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Topfield TF 5050 CI User Manual

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Digital Satellite Receiver
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  • Page 1: User Guide

    TOPFIELD TF 5050 CI User Guide Digital Satellite Receiver Common Interface...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents iii Contents 1 Introduction Features ....... Controlling the digital receiver .
  • Page 4 iv Contents 3 Preference Settings Language settings ......14 Video and audio settings ..... . 15 3.2.1 Television standard .
  • Page 5 Contents v 5.2.6 Viewing teletext ..... . 37 Viewing electronic programme guide ....37 Watching multifeed programme .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction The TF 5050 CI digital receiver is fully compliant with the in- ternational Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) standard, and can receive digital broadcasts. For its operation you need an antenna, which must be installed appropriately. NOTE In general we equate a channel with a frequency. Unlike ana- logue broadcasts, however, digital broadcasts are not all as- signed to their own frequencies;...

  • Page 8: Controlling The Digital Receiver

    2 Introduction • Can store up to 5000 television and radio services. • You can edit the services list. • You can create favourite lists of your favourite services. • You can view information about the current television or radio programme. •...

  • Page 9: The Front Panel

    1.2 Controlling the digital receiver 3 1.2.1 The front panel The front panel of the digital receiver has buttons to control the digital receiver, and specific lamps and a display to indicate its status. The following indicates what they mean. CHANNEL STANDBY button switches the digital receiver between standby mode and operation mode.

  • Page 10: The Remote Control

    4 Introduction 1.2.2 The remote control button switches the digital re- ceiver between standby mode and operation mode. mutes the sound. Press again to switch it back on. Numeric buttons are used to enter a service number for service change or to specify values for menu options.
  • Page 11 1.2 Controlling the digital receiver 5 displays the services list. See § 5.2.1 for more details. It is also used to select a menu item. switches between television services and radio services. displays the satellite list. buttons decrease or increase the volume. They are also used to change values for menu options.

  • Page 12: What Is Common Interface

    6 Introduction 1.3 What is common interface? Some broadcasts are scrambled so that only paid subscribers can enjoy them. Scrambled services can only be viewed with a Conditional Access Module (CAM) and a subscription card belong- ing with the scrambling system. Common Interface (CI) is the slot on a digitial receiver into which a conditional access module may be insterted.

  • Page 13: Setup

    Chapter 2 Setup 2.1 Unpacking Before going any further, check that you have received the following items with your digital receiver. • Remote control unit • Two batteries for the remote control (AAA 1.5 V) • User manual NOTE Accessories may vary according to your local area. 2.2 Safety precautions Please read carefully the following safety precautions.
  • Page 14 8 Setup • The wall outlet should be near the equipment. Do not run an extension lead to the unit. • Do not expose the digital receiver to any moisture. The digital receiver is designed for use indoors only. Use dry cloth when cleaning the digital receiver.

  • Page 15: Rear Panel Connections

    2.3 Rear panel connections 9 2.3 Rear panel connections The TF 5050 CI has some connections on the back panel. LNB IN R - AUDIO - L LNB OUT VIDEO RS-232 Check what connections your television set has in comparison with the digital receiver.

  • Page 16: Connecting Up Your Digital Receiver

    10 Setup Table 2.3: Connectors specifications VIDEO Composite video (CVBS) output AUDIO Left & right audio output CVBS/RGB/YUV video output Left & right audio output CVBS video output Left & right audio output CVBS video input for bypass Left & right audio input for bypass RS-232 115.2 kbps at maximum 2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver...
  • Page 17 2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver 11 then use the next connector in the following order for better picture quality. 1. SCART connector (TV) 2. Composite connector (VIDEO) You should configure audio and video settings after connecting up the digital receiver. See § for detailed description.

  • Page 18: Connecting To Your Video Cassette Recorder

    12 Setup To connect the audio connectors You will need to obtain an audio cable (RCA cable) to connect the audio connectors. Plug one end of the cable into the AUDIO L (white) and AUDIO R (red) sockets on the digital re- ceiver, and the other end into the matching sockets on your television or audio system.

