Scientific Atlanta Car Satellite Radio System D9225 User Guide

Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
4XLFNꢀ6HWXSꢀ*XLGH  
L/R BALANCED  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
LEVEL CONTROLS  
TO VIDEO INPUT (CABLE HEADEND)  
OR EXTERNAL MODULATOR  
TO SATELLITE ANTENNA  
STEREO/MONO  
If receiver setup details are unavailable, you can perform a Quick Setup of your  
Headend Satellite Receiver by following the step-by-step instructions in this Quick  
Setup Guide. After performing the Quick Setup, you can change the current set-  
tings to better suit your receiver operating requirements. If you are unsure about  
which settings to use, contact your dealer/reseller or local service provider for as-  
sistance. For complete receiver setup information, see the Model D9225 Headend  
Satellite Receiver Installation and Operation Guide.  
AC POWER SOCKET  
AUDIO SELECT SW.  
LNB POWER SW.  
803-297  
LNB PWR  
ON OFF  
VIDEO  
SATELLITE  
R
L
EXPANSION PO RT  
A C IN 100V-240V ~A C  
50/60H z 1.4A M A X  
Scientific  
This apparatus  
must be earthed  
Atlanta  
Satellite Television Networks  
LNB PWR  
+13/+19V 500mA M AX  
AUDIO  
TO L/R BALANCED AUDIO INPUT  
TERMINAL BLOCK (CABLE HEADEND)  
TO PC/W ORKSTATION  
OR DATA TERMINAL  
(OPTIONAL)  
TO AUDIO INPUT (CABLE HEADEND)  
OR EXTERNAL MODULATOR  
Alt-1 Mode  
Alt-2 Mode  
C/Ku  
MODE  
FREQ  
FEC  
SYM  
POL  
S.Q.  
SIG  
BAUD  
LO 1  
LOCK  
WIDE  
LO 2  
«$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ9LGHRꢀ6WDQGDUG  
AFC  
XOVER  
SEARCH  
The Video Standard used to operate the receiver is preset at the factory to either  
NTSC (525-line) or PAL (625-line), depending on factory-installed options.  
ALT  
VIEW  
ALT  
VIEW  
5HFHLYHUꢀ6WDUWXS  
STANDBY  
MENU  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
4XLFNꢀ6HWXSꢀLQVWUXFWLRQV  
Follow these quick setup instructions to set up the receiver via the menu interface  
using front panel buttons, and to find a signal using the built-in signal search  
function. To operate the menu interface, a RF cable must be connected from the  
receiver VIDEO output to a TV monitor UHF/VHF RF input (see Figure A).  
When the signal is found, the Find option is automatically set to OFF. Repeat this  
action to search for another signal. You can perform these functions using the fol-  
lowing front panel buttons.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
This sym bol alerts you to  
the presence of uninsulated  
dangerous voltage inside  
the product enclosure that  
This sym bol alerts you to  
im portant operating and  
m aintenance (servicing)  
instructions included  
with this product.  
poses  
a
risk of electric shock.  
CAUTION  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE  
COVERS FROM THIS UNIT. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.  
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. SEE ADDITIONAL  
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BELOW.  
WARNING  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE  
THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
7.  
Accessories: Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, bracket, or  
,03257$17ꢀ6$)(*8$5'6  
Read Instructions: All the safety and operating instructions should be read before  
table. The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult, and  
serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, bracket, or table  
recommended by Scientific-Atlanta. Any mounting of the product should  
follow the instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by  
Scientific-Atlanta.  
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,  
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart  
combination to overturn.  
this product is operated.  
1.  
2.  
Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained  
for future reference.  
Heed Warnings: All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions  
should be adhered to.  
3.  
4.  
Follow Instructions: All operating and use instructions should be followed.  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
Cleaning: Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use  
liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
5.  
6.  
Attachments: Do not use attachments not recommended by Scientific-Atlanta as  
they may cause hazards.  
Water and Moisture: Do not use this product near water - for example, near a  
bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a  
swimming pool, and the like.  
8.  
Ventilation: Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and  
to ensure reliable operation of the product, and to protect it from overheating.  
These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be  
blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This  
product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack  
unless proper ventilation is provided or the instructions have been adhered to.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
9.  
Heat: This product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators,  
heat registers, stoves or other products (including amplifiers) that radiate heat.  
18. Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer  
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:  
(a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.  
10. Power Sources: This product should be operated only from the type of power  
source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power  
supply in your home or business, consult your appliance dealer or local power  
company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other  
sources, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the product.  
For applications other than in North America, a suitable attachment plug  
adapter should be used for connection to the power source. For determining the  
appropriate attachment adapter type, refer to qualified technical personnel.  
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.  
(c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water.  
(d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instruc-  
tions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions  
as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will of-  
ten require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its  
normal operation.  
(e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.  
(f) The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.  
11. Polarization: This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating cur-  
rent line plug (i.e., a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will  
fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable  
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should  
still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not de-  
feat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
19. Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service  
technician uses replacement parts specified by Scientific-Atlanta, or parts hav-  
ing the same operating characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized part  
substitutions made may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.  
20. Safety Check: Upon completion of any service or repairs made to this product,  
ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product  
is in safe operating condition.  
12. Power Cord Protection: Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are  
not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them,  
paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the  
point where they exit from the appliance.  
21. Outdoor Antenna Grounding: If an outside antenna or cable system is con-  
nected to this product, ensure that the antenna or cable system is properly  
grounded to provide protection against voltage surges and built-up static  
charges. Appropriate sections of the National Electrical Code (NFPA 1990) pro-  
vide information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting  
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, connec-  
tion to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode (see  
“…About receiver & satellite antenna grounding”).  
13. Lightning: For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or  
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from  
the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent  
damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.  
14. Power Lines: An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of  
overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can  
fall into such power or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, ex-  
treme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as  
contact with them might be fatal.  
15. Overloading: Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or integral conven-  
ience receptacles, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
16. 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. Never spill liquid of any kind  
on the product.  
17. Servicing: Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or re-  
moving covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all  
servicing to qualified service personnel.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
«$ERXWꢀUHFHLYHUꢀ ꢀVDWHOOLWHꢀDQWHQQDꢀJURXQGLQJ  
Before you can operate your Headend Satellite Receiver system, both the receiver  
chassis and the satellite antenna LNB connection(s) must be properly grounded.  
Information about grounding your receiver and satellite antenna follow.  
*URXQGLQJꢀWKHꢀUHFHLYHU  
The receiver ground connection is made from the shield1 conductor attached to the  
RF coaxial cable “F” connector (rear panel SATELLITE input) to an external  
grounding rod via a receiver/antenna grounding block. A separate grounding  
wire connects the grounding block (and the satellite antenna LNB grounding  
block) to the grounding rod (see Figure 1).  
*URXQGLQJꢀWKHꢀ/1%ꢀDQGꢁRUꢀ9+)ꢁ8+)ꢀDQWHQQD  
The antenna ground connection is made from the satellite LNB/antenna ground  
and/or the VHF/UHF terrestrial antenna discharge unit to an external grounding  
rod via a receiver/antenna grounding block.  
Ensure that all wires/cables are properly routed, and are clamped/secured, as  
required. Install the grounding rod as close to the grounding block as possible  
(NEC 820-40 [USA]). If your satellite antenna is installed on a separate support  
structure and/or is not located near the RF antenna cable point-of-entry, a dupli-  
cate ground using a second grounding rod installed as close to the antenna as pos-  
sible is recommended. Typically, a good earth ground can be obtained by driving a  
grounding rod made of copper-clad iron into the ground next to the grounding  
block.  
*HQHUDOꢀJURXQGLQJꢀLQIRUPDWLRQ  
The actual ground/cable connections made depend on your site installation re-  
quirements, and on the type of satellite antenna and/or VHF/UHF terrestrial an-  
tenna you have. If your satellite antenna installation includes a dual-port LNB,  
both RF coaxial cables must be routed to the grounding block. When connecting RF  
coaxial antenna cables to the grounding block, looping the antenna cables as  
shown in the accompanying figure helps to direct moisture away from the  
grounding block. Always choose the shortest route possible when connecting RF  
coaxial cables to the receiver/antenna grounding block, and when connecting the  
grounding wire(s) to the grounding rod.  
1
Multi-strand (braided) shield that surrounds the center conductor of the coaxial  
cable  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
IMPORTANT  
Install this product on a flat surface only, ensuring that  
all four rubber feet are making full contact with the  
mounting surface. During norm al operation, it is  
6$)(7<ꢀ35(&$87,216ꢀꢂ(8ꢀ0DUNHWꢃ  
0(685(6ꢀ'(ꢀ6e&85,7e  
6,&+(5+(,760$661$+0(1  
35(&$8&,21(6ꢀ'(ꢀ6(*85,'$'  
recom mended that physical contact be limited to using  
the front panel buttons only. Do not place any other  
equipment directly on top of the receiver, and prevent  
foreign objects from coming into direct contact with the  
chassis. Subjecting this product to abnormal impact  
may result in mom entary interruption of video service.  
:$51,1*  
To prevent fire or electric shock:  
NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS  
IN THE UNITED KINGDOM  
WARNING  
THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED  
$&ꢀ0$,16ꢀ/($'ꢀ&211(&7,21ꢀꢂ,03257$17ꢃ  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
$77(17,21  
Afin d'éviter tout incendie ou choc électrique:  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond  
with coloured markings identifying the terminal in your plug, proceed as follows:  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
:$5181*  
Um Feuer oder elektrischen Schock zu vermeiden:  
35e&$87,216ꢀ-ꢀ35(1'5(  
$'9(57(1&,$  
Para prevenir incendio o una descarga electrica:  
&$87,21  
9256,&+7  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
35(&$8&,21  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
7DEOHꢀRIꢀFRQWHQWV  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
,QWURGXFWLRQ  
«$ERXWꢀWKLVꢀJXLGH  
8QSDFNLQJꢀ\RXUꢀUHFHLYHU  
This Installation and Operation Guide includes all the information you’ll need to  
install and begin using your Scientific-Atlanta PowerVu Headend Satellite Re-  
ceiver. Use it to familiarize yourself with product features and operation, and for  
quick reference when needed. The guide provides complete operating instructions  
and other important information about your Headend Satellite Receiver. We rec-  
ommend that you read this guide before you begin using the receiver.  
Before you proceed with unpacking the equipment, inspect the shipping carton for  
damage. If damage is apparent, do not proceed with unpacking and report the  
damage immediately to the shipper or your retailer. If there is no apparent dam-  
age, remove the contents from the carton and protective packaging. Retain the  
packaging in the event of return, or for equipment storage.  
%HIRUHꢀ\RXꢀJHWꢀVWDUWHG  
<RXUꢀ+HDGHQGꢀ6DWHOOLWHꢀ5HFHLYHU  
Before proceeding, check that your Headend Satellite Receiver is correctly installed  
as part of your Video/Audio system. Before you can operate the receiver, it must  
be properly connected to your satellite LNB antenna, TV monitor and to other A/V  
equipment, as required. For information about installing and connecting the re-  
ceiver, refer to this guide. If you need assistance with the installation of your  
Headend Satellite Receiver or satellite antenna, or with connecting or modifying  
your equipment installation, contact your dealer/reseller or local service provider  
for assistance. For product identification and other/servicing information, see the  
Appendices.  
Welcome to the world of PowerVu direct-broadcast satellite services. Your Headend  
Satellite Receiver provides the ultimate in digital-quality video, audio and data serv-  
ices. Designed using state-of-the-art MPEG 2 digital compression and broadcast sat-  
ellite technology, your PowerVu Model D9225 Headend Satellite Receiver is quality-  
built for trouble-free operation, and comes equipped with many built-in features and  
capabilities. Depending on the country or jurisdiction where it is used, your Headend  
Satellite Receiver may be slightly different from other models.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
&RQQHFWLQJꢀ\RXUꢀV\VWHP  
The following information is provided to help you set up and connect the Headend  
Satellite Receiver to the satellite antenna, TV monitor, and other A/V  
(Audio/Video) headend equipment. The accompanying figure shows receiver rear  
panel connections for the NTSC receivers base version. For equipment intercon-  
nection details, see “TV & RF plus optional connections”.  
$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ(;3$16,21ꢀSRUW  
The Headend Satellite Receiver can be operated and monitored remotely via the  
EXPANSION port when connected to a PC workstation or data terminal. Remote  
receiver operation requires installation of a PC/data communications program.  
Note that certain program settings may vary, depending on the type of worksta-  
tion/terminal equipment being used. Data interface cables connected between the  
Headend Satellite Receiver and some customer equipment may require a unique  
pin-out for proper operation via the EXPANSION port (DB-25 female connector).  
For port pin-out information, see the accompanying table. Note that only those  
EXPANSION port pins used are shown (i.e., all other pins are unused, or are not  
required for normal operation).  
L/R BALANCED  
TO VIDEO INPUT (CABLE HEADEND)  
AUDIO OUTPUT  
TO SATELLITE ANTENNA  
OR EXTERNAL MODULATOR  
LEVEL CONTROLS  
STEREO/MONO  
AC POWER SOCKET  
AUDIO SELECT SW.  
LNB POWER SW.  
