GUDB20USB3 Digital Box
Instruction Manual
IMPORTANT: Please read all instructions
carefully before use and keep for future reference.
Contents
Digital TV
IMPORTANT: Use of any electrical equipment should be undertaken with care.
Please read the safety section on page 43 before using your Digital Box. This
appliance is for household use only.
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Your Digital Box....................... 4
Front panel
Rear panel
Advanced features........... 21-31
Favourites
Parental control
Censorship
Accessibility set-up
Using the main menu
Recording schedules
Using a VCR/DVD with your digital box
Managing your recorded programmes
Recorded programme icons
Copy
Search recorded programmes
Sort by name or by date
Rename a recording
Channel organiser
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Your remote control ................ 5
Connecting up......................... 6
Getting connected
Other connections
A Digital Box lets you access the free
digital channels that are broadcast in
the UK. It uses a digital signal, received
through your normal aerial and lets you
watch it through your existing television.
The Freeview+ digital TV recorder gives
you up to 48 digital TV channels which
you can pause, record and rewind at the
touch of a button (requires a USB stick
not supplied). And the real plus is that
there is no subscription or contract in
sight. For more information on FREEVIEW,
and to check reception in your area
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Getting started..................... 7-8
Install batteries in remote
Using your digital box for the first time
Inserting USB flash devices
TV set-up
Setting the viewing standard
General set-up
Basic features.................. 10-19
Using standby
Changing channels
Volume control
Programme guide
Now and next information
Pause live TV
Instant record
Record live TV
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Device management ........ 32-34
What’s in the box?
Free Space
Capacity
Status
Digital box
Remote control
2 batteries (AA/LR06)
Formatting
Compatible devices and formats
Lights on the front of the digital box
Managing clashes
Alternative recording
Record using the programme guide
Series record
Split programme
Play
Fast-forward a recording
Rewind a recording
Skip
Pause playback
Stop playback
Delete a recording
Schedule record summary
Schedule reports
Using audio description
Using subtitles
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Retuning instructions ...... 35-36
Retune channels
OK
SCART cable
RF (coaxial) cable
Troubleshooting............... 37-41
Understanding the messages on your
digital box
General problem solving
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User guide
Quick-start guide
AC mains adaptor
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Specifications....................... 42
Digital TV switchover
Using digital text
Help pages
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Your digital box
Front panel
Your remote control
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[�] Switches the receiver on
[HELP] Enters and exits the
USB •• Green LED
On when ready,
and off (into standby).
help screen.
flashes when playing
Power On/Off LED
flashes green and red
when remote control
is activated
[MUTE] Turns the digital box
[TEXT] Gives digital teletext,
volume off and on.
where available.
USB • Green LED
On when ready,
USB ••• Green LED
On when ready,
HELP
[SWAP] Switches between
the channel you’re watching
and the channel you were
previously watching.
[TV/AV] Selects the TV input
flashes when playing
flashes when playing
channels.
[VOL + –] Increases or
[P + –] Goes up and down
lowers the digital box volume.
the channel list.
[pqtu] Moves
[OK] Selects the options on
around the on-screen menus.
the on-screen menu.
OK
[MENU] Enters and exits the
[INFO] Gives programme
main menu screen.
information on the TV screen.
USB • Red LED
On when recording,
flashes when copying
USB ••• Red LED
On when recording,
flashes when copying
[•] Selects USB1 port. Instant
[GUIDE] Shows the TV
guide, also called electronic
Programme guide (EPG).
record to USB device in port 1.
[••] Selects USB2 port.
Instant record to USB device
in port 2.
USB •• Red LED
On when recording,
[EXIT] Exits the menu system
and goes back to the last
programme you were watching.
flashes when copying
[•••] Selects USB3 port.
Instant record to USB device
in port 3.
[
] [REWIND] Backward
[
] [FAST FORWARD]
Rear panel
search through a recorded
programme.
Forward search through a
recorded programme.
[®] [RECORD] Opens the
‘select device’ menu to record
current programme.
Aerial Input.
Connect the aerial
to this socket
AUX Scart
for connection to a VCR
or a DVD Recorder
[ ] [PAUSE] Pauses live TV
and starts recording. Pauses a
recording or playback.
5 Volt DC Input
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[u] [PLAY] Opens the
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[ ] [STOP] Stops a
recorded programmes list.
recording or playback.
[RGYB BUTTONS]
The red, green, yellow and
blue buttons change or go to
different options when on the
digital text pages. Also used for
menu navigation.
[0 to 9] Selects channels
and enters your PIN.
[AD] Switches audio
[SUB] Switches subtitles on
description on and off.
and off.
RF output.
Connect the supplied
RF cable to the TV.
TV Scart
Connection to TV
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Connecting up
Getting started
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Getting connected
Install batteries in remote
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Remove the battery cover. Insert two size AA
batteries so that the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks on the
batteries match the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks inside the
unit. Replace the battery cover.
Connecting to the TV with SCART
TV
Aerial lead
SCART cable
RF cable
Plug in and switch on
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Insert the Digital Box mains plug into a mains socket. The standby light on the front
will come on. Switch your TV on.
Other connections
Connecting to the TV and DVD recorder with SCART
SCART cable
Using your digital box for the first time
RF cable*
Press [�] on the remote control. The green
power light should light up on the front panel of
the digital box.
TV
Aerial lead
DVD/RECORDER
SCART cable*
Press [OK] on your remote control to begin
searching for digital channels.
RF cable
If you cannot see the picture, go to the trouble
shooting section of this guide.
* Not included in the box
You will then be asked to select your television
type – normal or wide screen.
1. Use [t] and [u] to select.
2. Press [OK] to accept.
3. If your aerial has been correctly inserted.
Press [OK] to continue.
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Getting started
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Usually, the search will take between two and five minutes, depending on the digital
TV service in your area. In some areas it may take longer (five to seven minutes).
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Inserting USB flash devices
You can insert a USB device at any time.
As channels are found, their names are listed on the TV screen.
