Uniden HD9000UPVR User manual

HIGH DEFINITION DIGITAL RECEIVER
Set Top Box with Freeview™ EPG
HD9000UPVR

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Safety First
Please review the following safety precautions. If this is your first time to use a digital receiver,
then read this manual before installing or using this receiver. If the receiver is not functioning
properly, please contact your local distributor or system installer.
The lightening symbol in a triangle is used to alert you to the presence of dangerous
voltages inside the receiver that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of electric shock to
anyone opening the case. It is also used to indicate improper installation or handling of
the receiver that could damage the electrical system in the receiver or in other equipment
attached to the receiver.
The exclamation point in a triangle is used to alert you to important operating and
maintenance instructions. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury to you
or damage to the receiver.
Be careful with electricity:
zPower outlet: To prevent electric shock, make sure the electrical plug used on the receiver’s
power cord matches the electrical outlet used to supply power to the receiver. Connect the
power cord only to a power source that operates at 100~240 Volts AC, 50/60 Hz.
zPower plug: If a three-prong power plug is provided with the receiver, make sure it is used
with a properly grounded three-wire power socket.
zPower cord: Make sure the power cord is routed so that it will not be stepped on or pinched
by heavy items.
zPower overloading: Avoid overloading electrical outlets or extension cords, which otherwise
could result in electric shock or fire.
zLightening: For protection from lightening, or when the receiver is left unattended for a long
period, disconnect it from the power source.
zProtect other equipment: Unplug the receiver before connecting any other equipment,
especially the antenna. Connect all equipment to the receiver before plugging any power
cords to the power source.
WARNING!
RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE
INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
PERSONNEL

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Also follow these precautions:
zVentilation: Do not block the ventilation slots on the receiver, or place any heavy object on top
of it. Blocking the airflow could damage the receiver. Arrange components so that air can flow
freely around the receiver. Ensure that there is adequate ventilation if the receiver is placed in
a stand. Put the receiver in a properly ventilated area, away from direct sunlight or any source
of heat.
zOverheating: Avoid stacking the receiver on top of a hot component such as a power
amplifier.
zRisk of Fire: Do not place the receiver on top of any easily combustible material, such as
carpet or fabric.
zProper Connections: Make sure all cables and equipment are connected to the receiver as
described in this manual.
zObject Entry: To avoid electric shock, never stick anything in the slots on the case or
remove the cover.
zWater Exposure: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the receiver to rain
or moisture.
zPlastic Protective Film: Receivers when shipped have a protective thin plastic film over the
Front Panel; this plastic film should be removed and discarded.
Trademark Information
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories, “Dolby” and the
double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
DVB and the DVB logo are registered trademarks of the DVB project.

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Table of Contents
Safety First............................................................................................................................................. 1
Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................... 3
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Package Contents......................................................................................................................... 4
Key Features................................................................................................................................. 5
Parts of the Uniden HD9000UPVR System...........................................................................................6
Front Panel ................................................................................................................................... 6
Rear Panel .................................................................................................................................... 7
Remote Control...................................................................................................................................... 8
System Installation............................................................................................................................... 10
Connecting To TV Monitor And Audio & Video Devices....................................................................... 10
Aspect Ratio Setting .............................................................................................................................11
Recommended Settings........................................................................................................................11
Switching on for the First Time ............................................................................................................ 12
Viewing Channels ................................................................................................................................ 13
The Information Plate (or I-Plate) ............................................................................................... 13
Freeview EPG: Electronic Programme Guide ..................................................................................... 15
Recording TV Programmes ................................................................................................................. 16
Format the USB Storage Drive ................................................................................................... 16
Scheduled Recording ................................................................................................................. 17
Approximate Recording Times ................................................................................................... 19
Playback Recorded TV Content .......................................................................................................... 20
Main Menu Map ................................................................................................................................... 24
Main Menu ........................................................................................................................................... 25
Channels..................................................................................................................................... 25
Settings ....................................................................................................................................... 27
Setup........................................................................................................................................... 30
System ........................................................................................................................................ 31
Trouble Shooting.................................................................................................................................. 38
Glossary............................................................................................................................................... 40
Product Specification: .......................................................................................................................... 42
One Year Limited Warranty.................................................................................................................. 43

