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EXPLORER® 2000
Digital Home Communications Terminal
User’s Guide
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Please Read This Entire Guide
Important
Please read this entire guide before you install or operate this equipment. Give
particular attention to safety statements. Look for this symbol throughout this
guide.
Remote Control
This guide describes using the remote control to operate the
EXPLORER® 2000 Digital Home Communications T erminal. See
EXPLORER 2000 Front Panel in this guide for information about basic
functions using the EXPLORER 2000 front panel controls.
The procedures in this guide include pictures of screens and symbols of
remote control buttons.
Caution:
Do not place a magnet, or any type of magnetic/static dust removal device on or
near this equipment. Magnetic/static devices may affect the operation of this
equipment.
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Contents
Important Rules for Safe Operation ........................................................................................... iv
Quick Reference .............................................................................................................................. 1
• Model 8650-ER1 Remote Control......................................................................................... 1
• EXPLORER 2000 Front Panel............................................................................................... 3
How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000 ............................................................................................ 4
• Interactive Program Guide ................................................................................................... 4
• Quick Settings Screen .......................................................................................................... 5
• Quick Settings Options ........................................................................................................ 6
• General Settings Screen ....................................................................................................... 7
• General Settings Preferences ............................................................................................... 8
• Understanding the Icons ................................................................................................... 10
• Understanding Ratings for Television Programs.............................................................. 11
Optional Features ......................................................................................................................... 1 2
• Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 12
• Listening to Music ............................................................................................................. 12
• Using VCR Commmander™ ............................................................................................... 12
• How to Install the Bypass Module ................................................................................... 13
• How to Use Bypass ........................................................................................................... 14
• How to Install Tape and View ............................................................................................ 15
How to Connect ............................................................................................................................. 1 6
• To Connect the EXPLORER 2000 ...................................................................................... 16
• To Connect a Non-Cable Ready TV .................................................................................. 17
• Back Panel Connections .................................................................................................... 18
• To Connect to a TV and VCR ............................................................................................ 19
• To Connect to a Stereo TV and Non-Stereo VCR............................................................. 20
• To Connect to a Stereo TV, Stereo VCR, and Stereo Receiver ......................................... 21
• To Connect to a Stereo TV, Non-Stereo VCR, and Stereo Receiver................................. 22
• To Connect to an AC-3Decoder ........................................................................................ 23
Problems? ....................................................................................................................................... 24
• Problem? ....................................................................................................................... ...... 24
• Replace the Remote Control Batteries ............................................................................... 25
Appendix A How to Program the Remote Control ............................................................... A - 1
Notices ................................................................................................................ Inside Back Cover
Regulatory Notices ...................................................................................................... Back Cover
• United States FCC Compliance ........................................................................... Back Cover
• FCC Declaration of Conformity ..........................................................................Back Cover
• Canada EMI Regulation ...................................................................................... Back Cover
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Important Rules for Safe Operation
Note to the installer of the CATV system
Read and Retain These Instructions
• Read all of the instructions before you operate this equipment. Give particular
attention to all safety precautions. Retain the instructions for future reference.
• Comply with all warning and caution statements in the instructions. Observe all
warning and caution symbols that are affixed to this equipment.
• Comply with all instructions that accompany this equipment.
Cleaning the Equipment
Before cleaning this equipment, unplug it from the electrical outlet. Use a damp cloth
to clean this equipment. Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use
a magnetic/static cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this equipment.
Liquid or Moisture
Do not expose this equipment to liquid or moisture. Do not place this equipment on a
wet surface. Do not spill liquids on or near this equipment.
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Important Rules for Safe Operation, Continued
Placement
Place this equipment in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet to
accommodate the length of the power cord. Place this equipment on a stable surface.
The surface must support the size and weight of this equipment.
WARNING:
Avoid personal injury and damage to this equipment. An unstable surface may
cause this equipment to fall.
Accessories
Do not use accessories with this equipment unless recommended by your cable
company.
Ventilation
This equipment has openings for ventilation that protect it from overheating. To
ensure the reliability of this equipment, do not obstruct the openings.
• Do not place other equipment, lamps, books, or any other object on the top of
this equipment.
• Do not place this equipment in any of the locations that follow:
- On a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface
- Over a radiator or a heat register
- In an enclosure, such as a bookcase or equipment rack, unless the installation
provides proper ventilation
WARNING:
Avoid electric shock and fire hazard. Never push objects through the openings in
this equipment. Objects can touch dangerous voltage points or cause electrical
shorts that can result in electric shock or fire.
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Important Rules for Safe Operation, Continued
Power Sources
A label on this equipment indicates the correct power source for this equipment.
Operate this equipment only from an electrical outlet that has the voltage and
frequency that the label indicates.
If you are unsure of the type of power supply to your residence, consult ScientificAtlanta, Inc., or your local power company.
WARNING:
Avoid electric shock and fire hazard. Do not overload electrical outlets and
extension cords. For equipment that requires battery power or other sources to
operate, refer to the operating instructions for that equipment.
Grounding
This equipment has a two-prong plug. Properly ground (earth) this equipment by
inserting the plug into a grounded electrical, two-socket outlet. If this plug is polarized it has one wide prong and one narrow prong. This plug fits only one way. If you
are unable to insert this plug fully into the outlet, contact an electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet.
