User Guide
EchoStar Digital Satellite Receiver
with User Interface
Preface
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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.
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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.
COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS
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This User Manual has been provided pursuant to an agreement
containing restrictions on its use. This User Manual is also covered by
Federal Copyright Law.
No part of this User Manual 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 Manual 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, EchoNAV 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
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SAFETY GUIDELINES
1. INTENDED USE
This documentation set is intended for anyone
who uses an EchoStar receiver. It can be used
by both first-time and experienced users of
receivers who want to install, use and maintain
their receiver.
This User guide is applicable for the EchoNAV
Xpress receivers and is divided into separate
sections and chapters. For easy access to the
information, a clear table of content is provided.
Note that this manual is applicable for all
models, therefore the most comprehensive
description and operation is given. For detailed
information, please refer to your dealer.
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:
THIS 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 user guide 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 user guide, failing to do so might result in an uncontrolled behavior of the receiver
or even in a hazardous situation for persons and/or equipment.
Disconnect the receiver from the mains before you start any maintenance or installation
procedures. Do not use alcohol or ammonia based liquids to clean the receiver. If required, clean
with a soft lint-free cloth slightly made damp with a mild soap solution.
Consult an authorized service technician if the receiver does not operate normally when the
instructions in this user guide are strictly followed. Do not to attempt to open the receiver, as you
will be exposed to a shock hazard.
To avoid the risk of electrical shock and fire, do not put any objects on top of the receiver which:
■ contain liquids, such as vases, glasses, bottles, etc.
■ contain an open heat source or open fire, such as candles, cigarettes, ash trays, etc.
■ could fall through the ventilation slots or which could cover them and prevent proper cooling of
the components inside.
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.
For receivers with conditional access capabilities:
■ do not put any foreign objects into the Common Interface (CI) slots or smartcard reader.
■ do not touch the components or pins on the CI-module/smartcard
■ hold the CI-module and the smartcard by it’s edges.
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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.
5. ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY
Most of the packaging materials and batteries
can be recycled. Please discard these materials
in an environmental safe manner.
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.
6. LOGOS
The CE 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 tells you that
the receiver is electrically safe within the
normal use of the receiver as stated in the
safety chapter.
The ‘risk of electrical shock - do not open’
logo tells you that you are not allowed to
open the receiver.
Only authorized (service) technicians are
allowed to open the box.
The Digital Video Broadcasting logo tells
you that this equipment is compliant with
the DVB standards as registered under
registration number
The Dolby Digital logo tells you that this
receiver is compliant with the Dolby Digital
standard.
The Stab-USALS logo tells you that this
receiver is compliant with the USALS
standard.
The EchoNAV Xpress logo tells you that
this receiver has the EchoNAV Xpress
Multi-lingual User Interface.
7. 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.
8. 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.
WARNING
R
ISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
R
EMOVE THE MAINS PLUG FROM THE POWER
SUPPLY SOCKET BEFORE YOU CLEAN THE
RECEIVER. MAKE SURE, IF USED, CLEANING
AGENTS CANNOT GET IN THE RECEIVER.
