man digit k3x issued 06-06-6599

DIGIT K3 X CONAX Embedded

With integrated CONAX decoding system. For the reception o f free and encoded

cable programs.

Operating Manual

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Table of Contents

2 Illustrations.....................................................................................................................6

3 Please read first...............................................................................................................7

Important notes on the operation........................................................................................7

Disposal notes ...................................................................................................................7

Safety notes .......................................................................................................................7

Operational interruptions ...................................................................................................8

4 Connections....................................................................................................................8

4.1 Connecting to the cable network ..................................................................................8

4.2 Connecting to a TV set.................................................................................................8

4.3 Videocassette recorder (VCR)......................................................................................8

4.4 HiFi-amplifier..............................................................................................................9

4.4.1 Analogue ..................................................................................................................9

4.4.2 Digital.......................................................................................................................9

4.5 Serial interface (RS 232)..............................................................................................9

4.6 Mains connection.........................................................................................................9

5 Initial installation............................................................................................................9

AutoInstall.........................................................................................................................9

Operating language............................................................................................................9

Audio language..................................................................................................................9

Setting the country.............................................................................................................9

Select Screen format ..........................................................................................................9

Station search function.....................................................................................................10

Software update...............................................................................................................10

Terminate the installation assistant ..................................................................................10

6 Settings.........................................................................................................................10

6.1 Operating language ....................................................................................................10

6.2 Basic settings .............................................................................................................10

6.2.1 Country...................................................................................................................10

6.2.2 Time difference GMT (h)........................................................................................10

6.2.3 Standby clock .........................................................................................................11

6.2.4 Remote control code ...............................................................................................11

6.2.5 Exit basic settings ...................................................................................................11

6.3 Audio/Video settings .................................................................................................11

6.3.1 Picture size..............................................................................................................11

6.3.2 Language (Audio signal).........................................................................................11

6.3.3 Language (Subtitles) ...............................................................................................11

6.3.4 TV SCART mode ...................................................................................................11

6.3.5 VCR SCART mode.................................................................................................11

6.3.6 Dolby Digital (AC3) ...............................................................................................12

6.3.7 Exit Audio/Video settings .......................................................................................12

7 Operation......................................................................................................................12

7.1 Turning on and off .....................................................................................................12

7.2 Program selection ......................................................................................................12

7.2.1 By means of the program up/down keys..................................................................12

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7.2.2 By means of the numeric keyboard .........................................................................12

7.2.3 By means of the navigator (Program list) ................................................................12

7.2.3.1 Select list .............................................................................................................13

7.2.4 Calling locked programs .........................................................................................13

7.2.5 Infobox ...................................................................................................................13

7.3 Reception of encoded programs .................................................................................13

7.3.1 Special functions.....................................................................................................13

7.3.1.1 Multifeed options .................................................................................................13

7.3.1.2 Starting time selection/Picture selection ...............................................................14

7.3.2 Encryption System pin code....................................................................................14

7.4 Volume adjustment ....................................................................................................14

7.5 Switching TV/Radio ..................................................................................................14

7.6 Selecting a different language ....................................................................................14

(TV operation) or station (Radio operation) .....................................................................14

7.6.1 Dolby Digital (AC3 operation)................................................................................14

7.7 Return to last set program ..........................................................................................15

7.8 Display clock and program information .....................................................................15

7.9 Further program information......................................................................................15

7.10 Freeze image............................................................................................................15

7.11 Sleep timer...............................................................................................................15

7.12 Channel information ................................................................................................15

7.13 Video text ................................................................................................................15

7.13.1 Using the video text decoder of your TV set..........................................................15

7.13.2 Using the internal video text decoder.....................................................................15

7.13.2.1 Mixed operation.................................................................................................16

7.13.2.2 Stop mode..........................................................................................................16

7.13.2.3 Exiting video text ...............................................................................................16

7.14 Subtitles...................................................................................................................16

7.15 Electronic program guide EPG.................................................................................16

7.15.1 Importing the EPG data.........................................................................................16

7.15.2 Interrupting the import procedure..........................................................................16

7.15.3 Calling the electronic program guide.....................................................................17

7.15.4 Now (Table with current program contents) ..........................................................17

7.15.5 Later .....................................................................................................................17

7.15.6 More .....................................................................................................................17

7.15.7 EPG functions.......................................................................................................17

7.15.7.1 EPG-Info............................................................................................................17

7.15.7.2 EPG timer programming ....................................................................................18

Deleting the EPG timer event...........................................................................................18

7.15.7.3 EPG program overview......................................................................................18

Displaying the EPG overview of other programs .............................................................18

7.15.7.4 EPG overview according to program types (Genre) ............................................18

7.15.8 Terminating EPG ..................................................................................................19

7.16 Timer recordings......................................................................................................19

1. Video recorder timer....................................................................................................19

2. Station change timer ....................................................................................................19

7.16.1 Manually programming the timer ..........................................................................19

Source .............................................................................................................................19

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Date.................................................................................................................................19

Start.................................................................................................................................20

Stop.................................................................................................................................20

Repeat .............................................................................................................................20

Storing the data in the memory ........................................................................................20

7.16.2 Timer overview.....................................................................................................20

7.16.3 Changing the timer programming..........................................................................20

7.16.4 Deleting the timer programming............................................................................20

7.16.5 Programming a new timer event............................................................................20

8 Changing the basic programming..................................................................................21

8.1 Configuring the favorites list......................................................................................21

8.1.2 Adding programs to the favorites list.......................................................................21

8.1.3 Deleting programs...................................................................................................22

8.1.3.1 Removing (deleting) from the favorites list ..........................................................22

8.1.3.2 Deleting from the complete list ............................................................................22

8.1.4 Sorting programs.....................................................................................................22

8.2 Programming the electronic program guide................................................................23

8.2.1 Selecting stations ....................................................................................................23

8.2.2 Start category..........................................................................................................23

8.2.3 Update time ............................................................................................................24

8.2.4 Update ....................................................................................................................24

8.2.5 EPG channel ...........................................................................................................24

8.3 Protection of minors...................................................................................................24

8.3.1 Selecting stations ....................................................................................................24

8.3.2 Changing the device pin..........................................................................................25

8.3.3 Mode ......................................................................................................................25

8.4 Program search ..........................................................................................................25

1. Automatic search .........................................................................................................25

2. Extended search...........................................................................................................25

3. Manual search..............................................................................................................25

8.4.1 Automatic search ....................................................................................................25

8.4.2 Extended search/range search..................................................................................26

1. Frequency search .........................................................................................................26

2. Channel search.............................................................................................................26

8.4.3 Manual search.........................................................................................................26

8.4.3.1 PID search ...........................................................................................................27

8.4.4 After the search run.................................................................................................27

8.5 Service settings ..........................................................................................................27

8.5.1 Activate factory settings..........................................................................................27

8.5.2 Deleting all programs..............................................................................................28

8.5.3 Updating the software .............................................................................................28

8.5.4 Copying the settings................................................................................................28

8.6 System configuration .................................................................................................28

8.7 Encoding system........................................................................................................28

9 Technical data...............................................................................................................29

10 Troubleshooting aids...................................................................................................31

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Your device carries the CE symbol and fulfils all of the necessary EU standards. Subject to alterations and printing errors. Issued 06/06 DigiDish and TechniSat are registered trademarks belonging toTechniSat Digital GmbH, Postbox 560, 54541 Daun, www.technisat.de Technical hotline 0180/5005-910*,*0,12 EUR/Min. in the telephone network of the Deutsche Telekom AG Attention! Please only send your device to the following address, if this is necessary:

TechniSat Teledigital AG Service-Center

Löderburger Str. 94 39418 Staßfurt

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2 Illustrations

Section 6.2.4.