803-297  
LNB PW R  
ON O FF  
VIDEO  
SATELLIT E  
R
L
EXPANSION P O RT  
AC IN 100V-240V ~AC  
50/60Hz 1.4A M A X  
Scientific  
This apparatus  
must be earthed  
Atlanta  
Satellite Television Networks  
LNB PW R  
+13/+19V 500m A M AX  
AUDIO  
TO L/R BALANCED AUDIO INPUT  
TERMINAL BLOCK (CABLE HEADEND)  
TO PC/W ORKSTATION  
OR DATA TERMINAL  
(OPTIONAL)  
TO AUDIO INPUT (CABLE HEADEND)  
OR EXTERNAL MODULATOR  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
79ꢀ ꢀ5)ꢀSOXVꢀRSWLRQDOꢀFRQQHFWLRQV  
The accompanying figure shows the cable connections required for the satellite  
LNB and TV monitor plus other (optional) connections that can be made from the  
rear panel of your Headend Satellite Receiver. As many different equipment con-  
figurations are possible, use the following information as a guide only. If you need  
assistance to identify your specific equipment configuration needs, contact your  
dealer/reseller or local service provider (see also “Connecting your system”).  
±
803-297  
LNB PWR  
ON OFF  
VIDEO  
SATELLITE  
R
L
EXPANSION PORT  
AC IN 100V -240V ~AC  
50/60Hz 1.4A M AX  
Scientific  
This apparatus  
m ust be earthed  
Atlanta  
Satellite Television Networks  
LNB PWR  
+13/+19V 500mA MAX  
AUDIO  
p/o1 Headend System  
Equipment  
DATA PORT  
R
L
VIDEO  
RF IN  
AUDIO  
IN  
L/R Balanced Audio Inputs  
1part of)  
TV M onitor Audio  
Video/RF Inputs  
Satellite Antenna LNB  
(RG-6 cable)  
&
(
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
2SHUDWLQJꢀWKHꢀUHFHLYHU  
This Installation and Operation Guide provides all the information you need to  
ALT MODE  
INDICATOR LED  
SIGNAL PRESENCE  
INDICATOR LED  
NUMERIC KEYPAD AND  
MULTI-FUNCTION BUTTONS  
setup and operate your PowerVu Headend Satellite Receiver.  
C
/K  
u
FE  
C
S
.Q  
.
M
O
D
E
S
P
Y
M
S
IG  
S
EL  
E
CT  
FR  
A
E
Q
O
L
A
FC  
Headend Satellite Receiver  
LT  
V
IE  
W
STANDBY  
MENU  
)URQWꢀSDQHOꢀFRQWUROVꢀ ꢀGLVSOD\  
ALPHA-NUMERIC  
DISPLAY WINDOW  
The front panel of your Headend Satellite Receiver provides controls for switching  
the receiver on and off, switching the receiver to Alt Mode operation, activating  
and navigating menus, and for interfacing with the Smart Card. A Signal presence  
LED and an Alternate Mode indicator LED are provided. A 4 digit, 7-segment LED  
display provides visual identification of current receiver settings, and also pro-  
vides user feedback when changing the current receiver setup via the front panel.  
An introduction to each of the front panel buttons and indicators follows.  
ON/STANDBY  
BUTTON  
MENU BUTTON  
Smart Card SLOT  
6,*1$/ꢀLQGLFDWRUꢀ/('  
The Signal indicator LED is ON when your Headend Satellite Receiver is synchro-  
nized with the incoming digital video signal. If no incoming signal is detected or  
recognized by the receiver, or if the receiver setup is incorrect, this LED is OFF. If  
the incoming signal or signal synchronization is temporarily interrupted or lost,  
this LED may turn OFF or may flicker (i.e., turn ON and OFF intermittently). Also,  
if the receiver is not authorized to receiver programming via the local service pro-  
vider, the SIGNAL LED flashes ON and OFF (i.e., ON and OFF). For more infor-  
mation about troubleshooting your Headend Satellite Receiver, see “Appendix B  
Troubleshooting”.  
67$1'%<ꢀEXWWRQ  
The STANDBY button switches the Headend Satellite Receiver on and off  
(standby).  
STANDBY  
When the receiver is switched on, the front panel LED display is ON. When  
switched off (standby), all indicator and display LEDs are OFF, and a single dot  
flashes ON and OFF, repeatedly.  
$/7ꢀ0RGHꢀLQGLFDWRUꢀ/('  
The ALT Mode indicator LED flashes ON and OFF when your Commercial Satel-  
lite Receiver is operating in Alt-1 Mode, and is ON when operating in Alt-2 Mode.  
When operating the receiver in Alt Mode, you can use the front panel keypad Alt  
Mode functions to change the current receiver setup. When the receiver is in nor-  
mal operating mode, this LED is OFF. For information about using Alt Mode func-  
tions to operate your Headend Satellite Receiver, see “Setting up the receiver”.  
0(18ꢀEXWWRQ  
While viewing any channel you can use the MENU button (front panel) to display  
the Main Menu.  
ꢄꢅ6HJPHQWꢀGLVSOD\  
Visual identification of current receiver settings is provided by a 4 digit, 7-segment  
LED display. The display provides you with immediate feedback when making  
changes to the current receiver setup via the front panel buttons. When the receiver  
is switched on, the 7-segment display shows the current channel.  
MENU  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Use the VIEW button to return to normal receiver operation from Alt Mode. Other  
Alt Mode functions are also available via the front panel. For complete information  
about viewing or changing the current receiver setup using Alt Mode functions,  
see “Alt Mode operation”.  
0
ꢅ)  
ꢀNH\SDG  
The multi-function keypad includes the  
,
,
and  
arrow buttons and the  
SELECT button. Use the arrow buttons and the SELECT button to operate the on-  
screen menus. The arrow buttons are found on the receiver front panel together  
with the SELECT button. You use the SELECT button separately to make selections  
from on-screen menus, and together with the arrow buttons to perform special  
functions (see also “Front panel controls & display”).  
6
&
ꢀVORW  
Security and/or preauthorized satellite broadcast services upgrades via Smart  
Card are planned in future for the PowerVu Headend Satellite Receiver.  
While viewing any channel you can use the  
or lower) channels, and the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the vol-  
ume level, respectively. Note that arrow buttons control available channels  
only (see also “CHANGING channels” and “CHANGING the volume”).  
/
arrow buttons to display (higher  
/
/
&
FKDQQHOV  
While viewing any channel you can change channels (higher or lower) one channel  
at a time. Channels are changed (higher or lower) depending on which button is  
pressed.  
Channels can also be changed directly by pressing the numbered front panel but-  
tons (e.g., to change to channel 5, press 0005, or press 5 and then SELECT).  
1
ꢀNH\SDG  
&
WKHꢀYROXPH  
While viewing any channel you can use the front panel buttons to change the cur-  
rent receiver setup by switching from normal receiver operation to one of two (2)  
alternate operating modes (i.e., Alt Mode-1 and Alt Mode-2). For more information  
about Alt Modes, see “Setting up the receiver”.  
While viewing any channel you can increase or decrease the volume level. The  
volume level is increased or decreased depending on which button is pressed.  
While in normal operating mode (i.e., front panel ALT LED OFF), you can use the  
front panel numeric keypad to change any channel from 001 through 999, or to  
enter information for menu options (see “Setting up the receiver”).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
0HQXVꢀDWꢁDꢁJODQFH  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
6HWWLQJꢀXSꢀWKHꢀUHFHLYHU  
This section provides important operating information regarding the setup and  
operation of your PowerVu Headend Satellite Receiver and satellite antenna signal  
source, including signal search. Before you begin using the receiver, it is important  
that you read all of the information in this section first. If you are modifying your  
receiver or system configuration, you may need to change the current settings to  
suit your operating requirements.  
$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ$OWHUQDWHꢀ0RGHꢀLQWHUIDFH  
While viewing any channel, you can use Alt Mode functions to view the current  
receiver setup, or you can view or change the current setup from the Installer  
Channel. Alt Mode functions are available via receiver front panel buttons. Alt-1  
function labels are printed directly on the keypad bezel above each button (see  
Figure 4). Alt-2 functions are also associated with front panel buttons, except that  
the function names are not printed on the keypad bezel (see “About entering  
numbers using front panel buttons”). As with the menu interface, access to Alt  
Mode functions is controlled by system Lock Levels and the security Password.  
More information about Lock Levels and the Password is contained in this section.  
For detailed information about how each of the Alt-1 and Alt-2 functions are used  
to set up the receiver, see “Alt Mode operation”.  
$ERXWꢀRSHUDWLQJꢀWKHꢀRQꢅVFUHHQꢀPHQXV  
Because some or all of the receiver setup can be Password-protected, you may or  
may not be permitted to make changes to the current settings.  
While viewing any channel, you can display on-screen menus for viewing or  
changing the current receiver setup. While in menus, you can change the current  
receiver settings, and/or display other menus. Some menus contain setup infor-  
mation which is available for viewing only, and cannot be changed. Numbered  
menu options are used to display other menus. Access to menus and changeable  
menu options is controlled by system Lock Levels and a security Password. For  
more information about Lock Levels and the Password, see “About the Pass-  
word”.  
Both the menu interface and the Alt Mode interface can be used interchangeably  
for performing most receiver setup tasks, since both are operated via receiver op-  
erating system software. However, not all menu interface functions are duplicated  
by the Alt Mode interface. Depending on how you have installed and connected  
the Headend Satellite Receiver, you may or may not be able to use the menu inter-  
face. If the receiver is connected to a TV/video display monitor, you can view or  
change the current receiver setup via on-screen menus. Conversely, if no TV/video  
display monitor connection is available, only the front panel Alt Mode interface  
can be used for receiver setup, and you will not need to reference instructions pro-  
vided for operating the various menus.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
If the selected value is out of range or conflicts with another setting, a pop-up mes-  
sage displays information about the error, or substituted (default) value. For a list  
of frequency-related error messages, see Table 6.  
Menu interface: Some menu options let you enter values directly using front panel  
buttons. To enter numbers directly and to operate numeric functions, perform the  
following actions.  
When you select EXIT or if you press the MENU button after making changes, a  
pop-up menu displays available Save options (see “About saving changes”).  
Changes made must be saved before exiting (see “About saving changes”). If  
you press SELECT to clear the entry, pressing the  
or  
arrow button displays  
available options (numbers) in fixed steps.  
Repeat this action to change the current setting. If a value entered is out of range or  
conflicts with another setting, a pop-up message displays information about the  
error, or substituted (default) value. For a list of frequency-related error messages,  
see Table 6.  
For more information about the Password, see “About the Password”.  
$ERXWꢀHQWHULQJꢀQXPEHUVꢀXVLQJꢀIURQWꢀSDQHOꢀEXWWRQV  
Alt Mode interface: The Alt Mode interface cannot be used for direct numeric en-  
try. Some Alt Mode options let you enter values directly using front panel buttons.  
To operate the front panel for setting numeric functions while in Alt Mode, per-  
form the following actions.  
$ERXWꢀVDYLQJꢀFKDQJHV  
Alt Mode interface: After making changes to the current setup via any Alt Mode  
function, you must save or discard the changes. Saved changes are used to update  
the current receiver settings which are stored in non-volatile memory. Discarding  
changes restores the previously saved settings. You can also cancel the operation to  
make further changes. For more information about Alt Modes, see “Alt Mode op-  
eration”.  
When you press the ALT, VIEW or STANDBY button after making changes, “sav?”  
is displayed at the front panel (see Figure 4).  
Each change made must be saved before exiting (see “About saving changes”).  
Pressing the  
or  
arrow button displays available options (numbers) in fixed  
steps. Note that stepping speed increases if you press and hold down the arrow  
button.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
«$ERXWꢀWKHꢀFXUUHQWꢀFKDQQHO  
When you change from normal receiver operation to Alt Mode (or navigate to  
menus from video), the information displayed is associated with the current  
(virtual) channel. If no changes are made to the current setup, you are automati-  
cally returned to the previously-watched channel when you exit to video. If any  
changes are made which affect the received digital signal, exiting to video after  
saving changes is preceded by the Installer Channel banner display (i.e., chan-  
nel 0). The current channel is displayed on-screen when in video, at the front panel  
when using the Alt Mode interface, and at the Available Services menu. For more  
information about the Installer Channel, see “Alt Mode operation“.  
Menu interface: After making changes to current receiver setup, you must save or  
discard changes. Saved changes are used to update the current receiver settings  
which are stored in non-volatile memory. Discarding changes restores the previ-  
ously saved settings. You can also cancel the operation to make further changes.  
For more information about menus, see “On-screen menu operation”.  
When you select EXIT, or if you press the MENU, VIEW or SELECT button after  
making changes, a pop-up menu displays available Save options (see Figure 4).  
After changes are saved, you are automatically returned to the previous menu.  
You can also perform these menu functions using the following front panel but-  
tons.  
$ERXWꢀFKDQJLQJꢀWKHꢀ9LGHRꢀ6WDQGDUG  
The Video Standard used to operate the receiver is preset at the factory to either  
NTSC (525-line), or PAL (625-line), depending on factory-installed options (if the  
receiver is equipped with a TV modulator, the compatible Video Standard is set as  
the factory default). Changing the Video Standard is normally required only for  
operating the receiver in a network or jurisdiction that uses the alternate Video  
Standard, and/or when new (or different) subscriber services are made available.  
