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- Page 1 ® EXPLORER Digital Home Communications Terminal User’s Installation Guide...
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Page 2: Important Rules For Safe Operation
IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Note to the Installer Note to CATV System Installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC (Section 54, Part I of the Canadian Electrical Code), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the CATV cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of... - Page 3 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION , Cleaning the Equipment Before cleaning this equipment, unplug it from the electrical outlet. Use a damp cloth to clean this equipment. Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use a magnetic/static cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this equipment.
- Page 4 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION , Liquid or Moisture Do not expose this equipment to liquid or moisture. Do not place this equipment on a wet surface. Do not spill liquids on or near this equipment. Lightning and Power Surges Ground (earth) your cable system to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
- Page 5 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION , Grounding This equipment has a two-prong plug. Properly ground (earth) this equipment by inserting the plug into a grounded electrical, two-socket outlet. If this plug is polarized it has one wide prong and one narrow prong. This plug fits only one way.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Overview Getting Started ... 7 Using This Guide ... 8 Selecting Your Connection Diagrams ... 9 Explorer DHCT Front Panel ... 10 Explorer DHCT Back Panel ... 11 Using an RF Bypass Module ... 14 Optional Devices ... 12 through 16 Connection Diagrams... -
Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started Installation Overview The following list provides an overview of the installation process. 1. Determine the electronic devices you must connect using the information on page 9. 2. Connect the DHCT and your electronic devices using the diagrams in this guide, based upon the information on page 9. -
Page 8: Using This Guide
Using This Guide Important Messages Please read this entire guide before you install or operate this equipment. Look for the following safety symbol throughout this guide: Read the caution or warning that appears with each safety symbol throughout this guide. CAUTION: Do not place a magnet, or any type of magnetic/static dust removal device on or... -
Page 9: Selecting Your Connection Diagrams
Selecting Your Connection Diagrams Introduction This section provides a list of electronic devices that connect to your DHCT. The Optional Devices list includes devices that may be required for specific combinations of viewing and listening preferences. The TV and VCR Setup table includes the audio and video options (non-stereo, stereo, and S-Video) on your TV and VCR. -
Page 10: Explorer Dhct Front Panel
Explorer DHCT Front Panel T8473 Smart card slot Allows smart card use Message indicator Indicates a message is waiting when blinking or illuminated Display Displays the channel numbers and time of day Bypass indicator Indicates optional bypass feature is on when illuminated VOL- and VOL+ (For test) CH- or CH+... -
Page 11: Explorer Dhct Back Panel
Explorer DHCT Back Panel CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Note: The back panel of your DHCT may vary slightly. 1 Ethernet Connect an Ethernet-equipped computer, optional 2 USB Connect external equipment (Universal Serial Bus) 3 1394 Connect 1394-equipped devices, optional 4 Digital... -
Page 12: Optional Devices
Optional Devices Connecting a VHF Transformer for Non-Cable-Ready TV If your TV is not cable ready, follow these steps to connect a VHF transformer. After you connect the transformer, your TV is considered “cable ready” and you can connect additional electronic devices to your TV and the DHCT. -
Page 13: 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 Required Cables Set of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables Coaxial Cables Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of TV VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO... -
Page 14: Using An Rf Bypass Module
Optional Devices, continued Using an RF Bypass Module When you use the Bypass feature, the regular (analog) cable signal bypasses the Explorer DHCT and goes directly to your TV, which allows you to view any regular cable program. At the same time, the DHCT sends cable signals to your VCR, and you can record any channel to which the DHCT is tuned, including premium or pay-per-... - Page 15 Optional Devices, continued OUT TO IN FROM CABLE/ ANT. ANTENNA MODEL E2051-X01 CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN LISTED CABLE 14141 CABLE FROM BYPASS INPUT 120 VAC 60Hz 40W Bypass Module Attached to EXPLORER DHCT 5 Align the mounting tabs with the screw holes. Tighten the screws;...
