Motorola Qip25003 Manual

							
 QIP2500 User Guide 
 
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CONNECTING YOUR QIP2500  
 
Stereo Cabling (VCR to Stereo) 
This diagram shows how to connect the set-top to a stereo using the 
audio connectors on the VCR. The VCR sound is played through the 
stereo.  
When connecting the video path, never connect baseband composite 
video and S-Video at the same time. Some entertainment equipment will 
not support both video inputs simultaneously.  
						

							
  
 
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CONNECTING YOUR QIP2500  
 
Stereo Cabling (TV to Stereo) 
This diagram shows how to connect the TV so that its sound plays 
through the stereo. 
When connecting the video path, never connect baseband composite 
video and S-Video at the same time. Some entertainment equipment will 
not support both video inputs simultaneously.   
						

							
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CONNECTING YOUR QIP2500 
 
 
Baseband Cabling  
This diagram shows baseband audio and video connections to a Dolby® 
Digital receiver. This setup lets you record on the VCR and play back 
with sound through the Dolby Digital receiver, but this setup does not 
support surround sound. To play back Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound 
through the Dolby Digital receiver, see “Dolby Digital Cabling.”  
NOTE 
In this diagram, the baseband  connectors on the entertainment 
components are labeled 
R for right audio, L for left audio, V for video, 
and 
S for S-video.  
						

							
  
 
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Dolby Digital Cabling  
This diagram shows audio and video connections to a Dolby Digital 
receiver. This setup lets you record on the VCR and play back with 
sound through the Dolby Digital receiver.  
To play back Dolby Digital 5.1 surround sound through the Dolby Digital 
receiver, you must connect the set-top to the receiver using the 
DIGITAL 
AUDIO COAX
 or DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL connections. The audio R and L 
connectors do not carry Dolby Digital 5.1. 
NOTE  
In this illustration, the baseband  connectors on the entertainment 
components are labeled 
R for right audio, L for left audio, V for video, 
and 
S for S-video.  
						

							
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TROUBLESHOOTING 
Problem Possible Solution 
The set-top will 
not power on  Reconnect the power cord. Be sure the QIP2500 is 
plugged into an outlet that is always live. 
The set-top may have received a software update and 
may not power on while the new software is being 
installed. Try again in a few minutes. 
Verify that the AC power cord is connected to the set-top 
and an AC outlet. Unplug the set-top from the AC outlet, 
plug it back in, and then press the 
POWER button. 
If the set-top is connected to a switched outlet on another 
unit, verify that that unit is powered on. Unplug the set-top 
from the AC outlet, plug it back in, and then press the 
POWER button. 
Press the 
POWER button on the set-top front panel instead 
of the remote control. The ba tteries in the remote control 
may be depleted. 
The remote 
control does 
not work  Press CABLE on the remote control to ensure the remote 
control is in 
CABLE mode. 
Be sure there are no obstructions between the remote 
control and the set-top. Aim t he remote control directly at 
the set-top front panel, not the TV or VCR. 
Be sure that nothing is on the QIP2500 or blocking a clear 
line of sight between it and the remote control. 
Press and release operation keys one at a time, firmly and 
deliberately. 
Try changing channels using the buttons on the set-top 
front panel. 
Change the batteries in your remote.  
						

							
  
 
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There is no 
audio from the 
center and/or 
surround 
speakers of a 
home theater/ 
digital receiver 
connected to 
the set-top 
Not all Dolby Digital
® programs feature full 5:1 surround 
sound. In some cases, the programs may only contain left 
and right stereo audio. 
Verify that the SPDIF cable (round coaxial connector or 
square optical connector) is firmly connected to the set-
top and the home theater receiver. 
Verify that the home theater re ceiver is set to a surround 
sound audio mode (Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic
® II, 
Dolby Pro Logic). 
Verify that the receiver is properly configured to work with 
all connected speakers. 
There is no 
sound when 
viewing 
channels  If the set-top audio output is connected to the TV, verify 
that the 
MUTE button on the TV has not been pressed. 
Press 
MUTE on the remote control to restore the volume 
level. 
Check that the stereo is conn ected to the proper audio 
ports. 
If the set-top audio output is c onnected to a home theater, 
verify that the receiver is set to the appropriate input 
source and the 
MUTE button on the receiver has not been 
pressed. 
Be sure the audio cables are firmly connected between 
the set-top and the audio playback device (TV, receiver, 
or other device). 
Turn your VCR on. 
Make sure the TV or stereo volume is set to an 
appropriate level. For best audio level control, use the 
remote control to set the QIP2500 to approximately ¾ of 
the maximum volume level and then adjust the audio 
levels of the external devices. 
Picture or 
sound is noisy 
on one channel  Reconnect the cable and hand-tighten if loose. 
Sound from 
only one 
stereo speaker Hand-tighten or reconnect the cables properly. Be sure 
wires are not frayed and plugs
 are not bent or broken.  
						

							
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There is no 
video on the TV 
screen 
Verify that the TV is powered on and set to the 
appropriate input source for the set-top. 
Verify that the set-top is powered on and tuned to an 
authorized digital TV channel. 
Verify that all video cables between the set-top and 
the TV are firmly connected (hand tighten if necessary). 
Verify that the coaxial cable feed is firmly connected to the 
set-top and the wall jack. 
If the set-top video output 
is connected to a home 
theater/digital receiver, verify that the receiver is powered 
on and set to the appropriate input source. 
If you are watching TV using your VCR, be sure your VCR 
is on. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  
						

							
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