Strong SRT 6825 User manual

Table of Contents
1.0 Usage 3
1.1 Safety Instructions 4
1.2 Features & Accessories 5
1.3 Safety Precautions 6
1.4 Storage 7
1.5 Equipment Set-up 7
2.0 Your Receiver 8
2.1 Front Panel 8
2.2 Rear Panel 8
3.0 Connections 9
3.1 Connecting to your TV & VCR 9
3.1.1 Basic connection with a Scart cable 9
3.1.2 Advanced connection 10
3.1.3 Connection with Audio Cable RCA Connectors 10
3.1.4 Connecting a serial cable 10
3.2 Connecting to a satellite dish 10
3.2.1 Connecting a fixed satellite dish to your receiver 10
3.2.2 Connecting multiple fixed dishes to your receiver using
a DiSEqC1.0 switch 11
3.2.3 Connecting a dish on a motorized positioner
to your receiver 11
4.0 Quick start 12
5.0 Navigating in the menu 14
5.1 Main Menu 14
5.1.1 Channel Organizer Menu 15
5.1.2 Favourite Organizer Menu 19
5.1.3 The Timer Menu 20
5.1.4 The Installation Menu 21
5.1.4.1 System Set-up Menu 21
5.1.4.2 LNB Set-up 25
5.1.4.3 Channel Set-up 26
5.1.4.3.1 Positioner Set-up (if you are using a Motorised positioner with
DiSEqC1.2) 29
5.1.4.4 Parental Lock - Changing PIN Code 30
5.1.5 Smartcard 32
6.0 Remote Control - Basic functions 33
A.1 Troubleshooting 36
A.2 Glossary of terms 38
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Thank you for choosing this Strong Digital Satellite Receiver. This receiver is of our latest
development and it is designed to be capable of upgrading its software through the satellite.
It is highly recommended that you read this manual carefully to safely install your receiver
and to achieve its optimum performance.
1.0 Usage
This user manual is applicable for Strong SRT 6825 Digital Satellite Receiver with
Embedded Mediaguard and its related accessories. It is advised that first-time and
experienced users read this manual in order to safely install the receiver.
Strong has supplied this product with the most recent innovations of software and hardware.
Strong reserves the right to make changes in production to the software used by your
satellite receiver without prior notification.

1.1 Safety Instructions:
Warning:
DO NOT INSTALL YOUR RECEIVER
In a closed or poorly ventilated cabinet;
Directly on top of or under any another equipment;
On a surface which might obstruct the ventilation slots.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE RECEIVER OR ITS ACCESSORIES:
To direct sunlight or near any other equipment that generates heat;
To rain or intense moisture.
To any shock which may cause permanent damage to your receiver;
To any magnetic objects, such as loudspeakers, transformers, etc.;
To intense vibration.
Never open the cover. It is dangerous to touch the inside of the receiver due to
high voltage currents and possible electrical hazards. Your warranty will be void
if the receiver has been opened.
When the receiver is not used for a long period of time, you should unplug the
power cord from the wall socket.
Do not use a damaged power cord. It may cause a fire or an electrical shock.
Do not touch a power cord with wet hands. It may cause an electric shock.
Place the receiver in a well-ventilated environment.
When you are connecting the cables, be sure that the receiver is disconnected
from the mains supply voltage.
Do not use your receiver in humid environment.
Make sure you read this user manual before installing your receiver.
This manual provides complete instructions for installing and using this receiver.
The following symbols will be used as follows:
Bold Characters: Represents a button on the remote control or the receiver.
Italic Characters: Represents a menu item within the On Screen Display (OSD) Menu
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1.2 Features & Accessories
SRT 6825 Digital Satellite Receiver with Embedded Mediaguard:
Embedded Mediaguard decoder
Single SmartCard reader
Easy to use Graphic MENU Interface
Multi-lingual support on screen Menu: English, Dutch, German, French, Italian,
Spanish, Polish, Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Danish, Turkish, Farsian, Arabic
RS 232 port for service purpose
Supports DiSEqC 1.0/1.1/1.2
2-SCART Connectors (TV, VCR)
2 RCA Connectors (Audio Left/Right)
Remote control with 4 coloured function buttons
Editing Functions (TV or Radio Channel, Channel Name, PID, Transponder Name)
EPG (Electronic Program Guide) for on screen program information
Over 4.000 channels memory capacity
Memory for Multi-satellite reception (up to 64)
Four Favourite lists, for both TV and Radio
Digital Tuner with Loop-through output
SCPC/MCPC Receivable from C/KU-band Satellite
MPEG-2 Main Profile at Main Level
Teletext Supported Through VBI
Supports software downloading via satellite (O.T.A.)
Accessories
User's Manual
Remote control unit
2x Batteries (AAA type)
Note: The batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, electrically short-circuited or
be mixed or used with other types of batteries.