Recommended USB flash device: USB2.0 HS (high speed) formatted as FAT32 is
compatible and should be used to ensure the best user experience. Please insert a
suitable device. Read the ‘Compatible devices and formats’ section on page 33.
When the scan has finished, the digital box will automatically switch to the first
channel in the list.
The receiver may pick up channels from
more than one region and you will be asked
to select the region you want to watch
channels from.
First make sure the digital box is positioned over a stable and even surface.
Insert the flash device into one of the USB ports labelled [•], [••] and [•••].
Look at the image below for guidance.
After a few seconds the green light next to the port should turn on indicating the
USB device has been inserted correctly and is in ‘ready’ status.
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Press [p] and [q] to select and [OK]
to choose.
You can now record, play and copy to this device.
You can now explore and enjoy the channels available on your digital TV service.
If the light does not turn on, the device is faulty, unformatted or is not a suitable
device.
Don’t Forget! When inserting a USB
device you may want to place one hand
on top of the digital box to ensure it
doesn’t move.
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Basic functions
Using standby
Basic functions
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1. To set a reminder, highlight a future
Changing channels
Programme guide
programme and press [green].
When you’re not watching TV, you should set
your digital box to standby.
The Programme guide shows a full list of
channels and programmes that are available
for the next eight days.
1. Press [CH+] or [CH-] on your remote
2. To watch a current programme, highlight
control to move through the channels.
the programme and press [OK].
To do this
The [SWAP] button lets you keep an eye
on two TV channels by switching between
the programme you are watching and the
programme you were previously watching. So
you can ‘hop’ between the two channels.
3. To exit the programme guide without
changing channel, press [exit], [guide] or
the [red] button.
1. Press [�] to switch between on (green
light on) and standby (red light on).
If no recordings are scheduled in the next 2
hours after 10 seconds the digital box will
go into low power mode. This is to save
energy. The red light will turn off.
Don’t Forget! Press and hold [p] or [q]
to move a page up and a page down.
To view a channels list
1. Press [OK] when watching live TV to
display list of all channels.
1. To come out of low power mode press [�].
2. To highlight a channel press [p] or [q].
Reminder
Whilst the box wakes up you will see the
following message. This takes a few seconds. 3. Press [OK] to view.
The reminder feature makes sure you never
miss your favourite programmes.
To choose a
particular channel
Using the programme guide
When you set a reminder for a programme,
there will be a reminder message on screen
when the programme starts.
1. Press the [guide] button.
1. Press one of the
buttons [0] to [9]
then press [OK].
2. Press [p] or [q] to move through the
The green light will turn on and so will the
digital box.
To set a reminder
list of channels.
1. Press the [guide] button.
To select two or three
digit channels (10
to 999), press the
number buttons you
need after each other,
then press [OK].
3. To move through the programmes press
The box will automatically wake from low
power mode every 2 hours and check for
scheduled recordings. The red light will be on
during this time.
[t] and [u].
2. To set a reminder, highlight a future
programme and press [green].
4. To move forwards one day, press [blue].
To move backwards, press [yellow].
The programme will be highlighted in green.
After 2 hrs. 59 min. of inactivity the box will
automatically go into low power mode.
5. To preview a current programme in
the small inset screen, highlight the
programme and press [info].
To watch a reminder programme
If you do not press [OK], the digital box will
change to the selected channel after about
one second.
When the reminder message appears press
the [red] button to cancel or [OK] to watch it.
A message will appear on screen before this
occurs. To cancel press [RED].
6. To see a favourites list, press [green].
If you plan to leave your digital box unattended
for a long time, put the digital box on standby
and wait 20 seconds before switching it off at
the mains.
7. To record the selected programme press
Volume control
the [®] button.
1. Press [Vol+] to raise the volume and
[Vol-] to lower the volume of your digital
box.
8. To select a device press [•], [••] or
[•••] or use [t] and [u] then press
[OK].
Don’t Forget! Scheduled recordings will
not take place if the box is switched off at
the mains.
The programme will be highlighted in red.
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Basic functions
Instant record
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Now and next information
Pause live TV
Record live TV
Now and next gives you information on
the current and next programmes on each
channel.
Pause live TV, lets you pause a programme
that you are watching and continue watching
it later.
Instant record, lets you record the channel
you’re watching at the touch of a button.
To record a programme that you’re watching
or that is about to start.
Press [•], [••] or [•••] to start recording.
1. Press the [®] button. The ‘device
1. To open the now and next menu press
[info]. This shows information on the
programme showing now.
To pause live TV
selection’ menu will open.
The programme will be recorded onto the
device selected.
1. While watching TV, press [PAUSE].
This will freeze the picture and sound.
If no device is inserted or the device selected
does not have enough free space for the
recording the ‘device selection’ menu will
open.
If subtitles are available the sub icon will
appear.
1. To see information on the programme
showing next, press [u].
1. To select a device press [•], [••] or
[•••] or use [p] and [q] then press
the [OK] button to begin recording.
2. To change the channel you want
information for press [p] or [q].
The ‘Recorded programme’ banner will
be displayed, indicating how long the
programme has been paused. The remainder
of the programme is automatically recorded
onto the USB device inserted with the most
available free space.
3. To watch the highlighted channel press
Don’t Forget! While recording it is also
possible to watch a previously recorded
programme.
2. To select a device press [•], [••] or
[•••] or use [p] and [q] then press
the [OK] button to begin recording.
[OK].
4. To exit the now and next menu without
changing channel press [exit].
3. To cancel press [RED]
To continue watching a paused programme
1. Press [PLAY].
If [OK] is not pressed within 30 seconds, the
recording menu will clear and the recording
will be cancelled.
To go back to watching live TV
1. Press [STOP].
To stop/cancel a recording
1. Press the [STOP] button and follow the
Paused programmes will appear on the
‘recorded programmes list’ like all other
recordings.
on-screen instructions.
To show the name and duration of the
programme showing now.
Don’t Forget! When watching a paused
programme. Fast-forwarding through the
adverts is a good way of catching up with
the live broadcast.
1. Press [u] when watching live TV.
Follow the on screen instructions -as above
- to view information on other channels or
watch another channel.