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Introduction
The Uniden HD9000UPVR Set-Top-Box is an MPEG-4 compliant High Definition (HD) receiver,
capable of receiving and recording high definition and standard definition (SD) TV programmes
from free-to-air terrestrial broadcasts (DVB-T) in accordance with the FREEVIEW specification
phase two.
The user friendly On-Screen-Display (OSD) allows you to setup your receiver to enjoy both high
and standard definition channels with crystal clear picture and stereo sound quality.
Package Contents
Unpack the receiver and verify that all of the following items are included.
NOTE
zHD9000UPVR High Definition MPEG-4 Terrestrial Receiver
zRemote Control Unit (with 2x AAA batteries)
zOwner’s manual
zAC adapter
zComposite (RCA) Video/Audio Cable
If any items are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase immediately.

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Key Features
• USB Record/Playback*:
Record or playback your favourite programs from an external USB Storage Drive (not
included)
• On Screen Display (OSD):
Easy to use Menu system displays key information on screen
• Remote Control:
Fully functional Remote Control
• MHEG5 Electronic Programme Guide (EPG):
7 days of programme guide support.
• Record Scheduler:
Schedule up to 6 hours of recording
• Video and audio connection capabilities:
HDMI, Component Video, Composite Video and Audio S/PDIF (digital audio out)
connections
• Plug and Play setup
Plug in a USB flash drive to view your favourite jpeg (jpg) photos
• Simultaneous HD/SD output
Connect HDMI to an HDTV for HD and at the same time connect composite or component
to a standard TV for SD
• DVB Compliant:
Decodes MPEG-2 and MPEG-4/AVC formats
• Multiple Video Format Modes:
HD - 1080i/720p, SD - 576p/576i
• Multiple Aspect Ratio Modes:
16:9, 4:3 Letter Box and 4:3 Centre Cut
Includes Active Format Descriptor (AFD) modes;
AFD 16:9 Wide, AFD 4:3 Letter Box and AFD 4:3 Centre Cut
• Channel Locked Function
Parental Rating with PIN code access
• USB 2.0 support for software upgrade

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Parts of the Uniden HD9000UPVR System
Front Panel
XPower button:
Toggles the HD9000UPVR between power-on (green LED) and standby (red LED) modes.
YChannel button:
Switch to the next channel.
ZChannel button:
Switch to the previous channel.
[
USB Port:
For connection of a USB Storage Drive (USB Flash Drive, USB single SD card reader or
USB Hard Disk Drive).
NOTE
USB Storage Drive is not included.

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Rear Panel
XRF In/ RF Out:
RF Input for an external antenna/RF Out (loop through) for an external device.
YVideo Out: Composite Video (CVBS):
For Standard Definition Televisions - Connect the Composite Video cable to the yellow
coloured video jack, or if available connect the Component Video cable to the red, blue
and green coloured video jacks.
ZAudio Out: L/R:
One pair is provided for use with the Composite Video outputs.
[HDMI:
For connection to an HDTV which has HDMI input for optimum viewing capability. HDMI
output supports 1080i, 720p, 576p and 576i video formats and supports Dolby down-mix 2
channel audio.
\S/PDIF Optical:
For connection to an amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital decoder.
]ENET:
For connection to Internet of Interaction channel “Catch up TV” service.
^Power Supply:
Power Adapter DC5V 3A input (100~240 VAC, 50~60 Hz).

