Motorola DCT6208 User Manual

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User Guide

DCT6200/DCT6208

High Definition

Cable Receiver

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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.

Graphical symbols and supplemental warning marking locations on bottom of terminal.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

REPAIRS

If you find the unit in need of repair, call Motorola Support at 1-866-668-2271 or 1-866-MOT-BCS1.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the 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 as possible to the point of cable entry as practical.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1Read instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2Retain instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3Heed warnings

All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4Follow instructions

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended as they may cause hazard.

7Water and moisture

Do not use this equipment near water; for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry-tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

8Accessories

Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall causing serious injury and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the equipment. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the equipment and to protect it from overheating. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. Equipment should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided.

10Power sources

This product should be operated only from the type of power sources indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your local power company. For equipment intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11Ground or polarization

This equipment may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12Alternate warnings

This equipment may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This pin will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

13Power cord protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

14Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

15Lightning

For added protection for this equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges.

16Power lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them may be fatal.

17Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.

18Object and liquid entry

Never push objects of any kind into this equipment through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on

the product.

19Servicing

Do not attempt to service this equipment yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards, refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20Damage requiring service

Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

~= When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.

Ä= If the equipment has been exposed to rain or water.

Å= If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the equipment.

Ç= If the equipment does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the equipment to its normal operation.

É= If the equipment has been dropped or cabinet has been damaged.

Ñ= When the equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.

21Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22Safety check

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

23Battery usage

Notwithstanding any information provided by Motorola in this manual regarding the use of batteries, the end user assumes all responsibility and liability to use and dispose of batteries in accordance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations. Motorola will not be liable to anyone for the end user's failure to use and/or dispose of batteries in the proper manner and in accordance with such laws, rules and regulations, or for any defect contained in batteries which may cause injury damage to persons or property.

24Heat

This product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Regulatory Information

Federal Communications Commission Radio and Television Interface Statement for a Class ‘B’ Device

This equipment 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 harmful interference in the residential installation. 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If the 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 of the following measures:

Increase the separation between the equipment and the affected receiver

Connect the equipment on a circuit different from the one the receiver is on

Ensure that the cover plate for the security card is secured and tight

Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Declaration of Conformity

According to 47 CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers, Motorola, Inc., 6450 Sequence Drive, San Diego, CA 92121, 1-800-225-9446, declares under sole responsibility that the product identifies with 47 CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules as a Class B digital device. Each product marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and found to be compliant with the standards. Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47 CFR 2.909. Operation is subject to the following condition: This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. The above named party is responsible for ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47 CFR, Paragraphs 15.101 to 15.109. The Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interface Causing Equipment Regulations.

Software License

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE (“LICENSE”) CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU USE ANY SOFTWARE, FIRMWARE AND RELATED DOCUMENTATION (“SOFTWARE”) PROVIDED WITH MOTOROLA’S DIGITAL CABLE RECEIVER OR HOME THEATER SYSTEM (EACH SHALL BE REFERRED TO IN THIS LICENSE AS A “RECEIVER”). BY USING THE RECEIVER AND/OR USING ANY OF THE SOFTWARE, YOU INDICATE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF EACH OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. UPON ACCEPTANCE, THIS LICENSE WILL BE A LEGALLY BINDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND MOTOROLA. THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE APPLY TO YOU AND TO ANY SUBSEQUENT USER OF THIS SOFTWARE.

IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO ALL OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE (I) DO NOT USE THE SOFTWARE AND (II) RETURN THE RECEIVER AND THE SOFTWARE (COLLECTIVELY, “PRODUCT”), INCLUDING ALL COMPONENTS, DOCUMENTATION AND ANY OTHER MATERIALS PROVIDED WITH THE PRODUCT, TO YOUR POINT OF PURCHASE OR SERVICE PROVIDER, AS THE CASE MAY BE, FOR A FULL REFUND.