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Series record
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In the ‘Recorded library’ the programme will
appear split - as more than one recording.
Managing clashes
Record using the programme guide
If the programme you want to record clashes
with another programme or series scheduled
the ‘recording clash’ screen will show the
clash.
The easiest way to schedule a recording is by
using the programme guide. This lets you
review 8 days of programmes and quickly
choose the ones you wish to record.
If the programme you want to record is part
of a series you can set to record the entire
series when setting a recording.
Play
To watch a recorded programme
1. Press [PLAY].
1. Press [GREEN] to record an entire series.
The icon will show a series schedule is
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booked.
The ‘schedule screen’ will show any clashes
in your schedule over the next 8 days and
allow you to save your schedule.
1. Use [p] and [q] to select.
2. Press [RED] to cancel the recording you
Record using the programme guide
are scheduling.
1. Press the [GUIDE] button.
3. Press [BLUE] to cancel the clashing
schedule.
2. To select a device press [•], [••] or
2. Press [p, q, t, u] to highlight the
[•••] or use [t] and [u].
programme you want to record.
4. When you have cancelled the clash press
[OK] to schedule..
3. Use [p] or [q] to select the programme
3. Press [•], [••] or [•••] to set a
1. Use [p] and [q] to select.
you want to watch.
recording on the selected device.
Don’t Forget! If the programme
you want to record clashes with a
scheduled series, pressing [BLUE] will
cancel recording all the episodes in
the series schedule..
2. Press [RED] to cancel the recording you
or
are scheduling.
1. Press the [®] button.
3. Press [BLUE] to cancel the clashing
The ‘device selection’ bar will be displayed.
schedule.
1. To select a device press [•], [••] or
[•••] or use [t] and [u] then press
the [OK] button to set a recording.
4. Press [OK] to save the schedule.
Alternative recording
4. Press [OK] or [PLAY] to start playback.
5. Use [p] or [q] to select a play option.
6. Press [OK] or [PLAY] to start playback.
Split programme
If the programme you want to record clashes
at the time you are setting the recording but
is free at another time, possibly on another
channel, the recording will be scheduled.
The chosen programme will be highlighted
If the programme you are scheduling is split,
for example either side of the news, the
schedule will be set to record after the break.
in red, marked and will be added to your
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‘Recording schedule’.
1. To cancel press [RED].
The icon will show an alternative schedule
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The
icon will indicate the rest of the
is booked.
recording is scheduled.
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Fast-forward a recording
Skip
Delete a recording
Schedule record summary
While watching a recording, you can fast-
forward through the programme.
Whilst watching a recording you can skip
forward (through adverts for example) in 30
second, 1, 2, 3, 5 and 10 minute blocks.
The ‘Schedule record summary’ works out
how many recordings you have scheduled
with in a time frame and how much recording
space is needed for each USB device. It
allows you to view 24 hrs. and 8 days of
scheduled recordings.
1. Press [PLAY] to enter the ‘recorded library’
2. Press [•], [••] or [•••] or use [t] and
To fast-forward
[u] to select a device.
To set the Skip duration:
1. Press [FAST-FORWARD].
3. Use [p] and [q] to highlight the recording
1. Press [MENU], highlight ‘System set-up’
you want to delete and then press [BLUE].
2. Press [FAST-FORWARD] again to step up
through the fast-forward speeds (x3, x6,
x12, x24, x48).
and press [OK].
The DELETE icon will appear next to the
recording you want to delete.
2. Highlight ‘Recorded programme’ option
and press [OK].
3. Slow down the speed of fast-forward by
1. Press [OK].
pressing the [REWIND] button.
3. Highlight ‘Skip duration’ and press [OK].
The ‘Confirm Delete’ menu will open.
1. To cancel deletion, press [RED].
2. To confirm deletion, press [BLUE].
4. Fast-forward will continue until you press
[PLAY], [PAUSE] or [STOP] or until you
reach the end of the recording. When
you reach the end of the recording, the
‘Recorded library’ will open.
4. Use [t] and [u] to change the skip
duration.
To skip
1. Press [u] once to skip forward by the
set ‘Skip duration’. (If, for example, you
set the record duration to 2 minutes it will
skip forward by 2 minutes. Alternatively,
press [t] once to skip back by 2 minutes.
If you are fast forwarding a paused
programme, when you reach the end you will
go back to watching live TV.
Using the Schedule Record Summary
1. Press [MENU].
2. Press [q] to highlight ‘Recording planner’
2. Press [u] twice to skip forward 4
Rewind a recording
and press [OK].
minutes and so on.
While watching a recording, you can rewind
through the programme.
3. Press [q] to highlight ‘Schedule record
summary’ and press [OK].
Pause playback
To rewind
4. Press [t] and [u] to select the time
1. To pause a recording you are watching
press [PAUSE]. You can then press [PLAY]
to resume playback, or choose one of
the other playback options: fast-forward,
rewind or stop.
1. Press [REWIND].
period you want to view.
2. Press [REWIND] again to step up through
the rewind speeds (x3, x6, x12, x24, x48).
3. Slow down the speed of rewind by
2. During pause press [BLUE] to use slow-
pressing the [FAST-FORWARD] button.
motion.
4. Rewind will continue until you press
[PLAY], [PAUSE] or [STOP] or until you
reach the beginning of the recording,
when it will pause.
Stop playback
1. To stop a recording you are watching
press [STOP].
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Using subtitles
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Schedule reports
Using audio description
Using digital text
The ‘schedule reports’ screen lists any
scheduled recordings that have not been
booked because of a clash. It list future and
past attempted schedules.
Many programmes are broadcast with audio
description.
Many programmes are broadcast with
subtitles.
Your digital box gives you access to digital
text and teletext.
Digital text and teletext services vary
depending on the country and channel. Check
with your retailer or TV guide for more
information about the services available.
To set-up audio description
To set-up subtitles
1. Press [menu].
1. Press [menu].
To view the ‘schedule reports’ screen:
2. Press [3] or use [q] to highlight
2. Press [3] or use [q] to highlight
‘Accessibility set-up’ and press [OK].
