DCT 2000 CURSOR MESSAGES REMOTE A/B GUIDE INFO User Guide CHANNEL POWER MENU SELECT A/B POWER
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 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 Damage requiring service Unplug this equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: damaged.
CON TENTS Introduction..................................................2 Front Panel..........................................................................3 Rear Panel ...........................................................................6 Rear Panel Options...........................................................9 Recording Your Connections..................... 10 Using the Remote Control ......................... 11 Installing Batteries...........................................................
INTRODUCTION Your DCT 2000 includes one or more of the following features: • Remote control • Volume control • Parental control • Favorite channel recall • Sleep and alarm timers • Easy Pay-Per-View purchases • Electronic program guide (EPG) • Video on Demand • Digital audio Congratulations on your purchase of the state-of-the-art DCT 2000 digital consumer terminal. The DCT 2000 brings unsurpassed digital audio and video quality to your TV viewing.
INTRODUCTION Front Panel The DCT 2000 front panel has 12 keys and an LED display. Use the keys to perform basic functions such as changing channels and powering on and off. Display the current channel or time of day on the LED by changing the default settings in the electronic program guide.
INTRODUCTION Item Description 1 A/B Lights if optional switch is activated (see Rear Panel Options) 2 MESSAGES Lights to indicate that a message is present Displays current channel number or time of day 3 4 REMO TE Flashes when an error-free signal is received from the remote control 5 POWER Lights when the unit is turned on 6 CURSOR 7 8 Displays the electronic program guide GUIDE INFO Moves the cursor in menus and electronic program guide screens Displays current channel and program i
INTRODUCTION Item 9 10 11 12 13 MENU Description Displays the Main menu SELEC T Selects menu options, Pay-Per-View (PPV) events, and tunes channels from the electronic program guide A/B Manually enables optional modules (a cable-ready TV is required for this function) CHANNEL POW ER Changes the channel up and down Turns the DCT 2000 on and off 5
INTRODUCTION Rear Panel Before you begin installing the DCT 2000 take a moment to become familiar with the rear panel connections. The rear panel connectors are for system cabling, and an AC power cord connects the DCT 2000 to an electrical power outlet. For cabling diagrams, see Connecting Your DCT 2000.
INTRODUCTION Item Description 1 RF IN A coaxial input that is connected to the TO RF IN, see Connecting the DCT 2000. 2 TO RF IN A coaxial input that directs the cable signal to other connections on the DCT 2000. 3 Removable plate This plate covers the location for an optional telephone module. Available if your service provider offers telephone communication. 4 AUX AUDIO IN RCA audio inputs providing loop-through audio from auxiliary audio equipment.
INTRODUCTION Item Description 11 VIDEO This RCA video output connects the DCT 2000 to a composite (baseband) TV. 12 TV Pass card slot This space is reserved for future use. 13 Data outputs For future use with high-speed, high-definition components. 14 IR Output An RCA output connecting the optional Infrared (IR) Blaster attachment for your DCT 2000. 15 AC power This is a two-plug AC power outlet. The bottom plug is for attaching a power cord.
INTRODUCTION Rear Panel Options A CABLE IN There are four rear panel options that can be included on your DCT 2000. B 1 RF OUT RF IN CONV IN Sw itch o ptio n s Item Description 1 A/B Switch This contains coaxial input connectors used in a dual cable system and with an A/B box. 2 RF Bypass These coaxial connectors enable the cable signal to bypass the DCT 2000 and go directly to a cable-ready TV or VCR. 3 DUAL A/B-RF BYPASS These coaxial connectors are used in a dual cable system.
RECORDING YOUR CONNECTIONS A/B In Du al A/B R F Bypass R F Bypass A RF OUT Telco re tu rn A RF IN RF OUT CONV IN CABLE IN Use this diagram to record cable connections from the rear panel. Later you can use this diagram to reconnect your system if you move the equipment, or add new equipment. B B TO T V/VCR Disconnect the power from the DCT 2000 before connecting or changing cable connections. Do not place another component or object on top of the DCT 2000.
USING THE REMOTE CON TROL 1 VCR Use the remote control to operate the DCT 2000, TV, and VCR. Many of the keys on the remote control share the same function as keys on the front panel. CA BLE AU X 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 TV HELP POWER PAGE 11 12 13 PAGE EXIT INF O 15 16 17 Your remote control may be different from the one illustrated here. The remote control must be programmed for use.
USING THE REMOTE CON TROL Key Item Description 1 AUX, VCR, CABLE, or TV Selects the desired device to control (the selected mode remains 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 ▲ or PAGE▼ Pages through menu screens and electronic program guide 5 EXIT Exits menus and electronic program guide Moves cursor around the electronic program guide and menu screens 6 7 OK/SELECT Selects menu option
USING THE REMOTE CON TROL Key Item Description 9 VOLUME + or VOLUME - Increases or decreases volume of the currently selected device 10 A, B , or C Functionality is determined by your service provider 11 NUMBER KEYS Directly selects a channel 12 TV/VCR BYPASS Enables RF bypass function (a cable-ready TV is required for this function) 13 ◄ DAY DAY ► Use when operating the electronic program guide (moves electronic program guide ahead or back 24 hours) 14 STOP, PAUSE, PLAY, REW, RECORD, F.
