Akura AVX665 User manual

AVX665
High Definition Digital Set Top Box
Customer Help Line : 0845 293 7698
Website : www.ekey.co.uk

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Contents
Safety Information .................................................. 2
Safety Instructions.................................................. 3
Digital Switchover................................................... 3
Accessories ............................................................ 4
User Controls.......................................................... 4
Remote Control ...................................................... 5
Connections............................................................ 7
Power On - Off........................................................ 8
First Time Installation.............................................. 9
Changing Channels................................................ 9
Adjusting the Volume.............................................. 9
Mute.................................................................... 9
On-Screen Information ......................................... 10
Menu System........................................................ 10
Viewing the Main Menu .................................... 10
Information Banner ........................................... 10
Managing Stations: Channel List.......................... 10
Selecting a Specific Channel............................ 10
Operating the Channel List................................11
Moving a Channel..............................................11
Deleting Channels ............................................11
Renaming Channels .........................................11
Adding Locks to Channels ................................11
Setting Favourites .............................................11
Viewing Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)....... 12
Event Options ................................................... 12
Select Channel & Exit ................................... 12
Configuring Settings: Setup Menu....................................12
Configuration .................................................... 12
Active channels............................................. 13
Scan Encrypted ............................................ 13
Output Settings ............................................. 13
TV Type ..................................................13
TV Out ....................................................13
AC3 Audio ..............................................13
SPDIF Delay...........................................13
Digital Audio ...........................................13
HDMI Resolution ....................................13
HDMI HDCP ...........................................13
Receiver Upgrade......................................... 13
Parental Settings .......................................... 14
Menu Lock..............................................14
Guidance ................................................14
Set Pin....................................................14
Low Power .................................................... 14
Audio Description.......................................... 14
Low Power..............................................14
Audio Description ...................................14
Available Langs. .....................................14
Preferred Language (Optional)...............14
Relative Volume (Optional).....................14
Auto Sleep .................................................... 14
Configuring Language Preferences.................. 14
Preferred....................................................... 15
Current (*) ..................................................... 15
IP Settings ........................................................ 15
Installation......................................................... 15
Automatic Channel Scan .............................. 15
Manual Channel Scan .................................. 15
First Time Installation.................................... 16
OSD Warning Messages........................................ 16
No Signal .......................................................... 16
No Channels Have Been Added Yet................. 16
Displaying Text ..................................................... 16
Trouble Shooting Guide........................................ 17
General Characteristics........................................ 18
Hardware Configuration........................................ 18
Digital Capabilities ............................................... 18
Remote Control .................................................... 18
Tuners .................................................................. 18
Front Panel........................................................... 18
Audio .................................................................... 19
Digital Audio.......................................................... 19
A / V & Data In / Out ............................................. 19
TV Scart .............................................................. 19

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the products enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to the persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intend to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Correct disposal of this Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
The crossed out “Wheelie bin” is intended to show that this appliance must not be placed
with ordinary household waste at the end of its useful life. To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please keep separate from
other household waste and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of
material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where you purchased the product, or
their local government office for details of where and how you can take this item for
environmentally safe re-cycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the
purchase contract. This product must not be mixed with other commercial wastes for
disposal
This appliance complies with European Safety and Electrical directives
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Safety Information

