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STA1520 Tuning Adapter, when connected to a Unidirectional Digital Cable Product (UDCP), enables access to switched digital broadcasts from your
service provider. A UDCP can be a TV or a digital video recorder (DVR) that contains a CableCARD™ module. Contact your service provider for information about
these and other available services. Use the instructions in this guide to install the STA1520 and to access your program services.
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Performance Tips
If the STA1520 does not perform as expected, the following tips may help.
• Verify that the power to your TV and UDCP is turned on.
• If your STA1520 or UDCP is plugged into a wall switch, verify that the switch is in the ON position.
Note: Avoid plugging the STA1520 or the UDCP into an outlet that is controlled by a wall switch.
• Verify that all cables are properly connected as described in the Installing the STA1520 section.
• Verify that your STA1520 is powered on and that the Power LED is lit, but not blinking.
Note: If the LED is not lit, try pressing the POWER button on the front panel of the STA1520 once again.
• If the LED continues blinking over an extended period of time and you are not receiving services, contact your service provider for further assistance.
• Restart the STA1520 by removing and reinserting the power cable.
• Restart the UDCP.
Automatic Software Updates
The UDCP displays a message on the TV screen when the STA1520 is receiving a software update.
Installing the STA1520
1. Unplug all electronic devices before connecting the STA1520.
2. Connect the STA1520 to the coaxial cable coming in from the wall.
3. Connect the CABLE OUT port to the CABLE IN port on the UDCP.
4. Connect the USB port to the USB port on the UDCP.
5. Plug the STA1520’s external power supply and UDCP device into an AC power source.
6. Plug the DC cord from the external power supply into the STA1520.
7. If the POWER LED on the STA1520 does not illuminate automatically, press the POWER button on the front panel of the STA1520.
8. Power on the UDCP.
Note: The connections shown here are required.
STA1520
UDCP
CABLE IN
USB
M-CARD MAC: 001BD746C7CB
M-CARD SN: PKCPTMFDV
CABLE INCABLE OUT
USB
eCM MAC: 001CEA5C40CB
STB SN: SABQQJLTT
DC
PWR
Cable Input
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WARNING: Electric shock
hazard! Unplug all electronic devices
before connecting or disconnecting
any device cables to the STA1520.
1 Power Button Applies power to the set-top
2 Power LED Illuminates when the set-top is powered on. The LED is green
3 USB 2.0 Port Reserved for future use
Note: This illustration may vary from the actual product.
Safety and Performance Tip
Keep the top of the device free of all objects and electronic devices, including your TV.
DATA REMOTEPOWER
RNG100
STA1520
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12 3
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1 DC Power Inlet Connects to the external power supply for the device. Use only the power supply
adapter that came with your set-top
2 USB Connects to a UDCP approved by your service provider
3 Cable Out Connects to a coaxial cable that passes audio and video signals to a UDCP
4 Cable In Connects to a coaxial cable that delivers the signal from your service provider
Note: This illustration may vary from the actual product.
MULTI-STREAM CABLE CARD
CABLE INCABLE OUT
USB
eCM MAC: 001CEA5C40CB
STB SN: SABQQJLTT
M-CARD MAC: 001BD746C7CB
M-CARD SN: PKCPTMFDV
DC
PWR
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1 2 3 4
Power Supply Warning
Must only use Power Supply Part Number
4019611 (12V DC input power)