The Explorer 2000 converter gives you access to our Digital Cable channels, Digital Premium and Multiplex channels, an expanded number of Pay-Per-View movie channels, sports packages, and Digital Music from our video-on-demand service.
The following guide will assist you in getting your converter connected to your television, VCR and RECEIVER, and programming your converter.
Connecting the Explorer 2000 to Your Television
Note: Before connecting your converter, install the power cord into the back of the Explorer 2000 first, but do not plug the power cord of the Explorer 2000 into the electrical outlet.
To connect the Explorer 2000 to your television:

• Connect a coaxial cable to the cable outlet in the wall.
• Connect the same coaxial cable into the Cable Input on the back of the Explorer 2000.
• Connect a second coaxial cable from the Cable Output on the back of the Explorer 2000 to the cable fitting on your television set. (If you are installing a VCR also, use the directions illustrated below to correctly install all components. Keep in mind, the Explorer 2000 must be the first piece of equipment connected to the cable outlet. All equipment connected after the Explorer 2000 must be set to channel 3 at all times.)
• Next, plug the Explorer 2000 electrical cord into the wall outlet. Be certain to use an outlet that cannot be turned off by a wall switch. Do not turn on the converter or the TV until the clock appears on the front of the box. Do not unplug the converter unless the clock is showing (doing so will shut it down completely).
• Plug your television power cord into the power outlet on the back of the Explorer 2000 but do not turn on the television. Now, when you turn on your converter, your television will also turn on, unless the television on/off switch is electronically controlled. If the on/off switch is electronically controlled, turn on the converter first and then turn on the television. If the converter power outlet is set for ALWAYS ON, you will have to turn off your television separately.
• Once the clock appears, tune your television to channel 3.

Do not use a wrench to tighten the cable connections to your television and your converter; be sure that these connections are "finger-tight" only.
The Explorer 2000 is a sensitive electronic component - avoid subjecting it to bumps, jars or excessive vibration and do not place heavy objects on top of the converter or block air flow to the vents.

Connecting the TV, VCR, and RECEIVER
The image below shows the connections between the TV, VCR and receiver:

Using the Interactive Program Guide
The Interactive Program Guide is a convenient way to see a list of current and upcoming programs (seven days in advance) without leaving the program you're watching. Press the GUIDE button on your remote control to display the Interactive Program Guide. Then, press "C" for current time and last channel viewed.
Using Parental Control (Blocking Channels)
To block viewing by channel, rating or time frame:

• Go to General Settings and select BLOCK PIN to create your PIN.
• Make sure you have activated "PARENTAL CONTROL." Check by pressing the SETTINGS button once to go to Quick Settings and using the arrow buttons to highlight "Turn ON Parental Control." Then press the SELECT button.
• Press the SETTINGS button twice to go to General Settings and use the arrow buttons to scroll to the Block option you prefer: by Channels, Rating or Time. 
• Press the SELECT button and use the arrow buttons to view your blocking choices.
• Press the SELECT button to choose your blocking choices.
• Press "A" to accept or "C" to cancel the changes.

If you turn off Parental Control in Quick Settings, all blocking options will be disabled. Parental Control is restored when the digital converter is turned OFF. The Explorer 2000 allows you to turn off Parental Control for a specific period of time or for specific programs after which Parental Control automatically turns back on.

Accessing the Quick Settings Screen
The Quick Settings Screen contains shortcuts, which allow you to quickly access frequently used features. Press the SETTINGS button on the remote control to display the Quick Settings Screen.