Power Cord Protection
Arrange all power cords so that people cannot walk on the cords, place objects on
the cords, or place objects against the cords, which can damage the cords. Pay
particular attention to cords that are at plugs, at electrical outlets, and at the places
where the cords exit the equipment.
Lightning and Power Surges
Ground (earth) your cable system to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges. If you have questions, call your cable company.
Servicing
Do not open the cover of this equipment. If you open the cover, your warranty will be
void. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only. Contact your cable company for
instructions.
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Important Rules for Safe Operation, Continued
Damage that Requires Service
For damage that requires service, unplug this equipment from the electrical outlet.
Refer service to qualified service personnel when any of the following occurs:
• There is damage to the power cord or plug
• Liquid enters the equipment
• A heavy object falls on the equipment
• There is exposure to rain or water
• Operation is not normal (the instructions describe the proper operation)
• If you drop this equipment, or damage the cabinet of this equipment
• If this equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this equipment (home terminal), ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the equipment is in
proper operating condition.
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Quick Reference
Model 8650-ER1 Remote Control
Power
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
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10
11
12
13
14
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
1
25
26
Sound
22
20
Channels
2
6
8
9
19
Explorer 2000 on or off
VCR on or off
TV on or off
Mutes sound
Adjusts volume
Displays channel information
Selects channels, up or down
Enter channel numbers
(also used to enter your
personal identification number
[PIN] for parental control)
Views favorite channels
Returns to last channel viewed
Notes:
• Program the remote control before you use the EXPLORER 2000.
See Appendix A for programming procedures.
• Make sure you use only alkaline batteries in the remote control. See
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries later in this guide for more information.
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Quick Reference, Continued
Screens
3
4
7
24
23
5
21
VCR
10
11
12
18
16
Displays next or previous screen
Hides interactive screen
Makes on-screen decisions
Displays interactive program guide
Displays program settings
Moves through interactive screen choices
Chooses interactive screen item
Fast forwards tape
Records program
Stops tape
Rewinds tape
Plays tape
17
Pauses tape
Device Control
13
14
15
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Switches control between your VCR and Video On Demand
(VOD) movie
Switches control between your TV and VCR
Controls the BYPASS option (See Optional Features)
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Quick Reference, Continued
EXPLORER 2000 Front Panel
1 2 3
5678 4
1
2
3
4
Display
Increases or decreases volume
Moves channels up or down
Turns EXPLORER 2000 power on or off
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Power is on when indicator is lit
5
6
7
8
(Factory use only)
Optional bypass feature is on when indicator is lit
A message is waiting when indicator is lit
Access Card slot
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How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000
Interactive Program Guide
The Interactive Program Guide is a convenient way to see a list of current
and up-coming programs and quickly tune to channels. Press
display the Interactive Program Guide.
Typical Interactive Program Guide
to
Note: If you select a channel within a past or current time slot, you display
the program on that channel (which may be in progress). If you select a
channel in a future time slot, you set a reminder timer that generates a screen
message before the program begins. See Using the General Settings
Screen.
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How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000, Continued
Quick Settings Screen
The Quick Settings screen contains shortcuts that allow you to quickly access
frequently used features. Press
Quick Settings screen.
on the remote control to display the
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How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000, Continued
Quick Settings Options
Option Description
Add (channel) Adds the current channel to your list of favorite channels.
to Favorites
Enable Locks or unlocks your blocked channels. Unlocking allows
Parental viewing of all blocked channels while your EXPLORER 2000
Control is on.
Record Records the current channel. Make sure your VCR
(channel) power is on and you have a blank tape inserted before you
begin recording.
Press
to stop the recording.
Activate Define an alternate audio source for output to the TV.
Second Audio Generally used for second language audio output, this
Programming applies only to channels that offer Second Audio
Programming.
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How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000, Continued
General Settings Screen
The General Settings screen contains preferences that enable you to define
the functions and features of your EXPLORER 2000. See General Settings
Preferences for a description of each preference on the screen.
Note: Your cable company determines which options appear on your
screens. You may not have access to all options described.
Press
twice on the remote control to display the General Settings screen.
From the Interactive Program Guide and Quick Settings, press once.
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How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000, Continued
General Settings Preferences
Preference Description
AC Outlet Multi-feature AC power outlet for your TV:
• Always On - Must power-on your EXPLORER 2000 and
your TV separately
• On with Settop - TVpowers-on when you power-on your
EXPLORER 2000
• Always Off - AC outlet is not active
All Timers Displays a list of all timers you have set.
Audio Determines the constant sound level (does not apply if you have
Level set your remote control to control the volume through the
EXPLORER 2000)
Blocked Blocks a channel from viewing. T o unblock the channel, disable your
Channels blocking PIN (see below), or turn off Parental Control. You can also
display a list of blocked channels
Blocking Defines a four-digit Personal Identification Number, which you
PIN can then enable and disable. The PIN allows you to block or
unblock a channel.
• Disable - To unblock all blocked channels
• Enable - To block channels
Note: You can temporarily unlock blocked channels from within
the Quick Settings Screen.
