Notice
Copyright (Copyright © 2001 HUMAX Corporation)
Not to be copied, used or translated in part or whole without HUMAX’s prior consent in
writing except approval of ownership of copyright and copyright law.
Trademarks
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‘Dolby’ and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Thank you for purchasing a HUMAX Digital Cable Set-Top Box.
Please read this User Manual carefully to be able to safely install, use and maintain the
Set-Top Box at maximum performance. We suggest that you keep this user manual
next to your Set-Top Box for future reference.
Warranty Exclusions
Warranty is not applicable in case other than defects in materials or workmanship and in
particular, does not cover:
• Defects caused by unauthorized repair, maintenance, modification or improper use,
use of non-HUMAX / non-Hathway parts and components not supplied by HUMAX /
Hathway.
• Defects caused by lightning, water, fire, acts of war, public disturbance or any other
cause beyond Hathway’s control.
• Products where the label bearing the serial number has been tampered, defiled,
removed or illegible.
• Products where the warning label on main PCB boards is broken.
• Defects caused by use of illegal software.
NB: The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
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SPECIAL NOTICE
DO NOT SWITCH OFF THE SET-TOP BOX
• THE SET-TOP BOX SHOULD ALWAYS BE KEPT IN THE STANDBY MODE WHILE
NOT WATCHING TV AND SHOULD NOT BE POWERED OFF FROM THE 230 V MAINS
SWITCH OUTLET EVEN OVERNIGHT.
• IF THE SET-TOP BOX IS SWITCHED OFF FROM THE MAINS, IT WILL NOT RECEIVE
IMPORTANT UPDATES AND INFORMATION TRANSMITTED FROM THE HEADEND
OVER THE CABLE.
• ALSO THE SET-TOP BOX WILL TAKE AT LEAST 20 SECONDS EVERY TIME TO
SWITCH ON IF THE MAINS POWER WAS SWITCHED OFF.
SMART CARD
• THE SMART CARD SHOULD BE INSERTED GENTLY INTO THE SMART CARD SLOT
TILL IT STOPS. ABOUT 1 CM OF THE CARD WILL REMAIN OUTSIDE.
VIEWING ANALOG FREE-TO-AIR
• THIS SET-TOP-BOX PROCESSES ONLY DIGITAL SIGNALS AND THE ANALOG
FREE-TO-AIR SIGNALS ARE SIMPLY LOOPED-THROUGH THE SET-TOP BOX.
HENCE THE STB HAS TO BE IN STANDBY MODE TO VIEW THE ANALOG FTA
CHANNELS. IF THE MAINS POWER TO THE STB IS SWITCHED OFF,
YOU CANNOT VIEW THE ANALOG FTA CHANNELS.
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Notice
Read this manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions provided.
For your safety, check what the result of each action will be.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Throughout the whole manual, pay special attention to the following marks that indicate
hazardous situations.
• Warning
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in (serious) injury.
• Caution
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could damage the equipment or other
apparatus.
• Note
Indicates additional information to the user to make the user aware of possible problems
and information of any importance to help the user to understand, to use and maintain
the installation.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove cover (or back).
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
personnel.
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside the product that
presents a risk of electrical shock or personal injury.
This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.
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Notice
Read this manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions provided.
For your safety, check what the result of each action will be.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Throughout the whole manual, pay special attention to the following marks that indicate
hazardous situations.
• Warning
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in (serious) injury.
• Caution
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could damage the equipment or other
apparatus.
• Note
Indicates additional information to the user to make the user aware of possible problems
and information of any importance to help the user to understand, to use and maintain
the installation.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not remove cover (or back).
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
personnel.
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside the product that
presents a risk of electrical shock or personal injury.
This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.
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Safety and Warning
This digital cable Set-Top Box has been manufactured to comply with international safety
standards. Please read the following safety precautions carefully.
Safety Instructions and Precautions
1. MAINS SUPPLY
90 - 250V AC 50/60Hz
Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
Disconnect the Set-Top Box from the mains before you start any maintenance or
installation procedures.
2. OVERLOADING
Do not overload a wall outlet, extension cord or adapter as this may result in
fire or shock.
3. LIQUIDS
The Set-Top Box should not be exposed to any liquids dripping or splashing onto it.
In addition, no objects filled with water, such as vases, should be placed on the
Set-Top Box.
4. CLEANING
Disconnect the Set-Top Box from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Use a light damp cloth (no solvents) to dust the Set-Top Box.
5. VENTILATION
The slots on the Set-Top Box must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit.
