Before You Begin; Safety Instructions; Specification - Technomate TM-500 User Manual

1. Before You Begin

1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read the safety instructions carefully before using the TM-500/600.
The Manufacturer takes no responsibility for incorrect handling of the
TM-500/600.
For sufficient ventilation, leave enough space.
If unused for a prolonged amount of time, turn the power OFF.
Do not cover the TM-500/600's ventilation openings with items such as newspapers,
tablecloths, curtains etc.
Do not expose the TM-500/600 to liquid, moisture, direct sunlight and extreme
weather.
Do not place open flame sources, such as lighted candles, near or on the
TM-500/600.
Do not place any containers with liquid, such as vases, on the TM-500/600.
Do not connect or modify cables while the TM-500/600 is connected to the power.
Do not remove the cover. Risk of electric shock!
Do not touch the TM-500/600 with wet hands. Risk of electric shock!
Do not put any metal items into the slots or ventilation openings.
Please disconnect your TM-500/600 from the main power during thunder or heavy
storms.
Disconnect the main power cable if the power cord is damaged.
Cleaning: Disconnect the main power cord before cleaning the cover. Use a slightly
damp cloth without cleaning agents.
Connect the TM-500/600 only to suitable sockets. Do not allow overloads to occur.
The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible.
WARNING!
Modifications and changes to the TM-500/600 lead to loss of warranty.
We recommend that hard disk installation is undertaken by your local
dealer.
Incorrect hard disk & software installation leads to loss of warranty.
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1.2 SPECIFICATION

Fully DVB compliant
Linux open source ; Standard Linux API
Getting various Linux applications
252MHz IBM PowerPC Processor (350MIPS)
Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD) support for PVR (TM-600)
Stream & Record to your PC via Ethernet
10/100M Ethernet interface
40/72MB SDRAM Memory (TM-500/600)
8/16MB Flash Memory (TM-500/600)
1x Smart Card Reader
S/PDIF interface (Optical) for Dolby bit stream out
Sharp Tuner (2~45 Msps, SCPC scan)
Firmware/Software upgrade through: Serial (RS232C), Ethernet & Internet
Unlimited TV/Radio channel storage
Very quick channel change time ; < 1 second
Support multiple LNB switching control & motor control (DiSEqC 1.0, 1.1, 1.2 & 1.3)
Full automatic satellite/service scan
Smart Electronic Program Guide (EPG)
OSD & VBI Teletext
Variable aspect ratio (4:3, 16:9)
25 OSD Language menu
Programmable event timer
Subtitle
Parental Control
C & Ku band reception
Video Out: RGB, CVBS, YPbPr selectable
3x USB (TM-600)
RF Modulator
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