TVonics DTR-Z500HD User Guide

Digital TV recorder

DTR-Z500HD

User guide

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Important Safety Information

Thank you for choosing this TVonics Digital TV recorder.

Before using the Digital TV recorder, please take a minute to read the following important safety information.

• Only use the AC mains adaptor supplied with this unit, refer to page 41 for specications (model FW7581/
UK/12).

• Do not place any objects on the unit.

• Do not cut o the supplied AC mains adaptor’s plug.

• Leave a space of at least 10cm around the unit to allow for adequate ventilation.

• Place the unit on a stable surface.

• Do not place any magnetic objects (including speakers) on or near the unit.

• Do not allow the unit to get wet.

• Do not use the unit in hot, humid or excessively dusty places.

• Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

• Do not obstruct the ventilation on the underside of the unit.

• Do not expose the unit to shocks or vibrations as this could cause disk failure.

• To clean the unit, use a lightly dampened, soft cloth. Do not use any kind of abrasive cloth, sponge or cleaner.

• To help prevent Screen burn on Plasma and LCD screens. Never leave static pictures on the screen for long

periods of time.

• Do not attempt to open the unit. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.

• Do not allow the AC mains adaptor to get wet. Be sure to locate it away from dripping/splashing water, or

objects lled with liquids (eg. vases).

• The only way to disconnect this unit from the mains supply is to completely remove the AC mains adaptor
from the wall socket. Make sure the AC mains adaptor is located in a position that allows easy removal.

• Allow adequate ventilation around the AC mains adaptor and never cover it with any objects.

• Do not operate the AC mains adaptor next to heat sources (eg. candles, ovens or heaters)

End User Licence

This product includes software code developed by third parties, including software code subject to the GNU
General Public License (‘GPL’) or GNU Lesser General Public License (‘LGPL’). As applicable, the terms of the GPL
and LGPL, and information on obtaining access to the GPL Code and LGPL used in this product, are available to
you - please contact the manufacturer.

The GPL Code and LGPL Code used in this product is distributed WITHOUT ANY WARRANTY and is subject to
the copyrights of one or more authors. For details, see the GPL Code and LGPL Code for this product and the
terms of the GPL and LGPL.

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General Information

TVonics is not liable for any damage or loss caused directly or indirectly by the malfunction of this unit,
including, without limitation, failure to record contents intended to be recorded by the consumer.

Note:

• In the event your product is returned to our service centre, we are unable to guarantee your recordings will be
maintained.

Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Handling

The HDD is a precision device that is susceptible to vibration, strong impact or dirt. Depending on the
installation environment or handling, the unit may become partially damaged or in the worst case, recording
or replaying may not be available.

The HDD rotates at high speed when in operation. Be sure to remove the power and make sure that rotation
has stopped before moving the unit otherwise the content of recordings may be damaged or lost.

The HDD should not be treated as a permanent storage location of the recorded contents.

Notes on Copyright

Copyright protection system

To play back high denition video images via an HDMI connection, it is necessary that both the player and the
display device (or an AV amplier) support a copyright protection system called HDCP (high-bandwidth digital
content protection system).

• HDCP is copy protection technology that comprises data encryption and authentication of the connected

AV device.

• This unit supports HDCP.

• Please read the operating instructions of your display device (or AV amplier) for more information.

• Because HDMI is an evolving technology, it is possible that some devices with an HDMI input may not

operate properly with this unit.

• When using an HDCP-incompatible display device, the image will not be viewed properly.

• When power failure occurs, or when you unplug the unit, HDMI settings may change. Please check and set

the HDMI settings again.

* HDMI: High Denition Multimedia Interface

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Trademark Acknowledgements

• Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered

trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

• DVB is a registered trademark of the DVB Project. This logo indicates that the product is compliant with

European Digital Broadcasting.

• HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of

HDMI Licensing LLC.

• The FREEVIEW+ HD words and logos are trademarks of DTV Services Ltd and are used under licence. © DTV

Services Ltd.

Environmental Information

Following information is only for EU-member states:

The use of the symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local city oce, your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.

Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators

The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and/or accumulators must
be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.

If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specied values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg),
and/or cadmium (Cd) dened in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols
for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will appear below the crossed out wheeled
dust bin symbol.

By participating in separate collection of batteries, you will help to assure the proper disposal
of products and batteries and thus help to prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health.

For more detailed information about the collection and recycling programmes available
in your country, please contact your local city oce or the shop where you purchased the
product.

In conformity with the adaptor Regulations.

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Table of Contents

Important Safety Information ........................................................................................................................................ 2

End User Licence.................................................................................................................................................................2

General Information ..........................................................................................................................................................3

Notes on Copyright ...........................................................................................................................................................3

Trademark Acknowledgements ....................................................................................................................................4

Environmental Information ............................................................................................................................................4

Getting Started

Package Contents ...............................................................................................................................................................6

Overview of the Digital TV Recorder ........................................................................................................................... 7

Overview of the Remote Control ..................................................................................................................................8

Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control .................................................................................................. 10

Connecting Equipment to the Rear of the Recorder .......................................................................................... 11

Switching your Digital TV Recorder On ................................................................................................................... 12

Automatic Tuning ............................................................................................................................................................13

Using your Digital TV Recorder

Everyday Use ..................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Common Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................... 15

The Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) ................................................................................................................. 16

The Channel List .............................................................................................................................................................. 17

The Info Display ............................................................................................................................................................... 18

Picture In Picture (PIP) ................................................................................................................................................... 19

Recording Programmes ................................................................................................................................................ 20

Timeshifting ...................................................................................................................................................................... 23

The Timers Screen ........................................................................................................................................................... 24

Modifying Timers ............................................................................................................................................................. 25

The Library Menu ............................................................................................................................................................ 27

The Photo Viewer ............................................................................................................................................................ 29

The Main Menu ................................................................................................................................................................ 31

Main Menu Structure ..................................................................................................................................................... 31

Main Menu Options ........................................................................................................................................................ 32

Additional Information

Programming the Remote Control ........................................................................................................................... 37

Manually Programming the Remote Control ........................................................................................................ 38

Finding the Remote Control’s Current Codes ....................................................................................................... 38

Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................................................. 39

Specications .................................................................................................................................................................... 41

Remote Control Brand Codes ..................................................................................................................................... 43

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Package Contents

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Batteries (2xAAA)

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AC mains adaptor

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RF cable

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Quick start guide

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Front Panel

Overview of the Digital TV Recorder

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Power LEDs

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Rear Panel

Manufactured under license from
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Ethernet socket

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Aerial (loop through)

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output socket

USB socket

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Status LEDs

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SCART output socket

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HDMI output socket

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SPDIF output

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(Standard TOS link connector)

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USB socket

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Aerial input socket

HDMI input sockets 1/2

Power socket

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Overview of the Remote Control

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TV - Switches the TV on/into Standby*.

