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Scientific Atlanta 3270HD User's Manual

1. JVC 0081 0083 0022 0055 NEC 0081 0083 0052 0054 0220 0221 0398 0522 0055 0064 0096 0118 0555 0581 0583 0655 0471 0555 0581 0583 0720 0721 0755 0898 0596 0618 0655 0718 Jensen 0055 0555 0655 0755 0755 KEC 0051 0292 0551 0651 Nikko 0051 0551 0651 0751 0751 0792 0851 0851 KLH 0086 0586 Nikon 0048 0267 0548 Kenwood 0081 0083 0052 0055 Noblex 0254 0754 0854 0398 0555 0581 0583 Olympus 0240 0049 0655 0755 0898 Optimus 0072 0062 0051 0118 Kodak 0049 0051 0551 0651 0176 0446 0551 0562 0751 0851 0618 0651 0718 0751 XI 0051 0551 0651 0751 0851 0851 Optonica 0076 Lloyd s 0014 0222 Orion 0016 0198 0309 0493 Logik 0086 0586 0516 0698 0893 MEI 0049 Panasonic 0240 0049 0091 0116 MGA 0057 0075 0254 0557 0176 0239 0241 0260 0657 0754 0854 0392 MGN Technology 0254 0754 0854 Penney 0049 0051 0052 0054 MTC 0014 0254 0754 0854 0056 0058 0068 0254 Magnasonic 0292 0792 0551 0556 0558 0651 Magnavox 0014 0049 0053 0095 0791 0794 0851 0854 0117 0163 0553 Pentax 0056 0058 0079 0119 Magnin 0254 0754 0854 0590 0598 Marantz 0049 0095 0160 0175 Fhilco 0049 0223 0493 0123 Marta 0051 0551 0651 0751 0893 ae Philips 0049 0076 0095 0417 Matsushita 0049 0176 Pilot 0051 0551 0651 0751 Memorex 0060 0062 0014 0049 a 0051 0053 0061 0118 Pioneer
2. WARNING Avoid personal injury and damage to this set top An unstable surface may cause this set top to fall CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS NE PAS OUVRIR 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 WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE This symbol is intended to alert you of the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying this product Ventilation This set top has openings for ventilation that protect it from overheating To ensure the reliability of this set top follow these guidelines to avoid obstructing the openings Do not place other equipment lamps books or any other object on the top of this set top e Do not place this set top in any of the following locations On a bed sofa rug or similar surface Over a radiator or a heat register In an enclosure such as a bookcase or equipment rack unless the installation provides proper ventilation Cleaning the Set Top Before cleaning this set top unplug it from the electrical outlet Use a damp cloth to clean this set top Do not use a liquid cleaner or an aerosol cleaner J CAUTION Magnetic or static cleaning devices dust removers can cause damage to your set top Do not use a magnetic or
3. Fisher 0061 0118 Fuji 0047 0049 Funai 0014 GE 0049 0074 0062 0254 0774 Garrard 0014 GoldStar 0051 Gradiente 0014 HI Q 0061 Harley Davidson 0014 Harman Kardon 0095 Harwood 0086 Hitachi 0056 0014 0055 Hughes Network 0056 Systems JVC 0081 0055 Jensen 0055 KEC 0051 KLH 0086 Kenwood 0055 0081 Kodak 0049 0051 LXI 0051 Lloyd s 0014 Logik 0086 MEI 0049 MGA 0057 0254 MGN Technology 0254 MTC 0014 0254 Magnavox 0049 0095 0014 0053 Magnin 0254 Marantz 0095 0049 Marta 0051 Matsushita 0049 0176 Memorex 0118 0061 0493 0014 0051 0062 0049 0254 1051 0053 0176 0223 1176 1276 Minolta 0056 Mitsubishi 0057 0062 0081 Motorola 0049 0062 Multitech 0014 0086 NEC 0055 0081 0118 Nikko 0051 Noblex 0254 Olympus 0049 Optimus 0176 1076 1176 0062 1276 0051 1062 0118 Orion 0493 0198 0223 Panasonic 0049 0176 1176 1276 0239 0630 1076 Penney 0049 0254 0051 0056 Pentax 0056 Philco 0049 0223 0493 Philips 0095 0049 0632 Pilot 0051 Pioneer 0081 Polk Audio 0095 Profitronic 0254 Proscan 0074 0774 Protec 0086 Pulsar 0053 Quasar 0049 0176 1176 RCA 0074 0056 0049 0062 0254 0774 Radio Shack 0014 1051 Radix 0051 Randex 0051 Realistic 0014 0118 0061 0062 0051 0049 ReplayTV 0628 0630 Runco
4. If your TV has a 16 9 screen on the screen to identify the screen size Your next step is to select the default picture format for your HDTV If your HDTV has a 4 3 aspect ratio go to Selecting Your Picture Format for a 4 3 Screen If your HDTV has a 16 9 aspect ratio go to Selecting Your Picture Format for a 16 9 Screen Choose one of the following options to set the picture format e Press i and then press Exit to end the setup This is the recommended setting for a 4 3 screen Notice that the example fills the entire screen The screen shows the saved settings e Or press QO to choose a custom setup This option provides more customizing options and is intended for more advanced users If you selected you are ready to turn on the set top and start watching TV If you selected see Selecting a Custom Picture Format on page 20 Choose one of the following options to set the picture format Press a This is the recommended setting for a 16 9 screen e Or press O to choose a custom setup This selection provides more customizing options and is intended for more advanced users If you selected A you are ready to turn on the set top and start watching TV If you selected see Selecting a Custom Picture Format on page 20 19 Selecting a Custom Picture Format If you chose option C the Wizard offers 3 Press A to cycle through the picture options for you to select the best
5. Press EXIT to stop recording 5 Press EXIT to return to the TV program 6 Puta blank tape in your VCR 7 Turn off the power to the VCR Note When you set a timer from the on screen guide you are setting a one time only timer for that program See Setting the VCR Timer to Record Future Programs on page 45 for information about setting 7 day weekday only weekend only or single day timers The volume on the set top will automati cally adjust to the maximum level when the recording begins Setting the VCR Timer To Record Future Programs The VCR Timer sets your VCR Com mander Service to record programs at specific days and times Use your remote control to set the channel day start time and stop time of the programs you want to record You can set up to eight timers including the timers set from the on screen guide Important Do not overlap program times when setting up the VCR timer A program that you set to record will not begin recording until the previous VCR timer event has stopped 1 Turn on the power to your set top 2 Press SETTINGS twice while viewing a full screen TV program 3 Press A or to scroll to the Timer VCR New option and then press SELECT Cancelling a Future Recording You can clear or delete a scheduled VCR Timer program from the VCR Timer 1 Turn on the power to your set top 2 Press SETTINGS twice while viewing a full screen TV program 3 Press A or W to scroll
6. S A does not license or warrant such software to you How does state law relate to this warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Disclaimer and Limitation of Remedy ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY NO PERSON AGENT DISTRIBUTOR DEALER OR COMPANY IS AUTHORIZED TO CHANGE MODIFY OR EXTEND THE TERMS OF THESE WARRANTIES INANY MANNER WHATSOEVER SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY MAY LAST SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU IF THE PRODUCT DOES NOT PERFORMAS WARRANTED YOUR SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT IN NO EVENT SHALL S A ORANY DEALER DISTRIBUTOR ORAUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER BE LIABLE FORANY DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE SET TOP THIS LIMITATION APPLIES TO DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO DIRECT OR INDIRECT DAMAGES LOST PROFITS LOST SAVINGS LOST DATA OR OTHER SPECIAL INCIDENTAL EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHETHER FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT TORT OR OTHER WISE OR WHETHER ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT EVEN IF S A OR ANY DEALER DISTRIBUTOR ORAUTHORIZED SERVICE PROVIDER HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR OF ANY CLAIM BY ANY OTHER PARTY SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLU SION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTI
7. This setting enables you to have closed captioning turned on or off while listening to the programming audio a While watching TV press SET TINGS to access the Quick Settings menu b Scroll to Caption Off On c Press to access the options d Scroll through the options and press SELECT to set your choice 4 Scroll through the options and select the recommended sources Std CC1 and Digital 1 Can Change the Way Closed Captioning Looks Yes as long as the closed captioning 3 source supports enhanced text appearance and other attributes If the source does not support these features then the text color and size will not change after making the following adjustments 1 Press SETTINGS twice to access the General Settings menu 2 Scroll to CC Background a Press to access the background shading and color options b Scroll through the options and select your choice How Do Record Closed Captioning With My Programs If the program contains closed caption information it will be recorded by your VCR automatically When the tape is played back turn on the closed captioning feature on your TV to view the captions Note An HD program records to your VCR in SD standard definition format Scroll to CC Characters a Press to access the character shading color and style options b Scroll through the options and select your choice Scroll to CC Options a Press to access the
8. 0053 STS 0056 Samsung 0059 0254 Sanky 0053 0062 Sansui 0055 0493 0014 0081 0223 Sanyo 0061 0118 0254 Scott 0198 0135 0057 0059 Sears 0051 0056 0014 0049 0061 0118 Semp 0059 Sharp 0062 Shintom 0086 Shogun 0254 Singer 0086 Sony 0047 0046 0014 0049 0650 1046 Sylvania 0049 0095 0014 0057 Symphonic 0014 TMK 0254 Tatung 0055 Teac 0014 0055 Technics 0049 0176 Teknika 0014 0049 0051 Thomas 0014 Tivo 0632 0650 Toshiba 0059 0057 Totevision 0051 0254 Unitech 0254 Vector 0059 Video Concepts 0059 Videosonic 0254 Wards 0049 0074 0014 0061 0254 0056 0062 0086 0095 0774 White Westinghouse 0086 0223 XR 1000 0086 0014 0049 Zenith 0053 0014 0047 0223 0493 DVD Codes Brand Code Apex 0686 Denon 0504 Fisher 0684 GE 0536 Gradiente 0665 Hitachi 0587 0678 Hiteker 0686 JVC 0637 0572 Kenwood 0548 Magnavox 0517 0689 Marantz 0553 Mitsubishi 0535 Onkyo 0517 Optimus 0585 Oritron 0665 Panasonic 0504 0646 Philips 0553 0517 Pioneer 0585 0539 0646 Proscan 0536 RCA 0536 0585 Samsung 0587 Sharp 0644 Sony 0547 Technics 0504 Theta Digital 0585 Toshiba 0517 Yamaha 0504 0559 Zenith 0605 0517 31 AUX Codes for the Remote The default code for your TV mode key is 1037 Your AUX mode key can control a CD player receiver amplifier or additional
