Explorer® 1850

Digital Home Communications Terminal

User’s Guide

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United States FCC Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the applicable limits of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio or TV reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected

•Consult your cable company or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Scientific-Atlanta could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Important: The information shown in the FCC Declaration of Conformity paragraph below is a requirement of the FCC and is intended to supply you with information regarding the FCC approval of this device. The phone numbers listed are for FCC-related questions only and not intended for questions regarding the connection or operation for this device. Please contact your cable service provider for any questions you may have regarding the operation or installation of this device.

FCC Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) the device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) the device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

EXPLORER® Digital Home Communications Terminal model:

Model E1850

Manufactured by: Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.;

5030 Sugarloaf Parkway;

Atlanta, Georgia 30042; USA

Telephone 770-236-1077
Software and Firmware Use

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. owns copyrights to the software described in this document and furnishes the software to you under a license agreement. You may only use or copy this software in accordance with the terms of your

license agreement.

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. owns copyrights to the firmware in this equipment. You may only use the firmware in the equipment in which it is provided. Any reproduction or distribution of this firmware, or any portion of it, without the express written consent of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. is prohib-

ited.

Canada EMI Regulations

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Trademarks

Explorer, Scientific-Atlanta, and the Scientific-Atlanta arcs logo are registered trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. VCR Commander and “Bringing the Interactive Experience Home” are trademarks of Scientific- Atlanta, Inc.

Disclaimer

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may appear in this guide. Scientific-Atlanta reserves the right to change this guide at any time without notice.

United States:

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc., 5030 Sugarloaf Parkway,

Box 465447, Lawrenceville, GA 30042

© 2003 Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.

All rights reserved.

Printed in USA

www.scientificatlanta.com

Part Number 4003318 Rev A

March 2003

IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
Note to the Installer
Placement
Ventilation
Cleaning the Equipment
Lightning and Power
Grounding
Damage that Requires

Note to CATV System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC (Section 54, Part I of the Canadian Electrical Code), that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the CATV cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of

the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Place this equipment in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate the length of the power cord. Place this equipment on a stable surface. The surface must support the size and weight of this equipment.

WARNING:

Avoid personal injury and damage to this equipment. An unstable surface may cause this equipment to fall.

This equipment has openings for ventilation that protect it from overheating. To ensure the reliability of this equipment, do not obstruct the openings

• Do not place other equipment,

lamps, books, or any other

object on the top of this

equipment.

• Do not place this equipment in

any of the following locations:

- On a bed, sofa, rug, or

similar surface

- Over a radiator or a heat

register

Before cleaning this equipment, unplug it from the electrical outlet. Use a damp cloth to clean this equipment. Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use a magnetic/static cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this equipment.

Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Do not expose this equipment to liquid or moisture.

Surges

Ground (earth) your cable system to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Plug your equipment into a surge protector in order to reduce the risk of damage from lightning strikes and power surges. If you have questions, call your cable service provider.

Power Cord Protection

Arrange all power cords so that people cannot walk on the cords, place objects on the cords, or place objects against the cords, which

This equipment has a two-prong plug. Properly ground (earth) this equipment by inserting the plug into a grounded electrical, two- socket outlet. If this plug is polarized, it has one wide prong and one narrow prong. This plug fits only one way.

CAUTION:

To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to the wide slot, and then fully insert.

Service

For damage that requires service, unplug this equipment from the electrical outlet. Refer service to qualified service personnel when any of the following occurs:

• There is damage to the power

cord or plug

• Liquid enters the equipment

• A heavy object falls on the

equipment

• There is exposure to rain or

water

• Operation is not normal (the

This symbol is intended to alert you that

 

uninsulated voltage within this product may

This symbol is intended to alert you of the

have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.

presence of important operating and

Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of

maintenance (servicing) instructions in the

contact with any inside part of this product.

literature accompanying this product.

Read and Retain These Instructions

• Read all of the instructions

• Comply with all warning and

before you operate this

caution statements in the

equipment. Give particular

instructions. Observe all warning

attention to all safety precau-

and caution symbols that are

tions. Retain the instructions for

affixed to this equipment.

future reference.

• Comply with all instructions

 

that accompany this equipment.

- In an enclosure, such as a

bookcase or equipment rack,

unless the installation

provides proper ventilation

Do not place this equipment on a wet surface. Do not spill liquids on or near this equipment.

Accessories

Do not use accessories with this equipment unless recommended by your cable service provider.

Overloading

Do not overload electrical outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. For equipment that requires battery power or other sources to operate, refer to the operating instructions for that equipment.

can damage the cords. Give particular attention to the cords at the point at which the cord connects to the plug, at electrical outlets, and at the places where the cords exit the equipment.

Power Sources

A label on this equipment indicates the correct power source for this equipment. Operate this equipment only from an electrical outlet that has the voltage and frequency that the label indicates.

If you are unsure of the type of power supply to your residence, consult your cable service provider or your local power company.

If you are unable to insert this plug fully into the outlet, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.

Servicing

Do not open the cover of this equipment. If you open the cover, your warranty will be void. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only. Contact your cable service provider for instructions.

instructions in this guide

describe the proper operation)

• If you drop this equipment, or

damage the cabinet of this

equipment

• If this equipment exhibits a

distinct change in performance

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this equipment (home terminal), ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the equipment is in proper operating condition.