Topfield CBC-5200 User manual

CBC - 5200
User Guide
Digital Cable Receiver
CONAX

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iv CONTENTS
Contents
Contents iv
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Features ............................... 1
1.2 Controlling the digital receiver .................. 2
1.2.1 The front panel ....................... 3
1.2.2 The remote control ..................... 4
2 Setup 6
2.1 Unpacking .............................. 6
2.2 Safety precautions ......................... 6
2.3 Rear panel connections ....................... 8
2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver ............... 9
2.4.1 Connecting to the broadcasting cable .......... 9
2.4.2 Connecting to your television set ............ 9
2.4.3 Connecting to your video cassette recorder ....... 11
2.5 Inserting batteries in the remote control ............. 11
2.6 Switching on for the first time ................... 12
2.6.1 Powering on and checking picture ............ 12
3 Preference Settings 13
3.1 Language settings .......................... 13
3.2 Video and audio settings ...................... 14
3.2.1 Television standard .................... 14
3.2.2 Colour model ........................ 15

CONTENTS v
3.2.3 Video cassette recorder .................. 15
3.2.4 Television aspect ratio ................... 16
3.2.5 Audio mode ........................ 16
3.3 Local time setting .......................... 17
3.4 Parental control ........................... 19
3.5 Adjusting the On-Screen Display ................. 20
4 Service Search 22
4.1 Searching broadcasting services .................. 22
4.2 Resetting to factory settings .................... 23
5 Daily Usage 25
5.1 Volume control ........................... 25
5.2 Watching television ......................... 25
5.2.1 The services list ....................... 25
5.2.2 The favourite services list ................. 26
5.2.3 Viewing programme information ............ 28
5.2.4 Selecting audio tracks ................... 29
5.2.5 Selecting subtitle tracks .................. 29
5.2.6 Viewing teletext ...................... 29
5.3 Viewing electronic programme guide .............. 29
5.4 Watching multifeed programme ................. 31
5.5 Making timer events ........................ 31
6 Listing Services 34
6.1 Editing the services list ....................... 34
6.2 Editing the favourite list ...................... 36
6.3 How to use on-screen keyboard .................. 38
6.4 Transferring receiver data ..................... 38
7 Firmware Update 40
7.1 Checking the firmware information ............... 40
7.2 From your computer via RS-232 port ............... 42
7.3 From another digital receiver via RS-232 port .......... 43
Index 44

1
Chapter 1
Introduction
The CBC - 5200 digital receiver is fully compliant with the inter-
national Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) standard, and thus
is able to receive digital broadcasts of that standard.
NOTE
In general we equate a channel with a frequency. However,
unlike analogue broadcasts, digital broadcasts are not all as-
signed to their own frequencies; instead, multiple television
broadcasts are transmitted through a single frequency. The fre-
quency in digital broadcasting is usually called transponder. To
reduce confusion in this manual, the word service is preferably
used than channel as a term to indicate one television or radio
broadcast.
1.1 Features
The CBC - 5200 digital receiver has the following features:
• Can store up to 2000 television and radio services.
• You can edit the services list.

2 Introduction
• Can create favourite lists of your favourite services.
• Can view information about the current television or
radio programme.
• Has an electronic programme guide that provides an
overview of scheduled programmes.
1.2 Controlling the digital receiver
You can operate the digital receiver with the remote control or
the buttons on the front panel.
NOTE
When the digital receiver is off but plugged into a wall outlet,
we say that it is in standby mode; on the other hand, when it is
on, it is in operation mode. Even when you are not using the
digital receiver, you should keep it plugged into a wall outlet
to be in standby mode so that it can run timer events at any
time.

1.2 Controlling the digital receiver 3
1.2.1 The front panel
The front panel of the digital receiver has buttons to control
the digital receiver, specific lamps and a display to indicate its
status. The following indicates what they mean.
Front display shows the current time in standby mode, and
displays the current service in operation mode.
button switches the digital receiver between standby
mode and operation mode.
CHANNEL
c
,
a
buttons switch to previous or next service.
They are also used to navigate in menus and interactive
screens.
STANDBY lamp lights up while the digital receiver is in
standby mode.
MESSAGE lamp is not used.
IR/RADIO lamp blinks whenever you press a button on the
remote control.
You have to insert your subscription card into the front slot to
watch pay services.

