Bush DFTA12HD User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Digital Set Top Box
DFTA12HD
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Introduction
Thank you for buying this Bush product, which is designed to give you many years of
trouble-free service.
You may already be familiar with using a similar unit, but please take time to read these
instructions. They are designed to familiarize you with the unit’s many features and to
ensure you get the very best from your purchase.
Safety is important
Your safety and the safety of others is important.
Please therefore, ensure you read the “Safety Instructions” before you operate this unit.
Warranty
In the unlikely event that your product fails to work normally, please call the below
Bush warranty number for support.
Australia
Bush Warranty: 1800 509 394
New Zealand
Bush Warranty: 0800 450 259

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Table Of Contents
Introduction…………………………………………………………….……..1
Safety instructions………………………………………………………….. 3
About the Set-Top-Box………………………………………………………4
Front panel and rear panel illustration………………………………..…5
Front Panel……………………………………………………………………5
Rear Panel……………………………………………………………..……5
Remote control……………………………………………………………….6
Installing the batteries…………………………………………………………7
Connecting to equipments………………………………………….………..8
First time installation…………………………………………….………..12
Basic operations…………………………………………………….……..13
Main menu…………..………………………………………………….……..16
Menu Tree………..……..……………………………………………….……17
Installation…………………………………………………………………..18
Auto Scan…..….……………………………………………………....18
Manual Scan………………………………………………………..……….18
Program edit…………..……………………………………………..……....19
System setup………………………………………………………….…….21
A/V Output Settings…………………………………………………..……..21
Local Time Setting………...………………………………………..………..21
System Information………..…………………………………………..……..21
Factory Default…………….………………………………………..……..21
User preferences……………………………………………………….....22
OSD Language…………………..……………………………………..……22
OSD Transparency……….………..……………………………………..…..22
CH Info Bar Time Out………………..…………………………………………22
Volume Bar Time Out…………………..………………………………………22
Parental Control……………………………………………………………23
Trouble shooting……………………………………………………..……24
Technical specifications…………………………………………………..25
Warranty………………………………………………………………………26

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Safety Instructions
xAlways read the safety instructions carefully
xKeep this User's Manual for future reference
xKeep this equipment away from humidity
xLay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
xDo not stand it on soft furnishings.
xIf any of the following situation arises, get the equipment checked by a service
technician:
- The equipment has been exposed to moisture.
- The equipment has been dropped and damaged.
- The equipment has obvious sign of breakage.
- The equipment has not been working well or you cannot get it work according to User's
Manual.
Warning
xTo prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the cover or the back of the receiver.
xDo not block the ventilation holes of the device. Leave appropriate gap above and
around it to allow for adequate ventilation.
xDo not place the device in an unventilated cabinet or on top of a unit which emits heat.
Copyright Statement
No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form by any means without the prior
written permission. Other trademarks or brand names mentioned herein are trademarks or
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Disclaimer
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer does
not make any representations or warranties (implied or otherwise) regarding the accuracy
and completeness of this document and shall in no event be liable for any loss of profit or
any commercial damage, including but not limited to special, incidental, consequential, or
other damage.
This symbol indicates that this product incorporates double insulation between
hazardous mains voltage and user accessible parts. When servicing use only
identical replacement parts.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to any
liquids or extreme heat.