Changing the Video Standard or resetting the receiver to the default factory set-  
tings may cause the TV video to display improperly. If the current Video Standard  
setting is incompatible with subscriber/network services, it must be changed. For  
information about factory default settings, see “User Setup menu”.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ1HWZRUNꢀ,'  
$ERXWꢀ/RFNꢀ/HYHOV  
Operating the Headend Satellite Receiver in a DVB1 network requires a valid Net-  
work ID. This number must be correctly set to match the Network ID associated  
with the uplink signal. Loss of service will result if the receiver Network ID does  
not match the uplink signal Network ID information. If you are unsure about  
which Network ID to use, contact your dealer/reseller or local service provider.  
Four (4) user-selectable Lock Levels are available for protecting your Headend Sat-  
ellite Receiver and the current receiver settings against unauthorized use or modi-  
fication (see Table 2). A Lock Level 0 setting lets you make any changes to the cur-  
rent receiver setup. Lock Levels 1 and 2 settings limit access to settings that cannot  
compromise the video signal. A Lock Level 3 setting prevents any changes to the  
current receiver setup by blocking access to menus or to the front panel (i.e., Alt  
Mode). A Lock Level 4 setting can only be changed via remote terminal (Serial Re-  
mote Control commands) or PCC uplink signal, and displays N/A (Not Applica-  
ble) if set. When the receiver configuration is protected via Lock Levels 3 or 4,  
menus cannot be displayed. Note that after setting the Lock Level to 3 and saving  
changes (menus only), exiting from the User Setup menu automatically returns you  
to video.  
The Network ID used to operate the receiver is preset at the factory (i.e., to 1).  
Changing the Network ID or resetting the receiver to the factory default settings  
may cause loss of service. If the Network ID required for your uplink service is  
unknown or is incorrect, it must be correctly identified and set. For information  
about factory default settings, see “User Setup menu”.  
If an incorrect Password is entered at the Password prompt, a message displays to  
confirm the invalid Password, and access to the menu or option is denied. If a  
change made to the current Lock Level setting is not saved, the previously-saved  
setting is restored. The accompanying table summarizes Lock Level settings and  
associated receiver options.  
$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ3DVVZRUG  
A unique Password (4-digit number) protects the current receiver settings against  
unauthorized changes. When changing the Password, record and keep this num-  
ber in a secure location. The default password provided is…  
Menu interface: When an attempt is made to change the current Lock Level setting  
(if set to Level 1, 2 or 3), a Password prompt displays. After the correct Password is  
entered, the Lock Level setting is automatically reset to Level 0. Similarly, the cor-  
rect Password is also required before changing the Lock Level setting from Level 0  
to Level 1 or higher. If no password is entered (Lock Level 3 is set), or if no other  
button is pressed within one (1) minute of the banner/prompt display, the current  
virtual channel displays automatically.  
It is recommended that you change the default Password to a different Password  
when the receiver is first installed, and periodically afterward, as required. If the  
Password is lost or is unknown, contact your dealer/reseller or local service pro-  
vider for assistance.  
Alt Mode interface: The Alt Mode interface operates like the menu interface when  
changing the Lock Level settings, except that the current Lock Level setting can be  
changed higher or lower without being first reset to Level 0. The Lock Level setting  
1 Digital Video Broadcasting  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
is only reset to Level 0 after the correct Password is entered (Lock Level 3 is set). In  
addition, the Password prompt displays after the Lock Level setting is changed.  
Once activated, the receiver begins searching for a signal associated with the cur-  
rent Network ID. When a possible match is found, the search is temporarily inter-  
rupted while the receiver attempts to synchronize with the found signal. If syn-  
chronization is successful, the signal status is displayed on-screen. Settings can be  
saved, as required, before exiting to video (current channel). If receiver synchroni-  
zation cannot take place, the signal is discarded and the signal search is automati-  
cally resumed. If no signal is found, the signal search continues indefinitely, and  
must be manually terminated. A signal search can also be manually terminated, or  
interrupted and resumed with different settings. To disable the search, set the  
Search to OFF. A search is also terminated automatically if the current channel is  
changed, or if the MENU button is pressed.  
Signal Searches are constrained or limited by the current Search Type and the  
boundary settings for the Lower and Upper Range frequencies. Default Search  
Type, Lower Range and Upper Range (frequency) criteria used for conducting the  
Signal Search can only be changed via the menu interface. For information about  
factory default settings, see “User Setup menu”.  
$ERXWꢀ6LJQDOꢀ6HDUFKHV  
Searching for a signal with the “Search” option is used for restoring normal re-  
ceiver operation if the received signal is interrupted or lost, or is changed by the  
local broadcast satellite services provider.  
A signal search is enabled by setting the Search option to ON, and is activated  
automatically only if the carrier signal is interrupted or lost for more than 20 sec-  
onds, and only if the receiver is operating in normal mode (i.e., menus are not dis-  
played). If the lost carrier signal is recovered within 20 seconds, the receiver will  
attempt to synchronize with the last locked channel. If unavailable, the “NO  
CHANNEL” banner is displayed. If the lost carrier signal is not recovered within  
this time, a signal search is activated automatically.  
1 Baud Rate and TV Audio options are unlocked  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$OWꢀ0RGHꢀRSHUDWLRQ  
Setting up your Headend Satellite Receiver via the Alt Mode interface requires  
setup of frequency-related and other options. These settings are used by the re-  
ceiver for locking onto the signal, and for optimizing receiver performance. Some  
menu interface functions are also available via the Alt Mode interface. For a sum-  
mary of Alt Mode functions, see Table 4.  
$ERXWꢀ$OWꢀ0RGHV  
While viewing any channel, you can use Alt Mode functions to view the current  
receiver setup, or you can view or change the current setup from the Installer  
Channel. Alt Mode functions are available via receiver front panel buttons. Alt-1  
function labels are printed directly on the keypad bezel above each button (see  
Figure 4). Alt-2 functions are also associated with front panel buttons, except that  
the function names are not printed on the keypad bezel (see “About entering  
numbers using front panel buttons”). As with the menu interface, access to Alt  
Mode functions is controlled by system Lock Levels and the security Password.  
More information about Lock Levels and the Password is contained in this section.  
While the receiver is operating in Alt-2 Mode, the ALT LED is ON, and only Alt-2  
functions are available. Pressing ALT once (or pressing VIEW) returns the receiver  
to normal operation (i.e., the ALT LED is OFF).  
Complete information about how each of the Alt-1 and Alt-2 functions are used to  
set up the receiver is contained in this section.  
While the receiver is operating in Alt-1 Mode, the ALT LED flashes ON and OFF,  
and only Alt-1 functions are available via front panel buttons. Pressing ALT twice  
(or pressing VIEW) returns the receiver to normal operation (i.e., the ALT LED is  
OFF).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Table 4 provides a summary of available Alt Mode functions.  
«$ERXWꢀIUHTXHQF\ꢀVHWWLQJV  
As you make changes to the current setup, the receiver checks that the Local Os-  
cillator frequencies, Crossover frequency, Frequency and Frequency Mode settings  
are compatible with each other. A Crossover frequency is required only if you are  
using both Local Oscillators (i.e., you have a dual-band LNB). If used, the Local  
Oscillator Frequency #2 must be greater than Local Oscillator Frequency #1. The  
operating Frequency, Local Oscillator frequencies plus the Crossover frequency  
must be correctly set as specified by your antenna/LNB manufacturer,  
dealer/reseller or local service provider. The Frequency setting plus other settings  
used depend on subscriber/network services available, and may vary.  
The relationships between the Downlink frequency, the Local Oscillator frequency  
and the resulting L-Band (operating) Frequency are shown in Table 3 for both  
C-Band (3.7 GHz through 4.2 GHz) and Ku-Band (10.7 GHz through 15 GHz) op-  
eration.  
The examples that follow are provided to help explain how frequency settings can  
be changed by switching from lower to higher resolution at the front panel display.  
The (default) lower resolution display (i.e., four most significant digits) changes the  
value up or down in larger steps for making coarse adjustments. When selected,  
the higher resolution display (i.e., four least significant digits) changes the value up  
or down in smaller steps for making fine adjustments. When in Alt-1 or Alt-2  
Mode, pressing the up  
down. You use the left  
or down  
or right  
arrow button advances the frequency up or  
arrow button to change from low to high  
resolution. Note that when displaying high resolution (i.e., least significant digits),  
the decimal point appearing after the least significant digit flashes ON and OFF  
repeatedly.  
Downlink frequency: (see Figure 7) For example; if the current Downlink fre-  
quency is 12.25225 GHz, changing to Alt-1 Mode (ALT LED flashes) and then  
pressing 7 displays the four most significant digits on the front panel (i.e., 12.25).  
At low resolution (A), pressing the up  
or down  
arrow button advances the  
frequency up or down in 10 MHz steps (i.e., 12.26, 12.27, and so on). Pressing and  
holding down the up  
ther.  
or down  
arrow button will increase the step size fur-  
1 Frequency  
2 Press ALT once for Alt-1 Mode operation  
3 Press ALT twice for Alt-2 Mode operation  
4 Enables or disables Signal Search  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
A
B
A
B
For high resolution (B), pressing the left  
or right  
arrow button displays the  
For high resolution (B), pressing the left  
or right  
arrow button displays the  
four least significant digits (i.e., 5225). At high resolution (decimal point flashes  
ON and OFF), pressing the up or down arrow button advances the frequency  
up or down in 250 kHz steps (i.e., 5250, 5275, and so on). Pressing and holding  
down the up or down arrow button will increase the step size further.  
four least significant digits (i.e., 0.750). At high resolution (decimal point flashes  
ON and OFF), pressing the up or down arrow button advances the frequency  
up or down in 1 MHz steps (i.e., 0.751, 0.752, and so on). Pressing and holding  
down the up or down arrow button will increase the step size further.  
L-Band frequency: (see Figure 8) For example; if a current L-Band frequency is  
1502.25 MHz, changing to Alt-1 Mode (ALT LED flashes) and pressing 4 (to dis-  
play Lb1 or Lb2), and then pressing 7 displays the four most significant digits on  
Crossover frequency: Because the Crossover and LO frequency ranges are similar,  
refer to the above example for changing the Crossover frequency using the high  
and low resolution front panel display (see Figure 10).  
the front panel (i.e., 1502.). At low resolution (A), pressing the up  
or down  
arrow button advances the frequency up or down in 1 MHz steps (i.e., 1503., 1504.,  
and so on). Pressing and holding down the up  
increase the step size further.  
or down  
arrow button will  
«$ERXWꢀFKDQJLQJꢀWKHꢀ6\PEROꢀ5DWH  
A
B
The example that follows is provided to help explain how the Symbol Rate setting  
can be changed by switching from lower to higher resolution at the front panel  
display. The (default) lower resolution (i.e., four most significant digits) changes  
the value up or down in larger steps for making coarse adjustments. When se-  
lected, the higher resolution (i.e., four least significant digits) changes the value up  
or down in smaller steps for making fine adjustments You can use the left  
or  
right arrow button to change from low to high resolution display. When dis-  
playing high resolution (i.e., least significant digits), the decimal point appearing  
after the least significant digit flashes ON and OFF repeatedly.  
For high resolution (B), pressing the left  
or right  
arrow button displays the  
four least significant digits (i.e., 02.25). At high resolution (decimal point flashes  
ON and OFF), pressing the up or down arrow button advances the frequency  
up or down in 250 kHz steps (i.e., 02.50, 02.75 and so on). Pressing and holding  
down the up or down arrow button will increase the step size further.  
Symbol Rate: (see Figure 9) For example; if the current Symbol Rate is 28.3465  
Msymbols/s, changing to Alt-1 Mode (ALT LED flashes) and then pressing 5 dis-  
plays the four most significant digits on the front panel (i.e., 28.34). At low resolu-  
tion (A), pressing the up or down arrow button advances the Symbol Rate up  
or down in 10 Kbit/s steps (i.e., 28.35, 28.36, and so on). Pressing and holding  
down the up or down arrow button will increase the step size further.  
Local Oscillator frequency: (see Figure 10) For example; if a current Local Oscil-  
lator frequency is 10.750 GHz, changing to Alt-2 Mode (ALT LED is on) and then  
pressing 2 displays the four most significant digits on the front panel (i.e., 10.75).  
At low resolution (A), pressing the up  
or down  
arrow button advances the  
frequency up or down in 10 MHz steps (i.e., 10.76, 10.77, and so on). Pressing and  
A
B
holding down the up  
ther.  
or down  
arrow button will increase the step size fur-  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
For high resolution (B), pressing the left  
four least significant digits (i.e., 3465). At high resolution (decimal point flashes  
ON and OFF), pressing the up or down arrow button advances the Symbol  
or right  
arrow button displays the  
$OWꢁꢃꢀ0RGH  
Rate up or down in 100 bit/s steps (i.e., 3466, 3467 and so on). Pressing and hold-  
ing down the up or down arrow button will increase the step size further.  
While the receiver is operating in Alt-2 Mode, the ALT LED is ON, and only Alt-2  
functions are available. Pressing ALT once (or pressing VIEW) returns the receiver  
to normal operation (i.e., the ALT LED is OFF).  
$)&ꢀ/HYHO  
Display only: The AFC (Automatic Frequency Control) Level display option is an  
Alt-1 Mode function. The displayed AFC Level (any number from -50 through +50)  
is the current relative offset from the set center frequency of the decoded digital  
signal. The receiver automatically compensates for a +/- 2.5 MHz frequency offset  
which is equivalent to an AFC Level of approximately +/- 12.  
