Safety Information CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO AVOID THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT OPEN. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to aler t the user to the presence of uninsulated "...
Important Safeguards These impor tant safeguard messages will help ensure your enjoyment and proper use of the HD-STB and accessories. Please read them carefully before you begin to operate your HD-STB product. 1. Read and Retain this User's Guide This User's Guide should be read before the HD-STB is operated and retained for future reference.
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Important Safeguard 7. Keep Away from Moisture Do not use HD-STB near water or in wet areas such as near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like. Caution: Maintain electrical safety, Power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the CE listing mark or C-Tick cer tification mark on the accessory itself and should not be modified to defeat...
Overview of the equipment This section summarizes HD-STB buttons, controls, and terminals. Front Panel POWER Press to turn the HD-STB on or off. DISPLAY MODE Press to change the output video display mode. MENU Activate the menu system. OK MENU -Select the items in the menu system.
Overview of the equipment Rear Panel ANT IN terminal Attach an external Antenna to this terminal. 10. TV Composite Video Output terminal (CVBS) Use this terminal with your TV Video input. 11. AUDIO 1 L/R (Analog Stereo Audio) Output terminal This terminal can be used with your TV analog audio input.
Overview of the equipment Remote Control POWER ON Turn your HD-STB On. Change your Remote Controller to TV mode. Change your Remote Controller to VCR mode. 0~9 (Number Button) Direct change the desired channel. To change the channel, simply press desired channel number. The button operation should be less than 2 seconds between button pressing.
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Overview of the equipment 5. PgUp (STB Mode) In the menu system, move up item list by page. 6. CH+/CH- Change the TV/HDTV's analog channel / Change the STB's digital channel. 7. PREV (Previous Channel - STB mode) Go to the previous watched channel. 8.
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Overview of the equipment 24. MUTE Activate TV/HDTV's mute operation. 25. OK (STB Mode) Confirm current menu item selection. 26. Left / Right In the menu system, move the cursor left or right. 27. MENU (STB Mode) Enter STB menu. Whilst in the STB menu, this key also functions as the BACK key. 28.
Overview of the equipment Installing the remote control batteries Cautions: Always replace batteries in pairs of the same brand. Do not mix batteries from different brands or use an old and a new battery. Replace old or weak batteries to avoid battery leakage which can damage the remote control. Dispose old batteries thoughtfully with due respect to the environment.
Overview of the equipment seconds, the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) does not turn off, press the UP ( ) button again which tells the remote to search the next set of codes. Continue pressing and releasing UP ( ) button until the CE component (TV, VCR or DVD) turns off.
Overview of the equipment Accessories Carefully remove the HD-STB from the car ton. Check that the HD-STB has not been Damaged. The following accessories are included. Wireless Universal Two AAA (LRO3) User Manual Remote Controller size batteries A/V Cable SD A/V Cable (Yellow/White/Red) HD Video Cable (Green/Blue/Red)
Connecting your HD-STB 1. Antenna Connection HD-STB, TV and VCR antenna connection Connect IEC-Male antenna cable into HD-STB 'ANT IN' terminal. Connect VCR 'ANT IN' cable into HD-STB 'LOOP OUT' terminal. Connect VCR 'LOOP OUT' cable into TV RF IN terminal. (Refer to Fig. 1) HD-STB and TV antenna connection Connect IEC-Male antenna cable into HD-STB 'ANT IN' terminal.
Connecting your HD-STB 2. Video Connection HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connection HDMI is the new digital inter-connection standard that carries digital video & audio signals via a single cable. HD-STB HDMI output suppor ts the following 50Hz HD video modes: 1080i, 720p and 576p.
Connecting your HD-STB Connecting to a HDTV with HD YPbPr Connect YPbPr cable between HD-STB and your TV as shown in Figure 5. HD-STB YPbPr output suppor ts the following 50Hz HD video modes: 1080i, 720p and 576p. SD via YPbPr is not suppor ted. 1.
Connecting your HD-STB This HD-STB simultaneous output the HD Video and SD Video. So, you can watch HD Video and recording SD Video at the same time. For the SD Video connection, please refer below diagram. Connecting to a Conventional TV with S-Video Connect a S-Video cable to the S-Video terminal on the rear of HD-STB.
Connecting your HD-STB 3. Audio Connection This HD-STB can suppor t four different options for connecting audio signals. Each of the audio connections delivers the same audio sound. You can select desired audio connection by following the Audio connection Diagrams below. Please make sure, if you are using HDMI connection, you do not need this Audio Connection.
