Kathrein UFS 924 User manual

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Operating Instructions Part 1 UFS 924
Connection and setup English
Safety instructions - important notes............. 2
Items supplied .................................................. 5
Connection and setup...................................... 6
Front/rear view of the receiver (front flap
open) ................................................................ 6
Inserting batteries into the remote control ........ 8
Connecting the receiver ................................... 9
TV connection .................................................. 9
Audio connection ............................................ 10
Digital .................................................................... 10
Analogue ............................................................... 10
Connecting up the video/DVD recorder ......... 10
Information about antenna connection and
loop-through mode ......................................... 11
First installation .............................................. 12
Network/Internet access ................................. 44
Common Interface (CI)/Smartcard reader ...... 46
Inserting the Smartcard and the CI Module ........... 46
Troubleshooting ............................................. 47
Service............................................................. 48
Technical Appendix........................................ 49
Advanced connection example ...................... 49
Technical data ................................................ 50
Sat IF connection examples ........................... 51
Individual reception systems ................................. 51
Community antenna network systems
(4 x Sat IF) ............................................................. 51
Community antenna systems (8 x Sat IF),
Multifeed ................................................................ 52
Community antenna systems (16 x Sat IF),
Multifeed ................................................................ 52
Single cable systems ............................................. 53
Connection Examples for the Network
Function ......................................................... 55
DHCP (Receiver): ON ........................................... 55
DHCP (Receiver): ON ........................................... 56
DHCP (Receiver): ON ........................................... 57
DHCP (Receiver): OFF.......................................... 58
DHCP (Receiver): OFF.......................................... 59
DHCP (Receiver): OFF.......................................... 60
For your notes ................................................ 61
If you do not know the configuration of your satellite reception system, contact your
specialist dealer for the first installation of your receiver.

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Mains power cable
Make sure that the mains cable
(power supply cable) is not damaged.
Units with a damaged mains cable
must be disconnected from the mains
(unplug it at the socket) and repaired
by an electrical specialist before
setup. Only use the power supply unit
supplied (if available)!
Mortal danger due to electric shock!
Danger!
Cleaning
Disconnect the mains plug before
cleaning the unit. Use a dry cloth for
cleaning and only clean the outer
surface. Never open the casing of the
unit.
Touching the parts inside the unit
carries a risk of death due to electric
shock!
Playing children
Make sure that children do not push
any objects into the ventilation slots.
Mortal danger due to electric shock!
Earthing
The antenna system must be earthed
as specif ed or equipotentially
bonded.
EN 60728/11 and any national
regulations must be complied with.
Risk of voltage surges due to lightning
strikes!
Power supply voltage
Only operate the unit at the speci f ed
mains voltage (indicated on the rear of
the unit or on the external power pack).
The unit may only be connected to the
mains and turned on once it has been
connected to the antenna and to the
TV set or the cable network and PC.
If the mains voltage is too high, there
is a risk of fire!
Moisture, direct sunlight, heat,
naked flames
Protect the unit against moisture,
dripping and splashed water (do not
place any f lled objects such as vases
on top of the unit). Do not place the
unit close to a heater or expose it to
direct sunlight and do not operate it
in damp locations. Only use the unit
in a moderate climate, not in tropical
conditions! Do not place naked f ames
such as candles on top of the unit!
There is a risk of fire!
Ventilation
The heat generated in this unit is
adequately dissipated. However ,
the unit should never be installed
in a cupboard or on shelves with
inadequate ventilation. Never
cover the cooling slots on the
unit (e.g. with other equipment,
magazines, tablecloths, clothing or
curtains)!
Batteries
If your unit was supplied with batteries
(e.g. for the remote control), take care
that the batteries are not exposed
to excessively high temperatures,
direct sunlight or f re. Replace the
batteries only with types that are
identical or equivalent, otherwise
the batteries or the remote control
may be damaged. Also comply with
the safety instructions stated on
the batteries:
There is a risk of explosions!
Warning!
Warning!
Warning!
These two pages contain important information about the operation, installation location and connection of
the unit. Read these instructions carefully before setting up the unit.
