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Important Software Notice As with all software controlled products, unexpected behavior could arise if the user tries to perform operations in a non-routine manner. This product, like almost any other high tech product, is subject to bugs and hence Channel Master CANNOT AND DOES NOT GUARANTEE OR WARRANT THAT ALL FEATURES, SUCH AS PARENTAL CONTROLS, WILL WORK AS INTENDED UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES. Channel Master endeavors to improve such conditions and will periodically download improvements.
Important Safety Instructions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use the apparatus near water. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Warning and Attention Symbols You must be aware of safety when you install and use this system. This User’s Guide provides various procedures. If you do some of these procedures carelessly, you could injure or kill yourself or damage equipment or property. Some other procedures require special attention. The Class II equipment symbol means the equipment has additional insulation and does not need to be grounded.
Table of Contents INTRODUCTION Safety Instructions Introduction 03 :: What’s included 04 :: Controls and connectors 05 :: Setting up your DVR+ 06 :: Using the remote control Getting Started 10 :: Turning on your DVR+ 10 :: Programming the remote 12 :: List of Remote Codes 16 :: Recording on your DVR+ 16 :: Playing a recording 16 :: Deleting a recording 17 :: Managing recordings 17 :: Locking a recording Using the DVR+ 20 :: Changing channels 20 :: Controlling the audio 1 20 :: Setting audio options 21 :
Chapter 1 :: Introduction What you’ll find in this chapter: • What’s included with your DVR+ • Controls and connectors • Setting up your DVR+ • Using the remote control.
Introduction Your new Channel Master DVR+ receiver Thank you for purchasing your new Channel Master DVR+ High Definition digital video receiver and recorder. The DVR+ receiver is a state-of-the-art, high definition (HD), digital video recorder (DVR) combining subscription-free, Over The Air (OTA) digital television reception with the flexibility of recording for later playback.
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Front Panel Controls The front panel of your Channel Master DVR+ receiver features the following: • IR Receiver to receive infrared signals from your remote control. Please do not cover or obstruct. • Status LED to provide a visual indication of whether your DVR+ receiver is turned on (bright blue) or in standby mode (dim blue). The bright blue light turns red when the DVR+ receiver is actively recording a program or event.
Connecting and setting up your DVR+ receiver 1 Connect the antenna to the receiver. RF IN Connects over-the-air (OTA) TV antenna 2 Connect the receiver to the TV. HDMI® Output Provides high-definition digital audio and video to the TV Note: Only use a good-quality, shielded HDMI cable. the small end of the power cord to the receiver input and plug 3 Connect the other end into an AC outlet. Turn on the TV and select the correct input.
Using your DVR+ remote control Input Selects the TV input (see Programming the Remote Control, page 10) TV On/Standby (see Programming the Remote Control, page 10) Period Used to enter sub-channel numbers Mute Silence audio output from the TV (see Programming the Remote Control, page 10) DVR Displays recorded events Guide View program guide Home Returns to home screen from Internet apps Exit Close menu or guide and return to viewing Navigation Choose options in menus, DVR recordings, guide, settings and in
Mute/unmute (see Programming the Remote Control, page 10) View program/ channel information Increase/decrease sound volume (see Programming the Remote Control, page 10) Browse up/ down to next numbered channel Pause a program Play a program Rewind Fast forward Skip backward Skip forward Record remainder of current program or a program scheduled for the future in the guide Stop To move through the program guide, use the following buttons: Record selected program -2.
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Chapter 2 :: Getting Started What you’ll find in this chapter: • Turning on your new Channel Master DVR+ • Programming the remote to control your TV • Recording a program using your DVR+ • Playing back a recorded program • Deleting a recorded program on your DVR+ • Managing your recorded programs • Locking a recording with a password.
Getting Started Turning on your new DVR+ receiver When you switch on your DVR+ receiver for the first time, it may take a minute for two for the unit to power up and display the Setup Wizard. This will guide you through the steps to set up your receiver and scan for subscription-free, over-the-air channels. Highlight and select your Language & Country. Press OK to continue. Validate connections are hooked up correctly A Channel Scan will and then press OK to Online channels from begin automatically.
