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Note to the Installer

IMPORTANT RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

• Comply with all warning and

caution statements in the

instructions. Observe all warning

and caution symbols that are

affixed to this equipment.

• Comply with all instructions

that accompany this equipment.

Read and Retain These Instructions

•   Read all of the instructions

before you operate this

equipment. Give particular

attention to all safety precau-

tions. Retain the instructions for

future reference.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

AVIS

Note to CATV System Installer 
(USA/Canada Only)

This reminder is provided to call the CATV
system installer’s attention to Article 820-40
of the NEC (Section 54, Part I of the Canadian
Electrical Code), that provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, 
specifies that the CATV cable ground shall
be connected to the grounding system of
the building, as close to the point of cable 
entry as practical.

CAUTION:  To reduce the risk of electric
shock, do not remove cover (or back).
No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol is intended to alert you of the
presence of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
literature accompanying this product.

This symbol is intended to alert you that 
uninsulated voltage within this product may
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock.
Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of 
contact with any inside part of this product.

WARNING

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

Lightning and Power
Surges

A label on this equipment indicates

the correct power source for this

equipment. Operate this equipment

only from an electrical outlet that

has the voltage and frequency that

the label indicates.
If you are unsure of the type of

power supply to your residence,

consult your cable service provider

or your local power company.

Power Sources

Arrange all power cords so that

people cannot walk on the cords,

place objects on the cords, or place

objects against the cords, which can

damage the cords. Give particular

attention to the cords at the point at

which the cord connects to the plug,

at electrical outlets, and at the

places where the cords exit the

equipment.

Power Cord Protection

Ground (earth) your cable system

to provide some protection against

voltage surges and built-up static

charges. Plug your equipment into a

surge protector in order to reduce

the risk of damage from lightning

strikes and power surges. If you

have questions, call your cable

service provider.

Before cleaning this equipment,

unplug it from the electrical outlet.

Use a damp cloth to clean this

equipment. Do not use a liquid

cleaner or an aerosol cleaner. Do

not use a magnetic/static cleaning

device (dust remover) to clean this

equipment.

Overloading

Do not overload electrical outlets,

extension cords, or integral

convenience receptacles, as this can

result in a risk of fire or electric

shock. For equipment that requires

battery power or other sources to

operate, refer to the operating

instructions for that equipment.

Do not use accessories with this

equipment unless recommended by

your cable service provider.

Accessories

Never push objects of any kind into

this product through openings as

they may touch dangerous voltage

points or short out parts that could

result in a fire or electric shock. Do

not expose this equipment to liquid

or moisture. Do not place this

equipment on a wet surface. Do not

spill liquids on or near this

equipment.

Object and Liquid Entry

Cleaning the Equipment

Ventilation

•   Do not place other equipment,

lamps, books, or any other

object on the top of this

equipment.

•   Do not place this equipment in

any of the following locations:

- On a bed, sofa, rug, or

similar surface

- Over a radiator or a heat

register

- In an enclosure, such as a

bookcase or equipment rack,

unless the installation

provides proper ventilation

This equipment has openings for

ventilation that protect it from

overheating. To ensure the

reliability of this equipment, do not

obstruct the openings.

Placement

Place this equipment in a location

that is close enough to an electrical

outlet and where the power cord is

easily accessible to be disconnected

from the wall outlet or from the rear

panel of the Entertainment Server.

Place this equipment on a stable

surface. The surface must support

the size and weight of this

equipment.

 WARNING:

Avoid personal injury and

damage to this equipment. An

unstable surface may cause

this equipment to fall.

Grounding

Do not open the cover of this

equipment. If you open the cover,

your warranty will be void. Refer all

servicing to qualified personnel

only. Contact your cable service

provider for instructions.

Servicing

If you are unable to insert this plug

fully into the outlet, contact an

electrician to replace your obsolete

outlet.

This equipment has a two-prong

plug. Properly ground (earth) this

equipment by inserting the plug into

a grounded electrical, two-socket

outlet. If this plug is polarized, it

has one wide prong and one narrow

prong. This plug fits only one way.

 CAUTION:

To prevent electric shock,

match wide blade of plug to

the wide slot, and then fully

insert.

Damage that Requires
Service

Upon completion of any service or

repairs to this equipment, the

service technician will perform

safety checks to determine that the

equipment is in proper operating

condition.

• There is damage to the

power cord or plug

• Liquid enters the equipment
• A heavy object falls on the

equipment

• There is exposure to rain or

water

• Operation is not normal (the

instructions in this guide

describe the proper

operation)

• If you drop this equipment,

or damage the cabinet of this

equipment

• If this equipment exhibits a

distinct change in perfor-

mance

For damage that requires

service, unplug this

equipment from the electrical

outlet. Contact your cable

service provider when any of

the following conditions

occur:

FCC Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with 

Part 15 of FCC Rules

. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: 1) the device may not cause harmful

interference, and 2) the device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

EXPLORER

®

 Home Entertainment Server models:

Models E8000SD

Manufactured by: Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.;

5030 Sugarloaf Parkway;

Lawrenceville, Georgia 30042, USA

Telephone 

770-236-1077

United States FCC Compliance

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the applicable

limits of Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-

tion. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio or TV reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on. The user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•   Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
•   Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to

which the receiver is connected

•   Consult your cable company or an experienced radio/TV technician for

help

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Scientific-Atlanta
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Important:

 The information shown in the FCC Declaration of Conformity

paragraph below is a requirement of the FCC and is intended to supply you

with information regarding the FCC approval of this device. 

The phone

numbers listed are for FCC-related questions only and not intended for

questions regarding the connection or operation for this device. Please

contact your cable service provider for any questions you may have

regarding the operation or installation of this device.

United States: 

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.,

5030 Sugarloaf Parkway, Box 465447,

Lawrenceville, GA 30042

© 2003 Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.

All rights reserved.

Printed in USA

www.scientificatlanta.com

Part Number 4002771 Rev B

July 2003

Software and Firmware Use

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. owns copyrights to the software described in this

document and furnishes the software to you under a license agreement.

You may only use or copy this software in accordance with the terms of
your license agreement.
Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. owns copyrights to the firmware in this

equipment. You may only use the firmware in the equipment in which it

is provided. Any reproduction or distribution of this firmware, or any

portion of it, without the express written consent of Scientific-Atlanta,
Inc. is prohibited.

Canada EMI Regulation

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian

Interference Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du

Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

Trademarks

Explorer, Scientific-Atlanta, and the Scientific-Atlanta arcs logo are

registered trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. VCR Commander and

“Bringing the Interactive Experience Home” are trademarks of Scientific-

Atlanta, Inc.

Disclaimer

Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions

that may appear in this guide. Scientific-Atlanta reserves the right to

change this guide at any time without notice.

Explorer

® 

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Home Entertainment Server

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