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Explorer 8300 and 8300HD DVR
®

™

Digital Video Recorder/DVR with HDTV
User’s Gude

Record your favorite programs when you’re busy
Record one program and watch another
Record two live programs while watching a third program you recorded earlier
Record and store up to 50 hours of standard-deﬁnition programs on the 8300
DVR, or up to 20 hours of high-deﬁnition programs on the 8300HD DVR
Pause live TV for up to 1 hour without missing a minute
Use instant replay any time you want
Watch two programs at the same time with the Picture-in-Picture feature on
any TV you have

Welcome!
With the Explorer® 8300™
Digital Video Recorder (DVR),
you can easily record your
favorite programs and then
play them back anytime. The
DVR and Picture-In-Picture
(PIP) features give you complete control, convenience,
and choice when watching TV.
Use your DVR to control the
following features...

Recorded List
"Design On A Dime"
Save: Until erased

Title

Date

Time

Length

World Soccer

Wed 11/10

4:10am

30min

Extreme Homes

Wed 11/10

8:10pm

50min

Design On A Dime

Mon 11/15

12:00pm

30min

Home Matters

Sun 11/14

12:30pm

30min

Thirteen Days

Mon

8:00pm

1hr 30min

Options/Play

11/8

Scheduled Recordings

Preferences

Control live TV
The telephone is ringing and you do not want to miss any scenes of your
favorite live TV program. DVR lets you PAUSE the live program, or REWIND
and PLAY a portion of it again, or FAST-FORWARD it to catch up to live TV.
Sports fans can enjoy complete control by using INSTANT REPLAY, SLOW
MOTION, and FRAME ADVANCE AND REWIND to watch their favorite play
again.

Record TV programs without a VCR
RECORD and save your favorite TV programs to the DVR to watch later.
When two of your favorite TV programs are scheduled at the same time,
RECORD one program to the built-in recorder while watching the other!
Never miss your favorite programs that are scheduled at the same time.
Simply RECORD both programs at the same time. While recording both
programs, you can play back a third program you have already recorded.
RECORD a single episode or all episodes of your favorite TV programs.
RECORD one of your favorite TV programs and at the same time, access any
advanced application, such as video-on-demand (VOD).
Not sure if you have room to RECORD new programs? You can check your
available recording space any time.

Watch two TV programs at the same time
PIP is built into the Explorer 8300 DVR, so you can watch two live programs
at the same time on any make or model TV that is connected to your DVR.
When something exciting occurs in the PIP program, you can easily swap the
PIP into the Main screen. Once that program is in the Main screen, you can
pause, rewind, or record it.
When the PIP screen position is covering a “must see” moment on the Main
screen, simply MOVE the PIP screen to a different corner of your TV screen.

Let’s Get Started!
3

Using Your Remote Control

*Remote Controls May Vary.

Preparing the Explorer 8300HD DVR to Work
With Your High-Deﬁnition TV
First make sure that your DVR is properly connected to your HDTV television
and other electronic devices. Use the component (PrPbY) or HDMI™ ports to
connect the DVR to your HDTV.
For more information, refer to the connectivity guide for your DVR model:
• Connecting the Explorer® 8300™ Digital Video Recorder - page 19
• Connecting the Explorer® 8300HD™ Digital Video Recorder - page 23
Note: The composite ports (red, yellow, white) and the component ports
(PrPbY) on the back of the 8300HD are both active simultaneously.

Selecting HDTV Picture Formats With the HDTV Setup Wizard
The following section provides instructions for using the HDTV Setup Wizard to
select HDTV picture formats using the Easy and Advanced Setup modes.

Start the HDTV Setup Wizard
To start the HDTV Setup Wizard, follow these steps.
1. Make sure that the DVR is powered OFF, but still plugged into an active
power outlet, and connected to the HDTV using the proper connectors
(HDMI or Component for an HDTV; Composite, RF, or S-Video for a SDTV).
2. Turn the TV ON.
3. With the DVR powered OFF, press Guide
and Info at the same time. The HDTV Setup
Wizard screen appears.
4. Press

Press the Guide and Info
keys at the same time

to start the set up.

5. Choose one of the following options:
• To choose the Easy Setup option
press A ; then, go to the Easy
Setup Instructions on page 5.
Note: Choosing the Easy Setup
mode limits your HDTV picture
formats to 480i and 1080i, depending
on the TV type you select.
• To choose the Advanced Setup
option press B ; then, go to the
Advanced Setup Instructions on
page 5.
Note: Choosing the Advanced Setup
mode allows you to save all the
HDTV picture formats, so that you
can toggle between them easily while
watching TV.
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Setup Options

Press

for Easy Setup: Used by most TV viewers

Press

for Advanced Setup: Used by advanced TV viewers

Complete setup

Easy Setup Instructions
1. Press A or B to select the type of TV
screen you have. The setup is complete.
2. Press Power to begin watching TV.
Notes:

Standard or Widescreen

Press

if your TV has a standard screen (4:3)

Press

if your TV has a widescreen (16:9)

• If you pressed A for the standard
screen (4:3) TV setting, the TV is set to
receive programming in 480i format on
non-HD channels and 1080i format on
HD channels.

Restart setup

Complete setup

• If you pressed B for the widescreen (16:9) TV setting, the TV is set to only
receive programming in 1080i format (even on non-HD channels).
Tip: After you complete the setup, you can use
picture.

to stretch or zoom the

Standard or Widescreen

Advanced Setup Instructions

Press

if your TV has a standard screen (4:3)

Press

if your TV has a widescreen (16:9)

1. Press A or B to select the type of TV
screen you have.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to select
your picture formats.

