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HDTV self-install

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This installation guide is easy to use and will get you started with your HDTV.

If you requested no-contact installation, your installer will complete the work outside your home and will assist you over the phone. You and your installer will follow the step-by-step process together to get your video services connected and set up.

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Step 1: Connecting your converter box

Wall Outlet

Connect one end of the coaxial cable to the wall outlet and the other end to the “Cable In” (or “RF IN”) connection on the back of the converter box.

HDTV self-install Step 1-1 setting up your HDTV - connect cord to wall cable outlet

Open Cable Wire

(This wire could be coming out of the floorboard, window, etc)

Connect the open cable to the “Cable In” (or “RF IN”) connection on the back of the converter box.

Step 2: Connect converter box to TV

You will install one of the following cables, HDMI or Component.

HDMI

Connect one end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI connection on the back of the converter box.

Next, connect the other end of the HDMI cable into the HDMI connection port on the back of your television.

High Definition Component Cable

Component

Audio
Connect the black tip with red band into the audio output connection marked “R” and connect the black tip with the white band into the audio output connection marked “L” on the back of the converter box.

Video
Connect the remaining cables into the corresponding RGB (Red, Green, Blue) video output connections.

These ports are similarly located on the back of the converter box.

HDTV self-install Step 2-2 attach HD component cable

Television

Connect the opposite end of the component cable as follows:

Audio
Connect the black tip with red band into the audio input connection marked “R” and connect the black tip with the white band into the audio input connection marked “L” on the back of your TV.
Video
Connect the remaining cables on that end into the corresponding RGB (Red, Green, Blue) video input connections on the back of your TV.

Step 3: Connect the power cord

Connect the power supply cord into the back of the converter box, then plug the other end into an electrical outlet.

Ensure a wall light switch does not control this outlet. If it does, set the switch to the “ON” position.

HDTV self-install Step 3 - connect power cord to electrical outlet

Step 4: Turn on the TV

Turn on the television with the TV remote. Press the “Input” or “Source” button.

Depending on which cable you installed in Step 2, select HDMI or Component video source on your TV.

Step 5: Insert batteries

Insert batteries into the remote control.

Step 6: Turn on the converter box

Press the CBL button on the remote. The power light on the converter box will illuminate.

Please Note: In order for your installation to be successful, you must install ALL converter boxes that are not yet connected. Follow the previous steps for the other converter boxes included in your order before continuing to the next step.

You are now ready to activate your converter box.

Step 7: Follow packing slip instructions

Locate your packing slip.

Follow the instructions on your packing slip to ensure proper account setup and optimum service.

couple watching HDTV with remote control in hand

Step 8: Remote instruction sheet

To utilize all the features of your remote control, please reference the instruction sheet included with your remote.

Congratulations! Enjoy the experience of HDTV.

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If you need assistance after your installation, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 1.800.427.8686 or visit astound.com/support.

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