‘Accessibility set-up’ and press [OK].
3. Use [q] to highlight ‘Audio description’.
3. Use [q] to highlight ‘Subtitles’.
4. Use [t] and [u] to select the language
4. Use [t] and [u] to select the language
you want, then press [OK].
you want, then press [OK].
To switch subtitles on and off
1. To see the text service on the channel you
1. Press [sub] on your remote control.
are watching, press [text].
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1. Press [MENU].
2. Depending on the service, you can see
these pages by typing in the page number
or by using the coloured buttons on
2. Press [q] to highlight ‘Recording planner’
and press [OK].
your remote control. See the on-screen
instructions for which buttons to press.
3. Press [q] to highlight ‘Schedule reports’
and press [OK].
Interactive digital text lets you interact with
some TV programmes and channels. If a
programme is interactive, the broadcaster’s
interactive symbol will be on the screen.
Some programmes are broadcast in more
than one language. When alternative
languages are available, they will be
displayed in the ‘audio’ menu.
4. Press [p] and [q] to select a
programme. Information about why the
recording did or will not happen will
appear above.
On some channels digital text is used as well
as, or instead of a picture. In this case, you
might need to wait a few more seconds for
the information to load.
5. Press [RED] to exit.
Freeview Plus checks schedules and if
possible fixes clashes on a regular basis.
Don’t Forget! Digital text does not work
when recording.
When a clash occurs Freeview Plus will
attempt to find an alternative showing for
the schedule or clashing programme.
If an alternative is found a recording will be
scheduled and marked
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If no alternative is found the schedule
attempt will appear in the ‘schedule reports’.
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Help pages
Advanced functions
Favourites
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Editing your list
1. Press [menu].
The help pages give you advice and
information on many of the features of this
digital box.
The favourites list lets you move up and down
a list of channels, ignoring the channels you
rarely or never watch.
2. Press [4] or use [q] to highlight the
‘Favourites’ option and press [OK].
To watch a channel that is not on your
favourites list, you must type its number
using the number buttons, or disable the
favourites list, because [p] and [q] will
skip over any channels that are not in the
favourites list you are watching.
1. To get to the help pages press the [help]
To delete a channel from your favourites
list
button.
1. Highlight the favourites list and then press
the [yellow] button.
2. Use [u] to select the stored favourite
channels and [p] and [q] to highlight
the channel you want to delete.
Creating your favourites list
1. Press [menu].
3. Press the [blue] button to delete the
2. Press [4] or use [q] to highlight the
channel.
‘Favourites’ option and press [OK].
3. Press [green] to create a new list.
4. Press [yellow] to edit the list.
2. To select a help topic press one of the
5. Use [p] and [q] to highlight the
channels you want to add and press [OK]
to add each channel. You can have up to
20 channels in your favourites list.
buttons [1] to [8].
3. To go back to the index page press [0].
4. To go to the screen being described on the
help pages press [blue].
To switch Favourites On
1. Press [menu].
5. To go back to the help page press the
[help] button.
2. Highlight Favourites and press [OK].
6. To go back to the previous screen you
were on in the menu press the [red]
button.
3. At the next screen again highlight
To change the order of a list of favourite
channels
favourites and press [OK].
Favourites are now enabled.
7. To exit the help pages press the [exit]
1. Highlight the favourites list and press the
button.
To switch Favourites Off
[yellow] button.
Repeat above operation but select OFF then
press the [OK] button. Favourites will be
switched off.
2. Use [u] to select the stored favourite
channels and [p] and [q] to highlight
the channel you want to move.
3. Press the [green] button.
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4. Use [p] and [q] to move the
highlighted channel up or down the
favourite list.
Parental control options
Changing your PIN
Censorship
will block all channels.
In the ‘Parental control’ menu
In the parental control menu
1. Highlight ‘Parental control’.
‘4 to 18’ will block programmes with an age
rating of and over what you have selected.
1. Highlight ‘Change PIN’ and press [OK].
2. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Lock and unlock individual channels
In the parental control menu
5. Press [OK] to confirm the change.
To delete your favourites list
2. Press [1] or use [t] and [u] to change
Off will not block any channels.
the censorship level.
1. Highlight the list and press [blue].
When a programme is blocked by the
parental control set-up, you can watch the
programme by entering your PIN.
These settings affect the whole service on
your digital box.
1. Highlight ‘Lock and unlock channels’ and
Parental control
press [OK].
The parental control feature allows you to
lock or unlock programmes or change the
censorship options (where available) using
a PIN.
2. Use [p] or [q] to highlight the channel
you want to lock or unlock.
3. Press [OK] to move between the lock and
To enter the Parental control menu
unlock settings.
1. Press [menu] to open the main menu.
2. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight the
‘System set-up’ option and press [OK].
3. Press [2] or use [q] to highlight ‘Channel
Don’t Forget! The censorship option
only works when the broadcaster gives
censorship information.
set-up’ then press [OK].
4. Press [2] or use [q] to highlight ‘Parental
control’ then press [OK].
5. Type in your PIN (the default PIN is 0000).
Don’t Forget! To lock a channel again, switch
your digital box to standby and then turn it
back on.
If you forget your PIN, please read the general
problem solving section of this document.
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Advanced functions
Accessibility set-up
Advanced functions
Using the main menu
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Using audio language
Don’t Forget! The quickest way to get to
the submenus is by pressing the number
buttons [1 - 5] on your remote control.
Some programmes are broadcast in more
than one language. You can set your preferred
audio language in the ‘audio language’ menu.
Accessibility set-up lets you select and
change the settings of subtitles and the audio
language or the current programme.
The main menu lets you choose and change a
wide range of your digital box’s features.
1. To go to the main menu, press [menu].
2. Use [p] or [q] to highlight a submenu.
3. Press [OK] to enter.
To set-up audio language
1. Press [menu].
2. Press [3] or use [q] to highlight
‘Accessibility set-up’ and press [OK].
3. Press [4] or use [q] to highlight ‘audio
language’.
