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- Page 1 User Guide RNG150N High-Definition Digital STB...
- Page 2 Motorola to provide notification of such revision or change. Motorola provides this guide without warranty of any kind, implied or expressed, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... - Page 4 Do not install the terminal in an area where condensation occurs. • To prevent the temporary loss of guide data and cause a temporarily non-responding terminal, do not plug the AC power cord into a switched power outlet. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2...
- Page 5 FCC Declaration of Conformity Motorola Inc., Home & Network Mobility, 101 Tournament Drive, Horsham, PA 19044, 1-215-323-1000, declares that the RNG150N set-top complies with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B digital device. Industry Canada (IC) This Class B digital device complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Page 6: Software License
Software. The Software is never sold. Motorola licenses the Software to the original customer and to any subsequent licensee for personal use only on the terms of this License. Motorola and its third party licensors retain the ownership of the Software. - Page 7 License. Motorola is not responsible for any third party software that is provided as a bundled application, or otherwise, with the Software or that is downloaded to, or otherwise installed on, the Product.
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Page 8: Table Of Contents
Connecting an SDTV ........................17 Connecting an SDTV and VCR/DVD Recorder ................19 Connecting an A/V Receiver, SDTV, and VCR/DVD Recorder ............21 Recording Your Connections ...................... 23 Data Devices ..........................24 Data Features .......................... 24 High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 9: Tables
On-Screen Graphics ........................25 Configuring the User Settings ....................26 Getting Started ..........................26 Configuring the RNG150N Settings on the User Settings Menu Screen ........26 Native Mode Settings Screen ......................31 Additional HDMI Settings Screen ....................35 Additional Closed Caption Settings Screen ................... 38 Subtitle and DVS Settings Screen .................... -
Page 10: High-Definition Digital Stb Rng150N • User Guide
Figures Figure 16: Additional Closed Caption Settings menu screen ............38 Figure 17: Subtitle and DVS Settings Menu Screen ..............40 Figure 18: Advanced Audio/Video Settings Menu Screen ............42 High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 11: Introduction
Congratulations on receiving a Motorola RNG150N High-Definition All-Digital Cable Set- top box, one of the most advanced interactive digital cable set-tops available today. Motorola has merged the extraordinary features of digital cable — the seemingly endless programming options, interactive program guides, Video on Demand (VOD), and the incredible picture quality and sound of High-Definition TV (HDTV). -
Page 12: Front Panel
Home LAN — Illuminates to indicate one or more set-top boxes and/or DVR devices are detected on the home network Rec — Unit is in record mode on a home network device Power Button — Turns the set-top on and off (standby) High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 13: Rear Panel
USB* 2.0 — High-Speed peripheral device connection Ext IR Input – Connects to a remote control receiver accessory cable IEEE-1394 — Audio and video device connection Power connector * Availability of certain features is dependent upon application support. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 14: Operation
Refer to the Interactive Program Guide’s instruction manual for detailed instructions. M-Card™ The M-Card is required to view cable television programs and interactive on-demand programs. The M-Card should not be removed. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 15: Connecting Your Rng Set-Top
Use the guidelines below to determine the best video connection for your home entertainment system. Note: Only one video connection to the TV is required. HD video can only be viewed with HDMI, IEEE-1394, or component video connections. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 16: Hdmi Or Ieee-1394 - Hdtv And Sdtv
RF Output — SDTV If no other input is available on your TV, the RF Output of the RNG150N set-top can be connected to the Antenna or Cable Input on your TV. The RF Output carries both video and audio. Set your TV to channel 3 or 4. -
Page 17: Connecting An Hdtv - Single Connection For Video/Audio
RNG set-top. Refer to On Screen Graphics for more information. If you have an audio/video receiver and are not using your TV’s speakers, go to Connecting an A/V Receiver — Audio. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 18: Figure 3: Connecting An Hdtv - Single Connection For Video/Audio
Note: On screen graphics are not displayed when you use an IEEE-1394 connection. Refer to On Screen Graphics for more information. Note: Solid lines indicate optimum connections. Note: Optional HDMI connection to A/V Receiver shown but not required. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 19: Connecting An Hdtv - Separate Video/Audio Connections
If your TV does not have digital audio inputs, connect the stereo audio cable to the audio L/R connectors on the RNG150N set-top and the audio L/R connectors on the HDTV. If your TV supports digital audio inputs, use the digital audio optical S/PDIF or coaxial S/PDIF outputs instead of the audio L/R outputs. -
