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E c o z a p b o x 2 with Auto-retune Ref. 441808 Instruction manual MET950...
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Digital TV Thank you for choosing this METRONIC Eco zapbox. Not only can it receive over 40 Freeview channels, you can also listen to digital radio all at the touch of a button. Use of any electrical equipment should be undertaken with care. Please read the safety section on page 17-§11 before using your Eco zapbox.
Contents 01 Connecting up 02 Getting started 03 Your Eco zapbox 04 Your remote control 05 Using your Eco zapbox 06 Daily use 07 Advanced features 08 Re-tuning 09 Troubleshooting 10 Specifications 11 Electrical information 12 Warnings After the digital switchover some Freeview channels will move to diffe- rent frequencies.
01 - Connecting up Getting connected Connecting to the TV with SCART RF Cable* SCART Cable* RF Cable* Other connections Connecting to the TV and DVD recorder with SCART SCART Cable* RF Cable* RF Cable* DVD/RECORDER SCART Cable* RF Cable* Connecting a Hi-Fi system Audio L/R Cable* * Not included in the box...
02 - Getting started A - Install batteries in remote Remove the battery cover. Insert two size AAA batteries so that the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks on the batteries match the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks inside the unit. Replace the battery cover. B - Plug in and switch on Insert the Eco zapbox mains plug into a mains socket.
03 - Your Eco zapbox Standby button. Volume up / down and Channel up / down Aerial Input. Connect the aerial to this socket. Aerial Output. Connect the TV to this socket, if you want to watch analog channels on your TV. Serial port (Service use only).
04 - Your remote control Digit pad : enter values and select the channel directly by entering its number. : power on / Standby MENU : allows you to open the menu so that you can change the settings of your Eco zapbox.
05 - Using your Eco zapbox As with most of your electrical goods, there will be functions you use everyday, and others that you need only occasionally. We’ve put the most commonly used functions in this section so you can get your Eco zapbox up and running as quickly as possible.
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When you change the channel the Info bar will be displayed for a few seconds. This shows details of the currently showing and the next programme for the selected channel. C - Changing the volume You can change the volume of your Eco zapbox by using the VOL5 and VOL6 buttons on the remote control.
strength information, and also shows you details of the programme your wat- ching and the programme following it. 06 - Daily use Setting a reminder You can set your TV to remind you when a programme you want to watch is about to start.
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DON’T FORGET! You can re-tune your Eco zapbox to retrieve channels you have dele- ted. See Re-tuning on page 15. B - System setup The settings menu lets you alter the default set- tings of your Eco zapbox. • Press the MENU button. •...
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C - Factory default • To reset your Eco Box to the original factory settings, select the Factory Default menu. • Press OK button and enter your passcode. Your Eco Box will now reset all the default settings and re-tune all channels. D - Low power mode The Low power mode reduces the amount of electricity that your Eco zapbox uses.
08 - Re-tuning Re-tuning your Eco zapbox As digital switchover happens in your region, and extra channels and services are launched, you will need to re-tune your Eco zapbox. Option 1 This option allows you to re-tune the channels automatically without going through the Menu.
Problem Possible cause What to do Standby light not lit Mains lead unplugged Check mains lead Mains fuse blown Check fuse No signal found Aerial is disconnected Check aerial lead Aerial is damaged / misaligned Check aerial Ensure that you are capable of receiving Digital TV.
11 - Electrical Information This Eco zapbox is fitted with a BS1363/A 13 amp plug. If it is not suitable for your supply sockets it must be removed and replaced with an appropriate plug. If the plug becomes damaged and/or needs to be replaced please follow the wiring instructions below.
12 - Warnings • Attempts to repair this will invalidate the warranty. • Refer repairs to this Eco zapbox to a qualified service personnel only. • Do not disassemble this Eco zapbox. • There are dangerous-voltage parts inside that may cause electric shock even after power is disconnected.
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How the Digital switchover may affect you : Television in the UK is going digital, bringing us all more choice and new services. Starting in late 2007 and ending in 2012, television services in the UK will go completely digital, TV region by TV region.
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Metronic Ltd Park House, 15-23 Greenhill Crescent, Watford, Herts, WD18 8PH. www.metronic.com Product made in Asia...
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