Motorola Cable Box DCX3200 User Manual

INSTALLATION MANUAL  
DCX3200  
Installation Manual  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
Read these instructions.  
Keep these instructions.  
Heed all warnings.  
Follow all instructions.  
Do not use this apparatus near water.  
Clean only with dry cloth.  
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.  
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
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.  
Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,  
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.  
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.  
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.  
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been  
damaged in any way, such as the 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.  
IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS  
The plug is the main disconnect device. It shall remain readily accessible and operable.  
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no object filled with liquids, such as vases,  
shall be placed on the apparatus.  
DURING TRANSPORTATION TO THE SUBSCRIBER HOME  
Transport the cable terminal in its shipping box or an equally padded container.  
Do not expose the terminal to rain or moisture.  
DURING INSTALLATION  
Do not place the cable terminal in an enclosed area where the cooling vents are blocked or impede the  
flow of air through the ventilation openings.  
Install the terminal so that its position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, do not  
place the terminal on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that could block the ventilation openings.  
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Install the terminal away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, and stoves. Installation of  
the terminal near consumer electronics devices, such as stereo receiver/amplifiers and televisions, is  
permitted as long as the air surrounding the terminal does not exceed 40º C (104º F).  
Place the terminal on a flat surface not prone to vibration or impact.  
Do not install the terminal in an area where condensation occurs.  
To prevent the temporary loss of guide data and cause a temporarily non-responding terminal, do not  
plug the AC power cord into a switched power outlet.  
FCC COMPLIANCE  
Note: 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 a 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 this 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 or more of the following measures:  
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is  
connected.  
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.  
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Motorola for compliance could void the  
user’s authority to operate the equipment.  
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)  
This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY  
Motorola Inc., Home and Network Mobility, 101 Tournament Drive, Horsham, PA 19044, 1-215-323-1000,  
declares that the DCX3200 receiver complies with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC rules as a Class B  
digital device.  
CANADA INDUSTRY CANADA (IC)  
This Class B digital device complies with Canadian ICES-003.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.  
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Caring for the Environment by Recycling  
When you see this symbol on a Motorola product, do not dispose of the  
product with residential or commercial waste.  
Recycling your Motorola Equipment  
Please do not dispose of this product with your residential or commercial  
waste. Some countries or regions, such as the European Union, have set  
up systems to collect and recycle electrical and electronic waste items.  
Contact your local authorities for information about practices established  
for your region. If collection systems are not available, call Motorola  
Customer Service for assistance. Please visit www.motorola.com/recycle  
for instructions on recycling.  
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,
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CONTENTS  
v
1 INTRODUCTION  
FIGURES  
TABLES  
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1 INTRODUCTION  
This manual provides instructions for cable operator personnel to install the Motorola  
DCX3200 All-Digital High-Definition Cable Set-top. This unit includes a high-end  
processor, expanded memory, and enhanced graphics to support digital and on-demand  
broadcast and interactive services. It provides a full complement of interconnection  
options.  
The DCX3200 provides advanced capabilities, including:  
Authorization and purchase of on-demand programming  
HDTV output through component video (YPbPr), High-Definition Multimedia  
Interface (HDMI), or IEEE-1394  
Surround-sound audio through a variety of analog and digital interconnection options  
DOCSIS 2.0+ embedded Cable Modem with support for DSG  
Ethernet and Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports for future home networking  
applications  
Adaptability to various software platforms  
As with all Motorola digital cable set-tops, the hardware features are enabled by core  
operating and third party application software.  
Figure 1-1 Front and Rear views  
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1 INTRODUCTION  
Features  
Tuners  
One All Digital 1 GHz (54 to 1002 MHz) video tuner  
o MPEG-2 Main Profile @ High Level (High-Definition)  
o MPEG-4 H.264 (AVC) High-Definition decode  
One dedicated tuner for the DOCSIS high-speed data services channel, up to 1 GHz  
One dedicated tuner for the out-of-band (OOB) control channel  
Standard Audio/Video Features  
ITU standard 64/256 QAM/FEC/enhanced adaptive equalizer  
DES based encryption/DCII (via inserted CableCARD™) access control  
Out-of-band data receiver (70-130 MHz) 2.048 Mbps  
Digital video scaling (picture in graphics)  
Accelerated 2-D graphics support in hardware  
Macrovision® copy protection  
High-Definition video output through:  
o HDMI(also compatible with DVI using an HDMI-to-DVI converter cable)  
o Component Video (YPbPr)  
o IEEE-1394  
Standard-Definition video output through:  
o S-Video  
o Baseband  
o RF  
Audio output through:  
o S/PDIF electrical and optical digital audio connections  
o One Baseband L/R stereo analog audio connection  
Standard Data Features  
Integrated DOCSIS 2.0+ capable cable modem  
64 MB FLASH memory  
256 MB DRAM  
Two Universal Serial Bus (USB) 2.0 ports (one on the front panel and one on the rear  
panel)  
10/100 Mbps Ethernet Port (RJ-45) on the rear panel  
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1 INTRODUCTION  
On-board real-time RF return (DOCSIS compliant)  
Standard Miscellaneous Features  
Messaging capabilities  
Digital diagnostics  
If You Need Help  
If you need assistance while working with the DCX3200, contact the MotorolaTechnical  
Response Center (TRC):  
Inside the U.S.: 1-888-944-HELP (1-888-944-4357)  
Outside the U.S.: 1-847-725-4011  
TheTRC is on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In addition, Motorola Online offers a  
searchable solutions database, technical documentation, and low-priority issue creation  
and tracking. For specific toll-free numbers when calling from outside the United States,  
please refer to the product manual or our Web page.  
Calling for Repairs  
If a Motorola set-top requires repair service, please call one of the following Motorola  
Authorized Service Centers:  
Company  
From USA or Canada  
1-800-227-0450  
Outside USA or Canada  
1-956-541-0600  
World Wide Digital  
Teleplan  
1-800-352-5274  
1-302-322-6088  
To ensure efficient service, request a Return for Service Authorization (RSA) number. Be  
sure to display the RSA number prominently on all equipment boxes.  
The Service Center will provide the shipping address of the location performing your  
repairs.  
To ship your equipment for repair:  
Pack the unit securely, if possible in its original factory shipping carton.  
Print or display the RSA number so it is easily visible on all equipment boxes.  
Enclose a note describing the exact problem. Complete and enclose the checklist  
provided with the unit.  
Ship the unit PREPAID to the address provided by the Service Center.  
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2 OVERVIEW  
Front Panel  
Figure 2-1 Front panel  
Table 2-1 Front panel  
1
2
Power — turns the set-top on and off (standby)  
Data — Dual function LED  
Flashes twice per second to indicate unit is booting  
Flashes once per second to indicate unit is provisioning  
Illuminates to indicate one or more set-top boxes and or DVR devices are  
detected on the home network  
3
4
Rec — Unit is in record mode on a home network device (only available on DCX3200-M  
model) with MoCA option  
USB connector*  
*The availability of certain features is dependent upon application support.  
Rear Panel  
The rear panel contains connectors for video, audio, and RF cabling; data output; and  
modem and data interface connectors. Some connectors are not enabled and require  
the support of application software.  
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2 OVERVIEW  
Figure 2-2 Rear panel  
Table 2-2 Rear panel connections  
1
Cable In — Connects to cable signal from the service provider  
M-Card — Inserted M-Card  
2
3
Ext IR Input – Connects to a remote control receiver accessory cable  
Serial — Data test connector (service personnel only)  
IEEE-1394 — Audio and video device connection  
RF Out — Ch 3/4 modulated audio/video (SDTV) to TV or VCR  
Video outputs / YPbPr — Component video output (HDTV)  
Audio Out — L/R audio (SDTV)  
4
5
6
7
8
9
Video Out — Composite Video (SDTV)  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
Digital Audio (coaxial) — Provides Dolby® Digital 5.1 audio or PCM output  
Digital Audio (optical) — Provides Dolby® Digital 5.1 audio or PCM output  
S-Video — Connects to S-Video (SDTV) input of TV or VCR  
HDMI— High-Definition TV (HDTV) connector (Provides Dolby® Digital Plus (7.1) audio)  
Ethernet* — Network connection  
USB* 2.0 — High-Speed peripheral device connection  
Power connector  
* Availability of certain features is dependent upon application support.  
M-Card™  
The M-Card is required to view cable television programs or interactive on-demand  
programs. The M-Card should not be removed from the DCX3200.  
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3 INSTALLATION  
Before You Begin  
Before you move or change components on the subscribers entertainment system:  
Review the installation instructions.  
Determine if you are connecting to a standard analog NTSCTV (supporting an RF  
input), a composite (baseband) video input, or a High-DefinitionTV (supporting  
component video input, HDMIinput, or an IEEE-1394 input).  
Determine if the subscriber has other equipment to be connected to the terminal  
(home theater or A/V receiver, VCR, etc.).  
Verify that you have the necessary cables and other required items.  
Cold Reset Procedure  
This section describes the Cold Reset procedure for Motorolas DCX3200 set-top. The  
cold reset is generally used by operational and field personnel to accomplish the  
following:  
Restore the set-top to a known state.  
Clear channel maps and application settings.  
Remove application and software objects above the platform code.  
Clear the Out of Band (OOB) Last Known Carrier (LKC) and force the units to hunt for  
a new OOB control channel.  
Cold Reset Method  
1. Remove the set-top from its packaging.  
2. Plug in a serial connector to the DCX3200 and open a terminal window.  
3. AC power cycle the set-top.  
4. When the words “Waiting for IR…” appear in the terminal window, press the  
Volume Down (–) button on the remote control.  
5. All the following lights on the front panel LEDS will light up: Power, Data, and Record  
(Record is only present on MoCA models).  
6. Press the following sequence of numbers on the remote control: 3, 2, and 8.  
7. As each number in the sequence is pressed, the front panel LEDs will extinguish in  
the following order: Power, Data, and then Record (Record is only present on MoCA  
models.) In addition, the terminal window will echo back each button press as D, C,  
and X for each number in the sequence.  
8. The set-top will cold reset.  
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Video Connection Options  
Use the following guidelines to determine the best video connection for the subscribers  
home entertainment system. To determine the available video inputs on theTV, check  
the manual supplied with theTV or theTV itself.  
The DCX3200 offers the following video outputs:  
Component  
(YPbPr)  
HDTV and  
SDTV  
The YPbPr output provides three component analog video signals  
to the TV. It is the most widely supported HD video connection.  
HDMI™  
or  
IEEE-1394  
HDTV and  
SDTV  
HDMI™ and IEEE-1394 provide higher-quality digital HD video  
signals than analog component video signals. If the TV has an  
HDMI™ or a DVI input, use the HDMI™ output instead of the  
IEEE-1394 output.  
HDMI™ and IEEE-1394 are video and audio connections. If you  
use HDMI™ or IEEE-1394, no separate audio connection to the TV  
is required.  
HDMI™ is compatible with DVI. If the TV has a DVI input, you can  
use an HDMI-to-DVI converter cable or adapter to connect the DVI-  
equipped TV to the HDMI-equipped DCX3200.  
If you use the IEEE-1394 connection, you will be unable to see on-  
screen graphics (such as the EPG).  
S-Video  
SDTV only If the TV has an S-Video input, use S-Video. S-Video is the highest-  
quality Standard-Definition video output on the DCX3200.  
Video  
(composite)  
SDTV only If the TV does not have an S-Video input, use the composite video  
(video) output.  
RF  
SDTV only If the TV only has a coaxial RF input, connect it to the DCX3200  
RF out connector.  
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3 INSTALLATION  
Audio Connection Options  
When connecting to a home theater receiver, depending on its inputs, you can use the  
following DCX3200 audio outputs:  
HDMI  
Unlike a DVI connection, an HDMI™ connection is capable of carrying  
digital video and audio signals to the TV or a home theater receiver  
equipped with HDMI™ switching support.  
