Document Outline

• DSR470 Digital Receiver User Guide
  • Welcome! 9
  • Regulatory Information 11
  • Using Your Remote 21
  • Installation 31
  • Watching TV 45
  • Interactive Program Guide (IPG) 49
  • Interests and Favorites 53
  • Pay-Per-View Events 55
  • Options 61
  • Help 79
  • Specifications 81
  • Warranty & Service 83
  • Welcome!
    • All around the world, people just like you are enjoying the ultimate in entertainment, educationa...
  • Regulatory Information
    • Programming Copyright Notice
      • Use of this device may violate Section 605 of the Communications Act of 1934, as amended, if that...
      • Changes or modifications to this device not expressly approved by the party responsible for compl...
      • Resale of signals received from broadcast satellites is explicitly regulated. In any use or appli...
      • Export of this device requires a valid export license issued by the U.S. Department of State, Off...
      • FCC-Required Notification of Service
        • The Impulse Pay-Per-View system is designed to be used on standard device telephone lines. The Im...
      • Telephone Company Procedures
        • In order for your telephone company to provide service to you, it may occasionally be necessary f...
        • If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how many pieces of equipment you can...
        • In certain circumstances, it may be necessary for your telephone company to request information f...
      • If Problems Arise
        • If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you should immediately remove it fr...
    • FCC Certified
      • This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, ...
    • FCC Part 68
      • This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on the equipment is a label that c...
      • The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line...
      • This equipment cannot be used on the telephone company- provided coin service. Connection to part...
      • If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in ...
      • The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures th...
      • If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact:
      • Motorola Broadband Communications Sector 6450 Sequence Dr., San Diego, CA 92121 1-888-436-4678
      • If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you to...
      • This equipment uses the following USOC jacks: RJ11C
      • It is recommended that the customer install an AC surge arrester in the AC outlet to which this d...
      • This equipment is Hearing-Aid Compatible (HAC).
      • The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer ...
    • User Instructions
      • If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, which can be determin...
      • Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola BCS could void the user’s right to op...
    • Equipment Attachment Limitations
      • Note: This product was FCC certified under test conditions that included the use of shielded I/O ...
      • CP-01, Part 1, Section 10.1
        • "NOTICE: The Canadian Department of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This cer...
        • Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to t...
        • Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility desi...
        • Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power ...
        • CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the app...
        • NOTICE: The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device provides an indicati...
        • The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this equipment is CA11A.
        • The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.3.
    • Operation Precautions
      • WARNING:
        • To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Do not...
      • CAUTION:
        • To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord receptacle or ...
      • ATTENTION:
        • Pour éviter les chocs électriques, ne pas utiliser cette fiche (polarisée) avec la prise d’une ra...
      • Lightning Flash Icon
        • The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the...
      • Exclamation Point Icon
        • The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presenc...
        • This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B (whichever is applicable) limits for r...
    • Important Safeguards
      • Read, Follow and Keep Instructions
        • Before you operate the unit, read and follow all safety and operating instructions. Keep the safe...
      • Heed Warning
        • Pay attention to all warnings on the equipment and in the operating instructions.
      • Cleaning
        • Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth to clean the outside of the unit. Do not ...
      • Power Cord Protection
        • Place power supply cords so that they are not walked on or pinched by items placed on or against ...
      • Power Sources/Grounding
        • Operate the equipment from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
        • This product has a polarized alternating-current line plug as a safety feature. This plug fits in...
      • Ventilation
        • Do not block or cover the slots and openings of the unit. They provide ventilation and protect it...
      • Do Not Operate near Water
        • Do not use this product near water. For example; a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, swimming po...
      • Objects or Liquid in the Unit
        • Never push any object into this unit through any of its openings because they may touch dangerous...
      • Overloading
        • Do not overload power outlets or extension cords. This can result in a risk of fire or electrical...
      • Damage Requiring Service
        • Unplug this equipment from the power source and contact a qualified service provider if any of th...
      • Service
        • Do not try to service this product yourself. If you open or remove the cover, you may be exposed ...
      • Mounting and Placement
        • Do not place this product on an unstable surface such as a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table...
      • Power Lines
        • Do not locate the antenna system near overhead power lines, electrical light or power circuits, o...
      • Outdoor Antenna Grounding
        • To provide some protection against voltage surges, lightning, and built-up static charges, make s...
      • Replacement Parts
        • If your receiver requires repairs, contact your equipment provider, who will be able to assist you.
      • Safety Check
        • After the unit is serviced or repaired, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to fi...
