Cisco Systems 8540HDC, 8450HDC, 8550HDC Connections for a Standard-Definition TV and VCR, Video

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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 these connections. In addition, you can make connections to a VCR to record to a VCR tape. Refer to your TV and VCR user guides and the cabling diagrams in this guide for more detailed information.

Note: The labeling on your set-top, SDTV, and VCR may vary slightly.

Required Connections to an SDTV (use one)

 

The YPbPr connectors can provide standard-definition component

YPbPr

video signals to an SDTV.

Wizard on the set-top to HD Mode, and select the output video

 

Note: To connect YPbPr to an SDTV, you must set the HD Setup

 

format (typically 480i) that will match the capabilities of your SDTV.

Video-

to SDTVs.

 

The S-Video Out connection provides an optimal video connection

S

 

Out

The Cable Out connector provides a video and audio connection

Cable

to an SDTV.

 

Optional Connection to a VCR

 

For VCRs with Video and Left and Right audio connectors, you

VCR

can use the Out 2 connectors (Video, Left, and Right) on the

set-top.

Set-Top

 

SDTV

 

Connections

Connections

Pr

OUT 1

Y

 

L

R

Pb

L

Pb

 

 

 

 

 

Pr

 

 

 

Y

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT 2

 

 

L

R

 

 

 

 

S-VIDEO

L

S-VIDEO

 

 

OUT

R

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CABLE

CABLE IN/

 

OUT

 

 

ANT IN

 

Set-Top

 

VCR

 

Connections

Connections

OUT 2

A

 

 

L

R

 

 

 

L

U

 

 

 

 

D

VIDEO

 

 

 

I

AUDIO

R O

IN

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents
Cisco Explorer 8540HDC DVR 8550HDC DVR Patents Contents Important Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Verify the Power Source from the On/Off Power LightWhat’s In The Carton? Additional Equipment You Might NeedSafety First WelcomeIdentify Your Set-Top Power Turns the DVR on and off SelectIR Sensor GuideBack Panel Connectors Connecting the Set-Top See the Connection DiagramsConnections for an Hdtv and VCR Required Connections to an Hdtv use oneOptional Connections to a VCR use one Connections for a Standard-Definition TV and VCR Required Connections to an Sdtv use oneVideo Optional Connection to a VCRAccess Services and Programs View Television ProgrammingStretch and Zoom Program Avoid Screen Burn-InTroubleshooting Automatic Software UpdatesNo Picture No ColorFrequently Asked Questions What is Aspect Ratio? What is the Screen Resolution and Scan Rate?Picture Formats Connecting to an Hdtv with an Hdmi Connector Important Notes Regarding the Hdmi Interface on the Set-TopRequired cables Connecting to an Hdtv with a DVI Connector Video Audio Optical MULTI-STREAM Cable Card OUTConnecting to an Hdtv with Component Input YPbPr Optical MULTI-STREAM Cable Card Audio OUTBack of Home Theater Receiver Video OUTConnecting to a Stereo VCR and Hdtv optional ECM MAC 001AC3F4F757 STB RF MAC 001AC3F$F756Cable Input Back of Sdtv Connecting an External Sata Hard Disk Drive optional How the eSATA Drive Works with Your DVRGuidelines for Using the eSATA Hard Disk Drive Disconnecting the eSATA Hard Disk DriveRecommendations for the eSATA Drive Index VCRIndex FCC Compliance Scientific Atlanta, a Cisco Company
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