EchoStar T-232 FTA User manual

Brand: EchoStar

Model: T-232 FTA

Category: TV set-top boxes

Type: User manual

User Guide

EchoStar Digital Terrestrial Receiver

Terrestrial User Interface

Preface

Page II EchoStar International Corporation

DISCLAIMER

RECEIVER

EchoStar International Corporation has to the best of its abilities, done

everything to supply you with a receiver built to the most up-to-date

software and hardware. EchoStar International Corporation makes no

warranties with respect to the reception of the channels provided by the

broadcast service providers and specifically disclaims any implied

warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.

EchoStar International Corporation reserves the right, for whatever

reason, to revise, change or modify the hard- and software of the receiver

without the obligation to notify or warrant any person or organization of

such change.

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 User guide and specifically disclaims any

implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.

The information provided is meant as a guideline for the use and

maintenance of the receiver.

EchoStar International Corporation reserves the right to revise, change or

translate this User guide without the obligation to notify any person or

organization of such change. Therefore, please visit our web site, on a

regular basis, for the latest information available.

Issue: echolite_terrestrial_b_100a_us

Translated from:

We encourage you to express your thoughts on this user manual.

Please send your comments to:

EchoStar International Corporation

Technical Publications Department

Schuilenburglaan 5a

7604 BJ Almelo

The Netherlands

LIMITED WARRANTY

If your receiver has conditional access capabilities:

For pay-services, please only use Common Interface (CI) modules and

the related Smartcard which are approved by the service provider of the

encrypted program you want to receive. Only this will enable the receiver

to work properly.

Anomalies can occur when an unapproved CI-module and/or Smartcard

is used. EchoStar can not and will not accept any responsibility for the

performance of such CI-modules and/or smartcards. If you use an

unapproved CI-module and/or Smartcard, EchoStar is no longer able to

provide any assistance or support. Use of an unapproved CI-module and/

or Smartcard will void any warranty claim. If you have any doubt which CI-

modules are approved, please ask your service provider for assistance.

This User Guide has been provided pursuant to an agreement containing

restrictions on its use. This User guide is also covered by Federal

No part of this User Guide may be copied, distributed, transmitted, stored

in a retrieval system or translated into any human or computer language,

in any form or by any other means, electronically, mechanically,

magnetically, manually or otherwise or disclosure to third parties without

the express written permission of EchoStar International Corporation.

EchoStar International Corporation is possibly in the possession of

patents, requests for patent approval, trademarks, copyrights and other

intellectual property with respect to the contents within this user manual.

The submission of this User Guide does not imply you have got any

license or other legal right for the use of the here above mentioned

without the express written permission of EchoStar International

Corporation.

■ EchoStar, EchoLite and Quality has a Name

are registered trademarks of EchoStar International Corporation;

■ All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners or

companies.

Safety Guidelines

www.echostar-int.com Page III

SAFETY GUIDELINES

1. INTENDED USE

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.

2. NOTATIONAL CONVENTIONS

Throughout this user guide, there may be

blocks of text indicated by symbols and printed

in a different way then the surrounding text.

These blocks of text ask the attention of the

reader to avoid hazardous situations. The

hazard levels are indicated as:

HIS WARNING INDICATES A HAZARDOUS

SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD

RESULT IN (SERIOUS) INJURY.

This caution indicates a situation which, if

not avoided, could damage the equipment

or other properties.

This note indicates additional information to

the user to make the user aware of possible

problems and information of any importance

to help the user to understand, to use and to

maintain the installation.

3. GENERAL SAFETY

Read this manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions given. For your safety,

know what the reaction upon each action will be. Do not perform any actions which are not

described in this guide, failing to do so might result in an uncontrolled behavior of the receiver and

it’s accessories or even in a hazardous situation for persons and/or equipment.

Disconnect the AC/DC adapter from the mains before you start any maintenance or installation

procedures. Do not use alcohol or ammonia based liquids to clean the equipment. If required, clean

with a soft lint-free cloth slightly made damp with a mild soap solution.

Consult an authorized service technician if the equipment does not operate normally when the

instructions in this user guide are strictly followed. Do not to attempt to open the receiver or it’s

accessories, as you will be exposed to a shock hazard.

Do not put any objects on top of the receiver which could fall through the ventilation slots or which

could cover them and prevent proper cooling of the components inside.

Do not put any (foreign) objects into the ventilation slots. This can cause fire or an electrical shock

by shorting the internal components.

