Cisco Explorer 8600HD Series, Explorer 8600HDC Series, Explorer 8640HDW User Manual

Download

User Guide

Cisco Explorer 8600HD Series, 8600HDC Series, and 8640HDW High-De nition Set-Tops

Explorer® 8640HDW

CH+

POWER

VOL+VOL-

SELECT

CH-

LISTEXITINFOGUIDE

L AUDIO IN R VIDEO IN

Notice to Installers

The servicing instructions in this notice are for use by quali ed service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are quali ed to do so.

Note to System Installer

For this apparatus, the coaxial cable shield/screen shall be grounded as close as practical to the point of entry of the cable into the building.For products sold in the US and Canada, this reminder is provided to call the system installer's attention to Article 820-93 and Article 820-100 of the NEC (or Canadian Electrical Code Part 1), which provides guidelines for proper grounding of the coaxial cable shield.

This symbol is intended to alert you that uninsulated voltage within this product may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product.

Ce symbole a pour but d’alerter toute personne qu’un contact avec une pièce interne de ce produit, sous tension et non isolée, pourrait être suffisant pour provoquer un choc électrique. Il est donc dangereux d’être en contact avec toute pièce interne de ce produit.

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.

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

This symbol is intended to alert you of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this product.

Ce symbole a pour but de vous avertir qu’une documentation importante sur le fonctionnement et l’entretien accompagne ce produit.

WARNING

20080814_Installer820

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................iv

Welcome ................................................................................................................................... 1

Safety First ................................................................................................................................ 1

Identify Your Set-Top ................................................................................................................ 1

What’s in the Carton? ............................................................................................................... 2

Additional Equipment You Might Need ...................................................................................... 2

Front Panel ................................................................................................................................ 3

Back Panel ................................................................................................................................ 4

Connecting the Set-Top ............................................................................................................ 5

Connections for an HDTV and VCR ........................................................................................... 6

Connections for a Standard-De nition TV and VCR .................................................................. 7

View Television Programming ................................................................................................... 8

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 9

Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................................... 10

Picture Formats ....................................................................................................................... 11

Connecting to an HDTV with an HDMI Connector ................................................................... 12

Connecting to an HDTV with a DVI Connector ........................................................................ 13

Connecting to an HDTV with Component Input (YPbPr) ......................................................... 14

Connecting to a Home Theater System with Component Input (YPbPr) ................................. 15

Connecting to a Stereo VCR and HDTV (optional) .................................................................. 16

Connecting to an HDTV with a 1394 Connector ..................................................................... 17

Connecting the Set-Top in HD Mode to an SDTV with Component Input (YPbPr) .................. 17

Compliance Information .......................................................................................................... 20

iii

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install inaccordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampli ers) that produce heat.

9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A groundingtype plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not  t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories speci ed by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table speci ed by manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to quali ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

Power Source Warning

A label on this product indicates the correct power source for this product. Operate this product only from an electrical outlet with the voltage and frequency indicated on the product label. If you are uncertain of the type of power supply to your home or business, consult your service provider or your local power company.

The AC inlet on the unit must remain accessible and operable at all times.

Ground the Product

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and  re hazard! If this product connects to coaxial cable wiring, be sure the cable system is grounded (earthed). Grounding provides some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Outdoor Grounding System

If this product connects to an outdoor antenna or cable system, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded (earthed). This provides some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Article 810 of the National Electric Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1990, provides the following information:

• Grounding of the mast and supporting structure

• Grounding the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit

• Size of the grounding conductors

• Location of the antenna-discharge unit

• Connection to grounding electrodes

• Requirements for the grounding electrodes (see the following antenna grounding diagram as recommended by NEC ANSI/NFPA 70)

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and  re hazard! Do not locate an outside antenna system in the vicinity of overhead power lines or power circuits. Touching power lines or circuits might be fatal.

Antenna Lead In Wire

Ground Clamps

Electric Service

Equipment

NEC = National Electrical Code 1990 National Fire Protection Association

TO CATV INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) that provides guidelines for proper grounding, and in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of entry as practical.

Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-21)

Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-20)

Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250, Part H)

Protect the Product from Lightning

In addition to disconnecting the AC power from the wall outlet, disconnect the signal inputs.

Verify the Power Source from the On/O Power Light

When the on/o power light is not illuminated, the apparatus may still be connected to the power source. The light may go out when the apparatus is turned o , regardless of whether it is still plugged into an AC power source.

T15361

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, continued

Eliminate AC Power/Mains Overloads

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and  re hazard! Do not overload AC power/mains, outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles. For products that require battery power or other power sources to operate them, refer to the operating instructions for those products.

