Humax F2-FOX User Manual

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**1.4 Remote Control******1. SOURCE2. TV/RADIO3. NUMERICAL BUTTONS4. LIST5. BACK6. ARROW BUTTONS7. OPT+ (OPTION)8. SOUNDTRACK9. CH-/CH+ and PAGE-/PAGE

**1. SOURCE**Selects the input source between TV andsatellite receiver.**2. TV/RADIO**Switches between TV and Radio modes.**3. NUMERICAL (0~9) BUTTONS

**This chapter describes how to set up the receiver. Select the most appropriate procedure depending on yourrequirements.Note: If you encounter any pr

**3. Connecting Hi-Fi system 2**If you wish to connect S/PDIFthe optical S/PDIF terminal and Dolby digital decoder to listen digitalaudio, connect as

**When powering on your receiver for the first time after purchasing, the Installation Wizard is automaticallystarted.You can easily set-up using simp

**2. Set the LNB Frequency valuePress the OK or button to display LNB Frequency List.Select LNB Frequency using the button, and press theOK button.If

**3.4 Automatic SearchYou can automatically search for satellites according to the Antenna Setting.Please wait for finishing the Automatic Search. If

**This chapter describes functions such as switching channel, volume control, and basic features for watchingprogrammes.4.1 Switching ChannelYou can s

**4.5 Change a Audio LanguageIf the current programme is available in multiple audio languages, you can select the language that you wishto listen in.

**1. Channel number and channel name2. Programme name3. Icons**Displayed only if this programme is reserved.Represents parental level. It indicates th

**Read this manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions provided. For your safety, checkwhat the result of each action will be.Warn

**4.7 Option ListYou can view and confirm detailed information about the current channel and change the information innecessary.Note: Press the OPT+ b

**2. Lock/Unlock a Channel**You can lock or unlock the current channel while watching aprogramme.1. Press the OPT+ button.2. Select Lock using the but

**4. Channel InformationYou can display detailed information about the current channel while watching a programme.1. Press the OPT+ button.2. Select I

**4 types of channel lists are provided for easy and quick channel searching.TV The list of all TV channels with 2 sub-groups: one is sorted by channe

**5.2 Changing Channel List GroupYou can select channel list by group.1. Press the button while the channel list is displayed to view thegroup list.2.

**4. You will be prompted to enter your password. Enter yourpassword using NUMERICAL (0~9) buttons.Note:• Press the BACK or button to save the changes

**3. Lock/Unlock ChannelsYou can lock or unlock one or more channels.1. Move the cursor to the channel list using the button.2. Select your desired ch

**5. Rename a ChannelYou can change the channel name as you like.1. Move the cursor to the channel list using the button.2. Select your desired channe

**Note:• Press the BACK or button to save the changes and return to the previous menu. Press theMENU or EXIT button to exit the Menu screen.• You can

**2. Move favourite channelsYou can move favourite channel(s) to your desired location within the Favourite channel list.1. Select Favourite Group usi

**This digital satellite receiver has been manufactured to comply with international safety standards. Pleaseread the following safety precautions car

**Note: You can also change into TV or Radio channel by pressing TV/RADIO button at remotecontroller.**Select a favourite channel listYou can select y

**The Programme Guide displays programme information about each channel, based on the date and time.You can also schedule your watching using the info

**2. Viewing Programme Information Using Time BarYou can quickly search for your desired time zone using the Time bar.1. Press the GUIDE button.2. Pre

**6.2 Finding a ProgrammeYou can find your desired programme by programme name or genre easily.1. Press the GUIDE ( ) button.2. Press the Blue button

**6.3 Viewing Reserved ProgrammeYou can add or edit watching-reserved programme by viewing watching-reserved programme list.1. Press the GUIDE button.

**2. Adding Reservation1. Enter your desired channel number using the NUMERICAL (0~9)buttons. The channel name is automatically displayed by channelnu

**You can set censorship, watching time, and all other items suitable for your environment.Note:• Press the BACK or button to save the changes and ret

**View All All programmes can be watched because there is no age limitation.7 Programmes are blocked under the age of 7.12 Programmes are blocked unde

**3. Change PasswordYou can change the existing Password into new one.1. Select Change Password using the button, and press theOK or button.2. Enter N

**3. Subtitle Display**You can select whether or not to display the Subtitle if provided.1. Select Subtitle Display using the button.2. Press the OK o

**10. LOCATION**Place the receiver indoors to avoid exposing it to lightening, rain or sun.Do not place it near a radiator or heat register.Make sure

**1. Setting Current TimeYou can set the GMT Offset for current time.1. Select GMT Offset using the button.2. Press the OK or button to display GMT li

**7.4 ScheduleYou can reserve a programme to watch programme at your desired time.1. Press the MENU button.2. Select Preferences using the button, and

**2. VCR - SCART**You can set VCR-SCART Output.1. Select VCR-SCART using the button, and press the OK or button.2. Select one option among CVBS/S-Vide

**6. NTSC ModeIf TV Standard is set to NTSC, set the following mode.1. Select NTSC Mode using the button, and press the OK or button.2. Select one opt

