User manual ECHOSTAR DSB-808 2CI VIACCESS

USER MANUAL DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess© Digital Satellite Receiver Printed on recycled paper Issue: DSB-808-B-1A © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation - The Netherlands We encourage you to express your thoughts on this user manual. Please send your comments to: EchoStar International Corporation Technical Publications Department Schuilenburghlaan 5a 7604 BJ Almelo The Netherlands Preface PREFACE 1. DEAR CUSTOMER Thank you for purchasing an EchoStar satellite receiver. This receiver is of the latest generation for which it is possible to upgrade the software to keep up with the newest developments. Please read this user manual carefully, to be able to safely install, use and maintain the receiver for maximum performance. Keep this user manual next to your receiver for future reference. Please make a note of the serial number in the space below. This helps to trace and identify the receiver in case of theft. Also questions to our help desk can be answered more accurate if you can provide the details as mentioned on the serial number plate. You find the serial number plate at the rear panel of the receiver. Type: ........................................................................... S/N: .............................................................................. Software Version: ....................................................... 2. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved INTENDED USE This user manual is intended for anyone who uses an EchoStar satellite receiver. It can be used by both first-time and experienced users of satellite receivers who want to install, use and maintain their receiver. This user manual is applicable for the EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Digital Satellite Receiver and the related accessories. This user manual is divided into separate sections and chapters. For easy access to the information, a clear table of content and an index are provided. 3. WARRANTY COMMON INTERFACE-MODULES AND SMART CARDS For pay-services, please only use Common Interface (CI) modules and the related smart cards 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 unapproved CI-modules and/or smart cards are used. EchoStar can not and will not accept any responsibility for the performance of such CI-modules and/or smart cards. If you use unapproved CI-modules and/or smart cards, EchoStar is no longer able to provide any assistance or support. Use of unapproved CI-modules and/or smart cards will void any warranty claim. If you have any doubt which CI-modules are approved, please ask your service provider for assistance. 4. DISCLAIMER SATELLITE RECEIVER EchoStar International Corporation has to the best of her abilities, everything done to supply you with a satellite 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 satellite receiver without the obligation to notify or warrant any person or organization of such change. Therefore, please visit our website, on a regular basis, for the latest information available. Digital Satellite Receiver Page I Preface SOFTWARE DOWNLOADS EchoStar International Corporation will to the best abilities, do everything possible to supply you with software updates to keep your receiver as up-to-date as technically possible. EchoStar International Corporation makes no warranties with respect to the use of the supplied software downloads 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 software that can be used by your satellite receiver without the obligation to notify or warrant any person or organization of such change. Therefore, please visit our website, on a regular basis, for the latest software available. USER MANUAL EchoStar International Corporation has to the best of her abilities, everything done 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 manual 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 manual without the obligation to notify any person or organization of such change. Therefore, please visit our website, on a regular basis, for the latest information available. 5. COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation. All rights reserved worldwide. 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; s DVB, Digital Video Broadcasting is a registered trademark of the The Digital Video Broadcasting Project (1991 to 1996) which is an industry-led consortium of over 300 broadcasters, manufacturers, network operators, software developers, regulatory bodies and others in over 35 countries committed to designing global standards for the delivery of digital television and data services. s Dolby Digital Dolby, Dolby Digital, AC-3 and Dolby Pro Logic are registered trademarks of the Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation; s Viaccess® Viaccess is a registered trademark of VIACCESS SA, a France Telecom Group company that delivers end-to-end solutions for digital pay-TV services and multimedia applications, built around our DVB MPEG-2 compatible VIACCESS® Conditional Access System, and interactively engines such as OpenTV. s All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners or companies. Page II EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Preface TABLE OF CONTENTS Preface 1 2 3 4 5 DEAR CUSTOMER INTENDED USE WARRANTY DISCLAIMER COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS I I I I II Safety Information 1 2 3 4 GENERAL SAFETY ELECTRICAL SAFETY NOTATIONAL CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL SYMBOLS USED ON THE RECEIVER 1-1 1-1 1-2 1-2 Preparation 1 2 3 4 5 6 © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved STORAGE AND TRANSPORT TO UNPACK YOUR RECEIVER THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX THE DISPOSAL OF YOUR PACKING MATERIALS TO SETUP YOUR PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT TO SETUP THE RECEIVER 2-1 2-1 2-1 2-1 2-2 2-2 Installation 1 2 3 CONNECT YOUR EQUIPMENT CONNECT A DISH TO SETUP YOUR RECEIVER FOR THE FIRST TIME 3-1 3-2 3-3 Familiarization 1 2 3 4 5 THE RECEIVER THE ECHONAV INSTALLATION MENU THE ECHONAV MODE AND SELECTION MENUS THE ELECTRONIC PROGRAM GUIDE (EPG) THE INFOBANNER AND POP-UP MENUS 4-1 4-4 4-12 4-15 4-15 Operation 1 2 3 4 TO NAVIGATE THROUGH THE MENUS USE THE FAVORITE LISTS TO USE THE ELECTRONIC PROGRAM GUIDE (EPG) TO SET THE USER PREFERENCES 5-1 5-7 5-10 5-12 Maintenance 1 2 3 HARDWARE MAINTENANCE SOFTWARE MAINTENANCE END OF LIFE DISPOSAL 6-1 6-1 6-5 Troubleshooting 1 TO SOLVE A PROBLEM 7-1 Glossary 1 2 3 LIST OF USED ABBREVIATIONS EXPLANATION OF USED TERMINOLOGY EXPLANATION OF THE SEARCH MODES 8-1 8-2 8-5 Digital Satellite Receiver Page III Preface Index Appendix 1 1 2 3 LNB CONFIGURATION MATRIX LNBF CONFIGURATION MATRIX USER DEFINED LNB(F) MATRIX A1-1 A1-1 A1-1 © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved Page IV EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Safety Information SAFETY INFORMATION Section 1 1. 