DIGIFUSION FVRT150 User Manual

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FVRT150
Digital Video Recorder
User Guide
Revolutionise the way you watch and record TV

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  • Page 1 FVRT150 Digital Video Recorder User Guide Revolutionise the way you watch and record TV...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction Packing contents Installation and Safety Product Overview Front panel Rear Panel Remote Control Getting Started Connections to TV/Video Storing Freeview Channels Changing TV Channels Using the DVR MultiGuide™ Contents DVR Terms and Phrases Perform Key Functions Record and Playback Onscreen TV Listings Guide Favourite Channels Set TV Programme Reminders...
  • Page 3 Contents Set Personal Reminders Subtitles/Audio Language Picture Format Child Lock Sleep Timer Interactive Services Scart Configuration Service Updates Technical Information Identifying Faults Product Information...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    Introduction The Digifusion FVRT150 Digital Video Recorder will completely change the way you watch and record TV, giving you greater choice and control of watching programmes when it suits you. Now you can access all digital TV channels & radio stations available with Freeview, and store hours of your favourite TV onto the product so you’ll always have something to watch:...
  • Page 5 If you do not know of a local aerial installer, please call the Confederation of Aerial Industries (www.cai.org.uk) on 0208 902 8998 who will be able to recommend one. *TV Listings subject to coverage If you have any product queries, please call the Digifusion Customer Helpline on 08702 405005 or email support@fusiondigitec.com...
  • Page 6: Packing Contents

    Packing Contents FVRT150 Digital Video Recorder 2 batteries, 1.5V (AAA) Remote control User Guide Power Supply In addition you will need: • 1 or 2 Scart cables (for TV/VCR connection) • RF lead (for aerial loop thru) Installation and Safety Please read all the safety instructions before first use of your unit.
  • Page 7 Installation and Safety Avoid extremes of temperature, either hot or cold. Place your unit well away from heat sources such as radiators or gas/electric fires. Do not place the unit on surfaces such as cloth, carpet, sponge etc. Make sure that no naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, are placed on top of the unit. If the unit is exposed to drastic temperature changes, for example when taking it from a cold to a warm place, let it stand at the new place for at least two hours before connecting it to the mains adaptor.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Product Overview Indicates remote control activity Indicates number of channels currently recording (2 maximum) Front Panel Front Panel Controls: Switch in and out of standby Light shines brightly Moves channel down Indicates current DVR activity: when DVR is in standby Moves channel up Clock: DVR is in standby mode / Channel number / PLAY: Recorded programme Light dims when DVR is on...
  • Page 9: Remote Control

    Remote Control Switch the receiver in and out of standby Switch TV audio on and off (mute) VOL+ Increase audio volume VOL- Decrease audio volume CH+ Change channel up CH- Change channel down 0-9 Numeric keys for input of channel number Text Enter/exit digital text services Cancel Return to previous menu screen TV/AV Switch between VCR loopthrough and DVR output mode...
  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Getting Started How to connect your TV and DVR How to connect your TV, DVR and VCR/DVD Connect your TV aerial cable to the RF IN input on the rear of the DVR. SCART and RF leads (not supplied) are connected as in the diagrams as shown above.
  • Page 11 Getting Started Connecting the Power Cable Plug the power cord supplied into the POWER IN socket on the back of the unit. Insert the power plug into the wall socket. Caution: The only way to disconnect the DVR from the mains supply is to pull the plug from the wall socket. The power plug must be disconnected from the main supply before the cord is plugged in to the POWER IN socket.
  • Page 12 Getting Started Once the DVR has been connected to the mains and the TV, the “Welcome” screen will be displayed on the TV. If this doesn’t appear, press TV/AV or channel 0 on your TV remote. Weekly TV listings will not be available until the DVR has been installed and powered on overnight to receive an initial download.
  • Page 13: Changing Tv Channels

    Getting Started Storing and Adding Freeview Channels You may need to re-store channels, for example, if a new channel is launched or your aerial is realigned. Press Menu on the remote, use to select ‘Set Up’ and press to enter. to select ‘Full Channel Search’...
  • Page 14: Using The Dvr

