Titan TX500, TX-700 H Instruction Manual

TX500

Instruction Manual

Digital Satellite Receiver

For receiving free-to-air channels.

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INTRODUCTION

This User Manual will help you to operate your Satellite Receiver in a safe
manner while enjoying all the features and benefits it provides for your
entertainment

The instructions contained in this User Manual assume that the user of the
Satellite Receiver already has a basic general knowledge on how to operate
entertainment electronic devices

This User Manual must be read by every person that is:

• Installing

• Connecting

• Operating

• Cleaning

• Disposing of this Satellite receiver

DISPOSAL OF USED ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC DEVICES

The disposal of used Electrical and electronic devices must be conducted in
accordance with the rules and regulations of the European Union (EU) and that
of other European Countries

All products that are marked either directly or labelled on their packaging with
the following icon:

can not be disposed of through the normal household waste channels. These
products must be disposed of through specialised collection centres for the
recycling of electric and electronic devices

By disposing of this product as required by law, you are contributing to the
protection of the environment and the health of your fellow human beings

Incorrect disposal can be dangerous to human health and hazardous to the
environment

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Table of contents

Introduction 2
Disposal of used electrical devices 2
Table of Contents 3

1 Explanation of the device 5

1.1 Front side of the receiver 5

1.2 Backside of the receiver 6

1.3 Remote control 7

Safety precautions 8
The right location 9
2 Operating the receiver 10

2.1 Turning on the receiver 10

2.2 Standby Mode 10

2.3 Switching channels 10

2.4 Volume adjustment 10

2.5 Channel number 11

2.6 Mute (Turning sound off) 11

2.7 Adjusting the channel sound 11

2.8 Switching between TV and radio 11

2.9 TXT (teletext) 11

2.10 SUB (subtitle) 11

2.11 EPG (Electronic Program Guide) 12

2.12 LAST 13

2.13 Channel list 13

2.14 Switching satellites 13

2.15 Information 13

2.16 Changing the screen mode 13

2.17 Favorite list 14

2.18 Sleep timer 14

3 Menu 15

Menu structure 15

3.01 Editing channels 16

3.1 TV program list 16

3.1.1 Favorites 17

3.1.2 Locking channels 17

3.1.3 Skipping channels 17

3.1.4 Moving channels 18

3.1.5 Changing channels 18

3.2 Radio program list 18

3.3 Delete all (channels) 18

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4 Installation menu 19

4.1 Antenna connection 19

4.2 Satellite list 19

4.3 Antenna settings 20

4.4 Searching single satellites 21

4.5 Searching multiple satellites 21

4.6 TP list (transponder) 22

5 System menu 23

5.1 Language 23

5.2 TV settings 23

5.3 Time settings 24

5.4 Timer settings 24

5.5 Parental lock (passwords) 25

5.6 OSD settings 25

5.7 Favorites 25

5.8 Miscellaneous (LNB supply, channel display) 25

6 Miscellaneous 26

6.1 Information 26

6.2 Default settings 26

6.3 Upgrade via satellite (software) 26

7 Games 27

7.1 Tetris 27

7.2 Othello (Reversi) 27

8. Disassembly 28
9 Trouble-shooting 29
10 Specifications 31
Warranty 32
Declaration of Conformity 32
Glossary 33

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1. Explanation of the device

1.1 Front side of the receiver

1 POWER button Turning on the device or switching to standby mode.
2 ▼button Switching channels backwards.
3 ▲button Switching channels forward.
4 LED POWER LED illuminates during normal and standby

operation.

5 LED LOCK LED illuminates if signal is strong enough.
6 IR Infrared receiver for signals from remote control.
7 Standby Standby indicator

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1.2 Back side of the receiver

1 LNB IN LNB port for antenna cable.
2 LNB OUT LNB port for analogue SAT receiver (Loop-in

operation during standby only).

3 Audio Stereo Sound Output, for connecting a stereo

system.

