2. To avoid electrical shock;
Do not open the main body. Do not insert metal or inflammable objects inside the product. Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. Disconnect the power cord in case of lightning.
3. To avoid damage of product;
Do not use the product when it is out of order. If you continue to use the product when defective, serious damage can be caused to it. Make sure to contact your local product distributor if the product is out of order. Do not insert metal or alien substance into the slots for the modules or Smartcards. It may cause damage to the product and reduce its life span.

4. Hard Disk Drive

Do not move the product or turn the power off suddenly while the hard disk drive is running. The company shall not be liable for any corruption of data on the hard disk drive caused by the carelessness or misuse of users.

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Contents
1. Before Using the Product. GB8
1.1 Package Contents. 1.2 Front Panel. 1.3 Conditional Access 1.4 Rear Panel. 1.5 Remote Control.. GB8. GB9 GB10 GB11 GB12 GB15 GB16 GB21 GB23 GB24

2. Setup. GB15

2.1 Connecting the Antenna. 2.2 Connecting the TV. 2.3 Connecting the TV and VCR. 2.4 Connecting the Audio System. 2.5 Powering On.
3. Installation Wizard. GB25

3.1 Search. GB25

4. Basic Operation. GB26
4.1 Switching Channel. 4.2 Volume Control. 4.3 Text and Interactive Services. 4.4 Programme Information (i-plate) 4.5 Option List. 4.6 Channel List. 4.7 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Screen. 4.8 Game.. GB26 GB26 GB26 GB27 GB28 GB31 GB32 GB33 GB34 GB36 GB37 GB38 GB38 GB39 GB40 GB41 GB42 GB42 GB43 GB44 GB47 GB50 GB50

5. PVR. GB34

5.1 Time Shifted Recording (TSR). 5.2 Recording. 5.3 Programme Playback in the Play List. 5.4 Chase Play. 5.5 Bookmark. 5.6 Additional Time Shift Operations.

6. Programme Guide. GB40

6.1 Viewing Programme Guide Information. 6.2 Selecting Channel Group. 6.3 Using Time Bar. 6.4 Schedule. 6.5 Finding Programmes. 7.1 Recorded Programme. 7.2 Recording Schedule. 7.3 HDD Control. 7.4 Recordings Start/End Time.

7. Record. GB44

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8. Preferences. GB51

8.1 Parental Control. 8.2 Language Setting. 8.3 Time Setting. 8.4 A/V Control. 8.5 Miscellaneous Settings. GB51 GB52 GB53 GB54 GB56

1. When equipped with an A/V receiver
Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI input on the product and the other end to the HDMI to DVI converter. Connect the DVI converter to the TV. Connect the product and the Dolby Digital decoder using an S/PDIF cable.

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2. When there is no A/V receiver available
In case you are not equipped with an A/V receiver, connect the product and the TV using an audio cable as follows. 1. Connect the product and the TV using an RCA cable. 2. Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI input on the product and the other end to the HDMI to DVI converter. 3. Connect the DVI converter to the TV. Note: You can also connect the product to the TV using the 3.5 Stereo Jack Cable to 2 RCA Y Cable. Caution: DO NOT CONNECT TO HEAD PHONE CONNECTOR ON TV!

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3. Using SCART Cable
Connect the product and the TV using a SCART cable.

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4. Using RCA Cable

Connect the product and the TV using an RCA cable.

RCA Cable

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2.3 Connecting the TV and VCR

1. Using SCART Cable

Connect the product and the TV/VCR using a SCART cable.

SCART Cable SCART Cable

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2. Using RF Cable
1. Connect the TV/VCR (LOOP OUT) of the product and the aerial input of the VCR using an RF cable. 2. Connect the aerial output of the VCR and the aerial input of the TV using an RF cable.

TV Antenna OUT

VCR Antenna IN

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2.4 Connecting the Audio System
Select the most appropriate procedure for your convenience. Connect the product and the audio system using an RCA cable. Connect the product and the Dolby Digital decoder for higher quality sound using an S/PDIF cable.