Do not stand the Set-Top Box on soft furnishings or carpets.
Do not stack any electronic equipment on top of the Set-Top Box.
6. ATTACHMENTS
Do not use any unsupported attachments, as these may be hazardous or cause damage
to the Set-Top Box.
7. CONNECTION TO THE CABLE TV SIGNAL AND TV
Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet.
Always turn off the Set-Top Box, TV and other components before you connect or
disconnect any cables.
8. LOCATION
Place the Set-Top Box indoors to avoid exposing it to lightning, rain or sun.
Do not place it near a radiator or heater.
Make sure it has more than 10 cm clearance from any appliances susceptible to
electromagnetic influences, such as a TV or a VCR. Do not block these openings with
any object, and do not place the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
If you place the product on a rack or bookcase, ensure that there is adequate ventilation
and that you have followed the manufacturer’s instructions for mounting.
Do not place the product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table from where
it can fall. A falling product can cause serious injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the appliance
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9. LIGHTNING, STORM, or NOT IN USE
Unplug the product from the wall outlet and disconnect the Cable input during a
thunderstorm or when left unattended and unused for long periods of time.
This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power-surges.
10. EXTRANEOUS OBJECTS
Do not insert anything through the openings in the unit, where they can touch dangerous
voltage points or damage parts.
11. REPLACEMENT of PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer, or those that have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitution may result in additional damage to the unit.
Warning
1. Follow these directions in order not to damage the power cord or plug.
Do not modify or process the power cord or plug arbitrarily.
Do not bend or twist the power cord too much.
Make sure to disconnect the power cord with the plug held.
Keep heating appliances as far as possible from the power cord in order to prevent the
cover vinyl from melting.
2. Follow these directions. Failure to follow one of them may cause electrical shock.
Do not open the main body.
Do not insert metals or inflammable objects inside the product.
Do not touch the power plug with wet hands.
Disconnect the power cord in case of lightning.
3. Do not use the product when it is out of order. If you continue to use the product when
defective, a serious damage can be caused to it. Make sure to contact your local product
distributor if the product is out of order.
4. Please do not insert metal or extraneous objects into the slots for smart cards.
This can cause damage to the Set-Top Box and reduce its life span.
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Security Instructions
For your security and to prevent damage, please read the following safety instructions
carefully.
Power Related
Do not overload a wall outlet,
extension cord or adapter.
There is a danger of an electric
shock or fire.
Do not disconnect the power cord
by simply pulling the plug,
or with a wet hand.
There is a danger of an electric
shock or fire.
Avoid bending or twisting
the power cord.
There is a danger of an
electric shock or fire.
For Installation
The Set-Top Box should not be exposed
to any liquids such as water or moisture.
There is a danger of an electric shock
or fire.
Do not place inflammable objects
such as a candle or cigarette
on the Set-Top Box or near vents.
There is a danger of a fire.
Do not install in an airtight place.
There is a danger of a fire.
For Installation
Do not install in an unstable place.
Dropping the satellite broadcasting
Set-Top Box may damage the unit
or injure users.
Do not install in a place of extreme
temperature.
There is a danger of an electric
shock or fire.
Wipe off dust or water on the
power plug pin.
There is a danger of an
electric shock or fire.
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Cleaning
Disconnect the power cord in case of lightning or
a prolonged period of non use.
Disconnect the power cord before cleaning.
Avoid any water drips or splashes.
There is a danger of an electric shock or fire.
Do not wipe with benzene, paint thinner or alcohol.
There is a danger of an electric shock or fire.
Miscellaneous
Do not disassemble, attempt to fix,
or modify the Set-Top Box.
If the Set-Top Box is out of order,
contact your local Cable
Operator or nearest area Office.
There is a danger of an electric
shock or fire.
Do not use or place inflammable
spray or objects near the Cable
Set-Top Box. There is a danger of
an explosion or fire.
Objects filled with liquids (such as
a vase or fish bowl) should not be
placed on the apparatus.
There is a danger of an electric
shock or fire.
Miscellaneous
If there is any abnormal sound, smell or fumes from
the satellite Set-Top Box, disconnect the power plug,
and contact your local Cable Operator or your area office.
There is a danger of an electric shock or fire.
Do not step on the Cable Set-Top Box or place
heavy object on the Set-Top Box.