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About the Set-Top-Box
This DVB-T TV Receiver is a Free-To-Air digital terrestrial receiver, allowing you to access
free-to-air digital terrestrial TV channels and radio broadcasts on your TV set. Its digital
reception covers VHF & UHF band. Compared with the analog TV programs, digital TV
programs eliminate the noise and interference but offer high quality video and audio. An
on-screen initial installation guide is provided so that you can easily start to enjoy watching
the programs. In addition, a fully featured remote control is included that offers you access
to every feature with a simple press of a button.
Main Features
- Fully compliant with Australian DVB-T standards
- Full MPEG2 ISO/IEC 13818 transport stream compliant audio/video decoding
- Bandwidth of 7MHz supported
- COFDM demodulator
- Automatic/manual channel search
- Channel edit, moving and deletion
- Parental lock control
- EPG (Electronic Program Guide) and teletext function (where available)
- RS-232 serial port for software upgrade
- Tuner RF in/loop through
- Dolby R Digital 5.1 Channel Surround Sound
- Component/S-Video/Digital Audio via coaxial & optical output
- HDMI output
- Full function remote control
Package Contents
Before installation, please check the items of the package. The package should contain
the following items:
1.DVB-TTVreceiver x1pcs
2.Remotecontrol x1pcs
3. AAA size battery for the remote control x 2 pcs
4.Instructionmanual x1pcs
5.YPbPrcable x1pcs
6. CVBS cable x 1 pcs

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Front panel and rear panel illustration
Front Panel
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POWER To turn the Stand-by mode ON/OFF.
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MENU To enter the main menu. Press the button again to return to previous menu.
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OK
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To confirm the choice with the highlighted menu item.
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EXIT To exit the menu.
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CHANNEL- To change the channel downward.
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CHANNEL+ To change the channel upward.
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VOL DOWN To decrease volume.
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VOL UP To increase volume.
Rear Panel
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ANT IN To connect the antenna here.
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LOOP OUT To connect a RF signal from the STB to either the RF Input jack (antenna)
on your VCR or to the antenna input of your TV.
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HDMI video output used to connect to your HDMI device.
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PDIF/COAXIAL
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Digital audio output.
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S-VIDEO
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Y/C output for a S-VHS or Hi-Fi Video Recorder.
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AUDIOL/R
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Audio output to connect to your TV.
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YPbPr High definition video output to connect to your TV.
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VIDEO CVBS output to connect to your TV.
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VGA Video output to connect a VGA display monitor.
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RS-232
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Serial port for software upgrade.
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POWER Switch ON/OFF.

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Remote control
Remote key functions:
1. POWER To turn the Stand-by mode ON/OFF.
2. Numeric buttons (0-9) To select a channel by direct number input.
3. SUBT To switch the close caption ON/OFF.
4. EXIT To cancel operation or exit the menu
directly.
5. To Page Down (5-)/Page Up (5+).
6. MENU To enter into the main menu, Press
again to exit to previous menu.
7.
ൖ൘
To control the level of the volume.
8. AUDIO To display the Audio info of the
selected program.
9. COLOUR KEY To assist in the operation of
the box.
10. OUTPUT To switch the output mode of HD
between YPbPr and VGA.
11. EDIT To edit the properties of the current
program.
12. HELP The function of this button is not
available on this model.
13. RECALL
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To return to view the previous
program.
14. MUTE To mute or recover the sound of the
receiver.
15. TTX To switch the teletext service ON/OFF.
16. FAV To access and exit the favourite
programs list.
17. EPG To provide the user with TV
programming information.
18. INFO To display the current program
information.
19.

To change the program upward / downward.
20. OK
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To confirm the selected menu item / to open the program list.
21. TV/RADIO To switch the program between TV and Radio.
22. FORMAT To switch the different resolution (1080i, 720P, 576P supported).
23. ASPECT To toggle among 16:9 full screen, 16:9 letter box, 4:3 full screen, 4:3 letter
box, 4:3 panscan.
24. PAUSE To pause the current program when pressed and continue playing program at
its current point when pressed again.
25. SIGNAL To show the quality / level of signal.

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Installing the batteries
Remove the battery cover from the remote control and put two AAA size batteries inside
the compartment.
The diagram inside the battery compartment shows the correct way to install the batteries.
Caution:
1. Keep batteries out of children’s reach.
2. Don’t attempt to recharge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or throw the batteries into the
fire.
3. Always replace both batteries at the same time. Never mix new and old batteries or
batteries of a different type.
4. If you don’t intend to use the remote controller for an extended period, remove the
batteries to prevent possible leakage and corrosion.
5. Do not drop, apply shock or step on the remote control.
6. Do not spill water on the remote control.
Notes:
If the receiver does not operate when operating the remote control from a close range,
you need to replace the batteries.
Using the Remote Control
1. To use the remote control, point it towards the front of the digital set top box.
2. The remote control has a range of up to 7 metres from the set top box at an angle of up
to 60 degrees.
3. The remote control will not operate if its path is blocked.
Note:
Sunlight or very bright light will decrease the sensitivity of the remote control.