4 TV SCART SCART connection for TV.
5 Mains cable Mains cable 230V.
6 COAXIAL Digital coaxial audio output.

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1.3 Remote Control

1. Sound on/off Mutes the sound. Press again to turn on

sound.

2. On/Off (Standby) Press to turn off the receiver or to

switch to Standby.

3. Audio – Select sound channel Displays all available
sound channels.

4. TV/ radio operation Press once to switch between TV
or radio operation.

5. Number buttons 0 - 9 Use these buttons to switch to a

certain channel or to enter numeric values or to change

channel names and favorite lists.

6. Teletext/Videotext To display teletext or videotext
pages.

7. Subtitles To display subtitles.

8. MENU – OSD display menu To enter display menu,

with the help of which you can edit all receiver and
channel settings.

9. EXIT – Exit menu To close the current OSD menu and
to display the higher-level menu or full screen.

10. EPG – Program information To display the EPG
(Electronic Program Guide).

11. LAST To switch between the current and last viewed

program.

12. Control buttons: Channel/Switching programs To

navigate through the OSD menu (up/down) or to switch

channels in ascending and descending order.

13. Control buttons VOL/ volume adjustment To

navigate through the OSD menu (left/right) or to adjust

the volume.

14. OK/ confirmation button Press OK to confirm or

execute an action. • To display program list.

15. / 17. PG-/PG+ - program list up and down To
browse pages in program, favorite or other lists.

16. Function key i To display program information;
multi-function key during OSD operation.

18. Function key

19. FAVOR (White) Favorite programs.

20. Mode To set the screen format.

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Safety precautions

Before operating the receiver, please read thoroughly the following safety
precautions
You are required to read all the notes, instructions and warnings contained in
this User Manual

Basic safety precautions

Connecting to the mains

· During disturbances unplug the receiver from the mains.

· To avoid the risk of fire and electric shock do not expose the receiver to rain or other

humidity.

· Never open the housing. Otherwise there is the risk of electric shock.

· Only connect the receiver to a properly installed 100-240V, 50-60 Hz mains socket.

· The total power input at the LBN IN antenna socket of the receiver must not

exceed 500mA.

· In case of non-use of the appliance for a longer period of time, please

disconnect the plug from the mains. Only pull at the plug, not at the cable.

· Disconnect the plug from the mains during thunderstorms.

· If objects or liquids enter the receiver, immediately pull the plug. Refer the

appliance to qualified service personnel before using it again. Otherwise there is

a risk of electric shock.

· Please make sure that the power supply (socket) is easily accessible.

· Do not bend or squeeze the mains cable.

· If the mains cable is damaged, you have to refer the receiver to qualified

service personnel for repair before using the receiver again. Otherwise there is

the risk of electric shock.

· Do not allow children to use the receiver without supervision or to play with the

antenna appliance.

· Always refer maintenance to qualified service personnel. Otherwise you

endanger yourself and others. Purchase spare parts from the manufacturer only.

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The right location

Place the receiver on a stable, even surface.

Avoid placing it near:

 Heating sources, like radiators,

 Naked flames, like candles,

 Devices with strong electromagnetic fields, like speakers.

 Do not place objects filled with liquids (such as vases) on the receiver.

· Avoid direct sunlight and exceptionally dusty places.

· Never cover the ventilation openings. Ensure sufficient ventilation of the

receiver.

· Do not place heavy objects on the receiver.

· Humidity can occur inside when moving the receiver from a cold to a warm

place. In this case, wait for about 1 hour before operating the unit.

Run the antenna cable so that no one can step on or stumble across it.

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2. Operating the receiver

Use the buttons CH▲, CH▼, VOL► and VOL◄ to navigate through the menus.
Selected menu items are marked. Confirm the selection with OK button. Press
EXIT or MENU button to return to previous menu or to exit main menu. Changes
require additional confirmation. The use of the number buttons in the submenus
is moreover necessary.

Example: Set receiver to daylight saving time.