  • Page 19: Powering On And Checking Picture

    2.5 Switching on for the first time 13 used batteries. The manufacturer accepts no liability for the damage resulting from leaking batteries. NOTE Batteries, including those which contain no heavy metals, may not be disposed of with household waste. Please dispose of used batteries in an environmentally sound manner.

  • Page 20: Preference Settings

    14 Preference Settings Chapter 3 Preference Settings 3.1 Language settings You can select the language in which the menu would be dis- played. In addition to that, you can select which language of au- dio track and of subtitle track should be output.

  • Page 21: Video And Audio Settings

    3.2 Video and audio settings 15 Subtitle language Set the Subtitle Language option to your desired language. When you watch a programme, the subtitle track of the selected language will be displayed if available. Apart from this setting, you can select a subtitle track with the button.

  • Page 22: Colour Model

    16 Preference Settings If you have a PAL television, you have to set the TV Type option to PAL. In that case, if you switch to a service of the NTSC standard, the digital receiver will presents the pictures converting into the PAL standard. However, it is inevitable to lose a little picture quality.

  • Page 23: Television Aspect Ratio

    3.2 Video and audio settings 17 playback. But if the option is set to External A/V, the digital receiver will not pass the video automatically. To pass it, you have to press the button. 3.2.4 Television aspect ratio If you have a wide-screen television, set the TV Aspect Ratio option to 16:9.

  • Page 24: Local Time Setting

    18 Preference Settings 3.3 Local time setting You should set your local time for timer events. If you do not set the local time right, the programme time table provided by the programme guide may be distrustful. For the programme guide, refer to §...
  • Page 25 3.4 Parental control 19 Table 3.1: Time offset table Time offset City 12:00 Eniwetok, Kwajalein 11:00 Midway Island, Samoa 10:00 Hawaii 09:00 Alaska 08:00 Pacific Time US, Canada 07:00 Mountain Time US, Canada 06:00 Central Time US, Canada, Mexico City 05:00 Eastern Time US, Canada, Bogota, Lima 04:00...
  • Page 26 20 Preference Settings Select the System Setting Parental Control menu. should see a screen like the left figure, and you will be asked your Personal Identifica- tion Number (PIN). The number is initially set to ‘0000’. If you wish to block 15 or above rated programmes, set the Censorship option to 15 (age).

  • Page 27: Adjusting The On-Screen Display

    3.5 Adjusting the on-screen display 21 3.5 Adjusting the on-screen display You can adjust the transparency level of the on-screen display. Select the System Setting menu and set the OSD Transparency option as you desire. Its available range is from 0 to 50 percent. You can adjust the display time of the information box.

  • Page 28: Service Search

    22 Service Search Chapter 4 Service Search After connecting up the digital receiver, you will need to per- form a service search. 4.1 Searching broadcasting services This digital receiver can be operated with both fixed antenna and motorized antenna. You have to configure antenna settings according to your antenna system in the following order: 1.
  • Page 29 4.1 Searching broadcasting services 23 The other is K band which ranges approximately from 12 to 18 GHz. The LNB (Low Noise Block converter) is used to take a wide band of relatively high frequencies, amplify and convert them to similar signals that is carried at a much lower frequency, which is called Intermediate Frequency (IF).
  • Page 30 24 Service Search ever, if you have selected the Other entry at the Satellite Name option to specify a satellite that is not in the satellite list, you might have to fill in the correct LNB frequency. The absolute difference between a broadcasting frequency and its LNB fre- quency must be within 950 to 2150 MHz.

  • Page 31: Configuring Diseqc 1.2 Settings

    4.1 Searching broadcasting services 25 4.1.2 Configuring DiSEqC 1.2 settings Your motorized antenna will turn toward your desired satellites horizontally by DiSEqC 1.2. When you switch to an service, if the service is provided by a satellite other than current one, it will take longer time than usual because the antenna has to turn to its position.

