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1. ContentsCongratulations! You have purchased a quality product from our SKYMASTER® range. Our products are subject to continuous, strict qualitychecks which guarantee product satisfaction. Welcome to the new era of digital television! The SKYMASTER® DXL 1500 is a digital receiverfor the reception of FTA satellite channels. Please note that a satellite antenna suitable for digital usage is required to operate yourSKYMASTER® DXL 1500. For the independent reception of two different satellite channels you require at least one Twin LNB receiver unit.

1. Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

2. Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

3. Receiver operating elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

4. Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

5. The OSD: The most important functions . . . . . . 4

Calling and closing the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Navigating in the OSD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4General OSD instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

6. General operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Daily usage and special functionsChannel lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4TV channel/Radio station information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Audio channel selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Volume control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Mute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Favourites lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Create favourites lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Teletext/Videotext . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5EPG (Electronic Program Guide) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Immediate recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

7. Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

The quick and easy setup of your satellite receiver!Language settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Satellite selection – initial setup of the satellite antenna . . . . 7Start search run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Other configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

8. Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Satellite and reception settingsLNB setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Satellite settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Transponder setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Add transponder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Change transponder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

9. Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Manage channels and favouritesManage channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Manage favourites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

10. Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

TV, time, timer and password settingsTV settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Time settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Timer settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Passwort setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Software Upgrade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13Carry out an OTA update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

11. Recorder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Watch TV and simultaneously record via the VCRVCR channel list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

12. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

13. Performance features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

14. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

15. Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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2. Safety information

3. Receiver operating elements (see packaging)

4. Remote control

1. IR receiver for the remote control

2. Operating display

3. VCR signal indicator

4. ON/OFF switch (stand-by mode)

5. Upward channel selection

6. Downward channel selection

1. Connection to SAT system 1

2. Connection to SAT system 2

3. Stereo audio output for connection to a stereo system

4. Scart jack for connection to a TV set

5. Scart jack for connection to a VCR

6. RS232 interface (only for servicing purposes)

7. Mains connection cable 230V

8. Digital audio output (coaxial)

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Please read this safety information thoroughly before commissioning the device! Prolonged absence: In the event of prolonged

absence or thunderstorms, remove the mains plug of the device from the wall socket. Also disconnect the antenna connections to

avoid storm damage.

SM Electronic GmbH hereby declares that Article No. 39716 complies with the basic requirements and other relevant regulations of directives89/336/EWG and 73/23/EWG.

Cleaning: Remove the mains plug before cleaning the device. Use adry or damp cloth and make sure that no moisture penetrates thedevice!Objects in the device: Make sure that no objects can enter theventilation slots. There is risk of death through electric shock!Repair: Repairs must be performed by qualified experts. In the eventof improper intervention by a third party, the warranty will be voidedand the safety of the device can no longer be guaranteed! Never openthe housing of the device yourself: Even when disconnected from themains, there is an acute risk of death through electric shock. Internalcomponents can be damaged if touched.Place of installation: Place the device on a straight and evensurface. To protect the surface from being discoloured as a result ofthe natural heat generated by the device, place the device on asuitable underlay.

Adequate ventilation: The ventilation slots on the device must neverbe covered. Ensure that the device has a clearance of at least 10 cm atthe sides and top, and that the heat can be dissipated upwardsunimpeded.External influences: Never expose the device to moisture (e.g. condensation or splash water) or direct sunlight. Do not place thedevice in the vicinity of heat sources, such as e.g. heaters or devicesthat heat up.Mains voltage: Use the equipment with the voltage specified onthe case only! Do not plug the equipment into the mains until allconnection and installation work has been completed.Earthing: Antenna systems must always be earthed, paying heed tothe pertinent local and VDE regulations.

ASTRA, EUTELSAT, TÜRKSAT, DiSEqC and Skymaster are registered trademarks.

