A540 PVR User Guide

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Please follow the instructions in this installation Software Updates Warnings, cautions and notes are included in the product
guide carefully in order to quickly and safely start This product is designed to evolve and as a consequence, literature to ensure your safety and the correct operation of the
it benefits from software updates provided and installed product – please adhere to them.
enjoying the benefits of digital TV. We advise
automatically by your service provider. Amino Communications
carefully reading all of the enclosed safety and Ltd. and your Service Provider reserve the right to automatically Attachments
installation instructions before using the product. update the software on the product in order to improve the Use only the supplied accessories and attachments with this
product functionality. product. Use of accessories or attachments that are not supplied
Please keep this installation guide for future or approved by the manufacturer may be unsafe, may be
reference. During software updates, the Amino A540 PVR cannot be used detrimental to the life or performance of the Amino A540 PVR
and will immediately invalidate any product warranty.
Your service provider will give you a separate User complete. The first time it is powered, it is possible that the Amino
A540 PVR will immediately start updating itself with the latest Water and Moisture
Guide that will explain how to access the services
operating software. While the software is updating it is important To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, this product, its
and features that are available through your digital accessories and attachments must not be exposed to any liquids,
TV service. will be complete after a few minutes and you will then be ready to rain or moisture. The product must not be exposed to dripping,
enjoy the full benefits of your new digital TV service. splashing or high humidity. Do not use this product in any location
where it may become in contact with any liquid or vapour.
Product Safety
Product Care
Warnings, Cautions and Notes
Throughout this manual, please pay special attention to the Servicing
following indications of potentially hazardous situations: This product contains no user serviceable parts.

Warning! The product must not be dismantled. Attempts to dismantle

Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not the product may be unsafe, may be detrimental to the life or
avoided, could result in serious injury. performance of the product and will immediately invalidate any
product warranty.
Caution!
Indicates a situation, which, if not avoided, could Servicing must only be attempted by suitably qualified service
damage the product or other devices. personnel.

Note! Cleaning
Indicates additional information to the user to make Do not spray any substance or use any polishes, thinners, abrasive
the user aware of possible problems and to help the cleaning products, liquids or aerosol products to clean the
user understand, use and maintain the product. product, its accessories or attachments.
Important Safety Instructions

• Do not install the apparatus near any heat sources such as radiators, • Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
produce heat, or where it may be exposed to direct sunlight. the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
Installation • Do not cover the apparatus. for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Read these instructions. • Do not stack electronic equipment on the top of the apparatus
Keep these instructions. or place on top of any surface that may become warm in use • Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Heed all warnings. (such as an AV amplifier)
Follow all instructions. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
Clean only with a dry cloth. • “WARNING” - “To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-
expose this apparatus to rain or moisture”. supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
• Once removed from the transit packaging, the apparatus must
be handled with care and must not be dropped, shaken or • Do not use this apparatus near water. rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
exposed to any physical shock.
• Do not expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing; no objects • No Naked flame sources, such as light candles, should be placed
filled with liquids such as vases should be placed on the apparatus. on the apparatus.
• Disconnect the apparatus from the mains before you start any
installation procedures.
• Do not pick or move the apparatus whilst it is operating. If the • Disconnect the apparatus from the wall outlet before cleaning.
product must be moved, please unplug the lead from the wall
• The apparatus is designed to be placed horizontally on a hard
socket and wait 30 seconds before moving the product. Operation
flat surface.
The apparatus and power supply will get warm to the touch when in
• The apparatus is not suitable for outdoor use. The leads and use. If the apparatus, power supply or attachments become hot to the
• Do not place the apparatus where it may be subject to physical
power-supply cord must be routed where they cannot be walked touch, immediately unplug the apparatus from the mains electricity
shock or vibration or where the product may drop, topple, slide
on, chafed, tripped over or pinched by items being placed supply and call your service provider to arrange replacement.
or shake as this may cause personal injury or irreparable damage
on or against them. Power-supply cords must not be routed
to the product, which will not be covered by the manufacturer’s Lightning Protection and Not in Use
underneath carpets or rugs where any damage could not be seen.
warranty. If lightning is expected, or the product is not going to be used for
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched a long period of time, please unplug the mains lead from the wall
• Do not stand the apparatus on a soft surface such as carpets or particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point outlet, unplug the digital TV network connection from the rear of
soft furnishings etc as these surfaces will obstruct airflow, may where they exit from the apparatus. the product and unplug the video and RF leads to the television.
cause the product to overheat and will invalidate the warranty.
• Operate the apparatus only from the type of power supply supplied Use with Plasma Displays
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with by the manufacturer and as indicated on the marking label. The When used with certain display types, such as plasma displays,
the manufacturer’s instructions. mains lead is fitted with a plug that is designed for use with the it is important that the picture is not paused for a long time
power source of the country of installation. If you are not sure of the (greater than 5 minutes) as the image displayed may then be
• Do not install the apparatus into any built-in installation such power supplied to your home, consult your local power company. ‘burned’ permanently into the screen of the display device. This
as bookcase or rack without ensuring that a minimum of 100mm
(4”) of clear space is available at the front, rear, sides and top of • The socket-outlet shall be installed near the equipment and display device. Amino Communications Ltd. will not be held liable
the product. shall be easily accessible. for damage so caused.
FRONT PANEL INCLUDED ACCESSORIES *
1 Standby /power LED 2 Playback LED Power Supply
Red = standby Green = playing
Green = On from hard disc
Flashing = IR
3 Recording LED
command received
Red = recording