$VSHFWꢀ5DWLR  
Display only: The Aspect Ratio option is an Alt-2 Mode function. The selected As-  
pect Ratio lets you view programming broadcast in normal/narrow (4 X 3) or wide  
(16 X 9) format on your TV monitor. Wide format is available when wide aspect  
ratio information is included with the broadcast, and only if enabled at the uplink.  
If you are unsure about which Aspect Ratio to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or  
local service provider.  
The AFC Level can be displayed from any channel.  
$OWꢁꢂꢀ0RGH  
The Aspect Ratio can be displayed from any channel.  
While the receiver is operating in Alt-1 Mode, the ALT LED flashes ON and OFF,  
and only Alt-1 functions are available via front panel buttons. Pressing ALT twice  
(or pressing VIEW) returns the receiver to normal operation (i.e., the ALT LED is  
OFF).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
%DXGꢀ5DWH  
The Baud Rate option is an Alt-2 Mode function. The selected Baud Rate sets the  
Baud Rate for the serial Expansion Port (if used). If you are unsure about which  
Baud Rate to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Repeat this action to change the FEC Rate. The FEC Rate can be displayed from any  
channel, but can only be changed from the Installer Channel (see “…About the  
current channel).  
%DQGꢀ6HOHFW  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
Display only: The Band Select display option is an Alt-1 Mode function. The oper-  
ating (frequency) band displayed identifies the operating L-Band frequency  
(C-Band or Ku-Band) used by the receiver (see also “Frequency Mode”). The oper-  
ating band can only be set via the menu interface. If you are unsure about which  
frequency to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Repeat this action to change to another Baud Rate. The Baud Rate can be displayed  
or changed from any channel.  
)(&ꢀ5DWH  
The FEC Rate option is an Alt-1 Mode function. The selected FEC Rate must match  
the FEC Rate associated with the transmitted signal. If you are unsure about which  
FEC rate to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
The operating Band can be displayed from any channel.  
Perform the first step if you are changing the FEC Rate.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
&URVVRYHUꢀIUHTXHQF\  
)DFWRU\ꢀ5HVHW  
The Crossover frequency option is an Alt-2 Mode function. The Crossover fre-  
quency is an internal threshold frequency used for selecting the L-Band 1 or  
L-Band 2 frequency, depending on the current Downlink and L-Band frequency  
settings. The Crossover frequency is valid only if the Frequency Mode is set to  
Downlink (dnLn). If you are unsure about which Crossover Frequency to use,  
contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
The Factory Reset option is an Alt-1 Mode function, and is used to replace the cur-  
rent receiver settings with the factory default settings. If you are unsure about us-  
ing factory default settings, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
For information about factory default receiver settings, see “Setting up the re-  
ceiver” (see also Table 8).  
Perform the first step if you are changing the Crossover Frequency.  
Repeat this action to restore the factory default settings. Once initiated, a Factory  
Reset cannot be interrupted or reversed. A Factory Reset can only be performed  
from the Installer Channel (see …About the current channel”).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
)UHTXHQF\  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. You use the left  
or right  
arrow button to change from low to high resolution. Note that when displaying  
high resolution (i.e., least significant digits), the decimal point flashes ON and OFF  
repeatedly (see “…About frequency settings”). The Crossover frequency can be  
displayed from any channel, but can only be changed from the Installer Channel  
(see “…About the current channel). A Crossover frequency is only required when  
the Frequency Mode is set to Downlink (dnLn), and is not valid if set to L-Band 1  
[Lb1] or L-Band 2 [Lb2]. For more information about frequency settings, see  
“Setting up the receiver”.  
The Frequency option is an Alt-1 Mode function. The displayed Frequency is the  
current Downlink [dnLn], L-Band 1 [Lb1] or L-Band 2 [Lb2] operating frequency  
used by the receiver for tuning the received digital signal. If you are unsure about  
which Frequency to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Perform the first step if you are changing the operating Frequency.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Repeat this action to change the Frequency Mode. The Frequency Mode can be  
displayed from any channel, but can only be changed from the Installer Channel  
(see “…About the current channel). Each Frequency Mode corresponds to a valid  
Local Oscillator or Downlink frequency (see also “LO Frequency #1”, “LO Fre-  
quency #2”) and “Crossover frequency”).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Repeat this action to display or change the operating frequency. You can use the  
/
arrow buttons to change between low and high resolution. Note that when  
displaying high resolution (i.e., least significant digits), the decimal point flashes  
ON and OFF repeatedly (see “…About frequency settings”). The operating fre-  
quency can be displayed from any channel, but can only be changed from the In-  
staller Channel (see “…About the current channel”).  
/RFNꢀ/HYHO  
The Lock Level option is an Alt-2 Mode function. The Lock Level determines what  
receiver/interface options are available for viewing and/or modification. If you  
are unsure about which Lock Level to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local  
service provider.  
)UHTXHQF\ꢀ0RGH  
The Frequency Mode option is an Alt-1 Mode function. The mode selected is the  
Downlink (dnLn) or L Band (Lb1 or Lb2) Frequency Mode used by the receiver. If  
you are unsure about which Frequency Mode to use, contact your dealer/reseller,  
or local service provider.  
Perform the first step if you are changing the Lock Level.  
Perform the first step if you are changing the Frequency Mode.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Repeat this action to change the Lock Level setting. The Lock Level setting can be  
changed from any channel. If Lock Level 3 is set and any button is pressed, you are  
prompted to enter the current Password. After the correct Password is entered, the  
Lock Level setting is automatically changed to Level 0. If an incorrect Password is  
entered, “bAd” is displayed at the front panel. For more information about Lock  
Levels, see “About Lock Levels”.  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. You can use the  
/
arrow  
buttons to change between low and high resolution. When displaying high resolu-  
tion (i.e., least significant digits), the decimal point flashes ON and OFF repeatedly.  
The Local Oscillator #1 frequency can be displayed from any channel, but can only  
be changed from the Installer Channel (see “…About the current channel”). The  
Local Oscillator #1 frequency is associated with the L-Band 1 [Lb1] Frequency  
Mode, and must be lower than the Local Oscillator #2 frequency. For more infor-  
mation about frequency settings, see “Setting up the receiver”.  
/2ꢀ)UHTXHQF\ꢀꢄꢂ  
The LO (Local Oscillator) Frequency #1 option is an Alt-2 Mode function. The LO  
Frequency #1 sets the satellite antenna LNB local oscillator #1 frequency, and is  
valid only if the Frequency Mode is set to L-Band 1 (Lb1) or Downlink (dnLn). If  
you are unsure about which Local Oscillator Frequency to use, contact your  
dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
/2ꢀ)UHTXHQF\ꢀꢄꢃ  
The LO (Local Oscillator) Frequency #2 option is an Alt-2 Mode function. The LO  
Frequency #2 sets the satellite antenna LNB Local Oscillator #2 frequency, and is  
valid only if the Frequency Mode is set to L-Band 2 (Lb2) or Downlink (dnLn). If  
you are unsure about which Local Oscillator Frequency to use, contact your  
dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Perform the first step if you are changing the LO Frequency #1.  
Perform the first step if you are changing the LO Frequency #2.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. You can use the  
/
arrow  
buttons to change between low and high resolution. When displaying high resolu-  
tion (i.e., least significant digits), the decimal point flashes ON and OFF repeatedly.  
The Local Oscillator #2 frequency can be displayed from any channel, but can only  
be changed from the Installer Channel (see “…About the current channel”). The  
Local Oscillator #2 frequency is associated with the L-Band 2 [Lb2] and Downlink  
(dnLn) Frequency Mode, and is required if you are using a dual Ku-Band LNB  
system. If used, the Local Oscillator #2 frequency must be higher than the Local  
Oscillator #1 frequency. For more information about frequency settings, see  
“Setting up the receiver”.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Repeat this action to change the Polarization. The Polarization can be displayed  
from any channel, but can only be changed from the Installer Channel (see  
“…About the current channel). When a Horizontal polarization is set, a 19 volt  
DC signal is output via the receiver rear panel SATELLITE connector. When a Ver-  
tical polarization is set, a 13 volt DC signal is output via this connector. If a fixed  
Horizontal or Vertical polarization is set, the setting cannot be changed via uplink  
control. Observe the effect of the Polarization change by checking the displayed  
relative Signal Strength value (see “Signal Strength“). Higher Signal Strength num-  
bers are better.  
6LJQDOꢀ4XDOLW\  
Display only: The Signal Quality display option is an Alt-1 Mode function. The  
displayed Signal Quality (any number from 0 through 10) is related to the Bit Error  
Rate (higher numbers [for Signal Quality] are better).  
The Signal Quality can be displayed from any channel.  
6LJQDOꢀ6HDUFK  
The Search option is an Alt-2 mode function. Searching for a signal with the Search  
option is used for restoring normal receiver operation if the received signal is inter-  
rupted or lost, or is changed by the local broadcast satellite services provider.  
6LJQDOꢀ3RODUL]DWLRQ  
The signal Polarization option is an Alt-1 Mode function. The selected signal Po-  
larization must match the polarization of the transmitted signal. If you are unsure  
about which Polarization to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service pro-  
vider.  
A signal search is enabled by setting the Search option to ON, and disabled by set-  
ting this option to OFF. When enabled, a signal search is activated automatically  
only if the carrier signal is interrupted or lost for more than 20 seconds (normal  
operating mode only). For more information about Signal Searches, see “Setting up  
the receiver”.  
Perform the first step if you are changing the Signal Polarization.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
6\PEROꢀ5DWH  
The Symbol Rate option is an Alt-1 Mode function. The selected Symbol Rate must  
match the Symbol Rate associated with the transmitted signal. If you are unsure  
about which Symbol Rate to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service pro-  
vider.  
Perform the first step if you are changing the Symbol Rate.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Repeat this action to change (i.e., enable or disable) the Search setting. A Signal  
Search can be executed from any channel. For more information about signal  
searches, see “Setting up the receiver”.  
6LJQDOꢀ6WUHQJWK  
Display only: The Signal Strength option is an Alt-1 Mode function. The displayed  
Signal Strength (any number from 0 through 99) is associated with the Symbol Rate  
and signal input level.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new setting (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Repeat this action to change to another Symbol Rate (see “…About changing the  
Symbol Rate”). You can use the  
/
arrow buttons to change between low and  
high resolution (see …About frequency settings”). The Symbol Rate can be dis-  
played from any channel, but can only be changed from the Installer Channel (see  
“…About the current channel”).  
The Signal Strength can be displayed from any channel.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
9LHZ  
The View option is an Alt Mode function (i.e., Alt-1 or Alt-2 Mode), and is pro-  
vided for exiting from Alt Mode to video (current channel).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (donE), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (rstr), or press 3 to cancel the operation (abrt).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
2QꢁVFUHHQꢀPHQXꢀRSHUDWLRQ  
Setting up your Headend Satellite Receiver via the menu interface requires setup of  
frequency-related and other options. These settings are used by the receiver for  
locking onto the signal, and for optimizing receiver performance. Most menu inter-  
face functions are also available via the Alt Mode interface.  
C/Ku  
FEC  
S.Q.  
1
FRQ  
2
SYM  
3
SIG  
4
FRQ  
5
POL  
6
AFC  
SELECT  
While viewing any channel, you can display on-screen menus to view or change  
the current receiver setup. Menu interface functions are available via receiver front  
panel buttons. As with the Alt Mode interface, access to menu functions is con-  
trolled by system Lock Levels and the security Password. More information about  
Lock Levels and the Password is contained in this section.  
7
8
0
9
ALT  
VIEW  
$ERXWꢀRQꢅVFUHHQꢀPHQXꢀRSHUDWLRQ  
While viewing any channel, you can display on-screen menus for viewing or  
changing the current receiver setup. Using the menu interface, you can change the  
current receiver settings, and/or display other menus. Some menus contain setup  
information which is available for viewing only, and cannot be changed. Num-  
bered menu options are used to display other menus. Access to menus and  
changeable menu options is controlled by system Lock Levels and a security Pass-  
word. For more information about Lock Levels and the Password, see “Setting up  
the receiver (see also “User Setup”).  
For more information about the Password, see “About the Password” (see also  
“Setting up the receiver”).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
5HFHLYHUꢀ6HWXSꢀPHQX  
Setting up your Headend Satellite Receiver for normal operation requires setup of  
frequency-related and other options from the Receiver Setup menu, and from other  
menus. These settings are used by the receiver for locking onto a network signal,  
and for optimizing receiver performance (see also “User Setup menu” and “Search  
Setup menu”). You can view or change the current setup.  
Most of the functions needed to set up your Headend Satellite Receiver are avail-  
able from the Receiver Setup menu. This menu lets you set up your receiver to lock  
onto a single network signal. However, if you wish to setup your receiver to lock  
onto more than one network signal and store each configuration set, use the Net-  
work Presets menu. (See also “Network Presets menu”.)  
You can enter a valid frequency using the numbered Remote Control buttons,  
and/or you can use the arrow buttons to display available settings. If the  
/
current setting is out of range or is incompatible with other settings, a pop-up mes-  
sage displays setup error information, or N/A (Not Applicable) will display for the  
setting. Setup errors must be corrected before the new setup can be saved. For in-  
formation about saving changes, see “About saving changes”.  
