S8200

User Guide

Works only with a

Satellite Dish
Welcome
Thank you for choosing this Dish TV Freeview Satellite Digital Set Top Box.
You will be able to receive all Freeview Satellite digital TV and radio
channels as well as MyFreeviewPlus® bringing the most popular shows from
On Demand and Live TV together all free from subscriptions.

iManual
A digital and up to date version of the Manual is built into your unit, we
update the iManual frequently so that you get the latest information.

To access the iManual press the HELP button on the remote.

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Contents

About your Set Top Box.........................................................................................

Main Features ................................................................................................. 6
What’s in the Box?........................................................................................... 6

Product Overview..................................................................................................
Front and Back View....................................................................................... 7
Remote Control............................................................................................... 8

Connecting Up.....................................................................................................9
Getting Started....................................................................................................10
Main Features.......................................................................................................
Changing the Channel .................................................................................. 12
Information Banner........................................................................................... 12
Service and Carrier Details............................................................................. 12
Quick Selection...............................................................................................13
TV / Radio Mode............................................................................................... 14
Watch Recorded Programmes.....................................................................14
Web Remote..................................................................................................... 15
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Apps...................................................................................................................
TVNZ On Demand...........................................................................................15
Audio Descriptions............................................................................................ 16
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Subtitles.............................................................................................................
Device Streaming...........................................................................................17
Dish TV Smartphone App................................................................................ 18

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Electronic Programme Guide (EPG)...................................................................

Recording................................................................................................................
Recording via the Freeview EPG..................................................................20
Pause and Rewind live TV (Time Shifting)...................................................... 21
Instant Record................................................................................................... 22
View Recorded Shows...................................................................................... 23
Editing Recordings..........................................................................................24

FreeviewPlus™.....................................................................................................25
Main Menu..........................................................................................................31

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Frequently Asked Questions.............................................................................52
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Placing your Unit....................................................................................................
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Technical Specifications........................................................................................
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Quick Troubleshooting...........................................................................................
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Front Pannel Display Info .....................................................................................
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Support Information................................................................................................
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Warranty Information..............................................................................................

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About Your Set Top Box

Features

• MyFreeviewPlus
• Built-in WiFi
• Built in 1 TB Hard Drive (approx. 500 hours recording)
• Apps for online streaming entertainment.
• Pause, Rewind & Record Live TV
• Series Linking (record an entire season)
• Automatic Updates via Network
• View iManual On Screen

What’s in the box?

• 1x S8200 Unit with Power Pack

• 1x Remote Control
• 2x AAA Batteries
• AV Lead
• 1x Quick User Guide

Some items missing?

Please contact the retailer or
store you purchased this from.

Need a Replacement Remote?

Visit our website to get your
replacement remote, AV Lead.
You can also purchase a HDMI
cable and other accessories.

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Product Overview

Front View 3

1 2 4
1. Standby Button 3. Signal/Power/Standby Indicator
Switches on/off the receiver Orange: Signal Lock
2. LED Display Green: Power
Displays channel number, menu. Red: Standby
4. Menu buttons
Access Menu, volume, channel.
Back View
1 2 7 9 12

3 4 5 6 8 10 11
1. LNB IN (Loop In) 6. HDMI Output
Input for loop cable 7. Coaxial
2. LNB IN (FROM DISH) Digital Audio output.
Cable in from the Satellite Dish 8. AV Video Out
3. LNB OUT Yellow connection to non HD TV.
Output to another STB 9. Audio L and R
4. LNB OUT (Loop Out) 10. Ethernet Port
Output for loop cable For Wired Internet connection.
5. USB 11. DC 12V IN
Media Playback/ Firmware Connect power supply.
upgrade. 12. WiFi Antenna

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Remote Control

Program Info Power

Favorite
Numeric Keys

User Manual Audio Track Selection

Freeview EPG Library List

Main Menu

Volume Channel

OK/Select Navigation Keys

Mute Exit

Interactive Keys
Back / Return
Play/Pause
Rewind
Forward
Stop
Instant Record
Pause

Record Forward Skip

Rewind Skip

Settings TV / Radio Mode

Apps

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Connecting Up

Connecting to the Satellite Dish

Connect the cable from your
satellite dish to the SAT IN socket in
the back of your receiver.

The supplied loop cable allows you

to use the 2nd tuner to record more
than one show at a time,

Connecting to your TV

Connecting using a HDMI Cable HD Ready TV

Connect one end of the HDMI cable
into the HDMI socket on the back of
the receiver, then connect the other
end to the HDMI input sockets on your
HD Ready TV.

Connecting using an AV Cable

If your TV doesn’t have HD
compatibility, you can connect the
receiver using the supplied AV Cable, Connect your supplied AV
using the Red, White and Yellow Cable into the correct Red,
sockets on both your TV and receiver. White and Yellow sockets.

Please note if you are using an AV

connection then it is not possible to
view programs in High Definition.

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Getting Started

Step 1
Install batteries in the remote control
Open the battery cover of the remote
control and put two AAA size batteries
so the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks on the batteries
match the ‘+’ and ‘-’ marks inside the
remote control. Replace the battery
cover.

Step 2
Plug in and switch on
Plug the AC adapter into the wall
socket and switch on, then switch your
TV on and select the correct video input
(i.e. HDMI1 or AV)

The Receiver will take some time for it to

boot up as part of the initial installation.

Step 3
First time installation screen
The welcome screen should appear on
your TV.

Select your Region to begin the quick

setup proccess.

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Installation Setup

1. Choose your Internet connection

type by selecting either Wireless
(if you have a wireless router) or
Wired (if you have a Ethernet cable
connected)

If you have no access to the

Internet, simply press the green
button to skip and begin scanning
for Freeview channels. You can
always setup internet connectivity
later on if you wish.

2. Wait for the unit to scan for all

available channels, the amount
of channels vary between areas
which may take a few minutes to
tune in.

