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 Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions: 1) the device may not cause harmful interference, 
and 2) the device must accept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Notice to Installers

The servicing instructions in this notice are for use by qualifi ed service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than 
that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualifi ed to do so.

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Eliminate AC Mains Overloads

 WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi re hazard! Do 

not overload AC mains, outlets, extension cords, or integral 
convenience receptacles. For products that require battery power 
or other power sources to operate them, refer to the operating 
instructions for those products.

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 ventilation.

•  Do not place entertainment devices (such as VCRs or DVDs), lamps, 

books, vases with liquids, or other objects on top of this product.

•  Do not block ventilation openings.

Protect from Exposure to Moisture and Foreign Objects

 WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi re hazard! Do 

not expose this product to dripping or splashing liquids, rain, or 
moisture. Objects fi lled with liquids, such as vases, should not be 
placed on this apparatus.

 WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi re hazard! Unplug 

this product before cleaning. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use 
a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use a magnetic/static 
cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this product.

 WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi re hazard! Never 

push objects through the openings in this product. Foreign objects 
can cause electrical shorts that can result in electric shock or fi re. 

Service Warnings

 WARNING: Avoid electric shock! Do not open the cover 

of this product. Opening or removing the cover may expose you to 
dangerous voltages. If you open the cover, your warranty will be 
void. This product contains no user-serviceable parts. 

Check Product Safety

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, the service 
technician must perform safety checks to determine that this product is in 
proper operating condition.

Protect the Product When Moving It

Always disconnect the power source when moving the apparatus or 
connecting or disconnecting cables.

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 1)  Read these instructions.

 2)  Keep these instructions.

 3)  Heed all warnings.

 4)  Follow all instructions.

 5)  Do not use this apparatus near water.

 6)  Clean only with dry cloth.

 7)  Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the 

manufacturer’s instructions.

 8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat 

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that 
produce heat.

 9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type 

plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. 
A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. 
The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the 
provided plug does not fi t into your outlet, consult an electrician for 
replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10)  Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where 
they exit from the apparatus.

11)  Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.

12) 

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or 
table specifi ed by the manufacturer, or sold with the 
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when 
moving the cart/apparatus 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 qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is 

required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such 
as a power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled 
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been 
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been 
dropped.

Power Source Warning

A label on this product indicates the correct power source for this product. 
Operate this product only from an electrical outlet with the voltage and 
frequency indicated on the product label. If you are uncertain of the type of 
power supply to your home or business, consult your service provider or your 
local power company.

The AC inlet on the unit must remain accessible and operable at all times.

Ground the Product

 WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi re 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.

Protect the Product from Lightning

In addition to disconnecting the AC power from the wall outlet, disconnect 
the signal inputs. 

Verify the Power Source from the On/Off Power Light

When the on/off power light is not illuminated, the apparatus may still be 
connected to the power source. The light may go out when the apparatus is 
turned off, regardless of whether it is still plugged into an AC power source. 

Quick Reference Guide

Explorer 940 Compact Digital-Only Set-Top

Explorer 940 Digital Home Communications Terminal

Model 940

Manufactured by: Scientifi c-Atlanta, Inc. 

5030 Sugarloaf Parkway

Lawrenceville, Georgia 30044 USA 

Telephone: 770-236-1077

FCC Compliance

United States FCC Compliance

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class 
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are 
designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a 
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate 
radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the 
instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment OFF 
and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or 
more of the following measures:

•  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•  Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•  Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to 

which the receiver is connected.

•  Consult the cable company or an experienced radio/television technician 

for help. Any changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by 
Scientifi c-Atlanta, Inc., could void the user’s authority to operate the 
equipment.

The information shown in the FCC Declaration of Conformity paragraph 
below is a requirement of the FCC and is intended to supply you with 
information regarding the FCC approval of this device. The phone numbers 
listed are for FCC-related questions only and not intended for questions 
regarding the connection or operation for this device. Please contact your 
cable service provider for any questions you may have regarding the 
operation or installation of this device. 

 

Scientifi c Atlanta, A Cisco Company

  

678.277.1000 

 

5030 Sugarloaf Parkway, Box 465447

 

Lawrenceville, GA 30042 

 

www.scientifi catlanta.com

Cisco, Cisco Systems, the Cisco logo, the Cisco Systems logo, Scientifi c Atlanta, and Explorer are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. 
and/or its affi liates in the U.S. and certain other countries.

All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners.

Product and service availability is subject to change without notice.

© 2006, 2008-2009 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved.

January 2009 

 

Printed in United States of America 

Part Number 4004833 Rev C

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.

20060628 FCC Standard

Note to System Installer

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). 
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO 
RAIN OR MOISTURE.

For this apparatus, the coaxial cable shield/screen shall be 
grounded as close as practical to the point of entry of the cable into 
the building.For products sold in the US and Canada, this 
reminder is provided to call the system installer's attention to 
Article 820-93 and Article 820-100 of the NEC (or Canadian 
Electrical Code Part 1), which provides guidelines for proper 
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, pourrait 
être suffisant pour provoquer un choc électrique. Il est donc 
dangereux d’être en contact avec toute pièce interne de ce produit.

This symbol is intended to alert you of the presence of important operating 
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this 
product.  

Ce symbole a pour but de vous avertir qu’une documentation importante 
sur le fonctionnement et l’entretien accompagne ce produit.

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