EchoStar DSB-890 2Ci User manual

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

Please send your comments to:

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Technical Publications Department

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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.

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

ISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

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

- 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

Motor Control (DiSEqC

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

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.

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.

HEN YOU ARE IN A LIST, YOU CAN USE:

■ the CH keys;

■ the numerical keys;

■ the Page +/- keys;

■ the recall key.

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.

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.

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, thekey 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

F YOU WANT TO SORT A LIST:

1. Press the Blue key.

2. Make the selection A to Z or

ZtoA.

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

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.

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.

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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