DIGIFUSION FRT100 User manual

Thinking outside the box
Fusion Digital Technology Ltd. Crown House, Hornbeam Square North, Hornbeam Park, Harrogate, HG2 8PB
T [phone] F [phone] www.fusiondigitec.com E[email protected]
© Fusion Digital Technology Ltd. 2003 Product design and specification is subject to change or modification without prior notice. All trademarks gratefully acknowledged.
FREEVIEW and the FREEVIEW logo are trade marks of DTV Services Ltd and are used under licence. Freeview Logo © DTV Services Ltd 2002.
All channels are subject to coverage and may be changed from time to time. Reception may depend on the type and condition of your existing aerial. Aerial upgrade may be
required. For further details about FREEVIEW please write to: DTV Services Limited, PO Box 7630, Mansfield NG18 4YL. Information correct at time of printing November 2003.
Access all digital TV channels
available with Freeview
FRT100
Digital Terrestrial Receiver
User Guide

Product Information
This product conforms to:
EMC directive 89/336, amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/68 EEC.
EMC directive 72/73, amended by 93/68 EEC.
This device conforms to the safety regulations DIN EN 60065 (VDE0860) and therefore the international safety regulation
IEC 60065.
You are not advised to open the receiver. The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage resulting from improper handling.
Mains Adapter Input: 100-240V, 50-60Hz
STB Input Voltage: 5Vdc, 3A max
Ambient Temperature: 5°C - 35°C
Dimensions: 194mm x 59mm
Weight: 560gm
Net Product Weight: 260gm
Gross Weight: 1290gm
Power Consumption: approx 15W
Video Output: Composite & RGB
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Contents
Introduction 1
Packing contents 2
Installation and Safety 2
Receiver Overview 4
Front panel
Rear Panel
Remote Control 5
Getting Started 6
Connections to TV/Video
Using the Receiver 9
Storing Freeview Channels
Changing TV Channels
Weekly TV Listings Guide
Favourite Channels
TV Reminders
Personal Reminders
Subtitles/Audio Language
Picture Format
Child Lock
Sleep Timer
Interactive Services
Service Updates
Technical Information
Identifying Faults 24
Product Information 25

