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  • Page 1 User’s Guide Record without limitations or fees.
  • Page 2 This product, like almost any other high-tech product, is subject to bugs and hence Channel Master CANNOT AND DOES NOT GUARANTEE OR WARRANT THAT ALL FEATURES, SUCH AS PARENTAL CONTROLS, WILL WORK AS INTENDED UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use the apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatuses (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
  • Page 4 Warning and Attention Symbols You must be aware of safety when you install and use this system. This user’s guide includes various procedures. If you do some of these procedures carelessly, you could injure or kill yourself or damage equipment or property. Some other procedures require special attention. The Class II equipment symbol means that the equipment has additional insulation and does not need to be grounded.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents INTRODUCTION 21 :: Adjusting Languages and Important Safety Instructions Closed Captions Introduction 22 :: Using the Live Pause Feature 02 :: About Your New DVR+ Receiver 22 :: Using Internet Apps 03 :: What’s Included Menus & Options 04 :: Controls and Connectors 26 :: DVR+ Main Menu 06 :: Remote Control...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    :: Introduction What you’ll find in this chapter: • Information about your new DVR+ receiver • What’s included with your DVR+ • Controls and connectors • Remote control buttons Introduction ::...

  • Page 7: About Your New Dvr+ Receiver

    Using This Guide If you already have a This guide is intended to help you use your new Channel Master VUDU account, you can DVR+ receiver. It describes the controls and connections required sign in to it from your to set up your device and operate your device using the following DVR+.

  • Page 8: What's Included

    What’s Included Unpack the box and familiarize yourself with each item: • The DVR+ receiver • Read This First! stop sheet • Quick Start Guide • AC power supply • Remote control (two AAA batteries included) Quick Start Guide Record without limitations or fees. Stop Sheet Quick Start Guide Power Supply...

  • Page 9: Controls And Connectors

    Controls and Connectors Front Panel Controls The front panel of your DVR+ receiver has the following controls: IR Receiver Status LED Power Button Receives IR signals Red – Recording Turns power on/off; push and from the remote. Dim Red – Recording in Standby hold to reset.

  • Page 10: Rear Panel Connections

    (or a wireless connection using the optional Wi-Fi adapter) is required if you wish to access Internet-enabled services such as YouTube, Pandora, VUDU, and Channel Master TV. • USB 2.0 Ports – Connects the optional Wi-Fi adapter and/or external hard/flash drive for expanded DVR storage.

  • Page 11: Remote Control

    Remote Control OFF/ON Turns the DVR+, TV, or an audio device on or off SETUP INPUT Programs a TV or audio device Selects the TV input (see Programming Colored Buttons the Remote Control on page 10) Use varies depending on feature Zoom MENU Reformats the screen ratio...

  • Page 12: Getting Started

    :: Getting Started What you’ll find in this chapter: • Setting up your DVR+ receiver • Using the Setup Wizard • Programming the remote to control your TV • Controlling volume and the input for an audio device • Watching TV •...

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Dvr

    Setting Up Your DVR+ Connect the antenna to the DVR+ receiver. RF IN Connects the over-the-air antenna HDMI Output ® Connect the DVR+ receiver to your TV. Provides high-defi nition digital audio and video to the TV Note: Use only high-quality HDMI and USB cables from major...

  • Page 14: Using The Setup Wizard

    Using the Setup Wizard When you power on your DVR+ receiver for the fi rst time, it may take a minute for two for the unit to power up and display the Setup Wizard. The steps below will guide you through the steps to set up your receiver and scan for subscription-free over-the-air channels.

  • Page 15: Programming The Remote Control

    Programming the Remote Control The remote is capable of controlling basic functions of most TVs and audio devices (volume, mute, power, input). To program the remote control to operate your TV or audio device, you may use the Easy Scan or Code Entry methods described on the following pages. Note 1: The OFF/ON button is actually two controls: The left side is OFF and the right side is ON.
  • Page 16 Easy Scan Programming Method 2 If your brand of TV or audio device is not listed in the table on the previous page, follow this procedure to program your remote. You can program only one device at a time. Turn on your TV or audio device. Press and hold the SETUP button until the OFF/ON button SETUP fl ashes twice, then release the button.
  • Page 17 Code Entry Programming Method Follow this procedure to program the remote with a 5-digit code. Note: Where several codes are listed for a manufacturer, it may be necessary to repeat the sequence below with each code until the correct one is found. To control your TV, press the Red (TV) button.