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Contents
1. Before using the Set-Top Box
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1.1 Package contents
1.2 Front Panel
1.3 Rear Panel
1.4 Remote Control
2. Set-up
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2.1 Connecting the Set-Top Box
2.2 Powering On
2.3 Configuration of the Set-Top Box
3. Watching a Cable Channel
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3.1 Turning the TV on for the first time
3.2 Selecting Channels
3.3 Adjusting Volume
3.4 Muting Sound
4. Using EPG
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4.1
EPG (Electronic Programme Manual) Screen Overview
4.2 Programme Schedules screen
4.3 Main Menu screen
4.4 Menu Map
4.5 Programme Banner
5. Functions Guide
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Overview of Frequently Used Functions
5.1 Using the Programme Guide
1 Accessing the Programme Schedule
2 Searching Programme Information
3 Finding a desired Programme in the guide
4 Reserve / Cancel Programme
5 Quick search
5.2 Using Favourite Channel
5.3 Searching by Programme Types
5.4 Parental Control Function
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5.5 Other Functions of EPG
1. Channels (
2. Programmes (
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Programme Schedule
Favourite Channels
Programme Type
Reserved Programmes
Audio Channels
3. Interactive (
4. B-Mail (
)
)
5. Personal Settings (
)
Parental Lock
Selecting alternate Audio
Select Sub-title
Account Status
Pay-Per View settings
Banner Duration
Re-tune booked programmes
6. System Settings (
Select your signal
Diagnostics
)
Urgent Message On / Off
Set up a new card
Advanced set-up.
Precautions
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Specifications
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1. Before using the Set-Top Box
This chapter describes detailed instructins on the product and its accessories.
1.1 Package Contents
Please check all package contents before using your Set-Top Box.
Receiver
User Man
ual
Remote Control Unit
User Manual
Smart Card
AA size batteries
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1.2 Front Panel
1. SMART CARD SLOT
Slot for a smart card.
The Smart Card is to be placed in the slot with the arrow “This way up” facing upwards
(i.e. Chip-side upwards).
NOTE: THE CARD IS TO BE INSERTED GENTLY TILL IT STOPS AND REMAINS
APPROX. 1 CM OUTSIDE.
2. CH-/+
Moves the TV/Radio channel up/down.
3. STANDBY Button
Switches between Operation and Standby modes.
While watching the analog Fee-To-Air Channels, the Set-Top Box should be in the
STANDBY mode.
NOTE: IF POWER TO THE STB IS SWITCHED OFF, YOU CANNOT VIEW THE
ANALOG FREE-TO-AIR CHANNELS.
1.3 Rear Panel
1. CABLE IN
Connect the incoming Cable-TV signal to the CABLE IN jack on the Set-Top Box.
2. CABLE OUT
Connect the outgoing cable from CABLE OUT to the TV set.
3. AUDIO R/L
Connect the AUDIO R to the TV AUDIO IN and AUDIO L to the TV AUDIO IN using
RCA-RCA cord.
4. VIDEO
Connect the VIDEO to your VIDEO IN of TV / VCR using RCA-RCA cord.
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1. Before using the Set-Top Box
1.4 Remote Control
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1. Standby
10. Radio
Switches between TV and Radio modes.
Switches between operation and standby
modes
11. FAV (Favourite)
2. Numerical(0~9) buttons
Press to display the list of the favourite
services.
Enters a TV/Radio channel number
3. V+/V-
12. For future use
Adjusts the audio volume.
13. CH+/-
4.
Changes the channel.
Exits whichever EPG screen you are on
and goes one screen back.
14. OK
Selects a menu or confirms the selected
operation. If pressed while watching a
TV Programme, displays the main menu.
5. Arrow buttons
Changes the channel or moves the cursor
up, down, left, or right.
15. ?
6. EPG
Press to display the Help box on the
screen. If pressed while watching a
programme, displays the programme
banner.
Displays the Programme Schedule.
7. Menu
Displays the Main Menu.
8. Red/Green/Yellow/Blue
16. +
Press this button to view additional
information about a TV programme,
while in EPG mode.
Pressing the button while viewing a
Programme allows one to select
alternate audio language and subtitling,
If available.
Select the corresponding color option
shown on-screen (for use with interactive
services).
9. MUTE
Mutes the audio. Press again to resume
audio.
Note: The Remote Control has a working range of 7 ~ 10mts from the Cable Set-Top Box
within an arc of 30 degrees to the left or right.
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2. Setup
This chapter describes how to set up the Set-Top Box. Select the most appropriate
procedure depending on your requirements.
Note: If you encounter any problem when setting up the Set-Top Box, please contact
your local Cable Operator or Area office.