S/PDIF Cable

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2.5 Powering On
1. Connect the power cord of the product to a wall outlet. 2. Turn on the power switch located at the back left of the product. 3. Power on by pressing the STANDBY button of the remote control or the STANDBY button at the front of the product.

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3. Installation Wizard
This will guide you through the installation procedure to automatically search for the digital channels. (Installation wizard will also run after the product has been returned to default settings.)

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4.4 Programme Information (i-plate)
Programme information is always displayed for a certain period of time whenever you switch channels. You can view the programme information by pressing the i button while watching a programme. Press the EXIT button to hide the i-plate.

1. General Information

The general information is displayed on the screen as the following. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Channel number and name Programme name Detailed programme information: Displayed if detailed programme information is provided. Current channel list icon Current time Icons Displayed only when the programme is a split programme. Displayed only when the programme is a series programme. Displayed only if the programme is recording. Displayed only if the programme is reserved. Represents parental level. Indicates age classification level-if supplied by the broadcaster Displayed only when the channel is a locked channel. Displayed only when the channel is a scrambled (Pay TV channel) channel. Displayed only when subtitle information is available. Displayed only when the programme is broadcast in Dolby Digital. Displayed when the channel supports teletext (MHEG). Displayed when the channel supports data channel. 7. Next programme information: Displayed if next programme information is provided. Press the button to display the next programme information. 8. Programme broadcasting time and progress bar: Displays programme playing time and progress bar. Note: If there is no programme information available, programme information is not displayed.

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2. Detailed Programme Information.
You can see detailed information about the current programme. Press the i button when the i-plate is displayed to view detailed information. Note: Press the i button again to hide the information box. If the detail information is more than one page, use the / button to move to the previous/next page.

4.5 Option List

You can view and confirm detailed information about the current channel and change the information if necessary.
1. Adding a Channel to Favourite Group
You can add the current channel to favourite group immediately. Also, you can add channels to favourite groups. 1. Press the OPT+ button. 2. Select Favourite using the / button and press the OK or button. 3. Select favourite group using the / button and press the OK button to register for favourite group. 4. Press the OK button again on the selected favourite group to release the registered channel. 5. Move to the parent menu using the button to save the changes automatically. Note: For detailed information about how to change favourite group name and how to register favourite channels from the complete channel list, please refer to 4.6 Channel List.

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2. Subtitle
If the current programme provides subtitle information, you can select the language for the subtitle. 1. Press the OPT+ button. 2. Select Subtitle using the / button and press the OK or button. 3. Select the subtitle language using the / button and press the OK button. The subtitles will be displayed at the bottom of the screen. 4. Select Off from the subtitle menu to switch the subtitles off. Note: You also can change the subtitle by pressing the SUBTITLE button on the remote control. You can select a default subtitle language in MENUPreferencesLanguage SettingSubtitle Language.

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5. PVR
5.1 Time Shifted Recording (TSR)
You can perform TSR (Time Shifted Recording) and other functions similar to VCR functions using the playback control buttons while playing a programme. The product automatically saves the programme in the embedded hard disk drive temporarily, so that users can pause, play, fast rewind, fast forward, replay, etc. even while watching the currently broadcasting TV programme.

1. Time Bar

If you press the PLAY button while watching TV, the time bar information will be displayed. Time bar displays the current operation status, the time gap between the broadcasting point and watching point and the amount of temporarily saved programme.
1. Operation status 2. 3. Watching point time (hh:mm:ss) The amount of saved programme
4. Watching point 5. Broadcasting (Live) point 6. Current time (hh:mm)

2. Pause

If you press the PAUSE button on the remote control, the current programme is paused. If you press the PAUSE button once again, the programme is resumed from that point. Note: Pause makes the time gap or delay between the broadcasting (live) point and watching point. The time gap is equivalent to the period the programme was paused. Operations like slow motion and fast rewind also make the time gap. Press the STOP button to go to the live programme.