Restart setup

Complete setup

3. Press SELECT to toggle between the Save and Remove options, or press
B to see how the next format looks on your TV screen.
Note: If you see a black screen do not press SELECT. Press
to view the next screen format.

again

4. After saving the picture formats, press EXIT. The setup is complete.
5. Press POWER to begin watching TV.
Tip: After you complete the setup, you can use
picture.

to stretch or zoom the

Select Picture Mode for Normal Viewing
After you use the HDTV Setup Wizard to select all the HDTV picture formats
you want to use, you need to choose a General Settings picture mode for
normal viewing. If you do not have your HDTV connected to the HDMI
connector on the back of the 8300HD DVR, then Pass-Through mode is
recommended for normal viewing. Pass-Through mode allows non-HD
channels to be displayed using their native picture formats, which can
improve picture quality on non-HD channels.
To select Pass-Through mode for normal
viewing, follow these steps.
1. Press Settings
twice. The General
Settings menu appears.
2. Press Move Up
or Move Down
highlight Set: Picture Format.

3. Press Move Right
format setting.

to highlight the picture

4. Press Move Up

to select Pass-Through.

5. Press Accept A to use this option for the 8300HD. The DVR front panel
displays AUTO, plus the scan rate you are viewing (for example, 1080i).
6. Press Exit

to return to normal viewing.

Note: When the HDMI connector is connected to the HDTV, the General
Settings - Set: Picture Format screen displays the AutoDVI/HDMI option
instead of the Pass-Through option.
Important: Do not connect the HDMI (DVI) output to a HDTV that does not
support High-Deﬁnition Copy Protection (HDCP). If you connect the HDMI
(DVI) output cable to a HDTV that does not support HDCP, you will not be able
to see any video output. A message will be displayed instructing you to
disconnect the HDMI connection and watch video output through the PrPbY
component connectors.

Important Note Regarding the HDMI Interface
The High-Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is an all-digital audio and
video interface. HDMI provides a digital interface between any audio and
video source. HDMI supports standard, enhanced, or high-deﬁnition video,
plus digital audio.
Some HDTVs do not contain circuitry to decode Dolby® Digital formatted
content. If you connect your DVR to an HDTV that cannot support Dolby
Digital audio, the HDMI interface instructs the DVR to switch its audio outputs
to 2-channel PCM audio (to be compatible with the HDTV). In this case, all
digital audio outputs on the DVR are formatted as 2-channel PCM. As a result,
you will not be able to receive Dolby Digital or DTS audio on your home theater
system when connected to either the optical or coax (RCA Connector) S/PDIF
ports. You can avoid this by overriding the automatic conﬁguration through the
General Settings menu and switching the audio output to Dolby Digital.
Important: If your HDTV cannot decode Dolby Digital formatted content
and you have conﬁgured the DVR to output in the Dolby Digital format, you
will not be able to listen to audio through the TV. Instead, you must use your
home theater or your Dolby Digital decoding device in order to hear audio.
Alternatively, you can reconﬁgure the DVR to output 2-channel PCM any
time you want to use the TV to produce the audio portion of the content by
selecting HDMI in the General Settings - Audio Output screen. Depending
upon your equipment capabilities to select alternate audio sources for input,
other conﬁgurations may be possible. Refer to your equipment user’s guides
for more information.

Controlling Live TV
Control a Live Program You Are Watching
Use the following remote control keys to control
the live program in the Main screen:
The Pause, Rewind, Fast-Forward, Play,
Instant Replay, and Live keys on the remote
control are used to control the live program in
the Main screen.
For example, when you are watching your
favorite live TV program and the telephone
rings, press Pause to pause the program for up
to 1 hour. From Pause mode, press Pause or
Play to resume the normal play mode.

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While in normal play mode, press Rewind or Fast-Forward to cycle through
three different speeds of rewind or fast-forward.
To reverse or advance one frame at a time, press Pause and then repeatedly
press Rewind or Fast-Forward. For example, to advance three frames, press
Pause and then press Fast-Forward three times.
To see the action in slow motion, press Play from normal play mode. Press
Play again to resume normal play mode.
To replay the last 8 seconds of a live or recorded program, press Instant
Replay.
If you have rewound or paused a live program, press Live at anytime to catch
up to the live TV program.
Note: You can use these same dedicated DVR keys to control the reduced
screen (also known as the quarter screen) in the Program Guide and in all
DVR screens.

Pause a Live Program
The paused status bar appears when you press Pause.
Green Area of Bar
Indicates Stored or
Recorded Programming

Triangle Indicates Your
Current Position in Program

Red Area of Bar Indicates
Missed Programming
"Paused" Status Bar
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Live Point of Programming
Pause

Design On A Dime

12:00 - 12:30pm

Clear Area of Bar Indicates
Programming Not Aired Yet

Note: All of the features for controlling live TV (such as Pause, Fast-Forward,
Rewind) are also available when playing back recorded programs.
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Using the Program Guide
Find a Program to Watch
1. Press Guide
. The Program
Guide appears and lists the next 7
days of programs.
) to
2. Press the directional keys (
move through the program listings
and highlight the program you want
to watch.

HDLN
36

Headline News
4:00-5:00pm

Up-to-the-minute coverage of the
latest events.
CHANNEL

4:00pm

Wed 6/18

4:30pm

DSC
34 Great Chefs Great Chefs
CNN
35 Inside Politics Early Prime
HDLN
36 ' Headline News
ESPN
37 Bikes, Blades & Boards
Yu-Gi-Oh!
TOON
38 Yu-Gi-Oh!
Browse By
Date WED 6/18

4:02pm

5:00pm

5:3

Travelers
Hollywo
Headline News
NFL's Greatest
Pokemon
Pokemo

3. Press Select
. If the program is
currently on, the Program Guide closes and the program you selected
appears in full-screen TV. If the program is on in the future, a future
program option screen appears.