Make sure that nothing rests on the receivers cables and that the cables are not located where they

can cause injury to persons and pets (e.g to stumble over, eat the cable).

Do not install the receiver:

■ in the open air;

■ in a closed or poorly ventilated cabinet;

■ directly on top of or under another equipment;

■ on a surface which will obstruct the ventilation slots.

Do not expose the receiver and it’s accessories:

■ to rain or excessive moisture to avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to your receiver;

■ to direct sunlight, heaters, stoves or any other heat generating equipment;

■ to any magnetic objects, such as speakers, electric motors, transformers, etc.;

■ to excessive vibration.

■ To help avoid possible damage to the receiver’s electronics:

wait 5 seconds after you switched off the receiver before you move the receiver or disconnect

any equipment.

Safety Guidelines

Page IV EchoStar International Corporation

4. ELECTRICAL SAFETY

When you use or connect electrical equipment,

always obey the safety regulations as

applicable in your country, to reduce the risk of

fire, electrical shock and personal injury.

Read and comply at least with the given safety

instructions.

■ Always make sure that the electrical power

supply corresponds with the voltage on the

electrical identification plate on the

equipment next to the electrical connection.

■ Your equipment is double insulated in

compliance with the standards as stated in

the EC Declaration of Conformity; therefore

no additional earth wire is required, though

the use of an earth leak switch and/or over

voltage protection switch is recommended.

■ Only use an approved extension

(convenience) lead suitable for the electrical

power consumption of the installed

equipment.

■ Only use an original or by EchoStar

International Corporation approved AC/DC

adapter.

■ The AC/DC adapter is only meant for use

with the related EchoStar terrestrial receiver.

■ Always first disconnect the AC/DC adapter

from the mains before you disconnect the

connector at the receiver.

■ If another 12Vdc/24Vdc source is applied,

use a suitable rated fuse. Make sure the

power supply to the receiver is protected

against a short circuit situation.

4.1. AC/DC ADAPTER

1) Receiver connector, 2) Mains connector

4.2. LOGOS

The CE logo.

This logo tells you that the receiver is

following the provisions of Council

Directive 89/336/EEC on the

approximation of the laws of the Member

States relating to the electromagnetic

compatibility and the provisions of Council

Directive 73/23/EEC and 93/68/EEC on

the approximation of the laws of the

Member States relating to low voltage and

electrical safety.

The double insulation logo.

This logo tells you that the receiver is

electrically safe within the normal use of

the receiver as stated in the safety

chapter.

The 12/24Vdc connector identification

This logo tells you that the outer contact is

the - contact.

The Digital Video Broadcasting logo.

This logo tells you that this equipment is

compliant with the DVB standards as

registered under registration number

5. ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY

Most of the packaging materials can be

recycled. Please discard these materials in an

environmental safe manner.

5.1. BATTERIES

Unsafely disposed batteries can be hazardous

to your environment.

6. END OF LIFE DISPOSAL

Your receiver and related accessories contain

materials which can be recycled and reused.

Specialized companies can recycle your

equipment to increase the amount of reusable

materials and to minimize the amount of

materials to be disposed of.

Please inform yourself on local regulations on

disposal of your equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL REMARK

Dispose the packaging in an environmental

safe manner. Please inform yourself on local

regulations with respect to the disposal of

reusable materials.

ENVIRONMENTAL REMARK

Dispose used batteries in an environmental

safe manner. Please inform yourself on local

regulations with respect to the disposal of

batteries.

www.echostar-int.com Page V

Table of Contents

SAFETY GUIDELINES

1 INTENDED USE III

2 NOTATIONAL CONVENTIONS III

3 GENERAL SAFETY III

4 ELECTRICAL SAFETY IV

5 ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY IV

6 END OF LIFE DISPOSAL IV

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

1 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 1

2 TO INSTALL THE RECEIVER 2

3 FIRST TIME INSTALLATION 2

4 OPERATION 3

5 ANTENNA MYTHS 4

6 CLEANING 4

GETTING STARTED

1 UNPACKING 1-1

2 INSTALL YOUR RECEIVER 1-1

3 MENU STRUCTURE 1-2

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

1 EPG MENU 2-1

2 TELETEXT 2-2

3TIMERS 2-3

4 ORGANIZE THE LISTS 2-4

5 INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE 2-5

6 THE MAIN MENU STRUCTURE 2-6

TROUBLESHOOTING

1 GENERAL 3-1

2 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (RCU) RELATED 3-1

3LIST RELATED 3-1

4 EPG RELATED 3-1

5 TV AND RADIO RELATED 3-2

6 TIMER RELATED 3-3

7 INSTALLATION RELATED 3-3

GLOSSARY

1 ABBREVIATIONS 4-1

2TERMINOLOGY 4-1

ACTIVE ANTENNA

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Page VI EchoStar International Corporation

Quick Reference Guide

www.echostar-int.com Page 1

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

1. REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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.

1.2. THE KEYS

■ Mute, to temporary, shut down the audio.