The HDMI™ connection can deliver Dolby® Digital Plus, Dolby® Digital,  
Linear PCM, and other digital audio formats to a compatible TV or home  
theater receiver.  
Digital audio  
optical (S/PDIF) or  
digital audio  
If the TV or home theater receiver supports it, use either the S/PDIF  
digital audio optical or S/PDIF digital audio coaxial outputs to deliver  
Dolby® Digital and Linear PCM audio to a Dolby® Digital home theater  
receiver.  
coaxial (S/PDIF)  
For an HDMI™ or IEEE-1394 video connection, no additional audio  
connections to the TV are required.  
For RF output, no further audio connection is required.  
If the audio receiver does not support Dolby® Digital, use the baseband  
AUDIO L and R outputs to connect to the audio receiver.  
Baseband Audio  
L / R  
Connect the stereo audio cable to the AUDIO L and R connectors on the DCX3200 and  
the audio left and right connectors on theTV. If the equipment supports it, use either the  
optical S/PDIF or coaxial digital S/PDIF output (there is no difference in audio quality  
between the two) instead of the AUDIO L and R outputs. These outputs offer better  
audio quality, including support for Dolby® Digital 5.1 Surround Sound.  
The cabling diagrams show audio/video (A/V) connections to an audio receiver, where  
the receiver functions as an A/V router. When connecting to an audio receiver, reference  
its installation guide for directions on connecting to baseband and digital audio ports.  
The VCR andTV receive their A/V signals from the currently selected input device on the  
audio receiver. This is important when the subscriber has another A/V device such as a  
DVD player, a secondary VCR, a CD player, or other electronic component. Motorola  
recommends connecting theTV to the monitor output so on-screen menus for the  
receiver can be displayed. (Receivers themselves often have interactive on-screen  
menus.)  
Installation Overview  
1. Determine if you are connecting to a:  
High-Definition  
TV or monitor  
Use the component video (YPbPr), HDMI, or IEEE-1394 outputs. No other  
video connection supports HDTV.  
If the TV has a DVI input, connect a DVI-to-HDMI adapter or cable to the  
HDMI™ out connector on the DCX set-top instead of the IEEE-1394  
connection and the DVI-HDTV connector on the TV.  
Standard-  
Definition TV  
Connect the S-Video connector using an S-video cable or connect the  
composite video connector using a composite (RCA phono) cable. If the  
TV only has a coaxial RF input, connect it to the DCX3200 RF OUT  
connector.  
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2. Determine if you are connecting the audio to a home theater receiver or directly to  
theTV:  
For an HDMI™ or IEEE-1394 video connection, no additional audio connections  
to theTV are required.  
If the receiver orTV has a digital audio (S/PDIF) input, use the digital audio  
OPTICAL (S/PDIF) or COAXIAL (S/PDIF) outputs.  
Otherwise, use the baseband left and right audio outputs.  
3. Locate the cabling diagram(s) that best match the subscribers configuration.  
4. Connect the audio and video cables in a manner matching that diagram.  
5. Determine if you are connecting to a data device (see Data Device Connections in  
this section). For installation details, refer to the instructions included with the data  
device.  
6. Connect the cable terminal to the coaxial cable wall outlet.  
7. Perform the operational check for the remote control.  
8. Optimize the High-Definition settings.  
Connecting HDTV — Single Connection for Video/Audio  
Cable-In  
Connect an RF coaxial cable to the cable wall outlet and the CABLE IN connector on the  
DCX set-top.  
HDMI  
If theTV has an HDMI™ input, this is for both audio and video if you are using theTV  
speakers. Connect a Standard HDMI™ cable to theTV and to the HDMI™ connect on  
the DCX set-top.  
IEEE-1394  
If the HDTV has an IEEE-1394 connector, you can use the IEEE-1394 for both the video  
and audio connection:  
Connect an IEEE-1394 cable to the IEEE-1394 connector on the HDTV and DCX set-  
top.  
Note: On screen graphics will not be displayed when you are using the IEEE-1394  
connection on the rear panel of the DCX set-top.  
If there is an audio/video receiver and you are not using theTVs speakers, go to  
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Figure 3-1 Connecting the DCX Set-top to an HDTV — Single Connection for Video/Audio  
Choose  
one  
HDMI  
IEEE 1394  
DCX3200  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
Because HDMI and IEEE-1394  
provide both video and audio  
output, no additional audio  
connections to the TV are required  
if you use either of these  
connections.  
Y
L
5
4
M-card TM DEVICE ONLY  
Pb  
R
IEEE  
1394  
EXT IR  
IN  
SERIAL  
Pr  
POWER  
+12 VDC  
RF OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE IN  
Cable in  
Alternate  
Alternate  
HDTV  
A/V Receiver  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
DIGITAL AUDIO  
COAX IN  
5.1 CH INPUT  
L
R
CENTER  
L
DVD  
CABLE/TV  
VIDEO 2  
OPTICAL IN  
R
IN  
OUT  
FRONT  
SURROUND SUB-  
WOOFER  
Y
TV/MONITOR  
OUTPUT  
HDMI  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
IEEE 1394  
HDMI  
Pb  
Pr  
IN  
IN  
VCR  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
OUT  
OUT  
Alternate  
Note: Only (1) HDTV video/audio connection needs to be made to an HDTV.  
Note: On-screen graphics will not be displayed when using IEEE-1394 connection. Refer  
to Graphics Overlaying the Video for more information.  
Note: Solid lines indicate optimum connections.  
Note: Optional HDMI™ connection to A/V Receiver shown but not required.  
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Connecting HDTV — Separate Video/Audio Connections  
Cable In  
Connect an RF coaxial cable to the cable wall outlet and the Cable In connector on the  
DCX set-top.  
DVI  
If theTV has a DVI input, use the DVI connection for the video:  
Connect a HDMI-to-DVI adapter or cable to the HDMI™ out connector on the DCX  
set-top and the DVI connector on theTV.  
Note: A DVI connection supports only the video connection between the DCX set-top  
and the HDTV. To connect your audio connections with yourTV speakers, go to Audio  
section below. To connect the audio connections for an A/V receiver, go to Connecting  
Component Video (YPbPr)  
Connect the component video cables to the Y, Pb, and Pr connectors on the HDTV and  
the DCX set-top.  
Note:This connection supports only the high-definition video connection between the  
DCX set-top and the HDTV. To connect your audio connections with yourTV speakers, go  
to Audio section below. To connect the audio connections for the HDTV, go to  
Audio  
If theTV does not have digital audio inputs:  
Connect the stereo audio cable to the AUDIO L and R connectors on the DCX3200  
Series set-top and the audio left and audio right connectors on the HDTV.  
If theTV supports a digital audio input:  
If the equipment supports it, use the digital audio OPTICAL S/PDIF or COAXIAL  
S/PDIF outputs instead of the AUDIO L and R outputs. S/PDIF offers better audio  
quality, including support for Dolby® Digital audio.  
For more information on configuring the DCX setup-top settings, see Configuring Audio,  
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Figure 3-2 Connecting the DCX Set-top to an HDTV — Separate Video/Audio  
Choose  
one  
L/R audio  
HDMI  
Component  
video  
DCX3200  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
Y
L
5
4
M-card TM DEVICE ONLY  
Pb  
R
IEEE  
1394  
EXT IR  
IN  
SERIAL  
Pr  
POWER  
+12 VDC  
RF OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE IN  
Cable in  
Alternate  
HDTV  
Component  
Video Input  
Component  
Audio Input  
Y
AUDIO LEFT  
CABLE/  
DVI-D  
Pb  
Pr  
AUDIO RIGHT  
ANTENNA IN  
HDMI-to-DVI  
adapter  
Note: If the receiver can check the baseband and digital audio (S/PDIF) ports for  
appropriate channels, connect both the baseband and digital audio connections.  
Otherwise, do not connect both the baseband left/right composite connections and the  
coaxial digital connection. The baseband connections are not necessary because the  
digital audio port provides a single audio interface for digital channels.  
Note: If the A/V receiver includes HDMI™ inputs & output(s) then the DCX3200 HDMI™  
output can be directly connected to the A/V receiver.  
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Connecting an A/V Receiver — Audio  
There are several options available for audio connections to the A/V receiver:  
Digital audio (OPTICAL S/PDIF)  
Digital audio (COAXIAL S/PDIF)  
Stereo audio (AUDIO L and R)  
If the A/V receiver supports it, the optical (S/PDIF) or coaxial (S/PDIF) audio outputs may  
be used in place of the stereo audio outputs (AUDIO L and R). These outputs offer a  
higher level of audio quality, including support for Dolby® Digital audio.  
Digital audio optical (S/PDIF) — Connect the optical cable to the digital audio  
optical connector on the DCX set-top and the optical connector on the A/V receiver.  
Digital audio coaxial (S/PDIF) — Connect the digital audio cable to the digital audio  
connector on the DCX set-top and the DIGITAL INPUT COAX connector on the A/V  
receiver.  
Stereo audio — Connect the stereo audio cable to the AUDIO L and R connectors  
on the DCX set-top and the AUDIO LEFT and AUDIO RIGHT connectors on the A/V  
receiver.  
For information on configuring the DCX set-top settings, see Configuring the Audio,  
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Figure 3-3 Connecting the DCX Set-top to an A/V Receiver — Audio  
Choose  
one  
Choose  
one  
Digital audio  
optical  
Digital audio  
coaxial  
L/R audio  
DCX3200  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
Y
L
5
4
M-card TM DEVICE ONLY  
Pb  
R
IEEE  
1394  
EXT IR  
IN  
SERIAL  
Pr  
POWER  
+12 VDC  
RF OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE IN  
Cable in  
Alternate  
Alternate  
A/V  
Receiver  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
DIGITAL AUDIO  
COAX IN  
5.1 CH INPUT  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
L
R
CENTER  
L
DVD  
OPTICAL IN  
R
CABLE/TV  
IN  
OUT  
FRONT  
SURROUND SUB-  
WOOFER  
Y
VIDEO 2  
TV/MONITOR  
OUTPUT  
HDMI  
Pb  
Pr  
IN  
IN  
VCR  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
OUT  
OUT  
Note: Because some entertainment equipment cannot simultaneously support  
baseband composite video and S-Video, never simultaneously connect both video  
inputs.  
Note:This connection method does not support HDTV. For information, see Connecting  
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Connecting a Standard-Definition TV (SDTV)  
1. Connect the stereo audio cable to the AUDIO L and R connectors on the DCX set-  
top and the AUDIO L and AUDIO R connectors on the StereoTV (SDTV).  
2. Connect a video cable to the VIDEO OUT connector on the DCX set-top and the  
INPUT VIDEO on theTV or an S-video cable to the S-VIDEO connectors on the DCX  
set-top and theTV.  
Note:These video connection methods do not support HD video. If you have an HDTV,  
Figure 3-4 Connecting a Standard-Definition TV (SDTV)  
Choose  
one  
Choose  
one  
Video  
(composite)  
RF audio/video  
(coax)  
L/R audio  
S-Video  
DCX3200  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
Y
L
5
4
M-card TM DEVICE ONLY  
Pb  
R
IEEE  
1394  
EXT IR  
IN  
SERIAL  
Pr  
VIDEO OUT  
POWER  
+12 VDC  
RF OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE IN  
Cable in  
Alternate  
Alternate  
Standard-DefinitionTV  
INPUT  
AUDIO LEFT  
AUDIO RIGHT  
VIDEO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
S-VIDEO  
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Depending on theTVs inputs:  
1. If possible, use the S-Video and audio connects on the DCX set-top.  
2. If theTV has no S-Video input, use the composite video and audio connectors on the  
DCX set-tops.  
