Olin OPVR-1600 User manual

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Safety Instructions
xAlways read the safety instructions carefully
xKeep this User Manual for future reference
xKeep this equipment away from humidity
xLay this equipment on a reliable flat surface before setting it up.
xDo not stand it on soft furnishings.
xIf 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 sign of breakage.
- The equipment has not been working well or you cannot get it work according to User
Manual.
WARNING:
xTo prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the cover or the back of the receiver.
xDo not block the ventilation holes of the device. Leave appropriate gap above and
around it to allow for adequate ventilation.
xDo not place the device in an unventilated cabinet or on top of a unit which emits heat.
xTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or colds.

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Table of Contents
Introduction………………………………………………………………………………….3
Front Panel and Rear Panel Illustration………………………………………………..4
Front Panel……………………………………………………………………………….4
Rear Panel………………………………………………………………………………...4
Remote Control………………………………………………………………..5-6
Installing the Batteries……………………………………………………………7
Connecting to Equipments………………………………………………………8-10
First Time Installation……………………………………………………………11
Basic Operations……………………………………………………………….12-15
Recording Function……………………………………………………………..16
Main Menu……………………………………………………………………..17-18
Menu Tree……………………………………………………………………..18
LIVE TV………………………………………………………………………….19
PVR.…………………………………………………………………………..20-21
Recorded program……………………………………………………………..20
Record timer……………………………………………………………………20
Storage Setting…………………………………………………………………..21
File manager……………………………………………………………………..21
Recording path………………………………………………………………………21
Setting…………………………………………………………………………..22-28
Installation………………………………………………………………………22
Program edit…………………………………………………………………23-24
System setup…………………………………………………………………25-26
User preferences……………………………………………………………….27
Parental control…………………………………………………………………28
Trouble Shooting……………………………………………………………………29
Technical Specification……………………………………………………………30
Version: OPVR-1600_V1.1

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Introduction
This High Definition Digital Terrestrial Receiver is designed to receive terrestrial free-to-air
TV broadcast in Australia. It supports both HD and SD programs, furthermore a HDMI
output ensuring that the end-user's experience is of the highest performance. HDMI output
enables secure transfer of digital signals to the display. In addition, a fully featured
remote control is included that offers you access to every feature with only just a simple
press.
Main Features
zHigh Definition Twin Tuner PVR
zExternal PVR HDD recording via USB
z500GB internal hard disk
zHDMI Digital Connection
zSimultaneous HD output
zVideo output selection: Component (RCA, YPbPr), S-Video, Composite(RCA), HDMI
z1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i video format support
z4:3 / 16:9 Pictures
z7-days Electronic Program Guide(EPG)
zFavorite Channel Editing
zSubtitle support
zCoaxial/Optical Digital Audio Output
zParental Rating Setting
zTime-Zone and daylight-saving time options
zTime-shift Function (enable to pause live TV)
zLow power consumption
zUSB 2.0 Host Interface supports
Package Contents
Before installation, please check the items of the package. The package should contain
the following items:
1.PersonalVideoRecorder(PVR) x1
2.Remotecontrol x 1
3. AAA size battery for the remote control x 2
4.Instructionmanual x 1
5.AVcable x 1
6.YPbPrcable x 1
7.RFcable x 1
8.Warrantycard x 1
9.Quickguide x1

