COMAG Digital Satellite Receiver Operating Manual

COMAG Digital Satellite Receiver Operating Manual

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Digital Satellite Receiver
Operating manual
Version 1.0, as of 21/11/2007
Modifications and errors reserved.
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  • Page 1 Digital Satellite Receiver Operating manual Version 1.0, as of 21/11/2007 Modifications and errors reserved. We will not assume any liability for printing errors.
  • Page 2 Overview of equipment Front side of the receiver Rear side of the receiver Remote control...
  • Page 3: Overview Of Equipment

    Overview of equipment Front side of the receiver Infrared sensor for the signals of the remote control LED STBY LED is only illuminated if the receiver is in standby mode LED ON LED is illuminated if the receiver is switched on Standby Switches on and switches to the standby mode...
  • Page 4: Remote Control

    Remote control Symbol Description Standby Switches on and switches to the standby mode ZOOM Enlarges TV image LIST Invokes TV channel list TIMER Invokes timer TEXT Invokes Teletext MUTE Turns off sound Multi-picture function, invokes thumbnail view Increases volume/cursor moves to the right In normal mode: invokes current channel list In a menu: confirms menu item CH ▼...
  • Page 5 CH ▲ Switches to the next higher channel location/cursor moves up MENU Invokes main menu EXIT Exits menu or menu item Audio Changes audio mode Invokes Electronic Programme Guide (if offered by the broadcasting station) TV/SAT Switches between terrestrial and satellite antenna TV/Radio Switches between TV and radio mode...
  • Page 6: Preface

    This operating manual will help you in the • appropriate • safe Usage of the digital satellite receiver, hereafter called as the receiver in short. We assume that the user of the Sat-System has overall knowledge regarding handling of audio and video equipment.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents Overview of equipment............... 3 Remote control ................... 4 Preface....................6 Style features ..................6 Contents .................... 7 Safety instructions ................9 Basic safety instructions............. 9 Appropriate usage ................12 Scope of supply................13 Description ..................14 Receiver connection ..............18 LNB cable installation ...............
  • Page 8 Switch between TV and SAT............44 Switch between TV and radio............44 ZOOM ....................44 LIST ....................44 AUDIO ....................45 EPG ....................45 Teletext ..................... 45 M/P Multipicture ................46 MUTE....................46 FAV....................46 RECALL.................... 47 Acoustic signal for directing the satellite antenna ......47 Sleep timer ..................
  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Please read the safety instructions carefully before operating the receiver. Please follow all warnings and instructions on the equipment and in the operating manual. Basic safety instructions Electrical connection • Do not expose the receiver to rain as well as any kind of humidity to avoid risk of fire and electric shock.
  • Page 10 • Never allow children to operate the receiver or to play with the antenna unit unless supervised. • Always ask qualified personnel to carry out maintenance jobs. Otherwise, you are putting yourself and others at risk. • Disconnect the receiver from the power source in case of operational disruptions.
  • Page 11: Explanation Of Safety Instructions

    Batteries that are getting discharged may damage the remote • control. If the receiver is not in use for a longer period of time, remove the batteries from the remote control. • Batteries may contain toxic agents. Therefore, dispose of the batteries immediately in an ecologically accepted manner according to the prevailing statutory regulations.
  • Page 12: Appropriate Usage

    Appropriate usage The receiver receives unencoded digital channels (free-to-air) in a covered area. It is exclusively meant for this purpose and should only be used for the same. This also includes paying attention to all information in this operating manual especially that of safety instructions.
  • Page 13: Scope Of Supply

    Scope of supply Check the scope of supply after purchase. The scope of supply may vary according to the type of the receiver. Please follow the information on the packaging...
  • Page 14: Description

    Description You can receive unencoded (free-to-air) digital satellite channels with this receiver. It is not necessary to programme the receiver yet. The most important broadcasting stations and satellites have already been pre-programmed. The following satellites have been pre-programmed by the company: •...
  • Page 15 • Greek • Croatian • Czech • Danish • Dutch • Hungarian • Norwegian • Polish • Slovakian • Swedish • Slovenian • English • French • Turkish • Spanish • Italian • Portuguese Other features of the equipment: • Software updates via satellite ASTRA 19° East •...
  • Page 16 • Child lock (preset password: 0000) • 1 favourites list and 8 channel groups • Automatic scanning of broadcasting stations • List editor for broadcasting stations • Analogue sound output through Cinch connector (stereo), volume adjustment possible via remote control •...
  • Page 17 • Digital satellite finder for optical and acoustic adjustment of the parabolic-type reflector A suitable channel editor is additionally available through our hotline. Then you will be able to edit the channel lists of the receiver using your computer. Please read the information on our website for this purpose.
  • Page 18: Receiver Connection