If you need to stop the tuning

process at any time, press the red
button.

No Channels?
Check for the following:
• Using a Dish, not an aerial?
• Dish aligned properly?
• Transmission Issues in your area?

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Main Features

Your receiver comes packed full of great features which you can use right away,
this section will tell you the basic functions of the receiver so that you can get used
to it.

Changing the channel

Use your remote to quickly change
the channel, you can use either the
numeric pad on the top half of the
remote or you can use the + CH -
button.

Press the BACK button to view the

previous channel selected.

Info Banner
When you change the channel, the
Info Banner will display on the top right
of your screen. This will tell you what
channel you are on and what the
current programme is.

Extended Service Information

Pressing the INFO button twice will
display the technical information
about the channel; including the signal
strength.

This is very useful when you want to

provide a support tech with additional
information

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Quick Select
This will allow you to select other
channels or view its schedule while
allowing you to view the current
channel.

1. Press OK on your remote.

2. Use the ▼▲ keys to select a

channel.

3. Press OK to view that channel.

Quick Select - Guide

You can also view a 7 Day schedule of
any channel without interrupting the
current channel, this is very handy if you
want to view what’s on TV later on in
the day.
Quick Select - Sort, Group, Search
1. With the Quick Select menu open: You can change the way channels can
be viewed in the Quick Select menu as
2. Use the ▼▲ keys to select a well as toggling between TV and Radio
channel channels.

3. To view its schedule press ▶ to Pressing the RED button will allow you
access the 7 Day guide. You need to sort the order of the channels, keep
to scroll down to see the schedule pressing the button to your preferred
of programs. order.

Once you have finished you can Pressing the GREEN button will allow
press EXIT or BACK if you want to you to toggle between Radio and TV
view another channel. channels.

Pressing the Yellow button will allow you

to search for a channel. Use the ◀ ▶
and OK keys to search for a particular
channel.

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TV / Radio Mode
You can access either TV or Radio
channels by simply pressing the TV /
Radio button.

Radio Channels are audio only and

to preserve the screen from image
burning, a blank screen will appear
while audio is being played. You can
still access the Menu and Info options
on your remote and this will wake the
screen up.

There is no separate Freeview EPG

listings for radio programmes, you will
find them by pressing the EPG button,
Quick Select and the info banner in
both TV and radio mode.

Watch Recorded Programmes

To playback recorded programmes the
Video Library shows all your recordings.
Here you can view, edit and delete
content. You will also be able to see
how much space is left on the hard
drive.

Press the Library button to load the

Video Library. More info on Page 47.

Playback Recording
Select your show you wish to play and
press OK.

The show will play from the beginning or

it will ask if you wish to continue from the
last played position.

To stop playback and return to the

video library, press the BACK button.

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Apps
Your online entertainment can be found
in the apps portal, here you can access
catch up services, games and more*.

Simply press the Apps button on the

remote and choose your service.

*Apps may be added or removed at any time, all decisions

about apps are made by the broadcaster themselves and
not by Dish TV

TVNZ On Demand
In the apps portal you can access TVNZ
On Demand, which you can view the
latest TV series and selected movies that
have or will be screening on TV One or
TV2.

This service is free and available only

within NZ however before you can use
TVNZ On Demand , you will need to
register for an account which is simple
and easy, you can do this at tvnz.co.nz/
register then head to the app on the
S8200.

1. The email address field will be

highlighted in white, press the OK
button on your remote to enable
the on screen keyboard, use the
arrow keys and OK button to type
your email in, then toggle down to 3. TVNZ On Demand will load and you
the CONFIRM button on the bottom can begin browsing.
right corner to move onto the
password.
At this stage, 3NOW and Maori TV
2. Repeat the same. Once all your On demand require no login. We will
details are in, press the LOGIN update this info if any of the apps are
button on screen. added, removed or updated.

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Audio Descriptions
Audio Descriptions are helpful for those
who are visually impaired, Audio
Descriptions narrate the programme
so that you can understand what is
happening in a scene.

Audio Descriptions are only available

on TV One and TV2 and with selected
programmes only with the icon in
the Freeview EPG.

1. Press Audio twice on the remote to

activate Audio Description.

2. Audio Description will now begin.

To turn off the feature, press the Audio

Subtitles
This feature is for those who are Hearing
Impaired.

1. Press the Subtitles button twice on the

remote to activate Subtitles.

2. Wait until the subtitle notification is

gone for the subtitles to turn on.

To turn off the subtitles, press the

Subtitles button twice.

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Device Streaming
Stream the current live channel from the S8200 to any HTSP media playback
device on your local network. Handy if you want another feed in another room.
Plus it works on any device that has the suitable HTSP streaming app such as VLC,
Kodi, VLC for iPad etc...

How to stream the channel on a device:

(Generic Instructions)

1. Please check that your S8200 and

Smart Device is connected to the
same modem / WiFi network.

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2. Note down the S8200 IP address,
to do this press the button on your
remote and the address will appear
in white under Network Status.
Will this use data?
No, the stream is made within
3. Open up your app or software. your local network and not the
(depending on your device) internet so you will not use up any

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of your data.
4. Enter in the IP Address in the
appropriate field and the port
number :8080 and load. It may
take a few seconds for the feed to
appear on your device. What does the router do?
The Wireless modem acts as a
bridge so that the S8200 and
5. Subtitles and Audio Descriptions are HTSP streaming device can
also available to use, just configure communicate with each other.
it in the app’s settings.

Further HTML streaming guides are on our website.

We have specific software guides to help you stream live channels to your device
on our website, this includes using VLC on a PC, Kodi, and iPad / Tablet apps.

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Dish TV App
A great companion to the satBox is the official satbox/aerialbox app on your
Android or iOS device. View the latest listings on each channel, control the unit
with the app remote, stream the current channel to a media sharing app.

