STRONG SRT 8213 Digital Terrestrial HD Receiver

1.0 Introduction

1.1 Safety Instructions

Do not install the receiver in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces, on top of or below other appliances, or on surfaces that could obstruct ventilation openings.

Avoid exposing the receiver or accessories to direct sunlight, heat-generating equipment, rain, intense humidity, strong vibrations, or impacts. Do not use damaged power cables. Do not touch power cables with wet hands. Unplug the receiver during long periods of non-use. Clean only with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap solution after disconnecting power. Ensure no foreign objects enter ventilation holes. Do not place objects on the receiver that could impede cooling.

Safety Precautions: Do not open the receiver casing, as this voids the warranty. Internal components carry high voltage. For service, contact qualified personnel. Disconnect power before connecting cables. Wait a few seconds before moving or disconnecting equipment. Use only approved extension cords compatible with the appliance's power consumption. Ensure the power supply voltage matches the receiver's specifications.

If the receiver does not function correctly, consult your retailer.

1.2 Packaging

The receiver and accessories are packed to protect against mechanical shock and humidity. Check all parts upon unpacking and keep packaging away from children. Repack the original packaging for returns or warranty service.

1.3 Device Setup

Professional installation is recommended. If proceeding yourself, consult your TV and antenna manuals. Ensure HDMI cables and external components are in good condition. Use a well-shielded SCART cable if applicable. This manual provides complete installation and usage instructions. Symbols used:

• ATTENTION: Indicates a warning.
• NOTE: Provides additional important information.
• MENU (Bold text): Represents a button on the remote or receiver.
• Spostarsi su (Italic text): Represents a menu item within a window.

1.4 Accessories

• Installation Instructions
• 1x Remote Control
• 2x AAA Batteries
• 1x 12V, 1A Power Adapter (1.5m cable)

ATTENTION: Batteries should not be recharged, disassembled, short-circuited, or mixed with other battery types. Rechargeable batteries (e.g., NiMH) are recommended for longer remote control life.

1.5 Using External USB Storage Devices

USB 2.0 or higher storage devices are recommended for optimal performance. STRONG cannot guarantee compatibility with all USB storage devices. It is advisable not to store important information on the USB device used with the receiver. Always back up files before use. STRONG is not responsible for data loss.

2.0 Your Receiver

2.1 Default PIN: 1234

2.2 Front Panel

1. Indicator Light: RED indicates STANDBY mode.

2.3 Side Panel

1. USB: For connecting your USB device.

2.4 Rear Panel

1. IR Sensor: Point the remote control towards this sensor.
2. ANT IN: Antenna connection for digital terrestrial signals.
3. TV SCART: Connect to TV via SCART cable.
4. S/PDIF Coaxial: Connect to a digital audio amplifier.
5. HDMI: Connect directly to TV or via a Home Cinema system.
6. ETHERNET: Connect via RJ-45 cable for RSS feeds and weather forecasts.
7. Power Input: Requires 220-240V AC, 50/60 Hz. Verify local specifications match the receiver's before connecting to the power outlet.

2.5 Remote Control

Diagram Description (Fig. 4): The remote control features buttons for Power (q), Mute (!), Number pad (0-9), FAV (Favorite channels), Navigation (p, q, t, u), INFO, EPG, MENU, OK, Playback controls (II, K, ), and colored buttons (ROSSO, VERDE, GIALLO, BLU).

Button Functions:

• q (Power): Switches between On and Standby.
• ! (Mute): Mutes the audio output.
• 0-9: Selects channels or enters values.
• FAV: Accesses the favorite channel list.
• 9 (Back/Return): Returns to the previous menu or previously viewed channel.
• INFO: Displays current channel information; press twice for technical details; press thrice for signal information.
• EPG: Shows the Electronic Programme Guide.
• p / q (Channel Up/Down): Navigates to the next/previous channel.
• t / u (Volume Up/Down / Menu Navigation): Adjusts volume or navigates menus.
• OK: Confirms selections or opens channel list.
• MENU: Accesses the main menu.
• II (Pause): Pauses playback.
• K / (Rewind/Fast Forward): Fast forwards or rewinds playback.
• (Record): Starts recording the current program.
• (Multimedia): Accesses the multimedia menu.
• (Skip): Skips during multimedia playback.
• (Stop): Stops playback.
• Colored Buttons: Perform specific functions within menus.

Note: Availability of subtitles, Teletext, EPG, and audio tracks depends on the broadcaster.

2.6 Battery Installation

Diagram Description (Fig. 5): Shows opening the remote's battery cover, inserting two AAA batteries with correct polarity, and closing the cover.