Bypass Bypasses the cable signal (see How to Use the Bypass Option
in this guide)
Clock Switches the front panel display between the time-of-day and the
Options current channel number
Favorite Displays a list of your favorite channels
Channels
Output Selects the channel your cable company uses to send you cable
Channel television - either channel 3 or 4
Power-on Selects the channel that the TV displays when you first power-on
Setup your EXPLORER 2000
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How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000, Continued
Preferences Description
PPV Lists the pending, past, and pre-purchased Pay-Per-V iew
Purchases programs
Purchase Changes the Personal Identification Number you set up
PIN for purchasing Pay-Per-View programs. First-time users:
your cable company assigns and activates this number
Reminder Timer Sets up to eight timers to remind you to watch a program.
Sleep T imer Sets the number of minutes until the EXPLORER 2000
powers-off
Tape and View Optional feature that sets up dual EXPLORER 2000
operation (see How to Install Tape and View)
Turn-Of f Timer Selects the time of day to power-off the EXPLORER 2000
VCR Timer... Sets up to eight timers to remind you to record an
upcoming program
Note: You must have the VCR Commander to record a
program through the EXPLORER 2000. Otherwise, use
your VCR remote control to set recording times and
record programs
Wake-Up Timer Sets the time of day you would like the EXPLORER 2000
to power-on
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How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000, Continued
Understanding the Icons
Icons in the channel banner and the Interactive Program Guide provide
information about the channel you are watching.
Icon Description
Blocked channel
Unblocked channel
Closed captioned - channel has text subtitles for hearingimpaired viewers. This option applies only to channels that
offer closed captioning.
Second Audio Programming - channel offers alternate
audio (such as Spanish) with the TV picture. This option
applies only to channels that offer SAP. Note: If you have
SAP enabled, and you experience no sound on some
channels, disable SAP. SAP is only available on channels
that offer it.
Channel transmits stereo sound. This option applies only to
channels that offer stereo sound.
Channel is included in your list of favorite channels
Purchased Pay-Per-View program
VCR timer is set on this channel
Reminder timer is set on this channel
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How to Use Your EXPLORER 2000, Continued
Understanding Ratings for Television Programs
The table below describes the rating categories and codes that are associated
with television programs in the United States.
Icon Description
Y Program is appropriate for children of all ages, and
specifically designed for children ages 2 through 6 years.
Y7 Program is appropriate for children age 7 years and older.
This rating may also include the code FV, indicating the
program contains mild fantasy violence or comedy violence.
G Program is appropriate for viewers of all ages.
PG Parental guidance suggested. The program contains material
that parents may find unsuitable for young children.
Additional codes that may be included with the rating are:
• V - some violence
• S - some sexual situations
14 Parents strongly cautioned. The program contains material
that parents may find unsuitable for children under 14 years.
Additional codes that may be included with the rating are:
•V - intense violence
• S - intense sexual situations
• L - strong indecent language
• D - suggestive dialog
MA Mature audience. The program is designed for an adult
audience. The program contains material that parents may
find unsuitable for children under 17 years. Additional codes
that may be included with the rating are:
• V - graphic violence
• S - explicit sexual situations
• L - crude or indecent language
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Optional Features
Introduction
Your cable company may offer additional features such as those defined on
the following pages. Inquire with your cable company about available options.
Listening to Music
You can listen to music through your EXPLORER 2000 unit. The music is
transmitted via digital signal with quality comparable to that of a CD (compact
disc).
1. Do you know the channel you want to listen to?
• If yes, use the remote control keypad to select the channel.
• If no, press
2. Press
3. Press
to tune to the highlighted music channel.
to display the Interactive Program Guide.
to highlight the desired Digital Music channel.
Using VCR Commander™
The VCR Commander module is a separate option that enables the
EXPLORER 2000 to program your VCR for recording TV programs.
Without the VCR Commander module, you must manually program your
VCR to record.
The VCR Commander package includes a separate user’s guide that contains
connection and operation procedures. Refer to this guide for more
information.
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Optional Features, Continued
How to Install the Bypass Module
The EXPLORER 2000 provides a bypass feature that allows you to view an
analog channel while recording a digital (or analog) channel on your VCR.
1. Bend the metal tab to the
Bypass connection toward you,
then pull the tab off to prevent it
from falling into the EXPLORER
CABLE
OUT
2000.
2. Hold the Bypass module
with the connector
labels facing right
side up and
toward you.
Insert the
multi-cable
connector
on the
Bypass
FROM
VCR
MODEL E2051-X01
TO
TV
Bypass Module
(Outside View)
CABLE
INPUT
module into
the Bypass connection on the EXPLORER 2000.
CABLE IN
BYPASS
1
2
3
Bypass Module
(Inside View)
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CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
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3. Insert the Cable In connector on the Bypass module into the Cable In
connection on the EXPLORER 2000 unit. The multi-cable connector folds
into the inside of the Bypass module.
4. Align the mounting tabs on
the Bypass module with
the screw holes on the
EXPLORER 2000 back
VCR
OUT TO
TV
IN TO
VCR
TV
OUT TO
TV
5
Cable Input
From Wall
panel, then finger tighten the
screws (supplied with the
Bypass module) to hold the
module in place against the
back panel.