3. If theTV has an RF input only, use the RF out connector on the DCX set-top. The RF  
connection carries video and audio.  
Note: S-Video and Composite video require separate audio connections.  
Connecting a Standard-Definition TV (SDTV) and VCR/DVD Recorder  
1. Connect a stereo audio cable to the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on the  
DCX3200 Series set-top and the INPUT AUDIO L and R connectors on the stereo  
VCR.  
2. Connect a video cable to the VIDEO OUT connector on the DCX3200 Series set-top  
and the INPUT VIDEO connector on the stereo VCR.  
3. Connect a stereo audio cable to the OUTPUT AUDIO L and R connectors on the  
Stereo VCR and the INPUT AUDIO LEFT and RIGHT connectors on the StereoTV  
(SDTV).  
4. Connect a video cable to the output video connector on the stereo VCR and the  
input video connector on the StereoTV (SDTV).  
Note:You can also connect using the S-Video connectors if supported by the stereo  
VCR.  
These video connection methods do not support HD video. If there is an HDTV, see  
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Figure 3-5 Connecting the DCX Set-top to an A/V Receiver, Standard-Definition TV (SDTV), and  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
Video  
(composite)  
L/R audio  
DCX3200  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
Y
L
5
4
M-card TM DEVICE ONLY  
Pb  
R
IEEE  
1394  
EXT IR  
IN  
SERIAL  
Pr  
VIDEO OUT  
POWER  
+12 VDC  
RF OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE IN  
Cable in  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
Standard-DefinitionTV  
INPUT  
AUDIO LEFT  
INPUT  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO RIGHT  
VIDEO  
CABLE/  
To TV  
ANTENNA IN  
L
R
L
R
S-VIDEO  
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Connecting an A/V Receiver, TV, and VCR  
1. Connect a stereo audio cable to the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on the DCX  
set-top and the INPUT L and R connectors on the A/V receiver.  
2. Connect a video cable to the video out connector on the DCX set-top and the  
cable/TV video connector on the A/V receiver.  
3. Connect a stereo audio cable to the VCR AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on the A/V  
receiver and the INPUT AUDIO L and R connectors on the stereo VCR.  
4. Connect a stereo audio cable to the OUTPUT AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on the  
stereo VCR and the VCR AUDIO IN L and R connectors on the A/V receiver.  
5. Connect a video cable to the input video connector on the stereo VCR and the video  
VCR OUT connector on the A/V receiver.  
6. Connect a video cable to the output video connector on the stereo VCR and the  
video VCR IN connector on the A/V receiver.  
7. Connect a video cable to the input video connector on the StereoTV (SDTV) and the  
TV/monitor output video connector on the A/V receiver.  
If the equipment supports it:  
The digital audio (OPTICAL S/PDIF or COAXIAL S/PDIF) audio outputs may be  
used in place of the stereo audio outputs (AUDIO L and R). These outputs offer a  
higher level of audio quality, including support for Dolby® Digital 5.1 audio.  
S-Video connections may be used in place of the standard composite video  
connections. S-Video offers a higher level of standard definition video quality  
than composite video.  
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Figure 3-6 Connecting the DCX Set-top to an A/V Receiver, Standard-Definition TV (SDTV), and  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
Choose  
one  
Video  
(composite)  
L/R audio  
S-Video  
DCX3200  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
Y
L
5
4
M-card TM DEVICE ONLY  
Pb  
R
IEEE  
1394  
EXT IR  
IN  
SERIAL  
Pr  
POWER  
+12 VDC  
RF OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE IN  
Cable in  
Alternate  
VCR/DVD Recorder  
Standard-DefinitionTV  
INPUT  
AUDIO LEFT  
INPUT  
AUDIO  
OUTPUT  
AUDIO  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA IN  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO RIGHT  
VIDEO  
CABLE/  
To TV  
ANTENNA IN  
L
R
L
R
S-VIDEO  
A/V Receiver  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
DIGITAL AUDIO  
COAX IN  
5.1 CH INPUT  
COMPONENT VIDEO  
L
R
CENTER  
L
DVD  
OPTICAL IN  
R
CABLE/TV  
IN  
OUT  
FRONT  
SURROUND SUB-  
WOOFER  
Y
VIDEO 2  
TV/MONITOR  
OUTPUT  
HDMI  
Pb  
Pr  
IN  
IN  
VCR  
VIDEO S-VIDEO  
OUT  
OUT  
Alternate  
Note: Solid lines indicate optimum connections.  
Note: Consult you’re a/V receiver manual for additional wiring options or constraints  
when including a VCR/DVD Recorder in your configuration.  
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Data Device Connections  
The DCX3200 provides optional high-speed data services such as Internet access, USB,  
Ethernet, and more. The functionality of each data device port requires, and depends on,  
installed application software.  
The DCX3200 rear panel provides the following data ports:  
USB 2.0  
Can be used to daisy-chain USB devices such as printers and storage devices, or  
to interface with keyboards, joysticks, and other USB PC peripherals.  
Ethernet  
10/100 Mbps RJ-45 port  
IEEE-1394  
Can be used to connect an MPEG-2 compatible display device  
The DCX3200 front panel provides:  
USB 2.0  
Can be used in the same manner as the rear panel USB 2.0 port  
Figure 3-7 Sample data devices you can connect to the DCX3200  
DCX3200  
AUDIO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
AUDIO  
Y
L
5
4
M-card TM DEVICE ONLY  
Pb  
R
IEEE  
1394  
EXT IR  
IN  
SERIAL  
Pr  
POWER  
+12 VDC  
RF OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE IN  
Audio/video  
devices  
USB  
devices  
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Operational Check for the Remote Control  
The operational check tests communication with the remote control:  
Table 3-1 Operational check procedures  
Feature  
Testing Procedure  
Power on  
Press POWER on the remote control to turn on the DCX3200.  
Tune to the output channel (3 or 4) if using the RF output.  
Scan through the channels using the CHANNEL + or - keys.  
Tune to several channels by entering the channel number using the numeric keys.  
Channel selection  
Volume control  
Press VOLUME + or - on the remote control to increase the volume to its upper  
limit, lowest level, and to a comfortable level.  
Press MUTE to turn the sound off. Press MUTE again to restore the sound.  
If the DCX3200 does not operate properly, refer to the Troubleshooting section.  
Configuring the Audio, Video, and Closed Caption Settings  
This subsection describes how to configure the audio (for HDMI™ connections), SD and  
HD video settings, and closed caption settings for the DCX3200.  
Before you adjust the output settings:  
Connect the DCX3200 to theTV and other home entertainment devices  
Plug the DCX3200 into an AC power outlet  
Initialize the DCX3200 and authorize it for services  
Turn theTV on  
When using an HDMI™ connection between the DCX3200 and the television, be sure  
to have the cable connected and theTV powered on before adjusting the video settings.  
Motorola recommends using HDMI™ cables less than 20 meters long.  
To configure the DCX3200 settings on the main User Settings menu screen:  
1. Power off the DCX3200 and then immediately press the MENU key on the remote  
control. If theTV is on, the on-screen menu lists the settings you can be adjusted:  
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An example of the User Settings menu when the HDMI™ output is connected  
Note:The User Settings Menu indicates whenever an HDMI™ connection is in place  
between the DCX3200 and another device. When the HDMI™ connection is not being  
used, the User Settings Menu will update to reflect this:  
An example of the User Settings menu when the HDMI™ output is not connected  
2. Use the remote control to navigate the on-screen menus:  
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Press the and keys to highlight the setting you wish to change.  
Press the key to select an option.  
To exit the setting and move to another setting, press the or key.  
If the User Settings menu does not display on the HDTV screen, theTV may not support  
the default video output setting. Use the Format button on the remote control to select  
a video output format that can be displayed by theTV as described in “There is no video  
on theTV screen” in the Troubleshooting section.  
The User Settings menu options are:  
Setting  
Description  
TV Type  
The TV Type setting allows you to specify the style of television connected  
to the DCX3200. Options include 16:9, 4:3 LETTERBOX, and 4:3 PAN  
SCAN. By default, the 16:9 option is selected. The options are used as  
follows:  
16:9 designates that a widescreen television is connected to the  
DCX3200.  
4:3 LETTERBOX designates that a standard-screen television is  
connected to the DCX3200 and that widescreen programs should be  
scaled to fit the screen with black bars above and below the picture.  
4:3 PAN SCAN designates that a standard-screen television is  
connected to the DCX3200 and that widescreen programs should be  
cropped so that the picture fills the entire screen.  
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Setting  
Description  
HDMI/YPbPr  
Output  
The HDMI/YPbPr Output setting allows you to specify the video output  
format of the DCX3200 for all programs (when the 4:3 Override setting is  
set Off or Stretch) or for all widescreen programs (when the 4:3 Override is  
set to 480i or 480p). Options include 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i, and Native.  
By default, the 1080i option is selected.  
The options are used as follows:  
1080i — The DCX3200 will present programs in the High-Definition  
1080i format (1920 x 1080 pixels with interlaced scanning at 30  
frames per second).  
720p — The DCX3200 will present programs in the High-Definition  
720p format (1280 x 720 pixels with progressive scanning at 60  
frames per second).  
480p — The DCX3200 will present programs in the Enhanced-  
Definition 480p format (720 x 480 pixels with progressive scanning at  
60 frames per second).  
480i — The DCX3200 will present programs in the Standard-Definition  
480i format (720 x 480 pixels with interlaced scanning at 30 frames  
per second).  
Native — The DCX3200 will present programs in the format that most  
closely matches their native format according to the compatible  
formats selected from the “My TV Supports The Following Formats”  
list (see below).  
Note 1: Some televisions may only support certain video formats. Please  
consult the television’s user manual for more information on video format  
compatibility.  
Note 2: The DCX3200 can detect when the HDMI™ connection is in use. If  
you are not using the HDMI™ connection on the DCX3200, the  
“HDMI/YPbPr Output” setting will display as ”YPbPr Output” in the User  
Settings Menu.  
4:3 Override  
The 4:3 Override setting allows you to specify the video output format of  
the DCX3200 when it is tuned to a Standard-Definition. Options include  
480i, 480p, Stretch, and Off. By default, the 480i option is selected.  
The options are used as follows:  
480i — The DCX3200 will present Standard-Definition programs in the  
Standard-Definition 480i format (720 x 480 pixels).  
480p — The DCX3200 will present Standard-Definition programs in  
the Enhanced-Definition 480p format (720 x 480 pixels).  
Stretch — The DCX3200 will automatically stretch all Standard-  
Definition programs to a widescreen aspect ratio and present the  
video in the format designated by the HDMI/YPbPr Output setting.  
Note that the Stretch option is only available when the TV Type setting  
is 16:9.  
Off — The DCX3200 will create a widescreen version of a Standard-  
Definition program by adding black bars to the left and the right of the  
picture and present the video in the format designated by the  
HDMI/YPbPr Output setting.  
Note 1: Some televisions may only support certain video formats. Please  
consult the television’s user manual for more information on format  
compatibility.  
Note 2: If the HDMI/YPbPr Output setting is set to either 480i or Native, the  
4:3 Override feature is disabled and is no longer selectable in the menu.  
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Setting  
Description  
The 4:3 Override feature is available when the HDMI/YPbPr Output setting  
is 1080i, 720p, or 480p.  
My TV Supports  
The Following  
Formats  
The My TV Supports The Following Formats checklist allows you to  
configure the Native mode operation of the DCX3200. The checklist  
becomes accessible only when the HDMI/YPbPr Output setting is set to  
Native. The DCX3200 is capable of delivering all of the video formats listed  
in this checklist depending upon the type of video connection (HDMI™ or  
YPbPr) being used. By default, the 1080i and 480i formats are checked in  
this checklist.  
