10.2. Source menu............................37 10.3. Applications menu ..........................37 10.4. Settings menu ............................38 10.5. TV menu ..............................56 10.6. Media browser menu .......................... 59 HbbTV system ........................61 MEDION® Life Remote app ....................61 Data protection MEDION® Smart TV ................. 63...
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Troubleshooting ......................... 64 14.1. Do you need more help? ........................66 14.2. Smart TV pixel faults ..........................66 Cleaning ..........................67 Storing the device when not in use ................... 67 Disposal ..........................68 Technical specifications ..................... 69 Product data sheet ......................73 19.1.
1. Information about these operating instructions Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you enjoy using this device. Read the safety instructions carefully before using the device for the first time. Note the warnings on the device and in the operating instructions. Always keep the operating instructions close to hand.
Protection class II Electrical devices in protection class II are devices that have double and/or reinforced in- sulation throughout, and do not have the option of connecting a protective earth. The housing of an electrical device in protection class II, with surrounding insulating material, may either form all of the additional or reinforced insulation, or part of it.
2. Package contents Please check your purchase to ensure that all the items are included and contact us within 14 days of purchase if any parts are missing. The following items are supplied with your product: • Ultra HD Smart TV •...
3. Safety information 3.1. Operating safety − Before using the device for the first time, check the device for damage. A defective or damaged device may not be operated. − This device may be used by children over the age of 8 and by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or by those without experience and knowledge, if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use of the device and have un- derstood the dangers that result from it.
− the device has fallen or its housing is damaged − The device produces smoke 3.2. Installation location − Place the TV set on a sturdy, level surface. Some aggressive varnishes can corrode the rub- ber feet on the device. −...
− Do not place the TV on suspended furniture, such as wall cupboards or shelves, with- out safely and securely fixing both the furniture and the TV set. Take care to ensure that the furniture is mounted correctly and do not exceed its maximum load. −...
3.5. Safety when connecting 3.5.1. Power supply − Even when deactivated, some of the device components are live. To disconnect the power to your Smart TV or to completely isolate the device from voltage sources, dis- connect the device from the power supply completely. To do so, remove mains plug from the socket.
3.6. Handling batteries WARNING! Risk of explosion! Batteries may contain combustible materials and leak, heat up excessively, ignite or even explode. Avoid improper handling of the batteries to prevent damage to your device and your health. Please follow the safety advice below closely: −...
4. EU – Declaration of Conformity Medion AG hereby declares that this device complies with the required regulations in the EU and the fundamental requirements and the other relevant provisions of the following: • Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU • Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC •...
5. Overview of the device 5.1. Front MD 31800, MD 31801, MD 31802, MD 31803: MD31804: LCD screen Infrared sensor: Reception field for the infrared TV signals. Operating light: Lights up when the device is in standby mode.
5.2. Rear and right-hand side 5Vdc Max. 500mA 5Vdc Max. 500mA 13 Vdc/18 Vdc SPDIF Optic. out Video BACK AV IN COMMON INTERFACE (CI+): Card slot for connecting pay TV cards USB (5V , 500 mA max.): USB connection for media playback/recording (PVR) HDMI 1: HDMI connection for devices with a HDMI output : For connecting headphones with 3.5 mm jack MODE: Multifunction button for channel switching, input source selection or volume adjust-...
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Teletext: Call up subpages; Direction button : Move right in menu Teletext: Call up subpages : Exiting the menu EXIT : Open the MEDION® portal MEDION : Open the Amazon Prime Video portal PRIME VIDEO Red button: For teletext or menus...
5.3.1. Programming the multifunction button button can be programmed to any channel position or a particular input source Start by selecting the function you require and then hold down the button for 5 seconds until appears on the screen. This confirms the new programming. MY BUTTON IS SET After each your customised button programming is deleted and re-...
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MD31801 / MD31802 / MD31803: MD31804: 4 x M4 x 16 4 x M6 x 20 4 x M4 x 16...
6.3. Inserting batteries in the remote control Loose the screw of the battery compartment cover on the back of the remote control and re- move the cover. Insert two LR03 (AAA) 1.5 V batteries in the battery compartment of the remote control. Check the battery polarity (inscribed on the bottom of the battery compartment).
Afterwards, press to continue. You will be asked to agree to the MEDION® Smart TV Privacy Policy. This is necessary if you intend to use the Network / Internet / HbbTV services. Read the privacy settings carefully. Select the in- dividual points with ...
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6.7.1. Network/Internet settings Network/Internet Settings You can configure network settings to access content on your home network and the internet. Select „Next“ to scan wireless networks. < < > > Wireless Device Wireless Device Wireless Device Network Type Network Type Press WPS on your wifi...
