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FREEVIEW HD TV recorder ™ T2-HD 217 PVR 500GB Recording up to approx. 250hrs for SD recording or 125hrs for HD services. Part No. 305201 OPERATING MANUAL Check you can get FREEVIEW HD in your area. Text your postcode, followed by your house number or name to 80560*. Or visit www.FREEVIEW.co.uk *e.g.
The examples used throughout this manual are based on the T2-HD 217 model. Dear Triax customer Thank you for purchasing the TRIAX T2-HD 217 (FREEVIEW™ HD TV recorder). To ensure safety and many years of trouble-free operation, please read the Important Safety Precautions carefully before using this product.
Introduction Important Safety Precautions • Cleaning - Unplug the AC power adapter from the AC outlet before cleaning the product. Use a damp cloth to clean the product. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. • Use a soft damp cloth to gently wipe the product when it is dirty. To protect the product, do not use a chemical cloth to clean it.
Introduction Remote Control Unit LIBRARY Opens the library screen where your recordings are stored MUTE Volume on/off NUMBER PAD Select the channel number directly by entering LIBRARY MUTE its number. Set the page in digital text mode Use to record a programme and schedule recordings PLAYBACK CONTROLS Play, Pause, Stop, Fast Forward, Rewind, Jump Forward / Back...
Introduction Receiver (Front View) CHANNEL UP LED LINEAR DISPLAY CHANNEL DOWN STANDBY BUTTON Receiver (Rear View) RF IN (Antenna in) RF OUT (Antenna out) TV (SCART) SPDIF (Digital audio output) USB terminal - For service only ETHERNET port - for future services HDMI socket ™...
Preparation Inserting the batteries Before using the Receiver for the first time, insert the two supplied “AAA” size zinc-carbon batteries. When the batteries become depleted and the remote control unit fails to operate, replace the batteries with new “AAA” size batteries. Open the battery cover.
Quick Guide Initial installation overview Follow the steps below one by one when using the Receiver for the first time Run the Preparation Watch TV Initial Settings Connect the antenna Turn on the standy button Congratulations! cable to the RF IN on the Receiver (Page 10) You can now watch TV terminal (Page 9)
HDMI OPTICAL RS-232 Connect the antenna (IEC 169-2) 75 Ω coaxial cable, CAI Benchmarked cable such as Triax TX100 Connect the HDMI cable Connect the power adaptor and switch on at the socket Initial auto installation When the Receiver is powered on for the first time, the First Time Installation screen appears.
Watching TV Daily operation Switching On / Off Switching Between Channels Standby mode Switch between the current channel and the previous channel by pressing LAST. Each press • Select Standby mode of the LAST button will toggle between the current channel and the previous channel If the receiver is switched on, you can switch it to standby by pressing on the...
Watching TV Channel list Basic Operation Set a channel as a favourite. You can set a channel as a favourite for quick access. All favourite channels will be • Display / Close the Channel List displayed in the favourites list. Press on the remote control while watching Press /...
The Guide Window This programme has Navigation AD))) audio description This programme is broadcast You can open the guide window by pressing the with Dolby Digital button on the remote control. The guide GUIDE shows you all of the programmes and channels This programme is broadcast available for the next 8 days.
Watching TV Recording a Programme To set a series link, choose the programme to Pausing Live TV be recorded in the Guide window and press the record button. This function is very useful if you are watching You will be asked whether you want to record a programme and are interrupted.
Watching TV Recording a Programme To View Scheduled Recordings Recording Clashes If you try to record more than two programmes or Select Menu and choose Scheduled view a third channel at the same time, you will see Recordings a warning screen with a list of options for you to While in the Scheduled Recordings window: choose.
The Library Window Navigation You can open the library window by pressing This is a split event the LIBRARY button on the remote control. programme (in 2 parts) SPLIT This shows all of your recorded programmes. Use the and buttons to select each This programme has subtitles programme.
The Library Window Watching a Recording Protecting a Recording Programmes that have finished recording are You can protect a recording from being marked as ‘Recorded’. accidentally deleted by protecting it. Use the buttons to select a Use the buttons to select a programme you want to watch.
