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Instruction Manual
Welcome to your new freesat+
500GB satellite recorder.
How to set up and use your
SHDFSAT12
For help with set-up or for more information about
freesat please visit www.freesat.co.uk or call 0845 313 0051.
For specific queries about this box and handy hints and tips
please visit www.knowhow.com/knowledgebank
or call 0844 5611234.
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- Page 1 Welcome to your new freesat+ 500GB satellite recorder. How to set up and use your SHDFSAT12 For help with set-up or for more information about freesat please visit www.freesat.co.uk or call 0845 313 0051. For specific queries about this box and handy hints and tips please visit www.knowhow.com/knowledgebank...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Warnings ..............2 The Browsing Bar ............17 Live Pause Length ..............27 Skip Forwards Time ..............27 Unpacking .................3 Subtitles, Audio Description, Pausing Live TV .....18 Skip Backwards Time ............... 28 Turning Subtitles On and Off ..........18 Product Overview .............4 Auto Disk Management............ -
Page 3: Safety Warnings
Safety Warnings Safety Read all the instructions carefully before using the unit and CAUTION keep them for future reference. • Always disconnect the unit from the mains supply before RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Retain the manual. If you pass the unit onto a third party make connecting/disconnecting other devices or moving the unit. -
Page 4: Unpacking
TUNER 1 (LNB IN) and TUNER 2 sockets. For this your Satellite Dish must be fitted with a Low Noise Block (LNB) that has at least two outputs. Please check with your installer if you are not certain about this. How to set up and use your SHDFSAT12 For help with set-up or for more information about freesat please visit www.freesat.co.uk or call 0845 313 0051. -
Page 5: Product Overview
Product Overview Power Indicator • Lights up green when the unit is on. • Lights up red when the unit is in Standby mode. Front View Recording Indicator Indicates when live TV is recording. LED Display Displays the current channel number. Button Switches the unit on and off. -
Page 6: Remote Control
Remote Control HOME Button 14. MENU Button Exits all menus and returns to live TV. Displays the main menu. STANDBY Button 15. BACK Button Switches the unit on and off. Returns to the previous menu. 0-9 Number Button 16. VOL+ / VOL– Button Directly select channels, enter numeric values in Adjusts the volume up and down. -
Page 7: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control
Remote Control Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Handling the Batteries • Improper or incorrect use of batteries may cause corrosion or battery leakage, which could cause fire, personal injury or damage property. • Only use the battery type indicated in this manual. 1. -
Page 8: Connecting The Receiver To A Satellite Dish
Connecting the Receiver to a Satellite Dish Satellite Dish Installation To receive freesat, you must connect your unit to an appropriate satellite dish. 20° - 30° For safety reasons and to provide reliable reception, we strongly recommend that you have your dish installed by a professional. You may be able to use a satellite dish already installed at your home. -
Page 9: System And Mains Connections
System and Mains Connections Ensure your TV is switched off at the mains supply. 1. Connect the HDMI cable supplied to the HDMI socket at the back of the unit and an HDMI socket on your TV. There may be more than one HDMI socket on your TV. If you are not sure which one to use, check the TV’s instruction manual. -
Page 10: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Plug In and Switch On 1. Switch your TV on and select the HDMI or SCART input. 2. Switch the power on at the mains. The green power indicator and the LED display on the unit will illuminate. The first freesat installation screen will show on the television screen after a few seconds. -
Page 11: First Time Installation
First Time Installation 1. On the first installation the freesat installation screen will First Time Installation be displayed. Step 1 of 6 Step 2 of 6 Step 3 of 6 Step 4 of 6 Step 5 of 6 Step 6 of 6 The signal check bar shows the strength and quality of the freesat signal received from your satellite dish. - Page 12 First Time Installation 4. The unit will take a couple of minutes to find and store the available First Time Installation freesat channels. The number of freesat TV and radio channels found is Step 2 of 6 Step 3 of 6 Step 4 of 6 Step 5 of 6 Step 6 of 6...
