TERRA X Digital Terrestrial Receiver User`s Manual

TERRA X

Digital Terrestrial

Receiver

User's Manual

1. Introduction

1.1 Overview

This terrestrial receiver was designed for digital free-to-air (unencrypted) signals. It enables you to tune in on the hundreds of digital television and radio channels broadcasting to your region, with the highest video, audio and data quality attainable with current technology. It performs numerous functions to provide you with a variety of services.

1.2 Main Features

- Fully Compliant with MPEG-2 and DVB-T Standards

- Digital Audio Output (S/PDIF)

- Built-in Teletext Decoder (STV/VBI)

- Multiple OSD Language

- MPEG-2 Video (MP@ML), MPEG-1 Audio Layer1, Layer2

- 3000 TV and 1000 Radio Programmable Channels

- QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM demodulation

- Digital Tuner with Loop-Through Output

- Manual PID Insertion

- Direct Channel Selection from EPG

- 8 Colour OSG with 16 Levels of Transparency

- 4 digit 7 segment LED

- Variable Screen Aspect Ratio (4:3, 16:9)

- Favorite Channel and Parental Lock Functions

- RS-232C Port for Additional Information Service and System Software Upgrading

2. Safety/Precautions

2.1 Safety

- Be sure to read this manual before you start operating the unit.

- Do not touch the power cord with wet hands, as that may cause electric shock.

- Never open the cover. It is very dangerous to touch the inside of the unit, due to possible electric shock.

- Place the unit in an adequately ventilated and cool environment.

- When not in use for a long time, it is recommended that the power cord be disconnected from the mains. Also, make sure you do not use the unit with a damaged power cord, as this may cause electric shock or fire.

- A professional installation is required. If reception is interrupted, contact your authorized local service center.

2.2 Precautions

When installing the unit

- Install the unit on a level horizontal plane. Unleveled installation may cause damage to the unit.

- Do not put heavy items, such as a TV, on top of the unit. That may cause damage to the unit.

- Do not install the unit where: it may be subject to vibrations it is exposed to direct sunlight temperature may be too high or too low there is no adequate ventilation

- Moving the unit from a cold area to a hot one will cause condensation. In such a case, leave the unit to dry for a couple of hours, before you operate it.

3. Accessories

The following have been packed in your receiver box:

User's manual: 1 Pc.

Remote control: 1 Pc.

Batteries (AAA Type): 2 Pcs.

Scart Cable : 1 Pc.

* If any accessory listed above is missing, contact the point of purchase.

4. Controls/Functions

4.1 Front Panel

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Digital Terrestrial Receiver

- Power Button

switches the receiver between “Stand-By” and “On” modes

- LED (4 Digit) displays the time when in “Stand-By” mode and the channel number when the unit is operating.

- IR Sensor detects the infra-red command signals generated by the remote control handset

- Channel ▲ & ▼ move the cursor Up or Down in an application screen or change channels sequentially Up or Down in normal operation.

4.2 Rear Panel

ANT INPUT

VHF: 177~228 MHz

UHF: 474~858 MHz

TV

LOOP OUT

VCR

#. ANT IN PUT:

IF input from Antenna to digital tuner

#. LOOP OUT

IF loop-through output from digital tuner

#. AUDIO-L

Left audio output

#. AUDIO-R

Right audio output

#. VIDEO

Composite video output

#. DIGITAL AUDIO

Digital audio output (S/PDIF)

#. TV SCART

SCART output to TV

#. VCR SCART

SCART output to VCR, analog receiver or Hi-Fi

#. RS-232C

Low speed serial port

L

AUDIO VIDEO

R

DIGITAL

AUDIO

RS-232C

90~250V ~

50/60Hz, 30W

Designed and Assembled in Germany

4.3 Remote Control Handset

Power:

MUTE

TXT:

MENU SETUP EXIT

INFO

TV

RECAL

CH "

LANG

RADIO

Mute:

MENU:

SETUP:

EXIT:

INFO:

VOL

OK

VOL

FAV

1

CH !