5. Connect your TV and VCR
CABLE
OUT
TO
TV
FROM
VCR
MODEL E2051-X01
CABLE IN
CABLE
4
BYPASS
INPUT
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
to the Bypass module as
shown.
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Optional Features, Continued
How to Use Bypass
When you use Bypass, the regular cable signal goes to your television, and
you can watch any regular cable channel. At the same time, the
EXPLORER 2000 sends digital cable signals to your VCR for digital channel
recording. When you disable the Bypass feature, both your VCR and TV
receive the cable signals.
1. Press
on the remote control to activate Bypass. The bypass
LED on the EXPLORER 2000 illuminates. Your VCR can now record the
channel to which the EXPLORER 2000 is tuned.
2. Press
on the remote control to de-activate Bypass, then tune your
TV to the VCR output channel (usually channel 3 or 4) in order to watch the
same channel to which the EXPLORER 2000 is tuned.
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Optional Features, Continued
How to Install Tape and View
The Tape and View feature allows you to use two EXPLORER 2000 Digital
Home Communications Terminals, connected by an Ethernet cable, to watch
one digital cable program while recording another . You use your remote
control to control the primary (V iew) EXPLORER 2000. To enable this
feature, contact your cable company.
USB
ETHERNET
Ethernet
Cable
USB
ETHERNET
Output
ELECTRQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
AC-3
OUT
R
OUT OUT
OUTDATA
AUDIO
L
S-VIDEO VIDEO
CABLE IN
CABLE
OUT
BYPASS
Cable Input
Splitter
AVIS:
RISQUE DE CHOC
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CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
Cable
Jack
A/B
Switch
AB
A
CABLE A CABLE BTV
B
Back of VCR
OUT TO TVIN FROM ANT.
Back of TV
Cable Input
CABLE/
ELECTRQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
AC-3
OUT
R
OUT OUT
OUTDATA
AUDIO
L
S-VIDEO VIDEO
CABLE IN
CABLE
OUT
BYPASS
AVIS:
RISQUE DE CHOC
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
Output
ANTENNA
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How to Connect
To Connect the EXPLORER® 2000
The following illustration shows the connections on the EXPLORER 2000
back panel.
WARNING:
T o prevent electric shock, match wide blade of power plug to wide slot, and fully insert.
Caution:
Before you power on the EXPLORER 2000, install the AC power plug into the
EXPLORER 2000 unit first, then plug it into an electrical outlet.
Be sure the cable connection to your television and EXPLORER 2000 are
“finger tight” only. Never use a wrench to tighten these connections.
CABLE IN
BYPASS
9
10
ETHERNET
1
AUDIO
CABLE
OUT
OUT OUT
6
L
R
8
7
4
S-VIDEO VIDEO
OUTDATA
5
AC-3
OUT
USB
2
3
11
12
AVIS:
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CAUTION
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Ethernet Port
1
USB Port
2
AC-3 Out
3
Data Port
4
S-V ideo Output
5
6
V ideo Output
Stereo Audio Output
7
Cable Output (to 75 Ω TV Input)
8
Cable Input
9
Bypass Option (Module not shown)
10
AC Power Input (Connect to 120 V AC outlet)
11
12
AC Switched Outlet (Power cord from TV)
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How to Connect, Continued
To Connect a Non-Cable Ready TV
Jumper Cable
1
2
3
4
5
T6460
1
VHF Matching Transformer
2
TV Set VHF Antenna Terminals
3
TV Set UHF Antenna Terminals (not used)
4
Rear of Non-Cable Ready TV
5
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How to Connect, Continued
Back Panel Connections
The following table describes the back panel connections and functions.
Item Description
Ethernet Port To connect two EXPLORER 2000 units together for use
with the Tape ‘N View
View™ for more information
USB (Universal To connect external equipment
Serial Bus) Port
Data Port To connect the VCR Commander
See the VCR Commander™ User’s Guide for more information
S-Video To connect a camcorder, a VCR with S-Video, or a TV
Output with S-V ideo. You use this connection, also connect the
L/R audio output on the EXPLORER 2000 to the same
connections on your TV, VCR, or stereo
Video Output To connect the video channel to a TV or VCR. You use
this connection, also connect the L/R audio output on the
EXPLORER 2000 to the same connections on your TV,
VCR, or stereo
Stereo Audio To connect left and right audio channels to a stereo receiver
Output or a TV with stereo sound. Required connections if you
connect the video output (see the previous item) to your
TV, VCR, or stereo receiver
Cable Output To connect the cable to a TV or a VCR
Cable Input To connect the cable signal from the cable company to
the EXPLORER 2000
RF Bypass To bypass the EXPLORER 2000 and watch regular
Option cable TV
AC Power To connect the EXPLORER 2000 power cord to an
Input electrical outlet
AC Switched To connect power to another device, typically your TV
Outlet
™
feature. See Installing Tape ‘N
™
module or similar equipment.
