PDi PD295-002 User manual

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Document Number: PD196-244R8
PD295-002
Set Top Box
Interface Module

Better Solutions Are Within Reach®
MODEL NUMBER: PD295-002
Document Number:
PD196-244R8
Mini-Module Set Top Box Interface Instruction Manual
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PDi Communication Systems, Inc. 40 Greenwood Lane Springboro, Ohio 45066 USA PH 1-800-628-9870 FX 937-743-5664
Table of Contents
CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS................................................................................................................................................3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................................4
Introduction..............................................................................................................................................................................5
Compatibility............................................................................................................................................................................5
Mounting the Interface Module................................................................................................................................................6
Connections ............................................................................................................................................................................7
Wall Mounted Televisions...................................................................................................................................................7
Wall Mounted TV –Data, Power, and IR Emitter Cable Installation...............................................................................7
Wall Mounted TV - RF Cable Installation........................................................................................................................8
Arm Mounted Televisions....................................................................................................................................................9
Arm Mounted TV –Data, Power, and IR Emitter Cable Installation ...............................................................................9
Arm Mounted TV - RF Cable Installation ......................................................................................................................10
TV Setup ...............................................................................................................................................................................13
Verifying and Troubleshooting Connections.........................................................................................................................14
Understanding Interface Module Setup Menus.....................................................................................................................15
Programming the Interface Module.......................................................................................................................................17
Programming the IR Code Set..........................................................................................................................................17
Keypad Programming (Mapping) Instructions...................................................................................................................18
Programming for Off-Air Non-Satellite Channels Using Off-Air RF Pass-Thru.................................................................18
Programming the STB Signal Input Type .........................................................................................................................20
Restoring Factory Default Settings .......................................................................................................................................21
Operation...............................................................................................................................................................................21
Cable/Satellite TV Operation.............................................................................................................................................21
Off-Air TV Operation (Optional).........................................................................................................................................21
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................22
Appendix A - Control Device (TV) Key Reference................................................................................................................23
Appendix B - STB Function Reference.................................................................................................................................24
Appendix C - Factory Defaults..............................................................................................................................................26
Limited Warranty...................................................................................................................................................................28

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CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or
moisture.
WARNING: To prevent injury, this apparatus must be securely
attached to the equipment rack in accordance with the
installation instructions.
WARNING: Do not install this equipment in a confined space
such as a bookcase or similar unit.
Modifications
Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not
expressly approved by PDi may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Cables
Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with
metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods to maintain compliance with
FCC Rules and Regulations.
Safety Instructions
To avoid any malfunctions of the unit and associated components
and unwanted electric shock or fire accidents, please observe the
following:
•Review the manual for your STB unit for safety
instructions
•Review the manual for your PDI TV for safety instructions
•Review the manual for the rack unit.
Placement
Avoid placing the unit in surroundings with:
•High temperature (over 40 C) or high humidity (over
90%).
•Direct sunlight or heat sources, like radiators or ovens.
•Excessive dust.
•Electrostatic effect.
•Vibration, impact, or tilted surface.
Wet Areas
•Avoid rain and moisture.
•DO NOT set containers with liquid, such as vases, on top of
the unit.
•Avoid placing the unit in areas where there is dripping
and/or splashing.
•Avoid placing unit near standing water.
Oxygen Environment
•DO NOT use in an oxygen tent or an oxygen chamber.
Such use may cause a fire hazard.
SERVICING
User Servicing
If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked
change in performance and you are unable to restore normal
operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating
instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other
hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
product.
If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and
will often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the product to its normal operation.
If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance which indicates a need for service.
Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the
product is in safe operating conditions.
Cleaning & Disinfecting
Unplug before cleaning.
Use a soft cloth to clean.
Do not use harsh chemicals such as solvents.
COPYRIGHT, DISCLAIMER, TRADEMARKS
Copyright
PDi Communication Systems, Inc. claims proprietary right to the
material disclosed in this manual. This manual is issued in
confidence for installation and operational information only and
may not be used to manufacture anything shown herein. Copyright
by PDi Communication System, Inc. All rights reserved.
Disclaimer
The author and publisher have used their best efforts in preparing
this manual. PDi Communication Systems, Inc. makes no
representation or warranties with respect to the accuracy or
completeness of the contents of this manual and specifically
disclaim any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any
particular purpose and shall in no event be liable for any loss of
profit or any other damages, including but not limited to special,
incidental, consequential or other damages for the use of this
manual. The information contained herein is believed accurate, but
is not warranted, and is subject to change without notice or
obligation.
Trademarks
All brand names and product names used in this manual are
trademarks, registered trademarks, or trade names of their
respective holders. PDi and Better Solutions Are Within Reach are
registered trademarks of PDi Communication Systems, Inc.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 is provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your 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.
15. This appliance should be mounted in an equipment
rack as recommended by the manufacturer.
16. Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and
liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
17. If an outside antenna or cable system is connected
to the video product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounding so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, provides information with respect 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 Figure A.
NOTE: This reminder is provided to call the CATV
system installer’s attention to article 820-40 of the NEC
that 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 practical.

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Introduction
Traditionally a facility pays for dozens or hundreds of cable/satellite channels but only has a small number of set top
boxes, each locked on a single channel, and combined onto the cable plant. When a patient wants to view a channel that
isn’t on the cable plant, the nurse has to go to the head end and change one of the receivers or tell the patient the channel
is not available. In an effort to provide the full channel package to each patient, the set top box may be placed next to
each TV in the patient area. Unfortunately, when the IR remote is used by one patient to change his channel, any TV
nearby will also change.
The PDi Interface Module is designed to improve the patient experience interacting with a TV at a facility in which the
channels come from a cable/satellite set top box. It allows direct access to all set top box functions via PDi TV keypad, IR
remote, Pillow speaker and PDI-Qube™table radio. It gives patients access to every channel the facility is paying for,
and allows patients to easily switch between cable/satellite, in-house DVD and rooftop antenna channels. The interface
module can pay for itself by eliminating modulators, splitters and combiners in most environments. It removes the need to
modulate signals for distribution (by using one coax or HDMI cable from each set top box to an associated TV). It offers
customizable key mapping and works in retro-fit installations (in which each set top box is already modulated to a different
channel and combined onto the cable plant). Best of all it’s made in America!
Compatibility
The PDi interface module forms a communication bridge between a PDi TV and a set top box. Therefore, it has been
designed to be compatible with as many models of TV’s and set top boxes as possible. All PDi TV’s larger than 10” built
since 2008 are compatible. For earlier model PDi TV’s look for a CCI port on the unit or contact PDi to verify.
As of this print, the following set top boxes have been tested to work with the PDi interface module. Contact PDi for
compatibility with other models.
Provider
Set Top Box Model
PDi Interface Module
Min Firmware Version
Cablevision
Scientific Atlanta Explorer 4250HD
V3.00
Charter/Spectrum
Motorola DCH6200
V3.03
Charter/Spectrum
Motorola DCT2224
V3.03
Comcast
Pace DC50X
V2.06
Comcast
Comcast PR150B
V3.00
Comcast
Comcast RNG110
V3.00
COX
COX 3250HD
(Scientific Atlanta Explorer 3250HD)
V3.00
Dish
Dish ViP211k
V3.00
Dish
Dish ViP222k
V3.00
Haivision
Haivision Stingray
V3.05
Haivision
Haivision Mantaray
V3.07
Time Warner Cable/Spectrum
Cisco DTA 271HD
V3.00
Time Warner Cable/Spectrum
Cisco 8742 HDC
V3.00
Time Warner Cable/Spectrum
Spectrum101-T
V3.00
Verizon
V3.03