Motorola Cable Box DCT2000 User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
Read instructions  
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.  
Retain instructions  
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.  
Heed warnings  
All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.  
Follow instructions  
All operating and use instructions should be followed.  
Cleaning  
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.  
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.  
Attachments  
Do not use attachments not recommended  
as they may cause hazard.  
Water 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.  
Accessories  
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.  
Ventilation  
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.  
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.  
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 fit 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 fit,  
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized  
plug.  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
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 fit 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.  
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.  
Outdoor Antenna Grounding  
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the equipment, be sure the antenna or cable  
system is grounded as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges.  
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 antenna or cable  
system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power line surges.  
Power lines  
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or where it can  
fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be  
taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them may be fatal.  
Overloading  
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.  
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 fire or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind  
on the product.  
Servicing  
Do not attempt to service this equipment 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 equipment from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
a
b
c
When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.  
If the equipment has been exposed to rain or water.  
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the equipment.  
d
If the equipment 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 equipment to its normal operation.  
e
f
If the equipment has been dropped or cabinet has been damaged.  
When the equipment exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating 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.  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
Safety check  
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform  
safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operational condition.  
Telephone equipment  
Observe the following precautions when installing telephone modem equipment:  
a
Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.  
b Never install telephone jacks in a wet location unless the jack is specifically designed for wet  
locations.  
c
Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone lines have been  
disconnected at the network interface.  
d
Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.  
Battery usage  
Notwithstanding any information provided by Motorola in this manual regarding the use of batteries, the  
end user assumes all responsibility and liability to use and dispose of batteries in accordance with all  
applicable laws, rules and regulations. Motorola will not be liable to anyone for the end user's failure to  
use and/or dispose of batteries in the proper manner and in accordance with such laws, rules and  
regulations, or for any defect contained in batteries which may cause injury damage to persons or  
property.  
Regulatory Information  
Federal Communications Commission Radio and Television Interface Statement for a Class ‘B’  
Device  
This equipment 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 the residential installation. This equipment 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 the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference  
by one of the following measures:  
Increase the separation between the equipment and the affected receiver  
Connect the equipment on a circuit different from the one the receiver is on  
Ensure that the cover plate for the security card is secured and tight  
You may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communication Commission, helpful: How  
to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems, Stock No. 004-000-0342-4, U.S. Government  
Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.  
Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the  
user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
Declaration of Conformity  
According to 47 CFR, Parts 2 and 15 for Class B Personal Computers and Peripherals; and/or CPU  
Boards and Power Supplies used with Class B Personal Computers, Motorola, Inc., 6450 Sequence  
Drive, San Diego, CA 92121, 1-800-225-9446, declares under sole responsibility that the product  
identifies with 47 CFR Part 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules as a Class B digital device. Each product  
marketed is identical to the representative unit tested and founded to be compliant with the standards.  
Records maintained continue to reflect the equipment being produced can be expected to be within the  
variation accepted, due to quantity production and testing on a statistical basis as required by 47 CFR  
2.909. Operation is subject to the following condition: This device must accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation. The above named party is responsible for  
ensuring that the equipment complies with the standards of 47 CFR, Paragraphs 15.101 to 15.109. The  
Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interface Causing Equipment  
Regulations.  
Canadian Compliance  
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.  
This product was FCC approved under test conditions that included the use of  
the supplied cable between system components. To be in compliance with  
FCC regulation, the user must use this cable and install it properly.  
NOTE  
FCC Part 68 Statement  
This equipment complies with part 68 of the FCC rules. On the rear panel of this equipment is a label  
that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number  
(REN) for the equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.  
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices that may be connected to the telephone line.  
Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming  
call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the  
number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the  
telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling area.  
This equipment uses the following USOC jack: RJC. An FCC-compliant telephone cord and modular  
plug is provided with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone  
network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack that is Part 68 compliant. This equipment  
cannot be used on telephone company-provided coin services. Connection to Party Line Service is  
subject to state tariffs.  
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in  
advance that the temporary discontinuance of services may be required. If advance notice isn’t practical,  
the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your  
right to file a compliant with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.  
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that  
could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance  
notice in order to maintain uninterrupted service.  
