Denver DVBC-123CI User manual

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HD Digital Cable Receiver
DVBC-123CI
User’s Manual
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General Safety
This STB has been manufactured to meet international safety standards.
Please read the following safety precautions carefully before you operate
the STB.
MAIN SUPPLY Use only 100-240V AC 50/60Hz.
CABLE Use standard certified cables to prevent any malfunction
of the STB.
LOCATION Locate the STB indoor. Locate STB away from potential
hazards such as houseplants, lightning and direct
sunlight.
CLEANING 1. Always disconnect the STB power cord from the wall
socket before cleaning it.
2. Use soft damp cloth (no solvents) to dust the STB.
OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or adapters.
These can cause fire or electrical shock.
VENTILATION 1. NEVER block ventilation slots of STB.
2. NEVER place the STB on soft furnishings or carpets.
3. Ensure that a free airflow is maintained around the
STB. 4. Do not use or store the STB where it is exposed to
direct sunlight or near a heater.
5. NEVER stack other electronic equipment on top of the
STB.
LIQUIDS Keep liquids away from the STB.
SMALL OBJECTS Coins or other small objects must be kept away from the
STB.
They can fall through ventilation slots of the STB and
cause serious damage.
ATTACHMENTS Do not use any attachments that are not recommended.
These may cause hazards or damage the equipment.
CONNECTION Before connecting or disconnecting the cable from the
antenna to the STB, disconnect the STB from the mains
supply. Failure to do so can damage the TUNER.

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EARTHING The cable must be earthed to the system earth for the
aerials.
The earthing system must comply with SABS061.
LIGHTNING 1. The STB must remain connected at all times to the main
power supply.
2. However, manufacture’s instructions for safeguarding
other equipment connected to STB, TV set, etc., must be
followed during lightning storms.
3. Ensure lightning protection devices for the terrestrial
antenna, mains and Tuner are installed.
REPAIRING 1. Do not attempt to repair this product by yourself.
2. Refer all repairing to qualified service representatives.
Packing Accessory List
Please check that whether all of following items are included in the
package
◆DVBC-123CI
◆Remote Control Unit
◆Two AAA Size Batteries(for remote control)
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◆User’s manual

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Contents
Front Panel ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1
Rear Panel --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2
Remote Control Unit ------------------------------------------------------------------ 3
STB Connection --------------------------------------------------------------------------5
Installation-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 6
Basic Operation --------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Menu Guide ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 10
(1).Program Manage Settings ------------------------------------------------------------
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(2). Picture Setting-----------------------------------------------------------------------------
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(3). Channel Search
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(4).Time
setting----------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
(5). Option--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
(6).System
Setting-------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
(7). Disc-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Disc----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19
(1) Music Player-----------------------------------------------------------------------------19
(2) Photo Player-----------------------------------------------------------------------------19
(3) Movie Player-----------------------------------------------------------------------------20
(4) PVR Player-----------------------------------------------------------------------------20
Technical
Specification--------------------------------------------------------21

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Front Panel
1. MENU
To display the main menu on the screen.
2. CH + / CH-
To change channels up / down.
To move up or down highlight bar cursor for selecting options on the menu.
3. VOL + / VOL-
To increase or decrease the volume levels.
4.
Power on / off switch.
5. LED INDICATOR
Indicate STB working status.
6. EXIT
To return to the previous menu or screen.
8. OK
To confirm the menu you chose or enter the item you selected.
8. CI slot
Common Interface for cam module and smart card for a TV operator.

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Rear Panel
1.RF IN
Connect with the cable.
2.LOOP OUT
It is for connection of another STB to your STB.
3.COAXIAL
SPDIF output port (Coaxial type).
4. TV SCART
Connect this port to that of TV via SCART cable.
5.USB
For software upgrade and media play function.
6.HDMI
Connect this port to TV via HDMI cable.

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Remote Control Unit
POWER
Turns your STB on/off(standby).
FAV
Shows favorite channels list.
MUTE
Turns on/off the sound temporarily.
NUMERIC BUTTONS
Selects a channel or inputs numerical value into an input box of a menu item.