9. 0053 1322 1532 1323 Thorens 1203 Victor 0088 Wards 0172 Yamaha 0190 1190 Additional Audio Codes These codes allow you to program your remote to control cable radio set top devices Brand Code Jerrold 0473 0534 Scientific Atlanta 0474 Starcom 0473 Amplifier Codes Brand Code GE 0092 Harman Kardon 0906 JVC 0345 Luxman 0179 Soundesign 0092 Marantz 0335 0906 Victor 0345 Nakamichi 0335 Wards 0092 Optimus 0409 Yamaha 0368 Philips 0906 Polk Audio 0906 Realistic 0409 Sansui 0335 Sony 0703 CBL Codes for the Remote The default code for your CBL mode key is 0458 Brand Code General Instrument 0290 0490 0824 Jerrold 0290 0490 0824 Motorola 1120 Panasonic 0121 Pioneer 0547 0891 1891 Scientific Atlanta 0458 0491 0891 1891 33 Setting Up Advanced Features for the Remote This section lists advanced features for your remote None of these features are required If you just want to watch TV see Watching TV on page 22 How Do I Lock My Volume Keys To a Device Note The default setting is to control volume through your TV all the time You can program your VOLUME and MUTE keys to function in one of two ways e To control the volume on a single device all the time e To control the volume on each device depending on the mode key that you press Follow these steps to change the way your VOLUME and MUTE
10. Explorer 3270HD Set Top However these diagrams do not show every possible combination of devices Please consult the user s guides that came with your other devices for further information Some of the cables shown in the diagrams may not be included with your Explorer Set Top 4 Contact your cable service provider and ask them to turn on cable services for your set top Be prepared to give them the serial number from the back panel of your set top You should have written this number down on page 7 of this guide Note If you do not contact your cable service provider your set top will not be able to receive some or all of the available services 5 Wait for the front of your set top to display one of the following Current time e Four dashes Important It may take several minutes for the set top to receive the latest software programming and service information When the front panel displays the time or four dashes the update is complete 6 After the update is complete press POWER to turn on your set top 7 Turn on the power to your HDTV 8 Your next step is to use the Setup Wizard to select your picture size and format Go to Selecting Your Picture Size and Format on page 18 13 What If My HDTV Doesn t Have YPbPr Inputs Most HDTVs include YPbPr connectors for component video inputs and your Explorer 3270HD Set Top includes a YPbPr cable for these inputs If your HDTV has only R
11. HD channel On some channels the setup may be displaying a border either on the right and left sides of the screen or on the top and bottom of the screen 1 Press SETTINGS twice to access the General Settings menu 2 Scroll to Set TV Borders 3 Press to access the Light Med and Dark options 4 Scroll through the options and select the border color of your choice 5 Press A to accept the changes N WARNING Be careful not to display the same fixed images on your HDTV screen for extended periods of time These images such as letterbox bars or side bars bright closed captioning backgrounds station logos or any other stationary images may cause the picture tubes in your HDTV to age unevenly and cause damage to your HDTV Refer to the user s guide that came with your HDTV for more information 21 Watching TV Using the Mode Keys After you set up your Explorer 3270HD Set Top and the front panel displays the current time you can turn on the set top Your remote can operate your set top and your HDTV plus two other devices that you have set up with your remote The mode keys across the top of your remote let you specify the device you want to control e AUX controls a CD player receiver amplifier or other audio devices e VCR controls a VCR or DVD player e TV controls a television e CBL controls your set top Using Basic Control Keys The following keys provide basic control for
12. audio devices Use these codes to choose one of those devices 32 CD Codes Brand Code Aiwa 0171 California Audio Labs0043 Carver 0171 0193 DKK 0014 Denon 0887 Fisher 0193 Genexxa 0046 Harman Kardon 0171 0187 Hitachi 0046 JVC 0086 Kenwood 0042 0840 0051 0640 0695 Krell 0171 Linn 0171 MCS 0043 Magnavox 0171 Marantz 0171 0640 0043 Mission 0171 NSM 0171 Onkyo 0882 Optimus 0046 0193 1077 0014 0051 Panasonic 0043 Philips 0171 0640 Pioneer 0046 1076 1077 Polk Audio 0171 Proton 0171 QED 0171 Quasar 0043 RCA 0046 1076 0193 Realistic 0193 Rotel 0171 SAE 0171 Sansui 0171 Sanyo 0193 Sharp 0051 0875 Sherwood 1081 Sonic Frontiers 0171 Sony 0014 0504 Technics 0043 Victor 0086 Wards 0171 Yamaha 0902 Receiver Codes Brand Code ADC 0545 Aiwa 1419 0172 1103 Capetronic 0545 Carver 1103 1203 Denon 1174 1118 JVC 0088 Kenwood 0041 1041 1327 1583 1584 MCS 0053 Magnavox 1103 0545 1203 Marantz 1203 1103 0053 Onkyo 0149 Optimus 1037 0545 Panasonic 0053 1532 Philips 1103 1203 1283 Pioneer 0545 1037 Proscan 1268 Quasar 0053 RCA 1268 0545 1037 Sansui 1103 Sony 0172 1172 1072 1272 Sunfire 1327 Technics
13. change the high lighted setting Press INFO to learn more about the highlighted setting 23 Closed Captioning All TVs support closed captioning through the RF and baseband inputs When you use the YPrPb ports to connect your set top to How Can Turn Closed Captioning On and Off 1 Press SETTINGS twice to access the General Settings menu 2 Scroll to Audio Volume Ctrl To control the audio volume through the DHCT select the Variable setting This setting enables you to have closed captioning turned on or off while listening to the programming audio or to have closed captioning on while the DHCT audio is muted a While watching TV press SETTINGS to access the Quick Settings menu b Scroll to Caption Off On On with Mute c Press gt to access the options d Scroll through the options and press SELECT to set your choice Note If you choose Variable you should program your remote to control the volume through the set top The default setting is to control the volume through the TV See How Do I Lock My Volume Keys To a Device on page 34 How Do I Choose a Closed Captioning Source 24 is Press SETTINGS twice to access the General Settings menu Scroll to CC Source 3 Press to access the STD standard and digital source options your HDTV the set top controls how you view closed captioning To control the audio volume through the TV select the Fixed setting
14. code for your TV mode key is 0068 28 Brand Code Fisher 0168 AOC 0033 0044 Fujitsu 0193 Admiral 0107 0477 Funai 0194 0185 0193 Aiko 0106 Futuretech 0194 Aiwa 0715 GE 0035 0061 1361 0065 Akai 0044 0192 0465 1161 0107 Alaron 0193 0761 America Action 0194 Gibralter 0031 0033 0044 Ampro 0765 GoldStar 0192 0033 0044 0070 Anam 0194 Gradiente 0070 0067 Audiovox 0106 0194 0465 0637 Grunpy 0193 0194 Baysonic 0194 Hallmark 0192 Belcor 0033 Harley Davidson 0193 Bell amp Howell 0030 0168 Harman Kardon 0068 Bradford 0194 Harvard 0194 Brockwood 0033 Hitachi 0159 0070 0030 Broksonic 0250 0477 Infinity 0068 CXC 0194 Inteq 0031 Candle 0044 0070 JBL 0068 Carnivale 0044 JCB 0014 Carver 0068 JVC 0067 Celebrity 0014 KEC 0194 Cineral 0465 0106 KTV 0194 0044 Citizen 0070 0044 0074 0106 Kenwood 0044 0033 Concerto 0070 Konka 0721 0646 0642 0652 Contec 0194 0717 Craig 0194 LG 0070 Crosley 0068 LXI 0168 0061 0068 0170 Crown 0194 0192 0761 Curtis Mathes 0074 0044 0030 0061 Logik 0030 0065 0068 0070 0107 Luxman 0070 0159 0168 0180 0465 MGA 0164 0033 0044 0192 0761 1161 1361 MTC 0074 0044 0033 0070 Daewoo 0106 0637 0033 0638 Magnavox 0068 0044 0193 1268 0465 Majestic 0030 Daytron 0033 Marant
15. in other packaging you will be required to pay both shipping costs as well as insurance charges S Awill not be liable for set tops lost stolen or damaged in shipment to S Awhen packaged in alternative packaging 5 Ifyou did not provide a credit card number S Awill repair or replace your set top within a reasonable time period after you return it to S A You will be responsible for providing all return documentation described below as well as paying for both shipping and insurance charges Do not include your cabling power cord remote or accessories with your returned set top S Awill not be liable for set tops lost stolen or damaged in shipment to S A 6 You will need to include the following documentation with your returned set top shipment to S A a Your name address and phone number b Proof of purchase from an S A authorized retailer such as a copy of a receipt c A brief description of the problem 7 Foradvance exchanges a Ifyou return your defective set top to S A along with all of the required documentation within 14 days from the date you receive your replacement set top only items not covered under your warranty will be charged to your credit card b _ If your set top is not received by S Awithin 14 days the full retail value of the set top will be charged to your credit card If the unit is subsequently received within 30 days charged amounts will be credited less a 10 handling fee c _ IfS Areceives the set top with
16. indicates the correct power source for this set top Operate this set top only from an electrical outlet that has the voltage and frequency that the label indicates If you are unsure of the type of power supply to your residence consult your cable service provider or your local power company Grounding This set top has a two prong plug Properly ground earth this set top by inserting the plug into a grounded electrical two socket outlet If this plug is polarized it has one wide prong and one narrow prong This plug fits only one way A CAUTION To prevent electric shock match wide blade of plug to the wide slot and then fully insert If you are unable to insert this plug fully into the outlet contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Servicing Do not open the cover of this set top If you open the cover your warranty will be void Refer all servicing to qualified personnel only Damage that Requires Service For damage that requires service unplug this set top from the electrical outlet Refer to the Limited Warranty at the end of this guide if your set top does not operate when plugged into your electrical outlet and connected to the cable television outlet Screen Burn In Warning A WARNING Be careful not to display the same fixed images on your HDTV screen for extended periods of time These images such as letterbox bars or side bars bright closed captioning backgrounds station logos