Identifying Faults
Not every picture or sound problem is caused by a defect in your receiver.
Impairment can also be caused by leads having been accidentally pulled out or worn out batteries in the remote control.
If the following measures do not bring about satisfactory results, consult your local electrical retailer or call the Digifusion
Customer Helpline on 08702 405005.
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Fault
Receiver does not respond to
the remote control
No Picture
Distorted Picture
No Sound
No Power
No TV Listings available or TV
Listings are incomplete
Suggested Remedy
• Point the remote directly at the receiver
• Remove all obstacles which may impair the path of the remote control signal
• Check or replace the remote control batteries
• Switch off at the mains and re-start
• Check all connections at the rear of the receiver
• Check you are in a Freeview coverage area
• May require aerial upgrade
• Check RF IN (aerial) connection. Ensure cables to TV are inserted correctly.
Selected AV channel to TV set
• Check all connections at rear of receiver
• Check mains plug is inserted correctly and receiver is switched on
• Check channel 704 “4TV Interactive” appears in your channel line-up
• The receiver needs to be powered on overnight for TV listings to be downloaded
Introduction
The Digifusion FRT100 Digital Terrestrial Receiver enables you to receive and
view all TV & radio channels and interactive services available through Freeview.
These simple, easy to follow instructions will enable you to quickly set up and install the
equipment. You’ll also discover a host of exciting features included in the Multi Guide™so you can really enjoy the
benefits of digital TV*.
The availability of Freeview digital terrestrial services in your home depends on your local transmitter and the configuration
of your existing reception equipment.
You should have already checked your postcode to see if you are in a Freeview coverage area.
If not, please contact Freeview immediately:
■Call 08708 809980
■Text your postcode to 83331
■Visit www.freeview.co.uk
If you are in a Freeview coverage area but are unable to receive all available channels for your location, it is recommended
you have a site survey by a professional aerial installer to ensure aerial alignment and ‘line of site’ to the transmitter are
optimised. If you do not know of a local aerial installer, please call the Confederation of Aerial Industries (www.cai.org.uk) on
0208 902 8998 who will be able to recommend one.
*programme listings subject to availability from broadcaster location
If you have any product queries, please call the Digifusion Customer Helpline on 08702 405005
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Using the Receiver
Technical Information
You may be required by a service call operator to check the hardware and software versions in your receiver.
■Press Menu, use
4
to highlight ‘Setup’ and press to enter.
■Scroll down using ▼to ‘Select Features’ and press
At the bottom of the screen, hardware and software version numbers are displayed.
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Packing Contents
FRT100 Digital Terrestrial Receiver
2 batteries, 1.5V
Remote control
User Guide
Power supply
RF lead
Quick Set-Up Guide
Installation and Safety
Please read all the safety instructions before first use of your receiver.
■Position the power supply and other leads so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
things placed on or against them.
■Do not place objects filled with liquid such as a flower pot on top of the receiver.
■Do not expose the receiver to rain, moisture, dust, dripping or splashing of liquids. If any liquid is spilt
into your receiver it can cause serious damage. If you spill any liquid into the receiver, switch it off at the
mains and contact your retailer.
Access all digital TV channels
available with Freeview
FRT100
Digital TerrestrialReceiver
User Guide
Access all digital TV channels
available with Freeview
FRT100
Digital TerrestrialReceiver
User Guide
FRT100
Sleep
Calendar
Swap
Menu
Text
SUB
Cancel TV/ADP
P+
P-
V- V+
Guide
VOL+ FAV CH+
VOL- CH-
123
456
789
0
OK
+
-
+
-
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4
7
3
2
1
6
5
7
4
3
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Installation and Safety
■Avoid extremes of temperature, either hot or cold.
■Place your receiver well away from heat sources such as radiators or gas/electric fires.
■Make sure that no naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, are placed on top of the receiver. If
the receiver is exposed to drastic temperature changes, for example when taking it from a cold to a
warm place, let it stand at the new place for at least two hours before connecting it to the mains adapter.
■The heat built up in the set escapes through ventilation holes, so do not cover the receiver with drapes,
clothes etc. as that may block air circulation. This receiver is designed to operate in a moderate climate.
■If you wish to place the receiver on a shelf or wall unit, always ensure there is a minimum air gap of 8
cm around the top, sides and rear to assist ventilation.
■Clean the receiver using a slightly damp cloth or chamois leather. Never use abrasive cleaning agents
like liquid or aerosol cleaners.
■Remove the mains plug from the socket outlet while cleaning.
■Your receiver is designed to operate with the mains adapter supplied. Do not connect your receiver to
power sources other than that supplied.
Batteries are easily swallowed by young children. Do not allow young children to play with the remote control unit.
Thunderstorms and safety are a danger for any electrical appliance. Even when switched off, the receiver might be damaged by lightning striking the mains supply
and/or the aerial lead. During a thunderstorm it is advisable to unplug the aerial from your receiver. Even if your receiver and TV are switched off, they can still be
damaged by lightening strikes.
Never use the receiver if it is damaged in any way or attempt to open it. Damage caused by unqualified work is not covered by the manufacturer’s guarantee and
removal of fixed covers may expose dangerous voltages.
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Service Updates
You may receive service or software updates from broadcasters or the manufacturer to further enhance the
current service.
The receiver will automatically accept software updates when they are released.
You will be notified of these updates through the message notification feature in the Multi Guide™. When unread messages
are available, an envelope icon is displayed on all Guide screens to alert you.
■Press Menu, use
4
to highlight ‘Setup’ and press to enter.
■Scroll down ▼to ‘Read Messages’ and press
■Most recent messages are displayed first in the list. The check mark indicates whether you have opened the message.
■You can delete messages by following the instructions onscreen.