Remote control Sound On / Off

TV / Radio

Info

Back

Stop/Freeze image

Remote control options*

EPG

OK /Program list on/off

Menü On / Off

Program +/- Volume +/-

Arrow key up/down Program+/ -

Arrow key left/right Volume +/ -

Numeric keyboard

Multifunction keys

Video text On/Mix/Off

On/Stand-by

Option Sound/Subtitle selection,

special functions

Sleep-Timer

Arrow key left Arrow key righrrow key upArrow key down

Display

Program selection On/Standby up/down

*Remote control options: It is possible to operate two receivers, one TV set as well as video recorder with the same encoding with this remote control by switching the remote control option. > To change the remote control option press the

required (SAT1, SAT2, VCR or TV) key and OK

simultaneously!!!

Please note:

To control this receiver, the appropriately selected

remote control option and the remote

control code must comply according to Section

6.2.4.

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Card reader for Encryption System Smartcard: > Insert the Encryption System Smartcard care fully as far as possible into the card reader. Make sure that the gold chip is pointed

downwards and the cut corner o f the Smartcard is pointed towards the device.

Digital Analogue RS232 interface (electrical)

3 Please read first > Before using the device for the first time check the supply for completeness. The scope o f supply contains: 1 Digital receiver, 1 Mains connection cable, 1 Remote control, 1 Operating manual, 1 Guarantee card, 2 Batteries (1.5V Micro cell) 1 SCART cable. > Insert the enclosed batteries with correct polarity into the battery compartment o f the remote control.

Important notes on the operation

The use of a so-called "On Screen Display" (Display inserts) simplifies the digital receiver operation and reduces the number o f remote control keys. All functions are displayed on the screen and can be controlled with only few keys. Related functions are summarized as "MENU". The selected function is highlighted in colour. The " function keys" are represented by red, yellow, green and blue colored bars in the bottom line. These color bars represent di f ferent functions in the individual menus, which can be initiated by pressing the accordingly coloured key ("Multi-function key") on the remote control. The „Function keys" are only activated, i f an abbreviated name is indicated in the corresponding field. Key designations and terms, which appear in the OSD menu, are printed bold in this operating manual.

Help:

I f available, a help text can be displayed or exited in the menus by pressing the blue function key.

Disposal notes

The packing of your equipment is completely made up o f recyclable materials. Please dispose of these sorted accordingly by means o f the “Dual System”. This product may not be disposed via normal household waste at the end o f its service li fe, but must be delivered to a collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic devices. This is indicated out by the symbol on the product, the instruction manual or the packing. The materials are recyclable according to their designation. You help to protect the environment, i f you enable recycling, reuse of material or other types o f utilisation of end-of-li fe equipment. Please ask your municipal administration, where the next waste disposal is located. Ensure that the drained batteries o f the remote control are not put into the household waste, but are properly disposed (given to the specialised trade, hazardous waste).

Safety notes

For your own protection, please read the sa fety precautions care fully, be fore putting your new device in operation. The manufacturer does not assume responsibility for damages caused by inappropriate handling and by noncompliance with the safety precautions. > In order to ensure suf ficient ventilation, put the device on a flat, level underground and do not place any items on the cover of the device. The louvers are located there to enable the interior heat to disseminate. > Never place burning items, e.g. burning candles, on the device.

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> Never expose the device to dripping or splash-water and do not place any items filled with liquid, e.g. vases, on it. > Only operate the device in a moderate climate. > Never open the device! There is the danger o f an electric shock. A possibly necessary intervention may only be accomplished by training personnel. Disconnect the device from the mains in the following cases and request help from an expert: > The electric cable or the power supply plug is damaged > The device was exposed to humidity or liquid has penetrated > In the case o f substantial mal functions > In the case o f considerable exterior damages

Operational interruptions

The device should be disconnected from the mains during a thunderstorm or during longer operational interruptions (e.g. vacation).

4 Connections

The following references a b c etc., refer to the drawing.

4.1 Connecting to the cable network

a Connect the cable input of the receiver by means o f a suitable coaxial cable to the cable

connection outlet.

4.2 Connecting to a TV set

b Connect the receiver (SCART socket TV) and TV set (SCART socket) with a SCART cable.

Your television set, i f appropriately equipped, will automatically switch to AV and therefore to receiver operation when the digital receiver is turned on.

d Connect the receiver (Cable output) by means o f a suitable TV connection cable to the aerial input

of the TV set. To be able to watch digital cable programs on your TV set, switch to the external Scart

input (AV). The analogue cable programs continue to be set on the channel memories of your TV set

4.3 Videocassette recorder (VCR)

c Connect the videocassette recorder to the SCART socket VCR. The videocassette recorder

provides a switching signal to the digital receiver during playback. This enables the videocassette recorder signal to be supplied automatically to the TV set. I f your videocassette recorder does not

supply a switching voltage, switch your digital receiver by means o f the EXTERN key to the external

input AV. Return to normal operation by pressing this key again.

Connecting the DVB receiver to the

cable connection:

a. Connecting the cable input of the DVB receiver to

the antenna socket o f the cable network. b. Scart connection o f the DVB receiver to the TV set. c. Scart connection of the video cassette device to the

VCR-Scart socket of the DVB receiver.

d. Connecting the cable output of the receiver to the

antenna input o f TV set. e. Connecting the audio output o f the receiver to HiFi equipment. f. Power supply connection

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4.4 HiFi-amplifier

4.4.1 Analogue

e To achieve the best possible sound quality, you can connect the digital receiver to a HiFi-amplifier.

For this, connect the cinch socket Audio R and Audio L of the digital receiver by means of a

suitable cable to an input o f your HiFi-ampli fier (e.g. CD or AUX; Care ful, do not use the phono-input!).

4.4.2 Digital

e I f your amplifier is equipped with the appropriate electrical input, connect the socket AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL electrical (S/PDIF) to the electrical input o f your ampli fier.

The sampling rates 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz are available depending on the respective station. The Dolby digital signal (AC3) is also available at this output, i f broadcast.

4.5 Serial interface (RS 232)

The RS 232 interface enables updating the system software and preprogramming via the PC.

4.6 Mains connection

The digital receiver should only be connected to the mains, when the device has been connected to all appropriate components. This prevents the digital receiver or other components being destroyed.

f After making all connections, connect the receiver with the enclosed power cable to a power socket

230 V/50-60 Hz.

5 Initial installation After reading the safety notes and having connected the device as described in Chapter 4, turn the device on as described in Chapter 7. The installation assistant appears during the initial start-up.

AutoInstall

The installation assistant helps you to easily carry out the most important settings on the digital receiver. The required remote control keys are marked, in order to accomplish the settings during the

respective installation step. You can exit the initial installation at any time by pressing the red

function key. You can return to the previous installation step by means o f the green function key.

This enables you to correct incorrect inputs at any time. The initial installation demonstrated here is only exemplary. The precise initial installation procedure depends on the settings you have accomplished. Therefore please follow the instructions on the screen carefully.

Operating language

The AutoInstall installation assistant starts automatically during the initial start-up o f the device.

First, a selection window appears for the operating language.

> Highlight the required operating language with the arrow keys up/down

> Acknowledge with OK.

Audio language

> Select the pre ferred audio language with the arrow keys up/down. The required audio language

is set according to this selection after the search run, i f this is broadcast by the appropriate program.

> Acknowledge with OK, to accept the selection.

Setting the country

> Select the time zone with the arrow keys up/down corresponding to your country. The time as

well as sorting o f the favorites list is accomplished automatically according to your selection.

> Acknowledge with OK, to accept the selection and to continue to the station search function.

Select Screen format

> select whether your TV set has a 4:3 or 16:9 format.

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Station search function

> With the arrow keys up/down highlight the field All stations, i f you would like to look for free

and encoded programs or All unencoded stations, i f y ou only want to look for free programs.

> An automatic station search is started by pressing the OK key. The entire reception range o f the

receiver is scanned automatically for digital programs during this search. The found programs are stored automatically in the favorites list. This procedure can take some minutes. Please observe further screen inserts.

Software update

The digital receiver checks whether new software is available for the device via cable a fter you have carried out the station search function. I f new so ftware is available, you can automatically carry out a software update.

> Select the field Update with the arrow keys right/left and acknowledge with OK. The new

software is now downloaded to your device. This procedure can take some minutes.

Terminate the installation assistant

> Acknowledge the final message of the installation assistant with OK, in order to return to normal

operation.

