Channel Master D2A CM-7000 User manual

USER MANUAL
by PCT
by
P
CT
HIGH- DEFINITION TELEVISION
COMPATIBLE

CM-7000 D2A DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER
PLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S GUIDE
Please take the time to follow this owner’s guide carefully. It will help you set up and operate
your system properly, and enjoy all of its advanced features. Save your owner’s guide for future
reference.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the system to rain or
moisture.
WARNING: This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing, and objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on the apparatus. As with any electronic products, use care
not to spill liquids in any part of the system. Liquids can cause a failure and/or a fire hazard.
The CAUTION marks shown here are located on the back of your CM-7000 D2A Digital to Analog
Converter.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, alerts the user to the
presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the system enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle alerts the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance instructions in this owner’s guide.
CAUTION To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, insert
fully.
CAUTION No open flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the
apparatus.
BATTERIES
Please dispose of used batteries properly, following any local regulations. Do not incinerate.
WARRANTY
This Channel Master product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
and service for a period of 90 days after purchase by the original purchaser. If the product does not conform to this
warranty, Channel Master shall replace it if it is returned to the dealer within the 90-day warranty period, and if
examination reveals to Channel Master’s satisfaction, that the product is defective. Claimants under this warranty should
present their claim along with the defective product, proof-of-purchase and the Warranty Certificate originally supplied
with it, to their dealer immediately upon failure. Noncompliance with any part of this claim procedure may invalidate
this warranty in whole or in part. Contact Channel Master for details.
© 2008 Channel Master by PCT, a division of PCT International, Inc. No part of this document may be reproduced, modified,
distributed or otherwise used without written permission. The distinctive design of the D2A Digital Converter is a trademark of
Channel Master by PCT, a division of PCT International, Inc.
The Channel Master logo is used under licensed agreement.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Confidential Unpublished Works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.

CM-7000 D2A DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER
The Channel Master by PCT CM-7000 is a high quality digital ATSC high definition (HD)
to standard definition (SD) television converter box for direct terrestrial FTA HD reception
allowing the user to view HD programs on standard definition TV sets.
The combination of a CM-7000 Digital Analog Converter with a Channel Master digital
antenna is a perfect solution for terrestrial reception in a very wide range of reception
conditions and landscape relief.
For energy saving, which is in compliance with NTIA recommendations, the Auto-Sleep
Function activates Standby mode four (4) hours after last user entry from the remote con-
trol, but not before the end of a currently viewed event.
INTRODUCTION
FEATURES
• Converts all digital video formats, including
HD (High Definition) into SD (standard definition)
analog format
• Easy installation and operation
• Automatic and manual programming
• Electronic Program Guide (EPG) support
• On Screen Display (OSD)
• Closed Caption (CC)
• Full function remote control
• Low power consumption
• Auto-Sleep function
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POWER Power this box only from a power source within the specified voltage
range
To prevent electrical shock, be sure the electrical plug used on the box’s
power cord matches the electrical outlet in use.
Do not open the top cover when the box is plugged into an electrical
outlet.
CONNECTION Connect all peripheral devices before plugging the power cord into
the electrical outlet.
Unplug power cord from the electrical outlet before disconnecting any
peripheral devices.
GROUNDING Terrestrial antenna must be grounded to provide protection from
lightning and build-up of static electricity.
LIGHTNING For protection from lightning or when the box is left unattended for a
long period, disconnect it from the power source.
VENTILATION The slots on the top of the CM-7000 must be left uncovered to allow
proper airflow to the unit.
Do not cover the top with fabric, paper, or other materials.
Do not stack electronic equipment on top of the CM-7000.
OVERHEATING Do not install this box on soft furnishings or carpet.
Do not expose this box to direct sunlight o place it near a heater.
Do not install this box in small or non-ventilated openings between furniture.
LIQUIDS This box should not be exposed to liquids nor should objects filled with
liquid be placed on top of the box.
ENVIRONMENT CM-7000 is for indoor use only under specified conditions.
CLEANING Disconnect the box from the electrical outlet before cleaning.
Use a light damp cloth (no solvents) to clean the box.
SAFETY
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TUNER
Frequency Range 54 to 864 MHz
Input Impedance 75 Ohm
Input Connector F-Type, Female
Channel Bandwith 6 MHz
Input Dynamic Range -83 to -5 dBM / SNR - 15 dB
DEMODULATOR
Type 8VSB / ATSC A/53 compliant
Performance ATSC A/74 compliant
Input Video Formats 1080i, 720p, 480i, 480;
VIDEO
Output Format 480i
Aspect Ratio 4:3 / 16:9 with letter box pan and scan
CONNECTORS
Video
Composite Video RCA
Component Video S-Video
Audio
Left / Right RCA, Stereo
RF MODULATOR
Output RF Connector F-Type, Female
Channel 3 / 4, Selectable, Mono Audio
POWER
Supply 120 VAC / 60 Hz
Consumption “ON” 8 W
Consumption “STANDBY” 2 W
Auto-Sleep Mode 4 hours after last remote control entry
GENERAL
Dimensions 22 x 16 x 4 cm / 8.7 x 6.3 x 1.6 in (W x L x H)
Weight 0.9 kg / 2.0 lbs
ENVIRONMENT
Operating Temperature 0 to 60° C / 32 to 140° F
Relative Humidity 10 to 90% noncondensing
SPECIFICATIONS
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CONNECTING
CONNECTING CM-7000 TO A TV USING RCA CABLE
ANT INCVBS L R
TV
CM-7000
Terrestrial Antenna
(outdoor or indoor)
RCA Cable
CONNECTING CM-7000 TO A TV USING RF COAXIAL CABLE
ANT INCVBS L R
TV
CM-7000
Terrestrial Antenna
(outdoor or indoor)
RF Coaxial Cable

