list and want to delete it, use the YELLOW key
and conrm the message with OK.

7.1.5 Factory Reset

The factory reset will set the receiver back to the default settings. All saved channels and settings will
be lost!
To reset the receiver, enter your PIN-Code(DEFAULT PIN-CODE: 0000). Use t u to select OK to

perform the reset or Cancel to return to the menu. After the factory reset the receiver will start within
the First Time Installation.

WARNING: A factory reset will permanently delete all your personal settings, channels

recommend verifying it by consulting websites like: www.lyngsat.com;
www.kingsofsat.net or you can refer to professional journals.

and timers. Please consider this before you perform a factory reset.

7.2 Channels

Press MENU and use t u to select the Channels menu. The following sub-menus are available: TV
Channel Manager, Radio Channel Manager, Electronic Programme Guide and Parental Control.

7.2.1 TV Channel Manager

This menu allows you to customize your channel list or create favourite lists. To perform the desired
action, proceed as described below.
On the upper left, you can see the preview of the currently selected channel. Below you can nd
the selection of the various functions as well as FAV for creating favourite lists. In the middle is the
empty list where selected channels will be displayed. On the right, in the Program List you will see the
channels listed as in the standard channel list (depending on which one was selected during the First
Time Installation). Use pq to select a desired function and then u to go to Program List (except
when selecting FAV, see below). Then you will see that the selected option is dark grey. You can use

P+/P- to scroll through lists. ! and VOL+/VOL- are also available in this mode.
If you are in the Program List (right), you can select channels to be locked, deleted or moved by

using OK. These are listed in the centre under Selected. In this stage the receiver will switch to the
selected channel automatically which should make the allocation easier for you. If you have marked
a channel by mistake, move to the centre and press OK on the channel and the selection will be

cancelled.

When using the Lock function, the selected channels are marked with the  after saving. Locked
channels are locked in all channel lists, the PIN-Code must be entered for viewing (DEFAULT PIN-

CODE: 0000).

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For the Delete function you can mark as much channels as you like and will only be asked to accept
the changes when leaving the menu through .
The Move functions allows you to move one or multiple channels. In the Program List, select the
channel(s) you want to move with OK. They will appear one by one in the Selected column and you
can already dene the sequence with the appropriate selection(s). After you are nished with the
selection of channels to be moved, use pq and P+/P- to select the new position in the Program

List where the channels should be moved to and press the YELLOW Move key. The channels will be
inserted beneath the selected position.

Create Favourite Lists

Select FAV and press OK to create favourite lists. On the left, below the TV image, the groups, which
are available, will be displayed. Use pq to select a group. If you press OK, a keyboard appears and
you can rename the group. Within the keyboard use the pq and t u buttons to navigate and OK
to enter the desired character/number. Use RED to delete the existing name and GREEN to switch
between capital and small letters. Use P+/P- to switch to the special characters.
Once nished, select Save and press OK. Then go to the right via u button, where your usual
program list is displayed. Use FAV to add a channel to the selected favourite list and press OK to
switch to this channel. When you go to the centre, you can use FAV to remove the selected channel
from this favourite list (only from the FAV list). You can also activate the function by the YELLOW
button. A will appear next to the channel. Now move it to the desired position by using pq and
conrm the new position by pressing the YELLOW button again. In this case, channels can only be

moved 1 by 1.

To exit from a menu, press either to go back one step, or MENU to go directly to TV mode. When
you exit the menu by /MENU, you will be asked to conrm the changes. This applies to all changes

you have made.

NOTE: When using the “HD Austria Senderliste” associated channels cannot be

edited (deleted, moved or renamed). If you have made a recent or other
channel search, TV or radio channels which are not included in the “HD
Austria Senderliste” are ranked above channel number 4000 or 6000 and

can still be edited.

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7.2.2 Radio Channel Manager

Please refer to the previous chapter {TV Channel Manager) to nd out how it works in radio mode.
The only difference is that no picture is available.

7.2.3 Electronic TV Program (EPG)

For details on the EPG please refer to chapter 6.7 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide).

7.2.4 Parental Control

In this menu, you can make a PIN-Code Change, set a Menu lock and Program Lock Age.
To enter this menu, you need to enter the PIN-Code (DEFAULT PIN: 0000) rst. Use the pq buttons
to select the desired setting or press OK to list the options. Use the t u buttons to change the
setting.
Menu lock: Use t u to select ON or OFF, depending on whether you want to use this

function. It allows you to block access to the sender management and the complete

installation menu.