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1.2.2 The remote control
1
 button switches the digital re-
ceiver between standby mode and
operation mode.
2
 mutes the sound. Press again to
switch it back on.
3
 Numeric buttons are used to enter a
service number for service change or
to specify values for menu options.
4
switches between the current ser-
vice and the previously viewed one.
5




FAV displays the favourite lists.
6




MENU displays the main menu. It is
also used to return to the previous
menu from a submenu.
7




EXIT is used to exit a menu or to hide
on-screen info.
8




EPG displays the electronic pro-
gramme guide.
9
 displays the service information
box. It is also used to display more
information about a programme.
10

c
,
a
buttons switch to previous or
next service. They are also used to
navigate in menus and interactive
screens.
11

b
,
d
buttons decrease or increase the volume. They are
also used to change values for menu options.
12




OK displays the services list. See § 5.2.1 for more details.

1.2 Controlling the digital receiver 5
It is also used to select a menu item.
13
 switches between television services and radio
services.
14




SAT is not used in this model.
15




V− ,




V+ buttons decrease or increase the volume. They
are also used to change values for menu options.
16




P− ,




P+ buttons switch to previous or next service.
They are also used to navigate in menus and interactive
screens.
17
 These buttons have different functions per menu. They
will be guided by on-screen help.
18
 is used to select an audio track and sound mode, or
a video track of multifeed programme. is used to
select a subtitle track. displays teletext.
19
pauses live television.
20




UHF is not used in this model.
21
 switches the output of the TV SCART socket between
the digital receiver and the device connected to the VCR
SCART socket. See § 3.2.3 for more details.
22




M1 is not used in this model.
23




N/P is not used in this model.
24
is used to set a sleep timer in 10 minute increments.
NOTE
When using the remote control, point it at the remote sensor
on the front panel of the digital receiver.

6 Setup
Chapter 2
Setup
2.1 Unpacking
Before going any further, check that you have received the
following items with your digital receiver.
• Remote control unit
• Two batteries for the remote control (AAA 1.5 V)
• A copy of this user guide
NOTE
Accessories may vary according to your local area.
2.2 Safety precautions
Please read carefully the following safety precautions.
• The mains power must be 90 to 250 volts. Check it before
connecting the digital receiver to the mains socket. For
the power consumption of the digital receiver, refer to
Table 2.1.

2.2 Safety precautions 7
• The mains outlet should be near the equipment. Do not
run an extension lead to the unit.
• Do not expose the digital receiver to any moisture. The
digital receiver is designed for use indoors only. Use dry
cloth when cleaning the digital receiver.
• Place the digital receiver on a firm and level surface.
• Do not place the digital receiver close to heat emitting
units or in direct sunlight, as this will impair cooling.
Do not lay any objects such as magazines on the digi-
tal receiver. When placed in a cabinet, make sure there
is a minimum space of 10 centimetres around it. For
the physical specification of the digital receiver, refer to
Table 2.2.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched.
If the cord is damaged, do not use the digital receiver
and get the cord replaced.
• Never open the digital receiver casing under any circum-
stances, the warranty will be void.
• Refer all servicing to a qualified service technician.
Table 2.1: Power specifications
Input voltage 90 to 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 10 W at maximum in operation
8 W in standby
Table 2.2: Physical specifications
Size 215×46×155 mm
Weight 1.0 kg
Operating temperature 0 to 45 °C
Storage relative humidity 5 to 90 %

8 Setup
2.3 Rear panel connections
The CBC - 5200 has the following connections on the back:
Check what connections your television set has in comparison
with the digital receiver.
1
CABLE IN Cable broadcasting signal input socket for
the first tuner.
2
CABLE OUT Cable broadcasting signal output socket
through the first tuner.
3
AUDIO L/R Stereo audio output socket for the television
set or the audio system. (white/red)
4
VIDEO Composite video output socket for the televi-
sion set. (yellow)
5
S/PDIF Dolby digital output socket for the audio sys-
tem.
6
VCR Audio and video input/output socket for the
video cassette recorder or suchlike.
7
TV Audio and video output socket for the televi-
sion set.
8
RS-232 Serial port for firmware update and data
transfer.

2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver 9
Table 2.3: Connectors specifications
VIDEO Composite video (CVBS) output
AUDIO Left & right audio output
TV CVBS/RGB/YPbPr video output
Left & right audio output
VCR CVBS video output
Left & right audio output
CVBS video input for bypass
Left & right audio input for bypass
S/PDIF Dolby digital audio output
RS-232 115.2 kbps at maximum
2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver
There are several ways to set up the digital receiver. Set up the
digital receiver suitably to your television and other appliances.
If you have any problem with your setup or need help, contact
your dealer.
2.4.1 Connecting to the broadcasting cable
Whatever sort of connection you have be-
tween the digital receiver and the television,
you need to connect the digital receiver to
the broadcasting cable so that it can receive
digital television services.
Connect the broadcasting cable to the CABLE
IN connector.
2.4.2 Connecting to your television set
For all the following connections of the digital receiver, we
recommend you use the first connector to get the best picture
quality. If your television does not have a matching connector,
then use the next connector in the following order for a better
picture quality.