Getting Started

1. Download the app from the

Google Play Storen or the Apple
App just search "aerialBox/satBox"

2. Allow the app to search for your

satBox to pair. Press the device
when the search has completed.
Set to Always if prompted. (If you
get a "Device not found error,
manually enter in the IP address -
To find the IP Address go to page
17)

3. The Home Screen will give you

access to a range of features,
explore and enjoy!

We are always open to suggestions

and feedback, let us know by writing
a review or contacting our support
agents.

*Android App requires Android 3.0 and up to be installed.

**iOS App requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
For the app to work, your smartphone and satBox must be connected to the same local
network.

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Freeview EPG

The Freeview EPG allows you to view

detailed programme information on
your favorite channels for up to 8 Days.
You can also view what’s on now/next
and switch to another channel.

Launching the Freeview EPG

1. Press the Guide button.

2. Wait for the guide to load.

3. You will have the EPG viewed with

the current channels listings.

Navigating Around

Use the ▼▲ keys to scroll up and down

on the channel’s schedule.

Use the ◀▶ keys to view the other

channel schedules.

Press the YELLOW Button to view next

weeks listings e.g. Its a Monday today
and you want to look at next Monday’s
schedule.

Press the BLUE button to view the

schedule for the next day.

Press the Guide button to view

what’s currently on now/next on all
channels.

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Looking to Record?
You can find out how to record from the
Freeview EPG on Page 20

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 Record the shows you love with MyFreeview
The satBox S8200 comes with a 1TB built-in Hard Drive allowing you to record just
over 500 hours of shows. You can record series and one off episodes from a press
of a button. And don’t forget the OnDemand apps are there in case you forget to

1 Book 2 Set 3 Play

record!

Book from the Freeview EPG

1. Press the Guide button on your

remote and wait for the guide
to pop up, this may take a few
seconds.

2. Select a show you wish to book for

record then press the Red button.

3. A prompt will appear asking you if

you would like to record the while
series, press the Yellow button to
confirm or Blue to only record the
single episode. Sometimes there is
only one episode and that will be
booked without a prompt.

4. A [R] will indicate that the show is

booked once. [S] will indicate that
the show will be series linked until
the end of the season.

5. To cancel the bookings, simply

go to the booked show and press
the Red button to confirm the
cancellation of the record booking.

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Pause and Rewind live TV (Time shifting)
With the aerialBox S8200 you can pause
live TV and rewind back to a point that
you missed, so the schedule suits you.

1. Make sure that you have the

correct Time shifting options set in
the Main Menu you can find out
more about this on Page 35.

2. If you would like to pause the

channel in the event of a phone
call or you have to leave the room
simply press the Pause button on
your remote. The channel will now
record until you catch up with the
live schedule. To make sure the
recorder stops recording press the
STOP button on the remote and
confirm if you would like to save or
discard the recorded section.

3. You can also rewind live TV to at

least 3 hours or since the time you
switched to the channel whichever
is first. Simply use the Rewind / Fast
forward buttons to seek. Restrictions:
Timeshifitng may take a few seconds
Press the Stop button to return back to arrange recording. Recording
to live TV and discard any recorded takes priority over time shifts, if the
content. tuner is needed for a recording the
time shift will be saved at that point
into the library so you can still get the
previously time shifted content.

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 Instant Record
If you would like to make a one off
recording on the current programme
you can use instant record to record to
the end of the show.

1. Press the Record (•) button at any

time you would to record the rest of
the programme on the current live
channel.

2. You will be asked to confirm the

recording duration of the show,
the default is to stop recording at
the end of the current programme
otherwise you can enter in a
specified duration, Press OK to
confirm.

3. To stop the recording, press the Stop

button and confirm if you would
like to save the show or discard. All
recordings will be saved to the Hard
Drive accessed via Library.

Record 2 channels while watching another. REC2

The S8200 comes with twin tuners which enable multiple recordings and
playback without causing too much issues.

Due to the nature of frequencies and channel groups, during times where
you are recording two channels on different channel groups will cause others

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to not be made available to watch, You can watch recorded programmes
or use an APP at any time however.

Where do I find my recorded shows?

Head to Page 14 or 24 to learn how to access the
recorded programmes and scheduled booking lists.

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View your Recorded Shows
Library
Find all your collections of recorded
shows and imported files in the media
library. Simply press the LIB (Library)
button on your remote.

Series / Episode View

Press the Blue button to sort the
recordings to series or episode view.
Series View allows you to group the
series together instead of individual
episodes, simply select a series to open
up the list of episodes recorded.

1. Play a show
Select a show you wish to play,
press OK and the show will play.
Use Remote Controls to control
playback.

2. Delete a show
Select a show you wish to delete,
press the RED button and confirm if
you wish to delete the show.

3. Select Multiple Shows

Highlight over the show and press
the GREEN button, this will show a
small tick. Repeat for more shows.
You can press the Red button
delete all selected shows.

4. Options

You can Filter, Sort, Rename,

Lock, Bookmark edit and view the
recording property’s of a show.

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 Editing Recordings

You can edit out certain parts of a

program which is handy if you want to
create seamless viewing.

1. Once you have selected your

program and accessed the
Recording Edit from the options
menu the program will play in its
real-time.

2. Using the Fast Forward and Rewind

buttons on your remote you can
change the where the Red ▼
marker will set the start of your A
Mark. Use the Pause button to stop
on that point.

3. Press the RED button to mark pointer

A.

4. Press Play and mark where you

want put the B mark press RED to
add end mark.

5. You will notice your selected marker

line in yellow, if you want to mark
another scene at the same time
you can do so by following the
same process, once you are happy
with your markers you can press the
OK button to delete that section
from the recording.

6. Your recording will now be edited

and saved and you can return to
the Library to view that program

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 A better way to TV! With FreeviewPlus™
The smartest way to enjoy TV bringing the most popular shows from On Demand
and Live TV together.

