Palsonic HDD320G User manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Be sure to read this user manual
before starting your operation.
6. Install the unit horizontally.
Unbalanced installation may cause
damaged to unit.
2. Never open the cover. It is very
dangerous to touch the inside of the unit
due to possible electric shock.
7. When the unit is suddenly moved to a
hot area from a cold area, it may cause
problems. In that case, turn off the
power, and turn on after 1-2 hours.
3. When you don’t use this unit for a
long time, please pull the power cord
from the outlet. Also do not use a
damaged power cord.
8.Install the unit in a place with:
good ventilation
suitable temperature
no direct sunrays
low humidity
low vibration influence
4. Do not touch the power with wet
hand. If there is liquid flowing into the
unit, pull out the power cord immediately
because it may cause fire or electric
shock.
9. Do not put heavy objects on the unit.
5. Place the unit in a well ventilated and
no heat environment.

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Instruction Markings:
This symbol indicates there is a dangerous voltage within the PVR, which may have
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock if not handled correctly. To
avoid the risk of electric shock, do not open the housing at any time.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage”within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk to
persons.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................1
Instruction Markings: .............................................................................................2
GENERAL INFORMATION......................................................................................5
1. Preface.............................................................................................................. 5
2. Main Features ................................................................................................... 5
3. Accessories....................................................................................................... 7
4. General Operation of STB................................................................................. 7
OVERVIEW ..............................................................................................................8
1. Front Panel........................................................................................................ 8
2. Rear Panel ........................................................................................................ 9
3. Remote Control Unit........................................................................................ 10
4. Connection Diagram........................................................................................ 13
OPERATION ..........................................................................................................16
1. Installation ....................................................................................................... 16
1.1 Auto Search............................................................................................... 17
1.2 Manual Search........................................................................................... 17
1.3 Channel Edit .............................................................................................. 18
1.4 Factory Default .......................................................................................... 19
2. Program Guide................................................................................................ 19
3. Program Manage ............................................................................................ 20
3.1 Program Edit.............................................................................................. 20
3.2 Favorite Edit .............................................................................................. 21
4. Program Select ............................................................................................... 23
5. PVR................................................................................................................. 24
5.1 Record File Edit ......................................................................................... 24
5.2 Schedule.................................................................................................... 25
5.3 PVR Setting ............................................................................................... 26
5.4 Recording Info ........................................................................................... 26
5.5 HDD Format .............................................................................................. 27

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6. System Setting ................................................................................................ 27
6.1 Common Set.............................................................................................. 27
6.2 Video Set ................................................................................................... 28
6.3 Audio Set ................................................................................................... 28
6.4 Time Zone Adjust....................................................................................... 28
6.5 System Information.................................................................................... 28
7. Shortcut Key Explanations .............................................................................. 29
7.1 Audio ......................................................................................................... 29
7.2 MUTE ........................................................................................................ 29
7.3 TeleText..................................................................................................... 29
7.4 Information................................................................................................. 30
7.5 EPG and EPG Schedule............................................................................ 30
7.6 Recall the favorite channel ........................................................................ 30
7.7 (HDD) File List ........................................................................................... 31
7.8 PVR ASSIST ............................................................................................. 31
7.9 Time shift ................................................................................................... 31
7.10 REC ......................................................................................................... 32
7.11 File playback............................................................................................ 33
7.12 Bookmark ................................................................................................ 35
SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................36
TROUBLE SHOOTING ..........................................................................................38

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GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Preface
Thank you for your purchasing our products.
This HDPVR is equipped with the latest technology and design; it can decode high
and standard definition digital TV programs, and can also record and playback
terrestrial digital broadcasts. You can view a variety of programs provided through
terrestrial. Simply pressing the power button of the remote control unit, the crystal
clear picture and DVD quality sound of digital broadcasting that your TV portrays
through this product, allows you to watch whatever channel you wish off the digital
broadcasting network.
Throughout this manual you will notice that the operation is easy to use.
In case you experience any difficulties using this product, please consult the
relevant section of the manual for assistance.
2. Main Features
MPEG-2 HD/SD decoding (MP@HL/ML)
Fully DVB-T & MPEG-2 compliant
Down-mixes 5.1 AC3 to two channels encoded with Dolby Prologic Surround, also
Support PCM digital audio output (Bitstream)
5000 Editable Channels
Auto or Manual installation
Electronic Program Guide and Information Plate (EPG)
RF modulator for TV standard (PAL B/G, NTSC)
Digital Audio Output S/P DIF

