| Set up basic DVR in only 14 minutes |
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1. Connect the RF (coaxial) cable from the wall to the CABLE IN port on the cable box.
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2. Connect the video cable from the cable box to the TV. Select either:
- Standard TV - Connect the video cable (yellow plug) from the cable box VIDEO OUT port to the TV VIDEO IN port.
- HDTV - Connect the Y, Pb, Pr cable (green, blue, and red plugs) from the Y, PB, Pr ports on the cable box to the Y, Pb, PR ports on the HDTV set.
- HDTV with HDMI - Optionally, instead of using the Y, Pb, PR cables for HDTV, use the single HDMI connector. It carries both video and audio. Connect the HDMI cable from the HDMI port on the cable box to the HDMI port on the HDTV set.
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3. Connect the audio cable from the cable box to the TV. Note: The HDMI connection does not require this audio connection.
- Connect the audio cable (red and white plugs) from the AUDIO L and R OUT ports on the cable box to the AUDIO L and R IN ports on the TV. Generally, connect the red plug to the R port and the white plug to the L port.
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4. Plug in the power cords of the cable box and TV to the wall outlet.
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Optional
- Install other devices, such as a DVD player or audio amplifier according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Most cable boxes permit optional audio and video connections, such as
digital audio coax,
digital audio optical, and
S-Video.
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 S-Video  Digital audio  Digital audio optical
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5. Install the batteries in the remote control.
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6. Program the remote control.
- Turn on the TV and DVR from their front panels. Can you tune the TV to channel 3 or 4? Can you change channels with the remote? If yes, skip to step 7 below. If no, then proceed with step 2 below.
- Locate the Manufacturer's Code for your type of TV and brand name. Use the first four-digit code listed for your TV. Write down this 4-digit code and have it ready.
- On the remote control, press the mode key labeled TV; it will blink once.
- Press and hold the SETUP button on the remote control until the TV mode key blinks twice, then release SETUP.
- Enter the 4-digit code into the remote control. If performed correctly, the TV mode key will blink twice.
- Tune your TV set to channel 3 or 4.
NOTE: If the TV key emits a long blink, the entry is invalid. Repeat steps 2 and 3 and try entering the same code again. Aim the remote control at the TV and press PWR once. The TV should turn off. If it does not, repeat steps 2 and 3, trying each code for your brand until you find one that works. If it still does not respond, try searching for the code (see Searching For Your Code).
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7. Open the program guide or record a program.
- Press the GUIDE button on the remote control to view the channel listing.
- To Record a program you are watching:
- Press the REC button on the remote control.
- Use the arrows keys to highlight the One episode option.
- Press the A button and the DVR will start recording.
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14 minutes
You're done! |
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