D I G I T A L DIR-2000 Digital Box Owner’s Manual TO A N A L O G C O N V E R T E R “As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Sanyo Manufacturing Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.” Printed in U.S.A. SMC, May 2002 Part No.
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Contents Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Feature Setup Introduction — Welcome to the World of Sanyo . . . . . . . . . 3 Setting the Clock/Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Digital Audio Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Setting the Menu Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Features . . . . . . . . . . .
Glossary Aspect Ratio—The aspect ratio of a television picture is the relationship of the width to the height. The standard Analog aspect ratio is 4:3. The 16:9 aspect ratio appears wider and shorter, more closely resembling a movie theater screen image. DTV—Digital Television. Picture is transmitted in a digital format that is sharp and crystal clear. DTV Indicator—Indicates a digital (ATSC) channel is being received by the SDB. ATSC—Advanced Television Standards Committee.
Features and Specifications Convenient Features: Controls and Indicators: Front Panel Indicators: Power, 480P, DTV, and 4:3 Front Panel Keys: Power Channel (up-down) Menu Cursor (left-right) Dual Tuning Systems DTV terrestrial digital ATSC (18 formats) NTSC analog (Cable 1~125), (VHF/UHF) Audio formats: Dolby Digital for DTV and analog for NTSC NightScan automatically updates DTV channels Menu System Adjustments: Picture adjustments–Aspect Ratio: 4:3 format and 16:9 format Pi
Understanding the DIR-2000’s Features Analog and Digital Signals Analog Traditionally, televisions have received signals sent (broadcast) over the airwaves or via cable (CATV). These signals included the carrier wave and the picture and sound data. The picture and sound information is superimposed upon a carrier wave by varying the signal frequency and the signal amplitude. This varying signal method is also known as ANALOG.
Menu Labeling When a category or option is selected its label will have a yellow highlight. When a feature is selected, not only will its label be highlighted, but it will also “point” to the available options that appear in the right hand column. The active option will have a checkmark ( ) beside its title. (Figure 5.) Navigating the Menu System Use the CURSOR keys to navigate through the menu Categories, Features, and Options. The / cursor keys move the highlight to the left or right.
Understanding the DIR-2000’s Features Channel Category Features and Options Search Search is used to find and store in memory all active channels being received. This includes NTSC and Digital DTV channels. NightScan Search The NightScan feature automatically searches to keep the database fresh and updated with new DTV channels. This occurs at random intervals during inactive times. Please note that NightScan adds channels to the memory, it does not delete or replace existing channels.
Using the Remote Control Use this universal remote to operate your SDB, TV, VCR, and DVD. Refer to the “Quick ‘N Easy” Startup Guide for programming procedure. Since this remote control will operate several pieces of equipment, make sure you press the appropriate key to control that component. For example, to operate your VCR, press the VCR key after programming the remote control. SDB Mode Key—Press to select Sanyo Digital Box as the operating mode.
Using the Remote Control (Continued) 13 TV Mode Key—Press to select the operating mode for your TV. Must be programmed. Refer to “Quick ‘N Easy” Startup Guide. 14 DVD Mode Key—Press to select the operating mode for your DVD. Must be programmed. Refer to “Quick ‘N Easy” Startup Guide. 24 VCR/DVD Keys—Use these keys to operate your VCR and DVD. Remember the remote control must be programmed first. Rewind for DVD. Play – Fast rewinds VCR tape, and fast skip reverse – Selects play mode.
SDB Menu Operation General Menu Operation QuickTips Use the CURSOR keys to navigate through the menu Categories, Features, and Options. The / cursor keys move the highlight to the left or right. The / cursor keys move the highlight up and down. (The Up and Down keys move the highlight in a continuous loop.) The menu will disappear from the screen after approximately 30 seconds, if no keys are pressed. Press MENU key again to redisplay.
SDB Menu Operation—Picture QuickTips For Picture Aspect Ratio: The 4:3 ratio setting is the NTSC standard. The 16:9 ratio setting is a wide-screen picture image. Press the remote control RESET key to clear all customized settings and return to factory default settings. (SDB starts searching for available channels.) Picture Category The picture feature allows you to change and adjust the on-screen image by changing the aspect ratio, pix shape, and scan mode.
