Strong SRT 8900 User Manual

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Thank you for choosing the Strong SRT 8900, the new Strong generation of HD terrestrial set-top
boxes.ThankstoitsHighDenition(HD)feature,youwillbetherstinlinetoenjoyTV in premium
quality!
Equipped with the latest HD technology, your Strong SRT 8900 is ready for the latest standard and is also
compatible with the traditional SD standard.
What is HD?
High denition television (HDTV) is a digital broadcast of television programming with signicantly
superior video and audio quality. HDTV offers higher resolution for a sharper picture with fuller, richer
colors and 16:9 wide screen presentation. An HDTV broadcast has up to 1080 lines, resulting in five
times the picture clarity vs. standard definition.
How does the HD work?
Theimagedenitionismeasuredinpixelunits.Thelargerthenumberofpixels,thebetterisqualityand
sharpness.TheHighDenitionisbasedontwonormswhichproposemuchhigherresolutions(seetable
below).Thus,whatwasblurredandfuzzywiththeSDappearstobeautomaticallysharpanddetailed
with the HD.
TV
Resolution HD
(Nb Pixel x Nb lines) Compatibility
Standard TV 720x576 No
HD Ready 1280x720p Yes
HD Ready 1920x1080i Yes
Full HD 1920x1080p Yes
What do you need to enjoy HD services?
To enjoy programmes in High Definition quality, you need:
•anHDTV
•theStrongSRT8900andanHDMIlead(notsuppliedalongwiththedecoder)
•therelevantsubscription.
Ideally you will be using a TV labeled “HD Ready” or “Full HD”. Else check with your TV retailer if your
TV set has HD features.
DiscoverthetechnologyoftomorrowwiththenewStrongHDset-topbox!
About your HD Decoder

Strong SRT 8900 Specifications

General

Brand	Strong
Model	SRT 8900
Category	Set-top boxes
Language	English