Strong SRT 8221 User manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION 3
1.1 Safety Instructions 3
1.2 Storage 4
1.3 Equipment Set-up 4
1.4 Accessories 4
1.5 Usage of external USB devices 5
2.0 YOUR RECEIVER 5
2.1 PIN-CODE 5
2.2 Front Panel 5
2.3 Rear Panel 5
2.4 Remote Control 6
2.5 Installing the batteries 7
2.6 Using the remote control 7
3.0 CONNECTIONS 7
3.1 Connections to a terrestrial antenna 7
3.2 Connections to a satellite antenna 8
3.3 Further connections 8
4.0 STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME 9
4.1 DVB-T2 installation 9
4.2 DVB-S2 installation 10
5.0 QUICK GUIDE TO USING YOUR RECEIVER
11
6.0 OPERATION 11
6.1 Changing channels 11
6.2 Info Banner 12
6.3 Selection of audio language 12
6.4 Teletext 12
6.5 Subtitles 12
6.6 Timeshift 12
6.7 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) 13
6.8 Instant Recording 13
6.9 Sleep 13
7.0 MAIN MENU 13
7.1 Program 13
7.2 Picture 15
7.3 Channel Search 16
7.4 Time 19
7.5 Option 20
7.6 System 20
7.7 USB 21
8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 22
9.0 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 26
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Safety Instructions
Read all of the instructions before operating the device. Keep these instructions well for later use.
 Only use attachments/accessories specified or provided by the manufacturer (such as the
exclusive supply adapter, battery etc.).
 Please refer to the information on the product enclosure for electrical and safety information
before installing or operating the apparatus.
 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
 The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as
newspaper, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
 The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
 This mark indicates a risk of electric shock.
 To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in accordance with
the installation instructions.
 Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent
types.
 The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
 Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
Listening to music at high volume levels and for extended durations can damage one's hearing.
 In order to reduce the risk of damage to hearing, one should lower the volume to a safe,
comfortable level, and reduce the amount of time listening at high levels.
 The mains plug or appliance coupler is used as disconnect device, it shall remain readily operable.
When not in use and during movement, please take care of the power cord set, e.g. tie up the
power cord set with cable tie or something like that. It shall be free from sharp edges or similar
which can cause abrasion of the power cord set. When put into use again, please make sure the
power cord is not damaged. The absence of a light indication on the apparatus does not mean
that it is fully disconnected from the mains. To disconnect the apparatus completely, the mains
plug must be pulled out.
 Attention should be drawn to environmental aspects of battery disposal.
 No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
 To prevent the spread of fire, keep candles or other open flames away from this product at
all times.
 Equipment with this symbol is a Class II or double insulated electrical appliance. It has been
designed in such a way that it does not require a safety connection to electrical earth.
Precautions
 Never try to open the device. It is dangerous to touch the inside of the device due to high voltages
and possible electrical hazards. Opening the device will void the warranty of the product. Refer all
maintenance or servicing to suitably qualified personnel.
 When you are connecting cables, be sure that the device is disconnected from the mains
supply voltage. Wait a few seconds after switching off the device before you move the device or
disconnect any equipment.
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 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. Please ensure that the electrical
power supply corresponds with the voltage on the electrical identification plate at the back of the
device.
Operating Environment
 Do not install this equipment in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit.
 Do not use the set near damp, and cold areas, protect the set from overheating.
 Keep away from direct sunlight.
 Do not use the set near dust place.
 Do not place candles near the opening area, to avoid flammable foreign material from entering
the device.
WEEE Directive
Correct Disposal of this product. This marking indicates that this product should not be
disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to
the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used
device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased. They can take this product for environmentally safe recycling.
1.2 Storage
Your device has been carefully checked and packed before shipping. When unpacking it, make sure
that all the parts are included and keep the packaging away from children. We recommend that you
keep the carton during the warranty period, to keep your device perfectly protected in the event of
repair or warranty.
1.3 Equipment Set-up
We recommend you to consult a professional installer to set up your equipment. Otherwise, please
follow the instructions below:
 Refer to the user manual of your TV and your antenna.
 Make sure that the HDMI cable and outdoor components are in a good condition and the HDMI
connections are well shielded and from good quality.