MENU button, select system settings, select time settings, OK button, select
time, OK button. Under GMT select UTC difference of +1:00. If necessary, set
daylight saving time to "On". Press EXIT to close the menu.

2.1 Turning on the receiver

Press On/Off (Power) to turn on the unit.

2.2 Standby mode:

When pressing the "Power" button, receiver will switch to standby mode. Press
"Power" once more to turn the unit on again.
To completely turn off the unit, unplug the mains cable.

2.3 Switching channels

Use CH▲, CH▼ buttons to switch channels during radio or TV mode.

2.4 Volume adjustment

Use VOL◄, VOL► buttons to adjust the volume during radio or TV mode.

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2.5 Channel number

During radio or TV mode press any number button followed by "OK" button to
directly switch on a channel.

2.6 Mute (Turning sound off)

1. Press "Mute" to switch off the sound.

2. Press "Mute" once more to switch sound on again.

2.7 Changing sound channel

Press "Audio" and select a desired
language (as long as provided by
broadcasting station) using the CH
buttons.
Press VOL buttons to select a desired
mode (Stereo/Mono/Left/Right).

2.8 TV/RADIO

Press "TV/Radio" button to switch to radio
mode. Press again to return to TV mode.

2.9 TXT

Teletext is an information system that
displays text pages on your TV screen.
To receive teletext pages the selected
channel must support this function.
When switching channels, the TXT
symbol is displayed if the channel
supports teletext. Press "TXT" button to
turn on teletext function. Press "EXIT" or
"TXT" button to turn teletext off. Enter
the desired teletext page number using
number buttons. Use CH button to turn
to next or previous page.

2.10 SUB (Subtitle)

Displaying and hiding subtitles (if provided by broadcasting station).

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2.11 EPG

Electronic Program Guide. Not every
broadcasting station broadcasts the
electronic program guide (EPG), as is the
case with teletext. The extent also varies.

For this reason verbalizations like "as long
as provided by broadcasting station" will
have been foregone. The EPG shows an
overview of current or future broadcasts
with the respective broadcasting times. Use
OK button to display broadcast information
in a new window.

Press the button (red) to switch to "time
table" (time) display.
The navigation within the EPG overview
takes place as follows:

Back to normal view.

Back to program overview.

One broadcast backward/forward.

Two broadcasts backward/forward.

One day backward/forward.

When you find an interesting broadcast you
can save it in the timer using the (green)
button! The satellite receiver switches on at
the selected time and the broadcast can be
recorded by a video recorder. Timer
functions are explained in the further
course of this manual.

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2.12 LAST

The receiver skips to the previously selected program when pressing "Last"
button.

2.13 Program list (OK button)

Press OK button to display a complete list
of all saved programs.
Use the CH buttons to navigate within this
list. Use the PG-/PG+ buttons to faster
"browse" the list. When you have found a
desired program, confirm with OK or press
EXIT to hide the list. Use the VOL buttons
to display the stations of the single
connected satellites.

2.14 Changing satellites

The receiver automatically switches to the next programmed satellite when
pressing "PG+" or "PG-" during normal operation.

2.15 INFO

Date/time
Program name
Broadcast title (current and next)
Teletext available/not available; satellite
name and position
Type of program list (e.g. All satellites,
Favorites)

2.16 Changing screen modes

Press "Mode" button to select color (recommended setting: "Auto"), screen
format (recommended setting: „4:3LB“) and type of video output signal
(recommended setting: „CVBS“).

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2.17 Favorite list

Press "FAVOR" button to open
previously created favorite groups. Use
the CH buttons to select a favorite list.
Please note that after selecting a
favorite group only the stations of this
group can be switched on.

Chapter „Menu“  „TV program list“ in the further course of this manual
explains the creation of a favorite group more into detail.

1. Use "PG+" and "PG-" buttons during normal mode to switch to "All
satellites" mode, in order to return to the overview of all stations.

