Traxis DBS4000 Operating Manual

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Operating manual

Remote control

1 Standby Switches on and to the standby mode 2 ZOOM Enlarges TV image 3 LIST Invokes TV channel list 4 TIMER Invokes timer 5 TEXT Invokes Teletext 6 MUTE Turns off sound 7 M/P Multi-picture function, invokes thumbnail view 8 V+ Increases volume/cursor moves to the right 9 OK In normal mode: invokes current channel list In a

menu: confirms menu item

10 CH  Switches to the next lower channel location/

cursor moves down

11 FAV Invokes own favourites list 12 RECALL Switches to previously selected channel 13 PAUSE Stills the frame 14 INFO Displays reception data of the current channel

(satellite-finder function)

15 0–9 Selects channel directly, numerical input 16 P– In normal mode: changes channel group

In TV channel list: Ten-key block commutation

17 P+ In normal mode: changes channel group

In TV channel list: Ten-key block commutation

18 V– Decreases volume/cursor moves to the left 19 CH  Switches to the next higher channel location/

cursor moves up

20 MENU Invokes main menu 21 EXIT Exits menu or menu item 22 AUDIO Changes audio mode 23 EPG Invokes Electronic Programme Guide (if offered by

the broadcasting station)

24 TV/SAT Switches between terrestrial and satellite antenna 25 TV/RADIO Switches between TV and radio mode

Preface

This operating manual will help you in the

• appropriate

• safe

• favourable

usage of the digital satellite receiver, in short, the “receiver”. We assume that the user of the receiver has overall knowledge regarding the handling of audio and video equipment.

Each person who

• installs

• connects

• operates

• cleans

• disposes of

this receiver must be familiar with the entire content of this operating manual. Always keep this operating manual in the proximity of the receiver.

Style features

Specific style features have been used in different sections of the operating manual. Thus, you can easily differentiate whether it concerns

normal text,

• enumerations or

 actions.

Contents

Preface............................................................................3

Style features .................................................................3

Contents .........................................................................4

Safety instructions.........................................................6

Basic safety instructions ...........................................6

Explanation of safety instructions ..................................10

Appropriate use .............................................................10

Scope of supply ...........................................................11

Description ...................................................................12

Connecting the receiver ..............................................16

LNB cable installation ....................................................17

Connection with the HDMI cable....................................20

Audio connection mit Cinch-Kabel .................................22

Connection of an audio-digital receiver..........................24

Getting started .............................................................26

Remote control ..............................................................26

The receiver...................................................................28

Operation......................................................................29

Screen-inlays while switching channels.........................29

User interface on the TV screen ....................................31

Menu structure...............................................................32

Menu navigation ............................................................33

Channel (symbol: TV) ....................................................34

Specification.................................................................40

Glossary........................................................................42

Installation(symbol: satellite antenna)..........................44

System Setup (symbol: receiver)................................48

Tools (symbol: tool case)............................................54

Keys with special functions........................................55

Switch between TV and SAT .........................................55

Switch between TV and radio ........................................55

ZOOM ............................................................................55

LIST ...............................................................................56

AUDIO ...........................................................................56

EPG ...............................................................................56

TEXT..............................................................................57

M/P ................................................................................57

MUTE.............................................................................58

FAV................................................................................58

RECALL.........................................................................58

INFO - acoustic signal for directing the satellite

antenna..........................................................................59

0 - Sleep timer ...............................................................59

PAUSE...........................................................................59

Uninstalling the receiver .............................................60

Cleaning........................................................................60

Tips & tricks/trouble shooting ....................................61

Disposal........................................................................65

Safety instructions

Please read the safety instructions carefully before operating the receiver. Please follow all warnings and instructions on the equipment and in the operating manual.

Basic safety instructions

Electrical connection

• Separate the receiver from the power source in case of

operational disruptions. Please note: The receiver will remain live, even if it is turned off with the mains switch on the rear side.

• Do not expose the receiver to rain or any kind of

humidity to avoid risk of fire and electric shock.

• Never open the casing. Otherwise, there is a risk of

electric shock.

• Connect the receiver only to a professionally installed

mains socket of 100–240 V~, 50–60 Hz.

• The total power consumption by the antenna

connection of the receiver “LNB IN” must not exceed 300 mA.

• Pull out the mains plug from the socket if the

equipment is not in use for a longer period of time. Only pull at the mains plug, not at the cable.

• In case of storms pull out the mains plug of the

receiver from the socket.

• In case of a storm, loosen the LNB cable from the

receiver.

• If foreign bodies or fluids enter the receiver,

immediately pull out the mains plug from the socket. Ask a qualified person to check the equipment before operating it again. Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.

• Ensure that the power source (socket) is easily

accessible.

• Do not bend or crimp the mains cable.

• If the mains cable is damaged, the

receiver must be repaired by an expert before reusing it. Otherwise, there is a risk of electric shock.

• Never allow children to operate the receiver or to play

with the antenna unit unless supervised.

• Always ask qualified personnel to carry out

maintenance jobs. Otherwise, you are putting yourself and others at risk.

• Disconnect the receiver from the power source in case

of operational disruptions.

• Spare parts must be ordered directly from the

manufacturer

• Modifications of the device lead to an extinction of the

manufacturer’s liability.

• Remove the protection films.

Caution!

Note regarding separation from the mains supply. The Standby key of this device does not separate the device completely from the mains supply. In addition, the device

consumes current in standby mode. To

separate the device completely from the mains supply, the mains plug must be pulled out of the socket.