      • Lightning
        • To protect the product from damage caused by lightning and power line surges, unplug it from the ...
    • Safeguard Instructions
      • 1. For the ground wire, use No. 10 AWG (5.3mm2) copper, No. 8 AWG (8.4mm2) aluminum, No. 17 AWG (...
      • 2. Secure the antenna lead-in wire and ground wires to the house with stand-off insulators spaced...
      • 3. Mount the antenna discharge unit as close as possible to the place where the lead-in enters th...
      • 4. Use a jumper wire that is no smaller than No. 6 AWG (13.3mm2) copper, or the equivalent, when ...
      • 5. In areas that are heavily prone to lightning storms install a lightning rod mounted to the top...
      • 6. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information abou...
        • Note to the system installer: The purpose of this reminder is to call your attention to Article 8...
  • Using Your Remote
    • The receiver comes with a basic remote control unit that can be programmed to control both the re...
    • A Word About Modes
      • To enable the remote control to operate your receiver, and your TV, it has two main modes of oper...
    • Key Functions
      • Power
        • To turn the component on or off.
      • CBL(mode)
        • To change the remote to Cable mode so it can control the receiver for viewing cable television si...
      • TV(mode)
        • To change the remote to TV mode so it can control the TV.
      • Source
        • To control the input source to your receiver, your TV, your VCR or your auxiliary components.
      • Options
        • To exit any menu and display the Options menu.
      • Interests
        • To exit any menu and display the Interests menu. Press it again to remove the Interests menu and ...
      • Browse
        • To view program information for channels and times other than the current channel and time while ...
      • Guide
        • To display the Interactive Program Guide (IPG). Press it again to return to program viewing.
      • Go Back
        • To return to the previous menu.
      • Enter
        • For convenience, there are two ENTER keys. If you are using a menu, press ENTER to select a highl...
      • Arrow Keys
        • To highlight selections from menu screens. Also used in the Browse banner to navigate between lis...
      • Exit
        • To exit any menu and watch a program or to display program information if you are already watchin...
      • Future
        • To display a program banner for what’s on in the future while you are watching a program.
      • Last Ch
        • To return to the last channel viewed.
      • Info
        • To display detailed information about the current program or a highlighted program in the Guide. ...
      • Vol
        • To raise or lower the TV volume level.
      • Mute
        • To mute the TV sound.
      • Chan
        • To change the channel. If you are using a menu, press to change channels without removing the men...
      • Number Keys
        • These keys operate in different ways, depending upon which mode you are in:
      • Help
        • To display the help screens. Press it again to turn off the help screens and return to watching a...
    • Programming the Remote Control
      • The remote control is set at the factory to control all of the receiver functions, but to use it ...
      • 1. Turn on the TV for programming.
      • 2. Use the table that appears later in this section to find the brand of TV.
      • 3. After the manufacturer’s brand name is a three-digit code number (or several three-digit codes).
      • 4. Press and hold the TV key on the remote control for at least three seconds or until the light ...
      • 5. If the remote control "accepts" the code, you will see several rapid flashes of the light. If ...
      • 6. If your component does not respond to the remote control POWER key, even though it has "accept...
    • If Your Remote Control Cannot Find a Working Three- Digit Code in the Tables (Scanning)
      • If you try to program your remote control using the three-digit codes, and the remote control doe...
      • 1. Turn on the TV.
      • 2. Press the TV key for at least three seconds or until the LED blinks.
      • 3. The following steps explain how to "scan" through the TV codes stored in your remote control u...
        • NOTE: If your TV is not listed in the tables and/or the codes for your brand are not accepted by ...
    • Programming the Master Power Feature
      • If you wish to control the power on/off function of your receiver and TV, and all connected equip...
      • If you wish to cancel the Master Power feature, just repeat the steps outlined above.
    • Volume Control Crossover
      • Your remote control unit is programmed from the factory to control the volume of your television ...
    • Verifying Your TV Mode Codes
      • You can verify the accepted programming codes for each mode by following these steps.
      • 1. Press the TV key for at least three seconds or until the remote control unit LED blinks.
      • 2. Press the "INFO" key.
      • 3. The LED will blink, indicating the code of your TV, in the following sequence. For example, if...
    • If You Have More Than One Receiver
      • If you have more than one receiver, you may want to prevent the remote controls from affecting th...
    • Replacing the Remote Control Batteries
      • When the remote control batteries are worn out (discharged), the remote will stop working. Replac...
    • "Remote Energy Saver"
      • If you misplace your remote (i.e., it is stuck in your couch), and a key is inadvertently pressed...