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 manual, 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 manual are strictly followed. Do not to attempt to open the receiver, 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 or CI-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: s in a closed or poorly ventilated cabinet; s directly on top of or under another equipment; s on a surface which will obstruct the ventilation slots. Do not expose the receiver and it's accessories: s to rain or excessive moisture to avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to your receiver; s to direct sunlight, heaters, stoves or any other heat generating equipment; s to any magnetic objects, such as speakers, electric motors, transformers, etc.; s to excessive vibration. To help avoid possible damage to the receiver's electronics: s wait 5 seconds after you switched off the receiver before you move the receiver or disconnect any equipment; s do not touch the components or pins on the CI-module or the smart card and hold the CI-module and the smart card by it's edges. 1 © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY When using or connecting electrical equipment always observe the safety regulations 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. s Always make sure that the electrical power supply corresponds with the voltage on the electrical identification plate at the rear of the receiver next to the electrical cord. s Your receiver is double insulated and complies with the EN 50144; therefore no additional earth wire is required, though the use of an earth leak switch and/or over voltage protection switch is recommended. s Only use an approved extension (convenience) lead suitable for the electrical power consumption of the installed equipment. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 1 - 1 Section 1 Safety Information 3. NOTATIONAL CONVENTIONS USED IN THIS MANUAL Throughout this user manual, 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: 3.1. WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES WARNING THIS INDICATES A HAZARDOUS SITUATION WHICH, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN (SERIOUS) INJURY. CAUTION This indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could damage the equipment or other properties. NOTE This 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. 4. SYMBOLS USED ON THE RECEIVER © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved The next paragraphs explain the meaning of the symbols, present on the receiver. 4.1. SYMBOLS ON THE FRONT PANEL The Dolby Digital logo. This logo tells you that this receiver is compliant with the Dolby Digital standard. The Digital Video Broadcasting logo. This logo tells you that this receiver is compliant with the DVB standards as registered under registration number 2351. The Viaccess logo. This logo tells you that this receiver has an embedded Viaccess smart card reader. The required smart card has to be obtained from a service provider who scrambles the programs according the Viaccess encryption method. 4.2. SYMBOLS ON THE REAR PANEL The warning `risk of electrical shock - do not open' symbol This symbol tells you that you are not allowed to open the receiver. Only authorized (service) technicians are allowed to open the box. The CE mark. This mark 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 symbol. This symbol tells you that the receiver is electrically safe within the normal use of the receiver as stated in the safety chapter. Page 1 - 2 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Preparation PREPARATION Section 2 1. STORAGE AND TRANSPORT The receiver and it's accessories are delivered in a protective packaging. This packaging is designed to protect against excessive shocks and not against ingress of moisture. 1.1. STORAGE If necessary: s store the receiver in it's original protective packaging; s in a room with the ambient conditions as stated in the technical specifications. 2 1.2. TRANSPORT Pack the receiver preferably in the original packaging or in an equally protective packaging. This is to help avoid possible damage to the receiver's electronics. 2. TO UNPACK YOUR RECEIVER DANGER KEEP AWAY THE PLASTIC PACKAGING FROM CHILDREN. THE PLASTIC PACKAGING MAY CLING TO NOSE AND MOUTH AND PREVENT BREATHING. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved When you unpack the contents of the box, confirm that all the parts are included. Refer to Chapter 3. The contents of the box. 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 retail seller 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 caused by a sudden change in temperature (e.g from a hot car into a cool room). 3. THE CONTENTS OF THE BOX The box contains: s A receiver; s A remote control unit; s A pair of batteries (for the remote control unit); s A mains cord; s A set of documentation. 4. THE DISPOSAL OF YOUR PACKING MATERIALS 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. Most of the packaging materials 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. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 2 - 1 Section 2 Preparation 5. TO SETUP YOUR PERIPHERAL EQUIPMENT Please refer to the user manuals of your terrestrial antenna, dish, TV, video recorder and/or audio equipment to make sure this equipment is properly installed and configured before you install the receiver. EchoStar recommends that you follow at least the following instructions: 5.1. THE TERRESTRIAL ANTENNA 1. Make sure: s The terrestrial antenna is in good condition and well aligned for the best reception (avoid corroded contacts); s The UHF coaxial cable is in a good condition (no excessive bends or damaged insulation); s The UHF coaxial cable connections are well shielded (metal connectors). 2. If necessary, do any work. 5.2. THE DISH 1. Make sure: s The outdoor components of the dish are good condition; s The dish is well aligned for the best reception; s The dish is connected with the correct UHF coaxial cable (75 Ohm) and connectors; s The cables from the dish are in a good condition (no excessive bends or damaged insulation). 2. If necessary, do any work. