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Digital Adapter
Easy Setup Guide
Installation • Operation • Troubleshooting
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What you Need to Know
To bring you better service now and in the future Mediacom
is upgrading to an All-Digital network – All-Digital for every
channel, on every TV set.
Table of Contents
What’s Included in this Install Kit ...................................4
Items that you may also Need .....................................5
Start Here ......................................................6
Connecting to a TV (No VCR) ......................................8
Connecting to a TV + VCR ........................................9
Power Up .....................................................10
Connecting to the Cable Network and Activating your Digital Adapter ..12
Verify your Mediacom Services ...................................13
Connecting the IR Receiver (Optional) .............................14
Programming the New Remote ...................................15
Digital Adapter Operation Guide .................................20
Using your Digital Adapter and VCR ...............................21
Remote Operation Guide ........................................23
Troubleshooting Guide ..........................................24
Digital Adapter Operation Guide (Two remotes) .....................26
To continue to receive all the channels you are used to, you will
need to make sure that every TV in your home is equipped with
one of our Digital Adapters or Digital Cable Boxes.
What you Need to Do
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What’s Included in this Install Kit? Items you may also Need
Digital Adapter
Each TV will need to be connected to a Digital Adapter or a
Digital Cable Box, but not both.
5 Foot Coax Cable
Power Cord
Remote Control
In order to operate the Digital Adapter you must use
the remote control included with this kit. Programming
instructions for the remote control are included in this guide.
2 AA Batteries
IR Receiver
If you prefer to hide the Digital Adapter behind your TV,
you will need to connect this IR Receiver to your Digital
Adapter so your new remote control can send signals to it.
Adhesive Fasteners
Use these if you want to stick the Digital Adapter to your TV.
Note: Please be careful. Mediacom is not responsible for
any damage done to any surface you stick these to.
POWER
Flashlight
Power Strip
You’ll need a power strip if you already have two items
plugged into the electrical outlet that you plan to use.
Extension Cord
You’ll need an extension cord if you already have two items
plugged into the electrical outlet closest to your TV.
Cable In IR In
+5V
DC InTo TV Ch 3/4
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The last four digits of the serial number of
each Digital Adapter you will be activating:
Serial Number Location in your Home Output Channel
Please refer to the Welcome Letter that was
delivered with this kit to identify:
Note: The serial number can be found on the bottom of the
Digital Adapter itself and is also printed on the outside of
the Digital Adapter package.
Start Here!
• The account number associated with your
Mediacom account.
• Any specific instructions not included in this
Setup Guide.
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A
Turn off your TV.
B
Locate the cable that currently runs
from the cable wall outlet to the
back of your TV. Leave one end of
the cable connected to the wall, but
disconnect the other end from the
back of your TV.
C
Reconnect this end of the cable to
the “Cable In” input on the back of
the Digital Adapter.
Cable Outlet
Wall
B
TV
If you have a VCR, follow the directions on page 9.
If you do not have a VCR, follow the directions on this page.
If you do not have a VCR, follow the directions on page 8.
If you have a VCR, follow the directions on this page.
Connecting to a TV (No VCR) Connecting to a TV+VCR
A
Find the five-foot coax cable
included in this kit. Connect one end
of the cable to the “To TV” input on
the back of the Digital Adapter.
B
Connect the other end to the
“Cable In/RF In” input on the
back of your TV.
Cable In IR In
+5V
DC InTo TV Ch 3/4
A
B
TV
Cable In IR In
+5V
DC InTo TV Ch 3/4
Wall
Cable Outlet
C
A
Find the five-foot coax cable
included in this kit. Connect one end
of the cable to the “To TV” input on
the back of the Digital Adapter.
B
Connect the other end to the “Cable In/
RF In” input on the back of your VCR.
A
Turn off your TV.
B
Locate the cable that currently runs
from the cable wall outlet to the back
of your VCR (or other recording device).
Leave one end of the cable connected
to the wall, but disconnect the other
end from the back of your VCR.
C
Reconnect this end of the cable to
the “Cable In” input on the back of
the Digital Adapter.
Cable In IR In
+5V
DC InTo TV Ch 3/4
Wall
Cable Outlet
C
Cable Outlet
Wall
B
VCR
Cable In IR In
+5V
DC InTo TV Ch 3/4
A
B
VCR Input
Connect the Digital Adapter
to the Cable Outlet
Connect the Digital Adapter
to the TV
Connect the Digital Adapter
to the Cable Outlet
Connect the Digital Adapter
to the VCR
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Cable In IR In
+5V
DC InTo TV Ch 3/4
A
Choose which output channel you will use and make sure your
television is set to the selected channel.
Set the switch on the back of the Digital Adapter to the proper
output channel (Ch
3 or Ch 4).
B
Find the power cord included in the kit. Plug the end of the
power cord into the power input “+
5V DC In” on the back
of the Digital Adapter.
C
Plug the other end into a working electrical outlet or power strip.