**1. i-Plate Display Time**You can set the duration during which the Information box is to be displayed when you switch the channel.1. Select i - Plat

**This chapter describes how to search for channels and a series of procedures.8.1 Antenna SettingYou can set Antenna and LNB Information channel sear

**Satellite AlternativeYou can search and watch a programme by using the antenna headed for the selected satellite.1. Select Satellite Alternative usi

**DiSEqC InputYou can select DiSEqC switch.1. Select DiSEqC Input using the button, and press the OKor button.Select the DiSEqC Swtich using the butto

**8.2 Automatic SearchIf you select the satellite to search channel according to the Antenna Setting, you can automatically search thesatellite withou

**Channel TypeYou can search by TV or Radio channel.1. Select Channel Type using the button, and press the OKor button.2. Select one option among All,

**1. Before Using the Receiver1.1 Package Contents1.2 Front Panel1.3 Rear Panel1.4 Remote ControlGB7**GB7GB8GB9GB102. Setup2.1 Connecting the Antenna2

**8.3 Manual Search**You can search channels of the selected satellites by transponders if you know the Transponder information.1. SatelliteSelects a

**• Select Symbol Rate (ks/s) and press the OK or button toselect one Symbol Rate value from 27500/26000/22000. If yourdesired value does not exist, s

**4. Search TypeYou can determine whether or not to search channel by free.1. Select Search Type using the button, and press the OKor button.2. Select

**1. Advanced Search**You can find your desired channel by entering Video, Audio and PCR Packet ID directly In Other SearchMenu, select Advanced Searc

**2. SMATV SearchIf your receiver uses the antenna for common use, operate SMATV Search. For SMATV Search, ChannelSearch is performed by the antenna f

**FEC1. Select FEC using the button, and press the OK orbutton.2. Select one option among Auto, 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, and pressthe OK button.**Sear

**Edit TP ListYou can edit TP list to search at a time and change the setting for Transponder.1. Select Edit TP List from Multiple Manual Search, and

**1. Motor TypeYou should set the Motor Type before Motor Antenna Setting.1. Select Motor Type from Motor Antenna, and press the OKor button.2. Set LN

**2. Edit Satellite DataYou can set the position of the Satellite, which the Motor Antenna heads for, and decide whether or not to usethe satellite.1.

**3. Motor SettingYou can set Motor Antenna for Channel Search and watching.1. Select Motor Setting from Motor Antenna using thebutton, and press the

**7. Setting Preferences7.1 Parental Control7.2 Language Setting7.3 Time Setting7.4 Schedule7.5 A/V Control7.6 UHF7.7 MiscellaneousGB36**GB36GB38GB39G

**6. Confirm Signal Strength and Quality Level and fine-tune theAntenna direction.**• Select Go to Stored Position using the button.• Move the Antenna

**4. Installer MenuYou can set default setting and operation limit for Motor Antenna.1. Select Installer Menu from Motor Antenna Menu using the button

**Reset PositionYou can restore the position saved at Motor Antenna to the default setting.1. Select Reset Positions using the button.2. Press the OK

**8.6 Default SettingDefault Setting restores the receiver to the default settingsWarning: Please note that once you perform Default Setting, all data

**In order to maintain proper performance of this product, it is essential to have the most up-to-date software.The latest news and release of softwar

**1. If new software is found when powering on1. A message will be displayed to notify that new software is found.2. Select Yes and press the OK butto

**If using Automatic UpdateYou can set the product to find HUMAX software update site and update software automatically.1. Select Automatic from Softw

**Manual UpdateYou can perform Manual Update only if you know which satellite has new software and the Transponderinformation correctly.1. Select Manu

**9.2 S/W Upgrade from PC**You can connect your receiver to the PC directly and upgrade your software by transferring the new softwarefrom the PC. Fol

**You can view all system information, signal strength, and Common Interface information.1. Press the MENU button.2. Select System using the button, a

**This chapter provides detailed instructions on the product and its accessories.**1.1 Package ContentsPlease check all package contents before using

**This product provides various games for user's entertainment.1. Press the MENU button.2. Select Game using the button, and press the OK button.

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**13.1 Trouble ShootingBefore contacting your local service, please make sure following instructions. If the product does not worknormally after compl

**13.2 Error MessageError message Possible causes What to doNo or bad signal The satellite dish is not pointing at thesatellite.Signal too weak.**Sate

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**DiSEqC (Digital Satellite Equipment Control)A standard through which it is possible to let a DiSEqC compatible receiver send a signal over the RF ca

**You can get information such as a troubleshooting guide, software upgrades and product support guide fromthe following web sites and call center (Ho

**Call CenterHumax Middle East Call Center (Dubai, UAE)Tel: +971 (0)4 359 2323 (Open: 9:00 - 20:00 / close on Friday)E-mail: callcenterME@humaxdigital

**1.2 Front Panel****1. STANDBY Button**Switches between Operation and Standby modes.**2. TV/RADIO Button**Switches between TV and Radio.**3. CH - / C

**1.3 Rear Panel****1. LNB IN**Connects a satellite antenna cable.**2. RS-232C**Connects to your PC to upgrade product's software programme.**3.