Motorola DCT3400 Installing the Optional IR Blaster, OPTIONAL IR BLASTER

OPTIONAL IR BLASTER

Installing the Optional IR Blaster

The optional IR Blaster provides control of the subscriber VCR from the cable terminal. It consists of a low-power infrared transmitter attached to a six-foot cord and a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is a clear plastic holder that has a pad of adhesive tape that enables you to install the IR Blaster near the VCR-IR receiver. A mini-pin connector at the end of the cord connects the IR Blaster to the terminal. The IR Blaster is sold separately as an accessory item.

The availability and functionality of the IR Blaster depends on the installed application software. Some IPGs may not support the IR Blaster.

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IR transmitter installed in mounting bracket

Once installed, the IR Blaster is activated automatically through the electronic program guide. Individual VCR codes are broadcast through the out-of-band data channel and are updated periodically as new codes are added.

The procedure for installing the IR Blaster is described in the following paragraphs.

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