The Software includes associated media, any printed materials, and any “on-line” or electronic documentation. Software provided by third parties may be subject to separate end-user license agreements from the manufacturers of such Software. The Software is never sold. Motorola licenses the Software to the original customer and to any subsequent licensee for personal use only on the terms of this License. Motorola and its third party licensors retain the ownership of the Software.

SOFTWARE LICENSE

You may:

USE the Software only in connection with the operation of the Product.

TRANSFER the Software (including all component parts and printed materials) permanently to another person, but only if the person agrees to accept all of the terms of this License. If you transfer the Software, you must at the same time transfer the Product and all copies of the Software (if applicable) to the same person or destroy any copies not transferred.

TERMINATE this License by destroying the original and all copies of the Software (if applicable) in whatever form.

You may not:

(1) Loan, distribute, rent, lease, give, sublicense or otherwise transfer the Software, in whole or in part, to any other person, except as permitted under the TRANSFER paragraph above. (2) Copy or translate the User Guide included with the Software, other than for personal use. (3) Copy, alter, translate, decompile, disassemble or reverse engineer the Software, including but not limited to, modifying the Software to make it operate on non-compatible hardware. (4) Remove, alter or cause not to be displayed, any copyright notices or startup message contained in the Software programs or documentation. (5) Export the Software or the Product components in violation of any United States export laws.

The Product is not designed or intended for use in on-line control of aircraft, air traffic, aircraft navigation or aircraft communications; or in design, construction, operation or maintenance of any nuclear facility. MOTOROLA AND ITS THIRD PARTY LICENSORS DISCLAIM ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR SUCH USES. YOU REPRESENT AND WARRANT THAT YOU SHALL NOT USE THE PRODUCT FOR SUCH PURPOSES.

Title to this Software, including the ownership of all copyrights, mask work rights, patents, trademarks and all other intellectual property rights subsisting in the foregoing, and all adaptations to and modifications of the foregoing shall at all times remain with Motorola and its third party licensors. Motorola retains all rights not expressly licensed under this License. The Software, including any images, graphics, photographs, animation, video, audio, music and text incorporated therein is owned by Motorola or its third party licensors and is protected by United States copyright laws and international treaty provisions. Except as otherwise expressly provided in this License, the copying, reproduction, distribution or preparation of derivative works of the Software, any portion of the Product or the documentation is strictly prohibited by such laws and treaty provisions. Nothing in this License constitutes a waiver of Motorola’s rights under United States copyright law.

This License and your rights regarding any matter it addresses are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, without reference to conflict of laws principles. THIS LICENSE SHALL TERMINATE AUTOMATICALLY if you fail to comply with the terms of this License.

Motorola is not responsible for any third party software that is provided as a bundled application, or otherwise, with the Software or that is downloaded to, or otherwise installed on, the Product.

U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS

The Product and documentation is provided with RESTRICTED RIGHTS. The use, duplication or disclosure by the Government is subject to restrictions as set forth in subdivision (c)(1)(ii) of The Rights in Technical Data and Computer Software clause at 52.227-7013. The contractor/manufacturer is Motorola, Inc., Broadband Communications Sector, 101 Tournament Drive, Horsham, PA 19044.

Canadian Compliance

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respects toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Contact Us

For technical support of your Receiver, call Motorola Support at 1-866-668-2271 or 1-866-MOT-BCS1.

For questions about your cable TV service, call your local cable service provider.

For Motorola consumer cable products, education, and support:

http://www.motorola.com/broadband

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Copyright © 2003 Motorola, Inc.

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means or used to make any derivative work (such as translation, transformation or adaptation) without written permission from Motorola, Inc.

Motorola reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes in content from time to time without obligation on the part of Motorola to provide notification of such revision or change. Motorola provides this guide without warranty of any kind, either implied or expressed, including but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Motorola may make improvements or changes in the product(s) described in this manual at any time.

MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the US Patent & Trademark Office. Dolby Digital is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners.

© Motorola, Inc. 2003

DCT6200/DCT6208 User Guide

CONTENTS

Introduction .............................................................................................

3

Basic Operation.......................................................................................