1. Sound on/off

To switch the sound on or off.2. On/Off (stand-by)

To switch the receiver on or to stand-by mode)3. TV (optional)

To switch the switching voltage on or off (12 Volts, Scart jack)4. AUDIO - audio channel selection

To display all the available audio channels5. TV/RAD

To toggle between TV and radio6. Numerical keypad 0 - 9

To switch to a certain channel, to enter numerical values andpasswords, or to change channel names

7. TEXT

To view teletext/videotext pages8. SUB

To display subtitles for the current programme9. MENU – OSD

To access the OSD (on-screen display) via which all receiverand channel settings can be carried out

10. EXIT

To exit the current OSD and to display the higher-ordermenu or TV picture

11. EPG

To access the EPG (Electronic Program Guide)

12. ALT

To toggle between the current channel and the previous one13. Channel control buttons

To navigate through the OSD (upwards/downwards) or toswitch to the next or previous channels

14. VOL control buttons

To navigate through the OSD menu (left/right) or to controlthe volume level

15. OK button

To confirm changes or to carry out an action16./18. PAGE – Programme list upwards/downwards

To leaf through the pages of a displayed channel, favouritesor other list

17. TV-VCR

To toggle between receiver A and receiver B19. BROWSE – channel list

To open and close the channel list20.i function button

To display channel information and multifunctional button inthe OSD

21. Function buttons/Selected Channels

Red FAV – favourites list and function buttonGreen Function buttonYellow Function buttonBlue Function button

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5. The OSD: The most important functions

6. General operating instructions

Calling and closing the OSD: All the settings for your satellite receiver are carried out via theOSD. Call the OSD via the MENU button. To exit the OSD, press either the MENU or EXIT button untilall the menus close.

Navigating in the OSD: Navigation in the OSD occurs via the blue control buttons or directly viacertain buttons. These buttons and their functions are displayed in the OSD. The numerical keys onthe remote control are normally used.

General OSD instructions: The receiver is preset to ensure that no changes or hardly any changesare required. The OSD is clearly structured and the buttons which you need to press to change acertain setting are displayed on the screen. These are the best conditions to put the operatinginstructions aside and to only read them if absolutely necessary, e.g. after extending the satellitesystem.

If digital satellite reception is new ground for you, take time and read the operating instructionscarefully. The instructions provide you with numerous possibilities to extend your antenna system.

Daily usage and special functions

Channel lists

Open the channel list via the BROWSE button and close it via the EXIT button. If you are receivingASTRA and HOTBIRD, a channel list can contain more than one thousand channels and is thereforeextremely complex. For this reason, you are provided with several possibilities to filter the channellists. Use the white function button [ i ] to either select different channel lists (selection options) or toonly display the channels of a certain satellite.

The following lists are available under Selection options:• All: All the channels in a single overview• FTA: All the FTA channels• Coded: Only the coded channels (PAY TV)• FAV 1-4: 4 clearly structured lists of your favourite channelsSelect the desired satellite or ALL under Satellite.

TV channel/Radio station information

After switching channels or pressing the [ i ] button information about the current channel positionappears. Note: Press the [TV/RAD] button to toggle between TV and radio mode.• Channel storage position, e.g. 0221• Channel name• Time and date• Satellite and channel operator• Reception parameters (frequency, symbol rate and polarisation)• Current programme and next programme (from ... until)• Signal strength• Teletext availability (page symbol)• Number of audio channels, e.g. “Audio 01/02”: Channel 1 (German) of 2 (German and French) is

displayed.

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6. General operating instructionsAudio channel selection

Some programmes or TV channels (e.g. Arte) are broadcast with several audio channels in variouslanguages. Press the AUDIO button to display all the available languages/channels. Some channelsalso broadcast AC3/Dolby Digital Sound. Output occurs via the S/PDIF jack located at the rear of thedevice. In order to prevent operating errors the AC3 output has been deactivated as standard in themenu “Environment” �� “TV settings” �� “Audio settings”.

Volume control

Use the VOL (+/-) buttons to adjust the TV volume level. The VCR volume level is not affected by thisin order not to disrupt current recordings.

Mute

Press the sound on/off button to immediately mute the TV sound. Press this button once more toreactivate the original TV volume.