4. Use [t] and [u] to select the language
you want, then press [OK].
Using button press beep
When button press beep is switched on, the
digital box will beep once every time a button
is pressed.
Don’t Forget! If your selected audio
language is not available, the broadcast
default language will be used.
The menu options
To set-up button press beep
1 Recorded library – lets you save, rename,
delete or watch your recorded programmes.
1. Press [menu].
Using audio description volume
2. Press [3] or use [q] to highlight
To adjust the volume level of audio
description.
2 Recording planner – lets you schedule
a recording and view a schedule record
summary.
‘Accessibility set-up’ and press [OK].
3. Press [3] or use [q] to highlight ‘Button
1. Press [menu].
press beep’.
3 Accessibility set-up – lets you select and
change the settings of subtitles and the audio
language or the current programme.
2. Press [3] or use [q] to highlight
4. Use [t] and [u] to switch button press
beep off or choose a volume level (low,
medium or high), then press [OK].
‘Accessibility set-up’ and press [OK].
3. Use [q] or press [5] to highlight ‘audio
4 Favourites – helps you move quickly
between your favourite TV channels. You can
have up to 10 favourites lists.
description volume’.
The volume keys will not beep when ‘Button
press beep’ is activated.
4. Use [t] and [u] to choose a volume
level (-5 to 5), then press [OK].
5 System set-up – lets you change how
programmes are displayed on your TV,
organise channels, set controls on what
channels you can watch, check important
information about the quality of the signal and
manage your USB devices.
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Advanced functions
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Recording schedules
Using a VCR/DVD with your digital box
Managing your recorded programmes Recorded programme icons
Recordings are managed in the ‘Recorded
library’. Your digital box lists the recordings
on the devices inserted. It gives information
about each programme, its duration and
when it was recorded.
Icons may be displayed to the right of the
programmes in the ‘Recorded library’.
1. Press [MENU].
To record and watch a digital channel
1. Select the digital channel you want to
2. Press [q] to highlight ‘Recording planner’
record.
This is what they mean
and press [OK].
2. Select the digital box channel on your VCR
or DVD, and press record or set your
recording timer.
The recording is currently playing.
3. Press [q] to highlight ‘Recording
schedules’ and press [OK].
This recording has been marked for
deletion.
To view the Recorded library
4. Press [q] to highlight a schedule.
1. Press [MENU], highlight ‘Recorded library’
This recording has been marked for copy.
This programme is being recorded.
Don’t Forget! Your digital box must be on
the channel you want to record for the full
length of the recording.
and press the [OK] button.
The horizontal bar at the bottom of the
‘Recorded library’ shows how much recording
time has been used on the device, and how
many hours or minutes are still available.
Copy
You can copy programmes from one inserted
device to another by using the copy feature.
5. Press [BLUE] to delete a scheduled
recording.
2. To select a device press [•], [••] or
[•••] or use [t] and [u].
6. Press [INFO] to view the ‘Schedule info’.
This shows the next 8 days of scheduled
recordings and any clashes.
Don’t Forget! A quick way to open the
‘Recorded library’ is to press [PLAY].
7. To return to the previous menu, press
[RED].
Don’t Forget! To exit the ‘Recorded library’
at any time press [EXIT].
8. To exit to TV, press [EXIT].
9. Press and hold [p] or [q] to page up
and page down.
In the ‘Recorded library’
1. Press [•], [••] or [•••] or use [t] and
[u] to select a device.
2. Use [p] or [q] to select the programme
you want to copy and press [RED].
3. Use [p] or [q] to select other
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Advanced functions
Advanced functions
Rename a recording
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programmes you want to copy and press
[RED] to highlight them.
Channel organiser
The Channel organiser lists the channels
available on your digital TV service.
1. Press [MENU], highlight ‘System set-up’
4. Press [•], [••] or [•••] or use [t] and
[u] to select the device you want to copy
onto. Press [OK].
and press [OK].
To organise your channels
2. Highlight ‘Recorded programme set-up’
and press [OK].
1. Press [menu] to open the main menu.
The confirm copy screen will appear.
1. Press [RED] to cancel copying.
2. Press [BLUE] to start copying.
The copy progress screen will appear.
3. Highlight ‘Rename recorded programme’
2. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight the
and press [OK].
‘System set-up’ option and press [OK].
The ‘Edit’ screen will open.
The ‘Recorded library’ will re-open displaying a
list of genre specific recordings.
3. Press [2] or use [q] to highlight ‘Channel
1. To select a device press [•], [••] or
set-up’. Press [OK].
[•••] or use [t] and [u].
1. Highlight the recording you want to watch
1. Press [RED] to return to the ‘Recorded
4. Highlight ‘Channel organiser’ and press
library’ (copying will continue).
and press [OK].
2. Use [p] or [q] to select the programme
[OK].
you want to rename and press [OK].
2. Press [GREEN] to cancel copying.
2. Or press [YELLOW] to search another
genre.
3. Use the on-screen keyboard to rename
3. Press [EXIT] to watch TV. Copying will
the recording and press [GREEN] to save.
continue.
Sort by name or by date
To return to the ‘Copy progress’ screen at any
time.
You can arrange your recordings by name/
date.
1. Press [PLAY] to enter the ‘recorded
1. From the ‘Recorded library’, use [swap]
to toggle between sort by name and sort
by date.
library’.
2. Press [RED] to view progress screen.
To delete a channel
Search recorded programmes
1. Press [blue]. (You will be asked for a PIN
The search facility lets you sift through your
recorded programmes by genre, making it
easy to find the recording you want to watch.
– the default is 0000.)
To search your recorded programmes
1. From the ‘Recorded library’, press
[YELLOW].
2. Use [p] and [q] to skip through the
different genres.
3. Highlight the genre you want to search
and press [OK].
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Advanced functions
Advanced functions
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To change the order of a channel
TV set-up
Setting the viewing standard
To change the viewing standard
In the ‘TV set-up’ menu.
General set-up
1. Press [green] and then move it using [p]
If you choose to disable the low power mode
and the inactivity features on your box you can
do this in the general set-up menu.