Specifications
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY GUIDELINES
1 INTENDED USE 1-III
2 NOTATIONAL CONVENTIONS 1-III
3 GENERAL SAFETY 1-III
4 ELECTRICAL SAFETY 1-IV
5 ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 1-IV
6 LOGOS 1-IV
7 CLEANING 1-IV
8 END OF LIFE DISPOSAL 1-IV
TABLE OF CONTENTS
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
1 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT 0-1
2 TO INSTALL THE RECEIVER 0-2
3 FIRST TIME INSTALLATION 0-2
4 OPERATION 0-3
GETTING STARTED
1 UNPACKING 1-1
2 INSTALL YOUR RECEIVER 1-1
3 MENU STRUCTURE 1-4
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1 CHANNEL LISTS 2-1
2 EPG MENU - PROGRAM INFORMATION 2-2
3 TELETEXT 2-3
4TIMERS 2-4
5 ORGANIZE THE LISTS 2-5
6 CREATE A FAVORITE LIST 2-6
7 LOCK CHANNEL - LIST ACCESS 2-7
8 EDIT - ADD/EDIT SATELLITE, TRANSPONDER, CHANNEL (PID) 2-8
9 SOFTWARE UPGRADE - FACTORY RESET 2-9
10 MENU STRUCTURE 2-10
TROUBLESHOOTING
1 GENERAL 3-1
2 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (RCU) RELATED 3-1
3 LIST RELATED 3-1
4 EPG RELATED 3-2
5 TIMER RELATED 3-2
6 TV AND RADIO RELATED 3-3
7 INSTALLATION RELATED 3-4
8 MOTORIZED INSTALLATION RELATED 3-5
9 SMARTCARD RELATED 3-5
GLOSSARY
1 ABBREVIATIONS 4-1
2 TERMINOLOGY 4-1
INDEX
PRE-PROGRAMMED SETTINGS
1 PRE-PROGRAMMED INSTALLATIONS A-1
2 PRE-PROGRAMMED LNB(F) A-2
3 USER-PROGRAMMED LNB(F) A-2
4 PRE-PROGRAMMED LIST A-3
5 THE SEARCH MODES A-4
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FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS
■ EchoNAV Xpress
TM
- Multi-Lingual Advanced User Interface
■ IQ -The Smart Way to Install
■ 3View - Clear and Easy Menus
■ 4,500 Digital Channels, 100 Satellites, 1,300 Transponders
■ Multiple Favorite Lists with List Access Control (16 for TV, Radio)
■ Powerful Channel Search and Grouping
■ 4 week EPG (Stored in Memory)
■ Embedded Teletext Decoder
■ Multiple Search Modes (incl. Update Channel Lists)
■ S/PDIF Audio Output (Dolby Digital Compatible)
■ DiSEqC
TM
Motor Control (DiSEqC
TM
1.2, USALS)
■ Software Update via Internet/Satellite (RS-232/OTA)
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
■ Picture freeze
■ Teletext (Embedded Decoder, VBI-Re-insertion)
■ Subtitling (Teletext supported)
■ 20 Timers (VCR or Reminder)
■ Aspect Ratio: 4:3, 16:9 (Letter box, Pan&Scan, Widescreen)
■ Manual PID Entry and Editing
■ Volume Control with Offset per Channel
■ Audio Mute
■ Parental Control, Installation and Edit Lock, Receiver Lock
■ Channel Preview Feature (Thumbnail)
■ MPEG-2/DVB Compliant
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
TUNER/DEMODULATOR
■
Receiving Frequency: 950-2,150MHz
■ IF Connector: F-Type, 1 Input, 1 Output (Loop through)
■ LNB Control: 13/18V, 0/22kHz, DiSEqC
TM
1.2, USALS
■ Demodulator: QPSK, C/Ku-Band
■ Symbol rate: 2-45Msym/s (SCPC/MCPC Compatible)
■ Video system: PAL B/G, I, D/K
■ Mains input: 90-240Vac, 50-60Hz, 25W (max)
CONNECTIONS
■
SCART Connector: TV, VCR
■ RCA Connector: AUDIO L/R, VIDEO, S/PDIF
■ IEC Connector: TV OUT, ANT IN
■ RS-232 Connector: RS-232 (Baud Rate 115,200)
■ DIN-Connector: SVHS
■ RGB Video out: TV (SCART)
■ Composite Video out: TV, VCR (SCART), VIDEO (RCA)
■ Y/C Video: SVHS (DIN)
■ Dolby Digital out: Coaxial S/PDIF (RCA)
FOR COMMON INTERFACE MODELS
■
Common Interface: 2
■ Housing: PCMCIA (Type 1 and 2)
FOR MODELS WITH DISPLAY
■
Display: 4-Digit, 7-Segment
Specifications and cosmetic appearances are subject to change without prior notice
Quick Reference Guide
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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, or
activate the sleep timer (hold the key).