2. Press "EXIT" to close the menu.

2.18 Sleep timer (blue button)

Sleep timer: Set the time at which the receiver will turn off automatically. Use OK
button to select:
OFF, 10, 30, 60, 90 and 120 minutes.

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3. Menu

Press MENU button. The main menu opens. Press EXIT to close it again.

Navigate through the menus in the following way:

Up: Menu name (function symbols are displayed thereto).

Subsequent: Submenu or menu items.
Down: The information bar displays buttons, with the help of which you

can move through the current menu

Menu structure

Main menu Sub menu

TV program list

Radio program list

Editing programs

(Symbol: TV)

Delete all

Antenna connection

Satellite list

Antenna settings

Single satellite search

Multi satellite search

Installation menu

(Symbol: Sat antenna)

TP list

Language

TV setting

Time settings

Timer settings

Parental lock

OSD settings

Favorites

System menu

(Symbol: cog wheel)

Miscellaneous

Information

Default settings

Miscellaneous

(Symbol: tool box)

Upgrade via satellite

Tetris Games

(Symbol: Dice)

Othello

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3.01 Editing programs

Press "Menu" button and select menu
item "Editing programs". Now enter
your personal password (default
setting "0000").

3.1 TV program list

In the menu "TV program list" you can
carry out the following settings:
Editing favorites (white button), locking
channels (red), skipping channels (green),
moving channels (yellow) and changing
channels (blue).

◄► List

Press VOL buttons to switch the current station group (station of a satellite or a
favorite list).

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3.1.1 Favorites (FAV - white)

Press "FAVOR" button (white) to associate
a station to a favorite list. Now use CH
buttons to select a station you want to
associate to a favorite group. After selecting
a desired station, press OK. A new window
opens, in which you can associate the
station to a favorite list. After a station has
been associated to a favorite list, the
symbol ♥ appears next to the station name
in the list.

3.1.2 Locking channels (Red)

Use the red button to mark selected
station for being locked. Please confirm
your selection with OK button. Next to the
station name in the list appears a symbol
of a key lock. Selected stations then
require a password (Parental lock).

3.1.3 Skipping channels (Green)

Use the green button to mark selected
stations for being skipped. An appropriate
symbol appears next to the station name.
Please confirm your selection with OK
button. Selected programs are skipped
when switching channels with CH▲ and
CH▼ buttons. Direct entry is still possible.

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3.1.4 Moving channels (Yellow)

After having pressed yellow button and confirmed selection of the station to be
moved by OK button, use CH buttons (or PG+ and PG-) to move the station to
the desired channel position. Press OK button once more to save the station at
the desired memory location.

3.1.5 Changing channels (Blue)

A new menu window appears after pressing the blue button.

• To arrange channels (Red)
Arrange the stations according to the
following parameters:
Alphabetically (Name (A-Z))
Alphabetically backwards (Name
(Z-A))
Free or coded stations (Free/Pay TV)
Locked programs (Locked)

• Changing channel names (Green)
Change the name of a station.
Therefore use the number buttons on
your remote control (similar to a mobile phone) to enter a new name for a
station. Confirm the new name with the yellow button.

• Deleting channels (Blue)
You can delete a station for good from the program list pressing the blue
button. Use OK button to select the channel you want to delete; next to
the channel appears a cross. When exiting the menu you are asked,
whether you really wish to delete the station. After pressing OK the
channel will have been finally deleted.

3.2 Radio program list

The procedure is the same as under menu item "TV program list".

3.3 Delete all

Delete the complete program list. Confirm warning message with YES.
If you have accidentally deleted the program list, you can either carry out a
station search or reset the receiver under "Miscellaneous"  "Default settings".

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4. Installation menu

The opposite list appears after entering
the installation menu:

4.1 Antenna connection

In this menu setting you can specify,
whether your satellite system is firmly directed or contains a rotary current
motor.

4.2 Satellite list

In this menu you can change, add or delete satellites.