    • TV Codes
      • Admiral 018,090,125
      • A-Mark 120,224,225
      • Aiwa 090,251
      • Akai 000,032,070,149,172
      • Amstrad 033
      • Anam 005,009,021,041,120,121
      • Anam National 211
      • AOC 005,006,019,020,120,140,163,173
      • Archer 120
      • ASA 047
      • Audio Dynamics 234
      • Audiovox 120
      • Bell & Howell 018
      • Broksonic 005,144,172,173,174,219,226
      • Candle 006,022,023,025,163,213
      • Capehar t019
      • Centurion 192,194
      • Citizen 006,016, 018,022,023,024,025,026,144, 163,202,213,224
      • Concerto 005,023,213
      • Contec 041,091,185,227
      • Coronado 224,225
      • Craig 021,041
      • Crown 026
      • Curtis Mathes 006,016,018,026,059,125,163,172,192,194,202,224,231
      • CXC 041
      • Daewoo 005,024,026,029, 030,031,032,130,172,214,215,224,233,252
      • Daytron 026,192,194,224
      • DBX 234
      • Dimensia 125
      • Dumont 047
      • Electrohome 026,149,224
      • Emerson 017,023,026,028,033,034,035,037,038,039,041,122,141,143,
      • 144,172,176,187,203,204,205, 219,222,223,224,225,226,227,251,253
      • Envision 163
      • Fisher 042,090,099,216,217
      • Fujitsu 034,187
      • Funai 034,041,187,251
      • Futuretech 041
      • GE 003,008,009,023,043,044,125,130, 134,147,172,195,206,207,211,228,231
      • Goldstar 005,023,026,045,046,088,172,173,194, 213,223,224,225,230,234,254
      • Grundig 047
      • Hallmark 023
      • Harmon Kardon 234
      • Hinari 034,187
      • Hitachi 018,023,026,048,049,050,051,052,053
      • 054,055,116,126,142,172,185,213,224,225,231,251
      • Infinity 010,066,151
      • JBL 010,066,151
      • JCPenny 003,005,006,014,016,026,043,044,096
      • 125,134,163,172,194,206,207,223,224,231,232,234
      • Jensen 056
      • JVC 057,058,059,060,186,234
      • Kawasho 061
      • Kenwood 006,251
      • Kloss 022,110
      • KMC 224,225
      • KTV 026,039,041,172,224,225
      • Lloytron 224
      • Lodgenet 018
      • Logik 018
      • Luxman 023,213
      • LXI 003,010,066,090,117,125,129,131,134,172,173,194,223,251,254
      • Magnavox 000,006,008,010,017,020,025,027,028,066,067,068,110,144,151
      • 154,163,164,167,172,173,175,192,194,218,224,225,231,251
      • Majestic 018
      • Marantz 006,010,066,068,088,149,163,172,234
      • Marta 223
      • Matsui 032,109
      • Memorex 018,032,090,223,232,251
      • MGA 004,005,006,023,034,071,072,149,163,172,187,192,194
      • Mitsubishi 004,005,023,034,070,071,072,122,123,149,172,173,187,192,194
      • MTC 005,006,016,023,031,163,202,213
      • NAD 002,117
      • NEC 005,006,007,023,028,090,144,163,172,173,191,192, 194,213
      • National 011,151,190,195,196,211
      • Nikkai 113,118
      • Onwa 041
      • Optimus 232
      • Optonica 129
      • Orion 219,226
      • Osume 091
      • Panasonic 008,009,010,011,012,066,151,195,196,211,231,232
      • Philco 005,006,025,067,068,110,151,163,172,218,224,225,251
      • Philips 005,010,025,027,066,068,088,146,151
      • 163,164,218,220,223,225,251
      • Pioneer 002,008,048,051,076
      • Portland 005,026,172,224,225
      • Proscan 125,147,172
      • Proton 006,013,019,023,026,172,224
      • Pulsar 001
      • Quasar 008,009,195,211,231,232
      • Radio Shack 026,041,112,141,173,194,224,229,230,232
      • RCA 003,005,008,014,048,078,079,080,082,084,085
      • 086,087,125,130,134,147,172,210,231,251
      • Realistic 035,041,090,141,194,222,223,224,229,251
      • SAA 145
      • Saba 051,116,142
      • Saisho 032,033,109
      • Sampo 006,019,163,192,194
      • Samsung 005,006,016,023,026,032,088,112,163,172
      • 173,192,194,202,213,221,224,225,229,233
      • Sansui 219
      • Sanyo 042,089,090,091,092,109,194,216,217
      • Scott 026,034,037,041,093,173,187,192,194,224,233
      • Sears 003,023,034,042,090,096,098,099,101,102,104,117
      • 125,131,134,151,187,194,202,216,217,223,224,225
      • Sharp 026,091,129,141,200,224,225
      • Signature 018,251
      • Sony 000,109,119,122
      • Soundesign 023,025,041,172,251
      • Spectricon 120
      • SSS 005,041
      • Supra 022,023
      • Sylvania 006,010,025,066,068,110,112,151,163,172
      • 173,192,194,229,251
      • Symphonic 132,179,251
      • Tandy 112,113,129,251
      • Tatung 009,211
