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Document Number:  PD196-244R12 

 

PD295-002 Set Top Box Interface Module 

 

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PDi Communication Systems, Inc.   40 Greenwood Lane   Springboro, Ohio 45066 USA   PH 1-800-628-9870   FX 937-743-5664  

 

 

CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS 

 

WARNING:

  To reduce the risk of fire or electric 

shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or 
moisture. 
 

WARNING:

  To prevent injury, this apparatus must 

be securely attached to the equipment rack in 
accordance with the installation instructions. 

 

WARNING:

  Do not install this equipment in a 

confined space such as a bookcase or similar unit. 

 

Modifications 

Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not 

expressly approved by PDi may void the user’s authority to 

operate the equipment. 
 

Cables 

Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with 
metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with 
FCC Rules and Regulations. 
 

Safety Instructions 

To avoid any malfunctions of the unit and associated components 
and unwanted electric shock or fire accidents, please observe the 
following: 

 

Review the manual for your STB unit for safety 
instructions 

 

Review the manual for your PDI TV for safety instructions 

 

Review the manual for the rack unit. 

 

Placement 

Avoid placing the unit in surroundings with: 

 

High temperature (over 40 C) or high humidity (over 
90%). 

 

Direct sunlight or heat sources, like radiators or ovens. 

 

Excessive dust. 

 

Electrostatic effect. 

 

Vibration, impact, or tilted surface. 
 

Wet Areas 

 

Avoid rain and moisture. 

 

DO NOT set containers with liquid, such as vases, on top of 
the unit. 

 

Avoid placing the unit in areas where there is dripping 
and/or splashing. 

 

Avoid placing unit near standing water. 
 

Oxygen Environment 

 

DO NOT use in an oxygen tent or an oxygen chamber. 
Such use may cause a fire hazard. 

SERVICING 

User Servicing 

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked 
change in performance and you are unable to restore normal 
operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating 
instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or 
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other 
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 

 
Damage Requiring Service  

Unplug this product and refer servicing to qualified service 
personnel under the following conditions: 

 

If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the 
product. 

 

If the product has been exposed to rain or water. 

 

If the product does not operate normally by following the 
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are 
covered by the operating instructions as an improper 
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and 
will often require extensive work by a qualified technician 
to restore the product to its normal operation.  

 

If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.  

 

When the product exhibits a distinct change in 
performance which indicates a need for service. 
 

Replacement Parts 

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service 
technician has used replacement parts specified by the 
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. 
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or 
other hazards. 
 

Safety Check 

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the 
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the 
product is in safe operating conditions. 
Cleaning & Disinfecting 

 

Unplug before cleaning. 

 

Use a soft cloth to clean. 

 

Do not use harsh chemicals such as solvents. 

COPYRIGHT, DISCLAIMER, TRADEMARKS 

Copyright 

PDi Communication Systems, Inc. claims proprietary right to the 
material disclosed in this manual. This manual is issued in 
confidence for installation and operational information only and 
may not be used to manufacture anything shown herein. Copyright 
by PDi Communication System, Inc. All rights reserved. 
 

Disclaimer 

The author and publisher have used their best efforts in preparing 
this manual. PDi Communication Systems, Inc. makes no 
representation or warranties with respect to the accuracy or 
completeness of the contents of this manual and specifically 
disclaim any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any 
particular purpose and shall in no event be liable for any loss of 
profit or any other damages, including but not limited to special, 
incidental, consequential or other damages for the use of this 
manual. The information contained herein is believed accurate, but 
is not warranted, and is subject to change without notice or 
obligation.  
 

Trademarks 

All brand names and product names used in this manual are 
trademarks, registered trademarks, or trade names of their 
respective holders. PDi and Better Solutions Are Within Reach are 
registered trademarks of PDi Communication Systems, Inc.

 

Summary of Contents for PD196-244R12

Page 1: ...PD295 002 Set Top Box Interface Module Page 1 of 29 PDi Communication Systems Inc 40 Greenwood Lane Springboro Ohio 45066 USA PH 1 800 628 9870 FX 937 743 5664 Document Number PD196 244R12 PD295 002...

Page 2: ...ble Installation 10 TV Setup Most PDi TVs P14W P16TV P19TV E Series 13 TV Setup A Series 14 TV Setup medTAB 14 Verifying and Troubleshooting Connections 14 Interface Module Setup Menus 15 Accessing In...

Page 3: ...lowing conditions If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product If the product has been exposed to rain or water If the product does not operate normally by following the operatin...

Page 4: ...atus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing...

Page 5: ...ts It removes the need to modulate signals for distribution by using one coax or HDMI cable from each set top box to an associated TV It offers customizable key mapping and works in retrofit installat...

Page 6: ...ower supply are suitable for the interface module These include but are not limited to ATX Pico Digital MPC 12 Blonder Tongue MIRC 12V with MIPS 12C Drake RMM 12 with PSM121 Holland HMR with HMPS When...

