The new ?HDTV 46? combines a 46 inch panel, PVR, Dual HDTV MultiTuner for digital satellite, digital cable television, DVB-T and HDTV reception in a single unit!
TechniSat Digital GmbH will present its new Full-HD LCD television set, the ?HDTV 46?, featuring an integrated Dual MultiTuner, for the first time at the international broadcast show (IFA) 2007 in Berlin: the Dual HDTV MultiTuner allows you to receive TV and radio programmes either in HDTV quality or in SD-quality via digital satellite, digital cable and digital terrestrial paths, and also provides connections each for analogue cable, analogue terrestrial and FM radio ? without any need for an additional receiver.
The ?HDTV 46? makes your television dreams come true in a whole new dimension: elegant, top-quality aluminium design, a huge screen (46 inch or 116 cm diagonal size) tremendous depth of field and exceptionally sharp images are the key features.
The LCD TV set has a 46 inch screen size and true 1080p resolution, and provides a unique combination of innovation and design in a single unit. In addition to the reception of free-to-air TV and radio programmes, the ?HDTV 46? can receive Pay-TV and Pay-Radio programmes, as it is equipped with two CI interfaces, a SmartCard reader and the integrated CONAX decoding system. Furthermore you can also connect external equipment by means of three HDMI and two SCART sockets.
Optimum ease of operation
You no longer need to clutter up your living room with an additional digital receiver in order to enjoy the huge range of digital programmes available on your screen, the integrated Dual MultiTuner concept ensures you require only a single remote control to control three separate digital receivers combined in a single unit! After all, TechniSat wants you to relax and enjoy your television viewing with the greatest of convenience.Enjoy this luxury, and use the ?HDTV 46? to immerse yourself in the high-resolution world of future television.
A world first: ?HDTV 46? with integrated Dual HDTV MultiTuner and TWIN-Tuner Technical highlights
The Dual HDTV MultiTuner technology provided in the ?HDTV 46? combines all the possible receivers required in a single TV unit. The Dual HDTV MultiTuner allows you to receive TV and radio programmes either in HDTV quality or in SD-quality via digital satellite, digital cable and digital terrestrial paths, and also provides connections each for analogue cable, analogue terrestrial and FM radio. In addition, the ?HDTV 46? features an integrated 160 GB hard disk, and provides one-touch time-shifted television viewing.
The TWIN-Tuner concept and the integrated 160 GB hard disk of the ?HDTV 46? allow you to receive two different programmes via satellite, thus enabling you to record one programme while simultaneously viewing a different programme.
This function is of particular use if you are not the only person viewing television on this set. If, for instance, your partner wants to see a handball game, while you have other programme preferences. The TWIN-Tuner technology allows you to record your favourite programme while your partner can watch his handball game at the same time.
Timeshift
If, for example, you are viewing a television programme, and are interrupted by a telephone call, you can stop the programme simply by pressing the ?Pause? key on the remote control. The programme will now be recorded in the background, and you can resume viewing, from the point at which you stopped the programme, when you have completed the telephone call.
In addition, special editing functions of the integrated HDTV receiver enable you to remove unwanted scenes.
Pay-TV and Pay-Radio programmes
The ?HDTV 46? is already equipped with the CONAX decoding system, including an integrated SmartCard, enabling you to also receive Pay-TV and Pay-Radio programmes. The TechniSat-SmartCard supplied with the HDTV 46 allows you to receive CONAX-encrypted programmes such as the TechniSat-Radio Bouquet (15 CONAX-encrypted niche radio programmes broadcast via ASTRA at 19,2° East) and the RADIOROPA audio book channels (4 CONAX-encrypted audio book channels broadcast via ASTRA at 19,2° East) as well as the MTV unlimited Pay-TV package (6 CONAX-encrypted Pay-TV programmes broadcast via ASTRA at 19,2° East).
In addition, additional decoding systems can be used in parallel with CONAX, as the ?HDTV 46? is equipped with two Common Interface (CI) slots. This is an ideal performance feature for customers who wish to avail themselves of Pay-TV or Pay Radio from several providers. In this context the application of TechniSat?s TechniCrypt BCX CA-Modul with BetaCrypt 1 and CONAX is recommended.
DigiButler-Service ? free of charge
Naturally, the ?HD-TV 46? also comes equipped with the TechniSat DigiButler-Service, free of charge. The DigiButler-Service is the term used to describe all the added value services provided by TechniSat. These include the programme information service ?SiehFern INFO?, the programme list manager ISIPRO, the automatic software updating function TechniMatic and the installation assistant AutoInstall.