Program Lock Age:

Use t u to choose between the following settings: O, 12 years, 14 years 16
years or 18 years. As soon as you switch to channels which support child protection

or EPG-based age restrictions, you must enter your PIN-Code according to your
settings.

PIN-Code Change:

Press OK to open the options listed below.

Old PIN-Code: Use 0 ~ 9 to enter the old PIN-Code.

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New PIN-Code: Use 0 ~ 9 to enter the new PIN-Code.

Conrm new PIN:

After conrming the new PIN-Code, the menu is closed, otherwise press to exit.

NOTE: Parental Control only works on channels which support EPG or EPG based

Press the 0~9 buttons to conrm your new PIN-Code.

age restrictions, only then will you be prompted to enter your PIN-Code
(DEFAULT PIN: 0000). Otherwise, you can also lock the required channels

as described in the previous chapter 7.2.1 TV Channel Manager.

7.3 Settings

Press MENU and select SETTINGS with t u. The following submenus are available: Language,
System Settings, Time Settings, Timer, and STB Information.

7.3.1 Language

In this menu you can set the preferred languages for the menu, audio and subtitles. Use the pq
buttons to highlight the desired item and press t u to change the settings.

OSD Language: Select the desired language, and select Deutsch and English.
1st Audio Language:

2nd Audio Language:

Subtitles Display:

Subtitle language:

Volume settings: Here, you can set whether channels should use a unite volume control or if this

NOTE: Please note that DVB or HoH subtitles are not supported by all service

Set the 1st audio language here. If it is available, the receiver automatically selects it.

On the German-language channels the original language track might be available

and can also be set. In certain cases also acoustic image descriptions can be

selected.

Set the 2nd audio language here, if the 1st is not available.

Select between On or O. If Subtitle Display is set to On, Subtitles will be displayed

automatically in the language selected below (if broadcast/supported by the

operator). If you do not want the receiver to display subtitles, keep the setting O.

Please note that some events are broadcastwd with xed subtitles (xed in the video

signal integrated). These subtitles can not be swtiched off.

Set the language for the subtitles, if available, subtitles are displayed in the selected

language.

should be controlled seperately Per Service. Try to nd out which setting works best

for you.

providers. If available, subtitles can also be accessed via Teletext.

7.3.2 System Settings

In this menu, you can adjust the video parameters according to the connected TV, while general
settings are also available.

HDMI Resolution:

Aspect Ratio: Set the screen format that corresponds to that of the connected TV (4: 3 or 16: 9).
Aspect Conversion:

When a TV is connected with the aspect ratio of 4: 3, the optimal mode is Letterbox.

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This allows you to set the resolution for your HDMI output. If your TV does not

support the newly set value, the screen turns black. In this case, wait for about 10

seconds and do not press any buttons on the remote control, then the value will

automatically be reset to the previous one.

Set the image conversion as required.

A video in the 4: 3 format is not adjusted in this mode, but a video in the 16: 9

format is adjusted so that it is reproduced completely and without distortion (there
are black horizontal bars above and below the picture). When a TV with aspect
ratio 16: 9 is connected, the optimum mode is 16: 9. A video in the 4: 3 format is
reproduced with this setting without distortion (however, there are black vertical bars
on the left and right of playback). A video in the 16: 9 format is displayed without
image adjustment and covers the entire screen. Note that it is also possible to set the
format via the menu of your TV (depending on your TV model).

HDMI Audio Output:

Here you can set the setting for the digital audio output via HDMI. Press the t u
buttons to select between BitStream and PCM. If a TV set that supports Dolby®
Digital * is connected, use the BitStream setting. If this is not the case, use PCM.

S/PDIF Audio Output:

Here you can set the digital audio output via the coaxial S/PDIF. Press the t u
buttons to select between BitStream and PCM. If a home theater, amplier, or similar
is connected that supports Dolby® Digital *, use the BitStream setting. If this is not
the case, use PCM.

OSD Transparency:

You can set the transparency in this menu. You can choose between different values

and Cover

Banner Time Out:

Here you can adjust how long the infobanner is displayed.

Recent channel list

Here, you can set the function of the 9 button, factory-set On, which allows you to

open the Recently Viewed Channels list using 9 in TV mode to access up to 30 of
the most recently viewed channels receive. If you set O, the button will only change
between the 2 most recently viewed channels.