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Front Panel and Rear Panel Illustration
Front Panel
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STANDBY: To turn the standby mode ON/OFF.
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MENU: To enter into the main menu. Press again to exit to previous menu.
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OK: To confirm the selected menu item.
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VOL+/-: To control the level of the volume.
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CH+/-: To change the channel up/down.
Rear Panel
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LOOP IN: RF signal input to connect RF loopback cable.
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ANT OUT: RF signal output to other reception equipment.
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LOOP OUT: RF signal output to connect loop in.
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ANT IN: To connect the antenna.
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USB: The port for software upgrade. (Note: This feature is built-in only for
distributor’s customer support team in the event of restoring the system or repairing.
User is not recommended to perform the firmware upgrading by oneself. Attempt of
doing so may result in unit malfunction.)
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HDMI Video output used to connect to your HDMI device.
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OPTICAL/COAXIAL
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Digital audio output.
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AUDIO L/R
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Audio output to connect to your TV.(Used with YpbPr)
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AUDIO L/R
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Audio output to connect to your TV.(Used with CVBS/S-VIDEO)
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S-VIDEO S-VIDEO output to connect to you TV.
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CVBS CVBS output to connect to your TV.
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12 POWER Switch ON/OFF.
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13 YPbPr High definition video output to connect to your TV.

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Remote control
Remote key functions:
1. POWER
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To turn the standby mode ON/OFF.
2. SUB
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To switch the subtitle ON/OFF.
3. TXT: To switch the Teletext service ON/OFF. (The availability of Teletext is subject to
channel broadcasting in each region.)
4. 4 COLOR KEY
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To assist the operation of the PVR.
5. Numeric buttons (0-9)
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To control the numerical
operation and especially to change program directly.
6. SYS
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To view the software/hardware of the unit.
7. AUDIO: To display the Audio info of the selected
program.
8. VOL+/-: To control the level of the volume.
9. MUTE: To mute or recover the sound of the unit.
10. MENU
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To enter into the main menu, Press again to
exit to previous menu.
11.
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:To change the program up /down or to move the
program up/down in the menu mode.
12. RECALL:
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To return to view the previous program.
13. FAV: To access and exit the favorite programs list.
14. CH/LIST:To call out the program list.
15. ASPECT: To change aspect ratio(16:9, 4:3 letter box,
Pan Scan).
16. FORMAT
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To switch the different resolution (1080i,
720Pˈ576P supported).
17. PLAY:To play a record or resume time shift.
18. PAUSE
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To pause the current program when press
once and continue playing when press again.
19. FIRST:To go to the starting point of a program (in
time shift or PVR mode).
20. REW: To rewind playing record or time shift (support
2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 32X).
21. PVR:To enter record program list.
22. EPG
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Electronic Program Guide
23. INFO: To display the current program information.
24. TIMESHIFT: To open / close the time shift.
25. CH+/-: To change the program upward/downward.
26. SETUP: System setup.
27. EXIT: To cancel operation or exit the menu directly.
28. OK
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To confirm the selected menu item / to open the program list.
29. ൖ൘:To control the level of the volume/to move left/right in menu mode.
30. SIGNAL: To show the quality / level of signal.
31. PAGE UP:To enter into the next / previous page.

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Remote control
32. TV/R: To switch the program between TV and Radio.
33. PAGE DOWN:To enter into the next / previous page.
34. TIEMR: To add a new timer.
35. REC
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To start an instant record on current channel.
36. STOP: To stop the existing program (recording, time shift).
37. END: To go to the end of the program.
38. FF: To forward playing record or time shift (support 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 32X).

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Installing the Batteries
Remove the battery cover from the remote control and put two AAA 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 the remote controller is not in use for an extended period, please 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.
Note: If the unit does not work when using the remote control from a close range, it is
required to replace the batteries.
Using the Remote Control
1. To use the remote control, point it towards the front of this unit.
2. The remote control has a range of up to 7 meters from the PVR at an angle of up to 30
degrees.
3. The remote control will not work 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
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ˍG 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.
ˍViewers in areas of poor analog reception may need special advice about antenna
requirements for digital reception in their area.
ˍIt’s recommended that viewers use quad shielded cable from the antenna to the
television.
Connections to a TV
There are several ways of connecting this unit to the TV and Hi-Fi System. For high
definition viewing your TV must support 576p, 720p and 1080i resolution. Also the
connection between this unit and TV must be YPbPr component, or HDMI. Other
connection will provide standard definition viewing.
Warning
Please switch OFF the mains power before plugging or unplugging connection cables,
otherwise, it may damage this unit!
Connect the unit via Audio/CVBS/S-VIDEO
(for standard definition viewing)
1. Connect the antenna with ANT IN of the unit.
2. Connect the RF loop cable via LOOP IN and LOOP OUT.
3. Connect the unit via CVBS/ S-Video/Audio L/R.