Available options: Select SEARCH SETUP (or press 2 and then SELECT) to display  
the Search Setup menu, or select RECEIVER STATUS (or press 3 and then SELECT)  
to display the Receiver Status menu.  
The relationships between the Downlink frequency, the Local Oscillator frequency  
and the resulting L-Band (operating) Frequency are shown in the accompanying  
table for both C-Band (3.7 GHz through 4.2 GHz) and Ku-Band (10.7 GHz through  
15 GHz) operation.  
«$ERXWꢀIUHTXHQF\ꢀVHWWLQJV  
As you make changes to the current setup (at the Receiver Setup menu), the re-  
ceiver checks that the Local Oscillator frequencies, Crossover frequency, Frequency  
and Frequency Mode settings are compatible with each other. A Crossover fre-  
quency is required only if you are using both Local Oscillators (i.e., you have a  
dual-band LNB and you are entering a Frequency with Downlink Mode set). If  
used, the Local Oscillator Frequency #2 must be greater than Local Oscillator Fre-  
quency #1. The operating Frequency, Local Oscillator frequencies plus the Cross-  
over frequency must be correctly set as specified by your antenna/LNB manufac-  
turer, dealer/reseller or local service provider. The Frequency setting plus other  
settings used depend on subscriber/network services available, and may vary.  
1 Frequency  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Pop-up error messages that display for invalid settings are listed in Table 6. Use  
this information to help you correct frequency-related receiver setup errors. The  
pages that follow contain detailed setup information for each Receiver Setup menu  
option.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. A valid operating Frequency is  
always required (i.e., for setting the L-Band or Downlink frequency).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. A Local Oscillator #1 frequency  
setting is required only if Downlink or L-Band/1 Frequency Mode are set (N/A1  
displayed if Frequency Mode set to L-Band/2).  
Repeat this action to change to another Frequency Mode. A valid Frequency Mode  
is always required (i.e., for setting the L-Band or Downlink frequency).  
1 Not Applicable  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. A Local Oscillator #2 frequency  
setting is required only if the Downlink or L-Band/2 Frequency Mode is set (N/A1  
displayed if Frequency Mode set to L-Band/1, or if operating Frequency in C-Band  
range [3.7-4.2 GHz]). The Local Oscillator #2 frequency used must be greater than  
the Local Oscillator #1 frequency.  
Repeat this action to change the polarization. When a Horizontal polarization is  
set, a 19 volt DC signal is output via the receiver rear panel SATELLITE connector.  
When a Vertical polarization is set, a 13 volt DC signal is output via this connector.  
Observe the effect of the polarization change by checking the displayed relative  
Signal Strength and Signal Quality values (see Figure 12). Higher numbers are  
better. If you are unsure about which polarization to use, contact your  
dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. A Crossover frequency setting is  
required only if the Downlink Frequency Mode is set (N/A1 displayed if Fre-  
quency Mode set to L-Band/1 or L-Band/2 [not dual Ku-Band LNB operation]).  
The Crossover frequency setting determines which LNB is used (only for dual-LNB  
operation).  
Repeat this action to change the FEC Rate. The selected FEC Rate must match the  
FEC Rate associated with the transmitted signal. If you are unsure about which  
FEC rate to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Repeat this action to change the Network ID (see also “About the Network ID”).  
Changing the Network ID is normally required only when authorized subscriber  
services are changed, or when new or different subscriber services are made avail-  
able (see Figure 12). If you are unsure about which Network ID to use, contact your  
dealer/reseller, or local service provider. Changing the Network ID may also re-  
quire that you execute a signal search (see “Search Setup menu” and “…About the  
Find option”).  
«$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ6LJQDOꢀ6WDWH  
During normal operation, your receiver is synchronized with the received LNB  
signal (confirmed by the “Lock, Sig“ status display). If the receiver is able to syn-  
chronize to a carrier frequency only and no MPEG stream is present or is recog-  
nized, the “Lock, No Sig“ status is displayed, and the Signal indicator LED is OFF. If  
no digital carrier signal is detected, the “No Lock“ status is displayed, and the Sig-  
nal indicator LED is also OFF. If a signal search activated using the “Find” option  
is in progress, the “Searching“ status is displayed. If a signal search activated using  
the Search function is in progress, the message “Searching for a signal“ is displayed.  
For more information about the Find option, see “…About the Find option”. For  
more information about signal searches, see “About the Search option”.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another Symbol Rate. The selected Symbol Rate  
must match the Symbol Rate associated with the transmitted signal. If you are un-  
sure about which Symbol Rate to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service  
provider.  
«$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ)LQGꢀRSWLRQ  
Searching for a signal with the “Find” option can be used if you are installing your  
Headend Satellite Receiver for the first time, or if you are modifying the current  
receiver setup. Activating the Find function forces the receiver to search for a sig-  
nal immediately. Signal searches are also performed automatically to restore nor-  
mal receiver operation if the received signal is interrupted or lost, or is changed by  
the local broadcast satellite services provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Once activated, the receiver begins searching for a signal associated with any Net-  
work ID. When a possible match is found, the search is temporarily interrupted  
while the receiver attempts to synchronize with the found signal. If synchroniza-  
tion is successful, the “Lock, Sig“ status is displayed on-screen, and the settings can  
be saved, as required before exiting to video (current channel). If receiver synchro-  
nization cannot take place, the signal is discarded and the signal search is auto-  
matically resumed. If no signal is found, the signal search continues indefinitely,  
and must be manually terminated (see also “About the Search option” and  
“…About the Signal State”).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to search for (i.e., Find) another signal. When the settings are  
saved, the Find option is automatically set to OFF. You can also terminate the  
search manually by setting the Find option to OFF.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
8VHUꢀ6HWXSꢀPHQX  
Setting up your Headend Satellite Receiver for normal operation requires that user-  
related options be set from the User Setup menu. These settings are used for opti-  
mizing receiver performance (see also “Receiver Setup menu” and “Search Setup  
menu”).  
You can view or change the current setup. Your dealer/reseller or local service  
provider can advise you about what receiver settings you may need to change.  
Move to Exit and press SELECT (or press 1 and then SELECT) to return to the pre-  
vious menu.  
If an incorrect Password is entered at the Password prompt, a message displays to  
confirm the invalid Password, and access to the menu or option is denied (see  
About the Password”). If a change made to the current Lock Level setting is not  
saved, the previously-saved setting is restored. Table 2 summarizes Lock Level  
settings and associated receiver options (see “Setting up the receiver”).  
$ERXWꢀ/RFNꢀ/HYHOV  
Four (4) user-selectable Lock Levels are available for protecting your Headend Satel-  
lite Receiver and the current receiver settings against unauthorized use or modifica-  
tion. A Lock Level 0 setting lets you make any changes to the current receiver setup.  
Lock Levels 1 and 2 settings limit access to settings that cannot compromise the video  
signal. A Lock Level 3 setting prevents any changes to the current receiver setup by  
blocking access to menus or to the front panel (i.e., Alt Mode). A Lock Level 4 setting  
can only be changed via remote terminal (Serial Remote Control commands) or PCC  
uplink signal, and displays N/A (Not Applicable) if set. When the receiver configu-  
ration is protected via Lock Levels 3 or 4, menus cannot be displayed. Note that after  
setting the Lock Level to 3 and saving changes (menus only), exiting from the User  
Setup menu automatically returns you to video.  
When an attempt is made to change the current Lock Level setting (if set to Level 1,  
2 or 3), a Password prompt displays. After the correct Password is entered, the  
Lock Level setting is automatically reset to Level 0. Similarly, the correct Password  
is also required before changing the Lock Level setting from Level 0 to Level 1 or  
higher. If no password is entered (Lock Level 3 is set), or if no other button is  
pressed within one (1) minute of the banner/prompt display, the current virtual  
channel displays automatically.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
«$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ$VSHFWꢀ5DWLR  
The Aspect Ratio setting displayed at the User Setup menu is preset at the factory  
to Normal for viewing programming broadcast in 4 X 3 format on your TV moni-  
tor, and cannot be changed. If enabled at the uplink, a Wide Aspect Ratio setting  
lets you view programming broadcast in 16 X 9 format on your TV monitor. For  
more information, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change the Lock Level setting. Menu options appear grayed-  
out if disabled by the current Lock Level setting.  
«$ERXWꢀWKHꢀORFDOꢀWLPH  
Current day, date and time information is displayed at the top of each menu. Time  
information is normally broadcast as part of the transmitted digital signal, and is  
usually the broadcaster local time relative to GMT1. If the current broadcast time is  
not your local time, you must change this time setting. Time information is dis-  
played in the following format.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another baud rate. If you are unsure about which  
baud rate to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
1 Greenwich Mean Time  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
«$ERXWꢀYLGHRꢀVXEWLWOHV  
Your Headend Satellite Receiver can decode and display video subtitles on-screen  
if this information is broadcast as part of the encoded digital signal. Video subti-  
tling is defined at the uplink via PowerVu System software, and can be set for dis-  
play in a number of different languages, or can be disabled. When available, subti-  
tle text appears at the bottom of the TV monitor screen and is synchronized with  
video programming. If the current subtitle language setting is incompatible, un-  
available or does not match the subtitle information in the received digital signal,  
no subtitles are displayed. When you disable video subtitling (i.e., OFF) and exit to  
video from menus, a banner text message displays to confirm that no subtitles will  
display. For a list of available subtitle languages, see Table 7.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change the Video Standard. The Video Standard is initially  
preset to NTSC or PAL-B, depending on factory-installed options. Within your  
local network or jurisdiction, the local service provider may output a NTSC (525-  
line) or PAL-M (625-line) QPSK (downlink) signal. When set to AUTO, the receiver  
automatically displays video using the Video Standard associated with the QPSK  
(downlink) signal. When set to a specific Video Standard, the receiver displays  
video only when the current setting matches the Video Standard associated with  
the received signal. If the Video Standard (current setting) and do not match the  
received signal, an on-screen message displays to confirm that the current setting is  
invalid.  
If you are unsure about which Video Standard to use, contact your dealer/reseller,  
or local service provider (see also “About changing the Video Standard”).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change the Subtitles Language. If you are unsure about which  
language to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
To change the display characteristics of the subtitle language, refer to the Display  
Setup menu.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ3DVVZRUG  
A unique Password (4-digit number) protects the current receiver settings against  
unauthorized changes. When changing the Password, record and keep this num-  
ber in a secure location. The default password provided is…  
It is recommended that you change the default Password to a different Password  
when the receiver is first installed, and periodically afterward, as required.  
$ERXWꢀIDFWRU\ꢀGHIDXOWV  
The Factory Reset option is used for resetting the receiver to factory default set-  
tings, including the Password. When activated, the current receiver settings are  
replaced by the default settings (see Table 8). After the factory defaults are re-  
stored, you can make any changes, as required. Current receiver settings can be  
replaced at any time.  
1
Displays subtitle text in the selected language (from a pre-defined language  
group)  
If no Remote Control is available, you can perform the these functions using the  
following front panel buttons.  
2
Other languages (defined at uplink) may also be available for selection, depend-  
ing on your network or jurisdiction  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ,5ꢀ5HPRWHꢀ&RQWURO  
The IR Remote option is used for enabling or disabling Remote Control capability.  
When enabled (ON), you can operate the receiver using Remote Control or front  
panel buttons. When disabled (OFF), you can only use the front panel buttons to  
operate the receiver (no response to any Remote Control buttons pressed). You can  
enable or disable Remote Control operation at any time.  
The IR Remote Control is not supplied with the Headend Satellite Receiver, but can  
be purchased separately (specify S-A part #760-216). To order, contact your  
dealer/reseller or local service provider, or your local Scientific-Atlanta Customer  
Support Center (see “Appendix D Customer information”).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
6HDUFKꢀ6HWXSꢀPHQX  
Automated signal search options are available from the Search Setup menu for  
setting up your Headend Satellite Receiver (see also “Receiver Setup menu”).  
Available options: Move to Exit and press SELECT (or press 1 and then SELECT)  
to return to the previous menu.  
You can view or change the current setup. Your dealer/reseller or local service  
provider can advise you about what receiver settings you may need to change. The  
following Search setup information is displayed on-screen.  
lost carrier signal is not recovered within this time, a signal search is activated  
automatically.  
Once activated, the receiver begins searching for a signal associated with the cur-  
rent Network ID. When a possible match is found, the search is temporarily inter-  
rupted while the receiver attempts to synchronize with the found signal. If syn-  
chronization is successful, the signal status is displayed on-screen. Settings can be  
saved, as required while in the Search Setup menu before exiting to video (current  
channel). If receiver synchronization cannot take place, the signal is discarded and  
the signal search is automatically resumed.  
$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ6HDUFKꢀRSWLRQ  
Searching for a signal with the “Search” option is used for restoring normal re-  
ceiver operation if the received signal is interrupted or lost, or is changed by the  
local broadcast satellite services provider.  
If no signal is found, the signal search continues indefinitely, and must be manu-  
ally terminated. A signal search can also be manually terminated, or interrupted  
and resumed with different settings. To disable the search, set the Search to OFF. A  
search is also terminated automatically if the current channel is changed, or if the  
MENU button is pressed (see also “…About the Find option” and “…About the  
Signal State”).  