Deep Standby After:

This function switches the receiver to the power save mode (Deep Sleep) after
switching it off into the standby mode within the set time. Available settings are: 5
minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 1 hour, 3 hours, and O. The receiver consumes
less power than in standby mode. To power up from deep sleep mode, it takes about

45 seconds.

Auto Standby: This function allows you to set the hours after which the receiver should

automatically switch to standby mode. Available settings are: 1 hour, 2 hours, 3
hours, 4 hours, 5 hours, 6 hours, and O. If the receiver has not been operated
during the set time, it automatically switches to standby mode. This is an additional
way to reduce power consumption.

7.3.3 Time Settings

In this menu, you can adjust settings for the time and date

Time Settings: Select Auto to automatically synchronize the time and time zone, or Manual to set

the time manually.

Timezone: The time zone can be adjusted in manual Time Settings.
Summer Time: This setting is only available when you set the time to Manual.
When the winter time is changing to Summer Time, it is necessary to switch

Summer Time to ON.

7.3.4 Timer

Use the timer function to switch to a selected programme. Press OK to open a timer.

Timer Mode: Use t u to select Once, {Monday-Friday, Daily, Weekly or Monthly, factory setting

is set to O.

Timer Action: Switch On is set here to switch the receiver on at the desired time.
Channel: Press OK to open the channel list and press pq or P +/- to select the desired

channel and press OK to accept.

Start Date: Enter the selected date with 0 ~ 9.

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Start Time: Enter the selected starting time with 0 ~ 9.
End Time: Enter the selected end of the recording with 0 ~ 9.
Standby after timer:

After nishing all settings, press pq to select Save and press OK.

NOTE: The setting for Standby after timer applies to all timers.

7.3.5 Receiver Information

The menu contains information about the hardware and software versions of the receiver.
Amongst others you will nd the serial number, model name, loader version and the CSSN number
of the receiver, which is also required for the registration and payment of pay TV channels. The CSSN
number can also be found on the bottom of the receiver or on the packaging. If you need to contact
our support, please keep this information as it can help you process your request.

Set here whether the receiver should always be in standby after the timer has expired

or whether it should always remain switched on.

7.4 Multimedia

In this menu you can decide whether to play movies, music or look at pictures.
Use the pq buttons to select the appropriate menu, and then press ОK to switch to one of the
submenus. In all multimedia menus, you can use the multimedia buttons as usual.

7.4.1 Movies

Only supported movies can be played in this menu. Use the pq t u and P +/P- buttons to
navigate and select, or press OK.
Signs and symbols:

 Press OK on this icon to go back to the main directory from a selected subdirectory.
 Press OK on this icon to move from a selected subdirectory to the next directory.
 Displays a folder. Press OK on this icon to open it.
 Displays a le. Press OK on this icon to start playback in the preview mode. Press OK

Playback in preview mode

Press the RED Options button to select les for playback or to delete selected les.
Use the GREEN Play Mode button to set whether the le (s) should be repeated once or all or all.
Use the BLUE Switch button to switch directly to music or photo mode.

Playback in Full Screen Mode

Use the GREEN Jump key to jump to a specic time.
Press the YELLOW Hide button to show or hide the Infobanner.
Use the BLUE Audio button to change the audio language.
INFO changes the playback mode, e.g. whether the le (s) should be repeated once, randomly, or all.

7.4.2 Music

In this menu only supported music les can be played back. Use the pq t u and P +/P- buttons to
navigate and select or press OK.
Essentially, the functions for playing music do not differ from the functions for playing movies. Only
for music, there is no playback in full-screen mode. Please read the chapter above to familiarize
yourself with the full functions.

7.4.3 Pictures

In this menu only supported image les can be shown.
The function for playing pictures/photos only differs slightly from the playback for music.
Here you can nd the functions that are available for pictures or are different from the rest:

again to play in full-screen mode.

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Playback in Full Screen Mode

As soon as you conrm a picture with OK, the slideshow is starting; depending which mode has been
selected. The multimedia buttons can be used as usual.
Press MENU or to exit the function.

Playback in preview mode

Use the GREEN Play Mode button to change how the images should be played.
Slide Time This is where you can set how long it takes to go to the next image during the

slideshow, select 3 seconds, 5 seconds, 7 seconds, and OFF. OFF only displays
individual images.

Repeat Mode You can set the RepeatMode mode, whether the images are to be repeated Random

all All or not O at all.

Press MENU or to exit the menu.