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Remote Control
The remote control provides easy access to all of the receiver’s functions, including selecting
channels and using the menus. It uses infrared signals, and must be operated within seven
meters from the receiver.
When using the remote control, make sure there is a direct line of sight to the receiver.
NOTE
The batteries for the remote control are packaged separately; please install these batteries in the
remote control before using the receiver. Note the “+” and “-“ signs on the batteries to ensure that
the batteries are inserted with the correct polarity into the remote control. To avoid damage to the
remote control, discard any depleted or old batteries.
Although the receiver can be operated from the buttons on the front panel, many of the
receiver’s functions can only be accessed using the remote control.

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The buttons on the remote control have the following functions:
1. MUTE: Disable and enable MUTE on the
current programme.
2. Numeric: For entering channel number or PIN
code.
3. INFO: Open I-PLATE/Now/Next Information
4. RETURN: Back to previous page in OSD.
5. Directional buttons: Move the cursor or field
in the  direction.
6. ENTER: Selects the highlighted item.
7. V.FORMAT: Switch Video Format between
PAL / 576P / 720P / 1080i .
8. MENU: Open MAIN MENU window.
9. EPG: Display the EPG (Electronic Programme
Guide).
10. AUDIO: Switch between different languages or
audio types if available (MPEG / AC3).
11. TTX: Switch Teletext OFF/ON.
12. FILE: Open File menu window to review on the
USB storage drive.
13. PICTURE: Adjust picture setup (brightness,
contrast, saturation, hue, sharpness and Digital
Noise Reduction).
14. STANDBY: Switch the set top box OFF/ON.
15. CH: Channel controls; previous and next.
16. VOL: Audio volume; increase or decrease.
17. RECALL: Toggle between current and previous
channels.
18. FAV: Open Favorite Channel List window.
19. A. RATIO: Switch Aspect Ratio between 16:9 /
AFD 16:9 Wide / 4:3 Letter Box / 4:3 Centre
Cut/ AFD 4:3 Letter Box and AFD 4:3 Centre
Cut.
20. EXIT: To exit display mode (and watch TV).
21. SUBT: For DVB subtitle if available.
22. Colour buttons: Perform various functions
which are shown in the menu.
23. TEXT: Enable MHEG5 function (Optional)
24. TV/RADIO: Change between TV and radio
channels.
25. REC: Start programme recording function.
26. PAUSE: Pause the video in playback mode.
27. PLAY/STOP: Play or Stop the video in
playback mode. Stop programme recording.
28. RWD/FWD: Execute Rewind and Forward in
playback mode.

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System Installation
Connecting To TV Monitor And Audio & Video Devices

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Aspect Ratio Setting
Digital TV broadcasts carry a mixture of widescreen (16:9) and standard (4:3) format
programmes.
Under new guidelines; all new TV sets will have an ex-factory default setting which makes the set
follow the broadcaster’s transmitted picture format codes. The Active Format Descriptor (AFD)
code will allow some view preferences to operate automatically, but only those which the
broadcaster has catered for in making the programme. For example, it will allow a viewer to fill
the screen of a 4:3 TV set with the centre portion of a widescreen picture, but only for programmes
'shot and protected' to allow for this, so that cutting off the edges won't lose important action in the
scene.
Recommended Settings
The HD9000UPVR offers the following options through the A.Ratio (aspect ratio) button on the
remote control:
4:3 Letter Box
4:3 Centre Cut
16:9 Wide (factory default)
Full screen
AFD 4:3 Letter Box
AFD 4:3 Centre Cut
AFD 16:9 Wide
The view option AFD 4:3 Letter Box is interpreted as a best compromise for the various formats.
Recognising that viewers may not always be satisfied with the broadcaster's recommended
display format or choice of formats, TV sets may also have a 'viewer preference' setting, in which
the viewer's wishes override that of the broadcaster, the viewer will have to select these other
modes deliberately.