      • Teac 251
      • Technics 008,032
      • Techwood 023,213
      • Teknika 004,005,016,018,022,023,024,025,026,034
      • 041,072,114,149,151,187,202,213,223,224,225,251
      • Telerent 018,224
      • Teletech 032
      • Thomson 051,116,142
      • TMK 023,172,213
      • Toshiba 016,017,047,090,096,117,118,131,180
      • 201,202,216,233
      • Totevision 026,223,224
      • Universal 043,044,206,207
      • Vector Research 006,234
      • Victor 057
      • Video Concepts 070,234,251
      • Vidtech 005,023,172,173
      • Viking 022
      • Wards 005,006,018,023,034,043,044,067,068
      • 119,125,141,151,163,172,173,187,192,194,206,207,224,251
      • Westinghouse 090
      • Yamaha 005,006,234,251
      • Yorx 192,194
      • Zenith 001,018,178,219,223,251
      • Zonda 120
  • Installation
    • Connecting the Cable, Receiver, and TV
      • Complete the following steps and make sure that the receiver is not plugged into a power source b...
    • Front Panel Descriptions
      • Most viewers find it more convenient to use the keys on the remote control rather than the keys o...
      • 1. Power
      • Press this key to turn the receiver power on/off and to watch programs in CBL mode.
      • 2. Front Panel Display
        • This area displays the current channel number while you are viewing programs. An indicator flashe...
      • 2a. Signal
        • An indicator lights up when a digital signal is present. Green indicates a good signal. Red indic...
      • 2b. Dolby® Digital
        • This indicator lights up when the unit is receiving a signal using Dolby® AC-3® Digital encoding.
      • 2c. Mail
        • This indicator lights up if you have an unread message in the mailbox.
      • 2d. Timer
        • A steady light indicates the timer system is set. The indicator flashes when the timer system is ...
      • 2e. Remote
        • An indicator dot blinks each time you press a key on the remote control.
      • 3. TVPass® Card
        • In the event of certain types of data security problems, your service provider may decide to util...
      • 4. Go Back
        • Press this key to return to a previous menu or the last channel viewed.
      • 5. Menu
        • Press this key to display the Menu screen. Press it again to turn off the Menu and return to CBL ...
      • 6. Enter
        • Press this key to select a highlighted menu option.
      • 7. Arrow Keys
        • Press these keys to highlight selections from menu screens. Thevkeys are also used to change the ...
    • Back Panel Connections
      • The following back panel descriptions are for reference only. Check with your dealer and/or syste...
      • 1. Power
        • The power cord is attached here.
      • 2. Cable In
        • This connects your cable TV service to your system.
      • 3. CH3 CH4
        • This switch determines the channel (3 or 4) to which you set your TV to receive broadcasts. The s...
      • 4. Antenna In
        • This is an off-air antenna terminal.
      • 5. Out To TV
        • This supplies the VHF signal to your TV.
      • 6. Audio Out (L & R)
        • These are audio outputs that may be used to connect your TV and VCR.
      • 7. To TV
        • This is a standard video output terminal.
      • 8. To VCR
        • This video output jack may be connected to your VCR input connections for VCR taping.
      • 9. Dolby Digital
        • If your entertainment center is enabled for Dolby Digital AC-3 Version 5.1 (six channel) surround...
      • 10. Multimedia Port (MMAP)
        • The Multi Media Access Port is designed to connect to the HDD200 High Definition Decoder. To rece...
      • 11. UHF Remote
        • This is the connection for the remote control antenna. This is an optional upgrade and is availab...
      • 16. To Phone Jack
        • This is a telephone jack connection for IPPV (Instant Pay-Per-View) which allows you to automatic...
    • Using the Menus
      • You will be making various adjustments to your receiver using the keys on the remote control or r...
      • If you use the keys on the remote control to control the menus, there are two ways to select a me...
      • You may use the remote control, but if you use the keys on the front panel of the receiver, there...