Safety instructions - important notes
Do not
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Periods of extended absence,
thunderstorms, mains socket
accessibility
In order to disconnect the unit from
the mains completely, the mains plug
must be unplugged from the mains
power socket! Therefore install the
unit close to a mains socket and make
sure this socket is accessible at all
times, so that you can disconnect the
unit from the mains if necessary.
If you are away for an extended
period, and during thunderstorms,
always switch the unit off at the mains
and unplug the power plug from the
socket. This also applies to the other
equipment connected to the unit.
Isolation from the cable network is
also recommended. Note any timer
programming (receiver) and turn the
unit on again promptly before the
recording time.
Installation location
All electronic equipment generates
heat. However, the heating of this
unit lies within the permissible range.
Sensitive furniture surfaces and
veneers may become discoloured by
the effects of constant heat over time.
The feet of the unit can also cause
colour changes to treated furniture
surfaces. If necessary, place the unit
on a suitable stable and f at base!
Repair
Ensure that any repairs to your unit
are carried out by qualif ed personnel.
Opening the unit and attempting to
repair it yourself will void all warranty
claims!
Improper work on the unit may
jeopardise the electrical safety of the
unit.
The manufacturer accepts no liability
for accidents caused by the user
opening the unit!
Connections
Incorrect wiring of the connections
may lead to malfunctions or defects
on the unit!
Caution!
Do not place any objects on top
of the unit. Unless stated to the
contrary in the “Connection and set-
up” and “Installation” sections in the
instructions supplied, maintain a
clearance of at least 10 cm above
the unit, 2 cm to either side and 5 cm
behind the unit, to allow unobstructed
dissipation of the heat generated.
There is a risk of fire!
Electronic equipment is not domestic
waste - it must be disposed of
properly in accordance with Directive
2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENT AND THE COUNCIL
dated 27th January 2003 concerning
used electrical and electronic
appliances.
At the end of its service life, take this
receiver for disposal at a designated
public collection point.
Used batteries are special waste!
Do not throw used batteries into your
household waste; take them to a
collection point for old batteries!
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Product return/original packaging
Make sure that the fan at the rear of the unit and the ventilation slots on the unit are
not blocked or covered in any way. The unit may otherwise overheat. Adjust the fan
speed to the temperature conditions in the receiver.
There is a risk of fire!
You must not disconnect the receiver from the mains while it is in operation!
This can lead to a loss of data and corruption of the software.
Safety instructions - important notes
Please keep the original packaging in case you need to return the product at any time. The receivers are
fragile due to their construction and are only adequately protected by the original packaging. If the receiver
is not shipped correctly the guarantee/warranty on it will be voided.
Before you disconnect the receiver from the mains, you must switch it to the standby mode by pressing the
standby button (on/off) on the remote control. In standby mode, any changed or new data that are broadcast
will be saved by the receiver. As soon as the receiver is in the standby mode, it can be disconnected from
the mains at any time.
The information in these operating instructions was correct at the time of going to print. W e reserve
the right however to make changes at any time and without prior notice. If new software is released for
your receiver, and this af fects the information in the operating instructions (e.g. changes to the menus
and/or functions), and if we believe it necessary we will make new operating Instructions available for
download on “www.kathrein.de”.
Make a note of the receiver's basic settings (these are set during f rst installation) so you can restore them
if necessary!
Please be aware of your responsibility towards your fellow human beings. Keep these instructions
for any questions that arise later, and if the receiver passes to another owner, pass them on to the
new owner.
Instructions on how to set the fan can be found in the section “Mainmenu”, “Settings”, “Basic Settings”,
“Fan Control”.
Fan/ventilation slots on the unit
Switching the receiver off
Other
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Items supplied
■ UFS 924
■ Remote control RC 677
■ HDMI cable
■ Power cable
■ 2 batteries AAA 1.5 V
■ Operating Instructions (Part 1, 2 and 3)
■ Safety instructions (multi-lingual)
The accessories supplied may differ in appearance from those illustrated!
