INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO A RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY TO PERSONS
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Important Safety Instructions. Save These Instructions.
WARNING: When using electronic products, basic precautions should always be followed, including:
1. Keep these instructions.
2. Heed all warnings.
3. Follow all instructions.
4. Do not use this apparatus near water.
5. Clean only with dry cloth.
6. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including
ampliers) that produce heat.
8. 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 is provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
FCC Statement
FCC Compliance and Advisory Statement: This hardware device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and 2) this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning ash 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 sufcient
magnitude to constitute a risk 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 product.
undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a commercial installation. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed or 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 this 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 or more of the following measures: 1) reorient or
relocate the receiving antenna; 2) increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver; 3)
connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected;
4) consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Any changes or modications not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment. Where shielded interface cables have been provided with the product or specied additional components or accessories elsewhere dened to be used with the installation of the product,
they must be used in order to ensure compliance with FCC regulations.
9. Power cord must be accessible to allow for the removal of power
from the unit.
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. Unplug the apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for
long periods of time.
12. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
13. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as 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.
14. WARNING: To reduce the risk of re or electric shock do not
place this apparatus in a position where it is exposed to dripping
or splashing liquids, rain, moisture, or excessively high humidity.
Objects containing liquid shall not be placed in proximity to the unit
such that they present a risk of spillage onto the apparatus.
ZeeVee products convert your video and audio source
to a digital cable channel and broadcast it over coax to
all your HDTVs. This guide walks you through basic and
more enhanced setup for ZeeVee’s HDbridge 2500/2600
DIRECTV Series modulators.
If you run into problems during setup, feel free to contact
Technical Support at +1(877) 4-ZEEVEE (1.877.493.3833).
What’s in the Box
Here’s what you can expect to nd when you open the package:
ZeeVee Modulator
AC Power Cord
H25 Audio/Video Cables
x2 with HDb2520-DT and HDb2620-DT
x4 with HDb2540-DT and HDb2640-DT
RF CATV output channels for up to
4 video sources. Output power can
be set between +45 to +25 dBmV
using the Maestro web interface or
the front panel.
Full size DIN connector for A/V input
for conguration and remote
management
H25 A/V Cable
DIN Connector
to ZeeVee
The H25 Cable passes information as follows:
Video: Component
Closed Captioning: Composite
Audio: Analog
H25 A/V cables are included with this product for use
with DIRECTV H25 receivers. Standard Hydra A/V cables
and VGA-DIN cables for use with other video sources can
be purchased separately from your distributor.
Mini-DIN Connector
to DIRECTV
WARNING: +45 dBmV
Do not connect directly to HDTV
Factory default settings allow HDb2500/2600-DT series
modulators to broadcast up to 4HD sources on RF
channels 2, 3, 5, and 6 for reception at connected HDTVs.
We recommend using the most updated version of
rmware. You can nd the latest version on the Support
section of our website.
Beginning setup
1. Apply power.
2. Use the A/V cable to connect the mini-DIN connector
to the A/V Output on your H25 Receiver and the DIN
connector to the AV Input on the HDbridge unit.
Ethernet to network or
directly to computer
Tuning your channel at the HDTV (Auto
Scan)
1. Connect the Coaxial Output of the HDbridge unit to your
RF network. If the RF power for your network is too high,
you will observe video breakup.
2. Specify Cable (not Air or
Antenna) setting in your TV
menu.
3. Enter the RF number to tune
directly to the channel. (Refer
to the Default Channel Lineup
for default information.)
If you cannot tune directly to
the channel at this point, it is
because most TVs will require
you to run a full Auto Scan.
4. Run the Auto Scan through the menu system of your
HDTV to nd the channels.
DEFAULT CHANNEL LINEUP
AC Power
AV InputRF #HDTV
AV Input 1
AV Input 2
AV Input 3
AV Input 4
Channel
22.1
33.1
55.1
66.1
Front Panel Conguration
You can set the RF broadcast channels using the
front panel controls. In many cases, your ZeeVee
modulator will require only these congurations.
