Motorola DCT6412 DUAL-TUNER DVR AND HD SET-TOP - MICROSOFT FOUNDATION User manual

Table of contents

Important safety instructions ..................................................

Introduction ............................................................................

SECTION 1 - Your new terminal

Recording capacity ................................................................

Front panel .............................................................................

Rear panel DCT6200 et DCT6412 .........................................

Rear panel DCT6416 et DCT3416 .........................................

Using the remote ...................................................................

Remote control basic setup ..................................................

Rear panel connectors ..........................................................

Terminal connections .............................................................

HDMI connection ...................................................................

Simple guideline for the initial setup of your terminal ............

SECTION 2 - Digital cable access

Interactive guide ....................................................................

Info bar and quick guide .......................................................

Quick menu ...........................................................................

Main menu .............................................................................

Hourly channel guide ............................................................

Title search ............................................................................

Parental control and purchase code .....................................

Code setup ....................................................................

Parental control setup ....................................................

To watch locked programming ......................................

Bypass or delete locks ..................................................

Restore locks .................................................................

Favourites ..............................................................................

Guide reminder ......................................................................

To set a reminder ...........................................................

Reminder options ..........................................................

Recordings ............................................................................

Live TV recording ...........................................................

To record TV program ....................................................

One-time recording .......................................................

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Series recording .......................................................

Series recording features .................................

Time frame recordings .............................................

Manage recordings ..................................................

PVR listings ...............................................................

Calendar ...................................................................

PVR cleanup .............................................................

PVR history ...............................................................

PVR setup .................................................................

VCR recording ..........................................................

Pay-per-view .............................................................

To cancel pay-per-view order ............................

Pay-per-view notice ..........................................

Setup ........................................................................

Guide setup ......................................................

Terminal setup ..................................................

Screen position setup .......................................

Text language setup .........................................

Audio setup ......................................................

Guide colour setup ...........................................

Frequently asked Questions .....................................

Control locks .....................................................

Pay-per-view .....................................................

PVR and digital services ...................................

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Important safety instructions

Please read this guide thoroughly and follow every recommendation before using the terminal.

1. Location, installation and ventilation

a) Install the terminal so that its position does not interfere

with its proper ventilation. For example, do not place it on a

bed, sofa, rug or any similar surface.

b) Install the terminal away from heat sources such

as radiators, heat registers or on a book shelf, unless

adequate ventilation is provided.

c) Place the terminal in a stable location able to support

its weight.

2. Cleaning and accessories

Unplug the device before cleaning. Do not use liquid or

aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth instead. Do not use the

terminal near water or in a very humid environment. Only

use accessories specified by the manufacturer.

3. Contact with objects or liquids

Never insert objects of any kind through the terminal

openings, as they may cause a fire or an electric shock.

Avoid spreading any kind of liquid on the terminal.

4. Power supply

This device must be plugged into a power supply indicated

on the adapter. In case you doubt the type of power

supply to your home, contact your power company. Avoid

overloading outlets, extension cords or power bars. This

equipment has a polarized alternating current line plug

(with one blade wider than the other). The plug will fit into

a power outlet only one way, which is a safety feature.

Such safety measure as the polarized plug should be fully

observed.

5. Electrical cords safety

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched,

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the

point where they exit from the apparatus.

6. Maintenance

Do not attempt any repair or maintenance or you could be

exposed to dangerous voltages and other hazards. Refer

all servicing to one of our qualified technicians.

7. Damages requiring repair by a technician

a) Plug or power cord is damaged.

b) Apparatus has been exposed to water or other liquids.

c) Apparatus has been dropped, housing has been

damaged or objects have fallen on the apparatus.

d) Obvious change in terminal performance, indicating a

need for maintenance.

If the terminal stops functioning normally according to the

user guide, follow instructions described in the guide only.

Any other adjustments of the other setting features may

cause damages requiring considerable repair time by a

technician to bring the apparatus back to normal.

Should you have a problem which is not listed here,

please contact our technical support.

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Congratulations on receiving a digital Mororola terminal, one of the most advanced available today. It is easy to set and operate.

You can now benefit from features such as:

Programming guide allowing you to conveniently select and view programs, also providing content description.

Pay-per-view events and recent movies easily accessible.

CD quality sound and DVD quality images.

Parental control allowing you to limit access to some channels, shows or timeframes along with a search tool to find

your favorite shows.