    Using the DVR MultiGuide™ Contents Find your way around the MultiGuide™ quickly and easily Guide Access today’s TV Listings Setup Access DVR configuration settings and features Calendar View TV listings for the week ahead Set/view personal reminders Record Access the record list – includes current recordings and programmes scheduled to be recorded Record programmes manually View the amount of storage space used on the hard disk Library...
  • Page 15: Dvr Terms And Phrases

    Using the DVR DVR Terms and Phrases The DVR allows you to watch and record TV in a completely new way. To help you understand and operate its functionality, please become familiar with the following terms and functions. Hard Disk A hard disk drive is built in to the DVR to enable you to record and store programming so you no longer need to record to videotapes.
  • Page 16: Recording Icons

    Using the DVR Pause and Rewind Live TV When the DVR is switched on, it automatically records up to the last 30 minutes of the channel it has been tuned to. This allows you to: Pause the programme you are watching (for up to 30 minutes), then continue watching the programme from exactly the same point at which you left.
  • Page 17 Using the DVR Fast Forward Press to fast forward a recorded programme. Pressing this button repeatedly doubles the fast forward speed as indicated on screen (up to x64 max). Press to skip forward scenes (in 5 minute intervals) whilst watching in playback mode. Press to skip directly to live TV whilst watching in delayed live mode.
  • Page 18 Using the DVR Pause Live TV Press to pause live TV. The programme will be paused for up to 30 minutes. Press to continue watching the programme in delayed live mode. Press to skip forward to live TV again. Instant Rewind Live TV Press to rewind the current programme you are watching, or press to skip back scenes.
  • Page 19 Using the DVR Recording with the DVR There are various ways in which you can record, depending on when the programme is scheduled to be broadcast. Record Programmes Now Showing (One Touch Recording) Record programmes now showing quickly and easily by pressing just one button on the remote Go to the correct channel and press The recording icon will be displayed at the top left hand corner of the TV screen and the programme details will appear in the ‘Record’...
  • Page 20 Using the DVR Recording Programmes Showing Today Press Guide on the remote to view today’s programme listings to highlight the desired programme. Press Green to record - you will then be taken to the ‘Record’ section of the MultiGuide™. to alter recording details and to select options.
  • Page 21 Using the DVR Manual Recording You may want to set the DVR to record manually e.g. if no TV listings for that particular programme are displayed in the Guide. Press Menu on the remote, use to highlight ‘Record’ and press to enter.
  • Page 22: Recording Conflict

