Typhoon TVT-600, DVB-T Mini TV Stick, 5200-00001-00 User guide

TVT-600

DVB-T Mini TV Stick

Instruction Manual

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Article No. 5200-00001-00

REC

Digital

Video recorder

Time

Shifting

Electronic

Program Guide

EPG

Snapshot

Function

HDTV 1080i

ready

incl. Remote

Control

Thank you for deciding
on purchasing this

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quality product
from TYPHOON.

Table of Contents

5 Chapter 1 Intended use

5 1.1 Before use

5 1.2 Explanation of symbols

6 Chapter 2 Safety information

8 2.1 Copyright information

9 Chapter 3 Features

9 Chapter 4 The device

10 4.1 Remote control

11 4.2 Batteries

11 4.3 Inserting/Changing batteries

11 4.4 Information on handling batteries/

rechargeable batteries

12 Chapter 5 Setup

12 5.1 Inserting a CD

12 5.2 Driver installation

16 5.3 Installing Total Media 3.5

21 5.4 Connecting the DVB-T Mini TV Stick

21 Chapter 6 Arcsoft TotalMedia 3.5

21 6.1 General information

21 6.1.1 Navigation and selection options in

Arcsoft TotalMedia 3.5

22 6.1.2 General icons

23 6.2 Main menu

23 6.3 TV

24 6.3.1 Channel scan

27 6.3.2 Full screen

28 6.3.3 EPG

29 6.3.4 Channel list

29 6.3.5 Recorded TV

30 6.3.6 Schedule

32 6.3.7 Teletext

33 6.3.8 Settings

34 6.4 DVD

34 6.4.1 Full screen

34 6.4.2 DVD menu

34 6.4.3 Frame capture

34 6.4.4 Eject

35 6.4.5 Settings

36 6.5 Pictures

37 6.6 Music

38 6.7 Video

39 6.7.1 Video editing

40 6.8 Settings

40 6.8.1 General information

41 6.8.2 TV settings

42 6.8.3 DVD settings

43 6.8.4 Video settings

43 6.8.5 Photo settings

43 6.8.6 Music settings

44 Chapter 7 Information on CDs and DVDs

45 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

46 Chapter 9 Maintenance, handling and cleaning

49 Chapter 10 Technical data

49 Chapter 11 Delivery contents

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Dear Customer:

This instruction manual will give you a general idea of how this device
operates, as well as provide you with information on cleaning and safety
procedures. Please take a few minutes to read and follow all safety and op-

Note

All company and product
names mentioned in this
document are registered
trademarks of their re­spective owners. All rights
reserved.

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erating instructions found in this manual carefully, in order to maintain this
products condition and ensure safe operation. Retain this manual for future
reference and pass on to third parties where applicable.

Should you have any additional questions regarding this device or should
any suggestions arise, please contract a specialized dealer or our service
team for further information.

We look forward to you recommending us to others and hope you enjoy us­ing this device from Typhoon.

Your TYPHOON Team

Please adhere to all of the safety information/instructions found in this instruction
manual!

We assume no liability
for damage occurred as a
result of improper use or
damage resulting from the
failure to comply with the
safety instructions found
in this manual, improper
operation or handling! Un­der such circumstances, all
claims under warranty will
become void. We assume
no liability for consequen­tial damage!

The information contained
in this instruction manual
is subject to change without
notice.

A declaration of CE confor­mity has been established
for this product. Certifica­tion has been documented
and entrusted to the manu­facturer.

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1 Intended use

This DVB-T Mini TV Stick from Typhoon is intended for DVB-T television re­ception and for watching programs on your PC with the included software.

1.1 Before use

Please read this instruction manual thoroughly before operating this device and retain it for
further reference, questions and use. Following and heeding all information found in this
instruction manual shall maintain this products condition and ensure safe operation. This
instruction manual contains information on how to operate and maintain this device. Should
a component require maintenance, servicing or repairs, then please consult a qualified
dealer or service technician.

1.2 Explanation of symbols

An exclamation mark is intended to inform the user of important information, opera­tion or maintenance instructions or that special attention is required.

This symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of unprotected, live parts or com­ponents found within the product’s enclosure or of dangerous connections that upon

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Note

When connecting other
devices, please refer to
the safety and operating
instructions found in the
literature accompanying
these devices.

contact may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Cables intended
for such connections should only be connected by qualified personnel or you should only use
ready to connect cables.

There are no user-serviceable parts found inside the device, therefore the device is never
to be opened.

