Contemporary
Research
6
ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller
Setup Guide
The ICC2-ATSC supports a mix of setup tools, including:
•
HD2-RC Remote Mode (accesses On-Screen Graphic Menus and special HD functions)
•
IC-RC Remote Mode (accesses Text Menus and special media functions)
•
Front-Panel Setup
•
IC-Net commands from system or iC Send
The reason for the options is that the ICC2-ATSC is designed to offer advanced analog/digital
tuning, yet be compatible with existing iC-Net systems.
IR Remote Operation
The IC-RC Remote is used with analog tuners as well as media and text menu control functions
when used in iC-Net control systems. The HD2-RC IR Remote is designed for control and setup of
ATSC-series HDTV tuners. Both remotes send the same IR codes, the difference is in how the
tuner responds.
In most cases, IC-Net systems, especially for schools and other applications that access on-
screen text menus and interactive media control, will continue to use the traditional IC-RC remote
and mode.
System integrators can switch the ICC2-ATSC to the HD2-RC mode to access HD features, such
as channel scans and set up of 16:9 or 4:3 display modes. Then switch to IC mode to test iC-net
operation and IC-Net device number.
Front-Panel Setup
The Front Panel modes are useful for setting tune mode, HD output and resolution, and switching
between IC and HD2 remote modes.
IC Send Control
You’ll find the free IC Send program to be a great tool for system setup and testing, especially if
the site is using the ICE-HE Head End and your laptop is configured for the site’s network. You
can also use a PC or laptop via RS-232 with the ICC-HE Head End. Key functions include:
•
On, Off and Tune commands to test operation to one or all ICC2-ATSC units.
•
IR Mode. Switch all tuners to IC or HD2 modes.
•
Channel Setup. Use the T^ Command to force all units to scan channels, then use the XA
and XD commands to add and remove channels from the list. If you’re using RS-232
control at the head end, have an ICC2-ATSC at that location to check your setup.
•
Tuner Setup. Use LM and TM commands to configure general tuner operation.