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WoWLAN). This enables you to switch on the smart TV via a different device (e.g. a smartphone with the MEDION® Life Remote App). Both devices must be connected to the same network via LAN or Wi-Fi for this purpose. Select the WAKE ON setting to activate this function.
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6.7.4. Satellite If you have previously activated the reception type , you can now make settings for the SATELLITE antenna type. To set the antenna type, select one of the following antenna types: − : Select this antenna type if you have a single receiver and a satellite antenna. Press DIRECT the OK button and then choose the desired satellite (you can also call up the transponder list using the blue button).
6.8. Using the multimedia connections NOTICE! Risk of damage! Incorrect operation can cause damage to the equipment used. Before wiring and first use, you must also read the operating instructions of the devices you are connecting. Take care to ensure that all devices are switched off during wiring.
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6.8.5. USB A USB port can be used to connect and read storage media such as USB sticks or external hard drives. Use a suitable USB cable. If a suitable USB cable is supplied, you should use this (e.g. for hard drives).
7. Operation 7.1. Channel selection buttons on the remote control, use the MODE To select a channel, press either one of the multifunction switch on the device or select the channel directly using the number buttons. For a two- or three-figure number, press the number buttons in the corresponding order. ...
Please note that not all picture formats are available depending on the chosen picture source. 7.4. Displaying information 12:50-13:00 Now: ARTE Journal Information about the current channel arte HD 100% ARTE Journal > 12:50 Press the button to display information about the current channel. The infobar is also dis- INFO played if different signal inputs are used.
7.6. Selecting the source Please note that the source (the connected device) is only recognised when connecting using the ) button or in the menu, if this source is activated in the SOURCE SETTINGS menu or in the menu. > SYSTEM > SOURCES SOURCES >...
8. Teletext Teletext is a free service broadcast by most channels and provides the latest news, weather, TV list- ings, share prices, subtitles and other information. Your TV set offers many useful functions for using teletext including multipage text, subpage saving and quick navigation. This service must be available in your region/from your TV provider.
9. Using the On-Screen Display menu (OSD menu) 9.1. Navigating in the menu Press the menu button ) to activate the OSD. MENU Select the main menu with the direction buttons. Select the submenu from the main menu using the direction buttons. With some submenus, direct links open automatically here, giving you the option to ac- cess common options quickly and make settings.
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An Internet connection is required for this function. The media por- tal hides behind the MEDION button, but can also be called up using the MEDION button.
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The open browser function is an app in the media portal and provides you with access to the Internet. After open- ing, predefined web pages and their logos are shown that you can select directly. You can use the keyboard function to enter URL addresses directly or control web pages via the activated search function.
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directory. Use the buttons to As soon as you call up the channel list, you enter the WATCH switch to the additional options EDIT FILTER Menu op- Settings tion You can use the buttons to select channels from the list and press OK to open. You can use the P+ button or the P- button to scroll pages up or down 10 at a WATCH time.
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You can create up to four favourites lists that you can call up lat- er. If you press the button, you can add the currently select- ed channel (or all marked channels) to one or more favourites lists. To do this, select for the desired list and press the ADD/REMOVE FA...
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If you wish to call up channels from individual satellites in the channel list, this is where you can select the desired sat- ellites. After pressing the button, the channels of the se- lected satellite appear in the channel list. Even after closing the channel list and re-opening it with the button, the previously filtered results...
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The next table shows the options for the GUIDE Menu option Settings Select the view. This shows only the current and the next pro- NOW/NEXT gramme for all channels. enables you to restrict the display according FILTER NOW/NEXT to certain criteria and takes you back to the original dis- TIMELINE SCHEDULE play.
10.2. Source menu This menu displays all active signal sources and can be selected with the button. Then press button to call up the selected source. TV mode (antennas, satellites and cable signals are played back) BACK AV Audio/video input (AV) HDMI1 HDMI input 1 HDMI2...
10.4. Settings menu 10.4.1. Picture menu As soon as the menu is selected using the buttons, the PICTURE MODE, ENERGY SAVING PIC submenus appear above for quicker navigation and can be selected directly. TURE ZOOM Picture Mode Natural Contrast Brightness Sharpness Colour...
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Menu option Settings Picture Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast < < > > Medium Medium Medium Noise Reduction Colour Temp Normal White Point Picture Zoom Auto Picture Shift Film Mode Auto Skin Tone Colour Shift Off HDMI Full Range DYNAMIC CON Set dynamic contrast: OFF, LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH TRAST...
