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Cable Input

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1 Serial Number Located in the lower left corner of the bar code. Your cable service

provider may ask for this number if your system requires troubleshooting

in the future. You must know the serial number to join the Explorer Club.

2 IR Port Connect to optional VCR Commander service

3 S-Video Out Connect to S-Video input

of TV or VCR (standard definition)

4 Digital Audio Out Connect to external digital inputs surround-sound receiver

5 Video Out Connect to video input

of TV or VCR (standard definition)

6 Audio Out Connect to left/right (L/R) audio inputs of a stereo receiver or a TV with

stereo sound

7 Cable Out Connect to cable input of TV or VCR (standard definition)

8 Cable In Connect to cable signal from cable service provider

9 Bypass Connect an optional RF Bypass module

10 AC Power Input Connect the DHCT to an AC electrical outlet using the cord provided

11 AC Switched Connect the AC power cord from another device, such as a TV

Outlet

1 Message Indicator Indicates a message from your cable service provider is waiting when

blinking or illuminated. To access the message, press the Info key.

2 LED Display Displays the selected channel number and time of day

3 Guide Accesses on-screen services, such as the on-screen guide,

video-on-demand, or pay-per-view

4 Info Displays a description of the selected program; available from the

on-screen guide and while viewing a program

5 Bypass Indicator Indicates the optional bypass feature is on when illuminated*

6 USB Connects to external equipment, such as a keyboard, external modem,

(Universal Serial Bus) or similar equipment*

7 Exit Exits menus, on-screen guide, and program information

8 Settings Accesses the Settings menu

9 Smart card slot Allows smart card access*

10 Select Accesses your on-screen selection

11 CH+ and CH- Scrolls up and down through the channels

12 VOL+ and VOL- Increases and decreases volume

13 Power Provides power to the DHCT. The light to the left of the Power key

illuminates when the power is on. To receive nightly programming

updates, keep the power on.

* Contact your cable service provider for more information

DHCT Back Panel

Installing the DHCT

Welcome!

Congratulations on adding the Explorer

2200 or

3200 Digital Home Communications Terminal

(DHCT) to your television viewing experience!

The Explorer 2200 and 3200 DHCTs can receive

and display analog and digital signals, and provide

exceptional picture quality.

Through the DHCT, you can access interactive

services, such as video-on-demand and pay-per-

view programs. Contact your cable service

provider for information about these and other

available services.

Use the instructions in this guide to install the

DHCT, to become familiar with the keys on the

front panel of the DHCT, and to access your

cable services. Then, begin enjoying the features

of the DHCT.

Explorer Club

To obtain additional information about the

DHCT, Scientific-Atlanta invites you to join the

Explorer Club. This online club provides news

and “what’s up” information about the DHCT

and offers you a chance to win prizes and other

premium items.

To join the Explorer Club, you must know the

serial number of your DHCT. The number is

located on the back panel of your DHCT, and

looks similar to this example:

DHCT Front Panel

Connect the DHCT to a Stereo TV and Non-Stereo VCR

1. Unplug all electronic devices before connect-

ing the DHCT.

2. Connect the DHCT to the TV and VCR as

shown in the diagram.

3. Connect the DHCT to the coaxial cable

coming from the wall.

4. Plug the DHCT and the TV into an AC power

source.

Important: Do not press the Power key on

the DHCT yet.

5. Turn on the power to your TV, and set the

input channel assigned by your cable service

provider (channel 3 or 4).

6. Wait for the time to display on the LED

display.

Important: It takes 2 to 3 minutes for the

DHCT to be updated with the latest program-

ming and service information. When the front

panel displays the time, the update is

complete.

7. Press the Power key on the DHCT.

Access Cable Services and Programs

You can access your cable services using the

remote control or the keys on the front panel of

the DHCT. (Refer to your remote control user’s

guide for programming instructions.)

• Press the Guide key to access the on-screen

guide. The on-screen guide displays schedules

of TV programs and other services available

from your cable service provider, such as

video-on-demand and pay-per-view

programs.

• Use the arrow keys to highlight a program in

the schedule.

• Press the Info key for a description of a

specific program (either from the on-screen

guide or while viewing a program).

• Press the Select key to view a specific

program in the guide.

For more information, read the user’s guides that

your cable service provider included with the

DHCT installation package. These guides provide

operating instructions for the on-screen guide,

your remote control, and the VCR Commander™

service (if available).

Check and Correct

If your DHCT does not perform as expected,

check the following conditions:

• Verify that the power to your TV is turned on.

• If plugged into a wall switch, verify the switch

is in the ON position.

• Verify that all cables are properly connected.

• Verify that your TV is tuned to the proper

output channel (3 or 4).

If your DHCT does not perform as expected

after checking the power, the cables, and the

output channel, check the following conditions:

No picture

• If your system includes a VCR and/or stereo,

verify that you have properly connected them

to the DHCT.

• Verify that the DHCT power light is on and

the Bypass light is off.

No color

• Verify that the current TV program is

broadcast in color.

• Adjust the TV color controls.

No sound

• If your setup includes a VCR and/or stereo,

verify that you have properly connected them

to the DHCT.

• Verify that the volume is turned up.

• Verify that the Bypass feature is disabled.

The LED on the front panel displays question

marks instead of the channel number.

Press the INFO key on the remote control or the

front panel of the DHCT. You may have pressed

the Power key before all of the latest program-

ming updates were received by the DHCT.

The TV screen displays a message indicating

that the DHCT is automatically updating its

software.

Wait for the time to display on the LED before

continuing with the installation process. When

the front panel displays the time, the update is

complete.

Note: If you need further assistance, contact

your cable service provider.

Accessing Programs

Audio Output

Audio output from the CABLE OUT is monaural

(non-stereo).

Audio output from the AUDIO OUT LEFT and

RIGHT is stereo.

If you connect to S-VIDEO OUT, you must

connect the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO OUT on

the DHCT to the LEFT and RIGHT AUDIO IN

connectors on your TV, VCR, or stereo.

Other Types of Connections

If you are connecting the DHCT to a different

type of TV or VCR, or to additional devices,

access our Web site for connection information:

www.scientificatlanta.com

The serial number is located in the lower left

corner of the bar code. Write the serial number

here: _______________ .

To access the Explorer Club Web site type:

www.scientificatlanta.com/explorerclub

Before Installing the DHCT

Before you begin to install the DHCT:

• Read the IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE

OPERATION section of this guide.

• Locate the DHCT serial number, which is on a

bar code on the back panel of the DHCT. You

will need this serial number to join the

Explorer Club. Also, if your system requires

troubleshooting in the future, your cable

service provider may ask for the serial

number.

• If you plug the DHCT into an outlet that is

controlled by a wall switch, keep the switch

in the ON position. The on-screen guide is

updated nightly. If the wall switch is in the

OFF position, your DHCT will not receive

the latest programming updates.

• Keep the top of the DHCT free of all objects

and electronic devices, including your TV.

• It is recommended that you use a surge

protector with your cable equipment and

electronic devices.

Required Cables

Set of Video/Audio Cables

75 ohm Coaxial Cables

Use the connection diagram and follow these

steps to connect the DHCT to a stereo TV and a

non-stereo VCR.

WARNING:

Electric shock hazard! Unplug all

electronic devices before connecting

or disconnecting any device cables.

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