6

Turning Power On and Off...............................................................

6

Changing Channels ..........................................................................

6

Adjusting the Volume.......................................................................

6

Interactive Program Guide...............................................................

6

Audio/Video Connections ......................................................................

7

RF Bypass................................................................................................

8

Optimizing Your DCT* Output Settings ..............................................

10

User Options ...................................................................................

12

Connecting Your DCT* .........................................................................

15

Connecting Your DCT* to a HDTV – Video Only ................................

16

Connecting Your DCT* to a HDTV – Audio Only................................

18

Connecting Your DCT* to an A/V Receiver – Audio Only .................

20

Connecting your DCT* to a Stereo TV ................................................

22

Connecting your DCT* to a Stereo TV and Stereo VCR ....................

24

Connecting your DCT* to an A/V Receiver, TV, and VCR .................

26

Connecting your DCT* to a Stereo TV, VCR, and DVD......................

28

Recording Your Connections ..............................................................

30

Graphics Overlaying the Video............................................................

32

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Data Devices..........................................................................................

33

Data Features ..................................................................................

34

Troubleshooting....................................................................................

35

Specifications........................................................................................

40

Physical Dimensions......................................................................

40

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INTRODUCTION

Welcome and congratulations on receiving a Motorola DCT* High Definition Cable Receiver, one of the most advanced interactive digital cable receivers available today. With the DCT*, Motorola has merged the extraordinary features of digital cable – the seemingly endless programming options, interactive program guides, Video on Demand (VOD), and commercial free, CD quality music – with personal video recording (PVR) and the incredible picture quality and sound of High-Definition TV.

The DCT6200 is the next generation of Motorola’s DCT5100 platform enhanced with an 800 MIPS internal processor. The DCT6200 also includes an “Entertainment Package” that enables a direct digital connection to consumer audio and video devices via 1394-DTV and DVI interfaces. The DCT6208 is fully equipped with an integrated 80 GB hard drive for hours of PVR functionality, including the capability of recording high definition programs. The DCT6208 also features a 1394 Firewire digital interface to enable external hard-drive expansion for increased storage or connection to future networked video devices.

This User Guide introduces you to the basic features of the DCT*, outlines important safeguards, and provides several options for integrating this component into your current entertainment system. Please take a few moments to read through this User Guide as the configuration diagrams, on-screen menu description, and troubleshooting section will help you make the most of your home entertainment experience.

To determine which features of digital cable are provided in your service area, please check with your local cable operator. They will be happy to provide instructions for these optional services.

In this User Guide, DCT* refers to both the DCT6200 and DCT6208 High Definition Cable Receivers.

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Message Indicator

Lights when a message is waiting

FRONT PANEL

POWER switch

Turns the DCT* on or off

MENU switch

Displays the menu area

INFO switch

Displays current channel and program information

 

 

CURSOR

 

 

 

INFO

 

 

 

 

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MENU

 

 

 

 

ON

 

 

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CURSOR

POWER

 

 

Moves cursor around program

indicator

 

 

guide and menu screens

Lights to indicate

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO IN (L/R)*

DCT* is on

Connects to a CD player or stereo tuner

USB*

VIDEO IN*

 

 

Connects to

Connects to baseband video output of a

 

support devices

VCR, camcorder, or other video device

 

 

 

TO TV/VCR

 

AUDIO IN (R/L)*

 

 

Connects to TV or VCR

Connects to a CD player or stereo tuner

 

 

 

CABLE IN

ETHERNET*

DVI*

Connects to cable signal

Supports PC

 

Connects DCT*

 

 

from your service provider

networking

to a high-definition TV

 

 

 

ETHERNET

R

AUDIO IN

L

 

 

 

 

TO

 

 

 

 

 

TV/VCR

IR

 

DVI-D OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

CABLE

 

 

 

AUDIO OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV

 

 

 

 

USB

Pass Card

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IR

Enables DCT* to control a VCR while recording a selected program.

(Not supported by all program guides).