Favourites lists

Set up to 4 favourites lists of your favourite channels and directly access them via the red, green,yellow and blue function buttons. You can also open the favourites list via the general channel list asdescribed above under “Selection options”.If you have not setup your favourite channels, empty lists or an error message will be displayed onthe screen. In order to create favourites lists open menu “Channels” �� “Manage channels”:

Create favourites lists

Press the MENU button and subsequently the yellow function button and select “Manage channels”.Use the CHANNEL (Up/Down) buttons to select the desired channels from the channel list and simplypress the [ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ] or [ 4 ] button for the respective favourites list.After saving and exiting the menu you can start to use the advantages which the favourites listsprovide.Further channel management functions are explained in detail later on.

Teletext/Videotext

Most channels broadcast additional information and services. Teletext is an “electronic magazine”which contains the latest news, sports results, weather forecasts, commercial offers and much more.The volume and contents are set by the channel provider. The table of contents is always on page100. This page provides an overview of the sub-pages (e.g. page 200, sport). Always enter a 3-digitpage number or press the CHANNEL (Up/Down) and VOL (+/-) control buttons.

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6. General operating instructionsEPG (Electronic Program Guide)

The Electronic Program Guide (EPG) provides additional information about the respective TV channelor radio station. e.g. name of the current programme or radio station. An overview also displays thefollowing programmes of the channel provider.

Press the [ i ] button twice for information about the current programme. Note: Not all channelpackages are broadcast with EPG!

The EPG has different displays and useful functions. Press the EPG button on the remote control. TheEPG main overview is subsequently displayed on the screen. Use the CHANNEL and VOL navigationbuttons to select channels and programmes.

Use the coloured function buttons to view various displays and to execute different functions. Pressthe red button for detailed information about the highlighted programme.

Press the green button to display an overview of all the current and next programmes. While in thisdisplay press the blue button for information about the next programme.

Press the green button for a weekly overview of the selected channel:

Some channels have a preview of up to 14 days. Use the VOL (+/-) buttons to select the desired day.

In almost every EPG overview it is possible to mark a highlighted programme for recording via yourVCR by pressing the blue button:

Programmes which have been transferred into the next available timer of the 8 timers can be adjustedin the automatically displayed menu “Timer settings” by pressing the blue button. Please always setthe “Recording time” for longer than necessary in case there is a programme overrun. Specifywhether you wish to view or record the programme once, daily or weekly under “Type”. Specifywhether you wish to record the programme via a VCR or watch the programme at the selected time:

Live: The receiver switches to the marked channel at the selected time. This type of programming isuseful if you do not wish to miss a certain programme.Recording: The TV picture remains unchanged at the start of the programme, except for a brief on-screen message which states that recording has started. Please check, if necessary, whether theVCR has changed to the recording mode.

Immediate recording

Start immediate recording while the TV is on without opening the channel lists, EPG or the timermenu. Press the [ i ] button until the menu “Channel information” is displayed. The option“Recording” is displayed in the bottom line. Press the red function button and use the VOL (+/-)buttons to select the recording time. Please see Chapter “11. Recorder” for more information about“Recording”.

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7. Welcome

The quick and easy setup of your satellite receiver!

Press the MENU button on the remote control. The main menu contains 5 submenus which can bedirectly accessed via the coloured function buttons (red, green, yellow, blue and white). Due to theclear menu structure you will never get lost. The lower part of the menu contains an overview of theavailable functions and buttons of the opened submenu. Use the blue CHANNEL (Up/Down) andVOL (+/-) buttons to navigate through the menu. Press the OK button to confirm the selection andthe EXIT button to exit the menu.

Language settings:

OSD language: Set the desired OSD language under “OSD languages”.

Audio language/Subtitles: Some programmes or TV channels (e.g. Arte) are broadcast withseveral audio channels and subtitles in different languages. Select your preferred main language andan alternative language. If neither of the preferred languages is available, it is preset by the channel.

Satellite selection - initial setup of the satellite antenna:

To enable quick receiver setup, the setting for receiving the satellite positions ASTRA (19.2° east)and HOTBIRD (13° east) has already been preconfigured. If you are using a commercial single ormultiple-user satellite installation you do not have to carry out complicated changes to the pre-settings. Simply choose the desired selection under “Satellite” and start the search run!