Suitable location

• Place the receiver on a stable and even base.

• Avoid proximity to:

- heat sources, like e. g. heaters,

- naked flames, like e. g. candles,

- devices with strong magnetic fields, like e.g.

loudspeakers.

- Never place receptacles filled with liquid (e. g. vases) on the receiver

• Avoid direct sunlight and places with an extremely high amount of dust.

• Never cover ventilation slits. Ensure adequate ventilation of the receiver.

• Do not place any heavy objects on the receiver.

• Humidity may settle in the receiver if it is brought into

hot surroundings from a cold one. In this case, wait for about an hour before operating the equipment.

• Arrange the mains and antenna cable in such a manner that no-one steps or trips over them.

Correct battery handling

• Batteries may contain toxic agents. Ensure that batteries are not within the reach of children. Children may eat and swallow batteries.

• Batteries that are getting discharged may damage the remote control. If the receiver is not in use for a longer period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control.

• Batteries may contain toxic agents. Therefore, dispose of the batteries immediately in an ecologically accepted manner according to the prevailing statutory regulations. Never throw the batteries into normal household waste.

• Never expose the batteries to open fire or strong heat, as otherwise there is a danger of explosion.

• Replace the batteries always by batteries of the same type.

Explanation of safety instructions

The following categories of safety instructions are included in this operating manual:

Danger!

Instructions with the word DANGER give a warning against possible personal injuries.

Caution!

Instructions with the word CAUTION give a warning against possible material or environmental damages.

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These instructions contain special information regarding an economic use of the receiver.

Appropriate use

The receiver is designed for receiving unencrypted digital satellite channels (free-to-air) for private use. It is exclusively meant for this purpose and must only be used for the same. This also includes paying attention to all information contained in this operating manual, especially in the safety instructions.

Any other usage is considered to be improper and may lead to material damages and even personal injuries. Moreover, it will result in the immediate loss of guarantee.

The manufacturer does not bear any liability for damages caused due to improper use.

Scope of supply

Check the scope of supply after purchase. The scope of supply may vary according to the type of the receiver. Please follow the information on the packaging.

No. Pieces Description

1 1 Receiver

2 1 Remote control

3 2 Batteries type LR 03/AAA/1.5 V

- 1 Operating manual (not shown above)

RG405 RC2

Description

With this receiver you are able to receive unencrypted digital satellite channels (free-to-air) via satellite antenna.

It is not necessary to program the receiver yet. The most important broadcasting stations and

satellites have been pre-programmed.

The satellite antenna has to be directed towards the desired satellite.

The receiver will scan for further new channels as soon as you initiate the automatic scanning of broadcasting stations for this satellite. Satellites not preset may be added.

All receiver settings can be done easily using the user interface (menu) on the TV monitor.

The multilingual user interface supports following languages:

• german

• italian

• spanish

• greek

• english

• polish

• czech

• slovakian

• hungarian

• danish

• french

• swedish

• croatian

• dutch

• norwegian

• finnish

• slovenian

• turkish

• portuguese

Colour codes on this regional index: no data/L/S/Ka band C band C & Ku band Ku band moving

EchoStar 3

61.5°W EchoStar 12

63.0°W Estrela do Sul 1

65.0°W Star One C1

70.0°W Star One C2

Nahuel 1 (incl. 1.7°)

72.0°W

AMC 6

DirecTV 1R

72.5°W

EchoStar 6

74.0°W Horizons 2

75.0°W Brasilsat B3

EchoStar 4 (incl. 1.0°)

77.0°W

EchoStar 8

78.0°W Venesat 1

79.0°W AMC 5

82.0°W Nimiq 4

83.0°W AMC 9

84.0°W Brasilsat B4

85.0°W AMC 16

85.1°W XM 3

87.0°W AMC 3

89.0°W Galaxy 28

91.0°W Nimiq 2

Nimiq 1

91.0°W

Galaxy 17

92.0°W Brasilsat B2 (incl. 1.2°)

93.1°W Galaxy 25

95.0°W Galaxy 3C

95.0°W Spaceway 3

97.0°W Galaxy 19

99.0°W Galaxy 16

Spaceway 2

99.2°W

DirecTV 11

AMC 2

AMC 4

101.0°W

DirecTV 4S/8

101.1°W DirecTV 9S

Spaceway 1

102.8°W DirecTV 10

103.0°W AMC 1

AMC 15

105.0°W

AMC 18

Anik F1

107.3°W

Anik F1R

DirecTV 5

EchoStar 10

110.0°W

EchoStar 11

111.1°W Anik F2

113.0°W SatMex 6

114.9°W Solidaridad 2 (incl. 1.1°)

115.0°W XM 4

116.8°W SatMex 5

Anik F3

EchoStar 7

119.0°W

DirecTV 7S

121.0°W EchoStar 9/Galaxy 23

123.0°W Galaxy 12

123.0°W Galaxy 18

Galaxy 14

125.0°W

AMC 21

127.0°W Galaxy 13/Horizons 1

Galaxy 27

129.0°W

Ciel 2

131.0°W AMC 11

133.0°W Galaxy 15

135.0°W AMC 10

EchoStar 5 (moving 0.7°W/day)

137.0°W AMC 7

139.0°W AMC 8

148.0°W EchoStar 1

The following satellites have been preset by the company:

Other features of the equipment:

• Software update via satellite or via the RS232 connection on the rear side of the device.