■ TV, to switch the receiver signal to the TV on
or off (SCART connection only).
■ SAT list, to select another satellite.
■ Audio, to choose a language.
■ EPG,
to view the EPG;
to return to current time.
■ Subtitle, to choose another subtitle
language.
■ MENU, to go to the main menu.
■ i,
to view the InfoBanner;
to access extended info;
to view or hide the content of a group.
■ 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;
to make a menu selection;
to access a numerical data entry (menu).
CAUTION
Insert the batteries correctly, make sure the
polarity matches the instruction in the
battery compartment.
■ , to go left, up, right or down.
■ VOL, to increase the volume.
■ CH, to go one channel down.
■ 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 numerical settings;
to type in a channel number.
■ Teletext, to choose teletext.
■ White,
to go to the Edit menu;
to go to the EPG calendar.
■ Red,
to go to another mode;
to go directly to another sub-menu;
TV/RAD, to switch to TV or Radio mode.
■ Green,
to select a (favorites) list;
to go directly to another sub-menu;
FAV, to go to the favorite list of the actual
mode.
■ Yellow,
to group a list;
to go to the timers;
to go directly to another sub-menu.
■ Blue,
to sort a list;
to select the zoom of the EPG screen;
to go directly to another sub-menu.
On/Standby
Mute
Audio
Subtitle
Recall
Teletext
SAT list
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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.
U
NSAFE CIRCUITS AND INSTALLATIONS CAN CAUSE (SERIOUS) INJURY OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT.
The standby/on button, to switch the receiver to Standby or On.
Note that the ON/OFF switch is located on the rear panel.
The arrow up button, to move one channel up (live only).
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.
LNB IN (F-type), to connect a dish installation;
IF OUT (F-type), for a loop through connection to another receiver/decoder.
(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 (AC-3) compatible audio 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.
ANT IN (IEC), to connect to a VHF/UHF terrestrial TVantenna;
TV OUT (IEC), to connect to the UHF connector of a TV or a VCR.
RS-232 (sub-D), to connect to the serial communication port of a PC.
ON/OFF switch, to switch the receiver ON or OFF.
3. FIRST TIME INSTALLATION
1. Make sure, all connections are made safely.
2. Switch the receiver to ON and wait for the
Languages menu to appear.
3. For detailed information about the pre-
programmed channel lists and installation
types, please refer to the appendix.
4. When in the Pre-programmed lists, select a
language and the related pre-programmed
channel list.
5. Make sure, the pre-programmed language
settings are convenient for you.
6. Select Continue and press the OK key.
7. Allow the receiver some time to load the
channel list and wait fo the live video to
appear.
8. If live video does not appear, please refer to
the Getting started section for further
instructions (DiSEqC1.2, USALS).
CAUTION
Tighten the cable connectors only by hand.
Do not use any tools. You will damage the
connector pins if you over tighten the
connector. This will result in loss of signal
quality, or even total loss of reception.
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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 a pull-down menu.
In the main menu,
■ the OK key lets you access a numerical
entry-option.
In a pull-down menu:
■ the OK key lets you confirm the selection;
■ the yellow bar indicates the active selection;
■ the green page indicator shows when you
can scroll to the next page.
4.2. CHANNEL SELECTION
WHEN YOU WANT TO SELECT ANOTHER CHANNEL:
■ the CH keys;
■ the numerical keys;
■ the recall key.
W
HEN YOU ARE IN A LIST, YOU CAN USE:
■ the CH keys;
■ the numerical keys;
■ the Page +/- keys;
■ the recall key.
W
HEN YOU WANT TO ZAP BETWEEN TV AND
RADIO CHANNELS:
1. Press the (TV/RAD) key.
2. Select the channel.
W
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.