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 5.3. THE TV, VIDEO RECORDER AND AUDIO EQUIPMENT 1. Make sure: s Safe access to the connections is available; s The equipment is switched off; s It is safe to remove and install the cables. 2. If necessary, do any work. 6. TO SETUP THE RECEIVER You can install the receiver safely in a convenient location if you adhere to the warning: 6.1. THE RECEIVER WARNING DO NOT INSTALL THE RECEIVER: s in a closed or poorly ventilated cabinet; s directly on top of or under another equipment; s on a surface which will obstruct the ventilation slots. DO NOT EXPOSE THE RECEIVER AND IT'S ACCESSORIES: s to rain or excessive moisture to avoid the risk of shock or permanent damage to your receiver; s to direct sunlight, heaters, stoves or any other heat generating equipment; s to any magnetic objects, such as speakers, electric motors, transformers, etc.; s to excessive vibration. Page 2 - 2 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Installation INSTALLATION Section 3 1. CONNECT YOUR EQUIPMENT It is possible to connect the different equipment with the use of UHF coaxial cables, SCART cables, and/or so called audio/video cables with RCA connectors. WARNING ALL EQUIPMENT INVOLVED IN THE INSTALLATION TASK MUST BE INSTALLED CORRECTLY AND SWITCHED OFF. TASK. TO EQUIPMENT. MAKE SURE THAT IT IS SAFE TO PROCEED WITH THE INSTALLATION UNSAFE CIRCUITS AND INSTALLATIONS CAN CAUSE (SERIOUS) INJURY OR DAMAGE CONNECTION WITH UHF COAXIAL CABLES 1. On the TV, find the UHF-coaxial cable that is connected to the terrestrial antenna or cable network. 2. Remove the UHF-coaxial cable from the TV and make sure the cable condition is OK. 3. On the rear panel of the receiver find the TV OUT connector. 4. Install an UHF-coaxial cable between the TV OUT connector (receiver) and the antenna connector (TV). 5. On the rear panel of the receiver find the ANT IN connector. 6. Install the UHF-connector (terrestrial antenna) to the ANT IN connector (receiver). 3 CONNECTION WITH SCART CABLES © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. On the TV find the SCART cable that is connected to the VCR. Remove the SCART connector that is connected to the VCR from the TV. On the rear panel of the receiver find the TV and VCR SCART connectors. Install the SCART cable between the VCR and the VIDEO SCART connector (receiver). Install a full featured SCART cable between the TV SCART connector (receiver) and the SCART connector on the TV (old SCART connection to the VCR). CONNECTION WITH AUDIO/VIDEO CABLE (RCA-CONNECTORS) 1. On the rear panel of the receiver find the VIDEO, AUDIO L and AUDIO R connectors. 2. Install an audio/video cable between: a. the VIDEO connector of the receiver and TV (yellow); b. the AUDIO L connector of the receiver and TV (white); c. the AUDIO R connector of the receiver and TV (red). CONNECTION WITH DOLBY DIGITAL AUDIO CABLE (RCA-CONNECTORS) 1. On the rear panel of the receiver find the S/PDIF connector. 2. Install an audio/video cable (black) between: a. the S/PDIF connector (receiver) and Dolby Digital connection of the Dolby digital compatible installation. CONNECTION WITH SERIAL CABLE (0-MODEM CABLE) 1. On the rear panel of the receiver find the SERIAL PORT connector. 2. Install a serial cable between the SERIAL PORT connector (receiver) and the serial port connection of the PC. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 3 - 1 Section 3 Installation 2. CONNECT A DISH It is possible to connect the different dish configurations with the use of RF coaxial cables. Only the most common configurations are discussed. If in doubt, please ask the EchoStar service department for advice. WARNING ALL EQUIPMENT INVOLVED IN THE INSTALLATION TASK MUST BE INSTALLED CORRECTLY AND SWITCHED OFF. TO EQUIPMENT. MAKE SURE THAT IT IS SAFE TO PROCEED WITH THE INSTALLATION TASK. UNSAFE CIRCUITS AND INSTALLATIONS CAN CAUSE (SERIOUS) INJURY OR DAMAGE CAUTION Tighten the cable connectors only by hand. Do not use any tools. You will damage the connector pins if you overtighten the connector. This will result in loss of signal quality, or even total loss of reception. 1. On the dish installation, connect a RF cable (for detailed instructions, refer to the manufacturer's instructions). 2. On the rear panel of the receiver find the LNB IN (digital) and the IF OUT connectors FIXED DISH INSTALLATION WITH LNB(F) 3. Install the F-connector (dish) to the LNB IN connector (receiver). FIXED DISH INSTALLATION WITH DISEQC SWITCH 3. Install the F-connector (DiSEqC switch) to the LNB IN connector (receiver). © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved Page 3 - 2 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Installation Section 3 3. TO SETUP YOUR RECEIVER FOR THE FIRST TIME This procedures will guide you step-by-step through the initial setup of the receiver. After you have finished the initial installation, these pages are accessible through the icons in the menu bar which is in the initial setup not shown. NOTE Unless otherwise specified; This note explains the way you can navigate through the pages of the EchoNAV initial setup menu. 1. Use the OK key to pull down the menu selection fields. 2. Use the arrow keys to go through the selectable menu items. 3. In a pull-down menu, use the OK key to confirm the selection. 4. Use the arrow keys to navigate between the left and right column of selectable menu items. 5. Use the EXIT key to leave the menu and return to the live mode. s The receiver display shows a green LED indicator. s The TV shows the first page. 3 1. Switch on the TV. 2. On the receiver, press the on/standby button. 3. 4. 5. 6. Make the required selections. Read the available help text for information. Go to the Continue field. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 7. Make the required selections. 8. Read the available help text for information. Note that only the white fields are selectable, other fields show reference information. 9. Go to the Continue field. 10. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. 11. Make the required selections. 12. Read the available help text for information. 13. Go to the Continue field. 14. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 3 - 3 Section 3 Installation NOTE The receiver needs the correct local time to collect and show the EPG (Electronic Program Guide). An incorrectly entered local time will result in no EPG information. 15. Make the required selections. 16. Read the available help text for information; Note that the local time is shown correctly. 17. Go to the Continue field. 18. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. NOTE From the next step onwards, the procedure is divided into different configurations. The configurations are; Fixed, DiSEqC 1.2 and SMATV. s Fixed means set up a single dish or multiple dishes with DiSEqC1..4 switch; s DiSEqC 1.2 means set up a moveable dish according the DiSEqC 1.2 spec; s SMATV means set up for television distribution (cable network in buildings). © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved FOR FIXED AND DISEQC 1..4 SWITCH INSTALLATIONS 19. Make the required selections. 20. Read the available help text for information. Note that only the white fields are selectable, other fields show reference information. 21. Go to the Check Signal field. 22. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. 23. Wait for the Checking Configuration to complete. 24. Make the required selections. 25. Read the available help text for information. 26. If the red dot in the transponder field stays: a. select another transponder; b. go to the check signal field; c. on the RCU, press the OK key. 27. Go to the Search Channels field. 28. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. Page 3 - 4 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Installation Section 3 29. Wait for the search to complete: a. the receiver display shows a green LED; b. the search completed popup menu appears. 30. On the RCU, press the OK key to end the initial setup procedure. FOR MOVEABLE DISH INSTALLATIONS (DISEQC 1.2) 22. Make the required selections. 23. Read the available help text for information. Note that only the white fields are selectable, other fields show reference information. 24. Go to the Program Satellites field. 25. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. 3 © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 26. Wait for the Checking Configuration to complete. 27. Make the required selections. 28. Read the available help text for information. 29. Monitor the signal indicator for best signal when you set the location. 30. On the RCU, press OK to save the setting. 31. Go to the Search Channels field. 32. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. 33. Wait for the search to complete: a. the receiver display shows a green LED; b. the search completed popup menu appears. 34. On the RCU, press the OK key to end the initial setup procedure. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 3 - 5 Section 3 Installation FOR SMATV INSTALLATIONS 22. Make the required selections. After the initial installation it is possible to add more symbol rates. Refer to section Maintenance for detailed instructions. 23. Read the available help text for information. 24. Go to the Search Channels field. 25. On the RCU, press the OK key to advance. 26. Wait for the search to complete: a. the receiver display shows a green LED; b. the search completed popup menu appears. 27. On the RCU, press the OK key to end the initial setup procedure. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved Page 3 - 6 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Familiarization FAMILIARIZATION Section 4 1. THE RECEIVER The digital satellite receiver has 2 Common Interface slots and an embedded Viaccess decoder. The front panel gives you the control over the basic functions. The rear panel gives you various connections to connect the audio and video equipment as well as a terrestrial and dish antenna. Ventilation slots in the housing are provided for cooling of the internal electronics. The software of the receiver contains the EchoNAV user interface with on-screen help, which gives you easy control over the features of the receiver. The software contains also a large database of pre-programmed satellites and transponders which are used for a quick installation. For initial installation, the software guides you through the required setup menu to allow for an easy and reliable installation setup of the receiver. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS s s s s s s s s s s s EchoNAV Multi-Lingual advanced User Interface (12+ languages); Embedded Viaccess 1.1; 2 Common Interface Slots; 7 day EPG; 4,000 Digital Channels, 100 Satellites, 1,300 Transponders; 8 Favorite Channel Lists for TV and 8 for radio; Powerful Channel Sorting and Grouping; Multiple Scan Modes (incl.Update Scan); Digital Audio Output (Dolby Digital Compatible); DiSEqC 1.2; Software Update via Internet/Satellite. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 4 1.1. THE RECEIVER FRONT PANEL The front panel has: s The display, to show the actual status of the receiver. - red LED to indicate standby; - green LED to indicate ON; - blinking green LED to indicate software-download in progress (OTA only); - blinking red-orange-green LED to indicate software-download in progress (PC only). s The key, to switch the receiver to ON or OFF. s The arrow up and down keys, to navigate up and down through the selectable options. s The access door, to access the different slots for the CI-modules and smart cards. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 4 - 1 Section 4 Familiarization 1.2. THE RECEIVER REAR PANEL The rear panel gives you various connections to connect the audio and video equipment as well as a terrestrial and dish antennas. Depending on the installation setup, you may not use all connectors, but they are provided for any desired setup in future. The available connectors on the rear panel are: s The mains conenctor, for the conenction s The LNB IN connector (F-type), to the mains power socket. for the connection of a dish to the receiver, to receive the digital broadcasts; s The SERIAL PORT connector (sub-D), s The IF OUT connector (F-type), for a for the connection to the serial loop through connection; communication port of a PC; s The VIDEO connector (RCA), s The ANT IN connector (IEC), for the connection to the composite for the connection of an terrestrial TV video input of the TV (monitor); antenna; s The S/PDIF connector (RCA), s The TV OUT connector (IEC), for the connection of Dolby Digital (AC-3) for the connection to the antenna compatible audio equipment; connector of a TV or a VCR; s The AUDIO L connector (RCA), s The VCR connector (SCART), for the for the connection of the left audio input connection of a VCR with the use of a channel of a stereo set; fully-featured SCART-cable; s The AUDIO R connector (RCA), s The TV connector (SCART), for the connection of the right audio input for the connection of a TV with the use of channel of a stereo set; a fully-featured SCART-cable; © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved Page 4 - 2 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Familiarization Section 4 