■ ON/STANDBY, to switch to standby or on.

■ TV, to switch the receiver signal to the TV on

or off (SCART connection only).

■ TV/RAD, to switch to TV or Radio mode.

■ Audio, to choose a language.

■ EPG, to view the EPG.

■ Subtitle, to choose another subtitle

language.

■ MENU, to go to the main menu.

■ i, To view the help, or to view additional

information, or to select an active option.

■ EXIT, to leave a menu or feature.

■ VOL, to decrease the volume.

■ CH, to go one channel up.

■ OK, to go to the (favorites) lists, or to make

a menu selection.

■ , to go left, up, right or down.

■ VOL, to increase the volume.

■ CH, to go one channel down.

CAUTION

Insert the batteries correctly, make sure the

polarity matches the instruction in the

battery compartment.

■ Freeze, to hold still the TV image.

■ Page +, to go up one page.

■ Page -, to go down one page.

■ Recall, to go to the previous channel.

■ NUMBER KEYS,

To enter alpha-numerical settings;

To type in a channel number.

■ Teletext, to choose teletext.

■ SLEEP, to select the sleep timer.

■ White, no function.

■ Red;

To select the signal indication for adjustment

of the antenna;

To select a language (initial setup only);

To select a favorite list;

To select an edit option;

To access the EPG timers;

To select an active option.

■ Green

To start the all channel search;

To select a favorite list;

To select an edit option;

To sort a list;

To select an active option.

■ Yellow

To organize the channel list

To select a favorite list;

To select an edit option;

To select an active option.

■ Blue

To access the installation menu;

To select a favorite list;

To select an edit option;

To select an active option.

On/Standby

Mute

Audio

Subtitle

Recall

Teletext

Quick Reference Guide

Page 2 EchoStar International Corporation

2. TO INSTALL THE RECEIVER

For the location and availability of the basic front panel controls, please refer to the front panel as

shown on the packaging. If available, the basic front panel controls are:

For the location and availability of the connectors, please refer to the rear panel as shown on the

packaging. If available, the connectors on the rear panel are:

WARNING

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.

The standby/on button, to switch the receiver to Standby or On.

The arrow up button, to move one channel up.

The arrow down button, to move one channel down.

Indicators The red indicator shows that there is sufficient signal received;

The orange indicator shows that the receiver is in standby;

The green indicator shows that the receiver is set to on.

ANT IN

(IEC), to connect a terrestrial antenna (analog and digital broadcasts).

TV OUT (IEC), to connect a VCR or TV (UHF modulator only).

(Yellow) VIDEO (RCA), to connect to the composite video input of the TV (monitor).

(White) AUDIO L (RCA), to connect to the left audio input of a stereo set.

(Red) AUDIO R (RCA), to connect to the right audio input of a stereo set.

(Black) S/PDIF (RCA), to connect to a Dolby Digital amplifier or home cinema equipment.

TV (SCART), to connect to a TV with a fully-featured SCART cable;

VCR (SCART), to connect to a VCR with a fully-featured SCART cable.

SVHS (DIN), to connect to a S-Video input of SVHS compatible equipment.

RS-232 (4 pin/sub-D), for the connection to the serial communication port of a PC.

12/24Vdc, for the connection of the adapter that came with the receiver or another

secure 12Vdc/24Vdc source.

3. FIRST TIME INSTALLATION

1. Make sure, all connections are made safely.

2. Switch on the receiver and wait for the

Guided setup menu.

3. Press the green key and wait for the search

channels to complete.

4. Press the OK key and wait for the live video

to appear.

NOTE

For receivers that are connected with an

UHF cable, make sure that the TV is set to

UHF channel 38 (607.25Mhz). If the channel

number on the TV and receiver are not the

same, you will have a distorted or no image

at all.

NOTE

If you have only one antenna connected,

install the loop-through cable between the

DIGITAL OUT and the ANALOG IN

connector to be able to receive both digital

and analog signals.