2

EPG

3

RECALL:

LANG

TV/RADIO:

CH (

▲

/

▼

):

4

7

5

8

0

6

9

VOL (!/"):

OK:

FAV:

EPG (Electronic

Program Guide):

Numeric Keys

(0~9):

power: switches the receiver between Stand-

By & On modes displays the teletext contents of the viewed channel, if teletext is transmitted mutes the audio output accesses the main menu accesses the receiver set-up menu to return to previous status or menu displays the available information on the viewed channel goes back to the previously viewed channel select sound mode or audio language switches between TV & Radio channels lists change channels sequentially up or down in viewing mode and move the cursor up or down in an application screen alter the audio output level up or down in viewing mode and change the selected item’s setting in an application screen selects an item or confirms a choice to view your personal channel list provides programme content information.

Press again to return to viewing mode for direct entry of channel number or input of alphanumeric characters

5. Using The Remote Control

5.1 Batteries

- How to insert the batteries

. Open the cover at the top of the rear side of the handset

. Insert two 'AAA' type batteries (1.5V), respecting the indicated polarity +/- signs

. Close the cover

- When to replace the batteries

. When the operational range of the handset gets smaller, or when the receiver no longer responds to each and every command. Always replace both batteries at the same time.

- Accident prevention

. Do not recharge, heat or disassemble the batteries

. Make sure the intended polarity alignment is respected

. If the handset is not going to be used for some time, take the batteries out. If not, the batteries may leak and cause damage to the handset

5.2 Range Of Operation

. The operating range of the handset is within +/- 30 degrees on both the vertical and horizontal planes of the

Infra Red sensor

. Transmission distance does not exceed 7m

* Notes

- When the handset is not operational

Replace the batteries and make sure the receiver is connected to the power supply

- Abnormal operation

Disturbance from peripheral devices may occur. You will need to move the object that is generating the disturbance.

- Notes for handling

In the event the receiver is exposed to heat or water, operating it could be dangerous. Have the unit checked by a qualified technician prior to operating it again

6. Connecting The Receiver

6.1 To a TV set, using both A/V connections

ANT INPUT

VHF: 177~228 MHz

UHF: 474~858 MHz

LOOP OUT

TV AUDIO L VIDEO

VCR AUDIO R

DIGITAL

AUDIO

RS-232C

6.2 To a TV set, using both SCART connections

VIDEO

AUDIO L

AUDIO R

ANT INPUT

LOOP OUT

TV

VCR

AUDIO L VIDEO

AUDIO R

RS232C

6.3 To a Hi-Fi system and a TV set, using both A/V connections

L

AUDIO IN

DIGITAL

AUDIO IN

R

VIDEO IN

ANT INPUT

TV

AUDIO L VIDEO

LOOP OUT

VCR

RS232C

AUDIO R

6.4 To a VCR and a TV set, using both SCART connections

ANT INPUT

LOOP OUT

TV

VCR

AUDIO L VIDEO

AUDIO R

RS232C

7. Setup and Operation

7.1 Before Setup

- Information

A menu is a field of text, displayed on the TV screen. Selectable menu items are generally highlighted. Items that are not highlighted cannot be selected. Most menus display explanatory information at the bottom of the screen.

7.2 Setup Menu

To install the receiver properly you have to perform a "Setup Procedure". After you finish the setup procedure, you can start watching TV or listening to Radio. During the basic settings, a short information is displayed at the bottom of the menu screen.

. Turn on your TV and receiver

. Press the SETUP button to display the setup mode.

. Use the CH "/!, and Vol ◀/▶ buttons to move across a menu page.

. When you have reached the required item, press the OK button to confirm your choice.

. Press EXIT to return to quit the mode.

- System Setup

Press the OK button on 'System Setup' in the Setup Menu. The following window will appear. Set the Video

Format, TV Type, Scart RGB output, GMT Offset, TTX Type and Antenna Power.

Video Format: PAL I, B, G or K/ SECAM/ NTSC/

MULTI

TV Type: Standard (4:3) / Wide (16:9)

Scart RGB: On / Off

GMT Offset: +12:00 ~ -12:00

Teletext Type: STB (Normal TV Mode) / VBI

Antenna Power: On / Off

. Use CH "/! to move up and down the list.

. Use Vol ◀/▶ to change the setting.