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TV/RADIO
Switchs between TV program and RADIO only receiving mode.
RECALL
Plays previous service.
MENU
Displays the main menu on the screen.
EPG
Displays the EPG. (Electronic Program Guide).
INFO
Displays additional channel information.
EXIT
Exits the current Menu or returns to the previous Menu.
↑/↓
Changes channels up / down.
Moves up or down highlight bar cursor for selecting options on the menus.
←/→
Navigates through the Menus. Increases or decreases volume.
OK.
Confirms an entry or selection. Displays the list of channels.
VOL_UP/VOL_DOWN
Increase or Decrease volume levels.
PAGE_UP/PAGE_DOWN
Turns page forward or backward.
Red button
In picture viewing mode, press to zoom in picture.
In Teletext mode, it is the teletext colour button.
Green button
In DTV mode, press to toggle through different Resolution options.
In Music playback mode, press to toggle through different repeat settings.
In Teletext mode, it is the teletext colour button.

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Yellow button
In DTV mode, press to change to different Aspect Ratios.
In Teletext mode, it is the teletext colour button.
Blue button
In Teletext mode, it is the teletext colour button.
APPL
Displays the Multimedia menu.
GOTO
Sets the play time during media play.
PLAY
Plays a media file.
REC
Begins to record the program.
STOP
Stops media play.
FF
Fast forword, to move forward during media play.
REW
Rewind, to review a portion during media play.
AUDIO
Selects an Audio Language.
SUB
Selects the subtitle / teletext Language list for the current Channel.
TXT
Displays Teletext Information.
PVR LIST
Go to PVR menu directly.

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STB Connection
How to connect your STB to various systems
There are several ways of connecting the STB to your TV, VCR and/or Hi-Fi
SYSTEM. Consult your local supplier for assistance in setting-up your system
best suited to your requirements.
1. Connect STB to a TV set
You can connect your STB to a TV set with HDMI cable(HDMI jack) or
SCART cable(TV jack),if your TV set is so equipped.
2. Connect STB to a HI-Fi System
Connect a coaxial cable from the Coaxial jacks on your STB to your Hi-Fi
System.
3. Loop Through
If you have another analogue or digital STB and you wish to use the
same LNB, then you can connect it via the loop through. Connect one
end of coaxial cable to the LOOP OUT on the STB and connect the other
end to the RF IN on your second STB.
Installation
After all connections have been made properly, switch on TV and make sure
the unit is connected to the Main Power. Press Power button to switch on. If
you are using the unit for the first time or have restored the unit to Factory
Default, Installation Guide Menu the will appear on your TV screen.

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Basic Operation
Information
Press the INFO button to show the information of the channel which you are
watching now.
Press the INFO button twice continuously to show more information of the
channel which you are watching now.
Change Channels
To change channel, you have the following options:
Press the numeric buttons 0~9 on the Remote Control Unit.
Press ↑/↓buttons.
To select the previous channel, press RECALL button.
Volume Control /Mute
To adjust the volume level, press VOL Up/Down button or ←/→button.
To temporarily cut off the sound, press Mute button.
To cancel mute, press Mute button again or VOL Up/Down button.

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Audio
While live playing or recorded playing, press the AUDIO button to show the
Audio Language menu. Then press the ↑/↓buttons to select which language
audio you want to play if have any. Press the ←/→button to switch audio trace
of current audio language.
Subtitle
While live playing or recorded playing, press the SUB button to show the
Subtitle Language menu. Then press the ↑/↓buttons to select which language
subtitle you want to play if have any. If you want to stop subtitle playing, select
the [Off] option.