Quick Reference Guide

www.echostar-int.com Page 3

4. OPERATION

Daily use of the receiver is similar to the

operation of your current TV and VCR. Extra

functions are the Electronic Program Guide

(EPG), favorite channel lists (color keys),

subtitle and audio language selection.

Every time when you change channels, a so

called InfoBanner appears to give you some

extra information about the program. You can

also call up the information with the i-key.

4.1. NAVIGATION

In the main and EPG menu:

■ the MENU key lets you access to the main

menu or go back one menu level;

■ the EXIT key lets you leave a menu or

selection and return directly to live;

■ the  keys let you scroll up and down

through the selectable items;

■ the  keys let you scroll left and right

through the selectable items;

■ The OK key lets you:

- confirm and execute a selection;

- open an option page.

In an option page:

■ the OK key lets you confirm the selection;

■ the cursor shows the active selection;

■ the page indicator shows when you can

scroll to the next page.

In live TV or Radio:

■ the OK key lets you access the channel list;

■ the cursor shows the active selection;

■ the page indicator shows when you can

scroll to the next page.

4.2. THE PROGRAM INFORMATION

The InfoBanner has a:

■ The channel information bar, to show the

local time, channel name and local date.

■ The service information bar, to show the

progress of the current program.

■ The icons represent the following

messages:

- the icon, to show that a sleep timer is

active.

- the icon, to show that the channel is

encrypted (Scrambled);

- the icon, to show that more Subtitle

languages are available;

- the icon, to show that teletext is

available.

■ The program information bar, to show:

- the channel number;

- the now and next program information;

- the audio indicator, to show that more

audio languages are available;

- The channel indicator, to show the

channel of the terrestrial service.

- the signal indicator, to show the signal

level (strength).

■ Detailed program and channel information

show when you press the i-key on the

remote control unit two or three times.

4.3. CHANNEL SELECTION

WHEN YOU WANT TO SELECT ANOTHER CHANNEL:

■ the CH keys;

■ the numerical keys;

■ the recall key.

HEN YOU ARE IN A LIST, YOU CAN USE:

■ the CH keys;

■ the Page +/- keys.

HEN YOU WANT TO ZAP BETWEEN TV AND

RADIO CHANNELS:

1. Press the TV/RAD key.

2. Select the channel.

HEN YOU WANT TO LISTEN TO ANOTHER AUDIO

ON THE SAME CHANNEL:

1. Press the (alternative audio) key.

2. Press the CH keys.

3. Press the OK key.

Quick Reference Guide

Page 4 EchoStar International Corporation

4.4. TIMERS

If the InfoBanner shows the now/next

information:

1. Press the EPG key.

2. Press the red key and program the timer.

3. If required, select an interval.

4. Press the OK key to confirm.

If the InfoBanner does not show the now/next

information:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Press the blue key.

3. Select: User data - Preferences - Timers.

4. Press the OK key and program the timer.

5. If required, select an interval.

6. Press the OK key to confirm.

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.

5. ANTENNA MYTHS

Initially, if you use an analog antenna now, often

there is no need to buy a new antenna.

However, if the current antenna or it’s cabling is

in poor condition which results in

unsatisfactorily reception, you could improve

this with a new antenna suitable for digital

terrestrial reception.

You can receive excellent digital TV and Radio:

■ if the service provider delivers enough

signal (level and quality) to your area;

■ If the indoor or outdoor antenna is healthy

(antenna is clean, in good condition and

correctly aimed);

■ if the connection between the antenna and

TV set is healthy (good quality cable, 75

ohm, no sharp bends or kinks, metal

connectors);

You can, in certain situations, improve the

digital TV and Radio reception:

■ if you use an outdoor antenna, which is not

obstructed by the metalwork that is used in

the building construction,

■ if you use an active antenna for situations

where you have a long cable between the

antenna and the receiver.

6. CLEANING

1. Switch the receiver to OFF.

2. Wait at least five seconds, to help avoid

possible damage to the receiver’s

electronics.

3. Use a dry, soft and clean lint-free cleaning

cloth to clean the receiver.

4. Other cleaning agents can cause damage to

the outside surface.

a. Make a dry, soft and clean lint-free

cleaning cloth a little damp.

b. Carefully wipe the surface and make sure

that no moisture gets into the receiver.

c. Let the receiver dry on the air.

WARNING

ISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

REMOVE THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE POWER

SUPPLY SOCKET BEFORE YOU CLEAN THE

RECEIVER. MAKE SURE, IF USED, CLEANING

AGENTS CANNOT GET IN THE RECEIVER.