Search for a Program by Channel, Title, or Theme
1. Press Guide
. The Program Guide appears and lists the next
7 days of programs.
2. Press Browse By A . The Browse By area of the Program Guide displays
the options Title, Channel, and Theme.
3. Press Move Up
options:

or Move Down

to highlight one of the following

• Channel, which lists programs numerically by channel number
• Title, which lists programs alphabetically by program title
• Theme, which lists programs by theme, such as adventure, comedy,
sports, or news
4. Press Select
. The Browse By area of the Program Guide displays the
programs according to the option you selected.

Search for a Program by Date
1. Press Guide
. The Program Guide appears and lists the next
7 days of programs.
2. Press Date B . The Browse By area of the Program Guide displays the
next 7 dates.
3. Press Move Up

or Move Down

to highlight a date.

4. Press Select
. The Program Guide displays the programs that will be
broadcast on that date.

Recording TV Programs
Record a TV Program You Are Watching
1. Press Record .
2. While in the Conﬁrm Recording
screen, choose your recording options
and press A . The Record Indicator is
lit on the front panel of the DVR.
3. To manually stop recording before the
scheduled time, press Stop
and
then follow the on-screen choices.

Confirm Recording
"Design On A Dime"
Tue: 11/13
Save: 14 days

START

STOP

RECORD

12:00pm

12:30pm

One episode
All episodes

Accept recording

SAVE TIME

14 days

Cancel changes

Record a TV Program From the
Program Guide
1. Press Guide
.
2. Press the arrow keys to highlight a
TV program, and then press Record .
3. In the Conﬁrm Recording screen,
choose your recording options and
press A . The recording program is
highlighted in red in the Program Guide.

WSB
02

Channel 2 Action News
Tue 5:00-6:00pm

(60 min)
CHANNEL

5:00pm

5:30pm

PBY_B 1915 World View News
DVR
1 Recorded Programs List
WSB
2 Channel 2 Action News
WATL
3 Ricki Lake
Frasier
WGNX
4 Frasier
Browse By
Date TUE 1/15

6:00pm

Channel 2 Action News
Steve Harvey Simpso
Judge Judy

Record Multiple Episodes of a TV Program
If you want to record all the episodes of a program you are watching, follow
these steps:
1. Press Record .
2. Choose One Episode or All Episodes.
Notice the information in the fourth
column changes, based on your
selection. Press A . If you selected All
Episodes from the third column, the All
Episode Recording Options screen
appears.
3. Choose one of the options on the
screen.
4. Press Select
to save your settings.
Note: The “New ﬁrst-run episodes on
this channel” option is subject to
availability in your area.

Confirm Recording
"Design On A Dime"
Tue: 11/13
Save: 14 days

START

STOP

RECORD

12:00pm

12:30pm

All episodes
One episode

Accept recording

SAVE TIME

14 days

Cancel changes

All Episode Recording Options
"Design On A Dime"
HGTV (Ch 238)
Thu: 11/13

Options
All episodes on this channel at any time
New first-run episodes on this channel
All episodes on this channel in this time slot

Choose highlighted item

6:3

Cancel changes

Watching Your Recordings
Access and Play Back Your
Recorded Programs Anytime
1. Press List
.
2. Use the arrow keys to choose the
program you want to play back.
3. Press Select
to display your
options.

Recorded List
"Design On A Dime"
Save: Until erased

Title

Date

Time

Length

World Soccer

Wed 11/10

4:10am

30min

Extreme Homes

Wed 11/10

8:10pm

50min

Design On A Dime

Mon 11/15

12:00pm

30min

Home Matters

Sun 11/14

12:30pm

30min

Thirteen Days

Mon

8:00pm

1hr 30min

Options/Play

11/8

Scheduled Recordings

Preferences

Access and Play Back Your Recorded Programs
From the Program Guide
1. Press Guide
.
2. Use the arrow keys to choose the
DVR channel and press Select
.
Note: The DVR channel is a dedicated
channel that allows you to play back
your recorded programs.
3. Use the arrow keys to choose the
program you want to play back.
4. Press Select
to play back the program.

DVR
01

Recorded Programs List
Tue 3:00-9:00pm

Programs you have recorded
for later viewing.
CHANNEL

5:00pm

5:30pm

PBY_A 1914 World Business News
PBY_B 1915 World View News
DVR
1 Recorded Programs List
WSB
2 Channel 2 Action News
WATL
3 Ricki Lake
Browse By
Date TUE 1/15

6:00pm

6:3

Channel 2 Action News
Steve Harvey Simpso

Managing Recording Space
How Much Recording Space Do I
Have?
1. Press List
.
2. Press B to display the Preferences
screen, which displays the percentage
of space used.

Automatically Erasing Oldest
Recordings If Space Is Needed
Turning Auto Erase on will automatically
erase your oldest recordings one by one
until there is enough space to record your
new programs.
Note: Any recordings that have a Save
Time of “Until I Erase” will not be
automatically erased.

Preferences
Recording Space Used:
19%
You currently have 10 recordings.

Options
Sort Recorded List by time recorded
Turn ON Auto Erase
Recording space used
Change Save Time for future recordings
Schedule a new Manual Recording
Scheduled Recordings

Recorded List

Preferences
Auto Erase is OFF.
Press
if you want your oldest
recordings automatically erased to
make space for new ones.

Options
Schedule a new Manual Recording
Sort Recorded List by time recorded
Turn ON Auto Erase

.
1. Press List
2. Press B to display the Preferences
screen.
3. Choose Turn ON Auto Erase.

Recording space used
Change Save Time for future recordings
Scheduled Recordings

Recorded List

Copy Recordings From Your DVR to a VCR Tape
The Copy to VCR feature lets you copy recordings from your DVR to a VCR tape.
Warning: Avoid electric shock. Unplug all electronic
devices before connecting or disconnecting any
device cables to the DVR.