This user manual provides complete instructions for installing and using this receiver. The symbols
serve as follows.
WARNING Indicates warning information.
NOTE Indicates any other additional important or helpful information.
MENU Represents a button on the remote control or the receiver.
(BOLD CHARACTERS)
Move to Represents a menu item within a screen. (Italic characters)
1.4 Accessories
 1x installation instructions
 1x remote control
 2x AAA batteries
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WARNING: The batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, electrically short-
circuited, be mixed or used with other types of batteries. If rechargeable
accumulators instead of batteries are going to be used, we recommend
using (e.g. NiMH) types with low self-discharge to ensure long time
operation of remote control.
1.5 Usage of external USB devices
 It is recommended to use USB 2.0 storage devices. If your device is not compatible to USB 2.0
specifications, the playback with your receiver might not work properly.
 If you are going to use external USB HDD (Hard Disk Drive) please consider that the power
specifications might exceed the supported output of your receiver (5 V/500 mA). If so, please
connect your USB HDD to an according external power adapter.
 STRONG cannot guarantee compatibility with all types of USB storage devices.
 It is advised not to store important information on USB storage devices used with the receiver.
Always make backups of data on your USB storage device before using it with this receiver.
STRONG will not take responsibility for any loss of information or circumstances caused by loss of
information.
 Please ensure that either the USB device is already formatted to NTFS or FAT32 or format the USB
device via your receiver. Formatting requires entering the PIN code
 STRONG cannot guarantee the playback of all files although extensions are listed, as it depends on
file size, codec, bit rate and resolution.
2.0 YOUR RECEIVER
2.1 PIN-CODE
The PIN code is set by the user during the installation wizard. To modify the code, go to the System
menu, Set Password. See also chapter 4.
2.2 Front Panel
Fig.1
1. Power button: Switch the receiver to Standby or On.
2. P-/P+: To change channels without using the remote control
3. LED Display Shows channel number and time in standby
4. Mode indicator: RED indicates that the receiver is in STAND-BY mode.
GREEN indicates that the receiver is in OPERATING mode.
5. IR sensor: Point your remote control towards this sensor.
6. USB: Connector for USB devices.
2.3 Rear Panel
Fig.2
1. ANT IN To connect to your antenna for the reception of terrestrial
broadcast signal.
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2. SAT IN To connect to the LNB of your satellite dish for reception of
satellite broadcast signal
3. ETHERNET To connect your receiver to Ethernet LAN
4. S/PDIF Coaxial To connect your receiver to a digital audio amplifier.
5. HDMI To connect your receiver with your TV set using a HDMI cable.
6. TV SCART To connect your receiver with your TV set using a SCART cable.
7. Power Cord Your receiver requires a voltage of 110~240 V AC (Auto-
selectable), 50/60 Hz +/-5%. Check the local power specification
before connecting your receiver to the wall outlet.
2.4 Remote Control
Fig.3
1. qTurns the receiver On/Standby
2. INFO Shows the current channel information
3. SLEEP Press SLEEP repeatedly to select an automatic switch off time
4. !Mutes audio output of the receiver
5. AUDIO Sets the current audio channel to left, right or stereo
6. SUB Shows list of subtitled languages
7. PG+/PG- Page up/down and 10 channels steps in channel list mode
8. EPG Shows the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) in TV mode
9. TEXT Shows Teletext on OSD (On Screen Display)
10. MENU Opens the main menu. In menu you will get one step back
11. EXIT Exits from the menu or sub-menu
12. pq Menu Off: Change channel to previous/next.
Menu On: Moves the cursor up/down.
13. tuMenu Off: Increases/decreases the volume level.
Menu On: Change settings for specific Menus
14. OK Menu Off: Displays the current channel list
Menu On: Activates the highlighted menu item.
15. GOTO While in playback, select a time to jump to.
16. FAV Favourite group selection
17. TV/R Toggles between TV or RADIO mode
18. RECALL Display of the list of previously viewed channels
19. 0~9 Channel selection or value input
20. 4Records the TV programme to the connected storage device
21. uStart playback in Multimedia, Start Playback of Timeshift
22. 2/TIMESHIFT Activates the Timeshift function
23. 5 6 Fast rewind/Fast forward
24. 7 8 Previous/Next item in Multimedia.
