Hauppauge DEC 2000-t Installation and operating manual

DEC2000-t
Installation
and
Reference
Manual
English

DEC2000-t
Installation and
Reference Manual
Hauppauge Computer Works Ltd.
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Contents
1. Overview 1-1
What is Digital TV? ............................................................................. 1-1
Why is Digital TV Better?.................................................................... 1-1
What Channels can I get?.................................................................. 1-2
Why switch to Digital TV? .................................................................. 1-3
Do I need a subscription?.................................................................. 1-3
2. What's in the DEC2000 box 2-1
3. Getting Started 3-1
DEC2000-t cables & connectors ....................................................... 3-1
Inserting the batteries into the remote control................................... 3-2
Connecting the DEC2000 to your TV set .......................................... 3-2
Connecting the DEC2000 to your TV set via SCART ..................... 3-3
Connecting the DEC2000 to your TV set via RF cable .................. 3-4
Connecting your TV antenna ............................................................ 3-6
Connecting the Power Supply .......................................................... 3-6
Powering up your DEC2000 for the first time ................................... 3-7
The Welcome Screen and scanning for channels ............................ 3-7
Initial Scan for channels .................................................................... 3-8
Mini EPG display ............................................................................... 3-8
4. Remote Control and Basic Functions 4-1
Button Functions ................................................................................ 4-1
Detailed description of each button....................................................4-2
5. Menu Operation 5-1
Installation Menu ............................................................................... 5-1
Scan Menu ........................................................................................ 5-3
Programme information .................................................................... 5-3
List Editor .......................................................................................... 5-4
Pin code Menu .................................................................................. 5-5
Software update Menu ...................................................................... 5-6
6. Connecting the DEC2000-t to your PC 6-1
Minimum PC system requirements.....................................................6-1
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Installation of the DEC2000-t USB Hardware ................................... 6-2
Installation of the DEC2000-t USB driver software ........................... 6-3
Installation of the DEC2000-t USB Application Software .................. 6-3
DEC2000-t USB TV & Radio Application for the PC ......................... 6-3
Installation of the MHEG Teletext Application.....................................6-4
Menu Options .................................................................................... 6-4
Channel Scan .................................................................................... 6-5
Program information ......................................................................... 6-6
Program List ...................................................................................... 6-6
Favourites List ................................................................................... 6-7
View Modes ....................................................................................... 6-7
Recording and Time Shift ................................................................. 6-8
InterVideo WinDVD ............................................................................ 6-9
Tips on recording digital TV on your PC ......................................... 6-10
Playback of recorded TV shows on your PC .................................. 6-11
7: Troubleshooting the PC connection 7-1
Technical Support ............................................................................. 7-1
Software Support .............................................................................. 7-2
Warranty information ......................................................................... 7-3
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1. OVERVIEW
a) What is Digital TV?
Digital TV has recently been introduced in the UK. Digital refers to the way
the transmission of images and sound that make up a TV programme are
transmitted to your TV set. Much in the way a computer works by coding
data in a stream of ones and zeros - digital TV sends a coded signal to
your TV set. This means that the airwaves taken up by digital TV take up a
lot less space. The airwaves that once transmitted one analogue channel
will now have space to transmit up to six or seven digital channels. As a
result the viewer has more choice. Widescreen TV is another option that
digital TV can provide.
Interactive TV is yet another feature of Digital TV. By using your remote
you can access all kinds of information. Digital text is much clearer than
the old analogue format. Digital systems allow you to choose your camera
view of big events using the interactive channels. With more and more fea-
tures such as these digital TV is paving the way for a much more interac-
tive experience when watching TV.
The Government has decided that some time between 2005 and 2010 the
analogue services will be switched off. They have however indicated that
the 'switch - off' will only happen if most viewers have decided to make the
switch to digital TV themselves.
b) Why is Digital TV Better?
Digital TV is better for a number of reasons.
One of the main reasons is that there will be more choice of what is avail-
able to view. With interactive TV becoming the way of the future, con-
sumers will have more of a say as to what standards are set in place in
regards to broadcasts.
The images and sound are clearer and widescreen TV is much easier to
access through Digital TV. As analogue TV is eventually going to be
switched off, resources into broadcasting will tend to be put into digital TV
and not the older analogue type transmissions (a method that has been
used for about 60 - 70 years). As a result if people want to know what is
new, be it features of digital TV or the types of shows that are being aired -