Page 20: Figure 4: Connecting An Hdtv - Separate Video/Audio Connections
Figure 4: Connecting an HDTV — Separate Video/Audio Connections Note: Only one video connection and one audio connection needs to be made to an HDTV. Note: Solid lines indicate optimum connections. Note: HDMI-to-DVI adapter is not included with the set-top. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 21: Figure 5: Connecting To An Hdtv - Alternative Audio Connections
Figure 5: Connecting to an HDTV — Alternative Audio Connections Note: Only one audio connection needs to be made. Note: Solid lines indicate optimum connections. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 22: Connecting An A/V Receiver - Audio
Stereo audio — Connect the stereo audio cable to the audio L/R connectors on the RNG set-top and the audio L/R connectors on the A/V receiver. For information on configuring your RNG set-top settings, see Configuring the User Settings. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 23: Figure 6: Connecting An A/V Receiver - Audio
Figure 6: Connecting an A/V Receiver — Audio Note: Only one audio connection needs to be made to an A/V Receiver. Note: Solid lines indicate optimum connections. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 24: Connecting An Sdtv
RNG set-top. The RF connection carries video and audio. These video connection methods do not support HD video. If you have an HDTV, see Connecting an HDTV — Single Connection for Video/Audio. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 25: Figure 7: Connecting An Sdtv
Figure 7: Connecting an SDTV Note: Composite video requires separate audio connections. Note: Only one video connection and one audio connection are required. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 26: Connecting An Sdtv And Vcr/Dvd Recorder
Connecting an SDTV and VCR/DVD Recorder 1. Connect a stereo audio cable to the audio L/R connectors on the RNG150N set-top and the input audio L/R connectors on the VCR/DVD recorder. 2. Connect a composite video cable to the video out connector on the RNG150N set- top and the input video connector on the VCR/DVD recorder. -
Page 27: Figure 8: Connecting An Sdtv And Vcr/Dvd Recorder
Figure 8: Connecting an SDTV and VCR/DVD Recorder High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 28: Connecting An A/V Receiver, Sdtv, And Vcr/Dvd Recorder
RNG set-top. The RF connection carries video and audio. These video connection methods do not support HD video. If you have an HDTV, see Connecting an HDTV — Single Connection for Video/Audio. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 29: Figure 9: Connecting An A/V Receiver, Sdtv, And Vcr/Dvd Recorder
Figure 9: Connecting an A/V Receiver, SDTV, and VCR/DVD Recorder Note: Consult your A/V receiver manual for additional wiring options or constraints when including a VCR/DVD recorder in your configuration. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 30: Recording Your Connections
You can use this diagram to reconnect your system if you move the equipment or add new equipment. Disconnect the power from the RNG set-top before connecting or changing cable connections. Do not place another component or object on top of the RNG set-top. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 31: Data Devices
Internet access, e-mail, IP telephony, e-commerce, and home banking. Note: Your RNG set-top may be equipped with the interface connections illustrated, but their functionality depends on the services offered by your service provider. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 32: On-Screen Graphics
• On-screen graphics are not available on all video output combinations. • On-screen graphics are not displayed when you use the IEEE-1394 connection on the rear panel of the RNG set-top. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 33: Configuring The User Settings
3. Initialize the RNG150N and authorize it for services. 4. Turn the TV on. When using an HDMI connection between the RNG150N and the television, be sure to have the cable connected and the TV powered on before adjusting the video settings. -
Page 34: Figure 11: User Settings Menu-No Hdmi Connection
Configuring the User Settings Figure 11: User Settings Menu—No HDMI Connection If the RNG150N is connected via HDMI to a display device such as a television, the default User Settings menu is updated to reflect this information. The YPbPr Output menu option is replaced with the HDMI/YPbPr Output menu option as shown in the following example. -
Page 35: Figure 13: User Settings Menu-Main Menu Screen
See the Troubleshooting section for more information. The User Settings menu options available from the main screen are illustrated and defined below. Figure 13: User Settings Menu—Main Menu Screen High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 36: Table 3: User Settings Menu Field Descriptions
HDMI/YPbPr Output setting to the 1080p60 setting. 4:3 Override Allows you to select the video output format of the RNG150N when it is tuned to a Standard-Definition program or playing back a Standard- Definition program from the DVR. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide... - Page 37 HDMI connection. These settings are discussed in more detail below. If no HDMI device is connected to the RNG150N, this option is disabled and can’t be selected in the menu.
