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Topfield TF 520 PVRc User Manual

Topfield TF 520 PVRc
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TOPFIELD
TF 520 PVRc
User Guide
High Definition
Digital Cable Receiver
Personal Video Recorder
CONAX CAS 5 Embedded

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Topfield TF 520 PVRc Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTopfield
ModelTF 520 PVRc
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

1.1 Features

Lists the primary capabilities of the digital receiver.

1.2 Controlling the digital receiver

Explains how to operate the receiver using its controls.

1.2.1 Front panel

Details the buttons and indicators on the front of the receiver.

1.2.2 Remote control

Describes the functions of the remote control buttons.

1.3 Subscription card information

Information regarding the use of subscription cards for pay services.

Setup

2.1 Unpacking

Lists the items included with the digital receiver and how to check them.

2.2 Safety precautions

Provides essential safety instructions for operating the device.

2.3 Rear panel connections

Details the various connectors located on the back of the receiver.

2.4 Connecting up your digital receiver

Guides on how to connect the receiver to a television and other devices.

2.4.1 Connecting to the broadcasting cable

Explains how to connect the receiver to the broadcast signal source.

2.4.2 Connecting to your television set

Outlines different methods for connecting the receiver to a TV.

2.4.3 Connecting to your video recorder

Instructions for connecting the receiver to a video recorder.

2.5 Switching on for the first time

Steps for the initial power-on and setup of the receiver.

Service Search

3.1 Searching for broadcasting services

Step-by-step guide to finding available TV and radio services.

3.2 Resetting to factory settings

Procedure for restoring the receiver to its original factory configuration.

3.3 Clearing the services list

How to remove all stored service information from the receiver.

Preference Settings

4.1 Language settings

How to configure menu, subtitle, and audio language preferences.

4.1.1 Menu language

Setting the language for the receiver's on-screen menus.

4.1.2 Subtitle language

Choosing preferred languages for subtitles.

4.1.3 Hard of Hearing

Option for subtitle tracks specifically for the hearing impaired.

4.1.4 Audio language

Selecting preferred languages for audio tracks.

4.2 Video and audio settings

Adjusting video and audio output configurations for the TV.

4.2.1 High definition television

Configuring video resolution for high definition output.

4.2.2 Television aspect ratio

Setting the display aspect ratio for wide-screen or standard TVs.

4.2.3 Colour format

Options for adjusting the colour output format.

4.2.4 Another video device

Connecting and managing output to other video devices.

4.2.5 Video scaling

Adjusting picture size to fit the TV screen.

4.2.6 Audio mode

Selecting the audio output mode (stereo, mono, etc.).

4.3 Local time setting

Setting the receiver's internal clock for accurate timers.

4.4 Parental control

Features for restricting access to content based on age ratings.

4.5 Adjusting the On-Screen Display

Customizing the transparency and display properties of on-screen menus.

4.6 To enable time-shifting

Enabling the feature to pause and rewind live TV.

Every Day Use

5.1 Volume control

How to adjust the audio volume using the remote.

5.2 Watching television

Basic operations for viewing TV channels.

5.2.1 The services list

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

5.2.2 The favourite service lists

Creating and managing personalized lists of preferred channels.

5.2.3 Viewing programme information

Accessing details about current and upcoming programs.

5.2.4 Selecting audio tracks

Choosing different audio languages or sound modes for a program.

5.2.5 Selecting subtitle tracks

Selecting preferred languages for subtitles.

5.2.6 Viewing teletext

Accessing teletext services for additional information.

5.3 Viewing electronic programme guide

Using the EPG to see schedules and set recordings.

5.4 Watching multifeed programme

Viewing multiple video feeds for a single program.

5.5 Using time-shift

Detailed guide on pausing, rewinding, and replaying live TV.

5.6 Viewing in the picture-in-picture screen mode

Watching two channels simultaneously on one screen.

Organising Services

6.1 Editing the favourite lists

Creating, managing, and editing lists of favorite TV and radio services.

6.2 How to use on-screen keyboard

Instructions for navigating and using the virtual keyboard.

6.3 Transferring receiver data

Steps to transfer settings and data between receivers using RS-232.

Recording and Playback

7.1 Recording a programme

Instructions on how to record live TV programs.

7.1.1 Instant recording

How to start recording a program immediately.

7.1.2 Timer recording

Setting up scheduled recordings for future programs.

7.1.3 Scheduling recordings using the programme guide

Using the EPG to schedule recordings.

7.1.4 Recording a time-shifted programme

Recording content while it is being time-shifted.

7.1.5 Recording a pay service programme

Recording encrypted programs, potentially requiring a subscription card.

7.2 File archive

Managing recorded programs stored on the hard drive.

7.2.1 To delete a recording

Steps to remove unwanted recorded programs.

7.2.2 To sort recordings

Options for organizing recorded files by name, time, or size.

7.2.3 To lock a recording

Securing recordings to prevent unauthorized playback or deletion.

7.2.4 To rename a recording

Changing the file name of a recorded program.

7.2.5 To make a new folder

Creating new folders to organize recorded files.

7.2.6 To move a recording to another folder

Relocating recorded files into different folders.

7.3 Playing back a recording

Instructions on how to play back recorded content.

7.3.1 To navigate using the progress bar

Using the progress bar to move through recorded playback.

7.3.2 To play in slow motion

Adjusting playback speed to slow motion.

7.3.3 To play in fast motion

Adjusting playback speed to fast motion.

7.3.4 To make a bookmark

Marking specific points within a recording for easy access.

7.3.5 To play back a recording repeatedly

Setting recordings to play back continuously.

7.3.6 To play back recordings in sequence

Playing multiple recorded files one after another.

7.3.7 To play back a scrambled recording

Playing back recordings that were encrypted.

7.4 Editing a recording

Cutting or saving parts of a recorded program.

7.5 Copying a recording

Creating a duplicate of a recorded file.

7.6 MP3 playback

Playing MP3 audio files through the receiver.

7.7 Transferring recording files

Moving recorded files between the receiver and a computer via USB.

7.8 Formatting the hard disk

Preparing a new hard drive for use by the receiver.

Topfield Application Program

To run a TAP in the digital receiver

Instructions for executing custom applications (TAPs) on the receiver.

File Control Functions

Describes file management functions within the TAP interface.

Firmware Update

9.1 Checking the firmware information

How to find the current firmware version and system ID.

9.2 From your computer via USB port

Updating the receiver's firmware using a USB connection.

9.3 From your computer via RS-232 port

Updating firmware using a serial (RS-232) connection.

9.4 From another digital receiver via RS-232 port

Transferring firmware from one receiver to another via RS-232.

9.5 Over the air

Updating the receiver's firmware wirelessly via broadcast signal.

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