Scientific Atlanta Digital Home Communications Terminal Using This Guide, Important Messages

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Using This Guide

Important Messages

Please read this entire guide before you install or operate this equipment. Look for the following safety symbol throughout this guide:

Read the caution or warning that appears with each safety symbol throughout this guide.

CAUTION:

Do not place a magnet, or any type

of magnetic/static dust removal device on or near this equipment. Magnetic/static devices may affect the operation of this equipment.

Introducing the Explorer DHCT

The Explorer® Digital Home Communications Terminal (DHCT) is a converter that can view analog and digital signals. The Explorer DHCT provides exceptional picture quality and an Interactive Program Guide (IPG)–an interactive, on-screen browsing and program-selecting menu.

This guide provides diagrams of the front and back panels of the DHCT, diagrams for connecting the DHCT to other electronic devices, basic instructions for using the DHCT, and troubleshooting tips for proper operation.

Joining the Explorer Club

Scientific-Atlanta invites you to join the Explorer Club. This online club provides news and “what’s up” information about the Explorer DHCT and offers you a chance to win prizes and other premium items.

You can access the Explorer Club by logging on to the Internet and entering our address http://www.scientificatlanta.com. Then, click the Explorer user? Join the Explorer Club icon and follow the instructions.

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Contents User’s Installation Guide Important Rules for Safe Operation Read and Retain These InstructionsCleaning the Equipment PlacementAccessories VentilationLightning and Power Surges Power Cord ProtectionPower Sources Liquid or MoistureDamage that Requires Service GroundingContents Getting Started Installation OverviewInstallation Tips Using This Guide Important MessagesIntroducing the Explorer Dhct Joining the Explorer ClubIntroduction Selecting Your Connection DiagramsTV and VCR Setup Explorer Dhct Front Panel Explorer Dhct Back Panel BypassOptional Devices Connecting a TV with the PIP Feature to a Signal Splitter Required CablesUsing an RF Bypass Module Connecting the ModuleActivating and Deactivating RF Bypass Connecting a Digital Audio Decoder Digital Audio Coaxial CableConnection Diagrams Connecting a Non-Stereo TVConnecting a Stereo TV Connecting a Non-Stereo TV and a Non-Stereo VCR Connecting a Non-Stereo TV and Stereo VCR Connecting a Stereo TV and Non-Stereo VCR Dhct Cable OUT is Monaural non-stereoConnecting a Stereo TV and Stereo VCR Audio To TV Cable InputConnecting a Stereo TV with S-Video Input Connecting a Stereo TV and Stereo VCR with S-Video Input Bypass OUTBack Stereo Receiver Back of VCR Amplifier Back of TV Back of Stereo Receiver/Amplifier Back of TV VCR Back of Home Theatre Receiver Using the Dhct Connecting the DhctUsing the IPG, Remote Control, VCR Commander Module Operating the DhctTips for Improved Performance Check and CorrectDhct does not work Trademarks DisclaimerDocumentation Copyright Notice Software Use NoticeUnited States FCC Compliance Canada EMI Regulation