Handling Disposable Batteries

This product may contain disposable batteries. Heed the following warning and follow the Battery Safety and Battery Disposal instructions below.

WARNING: There is danger of explosion if the battery is mishandled or incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same type of battery. Do not disassemble it or attempt to recharge it outside the system. Do not crush, puncture, dispose of in  re, short the external contacts, or expose to water or other liquids. Dispose of the battery in accordance with local regulations and instructions from your service provider.

Battery Safety

• Insert batteries correctly. There may be a risk of explosion if the batteries are incorrectly inserted.

• Do not attempt to recharge ‘disposable’ or ‘non-reusable’ batteries.

• Please follow instructions provided for charging ‘rechargeable’ batteries.

• Replace batteries with the same or equivalent type that we recommend.

• Do not expose batteries to excessive heat (such as sunlight or  re).

• Do not expose batteries to temperatures above 100°C (212°F).

Battery Disposal

• The batteries may contain substances that could be harmful to the environment.

• Recycle or dispose of batteries in accordance with the battery manufacturer’s instructions and local/national disposal and recycling regulations.

• The batteries may contain perchlorate, a known hazardous substance, so special handling and disposal of this product might be necessary. For more information about perchlorate and best management practices for perchlorate-containing substance, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/

perchlorate

Provide Ventilation and Select a Location

• Remove all packaging material before applying power to the product.

• Do not place this apparatus on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface.

• Do not place this apparatus on an unstable surface.

• Do not install this apparatus in an enclosure, such as a bookcase or rack, unless the installation provides proper ventilation.

• Do not place entertainment devices (such as VCRs or DVDs), lamps, books, vases with liquids, or other objects on top of this product.

• Do not block ventilation openings.

Operating Environment

This product is designed for operation indoors with a temperature range from 32° to 104° F (0° to 40°C). Each product should have adequate spacing on all sides so that the cooling air vents on the chassis are not blocked.

Protect from Exposure to Moisture and Foreign Objects

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and  re hazard! Do not expose this product to dripping or splashing liquids, rain, or moisture. Objects  lled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and  re hazard! Unplug this product before cleaning. Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use a magnetic/static cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this product.

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and  re hazard! Never push objects through the openings in this product. Foreign objects can cause electrical shorts that can result in electric shock or  re.

Service Warnings

WARNING: Avoid electric shock! Do not open the cover of this product. Opening or removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltages. If you open the cover, your warranty will be void. This product contains no user-serviceable parts.

Check Product Safety

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, the service technician must perform safety checks to determine that this product is in proper operating condition.

Protect the Product When Moving It

Always disconnect the power source when moving the apparatus or connecting or disconnecting cables.

20110316_Cable_Safety

Welcome

The Cisco® Explorer® High-De nition DVR Set-Tops (set-tops) provide high-de nition (HD) capability and broadband digital video services. On MoCA™ enabled set-tops, the MoCA connection enables an IP LAN connection over coaxial cable, which minimizes the need for new wiring in the home.

Follow the instructions in this guide to install the set-top, to become familiar with the buttons on the front panel, and to access your cable services. Then, enjoy the features of the set-top and change the way you watch TV.

The consumer support website provides news and information about this product. For more information, please refer

http://www.cisco.com/web/consumer/support/index.html

Safety First

Before using the set-top, read the Important Safety Instructions section of this guide.

Identify Your Set-Top

To  nd the serial number for your set-top, look for a label that is similar to the example shown here. The serial number begins with “SA“ and is located at the top of the bar code.

6HULDO1XPEHU

STB SN: SABNFSRVG

STB RF MAC: 001868C16906

7

If your set-top requires troubleshooting in the future, your cable service provider may ask for this serial number.

Use the space provided here to record the serial number: __________________________________________

What’s In The Carton?

The set-top carton contains the following items:

CH+

VOL+VOL-

POWER

SELECT

CH-

LISTEXITINFOGUIDE

• High-De nition Set-Top

L AUDIO IN R VIDEO IN

Explorer® 8640HDW

Cisco Explorer 8600HD, 8600HDC, and 8640HDW High-De nition DVR Set-Tops

POWER

• Quick Reference

Quick Reference Guide

Explorer® 8640HDW

CH+

VOL+VOL-

SELECT

CH-

LISTEXITINFOGUIDE

L AUDIO IN R VIDEO IN

• HDMI Cable

• Power Cord

Guide

Additional Equipment You Might Need

You might need some of the cables and adapters shown below for connecting the set-top to your home entertainment devices. See the connection information in the

Check with your service provider for information about acquiring cables or adapters, or you can purchase cables or adapters at your local electronics supplier.

S-Video Cable

Audio Left/Right Cable

Connection Diagrams section for more information.

