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Safe Operation | Installing Cable Box | Cable Box Keys | Turning Cable Box On/Off | Selecting Channels | Display Time/Channel on Cable Box | Parental Control Feature | VCR Timer Feature | Check Programming | Cancel Programming | Maintaining Trouble-Free Performance
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Cable Box User's Guide
(UI Campus Video System Version)
University of Iowa residence halls and family housing are served by the University of Iowa Campus Video System (CVS), a coaxial cable television distribution system. The system uses addressable cable boxes controlled by a centrally located system manager. The system manager authorizes the reception of entertainment channels for which there is a charge to residents.
Requests for CVS pay entertainment services must be made in person at 23 Lindquist Center or other locations designated by CVS during University registration periods. Cable boxes are distributed to residents upon payment of required fees.
For additional information, please call 335-5898 or send email to: cabletv@uiowa.edu.
IMPORTANT
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONS FOR THE CVS CABLE BOX
For your safety, please read all safety and operating instructions before installing and operating your cable box. These safety instructions and the operations should be followed and retained for future reference. Please head all warnings and cautions in the instructions and on the cable box.
1. This cable box should be operated only from a 120V outlet. Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.
2. The cable box is equipped with a polarized plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plus will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
3. Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by times placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the cable box.
4. The cable box should be located on a stable-mounting surface capable of supporting its size and weight. To avoid personal injury or serious damage to the cable box, place it where the cord will not be tripped over and the cable box is not likely to be bumped.
5. Slots and opening on the cable box are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the cable box. To prevent over heating, these opening must not be blocked or covered. The opening should never be blocked by placing the cable box on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The cable box should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided.
6. Never push objects of any kind into the cable box through opening which may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the cable box.
7. Do not use the cable box near water or expose the cable box to rain.
8. Before cleaning, unplug the cable box from the wall outlet. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
9. For added protection of the cable box against lightning damage during a storm, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cable system input wire. Also, do this if the cable box will be left unattended or unused for a long period of time. This will prevent possible damage to the cable box from lightning and power-line surges.
10. Do not attempt to service this cable box yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
11. For damage requiring service - Unplug the cable box from the wall outlet and call CVS under the following conditions:
* When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. * If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the cable box. * If the cable box has been exposed to rain or water. * If the cable box has been dropped or the enclosure has been damaged. * If the cable box does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance, this may indicate a need for service. First, however, unplug the unit from the wall outlet. Wait 30 seconds and plug the cable box back into the outlet. Check the unit's performance. If the unit still exhibits poor performance, call CVS at 335-5898 or fill out our TROUBLE REPORT FORM.
INSTALLING THE CABLE BOX
1. Connect cable from outlet in room to INPUT connection on back of cable box.
2. Using cable provided by CVS, connect output connection on cable box to the 75-OHM CATV connection on TV set or VCR input connection. If your TV set does not have a 75 OHM CATV connection you will have to use a matching transformer to make a connection to the 300-OHM VHF antenna lugs on your set.
3. To turn your TV set on whenever the cable box is turned on, plug your TV set into the AC receptacle and leave TV off-on switch in the on position. Note... Many newer TVs will revert their tuning to channel 2 when power is interrupted. In those situations it is best to plug the TV directly into a normal AC outlet. Then use normal means to turn the TV on and off. The cable box may be left on without causing damage.
4. Plug cable box
power cord into 120v outlet. The cable box is equipped
with a polarized plug and will fit into the power
outlet only one way.
VCR
Connection
CABLE BOX KEYS
KEY USAGE
Turns the
cable box off.
Allows you to select different VCR and clock functions.
Tunes to next higher channel or VCR timer function.
Tunes to next lower channel.
Programs different functions.
Permits you to use the parental control feature.
Keys 1-5 on the cable box are for parental control feature only.
TURNING YOUR CABLE BOX ON AND OFF
If your TV is plugged into the AC outlet at the back of the cable box whenever the cable box is turned ON and you leave the TV ON-OFF switch in the ON position the television will come on. If you set the VCR timer, the cable box and your TV will come on at the time your designated. You should be aware of this so you do not become alarmed when the TV comes on automatically.
To turn your cable box on and off follow the steps listed below. When you turn on your cable box, you are tuned to the last channel that you were watching.
1. Check your TV first to make sure it is turned ON, and that its channel selector is turned to channel 3.
2. To turn on your cable box press + or -.
3. To turn off your cable box press OFF.
SELECTING CHANNELS
To select channel use the + or - keys on the cable box.
1. When you press the + key, the cable box will automatically turn to the next higher channel in your cable television subscription package.
2. By pressing the - key, the cable box will tune to the next lower channel in your subscription package.
3. By holding down either the + or - key, the channels will change continuously.
DISPLAYING TIME OR CHANNEL NUMBER ON YOUR CABLE BOX
You can choose to display with the time or channel number on your cable box. If you choose, the time will be displayed when the cable box is on or off. If you display the channel number, the channel number is displayed while you are watch a channel, and the time in not displayed.
Follow the steps below to display time on your cable box.
1. If the cable box is on, press OFF.
2. Press SEL until the time is displayed.
3. When you enter the channel number you want to watch, the channel number will be displayed for four seconds and then the time will be displayed again.
If you do not want to have the time displayed on your cable box:
1. If the cable box is on, press OFF.
2. Press SEL until no time is displayed.
3. When you enter the channel number you want to watch, the channel number will be displayed until you change channels or turn the cable box off.