To get the most out of your DCT, please read interactive on-screen guide section, as well as your remote control user guide.

Motorola DCT6200, DCT6412, DCT6416, DCT3416

Thank you for choosing a Motorola high definition digital terminal. Models DCT6412, DCT6416 and DCT3416 provide you with

digital recording functions along with a double tuner, which makes them some of the most advanced interactive terminals.

With the DCT, Motorola has merged many digital cable functions, infinite programming options, interactive programming, CD

quality music, flexibility of a double tuner personal digital recorder, as well as great image and sound quality of high definition

television.

Many DCT models include an integrated hard drive for hours of personal video recording allowing recording of HD content, in

addition to viewing and recording options.

The DCT User guide introduces you to DCT basic features. Diagrams, on-screen menu features, in addition to Frequently

asked Questions and PVR and digital services sections, will help you make the most of your entertainment experience.

Introduction

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Recording capacity (DCT6412/6416/3416)

Front panel

Recording capacity varies with video format. Here are a few guidelines to determine recording capacity:

• Digital shows: Digital cable shows are from channel 100 and above. Up to 100 hours of standard digital format programming

can be recorded with the DCT6416/3416 and up to 75 hours with the DCT6412.

• High definition shows (HD TV): Shows aired in high definition can be recorded in the same format, as long as your PVR

is connected to an HD television set. Up to 20 hours of HD programming can be recorded with DCT6416/3416, and up to 25

hours with DCT6412.

Neither the maker nor the TV guide provider can guarantee the exact amount of programming data that can be recorded. The

approximate time depends on the type of program.

GUIDE TIP: PVR is not a long-term storage device. To maximize your storage space, review the contents of your library

regularly and discard the recordings you no longer wish to save.

The DCT front panel includes 12 buttons and a LED display screen. These buttons are used for basic functions, such as

accessing the interactive program guide, navigation menus and pay-per-view programs.

1. DISPLAY PANEL

The main panel displays either channel or clock. Here are the indicator lights on the panel:

• MSGS – not yet operational

• A/B – RF bypass is activated (DCT6200)

• ON – terminal is on

• REMOTE – remote is currently used

• Record lights – lights red to show programs are being recorded

2. NAVIGATION KEYS

Move the cursor through the interactive guide and menus.

2. Navigation keys 1. Display panel 7. Guide

8. Channel6. Select4. Power3. Menu5. Info

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Cable IN

RF Out

IR

Optical

S/PDIF

S-Video

DVI-D

S/PDIF

Video

IN OUT

L

R

L

R

AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT

PR PBY

Ethernet

USB

IEEE

3. MENU

Displays the main menu.

4. POWER

Indicates the terminal is on or off.

5. INFO

Displays the currently tuned in channel and program information.

6. SELECT

Selects menu options, VOD programs and interactive guide programs.

7. GUIDE

Displays TV guide.

8. CHANNEL +/ -

Switches channel by going to the next or preceding ones.

Rear panel (DCT6200/6412)

1. Cable IN

16. RF Out*

10. Audio OUT R et L

2. Ethernet 3. Audio IN R et L 4. S/PDIF

6. OUTLET

7. IR 8. USB

9. DVI-D

11. Y, Pb, Pr

14. IEEE

15. Power connector

12. S-Video

13. Optical

S/PDIF

5. Video IN

Video OUT

* Not available on the DCT6412.

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Cable IN

RF Out

IR

Optical

S/PDIF

S-Video Video OUT

L

R

AUDIO OUT PR

PB

Y

Ethernet

HDMI

USB

IEEE

! !

Rear panel (DCT6416/3416)

1. Cable IN 16. RF Out 17. HDMI10. Audio OUT R et L

2. Ethernet4. S/PDIF

6. OUTLET

7. IR

8. USB

11. Y, Pb, Pr

14. IEEE

15. Power connector12. S-Video

13. Optical

S/PDIF

5. Video OUT

1. CABLE IN

Connects to the signal from the service provider.

2. ETHERNET

Not yet operational.

3. AUDIO IN

Not yet operational.

4. S/PDIF

S/PDIF orange connector is a digital output connector transmitting Dolby Digital 5.1 or audio PCM sound. It is used to connect

the DCT6200/6412/6416 to a stereo tuner or an A/V receiver to get theater-quality surround sound.