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Signal level & quality indicator
Composite video output
Auto PAL/ NTSC conversion
Standby with low power consumption
Clock adjustment
Excellent Performance
Fast Channel Change
Conversion between SD programs and HD programs
YPbPr Output: supporting 1080i
HDMI output: supporting 1080i
Digital Reception covers through VHF & UHF band
Wide screen 16:9 and normal 4:3 Aspect Ratio
Bandwidth of 6MHz & 7MHz & 8MHz Supported
TeleText / Bitmap subtitle, compliant with ETSI/EN300 472
S/P DIF (Digital Audio or Dolby AC3 Stream out)
RTC (Real Time Clock) Timer
65536 Color Graphic
8 Favorite Channel List
Channel Editing Capability (Move, Delete, complied Lock and etc.)
PVR Functions and Twin Tuner Function
Time shift (buffering): 1 Hours
Recording Time: up to 100 Hours (Depend on HDD)
Variable Forward Play Speed: 2, 4, 8, 16, 32，1/2, 1/4, 1/8
Variable Reverse Play Speed: 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8
Fast Schedule: Support Once/Daily/Weekly mode
Region Selection for Replay
Variable Combination of Watching and Recording Simultaneously
Live Watching or Recording + Live Watching or Recording or HDD Playback
Grouping for Cascade Playing
Particular tips to help you

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3. Accessories
Please check the following accessories are enclosed
1 x User Manual
1 x Remote Control Unit
2 x AAA Batteries
1x AV Cable
Note: If any of the accessories listed above are missing, please contact the dealer
where this product was initially purchased.
4. General Operation of STB
Throughout this manual you will notice that the everyday operation of your STB is
based on a series of user friendly on screen display and menus. These menus will
help you get the most from your STB, guiding you through installation, channel
organizing, viewing and many other functions.
All functions can be carried out using the buttons on the RCU, and some of the
functions can also be carried out using the buttons on the front panel.
Should you experience any difficulties with the operation of your unit, please consult
the relevant section of this manual, including the Problem Shooting, or alternatively
call your dealer or a customer service adviser.
NOTE:
Please be aware that new software may change the functionality of the STB.
The photo and the function explanation involved in this specification are for
reference only. If there is any mistake, please refer to the entity.

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OVERVIEW
1. Front Panel
NAME FUNCTION
MENU Press to display the Main Menu on the screen
OK Connect to terrestrial antenna
CH When watching, change to the previous or next
channel, or move to the next higher or lower item in the
menu.

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2. Rear Panel
NAME FUNCTION
2 LOOP OUT IF Loop through output to 2nd receiver
1 LOOP OUT IF Loop through output to 2nd receiver
2 ANT IN Connect to terrestrial antenna
1 ANT IN Connect to terrestrial antenna
R-AUDIO Right audio output
L-AUDIO Left audio output
CVBS Composite video output
S/P DIF Connect to amplifier for digital audio output
RS232 Serial port used for software upgrade
HDMI HDMI video output, supporting high definition output
YPbPr Component video output. Supports high definition
output
100-240V Power supply
ON/OFF Main power switch

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3. Remote Control Unit

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STB POWER: Press to switch between Operation and Standby modes
MUTE: Press to temporarily cut off the sound
AUDIO: Switch the audio channel among the Left, Right and Stereo modes
0-9 : Enter required numbers in the input box or select a channel to watch
P+/-: Press to scroll page down or up
LAST: Returns to previous program.
INFO: Press to show information of the current channel
: Move cursor up/down/left/right, Page up/down, Volume +/-
OK: Press to execute the selected item in the menu, or to confirm the desired
value in input mode
MENU: Press to display the Main Menu on the screen
EPG: Press to display EPG (Electronic Program Guide) menu
FAV: Press to display the FAV list
EXIT: Press to return to the previous menu or escape from the item
PVR Functions:
LIST: Press to display the Recorded Program List.
TEXT: Press to enter the teletext window
CC: Used to turn Closed Caption subtitles on or off
PVR/ASSIST：Press to display the PVR Assist window.
FIRST: Change playback position (backward).
SET MARK: Set the bookmark in playback process bar.
PLAY MARK: Press to jump to the next bookmark in playback process bar.
END: Change playback position (Forward).
PLAY: Return to Normal Speed Playback from FF/FB/Slow/Paused mode.
PAUSE: Pause from live video or playback, step when playback in Paused mode.
STOP: Stop playback when playback or stop recording when recording.
RECORD:Record current service or set stop recording time when recording.
REW: Fast rewind
F.F: Fast forward
SLOW: Press to slow at 1/2, 1/4, speed
TIMER RECORD: Shortcut to schedule recording.

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The Learning Key
Your PVR remote has four learning keys plus a self-coding function. The keys can
be used for the STB remote to function as any of the four keys on your TV remote.
The recommended keys to use are “TV POWER”, the two grey keys below ”TV/AV”,
and “SET”. The identification of ”TV/AV” key varies with the TV type. For example,
identifying AV, INPUT 123, etc.
You do not need to use your TV remote when watching the digital TV program and
services once your PVR remote has been set up to turn on your TV and change to
the correct AV channel.
Instructions to use the STB RCU learning keys:
1. Press “SET” key to keep for more than three seconds, indicator light will keep on;
2. The TV RCU aims to “receiving window” on the STB RCU, and press the STB
RCU key to do learning. (Such as power key on the TV RCU);
3. The indicator light of the STB RCU flashes three times, and it indicates that the
STB RCU has received signal from the TV RCU;
4. And press corresponding learning keys on “TV key” window of the STB RCU
again (such as power key), the indicator light will plash three times, and then
extinguish. It indicates that the key has learned successfully and is ready to use.
5. When pressing keys on the “TV key” window of the STB RCU, the indicator light
will flash. It indicates that the STB RCU is to control the TV. It is the same as the
VOL+, VOL- and TV/AV keys.
Appendix :
1. When watching TV pressing “INFO’ key on the RCU, the information of the
current and next channel, such as name, starting time and ending time, will be
displayed on the screen. The message will disappear automatically in several
seconds. And also press “exit” to cancel.
2. The description information of the current channel will be displayed on the screen
in several seconds with by pressing “INFO” again. And then press “exit” to enter the
full-screen mode to watch TV program.

