User Guide EchoStar Digital Terrestrial Receiver EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface
DISCLAIMER TABLE OF CONTENTS RECEIVER QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE DOCUMENTATION EchoStar International Corporation has to the best of its abilities, done everything to supply you with the most up-to-date information. EchoStar International Corporation makes no warranties with respect to the information provided by this documentation and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface QUICKRREFERENCE GUIDE UNIT 1. EMOTE CONTROL 1.1. THE BATTERIES The EchoStar Remote Control Unit (RCU) is used to control the receiver. The RCU requires two AAA (LR03, UM4) alkaline batteries to operate. CAUTION Insert the batteries correctly, make sure the polarity matches the instruction in the battery compartment. ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ © 2004 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 1.2.
Quick Reference Guide 2. TO INSTALL THE RECEIVER User Guide 4. OPERATION WARNING 4.1. ALL EQUIPMENT INVOLVED IN THE INSTALLATION TASK MUST BE INSTALLED CORRECTLY AND SWITCHED OFF. MAKE SURE THAT IT IS SAFE TO PROCEED WITH THE INSTALLATION TASK. UNSAFE CIRCUITS AND INSTALLATIONS CAN CAUSE (SERIOUS) INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT. ■ Please connect your equipment in accordance with the diagram as shown on the gift box.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface Section 1 SAFETY GUIDELINES 1. INTENDED USE 3. This documentation set is intended for anyone who uses an EchoStar terrestrial receiver. It can be used by both first-time and experienced users of terrestrial receivers who want to install, use and maintain their receiver. This User guide is applicable for the EchoStar Terrestrial receivers and is divided into separate sections and chapters. For easy access to the information, a clear table of content is provided.
Section 1 4. Safety Guidelines ELECTRICAL SAFETY Page 1 - 2 4.1. AC/DC ADAPTER 5. ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY Most of the packaging materials can be recycled. Please discard these materials in an environmental safe manner. ENVIRONMENTAL REMARK 1 2 1) Receiver connector, 2) Mains connector 4.2. LOGOS The CE logo.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface GETTING STARTED 1. UNPACKING 2. INSTALL YOUR RECEIVER CAUTION WARNING It is recommended to keep the packaging materials for a period of time. In case of warranty claims, we can request to return the receiver in the original packaging to protect the electronics. Failing to do so might void the warranty. ALL EQUIPMENT INVOLVED IN THE INSTALLATION TASK MUST BE INSTALLED CORRECTLY AND SWITCHED OFF. MAKE SURE THAT IT IS SAFE TO PROCEED WITH THE INSTALLATION TASK.
Section 2 3. Getting Started User Guide MENU STRUCTURE Main menu (use the number keys for direct access to the menu options) 1. Installation 2. User data 4. To set the language you want to use for menu, audio and subtitle. To aim the antenna with help of the build-in signal indicator. To start an automatic search for new channels. To start a manual search for new channels on a specific service. To edit a service for new settings as indicated by the operator.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION 1. EPG MENU Description and Operation Section 3 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE The key gives access to the EPG menu, where you control the timers and view the information in the Electronic Program Guide. NOTE Most digital channels broadcast program data as an EPG. Digital channels that broadcast EPG offer you program information in advance for a certain period of time. The EPG information is not always available.
Section 3 2. Description and Operation User Guide QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TELETEXT If the InfoBanner shows the decoder. icon, the key gives access to the embedded teletext NOTE Sometimes the service provider does not offer teletext support. Then the teletext option will not show. Please note that EchoStar has no influence on this matter. PUT A TELETEXT PAGE OVER LIVE VIDEO: 1. Press the OK key to make the teletext pages transparent. 2. Note that live video appears behind the Teletext page.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface 3. Description and Operation Section 3 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE TIMERS CAUTION The timer does not start or program your video cassette recorder (VCR). You also have to set the timer of your VCR to the same time as on the timer. Please refer to the user guide of your VCR how to make a recording from an external receiver. NOTE © 2004 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved You can not set a timer in the past.
