Topfield CBV-7100 User manual

TOPFIELD
CBV-7100
User Guide
High Definition
Digital Cable Receiver
VIACCESS Embedded

ii CONTENTS
Contents
Contents ii
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Features .............................. 1
1.2 Controlling the digital receiver .................. 2
1.2.1 Front panel ........................ 2
1.2.2 Remote control ...................... 4
1.3 Subscription card information .................. 5
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
2.5 Switching on for the first time .................. 11
3 Service Search 14
3.1 Searching broadcasting services ................. 14
3.2 Resetting to factory settings ................... 15
4 Preference Settings 16
4.1 Language settings ......................... 16
4.1.1 Menu language ...................... 16

CONTENTS iii
4.1.2 Subtitle language ..................... 17
4.1.3 Audio language ...................... 17
4.2 Video and audio settings ..................... 17
4.2.1 High definition television ................ 17
4.2.2 Television aspect ratio .................. 18
4.2.3 Audio mode ........................ 19
4.3 Local time setting ......................... 19
4.4 Parental control .......................... 20
4.5 Adjusting the On-Screen Display ................ 22
4.6 Standby mode ........................... 23
5 Daily Usage 24
5.1 Volume control .......................... 24
5.2 Watching television ........................ 24
5.2.1 The services list ...................... 24
5.2.2 The favourite service lists ................ 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 Making timer events ....................... 31
6 Listing Services 33
6.1 Editing the services list ...................... 33
6.2 Editing the favourite lists ..................... 35
6.3 How to use on-screen keyboard ................. 37
7 Firmware Update 38
Index 39

1
Chapter 1
Introduction
The CBV-7100 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
assigned to their own frequencies; instead, multiple televi-
sion broadcasts are transmitted through a single frequency.
The frequency in digital broadcasting is usually called trans-
ponder. To reduce confusion in this manual, the word ser-
vice is preferably used than channel as a term to indicate
one television or radio broadcast.
1.1 Features
This digital receiver has the following features:
• Can store up to 2000 television and radio services.
• You can edit the services list.
• Can create favourite lists of your favourite services.

2 Introduction
• Can view information about the current television or ra-
dio 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
socket, 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 socket to be in standby mode so that it can run timer
events at any time.
1.2.1 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.
button switches the digital receiver between standby mode
and operation mode.
CHANNEL
c
,
a
buttons switch to the previous or next ser-
vice. They are also used to navigate in menus and inter-
active screens.

1.2 Controlling the digital receiver 3
lamp blinks every time you press a button on the remote
control.
STANDBY lamp lights up while the digital receiver is in standby
mode.
Front display shows the current time in standby mode, and
displays the current service in operation mode.
You have to insert your subscription
card into the front slot to watch pay
services. When you insert a subscrip-
tion card, the side on which the chip is
mounted must face upward.

4 Introduction
1.2.2 Remote control
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.1button switches the digital
receiver between standby mode
and operation mode.
.
.
.2is used to set a sleep timer in
10 minute increments.
.
.
.3



V−,



V+buttons decrease or in-
crease the volume. They are also
used to change values for menu
options.
.
.
.4mutes the sound. Press again
to switch it back on.
.
.
.5



P−,



P+buttons switch to the
previous or next service. They are
also used to navigate in menus
and interactive screens.
.
.
.6switches over between the
current service and the previ-
ously viewed one.
.
.
.7Numeric buttons are used to en-
ter a service number for service
change or to specify values for
menu options.
.
.
.8



OK displays the services list. See
§5.2.1 for more details. It is also
used to select a menu item.
.
.
.9



FAV displays the favourite lists.
.
.
.10 displays the service information box. It is also used
to display more information about a programme.
.
.
.11 is used to select an audio track and a sound mode.

