Motorola DCH6416 User Manual

OPERATION MANUAL
DCH6416
User Guide

Motorola DCH6416 Specifications

General

Video Output	HDMI, Component, Composite
Audio Output	Stereo, Digital Audio Out
Storage Capacity	160 GB
Tuner	Dual Tuner
Weight	5.5 lbs
Output Resolution	1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i
Ethernet Port	Yes
Interactive Program Guide	Yes
Parental Controls	Yes
On-Demand Support	Yes
Type	Digital Cable DVR

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS

During Transportation to the Subscriber Home

Guidelines for safely transporting the DCH6416 cable terminal to prevent damage.

During Installation

FCC COMPLIANCE

Information on the DCH6416's compliance with FCC rules for digital devices and potential interference mitigation.

CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT BY RECYCLING

Recycling your Motorola Equipment

Instructions and guidance on how to properly recycle Motorola products and electronic waste.

Software License

U.S. GOVERNMENT RESTRICTED RIGHTS

Details on restricted rights for government use of the DCH6416 product and documentation.

1 INTRODUCTION

Front Panel

Description of the DCH6416 front panel controls, connectors, and indicators.

Rear Panel

Description of the DCH6416 rear panel connectors and their functions.

2 OPERATION

Turning Power On and Off

How to turn the DCH6416 receiver on, off, or put it into standby mode.

Changing Channels

Methods for changing channels on the DCH6416 receiver using the front panel or remote.

Adjusting the Volume

How to adjust the audio volume on the DCH6416 receiver and use the mute function.

Interactive Program Guide

Information on using the DCH6416's Interactive Program Guide for TV listings and features.

Front Panel Format Button

How to use the front panel format button to change video output formats on the DCH6416.

Video Format Indicators (Front Panel Display)

Explanation of the front panel indicators that show the DCH6416's current video output format.

M-Card™

Importance and function of the M-Card for accessing cable TV, DVR, and on-demand programs.

3 DIGITAL VIDEO RECORDER (DVR)

What is a DVR?

Explanation of DVR technology and how the DCH6416 receiver provides recording and playback capabilities.

4 CONNECTIONS

Video

Illustrates video connection options for the DCH6416, including Component, HDMI, and IEEE 1394.

Audio

Illustrates audio connection options for the DCH6416, including L/R, Optical S/PDIF, and Coaxial S/PDIF.

5 OPTIMIZING YOUR DCH RECEIVER FOR HIGH-DEFINITION TV

To optimize the output settings:

Step-by-step instructions for configuring DCH6416 HD output settings via the on-screen menu.

User Settings

Detailed explanations of the User Settings menu options for the DCH6416 receiver.

6 ON-SCREEN GRAPHICS

7 CONNECTING YOUR DCH RECEIVER

Video Connection Options

Overview of available video connection types for the DCH6416 receiver and compatible devices.

HDMI or IEEE-1394 - HDTV and SDTV

Details on using HDMI or IEEE-1394 for high-quality HD and SD video and audio connections.

Component video (YPbPr) - HDTV and SDTV

Instructions for connecting the DCH6416 using Component video (YPbPr) for HDTV and SDTV.

S-Video - SDTV

Guidance on using S-Video connections for Standard-Definition TV (SDTV) if component video is unavailable.

Video (also referred to as composite video) - SDTV

Instructions for using composite video connections for SDTV when S-Video is not an option.

RF Output - SDTV

Information on using the RF Output for SDTV video and audio connections to a TV.

Connecting Your DCH Receiver to an HDTV - Video Only

Diagram illustrating video-only connections for the DCH6416 receiver to an HDTV.

Connecting HDTV — Video

Details on connecting the DCH6416 receiver for video to an HDTV using various cable types.

Connecting Your DCH Receiver to an HDTV - Audio

Instructions for connecting the DCH6416 receiver for audio to an HDTV using different audio cables.

Connecting HDTV — Audio

Notes on HDTV audio connections, specifying when they are required and how to connect them.

Connecting Your DCH Receiver to an A/V Receiver — Audio

Guide to connecting the DCH6416 receiver for audio to an A/V receiver using various audio output options.

Connecting Your DCH Receiver to a Stereo TV (SDTV)

Instructions for connecting the DCH6416 receiver for video and audio to a Stereo TV (SDTV).

Connecting Your DCH Receiver to a Stereo TV (SDTV) and Stereo VCR

Steps to connect the DCH6416 receiver to a Stereo TV (SDTV) and a Stereo VCR simultaneously.

Connecting Your DCH6416 to an A/V Receiver, Stereo TV (SDTV), and Stereo VCR

Diagram for connecting the DCH6416 to an A/V Receiver, Stereo TV, and Stereo VCR.

Connecting an A/V Receiver, TV, and VCR

Detailed instructions for connecting the DCH6416 to an A/V receiver, TV, and VCR.

8 RECORDING YOUR CONNECTIONS

Data Devices

Information on connecting external data devices like hard drives and USB devices to the DCH6416.

Data Features

Overview of advanced data services like internet access and e-commerce offered by the DCH6416.

9 TROUBLESHOOTING

The DCH receiver will not power on

Troubleshooting steps for when the DCH6416 receiver fails to power on.

The remote control does not work

Solutions for common issues where the DCH6416 remote control is not functioning correctly.

There is no audio when viewing cable channels

Steps to resolve audio problems when viewing cable channels on the DCH6416.

There is no audio from the center and/or surround speakers of a home theater receiver connected to the DCH receiver

Troubleshooting audio issues with center and surround speakers when using a home theater receiver.

There is no video on the TV screen

Steps to diagnose and fix issues where no video is displayed on the TV from the DCH6416.

No graphics or program guides appear on the TV screen

Solutions for when on-screen graphics or program guides are not displayed by the DCH6416.

No closed captions display

Troubleshooting steps to enable and display closed captions on the DCH6416 receiver.

There are black bars to the right and left of the picture

Explanation and solutions for black bars appearing on the sides of the TV picture from the DCH6416.

There are black bars above and below the picture

Solutions for black bars appearing above and below the TV picture from the DCH6416.

There are black bars on all four sides of the picture

Diagnosing and resolving black bars appearing on all four sides of the TV picture from the DCH6416.

Colors do not appear correctly

Steps to correct color display issues on the TV when connected to the DCH6416 receiver.

The DCH receiver is making a humming noise.

Explanation of normal operating noises from the DCH6416 receiver, including fan and hard drive sounds.