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3. Fast Rewind to Previous Scene
Press the FAST REWIND button on the remote control to watch the scene passed by. Each time you press the FAST REWIND button, the rewind speed increases. ( x2, x4, x16, x32, x64) If you press the PLAY button, the fast rewind operation stops and the programme is played at normal speed. Note: You can fast rewind back to the start point. If you reach the start point while rewinding, the programme is automatically played at normal speed from that point.
4. Fast Forward to the Next Scene
Press the FAST FORWARD button on the remote control to fast forward the programme. Each time you pressthe FAST FORWARD button, the speed increases. ( x2, x4, x16, x32, x64) If you press the PLAY button, the fast forward operation stops and the programme is played at normal speed. Note: You can use the fast forward operation only when there is a time gap between the current watching point and the broadcasting (live) point caused by some previous operations such as pause, slow motion or fast rewind. You can fast forward to the current broadcasting point. If the watching point reaches the broadcasting (live) point, the programme is automatically played at normal speed.

5. TSR Recording

Press the RECORD button on the remote control to record the current programme immediately. While the time shift operation records the programme temporarily, this record operation records the programme permanently so you can playback the recorded programme at any time. For more information about recording, refer to 5.2 Recording.
Adjusting the Recording End Time
Press the RECORD button while recording to adjust the recording end time. You can adjust the recording end time by -/+10 minutes using the / button, and then press the OK button to change the recording end time and hide the message screen.

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5.2 Recording
Using the built-in hard disk drive, you can record a programme without an external media device such as a VCR.

1. General Recording

Press the RECORD button on the remote control to record the current programme instantly. You can select the point you want to record using the / button. Press the RECORD button to start instant recording from that point. To record another channel, change channels while recording and press the RECORD button again. You can record up to two channels simultaneously. While doing so, you can perform TSR (Time Shifted Recording) and view the programmes on air. If you press the STOP button while recording two other channels, you will be prompted to select a recording you wish to stop. If a reserved recording is about to start while recording two other channels already, you will be prompted to stop one of the currently recording channels. Note: Ensure that there is enough free space before recording. If the free space on the hard disk drive is insufficient, recording will stop. Recording one hour of programme may require up to 2 or 3GB of hard disk space. The space for recording a 1 hour programme may differ depending on the programme. You can record radio programmes also.
2. Descrambling and Re-recording
You can descramble and re-record the recorded file. 1. Press the RECORD button at the point you want to record while playback. 2. Press the STOP button to stop recording. A pop-up message will appear. Select Yes and press the OK button. Then the recording will stop but the playback will continue. 3. To find new recorded files in the play list, press the PLAY LIST button.

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5.3 Programme Playback in the Play List
You can playback the recorded programme by pressing the PLAY LIST button. You can switch among VIDEO(TV), AUDIO (radio) and Selected Files list using the / button.

1. VIDEO/AUDIO List

7.1 Recorded Programme

1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select Record using the / button and press the OK or button. 3. Select Recorded Programme using the / button and press the OK or button. The recorded programme list appears. Note: The programme being recorded will be added to the recorded programme list after it has been recorded for at least 30 seconds. Press the i button to see the detailed information about the programme you have selected if provided. When two other reservations with auto tracking conflict, the reservation with the earlier start time starts recording first. If the reservations have the same start time, the one with the lower channel number starts first. Split Series Conflict Error Protect Lock Displayed only when the programme is a split programme. Displayed only when the programme is a series programme. Displayed only if the programme was not recorded due to the conflict with other reservations. Displayed only when the recording is stopped because of an unexpected error. Displayed when the channel is protected from deleting and editing. Displayed when the channel is a locked channel.
1. Selecting/Unselecting Recorded Programmes
1. Select a programme and press the GREEN button. You can select multiple programmes. 2. To unselect the selected programmes, press the GREEN button again.

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2. Deleting Recorded Programmes
1. After selecting reserved programmes using the GREEN button, press the RED button. 2. Select Yes and press the OK button to delete the recorded programmes. Note: If the protect option of the programme is set to Enable, you cannot delete the programme. Please refer to 7.1.4 Changing the Attribute. You can delete multi programmes except for the protected programmes. When Deleting Recordings please ensure that only the recording(s) that you wish to Delete are selected. Unselect any Recordings by pressing the GREEN button.
3. Trimming the Recorded Programme
1. Select a programme and press the YELLOW button to trim the recorded programme. 2. A pop-up will appear. Select Trim and press the OK button. 3. You can trim the recorded programme using the following functions. Note: You can trim recorded TV (Video) channels only.

