Pace TDC577X User manual

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CONTENTS
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected
by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright
protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for
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Other trademarks listed herein are the property of their respective owners.
The model number, serial number and electrical rating of this set-top
are on a label on its base.
Copyright © 2007 Pace Micro Technology plc. All rights reserved.
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................................................................2
Warnings on your set-top......................................................................................2
Other warnings.........................................................................................................2
Installation..................................................................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................3
REAR PANEL ...................................................................................................................8
FRONT PANEL ............................................................................................................ 10
CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT........................................................................ 11
Setup A: Home theater receiver and TV
with composite video connection .................................................................... 12
Setup B: Home theater system and TV
with composite video connection .................................................................... 14
Connecting your TV to the AC power supply ............................................... 16
Connecting the power cord to your set-top ................................................ 16
Connecting equipment to the wall AC outlets ............................................. 16
OPERATING YOUR SET-TOP................................................................................... 17
Using your remote control................................................................................. 17
Turning your set-top on and off......................................................................... 17
Your set-top’s DVR functions............................................................................. 18
Using an external hard disk ................................................................................ 19
Lightning storms.................................................................................................... 19
Using RF Bypass..................................................................................................... 20
USING THE SETUP MENUS ..................................................................................... 21
SOLVING PROBLEMS ................................................................................................ 22
TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE OF SOFTWARE (“TERMS”) ........... 25
OPEN SOURCE LICENSES....................................................................................... 27

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SAFETY INFORMATION
This digital set-top has been manufactured and tested with your
safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential
electric shock or fire hazards.To avoid defeating the safeguards that
have been built into your set-top, please observe the precautions
discussed in this document.
Warnings on your set-top
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this set-
top to rain or moisture.
On the rear panel of your set-top there is a tamper-evident label
that states ‘Warranty void if broken or removed’.
To avoid possible damage to the internal hard disk, do not pick up
or move your set-top while it is connected to the wall AC outlet. If
you want to move your set-top, first stop any recording, then turn off
your set-top and wait 60 seconds before disconnecting it. You should
handle your set-top carefully, as any damage you cause to the internal
hard disk (or any other component) will invalidate your warranty.
Installation
The installation of your set-top should be carried out by a qualified
installer and should conform to local codes.
Note to the installer
This reminder is provided to call the attention of the cable-TV-system
installer to Section 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (USA),
which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as is practical.
Service address:
Pace MicroTechnology (Support Services) Ltd.
3701 FAU Boulevard, Suite 200, Boca Raton
Florida, 33431, U.S.A.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within a
triangle, is intended to alert you to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous” voltages within your set-top’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to
alert you to the presence of important instructions in
the literature accompanying your set-top.
Other warnings
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover of
your set-top. There are no user-serviceable parts inside it.
Do not perform any servicing unless you are qualified to do so.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing the set-
top yourself will invalidate the warranty.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before you install or use the apparatus, you must read
and understand these Important Safety Instructions.
At all times when using the apparatus you must follow
these Important Safety Instructions to reduce the risk of
fire, electrical shock and injury to persons.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-
type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than
the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into the outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused
for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.

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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
In addition to the Important Safety Instructions, please read the
Safety Information below.
Power sources
You must operate your set-top only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power
company. If you move your set-top between locations at different
temperatures, allow it to reach room temperature before you
apply power to it.
Water and moisture
Do not expose your set-top to dripping or splashing and ensure
that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, are placed on your
set-top. See also item 5 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Lightning
For added protection for your set-top during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
disconnect the cable system from your set-top. See also item 13 in
the Important Safety Instructions.
Placement and mounting
Do not place your set-top on an unstable or uneven surface.
Your set-top may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and
serious damage to your set-top. If you mount your set-top, for
example to a wall or ceiling, follow the manufacturer’s instructions
and use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
See also item 12 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Ventilation
Slots and openings in the casing of your set-top are provided for
ventilation, to ensure reliable operation of your set-top and to
protect it from overheating.
• Never block the ventilation openings by placing your set-top on
a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
• Never cover the ventilation openings with items such as
newspapers, table-cloths or curtains.
• Do not place your set-top
in a built-in installation such
as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided
or you have adhered to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
• It is recommended that you
maintain a minimum distance
of 2 inches around your set-
top for sufficient ventilation.
See also item 7 in the Important
Safety Instructions.
Entry of objects and liquids
Never push objects of any kind into your set-top through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that
could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on your set-top.
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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
Transporting
Move the combination of set-top and cart with care. Quick stops,
excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the combination
of set-top and cart to overturn. See also item 12 in the Important
Safety Instructions.
Outdoor antenna grounding
Be sure that any outside antenna or cable system connected
to your set-top is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and static charges that have built up.
Article 810 of the National Electrical Code (USA), ANSI/NFPA
70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See the diagram below.
Risk of fire or scorching
Never place naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on or
adjacent to your set-top.
Ambient temperature
The operating temperature range of your set-top is 32-104°F. If the
ambient temperature around your set-top falls outside this range,
you must correct this in order for your set-top to work correctly
and safely. For example, if the temperature is too high, switch on
the air conditioning.
Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or other power
outlets as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Replacement parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure that the
service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards. See also item 14 in the Important Safety Instructions.
Safety check
Upon completion of any servicing or repairs to your set-top, ask
the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that
your set-top is in its proper operating condition. See also item 14
in the Important Safety Instructions.
SAVE THIS INFORMATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
electric service equipment
power service grounding electrode system
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
grounding conductors
(NEC section 810-21)
antenna-discharge unit
(NEC section 810-20)
antenna lead-in wire
ground clamps
ground clamps
(Example antenna grounding as per
National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA 70)

