The STRONG SRT 497S is a digital high-definition satellite TV receiver and recorder, designed to provide a comprehensive viewing and recording experience for satellite television.

Function Description:

The SRT 497S serves as a satellite receiver capable of tuning into DVB-S2X signals, allowing users to watch high-definition satellite television channels. Beyond live viewing, it also functions as a recorder, enabling users to record their favorite programs. The device supports various installation configurations, including USALS motorized systems and DiSEqC 1.2 systems, offering flexibility for different satellite dish setups. It includes features for channel management, electronic program guide (EPG), and parental control, ensuring a user-friendly and secure viewing environment. The receiver also supports USB connectivity for upgrades and backups, and network connectivity for potential internet-based features or channel list downloads.

Important Technical Specifications:

Satellite Input: 950-2150MHz, DC 13/18V 500mA Max (SAT IN).
RF Output: UHF 21-69 (RF OUT).
Video Output: HDMI, AV (Jack to RCA).
Audio Output: S/PDIF.
Connectivity: USB (for upgrades, backups, and potentially media playback), Ethernet (for network connection), CA (Conditional Access) slot.
Power Input: DC 12V 1.2A.
Video Decoding: HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding) support, indicating compatibility with newer compression standards for high-definition content.
Audio Decoding: DOLBY AUDIO support.
DVB Standard: DVB-S2X.
LNB Types Supported: Single, OCS, Universal, SaTCR.
LNB Frequencies: 9750-10600 / 9750-10750.
DiSEqC Support: DiSEqC 1.0, DiSEqC 1.1, DiSEqC 1.2, USALS.
Video Resolutions: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p, 576i.
TV Systems: PAL, NTSC, Auto.
Aspect Modes: Auto, 4.3 LetterBox, 4.3 PanScan, 16:9.
OSD Transparency: Adjustable from 10% to 100%.
OSD Timeout: Adjustable from 1 to 10 seconds, or On.

Usage Features:

Installation Guide: The receiver comes with a first-time installation guide that helps users set up preferred menu language, HDMI output resolution, screen size, and internet connection (Ethernet or Wi-Fi). It also facilitates automatic or manual channel list downloads.
Satellite Management: Users can easily add or delete satellites, and configure motorized systems (USALS and DiSEqC 1.2) by entering local longitude and latitude coordinates. Signal quality indicators assist in optimal dish alignment.
Channel Scanning: Supports Auto Scan, Blind Scan, and Manual Scan modes to find TV and radio channels. Users can filter scans by FTA (Free-To-Air) only, network search, and polarity.
Channel Manager: A comprehensive channel management system allows users to edit channel names, change Video/Audio/PCR PIDs, move channels, lock channels with a password, skip unwanted channels, delete channels, and organize channels into favorite groups (Movies, News, Music, Sports, Child, Educate, Social, Culture, etc.). The default password for channel management is 0000.
Channel Selection: Channels can be selected by entering the channel number directly or by browsing the channel list using the OK button and navigating with arrow keys.
Electronic Program Guide (EPG): Provides a detailed electronic program guide for up to 7 days, allowing users to view program information and set timers for recording.
EPG Timer: Enables program reservation based on EPG information, allowing scheduled recordings.
Conditional Access: Features include "Watching Level Set" for content restriction, "Password Modify" to change the default PIN (000000), "Product Accredit Info" for system details, and "Email" for system messages, with options to delete individual or all emails.
Language Settings: Allows selection of menu language, first audio, second audio, subtitle language, and teletext language.
AV Setting: Configurable options for TV system (PAL/NTSC/Auto), video resolution (up to 1080p), aspect mode, video effects, RF system, RF channel, recall set, and audio output type (BS Out/LPCM Out).
Time Setting: Users can set local time, GMT usage (On/Off), GMT offset, and summer time.
Parental Lock: Provides options to lock the channel manager menu and individual channels, and to set/confirm a new password.
OSD Setting: Allows customization of subtitle display, OSD timeout duration, and OSD transparency.

Maintenance Features:

USB Upgrade: Supports system upgrades via USB. Users can select different upgrade modes (All Code, Main code, User DB) and choose the appropriate upgrade file from a USB memory stick.
USB Backup: Enables backing up current channel data (User DB) or preset satellite lists (Preset) to a USB memory stick.
Troubleshooting Guide: The manual includes a section to help users resolve common issues such as:
- No signal on HDTV (checking HDMI cable, input selection, antenna connection, tuner parameters).
- Cannot connect to network (checking network cable, Wi-Fi connection, security key, IP address settings).
- HDTV not displaying the entire picture (adjusting screen ratio on HDTV).
- Remote control not working (checking battery condition, ensuring no obstructions between remote and receiver, distance from receiver).
- No picture or sound (checking audio/video output connections, MUTE button, TV power).

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