AB-COM IPBOX 400S User manual

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0. GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing the PVR (Personal Video Recorder). This PVR is the world 1st Twin
Tuner PVR based on LINUX O/S. This product is fully compliant with the DVB standards and
transmits digital broadcasting service directly to your TV through the various satellites and record
those programs and enjoying trick play.
You can notice that every operation of the PVR is based on a dynamic and user-friendly user
interface and menus. The PVR is easy to use and adaptable for future upgrade. The software is to
be upgraded continuously to improve the functionality. Also new utilities for easy control of system
setup and user manual are to be upgraded together.
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read the following recommended safety cautions carefully for your safety
■Main Supply: 90-240V AC 50/60Hz 50W
■Allow clear space around the PVR for sufficient ventilation.
■Never place the PVR on soft furnishing or carpet.
■Do not stack other electronic equipment on top of the PVR.
■Use a soft/dry cloth and a mild solution to clean the exterior of the PVR.
■Never allow liquids. The inside of the PVR shall not be exposed to dripping, spray or other
objects filled with liquids.
■Do not use any attachments that are not recommended.
■Do not allow the unit to be exposed hot, cold or humid conditions.
■Service should be carried out only at a qualified service agent.
■Do not connect or modify cables when the PVR is plugged in.
■ Do not remove the cover.
2.HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual provides complete instructions for installing and using the PVR. The following symbols
will serve as follows.

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Symbol Explanation
1. MENU (Capital & Bold) Represents Main Menu category.
1.1. Menu(Bold) Represents a sub-category of the main menu
1.1.1. Menu Indicates a selectable option in a sub-category.
Please do not open or change any part or option of this menu without full understanding or skillful
installer's guidance.
Press the MENU key on the RCU (Remote Control Unit) to make the main menu appeared.
In some menus, you are asked to put the PIN (Personal Identification Number) code as a password.
Factory default password is '0000'. Press PIN code by numeric buttons on the RCU.
2.1 How to move the cursor
Use the Navigation Button.
UP and Down Direction button: Navigate the cursor Upwards and Downwards.
Left and Right Direction button: Navigate the cursor left and right
2.2 How to select an option
OSD(On Screen Display)- menus are supported to navigate the functions or options with these
buttons. Use these buttons to reach the targeted option or function. To select desired
option or function, press OK button.
2.3 How to use the virtual keyboard
In some menus, you are asked to put the alphabetical characters by
the virtual keyboard. Move the cursor by using these buttons . Select each alphabet character you
want type by pressing OK button. Once it is complete, move the cursor on the Enter key on the
virtual keyboard, press it to save it.

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CONTENTS
0. GENERAL INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................ 1
1. SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................................................................................ 1
2.HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ........................................................................................................................ 1
2.1 How to move the cursor............................................................................................................................. 2
2.2 How to select an option.............................................................................................................................. 2
2.3 How to use the virtual keyboard................................................................................................................ 2
3. BEFORE YOU BEGIN.................................................................................................................................... 7
3.1 Advanced Features..................................................................................................................................... 7
4. THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX..................................................................................................................... 8
5. REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (UNIVERSAL TYPE) .......................................................................................... 8
5.1. Programming the remote control for your TV set................................................................................. 10
5.1.1 Using automatic code search............................................................................................................... 10
5.1.2. Using direct entry method ....................................................................................................................11
5.1.3. Locking the volume control. .................................................................................................................11
5.1.4. Unlocking the volume control. ..............................................................................................................11
6. FRONT PANEL..............................................................................................................................................11
7. REAR............................................................................................................................................................ 12
8. INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................................ 13
8.1 Connection to TV, VCR and Hi-Fi............................................................................................................. 14
8.1.1 Connection to TV with SCART cable ................................................................................................... 14
8.1.2 Connection to VCR with RCA and SCART cable ................................................................................. 14
8.1.3 Additional audio connection with Hi-Fi system ..................................................................................... 14
8.2 Dish Connection ....................................................................................................................................... 15
8.2.1 Installing the PVR with two separated antennas. ................................................................................. 15
8.2.2 Installing the PVR with one antenna. ................................................................................................... 15
8.2.3 Installing the PVR with twin LNB Antenna............................................................................................ 16
8.2.4 Installing the PVR with two separated antennas with twin LNB. .......................................................... 16