Loop-through cable
Power cable
HDMI cable
Batteries

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Front/rear view of the receiver (front flap open)
Connection and setup
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Connection and setup
*) Flap is opened by gently pulling on its top left-hand edge
**) CI+/CI modules and Smartcards are not included in the product package
***) Pressing the Off switch does not full disconnect the unit from the mains (see the sections “Safety
Instructions - Important Notes” and “Periods of extended absence, thunderstorms, mains socket
accessibility”)
Rear view:
11. On/Off switch ***)
12. Mains power cable
13. Fan
14. Socket for infrared sensor (optional,
is not part of the product package)
15. 2 x USB 2.0 ports (USB-A connectors)
16. Network connection (Ethernet)
17. HDMI connection
18. Scart socket for TV connection
19. Scart socket for VCR/AUX connection
20. Optical data stream output (SPDIF/
Sony Philips Digital Interface Format)
for Dolby Digital AC 3 audio
21. Electrical digital data stream output
(SPDIF/Sony Philips Digital Interface
Format) for Dolby Digital AC 3 audio
22. Video output (CVBS)
23. Audio outputs (L/R) – cinch sockets
24. 3 x Cinch connections for component
outputs (Y/Pb/Pr)
25. LNB 2 input (LNB2 IN) and loop-
through output (LNB2 LOOP OUT)
26. LNB 1 input (LNB1 IN) and loop-
through output (LNB1 LOOP OUT)
Front view (f ap open)*):
1. USB 2.0 port
2. SD card reader
3. Common Interface for two CI+/CI modules
for Pay-TV cards **)
4. A button to release each CI module
5. On/Off button (operation/standby)
6. TV/radio button
7. 256 x 64 pixel full graphic display
8. Media button (recording archive,
as on remote control)
9. Back button (back/cancel,
as on remote control)
10. Multi-function control dial
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Connection and setup
Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control. Insert the two batteries supplied into the remote
control. Ensure correct polarity of the batteries; the + and – markings are indicated inside the battery
compartment. Slide the cover back onto the housing until it locks in place.
Inserting batteries into the remote control
To open:
Gently press here and pull
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If you do not know the configuration of your satellite reception system, contact your
specialist dealer.
Connect the Sat IF inputs on the receiver to the satellite reception system.
Use coaxial cable with an F standard connector (see illustration on right).
HDMI
Scart
TV
Conventional DiSEqC™ system
Connect the satellite receiver (HDMI or alternatively TV Scart socket) and the TV set using a HDMI or
Scart cable (see the connection example above).
Connecting the receiver
TV connection
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There are two ways you can access the digital audio.
HDMI
The stereo audio is transmitted to your TV set via the HDMI interface. If your TV set also supports Dolby
Digital, you can also receive the Dolby Digital audio via the HDMI interface (providing it is broadcast
by the channel provider). Refer to the operating instructions for your TV set for more information.
SPDIF Dolby Digital output (electrical/optical)
The SPDIF outputs are intended for the connection of a Dolby Digital system (see “Advanced connection
example” in the technical appendix). Connect the SPDIF output (electrical or optical) to the Dolby Digital
system using an appropriate cable.
If you want to play the sound on your hi- f system, connect the audio cinch sockets to the input sockets
on the hi- f system, using an appropriate cable (see “Advanced connection example” in the technical
appendix).
SPDIF = Sony Philips Digital Interface Format (digital output for Dolby Digital AC 3 audio)
Connect the satellite receiver (VCR/AUX Scart socket) to the video recorder/DVR using a Scart cable.
To play back a DVD, i.e. output the signal from the DVR through the receiver on the TV set, the TV set
must also be connected to the receiver with a Scart cable. This is necessary because the video signal
from the VCR Scart socket of the receiver is not looped through/forwarded to the HDMI output of
the receiver.
Audio connection
Digital
Analogue
If you make a recording with an external video/DVD recorder, note the following:
- If the receiver is started automatically by means of a timer recording, there will be no image on your
TV set or recorder. You will have to switch on the receiver manually using the Standby button (on/off)
as well!
- If the receiver is operated while recording is in progress, all on-screen displays will be recorded as
well!