Connecting your HD-STB 4. Display Mode Change This HD-STB suppor ts simultaneous video output of HD and SD. For HD output, it required display mode setting. This HD-STB suppor ts Native 1080i/50Hz, Native 720p/50Hz and Native 576p/50Hz. The factory default is Native 1080i/50Hz. For change the output display mode, please check up your TV suppor t display mode.
Getting Started Step 1. Unpacking and accessories. After open the gift box, you should check up and find the following items. Digital HD-STB Universal Remote Control 2 Batteries AAA (LR03) size User Manual SD A/V Cable (Yellow/White/Red) & HD Video Cable (Green/Blue/Red) If you find a missing or broken par ts, then ask your supplier or contact the service center.
Getting Started Step 8. Install Remote Control battery and Universal Code setting. Install Remote Control battery. The battery has polarity so when inser t the batteries, make sure the + and - terminals are oriented correctly. The mode selection buttons are TV, VCR, DVD and STB.
Using the MENU System From here you can adjust whole setting and function of HD-STB. If you press the MENU button, the menu screen will display. You can move up and down using UP or DOWN button in the menu system. Press OK or RIGHT button to select the items.
Using the MENU System SD Output Aspect Ratio You can select best fitting display mode for your SD TV screen. This function is available only Composite Video and S-Video output when the 16:9 source is coming from Broadcaster. The 16:9 format is the standard mode for most wide TV screens.
Using the MENU System 2. Channel Setup From here you can adjust Favourite Setup settings or channel search concerning your TV. After automatic channel scan, you can assign whole scanned channels to TV Favourite List or Radio Favourite List. You can change channel list mode by pressing LIST button or FAV button. Channel Favourites You can assign any scanned channel to TV Favourite List / Radio Favourite List.
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Using the MENU System Automatic Channel Scan From here, the HD-STB will perform automatic scan the whole channel frequency for available digital channels. It will take several minutes. In the process of Automatic Channel Scan, the searched channel will memorize to the internal memory.
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Using the MENU System Test Reception You can review your aerial signal strength using this menu. In this menu, you can check up the Network Name, COFDM Parameters, Signal Strength and Signal Quality. Press MENU to display the menu. Press DOWN to select the Channel Setup menu. Press OK or RIGHT to enter Channel Setup menu.
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Using the MENU System 3. Access & Timer Setup Program Blocking Level You can setup channel blocking level with this item. If current channel having a lower level than Program Blocking Level which you setting up previously then the display will be blanked and shows blocked message with OSD. Whenever you enter Program Blocking Level menu, HD-STB always asking you PIN code.
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Using the MENU System Wake-up Timer You can setup the Wake-up Timer for automatic turn on the HD-STB. When the setting up time is reached, the HD-STB will automatic turn on and display setting up channel. This Wake-up Timer is operating daily. You can refer current time upper side right of the OSD.
Using the MENU System 4. System Setup From here you can setup Time Zone, Auto power off, Factory Reset and check up the HD STB's system information Time Zone From here you can setup the Time Zone. You should select the time zone information after factory Reset.
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Using the MENU System Factory Reset The HD-STB will erase all of current setting value and go to factory default setting after Factory Reset. The HD-STB asked to confirm to Factory Reset. You should enter your PIN code. Press OK to confirm Factory Reset. The HD-STB will be restored factory default value and restar t automatically.
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Using the Remote Control Button 1. Using INFO button This HD-STB has the ability to display additional information about programs. By pressing INFO button while watching TV you will get simple program information. By pressing INFO button again, you will get the detailed NOW program information display.
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Using the Remote Control Button 10. Current Time It showed the current time. 11. Program Schedule It showed the star t and end time of program. 12. Information Contents It displayed the current program's event title information contents. Pressing INFO button again, you can see the NEXT program information.
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Using the Remote Control Button 3. Using LIST & FAV button If you press LIST or FAV button on the remote control, ALL channel list or FAV channel list will be displayed respectively. In this menu you can navigate among channel list and change the channel directly by pressing OK button.
Trouble Shooting Guide Your HD-STB is designed to give you trouble-free performance for many years. If you have a problem with your HD-STB, try the solutions listed below. Problem Possible causes What to do Check up the Power cable which is plugged in to the AC wall Power cable is not connected.
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Reception Trouble Shooting Guide After a channel scan, some channels or no channels are found Your TV antenna may not be properly connected to your digital receiver 1. Did you connect your antenna as illustrated on Page 11? The HD-STB must be the first device connected to the antenna when daisy-chaining RF input / output products such as VCRs, DVD Recorders and analog televisions.