  • Page 32: Configuring Usals Settings

    26 Service Search you had better check the receiving quality of every trans- ponder and choose the best one at the Transponder (or Frequency) option. It will be helpful to your fine tuning. 5. Finally set the Motor Control option to Store to save the tuned position when the receiving quality is best.

  • Page 33: Searching Services

    4.1 Searching broadcasting services 27 2. Enter your location to the My Longitude option and the My Latitude option with the and numeric buttons. 3. Enter the position of your selected satellite to the Satellite Angle option if it is not correct. 4.
  • Page 34 28 Service Search • Searching every service of a SMATV (Satellite Master Antenna Television) system. Searching every service of a satellite To search every service of a satellite, perform the following steps: 1. Choose your desired satellite at the Satellite Name op- tion.
  • Page 35 4.1 Searching broadcasting services 29 NOTE You may get transponder information from a satellite magazine or website such as Searching one service of a transponder To search one service of a transponder, perform the following steps: 1. Choose your desired satellite at the Satellite Name op- tion.

  • Page 36: Editing The Transponder List

    30 Service Search 5. Set the Polarization option to the polarization of your desired transponder. You can search pay services as well as free services as follows: • To search only free services, set the FTA/Scrambled option to FTA only. •...

  • Page 37: Resetting To Factory Settings

    4.3 Resetting to factory settings 31 Then the on-screen keyboard appears. Change the name as you desire and save it. To delete a satellite entry, select your desired entry at the Satel- lite Name option and select the Delete Satellite option; then you get asked for confirmation.
  • Page 38 32 Service Search • Services list • Favourite list • Preference settings Also you can restore them at any time. To store your data, select the Installation System Recovery menu and select the Store option; then you get asked for the presonal identification number.

  • Page 39: Daily Usage

    Chapter 5 Daily Usage 5.1 Volume control Use the buttons to alter the volume to a comfortable level. You may need to adjust the volume on your television set too. To temporarily switch off the sound, press the button. Press it again to restore the sound to previous level. 5.2 Watching television To change services, press the button.
  • Page 40 34 Daily Usage On the services list, you can see the service information: • Service number and name • Transmitting satellite • Transponder information A dollar sign ($) may be marked on some entries, indicating pay service. To watch pay services, you need the subscription card.

  • Page 41: The Favourite Services List

    5.2 Watching television 35 5.2.2 The favourite services list You can select a service to watch on a favourite list as well as on the services list. To display the favourite lists, press the button. should see a screen like the left figure.

  • Page 42: Viewing Programme Information

    36 Daily Usage delete a group or a service, press the button; then you get asked for confirmation. If you select Yes, it will be deleted. 5.2.3 Viewing programme information Pressing the button displays the information box, on which you can see all of the following: •...

  • Page 43: Selecting Audio Tracks

    5.3 Viewing electronic programme guide 37 5.2.4 Selecting audio tracks Some programmes are provided with audio tacks in one or more languages. Pressing the button displays available au- dio tracks. Once you select an audio track, it will be sounded. In addition, you can enjoy audio tracks in four sound modes: Stereo, Mono, Left or Right.
  • Page 44 38 Daily Usage Pressing the button dis- plays the electronic programme guide, on which you can see the following: • Scheduled programmes • programme summary • Broadcasting date • Broadcasting time To see detailed information of a desired programme, put the highlight bar on your choice with the button and press button.

  • Page 45: Watching Multifeed Programme

    5.4 Watching multifeed programme 39 5.4 Watching multifeed programme Some broadcasts such as sports channels can provide a variety of perspectives on a programme at a same time. We call it a multifeed programme. You can select and watch a perspective you prefer.
  • Page 46 40 Daily Usage 2. Set the Satellite option to the satellite which transmits the service you want. Pressing the button on this option displays a satellite list, from which you can select your desired satellite. 3. Set the Service option to the service which provides the programme you want.

