Technicolor DCI401MCS Integrator's Manual

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Page 2 REVISION RECORD Revision Date Revision Editor Revision Description 3/3/17 Angelo Peruch Update Software versions Page 2...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ............................. 4 Technical Specifications ......................... 6 What’s in the box? .......................... 8 Dimensions ............................. 9 Installation............................. 11 Remote Setup ..........................12 Performing a Channel Scan ......................14 Menu Functions ..........................15 Software Updates .......................... 16 Sending Commands and Setting Features..................19 Interactive Channel Guide ......................
Page 4: Introduction
➢ Zigbee RF4CE Radio frequency remote does not require line of site operations. This allows mounting the DCI401MCS in a hidden location on the back of furniture or the TV. ➢ Pairing feature mates the remote with an individual unit to facilitate multiple TV locations in close proximity.
Page 5 Simple Operations ➢ Simple operating system replicates the TV experience without requiring complex menus or remotes. ➢ Exceptionally simple system for less technical users to operate without problems. Small Compact Design ➢ Dimensions 4.4” X 3.2” X .8” 112mm X 81mm X 20mm Page 5...
Page 6: Technical Specifications
Full code SW download w image authentication Closed captioning & VBI Data Processing Insertion of CEA-608D closed captioning data (SCTE-20/SCTE-21) on RF Software Architecture TECHNICOLOR developed native software. User experience Operator configurable, simple channel up/down, volume up/down RF Remote Control Protocol...
Page 7 Front Panel Single-color LED for status indication and RF reception acknowledgement Back Panel Power input 5 Volt DC RF input F type connector RF output F-type connector - Channel 3/4 only HDMI port (with HDCP) Channel 3/4 switch Located on back panel General Data Product certification UL and FCC...
Page 8: What's In The Box
What’s in the box? Included with every DCI401MCS are the following: ➢ DCI401MCS set back box ➢ Power supply ➢ RF remote control and 2 AAA batteries ➢ 4’ coaxial jumper ➢ 4’ HDMI cable ➢ Instructions for remote control programming...
Page 9: Dimensions
Dimensions Front View Rear View .8” / 20mm 4.4” / 112mm Top View 3.2” / 81mm Page 9...
Page 10 Remote Control 2” / 50mm 7” / 180mm Page 10...
Page 11: Installation
However in a testing environment the unit has performed well between -5dBmV and +17dBmV. Connect the unit to the TV via provided HDMI cable. The DCI401MCS RF coaxial outputs only standard definition. If possible set the TV to default to the HDMI input used.
Page 12: Remote Setup
At default (out of the box), The DCI401MCS remote has no TV codes programmed. All RC keys will be transmitting RF4CE signals until the remote is set-up for sending TV IR codes.
Page 13 The DCI401MCS will also control most televisions. The user can program the remote to control a TV using infrared signal. The remote contains a US universal IR database. The remote control contains IR codes for the following TV functions: Power-toggle, Input, Volume+, Volume-, and Mute.
Page 14: Performing A Channel Scan
Performing a Channel Scan Upon initial power up the DCI401MCS will perform a channel scan. If PSIP mapping is being used the channels mapped in the EPG will load. A manual scan may be performed from the DCI401MCS menu. If IPG is used a manual scan will be required after the guide.xml file is created.
Page 15: Menu Functions
DCI401MCS boxes from the COM2000 interface. ➢ Software Version Should be the most current available from Technicolor. Take care if using PSIP on TVs not using DCI401MCS. PSIP channel mapping is disabled on software versions V01_22_XX and newer will disable PSIP channel mapping functions ➢...
Page 16: Software Updates
Important Note: V01_22_09 software (and newer) instruction set is to ignore PSIP mapping data from EPG. Channel mapping is done via the .XML file sent to the DCI401MCS. If you are using PSIP data load software version 02_21_06. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOAD SOFTWARE OLDER THAN 02.21.06, IT WILL RENDER THE DCI401 INOPPERABLE!
Page 17 Paste the copied file name into the Filename field. Enter the IP address of the COM46 card you are using for TFTP. It is recommended to enter the RF channel that the DCI401MCS is currently tuned to in the RF channel field.
Page 18 You can verify the software version by navigating to the DCI401MCS Setup page. This page also displays the input power level and SnR. Use the DCI401MCS remote and navigate to the Menu > System Info page. Software version Page 18...
Page 19: Sending Commands And Setting Features
Sending Commands and Setting Features The COM46 card can send commands and feature sets to the DCI401MCS. From the drop down menu on the 401 tab you can select several options. Page 19...
Page 20 0 = Download Now Used for software upgrades 1 & 2 3 = Feature Enable Select Feature Enable and Checkboxes Entry Mode. The page below will be displayed. By default all features are enabled. Unchecking a box will disable that feature. It is recommended to disable the Power and menu keys in most environments with multiple guests such as hotels..
Page 21 Clears all setting in the DCI401MCS 5 = Tune Channel 6 = Channel Scan Commands the DCI401MCS to perform a channel scan 7 = Display Message Places an on screen message on all channels. Enter a timeout in seconds and the message you would like to display on screen.
Page 22 12 = Channel Map Downloads a channel map to the DCI401MCS. Not used when PSIP or Guide.xml is functioning. If you wish to load a custom channel guide to a DCI401MCS follow the instructions on the Channel Map page: freqIndex-programNum MajorNum-MinorNum ChannelName...
Page 23 13 = System Mode System mode will send feature sets for the following: ➢ Closed Captioning ON OR OFF ➢ DTA power button ON, Off, (Cycle not used) Page 23...
Page 24 ➢ Volume Level 1=Volume off 100=full volume from the DCI401MCS. Actual maximum volume will be controlled by the current setting of the TV. ➢ Display Mode Sets display mode to: Auto (recommended) Stretch Pillarbox Zoom ➢ Time Zone Use EPG settings for time zone controls...
Page 25: Interactive Channel Guide
Note: V01_22_9 software (and newer) instruction set is to ignore PSIP mapping data. Channel mapping is done via the .XML file sent to the DCI401MCS. If you are using PSIP data retain or load software version 01_17_00 or earlier. IPG will not function.
Page 26: Ipg Channel Guide Setup
The channel information loads with the DIRECTV channel numbers as default, if left as is the DCI401MCS will be mapped to the DIRECTV channel lineup. You can edit the channel mapping as you would in an EPG system by changing the default number to the property requested lineup as shown below.
Page 27 The DCI401MCS and accessories are available through our Network of Distributors listed in the “Contact Us” section of www.technicolor.com/mcs . For added convenience, individual and small volume purchases of the DCI401MCS as well as spare Remotes and Power Supplies are also available via credit card purchase at: www.technicolorstore.com Page 27...