Access appliance
sd3 series
series 7000 (24 pages)
Summary of Contents for Coaxmedia SD301
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SD301 Access Appliance User’s Guide Revision A May 2003 601013-002...
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Therein, coaXmedia does not warranty that the products will be error free or will operate without interruption. coaXmedia reserves the right to revise or update its products, software, or...
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Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme à la norme Canadienne NMB- 003. NEC Compliance The SD301 Access Appliance is intended to be connected to a cable system, which has been properly grounded in accordance with the National Electric Code. UL Compliance...
SD301 Access Appliance Table of Contents Table of Contents ................. i Contact Information ..............1 Important Rules for Safe Operation........2 Service ................. 3 Introduction ................4 Features ................4 What You Have ..............5 What You Need ..............5 2.3.1...
SD301 Access Appliance Contact Information If after reading through the provided documentation you still have questions regarding your Access Appliance, please contact your service provider See your Service Contract/Agreement for the appropriate customer service or technical support phone numbers. User’s Guide 1...
SD301 Access Appliance Important Rules for Safe Operation The Access Appliance has been engineered with both performance and safety in mind. However, safety is also your responsibility. Read and observe all these recommended safety precautions. Check power sources. Plug this device only into the recommended power source indicated on the product’s marking label.
SD301 Access Appliance Ground the cable system. Be sure the outside cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984 (section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides information with respect to proper grounding of the cable system.
Introduction CoaXmedia welcomes you to the world of Broadband. Through the use of our SD301 Access Appliance and your PC, you can take advantage of the many Internet services available today, and will be ready with high-speed connectivity that is required for the services of tomorrow.
SD301 Access Appliance What You Have User’s Check the SD301 Access Appliance package. In addition to this Guide (CD), the package should contain: • 1 Access Appliance • 1 Ethernet PC cable • 2 coaxial cables • 1 Diplex-Filter or splitter (depending on SD model) •...
SD301 Access Appliance Using this Guide User’s Guide This has been provided to assist you in the installation and operation of your Access Appliance. Throughout this guide, special icons have been used to highlight specific points. Although many of these highlights are simply informative in nature, several denote points of user safety and should be read thoroughly and understood.
SD301 Access Appliance About the Access Appliance Front Panel The LED indicators on the front of the Access Appliance indicate its current operation status. These five indicators are described below. Description Operation On when power is being provided by the power...
SD301 Access Appliance Rear Panel The ports at the back of the Access Appliance connect the appliance to your computer, power, and to coax network. When making these connections, the TV/VCR and computer should be unplugged from the power source as a precaution.
These sections provide step-by-step instructions on installing you Access Appliance. Overview The SD301 Access Appliance is easy to install; taking an average of 15 minutes to setup. However, before getting started, it is important for you to read the following information.
SD301 Access Appliance Select Location The first aspect of installing your new Appliance will be selecting a CATV outlet that is located near your computer. When making your selection, consider where you use your PC/laptop and the distance between that location and the CATV outlet.
SD301 Access Appliance Connecting the Access Appliance This illustration diagrams the series of steps involved in connecting the parts together. Many parts have labeled connectors; those labels are in bold type. Two pieces of cable come packaged with the appliance; they are referred to as the “provided”...
SD301 Access Appliance Turn off power to the computer and TV (or VCR) before connecting up the cables as a precaution. It is recommended to disconnect them from the wall power outlets Step by Step 1 Disconnect the TV from the CATV Outlet Locate the cable connecting your TV (or VCR) to the wall cable TV/CATV outlet.
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AC power outlet. If the power adapter’s input voltage specification does not match what is being provided at your AC outlet, contact your service provider or coaXmedia for a replacement. User’s Guide 13...
SD301 Access Appliance Power can now be applied to the Appliance by plugging the power adapter into a unused AC power outlet (on a wall, power strip, surge protector, or UPS). The P indicator on the Appliance front panel should light up when power is applied.
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SD301 Access Appliance Click then on once more. If the computer prompts you to reboot, please do so now. For Windows 2000 and Windows ME: Start Settings Control Panel. Click on , then Network and Dial-Up Connections Double-click on the icon.
You will need to reenter this after you’re done using the coaXmedia SD301. Under Windows 2000, you must be logged in using an account with administrators’ rights in order to make the necessary changes.
SD301 Access Appliance Troubleshooting Connection Problems The P (Power) and S (Sync) LEDs should be ON; and you should see the T (Transmit) and R (Receive) LEDs flash when you attempt to browse the Internet. If the S or F LED is blinking or no LEDs are on, check all the hardware...
SD301 Access Appliance Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Many optional and replacement parts are available for the SD301 access appliance. If you need to replace or add a part, consult the service provider from whom you obtained this product. These appliance options and replacements are available. Specify the part number(s) as well as description(s) of any part when ordering to ensure correct identification of the item.
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