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7.3 HDD Control
You can check the free space of the hard disk drive and format (erase) the disk drive if necessary. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select Record using the / button and press the OK or button. 3. Select HDD Control using the / button and press the OK or button. 4. You can check the free, used, reserved and total space of the HDD. 5. Select Format and press the OK button to remove all the recorded programmes saved on the HDD and initialise the HDD. 6. Select Yes when the format confirmation message appears and enter a password to start formatting the HDD. Note: The format deletes all the recorded programmes saved on the HDD including TV, radio, MP3s and photos.Formatting does not delete the system files of the product. A certain amount of space is reserved for TSR and PIP. Tip: The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact the Humax Customer Helpline.
7.4 Recordings Start/End Time
You can set the start/end time of recording. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select Record using the / button and press the OK or button. 3. Select Recordings Start/End Time using the / button and press the OK or button. 4. Select the time using the / button and press the OK button. Note: Auto tracking, split and series reservation in the programme guide are enabled only when Recordings Start/End Time is set to On Time.

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8. Preferences
You can set censorship and all other items suitable for your environment. Note: Press the BACK or button to save the changes and return to the previous menu. Press the MENU or EXIT button to exit from the menu screen. You can easily select all menu items using the assigned number for each menu.

8.1 Parental Control

You can set parental control for each programme and change the password. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select Preferences using the / button and press the OK or button. 3. Select Parental Control using the / button and press the OK or button. 4. When prompting message is displayed to ask password, enter the password using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons. Tip: The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your local product distributor.
1. Censorship Classification
Censorship Classification allows you to block programmes according to the age level you have set. 1. Select Censorship Classification using the / button and press the OK or button. 2. Select the required age level using the / button and press the OK button. Note: You have to enter the password to watch the programme which is blocked by the age level. Censorship Classification will only work if the required information is sent by the Broadcaster.

2. Change Password

You can change the current password. 1. Select Change Password using the / button and press the OK or button. 2. Enter New Password using the NUMERIC(0-9) buttons, select OK and press the OK button. 3. Enter the new password again to confirm Verify Password and select OK and press the OK button. Note: If you have changed and forgotten your password please contact the Humax Customer Helpline.

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8.5 Miscellaneous Settings
1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select Preferences using the / button and press the OK or button. 3. Select Miscellaneous Settings using the / button and press the OK or button.

1. i-Plate Display Time

You can set the duration of the information box to be displayed. 1. Select i-Plate Display Time using the / button and press the OK or button. 2. Select an option between 1~20 seconds using the / button and press the OK button. Note: When it is set to Disable, the i-plate will not be displayed when the channel is switched.

2. OSD Transparency

You can set the transparency of On Screen Display. 1. Select OSD Transparency using the / button and press the OK or button. 2. Select an option among Disable, 25, 50 and 75 using the / button and press the OK button.
3. Option in Channel List
You can set whether or not to display the scrambled icon in channel list and i-plate. 1. Select Option in CH List using the / button. 2. Select On/Off using the OK or button.

4. Instant Replay Time

You can make the current programme go back 7, 15 or 30 seconds. 1. Select Instant replay time using the / button and press the OK or button. 2. Select an option among 7, 15 and 30 using the / button and press the OK button.

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5. Commercial Skip Time
You can skip 15,30, 60 or 120 seconds of the unwanted scenes. 1. Select Commercial skip time using the / button and press the OK or button. 2. Select an option among 15, 30, 60 and 120 using the / button and press the OK button. Note: Press the BACK or button to save the changes and return to the previous menu, press the MENU or EXIT button to exit the menu screen. You can easily navigate all menus using the assigned number for each menu.
6. Power Saving in Standby
You can select whether the product switches to power saving mode in standby. 1. Select Power Saving in Standby using the / button. 2. Select from On and Off using the OK or button.