2.1 Connecting the Set-Top Box
Connecting TV / Hi-Fi system
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INPUT
• Connect your CATV line to the CABLE IN socket on the Set-Top Box for receiving cable
services.
OUTPUT
• RF Output
Connect a cable from the CABLE OUT connector of the Cable Set-Top Box to the RF (Tuner) input
of the Television using a F to TV cord.
• Base-band Output
For best picture quality, it is recommended to use the A / V outputs of the Cable Set-Top Box.
• RCA A / V Cable are connected as in the figure above Please note the polarity for Left & Right
audio channel is correctly connected.
2.2 Powering On
1. Connect the power cord of the Set-Top Box to a wall outlet.
2. Power on by pressing STANDBY(
)button on the Remote Control or the STANDBY
button on the front of the Set-Top Box.
2.3 Configuration of the Set-Top Box
Since the process of configuring the Set-Top Box involves certain Network parameters,
you are requested to get the same carried out by your Cable Operator / nearest Area Office
personnel.
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3. Watching a Cable Channel
3.1 Turning the TV on for the first time after configuring Set-Top Box
The following figure illustrates the screen that appears when you turned on the TV for the first
time. When you switch on and change the channel for the first time, the Programme banner
caption appears briefly and disappears as shown below. (You can configure the duration of
the banner vide option ‘Banner Duration’ under ‘Personal Settings’)
• Right top of the screen: 3 digit Channel number and Channel name are displayed.
• Bottom of the screen: Channel number, Channel name, Programme duration and various
current programme are displayed.
Current Time
Programme Time Select
duration
Channel Number and
Channel Name
Programme Programme
rating Information
Channel
Select
3.2 To Select a Channel
Subscribers can select and watch their desired channel by performing any one of the
following procedures.
1. Press the CH+/- (
)button to select your desired channel.
2. If you know the 3 digit channel number of the desired channel, input channel number
directly by using the Numerical (0~9) buttons to view the channel.
3. Press the EPG(
)button on Remote Control to enter Programme Schedule screen,
button and OK( )buttons to select your desired channel.
use the
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4. You can go to Main Menu and select the Programme(
)icon and select “Programme
Type” and select by genre. For more information refer to Using the EPG section.
5. You can go to Main Menu and select the Channel(
button, select the desired channel.
)icon and using the
6. While viewing the “Program Banner”, you can scroll through the names of the available
channels and select the desired channel.
7. By using the FAV(
)button on the Remote Control and using CH+/- (
)button
thereafter.
3.3 To Adjust the Volume
You can adjust the volume using the V+/V- buttons on the Remote Control.
The volume level is displayed as a vertical bar on the left hand side of the TV Screen.
NOTE: YOU MAY ADJUST THE STB VOLUME SO THAT WHILE CHANGING BETWEEN
DIGITAL CHANNELS AND THE ANALOG FTA CHANNELS, THE CHANGE IN
VOLUME ON THE TV IS MINIMUM.
3.4 To Mute Sound
The Mute function is convenient to use when telephone or the doorbell rings.
Press the Mute(
)button to mute sound. Press the button once again to disable the mute
function.
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4. Using the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
4.1 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) Screen Overview
This section describes the various components and screens of the EPG.
1. Programme Schedule screen
Pressing the EPG(
)button displays the following Programme Schedule grid.
In this screen, you can view the Programme details of each channel. You can select the
desired Programme or event by selecting the programme and pressing the OK(
)buttons
on the Remote Control.
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2. Main Menu screen
Pressing the MENU(
)button while watching TV displays the following Main Menu screen.
(The TV programme is displayed in the window in 1/4 size.)
This is the Main page which lets you access all the features of the Set-Top Box through
the 6 icons at the top. Each icon has a sub-menu.
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4. Using the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
This is the Main page which lets you access all the features of the Set-Top Box through the
6 icons at the top. Each icon has a sub-menu.
The function of each icon on the EPG menu are as follows.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Channels
Programmes
Interactive
B-Mail
Personal Settings
System Settings
Note: If a menu is selected, the icon changes to a golden color.
In the above, the ‘Personal Settings’ icon is the one selected.
1. Press the
button to select an icon on the top of the screen.
2. The submenu of each selected icon is displayed on the left of the screen.
Press the
button to select this submenu. See detailed map on next page.
)button after selecting the menu that you want.
3. Press the OK(
4. If you want to cancel the selected menu and select another, press the Back(
)button.
5. Press the Help(
)button to view brief help information about each function.
)button to see the Programme information of the current programme
6. Press the +(
on the small TV screen.