W
HEN YOU WANT TO VIEW ANOTHER VIDEO ON
THE SAME CHANNEL:
1. Press the (alternative audio) key.
2. Select the header.
3. Press the keys and select Video.
4. Press the CH keys.
5. Press the OK key.
4.3. GROUP AND SORT
You can organize your channel lists with the
Group and Sort options.
1. Press the Yellow key to group the list: None
(default), Per SAT (satellite), Per network or
Per TP (transponder). Once the list is
grouped, a group name header is added into
the list with a + or - sign in front of the name.
2. Press the Blue key to sort the list in None
(default), from A to Z, Z to A or show a
limited list selected by Character, Word,
Scrambled, FTA (Free-To-Air) or Locked.
4.4. TIMERS
1. Press the EPG key.
2. If available, select the EPG event.
3. Press the Yellow key.
4. If you want to record a program onto the
VCR, select the VCR timer.
5. If you only want to wake up the receiver,
select the Reminder.
6. If available, review the timer settings as
retrieved from the EPG event.
7. If required, change the Date, Start and Stop
settings or the Interval.
8. Select Save settings and press the OK key.
9. If you want to delete or modify a timer, press
the Yellow key and select the Timer list.
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.
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4.5. THE PROGRAM INFORMATION
The InfoBanner has a:
■ The channel information bar, to show the
channel number and name;
■ The satellite information dish, to show the
name of the selected satellite;
■ The signal indicator, to show the signal
strength (left) and signal quality (right);
■ The program information bar, to show the
start time, duration indicator and program
name;
■ The i-button, to show, as available, the
detailed program information and channel
data such as Frequency, Polarity, Symbol
rate, Video PID, Audio PID and PCR PID;
■ The next program information bar, to show
the information for the next program;
■ If the VOL +/- key is pressed, the volume
button shows with a green volume indicator;
■ If the mute key is pressed, the volume
button shows with a red volume indicator;
■ The digital clock, to show the current local
time;
■ The service information bar, to show that
additional services are available. These
icons show only if the service is available.
- The icon means teletext is available;
- The icon means more Audio or Video
is available;
- The icon means more Subtitle
languages are available;
- The icon means Dolby Digital audio
is available;
- The icon means Parental rating
information;
- The icon means a favorite list is
selected, not grouped, not sorted;
- The icon means the All channels list
is selected, not grouped, not sorted;
- The icon means the Current SAT list
is selected, not grouped, not sorted;
- The icon means a list is selected,
grouped and/or sorted.
4.6. THE SIGNAL INDICATOR
In some menus the signal indicator is shown to
help you to find a satellite and fine tune for the
best signal level and quality.
The top bar shows the signal level to indicate
that you receive a signal.
The bottom bar shows the quality of the signal
(signal-to-noise ratio) to indicate that you have
a lock onto the selected transponder. The
bottom text gives the satellite and network
information to which the lock is established.
4.7. DIRECT ACCESS MENUS
The key shows the SAT list pop-up, that
gives you the possibility to choose directly from
the available satellites.
The key shows the Audio pop-up, that
gives you the possibility to choose directly from
the available alternative audio languages as
broadcasted by the service provider. The
program uses first the Audio selection as made
in the User preferences - Languages. If you do
not want to use this selection, you can override
and save the selection for the current channel
with a selection from this menu
The key shows the Subtitle pop-up, that
gives you the possibility to choose directly from
the available alternative subtitle languages as
broadcasted by the service provider. The
program uses first the Subtitle selection as
made in the User preferences - Languages. If
you do not want to use this selection, you can
override the selection for the current channel
with a selection from this menu.
The key gives access to the embedded
teletext decoder.
If the Audio pop-up already shows, you have
access to the Video pop-up, ( keys), that
gives you the possibility to choose directly from
the available alternative video (camera
positions) as broadcasted by the service
provider.
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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 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;
■ An UHF-cable;
■ 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
KEEP 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 dish installation
is completed and operational and your receiver
is connected to your TV and other equipment
with suitable cables.
