Philips HDT 8520 Updating your HD recorder’s software manually, Changing other system settings

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Updating your HD recorder’s software manually

You can manually update your HD recorder software using a USB memory stick.

Download the latest software file from the Philips website (www.philips.com/support), unzip it and transfer it to a USB memory stick. Be sure to place the downloaded file in the top-level folder of your USB memory stick.

Connect your USB memory stick to the USB connector on the rear panel (or on the side) of your HD recorder.

From the Settings menu, use / to highlight Set-upand press or OK.

In the Set-upmenu that appears,

use / to highlight Software update and press or OK.

Your HD recorder locates the software available on your USB memory stick and displays a confirmation message. Press the green button to install the software immediately. Press the red button to cancel and return to the previous menu. If you press the green button, your HD recorder updates the software and restarts.You may, depending on the update, then be required to complete the first installation setup (see page 11).

Restoring factory default settings From the Settings menu, use / to

highlight Set-upand press or OK. In the Set-upmenu that appears,

use / to highlight Factory reset and press OK twice.

A message appears asking you to confirm. If you are sure, press the green button, or press the red button to cancel and return to the previous menu. If you press the green button, your HD recorder restores the factory default settings and restarts.You will then be required to complete the first installation setup (see page 11).

Note

Resetting your HD recorder to the factory default settings erases all of your preferences and settings. For example, all of your favourite lists and recording timers will be erased.

Changing other system settings

From the Settings menu, use / to highlight Set-upand press or OK. The Set-upmenu appears.

To turn on or off the channel updates that automatically happen when your HD recorder is in the active-standby mode, make sure Channel installation is highlighted and press or OK. Press to highlight Automatic update and press or OK. Use / to highlight On or Off.

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Using more of your HD recorder

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Contents HDT Page Table of contents Page Safety information Missing12 V power supply unit has been designed for indoor use only Reducing power consumption Your HD recorder What’s in the box?Remote control What you also need not supplied?Overview Front Panel Front panel Rear panel Rear PanelHow to read this manual? Preparing your remote controlGetting started TipConnect the mains plug to the mains wall socket Connecting your HdtvInstalling your HD recorder Getting started You can now start using your HD recorder What if no channels are found?Using your HD recorder More about the channel banner content Using your HD recorderUsing channel lists Using the TV guideAll Radio channel list, or your favourite lists Changing current channel listUsing the Tools menu Settings OptionsInstant replay Moving through the time-shift barHigh-speed playback Slow-motion playbackScheduling recordings Buffer progress bar List of program in the buffer Time-shift bar for a paused programmeControlling playback and recording To pause playback at any moment, press pause K Watching recorded programmesRecordings menu appears Using more of your HD recorder VOL + Turn volume up/down Mute/restore sound 15 1Up from standby TV channelsFront-panel display messages Using more of your HD recorder Creating a favourite list Using the Main menuManaging favourite lists Using the Settings menu Accessing the Settings menuRenaming favourite lists Modifying/Editing favourite listsSetting your preferences Auto when audio is muted or For hearing-impairedDisplay SecondsAutomatic eco mode Default volumeDigital output Hours, 6 hours, 7 hours or 8 hours Return channelLock settings see below will not have any effect Settings menu Retuning your HD recorderUpdating your HD recorder’s software manually Use / to highlight Factory reset and press OK twiceChanging other system settings Maintenance Connecting your audio equipment System settingsOption a Optical S/PDIF connection Digital Option B Electrical S/PDIF connection DigitalGuarantee and service Technical dataStandard definition High definitionProcessor STi Reception DemodulationRepeat the programme change request to watch the programme Frequently asked questionsBatteries 2 x 1.5V type AAA/R03 Picture seems to be stretched or squashed Your remote control is not workingCheck the batteries and replace them, if necessary Your hard disk is full with protected recordings Glossary Analogue audioAspect ratio Digital audioEasyLink Lip SynchronisationPIN Code SurroundControl volume Favourite lists Create IndexChange channel, 14 Channel banner, 14 Connect Hdmi HDT 8520/05Trademarks and partner logos Trademarks and partner logos