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3. Menu Map
Channels
Programme Schedule
Favourite Channels
Programme Type
Programmes
Reserved Programmes
Audio Channels
AVAILABLE LATER
Interactive
B-Mail
Parental Lock
Select Audio 1
Select Audio 2
Select Subtitle Language
Account Status
Personal Settings
Pay-Per-View Account
Pay-Per-View Password
Select Key Code
Set Pay-Per-View Limit
Banner Duration
Retune Booked Programmes
Select your Signal
Diagonistics
System Settings
Urgent Message On/Off
Set Up A New Card
Advanced Setup
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4. Using EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
4. Program Banner
Whenever the TV is switched on or the channel changed, a banner automatically indicating
the current Programme title and time.
To view additional Programme information in this status, press the +(
You can search for Programmes on other channels or at different times in the grid using
the buttons.
Program Banner disappears automatically in a few seconds. To display Program Banner
again while watching TV, press the ?( )button.
)button.
Current Time
Programme Time Select
duration
Channel Number and
Channel Name
Programme Programme
rating Information
Channel
Select
Note:
• Programe Banner information appears for a while every time the channel is changed.
You can configure the display time of the caption in ‘Banner Duration’ by accessing the
Personal Settings icon.
Caution: The EPG screen of the User Manual may be different from the actual one.
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5. Functions Guide
OVERVIEW OF FREQUENTLY USED FUNCTIONS
In this section, you can learn about how to use several frequently-used functions of EPG.
• Programme Schedule
• Favourite Channel
• Programme Category Search
• Parental Control
5.1 Using the Programme Schedule
1. Accessing the Programme Schedule
You can select the Programme Schedule in two ways.
• Either press the EPG(
)button on the Remote Control.
)button to enter the Main Menu screen.
button and select the Programme( )icon on the top of the Main Menu
• Alternatively, press the MENU(
Press the
screen.
Using the
Press the OK(
button move to Programme Schedule from the options displayed.
)button, then the Programme Schedule will be displayed.
2. Searching for programme of interest
In the programme guide, you can search Programmes by channel and time with the
buttons of the Remote Control, and search Programme information for days
other than current day.
When a Programme is selected, press the +(
)button to view additional information
about the selected Programme.
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3. Viewing the programme of interest
Select
buttons on the Remote Control, and press the OK(
)button.
If your desired Programme is a Programme to be broadcast later, the Programme
reservation screen appears.
4. Reserve / Cancel Programme
• To reserve a Programme, select your desired Programme using the
and the OK( )button.
buttons,
• The Programme reservation screen as well as Programme information will be displayed.
Press the OK(
you watch the Programme by pressing the OK(
)button to reserve a Programme. (If your desired Programme is on air,
)button.)
The shows that the program has been reserved.
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• To cancel a reservation, go to the Programme(
“Reserved Programmes” and press the OK(
) in the Main Menu, move to
)button.
Then the “Reserved Programme” list will be displayed.
Select the Programme to cancel its reservation from the list, and press the OK(
button to cancel the reservation.
)
The
mark disappears showing that the reservation has been cancelled.
5. Quick Search
Press the Fast. Fwd / Rewind button in the Programme Schedule screen to display the
banner with Day and Time options. This option allows the user to skip to the Programme list
of some other day or time without having to scroll sequentially e.g to jump from Monday to
Thursday without having to scroll through Tuesday’s & Wednesday’s programmes.
You can move to your disired scheduled day using the
the button.
button and disired time using
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5.2 Using Favourite Channel
The Favourite channel function enables subscribers to select and watch Favourite channels
easily by using a single button on the Remote Control, once programmed.
Favourite channel configuration procedures are described below.
1. Select the Programmes(
using the button from the Main Menu. Then select ‘Favourite channels’ from the
detailed items displayed on the screen by using the button.
)icon from the icons on top of the Main Menu screen by
2. Select an number *none* from 900 *none* to 919 *none* in the MY FAVOURITES list in
the Favourite Channel configuration screen by using the button. Move to the
CHOICES list by using the button.
3. Select your desired channel beside the *none* item using CH+/- (
CHOICES and press the OK( )button.
)button within
Then the channel is specified as a Favourite channel and is moved to the Favourite
channel list.
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4. When you have configured a Favourite Channel, you can watch the channel by pressing
the FAV( )button on the Remote Control or by entering the number channel nember
900 - 919 on the Remote Control.
5. The favourite channels will also appear in the EPG grid, once programmed.
6. While in the favourite channel mode, pressing CH+/- (
)button will allow the user
to scroll within the programmed favourite channels.