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9. BEFORE SETTING ...................................................................................................................................... 17
9.1 Menu Information...................................................................................................................................... 17
9.2 Basic Key Control..................................................................................................................................... 17
10. GET STARTED FOR THE FIRST TIME ..................................................................................................... 17
10.1 Switch your TV and PVR On. ................................................................................................................. 18
10.2. Adjusting the local time......................................................................................................................... 18
10.3. LNB setting............................................................................................................................................. 19
10.3.1. Set each LNB parameter................................................................................................................... 19
10.4. Scanning the satellites.......................................................................................................................... 20
10.4.1. Automatic .......................................................................................................................................... 20
10.4.2. Manual. ............................................................................................................................................. 21
11. HOT BUTTONS .......................................................................................................................................... 21
11.1 TV or Radio Channel List........................................................................................................................ 21
11.1.1 Mode.................................................................................................................................................. 22
11.1.2 Channel.............................................................................................................................................. 22
11.1.3. Sort ................................................................................................................................................... 23
11.1.4. Sort Move.......................................................................................................................................... 23
11.2. Edit in the Channel List ......................................................................................................................... 23
11.2.1. To Favorite........................................................................................................................................ 24
11.2.2. Hide................................................................................................................................................... 25
11.2.3. Lock .................................................................................................................................................. 25
11.2.4. Rename ............................................................................................................................................ 26
11.2.5. Delete................................................................................................................................................ 26
11.3. Favorite Channel Lists........................................................................................................................... 27
11.3.1. Make Fav. List................................................................................................................................... 27
11.3.2. Delete................................................................................................................................................ 27
11.3.3. Rename............................................................................................................................................. 28
11.3.4. Add Channels .................................................................................................................................... 28
11.3.5. Reorder FAV. .................................................................................................................................... 28
11.4. Electronic Program Guide..................................................................................................................... 29
11.4.1. Mode ................................................................................................................................................. 30
11.4.2. Channel............................................................................................................................................. 30
11.4.3. Search............................................................................................................................................... 30
11.4.4. Zoom................................................................................................................................................. 31
11.4.5. Recording reservation....................................................................................................................... 32
11.5. File list management.............................................................................................................................. 33
11.6. Channel Information .............................................................................................................................. 34
11.7 RCL........................................................................................................................................................... 35
11.8 Subtitle..................................................................................................................................................... 35

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11.9 Audio Setting........................................................................................................................................... 36
12. PVR OPERATION ...................................................................................................................................... 36
12.1. Recording............................................................................................................................................... 37
12.2. Recorded file open................................................................................................................................. 38
12.3. Record plan............................................................................................................................................ 39
12.4. Play back ................................................................................................................................................ 39
12.5. Trick play on live channels. .................................................................................................................. 39
12.6 Book mark ............................................................................................................................................... 40
12.7. Play ......................................................................................................................................................... 40
12.8. Repeat..................................................................................................................................................... 40
12.9. Stop......................................................................................................................................................... 41
12.10. Pause .................................................................................................................................................... 41
12.11. Fast forward or random position jump & playback........................................................................... 41
12.12. Fast reverse or random position jump & playback........................................................................... 41
12.13. OSD teletext.......................................................................................................................................... 41
12.14. Slow motion and Frame by Frame...................................................................................................... 42
13. USER’S OPTION........................................................................................................................................ 42
13.1 User’s setting.......................................................................................................................................... 42
13.1.1. Banner Time Out............................................................................................................................... 43
13.1.2. Subtitle .............................................................................................................................................. 43
13.1.3. Switch Smart EPG/CAM Update....................................................................................................... 43
13.2. Lock Control........................................................................................................................................... 43
13.2.1. Maturity Control................................................................................................................................. 43
13.2.2. System Lock ..................................................................................................................................... 44
13.2.3. Channel Lock .................................................................................................................................... 44
13.2.4. Hide Channels .................................................................................................................................. 44
13.3. Language................................................................................................................................................ 44
13.3.1. Menu Language ................................................................................................................................ 44
13.3.2. Audio Language................................................................................................................................ 44
13.3.3. Subtitle Language ............................................................................................................................. 44
13.4. Local Time.............................................................................................................................................. 45
13.5. USB Mode............................................................................................................................................... 45
13.5.1. PC editor ........................................................................................................................................... 45

