ZeeVee ZvBox 170 Front Panel - Manual (Page 3)

ZvBox ® 170 Configuration Manual Page 3
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Configuring ZvBox ® 170
In most cases, the ZvBox® 170 can be configured using the front panel buttons. Configuration is simple,
and usually just involves setting the RF channel on which the ZvBox® will broadcast. Settings are stored
in ZvBox® and not lost on power‐down.
Component video sources connected to the ZvBox® 170 should be set for 720p output, and VGA sources
should be set for 1280 x 720 output. If ZvBox® 170 receives a 1080 signal, it will display a warning
message and the picture will appear at a very low frame rate.
Important Note: Many additional configuration settings can be accessed by connecting a PC to the
ZvBox® (via USB), and running either ZvConfig or ZvCli configuration software. You can download either
on the ZeeVee web site. The same USB connection can also be used to update the unit’s firmware.
Quick‐start
Following are instructions on how to perform the most common setting adjustment (setting the RF
channel the ZvBox® will use for broadcast) using the front panel controls.
ZvBox® 170 Front Panel
Item
Description Function
1 Status Display High‐visibility character display for setting and displaying
configuration including channel, power, and label configuration;
input selection; video output parameters; scanning/system status.
2 Next Button For scrolling between functions.
3 +/‐ Buttons For scrolling between options within a function.
4 OK Button For selecting functions and options.
Note – make sure the HDTV connected to the ZvBox® is set to Cable mode, vs. Antenna or
Over‐the‐air mode. ZvBox® broadcasts using QAM – the same standard used by cable companies.
1. Press the Next button until SET CHANNEL appears in the display
2. Press the + or – key until 7 appears
3. Press the OK button
That’s it! Your ZvBox® should now be broadcasting on RF channel 7, and can be tuned in at your HDTV
by entering 7.1. Note – sometimes a channel scan is required at the HDTV before the new channel is
recognized. The rest of this manual will help you understand how to make other settings or get helpful
information that may be useful in different scenarios.
For more advanced configuration of the ZvBox® 170, see the remainder of this guide.
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