1. Press red button to change satellite
name and position.

2. Press green button to enter a new
satellite.

3. Press blue button to delete a
selected satellite.

4. Press OK button to add a satellite to

your list of receivable satellites. To
add the stations of the newly
added satellite to your program list,
you must start a station search via this satellite.

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4.3 Antenna settings

In this menu you can carry out necessary
settings that comply with your satellite system.
After selecting a menu item and pressing OK
button, the possible options are displayed. The
current signal strength and signal quality are
displayed at the button of the screen.

1. Satellite: Select a satellite (example: ASTRA 1E, 1F, 1G).

2. LNB frequency:
Select LNB type and further settings (only for experts! - default setting:
digital)

3. Transponder: Select transponder directly via number.

4. DiSEqC1.0: DiSEqC position for DiSEqC1.0 switch.

5. 22 KHz: automatic setting.

6. Polarization: Auto, horizontal, vertical.

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4.4 Single satellite search

In this menu you can search a single satellite for stations.

1. Satellite: Select the satellite on which you want to search for new stations.

2 Free stations only: Select, whether you only want to search for decoded

programs (OK) or also for coded programs (NO).

3 Searching: Select, whether you want to search for TV and radio programs

or only for TV or radio programs.
4 Network search: Presetting: "No"
5 Searching mode: Preset search (only searches the programmed

transponders); automatic search (searches all receivable stations).
6 Search: Start the search.

Cancel the search with the EXIT button.

4.5 Multi satellite search

In this menu you can search all satellites programmed in a satellite list for
stations.

1 Satellite: Displaying all satellites, on which

the search is carried out.

2 Free stations only: Select, whether you

want to search for TV and radio programs

or only for TV or radio programs.
3 Network search: Presetting: "No".
4 Searching mode: Preset search (only

searches the programmed transponders);

automatic search (searches all receivable

stations).
5 Search: Start the search.

Cancel the search with the EXIT button.

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4.6 TP list

In this menu you can change, add or delete the transponder on a satellite.
Select the desired satellite using the VOL buttons.

1. Press red button to change the frequency, symbol rate and polarization on

the selected transponder.

2. Press green button to create a

new transponder or to edit
parameters.

3. Press yellow button to delete the

marked transponder.

4. Press blue button to search the

new transponder for new
channels.

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5. System menu

The opposite list appears after entering the
system menu:

5.1 Language

In this menu you can select a menu
language, as well as pre-select a first and a
second audio language (as long as these
are provided by the broadcasting station).
In addition to that you can select your
favorite subtitle language and teletext.

5.2 TV settings

1. Color: Select transmitting system

Default setting: Auto

2. Screen format: Select screen format;

default setting: 4:3LB.

3. Video output: Select output format
CVBS or RGB.

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5.3 Time settings

The following menu appears:

Time: Possibility to enter time and time
zone (see example: Set receiver to
daylight saving time).

5.4 Timer settings

Timer:

In this menu you can set the time at which
the receiver will turn on or the channel to
which the receiver switches automatically,
in order to record a certain broadcast by
your video or DVD recorder.

Table concerning the timer settings:

Timer-number Select timer number 1-8.
Timer-repetition Type of repetition (once, daily, weekly, monthly,

yearly, off). During „Off“ mode timer is deactivated.

Timer-service Switching between program timer (program) and

memory function (message).

Switch-on program Timer service: message: Birthday, anniversary,

general

Timer service: program: Program selection
Date Date entry
Switch-on time Time entry
Duration Duration of switch-on time

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5.5 Parental lock

The default password is “0000”.

1. Menu lock: Switching on/off the
password entry in installation menu.

2. Program lock: Switching on/off
password entry for locked programs.

3. New password: Specify new
password.
(It is essential to keep the new
password in mind).

4. Confirm password: Enter new

password again for confirmation.

5.6 OSD settings

In this menu you can carry out settings on
subtitle display, menu displaying time
(OSD displaying duration), as well as on
menu transparency (OSD transparency).
Under menu pre-settings you can recover
the original settings.