    • Choosing the Menu Language
      • To make sure that the menus are displayed in the appropriate language for you, complete the follo...
    • Authorizing Your Receiver
    • Completing the Receiver Connections to Your Entertainment System
      • You will need to make changes to connect your VCR.
    • Connections to Audio/Video Monitor
      • Complete the following steps if you only plan to connect the receiver to an audio/ video monitor:
    • Connections to Audio/Video Monitor and VCR
      • Complete the following steps if you plan to connect the receiver to an audio/video monitor and VCR:
      • After you complete the installation procedures, you may wish to use the on-screen menus to make a...
    • Additional Features
      • Options
        • The Options menu provides access to all of the on-screen menus. It appears when you press the OPT...
      • System Settings
        • The System Settings menu provides access to menus which allow you to adjust the operation of your...
    • Viewing and Language Settings
      • The Channel Information option allows you to turn the header (top of screen) and banner (bottom o...
      • Subtitles
        • The Subtitles option allows you to select the language for subtitles (if available for the partic...
      • Language
        • The Language option allows you to select the language of the on- screen menus and audio for your ...
      • TV Viewing
        • The TV Viewing option allows you to select the size of the viewing area. Select the Standard opti...
    • Audio Settings
      • If you are in CBL mode (digital) broadcast, three options appear on the Audio Settings menu.
      • 1. Audio Connections
        • Select option 1 (Audio Connections), and you will be able to select either TV or HiFi (the defaul...
      • 2. Digital Audio
        • Select option 2 and then select Mono, Stereo, Surround or Dolby Digital (the default is Surround)...
      • 3. Cable Audio
        • Select Mono, Stereo or SAP (Secondary Audio Program) for your analog cable TV programming (channe...
    • Installation Settings
      • Channel Signal Strength
        • This option allows you to see the strength of the signal your system is receiving.
      • Set Remote Control Address
        • This option allows you to control up to four receivers in a centralized area, with one or more re...
        • To program your remote control for each receiver, hold down the CBL key on the remote control unt...
      • Cable Frequency Plan
        • This option allows you to select the appropriate frequency plan for a network—Standard or HRC.
      • Cable Channel Plan
        • This option allows you to select the appropriate frequency plan for the given network. Selection ...
    • System Status
      • This is a view-only screen that displays information about the status of the receiver.
      • Trip Counter
        • Trip Counter displays the number of message updates from your service provider.
      • Modem Status
        • Displays messages that describe the current modem status.
    • Authorization Screens
      • Sometimes when you tune to a program, an Authorization screen will appear. It will fade to black ...
  • Watching TV
    • Once you become accustomed to the various controls and features, you will spend most of your tele...
    • How to Select Menu Options
      • As you use the many menus, you will be asked to select various options. When you see the word sel...
      • If you use the remote control, there are two ways to select a menu option:
      • 1. Press the 34 keys or thevkeys to highlight an option. Then press the ENTER key to select it.
      • 2. If the options are numbered, simply press the number key for an option. You do not have to pre...
      • If you use the Front Panel of the receiver, there is only one way to select a menu option. Press ...
      • Headers
        • Your viewing screen displays a variety of information about the programs you are viewing or plan ...
      • Banners
        • Program banners appear at the bottom of the screen:
        • On Now banner—When you tune in a channel, this banner displays the current program title, start a...
        • While you are viewing a channel, if you press the FUTURE key, the Browse Banner displays the next...
      • Info Banner
        • To obtain detailed information about the current program, press the INFO key.
        • To obtain detailed program information about the next program on a selected channel, press the IN...
      • Browse Banner
        • Browse is used to view current program information while viewing a program. Browse is also used t...
      • Authorization Screens
        • Sometimes when you tune to a program, an Authorization screen will appear. It will fade to black ...
  • Interactive Program Guide (IPG)
    • The Interactive Program Guide (IPG) provides access to current and future program information whi...
    • How to Display the Guide
      • How to Use the Guide
      • Guide Screen
        • The header (top of screen) displays the current Interests menu setting (sports, movies, etc.) on ...
      • How to Display a Future Day and Time on the Guide
        • You can always scroll ahead with the Guide, but if you want to immediately look at program offeri...
        • Press the GUIDE key. The Guide will return to displaying the current day and time. If you press t...
      • How to View the Guide by Interests
        • You can also focus the Guide display to a list of your favorite channels or to special programmin...
      • Detailed Program Information
        • Press the INFO key to display a program information banner that has a detailed description of the...
      • Setting a Timer for a Future Program
        • Using the Guide, you can set a timer to automatically display a program at a future time and date...
