Pace DC551P Operator Guide

CONTENTS

DOLBY

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Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works.
©

1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories, Inc. All rights reserved.

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other
limited pay-per-view uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse
engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Pace and are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of

Pace Micro Technology plc.

PowerKEY and the PowerKEY design are registered trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered
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Other trade marks listed herein are the property of their respective owners.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

REAR PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

CONNECTING TO THE AC POWER SUPPLY . . . . . . . . 10

OPERATING YOUR SET-TOP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

SOLVING PROBLEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

The model and serial number of your Pace DC551P set-top are
on a label on its base.

Copyright © 2006 Pace Micro Technology plc All rights reserved

Connecting your TV to the AC power supply . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting the power cord to your set-top . . . . . . . . . 10

Connecting equipment to the AC wall outlets . . . . . . . 10

Turning your set-top on and off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Using your remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Activating baseband loopthrough for a DVD

or similar equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Using the front-panel buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Making HDTV-display settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using an RF-bypass module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Lightning storms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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SAFETY INFORMATION

This digital set-top has been manufactured and tested with your
safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential
electric shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that
have been built into your set-top, please observe the precautions
discussed in this document.

Warnings on your set-top

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within a triangle, is intended to alert you to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous” voltages
within your set-top’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within a triangle is
intended to alert you to the presence of
important instructions in the literature

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accompanying your set-top.

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

Other warnings

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE
COVER OF YOUR SET-TOP.
THERE ARE NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE IT.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS SET-TOP TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

DO NOT PERFORM ANY SERVICING UNLESS YOU ARE QUALIFIED TO DO
SO BY PACE. REFER ALL SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
SERVICING THE SET-TOP YOURSELF WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.

Installation

The installation of your set-top should be carried out by a qualified
installer and should conform to local codes.

Note to the installer

This reminder is provided to call the attention of the cable-TV-system
installer to Section 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (USA),
which 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 cable entry as is practical.

Service address:

Pace Micro Technology (Support Services) Ltd.
3701 FAU Boulevard, Suite 200
Boca Raton
Florida, 33431, U.S.A.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Before you install or use the apparatus, you must read
and understand these Important Safety Instructions.
At all times when using the apparatus you must follow
these Important Safety Instructions to reduce the risk of
fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.

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 amplifiers)
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 fit 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 specified by the
manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified 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 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.

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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)

In addition to the Important Safety Instructions, please read the
Safety Information below.

Power sources

You must operate your set-top only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power
supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company.

Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or other power
outlets as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Lightning

For added protection for your set-top during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
disconnect the antenna, cable system and telecommunication line
cord from your set-top. See also item 13 in the Important Safety
Instructions.

Placement and mounting

Do not place your set-top on an unstable or uneven surface. Your
set-top may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious
damage to your set-top. If you mount your set-top, for example to
a wall or ceiling, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use a
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. See also
item 12 in the Important Safety Instructions.

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Ventilation

Slots and openings in the casing of your set-top are provided for
ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of your set-top and to
protect it from overheating.

• never block the ventilation openings by placing your set-top on
a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface;

• never cover the ventilation openings with items such as
newspapers, table-cloths or curtains;

• do not place your set-top in a built-in installation such as a
bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or you
have adhered to the manufacturer’s instructions;

• maintain a minimum distance of 3 inches around your set-top
for sufficient ventilation.

See also item 7 in the Important Safety Instructions.

Water and moisture

Do not expose this set-top to dripping or splashing and ensure that
no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on your set-top.
See also item 5 in the Important Safety Instructions.

Entry of objects and liquids

Never push objects of any kind into your set-top through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on
your set-top.

SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)

Risk of fire or scorching

Never place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on your
set-top.

Outdoor antenna grounding

Be sure that any outside antenna or cable system connected to
your set-top is grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surges and static charges that have built up. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code (USA), ANSI/NFPA 70 provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna­discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna­discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See the diagram below.

(Example
antenna

ground clamps

electric service equipment

ground clamps

antenna lead-in wire

antenna-discharge unit
(NEC section 810-20)

grounding conductors
(NEC section 810-21)

power service grounding electrode system
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

Power lines

You must not locate an outside antenna system in the vicinity of
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where
it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, you must take extreme care to avoid touching such
power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal.

Transporting

Move the combination of set-top and cart with care. Quick stops,
excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the combination of
set-top and cart to overturn. See also item 12 in the Important
Safety Instructions.

Ambient temperature

The operating temperature range of your set-top is 32-104°F. If the
ambient temperature around your set-top falls outside this range,
you must correct this in order for your set-top to work correctly
and safely. For example, if the temperature is too high, switch on
the air conditioning.

Replacement parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure that the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards. See also item 14 in the Important Safety Instructions.

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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)

Safety check

Upon completion of any servicing or repairs to your set-top, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that your
set-top is in its proper operating condition. See also item 14 in the
Important Safety Instructions.

SAVE THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

The POWER OUTLET plug is designed only for connection to the AC
power cord for a TV. The maximum power it can supply is 500 watts.
Do not connect any equipment that uses more than 500 watts, or any
non-TV equipment such as a toaster or hair dryer.

The CABLE IN connector is designed for
connection to a cable network only.
You must not connect any other equipment,

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such as a VCR, to this input.

POWER INPUT

Safety aspects of connections

Full details of the rear panel are on page 8.

Connecting

Do not connect your set-top (or any other equipment such as a TV
or VCR) to the power supply until you have properly connected all
the other cables.

Your set-top operates with a 120 V AC, 60 Hz power supply. Do
not connect your set-top to any supply other than this.

This set-top is equipped with a two-wire power cord, with a
polarized plug at one end. The other end of the cord is fitted with
a polarized connector, which is shaped such that it can only be fitted
one way into the power input jack of your set-top. Connect this
end first, before inserting the polarized plug into the wall socket­outlet.

Disconnecting

Disconnect your set-top from the power supply before you
disconnect any other equipment from its rear panel.

The only way to disconnect your set-top from the power supply is
to remove the power cord from the wall socket-outlet. Your set­top must therefore be installed near to the wall socket-outlet,
which should be easily accessible.