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Safety Instructions
CAUTION. PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS
USER MANUAL AND MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE USE.
This set has been designed and manufactured to assure your personal safety. Improper use can
result in Electric shock or Fire hazard. The safeguards in this appliance will protect you if you
observe the correct procedures for installation, servicing and operation. There are NO user
parts inside. DO NOT REMOVE THE CASE OR OTHER COVERS OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO
DANGEROUS VOLTAGES AND WILL INVALIDATE YOUR WARRANTY. REFER ALL SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Unpacking and Handling. Open the carton carefully and remove the polyfoam packing. Carefully lift
the STB and place onto a firm stable surface. Lift off the Poly bag and retain all packaging for future use.
Keep all packaging away from small children and animals.
Connections. When connecting the STB to external sources and the mains supply, do not place wires
that can be tripped over. Do not trap or place heavy objects on the mains lead or adaptor.
Ventilation and Heat Sources. Do not place material over the ventilation slots, this will cause the STB
to overheat and fail. Do not place the STB in direct sunlight or near heat sources such as radiators or
fires.
Moisture. Do not place the STB in wet or damp conditions, such as steamy kitchens, basements or
other damp places. Do not allow water or other fluids to enter the STB. Do not touch the Mains plug or
adaptor with wet hands. Should moisture enter the STB, disconnect from the supply and call the
customer help line.
Cleaning. Disconnect the STB from the mains supply. Use a soft dry cloth, for stubborn stains use a
soft moist cloth with a dilute mild detergent.. Do NOT use petrol based fluids or abrasive materials.
DIGITAL SWITCH OVER AND YOUR STB.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO TO ENJOY WATCHING TV DURING AND FOLLOWING DIGITAL SWITCH
OVER.
Starting in 2008 and ending in 2012, television services will go completely digital, TV region by TV region.
To continue using this STB during and following the digital switchover, you will need to “reset” your digital
TV channels.
Users of this STB must reset on at least 2 different occasions, normally 1 month apart when your
switchover happens. Digital UK, the body leading the digital switchover, and broadcasters, will advise you
when to reset your digital channels on each occasion.
If you do not reset your digital channels, you risk loosing some or all of your TV services during and
following switchover.
Please refer to this instruction manual to retune the Digital TV services.
Do NOT use “ADD” channels, you MUST “AUTO TUNE” and allow a complete retune.(See page 15)
For more information please contact the “Customer Help Line” (Page 16) or visit www.digitaluk.co.uk
Lightning.
During a thunderstorm or when leaving the appliance for long periods such as holidays, disconnect the
aerial input (if external aerial) and remove the mains plug, This is to prevent power surges damaging the
apparatus
Dis-connection Device. The mains plug is the Disconnection device and MUST be accessible at all
times
Candles and Open flames. Do not place lighted candles (“T” Lights) on the top or at the sides of the
STB, or any other naked flame near the STB cabinet.
Ventilation slots. Do not allow objects to be dropped inside the ventilation slot, this could cause a short
circuit and a possible fire. Do not allow chains to be dangled into the STB.
Digital Switchover

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Accessories
Please check the contents of the TV before
you continue. If any item is missing please
contact your point of purchase.
User Manual
Remote Control
1. Power. Turns STB On from standby. Also returns STB to standby
2. CH - Reduces channel selection by 1 with each press. In menu mode will shift the selection
3. CH + Increases channel selection by 1 with each press. In menu mode will shift the selection upwards
4. LED. Displays STB status. In standby illuminates Red, in operation illuminates Blue.
5. LED Display. Displays Channel number selected.
6. I R Lens. Remote control receiver lens. Do not obstruct or cover.
HDMI Lead
User Controls

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Remote Control
1. INFRA RED WINDOW.
Transmits optical signal to receiver
box
3. COLOURED BUTTONS. Access
to Interactive services.
5. MENU. Press to display “On
screen Menu
7. NAVIGATION BUTTONS. Allows
navigation of menus.
9. SUBT. Switches the subtitle
mode On and Off.
11. LANG/(AD). Selects Audio
Languages “if transmitted”, Selects
Subtitle language “if transmitted”.
13. MUTE. Press once to Mute
sound, Press again to restore sound
15. GUIDE. Selects the EPG
“Electronic Programme Guide”.
17. V+/V-.Adjusts volume level.
2. POWER. Press to bring box out of
standby. Press again to return box to
standby
4. REC. Selects display screen size.
Selects 16 : 9 or 4 : 3
6. 0 –9 Alpha-Numeric buttons .
Direct entry of channel numbers. Enters
text letters in Programme edit mode
8. “I”. Displays programme information
10. EXIT. Press to exit any menu
mode.
12. OK. Press to confirm any menu
selection.
14. FAV. Press to display FAV
“Favourite” channels selected.
16. TEXT. Press to display Teletex.
Also press to return to TV mode from
Teletext or “Red Button” operations
18. CH+ CH- Increases or decreases
channel selection.
Note :- All buttons not listed have NO operation with this product.
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3
7
9
5
11
13
15
17
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4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18

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Battery Fitting and Disposal
1. Open the battery cover
2. Fit two “AAA” batteries. Ensure the battery polarities are correct i.e + to + and – to -.
3. Replace the battery cover
To prevent injury, do NOT break open or throw exhausted batteries in a fire.
Do not mix batteries, old and new, Carbon or Alkaline.
Do not use re chargeable batteries.
Remove batteries if not using the remote control for long periods to prevent leakage.
If the batteries do leak, clean the compartment with soapy water and scrape any residue
from the contacts. To NOT touch or ingest battery residue.
Should you swallow chemicals leaked from a battery, please URGENTLY consult a medical
adviser.
4. In the event that the remote control does not function, please check that the + VE end of
the battery terminals are in contact with the connection spring. Some batteries have a
smaller + VE terminal and may not reach the spring. You can stretch the spring slightly to
ensure connection
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Do Not place used batteries in domestic waste, consult your battery retailer or your
local waste disposal company for advice.”.