Note: To delete a channel from the Favourite channel list, move the (Empty) item that is
at the side of the channel to delete from the channel list using the
Press the OK( )button. Then the Favourite channel is deleted.
button.
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5.3 Searching by Programme types
This function enables subscribers to easily find the channel that displays the desired type of
current Programme by the programme type e.g Movies, Education etc..
1. While turning on the TV, press the MENU(
)button to enter the Main Menu
2. Select the Programmes( )icon from the icons on the top of the Main Menu.
Select ‘Programme Type’ from the options displayed on the screen.
3. Move to your desired item from the Programme types displayed using the
buttons and press the OK(
)button.
Then all Programmes of that particular type that are scheduled for the day are
displayed with the channel number and time.
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4. Select your desired Programme and press the OK(
)button.
The Set-Top Box automatically tunes your TV to the selected programme.
Note: The following types of Programme categories are available.
1. Movie
2. News / Current Affairs
3. Shows / Game Shows
4. Sports
5. Children’s
6. Music / Ballet / Dance
7. Arts / Culture
8. Social / Politics / Economics
9. Education / Science
10. Leisure / Hobbies
11. Special Characteristics
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5.4 Using Parental Lock Function
This function enables subscribers to limit watching content for the protection of
children and teenagers based on the broadcasting grade of Programme.
Note: This function does not limit the event, but specific channels such as Movies,
that carries a Programme rating in the original broadcast.
To run the parental lock function, complete the following procedures.
1. While turning on the TV, press the MENU(
)button to enter Main Menu.
)icons on the top of the
2. Select ‘Parental Lock’ from the “Personal Settings”(
Main Menu. Then the following screen will appear.
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Press OK and the following screen will appear.
3. Input PIN code and then specify desired rating from the options displayed using the
button, and press OK(
)button.
Note:
• Default PIN code is ‘0000’.
You can configure the PIN code by using the ‘Select Key Code’ function in the
‘Personal Settings’ menu.
• Programmes of other ratings are not blocked.
Caution:
• Once the Parental Lock function is configured, all the Channels higher than the
specified grade will be blocked by an interruption screen while watching TV.
If you enter the PIN code at this time, then the interruption screen disappears,
and you can watch the Channel.
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5.5 Other function of EPG
Until now, this manual described frequently used functions in the EPG.
Now this section describes other functions provided by the EPG.
Note:
This is the Main page which lets you access all the features of the Set-Top Box through
the 6 icons at the top. Each icon has a sub-menu.
The function of each icon on the EPG menu are as follows.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Channels
Programmes
Interactive
B-Mail
Personal Settings
System Settings
Note: If a menu is selected, the icon changes to a golden color.
In the above, the ‘Personal Settings’ icon is the one selected.
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1. Press the
button to select an icon on the top of the screen.
2. The submenu of each selected icon is displayed on the left of the screen.
Press the
button to select this submenu. See detailed map on next page.
)button after selecting the menu that you want.
3. Press the OK(
4. If you want to cancel the selected menu and select another, press the Back(
)button.
5. Press the Help(
)button to view brief help information about each function.
)button to see the Programme information of the current programme
6. Press the +(
on the small TV screen.
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5. Functions Guide
1. Channels
Select the channels icon to display the complete channel list.
Select the desired channel by using the
Then the current Programme of the selected channel is displayed in the small screen.
Press the +( )button to view the Programme information.
To view selected channel in full screen, press OK( )button once again.
buttons and press OK(
)button.
Note: Programme information or Synopsis will be displayed only if it is sent by each
broadcaster
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2. Programmes
The Programme menu has 5 sub-menus as displayed on the screen below:
• Programme Schedule
In this screen you can view the Programme schedule grid for future.
For more information on using this function, refer to the Overview of
Frequently-Used Functions in the previous section.
• Favourite channels
This function allows you to configure desired Favourite channels.
For more information on using this function, refer to the Overview of
Frequently-Used Functions in the previous section.
• Programme Type
This function enables subscribers to easily find the channel that displays the desired type
of current Programme by the programme type e.g Movies, Education etc.
For more information on using this function, refer to the Overview of Frequently-Used
Functions in the previous section.
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5. Functions Guide
• Reserved Programmes
You can reserve a program that is to be broadcast in future using this function.
At that particular day and time, the TV set if ON, will automatically switch to the selected
programme.
For more information on using this function, refer to the Overview of
Frequently-Used Functions in the previous section.
• Radio channels
If you select a Radio channel, the list of available Radio channels is displayed.