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13.5.2. File transfer ....................................................................................................................................... 45
13.6. HDD Management .................................................................................................................................. 46
14. SYSTEM SETUP........................................................................................................................................ 47
14.1 TV Output................................................................................................................................................. 47
14.1.1. CH type ............................................................................................................................................. 47
14.1.2. Channel............................................................................................................................................. 47
14.1.3. Aspect Ratio...................................................................................................................................... 48
14.2. LNB Setting ............................................................................................................................................ 48
14.2.1. Connection........................................................................................................................................ 49
14.2.2. Switch Type ...................................................................................................................................... 49
14.2.3. Number of LNBs ............................................................................................................................... 49
14.2.4. LNB set up ........................................................................................................................................ 49
14.2.5. The Signal Indicator .......................................................................................................................... 50
14.3. Channel search...................................................................................................................................... 50
14.3.1. Automatic .......................................................................................................................................... 50
14.3.2. Manual .............................................................................................................................................. 51
14.3.3. Advanced Search.............................................................................................................................. 51
14.4. DiSEqC 1.2 positioner............................................................................................................................ 52
14.5 USALS setting......................................................................................................................................... 52
14.6. IP setup................................................................................................................................................... 53
14.6.1. Manual .............................................................................................................................................. 53
14.6.2. AUTO (DHCP)................................................................................................................................... 53
14.6.3. AUTO (PPPoE) ................................................................................................................................. 54
14.7. Restore Factory Setting......................................................................................................................... 55
15. CI MODULE................................................................................................................................................ 55
16. ABOUT ....................................................................................................................................................... 55
16.1. System Info............................................................................................................................................. 55
17. SOFT WARE UPGRADE............................................................................................................................ 56
17.1. Driver installation................................................................................................................................... 56
17.2. S/W Updating.......................................................................................................................................... 57
18. GLOSSARY OF TERMS............................................................................................................................. 58
20. PRODUCT SPECIFITION........................................................................................................................... 60
21. TV BRAND CODE LIST.............................................................................................................................. 61

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3. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
3.1 Advanced Features
■Application and Expansion.
LINUX O/S enables ultimate applications and expansions to fulfill the customer’s need.
■Max. Two Channels Recording and One Prerecorded File Playback.
Simultaneous Double Descrambling with Viaccess CAM.
■Watching 1 Viaccess channel while recording another Viaccess channel with only 1 Viaccess
CAM. Playback on prerecorded programs without Viaccess CAM.
■Simultaneous two descrambling on 2 CI CAMs
Watching 1 scrambled channel while recording another scrambled channel by using 2 CAMs
Playback on prerecorded programs without CAMs
■Playback without CAM
Playback on prerecorded scrambled program without CAM
■Almost Unlimited Channel Memory up to 10,000 channels
■Variable HDD Size is Applicable for production up to 250GB or above
■Enhanced Search Channel Option
Search by all satellite
Search by satellite/ network
Search by all TP scanning
■Unlimited Trick Play
Unlimited trick play on any of Real Time Live Programs/ Recording Program/ Prerecorded
Program.
■Smart EPG
Automatically updates Program Info. EPG shows all Satellites’ Program Guide
Search programs by Genre on the EPG
■Enhanced Recording Plan by timer setting/ EPG
■Enhanced Playback to skip commercials/ edit prerecorded files by PC
■USB 1.1 Supported for PC connection/ enhanced program utility/Prerecorded files uploads to PC
■Ethernet Port Supported
☞NOTICE
Normally, a CI CAM works for descrambling on one channel at a time.
To descramble two different channels simultaneously, it requires two modules at same time.
(Proper CAM and smart card required for the channels that you wish to watch, check the channel
encryption)
Exceptionally, Viaccess CAM works for dual descrambling simultaneously with only one VIACESS
CAM.