6 Settings After you have now connected and started up your new digital receiver, it is possible, i f necessary, to optimize the digital receiver to your needs.

6.1 Operating language

This menu item enables you to set the menu language according to your requirements. To change the operating language proceed as follows:

> Call the Main menu with the Menu key.

> Now select the menu line Operating language, by highlighting this with the arrow keys

up/down.

> Acknowledge with OK. The Operating language submenu is displayed.

> Select the required language with the arrow keys up/down.

> Store the input by pressing the OK key.

> By pressing the Return key, you return to the Main menu without changes.

> Pressing the TV/Radio key returns you to normal operation.

6.2 Basic settings

Order to use your DVB receiver optimally, you can also adjust it to your individual applications.


> Select the Settings line with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge by pressing the OK key. The Settings submenu is displayed.

> Select the Basic settings line with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge with OK. The Basic settings menu is displayed.

> You can move the marker through the menu with the arrow keys up/down and change the

individual items as indicated. The following settings can be carried out:

6.2.1 Country

This function automatically changes summer to winter time and also automatically sets the time dif ference in relation to GMT.

> Indicate in the line Country using the arrow keys left/right the country, in which the device is

operated.

6.2.2 Time difference GMT (h)

Your device is equipped with a clock. This is synchronized by means of the cable reception to

Greenwich Mean Time. I f the setting None has been set under Country (Section 6.2.2), you must

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only correct the time according to your local time with the arrow keys right/left. This di f ference is

for Germany +1 hour, in the summer time +2 hours.

6.2.3 Standby clock

This line enables you to select, whether the time is displayed during standby operation.

> Using the arrow keys right/left turn the standby clock mode on or off.

6.2.4 Remote control code

Up to four dif ferent devices, using the same remote control code, can be operated with the remote control o f your receiver. Unintentional operating errors can occur, i f two receivers are used in the same room. To avoid these operating errors, set di f ferent remote control options for each receiver.

> For this purpose, actuate the SAT1 or SAT2 key in this line and simultaneously the OK key.

6.2.5 Exit basic settings

The accomplished settings are stored automatically when exiting the basic settings submenu.

> Pressing the Return key, returns you to the settings menu or

> Pressing the Menu key, returns you to normal operation.

6.3 Audio/Video settings

In order to optimize your digital receiver to your TV set, it is possible to accomplish further

settings in the Audio/Video Settings menu.


> Select the Settings line with the arrow keys up/down.


> Now select the line Audio/Video-Settings with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge with OK. The menu Audio/Video Settings is displayed.

> You can move the marker through the menu with the arrow keys up/down and change the

individual items as indicated. The following settings can be carried out:

6.3.1 Picture size

> Using the arrow keys left/right set the picture size appropriate for your TV set 4:3 or 16:9.

This function automatically adapts the picture size to your TV set.

6.3.2 Language (Audio signal)

> Set your pre ferred language in this line with the arrow keys left/right. This language is

automatically set a fter a search run, i f the language is broadcasted.

6.3.3 Language (Subtitles)

You can display subtitles with your DVB receiver. These are automatically displayed, i f the subtitle function is turned on and the speci fied language is broadcasted.

> Set the required subtitle language in this line with the arrow keys left/right or deactivate the

function. The subtitles can be turned on manually, i f this function is not activated. Available subtitles are

indicated by the Subtitle selection indication. Please also note section 7.14 o f the operating

manual.

6.3.4 TV SCART mode

> Set FBAS, RGB or S-Video in this line with the arrow keys left/right corresponding to your TV

set.

Set FBAS for standard TV sets.

6.3.5 VCR SCART mode

> Set FBAS or S-Video in this line with the arrow keys left/right corresponding to your video unit.

Set FBAS for standard units.

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6.3.6 Dolby Digital (AC3)

Various films are broadcast in Dolby Digital format. This is indicated by the Dolby sign in the in fo window after setting a program. You can hear these films in 5.1 channel Dolby Digital sound, i f you have a Dolby Digital 5.1 channel ampli fier. For this, is only necessary to connect the digital output Audio Out Digital (see section 4.4.2) o f your DVB receiver to the digital input o f your Dolby Digital 5.1 channel ampli fier. These broadcasts are automatically played in Dolby Digital format, i f the Dolby

Digital (AC3) function is turned (on).

The Dolby Digital Sound can be turned on manually, i f the function is not turned on (on). Please also

note section 7.6.1 of the operating manual.

> Turn the Dolby Digital (AC3) on or off with the arrow keys right/left.

6.3.7 Exit Audio/Video settings

The accomplished settings are stored automatically when exiting the Audio/Video settings submenu.

> Pressing the Return key, returns you to the settings menu

or

> Pressing the Menu key, returns you to normal operation.

7 Operation

7.1 Turning on and off

> Turn the digital receiver on by pressing the On/Standby key on the device or on the remote

control. > You turn the device o f f by pressing this key again on the device or on the remote control. > The device is now in standby, the time is thereby displayed on the device (i f activated in section 6.2.3). The device must be set again, i f this is not displayed. For this purpose turn the device on and receive e.g. ZDF for approximately 30 seconds in order to read in the time automatically.

7.2 Program selection

7.2.1 By means of the program up/down keys

> Select the programs with the Program keys up/down on the receiver or on the remote control, in

each case by one channel memory step.

7.2.2 By means of the numeric keyboard

> Enter the required program number by means o f the numeric keyboard.

For example:

1 for program position 1

1, then 4 for program position 14

2, then 3, then 4 for program position 234

When entering multi-digital program numbers, you have approximately three seconds time a fter pressing a key to complete the input. I f you only want to input a 1-digit or two-digit number, you can accelerate the changeover procedure by pressing the last digit for a longer period.

7.2.3 By means of the navigator (Program list)

> Press the OK key. The program list navigator now appears. Only TV programs are displayed

during TV operation and only radio programs during radio operation. The currently set program is marked.

> You can now select the required program with the arrow keys up/down.

> The selected program is set by pressing the OK key.

> Using the arrow keys up/down you can move the marker through the list by one line at a time.

> The arrow keys left/right enable scrolling through the list page-wise upwards or downwards.

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7.2.3.1 Select list

In order to facilitate finding programs, your device has dif ferent program lists available. You can

select your Favorites list (see section 8.1), or have the programs displayed in the automatically

sorted Complete list or according to providers.

> Press the OK key.

The active program list is displayed.

> The red function key Category opens a window with the program list types

(Favorites list, Supplier lists and Complete list). The active program list

type is marked.

> Select e.g. the program list type Complete list with the arrow keys up/down.


The alphabetically sorted complete list is displayed, containing all programs.



7.2.4 Calling locked programs

The message Device pin is displayed on the screen, i f a program protected by a child lock is called.

> Enter your device pin code by means o f the numeric keyboard. The required program will be set.

The pin code is always queried when turning on a locked program, i f you have made the setting on in

section 8.3.3. The pin code must however only be enter once during an operational phase to increase

your operating convenience. But please note section 7.3.2 when using an encryption

system Smartcard.

7.2.5 Infobox

The program position and name o f the set program is brie f ly displayed a fter each program change. Further program features are additionally displayed, such as e.g. for video text, for 16/9 broadcasts, for encoded programs. The broadcast, the EPG genre and the FSK age indication (Voluntary sel f control o f the film industry) is displayed.

7.3 Reception of encoded programs

Your device is equipped with an integrated encryption system, decoding system, enabling you to receive encoded programs. For this purpose you must first insert an encryption system Smartcard into the integrated Smartcard reader:

> Insert the Encryption System Smartcard into the card slot o f the integrated card reader (gold-

colored chip downwards). > Your digital receiver automatically checks the card reader, i f an encoded program is set and displays the program unencoded, i f a valid Smartcard is contained for this program.

7.3.1 Special functions

Some program positions o f fer you special functions. On multi feed channels you can e.g. watch dif ferent matches (e.g. games o f the German Football League), change audio channel s (e.g. Stadium/commentary) or camera perspectives (Formula 1). Some program providers also enable you to select the required start time for your film.