The options are used as follows:  
1080p30 — The DCX3200 will present programs broadcast in the High  
Definition 1080p30 format (1920 x 1080 pixels with progressive  
scanning at 30 frames per second) using the HDMI™ connection only.  
The DCX3200 cannot convert any other broadcast format to the  
1080p30 format.  
1080p24 — The DCX3200 will present programs broadcast in the High  
Definition 1080p24 format (1920 x 1080 pixels with progressive  
scanning at 24 frames per second) using the HDMI™ connection only.  
The DCX3200 cannot convert any other broadcast format to the  
1080p24 format.  
1080i — The DCX3200 will present programs broadcast in the High  
Definition 1080i format using both the HDMI™ and YPbPr  
connections. The DCX3200 can also convert any other broadcast  
format to the 1080i format.  
720p — The DCX3200 will present programs broadcast in the High  
Definition 720p format using both the HDMI™ and YPbPr connections.  
The DCX3200 can also convert any other broadcast format to the 720p  
format.  
480p — The DCX3200 will present programs broadcast in the  
Enhanced Definition 480p format using both the HDMI™ and YPbPr  
connections. The DCX3200 can also convert any other broadcast  
format to the 480p format.  
480i — The DCX3200 will present programs broadcast in the Standard  
Definition 480i format using both the HDMI™ and YPbPr connections.  
The DCX3200 can also convert any other broadcast format to the 480i  
format.  
Note 1: The DCX3200 cannot provide 1080p30 or 1080p24 video using the  
YPbPr output. When using the DCX3200 in Native mode, these two formats  
are disabled and inaccessible if there is no HDMI™ connection in place.  
Note 2: When connecting the DCX3200 to an HDMI™ (or DVI) TV, the TV  
provides the DCX3200 with its list of supported video formats. The  
DCX3200 will automatically place a check next to the formats in the  
checklist that it can verify are supported by the TV. The checklist may be  
modified manually after the DCX3200 performs the automatic configuration.  
Note 3: While this checklist provides the ability to customize the Native  
mode experience when using the DCX3200, it can also result in a loss of  
video if the checklist is modified without a clear understanding of the video  
formats supported by the TV. These settings should only be modified by a  
professional installer or someone with a good working knowledge of the  
video formats supported by the TV.  
Note 4: When using the DCX3200 in Native mode, at least one of the  
following formats (1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i) MUST be checked even if one  
or both of the 1080p formats has been checked. The DCX3200 cannot be  
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Setting  
Description  
configured to provide video only in the 1080p30 and/or 1080p24 formats.  
The DCX3200 also does not support the 1080p60 video format.  
Note 5: The DCX3200 will provide 480i format video on the YPbPr output  
whenever 1080p30 or 1080p24 format video is being provided on the  
HDMI™ output.  
Additional  
HDMI™  
Settings  
The Additional HDMI™ Settings option is available whenever an HDMI™  
connection is in place. Selecting this option will present a new menu screen  
with settings specific to the HDMI™ connection. These settings are  
discussed in more detail below.  
Closed Caption  
The Closed Caption setting turns closed captions off or on. When this  
option is set to Disabled, the DCX3200 does not render (draws) closed  
captions on any video output. When this option is set to Enabled, the  
DCX3200 renders (draws) closed captions on all video outputs. By default,  
the Disabled option is selected.  
Additional  
Closed Caption  
Settings  
The Additional Closed Caption Settings option is available whenever the  
Closed Caption setting is set to Enabled. Selecting this option will present a  
new menu screen with settings specific to closed captions. These settings  
are discussed in more detail below.  
Restore All  
Defaults  
To reset all User Settings to their default values, move the cursor to this  
option and press the key.  
3. To exit the menu and save the new settings, press the POWER or MENU key.  
An example of the User Settings menu when configured for Native mode operation  
To configure the DCX3200 settings on the Additional HDMI™ Settings menu screen:  
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1. With an HDMI™ connection in place, power off the DCX3200 and then immediately  
press the MENU key on the remote control. This will display the main User Settings  
menu. Move the cursor next to the Additional HDMI Settings” option and press the  
key.  
An example of the Additional HDMI™ Settings menu  
The Additional HDMI™ Settings menu options are:  
Setting  
Description  
HDMI/DVI  
Mode  
The HDMI/DVI mode settings allow you to optimize the HDMI™ output to  
work with both DVI-equipped televisions and HDMI™ equipped televisions.  
By default, this option is set to HDMI. The options are used as follows:  
HDMI™ designates that an HDMI™ television is connected to the  
DCX3200.  
DVI designates that a DVI television is connected to the DCX3200 (via  
an HDMI-to-DVI adapter).  
Color Space  
The Color Space setting allows you to adjust the color space used by the  
DCX3200 to generate the video signals on the HDMI™ output. By default,  
this option is set to YCC 4:4:4. The options are used as follows:  
YCC 4:4:4 designates that the DCX3200 will generate video signals  
within the YCC color space.  
RGB designates that the DCX3200 will generate video signals within  
the RGB color space.  
Note 1: Adjusting these settings could result in a loss of video. Only a  
professional installer or someone with a good working knowledge of the  
color spaces supported by the TV should change this setting.  
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Setting  
Description  
Audio Output  
The Audio Output setting allows you to specify the digital audio format  
delivered over the HDMI™ connection by the DCX3200. Options include  
Auto, L-PCM, and Pass Through. By default, the Auto option is selected.  
The options are used as follows:  
Auto designates that the DCX3200 will provide the digital audio format  
specified by the connected device (TV or home theater receiver) when  
that device was first connected to the DCX3200.  
L-PCM designates that the DCX3200 will provide all audio in the Linear  
Pulse Code Modulation digital audio format. The L-PCM format is  
widely supported by most HDMI™ televisions and home theater  
receivers.  
Pass Through designates that the DCX3200 will provide the same  
digital audio format on the HDMI™ output as is provided with the  
program being viewed at that time. For example, if the program has a  
Dolby® Digital soundtrack, the DCX3200 will pass the Dolby® Digital  
audio to the HDMI™ output. This option is most useful when  
connecting the DCX3200 to a home theater receiver that has HDMI™  
switching capability.  
Note 1: Adjusting these settings could result in a loss of audio. Only a  
professional installer or someone with a good working knowledge of the  
digital audio formats supported by the TV and/or home theater receiver  
should change this setting  
Return To Main  
Page  
Selecting this option will return you to the main User Settings menu screen.  
Restore  
Automatic  
Settings  
Selecting this option will restore all of the settings on this screen  
(HDMI/DVI Mode, Color Space, and Audio Output) to their default value.  
Use this option if audio and/or video have been lost after adjusting these  
settings from their default values.  
To configure the DCX3200 settings on the Additional Closed Caption Settings menu  
screen:  
1. Power off the DCX3200 and then immediately press the MENU key on the remote  
control. This will display the main User Settings menu. Move the cursor next to the  
“Closed Caption” option and adjust this setting to “Enabled.The option to enter the  
Additional Closed Caption Settings menu is now available.  
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An example of the Additional Closed Caption Settings menu  
The Additional HDMI™ Settings menu options are:  
Setting  
Description  
Service  
Sets the service used by the DCX3200 to render (draw) the closed captions:  
Selection  
Analog: CC1, CC2, CC3, CC4, T1, T2, T3, or T4. The default is CC1.  
Digital: PRIMARY LANGUAGE, SECONDARY LANGUAGE, 3, 4, 5, or  
6. The default is PRIMARY LANGUAGE.  
Font Size  
Font Style  
Sets the font size for closed captions. Defaults to AUTO. Options are  
AUTO, STANDARD, LARGE, or SMALL.  
Sets the font style for closed captions. Defaults to AUTO. Options are  
AUTO, MONO SERIF, PROPORTION SERIF, MONO NO SERIF,  
PROPORTION NO SERIF, CASUAL, CURSIVE, or SMALL CAPITAL.  
Font Color  
Sets the font color. Defaults to AUTO. Options are AUTO, WHITE, BLACK,  
RED, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW, MAGENTA, or CYAN.  
Font Opacity  
Font Edge Type  
Sets the opacity. Defaults to AUTO. Options are AUTO, TRANSPARENT,  
TRANSLUCENT, SOLID, or FLASHING.  
Sets the edge appearance — AUTO, NONE, RAISED, DEPRESSED,  
UNIFORM, LEFT SHADOWED, or RIGHT SHADOWED. The default is  
AUTO.  
Font Edge Color  
Sets the edge color — AUTO, WHITE, BLACK, RED, GREEN, BLUE,  
YELLOW, MAGENTA, or CYAN. The default is AUTO.  
Background  
Color  
Sets the background color for closed captions. Defaults to AUTO. Options  
are AUTO, WHITE, BLACK, RED, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW, MAGENTA, or  
CYAN.  
Background  
Opacity  
Sets the background opacity for closed captions. Defaults to AUTO. Options  
are AUTO, TRANSPARENT, TRANSLUCENT, SOLID, or FLASHING.  
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Setting  
Description  
Settings  
Sets the default settings for closed captions (AUTO) or the settings you  
have configured (USER). Defaults to AUTO. Options are AUTO or USER.  
Return To Main  
Selecting this option will return you to the main User Settings menu screen.  
Page  
Restore Closed  
Caption  
To reset all of the Additional Closed Caption settings to their default values,  
select this option and press the key.  
Defaults  
Graphics Overlaying the Video  
The DCX3200 can generate graphics that overlay the video programming or fill the entire  
television screen. Common examples include on-screen menus (such as the User  
Setting menu), closed captions, and IPG. The DCX3200 overlays these graphics  
whenever you open a menu, enable closed captions, or scroll through a program grid.  
On-screen graphics are available for all DCX3200 video outputs except IEEE-1394.  
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Diagnostics are displayed on the on-screen display (OSD). They confirm proper  
installation, including:  
Checking error states and signal integrity.  
Identifying the cable terminal on the network.  
Verify communications with the headend.  
For the diagnostics described in this section:  
All indicators are in decimal notation, unless otherwise noted.  
All signal-level and quality indicators use a 1% to 100% scale, unless otherwise  
noted.  
All sample displays are illustrative; actual data may differ from the examples.  
Using the Diagnostics  
To use the diagnostics:  
1. Ensure that the DCX3200 is installed with theThin Client software and that it is  
connected to an AC outlet.  
2. Ensure the set-top is powered on.  
3. Press POWER on the remote control to put the set-top in stand=bay mode.  
4. Within two (2) seconds press SELECT on the remote control to enable diagnostic  
mode.  
5. The Diagnostics main menu is displayed on the OSD.  
You can use the following keys to navigate the diagnostics menus:  
Press channel , channel , cursor , or cursor to select d01 through E.  
Press cursor , cursor , select or enter to execute the selected diagnostic.  
Select E from the main menu or press power to exit.  
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General Status  
This diagnostic displays system status information on the OSD. The information is  
updated each time the diagnostic is displayed.  
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The General Status fields are:  
Field  
Error  
Description  
Error codes display on the OSD when an error occurs. If multiple errors occur,  
the last recorded error is displayed:  
Error Code  
EP00  
EP01  
EP03  
EP04  
EP07  
EP08  
EP09  
EP11  
EP12  
EP14  
EP15  
EP18  
Description  
No error  
Not connected  
DRAM error  
SRAM error  
ROM verification failure  
RAM test failure  
Battery test failure  
Invalid unit address  
Power on self test failure  
GITV startup failure  
TSI structure corrupt  
Driver initialization failure  
Connected  
State  
A DCX-operations connect or disconnect message determines whether the  
DCX3200 is CONNECTED or DISCONNECTED.  
Platform ID  
A unique 16-bit hexadecimal number that identifies the platform image (also  
called the ROM ID).  
Family ID  
Model ID  
The manufacturer and product family, in hexadecimal.  