CABLE
OUT
OUT 1

OUT 2

Verify that the OUT 2
outputs are connected to
your VCR inputs.
Note: This graphic shows
the 8300HD DVR back
panel layout. The 8300
DVR back panel is slightly
different.

L
Pb

A
U
D
I
O
OPTICAL

Y/V

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

S - VIDEO
OUT

RF IN
L

VIDEO
IN

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AUDIO
IN

VIDEO
OUT

AUDIO
OUT

RF OUT

VCR

The program that you are copying appears in the PIP window. Connecting to
your VCR using the OUT 2 outputs allows you to watch or record another
program or even change channels in the Main screen, without affecting the
copy in progress.
Notes:

•

You can turn the PIP feature off and on without affecting the copy in
progress. A “Copying to VCR” banner will be displayed for 3 seconds when
you turn the PIP feature on.

•

You can still record live TV directly to a VCR tape (instead of your DVR) by
connecting the DVR OUT 2 outputs directly to the VCR inputs and not using
the Copy a Recording to a VCR Tape instructions on page 13. Recording
live TV directly to your VCR causes the VCR to record all remote control
activities, including information banners and on-screen displays such as
when Guide
is pressed.

Copy a Recording to a VCR Tape
1. Connect the VCR to the OUT 2 connection on the back of the Explorer DVR.
See page 12 for more information.
2. Make sure that a tape is in your VCR and that the VCR is set to record.
3. Press List
. The Recorded List
screen appears.

Recorded List
"Design On A Dime"

4. Press Move Up
or Move Down
to highlight the recording you
want to copy to the VCR. Make sure to
select a program that is not currently
being recorded.
5. Press Select
. The Recorded
Program Options screen appears.
6. Press Move Up
to VCR.”

to highlight “Copy

7. Press Select
. The Copy to VCR
screen appears.

Save: Until Erased

Recorded Programs

Date

Time

Length

Friends

Wed� 11/10

8:30pm

30min

Thur� 11/11

9:00pm

1hr 0min

Design On A Dime

Mon� 11/15

12:00pm

30min

Divine Design

Tue� 11/16

9:00pm

30min

NYPD Blues

Wed� 11/17

10:00pm

1hr 0min

Options/Play

Scheduled Recordings

Preferences

Recorded Program Options
"Design On A Dime"
Recorded: Mon 11/15
12:00pm 30min
Save: Until Erased

Options
Erase
Change save time
Copy to VCR

8. Make sure your VCR is properly
connected to your DVR outputs,
and press Record on your VCR.
9. Press Start copy A . The recording
begins copying to VCR tape. The
Recorded List displays the VCR
symbol
for the recording that is
copying to VCR.
Note: You can watch the copying in
progress through the PIP.

Play "Design On A Dime"
Block "Design On A Dime"
Choose highlighted item

Recorded List

Copy to VCR
"Design On A Dime"
Recorded: Mon 11/15
12:00pm 30min
Save: Until Erased

Connect VCR inputs to cable box outputs "OUT 2 (VCR)."
Place a blank tape in your VCR.
Set your VCR input to record from the cable box.
Press RECORD on your VCR.

Start copy

Cancel copy

Using Picture-In-Picture
Activate PIP on Your TV
While watching a program, press PIP On/Off
to activate the PIP screen.
Notes:
• To pause or record the video in the PIP
screen, you must ﬁrst swap it to the
Main screen.
• You can only use the dedicated DVR keys
(Pause, Rewind, Fast-Forward) to control
the program shown in the Main screen.
• To change the channel in the PIP screen,
use PIP CH+ and PIP CH- .
Tip: While the PIP screen is activated, press INFO
banner for both the Main screen and the PIP screen.

PIP
Screen

Main
Screen

to display a channel

Activate PIP From the Program Guide
From the Program Guide, press Exit
or Guide
to close the Program Guide, and then press
PIP On/Off
to activate PIP. You can only
activate PIP from full-screen video.

Swap the Main and PIP Screens
To swap the TV program that is in the PIP screen
to the Main screen, press PIP Swap
.
Note: You will only hear the audio for
the program shown in the Main screen.

Move the PIP Screen
To move the PIP screen clockwise to a different
corner of the Main screen, press PIP Move
.
You can move the PIP screen to any of the four
corners of the Main screen.

PIP
Screen

Main
Screen

Use Power-Save Mode
To maximize the life of your DVR, you should power-down the DVR when it is
not in use. Simply press CBL and then Power on your remote control, or press
Power on the front panel of the DVR. The Power light turns off; but, because
the DVR is still plugged in, your scheduled recordings still occur.
Between 1:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. daily, your DVR
will automatically enter Power-Save mode unless
you press a key on the remote control or a key on
the DVR front panel at least once every 2 hours. In
Power-Save mode, the set-top is powered-down,
but all scheduled recordings still occur. When the
DVR enters Power-Save mode, your TV displays
a black screen. Note: Your cable service provider
controls whether or not the automatic Power-Save mode is activated on your
set-top.
Attention

Your DVR will automatically enter power-save mode in 5 minutes.
Press any remote key to continue watching TV.

At 1:10 a.m., the DVR displays the above 5-minute warning banner, indicating
that the DVR is about to enter power-save mode. When this banner appears,
do one of the following:
•

To allow the DVR to enter Power-Save mode, do nothing when the
warning banner appears. The DVR will automatically power-down. After
your DVR powers down, you must press CBL and then Power on your
remote control, or press Power on the front panel of your DVR to start
watching TV again.

•

To prevent the DVR from entering Power-Save mode, simply press any key
on your remote or any key on the front panel of the DVR when the warning
banner appears. The DVR will not attempt to enter power-save mode again
until another 2 hours of inactivity has passed.