7.3.1.1 Multifeed options

Some programs o f fer a multi feed option. This function enables you, e.g. during a sport broadcast, to freely select di f ferent camera perspectives (Formula 1) or to change to dif ferent sports venues (German Football League). A note indicates that the program has the multi feed option.

> In order to select one o f the possible options, actuate the Option key. The available options are

then displayed in a selection window.

> Select the required option with the arrow keys up/down.


Your digital receiver now sets the selected option.

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7.3.1.2 Starting time selection/Picture selection

You have possibility o f selecting individual films at di f ferent times on some channels. These films can therefore be viewed whenever you like at di f ferent starting times. A note indicates that a channel provides a starting time/picture selection.

> In order to select one o f the possible starting times, press the Option key. A selection window

appears with the of fered starting times.

> Select the required starting time with the arrow keys up/down and acknowledge with OK. I f the

broadcast is activated for the set starting time you can view this at the required time.

7.3.2 Encryption System pin code

Your digital receiver is equipped with a child lock to block individual programs (see section 8.3). Programs unsuitable for children and encoded with an encryption system can furthermore be blocked beforehand by means of a child protection identi fication. In order to release the respective broadcast,

you must enter the Encryption System pin code. This pin code is stored on the Smartcard. This is

delivered together with the card. Do not mistake the Encryption System pin code with the

device pin code of the digital receiver (Section 8.3). A message is displayed, i f you turn a program

on, which is currently broadcasting a previously locked program.

> In order to release the program, enter by means o f the numeric keyboard the 4-digit Encryption

System pin code.

> The broadcast is released as soon as the correct pin code has been entered. You can repeat your pin

code input, i f it was entered incorrectly or exit the menu by pressing the Return key.

7.4 Volume adjustment

The volume o f your digital receiver can be adjusted. This facilitates handling o f the receiver, since you have all important functions on the remote control and only rarely must use the remote control o f your TV set. The volume retains the last adjustment when you turn your digital receiver on again.

> Regulate the volume o f your digital receiver with the Volume + louder key and with the Volume -

quieter key.

> Pressing the Sound off/on key turns the sound of f , renewed pressing o f this key turns the sound

on again.

7.5 Switching TV/Radio

> Your digital receiver switches to the last heard radio program by pressing the TV/ Radio key.

> The last viewed television program is reset by pressing the TV/Radio key again.

7.6 Selecting a different language

(TV operation) or station (Radio operation)

I f a TV program is broadcast in several languages or with several audio channels or i f several radio program are available on a radio program position, this is indicated by an insert. To select a dif ferent language or a di f ferent audio channel proceed as follows:

> Press the Option key.

A list o f the currently broadcast languages or radio program is displayed on the screen.

> Select the required language or required radio program with the arrow keys up/down and

acknowledge with OK . You can now listen to the broadcast in the set language. Your digital receiver

can also receive mono broadcasts.

> Using the arrow keys right\left you can listen to mono channel 1 ( ), mono channel 2 ( ) and

stereo ( ).

7.6.1 Dolby Digital (AC3 operation)

A broadcast transmitted in Dolby Digital Sound is indicated in the infobox by the Dolby sign when turning the program on. The program is automatically in this format, i f the Dolby Digital (AC3) function

has been activated according to section 6.3.6. I f the Dolby Digital (AC3) function has not been

activated, set your device manually to AC3 operation as follows:

> Press the Option key. I f broadcast, a list o f the currently transmitted languages and Dolby

Digital (AC 3) is displayed on the screen.

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> Select the Dolby Digital line with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge with OK. You can now listen to the broadcast in Dolby-Digital sound. I f you would like

your device to always be in the Dolby Digital mode, set your device as described in section 6.3.6 to the automatic AC3 function.

7.7 Return to last set program

> The last set program is reset by pressing the Return key on the remote control.

> The previously seen program is set by renewed pressing o f the key.

7.8 Display clock and program information

This function enables you to view program in formation concerning the turned on program.

> Press the Info key, to display in formation on the set program. An insert now appears in the lower

half o f the picture with the current time, the name o f the set program and the current broadcast with beginning and stop times, i f the required data has been transmitted by the station.

7.9 Further program information

I f broadcast, you can obtain further information on the turned on program by means of the program info function.

> Pressing the Info key twice opens a larger in fo window. Further information on the current program

is displayed.

> Longer information texts can be viewed line-wise by means of the arrow keys up/down

> The following program is displayed, i f transmitted, by pressing the Info key again.

> The insert disappears by pressing the Info key again.

7.10 Freeze image

> The current TV picture is displayed as a freeze image by pressing the Stop/Freeze image key.

> Pressing this key again returns you to normal operation.

7.11 Sleep timer

> Set the turnof f time o f the receiver from 15 minutes to 2 hours by pressing the Sleep timer key

repeatedly. The receiver goes to standby automatically a fter the set time has expired.

7.12 Channel information

> The data of the set channel are displayed by pressing the green function key (Channel-Info).

> The colored function keys enable you to additionally display Audio/Video in formation,

Program information and also in formation on the used encoding system (CA).

> Exit In fo with the Menu key.

7.13 Video text

7.13.1 Using the video text decoder of your TV set

The video text is fed to your TV set, i f transmitted. Use the remote control o f your TV set to operate

the video text. Set your digital receiver to FBAS operation (Section 6.3.4), i f disturbances should

occur on your TV set, such as overlay o f video text and picture content.

7.13.2 Using the internal video text decoder

You can alternatively also use the integrated TOP video text decoder, to have in formation displayed. The TOP video text subdivides all text pages into thematic groups and blocks, thereby giving a better overview of the video text. > Turn the program on, where you want to see the video text in formation.

> Pressing the video text key turns the video text on.

> Enter the required video text page by means of the numeric keyboard. Your input is displayed in

the upper le ft corner o f the screen. Page 100 always displays the contents o f the respective video text provider. Your device searches for the required page after entering the appropriate video text

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page. Since not all video text pages can be simultaneously transmitted, it can take a few seconds until your device has found the page and displays it on your TV screen.

> Use the red or green key to scroll forward or back through the pages.

> The yellow function key calls the video text group indicated in the yellow field.

> The blue function key calls the video text block indicated in the blue field.

7.13.2.1 Mixed operation

> Pressing the video text key again activates the mixed operation mode (simultaneous display o f the

video text information and TV picture).

7.13.2.2 Stop mode

> Pressing the Stop/Freeze image key displays in the inscription “Stop” in the upper left corner o f

the video text window. This prevents automatic scrolling of the video text.

> Pressing the Stop/Freeze image key again deactivates the stop mode.

7.13.2.3 Exiting video text

> Return to normal operation by pressing the Return key.

7.14 Subtitles

Transmitted subtitles are indicated by the insert Subtitle selection. These are automatically

displayed, i f you have activated the Subtitle function (according to section

6.3) but only i f these are broadcast in the selected language. Subtitles, which are only broadcast in other languages or by video text, can be set manually as follows.

> Press the Option key (possibly several times), until under the Subtitle insert a selection box

appears with the broadcast subtitle languages and /or the video text pages used for transmitting subtitles.

> Select the required language/video text page with the arrow keys up/down.


The subtitles are now displayed. These functions are only available, i f subtitles are actually being transmitted and this setting is available after a switch over procedure.

7.15 Electronic program guide EPG

Your digital receiver is equipped with an electronic program guide. This enables you to display the program in formation o f individual or several stations on the screen. You can quickly achieve an overview of the currently running program or o f the programs broadcast during the day or following days. The EPG function enables you to: - Display program content information on the screen - Select programs, which automatically start at the beginning o f their broadcast - Program timers - Search for and set programs by program type (Genre).