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digital TV is the medium that more and more people will be turning to.
Analogue TV will have no new developments and it is unlikely that any
new resources will be pumped into this ageing broadcast format.
c) What Channels Can I get?
These are the Free to View Digital Terrestrial channels available in the UK,
at the time of publication. They are subject to change and can be done
without any prior notice from the broadcasters and/or manufacturers.
* sound only on Digital Terrestrial
** not in widescreen
*** Currently available with the “DEC2000 to PC” connection
All TV channels are in widescreen unless indicated.
· BBC ONE
· BBC TWO
· ITV 1
· Channel 4
· Channel 5
· ITV 2
· BBC CHOICE
· BBC NEWS 24
· SKY NEWS
· SKY SPORTS NEWS
· ITN**
· UK HISTORY
· BBC FOUR
· CBBC
· Cbeebies
· BBCi***
· Sky Travel
· TV Travelshop
· QVC
· Community Channel
· S4C2
· BBC Parliament*
· Teletext***
· 4 Text***
· ntl Text***

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d) Why Switch to Digital TV?
There are many reasons as to why one should switch to Digital TV.
More choice is one of the most obvious reasons. While with Analogue TV's
there are 5 channels, there is also no monthly cost. Digital TV and the
DEC mean that not only are you presented with choice but for a small one
off cost you have all these channels to choose from, with no monthly fee
to pay at the end of each month. While other cable and satellite operators
charge a subscription, the DEC functions on completely free to view TV.
The features that comprise Digital TV are also of better quality. Digital pic-
ture and sound quality are superior to the analogue transmissions. Not
only is widescreen more readily available with Digital TV, but the vast
choice of channels means there is also a much wider selection.
Specialised shows on channels that cater to more specific demands mean
that viewers will naturally start choosing to switch over to Digital TV.
Finally the DEC2000-t is a very small and portable device, it can be moved
from location to location. With simple installation, digital TV and its vast
range of features are never far away. The DEC2000-t can also function as
a recording device, when used with a computer or notebook. The already
small space saver can save even more space with the elimination of the
use of VCR's.
e) Do I need a subscription?
No you do not need to pay a monthly subscription fee. However…
"If you use or install television receiving equipment to receive or record
television programme services you are required by law to have a valid TV
Licence.
The type of licence you'll need and how to go about getting one will
depend upon your individual circumstances." See www.tvlicencing.co.uk
for more details.

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2. WHAT IS IN THE DEC2000-t BOX?
1 SCART to SCART Cable
1 Infra-red Remote
Control
1 12Volt Power Supply
1 USB cable
1 DEC2000 unit
1 RF loop through cable
1 Audio output cable

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3. GETTING STARTED
DEC2000-t Connections
Warning: Incorrect wiring and connections can lead to
operational disturbances or defects in the device. Misuse
can also cause harm to the user: Failure to comply may
seriously damage your product.
a) DEC2000-t cables and connectors
These are the several different connections that can be made to the back
of the DEC2000-t. Below you will find some examples.
··SCART socket to TV set (optional) (see section 3.c)
··USB connector to PC (optional) (see section 6.a)
··RF-out socket (see section 3.e)
··RF-in from antenna (see section 3.d)
··DC 12v Power Supply connector (see section 3.f)
··Audio output connection
Power
Supply
12V socket
RF-out
to
TV set
RF-in
from
antenna
Audio
Out
(optional)
USB connector
to PC
(optional)
Scart output
socket
to TV set

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b) Inserting batteries into the remote control transmitter
i. Slide off battery cover
ii. Insert batteries (note correct polarity +/- )
iii. Replace the battery cover
c) Connecting the DEC2000 to your TV set
There are two ways to connect the DEC2000 to your TV set: through a
SCART cable or through an RF cable. A SCART connection will give the
best digital picture quality.
If you have a TV set which accepts RGB SCART, your picture quality will
be the best possible. Most modern TV's have one or more SCART socket.
To find out if a SCART socket is RGB, consult your TV sets’ manual.
If your TV does not have a SCART connection, you can also use the sup-
plied RF Loop-through cable.

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Connecting the DEC2000 to your TV set via SCART
i. Locate the supplied SCART to SCART cable. You will need to connect
one end to the DEC2000-t SCART socket and the other end into the
SCART connector on your TV set (as illustrated below).
Then, set your TV set to accept AV input (SCART input).
When you turn on the DEC2000, you should see the Welcome Menu
on your TV set.
ii. If your TV is already using the SCART from your VCR, and your VCR
has an available SCART input socket, you can connect the DEC2000-t
as illustrated below.
Connect one end of the SCART cable to the DEC2000-t SCART out
socket and the other end into the SCART In connector on your VCR.
Then, set your TV to AV input (SCART input).
Set your VCR to AV input (SCART input).
When you turn on the DEC2000, you should see the Welcome Menu
on your TV set.
iii. If your TV connects via an RF cable to your VCR, and you have an
available SCART socket on your VCR, this connection method can also
be used (as illustrated below).
Set your VCR to AV input (SCART input) (see your VCRs documenta-
tion for instructions).