•Switch easily between Live TV & On Demand

•8-days forward & 8-days catch up TV Guide
•Easily find & discover On Demand/Live TV shows
•Reminders notify you when your show is starting

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•Personalise FreeviewPlus™ with Your Favourites ENHANCED CATCHUP
•Plus all the Freeview|HD channels TV GUIDE ON DEMAND

For more information What do I do first

visit freeviewplus.co.nz or talk to one Make sure the unit is connected
of us at freeviewforum.co.nz we can to the internet via Ethernet or
help you with your FreeviewPlus™ WiFi, if you have not done this yet
enquires / issues. then go to Page 40 to connect

Launching FreeviewPlus™
A prompt will appear on the top left
corner of your screen,

When the prompt appears, press the

Red Button on your remote to launch
the Mini Guide. Or if you wish to go
directly to the Catch Up App press the
Green Button.
This banner will appear
when there are catchup
The FreeviewPlus™ banner will look services are available.
different on certain channels, that is This usually indicates
that there is an app
because some channels do not have associated to the
any catch up service, the images on channel.
the right show what the banners will This banner will appear
look like on certain channels and what when there are no
catchup services.
this means. However you can still
use the enhanced guide
by pressing the red
button

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 Mini Guide
The mini guide enables you to browse
through listings for the next 8 days
while watching the current channel
uninterrupted. To open the mini guide
press the red button at any time when
watching any channel on Freeview.

View Featured,
Full Guide
Favourites Movies , TV

Real-Time Duration

Catchup Guide Go to Featured Previous Day Next Day

View the last 8 Shows, Movies and Access and choose
days of catch More plus adjust an On Demand
up TV from the any settings for App to watch
guide. FreeviewPlus. online TV.

View Show Synopsis

Press the OK button on a show you
wish to view more information on,
from here you can choose to watch
the programme (If it’s on live TV right
now), Book the show to record, add the
programme to your favourites or set a
reminder.

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 Full Guide
The full guide enables you browse
through more channel listings for the
next 8 days, to view the full guide, open
up the Mini Guide by pressing the Red
button, press the Red button again to
highlight the left side options and select
the two “Expand” arrows to open.

Selected show synopsis live TV preview

Scroll through the Previous Day Next Day

channel listings Press the button
to hide the Full Access more of
using the ▼▲ Guide and return to FreeviewPlus via the
keys on your your viewing. 3 menu’s on the left
remote.
of the mini guide

Mini View Featured,

Guide Favourites Movies , TV

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 Set a Reminder

1. Press OK on a show within the

FreeviewPlus™ guide that you
would like to set a reminder.

2. Highlight and select then confirm

when you will be notified before the
show starts, the max is 5 minutes.

3. An icon in the guide will appear to

let you know it’s set.

Favorite a Show

Set show favourites and build up a

collection of TV series or movies which
you can easily catch up on.

1. To set a favorite, find a show in the

FreeviewPlus Guide and press OK to
view it’s synopsis

2. Highlight the Heart icon and press

OK to add the show as a favorite.

3. To view a list of your saved

favourites, return to back to either
the Full or Mini Guide, Press Red so
that the side options are selected.

4. Press the heart icon and you will

have access to all your saved
favourites, you will see the
upcoming schedule on TV as well
as episodes available on demand
(If the broadcaster provides a
catchup service on Freeview Plus)

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 Catchup Guide
With FreeviewPlus you can go back
8 days on the guide and catchup on
missed content. Meaning if you forgot
something last week, you will be able
to catch up via the On Demand apps
(Currently Available on TV One, TV2,
TV3, FOUR, Maori TV and Te Reo).

To launch the catch-up guide, open up

either the Mini or Full Guide and press
the ◀ key until you are taken to the
Catch Up Guide welcome prompt.

An icon has been added to all shows

available for Catch Up, so you can see
what you can stream right now.

A buffer has been added too so you Available to watch

don't accidentally end up in the Catch On Demand
Up Guide if you've scrolled too far left.
Hold the left key to scroll quickly to land Not Available
on the Arrow then press OK to go to On Demand
Catch Up.

Once you have found a show you

would like to catchup on simply select
the show (OK) then select WATCH NOW

You can also record the series next time

it appears on live TV, book the show
as a favorite, or use the ► key to look
at a tailored list of the same series of
episodes you can watch on-demand
as well.

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 Featured, TV, Movies
FreeviewPlus also delivers a range
of content which you can quickly
access and discover throughout the
FreeviewPlus channels.

To launch simply open up the Mini or

Full Guides, press the Red button to
navigate to the Menu, then select
the Hamburger Icon ( 3 bars) to open
up the Features, TV, Movies and On-
demand List.

Here you can find a range of shows that

are available On-demand and through
the live TV schedule which you can
watch or make bookings to record.

Browse through TV genres, or Movies

using your remote control, you can also
complete a search result.

The Search Feature can be used to

find specific shows to book, watch or
mark as a favorite, results will appear
automatically as you type in keywords.

FreeviewPlus Settings
Adjust some for the settings for
FreeviewPlus such as Reminders, Alerts,
Mini Guide and User Data cache.

You may also find out more information

about how to use FreeviewPlus by going
to the Question Mark icon on the far
right of the screen.

FreeviewPlus info can be found on

Freeview's website at freeviewplus.co.nz

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Main Menu

To access the S8200 Main Menu, simply press the Menu button on your remote, the
menu has been designed so you can still see what’s happening on screen.

Use the ◀ ▶ keys to choose a Menu category then ▼▲ to select a sub menu item.