Television type
and [q]. To save its position, press [OK].
Television type lets you tell the digital box
whether you have a standard or widescreen
TV.
To rename a channel
1. Use [q] to highlight ‘standard’.
1. Press [menu].
1. Highlight the channel you want to rename
2. If you have an RCA connector, set the
and press [yellow].
1. Press [menu] to open the main menu.
2. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight the
standard to CVBS.
system set-up option and press [OK].
2. Rename the channel using the on-screen
2. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight the
3. If your TV supports S-Video, set the
keyboard.
‘System set-up’ option and press [OK].
3. Press [4] or use [q] to highlight the
standard to S-video.
general set-up option and press [OK].
3. Press [green] to save.
3. Press [OK] to select the ‘TV set-up’ option.
Press and hold [p] or [q] to move to a
page up and a page down.
Don’t Forget! The default standard is RGB.
If you’re using a normal SCART lead, this
setting gives you the best picture quality.
4. To change the television-type setting use
the [t] or [u] buttons.
If you have a widescreen TV choose ‘16:9
widescreen’.
Don’t Forget! Your digital box is always
searching for new channels and channels
that no longer broadcast programmes.
Channels that no longer broadcast
programmes will be marked ‘DEL’ and you
should delete them. To delete a channel
see the channel set-up and channel
organiser sections.
If you have a normal 4:3 TV choose ‘4:3’.
4. Use [t] and [u] to change between on
You can then select the widescreen option of
letter box or centre cut-out.
and off.
5. Press [red] to return to the previous menu.
1. Press [q] to highlight widescreen and
use the [t] or [u] buttons to select.
Don’t Forget! Low power mode saves
energy. It is recommended you always
have it set to ‘on’.
Letter box – shows a black border on the
top and the bottom of the screen when you
are watching a widescreen broadcast on a
4:3 TV.
Centre cut-out – trims the left and right
edges of the picture.
4:3 Letter box
4:3 Centre cut-out
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Device management
Device management
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The ‘Device management’ menu gives
information about the devices inserted. It
shows their free space, capacity and status.
Recording: the device is recording.
Compatible devices and formats
Don’t Forget! The use of the ports for
other types of devices (such as charging
mobile phones) is not recommended and
may cause the box to fail.
Copying: the device is copying to or from
another device.
This product allows you to record your
favourite programmes onto USB “Flash
drives”, sometimes know as a “thumbdrive”
or “pendrive”.
To view the ‘Device management’ menu
Unformatted: the digital box cannot read the
device. Format the device; this should leave
all compatible devices in ‘ready’ status.
1. Press [menu].
There are many kinds of USB flash drives but
not all are compatible with this product.
2. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight the
Download and Playback on a PC/Mac
If no device is inserted the message ‘Please
insert a device’ will appear.
‘system set-up’ option and press [OK].
What USB device do I use?
Once you have recorded onto a USB device
you can download the content on your
computer (PC or MAC) to archive or watch it.
3. Press [4] or use [q] to highlight ‘device
management’. Press [OK].
USB2.0 HS (high speed) is compatible and
should be used to ensure the best user
experience.
Formatting
Download
Formatting erases all the contents from a
UBS device and leaves it in ‘ready’ status.
Avoid FS (Full speed) or LS (low speed)
devices as they will not work with
this product. USB1.1 devices are not
recommended.
The download process is the same as with all
files on USB.
To format a device on the ‘Device
management’ menu.
Recordings will be stored in MPEG2-TS
format.
1. Use [p] or [q] to select a device.
What format should it have?
Playback
2. To format a device press [BLUE].
FAT32 - Most USB2.0 HS flash drives will be
formatted as FAT32. If you insert a USB2.0
HS flash drive and it is unformatted you can
format it. Please refer to Formatting on page
28 for details.
To playback your recordings on your computer
you will need to view them on a media player
that reads MPEG2-TS format.
3. To stop formatting at any time press
[GREEN].
Free Space
You can turn the box into stand-by and
formatting will continue.
Archiving
This shows space available on a device, in
hours and minutes.
USB Hard disk drives can also be used,
provided they are FAT32 and are self powered
(ie have an external power supply).
When archiving files on your computer you
can change the name of the files but do not
change the .MPG ending to the file.
Don’t Forget! Formatting will clear the
device of all recordings plus any other files
stored in the device.
Capacity
This shows total capacity of a device in hours
and minutes.
Don’t Forget! The box cannot read files
that are in folders or that are encrypted.
Make sure the programmes you would like
to view are stored in the root directory of
the USB device.
Don’t Forget! Some flash drives are
partitioned and have secure areas. These
devices cannot be read by the box and
must be re partitioned on a computer.
Status
This shows the current status of a device.
These are:
Ready: the device is inserted correctly and
ready to play, record or copy.
Playing: the device is playing back a
recording.
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Device management
Retuning instructions
Retune channels
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1. Press [p] and [q] to select and [OK] to
Lights on the front of the digital box
choose.
If the light on the left of the box is red the
digital box is in standby. When the digital box
is turned on the light will be green. It also
indicates the remote control is working by
flickering between green and red.
If you are missing channels, channel
information or would like to search for new
channels available, you should scan at any
time.
To retune channels
Each USB port on the front of the digital box
has two lights, one green and one red.
1. Press [menu].
2. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight the
What the lights on USB ports mean:
‘System set-up’
When the USB device has been inserted
correctly and is in ready status the green light
shall be lit.
3. Press [2] or use [q] to highlight ‘Channel
set-up’
4. Press [3] or use [q] to highlight ‘Channel
Tuning: Full scan’ option to start a full scan
and replace all existing channels.
When the USB device is playing or copying to
another device the relevant green light shall
flash.
‘Channel tuning: full scan’ scans for new
channels and adds them to your line-up. It
then deletes all channels that are no longer
broadcast. If you cancel this scan part way
through, you will keep your existing channels.
When the USB device is recording the
relevant red light shall be lit.
When the USB device is being copied to by
another device the relevant red light shall flash.