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Connections
IMPORTANT. When making connections ensure the STB is disconnected from the DC supply input,
and that the appliance being connected is also disconnected from the mains supply.
Typical connections
HDMI. (Supplied)
Connect HDMI
output to TV.
Re connect mains
supply to both TV
and source.
If using HDMI the
SCART connection
is not necessary.
SCART.
Connect SCART
plug to the TV.
(not supplied).
IF using HDMI this
connection is not
necessary.
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ANTENNA INPUT. RF input from TV aerial or cable source.( 1 m/V @ 75 ) typical.
RF LOOP THROUGH. RF Loop through to other apparatus (TV)
ETHERNET. Input from Internet. (Firmware upgrades only) Not for general use
HDMI OUTPUT. Connects to HD Display (TV)
SCART. Audio /Video output. (General quality).
OPTICAL AUDIO. Output to Audio amplifier. SPDIF encoded Digital Audio.
DC INPUT. 12V DC supply. Only use Mains Adaptor provided.
Antenna
or cable
Mains Adaptor.
Do not connect mains
supply until the adaptor
is connected to the
STB.

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Digital Audio
(Optical
Connection).
(not supplied)
Connect to a
suitable Audio
Amplifier
Ethernet
Connection.
This connection is
used ONLY for
Service Technician
Upgrade use.
DO NOT
CONNECT TO
ANY ETHERNET
CONNECTION
TV Loop
Through.
Connect to
Aerial input of
TV, Female to
Male lead.
(not supplied)
After plugging the Mains Adaptor and connecting to the Mains supply, a Red light will be seen on the front
panel (Standby Mode).
Wait a few moments (60 seconds) while the box is initialised.
Press the Standby” button on the Remote control or the STB. The Red light will change to Blue and the LED
Display will be shown on the STB. (Power On mode).
Power On - Off
Power Saving
Due to new EC Power Saving Regulations this STB will switch to Power Saving Mode (Standby) if NO button
on either the Remote Control or the Manual buttons are used after 3 hours.
If you have set a Recorder to record using a Timer on the recorder and the STB as the signal source, please
be advised that the STB will switch to standby after 3 hours of “inactivity” and the recording may not occur.
To turn this feature “OFF” enter the “SETUP” menu and Select “Configuration”. Select “AUTO SLEEP” and
with the ►button set to “OFF”. The STB will not now go to Standby after 3 Hours.

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First Time Installation
IMPORTANT: Ensure that the aerial is connected
before switching on the set top box for the first
installation.
• When the set-top-box is operated for the first
time, installation wizard will guide you through the
process. First, TV Type selection on-screen menu
will be displayed:
• Select the TV Type by using “ ”/“ ” buttons and press
OK button to continue.
• Afterwards, HDMI resoulution selection menu OSD
will be displayed:
• If your display is connected via HDMI connector,
you can use BLUE button to define HDMI resolution
automatically.
• You can select the desired resolution by pressing “
”/“ ” button.
• Press GREEN button to apply changes and use OK
button to continue.
• If you do not set a resolution, the following message
will be displayed:
• Select Yes or No by using “ ”/“ ” button and press OK
to continue and the following message will be displayed
on the screen:
• To start installation process, select Yes by using
“”/“ ” buttons and then press the OK button.
• The box will start to search available stations. The
progress bar will move along the line. You should
allow the set-top-box to complete the search to store
all available stations.
Note: You can press MENU button to cancel.
Changing Channels
• You can change channels with the following
methods.
• You can press the numeric buttons (0–9) to directly
enter the channel number. You can press numeric
buttons consecutively to enter two or more digits.
• Press the PR +/ PR - buttons to move up or down to
the next available channel.
Note: You can press OK button to display the channel
list.
Adjusting the Volume
Mute
• You can press to mute the sound of your set-
top-box. The sound will be muted once this button
is pressed.
• To cancel mute, you can press button again or
use the V +/- buttons.