TELERGY T-503 User manual

TelergyT-503
User’s Guide
How to use this T-503 set-top box

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read and follow these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
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.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
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 the 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.
In ambient temperatures of no more than 27º C (80º F), the normal operating temperature for T-503 is between
50º C (122º F) to 60º C (140º F).
IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
The T-503 set-top box requires careful handling to avoid potential damage to its internal parts. Be sure to follow these
requirements during transportation and installation. The plug is the main disconnect device. It shall remain readily
accessible and operable. 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.

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During Transportation to the Subscriber Home
Transport the T-503 in its shipping box or an equally padded container. Do not expose it to rain or moisture.
During Installation
Do not place T-503 in an enclosed area where the cooling vents are blocked or impede the flow of air through the
ventilation openings.
Install so that its position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, do not place T-503 on a bed,
sofa, rug, or similar surface that could block the ventilation openings.
CAUTION!
Do not place anything on top of your T-503 set-top box, especially other home entertainment
components. Be sure to provide adequate ventilation to prevent overheating.

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Install T-503 on a hard flat surface not prone to vibration or impact and not on top of another electronic device
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
Installation of T-503 near consumer electronics devices, such as stereo receiver/amplifiers and televisions, is
permitted as long as the air surrounding T-503 does not exceed 40º C (104º F).
Do not install T-503 in an area where condensation occurs.
To prevent the temporary loss of guide data and cause a temporarily non-responding T-503, do not plug the AC
power cord into a switched power outlet.

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FCC COMPLIANCE
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and set-top box.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the set-top box is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Telergy for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all
persons and must be co-located for operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

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CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT BY RECYCLING
When you see this symbol on a Telergy product, do not dispose of the product with residential or
commercial waste.
Recycling your Telergy Equipment
Please do not dispose of this product with your residential or commercial waste. Some countries or
regions, such as the European Union, have set up systems to collect and recycle electrical and
electronic waste items. Contact your local authorities for information about practices established for
your region.

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© 2012 Telergy N.V. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative work
(such as translation, transformation, or adaptation) without written permission from Telergy, Inc.
Telergy and its logo are registered trademark. HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
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Telergy reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of Telergy to provide
notification of such revision or change. Telergy provides this guide without warranty of any kind, implied or expressed, including, but not limited to, the
implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Telergy may make improvements or changes in the product(s) described in this
manual at any time.

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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Front Panel .........................................................................................................................................................................................................11
Rear Panel...........................................................................................................................................................................................................12
2. OPERATION ........................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Turning Power On and Off ...........................................................................................................................................................................13
Changing Channels ........................................................................................................................................................................................13
Adjusting the Volume ....................................................................................................................................................................................13
Interactive Programming Guide ................................................................................................................................................................14
Video Output Format Option......................................................................................................................................................................14
3. CONNECTING YOUR T-503 SET TOP BOX TO YOUR HOME ................................................................................................................15
4. HOW TO MANUALLYCONFIGURE THE T-503SET-TOP BOX ................................................................................................................20
5. TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................................................................................36

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1. INTRODUCTION
We congratulate you on receiving thisT-503 Series High-Definition All-Digital set-top box, one of the most compact and
advanced interactive digital IPTV set-top boxes available today. Telergy has combined the extraordinary features of
IPTV — the interactive programming guides, almost endless programming options, Video on Demand (VOD), the
incredible sound and picture quality of High-Definition TV (HDTV), and so much more. This set-top box comes with an
“Entertainment Package” that enables a direct digital connection to consumer audio and video devices through HDMI™
interfaces. The HDMI interface and provides 7.1 channels and beyond enhanced-quality audio and video. It comes with
a T-connector just in case your TV set doesn’t support High-Definition TV. It’s also equipped with a built-in WiFi module
(optional), so that you can seamlessly connect it to your home network and/or Internet without the need of a network
cable (although it is included in the package). This User’s Guide introduces you to the basic features, outlines important
safeguards, and provides several options for integrating this component into your current home entertainment system.
Please take a few minutes to read through this User’s Guide to help you maximize the most of your home
entertainment experience: the configuration diagrams, on-screen menu description and a troubleshooting section. To
determine which features of digital IPTV service are provided in your service area, please check with your IPTV operator.
They will be happy to provide instructions for some of these optional services.

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Features
Fast 1620 DMIPS MIPS Architecture CPU
512 MB of 1600 MHz DDR3
256 MB NAND Flash
USB support for mass storage playback, keyboard, and mouse
Video format support: MPEG-1 MPEG-2 MP@HL, MPEG-4.2 ASP, MPEG 4.10 AVC (H.264 & H.263), MP & HP TO LEVEL
4.1, VC-1 AP@L3, WMV9, SD & HD, DIVX, AVI, AVS, XVID.
Audio format support: MPEG-1 LAYER 1,2. MP3, WMA, WMA PRO, AAC LC, AA LC+SBR L2, AAC+L2, AAC+L4, AAC
5.1.
Support many display modes: PAL, NTSC, 720p, 1080i, Full HD 1080p.*
Support aspect ratios: 4:3 and 16:9 letterbox, zoom, and full screen mode.
HDMI 1.4, T-connector (for Component & Composite), Digital Audio (S/PDIF), Audio L/R, Ethernet, USB.
1080p 24/30 video decode & output support
Support optional 802.11n 150 Mb/s WiFi
*Some televisions may not support all video formats listed above

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Front Panel
* Availability of certain features is dependent upon application support.
1 Power and Activity LED
2 IR Receiver