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4. THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX
Please make sure that the following items are included in the Package.
■PVR main unit
■Remote Control Unit
■2 Batteries (size AAA)
■Operation Manual
5. REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (UNIVERSAL TYPE)
Switches the PVR Power On / Off
For Mute
To make the RCU to respond to TV set
To make the RCU to respond to STB
To toggle between TV and Radio mode
To recall previous channel when you watch a live program or Switch into LIVE program or
RECORDING channel or a prerecorded FILE
To record a selected program.
TV mode: it allows you to switch input modes.
To move Page up / down in the OSD (On Screen Display)
TV mode: channel up /down
To increase and decrease the volume
To go to Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
To manage prerecorded programs (Files). You can see prerecorded TV/Radio program list
and reserved recording plans.
To manage the Favorite channel list.
To go to Main menu and move back to previous page.

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Navigation-Buttons enable to make channel Up & Down on the live channels and move the
cursor Up & Down in the OSD-menu. Also to make volume increased & decreased on the
channels watching mode and move the cursor left & right in the OSD-Menu.
To exit from the OSD-menu or to go back to previous menu.
To make Bookmarks on the File progressing time bar (find on the channel Information
banner)
To display program information Bar
To select options /To bring up the Channel List.
To stop a File playback or a recording program
To play recorded files / Catch up for real time live point
To pause the screen
For Fast reverse or random play
For Fast forward or Random play or sort move
For Slow motion forward or Frame-by-Frame Play
For Section Repeat between the position by Bookmark in File playback and for teletext in
program watching mode
To select alternative audio options
To display subtitle

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5.1. Programming the remote control for your TV set.
This Universal type remote control works for both TV and PVR.
There are two ways to program the remote control; Automatic Code Search and Direct Entry.
5.1.1 Using automatic code search
1. Turn on the component (TV) you want to control.
2. Press and hold the TV button until the LED (TV button) turns on red, then release the
key.
3. Point the remote at the component (TV), press and release the UP (▲) button, and then
wait three seconds or until the LED stops flashing.
At this point the remote control is searching for the correct code to program. If, after three
seconds, the component (TV) you want to control does not turn off, press and release UP
(▲) button again to make the remote to search the next set of codes.
4. If the component you want to control does turn off; Press and release OK button, then

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the LED blinks three times.
5.1.2. Using direct entry method
1. Turn on the component (TV) you want to control.
2. Locate the Code List (refer to code list on the page 59). Find your TV brand that you want
to control.
3. Press and hold the TV button until the LED on the remote control turns on red, then release
the key.
4. Enter 3-digit code from the code list, then the LED blinks three times.
5. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your TV brand
until the component responds to the remote control command.
5.1.3. Locking the volume control.
Locking the volume controls to a single device makes it easier to control volume, without
having an unexpected volume change. If you lock the remote's volume controls to the TV
set, you will be always able to change the volume to the level you want, without having
adjusting it twice on multiple devices.
If you want to lock the volume for the TV system;
1. Press and hold the STB component key until the LED on the remote control turns on.
2. Enter 3-digit code, 9 9 9 .
3. Press and release the STB component key, then the LED blinks three times.
5.1.4. Unlocking the volume control.
If you want to unlock the volume for the STB component;
1. Press and hold the STB button until the LED on the remote control turns on.
2. Enter 3-digit code, 9 9 9 .
3. Press and release the STB component key, then the LED blinks three times.
☞NOTICE
Find the TV brand code list on the page 60.
6. FRONT PANEL

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■Two slots for the smart cards
■Two slots for CAM
■VFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display) with door type front panel
■Displays channel number, error messages, current time and status and remote control commands
■Power On/ Stand by
■Push the button to eject CAM
■Manu Button
■EPG Button
■FILE Button
■OK
■Volume Up
■Volume Down
■Channel Up
■Channel Down
7. REAR
①
②
③
④
⑤ ⑥ ⑦
⑧
⑨
⑩ ⑪ ⑫
⑬
⑭

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①TV Aerial
RF IN
②TV antenna
RF OUT
③VCR Scart
④TV Scart
⑤Tuner 1(LNB IN)
⑥Tuner 2(LNB IN)
⑦Video
RCA Video output
⑧Audio L/R
RCA Audio outputs
⑨Digital Audio
⑩Serial
RS232C
⑪USB
To read and load the A/V data
⑫Ethernet
⑬IF OUT
⑭IF OUT
8. INSTALLATION
Most effective and common setting methods are suggested below. Please follow the instructions
carefully.

