AB IPBox 900hd User manual

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0. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the world of new High Definition Digital Receiver that will make your life richer and closer to
your dream. Before using your new receiver, we recommend you to read this manual carefully for your own
safety and correct operational manual. This product is fully compliant with the DVB standards and transmits
digital broadcasting service directly to your TV
The STB is easy to use and adaptable for future upgrade. The software is to be upgraded continuously to
improve the function.
1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read the following recommended safety caution carefully for your safety
“DANGER OF THE HIGH VOLTAGE AND RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK!”
Power Supply: 110-220V AC 50/60Hz
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
Allow clear space around the STB for sufficient ventilation.
Never place the STB on soft furnishing or carpet.
Do not stack other electronic equipment on top of the STB.
Use a soft/dry cloth and a mild solution to clean the exterior of the STB.
The inside of the STB 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 STB is plugged in.
Do not remove the cover.
Warning:
AB-COM s.r.o. company does not hold any responsibility for any harms caused by using unofficial or illegal
software.
AB-COM s.r.o. company warns that watching of european Pay TV channels on European Union territory
without paying all corresponding abonentfees is illegal.
If anybody uses any of products of AB-COM s.r.o. company in order to watch Pay TV channels without correct
paying he does it on his own responsibility and and will carry all potential legal effects.
2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
This manual provides complete instructions for installing and using the STB. The following symbols will be
served 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.
Press the MENU key on the RCU (Remote Control Unit) to enter intothe main menu.
In some menus, you are asked to put the PIN (Personal Identification Number) code as a password.
Factory default password is '0000'.
2.1 How to move the cursor
Use the Navigation Buttons
UP and Down Direction button:Navigate the cursorUpwards 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 support to navigate the functions or options with these buttons.
Use these buttons to reach the targeting option or function. To select the desired option or function, press OK
button.
2.3 How to use the virtual keyboard
In some menus, you are asked to putalphabetical characters on the virtual keyboard. Selecteach alphabet
character by pressing OK button. and then move the cursor on “Save” (Save key) on the virtual keyboard, and
press OK button to save it.

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In case of input mode “a”,the numeric buttons of RCU works alphabetically with Small letters
In case of inputmode “A”, the numeric buttons of RCU works alphabetically with Capital letters
In case of inputmode “@”, the numeric buttons of RCU works numerically
3. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
3.1 Advanced Features
DVB compliant ,DVB-S2, DVB-S, DVB-T, DVB-C supported
Smart tuner supported(Plug & Play)
MPEG-2 MP@HL Video Decoder
MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 HP@L4 Video Decoder
DIVX supported
MP3 decoder
Dolby Digital AC3 downmixdecoder
HDMI v.1.2A with HDCP supported
Multi-format Audio Decoder
High Definition and Standard Definition
DVBCommon Interface (2 slots) supported
Smart card reader , one slot (only 910HD model)
Externa e-SATA I HDD support
Internal 2,5” SATA I HDD supported (only 910HD model)
Format resolution: 1080i, 720p, 576i
USB 2.0(Host) supported
Network Interface Supported( high speed Ethernet)
VFD Matrix Display : Capability for display of various information
SCPC and MCPC receivable from C/Ku-band satellites
Channel list editing
Favorite channel list editing
True-color On-Screen Display (OSD)
Full Picture In Graphic (PIG) function
Electronic Program Guide (EPG) for on screen channel information
Subtitle & Teletext supported
Parental lock facility by channel and program event
LINUX open source(some parts under the terms of GPL, accordingly expandable)
4. THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX
Please make sure that the following items are included in the Package.
STB main unit
Remote Control Unit
2 Batteries (size AAA ALKALINE)
Operation Manual

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0. INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................2
1. SAFETY INFORMATION ..............................................................................................................2
2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL......................................................................................................2
2.1 How to move the cursor..................................................................................................................................3
2.2 How to select an option ..................................................................................................................................3
2.3 How to use the virtual keyboard....................................................................................................................3
3. BEFORE YOU BEGIN...................................................................................................................4
3.1 Advanced Features..........................................................................................................................................4
4. THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX....................................................................................................4
5. REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (UNIVERSAL TYPE)..........................................................................6
5.1. Programming the remote control for your TV set.....................................................................................7
5.1.1 Using automatic code search......................................................................................................................7
5.1.2. Using direct entry method ..........................................................................................................................7
5.1.3. Locking the volume control........................................................................................................................7
5.1.4. Unlocking the volume control.....................................................................................................................7
6. FRONT PANEL CONTROL...........................................................................................................8
7. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS....................................................................................................9
8. INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................................10
8.1 Connection with Satellite dish.....................................................................................................................10
8.2 Connection with Terrestrial Antenna or Cable network ..........................................................................11
8.3. Tuner module into the main board.............................................................................................................13
9. BEFORE SETTING.....................................................................................................................14
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 STB On.......................................................................................................................17
10.2 Selecting language and Adjusting the local time...................................................................................17
10.3 Menu tree.......................................................................................................................................................18
11. HOT BUTTONS........................................................................................................................... 23
12. SELECT YOUR TV SYSTEM (1080i, 720p, SD-PAL, SD-NTSC).............................................. 31
13. IP SETUP..................................................................................................................................... 31
14. RESTORE FACTORY SETTING................................................................................................. 33
15. MOUNT MANAGER.................................................................................................................... 33
16. PVR OPERATION ...................................................................................................................... 34
18. INFORMATION........................................................................................................................... 37
19. SOFTWARE UPGRADE............................................................................................................. 38
20. GLOSSARY OF TERMS............................................................................................................. 39
21. TROUBLE SHOOTING .............................................................................................................45
22. PRODUCT SPECIFITION..........................................................................................................48
23. TV BRAND CODE LIST............................................................................................................54

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5. REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (UNIVERSAL TYPE)
Music
Playback or return
Slow motion with
rate
Pause
Photo Album
Fast reverse or
r
a
n
dom
Fast forward or random play
Repeat
Record
Teletext
Stop
Alternate
Multifeed
Switch O
n/Off
Audio m
ute
RCU respond to TV
RCU respond to STB
Swap
PIP on/off
Su
b picture
position
Sub channel list
Recall
Volume
+,
-
Info banner
Recorded
Page up/down or
Program
Electronic Program Guide
Navigation buttons or
Vol+,- Ch+,-
To exit from the OSD
menu
Favorite
Book or check mark
Main Menu or
previous menu.
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 automaticcode 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 ofcodes.
4. If the component you want to control does turn off; Press and release OK button, then 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 tothe 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;

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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.
Find the TV brand code list on the page 48.
6. FRONT PANEL CONTROL
Two slots for CAM
One slot for Smart card reader (910HD only)
MatrixVFD (Vacuum Fluorescent Display), displays channel number, errormessages, current time and
status and remote control commands
Power button
Menu Button
EPG Button
FILE Button
OK button
Rightdirection button(Vol +)
Left direction button(Vol -)
Up direction button(CH +)
Down direction button(CH -)
Note :
Cold off (Shutdown) : Press and hold power button on front panel or RCU over 2 seconds.
Warm off (Standby) : Press power button on front panel or RCU.

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7. REAR PANEL CONNECTIONS
Serial port
E
-
SATA
CVBS and Audio L,R
LNB IN for Satellite
AC
power co
r
d
ANTENNA IN for cable or
terrestrial antenna
A
C on/off switch
Optical Digital Audio for Digital
Components
TV SCART
HDMI
USB
Ethernet
DC 5V(max. 1A) out for
external HDD