Frequently Asked Questions
How far back can I rewind live TV? The length of time you can rewind live TV depends on how
long you have been tuned to a single channel. Each time you change channels, a new copy is
automatically stored to the built-in recorder. This copy saves up to the last 1 hour of programming.
For example, if you have been watching the same channel for 15 minutes, you can rewind that 15
minutes of the program.
Can I record the quarter screen in the Program Guide or the DVR Recorded List? Yes, you can
record the quarter screen on all DVR screens by pressing Record. You can also record the quarter
screen in the Program Guide. Press Exit to display the video in full screen, and then press Record.
Note: Pressing Record while in the Program Guide will record the highlighted program in the grid.
Can I record or pause the video in the PIP screen? Yes, but you must swap it to the Main screen
ﬁrst. After pressing Record and conﬁrming the recording, you can swap it back to the PIP screen and
it will continue recording. You can also press PIP On/Off, and the video will continue to record.
Can I use PIP while copying a program to my VCR? When copying a program to a VCR, the PIP
can be used only to monitor the progress of the copy status. You cannot use PIP to watch another
program while copying a program to a VCR.
If I’ve been tuned to a program since it started, do I have to rewind to the beginning to record
the entire program? No, if you have been tuned to the program since its beginning, just press
Record from any point in the program to record the entire program. Recording will automatically stop
when the program ends.
How will I know the DVR is almost out of recording space? When you try to schedule the next
recording, a warning appears on the Conﬁrm Recording screen. Also, you can see what percentage
of recording space you have used. Press List and then press B for preferences.
What happens if my DVR loses power temporarily? Everything you have recorded is saved, based
on the save time you selected in the Conﬁrm Recording screen. Your scheduled recordings during the
time the DVR lost power are the only recordings you may miss.
Do my Parental Controls in the Program Guide carry over to DVR recordings? Yes. If you block
programs by channel or rating in General Settings menu, those settings are carried over to DVR
recordings. For example, if you decide to block all R-rated programs in the General Settings menu,
the R-rated programs will still be recorded, but you cannot play them back until you enter the correct
PIN.
How do I block or erase individual recordings in my recorded list or change the save time for
the recording? Highlight the recording on the Recorded List screen, and press Select on the remote
control. An Options screen appears for the program you selected.
Why are all my programs displayed in 1080i format? You may have selected the Easy Setup
mode and the Widescreen (16:9) TV setting in the HDTV Setup Wizard. Choosing these two settings
together limits your programming to 1080i format, even on non-HD channels. To see your non-HD
programs in 480i on a widescreen (16:9) HDTV, use the Advanced Setup in the HDTV Setup Wizard.
Make sure that you select 480i as one of your saved formats, and then select Pass-Through in
General Settings: Picture Format for your default picture format.

Connecting the 8300 Digital Video Recorder
to Entertainment Devices
Where Are the Connection Diagrams?
The diagrams on the following pages show examples of common ways to connect the 8300 to
your TV, VCR, and home theater receiver.
However, these diagrams do not show every possible combination of devices. Please consult
the user’s guides that came with your other electronic devices for further information.

What Cables Do I Need?
Some of the cables shown in the diagrams may not be included with the 8300. The required
cables are shown in the connection diagrams on the following pages.

How Do I Connect the 8300 to My TV and Other Entertainment Devices?
When you are ready to connect the 8300, follow these instructions.
1. Power off all electrical devices before connecting to avoid electrical shock.
2. Connect the 8300 to your TV, VCR, and other entertainment devices as shown in the diagrams
on the following pages. (The diagrams in this guide do not cover every possible combination.)
3. Connect the 8300 to the coaxial cable coming from the wall.
4. Plug the 8300 and the TV into an AC power source.
5. Do not turn on the set-top or TV yet.
6. Wait until you see one of the following displays on the front of the set-top:
• Current time
• Four dashes (- - - -)
Important: It may take several minutes for the set-top to receive the latest software, programming, and service information. When the front panel displays the time or four dashes, the
update is complete.
7. After the update is complete, turn on the TV.

How Do I Set Up Stereo Sound?
To set up stereo sound, choose one of the following options:
•

Connect an RCA cable from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT on the 8300 to the DIGITAL AUDIO IN
on your TV (if equipped) or stereo receiver.

•

Connect stereo audio cables from the AUDIO OUT LEFT and RIGHT connectors on the 8300
to the AUDIO IN LEFT and RIGHT connectors on your TV.

Connecting the 8300 to Your TV and VCR

Explorer 8300

Connect
the 8300
to the TV.

CABLE
OUT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED
TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO
RECEIVE OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST
SIGNALS. CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE
IN ANY OTHER FASHION MAY CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO
COMMUNICATIONS AND IS IN VIOLATION
OF THE FCC RULES, PART 15.

A
U
L D
I
O
R

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

SATA

S - VIDEO
OUT

VIDEO DIGITAL VIDEO
AUDIO OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

Cable
Input
LEFT
OUT
IN

CABLE/
ANTENNA

Standard
TV

VIDEO
OUT
IN

AUDIO
OUT
IN

RIGHT

Explorer 8300

Connect
the 8300
to the VCR.

CABLE
OUT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

A
U
L D
I
O
R

RIGHT

T11327

CABLE/
ANTENNA

VIDEO
OUT
IN

OUT TO TV

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

OUT TO TV

Standard
TV
IN FROM ANT.

SATA

S - VIDEO
OUT

IN FROM ANT.

LEFT
OUT
IN

AUDIO
OUT
IN

VIDEO DIGITAL VIDEO
AUDIO OUT

Cable
Input

Connect
the TV to
the VCR.