Receiver Overview
FRT100
Front Panel
Indicator – a red light appears when the receiver is in
standby and switches off when the receiver is on.
Rear Panel
4
Front Panel Controls:
switch in and out of standby
▼moves channel down
▲moves channel up
AUDIO
VCR
RS232
RF OUTRF IN
TV
DC IN
L
R
DC IN
Connector for plug in
power cable to mains
VCR
AV SCART socket
to connect to VCR
RF IN
Connector
for TV aerial
AUDIO R
Connector to amplifier
– right channel
RS232
Serial port
AUDIO L
Connector to amplifier –
left channel
TV
AV SCART socket to
connect to TV
RF OUT
Connector for aerial
loop-through facility
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Interactive Services
Interactive services are currently available on some channels indicated by a red button icon on the broadcast.
To enter interactive services, either press Red or text according to onscreen instructions.
If you do not wish to operate interactive services through your receiver, you can turn this functionality off.
■Press Menu, use
4
to highlight SETUP and press to enter.
■Scroll down ▼to ‘Select Features’ and press
■Scroll down ▼to ‘INTERACTIVITY’ and use
34
to adjust the setting.
■The default setting for interactive services is on.

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Sleep Timer
This feature sets a countdown timer in minutes until the receiver turns itself off. A warning message is displayed
in the last 30 seconds before the receiver shuts down to allow you to cancel. You can also cancel the timer by
resetting the value to zero.
This timer may also turn off your TV if it is connected to the receiver via SCART.
■Press Menu, use
4
to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press to enter.
■Scroll down ▼to ‘Select Features’ and press
■Scroll down ▼to ‘SLEEP TIMER’ and use
34
to adjust the settings in 5 minute periods (up to 2 hours).
To active the sleep timer press ‘Sleep’ on your remote.
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Remote Control
Switch the receiver in and out of standby
Switch TV audio on and off (mute)
VOL+ Increase audio volume
VOL- Decrease audio volume
CH+ Move channel location up
CH- Move channel location down
FAV Turn Favourite Channels mode on and off
0-9 Numeric keys for input of channel number
Text Enter/exit digital text services
Cancel Return to previous menu screen and/or TV channel
TV/AV Switch between TV and receiver output mode
SUB Display/cancel subtitles
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▲▼/ Navigate through the Multi Guide™and interactive services
Colours Perform functions in Multi Guide™, digital text and interactive services
Menu Enter Multi Guide™menu
Guide Shortcut to enter Guide to view TV programme listings
Calendar Shortcut to Calendar to set reminders and view advanced programme listings
Swap Switch between the current channel and the previous one
Sleep Set timer to automatically switch the receiver to standby
Sleep
Calendar
Swap
Menu
Text
SUB
Cancel TV/AV
Guide
VOL+ FAVCH+
VOL-CH-
123
456
789
0
OK

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Child Lock
Use the Child Lock to create viewing restrictions on all available channels for a specified time period e.g. from
9PM until 6AM. Once the Child Lock is activated, a Personal Identification Number (PIN) must be entered to
view the TV channels.
The default PIN number for the receiver is 1111. You should change the default PIN to an easily memorised 4
digit number of your choice before setting the Child Lock.
■Press Menu, use
4
to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press to enter.
■Scroll down ▼to ‘Child Lock’ and press . Enter the default PIN number (1111).
■To change the PIN number, scroll down ▼to ‘Change PIN’ and press
■Enter the new PIN then re-enter the new PIN again to confirm.
■To set the Child Lock select ‘Child Lock’ and use
34
to adjust the setting to ON.
■To set the start time, use ▼to highlight ‘Start Time’ in the Child Lock menu and use
34
to adjust the setting in
15 minute periods.
■To set the end time, use ▼to highlight ‘End Time’ and use
34
to adjust the setting.
Once the Child Lock is activated, you will be required to enter the PIN number at the start time to view TV pictures.
Getting Started
How to connect
your TV and Receiver
How to connect your TV,
Receiver and VCR
Connect your TV aerial cable to the RF IN input on the rear of the receiver.SCART and/or RF leads are connected as in the
diagrams as shown above. It is strongly recommended you use the RF lead supplied in the box.
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TV
AUDIO
VCR
RS232
RF OUT
RF IN
RF IN TV
DC
IN
L
R
RF Lead
Supplied
TV
AUDIO
VCR
RS232
RF OUT
RF IN
RF OUT
RF IN
RF IN TV
DC
IN
L
R
VCR
RF Lead
Supplied