If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone system, the telephone company may request that you  
remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.  
It is recommended that the customer install an AC surge arrestor in the AC outlet to which this device is  
connected. This is to avoid damaging the equipment by local lightning strikes and other electrical surges.  
Industry Canada CS-03 Statement  
The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment  
meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as  
prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The  
department does not guarantee that the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction.  
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the  
facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an  
acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above  
conditions might not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment  
should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Repairs or alterations made by  
the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunication company cause  
to request the user to disconnect the equipment.  
Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility,  
telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This  
precaution may be particularly important in rural areas. Users should not attempt to make such  
connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician,  
as appropriate.  
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.4. The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN)  
assigned to each terminal device provides an indication of the maximum number of terminals allowed to  
be connected to a telephone interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any combination  
of devices subject only to the requirement that the sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all  
devices does not exceed 5. The telephone connection arrangement is a CA11A.  
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CONTENTS  
Introduction......................................................................... 3  
Recording Your Connections............................................... 6  
Basic Operation................................................................... 8  
Turning Power On and Off........................................................................... 8  
Changing Channels ..................................................................................... 8  
Adjusting the Volume................................................................................... 8  
Electronic Program Guide............................................................................ 8  
Audio/Video Connections .................................................... 9  
Connecting Your DCT2000 ..................................................10  
Connecting a Mono TV ................................................................................ 11  
Connecting a Stereo TV............................................................................... 13  
Connecting a Mono TV and Mono VCR....................................................... 15  
Connecting a Mono TV and Stereo VCR ..................................................... 17  
Connecting a Stereo TV and Mono VCR ..................................................... 19  
Connecting a Stereo TV and Stereo VCR.................................................... 21  
Connecting a Mono TV, Mono VCR and Stereo Receiver or Amplifier........ 23  
Connecting Dolby® 5.1, TV, VCR and A/V Receiver..................................... 25  
Connecting Baseband with Dolby® Digital to a TV, VCR and A/V Receiver . 27  
Connecting a Mono TV, VCR and DVD ....................................................... 29  
Connecting a Stereo TV, VCR and DVD...................................................... 31  
Connecting a TV, Mono VCR, DVD and Stereo Receiver or Amplifier ........ 33  
Connecting a TV, Stereo VCR, DVD and Stereo Receiver or Amplifier....... 35  
Connecting a TV, VCR, DVD and A/V Receiver or Amplifier ....................... 37  
Troubleshooting...................................................................38  
2
INTRODUCTION  
Welcome and congratulations on receiving your state-of-art Motorola  
DCT2000 digital cable receiver.  
Digital cable brings a world of possibilities to your existing television set  
including more channels, an easy-to-use interactive program guide and  
unsurpassed digital audio and video quality. And that’s just the  
beginning. You also have access to Pay-per-View special events and  
movies, increased parental control, commercial-free events, digital  
quality music, and in many areas Video-on-Demand. Just like the name  
implies, Video-on-Demand allows you to rent, pause, rewind, and fast  
forward movies, from the comfort of your living room.  
This guide introduces you to the Motorola DCT2000, outlines important  
safeguards, runs the basic operation and offers different wiring  
configurations used to connect the Motorola DCT2000 to your existing  
home entertainment equipment. Our primary focus is to assist you with  
the detailed step-by-step illustrated instructions to ease complications  
that may arise when setting up your system. We are excited about your  
new home entertainment capabilities and look forward to getting you  
started.  
3
INTRODUCTION  
FRONT PANEL  
A/B Indicator  
Lights if optional switch is activated  
Message Indicator  
Indicates a message is waiting when illuminated  
CURSOR  
MESSAGES  
A/B  
GUIDE  
INFO  
MENU  
Guide  
Displays the electronic program guide  
Cursor  
Moves the cursor in menu and  
electronic program guide screens  
Info  
Displays current channel and  
program information  
Menu  
Displays the main menu  
SPDIF  
A SPDIF RCA connector that provides  
Dolby® Digital audio or PCM audio (digital audio recording).  
The audio settings are defined in the electronic program guide.  
