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Welcome Thank you for choosing this Dish TV Freeview® High Definition Digital Set Top Box. You will be able to receive all Freeview High Definition and Standard Definition digital channels, as well as the detailed FreeviewPlus Catchup service. iManual A digital and up to date version of the Manual is built into your unit, we update the iManual frequently so that you get the correct information.
Contents About your Set Top Box................Main Features ..................What’s in the Box?................. Product Overview..................Front and Back View ................Remote Control..................Connecting Up..................9 Getting Started..................10 Main Menu....................Channel Organiser ................User Preference..................System Settings..................Network Setup..................Time Settings................... Recorder Settings..................Wakeup Timer....................
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Firmware...................... Upgrading via USB ................Upgrading via Network................Upgrading via Over the Air..............Frequently Asked Questions..............26 Troubleshooting..................27 Support Information................28 Warranty Information................29...
About your Set Top Box Main Features • Freeview approved Single Tuner Terrestrial USB PVR • Record two channels and watch another on the same frequency • New channels added automatically • FreeviewPlus EPG, book, watch and explore content • 1080p HD output via HDMI •...
Product Overview Front View Power Indicator HDD Connection Power/Standby Indicator Standby Button Switches on the receiver Back View CABLE IN HDMI UHF Aerial Input CABLE OUT R,L and CVBS UHF Signal Out AV Output (non HD TV) Pb, Pr and Y ETHERNET PORT For wired Internet Connectivity SPDIF (Surround Sound System)
Product Overview Remote Control Standby Switches the receiver on/off Mute Turns the sound on/off Use to select channels & enter PIN numbers Library Displays the recorded program list Back Go to previous screen Volume +/- Channel +/- Apps Electronic Programme Guide 10.
Connecting Up Connecting to the UHF Aerial Connect the cable from your UHF aerial* to the Cable IN socket in the back of your receiver. *It’s best to check that your UHF aerial is aligned to your closest transmitter and that the aerial can withstand any strong weather.
Getting Started Step Install batteries in the remote control Open the battery cover of the remote control and put two AAA size batteries so the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks on the batteries match the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks inside the remote control. Replace the battery cover.
Change receiver settings such as HDMI, Aspect ratio etc... Weekly EPG View the weekly EPG Guide. View recorder options such as Media Info, Version Info Obtain Software and Dish TV Support details. You can toggle between the options by using the UP/DOWN and LEFT/RIGHT keys.
Main Menu - Organiser Channel Organiser Lock, Skip or Delete a channel 1. Go to Menu>Organiser on your remote 2. Access Channel Organiser and enter in the default PIN 0000 3. Select a channel you wish to set using the ▲▼ keys on the remote. 4.
Main Menu - Settings User Preference User Preferences allows you to adjust the common settings of the receiver so that you can customize your viewing experience. To do this, select your preference you wish to adjust (This will be highlighted in blue) then press the RIGHT key on your remote to adjust the settings.
Main Menu - Settings System Settings Select your preference you wish to adjust (This will be highlighted in blue) then press the RIGHT key on your remote to adjust the settings. HD Resolution This is where you set the HDMI output resolution depending on what your TV can handle for upscaling, you can adjust the resolution to improve picture.
Main Menu - Settings Network Setup To access Internet Services you will need to connect the receiver to the Internet. You can connect using two methods: Ethernet Cable (LAN) Connect an Ethernet cable from your router into the back of the receiver to connect to the Internet.
Main Menu - Settings Recorder Settings You can adjust how the receiver records to improve reliability so it can record the whole show without cutting the beginning or ending of the content. Rec Start Time Offset Adjust how many minutes before your program the unit can start recording.
Main Menu Manual Timer You can set a service to be recorded at a specific time. Even if the digital receiver is in standby mode, it will start recording at a specified time. When the recording comes to the end the unit will stay awake until you press the standby button.
Electronic Programme Guide Freeview EPG The Freeview Guide is an on screen TV guide (Electronic Programme Guide or ‘EPG’) that you can access with the click of a button on your remote. It’s simple to use and lets you see 8 days of programme listings for every Freeview channel.
FreeviewPlus ™ THE SMARTEST WAY TO ENJOY TV, bringing the most popular shows from On Demand and Live TV together. The T2100 Set Top Box has access to the following features: More information about FreeviewPlus can be found on the Freeview Website at www.freeviewplus.co.nz We also have a range of videos about how to use FreeviewPlus on our website.
User Options User Options can be accessed from watching a channel and has options to turn on subtitles, audio description and access the favorites list. To open up User Settings press the Settings Button on the bottom left of the remote.
Recording Recording functionality requires a EXT4 USB drive connected to the receiver. The receiver can format the USB drive for you. This unit has a single tuner for you to record your shows onto a USB HDD. There will be some limitations to what channels you can watch while you are recording.
Recording via the Freeview EPG EPG recording allows you to schedule recordings for programs throughout the week. 1. Press the Guide button on the remote 2. Browse for a programme you wish to schedule recording for and then press the Red Button.
Recording via the Weekly EPG You can also book programs via the Weekly EPG just like the Freeview Guide. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote 2. Go to Weekly EPG 3. Browse for a programme you wish to schedule recording for and then press the Red Button.
Recording PVR Menu View and playback recordings: 1. Press LIB (Library) on your remote 2. Select a programme you wish to play and press OK 3. If promoted, you will be asked whether you want to watch from the beginning or from your last viewed position.
Firmware Overtime, software updates may become Upgrading Over The Air available to this receiver either through the This will upgrade software over the air, USB, Internet or Over the Freeview platform. This will only work if the upgrade is being broadcast.
Frequently Asked Questions Dish TV T2100 Terrestrial Receiver - UHF Aerial connection only. Q. There is a message on my TV saying “No signal” A. Low or No signal can cause this message to appear, it could be either or all of the following: •...
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes What to do Main Lead unplugged/switched off Check that the adapter is Power Indicator on front plugged in and switched on. panel not lit. Your TV isn’t able to display the current Check to see if your TV is set to No picture on TV output format the current source.
Geekzone and FreeviewForum. Contact us through either of these methods Call Us: Call our team during our usual working hours at 0800 DISH TV (0800 347 488) Monday-Friday 9am-5pm (We also have a local number 07 929 4123) Email Us: 0800 347 488 Email our team at any time at support@dishtv.co.nz or fill out the detailed form at...
Warranty Information Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This product is warranted for any defect in materials or workmanship for one year after the original date of purchase. This product is for normal domestic use only. This warranty does not cover damage from misuse or neglect, accidental damage, vermin infestation, excessive voltages such as lightening or power surges or any modification that affects the reliability of the product.