Setting the RF broadcast channels
or power
1. Unlock the panel by pressing/holding together
the left and right arrow buttons () until
“Setup” lights up.
2. Press “OK” to enter the Conguration screen.
3. Press “OK” to select “RF Setup”.
4. Use the arrow buttons ( ) to go to
each item you want to congure (such as RF
Number or RF Power), then press “OK” to edit
the highlighted eld. Use the up and down
() arrow buttons to scroll through the
options for that eld.
5. Once you’ve made changes, press “OK” to
accept. You can then select the next item for
conguration.
6. When nished making changes, use the
arrow buttons to scroll down and select
“Apply,” then click “OK” to save your changes.
Note: The front panel locks automatically after
a few seconds. To make more changes, press/
hold the left and right arrow buttons again to
unlock front panel capabilities.
SETUP SCREEN
CONFIGURATION SCREEN
ACTIVE CONFIGURATION SCREEN
Shows audio/video being
encoded
Green — Both audio and
video are detected
Yellow — Video, but no
audio detected
Red — No video detected
RF SETUP
To update rmware:
• If unit is connected to the internet and can
communicate with our servers, select Update
Firmware from the Setup screen and press “OK”.
To reset IP address:
• When using DCHP, select Reset IP Address to
force a release/renew of your IP address, and
press “OK”.
To restore factory defaults or
revert rmware:
1. Power down the unit.
2. Hold the left and right arrows down and
reapply power. You will be prompted with
options: PRESS
• UP to reset cong
• DOWN to revert FW
• OK to boot normally
Map for conguring RF
numbers and virtual
channels
The Cable TV Channels vs RF
Frequency (MHz) Map shows how
the RF channels are paired and
matched with RF frequency.
You will need to refer to this map
when conguring RF numbers and
virtual channels.
IMPORTANT NOTES
• RF numbers are applied
in pairs based on the
frequency map. For
instance, if you enter
RF # “2,” then RF #“3”
automatically populates.
• RF numbers “4” and
“5” cannot be paired
together because of a
gap in the frequencies
(MHz).
• The RF numbers are
not always paired in
numerical sequence (as
with RF # 6, which pairs
with 95, and RF # 99
which pairs with 14 and
so on).
• ZV channels can be
set directly adjacent to
any other well-formed
channel and will not
cause interference.
No channel spacing is
required.
Cable TV Channels vs RF Frequency (MHz) Map
RF
Ch.
9590-9632270-27662450-45692630-636127810-816
9696-10233276-28263456-46293636-642128816-822
97102-10834282-28864462-46894642-648129822-828
98108-11435288-29465468-474100648-654130828-834
99114-12036294-30066474-480101654-660131834-840
14120-12637300-30667480-486102660-666132840-846
15126-13238306-31268486-492103666-672133846-852
16132-13839312-31869492-498104672-678134852-858
17138-14440318-32470498-504105678-684135858-864
18144-15041324-33071504-510106684-690
19150-15642330-33672510-516107690-696
20156-16243336-34273516-522108696-702
21162-16844342-34874522-528109702-708
22168-17445348-35475528-534110708-714
10192-19849372-37879552-558114732-738
11198-20450378-38480558-564115738-744
12204-21051384-39081564-570116744-750
13210-21652390-39682570-576117750-756
23216-22253396-40283576-582118756-762
24222-22854402-40884582-588119762-768
25228-23455408-41485588-594120768-774
26234-24056414-42086594-600121774-780
The highlighted areas in the frequency map show the RF numbers that can be paired together but are not numerically sequential.
Maestro is a conguration tool that you use optionally to
customize your system beyond what is allowed in the front
panel. For example, using Maestro you can assign a channel
number (virtual channel) independent of the RF number and
label the channels.