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

OUT 2

VCR

WARNING:
Electric shock
hazard! Unplug all
electronic devices
before connecting
or disconnecting
any device cables
to the 8300.

Connecting the 8300 to Your Stereo TV and Stereo VCR
1

Explorer 8300

Connect
the 8300
to the
stereo TV.

CABLE
OUT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 2

OUT 1

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

A
U
D
I
O

VIDEO

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

LEFT
OUT IN

Cable
Input

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

SATA

S - VIDEO
OUT

VIDEO

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

VIDEO 2
OUT IN

AUDIO 2
OUT IN
CABLE/
ANTENNA

RIGHT
LEFT
OUT IN

VIDEO 1
OUT IN

AUDIO 1
OUT IN

Stereo
TV

RIGHT

Explorer 8300

Connect
the 8300
to the
stereo VCR.

CABLE
OUT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2
AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

VIDEO

Cable
Input

A
U
D
I
O

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

Stereo
VCR

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

SATA

S - VIDEO
OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

RF IN
L

R
RF OUT

VIDEO
IN

3
Connect the
stereo TV
to the
stereo VCR.

VIDEO
OUT

AUDIO
OUT

Stereo VCR
RF IN

RF OUT

VIDEO
IN

AUDIO
IN

VIDEO
OUT

LEFT
OUT IN

VIDEO 2
OUT IN

AUDIO 2
OUT IN
CABLE/
ANTENNA

AUDIO
OUT
RIGHT
LEFT
OUT IN

AUDIO 1
OUT IN

T11328

AUDIO
IN

Stereo
TV

RIGHT

VIDEO 1
OUT IN

WARNING:
Electric shock
hazard! Unplug all
electronic devices
before connecting
or disconnecting
any device cables
to the 8300.

Connecting the 8300 to Your HomeTheater, Stereo TV,
and External SATA Hard Disk Drive
Explorer 8300

1
Connect
the 8300
to the
Home
Theater
Receiver.

CABLE
OUT

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 2

OUT 1

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

A
U
L D
I
O

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

R
120 VAC
60HZ 5A

SATA

S - VIDEO
OUT

VIDEO DIGITAL VIDEO
AUDIO OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

2
Connect
the 8300
to the
SATA hard
disk drive.

External SATA
Hard Disk Drive
Home
Theater
Receiver

Notes:
Consult with your cable
service provider for a list of
approved external SATA hard
disk drives that work with the 8300.

DIGITAL
AUDIO

Connect the
Home Theater
Receiver
to the
stereo TV.

Home
Theater
Receiver

DIGITAL
AUDIO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

MONITOR

S-VIDEO
OUT

4
AUDIO

AUDIO

VIDEO 1

DVD

TV/CABLE

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO
Y

MONITOR

1
S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO
OUT

3
L

AUDIO

LEFT
OUT IN

OUT

CABLE/
ANTENNA

RIGHT
LEFT
OUT IN
AUDIO 1
OUT IN

RIGHT

OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO 2
OUT IN

AUDIO 2
OUT IN

Stereo
TV

T11329

COMPONENT VIDEO

External SATA hard disk drives
allow for greater program storage
capacity and are not meant to
be used for archiving.

VIDEO 1

DVD

TV/CABLE

SATA

VIDEO 1
OUT IN

WARNING:
Electric shock hazard!
Unplug all electronic
devices before connecting
or disconnecting any
device cables to the 8300.

Connecting the 8300HD to Entertainment Devices
Required Connections for an HDTV
When using the 8300HD with an HDTV, you must make one of the following
connections to view the HD content. In addition, you can make connections to a VCR or other
external recording device. You also have the option to make an SD
connection from the 8300HD to an SDTV. See the tables and cabling diagrams in this section
for more detailed information.

8300HD
Connector

HDTV
Connector

Some HDTVs have an HDMI or DVI connector. The HDMI connector provides both a digital video and audio connection. The DVI
connector provides a digital video connection. The HDMI connector provides
the optimal connection to an HDTV with either an HDMI input or a DVI input.

If your HDTV has a DVI connector, you will need an HDMI-to-DVI adaptor,
and you will need to connect a separate audio connection.

Most HDTVs have PrPbY connectors for component video inputs. When you
set up the 8300HD in HD mode, the Y/V connector
supplies the “Y” component of the component video. See the
diagram on page 10 for an example.
Refer to your DVR and HDTV user’s guides to choose the proper scan rates
(480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i) for your setup. See the Picture Formats section in
this guide for more information on scan rate.
Some HDTVs have only RGB connectors. If you have one of these HDTVs,
you need an RGB adaptor. Check with your cable service provider for information about acquiring an RGB adaptor, or you can purchase the adaptor at
your local electronics supplier.

DVI

Y/V

R
Adaptor
Needed

Note: You can stretch and zoom the displayed picture using the built-in capability of the 8300HD by
pressing the # key on the remote control. Refer to your DVR user’s guide for more information on
this feature.

Optional Connections for a VCR
There are several brands and models of VCRs in the marketplace. The features
and connectors are not the same on all brands and models. The following table
describes the connectors commonly found on stereo VCRs and specifies the
corresponding connector on the 8300HD that should be used.

For VCRs that have a Video, Left, and Right connector, you can use
the Out 2 connectors (Video, Left, and Right) on the 8300HD.