7.5 Update

In this menu you can update the receiver via USB or OTA (= Over The Air /download via satellite).
Select the desired sub-menu using the pq buttons and press OK to continue.

7.5.1 USB Software Update

This function allows you to perform a software update using a USB storage device.
Download the appropriate software and update instructions from our website www.thomsonstb.net
and unzip them to your correctly formatted storage medium. Load the le (s) into the main directory
of your storage device, then connect it to your receiver. Turn the receiver on and wait until the storage

device is successfully detected.

1. Wait a few seconds (~ 10 sec.) Until the receiver displays a message that new software is

available. If no message is displayed, please try another storage device!

2. Use the t u buttons to select OK and press OK to perform the update.

3. The receiver now changes to the update mode. Please wait until the update is complete!

4. Please remove the USB device as soon as the corresponding message is displayed from your
receiver!

To reboot after successful update, the USB device must be removed!

WARNING: NEVER disconnect the receiver from the mains or switch the power OFF

during the update procedure. It can damage your receiver and warranty
will void! In case of an USB software update please consider that the
receiver may delete all channels, data and user settings in certain cases.

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7.5.2 OTA Software Update

With the OTA (Over The Air) function, you can search for software updates via satellite. Ask your
THOMSON dealer or visit our website www.thomsonstb.net for more information. Only in the
case of an available update and appropriate handling the option will be available in the menu. It is
possible that you can also receive an update request after starting up the receiver. Updates which are
broadcasted via OTA are intended to improve and to enhance the product so it should be carried out
in your own interest.
Press OK on the OTA Software Update menu. The receiver starts with the software search. Follow the

further instructions on screen.

WARNING: After the update the receiver restarts automatically! During the update

process NEVER disconnect the receiver from the mains, switch power
OFF or disconnect the receiver from the antenna cable! This can damage
your receiver and warranty will be void! In case of an OTA update please
consider that the receiver may delete all channels, data and user settings

in certain cases.

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7.6 CA Menu

This menu contains all important and necessary information about the integrated encryption system.
If there are problems with opening encrypted channels, these data can help the operator or the
servicehotline with nding a solution or hint.

7.6.1 Product Status

The product status shows the current status of entitlements by operator. Each product is marked with

date and duration.

7.6.2 Smart Card Status

In this menu, you will nd specic information about your inserted, valid smart card.

7.6.3 Service Status

This menu provides information about the decryption status.

7.6.4 Loader Status

This menu provides information about the loader status.

7.6.5 Mailbox

In this menu item you open messages from your service provider. Use pq and OK to select and view
the content.

7.6.6 Client Status

This menu displays the details of the integrated encryption system and its properties.

7.6.7 Maturity Rating

In this menu, you can create a Parental Control group or remove an existing group. Enter the
MATURITY RATING MASTER PIN: 0000* to access the settings in this menu. This function may not be
supported by your smart card, in which case a message will be displayed. This function allows you to
use the broadcasted age restriction via the encryption system. This means that if an Irdeto encrypted
channel emits an age restriction for a movie or a special program, you can protect children with this
function from content that is not suitable for a certain age.
Use the displayed buttons and functions to create proles or delete them.

Add New JS Group

Youth protection group

Age Use t u to change the age between 4 and 18 years.
After you have adjusted these settings, use the pq buttons to select Save or

Delete JS Group Use the pq buttons to select the Parental Control group you want to remove, and

You can create up to 6 different proles, which you can also remove.
If a prole for a desired age has been created, please note that the PIN code for this age is valid and
should be noted by an adult. In general, you can use the (MATURITY RATING MASTER PIN: 0000)*
for all age restrictions. By entering the (MATURITY RATING MASTER PIN: 0000)* you can also see
the PIN for the different groups at any time.

* The MATURITY RATING MASTER PIN CODE, for this function, can be reset/changed by the broadcaster

Press the RED button to create a new prole for a particular age.

The corresponding group is displayed here, starting with “0”.

Cancel to return to the menu. If the setting for the created group has been saved,
the corresponding PIN code is generated. This is necessary so that a person can see
content that is appropriate for their age.

then press the GREEN button to remove it.

8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

There may be various reasons for abnormal operation of the receiver. Please check the receiver
according to the procedures shown below. If the receiver does not work properly after checking it,

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please contact your local service line or THOMSON dealer. Alternatively, you can send a support mail
via our website: www.thomsonstb.net. NEVER open or disassemble your receiver. This may cause a
dangerous situation and will void the warranty.

