User Guide
Cisco RNG150 Digital-Only
High-Defi nition Interactive Set-Top
with Multi-Stream CableCARD Interface
RNG150
POWER DATA REMOTE
USB 2.0
Notice to Installers
The servicing instructions in this notice are for use by qualifi 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 qualifi 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.
WARNING
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.
20070131 SysInstaller 820 US/Canada/Intl
U.S. Patents
A patent notice is affi xed to this product. In addition, the product may also be covered by one or more of the following
patents:
4,498,169, 4,692,919, 4,748,667; 4,829,569; 4,866,770; 4,885,775; 4,888,799; 4,890,319; 4,922,456; 4,922,532; 4,924,498; 4,965,534; 4,991,011; 5,003,384; 5,012,510; 5,029,207;
5,045,816; 5,053,883; 5,054,071; 5,058,160; 5,142,575; 5,142,690; 5,146,526; 5,155,590; 5,214,390; 5,225,902; 5,225,925; 5,235,619; 5,237,610; 5,239,540; 5,241,610; 5,247,364;
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5,434,610; 5,436,749; 5,438,370; 5,440,632; 5,442,472; 5,455,570; 5,457,701; 5,471,492; 5,477,199; 5,477,262; 5,477,282 5,477,370; 5,481,389; 5,481,542; 5,485,221; 5,493,339;
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5,675,575; 5,684,876; 5,715,515; 5,724,525; 5,734,822; 5,740,300; 5,742,677; 5,754,940; 5,757,416; 5,771,064; 5,774,859; 5,825,829; 5,826,167; 5,850,305; 5,854,703; 5,870,474;
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6,052,384; 6,055,244; 6,072,532; 6,105,134; 6,148,039; 6,157,719; 6,188,729; 6,195,389; 6,212,278; 6,215,530; 6,219,358; 6,240,103; 6,243,145; 6,246,767; 6,252,964; 6,272,226;
6,292,081; 6,292,568; 6,320,131; 6,374,275; 6,405,239; 6,411,602; 6,417,949; 6,424,714; 6,424,717; 6,433,906; 6,438,139; 6,463,586; 6,467,091; 6,476,878; 6,493,876; 6,510,519;
6,516,002; 6,516,412; 6,526,508; 6,538,595; 6,546,013; 6,560,340; 6,567,118; 6,570,888; 6,622,308; 6,629,227; 6,664,984; 6,667,994; 6,671,879; 6,674,967; 6,678,891; 6,714,598;
6,721,352; 6,721,956; 6,725,459; 6,738,982; 6,744,892; 6,744,967; 6,751,271; 6,760,918; 6,795,972; 6,802,077; 6,804,708; 6,811,447; 6,817,028; 6,822,972; 6,823,385; 6,832,386;
6,845,106; 6,868,473; 6,874,075; 6,889,191; 6,909,471; 6,917,622; 6,917,628; 6,922,412; 6,927,806; 6,928,656; 6,931,058; 6,937,729; 6,969,279; 6,971,008; 6,971,121; 6,978,310;
6,986,156; 6,988,900; 6,996,838; 7,010,801; 7,053,960; 7,065,213; 7,069,578; 7,069572; D348065; D354959; D359737; D363932; D390217; D434753; D507240; D507535;
D513407; D516518; RE36368; RE36988
20070417 Patents
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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 Features .................................................................................................................... 3
Back Panel Connectors ................................................................................................................ 4
Connecting the Set-Top ................................................................................................................ 5
Connections for an HDTV and VCR ............................................................................................. 6
Connections for a Standard-Defi 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
Index ........................................................................................................................................... 18
Compliance Information.............................................................................................................. 21
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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 in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifi 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 grounding-type 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 fi 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 specifi ed by the
manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specifi ed by the 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 qualified 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 fi 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)
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, continued
Protect from Exposure to Moisture
WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi 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.
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/Off
Power Light
When the on/off 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 off, regardless of whether
it is still plugged into an AC power source.
Eliminate AC Mains Overloads
and Foreign Objects
WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi re hazard! Do
not expose this product to dripping or splashing liquids,
rain, or moisture. Objects fi lled with liquids, such as
vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.
WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi 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 fi re hazard!
Never push objects through the openings in this product.
Foreign objects can cause electrical shorts that can result
in electric shock or fi re.
WARNING: Avoid electric shock and fi re hazard!
Do not overload AC 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.
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.
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.
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Welcome
The Cisco® RNG150 Digital-Only High-Defi nition Interactive Set-Top (RNG150) with a Multi-Stream CableCARD™ (M-Card™)
provides high-defi nition (HD) capability and broadband digital video services.
Follow the instructions in this guide to install the RNG150, to become familiar with the buttons on the front panel, and to
access your cable services. Then, enjoy the features of the RNG150 and change the way you watch TV.
Important: If the M-Card is removed, the set-top will not operate correctly.
The consumer support website provides news and information about this product. For more information, please refer to
www.scientifi catlanta.com/products/consumers/new_cableboxes.htm.
Safety First
Before using the set-top, read the Important Safety Instructions section of this guide.
Identify Your Set-Top
To fi nd the serial number for your set-top, look on the bottom 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.
Serial Number
STB SN: SABNFSRVG
STB RF MAC: 001868C16906
T13615
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: _______________________________________________
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What’s In The Carton?
The set-top carton contains the following items:
RNG150
POWER DATA REMOTE
USB 2.0
Cisco RNG150 Digital-Only
High-Defi nition Interactive Set-Top
with Multi-Stream CableCARD Interface
RNG150
POWER DATAREMOTE
USB 2.0
• RNG150 Set-top with M-Card
• User Guide
• Power Cord
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 Connection Diagrams section for more information.
Check with your service provider for information about acquiring cables or adapters, or you can purchase cables or
adapters at your local electronics supplier.
Audio Left/
Right Cable
S-Video
Cable
HDMI-to-HDMI
Cable
Component Video
Cables (YPbPr)
Composite
A/V Cables
RGB Adapter
Cable
(RCA to RCA)
HDMI
Adapter
RGB
Adapter
Optical
Digital
Audio
Cable
HDMI-to-DVI
Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
Coaxial Digital
Audio Cable
2
RGB Adapter
Cable
(RCA to BNC)
RGB Adapter
Cable
(RCA to VGA)
IR Extender
Cable
IEEE
1394
4-Pin
to 4-Pin
Cable
Front Panel Features
RNG150
1 2 3 4 5 6
POWER DATA REMOTE
USB 2.0
T13672
1 Power Button Applies power to the set-top
2 Power LED Illuminates when the set-top is powered on. The LED is green
3 Data LED Illuminates when the set-top is receiving data. The LED is yellow
4 Remote LED Illuminates when the remote control is in use. The LED is green
5 IR Sensor Receives the infrared signal from the remote control
6 USB 2.0 Port Connects to external equipment, such as a keyboard or a mouse, software controlled
Note: This illustration may vary from the actual product.
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