  • Page 18: Using The Remote Control

    Using the Remote Control Controlling the Volume for an Audio Device Follow this procedure to program the Volume (+ and –) buttons on the remote to control your audio device’s volume instead of your TV’s volume. Note: Before following this procedure, you must first program your remote to control your audio device, as described on the previous pages in this section.
  • Page 19 Rewind a program/recording selected program or series Stop a program/recording Pause a program/recording Navigating the Program Guide Channel 199 Record selected programs or (Channel Master TV series Banner) Channel 400 Next page of channels Channel 600 Previous page of channels...

  • Page 20: Recording A Program

    Recording a Program • To record the program you’re watching live, press Record on the remote control. • To record a future program, press GUIDE on the remote to GUIDE display the program guide. Use the arrow buttons on the remote to select the desired program, then press Record.

  • Page 21: Playing A Recorded Program

    Playing a Recorded Program Using the remote control, press DVR. On the DVR Recordings screen, use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the program you want to record. Then SELECT press OK/SELECT. On the Recording Options pop-up, select one of the following options: SELECT •...
  • Page 22 Locking a Recording Using the remote control, press DVR. On the DVR Recordings screen, use the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight the program that you want to lock. SELECT Then press OK/SELECT. On the Recording Options pop-up, select Options. On the Recorded Program Options screen, select Lock, press the right arrow on the remote, and select the Lock option to lock the recording.

  • Page 23: Using Your Dvr

    :: Using Your DVR+ What you’ll find in this chapter: • Changing channels • Controlling the volume of your TV • Controlling digital audio • Getting program information • Adjusting languages and closed captions • Using the live pause feature •...

  • Page 24: Changing Channels

    Using the DVR+ Receiver Changing Channels If channels are missing: When viewing live TV, you can change channels on your DVR+ in If there are subscription- the following ways: free over-the-air (OTA) • Press CH+ or CH– on the remote control. channels in your local area that you do not see listed •...

  • Page 25: Getting Program Information

    Setting Your Digital Audio Options Many programs and events, especially those broadcast in high-definition video, also feature multiple audio channels to enhance the enjoyment in your home theater. The following options on your DVR+ receiver can be used with other compatible equipment: •...

  • Page 26: Using The Live Pause Feature

    Using Internet Apps For your convenience, the Internet-enabled YouTube, Pandora, Sling TV, Channel Master TV, and VUDU apps are integrated into the program guide of your DVR+. By accessing the channel-200 range from your guide, the information banner, or other screens, you exit from any over-the-air TV broadcast and enter online app for one of these services.
  • Page 27 Highlight ACTIVATE Follow the on-screen process. and press instructions to activate your OK/SELECT. Channel Master TV account. Launching Channel Master TV Press APPS Highlight Channel on the remote. Master TV and press OK/SELECT to begin Highlight ACTIVATE Follow the on-screen the activation process.

  • Page 28: Menus & Options

    :: Menus & Options What you’ll find in this chapter: • DVR+ main menu • GUIDE • DVR • SETTINGS • SEARCH • Hiding an unwanted channel • Setting up network connectivity • Updating your DVR+ software Menus and Options ::...

  • Page 29: Dvr+ Main Menu

    DVR+ Main Menu You can access the main menu of your DVR+ by pressing MENU Menu Navigation on the remote control. The main menu displays vertically along the You can easily navigate left side of your TV screen. the menu screens on the DVR+ using the arrow buttons toward the top of the remote control:...

  • Page 30: Guide

    GUIDE Selecting GUIDE from the main menu or pressing the button on the remote control displays GUIDE the program guide of the DVR+. From the guide, you can: • Change channels to watch (or watch and record) a program on now. •...