SDB Menu Operation—Channel Channel Category QuickTips Use this feature to automatically search and scan for available channels including NTSC and DTV channels. The Channel Category adjustable features are: Search, Scan Memory, Initial Channel, and Display Banner. Some features and options may not be available at all times depending on your current signal reception, tuner, and channel selection.
SDB Menu Operation—Channel Initial Channel QuickTips When Initial Channel is set to OFF the SDB will tune to the last channel selected when powered on. Each time the channel is changed or selected, the banner information display will appear on screen. Use the DISPLAY key to switch the Banner on/off. The SDB can be programmed to tune to your favorite channel each time it is powered on, such as your favorite news or sports channel. 1. Use the / Channel feature. 2.
SDB Menu Operation—Setup Use the setup category to set the Clock/Day, Digital Audio Output, and Menu Language features. (No settings required for System Information.) The menu setup feature and options listing will depend on the current tuner/channel selection (DTV or NTSC) and current signal reception. QuickTips To see the time of day and date, press the DISPLAY key, the banner information will appear on screen.
SDB Menu Operation—Picture Selecting the Menu Language QuickTips If you don’t recognize words in the on-screen menu, change the menu option language or press the remote control RESET key twice (personalized settings will be reset to factory defaults). All menu Categories, Features, and Options will appear in the language you choose. English is the default language. 1. Use the / 2. Press the right keys to highlight the Menu Language feature. key. 3.
Using the Channel Map QuickTips 1. Press the CH MAP key on the remote control once to display the CHannel Map page(s). 2. Use the or NTSC. / Pressing the CH Map remote key will display a blank page with category tabs only, if channel signals are not detected. When the CHannel Map page is active, only the Power, CH Map, Tuner, Enter and Cursor keys are operational. When the CHannel Map page is active, the TUNER key will switch between the tuning systems (DTV and NTSC).
(–) Sub CHannel Selection Direct Channel Selection QuickTips Changing a channel within the same tuner system, simply enter the channel number. For example DTV-to-DTV or NTSC-to-NTSC. The 0~9 Number keys are used to select channels directly within the Brief Channel Number Display entry area. DTV or NTSC channels 01 through 09 can be entered using one or two digits. To enter one hundred digit, press and hold the “1” key for about two seconds, if cable channels are available, 1–– will appear.
Selecting a Major or Minor Channel using the (–) Sub CHannel Key 1. DTV Channels may be selected by entering only the major number. If a DTV minor channel is not entered after pressing the (–) Sub CHannel key, the SDB will automatically select the lowest minor channel, -01 or -1 for the DTV major channel entered. For example, if D34-_ _ is entered, the SDB will tune to DTV Channel 34-01. 2.
V-Guide QuickTips Press the V-Guide; then press the DISPLAY key to temporarily override the restriction settings and instantly return to normal viewing. V-Guide restrictions will be restored when power is reapplied. The V-Guide feature is used to access the parental control restrictions. This Sanyo Digital Box is equipped with a V-Chip that can be programmed to block shows with content you deem as inappropriate for your children to view.
SDB Output Jacks Connection the SDB Output Connect jacks to a VCR’s A/V input jacks. VCR QuickTips SDB TV BACK A/V1 and A/V2 jacks have identical functions. Any compatible video equipment can be connect to either set of jacks. Make sure all cable connectors are fully seated on jacks. Always match cables according to the colors on the jacks. Need help? Visit our Web site at www.sanyoctv.
Closed-Captioning QuickTips If Caption Text mode is selected and no captioned text is broadcasted, a black box may appear and remain on the TV screen. Captioning is text transmitted along with the picture and sound so it can be displayed on the screen. Captioning will depend on the channel tuning system selected and the current broadcaster’s signal received. ClosedCaptioning is received only through the NTSC tuner.
Troubleshooting Before calling for assistance, please look for the condition that most closely resembles your problem in the following charts, then follow the instructions for that condition. Visit our web site at www.sanyoctv.com or call toll free 1-800-877-5032. No Picture or No sound Press the Volume key and Change Channels. Poor stereo reception Press AUDIO key. Screen is solid blue Is picture and sound ok? Yes. Maybe a blank channel (signal not being transmitting or weak) was selected. No.
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