Cisco Explorer Series User Manual

Chapter 2 Staging Preparations
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Overview
Before system personnel can begin to stage devices, there are some tasks that the
system operator must perform. The following tasks prepare your DBDS to stage
devices:
 Verify your DNCS system configuration settings
 Setting the environment variables (if your site plans to use instant hit, Fast
Refresh List, or Instastaging)
 Preparing directories to store and extract EMM and EMM log files
 Set up default packages (if you are using Instastaging)
 Creating a Service Disconnect Avoidance package and enabling service
disconnect mode (if your site uses service disconnect mode)
 Setting default configurations for staged DHCTs
 Install the necessary software
 Assuring that your billing system is configured to do the following:
- Assign at least one package
- Put the device in service one-way or two-way
- Enable Digital Interactive Service (DIS)
Note: Refer to your billing system documentation to determine the best method
for configuring your billing status to support staging.

Cisco Explorer Series Specifications

General

Category	Media Converter
Series	Explorer
Model	Various (e.g., 4642HDC, 8642HDC, 9865HDC)
Type	Set-top box
Input Interfaces	CableCARD, Ethernet, USB
Output Interfaces	HDMI, Component, Composite, S-Video (depending on the model)
Video Resolution	Up to 1080p (depending on the model)
Audio Output	HDMI, Optical, RCA
Power Supply	External power adapter
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model