The model, in hexadecimal.  
Remod  
Chan  
The interface to the subscriber TV; channel 3 or 4 in the USA.  
Set-top  
Time  
The current time setting on set-top.  
DST Active  
Time Zone  
Daylight Saving Time. Yes indicates DST is active. No indicates DST is disabled.  
Time Zone selected on set-top.  
DST Entry  
Time  
Date and Time set-top will begin Daylight Savings Time.  
DST Exit  
Time  
Dates and Time set-top will end Daylight Savings Time.  
Current  
GPS Time  
The current OOB time displayed in global positioning system (GPS) seconds  
from Jan 6, 1980. It is displayed in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).  
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Purchase Status  
This diagnostic displays the status of subscriber event purchases on the OSD. The  
information is updated each time this diagnostic is viewed:  
The Purchase Status fields are:  
Field  
Description  
Unsent  
The number of purchases in the DCX remaining to be polled. It can be an  
integer from 0 to 63.  
Unack  
The number of reports that have not been acknowledged by the controller.  
It is an integer.  
Last Seq Num  
Last RB Time  
IPPV Status  
Prep CMD  
The last acknowledged sequence number of a purchase sent by the  
controller. It is a 16-bit, unsigned hexadecimal number.  
The last time the DCX3200 attempted to report back purchases to the  
controller, in GPS seconds.  
If IPPV is enabled, the IPPV status indicator is on. If IPPV is disabled, the  
IPPV status indicator is off.  
“Last Prepare for Poll Command” sequence number and time of the last  
prepare for poll request command that was sent by the controller. Note  
that each requesting process maintains an independent sequence of poll  
requests to uniquely identify the poll responses.  
Prep ACK  
“Last Prepare for Poll Acknowledge” sequence number and time of the  
last Report Purchase request sent by the controller.  
Poll Request  
Sequence number and time of the last send poll buffer command that was  
sent by the controller.  
Poll  
Acknowledge  
Sequence number and time of the last Poll Acknowledge message sent  
by the controller.  
Stack Unit  
Unit used in purchase processing.  
Count used in purchase processing.  
Show Count  
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Field  
Description  
Credit Total  
Debit Total  
Credit used for purchase processing  
Debit used for purchase processing  
Out-Of-Band (OOB) Status  
This diagnostic indicates the out-of-band control channel status on the OSD. The  
information is updated every 5 seconds.  
The Out-Of-Band Status fields are:  
Field  
Description  
OOB  
Indicates the OOB tuner center frequency, from 70 to 130 MHz.  
Frequency  
Carrier Lock  
Indicates whether the OOB receiver is locked to the carrier:  
OSD  
YES  
NO  
Description  
Carrier locked  
Carrier unlocked  
Data  
Indicates whether data is being carried by the OOB and EMM traffic, which is  
tracked separately:  
OSD  
YES  
NO  
Description  
OOB data detected within the last 5 seconds  
OOB data not detected within the last 5 seconds  
EMM Data  
Indicates whether EMM data is being carried on the OOB stream:  
OSD  
YES  
NO  
Description  
EMM data detected within the last 5 seconds  
EMM data not detected within the last 5 seconds  
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Field  
SNR  
Description  
When carrier lock has been established, displays an estimate of the carrier  
signal-to-noise ratio in dB, with an explanation:  
GOOD — Good value  
FAIR — Marginal signal level, check the signal  
POOR — Unusable signal  
INVALID — Invalid SNR value  
AGC  
When carrier lock has been established, displays an estimate of the AGC as a  
percentage, with an explanation:  
GOOD — Good value  
FAIR — Marginal signal level, check the signal  
POOR — Unusable signal  
INVALID — Invalid AGC value  
EMM  
Displays the conditional access stream for the DCX3200, in hexadecimal.  
Provider ID  
EMM PID  
Displays the packet identifier (PID) stream the DCX3200 tunes to for EMM data,  
in hexadecimal.  
Network  
PID  
Displays the network PID to which the DCX3200 is tuned to receive network  
messages, in hexadecimal.  
Hunt Mode  
The hunt mode includes Hunted, None, Round Robin (RR), Search (SRCH), Fixed  
Frequency (FIX), or EMM Provider ID (EMM).  
LKC  
The last known carrier is the last valid OOB frequency displayed in MHz and  
ranges from 70 to 130 MHz, with the specific values of: 75.25, 104.20, 72.75,  
92.25, 98.25, 107.25, 107.40, 110.25, 116.25, and 103.75.  
LKC will remain blank during hunting if a valid carrier has not been found, and  
will be populated once a valid OOB is found.  
Agile OOB Tuner Hunting  
An OOB frequency can be selected manually by pressing the MENU button while in the  
OOB Status diagnostics screen. To exit this mode, press the MENU button a second  
time, or press the POWER button.  
If the set-top is in the process of hunting for an OOB frequency, control of frequency  
selection is suspended, i.e. pressing Menu button on OOB status screen to display  
MAN FREQ is not available when the set-top is hunting.  
Manual Selection of the OOB Frequency (OSD Frequency Override in Hunted Mode)  
The manual override frequency capability is only displayed if the box is not currently  
hunting and the operator presses the MENU key while OOB OSD diagnostics are  
displayed. The MAN Freq displays the LKC and allows the operator to select (via scroll  
up/down) a specific frequency to check if a valid OOB is on that specific frequency. The  
MAN Freq parameter is the OOB frequency selected in the frequency selection mode  
and displayed in MHz, with the specific values of 75.25, 104.20, 72.75, 92.25, 98.25,  
107.25, 107.40, 110.25, 116.25, and 103.75.  
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1. When in the OOB Receiver Status Diagnostic, press the MENU button on the  
remote control to enter the frequency selection mode. The OSD displays a new  
“MAN FREQ” line at the bottom of the screen, which indicates the last known  
carrier frequency. At this point, if desired, the frequency change mode can be exited  
by pressing the MENU key a second time.  
2. Use the UP/DOWN channel or cursor keys on the remote control to scroll through all  
10 frequencies until the desired new OOB frequency is found. The new frequency  
selections will appear on the “MAN FREQ” line of the OSD.  
3. When the desired new frequency has been selected, press the SELECT key on the  
remote control to start the search. The manual frequency search will last up to 40  
seconds. On the OSD, the “MAN FREQ” line of text will be cleared, the “HUNT  
MODE” will display “FIX” to indicate a search on a fixed frequency, and the “OOB  
FREQ” field will change to the frequency being searched for.  
4. If the frequency is found with the proper EMM Provider ID, the OSD “LKC” field will  
change to display the new frequency.  
5. If after 40 seconds the frequency search is not successful, the product will perform  
a warm reset.  
6. To abort a search without waiting the 40 seconds, the POWER key on the remote  
control can be pressed to cause an immediate warm reset.  
In-Band Status  
This diagnostic displays the in-band status for the last attempted tuned channel on the  
OSD. The information is updated every 5 seconds.  
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The In-Band Status fields are:  
Field  
Description  
Mode  
The values displayed on the OSD are:  
64 QAM — 64 QAM digital channel  
256 QAM — 256 QAM digital channel  
Carrier Lock  
Indicates whether the in-band receiver is locked to the carrier. If a  
digital carrier is not present, it indicates the carrier is not locked:  
OSD Description  
YES  
NO  
Carrier locked  
Carrier not locked  
PCR Lock  
Data  
Indicates whether the in-band receiver is locked to the current  
program clock reference for a digital video service on the specified  
tuner. If a digital carrier is not present, it indicates the PCR is not  
locked.  
Indicates whether data is being carried on the in-band stream. The  
indicators cover all packet processors regardless of the stream they  
are monitoring:  
OSD Description  
YES  
NO  
In-band data detected within the last 5 seconds  
In-band data not detected within the last 5 seconds  
Frequency  
SNR  
The in-band frequency is center RF carrier frequency tuned for the  
digital service on the specified tuner. The frequency is displayed in  
MHz in xxxx.xxx format and ranges from 54 to 860 MHz.  
When carrier lock has been established, displays an estimate of the  
carrier signal-to-noise ratio in dB, with an explanation:  
GOOD — Good value  
FAIR — Marginal signal level, check the signal  
POOR — Unusable signal  
INVALID — Invalid SNR value  
5 Second Error Counts  
Indicates the number of correctable and uncorrectable digital multiplex  
errors, up to 9999. It is updated every 5 seconds and reset each time  
the DCX3200 is power cycled or another digital multiplex is tuned. The  
maximum value displayed is 9999, even if there were more than 9999  
errors.  
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Unit Address  
This diagnostic displays the unit address of the CableCARD if inserted:  
The Unit Address fields are:  
Field  
Description  
TvPC  
Indicates whether the TvPC renewable security system is installed:  
Installed  
NO — TvPC is not installed (Note: the DCX3200 does not include a TvPC slot.)  
CableCARD  
Inserted  
YES — CableCARD is inserted.  
NO — CableCARD is not inserted.  
Unit  
A unique decimal number that indicates the unit address or physical address.  
Address  
OOB Addresses  
Network  
The DCX3200 network address displayed in decimal format.  
Multicast  
16 Address  
Specifies the stream to which the OOB multicast 16 addresses are assigned.  
The stream type and multicast 16 addresses cycle on the OSD every 5 seconds.  
The valid stream types nnnn are:  
Net — Network  
EMM — EMM  
SCC — SCC_ECM  
Dnld — Download  
Data — Data  
Poll — Polling packet identifier (PID)  
The 16-bit multicast address is displayed in 4-byte hexadecimal format. The  
multicast 16 addressed messages filter on a 16-bit multicast address. The user  
processor can define up to four multicast addresses in hardware, and any  
message matching one of the four is processed. Messages not matching the  
multicast address are discarded.  
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Field  
Description  
Serial  
The Host Serial Number is displayed on the Unit Address diagnostic screen.  
Number  
MAC  
Addresses  
The DOCSIS, Ethernet, 1394, USB, and MAC addresses are stored in protected  
flash and displayed in hexadecimal.  
Separable Security  
This diagnostic displays information on the inserted M-CARD and CableCARD Interface  
with the DCX.  
Field  
Description  
CARD Interface  
CableCARD Interface is a status indication of the interface between  
the Host and CableCARD. It will indicate Good if no errors are  
detected, Error if there is an error establishing the CableCARD  
interface, or Unsupported CARD if the inserted CableCARD is not an  
M-CARD.  
CableCARD ID  
Host ID  
The unique identifier provided by the CableCARD.  
The unique identifier in the Host Device Certificate.  
A value generated by the CableCARD for the Pairing report.  
Data ID  
Validation  
UKNOWN if a Validation message was not received by the  
product.  
VALID or INVALID as set by the Host Validation Message  
received from the headend.  
BINDING if the CableCARD is busy with the binding  
authentication process.  
NOT BOUND if Card validation status is not bound for  
CableCARD reasons.  
HOST CERTIFICATE INVALID if the status is not bound  
because the Host Certificate was invalid.  
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Field  
Description  
HOST SIGN FAILED if status is not bound because of failure to  
verify Host’s SIGN.  
AUTH KEY FAILED if status is not bound because of failure to  
match AuthKey from the Host Device.  
FAILED if binding failed for other reasons.  
Pairing Rpt Method  
Set to MMI or Reportback as received by a message from the  
headed, or set to Unknown if the headend message was not  
received.  
MSO Phone Number  
CableCARD  
MSO Phone Number as configured at the headend.  
Object Name  
Object Ver.  
Code object name executing on the CableCARD.  
Code object version executing on the CableCARD.  
CableCARD manufacturer.  
Manufacturer  
HW Version  
Version number provided by the CableCARD.  
Version number provided by the CableCARD  
Version number provided by the CableCARD  
Boot Version  
2nd Version  
Current Channel Status  
This diagnostic displays a status of the last attempted channel you attempted to tune on  
the in-band stream. The channel type determines the status display.  