17. off the power to the VCR e Make sure that the IR Blaster is in front of or within 3 inches of the sensor window on the VCR e Make sure that the VCR timer is properly set See Using the VCR Timer in the Scheduling a VCR Recording section of this guide e Try another VCR code for your VCR brand or enter 0000 See the instruc tions in Setting Up the VCR Com mander Service on page 37 The remote control keys do not function as expected Make sure that you press the appropriate mode key for the device you want to control The VCR Commander Menu option does not appear on the screen Your set top is not authorized for VCR Commander Service or your cable service provider does not offer VCR Commander Service Call your cable service provider After entering your VCR code the VCR will not turn on Try another VCR code for your brand or enter 0000 See the instructions in Setting Up the VCR Commander Service on page 37 You recorded an on screen message blocked barker which states that the channel was not authorized The channel time or rating was blocked after the program was set Verify that Parental Control is turned off before setting this recording 47 LIMITED WARRANTY Explorer 3270HD Set top for the United States Scientific Atlanta Inc s S A s Explorer 3270HD set top enables you to access cable television programming including programs in high definition formatting from yo
18. operate another device you must unlock the CBL mode key If you unlock your CBL mode key and change your CBL code the remote will no longer control your set top 2 Make sure that the device is turned on 3 Press SELECT and a mode key AUX VCR TV or CBL at the same time until the light at the top of the remote blinks twice For example to set up the TV key press SELECT and TV at the same time 4 Enter the code for the device For example if you have a Sony TV enter 0014 5 Point the remote toward the device 6 Press POWER PLAY or CH to test the device 7 Did the device operate correctly e Ifyes this mode key is programmed correctly Write down these numbers on page 7 of this guide You re ready to use the same steps for the other mode keys Ifno repeat these steps using a different code Note If all of the codes listed for your brand of device fail to operate your device properly see What If None Of These Codes Work on page 27 1 Press the SELECT key and the CBL key at the same time until the LED blinks twice 2 Press 996 3 Press CH to unlock the remote Result You can now set up your CBL key with a different cable code What If None Of These Codes Work If none of the codes listed for your device work you can search through the code library for a valid code 1 Turn on the device 2 Press SELECT and a mode key AUX VCR TV or CBL at the same time until
19. or any other stationary images may cause the picture tubes in your HDTV to age unevenly and cause damage to your HDTV Refer to the user s guide that came with your HDTV for more information In This Guide WeelCOME esiccticicceeses recitetics cotsesties svtstuonteceed tavaseedestuts cesshsestssububsooevivadnacnebsuaute docnssetentots 5 Before You Beiter a icin si ee ee E EAE A E E AE EAEN 8 Frequently Asked Questions About HDTV ss sssssseseesisresrerresresresrenresressesseere 10 Back Panel Connector Sss ire s i a a aa a iee 12 Connecting the Explorer 3270HD Set Top ss ssssssessssesrssesreresresresreeresrrssesneerees 13 Selecting Your Picture Size and Format ss essssesssseeseesesresresrerrsresntereresresreene 18 Watchin a TV siscessssasiseveanstessestecsasandvonestsateapvasvsssaavesnsndes EEEE AE EERE EAR ERS 22 Closed Captoing eeen iN A TEE EEE E E EET EEES 24 Programming Your Remote sessies nenien E AEE S 26 TV Codes for the Remote sic nsien i i an eR N E E 28 VCR Codes for the Remote vississisiisscsssccssschesssiscacsssosisosonsssnbsosesessnssusesocoesdstesvsesssstse 30 AUX Codes for the Remote neeesser ei e e e 32 CBL Cod s for the Remote ci csssossscccsstessconssconsvesoccucsosssovoncvevessvovenevadovonsseveveseve seid 33 Setting Up Advanced Features for the Remote ccceesecscsesesesescseeneeeeees 34 Setting Up the VCR Commander Service ss ss s ssessesseesessesresresrisressesreeresresresree re 37 VC
20. or other digital audio device Connect to the DVI input port on your HDTV Contact your cable service provider to determine if this port is supported in your area Attach the IR Blaster cable to use with the optional VCR Commander Service See Setting Up the VCR Commander Service on page 37 Connect an S Video cable to send an S Video signal to your TV or VCR This signal is SDTV but higher quality than other SDTV connections Connect the HDTV Y Pb and Pr component output ports to the HDTV input on your HDTV You must use these ports to provide HDTV signals to your HDTV 10 11 12 13 14 15 AN AVIS JE CHOC FA iaee oan CABLE IN ETI EE BYPASS ON i 12 13 14 15 T10833 Connect an RCA cable to send a digital audio signal to a surround sound receiver or other digital audio device Connect an RCA cable to Video Out and Left Right Audio Out to send analog video and audio signals to a standard TV or VCR This signal is SDTV Connect a coaxial cable to Cable Out to send analog audio and video signals toa TV or VCR These signals are SDTV video with mono audio Connect RCA cables to Audio Out to send analog audio signals left and right to a stereo receiver or a TV with stereo inputs Connect the coaxial cable that delivers the signal from your cable service provider Connect an optional RF Bypass module to your set top This module allows you to view one channel while recordin
21. picture format options Follow the Setup format and size for viewing programs on Wizard directions to save the format your HDTV that looks best on your HDTV If your 1 Press a to acknowledge that the HDTV does not support one of the format options you will see a black HDTV monitor is in Normal display mode Press A to start the Picture Scan setup screen After you cycle through all of the picture options press EXIT twice and then press POWER The set top turns on and you are ready to watch TV View HD and Non HD Channels on a 4 3 Screen Some channels are high definition HD and some are not To maximize viewing of non HD channels you can toggle between an HD scan rate either 1080i or 720p and a standard definition scan rate either 4801 or 480p 1 Press SETTINGS to access the Quick Settings menu 2 Scroll to Picture Format 3 Press lt or gt to view the scan rates selected during the setup process Then select the picture format of your choice Either 480i or 480p fills the screen 20 Change Border Color View HD and Non HD Channels on a 16 9 Screen Some channels are high definition HD and some are not To optimize viewing of non HD channels you can stretch or zoom the size of the picture through the set top Press CBL once on your remote and then use the key to toggle between Normal Stretch and Zoom settings Scientific Atlanta Tune to an HD channel then to a non
22. static duster to clean this device Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Do not expose this set top to liquid or moisture Do not place this set top on a wet surface Do not spill liquids on or near this set top Accessories Do not use accessories with this set top unless recommended by Scientific Atlanta Overloading Do not overload electrical outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock For equipment that requires battery power or other sources to operate refer to the operating instructions for that equipment Lightning and Power Surges Ground earth your cable system to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Plug your set top into a surge protector to reduce the risk of damage from lightning strikes and power surges If you have questions call your cable service provider Power Cord Protection Arrange all power cords so that people cannot walk on the cords place objects on the cords or place objects against the cords which can damage the cords Give particular attention to the cords at the point at which the cord connects to the plug at electrical outlets and at the places where the cords exit the set top Power Sources A label on this set top
23. the light blinks twice For example to search for a TV code press SELECT and TV at the same time 3 Using the keypad on the remote press 9 9 1 The light blinks once 4 Point the remote toward the device and press POWER What Code Did Find You can find out which codes are pro grammed into your remote by using the following procedure 1 Press SELECT and a mode key AUX VCR TV or CBL at the same time until the light blinks twice 2 Using the keypad on the remote press 9 9 0 The light blinks twice 3 Press 1 then count the light blinks The number of light blinks indicates the first digit in the code For example four blinks indicates the first digit in the code is 4 If the light does not blink the digit is 0 Did the device turn off e Ifno press A to go to the next code and then press POWER to try again Ifyes press SELECT to confirm the code Note Each code library contains the following number of codes e TV 51 codes e VCR 56 codes e AUX 57 codes e CBL 10 codes Press 2 then count the light blinks The number of blinks indicates the second digit in the code Press 3 then count the light blinks The number of blinks indicates the third digit in the code Press 4 then count the light blinks The number of blinks indicates the fourth digit in the code Write down your codes on page 7 of this guide 27 TV Codes for the Remote The default
24. the program To view more detailed information about the highlighted program press INFO Changing Your Set Top Settings The Explorer 3270HD Set Top offers two menus of settings that you can use to configure your set top features based on your preferences The Quick Settings menu gives you quick access to some of the more commonly used settings such as parental control favorite channel lists and sleep timers A The General Settings menu gives you access to all of the quick settings plus more advanced settings such as on screen languages and Personal Identification Numbers PINs To view the highlighted program press SELECT If you select a program that is scheduled to occur in the future the set top sets a timer to record the program automatically You must have the IR Blaster installed to use this option See Setting Up the VCR Commander Service on page 37 The a keys provide additional functions that vary based on the current on screen guide screen For example in many screens you can use the key to change the sort order of programs in the guide The on screen guide screen displays the functions that are assigned to each of these keys Press SETTINGS once to view the Quick Settings menu Press SET TINGS again to view the General settings menu Press SETTINGS a third time to hide both settings menus Use the arrow keys to scroll through the settings options Press SELECT to