Make sure that the outlet is not controlled by a
switch that gets turned on and off.
D
Check the front of the Digital Adapter to see if the green light
is on and blinking. If it is not on, check to make sure the power
plug was plugged into the power input “+
5V DC In” and that the
other end is plugged into a working electrical outlet.
Power Up
Cable In IR In
+5V
DC InTo TV Ch 3/4
A
B
B
C
D
Cable In IR In
+5V
DC InTo TV Ch 3/4
Please wait 20 minutes before calling to activate.
This will allow the Digital Adapter to connect to
the network and get the latest updates.
Caution:
Just because it fits doesn’t mean it’s in the right place.
Be sure that the cord is plugged into the “+5V DC In”
plug located on the outward side of the box NOT the
“IR In” plug located toward the center of the box.
Note: After activation, this light will remain on and constantly lit.
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A
If you received more than one Digital Adapter, this would be a good time
to get the others installed so you can activate them all with one call.
After completing the activation step, wait a few minutes
for programming to appear.
A
Confirm that the Digital Adapter is connected to the power and that
the light on the front is solid (not blinking).
B
Make sure that the TV is on.
C
Using the remote control to operate your Digital Adapter, scroll through
your channels and make sure they are all working.
Channel 3/4
Connecting to the Network and
Activating your Digital Adapter
Verify your Services
A
B
C
Remember, you must wait 20 minutes before calling to
activate. This will allow the Digital Adapter to connect to
the network and get the latest updates.
B
Call Mediacom’s automated activation line
877-537-5360
and follow the instructions.
C
Turn on your TV and tune it to the proper output channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4).
Note: The serial number can be found on the bottom of the
Digital Adapter itself and is also printed on the outside of
the Digital Adapter package.
Note: If the light is blinking, or your channels are not showing up,
turn to the troubleshooting section of this guide.
Note: To complete your activation, you will need your account
information and the serial number of each Digital Adapter
you are activating.
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Optional: Connecting the IR Receiver
Programming the New Remote
You will need to install the IR Receiver if you cannot place
the Digital Adapter in a position that will be in clear view of your
remote or if you want to hide the Digital Adapter behind your TV.
A
Plug the smaller end of the IR Receiver into the
“IR In” port on the back of the Digital Adapter.
B
Place the other end of the IR Receiver where it can be seen
from the front of the TV. Use the adhesive fasteners in
the package to attach the IR Receiver to your TV.
This is the easiest method for programming your remote
control to operate the volume and power on your TV
and to change channels.
In this next section, you will use the remote to
automatically find the right code for your TV.
Note: Please be careful. Mediacom is not responsible for any damage
done to any surface you stick these to.
Keys to successfully
programming your remote:
• Read all instructions carefully
before starting.
• Pay attention to the red light on
the remote after each step. You’ll
need to watch for blinks in order
to tell if you have completed a
step correctly.
• Be patient. It may take a few tries
to get this right.
• Step 4 is critical. Remember to
press and release “CH+” many
times but do it slowly and pay
attention. As soon as the TV turns
off, you’ll only have five seconds
to press the SET key to lock in
the code.
Red light
location
IR In
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Step 3Step 1
Step 4
Step 2
Turn on your TV using the buttons on the TV or the TV remote
and tune the TV to the proper channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4).
Enter 9-9-1. The red light on the remote will blink twice if entered correctly.
Install the batteries (included in your kit) in your new remote control.
Press and hold the “Set” button until the red light
blinks once, pauses, then blinks TWICE.
Keys to success:
• Carefully read all
parts of step 4
before attempting.
• Take your time
and hit “CH+” key
slowly.
• If you hit “CH+” one
too many times after
your TV turns off,
you’ll need to start
the process over.
• Be ready. You must
press the SET key
within five seconds
of the TV turning off
to lock in the code.
• Don’t give up. You
may have to press
the “CH+” button
many, many times.
Point the remote at the TV
and slowly press and release “CH+”
one or more times until the TV turns off.
With the TV still off, press “Set” within
five seconds to lock in the code. The red
light on the remote will blink twice.
Red light blinks once, pauses,
then blinks twice.
Red light blinks twice.
Red light
blinks twice.
Keep your eyes on
the remote so you can
watch the red light.
Careful:
It’s 9-
9-1 not 9-1-1.
Note:
Your TV must always be set to the proper channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4)
to match the output channel on the back of your Digital Adapter.
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Step 5
Press the “Power” button to turn on your TV. If your TV comes on,
then you have successfully programmed your remote!
Find the small instruction booklet that came with the remote.
Use those instructions to look up and enter the five digit code
for your TV make and model.
Or go to:
http://www.urcsupport.com/html.php?page_id=476
If you are still not successful, turn to page 26 in this booklet.
If you are not successful the first time, try again.
If you still don’t succeed, try this alternate method:
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Digital Adapter Operation Guide
Using your Digital Adapter and VCR
Quick Troubleshooting Checklist
• TV set on the proper output channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4).