• Saves the channel last watched (Last Channel Memory)

• LNB control logic (sound 0/22 kHz), max. current delivery

for LNB 300 mA

• Symbol rate 2-35 MS/s and 950-2150 MHz input

frequency

• Manual PID entry possible

• 3 keys at the frontage

• plug & play

• The power draw in standby mode is 2W only.

• 100–240 V~, 50/60 Hz mains connection

• 4500 channel storage locations

• Child lock (preset password: 0000)

• 1 favorites list and 8 channel groups

• Automatic scanning of broadcasting stations

• List editor for broadcasting stations

• Analogue sound output through Cinch connector

(stereo), volume adjustment possible via remote control

• AC3 coaxial output (digital audio)

• HDMI-connection

• Loop-through-function in standby mode for the

connection of an analogue receiver

• Super fast videotext with a memory of 800 pages

• Digital radio reception, background image for radio

(background display)

• Additional channel information is displayed when the

channel is changed.

• DiSEqC 1.0, 1.2, USALS is supported if an appropriate

antenna unit is connected

• SWAP function (via Recall key)

• Screen aspect ratios can be set to 4:3, 16:9, and

automatically (letterbox)

• 8x multi-functional timer linked with EPG, sleep timer

• Electronic Programme Guide EPG (up to 14 days in

advance, channel-dependent)

• SCPC/MCPC reception standard C/Ku-band satellites

• Automatic selection of the TV standard with video

converter

• Digital satellite finder for optical and acoustic

adjustment of the paraboloidal-type reflector

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A suitable channel editor is additionally available through ou

r hotline. Then you will be able to edit the channel lists of the receiver using your computer. Please read for this purpose the

information on our website :

Connecting the receiver

The receiver is connected with your satellite antenna by means of a coaxial cable. If necessary, you have to prepare a coaxial cable before connecting the receiver.

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The coaxial cable is not included in the scope of supply.

Caution!

Connect the receiver to the mains supply only after you have connected it to all equipment and the antenna properly. Otherwise, the receiver can suffer damages. The wire netting and the inner core of the coaxial cable carry current during operation.

LNB cable installation

(cp. installation diagram on the next page)

For the installation of the F connector on the coaxial cable you will need a knife (ideally a wire stripper) and side cutting pliers.

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When stripping the isolation, neither the inner core or the foil nor the wire netting must be damaged.

 Cut 8 mm of the coaxial cable at each end up to the

inner core

 Carefully cut 10 mm of the outer insulation so that the

wire netting is exposed.

 Turn the wire netting backwards and wind it over the

outer insulation in such a manner that it does not touch the inner core.

 Remove the inner insulation together with the foil

placed over it up to 2mm before reaching the wire netting.

Caution!

The wire netting and the foil must not touch the inner core. The foil must enclose the inner insulation and must not be damaged.

 Rotate the F connector onto the turned-back wire

netting u

ntil the connector touches the inner insulation.

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The wire netting must not protrude from the back of the con

nector end.

 Cut the inner core with a cable cutter in such a manner

that it projects maximum 1 mm from the connector.

Installation diagram

 Fasten the F connector of the coaxial cable onto the

“LNB IN”

antenna connection of the receiver. Fasten

the other end of the coaxial cable on the LNB.

Connection with the HDMI cable

 Insert the HDMI cable in the HDMI socket of the

receiver.

 Connect the HDMI-Kabel to the TV set. Follow the

operating manual of the TV set.

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The HDMI cable is not included in the scope of supply.

Insert the Cinch connector of the Cinch cable in the “AUDIO-R” and “AUDIO-L” sockets of the receiver if you want to connect a stereo system.

Connection diagram

HDMI

SPDIF

S-VIDEO

LNB IN

+13/+18V

300mA Max

CH4

CH3

ANT OUT ANT IN

OFF

POWER

HDMI CABLE

Audio connection mit Cinch-Kabel

If you want to connect a stereo system, connect it to the receiver with a cinch cable.

 Connect the „AUDIO-R“ and „AUDIO-L“ sockets of the

receiver to the audio inouts of the stereo system.

Caution!

Never connect the Phono input of your stereo system to the receiver; it may damage your stereo system. Strictly follow instructions for connecting the Cinch cable provided in the operating manual of your stereo system.

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The Cinch cable is not included in the scope of supply.

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Your TV set need not be switched on for radio reception. The audio is given out by the connected stereo system. For choosing the radio station, you can use the radio list shown on your TV set as an orientation.

Connection diagramm

HDMI

SPDIF

S-VIDEO

LNB IN

+13/+18V 300mA Max

CH4

CH3

ANT OUT ANT IN

OFF

POWER

Connection of an audio-digital receiver

If you want to use 5-channel audio transmission (Dolby digital sound/AC3), you must connect your audio-digital receiver to the coaxial output of the receiver.

Caution!

Please follow strictly the information regarding connection in the operating manual of your audiodigital receiver.

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The coaxial cable is not included in the scope of supply.

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Your TV set need not be switched on for radio reception. You must switch on the TV set if you want to receive TV sound through your stereo system.

Connection of the coaxial digital output

 Insert the coaxial cable in the “COAXIAL” socket of the

receiver.

 Connect the coaxial cable to the audio-digital receiver.

