SMART MX 16 Operating Instructions Manual

Digital satellite receiver with integrated cryptoworks interface

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MX 16 Digital Satellite Receiver
with integrated Cryptoworks interface

Operating Instructions

Version 2. 06.05.06

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    MX 16 Digital Satellite Receiver with integrated Cryptoworks interface Operating Instructions Version 2. 06.05.06...
  • Page 2: Foreword

    Foreword These operating instructions are designed to assist you in using the MX 16 CY Digital Satellite Receiver (hereafter called “the Receiver”) • in accordance with these instructions, • safely, and • in the most efficient way. We assume that users of the receiver possess a general knowledge of operating electronic media equipment.
  • Page 3: Print Formatting Conventions

    Print formatting conventions Various elements of these operating instructions are displayed in a laid-down format. In this way, it can easily be seen if it concerns standard text, • listings, or actions.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    First steps..................19 Switching on and off ................. 19 Remote control ................. 19 Remote control button functions............20 Receiver.................... 22 Inserting a Smart Card..............23 Basic settings ................. 24 Changing the system settings ............24 Changing antenna settings............... 26 Motor control..................27 Search for channels................
  • Page 5 Basic operating steps ............... 35 Additional functions................36 On-screen user interface ..............39 Moving around the menus and sub-menus ........40 The menu layout ................41 Programme news................42 Channel listing .................. 42 Language..................43 Edit station ..................44 Encoded “Crypto Embedded “Programme ........46 Software Version ................
  • Page 6: Safety Instructions

    3BSafety instructions Safety instructions Please read these safety instructions through carefully, before operating the receiver. Please observe all warnings and instructions on the equipment and contained in these operating instructions. Basic safety instructions Electrical connections • To avoid fire and danger of electric shock, do not expose the receiver to rain or in other moisture.
  • Page 7 3BSafety instructions • Always leave maintenance work to properly-trained personnel, not to do so could be dangerous. • Disconnect the receiver from the power source if operating breakdown occurs. Correct positioning • Stand the receiver on a firm, level surface. •...
  • Page 8: Explanations Of The Safety Warnings

    3BSafety instructions Explanations of the safety warnings In these operating instructions the following categories of safety warnings are found: Danger! DANGER warns of possible personal injury. Caution! CAUTION warns of possible material damage or damage to the environment. These warnings contain special instructions regarding the efficient operation of the receiver.
  • Page 9: Package Contents

    4BPackage contents Package contents Check the package contents after buying. Amount Item Digital satellite receiver Remote control Batteries (Type AAA, “Micro cells“) SCART cable...
  • Page 10: Description

    5BDescription Description With this equipment digital satellite channels can be received using a satellite antenna. The receiver does not need to be programmed, all programmes transmitted at the time of delivery over the Astra, Hotbird and Turksat satellites are already pre-programmed. The channels transmitted by a satellite can be received as soon as the receiver is connected up to an antenna pointing at a satellite.
  • Page 11 5BDescription Additional features: • OTA (satellite update) • Integrated text decoder (STB/VBI) • PIG (Picture In Graphics) • 4000 channel storage positions (3000 TV and 1000 radio channels) • LNB control logic (13/18V, 14/19V, 0/22 kHz) • SCPC/MCPC reception in C/Ku-Band •...
  • Page 12: Overview Of The Equipment

    6BOverview of the equipment Overview of the equipment Receiver front panel Symbol Function LED-Display Shows channel number or time CH▼ Change down a channel, move on-screen cursor downwards CH▲ Change up a channel, move on-screen cursor upwards – Cover for the Cryptoworks interface “On”...
  • Page 13: Receiver Rear Panel

    6BOverview of the equipment Receiver rear panel Symbol Function LOOP OUT Loop connection for digital receiver ANT INPUT Connection for antenna cable VCR SCART SCART-connection for video cassette recorder SCART-connection for TV set TV SCART Video output, connection for video cassette recorder Video Analogue audio connection, left AUDIO L...
  • Page 14: Connecting Up The Receiver

    6BOverview of the equipment Connecting up the receiver The receiver is connected by means of an LNB cable to the connection socket of the satellite antenna. Before connecting the receiver an LNB cable may have to be installed. An LNB cable is not supplied. Danger! The braided sheath and the internal conductor of the LNB cable are under current during operation.
  • Page 15: Installing The Lnb Cable

