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- Page 1 User Guide Cisco Explorer 4600HD Series, 4600HDC Series, and 4640HDW High-Definition Set-Tops Explorer 4652HDC VOL- VOL+ SELECT POWER GUIDE INFO EXIT SETTINGS...
- Page 2 Notice to Installers The servicing instructions in this notice are for use by qualified 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 qualified to do so.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................iv Welcome ........................... 1 Safety First ..........................1 Identify Your Set-Top ........................ 1 What’s in the Carton? ....................... 2 Additional Equipment You Might Need ..................2 Front Panel ..........................3 Back Panel ..........................4 Connecting the Set-Top ...................... -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Outdoor Grounding System 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. If this product connects to an outdoor antenna or cable system, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded 3) Heed all warnings. (earthed). This provides some protection against voltage 4) Follow all instructions. - Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, continued Eliminate AC Power/Mains Overloads • 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 WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fire hazard! Do ventilation. not overload AC power/mains, outlets, extension cords, • Do not place entertainment devices (such as VCRs or or integral convenience receptacles. For products that DVDs), lamps, books, vases with liquids, or other objects on require battery power or other power sources to operate top of this product.
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Page 6: Welcome
Welcome The Cisco Explorer High-Definition Set-Tops provide high-definition (HD) capability and broadband digital video ® ® services. On MoCA™ enabled set-tops, the MoCA connection enables an IP LAN connection over coaxial cable, which minimizes the need for new wiring in the home. Follow the instructions in this guide to install the set-top, to become familiar with the buttons on the front panel, and to access your cable services. Then, enjoy the features of the set-top and change the way you watch TV. -
Page 7: What's In The Carton
What’s In The Carton? The set-top carton contains the following items: Quick Reference Guide Explorer 4652HDC VOL- VOL+ Cisco Explorer 4600HD, 4600HDC, and 4640HDW High-Definition Set-Tops SELECT POWER Explorer 4652HDC VOL- VOL+ GUIDE INFO EXIT SETTINGS SELECT POWER GUIDE INFO... -
Page 8: Front Panel
Front Panel Explorer 4652HDC VOL- VOL+ SELECT POWER GUIDE INFO EXIT SETTINGS 1 VOL +, VOL - Increases and decreases the volume 2 CH+, CH - Scrolls up and down through the channels Provides access to your on-screen selection 3 Select 4 Display Displays the selected channel number and time of day. -
Page 9: Back Panel
Back Panel CAUTION DIGITAL RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CATV CONVERTER DO NOT OPEN AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO ETHERNET AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR 120 V ~ MCARD SN: PXCPRPSLV 60Hz 3A MCARD MAC: 00 1BD73E17D9 1394 MULTI-STREAM CABLE CARD 120V~ 60Hz 50W THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED TO A RECEIVER THAT... -
Page 10: Connecting The Set-Top
Connecting the Set-Top To connect your set-top to your entertainment devices, complete these steps. Determine if your TV is HD or SD and whether it is wide screen (16:9) or standard screen (4:3). See page for more information. Make the connections for your TV and VCR as follows: • If you are using an HDTV, see page 6 and the connection diagrams at the end of this guide. -
Page 11: Connections For An Hdtv And Vcr
Connections for an HDTV and VCR To use the set-top with an HDTV, you must make one of the following connections to view the HD content. In addition, you can make connections to a digital or analog VCR to record to a VCR tape. Refer to your TV and VCR user guides and the cabling diagrams in this guide for more detailed connection information. -
Page 12: Connections For A Standard-Definition Tv And Vcr
Connections for a Standard-Definition TV and VCR When using the set-top with an SDTV, you must make one of the following connections to view content. Some SDTVs may not have all these connections. In addition, you can make connections to a VCR to record to a VCR tape. -
Page 13: View Television Programming
View Television Programming Access Services and Programs Access cable services and programs by pressing the following keys on the remote control: • Guide–Access the on-screen guide. The on-screen guide displays schedules of TV programs and other services available from your cable service provider, such as video-on-demand and pay-per-view programs. • Arrows–Select a program in the schedule. -
Page 14: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the set-top does not perform as expected, the following tips may help. If you need further assistance, contact your service provider. No Picture • Verify that the M-Card module is installed. (on the 4600HDC series only) • Verify that the power to your TV is turned on. • Verify that your HDTV is in HD mode. If necessary, run the HD Setup Wizard to select HD mode. On the front panel of the set-top, press GUIDE and INFO at the same time. This will activate the HD Setup Wizard. • If the set-top is plugged into a wall switch, verify that the switch is in the ON position. Note: You should avoid plugging the set-top into an outlet controlled by a wall switch. -
Page 15: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions What is Digital Television? Digital television (DTV) is a huge leap forward in television technology compared to analog television that has been widely available since the 1940s. DTV is delivered and displayed using digital encoding, similar to the way a PC operates. -
Page 16: Picture Formats
Picture Formats What is the Difference Between a Standard-Screen and a Wide-Screen HDTV? The type of screen your HDTV has (wide screen or standard screen) determines how the set-top displays programs on the screen. The picture format for an HDTV is a combination of aspect ratio and screen resolution and is different for standard-screen and wide-screen HDTVs. -
Page 17: Connecting To An Hdtv With An Hdmi Connector
Connecting to an HDTV with an HDMI Connector WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the set-top. Required cables: • 1 HDMI cable Back of Set-Top CAUTION DIGITAL RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CATV CONVERTER AUDIO... -
Page 18: Connecting To An Hdtv With A Dvi Connector
Connecting to an HDTV with a DVI Connector WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the set-top. Required cables: • 1 HDMI-to-DVI or 1 HDMI cable and 1 DVI adapter • 1 audio Left/Right cable Back of Set-Top CAUTION... -
Page 19: Connecting To An Hdtv With Component Input (Ypbpr)
Connecting to an HDTV with Component Input (YPbPr) WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the set-top. Required cables: • 1 component video cable with 3 connectors (YPbPr) • 1 audio Left/Right cable Back of Set-Top CAUTION DIGITAL RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK... -
Page 20: Connecting To A Home Theater System With Component Input (Ypbpr)
Connecting to a Home Theater System with Component Input (YPbPr) WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the set-top. Required cables: • 1 component video cable with 3 connectors (YPbPr) • 1 digital audio cable Back of Set-Top CAUTION... -
Page 21: Connecting To A Stereo Vcr And Hdtv (Optional)
Connecting to a Stereo VCR and HDTV (optional) WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the set-top. Required cables: • 1 RF coaxial cable • 2 composite video cables • 2 audio Left/Right cables Back of Set-Top CAUTION DIGITAL... -
Page 22: Connecting To An Hdtv With A 1394 Connector
Connecting to an HDTV with a 1394 Connector WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the set-top. Required cables: • 1 4-pin to 4-pin 1394 cable (Consult your TV user guide) •... - Page 23 However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful Cisco Systems, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions interference to radio or television reception, which can be that may appear in this guide. We reserve the right to change determined by turning the equipment OFF and ON, the user is this guide at any time without notice.
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