Using the Quick Settings Options

Below is a list of the Quick Settings options and how to use them:
Add/Remove Favorites List - Adds the current channel to your list of favorite channels. Press SELECT to add the current channel to your list of favorite channels. To remove a channel from the favorite channel list, press SETTINGS again, scroll to "Remove from Favorites List" and press SELECT.
Block Channel - Allows you to block the current channel from viewing by rating, time or channel. Please see General Settings; Block: PIN below for details on how to set up your Personal Identification Number (PIN).
Choose SAP Language - Indicates that you are on a digital channel and you may have the option of choosing from several languages depending on the program.
Enable SAP - Indicates you can access a secondary audio source, if available.
Set Sleep Timer - Sets the number of minutes until the Explorer 2000 turns off. Use the right arrow button to set sleep timer up to eight hours (480 minutes).
Start Recording (Current Channel) Now - Allows you to record the current channel by locking that channel into place. Make sure your VCR power is on and you have a blank tape inserted. Press the SELECT button and then press the SELECT button again. Press the RECORD button on your VCR or follow VCR manual instructions. Press the EXIT button to release the channel.
Turn ON/OFF Parental Control - Locks and unlocks blocked channels. Press SELECT to lock current channel from viewing. To turn off Parental Control, press SETTINGS again, scroll to "Turn OFF Parental Control" and press SELECT. If you turn off Parental Control in Quick Settings, all blocking options will be disabled. Parental Control is restored when the digital converter is turned OFF.

Accessing the General Settings Screen
The General Settings Screen enables you to define certain features of your Explorer 2000. Press the SETTINGS button twice on the remote control to display the General Settings Screen. From the Interactive Program Guide or Quick Settings screens, press once. Highlight a preference and press the SELECT button or use the arrow buttons to change its settings. Press "A" to accept the changes. Press "C" to cancel or clear changes. Press the SETTINGS button to exit.

Below is a list of the General Settings options and how to use them:
Audio: Range - Changes the ratio between soft and loud sounds. Narrow setting is best for dialogue-rich programs. Wide setting offers the most difference between sounds. Normal setting provides a normal sound variation.
Audio: Volume Control - "Fixed" setting enables you to control the volume through the remote control of the TV. "Variable" allows you to control volume through the Explorer 2000. Set the volume to 24 and adjust your TV for normal sound.
Block: Channels - Locks or unlocks your blocked channels. Unlocking allows viewing of all blocked channels while your Explorer 2000 is on.
Block: PIN - Allows you to create a four-digit Personal Identification Number (PIN) used to block, lock and unlock channel changes.
Block: Rating - Allows you to block programming by rating.
Block: Time New - Allows you to block programming by date, days, weekends or specific time frame.
Display: Power Off - Allows you to choose whether your converter's LED will display the time or be blank when you turn off your converter.
Display: Power On - Allows you to choose what information will be displayed on your converter's LED: time of day, channel number or channel number only when tuning.
Language: Audio - Controls second language audio output on digital channels when available.
Language: Screen - Controls the language of the setting information.
PPV: Purchases - Lists the pending, past and pre-purchased Pay-Per-View programs. NOTE: If power is interrupted, this information can be lost since it is in temporary storage.
Timer: Remind New - Sets up to eight timers to remind you to watch a program.
Timer: Sleep - Sets the number of minutes until the Explorer 2000 turns off.
Timer: Turn off - Selects the time of day to turn off the Explorer 2000.
Timer: VCR New - Sets up to eight timers to remind you to record an upcoming program.
Timer: Wake-Up - Sets the time of day you would like the Explorer 2000 to turn on.
Viewer: Favorites - Displays a list of channels you select as favorites.
Viewer: Power On - Defines the channel that comes on when you turn on your Explorer 2000.

Taping

To record:

• Insert a blank tape and make sure your VCR is ON.
• To record the current program, press RECORD on your VCR.
• To record future programs, press the GUIDE button. Highlight the program, press the SELECT button and choose "Set a VCR Timer" option. Press the SELECT button again. The program highlighted in red indicates it is set to record. Then program your VCR manually.
• Press the EXIT button to stop recording.

Using the Reminder Timer
To set a reminder timer, which will display a banner on your TV screen immediately before your selected program begins:

• Press the GUIDE button, scroll to the selected program and press the SELECT button. Scroll to "Set a Reminder Timer" and press the SELECT button. The program highlighted in green indicates a reminder timer is set.

Note: To operate your system and VCR, the VCR/VOD switch on your remote must be set to VCR. This button is located on the bottom right-hand corner of your digital remote.