Aux Audio  
Connect audio from auxiliary audio equipment  
AUX AUDIO IN  
SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
To TV/VCR  
Connect the Digital Receiver  
to TV or VCR  
Cable In  
Audio Out (R/L)  
Connect to left/right audio  
inputs of a stereo receiver or  
a TV with stereo sound  
Connect to cable signal from  
cable service company  
4
Display  
Displays channel numbers and time of day  
Power Indicator  
Lights when Digital Receiver is turned on  
Remote Indicator  
Flashes when an error-free signal is received from the remote control  
CHANNEL  
REMOTE  
POWER  
A/B  
POWER  
SELECT  
Power Switch  
Activates functions of the Digital Receiver  
CH - or CH +  
Scrolls down or up through the channels  
A/B  
Manually enables optional modules  
(a cable-ready TV is required)  
Select  
Selects menu options and tunes channels  
from electronic program guide  
BACK PANEL  
Optical  
An optical connector that provides  
Dolby® 5.1 (Digital AC-3) audio.  
SWITCHED  
105-125V  
60Hz  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
Optical  
TV  
Pass Card  
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
Video  
S-Video  
AC Switched Outlet  
Connect to video input  
of TV or VCR  
Connect to S-Video input  
of TV or VCR  
Connect AC power cord from  
another device, such as a TV or VCR  
5
RECORDING YOUR CONNECTIONS  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
105-125V  
60Hz  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
500W MAX  
VCR  
TV  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
INPUT  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
R
L
R
L
DVD  
Stereo receiver  
R
L
CD IN  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
SPEAKER  
CONNECTORS  
AUX IN  
COAX  
OPTICAL  
R
L
IN  
TAPE 1  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
A/V receiver  
DIGITAL INPUT  
COAX  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
R
L
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
DVD  
CABLE/TV  
VIDEO 2  
OPTICAL  
TV/MONITOR  
OUTPUT  
SPEAKER  
CONNECTORS  
IN  
VCR  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
OUT  
6
Use this diagram to record cable connections from the rear panel.  
Later, you can use this diagram to reconnect your system if you move  
the equipment or add new equipment.  
Disconnect the power from the DCT2000 before connecting or  
changing cable connections. Do not place another component or  
object on top of the DCT2000.  
7
BASIC OPERATION  
Turning Power On and Off  
Press POWER on the front panel to turn the DCT2000 on or off. If  
using the remote control, be sure it is in cable mode by pressing  
CABLE and then press POWER.  
Changing Channels  
You can change channels in two ways:  
Press CHANNEL or on the front panel of the DCT2000, or  
press CHANNEL + or -on the remote control to step through  
the channel selection.  
Enter the number of the channel you want to tune using the  
numeric keys on the remote control.  
Adjusting the Volume  
Press VOLUME +or on the remote control to adjust the volume.  
When you adjust the volume, the volume scale is displayed on the  
screen. Press MUTE on the remote control to turn the sound off and  
on again.  
For best audio quality, use the remote control to set the DCT2000 to  
approximately ¾ of the maximum volume level and then adjust the  
audio levels on the external devices.  
Electronic Program Guide  
The electronic program guide displays information about TV programs  
and enables you to access features such as Parental Control or  
Pay-Per-View. Electronic program guides can vary in look and feel with  
each service provider. Reference the electronic program guide  
instruction manual for detailed instructions.  
8
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS  
Before you begin to hook up your DCT2000, review the following:  
For basic cable connections, use 75-ohm coaxial cables equipped  
with F-type connectors. You can find coaxial cables in your local  
electronics store.  
For audio or video outputs, use cables equipped with RCA and S-  
Video type connectors.  
If you are connecting the coaxial TO TV/VCR connector on the  
DCT2000 to the coaxial CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the  
TV, you must tune your TV to channel 3 or 4.  
Disconnect power from the DCT2000 before connecting or  
changing cable connections.  
Do not place anything on top of the DCT2000, especially other  
home video components.  
9
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
MonoTV  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
10  
Connecting a Mono TV  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the CABLE / ANTENNA IN  
connector on the TV and the TO TV / VCR connector on the  
DCT2000.  
11  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
Either / or  
StereoTV  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
12  
Connecting a Stereo TV  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector  
on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the  
TV.  