7.15.1 Importing the EPG data

Your device updates the program in formation at the update times set according to section 8.2 (EPG channel). The device must be in the standby mode for this purpose. The import procedure is displayed

on the screen by indicating the already imported EPG data (e.g. 038P for 38%). This function is not

carried out, i f your device is being used at this time. You can also start the import procedure manually

immediately a fter turning the device of f (the display indicates “oooo” ) by pressing the EPG key. The

already imported EPG data (e.g.038P) are displayed. The import duration depends on the number o f

imported programs. The maximum number possible to display is seven days in advance. This period is reduced with increasing number of program in the electronic program guide, due to the data quantity. You can decide, which programs are to be included in the "electronic program guide". These can be entered, as described in section 8.2.1.

7.15.2 Interrupting the import procedure

The import procedure can be interrupted by turning the digital receiver on (Key On/Standby). The last

updated EPG data are then available.

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7.15.3 Calling the electronic program guide

> Turn the digital receiver and the TV set on.

> Press the EPG key on the remote control o f the digital receiver. The electronic program guide is now

displayed on the screen. The programs that you have speci fied or were preset in the factory are displayed for your current programs (see also section 8.2). You can now inform yourself on the contents o f various programs with the EPG function. The EPG function is also available to set or mark down the required programs or to include them in the timer programming.

7.15.4 Now (Table with current program contents)

First, the EPG table “Now” is displayed with the currently broadcast programs. The yellow bar on the

right next to the program names displays the past broadcast time o f the current programs. The currently set program is marked.

> You can move the marking through the lines by the arrow keys up/down.

> To scroll the marking through the pages, press the arrow keys right/left. The EPG functions

(Section 7.15.7) are now available.

> To go to the EPG table “Later” press the yellow function key, (See section 7.15.5)

or

> Pressing the TV/Radio key, returns you to normal operation.

7.15.5 Later

> Using the yellow function key, you can call the table "Later" ( following programs). The EPG

functions (Section 7.15.7) are now available.

> To go to the EPG table “More” press the yellow function key (Section 7.15.6)

or

> Pressing the green function key or the Return key returns you to the previous EPG table “Now”

or

> Pressing the TV/Radio key, returns you to normal operation.

7.15.6 More

> The EPG table “More” is displayed by renewed pressing o f the yellow function key with activated

EPG table “Later”.

An additional time window is displayed in the header o f this table. The time o f the displayed EPG table is indicated in this time window.

> Pressing the yellow function key initiates scrolling by the time indicated in the yellow colored

field.

> Continuous scrolling is activated by continuously pressing the yellow function key. A clock is

displayed to facilitate a better overview.

> It is possible to scroll back through the tables by pressing the green function key. The individual

days o f the week are displayed on the lower edge o f the screen. The appropriate fields are marked, i f the information is available for these following days.

> In order to achieve an overview over a required day, press the number key on the numeric

keyboard corresponding to the day o f the week.

or

> Pressing the Return key returns you to the “Later” table.

7.15.7 EPG functions

In order to carry out the following EPG functions, call the EPG as described in Section 7.15.3.

7.15.7.1 EPG-Info

The EPG-Info enables you to display brief in formation on the marked program or on the marked

broadcast. Available EPG-Info is identi fied by next to the appropriate program.

> Select the required program with the arrow keys or function keys.

> Press the EPG , to display the in formation. It is possible to move or scroll through longer in formation

texts with the arrow keys.

> Pressing the Return key returns you to the previous table.

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7.15.7.2 EPG timer programming

You can easily program timer events by means of the electronic program guide EPG.

> Select the required program with the arrow keys or function keys.

> Press the red function key Timer, to open a selection window.

> Select the with the arrow keys up/down the required Timer type (See section 7.16).


For control purposes, the Timer administration menu is displayed with the data of the selected

program. I f necessary, you can carry out changes here (see 7.16).

> Pressing the Return key returns you to the previous table. The appropriate line is marked. Your

device is now turned on according to time type at the beginning o f the selected program. I f the device

was turned on by the video recorder timer, this is indicated by “rEc” in the display. Most o f the remote

control functions are deactivated, to prevent accidental aborting o f the recording. The active timer is indicated by the flashing o f the two dots in the time display or LED in the standby mode.

Deleting the EPG timer event

> I f you want to cancel an EPG programd timer event, proceed as follows to mark the appropriate program.

> Press the red function key Timer, to open the selection window.

> Select the Delete timer line with the arrow keys up/down.


> In order to interrupt an active timer, turn the digital receiver o f f with the On/Standby key.

> You can then turn the receiver on by pressing the key again and use it without restrictions.

7.15.7.3 EPG program overview

The EPG program overview enables you to display a table with the daily program o f an individual station. Proceed as follows:

> Press the EPG key.

The EPG table “Now” is displayed.

> Press the blue function key EPG Menu to open a selection window.

> Select the Program line with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge with OK. The daily overview o f the set program is now displayed.

> Using the arrow keys, you can now set the marker to the required program or time. The individual

days o f the week are displayed on the lower edge o f the screen. The appropriate fields are marked, i f the information is available for these following days. > To display the program contents o f the required day, press the numeric key corresponding to the

week day on the numeric keyboard.

Displaying the EPG overview of other programs

> Press the green function key Programs. A list o f the EPG programs is displayed.

> You can now select the required program with the arrow keys.

> The EPG overview of the marked program is displayed by pressing the OK key.

7.15.7.4 EPG overview according to program types (Genre)

I f you are interested in speci fic program types, you can display the program information according to specific genres, e.g. film, news, etc.

> Press the EPG key.

The EPG table “Now” is displayed.

> Press the blue function key EPG Menu, to open a selection window.

> Select the Genres line with the arrow keys up/down.


> With the green function key Genres you can open a window with the available program types.

> Select the required program types with the arrow keys up/down and acknowledge with OK .

The daily overview now exclusively displays programs o f the selected program type.

> Using the arrow keys up/down, you can now set the marker to the required program.

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> You can scroll through the pages with the arrow keys right/left. The individual days o f the week

are displayed on the lower edge o f the screen. The appropriate fields are marked, i f the in formation is available for the following days. > To display the program contents o f a required day, press the numeric key corresponding to the week

day on the numeric keyboard.

7.15.8 Terminating EPG

> Return to normal operation by pressing the Menu or TV/Radio key.

7.16 Timer recordings

Your receiver is equipped with a video recorder timer and station change timer. These timers only dif fer with regard to programming by indication of the appropriate timer type. You can program the timer either manually as described in this chapter or as explained in Section 7.15.7.2 by means o f the EPG function.

1. Video recorder timer

Your digital receiver is activated or deactivated by the video recorder timer, in order to record a program on a recording device in your absence, e.g. on a video recorder. Please note, that your video recorder must be programd to record a program.

I f the device was turned on by the video recorder timer, this is indicated by “rEc” in the display. Most

of the remote control functions are deactivated, to prevent accidental aborting o f the recording. The active timer is indicated by the flashing o f the two dots in the time display or LED in the standby mode.

2. Station change timer

In normal operation, your device sets the foreseen program when the required time has been reached. The device can be used as usual and is not turned o f f when the program has finished, in contrast to the settings o f the video recorder timer.

7.16.1 Manually programming the timer


> Select the Timer administration line with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge by pressing the OK key. The Timer administration submenu is displayed.

> Select the timer type with the arrow keys up/down, which you would like to use for programming.

> Pressing the OK key returns you to the input window for programming a new timer event.

Proceed as follows to program:

Source

> Select the Source column with the arrow keys.

> Press OK .

> Select the required source in the now displayed selection window with the arrow keys up/down

e.g. (TV or Radio).

> Acknowledge with OK. The TV or radio program list is now displayed according to the previous

selection.


> Using the arrow keys up/down you can move the marker through the list by one line at a time.

> The arrow keys left/right enable scrolling through the list page-wise upwards or downwards.

> This is stored in the timer by pressing the OK key.

Date

> Select the Date column with the arrow keys.

> Enter the date (4-digit) by means of the Numeric keyboard, at which the timer event is to take

place.

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Start

> Select the Start column with the arrow keys.

> Enter the starting time for the timer in this line by means o f the Numeric keyboard.

Stop

> Repeat the steps as described in "Start", in order to enter the stop time (except station change timer).

Repeat

> Select the Repeat column by means o f the arrow keys.

> Press the OK key.

