Rack Mounting ..............................27 RK2EZ Dual Rack Kit with Tie Bar Mounting ......................2727 RK1 Single Unit Rack Mount ............................ 27 RK2 – Locking Cases together ..........................27 Safety Instructions ............................... 28 Limited Warranty ..............................29 Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
A universal TV tuner, the 232-ATSC+1 can receive both analog and digital channels, in ATSC, NTSC, and clear QAM formats. Using an optional RF switcher, the tuner can switch between Antenna and Cable feeds.
Ring=DC power– (GND) Tip= IR data signal Power In: 2.1mm coaxial jack (inside center conductor positive) 1.1 A maximum, 11 to 14 VDC, 12 VDC typical, 13.2W 45 BTU, 15.2 W 52 BTU including power supply Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
SVGA is a trademark of the Video Electronics Standard Association HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories, Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Laboratories Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
4:3, 16:9 and Zoom options. Stores two different options for digital Screen and analog channels. Options vary in analog and digital, and the channel itself may restrict your options. You can also use the RATIO button on your remote. Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
Analog – Keep Digital (scan for analog, but keep all digital channels) Channel Scan Press Select Starts the scan, follows the Tune Mode selection Starts with analog channels, then digital. You can press Select to skip analog. Overscan Selects % overscan for all channels Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
If you go back to Static, the address you defined in that mode will be set MAC/SN Shows network MAC address Ex: 00:14:C8:02:13:BF First 3 bytes is the CR MAC address, 02 designates 232-ATSC+1, and the last two are the serial #. Front-Panel Button Sequences ...
In the 232-ATSC+1, you won’t need an RS-232 port. Just download the .zip file from our website, open the ZIP folder, then copy or drag the file to a pop-up file window, just as if the tuner was a memory stick.
Troubleshooting TUNING CABLE CHANNELS Tip: The 232-ATSC+1 will skip encrypted channels automatically when you activate a channel scan Tip: You can skip scanning analog channels by pressing Select after you start the scan. Symptom: Channel ID is in XX-XX form, not cable box Guide form ...
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Captioning on Video Outputs Symptom: Video out does not include captioning data The 232-ATSC+1 provides on-screen captioning on all ports. No captioning data is carried on any HD port (HDMI, RGB, and Component standards do not support carrying captioning data). However, the composite video output does carry Line 21 captioning data when tuned to either an analog or digital channel.
HD2-RC IR Remote The HD2-RC IR Remote included with the 232-ATSC+1 can be used to setup the tuner and for daily operation. All of the functions on the remote have equivalent commands in RS-232, Ethernet, and Wired IR formats. In addition, the 232-ATSC+1 front panel buttons can perform Power, Channel, and Volume control Power Turns tuner on and off.
Control Page Settings Page The 232-ATSC+1 features Web pages accessible by any browser over IP. The Control page features a full array of control options with interactive status feedback, including the native resolution of the program and if no signal is present. The Settings page can change all aspects of tuner setup and operation. The name of the tuner can be changed by clicking on the name at the top of the page.
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. Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
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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. Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
Version displays current version of tuner firmware V-Chip Settings Menus Manages access to programming for US and Canadian standards. The default PIN number for access is 0000 (four zeros. Change PIN Enter and confirm new PIN for access. Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
You can use RATIO on the remote – does the same setting. 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 Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
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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 Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
Time – current time and date Program – Times and name (if digital) Details – Resolution, Audio Mode, Captions, Rating Guide Shows the day’s programming guide for current station. Use Up or Down arrows to move through Guide. Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
The format of each group's status response string remains the same always. Up to 9 232-ATSC+1 units may be cabled together and addressed for individual control from a single RS-232 port. Each 232-ATSC+ is assigned a unique unit code.
Example: ‘>XA=38,1,0’ Physical channel will be same as major Channel name status >NC returns channel name, up to 7 characters Program name status >NP returns program name, up to 30 characters, 15 more if ñ there are non-ascii characters, such as Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
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IM Returns current MAC address and IP information IM=xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx Defines IP subnet mask, then sends status IP Mode Returns current mode IY=1 Static (default) IY=2 DHCP Telnet Port IX Returns current Telnet port (00023 default) IX=xxxxx Defines Telnet port Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
156=16:9 Ratio Full Wide 26=Vol Mute (tog) 4:3 Ratio Full 27=Power On 157=16:9 Ratio V Zoom 28=Power Off 4:3 Ratio H Zoom 29=Menu 158=AC-3(Dolby 5.1) 63=Guide 159=PCM 80=Freeze 160=PCM Variable 81=Signal 161=Display 16:9 82=Ratio 162=Display 4:3 85=Audio Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
< Volume 1 emulates 232-series volume level for compatibility with existing applications. Volume 2 shows actual 232-ATSC+1 level, from 0-100 steps. Mute status will be sent if a user mutes volume from an IR remote. Front Panel Mode Status Response String (S):...
Copy to your desktop or the Download folder many browsers use Plug a USB cable with micro USB connector between your PC and the USB port on the 232-ATSC+1 The connection will be installed, but without the correct driver.
3. Reinstall the bottom/chassis of the first unit underneath its cover and attach with just eight (8) of the screws removed in step 1. 4. Attach short rack ears to the side and towards the front of each unit with the four (4) supplied 8-32 by 1/4" (black) countersunk screws. Contemporary Research 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
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 232-ATSC+1 HDTV Tuner...
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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