5. VIDEO OUT

This connector is used to carry the image from the digital terminal to the VIDEO IN connector of the television set. Use a RCA

(red, white, yellow) wire.

6. OUTLET

This alternating current outlet may be used as an additional outlet to plug in a television set to the DCT6200/6412. It is not

recommended to plug in several devices on this outlet or powerful equipment such as a home theater.

7. IR

To plug in an infrared sensor when terminal is located in enclosed furniture.

8. USB

Not yet operational.

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9. DVI-D

Digital video interface. To connect a HD monitor or television set. Use a DVI/DVI or DVI/HDMI cable according to your TV set,

along with RCA sound cables.

10. AUDIO OUT R, AUDIO OUT L

RCA-type connectors transmit sound to a stereo receiver.

11. Y, Pb, Pr

These connectors transmit component video to high definition receiver or television set.

Use component cables.

12. S-VIDEO

Connector transmitting high quality standard video to S-VIDEO peripherals such as high-end VCR and television set. Use an

S-VIDEO-type cable along with an audio composite cable.

13. OPTICAL S/PDIF

OPTICAL S/PDIF connector is an optical digital output transmitting Dolby Digital 5.1 or audio PCM sound used to connect the

cable box to a stereo tuner or an A/V receiver to get a theater-quality surround sound through a S/PDIF fibre optic-type cable.

14. IEEE 1394

Dolby 5.1 digital audio and video interface. To connect an HD screen or television set.

15. POWER CONNECTOR

To plug in the female end of the power cord.

16. RF OUT

Conventional cable output used to transmit basic image and sound. Connect with standard cable.

17. HDMI

Dolby 5.1 digital audio/video interface. To connect an HD screen or TV set, use a HDMI/HDMI or HDMI/DVI cable, depending

on the television set.

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REPLAY

LIST

LAST

LIVE TV

PPV

FAV

SWAP

VIDEO SOURCE

PAGE

EXIT

CHANNEL + / -

OK/SELECT

INFO

MENU

SETUP

DAY

VOLUME + / -

STAR

MUTE

STOP, PAUSE, PLAY, REW, RECORD, FFWD

GUIDE

Numbers

POWER

MODE

Using the remote

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POWER

Press POWER to turn selected source on or off.

MODE

To select the apparatus the remote will control. The selected apparatus will be active unless another one is selected.

SETUP

To program the remote (see your remote user guide).

EXIT

To get back to live TV.

GUIDE

Displays TV guide.

DAY

To move TV guide display one day up.

VOLUME + / -

Increases or decreases volume of the VCR, television set or audio device. Please select the device before increasing or

decreasing volume.

FAV

To tune to your favorite channels once you have set up your favourites list.

MUTE

Activates or deactivates the sound.

PPV

Allows direct access to pay-per-view, where available.

REPLAY

Replays the 15 last seconds on the currently-tuned channel.

STAR

Locks up viewing of selected programs or displays pay-per-view menu.

VIDEO SOURCE

To select signal input to be displayed on your TV set.

SWAP

Toggles between TV tuners. See the VCR recording section.

Numbers

Press channel numbers to tune to a channel.

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STOP, PAUSE, PLAY, REW, RECORD, FFWD

Controls VCR, DVD and CD players, as well as live TV and PVR content.

LIVE TV

Available with PVR terminals only. Jumps to live TV.

LIST

Displays recorded programs list. Available with PVR terminals only.

LAST

Return to the preceding channel or screen.

CHANNEL + / -

To get to the preceding or next channel.

PAGE

Scroll to the next or preceding page of listings.

OK/SELECT

To select highlighted items or, while watching TV, display or remove on-screen mini-guide.

MENU

To access main menu and quick menu.

INFO

Displays program information.

This step is not essential, and allows the remote control to manage television set, VCR, DVD player or any other entertainment

equipment.

For basic remote control programming, consult your remote control user guide.

We recommend locking channels and volume. Guidelines are included with your remote control user guide.

The remote control we provide is designed to work with your terminal.

Remote control basic setup

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1. RF

Use RF-type cables provided with the digital terminal for basic connection.

2. COMPOSITE

Use composite cables with audio and video outputs for an improved quality.

3. S-VIDEO

For optimal image quality, use an S-VIDEO-type connector along with two composite sound cables

(red and white). To benefit from Dolby 5.1 digital sound quality with your home theater, use a coax

or optical digital sound connector.