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Reception Trouble Shooting Guide Some channels display 'Poor/No Signal' 'Check Antenna Connection' Received signal is 'too weak' (i.e.; poor quality) to generate a stable picture Please check antenna & cabling or contact your local TV antenna installer. Picture regularly breaks up on some channels The received signal may be too weak to allow the digital TV receiver to reliably 'lock' to the desired signal and generate a stable picture.
Specifications Explanation Section Detailed section VHF: 174MHz to 230MHz Terrestrial Input Signal Input Frequency UHF: 520MHz to 820MHz Transmission System DVB-T/OFDM Channel Assignment Australian Assignment Channel Bandwidth 7MHz +/- 125KHz Channel Offset Input Signal Level -90dBm ~ -20dBm Female IEC-Connector (PAL Type) Antenna Input Male IEC-Connector (PAL Type) Loop Output...
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Specifications Explanation Section Detailed section Controller Features Main CPU 32 bit RISC Upgrade via RS-232C (9 pin D-SUB connector) S/W Download Menu System Graphic User Interface Channel Memory Max. 256 Channel IR Remote Controller with Universal TV Key Remote Controller Power Power AC 180 - 250V ~...
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Remote Control Universal Code List BRAND LIST FOR TV BRAND Code List BRAND Code List ACER CITIZEN 105,109,115,116,119,142,167, ADMIRAL 130,144,170,175,209,223,297, CLARIVOX 108,186,223,224,229,295 AIKO 108,118,119,124,153,170,186, CONCORDE 207,294 CONIC AIWA 248,249,293 CONRAD 108,186 AKAI 105,108,118,124,129,153,170, CONTEC 107,108,124,152,162,166,170, 186,196,199,207,209,225,246, 277,282,284,285,286,287,288, CONTINENTAL 294,310 EDISON ALBA 107,108,124,154,186,210,223, CROWN...
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Remote Control Universal Code List BRAND Code List BRAND Code List LENCO 101,103,110,111,114,129,130, 108,124,170,186,233,256,298, 135,160,174,182 108,118,153,186,205,207,213, 108,115,124,129,153,186,207, 226,284,305,310 244,274,285,287,310,312 GENERAL Technic 124 LOEWE 108,113,186,187,246,247,271, GENESIS 272,274,275,290,297,308,313 GOLDSTAR 105,106,108,109,115,120,121, LUXMAN MAGNADYNE 124,129,134,153,160,170,186, 207,229,262,284,297,310 203,207,213,225,250,274,285, MAGNAVOX 100,102,104,105,107,108,113, 310,312 161,167,168,186,213 GOODMANS 107,108,118,124,153,161,170, MAGNUM 108,186,287,288 MANHATTAN 186,233,246,282,284,294,300,...
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Remote Control Universal Code List BRAND Code List BRAND Code List PHILCO PHILCO SINGER 100,102,104,105,108,113,129, 108,124,186,229,262,297,310 136,167,168,183,186,223,262, 108,186 SONY 274,296,297,310 106,107,108,125,130,164,172, PHILIPS 100,101,102,103,104,108,109, 185,186,229,324,326,330 113,127,128,129,186,187,213, SUPRA 115,124 225,238,240,249,297,314, TADNDY 321,327,328,329,331 TANDBERG 207,212,308,310 PHOENIX 108,118,186,274,276,297,310 TANDY 118,130,144,153,154,310 PIONEER TATUNG 108,144,146,186,187,207,274, 108,114,118,122,153,186,225, 276,280,310 PRIMA 124,142,170,196,231...
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Remote Control Universal Code List BRAND LIST FOR VCR BRAND Code List BRAND Code List ADMIRAL MOTOROLA 109,121 AIKO AIWA 100,111 112,114,115,133,138,141 AKAI 115,124,129,146,162 NIKKO ALBA 105,135,154,165,167 NOKIA 115,116,119,137,141,161,163 AMSTRAD 100,165 NORDMENDE 115,170 AUDIOVOX OLYMPUS BLAUPUNKT 108,147 ORION 101,110,139,143,150,153,154, BUSH 135,154,165 CANON PANASONIC...
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Remote Control Universal Code List BRAND LIST FOR DVD BRAND Code List BRAND Code List AIWA 116,126 ONKYO 102,112 AKAI 125,129,131,133,146,147 ORION ORITRON AMSTRAD PALSONIC 122,124 AUDIOSONIC PANASONIC 142,155 PANDA BLAUPUNKT 102,156 PHILIPS BLUE SKY 122,126,128,131 PIONEER BUSH 124,125,126,128,131,134,143, RANK ARENA 103,118 CAMBRIDGE Audio 127 ROADSTAR...
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