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Set your TV set to the channel being used by the VCR (see your VCRs
documentation for instructions).
When you turn on the DEC2000, you should see the Welcome Menu
on your TV set.
Connecting the DEC2000 to your TV set via RF cable
If you cannot use the SCART connection, you can also connect the
DEC2000-t to your TV with the supplied RF Loop-through cable.
When using the RF-Loop cable, the DEC2000 sends video over channel
43. To change the RF output channel on the DEC2000-t, refer to Chapter
5: Menu Operation in the section entitled Tuner output.
There are three ways the RF Loop cable can be connected to your TV set.
Choose one of these three ways:
i. Connecting the DEC2000-t to your TV directly using RF cables
Connect one end of the supplied RF Loop-through cable to the RF-
out on the DEC2000-t (as illustrated below). Connect the other end of
the RF-Loop cable to your TV set’s antenna conection (often marked
“RF input”).
Tune your TV set to the output channel used by the DEC2000 (normally
channel 43, but this channel can be changed).
When you turn on the DEC2000, you should see the Welcome Menu
on your TV set.
ii. Connecting the DEC2000-t through a VCR using RF cables

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Plug one end of the supplied RF Loop-through cable into the RF-out
on the DEC2000-t (as illustrated below). Plug the other end of the RF
Loop cable into your VCR's RF-in socket. Another RF cable (not sup-
plied) will connect between your TV and VCR.
Tune your TV to the channel used by the VCR.
Tune your VCR to the output channel used by the DEC2000 (normally
channel 43, but this channel can be changed).
When you turn on the DEC2000, you should see the Welcome Menu
on your TV set.
ii. Connecting the DEC2000-t to your TV through a VCR using SCART
and RF cables
Connect one end of the supplied RF Loop-through cable to the RF-
out on the DEC2000-t (as illustrated below). Connect the other end into
your VCR's RF-in socket.
A SCART cable needs to be installed between your VCR and TV.
Then, set your TV to accept AV input (SCART input).
Tune your VCR to the output channel used by the DEC2000 (normally
channel 43, but this channel can be changed).
When you turn on the DEC2000, you should see the Welcome Menu
on your TV set.

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d) Connecting your TV antenna
Note: in order to be able to receive Digital Analogue reception, you must
first make sure your Antenna signal strength is strong enough to receive
Digital transmissions from your local transmitter. You can either check with
your local Antenna installer or you can call the Hauppauge Aerial Support
Line on 0870 010 6192 who will provide assistance with aerial related
issues. Please note that BBC licensing fees apply. If you use or install tele-
vision receiving equipment to receive or record television programme ser-
vices you are required by law to have a valid TV Licence.
NOTE: An antenna is not supplied with the DEC2000-t.
Place your antenna into the back of the DEC2000-t (as illustrated above)
e) Connecting the Power Supply
Please ensure you have read and fully understood the 'Warnings
and Precautions' located at the front of this manual before proceeding to
the next step.
Do NOT switch on the mains power until ALL the connections
have been made

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Plug the connector from the sup-
plied 12v DC power supply unit
into the Power supply socket on
the DEC2000-t Plug the other end
into the mains power socket, and
switch on only after you have
made sure that all connections
have been made.
f) Powering UP your DEC2000-t for the first time
i. When you have switched on the mains, the green
light on the front of the box will light up.
ii. If this does not happen a red light appears on the
DEC22000-t instead. Press the RED button locat-
ed on the Remote control to power up the
DEC2000-t
iii. Please note that if you only have an RF connec-
tion to your TV - you will have to tune your TV to
the box output on a spare TV channel. (See “Connecting the DEC2000
to your TV set via RF cable”).
g) The Welcome Screen and scanning for channels
Once the unit has been turned on the welcome screen should appear
which directs you to "press 'OK' to start". The 'OK' button is located on the
remote control. Scanning for channels will begin automatically.

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Initial scan for channels:
A progress bar which overlays the picture will indicate how many TV and
Radio channels have been received. Please note this may take a few min-
utes. Once completed, it will automatically switch to the first available TV
channel.
If you do not pick up channels, or the video quality is poor, there could be
a few different things wrong with the installation:
- Most UK homes are in a coverage area. Use the Freeview.co.uk post-
code check to see if you’re in a coverage area. If you’re in a coverage area
you should be able to get Freeview with your existing rooftop or loft aerial
and wiring provided they are in good condition.
- Your TV antenna might not be oriented correctly to pick up the digital TV
channels. In this case, reorient the antenna and scan for channels again
(see Chapter 5 - Scan Menu)
- your antenna might need to be replaced. In some parts of the country,
Freeview signals use a different frequency or transmitter so you’ll probably
need a “wideband” type of rooftop aerial. The Freeview.co.uk postcode
check tells you if this applies where you live.
Mini EPG:
Now the channels have been scanned you can change the channels by
using the up and down buttons on the remote control. Each time you

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change channels you are presented with the Mini EPG, which shows you
the current channel, program description, duration and time.