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Connecting to equipments
How to get good reception
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ˍG In general you are not required to change the existing antenna. However if your antenna
is not in good condition you should consider replacing them to ensure uninterrupted digital
television viewing.
ˍViewers in areas of poor analog reception may need specialists’ advice about antenna
requirements for digital reception in their area.
ˍIt’s recommended that viewers use quad shielded cable from the antenna to the
television.
Connections to a TV
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There are several ways of connecting your STB receiver to the TV and Hi-Fi System. For
high definition viewing your TV must support either 576p, 720p, 1080i resolution. Also the
connection between the STB receiver and TV must be YPbPr component, VGA, or HDMI.
Other connection will provide standard definition viewing.
Warning
Please switch OFF the mains power before plugging or unplugging connection cables,
otherwise, it may damage this receiver!
Connect the STB receiver via Video/S-Video and Audio
(for standard definition viewing)

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Connecting to equipment
Connect the STB receiver via YPbPr output and Audio output
(for high definition viewing)
Connect the STB receiver via VGA output and Audio output
(for high definition viewing)
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Connecting to equipments
Connect the receiver via HDMI output (for high definition viewing)
Audio connections via Optical/Coaxial/Mixed Audio L/R Output

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Connecting to equipments
Connect the receiver to DVD recorder or VCR.
Note 1: Allows the recorder to record different channels.
Note 2: Enables the recorder to record the digital channel you are watching.

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First time installation
Note:
Be sure to turn on the main power at the rear of your receiver before using the receiver.
After all the connections have been made properly, switch on your TV. Make sure the
receiver is connected to the mains and press Power to switch the receiver on. If you are
using the receiver for the first time or restored to factory default, a First Time Installation
menu will be displayed to guide you through the initial setup to set the time zone, the
daylight saving, the TV screen type and scan channels.
Use the remote controller to finish the setup.
When finished the scanning, all active channels found will be stored automatically. The
last found channel will be viewed. (In case you want to stop the scanning, press the EXIT
key to exit. The channels already found will be stored).
Now you are ready to watch digital terrestrial TV channels and radio broadcasts.
In case you skip the First Time Installation screen, you can press MENU key to bring up
the main menu (please refer to page 14 for operation guidance)

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Basic operations
Switch program
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1. Press the NUMERIC keys (0~9) on the remote controlto select the channel number you want.
2. Press the  key on the remote control or the front panel to change the available channels
upward/downward.
3. Press the RECALL key to view the previous channel selected.
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Volume control
1. Press the ൖ൘ key on the remote control or front panel to adjust the volume. The
following volume bar will appear on screen. G
Mute
1. Press the MUTE key to temporarily stop the sound.
2. To cancel mute, press the MUTE key again or pressൖ൘key.
Freezing picture
1. Press Pause key to pause current program and the pause icon will appear on
screen.
2. To cancel pause and continue to play, press again the PAUSE key and the pause icon
will disappear.
Change an audio language and audio mode
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Press the AUDIO key on the remote control to select the audio control menu, press the
ൖ൘, and OK keys to select an audio language you want. Press EXIT key to exit the
menu.
NOTE:
the Languages depend on the program providers.
Change screen aspect
Press Aspect key to switch screen aspect mode (16:9 full screen, 16:9 letter box, 4:3 full
screen, 4:3 letter box, 4:3 panscan).
Change video resolution
Press Format key to set the video resolution mode (1080i, 720P, 576P).
NOTE:
this receiver is default set to 1080i.