  • Interests and Favorites
    • You have the choice to scan every channel when you "channel surf." But to help you locate channel...
    • How to Display and Use the Interests Menu
    • 1. All Programs
      • Each time you turn on the receiver, it automatically returns to the All Programs setting. When th...
    • 2. Favorites A, B, C, D
      • If you select Favorites A, B, C or D, you will be able to limit your channel surfing and the Guid...
    • 3. Movies
      • If you select this interest, you will be able to channel surf exclusively for movies.
    • 4. News/Education
      • If you select this interest, you will be able to channel surf exclusively for news/education prog...
    • 5. Sports
      • If you select this interest, you will be able to channel surf exclusively for sports programs.
    • 6. Music
      • If you select this interest, you will be able to channel surf exclusively for music/radio programs.
    • 7. Network Series
      • If you select this interest, you will be able to channel surf exclusively for network series prog...
    • 8. Pay-Per-View
      • If you select this interest, you will be able to channel surf exclusively for Pay-Per-Viw (PPV) p...
  • Pay-Per-View Events
    • Purchasing Instant Pay-Per-View (IPPV) Events
      • With the DSR470 digital receiver, you have opportunities to purchase Pay-Per- View hit movies, co...
    • How to Purchase an IPPV Event
      • Free Preview Period
        • There is a free preview period at the beginning of an IPPV event when you can watch the program w...
      • Passwords
        • You may be asked to enter your password before you can view the program. If you forget your passw...
      • Videotaping Options
        • You may be unable to videotape some programs, or you may have the option of paying a higher price...
        • Purchase Screen
          • There are a variety of purchase screens, but most of them have the following elements:
        • How to Cancel a Purchase
          • You may only cancel a purchased program (that has been confirmed) during the free preview period.
        • Purchase the Next Program
          • You will be unable to purchase a program if you miss a significant portion of it, but you may be ...
        • Purchase a Future Program
          • You can pre-purchase a program that starts hours or days ahead by using timers as explained in th...
        • Changes in Purchase Options
          • If a program provider changes the purchase options after you have pre-purchased a program using a...
        • How to Purchase a Program While Viewing an IPPV Program
          • To purchase an IPPV program while you are viewing another IPPV program:
        • How to Display Your Purchase History
          • The List Purchases option allows you to review a list of previously purchased IPPV programs.
        • Purchase List
          • This list shows the date, time, cost, and name of each purchased program. The most recent purchas...
        • Account Status
          • If you are qualified to make IPPV purchases, the Account Status option will display the word "Act...
        • Credit Message
          • Below the Account Status is a message that explains your credit status.
  • Options
    • How to Display and Use the Options Menu
      • The Options menu is your doorway to a series of menu screens that allow you to set up various fea...
      • If you are using the remote control, press the OPTIONS key. The Options menu will appear.
      • If you are using the front panel of the receiver, press the MENU key. When the Menu screen appear...
      • The following list will give you a broad overview of the menu options and the features they control.
      • 1. Open Your Mail
        • This option lets you read personal, programming, or promotional messages. Look for the envelope i...
      • 2. Set Guide & Favorites
        • This option allows you to select a future day and time for viewing IPG listings. It also allows y...
      • 3. Set Parental Control (and Passwords)
        • Parental Control features and passwords allow you to control the programs, channels, and subject ...
      • 4. Set Timers
        • This option allows you to set a timer to view (or record) a program at a future time and day up t...
      • 5. List Purchases
        • This list shows the date, time, cost, and name of each purchased program.
      • 6. Change System Settings
        • There are a variety of topics available through this menu option including language, audio, insta...
    • Opening Your Mail
      • Your receiver is able to display a variety of messages that are sent to it. Some messages will be...
      • How to Display the Mailbox Menu
      • Mailbox Menu
        • The Mailbox menu displays a list of numbered message titles, each with a date. If you wish to rea...
      • Mailbox Message Screen
        • The Message screen contains the complete message. Once you read the message and wish to erase it,...
      • Erase or Keep Message Screen
        • When the Erase Message prompt screen appears within the Mailbox menu, it allows you to select fro...
      • Setting a Future Day and Time for the Guide
        • If you want to immediately look at program offerings in the IPG for another day or a specific time:
        • Refer to the section entitled "Guide (IPG)" for more information about using the IPG.
    • Setting Favorite Channels
      • With this option, you can create a list of favorite channels using the Favorite Channels menu. On...
      • How to Display the Favorite Channels Menu
      • Favorite Channels Menu
        • The Favorite Channels menu allows you to assign channels to each of four lists (refer to the sect...
