Scientific Atlanta 4240HDC, 4250HDC User Manual

Explorer® Digital Set-Top

User’s Guide

Models 4240HDCTM and 4250HDCTM

with Multi-Stream CableCARD

Interface

POWER

VOL

SELECT

VOL

GUIDE

INFO

EXIT

EXPLORER 4250HDC

SETTINGS

Notice to Installers

The servicing instructions in this notice are for use by qualiÞ ed service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualiÞ ed to do so.

Note to System Installer

For this apparatus, the coaxial cable shield/screen shall be grounded as close as practical to the point of entry of the cable into the building.For products sold in the US and Canada, this reminder is provided to call the system installer's attention to Article 820-93 and Article 820-100 of the NEC (or Canadian Electrical Code Part 1), which provides guidelines for proper grounding of the coaxial cable shield.

This symbol is intended to alert you that uninsulated voltage within this product may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product.

Ce symbole a pour but d’alerter toute personne qu’un contact avec une pièce interne de ce produit, sous tension et non isolée, pourrait être suffisant pour provoquer un choc électrique. Il est donc dangereux d’être en contact avec toute pièce interne de ce produit.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This symbol is intended to alert you of the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying this product.

Ce symbole a pour but de vous avertir qu’une documentation importante sur le fonctionnement et l’entretien accompagne ce produit.

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U.S. Patents

A patent notice is afÞ xed to this product. In addition, the product may also be covered by one or more of the following patents:

4,498,169, 4,692,919, 4,748,667; 4,829,569; 4,866,770; 4,885,775; 4,888,799; 4,890,319; 4,922,456; 4,922,532; 4,924,498; 4,965,534; 4,991,011; 5,003,384; 5,012,510; 5,029,207; 5,045,816; 5,053,883; 5,054,071; 5,058,160; 5,142,575; 5,142,690; 5,146,526; 5,155,590; 5,214,390; 5,225,902; 5,225,925; 5,235,619; 5,237,610; 5,239,540; 5,241,610; 5,247,364; 5,255,086; 5,257,403; 5,267,071; 5,270,809; 5,271,041; 5,272,752; 5,282,028; 5,285,497; 5,287,351; 5,301,028; 5,309,514; 5,317,391; 5,319,709; 5,341,425; 5,347,388; 5,347,389; 5,357,276; 5,359,601; 5,361,156; 5,367,571; 5,379,141; 5,379,145; 5,381,481; 5,390,337; 5,400,401; 5,406,558; 5,418,782; 5,420,866; 5,420,923; 5,425,101; 5,428,404; 5,430,568; 5,434,610; 5,436,749; 5,438,370; 5,440,632; 5,442,472; 5,455,570; 5,457,701; 5,471,492; 5,477,199; 5,477,262; 5,477,282 5,477,370; 5,481,389; 5,481,542; 5,485,221; 5,493,339; 5,497,187; 5,500,758; 5,502,499; 5,506,904; 5,519,780; 5,539,822; 5,550,825; 5,579,055; 5,579,057; 5,583,562; 5,592,551; 5,596,606; 5,600,378; 5,602,933; 5,640,388; 5,657,414; 5,675,575; 5,684,876; 5,715,515; 5,724,525; 5,734,822; 5,740,300; 5,742,677; 5,754,940; 5,757,416; 5,771,064; 5,774,859; 5,825,829; 5,826,167; 5,850,305; 5,854,703; 5,870,474; 5,892,607; 5,920,626; 5,923,755; 5,930,024; 5,930,515; 5,937,067; 5,963,352; 5,966,163; 5,982,424; 5,991,139; 5,999,207; 6,005,631; 6,005,938; 6,016,163; 6,028,941; 6,029,046; 6,052,384; 6,055,244; 6,072,532; 6,105,134; 6,148,039; 6,157,719; 6,188,729; 6,195,389; 6,212,278; 6,215,530; 6,219,358; 6,240,103; 6,243,145; 6,246,767; 6,252,964; 6,272,226; 6,292,081; 6,292,568; 6,320,131; 6,374,275; 6,405,239; 6,411,602; 6,417,949; 6,424,714; 6,424,717; 6,433,906; 6,438,139; 6,463,586; 6,467,091; 6,476,878; 6,493,876; 6,510,519; 6,516,002; 6,516,412; 6,526,508; 6,538,595; 6,546,013; 6,560,340; 6,567,118; 6,570,888; 6,622,308; 6,629,227; 6,664,984; 6,667,994; 6,671,879; 6,674,967; 6,678,891; 6,714,598; 6,721,352; 6,721,956; 6,725,459; 6,738,982; 6,744,892; 6,744,967; 6,751,271; 6,760,918; 6,795,972; 6,802,077; 6,804,708; 6,811,447; 6,817,028; 6,822,972; 6,823,385; 6,832,386; 6,845,106; 6,868,473; 6,874,075; 6,889,191; 6,909,471; 6,917,622; 6,917,628; 6,922,412; 6,927,806; 6,928,656; 6,931,058; 6,937,729; 6,969,279; 6,971,008; 6,971,121; 6,978,310; 6,986,156; 6,988,900; 6,996,838; 7,010,801; 7,053,960; 7,065,213; 7,069,578; 7,069572; D348065; D354959; D359737; D363932; D390217; D434753; D507240; D507535; D513407; D516518; RE36368; RE36988

