SEASIDE TV DCT 5000 Wiring Instructions Additional Information Digital Cable Box USER MANUAL
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. Graphical symbols and supplemental warning marking locations on bottom of terminal.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1 Read instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2 Retain instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3 Heed warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4 Follow instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5 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 a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
CON TENTS Introduction..................................................2 Front Panel..........................................................................3 Rear Panel ...........................................................................4 Recording Your Connections ...................... 7 Remote Control ............................................8 Installing Batteries .......................................................... 12 Basic Operation ...........................................
INTRODUCTION This handbook will introduce you to the basic features of the DCT 5000 and provide several options for integrating it into your current entertainment system.
INTRODUCTION Front Panel The DCT 5000 front panel has 12 keys and an LED display. Use the keys to perform basic functions such as access the electronic program guide, navigate menus, and purchase pay-per-view events. The LED can display the currently selected channel or time of day, depending on your default setting in the electronic program guide. For more information on the front panel, see the Remote Control section.
INTRODUCTION Rear Panel NOTE The rear panel of your DCT 5000 may vary from this drawing because of different configurations that are available. Please contact your service provider to determine which connections are supported on your system. The DCT 5000 was designed to connect to more than a standard TV. The rear panel consists of two types of interfaces — audio/video and data. The table following this drawing describes each connection and its potential use.
INTRODUCTION Key Description 1 TO TV/VCR This coaxial output connector, when operating on channel 3 or 4, is used to connect the DCT 5000 to a TV or VCR. 2 CABLE IN The CABLE IN connector provides the incoming signal from your service provider. 3 DATA HS For future use. 4 AUX AUDIO IN R These connectors are used for connecting the set-top between a CD player and a stereo tuner (or other audio peripheral). Audio from the auxiliary device will pass through the DCT 5000 when it is turned off.
INTRODUCTION 12 Key Description AUDIO OUT R The RCA phono-type connectors are used to deliver audio to a stereo receiver. AUDIO OUT L 13 OUT VIDEO The OUT VIDEO connector is used to deliver video to an external device such as a VCR or TV. 14 TV PASS CARD For future use. 15 S-VIDEO This connector is used to deliver high quality video to external devices that accept S-Video inputs, such as a high-end VCR or TV.
RECORDING YOUR CONNECTIONS CD p layer $8',2 5 &219 287 5) 287 287 / R F B yp ass &219 ,1 Before you begin using the DCT 5000, take a moment to look at the back panel and record the connections. You can use your drawing later if it becomes necessary to reconnect your system.
REMOTE CON TROL NOTE The remote control you receive may differ from the remote control pictured here. Your service provider will supply user instructions. The DRC 400 provides basic control of the DCT 5000, TV, VCR, and auxiliary devices such as a second TV or VCR. For programming instructions refer to the instructions supplied by your service provider. Notice that many of the keys on the front panel share the same function as keys on the remote control.
REMOTE CON TROL Use this information with a basic electronic program guide. If your program guide is different, refer to the remote control instructions. Key Description 1 AUX, VCR, CABLE, OR TV Selects a desired device to control. The selected mode will remain active until you press another key. 2 HELP Displays the help screen. 3 POWER Turns the selected home entertainment component on or off. 4 PAGE 5 EXIT 6 PAGE Pages through menu screens and the program guide.
REMOTE CON TROL Key Description 10 A THEME B LIST C CANCEL Functionality is determined from services offered by your service provider. 11 NUMBER KEYS Use to directly select a channel. 12 TV/VCR BYPASS or A/B Use to manually enable the RF bypass function. You must have a cable-ready TV for this function to operate. 13 STOP, PAUSE, PLAY, REW., RECORD, F.FWD. Controls the VCR. 14 MUTE Toggles the sound on and off.
REMOTE CON TROL 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. 22 LED Displays the channel number or time of day. There are four indicator lights on the LED screen: 23 SMART CARD SLOT MSGS.
REMOTE CON TROL Installing Batteries NOTE Batteries installed incorrectly can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control Before you can use the remote control, you must install two AA (1.5-volt) alkaline batteries: 1 Slide open the battery door on the back of the remote control. 2 Insert the batteries in the direction indicated on the inside of the battery compartment. 3 Slide the battery door closed until it snaps into place.
BASIC OPERA TION Turning Power On and Off NOTE If the TO TV/VCR connector on the DCT 5000 is connected to the coaxial CABLE IN connector on the TV, you must tune your TV to channel 3 or channel 4. Press POWER on the front panel, or press CABLE and then press POWER on the remote control. Changing Channels You can change channels in two ways: Press CHANNEL CHANNEL or or on the front panel of the DCT 5000 or press on the remote control to step through the channel selection.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNE CTIONS Before you move or change components on your entertainment system, review the following: NOTE It is important to remember not to place anything on top of the DCT 5000 and to provide for adequate ventilation to prevent overheating. For basic cable connections, use 75-ohm coaxial cables equipped with F-type connectors. (The coaxial connection will not provide stereo on digital channels). For audio or video outputs, use cables equipped with RCA-type connectors.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNE CTIONS RF Bypass Switch The DCT 5000 may be equipped with the optional RF Bypass switch. When the optional RF bypass switch is activated it routes the cable signal directly to a cable-ready TV, bypassing the DCT 5000. This configuration enables you to view clear analog programming on the direct cable signal should the DCT 5000 be powered off.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNE CTIONS CD player $8',2 5 287 / A u dio o u t A udio loop-thru C able ou t Your entertainment system may not support all of these connections. D CT 500 0 9*$ 63',) F rom ca ble ou tlet A u dio in This drawing illustrates audio/video connections with a stereo at the end of the chain. Use this connection to view your TV with sound coming through your stereo system. An advantage to this connection is that you use one set of RCA input connectors on your stereo.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNE CTIONS $8',2 5 287 C D player This drawing illustrates an audio/video connection with the TV at the end of the chain. This connection requires two sets of RCA input connectors on your stereo if you choose to view TV through the stereo system. D CT 500 0 Your entertainment system may not support all of these connections.
DATA FEATURES NOTE Do not attempt to connect data devices without contacting your service provider. Advanced data features require the proper application and network infrastructure to operate. The most powerful and exciting features of the DCT 5000 involve the data services supported by this system. The DCT 5000 provides high-speed data services to your TV, such as internet access, IP Telephony, E-Commerce, and home banking.
DATA DEVICE CONNECTION Do not attempt to connect data devices without contacting your service provider. Advanced features require proper application and network infrastructure to operate. Your DCT 5000 may be equipped with the interface connections illustrated depending on the services offered by your service provider. Contact your service provider to determine the applications and functionality supported within your system.
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 Cause Possible Solution No sound Accidentally pressed 087( on the remote control. Press 087( on the remote control to restore the volume level. The stereo is tuned to the wrong entertainment component. Check that the stereo is looking at the proper input source.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Cause Possible Solution Picture or sound is noisy on one channel Coaxial cable is disconnected or loose. Reconnect the cable and hang-tighten if loose. Sound from only one stereo speaker Cable connections are disconnected or loose. Hand-tighten or reconnect the cables properly. Ensure that wires are not frayed and plugs are not bent or broken. No power Power cord is disconnected. Reconnect the power cord.
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