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DTT - Switches the viewing mode to DTT.

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HDMI 1 - Switches the viewing mode to HDMI 1.

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AD - Switches Audio Description on or o. Refer to page 14 for more information.

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SUB - Displays subtitles (if available).

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- Pauses and resumes live TV. Refer to page 23 for more information about Timeshifting.

Plays and pauses recordings in the Library.

- Stops playback when viewing recordings. Stops recording.

- Skips back 30 seconds when viewing a recording or watching live TV. Press and hold to skip to the

start when viewing a recording or skip to the start of the pause buer when watching live TV.

- Rewinds live TV and recordings. Press repeatedly to increase the rewind speed.

Coloured buttons - Selects options in digital text/EPG/Channel List/menu.

- Fast forwards recordings. Press repeatedly to increase the fast forward speed. When pausing live

TV or recordings, press to watch in slow motion.

- Skips forward 30 seconds when viewing a recording. Press and hold to skip to the end when

viewing a recording.

- Records live TV. Sets highlighted programmes to timer record in the EPG.

TV INPUT -

TIMER - Displays the Timers screen. Refer to page 24 for more information.

TEXT - Displays digital text (if available).

OK/ / / / - Displays the Channel List/conrms a selection (OK button). Navigate the EPG/menu/
Channel List/Info menu ( / / / buttons).

INFO - Displays programme and recording information. Refer to page 18 for more information.

SAVER - Displays the screen saver.

TV/RAD - Switches between Digital TV channels and Digital Radio channels.

- Turns the TV’s sound on/o*.

Ch. +/ − - Selects the next/previous channel.

- Returns to the previous channel watched. Switches between 4 and 24 hours advance in EPG.

HDMI 2 - Switches the viewing mode to HDMI 2.

USB - Switches the viewing mode to USB.

STB - Switches the Digital TV recorder on/into Standby.

Switches between the available TV viewing modes (e.g. DTT, HDMI or AV).*

*The remote control must rst be programmed to operate your TV. Refer to page 37 for more
information.

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Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control

1. Lift open the battery compartment cover (as shown).

2. Install 2 “AAA” batteries (included); the correct polarity is shown inside the battery compartment.
Always check the positive/negative symbols on the batteries to ensure they are inserted
correctly.

3. Replace the battery compartment cover and push down until it clicks shut.

Note:

• Always dispose of old batteries safely. Check with your local council for how you should get rid of batteries. Never put
batteries on a re or in the bin with normal household waste.

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TV aerial

Connecting Equipment to the Rear of the Recorder

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Manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories. Dolby and the
double-D symbol are registered
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Plug your aerial lead into the RF IN socket of the recorder.

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If required, plug an Ethernet cable between the Ethernet socket and a modem or router.

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Cable not supplied. Refer to page 35 for more details.

If required, plug a SCART cable between the SCART OUTPUT socket of the recorder and

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your TV, Video or DVD recorder. Cable not supplied.

If required, plug the RF cable between the RF OUT socket of the recorder and your TV, Video

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or DVD recorder.

Plug the HDMI cable between the HDMI OUT socket of the recorder and your TV.

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If required, plug a HDMI cable between your DVD player, DVD recorder, Set-top box, Games

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console and the HDMI IN 1/2 socket of the recorder. Cable not supplied.

If required, plug a USB Flash drive or a cable from a Digital Still Camera or Card reader in to

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the USB socket. Refer to page 29 for more details.

If required, plug an Optical cable (TOS link) between the SPDIF output socket of the

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recorder and your Hi-Fi or Surround Sound System. Cable not supplied.

Plug the supplied AC mains adaptor between the power socket of the recorder and

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a standard wall socket. Only switch on the wall socket when all cables have been
attached. (Do not cut o the supplied AC mains adaptor’s plug.)

Refer to page 14 for more information on how to change the viewing mode to HDMI 1/2 and USB.
A HDMI cable is recommended as it gives higher quality picture and sound and is required for High Denition
viewing.

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Note:

• Socket names vary according to make and model of your equipment.

• Photo Viewer socket does not support all USB devices or cameras.

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Switching your Digital TV Recorder On

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To Turn On Power to the Unit:

1. Switch On power at the wall socket, If required.

2. Within a few seconds the Red q and Green w Power LEDs will light.

3. After start up is complete, an image is displayed on your TV screen and the Green w Power
LED will remain On.

To Turn O Power to the Unit:

1. Press the [ ] button on the remote control. The Power LED changes to Red q.

2. Press the switch on the wall socket to completely turn O the power to the unit.

Standby mode

When the Red q Power LED is On the unit is in Standby mode. You can go In/Out of Standby mode
by pressing the [ ] button on the remote control.

Note:

• It is recommended that the unit be left in Standby mode rather than switching O completely, in order to allow important
updates to be received via your aerial.

• It is safe to put the Digital TV recorder into Standby mode when you have set programmes to record. The Digital TV
recorder will automatically wake up from Standby mode to make the recording.

• After turning On, it takes some time before the unit starts up. Please note that buttons on the remote control do not work
during this period of time.

• Do not switch the power On/O repeatedly within a short period of time. It could cause a malfunction.

• If a power cut occurs when using the unit, unplug the AC mains adaptor to avoid sudden surges of electricity when the

power comes back on.

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Automatic Tuning

1. Ensure the aerial is plugged into this unit.

2. Once the unit has powered up for the rst time, the following menu is displayed. Press the [OK]
button to continue.

Note:

• On initial startup there is also an option available to access advanced setup by pressing the [RED] button before tuning
starts. Press the [BACK] button to return to the tuning screen.

3. The Digital TV recorder will now scan and store all available channels. Depending on the quality
of your reception, this may take several minutes. Please be patient and do not press any buttons.

If no channels are found, a message is displayed asking you to check your aerial. Conrm that your aerial is
connected correctly and press the [OK] button to restart automatically tuning.

4. Once automatic tuning has nished, you may see a region preference screen similar to the one
shown below.
get further regions press the [OK] button (if available).

Select the region that is best for your area by pressing the [RED] button, or to

5. A summary screen, like the one below, is shown. Press the [OK] button to exit the automatic
tuning process.

Congratulations ! The Digital TV recorder is now ready to use.

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Everyday Use

Changing channels

Type in the channel number using the [0]-[9] buttons. Alternatively, press the [Ch+] and [Ch-]
buttons to select the next/previous channel.

