Explorer 8000TM 6

Get Started

Getting started is easy. After unpacking your DVR equipment, follow these steps to set up your DVR.

1.Determine the types of connections you need to make, based on your TV type (HDTV or SDTV) and home theater connection requirements.

2.Connect the DVR to your TV based on the connection information described in “Connect the Explorer DVR to Your TV” on page 4.

Note: Your cable service provider may have already installed and connected the DVR for you. If not, follow the instructions on page 4 to make the appropriate connections.

3.Prepare the remote control as described in “Prepare the Remote Control to Work With Your TV and DVR” on page 5.

4.Configure the picture display for your TV using the Setup Wizard. See “Prepare the Explorer DVR to Work With Your TV” on page 6.

Contents

Get More Out of Your TV… Watch Record Watch & Record Play Back Get Started Find Out When Your Favorite Programs Are On Control Live TV and Recordings Watch Two Programs At Once Record and Play Back Programs Get More Information or Assistance Index Quick Tips Explorer Screens AllTouch® Remote Control This guide describes how to use the following Explorer DVRs Take Control of Live Programs Buffered Programs Page Connect the Explorer DVR to Your TV DVI Important Note Regarding the HDMI Interface on the 8300HD DVR Prepare the Remote Control to Work With Your TV and DVR Prepare the Explorer HD DVR to Work With Your TV Start the Setup Wizard Easy Setup Instructions Advanced Setup Instructions Adjust Your HDTV Picture Adjust Your Picture Format Using Quick Settings Quick Settings: Picture Format Adjust Your HD Picture Using General Settings Set Your Default Picture Format Display Formats for Digital Sources General Settings: Set Picture Format Change the Darkness of Bars Used in Picture Displays Make the Most of Your Entertainment Options