Getting Started

www.echostar-int.com Page 1 - 1

GETTING STARTED

1. UNPACKING

1.1. TO UNPACK YOUR RECEIVER:

When you unpack the contents of the box,

confirm that all the parts are included.

Unpack the contents of the box carefully.

Electronic equipment as satellite receivers are

easily damaged when you handle it roughly.

Examine all parts for damage that may have

occurred during shipment. If you find any

damage, stop to unpack the box and call the

shop where you bought the receiver.

To help avoid possible damage to the receiver’s

electronics, allow the receiver to adapt to the

ambient temperature and humidity level. This to

avoid condensation.

1.2. THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX

The box contains:

■ A receiver;

■ A mains power adapter;

■ A remote control unit (RCU);

■ A pair of batteries (for the RCU);

■ A set of documentation.

CAUTION

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.

WARNING

EEP AWAY THE PLASTIC PACKAGING FROM

CHILDREN. THE PLASTIC PACKAGING MAY CLING

TO NOSE AND MOUTH AND PREVENT

BREATHING.

2. INSTALL YOUR RECEIVER

2.1. PROGRAM THE RECEIVER

This section assumes that the antenna

installation is completed and operational and

your receiver is connected to your TV.

1. Apply the 12Vdc to the receiver.

2. Press the On/Standby key and wait for the

start-up to complete.

3. When the Guided setup screen shows,

press the green key to start the automatic

channel search.

4. Press the OK key and wait for the Search

channels to complete

5. Press the OK key to confirm.

6. Now the receiver is ready for use.

If there are no channels found, Make sure the

antenna is aimed in the correct direction.

1. When the Guided setup screen shows,

press the red key to access the signal

indicator.

2. Press the i-key for detailed help.

3. Turn the antenna and use the signal

indicator to find the best signal.

4. In the Guided setup menu, press the green

key to start the automatic channel search.

WARNING

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.

NSAFE CIRCUITS AND INSTALLATIONS CAN

CAUSE (SERIOUS) INJURY OR DAMAGE TO

EQUIPMENT.

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

Press the green key.

Wait for the Search channels to complete.

Press Ok, now the receiver is ready for use.

Getting Started

Page 1 - 2 EchoStar International Corporation

3. MENU STRUCTURE

Main menu (use the number keys for direct access to the menu options)

1. Installation 1. Languages - To set the language you want to use for menu, audio and subtitle.

2. Antenna 1. Antenna installation To aim the antenna with help of the build-in signal indicator.

2. Antenna power To select a passive (Off) or active antenna (On).

2. User data 1. System setup 1. Search channels To start an automatic search for new channels.

2. Search mux To start a manual search for new channels on a specific service.

3. Edit mux To edit a service for new settings as indicated by the operator.

2. Channels 1. Setup favorites To add or remove channels from the all list into a favorite list.

2. Edit channels To edit or set a parental lock onto a specific channel.

3. Preferences 1. Local time To set the local time.

2. Timers To program a timer.

3. Change PIN-code To change the PIN-code as used in the parental control.

4. TV system To select TV related settings (e.g. Aspect ratio, Parental control, transparency).

5. UHF Modulator To select the UHF channel (for UHF-connection only)

6. Sleep timer To set a sleep timer to set the receiver automatically to standby.

4. Maintenance 1. Color settings To make a color selection for the menus.

2. Factory reset To delete all settings and start with the Guided setup.

3. Delete channels To delete all channels from the channel and favorite lists.

4. Region code To tell the receiver which regional settings to use.

3. Information 1. Check signal - To check the signal for signal quality and signal level.

2. About EchoStar - To view the receiver’s and EchoStar’s administrative data.

Description and Operation

www.echostar-int.com Page 2 - 1

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

1. EPG MENU

The key gives access to the EPG menu, where you control the timers and view the

information in the Electronic Program Guide.

The EPG menu makes use of the EPG, i-key and the color keys on your Remote Control Unit to

allow for quick access to the different EPG and timer functions. The help line shows you which

color keys are active for the selected EPG menu. When the EPG menu shows:

■ The (Red) key gives access to the EPG-supported timers.

■ The (Green) key gives, if available from the service provider, access to the scheduled

program information which can be available for a few hours up until 14 days in advance.

■ The (Blue) key gives access to the technical channel information.

■ The key gives, if available from the service provider, access to the detailed program

information of the current selected program. Sometimes the information is not directly available,

if necessary allow the receiver to collect the detailed program information.