1.3 Subscription card information 5
.
.
.12 is used to select a subtitle track.
.
.
.13 displays teletext.
.
.
.14 



V.Format changes video resolution. See §4.2.1 for more
details.
.
.
.15 pauses live television.
.
.
.16 switches over between television services and radio
services.
.
.
.17 



GUIDE displays the electronic programme guide.
.
.
.18 



A/R changes aspect ratio. See §4.2.2 for more details.
.
.
.19 



MENU displays the main menu. It is also used to return
to the previous menu from a submenu.
.
.
.20 



EXIT is used to exit a menu or to hide on-screen informa-
tion.
.
.
.21 These buttons have different functions per menu. They
will be guided by on-screen help.
NOTE
When using the remote control, point it at the remote sensor
on the front panel of the digital receiver.
1.3 Subscription card information
With this digital receiver, you can view pay services scrambled
with the VIACCESS conditional access system. Probably you
have a subscription card. If you would like to view information
in detail about your subscription card, select the Conditional
Access menu. There you can also check the messages from
the broadcasting operator.

6 Setup
Chapter 2
Setup
2.1 Unpacking
Before going any further, check that you have received the fol-
lowing items with the 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 voltage must range between 90 and 250 volts.
Check it before plugging the digital receiver to the wall
socket. For the power consumption of the digital re-
ceiver, refer to Table 2.1.
• The wall socket should be near the equipment. Do not
run an extension lead to the unit.

2.2 Safety precautions 7
• Where the mains plug is used as the disconnect device,
such disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• The digital receiver shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing water, and no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on it.
• Do not expose the digital receiver to any moisture. The
digital receiver is designed for indoor use only. Use dry
cloth to clean 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 Ta-
ble 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, or the warranty will be void.
• Refer all servicing to a qualified service technician.
Table 2.1: Power specification
Input voltage 90 to 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 13 W at maximum in operation
1.5 W in standby
Table 2.2: Physical specifications
Size 260×46×190 mm
Weight 1.2 kg
Operating temperature 0 to 45 ℃
Storage relative humidity 5 to 90 %

8 Setup
2.3 Rear panel connections
The CBV-7100 has the following connections on the back:
Pb Y Pr
R - AUDIO - LVIDEO
YPr
CABLE OUT S/PDIF HDMI
Pb Y Pr
CABLE IN
R - AUDIO - L VIDEO
R - AUDIO - L VIDEO
Check what connections your television set has in comparison
with the digital receiver.
.
.
.1CABLE IN Cable broadcasting signal input socket
.
.
.2CABLE OUT Cable broadcasting signal output socket
through the CABLE IN socket for another
digital receiver
.
.
.3S/PDIF Digital audio output socket for the audio-
video receiver
.
.
.4HDMI Audio and video output socket for the
high definition television set
.
.
.5Y/Pb/Pr Component video output socket for the
television set (green/blue/red)
.
.
.6AUDIO L/R Stereo audio output socket for the televi-
sion set or the audio-video receiver (white/red)
.
.
.7VIDEO Composite video output socket for the
television set (yellow)

2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver 9
Table 2.3: Connectors specifications
HDMI High definition video output
Left & right audio output
Digital audio output
YPbPr Component video output
VIDEO Composite video (CVBS) output
AUDIO Left & right audio output
S/PDIF Digital audio output
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 devices.
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 digi-
tal television broadcasts. Connect the broad-
casting cable to the CABLE IN connector. If
you have another digital receiver, you may
link it from the CABLE OUT connector.
2.4.2 Connecting to your television set
For all the following connections of the digital receiver, we rec-
ommend you to 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.
1. HDMI connector (HDMI)
2. Component connector (YPbPr)

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3. Composite connector (VIDEO)
You should configure audio and video settings after connect-
ing up the digital receiver. See §4.2 for a detailed description.
To use the HDMI output
If you have a high definition television set,
you should use an HDMI cable for best re-
sults. Plug one end of the cable into the HDMI
socket on the digital receiver, and plug the
other end into the matching socket on your
television. In this case, you do not have to
make audio connection because it can output
stereo audio or digital audio as well.
To use the Component video output
You need to obtain a Component video cable
(RCA cable) to use the Component video out-
put. Plug one ends of the cable into the Y
(green), Pb (blue) and Pr (red) sockets on the
digital receiver, and plug the other ends into
the matching sockets on your television.
NOTE
When connecting with the Component video cable, remem-
ber to also plug in the additional white and red audio cables
from the digital receiver to the back of your television.

