DCT700 User Guide
REPAIRS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK If you find the unit in need of repair, contact your cable system operator for repair or replacement. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER 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.
Important Safety Instructions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Read instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 8 Retain instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. 9 Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
15 16 17 18 19 Lightning For added protection for this equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges. 20 ~= When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. 23 or water. Å= If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the equipment.
Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity This 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 undesired operation. 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.
DCT700 DCT700 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards NOTICE THEFT OF SERVICE IS A CRIME. INSTALLING THIS DEVICE WITHOUT PERMISSION OR UNAUTHORIZED TAMPERING, MODIFYING OR ALTERING IT IN ANY WAY MAY SUBJECT YOU TO CIVIL OR CRIMINAL PENALTIES. CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL CABLE COMPANY.
Copyright © 2003 Motorola, Inc. This device incorporates a copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of the copyright protection technology is granted by Macrovision for home and other limited pay-per-view uses only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. All rights reserved.
CONTENTS Introduction ........................................................... 2 Front Panel ....................................................... 3 Rear Panel........................................................ 4 Using the Remote Control.................................... 6 Installing Batteries .......................................... 10 Basic Operation................................................... 11 Turning Power On and Off.............................. 11 Changing Channels .............
INTRODUCTION The DCT700: • Supports services such as an EPG, IPPV and VOD • Reclaims bandwidth allocated to analog channels • Combats analog piracy • Offers compatibility with MediaCipher conditional access technology • Provides a real-time return path The DCT700 requires a remote control to operate (remote control sold separately). Congratulations on receiving the DCT700 digital consumer terminal, one of the most advanced interactive digital cable terminals available today.
INTRODUCTION Front Panel NOTE We recommend that you use the Motorola universal remote control DRC450 (sold separately) to operate your DCT700. The DCT700 is controlled by your remote control (sold separately). The front panel has two LED displays: one to indicate the unit is turned on and one to indicate a message is present.
INTRODUCTION Rear Panel Before you begin installing the DCT700, take a moment to become familiar with the rear panel connections. The rear panel includes connectors for system cabling and a power cord to connect the DCT700 to an electrical power outlet. For cabling diagrams, see “Connecting Your DCT700”.
INTRODUCTION Item Description 1 AUDIO OUT Left/right audio outputs to connect the DCT700 to a TV, VCR, or A/V receiver. 2 VIDEO Composite video output to connect the DCT700 to a TV, VCR, or A/V receiver. 3 RF IN A coaxial input that is connected to the cable wall outlet, see Connecting the DCT700. 4 TO TV/VCR A coaxial output to connect the DCT700 to the TV or VCR. 5 Power This is the DC power connection.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL 1 Use the remote control to operate the DCT700, TV, and VCR. Your remote control may differ from the one illustrated here. AU DIO 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 VCR/D VD CA BLE HELP PAGE 11 12 LOCK PAGE INFO EXIT 14 15 16 OK M ENU VOLUME 9 10 TV PO WER LAST CH ANNEL FAVOR ITE THEM E LIST CA NCEL A B C 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 TV/VCR REW PAUSE RECORD 19 The table following this drawing describes the functions of the remote control.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Key Description 1 AUDIO, VCR/DVD, CABLE, OR TV Selects a device to control. The selected mode will remain active until you press another key. 2 HELP Displays the help screen. 3 POWER Turns the currently selected device on or off. 4 PAGE ▲ PAGE ▼ Pages through menu screens and the program guide. 5 EXIT Exits a menu or program guide. 6 ◄ ▲ ► ▼ CURSOR Moves the cursor around the program guide and menu screens.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Key Description 10 A B C Functionality is determined from services offered by your cable TV service provider. 11 NUMBER KEYS Use to directly select a channel. 12 TV/VCR or BYPASS When in VCR mode, toggles between television and VCR. Bypass is not available. 13 STOP, PAUSE, PLAY, REW, RECORD, F.FWD Controls the VCR/DVD or CD player. 14 MUTE Toggles the sound on and off. 15 LOCK Use to limit viewing of selected programs or to view the Pay-Per-View menu.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Key Description 20 FAVORITE Displays preset favorite cable channels. 21 ENTER/MUSIC Displays digital music channel menus. On some TV models press to enter channels.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL Installing Batteries Before you can use the remote control, you must install two AA (1.5-volt) alkaline batteries (provided with your Motorola universal remote control): 1 2 + Slide open the battery door on the back of the remote control. Insert the batteries in the direction indicated on the inside of the battery compartment. Batteries installed incorrectly can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control.
