TVonics Digital tv recorder User manual

Digital TV Recorder
Instruction Manual

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Overview of the Remote Control

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Remote Control
1DTV/RADIO - Switches between Digital TV channels and Digital Radio channels.
2%- Turns the TV’s sound on/off*.
3MODE buttons - Sets the remote control to operate the Digital TV Recorder, a TV or DVD*.
4HELP - Displays/exits the Help pages.
5MENU - Displays/exits the menu.
6BACK - Returns to the previous level in the menu. Exits EPG, Info and Menu (rst level).
7EPG - Switches the Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) on/off.
8VOL. +/− - Adjusts the TV’s volume*.
9X- Pauses live TV and recordings.
q; x STOP - Stops playback when viewing recordings.
qa j- Rewinds live TV and recordings. Press repeatedly to increase the rewind speed.
qs B- Plays recording and resumes paused live TV and recordings.
qd TIMER - Displays the Timers screen.
qf l- Skips to the start when viewing a recording. Skips to the start of the pause buffer when
watching live TV.
qg 0-9 - Selects channels, enter PIN, use Help pages.
qh SUB/AV - Displays subtitles (if available). In TV mode, changes the Video Input on the TV*.
qj TEXT/−/−− - Displays digital text (if available). In TV mode, selects double digit channel numbers*.
qk Coloured buttons - Selects options in digital text/EPG/Channel List/menu.
ql L- Skips to the end when viewing a recording.
w; LIB - Displays the Library of recorded programmes.
wa J- Fast forwards recordings. Press repeatedly to increase the fast forward speed.When pausing live
TV or recordings, press to watch in slow motion.
ws zREC - Records live TV. Sets highlighted programmes to timer record in the EPG.
wd OK/UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT - Displays the Channel List/conrms a selection (OK button).
Navigate the EPG/menu/Channel List/Info menu (UP/DOWN/LEFT/RIGHT buttons).
wf CH. +/ − - Selects the next/previous channel.
wg INFO - Displays programme and recording information
wh - Returns to the previous channel watched. Switches between 4 and 24 hours advance in EPG
wj SAVER/CLOCK - Displays the Clock for 4 seconds. With the Clock displayed, press again to display
the Screen Saver.
wk 1- Switches the Digital TV Recorder,TV* or DVD* on/into standby.
*Once the remote control has been programmed to operate your equipment. Refer to page 28.

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Introduction
Thank you for choosing this TVonics Digital TV Recorder.
This Digital TV Recorder will revolutionise the way you watch TV, allowing you to watch what you want,
when you want.
Access all available free-to-air Digital TV and Radio channel with no monthly subscription.•
Pause live TV.•
Rewind live TV.•
Record Digital TV onto the built in hard disk - no need for tapes.•
Watch a programme from the start while it’s still recording.•
Record one channel while watching another.•
Plan your viewing with the 8 day Electronic Programme Guide (EPG).•
Manage your recordings with the Library.•
Record the model name and serial number in the space provided below (the model name and
serial number can be found on both the rear of the product and the rear of the box).
Refer to these numbers whenever you call your dealer regarding this product.
Model Name: Serial Number:
Important Safety Information
Before using the Digital TV Recorder, please take a minute to read the following important safety information.
Only use the supplied AC adaptor.• Do not place any objects on the unit.•
Place the unit on a stable surface.• Do not place any magnetic objects (including
speakers) on or near the unit.
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Never attempt to mount the unit vertically without
the supplied stand.
• Leave a space of at least 10cm around the unit to
allow for adequate ventilation.
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Do not allow the unit to get wet.• Do not obstruct the fan on the rear of the unit.•
Do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.• To clean the unit, use a lightly dampened, soft cloth.
Do not use any kind of abrasive cloth, sponge or
cleaner.
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Do not expose the unit to shocks or vibrations as
this could cause disk failure.
• Do not attempt to open the unit. Refer all servicing
to qualied service personnel.
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Do not use the unit in hot, humid or excessively
dusty places.
• To help prevent Screen burn on Plasma and LCD
screens, use the Screen Saver feature whenever
possible.
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Environmental Information
This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should
be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste.There are separate collection systems
for recycling in the EU.
For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.