For instance, the free added value service TechniMatic allows you to update the software automatically, via satellite, cable or terrestrial signal, ensuring you have the latest version of the software available at all times. Another added value service is the ISIPRO programme list manager, which is supplied with all TechniSat digital satellite receivers. Whenever there are frequency changes, or when new programmes are made available, or existing programmes switched off, ISIPRO provides automatic updates, thus ensuring TechniSat customers never have to worry about bothersome manual reprogramming. The integrated programme information service "SiehFern INFO Plus" provides high-quality editorially enhanced programme information for more than 70 channels, up to seven days in advance, including additional video material on selected programmes.
Recording function with ?SiehFern INFO Plus?
Are your favourite programmes broadcast during the daytime, when you don?t have the time to view them? In that case the free TechniSat added value service ?SiehFern INFO Plus? provides the optimum solution:
?SiehFern INFO Plus? enables you to plan your own radio and television programmes up to seven days in advance, allowing you to record your favourite programmes during the week, so that you can view them in peace and quiet on the weekend.
Simply use the ?SiehFern INFO Plus? function to select digital TV or radio programmes with a single keystroke, and have them recorded. If, for instance, you wish to record your favourite series automatically each week, you can simply mark this programme using ?SiehFern INFO Plus?, and can set the automatic recording function conveniently with a single keystroke. An ideal feature for all those viewers who want to be certain they will not miss their favourite programmes.
Wide variety of connection options
The new LCD unit is equipped with three HDMI interfaces (including HDCP) for digital audio and video signals, as well as with two Scart connections that function as analogue inputs and outputs. A special feature of the ?HDTV 46? is that a number of different options are provided for data connections with PC?s resp. with external data carriers.
The USB 2.0 port of the ?HDTV 46? allows you to connect storage media such as USB sticks or external hard drives. Digital photographs in JPEG format or music in MP3 format can be easily exported from the hard disk to a PC.
Modern technology ? embedded in an exclusive design!
The HDTV is an LCD television set that is ready for the future, combining all reception paths in a single TV set, is certified HDready, and provides you with an integrated HDTV receiver, with the option of enjoying high definition programmes via satellite (DVB-S2).
In addition to its many technical highlights, the ?HDTV 46? is also a real focal point for your living room. The high-quality design of the ?HDTV 46? is enhanced by the contrast pane with multiple anti-reflective coating, which protects the LCD panel and provides even more brilliant colours. The modern aluminium frame is silver in colour, and coated with eloxal, surrounding the screen in a classy minimalist design. Silver highlights were also set in the design of the optionally available loudspeaker boxes. These are active loudspeaker designs, available in shelf-mounted and floor-mounted versions. The loudspeakers receive the audio signal by wireless, and can thus be positioned anywhere in the room. This allows you to create your living environment totally in accordance with your own wishes.
TechniSat ?HDTV 46? features
Reception options using the Dual HDTV MultiTuner:
?Suitable for the reception of free-to-air and encrypted digital TV and radio programmes via satellite, via cable as well as via the terrestrial path.
?Integrated HDTV receiver with TWIN-Tuner for digital satellite, digital cable or terrestrial reception.
?Suitable for the reception of radio and TV programmes analogue cable, analogue antenna and FM connections.
Decoding systems
?Ready for Pay-TV: Integrated CONAX decoding system including SmartCard reader
?Two CI slots (Common Interface) for the insertion of CI modules for additional decoding systems
?The SmartCard supplied allows you to receive CONAX-encrypted TV and radio programmes, such as for example the radio programmes of the TechniSat Radio Bouquet, the RADIOROPA audio book channels or the music programmes of the "MTV unlimited" package.
DigiButler-Service ? free of charge
?AutoInstall: installation assistant provides easy, automatic initial installation
??SiehFern INFO Plus?: editorially enhanced programme information service, provides up to seven days preview, including picture material on selected programmes
?ISIPRO: Automatic programme list updating via satellite
?TechniMatic: Automatic software update (via digital satellite, digital cable and digital terrestrial paths)
Display
?Size: 46 inch LCD television set (116cm diagonal)
?Size: 40 inch LCD television set (102cm diagonal)
?Type: TFT LCD (flat screen)
?Format: 16:9
?HDready
?resolution: 1920 x 1080 (lines x rows)
?Contrast: 2000:1
?Brightness: 500 cd/m2
?Reaction time: 8ms
?Angle of viewing: 178 degrees (horizontal and vertical)
Hard disk
?Capacity: 160 GB
Recording function
?Timeshift: time-shifted recording, while simultaneously viewing a programme
?One-touch recording control using ?SiehFern INFO Plus?