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4. Connection Diagram
There are various ways to connect your PVR to your TV.
Important: To make use of the twin tuner functionality built-in to your PVR, you must
ensure that you connect the supplied RF crossover lead from LOOP OUT 1 To ANT
IN 2.
A). Using HDMI Cable
HDMI is the recommended connection for your PVR (if you have a TV with an HDMI
input). An HDMI connection will allow you to transmit 1080i digital video and digital
audio signals using a single lead.
1). Connect the antenna to ANT IN of the STB.
2). Connect one end of your HDMI lead to the PVR and the other end to the HDMI
port on your TV.

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B). Connect YPbPr port
1). Connect the antenna to ANT IN of the STB.
2). Connect to TV as following figure..

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C). Using RCA cable
1). Connect the antenna to ANT IN of the STB.
2). Connect to TV by using the supplied AV lead as shown:

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OPERATION
In normal view mode, pressing the MENU key will display the main menu. And keep
pressing the Exit key will exit each sub-menu until going back to the normal view.
This menu consists of five menu items as shown below.
Installation
Program Guide
Program Manage
Program Select
PVR
System Setting
Use the ▲▼ keys to move up or down from one item to another. Press the OK key
on your remote to enter the selected sub-menu.
To escape the menu system at anytime, press EXIT on the remote
Note: When in sub-menus, pressing the EXIT key will take you back one-step
through the sub-menus. To completely exit from the menu, keep pressing the EXIT
key on your remote.
1. Installation
The Installation menu allows two ways to search
for programs: Auto Search and Manual Search.

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1.1 Auto Search
For beginners, the Auto Search feature is the
best choice. First use ▲▼ Keys to select Auto
Search from the Installation menu. Then press
OK to enter into Auto Search sub-menu. The
system will automatically search programs
under Channel Edit. Once the search is
complete, the newly found programs will be
added to the TV program list and your PVR will
automatically display the first found channel.
During the search process you may press the
EXIT key to stop or press the OK key to skip.
Press EXIT key again to exit from this window.
1.2 Manual Search
You can set parameters in Manual Search window if you are familiar with relevant
parameters. In this mode, only one channel, whose necessary parameters are set in
Manual Search window by hand, can be searched.
Channel No. : Press key to select proper
option among the Channel List that you can edit
in Channel Edit window.
Frequency: The value varies with what you
have selected in Channel No.
Bandwidth: Press keys to choice 6M, 7M
or 8M.
At the bottom of this window, there are two
dynamic color bars reflecting the signal’s quality
and strength. You can check whether you have
set the antenna well by these two bars.
After modifying, press OK key to start searching.
Searching well, system will turn to view first
searched program automatically.

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1.3 Channel Edit
Select Channel Edit item in the Installation
menu and press OK key. Then Channel Edit
window will be displayed on the screen. From
here, new channel can be added and the
existing ones can be edited or deleted.
You can use the color keys on the REMOTE to
execute the corresponding command shown at
the bottom of this window.
Add (Red key) Delete (Green key) Modify (Yellow key)
Add
After pressing red key on the REMOTE, the Add
Channel window, where you can set necessary
parameters of the new channel, will be
displayed on the screen.
Frequency: You can input values referring to
above by using the number keys on the
REMOTE.
Bandwidth: Press keys to choice 6M, 7M
or 8M.
Have all above parameters set well, press OK
key to confirm and exit from the Add Channel
window. In Channel Edit window, you can find
that the new channel has been added to end of
the list.
Delete
This command allows you to delete one or more unwanted channels. Select the
channel you want to delete and press green key on the REMOTE, you will find the
channel have been deleted from the channel list.

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Note: After you choose to delete the channel (press the green key), the system
won’t ask you to confirm your deletion. So please make sure before you delete the
channel.
Modify
Select the channel you want to edit first and then press yellow key to display Modify
Channel window. The operations are the same as “Add”.
1.4 Factory Default
In Installation menu, move cursor to Factory
Default item and press OK key, a warning
message box will be displayed on the screen,
press OK key to ensure the default.
NOTE: After restoring default, all programs you
have searched will be erased and all
parameters will return to the factory default.
Please use this operation with care.
2. Program Guide
NOTE: Press EPG key on the REMOTE, will
also enter into Program Guide window directly.
In Program Guide window, the up-right small
Picture in Graphics (PIG) and down-right
program guide list vary with what you have
selected in left TV program list. Use keys
to move cursor between TV program List and
downright list, and ▲▼ keys to move up or
down in each list.
The selected TV program’s EPG is displayed in the down-right list.
Recall key is used to switch among EPG of several future days.