Humax DVR-9900C User Manual - Page 88

18. Glossary 18. Glossary EPG (Electronic Programme Guide) An electronic equivalent to a printed television listings magazine; it is an application used with digital set-top boxes and digital television sets to list current and scheduled programs that are or will be available on each channel, including a short summary or commentary for each program. The information supplied in the EPG is sent and updated by the channel broadcaster. ** Frequency The property of a signal measured in cycles per second (=Hz). ** OSD (On Screen Display) OSD displays the basic information necessary for the users to configure monitor or TV settings. OSD information may include brightness, contrast, tuning, RGB adjustment, and screen size and position. ** OTA (Over The Air) A standard for the transmission of software for equipment, through a broadcast system. Manufacturers reserve the right for deciding the release of the software for their products. ** SCART A 21-pin connector standard to connect two pieces of Audio-Visual equipment such as a TV and a VCR. Each device will have a 21-pin female connection; a cable with male connection at both ends is used for connecting the devices. ** Smartcard A chipcard the same size as a credit card which must be inserted into the digital receiver in order to descramble the TV signals. ** S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interface format) A standard format for the transfer of digital audio signals. It allows the transfer of digital audio between two devices without any conversion to and from analogue, which could degrade the signal quality. ** NVOD (Near Video On Demand) A technology that allows customers to view the start of popular programmes or films within a short period from the time they make their selection. This is possible as the broadcaster sends multiple copies with staggered start times. ** PVR (Personal Video Recorder) Video recorder that can record and play back programmes directly using the embedded hard disk drive(s). ** TSR (Time Shifted Recording) A function that record the present programme temporarily to support trick-play. ** HDD (Hard Disk Drive) The primary computer storage medium, which is made of one or more aluminum or glass platters, coated with a ferromagnetic material. GB 87