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Entone Digital TV User Manual

Entone Digital TV
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Entone Digital TV Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandEntone
ModelDigital TV
CategorySet-top boxes
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Remote Control Layout

Remote Control Basics

Turn Your Set Top Box or TV On or Off

How to power on/off your set-top box or TV using the remote.

Change Channels

Methods for changing TV channels using the remote control.

Adjust Volume

How to control the TV volume using the remote.

System Buttons

Explains the function of key system buttons on the remote.

How To Use This Book

Layout

Explains how instructions are paired with screen shots for clarity.

Icons

Describes icons that may be displayed based on program settings.

InfoBar Layout

Channel Name and Number

Identifies the currently tuned channel name and number displayed in the InfoBar.

Current Time

Shows the current time as displayed on the InfoBar.

Favorite List Currently In Use

Indicates which favorite channel list is active.

Program Name

Displays the name of the currently airing program.

Program Start Time, End Time and Rating

Provides start, end times, and rating for the current program.

Program Synopsis

Offers a brief summary of the current program's content.

Additional Program Details

Shows details like Live TV, DVR recording status, or closed captioning.

Director and Actor Information

Lists the director and actors associated with the current program.

Coming Up Next

Shows the start time and title of the next program on the channel.

Accessing and Using The InfoBar

Introducing The InfoBar

Explains the InfoBar as a tool for finding program information.

Go To The InfoBar

Details the different methods to display the InfoBar on screen.

Using The InfoBar

Instructions on how to navigate and utilize the InfoBar features.

The Menu Bar

Introducing The MenuBar

Overview of the MenuBar for accessing service features.

Go To The MenuBar

Steps to access the MenuBar using the remote control.

Guide

Accessing the program guide via the MenuBar.

PVR/DVR

Accessing recorded programs and scheduling events via PVR/DVR menu.

Rentals

Accessing the Video on Demand (VOD) library.

Vault/My Library

Accessing reminders, messages, and Caller ID history.

Parental Controls

Temporarily disabling or enabling all parental controls.

Settings

Accessing settings for parental controls, channels, and themes.

Favorites

Choosing, editing, or creating favorite channel lists.

Search

Searching program listings by title.

Guide Layout

Picture-in-Picture

Allows watching TV while viewing the program guide.

Info Area

Provides program details like time, rating, and description.

Favorite List

Indicates the currently active favorite channel list.

Program Listings

Displays channel numbers and program titles for each channel.

Highlight

Indicates the currently focused program listing.

Listing Date/Time

Shows the date and time for program listings.

Using the Guide for Reminders, Auto-Tune, and Recording

Setting a Reminder, Auto Tune, or Recording

Guides on setting reminders, auto-tuning, or recording programs from the guide.

Scheduling Multi-Events in the Guide

Setting a Multi-Reminder, Auto Tune, or Recording

How to schedule recurring events for reminders, auto-tuning, or recordings.

Canceling Scheduled Events

Instructions on canceling previously scheduled auto tunes, reminders, or recordings.

Managing Favorite Lists within the Guide

Guide and Favorite Lists

How to cycle through and manage favorite lists while using the Guide.

Recording Programs with PVR/DVR

Introducing PVR/DVR

Explains the functionality of Personal Video Recording (PVR) and Digital Video Recording (DVR).

Quick Recording Using PVR/DVR

Details the fastest method to start recording a program using the Record button.

Using PVR/DVR for Live TV and Playback

Pause Live TV (PLT) Functionality

Describes how to pause, rewind, and fast-forward live television.

Controlling PVR and Live TV Playback

Explains the use of playback control buttons for recorded programs or live TV.

Navigating the PVR/DVR Menu

PVR Playback Controller Overview

Explains the on-screen controller for recorded program playback.

Accessing the PVR/DVR Menu

Details how to navigate to and use the PVR/DVR menu options.

Managing Recorded Programs

Accessing and Watching Recorded Programs

Guides on how to find and play back recorded TV shows.

Securing Recorded Content: Lock and Unlock

Locking and Unlocking Recordings

Instructions on how to prevent accidental deletion of recorded programs.