      • To assign a channel to the Favorites A, B, C or D list:
    • Setting Parental Controls & Passwords
      • The Parental Control menu enables you to set passwords, lock out certain channels, and lock out c...
      • How to Display the Parental Control Menu
      • Parental Control Menu Options
      • 1. Set Password
        • The Set Password option allows you to set a parental control password that prevents others from v...
      • To Set a New Password
        • If you wish to change your password in the future, you must first enter your current password to ...
      • To Clear Your Password
        • If you wish to clear your password so that no passwords are required to purchase Pay-Per-View pro...
      • 2. Set Channel Locks
        • The Set Channel Locks option allows you to lock out specific channels from viewing. Once a channe...
      • 3. Set General Rating Locks
        • The Set General Rating Locks option allows you to lock out programs based on their general rating...
      • 4. Set Content Rating Locks
        • The Set Content Rating Locks option allows you to lock out digital programs based on their specif...
      • 5. Locks
        • The Locks option allows you to turn off all of the channel and program locks so that you can view...
    • Setting Timers
      • With timers, you can schedule your viewing up to one year in advance—whether you want to schedule...
      • Sleep Timer
        • Sometimes when you are watching a program in CBL mode, you will want to automatically turn off th...
        • To set the sleep timer:
        • NOTE: Any time that a sleep timer is set, the LOCKS option re-sets itself to On. See "Setting Par...
        • How to Display the Timers Menu
        • How to Use the Timers Menu
          • The Timers menu has up to 25 timer listings. Each listing that has already been set includes the ...
        • Change Timer/Erase Timer Prompt Screen
          • The Change Timer/Erase Timer prompt screen has two options:
          • A clock icon appears on the right side of the arrow-shaped box if the timer is set but the progra...
        • Maximum Number of Timers
          • The maximum number of timers is twenty-five (25). If all of the timers have been used you will ha...
        • Before a Timer Executes
          • Two minutes before a timer executes, the Front Panel Timer light will blink, and a countdown scre...
        • How to Use the Set Timer Menu
          • If you selected a Not Used listing in the Timers menu, the Set Timer menu appears. The Set Timer ...
          • Press the3v4keys to highlight the various options.
          • To set each option, press either the34keys or the number keys as indicated.
          • When you are finished setting all of the timer options, select the Confirm Timer arrow to display...
        • How to Set Each Timer Option
        • Setting a Timer for Next Year
          • If you set the timer for a month and day that have already passed in the current year, the receiv...
        • If You Press the GO BACK Key
          • If you press the Go BACK key from the Set Timer menu, a message screen will appear. It will instr...
        • How to Use the Confirm Timer Menu
          • The top portion of the Confirm Timer menu displays timer information followed by up to four optio...
      • 1.
        • Select option 1 (Confirm Timer and Leave) to complete your settings from the Set Timer menu and t...
      • 2.
        • Select option 2 (Change Timer) to return to the Set Timer menu and change the Timer option settings.
      • 3.
        • Option 3 (Approve Purchase) allows you to pre-purchase a program before viewing time. This option...
        • If you have purchased a program or have used parental control features to lock out channels or pr...
        • Setting a Timer Using the Guide
          • To set a timer while you are using the Guide:
        • How to Cancel a Timer
          • To cancel a timer while it is executing:
        • If New Settings Conflict with Previous Settings
          • If your new timer settings conflict with a previously set timer (for example, if both are set for...
    • List Purchases
      • This is a view only screen that allows you to review a list of previously purchased IPPV programs...
    • Change System Settings
      • The System Settings menu provides access to menus that allow you to adjust the operation of your ...
      • Viewing and Language Settings
        • The Change Viewing and Language Settings option allows you to turn off the headers and banners, c...
      • Channel Information
        • The Channel Information option allows you to turn the header (top of screen) and banner (bottom o...
      • Subtitles
        • The Subtitles option allows you to select the language for subtitles (if available for the partic...
      • Language
        • The Language option allows you to select the language of the audio for your programs. Select the ...
      • TV Viewing
        • The TV Viewing option allows you to select the size of the viewing area. Select the Normal option...
        • Audio Settings
          • To adjust the audio settings so that they are correct for the type of equipment connected to your...
      • Audio Settings Menu for Digital Broadcasts
        • On the Audio Settings menu, three options appear:
    • Installation Settings
      • See Chapter 4, "Installation", for information in greater detail.
  • Help
    • Using Help
      • If you occasionally forget what an icon (symbol) means or how to use one of the receiver features...
      • Explanations
        • Some screens provide explanations that help you to use receiver features.
