Triax C-HD207 User Manual
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Triax C-HD207
Digital Cable-TV Receiver
Users Guide
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Content ........................................................................................................................................... 2
General instructions ....................................................................................................................... 3
Make a contribution to environmental protection .......................................................................... 3
Safety Instructions ......................................................................................................................... 4
Cleaning and care .......................................................................................................................... 4
Control elements, front and rear panel.......................................................................................... 5
Connecting the receiver ................................................................................................................. 6
Remote control ............................................................................................................................... 7
Initial installation ............................................................................................................................. 8
Operating the receiver ................................................................................................................... 9
EPG – Electronic Programme Guide .......................................................................................... 11
Settings......................................................................................................................................... 11
Settings – Receiver setup ...................................................................................................... 12
Settings – Picture ................................................................................................................... 13
Settings – Sound .................................................................................................................... 14
Settings – Subtitle .................................................................................................................. 15
Settings – OSD Configuration (Option) ................................................................................. 15
Settings – Parental lock ......................................................................................................... 16
Parental lock – device lock .................................................................................................... 16
Parental Lock – changing the PIN ......................................................................................... 16
Installation .................................................................................................................................... 17
Installation – channel search ................................................................................................. 17
Manual channel search .......................................................................................................... 18
Installation – Factory reset ..................................................................................................... 18
Installation – Software download ........................................................................................... 19
Installation – Smartcard Reader (Option) .............................................................................. 21
Channel list................................................................................................................................... 22
Channel list – Edit main list .................................................................................................... 22
Channel list – Edit favourites list ............................................................................................ 22
Channel list – Delete all channels.......................................................................................... 22
Timer ............................................................................................................................................ 23
Timer – record timer ............................................................................................................... 23
Information ................................................................................................................................... 24
Videotext ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Connection of external mass storage device (option) ................................................................ 25
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List of recordings .......................................................................................................................... 26
Operating the external mass storage device (Option) ................................................................ 27
Recording ............................................................................................................................... 27
Timeshift function ................................................................................................................... 27
Playback ....................................................................................................................................... 28
Choosing the audio channel for recordings ........................................................................... 28
Fast forward and rewind......................................................................................................... 28
Operating the hard disk – setting and managing markers .................................................... 29
Using serial interface ................................................................................................................... 29
Trouble-shooting .......................................................................................................................... 30
Technical data .............................................................................................................................. 31
General instructions
Warranty
The period of warranty starts when buying the device. Please verify the exact date by sales
check, delivery note, invoice, etc. Keep the documents carefully. Our warranty service refers
to our warranty terms valid at the time of buying the apparatus.
In case you require technical service please take or send the device to your specialised
dealer.
The unit is labelled with the CE-sign and therefore conforms to the general
requirements of the European guidelines. The Declaration of Conformity is found
in the later part of this manual
Make a contribution to environmental protection
Do not throw batteries into domestic waste. As a consumer you are obliged to return used
batteries. You can bring them to a public collection station in your commune or elsewhere
where batteries of the same type are sold.
The following signs can be found on batteries including harmful substances:
Pb = battery includes lead
Cd = battery includes cadmium
Hg = battery includes mercury
Hints for disposal
If your device is once disused you should not just throw it into domestic waste.
Surely there is a collecting point for old devices where it can be collected and
recycled.
Safety Instructions
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Safety Instructions
Before installing your digital receiver, all security and operating instructions should be read
carefully. The User’s Manual should be retained for future reference.
All operating and using instructions should be followed.
Never allow children to operate this electrical device without supervisor.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Protect the receiver against humidity, heat and cold. Allow 10cm space around the receiver for
sufficient ventilation. Do not cover the receiver’s ventilation openings with items like
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. .
Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the digital receiver.
Take care that no foreign bodies or liquids are getting into the device.
Do not expose the digital receiver to dripping or splashing liquids.
CONNECTING TO MAINS SUPPLY (SAFETY FEATURE!)
Only connect the original mains adapter to a well reachable mains supply connector 230V~
50Hz only. Do not tilt, do not use disproportionate power and do not damage the receiver’s
power connector and its electrical connections when connecting the power cord. If the mains
adapter should fail to fit, contact your supplier.