Channel hopping

Press the [ ] button to return to the previous channel watched. Hop between the current and
previous channel watched.

Adjusting the volume*
Press the [ +] and [ –] buttons to increase/decrease the volume.

Muting the sound*
Press the [ ] button to mute the sound. Press again to restore.

Displaying Digital Text
Press the [TEXT] button to display digital text (if available). Press again to exit digital text.

Displaying subtitles
Press the [SUB] button to display subtitles (if available). Press again to switch o the subtitles.

Audio Description

Audio Description is a spoken explanation that describes all important information on a
programme, such as body language, facial expressions, scenery, action, costumes or anything that
helps to describe the plot of the story, event or image.

Press the [AD] button to switch on the Audio Description (If available from the broadcaster). Press
again to switch o the Audio Description.

Switching between TV and Radio channels

The Digital TV recorder stores all the Digital TV channels together and all the Digital Radio channels
together. Press the [TV/RAD] button to quickly switch between Digital TV and Digital Radio channels.

When you are listening to a radio channel, the screen saver will automatically start if you do not
press any button for a few minutes. Alternatively, press the [SAVER] button to display the screen
saver right away. To remove the screen saver, press any button on the remote control.

Switching between DTT, HDMI 1-2 or USB

While watching Digital TV programmes you can use the [DTT], [HDMI 1], [HDMI 2] or [USB]
buttons to switch the viewing mode.

Note:

• When listening to TV programmes with Audio Description enabled, Dolby Digital sound is not available.

• HDMI pass through is only available when the unit is powered out of Standby mode and using HDMI output from this unit.

*The remote control must rst be programmed to operate your TV. Refer to page 37.

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Everyday Use

Using Standby

When you’re not watching TV, you should set the Digital TV recorder to Standby. Press the [ ]
button to switch between On (Green Power LED on the front panel) and Standby (Red power LED
on the front panel). This unit has a low power feature which means that when left in Standby for a
long period, it may take longer than normal to power up.

It is safe to put the Digital TV recorder into Standby mode when you have set programmes to
record. The Digital TV recorder will automatically wake up from Standby mode to make the
recording. If you plan to leave the Digital TV recorder unattended for a long period and have not
set any programmes to record, put the Digital TV recorder into Standby and wait for 20 seconds
before switching it o at the mains.

Automatic Standby

To help reduce the amount of electricity it uses, the Digital TV recorder will automatically switch
to Standby mode after 3 hours of inactivity. If you are still watching TV at this time, a screen will
be displayed allowing you to stop the Digital TV recorder entering Standby mode. If no button is
pressed while this screen is displayed, the Digital TV recorder will enter Standby mode after a few
seconds. It is possible to deactivate this automatic Standby mode by setting the Auto Standby
option in the General Settings menu to O. Refer to page 32.

Common Symbols

The following symbols may be visible in the Electronic Programme Guide, Channel List, Info
display, Timers screen and Library menus.

Locked channel. Multiple audio languages available.

Encrypted/scrambled channel. Teletext available.

Radio Channel. Timer has been set.

Channel selected for moving. [S] Subtitles available.

Recording has been viewed. Selected channel is hidden.

Timer is set to “Series Record”. Playback of recording has been locked.

Recording has been protected from deletion.

Pause. Record.

Slow motion. Fast Forward.

Rewind. Fast Forward (x16).

Fast Rewind (x16). Fast Forward (x128).

Fast Rewind (x128).

[AD]

Audio Description available.

Play.

HD

High Denition.

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The Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

The EPG displays programme information for the next 8 days (when transmitted by broadcasters).
You can also set programmes to be recorded from the EPG.

Today’s date

Current

channel

Date of

currently

displayed

programmes

List of

channels

To Press

Access the EPG... [GUIDE] button.

Move around the EPG... [

Display the previous nine channels in the list... [RED] button.

Display the next nine channels in the list... [GREEN] button.

Move forward 4 or 24 hours... [BLUE] button.

Move back 4 or 24 hours... [YELLOW] button.

View information for the highlighted
programme...

Set a highlighted programme to record...

Preview a current programme (in the
background)...

Exit the EPG and switch to a previewed
programme...

Exit the EPG... [GUIDE] or [BACK] button.

/ / / ] buttons or [0]-[9] buttons to

directly enter the channel number.

(Press

(Press

to switch between 4 and 24 hours)

to switch between 4 and 24 hours)

[INFO] button. Press again to return to the
EPG.

[

] button. Refer to page 21 for Recording

options.

[OK] button.

[OK] button.

and current
time

Time of
currently
displayed
programmes

Programme
information

If you accidentally set a wrong programme to record, press the [ ] button again to cancel.
While moving around the EPG the currently viewed programme is highlighted in white.

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The Channel List

The Channel List displays all the available channels.

List of

channels

Highlighted

channel

To Press

Access the Channel List... [OK] button while watching TV.

Select channels... [

Display the previous nine channels in the list... [RED] button.

Display the next nine channels in the list... [GREEN] button.

Switch to the selected channel... [OK] button.

Exit the Channel List... [BACK] button.

/ ] buttons.

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The Info Display

When watching TV, the Info display gives brief information on the current and future programmes
(when the programme information is transmitted by broadcasters). You can also set programmes
to be recorded from the Info display. When watching a recording, the Info display gives brief
information on the recorded programme.

Channel

Programme

name

Selected

programme’s

details

To Press

Access Info for the current programme/
recording...

View information for future programmes on
the current channel...

View information for programmes on other
channels...

Change the Audio setting (if available)... [RED] button.

Change the Subtitle setting (if available)... [GREEN] button.

Change Audio Description language
(if available)...

Switch to another channel (when viewing that
channel’s information)...

Set a current or future programme to record...

Exit Info... [INFO] or [BACK] button.

[INFO] button.

[RIGHT] button.

/ ] buttons.

[

[YELLOW] button.

[OK] button.

] button (whilst viewing that programme’s

[

information). Refer to page 20 for more
information.

Selected programme’s
start and end time

Today’s
date and
current
time

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Picture In Picture (PIP)

Picture In Picture allows you to watch two channels at the same time. The sound from the main
picture is always played.

PIP screen

(highlighted)

To Press

Switch on Picture In Picture... [PIP] button.

Move the PIP screen... [

/ / / ]

Select/highlight the PIP screen... [PIP] button.

Change the channel displayed in the PIP
screen...

Change the channel displayed in the main
picture...

Swap the channels on the PIP screen and the

[Ch +/-] buttons, when the PIP screen is
selected.

[0]-[9] buttons. The [Ch +/-] buttons can also
be used when the PIP screen is not selected.