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9. Edit Channels

9.1 Edit Channel Lists

1. Press the MENU button. 2. Select Edit Channels using the / button and press the OK or button. 3. Select Edit Channel Lists using the / button and press the OK or button. 4. Press the OK or button in Group to select the group of channel list. Select the group using the / button and press the OK button. 5. Select a channel using the / button and press the OK button. You can select more than one channel. Select Delete/ Lock using the / button and press the OK button. 6. Select Select All/Unselect All using the / button and press the OK button to select/unselect all channels. Note: Press the TV/RADIO button to move to the TV or radio channel list directly. When the locked channel(s) is selected or all channels are locked, Lock is switched to Unlock. When you select Unlock and press the OK button, locked channel is switched to an unlocked channel. Tip: The default password is 0000. If you have forgotten your password, please contact your local product distributor.

Record

1 Parental Control 2 Language Setting 3 Time Setting 4 A/V Control 5 Miscellaneous Settings

Preferences

1 Edit Channel Lists 2 Edit Favourite Channels

Edit Channels

1 Automatic Search 2 Manual Search 3 Software Update 4 Default Setting

Installation

5 Antenna Power
1 Status 2 Signal Detection 3 Common Interface

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13.2 Trouble Shooting

Before contacting your local service centre, please read the tips below carefully. If the problem persists after completing the following procedure, please contact your local product distributor or service centre for further instructions. 1. No message displayed on the front panel. (The product will not switch on.)
Check the main power cable and make sure it is plugged into a suitable power outlet. Check that the mains supply is switched on. Check that the power switch is on at the rear of the product. (where applicable) Connect the power cable to a different power outlet. Make sure that the product is powered on and in operation mode. (Press the STANDBY button) Make sure that the AV cable is firmly connected to the TV. Make sure that the antenna cable is properly connected to the product. Check the brightness level of the TV. Check if the channel is currently on air. Contact the broadcaster to ensure that the channel is running. Press the SOURCE button if the product is in external input mode. Install the antenna in an obstacle-free place. Make sure there is no mobile phone or microwave oven near the product. Adjust the antenna direction to get the better picture. Set the antenna power in menu to On, if you use the active antenna to improve the reception. (where applicable) Check that your AV cable is connected correctly. Check the volume levels of your TV set and the product. Check if the product or TV is on mute. Check audio type or soundtrack option in the AV menu.

2. No picture on TV set

3. Poor picture/sound quality

4. No or poor sound

5. Remote control does not operate.
To control the product, the top end of the remote control should point directly towards the receiving part of the product. Remove and reinsert the batteries in the remote control. Replace the batteries in the remote control for a new set. Set the remote control from TV mode to DTV mode, if you use the universal remote control.

6. Cannot make reservations.
Check that no previous reservations are conflicting with the new reservation. Check that the product is switched on at the time of the reservation.
7. No password information is given.
The default password is always 0000.
8. Channel search does not work.
Make sure that the antenna is connected correctly. Use the appropriate antenna capable of receiving VHF or UHF channels for your area.
9. Cannot update new software.
You can get an update. If the product does not show a message requesting update, that means no software is available.

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10. Cannot watch scrambled channels.
Check that you have the appropriate CI-Module. Reinsert the CI-Module and make sure it initializes correctly. Check in the menu that the product is detecting the CI-Module. Check in the menu that you have a valid and working subscription to the channels you wish to view. Ensure that the CI-Module is not damaged.
11. Cannot watch pay channels.
Check in the menu that you have a valid and working subscription to the channels you wish to view. Contact your network operator for more information.
12. Cannot record progammes.
The hard disk is full. Delete unnecessary programmes and make space for new recording. Check if recording is overlapped with another channel. Stop the current recording or wait until the recording is finished.
13. Cannot operate the TSR (Time Shifted Recording).
The TSR may not be available during the recording. Wait until the recording is finished. Delete unnecessary programmes and make space for new recording.
14. The product makes a humming noise.
The noise is from the fan; the hard disk is operating normally. This kind of noise is inevitable but seldomly noticeable.