    6BOverview of the equipment Installing the LNB cable For installing an IF plug on the co-axial cable wire strippers and cutting pliers will be required. Cut off 8mm co-axial cable down to the internal core at both ends. Carefully cut 10mm of external isolation material off, so that the braided sheath is showing.
  • Page 16 6BOverview of the equipment Caution! Never connect the phono input of the music centre to the receiver, as this can damage the music centre. Do observe the instructions regarding the connection of a cinch cable contained in the operating instructions of the music centre. Cinch cables for audio and video are not supplied Connect the cinch cable to the music centre.
  • Page 17: Connection Of A Digital Audio Receiver

    6BOverview of the equipment Connection of a digital audio receiver If the 5-channel audio transmission (Dolby Digital Sound/AC3) is to be used, then the digital audio receiver must be connected to the optical or co-axial output of the receiver.. Caution! Please observe the instructions regarding the connection contained in the digital audio receiver’s operating instructions.
  • Page 18 6BOverview of the equipment Connecting the optical digital output Remove the protective cap from the receiver’s socket marked ”DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL)“. Plug the optical cable in the receiver’s socket marked “DIGITAL AUDIO (OPTICAL)“. Connect the optical cable to the digital audio receiver. Connection diagram...
  • Page 19: First Steps

    7BFirst steps First steps Switching on and off To change from “standby” mode to “on”, press the “Power” button on the remote control or on the receiver. Remote control Two micro batteries of designation LR 03 / AAA / 1,5 V are required for the remote control Open the battery compartment Insert two batteries into the battery compartment, taking care that...
  • Page 20: Remote Control Button Functions

    7BFirst steps Remote control button functions...
  • Page 21 7BFirst steps Symbol Function Switch “On” or change to “Standby” mode RECALL Change to the previously selected channel Direct channel no. selection, numerical input Change over to TV mode Activates Teletext VOL+ Increase volume VOL- Decrease volume – confirm menu or menu item –...
  • Page 22: Receiver

    7BFirst steps Receiver Caution! Check the connections of all equipment and the antenna are in working order before connecting the receiver to the power source. Insert the receiver’s plug in the power socket. The receiver starts up in Standby mode. On the display the current time is shown.
  • Page 23: Inserting A Smart Card

    Insert the Smart Card into the slot. Caution! If the Smart Card is incorrectly inserted, then this could damage the receiver or the Smart Card. Close the cover of the card slot. Instructions for using the Smart Card software can be found on page...
  • Page 24: Basic Settings

    8BBasic settings Basic settings In order to take advantage of the entire spectrum of the receiver’s functions, the receiver must first be configured. Press the “SET UP“ button on the remote control. The PIN number is now required. Enter the PIN number (Works setting: 1234). Changing the system settings The following settings can be changed in the “System Settings”...
  • Page 25 8BBasic settings Setting Options Description Time zone Automatically set. Positioner Yes/No “Yes“, if a motorised satellite system is being used. In this case the sub-menu “Motor control” is displayed. Summer time On/Off “Off” sets standard mean time, “On” sets summer time. Teletext Type STB/VBI “STB“...
  • Page 26: Changing Antenna Settings

    8BBasic settings Changing antenna settings In the “Antenna Settings” sub-menu the following settings can be changed: Setting Options Description Satellite e.g.: The most common satellites are [019.2° E] Astra1 pre-programmed. Additional [013.0° E] Hotbird 1–5 satellites can be inputted in Chapter “Motor control”...
  • Page 27: Motor Control

    8BBasic settings Setting Options Description LNB operation H/V (Horizontal/Vertical) Leave this setting at “H/V“. The further settings are only relevant for single cable systems 14V (Vertical) or special in-house distribution. 18V (Horizontal) Off (Aus) Positioner None Settings for the motor control of the satellite antenna.
  • Page 28 8BBasic settings DiSEqC: Setting Options Description Satellite Select the desired satellite here. Transponder The pre-programmed transponder for the satellite are displayed here. Move East<<< >>>West The satellite can now be turned into the desired direction using the arrow buttons “ “ and “ “ . Save with ”Save Position“...
  • Page 29 8BBasic settings Stab Usals: Setting Options Description Satellite Select here the desired satellite. Transponder The pre-programmed transponder for the satellite are displayed here My Longitude Enter here the longitude on which the satellite antenna is located. My Latitude Enter here the latitude on which the satellite antenna is located.
  • Page 30: Search For Channels

    8BBasic settings Search for channels The following settings can be made in the “Channel Search” sub-menu: Setting Options Description Search Mode Sat. (Free + Scr): Searches for all receivable satellite channels, including encoded. Sat. (Free): Searches for all unencoded satellite channels. TP (Free + Scr): Searches for all receivable channels, including encoded, on a...
  • Page 31 8BBasic settings Setting Options Description Symbol rate Enter the exact data to find the channel. Only possible in “TP“ or “NIT“ modes. Polarity Enter the exact data to find the channel. Only possible in “TP“ or “NIT“ modes. Enter the exact data to find the channel.
  • Page 32: Child Lock/Pin-Code