  • Page 31: Settings

    SETTINGS Selecting SETTINGS from the main menu displays the SETTINGS menu, which contains the following sub-menus and screens: • Languages – Change the default language for the display of menus, the language of the primary audio (can also be changed using the AUDIO button on the remote control), as well as enabling/ disabling closed captioning and setting a variety of other options related to displaying on-screen...
  • Page 32 • Network Setup – View or change the status and information about Internet connectivity, including setup of the optional Wi-Fi adapter (see page 30). • Power Options – Change the Inactivity Standby setting from the default of 4 hours to either 5 or 6 hours (the Off setting is not recommended).

  • Page 33: Search

    SEARCH The search function of your DVR+ allows you to enter one or more keywords associated with programs or events that you’d like to find in the program guide. After selecting SEARCH from the DVR+ main menu, use the navigation buttons on your remote to highlight and select characters— including letters and numbers—that spell out the keywords you want to find.

  • Page 34: Updating Your Dvr+ Software

    If you have a wireless connection type, select Wirelsss Setup to view or edit your wireless setup. (If Wired is selected as the connection type, the Wireless Setup item is unavailable.) To change wireless connection settings, select Network Setup and scan for available wireless networks (if your network’s SSID/name is publicly broadcast), or choose Manual (if your network SSID/name is not publicly broadcast).
  • Page 35 Manually Updating Your DVR+ Software If your DVR+ isn’t connected to the Internet, follow this procedure to update the software manually. Download the software update file from the Channel Master website to an empty USB flash/thumb drive formatted as FAT or FAT32.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting, Faqs

    :: Troubleshooting, FAQs & Remote Codes What you’ll find in this chapter: • Possible issues and solutions • Frequently asked questions • List of remote codes Troubleshooting ::...

  • Page 37: Possible Issues And Solutions

    Possible Issues and Solutions Signal Issues • Verify that the coax cable to the over-the-air antenna is connected to both the RF IN port on the back of your DVR+ receiver (hand-tighten only) and to the over-the-air antenna. • Verify that your antenna has not been moved out of proper alignment.
  • Page 38 • To enjoy high-quality video streaming from online apps such as YouTube, Pandora, VUDU, and Channel Master TV, a minimum of 2-Mbps connection speed is recommended. If you aren’t sure of your connection speed, check with your Internet service provider.
  • Page 39 Recording Issues • Your DVR+ receiver must be powered on or in standby mode when a program or event is scheduled for it to be recorded. • If your external hard drive cannot be detected by your DVR+ or isn’t working correctly, first reboot the drive by pressing MENU on the remote, then selecting DVR »...
  • Page 40 Software Update If you’re manually updating your DVR+ software using a USB flash-memory drive, you may see one of the following messages Issues displayed after inserting the drive into a USB port: • “EHD Insufficient Disk Size” – Some flash-memory drives have multiple small partitions, or even zero partitions.

  • Page 41: Frequently Asked Questions

    Will I be able to keep my recordings if my DVR+ needs to be repaired or replaced? Unfortunately, we can not guarantee that your recordings will remain on your hard drive if your DVR+ receiver requires repair or replacement. Channel Master is not responsible for loss of any data stored on the hard drive.
  • Page 42 Signal and Picture Quality Why is my picture not coming in clear? Why am I getting artifacts on the screen? Digital signals will show a clear picture unless there’s some type of interference. If you see some artifacts on the screen but the picture is still there, you may need to use a different HDMI cable. Why am I getting a “No / Bad Signal”...
  • Page 43 Much like a PC, background processing with the DVR+ can cause a delay in response time. Channel Master is continually working to improve response times. It’s also important to note that when guide data is updating, you will experience a small delay in remote control responsiveness.

  • Page 44: External Hard Drive

    Why is my DVR+’s external hard drive not working correctly? Channel Master does not provide support or guarantee that all external hard drives will function properly with your DVR+ receiver. If you’re using an external hard drive other than one specified by Channel Master, ensure that there is no special formatting and no special management or partitioning software on the external hard drive, which can cause issues.
  • Page 45 Miscellaneous Why does my DVR+ turn itself off? The DVR+ receiver has a power-saving feature that allows you to program the DVR+ to go into sleep mode after predetermined times of inactivity (4, 5, and 6 hours). If you don’t want your DVR+ receiver to automatically go into sleep mode, you can disable this feature.