2.5 Switching on for the first time 11
To use the Composite video output
You need to obtain a Composite video cable
(RCA cable) to use the Composite video out-
put. 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.
NOTE
You cannot view high definition video by means of the Com-
posite video output.
To make the audio connection
You need to obtain an audio cable (RCA ca-
ble) to link the audio connectors. Plug one
ends of the cable into the AUDIO L (white)
and AUDIO R (red) sockets on the digital re-
ceiver, and plug the other ends into the match-
ing sockets on your television or audio-video
receiver.
To enjoy Dolby Digital audio, your television
or audio-video receiver must be able to de-
code Dolby Digital audio, and you need to
obtain an S/PDIF cable. Plug one end of the
cable into the S/PDIF socket on the digital re-
ceiver, and plug the other end into the match-
ing socket on your audio-video receiver.
2.5 Switching on for the first time
Now that you have your digital receiver connected, you should
plug it into a wall socket. Ensure that your television set is

12 Setup
turned on and on the correct video channel so that you will be
able to see the display from the digital receiver.
Before switching on the digital receiver, you should insert bat-
teries into 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 compart-
ment.
Press the button on the top left corner on the remote con-
trol. In a little time, you may see a picture displaying a menu.
If you do not see a picture, try pressing the 



V.Format button on
the remote control. If after several tries you still get no picture,
check that the television is set to the correct input. If the picture
is good, you can skip to §3.1 to search for available television
and radio services. Otherwise, you may need to temporarily
connect the Composite video connector (VIDEO) to your tele-
vision set so that you can see the menu in order to configure
the video settings.
CAUTION
If the digital receiver no longer reacts properly to the remote
control commands, the batteries may be flat. Be sure to re-
place only with 1.5 V AAA size batteries, and observe the
following precautions.
• Do not mix different types of batteries, or new and old
batteries.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not recharge the old batteries.
• In order to avoid any risk of explosion, observe the po-
larities indicated inside the battery compartment.
• Do not subject to excessive heat such as the sun and
fire.
• If you are not using the remote control for a long pe-
riod of time, remove the batteries. The manufacturer

2.5 Switching on for the first time 13
accepts no liability for the damage resulting from leak-
ing batteries.
• Batteries, including those which contain no heavy
metals, may not be disposed with other household
wastes. Please dispose of used batteries in an environ-
mentally sound manner. Find out the legal regulations
which apply in your area.

14 Service Search
Chapter 3
Service Search
After connecting up the digital receiver, you will need to per-
form a service search.
NOTE
If there is no service stored, you will be not able to access all
menus. A  is another name for a .
3.1 Searching broadcasting services
To perform service search, se-
lect the Installation >Service
Search menu. You should see a
screen like the left figure.

3.2 Resetting to factory settings 15
You should set the Search Mode option to Auto at the first
service search after installing the digital receiver. The digital
receiver will search all available services with the automatic
search mode within the frequency range from the frequency
of the Start Frequency option to the frequency of the End Fre-
quency option. Symbol Rate stands for data transfer rate, and
QAM is a form of modulation used in digital broadcasting.
Broadcasting operators send their services in a symbol rate by
a modulation method. Perhaps you do not have to specify the
Symbol Rate and QAM Mode options since they are seldom
changed. However, you should set the QAM Mode option to
Auto for more certainty. You can specify the Start Frequency,
End Frequency and Symbol Rate options with the numeric
buttons if you want to change them.
To search only one frequency, set the Search Mode option to
Manual and specify your desired frequency at the Frequency
option with the numeric buttons.
To start service search, select the Start Search item, then a box
appears, displaying a list of found services. When it has com-
pleted, press the 



OK button to save found services. To stop at
any time or to exit without saving, press the 



EXIT button.
3.2 Resetting to factory settings
The digital receiver maintains the following data:
• Services list
• Favourite list
• Timer list
• Preference settings
You can reset all data of the digital receiver. To do that, se-
lect the Installation >Factory Setting menu, and then you
get asked for confirmation. If you select Yes, service entries,
favourite entries and timer events will all be deleted, and pref-
erence options will be reset to the manufacturer’s factory set-
tings.

16 Preference Settings
Chapter 4
Preference Settings
4.1 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 >Language
Setting menu. You should see a
screen like the left figure.
4.1.1 Menu language
The digital receiver provides menus in several different lan-
guages. Set the Menu Language option to your desired lan-
guage. Once you select a language, the menu will be immedi-
ately displayed in the selected language.