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The Current Channel status fields are:  
Field  
Type  
Description  
Indicates whether the channel is analog or digital:  
OSD  
Description  
DIGITAL  
Digital  
Status  
Indicates the current status of channel acquisition.  
OSD  
Description  
Acquired  
Service has been acquired and is playing, but stream  
components may not be locked yet if the service is digital. For  
an analog service, there are no stream components to lock, so  
this is the final status.  
Acquiring  
Service is being reacquired.  
Not  
Service has not been acquired due to a failure.  
Acquired  
OSD  
Description  
Acquired  
and Locked  
Digital service has been acquired, and all relevant stream  
components for the service are locked. If the service is  
purchasable, the stream components will not be locked until the  
service is purchased.  
Acquired  
Not Playing  
Service has been partially acquired, but is not playing. For the  
MPEG-2 services, this means that no components are selected.  
Preview  
Indicates whether the current program is in preview mode.  
Indicates whether the current program can be purchased for viewing.  
Indicates whether the current program has been purchased.  
Number of authorization requests originating from set-top.  
Purchasable  
Purchased  
EPOCH  
Num  
Auth  
Reason  
The current epoch authorization reason is displayed in the hexadecimal format  
0xbb on the OSD.  
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Field  
Service  
Status  
ID  
Description  
Service number from the secure processor. It is a one bit value; 0 or 1.  
Service status from the secure processor. It is a decimal value from 0 to 3.  
Service ID from the secure processor. It is a hexadecimal value. First 2 bytes  
indicate MPEG service number and the last byte indicates another unique  
identifier.  
CH  
Current Channel the set-top is tuned to.  
Tuned  
Frequency  
(Digital channels only) The center RF carrier frequency for the digital service. It  
can be from 54 to 860 MHz.  
VCT ID  
SOC  
Virtual Channel Table ID  
Selectable Output control enabled or disabled  
CCI  
The copy control information:  
00 — copy free  
01 — no more copies  
10 — copy once  
11 — never copy  
N/A — the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved  
APS  
RC Flag  
CIT  
The Analog Protection System; for example, Macrovision:  
00 — No Macrovision  
11 — Type 3 Macrovision  
N/A — the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved  
Displays whether the broadcast flag is present:  
0 — no flag/not defined  
1 — the flag is present/enabled  
N/A — the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved  
The constrained image trigger, as delivered in the PRK or the Set DRM API:  
1 — set  
0 — not set  
N/A — the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved  
DRM  
RS  
The digital rights management valid flag bit:  
1 — set  
0 — not set  
N/A—the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved  
The retention state:  
Forever, 1 week, 2 days, 1 day, 12 hours, 6 hours, 3 hours, 90 minutes, or  
Not Defined  
N/A — the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved  
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RF Modem (Upstream)  
This diagnostic displays the RF modem status, if an RF modem is installed in the  
DCX3200. The information is updated each time this diagnostic is displayed.  
The RF Modem fields are:  
Field  
Description  
Status  
CONFIGURED or NOT CONFIGURED.  
The RF modem center frequency is displayed on the OSD in MHz.  
Center  
Frequency  
Requested  
Power Level  
The value in dB assigned to the DCX3200 during RF leveling (blank if it is  
not configured).  
Actual Power  
Level  
The power level is displayed in dB on the OSD or is blank if the power level  
has not been set.  
Report Back  
Address  
Displayed in 4-byte hexadecimal format, if configured.  
Code Modules  
This diagnostic includes information about the firmware loaded in flash memory and all  
non-volatile code versions are installed on the DCX3200. When the native suite is  
running, the diagnostics of the application operating system and all associated objects  
should be accessible.  
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The Code Modules fields are:  
Field  
Description  
Boot Code  
Platform Built  
Version  
The boot code version in ASCII format.  
The date platform software was built.  
The firmware version and build date in ASCII format.  
The digital secure processor version in ASCII format.  
The analog secure processor version in ASCII format.  
Processor  
Analog  
Secure  
Processor  
Downloadable  
Object  
Information  
Lists all objects loaded, or being loaded, onto the DCX3400 in ASCII format.  
The information displayed for each object depends on the running  
environment. If a download is not in progress, the OSD displays the currently  
running environment and version number.  
Table  
Object  
Ver  
The object name.  
The object version.  
Status  
The object status, updated on the OSD every 5 seconds while you display the  
diagnostic:  
OSD  
Status  
Description  
MEM ALLOC  
LOADING  
STARTING  
Allocated  
Loading  
Enabling  
Memory for object is allocated  
Object is being loaded  
Object is being started (the  
constructor is running)  
ENABLED  
Enabled  
Object is running  
ENA-NOT RUN  
Enabled_Not_ Runnable Object is enabled, but cannot  
run  
STOPPING  
DISABLED  
Disabling  
Object is being stopped (the  
destructor is running)  
Disabled  
Object has been disabled  
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Field  
Description  
DIS-NOT RUN  
Disabled_Not_ Runnable Object is disabled and cannot  
run  
DELETING  
Deleting  
Object is being deleted  
POSTPONED  
Postponed  
Object cannot run on the  
current system; it will be  
enabled during the next boot  
CONNECTED  
Connect  
Connected to download PID  
— awaiting data  
PEND CONNECT TryingToConnect  
The object identifier  
Trying to connect  
ID  
LO  
The Local Origination states whether the object is located locally on the set-  
top.  
Memory Configuration  
This diagnostic displays the DCX3200 memory configuration. The information is updated  
when you display the diagnostic.  
The Memory Configuration fields are:  
Field  
Description  
System RAM  
Flash  
The allocated system RAM in MB  
The allocated flash memory in MB  
The allocated NVRAM in KB  
NVRAM  
Audio/Video Status  
Audio/Video Status diagnostics display information regarding audio and video content  
and settings configured for the set-top.  
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Field  
Description  
AUDIO S/PDIF  
OSD Display  
Indicates S/PDIF Mode as set by application software.  
Description  
N/A  
Audio S/PDIF mode is not applicable.  
PCM audio selected.  
IEC958PCM  
Dolby® Digital  
For Dolby® Digital selection, the following speaker selection is set:  
right front or left front  
1/0  
2/0  
3/0  
2/1  
3/1  
2/2  
3/2  
right front and left front  
right front and left front and center  
right front and left front and (right rear or left rear)  
right front and left front and center and (right rear or left rear)  
right front and left front and right rear and left rear  
right front and left front and center and right rear and left rear  
LFE: Low  
Frequency Effect  
The LFE indicates if the nomenclature low frequency effects are available in the  
Dolby® Digital audio stream as indicated if the “0.1” is present in the Dolby® Digital  
5.1 nomenclature (for example, “Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround”). Valid values include:  
OSD Display  
Description  
0
1
LFE is not available  
LFE is available (for example, “Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround”).  
Muting State and  
Method  
The Audio and Video Mute Status indicates if the audio and/or video have been  
muted by the software. The audio mute is either On or Off. The Video Mute  
describes the MPEG muting method selected by the software and indicates if the  
output video is in the mute state by displaying On or Off, followed by the mute  
method. Methods include:  
OSD Display  
Description  
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Field  
Description  
UNMUTED  
Displayed if mute method is not selected.  
MUTE to  
STILL  
Displayed if the mute method includes stopping video and presenting a still frame,  
similar to a pause function.  
MUTE to  
BLACK  
Displayed if mute method presents a black screen.  
Captions  
The captions mode displays captions present on the service.  
Note: The caption options are set via the User Setting Menu, where the subscriber  
can enable closed captions and select options.  
1st Caption Row: Caption Detected:  
OSD Display  
708  
Description  
EIA-708 captions detected  
EIA-608 captions detected  
Both EIA-608 and EIA-708 captions detected  
No Captions detected  
608  
608 and 708  
None  
2nd Caption Row: Caption Options Set, followed by Service Selected (xxxxxxxxxxxx):  
OSD Display  
Description  
708 Set  
EIA-708 captions enabled, with options set by user  
xxxxxxxxxxxx  
708 Default  
xxxxxxxxxxxx  
EIA-708 captions enabled, with no options set by user  
EIA-608 captions enabled, with options set by user  
EIA-608 captions enabled, with no options set by user  
Captions detected but not enabled  
608 Set  
xxxxxxxxxxxx  
608 Default  
xxxxxxxxxxxx  
None Set  
The OSD status, 2nd caption row displays captions based on the setting selected in the User Settings menu  
and what is available in the stream.  
708 or 608 is the type of caption displayed, dependent on what was detected.  
The Set or Default directly reflects the User Setting Status parameter of SETTINGS, which is Auto for  
Default or User for set by user via the User Setting Menu.  
The xxxxxxx parameter should directly reflect the User Setting Status parameter of SERVICE SELECTION  
for Analog or Digital services as described below.  
xxxxxxxxxxxx is the Service Selected parameter (which should directly reflect the User Setting Status  
parameter of SERVICE SELECTION for Analog or Digital services) and will be shown as one of the following  
if captions are enabled (See section 16.5 and 16.6 for further information on service selection):  
OSD Display  
CC 1  
Definition  
Closed Caption service CC 1 (default)  
Closed Caption service CC 2  
Closed Caption service CC 3  
Closed Caption service CC 4  
CC 2  
CC 3  
CC 4  
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Field  
Description  
T 1  
Closed Caption service T 1  
T 2  
Closed Caption service T 2  
T 3  
Closed Caption service T 3  
T 4  
Closed Caption service T 4  
Primary Lang  
Second Lang  
Service 3  
Service 4  
Service 5  
Service 6  
Primary language established by the provider (default, Service 1)  
Secondary language established by the provider (Service 2)  
Set by the provider Service 3.  
Set by the provider Service 4.  
Set by the provider Service 5.  
Set by the provider Service 6.  
Digital Subtitle  
Status  
The subtitle parameter indicates if subtitles are enabled and, if enabled, what  
language is selected and if the subtitle is being rendered. The language is displayed  
as the 3-character ISO639.2/B language code.  
Enabled is indicated with Yes or No.  
The language is displayed as the 3-character ISO639.2 language code.  
Enhanced mode is indicated with Yes or No.  
Rendered status is indicated with Yes or No.  
PiP Focus  
The Picture in Picture focus indicates N/A and is not a standard supported DCX  
feature (dependent upon application software).  
Input Sources  
The input source list information on ADP Lock, Audio Mode, VP lock, and Input  
Format.  
The ADP Lock indicates whether the audio stream is locked. Valid values are:  
YES: Audio Processor is locked to the audio stream  
NO: Audio Processor is not locked to the audio stream  
Audio Mode indicates the audio Mode of in incoming digital service. Valid values  
include:  
N/A: the audio mode is not applicable to the currently tuned stream  
Mono: the audio mode is monophonic  
Stereo: the audio mode is stereo  
Surround: the audio mode is surround sound  
5.1: the audio mode is Dolby® Digital 5.1 surround sound  
VP Lock indicates whether the video stream is locked. Valid values are:  
YES: Video Processor is locked to the video stream  
NO: Video Processor is not locked to the video stream  
The input format includes the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9), the screen pixel size  
(nnnnXnnnn), pixel display (‘i’ for interlaced, ‘p’ for progressive), and frames per  
second (24, 25, 30, or 60).  
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Interface Status  
The Interface Status diagnostic displays when running inThin Client. The information on  
the OSD is updated when you display the diagnostic.  