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2 Safety information

The following safety and hazard warnings are not only for the protection of
your device, but also serve as a protection against potential health hazards.
Please take time to read the following instructions carefully.

We assume no liability for personal or property damage resulting from the failure to
comply with the safety instructions, improper operation and handling. Under such

circumstances, all claims under warranty will become void.

For safety and licensing (CE) reasons any unauthorized modification and/or change

on the device is prohibited and will void the warranty and all warranty claims.
Any persons operating, installing, setting up, or servicing this device must be trained and
qualified accordingly and observe these operating instructions.

Any person operating, installing, setting up, or servicing this device must be trained and
qualified accordingly and must also observe these operating instructions.

Ensure that the device has been set up accordingly by following all instructions found in the
instruction manual.

Should any evident damage be seen on the device, do not come in contact with or touch
these. Switch off the corresponding circuit breaker in the power distribution panel first
before carefully unplugging the power plug from the wall outlet. Do not operate this device
further! Please contact or take it to a qualified service technician/specialty workshop.

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Note

For safety reasons always
unplug the device from the
power outlet during thun­derstorms.

Eliminate potential tripping
hazards by routing cables
so that no one can trip or
stumble over them.

Never use the device if it is
damaged.

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2 Safety information Part 2

This device is not suitable for children under 3 years of age.

This device is not suitable for children under 3 years of age. Small children are
unaware of the serious and immediate dangers involved when exposing themselves to or
handling electronic devices. Furthermore, this product contains small parts that could be
swallowed. Never leave packaging material lying around unsupervised. For children it could
become a hazardous toy and lead to serious injury. Keep packaging and protective foil away
from children at all times to a void the danger of suffocation.

The device should never come in contact with water or moisture.

To prevent the risk of fire or electric shock make sure that liquids, such as dripping or
splashing water, rain or moisture, do not come in contact with the device and power supply
plug.

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Operate this device in a moderate climate and never expose to extreme temperatures, such
as high humidity.

Condensation can build up suddenly when this device is brought from a colder into a warmer
area (e.g. when transporting). Should this happen, allow the device to warm up to room tem­perature first before using.

Care should be taken that liquids do not come in contact with the interior; this is why con­tainers containing liquids, e.g. bucket, vase or plants should never be placed anywhere near
or on this device. This can not only damage the device, but also become a fire hazard.

It is imperative to avoid contact with moisture, e.g. in the bathroom.

Note

Never touch the power plug
with damp or wet hands.

There is the risk of
electric shock!

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2 Safety information Part 3

Ensure that the device is properly ventilated during operation and never operate it in con-
stricted areas, such as for example in a bookcase or shelf.

Never block ventilation openings with magazines, tablecloths, curtains or similar.

Make sure the device is placed on a firm and stable surface.

Never place any sources of fire on top of or near the device and power supply plug (e.g.
lighted candle).

Please adhere to the additional safety information found in the individual chapters of this
instruction manual.

When connecting other devices, please refer to the safety and operating in­structions found in the literature accompanying these devices.

Please contact our technical hotline or a service technician for further information, should
you be in doubt about device operation, safety or when making connections or if any ques-

Note

Contribute to a better
environment by using a
designated disposal system
(e.g. Dual System in Ger­many) or recycling site for
the disposal of packaging
material.

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tions arise that are not explained within this manual.

2.1 Copyright information

The reproduction, duplication and copying of copyright protected material, as well as the
distribution, circulation, public access to or even the rental of these, without explicit authori­zation of the copyright holder, is strictly prohibited.

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3 Features

4 The device

· USB 2.0 DVB tuner

· Digital video recorder

· Programming and direct recording via EPG

· Teletext

· Timeshift function (time-delayed television)

· Automatic channel scan

· HDTV 1080i ready

· Remote control

· Snapshot function

· Product CD with Arcsoft (TotalMedia Soft-
ware), drivers and operating instructions

1 DVB-T antenna

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2 DVB-T Mini TV Stick

3 Antenna adapter

4 USB connection cable

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4.1 Remote control

1 HOME — Returns to the main menu

2 VOL +/– — Increases/Decreases the volume

3 REC — Starts recording a television program

4 DVD — Resumes DVD playback out of a different menu

5 Play — Starts/Resumes playback/a slideshow

6 Fast — Switches through different fast forward levels

7 POWER — Turns the TotalMedia™ Software on/off

8 Numeric buttons — For direct program selection

9 CH+/– — Skips/Returns to the next/previous television program

10 JUMP — Returns to the previously-viewed program

11 STOP — Stops playback/slideshow

12 OK — For confirming/making a selection

13 Navigation buttons — Move/Navigate to a selection

14 CAP — Captures a screenshot during film and television

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15 Full — Switches through different screen sizes

16 PAUSE — Pauses playback/slideshow

17 Rewind — Switches through different fast rewind levels

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4.2 Batteries

The remote control requires two AAA* batteries for operation.