] button.

[

main picture...

Exit Picture In Picture... [PIP] button, when the PIP screen is selected/

highlighted.

buttons.

Picture In Picture is not available when recording programmes.

Note

• Picture In Picture is not available for HD channels.

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Recording Programmes

This Digital TV recorder has twin tuners, making it possible to record two programmes at the same
time.

When recording two programmes at the same time you can also:

- watch either of the programmes you are recording.

- start to playback one of the recordings, even though it’s still recording !

- playback a previously recorded programme

- watch either of the programmes being recorded.

When recording two programmes at the same time you can not:

- timeshift/pause live TV.

- use Picture In Picture.

- watch a third TV channel.

Recording TV Programmes

There are 4 dierent ways to record programmes:

1. Instant recording

• While watching a programme, press [ ] to start recording.

• Press [

2. Recording from the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

• With the required programme highlighted in the EPG, press the [ ] button to set the recording.

] to stop recording.

For full details on the EPG, refer to page 16.

3. Recording from the Info display

• With the required programme highlighted in the Info display, press the [ ] button to set the

recording.

For full details on the Info display, refer to page 18.

4. Manually recording

• With the Timers screen displayed, press the [YELLOW] button to manually set a recording.

For full details on the Timers menu, refer to page 26.

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Recording Programmes

Recording Options

Below is the bottom part of an on screen menu that may appear when you make a recording. The
number of options available may vary.

If you do not wish to use any of these options press the [OK] button or simply wait until the menu
disappears.

There are 3 options that you may see in this menu:

1. HD alternative

When setting a Standard Denition (SD) programme to record, the HD Alternative option will
appear if there is a HD version of this programme available. Press the [RED] button and HD
alternative will be recorded instead.

2. Try this (Recommendations)

This allows you to record a selected list of related programmes. If, for example, you set a recording
for Panorama, the recommendations would contain similar programmes such as Horizon. Press the
[YELLOW] button if you would like these programmes to be recorded.

To ensure that the series and recommendations are also for HD, choose the HD option before
selecting Series or Try this options.

Note

• The broadcaster controls the content of the recommendations and these may be the same as the recordings for the Series.

3. Series record

This allows you to record an entire series at the push of a button (when supported by broadcasters). If
the programme you are setting is part of a series, press the [BLUE] button to record the entire series.
Programmes set to record as part of a series are identied in the “Timers” menu with a symbol.

Trailer booking

When there is a trailer for a TV programme (e.g. just before or after EastEnders) a symbol may be
displayed on screen (when supported by broadcasters). To use this feature press the [GREEN]
button and select the programme(s) you wish to record.

Go to the Timers screen to check the recorded program, and the timer can be modied (Refer to page 24/25 for
more information).

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Recording Programmes

Recording Conicts

Your Digital TV recorder can record up to two programmes at the same time.
If you attempt to record three or more programmes that overlap, the unit will try to resolve the
conict automatically by recording the programme at a dierent time or on a dierent channel. If
it can not, you will be asked to either select an alternative time to record the programme (Resolve
conict) or cancel the recording request you have just made (Cancel timer).

You will then be presented with a list of all the programmes that overlap.

If one of the programmes is repeated later in the week then, when it is highlighted, the box will
give you the option to press the [GREEN] button (Alternative) to record the repeated programme
instead. If none of the programmes are repeated, simply delete one of the planned recordings by
pressing the [RED] button (Delete).

Note:

• The Digital TV recorder will record programmes even if the programme is shown later than advertised e.g. due to a
previous programme overrunning. Please note, this is not applicable for timers set manually.

• It is safe to put the Digital TV recorder into Standby mode when you have set programmes to record. The Digital TV
recorder will automatically wake up from Standby mode to make the recording.

• The Digital TV recorder will also automatically add 3 minutes to the end of each recording to make sure the entire
programme is recorded. However, if any subsequent recording starts during those 3 minutes, then the rst recording will
be stopped to allow the new recording to commence.

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Timeshifting

Timeshifting allows you to Pause live TV, it lets you pause a broadcast programme and continue
watching it later. The maximum length of time you can pause a programme for is 4 hours.

Timeshift

banner

Pausing Live TV

• Press to pause live TV. Press to resume.

When live TV is paused, the timeshifting banner is displayed indicating how long the programme has been
paused.

The length of time you can pause a programme can be adjusted in the menu. See ‘Pause Buer Size’ on page 33.

Rewinding Live and Timeshifted TV

• Press to rewind live TV. Press to resume.

You can press a further 3 times to rewind faster.

Fast Forwarding Timeshifted TV

• Press to fast forward timeshifted TV. Press to resume.

You can press a further 3 times to fast forward faster.

Watching in Slow Motion

• Press to pause live TV or a recording.

• Press to watch in slow motion. Press to return to normal.

Stopping Timeshifting

• Press .

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The Timers Screen

The Timers screen displays all the programmes that are currently set to record. You can also set a
manual timer and modify or cancel an existing timer from the Timers screen.

Today’s date
and current

List of

timers

symbol

indicates that
Series Record

is set

Size of

current

timers

(approx)

Size of

current

recordings

(approx)

To Press

Access the Timers menu... [TIMER] button.

Select a timer event... [

View additional pages of timer events
(if available)...

Delete the selected timer event... [RED] button. If the timer selected is for a

Modify the selected timer event... [GREEN] button (see following page for more

Manually set a timer... [YELLOW] button (see following page for

Show all timers currently set (including all
‘Series Record’ programmes)...

Exit the Timers menu... [TIMER] or [BACK] button.

/ ] buttons.

[

/ ] buttons.

series you will be asked whether to delete all
timers in the series or just this instance.

details).

more details).

[BLUE] button. Press again to display a
summary of all timers currently set.

time

symbol
indicates that
the timer is
protected
from deletion

Available
recording
space
(approx)

Note:

• The number of hours displayed as Free and for the Library and Timers are approximate only. These are based on
recording Standard Denition TV programmes. If recording High Denition TV programmes then the number of hours will
change.

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Modifying Timers

Modifying a Timer

You can edit a current timer to change the Type, Channel, Start and End time/date.

1. With the required timer highlighted, press the [GREEN] button. If the timer is protected, use
the [0]-[9] buttons to enter the PIN.

2. Press [ ] or [ ] to highlight the required setting. Use the [ / / / ] and [0]-[9] buttons to
make changes.

3. Press the [GREEN] button to save the changes.

Note:

• If the programme you are editing is able to be series linked, then you can press the [BLUE] button to turn the timer into a
series timer.

The following settings are available:

Type:

‘Series’ This is displayed if you have set a series record (see page 21 for details).