PRE-PROGRAMMED CHANNEL LIST
1. Switch the receiver to ON and wait for the
Languages menu to appear.
2. When in the Pre-programmed lists, select a
language and the related pre-programmed
channel list.
3. Make sure, the pre-programmed language
settings are convenient for you.
4. Select Continue and press the OK key.
5. Allow the receiver some time to load the
channel list and wait for the live video to
appear.
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.
U
NSAFE CIRCUITS AND INSTALLATIONS CAN
CAUSE (SERIOUS) INJURY OR DAMAGE TO
EQUIPMENT.
NOTE
Your receiver is pre-programmed for a fixed
dish installation with a universal LNBF. If you
have another dish installation (motorized),
additional settings are required.For detailed
information about the pre-programmed
channel lists and installation types, please
refer to the appendix.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Switch the receiver to ON.
Select your language / channel list.
Wait fo the live video to appear.
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IF THE PRE-PROGRAMMED LIST FAILS
1. Press the MENU key.
2. Select the Installation setup menu.
3. If you do not use an Universal LNB:
a. Select Program SAT and press the
OK key.
b. Select LNB, press the OK key
c. Select your LNB.
d. If you have a special LNB, press the
Red key to define an User LNB.
4. If you have a DiSEqC switch:
a. Select System setup and press the
OK key.
b. Review the signal indicators behind the
satellite names, they should show green.
c. Select Port.
d. Change the port number and make sure
your satellites show a green indication.
5. If your satellite is not shown;
a. Select System setup and press the
OK key.
b. Select satellite Astra1 and press the
OK key.
c. Select your satellite and make sure your
satellite shows a green indication.
d. Select Search channels and press the
OK key.
e. Wait for the Search channels to
complete.
IF YOU HAVE A DISEQC1.2 INSTALLATION
1. Switch the receiver to ON and wait for the
Languages menu to appear.
2. For Pre-programmed Lists, select Off.
3. Make the required language selections.
4. Select Continue and press the OK key.
5. Make the required TV system selections.
6. Select Continue and press the OK key.
7. Make the required User profile selections.
8. Select Continue and press the OK key.
9. Select System 5.
10.Select Continue and press the OK key.
11. Set the East (EL) and West (WL) limits.
12.Select Continue and press the OK key.
13.Select your first satellite and make the
required selections.
14.Select Position and move the dish to find the
satellite.
15.Select Fine tune and move the dish to find
the best signal.
16.Select Search channels and press the
OK key.
17.Wait for the Search channels to complete.
18.Press the OK key to select another satellite
or Continue to advance.
19.Set the Local time and press the Red key to
confirm the selections.
20.Select Continue and press the OK key.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Select System 5.
Set the East (EL) and West (WL) limits.
Move the dish to find the best signal.
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IF YOU HAVE AN USALS INSTALLATION
1. Switch the receiver to ON and wait for the
Languages menu to appear.
2. For Pre-programmed Lists, select Off.
3. Make the required language selections.
4. Select Continue and press the OK key.
5. Make the required TV system selections.
6. Select Continue and press the OK key.
7. Make the required User profile selections.
8. Select Continue and press the OK key.
9. Select System 6.
10.Refer to the installation instructions as given
in the USALS installation guide.
11. Select Continue and press the OK key.
12.Set the East (EL) and West (WL) limits.
13.Select My longitude.
14.Press the OK key and set the longitude of
the installation site (dish).
15.Select My latitude.
16.Press the OK key and set the latitude of the
installation site (dish).
17.Select Continue and press the OK key.
18.Select your first satellite and make the
required selections.
19.Allow the dish some time to move towards
the selected satellite.
20.When the signal shows, select Search
channels and press the OK key.
21.Wait for the Search channels to complete.
22.Press the OK key to select another satellite
or Continue to advance.
23.Set the Local time and press the Red key to
confirm the selections.
24.Select Continue and press the OK key.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Select System 6.
Set the Latitude and Longitude.