Prior to the search run you can specify whether you only wish to search for FTA or also codedchannels.If you own a multi-feed system which can receive ASTRA and HOTBIRD, select “ASTRA & HOTBIRD”under “Satellite”. The settings for the LNBs (reception converters) and the selectors (DiSEqC switch,DiSEqC multi switch) are loaded automatically. If you wish to check reception quality prior to thesearch run, select “Check configuration”.

Check the signal strength and quality of the first satellite position. If no signal or only a very weaksignal is displayed, select a different transponder or realign the antenna. The receiver settings aredisplayed via signal bars. If the signal bars are in the green range, check – if available – the secondsatellite position. Note: It is not possible to check both positions simultaneously. Use the CHANNEL(Up/Down) buttons to select the position which you wish to check.

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7. WelcomeStart search run

After carrying out all the necessary settings in the Welcome menu, select the option “Start searchrun”. After a few minutes termination of the search run is displayed in the lower part of the screen.Press the OK button to save the found TV channels and radio stations.Close all the menus via the EXIT button and open the channel list vial the BROWSE button.

Other configurations

The Welcome menu (satellite selection) contains further possibilities to setup a different satelliteconfiguration or further positions. Select one of the following options via the buttons [ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ]or [ 4 ]:1 Add satellite: Use the VOL buttons to select the desired satellite. Note: If the satellite has already

been saved, this option cannot be selected.2 Delete satellite: All the channels of the selected position are deleted!3 Search/Add: All the saved channels remain, new channels are added to the channel list.4 Search/Replace: All the existing channels are deleted and replaced by the newly found channels.

See next section “8. Reception” for more details.

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8. Reception

Satellite and reception settings

Adjust the receiver to your satellite system, search for new channels and add or delete satellites inthe “Reception” menu:• LNB setup: For adjusting the receiver to the satellite system. The LNB is located in the focal

point of the antenna reflector. At least one digital Twin LNB with two connections is necessary inorder to use the entire functional range of your receiver!

• Satellite settings: Add or delete satellites, search run• Transponder setup: Edit the transponder of a satellite position, scan individual transponders

LNB setup

It is possible to configure up to 8 LNB pre-settings. If you receive ASTRA (LNB 1) and/or HOTBIRD(LNB 2), you should only change the preset values if this is specified in the installation instructions ofthe satellite system!• LNB: Selection LNB 1 - LNB 8.• Type of LNB: Select the setting “Digital”. Only use the setting “Other” if this is specified in the

installation instructions of the satellite system!• Upper/Lower frequency: These values are preset for a digital LNB. If you do not own a digital LNB,

select the setting “Other” and enter the values from the documentation or the sticker of your LNBin the fields.

• A 2-way DiSEqC switch is necessary to receive two satellite positions (ASTRA and HOTBIRD).A 4-way switch is necessary to receive further positions, e.g. TÜRKSAT. The connections of theDiSEqC switches are labelled accordingly (1 - 4 or A, B, C, D).

Satellite settings

Add further satellite positions, delete positions or carry out various search run functions in this menu.In the lower part it is possible to check the signal strength and quality.• Satellite: Use the VOL buttons to select the desired satellite position. Note: Before adding a

satellite (button [ 1 ]), adjust the following settings!• Transponder: Each satellite has several transponders. Each transponder has at least one

channel, usually 4 - 10 TV channels and radio stations. If the signal bars do not display activity,select a different transponder. If this is also not successful, check the following settings, theantenna alignment and the antenna cable.

• LNB: LNB 1 should be stated for ASTRA and LNB 2 for HOTBIRD. Select LNB 3, LNB 4, etc. forfurther satellite positions.

• Search type: Three different search options are available. “FTA” searches for all FTA channels.“FTA + coded” searches for all the channels – including coded PAY-TV channels. Coded channelscan only be displayed with a special decoder. Use “Network search” for a trouble-free search forall the channels. ASTRA and HOTBIRD transmit an overview of all the channels and transponders.The receiver can read this overview. Note: Not all satellite operators provide this service!

