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Telstra T-BOX - User Manual

Telstra T-BOX
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133860 – T-Box User Guide

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Summary

All You Need to Know About Your New Telstra T-Box

KEEP SAFE

Before you set up your T-Box

Essential safety instructions before initial T-Box setup.

Before you switch your T-Box on or off

Proper procedures for powering the T-Box on and off safely.

Before you start using your T-Box

Guidelines for initial operation and handling of the T-Box.

Before you replace the remote control battery

Safety precautions for replacing remote control batteries.

Before you throw out any parts or packaging

Environmentally responsible disposal of T-Box components.

SAY HELLO TO YOUR NEW T-BOX

HERES WHAT YOU CAN LOOK FORWARD TO:

Overview of features and capabilities of the Telstra T-Box.

GIVE YOURSELF A BOX SEAT:

Initial steps and recommendations for using the T-Box.

OUT OF THE BOX AND INTO THE NEW

WHATS IN THE BOX?

List of items included in the T-Box package.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR T-BOX

Identification of the T-Box and its connected parts.

MAKING THE RIGHT CONNECTIONS

CONNECTING YOUR T-BOX TO YOUR TV

Instructions for connecting the T-Box to a television set.

SETTING YOUR TV FORMAT

Adjusting display settings to match your TV for optimal picture.

CONNECTING YOUR T-BOX TO A HOME THEATRE SYSTEM

Guide to connecting the T-Box to external audio systems.

REMOTE CONTROL AT THE READY

Information about the dedicated T-Box remote control.

PUTTING THE POWER IN YOUR HANDS

Instructions on preparing the remote control for use.

ENTERING TEXT

How to use the remote for text input via multi-tap keys.

LETS GET SET

PAIR YOUR T-BOX REMOTE CONTROL TO YOUR T-BOX

Steps to establish communication between the remote and T-Box.

SET A PARENTAL CONTROL PIN

How to set up a PIN for content restriction.

CONNECT TO THE INTERNET

Guide to establishing an internet connection for the T-Box.

MAKING YOUR CONNECTION

Options and steps for connecting the T-Box to the internet.

LET YOUR T-BOX WORK FOR YOU

THE HOME MENU

Understanding the main menu and its functions.

WATCHING WHAT YOU LIKE

How to access and watch standard TV channels.

BigPond TV

Information on accessing BigPond TV channels.

BigPond Movies

Information on renting movies from BigPond.

Foxtel on T-Box

Details on subscribing to and watching Foxtel channels.

Other Applications

Overview of available third-party applications like YouTube.

RECORDING YOUR FAVOURITE PROGRAMS

To record something now

How to record a program currently being watched.

To record something later

Scheduling recordings for future programs.

To manage and view your recordings

Viewing, organizing, and managing recorded content.

FEATURES IN MY RECORDINGS

Series Record Setup

Automatically recording all episodes of a TV series.

Reminders

How to set program reminders.

Favourites

How to mark favourite recordings.

ACCESSING BIGPOND MOVIES

BROWSE BIGPOND MOVIES

How to find and rent movies from the BigPond store.

PAYING FOR BIGPOND MOVIES

Payment options for movie rentals, including credit card and vouchers.

HOW FOXTEL ON T-BOX WORKS

Accessing the Channels

Methods to view Foxtel channels via the T-Box menu.

Foxtel- EPG and Parental PIN

Using the program guide and parental controls for Foxtel.

MANAGING YOUR SETTINGS

BigPond Movies Account Management

Managing your movies account, purchase history, and payment.

T-Box Information and Reset Options

Accessing diagnostic information and system reset procedures.

Display and Parental Control Settings

Customizing display preferences and parental restrictions.

Recording Settings Management

Adjusting pre-record and post-record times for recordings.

Video, Audio, and Channel Tuning Setup

Configuring video, audio, and TV channel tuning settings.

Internet Connection Configuration

Setting up and managing T-Box internet connections.

A FEW USEFUL BITS

LED Status Indications

Understanding the meaning of the T-Box LED indicator light.

Standby and Sleep Modes

How to use standby and sleep modes for power saving.

Software Updates

Information on automatic software updates for the T-Box.

RESET OPTIONS

Restarting Your T-Box

How to perform a simple restart of the T-Box.

Remote Control Pairing Reset

Resetting the remote control pairing process.

Full Factory Reset

Performing a complete reset of the T-Box to factory settings.

PROBLEM SOLVING

Remote Control Pairing and Connectivity Issues

Troubleshooting problems with the remote control.

T-Box Freezing Issues

Solutions for when the T-Box becomes unresponsive.

T-Box Power Issues

Troubleshooting power-related problems with the T-Box.

TROUBLE WITH BIGPOND MOVIES

Movie Download and Playback Issues

Resolving problems with downloading or playing BigPond movies.

HDCP Connection Requirements

Understanding HDCP requirements for movie playback.

TROUBLE WITH YOUR ACCOUNT

Account Activation and Service Availability

Issues with movie rental activation and service access.

Username and Password Recovery

Steps to retrieve forgotten login credentials.

Trouble Registering T-Box or Signing Up

Resolving issues during T-Box registration or movie sign-up.

TROUBLE WITH HARD DRIVE CHECKS

Hard Drive Check Completion Issues

Addressing problems during or after a hard drive check.

TROUBLE WITH THE PROGRAM GUIDE

Missing Program Guide Information

Troubleshooting issues with loading program guide data.

Free-to-Air Channel Reception Problems

Solutions for not receiving all or some free-to-air TV channels.

TROUBLE WITH MULTI-RECORDING

Multi-Recording Scenarios and Limitations

Understanding how to record multiple channels simultaneously.

TROUBLE WITH YOUR PICTURE

No Picture on TV Screen

Troubleshooting steps when the TV screen is blank.

Poor Picture Quality

Improving video quality by checking settings and cables.

Subtitle and Language Option Issues

Resolving problems with subtitle or language display.

TROUBLE WITH FOXTEL ON T-BOX

Internet Streaming Issues for Foxtel

Troubleshooting slow or interrupted Foxtel streaming.

Viewing Foxtel Channels

Ensuring eligibility and access to Foxtel channels.

THE WORKING CONDITIONS

Product Warranty Information

Details on the T-Box product warranty and claims.

Customer Service Contact

Information for contacting Telstra T-Box support.

THE LEGALS

Registered Trade Marks and Intellectual Property

Information on intellectual property rights and trademarks.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

T-Box Specifications

Key technical details about the T-Box hardware and power.

Telstra T-BOX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Video FormatsMPEG-2, MPEG-4, H.264
Audio FormatsMP3, AAC
ConnectivityEthernet, Wi-Fi
Video OutputHDMI, Composite
Audio OutputHDMI, RCA
TypeDigital Set-top Box
Resolution1080i
RecordingYes
Remote ControlInfrared (IR)