Select the satellite to search channels on.
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3. MENU STRUCTURE
MAIN MENU (USE THE NUMBER KEYS FOR DIRECT ACCESS TO THE OPTIONS)
1. User preferences 1. User profile To set the personal preferences for the on-screen menus.
2. Languages To set the language you want to use for Menu, Audio, Subtitle, EPG and Teletext.
3. Parental control To set the locks to avoid unauthorized use of the receiver or channel lists.
4. Local time To set the local time as used by the EPG and timers.
5. TV system To set the UHF-channel for the connection between the TV and the receiver.
2. Installation setup 1. Program SAT To define the settings as used for the selected satellite.
2. Edit To add or edit a satellite or transponder which is not listed in the internal database.
3. User LNB To define a specific LNB(F) which is not pre-programmed.
4. System setup To define the settings that belong to the dish installation itself.
5. Software upgrade To download the latest software version as available from the satellite (OTA).
6. Factory reset To delete all personal settings and return to the factory defaults.
7. About EchoStar To review the receiver and manufacturer information.
8. Set limits To define the (software) East and West limits and the Latitude and Longitude (Motorized only).
3. Conditional access 1. Common interface To review the common interface and smartcard information (Slot 1, only for 2Ci models).
2. Common interface To review the common interface and smartcard information (Slot 2, only for 2Ci models).
CHANNEL LIST (USE THE OK AND COLOR KEYS FOR DIRECT ACCESS TO THE OPTIONS)
OK Red To select TV, Radio or Lists mode.
Green To select the All channels, Current SAT or favorite lists.
Yellow To group the channel list per satellite (SAT), network or transponder (TP).
Blue To sort the channel list by A to Z, Z to A or limit by Character, Word, Scrambled, FTA or Locked.
White To organize the list with Move, Add, Rename, Volume (offset), Lock or Delete channel.
EPG MENU (USE THE EPG AND COLOR KEYS FOR DIRECT ACCESS TO THE OPTIONS)
EPG Red To select TV or Radio mode.
Green To select the All channels, Current SAT or favorite lists.
Yellow To select, edit or delete a timer.
Blue To select another zoom factor for the program balloons.
White To access the EPG calendar.
i To retrieve detailed program information for the selected program.
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DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
1. CHANNEL LISTS
The key gives access to the channel lists and the different list and zap functions.
With the colored keys, you can access the powerful tools for further organization of the lists:
■ The (Red) key gives access to the different modes: TV (shows the TV channels), Radio
(shows the Radio channels), or List (shows the Favorite lists by name).
■ The (Green) key gives, depending on the selected mode, access to the different lists:
All channels, Current SAT, the favorite lists. TV or Radio show when in list mode.
■ The (Yellow) key gives, depending on the selected mode, the possibility to group the list:
None (default), Per SAT (satellite), Per network or Per TP (transponder). Once the list is
grouped, a group name header is added into the list with a + or - sign in front of the name.
■ The key gives access to the contents of a group. The + sign indicates that a group has
hidden channels (collapsed) and a - sign shows that the channels are visible. Once a channel is
selected, thekey returns you to the header and the key goes to the next header.
■ The (Blue) key gives, depending on the selected mode, the possibility to sort the complete
list in None (default), from A to Z and Z to A or show a limited list that is selected by Character,
Word, Scrambled, FTA (Free-To-Air) or Locked.
■ The (White) key gives you access to the different edit modes to modify or to create a list.
Depending on the selected List, Group and Sort options, you can select: None (default), Add,
Move, Rename, (change pre-set) Volume, Lock and Delete.
NOTE
Once in a list, the selections for Group (Yellow) and Sort (Blue) are kept until you change the
selection. The active selection is shown in the InfoBanner with icons. Sometimes a list seems to
be empty because of the selection of the Sort option. If this happens, set Sort option to None.
OK key - to access the channel list.
I-key - to open a grouped list.
White key - to edit the list.
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EPG key - to view the program list.