25. 3Stop playback in Multimedia, stop playback of Timeshift
26. COLOUR BUTTONS For Editing in menu, Multimedia and Teletext functions.
Follow on screen suggestions.
Combined on coloured buttons:
27. ZOOM Zoom in Multimedia Picture show.
28. ASPECT Change aspect ratio of the video, default is Auto.
29. V. F. Change the video format of the video.
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30. TIMER See an overview and/or edit the timer schedule
2.5 Installing the batteries
Fig.4
Open the cover on the remote control and insert 2x AAA type batteries into the compartment.
Observe correct polarity of the batteries when inserting. A terminal diagram is shown inside the
compartment.
1. Remove the cover.
2. Insert the batteries.
3. Place the cover.
2.6 Using the remote control
Fig.5
To use the remote control, point it towards the front of your receiver. The remote control supports a
range of up to 5 meters distance to the receiver at an angle of up to approx. 30 degrees.
NOTE: Managing the receiver will be limited or not possible if there are obstacles
between the remote control sensor (at the front panel of the receiver)
and the remote control. Direct sunlight or very bright light can reduce or
disturb the reception of the remote control signals.
3.0 CONNECTIONS
3.1 Connections to a terrestrial antenna
3.1.1 Connecting to a terrestrial antenna
Fig.6
To receive broadcast signal, your terrestrial indoor or outdoor antenna must be connected to the
ANT IN connector on the back of the receiver. Use a properly shielded antenna cable and suitable
connectors.
3.1.2 Connecting to TV with HDMI cable
Fig.6
The TV set shall be connected with the receiver using a good quality HDMI cable. This connection
gives the highest possible quality.
3.1.3 Connecting to TV with SCART cable
Fig.6
The unit is also equipped with a SCART connector; alternatively, the TV set can be connected to the
receiver using a good quality SCART cable.
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3.2 Connections to a satellite antenna
3.2.1 Basic connection using an HDMI cable
Fig.7
Connect the LNB of your satellite antenna to the SAT IN connector of your receiver using a good
quality coax cable and suitable ‘F-connector' plugs.
Connect one end of a good quality HDMI cable to the HDMI output on your receiver and the other
end to the HDMI input of your TV.
Plug the power adapter to a suitable wall outlet.
3.2.2 Basic connection using a Scart cable
Fig.7
Connect one end of a good quality Scart cable to the TV SCART connector on your receiver and the
other end to the SCART input of your TV.
Plug the power adapter to a suitable wall outlet.
3.2.3 Connecting multiple xed LNBs using a DiSEqC switch
Fig.8
Connect the LNBs of your fixed antenna to the inputs of a DiSEqC switch
Connect the output or “to receiver” connector of the DiSEqC switch to the SAT IN connector on your
receiver.
Refer to section 3.1 or 3.2 for TV and mains connections.
3.3 Further connections
3.3.1 Connecting to a Digital Audio Amplier with S/PDIF
Fig.9
By connecting your receiver to a digital amplifier or home theatre system, you can enjoy the best
possible sound quality and multi-channel audio (depending on broadcast) up to Dolby Digital.
Connect your Digital Audio Amplifier or home theatre system with a suitable cinch cable to the
S/PDIF connector on the back of the receiver.
3.3.2 Connecting to a Digital Audio Amplier and TV using HDMI
Fig.9
By connecting your receiver to the latest digital amplifiers or home theatre systems with HDMI
connections, you will enjoy the best possible sound quality and multi-channel audio (depending
on broadcast), up to Dolby Digital Plus. Connect the HDMI output of the receiver to an input of your
amplifier, and then connect the HDMI output of the amplifier to your TV set. Select the correct input
on your amplifier to watch and listen to programmes.
3.3.3 Connecting to Ethernet
Fig.9
Connect a CAT5 cable (or higher quality) to the LAN (RJ45) connector of the unit and the other end
to an existing switch, router or modem. The default setting is On (DHCP) for automatically obtaining
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IPs and DNS. Select DHCP Off in Menu> System>Network Setting>IP setting to enter your own settings
if required. When setting up manually, you need to provide a unique IP address, Netmask, Gateway
and DNS for your receiver, use the GREEN button to insert your settings. Refer to the manual of your
router or modem to setup properly. signalling will give momentary status of connection, like cable
unplugged, local network or internet.
