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Complete the following steps to install a SATA drive.

1.  Make sure that both the 8240 DVR and the external SATA drive are 

unplugged from power.

2.  Connect the data cable for the SATA drive to the 8240 DVR.

3.  Plug in power to the external SATA drive.

4.  Plug in the 8240 DVR power cord, and then turn on the 8240 DVR.

5.  Follow the on-screen instructions. One of the following occurs:

 

•   If it is a new drive or one used on another device, you will be asked  
  to format it.

 

•   If the drive is formatted and will work with this 8240 DVR, you will get  
 a 

confi rmation that the drive is working.

Guidelines for Using the External SATA Hard Disk Drive

 

The external SATA hard disk drive requires continuous power. If the SATA 
drive loses power while the 8240 DVR is plugged in, the 8240 DVR may 
stop current recordings or not provide enough space for future recordings. 
Follow these guidelines for using the SATA drive: 
• Do 

not

 plug in the power cord for the SATA drive to a switched outlet or 

to the AC outlet on the 8240 DVR.

• Do 

not

 turn off , disconnect, or unplug the SATA drive while the 8240 

DVR is plugged in.

Recommendations for the SATA Drive

Contact your cable service provider for a list of approved external SATA 
hard disk drives. At a minimum, your SATA drive should have these 
capabilities:
•  External SATA Connector - 

SATA II: Cable and Connector, Revision 1.0 

(www.sata-io.org

 for more information

)

 

•  Drive Speed: 7200 RPM (5400 RPM without Multi-room); 133 MB/sec 

•  Capacity:  Only one SATA drive can be connected to the 8240 DVR. 

The 8240 DVR will not support a separate port multiplier. 

•  SATA Drive Power: The SATA drive should power on when plugged in 

and should not be controlled by a switch. 

Connecting the 8240 DVR to an External SATA Hard Disk Drive 
(optional)

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 WARNING: 

Electric shock 
hazard! Unplug all 
electronic devices 
before connecting 
or disconnecting any 
device cables for the 
8240 DVR.

Explorer 8240

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.

CABLE

IN

SATA

VIDEO

VIDEO

TV

OUT 1

A

U

D

I

O

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

L

R

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

IR

S - VIDEO

OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

LISTED 14H1

CABLE EQUIP.

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS: 

RISQUE DE CHOC

ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

OUT 2

CABLE

OUT

Cable

Input

T15451

External SATA
Hard Disk Drive

SATA

To

Unswitched

Wall Outlet

To Unswitched
Wall Outlet

Summary of Contents for Explorer 8240

Page 1: ...Connecting the Explorer 8240 Digital Video Recorder User Guide LIST EXIT INFO GUIDE CH CH SELECT POWER VOL VOL...

Page 2: ...Notice for CATV Installers CATV Installers Notice If you are a CATV installer read the information in the box below 2...

Page 3: ...wo Programs at the Same Time 11 Avoid Screen Burn In 11 Performance Tips 12 No Picture 12 No Color 12 No Sound 12 Automatic Software Updates 12 Frequently Asked Questions 12 Where Are the Connection D...

Page 4: ...Warnings Adhere to all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions Read Retain and Follow These Instructions Read all of the instructions before you operate this product Follow all oper...

Page 5: ...nings Avoid any potential for electric shock or fire Do not use accessories with this product unless recommended by your cable service provider Service Warnings Servicing This Product Do not open the...

Page 6: ...watch it at a more convenient time Don t miss another minute of the TV shows you love Follow the instructions in this guide to install the 8240 DVR to become familiar with the buttons on the front pa...

Page 7: ...the infrared signal from the remote control 7 LED Display Displays the selected channel number and time of day The LED also displays the following Message Power RECORD 8 VOL and VOL Enables you to inc...

Page 8: ...or VCR This signal is standard definition but higher quality than other SDTV connections 8 IR This connector reserved for future use 9 SATA Connect to an external Serial ATA SATA hard disk drive for e...

Page 9: ...onnect the coaxial cable that carries the signal from your cable service provider to the CABLE IN connector on the back panel of the set top Connect your SDTV to the 8240 DVR Refer to the Connections...

Page 10: ...tion to the VCR See page 13 for an example For VCRs that have Video and Left and Right audio connectors you can use the OUT 2 connectors Video Left and Right on the 8240 DVR See page 14 for an example...

Page 11: ...Use the picture in picture PIP keys on the remote control and you will see a PIP screen on your TV Record One Program While Watching Another When two of your favorite programs are scheduled at the sa...

Page 12: ...stereo verify that you have properly connected it to the 8240 DVR Verify that the volume is turned up Verify that the mute function is not engaged The current channel may not be available in your serv...

Page 13: ...CO IR S VIDEO OUT 120 VAC 60HZ 5A LISTED 14H1 CABLE EQUIP 120 VAC 60HZ 80W CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR OUT 2 Cable Input CABLE OUT T15446 St...

Page 14: ...IGITAL AUDIO OUT L R CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO IR S VIDEO OUT 120 VAC 60HZ 5A LISTED 14H1 CABLE EQUIP 120 VAC 60HZ 80W CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE...

Page 15: ...T 15 CABLE IN SATA VIDEO VIDEO TV OUT 1 A U D I O DIGITAL AUDIO OUT L R CABLE OUT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO IR S VIDEO OUT 120 VAC 60HZ 5A LISTED 14H1 CABLE EQUIP 120 VAC 60HZ 80W CAUTION RISK OF...

Page 16: ...a list of approved external SATA hard disk drives At a minimum your SATA drive should have these capabilities External SATA Connector SATA II Cable and Connector Revision 1 0 www sata io org for more...

Page 17: ...dings are balanced between the internal hard drive on the 8240 DVR and the external SATA drive as follows A recording is not split between an internal and external hard drive The 8240 DVR automaticall...

Page 18: ...n for this device Please contact your cable service provider for any questions you may have regarding the operation or installation of this device FCC Declaration of Conformity This device complies wi...

Page 19: ...19...

Page 20: ...liates in the U S and other countries To view a list of Cisco trademarks go to this URL www cisco com go trademarks Third party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners The use...

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