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8. Troubleshooting 8.1 Poor image quality 8.2 Application is stuck or not working 8.3 Scan did not locate a TV channel 8.4 I receive a “no signal” message 8.5 Application does not recognize the device 8.6 I cannot connect to Meron’s WIFi 8.7 While using Meron, TV reception suddenly stops...
1. About SianoTV Accessories Family The SianoTV accessories family is comprised of two products, the Carmel and the Meron. • The Carmel is a 30-pin accessory that enables viewing live free-to-air TV content on iPhones and iPads. • The Meron is a WiFi accessory that enables viewing live free-to-air TV content on Androids, iPhones and iPads.
2.2.2 Requirements • For iPhones and iPads - iOS 5.1.X or newer • For Androids - Android 4.0.3 or newer 3. Safety Instructions PLEASE READ THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE CARMEL OR THE MERON. 1. Read this entire manual to ensure proper usage. 2. Keep this User Manual handy for future reference. 3.
4.2 Meron Package Contents • Meron mobile TV receiver • Miniature telescopic antenna • Charging cable • Zippered personal carry bag with clip NOTE: Meron is not equipped with a charging device; to charge the Meron, use the charger provided with your smartphone, tablet, etc.
SianoTV also enables users to listen to major (local) radio stations. 6.2 EPG The EPG (Electronic Programming Guide) can support up to 7 days of TV programming depending upon the country/region. Detailed information can be viewed for each program in the guide. 6.3 Auto-scan The application automatically selects the country using location services. If location services are disabled, country selection can be made prior to the auto-scan.
6.4 Location Users can create locations for each auto-scan. When traveling, users can select a previous location without having to perform an additional auto-scan. The channels list can be sorted manually and locations can be renamed...
6.5 Record User can create recordings from live TV. Recordings are stored on the device and can be played back at a later time. Pausing and scrubbing are also supported. 6.6 Subtitles DVB-T subtitles are supported. Subtitles can be switched on/off when viewing live TV and when playing back recorded programs. 6.7 Audio Users can choose from a selection of audio tracks if supported by the broadcast. Audio can be switched on/off when viewing live TV and when playing back recorded programs.
6.8 Zoom The application supports up to five different zoom levels depending on the original resolution and aspect ratio of the broadcast. The following zoom modes are supported: 1x, 1.5x, 2x, Standard, and Fill. 6.9 Volume Control Users can control the volume from inside the player while viewing live TV and when playing back recorded programs.
7. Operation 7.1 Activate SianoTV 1. Install “SianoTV” from the “App Store.” 2. Locate the App’s icon from the applications on your iPad or iPhone and press SianoTV. 3.Select “Live TV”, and press TV channels.
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4. Watch digital TV. 5. To switch from one channel to another, swipe fingertips over the screen either right or left.
7.2 Time Shift 1. Users can watch TV programs that have been played and recorded to the hard drive by moving the time shift cursor to the left. 2. The cursor will display the time shift bar. Slide the bar to the left. Requested program will start within a few seconds. ...
3. SianoTV enables users to customize the Time Shift buffer. This can be done by sliding the time shift buffer slider as shown below. 7.3 Record TV Program 1. To record a TV program, touch the screen and press the Record icon. ...
2. After the program has been recorded, the file will be saved to “Recordings”. 7.4 Play Recorded TV Program 1. Select “Recordings” to display the recorded TV programs. Press “Recordings” and select the desired program.
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2. To view another program, press the program from the list, then select “Play Now”. 3. The recorded TV program can now be viewed.
3. The application is scanning. If the application does not respond, return to the Windows program and start again or use the application in an area with less interference. 7.6 Special Features 1. Enjoy SianoTV’s unique “split screen” option – watch live TV and access the Internet simultaneously. To use this feature, you must position the iPhone or iPad vertically. Press the “Earth” icon the bottom left of the screen. This will divide (split) the screen into two screens.
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2. The Live TV screen automatically moves to the top half of the display and a web browser opens in bottom half of the display. To close the split screen option and return to the Live TV screen only, press the “X” icon on the bottom left of the screen. 3. SianoTV offers a “Play Audio in Background” feature. This feature allows users to continue listening to the audio from SianoTV while running the SianoTV app in the background. This feature can be enabled/ disabled by swiping the ON/OFF button as shown in the screen below.
8.2 Application is stuck or is not working • Carmel: Close the application, disconnect, connect the Carmel again and open the application • Meron: Close the application, turn off the Meron, reconnect to the WiFI and open the application again 8.3 Scan did not locate a TV channel • Try to improve the antenna location (near a window if possible) • If you are using the Carmel, try and switch to the table antenna 8.4 I get a “no signal” message • Try to improve the antenna location (near a window if possible)
SianoTV Support Center Need Help? Contact the Carmel/Meron team: Email: TVSolutions-Support@siano-ms.com For more information, visit the website: www.siano-ms.com/tvsolutions...
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