3.3.4 Connecting a USB storage device
Fig.10
NOTE: We recommend the use of a hard disk drive USB 2.0 or higher for recording
and play back of TV events.
For proper functioning of Timeshift and recording functions, a fast USB device (such as a hard
disk drive) is needed. Interrupted playback or a distorted picture during playback or Timeshift are
indications for a low device speed. STRONG cannot guarantee proper functioning of recording and or
Timeshift functions with all USB devices.
4.0 STARTING UP FOR THE FIRST TIME
If you use your receiver for the first time, the Installation Guide menu appears.
Use pq to move the highlight to the setting you wish to change and use tuto change values.
Start by selecting your On-Screen Language (OSD) using tu. Once you have selected your
language, press qto move the highlight to Country. Select your country using tu.
At Input new Password, insert the PIN code of your choice and confirm it in Confirm Password. At
Channel Search, choose the tuner you intend to use. Available settings are Full Scan (to search
terrestrial and satellite channels), DVB-S2 and DVB-T2.
Once all these settings have been made, press OK to continue.
If you have selected DVB-T2, the scan will start automatically without further settings, otherwise it will
be necessary to set the satellite as reported in chapter 4.2.1.
NOTE: If you have selected Full Scan on Channel Search, the receiver will scan
DVB-T2 channels after the DVB-S2 scan.
4.1 DVB-T2 installation
To access the terrestrial channel search press MENU and use tuto select Channel Search. Then use
pq to select Terrestrial Channel Search and press OK. To access this menu it is necessary to insert the
PIN code set during the first installation.
Auto Search: Press OK to access this menu. Select Yes to start the scan or No or Cancel to
exit.
Manual Search: This menu allows to scan one singular channel. Pess OK to access this option
and use tuto set the channel number to be scanned. Once the number
has been set press OK to start the scan.
Country: Use tuto set the country of your choice.
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Antenna Power: Set to On if you use an active antenna. When set to On, a 5 Volt power will
be present on the RF IN connector of the receiver. Select Off for passive
antennas.
Once all settings are made, move the highlight to Auto Search and press OK to start scanning.
The receiver will now search for all available channels. Once scanning is finished, the receiver switches
to viewing mode.
NOTE: Selecting the wrong country may result in a disorderly channel list, and
missing of channels.
NOTE: for further information regards DVB-T scan please refer to chapter 7.3.2
TIP: In case the Installation Guide menu does not appear after switching on the
receiver the first time, reset the receiver to factory settings by pressing the
MENU button and selecting Restore Factory Default in submenu System.
4.2 DVB-S2 installation
To access the satellite channel search press MENU and use tuto select Channel Search. Then use
pq to select Satellite Channel Search and press OK. To access this menu it is necessary to insert the
PIN code set during the first installation.
4.2.1 Satellite Selection
Use pq to highlight the satellite your dish is aimed at. When using a multi feed antenna with more
than 1 LNB, select the satellites your antenna is adjusted for by pressing OK and set the appropriate
LNBs in the right-hand screen by pressing uat the DiSEqC 1.0 or, if applicable, DiSEqC 1.1 option. The
scan process will then search on all selected satellites. If using motorized antennas or SatCR, please
refer to chapter 7.3.1.
4.2.2 Signal Adjust
The signal Quality bar on the bottom of the screen allows you to fine tune the alignment of your
antenna for optimum reception. Adjust your antenna for maximum possible signal quality. When the
signal cannot be improved anymore, fix the dish on this position and press the BLUE button for Scan
options and scan.
4.2.3 Scan Mode
Use pq to highlight the options of choice and press BLUE to start the scan. It is recommended to
use the default settings.
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4.2.4 Scan
Your receiver will now perform an automatic channel search. When the process has been completed,
all found channels will be stored and the receiver will switch to the first found channel. You are now
ready to enjoy your new receiver.