Settings.........................................................................................................
OSD (On Screen Display)..............................................................................................32
Audio...............................................................................................................................
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Video................................................................................................................................
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Admin..............................................................................................................................
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Application...................................................................................................................35
PVR Settings...................................................................................................................35

Installation.....................................................................................................
Satellite Scan..................................................................................................................36
Blind Scan......................................................................................................................38
Factory Reset................................................................................................................39
Network Setup................................................................................................................ 40
iManual............................................................................................................................
41
System Info.....................................................................................................................41

Software Upgrade..........................................................................................
Manual Update............................................................................................................42
Schedule Update..........................................................................................................43

Media Manager.............................................................................................
USB....................................................................................................................44
Media Sharing.................................................................................................45
Media Info......................................................................................................... 46
Library................................................................................................................47
Schedule............................................................................................................. 48
Manual Timer..................................................................................................... 48
File Transfer......................................................................................................... 49

Channel Organiser.............................................................................................50

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Settings

OSD (On Screen Display)

Change the way the on screen menus
appear which includes the theme and
banner position.

Info Banner Timeout

Adjust how long you want the banner
to appear on screen before it’s hidden,
you can set it up to 15 secs or leave it
on.

Theme Selection
Choose the color of the theme to either
Green or Fuschia.

Press the GREEN button to save the

changes.

Audio
Adjust the audio output selection, audio
descriptions and the preferred audio for
your receiver.

SPDIF Output Mode

Use either Compressed or
uncompressed digital audio.

HDMI output Mode

PCM - Standard Stereo Sound
AC3 - Dolby Digital when available.
Auto- Switch audio outputs when
needed.

Audio Description
Switch this on to enable the Audio
Description feature on / off.

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Settings

Video
Adjust the video settings of the receiver
to your preference.

Resolution
Change the resolution of the video
output to your TV, adjust these if you
experience any issues with the screen,
you can set up to 1080p 60Hz.

Aspect Ratio
Change how the screen fits depending Aspect Ratios
on your TV, the default setting is 16:9 for Below are the different types of
wide screen TVs, older conventional TVs ratios you can set the S8200 unit
will use a 4:3 aspect ratio. too for your TV.

Scaling Method
This is option is available for standard AV 16:9
cable connection only and allows you For HDTV or
change how the upscale is used. flat panel wide
screen TV sets.
Subtitles
Turn this on if you want to use the on 4:3
screen subtitles, you will then need to For older CRT
TVs (Box TVs)
activate the subtitles via the remote
(Page 16)

Video Output Mode

Change what type of output you use,
we recommend you leave this alone
unless you understand and require the
manual change.

If you change this incorrectly then you

will loose your screen as your video
source such as your TV will not be able
to recognize the video output.

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Settings

Admin
To access the Admin panel, enter in
your 4 digit PIN code.

Auto Shutdown
Set a countdown timer to tell the S8200
when to shut down, specify a time in
which you would like this to happen, or
leave it off.

Time Mode
Let the S8200 receiver retrieve the
time via the Satellite (Optus D1) or the
internet.
Front Display when LPM is OFF
Low Power Mode (LPM) in standby
Turn this on if you would like to conserve
power when the unit is not on, Having
the LPM on will cause the unit to take a
little longer to boot up (About 1 minute) Front Display when LPM is ON

Parental Rating
Turn this on if you would like to limit
the S8200 based on the current rating
across all the channels, select either G,
PG or AO to set the minimum restriction
on programmes with the linked rating,
the channel will be locked until your 4
digit PIN code is entered.

Change Password
Change your password to a custom PIN.

MHEG Preferences
Please leave this at ENG.

LCN
Turn this off if you wish to change the
channel order instead of the Freeview
provided channel numbering.

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Settings

Application PVR Settings

Live Streaming Start Offset
Stream the current live channel on the Change the time before the scheduled
S8200 to any HTML streaming device recording starts to ensure the start of
on your local network such as an iPad the show is recorded.
with VLC, Kodi, VLC PC and Mac. Live
streaming carries Subtitles and Audio End Offset
Descriptions. More info on Page 17. Change the time after the scheduled
show ends to ensure the end of the
DMR (DLNA Sharing) show is recorded, by default this is set at
Turn this on to enable local media 5 minutes but for live shows or sporting
sharing on your local network to and events you may wish to extended
from the S8200. You can cast files from this in-case the show goes over the
your computer to the S8200. For more scheduled time.
on how to do this go to Page 44.
Time Shift Duration
Set the maximum time for a show to
time-shift (Live Pause - Rewind)

Time Shift
Turn this on to activate live pause, when
you pause live TV you will be able to
resume where you left off.

Auto Time Shift

Enable to turn on live rewind.

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Installation

Satellite Scan
Satellite Scan allows you to make
some changes to the current satellite
configuration such as adding, scanning,
editing satellites. Viewing Transponders
and adding or removing them as well
as adjusting the LNB set up.

Scanning the Satellite

If you need to re-tune your satBox, use
this option, this will restore the channels
you have lost using the carriers already
on pre-configred with the receiver.

1. Highlight the Satellite you wish to

scan.
2. Press the GREEN button to confirm
the scan, select what services
you would like (FTA is Free To Air
Channels)
3. Please wait for the scan to process
and complete.

The scan above only works in some

circumstances, if channels have moved
carriers please use the Blind Scan option
found on Page X.

Transponder Edit
Add, remove or edit the carriers
available on the satellite.

Press the Red Button to open the TP List.

Press the Blue Button to add/edit the

carrier you have currently highlighted.

Press the Green Button to scan that

particular TP.

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LNB Setup
You can adjust a few settings on the
LNB to ensure you have configured your
satellite setup correctly.

• LNB Type
Specify the type of LNB you are
using to receive the selected
satellite, use the left and right keys
to toggle through the LNB Types
and Frequency.

• 22 kHz
Toggle this on if the selected
satellite is passing through the 22kHz
port on the switch.

• DiSEqC
If your system uses a multi-switch or
a motorised control then toggle the
correct setting.

• Tone Burst, Positioner

• Power
Leave this on if this unit is the
primary connected to the satellite
dish directly.

