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Topfield CRC-1400 User Manual

Topfield CRC-1400
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TOPFIELD
CRC-1400
User Reference
High Denition
Digital Cable Receiver
Personal Video Recorder
CONAX CAS7Chipset Pairing

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Topfield CRC-1400 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTopfield
ModelCRC-1400
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety and Precautions

Electrical Safety Warnings

Warnings about electric shock and not opening the unit.

Operational Precautions

Guidelines for safe operation, placement, and maintenance.

1 Introduction

1.1 Features

Lists the main features of the digital receiver.

1.2 Controlling the Digital Receiver

1.2.1 Front Panel Controls

1.2.2 Remote Control Basics

Power and Mode Selection

Controls for power, device modes, channel/volume, and basic navigation.

Function Key Assignments

Explains the primary functions of F1, F2, F3, F4 keys.

Remote Control Advanced Functions (Part 1)

Menu, Information, and Special Function Buttons

Details functions of Menu, Guide, Exit, Teletext, VF, AR buttons.

Remote Control Advanced Functions (Part 2)

Playback, Recording, and Time-Shift Controls

Buttons for playback control, recording, and time-shift.

1.3 Subscription Card Information

2 Setup

2.1 Unpacking

Lists the items included with the digital receiver.

2.2 Safety Precautions

Important safety guidelines for connecting and using the receiver.

2.3 Rear Panel Connections

Connection Port Descriptions

Detailed explanation of each connection port on the receiver.

2.4 Connecting the Receiver

2.4.1 Connecting the Broadcasting Cable

Instructions for connecting the receiver to the cable source.

2.4.2 Connecting to Television

Connecting Audio and Composite Video

2.4.3 Connecting to Video Recorder

2.5 Initial Setup and Operation

Powering On and Remote Control Setup

Steps for the first power-on, battery insertion, and initial display.

Battery Handling Precautions

Guidelines for safe battery use, replacement, and disposal.

3 Service Search

3.1 Searching for Broadcasting Services

Steps to scan for available TV and radio channels.

3.2 Resetting Receiver Settings

Factory Reset

How to restore the receiver to its original factory default settings.

3.3 User Settings Management

Storing and Restoring User Data

Procedures for saving and retrieving user preferences and lists.

Clearing the Services List

How to delete the list of found services.

4 Preference Settings

4.1 Language Settings

How to set menu, subtitle, and audio languages.

4.1.1 Menu Language Selection

Setting the preferred language for the user interface menus.

Language Options Details

Subtitle Language Configuration

Setting primary and secondary subtitle languages.

Audio Language and Sound Modes

Configuring audio tracks and sound modes for programs.

4.2 Video and Audio Settings

High Definition and Video Resolution

Configuring video output resolution and HD compatibility.

4.2.2 Television Aspect Ratio

Colour Format and Video Device Connection

4.2.3 Colour Format Settings

Setting the colour output format for SCART connections.

4.2.4 Connecting Another Video Device

How to link the receiver to VCRs or DVD players.

4.2.5 Audio Mode and S/PDIF Output

4.3 Local Time Setting

Automatic Time Synchronization

Setting time via broadcast signal and time offset.

Manual Time Configuration

Manually setting the clock and time format.

Time Offset Table

4.4 Parental Control

Program Censorship and PIN Management

Setting censorship levels and changing the PIN code.

Menu Access Restriction

Locking specific menu options using the PIN.

4.5 Recording Options

4.6 Playback Options

4.7 On-Screen Display (OSD) Options

4.8 Front Display Settings

Photo Album and Standby Mode Options

4.9 Photo Album Slideshow Settings

Adjusting time interval and effects for photo slideshows.

4.10 Standby Mode Configuration

Setting standby display options and automatic power down.

4.11 Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) Style

5 Every Day Use

5.1 Volume Control

Adjusting audio volume and muting the sound.

5.2 Watching Television

Changing channels and navigating services.

Service Lists Management

5.2.1 Viewing the Services List

How to display and navigate the list of available TV and radio services.