Select one of the following options via the buttons [ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ] or [ 4 ]:1 Add satellite: Use the VOL buttons to select the desired satellite. Note: If the satellite has already

been saved, this option cannot be selected.2 Delete satellite: All the channels of the selected position are deleted!3 Search/Add: All the saved channels remain; new channels are added to the channel list.4 Search/Replace: All the existing channels are deleted and replaced by the newly found channels.

9. Channels

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8. ReceptionTransponder setup

Each satellite has several transponders. Each transponder has at least one channel, usually 4 - 10 TVchannels and radio stations. In the course of time it is possible that transponders are switched off orchanged or that new transponders are added.• Satellite: Select the satellite whose transponder list you wish to edit• Transponder: The transponder name of the operator (e.g. “BetaDigital”) is displayed• Type of search: Three different search options are available. “FTA” searches for all FTA channels.

“FTA + coded” searches for all the channels – including coded PAY-TV channels. Coded channelscan only be displayed with a special decoder. Use “Network search” for a trouble-free search forall the channels of this transponder. ASTRA and HOTBIRD transmit an overview of all thechannels and transponders. The receiver can read this overview. Note: Not all satellite operatorsprovide this service!

Together with the information about the current transponder (polarisation, frequency and symbol rate)you will also find options which can be accessed via the buttons [ 1 ], [ 2 ], [ 3 ] and [ 4 ]:1 New TP: For adding a new transponder (see below)2 Delete TP: For deleting a transponder3 Search TP: For starting a search run at the current transponder in order, e.g., to re-read the data

or to find new channels4 Change TP: For changing the transponder settings (see below)

Add transponder

The transponder frequency should usually be entered as a 5-digit number. The frequencies can befound on teletext or in special magazines and TV guides – round the decimal places up or down. Thesymbol rate of a transponder is usually 27500 or 22000. Set the reception level (polarisation)“Horizontal” or “Vertical” (in short H or V). Specify whether you wish to only search for FTA channelsor also coded channels under Type of search. Typical specifications for a transponder are e.g.:Example TV:12,449.75 V (= 12450 vertical),SR 27500 (=27500),FEC 3/4 (FEC “Forward Error Correction” is determined automatically).

Change transponder

If the transponder settings have been changed by the channel, it is possible to correct thetransponder parameters in this menu. You can check the effects via the signal indicators.

Manage channels and favourites

Manage channels

Edit, delete, move, etc. stored channels – including the favourites – in the “Channels” menu.Radio station management is exactly the same as described for the TV channels.NOTE: Press the OK button to save changes. This way all the changes are accepted!The big advantage of this channel management is the possibility to carry out all the changes on onemenu page! Simply press the numerical buttons [ 0 ] - [ 9 ] to carry out the displayed functions:

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9. Channels0. Preview

It is possible to navigate through the channel list, carry out changes and simultaneously watch acertain channel. If you wish to watch a different channel, press button [ 0 ]. The selected channel isdisplayed in the preview window.1. - 4. Fav

You can add your favourite channels to 4 favourites lists. Select the desired channels and press thebuttons [ 1 ] - [ 4 ] to transfer the channels into the favourites lists.5. Lock

It is possible to lock certain channels, e.g. channels which contain material undesirable for minors,against unauthorised access. The channel can then only be entered after entering the 4-digit pass-word. Note: The channel lock has to be activated in the “Environment” �� “Password setup” menu.

6. Rename

Press button [ 6 ] if you wish to change a certain channel name. An input field with the currentchannel name appears on the screen. Press the VOL (+/-) navigation buttons to select the position.The numerical keypad on the remote control provides additional letters. Press the buttons until thedesired character appears. Note: Use button [ 1 ] to create spaces, change from upper and lowercase via the [ i ] button.7. Move

Press button [ 7 ] to move a selected channel to a new position. The colour of the selected linechanges. Subsequently select the new position in the channel list via the CHANNEL (Up/Down)buttons. Finally, press button [ 7 ] again. The channel is now in its new position.

8. Sort

Press button [ 8 ] to sort the entire channel list as follows:1. Alphabetical sorting: Press button [ 1 ] to sort the channel list in alphabetical order.2. Sorting according to satellites: All the channels are sorted according to the satellite positions3. Sorting according to FTA/Coded: Coded channels are placed at the end of the channel list.9. Delete

Press button [ 9 ] to delete a channel from the channel list. Answer the subsequent safety query witheither “Yes” or “No”.