* batteries are not included in delivery

4.3 Inserting/Changing batteries

Carefully press the small lever in the direction of the battery compartment lid and remove
carefully. Remove batteries and dispose of accordingly. Remove two new AAA batteries from
their packaging and insert into the battery compartment. Ensure correct polarity as indi­cated at the bottom of the battery compartment.

For best possible results, point the remote control directly at the device. Ensure that there
is not more than a distance of 5 meters between the remote control and device and that the
remote control is not used at an angle of over 60 degrees.

4.4 Information on handling batteries/rechargeable batteries

Please adhere to the following information when handling batteries and rechargeable batteries:

Keep batteries out of children’s reach. Batteries are hazardous waste and do not belong in household waste.
Ensure that batteries are always inserted according to the correct polarity. Always remove batteries when not
in use for longer periods of time. Never leave batteries lying around unsupervised. These could pose a choking
hazard to children and pets if swallowed. Seek emergency medical care immediately, should this happen. Never
expose batteries to extreme temperatures, such as for example resulting from sunlight, fire or ovens. There is
the risk of explosion! Make sure that batteries are not dismantled, short-circuited or are thrown into fire. Never
recharge non-rechargeable batteries. There is a risk of explosion! Please follow manufacturer instructions when
charging rechargeable batteries. Touching leaking or damaged batteries could cause skin burns. Use suitable
protective gloves when handling such batteries. Always ensure that the device has been turned off after use.
Replace all batteries at the same time. Clean battery and device contacts before inserting, where necessary.
Try to avoid deep discharges when using rechargeable batteries.

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Note

Always remove batteries
when the device is not in
use for longer periods of
time.

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5 Setup

Carry out the following setup in the stated
order to ensure and guarantee proper use and
performance.

5.1 Inserting a CD

Take the included CD and insert it into your disk drive.
If an automatic setup does not start after insertion, you
can carry out a manual setup with the file „Autorun.exe“.
Double-click on the file in Explorer. As an alternative, you
can select via the start button in Windows „Run“ and then
enter „D: \Autorun.exe“, whereby „D“ stands for the drive
containing the CD.

5.2 Driver installation

Select „Install Driver” in the start menu to begin with
the installation, following the instructions that appear on
display.

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Select the preferred setup language.
Select „Next” to continue.

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Select „Next” to continue.

Here you see the preset installation path.

Select „Next” to continue.

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You can also click on „Change” to select a different pre­set path

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Here you will be able to select a different installation
folder.

Select „OK” to continue.

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The installation process will now start.

This may take a few minutes to complete.

All necessary drivers will be installed as dis­played above.

After the installation process has been completed, the
above displayed dialogue window will be displayed on

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screen.

Click on „Finish” to complete installation.

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5.3 Installing von TotalMedia 3.5

Select „TotalMedia 3.5” setup in the start menu to begin
with the installation. Now follow the information that ap­pears on screen to complete the setup process.

Select the preferred setup language and confirm your
selection with „OK”.

Please wait a moment.

Select „Next” to continue.

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Read the license agreement completely. You will have to
accept the terms in the license agreement in order to be
able to use the software.

Selecting „YES” indicates your acceptance of this license
agreement and permits the installation process to con­tinue.

Enter your user name.
Enter your license key.
You will find this on the CD cover.

Select „Next” to continue.

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Here you will be able to see the designated installation
path.

Select „Next” to continue.
You can also click on „Browse“ to select and install a dif­ferent folder.

Here you will be able to select a different installation
path.

Click on „OK“ to continue.

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Here you will be able to select which program folder in
the Start menu is to be created with links.

Click on „Next” to continue.

A message will appear indicating that the installation
process has begun.

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This process may take a few minutes to complete.

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After installation has been completed, the above window
will be displayed.

Click on „Finish“ to complete the installation.
You will need to reboot your computer once again before
the software is ready for operation.

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5.4 Connecting the DVB-T Mini TV Stick

Carefully plug the connector on the antenna into the adapter. Now carefully plug the adapter
into the DVB-T Mini TV Stick. The DVB-T Mini TV Stick can now be inserted into a free USB

2.0 port on your computer.

