Page 2 - Do not; use liquid or aerosol; WARNING; CAUTION; AVIS; Continued on next page
2 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFEOPERATION 1. Carefully read all safety andoperating instructions beforeoperating this product, andretain them for futurereference. 2. Follow all warnings andcautions in the operatinginstructions, as well as thosethat are affixed to thisproduct. 3. Follow all operatinginstru...
Page 3 - d. If this product does not
3 IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFEOPERATION , Continued 8. For damage that requiresservice, unplug this productfrom the IR port. Refer service toqualified personnel under thefollowing conditions: a. When there is damageto the cord or plug b. If liquid enters, or an object falls on thisproduct c. If you expo...
Page 4 - Introducing the VCR Commander Service; Notes; VCR; Module User’s Guide
4 Introducing the VCR Commander Service The VCR Commander TM service allows you to easily record programs whether your television is on or off. You simply selectprograms to record from the Explorer ® Digital Home Communications Terminal (DHCT) Interactive Program Guide(IPG) or use the VCR Timer feat...
Page 5 - In This Guide
5 Installing the IR Blaster ........................................................................ 6 Attaching the IR Blaster Cable ........................................................ 6Attaching the IR Blaster to Your VCR ............................................ 7 Setting Up VCR Commander...
Page 6 - Installing the IR Blaster; Attaching the IR Blaster Cable Connector; Cable
6 Continued on next page Installing the IR Blaster This section explains how to• Attach the IR Blaster cable to the Explorer DHCT• Attach the IR Blaster to your VCR Attaching the IR Blaster Cable Connector WARNING: Avoid electric shock. Disconnect the DHCT from theAC power outlet before attaching th...
Page 7 - Attaching the IR Blaster to Your VCR
7 Installing the IR Blaster , Continued Attaching the IR Blaster to Your VCR 1. Refer to your VCR user ’s guide to locate the IR sensor window.(The IR sensor is where the VCRreceives the remote control signal.) 2. Remove the covering on the adhesive strip from the looptape, which is attached to theh...
Page 8 - Setting Up VCR Commander Service; EXIT; SETTINGS; Setup; SELECT
8 Setting Up VCR Commander Service Use your Explorer Remote Control to set up the VCR Commanderservice.After you connect the IR Blaster, you must program the code foryour brand of VCR into the memory of the VCR Commander.Before you begin• Be sure the VCR is off • Be sure the TV is on and tuned to yo...
Page 9 - Your VCR is connected to your
9 5. Scroll to VCR Input ; then, press . Setting Up VCR Commander Service , Continued Continued on next page General Settings Highlight a SETUP, press SELECT to advance to next setting. VCR Code VCR Input VCR Code Channel 3/4 Set: VCR ComnderSetup SETUP PREFERENCE Cancel Changes Accept SELECT 6. You...
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11 11. Wait for the test process to complete and the power to yourVCR to turn on. 12. Did the power to your VCR turn on? • If yes , press . • If no , choose one of the following:– There are additional code choices for your brand ofVCR; press and repeatsteps 8 through 10 usingthe next code in your li...
Page 13 - Wait for the test process to; Press slowly and
13 Setting Up VCR Commander Service , Continued General Settings Highlight a SETUP, press SELECT to advance to next setting. VCR Input VCR Code VCR Input 000 Set: VCR ComnderSetup SETUP PREFERENCE Cancel Changes Accept VCR Commander Instructions Please wait during the test process. General Settings ...
Page 14 - Scheduling VCR Recording; Start
14 Scheduling VCR Recording One-Touch Recording You can instantly record the current program using your remotecontrol. SETTINGS SELECT SELECT Be sure there is a tape in your VCR, and then turn your VCR off. Recording Alert START Recording Cancel Recording Be sure there is a tape in your VCR, set you...
Page 15 - Using the IPG; Set a
15 Scheduling VCR Recording , Continued Using the IPG You can program your VCR to record future TV programs,directly from the IPG, using your remote control. You can selectup to eight programs to record. Welcome to... Thu 2:00 - 6:00pm Welcome to Scientific-Atlanta 101 Thu 9/23 4:52pm Date S-A 01 TV...
Page 16 - Press to return to the TV; Note; : When you set a timer; Using the VCR; for information about
16 Scheduling VCR Recording , Continued 5. Press to return to the TV program. 6. Put a blank tape in your VCR.7. Turn off the power to the VCR. Note : When you set a timer from the IPG, you are setting aone-time only timer for thatprogram. See Using the VCR Timer for information about setting 7-day,...
Page 17 - Using the VCR Timer; Do not overlap program times when setting up the; Turn on the power to your
17 Using the VCR Timer The VCR timer sets your VCR Commander service to recordprograms at specific days and times. Use your remote control toset the channel, day, start time, and stop time of the program orprograms you want to record. You can select/choose up to eighttimers including the timers set ...
Page 18 - Press to accept the timer
18 General Settings Highlight a START TIME, press SELECT to go to next setting. 225 SHOE Tomorrow Never Dies 6:00pm-8:00pm Sun 2/13 7 8 9 6 : 0 0 pm 1 2 Timer: VCR 1 CHAN PREFERENCE DAY START STOP Cancel Changes Accept 8 : 0 0 pm VCR Timer Alert Before this program starts:• Put a tape in your VCR.• ...
Page 19 - Clearing a VCR Timer
19 Scheduling VCR Recording , Continued Clearing a VCR Timer You can delete a scheduled VCR Timer program from the VCRTimer. General Settings Highlight a Preference, press SELECT to change its setting(s). Timer: Turn Off Timer: VCR New Timer: Wake-Up Viewer: Favorites Viewer: Power On Audio: Digital...
Page 20 - Manufacturer’s VCR Codes; Setting
20 Action 331 Admiral 062, 562 Advantz 370 Adventura 014 Aiko 292, 792 Aiwa 014, 051, 420, 450, 482, 551, 651, 751, 851 Akai 067, 055, 063, 075, 120, 170, 256, 555, 655, 755 American High 049 Asha 254, 754, 854 Audiovox 051, 551, 651, 751, 851 Beaumark 254, 754, 854 Bell & Howell 118, 618, 718 B...
Page 21 - VCR Brand Name Code
21 Electrophonic 051, 551, 651, 751, 851 Emerex 046, 546 Emerson 014, 016, 050, 051, 057, 075, 082, 102, 135, 198,222, 223, 225, 226, 292, 308, 309, 375, 493, 516,524, 551, 557, 635, 651, 657, 698, 723, 751, 792,824, 851, 893 Fisher 061, 068, 080, 118, 561, 618, 718 Fuji 047, 049, 547 Funai 014 GE 0...
Page 25 - Troubleshooting
25 Troubleshooting Check the following list for possible problems. If a problemoccurs, you may be able to easily resolve it before calling yourcable service provider. The VCRCommander Menuoption does notappear on the screen. Message Possible Check and or Problem Cause Correct VCR Commanderservice di...
Page 26 - FCC Compliance
26 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with theapplicable limits of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if n...