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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
Safety aspects of connections
Full details of the rear panel are on page 8.
Connecting
Do not connect your set-top (or any other equipment such
as a TV or VCR) to the power supply until you have properly
connected all the other cables.
Your set-top operates with a 120 V AC, 60 Hz power supply.
Do not connect your set-top to any supply other than this.
This set-top is equipped with a two-wire power cord, with a
polarized plug at one end.The other end of the cord is fitted with
a polarized connector, which is shaped such that it can be fitted
only one way into the power input jack of your set-top. Connect
this end first, before inserting the polarized plug into the wall
socket-outlet.
Disconnecting
Disconnect your set-top from the power supply before you
disconnect any other equipment from its rear panel.
The only way to disconnect your set-top from the power supply
is to remove the power cord from the wall socket-outlet.Your
set-top must therefore be installed near to the wall socket-outlet,
which should be easily accessible.
The POWER OUTLET plug is designed only for connection to the AC
power cord for a TV.The maximum power it can supply is 500 watts.
Do not connect any equipment that uses more than 500 watts, or
any non-TV equipment such as a toaster or hair dryer.
The CABLE IN connector is designed for
connection to a cable network only.
You must not connect any other equipment,
such as a VCR, to this input.
POWER INPUT

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SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.)
Epilepsy and on-screen images
Certain people are susceptible to epileptic seizures or losing
consciousness when faced with certain types of flashing lights in
our daily environment.
These people are exposed to the risk of seizures if they watch
certain television images or if they view certain images while they
are browsing the Web.These phenomena may appear even when
the subject has no previous history of this problem or has never
suffered an epileptic seizure.
If you, or a member of your family, has already suffered symptoms
linked to epilepsy (seizure or loss of consciousness) in the presence
of stimulation by light, please consult your doctor before using this
product.
If you or any person using the equipment experiences dizziness,
involuntary movements or convulsion, please immediately stop
viewing and consult a doctor.
When you are browsing the Web or playing a Web-based game,
take the following precautions:
• Use the equipment in a well-lit room, and turn down the
brightness of your television screen.
• Sit at a reasonable distance from your television screen.
• Take a break for ten minutes every hour.
You should avoid using the Web if you are tired or have lost some sleep.
Regulatory information
CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify your set-top without
written authorization from the manufacturer. Unauthorized
modification could void your authority to operate your set-top.
NOTE
Your set-top has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.Your set-top generates, uses
and can radiate radio-frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If your set-top does cause harmful interference
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
your set-top off and on, you are encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between your set-top and the receiver.
• Connect your set-top to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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REAR PANEL
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Component video output
for SDTV
AUDIO OUT
Left/Right audio outputs
CABLE IN
From cable
service-provider
TO TV
RF output to the
TV or VCR
S-VIDEO
S-video output
VIDEO OUT
Composite video
output
SATA
For connection
to an external
hard disk
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
Electrical S/PDIF audio output
POWER OUTLET
(500W max.)
POWER INPUT
(Make this connection
last of all) OPTICAL AUDIO OUT
Optical S/PDIF audio output
ETHERNET
For future use
IR TRANSMIT
Infra-red output to control a VCR
IR RECEIVE
Infra-red input from
a remote “eye”
USB
For future use
Separable Security Module
(behind cover)
Removal will interrupt your service