• Digital Adapter light is on.
Quick Troubleshooting Checklist
• TV set on the proper output channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4).
• VCR set on the proper output channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4).
• Tune VCR to the same channel.
• DigitalAdapterlightison.
• TuneDigitalAdaptertochannelthatyouwanttorecord.
Be sure that the
Digital Adapter
is on.
You should see a
solid green light.
Use your Digital
Adapter remote
to tune the
Digital Adapter
to the channel
that you want to
record.
Be sure that the
Digital Adapter is set
to the proper output
channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4).
Be sure that the TV
is on the proper
channel
(Ch 3 or Ch 4).
Be sure that the TV
is on the proper
channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4).
Be sure that the
Digital Adapter is
set to the proper
output channel
(Ch 3 or Ch 4).
Be sure that the VCR
is set on the proper
output channel
(Ch 3 or Ch 4).
Be sure that
the VCR tuner
is set to the
proper channel
(Ch 3 or Ch 4).
Always use the remote that came with the Digital Adapter
to change channels and for volume control.
Recording with your VCR:
TV on Ch 3 and VCR on Ch 3 if you selected Ch 3 for your
Digital Adapter output channel.
or
TV on Ch 4 and VCR on Ch 4 if you selected Ch 4 for your
Digital Adapter output channel.
Use your Digital Adapter remote to tune the Digital Adapter to the channel
to be recorded. If you are scheduling a recording, you must leave your
Digital Adapter tuned to the channel that you want to record.
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When the remote has been programmed to the
TV, the POWER key will turn the TV on and off.
Use the key pad (0-9) to directly select
the channels.
Use ENTER to directly tune a channel
(e.g. 1-0-9 Enter).
Use LAST to recall the last channel.
Press MUTE once to turn sound off or on.
Use CH+ (or CH-) to select the next higher
(or lower) channel.
Use VOL+ (or VOL-) to raise (or lower) the volume.
Use LANG to switch between different languages
and audio options.
FUNCTIONKEY
Remote Operation Guide
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Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide
If the remote control does not work:
• Check that the batteries still have charge and are
inserted correctly.
• Make sure your remote can “see” the front of the
Digital Adapter.
• If you are using the IR Receiver, make sure that it is connected
firmly to the Digital Adapter.
If there is no picture on the TV and the light on the
Digital Adapter is blinking:
• Check your coaxial cables and make sure that they are
attached correctly.
• Unplug the Digital Adapter, plug it back in, then wait
five minutes for it to reset.
If there is no picture on the TV and the light on the
Digital Adapter is solid (not blinking):
• Check that the TV is tuned to the proper channel
(Ch 3 or Ch 4).
• If you are also connected to a VCR, try turning the VCR off.
• Check that the Digital Adapter is connected directly to the
cable provider outlet in your wall.
• Make sure that all cables are firmly connected.
• Check the input setting on your TV, make sure that it
is set on ANT or CABLE.
If the audio is in a language that you did not expect to hear:
• You may have changed to an alternate language setting – press
the “LANG” button on your remote control one or two times.
If the remote is turning the TV off and on and changing
the channels but not changing the volume:
• Your TV volume may have been turned all the way down
or muted with the old TV remote. Refer to page 26.
If your Digital Adapter is not coming on:
• Make sure that the power cord is securely connected to
the back of the Digital Adapter.
• Make sure that the Digital Adapter power cord is plugged
into a working power outlet.
If you cannot get the Digital Adapter remote programmed
to your TV:
• You may not be hitting the “CH+” enough times.
• Be sure to push the “Set” button within five seconds once
your TV turns off.
• You may be hitting the “CH+” once the TV has already turned
off. Start over and press the button slowly.
• Try the alternate programming method on page 19.
VCR is not recording the right channel:
• The VCR will only record the channel that the Digital Adapter
is tuned to. Set your TV and VCR to the proper channel
(Ch 3 or Ch 4), then use the Digital Adapter remote to tune
the Digital Adapter to the channel to be recorded.
For Additional Assistance:
Please visit www.mediacomcable.com/getdigital
or contact customer service at 1-800-578-8697
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Digital Adapter Operation Guide
(Two remotes)
Using Two Remotes
If you were unable to program your remote, you will
need to use two remotes to operate your TV: the Digital
Adapter remote and the one that came with your TV.
Setting the remote volume
1. Use the remote control that came with your
TV to adjust the volume to a comfortable level.
This should be the last time you’ll use this
remote for volume control.
2. Going forward use only your Digital Adapter
remote to adjust volume up or down.
Use the remote that came
with your TV to turn
the TV on and off.
Use your Digital Adapter
remote to change
channels and adjust
volume.
Caution:
Don’t use your TV remote to change channels.
Your TV must always be set to the proper
channel (Ch 3 or Ch 4) or you will
see a snowy or blank screen.
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