TechniSat DigiPal1 manuale d’uso

Oper a ting Manual DigiP al 1 R eceiv er for D VB-T prog r ammes Ar t.-No. 0000/4903 E E E E P P P P G G G G bed_anl_DigiPal 1.qxd 23.01.03 14:42 Seite 1[...]

1 Contents 1 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 5 2 Illustrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 3 Please read this fir st . . . . . . . . . . .6 Safety notices! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Initial installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 4 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 4.1 Power mains connection . . . [...]

6.12 Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 6.12.1 Programming by EPG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 6.12.2 Manual Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 7 Changing basic prog ramming . . . .25 7.1 Configuring the programme list . . . . . . . . .25 7.1.1 Calling up the programme list . . . . . . . . . .25 7.1.2 Adding pro[...]

On/stand-by Numeric keypad Programme list on/off Back Menu on/off Sound on/off Language selection Programme down Multi-function keys V olume + Programme up TV/Radio operation EPG OK V olume - Arrow key right Arrow key left Arrow key up Arrow key down Remote control Info key 2 Illustrations 3 bed_anl_DigiPal 1.qxd 23.01.03 14:42 Seite 4[...]

4 DC input RS 232 interface Antenna output Input terrestrial aerial (antenna feed +5V/100mA/ switchable via OSD) LED display Programme selection up/down SCART socket TV On/Standby F r ont view R ear view bed_anl_DigiPal 1.qxd 23.01.03 14:42 Seite 5[...]

6 3 Please read this first > Before you start operating the receiver , please check that all necessary parts have been delivered. Y ou should have the following: 1 receiver , 1 mains plug/adapter , 1 remote control, 1 operating manual, 1 guarantee card, 2 batteries (1,5V micro-cells). > Insert the batteries supplied in the battery compart- me[...]

Safety precautions For your own protection you should read the safety precautions carefully before operating your new receiver . The manufacturer accepts no liability for damage caused by inappropriate handling, or by non-compliance with the safety precautions. > In order to ensure adequate air circulation, place the unit on a smooth, flat surfa[...]

Important notes on operation The use of so-called "On Screen Displays" (see example) simplifies the operation of the receiver , and reduces the num- ber of keys required on the remote control. All functions are indicated on the TV screen, and can be adjusted with a few key-strokes. Groups of functions that belong together are pla- ced in [...]

> Press the OK key to display the selection window for the OSD langua ge . (Fig. 3-3) > Use the ar row k eys up/down to mark the required language. > Confirm with OK , in order to advance to the selection of the preferred audio language. (Fig. 3-4) > Use the ar row k eys up/down to select the prefer- red audio language. > Confirm wit[...]

10 Connection to a TV set by means of a Scar t cable: a. Connection from antenna to the ter restrial antenna input of the DVB-T receiver . b. Mains power connection c. Scart connection from the DVB-T receiver to the television set. Connection to the TV set by means of an antenna cable : a. Connection from the antenna to the ter restrial anten- na i[...]

11 4 Connections The references a b c etc. stated below refer to the illustration on page 10. 4.1 Mains power connection The receiver should only be connected to the mains power supply when the unit has been completely connected with all other relevant components. This will eliminate the danger of damage to the receiver or other components. b When [...]

Y ou must now tune your TV set to the transmission channel of the receiver . Select a free programme slot on your TV set and tune it to channel 41 (refer to operating manual of the TV set if necessary). If you do not receive a clear image on channel 41, this may be the result of a neighbouring channel being set to a pro- gramme being received from [...]

Y our receiver will now check automatically whether the channel you have selected, as well as the lower neig- hbouring channel adjoining it, are free (Fig. 4-4). If the channel is already occupied, a note to this effect will be displayed (Fig. 4-5). In this case, please repeat the procedure until you find a suitable free channel. > When you have[...]

14 5 Installation Now that you have connected your receiver , and commenced operation, you can turn to optimising the setting for your personal preferences. 5.1 OSD Language This menu item gives you the option of selecting the menu language of your choice. In order to change the OSD language, proceed as follows: > Press the Menu key to call up t[...]

5.2.1 Parental control Y our receiver is equipped with a parental control function. Programmes that you have blocked in line with Points 7.1.5 and 7.2 can only be viewed after a four-digit PIN code has been entered. Go to this line and press the OK key to activate or deactivate the parental control function on resp. off . 5.2.2 Time difference to G[...]

16 > Confirm by pressing OK . The menu Audio/ V ideo Settings will be displayed. (Fig. 5-5) > Y ou can use the ar r ow keys up/down to move the marker within the menu, and to change the individual positions as indicated. When selecting a menu item please also note any additional notes displayed. The following adjustments can be made: 5.3.1 Pi[...]

6.1 Switching on and off > Switch the receiver on by pressing the On/Standby key , either on the receiver itself or on the remote control unit. > Pressing this key again on the receiver or on the remote control will switch the receiver off again. > The receiver is now in standby mode, and the display on the receiver box front panel will sh[...]

18 6.2.3.1 Selecting a list The receiver is equipped with several programme lists, which facilitate the finding of programmes. Y ou can select either your personal Fa vourites list (see Point 7.1), or you can choose to have the programmes sorted according to the Alphabet or by Provider . > Press the OK key . The active programme list will be dis[...]

19 When switching on the receiver from standby , sound will be produced at the volume level last set. > The volume of your receiver can be increased by using the V olume + key , or you can make it softer by using the V olume - key . > Press the Sound on/off key to mute the sound, press the key again to switch the sound back on. 6.4 Selecting [...]