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Page 13: Using The Programme Guide
Using the Programme Guide The unit programme guide displays details of all programmes showing on freesat channels for the next week ahead. To access the guide, press the GUIDE button on the remote control. Choose the section of the guide you want to look at – either all channels or a specific channel genre –... -
Page 14: Choosing A Channel
Using the Programme Guide Choosing a Channel Programme Guide Fri 1 May 7:48pm As you move the highlight bar through the schedule, the programme Entertainment News and Sport Movies Lifestyle Music All Channels summary shown above the list changes to reflect the programme 8:00pm - 9:00pm The Restaurant Raymond Blanc adds to the pressure - he tells the couples to start a takeaway service so they can reach highlighted. -
Page 15: Recording Freesat Programmes
Recording Freesat Programmes Two programmes can be recorded at the same time. Programming a Recording 1. Open the Programme Guide. 2. Select a programme to be recorded. 3. Press the button on the unit or the REC button on the remote. When a recording has been set, the record icon is shown before the programme name. -
Page 16: Instant Recording
Recording Freesat Programmes Instant Recording To record the programme you are currently watching: 1. Press the button on the unit or the REC button on the remote control. The programme records to its end and then exits the recording. Stopping a Recording Library Fri 9 Sep 9:22pm 1. -
Page 17: Previewing A Recording
Recording Freesat Programmes Previewing a Recording 1. Access the Library. 2. Select the recording by pressing the buttons. 3. Press the YELLOW button to start the preview. Library Fri 9 Sep 9:22pm Protecting a Recording 09/09/2011 BBC One HD 8:00pm - 9:00pm Gardeners’... -
Page 18: The Browsing Bar
The Browsing Bar • To display the Browsing Bar Press the info button at any time OR press BBC News 17:02 the OK button when you are watching TV The browsing bar appears briefly at the bottom of the screen with Now: 17:00 - 18:00 BBC News at Five O’Clock... -
Page 19: Subtitles, Audio Description, Pausing Live Tv
Subtitles, Audio Description, Pausing Live TV Many freesat programmes are broadcast with subtitles for people who are hearing impaired. Channels with subtitles available show in the information bar. Turning Subtitles on and off 1. Press the SUB button to select ‘subtitles on’ . 2. -
Page 20: The Channel List
The Channel List 1. Press the CH LIST button on the remote to display the Channel List. The Channel List displays the channels on the left-hand side of the screen, Channel List Weds 8 Oct 8:22pm in numerical order, and displays a preview window of the currently selected All Channels Favourite List Manual Channels... -
Page 21: Non-Freesat Channels
Non-Freesat Channels In addition to freesat channels, the unit can be used to watch other free Main Menu Fri 14 Oct 8:22pm channels, as long as they are broadcast from the same satellites as freesat. To view non-freesat channels this option must be enabled in the main Recordings menu. -
Page 22: Watching Non-Freesat Channels
Non-Freesat Channels Watching Non-freesat Channels Settings Weds 8 Oct 8:22pm Display & Audio Language Parental Freesat + Network Other 1. Enter the “Other” menu 2. Press the buttons to select Show Non-freesat Channels. Show Non Freesat Channels 3. Press the buttons to enable the option. -
Page 23: Setting Up Your Freesat+ Unit
Setting Up Your freesat+ unit Accessing the Main Menu Main Menu Fri 14 Oct 8:22pm 1. Press the MENU button to enter the Main Menu. buttons to select Settings in the section bar and then Recordings 2. Press the press the OK button to confirm. 3. -
Page 24: Screen Size
Setting Up Your freesat+ unit Screen Size Settings Weds 8 Oct 8:22pm Display & Audio Language Network 1. Access the Settings menu. HDMI Output 2. Press the buttons to select Display & Audio in the section bar and Digital Audio buttons to select Screen Size. -
Page 25: Audio Language
Setting Up Your freesat+ unit Audio Language Settings Weds 8 Oct 8:22pm Display & Audio Language Network 1. Access the Settings menu. buttons to select Language in the section bar and then 2. Press the Audio Language buttons to select Audio Language. press the Subtiltle Language Audio Description... -
Page 26: The Parental Menu
The Parental Menu The Parental menu is password protected. It allows you to set parental guidance levels and set system parameters with restricted access. Settings Weds 8 Oct 8:22pm Display & Audio Language Parental Network Accessing the Parental Menu WARNING Parental Settings PIN This menu is PIN protected. -
Page 27: Allowing Parental Settings Changes
The Parental Menu Allow Parental Settings Changes Settings Weds 8 Oct 8:22pm This menu allows you to choose whether you want to access parental Display & Audio Language Parental Network settings without always entering a PIN. To activate this however you have Guidance Allow First Time Installation first to enter a valid pin. -
Page 28: The Freesat+ Setting
The Freesat+ setting Entering the Freesat+ Menu Add to End of Recording 1. Press the MENU button to enter the Main Menu. Press the buttons This sets the amount of time that is added after the end of a recording. to select Settings in the section bar. -
Page 29: Skip Backwards Time
The Freesat+ Setting Show Available Space As Settings Weds 8 Oct 8:22pm This sets how you want remaining space to be shown in the menus. You Display & Audio Language Parental Freesat + Network Other can choose from the percentage of space, hours of standard definition, or hours of high definition available. -
Page 30: Network Settings
Network Settings Before proceeding, ensure that the unit is connected to your home network with a suitable ethernet connector. IP Address: This is the unique IP (Internet Protocol) address number of your freesat digital box. Each item on your network will have its own IP address. An example IP 1. -
Page 31: On Demand Tv
On Demand TV Setting Up for On Demand (Online) TV Follow the procedure on the previous page to set up and configure the unit’s network settings. Watching On Demand TV You can switch to online TV in various ways. A: Via the Genre Screen 1. -
Page 32: Other Settngs
Other Settings Power Save in Standby Mode 1. Enter the Settings menu. buttons to select Other in the section bar. Press OK. 2. Press the 1. Press the buttons to select Power Save in Standby Mode. buttons to select the enable or disable and then press 2. -
Page 33: System Information
Network 1. Press the MENU button to enter the Main Menu. Manufacturer Sandstrøm Postcode Goodmans CM1 1WZ 2. Press the buttons to select System Information in the SHDFSAT12 Region Model Number Anglia section bar. Tuners Hardware Version V1.1 Tuner 1... -
Page 34: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If a problem does occur, it may often be due to something very minor. The following table contains various tips. If you require additional assistance please call our UK Call Centre on 0844 561 1234. Our UK Customer Contact Centre is open Monday-Saturday 8am-8pm or Sunday 8am-6pm. -
Page 35: Specifications
Specifications Model SHDFSAT12 Standard DVB-S/S2 Input Frequency 950~2150MHz Input Connector F type, female 75 ohm Tuner 14.0V / 19.0V LNB Supply (maximum.350mA), short-circuit protected Digital Signal Input -20 to -65 dBm Level Resolution 576i / 576p / 720p / HDMI Output... - Page 36 All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and all rights are acknowledged. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners and all rights are acknowledged. DSG Retail Limited (Registered in England No. 504877) Maylands Avenue, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, HP2 7TG, UK IB-SHDFSAT12-130613V2 SHDFSAT12_IB_V2.indd 35 13/06/2013 12:20...