Anschluss-Schema

HDMI

SPDIF

S-VIDEO

LNB IN

+13/+18V 300mA Max

CH4

CH3

ANT OUT ANT IN

OFF

POWER

Getting started

Remote control

For the remote control two Micro type batteries LR 03/AAA/1.5V are required.

 Open the battery compartment.

 Insert two batteries into the battery compartment -

paying attention to the indicated polarities and push the cover of the battery compartment carefully until it is locked.

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The strap in the battery compartment is intended to make it easier for you to take out the batteries. If you place the strap under the inserted batteries, you can remove them by simply pulling it out.

 Replace discharging batteries on time. Otherwise, the

sending capacity of the remote control will be too low.

 Always replace both batteries simultaneously and use

batterie

s of the same type.

 Check the batteries of your remote control at least

once a year.

 If one battery has leaked, wear protective gloves and

clean the battery compartment with a dry cloth.

Caution!

Batteries may contain toxic agents that are hazardous to health and environment. Therefore, dispose of the batteries in any case according to the prevailing statutory regulations. Never throw the batteries into normal household waste.

The remote control transmits infrared signals to the receiver. Please refer to the overview of the remote control for the functioning of the keys.

 Point the remote control towards the front side of the

receiver and slightly press the corresponding key once.

The receiver

Caution!

Check that connections of all equipment and the antenna are proper before connecting the receiver to the mains.

 Insert the mains plugs of the connected equipment in

the mains socket and switch it on.

 Switch on the AV channel of the TV set. If the receiver

is connected via Scart and the TV set recognizes the switching voltage emitted by the receiver, it will switch automatically to the AV mode. If the receiver is connected via HDMI, it depends on the TV set if it switches automatically to the AV channel or you have to switch by yourself to the AV channel.

 Insert the mains plug of the receiver in the mains

socket. Turn

on the mains switch on the rear side of the receiver. The device is in normal mode. The LED displays the current channel.

The receiver is supplied with preset TV channels and can be used directly. If you want to check if new channels are available, initiate a scan for broadcasting stations. Read the information further below for this purpose.

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To get into standby mode, press the red key at top right of the remote control. The current time is displayed on the LED. The device consumes approx. 2W only. Currently, this is a very low value of power consumption.

Operation

Screen-inlays while switching channels

When a channel is switched, an information bar appears on the screen for 5 seconds.

In this information bar, you will find the following indications:

Channel name

Received satellite

Current date

Current time (According to the presetting in menu item “Time“).

Storage location

TTX symbol

This symbol is displayed if the selected broadcasting station offers Teletext.

EPG symbol

This symbol is displayed if the selected broadcasting station offers an electronic programme guide.

Heart symbol

The heart symbol is displayed if you have included the channel in your favorite list.

Channelgroup

The corresponding channel-group symbol is displayed if you have included the channel in your

symbol channel list. An overview of the channel-group

symbols is provided on the next page.

Info Information on the current and the following

programme “Now” – “Next”

Info Information on the currently active channel list

Channel-group symbols

Symbol Channel group

Sport

News

Music

Movie

Shopping

Education

Leisure

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Should the current programme belong to the general ch

annel group, no symbol will appear.

User interface on the TV screen

You can do individual settings of your receiver using the menus in the user interface. For this purpose, both the receiver and the TV set need to be switched on and

connected by Cinch cable or a HDMI cable.

Press the “MENU” key. The main menu will be displayed. By pressing the “EXIT“ or the “MENU“ key, you can exit this menu again. When you exit the main menu, an information bar appears on the screen for 5 seconds.

Navigation within the menus

Top (arrow 1): menu name

(the corresponding function symbols

are displayed at the bottom) Middle (arrow 2): sub-menu or menu items Below (arrow 3): The information bar shows you the

keys with which you can navigate in the current menu.

Menu structure

Main menu Sub-menu Description

Language (symbol corresponding country flag)

Language Selection of the

language in which the OSD menu is to be displayed.

TV Channel List Page: 41

Radio Channel List Page: 41

Channel (symbol: TV) Page: 41

Delete All Page: 41

Antenna Setup Page: 47

TP Scan Page: 48

Preset Scan Page: 48

Installation (symbol: satellite antenna) Page: 47

Auto Scan Page: 49

Audio Language Page: 51

TV System Page: 51

Channel setup Page: 51

Time & Timer setting Page: 52

OSD Setting Page: 52

Parental Lock Page: 52

System Setup (symbol: Receiver) Page: 51

LNB Power Page: 53

Default Value Page: 57

Software-Update Page: 57

Game Page: 57

Tools (symbol tool case) Page: 57

Information Page: 57

Menu navigation

Use the keys “CH▲”, “CH▼”, “V+”, and “V-” to navigate within the menus. The selected menu items are marked. Confirm your selection with the “OK” key. By pressing the “EXIT” key you can exit the menu again. Changes must be confirmed additionally. Apart from this, the numerical keys are required in further sub-menus.

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In each menu, an information bar will be displayed containing all selection options.

Example: Setting the receiver to summer time.

Press the “MENU“ key, select "System Setup", press the OK key, then go to "Time & Timer setting", press the “OK” key, enter Time and press the “OK” key again. Set “GMT+02:00“ in the item GMT Offset. Quit menu by pressing the "EXIT“ key.

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Setting for Central European summer time: GMT+02:00 winter time: GMT+01:00

Channel (symbol: TV)

Sub-menu Description

TV channel list 1 Favorite, 2 Move, 3 Find, 4 Sort, 5 Edit,

6 Type, ▲▼Select, V- V+ Group, OK Enter, EXIT Exit

Radio channel list

as indicated above

Delete all Deletion of the complete channel list.

