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Tips for improved performance – Scientific Atlanta Digital Home Communications Terminal User Manual

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Tips for Improved Performance

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Properly plug your TV and DHCT into an
electrical outlet.

• Verify that all cables are properly connected.
• Verify that the power to your TV is on.
• If your setup includes a VCR and/or stereo,

verify that you have properly connected them
to the DHCT.

• Verify that your TV is tuned to the proper

output channel (3 or 4).

• Verify that the volume is turned up.
• Verify that the Bypass feature is disabled. See

Using an RF Bypass Module

for more

information.

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• Make sure the current TV program is

broadcast in color.

• Adjust the TV color controls.

Check and Correct

If your DHCT does not perform as expected,
the following tips may help. If you need further
assistance, contact your cable service provider.

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• Plug your TV and DHCT into an electrical

outlet that is not controlled by a wall switch.

• Verify that all cables are properly connected.
• Verify that the power to your TV is turned on.
• If your system includes a VCR and/or stereo,

verify that you have properly connected them
to the DHCT.

• Verify that your TV is tuned to the proper

output channel (3 or 4).

• Verify that the Bypass feature is disabled. See

Using an RF Bypass Module

for more

information.

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Verify that all cables are properly connected.

• Adjust the TV to channel 3 or 4.