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Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................... iv

Welcome ................................................................................................................................... 1

Safety First ................................................................................................................................ 1

Identify Your Set-Top ................................................................................................................ 1

What’s in the Carton? ............................................................................................................... 2

Additional Equipment You Might Need ...................................................................................... 2

Front Panel ................................................................................................................................ 3

Back Panel ................................................................................................................................ 4

Connecting the Set-Top ............................................................................................................ 5

Connections for an HDTV and VCR ........................................................................................... 6

Connections for a Standard-Defi nition TV and VCR .................................................................. 7

View Television Programming ................................................................................................... 8

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 9

Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................................... 10

Picture Formats ....................................................................................................................... 11

Connecting to an HDTV with an HDMI Connector ................................................................... 12

Connecting to an HDTV with a DVI Connector ........................................................................ 13

Connecting to an HDTV with Component Input (YPbPr) ......................................................... 14

Connecting to a Home Theater System with Component Input (YPbPr) ................................. 15

Connecting to a Stereo VCR and HDTV (optional) .................................................................. 16

Connecting to an HDTV with a 1394 Connector ..................................................................... 17

Connecting the Set-Top in HD Mode to an SDTV with Component Input (YPbPr) .................. 17

Index ....................................................................................................................................... 18

Compliance Information .......................................................................................................... 20

Summary of Contents for Explorer 8640HDC

Page 1: ...ide Cisco Explorer 8640HDC 8642HDC 8650HDC and 8652HDC High Definition DVR Set Tops with Multi Stream CableCARD Interface L AUDIO IN R VIDEO IN POWER SELECT VOL VOL CH CH LIST EXIT INFO GUIDE Explorer 8652HDC ...

Page 2: ...per grounding of the coaxial cable shield This symbol is intended to alert you that uninsulated voltage within this product may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock Therefore it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product Ce symbole a pour but d alerter toute personne qu un contact avec une pièce interne de ce produit sous tension et non isolée pourra...

Page 3: ...vision Programming 8 Troubleshooting 9 Frequently Asked Questions 10 Picture Formats 11 Connecting to an HDTV with an HDMI Connector 12 Connecting to an HDTV with a DVI Connector 13 Connecting to an HDTV with Component Input YPbPr 14 Connecting to a Home Theater System with Component Input YPbPr 15 Connecting to a Stereo VCR and HDTV optional 16 Connecting to an HDTV with a 1394 Connector 17 Conne...

Page 4: ... The AC inlet on the unit must remain accessible and operable at all times Ground the Product WARNING Avoid electric shock and fire hazard If this product connects to coaxial cable wiring be sure the cable system is grounded earthed Grounding provides some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Outdoor Grounding System If this product connects to an outdoor antenna or cable ...

Page 5: ...tance see www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Provide Ventilation and Select a Location Remove all packaging material before applying power to the product Do not place this apparatus on a bed sofa rug or similar surface Do not place this apparatus on an unstable surface Do not install this apparatus in an enclosure such as a bookcase or rack unless the installation provides proper ventilati...

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Page 7: ... consumer support index html Safety First Before using the set top read the Important Safety Instructions section of this guide Identify Your Set Top If the set top requires troubleshooting in the future your service provider may ask for the serial numbers of the set top and M Card module The set top serial number label is on the back panel of the set top the serial number begins with STB SN and i...

Page 8: ...Audio Left Right Cable Power Cord HDMI Adapter RGB Adapter Optical Digital Audio Cable IEEE 1394 4 Pin to 4 Pin Cable HDC High Definition Set Top with M Card L AUDIO IN R VIDEO IN POWER SELECT VOL VOL CH CH LIST EXIT INFO GUIDE Explorer 8652HDC RF Coaxial Cable Coaxial Digital Audio Cable S Video Cable HDMI Cable HDMI to DVI Cable IR Extender Cable Composite A V Cables RGB Adapter Cable RCA to RCA...

Page 9: ...guide video on demand or pay per view 8 Info Displays a description of the selected program This button is available from the on screen menu and while viewing a program 9 Exit Exit menus the on screen menu and program information 10 List Displays the recorded list 11 Display Displays the selected channel number and time of day The display shows the following Power MoCA Link 480i 480P 5 1 Message H...

Page 10: ...ed by your service provider software controlled 14 Multi Stream Slot for M Card module which decrypts subscription digital channels This set top will not CableCARD operate correctly without an M Card module which is installed by your service provider 15 eSATA Connects to an external Serial ATA eSATA hard disk drive for expanded drive space A connected eSATA drive is not an archival device Ask your...

Page 11: ...into an AC power source that is not controlled by a switch 5 Do not turn on the set top or TV yet POWER 6 It may take several minutes for the set top to receive the latest software programming and service information Wait until you see one of the following displays on the front panel of the set top that indicates that the update is complete Current time Four dashes Note If four dashes appear you m...

Page 12: ...R AUDIO IN L R OUT 1 Y Pr Pb L R OUT 1 L R Y Pr Pb L R OUT 1 B R G V H L R S VIDEO OUT L R OUT 2 S VIDEO IN L R Adapter Needed Some HDTVs have a High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI connector The HDMI connector provides both a digital video and audio connection See the connection diagram on page 12 for an example The YPbPr connectors can provide high definition component video signals to an H...