It is possible to edit the four favourites lists in the “Manage favourites” menu.NOTE: Always press the OK button to save your changes. This way all changes are accepted!

Manage favourites

0. Preview

It is possible to navigate through the channel list, carry out changes and simultaneously watch acertain channel. If you wish to view a different favourite channel, press button [ 0 ]. The selectedchannel is displayed in the preview window.1. - 4. Fav

Press buttons [ 1 ] - [ 4 ] to select the desired favourites list. The currently displayed list is specifiedat the top of the picture.5. Move

Press button [ 5 ] to move a selected favourite channel to a new position. The colour of the selectedline changes. Subsequently select the new position in the favourites list via the CHANNEL (Up/Down)buttons. Finally, press button [ 5 ] again. The channel is now in its new position.6. Delete

Press button [ 6 ] to delete a channel from the favourites list. Answer the subsequent safety querywith either “Yes” or “No”.

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10. Environment

TV, time, timer and password settings

It is possible to carry out all the receiver settings in the “Environment” menu. To achieve this, pressthe MENU button and the blue function button.

TV settings

For adjusting your satellite receiver to the TV set.• TV standard: The TV standard for central Europe is PAL. Please only change this setting if you are

operating the device in eastern Europe/France (SECAM) or in the USA/Japan (NTSC).CAUTION: If you change the setting, you may witness serious problems with your TV set!Press the VOL (+/-) buttons until the picture is once again visible!

• Screen format: Set the screen format of your TV set (4:3 or 16:9). You can simultaneously set thepresentation for widescreen programmes: 4:3 LetterBox (black bars at the top and bottom of thepicture) and 4:3 Pan & Scan (no black bars, the left and right edge of the picture are reduced).

• Video output: For setting the Scart video output signal. The quality of FBAS is not as good asRGB, but it is compatible with nearly all video and TV devices.

• Audio settings: If you own a Dolby digital/AC3 surround amplifier, select the setting AC3. Somechannels (e.g. ProSieben) additionally broadcast digital audio channels. Press the AUDIO buttonon the remote control and select the AC3 audio channel.CAUTION: Please turn down the volume of your surround system and increase the volumecarefully!

• Transparency: Set the transparency of the OSD via this setting. The transparency of the OSD canbe set between 10% (slightly translucent) and 100% (very translucent).

Time settings

Correct time settings are especially important for VCR recordings. The programme times aretransmitted via the satellites, but have to be adjusted to the time zone of the place of installation.• Settings: We recommend selecting the “AUTO” setting. The receiver obtains the time data via

satellite. Select “Manual” if you are receiving a satellite which does not transmit EPG data.• Time zone/Time difference: Select the time zone of the place of installation, in German-speaking

countries “Berlin”. The time difference to GMT (+ 1 hour) is automatically set.• Summer time: Switch the summer time on or off.• Time/Date: For checking purposes or manual input if no EPG data is provided by the channel.

Timer settings

This menu contains an overview of the 8 timer positions and the possibility to manually add timers.• Timer number: Use the VOL (+/-) buttons to select the desired timer (1- 8).• Channel: Press the VOL button and subsequently select the desired channel from the list via the

CHANNEL (Up/Down) buttons.• Date: In case of manual programming enter the date (e.g. 7 November 2005) as an 8-digit

number: [0] [7] [1] [1] [2] [0] [0] [5]. Corrections are possible via the VOL buttons.• Start time: Start of the programme/recording in 24-hour format.• Duration: The duration of the programme in hours and minutes. If you wish to record a 90-minute

programme, enter 01:30 (1 hour:30 minutes) as the duration period. Please always set theduration period to record for longer than necessary in case there is a programme overrun.

• Type: It is possible to set whether the programme should be watched or recorded once, daily orweekly.

• Reception (TV/VCR): Finally set whether you wish to record the programme via a VCR or to watchthe programme at the selected time:Live: The receiver switches to the marked channel at the selected time. This type of programmingis useful if you do not wish to miss a certain programme.Recording: The TV picture remains unchanged at the start of the programme, except for a shortmessage which states that recording has started. Please check, if necessary, whether the VCRhas changed to the recording mode.