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Page 16: Optional Devices
Optional Devices, continued Connecting a Digital Audio Decoder Required Cables Digital Audio Coaxial Cable Note: See page 9 to locate additional connection diagrams appropriate for your system. Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of Digital... -
Page 17: Connection Diagrams
Connection Diagrams Connecting a Non-Stereo TV Required Cables Coaxial Cable Note: Audio output from the DHCT CABLE OUT is monaural (non-stereo). Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of TV Cable Input CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN LISTED... -
Page 18: Connecting A Stereo Tv
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV Required Cables Set of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of TV LEFT AUDIO RIGHT Cable Input CABLE COMMUNICATIONS CABLE IN AUDIO CABLE... -
Page 19: Connecting A Non-Stereo Tv And A Non-Stereo Vcr
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Non-Stereo TV and a Non-Stereo VCR Required Cables Coaxial Cables Notes: Audio output from the DHCT CABLE OUT is monaural (non- stereo). Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of TV... -
Page 20: Connecting A Non-Stereo Tv And A Stereo Vcr
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Non-Stereo TV and Stereo VCR Required Cables Coaxial Cables Note: This setup provides monaural (non-stereo) sound only. To listen to stereo sound, you must add a device with stereo speakers. Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO... -
Page 21: Connecting A Stereo Tv And A Non-Stereo Vcr
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV and Non-Stereo VCR Required Cables Set of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables Coaxial Cables Notes: • If you connect to S-VIDEO OUT, you must connect the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO OUT on the DHCT to the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO IN connectors on your TV, VCR, or stereo. -
Page 22: Connecting A Stereo Tv And A Stereo Vcr
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV and Stereo VCR Required Cables Sets of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of TV LEFT AUDIO RIGHT Cable Input CABLE IN AUDIO CABLE... -
Page 23: Connecting A Stereo Tv With S-Video Input
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV with S-Video Input Required Cables S-Video Cable Stereo/Audio Cables Notes: • If you connect to S-VIDEO OUT, you must also connect the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO OUT on the DHCT to the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO IN connectors on your TV, VCR, or stereo. -
Page 24: Other Connection
Connection Diagrams, Connecting a Stereo TV and Stereo VCR with S-Video Input Required Cables S-Video Cables Stereo/Audio Cables Notes: • If you connect to S-VIDEO OUT, you must connect the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO OUT on the DHCT to the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO IN connectors on your TV, VCR, or stereo. -
Page 25: 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 Required Cables Stereo/Audio Cables Coaxial Cables Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of Stereo Receiver/ Amplifier Back of TV LEFT CABLE/... -
Page 26: 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 Required Cables Sets of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables Stereo/Audio Cables Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of Stereo Receiver/Amplifier Back of TV LEFT... -
Page 27: Connection Diagrams
Connection Diagrams, continued Connecting a Stereo TV, Stereo VCR, and Home Theatre Receiver Required Cables Sets of Video/ Stereo Audio Cables Digital Audio Coaxial Cable Coaxial Cables Explorer DHCT CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO DIGITAL AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO DATA 1394 1394 ETHERNET Back of Home... -
Page 28: Using The Dhct
Using the DHCT Connecting the DHCT After you connect the DHCT and any additional electronic devices in your system, follow these steps: 1. Verify that the DHCT is connected to the 75 W coaxial cable coming from the wall. 2. Plug the DHCT and other devices into your AC power source. -
Page 29: Tips For Improved Performance
Tips for Improved Performance Check and Correct If your DHCT does not perform as expected, the following tips may help. If you need further assistance, contact your cable service provider. No picture • Plug your TV and DHCT into an electrical outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch. - Page 30 Tips for Improved Performance, DHCT does not work • Verify that the DHCT is properly plugged into an electrical outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch. • Verify that all cables are properly connected. • If the electrical outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure the switch is in the ON position.
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Page 31: Notices
Notices Trademarks Scientific-Atlanta, Scientific-Atlanta ARCs Logo, and EXPLORER are registered trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. VCR Commander is a trademark of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. Other trademarks listed herein are the property of their respective owners. Disclaimer Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may appear in this guide. - Page 32 2) the device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. EXPLORER ® Digital Home Communications Terminal models: Model E2000 and E3000 Manufactured by: Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.; 4261 Communications Drive; Atlanta, Georgia 30093-2860; USA...
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