5.2.2 Managing Favourite Service Lists

Selecting and organizing favorite channels.

Favourite List Editing and Program Information

Editing Favourite Lists

Adding, deleting, and organizing favorite channels and groups.

5.2.3 Viewing Program Information

Accessing detailed information about current programs.

Program Information Symbols and Track Selection

Program Information Symbols

Explains symbols for subtitles, teletext, Dolby Digital, and locks.

5.2.4 Selecting Audio Tracks

Choosing different audio tracks or sound modes for programs.

Teletext and EPG Viewing

5.2.6 Viewing Teletext

Accessing and navigating teletext pages.

5.3 Viewing Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)

Displaying and navigating the TV program schedule.

5.4 Using Time-Shift

Time-Shift Navigation and Recording

6 Organising Services

6.1 Editing Favourite Lists

Creating and managing custom lists of favorite channels.

Favourite List Management Details

6.2 On-Screen Keyboard Usage

7 Recording and Playback

7.1 Recording Programs

7.1.1 Instant Recording

How to start recording the current program immediately.

Recording Duration and Options

Managing Recordings

Stopping Recordings

Procedure to stop an ongoing recording.

7.1.2 Timer Recording

Scheduling programs for recording at specific times.

Timer Recording Setup

Managing Timer Recordings

7.1.3 Scheduling Recordings via EPG

7.1.4 Series Recording

Time-Shifted and Pay Service Recording

7.1.5 Recording a Time-Shifted Program

Recording a program while it is paused or delayed.

7.1.6 Recording a Pay Service Program

Recording premium content requiring a subscription card.

7.2 File Archive and Management

File Archive Overview

How recorded programs are stored and listed.

7.2.1 Deleting Recordings

Steps to remove recorded files from the archive.

File Archive Operations

Sorting and Locking Recordings

Organizing recordings by name, time, or size, and setting passwords.

Renaming and Folder Management

Changing recording names and creating folders for organization.

7.2.6 Moving Recordings to Folders

7.3 Playing Back Recordings

Playback Navigation and Speed Control

7.3.1 Navigating Playback Progress

Using the progress bar for seeking and jumping within recordings.

7.3.2 Slow Motion and 7.3.3 Fast Motion Playback

Controlling playback speed for slow and fast motion.

Playback Features: Bookmarks and Repetition

7.3.4 Making Bookmarks

Marking specific points in a recording for easy access.

7.3.5 Repeated Playback

Playing back recordings or parts of recordings multiple times.

Sequential and Scrambled Playback

7.3.6 Playing Back Recordings in Sequence

Playing multiple recordings one after another.

7.3.7 Playing Back Scrambled Recordings

Information on playing back recorded pay TV content.

Recording File Operations

7.4 Copying Recordings

Copying recorded files to another location.

7.5 Formatting the Hard Disk

Preparing a new hard drive for use by the receiver.

8 Entertainment

8.1 Configuring Network Settings

Setting up network connections for online features.

8.2 Copying Files Between Drives

8.3 Playing Back MP3 Files

Image and Video File Playback

8.4 Viewing Image Files and Photo Album

Moving JPG files and viewing them in the photo album.

8.5 Playing Back Video Files

How to play video files in various formats.

Supported Media Formats and YouTube

Supported Video, Photo, and Music Formats

Lists the media file types the receiver can play.

8.6 Playing Back YouTube Content

Accessing and viewing YouTube videos on the receiver.

YouTube Content Sorting and Searching

8.7 Sharing Image Files via Flickr

8.8 SHOUTcast Internet Radio

8.9 Weather Forecast

9 Firmware Update

9.1 Updating from a Memory Stick

Steps to update the receiver's firmware using a USB drive.

Firmware Update Methods

9.2 Over-the-Air (OTA) Update

Instructions for updating firmware wirelessly via the airwaves.

Appendix A: Universal Remote Control

Initial Setup and Code Entry

Steps to program the remote to control other devices.

Remote Control Configuration and Reset

Finding Device Codes and Resetting Settings

Procedures for finding device codes and restoring remote defaults.

Product Disposal Information

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