Section 3 4. Description and Operation User Guide QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE ORGANIZE THE LISTS NOTE You can not move a chanel if the Local channel number (LCN) is set to On. You can select the option in: Menu - User data - Preferences - TV system - Local channel number. IF YOU WANT TO SORT A LIST: 1. Press the OK key to access the channel list. 2. Press the green key to sort the list from A to Z or Z to A. IF YOU WANT TO RENAME A CHANNEL: 1. Press the MENU key. 2.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface 5. Description and Operation Section 3 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE NOTE © 2004 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved There are different procedures for a reset of the receiver. ■ Factory reset - to delete all settings and start with the Guided setup. ■ Delete channels - to delete all channels from the channel and favorite lists. Only the procedure for a Factory reset followed by the Guided setup is given.
Section 3 6. Description and Operation THE MAIN MENU STRUCTURE The main menu has a tree structure where each sub-menu has one or more option pages. Each sub-menu allows you to customize the settings to match your installation. Note that the menu contains dynamic pages which means that options are, or are not available depending on the selections you make. The key gives access to the main menu, that gives you control over the settings in the Installation menu, the User data menu and the Information menu.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface PREFERENCES - LOCAL TIME ■ Clock mode ■ Time zone* ■ GMT* ■ Time* ■ Date* ■ Local time © 2004 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved ■ Local date ■ Daylight saving* To select internal or GMT-supported clock. To select the city closest to you. Shows the time-offset as a result of the time zone selection. To set the current time. To set the current Date.
Section 3 Description and Operation MAINTENANCE - COLOR SETTINGS ■ Items ■ Red ■ Green ■ Blue ■ Default To select the menu item that you want to give another color. To make the item color more or less red. To make the item color more or less green. To make the item color more or less blue. To change all personal color settings to the predefined colors. User Guide INFORMATION - ABOUT ECHOSTAR ■ Company ■ Address ■ Internet site ■ H/W Version ■ S/W Version Shows the Company name.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface 1. TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting GENERAL Problem 3. Possible cause What to do? 1. Nothing appears on ■ Main power supply is ■ Check the main damaged or not power supply and the receiver front connected. insert it in the wall panel. socket. ■ General domestic power failure © 2004 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 2. You have forgotten ■ the personal PINcode. 2. Possible cause What to do? 1. The EPG is empty.
Section 4 4. Troubleshooting User Guide TIMER RELATED 5. CAUTION The timer does not start or program your video cassette recorder (VCR). You also have to set the timer of your VCR to the same time as on the timer. Please refer to the user guide of your VCR how to make a recording from an external receiver. Problem Possible cause What to do? Problem Possible cause What to do? 1. Receiver does not respond to the RCU. ■ Batteries are empty. ■ Insert new batteries. 2.
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Section 5 Glossary MUX (Multiplex) NTSC PAL PID (Video, Audio, PCR) RS-232 connection SCART cable Transmission mode UHF-band VHF-band Page 5 - 2 In analog television broadcasting a transmission channel (e.g. UHF channel 42) has only one TV channel (program) or service. In digital terrestrial television broadcasting, a transmission channel (e.g. UHF channel 42) is divided into different sections that can have more than one TV channel (program) or service.
EchoStar Terrestrial User Interface ACTIVE ANTENNA © 2004 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved GUIDED SETUP The receiver can support an active antenna. If you use an active antenna, consult the documentation that came with that antenna. at least make sure the antenna is aimed in the correct direction. 1. When the Guided setup screen shows, press the blue key to access the Main menu. 2. Select Installation - Antenna installation Antenna power. 3. Select On and press the OK key to confirm.
Appendix 1 Technical Specifications User Guide FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS TUNER/DEMODULATOR ■ Receiving Frequency TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Input Signal Level Input Impedance IF Bandwidth Transmission Mode Constellation VHF (177.
