SuperMax 9300 USC User manual

Digital Satellite Receiver
Personal Video Recording
User's Manual
9300 USC

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INDEX
INDEX ..................................................................................................................................................... 3
Precautions............................................................................................................................................ 5
1. Important Safety Instructions...................................................................................................... 5
2. Notice ......................................................................................................................................... 5
Before You Begin .................................................................................................................................. 7
1. Main Features ............................................................................................................................ 7
2. Accessories ................................................................................................................................ 8
Hardware Description ........................................................................................................................... 9
1. Front Panel Configuration .......................................................................................................... 9
2. Rear Panel Configuration ......................................................................................................... 10
3. Remote Control Unit................................................................................................................. 11
Connections Diagram ......................................................................................................................... 14
1. Receiver to TV with RF ............................................................................................................ 14
2. Receiver to TV and VCR .......................................................................................................... 15
3. Receiver to Digital Audio Equipment........................................................................................ 16
4. Connecting to Dish ................................................................................................................... 17
Guide of Functions ............................................................................................................................. 18
1. Selecting a Service................................................................................................................... 18
1.1 Using CH UP/DOWN buttons.............................................................................................. 18
1.2 Using NUMERIC buttons .................................................................................................... 18
1.3 Using Service List ............................................................................................................... 18
2. Information Window.................................................................................................................. 18
3. Multi-Picture Display................................................................................................................. 18
4. Electronic Program Guide (EPG) ............................................................................................. 19
5. Satellite List .............................................................................................................................. 19
6. Favorite Group ......................................................................................................................... 19
7. Volume Control......................................................................................................................... 19
8. Pause ....................................................................................................................................... 19
9. Subtitle...................................................................................................................................... 19
10. Audio Track .............................................................................................................................. 19

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PVR (Personal Video Recorder) Function ........................................................................................ 20
1. Recording ................................................................................................................................. 20
1.1 Recording methods ............................................................................................................. 20
1.2 Instant Recording ................................................................................................................ 21
1.3 Recording Edit..................................................................................................................... 21
1.4 Long Time Recording .......................................................................................................... 21
1.5 Pause during Recording...................................................................................................... 22
2. Time Shifting............................................................................................................................. 23
3. Playback (Play List).................................................................................................................. 24
4. Bookmark ................................................................................................................................. 24
5. Trick mode................................................................................................................................ 25
Guide of Main Menu ............................................................................................................................ 26
1. Configuration ............................................................................................................................ 26
1.1 Time Setting ........................................................................................................................ 26
1.2 Timer Manager .................................................................................................................... 26
1.3 UI (User Interface) Setting .................................................................................................. 27
1.4 Parental Control .................................................................................................................. 27
1.5 Language Setting ................................................................................................................ 28
1.6 A/V Output Setting .............................................................................................................. 28
2. Installation ................................................................................................................................ 28
2.1 Dish Setting ......................................................................................................................... 28
2.2 Positioner Setting ................................................................................................................ 29
2.3 Service Search.................................................................................................................... 30
2.4 System Recovery ................................................................................................................ 31
2.5 System Information ............................................................................................................. 31
3. Utilities ...................................................................................................................................... 31
3.1 USB ..................................................................................................................................... 31
3.2 Data Transfer....................................................................................................................... 32
3.3 Recording Option ................................................................................................................ 32
3.4 Calendar.............................................................................................................................. 32
3.5 Calculator ............................................................................................................................ 32
3.6 Game................................................................................................................................... 32
4. CA............................................................................................................................................. 33
4.1 Conax smart card menu...................................................................................................... 33
4.2 Smart card information........................................................................................................ 33
5. Service List............................................................................................................................... 34
5.1 Service List manager .......................................................................................................... 34
5.2 Service List Option .............................................................................................................. 35
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 36
Specifications...................................................................................................................................... 37

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Precautions
1. Important Safety Instructions
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not reverse the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING : To Prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the set to rain or moisture.
2. Notice
Do not attempt to service this product by yourself. Do not remove the cover. Refer all serving to
qualified service agents.
These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions
unless you are qualified to do so.

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The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids,
such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
The mains plug is used as the disconnect device. The disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
the cover (or back).
No user serviceable parts are inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
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
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of shock 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 product

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Before You Begin
1. Main Features
Digital Satellite Receiver
Time Shifting with External USB 2.0 Devices (Max. 2 Hours)
Recording & Playback with External USB 2.0 Devices
Recording and Time Shifting Simultaneously
Recording and Playback Simultaneously
Event Recording by EPG
USB 2.0 Host Support(MP3 Player & JPEG Viewer)
Software & Channel Database Transfer via USB
MPEG-II Digital & Fully DVB Compliant
Blind scan
Multi-LNB Controlled by DiSEqC Control Version 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 and USALS
Multi-Satellite Search
Support EPG (Electronic Program Guide)
On-Screen Display with 65535 Color Full Resolution
Favorite Channel Groups
Powerful Channel Control by Favorites, Lock, Skip, Move and Delete
Multi-language Supported ( OSD & Menu )
Teletext Support
Maximum 10,000 channels Programmable
Multi-picture Display
Parental Lock / System Lock / Installation Lock
CVBS Video & Audio Output via RCA
CVBS, RGB Video & Audio Output via TV SCART