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Please do not use a

Please always select „Safely Remove Hardware”, before disconnecting your DVB-T Mini TV
Stick from your computer. Click on the symbol in the taskbar on your monitor and select
„HID Infrared Remote Receiver” to remove.

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6.1 General

6.1.1 Navigation and selection options in Arcsoft TotalMedia 3.5

You can use the navigation buttons on the remote control to select an option and confirm
your selection with „OK”. You can also select an option with your computer mouse by moving
the cursor to the desired option and by clicking on the left mouse button. Or use your com-

USB hub to connect
your DVB-T Mini TV Stick
with your computer.

puter keyboard to select an option. Use the arrow keys to navigate to an option and confirm
with the „Enter” key.

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6.1.2 General icons

Miscellaneous

Menu bar

1 Return to the main menu
2 Return to upper-level menu
3 Open the help menu
4 Minimize window
5 Maximize window
6 Close program

1 Enlarge image
2 Selection box
3 Rename
4 Delete
5 Move up/down
6 Upwards/Downwards
7 Return to upper-level folder
8 Signal strength

Action bar

1 Pause ( › Play)
2 Stop
3 Record
4 Fast forward/rewind
5 Next/Previous chapter/
next/previous track

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6 Sound on/off
7 Louder/Quieter
8 Program up/down
9 Display favourites
10 Set aspect ratio
11 Capture frame

Pictures

1 Open image editor’s toolbar
2 Rotate 90° clockwise/counterclockwise
3 Zoom and move on the enlarged image
4 Automatic image editing
5 Remove red eyes

6 Crop image
7 Next/previous image
8 Delete image
9 Close image editor’s toolbar

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6.2 Main menu

The main menu offers the following options:

TV – provides access to the TV menu option

DVD – provides access to the DVD menu option

Pictures – provides access to the image menu option

Music – provides access to the music menu option

Video – provides access to the video menu option

Setup – provides access to the menu for different setting options

6.3 TV

In this menu you can select between:

Full screen – enlarges the television picture

EPG – opens the electronic program guide

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Channel list – general view of channels and favourites

Recorded TV – switches to TV recordings

Schedule – sets automatic recording times

Teletext – opens the teletext function for use

Settings – provides access to different TV options

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6.3.1 Channel scan

After entering the TV menu for the first time, the setup assistant
for scanning channels will automatically start.

Click on „Next” to continue.

Select the region in which you are in.

Click on „Next” to continue.

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Click on „Start” to scan for available channels automatically.

The blue progress bar indicates the current scanning process.
Please note that the scanning process may take several min-

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utes to complete.

If you click on „Stop”, scanning will stop at this point.

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A window will appear on screen with the number of stations found
as soon as scanning has been completed.

Click on „OK” to confirm.

Click on „Next” to continue.

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The automatic channel scan is now completed.

Click on „Finish” to exit this menu option.
You can start a channel scan at a later point in time again via
the „Settings” menu.

6.3.2 Full screen

This option displays an enlarged TV picture.

Select „Full Screen” or double-click on the picture to switch

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through the different picture enlargement levels (thumbnail, win­dow and full screen size).

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6.3.3 EPG

Select this option to enter the electronic program guide function.
Once selected a general view of channels and a list of their cur­rently transmitted/available programs will be displayed.

To the right you will be able to see the program list of the current
selected channel. A miniature view of the selected channel’s cur­rent program can be seen on the bottom left side of the screen.
A small description of the selected channel’s current program or
of the selected program within the program list can be seen at the
bottom right of the screen.

If you select a different channel, you will switch over to this station
in the TV menu.

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Once a program has been selected within the program list, the
screen will switch over to a larger size for viewing.

Click on „Record” to add this program to the schedule for
recording.

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6.3.4 Channel list

Select this menu option for a general view of stations.

You can use „Add to favourites/Delete from favourites” to set and
manage your favourite channels.

These channels will be marked with a star. After selecting a chan­nel, press the „OK” button on the remote control for a thumbnail
view of that channel’s broadcasted program. Under the option
„Channel Type” you will be able to set which stations are to be dis­played in the channel list. Confirm all settings by clicking on „OK”
and to return to the TV menu mode.
Please note that if the option „Cancel” has been selected you will
return to a TV menu mode without storing settings/changes previ­ously made.

6.3.5 Recorded TV

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This option provides access to the „Recorded TV” directory that
you have already configured in the main menu found under Set­tings › General › Video Recording Memory.

This default directory depends on the operating system that you
are using. The name of the folder in which you are currently lo­cated can be seen at the top of the screen. You can use the arrow
located next to this to search for a different folder.

