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- Page 1 User Guide Cisco Explorer 1540 and 1542 Digital-Only Interactive Set-Tops with Multi-Stream CableCARD Interface RNG100 DATA REMOTE POWER USB 2.0...
- Page 2 Notice to Installers The servicing instructions in this notice are for use by qualifi ed service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualifi ed to do so.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................2 Welcome ................................4 Safety First................................4 Record Product Serial Numbers..........................4 Front Panel ................................5 Back Panel ................................6 Connecting the Set-Top ............................7 Connections for a Standard-Defi nition TV and VCR .....................8 Performance Tips ..............................9 Automatic Software Updates ..........................9 Frequently Asked Questions ..........................9 Connection Diagrams ............................10 Compliance Information ............................13... -
Page 4: Important Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read these instructions. Outdoor Grounding System 2) Keep these instructions. If this product connects to an outdoor antenna or cable system, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded (earthed). This 3) Heed all warnings. provides some protection against voltage surges and built-up 4) Follow all instructions. - Page 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, continued Eliminate AC Power/Mains Overloads • Do not place this apparatus on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. • Do not place this apparatus on an unstable surface. • Do not install this apparatus in an enclosure, such as a WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fire bookcase or rack, unless the installation provides proper hazard! Do not overload AC power/mains, outlets,...
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Page 6: Welcome
1540 and 1542 and to access your program services. The consumer support website provides news and information about this product. For more information, please refer to http://www.cisco.com/web/consumer/support/index.html. Safety First Before using the set-top read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS section of this guide. -
Page 7: Front Panel
Front Panel RNG100 Explorer 1542 DATA REMOTE ® POWER USB 2.0 Power Button Applies power to the set-top Power LED Illuminates when the set-top is powered on. The LED is green IR Sensor Receives the infrared signal from the remote control USB 2.0 Port Connects to external equipment, such as a keyboard or a mouse, software controlled Note: This illustration may vary from the actual product. -
Page 8: Back Panel
Back Panel STB SN: SABQQDTLG eCM MAC: 001CEA5B53A7 M-CARD SN: PKCPTMFDV M-CARD SN: PKCPTMFDV M-CARD MAC: 001BD746C7CB M-CARD MAC: 001BD746C7CB 12V DC S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OPTICAL ETHERNET CABLE IN CABLE OUT MULTI-STREAM CABLE CARD AUDIO DC Inlet Connects to the external power supply for the set-top Bar Code Label Contains set-top serial number and MAC address S-Video Out Connects to an S-Video cable that sends an S-Video signal to your TV or VCR. -
Page 9: Connecting The Set-Top
Connecting the Set-Top To connect your set-top to your entertainment devices, complete these steps. Unplug all appropriate electronic devices before connecting the set-top. Connect your SDTV to the set-top. Refer to the Connection Diagrams section beginning on page 10. Identify the additional devices you will Home Theater connect to the set-top and TV. -
Page 10: Connections For A Standard-Definition Tv And Vcr
Connections for a Standard-Definition TV and VCR When using the set-top with an SDTV, you must make one of the following connections to view content. Some SDTVs may not have all of these connections. In addition, you can make connections to a VCR to archive recordings to a VCR tape. -
Page 11: Performance Tips
Performance Tips If the set-top does not perform as expected, the following tips may help. If you need further assistance, contact your service provider. No Picture • Verify that the power to your TV is turned on. • If the set-top is plugged into a wall switch, verify that the wall switch is in the ON position. Note: You should avoid plugging the set-top into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch. -
Page 12: Connection Diagrams
Connection Diagrams Connecting to a TV 1542 STB SN: SABQQDTLG eCM MAC: 001CEA5B53A7 S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OPTICAL CABLE IN CABLE IN CABLE OUT CABLE OUT AUDIO Cable Input WARNING: Electric shock LEFT hazard! Unplug all electronic CABLE/ ANTENNA devices before connecting or AUDIO VIDEO disconnecting any device... - Page 13 Connecting to a TV and VCR 1542 STB SN: SABQQDTLG eCM MAC: 001CEA5B53A7 S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OPTICAL CABLE IN CABLE IN CABLE OUT CABLE OUT AUDIO Cable Input LEFT LEFT RF IN CABLE/ ANTENNA WARNING: Electric shock VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO hazard! Unplug all electronic RF OUT...
- Page 14 Connecting to a Home Theater Receiver and TV 1542 STB SN: SABQQDTLG eCM MAC: 001CEA5B53A7 S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO OPTICAL CABLE IN CABLE IN CABLE OUT AUDIO Cable Input Home DIGITAL TV/CABLE VIDEO 1 COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR AUDIO Theater Receiver S-VIDEO S-VIDEO...
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Page 15: Compliance Information
• Any changes or modifi cations not expressly approved by is provided. Any reproduction or distribution of this fi rmware, Cisco Systems, Inc., could void the user’s authority to or any portion of it, without the express written consent of operate the equipment. - Page 16 Lawrenceville, GA 30042 www.cisco.com Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affi liates in the U.S. and other countries. To view a list of Cisco’s trademarks, go to this URL: www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Rovi is a trademark of Rovi Corporation.