AT&T IPH8005 - Manuals

7 Front panel The following illustration shows the buttons, lights, and connectors on the front of the receiver. Power button Turns the set-top box on or off. Power light Lights green when the set-top box is powered on. Blinks when receiving input from the remote control or when the front-panel butt...

8 Back panel The following illustration shows the ports and connectors on the back of the receiver. TO WALL (VIDEO IN) Connects the HPNAv3 in-home network over coaxial cable, if applicable. NETWORK Connects the Ethernet network cable, if applicable. Y Pb Pr Connects the receiver to a high-definition...

9 Connecting the Receiver To view programs broadcast in high definition, your receiver must be connected to a suitable high-definition TV or computer monitor. Your receiver is also compatible with standard-definition TVs. Your receiver should have been connected to your TV by your installer. However...

10 Connect the receiver to the home network If you connect to your IPTV signal from your HPNAv3 in-home network over coaxial cable, use the TO WALL (VIDEO IN) connector on the back panel of the receiver to connect to the HPNAv3 in-home network through a coaxial cable. If you connect to your home net...

11 Connect the receiver to the TV The connections for an HD or SD TV are different, and before you begin, you must determine if your TV is HD or SD. Your TV must receive HD signals for you to enjoy the benefits of HDTV. Refer to the manual that came with your TV for more information. Determining the...

12 Connections for SDTV To use the receiver with standard-definition TVs, you need to use one of the following connections to view SD content. For more information about making SDTV connections, check the owner’s manual for your TV and the appropriate connection diagrams in this manual. Note: The la...

13 Using an HDMI connection The HDMI connector provides the connection to an HDTV. HDMI carries signals for video and audio. To connect the receiver to the TV using an HDMI cable: 1. Insert one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI connector on the receiver. 2. Insert the other end of the HDMI cable i...

14 Using a DVI connection with digital audio The HDMI connector on the receiver can provide the connection to an HDTV with a DVI input. If your HDTV has a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector, you need an HDMI-to-DVI cable and a separate digital optical audio cable. To connect the receiver to th...

15 Using a DVI connection with analog audio The HDMI connector on the receiver can provide the connection to an HDTV with a DVI input. If your HDTV has a DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector, you need an HDMI-to-DVI cable and a separate analog audio cable. To connect the receiver to the TV using...

16 Using a component video connection with digital audio Component video uses the Y Pb Pr (green, blue, and red) connectors to provide component video signals to an HDTV or SDTV. You must connect the audio signal separately using a digital optical audio cable. To connect the receiver to the TV using...

17 Using a component video connection with analog audio Component video uses the Y Pb Pr (green, blue, and red) connectors to provide component video signals to an HDTV or SDTV. You must connect the audio signal separately using an analog audio cable. To connect the receiver to the TV using a compon...

18 Using a composite video connection Composite video provides the video connection to a SDTV. You must connect the audio signal separately. To connect the receiver to the TV using a composite video cable: 1. Insert the yellow video connector on the color-coded composite video cable into the VIDEO O...

19 Using an RF coaxial connection The RF coaxial connector provides the connection to an SDTV. The RF coaxial cable carries signals for standard video and audio. To connect the receiver to the TV using an RF coaxial cable: 1. Insert one end of the RF coaxial cable into the TO TV connector on the rec...

20 Connecting the receiver to a home theater system If your television viewing configuration includes a home theater system, you can connect the receiver directly to the home theater system receiver. The following example uses the HDMI port to provide the video and audio signals from the receiver to...

21 Plug in the receiver Use the power adapter included in the container to provide AC power to the receiver. To avoid possible damage to the apparatus or to a connected TV or component, all AC power cords must be plugged into properly wired outlets. As with all electrical products, connection to fau...

22 Troubleshooting and Support This section contains troubleshooting tips and answers to common issues and questions. Troubleshooting Use the information in this section to identify and resolve issues with the receiver. If you need further assistance, contact AT&T U-verse. No Picture • Verify th...

23 • Verify that the receiver is set to the proper screen type and resolution. No Color or Incorrect Color • Verify that the current TV program is broadcast in color. • Adjust the TV color controls. • If you are using a component video connection, check that all connectors are completely and properl...

24 Frequently asked questions What is digital television? Digital television (DTV) is a significant leap forward in television technology compared to analog television that has been widely available since the 1940s. DTV is delivered and displayed using digital encoding, similar to the way a computer...

25 Picture formats What is the difference between a standard-screen and a wide-screen HDTV? The type of screen your HDTV has (wide-screen or standard-screen) determines how the receiver displays programs on the screen. The picture format for an HDTV is a combination of aspect ratio and screen resolu...

26 Safety Information This digital receiver has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in potential electric shock, property damage, or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your receiver, please observe the precaut...

27 Important safety instructions Before you install or use the apparatus, you must read and understand these Important Safety Instructions. At all times when installing or using the apparatus you must follow these Important Safety Instructions to reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, property d...

28 Overloading Do not overload wall AC outlets, extension cords, or other power outlets as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Lightning For added protection for your receiver during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, disconnect you...

29 Entry of objects and liquids Never push objects of any kind into your receiver through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on your receiver. Placement and mounting Do not place your rece...

30 Note to the installer The servicing instructions in this notice are for use by qualified service personnel only. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions, unless you are qualified to do so. To reduce the risk of ele...

31 Compliance Information This section contains regulatory and compliance information about the set-top box. Regulatory information CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify your set-top box without written authorization from the manufacturer. Unauthorized modification could void your authority to operate y...

32 CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate this equipment. Safety This product is intended to be supplied with an approved listed Pace Direct Plug-In AC/DC power adapter marked Class 2 or LPS and rated 12 V...

33 • N’utilisez jamais l’adaptateur secteur si le cordon d’alimentation est endommagé. • N'essayez pas de réparer vous-même cet adaptateur. Il n'y a aucune pièce réparable à l'intérieur. Remplacez l’adaptateur s’il est endommagé ou a été soumis à une humidité excessive. Emplacement – Considération é...