A selection with di f ferent repetition options is displayed.

1x Timer on once

T Daily repetition

1 W Repetition once a week

1-5 Repetition only on workdays

6-7 Repetition only on the weekend

> Select the required function with the arrow keys up/down.

> The setting is taken over by pressing the OK key.

Storing the data in the memory

> After you have finished programming, press the yellow function key Accept, in order to store the

data in the memory. I f you selected a program locked according to Section 8.3 as Source, you must

first enter the pin code before storing the data in the memory.

> Return to normal operation by pressing the TV/Radio key.

7.16.2 Timer overview

The timer overview provides you with an overview of all already programd timer events.

> In order to go to the Timer overview menu, call the Timer administration menu, as described

above.

> Select the Timer overview line with the arrow keys up/down.


Overlapping timer events are highlighted in red.

7.16.3 Changing the timer programming

> In order to change an existing timer setting, select the timer event that you would like to change with

the arrow keys up/down.

> Pressing the yellow function key Change brings you to the settings of the highlighted timer.

Modify this according to Section 7.16.

> After you have finished programming, press the yellow function key Accept, to store the data in

the memory.

7.16.4 Deleting the timer programming

> In order to delete an existing timer setting, select it with the arrow keys up/down.

> Press the green function key Delete. The message is displayed “You really want to delete this

timer ?”

> Select YES with the arrow keys left/right.

> To delete the timer entry acknowledge with OK .

7.16.5 Programming a new timer event

> In order to program a new timer event, select the free line in the Timer overview menu with the

arrow keys up/down.

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> Pressing the yellow function key New opens the input window to program a new timer event.

Modify this according to Section 7.16.

> Select by means o f the arrow keys up/down the additionally displayed Type field.


A window opens to display the available timer types.

> Select the required timer types with the arrow keys up/down.

> To store the timer type acknowledge with OK.

> After you have finished programming, press the yellow function key Accept,

to store the data in the memory.

Note!!! Ensure that the device has also stored the time. This is visible on the display in the standby mode. I f this is not the case, leave your device switched to ZDF for approx. 30 seconds, so that the time can be read in. The time should now be displayed in the standby mode (is activated in Section 6.2.4).

8 Changing the basic programming

8.1 Configuring the favorites list

This section describes, how you can modi f y the favorites program list according to your requirements. This function is likewise required, in order to sort a newly found program into the list a fter a search run. For this you should know the following: Your device has two program lists available, the Favorites list and the Complete list. The favorites program list contains all programs, which you have included as described in the following. The complete list contains all programs. This section also describes how you can delete programs, which are blocked by a child lock or how to store them in the EPG. The favorites

program list is displayed when a program list is called by pressing the OK key.

8.1.1 Calling the program list administration In order to amend the favorites list, proceed as follows:


> Select the line TV list administration, to amend the TV list or Radio list administration, to

amend the radio list with the arrow keys up/down.


The program list administration is now displayed to amend the respective favorites list (TV or radio list). The favorites list is displayed in the right hal f o f the picture. This is now active, because the currently set program is highlighted. The alphabetically sorted complete list is visible on the left side of the screen. The complete list contains all available programs.

> The selection option jumps to the complete list a fter pressing the red function key. This is now

active.

> A selection window is displayed a fter pressing the red function key again. You now have the

possibility to display the sorted complete list according to various selection criteria (e.g. all stations, all

free, all new, all found, all English, etc.) or according to provider.

> Select the required program list with the arrow keys up/down (e.g. complete list).

> Acknowledge with OK. A further selection window is now displayed.

> Select the selection criteria, according to which the complete list is to be sorted with the arrow

keys up/down. Select e.g. All stations, to display all available programs in the complete list or All

new, in order to only display the stations newly found during the last search run or All English, in

order to only display English-language stations.


A program list, according to selection, is now displayed with e.g. all, all new or all English-language programs. Programs, which are already available in the favorites list, are marked with a checkmark.

> Pressing the red function key Complete list or the green function key TV list switches

between the favorites list and the complete list. The respective active list is highlighted.

8.1.2 Adding programs to the favorites list

In order to add programs from the complete list to the favorites list call the program list administration as described in Section 8.1.1. and change to the complete list.

> Press the blue function key Options.

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The available options are then displayed in a selection window.

> Select the line Add with the arrow keys up/down.


> Select the program that you would like to add to the list with the arrow keys up/down.

> The highlighted program is added to the favorites list by pressing the yellow function key Add.

Selecting blocks In order to select several programs at the same time proceed as follows:

> Pressing the OK key returns you to the selection mode. The selected program is marked on the le ft

side with a cross.

> Using the arrow keys up/down enables you to also select the following/previous programs.

> After selecting the required programs in this manner, press the yellow function key Add, in order to

store the selected programs in the favorites list.

8.1.3 Deleting programs

8.1.3.1 Removing (deleting) from the favorites list

In order to delete programs from the favorites list, call the program list administration as described in Section 8.1.1. Your are now in the favorites list.

> Press the blue function key Functions. A selection window is displayed with the available

functions.

> Select the Remove line with the arrow keys up/down.


> Select the program that you would like to delete from the list with the arrow keys up/down.

> Press the yellow function key Remove. The message “Remove program(s) from the list?” is

displayed.

> Select Yes or No. with the arrow keys left/right

> Acknowledge the input with OK .

> In order to remove several programs at the same time, proceed as described in 8.1.2 (Selecting blocks).

> After you have selected the required programs in this manner, press the yellow function key

Remove.

The message “Really delete the program(s)?” is displayed.

> Select Yes or No with the arrow keys left/right.

> Acknowledge the input with OK . These deleted programs are however retained in the complete list

and can be included in the favorites list again at any time.

8.1.3.2 Deleting from the complete list

To delete programs from the complete list, proceed as described in Section 8.1.3.1. A fter calling the

program list administration, press the red function key Programs to jump to the complete list, then

select the Delete option.

8.1.4 Sorting programs

To sort the programs contained in the favorites list according to your requirements, call the program list administration as described in Section 8.1.1.

> Press the blue function key Options. The window is displayed with the available options.

> Select the line Sort with the arrow keys up/down and acknowledge with OK.

> Now select the program that you want to locate at a di f f erent position in the list with the arrow

keys up/down.

> Now press the yellow function key Sort. A double-headed arrow is now displayed next to the

selected program.

> You can now move the program to the required program list position with the arrow keys up/down

and / or the numeric keyboard.

> The program is stored at the new position by pressing the yellow function key Sort.

> In order to sort several programs at the same time, select as described in 8.1.2 (Selecting blocks).

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> Now press the yellow function key Sort. A double-headed arrow is now displayed next to the

selected program block.

> You can now move the selected program block to the required program list position with the arrow

keys up/down and / or the numeric keyboard.

> The program block is stored at the new position by pressing the yellow function key Sort.

> After configuring the program list according to your requirements in this manner, return to normal

operation by pressing the Menu key.

8.2 Programming the electronic program guide

Your device is able to receive additional EPG data from a data channel via cable. This enables an EPG preview of up to one week.


> Select the line Settings with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge by pressing the OK key.

The Settings submenu is displayed.

> Select the line Program guide with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge by pressing the OK key.

The Program guide menu is displayed.

> You can move the marker through the menu and amend individual positions as indicated with the

arrow keys up/down. Pay attention to the screen inserts when selecting a menu option, i f

applicable.

8.2.1 Selecting stations

In order to gain a better overview, you can program the electronic program guide EPG in such a way, that it only contains your favorite programs. Please note:

The more programs the electronic program guide contains, the longer it takes to import the EPG data! The maximum preview period of seven days can also not be attained with an increasing number o f programs in the electronic program guide.

> Press the OK key.

The favorites list o f the selected range (Radio or TV) is displayed. The currently set program is selected.

> Pressing the green function key switches between the TV and radio list.

> A selection window is displayed a fter pressing the red function key. You now have the option of

selecting the required program list type.

> Select the require program list type (e.g. favorites list) with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge with OK. The selected program list is displayed.

> Select the program that you would like to add to the electronic program guide with the arrow keys

up/down.