Composite A/V Cables

Component Video Cables (YPbPr)

IR Extender Cable

HDMI Adapter

HDMI-to-DVI Cable

RF Coaxial Cable

Coaxial Digital Audio Cable

RGB Adapter Cable (RCA to RCA)

RGB Adapter Cable (RCA to BNC)

RGB Adapter Cable (RCA to VGA)

RGB Adapter

Optical Digital Audio Cable

IEEE 1394 4-Pin to 4-Pin Cable

Front Panel

POWER

Explorer® 8640HDW

CH+

VOL+VOL-

SELECT

LINK

CH-

1 3 5 6 7

4 11

LISTEXITINFOGUIDE

L AUDIO IN R VIDEO IN

T16210

1 Power Turns the set-top on and o

2 VOL-, VOL+ Decreases and increases the volume

3 USB 2.0 Connects to external USB equipment approved by your service provider, software controlled

4 CH+, CH- Scrolls up and down through the channels

5 Select Accesses your on-screen selection

6 IR Sensor Receives the infrared signal from the remote control

7 Guide Accesses on-screen services, such as the on-screen guide, video-on-demand, or pay-per-view

8 Info Displays a description of the selected program. This button is available from the on-screen menu and while viewing a program

9 Exit Exit menus, the on-screen menu, and program information

10 List Displays the recorded list

11 Display Displays the selected channel number and time of day. The display shows the following:

• Power (

• Message (

• Record (

) • MoCA Link ( ) • 480i / 480P • 5.1

) • HDTV • 720i / 720P

) • Auto • 1080i / 1080P

Note: This illustration may vary from the actual product.

Back Panel

THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS. CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE IN ANY OTHER FASHION MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS AND IS IN VIOLATION OF THE FCC RULES, PART 15.

CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO

CABLE IN

STB SN: SABQTMNWW

STB RF MAC: 001CEA0B782C

OUTPUT

YVIDEO

LPb L

RPrR

DIGITAL

AUDIO

OPTICAL

AUDIO

OUT

S-VIDEO

CABLE OUT

OUT

USB 2.0HDMI eSATA ETHERNET1394

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC

ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

LISTED 36MW VIDEO PRODUCT

120 VAC

60Hz 4.2A

500W

120V~

60Hz 40W

1 2 4 5 12 13 14 15 16 173 6 188 10

97 11

1 Cable In Connects to a coaxial cable that delivers the signal from your service provider

2 Bar Code Label Contains set-top serial number and MAC address

3 Video Out Connects to the composite input on your TV

4 Audio Out Connects to RCA cables that send analog audio signals (left and right) to the stereo inputs on a TV

5 HDTV (YPbPr) Connects to the component input (YPbPr) on the HDTV

6 Audio Out Connects to RCA cables that send analog audio signals (left and right) to the stereo inputs on a TV

7 Digital Audio Connects to an RCA cable that sends a digital audio signal to a surround-sound receiver or other Out digital audio device input

8 S-Video Out Connects to an S-Video cable that sends an S-Video signal to your TV or VCR. This signal is standard-de nition, but higher quality than other SDTV connections

9 IR Remote Input Available to be connected to an approved remote IR receiver (purchased separately)

T16211

10 Cable Out Connects to a coaxial cable that sends analog audio and video signals to a TV or VCR

11 Optical Audio Connects to an optical cable that sends a digital audio signal to a surround-sound receiver or Out other digital audio device input

12 HDMI Connects an HDMI™ cable to the HDMI input of an HDTV. HDMI supports both digital audio and

video. May be used to connect to a DVI interface using an HDMI-to-DVI adapter for video and separate audio connections. Any of the following audio connections may be used: Audio Out (4 or 6); Digital Audio Out (7); or Optical Audio Out (11)

13 USB 2.0 Connects to external USB equipment approved by your service provider, software controlled

14 eSATA Connects to an external Serial ATA (eSATA) hard disk drive for expanded drive space. A

connected eSATA drive is not an archival device. Ask your service provider for a list of approved hard drive models for use with the DVR

15 1394 Connects to display devices that are equipped with a 1394 input

16 Ethernet Connects to external Ethernet equipment approved by your service provider

17 AC Power Input Connects to the power cord to deliver power to the set-top

18 AC Outlet Connects to the AC power cord from another device, such as a TV

Note: This illustration may vary from the actual product.

Connecting the Set-Top

POWER

To connect your set-top to your entertainment devices, complete these steps.



Determine if your TV is HD or SD and whether it is wide screen (16:9) or standard screen (4:3).

for more information.