NOTE: If no channels were found during the automatic channel scan, the receiver
will return to Installation guide menu. Please select your language again
and refer to chapter 7.3.1 for further instructions.
5.0 QUICK GUIDE TO USING YOUR RECEIVER
We at STRONG understand that you can't wait to enjoy your new high definition digital terrestrial
receiver. The following quick guide will make you familiar with the basic operation of this device. We
do, however, advice you to read the full manual to get the best performance from your receiver.
To turn your receiver ON or to Standby, use the qbutton on the remote control.
Choose the desired channel with the pq buttons. Alternatively, you can digit the channel number
with the 0~9 buttons on the remote control. Or press OK in viewing mode to display the channel list.
The volume can be adjusted with the tubuttons.
6.0 OPERATION
Your new receiver is equipped with several features to make watching TV a true pleasure. This
paragraph describes these features. Please also read chapter 7.0 to get familiar with the menu of your
receiver.
6.1 Changing channels
Your new receiver is equipped with four ways to change channels.
 Via direct access using the 0~9 buttons.
 Via the channel list trough OK button.
 Via the PG+ and PG- keys.
 Via the pq keys.
6.1.1 Direct access via 0~9 buttons
To gain direct access to a certain channel, simply input its number with the 0~9 keys on the remote
control. Channel numbers can be up to four digits long. Entering a number with less than four digits
is possible. Just wait a few seconds and your receiver will switch to the selected channel or press OK
immediately after selecting the channel number.
6.1.2 Channel list
Press OK in viewing mode to display the Channel List. Use pq in the Channel List to highlight your
channel of choice and press OK once to select the highlighted channel.
To search channels contained in the channel list press RED button and insert the channel name you
want to find, then select Ok or press EXIT to view the search results.
Use the BLUE button to select a different tuner (in the case both Satellite and Terrestrial) have been
scanned.
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TIP: Use tuto toggle between the TV List and Radio List, press FAV for a list of
available favourite lists, toggle between them, also with tu.
6.1.3 Using the pq or PG+/PG- keys
pswitches to the next channel.
qswitches to the previous channel.
PG+ switches to the next 10 channels.
PG- switches to the previous 10 channels.
6.2 Info Banner
While watching TV you can press the INFO button any time to get information about the current
channel and event*. Press INFO twice for programme information and some technical details about
the current channel.
* Event information is displayed when available. Availability depends on broadcast.
6.3 Selection of audio language
Some channels support a choice of audio formats and/or languages. To select another audio stream,
press AUDIO in viewing mode. A list with available audio streams will now be displayed. Use pq to
select the desired stream and confirm with OK.
6.4 Teletext
Your receiver includes a fully featured Teletext. To access Teletext, press the TEXT button in viewing
mode and use the 0~9 buttons to input the number of the page you wish to see. The coloured
buttons of the remote control allow you to jump to selected pages immediately, as indicated on the
bottom of the teletext screen. Use the pq buttons to select one page up or down, use tubuttons
to select subpages, if indicated at the bottom of the screen. Press EXIT or TEXT to get back to viewing
mode.
6.5 Subtitles
Some channels support a choice of subtitle languages. Press SUB in viewing mode to display a list of
available subtitle languages. Select your subtitle of choice with pq and press OK to confirm. Press
EXIT to leave without making changes.
6.6 Timeshift
Timeshift allows you to pause live broadcasts and resume playback later. Press 2/TIMESHIFT in
viewing mode to activate this mode. On screen will appear a message Entering Timeshift, wait… and
picture will pause. Press uto resume time-shifted playback. A time banner will show, to indicate the
time offset from live TV. Press EXIT to remove the banner. Use 5 6 for Fast rewind/Fast forwards.
Press 3to return to live TV.
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NOTE: Timeshift needs a connected USB storage device with sufficient free space
and sufficient speed in order to work properly.
6.7 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
The Electronic Programme Guide is a very useful function that allows you to view event schedules
and information and to mark programmes for recording. To access the EPG, press the EPG button in
viewing mode. Use tuto select the desired channel and pq to select the desired event. Use EXIT
to quit the detailed information screen. Press OK to book a desired event automatically. It is possible
to change the options manually. Make sure to have an HDD device connected, and select Record
at the Mode option. Confirm with OK. Use the COLOUR BUTTONS to add, edit or delete an entry
manually. Recordings will be stored in the Multimedia>PVR>HBPVR folder on your HDD drive.