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Basic operations
Change video output mode
Press OUTPUT key to select the matched video monitor between YPbPr and VGA.
Change TV/Radio mode
Press TV/Radio key to change the program list mode between TV and Radio.
View program info
1. Press INFO key to view the detailed information of current program.
2. Press INFO/ EXIT to exit view.
Subtitle
Press SUBT key to switch subtitle on/off.
NOTE:
the subtitle depends on the program providers.
Teletext service
1.Press TTX key to open a teletext page (if the teletext is transmitted)
2. Press EXIT key again or press EXIT key to close the teletext.
View signal info
1. Press SIGNAL key to view the signal level and quality of the current program.
2. Press EXIT or SIGNAL key to exit.
Quick edit of current program
1. Press EDIT key to show the edit mode.
2. Press ൖ൘ to select the desired option.
3. Press OK key to confirm.
4. Press OK key again to cancel.
5. Press EXIT or EDIT key to exit the menu.
There are 6 options available for your quick edit.
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Toskipcurrentprogram
Tolock/unlockcurrentprogram
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Favoritelist3
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Basic operations
EPG (Electric Program Guide)
1. Press EPG key to view the EPG information that are provided by the content providers.
2. Press

key to view the event information such as event name, event time.
.
3. Press OK key to view the detailed information of the current event.
4. Press RED key to view the event information of the next day, press BLUE key view the
event information of the previous day.
5. Press EPG key again or press EXIT key to exit the menu.

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Main menu
This section guides you to walk through of all options on the Menu screen
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Navigation in the main menu
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1. Press MENU key to bring up the main menu or return previous.G
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3. Press OKGkey to enter into the sub menu you select.G
4. Press EXITGkey to exit the main menu.
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The main menu is divided into 4 sections, please refer to the menu tree in the next
page.
Installation
Program Edit
System Setup
User Preferences
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Main menu
Menu Tree
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Edit FAV
Browse
Lock
Skip
Delete
Rename
Move
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A/V setting
Local time setting
System information
Factory default
GGGGGGGGGGGGGUser PreferenceG
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OSD Transparency
CH info bar time out
Volume bar time out
Parental control

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Installation
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Auto Scan
1. Go to Main menu > Installation.
2. Press BLUE key to auto scan all the channels.
3. Press EXIT key if you want to stop during the auto
scan.
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Manual Scan
1. Go to Main menu > Installation
2. Press  to select the channels you want to scan.
Press ඔඖ key to page up/down .
3. Press OK key to select the channel, press again to
cancel your selection. If the channel is selected, an icon
“Ĝ” will appear.
4. Repeat step 2, 3 to select other channels.
5. Press RED key to start scanning the selected
channels.
6. Press EXIT key if you want to stop during the scan.
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Program edit
NOTE:
If there is no program stored, you can not access the edit menu.
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Edit Favourite
1. Go to Main menu > Program edit > TV or Radio list.
2. Press YELLOW key to show the favorite list and then
press  key to select the desired favorite list, press OK
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3. Press  key to select the program you desired.
4. Press OK key to add the program to the favorite list you
selected, a FAV icon will appear.
5. Press OK key again to cancel this operation, the FAV icon
will disappear.
6. Press EXIT key to exit all menu or press MENU to return to
the previous menu
Lock Program
1. Go to Main menu > Program edit > TV or Radio list.
2. Press RED key to show a list of Edit modes. Press 
key to select the lock item.
3. Press OK key to enable the lock function.
4. Press

key to select a program you desired, and
press OK key to lock this program. a lock icon will
appear.
5. Press OK key again to cancel the operation. The lock icon
will disappear.
6. Press EXIT key to exit all menu or press MENU to return to
the previous menu.
Skip Program
1. Go to Main menu > Program edit > TV or Radio list.
2. Press RED key to show a list of Edit modes. Press 
key to select the Skip item.
3. Press OK key to enable the Skip function.
4. Press  key to select a program you desired, and
press OK key to Skip this program. a skip icon will
appear.
5. Press OK key again to cancel the operation. The skip icon will disappear.
6. Press EXIT key to exit all menu or press MENU to return to the previous menu.