Kingray DCF-1 User manual

Quick Start Guide: DCF-1 •1
MODEL: DCF-1
Zinwell Digital Channel Filter
QUICK START GUIDE
Specialists in TV Signal Amplification
CONFIGURATION
DCF-1 uses LCD panel as the interface to change the settings and configuration. User can easily modify the parameters by using the buttons on
DCF-1 without any other devices. However, before starting to configure, set your country first in order to load the frequency plan accordingly
(see 3.2.3 Set Country).
3.1 User Interface:
3.1.1 LCD Display
Main Menu 1. First line indicates the category where you are now (level 1)
2. Second line shows the function you can enter into (level 2)
RF-IN1
3.1.2 Arrow Key
Use Arrow Key to move cursor, give order and change numbers.
Use up and down buttons to:
1. Choose function menu
2. Change numbers
3. Choose Yes/No
Use left and right buttons to:
1. Enter/Return function menu
2. Leave & save or leave the level
3. Move between spaces
3.2 Setting Instruction:
3.2.1 Input (Configuration Introduction)
DCF-1 is suitable for collective antenna application with its own booster, filter, combiner, channel converter, equalizer, and amplifier. Moreover,
there are 4 VHF/UHF inputs and 1 FM input in this device to receive different terrestrial TV/FM signals.
Pre-Amplifier
Under the level of each inputs (RF-IN1 to RF-IN4), user can choose to turn on/off the amplifier.
The pre-amplifier option increases the signal power, but it also increases the system noise and may degrade the signal quality. Misusing pre-
amplifier could significantly increase distortion and consequently reduce the signal quality in the output. Therefore, it is recommended to know
the signal quality on the input side (gain, tilt, bandwidth and noise figure) when applying pre-amplifier to measure its impact on the output side.
Recommendation: Turn on the Pre-Amplifier only when the input signal level is too low (Lower than 60 dBμV). The user may refer
to the automatic input signal power level measurement when adding a channel on DCF-1.
NOTE: If target channel’s signal level is low but other high level channels in the same band could saturate Pre-Amplifier and cause poor signal quality. Refer to
all receiving channels quality to decide whether to turn on pre-amplifier or not.
Antenna Power
RF-IN1
Antenna Power
Antenna Power
Off
Antenna Power
On
Each input port (RF-IN1 to RF-IN4) is capable of supplying 12V, 100mA (max.) to an active antenna. The user may choose to turn on/off the
power on each input port based on the nature of the antenna (passive or active) of user’s choice.
RF-IN1
Pre-Ampli
Pre-Ampli
Off
Pre-Ampli
On
ARTWORK SUMMARY
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PART # 311135
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SUPPLIER ZINWELL

2 •Quick Start Guide: DCF-1
Auto Scan
RF-IN1
Auto Scan
Auto Scan Start
CH: 28
Auto Scan Start
0%
In this operation, DCF will automatically scan input channel frequency if this input channel frequency is available, DCF will add this input
channel frequency at same output channel frequency. For example, input CH28 is available, DCF will add input CH28 to output CH28 (After
0% ~ 100%, it’s fully scanned.)
NOTE:
1. If input channel power level is higher than 50dBuV (-58dBm), this channel will be added to output channel list.
2. In auto scan function, when user scanning for VHF input, it will start from CH6~CH12. In the other words, when scanning UHF input, it will start from
CH28~CH69.
Add Channel
On below LCD display:
1. RF-IN1 refers to the desired signal input port. CH28 refers to input channel, 28 refers to the output channel. 50 dBμV refers to the input
signal power level (measured automatically by DCF-1).
2. Use Up/Down to change channel number, use Left/Right to choose
Input/Output channel.
3. Press the Left button at Input Channel or press the Right button at Output Channel to save settings and go back to previous page.
4. To avoid signal overlapping, Output Channel number cannot be duplicated.
5. Maximum output channel numbers are 32 (RF-IN1 + RF-IN2 + RF-IN3 + RF-IN4 = Max 32)
RF-IN1
Ch21 ->21 <50dBμV
Input Channel Output Channel
NOTE:
Due to automatic LTE filter selection capability of DCF-1, each input port can receive VHF or UHF band signal only. To program it, the user needs to choose an
input port and associate a channel to it, and DCF-1 will automatically lock to VHF/UHF band based on the command. In above case, the user has chosen CH28
and that will lock RF-IN1 to receive UHF band signal only. By removing all the channels associated to a specific input port, the user can reprogram the input port
to receive VHF/UHF band again.
Add Channel Example:
Press▲▼◄► to Operate Main Menu
RF-IN1
RF-IN1
Add Channel
Add Channel
Ch28 -->28 <50dBμV
Add Channel
Ch28 -->28 <50dBμV
Edit Channel:
RF-IN1
Ch28-->28 <50dBμV
Edit Channel
Ch28 -->28 <50ddBμV
After adding and saving channels, the user can find the Channel List under the Input level. Press the Right key to edit channels.
Delete Channel:
Edit Channel
Ch 00 -->28 <50dBμV
Channel Deleted
When you are at level Edit Channel, by changing the input channel into 0 and save it, then the channel will be deleted.
3.2.2 FM Pre-Ampli
Main Menu FM
Pre-Ampli
FM Pre-Ampli
Off
FM Pre-Ampli
On
The DCF-1 gathers all the FM signals on the air and provides pre-amplifier function for it. The user may choose to turn on/off the function to
have the FM signal quality. The user may refer to the automatic input signal power level measurement when adding a channel to the DCF-1.