20070417 Patents

Contents

Important Safety Instructions ................................................................................iv

Welcome ............................................................................................................... 1

Safety First ........................................................................................................... 1

For More Information ............................................................................................ 1

Identify Your 4240HDC or 4250HDC .................................................................... 1

What’s in the Carton? ........................................................................................... 2

Additional Equipment You Might Need ................................................................. 2

What’s on the Front Panel? .................................................................................. 3

What’s on the Back Panel? .................................................................................. 4

Connecting the Set-top ......................................................................................... 5

Connections for an HDTV and VCR ..................................................................... 6

Connections for a Standard-DeÞ nition TV and VCR ............................................ 7

View Television Programming .............................................................................. 8

Performance Tips ................................................................................................. 9

Frequently Asked Questions............................................................................... 10

Picture Formats ...................................................................................................11

Connecting to an HDTV with an HDMI Connector ............................................. 12

Connecting to an HDTV with a DVI Connector................................................... 13

Connecting to an HDTV with Component Input (PrPbY) .................................... 14

Connecting to a Home Theater System with Component Input (PrPbY) ............ 15

Connecting to a Stereo VCR and HDTV (optional) ............................................ 16

Connecting to an HDTV with a 1394 Connector................................................. 17

Connecting the Set-top in HD Mode to an SDTV with

Component Input (PrPbY) .................................................................................. 17

Index ................................................................................................................... 18

Compliance Information........................................................................Back Cover

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read These Instructions

Keep These Instructions

Heed All Warnings

Follow All Instructions

Power Source Warning

A label on this product indicates the correct power source for this product. Operate this product only from an electrical outlet with the voltage and frequency indicated on the product label. If you are uncertain of the type of power supply to your home or business, consult your service provider or your local power company.

Ground the Product

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and Þ re hazard! 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 groundingtype plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not Þ t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

• Location of the antenna-discharge unit

• Connection to grounding electrodes

• Requirements for the grounding electrodes (see the following antenna grounding diagram as recommended by NEC ANSI/NFPA 70)

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and Þ re hazard! Do not locate an outside antenna system in the vicinity of overhead power lines or power circuits. Touching power lines or circuits might be fatal.

Protect the Product from Lightning

For added protection, unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. In addition to disconnecting the AC power from the wall outlet, disconnect the signal inputs.

If this product connects to coaxial cable wiring, be sure the cable system is grounded (earthed). Grounding provides some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Outdoor Grounding System

If this product connects to an outdoor antenna or cable system, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded (earthed). This provides some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.

Article 810 of the National Electric Code (NEC) ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1990, provides the following information:

• Grounding of the mast and supporting structure

• Grounding the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit

• Size of the grounding conductors

Verify the Power Source from the On/Off Power Light

When the on/off power light is not illuminated, the apparatus may still be connected to the power source. The light goes out when the apparatus is turned off, regardless of whether it is still plugged into an AC power source.

Eliminate AC Mains Overloads

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and Þ re hazard! Do not overload AC mains, outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles. For products that require battery power or other power sources to operate them, refer to the operating instructions for those products.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, continued

Prevent Power Cord Damage

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where the cord exits from the apparatus.

Provide Ventilation and Select a Location

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

• Do not place this apparatus on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface.

• Do not place this apparatus on an unstable surface.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliÞ ers) that produce heat.

• Do not install this apparatus in an enclosure, such as a bookcase or rack, unless the installation provides proper ventilation.

• Do not place entertainment devices (such as VCRs or DVDs), lamps, books, vases with liquids, or other objects on top of this product.

Protect from Exposure to Moisture and Foreign Objects

Do not use this apparatus near water.