Page 7: ...terface PD295 002 is for use with CCI Port only Not MTI port Wall Mounted Televisions Wall Mounted TV Data Power and IR Emitter Cable Installation 1 Connect one end of the CAT5 cable to the TV s CCI p...

Page 8: ...oro Ohio 45066 USA PH 1 800 628 9870 FX 937 743 5664 Wall TV with Chassis Mounted Interface Module Wall Mounted TV RF Cable Installation The RF Output Signal cable from each set top box STB must also...

Page 9: ...stributor for assistance should your TV and or Arm lack this cable Arm Mounted TV Data Power and IR Emitter Cable Installation The CAT5 data cable used to connect the remotely located TV to the interf...

Page 10: ...rom an external power source Special consideration must be used in handling the low voltage AC power found on the RF signal coax cable Two types of external power supplies are used with arm mounted te...

Page 11: ...ternally connected device such as the Satellite Box A Power Passer is required for each TV STB connection For new installations the use of a PDI 772HE IND instead of PDI 772 HE will eliminate the need...

Page 12: ...1 Remove power from the TV at the central power supply 2 Connect a coaxial cable from the set top box OUT TO TV to one of the 10 RF IN ports on the PDI 772HE IND 3 Connect the coaxial cable from the...

Page 13: ...ay operate the interface module on any Standby Power setting This can be determined by trying it or contacting PDi 4 From the initial setup menu select Channels 5 Change the Pro idiom option to MTI Po...

Page 14: ...ssing SETUP on the programming remote or by pressing Settings on the touchscreen TV controls Enter password 45066 is factory default 2 Select Advanced Option 3 Select Features then select Input Source...

Page 15: ...press SETUP a second time to display the interface module setup menu 4 Press the CH or CH on the remote to highlight the desired option To advance to the next page press CH when the bottom item on the...

Page 16: ...standard TV function INTERFACE MODULE SETUP 2 6 TV KEY STB COMMAND 0 Digit 0 1 Digit 1 2 Digit 2 3 Digit 3 4 Digit 4 5 Digit 5 6 Digit 6 7 Digit 7 8 Digit 8 9 Digit 9 Dash Info Exit SETUP OK Cancel PO...

Page 17: ...lected STB model to factory defaults NOTE Each STB model has a unique set of Factory Defaults Selecting Restore Factory Defaults changes the parameters to the Factory Defaults for the selected STB mod...

Page 18: ...t See Restoring Factory Default Settings later in this manual Provider Set Top Box Model On Screen STB Model Setting Cablevision Scientific Atlanta Explorer 4250HD SciAtl Cisco Charter Spectrum Motoro...

Page 19: ...us earlier in this manual 2 Select menu pages 1 through 5 3 For each TV Key on the left column set the matching STB COMMAND on the right column to the desired STB function Programming for Off Air Non...

Page 20: ...nel 3 output the same channel could be omitted from the TV s channel table if no local channel 3 is available Please see the programming instructions specific to the model PDi TV being used Programmin...

Page 21: ...annel should follow 3 Press the designated Guide button or press 00 A channel guide should appear 4 Select a channel from the Guide The viewed set top box channel should follow the selection Off Air T...

Page 22: ...turn both the TV OFF and set top box OFF If the problem persists the IR emitter cable may not be aimed well enough for the set top box to receive the proper signal Try moving the IR emitter and then c...

Page 23: ...he set top box s RF modulator See Programming the STB Signal Input Type page 20 Additional steps for Dish receivers Dish receivers must be set to Primary Remote Address 1 for proper operation Verify t...

Page 24: ...ng Interface Module Setup Menus for programming details NOTE A Control Device Key also referenced as a TV Key is a key located on the front panel of a PDi TV and or on a PDi TV compatible controller I...

Page 25: ...wer Power Power Power Power Power Power Info Info Info Info Info Info Info Info CH CH CH Up CH Up CH Up CH CH CH CH CH CH Down CH Down CH Down CH CH CH OK Select OK Select Select Select Select OK OK S...

Page 26: ...OL Page Down Page Down PAGE Page Down PAGE VOL VOL PIP On Off PIP On Off PIP ON OFF PIP PIP ON OFF PIP Video PIP Swap PIP Swap PIP SWAP PIP Swap PIP SWAP PIP Swap Unmarked 1 PIP Move PIP Move PIP MOVE...

Page 27: ...git 6 7 Digit 7 Digit 7 Digit 7 Digit 7 Digit 7 Digit 7 Digit 7 Digit 7 8 Digit 8 Digit 8 Digit 8 Digit 8 Digit 8 Digit 8 Digit 8 Digit 8 9 Digit 9 Digit 9 Digit 9 Digit 9 Digit 9 Digit 9 Digit 9 Digi...

Page 28: ...Menu Menu Menu Guide Guide Guide Menu Settings Menu RED Red C Red C Red C Red Red C Red Mute Red GREEN Help Help Green D Green Green D Green CC Green YELLOW Yellow A Yellow A Yellow A Yellow Yellow A...

Page 29: ...alfunction of any data communications system Such conditions will be determined by PDi at its sole unfettered discretion Service and repair of accessories apparatus attachments or any other devices wh...

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