2.7 Remote Control Usage

Diagram Description (Fig. 6): Illustrates the recommended usage range and angle for the remote control.

Point the remote towards the receiver. Optimal range is approximately 5 meters with a 30-degree angle. Obstacles, direct sunlight, or intense light sources may affect performance.

3.0 Connections

3.1 Antenna Connection

Diagram Description (Fig. 7): Shows an antenna connected via a coaxial cable to the receiver's ANT IN port.

Connect your indoor or outdoor antenna to the ANT IN port on the rear of the receiver. Use well-shielded antenna cables and appropriate connectors. If the signal is weak, consider an external antenna. If using an active antenna, enable 'Antenna Power' in the Installation menu.

3.2 TV Connection via HDMI

Diagram Description (Fig. 7): Shows the receiver connected to a TV via an HDMI cable.

Connect the receiver to your TV using a high-quality HDMI cable for the best possible video quality.

3.3 TV Connection via SCART

Diagram Description (Fig. 7): Shows the receiver connected to a TV via a SCART cable.

The receiver also has a SCART connector for connecting to your TV.

3.4 Connecting a USB Storage Device

Diagram Description (Fig. 7): Shows a USB device connected to the receiver's USB port.

This port supports USB devices like flash drives or HDDs with a maximum current draw of 500 mA. USB 2.0 or higher is recommended for HD video playback.

3.5 Ethernet Connection

Diagram Description (Fig. 8): Shows the receiver connected to a router via an Ethernet cable.

Connect the receiver to your router using a CAT5E (or higher) Ethernet cable for RSS feeds and weather information.

3.6 Power Adapter Connection

Diagram Description (Fig. 8): Shows the power adapter connecting the receiver to a wall socket.

After making all connections, connect the receiver to the mains power. Ensure the main switch on the rear panel is set to ON.

3.7 Additional Connections

Diagram Description (Fig. 9): Shows the receiver connected to an audio amplifier via S/PDIF.

Connect to a digital audio amplifier or home cinema system via S/PDIF for high-quality stereo or multi-channel audio. Alternatively, use stereo audio jacks for analog amplifiers.

4.0 First Power On

Upon first use, a 'Preferred Language' menu appears. Use the navigation keys [Up/Down] to select your preferred menu language and press the GREEN button to confirm. The receiver will then guide you through the initial setup:

• Region: Select your region. This affects channel sorting. Choosing 'Germany' sorts German channels below 200. 'Italy' and 'France' use LCN (Logical Channel Numbering), which depends on the operator and cannot be modified. Selecting 'Other' allows manual sorting.
• Subtitle Language: Enable or disable subtitles.
• Aspect Ratio: Set to 4:3 or 16:9 for your TV.
• Scan Mode: Choose 'All' to scan for clear and scrambled channels, or 'Free-To-Air' for clear channels only.
• Connection: Select the connection type used (HDMI or SCART).

Antenna Adjustment: Use the signal strength and quality indicators to optimize antenna positioning. After settings are complete, press GREEN to start the channel search. If no programs are found, re-check antenna, cables, and connections. If issues persist, reset the receiver and repeat the guided setup.

NOTE: If the initial setup does not appear, perform a factory reset via MENU > Installation > Factory Reset (PIN: 1234).

5.0 Quick Guide to Using the Receiver

To turn the receiver on or put it in Standby, use the Power button (q) on the remote. Select channels using the [Up/Down] keys (pq) or by entering the channel number (0-9). Press OK to view the channel list. Adjust volume using the volume keys [Up/Down] (t u).

6.0 Operation

6.1 Changing Channels

Channels can be changed in four ways:

• Direct input using the 0-9 keys.
• Via the channel list by pressing OK or [Page Up/Down] (P+/P-).
• Using the [Up/Down] navigation keys (pq).

6.1.1 Direct Channel Access

Enter the channel number (up to 4 digits). The receiver will switch automatically, or press OK for immediate selection.

6.1.2 Channel List

Press OK to display the channel list. Use [Up/Down] (pq) to navigate and OK to select. [Page Up/Down] (P+/P-) can also be used to scroll through the list. Press [Left/Right] (t u) or FAV to access favorite lists.

6.1.3 Using [Up/Down] Keys

p: Moves to the next channel.

q: Moves to the previous channel.

6.2 Info Banner

Press INFO during playback to view current channel and event information. Press INFO twice for technical channel details.

