AraabTV THD504L User manual

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THD504L
USER’S GUIDE
How to use your AraabTV THD504L

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and follow these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and
the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
The THD504L set-top box requires careful handling to avoid potential damage to its internal parts. Be sure to
follow these requirements during transportation and installation. The plug is the main disconnect device. It shall
remain readily accessible and operable. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

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During Transportation to the Subscriber Home
Transport the THD504L in its shipping box or an equally padded container. Do not expose it to rain or moisture.
During Installation
Do not place THD504L in an enclosed area where the cooling vents are blocked or impede the flow of air
through the ventilation openings.

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CAUTION!
Do not place anything on top of your THD504L set-top box, especially other home
entertainment components. Be sure to provide adequate ventilation to prevent overheating.
Install THD504L on a hard flat surface not prone to vibration or impact and not on top of another electronic
device
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
Installation of THD504L near consumer electronics devices, such as stereo receiver/amplifiers and
televisions, is permitted as long as the air surrounding THD504L does not exceed 40º C (104º F).
Do not install THD504L in an area where condensation occurs.
To prevent the temporary loss of guide data and cause a temporarily non-responding THD504L, do not plug
the AC power cord into a switched power outlet.

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FCC COMPLIANCE
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and set-top box.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the set-top box is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Araab TV for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
The antennasused for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all
persons and must be co-located for operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT BY RECYCLING
When you see this symbol on aAraab TV product, do not dispose of the product with residential or commercial
waste.
Recycling your Araab TV Equipment
Please do not dispose of this product with your residential or commercial waste. Some countries or
regions, such as the European Union, have set up systems to collect and recycle electrical and
electronic waste items. Contact your local authorities for information about practices established
for your region.

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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................................................9
Front Panel..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Rear Panel.....................................................................................................................................................12
2. OPERATION................................................................................................................................................ 113
Turning Power On and Off........................................................................................................................... 113
Changing Channels ..................................................................................................................................... 113
Adjusting the Volume................................................................................................................................... 113
Interactive Programming Guide.....................................................................................................................14
Video Output Format Option..........................................................................................................................14
3. CONNECTING YOUR THD504LSET TOP BOX TO YOUR HOME............................................................. 15
4. HOW TO MANUALLYCONFIGURE THE THD504LSET-TOP BOX .............................................................19
5. TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................................................................................344

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1. INTRODUCTION
We congratulate you on receiving thisTHD504L Series High-Definition All-Digital set-top box, one of the most
compact and advanced interactive digital IPTV set-top boxes available today.Araab TV has combined the
extraordinary features of IPTV —the interactive programming guides, almost endless programming options,
Video on Demand (VOD), the incredible sound and picture quality of High-Definition TV (HDTV), and so much
more. This set-top box comes with an ―Entertainment Package‖ that enables a direct digital connection to
consumer audio and video devices through HDMI™ interfaces. The HDMI interface and provides 7.1 channels
and beyond enhanced-quality audio and video. It comes with a CVBS-connector just in case your TV set doesn’t
support High-Definition TV. It’s also equipped with a built-in WiFimodule, so that you can seamlessly connect it to
your home network and/or Internet without the need of a network cable (although it is included in the package).
This User’s Guide introduces you to the basic features, outlines important safeguards, and provides several
options for integrating this component into your currenthome entertainment system. Please take a few minutes to
read through this User’s Guide to help you maximize the most of your home entertainment experience: the
configuration diagrams, on-screen menu description and a troubleshooting section. To determine which features
of digital IPTV service are provided in your service area, please check with your IPTV operator. They will be happy
to provide instructions for some of these optional services.

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Features
Video format support: MPEG-1 MPEG-2 MP@HL, MPEG-4.2ASP, MPEG 4.10AVC (H.264 & H.263), MP &
HP TO LEVEL 4.1, VC-1 AP@L3, WMV9, SD & HD, DIVX,AVI, AVS, XVID.
Audio format support: MPEG-1 LAYER 1,2. MP3, WMA, WMA PRO, AAC LC,AA LC+SBR L2, AAC+L2,
AAC+L4, AAC 5.1.
Support many display modes: PAL, NTSC, 720p, 1080i, Full HD 1080p.*
Support aspect ratios: 4:3 and 16:9 letterbox, zoom, and full screen mode.
HDMI 1.4, Composite, DigitalAudio (S/PDIF),Audio L/R, Ethernet, USB.
1080p 24/30 video decode & output support
Support 802.11n 150 Mb/s WiFi
*Some televisions may not support all video formats listed above

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Front Panel
* Availability of certain features is dependent upon application support.
1
Power and Activity LED
2
IR Receiver

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Rear Panel
* Availability of certain features is dependent upon application support.
1
HDMI 1.4
2
LAN/Ethernet/RJ-45
3
AV Output
4
Power
5
Reset Button
6
USB 2.0