Only the Change/Delete and Playback settings can be changed.

‘Programme’

‘Manual’

This is displayed if you set a programme to record that is not part of a series.
Only the Type, Change/Delete and Playback settings can be changed.

If the timer Type is changed to manual, then Programme will be changed
to Channel. The TV channel you originally set to record (eg. 1 BBC ONE)
will be displayed. All of the settings can then be changed.

This is displayed if you manually set a timer (see next page). The Channel,

Start time, End time, Change/Delete and Playback can all be changed.

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Modifying Timers

‘Change/Delete’ options:

‘Allowed’ The timer can be changed or deleted.

‘Disallowed’ The PIN must be entered correctly before the timer can be changed/

deleted (see Parental Control on page 35).

A symbol will be added to recordings that have been protected from change or deletion.

‘Playback’ options:

‘Allowed’ The recording can be viewed (even if it was recorded from a locked

channel).

‘Disallowed’ The recording can not be viewed. The PIN must be entered correctly

before the recording can be viewed.

A symbol will be added to recordings that have been protected from playback.

‘Use parental
settings’

Manually Setting a Timer

1. With the ‘Timers’ menu displayed, press the [YELLOW] button.

2. Press [ ] or [ ] to highlight the required setting. Use the [ / / / ] and [0]-[9] buttons to
make changes. All settings apart from Type can be changed.

3. Press the [GREEN] button to save the changes.

If the recording is made from a locked channel or if the programme
is parentally advised, the PIN must be entered correctly before the
recording can be viewed (see Parental Control on page 35).

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The Library Menu

The Library menu displays all the recordings currently stored on the hard disk. You can also browse
and manage your recordings from the Library menu. The Library menu will take longer to load if
you have lots of recordings stored on the hard disk.

symbol
indicates that
the recording
is protected
from playback

List of

recordings

symbol
indicates that
the recording

has been

watched

Size of

current timers

(approx)

Size of current

recordings (approx)

Length of
recording
in minutes
(approx)

symbol
indicates that
the recording
is protected
from deletion

Available
recording
space
(approx)

To Press

Access the Library menu... [LIB] button.

Select a recording... [

View additional pages of recordings

/ ] buttons.

/ ] buttons.

[

(if available)...

Play the selected recording from the last

] button.

[

played position...

Play the selected recording from a specic
position...

[OK] button (see next page for more details).
This also gives info on the recorded programme.

Access Info for the selected recording... [YELLOW] button.

Delete the selected recording... [RED] button.

Edit the selected recording (to set protection
and playback options)...

[GREEN] button (see next page for more
details).

Add the selected recording to the playlist... [YELLOW] button (see next page for more

details).

Sort the recordings... [BLUE] button. Press the corresponding colour

button to select the required sort option.

Exit the Library menu... [LIB] or [BACK] button.

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The Library Menu

Playing a Recording from a Specic Position

You can play a recording from the start, the end, the last played position or from any point within
the recording.

1. With the required recording highlighted, press the [OK] button.

2. Press [ / / / ] to highlight the required option. (For ‘Start playback from’, use the [0]-[9]
buttons to enter the required time.) Press the [OK] button to play the recording.

A symbol will be added to recordings that have been played.

Setting Protection and Playback Options

You can prevent a recording from being deleted or played unless the PIN is entered correctly. This
can be used to stop accidental deletion or prevent children watching inappropriate recordings.

1. With the required recording highlighted, press the [GREEN] button.

2. Press [ ] or [ ] to highlight the required setting. Use the [ ] and [ ] buttons to make changes.
Press the [GREEN] button to save any changes.

A symbol will be added to recordings that have been protected from deletion.
A symbol will be added to recordings that have been protected from playback.

Using the Playlist

You can set multiple recordings to be played one after another. This can be useful when saving
multiple recordings to a Video tape/DVD or just to watch several recordings in one go.

1. With the required recording highlighted, press the [YELLOW] button. A ‘q’ is added by the
recording’s name. Repeat to add further recordings to the playlist.

To remove a recording from the playlist, highlight the recording and press the [YELLOW] button.

2. With one of the recordings in the playlist highlighted, press the [OK] button. Press [ ] or [ ] to
highlight ‘Start playlist’. Press the [OK] button to play the playlist. If you are saving recordings
to a Video tape/DVD, don’t forget to start recording on your Video or DVD recorder.

While the playlist is playing, press and hold to skip to the next programme in the playlist. Press and hold
to return to the start of the current programme.

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The Photo Viewer

The Photo viewer function, allows you to view photos from devices, such as, Digital Still Cameras
(DSC), USB Card readers and USB Flash drives.

q

Operating the Photo Input

1. Prepare the storage equipment as follows:

Digital Still Camera:

Set up according to the instructions for “connecting to PC” in the camera’s User’s manual.

USB Card Reader:

Insert only one memory card.

USB Flash Drive:

No preparation required.

2. Connect the USB cable or USB Flash drive to the USB socket q. Alternatively you can use the
USB socket on the back panel.

3. Select the USB viewing mode (see page 14). If connecting a camera, turn it On, as instructed in
the camera’s User’s manual.

4. Refer to the next page for operation of the viewer / slide show.

5. To prevent possible loss of data, switch to a dierent viewing mode and switch o the USB
device before removing it.

Note:

• Do not connect any apparatus other than a DSC, USB Card reader or USB Flash drive to the Photo input socket. It may
cause a malfunction.

• Do not connect a DSC, USB Card reader or USB Flash drive using a USB Hub. Pictures may not be displayed correctly, or it
may cause a malfunction.

• Certain types of USB device may not work with this Photo Viewer function.

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The Photo Viewer

To Press

Switch on Photo Viewer... [USB] button.

Move to next picture... [GREEN] button.

Move to previous picture... [RED] button.

Change to slide show mode... [YELLOW] button.

Change to next folder on the USB device... [BLUE] button.

Exit Photo Viewer... [DTT], [HDMI 1] or [HDMI 2] button.

Whilst operating the Photo Viewer function the control banner may disappear from the bottom of the screen.
Press any other button on the remote control for it to reappear.

CAUTION! Whilst displaying images, a blinking LED may be seen on the DSC / USB Flash Drive. This indicates that
it is being accessed. Do not turn the power O or put the unit into Standby mode and do not remove or insert the
USB cable or memory card.

Do not use this function other than for private purposes. It might infringe copyright laws.

Back up all data in the memory card to avoid accidental data loss. We do not assume any liability for losses caused
by misuse or malfunction.

Note:

• Pictures that have been copied, viewed or edited by computers, and other devices, may not be displayed in this function.