Menu Operation What is the Main Menu? • You need to call up the On Screen Display (OSD) to perform settings for the Receiver. The OSD for the settings is called “MAIN MENU” • The “MAIN MENU” enables various settings and adjustments. Selecting a menu Basic Operation or sub menu Press / to select one of the Display the main menu options.
Basic Adjustment AV Settings SCART Output Adjusts the video signal type when the Receiver is connected to your TV using a SCART cable. Item This selects an RGB video signal type. The video signal will be split into separate red, green and blue signals to provide the best picture quality.
Basic Adjustment AV Settings Audio Description Some programmes are broadcast with audio Menu Transparency descriptions (AD) which provides a voice-over describing visual information such as scenery, body language and facial expressions. This function allows you to adjust the Press AD on the remote control unit to toggle transparency of the OSD’s.
Basic Adjustment Languages Audio Language This function allows you to set the default audio language to English, Welsh, Gaelic or Irish. Selecting Audio Languages Press on the remote control unit AUDIO to toggle switch between the available audio languages. Subtitle Language NOTE •...
Basic Adjustment Parental control Allow Parental Changes Parental Settings PIN This setting chooses if you want to allow access The Parental Control feature allows you to to the parental menu without entering a PIN. prevent accidental changes being made to the The default setting is that you must enter a PIN.
Basic Adjustment Freeview+ Auto Disk Management Default Recording Mode This setting chooses if you want to enter a PIN This setting chooses the default recording mode. before watching a recording that has guidance You can set the HD Digital TV Recorder to always information.
Basic Adjustment General Upgrade Software This function allows you to control when software upgrades are installed. Item Automatic The receiver will automatically install software upgrades when available Manual The receiver will display a message allowing you to confirm or cancel the software upgrade Auto Standby This function allows you to automatically switch...
Basic Adjustment Manually tuning channels Manual Tune First Time Installation You can manually tune new services after the first This function allows you to perform a first time time installation has been completed. installation. Press Menu on your remote control From the Menu options on screen, select Settings Then select General...
What is...? Digital Text? Some channels are broadcast with digital text which contains pages of information and entertainment. News, weather, sports information, stock exchange prices and programme previews are among the many services. Accessing digital text Select a channel which broadcasts digital text. Press or the button.
Helpline on 01443 778908 + Option 5 to obtain service or advice (Normal operator charges apply). Alternatively you can email us at: technical@triax.co.uk. In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the guarantee period, you will need to provide proof of purchase to your point of sale.
42 x 257 x 157 (mm) (H x W xD) Triax reserves the right to change the specifications without prior notification. Triax accept no liability in respect of loss arising from errors in or changes to the information provided. PIN CODE Reminder NOTE You need to insert the PIN code here and refer it to the pages in the manual where this is covered.
The copyrights for the software components and various relevant documents included with this product that were developed or written by TRIAX are owned by TRIAX UK LTD and are protected by the Copyright Act, international treaties, and other relevant laws. This product also makes use of freely distributed software and software components whose copyrights are held by third parties.
Appendix End of life disposal A. Information on Disposal for Users (private households) In the European Union Attention: If you want to dispose of this equipment, please recycle. Used electrical and electronic equipment must be treated separately and in accordance with legislation that requires proper treatment, recovery and Attention: recycling of used electrical and electronic equipment.
This process is happening TV region by TV region. To continue using this HD TV receiver during and following digital switchover you will need to ‘re-tune’ your T2-HD 217 PVR. Users of this product will need to ‘re-tune’ on at least 2 different occasions (normally around 1 month apart) when switchover happens in your TV region.
The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this operating manual. Triax UK Ltd disclaims any liability for incidental or consequential damages. This guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
Company Address: Abergorki Industrial Estate, Treorchy, Rhondda-Cynon-Taff CF42 6DL, UK Triax T2-HD 217 PVR, Part Number 305201. Object of the Declaration: The object of the declaration described above is in conformity with the requirements of the following documents: Low voltage directive 2006/95/EC...
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The FREEVIEW service is subject to coverage. An aerial upgrade may be required. The FREEVIEW, FREEVIEW+, FREEVIEW HD and FREEVIEW+ HD words and logos are trade marks of DTV Services LTD. DTV Services Ltd 2002, 2008.