5. HDMI

To enjoy HD superior quality image and Dolby 5.1 sound, use an HDMI cable.

4. Y, Pb, Pr

Component cable connectors. For a high definition image, use Y, Pb, Pr cables along with composite

sound cables.

6. Coax and optical connection

To benefit from optimal Dolby 5.1 digital sound. For home theater connection only.

8. eSATA

Not yet operational.

Rear panel connectors

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Terminal connections

Here are the available basic connection options.

1) Component cable connection

Basic connection for an HD quality image; the most compatible with any television set and terminal.

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2) DVI cable connection

The “above all’’ connection for an optimal HD image quality. Cable is equipped with DVI connector at one end to connect to the

terminal, and an HDMI connector at the other end to connect to television set.

RCA cables must be used for sound connection. Input/output vary from one television brand to the other. Here are two sound

connection setups compatible with DCT6200 and DCT6412.

A) RCA standard

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B) RCA 3.5 mm. (headphone output)

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HDMI connection

This connection provides the best HD image and sound quality. HDMI cable connects terminal to the television set and carries

image and sound signal.

Connection available with DCT3416 and DCT6416 only.

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Turning power on and off

To turn terminal on or off, make sure the remote control is in CABLE mode by pressing CBL, then POWER. The POWER light

indicator will light up on the terminal front panel.

Changing channel

Make sure the remote control is in CABLE mode and punch in the channel number you want to tune to, or press CHANNEL +/-

on the remote control to select a channel. If you are having difficulties, consult the remote control user guide.

Interactive guide

Press GUIDE on the remote control. The interactive guide will display the current program information and allow you to access

options such as Parental control.

Volume

Your terminal and television set have independent volume settings. However, for an optimal sound quality, volume should be

at the highest setting on the terminal and be controlled through the TV. It is recommended to lock VOL +/- button in TV mode.

This procedure can be found in your remote control user guide.

TV INPUT

With conventional analog cable, switching channels was done directly on the TV set. With digital cable, channel selection is

done through the terminal. You must select the source of the signal to be displayed on your TV screen. To do so, press the

source button that can either be called INPUT or TV/VIDEO. On the terminal remote control, press INPUT and the TV set will

display the current source.

The connection varies from one TV brand to the other. To make sure you have the right connection, locate connections on the

back of your TV set to identify each source.

For example, a cable plugged in the screwed connector is actually connected on the TV connection. Press INPUT until a

channel is displayed on the monitor.

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Select program title and press OK/SELECT. If it is currently broadcasted, you will be able to tune in. If it is aired later on, an

information screen will display its specifics.

1. Press GUIDE to access TV schedule.

2. TV guide displays 90 minutes of schedule. While navigating, your selection is highlighted and a description of the event is

displayed on-screen.

3. Use buttons to navigate through the channels, then buttons to see the broadcast schedule for the day or upcoming

days.

4. For faster search:

Use PAGE buttons to search through channels faster.

Use DAY buttons to leap 24 hours forward.

The TV guide appears in the form of a schedule displaying channel numbers and names as well as the time frame.

Interactive guide

Schedule date and time

Currently selected channel

Section 2 - Digital cable access

Selected show title, scheduled

broadcast, description, PG-

rating and channel number.

Abbreviated channel

name and number

Interactive guide basic navigation tips:

• Yellow is the highlighting color. Highlighting shows where you are when navigating through menus with your

remote control.

• Press buttons to move the highlighting.

• Press OK/SELECT to confirm your selection.

• Press EXIT to watch television.

Diagrams and functions introduced in this section may differ from your terminal.

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Press INFO to get program information.

Listings are colour-coded to easily identify all program types:

Blue – Regular programs

Purple – Movies

Green – Sports

Light blue – Kids

Yellow – Highlights your navigation position

Currently selected channel

Option menu:

1- Back

2- Record

3- View channel

4- Favourite

5- Parental control locks

As you go through channels, the info bar provides you with information about currently airing shows. This includes show title,

start/end time, channel number, current time, as well as a brief description of the program.

1. To display info bar while already watching another channel, press INFO.

2. Once you find a program you are interested in, press OK/SELECT to hide info bar or INFO, to get more information.

3. Press CHAN to change channels and access info bar.

Info bar and quick guide

Section 2 - Digital cable access

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