Zenith HCS2000R, HCS100T SETUP GUIDE

© Copyright 2001, Zenith Electronics Corporation

Communication Interface System Setup Guide | Warranty

Models | HCS2000R, Head-End Unit • HCS100T, Card | for Concierge TVs

RECORD MODEL NUMBER

The model and serial number are located on the product. For
future convenience, we suggest that you record these
numbers here:

MODEL NO.____________________________________

SERIAL NO.____________________________________

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

POWER CORD POLARIZATION:

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE

CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code
(U.S.A.). The code 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 the cable entry as practical.

REGULATORY INFORMATION:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, 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:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• 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 the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation.
Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

Head-End

Unit

Mens
Dept.

Sports
Dept.

Toy
Dept.

Hrdwe.
Dept.

Auto
Dept.

Food
Dept.

2

3

Signal
Combiner

Modulator

Outputs

Broadband
Amplifier

Signal
Combiner

Department TVs

Host Computer

Passive Signal
Splitter

4

5

6

1

Back of

Computer

PRN System Setup Overview

Use this overview for reference to set up an in-store communications interface system

Important

Use of the sample equipment provided, as well as
with the other necessary equipment not provided,
may expose the operator to hazardous voltages. It is

assumed that the user is familiar with good safety
and handling procedures and precautions. Zenith assumes no lia­bility for any damage to any equipment or injuries as a result of
working with the sample equipment provided.

System Setup Equipment

For testing and evaluation of the Zenith Communications
Interface Link system, and for development of the PRN propri­etary software, the following items are required:
— HCS2000R unit.

— TV Modem Card HCS100T.
— Zenith Commercial Products Concierge Series television.
— DE9P to DE9S, “straight through” serial cable (not provided).
— Host computer with serial port (not provided).
— Two way 75 ohm splitter/combiner (not provided).

Optional Equipment Within System

— Broadband Amplifier (not provided).
— Modulator output sources (not provided).
— Passive signal splitter (not provided).

Power Supply

The HCS2000R prototype requires 120V AC, 60Hz, 1 Amp peak,
nominally drawing less than 50 watts. The connection is via

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