Select your desired channel from the list to listen to quality audio.
3. Interactive
This feature is currently not available.
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4. B-Mail
This function receives various messages sent by your broadcaster.
You can view broadcaster’s official announcements.
When you receive a B-mail, the Envelope(
watching as shown below.
)icon will appear on the screen that you are
Press the MENU(
)button to go to Main Menu.
buttons, select the icon.
)button.
Using the
Press the OK(
The message will be displayed on the screen.
Up-to 8 B-mail messages can be stored in the Set-Top Box and when the 9th message is
received, it overwrites the first message.
If no messages have been received, when you access the B-mail icon, the screen
will display “NO MESSAGES’
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5. Functions Guide
5. Personal Settings
This function enables the subscriber to configure various EPG functions to one’s personal
requirement. This menu has following sub-menus:
• Parental Lock
This menu allows the subscriber to limit watching of broadcast material classified to
protect children and teenagers.
For more information on using this function, refer to the Overview of
Frequently-Used Functions in the previous section.
• Select Audio 1
• Select Audio 2
These 2 options allow the subscriber to select the audio language of their choice, if the
source programme is available in more than 1 language.
• Select Subtitle Language
You can configure the subtitle language to be displayed on the screen if the source
programme is supporting subtitling. Default configuration is English.
• Account Status
This function will be provided later.
• Pay-Per-View Account
This function will be provided later.
• Pay-Per-View Password
This function will be provided later.
• Select Key Code
This function allows configuration of the PIN code used in the overall EPG.
The default code is 0000
To configure a new PIN code, you have to input the existing PIN code
Thereafter you will be prompted to enter the new 4 digit numerical pin code
Confirm the new pin code by entering it once again.
The new pin code will now be operational.
Note: In case you forget your pin code, kindly contact your Cable Operator or closest
Area Office.
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• Set Pay-Per-View Limit
This function will be provided later.
• Banner Duration
This option allows the subscriber to configure the time period for which the channel
banner appears whenever selecting a channel.
If you do not want to see the information, set the value to 0 second.
• Retune Booked Programme
This option allows automatic switching to reserved Programme when the
Programme is broadcast.
If the ‘Yes’ option is selected and the Set-Top Box is in operation, it will automatically
tune to the reserved programme whenever the programme starts.
If the ‘No’ option is selected, the Set-Top Box will not tune to the reserved programme
and will continue to display current programme.
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5. Functions Guide
6. System Settings
Caution: This function is for installation personnel only.
Please do not use this function, if you are not familiar with the procedures for
configuration of Set-Top Box environment.
The selected screen consists of the following 5 menus.
Each menu provides the following function.
• Select Your Signal
To check the signal reception status, complete the following procedures.
1. Press the OK(
)button in the System Settings menu
2. The PIN code input window appears.
Input the configured PIN code and then press OK(
)button.
)button.
3. The Channel select screen appears.
Select the appropriate Channel, and press the OK(
Displays current signal status of the selected Channel by displaying signal
strength, signal quality and BER (Bit Error Rate). If the Set-Top Box is not properly
installed or there is a problem, the values displayed are very low.
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• Diagonistics
Set-Top Box hardware/software information display.
To view information on the operational environment of the Set-Top Box, complete the
following procedures.
1. Select ‘Diagonistics’ in ‘System Settings’ screen and then press the OK(
)button.
2. A new window appears displaying all information on current status including
Set-Top Box hardware, and software release notes, version, tuning status, etc.
• Urgent Message Display
This function allows the subscribers to determine whether to display urgent messages
on the screen immediately or not. You can enable or disable this function as follows:
1. Press “Urgent Message Display” in the “Systems Settings” menu.
Press the OK(
)button.
2. A new window appears allowing you to select ‘On’ or ‘Off’.
If ‘Enable’ is selected, the emergency message is displayed on the screen immediately
on arrival.
If ‘Disable’ is selected, the message icon is not displayed on the screen.
Note: In such a case, the user would not know if a new message has arrived.
To check for messages, the user has to access the B-mail icon.
• Set Up A New Card
This function enables copying the viewing information of the existing card to a new one
when you are replacing Set-Top Box card with a new card.
1. Select ‘Set Up A New Card ‘ option in the ‘Systems Setting’ menu and then press the
OK(
)button.
2. A screen appears asking you to confirm new card installation once again.
Select ‘Yes’ to proceed to the next step, or select ‘No’ to return to System Settings
menu screen.
