Eatel FiberEdge User Manual - High-Definition Tv

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Start the HDTV Setup Wizard

To start the HDTV Setup Wizard:

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 

and 

 at the same time. The HDTV 

Setup Wizard screen appears. 

4.

 Press 

to start the set up.

5.

 Choose one of the following options:

>

  To choose the Easy Setup option, press 

; 

then, go to the Easy Setup Instructions on page 93 

of this guide. 

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 

; then, go to the Advanced Setup 

Instructions on page 93 of this guide. 

Note:

 Choosing the Advanced Setup mode allows you to 

save all the HDTV picture formats, so that you can toggle between them.

Preparing STB 8300HD or 8300HDC 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 pages 51-57 of this guide for connectivity diagrams. 

Note: The composite ports (red, yellow, white) and the component ports (PrPbY) on the 

back of the 8300HD are both active simultaneously.

Note: Refer to diagram instructions on page 49 to set up a DVR set-top box with a 

Standard-Definition TV. 

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.

Digital Video Recording (DVR) Services