8300HD
Connector
OUT 2
A
L U
D
I
RO

VCR
Connector
L R

VIDEO AUDIO
IN
IN

VIDEO
23

Connecting the 8300HD to Entertainment Devices, continued
Required Connections for a Standard-Definition TV
When using the 8300HD with an SDTV, you must make one of the following
connections to view content. There are several brands and models of SDTVs in
the marketplace. The features and connectors are not the same on all brands and models. The
following table describes the connectors commonly found on SDTVs and specifies the corresponding connector on the 8300HD that should be used.
8300HD
Connector

Some SDTVs have PrPbY connectors for component video inputs. The connectors
on the 8300HD function as follows depending on the mode of the 8300HD:
•

•

When you set up the 8300HD in HD mode on an SDTV with a PrPbY input, the Y/V
connector on the 8300HD supplies the Y portion for the PrPbY input on the SDTV.
See the diagram on page 13 for an example. Refer to your TV’s user’s guide for
more information on the scan rate that is supported. Refer to your DVR user’s
guide for more information on configuring the 8300HD for this setup.

When you set up the 8300HD in SD mode, the Y/V connector on the 8300HD is
configured as a composite video out connector (V). See the diagram on page 13
for an example.

Y/V

Pr
Pb
Y/V

The S-Video Out connection provides an optimal video connection to standard-definition TVs. This connector remains active regardless of whether the 8300HD is in
SD or HD mode.
The Cable Out connector provides a video and audio connection to a VCR or
SDTV. This connector remains active regardless of whether the 8300HD is in SD
or HD mode.

SDTV
Connector

VIDEO
IN

S-VIDEO
OUT

S-VIDEO
IN

CABLE
OUT

CABLE IN/
ANT IN

Setting Up Your Explorer 8300HD With an SDTV
If you have an SDTV, you must first connect the 8300HD to your SDTV following the guidelines
in the section Required Connections for a Standard-Definition TV on this page. You may
also reference the diagram on page 13.
Follow these steps to set up the 8300HD to work with an SDTV:
1. Make sure that the 8300HD is Off and the TV is On.
2. On the 8300HD, press Guide and Info at the same time.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to choose the SD mode.
4. Press POWER to begin watching television.
24

Connecting the 8300HD to Entertainment Devices, continued
Where Are the Connection Diagrams?
The diagrams on the following pages show examples of common ways to connect the 8300HD
to your HDTV, DVD, and home theater receiver. However, these diagrams do not show every
possible combination of devices. Refer to the user’s guides that came with your other electronic
devices for further information.

What Cables Do I Need?
Some of the cables and adaptors shown in the diagrams may not be included with the 8300HD.
The required cables are shown in the connection diagrams on the
following pages.

How Do I Connect the 8300HD to My TV and Other Entertainment Devices?
When you are ready to connect the 8300HD and to choose the screen type for your TV, follow
these instructions.
1. Make sure that all electrical devices are powered off before connecting the 8300HD to avoid
electrical shock.
2. Connect the 8300HD to your HDTV, DVD, and other entertainment devices as shown in the
diagrams on the following pages. (The diagrams in this guide do not cover every possible
combination.)
3. Connect the 8300HD to the coaxial cable coming from the wall.
4. Plug the 8300HD and the TV into an AC power source.
5. Do not turn on the 8300HD or HDTV yet.
6. It may take several minutes for the 8300HD to receive the latest software, programming, and
service information. When the front panel displays the time or four dashes, the update is complete.
Wait until you see one of the following displays on the front of the 8300HD:
•

Current time

•

Four dashes (- - - -)

Note: If four dashes are displayed, you must call your cable service provider to get the 8300HD
authorized.
7. After the update is complete, turn on the TV and the 8300HD.

How Do I Set Up Stereo Sound?
To set up stereo sound, choose one of the following options:
•

Connect an RCA cable from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT on the 8300HD to the DIGITAL AUDIO
IN on your HDTV or stereo receiver.

•

Connect an optical digital audio cable from the OPTICAL AUDIO OUT on the 8300HD to the
OPTICAL AUDIO IN on your HDTV (if equipped) or stereo receiver.

•

Connect stereo audio cables from the AUDIO OUT LEFT and RIGHT connectors on the
8300HD to the AUDIO IN LEFT and RIGHT connectors on your HDTV.

Connecting the 8300HD to an HDTV With an HDMI Connector
Explorer 8300HD DVR
CAUTION

CABLE
OUT

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

A
U
D
I
O

OPTICAL

1394

Y/V

1394

SATA

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

S - VIDEO
OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

Back of HDTV
AUDIO
CENTER
CHANNEL IN

DVI/HDCP
IN

OFF

AUDIO IN
DVI/HDCP
S-VIDEO

ANT (75 )
VIDEO

VIDEO

L/
MONO

AUDIO

L/
MONO

AUDIO

ANT-1

OUT

HD 1

HD 2

OUT

ANT-2

WARNING:
Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices
before connecting or disconnecting any device
cables to the 8300HD.

T11211

Connecting the 8300HD to an HDTV With a DVI Connector
Explorer 8300HD DVR
CAUTION

CABLE
OUT

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

A
U
D
I
O

OPTICAL

1394

Y/V

1394

SATA

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

Cable Input

S - VIDEO
OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

AUDIO
CENTER
CHANNEL IN

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

DVI/HDCP
IN

OFF

AUDIO IN
DVI/HDCP
S-VIDEO

ANT (75 )
VIDEO

VIDEO

L/
MONO

AUDIO

L/
MONO

AUDIO

ANT-1

OUT

Back of
HDTV

HD 2

OUT

ANT-2

T11308

Note: When connecting the HDMI connector to the HDTV’s DVI connector, you need an HDMI-to-DVI adaptor, and you need a separate audio
connection.
WARNING:
Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices
before connecting or disconnecting any device
cables to the 8300HD.

Connecting the 8300HD to an HDTV With
Component Input (PrPbY)
Explorer 8300HD DVR
CAUTION

CABLE
OUT

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

A
U
D
I
O

OPTICAL

1394

Y/V

1394

SATA

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

Cable Input

S - VIDEO
OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

AUDIO
CENTER
CHANNEL IN

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

DVI/HDCP
IN

Back of
HDTV

OFF

AUDIO IN
DVI/HDCP
S-VIDEO

ANT (75 )
VIDEO

VIDEO

L/
MONO

AUDIO

L/
MONO

AUDIO

ANT-1

OUT

HD 1

HD 2

OUT

ANT-2

WARNING:
Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices
before connecting or disconnecting any device
cables to the 8300HD.