    8BBasic settings Child lock/PIN-Code The following settings can be made in the “Setup Child lock” sub-menu: • Set the child lock (menu block), • Change the password At the works the PIN Code “1234“ has been pre-set. To call up a protected menu, the PIN code must be entered at the prompt.
  • Page 33: Changing Time Settings

    8BBasic settings Changing time settings The following settings can be changed in the “Time Settings” sub-menu: Setting Options Description Local time Enter the current time in the following format: DD;MM;YYYY – Day – HH:mm. Sleep timer 0 – 180 min. Sets in 30-minute steps the time after which the receiver switches itself off.
  • Page 34: Works Settings

    8BBasic settings Works settings Here, the receiver settings are returned to the original works settings as at delivery. All settings undertaken subsequently and any stored data will be erased. Call up the “Works Settings” sub-menu. Select “Yes” if the receiver is to be returned to the works settings. Select “No”...
  • Page 35: Operation

    9BOperation Operation Basic operating steps Switching between radio and TV modes If located in a menu, leave using the “EXIT” button.. To change between radio mode and TV mode, press either the “TV” button or the “RADIO” button. Selecting a channel To change to the previous or subsequent channel, press the arrow buttons “...
  • Page 36: Additional Functions

    9BOperation Additional functions Display additional information The following information regarding the current channel can be displayed: • Channel (Name, position, settings, title of programme) • Brief description of contents To display additional information on the screen, press the “INFO” button. Each time the button is pressed the displayed information changes.
  • Page 37 9BOperation Using the selection menu The list of stations in the selection menu can be sorted or selected according to various criteria. The list of stations of all satellites received or those of a certain satellite can be displayed. Select the satellite in the sub-menu “Sat” using the arrow buttons “...
  • Page 38 9BOperation Programme news To display additional information regarding • The current programme, • The following programme or • The programme of the selected station Press the “EPG” button during operation. This function can only be used if the selected station supports it.
  • Page 39: On-Screen User Interface

    9BOperation The following language options can be set: Menu option Option Sound channel 1 of 1 (depending on station) 2 (depending on station) Mono Stereo Mono left Mono right Level Normal High Language Selected language will be displayed (depending on station) Sub-title Show or hide sub-titles (depending on station) Select the desired setting using the arrow buttons “...
  • Page 40: Moving Around The Menus And Sub-Menus

    9BOperation Moving around the menus and sub-menus To switch between the menu options, press the arrow buttons “ " and “ " or “ " and “ " on the remote control. Please read the messages at the bottom of the screen. The menu option selected will be displayed as black text.
  • Page 41: The Menu Layout

    9BOperation The menu layout Sub-menu Menu options Programme news Radio mode/TV mode Now & Next Preview Channel Displays channels received sorted alphabetically Listing Language Menu language Games Radio Ch Logo Edit TV or radio stations Stations Move channels Select favourites Child lock On/Off Delete channel Add channel...
  • Page 42: Programme News

    9BOperation Programme news The “Programme News” sub-menu allows switching between radio and TV reception and to display information regarding the currently-received station. Select the “Programme news” sub-menu using the arrow buttons “ " or “ ": • The mode symbol “ “, to change between radio and TV mode.
  • Page 43: Language

    9BOperation Language In the “Language” sub-menu various functions can be selected: • The screen menu language can be set, • “Tetris“ or “Puzzle” games started, or • The radio logo display can be switched on or off. Highlight the desired function using the arrow buttons “ " and “...
  • Page 44: Edit Station

    9BOperation Edit station To quickly choose a station or to change the settings of stored stations, select the “Edit station” sub-menu Enter the password. This is set on delivery at “1234”. To change between radio and TV mode, using the arrow buttons “...
  • Page 45 9BOperation Selecting favourites To make selecting favourite stations easier, these can be combined in a list of favourites. Using the arrow buttons “ “ and “ “ select the option “Select favourites”. Select the desired stations using the arrow buttons “ “ and “ “. To include the station in the list of favourites, press the “OK”...
  • Page 46: Encoded "Crypto Embedded "Programme

    9BOperation Adding channels Using this menu a station can be added to the list of stations, by entering the corresponding information. Use this option only when familiar with the digital satellite technology and the necessary information is to hand. Information for the following parameters is required: •...
  • Page 47 Select the desired option using the arrow buttons” “ and “ “. To call up the desired option, press the “OK“ button. Smart Card information (“Card label and Additional Info“) If this option is selected, the following information regarding the Smart Card is displayed: • Designation (“Card Label“) •...
  • Page 48: Software Version