FAILURE
If the mains adapter or the power connector or its electrical connection is damaged,
immediately unplug the mains adapter from the mains supply connector. Do not try to open or
repair the mains adapter or the receiver on your own! Service must be carried out only by
experts at a proper service centre.
If replacement parts are required, only original components are allowed to use. The use of
unauthorised components may result in risk of fire and electric shock.
Cleaning and care
Before cleaning, unplug the device from the mains adapter.
For cleaning the casing, please use a soft, damp cloth. Do not use any washing-up liquids that
affect the casing. Do not spray a cleaner towards the receiver
PLACEMENT
In touch with certain furniture surfaces it may happen that the receiver’s feet may rub off. You
should place the device on a proper underground that is stable and not easily inflammatory.
Otherwise the receiver may fall and cause serious injury to people and serious damages to the
device.
Do not use this product near water (e.g. bath tube, wash bowl, …).
Dumping hint for packaging
Any packaging material is recyclable and should principally be supplied to the recycling
process.
Packaging and wrapping materials as plastic foils, etc. should never be available for children.
Control elements, front and rear panel
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Control elements, front and rear panel
1 4-digit display shows channel number
Display
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Channel number
Receiver is ON
rEC.
Timer activated
10 Smartcard reader
2 Connector for mains adapter 12VDC
3 TV-Scart port for connecting the TV
4 HDMI-Output (digital Audio- and Videosignal) for connecting the TV
5 USB-connector for external mass storage device (Option)
6 RF Input Digital – Connector for cable signal
7 RF loop through Output
Left side
8 Optical S/PDIF Output for DOLBY DIGITAL-Signal.
9 RJ-11-Connector: Connection for an external IR receiver and Interface for software
update
Connecting the receiver
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Connecting the receiver
RF connection
Connect the RF Input Digital connector (6) of the receiver to your cable signal wall socket.
Connecting a television
Use a scart cable to connect the TV connector (3) on the receiver to the corresponding scart
connector on the television set.
HDMI output (4)
If your receiver is connected to the TV by a HDMI-cable, audio- and videosignal are digital.
Connecting a digital multi-channel amplifier (optional)
The receiver is optionally available with an AUDIO OUT connector (8) for a DOLBY DIGITAL
signal. Use a suitable cable to connect this connector to your multi-channel amplifier.
Connecting an external IR receiver (optional)
If you want to set up the receiver where it can’t be seen, you can connect a so-called IR
mouse to the RJ-11 connector (9). This must be positioned in such a way that it can receive
the signals from the remote control. When installing the receiver, always be sure to follow the
safety and installation instructions.
Connecting an external mass storage device (optional)
For recording of TV programmes, an external mass storage device can be connected to the
optional USB-connector (5).
Connecting the mains adaptor
Connect the DC plug of the mains adaptor supplied with the unit to the connector DC-INPUT
+12V (2) on the receiver.
How to insert batteries into the remote control
Open the cover at the rear side of the remote control.
Insert two AAA type batteries (1.5V).
Attention: Take care of appropriate +/- polarity!
Note:
If the operational range of the remote control is getting smaller, it indicates that the batteries
are almost consumed. Always replace both batteries.
Caution:
Do not heat, disassemble or recharge the batteries.
Consumed batteries are not allowed to be disposed in domestic refuse. They must be supplied
to a facility, collecting and disposing exhausted batteries according to the EU environmental
protection rules.
Remote control
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Remote control
Initial installation
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Initial installation
After reading the safety instructions (see chapter “safety instructions)” and finishing the actions
explained in chapter “connecting the receiver” please use the supplied power cord for
connecting the apparatus to the power supply. When running the receiver for the first time the
“welcome menu” of the installation guide is displayed at the TV screen.
It helps you installing the most important settings.
Language of the menu
In the first step of the installation guide please select your
language
by using or . Confirm your choice by OK.
Country
In the second step please select your country.
Therefore press and then OK. If you want to get back to
the language selection, you have to use the EXIT button.
NOTE: The choice of the country affects the the channel list
sorting.
In the next step please select the parameters of your local
network ( use or ).
If you are not sure which type of modulation you have to use,
please select QAM-ALL for an automatic channel search.