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2. OPERATION
Turning Power On and Off
Plug in the supplied poweradapter to the electrical outlet and to the back of THD504Lset-top box or usea remote
control to turn it on or off (standby). When using the remote control, pressing the POWER button once will put
THD504L set-top box on a standby mode while pressing and holding the same button for approximately 3
seconds will turn it off.
Changing Channels
You can change channels in three ways:
Press CHANNEL + or –on the remote control to step through the channel selection.
Enter the number of the channel you wish to view using the number keys on the remote control.
Select the channel in the Interactive Program Guide.
Adjusting the Volume
Press VOLUME + or –on the remote control to adjust the volume. When you adjust the volume, the volume scale
is displayed on the screen. Press MUTE on the remote control to toggle the sound on and off. For best audio
quality when using the analog L/R (var.) volume controlled audio outputs, use the remote control to set the
THD504L set-top to approximately three quarters of the maximum volume level and then adjust the audio levels
on external devices such as your TV orA/V receiver. When using the analog L/R (fixed) audio outputs or any of
the digital audio outputs (HDMI, optical or coaxial digital audio) adjust the audio levels on your external device

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such as yourTV or A/V receiver. You may also be able to program your remote to control the volume of your TV or
A/V receiver directly (refer to the remote control instruction manual).
Interactive Programming Guide
The Interactive Programming Guide displays information about TV programs and enables you to access features
such as Parental Control or Pay-Per-View. Interactive program guides may vary with each service provider.
Video Output Format Option
THD504L set-top box allows you to quickly change the video output format used by the Composite Video, and
HDMI outputs. The THD504L set-top box is capable of providing the following video formats on the HDMI video
outputs:
High Definition 1080i (1920 x 1080 pixels)
High Definition 720p (1280 x 720 pixels)
Enhanced Definition 480p (720 x 480 pixels)
Standard Definition 480i (720 x 480 pixels)
The THD504L set-top box is also capable of passing through High-Definition 1080p 24/30 (1920 x 1080
pixels) source content over the HDMI video output.
THD504L allows you to select a video output format that is compatible with a connected display device. This
option provides an easy method for selecting an output format that is compatible with your television.

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3. CONNECTING YOUR THD504L SET TOP BOX TO YOUR HOME
Instructions and diagrams are included for the following connections:
High-Definition Television (HDTV)
Standard-Definition TV (SDTV)
WiFi Router
Before you move or change components on your entertainment system, review the following:
Disconnect power from your equipment before connecting or changing connections. For information on
connecting to an HDTV, see the Video Connection Options page.

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HDMI provides video and audio, so no separate audio connections are required if you plan to use your TV’s speakers
as the primary audio source.
Composite video —SDTV
If a HDMI input is not available on your TV, use the composite video (video) connection. Note:
Composite video does not provide audio. A separate audio connection must be made.
HDMI
If your TV has an HDMI input, this is for both audio and video if you are using the TV speakers. Connect the
provided HDMI cable to the TV and to the HDMI connector on your THD504L set-top box.

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Connecting THD504L with HDMI connector
Please see the setup diagram below: Please follow the instructions below:
1. Make sure you’re connected to the Internet without
any problem (either with a router or a modem).
2. Plug in the power adapter of the THD504L set-top box
to the nearby power outlet.
3a. Connect the network cable from the set-top box to
the router.
3b. Alternatively you can also connect the set-top box
wirelessly to your wireless router. This option is only
available if your THD504L set-top box has a wireless
module in it and you have a working wireless router. You
can setup the wireless connection later in the Settings
page.
4. Connect the HDMI cable with the small connector
head to the set-top box while the big connect or head to
your TV.

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Connecting THD504L with Composite video connector
Please see the setup diagram below: Please follow the instructions below:
1. Make sure you’re connected to the Internet without
any problem (either with a router or a modem).
2. Plug in the power adapter of the THD504L set-top box
to the nearby power outlet.
3a. Connect the network cable from the set-top box to
the router.
3b. Alternatively you can also connect the set-top box
wirelessly to your wireless router. This option is only
available if your THD504L set-top box has a wireless
module in it and you have a working wireless router. You
can setup the wireless connection later in the Settings
page.
4. Connect the HDMI cable with the small connector
head to the set-top box while the big connect or head to
your TV.

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4. HOW TO MANUALLYCONFIGURE THE THD504LSET-TOP BOX
On the Main Menu page, use the remote control buttons
to navigate and select Settings tab.
Press Enter on the remote control to enter the Settings
page.

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On the Settings page, use the remote control buttons
to navigate up and down selection. Select General tab
and press right arrow button to enter the page. At any
point of the operation if you wish to go back to the leftside
menu selection, you can either press the left arrow button
or the Back button on the remote control.
On the Language tab, press right arrow button to
go to the system language page.