4
5
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the AUDIO LEFT and AUDIO  
RIGHT connectors on the stereo TV.  
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO connector on the  
DCT2000 and the VIDEO connector on the TV.  
OR  
Connect a S-video cable between the S-VIDEO connector on the  
DCT2000 and the S-VIDEO connector on the stereo TV.  
13  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
MonoVCR  
MonoTV  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
14  
Connecting a Mono TV and Mono VCR  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector  
on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the  
mono VCR.  
4
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the  
mono VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the mono  
TV.  
15  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
StereoVCR  
TV  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
L
L
R
R
16  
Connecting a Mono TV and Stereo VCR  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector  
on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the  
stereo VCR.  
4
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the  
stereo VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the mono  
TV.  
Cable connections marked with an * are optional. The following are  
optional connections that enable stereo recording from VCR line inputs  
with a stereo TV or home theater:  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the INPUT AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the stereo VCR.  
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO connector on the  
DCT2000 and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo VCR.  
17  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Either / or  
Cable in  
MonoVCR  
StereoTV  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
18  
Connecting a Stereo TV and Mono VCR  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector  
on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the  
mono VCR.  
4
5
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the  
mono VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the stereo  
TV.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the INPUT AUDIO RIGHT and  
LEFT connectors on the stereo TV.  
6
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO connector on the  
DCT2000 and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo TV.  
OR  
Connect a S-video cable between the S-VIDEO connector on the  
DCT2000 and the INPUT S-VIDEO connector on the stereo TV.  
19  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
StereoVCR  
StereoTV  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
R
L
R
L
20  
Connecting a Stereo TV and Stereo  
VCR  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the INPUT AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the stereo VCR.  
4
5
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO connector on the  
DCT2000 and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo VCR.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the OUTPUT AUDIO R and  
L connectors on the Stereo VCR and the INPUT AUDIO Right and  
Left connectors on the stereo TV.  
6
Connect a video cable between the OUTPUT VIDEO connector on  
the stereo VCR and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo TV.  
21  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
MonoVCR  
Stereo receiver  
R
L
CD IN  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
SPEAKER  
CONNECTORS  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUX IN  
To TV  
IN  
TAPE 1  
OUT  
TV  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
22  
Connecting a Mono TV, Mono VCR and  
Stereo Receiver or Amplifier  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the CABLE / ANTENNA IN  
connector on the mono VCR and the TO TV / VCR connector on  
the DCT2000.  
4
5
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the  
mono VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the mono  
TV.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the AUX IN R and L connectors  
on the stereo receiver.  
6
Connect a stereo audio cable with a Y- adapter between the  
OUTPUT AUDIO connector on the Mono VCR and the TAPE 1 IN  
R and L connectors on the stereo receiver.  
DCT2000s with the Home Theater option offer S-Video, an output that  
may provide a higher level of picture quality. If your components offer S-  
Video connections, they may be used in place of RCA video  
connections.  
23  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
Optical  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
105-125V  
60Hz  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
500W MAX  
Cable in  
StereoVCR  
StereoTV  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
R
L
R
L
A/V receiver  
DIGITAL INPUT  
COAX  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
R
L
DVD  
OPTICAL  
CABLE/TV  
VIDEO 2  
TV/MONITOR  
OUTPUT  
SPEAKER  
CONNECTORS  
IN  
VCR  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
OUT  
24  
Connecting Dolby® 5.1, TV, VCR and  
A / V Receiver  
1
Connect an RF cable between the cable wall outlet and the CABLE IN  
connector on the DCT2000.  
2
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000, between the  
RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
3
Connect an optical audio cable between the OPTICAL connector on the  
DCT2000 and the OPTICAL connector on the A / V receiver.  
4
Connect a stereo audio cable between the VCR AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the A / V receiver and the INPUT AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the stereo VCR.  
5
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO connector on the DCT2000  
and the CABLE / TV VIDEO connector on the A / V receiver.  
6
Connect a stereo audio cable between the OUTPUT AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the stereo VCR and the AUDIO VCR IN R and L connectors  
on the A / V receiver.  
7
8
9
Connect a video cable between the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo  
VCR and the VIDEO VCR OUT connector on the A / V receiver.  