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Picture Format
Depending on the format of your TV screen, you may wish to view programmes either in
• 4:3 full screen
• 4:3 letterbox
• 16:9 (widescreen)
■Press Menu, use
4
to highlight SETUP and press to enter.
■Scroll down ▼to ‘Select Features’ and press
■Scroll down ▼to ‘PICTURE FORMAT’ and use
34
to adjust the setting.
The default setting for picture format is 4:3 full screen.
Getting Started
Connecting the Power Cable
Plug the power cord supplied into the DC IN socket on the back of the receiver
Insert the power plug into the socket.
Caution:
The only way to disconnect the receiver from the mains supply is to remove the plug from the socket.
Inserting the batteries in the remote control
Open the battery compartment by pressing the snap-catch, and remove the lid. When inserting the
batteries type 1.5V, observe the polarity marked on the battery compartment.
Note:
If the receiver no longer reacts properly to remote control commands, the batteries may be flat. Always
remove flat batteries. No liability is accepted for damage resulting from leaking batteries.
Environmental note:
Batteries, including those which are heavy metal-free, may not be disposed of with household waste. Please dispose of
used batteries in an environmentally sound manner. Find out about legal regulations which apply in your area.
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+
-
+
-
AUDIO
VCR
V
DC IN
L
R

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Audio Language
Select your preferred audio language
■Press Menu, use
4
to highlight SETUP and press
■Scroll down ▼to ‘Select Features’ and press to enter.
■Highlight ‘AUDIO LANGUAGE’ and use
34
to adjust the preferred audio language settings available:
If the programme broadcast carries the optional audio language you have chosen, you will hear that language.
Otherwise, you will only be able to listen in the default language.
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Getting Started
Once the receiver has been connected to the mains and the TV, the “Welcome” screen will be displayed on
the TV. If this doesn’t appear, press TV/AV or channel 0 on your TV remote. Weekly TV listings will not be
available until the receiver has been installed and powered on overnight to receive an initial download.
Quick Guide listings (now and next programmes) are available from set-up - see page 11 for more details.
■Press to confirm your aerial is connected to your TV receiver.
■Please wait while the receiver searches for all available frequencies and channels – this may take a few minutes.
All channels found will be automatically stored in numerical order.
■Once the search is complete, press to start watching digital TV.
■To view all digital channels found and stored, press Guide on your remote.
■Use ▲▼ to select a channel and press to watch.
If you don’t think your receiver has found the correct number of channels available, check to see if your aerial
needs replacing or realigning.
■Press Menu on the remote, use
4
to select ‘Set Up’ and press to enter.
■Scroll down using ▼to select ‘Aerial Alignment’ and press
If the Errors bar for signal strength is over the maximum level, you should contact a local aerial installer or call the
Confederation of Aerial Industries on 0208 902 8990 who will be happy to recommend one.

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Subtitles
■To enable subtitles on a permanent basis, press SUB on your remote whilst watching TV.
■To clear subtitles, press SUB again.
Please Note: not all programmes have subtitle information and that some other interactive services may not operate whilst
displaying subtitles.
Subtitle Language
Select your preferred subtitle language on a permanent basis
■Press Menu, use
4
to highlight SETUP and press
■Scroll down ▼to ‘Select Features’ and press to enter.
■Highlight ‘SUBTITLE LANGUAGE’ and use
34
to adjust the preferred subtitle language settings available:
If the programme broadcast carries the optional subtitle language you have chosen, subtitles will be viewed in that language.
Otherwise, you will only be able to view subtitles in the default language.
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Storing Freeview Channels
You may need to re-store channels, for example, if a new channel is launched or your aerial is realigned.
■Press Menu on the remote, use
4
to select ‘Set Up’ and press to enter.
■Use ▼to select ‘Full Channel Search’ and press to confirm you want the search to begin.
Changing TV Channels
To change TV channels, you can perform any of the following operations:
■Use Ch+ and Ch- to browse up and down the available channels.
■Select the number of the channel using 0-9 numeric keys.
■Press Guide to view all available channels. Select the required channel using ▲▼ keys and press to confirm.

