The ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner is an integrated HDTV tuner/controller that networks HD display monitors and projectors in an iC-Net and SignStream display control system. As a universal TV tuner, the ICC2-ATSC can receive ATSC, NTSC, and clear QAM cable channels from an MATV antenna or CATV cable RF system.
IR In: 3.5 mm stereo input for external IR sensor or wired IR (no carrier, discrete codes available) Power In: 2.1mm coaxial jack (inside center conductor positive) 1.3 A maximum, 11.5 to 15 VDC, 12 VDC typical Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
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Front-Panel Setup • IC-Net commands from system or iC Send The reason for the options is that the ICC2-ATSC is designed to offer advanced analog/digital tuning, yet be compatible with existing iC-Net systems. IR Remote Operation The IC-RC Remote is used with analog tuners as well as media and text menu control functions when used in iC-Net control systems.
To Enter a Front Panel Programming Mode: 1. Press and hold the Power button, then press the Volume Up button 2. Release all buttons, the ICC2-ATSC will now be in the front-panel programming mode. The Air LED will flash, indicating programming mode.
65482 Display iCC-Net RF receive signal strength. Shows Net RX if receiving the iC-HE’s “heartbeat” pulse once per second, !NET RX if not. 65483 Display DF transmitter frequency deviation – should be 245 - 300 Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
All models All models Most models M3201/M4201 19.2 30XG-XB 115.2 PK8110/20 9600 FWD42PV1 Notes Added S-Video, RGB2 Wired IR, factory option Video=3 Single unit Also 26 (19.2) ID=0 All units Video=2 RGB=11 RGB=10 Also 15 (38.4) ID=All ID=All ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
• 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. ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
• Tip: Normally, use Auto. Most cable channels will be in standard frequencies. If all the channels tune in STD but channels 5 and 6, scan for IRC. If few channels can be found, scan for HRC. ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
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This page also displays from the Signal remote command. The graphic shows the current signal strength, and changes in real time. This allows you to monitor the strength of a channel as you adjust the antenna for best reception. ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
Edge – 6 style options Version displays current version of tuner firmware Manages access to programming for US and Canadian standards. The default PIN number for access is 0000 (four zeros. Enter and confirm new PIN for access. ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
Screen Format – 16:9 or 4:3 • 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 ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
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Multi-Track – English, French, Spanish • 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 ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
Time – current time and date • Program – Times and name (if digital) • Details – Resolution, Audio Mode, Captions, Rating Shows the day’s programming guide for current station. Use Up or Down arrows to move through Guide. ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
Zone 1, would be expressed as $A5, 1, 0 (first zone, device zero). A command sent to 257 would be $A5, 1, 1 (first zone, device 1 in the zone). See iC-Net SmartZones toward the end of this manual. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
Selects IR remote control operation (0=enabled, 1=disabled) Selects volume control operation (0=enabled, 1=disabled) Always 0 Selects front panel buttons operation (0=enabled, 1=disabled) 0=alpha labels off 1=alpha labels on 0=num labels off 1=num labels on 0=Tune Ring, 1=Send IR Keypad response ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
4=Cable Auto Tuning Style TC Response NA – When the ICC2-ATSC receives an analog channel command, it will attempt to tune the digital equivalent first. If there is not a matching virtual channel, the unit will tune the analog channel.
Moves cursor down to the first column of the next row. Text Timeout DQ “$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 HDTV Tuner/Controller...
Rack Mounting Two options are available for rack-mounting tuners. RK1-HD • Insert ICC2-ATSC into RK1-HD frame. Use screws included with kit to attach tuner to the side flanges. • RK2-HD • Use supplied screws to attach left tuner to left and top flanges •...
Typical RF and ICC-Net Signal Flow The diagram below shows the structure of a typical Contemporary Research media retrieval system. One of the key aspects for iCC-Net communication is to provide a forward and return (sub-channel) path for data. Contemporary Research...
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as possible. Contemporary Research ICC2-ATSC HDTV Tuner/Controller...
Limited Warranty Contemporary Research Corporation (CR) warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for a period of two years from the date of purchase from CR. Should such a defect occur CR will repair or replace, at their option, the defective product at no cost for parts or labor.
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