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Teletext
While live playing or recorded playing, press the TXT button to play the current
Teletext if have any.
Record
While live playing, press the REC button will start to record the current
program. While recording, pressing the INFO button will show the record
information. To hide the record information, press the Exit button.
To stop recording, press the STOP button.
Note: Before recording, make sure the USB devices insert into your STB
correctly.
Record/View Timer
You can configure a record/view timer following those steps below:
(a) While live playing, press the EPG button to enter the Program Guide menu.
Then press the UP/DOWN button to select a movie in the program schedule
list and press the OK button. Timer Configuration menu will show.
(b) In the Timer Configuration menu, configure timing record parameters. If you
want to record the movie during the time you set, set the [Mode] to [Record].
After all the parameters are already set, press the OK button to confirm it, then
the STB will memorize the new timer.
(c) All the timers will list in the Timer List menu. You can Add/Edit/Delete a
timer in the Timer List menu

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Menu Guide
(1). Program Manage Settings
To access the Menu, press the MENU button and select [Program], using the
RIGHT/LEFT button to navigate through the menu. The Menu provides options to adjust
the Program Manage Settings. Select an option and press OK or RIGHT to adjust that
setting. Press the EXIT button to exit the Menu.
(a) Program Edit
To edit your program preferences (lock, skip, favorite, move or delete), you will need to
enter the Program Edit Menu. This Menu requires a password to access. Enter the default
password ‘000000’. The master unlock password is ‘888888’

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Set Favourite Channels
You can create a shortlist of favourite programs that you can easily access.
Set Favourite TV or Radio program:
1. Select your desired channel then press the FAV button.
A heart-shaped symbol will appear and the channel is marked as a favourite.
2. Repeat the previous step to select more Favourite channels
3. To confirm and exit the Menu, press the EXIT button.
Disable Favourite TV or Radio Channel :
Select the Favorite channel and press FAV button on the remote control to cancel.
View Favourite Channel
1. While in normal viewing mode, press FAV button and the Favourite Menu will appear.
2. Press UP/DOWN to browse through your Favourite Channels.
3. Press OK to select your favourite channel.
Delete a TV or Radio Program
1. Select the Program and then press the BLUE button.
A warning message will appear. Press OK to delete the channel.
2. Repeat the previous step to select more channels to delete.
Skip TV or Radio Channel
1. Select the channel you would like to skip and press the GREEN button.
A skip symbol is displayed. The channel is marked as a skip.
2. Repeat the previous step to skip more channels.
3. To save your settings and exit the menu, press EXIT button.
Disable the Skip Channel function
Select the Skip channel and press the GREEN button on the remote control to cancel.
Move a TV or Radio Program
1. Select the preferred channel then press the RED button.A move symbol will appear.
2. Press UP/DOWN to move the channel.
3. Press OK to confirm.
4. Repeat the above steps to move more channels.
Lock Program
You can lock selected programs for restricted viewing.
Lock a TV or Radio channel:
1. Select the preferred channel then press the YELLOW button. A lock-shape symbol is
displayed. The channel is now marked as locked.
2. Repeat the previous step to select more channels.
3. To confirm your settings and exit the menu, press the EXIT button.

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4. Press the YELLOW button to disable the locked channels function
5. To view the locked channels, you will be required to enter either the default password
'000000' or your last set password. The master unlock password is '888888'.
(b) EPG (Electronic program guide)
The EPG is an on-screen TV guide that shows scheduled programs seven days in
advance for every tuned channel. Press the EPG button on the Remote Control to access
the guide.
You can use the UP/DOWN key to select the preferred program. If there is more than one
page of information, use the BLUE button for page up and the YELLOW button for page
down.
(c) Sort
Sort your channels from the following options:
[By LCN] - Sort the channels in ascending order.
[By Service Name] - Sort the channels in alphabetical order.
[By Service ID] - Sort the channels according to the station.
[By ONID] - Sort the channels according to ONID.
(d) LCN (Logical channel number)
Set LCN on or off.
(2). Picture Setting
To access the Menu, press MENU then select [Picture], using the RIGHT/LEFT button.
The Menu provides options to adjust the video settings. Press UP/DOWN to select an
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(a) Aspect Ratio
You can change the aspect ratio of the output picture in here.
(b) Resolution
You can change this setting if the picture resolution does not appear to be correct. This
setting is to match the most common setting for HDMI.
[576i]: for PAL TV system .
[576P]: for PAL TV system .
[720P]: for NTSC or PAL TV system .
[1080I]: for NTSC or PAL TV system .
(c) TV Format
If the picture does not appear to be correct you can change this setting. This should match
the most common setting for TVs in your country.
[NTSC]: for NTSC system TV.
[PAL]: for PAL system TV.
(d)Video Output
You can change the SCART output format as RGB/CVBS in here.
(3). Channel Search
To access the menu, press MENU select [Search Channel] using the RIGHT/LEFT
buttons.
This menu provides options to adjust the Search Channel settings.
Press UP/DOWN to select an option and press RIGHT/LEFT to adjust the setting.
Press EXIT button to exit the Menu.