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10. EnvironmentPassword setup

It is possible to lock certain channels, e.g. channels which contain material undesirable for minors,and to protect the receiver against unauthorised access. Certain programmes and parts of the OSDcan then only be opened after entering the 4-digit password.• Option “Setup and channel”: The OSD and locked channels can only be opened after entering

the password.• Option “Setup”: Password protection for the OSD, free access to all channels.• Option “Child protection off”: Free access to the OSD and channels.

Change password

The preset password is 0000. Enter the old number combination once and the new password twice tochange the password. Please remember the new password! Do not use a date of birth – these pass-words are generally unsafe. Always use words which are easy to remember instead, use the letters onthe buttons of the remote control: For example, the word “House” would have the following numbercombination: [ 4 ] [ 6 ] [ 8 ] [ 7 ] [ 3 ].

Reset

There are three possibilities to reset the device:• Factory setting: The device is reset to the state of delivery with the original settings and channel

lists.• Delete all channel lists: The device setting is unchanged and all channel lists are deleted.• Basic setting: Resets all device settings and pre-settings, your own channel lists remain

unchanged.

Information

This menu page contains all the important address, hardware and software information. Please havethe data at hand if you ever have to contact our telephone hotline!

Software upgrade

There are several reasons for keeping the software up-to-date: To improve functionality viainnovations, to remedy faults or reception problems caused by the channel.CAUTION: It is imperative that BOTH tuner inputs (LNB1 + LNB2) are connected to the

antenna! The antenna has to be aligned to ASTRA 19.2° east!

The search for the latest software version can take a few minutes. If no software is found afterapprox. 30 minutes, the device already has the latest software version. Repeat the process if youwish to (e.g. weekly) or in case of faults.Select the following possibilities:• OTA update (complete): The system software, including all the channels and settings, is

overwritten.• OTA update (without channel lists): Only the system software is updated, the channels and

device settings remain unchanged.Note: This function is optional!

• Serial update: Load the system software via the receiver's serial interface (RS232, COM Port).The software and further details can be downloaded at http://www.skymaster.de/.

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10. Environment

11. RecorderWatch TV and simultaneously record via the VCR

Your receiver is equipped with two separate reception components which allow independentrecording via a VCR and playback via the TV set.Use the [TV<->VCR] button to check which channel is transmitted to the VCR via the receiver's VCRScart output. “Vcr” is displayed on the front panel of the device; if you press the button once morethe device returns to the TV mode and the channel position, e.g. P0001 is displayed.The functional indicators “VCRSignal” and “TVSignal” are also located on the front panel of thedevice. They display the activity of both reception components.

VCR channel list

The channel list of the VCR receiver is identical to the TV channel list. Press the MENU button andsubsequently the white function button [ i ] to open the VCR channel list in the “Recorder” menu. Usethe VOL (+/-) buttons to open the different channel lists as FTA or favourites lists.Select the channel which you wish to record via the CHANNEL (Up/Down) buttons and press the OKbutton.

Subsequently select the recording duration via the VOL (+/-) buttons: 30, 60, 90, 120, 180 minutesor until the end of the current programme.Note: The programme has been accepted in the recording timer. Open the “Environment” menu(blue button) and the “Timer settings” submenu to check or change the recording settings. Theselection of the recording duration “until the end of the current programme” is only available forchannels with EPG!

VCR status: The VCR receiver has no OSD or similar display as this would also be recorded.However, you can request the current status by selecting the “Recorder” menu (white button) and themenu item “Status”.

Immediate recording: It is possible to start immediate recording without opening the channel lists,EPG or timer menu while watching TV. Press the [ i ] button until the “Channel information” menuappears. The lower line contains the option “Recording”. Press the red function button and select therecording duration via the VOL (+/-) buttons as described above.

Carry out an OTA update

If a newer software version is available, it can be loaded via the ASTRA position 19.2° east (frequency12603 H, symbol rate 22000, PID 335).Set the setting “Confirm prior to update” to either “Yes” or “No”. “No” means that the update isloaded without any further inquiries.Note: Never switch off the device during the loading process! Follow the on-screen instructions!

