Motorola DCT 5100 HD User manual

Digital Cable Box
USER MANUAL
DCT 5100 HD
Wiring Instructions
Additional Information
Seaside TV

WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE, OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS
THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
CAUTION:
Graphical Symbols and supplemental warning marking locations on bottom of terminal.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

1Read instructions
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the digital cable box is operated.
2Retain instructions
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3Heed warnings
All warnings on the digital cable box and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4Follow instructions
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or ae rosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended as they may cause hazard.
7Water and moisture
Do not use this equipment near water; for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry- tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
8Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall
causing serious injury and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the equipment. Any mounting of
the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory
recommended by the manufacturer.
9Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of
the equipment and to protect it from overheating. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. Equipment should never be placed near
or over a radiator or heat register, or in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided.
10 Power sources
This product should be operated only from the type of power sources indicated on the marking
label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your local power
company. For equipment intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the
operating instructions.
11 Ground or polarization
This equipment may be equipped with a polarized alternating -current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will t 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t, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the
safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12 Alternate warnings
This equipment may be equipped with a 3 -wire grounding - type plug , a plug having a third
(grounding) pin. This pin will only t into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If
you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
13 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
14 Outdoor Cable Grounding
Ensure the cable system is grounded as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges.
15 Lightning
For added protection for this equipment during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system.
This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges.
16 Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of re or electrical
shock.
17 Object and liquid entry
Never push objects of any kind into this equipment through openings, as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short -out parts that could result in a re or electrical shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
18 Servicing
Do not attempt to service this equipment yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards, return to Seaside Communications for replacement.
19 Safety check
Upon completion of any service to this digital cable box, ask the Seaside service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operational condition.
20 Heat
This digital cable box should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including ampliers) that produce heat.
Disclaimer
The information in this document is carefully examined, and is believed to be entirely reliable. However, no
responsibility is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, Seaside Communications reserves the right to make
changes herein to improve readability, function, or design.
Motorola Computer Software Copyrights
The Motorola product described in this manual may include copyrighted Motorola computer programs stored
in semiconductor memories or other media. Laws in the United States and other countries preserve for
Motorola certain exclusive rights for copyrighted computer programs, including, but not limited to, the
exclusive right to copy or reproduce in any form the copyrighted computer program. Accordingly, any
copyrighted Motorola computer programs contained in the Motorola products described in this manual may
not be copied, reproduced, modied, reverse-engineered, or distributed in any manner without the express
written permission of Motorola. Furthermore, the purchase of Motorola products shall not be deemed to grant
either directly or by implication, estoppel, or otherwise, any license under the copyrights, patents or patent
applications of Motorola, except for the normal non-exclusive license to use that arises by operation of law in
the sale of a product.
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Ofce.
All other product or service names are the property of their respective owners. © Motorola, Inc. 2010
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing
Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respects toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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DCT5100 Installation Manual
Contents
Section 1
Introduction
Standard Features............................................................................................................................................................................1-2
Optional Features.............................................................................................................................................................................1-3
Using This Manual............................................................................................................................................................................1-4
Related Documentation ...................................................................................................................................................................1-4
Document Conventions...................................................................................................................................................................1-4
If You NeedHelp...............................................................................................................................................................................1-5
Calling for Repairs............................................................................................................................................................................1-5
Section 2
Overview
FrontPanel........................................................................................................................................................................................2-1
Rear Panel.........................................................................................................................................................................................2-3
RF Bypass Switch Option................................................................................................................................................................2-4
Remote Controls...............................................................................................................................................................................2-5
Seaside Remote Control.........................................................................................................................................................2-5
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control............................................................................................................................2-7
Section 3
Installation
Installing the DCT5100.....................................................................................................................................................................3-1
Standard Cabling Diagram..............................................................................................................................................................3-2
RF Bypass Switch Cabling Diagrams.............................................................................................................................................3-3
Audio/Video Cabling Diagrams.......................................................................................................................................................3-4
Audio-Only Receiver........................................................................................................................................................................3-8
IR Blaster Transmitter....................................................................................................................................................................3-10
Locating the IR Receiver on the VCR..................................................................................................................................3-10
Installing the IR Blaster.........................................................................................................................................................3-11
Checking the IR Blaster........................................................................................................................................................3-11
Data Devices...................................................................................................................................................................................3-12
Rear Panel Connections.......................................................................................................................................................3-12