  • Page 46: Remote Codes

    Remote Codes This section contains the manufacturer codes for programming your DVR+ remote control to operate your TV and audio devices. If your TV or audio brand is not listed or if the codes listed for it do not work, the DVR+ remote may not be able to control your TV or audio device. Please note that in some cases, codes may operate some but not all of the buttons shown in this guide.
  • Page 47 Boigle 11696 Chun Yun 10180, 10009, 10092, Daewoo 10154, 10451, 10180, Boman 11324 10179, 10843, 11687, 11756, 10178, 10030, 11661, 10556, Boots 10009 11834, 12230 10037, 10634, 10880, 11203, Bork 11363 Chunfeng 10009 11376, 11606, 11612, 11849, BPL 10037, 10208, 11046 Chung Hsin 10180, 10053 12098, 12333, 10876, 10865, Bradford 10180...
  • Page 48 DTS 10009 Evotel 12561 GE 10047, 10051, 10451, 10093, Dual 10037, 11037, 11149, 11163, Excello 11037, 11326 10180, 10765, 10178, 10030, Excors 12031 11372, 11585, 11667, 12032, 11447, 11454, 10625, 10560, 12241, 12676 Exquisit 10037 10092, 10335, 11347, 12359 Dumont 10017 F&U 12676 GEC 10037 Durabrand 10463, 10180, 10178,...
  • Page 49 H & B 10808, 11366, 12001 Hitachi Fujian 10150 Interfunk 10037, 10109, 10512 Haier 10037, 10587, 10508, 11017, Hitsu 10009 Internal 10556, 10624 Hoeher 10714, 10865, 11163, Intervision 10037, 10009 11203, 11753, 11983, 12204, 12212, 12449, 12494, 12709, 11556 iPure 11376 13204, 13280 Hongmei 10093, 10009 Irradio 10037, 10009, 10724...
  • Page 50 Klegg 11366 Local Malaysia TV 11203 ME 11046 KLH 10765, 10767 LodgingStar 13147 Medialine 11206, 11964 KLL 10037 Lodos 11037, 11149 Mediator 10556, 10037 Kneissel 10556, 10037, 10292, Loewe 10037, 10136, 10292, Medion 10556, 10037, 10714, 10499 10512, 10633, 10790, 11884 10668, 11037, 12676, 12279, Kobra 11467 Logic 12107...
  • Page 51 Mx Onda 11498, 11687, 11820, Novita 11585 Pausa 10009 11983 NTC 10092 Penney 10047, 10156, 10051, MyCom 11376 Nu-Tec 12157 10060, 10178, 10030, 10039, Myrica 11666 NuVision 11657, 12158 11347 Myryad 10556 O.K.Line 11037, 11324 Perdio 10037 NAD 10156, 10178, 10037, 10865, Oceanic 10208 Perfekt 10037 10866...
  • Page 52 Proline 10037, 10625, 10634, Relisys 10865, 10876, 10877, Sanyo 10054, 10154, 10156, 11037, 11376, 11545, 11613, 10878, 11206, 11207, 11211, 10180, 10145, 11037, 10508, 11727, 12223 11376, 11585, 11612, 11645, 11588, 11649, 11667, 12236, Proscan 10047, 10030, 11447, 11739, 11741 12237, 12238, 12279, 12448, 10466, 11347, 12147, 12183, Relon 11826...
  • Page 53 Signature 10054 Standard 10037, 11037, 10009, Teac 10178, 10171, 10037, 10714, Signet 11262 11709, 12090 10668, 11037, 10587, 11709, Silva 10037 Starlite 10180, 10037, 10009 11755, 11770, 11795, 11820, Silva Schneider 10037, 11556, Strato 10037, 10009, 11787, 12032 11983, 12032, 12168, 12241, 12125, 12166, 12197, 12333 Strong 11149, 11163 12457, 12761, 11645, 11437,...
  • Page 54 Tensai 10037, 11037, 10715, 10009 Unic Line 10037 Wansa 12098, 13018 Tenson 10009 Uniden 12122 Wards 10047, 10054, 10017, Tera 10030, 10092, 10466 United 10556, 10037, 10714, 10154, 10156, 10051, 10180, Tesla 10556, 10037, 10714, 11037, 11037, 10715, 10587, 11163, 10060, 10178, 10030, 10166, 11652 11523, 11652, 11770, 11820,...
  • Page 55 Yuhang 10009 Dantax 20463, 21390 JBL 20110, 20281 Zenith 10047, 10017, 10463, Dapic 23035 Jensen 20797 Denon 21360, 20004, 20273, John Barrel 23152 10178, 10030, 11145, 10145, 11661, 10037, 10092, 10624, 20386, 20771, 21104, 21142, JVC 20074, 20286, 20464, 20531, 11325, 11365, 11423 21460, 2247, 22279, 22820, 22824, 21495, 21665, 21674, 21676,...
  • Page 56 Onida 22482 Sharp 20186, 20262, 20653, 20771, Wards 20158, 20189 Onkyo 20135, 20380, 21320, 21860, 22736 Watson 20797 Sharper Image 20797 Wellfund 20744 21521, 21655, 21805, 22451, 22503, 22730 Sherwood 20653, 21077, 21517, Welltech 20797 Optimus 21023, 20186, 20219, 21905 Wharfedale 20440, 21390 20286, 20440, 20531, 20744, Sherwood Newcastle 20653...
  • Page 57 Philips 20269, 20641, 22481, 23052 Pioneer 20269, 20823 Polk Audio 20269 PS Audio 21523 Quad 20269 Radiola 20269 RCA 20823 Regent 21568 Revox 20269 Sansui 20321, 21466 Sony 20689 Sven 21568 Teufel 22322 Tevion 21601 Thorens 20269 Trice 21568 Universum 20269 upXus 21446 Videocon 23042, 23060 Vieta 21177...