• DSC with low battery power may not properly display photos in this function.

• The response time may vary when switching pages or loading les, according to the contents of each image.

• An Error Message will be displayed if there are no compatible images on the memory device.

• Functions, such as Picture In Picture and Channel selection are not available during photo viewing.

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To Press

Access the Main menu... [MENU] button.

Highlight an option... [

/ ] buttons.

Select an option... [OK] button.

Adjust an option’s settings... [

/ ] buttons.

Go back a step... [BACK] button.

Exit the Main menu... [MENU] button.

Main Menu Structure

The Main Menu

Main Menu

Edit Channel List

Hide Channels

Sort Channels

Default PIN =0000

Settings

General Settings

Accessibility

Settings

DTR Settings

Dolby Settings

Network settings

Parental Control

Enter PIN XXXX Ent er PIN XXXX

Lock Channels

Set PIN

Tuning

Automatic SearchGuidance Lock

Manual Search

Service

Manufacturers

Details

Signal Strength

Over Air Software

Upgrade

USB Software

Upgrade

Reset STB

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Main Menu Options

Edit Channel List Menu

Hide Channels

•

Allows you to hide unwanted channels. Press the [OK] button to select a channel to hide.

Sort Channels

•

Allows you to rearrange the channel order. Press the [OK] button to select the channel you wish
to move. Press [ ] or [ ] to select the new position, then press the [OK] button.

Settings Menu

General Settings

•

Audio

Allows you to set your preferred audio setting (if available).

HDMI Output

Allows you to change the HDMI output resolution. Default setting is Auto. This selects the best
possible resolution supported by your TV. If preferred the resolution can be changed. Refer to
page 42 for more information.

TV Out

Allows you to switch the SCART output between RGB and CVBS. The default setting is RGB
which gives you the best picture quality. If your TV is not compatible with RGB or you are having
problems with the picture, switch to CVBS.

Picture Mode

This allows you to switch between widescreen, 4:3 normal and 4:3 letterbox picture.

Widescreen

This is the default setting and is best if you have a widescreen TV.

4:3 normal

Choose this option if you do not want to have a black bar at the top and
bottom of the screen. Programmes broadcast in widescreen will ll the
whole screen but you will lose the left and right edges of the picture.

4:3 letterbox

We recommend you choose this option if you have an older 4:3-format
TV. Any programmes broadcast in widescreen will t onto the screen,
but will have a black bar at the top and bottom.

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Main Menu Options

Auto Standby

Allows you to select whether the Digital TV recorder automatically switches to Standby mode,
after 3 hours of inactivity. Default setting is On.

Update Channels

Allows you to update the Channel List automatically or manually. Default setting is O.

Accessibility

•

Subtitle

Allows you to set your preferred subtitles setting (if available). Choose between Normal or Hard
of Hearing. Hard of hearing adds more description of the sounds to the text (when available).

Audio Description

Allows you to set your preferred language for Audio Description (if available).

Audio Description Level

Allows you to set the volume of Audio Description relative to the main sound volume
(when AD is available).

DTR Settings

•

Pause Buer Size

Allows you to set the length of time the Digital TV recorder will pause a programme. This setting

also determines how far back you can rewind live TV. Choose between 1, 2, 4 hours or disable
the setting so that Pause live TV will not operate.

Auto Delete

You can set the Digital TV recorder to automatically delete recorded programmes, the options
available are Never, Oldest and Oldest played. Programmes will only be deleted when there is
not enough hard disk space available for new recordings. Default setting is Never.

Format Disk

Allows you to delete all recorded programmes.

CAUTION ! Formatting the hard disk will delete all the recorded programmes stored on the hard disk. This may take
around 10 minutes.

Dolby Settings

•

Downmix

Allows you to select the output audio type. Select the setting that best suites your equipment.

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Main Menu Options

The following options are available:

1. Automatic <default>.
This is the best option to select if connecting to an audio device using a HDMI cable.

- Your audio device will be interrogated over the HDMI cable to nd the best quality sound
supported by your TV/Amplier. If Dolby Digital 5.1 is supported, then this will be sent over
HDMI, otherwise 2-channel PCM Stereo (with Dolby Surround) will be sent.

- The optical output (SPDIF) will carry 2-channel PCM Stereo (with Dolby Surround).

- The SCART will carry Stereo (with Dolby Surround).

2. Dolby Digital.

Select this option if connecting to a Dolby Digital compatible TV/Amplier, using a digital

optical lead (SPDIF).

- The optical output (SPDIF) will send Dolby Digital 5.1 (if supported).

- The HDMI will carry Dolby Digital 5.1 if supported, otherwise it will carry 2-channel PCM
Stereo (with Dolby Surround).

- The SCART will carry Stereo (with Dolby Surround).

3. Dolby Surround.

Select this option if connecting to a TV/Amplier that supports Dolby Surround Pro Logic,

Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Pro Logic IIx or Dolby Pro Logic IIz decode.

- All outputs will carry Stereo (with Dolby Surround).

4. Stereo.

Select this mode if connecting to a Stereo audio device.

- All outputs will carry Stereo (without Dolby Surround).

Audio Delay

Allows you to delay the audio timing so that it synchronises with the TV picture. This allows for
delays that may be introduced by some TVs.

Dynamic Range Control

The following options are available:

1. O mode <default>.

The sound output is as is intended by the programme being watched.

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Main Menu Options

2. TV mode.

Default values of Cut and Boost are selected to both reduce high volume and increase low

volume sound, relative to the main sound volume through your TV.

3. On mode.

Allows Cut and Boost values to be changed.

Cut: Allows you to reduce high volume sounds such as explosions, relative to the main

sound volume. The maximum reduction is 100.

Boost: Allows you to increase low volume sounds such as speech or background sounds,

relative to the main sound volume. The maximum increase is 100.

Note:

• These settings are only eective if supported by the broadcaster.

Network Settings

•

The following options are available:

1. Automatic <default>.

This is the default option. All settings (IP address, DNS server etc) are automatically selected

(DHCP). The settings cannot be changed.

2. Manual.

Allows you to manually change your IP settings (for advanced users only). Use the

[ / / / ] buttons to navigate through the table and enter your own numbers using the
[0] - [9] buttons.

Note:

• The unit’s xed MAC address can be found under the Manual option, above.

• If you choose invalid IP settings the Digital TV recorder may not operate correctly.

Parental Control Menu

Guidance Lock

•

Allows you to automatically lock playback of recorded programmes that are parentally advised.

Lock Channels

•

Allows you to select the channels you would like to lock. Press the [OK] button to lock or unlock

a channel. A locked channel can only be viewed once the correct PIN is entered. The default PIN
is 0000.