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With the option „Burn to Disc” you can burn the selected file to a
storage medium. The option „Settings” offers various settings for

file playback.

A thumbnail view of the selected file can be seen at the bottom left
of the screen. The icon located next to this window can be used to
switch to a full screen mode.The window to the bottom right of the
screen displays various file information.

6.3.6 Schedule

In this menu option you will be able to program recordings.

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Click on „Add” to add a program to the schedule.

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Select a channel that you would like to record under the option
„Channel”. In the field box „Program Name” enter the name of the

file under which your recording is to be stored. The option „Fre­quency” lets you set how often the channel is to be recorded (e.g.
daily).

Now you can enter the day on which the recording is to take place
in the field box „Date”. In the fields „Start Time” and „Stop Time”
you can set the desired starting and ending time of the channel to
be recorded.

Recordings will be stored in the „Recorded TV” directory that you
have previously configured in the main menu found under Settings

› General › Video Recording Memory.

Select a schedule recording under the option „Modify”.
Following this, you have the opportunity to modify/change the
recording date.

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Recordings that have already been completed can be seen
under the menu option „History”.

6.3.7 Teletext

Select this option to enter the teletext menu mode. This service

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may not be supported by all stations and may vary according
to the station being watched. Click on „Live TV” to switch to the

channel in a TV menu mode. The option „Full Screen” switches to
an enlarged view.
Click on „Teletext Home” to launch the selected channel’s start
screen. The coloured field boxes located under the teletext start
screen offer various options. Use the arrows „up/down” to scroll
to the next/previous page. If there is no page available or signal
recognition fails, then teletext information for this page will not be
displayed. The numeric buttons on the remote control or the keys
on your keyboard can be used to enter a page directly.

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6.3.8 Settings

This menu offers different setting options for TV channels. After
entering this menu you will be asked if you would like to continue
on, as any modification and/or changes made will affect ongoing
and programmed recordings.

If you would like to start a channel scan once again, click on the
„Reset TV Signal” option.

The menu option „Edit Channels” gives you the opportunity to edit
channel names, delete or move channels to a different program
location. Using the garbage can icon to delete a channel will
permanently remove it from your program list. The „LCN” (Local
Channel Number) option is a program location number automati­cally allocated to a station during scanning.

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The menu option „TV Settings” lets you change different settings
found within available functions, as for example displaying sub­titles.

The menu option „Import/Export Channel List” lets you either load
a program list from or store a program list in a file. Choose the
respective file (*.chl) in the browser or store by entering a name
for your program list.

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6.4 DVD

Select this menu to watch DVDs.Insert the medium into the drive
and choose „DVD”.
Reading will begin once a medium has been inserted.

6.4.1 Full screen

This option can be used to enlarge the viewing image.

Select „Full Screen” or double-click on the picture to switch
through the different picture enlargement levels (thumbnail, win­dow and full screen size).

6.4.2 DVD menu

Select this option to switch from the film on screen to the DVD
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6.4.3 Frame capture

This option allows you to capture a snapshot of the current scene.

These snapshots will be stored in the previously configured folder
found under Settings › General › Frame Storage.

6.4.4 Eject

This option stops playback and opens the drive so that the me­dium can be removed.

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6.4.5 Settings

This menu offers different setting options for DVDs.
Click on „Audio” to select a certain sound (e.g. 2 Speakers –
Stereo). Confirm your selection with „Save”.

The menu option „Language” lets you set/change settings such as
subtitle languages, audio tracks and/or the menu language on a
medium.

Under the option „Parental Control” you will be able to select one
of the various parental guidance rating levels suitable to your
needs. You will also be able to set a password under the option
„Set Password”. This password will be required each time you
try to access this menu item. After selecting this menu option
enter your password and confirm by entering it once more. Please
choose a password that you can remember easily!

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The following parental rating levels are available:
Not Rated
G (General Audience: proved suitable for audiences of all ages)
PG (Parental Guidance Suggested: adult accompaniment recommended)
PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned: not suitable for children under the age of 13)
R Restricted: adolescents under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult)
NC-17 (No admission for adolescents under the age of 17)

Under the option „Frame Storage” you will be able to set where captured snapshots of the
currently viewed scene are to be stored.

The option „Auto-Resume” lets you set where playback is to resume after pausing.

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6.5 Pictures

In this menu option you have various ways of viewing, editing or
storing pictures on a medium.