  • Page 47: Listing Services

    Chapter 6 Listing Services 6.1 Editing the services list You would have got the services list after service search. You can rename, move, lock or delete service entries on the services list. Select the Organizing Services menu. You should see a screen like the left figure.
  • Page 48 42 Listing Services To edit the radio services list, press the button; then radio service entries will be listed on the right column. To switch back to the television services list, press it again. To change the name of a service, select the Rename and select a desired service;...

  • Page 49: Editing The Favourite List

    6.2 Editing the favourite list 43 Sort Fav–NoFav from favourite services to unfavourite ser- vices. Sort Sat Name by satellite 6.2 Editing the favourite list You can make your own favourite services list. In fact, you can define multiple favourite services lists, each being a ‘group’ of chosen services.
  • Page 50 44 Listing Services You can add a favourite service to a group by taking the follow- ing steps: 1. Put the highlight bar on a desired group entry in the group list and press the button to select it. The high- light bar then moves to the services list.

  • Page 51: How To Use On-Screen Keyboard

    6.3 How to use on-screen keyboard 45 6.3 How to use on-screen keyboard You can move the highlight key horizontally with the buttons and vertically with buttons. Pressing the button on a key enters its letter in the input line. To type a space, select the Space key.
  • Page 52 46 Listing Services 1. Plug one end of a RS-232 cable (9 pin D- sub cable) into the RS-232 port on the dig- ital receiver, and the other end into the matching port on the other digital receiver. 2. Turn on the source digital receiver. 3.

  • Page 53: Firmware Update

    Chapter 7 Firmware Update The digital receiver has a stable and convenient firmware to use. However, a new firmware may be released to improve the digital receiver. You can get the latest firmware and an update utility which runs on most versions of Windows from the Topfield website, 7.1 Checking the firmware information You have to check the firmware...
  • Page 54 48 Firmware Update NOTE You can only update with firmwares of which system identifi- cation is identical to that of yours. Otherwise you will fail in firmware update.

  • Page 55: From Your Computer Via Rs-232 Port

    7.2 From your computer via RS-232 port 49 7.2 From your computer via RS-232 port It is possible to transfer a new firmware to the digital receiver from your computer by connecting them with a RS-232 cable. You need TFD-Down, a firmware transfer utility for this, which is available from the website, To update the firmware with this method, perform the follow- ing steps:...

  • Page 56: From Another Digital Receiver Via Rs-232 Port

    50 Firmware Update 7.3 From another digital receiver via RS-232 port It is possible to transfer the firmware from the digital receiver to another same digital receiver by connecting them with a RS- 232 cable. To update the firmware with this method, perform the following steps: 1.

  • Page 57: Index

    Index 16:9, DiSEqC, 16:9 Display Format, DiSEqC 1.0, 22 kHz, DiSEqC 1.1, 4:3, DiSEqC Command Mode, download, A/V Output Setting, Duration, Access Control, DVB, Add new TP, Add Satellite, Electronic Programme Guide, Advanced, Every Day, AUDIO L, Every Weekday, AUDIO L/R, Every Weekend, Audio Language, AUDIO R,...
  • Page 58 52 INDEX Letter Box, radio services list, LNB, Recover, LNB Frequency, 23, Rename, LNB IN, RS-232, LNB IN, RS-232, 46, 49, LNB OUT, LNB OUT, SAT Name Edit, LNB Power, SAT/TP Edit, LNB Setting, Satellite, Local Time, Satellite Angle, Lock, satellite list, 23, Satellite Name, 23–26, 28–31...
  • Page 59 Total block, Transfer Data to Other IRD, Transfer Firmware to Other IRD, Transponder, 26, transponder, TV, 11, TV Aspect Ratio, TV Type, Type, USALS, USALS Setting, User, VCR, VCR, VCR Scart Type, VIDEO, VIDEO, Video Output, Wakeup Time, Weekly, wide-screen television,...
  • Page 62 Correct disposal of this product This marking shown on the product or its literature indicates that it should not be disposed with other household wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.

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