I-key - to get the detailed information.
Yellow key - to select a timer.
2. EPG MENU - PROGRAM INFORMATION
The key gives access to the EPG menu, where you control the timers and view the
information in the Electronic Program Guide. When you scroll, in time, through the program
information, the EPG key brings you back to the current time.
When the EPG menu shows, with the colored keys, you can access the timers and the powerful
tools for further organization of the EPG menu.
■ The (Red) key gives access to the different modes: TV or Radio.
■ The (Green) key gives, depending on the selected mode, access to the different lists:
All channels, Current SAT or the created favorite lists.
■ The (Yellow) key gives access to the different timers: None (default), VCR (Video Cassette
Recorder), Reminder (receiver wake-up) or the Timer list (to review or delete the timers).
■ The (Blue) key gives you the possibility to zoom in or out on the program information fields.
You can set the zoom factor to: 5, 15, 30 minutes, 1 or 2 hours.
■ 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.
■ The (White) key gives you access to the EPG calendar where you can directly jump to
another date.
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 VCR timer does not start or program your video recorder (VCR). You have to set the timer
of your VCR also to the same time as on the receiver. Please refer to the user’s guide of your
VCR how to record from a satellite receiver.
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3. 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. In the Teletext pop-up, press
the OK key.
3. Teletext shows.
I
F YOU WANT TO EXIT TELETEXT:
1. At any page, press the EXIT
key.
SELECT A TELETEXT PAGE:
1. Press the numerical keys to
choose a page number, or:
2. Press the key to go to
the next/previous page, or:
3. Press one of color keys to
go to the indicated page.
4. Sub-pages (1/2, 2/2) are
automatically advanced.
USE 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.
key - to access Teletext.
Arrow keys - to select the pages.
Select page - subtitling/ news flash.
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EPG - Yellow key - to select a timer.
Arrow keys - to set a timer.
Yellow key - to look up programmed timer.
4. TIMERS
CAUTION
The VCR timer does not start or program your video recorder (VCR). You have to set the timer
of your VCR also to the same time as on the receiver. Please refer to the user’s guide of your
VCR how to record from a satellite receiver.
I
F YOU WANT TO SET A TIMER
ONTO AN EPG EVENT:
1. Press the EPG key.
2. Select the EPG event.
3. Press the Yellow key.
4. If you want to record a
program onto the VCR,
select the VCR timer.
5. If you only want to wake up
the receiver, select the
Reminder.
6. Review the timer settings as
retrieved from the EPG
event.
7. If required, change the Date,
Start and Stop settings.
8. If required, change the
Interval into Once, Daily,
Weekly, Weekends or
Monthly.
9. Save settings.
10.Note that a clock shows in
the EPG event.
I
F YOU WANT TO SET A TIMER
WHEN THERE IS NO EPG:
1. Press the EPG key.
2. Press the Yellow key.
3. If you want to record a
program onto the VCR,
select the VCR timer.
4. If you only want to wake up
the receiver, select the
Reminder.
5. If required, change the Date.
6. Change the time:
a. Press the keys to
select Start or Stop.
b. Press the numerical or
keys to set the
hours.
c. Press the OK key.
d. Press the numerical or
keys to set the
minutes.
7. If required, change the
Interval into Once, Daily,
Weekly, Weekends or
Monthly.
8. Save settings.
I
F YOU WANT TO LOOK UP,
DELETE OR CHANGE A TIMER:
1. Press the EPG key.
2. Press the Yellow key.
3. Press the keys to select
the Timer list option.
Note that the Timer list only
shows if a timers is set.
4. Press the OK key to view the
Timer list.
5. Press the keys to select
the Timer. Note that the
timer details show.
6. Press the OK key to access
the Timer.
7. If you want to delete the
Timer, select Status: Delete.
8. Save settings.
9. Press the EXIT key.
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5. ORGANIZE THE LISTS
NOTE
Once in a list, the selection for Group and Sort are kept until you change the selection. The
active selection is shown in the InfoBanner with icons.