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2. Accessories
NOTE : If any accessories listed above are missing, contact the sales representative where you
purchased this unit.
User's Manual
AAA size Batteries X2
Remote Control
RCA Cable

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Hardware Description
1. Front Panel Configuration
1. POWER BUTTON : Press to switch between STANDBY and POWER ON modes.
2. Menu BUTTON: Press to enter the main menu or to move to the previous menu.
3. OK BUTTON: Press to display the service list in non-menu mode and to select an item or confirm in
menu mode.
4. CH Up/Down BUTTON: Press to change services in normal mode or to move highlighted-bar in
menu mode.
5. Vol Up/Down BUTTON: Press to change audio volume in normal mode or to navigate menu in menu
mode.
6. Remote Sensor : Receives signal from remote controller.
7. Display : The 4-digit shows service number or menu state in normal mode. Show local time in
standby mode.
8. STANDBY Indication LED(RED) : The LED lights on in standby mode.
REMOTE Indication LED(GREEN) : The LED lights on when a key on the Remote Control is pressed.
9. USB (Front): Use it when connecting to external USB storage device.
10. SMART Card Reader : Insert smart card for encrypted service access.

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2. Rear Panel Configuration
1. LNB IN :
Use to connect a satellite antenna.
2. LNB OUT :
Use it when connecting to another STB for loop-through.
3. VIDEO :
Use to connect to video input of TV or VCR.
4. AUDIO L/R :
Use to connect audio left, right of TV or VCR.
5. SPDIF :
Use to connect SPDIF to digital audio equipment.( Optic)
6. VCR SCART:
Use to connect to the VCR via a SCART cable.
7. TV SCART:
Use to connect to the TV via a SCART cable.
8. RF OUT :
Use to connect to RF(ANT) input jack of TV.
9. RF IN :
Use to connect a general Aerial Antenna.
10. RS-232C :
Use it when connecting to your PC.
11. POWER:
Power switch

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3. Remote Control Unit
1. POWER : Turns the STB On/Off.
2. MUTE : Turns the sound On/Off.
3. MODE
a. UHF : To adjust UHF service.
b. SLEEP : To adjust sleep timer.
c. TV/STB : Toggles the TV output source between the cable input(STB mode) and UHF/VHF
antenna input(TV mode).
d. TV/RADIO : Switches between TV and Radio.
4. NUMERIC Keys : Controls the numerical operation and service numbers directly.
5. EPG(Electronic Program Guide) : Show the TV/Radio program guide.
6. INFO : Shows the information of the current program. If you press one more, detail information box
will be shown.

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7. MENU : To enter the main menu or to move to the previous menu.
8. EXIT : Exit from the menu or pop-up window.
9. OK : Shows the service list in non-menu mode and select an item or confirm in menu mode.
10. ARROW : Moves the highlight bar for selecting options on the menus. And this key is used to change
services(UP/DOWN) or change audio volume(LEFT/RIGHT).
11. PAGE UP/DOWN : Move to the next or previous page if more than one page are available. PAGE UP
key is also used as hot-key to move to Timer Manager menu(Refer to Page 26, 1.2 Timer Manager).
And PAGE DOWN key is also used as hot-key to move to Picture Adjust window(Refer to Page 28 ,1.6
A/V Output Setting).
12. RECALL : Moves to previous service.
13. SAT : Shows the service list
14. FAV : To change the favorite groups.
15. COLOR Keys : Used for special function in menu. RED key is used to add or delete the current position
as a bookmark. GREEN key is used to go to the next bookmark position. BLUE key is used to display
multiple pictures.

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16. PLAY LIST : To display recorded service list.
17. SUBTITLE : To show multilingual subtitle.
18. TELETEXT : To show the digital teletext.
19. PAUSE : This key is used to pause the video. Press once more to resume the video.
20. PREV FILE : To play the previous MP3 file in MP3 play mode.
21. NEXT FILE : To play the next MP3 file in MP3 play mode.
22. REWIND : Rewind when the progress bar is displayed. Start reverse playback. Change the speed of
reverse playback.
23. FAST FORWARD : Start fast forward or fast motion playback. Change the speed of forward playback.
24. RECORD : To start recording.
25. PLAY : Display the progress bar of playback when no progress bar is displayed. Start playback with
normal speed. Return to normal speed from trick mode.
26. STOP : To stop time shifting, play back or recording.
NOTE : When inserting batteries, make sure that the polarity (+/-) is correct.

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Connections Diagram
1. Receiver to TV with RF
Connect the satellite antenna cable to LNB IN.
Connect the TV antenna to RF IN.
Connect the RF OUT to RF IN of TV.
Connect the VIDEO and AUDIO L, R to VIDEO IN and AUDIO L, R IN of TV.
Connect the TV SCART to SCART of TV.

