Zinwell ZAT-6000 User manual

Installation and Description Guide
Version 2.1.6
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October 2023, Version 2.1.6
NextGen TV Box Model: ASTC 3.0 ZAT-6000
NextGen TV Box
ZAT-6000

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Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

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Important Safety Instruction and Precaution _________________________________________3
Knowing Your NextGen TV Box _______________________________________________________4
Theory of Operation ______________________________________________________________4
Model Specification ______________________________________________________________4
Features __________________________________________________________________________5
Package Contents ________________________________________________________________5
Panel Specification _______________________________________________________________5
Finding Out the IR Remote Control ____________________________________________________6
Installing Your NextGen TV Box _______________________________________________________7
Installing Instruction in 3 Steps ___________________________________________________7
Setting up the Program System –First Time Installation _____________________________8
Wi-Fi ON: Connecting to Internet via Your Wi-Fi/AP Router ___________________________9
Wi-Fi OFF: Connecting to Internet via Ethernet Network _____________________________11
Wi-Fi OFF: Knowing Hot Spot Function ______________________________________________12
Sharing Internet Access to your PED (Personal Electronic Devices ______________12
Hot Spot Sharing –Password and Name Setting ________________________________12
Ensure Wi-Fi Mode is OFF before entering the Hot Spot Section _________________13
Function Overview ___________________________________________________________________14
Guide to the Setting System _____________________________________________________15
Other Functions _________________________________________________________________15
»Searching for the Available Channels (Auto Scan) __________________________15
»Searching for the Available Channels (Manual Scan) _______________________15
»Selecting Your Preferred Language for Audio _______________________________16
»Turning Off the Caption _____________________________________________________16
»Selecting the Parental Rating _______________________________________________16
»Time Settings_______________________________________________________________17
»Setting the Display Duration ________________________________________________17
»Changing the Administrator PIN ____________________________________________17
»Obtaining the Program Content Introduction________________________________18
APK Installation and Software Upgrading via USB Storage Device __________________19
Software Upgrading via OTA Service ________________________________________________21
Trouble Shooting ____________________________________________________________________23
Contacting Us _______________________________________________________________________24
Contents

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Important Safety Instruction and
Precaution
Read through all the instructions carefully before use.
Operate this product only in the manner described.
Only a Water-dampened soft-cloth is recommended to clean the surface of this
product.
Do not expose this product excess vibration.
Keep this product in well ventilated areas.
The following substance or condition will cause the damage to this product:
»any liquid such as water or moisture
»extreme heat, cold, humidity
»dusty or sandy environments
During lightning storms, disconnect this product from electrical mains and
antenna.
Only place this device on stable surfaces and ensure that any attached cables
are secure and will not cause the device to fall.
There are no user serviceable parts in this product.
Any un-authorized attempt to disassemble or repair this product will void
product warranty and may cause dangerous electric shock.
Retain the manuals for future reference.
ONLY remove any power or data cords by pulling them from the plug.
Using this product near other electronic devices may cause interference.
Images shown in this document are for references only and there may be
differences between images and actual products.
Do not mix old and new batteries in the IR remote control.

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Knowing Your NextGen TV Box
Model Specification
Theory of Operation
Coax Cable
HDMI
Antenna
Smart Phone /
handhelds
Tuner Input
ATSC1.0/3.0 Dual Mode Tuner
2
Tuner
Frequency Range
42MHz ~ 866MHz
Video/Audio
(optional)
4K UHD
Output
HDMI 2.1
Ethernet
10/100M
RJ
-45
Wi
-Fi
2.4/5Ghz 1T1R
802.11n/ac
DC Power Adaptor
DC Jack
12V / 1.5A
Peripheral
USB 3.0
USB Type A
LED Indicator
ON: Green, Standby: Red
Remote Control
IR
32 Keys
Dimension
211 x 80 x 36.2
(mm)
HDCP
HDCP 1.4, HDCP 2.2, HDCP 2.3

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Features
»Emergency alerting system
»ATSC 3.0 broadcast application compliant
»ATSC 3.0 / 1.0 receiving capability
»4k UHD Video
»Remote learning Application
Package Contents
Panel Specification
1. Antenna port is to connect the cable from your aerial
2. HDMI out port is to connect the cable from your display
3. LAN port is for Ethernet (RJ45) network or internet access
4. USB port is for peripherals such as thumb drive, storage devices and so on
5. DC IN is to connect the power adapter (12V/1.5A) to provide power to the
NextGen TV Box
NextGen TV Box X 1
1 2 3 4 5
items Q'ty
Power Adapter
1
Remote Control
1
Quick Start Guide
1

