Horizon Product Guide • UPC.
Welcome to Horizon Never before has your TV offered so many possibilities. Never before have you experienced TV so intensely. Never before have you had so much control over what you watch, when you watch and where you watch it. This Product Guide reveals the endless possibilities of Horizon.
Contents Getting Started: Setting up your remote control TV Codes Easy Steps to Wireless Connection Getting the most from your Wi-Fi My UPC Discover your remote control Rear side (keyboard side) The Main menu The Channel menu The Action menu Horizon TV Remote App and Horizon TV Online Discover Broadband Discover Home Phone Useful information Customer Service 4 5 6 12 12 13 14 15 19 22 24 25 26 27 29 Please make yourself familiar with the full terms and conditions that apply to your contract with UPC; they
Getting Started: Setting up your remote control Pairing the remote control to your Horizon TV HD+ box Pairing the remote control to your TV Please ensure you have removed the yellow tab. Your remote should pair automatically, but if not: 1. Make sure the TV set is switched on. 1. M ake sure that your Horizon TV HD+ box is switched on and that there is clear sight between the Horizon TV HD+ box and the remote control. 2.
TV Codes BEKO 0346 METZ 1810 EUROLINE 0955 NEC 1950 FINLUX 1004 PANASONIC 2153 FUJITSU 1052 PHILIPS 2195 GRUNDIG 1162 PIONEER 2212 JVC 1464 SAMSUNG 2448 KENWOOD 1507 SHARP 2550 LENCO 1615 SONY 2679 LG 1628 TOSHIBA 3021 LOEWE 1660 VESTEL 3148 For an extensive list of TV codes go to www.upc.
Easy Steps to Wireless Connection Connecting to your personal computer over Wi-Fi You can connect your PC to the Horizon TV HD+ box using Wi-Fi. Instructions for how to connect to your PC are provided for the following operating systems: What do I need? The sticker with your SSID and password is located underneath the Horizon TV HD+ box. Go to page 7 Go to page 8 Go to page 9 Please note that wireless speeds may vary depending on your surroundings.
Windows 7 Step 1: Click on the Wi-Fi icon in the notification area at the bottom of your PC screen. Step 2: Select the wireless network connection of your Horizon TV HD+ box (e.g. UPC338980). This is the SSID mentioned on the sticker underneath the box. 1 Step 3: Click the connect button. Step 4: Enter the security key (e.g. UKBZHWEF) and select OK. You can find the key on the sticker underneath the box. Note: This key is case sensitive.
Windows 8 Step 1a: Select the marked icon on the bar that emerges on the right of your PC screen. Step 1b: Select the marked icon on the taskbar at the bottom of your PC screen. Please go directly to step 4. Step 3: Select the Wireless Network icon. Step 4: Select the Wireless Network Connection of your modem (e.g. UPC123456). This is called SSID on the sticker which you can find in this manual and underneath the modem. Step 2: Select the Settings icon. Step 6: Enter the security key (e.g.
Windows XP Step 1: Click on the icon in the Systray at the bottom of your computer screen. Step 2: Select the wireless network connection of your Horizon TV HD+ box (e.g. UPC338980). This is the SSID on the sticker underneath the Horizon TV HD+ box. 1 9 Step 3: Enter the security key (e.g. UKBZHWEF) and select OK. You can find the key on the sticker underneath the Horizon TV HD+ box. Note: This key is case sensitive. Step 4: You are now wirelessly connected to your UPC Broadband service.
Windows Vista Step 1: Click on the icon in the Systray at the bottom of your PC screen. Step 2: Select ‘wireless networks are available’. Step 3: Select the wireless network connection of your Horizon TV HD+ box (e.g. UPC338980). This is the SSID on the sticker underneath the Horizon TV HD+ box. 1 Step 4: Enter the security key (e.g. UKBZHWEF) and select OK. You can find the key on the sticker underneath the Horizon TV HD+ box. Note: This key is case sensitive.
Mac OS X Step 1: Click on the icon in the status bar at the top of your computer screen and select Turn Airport On / Turn Wi-Fi On. Step 2: Select the wireless network connection of your Horizon TV HD+ box (e.g. UPC338980). This is the SSID on the sticker underneath the Horizon TV HD+ box. 1 11 Step 3: Enter the security key (e.g. UKBZHWEF) and select OK. You can find the key on the sticker underneath the Horizon TV HD+ box. Note: this key is case sensitive.
My UPC Getting the most from your Wi-Fi To get the best possible Broadband experience you should connect directly to your Horizon TV HD+ box through a wired connection. Speeds via Wi-Fi can vary significantly due to the surrounding environment, interference of various kinds and the Wi-Fi technology itself*, all which are outside of UPC’s control.
Discover your remote control The Horizon remote control enables you to operate all features of your Horizon TV HD+ box easily. Your remote control works over radio frequency but for optimal results during set-up we would advise that you point it directly at your Horizon TV HD+ box. 4. Volume / Channel control / Info / Clear menu* TV volume.* Channel selection. • Programme information for highlighted item.