?Comprehensive cutting function allows you to edit existing recordings
Additional features
?User-friendly on screen menu (OSD) in 14 languages
?Programme slots: 6000 in Total list / 2000 in Favourites list
?Super TechniText (1000 pages memory for Teletext, HiText Level 2.5)
?Teletext sub-titles
?aTHP (=advanced TechniSat Home Platform): to ensure a fast and secure transmission of the programme information service and of the software updates, TechniSat utilises the aTHP technology, developed in-house.
Connections
?3x HDMI digital audio/video outputs with HDCP
?2 Common Interface slots
?SmartCard reader (for integrated decoding systems)
?2x IEC sockets (input for digital cable, digital terrestrial television (DVB-T), analogue cable and FM radio)
?2 F-connector sockets
?2 SCART connections
?YUV (component input) cinch
?Audio input (S-Video and Video)
?VGA
?USB 2.0 interface
?Audio output analogue L/R
?Audio output digital (Cinch)
?Audio output digital (optical)
?Sub-woofer output
Audio
?BG FM Stereo / DK Mono / NICAM audio output analogue L/R
?Dolby Digital AC3
?Adjustable headphone output
?Loudspeaker connection (2 x 15 W)
Optional accessories
?Active wireless loudspeakers (floor-mounted loudspeakers, shelf-mounted loudspeakers)
Variety of models
?HDTV 46
?Additionally available as 40?? model
Design
?The ?HDTV 46? features a silver eloxal-coated aluminium design, including a contrast pane and an integrated 160 GB hard disk (PVR), as well as optionally available loudspeakers that can be used as floor-based or shelf-mounted loudspeakers. Distribution is via the specialist retail trade.
Manufacture
?Made in Germany
TechniSat-SmartCard contained in scope of delivery:
The TechniSat-SmartCard is additionally contained in the scope of delivery and is activated to receive the TechniSat-Radio Bouquet via satellite ASTRA 19,2°Ost for 30 days.
After registration you can either activate the TechniSat-SmartCard to receive the TechniSat-Radio Bouquet for one year free of charge, or MTV unlimited for three months free of charge or RADIOROPA audio book channels for three months free of charge.
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About TechniSat:
The TechniSat group develops and produces ? in Germany ? home electronics products as well as information technology products. Exceptional technical quality, as well as contemporary design are the hallmarks of TechniSat products: digital set-top boxes (also suitable for PREMIERE), TV sets, PC cards, car radios and navigation systems, all Made in Germany. TechniSat is the market leader in Germany in the field of digital receivers for direct satellite reception, in the application of digital programmes in cable networks, as well as in the new field of digital terrestrial television (DVB-T). In addition, the TechniSat-Radio Bouquet and RADIOROPA Audio book channels provided by TechniSat make up a CONAX-encrypted Pay-Radio package that currently offers 19 high-quality radio niche channels via satellite (ASTRA 19,2° East).
The TechniSat group of companies has also established a production facility in Oborniki, close to Wraclaw in Poland since the autumn of 2006. This facility produces items exclusively for the markets in Poland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary and also for Portugal. The establishment of the TechniSat facility in Poland has enabled us to get back production demand from the Far East to a member country of the EU, a benefit also for other companies. We see this as a contribution to the concept of Made in Europe. Made in Germany is a seal of approval for products made in Germany, Made in Europe is for products made in EU member states.
Product development:
TechniSat Digital GmbH, Dresden (Saxony)
TechniSat Digital GmbH, Daun
TechniSat Force Digital, Oslo and UK
Production facilities:
TechniSat Elektronik Thüringen GmbH, Dippach (Thüringen)
TechniSat Vogtland GmbH, Schöneck (Saxony)
TechniSat Teledigital AG, Staßfurt/Magdeburg (Sachsen-Anhalt)
TechniSat Digital Sp. Z o.o., Oborniki Slaskie (Poland)
For more information, please contact:
TechniSat Digital GmbH ? Press Office ? TechniPark ? D-54550 Daun
Tel.: +49 - (0) 6592/ 712-755 ? Fax: +49 - (0) 6592/ 712-649
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