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. Sometimes the service provider supplies only the program name, the now/

next information or sometimes nothing at all. EchoStar has no influence on this matter.

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.

Press the i-key for detailed information.

Press the red key to set EPG-supported timer.

Press the blue key for technical channel info.

Description and Operation

Page 2 - 2 EchoStar International Corporation

Press the key.

Use the arrow keys to select the page.

Select teletext subtitling/ news flash.

2. TELETEXT

If the InfoBanner shows the icon, the key gives access to the embedded teletext

decoder.

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.

IF YOU WANT TO ACCESS

TELETEXT:

1. Press the key.

2. Teletext shows.

F YOU WANT TO EXIT TELETEXT:

1. At any page, press the EXIT

key.

ELECT AN INDEX PAGE:

1. Press the numerical keys to

choose a page number, or:

2. Press the orkey to go

up/down to an index page

(200, 300, 400, etc.).

ELECT ANOTHER LANGUAGE:

1. Press the key two

times.

2. If available, select another

language.

SELECT A PAGE FROM THE INDEX

PAGE:

1. Press the numerical keys to

choose a page number, or:

2. Press the Page +/- key to

view the cursor.

3. Press the Page +/- key to go

to a selectable page.

4. Press the OK key, or:

5. Press one of color keys to

go to the indicated page.

ELECT A TELETEXT PAGE:

1. Press the numerical keys to

choose a page number, or:

2. Press the key to go one

page number up or down,

or:

3. Press one of color keys to

go to the indicated page.

4. Sub-pages (1/2, 2/2) are

automatically advanced.

UT 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.

SE THE TELETEXT SUPPORTED

SUBTITLES FOR THE HEARING

IMPAIRED:

1. If the subtitles are

transmitted, select the

applicable Teletext page.

2. Allow the receiver to collect

the subtitles.

3. Note that the subtitles are

show on top of the video.

4. At any time, press the EXIT

key to return to the normal

operation.

NOTE

Some Teletext pages are meant to be on top of live video, such as so called latest news flashes.

When you access such a page, allow the receiver to collect the information. When the

information is collected, the receiver returns automatically to live video with the news flash on

top.

Description and Operation

www.echostar-int.com Page 2 - 3

3. 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

You can not set a timer in the past.

F YOU WANT TO SET A TIMER

ONTO AN EPG EVENT:

1. Press the EPG key.

2. Select the EPG event.

3. Press the red key.

4. Review the timer settings as

retrieved from the EPG

event.

5. If required, change the

Date, Start and Duration

settings.

6. Change the Interval into

Once, Daily or Weekly.

7. Press the OK key to

confirm.

F YOU WANT TO SET A TIMER

WHEN THERE IS NO EPG:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data -

Preferences - Timers and

press the OK key.

3. Select a not used timer.

4. Make the required settings.

5. Press the OK key to

confirm.

F YOU WANT TO LOOK UP,

DELETE OR CHANGE A TIMER:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data -

Preferences - Timers and

press the OK key.

3. Select the timer.

4. Make the required settings.

5. If you want to cancel a

timer, select Interval = Off.

6. Press the OK key.

F YOU WANT TO SET A SLEEP

TIMER:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data -

Preferences - Sleep timer

and press the OK key.

3. Select a duration.

4. Press the OK key to

confirm.

F YOU WANT TO SET A SLEEP

TIMER QUICKLY:

1. On the remote control unit,

press the SLEEP key.

2. Select a duration.

3. Press the OK key to

confirm.

Press the red key to set EPG based timer.

Press the Menu key to set a timer.

Press the SLEEP key to set a timer.

Description and Operation

Page 2 - 4 EchoStar International Corporation

Sort the channel list.

Lock, Move or Delete a channel.

Rename a channel.

4. 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.

F YOU WANT TO LOCK A

CHANNEL:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data - Channels

- Edit channels and press

the OK key.

3. Select a channel.

4. Press the yellow key.

5. Note that a L appears

behind the channels.

6. Press the OK key to

confirm.

F YOU WANT TO DELETE A

CHANNEL:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data - Channels

- Edit channels and press

the OK key.

3. Select a channel.

4. Press the red key.

5. Note that the delete mark

appears.

6. Press the OK key to

confirm.

F YOU WANT TO MOVE A

CHANNEL:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data - Channels

- Edit channels and press

the OK key.

3. Select a channel.

4. Press the green key.

5. Press the  keys to

move the channel to the

required location.

6. Press the green key again.

F YOU WANT TO RENAME A

CHANNEL:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data - Channels

- Edit channels and press

the OK key.