Set PIN

•

Allows you to set your PIN.

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Main Menu Options

Tuning Menu

Allows you to automatically or manually tune channels. You will be asked to enter your PIN. The
default PIN is 0000.

This can not be done whilst recording or timeshifting.

Service Menu

Manufacturer’s Details

•

Allows you to check the software and hardware versions and serial number of your Digital TV

recorder.

Signal Strength

•

Allows you to check the DTT signal strength, quality and transmitter name. The signal quality is

indicated by a coloured bar, green is good, yellow is OK and Red is poor.

Over Air Software Upgrade

•

Allows you to search for software updates through your aerial (when available).

USB Software Upgrade

•

Allows you to upgrade your Digital TV recorder using a USB Flash drive connected to the USB

socket.

To upgrade, follow these instructions;

1. Download the upgrade le from the tvonics.com website.

2. Transfer the le to the root directory of your USB Flash drive.

3. Plug your USB Flash drive into the USB socket.

4. Select USB Software Upgrade from the Service menu.

5. When prompted, select Yes to upgrade the unit.

6. After a few minutes the unit will reset. When it starts again, use as normal.
(You can check the new version in manufacturer’s details)

Reset Set Top Box

•

Allows you to reset the Digital TV recorder to its default state.

CAUTION ! Resetting the Digital TV recorder will clear all settings and all channel information. After resetting, the
Digital TV recorder will need to retune all channels. Only recorded programmes stored on the hard disk will be kept.

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Programming the Remote Control

The Digital TV recorder’s remote control can be programmed to operate certain TVs. Follow the
procedure below to programme the remote control.

TV standby

button

0-9 buttons

AD button

GUIDE

button

button

1. Find the 3 digit code for your brand of TV from the brand codes, starting on page 43.

If your brand is not included in the list or the codes for your brand do not operate your equipment, refer to the
following page for an automatic method of programming the remote control.

2. Press and hold the [ ] button and the [AD] button for 3 seconds, then the [ TV] button
ashes twice and lights ON.

3. Use the [0]-[9] buttons to enter the 3 digit code for your brand. The [ TV] button ashes
when each digit of the code is entered.

4. If a valid code has been entered, the [ TV] button will ash twice, slowly and then goes o.

5. Check that the remote control operates your equipment by pressing the [ TV] button. If not,
repeat the above procedure and try another code for your brand.

The codes you enter may be lost if weak batteries are not replaced immediately. Even if your TV brand is listed in
the code table, in some instances it may not be possible to operate all of the available functions.

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Manually Programming the Remote Control

If your TV brand is not included in the code list, or the brand codes in the list do not operate your
equipment, it may still be possible to programme the remote control to operate your equipment.

1. Press and hold the [ ] button and the [AD] button for 3 seconds, then the [ TV] button
ashes twice and lights ON.

2. Aim the remote at the target TV, press the [Ch+] or [Ch–] button to enter Manual Search Mode,
the [ TV] button starts to ash. Press the [Ch+] button to search forward or [Ch–] to search
backward through the brand codes. Continuously press the [Ch+] or [Ch–] button until the
target TV set is switched o, then press the [OK] button to save the codeset and the [ TV]
button goes o.

3. Check whether the other buttons [ +/–], [ ], [TV Input] work. If they don’t, go back to steps
(2) and (3).

Finding the Remote Control’s Current Codes

If you have used the procedure above to programme the remote control to operate your TV, it may be
useful to know the correct code for your equipment.

Knowing the codes that operate your equipment will allow you to re-programme the remote control quickly using
the procedure on the previous page, should the need arise. Make a note of your code and keep it in a safe place.

1. Press and Hold the [ ] button and [GUIDE] button at the same time for 3 seconds, then the
[ TV] button ashes twice and switches OFF.

2. Press the
ashes is the rst number of the code. No ashes indicates a zero.

3. Press the [2] button and count the number of times the
ashes is the second number of the code.

4. Press the [3] button and count the number of times the
ashes is the third number of the code.

[1]

button and count the number of times the [ TV] button ashes. The number of

[ TV] button

No ashes indicates a zero.

[ TV] button

No ashes indicates a zero.

ashes. The number of

ashes. The number of

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Troubleshooting

Should you experience a problem with your Digital TV recorder which can’t be resolved
using the table below, put the unit into Standby mode, then unplug completely from the
mains. Leave the unit unplugged for at least one minute before connecting again to the
mains.

Picture

Problem Possible cause/remedy

No picture/distorted picture • Check the Digital TV recorder is switched on.

• Check the aerial is correctly connected to the unit.

• Check all connections between the unit and TV.

• Check the TV is displaying the correct AV input (refer to the

instruction manual supplied with your TV for details).

• Check the signal strength (refer to Service menu on page 36).

Banner is displayed saying
“ Your box is too Hot. Please
check that it is properly
ventilated”

Sound

Problem Possible cause/remedy

No sound • TV is muted.

• Unit ventilation is blocked or unit is not positioned correctly.

Reposition unit such that all ventilation holes front/back
are open and there is nothing blocking them. Also consider
moving the unit to a more suitable position (i.e not on top/
under other equipment).

• Power your TV O and then On at the mains.

• Check the aerial is correctly connected to the unit.

• Check all connections between the unit and TV/Hi-Fi or

Surround Sound System.

• Check the signal strength for the channel you are watching.
If the signal is weak then you may have picture but no sound
(refer to Service menu on page 36).

• Power your TV O and then On at the mains.

Power

Problem Possible cause/remedy

No power Check the AC mains adaptor is correctly connected and the unit

is switched on.

Digital TV recorder takes a
long time to switch on

Remote Control

Problem Possible cause/remedy

Remote control does not
work

The hard disk is nearly full. Delete some recordings.

• If the remote control does not operate your TV, re-programme
the remote control (refer to page 37).

• Replace the batteries.

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Troubleshooting

Recording

Problem Possible cause/remedy

Digital TV recorder does not
record

• Use the Library menu to check if there is any free space on the
Hard disk. If there is little or no space, delete some recordings.

• Put the Digital TV recorder into Standby mode, then unplug
completely from the mains. Leave the unit unplugged for at
least one minute before connecting again to the mains.

• Use the Reset Set Top Box option in the Service menu (refer to
page 36). Please note this resets the box - your recordings will
be preserved, but you will loose all other settings and timers.
You will also need to retune the box after carrying out this
option.

• Reformat the hard disk (refer to page 33). Please note that this
should only be done as a last resort as formatting the hard disk
will permanently delete all recordings.