See chapter 7.1.2 for more detailed information.
NOTE: Availability of EPG data depends on broadcast.
6.8 Instant Recording
Your new receiver allows you to make an instant recording of the programme you are watching.
Simply press 4to start the recording.
During the recording a recording sign will be shown on the upper left of your TV screen. To stop the
recording, press 3. Select Yes and press OK again to stop the recording.
* Please connect a USB storage device with sufficient free space before you start a recording.
Recordings will be stored in the Multimedia>PVR>HBPVR folder on your HDD drive.
6.9 Sleep
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select an automatic switch off time, at which the unit will go to standby.
Default is OFF.
7.0 MAIN MENU
The main menu gives you access to settings and multimedia functions. To access the main menu,
press MENU in viewing mode. The main menu consists of the following sub menus: Program, Picture,
Channel Search, Time, Option, System and USB. Throughout the main menu, MENU or EXIT can be
used to get back to the previous screen. Use tuand OK to select or to change settings. Use the
button suggestions at the bottom of the screen available for certain functions. For some menu items
a valid Password it is necessary to access the item.
7.1 Program
7.1.1 Program Edit
To access this menu, you must enter a valid Password. The procedures are equal for the DVBT TV List
and DVBT Radio List. Use tuto change between the TV and Radio lists.
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NOTE: If both tuners have been scanned (DVB-T and DVB-S), the receiver will
display a list containing all the channels from both tuners. To modify the
order of one of the two lists, press INFO button and use pq to select one
of the lists. Press OK to confirm.
Moving channels
Use pq to select a channel and press RED to select it to be moved. Now you can move the selected
channel up or down inside the channel list by using pq. When the channel is on the position of your
choice, press OK again. The channel is now fixed on its new position. When all changes have been
made, press EXIT. A saving banner will pop up.
Skipping channels
Channels marked with Skip will be skipped when zapping channels with the pq buttons. The
channels will still be available from the channel list.
Use pq to select a channel and press GREEN to mark or unmark it for skipping. Channels set for
skipping will be marked with the symbol. When all changes have been made, press EXIT. A Saving
banner will pop up.
Locking channels
Locked channels can only be watched after entering the password. Press pq to select a channel
and press YELLOW to lock or unlock it. You are asked to enter the PIN code. Locked channels will be
marked with the symbol. Locking/unlocking multiple channels in one session is possible. When all
changes have been made, press EXIT. A Saving banner will pop up.
Delete
Use pq to highlight a channel and press BLUE to mark it for deletion. When you have marked the
channel you wish to delete, a confirmation banner will be displayed. Select OK to delete the marked
channel or Exit to cancel. Press EXIT after finishing.
NOTE: Deleted channels can only be retrieved if you do a frequency scan in the
Channel Search menu again.
Rename channel
Use pq to select a channel you wish to rename. Then press Recall. A pop-up keyboard will show
on screen. Use tupq to select characters/functions and enter them with OK. When you have
finished editing, select OK to enter the changes. When all changes have been made, press EXIT.
Other options
In the case you have scanned 2 tuners (Terrestrial and Satellite) the receiver will display automatically
one common channel list containing all channels together. To operate on one of these two lists use
INFO button to select the list you intend to modify and confirm with OK.
Adding channels to favourite lists
Channels from the can be added to up to 4 different favourite groups. Press FAV in Program Edit to
access the function. Use pq to select a channel you wish to add to a favourite group. When the
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highlight is on the channel of your choice, press FAV. A Favourite Type can be selected from the pop-
up list. Use pq to select the favourite list you wish to add the channel to and press OK, press EXIT
to finalize the process. Favourite channels will be marked with a star symbol. When all changes have
been made, press EXIT. A Saving banner will pop up.
To de-select a channel from a Favourite list, repeat the above procedure, but select Disable from the
pop-up list.
Rename
Use pq to select a channel you wish to rename. Then press Recall. A pop-up keyboard will show
on screen. Use tupq to select characters/functions and enter them with OK. When you have
finished editing, select OK to enter the changes. When all changes have been made, press EXIT.