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How to Connect, Continued
To Connect to a TV and VCR
STEREO
TV
VCR
STEREO
AC-3
OUT
ETHERNET
USB
S-VIDEO VIDEO
OUT OUT
OUTDAT A
AUDIO
CABLE
L
R
To VCR
Cable Input
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CABLE IN
OUT
BYPASS
AVIS:
RISQUE DE CHOC
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
Back of VCRBack of TV
T6426
CABLE/
ANTENNA
OUT TO TVIN FROM ANT.
To TV
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How to Connect, Continued
To Connect to a Stereo TV and Non-Stereo VCR
STEREO
TV
VCR
STEREO
Cable Input
AUDIO
AUDIO
CABLE
OUT
L
L
VIDEO
S-VIDEO VIDEO
OUT OUT
OUT OUT
OUTDATA
R
R
ETHERNET
AC-3
OUT
USB
CABLE IN
BYPASS
ELECTRQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS:
RISQUE DE CHOC
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
Input Audio
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Back of TV
RIGHT
INOUT
AUDIO
INOUT
LEFT
Input Video
ANTENNA
VIDEO
INOUT
CABLE/
To VCR
Back of VCR
OUT TO TVIN FROM ANT.
To TV
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How to Connect, Continued
To Connect to a Stereo TV, Stereo VCR, and Stereo Receiver
STEREO
TV
VCR
Receiver
Back of
Stereo
Receiver/
Amplifier
RIGHT
AUDIO
LEFT
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STEREO
STEREO
ETHERNET
INOUT
INOUT
AC-3
OUT
USB
Back of TV
RIGHT
OUT
IN
INOUT
LEFT
or
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
L
VIDEO
S-VIDEO VIDEO
R
R
OUT OUT
OUT OUT
OUTDATA
CABLE/
ANTENNA
VIDEO
INOUT
Audio
To TV or Stereo
CABLE
OUT
Cable Input
AUDIO 1
INOUT
Video
To TV
CABLE IN
VIDEO 1
BYPASS
INOUT
To TV
AVIS:
ELECTRQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
RISQUE DE CHOC
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
Back of
VCR
OUT TO TVIN FROM ANT.
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How to Connect, Continued
To Connect to a Stereo TV, Non-Stereo VCR, and Stereo Receiver
STEREO
TV
VCR
Receiver
Back of
Stereo
ETHERNET
STEREO
STEREO
Audio
USB
Input
AC-3
OUT
Receiver/
Amplifier Back of TV
RIGHT
INOUT
AUDIO
INOUT
LEFT
T6429
CABLE/
ANTENNA
VIDEO
S-VIDEO VIDEO
OUT OUT
OUT OUT
OUTDATA
AUDIO
AUDIO
L
L
R
R
To VCR
To TV
CABLE
OUT
Cable Input
CABLE IN
BYPASS
Back of VCR
OUT TO TVIN FROM ANT.
ELECTRQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS:
RISQUE DE CHOC
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
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How to Connect, Continued
To Connect to an AC-3 Decoder
Should you have a Dolby® AC-3 Decoder , connect as follows:
AUDIO
CABLE
OUT
OUT OUT
L
R
T6461
ETHERNET
VIDEO 3
PLAY IN
(COAXIAL)
S-VIDEO VIDEO
OUTDATA
AC-3
OUT
USB
CABLE IN
BYPASS
ELECTRQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS:
RISQUE DE CHOC
RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
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Problems?
Problem?
Problem What To Do
No picture • Plug your television and EXPLORER 2000 into an electrical outlet.
• Make sure all cables are properly connected.
• Make sure the TV power is on.
• If your setup includes a VCR and/or stereo, make sure you have
properly connected them to the EXPLORER 2000.
• Make sure your TV is tuned to the proper output channel (3 or 4).
• Make sure the Bypass is disabled. See How to Bypass for more
information.
No sound • Properly plug your television and EXPLORER 2000 into an
electrical outlet.
• Make sure all cables are properly connected.
• Make sure the TV power is on.
• If your setup includes a VCR and/or stereo, make sure you have
properly connected them to the EXPLORER 2000.
• Make sure your TV is tuned to the proper output channel (3 or 4).
• Make sure the volume is turned up.
• Make sure the Bypass is disabled. See How to Bypass for more
information.
Distorted
picture
No color • Make sure the current TV program is broadcast in color.
Remote
control
does not
work
EXPLORER
2000 does
not work
• Make sure all cables are properly connected.
• Adjust the TV to channel 3 or 4.
• Adjust the TV color controls.
• Make sure the remote control batteries are good.
• Point the remote control directly toward the EXPLORER 2000
when changing channels.
• Make sure you properly programmed the remote control. See
Appendix A for more information.
• Make sure the unit is properly plugged into an electrical outlet.
• Make sure all cables are properly connected.
• If the electrical outlet is controlled by a wall switch, make sure
the switch is in the ON position.
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Problems?, Continued
How to Replace the Remote Control Batteries
Your remote control requires two AA alkaline batteries.
1. Press forward then lift up on the lever on the back cover of the remote
control. The battery cover releases, and you can pull the cover up to
remove it.
T6434
2. Remove and safely dispose of the old batteries.
Caution:
Make sure you correctly align the positive (+) and negative (-) terminals on the
batteries to the corresponding terminals in the remote control.