. Upon reaching the required menu line, press OK to enter the setting.

. Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

- Channel Search

Press OK on 'Channel Search' in the Setup Menu. The following window will appear. Set the Tune Method,

Transponder, Frequency, Bandwidth, COFDM Spectrum Mode, Guard, and Function.

Tune Method: ALL (Free+Scr) / ALL (Free) /

TP (Free+Scr)

Transponder: VHF 05~12 CH

UHF 21~69 CH

Frequency: Auto / Manual

BW: 6 / 7 / 8 MHz

Mode: 2k / 8k

Guard: 1/4, 1/8, 1/16, 1/32

Function: Append / Delete / Change

Signal Quality:

AGC: Indicates received signal strength level.

. Use CH "/! to move up and down the list.

. Use Vol ◀/▶ to change the setting.

. Upon reaching the required menu line, press OK to enter the setting.

. Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

- Setup Lock/PIN

Press OK on '

Setup Lock/PIN

' in the Setup Menu. The following window will appear. Set the Menu Lock,

Change the PIN, enter the New PIN and confirm the Confirm PIN.

Menu Lock: On/Off

Change PIN: Press OK if you want to change.

New PIN: Enter your new 4-digit code

Confirm PIN: Confirm your new 4-digit code

* Note: The default PIN is '1234'

. Use CH "/! to move up and down the list.

. Use Vol ◀/▶ to change the setting.

. Upon reaching the required menu line, press OK to enter the setting.

. Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

- Time Setting

Press OK on 'Time Setting' in the Setup Menu. The following window will appear. Set the Local Time, Sleep

Time, Timer Status and Program the Timer.

Local Time: dd/mm/yyyy - day – hh:mm

Sleep Time: 0~180 min

. Use CH "/! to move up and down the list.

. Use Vol ◀/▶ to change the setting.

. Upon reaching the required menu line, press OK to enter the setting.

. Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

- Factory Default

Press OK on 'Factory Set' in the Setup Menu. Confirm whether you wish to go back to the factory default settings.

7.3 General Viewing Information

- Program Information

Information on the currently viewed program appears for a few seconds, when you press INFO.

Favorite

Scrambled

Lock

Teletext

Clock

Channel name

Channel number

- TV/Radio Channels List

While watching TV you can call the channel list by pressing TV/Radio. The picture in the preview screen is that of the highlighted channel, which can be changed with the CH "/!. Vol ◀/▶ scrolls Channel List pages Down or Up. Pressing OK on a highlighted channel calls that channel and exits the Channel List.

Press EXIT to close the Channel List.

<TV Channel List>

<Radio Channel List>

- Favorite Channels Lists

While watching TV or listening to Radio you can call the respective favorite channels list by pressing FAV. If the list is empty, it will not appear.

- Program Guide

Press EPG to access the electronic program guide, if available from the broadcaster.

- Language

Press LANG to access the audio language selection screen.

Track: 1 of 1,2...

Mode: Stereo / Mono Left / Mono Right

Level: Normal / High / Low

Language: unknown

- Recall

Press RECALL to recall the previous channel.

- Teletext

Press TXT to access the teletext service if available from the broadcaster.

7.4 Main Menu Settings

From the Main Menu you access the Program Guide, Channel Sorting, Language & Color Preference

Settings, Favorites Editing, Channel Editing and Software Version information.

. Press MENU

. Use CH "/! to move up and down the list.

. Use Vol ◀/▶ to change the setting.

. Upon reaching the required menu line, press OK to enter the setting.

. Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

- Program Guide

Press OK on 'Program Guide' in the Main Menu. The following window will appear.

Use CH "/! to move up and down the list.

Use Vol ◀/▶ to move sideways across a channel line.

Pressing OK on the highlighted channel calls that channel to the background.

Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode

.

- Sort Programs

Press OK on 'Program Search' in the Main Menu. The following window will appear.

Use Vol ◀/▶ to select an alphabetical letter.

Press OK to confirm your choice.

Use CH "/! to move up and down the list.

Use Vol ◀/▶ to scroll pages Down or Up.

Pressing OK on the highlighted channel calls that channel and closes this menu.

Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

- Languages & Colours

Press OK on the '

Language Preference

'. The following window will appear. Select the menu language, default audio language, menu opacity, palette and Radio Ch Logo setting.

Menu Language: Select English / Arabic / Deutsch /

François / Italian / Russian / Spanish / Turkish

Menu Opacity: 20~100 %

Palette: Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter

/ Jungle / Undersea / Sun Flower / Sky

Radio CH Logo: On / Off

. Use CH "/! to move upwards and downwards in the menus.

. Use Vol ◀/▶ to change the values in the alternatives.

. When you have reached the required subject menu, press OK to confirm your selection.

. Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

-. Edit favorites

Press OK on the 'Edit Favorites'. The following window will appear.

Select the

Edit favorites

menu.

TV/Radio Favorite

Move Favorite

Favorite category

Delete Favorite

Move Channel

Favorite

Lock Channel

Delete Channel

Add Channel

-. Edit Channels

Press OK on the 'Edit Channel'. The following window will appear.

Select the

Edit channel menu.

TV/Radio Channel

Edit Name

. Use CH "/! to move upwards and downwards in the menus.

. Use Vol ◀/▶ to change the values in the alternatives.

. When you have reached the required subject menu, press OK to confirm your selection.

. Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

-. About

Press OK on the 'About'. The following window will appear.

It shows model name, application version, and device version.

. Press EXIT to go back to the previous mode.

Problem solving

There may be various reasons for the abnormal operation of the unit. Therefore, if the unit does not work properly, check it according to the procedures shown in the table below:

LED on front panel does not light.

AC power cord disconnected

Remedy

Connect power cord properly into the power socket

No Picture or sound

Black-and- white screen or V-Hold

Wrong connection of the video/audio output to TV input terminal

Wrong connection of satellite antenna cable

No signal or weak signal

Wrong setting of channel information n MENU screen

Your TV mode is different from satellite broadcasting mode

Connect two terminals correctly with scart cable or RCA or RF cable

Connect the antenna cable correctly

Check the cable connections, LNB and other equipment connected between the

LNB and the receiver or adjust the antenna

Type the setting value correctly

Use same mode as TV

Use the NTSC/PAL converter connected to the receiver and TV

The remote controller is not working

Battery exhausted

Fluorescent light interfering with the remote controller Remote controller is incorrectly aimed

Change the batteries

Switch off the light

Aim the remote control at the receiver

Specifications

-. System capabilities

-. Tuner input

Connector:

Frequency range:

Signal level:

Bandwidth:

-. Demodulator

Front end:

COFDM Spectrum:

FEC Mode:

-. System resource

Processor:

-. Video Decoder

MPEG 2:

Data Rate:

Video format:

Aspect Ratio:

-. Teletext

DVB compliant:

-. MPEG Audio

MPEG 1 layer 1&2

Type :

Sampling rates:

-. Serial data interface

Connector:

-. Remote control

Operating condition:

-. Power supply

Power consumption:

Supply voltage:

Supply frequency:

-. Rear panel connectors

Video out:

Audio L/R:

Digital Audio:

Serial data:

Digital tuner input:

Loop-through Digital tuner:

TV SCART:

VCR SCART:

-. Physical Specification

Size (W x H x D):

Weight (Net):

Full DVB-T compliant

IEC 169-24, female

VHF: 178MHz ~ 228MHz

UHF: 474MHz ~ 858MHz

-90dBm ~ -35dBm

6 / 7 / 8 MHz type.

QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM

2k, 8k Carrier

Rate 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8

32bit processor (60MHz)

Main Profile @ Main Level

Up to 15Mbit/s

NTSC, PAL, MULIT

4:3, 16:9

STV (Normal TV) / VBI

Mono, Dual mono, Stereo

32, 44.1 and 48KHz

9pin D-sub male, Max 115Kbps

Up to 7 Meter

Max 30W

90-250V/AC

50/60Hz

1 x RCA cinch

2 x RCA cinch

1 x RCA cinch:

9pin D-sub

IEC 169-24

IEC 169-24

RGB, CVBS, Y/C, Audio

CVBS, Y/C, Audio

260 x 60 x 185 mm

2.0 Kg