Make the connections for your TV and VCR as follows:

• If you are using an HDTV,

• If you are using an SDTV,

• If you want to archive some programs to VCR tape, diagrams at the end of this guide.

Identify the additional devices you will connect to the set-top and TV. See the

Connection Diagrams section

of this guide.

Plug the set-top and the TV into an AC power source that is not controlled by a switch.

See page

see page 6 and the connection diagrams at the end of this guide. see page 7 and the connection diagrams at the end of this guide.

see pages 6 and 7 and the connection

DVD

Home Theater

VCR

D-VCR

Other

Do not turn on the set-top or TV yet.

It may take several minutes for the set-top to receive the latest software, programming, and service information. Wait until you see one of the following displays on the front panel of the set-top that indicates that the update is complete:

• Current time • Four dashes (- - - -)

Note: If four dashes appear, you must call your service provider to get the set-top authorized.

Set up your set-top for HDTV or SDTV by completing the following steps:

• Make sure the set-top is O and the TV is On.

• On the front panel of the set-top, press GUIDE and INFO at the same time. This will activate the HD Setup Wizard.

• Follow the on-screen instructions to choose HD or SD mode and wide screen (16:9) or standard screen (4:3) depending upon your TV type.

• At the conclusion of the on-screen instructions, press POWER on the set-top to begin watching TV.

See page 11 for more information on the scan rate.

Connections for an HDTV and VCR

HDMI

To use the set-top with an HDTV, you must make one of the following connections to view the HD content. In addition, you can make connections to a digital or analog VCR to record to a VCR tape. Refer to your TV and VCR user guides and the cabling diagrams in this guide for more detailed connection information.

Note: The labeling on your set-top, HDTV, and VCR may vary slightly.

Required Connections to an HDTV (use one)

Some HDTVs have a High-De nition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) connector. The HDMI connector provides both a digital video and audio connection.

See the connection diagram on

page 12 for an example.

The HDMI connector can provide the connection to an HDTV with a DVI input. If your HDTV has a Digital Visual Interface (DVI) connector, you will need an HDMI-to-DVI adapter, and you will need to connect a separate audio connection.

See the connection diagram on

page 13 for an example.

The YPbPr connectors can provide high-de nition component video signals to an HDTV.

Note: On the front panel of the set-top, press GUIDE and INFO at the same time. This will activate the HD Setup Wizard. Use the HD Setup Wizard on the set-top to set the HD mode and select the output video format that will matches the full capabilities of your HDTV.

See the connection diagram on

page 14 for an example.

Some HDTVs have only RGB connectors. If you have one of these HDTVs, you need an RGB adapter.

Check with your service provider for information about acquiring an RGB adapter, or you can purchase the adapter at your local

RGB

electronics supplier.

Set-Top

Connections

Adapter Needed

OUT 1

L R

OUT 1

Adapter Needed

OUT 1

L R

HDTV

Connections

DVI

R G B

L R

H V

Some HDTVs have 1394 connectors. If you connect to your HDTV using 1394, you also need to connect separate video and audio connections to your HDTV.

1394 DVI HDMIYPbPr

See the connection diagram on

page 17 for an example.

Optional Connections to a VCR (use one)

For VCRs with Video and Left and Right audio connectors, you can use the Out 2 connectors (Video, Left, and Right) on the set-top.

See the connection diagram on

VCR

For VCRs with S-Video and Left and Right audio connectors,

page 16 for an example.

you can use the S-Video Out and the Out 2 Left and Right connectors on the set-top.

For Digital VCRs, you can use the 1394 out connector on the set-top.

Set-Top

Connections

OUT 2

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

1394

A U

OUT 2

OUT 1

L R

1394

L R

VCR

Connections

L R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

L R

1394

Connections for a Standard-De nition TV and VCR

When using the set-top with an SDTV, you must make one of the following connections to view content. Some SDTVs may not have all these connections. In addition, you can make connections to a VCR to record to a VCR tape. Refer to your TV and VCR user guides and the cabling diagrams in this guide for more detailed information.

Note: The labeling on your set-top, SDTV, and VCR may vary slightly.

Required Connections to an SDTV (use one)

The YPbPr connectors can provide standard-de nition component video signals to an SDTV.

Note: To connect YPbPr to an SDTV, you must set the HD Setup

YPbPr

Wizard on the set-top to HD Mode, and select the output video format (typically 480i) that will match the capabilities of your SDTV.

The S-Video Out connection provides an optimal video connection to SDTVs.

S-VideoCable Out

The Cable Out connector provides a video and audio connection to an SDTV.

Optional Connection to a VCR

For VCRs with Video and Left and Right audio connectors, you can use the Out 2 connectors (Video, Left, and Right) on the set-top.

