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Scientific Atlanta Explorer 3250HD User Manual

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Explorer
Digital Interactive Set-Top
User's Guide
®
3250HD™
In This Guide
Safety Information ............................................. 2
Introduction ....................................................... 4
Front Panel Overview ....................................... 5
HDTV and SDTV Differences........................... 8
Connecting Entertainment Devices .................. 10
Connecting the 3250HD .................................. 12
Watching TV..................................................... 24
Compliance Information ................................... 27
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Back Panel Overview Loop-Through Model... 7 HDTV and SDTV Differences... 8 Connecting Entertainment Devices ... 10 Connecting the 3250HD ... 12 Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through ... 16 Watching TV... 24 Frequently Asked Questions About HDTV ... 26 Compliance Information ... 27...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Safety Compliance Statements Note to CATV System Installer (USA/Canada Only) This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC (Section 54, Part I of the Canadian Electrical Code), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the CATV cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of...
  • Page 3 Safety Compliance Statements Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Do not expose this set-top to liquid or moisture.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Safety First Before using the 3250HD, read the SAFETY COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS section of this guide. Keep the top of the 3250HD free of all objects and electronic devices, including your TV. The Explorer The online Explorer eClub provides additional news and information about eClub the 3250HD.

  • Page 5: Front Panel Overview

    Enables you to increase and decrease the volume 14 Power Turns the Explorer 3250HD on and off. The light above of the Power key illuminates when the power is on * Contact your cable service provider for more information on the availability of these features.

  • Page 6: Back Panel Overview Standard Model

    1394 1 1394* Connect to optional 1394-equipped (FireWire) devices. This connector is reserved for future use and may not be available on all Explorer 3250HD models. 2 Optical Audio Connect an optical cable to send a digital audio signal to a surround-sound Out* receiver or other digital audio device.

  • Page 7: Back Panel Overview Loop-Through Model

    3250HD Loop-Through Model T11350 Connect to the DVI (Digital Visual Interface) input port on your HDTV. This port 1 DVI* provides digital video signals to the HDTV. 2 IR Port* Connect the IR Blaster cable to use with the optional VCR Commander™ service.

  • Page 8: Hdtv And Sdtv Differences

    For this reason, the 3250HD needs to know the screen resolution that is best for your TV. If the 3250HD is not set up to provide video in the proper screen resolution, you will see a black screen or a distorted picture when you turn on your TV.
  • Page 9 TV. For the best results, read this section to learn more about HDTV and SDTV connection options before you begin to connect the 3250HD to your entertainment devices. •...

  • Page 10: Connecting Entertainment Devices

    4. Do not turn on the 3250HD or HDTV yet. 5. Wait until you see one of the following displays on the front of the 6. After the update is complete, turn on the TV. Do not turn the 3250HD on How Do I Choose After you connect your entertainment devices, follow these instructions before you begin watching TV.
  • Page 11 Additional HD video, SD video, and audio devices may be connected to the inputs of the 3250HD models with loop-through connectivity. When the Connectivity 3250HD is in the power off state (the green power indicator on the front panel is off), the input connectors are directly connected to the output connectors.

  • Page 12: Connecting The 3250Hd

    1394 or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or turn on the 3250HD, read the HDTV and SDTV Differences section of this guide. Power Surge Protection: It is recommended that you connect a...
  • Page 13 1394 before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or turn on the 3250HD, read the HDTV and SDTV Differences section of this guide. Power Surge Protection: It is recommended that you connect a...

  • Page 14: Electric Shock

    Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or turn on the 3250HD, read the HDTV and SDTV Differences section of this guide. VIDEO Power Surge Back of Stereo VCR...
  • Page 15 1394 before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or turn on the 3250HD, read the HDTV and SDTV Differences section of this guide. Power Surge Protection: It is recommended that you connect a...

  • Page 16: Connecting The 3250Hd Loop-Through

    Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through Model Typical HDTV Using YPbPr Cables and Audio Cables Explorer 3250HD WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or turn on the 3250HD,...
  • Page 17 Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through Model Typical HDTV Using a DVI Cable and Audio Cables Explorer 3250HD WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. Back of HDTV TIP: Before you connect or...
  • Page 18 Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through Model Typical HDTV and a Stereo VCR Explorer 3250HD WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or turn on the 3250HD,...
  • Page 19 VIDEO Protection: It is recommended Back of Stereo VCR that you connect a surge protector to your cable equipment and electronic T11344 devices. Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through Model DIGITAL AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO 000A73EA10A6 SABHWXKD N0018695342 AUDIO DVD/D-VHS INPUT DIGITAL TV/CABLE...
  • Page 20 Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through Model Typical HDTV and a DVD Player (Option 1) Explorer 3250HD WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or Back of HDTV...
  • Page 21 Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through Model Typical HDTV and a DVD Player (Option 2) Explorer 3250HD WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting Back of any device cables DVD Player to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or...
  • Page 22 Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through Model D-VHS Player (Optional) Explorer 3250HD WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD. TIP: Before you connect or Back of D-VHS turn on the 3250HD,...
  • Page 23 Connecting the 3250HD Loop-Through Model Home Theater Receiver, A Typical HDTV, and a DVD Player Using Digital Optical Audio Connections (Optional) Explorer 3250HD WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 3250HD.

  • Page 24: Watching Tv

    HDTV. Refer to the user’s guide that came with your HDTV for more information about screen burn-in. The 3250HD supports both the 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratio, accommodating both wide-screen and standard HDTVs. Because some channels are high definition and some are not, you can quickly and easily change the picture size to Normal, Stretch, or Zoom while watching TV.
  • Page 25 Note: The 3250HD can only output to formats selected in the HDTV Setup Wizard. For more details, contact your cable service provider. Performance Tips If the 3250HD does not perform as expected, the following tips may help. If you need further assistance, contact your cable service provider. No Picture •...

  • Page 26: Frequently Asked Questions About Hdtv

    Frequently Asked Questions About HDTV Are Local TV Many local TV stations are transmitting digital signals. However, transmitting a digital signal does not mean transmitting an HDTV signal. Stations Some stations are using the new bandwidth to broadcast several Broadcasting in standard-definition channels.

  • Page 27: Compliance Information

    Consult your cable company or an experienced radio/TV technician for help that may cause undesired operation. EXPLORER ® 3250HD Digital Interactive Set-top: Model 3250HD Manufactured by: Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. 5030 Sugarloaf Parkway Lawrenceville, Georgia 30044, USA Telephone 770-236-1077...
  • Page 28 Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. is prohibited. Trademarks Explorer, Scientific-Atlanta, and the Scientific-Atlanta logo are registered trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. VCR Commander and 3250HD are trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. Disclaimer Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may appear in this guide.

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