FVRT100 Digital Video Recorder User Guide Revolutionise the way you watch and record TV Thinking outside the box Customer Helpline t: 08702 405 005 e: support@fusiondigitec.com Fusion Digital Technology Ltd. www.fusiondigitec.com © Fusion Digital Technology Ltd. 2003 Product design and specification is subject to change or modification without prior notice. All trademarks gratefully acknowledged. FREEVIEW and the FREEVIEW logo are trade marks of DTV Services Ltd and are used under licence.
Contents Contents Introduction 2 Packing contents 4 Installation and Safety 4 Product Overview 6 Front panel Rear Panel Remote Control 7 Getting Started 8 Connections to TV/Video Storing Freeview Channels Changing TV Channels Using the DVR Set Personal Reminders Subtitles/Audio Language Picture Format Child Lock Sleep Timer Interactive Services Scart Configuration Service Updates Technical Information Identifying Faults 40 Product Information 41 11 MultiGuide™ Contents DVR Terms and Phra
Introduction Introduction The Digifusion FVRT100 Digital Video Recorder will The availability of Freeview digital terrestrial services in your home depends on your local transmitter and the completely change the way you watch and record TV, configuration of your existing reception equipment. giving you greater choice and control of watching programmes when it suits you. Now you can access You should have already checked your postcode to see if you are in a Freeview coverage area.
1mSafety Installation and Packing Contents 1m 1 FVRT100 Digital Video Recorder 2 2 batteries, 1.5V (AAA) 3 Remote control 4 User Guide 5 Power Supply 5 1m ■ Avoid extremes of temperature, either hot or cold. 1m ■ Place your unit well away from heat sources such as radiators or gas/electric fires. Do not place the unit on surfaces such as cloth, carpet, sponge etc.
Product Overview Remote Control Switch the receiver in and out of standby Switch TV audio on and off (mute) Indicates remote control activity Front Panel VOL+ Increase audio volume Indicates number of channels currently recording VOL- Decrease audio volume (2 maximum) CH+ Change channel up CH- Change channel down 0-9 Numeric keys for input of channel number Text Enter/exit digital text services Indicates current DVR activity: Clock: DVR is in standby mode Channel number PLAY: Recorded programme is
Getting Started Getting Started How to connect your TV and DVR Connecting the Power Cable POWER IN TV Plug the power cord supplied into the POWER IN socket on TV RF Lead Supplied POWER IN TV the back of the unit. Insert the power plug into the wall socket. AUDIO TV2/VCR L R SERIAL ANT TV RF IN RF OUT RF IN Caution: The only way to disconnect the DVR from the mains supply is to pull the plug from the wall socket.
Getting Started Getting Started Once the DVR has been connected to the mains and the TV, the “Welcome” screen will be displayed on the TV. If this doesn’t appear, press TV/AV or channel 0 on your TV remote. Weekly TV listings will not be available until the DVR has been installed and powered on overnight to receive an initial download. Quick Guide listings (now and next programmes) are available from set-up - see page 24 for more details.
Using the DVR Using the DVR MultiGuide™ Contents DVR Terms and Phrases Find your way around the MultiGuide™ quickly and easily The DVR allows you to watch and record TV in a completely new way. To help you understand and operate its functionality, please become familiar with the following terms and functions. ■ Guide Access today’s TV Listings ■ Setup Access DVR configuration settings and features ■ Calendar View TV listings for the week ahead ■ record to videotapes.
Using the DVR Using the DVR Pause and Rewind Live TV When the DVR is switched on, it automatically records up to the last 30 minutes of the channel it has been tuned to. This allows you to: Fast Forward ■ Press to fast forward a recorded programme. ■ Pressing this button repeatedly doubles the fast forward speed as indicated on screen.
Using the DVR Using the DVR Pause Live TV Recording with the DVR ■ Press to pause live TV. The programme will be paused for up to 30 minutes ■ Press to continue watching the programme in delayed live mode. ■ Press to skip forward to live TV again. There are various ways in which you can record, depending on when the programme is scheduled to be broadcast.
Using the DVR Using the DVR Recording Programmes Showing Today Manual Recording ■ Press Guide on the remote to view today’s programme listings You may want to set the DVR to record manually e.g. if no TV listings for that particular programme are displayed in the Guide. ■ Use ▲▼ to highlight the desired programme. ■ Press Menu on the remote, use to highlight ‘Record’ and press ■ Press Green to record - you will then be taken to the ‘Record’ section of the MultiGuide™.
Using the DVR Using the DVR It is advisable to slightly increase the duration of the programme to allow for minor changes to the schedule. This can be achieved by altering the start and end times of each recording. To return to watching TV: ■ Press Menu to select a sub-menu at the bottom of the screen ■ Use to highlight Guide and press to display TV listing information. ■ Use ▲▼ to highlight the desired TV channel and press to view.
Using the DVR Delete Programmes ■ Press Library on your remote to view all recorded programmes currently saved. ■ Use ▲▼ to highlight the programme you wish to delete, press Red and then Green.to confirm. This programme will be permanently deleted from the DVR. ■ To delete all programmes stored on the hard disk, see Technical Information page 35. Using the DVR Weekly TV Listings Guide View the latest TV listings for the week ahead for all available digital channels.
Using the DVR Using the DVR Advanced TV Listings Favourite Channels View TV listings for the week ahead quickly and easily using the Calendar feature in the Multi Guide™. Store your Favourite channels to navigate your way around quickly, easily and avoid browsing channels that you don’t wish to view. ■ Press Calendar on the remote to launch the TV Calendar. Days with advanced TV listings available are highlighted.
Using the DVR Using the DVR Reorder Channels Personal Reminders Move channels to different locations in the channel list so your favourite channels appear first. Set personal reminders for appointments or anniversaries through the TV Calendar in the Multi Guide™. ■ Press Menu, then use on the remote to select ‘Set Up’ and press to enter. ■ Press Calendar on the remote.
Using the DVR Using the DVR Subtitles Audio Language ■ To display subtitles whilst watching TV, simply press SUB on the remote. Select your preferred audio language ■ To clear subtitles, press SUB again. ■ Press Menu, use to highlight SETUP and press Programmes can be recorded to include subtitles however this does take up more storage space (future option).
Using the DVR Using the DVR Picture Format Child Lock Depending on the format of your TV screen, you may wish to view programmes either in Use the Child Lock to create viewing restrictions on all available channels for a specified time period e.g. from 9PM until 6AM. Once the Child Lock is activated, a Personal Identification Number (PIN) must be entered to view the TV channels.
Using the DVR Using the DVR Sleep Timer Interactive Services Set the DVR to turn itself off. Once set, a warning message will be displayed in the last 30 seconds before the DVR shuts down to allow you to cancel. Interactive services are currently available on some channels indicated by a red button icon on the broadcast. To enter interactive services, either press Red or Text according to onscreen instructions. ■ Press Menu, use to highlight ‘SETUP’ and press to enter.
Using the DVR Using the DVR Scart Configuration Technical Information You may need to configure your SCART settings according to your TV and VCR configurations for improved picture quality. The mute and volume control functions do not operate on the VCR/Scart output. Check technical settings and format the hard disk drive ■ Press Menu, use to highlight ‘Setup’ and press ■ Press Menu, use to highlight ‘Setup’ and press to enter. to enter.
Identifying Faults Not every picture or sound problem is caused by a defect in your receiver. Impairment can also be caused by leads having been accidentally pulled out or worn out batteries in the remote control. If the following measures do not bring about satisfactory results, consult your local electrical retailer or call the Digifusion Customer Helpline on 08702 405005.