25. to choose the way you want to view standard width program ming on your wide screen TV See Selecting Your Picture Size and Format on page 18 What are the Differences Between Standard TVs and HDTVs e An HDTV is 1 3 wider than a tradi tional TV The HDTV aspect ratio is usually 16 9 compared to 4 3 for SDTV e HDTV uses a much finer resolution to create the TV picture up to 1125 lines for HDTV as compared with 525 lines used in SDTV This means that the resolution for HDTV can be up to 1920x1080 pixels as compared with 720x480 pixels for SDTV Normal In the USA HDTV is always broadcast with digital signals SDTV is currently broadcast in both digital and analog However HDTV and digital SDTV do not use the same digital signal Generally all HDTV ready monitors or integrated HDTV sets are capable of supporting an SDTV 480i or 480p signal Not all HDTV monitors support both 720p and 1080i HDTV signals For instance some plasma displays only support 720p 11 Back Panel Connectors 12 QIU AM N 000384287797 AIAN LT MU N U SABDOXTL N0008248818 OPTICAL IR Connect to a 1394 equipped HDTV or consumer peripheral Contact your cable service provider to determine if this port is supported in your area Record your serial number and MAC address shown from this label on page 7 of this guide for future reference Connect an optical cable to send a digital audio signal to a surround sound receiver
26. turned on 2 Press SETTINGS once while viewing a full screen TV program 3 Press A or to scroll to the Start Recording Now option 4 Press SELECT to set up the recording process A screen appears with instructions for selecting the Input option of your VCR Recording Future Programs Using the On Screen Guide 44 You can program your VCR to record future TV programs directly from the on screen guide You can select up to eight programs to record 1 Turn on the power to your set top and TV 2 Press GUIDE The on screen guide appears 3 Press the arrow keys to locate and highlight the future program you want to record and then press SELECT 4 Press A or F to scroll to Seta VCR Timer for and then press SELECT to set the timer The programs that you have selected to record now appear in red and the red REC icon indicates that a VCR timer is set select You can record the program you are currently watching or you can schedule to record a future program from the on screen guide or by setting a timer 5 Puta blank tape in your VCR 6 Turn off the power to your VCR 7 Press SELECT to start recording the program The set top displays rEc which indicates that recording is in process Note Most of the keys on the remote control will not function while recording is in process This ensures that the recording will not be inter rupted accidentally even if you turn off the power to the set top 8
27. which lets you easily set your VCR to record a program that you are watching To start enjoying your advanced television picture first read the important information contained in this user s guide It is filled with information that will allow you to enjoy your Explorer 3270HD Set Top immediately Once you ve read the user s guide and connected your Explorer 3270 Set Top call your cable service provider To activate your service you must provide them with the serial number of your set top You can locate this number on the back of your set top or on the outside carton label This number is very important so jot it down with the other information requested on page 7 Contents What s In The Carton The Explorer 3270HD Set Top carton contains the following items AllTouch 2400 Remote Control including batteries IR Blaster for use with the 10 ft YPbPr component video cable VCR Commander Service F Explorer 3270HD Seme High Definition Digital Interactive Set Top User s Guide E sped Ang the 10 ft audio video cable exp ico tential A NF television e user s guide e 10 ft audio cable warranty card power cord Contact your cable service provider to see if this service is available in your area Where s the Serial Number and MAC Address Your serial number and MAC address are located on a label on the back of your se
28. your set top and TV To tum your set top on press TV and then POWER on the remote control e To change the channel use CH and CH on the remote control and begin watching TV Press the POWER button on the front of the set top to turn it on If you prefer you can set up some of these mode keys to operate other devices For example you can set up your AUX key to operate a second VCR See Setting Up Advanced Features for the Remote earlier in this guide Note Some of the remote keys may be disabled in various modes For example Play Fast Forward and Rewind do not function in TV mode To adjust the volume use VOL and VOL on the remote control To view more information about the current program press INFO To toggle between normal zoom and stretch modes while watching an SDTV source press 22 Using the On Screen Guide Your set top may provide an on screen program guide that organizes programs and events into listings by channel theme or title Your cable service provider should offer a user s guide for this service if the on screen guide is available in your area The current channel continues to display in the upper right corner of the on screen guide The upper left corner displays information about the highlighted program e To view or hide the on screen guide press GUIDE e To view information about a program use the arrow keys on the remote A V lt P to highlight
29. 0081 0072 0083 0176 0176 0254 0282 0313 0182 0581 0583 0551 0553 0560 0561 Portland 0034 0534 0562 0618 0651 0718 Profitronic 0254 0754 0854 0751 0754 0851 0854 Proscan 0069 0074 0216 Minolta 0056 0119 0058 0556 Protec 0086 0586 0558 Pulsar 0053 0065 0553 Mitsubishi 0081 0083 0062 0057 Quarter 0060 0560 0075 0089 0187 0228 Quartz 0060 0169 0560 0669 0256 0457 0557 0562 Quasar 0049 0091 0176 0581 0583 0657 0687 RCA 0062 0049 0056 0058 Motorola 0062 0049 0562 0069 0074 0079 0091 Multitech 0014 0086 0586 0119 0120 0163 0216 NAD 0072 0254 0291 0467 0556 0558 0562 0754 0854 Radio Shack 0014 0051 0551 0651 TMK 0050 0222 0254 0754 0751 0851 0854 Radix 0051 0551 0651 0751 Tatung 0055 0555 0655 0755 0851 Teac 0014 0055 0555 0655 Randex 0051 0551 0651 0751 0755 0851 Technics 0049 0176 0260 Realistic 0060 0062 0014 0049 Teknika 0014 0049 0051 0066 0051 0061 0076 0080 0551 0651 0751 0851 0118 0551 0560 0561 Thomas 0014 0562 0618 0651 0718 Toshiba 0057 0059 0071 0080 0751 0851 0224 0226 0380 0557 Ricoh 0048 0267 0548 0559 0657 Runco 0053 0553 Totevision 0051 0254 0551 0651 STS 0056 0058 0556 0558 0751 0754 0851 0854 Salora 0089 Unitech 0254 0754 0854 Samsung 0067 0059 0065 0254 Vect
30. 0761 1061 1461 Toshiba 0170 0074 0168 1270 Radio Shack 0194 0044 0192 0168 Vector Research 0044 0033 0061 0070 0761 Victor 0067 Realistic 0194 0168 0044 0192 Vidikron 0068 0033 0070 Vidtech 0033 0192 Runco 0617 0031 0044 Wards 0068 0192 0030 0125 SSS 0033 0194 0033 0035 0044 0070 Sampo 0044 0193 Samsung 0074 0033 0192 0044 White Westinghouse 0638 0637 0477 0070 Yamaha 0033 0044 Sansei 0465 Zenith 0031 0638 0030 0106 Sansui 0477 0477 Sanyo 0168 Scimitsu 0033 Scotch 0192 29 VCR Codes for the Remote The default code for your VCR mode key is 0095 Your VCR mode key can control a VCR or a DVD player Use these codes to choose one of those devices 30 VCR Codes Brand Code Admiral 0062 0223 Adventura 0014 Aiwa 0014 0051 Akai 0055 American High 0049 Asha 0254 Audiovox 0051 Beaumark 0254 Bell amp Howell 0118 Broksonic 0135 0198 0223 0493 CCE 0086 Calix 0051 Canon 0049 Carver 0095 Citizen 0051 Colt 0086 Craig 0051 0086 0061 0254 Curtis Mathes 0049 0055 0074 0176 0774 Cybernex 0254 Daewoo 0059 Denon 0056 Dynatech 0014 Electrohome 0051 Electrophonic 0051 Emerex 0046 Emerson 0198 0223 0135 0493 0014 0051 0057
31. AL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY IS GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF GEORGIA EXCLUDING ITS CONFLICT OF LAWS RULES SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA INC 5030 Sugarloaf Parkway Lawrenceville Georgia 30044 USA Toll Free Phone number 1 866 212 2141 49 United States FCC Compliance This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the applicable limits of Part 15 of FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio or TV reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on The user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult your cable company or an experienced radio TV technician for help Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Scientific Atlanta could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Important The information shown in the FCC Declara tion of Conformity paragraph below is a requirement of the FCC and is intended to supply you with informat
32. BE ATTACHED N TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER THE AIR BROADCAST SIGNALS CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE ANY OTHER FASHION MAY CAUSE aaae OE E RMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO UMUNICATIONS AND IS IN VIOLATION M HE FCC RULES PART 15 8 r 1394 Cable Input U 4 PR PhB YIG ANTENNA of A O amp x E ANTENNA So gt T10583 15 To Connect the Set Top to an HDTV and VCR 16 Standard VCRs can record and play back SDTV programming but they cannot record HDTV content Explorer 3270HD Set Top SINE CAN 0 uy 7 Scientific ehi Atamai A CAUTION A YN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC FA ELECTRIQUE NEPAS OUVRIR AUDIO OUT a oe ae CJ iaon conse HE FCC RULES PART 15 BYPASS LON i Cable Input 1394 1394 v3 PR PWB YIG r b S VIDEO ANTENNA 0 8 l5 A LEFT OUT IN our an 0 ANTENNA EA A z B ff OX VIDEO er 7 L R O VIDEO AUDIQ ouT y fpr T10584 To Connect the Set Top to an HDTV VCR and Home Theater Receiver Explorer 3270HD Set Top VIAN I 000354287797 QUAM TAL SABDOXTL N0006246818 7 AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR r ID Ke THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED CABLE IN TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO RECEIVE OVER T
33. Capehart 0034 0534 Carver 0095 0160 Cineral 0292 0792 Citizen 0051 0292 0551 0651 0751 0792 0851 Colt 0086 0586 Craig 0051 0061 0086 0254 0285 0551 0561 0586 0651 0751 0754 0851 0854 Curtis Mathes 0049 0055 0069 0074 0176 0555 0655 0755 Cybernex 0065 0254 0754 0854 VCR Commander Service Codes Daewoo 0034 0031 0059 0101 0292 0534 0559 0792 Daytron 0034 0534 Denon 0056 0058 0556 0558 Dynatech 0014 Electrohome 0051 0551 0651 0751 0851 Electrophonic 0051 0551 0651 0751 0851 Emerex 0046 0546 Emerson 0014 0016 0050 0051 0057 0075 0082 0102 0135 0198 0222 0223 0225 0226 0292 0308 0309 0375 0493 0516 0524 0551 0557 0635 0651 0657 0698 0723 0751 0792 0824 0851 0893 Fisher 0061 0068 0080 0118 0561 0618 0718 Fuji 0047 0049 0547 Funai 0014 GE 0062 0049 0069 0074 0079 0216 0254 0562 0754 0854 Garrard 0014 Go Video 0246 0293 0364 0446 0540 GoldStar 0032 0051 0052 0494 0551 0651 0751 0851 0894 Gradiente 0014 0022 0422 0522 Grundig 0209 HI Q 0061 0561 Harley Davidson 0014 Harman Kardon 0052 0089 Harwood 0082 0086 0586 Headquarter 0060 0560 Hitachi 0014 0055 0056 0058 0079 0096 0119 0180 0249 0306 0555 0556 0558 0596 0655 0755 41 42