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and Þ re hazard! Do not expose this product to liquids, rain, or moisture.

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and Þ re hazard! Unplug this product before cleaning. Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do not use a magnetic/static cleaning device (dust remover) to clean this product.

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and Þ re hazard! Never push objects through the openings in this product. Foreign objects can cause electrical shorts that can result in electric shock or Þ re.

Accessories Warning

WARNING: Avoid electric shock and Þ re hazard! Only use attachments/accessories speciÞ ed by your service provider or the manufacturer.

Service Warnings

WARNING: Avoid electric shock! Do not open the cover of this product. Opening or removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltages. If you open the cover, your warranty will be void. This product contains no user-serviceable parts. Refer all servicing to qualiÞ ed service personnel.

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as a powersupply 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.

Check Product Safety

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

Protect the Product when Moving It

Always disconnect the power source when moving the apparatus or connecting or disconnecting cables.

WARNING:

Avoid personal injury and damage to this product! Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,

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.

bracket, or table speciÞ ed by the

20070320 Set-Top Cable US & Canada

Welcome

The Explorer® 4240HDCTM and 4250HDCTM Digital Interactive Set-Tops with a Multi-Stream CableCARD services.

Follow the instructions in this guide to install the 4240HDC or 4250HDC, to become familiar with the buttons on the front panel, and to access your cable services. Then, enjoy the features of the 4240HDC or 4250HDC and change the way you watch TV!

(M-CardTM) provide high-deÞ nition (HD) capability and broadband digital video

Safety First

Before using the set-top, read the Important Safety Instructions section of this guide.

For More Information

The consumer support website provides news and information about this product. For more information, please refer to the following Web address:

http://www.scientiÞ catlanta.com/products/consumers/new_cableboxes.htm

Identify Your 4240HDC or 4250HDC

To Þ nd the serial number for your 4240HDC or 4250HDC, look on the back for a label that is similar to the example shown here. The serial number begins with “STB SN“ and is located beneath the bar code.

STB SN: SABNFSRVG

eCM MAC: 001868C16907

STB RF MAC: 001868C16906

Serial Number

If your 4240HDC or 4250HDC requires troubleshooting in the future, your service provider may ask for this serial number.

Use the space provided here to record the serial number:

____________________________________________

T13039

What’s In The Carton?

The set-top carton contains the following items:

SELECT

VOL

POWER

• 4240HDC or 4250HDC Set-top

• Component Video Cables (PrPbY)

EXPLORER 4250HDC

GUIDE

INFO

EXIT

SETTINGS

• Connection Guide

• Power Cord

• Audio Left/Right Cable

Additional Equipment You Might Need

You might need some of the cables and adapters shown below for connecting the set-top to your home entertainment devices. See the connection information beginning on page 12 for more information.

Check with your service provider for information about acquiring cables or adapters, or you can purchase cables or adapters at your local electronics supplier.

Multi-Stream CableCARD (obtain from your service provider)

Composite A/V Cables

HDMI Adapter

S-Video Cable

HDMI-to-HDMI Cable

HDMI-to-DVI Cable

RF Coaxial Cable

RGB Adapter Cable (RCA to RCA)

RGB Adapter Cable (RCA to BNC)

Optical Digital Audio Cable

Coaxial Digital Audio Cable

RGB Adapter

RGB Adapter Cable (RCA to VGA)

IEEE 1394 6-Pin to 4-Pin Cable

IR Extender Cable

What’s on the Front Panel?

EXPLORER 4250HDC

SETTINGS

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POWER

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SELECT

VOL

GUIDE

INFO

EXIT

1 Power Turns the set-top on and off

2 VOL +, VOL - Increases and decreases the volume

3 CH+, CH - Scrolls up and down through the channels

4 Select Provides access to your on-screen selection

5 IR Sensor Receives the infrared signal from the remote control

6 LED Display Displays the selected channel number and time of day. The LED also displays the following:

• Message (

)

• HDTV

• Power (

)

• Output Resolution (1080i, 720p, 480p, or 480i)

• AUTO (Automatically outputs native scan rates that your TV can accept)

7 Guide Accesses on-screen services, such as the on-screen guide, video-on- demand, or pay-per-view

8 Info Displays a description of the selected program. This button is available from the on-screen guide and while viewing a program

9 Exit Exits menus, the on-screen guide, and program information

10 Settings Provides access to the Settings menu

11 Smart Card Slot Reserved for future use

12 USB Port Connects to external equipment, such as a keyboard or mouse (reserved for future use)

Note: This illustration may vary from the actual product.

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