Symptom Cause Remedy

The display on front
panel does not light

up.

No picture or sound Wrong connection or setting of the

No picture The receiver can't receive the signal. Check the antenna cable, replace the

No access to

scrambled services

The remote control
does not work

The USB storage

device is not

working properly.

The receiver
switches to Standby

automatically.

NOTE: For questions concerning AustriaSAT or HD Austria, please contact

The power adapter is not plugged in
or power of an extension is switched
OFF.

Audio/Video output of the receiver
to TV.

Audio muted. Press the ! button on TV or receiver.
TV power off. Turn TV on.

Incorrect values of some tuner

parameters (e.g. one/some
channel(s) changed to another TP).

Wrong direction of the antenna. Check the signal with a spectrum

Expired subscription.
Smart card awaiting new

authorisation.

No subscription for the selected

channel.

The batteries of the remote control
are not inserted, wrongly inserted or
exhausted.

Formatted incorrectly.
Bigger sized HDD connected.
USB 1.1/3.0 device connected.

Auto Standby function is activated
and reached the adjusted time

(default 3h).

the service telephone: [phone] or visit www.austriasat.at or
www.hdaustria.at.

Check that the power adapter is
plugged in to the wall outlet. Make
sure power switch on the extension
cable/distributor is in ON position.

Connect the Audio/Video output
of the receiver to TV correctly and
check the adjusted settings in the
menu Installation> System Settings.

cable, or connect the cable to the
receiver tightly.

Set the values of tuner parameters

correctly in menu Installation >
Channel Search. Helpful websites are:
http://de.kingofsat.net/
http://www.lyngsat.com/

analyzer and adjust your antenna
correctly.

Check your current subscription
status in Conditional Access > Irdeto
CA System > Product List Status
together with your service provider.
When receiver was powered off/
disconnected from signal for longer
it can take ~1-2h until a valid card is
activated again.
Switch to another channel.

Check whether the batteries are
inserted correctly or exhausted, if so

replace the batteries in the remote
control.

Format USB device by PC to FAT 32.
Bigger size HDD or HDDs with more
partitions might need longer time to

be detected.

The receiver might not work properly
with such an USB device respectively
functionality with all available USB
devices can't be guaranteed.

In the menu Settings >System
Settings you can adjust the Auto

Standby time or disable it.

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9.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Demodulator

Demodulation: QPSK, 8PSK, 16APSK (MSB1245 demodulator Chipset)
Input symbol rate: 1 ~ 45 MBaud for DVB-S2
Inner code rate 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
QPSK: 1/2, 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
8PSK: 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10
16APSK: 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/6, 8/9, 9/10

Video Decoder

Aspect ratio: 4:3 and 16:9, Pan & Scan, Letterbox, Full screen combined
Frame rate: PAL and NTSC
Video output: Scart: 576i, CVBS with CGMS-A
HDMI: 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p with HDCP (future software)

Audio Decoder

Audio decoding: MPEG Layer 1 & 2, Dolby Downmix
Audio mode: Mono L/R, Stereo
Audio support: Dolby Digital Plus*
Transcoding for HDMI and S/PDIF:
Dolby Digital Plus to Dolby Digital

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

Tuner

Connector: Type1 F Type, IEC169-24, Female
Chipset: MSD5029
Input frequency range: 950 – 2150 MHz
RF impedance: 75 Ohm unbalanced
Signal level: -65 dBm ~ -25 dBm
LNB power: 13/18 V DC (+/- 1 V), max. 500 mA, overload protected
DiSEqC version: 1.0, 1.1, 1.2, GOTO X

Smartkarten Einschub

Number of slots: 1
Standard: ISO 7816
Irdeto Version: SoftCell v3.22

System und Speicherkapazität

Main processor: MSD5029

Anschlüsse

SAT IN
HDMI
TV SCART
Digital audio S/PDIF coaxial
IR
USB port 2.0, type A 5 V/800 mA (max.)
DC main power (12 V/1.5 A)

Allgemeine Daten

Power supply: 100 - 240 V AC 50/60 Hz
Input voltage: 12 V DC, 1,5 A
Power consumption: max. 18 W
Power consumption in standby: max. 0.5 W
Operating temperature: 0° C to +45° C

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Storage temperature: -10° C to +50° C
Operating humidity range: 10 %-95 % RH, non-condensing
Size (W x D x H) in mm: 170 x 128 x 39
Weight in kg: 0.35

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