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1. SCART connector (TV)
2. Composite connector (VIDEO)
You should configure audio and video settings after connecting
up the digital receiver. See § 3.2 for a detailed description.
To use the SCART connector
For best results with a standard television set,
you should use a SCART cable. Plug one end
of the cable into the TV socket on the digital
receiver, and plug the other end into a free
SCART socket on your television.
Some televisions have inputs via S-Video or
Component connectors rather than SCART.
If you have such a television, use an appropriate conversion ca-
ble to link the TV socket on the digital receiver to the matching
socket on your television.
If you connect with a standard SCART cable, you do not have
to make audio connection because the SCART connector can
output stereo audio. But if you use a conversion cable, such as
SCART-to-Component, you have to make audio connection.
To use the composite video connector
You need to obtain a composite video cable
(RCA cable) to use the composite video con-
nector. Plug one end of the cable into the
VIDEO (yellow) socket on the digital receiver,
and plug the other end into the matching
socket on your television.

2.5 Inserting batteries in the remote control 11
To make the audio connection
You need to obtain an audio cable (RCA ca-
ble) to connect the audio connectors. Plug
one end of the cable into the AUDIO L (white)
and AUDIO R (red) sockets on the digital re-
ceiver, and plug the other end into the match-
ing sockets on your television or audio sys-
tem.
To enjoy Dolby digital audio, your televi-
sion or audio system must be able to decode
Dolby digital audio, and you need to obtain a
S/PDIF cable. Plug one end of the cable into
the S/PDIF socket on the digital receiver, and
plug the other end into the matching socket
on your audio system.
2.4.3 Connecting to your video cassette recorder
The digital receiver can also output video to another appliance
such as a video cassette recorder through an auxiliary SCART
connector.
You need to obtain a SCART cable to use the
auxiliary SCART connector. Plug one end of
the cable into the VCR socket on the digital re-
ceiver, and plug the other end into the match-
ing socket on your video cassette recorder or
suchlike.
2.5 Inserting batteries in the remote control
Open the battery compartment by removing the lid, and then
insert the batteries observing the polarity, which is marked on
the base of the battery compartment.

12 Setup
If the digital receiver no longer reacts properly to remote con-
trol commands, the batteries may be flat. Be sure to remove
used batteries. The manufacturer accepts no liability for the
damage resulting from leaking batteries.
NOTE
Batteries, including those which contain no heavy metals, may
not be disposed with other household wastes. Please dispose
of used batteries in an environmentally sound manner. Find
out the legal regulations which apply in your area.
2.6 Switching on for the first time
Now that you have your digital receiver connected, you should
plug it into a mains socket. Ensure that your television set is
turned on and on the correct AV channel, so that you will be
able to see the display from the digital receiver.
2.6.1 Powering on and checking picture
Press the button in top left corner on the remote control.
After about 10 seconds you may see a picture displaying a
menu. If the picture is good, you can skip to § 4.1 to search
for the available television and radio services. Otherwise,
you may need to temporarily connect the composite video
connector (VIDEO) to your television set so that you can see
the on-screen menus in order to configure the video settings.

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Chapter 3
Preference Settings
3.1 Language settings
You can select the language in
which the menu would be dis-
played. In addition to that, you
can select the language of audio
track and of subtitle track.
Select the System Setting > Lan-
guage Setting menu. You should
see a screen like the left figure.
Menu language
Set the Menu Language option to your desired language. Once
you select a language, the menu will be immediately displayed
in the selected language.

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Subtitle language
Set the Subtitle Language option to your desired language.
When you watch a programme, the subtitle track of the selected
language will be displayed if available.
Apart from this setting, you can select a subtitle track with the
button. See § 5.2.5 for a detailed description.
Audio language
Set the Audio Language option to your desired language. When
you watch a programme, the audio track of the selected lan-
guage will be outputted if available.
Apart from this setting, you can select an audio track with the
button. See § 5.2.4 for a detailed description.
3.2 Video and audio settings
You have to configure the video
and audio settings appropriately
for your television set and other
appliances.
Select the System Setting >
A/V Output Setting menu. You
should see a screen like the left
figure.
3.2.1 Television standard
The digital receiver supports two television standards. One
is PAL standard, and the other is NTSC standard. PAL was
adopted in European countries while NTSC is adopted in USA,
Canada, Mexico and so forth.