34. GB inputs you need a connection converter Check with How Do Set Up Stereo Sound 14 To hear stereo sound you must do one of the following e Connect audio cables from the AUDIO OUT LEFT and RIGHT connectors on the set top to the AUDIO IN LEFT and RIGHT connectors on your HDTV stereo receiver or home theater e Connect an RCA cable from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT on your set top to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN on your HDTV if equipped stereo receiver or home theater the store where you purchased your set top or order one from www sciatl com Your set top will not display an HDTV signal correctly on an SDTV even if the TV includes YPbPr inputs In addition you may also connect an S Video cable from the S VIDEO OUT connector on the set top to the S VIDEO connector on the HDTV or VCR How ever the S Video connection does not supply audio You must also use audio cables with the S Video cable If you connect the set top to your HDTV using only the coaxial cable at the CABLE OUT connection your HDTV will not receive stereo sound from your set top Note S Video and coaxial cables only deliver SDTV programming They do not deliver HDTV programming To Connect the Set Top to an HDTV Using YPbPr Cables and SDTV Video Cables Explorer 3270HD Set Top TITAN N N N 000384287757 LULA O M N ABDOXTL N0006246618 AUDIO OUT Scientific Attar nta AREA T THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO
35. H E Ed ADCAST NALS CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE NY OTHER FASHION MAY CAUSE IFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO UNICATIONS AND IS IN VIOLATION 15 HDTV Cable Input Back of Home Theater Receiver DIGITAL VIDEO AUDIO IN2 T R 00 VIDEO AUDIO FROMVCR FROMVCR DIGITAL VIDEO AUDIO IO N1 N1 AD IN2 AD a AA A O Ae apa5 O O AUDIO MONITOR TV RECORD RECORD B E 5 B IN3 e 4 OUT PRR Auno if il ww Back rrr TIT OJo VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO vc R IN IN OUT OUT YIG LEFT OUT IN e T10586 17 Selecting Your Picture Size and Format One main difference between SDTV and HDTV is the width of the screen HDTVs usually have a wider aspect ratio than SDTVs The aspect ratio of a television screen is the ratio of its width to its height The standard television screen is 4 units wide for every 3 units tall so its aspect ratio is 4 x 3 or 4 3 However many HDTVs have an aspect ratio of 16 9 meaning that the screen is 16 units wide for ever 9 units tall In addition HDTVs can display a higher resolution than SDTVs This resolution is identified by the number of display lines on the screen For example 1080i means that the screen shows 1080 lines in interlaced Standard Screen HDTV 4 3 Aspect Ratio What if Don t See Anything 18 Your set top can provide video
36. R Commander Service Codes ss sssssessesseesisesresserrisrtsrestetesresnenrenresresresrerre 41 Scheduling a VCR Recording es ssesseessesissesresriressesretiesrsrtsnentinrenrsntrienesresneere 44 Troubleshooting sissies sisvssit en saseeaivin debsste apsthvavcvevasaseccvandeodseonatovesevevey E E E 46 Warranty eona ee re e i i Ae E aah R 48 FCO COMPA e wea et ataa ae els A naa Ee feet leo EEES SS 50 E aTe ES E E E AEE E EE EEE E A 51 Welcome Congratulations You are now the owner of one of the most advanced set top boxes on the market Scientific Atlanta s Explorer 3270HD Set Top represents the latest in technical innovation allowing you the ability to view cable television programming for high definition television HDTV as well as standard definition television SDTV in both analog and digital formats The Explorer 3270HD Set Top also provides you with the ability to experience the latest television offerings including video on demand VOD if available from your cable service provider Just ask your cable service provider if these exciting services are available in your area In addition your 3270HD Set Top offers the following features an on screen program guide which lets you browse programming information by program title time or theme e enhanced Parental Control features which let you restrict programming based on rating channel time or individual programs e the VCR Commander Service
37. Standard Screen HDTV 4 3 Aspect Ratio Frequently Asked Questions About HDTV Are Local TV Stations Broadcasting in HDTV standard definition channels Most stations however once they begin broadcasting in digital are offering HD content from their parent station that is CBS ABC NBC Fox WB UPN or PBS Progressive and interlaced format describe the technique that your HDTV uses to paint the picture on the screen Inter laced format updates half of the lines on the screen with every new video frame In one frame an interlaced screen will update all of the odd numbered lines on the screen In the next frame it updates all of the even numbered lines By contrast progressive format updates each line on the screen every time the frame changes Your set top can display the following formats e 1080 lines interlaced 10801 720 lines progressive 720p 480 lines progressive 480p 480 lines interlaced 4801 Wide Screen HDTV 16 9 Aspect Ratio Why are some HDTVs 4 3 Aspect Ratio and Others are 16 9 The aspect ratios differ because the television industry manufactures both standard and wide screen HDTVs to appeal to consumer viewing preferences Wide screen TVs differ in the way that they display standard screen programming You can view the program in pillarbox format surrounded by blank bars or you can stretch or zoom the picture to fill your HDTV screen Your set top allows you
38. V Scientific Atlanta Explorer 3270HD High Definition Digital Interactive Set Top User s Guide IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION Note to CATV System Installer USA Canada Only This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC Section 54 Part of the Canadian Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the CATV cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical This symbol is intended to alert you that uninsulated voltage within this product may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock Therefore it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product Read and Retain These Instructions e Read all of the instructions before you operate this set top Give particular attention to all safety precautions Retain the instructions for future reference e Comply with all warning and caution statements in the instructions Observe all warning and caution symbols that are affixed to this set top e Comply with all instructions that accompany this set top Placement Place this set top in a location that is close enough to an electrical outlet to accommodate the length of the power cord Place this set top on a stable surface The surface must support the size and weight of this set top
39. e provider may offer a VCR Commander Service This service gives you a quick and easy way to record the program you are currently watching or any program in the future Your set top includes a device called an IR Blaster which enables your set top to control your VCR Attaching the IR Blaster Cable Connector to Your Set Top A WARNING Electric shock hazard Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables To use the VCR Commander service e Your cable service provider must offer the service You must attach the IR Blaster included to your set top and set up your set top to recognize your VCR To attach the IR Blaster cable to your set top follow these steps 1 Make sure that the set top is not connected to the AC power outlet 2 Locate the port labeled IR on the back of the set top 3 Plug the cable connector into the IR port 4 Reconnect the set top to the AC power outlet FANT 0 DON E UOLO T 0003B4287797 AN SABDQXTL N0006246618 Scientific Z Rilana 1394 1394 Cable Connector OPTICAL AUDIO UT lt q IR Blaster 110834 37 Attaching the IR Blaster to Your VCR 1 Refer to your VCR user s guide to locate the IR sensor window The IR sensor is where the VCR receives the remote control signal Remove the covering on the adhesive strip from the loop tape which is a
40. e to or loss of any programs or data or the costs of recovering such programs or data Repairs that do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty Costs for the removal installation and or re installation of any equipment on a customer s premise Accessories not originally included with the Explorer 3270HD set top Units or parts which have been lost or discarded by you Batteries for remote control units Loss of programming Aset top that does not work with your local cable operator s network Any other cause outside of normal usage parameters What additional provisions should be aware of Because it is impossible for us to know the purposes for which you acquired this set top or the uses to which you will put this set top you assume full responsibility for the selection of the set top and for its installation and use While every reasonable effort has been made to ensure that you will receive a set top that you can use and enjoy S A does not warrant that the functions of the set top will meet your requirements or that the operation of the set top will be uninterrupted or error free Neither S A or your cable operator are responsible for problems caused by changes in the operating characteristics of the software you are using or for any problems in the interaction of the set top with any other software or hardware including your TV Your local cable company may download software onto your set top
41. er eClub on the Internet at the following web address www scientificatlanta com explorerclub Before You Begin Read the IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION section of this guide Locate the serial number for your set top which is on a bar code on the back panel of the set top You will need this serial number to activate service with your cable service provider and to join the Explorer eClub Also if your system requires troubleshooting in the future your cable service provider or Scientific Atlanta may ask for the serial number If you plug the set top 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 set top will not receive the latest programming updates Keep the top of the set top free of all objects and electronic devices including your TV It is recommended that you connect a surge protector to your cable equipment and electronic devices Installing Batteries In Your Remote Your universal remote control remote is configured from the factory to control your set top In addition you can program your remote to control most TV and VCR models as well as various additional devices Your remote requires two AA batteries included Alkaline batteries are recom mended Use the following procedure to install the batteries CAUTION Make sure you correctly align the positi