    9BOperation Software Version Select the “Software Version“ sub-menu. On the screen the following information will be displayed: Display Description Model name Receiver model Build date Date of manufacture Software version Current software version System Software Update RAPS Update Config Update system Software With this option the receiver’s internal software can be brought up to date.
  • Page 49 9BOperation Select the option “Yes” to install the update, or “No“, to reject the update. If the option “Yes” was selected, now go to the menu option “Works settings” on page 34 and reset the receiver. The software update is now completed. Update software from receiver to receiver The receiver’s internal software can also be updated with the help of a second receiver..
  • Page 50 9BOperation The transmission starts and the update is carried out. This process can take several minutes. To abort the transmission, press the “EXIT” button. Switch the receiver with the updated software off and wait a few seconds. Disconnect the serial cable. Switch on the receiver with the updated software again.
  • Page 51: Cleaning

    10BCleaning Cleaning Danger of electric shock! No liquid must be allowed to get into the receiver. Never clean the receiver with a wet cloth. Before cleaning disconnect the plug from the power socket. Caution! Do not use abrasive cleaning liquids such as petrol or thinners. These liquids could damage the surface of the housing, present a fire hazard, or lead to a life-threatening electric shock.
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting

    11BTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Symptom Possible cause and remedy The display does The power cable is not connected.. not light up. Plug the power cable into the power socket.. The power switch is not on. Switch the receiver on. No sound or picture, The receiver is in Standby mode.
  • Page 53: Disposal

    12BDisposal Disposal On no account dispose of the digital satellite receiver in normal domestic waste. Local authorities will be able to advise on the most environmentally-friendly method of disposing of the equipment. Hand old batteries in at an appropriate collecting point.
  • Page 54: Technical Data

    13BTechnical Data Technical Data Technical Data Receiver Dimensions (L × B × H) 270 x 60 x 100 mm Weight (without packaging) 1.6 kg Operating temperature 0 ºC to +40 ºC Storage temperature –40 ºC to +65 ºC LNB/Tuner input F-socket IEC 169–24 Input frequency range...
  • Page 55 13BTechnical Data Power consumption Max. 30 W Power supply 90 – 250 V alternating current, 50/60 Hz Connections on the rear panel Audio L/R 2 x RCA Cinch Digital Audio output (S/PDIF) 1 x RCA Cinch, 1 x optical Data interface 9-pole, D-sub Digital Tuner Input IEC 169-24...
  • Page 56: Raps

    14BRAPS RAPS What is RAPS? All currently-transmitted TV and radio channels are already stored on the receiver on delivery. RAPS (Receiver Automatic Programme Search) updates the list of channels and allows the automatic addition of new channels or the deletion of discontinued channels. RAPS saves the effort of seeking and programming these changes.
  • Page 57 14BRAPS RAPS date receiver: Date of RAPS listing stored on the receiver. Date: Date of the current RAPS listing available via satellite. Satellites: Number of satellites integrated in the RAPS listing. Transponder: Number of transponders integrated in the RAPS listing. Channels: Number of channels available in the RAPS listing.
  • Page 58 14BRAPS Tuning in local TV stations In the following menu option a decision for a regional TV channel is required. In Germany that would be the regional third channels. If the choice falls on the listing for Austria, then the ORF-2 regional channel (e.g.
  • Page 59: Switching The Automatic Check Of The Raps Listing On And Off

    14BRAPS Switching the automatic check of the RAPS listing on and off RAPS is set, so that after switching-on the receiver automatically checks if a new RAPS listing with changed transmitter data is available. The check lasts about 15 seconds. The check can be stopped by pressing the “EXIT”...
  • Page 60: Subsequent Alteration Of The Raps Settings

    14BRAPS “RAPS Date Receiver“ (listing on the receiver) and “Date“ (newest listing) are different, the RAPS listing has changed. In this case, carry out an update as follows: Press the “OK” button to load the new listing onto the receiver. Proceed as described above.
  • Page 61: Service

    00 49 7724 / 94 78 333 E-Mail: info@smart-electronic.de Internet: www.smart-electronic.de Warranty The guarantee for the Smart digital satellite receiver manufactured by WELA electronic Handels GmbH & Co. KG is in line with the legal requirements at the time of purchase.
  • Page 62: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity WELA electronic Handels GmbH & Co. KG hereby declares that this product conforms to the following guidelines and standards: Low-voltage guideline 73/23/EWG • EN 60 335-1 • EN 60 335-2-15 Guideline pertaining to electro-magnetic tolerance 89/336/EWG • EN 55 013:2001 •...

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