T11140

Connecting the 8300HD to a Home Theater System With
Component Input (PrPbY)
Explorer 8300HD DVR
CAUTION

CABLE
OUT

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

Pr
THIS DEVICE IS INTENDED TO BE ATTACHED
TO A RECEIVER THAT IS NOT USED TO
RECEIVE OVER-THE-AIR BROADCAST
SIGNALS. CONNECTION OF THIS DEVICE
IN ANY OTHER FASHION MAY CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO
COMMUNICATIONS AND IS IN VIOLATION
OF THE FCC RULES, PART 15.

CABLE
IN

A
U
D
I
O

IR
OPTICAL
1394

Y/V

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

1394

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

SATA

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

S - VIDEO
OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

Cable Input

Back of Home
Theater Receiver
DIGITAL
AUDIO

TV/CABLE

DVD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO 1

MONITOR

1
2

S-VIDEO
OUT

3
L

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

OUT

T11139

Back of Home Theater Receiver
DIGITAL
AUDIO

TV/CABLE

DVD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO 1

COMPONENT VIDEO
Y

MONITOR

AUDIO

VIDEO OUT

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

Back of
HDTV

AUDIO
CENTER
CHANNEL IN

DVI/HDCP
IN

VIDEO

L/
MONO
AUDIO

AUDIO

Back of Home Theater Receiver
DIGITAL
AUDIO

DVD

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

L/
MONO

AUDIO

ANT-1

T11136

OUT

MONITOR

S-VIDEO
OUT

OUT

VIDEO OUT

OUT

Back of
DVD Player

HD 2

OUT

R
AUDIO

COMPONENT VIDEO

R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 HD 1

VIDEO 1

TV/CABLE

ANT (75½)
VIDEO

Electric shock hazard! Unplug all electronic devices
before connecting or disconnecting any device
cables to the 8300HD.

OFF

AUDIO IN
DVI/HDCP
S-VIDEO

WARNING:

S-VIDEO
OUT

ANT-2

DIGITAL
OUT
COAXIAL

OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT

Note: This connection
assumes that audio is
provided by the home
theater speakers.

S-VIDEO
OUT

AUDIO OUT
R

VIDEO
OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT/
PROGRESSIVE SCAN

T11135

Connecting the 8300HD to a Stereo VCR and HDTV (optional)
Explorer 8300HD DVR
CAUTION

CABLE
OUT

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

A
U
D
I
O

IR
OPTICAL
1394

Y/V

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

Note: This connection allows for
archiving to the VCR and for watching
VCR tapes on your HDTV. To watch HD
content, one of the other connections
required for HD content is needed. See
the previous diagrams.

1394

SATA
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

Back of
Stereo VCR

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

S - VIDEO
OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

RF IN
L

VIDEO
IN

AUDIO
IN

VIDEO
OUT

RF OUT

AUDIO
OUT

Back of
HDTV

AUDIO
CENTER
CHANNEL IN

DVI/HDCP
IN

OFF

AUDIO IN
DVI/HDCP

WARNING:

S-VIDEO

ANT (75½)

Electric shock hazard!
Unplug all electronic
devices before connecting or
disconnecting any device cables
to the 8300HD.

VIDEO

L/
MONO
AUDIO

AUDIO

L/
MONO

AUDIO

ANT-1

OUT

R
R
VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 HD 1

R
AUDIO

HD 2

OUT

ANT-2

T11332

Connecting the 8300HD to an External SATA Hard Disk Drive (optional)
Explorer 8300HD DVR
CAUTION

CABLE
OUT

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

A
U
D
I
O

IR
OPTICAL
1394

Notes:
- Consult with your cable service provider for a list of
approved external SATA hard disk drives that work
with the 8300HD.
- External SATA hard disk drives allow for greater program storage capacity and are not meant to be used
for archiving.
30

1394

SATA

Y/V

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

S - VIDEO
OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 5A

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

External SATA
Hard Disk Drive
SATA

T11209

Connecting the 8300HD in HD Mode to an SDTV With Component
Input (PrPbY)
Explorer 8300HD DVR Set to HD Mode
CAUTION

CABLE
OUT

OUT 1

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

A
U
D
I
O OPTICAL

1394

Y/V
120 VAC
60HZ 5A

SATA

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

S - VIDEO
OUT

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

RF IN

VIDEO
IN

AUDIO
IN

VIDEO
OUT

R
RF OUT

AUDIO
OUT

Back of SDTV

T11230

Note: The 8300HD must be set to the proper output mode, typically 480i.

WARNING:
Electric shock hazard!
Unplug all electronic devices before connecting or disconnecting any device cables to the 8300HD.

Connecting the 8300HD in SD Mode to an SDTV
Explorer 8300HD DVR Set to SD Mode
CAUTION

CABLE
OUT

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

OUT 1

OUT 2

AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC
ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CABLE
IN

A
U
D
I
O

IR
OPTICAL
1394

Y/V

CATV CONVERTER
MADE IN MEXICO

SATA
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO OUT

S - VIDEO
OUT

1394
120 VAC
60HZ 5A

120 VAC
60HZ 80W

LISTED 14H1
CABLE EQUIP.

Cable Input

Back of
SDTV

LEFT
OUT IN

VIDEO
OUT
IN

CABLE/
ANTENNA

AUDIO
OUT IN

RIGHT

T11331

Note: Refer to Required Connections for a Standard-Definition TV on page
6 regarding setting the 8300HD to SD mode.

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