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Product Manual ICC2-ATSC 4S/ICC2-ATSC 4 HDTV Tuner/Controller October 3, 2017 S12 Control Version 6.9 HD Processor Version 6.38 Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
• ICC-Net commands from Display Express, iC Send software, or custom control system The ICC2-ATSC 4S is designed to offer advanced analog/digital tuning, yet be compatible with existing iCC-Net systems. IR Remote Operation The optional HD2-RC IR Remote is designed for control and setup of ATSC-series HDTV tuners, and normally, the tuner will respond to the remote in the same way as other ATSC-series tuners.
Display Express or a custom control system – it is likely not at the correct address. If an All Zones command (4095) is sent, and the unit responds – the address is incorrect. Check the settings via the front panel menu, or enable the IC-RC mode to display the current setting using an IR remote. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
RF Wiring Options There are two ways to wire RF feeds to the ICC2-ATSC 4S. Single RF Feed Most applications will use a single RF feed, either Cable or Air (Antenna). • Connect the RF feed to RF In on the top of the tuner. This allows the tuner to receive the iCC-Net control signal.
To Enter Front Panel Programming Mode: 1. Press and hold the Power button, then press the Volume Up (Right Arrow) button 2. Release all buttons, the ICC2-ATSC 4S will now be in the front-panel programming mode. The Air LED will flash, indicating programming mode.
RS-232 Control Library The ICC2-ATSC 4S includes a full library of make/model codes, noted by the Type number. The tuner is shipped pre-set to the type required for the order. The integrator can change the types from the front panel or IC-RC mode with an IR remote, or from a T0 command send to the tuner over RF.
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On-Screen Menus (IC-RC Mode) The remaining installation steps use the IR remote and the built-in character generator of the ICC2-ATSC 4S. 1. Change the IR Remote mode in front-panel menu 18 to IC-RC (18.0). This will enable the character generator to display the menus below.
A/C selects Air or Cable tuning • Fav Displays list of favorite channels • Guide displays on-screen Guide Features of many of the Special Function commands depend on whether the current channel is analog or digital. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
Zone 1, would be expressed as $A5, 1, 0 (first zone, device zero). A command sent to 257 would be $A5, 1, 1 (first zone, device 1 in the zone). See iCC-Net Zones following this section. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
RTI = Select port, Hex mode, enter A5 01 04 05 54 48 02 02 03 - note that when you go back to normal editing mode, the app inserts an \x before each Hex character Go to www.asciitable.com for a handy Decimal/ASCII/Hex conversion chart. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
1=Caption 1 (normal setting for most captioning) 2=Caption 2 3=Caption 3 4=Caption 4 5-8= Text 1-4 (rarely used) Volume Check with CR Support to see if Control Type supports external volume control 0=Tuner volume 1=External volume (such as video projector) Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
Moves cursor down to the first column of the next row. Text Timeout “$A5,<dh>,<dl>,3,’DQ’, <time>” (7 bytes) Sets screen timeout to specified time in seconds (1-254). If time is 0 or 255, any text on the screen will persist indefinitely, or until cleared. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
4 = Frame Search 11 = Channel 21 = Page Zone 22 = Page Room 25 = Go 21 = Attach Zone 32 = Attach Room Tip: The Menu entries are active even if the TV power is off. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
While many applications can use just the Zone number, it’s a good practice to assign a unique Unit number to each controller in the zone This allows the system software to address individual controllers if necessary. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
Menu is also displayed from the List command, selects channels advanced by the FAV Favorite Channels favorite channel command. Use the Up, Down arrows to move through the list, press Select to add a channel to Favorites. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
Opacity – foreground and background • Edge – 6 style options Version displays current version of tuner firmware V-Chip Settings Menus Manages access to programming for US and Canadian standards. The default PIN number for access is 0000 (four zeros). Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
• Time • Sound Settings • Video Noise Reduction - On/Off (if tuned to analog) Set to On – helps to clean up analog channels • Menu Language – English, Spanish, French Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
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Digital Out – AC-3 (Dolby 5.1), PCM, or variable-level PCM. Set to PCM when using audio through the HDMI connection – most displays cannot decode AC-3 (Dolby 5.1). • Auto Volume – On or off Pop-Up Menus Info Guide Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
The unit can be controlled locally with an IR remote, and can receive remote control commands over the same RF coax that carries the TV channels from an ICE-HE or an ICE-HE-DXL. The ICC2-ATSC 4S fits 2-across in 1RU rack space or can be mounted to a TV monitor or projector.
Specifications Physical – ICC2-ATSC 4S Size (HWD): 8.5” [216mm] wide x 1.74” [44mm] height (1 RU) x 8.0” [203mm] deep Weight: 1.86 lbs [845 g] Enclosure: Steel with black powder coat paint Mounting: Rack mounting for one or two units side-by-side optional (RK1, RK2EZ Physical –...
RK2EZ Dual Rack Kit, 1RU RF-AB RF A-B Switch, self-terminating, closure controlled (if system has dual Air and Cable feeds) IR-RXC External IR Receiver CC-COM or CC-232 RS-232 Control Cable CC-COM 3.5 or CC-COM 3.5x with 3.5mm mini plug Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC 4S...
Limited Warranty and Disclaimer Warranty: Three (3) year limited warranty on all parts and labor for Contemporary Research manufactured products from the day of purchase by authorized dealer. Manufactured products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship. If Contemporary Research receives notice of such defects during the warranty period, Contemporary Research will repair or replace, at its option, products that prove to be defective.
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