Topfield TRF-7260 Service manual

TRF-7260
User Reference
High Definition
Digital Terrestrial Receiver
Personal Video Recorder
Default PIN: 0000

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, in an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to a person.
The exclamation point, in an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operation and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
Precautions
• Read, keep and follow these instructions.
• Read all warnings.
• Clean with a dry cloth only.
• Do not block any of the ventilation openings.
• Do not install near any heat sources or in direct sunlight as this will impair cooling.
• Do not operate this product near water. Do not place any of the objects filled with liquids, such as
vases on this unit.
• Do not try to change the plug or defeat its safety purpose. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• This product is designed for indoor use only.
• Place the digital receiver on a firm and level surface.
• Do not lay any objects such as magazines on this unit.
• Do not overload power outlets. Doing so may result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.
• Never open this unit’s casing under any circumstances, or the warranty will be void.
• Unplug this unit during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the unit 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 unit, the unit became wet from rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
• 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.

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About this user guide
Thank you for purchasing our digital receiver. Please read this user guide carefully before you use the
digital receiver and keep it handy for future reference.
This User Guide covers the model TRF-7260 .
• Illustrations pictured in this manual may not be exactly the same as the actual product.
• The screenshots used in this manual may not be exactly the same as those you see on the actual
on-screen displays.
• Designs and specifications of the digital receiver and other accessories are subject to change with-
out any notice in order to introduce new features or improve the functionality of the product.
The TF RCU app for iPhone
The RCU application is available to download from the App Store (currently for iPhone only).
Download the TF RCU app to control this unit with your smart phone.
* iPhone and App Store are registered trademarks of Apple, Inc.
Compatible RCU support
The TRF-7260 supports compatible RCU usage for the PVR set.
Menu >Settings >Miscellaneous >Type of RCU
* The RCU code is required for this feature.
** Please visit http://topfield.com.au for more information.

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Contents
Contents v
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 .......................... 3
2 Setup 5
2.1 Unpacking ................................. 5
2.2 Safety precautions ............................ 5
2.3 Rear panel connections .......................... 6
2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver ................... 7
2.4.1 Connecting to the antenna ................... 8
2.4.2 Connecting to your television set ................ 8
2.5 Switching ON for the first time ..................... 10
3 Service Search 11
3.1 Searching for broadcasting services ................... 11
3.2 Reset to factory settings ......................... 12
3.3 Store/Restore user settings ........................ 12
3.4 Reset service list .............................. 13
4 Preference Settings 14
4.1 Video and audio settings ......................... 14
4.1.1 High definition television .................... 14
4.1.2 Television aspect ratio ...................... 15
4.1.3 Audio mode ........................... 16
4.2 Local time setting ............................. 16
4.3 Parental control .............................. 18
4.4 Options for recording ........................... 19

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4.5 Options for playback ........................... 19
4.6 Options for on-screen display ...................... 20
4.7 Options for the front display ....................... 20
4.8 Options for Photo Album ........................ 21
4.9 Options for standby mode ........................ 21
5 Every Day Use 22
5.1 Volume control .............................. 22
5.2 Watching television ............................ 22
5.2.1 The services list ......................... 22
5.2.2 The favourite service list .................... 23
5.2.3 Viewing programme information ............... 24
5.2.4 Selecting audio tracks ...................... 24
5.2.5 Selecting subtitle tracks ..................... 24
5.3 Viewing electronic programme guide .................. 25
5.4 Using time-shift .............................. 26
6 Organising Services 28
6.1 Editing the favourite lists ......................... 28
7 Recording and Playback 30
7.1 Recording a programme ......................... 31
7.1.1 Instant recording ........................ 31
7.1.2 Timer recording ......................... 33
7.1.3 Scheduling recordings using the programme guide . . . . . 34
7.1.4 Recording a time-shifted programme ............. 36
7.2 File archive ................................ 36
7.2.1 To delete a recording ...................... 36
7.2.2 To sort recordings ........................ 37
7.2.3 To lock a recording ....................... 37
7.2.4 To rename a recording ..................... 37
7.2.5 To make a new folder ...................... 37
7.2.6 To move a recording to another folder ............. 37
7.3 Playing back a recording ......................... 38
7.3.1 To navigate using the progress bar ............... 38
7.3.2 To play in slow motion ..................... 39
7.3.3 To play in fast motion ...................... 39
7.3.4 To make a bookmark ...................... 39
7.4 Copying a recorded file .......................... 40
7.5 Formatting the hard disk ......................... 40
8 Accessing via Network 41
8.1 Configuring the router .......................... 42
8.1.1 To access within the local area network ............ 42
8.1.2 To access over the Internet ................... 42

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8.2 Network setup .............................. 44
8.2.1 For a wired connection ..................... 44
8.2.2 For a wireless connection .................... 44
8.3 Accessing the web server ......................... 45
8.4 Accessing the FTP server ......................... 47
9 Topfield Application Program 49
10 Firmware Update 52
10.1 From a memory stick ........................... 52
10.2 From the firmware server via the Internet ............... 53
A Troubleshooting 54