6.3 Audio Language Selection

Press AUDIO to select available audio tracks or languages. Use [Up/Down] (pq) to navigate the list and OK to confirm. Stereo, mono, left, or right audio can be selected using [Up/Down] (t u).

6.4 Teletext

Press TEXT to access Teletext. Use 0-9 to search pages, [Up/Down] (pq) to navigate pages, and [Left/Right] (t u) for subpages. Press [Back/Return] (9) or TEXT to exit.

6.5 Subtitles

Press SUB to view available subtitle languages. Select a language using [Up/Down] (pq) and press OK to confirm. Press [Back/Return] () to exit without saving. Subtitle availability depends on the broadcaster.

6.6 EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)

Press EPG to access the EPG. Use [Up/Down] (pq) to select channels and [Up/Down] (t u) to select events. Press OK for event details. Use ROSSO or VERDE buttons to view other days, and GIALLO to set a timer for an event.

6.7 Playback

Access recorded content from the 'Records' folder on your USB device. Use [Up/Down] (u) to navigate. Functions include selecting recorded events (pq), starting playback (OK), stopping playback (3), and managing/deleting recordings (ROSSO button).

7.0 Main Menu

Access the main menu by pressing MENU. Navigate using [Up/Down] (pq) and [Left/Right] (t u) keys. Use [Back/Return] (9) to go back and [Exit] () to close the menu.

7.1 Channel Management

Navigate to Installation, then select sub-menus using [Up/Down] (pq) and OK.

7.1.1 Manual Scan

Search for channels by frequency or number. Select 'Scan Mode' (Free-To-Air or All) and 'Search'. Use [Up/Down] (pq) to select channel number or frequency.

7.1.2 Automatic Scan

Scans all available channels. This may erase existing favorite lists. Select 'Scan Mode' and 'Search' to begin.

7.1.3 Information

Displays receiver software/hardware version and channel signal information.

7.1.4 Factory Reset

Resets the receiver to factory defaults, erasing all channels. Navigate to 'Factory Reset' in the Installation menu, enter the PIN (1234), and confirm. Use [Back/Return] () to exit.

ATTENTION: Factory reset permanently deletes all saved settings.

7.2 Channel and Information Management

Navigate to 'Channels' in the main menu. Use [Up/Down] (pq) to select options and OK to confirm.

7.2.1 TV Manager

Create favorite lists, move, delete, and lock channels with a PIN.

7.2.1.1 Adding Channels to Favorites

Select 'Favorite', choose a group (max 4), and add channels. To remove a channel, select it and press OK.

NOTE: Favorite channel order cannot be changed. Start with desired channels. Press [Right Arrow] () to finalize. Favorites are marked with 'v'. Confirm save.

7.2.1.2 Moving Channels in TV List

The LCN (Logical Channel Numbering) order is operator-defined and usually cannot be changed. If 'Italy' was selected during initial setup, LCN is active. To modify channel order, perform a Factory Reset and re-scan with a different country selected. To move channels, select 'Move', choose channels using [Up/Down] (pq), and position them using ROSSO 'Move'. Select 'Up' or 'Down' to save.

7.2.1.3 Channel Lock

Protect channels with a PIN. Select 'Lock', choose channels using [Up/Down] (pq), and press OK. To unlock, select the channel and press OK.

7.2.1.4 Deleting Channels

Permanently delete channels. Select 'Delete', choose channels using [Up/Down] (pq), and confirm. Press [Back/Return] (9) to exit and confirm deletion.

7.2.2 Radio Manager

Similar to TV Manager, for creating favorite radio channel lists, moving, locking, and deleting.

7.3 Settings

Navigate to Settings using [Up/Down] (t u) and select sub-menus using [Up/Down] (pq) and OK.

7.3.1 Language

Set Menu Language, Primary Audio Language, Secondary Audio Language, Subtitle Type (Normal/Ipoudenti), Subtitle Language (Primary/Secondary).

7.3.2 Output Settings

Match receiver output to your TV or Home Cinema system.

• HDMI Resolution: Auto or manual settings (576i to 1080p).
• Aspect Ratio: 4:3 or 16:9.
• Aspect Conversion: PanScan, Letterbox, Combined, or None.
• OSD Transparency: Adjust menu transparency.
• Banner Info Permanence: Set duration for info banners (3-10 seconds).

Audio Output Settings

• HDMI Audio Output: PCM (stereo) or Bitstream (Dolby Digital/Plus).
• SPDIF Audio Output: PCM (stereo) or Bitstream (Dolby Digital).
• Audio Description: Enable for descriptive audio tracks (if available).
• AD Volume Offset: Adjust Audio Description volume.