Programming your remote using Easy Scan 1 2 3 4 5 Turn on your TV. Point the DVR+ remote control at the TV. Press and hold down both CH+ and VOL- on the remote simultaneously for at least two seconds. The blue TV button LED gives two slow flashes to indicate successful entry into setup mode. Press INPUT. The TV button LED comes on. Press TV POWER repeatedly until the TV switches off. Press INPUT. The TV button LED gives two slow flashes to indicate that the code has been stored successfully.
Programming your remote using Code Entry To program the remote with a 4-digit numerical code, use the steps below. Note: Where several codes are listed for a manufacturer, it may be necessary to repeat the sequence below with each code until the correct one is found. 1 Hold down both the CH+ and VOL- keys simultaneously for at least two seconds. The blue TV button LED gives two slow flashes to indicate successful entry into the setup mode.
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Recording a program using your DVR+ To record the current program you are watching on live TV, press RECORD on the remote control, OR To record a future event, press GUIDE on the remote. Use the navigation wheel to highlight the desired program, and then press RECORD on the remote control. If more than one program with the same title is recorded, a folder is automatically created.
Managing recorded programs on your DVR+ • Schedule / History / Recordings • Sort A-Z or by date/time • Delete • Search Pause Rewind Fast forward Skip backward Skip forward Play Stop Locking a recording with a password Press DVR on the remote. Use the navigation wheel to highlight the program. Press OK on the remote. Select Options. Select Lock to lock the recording. A locked recording cannot be deleted until it is unlocked with a PIN.
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Chapter 3 :: Using the DVR+ What you’ll find in this chapter: • Changing channels • Controlling the audio • Setting digital audio options • Getting program information • Adjusting languages and captioning • Using the live pause feature on DVR+ • Using Internet-enabled online apps.
Using the DVR+ receiver Changing channels You can change channels on your DVR+ receiver in several ways. When you are viewing live TV you can: • Press the CH+ or CH- button on the remote control, OR • Enter the channel number using the numeric keypad. • Press GUIDE on the remote to view the list of all currently available channels. Then highlight a current program on a different channel, press OK and select Watch this program.
Setting your digital audio options Many programs and events, especially those broadcast with high-definition video, also feature multiple audio channels to enhance the enjoyment through your home theater. The following options on your DVR+ can be used with other compatible equipment: • • • HDMI can be set to Stereo only if you are not connecting the HDMI output of your DVR+ to a device capable of multi-channel surround sound.
Using the live pause feature on your DVR+ While viewing programming on a channel, pressing the PAUSE button on your remote control activates an automatic memory buffer, capturing as much as 15 minutes of live TV. You can: • • • Use the rewind, fast forward, skip back, skip forward, pause, and play functions of your remote control on the buffered programming. Note that you cannot move backward past the last DVR+ activation or channel change, or forward into the future.
Chapter 4 :: Menus and Options What you’ll find in this chapter: • DVR+ Main Menu • SEARCH • DVR • GUIDE • SETTINGS • Deleting an unwanted channel • Setting up network connectivity • Updating your DVR+ software.
Menus and Options DVR+ Main Menu The Main Menu on your DVR+ receiver is accessed by pressing the MENU button on the remote control and is displayed arranged vertically along the left-hand side of your TV screen. Main Menu Items The following items appear on, and can be highlighted and selected from, the DVR+ Main Menu: • • • • 24 SEARCH—to find a program to watch or record. DVR—to manage and play back your recordings. GUIDE—to browse what’s on now and is scheduled to be broadcast in the future.
SEARCH Your DVR+ receiver’s Search function allows you to enter one or more keywords associated with programs or events you would like to find in the electronic Program Guide. After selecting SEARCH from the DVR+ Main Menu, use the navigation buttons on your remote to highlight and select characters, including letters and numbers, that spell out the keyword(s) you wish to find. DVR A Digital Video Recorder allows you to record your favorite shows, series and events without using tapes or a VCR.