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8.1 Connection to TV, VCR and Hi-Fi
8.1.1 Connection to TV with SCART cable
Connect the TV to the PVR with a SCART cable. One end of SCART cable goes into the
TV SCART socket and the other end goes into to the SCART socket on the PVR.
8.1.2 Connection to VCR with RCA and SCART cable
A. Connect the VCR with a SCART CABLE
After connecting the PVR to TV with a SCART cable, connect VCR to the PVR same way
that the TV and the PVR connected with SCART cable.
B. Connect the TV to the VCR with RCA cable
Connect one end of RCA (RED: Audio right, White: Audio left, and Yellow: Video)
to PVR and the other end of RCA to the TV.
8.1.3 Additional audio connection with Hi-Fi system
Connect one end of RCA stereo cable to the 'AUDIO L/ R' outputs on the PVR and the other
end of RCA cable to the Audio L/R inputs on the Hi-Fi system.

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8.2 Dish Connection
Most effective and common setting methods are suggested below. Please choose one of these
ways to connect the dish-antennas and follow the instructions. Please carefully review the
instructions before you install.
8.2.1 Installing the PVR with two separated antennas.
In the LNB Setting menu, the connection type should be set to “separated.”
Two Satellite antennas are installed separately with a single universal LNB each.
While recording a channel from one Satellite, you can only watch or record channels from
the other Satellite.
Caution) To descramble two channels simultaneously, 2 CI Modules are required.
8.2.2 Installing the PVR with one antenna.
In the LNB Setting menu, the connection type should be set to” Loop Through”
Satellite Antenna has to be connected to the first LNB IN (the first one from the left: see
the picture below). The second LNB IN and IF OUT (the first one from the left) should be
connected with a coaxial cable. If the connection is done opposite way, the PVR will not be

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able to scan the channels.
A Satellite antenna is installed with one single LNB. When the tuner is reserved for a
recording, only the channels from same Polarity group can be watched.
Caution) To descramble two channels simultaneously, 2 CI Modules are required
8.2.3 Installing the PVR with twin LNB Antenna
In the LNB Setting menu, the connection type should be set to “separated”
A Satellite Antenna is installed with twin/dual universal LNB.
While one tuner is reserved for a recording, all other channels can be watched or
recordable.
Caution) To descramble two channels simultaneously, 2 CI Modules are required
8.2.4 Installing the PVR with two separated antennas with twin LNB.
In the LNB Setting menu, the connection type should be set to “separated”
Each twin or dual universal LNB is connected to two different Satellite Antennas
separately.
While one channel is recorded, all channels from two Satellites can be watched or

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recorded.
Caution) To descramble two channels simultaneously, 2 CI Modules are required.
9. BEFORE SETTING
9.1 Menu Information
Selectable lines are generally activated (highlighted). No-activated lines are not selectable.
Most of OSD- menus show short information at the bottom of the screen.
9.2 Basic Key Control
With the UP/DOWN direction button you can move the cursor upwards and downwards in the OSD
(On Screen Display)- menu. In most of menus, you can search channels with these buttons.
When you have reached the desired option or function, press the OK button to confirm your choice.
In case of changing TV channel you can only press UP/DOWN direction button.
In most of menus, you can select menu items with LEFT/RIGHT direction button.
When you want to return to the previous menu with saving the change, press the MENU Button.
When you want to exit from the current menu, press the EXIT button.
10. GET STARTED FOR THE FIRST TIME
If it is the first time using the PVR, you should set parameters for system configuration and scan the
satellites. Follow setup procedure for scanning the satellite. When you have finished the procedure,
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The HDD Preparing time is depends on HDD data size.
If the power goes off unexpectedly, it may requires certain amounts of time to read HDD depends
on the existing prerecorded program size on HDD.
10.1 Switch your TV and PVR On.
The Local Time setting menu will appear automatically.
10.2. Adjusting the local time.
Press LEFT/RIGHT buttons to find your area on Time Zone and select Daylight-saving (summer
time) ON or OFF. Also, you can adjust local time manually by directly inputting digits from RCU for
your local Date and Time. To save the settings you made, press MENU/ EXIT button on RCU.