5.7 Favorites

In this menu you can associate your own
name to the favorite lists. Enter the name using the number buttons on the
remote control (similar to a mobile phone).
Press yellow button to confirm the new name.

5.8 Miscellaneous

Switch on or off the LNB power supply (Presetting: On).
Here you can also specify, whether the program list

• displays all stations (complete)

• displays coded stations only

• displays free stations only.

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6. Miscellaneous

6.1 Information

Displaying the hardware used in the
receiver.

6.2 Default settings

In this menu you can reset the receiver
to default settings. All modifications
carried out by you will be reversed.
The default password: 0000

6.3 Upgrading via satellite

In this menu you can upload the most current games on the receiver. You can
download the software via satellite Astra 1E.

Please do not modify any preset parameter.
Select the icon "Start". The receiver is
searching for an updated software
version for the receiver. If the message
‘SW version is same to current version!
Do you want to continue?’ appears,
your receiver is equipped with the latest
software. Finish the download with
"Exit" button.

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7. Games

In the game menu you can play Tetris or Othello.

7.1 Tetris:

1. Playing instructions
Set your desired start level under "Setup", using the ◄/► buttons.

• Press "Start" to start a new game.

• Press "Cancel" to exit the game.

• Use VOL◄ and VOL► buttons

to move the characters from left
to right.

• Press CH▲ to turn character

clockwise.

• Press CH▼ to faster place the

characters.

• Press OK button to pause or

restart the game.

• Press MENU button to exit the

current game and return to game menu.

2. Othello (Reversi)
Set your desired start level under "Setup", using the ◄/► buttons.

• Press "start" to start a new game.

• Press "Cancel" to exit the game.

• Use VOL◄, VOL►, CH▼ and CH▲ buttons to move on the hairs

cross and to select the spot on which to place your stone.

• After selecting the spot, press

OK to place the stone.

• Press Menu button to exit the

current game and return to
game menu.

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8. Disassembly

• Disconnect the receiver and all connected devices from the power

supply.

• Unscrew the LNB cable from the receiver.

• Remove the batteries from the remote control, if you do not use the

receiver over a longer period of time.

• Pack the receiver, cables and remote control in the box.

• Store the receiver and all accessories at a dry and dust-free location.

• Protect the receiver from frost.

Care

Caution!
The receiver must not get wet. Never clean with a wet cloth.
Do not use solvent-containing cleaners like benzene or thinner. These cleaners
can damage the surface housing.

Clean the housing of the receiver with a dry cloth.

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9. Trouble-shooting

Problem Possible cause and solution

Satellite can not
be found or no
signal

Example: ASTRA 19E
Button 1: (Presetting: „Das Erste“)
Button INFO („Das Erste“, FR11837)
Signal AND quality are both 0%

Direct the vertical mirror south.
Turn few millimeters left or right, wait about 3 seconds
and repeat until signal and quality are displayed.
If signal is at approx. 60%, the black background
disappears and TV picture is displayed.

Please select a current program from the preset
channel list for choosing another satellite and then
press INFO button.

The satellite guide in the accessory menu will give you
further notes on the correct direction of the mirror.

Front indicator is
off; LED not
illuminating

The mains cable is not connected.
Connect the power adapter to the mains.
Switch on the circuit breaker.
Possible short circuit at the antenna input lead: Check
the connections.

Red and green
LED illuminate.

Receiver is in standby operation mode.
Press the POWER button on the remote control (or
receiver). The receiver switches on and the program is
displayed on the TV screen.

The antenna is not directed towards the satellite. Direct
the antenna correctly.

No sound or
picture, but
menus of receiver
displayed.

No signal (with symbol).
Check the cable connections from the LNB to the
receiver and from the receiver to the connected
devices. Direct the antenna.

The system is not connected properly.
Check the connection of the SCART cable.

Red LED
illuminating; no
picture on TV
screen.

