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Scientific-Atlantas Explorer 8300 Series DVR
The Most Advanced Set-Top of Its Kind Available.
DVR redefined television. With DVR, consumers discovered that they were no longer confined to a broadcast schedule that they could digitally record a program and watch on their own time, whenever they chose. Our Explorer 8300 Series DVR offers a choice of three progressive set-top platforms, including high-definition (HD) and Multi-Room DVR (MR-DVR) features. Just as DVR redefined television, MR-DVR will redefine DVR. Not only will consumers have the choice to watch what they want to watch when they want to watch it, but they will now have the choice of where they want to watch it. What makes the Explorer 8300 MR-DVR unique is the ability for subscribers to record DVR content on the main Explorer 8300 MR-DVR, then play it back on up to three remote client devices in the home. Each client set-top can operate independently while accessing all the DVR content from the main 8300 MR-DVR. With the popularity of bundled video, data and voice services from operators growing, Scientific-Atlanta is also responsive to your needs for solutions that are future-proof and support your plans for even more advanced technologies and applications. To that end, the 8300 Series products can be ordered with optional DOCSIS capability. The DOCSIS integrated cable modem enables the Cable Modem Termination System (CMTS) to communicate more seamlessly with both set-tops and data modems. The result is less premise equipment may be required for your site, which can facilitate your operation. Our 8300 Series DVR with optional DOCSIS integrated modem supports IP-based, real-time, two-way communication between the set-top and the headend. With the DOCSIS modem platform, subscribers can maximize use of on-demand applications today and your sites future interactive technologies tomorrow.

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Three Distinct Platforms Limitless Opportunities
Scientific-Atlanta's Explorer 8300 Series DVR offers you a choice of three settop platforms; each designed with a progression of DVR, high-definition (HD) and MR-DVR features to best suit your needs. The bottom line, no other DVR platform offers the capabilities and versatility as our 8300 Series.
Explorer 8300HD Multi-Room DVR

Explorer 8300 DVR

And, finally, the 8300HD Multi-Room DVR delivers uncompromised control of the TV viewing experience. The MR-DVR server enables three non-DVR clients to access and control pre-recorded content using existing wiring and digital set-tops in the home. Advanced features include: Access to recorded shows stored on the Explorer 8300HD Multi-Room DVR, as well as its optional eSATA hard drive Access to recorded programs in multiple rooms, with the ability to watch different recorded programs, as well as the same program time-shifted at different points in the show Playback, pause, rewind and/or fast-forward functionality of any recording, at any time, across multiple set-tops in other rooms. Video output to the HDTV display in multiple resolutions, allowing subscribers to maximize their HDTV image display Easy connection to higher end audio equipment using the 8300HD MRDVR's digital audio output connector Optional DOCSIS modem Optional 128MB application memory
The Explorer 8300 DVR is a standard-definition, dual tuner DVR that delivers the sophisticated features and capabilities both your site and subscribers expect: The ability to record one program while watching another The flexibility to watch two programs at one time using picture-in-picture The freedom to record their favorite programs without a VCR eSATA port for optional hard drive storage expansion Coaxial digital audio output for easy connection to home theater surround sound systems Optional DOCSIS modem

Explorer 8300HD DVR

Unsurpassed Flexibility Combined with Revenue Opportunities
The Explorer 8300HD raises the bar another level in the 8300 Series Platform, giving subscribers the ability to access and record high-definition programming. Featuring all the benefits of the 8300 DVR, the 8300HD also supports: Connection from the Explorer 8300HD Set-Top to the HDTV through the YPbPr, HDMI, or 1394 connectors Video output to the HDTV display in multiple resolutions, allowing subscribers to maximize their HDTV image display Stretch and zoom of the video picture, enabling subscribers to maximize the viewable area on their HDTV display Easy connection to higher end audio equipment using the 8300HD DVR's digital audio output connector Optional DOCSIS modem Optional 128MB application memory In addition to supporting a wide range of interactive cable services, the 8300 Series is a proactive platform, anticipating your customers' future needs for advanced home media center capabilities. And with the 8300 MR-DVR, you can enjoy a competitive advantage over satellite by offering everything that consumers love about DVR in every room of the home.