6.7 Display Time and Programme Information This function allows you to view programme information related to the programme currently selected. > Press the blue key to display information for the programme selected. On the lower half of the screen you will see a display showing current time, the name of the programme selected, as well as the star[...]

6.10.2 Using the internal Videotext decoder If your television set is not equipped with an integrated videotext decoder , you can still receive videotext via your receiver , wherever available from the broadcaster . > Select and switch to the programme of which you would like to view the videotext information. > Press the red function key to [...]

22 6.1 1.3 EPG Information Where this is broadcast by the provider , the EPG function will provide you with information on the contents of various programmes: > Use the ar row up/down keys to select the appropriate programme. > Press either the EPG key or the blue function key (More) to display the information. (Fig. 6-12) Lengthy text passag[...]

6.12.2 Manual Programming / changing timer settings In addition to EPG timer programming, you can also use manual programming. T o use manual programming, proceed as follows: > Use the Menu key to call up the Main Menu . > Select the line Timer and confirm by pressing OK . The menu Timer will be displayed (Fig. 6-15). > Press the yello w f[...]

Repea t (optional) > Use the ar row k ey right to highlight the category Rep . > Confirm by pressing OK . A selection window will be displayed, showing various suggestions for repeats. 1x T imer on T Daily repeat 1xW Repeat once per week 1-5 Daily repeat on workdays only 6-7 Daily repeat on weekends only > Use the ar row k eys up/down to s[...]

7 Changing basic programming 7.1 Configuring the programme list This chapter describes how you can change and adapt the preprogramming of your receiver as well as the Favourites programme list to suit to your own preferences. This function is also required to sort newly found programmes into the list after a programme search. Please note the follow[...]

> Press the gr een function key (Select) to display a selection window . (Fig. 7-3) > Now use the ar row k eys up/down to mark the category All in order to display all available programmes in the T otal list, or select All new to display only new programmes found during the last scan, or select All found to display all programmes found during[...]

> Press the red function key (Delete). The message “Do you really want to delete the programme(s)?” will be displayed. > Use the ar row k eys left/right to select Ye s or No . > Confirm by pressing OK. 7.1.4 Sorting programmes T o sort the programmes in your Favorites list in the order most convenient to you, proceed as follows: > P[...]

T o block access to a programme, proceed as follows: > Call up a programme list by pressing OK . > Press the blue function key (Change). > Now use the ar row k eys up/down to select the programme you wish to block/restrict. > Now press the gr een function key to select the function Parental Contr ol . A lock symbol will appear next to t[...]

7.3 Cancelling parental control for individual programmes In order to delete the parental control block for individual pro- grammes, proceed as per Point 7.1.5. First press the blue function key (Change), then enter the PIN code. Select the appropriate programme and use the gr een function key (Parental Control) to remove the access control. 7.4 Pr[...]

30 7.4.2 Extended search When performing an extended search (Fig. 7-7) you have two options of performing this. 1. F requency search The user specifies a frequency range which is then scanned for programmes. 2. Channel search In this case, the user specifies a range of channels, which is then scanned for programmes. Performing a channel search is f[...]

> Confirm by pressing OK . The menu Search Manual Search will be displayed (Fig. 7-8) > T o search a channel for programmes, use the ar row k eys left/right to enter the channel. > Press the red function key (Start Search) to commen- ce the search. PID Search Should you be unable to find a particular programme by means of an automatic or e[...]

7.5 Calling up factory settings/Delete All Y ou can return to the original factory (default) settings at any time. Y ou can also, if the programme list is completely outda- ted because of changes made by programme providers, delete this completely , and then perform a new search. Plea- se note that after you have carried out the Delete function you[...]

7.6 System configuration This menu item allows you to view the specific unit data. > Use the ar row k eys up/down to select this line in the sub-menu Settings . > Confirm by pressing OK . > Press the Menu key to return to normal operation. 8 T echnical T erms Antenna cable (co-axial cable): The connecting cable used between antenna and rec[...]

34 Mode: determines whether a mono or a stereo programme is received OSD: O n S creen D isplay (messages shown on TV screen) PID: P acket Id entifier , Packet-ID SCART : T ype of plug/socket connection used in television sets, video recorders, satellite receivers and other entertainment electro- nics products to transmit both sound and picture (aud[...]

35 Image material 16:9 Automatically adapted for 16:9 TV sets (via SCART) Letterbox filtering for 4:3 TV sets Audio decoding: Audio compression MPEG-1 & MPEG-2 Layer I and II Audio Mode Dual (main/sub), Stereo Sampling frequencies 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, Audio par ameter s: Output analogue: Output level L/R 0,5 V r .m.s. (nominal) Output impe[...]

36 Mains pow er supply: External mains connector: 12V / 600 mA Po wer r equirement: < 10 W (in operation, incl. power feed to antenna) Input V olta ge: 12 V .... 15 V Direct current General: Ambient temperature +15°C...+35°C Humidity < 80% Dimensions (WxDxH): 158 mm x 1 15 mm x 47 mm Weight: 0,5 kg 10 T rouble-shooting guide Dear Customer ,[...]

37 Problem Possible cause Solution Display on, no picture, no sound Defective or no cable connection Check all cable connections Display off, no picture, no sound No mains power supply Check mains power switch No reception of programmes previously in order Antenna has moved Programme now broadcast on a different frequency Programme no longer being [...]

38 For everyday use Switching on and off > Switch the receiver on by pressing the On/Standby key , either on the receiver unit itself or on the remote control. > Press the key again either on the receiver unit or on the remote control to switch the receiver off again. > The receiver is now in Standby mode. Programme selection Using the Pro[...]