BASIC OPERATION Turning Power On and Off NOTE The DCT700 requires a remote control to operate. To turn the DCT700 on or off, be sure it is in cable mode by pressing CABLE on your remote control and then press POWER. Changing Channels Be sure the remote control is in cable mode and enter the number of the channel you want to tune using the numeric keys, or press CHANNEL + or – on the remote control to step through the channel selection.
BASIC OPERATION Electronic Program Guide The electronic program guide displays information about TV programs and enables you to access features such as Parental Control or Pay-Per-View. Electronic program guides vary with each service provider. Reference the electronic program guide instruction manual for detailed instructions.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS Before you begin to hook up your DCT700, review the following: NOTE It is important to remember not to place anything on top of the DCT700 and to provide for adequate ventilation to prevent overheating. • For basic cable connections, use 75-ohm coaxial cables equipped with F-type connectors. You can find coaxial cables in your local electronics store. • For audio or video outputs, use cables equipped with RCA-type connectors.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT700 From cable outlet DCT700 TO TV/VCR L + + Standard TV Cabling Use 75-ohm coaxial cables to connect your DCT700 to a TV. This is the most common cable connection, and it provides all of the basic features of the DCT700.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT700 From cable outlet DCT700 TO TV/VCR + + To connect your VCR, you will need 75-ohm coaxial cables. The illustrated VCR connection enables you to record the program you are watching, including Pay-Per-View events. You can also view videotapes just as you do now. +12V DC R AUDIO RF IN Standard VCR Cabling VIDEO The illustrated connections will not provide stereo. Connect the DCT700 using RCA baseband connectors to receive stereo (illustrated later in this section).
CONNECTING YOUR DCT700 DCT700 TO TV/VCR L + + In these illustrations the baseband connectors on entertainment components are labeled R for right audio, L for left audio, and V or VIDEO. +12V DC R AUDIO RF IN Composite Baseband VIDEO TV Connecting the DCT700 using the RCA-type baseband outputs ® enables you to experience stereo and Dolby Surround sound when available.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT700 DCT700 Composite VCR Cabling TO TV/VCR + + This diagram illustrates how to connect the DCT700 to a VCR using the audio connectors on the VCR.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT700 DCT700 Stereo Cabling Diagram (VCR to Stereo) TO TV/VC R L + + +12V DC This diagram illustrates how to connect the DCT700 to a stereo using the audio connectors on the VCR. The VCR sound is played through the stereo.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT700 DCT700 Stereo Cabling Diagram (TV to Stereo) TO TV/VCR + + +12V DC This configuration provides for the TV sound to play through the stereo.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling your service provider, review the troubleshooting guide. This information is to help you quickly solve a problem. If your problem still exists, contact your service provider. Problem Possible Solution No sound Press MUTE on the remote control to restore the volume level. Check that the stereo is set to the proper input source. Turn on your VCR. Make sure the TV or stereo volume is set to an appropriate level.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Solution No power Reconnect the power cord. Be sure the DCT700 is plugged into an outlet that is always live. Remote control does not work Press CABLE on the remote control to ensure the remote control is in cable mode. Change the batteries in your remote control according to the instructions in the section, “Installing Batteries.” Be sure that nothing is on the DCT700 or blocking a clear line of sight between it and the remote control.
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