Connect a video cable between the OUTPUT VIDEO connector on the  
stereo VCR and the VIDEO VCR IN connector on the A / V receiver.  
Connect a video cable between the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo  
TV and the TV / MONITOR OUTPUT VIDEO connector on the A / V  
receiver.  
Cable connections marked with an * are optional. These connections allow the  
use of the DCT2000 and TV without powering-on the VCR and A/V Receiver.  
The optional connections are:  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector on the  
DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the stereo VCR.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the stereo  
VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the stereo TV.  
When using the Dolby® 5.1 optical output, the SPDIF and left / right baseband  
audio connections to the A / V receiver are not used.  
25  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
SPDIF  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITED  
105-1V  
60Hz  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A M
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
500W AX  
Cable in  
StereoVCR  
StereoTV  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
R
L
R
L
A/V receiver  
DIGITAL INPUT  
COAX  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
R
L
DVD  
OPTICAL  
CABLE/TV  
VIDEO 2  
TV/MONITOR  
OUTPUT  
SPEAKER  
CONNECTORS  
IN  
VCR  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
OUT  
26  
Connecting Baseband with Dolby®  
Digital to a TV, VCR and A / V Receiver  
1
2
3
Connect an RF cable between the cable wall outlet and the cable in  
connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000, between the  
RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / TV AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the A / V receiver.  
4
5
Connect a SPDIF cable between the SPDIF connector on the DCT2000  
and the DIGITAL INPUT COAX connector on the A / V receiver.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the VCR AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the A / V receiver and the INPUT AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the stereo VCR.  
6
7
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO connector on the DCT2000  
and the CABLE / TV VIDEO connector on the A / V receiver.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the OUTPUT AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the stereo VCR and the AUDIO VCR IN R and L connectors  
on the A / V receiver.  
8
9
Connect a video cable between the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo  
VCR and the VIDEO VCR OUT connector on the A / V receiver.  
Connect a video cable between the OUTPUT VIDEO connector on the  
stereo VCR and the VIDEO VCR IN connector on the A / V receiver.  
10 Connect a video cable between the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo  
TV and the TV / MONITOR OUTPUT VIDEO connector on the A / V  
receiver.  
Cable connections marked with an * are optional. These connections allow the  
use of the DCT2000 and TV without powering-on the VCR and A/V Receiver.  
The optional connections are:  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector on the  
DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the stereo VCR.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the stereo  
VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the stereo TV.  
With this configuration, you can record with the VCR and playback sound through  
the Dolby® digital receiver.  
You must connect the left / right baseband audio and SPDIF connections from  
the DCT2000 to the A / V receiver when using the Dolby® Digital SPDIF output.  
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CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
VCR  
Mono TV  
INPUT  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
CABLE/  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
ANTENNA IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
R
L
R
L
DVD  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
COAX  
OPTICAL  
R
L
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
28  
Connecting a Mono TV, VCR and DVD  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector  
on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the  
VCR.  
4
5
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the  
VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the mono TV.  
Connect a stereo audio cable with a Y- adapter between the  
AUDIO OUT ANALOG R and L connectors on the DVD and the  
INPUT AUDIO connector on the mono TV.  
6
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT VIDEO connector  
on the DVD and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the mono TV.  
This cable configuration may be used for a mono or stereo VCR,  
because the VCR audio jacks are not used.  
29  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
VCR  
StereoTV  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
To TV  
R
L
R
L
DVD  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
COAX  
OPTICAL  
R
L
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
Either / or  
30  
Connecting a Stereo TV, VCR and DVD  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector  
on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the  
VCR.  
4
5
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the  
VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the stereo TV.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the INPUT AUDIO LEFT  
and RIGHT connectors on the stereo TV and the AUDIO OUT  
ANALOG R and L connectors on the DVD.  
6
Connect a video cable between the INPUT VIDEO connector on  
the stereo TV and the VIDEO OUT VIDEO connector on the DVD.  
OR  
Connect a S-video cable between the INPUT S-VIDEO connector  
on the stereo TV and the VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO connector on the  
DVD.  