VCR

Set-Top

Connections

S-VIDEO

OUT

OUT 1

OUT 2

CABLE

OUT

Set-Top

Connections

OUT 2

L R

VIDEO

SDTV

Connections

L R

S-VIDEO

L R

CABLE IN/

ANT IN

VCR

Connections

A U D

VIDEO

L R

AUDIO

View Television Programming

Access Services and Programs

Access cable services and programs by pressing the following keys on the remote control:

• Guide–Access the on-screen guide. The on-screen guide displays schedules of TV programs and other services available from your cable service provider, such as video-on-demand and pay-per-view programs.

• Arrows–Select a program in the schedule.

• Info–Display a speci c program description (either from the on-screen guide or while viewing a program).

• Select–View a speci c program in the guide.

Stretch and Zoom Program

You can stretch and zoom SD or HD programs by pressing the # key on the remote control.

Avoid Screen Burn-In

Images such as letterbox bars or side bars, bright closed-captioning backgrounds, station logos, or any other stationary images may cause the picture tube in your HDTV to age unevenly; this is known as screen burn-in. Refer to the user’s guide that came with your HDTV for more information.

WARNING: Avoid screen burn-in. Do not display the same  xed images on your HDTV screen for

extended periods of time.

Troubleshooting

If the set-top does not perform as expected, the following tips may help. If you need further assistance, contact your service provider.

No Picture

• Verify that the power to your TV is turned on.

• Verify that your HDTV is in HD mode. If necessary, run the HD Setup Wizard to select HD mode. On the front panel of the set-top, press GUIDE and INFO at the same time. This will activate the HD Setup Wizard.

• If the set-top is plugged into a wall switch, verify that the switch is in the ON position.

Note: You should avoid plugging the set-top into an outlet controlled by a wall switch.

• Verify that all cables are properly connected.

• If your system includes a VCR or stereo, verify that you have properly connected them to the set-top.

• Verify that the set-top is set to the proper screen type and resolution.

No Color

• Verify that the current TV program is broadcast in color.

• Adjust the TV color controls.

• If you are using a component video connection (YPbPr), check that all connectors are completely plugged into the set-top and TV.

No Sound

• If your setup includes a VCR or stereo, verify that you have properly connected them to the set-top.

• Verify that the volume is turned up.

• Verify that the mute function is not on.

Automatic Software Updates

A message appears on the TV screen when the set-top is receiving software updates. In addition, download information also appears on the front panel of the set-top during these updates. Wait for the current time to display on the front panel before continuing. When the time appears, the update is complete.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Digital Television?

Digital television (DTV) is a huge leap forward in television technology compared to analog television that has been widely available since the 1940s. DTV is delivered and displayed using digital encoding, similar to the way a PC operates. By using digital technology, there is no variation in picture and sound quality from the origination point until it is displayed on your television. You always receive a high-quality picture without the wavy lines or static you might sometimes get from a weak analog signal.

Because DTV receives and displays digital images that contain many times more picture elements (pixels - the small dots that make up the color image on your screen) than standard analog television, you can get a sharper on-screen image than with analog. Additionally, DTV supports CD-quality sound. DTV includes SDTV (StandardDe nition Television), EDTV (Enhanced-De nition Television), and HDTV (High-De nition Television). That means that all HDTV is digital, but not all digital TV is high-de nition. A high-de nition program must originate in HD format and be broadcast in HD format. Having an HDTV system does not mean that everything you watch will be in highde nition. Getting the signal from digital cable also does not mean it is high-de nition.

What is Standard-De nition Television?

Standard-de nition television (SDTV) is basic digital television programming delivered by cable. Typically, the SDTV screen is the same, nearly square shape as an analog television screen. Digital images on an SDTV set are crisp and clear—noticeably better than on a standard analog television set using an antenna to receive over-the-air signals.

What is High-De nition Television?

High-de nition television (HDTV) is a completely new way to send and receive television broadcast signals. HDTV images are made up of pixels that are much smaller and closer together than those used in standard analog television, and there are millions of them. Thus, HDTV can display  ve to six times the detail of analog television to deliver picture quality that is much more realistic, dimensional, and precise. SDTV programs can be viewed on an HDTV. Another feature of HDTV is digital surround sound using Dolby technology used to produce the sound you hear in movie theaters.

™

Digital technology, which is the same

Are Local TV Stations Broadcasting in HDTV?

Many local TV stations are transmitting digital signals. However, transmitting a digital signal does not mean transmitting an HDTV signal. Some stations are using the new bandwidth to broadcast several standard-de nition channels. Most stations, once they begin broadcasting in digital, are o ering HD content from their parent network (for example, CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox, and PBS).