T6435
3. Insert and firmly seat two new AA batteries (alkaline required) into the
battery compartment.
4. Slide the front of the battery cover back onto the remote control and snap
the back of the cover into place.
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Appendix A
How to Program the Remote Control
Introduction
The Model 8650-ER1 remote control for the EXPLORER® 2000 Digital
Home Communications Terminal is a universal remote control. You can
program it to operate your TV and your VCR using the following procedures.
How to Program for TV Operation
Make sure your TV is powered-on before you program the remote control.
1. Locate the TV setup code in the tables on the pages that follow. If your
TV is not listed, see Searching the Code Library.
2. Point the remote control away from the EXPLORER 2000, the TV,
and the VCR.
3. On your remote control, press and hold
time, until the LED on the remote blinks twice.
4. Using the remote control keypad, enter your TV’s 3-digit setup code. The
LED on the remote control should blink twice. If not, try another setup
code, if available.
5. Confirm by pointing the remote control toward the TV and test the Power,
Volume, and Mute functions.
Note: If you programmed the remote control to adjust the volume on your
settop box rather than the volume on the TV, test only the Power function. If
these functions do not operate from the remote control, enter the next TV
setup code in the list by repeating this procedure from step 1.
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How to Program the Remote Control, Continued
To Program for VCR Operation
You can program the EXPLORER 2000 remote control to play video tapes. If
you want the EXPLORER 2000 to manage the recording of events with your
VCR, you must use the VCR Commander™ module. Without this module, you
must manually program your VCR to record. See the VCR Commander
User’s Guide for more information or ask your cable company.
Make sure your VCR is powered-on before you program the remote control.
1. Locate the VCR setup code in the tables on the pages that follow. If your
VCR is not listed, see Searching the Code Library.
2. Point the remote control away from the EXPLORER 2000, the TV,
and the VCR.
™
3. On your remote control, press and hold
and at the same time
until the LED on the remote blinks twice.
4. Using the remote control keypad, enter your VCR’s 3-digit setup code.
The LED on the remote control should blink twice. If not try another setup
code, if available.
5. Confirm by pointing the remote control toward the VCR and test the
Power, Play, and Stop functions. If these functions do not operate from
the remote control, enter the next VCR setup code in the list by repeating
this procedure from step 1.
Note: The slide switch must be in the VCR mode to test the remote control’s
VCR functions.
Note: The slide switch on the remote control must be in the VOD position in
order for the Record and Stop features of the VCR Commander to work
with the remote control.
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How to Program the Remote Control, Continued
TV Setup Codes
TV Brand Code
Admiral 107
Adventura 0 60
Aiko 106
Akai 044
Alaron 193
Ambassador 191
Anam 1 9 4
AOC 033, 044, 199
Audiovox 194
Baysonic 19 4
Bell & Howell 030, 168
Bradford 1 94
Brocksonic 250, 477
Candle 044, 060, 070
Carnivale 0 44
Carver 06 8
Celebrity 01 4
Cineral 106, 465
Citizen 044, 060, 070,
074, 106
Concerto 070
Contec 194, 199
Craig 19 4
Crosley 06 8
Crown 19 4
Curtis Mathes 030, 180, 044,
061, 065, 068,
070, 074, 107,
159, 168, 465
CXC 19 4
Daewoo 106, 465
Denon 159
TV Brand Code
Dumont 031
Electroband 01 4
Emerson 168, 191, 192,
193, 194, 250,
296, 477
Envision 0 44
Fisher 16 8
Fujitsu 1 93
Funai 185, 193, 194
Futuretech 194
GE 035, 061, 065,
149, 192, 296,
465, 107
Gibralter 031, 044
GoldStar 044, 070, 192
Gradiente 067, 070
Grunpy 193, 194
Hallmark 19 2
Harley 19 3
Davidson
Harvard 19 4
Hitachi 070, 159
Infinity 0 68
Inteq 031
Janeil 0 60
JBL 0 6 8
JCB 0 1 4
JVC 06 7
KEC 194
Kenwood 0 44
Kloss 0 60
KTV 044, 194
TV Brand Code
LG 070
Luxman 070
Logik 0 30
LXI 061, 068, 168,
170, 192
Magnavox 044, 068, 193
Majestic 03 0
Marantz 044, 068
Matsushita 26 4
Megatron 159, 192
MEI 199
Memorex 030, 070, 164,
168, 192, 264
MGA 044, 164, 192
