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DTA50 Digital Transport Adapter (DTA50) changes digital signals into signals
you can view on an analog cable-ready TV. With the DTA50, you can continue viewing
your favorite cable shows without having to buy a new digital TV. Use the instructions
in this guide to install the DTA50.
For more information about this product, visit our website:
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1 Power LED
Illuminates when the adapter is powered on. The LED is green
Note
: This illustration may vary from the actual product.
Front Panel
Safety and Performance Tip
Keep the top of the adapter free of all objects and electronic devices, including your TV.
Additional Items
In addition to your DTA50, the package you purchased from your service provider
contains two additional items: two hook-and-loop mounting squares and an IR Extender.
The mounting squares allow you to attach the DTA50 unit to a television. The IR Extender
allows you to place your DTA50 in an unobtrusive location, such as a cabinet, and control
your DTA50 with a remote control.
These items are packaged in the carton in which your DTA50 was shipped.
Installing the DTA50
1. Unplug all electronic devices before connecting the adapter.
2. Connect the adapter to the coaxial cable coming in from the wall.
3. Connect a coaxial cable from the adapter to your TV.
4. Slide the switch to channel 3 or channel 4 based on the channel your service provider
uses.
5. Plug the DC cord from the external power supply into the adapter.
6. Plug the adapter’s external power supply and the TV into an AC power source.
7. If you purchased an approved IR Extender from your service provider, read and follow
the installation instructions for the IR Extender. The IR Extender and its installation
instructions should be in the carton in which your DTA50 adapter was shipped.
8. Press the
POWER
key on the remote control.
Mounting the DTA50 to a TV with Optional Hook-and-Loop
Squares
1. Remove one of the two optional hook-and-loop mounting squares from the carton
in which your DTA50 unit was shipped.
Note:
Mounting the DTA50 to your television may be easier if the loop tape remains
attached to the hook fastener.
Connecting an Optional IR Extender to the DTA50
The IR Extender, if packaged with your DTA50, allows you to install your DTA50 in an
unobtrusive location, such as a cabinet, and control your DTA50 with a remote control.
Back Panel
1 Cable In
Connects to a coaxial cable that delivers the signal from your
service
provider
2 To TV
Connects to a coaxial cable that sends signals to your TV
3 Slide Switch
Can be set to either channel 3 or channel 4
4 IR In
Connects to an approved IR Extender (purchased separately)
Please contact your service provider for details
5 DC Power Input
Connects to the external power supply for the adapter
Note
: This illustration may vary from the actual product.
POWER SUPPLY WARNING:
Must use only Power Supply Part
Number 4029723 (5V DC input power).
WARNING:
Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices
before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the adapter.
Note
: This illustration may vary from the actual product.
Safety First
Before using this adapter read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS section of
this guide.
Avoid Screen Burn-In
Images such as letterbox bars or side bars, bright closed-captioning backgrounds, station
logos, or any other stationary images may cause the TV screen to age unevenly and cause
damage to your TV. Refer to the user guide that came with your TV for more information
about screen burn-in.
Performance Tips
If the adapter does not perform as expected, the following tips may help.
No picture
• Verify that the power to your TV is turned on.
• If the adapter is plugged into a wall switch, verify the switch is in the ON position.
(Avoid plugging into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.)
• Verify that all cables are properly connected.
• The current channel may not be available in your service package. Try selecting another
channel to see if a picture appears.
No color
• Verify the current TV program is broadcast in color.
• Adjust the TV color controls.
No sound
• Verify the volume is turned up.
• Verify the mute function is not on.
2. Peel the paper backing from the loop tape on the mounting square you selected.
3. Press and hold the mounting square against the bottom of the DTA50 until the square
forms a secure bond.
4. Repeat steps 2 – 3 for the other mounting square.
5. Peel the paper backing from the hook fastener on each of the mounting squares.
6. Press and hold the mounting squares to the top or back of your television until the
squares form a secure bond.
1. Plug the connector into the IR port on the back of the DTA50.
2. Peel the paper backing from the adhesive pad on the bottom of the receiver.
Then, mount the IR Extender receiver in an inconspicuous place, but make
certain that nothing blocks the sensor on the front of the receiver. You must be
able to point the remote control at this sensor.
To control the DTA50, press the keys on the remote control while aiming the
remote control at the sensor on the receiver.
Note
: If you encounter problems, make sure that all connections are secure and
that nothing blocks the path between the receiver and your remote control.
For further assistance, contact your service provider.
Important:
Do not block
the sensor on the front
of the receiver, or you
cannot control the DTA50
with your remote control.
Place the sensor away
from compact fl uorescent
light, plasma TV displays,
or LCD HDTVs. The
sensor signal may be
blocked when placed too
close to these types
of devices, and the
remote control will no
longer function properly.
POWER
DTA50
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1
+5V DC In
3 CH 4
IR IN
1.5A
CABLE IN
TO TV
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1
2
3
4
5
CABLE IN
TV
3 CH 4
IR IN
+5V DC In
1.5A
CABLE IN
TO TV
Cable
Input
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DTA-50
DATE MANUFACTURED 01\30\200
9
Attach Mounting Squares Here
Bottom
View of
DTA50
Hook Fastener
Loop Tape
Remove Adhesive
Strip Covering
Bottom
of DTA50
Back
of TV
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3 CH 4
+5V DC In
1.5A
CABLE IN
TO TV
IR Port for
IR Extender
IR IN
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POWER
DTA50