1 Introduction
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Chapter 1
Introduction
The TRF-7260 digital receiver is fully compliant with the international
Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) standard, and thus is able to receive
digital broadcasts of that standard. For its operation you need an an-
tenna, which must be installed appropriately.
NOTE
The frequency in digital broadcasting is usually called transponder
or multiplex. 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
This digital receiver has the following features:
• Can store up to 2,000 television and radio services.
• Can create lists of your favourite services.
• You can record programmes to the internal HDD.
• Time-shift is a special technical feature available on this digital
receiver. You can pause a programme you are watching and
resume it again at a later time. Then you can quickly go to any
part of the current programme by fast forward or rewind search.
• If you have an external hard drive connected to the digital re-
ceiver via USB, you can record programmes into it.

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1.2 Controlling the digital receiver
You can operate the digital receiver with the remote control or the but-
tons on the front panel.
NOTE
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 lights and a display to indicate its status.
CHANNEL VOLUME
STANDBY
MENU
STANDBY
STANDBY lights up while the digital receiver is in standby mode.
switches the digital receiver between standby mode
and active mode.
MENU displays the main menu. Also, returns to previous
menu from a submenu.
c
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a
CHANNEL switch to the previous or next service.
Also, navigate in menus and interactive screens.
b
,
d
VOLUME decrease or increase the volume. Also, change val-
ues for menu options.
OK displays the services list. See §5.2.1 for more details.
Also, selects a menu item.

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1.2 Controlling the digital receiver 3
1.2.2 Remote control
1switches the digital receiver between standby mode and active mode.
2mutes the sound. Press again to switch it back on.
3V.Format changes video resolution.
4A/R changes aspect ratio.
5AUX not used in this model.
6switches over between television services and radio services.
7Numeric buttons are used to enter a service number for service change or to
to specify values for menu options.
8switches over between the current service and the previously viewed one.
9displays the service information box.
displAlso, ays more information about a programme.
10 selects audio track or sound mode.
11 not used in this model.
12 selects a subtitle track.
13 sets sleep timer in 10 minute increments.
14 MENU displays the main menu.
Also, returns to the previous menu from a submenu.
15 GUIDE displays the electronic programme guide.
16 , allow you to choose an item from the menu.
Also, navigate through the electronic programme guide or
interactive services.

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NOTE
In order to use the T d RCU for your TV, refer to the Universal RCU setup for TV
guide: Menu >Information.
Functions of the colour buttons will be guided on the screen.
17 , allow you to change the options for a menu item.
nAlso, avigate through the electronic programme guide or interactive services.
18 displays the services list. Also, selects menu items.
19 EXIT exits a menu or hides on-screen information.
20 LIST
21 V−,V+decrease or increase the volume.
22 P−,P+switch to the previous/next service.
23 starts reverse playback. Subsequent presses increase the rewind speed.
24 pauses live television or playback of a recorded programme.
25 resumes normal playback speed, or displays the progress bar for navigation
on playback or time-shift. To play a recorded programme, see button 30 .
26 starts fast forward playback. Subsequent presses increase the playback speed.
27 starts recording.
28 stops playback, recording, or jumps back to live television from time-shifted
television.
29 starts slow motion playback. Subsequent presses change the playback speed.
30 displays the list of recorded programmes that are stored in the internal
hard drive.
31 has t functions per menu.
32 jumps back to the beginning of the recording on playback.
33 jumps to the end of the recording on playback.
34 SAT displays connected device list.
35 F1 has t functions per menu.
36 F2 makes a bookmark on playback or time-shift.
37 F3 jumps to next bookmark position.
38 F4 edits a recording.
39 not used in this model.
40 FAV displays the favourite list.
OK
LIST
displays the list of recorded programmes that are stored in the internal
hard drive.

2 Setup
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Chapter 2
Setup
2.1 Unpacking
Before going any further, check that you have received the following
items with the digital receiver.
• Remote control
• Two batteries for the remote control (AAA 1.5 V)
• One HDMI cable
• A copy of the User Manual
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 receiver, refer to Table 2.1.
• The wall socket should be near the equipment. Do not run an
extension lead to the unit.
• The mains plug shall remain readily operable so that it can be
removed easily to disconnect the power.
• 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.