Quick Start Guide: DCF-1 •3
3.2.3 Set Country
Main Menu
Set Country
Set Country
AUS
No
Yes ◄
In this section, select the country you are currently at, and the DCF-1 will change the frequency plan accordingly. (Country options: Europe,
Thailand, New Zealand, Australia, Mexico and Brazil.)
3.2.4 Output
Main Menu
Output
Output
Level 93 dBμv
Output
Slope 0 dB
1. Output power level can be adjusted from 93 dBμV ~ 113 dBμV
2. Slope rate can be changed from 0 ~ -9 dB
The Output Level is for the total channel power, the more channels are added to the DCF-1, the lesser output power you should give to each
channel.
3.2.5 FW Version
Main Menu
FW Version
HW: 0.8 MCU: 2.3.2
SW: 2.3.1 (FFFF)
Above display shows the hardware, MCU and software version of the device.
3.2.6 Reset default
Main Menu
Reset default
No ◄
Yes
No
Yes ◄
Rebooting System
Please Wait ...
To reset the DCF-1 to default setting, please follow above steps. By doing so the DCF-1 will erase all of previous programming from the device
permanently. Please note all the information within the DCF-1 will be erased with command, but the user can reload the configuration from
“dcf1_configuration.bin” file within the Download folder if setting has been saved previously.
3.2.7 Lock
Set Pin Code
Lock
Set Pin Code
Set Pin Code
0000
Default pin code: 0000
To avoid unauthorized people changing the settings or unintended maneuver, DCF-1 can be locked with security code.
1. Use Left/Right buttons to move between numbers.
2. Use Up/Down buttons to change the code numbers.
3. When the code has been set up, use the Right button to save changes and leave this level.
4. When the cursor is on the left side, use the Left button to leave this level without any change.
Set Pin Code
Lock
Lock
Enter Password
****
This function is made to protect the settings, after enable this function you will have to enter password every time when you try to operate the
DCF-1.
No Lock
Lock
No Lock
The user may leave the DCF-1 without any protection by choosing above option.
3.2.8 LCD Timeout
Main Menu
LCD Timeout
LCD Timeout
120s ◄
Home screen will automatically turn off in 30 seconds if nothing being ordered, use any key on the key pad to awake the DCF-1.
You can change the timeout setting from 30/60/90/120s.

4 •Quick Start Guide: DCF-1
STANDARD COMMUNICATIONS CONTRACT WARRANTY AGAINST DEFECTS
This warranty against defects is given by Standard Communications
Pty Ltd ACN 000 346 814 (We, us, our or GME). Our contact details
are set out in clause 2.7. This warranty statement only applies to
products purchased in Australia. Please contact your local GME
distributor for products sold outside of Australia. Local distributor
details at www.gme.net.au/export.
1. Consumer guarantees
1.1 Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded
under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled
to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for
compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or
damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the
failure does not amount to a major failure.
1.2 To the extent we are able, we exclude all other conditions,
warranties and obligations which would otherwise be
implied.
2. Warranty against defects
2.1 This warranty is in addition to and does not limit, exclude
or restrict your rights under the Competition and Consumer
Act 2010 (Australia) or any other mandatory protection laws
that may apply.
2.2 We warrant our goods to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for the warranty period (see warranty
table) from the date of original sale (or another period
we agree to in writing). Subject to our obligations under
clause 1.2, we will at our option, either repair or replace
goods which we are satisfied are defective. We warrant
any replacement parts for the remainder of the period of
warranty for the goods into which they are incorporated.
2.3 To the extent permitted by law, our sole liability for breach
of a condition, warranty or other obligation implied by law is
limited
a) in the case of goods we supply, to any one of the following
as we decide -
(i) the replacement of the goods or the supply of
equivalent goods;
(ii) the repair of the goods;
(iii) the cost of repairing the goods or of acquiring
equivalent goods;
b) in the case of services we supply, to any one of the following
as we decide –
(i) the supplying of the services again;
(ii) the cost of having the services supplied again.
2.4 For repairs outside the warranty period, we warrant our repairs
to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for three
months from the date of the original repair. We agree to re-
repair or replace (at our option) any materials or workmanship
which we are satisfied are defective.
2.5 We warrant that we will perform services with reasonable
care and skill and agree to investigate any complaint
regarding our services made in good faith. If we are satisfied
that the complaint is justified, and as our sole liability to
you under this warranty (to the extent permitted at law), we
agree to supply those services again at no extra charge to
you.
2.6 To make a warranty claim you must before the end of the
applicable warranty period (see warranty table), at your
own cost, return the goods you allege are defective, provide
written details of the defect, and give us an original or copy
of the sales invoice or some other evidence showing details
of the transaction.
2.7 Send your claim to:
Standard Communications Pty Ltd.
17 Gibbon Rd, Winston Hills,
NSW 2153 Australia.
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
2.8 If we determine that your goods are defective, we will pay
for the cost of returning the repaired or replaced goods to
you, and reimburse you for your reasonable expenses of
sending your warranty claim to us.
3. What this warranty does not cover
3.1 This warranty will not apply in relation to:
(a) goods modified or altered in any way;
(b) defects and damage caused by use with non Standard
Communications products;
(c) repairs performed other than by our authorised
representative;
(d) defects or damage resulting from misuse, accident, impact or
neglect;
(e) goods improperly installed or used in a manner contrary to
the relevant instruction manual; or
(f) goods where the serial number has been removed or made
illegible.
4. Warranty period
4.1 We provide the following warranty on GME and Kingray
products. No repair or replacement during the warranty
period will renew or extend the warranty period past the
period from original date of purchase.
Product Type Warranty Period
Zinwell DCF-1 1 Year
Specialists in TV signal amplification
A division of Standard Communications Pty Ltd.
Head Office: PO Box 96, Winston Hills, NSW 2153, Australia.
New Zealand: PO Box 58446 Botany, Auckland, 2163,
NZ. T: [phone].
All international enquiries email: [email protected]
DN: 51822-1 PN: 311135