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10.4.2. Screen menu when using VGA/PC as the source Picture Contrast Brightness Sharpness Colour Energy Saving Off Backlight Advanced Settings Dolby Vision Notification PC Position Reset Menu option Settings Increase or reduce contrast (on a scale of 0 to 100) CONTRAST Increase or reduce brightness (on a scale of 0 to 100) BRIGHTNESS...
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Menu option Settings Picture Dynamic Contrast Dynamic Contrast < < > > Off Off Off Colour Temp Normal White Point Picture Zoom 16:9 Picture Shift Film Mode Auto ADVANCED SET DYNAMIC CON TINGS Set dynamic contrast: OFF, LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH TRAST Select colour tone: COLOUR TEMP...
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Menu option Settings With this setting the picture signal is synchronised to match with the monitor's pixel rate. This corrects errors that can appear as vertical stripes in pixel-dense imag- DOT CLOCK es (such as tables or text in small fonts). Set the frame rate using .
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Set the headphone volume here. This can only be changed if HEADPHONE/LI is set to NEOUT HEADPHONE WARNING! Risk of hearing damage! HEADPHONE To prevent possible damage to your hearing, avoid listening at high volume over long periods of time. ...
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Select Dolby Audio setting to optimise the OFF, SMART, MOVIE, MUSIC NEWS sound. If you activate this option, DOLBY AUDIO EQUALIZER, BALANCE, DYNAMIC BASS can no longer be edited. DTS TRUSURROUND Activate/deactivate the surround sound effect. TRUSURROUND Set the audio type for the digital output here. Standard format for the output of a stereo format DIGITAL OUT For the output of a digital data stream, e.g.
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WoWLAN). This enables you to switch on the Smart TV via a different device (e.g. a smartphone with the MEDION® Life Remote app). Both devices must be connected to the same network via LAN or WLAN for this purpose. Select the setting to activate the function.
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Menu option Setting This function is used for the direct entry of station or satellite transpond- er data. Set the desired reception type here. SEARCH TYPE SATELLITE The number buttons can be used to specify the fre- FREQUENCY quency to be searched. Select the polarisation level here.
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Menu option Setting Here you can fine-tune analogue channels. ANALOGUE FINE TUNE Display satellite list Use the buttons to select a satellite from the SATELLITE LIST list. Press the button to call up the ADD, EDIT options. DELETE In this section, you can change the antenna settings and search satellites for new channels.
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10.4.6. System menu As soon as you select the menu using the buttons, the direct links for the SYSTEM appear above for faster process- SLEEP TIMER, AUTO TV OFF, SUBTITLE AUDIO LANGUAGE ing. You can use the to programme the device to switch off automatically. You SLEEP TIMER can set the time in 30-minute increments (maximum 2 hours).
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Menu option Settings System Menu Menu < < > > English English English Preferred Primary Audio Language English All language settings are Secondary Audio Language English made and displayed in the Primary Subtitle Language English Secondary Subtitle Language English SPRACHE menu. Teletext West Guide...
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Here you can set the audio language of the current programme, if more than one audio language is supported. AUDIO As soon as the menu is selected using the SYSTEM buttons, this menu appears above and can be selected directly. CURRENT Here you can set the subtitles for the current pro- gramme, if available.
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Menu option Settings PARENTAL If you confirm this by press- System , a dialogue box opens. The password (or lock key) is requested. Upon delivery, the Menu lock Menu lock < < Off Off Off > > Guidance Off factory default password is Set PIN **** set to 0000.
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Menu option Settings You can change the time settings here. : Display the set date and time. The entries cannot be changed. DATE/TIME : If you change the entry from you can TIME SETTINGS MODE AUTO MANUAL adjust the selected time zone forwards or backwards in hour or half-hour steps. is set, the current local GMT time is adopted.
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Menu option Settings Calling up the Netflix app enables numerous films and series to be streamed directly over the Internet. This is a premium service and you must register when using the service for the first time. NETFLIX is a subscription service that enables its members to stream films and series (‘NETFLIX contents’) using Internet-enabled televi- sions, computers and other devices (‘NETFLIX supported devices’).
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TV remotely via VIRTUAL REMOTE a smartphone with the MEDION® Life Remote app (for more information see also page 61). (optional) Enable this function to enable all devices that are connected via HDMI to communicate with each other.
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Menu option Settings The default setting for the speakers is TV so that only the in- ternal speakers are used to output the sound. This setting can only be changed if you have previously enabled the CEC function. If you have done so, it is possible to select the AM...
10.5. TV menu As in the menu, the menus are available here. For more detailed expla- HOME GUIDE CHANNELS nations for both options, see section “Home menu”. 10.5.1. Timer menu Shift Timer If a shift timer has been programmed via the EPG, the relevant programme is displayed in the TIM...