1.3. THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (RCU) The EchoStar Remote Control Unit (RCU) is used to control the receiver. The RCU requires two AA/R6 alkaline batteries to operate. s MUTE s ON/STANDBY To blank out the volume. To switch to standby or on. si s EPG To view the InfoBanner; To view the EPG. To access extended info. To return to current time. s NUMBER KEYS s SUBTITLE To enter numerical To choose another subtitle settings; language. To type in a channel s MENU number. To go to the installation s EXIT menu. To leave a menu or feature. s VOL+ s CH+ To increase the volume. To go one channel up. s VOLTo decrease the volume. s CHTo go one channel down. s ARROW CLUSTER To go left, right, down or s PAGE+ left. To go up one page. s OK/STORE s PAGE To go to the (favorites) lists; To go down one page. To make a menu selection; s RCL To pull down a menu. To go to the previous s RED channel; To go to another mode. To access special features. TV/RAD s GREEN To switch to TV or Radio To select a (favorites) list. mode. FAV To view detailed EPG To go to the favorite list of information. the actual mode. s BLUE s YELLOW To sort a list; To group a list; To zoom in/out the time slot To select an EPG timer. of the EPG view window. ALT AUDIO SAT To choose a language. To select another satellite. s WHITE To go to the edit mode. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 4 1.4. THE ECHONAV USER INTERFACE The EchoNAV user interface is designed to give you easy control over the receiver. The EchoNAV user interface has four main features that give access to the different functions. The four main features are: s The EchoNAV installation menu, that helps you to setup the receiver and access the parental lock settings; s The EchoNAV user menu, that helps you to control the daily operation and selection of the favorites; s The EchoNAV EPG menu, that helps you to control the different timers and to view the available EPG; s The EchoNAV InfoBanner, that helps you to view the available information about the actual mode. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 4 - 3 Section 4 Familiarization The EchoNAV user interface has various ways to navigate through the menus and functions. Some of the keys on the remote control unit give direct access to functions. The most important keys are identified as EPG, colored keys, MENU, OK and record (press twice). Other keys are multi-functional which means that their function changes dependent of the mode that you are in. NOTE Unless otherwise specified; this note explains the way you can navigate through the pages of the EchoNAV user menu. 1. Use the OK key to pull down the menu selection fields. 2. Use the keys to scroll the selectable items. 3. Use the keys to navigate between the left and right column of selectable items. 4. Use the EXIT key to leave the menu and return to the view mode. 5. In a pull-down menu: - use the OK key to confirm the selection. - the yellow bar indicates the active selection; - on the left, the green page indicator indicates where you are. 2. THE ECHONAV INSTALLATION MENU The EchoNAV installation menu has different main menus that give you access to the different sub menus. The main menus are: s The guided initial setup menu which is only accessible after the first time you switch the receiver on and after every manually initiated factory reset; s The User Preferences menu, the installation setup menu and the CI menu are accessible at any time. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved NAVIGATION A highlighted button shows you which menu is selected. The MENU key lets yo change between the main and sub menu where the keys let you make a selection in the selected (main / sub) menu. The OK key brings you into the related page, where you can make a choice from the available options. Once in a page, at any time, you can easily leave with the menu key. The main menus are divided in sub menus, selection pages and option fields. The main menu buttons are shown at the right hand side of the menu bar. The different sub menu buttons are shown on the left hand side of the menu bar. The selection pages with the option fields are accessible after you have selected a sub menu. Every menu, sub menu and selection page has one or more help lines to assist you. The main menus are accessible with: s The s The s The button, that gives you access to the User Preferences menu; button, that gives you access to the installation setup menu; button, that gives you access to the Conditional Access menu. Page 4 - 4 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Familiarization Section 4 2.1. THE USER PREFERENCES MENU This main menu has different sub menus that give access to the pages where you can customize the factory settings. The user preferences menu always comes in view with the User Profile sub menu. In the menu bar the sub menus are shown at the right side. The available sub menus are shown as icons which become a highlighted button after selection. The sub menus are accessible with: s The s The s The s The © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved button, that gives you access to the User Profile page; button, that gives you access to the Languages page; button, that gives you access to the Parental Lock page; button, that gives you access to the Local Time page; button, that gives you access to the TV System page. 4 s The 2.1.1. USER PROFILE PAGE This menu page allows you to customize the user profile, you can customize: s Aspect ratio To set the screen size of the TV. s Banner time out To set the view time for the InfoBanner. s Dolby Digital To tell the receiver that it is connected to a Dolby Digital amplifier or not. 2.1.2. LANGUAGES PAGE This menu page allows you to customize the language settings, you can customize s Menu Language To set the language you want to use in the menus. s Main audio language To set language for programs with bi-lingual audio. s 2nd audio language To set language for programs with bi-lingual audio. s Subtitling language To set language for bi-lingual subtitled programs. s 2nd subtitling language To set language for bi-lingual subtitled programs. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 4 - 5 Section 4 Familiarization 2.1.3. PARENTAL LOCK PAGE This sub menu contains two menu pages. These menu pages are: TO CHANGE THE PARENTAL LOCK SETTINGS This menu page allows you to customize the parental lock settings, you can customize: s Receiver Lock To lock the receiver completely for unauthorized users. s Installation Lock To lock the installation menu for unauthorized users. s Channel lock To lock or unlock all locked selections at once. s Master hide To hide or unhide all hidden selections at once. s Change PIN Code To access the change PIN code page. TO CHANGE THE PIN CODE This menu page allows you to change the PIN code, you can change: s Old password To type in the factory default or personal PIN code. s New password To type in your new PIN code (numbers only). s Verify password To type in your New password again. Now the receivers verifies the new password to make sure that you typed in the new password correctly. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 2.1.4. LOCAL TIME PAGE This menu page allows you to customize the local time settings. For the correct operation of the EPG and the timers, it is necessary to set the local time correctly. You can customize: s Selected time zone To set the time zone where you are. s summer time To set the daylight savings time on or off. s Time offset To set the difference between local time and the common time as defined by the time zone. Page 4 - 6 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Familiarization 2.1.5. TV SYSTEM PAGE Section 4 This menu page allows you to customize the TV settings used for the receiver, you can customize: s Channel To select the (UHF) TV channel to which the receiver is connected. s CH Frequency To view the frequency that corresponds with the selected channel. You can not set this option. s System To set the video format supported by your TV. 2.2. THE INSTALLATION SETUP MENU This main menu has different sub menus that give access to the pages where you can customize the settings to match your personal requirements. Note that the sub menus are dynamic which means that they change with the selections you make. The installation setup menu always comes in view with the system setup sub menu. In the menu bar the sub menus are shown at the right side. The available sub menus are shown as icons which become a highlighted button after selection. The sub menus are accessible with: © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 4 The The The The The The button, that gives you access to the System Setup page (for Fixed dish); button, that gives you access to the System Setup page (for DiSEqC 1.2); button, that gives you access to the User LNB Setting page; button, that gives you access to the About EchoStar information page; button, that gives you access to the System Upgrade page; button, that gives you access to the Factory Reset page. 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. s The signal indicator 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. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 4 - 7 Section 4 Familiarization 2.2.1. SYSTEM SETUP MENU This sub menu allows you to customize the system setup to match your installation. Note that the menu page is dynamic which means that it changes with the selections you make. You can customize: s System To inform you which dish installation is used. s LNBs To set the amount of LNBs you have installed. s Polarity To set the device that controls the signal polarity. s Switch To set the switch type which you use to control the dish installation (if used). s LNB1 To set the LNB type(s) you use. s Program Satellites (DiSEqC1.2 only) To confirm the selections and go to next menu. s Satellite (fixed only) To set the satellite you want to scan for the LNB. s Check Signal (fixed only) To confirm the selections and go to next menu. s LNB Power (SMATV only) To select the distribution type (cable=Off, IF=On). s Symbol Rate 1-4 (SMATV only) To set the symbol rates you want to scan. You can search four symbol rates simultaneously in one search. Repeat the session if you want to scan for more symbol rates. s Search Channels (SMATV only) To confirm the selections you made and advance to the Search Channels page. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 2.2.2. FIXED DISH SETUP This sub menu allows you to customize the system setup to add an additional fixed dish into your DiSEcQ1.2 configuration. Note that the menu page is dynamic which means that it changes with the selections you make. You can customize: s LNBs To set the amount of LNBs you have installed. s Polarity To set the device that controls the signal polarity. s Switch To set the switch type which you use to control the dish installation. s LNB1 To set the LNB type(s) you use. s Satellite To set the satellite you want to scan for the LNB. s Check Signal To confirm the selections you made and advance to the Check Signal page. Page 4 - 8 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Familiarization 2.2.3. PROGRAM SATELLITES Section 4 © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved This sub menu allows you to customize the system setup to add an additional satellite into your receiver. Note that the menu page is dynamic which means that it changes with the selections you make. You can customize and view: s Satellite To set the satellite you want to scan for the LNB. s Search mode To set a specific search mode; All, FTA, IF, TP, network or update (refer to section glossary). s Longitude To view the satellite location on the Clarke Belt. s Transponder To select a transponder of the selected satellite. s Skew To adjust the Horizontal/Vertical setting (only for polarotor). s Location To move the dish for best signal level and quality. s Satellite offset To compensate for a dish offset caused by ambient conditions. NOTE The satellite offset will affect all satellite positions, this means that all scanned positions will change which might result in total loss of signal for all satellites. s Search Channels To confirm the selections you made and advance to the Search Channels page. 4 2.2.4. USER LNB SETTING This sub menu allows you to program a LNB that is not listed in the LNB selection list. Note that the menu page is dynamic which means that it changes with the selections you make. You can customize: s User's LNB To select the first or second user defined LNB. s Low Frequency To enter the low frequency of the user LNB. s High Frequency To enter the high frequency of the user LNB. s Polarity Control To select the device that controls the polarity. s Band Control To set the control signal for high or low band selection. s Ku/C Control To set the control signal for the Ku/C LNB. s Store settings To confirm the selection and save the settings. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 4 - 9 Section 4 Familiarization 2.2.5. ABOUT ECHOSTAR The About EchoStar menu gives all the where-to-contact-Information about EchoStar and the status information about the receiver. You can view: s Company This field shows the full name of EchoStar. s Address This field shows the address of EchoStar. s S/W version This field shows the current software version loaded into the receiver. s Boot version This field shows the current boot version loaded into the receiver. s Web site This field shows the EchoStar web site where you can find the latest user and software information. 2.2.6. SYSTEM UPGRADE PAGE This menu page allows you to upgrade the receiver's software. EchoStar provides software updates Over-The-Air (OTA) which means that you can upgrade your system via the satellite. If you are not able to receive the satellite/transponder, you always can upgrade the software through the SERIAL PORT (RS232) at the rear of the receiver and the downloaded software from the EchoStar website. s Location To select the default or user defined satellite where you want to download from. s Satellite To set the satellite where you want to download from. s TP frequency To set the transponder where you want to download from. s Polarity To set the correct polarity for the transponder. s Symbol rate To set the correct symbol rate for the transponder. s FEC To set the correct Forward Error Correction for the transponder © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved Page 4 - 10 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Familiarization 2.2.7. FACTORY RESET Section 4 The Factory Reset menu gives you the possibility to reset the receiver to the initial factory settings. The memory erase option restores the factory settings over your personal settings. All customized data like parental lock and favorites will be replaced with the factory settings. s Memory Erase - User Data To instruct the receiver to delete all personal settings and replace them with the factory settings. s Confirm Reset With this field you can confirm the selections made and execute the selected procedure. After the memory erase procedure is finished, you are taken to the initial setup procedure. (for detailed instructions, please refer to section Installation). 2.3. THE CI INFORMATION MENU This main menu has different sub menus that give access to the pages where you can view the CI-module and smart card settings. Note that the sub menus are dynamic which means that they change with the selections you make. The conditional access information menu always comes in view with the system setup sub menu. In the menu bar the sub menus are shown at the right side. The available sub menus are shown as icons which become a highlighted button after selection. The sub menus are accessible with: © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 4 The The The button, that gives you access to the CI-module 1 information page; button, that gives you access to the CI-module 2 information page; button, that gives you access to the Viaccess smart card reader information page. 2.3.1. CI-MODULES The CI-modules sub menu gives all the Information about the CI-module and related smart card that is inserted. Note that the menu is dynamic which means that it changes with the type of CI-module and related smart card inserted. The menus for slots 1, 2 and 3 are almost identical, therefore only an example for slot 1 is shown. You can view: s Module Gives information about which CI-module and related smart card is inserted in the selected CI-slot. s Viaccess Embedded (smart card reader only) Gives information about which Viaccess compatible smart card is inserted in the Viaccess smart card reader. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 4 - 11 Section 4 Familiarization CONDITIONAL ACCESS INFORMATION s As an example; this page shows the additional information that is available from the inserted CI-module and smart card. s Note that this page can show differently for other CI-modules and smart cards. s EchoStar has no control over the information provided by the related service provider, therefor no specific information is given. 3. THE ECHONAV MODE AND SELECTION MENUS The mode and selection menu gives access to the current list, related features and on-screen help lines. After you have entered the mode and selection menu you can manipulate the lists through: s The Mode bar (red); s The List bar (green); s The Edit bar (white); s The Group bar (yellow); s The Sort bar (blue). 3.1. INTRODUCTION © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 3.2. MODE The Mode bar gives access to the different receiver modes. The receiver modes are: s TV To switch the receiver in the TV mode and to access the list of TV channels. s Radio To switch the receiver in the Radio mode and to access the list of Radio channels. s Lists To switch the receiver in the Lists mode and to access the favorite lists. Page 4 - 12 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Familiarization Section 4 3.3. LIST The Lists are available in the all modes. Some of the lists are factory defined and other lists (Favorite lists) are user defined. Favorite lists are lists of your favorite items that are created and maintained by you. In every mode you can setup a number of favorite lists. The lists available are (mode dependent): s All Channels To access the list of scanned TV channels available on the scanned satellites. s Current Sat To access the list of all scanned TV channels available on the current selected satellite. s Favorites To access to your own favorite lists. You can rename the favorites to something meaningful to yourself, e.g. Film, Sport, Kids. 3.4. EDIT The Edit options are available in the all modes. The Edit option gives you the possibility to customize the different lists. The availability of the Edit options is mode dependent, the available options are: s None No edit option is selected. s Move To enter the move channel function. s Add To enter the add channel function. s Rename To enter the rename channel function. s Volume To enter the set volume offset function. s Lock To enter the lock channel function. s Delete To enter the delete channel function. s Edit PID To enter the edit PID function. s Add PID To enter the add PID function. s Edit TP To enter the edit TP function. s Add TP To enter the add TP function. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 4 Digital Satellite Receiver Page 4 - 13 Section 4 Familiarization 3.5. GROUP The Group options are available in the all modes. The Group option allows you to group the lists in different ways. The availability of the Group options is mode dependent, the available options are: s None No group option is selected. s Per Satellite To group the list per satellite. s Per Network To group the list per network. s Per Transponder To group the list per transponder. 