    Receiver connection The receiver is connected with your satellite antenna by means of a coaxial cable. If necessary, you have to prepare a coaxial cable before connecting the receiver. Caution! Connect the receiver to the mains supply only after you have connected it to all equipment and the antenna properly.
  • Page 19: Lnb Cable Installation

    LNB cable installation (see the installation diagram on the next page) For the installation of the F connectors on the coaxial cable you need a knife (ideally a wire stripper) and side cutting pliers. Cut 8 mm of the coaxial cable at each end up to the inner core. Carefully cut 10 mm of the outer insulation so that the wire netting is exposed.
  • Page 20 Installation diagram Fasten the F connector of the coaxial cable onto the “LNB IN” antenna connection of the receiver. Fasten the other end of the coaxial cable to the LNB.
  • Page 21: Connection With Scart Cable

    Connection with Scart cable Insert the Scart cable in the “TV Scart” Scart socket of the receiver. Connect the Scart cable to the TV set. Follow the operating manual of the TV set. Connection diagram A scart cable is not included in the scope of supply.
  • Page 23: Connection With Cinch Cable

    Connection with Cinch cable Connect the Cinch connectors of the Cinch cable to the “AUDIO R” and “AUDIO L” sockets of the receiver if you want to connect a stereo system. Please also connect the “VIDEO” output to your TV Set to have the picture via Cinch.
  • Page 24 Connection diagram...
  • Page 25: Direction Of The Antenna

    Direction of the antenna You must connect the LNB cable to LNB before directing the antenna. Caution! While connecting the LNB cable, the receiver must not be connected to the mains supply. Fasten the F-connector onto the connection of LNB on which the sealed socket is located.
  • Page 26: Getting Started

    Getting started Remote control Two Micro type batteries are required for the remote control: LR 03/AAA/1.5 V Open the battery compartment. Insert two batteries into the battery compartment paying attention to the indicated polarities and push the cover of the battery compartment carefully until the cover is locked.
  • Page 27: Receiver

    Receiver Caution! Check the proper connection of all devices and of the antenna before connecting the external power pack or the 12 V cable of the receiver to the power source and starting the receiver. Insert the mains plugs of the connected equipment in the mains socket and switch it on..
  • Page 28: Adjustment Of Antenna

    Adjustment of antenna The reception quality set by you in the antenna settings may not be optimal. In this case, you must do a fine adjustment of the antenna. For this procedure, please see the operating manual of your satellite system. For UK see page 57. By pressing the “INFO”...
  • Page 29: Operation

    Operation Screen-inlays while switching a channel When a channel is switched, an information bar is inlayed on the screen for 5 seconds (adjustable). In this information bar, you will find the following indications:...
  • Page 30: User Interface On The Tv Monitor

    User interface on the TV monitor You can do individual settings of your receiver using the menus in the user interface. For this purpose, both the receiver and the TV set need to be switched on and connected by a cable (SCART or CINCH).
  • Page 31: Menu Structure

    Menu Structure Main menu Sub-menu Description...
  • Page 32: Menu Navigation

    Menu navigation Use the keys “CH+”, “CH-”, “V+”, and “V-” to navigate within the menus. The selected menu items are marked. Confirm your selection with the “OK” key. By pressing the “EXIT” key you can exit the menu again. Changes must be confirmed additionally. Apart from this, the numerical keys are required in further sub- menus.
  • Page 33: Channel (Symbol: Tv)