For this purpose: Enter password (default value

0000) and confirm warning message with Yes.

1 Favorite

By pressing the 1 key you can determine your favourite channels. Next to the corresponding channels, a heart symbol will be displayed.

2 Move

By pressing the 2 key, the move symbol will appear behind the marked channel. By pressing the keys CH▲ and CH▼, the channel will be moved to the desired position. The procedure must be confirmed with OK.

3 Find

Channel scan function. By entering letters in the appearing keyboard, a filtered channel scan is possible. By pressing the keys CH▲, CH▼, V- and V+, you can mark the d

esired letter. Confirm the marked letter by

pressing the OK key.

◄►

4 Sort

Sorting of the complete channel list according to the offered options. The list must be confirmed with OK. As long as the existing list has not been overwritten, the last status before confirming can be restored.

5 Edit

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This option is not available in the favourites list or a channel group.

After entering the password (default value 0000), new selection options will appear.

Sub-menu Description

Edit 1 Delete, 2 Skip, 3 Lock, 4 Create, 5 Edit,

6 Del all, ▲▼Select, V- V+ Group, P+PPage, EXIT Exit

1 Delete By marking with the 1 key, selected channels can be

marked to be deleted. Please confirm your selection and the safety message by pressing the "OK“ key.

2 Skip By marking with the 2 key, selected channels can be

marked to be skipped. Please confirm your selection and the safety message by pressing the "OK“ key. Then, the selected channels are skipped when zapping. A direct input is still possible.

3 Lock By marking with the 3 key, selected channels can be

marked to be locked. Please confirm your selection and the safety message by pressing the "OK“ key. Then, the selected channels require the entry of a password (parental lock).

4 Create By pressing the 4 key, the menu "Create" will be

displayed. Here, a new channel can be created.

Option Description

Satellite

TP Index Select the new transponder on the selected

satellite.

TP Frequency Data corresponding to the selection of the

created transponder.

Symbol Rate Data corresponding to the selection of the

created transponder.

Polarity Data corresponding to the selection of the

created transponder.

Name Determination of the channel name.

Satellite selection (example:Galaxy 19)

3 of the remote control. For deleting a symbol mark the “Del“ field and press the OK key. Select the "OK" field as soon as the channel name is complete and press the "OK" key to confirm. The changed channel name will be accepted. If you want to exit the keyboard without any change, press the EXIT key or mark the “Exit“ field and press the OK key.

Video PID Video PID input with the 0-9 keys of the remote

control

Audio PID Audio PID input with the keys 0-9 of the remote

control

PCR PID PCR PID input with the keys 0-9 of the remote

control

Save To exit with saving changes select save and

confirm by pressing the OK key.

Exit To exit without saving changes select save and

confirm by pressing the OK key.

5 Edit By pressing the 5 key, the editing menu will be displayed.

Here, you can change the individual parameters as desired.

Option Description

Name Changes the name of the currently selected

channel.

By pressing the OK key, an editing mask will be displayed. By pressing the keys CH▼, CH▲, V- and V+, the curser can be moved over the keyboard. The selected field is marked yellow. To select it press the OK key. The cursor jumps to the next place. Select the symbol group with the keys 1, 2 and 3 of the remote control. For deleting a symbol mark the “Del“ field and press the OK key. Select the "OK" field as soon as the channel name is complete and press the OK key. The changed channel name will be accepted. If you want to exit the keyboard without any change, press the EXIT key or mark the “Exit“ field and press the OK key.

Video PID Video PID input with the 0-9 keys of the remote

control

Audio PID Audio PID input with the keys 0-9 of the remote

control

PCR PID PCR PID input with the keys 0-9 of the remote

control

Save To exit with saving changes select save and

confirm by pressing the OK key.

Exit To exit without saving changes select save and

confirm by pressing the OK key.

6 Del(ete) all Via the 6 key you can mark all channels to be deleted.

Thereafter, individual channels can be deselected again by pressing the 1 key. Please confirm your selection and the safety message by pressing the "OK“ key.

6 Type (channel group)

Here, you can assign selected channels to determined channel groups (Types) as desired. Please confirm selection and safety message by pressing the "OK“ key. You can exit the menu by pressing the "EXIT“ key.

Specifications

Receiver

Dimensions in mm (W×D×H) 280 × 170 × 46 Weight in grammes Receiver 959 g

Remote control 80 g (without

batteries) Range of input frequency 950 MHz ~ 2150 MHz IF band width 55 MHz / 8 MHz (below 5MS/s) LNB power supply 13/18 GS, 0.30 A max.

Overload protection LNB control 22 KHz ± 2 KHz, 0.6 V pp ± 0.2 V DiSEqC control Version 1.0, Version 1.2, tone

burst A/B Symbol rate 2 ~ 35 MS/s Input speed Max. 15 Mbit/s Error correction (FEC) 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, auto Aspect ratio 4:3 letterbox, 4:3 PanScan, 16:9 Video resolution 720 x 576 (Pal), 720 x 480 (NTSC) Audio mode Left, right, stereo, AC3 digital

sound

Connection options

LNB IF input Type F, IEC 169-24 RCA (CINCH) Audio L, R COAXIAL Digital audio output HDMI HDMI connection

Power supply

Input voltage power pack 100-240 V ~, 50/60 Hz Power consumption approx. 20W (operation with

Single LNB

approx. 2W (standby) Operating temperature 0 ºC ~ +40 ºC Storage temperature – 40 ºC ~ + 65 ºC

Glossary

AC Alternating Current

Connection for alternating current

DC Direct Current

Connection for direct current

Cinch connector

Coaxial connector for connecting TV set or stereo system.