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Connecting to Equipments
Connect the unit via YPbPr output and Audio output
(for high definition viewing)
1. Connect the antenna with ANT IN of the unit.
2. Connect the RF loop cable via LOOP IN and LOOP OUT.
3. Connect the unit to TV via YPbPr cable as the following figure.
Connect the unit via HDMI output (for high definition viewing)
1. Connect the antenna with ANT IN of the unit.
2. Connect the RF loop cable via LOOP IN and LOOP OUT.
3. Connect the unit to TV via HDMI Cable as the following figure.

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Connecting to Equipments
Audio connections via Optical/Coaxial/Mixed Audio L/R Output
1. Connect the antenna with ANT IN of the unit.
2. Connect the RF loop cable via LOOP IN and LOOP OUT.
3. Connect the unit to TV via AV cable as the following figure.

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First Time Installation
Note: Be sure to turn on the main power at the rear of the unit before using it.
After all the connections have been made properly, switch on your TV. Make sure the unit
is connected to the power supply and press Power on the remote control to switch on the
unit. If you are using the unit for the first time or restored to factory default, a First Time
Installation menu will be displayed to guide you through the initial setup to set the time
zone, the daylight saving, the TV screen type and scan channels. Please use the remote
controller to finish the setup.
When the scanning is finished, all found active channels 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 already found channels will be stored).
Now you are ready to watch digital terrestrial TV channels and listen to radio broadcasts.
To skip the First Time Installation screen, you can press MENU/EXIT key to bring up the
main menu (please refer to page 17 for operation guidance)

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Basic Operations
Switch Program
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 CH+/- on the front panel of the unit to change the
available channels upward/downward.
3. Press the RECALL key to view the previous selected channel.
Volume control
1. Press the ൖ൘ key on the remote control, front panel or VOL+/- 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 pressൖ൘key.
Note: MUTE key is also valid in menu /EPG / Program list etc.
Change an audio language and audio mode
Press the AUDIO key on the remote control to select the audio control menu, press the
ൖ൘,, OK keys to select an audio language you want. Press 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, Pan Scan).
Change video resolution
Press FORMAT key to set the video resolution mode (1080i, 720Pˈ576P).
Note: this unit is default set to 1080i.
Change TV/Radio mode
Press TV/RADIO key to change the program mode between TV and Radio.
Note: The voice will appear after 5 seconds in the Radio mode.
View program info
1. Press INFO key to view the brief introduction of current program.
2. Press INFO/ EXIT to exit view.

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Basic Operations
Subtitle
Press SUB key to switch subtitle on/off.
Note: the availability of subtitle depends on the program providers.
Teletext service
1. Press TXT key to open a teletext page (if the teletext is transmitted)
2. Press EXIT key again or press EXIT key to close the teletext.
Note: The availability of Teletext is subject to channel broadcasting in each region.
SYS
1. Press SYS key to view the software/hardware of the unit.
2. Press EXIT or SYS key to exit.
FAV
1. Press FAV key to view the favorite channel.
2. Press key to select you want, press OK / FAV key to play full-screen.
CH.LIST
1. Press CH.LIST key to view TV List / Radio List.
2. Press key to select, press OK key to confirm and play full-screen.
Timer
Press TIMER key to view record timer menu.
PVR
Press PVR key to enter record program list.
REC
Press REC key to start an instant record on current channel.
PLAY
Press PLAY key to start to play a record or resume time shift.
PAUSE
Press PAUSE key to pause to play or start time shift function.
STOP
Press STOP key to stop running current program (recording, time shift).
FIRST
Press FIRST key to go to the starting point of a program (in time shift or PVR mode).