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Finding Out the IR Remote Control
IR Key Function
POWER
Power Key
AUDIO
Audio Track Key
CLOSE
Close Caption
CAPTION ALERT
Alert Key
E
-LEARNING
E
-Learning
1
Number keys 1
2
Number keys 2
3
Number keys 3
4
Number keys 4
5
Number keys 5
6
Number keys 6
7
Number keys 7
8
Number keys 8
9
Number keys 9
0
Number keys 0
Heart (Icon)
Favorite
EPG
EPG (Guide) Key
VOL+
Volume Up Key
VOL
-
Volume Down Key
CH+
Channel Up Key
CH
-
Channel Down Key
Setting
Setting Key
HOME
Home Key Volume
Mute
mute Menu Key
Menu
Up Key
Up (Icon) Down
Down Key
(Icon) OK
Select Key
Right (Icon)
Right Key
Left (Icon)
Left Key
BACK
Back Key
INFO
Info. Key

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Installing Instruction in 3 Steps
Before Reading the Instructions:
Refer to the page 5 Panel Specification for the location of each port or button
mentioned below
STEP 1.
STEP 2.
STEP 3.
STEP 4.
Connect your Coaxial Cable to the Antenna Port.
Insert your HDMI cable from HD TV into HDMI OUT Port.
Plug the power adaptor into DC IN Port while the other end into
power socket.
For watching encrypted programs, it is necessary to connect to internet
in First Time Installation. Connect the Ethernet Cable to your Internet
access points from the Router, or through Wi-Fi by using the remote
controller to connect.
Installing Your NextGne TV Box

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STEP 1.
Turn on the Power of NextGne TV
Box. Quick Setup page will be
shown as the image on the left side.
Press "OK"to confirm.
STEP 2.
Process of Channel Scanning will be
completed once the percentage bar
has reached 100%.
STEP 3.
"Service found"stands for available
TV channels during scanning.
STEP 4.
After completion of Channel
Scanning, the program will start
displaying. Refer to the image on
the right side.
Setting up the Program System –
First Time Installation

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STEP 1.
Turn on the Power of NextGen TV Box (IF
it’s the First Time Installation) ➞Press the
"SETTING" button (Android Setting Key) on
the remote controller (Refer to the Image
on the right side).
(IF Any) Ensure the Ethernet Cable is
DISCONNECTED to the NextGen TV Box.
Select "Network & Internet" ➞Press "OK"
on the remote control to confirm.
STEP 2.
Use Cursor Keys (▲▼◄ ►) on the remote
control to move to Wi-Fi ➞Press "OK"on
the remote control to ENABLE Wi-Fi.
A list of Available 2.4G Network will be
shown.
Use Cursor Keys (▲▼◄ ►) on the remote
control to move to your preferred Wi-Fi/AP
Router ➞Press "OK"to confirm. (Refer to
the image on the right side)
Wi-Fi ON: Connecting to Internet via
Your Wi-Fi/AP Router
Before Reading the Instructions:
The Wi-Fi and Ethernet functions CANNOT be executed at the same time. Ensure
the NextGen TV Box is NOT CONNECTED to any Ethernet Cable before ENABLING
Wi-Fi function in the NextGen TV Box.

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STEP 3.
(IF Any) Use Cursor Keys (▲▼◄ ►) on the remote control to enter the
"PASSWORD" of your Wi-Fi/AP router (RD2_Lyra_Voice_2.4G here is as an
example) -> Use Cursor Keys (▲▼◄ ►) on the remote control and move to Done
for confirmation (Refer to the image above)
STEP 4.
When the connection is successful, the
status "Connected" will appear. (Refer to the
image on the left side)

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STEP 1.
Press the "Setting" key on the remote control
➞Select "Network & Internet" ➞Press "OK"
on the remote control to confirm.
STEP 2.
Connect your Ethernet (RJ45) cable to the
LAN port on your NextGen TV Box ➞The
system will automatically update the network
connection status. Refer to the image on the
right side.
Wi-Fi OFF: Connecting to Internet via
Ethernet Network
Before Reading the Instructions:
The Wi-Fi and Ethernet functions CANNOT be executed at the same time.
Ensure the NextGen TV Box is NOT CONNECTED to any Wi-Fi before
connecting to the Ethernet Cable.
Refer to to the page 5 Panel Specification for the location of each port or
button mentioned below.