Conguring RF numbers and virtual channels
1. Click on the Channel Plan tab.
Using the other Maestro tabs
Click on any other Maestro tab to congure your unit as needed. We provide brief information below. Please click on the Help
button on each tab or refer to the Support section of our website for further detail on conguration options.
THE RF TAB
Allows you to change the RF
power output.
Connecting with Maestro
1. Connect your computer directly to the ZeeVee modulator
using a standard Ethernet cable (not a cross-over cable) or
connect the unit and your computer to any LAN that has a
DHCP server.
2. After a few moments,
an IP address will
appear at the top of
the front panel display.
3. Using any web
browser (Chrome or
Firefox preferred), enter the IP address to launch Maestro.
4. You will be directed to a login
page. Your user name is always
“admin.” The default password
is “admin” but you can change the
password. Login is case-sensitive.
5. After you log in, the Maestro Status tab appears. Here you
can see the general information status.
IP address
2. Click in the RF # eld and enter the RF number as you
choose from the RF Frequency Map (on page 7). Make sure
you’ve reviewed the RF Frequency Map Important Notes
before completing this task.
3. Click in the Channel # eld and enter a channel number
(virtual channel). The channel number is what the TV
displays. You can congure a channel number two ways:
• As a dotted number — Enter the number with a “.”
following it, for example, “5.1”. This is the default display.
• As a dotless number — Enter the number with a “#”
preceding it, for example, “#5”.
Note that you can choose a channel number that is different
from the RF#. For instance, if your RF# is 3, you can choose a
channel number of 10.1 or #10.
4. Click Apply to save changes. Your unit stores congurations
so they are not lost on power-down.
5. Run Auto Scan at TV (see Tuning your channel at the HDTV,
page 5) when you have saved conguration changes.
Labeling channels with channel and content
information
1. In the Channel Plan tab, click in the Name eld and enter
the channel short name (up to 7 characters).
2. Click in the Long Name eld and enter the long or more
descriptive channel name (up to 63 characters). The TV
displays these names and descriptions when the channel is
changed or info guide information is requested.
3. Click Apply to save changes.
Manage All allows you to view and
congure all units on your network.
Group Action bar allows you to set conguration for
all selected units actively managed on your network.
THE DEVICE TAB
Allows you to change the device
password and update rmware
as well as congure Emergency
Alerts System (EAS). You can nd
detailed information on EAS in the
Support section of the website
THE NETWORK TAB
Allows you to assign a static IP
address.
THE SUPPORT TAB
Provides technical support
contact information and
allows you to send logs for
troubleshooting.
AV SOURCE TAB
Allows you to specify audio and
video sources as well as other
conguration options for the
sources.
ADMIN TAB
Allows for creating user accounts
which limit access to specic
parts of Maestro including
ZvShow, STB and EAS access.
STB TAB
Allows for high level management
of networked DirecTV H25 Set
Top Boxes. For details on the
network setup please see the STB
application note on our website.
If you are getting a page not found error when directly connected to a PC, try disabling WIFI. If that
does not correct it, make sure your PC is not using a static IP address. The PC and the HDbridge2000 unit must be on the
same IP subnet for them to communicate. For details on how to check for a static IP address, please see the FAQ section of
our website.
If the page loads, but all you see is a purple background and the ZeeVee logo (and are not
prompted to log in) please try a different web browser. We have found some older versions of Internet Explorer are not
compatible with the Maestro tool. Updating IE or using Firefox or Chrome should correct the issue.
Verify the HDTV has a QAM (digital cable) tuner. Verify that you have performed a full channel scan on the HDTV with “cable
mode” selected. Lower the power on the unit, then verify that the modulator is not conicting with any other channel by
connecting the unit directly to the HDTV.
One reason this may happen is when the unit does not detect video input. Verify the source is on and producing a video
signal, then verify the source is outputting a supported resolution. If the Video Source (Channel Plan tab in Maestro) is set to
Auto, change it to the specic video type being used (Component or VGA).