Midland 031, 053, 061,
065, 149
Minutz 0 35
Mitsubishi 033, 107, 164,
192
Motorola 069, 107
MT C 044, 070, 074
Multitech 194
NAD 170, 180, 192
NEC 044, 070
Nikk o 044, 106, 192
NTC 106
Onwa 1 94
Optimus 168, 180, 264
Optonica 107, 179
Orion 250, 193, 477
Panasonic 065, 264
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How to Program the Remote Control, Continued
TV Brand Code
Penney 035, 044, 061,
065, 074, 149,
170, 192, 070
Philco 044, 068, 159
477
Philips 0 68
Pilot 044
Pioneer 1 80
Portland 10 6
Prism 0 65
Proscan 061
Proton 192
Pulsar 03 1
Quasar 065, 179, 264
Radio Shack 044, 061, 070,
168, 179, 192,
194
RCA 061, 104, 149
065, 107
Realistic 044, 070, 168,
179, 192, 194
Runco 031, 044
Sampo 0 44
Samsung 044, 070, 074,
192
Sansei 4 65
Sansui 4 7 7
Sanyo 16 8
Scotch 19 2
Scott 192, 193, 194,
250
Sears 061, 068, 070,
168, 170, 185,
192, 193
TV Brand Code
Semivox 194
Semp 170
Sharp 107, 179
Signature 0 30
Sony 01 4
Soundesign 192, 193, 194
Squareview 1 8 5
SSS 1 9 4
Starlite 19 4
Supre-Macy 06 0
Supreme 01 4
Sylvania 044, 068
Symphonic 1 85
Tandy 107
Technics 065, 264
Technol Ace 1 93
Techwood 065, 070
Teknika 030, 068, 070,
074, 106, 164,
193, 194
Telefunken 0 70
TM K 070, 191, 192
Toshiba 074, 168, 170
Vector
Research 04 4
Victor 06 7
Vidikron 06 8
Vidtech 1 92
Viking 0 6 0
Wards 030, 035, 044,
068, 070, 179,
192, 193
TV Brand Code
Yamaha 033, 044
Zenith 030, 031
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How to Program the Remote Control, Continued
VCR Setup Codes
VCR Brand Code VCR Brand Code VCR Brand Code
Admiral 06 2
Adventura 01 4
Aiko 292
Aiwa 014, 051
Akai 055, 075, 120
American High 0 49
Asha 2 54
Audiovox 0 51
Beaumark 25 4
Bell & Howell 1 18
Broksonic 016, 135, 198,
225
Calix 05 1
Canon 0 49
Carver 09 5
CCE 086, 292
Cineral 2 92
Citizen 051, 292
Colt 086
Craig 051, 061, 086,
254
Curtis Mathes 049, 055, 074,
176
Cybernex 2 54
Daewoo 059, 292
Denon 056
Dynatech 01 4
Electrohome 0 51
Electrophonic 0 51
Emerex 0 4 6
Emerson 014, 016, 051,
057, 075, 135,
198, 222, 225,
226, 292,
Fisher 061, 068, 118
Fuji 047, 049
Funai 0 14
Garrard 0 14
GE 049, 062, 074,
254
GoldStar 051, 052
Gradiente 0 14
Harley
Davidson 0 14
Harman/
Kardon 0 52
Harwood 08 6
Headquarter 06 0
HI-Q 061
Hitachi 014, 055, 056,
119
Jensen 05 5
JVC 055, 081
KEC 051, 292
Kenwood 052, 055, 081
KLH 086
Kodak 049, 051
Lloyd’s 014, 222
Logik 0 86
LXI 051
Magnasonic 29 2
Magnavox 049, 053, 095,
163
Magnin 25 4
Marantz 049, 095
Marta 0 51
Matsushita 049, 176
MEI 049
Memorex 014, 049, 051,
053, 060, 061,
062, 118, 176,
254
MGA 057, 075, 254
MGN
Technology 25 4
Minolta 056, 119
Mitsubishi 057, 062, 075,
081
Motorola 049, 062
MT C 014, 254
Multitech 014, 086
NEC 052, 055, 081,
118
Nikko 051
Noblex 25 4
Olympus 049
Optimus 051, 062, 118,
176
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How to Program the Remote Control, Continued
VCR Brand Code VCR Brand Code
Orion 016, 198
Panasonic 049, 176
Penney 049, 051, 052,
056, 068, 254
Pentax 056, 119
Philco 049
Philips 049, 095
Pilot 051
Pioneer 0 81
Profitronic 25 4
Proscan 074
Protec 086
Pulsar 05 3
Quarter 06 0
Quartz 06 0
Quasar 049, 176
Radio Shack 014, 051
Radix 0 5 1
Randex 05 1
RCA 049, 056, 062,
074, 119, 120,
254
Realistic 014, 049, 051,
060, 061, 062,
118
Runco 05 3
Samsung 059, 254
Sanky 053, 062
Sansui 014, 055, 081
Sanyo 060, 061, 118,
254
Scott 057, 059, 135,
198, 225, 226
Sears 014, 049, 051,
056, 060, 061,
068, 118, 119
Semp 05 9
Sharp 0 62
Shintom 086
Shogun 2 5 4
Singer 08 6
Sony 014, 046, 048,
049
STS 0 5 6
Sylvania 014, 049, 057,
095
Symphonic 01 4
Tatung 055
Teac 014, 055
Technics 049, 176
Teknika 014, 049, 051
Thomas 014
TM K 222, 254
Toshiba 057, 059, 226
Totevison 051, 254
Unitech 254
Vector 059
Vector
Research 0 52
VCR Brand Code
Video Concepts 059, 075
Videosonic 2 54
Wards 014, 049, 056,
061, 062, 074,
086, 095, 226,
254
White
Westinghouse 2 92
XR-1000 014, 049, 086
Yamaha 0 52
Zenith 014, 047, 053
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How to Program the Remote Control, Continued
To Search the Code Library
If none of the listed TV or VCR codes work, you can enter a code that
searches the library of codes. The remote control automatically selects the
proper code for your TV or VCR. Make sure your TV or VCR is poweredon before you program the remote control.