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(a)Network Search
Select [Network Search] then press OK or RIGHT. The channel search screen will appear.
1. Press the RIGHT/LEFT button to select the provider in [Provider] option.
2. If [Provider] is [Other], need to set the parameters of the homing channel.
Input the frequency into [Frequency (MHz)] box using the numeric buttons.
Input the symbol rate into [Symbol] box using the numeric buttons
Press the RIGHT/LEFT key to select the QAM mode in [QAM] option.
3. Press the RIGHT/LEFT key to select the search mode in [Search mode] option. If
[Search mode] is [FTA], it only searches and stores the free channels. If [Search mode] is
[All], it searches and stores all the channels, including the encrypted channels.
4. Input the network number into [Network ID] box using the numeric buttons.
5. Press OK to start searching channels.
(b)Full Band Scan
1. Select [Full Band Scan] then press OK or RIGHT. The channel search screen will
appear.
2. Input the symbol rate into [Symbol] box using the numeric buttons.
3. Press the RIGHT/LEFT key to select the QAM mode in [QAM] option.
4. Press the RIGHT/LEFT key to select the search mode in [Search mode] option. If
[Search mode] is [FTA], it only searches and stores the free channels. If [Search mode] is
[All], it searches and stores all the channels, including the encrypted channels.
5. Press OK to start searching channels.

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(c)Manual Search
1. Select [Manual Search] then press OK or RIGHT. The channel search screen will
appear.
2. Input the frequency into [Frequency (MHz)] box using the numeric buttons.
3. Input the symbol rate into [Symbol] box using the numeric buttons
4. Press the RIGHT/LEFT key to select the QAM mode in [QAM] option.
5. Press the RIGHT/LEFT key to select the search mode in [Search mode] option. If
[Search mode] is [FTA], it only searches and stores the free channels. If [Search mode] is
[All], it searches and stores all the channels, including the encrypted channels.
6. Press OK to start searching channels.
If a channel is found, it is saved and added to the channels list. If channels can not be
found during searching, the unit will exit automatically.
(4).Time setting
To access the Menu, press MENU select [Time] using the RIGHT/LEFT buttons. The
Menu provides options to adjust the time settings. Press UP/DOWN to select an option
and press RIGHT/LEFT to adjust the settings. Press EXIT to exit the menu.

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(a) Time offset
Set the time offset mode.
[Auto] The STB get the time offset from the transport stream.
[Manual] The time offset depends on the [Time Zone] option.
(b) Time Zone
Select the Time Zone Offset when [Time Offset] is set to Manual.
(b) Sleep
Set how long the STB doesn’t have any menu operation, the STB will go to standby
automatically.
Auto-standby will be disabling if [Sleep] sets to [Off].
(5). Option
To access the Menu, press MENU select [Option] using the RIGHT/LEFT buttons. The
menu provides options to adjust the OSD Language, Subtitle Language, Audio Language
and Digital Audio.
Select an option and press RIGHT/LEFT button to adjust the setting.
Press EXIT to exit the menu.
(a) OSD (On Screen Display) Language
Select an OSD language.
(b) Subtitle Language
Select the preferred subtitle language, or select OFF to disable the subtitle by default.
(c) Audio Language
Select the preferred audio language for watching TV channels.