Image or video break up is often caused by an issue in the RF/coax network. You may have chosen a channel number that is
not completely vacant.
If you are combining with other modulators, be sure the RF# selected on the unit does not conict with any other channels,
keep in mind that some analog modulators may spill over to adjacent channels and cause unexpected interference.
If you are combining with a cable service, keep in mind that they sometimes have extra signals that a TV will not display and
can cause interference.
There may also be an RF power balance issue. Verify that the RF power of the unit is balanced with signals from other
modulators and from the cable company. As a test, try removing all other signals (cable, other modulators, etc) and see if you
still see similar issues.
Some TVs will also show video issues if the signal strength is too high. Try lowering the RF power on the unit to ensure you
are not overdriving the HDTV tuner.
The unit is broadcasting in “compatibility mode.” This means it’s receiving a resolution from your VGA/HDMI source that
doesn’t match standard 1280x720 or 1920x1080 HDTV picture resolutions. When that happens, the unit ts the incoming
picture inside either a 720 or 1080 window and pads the outside area with black. To resolve the issue, set your VGA source to
output 1280x720 or 1920x1080 resolution. For more detailed information about setting up VGA and HDMI resolutions, see the
FAQ section of our website.
If both the audio and video are being sent through the unit to the TV, be sure your rmware is fully updated, later versions of
rmware may have lip sync corrections.
If you are feeding the audio directly from the source into a distributed (whole house) audio system and not through the
ZeeVee unit, it will arrive to the speakers before the video arrives to the HDTV. This happens because the video is being
encoded into a digital signal, modulated by the unit and then demodulated at the HDTV. Each of these steps adds latency that
will not be reected in the audio because it is traveling a shorter path.
To work around the issue, you can try one of the following:
Use an audio delay device that allows you to add a delay to the audio stream before it reaches the sound system.
Feed the audio to the ZeeVee unit and send it to the HDTV with the video. Then take the audio out from an HDTV or external
QAM tuner (such as the ZvSync) and connect it to your audio system. The audio should have a similar amount of delay since it
has gone through the encoding and decoding process just as the video did.
WARRANTY
HDbridge 2000 Series
and ZvPro Product Lines
ZeeVee, Inc. January 1, 2014
LIMITED FIVE YEAR WARRANTY
ZeeVee warrants your ZeeVee Equipment (dened
to include only HDbridge Series and ZvPro Series
of equipment) against defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of ve years from the date
of purchase. ZeeVee’s limited warranty extends only
to the original end user purchaser or any person
receiving the ZeeVee Equipment as a gift from the
original end user purchaser and to no other purchaser
or transferee. All warranties implied by law, including
any implied warranties of merchantability and tness
for a particular purpose, are expressly limited to
the duration of this express limited warranty. Some
countries or states of the U.S. do not allow limitations
on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitation may not apply to you.
EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ZEEVEE EQUIPMENT
At the option of ZeeVee, the ZeeVee Equipment
will be repaired or replaced with a new, repaired or
refurbished product (whichever ZeeVee deems as
necessary) if it becomes defective or inoperative.
If ZeeVee cannot reasonably repair or replace the
ZeeVee Equipment then ZeeVee may, at its sole
discretion, refund the original purchase price or
the current retail price of the ZeeVee Equipment.
If ZeeVee chooses to repair or replace the ZeeVee
Equipment, or to refund the purchase price, this will
be the exclusive remedy. With the exception of any
warranties implied by the law of any country or state
of the U.S., this express limited warranty is exclusive
and in lieu of all other warranties, guarantees,
agreements and similar obligations of ZeeVee.
THE ABOVE WARRANTIES ARE SUBJECT TO
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS
• You must have proof of purchase from an
authorized ZeeVee dealer to receive warranty
service. A sales receipt or other document
showing that you purchased the ZeeVee
Equipment is considered proof of purchase.