The front window of the Amino A540 PVR is

protected with a clear plastic film. This should be
removed and disposed of before using the product.
1 2 3
Batteries

REAR PANEL
1 RF Modulator 6 Ethernet
Remote Control
output
7 DC power input
2 Analogue AV
8 Service button.
output
No function in normal HDMI
3 Optical S/PDIF use. Only used under Lead
output guidance from your
service provider.
4 HDMI output
Power Lead
1 2 3 8 4 5 6 7 5 USB
*
shown

1 CONNECTING YOUR STB TO THE TV

Warning!
TV TV TV
c b a (TV,VCR, AV Amplifier, etc) and disconnect from the mains electrical supply.

Choose one connection method in decreasing order of quality (high-low):

a. HDMI. Best quality (depends on supplied AV lead)
b. Analogue AV. Good quality. Via RCA or SCART (depends on supplied AV lead)
c. RF. OK quality. The RF cable must be connect directly to the TV tuner input. This connection
MUST NOT be connected to any cable distribution network, satellite dish or antennae.
 Warning!

(TV,VCR, AV Amplifier, etc) and disconnect from the mains electrical supply.

2 CONNECTING YOUR STB TO AN AV AMPLIFIER (OPTIONAL)

Connect an optical S/PDIF cable to the

S/PDIF optical output of the A540 PVR
and the S/PDF optical input of an AV
amplifier or home cinema system.

3 CONNECTING YOUR STB TO THE POWER SUPPLY

1. Connect the power supply unit to
the DC input of the STB.

2. Connect the AC cable to the power

supply unit.

3. Connect the AC plug into the mains

supply (supplied AC lead will be
regional specific. Please ensure you
have the correct AC lead for your
region. If unsure please contact
your service provider)
SPECIFICATION AMINO A540 PVR

Physical Specifications AV outputs Type DC power socket, centre positive

Weight 680g (23.9oz) The Amino 10-way mini-DIN AV connector will have been
configured to output Composite, component or S-Video as Input 5V DC, 3A
Dimensions (incl. rear 172mm (6.8”) deep, specfied by your service provider at time of manufacturer.
connectors but excl. 180mm (7.1”) wide, An appropriate lead will have been supplied. Power Less than 12W typical usage
base) (approxi) 48mm (1.9”) high
Composite Video External Power Supply Specification
Operating Temperature 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F) 10-way mini Din to RCA- yellow Type
Output 1Vp-p base
Storage Humidity 5% ~ 95% RH (non-condensing) Input 100~240V AC, 50~60Hz,0.8A Max
S-Video Type Y/C (separate luminance
RF Modulator and chrominance) Output 5V DC 3A
Output channel VHF channel 3 or 4 (US) Connector 4-pin Mini-DIN
UHF channel 21 to 68 (EU) Output 1Vp-p Weight (not including 156g (5.5oz) approx
mains cable and plug)
Component Video
TV standard PAL/NTSC
Type RGB or YPrPb
Dimensions (approx) 77mm (3.0”) long, 33mm (1.3”)
RF Output connector 75Ω F connector high 47mm (1.9”) wide
Connectors 10-way mini Din to RCA
green=Y, red=Pr, blue=Pb
Ethernet Interface Packaging Specification
or green=G, red=R, blue=B
Ethernet connector RJ-45 shielded connector Weight (approx) 1.6kg (56.44oz) including power
supply, US mains lead, Amino
Impedance 75Ω
Speed Auto sensing 10/100Mbit/s remote control and all leads.

Output 0.7Vpk-pk
Indicators Green LED - link, yellow LED - activity Dimensions (approx) 230mm (9.05”) deep, 345mm
(+0.3V synch on Y signal) (13.6”) wide, 95mm (3.74”) high
USB Interface
Type USB 2.0 Analogue Audio
Audio Connectors 10-way mini Din to RCA,
HDMI white = left channel,
Type HDMI 1.3a (excluding deep colour black = right channel
and DTS audio)
Connector Type A Output 2v RMS nominal

Digital Audio Interface Impedance 10kΩ

Type S/P-DIF optical output
Power Interface
Connector TOSLINK connector Connector DC10B 2.1mm x 5.5mm
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