42. g another Contact your cable service provider to see if this service is available Connect the power cord for another device to deliver power to that device Connect the power cord provided to deliver power to the set top Now that you ve unpacked the Explorer 3270HD Set Top from its carton you re ready to connect it to your HDTV and other electronic devices The diagrams on the following pages show examples of common ways to connect your set top to your HDTV VCR and home theater receiver To Connect The Set Top Be sure to follow all of these steps If you do not do so your set top will not be authorized to receive digital services JN WARNING Electric shock hazard Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables 1 Unplug all electronic devices before connecting the set top 2 Connect the set top to your HDTV VCR and other devices as shown in the diagrams on pages 15 through 17 These diagrams do not cover every possible wiring combination Important These cables are color coded Make sure that you connect them to the proper ports on each device e Make note of the video input on the set top where you connected the YPbPr cables For example Component 1 You will need to know this port when you use the Setup Wizard later in this guide 3 Plug the set top and the HDTV into an AC power source but do not turn on your set top or HDTV yet Connecting the
43. g the current program 44 remote additional audio codes 32 amplifier codes 32 AUX codes 32 CBL codes 33 CD codes 32 DVD codes 31 mode keys 22 receiver codes 32 troubleshooting 47 TV codes 28 VCR codes 30 S selecting your picture size and format 18 serial number 7 settings changing 23 T timers See changing your settings troubleshooting 46 remote 47 VCR Commander Service 47 TV codes 28 V VCR codes for remote control 30 for VCR Commander Service 41 VCR Commander Service 47 cancelling a future recording 45 entering your VCR code 39 record the current program 44 recording a program from the on screen guide 44 scheduling a recording 44 searching for your VCR code 40 setting up 37 testing 40 WwW warranty 48 51 AllTouch AT2400 Quick Reference Guide Set Auxiliary VCR TV Cable modes Power on and off L Display cable Settings POWER Display Guide Sy Navigate through on screen Select the current option options with the arrows Exit settings menu guide View Next or Previous screen View Favorite channels Mute the sound Return to Last channel viewed View Information about selected program or General Settings option Adjust Volume Channel up and down Select A B C on screen options Access channel numbers Normal Stretch Zoom modes Rewind Play VCR and VOD Fast Forward VCR and VOD Pause Stop VCR and VOD Record VCR Scientific Atlanta 2003 Scientific A
44. iliary device e Press CBL to turn on the set top followed by the TV the VCR and the auxiliary device Press POWER to control all devices individually This is the default setting Can Put It All Back the Way I Got It Yes you can To reset all of the advanced features to the default settings except the codes you have programmed TV VCR AUX and CBL and any mode keys that you may have reassigned follow these steps The light blinks twice to indicate that the change was accepted If your remote is set to control power on more than one device the remote always defaults to CBL mode after you turn the devices on or off Also if you press POWER within three seconds of pressing any mode key VCR TV AUX or CBL the POWER key only affects the associated device For example if you press the VCR key and then press the POWER key within three seconds the remote control only turns on the VCR regardless of the power control setting Note Your cable service provider will send nightly programming updates to your set top such as program guide information You should leave your set top on at all times so that it can receive these updates 1 Press SELECT and CBL at the same time until the light blinks twice 2 Using the keypad press 9 8 0 The light blinks four times That s it All of the advanced features have been reset to their factory defaults Setting Up the VCR Commander Service Your cable servic
45. ind 2 Press SETTINGS twice to display the the code choice s for your brand of General Settings menu VCR that you will use in step 11 3 Press A or to scroll to the Set VCR 11 Enter the code for your brand of VCR Commander preference then and then press SELECT press SELECT Notes Note Ifthe menu does not display the e Ifmore than one code is available for VCR Commander option contact your your brand of VCR use the first code cable service provider to see if this listed service is available in your area Ifyou enter an incorrect number 4 Press A or to scroll to Setup and press a and then reenter the code then press SELECT 12 Wait for the test process to complete 5 Scroll to VCR Input and then press and the power to your VCR to turn on SELECT 13 Did the power to your VCR turn on 6 Your VCR is connected to your set top Ifyes press A by one of the following cable types Locate your cable type in this step and follow the instructions For RF coaxial cable choose Channel 3 4 and then press SELECT e For RCA jacks choose Audio Video and then press SELECT e For S Video SVHS choose S Video and then press SELECT Ifno choose one of the following options If there are additional code choices for your brand of VCR press Ej and repeat steps 9 through 12 using the next code in your list of choices If there are no additional code choices for your brand of VCR go
46. ion regarding the FCC approval of this device The phone numbers listed are for FCC related questions only and not intended for questions regarding the connection or operation for this device Please contact your cable service provider for any questions you may have regarding the operation or installation of this device FCC Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 the device may not cause harmful interference and 2 the device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation EXPLORER Digital Interactive Set Top model Model 3270HD Manufactured by Scientific Atlanta Inc 5030 Sugarloaf Parkway Lawrenceville Georgia 30042 USA Telephone 770 236 1077 50 Canada EMI Regulation This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regula tions Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouilleur du Canada Software and Firmware Use Scientific Atlanta Inc owns copyrights to the software included in your set top and furnishes the software to your cable service provider under a license agreement You may only use or copy this software in accordance with the terms of your cable service provider Scientific Atlanta Inc owns copyrights to the firmware in this equipment You may on
47. keys function 1 Turn on the appropriate device 2 Press SETTINGS to access the General Settings on screen menu and verify that the Audio Volume Control setting is set to Variable Can Program My Mode Keys to Control Other Devices 34 Yes you can program the TV VCR and AUX mode keys on your remote to control other devices For example you can program the AUX mode key to control a second VCR device such as a DVD player 1 Turn on the device 2 Press SELECT and CBL at the same time until the light blinks twice 3 Using the remote control keypad press 9 9 2 The mode keys blink twice 4 Press the mode key that identifies the kind of the device you want to control and then press the mode key that you 3 Press SELECT and the appropriate mode key AUX VCR TV or CBL at the same time until the light blinks twice 4 Using the keypad on the remote press 9 9 3 The light blinks twice 5 Do you want the VOLUME and MUTE keys to operate a single device all the time e Ifyes press the mode key for the device that you want to control the volume Ifno press VOL to control the volume through various devices based on the mode key 6 Point the remote toward the device and confirm that VOLUME and MUTE function as expected want to change For example to program the AUX key to operate a second VCR device press VCR and then AUX If you want to reassign a key to its original mode you mus
48. lowing conditions No picture If your system includes a VCR or stereo verify that you have properly connected them to the set top e Verify that the set top Power light is on and the Bypass light is off e Your HDTV may not support the screen resolution you have selected Go to What if I Don t See Anything on page 18 for more information If you believe that your equipment needs repair or replacement call Scientific Atlanta at 1 866 212 2141 No color e Verify that the current TV program is broadcast in color e Adjust the TV color controls No sound If your setup includes a VCR or stereo verify that you have properly connected them to the set top e Verify that the volume is turned up e Verify that the Bypass feature is disabled The TV screen displays a message indicating that the set top is automati cally updating its software Wait for the time to display on the front panel of your set top before continuing with the installation process When the front panel displays the time the update is complete Questions about Your Remote Control The light flashes twice whenever you press a key The batteries are weak and should be replaced Use two AA alkaline batteries Questions about Your VCR Commander Service The VCR Commander Service does not turn on the power to the VCR for the scheduled recording or did not begin recording e Make sure that there is a blank tape in the VCR Turn
49. ly use the firmware in the equipment in which it is provided Any reproduction or distribution of this firmware or any portion of it without the express written consent of Scientific Atlanta Inc is prohibited Trademarks Explorer Scientific Atlanta and the Scientific Atlanta logo are registered trademarks of Scientific Atlanta Inc VCR Commander and Bringing the Interactive Experi ence Home are trademarks of Scientific Atlanta Inc A additional audio codes 32 advanced features 34 amplifier codes 32 AUX codes 32 C cancelling a future recording 45 CBL codes 33 CD codes 32 changing your settings 23 codes additional audio 32 amplifier 32 AUX 32 CBL 33 CD 32 DVD 31 receiver 32 TV 28 VCR 30 connecting your set top 12 connections back panel 12 D DVD codes 31 Explorer 3170HD Set Top using 22 Explorer eClub 7 F favorite channel list See changing your settings IR Blaster attaching to the set top 37 attaching to the VCR 38 testing 40 L languages See changing your settings M MAC address 7 mode keys using 22 O on screen guide 23 selecting a program to record 44 P parental control See changing your settings Personal Identification Numbers See changing your settings picture format selecting 18 picture size selecting 18 PIN See changing your settings program guide 23 R receiver codes 32 recording cancelling a recording 45 scheduling 44 recordin