The receiver may pick up channels from more
than one region and you will be asked to
select the region you want to watch channels
from.
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Retuning instructions
Troubleshooting
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Auto retune and associated messages
Auto retune messages
Understanding the messages on your digital box
A signal is sent out by the broadcaster when
channels change or new ones are available.
Auto retune (assisted retune) picks up this
signal and automatically scans for new
channels. This can happen at any time and
may happen more than once during the digital
switchover. You can adjust this so the retune
starts with or without your permission.
You can also receive messages about
changes that are happening in the future.
There are three types of message.
Message
Possible cause
What to do
No channels.
No channels have been stored on The digital box needs to be tuned
the digital box.
into the available broadcasts. See
the channel set-up section of this
document.
Major – retune information and user
action is needed.
Minor – retune information, user action is
not needed.
Encrypted channel. The channel may have been
encrypted by the broadcaster.
Try switching to a different
channel.
In the channel set-up menu
Information – other broadcast
information, not needing a retune.
No signal.
Your TV aerial may not be
connected properly. The signal
from your aerial may be too
high, too low or distorted by
something between your aerial
and the digital box.
Check your aerial and any
connections between the
aerial and the digital box. Try
re-scanning the channels (see
section –channel tuning). You
may need to speak to an aerial
installer
Don’t Forget! You may see retune
messages more than once before a
retune.
No channel. No
channels added.
Your digital box was not able
to find and decode any digital
channels while it was setting up. digital signal is available in your
area. For more information about
Check all of the aerial
connections. Check that the
Adjusting the auto retune messages
You can choose how the messages will
appear on your receiver.
1. Select ‘Auto retune’.
digital TV reception, please visit
In the channel set-up menu
2. Use [t] and [u] to change the auto
retune settings.
1. Select ‘Auto retune messages’.
Censored channel.
Locked channel.
The channel has been censored Type in your PIN to watch a
or locked by the parental-control channel.
settings.
3. Press [OK] to accept.
2. Use [t] and [u] to change the auto
retune messages settings.
Always ask – a ‘confirm retune screen’
will appear before a retune.
Unable to complete An unknown error has occurred
copy due to an error. when copying.
Try copying again onto another
device.
All – shows all types of messages.
Always start – retune starts
automatically, warning you during the
retune.
No minor – shows ‘information’ and
‘major’ messages.
Unable to continue
with the copy due
to the device being
removed.
The device was removed during Re insert the device and start
the copy process.
copy again.
Information only – shows ‘information’.
None – no messages will be shown
unless auto retune is set to ‘Always ask’,
when ‘major’ messages will be shown.
Unable to copy any The device being copied to has
Insert another device and start
more due to the
device running out
of space.
run out of space during the copy copy again.
process.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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General problem solving
What happens
What to do
(USB1, USB2 or
USB3) is now
full. The current
recording has
stopped.
The device being recorded to
has run out of space during the
record process.
Insert another device and press
[®]. You will lose some of the
programme. The recording will be
split over the 2 devices.
You cannot see the
Select the AV channel using the button on your TV remote
opening picture (Press OK control marked AV, EXT, TV/AV, O/E or a symbol, or read your TV
to start) from the digital
box.
manual. Make sure both ends of your SCART cable are firmly
connected to the relevant sockets. Make sure you followed the
instructions for setting up your digital box correctly.
A recording has
not started due to
no device present
in (USB1, USB2 or
USB3).
A USB device was not inserted
in the correct slot when the
recording was scheduled to start
Insert a device and re schedule
the recording.
Your remote control isn’t
working.
Make sure you are pointing the remote control directly at
your digital box and that nothing is in the way. Check that the
remote-control light works when you press a button. Check the
batteries are in the right way round. Try replacing the batteries.
(USB1, USB2 or
USB3) has been
removed. The
current recording
has stopped.
The USB device was removed
when recording therefore the
recording has stopped.
Re insert the device and re
schedule the recording.
Subtitles do not appear
although they are set to
‘on’.
Some programmes broadcast without subtitles.
The digital box does not
seem to work and there is
nothing shown on the TV.
Is the green power light on? If the light is not on:
1. press the [�] button on your remote control;
A recording has not The USB device inserted in the
Remove the full device. Insert
a device with free space and re
schedule the recording.
started as (USB1,
USB2 or USB3) is
full.
slot when the recording was
scheduled to start was full.
2. make sure that all cables are firmly connected to the digital
box and TV/VCR; and
Use the ‘Schedule record
summary’ to check how
much free space is needed for
scheduled recordings.
3. check that the digital box is properly plugged into the power
supply.
If the light is on:
1. check you have the correct channel and input selected on
Device is too slow
to use.
The device inserted does not
meet the required specification
and will not work well with this
product.
Insert a compatible device. Please
refer to the ‘Compatible devices
and formats’ section on page 33.
your TV;
2. check that all cables are correctly attached;
3. make sure the VCR/DVD is switched off if it is connected to
the digital box; and
4. check if your VCR/DVD is causing the problem by
disconnecting the VCR/DVD.
The picture appears to be Make sure your TV settings are correct. Please refer to page 30
‘squashed’ or ‘cut off’. of this guide.
I forgot to plug in the aerial Switch off your digital box at the mains supply. Plug in the
when I set up the digital
box.
aerial. Switch the digital box mains supply back on. Please read
section about channel tuning.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
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The digital box is behaving Press the [�] button on your remote control to turn the box off
in an unusual way, for
example, the wrong
information is on the
screen.
and then on again. If there is no improvement, put the box on
standby, switch it off at the mains and leave it for 10 seconds
before switching it back on. If this does not work, reset the
software Press [menu]. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight
‘System set-up’ and press [OK]. Select ‘software reset’ and
press [OK]. You will see the PIN screen. Type in your PIN. Press
[OK] again to reset the software. When the digital box shuts
down, switch it off at the mains and leave it for 10 seconds
before switching it back on. After you switch the digital box
on, press [OK] when you are asked to and the digital box will
automatically scan for channels. Please remember you will
lose all your previous settings when you reset the software,
your favourites list and recording schedules will be cleared.