TVonics Helpline:
TVonics Website:
TVonics E-mail support:

Note:

• In the event your product is returned to our service centre, we are unable to guarantee your recordings will be maintained.

0870 80 30 551 (calls charged at national rate)
www.tvonics.com
[e-mail]

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Specications

Physical Specication

Size (W) 185mm x (H) 70mm x (D) 220mm

Weight 1.9 kg

Power Requirements

Input voltage 12V DC 2.5A (with supplied AC mains adaptor)

DC jack connector 6mm (2.1mm Pin) DC Jack

Power consumption (On) 12W

Power consumption (STBY) 0.7W

Operating temperature +10˚C to +40˚C

Storage temperature -20˚C to +60˚C

Twin Tuners

RF input / output connectors 1x IEC 75R (female) / 1x IEC 75R (male)

Channel coverage UHF 474~850MHz (B21~B68)

Demodulator

Modulation Standard Denition

OFDM/QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM
FFT: 2k, 8K
Code Rate: 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8
Guard Interval: 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, 1/4

High Denition
OFDM/QPSK, 16QAM,64QAM, 256QAM
FFT: 1K, 2K, 4K, 8K, 8Kext, 16K, 16Kext,32K, 32Kext
Code Rate: 1/2, 3/5, 2/3, 3/4, 4/5, 5/8
Guard Interval: 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32, 1/128, 19/128, 19/256

Video Decoder

Video decoding

Video formats 16:9 / 4:3 / 4:3 Letterbox

Standard Denition – MPEG2 Main level / Main prole
High Denition – MPEG-4 AVC

Audio Decoder

Audio decoding

Audio mode Mono / Stereo / Dual

Standard Denition – MPEG-2 layer 1 and 2
High Denition – Dolby E-AC3 / MPEG-4 HE-AAC

AV Connectors

HDMI input ports 2 x HDMI type A (19-pin) - selectable

HDMI output port 1 x HDMI type A (19-pin)

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Specications

Video output 21-pin SCART connector - Composite video

(1.0 V pk to pk 75 ohm)
RGB (0.7V pk to pk 75 ohm)

Audio output 21-pin SCART connector - Left & right audio

(2V rms 10K ohm)

Audio line out Digital optical (SPDIF) – TOS link connector

Data Connectors

Front of unit

USB port USB-A female connector / 500mA

Rear of unit

USB port USB-A female connector / 500mA

Ethernet port

Media Storage Device

SATA HDD (Hard Disk Drive) 500GB, 3.5” platter

Supplied Accessories

Remote control
Batteries (2x AAA)
User guide
Quick start guide

RJ45 connector Ethernet (10 Base-T / 100 Base-Tx) / HP Auto
MDI/MDI-X

RF cable
HDMI cable
AC mains adaptor

Design and specications are subject to change without notice. All information correct at time of going to press.

HDMI v1.3a Inputs – Supported

Resolutions (pass-through)

No. Signal name No. Signal name

1 480i/480p 1 1080p
2 576i/576p 2 1080i
3 720p 3 720p
4 1080i 4 576p
5 1080p 5 576i
6 HDCP (pass-through)
7 CEC (pass-through)

(not from HDMI pass-through)

HDMI Output

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Remote Control Brand Codes

Use the brand codes in the following list when programming the remote control to operate your
TV (refer to page 37).

Please refer to “www.tvonics.com/codes” for a complete list of all brands covered.

TV Brand List

Brand Code(s) Brand Code(s) Brand Code(s)

Aiwa: 035, 112, 114, 163 JVC: 004, 008, 012, 029, 055,

Alba: 001, 004, 010, 029, 031,

034, 046, 048, 055, 060,
065, 072, 087, 109, 116,
136

Baird: 009, 010, 016, 026 Loewe: 011, 040, 076, 101, 107 Sanyo: 002, 004, 006, 009, 014,

Beko: 166, 167, 168 Logik: 001, 002, 007, 009, 055,

Bush: 001, 004, 026, 029, 031,

035, 037, 043, 048, 055,
056, 072, 083, 087, 108,
109, 116, 136, 160

Ferguson: 010, 016, 024, 038, 043,

065, 084, 098, 136

Fidelity: 035, 055, 059, 062, 076,

078

Goodmans: 002, 003, 004, 009, 029,

031, 035, 043, 055, 056,
072, 074, 083, 084, 086,
088, 100, 102, 108, 109,
116, 127, 133, 136, 141,
160, 162, 172

Grundig: 001, 004, 008, 024, 065,

072, 079, 083, 088, 100,
111, 115

Hitachi: 001, 003, 004, 005, 009,

013, 015, 016, 017, 022,
023, 037, 069, 074, 075,
085, 099, 102, 119, 120,
121, 134, 136, 137, 138,
142, 144, 148, 152, 169,
172

LG: 007, 015, 022, 083, 103,

Matsui: 001, 002, 003, 004, 009,

Mitsubishi: 002, 004, 011, 012, 015,

Orion: 002, 021, 022, 031, 035,

Panasonic: 003, 009, 015, 026, 030,

Philips: 001, 006, 011, 015, 022,

Pioneer: 002, 016, 019, 020, 038,

060, 075, 091, 105, 106,
111

116, 117, 153

133

021, 024, 026, 031, 043,
046, 048, 055, 063, 065,
068, 072, 083, 086, 099,
116, 136

022, 024, 076, 079, 083,
136

042, 048, 059, 065, 078,
083, 107, 116, 133, 161,
163

053, 062, 075, 105, 131,
154, 174

056, 062, 076, 083, 096,
126, 147, 159, 164

062, 071, 076, 125

Pye: 011, 056, 059, 083, 164

Samsung: 001, 003, 004, 006, 007,

009, 012, 022, 026, 030,
035, 039, 054, 055, 070,
083, 088, 096, 103, 110,
118, 128

015, 017, 020, 026, 035,
045, 054, 059, 075, 082,
113, 158, 169

Sharp: 001, 004, 012, 017, 073,

105, 109, 129, 141, 143,
170, 173

Sony: 002, 004, 012, 013, 017,

020, 047, 105, 130, 149,
155

Teac: 001, 020, 022, 035, 037,

059, 060, 068, 076, 109,
115, 116, 124, 136, 146,
158

Tevion: 083, 104, 109, 116, 127,

136, 138

Thomson: 016, 038, 043, 084, 098

Thorn: 003, 004, 009, 010, 014,

016, 035, 043, 074, 076,
079

Toshiba: 000, 001, 002, 003, 004,

006, 007, 008, 012, 013,
016, 019, 024, 035, 059,
062, 075, 096, 103, 105,
116, 118, 141, 150, 156

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