  • Page 58: Fcc, Warranty & Oss

    :: FCC, Warranty & OSS What you’ll find in this chapter: • FCC statement • Limited Warranty information • Open-ource software notices FCC, Warranty, OSS ::...

  • Page 59: Fcc Statement

    FCC Statement The following FCC statement applies to DVR+: Note: 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.

  • Page 60: Limited Warranty

    Warranty. Please refer to the licensing agreement accompanying the software for details of your rights with respect to its use. CHANNEL MASTER does not warrant that the operation of the CHANNEL MASTER product will be uninterrupted or error-free.
  • Page 61 CHANNEL MASTER location. (d) Unauthorized return of any equipment, whether in or out of warranty, will be subject to a handling charge, in addition to all repair and all transportation charges. (e) CHANNEL MASTER will, at its sole option, repair or replace the returned item.
  • Page 62 NOT BE LIABLE IN TORT, INCLUDING LIABILITY IN NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT LIABILITY, AND WILL HAVE NO LIABILITY AT ALL FOR INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY. CHANNEL MASTER’S LIABILITY FOR FAILURE TO FULFILL ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR ANY OTHER LIABILITY UNDER OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE EQUIPMENT WILL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE EQUIPMENT AT THE TIME OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE.

  • Page 63: Open-Source Software Notices

    Open-Source Software Notices The following open-source software notices apply to DVR+: This product uses certain open-source operating system software distributed pursuant to GNU General Public Licence Version 2 and GNU Lesser General Licence Version 2. The following software components are licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) version 2, a copy of which is provided with this product.
  • Page 64 Copyright @ 1998–2002 by Albert Cahalan route Copyright @ 1994 Free Software Foundation, Inc. sfdisk Copyright @ 1995 Andries E. Brouwer shared-mime Copyright (C) 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc. tune2fs Copyright @ 1992–1994 Remy Card wpa_supplicant Copyright 2002–2012 Jiuni Malinen and contributors The following software components are licensed under the GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) version 2.1, a copy of which is provided with this product.

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