A signal search is enabled by setting the Search option to ON at the Search Setup  
menu, and is activated automatically only if the carrier signal is interrupted or lost  
for more than 20 seconds (with menus not displayed). If the lost carrier signal is  
recovered within 20 seconds, the receiver will attempt to synchronize with the last  
locked channel. If unavailable, the “NO CHANNEL” banner is displayed. If the  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$ERXWꢀRWKHUꢀ6HDUFKꢀ6HWXSꢀRSWLRQV  
Signal searches are constrained or limited by the current Search Type and the  
boundary settings for the Lower and Upper Range. When searching for a signal,  
the receiver uses the Search Type as the primary search criteria. For example, if the  
FEC Rate is set as the Search Type, only signals that match the current FEC Rate  
(set at the Receiver Setup menu) within the current Lower/Upper Range frequency  
boundaries are examined for a possible match. Signals associated with all other  
FEC Rates are ignored (see also “About I/Q signal inversion”).  
Repeat the above action to change the Search Type. If you are unsure about which  
Search Type to use for best results, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service  
provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Setting the Search Mode to ON enables the signal search for automatic activation.  
You can disable the signal search option by setting the Search Mode to OFF.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. If you are unsure about which  
frequencies to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$ERXWꢀ,ꢁ4ꢀVLJQDOꢀLQYHUVLRQ  
The I/Q Select function provides automatic or manual tracking of inverted and  
non-inverted digital QPSK signals. When set to Automatic, the I/Q Select function  
automatically tracks the received digital signal and inverts the signal, as required.  
When set to Inverted, the received digital signal is always inverted. Conversely,  
when set to Non-Inverted, the received digital signal is never inverted. The I/Q  
Select function is normally set to Automatic. The I/Q Select Inverted and  
Non-Inverted settings can be used to automatically reject unwanted signals.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat the above action to change the I/Q Select setting. Unless otherwise recom-  
mended, I/Q Select should normally be set to Automatic (default). If you are un-  
sure about which setting to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service pro-  
vider. For a list of default receiver settings, see Table 8.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
5HFHLYHUꢀ6WDWXVꢀPHQX  
Information about the current receiver setup and about current receiver operating  
conditions is available from the Receiver Status menu, including ADP count. The  
current setup is also affected by your LNB antenna (dish) installation.  
Available options: Move to Exit and press SELECT (or press 1 and then SELECT)  
to return to the previous menu. You can also select USER SETUP (or press 2 and  
then SELECT) to display the User Setup menu, or select RECEIVER SETUP (or  
press 3 and then SELECT) to display the Receiver Setup menu, or select  
CONFIGURATION (or press 4 and then SELECT) to display the Configuration  
menu.  
You can view information about the current setup. Your dealer/reseller or local  
service provider can advise you about what receiver settings you may need to  
change. The following available satellite broadcast services information is dis-  
played on-screen.  
$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ$'3ꢀFRXQW  
The encrypted and non-encrypted Address Data Packet (ADP) count is continu-  
ously monitored by the receiver. The information displayed on-screen for each  
packet type indicates how much of the transmitted packet information is being  
accurately received and processed by the receiver. Under ideal conditions, both of  
the displayed figures are (nearly) identical. To assist with monitoring your re-  
ceiver’s performance, you can clear or reset the ADP count to zero (0) at any time  
using the Reset ADP option. The ADP count is also reset each time the receiver is  
switched ON.  
Repeat the above actions to reset the ADP count.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
1HWZRUNꢀ,'«  
6LJQDOꢀ4XDOLW\«  
The Network ID display is the current Network ID. This number must be correctly  
set at the Receiver Setup menu to match the Network ID associated with the uplink  
signal. Loss of service will result if the receiver Network ID does not match the  
uplink signal Network ID information (see also “About the Network ID”).  
The Signal Quality display is continuously updated to indicate the relative quality  
of the received QPSK digital signal. The Signal Quality (displayed on a scale from 0  
through 9) is associated with the Bit Error Rate, and is a measure of how much of  
the original signal information is being received. Signal Quality is also displayed at  
the Receiver Setup menu, and graphically at the Dish Pointing menu (see also  
“…About Signal Strength and Signal Quality”).  
$GGUHVV«  
The decoder user address display is provided externally, and distinguishes your  
receiver from all other receivers within the network.  
6LJQDOꢀ6WDWH«  
The Signal State display is continuously updated to indicate that the receiver is  
synchronized with the received LNB signal (confirmed by the “Lock, Sig“ status  
display), or to indicate loss of signal synchronization (confirmed by the “Lock, No  
Sig“ status). If the receiver is able to synchronize to a carrier frequency only and no  
MPEG stream is present or is recognized, the “Lock, No Sig“ status is displayed,  
and the Signal indicator LED is OFF. If no digital carrier signal is detected, the “No  
Lock“ status is displayed, and the Signal indicator LED is also OFF. If a signal  
search activated using the “Find” option is in progress, the “Searching“ status is  
displayed (see also “…About the Find option” and “Search Setup menu”). Signal  
State is also displayed at the Receiver Setup menu, and at the Dish Pointing menu  
(see also “…About the Signal State”).  
6PDUWꢀ&DUG«  
The Smart Card display indicates whether the Smart Card external security device  
is installed or not installed (see Figure 4). If your receiver includes a Smart Card  
interface, the device OSE1 version identification number is displayed at the Con-  
figuration menu if a Smart Card is used.  
6LJQDOꢀ6WUHQJWK«  
The Signal Strength display is continuously updated to indicate the relative  
strength of the received QPSK digital signal. The Signal Strength (displayed on a  
scale from 00 through 99) is associated with the signal input level. Signal Strength  
is also displayed at the Receiver Setup menu, and graphically at the Dish Pointing  
menu (see also “…About Signal Strength and Signal Quality”).  
1 Outside Security Element  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$YDLODEOHꢀ6HUYLFHVꢀPHQX  
Information about available satellite broadcast services and the current setup is  
available from the Available Services menu. These services are authorized through  
your dealer/reseller or local service provider. The current setup is also affected by  
your LNB antenna (dish) installation.  
Available options: Move to Exit and press SELECT (or press 1 and then SELECT)  
to return to the previous menu.  
You can view information about the current setup, and/or change the current  
channel. The following available satellite broadcast services information is dis-  
played on-screen.  
«$ERXWꢀVXEVFULEHUꢀVHUYLFHV  
Subscriber uplink services made available to your Headend Satellite Receiver are  
associated with virtual channels. These channels can include video, audio and/or  
data services. All authorized virtual channel services are provided via PowerVu  
System software and broadcast facility equipment, and are decoded by the receiver  
using the current receiver setup. You can view available subscriber services infor-  
mation independently (i.e., for each virtual channel) at the Available Services  
menu. If subscriber services are deauthorized, or if available services exclude one  
or more virtual channels, an on-screen message is substituted for the virtual chan-  
nel display and the Authorized field displays “No” to indicate that no uplink  
service authorization key is being received.  
If EXPANSION PORT control pins are being used for remote receiver operation via  
Remote Control commands, the status of each pin is displayed at the Control field.  
For example, if all four control pins are set to the open collector state (i.e., High),  
the Control field displays “HHHH”. For more information about the EXPANSION  
PORT, see “Connecting your system” (see also “Appendix C Serial Remote Con-  
trol Command Set”).  
1 Packet ID  
2 Low Speed Data  
3 Vertical Blanking Interval  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
For more information about on-screen messages, see “Appendix B Troubleshoot-  
ing”.  
«$ERXWꢀWKHꢀFXUUHQWꢀFKDQQHO  
When you navigate to menus from video, the information displayed is associated  
with the current (video) channel, which is also displayed on-screen at the Available  
Services menu. If no changes have been made to the current setup, you are auto-  
matically returned to the same channel when you exit to video. If any changes  
have been made at the Receiver Setup menu only, exiting to video from menus  
after saving changes is always preceded by the Installer Channel banner display  
(i.e., channel 0). Note that changes made at any other menu permit direct return to  
the previously-watched channel. For more information about the installer channel,  
see “Setting up the receive”.  
Repeat the above actions to change the current channel. When you exit to video,  
the virtual channel you set is displayed.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
'LVKꢀ3RLQWLQJꢀPHQX  
Information about the strength and quality of the incoming signal obtained via  
your satellite LNB antenna (dish) installation and current receiver setup is avail-  
able from the Dish Pointing menu graph display.  
Available options: Move to Exit and press SELECT (or press 1 and then SELECT)  
to return to the previous menu.  
You can view information about the current setup. Two independent bar graphs  
provide continuous display of Signal Strength and Signal Quality. Signal Strength  
and Signal Quality information is also displayed numerically at the Receiver Status  
and Receiver Setup menus (see “Receiver Status menu” and “Receiver Setup  
menu”).  
Temporary, solar-related electromagnetic disturbances occur every year during the  
spring and autumn months. These disturbances usually persist for several minutes  
a day for approximately one week during these periods. Your service provider will  
advise you about channels that may be adversely affected. For troubleshooting  
information, see “Appendix B Troubleshooting”.  
«$ERXWꢀ6LJQDOꢀ6WUHQJWKꢀDQGꢀ6LJQDOꢀ4XDOLW\  
Your Headend Satellite Receiver actively monitors and updates the strength and  
quality characteristics of the incoming signal as it is decoded, and displays this  
information dynamically using two (2) bar graphs. The Signal Strength (displayed  
on a scale from 0 through 99) is associated with the Symbol Rate and signal input  
level. The Signal Quality (displayed on a scale from 0 through 9) is associated with  
the Bit Error Rate, and is a measure of how much of the original signal information  
is being received.  
To verify your satellite LNB antenna installation or improve signal reception, refer  
to your antenna equipment installation manual, or contact your dealer or service  
provider.  
Certain receiver settings can cause signal loss or degradation which can compro-  
mise video or audio information, or data. The effect of any changes you make to  
your satellite LNB antenna installation is immediately displayed on the bar graphs.  
Signal Strength and Signal Quality can also be affected by changes at the signal  
source, and/or by adverse environmental or terrestrial conditions. Taken in com-  
bination, certain receiver settings and signal conditions can cause the Signal  
Strength and Signal Quality (values) to increase or decrease accordingly.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
&RQILJXUDWLRQꢀPHQX  
Information about the currently installed receiver operating software and hard-  
ware is available from the Configuration menu.  
Available options: Move to Exit and press SELECT (or press 1 and then SELECT)  
to return to the previous menu.  
You can view detailed information about the installed receiver software. The fol-  
lowing receiver configuration information is displayed.  
'RZQORDGꢀVRIWZDUHꢀYHUVLRQ«  
The Download display identifies the version number of the receiver Download  
software. Remote receiver application software downloads performed over-the-air  
via PowerVu System software are executed using the Download software.  
%RRWꢀVRIWZDUHꢀYHUVLRQ«  
$SSOLFDWLRQꢀVRIWZDUHꢀYHUVLRQ«  
The Boot display identifies the version number of the receiver Boot (or startup)  
software. The Boot software is executed each time the receiver is restarted.  
The App display identifies the version number of the receiver application software.  
Receiver application software can be upgraded remotely (i.e., over-the-air) via  
PowerVu System software control, or locally via Remote Control Commands (via  
the EXPANSION PORT).  
,23ꢀVRIWZDUHꢀYHUVLRQ«  
The IOP display identifies the version number of the receiver IOP (Input/Output  
Processor) software. The IOP software controls the operation of all front panel  
buttons and menu (softkey) functions.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
,6(ꢀVRIWZDUHꢀYHUVLRQ«  
The ISE display identifies the version number of the receiver ISE (Internal Security  
Element) software. The ISE software controls the operation of all internal data se-  
curity functions.  
26(ꢀVRIWZDUHꢀYHUVLRQ«  
The OSE display identifies the version number of the receiver OSE (Outside Secu-  
rity Element) software, if installed. The OSE software is associated with the Smart  
Card1 external security device.  
1 Smart Card operation is currently unavailable  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
1HWZRUNꢀ3UHVHWVꢀPHQX  
This menu lets you configure and store sets of network parameters to be used to  
define as many as 24 network signals. Each configuration set is called a “preset”  
and is uniquely identified by a preset number (0 to 23).  
If you have only one network preset to configure, you could use the Receiver Setup  
menu instead of this menu. (See also “Receiver Setup menu”.) However, to config-  
ure two or more network presets, you must use the Network Presets menu. In a  
typical application, you would not need to use the Network Presets menu.  
Most of the functions needed to set up your Headend Satellite Receiver are avail-  
able from the Network Presets menu. You can view or change the current setup.  
Whenever you change a setting that is common to both the Receiver Setup  
menu and the Network Presets menu, the setting is changed accordingly in  
both menus.  
The current band you are using at the Network Presets menu depends on the  
frequency defined. Any frequency between 0 and 8 GHz is C-Band. Otherwise,  
the frequency is KU-band.  
Available options: Move to Exit and press SELECT (or press 1 and then SELECT)  
to return to the previous menu.  
When you switch between presets, the frequency mode in the Receiver Setup  
menu changes to downlink.  