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The Interface Status fields are:  
Field  
Description  
DOCSIS Tuner & Xmitter  
1394 I/O Device  
USB I/O Device  
Ethernet Device  
Parallel Port  
Indicates if enabled; indicates if active  
Indicates if enabled; indicates if active  
Indicates if enabled; indicates if active  
Indicates if enabled; indicates if active  
Indicates if enabled; indicates if active  
Indicates if enabled; indicates if active  
Indicates if enabled; indicates if active  
Indicates if enabled; indicates if active  
IR Xmit  
Hard Drive Status  
Smart Card  
HDMI™ Port  
If a device is connected to the HDMI™ port only, the following  
diagnostics display to help troubleshoot the HDMI™ interface.  
They all display N/A if no device is connected to the HDMI™  
port, or the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved.  
Device Connected — Indicates whether a device is  
connected to the HDMI™ port—Yes or No.  
Repeater — Indicates whether the connected device is a  
repeater — Yes or No.  
Video Xmission (transmission) — Indicates whether the  
DCX3200 is transmitting video over the HDMI™ port —  
Not Active or Active.  
HDCP Enabled — Indicates whether the DCX3200 is using  
HDCP to encrypt video transmitted over the HDMI™ link  
— Yes or No. If the Video Xmission status is Not Active,  
the HDCP Enabled status is No.  
Output Format — Indicates the timing format of the video  
sent through HDMI:  
1920 x 1080I — 1920 pixels wide by 1080 pixels high,  
interlaced  
1280 x 720P — 1280 pixels wide by 720 pixels high,  
progressive  
720 x 480P — 720 pixels wide by 480 pixels high,  
progressive  
720 x 480I — 720 pixels wide by 480 pixels high, interlaced  
640 x 480P — 640 pixels wide by 480 pixels high,  
progressive  
Aspect Ratio — Indicates the aspect ratio of the video sent  
through HDMI™ — 4:3 or 16:9  
EDID Data  
Indicates the video timing formats that were read from the  
Extended Display Identification Data (EDID) register for the  
connected device, in particular the detailed timing description  
blocks. The list displays all of the formats that the DCX3200  
could read, up to a maximum of 12 formats. If the DCX3200  
cannot read any formats, EDID Data is blank. An asterisk (*)  
after the aspect ratio means the DCX3200 supports the format.  
If more than twelve video timing formats are discovered, the  
supported formats only are listed first, followed by up to twelve  
remaining formats.  
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User Setting Status  
This diagnostic displays the user settings. The format may vary. The information is updated  
when you display the diagnostic.  
The User Setting Status fields are:  
Setting  
Description  
TV Type  
Allows you to specify the style of television connected to the DCX set-top.  
Options include 16:9, 4:3 LETTERBOX, and 4:3 PAN SCAN. The 16:9 option is  
the default selection. The options are used as follows:  
16:9 designates that a widescreen television is connected to the DCX set-  
top.  
4:3 LETTERBOX designates that a standard-screen television is connected  
to the DCX set-top and that widescreen programs should be scaled to fit  
the screen with black bars above and below the picture.  
4:3 PAN SCAN designates that a standard-screen television is connected  
to the DCX set-top and that widescreen programs should be cropped so  
that the picture fills the entire screen.  
HDMI/YPbPr  
Output  
Allows you to specify the video output format of the DCX set-top for all content  
(when the 4:3 override setting is Off) or for all 480p, 720p, and 1080i content  
(when the 4:3 override is used). Options include 1080i, 720p, 480p, and 480i.  
By default, the 1080i option is selected. The options are used as follows:  
1080i — The DCX set-top will present programs in the High-Definition  
1080i format (1920 x 1080 pixels).  
720p — The DCX set-top will present programs in the High-Definition  
720p format (1280 x 720 pixels).  
480p — The DCX set-top will present programs in the Enhanced-Definition  
480p format (720 x 480 pixels).  
480i — The DCX set-top will present programs in the Standard-Definition  
480i format (720 x 480 pixels).  
Some televisions may only support certain video formats. Please consult the  
television’s user manual for more information on format compatibility.  
The DCX set-top can detect when the HDMI™ connection is in use. If you are  
not using the HDMI™ connection on the DCX set-top, the HDMI/YPbPr Output  
setting will display as YPbPr Output in the User Settings Menu.  
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Setting  
Description  
4:3 Override  
The 4:3 Override setting allows you to specify the video output format of the  
DCX set-top when it is tuned to a Standard-Definition. Options include 480i,  
480p, Stretch, and Off. By default, the 480i option is selected. The options are  
used as follows:  
480i — The DCX set-top will present Standard-Definition programs in the  
Standard-Definition 480i format (720 x 480 pixels).  
480p — The DCX set-top will present Standard-Definition programs in the  
Enhanced-Definition 480p format (720 x 480 pixels).  
Stretch — The DCX set-top will automatically stretch all Standard-  
Definition programs to a widescreen aspect ratio and present the video in  
the format designated by the HDMI/YPbPr Output setting. Note that the  
Stretch option is only available when the TV Type setting is 16:9.  
Off — The DCX will create a widescreen version of a Standard-Definition  
program by adding black bars to the left and the right of the picture and  
present the video in the format designated by the HDMI/YPbPr Output  
setting.  
Some televisions may only support certain video formats. Please consult the  
television’s user manual for more information on format compatibility.  
If the HDMI/YPbPr Output setting is 480i, the 4:3 Override feature is disabled  
and is no longer selectable in the menu. The 4:3 Override feature is available  
when the HDMI/YPbPr Output setting is 1080i, 720p, or 480p.  
Closed  
Caption  
Turns closed captions off or on. The OSD indicates the status of the closed  
captions. Defaults to DISABLED. Options are ENABLED or DISABLED.  
Service  
Sets the service used for closed captions:  
Selection  
Digital: PRIMARY LANGUAGE, SECONDARY LANGUAGE, 3, 4, 5, or 6.  
The default is PRIMARY LANGUAGE.  
Font Size  
Font Style  
Sets the font size for closed captions. Defaults to AUTO. Options are AUTO,  
STANDARD, LARGE, or SMALL.  
Sets the font style for closed captions. Defaults to AUTO. Options are AUTO,  
MONO SERIF, PROPORTION SERIF, MONO NO SERIF, PROPORTION NO  
SERIF, CASUAL, CURSIVE, or SMALL.  
Font Color  
Sets the font color. Defaults to AUTO. Options are AUTO, WHITE, BLACK,  
RED, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW, MAGENTA, or CYAN.  
Font  
Opacity  
Sets the opacity. Defaults to AUTO. Options are AUTO, TRANSPARENT,  
TRANSLUCENT, SOLID, or FLASHING.  
Font Edge  
Type  
Sets the edge appearance — AUTO, NONE, RAISED, DEPRESSED, UNIFORM,  
LEFT SHADOWED, or RIGHT SHADOWED. The default is AUTO.  
Font Edge  
Color  
Sets the edge color — AUTO, WHITE, BLACK, RED, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW,  
MAGENTA, or CYAN. The default is AUTO.  
Background  
Color  
Sets the background color for closed captions. Defaults to AUTO. Options are  
AUTO, WHITE, BLACK, RED, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW, MAGENTA, or CYAN.  
Background  
Opacity  
Sets the background opacity for closed captions. Defaults to AUTO. Options are  
AUTO, TRANSPARENT, TRANSLUCENT, SOLID, or FLASHING.  
Settings  
Sets the default settings for closed captions (AUTO) or the settings you have  
configured (USER). Defaults to AUTO. Options are AUTO or USER.  
Restore All  
Defaults  
To reset all User Settings to their defaults, select this option and press the ►  
key.  
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DOCSIS Status  
This three-screen diagnostic displays status information for the embedded cable modem  
(eCM):  
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The fields are:  
Field  
Description  
DOCSIS  
Enabled  
For a DOCSIS-enabled set-top, YES. Otherwise, NO.  
Acquire DS  
Channel  
The DOCSIS downstream channel acquisition status:  
YES — The downstream channel is acquired.  
NO — The set-top is acquiring the downstream channel.  
N/A — The value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or DOCSIS is not  
enabled.  
Obtain US  
Parameters  
The DOCSIS upstream channel descriptor (UCD) acquisition status:  
YES — The UCD is acquired.  
NO — The set-top is acquiring the UCD or the downstream channel.  
N/A — The value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or DOCSIS is not  
enabled.  
Establish IP  
Connectivity  
Displays whether the cable modem has acquired its IP address, typically  
from a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server:  
YES — The IP address is acquired.  
NO — The set-top is acquiring its IP address.  
N/A — The value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or DOCSIS is not  
enabled.  
Obtain  
Configuration  
File  
Displays whether the cable modem has downloaded its DOCSIS cable  
modem configuration file from the TFTP server:  
YES — The cable modem configuration file has been successfully  
downloaded.  
NO — The set-top is downloading its cable modem configuration file.  
N/A — The value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or DOCSIS is not  
enabled.  
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Field  
Description  
eCM Registered  
Displays whether the embedded cable modem has registered with the  
cable modem termination system (CMTS):  
YES — DOCSIS registration is complete.  
NO — DOCSIS registration is in progress, or the set-top could not  
register.  
N/A — The value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or DOCSIS is not  
enabled.  
Network  
Access  
Displays whether the cable modem has been granted access to the DOCSIS  
network:  
YES — The cable modem was granted DOCSIS network access.  
NO — The set-top is obtaining DOCSIS network access.  
N/A — The value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or DOCSIS is not  
enabled.  
Initialize BPI  
The Baseline Privacy Interface (BPI) status:  
YES — BPI has been successfully initialized for the cable modem.  
NO — BPI initialization is in progress, has failed, or was not requested  
by the network.  
N/A — The value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or DOCSIS is not  
enabled.  
System Up  
Time  
The Days, Hours, Mins (minutes), and Seconds the DOCSIS system has  
been operational. If the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or if DOCSIS  
is not enabled, each field displays zeros.  
IP Addresses  
The Cable Modem and Set-Top IP addresses in dotted-decimal format  
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx. Each byte value is padded with zeros when necessary. For  
example, 10.0.1.10 is displayed as 010.000.001.010. If the value is invalid or  
cannot be retrieved, or if DOCSIS is not enabled, 000.000.000.000 is  
displayed.  
MAC Addresses  
The Cable Modem and Set-Top MAC address in hexadecimal format  
xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx. Each byte value xx ranges from 00 to FF and is padded  
with zeros when necessary. For example, 0:0:2D:1:F1:D is displayed as  
00:00:2D:01:F1:0D. If the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or if  
DOCSIS is not enabled, 00:00:00:00:00:00 is displayed.  
Downstream Channel (carries data from the headend to the set-top)  
Carrier Lock  
YES — The cable modem is locked to a DOCSIS downstream channel.  
NO — The cable modem is not locked to a downstream channel.  
N/A — The value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or DOCSIS is not  
enabled.  
Frequency  
LKC  
The center frequency of the channel to which the DOCSIS downstream  
channel receiver is tuned. It can be 54 to 860 MHz. If the value is invalid or  
cannot be retrieved, downstream Carrier Lock is NO, or if DOCSIS is not  
enabled, N/A is displayed.  
The last known carrier (LKC); the frequency of the last tuned downstream  
channel used if the embedded cable modem enters hunt mode. It can be 54  
to 860 MHz. If the value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, Carrier Lock is NO,  
or if DOCSIS is not enabled, N/A is displayed.  
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Field  
Description  
Mode  
The DOCSIS downstream channel modulation: QAM 64 or QAM 256. If the  
value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, Carrier Lock is NO, or if DOCSIS is  
not enabled, 000 is displayed.  
Power Level  
The downstream channel power level in dBmV. If the value is invalid or  
cannot be retrieved, Carrier Lock is NO, or if DOCSIS is not enabled, 000 is  
displayed.  
SNR  
The estimated downstream channel carrier signal-to-noise ratio in the format  
xx.x dB. It is the value reported as SNR in the MIB. If the value is invalid or  
cannot be retrieved, Carrier Lock is NO, or if DOCSIS is not enabled, 00.0 is  
displayed.  