Add a Satellite
Press the Blue button to add a satellite
from scratch. Use the on screen options
to help you set the signal up.

You can delete your own satellite

entries however you are unable to
alter or affect any of the pre-loaded
satellites.

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Installation

Blind Scan
Blind Scan allows you to tune in all
available frequencies on the selected
satellite, this is the most easiest way of
scanning for other channels you don't
have the carrier details for.

1. Select your satellite you would like

to scan for.

2. Specify the start and end

frequencies.

3. Set the polarization you wish to

search for, you can set to both.

4. Set the search type, you can

choose between All, Free To Air or
Scrambled (Pay TV) channels.

5. Once the settings have been

configured, press the green button
to begin the blind scan, if you need
to adjust the LNB frequency or any
of the switches press the Yellow
button to open the LNB Setup.

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Installation

Factory Reset
In the unlikely event that the unit has
issues or you are having a hard time A Factory Reset will wipe away all
trying to use the S8200 unit, then a settings except recorded shows
Factory Reset should be able to correct on the Hard Drive.
any issues.

1. Press Menu > Installation then

Factory Reset
2. Confirm that you would like to
complete a Factory Reset.
3. Enter in your PIN number (default is
0000)
4. Wait a few minutes for the unit to
reset back to the default settings.
You will then be asked to go
through the initial set up again.

Country Set Up
Set your region so that the satBox can
deliver you the correct channels for
your region,

Use the Left and Right keys to choose

your region.

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Installation

Network Setup
Connecting to the Internet allows you
to use a range of features such as
FreeviewPlus, DLNA Media Sharing,
Live streaming, Apps and automatic
software upgrades. You can connect
using two methods, via an Ethernet
cable (Wired Connection) or through
the built-in WiFi for a wireless internet
connection.

1. Press Menu > Installation then

Network Setup.

Wired Connection

1. Plug in the Ethernet cable into the

back of the S8200 receiver. Make
sure that the other end is plugged
into your router.

2. Press the Green Button to switch on

and confirm the wired connection
settings, change DNS settings if
required.

Wireless Connection

1. Find your Network in the list and

press the Yellow button to connect.

2. If your network has a password,

a box will pop up for you to enter
in your network password so that
you can connect to your Wireless
Modem. When finished Press the
Yellow Button to save and then
connect.

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Installation

3. A successful connection will have

a tick within your network name to
indicate that you can now use the
internet.
4. If you wish to change IP, DNS
settings press the Blue button.

iManual
An updated version of the manual is
available on the S8200 unit, the IManual
is easy to navigate and is updated
often.

The Manual is easy to operate and

navigating consist of using the following
keys.

◀ ▶ Flick between pages (If required)

▼▲ Flick between topics on left.
OK - Select or access topic contents
BACK - Go back a page.

If you need help please let us know.

System Info
Find out if you have the latest software
or check the allocated IDs and
hardware versions via the System Info
page. This is very handy information for
the tech support to find out more about
your unit. If you are receiving help via
email or via the forums, taking a screen-
shot will help with troubleshooting

You can find out the what version of

the software is installed and whether
network is working properly.

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Software Upgrade

Manual Update
Check for the latest updates manually
either over the Air (Freeview Broadcast),
Internet or a USB drive.

Update over the Network

1. Toggle so that NETWORK is selected

as the update method.

2. Enter in your 4 digit PIN.

3. Please wait for the update to be

downloaded to the device then
installed, this may take up to 5
minutes.
Update over USB

1. Go to dishtv.co.nz/support/
downloads to download the
corresponding firmware package.

The file package will be a ZIP file

which will need to be extracted
and moved to a USB device that
you use to plug into the S8200 unit.

2. Plug in the USB on of the S8200

ports, either at the front or the rear.

3. A message may appear on screen

asking you about a new update,
you can proceed from there or
alternatively you can access Menu
> Manual Update then select USB
as the method.

4. Wait up to 5 minutes for the

software to download.

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Schedule Update
Let the S8200 do all the upgrading for
you. You can change how the unit
checks and installs new updates.

!
You can:

• Enable Auto Software Updates.

This will allow thew unit to check for
updates at a specified time.

• Turn on / off Boot OND search Please do not turn off the
which checks for updates when S8200 while the upgrade is in
you turn on the unit. progress as this will damage
the corrupt the firmware
• Set the SW Search Time from 4am to needed to operate the unit.
any other time.

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Media Manager

USB
Play media files from a USB device such
as a Portable Hardrive. You will be able
to play Video, Music and Photos.

1. Go to Menu > Media Manager

> USB and then plug in your USB
device into one of the ports on the
unit.

2. Your drive letter will appear in the

USB list for example. (F:) Press OK on
the USB device you would like to
obtain content from.

3. Select a category of the type of file

you would like to get for example. If
you would like to see some photos
then select PHOTO etc..

4. All folders and files of the

corresponding type will be loaded
for you to watch, press OK to open

!
them up.

You don’t need to have a specific file format on the USB drives as
the S8200 can read content just like a Smart TV or computer.

We recommend using Portable Hard Drives as USB flash sticks are

less reliable for playback.

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Media Sharing (DLNA)
You can search and play media files
using devices on your local network
such as computers and media servers.
Just make sure that your sharing device
has the correct share settings.

• Retrieve Files from the aerialBox:

1. Go to Menu > Media Manager >

Media Sharing, Allow the S8200 to
search for local devices, this may
take a few minutes. Once done
select your device.

2. Choose what type of media type

you wish to access, this can be
either Videos, Music, Photos or a
dedicated Playlists.

3. Browse through any folder structure

to access specific files, you can
open them by pressing the OK
button. The file will open and / or
play (Video or Music).

• Cast files to the aerialBox:

You can use a device such as a PC,

Tablet or Smartphone to send files
through to the S8200 to play.

The iManual will have instructions to

cast from some devices, for more
devices please consult the device

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Media Info
View all media devices such as USB
drives and configure to allow them to
work on the aerialBox S8200.