Where Are the Connection Diagrams?

The diagrams at the end of this guide show examples of common ways to connect the set-top to your HDTV, DVD, and home theater receiver. However, these diagrams do not show every possible combination of devices. Refer to the user’s guides that came with your other electronic devices for further information.

What Cables Do I Need?

Some of the cables and adaptors shown in the diagrams may not be included with the set-top. Some of the required cables are shown in the connection diagrams and on page 2 of this guide.

Picture Formats

What is the Di erence Between a Standard-Screen and a Wide-Screen HDTV?

The type of screen your HDTV has (wide screen or standard screen) determines how the set-top displays programs on the screen. The picture format for an HDTV is a combination of aspect ratio and screen resolution and is di erent for standard-screen and wide-screen HDTVs.

What is Aspect Ratio?

An aspect ratio is the ratio of the width to the height of the TV screen. The aspect ratios di er because the television industry manufactures both standard-screen and wide-screen HDTVs to appeal to consumer viewing preferences.

What is the Screen Resolution and Scan Rate?

The screen resolution indicates the amount of detail that the picture displays. Resolution is identi ed by the number of display lines on the screen. The techniques that an HDTV uses to “paint” the picture on the screen are referred to as progressive and interlaced.

With the progressive method, the lines are drawn on the screen one at a time in sequential order. The interlaced method involves refreshing pixels in alternation —  rst the odd lines and then the even lines.

For advance setup, select the scan modes that your TV can support. Refer to your set-top and HDTV user’s guides to choose the proper scan rates (480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i) for your setup.

For example, a resolution of 1080i indicates that the screen shows 1080 lines in an interlaced display, and 480p indicates that the screens shows 480 lines in a progressive display.

Notes:

• The screen resolution (1080i, 480p, and so forth) is sometimes referred to as the scan rate. The terms are interchangeable.

• You can stretch and zoom the displayed picture using the built-in capability of the set-top by pressing the # key on the remote control.

A standard-screen HDTV has a 4x3 aspect ratio. The screen is 4 units wide for every 3 units tall.

A screen resolution of 480p or 480i  lls the screen. A screen resolution of 720p or 1080i  lls the screen.

A wide-screen HDTV is one-third wider than a standardscreen HDTV. The screen is 16 units wide for every 9 units tall.

Connecting to an HDTV with an HDMI Connector

WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or

disconnecting any device cables to the set-top.

Required cables:

• 1 HDMI cable

Back of Set-Top

CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO

Cable

Input

CABLE IN

STB SN: SABQTMNWW

STB RF MAC: 001CEA0B782C

Back of

HDTV

OUTPUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO

YVIDEO

LPb L

RPrR

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L/ MONO

OPTICAL

AUDIO

OUT

S-VIDEO

HD 1

CABLE OUT

OUT

PBPRL

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC

ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

120 VAC

60Hz 4.2A

500W

120V~

60Hz 40W

USB 2.0HDMI eSATA ETHERNET1394

AUDIO

CENTER

CHANNEL IN

ON OFF

AUDIO IN DVI/HDCP

VIDEO

AUDIOAUDIO

L/ MONO

PBPRL

AUDIO

HD 2

INOUT

HDMI

ANT (75 )

ANT-1

OUT

ANT-2

LISTED 36MW VIDEO PRODUCT

T16221

Important Notes Regarding the HDMI Interface on the Set-Top

The HDMI interface automatically con gures the audio output for a format supported by the television. Because not all TVs support the Dolby Digital input, the HDMI interface may automatically select a 2-channel stereo audio con guration instead of Dolby Digital, which it carries over to the other digital audio outputs of the set-top. This prevents your home theater system or Dolby Digital decoder from providing the full Dolby Digital surround-sound e ect.

You can override this con guration by completing the following steps.

1. Press SETTINGS twice on the remote control to open the General Settings menu.

2. Press MOVE UP or MOVE DOWN to select the option Audio: Digital Out.

3. Press MOVE RIGHT to select Dolby Digital. This setting will send Dolby Digital audio to the HDMI, DIGITAL AUDIO

OUT, and OPTICAL AUDIO OUT connectors on the set-top. Notes:

• If the TV is not Dolby Digital capable, it may not produce audio through its speakers when the Audio: Digital Out

setting on the set-top is set to Dolby Digital. You can either switch the Audio: Digital Out setting back to HDMI when you are not using the home theater or Dolby Digital decoder, or you can connect the baseband audio outputs (OUT 1 Audio Left and Right) to the TV.

• Digital content is encrypted with High-Bandwidth Content Protection (HDCP) on the DVI/HDMI port. This set-top

is not compatible with devices that do not support HDCP. You must use either the YPbPr or 1394 connection to connect the set-top to these devices.