TV is not in AV operating mode.
Switch on the right AV input of the TV.

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The antenna is not exactly directed towards the
satellite.
Direct the antenna more exactly. Therefore use the
INFO button on the remote control.
Signal for the antenna direction will be displayed.

Poor picture;
locking error; bars
on the screen; no
sound.

The LNB is defect. Replace the LNB.

No picture, no
sound, signal
strength, no
signal quality

Satellite antenna is directed towards a wrong satellite.

Batteries are exhausted.
Replace the batteries.

Remote control
not working.

Remote control not properly pointed.
Point the remote control to the front side of the receiver
and make sure that there are no obstacles between the
remote control and the receiver.

Channel got a
new frequency

Delete TV channel; then undertake automatic channel
search.

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10. Specifications

Dimensions in mm (B x D x H) 265 x 158 x 39

Weight in grams Receiver 1000g

Input frequency range 950 MHz ~ 2150 MHz

IF Bandwidth 55MHz / 8MHz (below 5MS/s)

Power supply LNB 13/18V GS, 500mA max.

Overload protection

LNB Control 22KHz ± 2KHz

DiSEqC Control Version 1.0 and 1.2

Input symbol rate 2 ~ 45 Mbit/s

Bit stream ISO/IEC 115200

Bit-Stream-Specification

Input speed Max. 15Mbit/s

Error correction (FEC) 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8

Video MPEG-2 MP@ML

Audio Audio Layer 1 or Layer 2

Height-side-ratio 4:3 Letterbox, 4:3 Pan Scan, 16:9

Video resolution 720 x 576 (PAL), 720 x 480 (NTSC)

Audio mode Left, Right, Stereo. AC3

Power adapter – input voltage 100-240 V ~, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption 11 W (operation with single LNB)

< 8 W (standby)

Operating temperature +5 °C ~ +40 °C

Storage temperature -10 °C ~ +65 °C

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Warranty:

The warranty of this satellite receiver is in compliance with the legal regulations
applicable on the date of purchase.

Declaration of conformity

The manufacturer of this Satellite receiver herewith declares that this product
has been manufactured in conformity with the following standards and industry
directives:

Low voltage directive 73/23/EWG

• EN 60 335-1

• EN 60 335-2-15

Directive on electromagnetic compatibility 89/336/EWG

• EN 55 013:2001

• EN 55 020

• EN 61000-3-2000

• EN 61000-3-:1995+A1:2001

• EN 61938

Type: Digital Satellite Receiver

Your device carries the CE symbol.
DiSEqC is a registered trademark by EUTELSAT.
DVB is a registered trade mark by the DVB Digital Video Broadcasting Project.

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Glossary

AC Alternating Currentconnection for alternating current

DC Direct Current  connection for direct current

Cinch-Plug Coaxial plug for connecting TV or stereo systems

DiSEqC Digital Satellite Equipment Control

System for controlling different external devices with the help
of a satellite receiver. There is a special need for the
selection between multiple satellites (e.g. Astra and
Eutelsat).

DVB Digital Video Broadcasting

Broadcasting digital TV programs.

EPG Electronic Program Guide

Electronic Program Guide

IF Plug Coaxial plug for connecting the LNB antenna cable.

FTA Free-to-Air Services

Free-of-charge services that can be received without a
special decoder.

LNB Low Noise Block Amplifier / Converter

Device within the focus of the antenna which converts the
high frequency signals from the satellites into a low
frequency range (IF) and simultaneously amplifies them.

Mute Button on the remote control to mute the sound.

OSD On Screen Display

Menu control visible on the screen.

PID Code number of a received data stream

PIDs make sure that data packets of a channel are searched
and combined correctly within a data stream.

Receiver Receiving appliance that converts the antenna signals into

video and audio signals.

SCART 21-pin plug-and-socket connection for connecting a TV to

the receiver.

Transponder Satellite frequency. Multiple digital programs can be sent on

one transponder simultaneously.

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