GUIDE Selecting GUIDE from the Main Menu or pressing the GUIDE button on the remote control displays the Program Guide of the DVR+ receiver on your screen. From the guide, you can: • • • Change channels to watch (or watch and record) a program on now. Set the DVR+ receiver to record a program on now or one scheduled in the future. Set a reminder for the time of a program that you want to be sure you do not miss.
• Network Setup—to view or change the status and information about Internet connectivity, including setup of the optional USB WiFi adapter (see page 28). • Power Options—to change the Inactivity Standby setting from the default of 4 hours to either 5 or 6 hours (the Off setting is not recommended).
Deleting an unwanted channel Pressing the MENU button, highlighting and selecting the SETTINGS menu, followed by the Tuning submenu, then Channels displays the list of scanned-in channels on your DVR+ receiver. If you need to delete a channel (for example, it is a duplicate of another channel or it is one that you never watch), then: • • • Highlight the channel in the list that you want to delete. Press the red color button on your remote control. A confirmation message is displayed.
Updating your DVR+ software By pressing the MENU button, highlighting and selecting the SETTINGS menu, followed by the Technical Info submenu, and then Software Updates, you can: • • • • Manually Check for downloads. Note that a DVR+ receiver with an active connection to the Internet will periodically check for downloads automatically. When new downloadable software is available, a pop-up message is displayed. Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the update.
Chapter 5 :: Troubleshooting What you’ll find in this chapter: • Possible issues • Suggested actions.
Troubleshooting Signal Issues Program Guide Issues Online Apps Issues (network connection is required) 32 • Verify the coax cable to the over-the-air antenna is connected to both the RF IN port on the back of the receiver (hand-tighten only) and also to the over-the-air antenna. • Verify your antenna has not been moved out of proper alignment. This can cause signal loss on some or all channels. • Reset the receiver by pressing and holding the POWER button located on the front panel.
Remote Control Issues Recording Issues • If your network equipment appears to be working correctly, but you still cannot access the Internet from devices connected to the network, contact your Internet service provider for assistance. • To enjoy high-quality video streaming from online applications such as VUDU, a 2 Mbps minimum connection speed is recommended. If you are not sure of your connection speed, check with your Internet service provider.
Audio Issues • If your DVR+ receiver’s audio sounds distorted, then you can: – Try a different channel to see if the fault lies in the transmission of the signal. – Try to see if the fault lies with your reception of the channel’s signal(s) by ensuring that your over-the-air antenna is installed and aimed correctly (for example, away from tall buildings and metal obstacles).
Chapter 6 :: FCC, Warranty, OSS What you’ll find in this chapter: • FCC Statement • Limited Warranty • Open Source Software Notices.
FCC Statement, Limited Warranty, OSS The following FCC Statement applies to DVR+ Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
The following Limited Warranty applies to DVR+ Limited Warranty Period: CHANNEL MASTER DVR+ has a limited (1) year Warranty from the original purchase date with a valid proof of purchase from an authorized retailer. A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase. Certain limitations and exclusions apply.
RETURN OF EQUIPMENT UNDER WARRANTY: 2.1 If an item of Equipment malfunctions or fails in normal use within the applicable Warranty Period: (a) The Customer shall notify CHANNEL MASTER within thirty (30) days of the problem.
(e) Reception transmission problems caused by signal conditions, telephone line, or cable or antenna systems outside the unit. (f) Damages to, or viruses that may infect your Unit or other devices arising from the use of unauthorized third party devices in connection with your Unit. (g) Incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product. (Some states (or jurisdictions) do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
The following Open-Source Software Notices apply to DVR+ This product uses certain open source operating system software distributed pursuant to GNU General Public Licence Version 2 and GNU Lesser General Licence Version 2. The following software components are licensed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) version 2, a copy of which is provided with this product. GNU GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 2, June 1991 Copyright @ 1989, 1991 Free Software Foundation, Inc.
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