USB*

Connects to support devices

AUDIO OUT (R/L)

Connects to audio input of a stereo receiver

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A/B Indicator

Lights, if optional switch is activated

SELECT switch

Selects menu options

GUIDE switch

Displays the program guide

A/B switch

Manually enables RF bypass function (optional)

 

CHANNEL

A/B

 

P

 

A/B

 

GUIDE

 

REMOTE

SMART CARD

 

SELEC T

 

REMOTE

SMART

indicator

CARD*

Lights to indicate

Supports electronic commerce using a

remote control

Smart Card.

is in use

 

Display

CHANNEL

Displays channel number

Scrolls down or

and time of day

up through the

 

channels

SPDIF

Provides Dolby® Digital 5.1 audio or PCM audio

VIDEO IN*

Connects to baseband video output from a VCR, camcorder, or other video device

BACK PANEL

 

VIDEO OUT

AC Switched Outlet

Delivers video to an external device, such as a TV or VCR

Connect AC power cord from another device, such as a TV or VCR

 

 

 

VIDEO

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IN

OUT

IEEE 1394

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OPTICAL

SPDIF

IEEE 1394

Connects to audio and video devices

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OPTICAL SPDIF

Delivers component video

Provides Dolby® Digital 5.1 audio or PCM audio

S-Video

Connect to S-Video input of TV or VCR

*Your DCT6200/DCT6208 may not support all of the inputs and outputs shown.

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BASIC OPERATION

Turning Power On and Off

Press POWER on the front panel to turn the DCT* on or off. When using the remote control, be sure it is in cable mode by pressing CABLE before pressing POWER.

Changing Channels

You can change channels in two ways:

Press CHANNEL or on the front panel of the DCT*, or press CHANNEL + or - on the remote control to step through the channel selection.

Enter the number of the channel you want to tune using the number keys on the remote control.

Adjusting the Volume

Press VOLUME + or – on the remote control to adjust the volume. When you adjust the volume, the volume scale is displayed on the screen. Press MUTE on the remote control to turn the sound off and on again.

For best audio quality, use the remote control to set the DCT* to approximately ¾ of the maximum volume level and then adjust the audio levels on external devices such as your TV or A/V Receiver.

Interactive Program Guide

The interactive program guide displays information about TV programs and enables you to access features such as Parental Control or Pay-Per-View. Interactive program guides can vary with each cable service provider. Refer to the interactive program guide instruction manual for detailed instructions.

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AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS

Before you move or change components on your entertainment system, review the following:

For basic cable connections, use 75-ohm coaxial cables equipped with F-type connectors. A 6-foot coaxial cable is provided to connect the DCT* to your cable wall outlet. A 6-foot component video cable and left/right audio cables are also provided to connect the DCT* to your TV.

If your equipment supports it, S-video connections may be used in place of the standard RCA video connections. In most cases, S-video offers a higher level of standard definition video quality than RCA video

If your equipment supports it, the optical (OPTICAL SPDIF) or coaxial digital (SPDIF) audio outputs may be used in place of the stereo audio outputs (AUDIO R and L). In most cases these outputs offer a higher level of audio quality, including support for 5.1 Surround Sound.

If you are connecting a coaxial cable from the TO TV/VCR connector on the DCT* to the coaxial CABLE/ANTENNA IN connector on the TV, you must tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 to view the DCT* output.

Connecting the DCT* in this manner will remove its high definition video capability.

Disconnect power from the DCT* before connecting or changing cable connections.

The DCT* offers Component and DVI video outputs. These outputs provide a high level of video quality. If your High Definition television (HDTV) or home theater receiver supports either of these connections, use one or the other instead of the RCA type or S-Video connections. For more information on connecting High Definition video, see “Connecting your DCT* to an HDTV – Video Only” on page 16.

CAUTION!

Do not place anything on top of the DCT*, especially other home entertainment components. Be sure to provide adequate ventilation to prevent overheating.

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CABLE

 

 

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From cable outlet

IN

 

To TV

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