Connection and setup
Connecting up the video/DVD recorder
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If you want to operate your UFS 924 on a OneCable system, please refer to the
connection examples for OneCable systems (see “Technical appendix”, “Examples
of OneCable systems”)
This will only work when receiving one satellite, not in multifeed reception!
(Multifeed reception: simultaneous reception of several satellites)
To enable you to make full use of all the reception and recording features of your twin-DVR HDTV Sat
receiver, such as
1. recording one programme while viewing any other programme or channel zapping, and
2. recording two different programmes at the same time,
the two tuner inputs of the satellite receiver must each be supplied with a dedicated satellite signal from
the antenna system/Sat outlet (unless connected to a single-cable system).
The receiver tuner inputs are factory preset in the installation menu to work with two separate Sat antenna
connections.
In cases where only one antenna connection is available (with the exception of single-cable systems),
“Loopthrough” must be selected for “T uner 2 Connection type” in the “First Installation” settings (see the
section “First Installation”). Press the  button to access the “T uner Conf guration” menu option, then
select “Settings” and “First Installation”. Go through step by step until you get to the tuner con f guration.
You can def ne the settings here. Though a restriction on this is that with Tuner 2 you can only receive the
additional channels of the plane currently set by Tuner 1 (e.g. Horizontal High). From this point on only the
channels that can be selected are displayed in the channel list.
Information about antenna connection and loop-through mode
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Before you start to use the UFS 924, read the sections “Safety instructions -
Important instructions”, “Important information” and “Connection and set-up”
through to the item “First Installation”.
Do not connect the unit to the mains until all installation work has been properly
carried out.
The guidance provided in the “First Installation” section assumes that the receiver has been
properly connected as per the “Safety Instructions - Important Information” and “Connection
and set-up” sections through to the “First Installation” section.
Buttons required for remote control during f rst installation:
 ... Number input  (green)
Call up the next step in the
f rst installation
 (red)
Go back one step in the
f rst installation Conf rm the changed
values/setting; call up
the submenus
Select/change individual
menu parameters, navigation
Cancel input, go back
First switch your TV set on and select the AV-/HDMI input you have used to connect the receiver to
your TV set. Switch on the receiver at the power switch on the rear of the unit. Now perform the f rst
installation. If you have any questions or encounter problems, contact your specialist dealer.
The following on-screen display appears:
Always pay attention to the bar at the
bottom of the on-screen display. Messages
here provide information on what to do
next.
Use the  buttons to select the desired menu language for your UFS 924 and con f rm
your selection using the  button. The selected language is indicated with a tick. The following
languages are available: German, English, French, Italian, Spanish, Czech, Dutch, Polish, Turkish
and Russian.
First installation
Connection and setup
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For this, refer to the operating
instructions for your TV set and
take care to select only those
settings that your TV set can
process.
Press the  (green) button to move to the next menu.
The following on-screen display appears:
Use the  buttons here to select the basic
settings for the video and audio output of the
receiver to the TV set.
Video Output via
Select the connection on the receiver to which you have connected your television. Either
TV Aspect Ratio
The aspect ratio of your TV's picture is selected
here. Either
- 4:3 or
- 16:9
Picture Format
Select the type of screen display , depending on
your setting for the aspect ratio:
- TV aspect ratio “4:3”: Pan & Scan or Letterbox
- TV aspect ratio “16:9”: Always 16:9 or automatic
HDMI/YPbPr SCART
or
HDMI/YPbPr Resolution
Here you can select the video resolution that will
be output at the TV set. Either
- 1080p (resolution 1920 x 1080, full-screen
images)
- 1080i (resolution 1920 x 1080, half-screen
images)
- 720p (resolution 1280 x 720, full-screen
images)
- 576p (resolution 720 x 576, full-screen
images) or
- Automatic
Force 576i (must be supported by the TV set
otherwise you will not see a TV picture)
You can only and need only make this setting if
you have selected the setting “Automatic” for
“HDMI/YPbPr Resolution”. If for a programme
that is transmitted in the format 720 x 576
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(standard TV), the original format is to be
transmitted to the TV set, select the “On” setting.