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Switching on for the First Time
Your HD9000UPVR needs to be tuned to channels in your region. When it is connected and
switched on for the first time the HD9000UPVR will start in Quick Scan mode.
1. Turn on your TV set.
2. Turn on the HD9000UPVR by pressing the power key on the front panel or pressing
STANDBY on the remote control. The green ON LED will light up.
3. The “Quick Scan” menu will appear. Use the directional keys , ,  and  on the
remote control to highlight your region and then press ENTER to automatically scan and
place into memory all services transmitted in your region.
4. When the receiver states “Scan Complete” press EXIT.
5. Digital television programmes are then received.
NOTE
If Quick Scan does not automatically appear, press MENU then use directional keys
, ,  and  to navigate to "Setup" and highlight "Quick Scan" and press
ENTER. Then follow from step 3 above.

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Viewing Channels
Use the Channel keys or enter the channel number on the remote control to change channels.
The Information Plate (or I-Plate)
The I-Plate appears at the bottom of the screen whenever a channel is changed or when called up
by pressing INFO. The I-Plate displays information about the channel and the current TV
programme. Press  to view the next programme’s information (Next) and then press  to go
back to the current programme’s information (Now). Press  to navigate across all channels,
and view their respective information; press ENTER to watch the selected channel. If available,
press the corresponding colour key to activate an option shown at the bottom of the I-Plate.
Example I-Plate
xThe I-Plate automatically displays for a short period whenever a channel is changed.
xYou can also press INFO to display the I-Plate.
xIf the selected channel supports special features such as Teletext (TTX), Parental Rating, High
Definition (HD) or Closed Captions (CC), then this information will be displayed in the I-Plate.
xPress EPG while the I-Plate is displaying to call up a synopsis on the programme content.
I-Plate
• Date
• Current Time
• Parental rating, HD, CC if available
•TV Programme name
•Programme time
• Logical Channel Number (LCN)
• TV Channel name

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Viewing Teletext Subtitles
Some channels carry Teletext (TTX) and with it some programmes may have Teletext subtitles.
xPress TTX and enter 801 to view the Teletext subtitles page.
xTo adjust the Teletext subtitles background colour, press TTX. Press TTX again to clear the
Teletext screen.
Selecting Subtitle Tracks
Some programmes are broadcast with subtitle tracks in one or more languages.
xPress SUBT, the subtitle menu will display on your screen. Once you select a subtitle track,
the subtitle will be displayed.

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Freeview EPG: Electronic Programme Guide
This HD9000UPVR comes with a 7-day Freeview Electronic Programme Guide (EPG).
Never miss your favourite TV programmes; simply select upcoming TV programmes and press
Green to active Reminder feature of your preferable TV programmes. When the time is near the
receiver will switch to the reminder channel.
You can navigate (, ,  and ) to programme times throughout the EPG.
zRed Key: Record.
zGreen Key: Reminder.
zYellow Key: Back 24 hours.
zBlue Key: Forward 24 hours.
Press INFO to view the selected programme’s synopsis.

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Recording TV Programmes
The HD9000UPVR can record television programmes onto a USB mass storage drive.
NOTE
Format the USB Storage Drive
Press MENU then select “Format USB Storage Drive” from the “Channels” menu.
Enter the PIN code. The default PIN Code of the receiver is 0000.
NOTE
The storage drive must be formatted before it can be used to store recorded
content. For this reason Uniden recommends using a dedicated USB mass storage
drive for recording and playback of TV programmes.
For long recording times we recommend using a USB hard drive instead of a USB
flash drive.
Caution:
x
A
ll the files saved in your USB Storage Drive will be erased when you do
formatting.
xDo not disconnect the USB Storage Drive while formatting. It may cause
damage to your USB Storage Drive.

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Scheduled Recording
You can record in two ways;
• Booking preference programme from MHEG5 I-Plate
• Booking preference programme from MHEG5 EPG
Scheduled Recording allows you to book preference programmes in advance.
To access the Record Schedule Menu press MENU then select “Record Schedule” from the
“Channels” menu.

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The Record Schedule Menu
The Recording Schedule Menu tables the schedule of recording for your favourite TV
programmes.
Starting (Scheduled) Recording
When the scheduled record time comes “Start Recording” displays and recording starts.