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Rear Panel
* Availability of certain features is dependent upon application support.
1 T-CONNECTOR
2 OPTICAL SPDIF
3 HDMI 1.4
4 USB 2.0
5 ETHERNET/RJ-45
6 IR Dongle
7 POWER

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2. OPERATION
Turning Power On and Off
Plug in the supplied power adapter to the electrical outlet and to the back of T-503 set-top box or use a remote control
to turn it on or off (standby). When using the remote control, pressing the POWER button once will put T-503 set-top
box on a standby mode while pressing and holding the same button for approximately 3 seconds will turn it off.
Changing Channels
You can change channels in three ways:
Press CHANNEL + or – on the remote control to step through the channel selection.
Enter the number of the channel you wish to view using the number keys on the remote control.
Select the channel in the Interactive Program Guide.
Adjusting the Volume
Press VOLUME + or – on the remote control to adjust the volume. When you adjust the volume, the volume scale is
displayed on the screen. Press MUTE on the remote control to toggle the sound on and off. For best audio quality when
using the analog L/R (var.) volume controlled audio outputs, use the remote control to set the T-503 set-top to
approximately three quarters of the maximum volume level and then adjust the audio levels on external devices such
as your TV or A/V receiver. When using the analog L/R (fixed) audio outputs or any of the digital audio outputs (HDMI,
optical or coaxial digital audio) adjust the audio levels on your external device such as your TV or A/V receiver. You may
also be able to program your remote to control the volume of your TV or A/V receiver directly (refer to the remote

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control instruction manual).
Interactive Programming Guide
The Interactive Programming Guide displays information about TV programs and enables you to access features such
as Parental Control or Pay-Per-View. Interactive program guides may vary with each service provider.
Video Output Format Option
T-503 set-top box allows you to quickly change the video output format used by the Composite Video, Component
Video (YPbPr) and HDMI outputs. The T-503 set-top box is capable of providing the following video formats on the
YPbPr and HDMI video outputs:
High Definition 1080i (1920 x 1080 pixels)
High Definition 720p (1280 x 720 pixels)
Enhanced Definition 480p (720 x 480 pixels)
Standard Definition 480i (720 x 480 pixels)
The T-503 set-top box is also capable of passing through High-Definition 1080p 24/30 (1920 x 1080 pixels) source
content over the HDMI video output.
T-503 allows you to select a video output format that is compatible with a connected display device. This option
provides an easy method for selecting an output format that is compatible with your television.

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3. CONNECTING YOUR T-503 SET TOP BOX TO YOUR HOME
Instructions and diagrams are included for the following connections:
High-Definition Television (HDTV)
Standard-Definition TV (SDTV)
WiFi Router
Before you move or change components on your entertainment system, review the following:
Disconnect power from your equipment before connecting or changing connections. For information on
connecting to an HDTV, see the Video Connection Options page.

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HDMI provide video and audio, so no separate audio connections are required if you plan to use your TV’s speakers as the
primary audio source.
Component video (YPbPr) — HDTV and SDTV
The YPbPr connectors on your T-503 set-top box provide HDTV and SDTV component video. Note:
Component video does not provide audio. A separate audio connection must be made.
Composite video — SDTV
If a Component input is not available on your TV, use the composite video (video) connection. Note:
Composite video does not provide audio. A separate audio connection must be made.
HDMI
If your TV has an HDMI input, this is for both audio and video if you are using the TV speakers. Connect the provided HDMI
cable to the TV and to the HDMI connector on your T-503 set-top box.

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Connecting T-503 with HDMI connector
Please see the setup diagram below:
Please follow the instructions below:
1. Make sure you’re connected to the Internet without any
problem (either with a router or a modem).
2. Plug in the power adapter of the T-503 set-top box to the
nearby power outlet.
3a. Connect the network cable from the set-top box to the
router.
3b. Alternatively you can also connect the set-top box
wirelessly to your wireless router. This option is only available
if your T-503 set-top box has a wireless module in it and you
have a working wireless router. You can setup the wireless
connection later in the Settings page.
4. Connect the HDMI cable with the small connector head
to the set-top box while the big connect or head to your TV.

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Connecting T-503 with Composite video connector
Please see the setup diagram below:
Please follow the instructions below:
1. Make sure you’re connected to the Internet without any
problem (either with a router or a modem).
2. Plug in the power adapter of the T-503 set-top box to the
nearby power outlet.
3a. Connect the network cable from the set-top box to the
router.
3b. Alternatively you can also connect the set-top box
wirelessly to your wireless router. This option is only available
if your T-503 set-top box has a wireless module in it and you
have a working wireless router. You can setup the wireless
connection later in the Settings page.
4. Connect the HDMI cable with the small connector head
to the set-top box while the big connect or head to your TV.

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Connecting T-503 with Component video connector
Please see the setup diagram below:
Please follow the instructions below:
1. Make sure you’re connected to the Internet without any
problem (either with a router or a modem).
2. Plug in the power adapter of the T-503 set-top box to the
nearby power outlet.
3a. Connect the network cable from the set-top box to the
router.
3b. Alternatively you can also connect the set-top box
wirelessly to your wireless router. This option is only available
ifyourT-503 set-top box has a wireless module in it and you
have a working wireless router. You can setup the wireless
connection later in the Settings page.
4. Connect the HDMI cable with the small connector head
to the set-top box while the big connect or head to your TV.

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4. HOW TO MANUALLYCONFIGURE THE T-503SET-TOP BOX
On the Main Menu page, use the remote control buttons
to navigate and select Settings tab.
Press Enter on the remote control to enter the Settings
page.