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12. TroubleshootingNo antenna signal (no signal indicator at the device and via the signal indicators in the OSD):

1. Firstly, check the antenna cable: The screening braid and the aluminium foil should have contact with the F plugand should not touch the inner conductor!

2. Please check the LNB settings. LNB1 should be set for ASTRA satellites. If you are using a common digital LNB,the values 9750 MHz and 10600 MHz have to be set for the lower and upper frequencies. Directly connect theLNB to the receiver and remove the selector and distributor for troubleshooting.

Malfunctioning

1. The device displays incorrect programme times in the EPG or the wrong time: After switching on the receiver thedata has to be read and evaluated first. Depending on the transponder, this procedure can take a certain amountof time. Sometimes it may even be necessary to restart the EPG or to switch the channel position.

2. The device does not respond: The receiver has to process numerous amounts of data and sometimes respondsto this just like your PC: It crashes. Switching channels while receiving EPG data or “incomprehensible” datafrom the channel provider can cause the receiver to crash. Simply disconnect the mains plug and wait a fewseconds before reconnecting the device. If a software fault occurs, you can load a software update into thereceiver via satellite within a short period of time.

Only a few channels

1. The antenna has been aligned to an incorrect satellite position. During antenna alignment it is possible to receiveone of the numerous satellites which transmit on similar frequencies and address the receiver's signal indicators.This results in foreign channels and the message “No signal” often appearing when switching channels. It isusually sufficient to rotate the antenna just a few degrees – eastwards or westwards – to receive the desiredchannels.

2. Please check whether you have activated the correct channel list. To achieve this, press the BROWSE button toopen the channel list and then press the F or E buttons to select the desired channel list (e.g. “All satellites”).

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13. Performance features

14. Technical data

15. Service

Dear Customer!Please bear in mind that unjustified complaints will cost you money! Please consult our telephone HOTLINE if you need assistance. Here experts willprovide you with speedy advice and tips on localising the cause of a fault. If it transpires that the problem is actually a defective device, please sendit in for repair with a precise description of the fault.

Our HOTLINE:(D) 0900 1 512 532 (€ 0,25/Min.)

(A) 0900 400 222 (€ 0,68/Min.)

Monday to Sunday from 8.00 - 22.00

SM ELECTRONIC GmbH

Waldweg 2D-22145 Stapelfeld/BraakInternet: www.skymaster.deE-Mail: info@sm-electronic.de

Subject to technical changesASTRA, EUTELSAT, TÜRKSAT, DiSEqC and Skymaster are registered trademarks.

• 4000 channel positions• Software update via satellite• EPG (Electronic Program Guide) - up to 14 days• Teletext/Videotext (with 300 page memory)• 8 timers can be pre-programmed• Multi-lingual OSD• Display of channel names and channel contents• Signal strength indicator for setting-up the antenna

• Twin tuner for parallel reception of various TV channels/radio station• 2 Scart jacks for TV and VCR• Cinch sockets for audio• DiSEqC® – for the reception of multiple SAT positions• Volume control via the remote control• Short circuit-proof• RS232 interface (optional for servicing purposes)

HF inputs

• 2 F plugs• 4000 storage spaces

VIDEO DECODER

• MPEG-2• Data transfer rate up to 15 Mbps• Screen formats 4:3, 16:9

AUDIO DECODER

• MPEG-2 Layer I & II mono / stereo / dual channel• Data rate up to 384 Kbps

AV OUTPUTS

• RGB• Stereo

CPU & MEMORY

• 32 bit Risc• 2M Flash• 8M SDRAM/16M SDRAM (optional)

DIMENSIONS

• Width 280 mm x Depth 180 mm x Height 36 mm

VOLTAGE SUPPLY:

• 230V ~ +/- 15% 50/60Hz

Waste electrical and electronic equipment is classed as recyclable waste and does not belong in domestic refuse!We therefore request you to actively support the conservation of resources and environmental protection and to dispose of this deviceat responsible take back points – if possible.

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