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Wi-Fi OFF: Knowing Hot Spot Function
Sharing Internet Access to your PED (Personal Electronic
Devices)
Hot Spot will ONLY be functioning when Network Access is connected via
Ethernet and Wi-Fi Mode is OFF
After connecting to Internet via Ethernet, your NextGen TV Box now is in AP
(Access Point) / Router Mode.
Enable Wi-Fi function of Your PED -> Search for Wi-Fi Network: ZINWELL_xxxx
(last 4 digits is the default serial numbers of your NextGen TV Box). Default
Password “12345678” (refer to Section 8.2 Hot Spot Sharing –Password and
Name Setting for more details) ➞Connect it for the Internet Access.
Hot Spot Sharing –Password and Name Setting
Before Reading the Instructions:
Hot Spot will ONLY be functioning when Network Access is connected via
Ethernet and Wi-Fi Mode is OFF.
Internet Connectivity
Internet Access via Ethernet
6000
NextGen TV Box
Internet Sharing is available to Your PED
Hot Spot in Network & Internet
Sharing Internet to Your PED
Nil Setting Action is required
*Connecting Your PED to the Internet Access from NextGen TV Box
Press the "SETTING" button on the remote
controller (Refer to the Image on the left
side).
Select "Network & Internet" ➞Press "OK"
on the remote control to confirm.

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Ensure Wi-Fi Mode is OFF before entering the Hot Spot Section.
Use Cursor Keys (▲▼◄ ►) on the remote
control to MOVE to HotSpot (Refer to the
picture on the Right side) ➞Press "OK" on
the remote control to confirm.
Default Hot Spot Name: AndroidAP_xxxx
Default Hot Spot Passwords: A set of
numeric combination. (Use Cursor Keys
(▲▼◄ ►) on the remote control to MOVE
to the HotSpot Password section for
viewing)
(In order to enhance the Security of your
Internet Access, it is recommendable to
SET- UP your own Password).
If you wish to change your Hotspot
Password, use Cursor Keys (▲▼◄ ►) on
the remote control to MOVE to HotSpot
password and enter your password).
If you wish to change your Hotspot Name,
use Cursor Keys (▲▼◄ ►) on the remote
control to MOVE to HotSpot Name and
enter your preferred name.

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Function Overview
Home
Setting
Guide
Scan Channels
Audio Language
Closed Caption
UI Settings
Auto Scan
Manual Scan
Electronic Program Guide
Parental Rating
Time Setting
Change PIN

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Guide to the Setting System
Press "MENU" (App Setting
Key) to enter the Setting
System. Refer to the image
on the left side.
Other Functions
Searching for the Available Channels (Auto Scan)
MENU (App Setting Key) ➞
Scan Channels ➞Mode:
Auto Scan ➞Press "Start" to
Scan.
MENU (App Setting Key) ➞
Scan Channels ➞Mode:
Manual Scan ➞Select
Channel Number ➞Press
"Start" to Scan.
Searching for the Available Channels (Manual Scan)

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MENU (App Setting Key) ➞
Audio Language ➞Select
your prefer language ➞
Press "BACK" to confirm.
MENU (App Setting Key) ➞
Closed Captions ➞
Press "OK"to confirm.
MENU (App Setting Key) ➞
Parental Rating (The Admin
PIN MUST be ENTERED
before entering the Parental
Rating screen (The default
password is: 0000) ➞Select
the Rating Restriction ➞
Press "BACK" to confirm.
Selecting Your Preferred Language for Audio
Turning Off the Caption
Selecting the Parental Rating

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MENU (App Setting Key) ➞
Time Setting ➞Select time
zone ➞Press "BACK" to
confirm.
MENU (App Setting Key) ➞
Closed Captions ➞Select
the display duration ➞Press
"OK"to confirm.
(Before entering the Change PIN
screen, the Admin PIN MUST be
ENTERED (the default password is:
0000)).
MENU (App Setting Key) ➞Change
PIN ➞Press "OK"and enter the
NEW Administrator PIN ➞Press "
OK"to confirm.
Time Settings
Setting the Display Duration
Changing the Administrator PIN

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Obtaining the Program Content Introduction
Press "Guide" on the remote control ➞Electronic Program Guide ➞Use Cursor
Keys (▲▼◄ ►) to select the different program blocks for getting the program
content introduction.

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APK Installation and Software
Upgrading via USB Storage Device
STEP 1.
Put the APK in an USB storage device.
Insert the USB storage device into the
USB port of the NextGen TV Box.
Press "SETTING" button on the remote
control ➞"Select Apps" ➞"Select See
All apps".
The following screen will appear ➞
Select "AppInstaller" to confirm.
STEP 2.
Use the remote control to select "Open" -
> Press OK to confirm.