Rear side (keyboard side) 1. Function buttons • MENU. • BACK. • OK. 3. Keyboard lock key • 2. Navigation • 4. 0-9 digits for channel selection and PIN entry Keys to navigate horizontally and vertically through menus. 1 5 5. Keyboard for text entry 4 2 T he remote control has a sensor which detects which side is facing up and will activate only those keys.
Discover Horizon The Main menu NOW ON TV The Main menu is the home screen of the Horizon TV HD+ box. You can access the main areas from here. Provides programme information about what is playing in the background. Press MENU and use the left and right arrow keys to navigate all seven Main menu options. 15 TIP Pressing MENU then BACK at any time clears the menu screen.
TIP TIP TV GUIDE SUGGESTIONS Browse through the programmes for the next fourteen days. Suggestions based on what your TV knows you enjoy watching. This is TV personalised for you. You can filter on programme genre by selecting GENRE View. Your favourites will be displayed at the top of your guide for ease of access and if you scroll back through the guide you will be able to see the vast selection of radio stations available. Horizon TV suggests programmes based on what your family watches.
SEARCH SETTINGS Enter a keyword to search through TV and On Demand. Modify your settings here and get lots of useful information under Customer Care. TIP 17 While you type, the Horizon TV HD+ box provides keyword suggestions. TIP SETTINGS also enable you to modify your settings, set a PIN code and parental lock.
ON DEMAND MY LIBRARY Enjoy a large collection of movies, box sets or Players On Demand. Access your recordings, On Demand rentals, Connected Apps and files in your home network. TIP Here you will find an extensive selection of TV series, movies and more.
The Channel Menu NOW When you press BACK while watching TV, you open the Channel Menu of the Horizon TV HD+ box. An overview about the programme you’re currently watching. Press BACK to access the Channel Menu. BACK 19 TIP Using the up and down keys, navigate through the Picture-In-Picture screens of other channels.
TIP NEXT ON DEMAND Next programme in the schedule. On Demand content from the channel you’re watching. Press OK to schedule a recording or set a reminder. TIP Go to On Demand in the Main menu for a complete overview of all On Demand content.
MORE LIKE THIS APPS Browse through a selection of TV and On Demand suggestions that are like the programme you’re currently watching. Access the world of Connected Apps for interactive entertainment and information. TIP 21 Horizon offers a selection of TV and On Demand suggestions that are similar to the programme you’re currently watching. The programmes suggested in the MORE LIKE THIS section may be available to view right now or at some point in the future.
The Action menu PAUSE / PLAY With the Action menu you can modify the settings of the channel you are currently watching. You can also request extra information about the programme. To access the Action menu, press OK when watching TV or when a programme is highlighted. With this you pause or resume a TV programme, On Demand movies, recordings or the media file from your own Home network that is currently playing. OK TIP When watching TV, press the OK key for more than 1.5 seconds to pause your screen.
RECORDING SUBTITLES & A/V Set a recording for a single programme, an episode of a TV series or a complete series of episodes. Enable subtitles and adjust audio or video settings. TIP With the Horizon TV HD+ box you can record 4 programmes at the same time and watch a 5th. TIP There are a number of simple steps for deleting a recording from your Horizon TV HD+ box, for full instructions see: http://support.upc.
Horizon TV Online, and the Horizon Go App With Horizon TV Online and Horizon Go App you can transform your smartphone, tablet or laptop into a TV, so you can watch your favourite shows or series from our On Demand service anywhere in your home. You can even watch rented movies anywhere over Wi-Fi. Assuming they’re included in your UPC subscription, you can watch over 40 live channels, so you’ll never have to referee another argument about who gets to watch TV.
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Save on your mobile bills by using your free UPC Home Phone call pack minutes on your mobile. Discover Home Phone Home Phone from UPC makes catching up with family and friends easy and affordable. The telephone cable from the base of the phone should be connected into the Tel 1 socket on the back of your Horizon TV HD+ box. Free features include: • Voicemail, so you need never miss a call again. • Call waiting, enabling you to take two incoming calls at once by switching easily between them.
Useful information Safety instructions • Power: • • • 27 nly insert the power plug after O firmly connecting the power cable to the product. Ensure the Horizon TV HD+ box and your TV are turned off before connecting power cables. Do not touch the main body, power cable, or power plug with wet hands. The UPC connection box must be installed near the equipment and should be easily accessible.
Horizon TV HD+ box components Here you will find a description of the rear panel components of the Horizon TV HD+ box. SMART CARD LAN COAX IN 1 2 1 TEL 2 SPDIF SCART OUT AUDIO OUT e-SATA HDMI OUT 3 ON POWER L OPTICAL 4 R 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1. COAX IN For connection to the UPC cable wall socket using the coaxial cable. 4. Card slot For UPC smart cards (Disabled). A Smart Card is not needed for Horizon. 7. SPDIF For connection to audio devices with Dolby digital 5.
Contact us 29 If you have any queries or would like to find out more information about your Horizon products, our website can help. Check out www.upc.ie/horizontv for more information on features and benefits. Alternatively, visit www.upc.ie/ horizontv/gettingstarted for support Self Install Helpdesk Premium PC Support If you need a helping hand our Customer Care team is here to help. Call our Self Install Desk and we will assist you in any way we can 1550 924 124 (calls cost €1.
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