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The DCT2500 Back Panel

The rear panel of the DCT2500 consists of three types of interfaces - audio,video and data. The table following this drawing

describes each connection and its use.

Key Description
1 TO TV/VCR This coaxial output connector is used to connect the DCT6208 to a TV or VCR
operating on channel 3 or 4.
2 CABLE IN The CABLE IN connector receives the incoming signal from your cable
service provider.
3 ETHERNET Not currently enabled - intended for future use.
4 AUDIO IN R These connectors are used to connect a set-top between a peripheral audio
AUDIO IN L device such as a CD player and a stereo tuner or A/V receiver.In the current
DCT2500 release,the audio from the peripheral device will pass through the
DCT2500 when it is turned off.
5 SPDIF The orange coaxial SPDIF connector is a digital output connection that carries
Dolby Digital 5.1 audio or PCM audio.
It is used to connect the DCT2500 to a stereo tuner or A/V receiver to provide
surround-sound,theater-style audio.
6 VIDEO IN The VIDEO IN connector accepts a baseband video input from a VCR,camcorder
or other video device.(Not currently enabled.)
VIDEO OUT The VIDEO OUT connector is used to deliver baseband video to an external device
such as a VCR or TV.
7 OUTLET This AC outlet may be used to plug your TV into the DCT2500 as a convenient
additional outlet.
8 IR This connector enables the DCT2500 to control a VCR while recording a selected
program.Not all electronic program guides support this feature.
9 USB Not currently enabled - intended for future use.
10 DVI-D Digital Video Interface. To connect High Definition monitor or High
Definition television.
11 AUDIO OUT R The RCA phono-type connectors are used to deliver audio to a stereo receiver.
AUDIO OUT L
12 Y Pb Pr These connectors are used to deliver component video to an HD-ready TV or
monitor.Though capable of delivering standard definition video to your TV or
monitor,these cables are necessary to deliver High Definition video.
13 TV PASS CARD For future use.
14 S-VIDEO This connector is used to deliver high quality,standard definition video to
external devices that accept S-Video inputs,such as a high-end VCR or TV.
15 OPTICAL The OPTICAL SPDIF connector is an optical digital output connection that carries
SPDIF Dolby Digital 5.1 audio or PCM audio.
It is used to connect the DCT2500 to a stereo tuner or A/V receiver to provide
surround-sound,theater-style audio.
16 IEEE 1394 Firewall Digital Interface.To connect High Definition monitor or High
Definition television.
17 POWER INLET For the female end of the supplied power cord.
DIGITAL CABLE BOX / DCT 2500