Grundig GSTB3105HD User manual

HIGH DEFINTION DIGITAL
SET TOP BOX
GSTB3105HD
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Introduction
Thank you for buying this Grundig 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 familiarise 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
Grundig warranty number for support.
Australia
Grundig Warranty: 1800 509 394
New Zealand
Grundig 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 .........................................................................5
Front Panel..............................................................................................5
Rear Panel ..............................................................................................5
Remote Control..........................................................................................6
Installing the Batteries ................................................................................7
Connecting to Equipments..........................................................................8
First Time Installation ...............................................................................11
Basic Operations......................................................................................12
Main Menu...............................................................................................15
Menu Tree............................................................................................. 16
Installation...............................................................................................17
Auto Scan ............................................................................................. 17
Manual Scan ......................................................................................... 17
Program Edit............................................................................................18
System Setup...........................................................................................20
A/V Output Settings ................................................................................ 20
Local Time Setting .................................................................................. 20
Timer Setup…………………………………………………….....................................20
System Information ................................................................................. 20
Factory Default....................................................................................... 20
User preferences......................................................................................21
OSD Language ...................................................................................... 21
OSD Transparency ................................................................................. 21
CH Info Bar Time Out .............................................................................. 21
Volume Bar Time Out .............................................................................. 21
Parental Control ..................................................................................... 22
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................23
Technical Specifications ........................................................................... 24
Warranty..................................................................................................25

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Safety Instructions
•Always read the safety instructions carefully
•Keep this User's Manual for future reference
•Keep this equipment away from humidity
•Lay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
•Do not stand it on soft furnishings.
•If 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 signs of breakage.
- The equipment has not been working well or you cannot get it to work according to the
User's Manual.
Warning
•To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the cover or the back of the receiver.
•Do not block the ventilation holes of the device. Leave appropriate gap above and
around it to allow for adequate ventilation.
•Do not place the device in an unventilated cabinet or on top of a unit which emits heat.
•To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to any liquids or
extreme 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.

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About the Set-Top-Box
This DVB-T TV Receiver allows you to access Free-To-Air Digital TV channels and Radio
Broadcasts on your TV set. Its digital reception covers VHF & UHF band. Digital TV
eliminates noise and interference and offers high quality video and audio.
An easy to use on-screen installation guide is provided . 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
- DVB-T Compliant
- Compliant with both Australian Standard and High Definition
- HDMI Digital Connection
- Simultaneous HD/SD Output
- Component, S-Video Output and Composite Video Output
- Video Output Supported to 1080i
- 4:3/16:9 Pictures
- Logical and Easy-to-Use Graphical User’s Interface(GUI)
- 7-days Electronic Program Guide(EPG)
- Easy Installation
- Favourite Channel Editing
- Teletext Support
- Dolby Digital Surround Sound
- Digital Audio via Coaxial and Optical Output
- Parental Rating Setting
- Time-Zone and Daylight-Saving Time Options
- Low Power Consumption
- Timer Setup
Package Contents
Before installation, please check the items of the package. The package should contain
the following items:
1.DVB-TReceiver x 1
2.RemoteControl x1
3. AAA size Battery for the Remote Control x 2
4.InstructionManual x 1
5.AVCable x1

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Front Panel and Rear Panel
Front Panel
①POWER To Switch ON/OFF.
②LED Display.
Rear Panel
①ANT IN Connect the antenna.
②LOOP OUT Connect a RF signal from the STB to either the RF Input Jack (antenna)
on your VCR or to the antenna input from your TV.
③HDMI Video Output used to connect to your HDMI device.
④OPTICAL/COAXIAL Digital Audio Output.
⑤S-VIDEO Y/C Output for a S-VHS or Hi-Fi Video Recorder.
⑥AUDIOL/R Audio Output to connect to your TV.
⑦YPbPr High Definition Video Output to connect to your TV.
⑧VIDEO CVBS Output to connect to your TV.
⑨RS-232 Serial port for software upgrade.

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Remote Control
Remote Key Functions:
1. POWER To turn the Standby mode ON/OFF.
2. Numeric buttons (0-9) To control the numerical operation and to change the
Channels.
3. SUBT To switch the close caption ON/OFF.
4. FAV To access and exit the favourite program list.
5. EPG To provide the user with TV programming
information .
6. MENU To enter into the main menu.
Press again to exit to previous menu.
7. PAGE +/- To Page Down (5-)/Page Up (5+).
8. SYS To view the software/hardware information.
9. EDIT To edit the properties of the current program.
10. ▲▼ To change the program.
11. AUDIO To display the Audio information of the selected
program.
12. 4 COLOR KEYS To assist basic operation.
13. TV LIST To to open the program list.
14. RECALL To return to view the previous program.
15. MUTE To mute or recover the sound of the receiver.
16. TTX To switch the teletext service ON/OFF.
17. INFO To display the current program information.
18. EXIT To cancel operation or exit the menu directly.
19. CH+/- To change the program .
20. FORMAT To switch the different resolution (1080i, 720P,
576P supported).
21. ASPECT To toggle among 16:9 full screen, 16:9 letter
box, 4:3 full screen, 4:3 letter box, panscan.
22. ◀▶ To control the level of the volume.
23. OK To confirm the selected menu item.
24. TV/RADIO To switch the program between TV and Radio.
25. PAUSE To pause the current program when pressed and go on playing the current
when pressed again.
26. SIGNAL To show the quality level of the signal.