Connecting to an HDTV with a DVI Connector

WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or

disconnecting any device cables to the set-top.

Required cables:

• 1 HDMI-to-DVI or 1 HDMI cable and 1 DVI adapter

• 1 audio Left/Right cable

Back of Set-Top

CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO

Cable

Input

STB SN: SABQTMNWW

STB RF MAC: 001CEA0B782C

CABLE IN

Back of

HDTV

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L/ MONO

OUTPUT

YVIDEO

LPb L

RPrR

DIGITAL

HD 1

AUDIO

OPTICAL

AUDIO

OUT

PBPRL

AUDIOAUDIO

S-VIDEO

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC

ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

120 VAC

60Hz 4.2A

LISTED 36MW VIDEO PRODUCT

500W

120V~

60Hz 40W

CABLE OUT

OUT

USB 2.0HDMI eSATA ETHERNET1394

AUDIO

CENTER

CHANNEL IN

ON OFF

AUDIO IN

DVI/HDCP

HDMI

DVI/HDCP

ANT (75 )

VIDEO

L/ MONO

HD 2

PBPRL

AUDIO

INOUT

ANT-1

OUT

ANT-2

T16222

Notes:

• When you connect the HDMI connector to the DVI connector on your HDTV, you need an HDMI-to-DVI adaptor

and a separate audio connection.

• Digital content is encrypted with High-Bandwidth Content Protection (HDCP) on the DVI/HDMI port. This set-to is

not compatible with devices that do not support HDCP. You must use either the YPbPr or 1394 connection (which uses Digital Transmission Content Protection, or DTCP) to connect the set-top to these devices.

• Also refer to the Important Notes Regarding the HDMI Interface on the Set-Top on page 12.

Connecting to an HDTV with Component Input (YPbPr)

WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or

disconnecting any device cables to the set-top.

Required cables:

• 1 component video cable with 3 connectors (YPbPr)

• 1 audio Left/Right cable

Back of Set-Top

CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO

Cable

Input

STB SN: SABQTMNWW

STB RF MAC: 001CEA0B782C

CABLE IN

Back of

HDTV

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L/ MONO

OUTPUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO

YVIDEO

L Pb L

R Pr R

PBPRL

HD 1

OPTICAL

AUDIO

OUT

CABLE OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

CHANNEL IN

ON OFF

AUDIO

CENTER

AUDIO IN DVI/HDCP

USB 2.0HDMI eSATA ETHERNET1394

DVI/HDCP

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC

ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

LISTED 36MW VIDEO PRODUCT

120 VAC

60Hz 4.2A

500W

120V~

60Hz 40W

ANT (75 )

VIDEO

AUDIOAUDIO

L/ MONO

HD 2

PBPRL

AUDIO

INOUT

ANT-1

OUT

ANT-2

T16223

Connecting to a Home Theater System with Component Input (YPbPr)

WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or

disconnecting any device cables to the set-top.

Required cables:

• 1 component video cable with 3 connectors (YPbPr)

• 1 digital audio cable

Back of Set-Top

CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO

Cable

Input

CABLE IN

DIGITAL

AUDIO

STB SN: SABQTMNWW

STB RF MAC: 001CEA0B782C

TV/CABLE

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUTPUT

YVIDEO

LPb L

RPrR

DVD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

DIGITAL

AUDIO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

OPTICAL

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUTIN

CABLE OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

USB 2.0HDMI eSATA ETHERNET1394

Back of Home Theater Receiver

MONITOR

T14020

S-VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

OUTIN

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC

ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

LISTED 36MW VIDEO PRODUCT

120 VAC

60Hz 4.2A

500W

120V~

60Hz 40W

T16224

Connecting to a Stereo VCR and HDTV (optional)

WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or

disconnecting any device cables to the set-top.

Required cables:

• 1 RF coaxial cable

• 2 composite video cables

• 2 audio Left/Right cables

Back of Set-Top

STB SN: SABQTMNWW

CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO

STB RF MAC: 001CEA0B782C

CABLE IN

Cable

Input

Note: This connection allows for recording to the VCR and for watching VCR tapes on your HDTV. To watch HD content, use the HDMI, YPbPr, or DVI connector.