A Dynamic Difference

Contact your Scientific-Atlanta representative today for additional information on how the progressive Explorer 8300 Series DVR platform can help you achieve your business goals, boost revenue and reduce customer churn.
Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. 5030 Sugarloaf Parkway Lawrenceville, Georgia 30044-2869 USA Tel: 770.236.5000
Contact: sales@sciatl.com www.scientificatlanta.com
2005 Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. All rights reserved. Product features subject to change without notice. Scientific-Atlanta, the Scientific-Atlanta logo and Explorer are registered trademarks and 8300, 8300HD and Multi-Room are trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. DOCSIS is a registered trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. G1559A

Add a Serial ATA Drive to a Scientific-Atlanta 8300 DVR
Digital video recorders (DVRs) are revolutionizing the way people watch television, offering unprecedented control over how and when you watch. DVRs are so useful that users can quickly fill them up saving programs. Now you can add hundreds of hours of additional storage to your DVR with just a SATA drive, engineered expressly for use with DVRs.
Connecting a SATA Drive to a DVR
Upgrading the Recording Storage Capacity your Scientific Atlanta 8300 DVR Steps to Connect your DVR to SATA Drive:
Verify your DVR supports an external SATA drive Get an SATA external drive with a SATA connector Connect the Scientific Atlanta 8300 to the drive using the eSATA to SATA cable Connect the data cable for the SATA drive to the 8300HD. Make sure that both the 8300HD and the external SATA drive are unplugged from power. Plug in power to the external SATA drive. Plug in the 8300HD power cord, and then turn on the 8300HD. Plug back in drive 8300 should now notice the new drive. If it is a new drive or one used on another device, you will be asked to format it. Follow the on-screen instructions. It should ask you "Format this drive now?" (Press A)" After formatting, external storage should be usable by DVR If the drive is already formatted and will work with this 8300HD, you will get a confirmation that the drive is working. Power off cable box for 10 seconds before turning off external drive.
Guidelines for Using the External SATA Hard Disk
The external SATA hard disk drive requires continuous power. If the SATA drive loses power while the Explorer 8300HD is plugged in, the 8300HD may stop current recordings or not provide enough space for future recordings. Follow these guidelines for using the SAT A drive:
Do not plug in the power cord for the SATA drive to a switched outlet or to the AC outlet on the 8300HD. Do not turn off, disconnect, or unplug the SATA drive while the 8300HD is plugged in.
Recommendations for the SATA Drive At a minimum, your SATA drive should have these capabilities:
External SATA Connector - eSATA or SATA 1/: Cable and Connector Drive Speed: 7200 RPM (5400 RPM without Multi-room); 133 MB/sec Capacity: Only one SATA drive can be connected to the 8300HD. The 8300HD will not support a separate port multiplier. SATA Drive Power: The SATA drive should power on when plugged in and should not be controlled by a switch. If you have questions contact your cable service provider for a list of external SATA hard disk drives.

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SATA External Drive The SATA external hard drive instantly adds more recording hours to your DVR or set-top box by attaching to your already installed DVR. The SATA external hard drive provides up to 150 hours of high-speed storage for set-top boxes equipped with external Serial ATA ports such as the Scientific-Atlanta 8300 HD. The drive takes advantage of the same serial ATA storage technology that powers most of today's DVRs. The SATA hard drive is designed for streaming media applications and offer exceptional performance and advanced features that enhance the digital entertainment experience. Features:
Designed to work with Scientific-Atlanta Explorer 8300 series (8300 HD, 8300 MR, and 8300 HD-MR) Digital Video Recorders Features 300 GB drive 7200 RPM and 16 MB cache. Data Transfer up to 150 MB/sec Flickering LED to note external drive activity during operation. Quiet operation Sturdy and stylish compact aluminum case Compete with external drive, power supply, and connecting cables Quick and easy installation 1-year warranty on hard drive

Price: $214.95

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eSATA to SATA cable External SATA to SATA Shielded Hard Drive Cable eSATA to SATA hard drive cable for use with Scientific-Atlanta Explorer 8300 High Definition Cable boxes (Scientific-Atlanta Explorer 8300 series (8300 HD, 8300 MR, and 8300 HD-MR Digital Video Recorders). 1 meter long Connects an external eSATA device to a SATA external drive or controller
eSATA 7 pin male to SATA 7 pin male Supports SATA II speeds of up to 3Gbit/sec Ideal for using newer eSATA equipped external drive housings with older SATA controllers

Price: $16.95

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