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Table of Contents
Overview of the Remote Control ...................................................................................................................2, 3
Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................4
Important Safety Information............................................................................................................................4
Environmental Information ................................................................................................................................4
Getting Started
Package Contents ................................................................................................................................................6
Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control.........................................................................................6
Attaching the Supplied Feet...............................................................................................................................7
Safe Installation.....................................................................................................................................................7
Connecting to your TV and VCR/DVD Recorder ........................................................................................8
Connecting to your Hi-Fi/Surround Sound System .....................................................................................8
Automatically Tuning............................................................................................................................................9
Daily Use
Everyday Tasks.......................................................................................................................................................10
Common Symbols................................................................................................................................................11
Timeshifting ...........................................................................................................................................................12
Recording Programmes ......................................................................................................................................13
The Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) .......................................................................................................14
The Info display.....................................................................................................................................................15
The Channel List..................................................................................................................................................16
The Timers screen ...............................................................................................................................................17
The Library menu ................................................................................................................................................19
The Menu
Navigating the menu............................................................................................................................................21
Overview of the menu........................................................................................................................................22
Edit Channel List ......................................................................................................................................... 23
Settings .......................................................................................................................................................... 22
DVR Settings ................................................................................................................................................ 25
Parental Control.......................................................................................................................................... 26
Tuning............................................................................................................................................................. 26
Service ........................................................................................................................................................... 27
Software Upgrade ....................................................................................................................................... 27
Additional Information
Programming the Remote Control..................................................................................................................28
Automatically Programming the Remote Control .......................................................................................29
Finding the Remote Control’s Current Codes .............................................................................................29
Controlling a TV ...................................................................................................................................................30
Controlling a DVD player ..................................................................................................................................30
Specications.........................................................................................................................................................31
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................................32
Remote Control Brand Codes .........................................................................................................................33

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Package Contents
1Digital TV Recorder 2Remote Control
32xAA Batteries 4Power Supply
5Quick Start Guide 6Instruction Manual
7SCART Lead 8RF Lead
9Stand q; 4xRubber Feet
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Inserting the Batteries into the Remote Control
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Getting Started
Attaching the Supplied Feet
Safe Installation
Follow the instructions below to attach the supplied feet, according to which way you wish to install the Digital
TV Recorder:
Always use the supplied stand when installing
the Digital TV Recorder vertically, as shown.
NEVER attempt to install the Digital TV
Recorder vertically without the supplied stand,
or with any other stand as this may result in
damage to the Digital TV Recorder.
Always install the Digital TV Recorder
horizontally as shown, on a stable surface.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the
Digital TV Recorder.
Using the stand
(installing vertically):
Not using the stand
(installing horizontally):
Using the stand
(installing vertically):
Not using the stand
(installing horizontally):

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To your TV
(supplied SCART lead)
From your aerial
To the mains
power outlet
(supplied power
supply)
To your VCR/DVD Recorder/
TV** (supplied RF lead)
To your VCR/DVD Recorder
(SCART lead not supplied}
Connecting to your TV and VCR/DVD Recorder
If there isn’t already one in place, connect a second RF lead (not supplied) between your VCR/DVD
Recorder’s ‘RF OUT’ socket to your TV’s ‘RF IN’ socket*.
*Socket names may vary according to make and model of your equipment.
**If you don’t want to connect aVCR/DVD Recorder, connect the RF lead from the Digital TV Recorder’s ‘8
OUT’ socket to your TV’s ‘RF IN’ socket.
Depending on your Hi-Fi/Surround Sound System you can use either a conventional 3.5mm jack plug lead or an
optical lead (miniTOS).
Do not connect your headphones to the socket.
Connecting to your Hi-Fi/Surround Sound System
To your Hi-Fi/Surround Sound System
(3.5mm jack plug lead/optical lead not supplied)

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Getting Started
Automatically Tuning
Once you have connected the Power Supply the following menu is displayed. Press OK to continue.
If the remote control does not work, press the DTV button and try again.
The Digital TV Recorder will now scan and store all available channels. Depending on the quality of your
reception, this may take several minutes. Please be patient and do not press any buttons.
If no channels are found a message is displayed asking you to check your aerial. Conrm that your aerial is
connected correctly and press OK to restart automatically tuning.
Once the automatic tuning is complete, a summary screen is displayed.
Press OK to exit the automatic tuning process.
Congratulations ! The Digital TV Recorder is now ready to use.

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Everyday Tasks
Basic operations
To Press
Switch the Digital TV Recorder on/off... 1button.
Select a channel... CH. +/ − or 0-9 buttons.
Adjust the volume.. VOL. +/− buttons*.
Mute the volume.... %button. Press again to restore*.
Display subtitles (when available)... SUB button. Press again to remove.
Display Digital Text (when available)... TEXT button.
Access Radio Channels.... DTV/RADIO button. Press again to return to TV
channels.
Display the clock... SAVER/CLOCK button.
Switch on the Screen Saver... SAVER/CLOCK button when the clock is
displayed.
Return to the last channel watched... button.
*Once the remote control has been programmed to operate your TV. Refer to page 28.
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