Overview
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DCT5100 Installation Manual
Rear Panel
Figure 2-2 illustrates the rear panel of the DCT5100, which contains a switched power outlet;
connectors for video, audio, and RF cabling; data output; and modem and data interface
connectors.
Figure 2-2
DCT5100 rear panel
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KEY
DESCRIPTION
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TO TV/VCR
This coaxial output connector is used to connect the DCT5100 to a TV or VCR operating on channel 3 or 4.
2
CABLE IN
The CABLE IN connector receives the incoming signal from your cable service provider.
3
ETHERNET
The Ethernet port that supports PC networking.
(Not currently enabled.)
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AUDIO IN R
These connectors are used to connect a set-top between a peripheral audio device such as a CD player and a stereo
AUDIO IN L
tuner or A/V receiver. In the current DCT5100 release, the audio from the peripheral device will pass through the DCT
5100 when it is turned off.
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SPDIF
The orange coaxial SPDIF connector is a digital output connection that carries Dolby Digital 5.1 audio or PCM audio.
It is used to connect the DCT5100 to a stereo tuner or A/V receiver to provide surround-sound, theater-style audio.
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VIDEO IN
The VIDEO IN connector accepts a baseband video input from a VCR, camcorder or other video device.
(N/A)
VIDEO OUT
The VIDEO OUT connector is used to deliver baseband video to an external device such as a VCR or TV.
7
Convenience
This AC outlet may be used to plug your TV into the DCT5100 as a convenient additional outlet.
8
IR
This connector enables the DCT5100 to control a VCR while recording a selected program. Not all electronic program
guides support this feature.
9
USB
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is used to support devices such as keyboards, joysticks, scanners, disk storage, PCs,
printers, and digital cameras.
(Not currently enabled.)
10 DVI
Used to deliver High-Definition video to an HDTV with a DVI video input. (Not available/enabled on all units)
11 AUDIO OUT R
The RCA phono-type connectors are used to deliver audio to a stereo receiver.
AUDIO OUT L
12 Y Pb Pr
These connectors are used to deliver component video to an HD-ready TV or monitor. Though capable of delivering
standard definition video to your TV or monitor, these cables are necessary to deliver High Definition video.
13 TV PASS CARD For Future Use
14 S-VIDEO
This connector is used to deliver high quality, standard definition video to external devices that accept S-Video inputs,
such as a high-end VCR or TV.
15 OPTICAL
The OPTICAL SPDIF connector is an optical digital output connection that carries Dolby Digital 5.1 audio or PCM audio.
It is used to connect the DCT5100 to a stereo tuner or A/V receiver to provide surround-sound, theater style audio.