Only the symbolrate (6.111MS, 6.875MS or 6.900MS) must be
selected.
Confirm with OK.
Welcome
Menu language [2/14]
Deutsch
English
Italiano
Suomi
Francais
Čeština
Türkçe
Welcome
Country [1/12]
Germany
Austria
Switzerland
Italy
Greece
Portugal
Hungary
Welcome
Network
6.900MS – QAM256
6.900MS – QAM64
6.900MS – QAM128
6.875MS – QAM256
6.875MS – QAM64
6.875MS – QAM128
6.111MS – QAM256
6.111MS – QAM64
6.111MS – QAM128
6.900 MS – QAM-ALL
6.875 MS – QAM-ALL
6.111 MS – QAM-ALL
Operating the receiver
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Channel list sorting
In the last step of the initial installation you are asked, if the
channels which are found during the channel search, should be
sorted automatically.
Note: This function is only effective, if accordant channel
list informations are sent by the broadcast-station.
Use the buttons or to select “manually” or “automatically” and confirm with OK.
Manually: Channel list remains unchanged
Automatically: Channel list is sorted automatically
The menu for automatic channel search and the search process will be started. During the
search the window shows Status: “scanning”. The newly found TV and radio programmes will
be listed. Once the search is complete, the message Status: “complete” is shown.
Use EXIT to leave the search menu.
Operating the receiver
Switching receiver ON/OFF
1.) This receiver is equipped with a low power standby circuit.
If this function is activated, the standby power consumption of the receiver is less
than 1W.
The function is switched ON or OFF in the menu SETTINGS/RECEIVER SETUP.
Low-Power Standby ON – Switching on the receiver takes about 10 seconds
(Display: “boot”).
Low-Power Standby OFF – Receiver switches ON immediately.
2.) The receiver is also equipped with the function „Auto-Standby“.
This function can be activated or deactivated in the menu SETTINGS/RECEIVER
SETUP.
If “Auto-Standby“ is activated, the receiver switches to Standby-Mode after 3 hours
running. Precondition: No timer is activated and no operations with the remote control
during this time.
You can switch on the receiver by pressing , OK, or by using one of the numeric
buttons 1…0. The last activated channel will be displayed (e.g. 0015).
The digital receiver is switched into standby mode by pressing .
ATTENTION: Only by pulling the mains adapter the receiver is disconnected from the
power supply completely.
Welcome
Channel list sorting
manually
automatically
Operating the receiver
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TV & Radio mode
You can choose between the operation mode TV (viewing TV channels) and RADIO (listening
to radio channels) by pressing TV/R.
Volume control & Muting
The volume level can be adjusted by pressing ◄ ► or VOL . The corresponding scale is
displayed on the screen.
Hint:
- It is not possible to change the volume level while the menu is active.
- The volume control only affects the audio output at the TV, VCR and AUDIO
ANALOG OUT ports of the receiver.
By pressing the button you can totally switch off the audio output (muting). For switching
on again, simply use the same button.
Selecting a channel
1. Using the directional up/down keys
To change the channels stepwise press the buttons . In order to switch the
channels quicker hold these buttons pressed longer.
2. Using the numeric keys (direct input)
One or more digit channel numbers can be input by using the numeric buttons 0…9
and pressing OK. Not available channel numbers are ignored.
3. Using the channel list
By pressing the LIST button the last activated channel list or favourite list is
displayed. Browse the channel list by pressing ◄ ► or and activate the
desired channel by pressing OK.
When pressing key LIST twice the following menu appears:
Favourites List: Your personal list of favourite channels
Radio List: List of stored Radio channels
TV List: List of stored TV channels
Alphabetic List: List of stored TV or RADIO channels in
alphabetical order.
Choose the favoured list by pressing and activate it by pressing OK.
In alphabetic list mode the channels are sorted alphabetically. It helps you searching a
certain channel. Therefore press LIST for displaying the alphabetic channel list and its char
locator. Then enter the char locator menu by pressing . Use and ◄ ► for selecting
the first letter of the searched channel and confirm by OK. If available the channel list
shows the wished channel now.
For re-entering the channel list press , for activating the channel use OK.
Favourites list
Radio list
TV list
Alphabetic list
Select list
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