> The highlighted program is added to the electronic program guide by pressing the yellow function

key EPG.

> In order to simultaneously add several programs to the electronic program guide select them as described in 8.1.2 (Selecting blocks).

> After selecting the required programs in this manner, press the yellow function key EPG, in order

to store the selected programs in the electronic program guide.

> Return to normal operation by pressing the Menu key. You can now start the import procedure

manually:

> Turn the device o f f with the On/Standby key (Standby).

> “0000” is displayed, now press the EPG key. The device carries out the import procedure. This is

indicated by the message SFLd followed by the indication o f the already imported EPG data on the

display.

> The import procedure can be interrupted by turning the digital receiver on (Key On/Standby).

8.2.2 Start category

The electronic program guide has various representation modes (Categories).

Overview

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This representation o f fers you are quick overview o f all programs contained in the electronic program guide.

Programs This representation displays the table with the daily programs o f an individual station.

Genres I f you are interested in speci fic program type, you can display the program in formation according to specific genres, e.g. film, news, etc.

Last used The last used representation mode is always set when calling the EPG.

> Set the representation mode on this line with the arrow keys right/left, which should be displayed

when calling the electronic program guide.

> I f you select Genres, you can also use the arrow keys to select the preferred genre (e.g. film,

news, shows, etc.).

8.2.3 Update time

> Set time at which the automatic download of the EPG data should be accomplished in the line

Update time by means o f the numeric keyboard.

8.2.4 Update

> In order to receive the data channel, select the line Update.

> Set by pressing OK on. I f you do not want to receive the additional data or cannot receive the data

due to your location, turn the data reception option o f f .

> Set Update to off, in order to turn data reception of f .

8.2.5 EPG channel

> Press OK , to call the EPG channel submenu.

> To manually update the EPG data, press the red function key Start now. You can carry out

corrections in this menu, i f the data channel parameters for importing the EPG list have changed. Your specialized dealer can inform you on the current data channel. You should normally not have to amend this menu.

8.3 Protection of minors

Your device is equipped with a child lock. This enables you to protect important functions (e.g. calling the main menu) against unauthorized use. Furthermore, programs and recordings, which you have blocked, can only be viewed a fter entering a four-digit pin code (Device pin ). To amend the

Protection of minors menu proceed as follows:


> Select the line Settings with the arrow keys up/down.


> Select the line Protection of minors with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge by pressing the OK key. The Protection of minors menu is displayed.

> You can move the marker through the menu and amend individual positions as indicated with the

arrow keys up/down. Pay attention to the screen inserts when selecting a menu option, i f

applicable.

8.3.1 Selecting stations

> Press the OK key. The favorites list o f the selected range (Radio or TV) is displayed. The currently

set program is selected.

> Pressing the green function key switches between the TV and radio list.

> A selection window is displayed a fter pressing the red function key. You now have the option of

selecting the required program list type.

> Select the require program list type (e.g. favorites list) with the arrow keys up/ down.

> Acknowledge with OK. The selected program list is displayed.

> You can now select the program you want to block with the arrow keys.

> Pressing the yellow function key blocks the program. The child protection the symbol is displayed

next to the selected program.

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> In order to block several programs simultaneously, select them as described in 8.1.2 (Selecting

blocks) and block them by pressing the yellow function key.

> After configuring the program list according to your requirements in this manner, return to normal

operation by pressing the Menu key.

> In order to unblock individual programs, proceed as described above. Select the appropriate program

and remove the child protection symbol by pressing the yellow function key.

8.3.2 Changing the device pin

The device pin code is set in the factory to 0000.

> Press the OK key. The menu for amending the device pin code is displayed.

> Now enter the current device pin code by means of the numeric keyboard. (Factory settings

0000)

> Enter the required new device pin code by means o f the numeric keyboard.

> Repeat the input. > After you have changed the device in code the above described manner, you automatically return to the "Protection o f minors" menu.

Attention!

Do not forget the device pin code. I f this is the case however, please ask your specialized dealer for help!

8.3.3 Mode

> Turn the child lock on or off in this line with the arrow keys right/left.

8.4 Program search

Please note: Which digital programs you can receive with your receiver depends on in which cable network the receiver is operated. Your cable network provider can inform you appropriately. You must carry out a program search run, in order for your receiver to be able to receive the digital programs available in your cable network. You have the following options:

1. Automatic search

Select this search run, in order to search for programs throughout the entire reception frequency range of the receiver.

2. Extended search

Select this search run, in order to search for programs in a speci fic frequency or channel range or to carry out a network search run.

3. Manual search

Select this search run, in order to search through a speci fic frequency range for programs. After each search run, a message is displayed on the screen with the indication, how many programs your receiver found, how many were newly added and how many are encoded. New programs are stored in the complete list and can then the stored according to Section 8.1 in the favorites list.

> First call the Main menu to initiate a program search run.

> Select the line Search for stations with the arrow keys up/down and acknowledge with OK .

The Search for stations submenu is displayed.

> Select the required search run method, which you want to accomplish with the arrow keys

up/down and acknowledge with OK.

8.4.1 Automatic search

The entire reception range o f the receiver is scanned automatically for digital programs during this search run. You can decide, whether you want to search for all ( free and encoded) stations or only for free stations.

> Decide by pressing the OK key, whether you want to search for freely receivable programs (Free

stations) or also for encoded programs (All stations).

> Acknowledge by pressing the red function key Start search. The search run can take over 15

minutes. Pay attention to the screen inserts.

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8.4.2 Extended search/range search

The extended search/range search o f fers you two options for carrying out a program search run.

1. Frequency search

A frequency range defined by the user is searched for programs during the frequency search.

2. Channel search

A channel range defined by the user is searched for programs during the channel search. The channel search is faster than the frequency search.

> Press the OK key, to open a selection table with the available search run options.

> Select the search run method you would like to accomplish with the arrow keys up/down.


Start channel/Start frequency

> Select the Start channel or Start frequency field (only for frequency or channel search) with

the arrow keys up/down. Please note, that the start channel or the start frequency must be lower

than the stop channel or stop frequency.

> Select the start channel with the arrow keys right/left or enter the start frequency by means o f

the numeric keyboard (only during frequency or channel search).

Stop channel/Stop frequency

> Select the Stop channel or Stop frequency field with the arrow keys up/ down and proceed

as described above in order to enter the stop channel or the stop frequency (only doing frequency or channel search).

Symbol rates

Below the line Symbol rates you can see a list o f the symbol rates, which are to be considered

during a search run. In order to consider additional symbol rates during a search run, amend the list as follows:

> In order to add a new symbol rate, select by means of the arrow keys up/down the line Symbol

rates New and acknowledge with OK (only during frequency or channel search).

> Now enter by means o f the numeric keyboard a new symbol rate (only during frequency or

channel search). The newly entered symbol rate is added to the end of the list.

> In order to delete the symbol rate at the end o f the list, select by means o f the arrow keys

up/down the line Delete and then press the OK key (only during frequency or channel search).

You can decide in the line Search mode, i f you only want to search for freely receivable programs

or also for encoded programs.

Search mode

> Select the Search mode line with the arrow keys up/down and decide by pressing the OK key,

whether you only want to look for freely receivable programs (Only free) are also for encoded

programs (All).

> Press the red function key Start search to start the search run. The search run is started. The

search run can take over 15 minutes. Pay attention to further messages on the screen.

> You can abort the search run by pressing the red function key.

8.4.3 Manual search

You can selectively search through a frequency for programs (see Section 9 Technical terms). It is necessary to enter the following data for this purpose:

Channel frequency Enter the frequency, on which the required program is transmitted in this line.

> Select the line Channel frequency with the arrow keys up/down for this purpose.

> Enter the required frequency by means o f the numeric keyboard.

Symbol rate Enter the symbol rate, with which the program is transmitted, in this line.

> Select the line Symbol rate with the arrow keys up/down.

> Enter the required symbol rate in this line by means of the Numeric keyboard.

Modulation Enter the used modulation procedure in this line.

