These System Setup options let you set the following:
◆Picture Settings – to see and change the Sky digibox picture format, second location picture format if using a tvLINK or similar device, video output type, contrast level, timeout for the Search & Scan banner and set Message Alert to ON or OFF. (For further information about using Message Alert, refer to the Message Alert section on page 31.) Select ‘Save New Settings’ to confirm any changes or press back up to cancel.
◆Sound Settings – to see and change the type of sound output and standard volume level and to turn background music on or off. You can also turn the ‘beep’ on or off. Select ‘Save New Settings’ to confirm any changes or press back up to cancel.
◆Language & Subtitles – to see and change the preferred audio language, turn on the audio description and to turn subtitles on or off, where available. Some programmes offer a choice of language and/or subtitles. Select ‘Save New Settings’ to confirm any changes or press back up to cancel.
You can easily reset the settings for your Sky digibox to the standard settings. Press the ‘Reset’ (red) key when viewing the Picture Settings, Sound Settings and/or Language & Subtitles screens. Select ‘Save New Settings’ to confirm any changes you make or press back up to cancel.
◆Add Channels – add Other Channels to your Sky Guide. This feature is discussed in more detail on the following pages.
◆System Details – to see details of your Sky digibox, including your Sky digibox model number, manufacturer and your Sky Viewing Card number.
◆SignalTest – to test the quality of the signal your Sky digibox is receiving from the satellite via your satellite dish.
◆System Test – to check that your Sky digibox is properly connected to your telephone line.
The System Details, Signal Test and System Test can be useful if you ever have to call for technical help or repairs to your Sky digibox.
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