    Using the DVR It is advisable to slightly increase the duration of the programme to allow for minor changes to the schedule. This can be achieved by altering the start and end times of each recording. To return to watching TV: Press Menu to select a sub-menu at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 23 Using the DVR Playback Recorded Programmes All recorded programmes are listed in the on screen Library. Press Library on your remote to display a list of recorded programmes, with the most recent recording appearing first. to scroll through the list to view all recordings. When the programme title is highlighted, snapshot images are displayed below that index the recording into 5 minute intervals or scenes for quick and easy navigation - the scene number and duration into each programme are also indicated.
  • Page 24 Using the DVR Delete Programmes Press Library on your remote to view all recorded programmes currently saved. to highlight the programme you wish to delete, press Red and then Green.to confirm. This programme will be permanently deleted from the DVR. To delete all programmes stored on the hard disk, see Technical Information page 35.
  • Page 25 Using the DVR Weekly TV Listings Guide View the latest TV listings for the two weeks ahead for all available digital channels. Channel 704 “4TV Interactive” must appear in your channel line-up in order for you to receive weekly TV listings. Press Guide on the remote to display programme listings by channel.
  • Page 26 Using the DVR Advanced TV Listings ™ View TV listings for the week ahead quickly and easily using the Calendar feature in the Multi Guide Press Calendar on the remote to launch the TV Calendar. Days with advanced TV listings available are highlighted. In order to receive the latest TV listing updates, please leave your DVR in standby mode every night.
  • Page 27 Using the DVR Favourite Channels Store your Favourite channels to navigate your way around quickly, easily and avoid browsing channels that you don’t wish to view. Press Menu on your remote, select ‘Set Up’ using and press to enter. to highlight ‘Select Favourites’ and press To select a favourite channel, use to scroll through the channel list and press select - a check mark...
  • Page 28 Using the DVR Reorder Channels Move channels to different locations in the channel list so your favourite channels appear first. Press Menu, then use on the remote to select ‘Set Up’ and press to enter. to select ‘Select Favourites’ and press Highlight the channel(s) you wish to move by using Press Blue on your remote to select the channel and then continue using the cursor keys to move it to the desired location.
  • Page 29 Using the DVR Personal Reminders ™ Set personal reminders for appointments or anniversaries through the TV Calendar in the Multi Guide Press Calendar on the remote. Use Red and Green to select a month and use to select the date you wish for a reminder to be set. The date will then be highlighted.
  • Page 30 Using the DVR Subtitles To display subtitles whilst watching TV, simply press SUB on the remote. To clear subtitles, press SUB again. Programmes can be recorded to include subtitles however this does take up more storage space (future option). Press Menu, use to highlight SETUP and press Scroll down to SELECT FEATURES and press...
  • Page 31 Using the DVR Audio Language Select your preferred audio language Press Menu to highlight SETUP and press Scroll down to ‘Select Features’ and press to enter. Highlight ‘AUDIO LANGUAGE’ and use to adjust the preferred audio language settings available: If the programme broadcast carries the optional audio language you have chosen, you will hear that language. Otherwise, you will only be able to listen in the default language.
  • Page 32 Using the DVR Picture Format Depending on the format of your TV screen, you may wish to view programmes either in • 4:3 full screen • 4:3 letterbox • 16:9 widescreen Press Menu, use to highlight SETUP and press to enter. Scroll down to ‘Select Features’...
  • Page 33 Using the DVR Child Lock Use the Child Lock to create viewing restrictions on all available channels for a specified time period e.g. from 9PM until 6AM. Once the Child Lock is activated, a Personal Identification Number (PIN) must be entered to view the TV channels.
  • Page 34: Sleep Timer

    Using the DVR Sleep Timer Set the DVR to turn itself off. Once set, a warning message will be displayed in the last 30 seconds before the DVR shuts down to allow you to cancel. Press Menu, use to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press to enter.
  • Page 35 Using the DVR Interactive Services Interactive services are currently available on some channels indicated by a red button icon on the broadcast. To enter interactive services, either press Red or Text according to on-screen instructions. If you do not wish to operate interactive services through your receiver, you can turn this functionality off. Press Menu, use to highlight SETUP and press to enter.
  • Page 36 Using the DVR Scart Configuration You may need to configure your SCART settings according to your TV and VCR configurations for improved picture quality. The mute and volume control functions do not operate on the VCR/Scart output. Press Menu, use to highlight ‘Setup’...
  • Page 37 Using the DVR Technical Information Check technical settings and format the hard disk drive Press Menu, use to highlight ‘Setup’ and press to enter. Scroll down using to ‘Technical Features’ and press Hardware, Software and Bootloader version numbers If you encounter problems with your DVR, you may be required to provide this information to a service call operator. Hard Disk Usage This informs you of the amount of hard disk capacity used on your DVR from storing programmes.
  • Page 38: Identifying Faults

    Impairment can also be caused by leads having been accidentally pulled out or worn out batteries in the remote control. If the following measures do not bring about satisfactory results, consult your local electrical retailer or call the Digifusion Customer Helpline on 08702 405005. Fault...
  • Page 39: Product Information

    Fault Suggested Remedy A compressed recording appears to have a slightly • This is due to the reduction in quality inherent in the compression process and is normal ‘blocky’ picture Programmes appear to be later than expected • The channel may be in time shift mode, press the ‘go to live’ button (uI) or place unit into standby and back again A recording has missed the start and end •...
  • Page 40 Eye to Eye with cutting-edge TV technology Customer Helpline t: 08702 405 005 e: support@fusiondigitec.com Fusion Digital Technology Ltd. www.fusiondigitec.com © Fusion Digital Technology Ltd. 2003 Product design and specification is subject to change or modification without prior notice. All trademarks gratefully acknowledged. FREEVIEW and the FREEVIEW logo are trade marks of DTV Services Ltd and are used under licence.

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