Upstream Channel (carries data from the set-top to the headend)  
Frequency  
The center frequency of the channel to which the DOCSIS upstream  
channel receiver is tuned. It can be 5 to 42 MHz. If the value is invalid or  
cannot be retrieved, Carrier Lock is NO, or if DOCSIS is not enabled, N/A is  
displayed.  
Mode  
The DOCSIS upstream channel modulation: QPSK, QAM 8, QAM 16,  
QAM 32, QAM 64, or QAM 128. If the value is invalid or cannot be  
retrieved, or if DOCSIS is not enabled, N/A is displayed.  
Channel ID  
The upstream channel identifier 0 to 255. If the value is invalid or cannot be  
retrieved or DOCSIS is not enabled, N/A is displayed.  
Power Level  
Symbol Rate  
The upstream channel power level in dBmV. If the value is invalid or cannot  
be retrieved, or if DOCSIS is not enabled, 000 is displayed.  
The upstream channel symbol rate in mega-symbols per second. If the value  
is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or if DOCSIS is not enabled, 0.000 is  
displayed.  
Known MAC  
Addresses  
Displays up to 32 MAC addresses learned by the DCX3200 cable modem,  
including the Set-Top MAC and future MAC addresses assigned by DSG, in  
hexadecimal format xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx on two screens if necessary. If the  
value is invalid or cannot be retrieved, or if DOCSIS is not enabled, no values  
are displayed.  
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Application Specific Information  
This diagnostic displays information about application servers:  
The fields are:  
Field  
Description  
Server # Name  
The application server name of up to 14 alphanumeric characters. It is blank  
if the value is invalid or no value can be retrieved.  
Srvr # IP Addr  
The application server’s IP address in dotted-decimal format  
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx; each xxx is from 0 to 255. It is blank if the value is invalid or  
no value can be retrieved.  
Interactive Status  
This diagnostic describes the interactive information that is displayed only when theThin  
Client platform is running. The information is updated at least once every 5 seconds  
while the diagnostic is displayed. This is an example of a code module display with  
status descriptions:  
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The Interactive Status fields are:  
Field  
Description  
IP Address  
The IP address in dotted-decimal format xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx assigned by the NC  
1500 to the DCX3200. 0.0.0.0 is displayed if the IP address is not configured  
or unknown.  
UPM  
The upstream modem address value is the same as the terminal ID assigned  
by the DAC 6000. It is a unique, system-generated, eight-digit integer  
between 1 and 16777215. 00000000 is displayed when the UPM is not  
configured or if it is unknown.  
Upstream ID  
A four-digit decimal value from 0000 to 9999 assigned by the DAC 6000 to the  
DCX3200. 0000 is displayed if the Upstream ID is not configured or if it is  
unknown.  
Downstream  
ID  
A four-digit decimal value from 0000 to 9999 assigned by the DAC 6000 to the  
DCX3200. 0000 is displayed if the Downstream ID is not configured or if it is  
unknown.  
State  
The interactive status of the DCX3200:  
OSD  
Description  
UNCONFIG  
The DCX3200 is not configured for the interactive  
system, and the platform should run as pre-interactive.  
MAC_CONNECT The DCX3200 is waiting to establish a connection to the  
MAC PID Stream.  
INIT_WAIT_DC_  
OR_C  
The DCX3200 is in the interactive initialization state and  
waiting for the default configuration or the contention  
channel list messages.  
WAIT_LM_ACK  
WAIT_SO_ACK  
The DCX3200 is in the interactive initialization state and  
waiting for Link Management Response ACK for Local  
Address Message.  
The DCX3200 is in the interactive initialization state and  
waiting for a Sign On acknowledgement.  
WAIT_LA_OR_S  
O
The DCX3200 is in the interactive initialization state and  
waiting for Logical Address or Sign On with verification  
Frequency message.  
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Field  
Description  
INIT_STOPPED  
The DCX3200 is in the interactive initialization state and  
the TransMode has stopped.  
RUN_WAIT_DC_  
OR_C  
The DCX3200 is in the interactive state and waiting for  
the default configuration or the contention channel list  
messages.  
RUNNING  
Interactive state is running, sending idle messages, and  
waiting for any prepare for poll or MAC messages.  
RUN_STOPPED  
INVALID  
The interactive run state has stopped and DCX3200 is  
waiting for status or a transmission control message.  
The interactive state is unknown or invalid.  
MAC Abort  
Cntr  
This counter increments every time the MAC layer reaches the cell abort  
count limit. It is reset by the successful upstream transmission of a cell: for  
example, when the DCX3200 receives an ACK. If the counter reaches the  
MAC abort count limit, the DCX3200 assumes the MAC layer is unavailable  
due to noise, congestion, or some other problem. The DCX3200 stops  
transmitting data upstream, reports an error to the calling function, and  
attempts to re-enter the network using the initialization process. 0000 is  
displayed as the default or if the MAC Abort CNTR is not configured or  
unknown.  
Socket Port  
State  
The socket mode and activity:  
UNUSED — The socket is not being used.  
OPENED — The socket is open.  
READY — The socket is ready to send or receive.  
RECEIVING — The socket is receiving data from the application server.  
SENDING — The socket is sending data to the application server.  
UNKNOWN — The socket state is invalid or unknown.  
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Troubleshooting guidelines follow. If problems still occur after performing the  
diagnostics, call theTRC for assistance as described in the Introduction.  
Problem  
Possible Solution  
The DCX set-  
top will not  
power on  
The DCX set-top may have received a software update and may not power on  
while the new software is being installed. Try again in a few minutes.  
Verify that the AC power cord is connected to the DCX set-top and an AC  
outlet. Unplug the DCX set-top from the AC outlet, plug it back in, and  
then press the POWER button on the remote control.  
If the DCX set-top is connected to a switched outlet on another unit,  
verify that that unit is powered on. Unplug the power cord from the DCX  
set-top’s AC outlet, plug it back in, and then press the POWER button on  
the remote control. It is recommended to use an unswitched outlet, if  
possible.  
The remote  
control does  
not work  
Verify that the remote control is in Cable mode.  
Verify that there are no obstructions between the remote control and the DCX  
set-top. Aim the remote control directly at the DCX set-top, not the TV or VCR.  
The angle between the remote control and the DCX set-top may be too large.  
Stand in front of the DCX set-top and not too far to either side.  
Press and release operation keys one at a time, firmly and deliberately.  
Check the batteries in the remote control. Install new batteries if needed.  
There is no  
audio when  
viewing  
cable  
channels  
Verify that the mute button on the DCX set-top or the remote control has not  
been pressed. Press mute on the remote control to restore sound.  
If the DCX set-top audio output is connected to the TV, verify that the  
mute button on the TV has not been pressed.  
If the DCX set-top audio output is connected to a home theater receiver,  
verify that the receiver is set to the appropriate input source and the mute  
button on the receiver has not been pressed.  
Verify that you have the correct cables for the audio connections.  
Verify that the audio cables are firmly connected between the DCX set-  
top and the audio playback device (TV, receiver, DVD player, etc.).  
Not all programs feature full Dolby® Digital [5.1] or Dolby® Digital Plus [7.1]  
surround sound. In some cases, the programs may only contain left and right  
stereo audio.  
There is no  
audio from  
the center  
and/or  
surround  
speakers of  
a home  
theater  
receiver  
connected to  
the DCX set-  
top  
Verify that the S/PDIF cable (coaxial or optical) is firmly connected to the  
DCX set-top and the home theater receiver.  
Verify that the home theater receiver is set to a surround sound audio  
mode (Dolby Pro Logic®, Dolby Pro Logic II®, Dolby Pro Logic IIx®).  
Verify that the receiver is properly configured to work with all connected  
speakers.  
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Problem  
Possible Solution  
There is no  
video on the  
TV screen  
Verify that the TV is powered on and set to the appropriate input source for the  
DCX set-top.  
Verify that the DCX set-top is powered on and tuned to an authorized cable  
channel.  
Verify that all video cables between the DCX set-top and the TV are firmly  
connected.  
Verify that the coaxial cable feed is firmly connected to the DCX set-top and the  
wall jack.  
If the DCX set-top video output is connected to a home theater unit,  
verify that the home theater unit is powered on and set to the appropriate  
input source.  
If the DCX set-top video output is connected to a TV through an HDMI™  
connection, power off the TV and then power off the DCX set-top. Wait  
one second and then power on the devices.  
Not all HDTVs can display every output format (1080i, 720p, 480p, or 480i)  
available on the DCX set-top. To select a different format:  
1. Ensure that your DCX set-top is plugged into a power outlet and is turned  
off.  
2. Press the MENU key on the remote control. Your settings are displayed on  
the DCX set-top OSD.  
3. Press the and keys to display the HDMI/YPbPr OUTPUT setting.  
4. Press the key to cycle through the available output formats until a  
picture displays on the TV.  
No graphics  
or program  
guides  
appear on  
the TV  
If you use the IEEE-1394 connection, on-screen graphics, including closed  
captions and program guides, are not displayed by the DCX set-top. On-screen  
graphics and captions may still be overlaid by the TV, if enabled. Alternatively,  
use HDMI™ or component video instead.  
screen  
Verify on the User Settings menu that closed captions are enabled on the DCX  
set-top.  
No closed  
captions  
display  
Verify that closed captions are enabled on the TV.  
Note: Closed captioning may not be available on the current program.  
There are  
Widescreen TVs display 4:3 programs in this format unless set to Stretch. Turn  
on the 4:3 OVERRIDE feature in the User Settings menu. This enables most  
widescreen TVs to stretch the video to fill the screen (see the TV manual for  
information about stretching 4:3 video).  
black bars to  
the right and  
left of the  
picture  
If the DCX3200 is connected to a widescreen TV, verify that the TV TYPE  
is set to 16:9 in the User Settings menu.  
Many HD programs are broadcast in pillar-box format with black bars to the left  
and right of the picture. These programs are broadcast in 16:9 HD formats,  
even though the video is not 16:9.  
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Problem  
Possible Solution  
There are  
black bars  
above and  
below the  
picture  
All 4:3 HDTVs display HD programs in letterbox format (black bars above and  
below the picture) because of the shape of the display screen.  
Turn on the 4:3 OVERRIDE feature in the User Settings menu. This  
enables most standard-screen TVs to display a full screen picture when  
the DCX3200 is tuned to a 4:3 program.  
Set the TV TYPE to 4:3 Pan-Scan. This enables the DCX3200 to remove  
the black bars above and below the picture when possible.  
Some SD programs are broadcast in the letterbox format with black bars above  
and below the picture. Some widescreen TVs offer a zoom feature that may be  
able to remove the black bars (see the TV manual for information about  
zooming 4:3 video).  
There are  
black bars  
on all four  
sides of the  
picture  
This may occur on a 4:3 TV if the 4:3 OVERRIDE setting is OFF. To set 4:3 SD  
programming to fill the screen, depending on the capabilities of the TV, set  
4:3 OVERRIDE to 480i or 480p.  
This may occur on a 16:9 TV if the active video for an SD broadcast is in  
letterbox format. To confirm, wait for a commercial or look for a graphic, such  
as a network logo. If the commercial fills the screen from top to bottom, or the  
graphic appears below the active video, the program is being letterboxed by  
the broadcaster. You can minimize this by activating the zoom feature on the  
TV.  
A broadcaster may include black bars on either side of a widescreen broadcast.  
This is called a “hybrid” aspect ratio and results in a black border surrounding  
the video on a 4:3 TV. Because this is part of the broadcast, the DCX3200  
cannot correct the video. You may be able to minimize the border using the  
zoom feature on the TV.  
Colors do  
not appear  
correctly  
Be sure to match up each signal to the same YPbPr connection on the TV.  
Otherwise, colors will not appear correctly on the TV.  
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