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Summary of Contents for MultiChoice 50645
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Selecting Services Directly ......13 Multichoice DSTV Hotlines ......29 Stepping through Services . -
Page 3: Unpacking
UNPACKING REFACE Ensure that the following items are included with the Digital Satellite The digital satellite decoder introduces exciting new technology. This Decoder (DSD): manual provides full information on how to use the decoder and enjoy the benefits of all its features. 1 x Remote Control Unit (RCU) 2 x AAA Batteries The decoder is easy to use, even for those users unfamiliar with, or... -
Page 4: Conditional Access
To insert the Smart Card, follow the instructions carefully. CONDITIONAL ACCESS Open the right hand flap on the front of the decoder (see figure) Swing the flap downwards to expose the card slot to the right of Although some satellite TV and audio services are free to air, most TV and the row of keys. -
Page 5: The Digital Satellite Decoder (Dsd)
IGITAL ATELLITE ECODER The DSD combines a high quality MPEG-2 and DVB compliant satellite receiver, with a sophisticated decoder in one package. The DSD provides all that you need to exploit the exciting new satellite services that are now available. FRONT PANEL KEYS DISPLAY Description... -
Page 6: Remote Control Unit
Remote Control Unit (RCU) Easy, quick and effortless use of the decoder is possible using the Remote Control Unit and the on-screen displays. Description Keys Switches the decoder between normal and standby modes. Used to toggle between current and last services Toggles between VCR, AU1, TV and IRD input sources when pressed once and released. -
Page 7: Getting Started
NOTE: If the TV is not tuned to the channel chosen to view the ETTING TARTED satellite services, the sequence is still the same, but the TV will not display the scanning screen. To tune the TV to the decoder services, tune the TV as per Tuning Your NOTE: Unless absolutely necessary, do not change installation, connections or decoder setup, or... -
Page 8: Adding A Modem
Tune the TV to the test signal from the VCR. Switch off the VCR decoder test pattern is clearly visible. test signal. Repeat step 8 until interference on all channels is eliminated. NOTE: After changes have been made, the decoder must not be switched off for at least 3 minutes to allow for the new setting to be saved. -
Page 9: Optional Decoder Connections
Optional Decoder Connections Satellite Decoder, M-Net Decoder, VCR, TV (using SCART or RF Interface) Introduction If several TV sets are used domestically, different TV programmes cannot There are several ways of connecting the decoder to an existing be viewed separately on each TV using just your satellite decoder. It may entertainment system. -
Page 10: Decoder, Tv (Scart Or Rf Interfaces), Hi-Fi
Decoder, TV (SCART or RF Interfaces), Hi-Fi Using a SCART-to-SCART cable (not supplied), connect the TV SCART socket on the decoder to the SCART socket on the TV. NOTE: It is recommended that you switch off the mains supply to the decoder before connecting or If the TV does not have a SCART socket, use the supplied flylead to disconnecting the LNB connector. -
Page 11: Decoder, Vcr, Tv ,Hi-Fi
Decoder, VCR , TV, Hi-Fi Follow Steps 5 and 6 if you are using SCART connectors. NOTE: It is recommended that you switch off the mains supply to the decoder before connecting or Using a SCART-to-SCART cable (not supplied), connect the TV disconnecting the LNB. -
Page 12: Decoder, Vcr, Tv, Hi-Fi (Using Rca Connectors)
Decoder, VCR, TV, Hi-Fi (using RCA Connectors) If the TV and VCR have AV connectors, connect as shown in the diagram. NOTE: It is recommended that you switch off the mains supply to the decoder before connecting or Connect the VIDEO OUT connector on the decoder to the VIDEO IN disconnecting the LNB. -
Page 13: Two Satellite Decoders, Tv (Using Aux Scart And Rf Interfaces)
Two Satellite Decoders, TV (using AUX SCART and RF Interfaces) On the first decoder, connect a second RF cable with F-type connectors (not supplied), from the LNB OUT connector to LNB IN The AUX SCART connector has audio, video (RGB) and composite connector on the second decoder. -
Page 14: Bouquet Selection
Stepping using the RCU Bouquet Selection To step through services using the RCU, do the following: The TV services are transmitted in subscribed packages called BOUQUETS, each bouquet containing a series of services. The Select the type of service required, TV or audio ( decoder has provision for several bouquets, any of which can be selected by pressing TV on the RCU, highlighting the required bouquet using the up/down arrows on the RCU , then following the on-screen... -
Page 15: Controlling The Show
Displaying Subtitles or Teletext Controlling the Show Subtitles Volume Control using the RCU Keys If subtitles are available, they are normally displayed on the screen as part of the program. NOTE: It is recommended that you first select a terrestrial channel, then set the volume on the TV to a To remove a subtitle do the following: comfortable listening level. -
Page 16: Selecting Soundtracks
Selecting Soundtracks Start and finish times of the current programme Available soundtracks, included with programmes, can be heard and Reminders selected at any time while watching a programme. Impulse Pay Per View symbol (when available) NOTE: Preferred soundtrack languages for automatic selection can be set using the menu system. -
Page 17: Extended Epg