The first device you will see is the built

in 1TB hardrive. Which is the default
recording device, all of your shows will
on this hard-drive.

As you add additional USB devices, they

will be listed here, detailed information
such as how many titles and storage
space availability will be explained at
the bottom section.

You can format all devices by pressing

the Blue button, this will wipe everything
on the device and can be used again.
The format will also allow files to be
recorded onto the external device and
can work across aerialBox S8200 and
satBox S8200 units.

You can wipe the built in 1TB hard-drive

as well if the S8200 is going to a new
owner or if you would like to bulk delete
all shows and start new.

On external devices, you can safely

remove the device to avoid corrupting
the data, you do this by pressing the
Yellow button and confirm the action,
then the device can be removed
without any issues.

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Library
Find all your collections of recorded
shows and imported files in the media
library. Simply press the LIB (Library)
button on your remote.

Series / Epsiode View

Press the Blue button to sort the
recordings to series or episode view.
Series View allows you to group the
series together instead of individual
episodes, simply select a series to open
up the list of episodes recorded.

1. Play a show
Select a show you wish to play,
press OK and the show will play.
Use Remote Controls to control
playback.

2. Delete a show
Select a show you wish to delete,
press the RED button and confirm if
you wish to delete the show.

3. Select Multiple Shows

Highlight over the show and press
the GREEN button, this will show a
small tick. Repeat for more shows.
You can press the Red button
delete all selected shows.

4. Options

You can Filter, Sort, Rename,

Lock, Bookmark edit and view the
recording property’s of a show.

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Schedule
View all upcoming bookings that the
S8200 unit will record. You can see what
type of recording will be set such as
Series or Single Links.

To delete a booked show, press the RED

button and confirm the deletion.

To select multiple bookings, press the

GREEN button to mark then press the
RED Button to delete.

Press the INFO button view the synopsis

of the booked programme, you can
also change the series / single link by
pressing the GREEN button.

Manual Timer
Decide what you would like the unit to
do when you specify a date and time.

• Timer Record:

1. Press the GREEN button to add a

new timer.

2. Select Recording as the Timer Type.

3. Select a Timer Mode, Once, Daily,

Weekly, Monthly, Yearly, Weekends
or Weekdays.

4. Select a channel you wish to

record.

5. Specify the dates and the start and

end timers. Press the GREEN button
when completed.

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File Transfer
Transfer files to a USB hard drive or
import files into the Library. This is useful
if you are wanting to wipe the S8200 to
start from fresh or move files to another
S8200 or T2200 unit. The USB hard drive
will need to be a FAT32.

1. Select SATA to USB if you wish to

export from the built in HD to a USB
portable Hard Drive or USB to SATA
to import.

2. Select which files you would like to

transfer, you can select multiple at
the same time.

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Channel Organiser

Personalise your channels to your

preference, you can move, delete,
favorite, lock and skip channels. Please
be aware that some options will only
work if LCN is turned off from Settings,
see page 34 on how to do this.

• Lock
Choose a channel you wish to
lock by pressing OK then press 1.
The channel will lock and only the
4 digit PIN number will be able to
unlock the channel. You can also
multi select several channels and
lock them at once.

• Skip
Allow channels to be skipped when
channel surfing using the CH +/-
keys. Select the channel/s you want
to skip then press 2.

• Move (With LCN off)

Change the order that channels
appear in lists, Select the channel/s
you want to move then press 3,
use the ▼▲ keys to rearrange the
channel, Pres OK to confirm the
new slot.

• Delete
Remove channels you no longer
need, select the channel/s you
want to delete then press 4.

• Rename
Rename channels, select the
channel/s you want then press 6.

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• Favorites
Set channels as specific favorite
based on their genre, the Favourites
can group channels together so
you can have lists.

1. Select a channel you would like to

set a favorite to, then press 5.

2. A pop up box will appear which

will let you choose what genre the
channel belongs to, simply press the
OK button to confirm the favorite.

Use the BACK button to return back.

3. The side list will appear with the

first group of favourites, to toggle
through the favourites list press
the GREEN button until your list
appears. Press the OK button on the
channel to view.

You can add as much or as little

favorites as you want.

Don’t Forget that with

FreeviewPlus you can Favourite
a Channel. Check out the
FreeviewPlus section on how to
do this.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q. There is a message on my TV saying “No signal”

A. Low or No signal can cause this message to appear, it could be either or all of
the following:

• Faulty Set-Up i.e. Satellite Dish, LNBF

• Satellite Dish not pointing to correct satellite.
• Cables are too old or are worn.
• Poor joints in cable.
• Split into too many rooms.
• Satellite Dish blocked by objects, environment.

Q. I get pixelation on some channels

A. Please check the answer to the first question and consult a local installer.

Q. What is the default PIN code?

A. The default PIN is 0000.

Q. I am recording something but a group of channels are unavailable to watch?

A. A Freeview signal is transmitted on different frequencies. The Dish TV S8200
comes with a dual tuner which allows you to record two channels on different
frequency and watch another channel or play a recorded show. When the tuners
are both in use you will only be able to see one set of channels until one of the
other tuners are free.

Q. I am having trouble connecting to my WiFi modem

• Ensure that you are connecting to the right wireless network with the correct
password, You can have the password visible when you enter it in to ensure this
matches the one written down on your modem or a password notebook etc...

• Make sure there is a internet connection e.g. You can access Google or
YouTube on a laptop or device.

• Some modems have “client limits” where it can only allow a certain amount
of devices connected to the network, usually the default is 20+ but you may
need to access your routers settings via a browser to adjust this. Please refer to
your modem manual or Internet Service Provider on how to do this or to find
out more information.

Turn off your router and S8200 receiver and wait for 1 minute then switch them
back on before trying to connect again.

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Where should I place my unit?