7.3.3 General Settings

• Auto Standby: Set receiver to automatically enter standby after a period of inactivity (1-6 hours, default 3 hours).
• Auto Channel Update: Automatically scans for new channels when in standby.

7.3.4 Control Panel

Protect menus and channels with a PIN. Set Menu Lock, Channel Lock, and Parental Lock (Off, Block All, or age-based blocking).

7.3.5 Set Time

Set system time. Options for Auto (via broadcaster) or Manual. Adjust GMT Offset and Daylight Saving time.

7.3.6 Timer

Set up to 10 scheduled events for automatic power-on or recording. Configure Timer Status (Once, Daily, Weekly), Action (Booking/Recording), Channel, Start Date/Time, and Duration.

7.4 Multimedia

Access Film, Music, and Photo playback from a connected USB device. Use navigation keys [Up/Down] (pq) and OK to enter menus and select files. Use playback controls for playback.

7.4.1 Multimedia Player

Play various file formats. For films, use ROSSO for subtitle settings, VERDE to jump, GIALLO to hide info banners, and BLU for audio options. For music and photos, navigate folders and select files.

7.4.2 Device Settings

View USB device information. Safely remove USB devices using the ROSSO 'Secure Removal' option. Format USB devices (requires PIN). ATTENTION: Formatting erases all data.

NOTE: USB devices formatted in NTFS can be used.

7.5 Network

Connect to your router via Ethernet. Check Internet settings in 'IP Settings'. DHCP is enabled by default for automatic configuration. Manual IP configuration is also available.

7.5.1 IP Settings

Configure or verify internet connection. DHCP is ON by default. Select 'Configure' and press OK to verify connection.

7.5.2 RSS Feed

Browse RSS feeds for news. Add, delete, or modify RSS links.

7.5.3 Weather

Check weather forecasts for your region. Select cities to view details.

7.6 USB Update

Update the receiver's software via USB. Download the firmware from www.strong.tv, place it on a USB drive, and follow on-screen prompts. ATTENTION: Do not remove power during the update process. Channel lists and favorites will be erased.

8.0 Troubleshooting

9.0 Technical Specifications

• Tuner: IEC60169-2, Female, 75 Ohm. Frequency: VHF 174-230 MHz, UHF 474-790 MHz. Signal Level: DVB-T2 -70 to -25 dBm. Antenna Power: 5V DC, max 50 mA.
• Demodulator: QPSK, 16/64/128/256 QAM. DVB-T2 (EN 302 755). Transmission Modes: Normal & Extended. Guard Intervals: DVB-T2 = 1/128, 1/32, 1/16, 19/256, 1/8, 19/128, 1/4.
• Video Decoder: Resolution: 576i, 576p, 720p, 1080i, 1080p. Decoding: MPEG 2/4 H.264/H.265 (HEVC) - HD/PAL. Aspect Ratio: 4:3 & 16:9. Image Ratio: Pan & Scan, Letterbox, Combined.
• Audio Decoder: MPEG-4 Profile Level 4. Audio Support: Dolby Digital Plus*/AC3+/PCM. Sampling Frequency: 32, 44.1, 48 kHz. Audio Modes: Stereo, Mono.
• Multimedia: Video Playback: MPEG, MKV, MPEG-4*. Audio Playback: MP3, FLAC, OGG*. Image Display: BMP, JPG*.
• Connectors: IR Sensor, ANT IN (IEC Female), TV SCART (CVBS, Audio L&R), S/PDIF (Coaxial), HDMI, Ethernet. USB 2.0 Port: 5V/500mA (max.).
• General Data: Power Supply: AC 100-240V ~ 50/60 Hz. Consumption: 7W (typ.), 12W (max). Standby Consumption: max 1.0W. Operating Temp: 0°C to +40°C. Storage Temp: -10°C to +50°C. Operating Humidity: 10-85% RH (non-condensing). Dimensions (LxPxA): 175 x 55 x 42 mm. Weight: 0.13 kg.

10.0 User Information

This product complies with relevant EU directives regarding hazardous substances and waste disposal. The crossed-out wheelie bin symbol indicates that the product must be collected separately at the end of its life. Dispose of electronic waste at designated collection centers or return it to the retailer when purchasing a new equivalent product. Proper disposal helps prevent negative environmental and health effects and promotes recycling. Improper disposal may result in administrative sanctions.

End-of-Life Treatment: This symbol indicates the product is not normal household waste and should be taken to an appropriate collection point for electrical and electronic equipment recycling. This helps protect the environment and conserve natural resources.