DiSEqC Digital Satellite Equipment Control

Digital system, with which the receiver can control different components of the external unit. It is especially used for selecting from multiple satellite positions (for example Astra and Eutelsat).

EPG Electronic Programme Guide

IF connector Coaxial connector for LNB antenna cable.

FTA Free-to-air services

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

HDMI Connection for digital transmission of audio and

video signals.

LNB Low Noise Block Amplifier / Converter

A device at the centre of the antenna, which converts high-frequency incoming signals from satellites into a low-frequency range and amplifies them simultaneously.

Mute Key of the remote control for turning off sound

OSD On-screen display

Menu control displayed on the screen.

PID Identification number of a received data stream

The PIDs ensure that a channel is received completely.

Receiver Receiver unit, which converts signals from the

antenna into video and audio signals.

SCART A 21-pole connector for connecting the TV set to

the receiver.

Swap function

Switches between current channel and channel last watched.

Transponder Satellite frequency. Several digital channels can be

broadcasted simultaneously on a transponder.

VCR Abbreviation for Video Cassette Recorder.

YUV YUV is a signal formed by one brightness (Y) and

two colour difference signals (UV). This signal is transmitted over three individual cables.

Installation (symbol: satellite antenna)

Sub-menu Description

Satellite Satellite selection

LNB Type Select LNB type

(default value is Universal)

22K 22KHz activation,

(Note: with LNB type Universal, activation occurs automatically)

DiSEqC Select DiSEqC level

DiSEqC Switch

Select DiSEqC command Example: Astra and Hotbird double reception Astra = 1 / 4 Hotbird = 2 / 4 Disable for positioner: Not enabled

Positioner By pressing the “OK“ key you

will go to DiSEqC positioner menu. Please refer to the operating manual of your DiSEqC motor for help.

Antenna setup

Polarity H (Horizontal), v (vertical), H/V

(automatic operation)

(example: Galaxy 19)

With this scanning function, you can scan the preset frequencies (transponders) individually. The transponder details can be changed manually. The procedure is initiated with "Scan“.

Satellite Selection of the satellite to be

scanned

TP Index

Frequency selection The selection options are displayed

1 Add, 2 Delete, 3 Delete all See following table for TP Index.

TP Frequency

Setting of the frequency

Symbol Rate

Setting of the symbol rate

Polarity H = horizontal, V = vertical

Scan Mode All = encrypted and

unencrypted channels Free = only unencrypted channels

TP Scan (manual channel scan)

Search Start scan by pressing the OK

key. The channels and frequency found are added.

Scanning of preset frequencies (transponders). (Normal automatic scan)

Preset Scan

Satellite Selection of the satellite to be

scanned

Scan Mode All = encrypted and

unencrypted channels Free = only unencrypted channels

Scan Channel

Selection between TV and radio or only TV or only radio

Search Start scan by pressing the OK

key.

Here you can scan a selected satellite

search for new channels. For this purpose, no special information is needed. You can choose between free-to-air channels and all TV and radio channels. The procedure is initiated via "Scan“. The signal strength and quality is displayed permanently.

Satellite Selection of the satellite to be

scanned

Scan Mode All = encrypted and

unencrypted channels Free = only unencrypted channels

Scan Channel

Selection between TV and radio or only TV or only radio

Auto Scan (unique function that can be used without any previous knowledge),

Search Start scan by pressing the OK

key. The channels found are added.

(example:Galaxy 19) completely to

Table for the TP Index

No. Sub-menu Description

1 Add Create new frequency (transponder):

Menu item "TP frequency": Frequency: set desired frequency Menu item "Symbol rate": set corresponding symbol rate Menu item Polarity: set corresponding polarisation The new frequency (transponder) is created after execution. When exiting the menu confirm the safety message by pressing the OK key. Only after confirmation the new frequency will be created. For scanning the newly created frequency, initiate the menu item "Scan".

2 Delete Delete the selected transponder. When

confirming the safety message, the transponder and all channels on it will be deleted.

3 Del(ete) all When confirming the safety message, all

transponders and all channels on them will be deleted.

System Setup (symbol: receiver)

Sub-menu Description

First Audio Preselection of audio language

(if offered by the broadcasting station)

Audio Language

Second Audio

Preselection of audio language (if offered by the broadcasting station)

Display Mode

Selection of the transmission system Default selection: HDMI 576i

Aspect Mode

Selection of the aspect ratio Default selection: 4:3 Letterbox

Video Output

CVBS

TV System

Dolby Digital Enable (On) / disable (Off)

Start-up channel: Determination of the desired TV or radio channel appearing when switching on the receiver

Boot on Channel

Enable (On) / disable (Off)

Mode TV = the start-up channel is a

TV channel Radio = the start-up channel is a radio channel

Channel setup

Startup Channel:

By pressing the OK key, a channel list will be displayed

/CVBS+S-Video

for selecting the start-up

channel. Confirm the selected channel by pressing the OK key.

Time Optional input of time and time

zones.

See following table for time setting.