      • Icons
        • If you forget what certain keys or icons mean, just look them up by displaying the screen below.
  • Specifications
    • Input
      • Cable Input
        • Connector "F" type receptacle
        • Input Frequency 54-860 MHz
        • Input Impedance 75 ohm
        • Input Level = 0 to +15dBmv
        • Demodulator QAM
      • Antenna Input
        • Connector "F" type, receptacle
        • Input Impedance 75 ohm
    • Video
      • Composite Video
        • Output level 1.0 Vp-p ±10% into 75 ohm
        • Connector Yellow phono, marked Video out
        • De-emphasis 525 line CCIR Rec. 405-1
      • DigiCipher II (Digital) System
        • Frequency response ±1.0 dB, 1kHz to 4.2 MHz
        • Differential gain 5.0% p-p maximum
        • Differential phase 5.0 deg. p-p maximum
        • S/N 57 dB minimum
        • (unified weighting 100 kHz HPF, 5MHz LPF)
      • Analog Cable Video
        • Frequency response +1.58 to -1.94 dB, 0.5 to 3.0 MHz +1.58 to -2.98 dB, @ 3.58 MHz
        • Differential gain 8.0% p-p maximum
        • Differential phase 8.0 deg. p-p maximum
        • S/N 49 dB minimum @ 6 dBmv (unified weighting 100 kHz to 4.2 MHz)
    • Remodulator Output
      • Connector "F" type receptacle, "Out to TV" NTSC & IEC
      • Impedance 75 ohm
      • Channel Ch. 3 or 4 (NTSC, North America)
      • Audio Mono
      • DigiCipher II (Digital) System
        • Frequency response ±1.0 dB, maximum 20 Hz to 20 kHz
      • Analog Cable
        • Frequency response ±3.0 dB, 50 Hz to 10 kHz
      • Remote Control
        • Transmitter Infrared (IR), UHF optional
        • Batteries 2 x AA type or 3 x AAA type
        • Range Up to a maximum of 35 ft. (IR) Up to a maximum of 200 ft (UHF)
        • Angle ±22 deg. (IR)
      • Physical/Environmental
        • Temperature 0 deg. to 40 deg. C ambient
        • Humidity 95% relative
        • Dimensions 17" W x 4" H x 13 1/2" D
        • Weight 18 lbs
        • Power input 115V ±10% AC; 60 Hz nominal; 25W maximum
        • UL Listed
        • CSA Certified
  • Warranty & Service
    • Limited Warranty and Obtaining Services
      • To Original Consumer Purchaser at Retail
      • General Instrument Corporation doing business as the Broadband Communications Sector of Motorola,...
      • Responsibilities for You and Motorola BCS
      • You must retain your sales receipt or provide other proof-of-purchase date. Promptly completing a...
      • If you desire warranty service, you must notify Motorola BCS within the applicable warranty perio...
      • Within a reasonable period after proper notification, Motorola BCS or an authorized Motorola BCS ...
      • This warranty does not cover charges for any assembly, installation, setup or removal, or adjustm...
      • This warranty shall be void if any product marking or label has been altered, defaced, or removed...
      • MOTOROLA BCS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY LIGHTNING, IMPROPER ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION,...
    • Limitations
      • MOTOROLA BCS MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES ON HOME DIGITAL RECEIVER SYSTEMS AND COMPONENTS. T...
      • IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA BCS BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUE...
      • NO AGENT, DEALER, DISTRIBUTOR, SERVICE CENTER, COMPANY, OR OTHER PERSON IS AUTHORIZED TO CHANGE, ...
    • Calling for Service
      • Before you call for service:
    • How to Obtain Warranty Service
      • To obtain warranty service, you must call or write Motorola BCS Technical Response Center within ...
      • When you call or write, explain the problem. Ask whether the component should be returned for ser...
      • If the Motorola BCS Technical Response Center requests you to return the component, pack it safel...
      • NOTE: If the warranty on your component is expired, voided or inapplicable, Motorola BCS will not...
      • MOTOROLA, the Stylized "M" Logo and all other trademarks indicated as such herein are trademarks ...
      • ©2001 Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved.
      • Covered under one or more U.S. patents: D399840, D407071, 3846719, 4613901, 4634808, 4700361, 470...
      • Macrovision patent numbers 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098 and related patent numbers are license...
      • This device incorporates a copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and ...
      • AC-3 digital audio system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
      • Motorola Broadband Communications Sector
      • 6450 Sequence Dr.
      • San Diego, CA 92121
      • Publication #479169-001 Rev. A