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The duration is determined automatically. DURATION Select the interval at which the timer is to be repeated ( ONCE, DAILY, WEEKLY REPEAT WEEKDAYS is selected, a lock symbol appears. In this case, you can only DISALLOWED CHANGE/DELETE open the entry with the PIN. Setting options: PLAYBACK USE PARENTAL SETTINGS, ALLOWED, DISALLOWED...
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SETTINGS : This is where you can specify that the recording is to start before START EARLY the set start time. : This is where you can specify that the recording is to end after the set END LATE end time. : This is where you can set the max.
10.6. Media browser menu If you connect a USB data medium to the Smart TV, you can play music files, images and videos. Use the function to specify which media files are to be displayed ( FILTER ALL, PICTURE, AUDIO VID...
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10.6.4. Loop function For media playback, you can activate an additional loop function, which either continuously re- peats the current media file (marked with a full stop) or repeats all files (no marking). 10.6.5. Random playback An additional random playback function plays all video, photo and music files on your USB storage in random order.
The MEDION® Life Remote app is the innovative way to operate your MEDION® television from your smartphone via your home network. The MEDION® Life Remote application makes use of the features of your mobile phone – such as touch screen capability and motion sensor – to provide easy-to-use, convenient and improved op- tions for operating your MEDION®...
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Die MEDION® Life Remote app provides you with the functions of a remote control. By swiping up, down, left and right, you can navigate to the five operating interfaces with the following functions: Please note that certain buttons, depending on the model, may not be functional.
Please check the privacy policy of the provider beforehand. MEDION® shall not be liable if the HbbTV, the portal or a service does not comply with the user’s re- quirements, nor does it guarantee that safe and error-free use of such services can always occur without restrictions, or continuously, at the required time.
14. Troubleshooting Malfunctions can sometimes have quite trivial causes, but they may also be the result of defective components. We have included a brief troubleshooting guide below which may help to solve any problems. If these tips don’t solve the problem then we’ll be more than pleased to help you out. Just give us a call! Error Measures...
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No reception/poor reception • Ensure that all necessary settings have been made. via a wireless network con- nection (WLAN). WIRELESS DISPLAY cannot • Check that all necessary settings have been made. Read the be established. section “Wireless Display”. The remote control is not •...
14.1. Do you need more help? If the suggestions in the previous sections did not solve your problem, please contact us. To make it easier for us to help you, please have the following information to hand: • What external devices are connected? •...
15. Cleaning WARNING! Risk of electric shock! There is a risk of death due to an electric shock when the housing is open and you touch parts inside the device! Do not open the device housing. It does not contain any parts for maintenance by the user.
17. Disposal Packaging Your device has been packaged to protect it from damage in transit. The packaging is made of materials that can be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. Device The adjacent symbol of a crossed out wheelie bin means that the device is subject to Di- rective 2012/19/EU.
18. Technical specifi cations Smart-TV X14040 (MD 31800) Device name X14040 (MD 31800) Rated voltage 220–240 V ~ 50 Hz Rated voltage/current for satellite con- 13 V/18 V , 300 mA max. nection Screen size 101.6 cm (40”) LCD; 16:9 display Power consumption max.
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Smart-TV X15502 (MD 31803) Device name X15502 (MD 31803) Rated voltage 220–240 V ~ 50 Hz Rated voltage/current for satellite con- 13 V/18 V , 300 mA max. nection Screen size 138.8 cm (55”) LCD; 16:9 display Power consumption max. 140 Watt Power consumption in standby mode <...
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Channels VHF (Band I/III) UHF (BAND U) HYPERBAND CABLE TV (S1-S20) / (S21-S41) HD DVB-T DVB-T2 HD (H.265) HD DVB-C DVB-S2 Connections Antenna connection (analogue TV, DVB-T/DVB-T2 or DVB-C) Satellite connection (DVB-S/S2) 2 x USB connection 1 x LAN RJ-45 Video 3 x HDMI®...
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Dimensions/weight X14040 (MD 31800) Dimensions without feet (W x H x D) Approx. 922 x 548 x 89 mm Dimensions with feet (W x H x D) Approx. 922 x 608 x 275 mm Weight without feet Approx. 6.9 kg Weight with feet Approx.
www.tuv.com www.tuv.com www.tuv.com www.tuv.com MD31800: ID 1111216285 MD31801: ID 1111219430 MD31802: ID 1111216176 MD31803: ID 1111219088 www.tuv.com MD31804: ID 1111214584 19. Product data sheet According to Directive 1062/2010 Trademarks MSN no. 30027540 30027542 30027544 30027546 30027548 Model no. (MD) 31800 31801 31802 31803...
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