A.1 Glossary Of Terms - Zodiac DZR-3000FTA Manuel D'utilisation

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A.1 GLOSSARY OF TERMS

DiSEqC
Digital Satellite Equipment Control.
EPG
Electronic Program Guide. A software that enables viewers to navigate easily among the large number of
channels provided by digital technology, in order to select the service they desire.
FEC
Forward Error Correction. Correction of fault bits in the receiver signal.
LNB(Low-Noise Block converter)
The LNB is an electronic unit mounted on the satellite dish. It receiver the signals reflected by the dish and
converts them to signals that can be used by Satellite receiver.
PIN /number
Personal Identification Number. A four-digit code that is used for locking/unlocking
e.g with the parental control feature.
Parental control
A feature that allows parents to lock programs that they consider unsuitable for children. A locked channel or
program can only be unlocked with the password.
Polarization
Polarization allows several programs to be fitted into same frequency band.
The signals from a satellite are transmitted either with linear(vertical or horizontal) polarization or circular(right
or left) polarization.
RS 232
Serial data port.
SCART
A 21 pin connector is used for connection of satellite receiver, TV and VCR.
MELCHIONI s.p.a declares that this appliance is manufactured incompliance with Law Decree N.191 del
17/5/1999 published on the Official Board No.145 dated 23/6/1999
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