3. Select a channel. and press

the blue key.

4. Use the alpha-numerical

keys to rename the channel.

5. Use the blue key to change

between lower case and

upper case characters.

6. Press the OK key to

confirm.

F YOU WANT TO RENAME A

FAVORITE LIST:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data - Channels

- Setup favorites and press

the OK key.

3. Use the alpha-numerical

keys to rename the channel.

4. Use the i-key to change

between lower case and

upper case characters.

5. Press the OK key to

confirm.

Description and Operation

www.echostar-int.com Page 2 - 5

5. INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE

NOTE

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.

IF YOU WANT TO DO A FACTORY

RESET:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data -

Maintenance - Factory reset

and press the OK key.

3. Enter your PIN-code.

4. Select Yes.

5. Wait for the Guided setup

menu to appear.

6. Press the green key to start

the automatic channel

search.

7. Select Yes.

8. Wait for the Search

channels to complete.

9. Press the OK key to

confirm.

10.Now the receiver is ready

for use.

F YOU WANT TO DO A DELETE

CHANNELS ONLY:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data -

Maintenance - Delete

channels and press the

OK key.

3. Enter your PIN-code.

4. Select Yes.

5. Wait for the Delete channels

to complete.

6. When the User data -

System setup - Search

channels option shows,

press the OK key to start.

7. Select Yes.

8. Wait for the Search

channels to complete.

9. Press the OK key to

confirm.

10.Now the receiver is ready

for use.

F YOU WANT TO CHANGE A PID:

1. Press the MENU key.

2. Select User data - System

setup - Edit mux and press

the OK key.

3. Select a network and press

the green key.

4. Make the required

selections as indicated by

your service provider.

5. Use the signal indicator to

make sure that the signal is

available.

6. Select Confirm and press

the OK key.

7. Press the red key.

8. Press the OK key to o start

the automatic channel

search.

9. Wait for the Search

channels to complete.

10.Press the OK key to

confirm.

11. Now the receiver is ready

for use.

Factory reset / Delete channels.

Select the Network that you want to edit.

Press green to edit PID.

Description and Operation

Page 2 - 6 EchoStar International Corporation

6. 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.

6.1. INSTALLATION

LANGUAGES

■

Menu To set the language you want to use in the

menus.

For multi-lingual EPG, if available, the

information is shown in the menu language. If a

selected language is not transmitted, the

information is shown in the native language of

that channel.

■ 1st Audio

■ 2nd Audio

To set the language for programs with multi-

lingual audio.

For multi-lingual programs, if available, you can

choose your own language. The receiver will first

look for the 1st selected language, if not

available, for the 2nd. If the two selected

languages are not transmitted, audio is given in

the native language of that channel.

■ 1st Subtitle To set the language for programs with multi-

lingual subtitles. For multi-lingual programs, if

available, you can choose your own language. If

the selected language is not transmitted, no

subtitle is shown.

NOTE

You can override the selection per channel with use of the alternative

audio and subtitle key on the RCU.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION

6.2. USER DATA

SYSTEM SETUP

CHANNELS

■

Mux To select the carrier (mux) you want to check for

the signal strength.

■ View To list the channels that belong to the selected

mux.

■ Search channels To do a search for all available channels as

available in the selected mux.

■ Signal level To indicate that you receive a signal (signal

strength).

■ Signal quality To indicate that you have lock onto the selected

mux (signal-to-noise ratio).

■ Search channels To do an automatic all channels search for all

available channels as received by the antenna.

■ Search mux To do a search for all available channels as

available in the selected mux.

The green key allows you to choose between

selection by mux number or frequency and

bandwidth.

■ Edit mux To edit an existing mux after a change as

indicated by a service provider. This option lets

you change the PID information and the

terrestrial transmission parameters.

Easiest option is to do an automatic channel

search.

■ Setup favorites To add or delete the highlighted channel from the

selected favorite list. Note that each color

represents a favorite list.

In this menu it is possible to change the favorite

name into something meaningful to you (i-key).

■ Edit channels To Delete, Move or Rename a channel. In this

menu it is possible to set a channel lock

(Parental control).

Description and Operation

www.echostar-int.com Page 2 - 7

PREFERENCES - LOCAL TIME

* Availability depends on the selection as made in for the Clock mode.

PREFERENCES - TIMERS

PREFERENCES - CHANGE PIN-CODE

■

Clock mode To select internal or GMT-supported clock.

■ Time zone* To select the city closest to you.