Time & Timer Setting

Timer See following table for timer

setting.

Subtitle Display

Enable / disable

OSD Timeout

Menu display time (OSD time lock)

OSD

Transparency

Menu transparency

OSD Setting

Load Default OSD Setting

OSD default value can be restored

Factory password: 0000

Installation Lock

Deactivation of password input in the Installation menu

Parental Lock

(password settings)

Channel Lock

Deactivation of password input for locked channels (parental lock)

New Password

Input of a new password. (Make sure you will remember the new password)

Confirm Password

Confirm new password.

LNB Power Enabling and disabling LNB power supply. ON

is preset.

Table for time setting

Sub-menu Description

GMT Usage Enable / disable

GMT Offset Setting of the location-dependant divergence to

Greenwich Mean Time

Date Enabled if sub-menu “GMT Usage“ is disabled:

Time input with the keys 0-9 of the remote control

Time Enabled if sub-menu “GMT Usage“ is disabled:

Time input with the keys 0-9 of the remote control

Time Display Enabling / disabling of the time display on the

TV screen.

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If GMT Usage is enabled, time in the standby mode on the front panel of the receiver is set automatically.

Table for timer setting

Sub-menu Description

Timer Number Selection of timer number 1-8.

Timer Mode Type of repetition (once, daily, weekly, monthly,

yearly, off). With the setting “Off“, the timer will be disabled.

Timer Service Switching between programme timer (TV or

radio channels) and reminding function (message).

Wakeup Channel

With the timer service setting “Message“,

you have following options: Birthday, Anniversary, and General

With the timer-service setting "TV Channel“ or "Radio Channel“,

you can select channels

Wakeup Date Date input with the keys 0-9 of the remote

control

On Time Time input with the keys 0-9 of the remote

control

Duration Input duration of the event with the keys 0-9 of

the remote control.

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However, the timer can also be programmed via the EPG mode. Example:

Press the “EP

G“ key. Via the 1 key you will then get an event list. By using the keys CH▲ and CH▼, you can

select the desired event. After

displaying the details by pressing the "OK" key, the result can be taken over directly to the timer by pressing the 2 key.

Tools (symbol: tool case)

Sub-menu Description

Default Value

(requires password input)

Reset receiver to the default value. All changes are cancelled. If the receiver is reset to the default values via the OSD menu, the language selection appears in the main menu after completion of the procedure. Now, switch off the receiver with the mains switch. As soon as 5 seconds have passed, you can switch it on again. In the condition as supplied to the customer, the receiver starts in normal mode.

Please note: the default values are restored if you keep the standby key at the front side of your receiver pressed for more than 10 seconds.

SoftwareUpdate

Please note: A software update has NOTHING to do with a scan for new TV channels. Therefore, please initiate an automatic scan.

By means of a software update you can load new operation software in case of need. An update via satellite or RS232 is also possible.

Game Here, the three games Tetris, Snake and

Othello are available.

Information

Technical details

Keys with special functions

Switch between TV and SAT

With the “TV/SAT” key you can switch between TV and satellite functions. (This function has to be provided by your TV set).

 Press the “TV/SAT” key until you have set the desired

function.

Switch between TV and radio

With the “TV/Radio” key you can switch between TV and the radio function.

Now, the receiver transmits a radio channel and shows a background image.

 To return to the TV channel, press the “TV/Radio” key

of the r

emote control.

ZOOM

With the zoom function you can enlarge a section of the image.

 Press the “ZOOM” key. With each pressing of the

“ZOOM” key, a section of the image will be enlarged gradually.

 Select the image section with the keys CH▼, CH▲, V-

and V+.

By pressing the “EXIT” key, you can exit this mode.

LIST

Press the “LIST” key once. Here you have the option to edit the channel list as

already described earlier under menu item “Channel“.

AUDIO

With the “AUDIO” key you can select the audio track if a broadcasting station offers multi-channel sound. Additionally, you can enable the Dolby Digital mode here. (For this purpose you will additionally need a Dolby Digital system. The connection is made on the rear of the device via the COAXIAL socket).

EPG

Electronic Programme Guide. To activate this function, please press the “EPG“ key. The channel list will be displayed.

With the keys CH▲ and CH▼, you can select a channel. With the k

eys P+ and P-, you can jump 10 channels up or down. On the right side, the current and the following event will be displayed.

For getting detailed information on the current event, press the 2 key. Press the 1 key to display the complete event list of the selected channel. With the keys V+ and V-, you can scroll between the days. With the keys CH▲ and CH▼, you can scroll up and down the events.

You will get detailed information on a selected event (programme) by pressing the 1 key. A selected event of a channel will be taken over directly to the timer by pressing the 2 key.

TEXT

Teletext is an information system displaying Teletext on your TV set. For Teletext reception, the selected channel must support this function. The TTX symbol appears when channels are changed. Comparing our receiver with others you will notice that our Teletext is extremely fast.

 Press the “TEXT“ key to start Teletext.  For switching off Teletext, press the “EXIT” or “TEXT”

key.

Using Fasttext functions

The coloured keys on the remote control are meant for Fasttext and are enabled after invoking another Teletext page. These functions will be available for some channels only. You can get there directly by pressing the small coloured keys on the remote control.

 Press the desired key.

M/P

Press th

e “M/P“ key to go to the multi-picture mode. Now, 9 channels will appear simultaneously on your screen, starting with the current channel.