Click on „Play” to start a slideshow. You can also click on › to start
a slideshow once an image has been selected. A slideshow can be
stopped with „Stop”, „Esc” or with a double-click. Pause a slide­show with „Pause” or by using the space bar on your computer.
Resume a slideshow with „Pause“, „Play“ or by using the space
bar. Under the menu option „Settings” you will be able to set dif­ferent display and effect settings during a slideshow.

Select the option „Print“ to send selected pictures to your printer. Highlight an image to be
printed and click on „Next”. Now select the picture and paper size and then the number of
copies required. With the „Print Preview” option you will be able to view how pictures will be
printed out ahead of time. If you are satisfied with the settings made, click on „Print” to start
printing.

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Click on the option „Edit” to open a toolbar that can be used for editing pictures.
You will be able to use this toolbar to rotate and enlarge/minimize pictures, to select an
automatic touch-up function to improve pictures, to remove red eyes or crop pictures, to view
the next/previous image, to delete pictures or to even close the „Edit” menu mode.

To copy pictures to a medium, select the option „Burn to Disc”.
First select the pictures that you would like to copy to the medium and then click on „Next”
to proceed. Now you can select whether pictures are to be archived as a presentation, pre­sentation with an archive of the original files or if original pictures are only to be archived.
After all settings have been made, click on „Start” to start the burning process.

The options „View” and „Sort” let you change the order in which pictures are sorted and the
information displayed along with pictures

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6.6 Music

Select this option to either listen to songs, copy and store songs
on a CD to a medium or to burn songs from your hard disk to a
CD.

Select a song that you would like to listen to. View a selection of
your playlists by selecting the „My Playlists” option.

Open the option „Create Playlist” if you would like to create a new playlist. You can add your
favourite songs to a playlist via the „Select” option in your browser. After you’ve added all of
your favourite songs to the playlist, click on „Next”. Now you will see a list of songs that you
have added to your playlist. You still have the opportunity to add or delete songs from your
playlist, before clicking on the „Save” option to store. Choose one of your stored playlists to
view the songs listed within. You will now be able to listen to these.

You can use „Edit Music Directory” to edit songs within a playlist and „Burn to Disc” to add
all songs on a playlist to a burn process.

Choose „Rip Music CD” to copy and convert songs on an audio CD into a digital format.
Highlight all of the songs you’d like to convert and click on „Copy”.

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Select the option „Settings” if you would like to make a change within the various settings
available for converting.

Click on the option „Burn to Disc” to open a window to create a CD.
First highlight all of the songs to be copied to the medium and then click on „Next” to pro­ceed. A list of the songs selected for this burning process will be displayed. You still have the
opportunity to add, delete or move songs. Once satisfied with your selection, you can click on
„Burn to Disc” to start the burning process.

The options „Music Genre” and „Sort” let you filter or sort songs in different ways.

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6.7 Video

This menu option lets you watch videos, record videos to your
hard disk or burn videos to a disc.

Select a file that you would like to watch.

Choose „Capture” to create videos from connected recording de­vices.

With „Burn to Disc” you can create a VCD or DVD. Highlight all of
the video files that you would like to burn to a disk. After your se­lection has been completed, click on „Burn to Disc”.

Select the option „Settings” if subtitles are to be displayed. Under
the setting „Video Settings” you have the choice between different
available settings, for example settings pertaining to your record-

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ing device or the video standard.

The options „View” and „Sort” let you view or sort video files in dif­ferent ways.

Click on the scissors icon to obtain access to the video editing tool.

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6.7.1 Video editing

This tool lets you edit your video files in an easy way.

1 Select a preferred viewing option representative,
for example by DVDs, for displaying chapters.
2 Skip to the previous/next range.
3 Set the cut-in and cut-out segments (start and end points)
of a selected range.
4 Remove all ranges.
5 Remove the previously set range/add the previously
removed range again.
6 The green ranges represent the areas that will later
become at part of your video
7 The red ranges displayed with a scissors icon are the
edited areas that will be skipped over/not be played
back later on.

Edit your video files as desired and click on „Save” to store
and return to a video menu mode. In the future, your video

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will be played or burned according to the settings carried
out.

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6.8 Settings

In this menu option you will be able to carry out a number
of settings.

6.8.1 General

This menu item lets you carry out general hardware and memory
location settings.

Under the setting option „Disc Creation” you can determine what
picture format, drive for recording, recording format or desired
audio format is to be used.

Select the setting „Printer” to choose the printer that you’d
like to use.

Under „Frame Storage” you can set where screenshots are to be

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stored as a standard and in which file format this should be done.

The setting „Video Recording Storage” can be selected to set
where video files are to be recorded as a standard and quality in
which this should be done. Various image and graphical settings
can be carried out under the option „Display Settings”.