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REAR PANEL (cont.)
CABLE IN Connect the cable service here.
TO TV Connect to the RF/antenna input on yourTV or
VCR.
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
If yourTV has component video inputs, you can
connect them to here.
AUDIO OUT Connect to the stereo audio inputs on your
stereo TV, stereo VCR or optional stereo amplifier.
VIDEO OUT Connect to the composite video input on your
TV or VCR.
S-VIDEO Connect to the S-video input (if present) on your
VCR or TV.
OPTICAL AUDIO
OUT
Connect to the optical digital audio input on
optional digital audio equipment.
DIGITAL AUDIO
OUT
Connect to the electrical digital audio input on
optional digital audio equipment, such as an audio
decoder or home theater receiver.
USB (Universal
Serial Bus)
Connect to compatible optional equipment that
supports a USB 1.1 interface, for example: a
printer, digital camera, keyboard or mouse
(for future use).
SATA Connect to an optional external hard disk.
ETHERNET Connect to an optional PC network
(for future use).
Separable Security
Module
(behind cover)
Removal will interrupt your service.
IR TRANSMIT Connect to an optional VCR controller
(for future use).
IR RECEIVE Connect to an optional remote “eye”.
POWER OUTLET Connect the TV’s power cord here to provide AC
power to your TV.
POWER INPUT Connect your set-top’s power cord here.

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FRONT PANEL
TDC577X
POWER
Lights blue when your set-top is
on; red when your set-top is off;
not lighted when your set-top is
disconnected from the power supply
Lights when your set-top is receiving a signal
from the remote control
Lights when there is an unread message
BYPASS
Lights while the bypass feature is on
REC1 & REC2
Lights when one or two
recordings are in progress
Lights when
you play back
a recording

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CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT
Your equipment should have been connected up by your installer. However, if you
need to disconnect and re-connect your equipment, please read the information on
pages 11 through 16.
Two typical connection set-ups are described on pages 12 through 15. Set-up A is
a basic configuration for a TV and home theater receiver. Set-up B is for a TV, VCR,
DVD player and home theater receiver.
These set-ups make efficient use of the connectors on your set-top. However,
depending on your other equipment and the connectors on it, the person who
installed your system may have chosen to connect things up differently.
Set-up B allows stereo recording and play-back of video tapes. You hear stereo sound
from the home theater’s loudspeakers.
Although the RF cables, shown by dashed lines in the diagrams, are not absolutely
necessary, we recommend that you connect them as a back-up and so that you can
use the RF bypass (but note that they will provide only mono sound to theTV and
VCR). If you use the RF cables, you must tune your TV (and VCR) to your set-top’s
VHF output channel (3 or 4, consult your cable service-provider to find out which
channel it is for your location). Consult the manuals supplied with your TV and VCR
for information on how to tune.
You can take advantage of the digital audio output from your set-top by connecting a
suitable cable between your home theater receiver and the OPTICAL AUDIO OUT
connector (as shown in the diagram) or the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack.
WARNINGS
Do not connect your set-top (or any other
equipment such as a TV or VCR) to the AC power
supply until you have properly connected all the
other cables.
Disconnect your set-top from the AC power
supply before you disconnect any other
equipment from its rear panel.
The only way to disconnect your set-top from
the AC power supply is to remove the AC power
cord (or switch the wall socket-outlet switch, if
present, to its OFF position).Your set-top must
therefore be installed near to the AC power
socket-outlet, which should be easily accessible.
The power outlet is designed only for connection
to the AC power cord for a TV. The maximum
power it can supply is 500 watts. Do not connect
any equipment that uses more than 500 watts, or
any non-TV equipment such as a toaster or hair
dryer.
The cable input is designed for connection to a
cable network only. You must not connect any
other equipment, such as a VCR, to this input.
Any cable connected to DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
must be 75 ohm coaxial, not regular audio cable.

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CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)
Set-up A: home theater receiver and tv with composite
video connection
The set-up shown on page 13 uses a composite video connection to connect to the TV.
Variations
If yourTV has component (YPbPr) video connectors, you will see a better quality picture if you use
the set-top’s YPbPr video output jacks instead of the composite (VIDEO OUT) jack.
Alternatively, if your TV does not have component video connectors, but does have an S-video
connector, use the set-top’s S-video output jack instead of the composite (VIDEO OUT) jack.This will
also give a better quality picture.
NOTE
How you set up your equipment may depend on your home theater receiver. For example, the optical
and digital audio inputs may be associated with particular video inputs. Please see your home theater user
information for further details.

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ANTENNA/
RF IN
LEFT
AUDIO IN
RIGHT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
POWER
CABLE INPUT
TV
HOME THEATER RECEIVER
OPTICAL
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
POWER
WALL AC OUTLETS
Set-up A
CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)

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Set-up B: home theater system and TV with composite
video connection
The set-up shown on page 15 uses a composite video connection to connect to the TV.
Variations
If yourTV has component (YPbPr) video connectors, you will see a better quality picture if you use
the set-top’s YPbPr video output jacks instead of the composite (VIDEO OUT) jack.
Alternatively, if your TV does not have component video connectors, but does have an S-video
connector, use the set-top’s S-video output jack instead of the composite (VIDEO OUT) jack.This
will also give a better quality picture.
If both yourTV and VCR have S-video connectors, replace the composite video connection with an
S-video connection between the VCR and the TV (or loop through the home theater receiver if you
prefer).
NOTE
How you set up your equipment may depend on your home theater receiver. For example, the optical
and digital audio inputs may be associated with particular video inputs. Please see your home theater user
information for further details.
CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)