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> Select the line Modulation with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge (if necessary several times) the OK key, to enter the used modulation procedure.

> Acknowledge by pressing the red function key Start search. The search run is started. Pay

attention to further messages on the screen.

> You can abort the search run by pressing the red function key.

8.4.3.1 PID search

The PID search is available, in order to look for a specific program.

> Call the Menu will search menu as described above.

> Press the green function key PID search.

> Then select the lines PCR-PID, Audio-PID and Video-PID with the arrow keys up/down and

enter the appropriate numbers by means of the numeric keyboard.

> Start the search run by pressing the red function key Start search.

8.4.4 After the search run

The search run through the channels can be observed on the screen during the search run. After concluding the search run, the number o f found TV and radio programs, found new programs as well as encoded programs is displayed. A message is additionally displayed, asking whether you would like to store the found programs in the TV or radio list. I f you would like to store programs automatically, you

can decide whether these should be stored in the favorites list as sorted or unsorted.

Sorted The found programs are sorted in the favorites list according to a preprogramd list. The programs are thereby ordered according to the audio language set in Section 6.3.2 or according to the country set in Section 6.2.2.

Unsorted The newly found programs are just added to the end of the favorites list without sorting.

No The newly found programs are not added to the favorites list, but only to the complete list. To store the programs proceed as follows:

> Select with the arrow keys right/left, whether you would like to store the programs as sorted or

unsorted.

> Acknowledge with OK. Please observe further screen inserts.

Irrespective, o f whether you automatically stored the found programs in the favorites list, you can also store and sort them manually in the favorites list as described in Section 8.1.

> Pressing the Menu key returns you to normal operation.

8.5 Service settings

You can always revert to the factory settings at any time. You can also completely delete the program list, i f this is obsolete due to changes of the program providers, in order to then accomplish a new search run. Please ensure, that you initiate a search run a fter deleting and then copy the required programs contained in the complete list to the favorite list.


> Now select the menu line Settings, by highlighting this with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge with OK. The Settings submenu is displayed.

> Now select the line Service settings with the arrow keys up/down.

> Acknowledge with OK. The Service settings submenu is displayed.

8.5.1 Activate factory settings

The programming as set in the factory is reset a fter calling this function, your own settings are deleted

and the installation assistant AutoInstall is started.

> Select the Activate factory settings line with the arrow keys up/down.

> Press the OK key.

The message “Really activate factory settings?” is displayed.

> Select Yes or Abort with the arrow keys left/right.

> Acknowledge the input with OK .

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8.5.2 Deleting all programs

This function completely deletes the program memory.

> Select the line Delete all programs with the arrow keys up/down.

> Press the OK key. The message is displayed “Do you really want to delete all programs?”

> Select Yes or Abort with the arrow keys left/right.

> Acknowledge the input with OK

8.5.3 Updating the software

You also have the possibility to update the system software o f your digital receivers via cable (Update).

> Select the Update software line with the arrow keys up/down.

> The Update software submenu is opened after pressing the OK key.

> Select the Update time line with the arrow keys up/down.

> Set time at which the so ftware update should be accomplished in the line Update time by means

of the numeric keyboard.

> Then highlight by means of the arrow keys up/down the line Update.

> Set the so ftware update with the OK key to on.

> To manually start the update of the system software, press the red function key Test.


I f the data channel parameters for downloading the software update have changed, you can correct these in this menu as described in Section 8.4.3 (Manual program search). Your specialized dealer can inform you on the current data channel data. You should normally not have to amend this menu.

Note:

The digital receiver must be in the standby mode to automatically download the new

software. The download procedure is indicated by “CAbL” or “CAb0” to “CAb9”. This

procedure may not be interrupted e.g. by turning the device on or off.

Irrespective, o f whether you have turned the automatic sof tware update function on or o f f , the device automatically checks when it is turned on, whether a new system software is available for your digital receiver. Available new system software is indicated by a message on the screen. To update the software, follow the instructions on the screen.

8.5.4 Copying the settings

You have the possibility to copy all settings, such as the program list etc. o f your digital receiver (Transmitter) to another digital receiver (Receiver) o f the same type and same system software version. > For this purpose connect both devices with the zero modem cable. > Turn the (receiving) receiver on. > Press any key o f the (receiving) receiver to copy the settings. The settings o f the transmitting receiver are now trans ferred to the receiving receiver. Please observe the screen inserts.

8.6 System configuration

You can view of the speci fic device data (such as e.g. the current so ftware version) in this menu option.


> Select the Settings entry with the arrow keys up/down and acknowledge with OK .

> Now select in this line in the Settings submenu with the arrow keys up/down.



8.7 Encoding system

This menu option leads you to the submenus of the inserted Encryption System Smartcard. By

acknowledging with OK, you can call in formation on the used Smartcard.

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9 Technical data

Cable tuner:

Input frequency range 51.... 858 MHz Input level range 47 dBμV... 70 dBμV Tuner input IEC connector ( female) Input impedance 75 Ohm Tuner output IEC connector (male) Output impedance 75 Ohm Demodulation 16/32/64/128/256 QAM Symbol rate 3... 7 Mbaud/s FEC Reed-Solomon

Card reader:

Standard sized Smartcard reader for integrated CA-system

Demultiplexing: according to ISO 13818-1

Video decoding:

Video compression MPEG-2 and MPEG-1 compatible Up to MP@ML (main profile @ main level) Video standard PAL / 25 Hz Active screen area 720 pixel x 576 lines Picture size 4 : 3 / 16 : 9 Picture material 16:9 Automatic adaptation for 16:9 TV sets (via SCART) Letterbox filtering for 4:3 TV sets

Audio decoding:

Audio compression MPEG-1 & MPEG-2 Layer I and II Audio mode Dual (main/sub), Stereo Sampling rate 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz

Audio parameters:

Output analogue:

Output level L/R 0,5 V r.m.s. (nominal) Output impedance 600 Ohm THD > 60 dB ( 1 kHz ) S/N > 60 dB Crosstalk < -65 dB

Input analogue:

Output level l/r 0,5 V r.m.s. (nominal) Input impedance > 40 kOhm

Output digital:

SP/DIF output electrical, Cinch socket Dolby Digital AC3

Video parameters:

Output:

Output level FBAS 1 Vs-s +/- 0.3 dB at 75 Ohm Output level Y 1 Vs-s +/- 0.3 dB at 75 Ohm Output level C 1 Vs-s +/- 0.3 dB at 75 Ohm Output level RED 0,7 Vs-s +/- 0.1 dB at 75 Ohm Output level GREEN 0,7 Vs-s +/- 0.1 dB at 75 Ohm Output level BLUE 0,7 Vs-s +/- 0.1 dB at 75 Ohm S/N evaluated > 60 dB

Video text

Teletext filtering according to ETS 300 472 Standard Sampling teletext data (FBAS) according to ITU-R BT.653-2 lines: 6-22 and 320-335 Soft-video text 1000 page memory

TV-SCART:

Output: FBAS, RGB or S-Video

VCR-SCART:

Input: FBAS; RGB or S-Video Output: FBAS or S-Video

Display:

LED 4-digit 7-segment display

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Serial interface RS 232

Type RS 232, bidirectional Bit rate 115,2 kBit/s max. Connector Mini DIN connector, 3-pole Function Update f. system software and preprogramming

Program memory:

Program number favorites list TV: 999 TV program Program number favorites list radio: 999 radio programs Complete list TV/Radio: In all 4000 programs possible in the complete list

EPG data:

EPG preview: maximum seven days in advance

Timer:

Events: maximum 30 events, one year in advance

Remote control system: RC-5

Subsystem address 8 (SAT 1), 10 (SAT 2) Modulation frequency 36 kHz In frared wavelength 950 nm

Power supply

Switching power supply:

Power consumption

3,8 W in standby mode (clock o f f) 4,4 W in standby mode (clock on) 10 W during operation

Nominal voltage: 230 V / 50 Hz AC

Input voltage: 180 250 V / 50 Hz AC

General:

Dimensions (WxDxH): 205 mm x 130 mm x 40... 43 mm Weight: approximately 375 g

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