Over long periods of use, the aerialBox S8200 will be warm, to keep the unit running
as smooth as possible and to avoid damaging the unit from heat we recommend
you take in the following:

• Avoid placing the unit where the sun is in direct contact, this will cause the unit
to malfunction and become slow because of overheating

• Avoid areas which are dusty or prone to collect large amounts of dust, this will
get trapped in the vents and components.

• Avoid contact with water or moisture as this will be an electrical hazard and
may cause shock.

• Do not place the unit above other electronic equipment such as Blu-Ray
Players or other set top boxes as both will become very hot.

• Keep a reasonable amount of ventilation space around the unit so it can

properly cool and allow air to run through.
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Technical Specifications

Item Specification
Tuner Frequency Range 174MHz to 858MHz

Signal Input Level -90 ~ -20dBm

IF Bandwidth 7, 8 MHz

Interface HDMI Output

RCA Composite (CVBS) video/audio output
S/PDIF audio via RCA Coaxial
RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100Mbps
2x USB 2.0 Connectors 1x front 1x rear
IR extension socket
12v DC jack input 5.5mm x 2.1mm
Wi-Fi 802.11N

Memory RAM 512MB DDR3

NAND Flash 256MB
NOR Flash 4MB

Audio / HDMI Output 576i50, 576p50, 720p50, 1080i50, 1080p50

Video Aspect Ratio 16:9, 4:3, Panscan, Letterbox
CVBS PAL
Video Decoding MPEG2, MPEG4 AVC/H.264
Audio Decoding MPEG 1, 2 & 3, AAC ,AC3

Storage 1TB 2.5” SATA3 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive

Dimensions 255mm(W) x 195mm(D) x 42mm(H)

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Quick Troubleshooting

Problem Possible Causes What to do

Main Lead unplugged/ Check that the adapt-
Power Indicator on switched off er is plugged in and
front panel not lit. switched on.

Your TV isn’t able to display the Check to see if your TV is set

No picture on TV current output format to the current source.

Go to Menu > Settings >

System Settings

Adjust the resolution to suit

the TV, sometimes HDMI ca-
bles can’t provide a 1080p
picture to your TV.

Tuning Failed or • Dish cable not plugged in Plug in the Satellite Dish
Database Empty • Satellite Dish may be cable into the top right SAT
IN socket at the back of the
misaligned
receiver.

Align the Dish to the correct

Freeview Satellite (OPTUS
D1) ensure that there are no
objects that could interrupt
the signal path.

No batteries or batteries incorrect- Insert the supplied 2x AAA

Remote Control is ly inserted into the back of the Batteries into the back of
not responding / remote the remote.
working
Batteries are flat Replace batteries with new
ones.

The Infrared receiver on the S8200 Check that there is a clear

receiver is obstructed (Front panel line of sight between the
blocked by objects) front panel and your remote
control, move objects if
necessary.
Picture is distorted The TV ratio has been incorrectly Go to Menu>Settings>Sys-
either too wide or set tem Settings and adjust the
narrow and image Aspect Ratio settings.
cuts off.

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Front Panel Display Info

The following info shows the front panel display codes and their meanings, so you
know what is happening and what action to take place or be aware of.

# Front Panel Description

Text
1 Epty No channels tuned in, please rescan
2 Menu Main Menu has been opened .
3 Load Unit is loading required software.
4 boot Unit is booting core components for use.
5 tune Unit is in Tune mode. Blind or Manual Scan.
6 OND Indicates software upgrade via the internet.
7 OTA Indicates software upgrade via Freeview Satellite.
8 USB Indicates software upgrade via USB device.
9 Play Playback of media content is currently in play.
10 Pause Playback of media content is currently paused.
11 Reco Indicates that the unit is now recording.
12 Shif Manual Timeshift or Auto Timeshift recording.
13 Inst Initial unit set up installation
14 EPG Electronic Program Guide has been opened
15 INFO Indicates when carrier information dialog appears
16 Stby System is in Active Standby mode.
17 Fd 1 Fast Forward playback in 1x speed.
18 Fd 2 Fast Forward playback in 2x speed.
19 Fd 3 Fast Forward playback in 3x speed.
20 Fd 4 Fast Forward playback in 4x speed.
21 Fd 5 Fast Forward playback in 5x speed.
22 Re 1 Rewind playback in 1x speed.
23 Re 2 Rewind playback in 2x speed.
24 Re 3 Rewind playback in 3x speed.
25 Re 4 Rewind playback in 4x speed.
26 Re 5 Rewind playback in 5x speed.
27 Apps Application Portal

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Help and Support

We provide free technical assistance to all our products during our normal business
hours. We try our best to get the issues sorted either over the phone or via email.

Contact us through either of these methods

Method Contact Details

Phone 0800 DISH TV (0800 347 488) or 07 929 4123

Fax 07 929 4122

Email [email protected]

Website www.dishtv.co.nz/contact-us/Hamilton-Office

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Warranty Information

Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This product is warranted for
any defect in materials or workmanship for one year after the original date of
purchase. This product is for normal domestic use only.
This warranty does not cover damage from misuse or neglect, accidental
damage, vermin infestation, excessive voltages such as lightening or power surges
or any modification that affects the reliability of the product.

In the unlikely event that your product fails to work normally please contact your
supplier and have your receipt of purchase on hand.

This warranty is subject to the following provisions:

• This is only valid in New Zealand.

• The product must be correctly connected and operated in accordance with

the instructions contained in the manual.

• This product must be used solely for domestic purposes only.

• The warranty will be rendered invalid if the product is resold or has been
damaged by unauthorized repair.

Warranty and Product Registration:

To assist with any product or warranty updates in the future please register your
product on our website.

1. Go to www.dishtv.co.nz

2. Click on Support and Downloads from the menu bar.

3. Click Warranty and Registration.

More information about support and warranty returns can be found on this page
and will ensure you have the right information when contacting us.

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