Managing Recordings: Deletion and Review

Deleting a Recording

Steps to permanently remove recorded programs from the system.

Reviewing and Canceling Recording Events

How to view upcoming recording schedules and cancel them.

Scheduling and Canceling PVR/DVR Events

Scheduling and Canceling Recording Events

Guides on how to schedule new recording events or cancel existing ones.

PVR/DVR Recording History

Reviewing Your Recording History

How to view a log of recording start, completion, and deletion events.

Vault/My Library Features

Vault/My Library Overview

Introduction to storing purchased programming, reminders, and messages.

Managing Reminders

How to view and cancel created reminders and auto-tune events.

Managing Messages

Accessing and Reading Messages

How to access, read, and handle messages from your service provider.

Parental Controls Management

Introducing Parental Controls

Explains the purpose and functionality of parental controls.

Enabling and Disabling Parental Controls

How to turn parental controls on or off via the menu.

System Settings and Preferences

Introduction to Settings

Overview of how settings control your video service features.

Configuring Share Rentals Preference

Setting up default rental availability for user accounts.

Managing User Preferences

Settings for login, caller ID, channel blocking, and timeouts.

Channel Blocking Configuration

Editing Channel Blocking Preferences

How to block or unblock specific channels from the available list.

Advanced Parental Control Settings

Editing Overall Parental Controls

How to set global parental controls affecting all users.

Configuring Content and TV Ratings

Setting movie and TV ratings to block content and manage unrated programs.

User Account Management

Setting Content Ratings for Blocking

Defining content types (violence, language) to be blocked.

Managing User Accounts

Creating, editing, or deleting user accounts for family members.

User Account Configuration

Adding a New User Account

Steps to create a new user profile with custom settings.

Configuring User Account Details

Setting passwords, allowances, and PINs for user accounts.

Editing and Managing User Accounts

Editing Existing User Accounts

How to modify details like login name, password, and Caller ID for user accounts.

Master User Account and User Parental Controls

Editing the Master User Account

How to change password and PIN for the primary account.

Setting Parental Controls for User Accounts

Configuring movie and TV ratings for individual user accounts.

Favorites List Management

Introduction to Favorites

Explains the functionality of creating, editing, and choosing favorite channel lists.

Creating or Editing a Favorite List

Step-by-step guide to naming and selecting channels for a favorites list.

Managing Favorite Channels

Choosing and Saving Favorite Channels

How to select channels to add or remove from your favorite lists and save changes.

Deleting a Favorite List

Instructions on how to remove an entire list of favorite channels.

Adding/Removing Channels While Watching TV

How to quickly add or remove the current channel from a favorite list.

Program Search Functionality

Searching for Programs by Title

Explains how to search for programs by name or partial name and enter titles.

Executing and Refining Program Search

Details on choosing search type, initiating the search, and picking results.

Set Top Box Connections and Ports

Entone Hydra Set Top Box Connections

Details the ports and connections for the Entone Hydra model.

Entone Amulet Set Top Box Connections

Details the ports and connections for the Entone Amulet model.

Amino 130 Set Top Box Connections

Details the ports and connections for the Amino 130 model.

Amino 530 Set Top Box Connections

Details the ports and connections for the Amino 530 model.

Understanding Movie Ratings

MPAA Rating System Overview

Explains the MPAA rating system for movies (G, PG, R, NC-17).

Explanation of Movie Rating Categories

Details the meaning and criteria for each MPAA movie rating.

Understanding TV Ratings

TV Parental Guidelines System

Overview of TV program rating system and content descriptors.

TV Program and Content Rating Categories

Explains TV-Y, TV-Y7, TV-G, TV-PG, TV-14, TV-MA and FV, V, S, L, D ratings.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Remote Control Code Search Procedure

Steps to find the correct remote control code for your TV or device.

Troubleshooting Specific Problems

Power Cycling Your Set Top Box

Steps to resolve issues by power cycling the set-top box.

Resolving Display Issues

Troubleshooting Black, Blue, or Snowy Screens

Steps to fix display problems, likely due to TV activation or connection issues.

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