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CONNECTING
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CONNECTING CM-7000 TO A VCR USING RF COAXIAL CABLE
ANT INCVBS L R
TV
CM-7000
Terrestrial Antenna
(outdoor or indoor)
RF Coaxial Cable VCR
OUT
IN
RF Coaxial Cable

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MENU TREE
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MENU
CHANNEL
EDIT SET UP
CHANNEL
SCAN
PARENTAL
CONTROL
CLOSED
CAPTIONED
ALL CLOCKTERRESTRIAL PASSWORDSERVICE
FAVORITES LANGUAGE MOVIE
RATING
PREFERENCES
DELETED AUDIO TV
RATING
LOCKED DEFAULTS ADDITIONAL
RATING
VERSION LOCK
AUTO
POWER
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REMOTE CONTROL
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Mute Set volume to mute
Toggles mute on / off
Option Not used
Info Invokes the information banner
Standby Enters and exits standby mode
Menu Invokes Menu screen
Exit to previous Menu item
FAV Invokes Channel List menu
Switches between Channel List and Favorites
List
Exit Exit from Menu
Arrow Up Move focused item in menu or channel list
Arrow Down Move focused item in menu or channel map
Arrow Left Switch to Favorite Channel List in Channel List
Menu
Change selection in menu
Switch to the next channel in EPG screen
Arrow Right Switch to Favorite Channel List in Channel List
Menu
Change selection in menu
Switch to the previous channel in EPG screen
OK Select a channel or menu option
Back Switch to previously viewed channel
PgU Unused
PgD Unused
0 - 9 Numeric key to change channel number or
numeric value
CH + Channel up
CH - Channel down
Vol + Increase volume
Vol - Decrease volume
Audio Select audio
Wide Select picture shape
Subtitle Select Closed Caption (CC)
Text Unused
Guide Invokes the EPG screen
Universal
Remote Code For universal remote, use Pioneer Cable Box code
To program a universal remote to operate the CM-7000 digital to analog converter
box, use Pioneer cable box codes.

CM-7000 D2A DIGITAL TO ANALOG CONVERTER
CHANNEL BANNER
• Provides channel major & minor numbers, station name and current time.
• Gets invoked during channel number entry, channel up/down.
• Automatically times out.
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INFORMATION BANNER
• Provides channel major & minor numbers, station name and current time, program
name/description/duration, video resolution, audio language, rating, cc information
and signal strength.
• Allows user to browse thru the program description.
• Info button on remote invoke information banner.
• Allows user to fine tune antenna.
• Banner does not timeout. Press Info to clear.
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MENU
• Allows user to configure the system with easy to use graphical interface.
Channel Edit
Channel Scan
System Setup
Closed Captions
Parental Control
• Menu button on remote allows access to access the menu.
• Use left/right, up/down, Menu/OK buttons to navigate the menu.
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MENU - CHANNEL EDIT
• Allows user to set channel as favorite.
• Allows usser to delete channel.
• Allows user to browse locked channel.
• Invoke menu using Menu key.
• Navigate to channel edit options using up/down keys, click OK key to access
channel edit options that allows you to set channel as a favorite or delete a channel.
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CHANNEL SCAN
• Automatically searches all terrestrial channels.
• Automatically updates the channel list with only newly found channels.
• Previously set channel properties such as favorite, delete and lock remains the same.
• List the channels that are added to the channel list.
• Monitor the progress of the channel scan.
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CHANNEL SCAN (continued)
Accesses channel scan OSD:
• Invokes menu using Menu key.
• Use up/down and OK keys to access channel scan.
• Select either terrestrial or cable to search respective channels.
• Select either scan all or update and click OK to start channel scan.
• Scan/update operation shows progress and lists channels as they are found.
• Update is used to add channels without loosing previously found channels.
• Use Menu key return back to the previous option, Exit key to quit the menu any time.
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SET UP
Provides easy to user interface to set the system properties like date & time, OSD
language, etc.
• Set date and time either automatically or manually.
• Choose English, Spanish, or French as OSD language.
• Set audio options:
- Internal speakers ON/OFF
• Returns all settings to factory defaults.
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SET UP (continued)
To access Setup OSD:
• Invokes menu using Menu key.
• Use up/down and OK keys to access Setup.
• Select Clock, Language, Defaults, and Version. Click OK to access respective option.
• Clock allows usser to set the system time, time zone, daylight saving time.
• Language option allows usser to select OSD languages.
• Use Menu key return back to the previous option, Exit key to quit the menu any time.
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SET UP - CLOSED CAPTION
Provides easy to use interface to select one of the caption services and caption font
properties
• Allows user to select one of the available closed caption services (analog and
digital).
• Allows font set up of the caption like size, style, edge effects, foreground and
background color/transparency.
• Sample caption window displayed reflects caption preferences.
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SET UP - CLOSED CAPTION (continued)
To access Setup OSD:
• Invokes menu using Menu key.
• Use up/down and OK keys to access Closed Captions.
• Select Services or Preferences. Click OK to access respective options.
• Services allows access to select a service.
• Preferences allows access to set captioning font preferences.
• Use Menu key return back to the previous option, Exit key to quit the menu at any time.
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SET UP - PARENTAL CONTROL
Provides easy to use interface to set movie and TV limits to block a program based on
its rating
• Allows access to set, reset, and change password.
• Resetting password update Date and Count that will indicate when the password
was last reset and how many times it was reset.
• Allows access to set movie rating limits to block the programs exceeding the set
rating limits.
• Allows access to set TV rating limits to block the programs exceeding the set rating limits.
• Additional rating menu displays program DRRT and allows the user to block those ratings.
• Allows access to block the channel completely irrespective of program ratings.
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