The setting „About TotalMedia” supplies information about the
current software version and on updating.

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6.8.2 TV settings

This menu offers different TV setting options.

After entering this menu you will be asked if you would like to
continue on, as any modification and/or changes made will affect
ongoing and programmed recordings.

Start a channel scan once again by clicking on the „Reset TV Sig­nal” option.

The menu option „Edit Channels” gives you the opportunity to edit
channel names, delete or move channels to a different program
location. Using the garbage can icon to delete a channel will
permanently remove it from your program list. The „LCN” (Local
Channel Number) option is a program location number automati­cally allocated to a station during scanning.

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The menu option „TV Settings” lets you change different settings
found within available functions, as for example displaying sub­titles.

The menu option „Import/Export Channel List” lets you either load
a program list from or store a program list in a file. Choose the
respective file (*.chl) in the browser or store by entering a name
for your program list.

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6.8.3 DVD settings

In this menu you can carry out various settings for DVDs.

Click on „Audio” to select a certain sound (e.g. 2 Speakers – Ste­reo). Confirm your selection with „Save”.

The menu option „Language” lets you set/change settings such as
subtitle languages, audio tracks and/or the menu language on a
medium.

Under the option „Parental Control” you will be able to select one
of the various parental guidance rating levels suitable to your
needs. You will also be able to set a password under the option
„Set Password”. This password will be required each time you
try to access this menu item. After selecting this menu option
enter your password and confirm by entering it once more. Please
choose a password that you can remember easily!

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The following parental rating levels are available:
Unlimited
G (General Audience: proved suitable for audiences of all ages)
PG (Parental Guidance Suggested: adult accompaniment recommended)
PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned: not suitable for children under the age of 13)
R Restricted: adolescents under the age of 17 must be accompanied by an adult)
NC-17 (No admission for adolescents under the age of 17)

Under the option „Frame Storage” you will be able to set where captured snapshots of the
currently viewed scene are to be stored.

The option „Auto-Resume” lets you set where playback is to resume after being paused.

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6.8.4 Video settings

Select this option if subtitles are to be displayed. Under the setting „Video Settings” you
have the choice between different available settings, for example settings pertaining to your
recording device or the video standard.

6.8.5 Pictures settings

Here you will be able to set different display and effect settings for a slideshow.

6.8.6 Music settings

This option provides various settings regarding music playback. Under the option „CD Set-

tings” there are further settings for creating music from an audio CD, e.g. for selecting the
desired quality.

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7 Information on CDs and DVDs

Handling CDs and DVDs

Do not touch the playback side of discs. Hold by the edges without touching the recording
surface, so that finger prints do not come in contact with discs. Never stick paper or use
tape on discs.

Storing CDs

After you are finished playing a CD, please replace and store it in its respective cover. Never
expose discs to direct sunlight, sources of heat or high temperatures. Never leave discs in a
car exposed to direct sunlight.

Cleaning CDs

Finger prints and dust found on a CD may be the reason for poor picture or sound quality.
Before playing a CD, carefully wipe off finger prints and dust with a clean cloth. Please clean

in an inwards to outwards motion.

Never use any solvents or chemicals, such as alcohol,
benzine, thinners, any commercially available cleaners or antistatic sprays for records to
clean discs.

Never use irregularly shaped CDs (e.g. orthogonal or heart-shaped). Such types can lead to
or cause malfunctions. Never attach any seals, adhesive labels or stickers to discs (either
on the labelled or recorded side).

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Note

Depending on the drive
used or on the CD-R/RW
(or DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD­RW, DVD+RW) itself, there
is the possibility that some
discs may not be playback
compatible with this device.

Manufacturers may have
already intentionally pro­grammed playback func­tions on some DVD and
Video CDs. This device
plays software manu­facturer DVDs and Video
CDs according to content.
Therefore, it is possible that
some playback functions
may not be available or ad­ditional functions may be
available for use.

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8 Troubleshooting

The device you have just purchased is equipped with state-of-the-art tech­nology and is safe to operate. Nevertheless, problems or malfunctions may
occur.

Before contacting a service technician, refer to the following possible solutions:

Program start does not take place or playback is not possible

Update or install software again

Distorted sound or no sound is audible

Check if everything has been connected properly.

The remote control is not working

Check if the batteries have been inserted correctly.
If batteries are empty, replace them with new ones.
Point the remote control to the remote sensor and press to operate.
Remove any objects found between the remote control and the remote sensor.
Make sure the distance between the remote control and the device does not exceed 5 m.