    Channel (symbol: TV) 1 Favourite By pressing key 1 you can determine your favourites. Next to the corresponding channels, a heart symbol will be displayed. 2 Move By pressing key 2, the movement symbol will appear behind the marked channel. By pressing the keys CH+ and CH-, the channel will be moved to the desired position.
  • Page 34 5 Edit After entering the password (factory setting 0000), new selection options will appear. 1 Delete By marking with key 1, selected channels can be marked to be deleted. Please confirm selection by pressing the "OK“ key. 2 Skip By marking with key 2, selected channels can be marked to be skipped. Please confirm selection by pressing the "OK“...
  • Page 35: Installation (Symbol: Satellite Antenna)

    6 Type (channel group) Here, you can assign selected channels to determined channel groups (Types) as desired. Please confirm your selection with “OK”. You can exit the menu by pressing the "EXIT“ key. Installation (symbol: satellite antenna)
  • Page 38 Table for the TP Index...
  • Page 39: System Settings (Symbol: Gearwheel)

    System settings (symbol: gearwheel)
  • Page 41 Table for timer setting However, the timer can also be programmed via the EPG mode. Example: Press “EPG“ key. Via key 1 you then will get an event list. By using the keys CH+ and CH-, you can select the desired event and take it over directly to the timer by pressing key 2.
  • Page 42: Setting (Symbol: Tools)

    Setting (symbol: tools)
  • Page 43: Software Update Via Satellite

    Software update via satellite The update has nothing to do with the storage of new TV channels. It is rather meant to update the system software of the receiver. Normally, the update is not required for a trouble-free operation of the receiver. You must direct your satellite system towards the satellite ASTRA 19°...
  • Page 44: Keys With Special Functions

    Keys with special functions Switch between TV and SAT With the “TV/SAT” key you can switch between TV and satellite functions. (This function has to be provided by your TV set). Press the “TV/SAT” key until you have set the desired function. Switch between TV and radio With the “TV/Radio”...
  • Page 45: Audio

    AUDIO With the “AUDIO” key you can select the audio track if a broadcasting station offers multi-channel sound. Additionally, you can activate the Dolby Digital mode here. (For this purpose you additionally need a Dolby Digital system. The connection is made on the rear of the device via the COAXIAL socket).
  • Page 46: M/P Multipicture

    Using Fast text functions The coloured keys on the remote control are meant for Fast text and are activated after invoking another Teletext page. You can get there directly by pressing the small coloured keys on the remote control. Press the desired key. M/P Multipicture Press the “M/P"...
  • Page 47: Recall

    RECALL By pressing the RECALL key, you will change over to the previously selected channel. Acoustic signal for directing the satellite antenna For this purpose, press the “INFO” key. Apart from the current reception parameters, you will get information on the signal strength and quality.
  • Page 48: Dismantling

    Dismantling Disconnect the receiver and connected equipment from the power supply. Loosen the LNB cable from the receiver and LNB. Take the batteries out of the remote control, if you will not use the receiver for a longer period of time. Pack the receiver, the remote control, the 2 batteries, the external power pack and the 12V cable for the cigarette lighter into the cardboard box.
  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting...
  • Page 50 If a malfunction cannot be rectified in spite of this, please contact your specialized dealer or the manufacturer.
  • Page 51: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications × ×...
  • Page 53: Manufacturer

    Contact your retailer for advice http://www.comag-ag.co.uk Guarantee The guarantee for the digital satellite receiver is in conformity with the prevailing statutory regulations at the time of purchasing the product.
  • Page 54: Declaration Of Conformity

    The manufacturer hereby declares conformity with the following guidelines and standards for this product: Guideline for low voltage, 73/23/EEC • EN 60,065 Guideline for electromagnetic compatibility, 89/336/EEC • EN 55,013 • EN 55 020 • EN 61000-3-2 • EN 61000-3-3 Equipment type /model: Digital satellite receiver SL30/12...
  • Page 55: Glossary

    Glossary...
  • Page 57 Dish Alignment Instructions & Information for UK customers who wish to receive English programs.
  • Page 59 Fine tuning...
  • Page 60 ONLY MOVE THE LNB ARM BY 2 OR 3 MM AT A TIME, IF YOU MOVE IT TOO MUCH YOU WILL GO PAST THE SATELLITE AND NO SIGNAL CHANGE WILL BE NOTED. IF YOU STAND IN FRONT OF THE DISH YOU WILL BLOCK THE SIGNAL, GET OUT OF THE WAY TO CHECK SIGNAL READINGS.

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