15. Cannot playback.

To play back the recorded file of a scrambled channel, use the Smartcard. In case it has been a long time since you last recorded, this may not work. Contact the product distributor. The signal during the recording may be weak or the hard disk too full.

23. The Installation menu is greyed out when I access the menu.
It is not possible to access the Installation menu when you are playing back a recording or when a recording is in progress. You will need to stop the playback/recording to access the menu.
24. When I switch my PVR on I receive the E-AC error message.
This error is caused by corrupt Application software; see the Software Download section for more information.
25. When I access the menu I no longer have a record icon in the menu, instead the menu options start with Preferences and Games appear at the bottom?
When the recording icon does not appear in the menu then the HDD has not initialised on start-up. Power off the PVR from the rear ON/OFF switch for 2 minutes and then power on again. If the record option is still no longer available please contact the Customer Helpline.
26. How do I change channels on the PVR? There are several ways to change channels, see the Channel Change instructions for more information:
1. Enter the channel number using the numeric keypad on the remote control. 2. Using the CH+ and CH- buttons on the remote. 3. Press the OK or LIST button on the remote to display the channel list, use the through the list, press OK to change to the channel you require or arrows to navigate
27. The Time on my PVR is not correct.
Go to MENU PREFERENCES TIME SETTINGS menu and change the GMT OFFSET in 1 hour intervals until the correct time is displayed. If the time is only several minutes incorrect then this may be an issue from the transmitter as the time is detected from the Digital Signal.
28. When my PVR is connected I am not able to receive any/all of the analogue channels on my TV.
Check that you have a RF (coaxial) cable connected from the TV/VCR output on the PVR to the aerial input of your TV set. If you not receiving all of the analogue channels then access the MENU PREFERENCES UHF TUNING menu and change the UHF Channel setting to a different number than 36 as this number (or a number close to 36) may be used for the analogue channel.
29. My EPG takes a long time to load each time I switch the PVR on.
The PVR does not store the EPG information in standby or powered off, instead it refreshes the information each time you switch on. The time take to populate all of the information may depend on the channel you are tuned to, it is recommended to go to BBC 1 where the information will be downloaded quicker.

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30. I receive the message Antenna Power has short-circuited.
To resolve this problem please access MENU INSTALLATION (enter your password as 0000 if you have not changed it), then switch the Antenna Power option to OFF, finally Exit the menu and the message will no long be displayed.

31. How to I receive new channels? There are 2 ways to receive new channels: Carry out an Automatic Search (instructions) Carry out a Default Setting (instructions) 32. I have received Analogue channels on my exiting TV without problems but I am not receiving any/all of the Digital channels?
The Analogue and Digital channels will not be sent in the same manor and at times will be sent from different transmitters. You cannot compare the Analogue channels signal/quality to the Digital channels. Please check that you are in a Freeview coverage area (www.dtg.org.uk or www.freeview.co.uk). You may be required to have your exiting aerial upgraded to receive digital channels.
33. When I press the TEXT or RED button the digital Telextext/Interactive menu does not appear? Follow the steps below:
Check if the facility is working on a different channel and then try the channel you wish to use Press GUIE or MENU and then EXIT and then after 10 seconds try to function again Power off the PVR for 30 seconds and then restart it and try the facility again
34. I am unable to access the EPG when I am playing back a recording
The EPG is not available when playing a recording, stop the recording and go to a live TV channel where you will be able to access the EPG
35. I am unable to use PiP (Picture in Picture) when recording or playing back a recording?
The PiP facility is not available when recording or playing back a recording.
36. When I try to playback a recording I am unable to see it on the full screen, instead it only plays back in the small thumbnail at the top of the screen.
When you access the Recorded Programmes menu and press play on the recording you wish to view, press the EXIT button on the remote control to see the recording on the full screen.

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13.3 Error Message
Error message No or bad signal Possible causes
The aerial is not pointing properly.

What to do

Adjust aerial. Check the cable from the aerial. If you cannot resolve the problem, you may need to have your aerial and installation tested by a professional.
The channel is scrambled or not available.