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Installing the Batteries
Remove the battery cover from the remote control and put two AA 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 control 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
• 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.
•Viewers in areas of poor analog reception may need specialists’ advice about antenna
requirements for digital reception in their area.
•It’s recommended that viewers use quad shielded cable from the antenna to the
television.
Connections to a TV
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 either YPbPr Component or HDMI.
Other connections will provide Standard Definition viewing.
Warning
Please switch OFF the mains power before plugging or unplugging connected 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 Equipments
Connect the STB receiver via YPbPr Output and Audio Output
(for High Definition viewing)
Connect the STB receiver via 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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First Time Installation
Note: Be sure to turn on the main power at the front panel 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 Main Power 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.
When scanning is complete, 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.)
In case you skip the First Time Installation screen, you can press MENU key to bring up
the Main Menu (please refer to page 15 for operation guidance).

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Basic Operations
Changing Channels
1. Press the NUMERIC keys (0~9) on the remote control to select the channel number you want.
2. Press the ▲▼ key on the remote control or the front panel to change the available channels .
3. Press the RECALL key to view the previous channel selected.
Volume Control
1. Press the ◀▶ key on the remote control or front panel to adjust the volume. The
following volume bar will appear on screen.
Mute
1. Press the MUTE key to temporarily stop the sound.
2. To cancel mute, press the MUTE key again or press◀▶key.
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 the PAUSE key again and the pause icon
will disappear and the program will resume play.
Change an Audio Language and Audio Mode
Press the AUDIO key on the remote control to select the audio control menu.
Press the ◀▶,▲▼ and OK keys to select the audio language you want. Press the 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, panscan).
Change Video Resolution
Press the Format key to set the video resolution mode (1080i, 720P, 576P).
NOTE: this receiver is default set to 1080i.
SYS
Press SYS key to view the software/hardware information.

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Basic Operations
TV List
Press TV List key to open the program list.
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 to close the teletext page.
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 ◀▶ 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.
Toskipcurrentprogram
Tolock/unlockcurrentprogram
Favoritelist4
Favoritelist3
Favoritelist2
Favoritelist1

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Basic Operations
EPG (Electronic Program Guide) where broadcast allows
1. Press EPG key to view the EPG information.
2. Press ▲▼ key to view the event information such as event name and time.
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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 to view
the event information of the previous day.
5. Press GREEN key to view the submenu of Timer Set.
6. Press YELLOW key to view the detailed information of the current event.
7. Press EPG key again or press EXIT key to exit the menu.

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Main Menu
This section guides you through all of the options on the Menu screen
Navigation in the Main Menu
1. Press MENU key to bring up the main menu or return to previous Menu.
2. Press ▲▼ key to move up/down the sub menu.
3. Press OK key to enter into the sub menu you select.
4. Press EXIT key to exit the menu.
The main menu is divided into 4 sections, please refer to the menu tree on the next
page.
Installation
Program Edit
System Setup
User Preferences

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Menu Tree

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Installation
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.
Manual Scan
1. Go to Main menu > Installation.
2. Press ▲▼ key to select the channels you want to
scan. Press ◀▶ key to page up/down.
3. Press OK key to select the channel, press again to
cancel selection. If channel is selected,“YES”will
appear.
4. Repeat steps 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.
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 key to enter favorite edit mode.
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 menus 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 function.
3. Press OK key to enable the lock function.
4. Press ▲▼ key to select the program you desire
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 menus 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 function.
3. Press OK key to enable the Skip function.
4. Press ▲▼ key to select the program you desire
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 menus or press MENU to
return to the previous menu.

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Program Edit
Delete 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 delete function.
3. Press OK key to enable the delete function.
4. Press ▲▼ key to select the program you dislike,
and press OK key to mark and delete this program. A
cross icon will appear.
5. Press OK key again to cancel the operation. The
cut icon will disappear.
6. Press EXIT key to exit all menus or press MENU to
return to the previous menu.
Rename
1. Go to Main Menu > Program Edit > TV or Radio list.
2. Press RED key to show a list of all Edit modes.
Press ▲▼ key to select the Rename function.
3. Press OK key to enable the Rename function.
4. Press ▲▼ to select a program you want to rename,
and press OK key to enter the Name Edit Menu. A
keyboard will show on the screen.
5. Press ▲▼ ◀▶ to select the letters and press OK
key to confirm. Press YELLOW key to save and quit,
press GREEN key to delete unwanted letters.
6. Press EXIT key to exit all menus or press MENU to return to the previous menu.
Move 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 move function.
3. Press OK key to enable the move function.
4. Press ▲▼ key to select a program you want to
move and press OK key.
5. Press NUMERIC key to set a new position number
for the selected program.
6. Press OK key to confirm, the selected program will
be moved to the new position.
7. Press EXIT key to exit all menus or press MENU to return to the previous menu.
Switch TV/Radio list
Press BLUE key to switch between the TV channel list and the Radio channel list.