When attempting to view them the following screen is displayed: Selecting Extended EPG provides a guide as to today’s programmes and the next 7 days, as per the following diagram: DStv (1) MNet 16/3/1998 MULTICHOICE 11:10 Today 10:30 Egoli - Plek van Goud Daaglikse Reeke... -
Page 18: Open Tv Information Bar
The procedure for setting and removing a reminder has already been DStv detailed. Today - Whole Day 16/3/1998 MULTICHOICE 11:10 Action Refer to Open TV Electronic Programme Guide page 15 or Open TV Information Bar page 17. At the right time a reminder message pops up. If... -
Page 19: Menu Navigation Route
AVIGATION OUTE Soundtrack Options Soundtrack Options PIN Code Parental Guidance Censorship Classification Change PIN Change PIN Code- Old/New Information Box Display Period Display Period (seconds) Organising Services Sort TV Services Current Order List Relocate Reset TV Services Current Order List Relocate Current Order List Sort Audio Services... -
Page 20: Using Menus
SING ENUS To use the Menu system: Ensure that the decoder is not in standby mode by pressing , if necessary. Press MENU on the RCU. The following Main Menu is displayed, which provides access to all other menus as shown in the following figure: <... -
Page 21: Changing The Parental Pin Code
Organising Services EXPLANATION SELECT MENU OPTION NOTE: Main Menu option “Organising Services” can only be selected after successfully receiving programming All scrambled programmes are Total Block information over-the-air. Before this happens the blocked “Organisation Services” option is not displayed. Can be viewed by all the family Family When the decoder receives digital satellite signals, it also receives text information about the television and audio services that are being broadcast. -
Page 22: Reset Tv Services
Reset TV Services Press OK. The Mail Messages screen is displayed. To reset the TV services to the order supplied by the Service Provider, do the following: Press OK to return to the Main Menu. Press MENU on the RCU. The front panel yellow indicator will be OFF and the mail symbol will no The Main Menu options list is displayed. -
Page 23: Lnb Setup
Press OK to activate the setting. Signal Detection The Change LNB Settings Menu is displayed. This facility is used to help final alignment of the satellite dish and to confirm Press EXIT to return to the previous menu or MENU to return to that a signal is being received from the satellite. -
Page 24: Ca Status
CA Status UHF Tuning Repeat steps 1 to 5 of the DSD Status screen (page 22). The UHF Tuning application allows the user to select a particular UHF channel for satellite viewing. Press to highlight CA Status. Repeat steps 1 to 5 for setting the TV Type (page 23). Press OK. -
Page 25: Change Modem Settings (If Fitted)
Change Modem Settings (if fitted) The Mail Menu will usually warn you that a software upgrade will take place. Software upgrades usually take place in the early morning and last approximately 9 minutes, during which time normal satellite viewing is not If a modem is installed in the decoder, the Change Modem Settings possible. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
ROUBLESHOOTING If any problems are encountered when operating the decoder, make use of the following guidelines to assist in solving the problem. The decoder will automatically detect and diagnose many decoder and transmission related problems. Where possible, the errors will be communicated via messages on the TV screen and/or the decoder display panel. - Page 27 Troubleshooting Decoder Message or Display on TV Possible Cause Remedies Front Panel Screen Error Dot (red) E05 Unknown Card The Smart Card is not applicable Reinsert the Smart Card to this system Call the Service Provider Error Dot (red) E06 Smart Card Failure The Smart Card is damaged.
- Page 28 Troubleshooting Decoder Message or Display on TV Possible Cause Remedies Front Panel Screen Error Dot (red) E39 Locating service The decoder is busy locating a Wait briefly while service is located service Error Dot (red) E40 DSD memory full System error Call the Service Provider Error Dot (red) E41 Service is not currently available...
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Page 29: Specifications
DSD AUDIO PECIFICATIONS Decompression MPEG-1, MPEG-2 Layer II, Musicam Channels Single channel, joint stereo, stereo Due to continued product improvement, this specification is subject to Sampling Frequencies 32.0 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48.0 kHz change without prior notice. REMODULATOR RF SIGNAL GENERAL Depth of Modulation 80% PAL I... -
Page 30: Multichoice Dstv Hotlines
FREE STATE (051) 503-2250 EASTERN CAPE (041) 395-2250 SWAZILAND (268) 46254/41226/40158 ZIMBABWE (263) 470 6637/8/9 MULTICHOICE WEBSITE: http://www.dstv.co.za/ MANUFACTURERS WEBSITE: http://www.uec.co.za Installation Settings (to be filled in by Installer) DSD No: Date of Purchase: Smart Card Serial No: Work Order No: Installer Name: Installer Tel. -
Page 31: Notes
OTES DSD 660 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS... -
Page 32: Warranty
WARRANTY MULTICHOICE warrants that the DSD will be free from defects in design, materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of purchase from an authorised Multichoice service agent. In the event of a breakdown, contact your Multichoice service representative or dealer. Repairs must be made by an authorised service centre or repair agent.
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