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2. Receiver to TV and VCR
Connect the satellite antenna cable to LNB IN.
Connect the TV antenna to RF IN.
Connect the RF OUT to RF IN of VCR.
Connect RF OUT of VCR to RF IN of TV.
Connect the TV SCART to SCART of TV.
Connect the VCR SCART to SCART of VCR.
Connect other jacks to the appropriate jacks of TV refer to above section, 1. Receiver to TV
with RF.

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3. Receiver to Digital Audio Equipment
To get better quality audio, you can use digital audio via coaxial cable.
If you have a digital audio equipment, connect SPDIF to Digital audio input of the equipment.
Connect other jacks to the appropriate jacks of TV or VCR refers to above sections,
1. Receiver to TV with RF and 2. Receiver to TV and VCR.

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4. Connecting to Dish
Using Single DISH : Connect the Satellite Antenna cable to LNB IN.
Using DiSEqC switch : Connect the cable of DiSEqC switch to LNB IN.
Using DiSEqC motor : Connect the cable of DiSEqC motor to LNB IN.

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Guide of Functions
1. Selecting a Service
To select the desired service, you can use below methods.
1.1 Using CH UP/DOWN buttons
You can navigate between services using UP/DOWN buttons. Whenever you press the UP(DOWN)
button, current service will be changed to next(previous) service. You have to press UP or DOWN
button until find the service you want.
1.2 Using NUMERIC buttons
If you know the service number, enter the number directly using NUMERIC buttons.
1.3 Using Service List
To select the desired service in the service list, you should firstly
display the service list using OK button.
Use ARROW buttons to select a desired service and press OK
button.
In the Service List window, you can also use additional functions
with COLOR buttons.
Press RED button, you can sort the services by Alphabet,
Transponder, Group and CAS.
Press GREEN button, you can add the service to one of 10 favorites.
2. Information Window
If you want to view the current service information window press
INFO button. Then the Information window will appear.
This Information window is automatically displayed when
changing services. This window contains many items such as
service number, service name, scrambled service, Teletext, subtitle,
Dolby Digital symbol, duration time and so on.
Press INFO button once more, you can get more detailed
information.
3. Multi-Picture Display.
Press the BLUE button to display multiple pictures and RED
button display 9 or 12 multiple pictures option.

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4. Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
Electronic Program Guide (EPG) helps you navigate through all the
possible viewing options.
The EPG supplies information such as program listings, start/end
times and detailed information about the program listings for all
available services. The availability and amount of these program
details will vary, depending on the particular broadcaster.
If you press EPG button, EPG menu will be displayed.
Press the ARROW buttons to move to other service or to see
previous/next guide.
Press EPG button once to view full EPG (Entertainment Program Guide) and press button twice to view
only selected EPG. Press button consecutively to go back and forth.
Press GREEN button to view next day EPG and RED button to view EPG for previous day.
Select the program by using the ARROW buttons then set the timer by pressing OK.
You can make a reservation for recording on EPG menu.
-Press RECORD button to reserve the event. This reservation can be checked under the Timer
Manager Menu.
-To cancel the reservation for recording by OK button at the appointed event.
-To edit the reservation for recording by RECORD button at the appointed event.
5. Satellite List
Select the SAT (satellite) button to view all satellite listings. Scroll through the various satellites using
the ARROW buttons, and select the appropriate satellite by pressing OK
6. Favorite Group
Select the FAV (favorite) button to view all favorite groups. Scroll through the various favorite group
using the ARROW buttons, and select the appropriate satellite by pressing OK.
7. Volume Control
To control audio volume while you are watching a service, press LEFT/RIGHT button to control
volume.
Volume control bar will be appeared in top of the screen.
When necessary, press MUTE button to turn audio sound on/off.
8. Pause
The PAUSE button is used to freeze the video. Press PAUSE button once more to resume the video.
9. Subtitle
To display Sub-title press SUBTITLE button on your remote control. Sub-title is based on the transmitted
data.
10.Audio Track
You can select the audio language list by pressing the AUDIO button. Use the ARROW buttons to choose
the audio track from the list than press OK to change.

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PVR (Personal Video Recorder) Function
1. Recording
1.1 Recording methods
There are two types of recording method.
(Time Reserved Recording / Event Reserved Recording).
Time Reserved Recording :
-In Timer Manager you may set your time/program during
this process.
(Main Menu > Configuration > Timer Manager)
-Press GREEN button to activate the new timer edit screen.
-Timer Edit screen you may choose start date/time, duration,
service, mode, type (Recording/Play) and simply press Yes
button to reserve you recording schedule. Also, you must
set you start time and end time to minimum of 3 minutes;
start time must be present time.
Event Reserved Recording :
EPG screen choose the event you wish to reserve or record.
-During LIVE TV press EPG button to access EPG screen.
-Go to the event which you wish to view and then press OK.
The event will be reserved with BLUE play icon. This BLUE
play icon means that you want to just watch the event at
the reserved time.
BLUE play icon