With the keys CH▼, CH▲, V- and V+, you can move the yellow marking bar. The marked channel is displayed in real time. All other channels are displayed as freeze images.

To enable the desired channel, mark it and then press the “OK” or "EXIT” key.

By pressing the “EXIT“ key, you will leave the multipicture mode. The channel you marked last will appear as complete image on your screen.

MUTE

By pressing the “MUTE“ key, the sound will be turned off. By pressing the “MUTE“ key again, the sound will be turned on again.

FAV

 Press the “FAV” key.

On the scree

n you will see the favorite list selected by

you.

 Select a channel out of the favorite list by pressing the

CH▲ and CH▼ keys.

 With the keys V+ and V-, you can switch between the

favorite list and the channel groups.

 Press the “OK” key to select.  Press the “FAV“ key to switch between the favorite list

and the channel groups. Select with the V- and V+ keys.

 To exit the favorite list or the channel group, press the

1 key.

RECALL

By pressing the “RECALL” key, you will return to the previously selected channel.

INFO - acoustic signal for directing the satellite antenna

For this purpose, press the “INFO” key. Apart from the current reception parameters, you will get information on the signal strength and quality. Additionally, you can enable an acoustic signal by pressing the 1 key.

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An acoustic signal will be emitted by the TV set. The higher the signal, the better the direction of the antenna.

0 - Sleep timer

You can go to the sleep timer in normal mode by pressing the 0 key.

By pressing the 0 key again, you will have following setup options: off, 10, 30, 60, 90, 120 minutes. After this time, the receiver will be switched off automatically.

PAUSE

For this purpose. press the “PAUSE” key. The TV image will be ”frozen“. By pressing the "PAUSE" key again, it will be disabled.

Uninstalling the receiver

 Separate the receiver and connected equipment from

the power supply.

 Loosen the LNB cable from the receiver.  Take the batteries out of the remote control, if you will

not use the receiver for a longer period of time.

 Pack the receiver, the cables and the remote control in

a cardboard box.

 Store the receiver and all accessories in a dry and

dust-free ro

om.

 Protect the receiver from frost.

Cleaning

Caution!

The receiver must not become wet. Never clean it with a wet cloth. Do not use any cleaning agent containing solvents like petrol or thinners for cleaning. These agents may damage the surface of the casing.

 Clean the casing of the receiver with a dry cloth.

 Clean the display of the receiver with a slightly wet

cloth.

Tips & tricks/trouble shooting

Symptom Possible cause and remedy

Satellite cannot be found, or no signal

1 key (default setting: “Das Erste“) “INFO“ key (“Das Erste“, FR11837) Signal AND quality are both at 0%

Direct vertical reflector to the south. Turn some millimetres to the left, wait approx. 3 seconds and repeat, until signal AND quality are displayed. With a signal of approx. 60%, the black background disappears and the TV image will be displayed.

For changing the satellite please select a current channel out of the preset channel list and then press the INFO key.

Frontal display dark

The mains cable is not connected. Connect the mains cable with the power source.

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

No sound or image, but receiver menus are displayed

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

Example:Galaxy 19

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

Frontal display shows channel location. The TV set does not display any image.

The TV set is not in AV mode.

Switch the TV set to the respective AV input.

The antenna is not directed exactly towards the satellite. Direct the antenna more precisely. For this purpose, use the “Info” key of the remote control. The signal strength will be displayed for directing the antenna properly.

Poor image, blocking error, formation of small blocks, sound stops

The LNB is defective. Replace the LNB.

No image, no sound, signal strength and signal quality OK

The satellite antenna has been directed to a wrong satellite.

Bad reception of: DSF, etc.

Wireless telephone is disturbing (DECT standard). Move your telephone to another place.

System crash (receiver cannot be operated anymore.)

Should it come to the improbable case of a system crash, separate the receiver from the mains supply. Connect it again after 10 seconds. With this, the problem can be solved usually. Please note: a software crash is not a malfunction and no guarantee will apply. For technical equipment (e.g. also PC, radio network, etc.) a software crash can be solved simply and quickly by following this procedure.

The batteries are exhausted. Replace the batteries.

The remote control does not work.

The remote control is not directed properly. Aim the remote control towards the front side of the receiver and ensure that there is no obstacle between the remote control and the receiver.

Channel has received new frequency and is not transmitted anymore with the current data

Delete the corresponding channel and carry out an automatic scan.

Exit favourites list Press the FAV key and the 1 key.

Password The default password is 0000.

Cannot remember personal password

Please contact the service hotline if you have forgotten your personal password.

Operating manual in additional languages

operating manual is available for download in additional languages.

Channel-list editor

channel-list editor is available for download.

Default value The default settings are restored if you keep

the standby key at the front side of your receiver pressed for more than 10 seconds. Caution! By doing this, your personal settings will get lost.

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If a problem cannot be rectified in spite of this, please contact your specialized dealer or the manufacturer.

Disposal

European disposal directive 2002/96/CE Never throw the receiver into normal household waste.

Ask your municipal authorities or local government about different methods for disposing of the equipment in an eco-friendly and proper manner.

Never throw the batteries into normal household waste. Batteries may contain toxic agents. Therefore, it is essential to dispose of the batteries according to the prevailing statutory regulations and the statutory return obligation. Ask your municipal authorities or local government about different methods of disposal in an eco-friendly and proper manner. Hand over used batteries to a collection centre. With this you will make a positive contribution to pollution control.

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