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User Manual

VMX3-1 HD MPEG-2/4 QAM Set-Top Box

VMX3-1 HD MPEG 2/4 QAM Set-Top Box

Document History: Version 1.0

1 INTRODUCTION.............................................................................................................. 3

1.1 Important Information ..................................................................................................................................... 3

1.2 Unpacking ....................................................................................................................................................... 4

1.3 Front Panel ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

1.4 Rear Panel ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

1.5 Remote Control ............................................................................................................................................... 7

2 INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................ 8

2.1 Connecting the Set-Top Box .......................................................................................................................... 8

2.2 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................ 10

3 SYSTEM SET-UP ........................................................................................................... 12

3.1 Programming the Remote Control ............................................................................................................... 12

3.2 Changing the Menu Language ..................................................................................................................... 13

3.3 Parental Controls .......................................................................................................................................... 13

3.4 Changing the Password ............................................................................................................................... 14

3.5 Locking Channels ......................................................................................................................................... 15

3.6 Remove Channels from a Locked List ......................................................................................................... 17

3.7 Unlocking Channels ...................................................................................................................................... 18

3.8 Locking the Menu ......................................................................................................................................... 19

3.9 Unlocking the Menu...................................................................................................................................... 20

3.10 Power Save Mode......................................................................................................................................... 21

4 ADVANCED FEATURES ................................................................................................ 22

4.1 Recording a Live TV Program....................................................................................................................... 22

4.2 Electronic Program Guide ........................................................................................................................... 22

4.3 Schedule/Manage Recordings ..................................................................................................................... 23

4.4 Playing Back a Program ............................................................................................................................... 24

4.5 Email Messages from the Cable Company ................................................................................................. 25

4.6 Favorites........................................................................................................................................................ 26

Table Of Contents

VMX3-1 HD MPEG 2/4 QAM Set-Top Box

1. INTRODUCTION

This user manual is for the VMX3-1 cable set-top box. This set-top box is equipped for you to customize your settings

and place parental controls for programming that you prefer your children not view. This set-top box is SD/HD compliant,

providing you with the ability to view all content from your cable provider.

This box has been designed for ease of use and is simple to upgrade to take advantage of any advanced features we

may release in the future.

1.1 Important Information

POWER REQUIREMENTS:

100 V - 240 VAC ~ 50 Hz/60 Hz

LIQUIDS:

Take care not to spill any liquids over the receiver or splash it.

Avoid placing objects with liquids on or next to the receiver.

SMALL OBJECTS:

Avoid placing small metallic objects close to the unit. These could accidentally enter through the

ventilation slots and cause serious damage.

CLEANING:

Unplug the receiver from the mains before cleaning it.

Use a slightly damp, soft cloth (no detergent) to clean the outside of the receiver.

VENTILATION:

Place the receiver in a well-ventilated area so that the slots are not blocked in any way. Avoid

exposure to the sun or to other sources of heat.

Do not place on top of other equipment.

CONNECTIONS:

Carry out the recommended connections only to avoid any possible damage.

VMX3-1 HD MPEG 2/4 QAM Set-Top Box

1.2 Unpacking

Upon receipt inspect the box and note any damage to the box or the unit. In case of damage contact your

cable operator.

The box includes:

A. 1 - VMX3-1 Quick Start Guide

B. 1 - VMX3-1 unit

C. 1 - Remote control

D. 1 - Power adaptor

E. 2 - Batteries for the remote control

F. 1 - Composite cable

G. 1 - HDMI cable

E F

A B

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1.3 Front Panel

The VMX3-1 is designed for ease of use and offers a small foot print. The front panel features minimal buttons and

graphics.

Button Function

Navigate UP

Navigate DOWN

Turns the receiver on/off (STBY)

▲

▼

VMX3-1 HD MPEG 2/4 QAM Set-Top Box

1.4 Rear Panel

The rear panel of the cable box includes multiple options for connecting to your TV. With all options you will need to

insert the coaxial cable into the Cable In (2) plug on the back of the unit in order to receive the cable feed.

Label Function

1 Cable In Input of coaxial cable as content source

2 Loop Out Coaxial cable out for loop through to TV – connect to TV

3 Video and L/R Audio Composite cable to connect to TV

4 Spdif Coaxial Digital Audio

5 HDMI HDMI cable to connect to TV

6 LAN Ethernet port for Internet access

7 IR Extender External IR receiver

8 Power Connect to 12-V power supply

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CUSTOM Can be programmed as any other button.

VOL + Increase the volume

VOL - Decrease the volume

CH Channel up

CH Channel down

TV Press to turn TV ON/OFF

TV/AV Changes TV source

SET Program remote

1.5 Remote Control

Button Function

CBL Press to turn set-top box ON/OFF

Mute ON/OFF

AV Change set-top box HDMI resolution

CC Closed captions ON/OFF

MAIL Displays e-mail messages

AUDIO Toggles mono/stereo audio options

SUB Subtitles ON/OFF

MEDIA Displays recorded “Library”

FAV Displays “Favorites” list

INFO Displays program information

Back Return to previous menu

EPG Displays the program guide

MENU Displays the menu

EXIT Leaves the menu/program information

OK Select

VOL + Increase the volume

VOL - Decrease the volume

CH Channel up

CH Channel down

Navigation directions

0...9 Channel/password numbers

Record

Stop

Play

Fast forward

Rewind

Pause

Menu selection buttons

▲

▲▲

▲

Programmable:*

▲

*Note: These buttons can be programmed as any other button. The functions listed are suggested.

VMX3-1 HD MPEG 2/4 QAM Set-Top Box

2. INSTALLATION

2.1 Connecting the Set-Top Box

When you receive the set-top box, it will include the small VMX3-1 unit, a power cable, composite cables, an HDMI

cable, and the remote control with batteries.

We recommend that you make sure you have all necessary cables before starting the installation process.

A. Disconnect power from the TV and set-top box.

B. Plug the cable TV cable into the “Cable In.” (Figure 2.1.1)

C. Connect an external HDD to the set-top box using a USB cable (if available).

D. Connect the set-top box to your television. There are three different connection options for this:

1. HDMI cable (included) - Figure 2.1.2

2. Composite (yellow, red and white cable - included) - Figure 2.1.2

3. RF out (Coaxial cable for cable TV - not included) - Figure 2.1.2

E. Plug the power cord into the back of the set-top box (Figure 2.1.3) and plug the power supply

into your power source.

F. Reconnect power to the TV.

Figure 2.1.1 Figure 2.1.2 Figure 2.1.3

Cable TV HDMI

Video/Audio

Power Adapter

Coaxial

VMX3-1 HD MPEG 2/4 QAM Set-Top Box

G. The set-top box will start an Auto Channel Scan. This will program the channels into the box.

H. Let this continue to 100%

I. Once this Auto Channel Scan has completed, the number of detected channels will appear.

Press “OK.”

J. The set-top box is now ready for use. All detected channels should now be available for viewing.

VMX3-1 HD MPEG 2/4 QAM Set-Top Box

2.2 Troubleshooting

2.2.1 Reset to First-Time Installation

If the set-top box is not working, then the rst step is to restart the box. If this does not work, then try resetting the

box to rst-time installation. This is done by following these instructions:

A. With the TV switched ON and the set-top box switched ON, press the “MENU” button on the remote control.

This brings up the following menu:

B. Go to the “Settings” option and press “OK.” This will take you into the settings menu.

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