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• 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.
• Refer all servicing to a qualified service technician.
• To maintain proper ventilation, always leave sufficient space
around the digital receiver.
Table 2.1: Power specification
Input voltage 90 to 250 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 30 W at maximum in active
Under 5 W in passive standby
Table 2.2: Physical specifications
Size 340×60×265 mm
Weight(Net) 3.1 kg
Operating temperature 0 to 45 ◦C
Storage relative humidity 5 to 90 %
2.3 Rear panel connections
VIDEOR - AUDIO - L
S/PDIF
ANT OUT
ANT IN
PbPr Y
HDMI USB
LAN
Check what connections your television set has in comparison with
the digital receiver.
ANT IN Terrestrial broadcasting signal input socket
(5V, Max.100mA)
ANT OUT Terrestrial broadcasting signal output socket through
the ANT IN socket for other receiver
VIDEO Composite video output socket for the television set
(yellow)
AUDIO R/L Stereo audio output socket for television or audio re-
ceiver
(white/red)

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2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver 7
Y/Pb/Pr Component video output socket for the television set
(green/blue/red)
S/PDIF Digital audio output socket for the audio-video receiver
HDMI Audio and video output socket for high definition tele-
vision set
LAN Local area network port
USB USB port for firmware update and data transfer
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
LAN 10/100 Ethernet
USB 2.0 Host (5 V DC, 500 mA)
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.
WARNING
Connect any components before plugging the power cord into the
wall outlet. Always turn off the product, TV and other components
before you connect or disconnect any cables.
NOTE
If you encounter any problems setting up your product, please con-
tact your local retailer.

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2.4.1 Connecting to the antenna
Whatever sort of connection you have between the digital
receiver and the television, you need to connect the digital
receiver to the antenna so that it can receive digital televi-
sion broadcasts. Connect the antenna cable to the ANT IN
connector. If you have another digital receiver, you may
link it from the ANT OUT connector.
NOTE
ANT OUT may also be linked to your television, VCR, or DVD
recorder to loop an analogue signal.
2.4.2 Connecting to your television set
For all the following connections of the digital receiver, we recommend
you to use the first connector to get the best picture quality. If your tele-
vision 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)
3. Composite connector (VIDEO)
You should configure audio and video settings after connecting up the
digital receiver. See §4.1 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 results. 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
Y
Pb
Pr
You need to obtain a Component video cable (RCA cable)
to use the Component video output. 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 match-
ing sockets on your television.

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2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver 9
NOTE
Remember to plug in the additional white and red audio cables from
the digital receiver to the back of your television.
To use the Composite video output
You need to obtain a Composite video cable (RCA cable)
to use the Composite video output. 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 Composite
video output.
To make the audio connection
You need to obtain an audio cable (RCA cable) to link the
audio connectors. Plug one end of the cable into the AUDIO
L(white) and AUDIO R (red) sockets on the digital receiver,
and plug the other ends into the matching sockets on your
television or audio-video receiver.
To enjoy Dolby Digital audio, your television or audio-
video receiver 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-video receiver.

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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 turned on and
on the correct video channel so that you will be able to see the display
from the digital receiver.
Press the button on the top left corner on the remote control. In a
little time, you may see a picture displaying a menu.
If you do not see a picture, try pressing the 



VF 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 television 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 replace only with
1.5 V AAA size batteries, and observe the following precautions.
• Do not mix different types of batteries, or new and old batter-
ies.
• Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• Do not recharge the old batteries.
• In order to avoid any risk of explosion, observe the polarities
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 period of
time, remove the batteries. The manufacturer accepts no lia-
bility for the damage resulting from leaking batteries.
• Batteries, including those which contain no heavy metals,
may not be disposed with other household wastes. Please dis-
pose of used batteries in an environmentally sound manner.
Find out the legal regulations which apply in your area.

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Chapter 3
Service Search
After connecting up the digital receiver, you will need to perform 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 for broadcasting services
To perform service search, select the Instal-
lation >Searching menu. You should see
a screen like the left figure.
You should set the Search Mode option to
Auto for the first time after connecting up
the digital receiver.
You may choose to only search for the services of a specific transponder
since more than one service are provided via each transponder. Set the
Search Mode option to Manual, then select your desired transponder
at the Channel option. The number ranges from 6 to 12 in VHF and 28
to 69 in UHF.

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It is possible to search single service in a certain transponder only if
you know the desired service’s audio and video packet identification
(PID). Set the Search Mode option to Advanced, then the PID option
becomes enabled. Specify the PIDs of your desired service with the
numeric buttons.
To start service search, move down to the Start Search item, and press
the 



OK button. The digital receiver will start to search for services. It
is common for no channels to be found until quite late in the process.
When the scan is complete, you will see a message telling you how
many services have been found. Press the 



OK button to save the list.
3.2 Reset 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. Select the Installation >
System Recovery >Factory Setting menu, and then you get asked for
confirmation. With the choice of Yes, the services list, favourite list
and timer list will all be cleared, and preference options will be reset
to the manufacturer’s factory settings.
NOTE
A factory reset will not delete any recorded programmes. However,
you have to search services again after a factory reset.
3.3 Store/Restore user settings
You can store your own data including the following:
• Services list
• Favourite lists
• Preference settings
Also you can restore them at any time.
To store your data, select the Installation >System Recovery >Store
System Data menu, then you get asked for confirmation. If you select
Yes, your data will be stored. Whenever you store your data, they
are all overwritten. To restore your data, select the Installation >
System Recovery >Recover System Data menu, then you get asked
for confirmation. With the choice of Yes, your data will be restored.