50. nger How do you obtain warranty service 1 _ First call your cable operator to verify the problem exists with your set top and not with your cable operator s network or your in home wiring Most service related problems are due to network related issues and not the set top 2 Once your cable operator has verified that a problem exists with the set top call Scientific Atlanta at the phone number listed below to get a Return Material Authorization RMA number 3 You will be asked to provide the following information a Your name address and phone number b Your set top model and serial number Your warranty is void if the model and or serial number tag is missing altered defaced or otherwise rendered illegible c Your set top purchase date You will be required to include a copy of a valid proof of purchase from an S A authorized retailer with your returned set top d A brief description of the problem e Ifyou wantan immediate replacement set top then provide a Discover MasterCard or Visa credit card number and expiration date Your credit card will not be charged unless certain conditions are met as described below 4 Ifyou provided a credit card number S A will ship a replacement set top to you less cabling power cord remote and accessories as an advance exchange Return shipping instructions will be included in your replacement set top carton along with your RMA number If you choose to ship the set top back to S A
51. oes not contain additional code choices for your A Did the VCR begin recording brand of VCR return to Searching If yes the VCR Commander Service for Your VCR Code setup is complete Press SELECT to return to the General Settings menu or press EXIT to return to watching 5 Wait for the test process to complete and the power to your VCR to turn on TV or go to Scheduling a VCR 6 Did the power to your VCR turn on Recording to select a program to e If yes press A and return to record Scheduling a VCR Recording on page 44 Ifno contact your cable service provider for help 40 Find the code for your brand of VCR and use this code in the Setting Up the VCR Commander Service section Start with the first code in the list and continue through the choices The most common codes are listed first VCR Brand Name Code Action 0331 Admiral 0062 0562 Advantz 0370 Adventura 0014 Aiko 0292 0792 Aiwa 0014 0051 0420 0450 0482 0551 0651 0751 0851 Akai 0067 0055 0063 0075 0120 0170 0256 0555 0655 0755 American High 0049 Asha 0254 0754 0854 Audiovox 0051 0551 0651 0751 0851 Beaumark 0254 0754 0854 Bell amp Howell 0118 0618 0718 Broksonic 0016 0135 0198 0223 0225 009 0375 0493 0516 0635 0698 0723 0893 CCE 0086 0292 0586 0792 Calix 0051 0551 0651 0751 0851 Canon 0049 0116 0181
52. olution e Press Vol to set 1080i resolution The front panel displays the resolution you selected followed by SEt You have now set the resolution for your set top and you should be able to view programming on your HDTV Choosing Your Video Input l 2 3 Verify the set top is plugged in and turned ON Turn ON the HDTV Press the INPUT or TV VIDEO key on the HDTV remote or on the HDTV and scroll to the video input you chose for the connection For example Component 1 Selecting Your Picture Format for a 4 3 Screen Use these steps if your HDTV has an aspect ratio of 4 3 l 2 Turn off the set top Press the INFO and GUIDE keys on the front panel of the set top simulta neously to access the Setup Wizard through the set top Press A when you see This is the Y Pb Pr output on the Output Selection Screen to identify the set top HDTV connection Press a when you see If your TV has a standard 4 3 screen on the screen to identify the screen size Selecting Your Picture Format for a 16 9 Screen Use these steps if your HDTV has an aspect ratio of 16 9 l 2 Turn off the set top Press the INFO and GUIDE keys on the front panel of the set top simulta neously to access the Setup Wizard through the set top Press when you see This is the Y Pb Pr output on the Output Selection Screen to identify the set top HDTV connection Press J when you see
53. or 0059 0559 0559 0754 0854 Vector Research 0052 0054 Sanky 0062 0053 0553 0562 Video Concepts 0054 0059 0075 0235 Sansui 0081 0083 0014 0055 0559 0096 0285 0493 0555 Videosonic 0254 0754 0854 0581 0583 0596 0655 Wards 0062 0014 0049 0056 0755 0893 0058 0061 0069 0074 Sanyo 0060 0061 0118 0254 0076 0086 0095 0163 0282 0386 0560 0561 0175 0226 0254 0556 0618 0718 0754 0854 0558 0561 0562 0586 Scott 0057 0059 0135 0198 0754 0854 0224 0225 0226 0559 White Westinghouse 0292 0792 0635 0698 XR 1000 0014 0049 0086 0586 Sears 0060 0014 0049 0051 Yamaha 0052 0056 0058 0061 0068 Zenith 0048 0047 0014 0053 0071 0080 0118 0119 0547 0548 0553 0551 0556 0557 0558 0560 0561 0618 0651 0657 0718 0751 0851 Semp 0059 0559 Sharp 0062 0076 0562 Shintom 0086 0586 Shogun 0065 0254 0754 0854 Singer 0086 0586 Sony 0048 0047 0014 0025 0036 0046 0049 0267 0289 0546 0547 0548 Sunpak 0267 Sylvania 0014 0049 0057 0095 0117 0557 0657 Symphonic 0014 43 Scheduling a VCR Recording If you are using the VCR Commander Service your set top can help you schedule programs that you want to record VCR Commander automatically starts and stops at the correct time to record programs you Recording the Current Program You can record the program you are currently watching using your remote control 1 Verify that the power to your set top is
54. out valid proof of purchase from an S A authorized retailer S A will charge the credit card for required set top repairs Charged amounts will be credited less a 10 handling fee if the required documentation is subsequently received within 30 days 48 What is not covered by your warranty Costs associated with diagnosing the problem S A will not pay cable operator or other service related expenses or reimburse the customer for expenses pertaining to the diagnosis of the set top or network related problems Customer instruction Your User s Guide clearly describes how to install adjust and operate your set top Signal reception problems not caused by your set top Improper installation maintenance or handling storage transportation testing repair or related adjustments Do not open the cover of this set top If you open the cover your warranty will be void Damage from misuse or neglect Aset top with a trade name or logo other than S A s Aset top that has been modified or incorporated into other products Aset top that has been used for institutional rental or other commercial purposes Aset top purchased serviced or operated outside the U S A Cosmetic problems or defects resulting from normal wear and tear under ordinary use which do not affect the performance or use of the set top Acts of God such as but not limited to lightning damage Damage caused by external electrical fault or electrical surges Damag
55. press 997 3 Press CH The light blinks twice to confirm the change To enable channel controls in a mode so that the channel keys in that mode control the appropriate device 1 Press one of the following key combinations until the light blinks twice To enable channel controls for a TV press SELECT and TV at the same time To enable channel controls for a VCR press SELECT and VCR at the same time To enable channel controls for both the TV and the VCR press SELECT and CBL at the same time e To enable channel controls for a TV or a VCR that is assigned to the AUX mode key press SELECT and AUX at the same time 2 Using the keypad on the remote press 997 3 Press CH The light blinks twice to confirm the change 35 How Do Lock My Power Key To a Device By default the POWER key on your remote operates the appropriate device for the current mode You can choose to set up this key to operate multiple devices each time it is pressed regardless of the current mode To change your power control 1 Press SELECT and CBL at the same time until the light blinks twice 2 Using the keypad on the remote press 998 3 Press one of the following keys to choose the way the POWER key should operate e Press TV to turn on the set top and then the TV e Press VCR to turn on the set top followed by the TV and the VCR e Press AUX to turn on the set top followed by the TV and the aux
56. t top You must know your serial number in order to receive digital cable services In addition Scientific Atlanta may need to know your serial number to provide technical assistance Serial Number What Are My Device Codes Your IR Blaster and your remote control use codes to operate various other devices such as a TV VCR or DVD player After you program these codes later in this guide you should record the codes here for future reference VCR Commander Service code Who Do Call To Set Up My Service When you connect your set top to your HDTV you must contact your cable service provider and ask them to turn on cable services for your set top In addition you may need to contact your cable service provider for troubleshooting or other What Is The Explorer eClub The Explorer eClub is an online club that provides news and what s up information about the Explorer 3270HD Set Top and offers you a chance to win prizes ABDQXTL Use the space provided here to record your set top serial number and MAC address Serial Number MAC Address MAC Address mT Remote Control codes AUX VCR TV CBL issues Record the phone number for your cable service provider here If you believe that your equipment needs repair or replacement contact Scientific Atlanta at 1 866 212 2141 To join the Explorer eClub you must know the serial number of your set top You can access the Explor
57. t repeat this procedure Instead of pressing two keys in step 4 press the key that you want to reassign twice e To identify the kind of device you want to control To identify the mode key that you want to change How Do Lock My Channel Keys To a Device By default the channel keys on your remote CH CH digits 0 9 and Last allow you to change channels on the set top the TV or a VCR depending on the current mode You can disable or enable channel control for the TV or VCR mode Also if you have reassigned your AUX key to control a second TV or VCR you can disable or enable channel control for that device as well See Can I Program My Mode Keys to Control Other Devices on page 34 for more information If you disable the channel control for a TV or VCR then the channel keys in that mode will control channels on the set top To disable channel controls in a mode so that the channel keys always control the set top 1 Press one of the following key combinations until the light blinks twice To disable channel controls for a TV press SELECT and TV at the same time e To disable channel controls for a VCR press SELECT and VCR at the same time e To disable channel controls for both the TV and the VCR press SELECT and CBL at the same time e To disable channel controls for a TV or a VCR that is assigned to the AUX mode key press SELECT and AUX at the same time 2 Using the keypad on the remote