The picture or sound keep There are several possible causes of this type of problem.
breaking up.
Your signal may be weak, you may have an old, low-
performance or damaged aerial, or the cable between your
aerial and TV may be damaged. Check for any obvious damage
to the aerial and cables and make sure that the connectors
are properly fitted. If this does not work, get a professional to
check installation – your aerial may provide a better signal if it is
moved somewhere else.
Please remember that older aerials and indoor aerials aren’t as
effective as new outdoor and roof aerials. Or, try using a signal
amplifier or booster to improve the reception. Check the digital
TV coverage in your area. For more information about digital TV
I set 5 recordings to a
device but only 3 were
recorded.
This could have happened for various reasons:
No channels were found
when searching for
channels.
Some TV channels are not available in every area. For more
information about digital TV reception, see the general
information section. Your signal may be weak. Get a
professional to check your installation – your aerial may provide
a better signal if it is moved somewhere else. Please remember
that older aerials and indoor aerials aren’t as effective as new
outdoor and roof aerials. Or, try using a signal amplifier or
booster to improve reception. You may need to scan the digital
channels again. Please read the section about channel tuning.
The USB device could have been removed during recording.
The USB device could have been run out of space when
recording.
I am missing some
channels.
To avoid this problem in future refer to the ‘Schedule record
summary’. This helps you view scheduled recordings in periods
of 24 hrs., 1 week, 2 weeks or 4 weeks.
Make sure you have USB devices with enough free space
inserted when a recording is scheduled.
I cannot see digital
channels after I have
Scan for channels again. Please read the section about channel
tuning. It is possible that the aerial at your new house is not
The green light is not
turned on when the USB
device is inserted.
Press [PLAY] to view the ‘Recorded programmes list’. The
screen will show one of the following messages - unformatted
or device is too slow to use. Format the device or insert a
compatible device.
moved the digital box to a able to receive digital TV or that there is a poor signal in your
different house.
area. For more information about digital TV reception, please
I have forgotten my PIN.
Press [menu]. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight ‘System set-up’
and press [OK]. Select ‘software reset’ and press [OK]. You will
see the PIN screen. Type in 8500. Press [OK] again to reset the
software. When the digital box shuts down, switch it off at the
mains and leave it for 10 seconds before switching it back on.
After you switch the digital box on, press [OK] when you are
asked to and the digital box will automatically scan for channels.
Please remember You will lose all your previous settings
when you reset the software.
Need extra help?
Need a spare part?
Don’t worry we are just the other end of
the phone. If you’re experiencing problems
using your new product, before returning it
to the retailer just call 0871 230 1777 or
visit www.grundig.co.uk
In the unlikely event of requiring spare
parts, please contact our spare parts
department on: 0871 230 0790
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Specifications
Warnings
•
•
Unqualified attempts to repair this Digital
Box will invalidate the warranty.
Safety Tips
Tuner and channel
•
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•
RF input connector
(IEC-TYPE, IEC169-2, female)
If smoke, abnormal noise or odour comes
out of this Digital Box, unplug from the
mains supply immediately and contact the
retailer. Never try to repair the Digital Box
on your own. Always contact the dealer for
repairs.
RF output connector
(IEC-TYPE, IEC169-2, male)
Refer repairs to this Digital Box to a
qualified service personnel only.
Frequency range:
470MHz ~862MHz (UHF)
•
•
Do not disassemble this Digital Box.
There are dangerous-voltage parts inside
that may cause electric shock even after
power is disconnected.
Decoder
• Transport stream
• Profile level
• Input rate
MPEG-2 ISO/IEC 13818
MPEG-2 Main profile @main level
MAX. 15Mbit/s
Note
This manual contains for-reference-only
graphics and information that are subject to
change without notice.
•
•
Store your Digital Box in a clean, dry
environment.
• Video format
• Audio format
• Video output
4:3/16:9 Switchable
MPEG Layer I & II, 32 / 48KHz
RGB, CVBS
Unplug the Digital Box immediately
if it gets wet, and consult a servicing
technician.
WEEE
This appliance is labelled in
accordance with European Directive
2002/96/EG concerning used
electrical and electronic appliances
(waste electrical and electronic
equipment - WEEE). The guideline
determines the framework for
the return and recycling of used
appliances as applicable throughout
the EU.
Connection
• Mains
• Tuner
Plug top type
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Always unplug the Digital Box before
cleaning it.
Antenna input
• Video
RGB and composite video output, twin scart
Stereo audio output on SCART
Triple USB 2.0 HS
Wipe dust off the cabinet of the Digital
Box with a clean, dry and soft cloth.
• Audio
• Data port
Do not place any objects on top of the
Digital Box.
Power supply
• Input voltage
AC 230V ~50Hz
Avoid exposing your Digital Box directly to
sunlight or other heat sources.
• Power consumption
MAX. 10W/standby <4.5W
Put your Digital Box in a well-ventilated
area away from high humidity.
Do not expose this Digital Box to rain or
moisture, dripping or splashing.
For stubborn stains use a damp (not
dripping) cloth.
IMPORTANT: Due to continual revision and improvements to our products design,
specifications are subject to change without notice.
Do not use any cleaning solutions on this
Digital Box.
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Retune channels
If you are missing channels, channel
information or would like to search for new
channels available, you should scan at any
time.
To retune channels
1. Press [menu].
2. Press [5] or use [q] to highlight the
‘System set-up’
The receiver may pick up channels from more
than one region and you will be asked to
select the region you want to watch channels
from.
3. Press [2] or use [q] to highlight ‘Channel
set-up’
4. Press [3] or use [q] to highlight ‘Channel
Tuning: Full scan’ option to start a full scan
and replace all existing channels.
1. Press [p] and [q] to select and [OK] to
choose.
‘Channel tuning: full scan’ scans for new
channels and adds them to your line-up. It
then deletes all channels that are no longer
broadcast. If you cancel this scan part way
through, you will keep your existing channels.
For other ways to retune please read the ‘Retune Instructions’ section of this guide.
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