DVR eXpander DVR EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEM Quick Start Guide
Apricorn DVR Expander Quick Start Guide INTRODUCTION Is your DVR running out of space? Apricorn’s DVR Expander is the perfect solution for adding hundreds of hours of recording time to your DVR instantly. The DVR Expander’s versatile dual eSATA / USB 2.0 interface enables connection to a wide variety of DVRs, including Scientific Atlanta® series DVRs (provided by many cable companies - uses eSATA connection), Dish Network® DVRs (via USB 2.0 connection) or any DVR with an active eSATA port.
Connecting to Scientific Atlanta® series DVRs 1. Before starting the connection of your DVR Expander, check the current amount of free space on your DVR. While this process varies depending on your DVR, many DVRs show this information in the LIST option (press the LIST button on the DVR remote control to access this option.) The amount of current used space is shown as % full on the DVR. 2.
Once you have finished reformatting the drive we recommend that your DVR be rebooted. If your system does not reboot automatically, manually reboot your DVR by holding down the POWER button the front of your DVR. CONGRATULATIONS! Your DVR and DVR Expander are now operational. To see how much storage the DVR Expander has added to your system, use the LIST option as described in Step 1 on the previous page.
Connection to Dish Network® DVRs To find out if your Dish Network DVR model is compatible with DVR Expander, please check on the Dish Network website at www.dishnetwork.com. 1. Check that the DVR Expander ON/OFF switch, located on the back of the unit is in the OFF position. Connect the AC adapter to the back of the DVR Expander, then connect the other end of the AC cable to suitable power supply that will always stay on (like a wall outlet).
Restoring and Playing from DVR Expander • Choose Restore to transfer selected events from the DVR Expander back to the satellite receiver’s internal hard drive. • Use Play to view the event directly from the DVR Expander. • Use Delete to remove unneeded events. Considerations for Dish Network DVRs • To find out if your Dish Network DVR model is compatible with DVR Expander, please check on the Dish Network website.
Connection to DirecTV® DVRs To find out if your DirecTV DVR model is compatible with DVR Expander, please check on the DirecTV website at www.directv.com. DirecTV can only accept 1 hard drive as a recordable device (internal hard drive or external hard drive). Multiple external hard drives can be used, however, the system must be power cycled after adding the drive to rebuild available content. 1. Check that the DVR Expander ON/OFF switch, located on the back of the unit is in the OFF position.
Removing the DVR Expander 1. Turn off the power button on the DirecTV receiver. 2. Turn off the DVR Expander using the power button on the back of the unit. 3. Disconnect the DVR Expander from the eSATA port of the receiver and unplug the DVR Expander from the AC Adapter in the wall. 4. Restart the DirecTV receiver. While rebooting, the DirecTV scheduler will rebuild to the receiver’s internal drive. 5. To view the shows on the receiver, select the “List” button to view the pre-recorded programs list.
CONTACTING TECHNICAL SUPPORT Apricorn provides the following helpful resources for you: 1. Apricorn’s Website (http://www.apricorn.com) This gives you the ability to check for up-to-date information. 2. E-mail us at support@apricorn.com. 3. Or call the Technical Support Department at 1-800-458-5448. Apricorn’s Technical Support Specialists are available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Pacific Standard Time Monday through Friday.
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