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CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)
ANTENNA/
RF IN
TV / RF
OUT
ANTENNA/
RF IN
LEFT
AUDIO IN
RIGHT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
LEFT
AUDIO IN
RIGHT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
POWER
LEFT
AUDIO OUT
RIGHT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
CABLE INPUT
TV
VCR
DVD
LEFT
AUDIO IN
VCR IN
RIGHT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
HOME THEATER RECEIVER
OPTICAL
AUDIO IN
COAXIAL
AUDIO IN
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL AUDIO IN
OPTICALCOAXIAL
POWER
POWER
POWER
LEFT
AUDIO IN
RIGHT
AUDIO IN
VIDEO IN
WALL AC OUTLET
WALL AC OUTLETS
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO
IN
Set-up B

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WARNINGS
Do not connect your set-top (or any other equipment such as a TV or VCR) to the AC power supply until
you have properly connected all the other cables.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plugs on power cords. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. This plug fits into the outlet in only one way; match the wide blade of the
plug to the wide slot of the outlet.
Connecting your TV to the AC power supply
If yourTV has a rating of less than 500W, connect the power cord from your TV into the connector
labeled “POWER OUTLET” on the rear panel of your set-top.This saves a wall outlet (although, if
yourTV is rated 500W or more, you must connect it to a wall outlet).
Connecting the power cord to your set-top
Before you connect your set-top to a wall outlet, connect the polarized socket on the power cord
into the plug labeled “POWER INPUT” on your set-top’s rear panel.
Connecting equipment to the wall AC outlets
Connect the polarized plugs on the power cords from your set-top,VCR and any other equipment
into wall AC outlets. If these outlets have switches, switch them to ON.
CONNECTING THE EQUIPMENT (cont.)

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OPERATING YOUR SET-TOP
Using your remote control
Your cable TV service-provider determines the digital channels, services and screen information that
you see on your TV when you use your set-top and its remote control.
Consult the information supplied by your cable service-provider for details on how to make the
most of the digital cable services. Also read the operating instructions that are supplied with your
remote control.
Turning your set-top on and off
After you have connected your set-top to the wall AC outlet (and switched this outlet ON, if it has a
switch), the word POWER on your set-top’s front panel should light up red.
Wait for a few seconds, then press the power button on your remote control to turn your set-top
on.The word POWER changes from red to blue, to show that your set-top is on.
To turn your set-top on or off at any time, press the power button on your remote control (making
sure the remote control is set to control the set-top).
NOTES
It is important that, unless there is a lightning storm or you will be away from your home for a long time,
you do not unplug your set-top at the wall AC outlet (or do not switch it off there, if the outlet has a
switch).Your set-top cannot be updated with new features, through the cable, if it is disconnected from the
AC power supply.
Depending on your set-top’s settings, if you switch your set-top off, any TV that is attached to your set-
top’s POWER OUTLET may also turn off. For more details, see page 21.
When your set-top is turned
on, the word POWER
changes from red to blue.
Front-panel display
CAUTION
If you need to disconnect your
set-top from the power supply,
you must first turn your set-top
off, as described above, then wait
60 seconds before removing the
power cord from the wall AC
outlet.
This will avoid possible damage to
your set-top’s internal hard disk.

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OPERATING YOUR SET-TOP (cont.)
Your set-top’s DVR functions
Your set-top has an internal hard disk that you can use to record and play back television programs,
giving you much more control of your viewing experience. For example, you can pause live television
and resume viewing from the point at which you left off. You can record many more hours than
you can using aVCR or DVD recorder.There are lights on your set-top’s front panel to show when
recording and play-back are taking place.
With your set-top you can:
• Pause live TV.
• Instantly replay live TV.
• Fast forward up to the point of live TV.
• Watch a scene in slow motion.
• Rewind through a program you have been watching.
• Record digital video.
• Record one program while watching another.
• Record two programs while watching a previously recorded program.
• Schedule your set-top to record a program or a whole series.
• Fully manage your stored recordings.
• Back up your digital recordings to aVCR/DVD recorder.
• Retain full control over any parental viewing restrictions you have set up.
You control the set-top’s DVR functions using your remote control; consult the information supplied
by your cable operator for more details. Also read the operating instructions that are supplied with
your remote control.
NOTE
The exact functionality of the
DVR (digital video recorder)
in your set-top depends on
your on-screen program guide.
For more details, consult the
information supplied by your
cable operator.
Do not confuse recording to
the hard disk with recording
to a separate VCR or DVD, as
mentioned on page 20.