58. text size and caption style options b Scroll through the options and select your choices 25 Programming Your Remote The mode keys are the four buttons arched across the top of the remote These buttons are labeled AUX VCR TV and CBL and let you specify the device you want to control when you are using the remote For example to turn on your HDTV you must first press TV to specify TV mode Then press POWER Your remote control arrives from the factory already programmed with the following codes TV 0068 VCR 0095 CBL 0458 AUX 1037 These codes operate many popular brands of electronic devices Before you program any new codes into your remote you should check to see if the remote already controls your devices To test a mode key turn on a device press the mode key for that device and then press POWER on the remote e Ifthe device turns off then the mode key is probably programmed correctly You should not need to program a new code for that mode key e Ifthe device does not turn off you must program a new code for this mode key Follow these steps to program a mode key 1 Find the code for your brand of device in one of the code lists in this guide The code lists begin on page 28 To Unlock the CBL Mode Key 26 Your remote control is already set up to operate your set top The CBL mode key is locked to keep you from changing this setting accidentally If you need to change this setting to
59. tlanta Inc All rights reserved A N Scientific Atlanta the Scientific Atlanta logo Explorer and AllTouch are registered trademarks of Scientific Atlanta Inc VCR Commander 3270HD and exploring the full potential of television are trademarks of Scientific Atlanta Inc All other trademarks shown are property of their respective owners Product and service availability subject to change without notice Scientific Atlanta Inc 5030 Sugarloaf Parkway Post Office Box 465447 Lawrenceville GA 30042 Scientifi Cc www scientificatlanta com Atlanta June 2003 Printed in USA 4003187 Rev B
60. to Searching for Your VCR Code on page 40 of this guide 39 Searching for Your VCR Code If none of the codes listed for your brand of 2 Wait for the test process to complete VCR turn on the power to the VCR and 3 Press SELECT slowly and repeatedly start the recording then follow these steps and wait for the VCR power to turn on i li Th toscan theientire VER code ibrary The Note If the power to the VCR does not scan locates the code that will turn on the turn on call your cable service provider power to your VCR and start the recording for help fe I nter code Mand when press 4 Ifthe power to your VCR turns on ELECT SELEC press a and then go to Setting Up a Note The system scans the entire VCR VCR Recording Test next in this code library This process can take guide to test the code you selected several minutes Setting Up a VCR Recording Test Before setting your VCR to record a If no press a and choose one of the program complete these steps to verify that following options the code you selected operates the If the code list starting on page 41 recording function of your VCR contains additional code choices 1 Insert a blank tape into your VCR and for your brand of VCR enter the turn the VCR off next code in your list of choices 2 Press SELECT to begin a recording and press SELECT Then go to test step 5 3 Wait for the recording process to begin If the code list d
61. to the Timer VCR preference number for the VCR Timer program you want to clear and then press SELECT Follow the on screen instructions to set the recording time Refer to the user s guide that was provided by your cable service provider for detailed instruc tions to set the VCR Timer Contact your cable service provider if you do not have a copy of this guide 5 Press A to accept the timer settings Put a blank tape in your VCR and then set the Input option you selected on your VCR 7 Turn off the VCR 8 Press SELECT to set the timer and 4 then press EXIT to return to the TV program Press to clear cancel the timer and then press EXIT to return to the TV program Note The program name appears in the current CHAN column 45 Troubleshooting If your set top remote or IR Blaster do not function as expected read the following conditions and suggestions If the situation persists contact your cable service provider Questions about Your Set Top 46 If your set top does not perform as expected check the following conditions e Verify that the power to your TV is turned on If plugged into a wall switch verify the switch is in the ON position e Verify that all cables are properly connected Verify that your TV is connected to the proper TV input port If your set top does not perform as expected after checking the power the cables and the output channel check the fol
62. to your HDTV in several different screen resolu tions e 1080 lines interlaced 10801 e 720 lines progressive 720p 480 lines progressive 480p 480 lines interlaced 480i Your set top provides 1080i resolution by default If you only see a black screen when you turn on your set top and HDTV your HDTV may not support 10801 Follow these steps to choose another resolution that your HDTV supports 1 Turn on the set top 2 Press and hold 35 on the front of the set top until the message light blinks about three seconds format 480p means that the screen shows 480 lines progressive format Your 3270HD can accept programming in many different formats aspect ratio and resolution and convert them into the format that looks best on your HDTV The Explorer HDTV Setup Wizard helps you select the formats that will be available to you Throughout these instructions use the remote control arrow keys lt 4 P A V and A D keys to navigate through the menus and options unless indicated otherwise e You may want to have available the User manual that came with your HDTV for reference Wide Screen HDTV 16 9 Aspect Ratio 3 Release e when the message light blinks 4 Press VOL The front panel displays HdSr 5 Press one of the following keys to select a different resolution e Press Ch to set 480i resolution e Press Ch to set 480p resolution e Press Vol to set 720p res
63. ttached to the hook fastener on the IR Blaster Notes e Attaching the IR Blaster to the VCR may be easier if the loop tape remains attached to the hook fasteners e After attaching the IR Blaster to the VCR the hook and loop fastener allows you to easily remove the IR Blaster for cleaning or to move the VCR Typical VCR aN Mount the IR Blaster within 3 inches of the IR sensor on your VCR by pressing the IR Blaster against your VCR to secure it Notes e Locations A B C and D are the typical places where the IR Blaster can be attached within 3 inches of the IR sensor on your VCR e Do not block the tape insert door on your VCR za LED a IR Blaster Hook Fastener i Loop Tape 4 Remove Adhesive Strip Covering T8511 38 Setting Up VCR Commander Service After you connect the IR Blaster you must T program the code for your brand of VCR Press SELECT again to display the Status menu into the memory of the VCR Commander 8 Before you begin make sure that the VCR is turned off Note At any time during this procedure you can press or EXIT to manually record a program on your VCR 1 Turn on the power to your set top 10 Press A or to scroll to Setup and press SELECT Press A or F to scroll to VCR Code and then press SELECT to display the VCR Commander Instructions screen Turn to VCR Commander Service Codes on page 41 of this guide to f
64. ur cable operator Should you experience problems always consult with your local cable company first to determine whether the problem is related to the cable network or your Explorer 3270HD set top What does your warranty cover Any defect in materials or workmanship that arises during the duration of this warranty This limited warranty applies only to the S A Explorer 3270HD set top remote control and included cabling and accessories This limited warranty extends to the original consumer purchaser or any person receiving this product as a gift from the original consumer purchaser and to no other purchaser or transferee This limited warranty applies only to products purchased from an S A authorized retailer and operated within the U S A What is the duration of your warranty 12 months from purchase date for labor and parts All warranty claims must be made during the 12 month warranty period What will we do S A will at its option either repair or replace within a reasonable time a defective set top S A may choose to replace a defective set top at S A s option with either a new or reconditioned set top A repaired or replacement set top will be at least equivalent in performance to the original set top Any repaired or replacement set top is warranted under the same terms as this Limited Warranty for a period of 90 days after the date of replacement or for the remainder of the initial warranty period whichever is lo
65. ve and negative terminals on the batteries to the corresponding terminals in the remote control 1 Press forward and lift the lever on the back cover of the remote control The battery cover releases and then you can pull up the cover to remove it 2 Insert and firmly seat two new AA batteries alkaline recommended into the battery compartment 3 Slide the battery cover back onto the remote control and snap the cover into place If the light on the remote flashes twice whenever you press a key the batteries are weak and should be replaced Many local stations are transmitting digital signals However transmitting a digital signal does not mean transmitting an HDTV signal Some stations are using the new bandwidth to broadcast several Aspect Ratio Resolution What Does All That Mean The aspect ratio of a television screen is the ratio of its width to its height The standard television screen is 4 units wide for every 3 units tall so its aspect ratio is 4x3 or 4 3 However many HDTVs have an aspect ratio of 16 9 meaning that the screen is 16 units wide for every 9 units tall The resolution of an HDTV screen indicates the amount of detail that the screen can display This resolution is identified by the number of display lines on the screen For example 1080i means that the screen shows 1080 lines in interlaced format and 480p means that the screen shows 480 lines in progressive format
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