3. Follow the instructions on the screen.
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5. Functions Guide
• Advanced Set-up
TV Setup
This function allows configuration of the picture ratio for the subscribers TV between 4:3
and 16:9.
1. Move to ‘Advanced Setup’ in the ‘System Settings’ screen and press the OK(
)
button.
2. The PIN code input window appears. Input the configured PIN code and then press the
OK( )button.
3. Select ‘TV Setup’ in the ‘Advanced Setup’ screen and then press the OK(
4. Configure the TV picture ratio appropriate to the user’s TV either 4:3 or 16:9 by using
the button and then press the OK( )button.
)button.
UHF Output Channel
This function allows selection of the RF output channel of the Set-Top Box.
The default setting is CH E36 (591.25 MHz)
1. Move to ‘Advanced Setup’ in the ‘System Settings’ screen and press the OK(
)button.
2. The PIN code input window appears. Input the configured PIN code and then press the
OK( )button.
3. Select ‘UHF Output Channel’ in the ‘Advanced Setup’ screen and then press the
OK( )button.
4. Select the disired UHF Channel from the list displayed and press OK(
)button.
5. The Set-Top Box will now provide its RF output on the chosen UHF Channel.
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Precautions
• Copyright(c) 2002 HUMAX Corporation.
• Not to be copied, used or translated in part or whole without HUMAX’s prior consent in
writing except approval of ownership of copyright and copyright law.
• The information in this document is subject to change without notice for enhancement of
the product function.
• This product is designed for home use (indoor installation).
Copyright(c) HUMAX All rights Reserved
is a registered trademark of HUMAX Corporation.
ND-1000C is a registered trademark of HUMAX Corporation.
All other product or company names mentioned herein are registered trademarks of their
respective companies.
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Specifications
HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Power Supply
Input Voltage
Type
AC 90~270, 50/ 60Hz
Switching Mode Power Supply(SMPS)
Power Consumption
Max. 15 W
Stand-by: Max. 5 W
Demodulator
Symbol Rate
Constellation
1.5 - 7 Ms/s
8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256QAM
Tuner
1 Input Connector
1 RF Output Connector (loop through out)
Frequency Range
Input Signal Level
F-Type Female
F-Type Female
47 MHz to 862 MHz
47 to 75 dBuV
Video Decoder
Transport stream
Profile Level
Input Rate
MPEG-2 ISO/IEC 13818
MPEG-2 Main Profile @ Main Level
Max. 15 Mbit/s
Video Formats
4:3, 16:9 Letter box(Default
Audio Decoder
Audio Decoding
Audio Mode
MPEG/MusiCam Layer I & II
Single / Dual mono / Stereo / Joint stereo
RF-Modulator
RF/Loop-through Output Connector
Output level
F -Type Female
72 dBuV
Frequency
470 MHz to 862 MHz
Output Channel
TV standard
UHF, CH 21-CH 69
PAL G
Preset Channel
Software changeable by Menu (Default is CH 36)
Conditional Access Interface
Smart Card Reader
1 Slot, ISO7816 Compatible
Memory
Flash Memory
2 Mbyte
8 Mbyte
16 Kbytes
Graphics (MPEG) & System Memory
EEPROM
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Front panel
Slot
1 Smart Card
Buttons
Indicators
3 Buttons (Stand-by On/Off, Channel up, Channel down)
1 LED (2 Colors) : Power On / Standby
Rear panel
Main Power Cable
Cable In
Fixed type on the body
1 Input, with loop-through
RCA
Cable Out
1 Video Output / 2 Audio Output (Left, Right)
1 within Tuner internally
Physical Specification
Size (W x H x D)
Weight(Net)
215 x 41 x 158 mm
1.3 kg
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Accessories
0 °C to +45°C
-10 °C to +70°C
Remote Control, User Manual, 2 Batteries(AA)
33 keys
Remote Control Unit
- Numerical button(0..9)
- EPG, Mute, TV/Radio, Back, OK
- Stand-by, Menu, Synopsis, Help, FAV
- Up, down, left, right, CH+, CH-, V+, V-
- Red/Opt+, Green/soundtrack,
- Yellow/subtitle, Blue/Freeze,
SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Main Features
Condition Access System
Middleware
NDS
NDS core
Basic System
MPEG-II Digital & Fully DVB Compliant.
EPG
NDS
Supports EBU and DVB subtitle
Subtitle
Audio Language
Auto language selection of program
with user setting in menu
On Screen Display
OSD Languages
Information Banner
Parental Control
Software Upgradeable
Finger printing
English
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
NB: The above specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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