USING THE PARENTAL CONTROL FEATURE
The Parental Control feature allows you to restrict viewing of channels in your subscription package. Channels, which are subject to parental control, may be viewed by entering a five-digit access code. Controlled channels can be identified by the channel number flashing dim then bright.
1. To view channels subject to parental control, first press AU.
2. Enter the five-digit parental authorization access code. It will not be shown on the display. After entering this code number, all channels subject to parental control can then be tuned.
3. To remove parental control authorization, either turn the cable box off or press AU again and enter any incorrect five-digit access control.
4. If a controlled channel is requested without entering your access code first, a special channel will appear. No picture or sound from the controlled channel will enter your home.
To change channels subject to Parental Control:
1. If you wish to change the channels subject to parental control, press PRG.
2. Then press AU.
3. Enter your five-digit access code; it will not be shown on the display. If the code is correct, you will see the letters PC on the display. Alternating with the last channel number tuned.
4. Press the + or - key to the channel you wish to change. If the selected channel is already subject o parental control, the channel number will flash dim and bright. If it is not subject to parental control, it will glow steadily. To change the parental control for this channel, press the AU key.
5. Repeat step 4 for other channels as needed.
6. Press PRG or OFF to complete the change process.
USING THE VCR TIMER FEATURE
The VCR Time feature permits you to turn on and change channels on the cable box with being present. If your TV is plugged into the AC outlet at the back of the cable box, your TV also turns on. You can indicate the time, date, and length of show and channel that you want to watch or tape. Use SEL on the cable box when using this feature.
You can program the cable box to handle 4 events over a 14-day period. You can also program it to operate the same time every day, every week, or every day except weekends.
Remember to program your VCR to the date and time as the cable box. The cable box does not turn your VCR on and off.
1. Turn on the cable box.
2. Press SEL. E1 for Event 1 appears on the display. To change event number, press +, or - until the desired event number appears on the display.
Example: To select Event 2, press +, until E2 is displayed.
3. Press SEL. The current day appears on the display or the day you have already programmed for the event to start. To change start dates, press + or - until the desire day appears on the display.
Example: If you wan to record a show on Monday, press + or - until Mon is displayed. If the day of the week is in the following week, press the + key until START 2nd and the desired day of the week is displayed. If the event is daily (seven days a week), press + or - key until ALL for seven days is displayed. If the event is five days a week, press + or - until M-F for Monday through Friday is displayed.
4. Press SEL. The current hour (AM or PM) appears on the display unless you have already programmed an hour for the event. Press + or - until the hour that the event begins is displayed.
Example: If you want to record a show beginning at 9:30, press + or - until 9 is displayed.
5. Press SEL. The current minutes of the hour appear on the display unless you have already programmed minutes for the event. Press + or - until the minutes that the event will begin are displayed.
Example: If you want to record a show beginning at 9:30 AM, press + or - until 30 is displayed.
6. Press SEL. Zero appears on the display for the length of the event unless you have already programmed the length of the event. Press + or - until the number of hours that the event will last is display.
Example: If the event is 2 1/2 long, press + or - until 2 is displayed.
NOTE: The longest event time possible is 7 hours and 59 minutes.
7. Press SEL. Zero appears on the display for the number of minutes of the event unless you have already programmed the number of minutes of the event. Press + or - until the number of minutes that the event will last is displayed
Example: If the event is 2 1/2 hours long, press + or - until 30 is displayed.
8. Press SEL. The number one (1) appears on the display for the channel number unless you have already programmed the channel of the vent. Press + or - until the desired channel is displayed.
Example: If the event is on channel 2, press + or - until 2 is displayed.
9. Press SEL. If you do not have the parental control feature, the previous channel number appears on the display and your TV is turned to this channel. If you do have the parental control feature, EA appears on the display. If the channel is not under parental control, press SEL again.
NOTE: If you are not sure if the channel is under parental control, assume that it is. If the channel is under parental control, enter your five-digit access code. (Refer to the Using Parental Authorization Feature section.) The previous channel number then appears on the display and your TV is tuned to this channel.
Example: If the channel is under parental guidance and your code is 41235, enter 41235.
10. Now the event will begin and end at the time and date you designated. Your can tape this event using your VCR. Remember you must also program your VCR.
CHECKING YOUR PROGRAMMING
After you program an event, you may want to check to be sure that your programmed it correctly. To check programming you must press SEL through the entire programming sequence. If changes are made to any of the values you programmed, you must also reenter the parental control code.
CANCELING THE PROGRAMMED EVENTS
To cancel a programmed event:
1. Select the event you want to cancel by pressing SEL, then + or - until the event number is displayed.
2. Press SEL until you read the LENGTH function.
3. Press + or - key until the length is 0:00. Press SEL through the remainder of the functions.
4. The event is now canceled.
MAINTAINING TROUBLE-FREE PERFORMANCE
The following recommendations should help the CVS cable box provide you with trouble-free performance.
1. Plug your TV into the AC outlet on the back of the cable box and be sure the TV is turned on. Now when you turn on your cable box, your TV also comes on.
2. Check to see that your cable box is plugged into an AC power receptacle that cannot be turned off by a wall switch.
3. Make sure your TV is tuned to channel 3.
4. The cable connections to your TV and cable box should be finger tight only; never use a wrench or other tool to tighten connectors.
5. Do not place food, beverages or candles on top of your cable box.
6. If you have any problems with your cable box, please check out our Problems and Troubleshooting section before calling CVS for service.
For CVS service, call 335-5898 or fill out our Trouble Report Form.
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