If the setting is “Of f”, the programme may be
automatically scaled up to the HDTV format 720p
by the receiver.
HDCP for free channels
Select here whether HDCP (digital copy protection)
is to be constantly set to “On” with free channels or
is not to be activated, “Off”.
TV control box via HDMI (CEC)
If you select “Of f”, the TV set must be switched
on or of f separately. If you select “On”, the TV
set will be switched on automatically as the
receiver starts up (but only if the TV set was in
stand-by mode). If the receiver is switched off into
standby mode, the TV set will also be switched to
standby mode.
Automatically switching the TV set on/off by the
receiver is available only if the TV set supports
this function!
Show 4:3 Event
Here you can select the type of screen display
mode for 4:3 broadcasts on a 16:9 TV set. Either
- Normal (Pillarbox)
- Stretched (full screen) or
- Zoom in (Pan & Scan)
Audio Format via HDMI
Here you can select the type of audio signal that
is transmitted by the HDMI interface. Select the
signal that your TV set can process:
- PCM (Stereo) or
- S/PDIF format (multichannel)
Auto Dolby Digital Output:
Here you can select whether the receiver should
automatically select the Dolby Digital soundtrack
(if this is transmitted).
TV-SCART-Output
Select the type of video signal at the TV Scart
socket here. Select the signal that your TV set can
process.
- CVBS – composite video (Composite V ideo,
Blanking, and Sync) signal or
- RGB – red/green/blue signal or
- Y/C – S-Video signal (luminance/chrominance)
TV-SCART-Output
Select the type of video signal at the VCR Scart
socket here. Select the signal that your external
recorder can process.
- CVBS – composite video (Composite V ideo,
Blanking, and Sync) signal or
- Y/C – S-Video signal (luminance/chrominance)
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Important instruction for picture
output using “YPbPr”:
The “YPbPr” outputs can only
be used if “RGB” is not selected as the
output signal for the TV Scart socket!
In this case, select “Y/C” or “CVBS” as the
output signal for the TV Scart socket.
You should perform the tuner configuration/make changes yourself only if you are
fully familiar with the particulars of your reception system.
Press the  (green) button to move to the next menu.
The following on-screen display appears:
If your receiver is connected up as in the connection example (see the illustration in
“Connecting the receiver” in this section), only one change/selection is necessary in the rest
of the first installation. If you are not familiar with the details of your reception system, note
the following:
In many cases the satellite reception system is a DiSEqC™1.0 system. This type of system is preset.
Confirm the current on-screen displays using the (green) button. Using the  buttons you
then select the required satellites in the satellite selection (in Germany usually ASTRA 19.2° East)
and confirm your choice with the  button. Confirm the rest of the on-screen displays during the
first installation using the (green) button. This process cannot damage your reception system!
If there is no TV picture at the end of the first installation, contact your specialist dealer.
Connection and setup
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You can set up the tuner conf guration for the following types of reception systems:
- DiSEqC™1.0
- DiSEqC™1.1
- Motorized antenna (DiSEqC™1.2/DiSEqC™1.3) USALS
- Simple LNB or
- Single-cable system
If your reception system is a OneCable system, go to the “OneCable System” option in this section
and continue from there.
Before you start con f guring the tuner you must f rst set both the “T uner 2 Connection type” and “T uner 2
Signal Conf guration” settings.
Tuner 2 Connection type
Select the connection type for Tuner 2 here. The currently selected setting is shown graphically in the
connection example at the top left of the screen. Either:
Separated:
The second tuner input of the receiver
(LNB2 IN) receives its own signal input
(i.e. there is a direct connection between
the antenna socket and tuner input 2). See
example illustration on the right.
Loopthrough:
The current signal received at the Tuner 1
loop-through output is looped through
to the second tuner input of the receiver
(LNB2 IN). In this case, the second
tuner can only receive the channel level
currently being received by the f rst tuner.
See example illustration on the right.
See also “Information about antenna
connection and loop-through mode”
earlier in this section.