3.6. SORT The Sort options are available in all modes. The Sort options allow you to sort the lists in different ways. The availability of the Sort options is mode dependent, the available options are: s None No sort option is selected. s A to Z Sorts a list alphabetically. s Z to A Sorts a list alphabetically, in reverse order. s Character Shows list with entered character only. s Word Shows a list that contains the selected word only. s Scrambled Shows a list of encrypted channels only. s FTA Shows a list of Free-To-Air channels only. s Locked Shows a list of locked channels only. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved Page 4 - 14 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Familiarization Section 4 4. THE ELECTRONIC PROGRAM GUIDE (EPG) Most digital channels transmit program data as an EPG. Digital channels that transmit EPG offer you program information in advance for a certain period of time. Dependent of the service provider, EPG is offered in different ways. After you have entered the EPG, you can select the different EPG options, these are: s s s s s Mode, to select the TV or Radio mode to show. List, to select the list in all channels, current satellite or personal favorite. Date, to access the EPG calendar. Timers, not available in this configuaration. Zoom, to expand or shrink the EPG window as a function of the time slot. 5. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved THE INFOBANNER AND POP-UP MENUS The TV InfoBanner shows the information related to the actual channel. The information shown is (some information only if provided by the service provider. 5.1. THE TV INFOBANNER 4 s s s s s The channel information bar, to show the (favorites) list number and the channel name; The satellite information dish, to show the name of the selected satellite; The program information bar, to show the start time, duration indicator and program name; The i-button, to indicate that there is detailed program information available; The additional information bar, to show the additional service icons. These icons show only if the additional service is available. The icons are: - the - the - the - the - the icon for teletext; icon for alternate audio; icon for alternate subtitling; icon for Dolby Digital audio; icon for Favorite channel; - the icon for Parental rating information. s The digital clock, to show the actual local time; s The next program information bar, to show the information of the next program. s If the volume +/- key is pressed, the volume button is shown (see the radio InfoBanner). Digital Satellite Receiver Page 4 - 15 Section 4 Familiarization 5.2. THE RADIO INFOBANNER The radio InfoBanner shows the information related to the actual channel. The radio InfoBanner can show the same information as discussed with the TV InfoBanner. 5.3. POP-UP MENUS Some pop-up menus are used to show that the receiver is busy to execute a task. Other popup menus require interaction with the user, you have to confirm or deny a earlier given command to complete the task 5.3.1. ALT AUDIO If transmitted, you can set per channel your alternate audio. You can call up the pop-up menu with the alternative audio key on the remote control unit. You can navigate up and down between the audio languages or left and right for bi-lingual programs. For the radio channels, you can navigate up and down between the different radio stations within the selected channel. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 5.3.2. SUBTITLE If transmitted, you can set per channel your subtitling You can call up the pop-up menu with the subtitle key on the remote control unit. You can navigate up and down between the languages. 5.3.3. SATELLITE LIST This pop-up menu gives you the possibility to choose directly from the available satellites. You can call up the pop-up menu with the satellite key on the remote control unit. Page 4 - 16 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Operation OPERATION Section 5 1. TO NAVIGATE THROUGH THE MENUS NOTE Unless otherwise specified; this note explains the way you can navigate through the pages of the EchoNAV user menu. 1. Use the OK key to pull down the menu selection fields. 2. Use the keys to scroll the selectable items. 3. Use the keys to navigate between the left and right column of selectable items. 4. Use the EXIT key to leave the menu and return to the view mode. 5. In a pull-down menu: - use the OK key to confirm the selection. - the yellow bar indicates the active selection; - on the left, the green page indicator indicates where you are. NOTE In the following procedures, we assume that you have switched on the TV and the receiver is in the TV mode. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 1.1. TO SELECT A MODE 1. 2. 3. 4. On the RCU, press the OK key; Press the RED key and make the selection. Read the available help text for information. Select the required mode. 5 1.2. TO SELECT A CHANNEL On the RCU, press the OK key. Select the required mode. Read the available help text for information. Select a channel, either: a. use the keys; b. use the page + / - keys; c. use the numbered keys. 5. On the RCU, press the OK key to confirm. 1. 2. 3. 4. NOTE Normally, you only can view a scrambled channel with the applicable CI-module and/or smart card inserted in a CI-slot or Viaccess smart card reader. Digital Satellite Receiver Page 5 - 1 Section 5 Operation 1.3. TO SELECT A LIST 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. On the RCU, press the OK key. Select the required mode. On the RCU press the GREEN key. Read the available help text for information. Select the required list. 1.4. TO GROUP A LIST 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. On the RCU, press the OK key. Select the required mode. On the RCU press the YELLOW key. Read the available help text for information. Select the required group option. © 2001 EchoStar International Corporation All rights reserved 1.5. TO SORT A LIST 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. On the RCU, press the OK key. Select the required mode. On the RCU press the BLUE key. Read the available help text for information. Select the required sort option. Note that only for the Character and Word option a keyboard appears. 6. When the keyboard appears: a. use the arrow keys to navigate; b. press OK to accept the character; c. select the button to get lower case characters and numbers; d. select the button e. on the RCU, press the OK key to confirm. Page 5 - 2 EchoStar DSB-808 2Ci Viaccess Operation Section 5 1.6. TO EDIT A LIST