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Page 38: Native Mode Settings Screen
When using the native mode feature of the RNG150N, please exercise caution when selecting the formats from the checklist. If a format is selected that is not compatible with the television, there may be a loss of video whenever the RNG150N is tuned to a channel which is broadcast in that format. -
Page 39: Figure 14: Native Mode Settings Menu Screen
(YPbPr) cables, the checklist will need to be customized manually. Note that at least one of the [1080p - 1080i – 720p – 480p – 480i] formats must be selected from the checklist for the RNG150N to operate properly in native mode. The Native Mode Settings menu screen is illustrated and defined below. -
Page 40: Table 4: Native Mode Settings Field Definitions
1080p60 is a high-definition video image with 1920 x 1080 pixels, progressive scanning, and a frame rate of 60 frames per second. This option is only available if the RNG150N is connected to an HDMI display device. If no HDMI connection is detected, this option is disabled and can’t be selected in the menu. - Page 41 Description Setting Generates 480p video on both the HDMI and Component Video (YPbPr) 480p outputs if the program is broadcast in 480p format. The RNG150N can also (Enhanced convert any other broadcast format to the 480p video format. Definition) 480p is an enhanced-definition video image with 720 x 480 pixels, progressive scanning, and a frame rate of 60 frames per second.
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Page 42: Additional Hdmi Settings Screen
The Additional HDMI Settings menu is used to configure advanced options that affect the operation of the RNG150N with other HDMI and DVI display devices. Adjustable options include display mode, color space, audio output mode, and audio lip sync delay. -
Page 43: Table 5: Additional Hdmi Settings Field Definitions
• DVI—Optimized to work with a DVI television or display device (connected via an HDMI-to-DVI adapter). Allows you to adjust the color space used by the RNG150N to generate the video Color Space signals on the HDMI output. YCC 4:4:4 is the default setting. - Page 44 Restores all of the settings on this screen (HDMI/DVI Mode, Color Space, Audio Restore Default Output, and Lip Sync) to their default values. HDMI Settings Use this option if you lose audio and/or video after changing these settings from their default values. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2...
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Page 45: Additional Closed Caption Settings Screen
You may also select to view different closed caption services if these are included within the broadcast program. The Additional Closed Caption Settings menu screen is illustrated and defined below. Figure 16: Additional Closed Caption Settings menu screen High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... -
Page 46: Table 6: Additional Closed Caption Settings Field Definitions
Table 6: Additional Closed Caption Settings Field Definitions Setting Description Sets the service used by the RNG150N to render (draw) the closed captions: Service Selection • Analog—Affects closed captions for analog and digital standard definition services. Available options are: CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, T1, T2, T3, or T4. The default setting is CC1. -
Page 47: Subtitle And Dvs Settings Screen
The Subtitle and DVS Settings menu is used to customize the language and appearance of subtitles and to turn the descriptive video service feature on and off on the RNG150N. Subtitles allow a viewer to watch television programs and movies which contain dialogue that is not in the viewer’s native language. -
Page 48: Table 7: Subtitle And Dvs Settings Field Definitions
Service • Off—The DVS audio track is not played by the RNG150N. • On—The DVS audio track is played by the RNG150N if it is included in the program. Note: If the DVS setting is disabled and can’t be selected from the menu, the software installed on the RNG150N can’t support the DVS feature. -
Page 49: Advanced Audio/Video Settings Screen
Advanced Audio/Video Settings Screen The Advanced Audio/Video Settings menu is used to customize several advanced audio and video features of the RNG150N, most notably the Dolby Volume feature and the Video Sharpness feature. The Dolby Volume feature provides volume normalization across channels, programs, and commercials. -
Page 50: Table 8: Advanced Audio/Video Settings Field Definitions
The Video Sharpness setting affects the HDMI and Component Video (YPbPr) outputs. Level of 3 is the default value. The RNG150N supports five distinct levels of analog video picture sharpness. A value of 1 corresponds to a “softer” picture while a value of 5 corresponds to a “sharper”... -
Page 51: Troubleshooting
• Verify that you have the correct cables for the audio connections. • Verify that the audio cables are firmly connected between the RNG set-top and the audio playback device (TV, receiver, DVD player, etc.). High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2... - Page 52 • Verify on the User Settings menu that closed captions are enabled on the RNG display set-top. • Verify that closed captions are enabled on the TV. Note: Closed captioning may not be available on the current program. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2...
- Page 53 TV. Colors do not appear Be sure to match up each signal to the same YPbPr connection on the TV, correctly otherwise the colors will not appear correctly on your TV. High-Definition Digital STB RNG150N • User Guide 365-095-17388-x.2...
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