Graphical symbols and supplemental warning markings are located on the back and bottom of the terminal. WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. • Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Regulatory Information Federal Communications Commission Radio and Television Interface Statement for a Class ‘B’ Device This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in the residential installation.
Software License IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE (“LICENSE”) CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU USE ANY SOFTWARE, FIRMWARE, AND RELATED DOCUMENTATION (“SOFTWARE”) PROVIDED WITH MOTOROLA’S IP VIDEO RECEIVER OR HOME THEATER SYSTEM (EACH SHALL BE REFERRED TO IN THIS LICENSE AS A “RECEIVER”). BY USING THE RECEIVER AND/OR USING ANY OF THE SOFTWARE, YOU INDICATE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF EACH OF THE TERMS OF THIS LICENSE. UPON ACCEPTANCE, THIS LICENSE WILL BE A LEGALLY-BINDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU AND MOTOROLA.
Contact Us For questions about your TV service, call your service provider. To find out how to contact your service provider, refer to your Feature Guide. For Motorola consumer products, education, and support: http://broadband.motorola.com/consumers/home_entertainment.asp For an overview of high-definition television (HDTV): http://broadband.motorola.com/consumers/hdtv Covered under one or more U.S.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual CONTENTS Introduction ............................................................................................. 1 Overview .................................................................................................. 2 Front Panel ........................................................................................ 2 VIP1200, VIP1216, and VIP1225 Rear Panel ................................... 3 Operation .........................................................
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual INTRODUCTION Congratulations on receiving an ENERGY STAR® qualified Motorola® VIP1200 Series High-Definition U-verse TV Receiver.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual OVERVIEW Front Panel All VIP1200 series models have identical front-panel controls and lights. Only the enclosure size varies. The VIP1216 and VIP1225 have larger enclosures to accommodate the hard drive. Key Item Function 1 POWER 2 USB USB 2.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual VIP1200, VIP1216, and VIP1225 Rear Panel The VIP1200, VIP1216, and VIP1225 have identical rear-panel connectors arranged in the same order. The VIP1216 and VIP1225 enclosure is slightly larger.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual OPERATION Turning Power On and Off Press POWER on the front panel to turn the TV receiver on or off. Changing Channels You can change channels in two ways: • Press the up or down button on the TV receiver front panel or the remote control to step through the channel selection. • Enter the number of the channel you wish to view using the number keys on the remote control. Adjusting the Volume Press VOLUME + or – on the remote control to adjust the volume.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual CONNECTING YOUR TV RECEIVER This section describes connecting the VIP1200 Series to your home entertainment system. Instructions and diagrams are included for connections to: • High-Definition TV (HDTV) • Home Theater Receiver–Audio • Stereo TV • Stereo TV and Stereo VCR • Home Theater Receiver, TV, and VCR Before you move or change components on your entertainment system, disconnect power from the TV receiver.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual S-Video Video only If your standard TV has an S-Video input, use S-VIDEO, which is the highest quality standard-definition video output on the VIP1200. Composite video Video only If your standard TV does not have an S-Video input, use the composite VIDEO OUT connector. RF coaxial Video and audio If your TV only has a coaxial RF input, use the coaxial TO TV (VIDEO OUT) connector.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual CONNECTING TO AN HDTV – VIDEO ONLY • Connect an RF coaxial cable to the cable wall outlet and the TO WALL (VIDEO IN) connector on the TV receiver. • If your HDTV has an HDMI input, connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI connector. HDMI connection carries both video and audio signals. • If your HDTV has a DVI input, you can use an HDMI-to-DVI converter to connect to the VIP1200 HDMI connector.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual CONNECTING TO AN HDTV – AUDIO ONLY If your equipment supports it, use the OPTICAL S/PDIF output. Otherwise, use the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors. In most cases, S/PDIF offers better audio quality, including support for Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound. HDMI carries video and audio. If you connect your HDTV using HDMI, no additional audio connections to the TV are necessary.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual CONNECTING AUDIO TO A HOME THEATER RECEIVER If your home theater receiver supports it, use the OPTICAL S/PDIF output. Otherwise, use the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors. In most cases, S/PDIF offers better audio quality, including support for Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual CONNECTING TO A STEREO TV This video connection method does not support HD video. For more information, see “Connecting an HDTV – Video Only.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual CONNECTING TO A STEREO TV AND STEREO VCR This video connection method does not support HD video. For more information, see “Connecting to an HDTV – Video Only.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual CONNECTING TO A HOME THEATER RECEIVER, TV, AND VCR This video connection method does not support HD video. For more information, see “Connecting to an HDTV – Video Only.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual RECORDING YOUR CONNECTIONS Use this diagram to record the connections between your home entertainment components. You can use this diagram to reconnect your system if you move the equipment or add new equipment. Disconnect the power from the TV receiver before connecting or changing cable connections. Do not place another component or object on top of the TV receiver.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual TROUBLESHOOTING Before calling your service provider, review this troubleshooting guide. If the suggestions do not help you quickly solve a problem, contact your service provider. Problem Possible Solutions The TV receiver will not power on. Verify that the AC power cord is connected to the TV receiver and an AC outlet. Unplug the TV receiver from the outlet, plug it back in, and press the POWER button.
VIP1200 Series Installation Manual Problem Possible Solutions There is no audio when viewing TV channels. Verify that the Mute button on the remote control has not been pressed. Press Mute on the remote control to restore sound. If the TV receiver audio output is connected to the TV, verify that the Mute button on the TV has not been pressed.