The channel has signal, but no audio or video. The channel is deleted by the broadcasting company. The channel is for data broadcasting. (Cannot watch the channel in usual way.)
Check if the channel is currently on air.
The audio is not available. CI-Module is not installed./ Invalid CI-Module
The channel has signal, but no audio. CI-Module is not installed. CI-Module is not properly inserted. CI-Module is broken.
Press the SOUNDTRACK button to check if the channel has audio. Install proper CI-Module. Pull out the CI-Module and plug it in. Replace CI-Module.

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13.4. Specification
Tuner & Channel Input Connector Frequency Range Signal Level Demodulation Mode FEC mode Guard Intervals MPEG Transport Stream A/V Decoding Transport Stream Profile Level Input Rate Aspect Ratio Video Resolution Audio Decoding Audio Mode A/V & Data In/Out Video Audio L/R RS-232C Power Supply Input Voltage Type Power Consumption Protection
90-250V a.c., 50/60Hz Switching Mode Power Supply (SMPS) Operation - Max 26W Power Saving in Standby - 0.9W Separate internal fuse & Lightning protection RCA/TV SCART/VCR SCART Video Output (CVBS, S-Video, RGB) RCA/TV SCART/VCR SCART Volume and Mute Control (Resolution:20bits DAC, MAX. 2Vrms) 9 PIN Male Socket MPEG-2 ISO/IEC 13818 MPEG2 MP@ML 15 Mbit/s Max 4:3, 16:x 576 MPEG/MusiCam Layer I & II Single /Dual mono/ Stereo /Joint stereo IEC 169-2 female 470 MHz to 858 MHz -70 to -10 dBm OFDM 2K, 8K 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6 & 7/8 1/4, 1/8, 1/16 & 1/32

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Physical Specification Size Weight (Net) Operating Temperature Storage Temperature
360 mm x 50 mm x 245 mm 2.9kg 0 C to +45 C -10 C to +70 C

GB75 Users Manual

13.5 Glossary
1. Aerial A device that collects and amplifies electromagnetic waves. Also called Antenna 2. Coaxial cable A specially designed and shields cable that can transport signals with high frequency 3. Frequency The property of a signal measured in cycles per second (=Hz). 4. FTA (Free- To-Air) An unscrambled broadcast allowing customers to view channels or services without paying any subscription. 5. HDD (Hard Disk Drive) The primary computer storage medium, which is made of one or more aluminum or glass platters, coated with a ferromagnetic material 6. MUX The transmitter/frequency/channel where the programme provider/operator transmit a package of digital channels/services. Usually there are several MUX frequencies with different or same content. 7. Network The collection of channels/services that a programme provider/operator offer. These services may be transmitted from one or several MUXes. In the transmitted data stream the operator may transmit a service information table(network information) that informs the Product about all available services in the network. 8. OSD (On Screen Display) OSD displays the basic information necessary for the users to configure monitor or TV settings. OSD information may include brightness, contrast, tuning, RGB adjustment, and screen size and position 9. OTA (Over The Air) A standard for the transmission of software for equipment, through a broadcast system. Manufacturers reserve the right for deciding the release of the software for their products. 10. PIP (Picture In Picture) A function that allows you to display 2 different TV channels (or TV inputs) on one screen. 11. PVR (Personal Video Recorder) Video recorder that can record and play back programmes directly using the embedded hard disk drive(s). 12. RF (Radio Frequency) Television signals are modulated onto RF signals and are then demodulated by your televisions or STBs tuner. 13. SCART A 21-pin connector standard to connect two pieces of Audio-Visual equipment such as a TV and a VCR. Each device will have a 21-pin female connection; a cable with male connection at both ends is used for connecting the devices. 14. S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface format) A standard format for the transfer of digital audio signals. It allows the transfer of digital audio between two devices without any conversion to and from analogue, which could degrade the signal quality. 15. Trick-Play Pause, Fast Forward/Fast Rewind, Slow Motion, Instant Replay, Commercial Skip, Repeat A-B. 16. TSR (Time Shifted Recording) A function that record the present programme temporarily to support trick-play.