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Tuner 2 signal configuration (with connection type “Separated” only)
Select the signal conf guration for Tuner 2 here. The currently selected setting is shown graphically in the
connection example at the top of the screen. Either:
Same with Tuner 1:
Both tuners are connected to the same
signal source. See example illustration on
the right.
Different from Tuner 1:
The two tuners are connected to dif ferent
signal sources (separate cables from the
LNB). See example illustration on the right.
The following conf guration options are available for:
Tuner 2 connection type “Separated”/Tuner 2 signal configuration “Same with Tuner 1”:
All settings are made on Tuner 1. The settings for the second tuner are automatically taken from the f rst
tuner.
Tuner 2 connection type “Loopthrough”:
All settings are made on Tuner 1. The second tuner is fed from the f rst tuner.
Tuner 2 connection type “Separated”/Tuner 2 signal configuration “Different from Tuner 1”:
All settings must be made separately for the two tuners.
Use the  buttons to set the parameters “T uner 2 Connection type” and “T uner 2 Signal Con f guration”
appropriate to the setting for your reception system.
Now continue as described for the type of reception you selected in the first installation.
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You now see the following on-screen
display:
Tuner Configuration (satellite selection)
- Tuner 1
Select the number of satellites present in
the signal at the tuner 1 (four max.).
Go to the “Satellite 1: .....” line.
Press the  button.
Press the  (green) button.
DiSEqC™1.0
Connection and setup
Satellite:
Select the desired satellite using the  buttons. Alternatively you can press the  button to view
a list of all stored satellites then select the required satellites from this list.
LNB Type:
If your reception system does not have a universal LNB, use the  buttons to select the
LNB types that are used in your reception system. You can choose from the following LNB types:
The following on-screen display appears
(example):
Configuration Satellite 1
Def ne the settings for the f rst satellite for
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- Universal
- Simple or
- User-def ned
If you do not use a Universal LNB, press the  button. You can now make the settings for your
LNB type (simple or user-def ned).
LNB Frequencies (MHz):
Enter the LNB frequencies (Low/High/Limit) using the number pad. Now use the  button to save the
new values.
DiSEqC™ Repeat:
The setting for how often the DiSEqC™ command must be repeated depends on the con f guration of your
reception system.
- Off DiSEqC™ command is not repeated
- 1 DiSEqC™ command is repeated once
- 2 DiSEqC™ command is repeated twice
- 3 DiSEqC™ command is repeated three times
Test-Transponder:
Select the “Test-Transponder” f eld. Here you can select a transponder for checking whether your settings
are correct using the signal strength bar and signal quality bar.
When you have completed all settings for this satellite, press the  button.
If you have selected more than one satellite (four max.) for Tuner 1, you can now de f ne the settings as
described above for the f rst satellite, for the second satellite and then for the third and fourth satellites,
if selected.
When you have completed all settings for Tuner 1, press the  (green) button.
If necessary, the receiver will automatically skip to the settings for the second tuner (assuming that for
the second tuner you selected the type of connection “Separated” and set the signal con f guration
to “Different from Tuner 1”). If this is the case, you should now de f ne the settings for the second tuner
in the same way as you did for the f rst tuner.
Once you have completed the settings for both tuners and the satellites assigned to them, the receiver
will automatically display the screen for the channel search. Continue the f rst installation with the
“Channel Search” section.
Connection and setup
Refer to the documentation for
your LNB or seek assistance
from a specialist engineer.
Refer to the documentation for
your reception system or seek
assistance from a specialist
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DiSEqC™1.1
Connection and setup
The following on-screen display appears:
Tuner Configuration - Tuner 1
On the “Satellite” line, select the f rst
satellite location. You can use/assign up to
64 satellite locations per tuner.
Now go to the next line.
Press the  button.
The following on-screen display appears:
Press the  (green) button.
Satellite:
Select the desired satellite using the  buttons. Alternatively you can press the  button to view
a list of all stored satellites then select the required satellites from this list.
LNB Type:
If your reception system does not have a universal LNB, use the  buttons to select the
LNB types that are used in your reception system. You can choose from the following LNB types: