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Smart Card slot
Allows smart card use
1394 1394
Ethernet
Connect an
Ethernet-equipped
computer, optional
USB
Connect external equipment
Channel Number and Time of Day Display
Message Indicator
Indicates message from service provider.
Press Info key to access message.
Indicates optional bypass feature
S-Video output
Connect to S-Video
Data port
input of TV or VCR
Connect optional VCR
Commander module
DIGITAL
AUDIO
Digital Audio output
Connect external digital
surround-sound receiver
IEEE 1394
Connect 1394-equipped
devices, optional
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EXPLORER 3000/3030/3040
Display
(For technician use only)
Bypass Indicator
is on when illuminated
Cable Out
Connect to cable input
of TV or VCR
Audio Out (L/R)
Connect to left/right audio
channels of a stereo receiver
or a TV with stereo sound
Video Out
Connect to video
input of TV or VCR
Channel scroll up
Increase volume
EXPLORER 3000
Decrease Volume
Channel scroll down
Cable In
Connect to cable signal
from cable service provider
RF Bypass
Connect an optional
RF Bypass module
Power
ON/OFF button
AC Power
Connect the DHCT to an
AC electrical outlet and
Connect the AC power cord
from another device, such as
a TV or DVD player.
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- Page 1 Scientific Atlanta EXPLORER 3000/3030/3040 Channel scroll up Display Increase volume Channel Number and Time of Day Display (For technician use only) Message Indicator Indicates message from service provider. Power Press Info key to access message. ON/OFF button EXPLORER 3000 Bypass Indicator...
- Page 2 ® EXPLORER Digital Home Communications Terminal User’s Installation Guide...
- Page 3 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Read and Retain These Note to the Installer Instructions Note to CATV System Installer CAUTION • Read all of the instructions before you operate this This reminder is provided to call the CATV RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK equipment.
- Page 4 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION , continued Cleaning the Equipment Ventilation Before cleaning this equipment, unplug it from the This equipment has openings for ventilation that protect electrical outlet. Use a damp cloth to clean this it from overheating. To ensure the reliability of this equipment.
- Page 5 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION , continued Liquid or Moisture Power Sources Do not expose this equipment to liquid or moisture. Do A label on this equipment indicates the correct power not place this equipment on a wet surface. Do not spill source for this equipment.
- Page 6 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION , continued Grounding Damage that Requires Service For damage that requires service, unplug this equipment This equipment has a two-prong plug. Properly ground from the electrical outlet. Refer service to qualified (earth) this equipment by inserting the plug into a service personnel when any of the following occurs: grounded electrical, two-socket outlet.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Overview Connection Diagrams Getting Started ............7 Connecting a Non-Stereo TV ....... 17 Using This Guide ............. 8 Connecting a Stereo TV ........18 Selecting Your Connection Diagrams ....9 Connecting a Non-Stereo TV and a Explorer DHCT Front Panel ......... 10 Non-Stereo VCR ............. -
Page 8: Getting Started
Getting Started Installation Overview Installation Tips The following list provides an overview of the Follow these tips for proper DHCT operation: installation process. • Do not plug the DHCT into a wall outlet that is 1. Determine the electronic devices you must controlled by a wall switch. -
Page 9: Using This Guide
Using This Guide Important Messages Introducing the Explorer DHCT Please read this entire guide before you install or The Explorer ® Digital Home Communications operate this equipment. Look for the following Terminal (DHCT) is a converter that can view safety symbol throughout this guide: analog and digital signals. -
Page 10: Selecting Your Connection Diagrams
Selecting Your Connection Diagrams Introduction This section provides a list of electronic devices • Digital Audio Receiver for surround sound ... 16 that connect to your DHCT. The Optional Devices • Stereo Receiver or Amplifier for using list includes devices that may be required for external speakers ........ -
Page 11: Explorer Dhct Front Panel
Explorer DHCT Front Panel T8473 Smart card slot Allows smart card use VOL- and VOL+ Increases or decreases volume Message indicator Indicates a message is waiting (For test) (For technician use only) when blinking or illuminated CH- or CH+ Scrolls up or down through the Display Displays the channel numbers and channels... -
Page 12: Explorer Dhct Back Panel
Explorer DHCT Back Panel CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO 14141 THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE BYPASS OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS. 120 VAC 120 VAC CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE IN ANY OTHER... -
Page 13: Connecting A Vhf Transformer For Non-Cable-Ready Tv
Optional Devices Connecting a VHF Transformer for Non-Cable-Ready TV If your TV is not cable ready, follow these steps to Connect to CABLE OUT on DHCT connect a VHF transformer. or to OUT TO TV on VCR After you connect the transformer, your TV is considered “cable ready”... -
Page 14: Connecting A Tv With The Pip Feature To A Signal Splitter
Optional Devices, continued Connecting a TV with the PIP Feature to a Signal Splitter Explorer DHCT Required Cables Set of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN Coaxial Cables LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141... -
Page 15: Using An Rf Bypass Module
Optional Devices, continued Connecting the Module Using an RF Bypass Module Follow these steps to connect an RF Bypass module to When you use the Bypass feature, the regular the DHCT. (analog) cable signal bypasses the Explorer DHCT and goes directly to your TV, which allows you to CAUTION: Unplug the AC power cord and view any regular cable program. - Page 16 Optional Devices, continued Activating and Deactivating RF Bypass Cable Input From Wall OUT TO IN FROM CABLE/ ANT. ANTENNA If your remote control includes a Bypass key, follow these instructions to use the Bypass feature. To activate the Bypass feature, press the Bypass key.