Sometimes a list seems to be empty because of a selected Sort option. If this happens, set the
Sort option to None (default).
NOTE
It is known that one channel broadcasts louder than another. With the Edit - Volume option, you
can pre-set the Volume per channel to eliminate these differences.
I
F YOU WANT TO GROUP A LIST:
1. Press the Yellow key.
2. Make your selection.
3. On a group name header:
a. Press the i-key to show
the channel (+ sign).
4. Press the i-key to hide the
channel (- sign).
I
F YOU WANT TO SORT A LIST:
1. Press the Blue key.
2. Make the selection A to Z or
ZtoA.
I
F YOU WANT TO LIMIT A LIST:
1. Press the Green key.
2. Make the selection Current
SAT, or:
3. Press the Blue key.
4. Make the selection
Character, Word,
Scrambled, FTA (Free-To-
Air) or Locked
I
F YOU WANT TO MOVE A
SELECTION:
1. Press the Yellow/Blue key.
2. Select Group and Sort:
None.
3. Press the White key.
4. Select Edit: Move.
5. Make a selection and press
the OK key. Note that a red
bullet shows behind the
selection.
6. Move the channel, either
with the keys, Page +/-
keys or the numerical keys.
7. Select the next or press the
Recall key to return to the
previous location in the list,
or:
8. Press the White key to exit
the Move option.
I
F YOU WANT TO RENAME A
SELECTION:
1. Press the White key.
2. Select Edit: Rename.
3. Make a selection and press
the OK key. Note that the
keyboard shows.
4. Rename the selection.
5. When you have finished,
select the Enter button.
6. Press the White key to exit
the Rename option.
I
F YOU WANT TO PRE-SET THE
CHANNEL VOLUME:
1. Press the White key.
2. Select Edit: Volume.
3. Adjust the Volume.
4. Press the White key to exit
the Volume option.
Blue/Yellow key - Organize the list.
Move a selection.
Arrow/OK keys - Rename a selection.
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Green key - Select favorite list.
White key - Add a channel.
OK key - Confirm a selection.
Arrow/OK/color keys - Rename a selection.
6. CREATE A FAVORITE LIST
For the keyboard - With the color keys you can direct access the function buttons:
IF YOU WANT TO ADD A
SELECTION:
1. Press the OK key and Group
and Sort the list if needed.
2. Select a favorite list.
3. Press the White key.
4. Select Edit: Add.
5. If you select the group name
header, it is possible to add
a whole group.
6. Make a selection and press
the OK key. Note that a red
bullet shows behind the
selection.
7. Use the keys to make
the next selection.
8. Press the White key to exit
the Add option.
IF YOU WANT TO DELETE A
FAVORITE SELECTION:
1. Press the Green key and
select a favorite list.
2. Press the White key.
3. Select Edit: Delete.
4. If you select the group name
header, it is possible to
delete a whole group.
5. Make a selection and press
the OK key. Note that a red
bullet shows behind the
selection.
6. Use the keys to make
the next selection.
7. Press the White key to exit
the Delete option.
IF YOU WANT TO ADD/DELETE/
RENAME A FAVORITE LIST:
1. Press the Red key.
2. Select Mode: Lists.
3. Press the Green key.
4. Select List: TV or Radio.
5. Press the White key.
6. Select Edit: Add or Delete:
or:
Select Edit: Rename.
7. Make a selection and press
the OK key. Note that the
keyboard shows.
8. Rename the selection.
9. When you have finished,
press the Green key to
confirm.
10.Press the White key to exit
the Rename option.
(Green) Enter To confirm the text selection.
(Red) Backspace To move the cursor one space back to delete a mistake.
Cursor left To move the cursor to the left.
Cursor right To move the cursor to the right.
(Yellow) Caps Lock To change between upper case (special characters) and lower
case characters (numbers).
(Blue) Space bar To enter a space between two words.
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