1. Point the remote control away from your TV or VCR depending on which
one you are programming.
2. Do one of the following:
• To search for TV codes, press and hold and at the same
time until the LED on the remote control blinks twice,
or,
• To search for VCR codes, press and hold
and at the same
time until the LED on the remote control blinks twice.
Note: The LED on the remote control also blinks twice when it reaches
the end of its search library.
3. Using the remote control keypad enter 991. The LED on the remote
blinks twice.
4. Point the remote control toward your TV or VCR, and press
or
depending on which one you are programming.
• If the TV or VCR turns off, go to step 6.
or,
• If the TV or VCR remains on, repeat step 4.
5. Press
to confirm a valid code. The remote control LED blinks twice.
6. Point the remote toward the device you programmed and power-on and
off to confirm operation.
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How to Program the Remote Control, Continued
To Identify Programmed Codes
If you need to know what code you programmed your TV or VCR, the
remote control indicates each number in the code based on the number of
LED blinks.
1. Point the remote control away from the EXPLORER 2000, the TV,
and the VCR.
2. Do one of the following:
• To identify the TV code, press and hold and at the same
time until the LED on the remote control blinks twice
or,
• To identify the VCR code, press and hold
and at the same
time until the LED on the remote control blinks twice.
3. Using the remote control keypad enter 990. The LED on the remote
blinks twice.
4. Press 1 on the keypad, then count the LED blinks. The number of blinks
indicates the first number in the code. For example, 4 blinks indicates the
first number in the code is 4.
5. Press 2 on the keypad, then count the LED blinks. The number of blinks
indicates the second number in the code.
6. Press 3 on the keypad, then count the LED blinks. The number of blinks
indicates the third number in the code.
7. Write down the code for future reference.
TV Code: VCR Code:
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How to Program the Remote Control, Continued
To Program for Volume Control
You can program the remote control to control the volume and mute functions
through the EXPLORER 2000, or through your TV.
1. Point the remote control away from the EXPLORER 2000, the TV,
and the VCR.
2. Press and hold and at the same time until the LED on the
remote control blinks twice.
3. Using the remote control keypad enter 993. The LED on the remote
blinks twice.
4. Press
volume. The LED on the remote control blinks twice to confirm a valid
selection.
5. Point the remote toward the device on which you chose to control the
volume, and adjust the volume to confirm operation.
or , depending on which device you want to control the
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Notices
Trademarks
Scientific-Atlanta, Scientific-Atlanta ARCs Logo, and EXPLORER are registered
trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. VCR Commander, and Tape ‘N View are
trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.
Other trademarks listed herein are the property of their respective owners.
Disclaimer
Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions that may
appear in this guide. Scientific-Atlanta reserves the right to change this guide at any
time without notice.
Documentation copyright notice
© 1998 Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. All rights reserved.
Information in this document is subject to change without notice. No part of this
document may be reproduced in any form without the express written permission of
Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.
Printed in the United States of America.
Software use notice
This software described in this document is copyright Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. and is
furnished to you under a license agreement or nondisclosure agreement, and may
only be used or copied in accordance with the terms of your agreement.
Firmware use notice
This equipment contains firmware that is copyright Scientific-Atlanta, Inc., and may
be used only in the equipment on which it is provided. Any reproduction or distribution of this firmware, or any portion of it, is prohibited without the express written
consent of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.
Licensing
StarSight Licensed: The manufacture and sale of EPG features of this product was
licensed from StarSight Telecast, Inc., which license includes rights under one or more
of U.S. Patent Nos.: 4,706,121; 4,977,455; 5,151,789; 5,353,121; 5,479,268; 5,532,754;
5,550576. USE RIGHTS RESER VED.
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Regulatory Notices
United States FCC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the applicable limits of Part 15 of
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a 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 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:
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected
• Consult your cable company or an experienced radio/television technician for help
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Scientific-Atlanta could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC 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.
EXPLORER® 2000 Digital Home Communications T erminal models:
· Model
· Model
Manufactured by:
Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.; 4261 Communications Drive; Atlanta, Georgia 30093-2860; USA
T elephone within US: 1-800-722-2009 (toll-free)
T elephone outside US: +1-770-903-5400 (direct)
Canada EMI Regulation
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel
brouilleur du Canada.
United States: 4261 Communications Drive, P.O. Box 6850, Norcross, GA 30091-6850;
Tel: 770-903-5000; TWX: 810-799-4912; Telex: 0542898
Europe: Home Park Estate, Kings Langley, Herts WD4 8LZ, England; Tel: +44-1-923-266133;
Fax: +44-1-923-269018
Asia-Pacific: Scientific-Atlanta (HK), Ltd., Suite 56-57, 5/F New Henry House, 10 Ice House Street,
Central, Hong Kong; Tel: 852-2522-5059; Fax: 852-2522-5624
© 1998 Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in USA
Part Number 565069 Rev B August 1998
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