USING THE REMOTE CON TROL Key Item Description 16 LOCK/PPV Limits viewing of selected programs, and accesses Pay-Per-View menu (your remote control may only have LOCK; this key still performs the same functions) 17 INFO Displays the current channel and program information (not supported by all applications) 18 MENU Displays the Main menu 19 LAST Recalls the last channel or goes back one screen in the menu 20 CHANNEL + or CHANNEL - Changes the channels up or down 21 FAVORITE Displays pres
USING THE REMOTE CON TROL Installing Batteries 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. + Batteries installed incorrectly can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control. + 3 Slide the battery door closed until it snaps into place.
BASIC OPERA TION Turning Power On and Off Press POWER on the front panel to turn the DCT 2000 on or off. If using the remote control, be sure it is in cable mode by pressing CABLE, and then press POWER. Changing Channels You can change channels in two ways: • Press CHANNEL ▲ or ▼ on the front panel of the DCT 2000, or press CHANNEL + or - on the remote control to step through the channel selection. • Enter the number of the channel you want to tune using the numeric keys on the remote control.
BASIC OPERA TION 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 can vary in look and feel with each service provider. Reference the electronic program guide instruction manual for detailed instructions.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNE CTIONS Before you begin to hookup your DCT 2000, review the following: NOTE It is important to remember not to place anything on top of the DCT 2000 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 DCT 2000 Standard TV Cabling TO T V/VCR AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF R L AUDIO O UT VIDEO TO RF IN HIGH SPEED S-VID EO RF IN CAB LE IN OUT OF BAND T V Pass Card DATA F rom c able ou tlet IR SW IT CHED 105-125V 60Hz 4A MA X 500 W M AX D CT 20 0 0 If you are using a diagram that connects the coaxial TO TV/VCR connector on the DCT 2000 to the coaxial CABLE IN connector on the TV, you must tune your TV to channel 3 or 4.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT 2000 Standard VCR Cabling TO T V/VCR AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF R L AUDIO O UT VIDEO TO RF IN HIGH SPEED S-VID EO RF IN CAB LE IN OUT OF BAND IR T V Pass Card DATA From cable outlet AUDIO IN R L VIDEO IN CABLE IN CABLE OUT AUDIO OUT R L 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.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT 2000 Cabling with RF Bypass TO T V/VCR RF OUT RF IN RF IN CONV IN AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF R L AUDIO O UT VIDEO TO RF IN HIGH SPEED S-VID EO CAB LE IN OUT OF BAND IR T V Pass Card DATA SW IT CHED 105-125V 60Hz 4A MA X 500 W M AX D CT 20 0 0 Su b sc riber telep ho n e h oo ku p F rom c able ou tlet This cabling diagram illustrates the RF Bypass module installed on the DCT 2000.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT 2000 TO T V/ VCR AUX AUD IO IN SPDIF R L AUDIO OUT VIDEO In these illustrations the baseband connectors on entertainment components are labeled R for right audio, L for left audio, V or VIDEO, and S or S-VIDEO.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT 2000 D CT 20 0 0 Composite VCR Cabling AUX AUD IO IN TO T V/ VCR SPDIF TO RF IN HIGH SPEED S-VIDEO RF IN R L AUDIO O UT CAB LE IN VIDEO OUT OF BAND IR T V P ass Ca rd DATA SW ITCHED 105-12 5V 60Hz 4A MA X 500W M AX This diagram illustrates how to connect the DCT 2000 to a VCR using the audio connectors on the VCR. When connecting the video path, never connect baseband composite video and S-Video together.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT 2000 D CT 20 0 0 TO T V/ VCR Stereo Cabling Diagram (VCR to Stereo) AUX AUD IO IN SPDIF R L AUDIO O UT VIDEO TO RF IN HIGH SPEED S-VIDEO RF IN CAB LE IN AUDIO IN R AUDIO OUT L R IR DATA VIDEO IN CABLE IN CABLE OUT OUT OF BAND T V P ass Ca rd L S-VIDEO IN VIDEO OUT SW ITCHED 105-12 5V 60Hz 4A MA X 500W M AX This diagram illustrates how to connect the DCT 2000 to a stereo using the audio connectors on the VCR. The VCR sound is played through the stereo.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT 2000 D CT 20 0 0 Stereo Cabling Diagram (TV to Stereo) AUX AUD IO IN TO T V/ VCR This configuration provides for the TV sound to play through the stereo. SPDIF TO RF IN HIGH SPEED S-VIDEO RF IN R L AUDIO O UT CAB LE IN AUDIO IN R VIDEO AUDIO OUT DATA L R IR T V P ass Ca rd VIDEO IN CABLE IN CABLE OUT OUT OF BAND L SW ITCHED 105-12 5V 60Hz 4A MA X 500W M AX When connecting the video path, never connect baseband composite video and S-Video together.
CONNECTING YOUR DCT 2000 Baseband with Dolby Digital TO T V/ VCR AU X AUDIO IN SPDI F R L AU DI O OU T VI DE O TO RF I N HIGH SPEED S-VIDE O RF IN CAB LE IN OUT OF BAND IR SW I TCHE D 105-125V 60H z 4A MAX 500W MAX T V Pa ss Ca rd DATA F rom cable o utle t MONITOR OUT If you use the Dolby Digital SPDIF output, you must connect both the left/right baseband audio out from the DCT 2000 and the SPDIF ports to the digital receiver. The SPDIF port does not carry audio for analog.
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 looking at the proper input source. Turn your VCR on. No picture Check to be sure that all cables are connected properly (hand-tighten if necessary).
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Solution No power Reconnect the power cord. Be sure the DCT 2000 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.” Ensure that nothing is on the DCT 2000 or blocking a clear line of sight between it and the remote control.
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