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Personal Reminders
Set personal reminders for appointments or anniversaries through the TV Calendar in the Multi Guide™.
■Press Calendar on the remote.
■Use Red and Green to select a month and use
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▲▼ to select the date you wish for a reminder to be set.
The date will then be highlighted.
■Press Blue and a pop-up box will appear.
■To set the reminder frequency, use ▲▼ to select Single, Daily, Weekly, Monthly or Yearly.
■Set the time for the reminder to appear using the numeric keys on your remote control.
■Enter free-form text using the remote control keys as per your mobile phone.
TV and Personal reminders are shown by icon markers appearing next to the date.
■To delete reminders, select a day which already has reminders set, press Blue and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Weekly TV Listings Guide
View the latest TV listings for the week ahead for all available digital channels. Channel 704 “4TV Interactive”
must appear in your channel line-up in order for your to receive weekly TV listings.
■Press Guide on the remote to display programme listings by channel.
■Use ▲▼ to scroll up and down the channel list. Highlight the desired programme and press to view
■To view programme listings throughout the day, use
34
to move the time forwards and backwards.
■To view programme listings by channel rather than by time, simply press Red to switch the format. Use
34
to
change the channel being viewed.
The receiver needs to be in standby every night for the latest TV listings to be downloaded. If the receiver is
switched off over night, TV listings will not be updated.
View Programme Synopses
One line of the
synopsis appears
when a programme
is highlighted.
Pause on the
highlighted
programme for a
few seconds and
a full synopsis
will appear.

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TV Reminders
Create TV reminders in the Multi Guide™so you don’t miss your favourite TV programme.
■Press Guide to display TV listings, select the desired programme using
34
▲▼ and press Blue on your remote.
■The ‘Program Reminder’ pop-up screen will then appear. Press to confirm or Cancel to cancel.
■Just before the programme is scheduled to start, a pop-up box will appear with the TV reminder inviting you to
change channel.
■To cancel the reminder, highlight the programme in Guide, press Blue and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Advanced TV Listings
View TV listings for the week ahead quickly and easily using the Calendar feature in the Multi Guide™.
■Press Calendar on the remote to launch the TV Calendar.
Days with advanced TV listings available are highlighted. In order to receive the latest TV listing updates, please leave your
receiver in standby mode every night.
■Choose the date you wish to view programme listings by using
34
and press . Full programme listings for
that particular day will then appear on the screen.
TV Listings at a Glance
The Quick Guide enables you to find out which programmes are showing now and next whilst still watching TV.
■ Press on your remote whilst viewing a TV channel.
■Use
34
to view programme listings by channel.
■Use ▲▼ to view programme listings on now and next.
■To tune in to a highlighted programme press
■To clear the Quick Guide display from the screen either press again or Cancel.

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Reorder Channels
Move channels to different locations in the channel list so your favourite channels appear first.
■Press Menu, then use
4
on the remote to select ‘Set Up’ and press to enter.
■Use ▼to select ‘Select Favourites’ and press
■Highlight the channel(s) you wish to move by using ▲▼.
■Press Blue on your remote to select the channel and then continue using the cursor keys to move it to the
desired location.
■Press Blue again to place the channel in its new position.
The channel order is reflected in the ‘Guide’, ‘Favourites’ and the browsed channel list.
Using the Receiver
Favourite Channels
Store your Favourite channels to navigate your way around quickly, easily and avoid browsing channels that
you don’t wish to view.
■Press Menu on your remote, select ‘Set Up’ using
4
and press to enter.
■Use ▼to highlight ‘Select Favourites’ and press
■To select a favourite channel, use ▲▼ to scroll through the channel list and press select - a check mark will
then appear next to the channel name.
You may find it easier to select all channels as your favourites and deselect the ones you don’t want in your list.
■Press Green to select all channels.
■Use ▲▼ to scroll through the list and press to deselect. The check mark will be removed and the channel
will no longer be in your ‘Favourites’ selection.
■To clear all previous Favourite selections press yellow.
Once you have selected your Favourite channels, press FAV on your remote to activate this feature. Only your Favourites
channel selection will then appear in this list and when browsing through channels using Ch+ and Ch-.
To deactivate the Favourite feature, press FAV again.