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Note

As an alternative you might
be able to see with the help
of the software if there’s a
possible way to solve your
problem. Click on the ques­tion mark icon for help.

Buttons do not function (on the device and/or remote control)

Turn the device off and then on again. As an alternative, turn the device off, unplug it from
the power outlet and plug in again. (The device may also not be functioning due to a stroke of
lightning, static electricity or other external factors.).

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8 Troubleshooting Part 2

Distorted/Noisy reception or no picture

The reception frequency has not been set properly.
The antenna is not adjusted properly.
Try positioning the antenna somewhere else.
Start an automatic channel scan.

A CD/DVD is not recognized/supported

Check if
– the disc is deformed.
– the disc is damaged, scratched or has become dirty.
– the disc has the correct regional code.

9 Maintenance, handling and cleaning

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Any repairs other

than those men­tioned above are to be
carried out solely by an
authorized technician.

Never operate the device in places with extreme high or low temperatures.

Maintenance

Carry out a technical safety inspection on a regular basis, e.g. check if the power cable or
housing may have become damaged. If there is reason to believe that the device can no lon­ger be operated safely, then disconnect it immediately from the power supply and secure it
against any unintentional operation.

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9 Maintenance, handling and cleaning Part 2

It can be assumed that safe operation is no longer possible, if:

– there is visible damage to the device,
– the device no longer works,
– it has been stored for a longer period of time under unfavourable conditions
– or exposed to rigorous transport conditions.

Always adhere to the following safety instructions before cleaning or servicing

the device:

Live parts may be exposed, if the covering is opened or parts are removed.

The device must be disconnected from the power supply source prior to service, mainte­nance or repairs.

Capacitors within the device may still carry voltage even though they have been discon­nected from all power supply sources.

Transporting or sending the device

Please retain the original box and the packaging material in case you need to transport or
send the device out for maintenance at a later date. Please note that the device should be
repacked in the original packaging. The box and packaging have been especially developed
for this device in order to protect it during transport and against damage. Retain this in­struction manual for future reference and where required pass it along with the device if
handed over to a third party, as it contains important setup and handling information.

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Note

Repairs are only to be
carried out by qualified
personnel, who are familiar
with the hazards involved
and the relevant regula­tions.

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9 Maintenance, handling and cleaning Part 3

Keeping the external case clean

Never use volatile fluids near the device, as for example insect spray. Avoid letting the device
come in contact with rubber or plastic products for longer periods of time. These could oth­erwise leave marks behind. dem Gerät. Ansonsten können diese Spuren hinterlassen.

Cleaning the device

Unplug the power cable before cleaning. Always use a soft and dry cloth to clean the unit’s
exterior. If the device is extremely dirty you can use a soft cloth, dampened with water or a
mild cleaning solution to clean. Never use any abrasive or harsh cleaning agents (e.g. alco­hol, benzine or thinners) as these could damage the controls, casing or any markings and
labels found on the device.

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Note

Contribute to a better
environment by using a
designated disposal system
(e.g. Dual System in Ger­many) or recycling site for
the disposal of packaging
material.

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10 Technical data

11 Delivery contents

System requirements

®

· Pentium

4, 2.0 GHz or higher

· 512 MB internal memory

· Free USB 2.0 connection

· Graphic card must support Microsoft DirectX® 9.0c
or later

· AC97 compatible sound card

· 2 GB of free hard disk space for TV recordings and
pictures

· CD-ROM-/DVD-ROM drive (for software installation)

· Windows XP SP2/MCE 2005/Vista/Windows 7

Working conditions

Temperature 5° – 35° C
Humidity 85 % relative humidity maximum

DVB-T Mini TV Stick

· DVB-T Mini TV Stick

· Remote control

· DVB-T antenna

· Antenna adapter

· USB connection cable

· Quick guide

· Product CD with Arcsoft (TotalMedia Software),
driver & instruction manual

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· High Speed USB 2.0

· Dimensions: 53 x 22 x 11 mm (H x W x D)

· Weight: 11 g

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Service

Should questions arise then please contact a specialist
or our service hotline.

Service-Hotline*:

Telefon [phone]

*14 cent/minute using the German fixed network

(Max. price for mobile phones: 42 cents/min.)

Contact:
Email

[e-mail]

Internet

www.typhoon.eu

Information and updates:

http://www.typhoon.eu

Manufacturer

PC live Distribution Basse and Prüße GbR
Raiffeisenstraße 2D
38159 Vechelde (Germany)

www.typhoon.eu

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