■ GMT* Shows the time-offset as a result of the time

zone selection.

■ Time* To set the current time.

■ Date* To set the current Date.

■ Local time The Local time is shown automatically with the

settings made before and offer you a possibility

to check for the correct time.

■ Local date The Local date is shown automatically with the

settings made before and offer you a possibility

to check for the correct date.

■ Daylight saving* To set the summer time (if applicable to your

region).

NOTE

The time shown in the Local time field offers you a possibility to check

for the correct time. EPG and timers will not operate correctly if the

Local time not set correctly.

■ Timer To select the timer that you want to program.

■ Channel To select the channel that you want to record

from.

■ Interval To set the timer, once or repeat for every

occurrence.

■ Date To set the start date for the timer.

■ Start To set the start time for the timer.

■ Duration To set the length for the timer.

■ PIN-code

(Current, New,

Verify)

To type in the factory default (0000) or your

personal PIN-code.

PREFERENCES - UHF MODULATOR

PREFERENCES - TV-SYSTEM

■

Channel [21-69]

To set the TV channel to which the receiver is

connected. If the channel number on the TV and

receiver are not the same, you will have a

distorted or no image at all. For more information,

please refer to the user manual of the TV.

■ Video standard1 To set the video format supported by your TV.

Generally select for the European main land;

PAL B/G and for the UK; PAL I.

■ Aspect ratio To set the image size for the TV.

If you have a TV with a 4:3 screen size and the

transmission is in 16:9 format, you can select

either 4:3 or 16:9.

4:3 shows the full screen completely where some

of the image sides is cut off, 16:9 will show the

full image with black top and bottom banners.

■ Video standard1 To set the video format supported by your TV

(50Hz).

■ Video standard2 To set the video format supported by your TV

(60Hz).

■ InfoBanner

time out

When you change to another channel, the

InfoBanner shows momentarily. With this option

you can set the view time for the InfoBanner.

■ Menu animation To set the menu transition effect.

■ Installation lock To lock the Installation and User data menu for

unauthorized users. Note that the Installation

lock comes on automatically after you have set a

channel lock.

■ Receiver lock To lock the receiver completely for unauthorized

users. If you select On, you only can gain access

with the PIN-code after you have set the receiver

to standby.

■ Logic channel

number

To select the channel order as transmitted by the

service provider or select your own order.

Description and Operation

Page 2 - 8 EchoStar International Corporation

PREFERENCES - SLEEP TIMER

MAINTENANCE - COLOR SETTINGS

MAINTENANCE - FACTORY RESET

MAINTENANCE - DELETE CHANNELS

MAINTENANCE - REGION CODE

■

Dolby Digital To tell the receiver that it is connected to a

Dolby Digital amplifier or not. When you have

selected On, note that analog audio is not given

to the TV, so no audio is heard. If you want to

listen through the TV audio, select Off.

■ Transparency To set the menu transparency level.

■ Duration To set the length for the timer. Note that the

receiver switches to standby after the sleep timer

has run out.

■ Items To select the menu item that you want to give

another color.

■ Red To make the item color more or less red.

■ Green To make the item color more or less green.

■ Blue To make the item color more or less blue.

■ Default To change all personal color settings to the pre-

defined colors.

■ Delete settings The receiver deletes all user defined settings,

channels, timers and (favorite) lists and replace

them with the factory defaults.

■ Delete settings To delete all channels from the channel and

favorite lists. Difference with the Factory reset is

that all installation settings are kept.

■ Country Select the country where the receiver is installed.

This makes sure that the transmission settings

are automatically set for the known services.

INFORMATION - CHECK SIGNAL

INFORMATION - ABOUT ECHOSTAR

■

Mux Shows the current selected mux

■ Frequency Shows the current selected frequency

■ Constellation Shows the current selected

■ Guard interval Shows the current selected

■ Signal level To indicate that you receive a signal (signal

strength).

■ Signal quality To indicate that you have lock onto the selected

mux (signal-to-noise ratio).

■ Company Shows the Company name.

■ Address Shows the visit address of EchoStar.

■ Internet site Shows the EchoStar Internet site.

■ H/W Version Shows the current H/W Version.

■ S/W Version Shows the current S/W Version.

Page is loading ...

EchoStar T-232 FTA User manual

Brand: EchoStar

Model: T-232 FTA

Category: TV set-top boxes

Type: User manual

Download PDF

report

EchoStar T-232 FTA User manual

EchoStar T-232 FTA User manual

Related papers

Other documents