For those familiar with L-Band frequencies, the Downlink frequency can be  
determined according to the following formula:  
«*HQHUDOꢀUXOHVꢀIRUꢀXVLQJꢀWKHꢀ1HWZRUNꢀ3UHVHWVꢀPHQX  
The settings in fields Freq Mode, L.O. Freq #1, L.O. Freq #2, and Crossover can  
be changed only at the Receiver Setup menu. These setting are used for all  
network presets. If you set L.O. Freq #1 to a value less than 8 GHz, it is used as  
a C-Band L.O. frequency for all network presets. If you set L.O. Freq #1 to a  
value greater than 8 GHz, it is used as a low Ku-Band L.O. frequency for all  
network presets  
Downlink freq. = L-Band freq. + L.O. freq.  
If you use Ku-Band, you must define L.O. Freq #1, L.O. Freq #2, and Crossover  
(at the Receiver Setup menu).  
If your LNB has only one local oscillator, set both L.O.s to the same local os-  
cillator frequency.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change the polarization. When a Horizontal polarization is  
set, a 19 volt DC signal is output via the receiver rear panel SATELLITE connector.  
When a Vertical polarization is set, a 13 volt DC signal is output via this connector.  
Observe the effect of the polarization change by checking the displayed relative  
Signal Strength and Signal Quality values (see Figure 12). Higher numbers are  
better. If you are unsure about which polarization to use, contact your  
dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another frequency. A valid operating Frequency is  
always required (i.e., for setting the Downlink frequency).  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Repeat this action to change the FEC Rate. The selected FEC Rate must match the  
FEC Rate associated with the transmitted signal. If you are unsure about which  
FEC rate to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change the Network ID (see also “About the Network ID”).  
Changing the Network ID is normally required only when authorized subscriber  
services are changed, or when new or different subscriber services are made avail-  
able (see Figure 12). If you are unsure about which Network ID to use, contact your  
dealer/reseller, or local service provider. Changing the Network ID may also re-  
quire that you execute a signal search (see “Search Setup menu” and “…About the  
Find option”).  
NIT (Network Information Table) contains lists of channels and frequency plans  
used on the network. The NIT is transmitted from the uplink. In most cases, the  
NIT is needed and, therefore, the YES option should be selected. To find out  
whether or not you should use the NIT on your receiver, contact your service pro-  
vider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Repeat this action to change to another Symbol Rate. The selected Symbol Rate  
must match the Symbol Rate associated with the transmitted signal. If you are un-  
sure about which Symbol Rate to use, contact your dealer/reseller, or local service  
provider.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
«$ERXWꢀWKHꢀ6LJQDOꢀ6WDWH  
During normal operation, your receiver is synchronized with the received LNB  
signal (confirmed by the “Lock, Sig“ status display). If the receiver is able to syn-  
chronize to a carrier frequency only and no MPEG stream is present or is recog-  
nized, the “Lock, No Sig“ status is displayed, and the Signal indicator LED is OFF. If  
no digital carrier signal is detected, the “No Lock“ status is displayed, and the Sig-  
nal indicator LED is also OFF.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
'LVSOD\ꢀ6HWXSꢀPHQX  
This menu lets you select (a) the colour to be used for the menu background, (b)  
the colour to be used for the subtitling text and (c) the colour to be used for the  
subtitling shade (background),  
0HQXꢀEDFNJURXQG«  
Menu background refers to the area over which menu fields are placed. Once you  
have selected a menu background colour, it is applied to all menu screens.  
6XEWLWOLQJꢀWH[W«  
Subtitling text is displayed on the lower portion of the video screen, if the option is  
enabled. The text will be displayed in the language selected in the User Setup  
menu.  
6XEWLWOLQJꢀVKDGHꢀꢂEDFNJURXQGꢃ«  
Subtitling shade refers to the area which is superimposed over the lower portion of  
the video to serve as a background for subtitling text.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Available options: Move to Exit and press SELECT (or press 1 and then SELECT)  
to return to the previous menu.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Available options: Press 1 to save the new settings (Yes), or press 2 to discard all  
changes (No), or press 3 to cancel the operation (Cancel).  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
.
.
.
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$SSHQGL[ꢀ$ꢀꢀ6SHFLILFDWLRQV  
This Appendix provides important information about your PowerVu Headend Satellite Receiver. Refer to this section for:  
The accompanying table lists standard features, available options and specifications information.  
±
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
±
<
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$SSHQGL[ꢀ%ꢀꢀ7URXEOHVKRRWLQJ  
This Appendix provides important information about your PowerVu Headend Satellite Receiver. Refer to this section for:  
7URXEOHVKRRWLQJꢀFKHFNOLVW  
If you experience any problems operating your Headend Satellite Receiver, the following troubleshooting guide may help you to resolve your problem. Quite often, a loose  
cable connection or an incorrect receiver setting can cause loss of service, signal degradation, sound or picture problems. In most cases, these problems can be quickly resolved  
by following the tips and suggestions provided. Also included is a list of answers to some commonly asked questions.  
Note that temporary, solar-related electromagnetic disturbances occur every year during the spring and autumn months. These dis turbances usually persist for several minutes  
a day for approximately one week during this period. When they occur, your service provider will advise you about certain channels that may be adversely affected. If you are  
unable to resolve your problem after consulting this Troubleshooting checklist, contact your dealer/reseller or local service provider for assistance, or contact your local Scien-  
tific-Atlanta Customer Support Center.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
4XHVWLRQVꢀDQGꢀDQVZHUV  
The following list of commonly-asked questions and answers may answer some questions or concerns you have about the operation of your Headend Satellite Receiver.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$SSHQGL[ꢀ&ꢀꢀ6HULDOꢀ5HPRWHꢀ&RQWUROꢀ&RPPDQGꢀ6HW  
This Appendix provides important information about your PowerVu Headend  
Satellite Receiver. Refer to this section for:  
In the above example, the VER command causes the receiver model number to  
display only after the Enter key is pressed (i.e., carriage return [<CR>]). The com-  
mand is valid only if the characters “VER” are used (i.e., “VER” is not a valid  
command, even though the characters are the same). If command or syntax is in-  
valid, the receiver responds with “?”. If an internal overflow condition exists when  
executing a command, the receiver responds with “V”. Note that all Remote Con-  
trol commands begin with the characters “SA1”.  
Your Headend Satellite Receiver is equipped for external remote operation and  
control using remote control commands via a PC/workstation or data terminal  
connection. This optional connection can be made at the receiver rear panel serial  
data port labeled EXPANSION PORT (see “Connecting your system”). Remote  
operating commands can be used in place of the user interface for remote receiver  
setup and monitoring.  
&RPPDQGꢁ5HVSRQVHꢀPHVVDJLQJ  
General information about how remote commands are used is followed by detailed  
information about each command, including syntax and command options.  
A specific protocol is used for constructing and processing all remote control com-  
mand and resulting response messages. Table 13 shows command frame and re-  
sponse frame information.  
&RPPDQGꢀSURWRFRO  
Each of the remote control commands are executed using a unique protocol or  
rules. These rules control command syntax (i.e., how a command must be sent to  
the receiver) and how the receiver responds. Commands can only be interpreted by  
the receiver if upper case characters are used. When sending commands, observe  
the following.  
The following conventions are used for identifying the command options found in  
this Appendix.  
The following example shows correct command usage.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
The overrun error message displays if the receiver cannot process the command  
completely, and/or if the command becomes corrupted during transmission.  
%LWꢀ(UURUꢀ5DWHꢀꢂ%(5ꢃ  
The BER command is available for polling the receiver to display the current Bit  
Error Rate of the decoded digital signal (errors per second). Observe the following  
syntax.  
All transmitted command characters must be upper case ASCII. All characters are  
echoed by the receiver, except for the Unit Number (i.e., byte #3) which is decre-  
mented if greater than zero (0). This permits daisy-chaining two or more receivers  
from one serial port.  
BER polls the receiver for the current Bit Error Rate (digital signal), where #.#E-# is  
the number is bit errors in a 1 million bit sample, expressed in scientific notation.  
The receiver responds by displaying the following.  
BER=#.#E-#  
(UURUꢀUHVSRQVHV  
&KDQQHO  
Table 14 shows command error and overrun error response frame information.  
The Channel command is available for polling the receiver to display the current  
channel, or for changing the channel. Observe the following syntax.  
The command error message displays if the receiver cannot recognize the com-  
mand, or if an internal microprocessor operating error or error condition exists.  
CH polls the receiver for the current channel. CH=### changes the current channel.  
The receiver responds by displaying the following.  
CH=###  
1 Decoder is addressed when first unit (1) received  
### can be any virtual channel number from 0 through 500.  
2 Carriage Return  
3 Line Feed  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
(UURUVꢀꢂ&RUUHFWHGꢃ  
([WHUQDOꢀ6HFXULW\ꢀPLFURSURFHVVRU  
The CE command is available for polling the receiver to display the current Cor-  
rected Error count, and for clearing or resetting the Corrected Error count. Observe  
the following syntax.  
The OSE command is available for polling the receiver to display the network ad-  
dress plus the installed software version for the External Security microprocessor  
(Smart Card), including algorithm information. Observe the following syntax.  
CE polls the receiver for the current Corrected Error count. CE=0 clears or resets  
the current Corrected Error count. The receiver responds by displaying the fol-  
lowing.  
OSE polls the receiver for network address and installed software version infor-  
mation (External Security microprocessor and algorithm [Smart Card]). The re-  
ceiver responds by displaying the following  
CE=###  
OSE=###-###-####-#, V#.##(#) -  
### (0 through 65536) is the number of Corrected (Viterbi) Errors counted since the  
last reset. The Corrected Error count depends on the Signal Quality, and is auto-  
matically reset each time the receiver is restarted. For information about signal  
quality, see “Dish Pointing menu”.  
###-###-####-# is the network address, V#.## is the software version, (#) is the de-  
cryption algorithm type, and “-“ is displayed only if the Smart Card is not in-  
stalled.  
)UHTXHQF\ꢀ6WDELOLW\ꢀꢂ$)&ꢀOHYHOꢃ  
The AFC command is available for polling the receiver to display the current rela-  
tive offset from the set center frequency of the decoded digital signal. Observe the  
following syntax.  
(UURUVꢀꢂ8QFRUUHFWHGꢃ  
The UE command is available for polling the receiver to display the current Uncor-  
rected Error count, and for clearing or resetting the current Uncorrected Error  
count. Observe the following syntax.  
AFC polls the receiver for the current relative offset from the set center frequency  
(decoded digital signal), where ## can be any number from -99 through +99. The  
receiver responds by displaying the following.  
UE polls the receiver for the current Uncorrected Error count. UE=0 clears or resets  
the current Uncorrected Error count. The receiver responds by displaying the fol-  
lowing.  
AFC={+/-}##  
UE=###  
The receiver automatically compensates for a +/- 2.5 MHz frequency offset which  
is equivalent to an AFC value of approximately +/- 12.  
### can be any number from 0 through 65536, and is the number of uncorrected  
Viterbi errors counted since the last reset. The Uncorrected Error count depends on  
the Signal Quality, and is automatically reset each time the receiver is restarted. For  
information about signal quality, see “Dish Pointing menu”.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
,QVWDOOHU  
The INST command is available for displaying current receiver settings, or for  
changing the receiver settings. Observe the following syntax.  
INST polls the receiver for the current receiver settings. To change any setting, you  
must use all INST command options. The receiver responds by displaying the fol-  
lowing.  
INST=#,{##.#####/####.##},#,##.####, ##.###, ##.###, ##.###, #, #####, #####  
The accompanying table identifies each of the command parameters as displayed  
(from left to right), in order.  
When using the INST command, a valid Downlink frequency or L-Band frequency  
must be specified. The INST command is valid only if Channel 0 is the current  
channel, and if any menu (except the Receiver Setup menu) is displayed. For more  
information about the current channel, see “Available Services menu”. No pa-  
rameters may be omitted when using this command.  
###-###-####-# is the network address, V#.## is the software version and (#) is the  
decryption algorithm type, and "-" is displayed only if the ISE is not installed.  
,QWHUQDOꢀ6HFXULW\ꢀPLFURSURFHVVRU  
The ISE command is available for polling the receiver to display the network ad-  
dress plus the installed software version for the Internal Security microprocessor,  
including algorithm information. Observe the following syntax.  
.H\SDGꢀPLFURSURFHVVRU  
The KBD command is available for polling the receiver to display the installed  
software version for the Keypad microprocessor. Observe the following syntax.  
ISE polls the receiver for network address and installed software version informa-  
tion (Internal Security microprocessor and algorithm), where ###-###-####-# is the  
network address, V#.## is the software version, (#) is the decryption algorithm  
type, and “-“ is displayed only if the ISE is not installed. The receiver responds by  
displaying the following  
KBD polls the receiver for installed software version information (Keypad micro-  
processor). The receiver responds by displaying the following.  
KBD=V#.##  
ISE=###-###-####-#, V#.##(#) -  
V#.## is the installed software version.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
/RFNꢀ/HYHO  
3RUWꢀ&RQWURO  
The LOCK command is available for polling the receiver to display the current  
Lock Level setting, and for changing the Lock Level setting. Observe the following  
syntax.  
The PCTL command is available for polling the receiver to display the current op-  
erating state of EXPANSION PORT control pins, and for enabling or disabling ex-  
ternal control over EXPANSION PORT control pins. Observe the following syntax.  
LOCK polls the receiver for the current Lock Level setting. LOCK=# changes the  
receiver Lock Level. The receiver responds by displaying the following.  
