Strong SRT 5494T User manual

High Definition
Digital Video Recorder
User’s Manual

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Safety Instructions
Always read the safety instructions carefully
Keep this User Manual for future reference
Keep the receiver away from humidity
Position the receiver on a stable flat surface before setting it up.
Do not place the receiver on soft furnishings.
If any of the following situations arise, please have the equipment checked by a service
technician:
- The receiver has been exposed to moisture.
- The receiver has been dropped and damaged.
- The receiver has obvious sign of breakage.
- The receiver has not been working well or you cannot get it work according to User
Manual.
WARNING:
To prevent the risk of electric shock, do not open the cover or the back of the receiver.
Do not block the ventilation holes of the receiver. Leave appropriate gap above and
around it to allow for adequate ventilation.
Do not place the receiver in an unventilated cabinet or on top of a unit which emits heat.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the receiver to moisture.

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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 Equipment………………………………………………………8-10
First Time Installation……………………………………………………………11
Basic Operations……………………………………………………………….12-15
Recording Function……………………………………………………………..16
Main Menu……………………………………………………………………..17-18
Menu Tree… … … … …… … … … …… … … …… … … … … …… … … …… … ..18
LIVE TV………………………………………………………………………….19
DVR.…………………………………………………………………………..20-21
Accessing Record Program………………………………………………………..20
Record timer……………………………………………………………………20-21
Storage Setting…………………………………………………………………..21
File Manager……………………………………………………………………..21-22
Recording path………………………………………………………………………22
Setting…………………………………………………………………………..23-29
Installation………………………………………………………………………23
Program edit…………………………………………………………………24-25
Output Setting & Timer Setup…………………………………………………26-27
User preferences……………………………………………………………….27-28
Parental control…………………………………………………………………29
Trouble Shooting……………………………………………………………………30
Technical Specification……………………………………………………………31

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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
High Definition Twin Tuner DVR
External DVR HDD recording via USB
1TB internal hard disk
HDMI Digital Connection
Simultaneous HD output
Video output selection: Component (RCA, YPbPr), S-Video, Composite(RCA), HDMI
1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i video format support
4:3 / 16:9 Pictures
7-days Electronic Program Guide(EPG)
Favorite Channel Editing
Subtitle support
Coaxial/Optical Digital Audio Output
Parental Rating Setting
Time-Zone and daylight-saving time options
Time-shift Function (enable to pause live TV)
Low power consumption MEPS
USB 2.0 Host Interface support
Package Contents
Before installation, please check the items of the package. The package should contain
the following items:
1. Digital Video Recorder (DVR) x 1
2. Remote control x 1
3. Instruction manual x 1
4. AV cable x 1
5. YPbPr cable x 1
6. RF cable x 1

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Front Panel and Rear Panel Illustration
Front Panel
①STANDBY: To turn the standby mode ON/OFF.
②MENU: To enter the main menu. Press again to exit to previous menu.
③OK: To confirm the selected menu item.
④CH+/-: To change the channel up/down.
⑤VOL+/-: To control the level of the volume.
Rear Panel
①LOOP IN: RF signal input to connect RF loopback cable.
②ANT OUT: RF signal output to other reception equipment.
③LOOP OUT: RF signal output to connect loop in.
④ANT IN: To connect the antenna.
⑤USB: The port for software upgrade.
⑥HDMI Video output used to connect to your HDMI device.
⑦OPTICAL/COAXIAL Digital audio output.
⑧AUDIO L/R Audio output to connect to your TV.(Used with YpbPr)
⑨AUDIO L/R Audio output to connect to your TV.(Used with CVBS/S-VIDEO)
⑩S-VIDEO S-VIDEO output to connect to you TV.
⑪CVBS 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：To turn the standby mode ON/OFF.
2. 4 COLORED KEYS：Used in DVR function.
3. Numeric buttons (0-9) ：To enter numeric options in
menus and to enter a channel number directly.
4. MENU：To enter into the main menu, Press again to
return to previous menu.
5. ▲▼: To change the program up or down or to move the
selection up/down in the menu mode.
6. OK: To confirm the selected menu item or to open the
program list.
7. CH+/-: To change the channel up or down.
8. SYS：To view the software/hardware info of the unit.
9. RECALL: To view the previous program.
10. FAV: To access and exit the favorite programs list.
11. CH/L: To view the list of programs.
12. ASPECT: To change aspect ratio(16:9, 4:3 letter box,
Pan Scan)
13. FORMAT：To switch between the different video
resolution options (1080i, 720P，576P, 576i supported).
14. PLAY: To play a recorded program or to resume time
shift.
15. PAUSE：To pause the current program and activate
timeshift or recorded program during playback. Press again
to resume program or playback.
16. SKIP BACK: To skip back 30 seconds during playback of a recorded program (in
Time Shift and DVR mode).
17. REW: To rewind a recorded program during playback or time shift (supported 2X, 4X,
8X, 16X, 32X).
18. MUTE: To mute the sound, press again to restore sound.
19. SCAN: To perform a full Auto Scan of channels.
20. SUB：To switch the subtitles ON/OFF.
21. EPG：To access Electronic Program Guide
22. DVR: To enter the recorded programs list.
23. EXIT: To cancel an operation or exit the menu directly.
24. INFO: To display the current program information.
25. ◀▶:To control the level of the volume or to move left/right in menu mode.
26. VOL+/-: To control the level of the volume, up or down.
27. TIMESHIFT: To activate and cancel time shift feature.
28. AUDIO: To display the Audio info of the selected program.
29. PAGE UP:To move to the next or previous page.
30. TV/R: To switch between TV and Radio programs.

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Remote control
31. PAGE DOWN:To move to the next or previous page.
32. TIMER: To add a new timer for recording.
33. REC：To start an instant recording on current channel.
34. STOP: To stop playback of recorded program or to stop time shift.
35. SKIP FWD: To skip forward 30 seconds during playback of a recorded program (in
Time Shift and DVR mode).
36. FF: Tomove forward a recorded program during playback 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 a
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, please
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 DVR 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 Equipment
How to get good reception
•In general you are not required to change the existing antenna. However if your antenna
is not in good condition you should consider replacing it to ensure uninterrupted digital
television viewing.
•Viewers in areas of poor analog reception may need special advice about antenna
requirements for digital reception in their area.
•It’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 only.
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.