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Page 17: Optional Devices
Optional Devices, continued Connecting a Digital Audio Decoder Explorer DHCT Cable Input Required Cables Digital Audio Coaxial Cable CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN CATV CONVERTER LISTED AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 Note: See page 9 to locate TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE... -
Page 18: Connection Diagrams
Connection Diagrams Connecting a Non-Stereo TV Cable Input Explorer DHCT Required Cables Coaxial Cable CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 Note: Audio output from TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE BYPASS OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS. -
Page 19: Connecting A Stereo Tv
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV Cable Input Explorer DHCT Required Cables Set of Video/ CABLE COMMUNICATIONS Stereo Audio Cables CABLE IN LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE BYPASS... -
Page 20: Connecting A Non-Stereo Tv And A Non-Stereo Vcr
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Non-Stereo TV and a Non-Stereo VCR Explorer DHCT Cable Input Required Cables Coaxial Cables CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL Notes: Audio output S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS. -
Page 21: Connecting A Non-Stereo Tv And A Stereo Vcr
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Non-Stereo TV and Stereo VCR Cable Input Explorer DHCT Required Cables Coaxial Cables CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE Note: This setup provides... -
Page 22: Connecting A Stereo Tv And A Non-Stereo Vcr
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV and Non-Stereo VCR Explorer DHCT Cable Input Required Cables Set of Video/ CABLE COMMUNICATIONS Stereo Audio Cables CABLE IN CATV CONVERTER LISTED AUDIO Coaxial Cables MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE... -
Page 23: Connecting A Stereo Tv And A Stereo Vcr
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV and Stereo VCR Cable Input Explorer DHCT Required Cables Sets of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS. -
Page 24: Connecting A Stereo Tv With S-Video Input
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV with S-Video Input Explorer DHCT Cable Input Required Cables S-Video Cable CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN Stereo/Audio Cables CATV CONVERTER LISTED AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS. -
Page 25: Connecting A Stereo Tv And Vcr With S-Video Input
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV and Stereo VCR with S-Video Input Explorer DHCT Cable Input Required Cables S-Video Cables CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN Stereo/Audio Cables LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS. -
Page 26: Connecting A Non-Stereo Tv, Non-Stereo Vcr, And Stereo Receiver Or Amplifier
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Non-Stereo TV, Non-Stereo VCR, and Stereo Receiver or Amplifier Explorer DHCT Cable Input Required Cables Stereo/Audio Cables CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN Coaxial Cables LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED 14141 TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE... -
Page 27: Connecting A Stereo Tv, Stereo Vcr, And Stereo Receiver Or Amplifier
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV, Stereo VCR, and Stereo Receiver or Amplifier Cable Input Explorer DHCT Required Cables Sets of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN Stereo/Audio Cables LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO CABLE DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO... -
Page 28: Connection Diagrams
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV, Stereo VCR, and Home Theatre Receiver Cable Input Required Cables Explorer DHCT " Sets of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN Digital Audio LISTED CATV CONVERTER AUDIO MADE IN MEXICO Coaxial Cable CABLE DIGITAL AUDIO... -
Page 29: Using The Dhct
Using the DHCT Connecting the DHCT Operating the DHCT After you connect the DHCT and any additional Choose one of the following options to operate the electronic devices in your system, follow these DHCT: steps: • Press the Power key on the front panel of the 1. -
Page 30: Tips For Improved Performance
Tips for Improved Performance Check and Correct No sound • Properly plug your TV and DHCT into an If your DHCT does not perform as expected, electrical outlet. the following tips may help. If you need further • Verify that all cables are properly connected. assistance, contact your cable service provider. - Page 31 Tips for Improved Performance, continued DHCT does not work Channel banner displays ??? (question marks) instead of the channel number • Verify that the DHCT is properly plugged into an electrical outlet that is not controlled by a • Press the INFO key on the remote control. You wall switch.
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Page 32: Notices
Notices Trademarks Software Use Notice Scientific-Atlanta, Scientific-Atlanta ARCs Logo, and Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. owns copyrights to the software EXPLORER are registered trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, described in this document and furnishes the software to you Inc. VCR Commander is a trademark of Scientific-Atlanta, under a license agreement. - Page 33 United States FCC Compliance FCC Declaration of Conformity This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is applicable limits of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are subject to the following two conditions: 1) the device may not designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful cause harmful interference, and 2) the device must accept any...