PCTL,# polls the receiver for the current state of (specific) EXPANSION PORT  
control pins, where # can be 1, 2, 3 or 4. PCTL,#=H sets the specified port pin for  
local control over the HIGH state (open collector) , where # can be 1, 2, 3 or 4.  
PCTL,#=L sets the specified port pin for local control over the LOW state  
(grounded) , where # can be 1, 2, 3 or 4. PCTL,#=R sets the specified port pin for  
REMOTE (uplink) control over the HIGH and LOW states, where # can be 1, 2, 3 or  
4. The receiver responds by displaying the following.  
LOCK=#  
# can be 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4. When set to 0, receiver lockout is disabled (all options are  
available). When set to 1, menus and current receiver settings are displayed, and  
all options are available except Factory Reset and Set Password. When set to 2,  
menus and current receiver settings are displayed, and all receiver functions are  
locked out or disabled except for all Receiver Setup and User Setup1 menu options.  
When set to 3, menus are not displayed and all user interface receiver functions are  
locked out or disabled. Access to menus is Password-protected when Lock Level 3  
is set. When set to 4, no menus are displayed and all receiver functions are locked  
out or disabled (i.e., accessible via remote terminal or PCC uplink signal only).  
PCTL,#={H/L/R}  
# can be any pin (number) from 1 through 4. For more information about the  
EXPANSION PORT, see “Connecting your system”.  
The Lock Level setting has no affect on remote control command operation in any way.  
3RZHU  
The PW command is available for polling the receiver for the current operating  
(power) state, or for powering the receiver on and off. Observe the following syn-  
tax.  
0DLQꢀPLFURSURFHVVRU  
The ICP command is available for polling the receiver to display the installed soft-  
ware version for the Main microprocessor. Observe the following syntax.  
PW polls the receiver for the current operating state. PW=ON powers the receiver  
on, and PW=OFF powers the receiver off. The receiver responds by displaying the  
following.  
ICP polls the receiver for installed software version information (Main microproc-  
essor). The receiver responds by displaying the following.  
PW={ON/OFF}  
ICP=V#.##  
The receiver is in standby mode when powered OFF.  
V#.## is the installed software version.  
1 Baud Rate and TV Audio options are unlocked  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
5HVHW  
STATE polls the receiver for the current operating/ Signal State. The receiver re-  
The RESET command is available for resetting (restarting) the receiver (i.e., main  
microprocessor) hardware. Observe the following syntax.  
sponds by displaying the following.  
STATE=#  
# can be (see Table 16). Returned status codes represent all possible operating  
states. Note that each command response (instance) reflects the instantaneous op-  
erating state of the receiver which may indicate a response which is erroneous or  
unexpected. If an unexpected response is received, the steady or normalized oper-  
ating state of the receiver can best be determined if this command is execute re-  
peatedly.  
RESET=YES resets the receiver (i.e., warm boot only). The receiver responds by  
displaying the following.  
RESET=RECV  
Note that the RESET command does not reset the receiver operating software, or  
restore factory default receiver settings.  
6LJQDOꢀ4XDOLW\  
The QLTY command is available for polling the receiver to display the current  
relative Signal Quality of the decoded digital signal. Observe the following syntax.  
QLTY polls the receiver for the current relative Signal Quality (decoded digital  
signal). The receiver responds by displaying the following.  
QLTY=#  
# can be any number from 0 (bad) through 9 (good). Signal Quality depends, in  
part, on the current Symbol Rate. For information about Signal Quality, see “Dish  
Pointing menu”.  
6LJQDOꢀ6WUHQJWKꢀꢂ$*&ꢀOHYHOꢃ  
The AGC command is available for polling the receiver to display the current rela-  
tive Signal Strength (or AGC level) of the decoded digital signal. Observe the fol-  
lowing syntax.  
6LJQDOꢀ6WDWH  
The STATE command is available for polling the receiver for the current receiver  
operating/Signal State. Observe the following syntax.  
AGC polls the receiver for the current relative Signal Strength (decoded digital  
signal). The receiver responds by displaying the following.  
AGC=#  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
# can be any number from 0 (bad) through 99 (good). Signal Strength is the associ-  
ated with the AGC (Automatic Gain Control) signal level. For more information  
about the Signal Strength, see “Dish Pointing menu”.  
9HUVLRQ  
The Version command is available for polling the receiver to display the version  
(model) identification number. Observe the following syntax.  
VER polls the receiver for the version (model) number. The receiver responds by  
displaying the following.  
VER=D9234_BSR  
VER can only be the version (model) number of the receiver.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
.
.
.
_
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$SSHQGL[ꢀ'ꢀꢀ&XVWRPHUꢀLQIRUPDWLRQ  
This Appendix provides important information about your PowerVu Headend Satellite Receiver. Refer to this section for:  
3URGXFWꢀVXSSRUW  
Scientific-Atlanta provides customers with 24-hour hotline support from anywhere in North America. If you require technical assistance or product training support, or if you  
have any questions concerning your Scientific-Atlanta product, contact the appropriate Customer Support Center from those listed below. Satellite Television Networks (STN)  
customers who call a Customer Support Center are asked specific questions in order to identify their needs. In this way, each call can be directed to the customer support  
representative most experienced with your Scientific-Atlanta product. Customer Support Centers also provide the following pre- and post-sales support services for Scientific-  
Atlanta products.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
+RWOLQHꢀWHFKQLFDOꢀVXSSRUW  
24-hour hotline technical support services are available to answer technical questions about the operation, maintenance and repair of Scientific-Atlanta products.  
7UDLQLQJꢀVXSSRUW  
On and off-site training plus technical support services are available for both equipment operators and system administrators.  
:DUUDQW\ꢀDQGꢀSRVWꢅZDUUDQW\ꢀVXSSRUW  
Warranty and post-warranty support services are available to assist customers returning Scientific-Atlanta products for service or repair.  
&XVWRPHUꢀUHVSRQVLELOLW\  
When returning equipment, the customer is solely responsible for equipment packaging and transportation costs both to and from the factory.  
At the customer's request, Scientific-Atlanta will make reasonable efforts to provide warranty service at the customer's premises, provided that the customer pays current field  
service rates plus direct travel and accommodation expenses.  
,QꢀFDVHꢀRIꢀDꢀIDXOW  
If an equipment fault develops, perform following steps. For complete information, see “Product return”.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
3URGXFWꢀUHWXUQ  
To return any Scientific-Atlanta product for repair or replacement, follow the steps below. To be eligible for credit, a Material Return Authorization (RMA) number must ac-  
company each product returned to Scientific-Atlanta. This number can only be obtained from your local Scientific-Atlanta Customer Support Center in advance of product re-  
turn. Be sure to include this number in all correspondence.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
/LPLWHGꢀ:DUUDQW\  
Scientific-Atlanta Canada, Inc., hereafter called S-A, warrants that at time of shipment, goods sold shall be free from defects in material and workmanship, and shall be of the  
quality characterized and described by S-A. Notice of any defect shall be given in writing to S-A or an authorized representative immediately upon discovery of such defect  
within one [1] year of the date of shipment of the goods to the original purchaser only. S-A obligations under this warranty are limited to repair or replacement of the product  
[or accessories] that upon examination by S-A or an authorized representative are found to be defective. Under no circumstances shall the obligations of S-A under this war-  
ranty exceed the cost of goods sold. Approval for any goods returned for warranty must be obtained in advance from S-A or an authorized representative. S-A is not obligated  
to accept any goods returned for warranty without prior authorization. Any agreement made between an authorized S-A distributor and the original purchaser that extends  
product warranty beyond the one [1] year period warranted by S-A must not obligate S-A in any way. To obtain authorized warranty service, the purchaser must forward the  
goods by prepaid freight to S-A or an authorized service facility. S-A is not obligated to accept any costs related to the return of goods including freight, customs duties or bro-  
kerage fees incurred by the customer. This warranty is voided if a product is modified, altered or repaired by anyone other than S-A or an authorized service facility.  
Repair charges deemed reasonable by S-A will apply to any goods returned for warranty and found to be in proper working condition. This warranty shall not apply to any  
damage caused by war or insurgence, act of God, improper maintenance or change of serial number, or by operation contrary to the information contained in the instruction  
manual. No liability is assumed by S-A for any collateral or consequential damages or losses associated with this product. S-A reserves the right the revise product specifica-  
tions without prior notice.  
:DUUDQW\ꢀWHUPVꢀDQGꢀFRQGLWLRQV  
All products manufactured by Scientific-Atlanta Canada Inc., hereinafter called S-A, are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship, and conform to cur-  
rently published specifications. Scientific-Atlanta Canada extends warranty coverage to the original purchaser only. Products must be purchased from a recognized Scientific-  
Atlanta dealer or distributor.  
/LPLWVꢀRIꢀOLDELOLW\  
Scientific-Atlanta’s liability is limited to servicing, adjusting or correcting any product returned to the factory under warranty, including the replacement of defective compo-  
nents. Equipment repairs are billed at normal rates for any fault caused by improper installation, maintenance or use, or if the product is subject to abnormal operating condi-  
tions.  
'LVFODLPHU  
Scientific-Atlanta makes no representations that its PowerVu product line is fully compatible with similarly represented equipment from other vendors due to the wide range  
of implementation possibilities of the applicable standards.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Scientific-Atlanta disclaims all statutory and implied warranties such as warranties of merchantability and fitness for purpose. In no event shall Scientific-Atlanta be liable for  
incidental, indirect or consequential damages, regardless of being informed about the possibility of such damages, and in no event shall Scientific-Atlanta's liability exceed the  
purchase price of the product.  
)&&ꢀQRWLFHV  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a TV Interface device and Class B digital device according to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio fre-  
quency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions supplied in this manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,  
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television 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.  
Reorient or relocate the television receiving antenna  
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver  
Connect the equipment to an AC outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected  
Contact your dealer/reseller or an experienced radio/TV technician for help  
The user may find the booklet “Interference handbook” prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful. This booklet is available from the U.S. Government  
Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, stock no. 004-000-00450-7.  
Shielded cables should be used to interconnect this device with any other/peripheral equipment (e.g., TV monitors, terminals, data sources, etc.) to ensure compliance with  
Class B limits. Failure to do so may result in radio or TV interference. Cables should be of braided shield construction with metal end shells.  
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference resulting from unauthorized modification of this equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to correct  
such interference at the user’s expense.  
,QGXVWU\ꢀ&DQDGDꢀQRWLFH  
This digital apparatus does not exceed the limits for Class B radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.  
Le present appareil numerique n’mete pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de Class B prescrites dans le reglement sur le  
brouillage radioelectrique edicte par Industrie Canada.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
$SSHQGL[ꢀ(ꢀꢀ3URGXFWꢀLGHQWLILFDWLRQ  
This Appendix provides important information about your PowerVu Headend Satellite Receiver. Refer to this section for:  
The label affixed to the receiver rear panel contains a 16-digit product identification code number that identifies your receiver, including factory options. The accompanying  
figure shows the product identification code with available factory options. Use this information to help identify your receiver. For more information about product ordering,  
contact your local Scientific-Atlanta Customer Support Center, Scientific-Atlanta dealer or distributor.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  
U i  
U i  
: 4317-B Park Drive, Norcross, GA 30093; Tel: 1-888-949-4786; Fax: 1-770-903-5567  
: 120 Middlefield Road, Scarborough, Ontario, M1S 4M6, Canada; Tel.:1-416-299-6888: Fax: 1-416-299-7145  
i
o : Home Park Estate, Kings Langley, Herts WD4 8LZ, United Kingdom; Tel: +44-1923-266133; Fax: +44-1923-269018  
li : Unit 2, 2 Aquatic Drive, French's Forest, PO Box 292, NSW 2086, Australia; Tel: +61-2-9-452-3388; Fax: +61-2-9-451- 432  
: Westerbachstrasse 28-32, 61476 Kronberg, Germany; Tel: +49 (0)6173-9280; Fax: +49 (0)6173-9281-50  
I
l : Via Fosso Centroni 4, Angolo Via Anagnina, 00040 Roma, Italy; Tel: 3 9-67-984-0030; Fax: 39-67-984-0034  
: Argentina, S.A., 1149 Piso 11, Capital Federal 1011, Argentina; Tel: 54-11-4325-2800; Fax: 54-11-4325-5900  
i
i
o : Scientific-Atlanta Pte. Ltd., 1 Claymore Drive, #08-11 Orchard Towers, Singapore 229594; Tel: 65-733-4314; Fax: 6 5-733-2706  
i i : Lucky Tower, Block B, Suite 1110-1112, 1116-1117, No. 3 Dong San Huan Bei Lu, Beijing, China 100027; Tel: 8610-6461-5 761;  
Fax: 8610-6461-5754  
© 1999 Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.  
Part Number 707-359 Rev. 3A  
All rights reserved.  
Printed in Korea.  
April 1999  
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.  

Regency Indoor Fireplace G36D LP PROPANE User Guide
Reliable Iron 523HA User Guide
ResMed Humidifier 368882 1 2012 11 H5i User Guide
Rosewill Computer Drive RNX B100 User Guide
Rotel Stereo Amplifier RKB 2100 User Guide
Runco Projector CL 610LT User Guide
Ryobi Router R163K User Guide
Samson Stereo Amplifier S62 User Guide
Samsung Camcorder D305 User Guide
Samsung DVD Player SRD 470D User Guide