Motorola DCX3200 1 INTRODUCTION

1 INTRODUCTION

This manual provides instructions for cable operator personnel to install the Motorola DCX3200 All-Digital High-Definition Cable Set-top. This unit includes a high-end processor, expanded memory, and enhanced graphics to support digital and on-demand broadcast and interactive services. It provides a full complement of interconnection options.

The DCX3200 provides advanced capabilities, including:

•Authorization and purchase of on-demand programming

•HDTV output through component video (YPbPr), High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™), or IEEE-1394

•Surround-sound audio through a variety of analog and digital interconnection options

•DOCSIS 2.0+ embedded Cable Modem with support for DSG

•Ethernet and Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports for future home networking applications

•Adaptability to various software platforms

As with all Motorola digital cable set-tops, the hardware features are enabled by core operating and third party application software.

Figure 1-1 Front and Rear views

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