• Warranty coverage begins the day the original end
user purchaser or any person receiving the ZeeVee
Equipment as a gift from the original end user
• All ZeeVee Equipment, including replacement
• If we determine that the problem is not covered
• In the case of a paid repair: at the option of
• ZeeVee Equipment must be purchased through an
WHAT THESE WARRANTIES EXCLUDE
Your warranties do NOT cover:
• Shipping, tax or duty charges for return or
• Labor charges for installation or set-up of the
• Repairs or replacement due to misuse, accident,
• Any modications or other changes to the ZeeVee
• Reception or transmission problems caused by
• Expendable accessories included in ZeeVee
• Any ZeeVee Equipment that has been modied
purchaser purchased the ZeeVee Equipment.
products, are covered only for the original
warranty period. When the warranty on the original
product expires, the warranty on the replacement
product also expires.
under the limited warranty, we will notify you and
inform you of service or replacement alternatives
that are available to you on a fee basis.
ZeeVee, the ZeeVee Equipment will be repaired
or replaced with a new, repaired, refurbished, or
comparable product (whichever ZeeVee deems as
necessary).
authorized ZeeVee distribution partner and dealer/
reseller. Check zeevee.com for a list of authorized
distributors and a list of any expressly excluded
dealer/resellers. ZeeVee does not warrant
equipment purchased through grey market
resellers or certain internet resellers.
replacement of unit
ZeeVee Equipment.
lightning damage, unauthorized repair, power surges,
or other causes not within the control of ZeeVee.
Equipment, including but not limited to software
or hardware modication in any way other than
as expressly authorized by ZeeVee, will void these
limited warranties. Except in the case of hardware
or software provided by ZeeVee, installing
modications, “hacks,” or utilizing service access
or “back doors” will void these limited warranties.
signal conditions, Internet connection problems,
or any other communication systems outside the
unit.
Equipment such as batteries.
or adapted to enable it to operate in any country
other than the country for which it was designed,
manufactured, approved, and/or authorized.
• Any ZeeVee Equipment that has altered or missing
serial numbers.
• Any ZeeVee Equipment that has been opened or
otherwise tampered with.
• Problems that are directly caused as a result of using
any third party accessories, parts or components.
MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY
Please keep your sales receipt and any other
documentation showing proof of purchase. Also,
keep the original box and packaging material in case
you need to return your ZeeVee Equipment.
TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE
Warranty service will be provided by ZeeVee. If
you believe you need service for your ZeeVee
Equipment, please contact ZeeVee by calling our
customer care center at (877)-4ZeeVee; (877)-493-
3833. If it is determined that the product needs to
be returned for service or exchange, you will receive
a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number. Our
agents will help you through the process through
which you can return the product. ZeeVee is not
responsible for customer products received without
an RMA number and may reject such products.
TO GET OUT-OF-WARRANTY SERVICE
To obtain out-of-warranty service for your ZeeVee
Equipment, please contact ZeeVee by calling our
customer care center at (877)-4ZeeVee; (877)-4933833 for information on the possibility of and any
costs for repair or replacement of out-of-warranty
products. No agent, company, dealer, distributor, or
person is authorized to change, modify, or extend
the terms of these warranties in any manner.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
In no event will ZeeVee be liable for any amount
greater than the retail price of the ZeeVee
Equipment. ZeeVee shall not be liable for any
incidental or consequential damages (including
lost prots) for breach of any express or implied
warranty on the ZeeVee Equipment. Some countries
and states of the U.S. do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages,
so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply
to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights
and you may also have other rights, which vary from
country to country and state to state.
Year Warranty
Ways to Register
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Contact +1.877.493.3833 or warranty@zeevee.com with any questions.
Here
Place Post-
card Stamp
Click on “ZeeVee Website” in the Support
Tab when you begin your conguration
Click on the QR code with your
mobile device’s code reader app
Go to zeevee.com/register
Send an email with all card info (below)
to warranty@zeevee.com
Fill out the form, attach a stamp,
and mail to ZeeVee