Page 13: ... Right on the set top VCR Required Connections to an SDTV use one Optional Connection to a VCR The YPbPr connectors can provide standard definition component video signals to an SDTV Note To connect YPbPr to an SDTV you must set the HD Setup Wizard on the set top to HD Mode and select the output video format typically 480i that will match the capabilities of your SDTV The S Video Out connection pr...

Page 14: ...ither from the on screen guide or while viewing a program Select View a specific program in the guide Stretch and Zoom Program You can stretch and zoom SD or HD programs by pressing the key on the remote control 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 picture tube in your HDTV to...

Page 15: ...that you have properly connected them to the set top Verify that the set top is set to the proper screen type and resolution No Color Verify that the current TV program is broadcast in color Adjust the TV color controls If you are using a component video connection YPbPr check that all connectors are completely plugged into the set top and TV No Sound If your setup includes a VCR or stereo verify ...

Page 16: ...s on an SDTV set are crisp and clear noticeably better than on a standard analog television set using an antenna to receive over the air signals What is High Definition Television High definition television HDTV is a completely new way to send and receive television broadcast signals HDTV images are made up of pixels that are much smaller and closer together than those used in standard analog tele...

Page 17: ...ssive method the lines are drawn on the screen one at a time in sequential order The interlaced method involves refreshing pixels in alternation first the odd lines and then the even lines For advance setup select the scan modes that your TV can support Refer to your set top and HDTV user s guides to choose the proper scan rates 480i 480p 720p 1080i for your setup For example a resolution of 1080i...

Page 18: ... you can connect the baseband audio outputs OUT 1 Audio Left and Right to the TV Digital content is encrypted with High Bandwidth Content Protection HDCP on the DVI HDMI port This set top is not compatible with devices that do not support HDCP You must use either the YPbPr or 1394 connection to connect the set top to these devices Required cables 1 HDMI cable WARNING Electric shock hazard Unplug a...

Page 19: ... cable Back of Set Top CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO LISTED 14H1 VIDEO PRODUCT AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN S VIDEO OUT OPTICAL AUDIO OUT IR DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT R Pr R L Pb L Y VIDEO CABLE IN WITH MoCA 120V 60Hz 80W 120 VAC 60Hz 4 2A 500W CABLE OUT USB 2 0 eSATA THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECE...

Page 20: ...ITH MoCA 120V 60Hz 80W 120 VAC 60Hz 4 2A 500W CABLE OUT USB 2 0 eSATA THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER THE AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE IN ANY OTHER FASHION MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND IS IN VIOLATION OF THE FCC RULES PART 15 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA INC eCM MAC 001AC3F4F757 STB RF MAC 001AC3F F756 STB...

Page 21: ... 80W 120 VAC 60Hz 4 2A 500W CABLE OUT USB 2 0 eSATA THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER THE AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE IN ANY OTHER FASHION MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND IS IN VIOLATION OF THE FCC RULES PART 15 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA INC eCM MAC 001AC3F4F757 STB RF MAC 001AC3F F756 STB SN SABPQBQGD ETHE...

Page 22: ...L AUDIO OUT Back of Set Top CABLE OUT V L R eCM MAC 01CEA05D679 STB SN SABPQTMNWW CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO LISTED 14H1 VIDEO PRODUCT AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN S VIDEO OUT OPTICAL AUDIO OUT IR DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT R Pr R L Pb L Y VIDEO CABLE IN WITH MoCA 120V 60Hz 80W 120 VAC 60Hz 4 2A 500W CABLE OUT USB 2 0 eSATA THIS DEVICE IS INT...

Page 23: ...eSATA THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER THE AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE IN ANY OTHER FASHION MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND IS IN VIOLATION OF THE FCC RULES PART 15 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA INC eCM MAC 001AC3F4F757 STB RF MAC 001AC3F F756 STB SN SABPQBQGD ETHERNET 1394 MULTI STREAM CABLE CARD MCARD SN PXC...

Page 24: ...t 4 Aspect ratio 11 B Back panel 4 Burn in of screen 8 C CableCARD 2 4 9 Cables 2 Cable Out connector 4 Compliance FCC and Canadian EMI 20 Component video connection See YPbPr Composite 7 Connectors See also Front panel Back panel required for HDTV 6 required for SDTV 7 VCR 6 7 Connecting the set top to other devices HDTV with 1394 connector 17 HDTV with component input YPbPr 14 HDTV with DVI conn...

Page 25: ...Software updates 9 Sound troubleshooting 9 Standard definition What is it 10 Standard screen TV 11 Stretching and zooming picture 8 11 T Time display 5 Troubleshooting 9 TV digital what is it 10 formats 11 HDTV what is it 10 programming 8 resolution 11 standard screen 11 standard definition What is it 10 wide screen 11 U Updating software 9 USB port 3 V VCR connection 6 7 16 View programs 8 W Watc...

Page 26: ...0HDC 8642HDC 8650HDC and 8652HDC Manufactured by Cisco Systems Inc 5030 Sugarloaf Parkway Lawrenceville Georgia 30044 USA Telephone 678 277 1120 Canada EMI Regulation This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil numérique de la class B est conforme à la norme NMB 003 du Canada 20081121 FCC Standard Software and Firmware Use The software described in this document is ...

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Page 28: ... from Dolby Laboratories Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories HDMI the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries MoCA is a trademark of the Multimedia over Coax Alliance Rovi is a trademark of Rovi Corporation Other third party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respect...

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