7.1.2 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
The Electronic Programme Guide is a very useful function that allows you to view event schedules
and programme information and to mark events/movies for recording. To access the EPG, press the
EPG button in viewing mode or select it from the Main menu in the Program section. Use tuto
select a channel and pq to select an event. Detailed information of the selected event will show in
the right-hand window. If more than one information page is available, use YELLOW and/or BLUE
to access it. To mark the event for recording, press OK. A pop-up entry field will appear. Check if the
entry is as you wished, all items can be changed if needed. For recording it is important to change
the Mode from View to Record, otherwise, the unit will only wake up at the selected time. Press OK to
confirm the timer for a selected event. The Schedule overview will show. Use the suggested buttons
at the bottom of the screen to Add manually, Edit, or Delete a timer.
NOTE: Availability of EPG data depends on broadcast.
NOTE: An event can only be recorded if a suitable USB device is connected.
7.1.3 Sort
This menu allows you to change the order of your channel list.
7.2 Picture
Use this menu to match your receiver to your TV set.
The following settings are available:
Aspect Ratio: Select the aspect ratio that matches your TV. This There is either a 4:3 or a 16:9
possibility. Select in combination the preferred conversion method how to
show a 16:9 programme on a 4:3 TV, or a 4:3 programme on a 16:9 TV. The
options are:
Auto In most cases this default setting should suffice, but it can be changed to
cope with broadcast errors or personal taste.
4:3 Letterbox The full 16:9 programme will be displayed on your 4:3 TV set with black bars
above and below the picture
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4:3 Pan&Scan A centre cut-out of the 16:9 programme will be displayed full-screen on your
4:3 TV, missing content to the left and right.
4:3 Full A 16:9 programme will be compressed sideways on a 4:3 TV, to show a full
picture without any black bars
16:9 widescreen A 4:3 programme will be show full screen, with sideways stretched content.
16:9 Pillarbox A 4:3 programme will be shown normally, but with black bars to the left and
right.
16:9 Pan&Scan A 4:3 programme will be shown as a centre blow up to fill the whole screen,
missing content to the left, right, top and bottom of the programme.
16:9 Pillarbox 16:9 Pan&Scan
broadcasts in full screen on a 4:3 TV. Letterbox: black bars on top and bottom
of the picture on a 4:3 TV. Combined: shows a mix in-between. Ignore: shows
as it is.
Resolution If the video quality does not appear correctly, change the setting. These
settings match the most common settings for HDMI.
576i: For analogue TVs (on Scart connection).
576p: For digital SD TVs (some digital TVs do not support this mode).
720p: For digital HD TVs (on HDMI connection).
1080i: For digital HD TVs (on HDMI connection).
1080p(50Hz): For digital HD TVs (on HDMI connection).
TV Format Options are PAL and NTSC. For European broadcasts, the TV format is PAL
(Default). The setting is most important for TVs connected via Scart cable.
Using NTSC might deliver black& white pictures.
Video Output This setting is only relevant when the receiver is connected to the TV set
via Scart. Select RGB for the best picture quality or CVBS if your TV doesn't
support RGB.
7.3 Channel Search
Use this menu to search channels from Terrestrial or Satellite tuning.
7.3.1 Satellite Channel Search
Access the satellite settings is essential for searching programmes through DVB-S tuner.
A set of satellite dish settings must be configured for each wanted satellite before performing a
channel search.
To access the satellite channel search press MENU and use tuto select Channel Search. Then use
pq to select Satellite Channel Search and press OK. To access this menu it is necessary to insert the
PIN code set during the first installation.
First select one satellite using pq button then press uand pq to set the following options:
LNB Type Press tuor OK to show the list of LNB Types. The Universal LNB
(09750/10600 MHz) is supported – the most used on the market. SatCR A
and SatCR B are used for SatCR systems. If only 1 SatCR LNB is connected,
use SatCR A. SatCR systems are mainly installed by professional experts. An
optional satellite splitter is required for multi-users. Other options like User
Single or User Dual need to modify the Hi and Low band of the LNB. Press OK
to select one of them and insert the frequency of your choice.
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