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Basic Operations
REW
Press REW key to rewind playing record or time shift (Support 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 32X).
FF
Press FF key to forward playing record or time shift (Support 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X, 32X).
END
Press END key to go to the end of the program.
Note: Pressing FIRST or REW key is non-effective at this point.
TIMESHIFT
Press TIMESHIFT to open /close the time shift.
SETUP
Press SETUP to set the system directly.
SIGNAL
Press SIGNAL to show the quality / level of the signal.

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Basic Operations
EPG (Electronic Program Guide)
1. Press EPG key to view the EPG information that is provided by the content providers.
2. Press

key to view the event information such as event name and event time.
3. Press൘key to view the event information of the next day, pressൖto view the event
information of the previous day.
4. Press YELLOW key to set pre-record, press

key to select the options: Record
Once, Record Everyday, Record Weekly.Press OK key to confirm and an icon will
appear. Press yellow key again, the icon will disappear.
5. Press BLUE key to view the detail of the current event, press OK key to view the brief
information of the current event.
6. Press EPG key again or press EXIT key to exit the menu.

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Recording Function
Instant Recording
1. Press REC key to pop up a box, press

ൖ൘keys to
select the options˖30M, 1H, 2H, infinite. Press OK key
to confirm and start recording in Live TV mode. A
Hard disk symbol with recorded time indicator will be
shown on the top-left of the screen. The symbol will
disappear after 15 seconds while the recording is still
in prograss. Press INFO key to show it again.
2. Press STOP key to stop recording, recorded clips can
be viewed from the PVR menu.
Note:
1. During recording, you can change to watch other channels at your decision, recording
will continue in the background.
2. Press the POWER key on the RCU, the unit will switch to standby mode. If the
recording timer list is not empty, the unit will wake up 4 minutes before the scheduled
recording time unless there is less than 5 minutes left before the scheduled recording
time when you press the POWER key, in this case, the unit will switch to active standby
mode and start recording at exactly the scheduled recording time.
3. It does not support subtitles during recording programs.
4.To avoid any unnecessary damage to hard disc, do not cut the power during the
recording, time shift, format or any operation on disc.
5. If the loop through cable is not attached to the unit properly, the unit won’t record.
Time Shift
1. Press PAUSE to play or start time shift function in Live TV Mode, time shift function up
to half hour.
2. Press PAUSE key again to pause the screen while playing in time shift mode.
3. Press FF key to circulate between 2X, 4X, 8X, 16X,
32X fast forward & play mode.
4. Press REW key to circulate between 2X, 4X, 8X,
16X, 32X fast rewind & play mode.
5. Press PREV key to reach the start of the program.
6. Press NEXT key to reach the end of the program.
7. Press STOP key to stop time shift and return to live
TV mode.
Note:
1. Only VOL, MUTE and REC keys are functional in Time Shift mode. If you press other
keys, there will appear a board “Time shift is on, please press STOP key first!”
2. Pressing PLAY key is invalid during the first 5 seconds in Time Shift mode.

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Main Menu
This section guides you to walk through of all options on the Menu screen.
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Navigation in the Main Menu
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1. Press MENU key to bring up the main menu or return previous.
2. Press key to move upward/down to the sub menu.
3. Press OK/൘key to enter into the sub menu you select, pressൖkey to return main
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4. Press EXITGkey to exit the main menu.
Note: While in sub-menu, press MENU to return to upper level, press EXIT key to go back
to TV program.
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The main menu has 4 sections; please refer to the menu tree in the next page.
Live TV
EPG
PVR
SETTING
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Main Menu
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LIVE TV
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Live TV
1. Go to Main menu > Live TV.
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2. Press OK key to view TV program list.
3. Press key to select the program you want and press OK key to confirm.
4. Press EXIT key to exit all menu or press MENU key to return to the previous menu.
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