This cable configuration may be used for a Mono or Stereo VCR,  
because the VCR audio and video jacks are not used.  
DCT2000s with the Home Theater option offer S-Video, an output that  
may provide a higher level of picture quality. If your components offer S-  
Video connections, they may be used in place of RCA video  
connections.  
31  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
MonoVCR  
Stereo receiver  
R
L
CD IN  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
SPEAKER  
CONNECTORS  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUX IN  
To TV  
IN  
TAPE 1  
OUT  
TV  
DVD  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
COAX  
OPTICAL  
R
L
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
DIGITAL  
ANALO G  
32  
Connecting a TV, Mono VCR, DVD and  
Stereo Receiver or Amplifier  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the CABLE / ANTENNA IN  
connector on the VCR and the TO TV / VCR connector on the  
DCT2000.  
4
5
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the  
VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the stereo TV.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the AUX IN R and L connectors  
on the stereo receiver or amplifier.  
6
7
8
Connect a stereo audio cable with a Y-adapter between the  
OUTPUT AUDIO connector on the mono VCR and the TAPE 1 IN  
connectors on the stereo receiver or amplifier.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the CD IN R and L  
connectors on the stereo receiver or amplifier and the AUDIO OUT  
ANALOG R and L connectors on the DVD.  
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT VIDEO connector  
on the DVD and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the TV.  
This cable configuration may be used for a mono or stereo TV, because  
the TV audio and video jacks are not used.  
To watch TV or view VCR recordings, the TV must be tuned to the  
DCT2000 and VCR output channel, typically 3 or 4.  
To watch a DVD, the TV line input must be used.  
To listen to the VCR through the stereo, a Y- cable adapter must be  
inserted between the stereo jacks of the receiver and the monophonic  
jack of the VCR.  
DCT2000s with the Home Theater option offer S-Video, an output that  
may provide a higher level of picture quality. If your components offer S-  
Video connections, they may be used in place of RCA video  
connections.  
33  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
CABLE IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
AUDIO OUT  
Cable in  
StereoVCR  
Stereo receiver  
R
L
CD IN  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
SPEAKER  
CONNECTORS  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
AUX IN  
To TV  
IN  
R
L
R
L
TAPE 1  
OUT  
TV  
DVD  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
COAX  
OPTICAL  
R
L
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
34  
Connecting a TV, Stereo VCR, DVD and  
Stereo Receiver or Amplifier  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the  
CABLE IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000,  
between the RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector  
on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the  
stereo VCR.  
4
5
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the  
stereo VCR and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the TV.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the AUX IN R and L connectors  
on the stereo receiver or amplifier.  
6
7
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO connector on the  
DCT2000 and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo VCR.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the INPUT AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the stereo VCR and the TAPE 1 OUT R and L  
connectors on the stereo receiver or amplifier.  
8
9
Connect a stereo audio cable between the OUTPUT AUDIO R and  
L connectors on the stereo VCR and the TAPE 1 IN R and L  
connectors on the stereo receiver or amplifier.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the CD IN R and L  
connectors on the stereo receiver or amplifier and the AUDIO OUT  
ANALOG R and L connectors on the DVD.  
10 Connect a video cable between the VIDEO OUT VIDEO connector  
on the DVD and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the TV.  
This cable configuration may be used for a mono or stereo TV, because  
the TV audio and video jacks are not used.  
To watch TV or view VCR recordings, the TV must be tuned to the  
DCT2000 and VCR output channel, typically 3 or 4.  
To watch a DVD, the TV line input must be used.  
DCT2000s with the Home Theater option offer S-Video, an output that  
may provide a higher level of picture quality. If your components offer  
S-Video connections, they may be used in place of RCA video  
connections.  
35  
CONNECTING YOUR DCT2000  
RF (75 ohm)  
connection  
S-Video  
connection  
Video  
connection  
Audio  
connection  
DCT2000  
AUX AUDIO IN SPDIF  
TO  
TV/VCR  
TO RF IN  
Optical  
SWITCHED  
S-VIDEO  
IR  
105-125V  
60Hz  
RF  
IN  
VIDEO  
R
L
4A MAX  
500W MAX  
CABLE IN  
AUDIO OUT  
TV  
Cable in  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
VCR  
INPUT  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
To TV  
DVD  
R
L
R
L
AUDIO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
COAX  
OPTICAL  
R
L
DIGITAL  
ANALOG  
A/V receiver  
DIGITAL INPUT  
COAX  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
R
L
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
DVD  
OPTICAL  
CABLE/TV  
VIDEO 2  
TV/MONITOR  
OUTPUT  
SPEAKER  
CONNECTORS  
IN  
VCR  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
OUT  
36  
Connecting a TV, VCR, DVD and A / V  
Receiver or Amplifier  
1
2
3
Connect an RF coaxial cable between the cable wall outlet and the CABLE  
IN connector on the DCT2000.  
Connect the RF coaxial cable, supplied with the DCT2000, between the  
RF IN and TO RF IN connectors on the DCT2000.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the AUDIO OUT R and L  
connectors on the DCT2000 and the CABLE / TV AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the A / V receiver or amplifier.  
4
5
Connect a video cable between the VIDEO connector on the DCT2000  
and the CABLE / TV VIDEO VIDEO connector on the A / V receiver or  
amplifier.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the DVD AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the A / V receiver or amplifier and the AUDIO OUT  
ANALOG R and L connectors on the DVD.  
6
7
Connect a video cable between the DVD VIDEO connector on the A / V  
receiver or amplifier and the VIDEO OUT VIDEO connector on the DVD.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the VCR IN AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the A / V receiver or amplifier and the OUTPUT AUDIO R  
and L connectors on the VCR.  
8
9
Connect a video cable between the VCR IN VIDEO VIDEO connector on  
the A / V receiver or amplifier and the OUTPUT VIDEO connector on the  
VCR.  
Connect a stereo audio cable between the VCR OUT AUDIO R and L  
connectors on the A / V receiver or amplifier and the INPUT AUDIO R and  
L connectors on the VCR.  
10 Connect a video cable between the VCR OUT VIDEO VIDEO connector  
on the A / V receiver or amplifier and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the  
VCR.  
11 Connect a video cable between the TV / MONITOR OUTPUT connector on  
the A / V receiver or amplifier and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the TV.  
Cable connections marked with an * are optional. These connections allow the  
use of the DCT2000 and TV without powering-on the VCR and A/V Receiver.  
The optional connections are:  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the TO TV / VCR connector on the  
DCT2000 and the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the VCR.  
Connect a RF coaxial cable between the To TV connector on the VCR and  
the CABLE / ANTENNA IN connector on the TV.  
This cable configuration may be used for a mono or stereo TV, because  
the TV audio and video jacks are not used.  
When using a mono VCR with this setup, a stereo audio cable with a Y- cable  
adapter is needed to connect the mono VCR to the A / V receiver or amplifier.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Before calling your service provider, review the troubleshooting guide.  
This information is to help you quickly solve a problem. If your problem  
still exists, contact your service provider.  
Problem  
No sound  
Possible Solution  
Press MUTE on the remote control to restore the  
volume level.  
Check that the stereo is looking at the proper  
input source.  
Turn your VCR on.  
Check to be sure that all cables are connected  
properly (hand-tighten if necessary).  
No picture  
If connected through the baseband RCA video  
connection, make sure the cables are  
connected properly.  
If you are watching TV using your VCR, be  
sure your VCR is on.  
Reconnect the cable and hand-tighten if  
loose.  
Picture or sound is  
noisy on one channel  
Hand-tighten or reconnect the cables properly.  
Be sure wires are not frayed and plugs are not  
bent or broken.  
Sound from only one  
stereo speaker  
Reconnect the power cord. Be sure the  
DCT2000 is plugged into an outlet that is  
always live.  
No power  
Press CABLE on the remote control to ensure  
the remote control is in cable mode.  
Remote control does  
not work  
Change the batteries in your remote control  
according to the instructions in the section,  
“Installing Batteries.”  
Be sure that nothing is on the DCT2000 or  
blocking a clear line of sight between it and  
the remote control.  
For best audio quality, use the remote control  
to set the DCT2000 to approximately 75% of  
maximum volume level and then adjust the  
audio levels on the external devices.  
Poor audio quality  
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