1.3 Safety Precautions
To maintain your receiver's optimum performance, you are advised to apply the following
safety precautions:
Read this manual carefully and make sure you fully understand the instructions
given.
Refer all maintenance or servicing to suitably qualified personnel
If you wish, you may clean your receiver with a soft lint-free cloth slightly made
damp with a mild soap solution, only after disconnecting from the mains voltage
supply.
Do not use alcohol or ammonia based liquids to clean the receiver.
Do not open the receiver cover, as you will be exposed to a shock hazard
Do not open the receiver cover this will void your warranty.
Do not place any objects on top of the receiver because this might prevent proper
cooling of the components inside.
Make sure no foreign objects fall through the ventilation slots because this could
cause fire or an electric shock.
Wait a few seconds after switching off the receiver before you move the receiver
or disconnect any equipment;
Please ensure that that the electrical power supply corresponds with the voltage
on the electrical identification plate at the back of the receiver.
It is a necessity that you only use an approved extension and compatible wiring
that is suitable for the electrical power consumption of the installed equipment.
If the receiver does not operate normally even after strictly following the
instructions in this user manual, it is recommended to consult your dealer.
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1.4 Storage
Your receiver and its accessories are stored and delivered in a well protective packaging
against electric shocks and moisture. When unpacking it, make sure that all the parts are
included and keep packaging away from children. When transporting the receiver from
one place to another or if you are returning it under warranty make sure to store the
receiver in its original packaging with its accessories. Failing to comply with such packaging
procedures could void your warranty.
1.5 Equipment Set-up
We recommend you to consult a professional installer to set up your equipment.
Otherwise, please follow the following instructions:
Refer to the user manual of your TV and dish.
Make sure that the 220 Volts cable is in a good condition.
Make sure that the outdoor components of the dish are in good condition.
Make sure that the LNB in the dish is connected with the correct I.F. coaxial
cable (75 Ohm) and that the connectors are mounted correctly.

2.0 Your Receiver
2.1 Front Panel (Please see inside cover Figure 1)
1. Power Button
Turns the receiver ON/Stand-by
2. Channel UP/DOWN Buttons
Move the channels UP/DOWN or Move the cursor UP/DOWN in Menu state.
3. Stand-by / Power on (2 LED)
The red LED is the “stand-by” indicator. The green LED is the “Power On” indicator.
4. Signal LED
The Amber LED lights up once the receiver correctly receives the satellite signals.
5. Smart Card reader
The smartcard reader is designed for Smartcards used to descramble Pay-TV
services broadcasted in Mediaguard encryption.
2.2 Rear Panel (Please see inside cover Figure 2)
1. SAT IN
Connect the cable from your LNB in your satellite dish to this connector.
2. SAT OUT
Gives you the possibility to connect an extra receiver (analogue or digital).
3. AUDIO Right OUT (Red RCA) and Left OUT (White RCA)
These connectors give you the possibility to connect the audio signal to an external
amplifier or to the audio input of your TV.
4.TV Scart Connector
Use this connector to connect your receiver to your TV using a scart cable.
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5.VIDEO Scart Connector
Use this connector to connect your receiver to your video recorder using a scart
cable. Your video recorder signal will now be looped through to your TV.
6. RS 232 Serial Port
This serial port is for service purpose only.
7. Power Cord
Your receiver requires a mains voltage supply of 90~240V AC (Auto-selectable),
50~60Hz+/-5%. Make sure to check the power specification of the wall outlet
before connecting your receiver to the main power
3.0 Connections
3.1 Connecting to your TV & VCR
Warning:
If you are not sure how to connect your receiver, do not take the risk of doing it yourself.
Ask your Strong dealer to do it for you. They are specially trained by our technicians and
can get the best performance out of your receiver.
3.1.1 Basic connection with a Scart cable (Please see inside cover Figure 5)
Connect the satellite signal from the LNB to the SAT IN connector.
Connect the TV scart connector at the back of the receiver to the scart-in connector
on your TV set.