Back of

Stereo

VCR

Back of

HDTV

OUTPUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO

YVIDEO

L Pb L

R Pr R

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L/ MONO

OPTICAL

AUDIO

OUT

CABLE OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2

HD 1

VIDEO

OUT

PBPRL

AUDIOAUDIO

USB 2.0HDMI eSATA ETHERNET1394

AUDIO

OUT

CHANNEL IN

ON OFF

VIDEO

L/ MONO

AUDIO

HD 2

RF IN

RF OUT

AUDIO

CENTER

AUDIO IN

DVI/HDCP

PBPRL

INOUT

AUDIO

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC

ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

LISTED 36MW VIDEO PRODUCT

DVI/HDCP

ANT (75½)

ANT-1

OUT

ANT-2

120 VAC

60Hz 4.2A

500W

120V~

60Hz 40W

T16225

Connecting to an HDTV with a 1394 Connector

WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or

disconnecting any device cables to the set-top.

Required cables:

• 1 4-pin to 4-pin 1394 cable (Consult your TV user guide)

• 1 audio Left/Right cable

• 1 component video cable with 3 connectors (YPbPr)

Back of Set-Top

CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO

CABLE IN

STB SN: SABQTMNWW

STB RF MAC: 001CEA0B782C

OUTPUT

DIGITAL AUDIO

YVIDEO

L Pb L

R Pr R

OPTICAL

AUDIO

OUT

CABLE OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

USB 2.0HDMI eSATA ETHERNET1394

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC

ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

LISTED 36MW VIDEO PRODUCT

Cable

Input

1394 IN

Important: When you connect the set-top to your TV using 1394, you must make the additional video and audio connections to your TV to receive analog signals.

Back of HDTV

HD 1

VIDEO

AUDIO

Connecting the Set-Top in HD Mode to an SDTV with Component Input (YPbPr)

WARNING: Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or

disconnecting any device cables to the set-top.

Required cables:

• 1 component video cable with 3 connectors (YPbPr)

• 1 audio Left/Right cable

Back of Set-Top

120 VAC 60Hz 4.2A

500W

120V~

60Hz 40W

T16226

STB SN: SABQTMNWW

CATV CONVERTER MADE IN MEXICO

STB RF MAC: 001CEA0B782C

CABLE IN

Cable

Input

Note: The set-top must be set to the proper output mode, typically 480i.

OUTPUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO

YVIDEO

L Pb L

R Pr R

OPTICAL

AUDIO

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

OUT

CABLE OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

USB 2.0HDMI eSATA ETHERNET1394

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS :

RISQUE DE CHOC

ÉLECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

LISTED 36MW VIDEO PRODUCT

120 VAC

60Hz 4.2A

500W

120V~

60Hz 40W

Back of SDTV

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

RF IN

RF OUT

T16227

FCC Compliance

United States FCC Compliance

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit di erent

from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the service provider or an experienced radio/television

technician for help. Any changes or modi cations not expressly approved by Cisco

Systems, Inc., could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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 service provider for any questions you may have regarding the operation or installation of this device.

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.

Software and Firmware Use

The software described in this document is protected by copyright law and furnished to you under a license agreement. You may only use or copy this software in accordance with the terms of your license agreement.

The  rmware in this equipment is protected by copyright law. You may only use the  rmware in the equipment in which it is provided. Any reproduction or distribution of this  rmware, or any portion of it, without our express written consent is prohibited.

ROVI CORPORATION COPYRIGHT NOTICE

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights of Rovi Corporation. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Rovi Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Rovi Corporation. Reverse engineering and disassembly are prohibited.

Disclaimer

Cisco Systems, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may appear in this guide. We reserve the right to change this guide at any time without notice.

AVC VIDEO LICENSE

With respect to each AVC/H.264 product, we are obligated to provide the following notice:

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE HTTP://WWW.MPEGLA.COM.

Accordingly, please be advised that service providers, content providers, and broadcasters may be required to obtain a separate use license from MPEG LA prior to any use of AVC/H.264 encoders and/or decoders.

Cisco Explorer 8640HD, 8642HD, 8650HD, 8652HD,

8640HDC, 8642HDC, 8650HDC, 8652HDC, and 8640HDW

High-De nition Set-Tops

Models: 8640HD, 8642HD, 8650HD, 8652HD, 8640HDC,

8642HDC, 8650HDC, 8652HDC, and 8640HDW

Manufactured by:

Cisco Systems, Inc.

170 West Tasman Drive

San Jose, CA 95134 USA

www.cisco.com/go/contacts

Canada EMI Regulation

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la class B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

20081121 FCC Standard

Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its a liates in the U.S. and other countries. To view a list of Cisco trademarks, go to this URL: www.cisco.com/go/trademarks. Third-party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. (1110R)

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-De nition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks

or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. Rovi is a trademark of Rovi Corporation. © 2013 Cisco and/or its a liates. All rights reserved. Last Updated: November 2013 Part Number OL-31077-01

Cisco Explorer 8600HD Series, Explorer 8600HDC Series, Explorer 8640HDW User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual