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Last modified on 2006-07-21 07:59:59
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DVR from Comcast

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Hidden features

Installation

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    How does it work?

    Where can I get It?

    Troubleshooting

    Unit Specifications

    How much does it cost?

    Links

    iGuide / Microsoft TV

    How to dump from DVR to HDD


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    The DCT-6028 is a single tuner HD-DVR. It is capable of recording a single channel at a time. You must be watching the channel you are recording or watching a prerecorded program.

    The DCT-6412 is a dual-tuner HD-DVR. It has 2 built in tuners and is capable of recording 2 channels, or record 1 channel while viewing another at the same time.

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    Unfortunately, no. The DVR box needs a cable signal from Comcast. This is done to prevent piracy/theft. More information can be found here.
    There might be a hack out there for this, but I can't guaranty that it would work and if it would mess your box up.

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    Common feature list

    ·Common features of DCT-6412
    ·Common features of DCT-6208
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    DCT-6412 Feature List

    User Guide »broadband.motorola.com/noflash/c···01-a.pdf

    TWO HDTV TUNERS for increased watch and record options
    Larger hard drive than single tuner version allowing for more storage
    HDTV and DVR functionality in one unit
    Full feature access from front panel
    Digital diagnostics
    Front and rear panel L/R audio and video inputs
    Two USB connectors (one on front panel)1>
    Pause, rewind and replay live HD broadcasts
    Robust CPU, memory footprint, 3D graphics to run IPG, VOD, advanced applications and middleware
    Full range of interfaces including YpbPr, DVI, 1394, USB, Ethernet, SPDIF, Smartcard1>, and more
    YpbPr component output
    Integrated High Definition decoder with YpbPr component output
    DVI and dual 1394 (DTV) digital connectors
    Built-in dual MPEG analog encoder
    Optical and electrical SPDIF / Dolby Digital connectors
    S-Video Output
    Baseband output (Video, L/R Audio) ports
    4 digit, 7 segment LED display with IR receiver for remote or/and keyboard
    Switched Accessory Outlet
    DVI and 1394 (DTV) digital interfaces

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    last modified: 2005-03-10 19:37:23

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    Common features of the DCT-6208

    User guide: »broadband.motorola.com/dvr/downl···uide.pdf

    HDTV and DVR functionality in one unit
    Full Feature Access From Front Panel
    Digital Diagnostics
    Front and rear panel L/R audio and video inputs
    Three USB connectors (one on front panel)1
    Pause, rewind and play live HD broadcasts
    Robust CPU (800 MIPS), memory footprint, 3D graphics to run IPG, VOD, advanced applications and middleware
    Full range of interfaces including YpbPr, DVI, 1394, USB, Ethernet, SPDIF, Smartcard, and more
    Integrated High Definition decoder with YpbPr component output
    DVI and dual 1394(DTV) digital connectors
    Built-in MPEG analog encoder
    Optical and electrical SPDIF / Dolby Digital connectors
    S-Video Output
    RF and Baseband Output (Video, L/R Audio) Ports
    4 digit, 7 segment LED display with IR receiver for remote and/or keyboard
    Switched Accessory Outlet
    DVI and 1394 (DTV) digital interfaces

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    last modified: 2005-03-10 19:40:51


    Hidden features

    ·How do I get 30 second skip in iGuide?
    ·I tried to program 30 second skip and it didn't work...
    ·What other codes are there?
    ·Ethernet Port/USB Port
    ·I have a lot of stuff on it and there's to much to delete. What can I do?
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    1) Press the "Cable" button at the top of the remote to put it into Cable Box control mode.
    2) Press and hold the "Setup" button until the "Cable" button blinks twice.
    3) Type in the code 994. The "Cable" button will blink twice
    4) Press (do not hold) the "Setup" button
    5) Type in the code 00173 (for 30 second skip).
    6) Press whatever button you want to map the skip function to.

    Thanks to GuruUno See Profile

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    by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-03-10 19:25:26

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    The 30 second skip programming only works for iGuide equipped DVRs. Also note that 30 second skip only works on prerecorded or delayed (through use of the pause live programming feature) programming. You can not 30 second skip live programming since that FUTURE programming hasn't been received yet.

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    by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-03-15 13:02:16

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    Code list

    General Instruments Cable Box
    Cable Converters --
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------
    0476 077 A (Diamond)
    207 Fast Forward
    243 Parental Lock
    046 Record
    237 B
    115 G
    177 M
    242 Reserved 1
    240 Browse
    111 H
    173 N
    211 Reserved 2
    114 C
    048 Help (*)
    034 O
    238 Reserved 3
    236 Cancel
    113 I
    211 Out Channel
    208 Reserved 4
    110 D
    044 Info
    210 P/F
    204 Reserved 5
    174 Day Minus
    109 J
    172 Page Down
    209 Reverse
    178 Day Plus
    179 K
    176 Page Up
    241 A / Theme
    112 E
    175 L
    205 Pause
    108 F
    239 List
    081 PPV

    CABLE CONVERTER.
    018 0...............0
    014 1...............1
    016 2...............2
    012 3...............3
    019 4...............4
    015 5...............5
    017 6...............6
    013 7...............7
    146 8...............8
    142 9...............9
    147 CHANNEL DOWN....Channel Down
    140 CHANNEL UP......Channel Up
    047 DOWN............Down
    080 CLEAR...........Exit
    079 SURROUND........Fav Ch
    050 PROGRAM.........Guide
    076 RECALL..........Last Channel
    049 LEFT............Left
    206 MENU............Menu
    082 ENTER...........Music
    141 MUTE............Mute
    144 POWER...........Power(CATV)
    045 RIGHT...........Right
    078 SELECT..........Select
    083 TV/VCR..........Switch A/B
    051 UP..............Up
    145 VOLUME DOWN.....Volume Down
    143 VOLUME UP.......Volume Up

    DVR
    178 Play
    205 Pause
    209 Rewind
    207 Fast Forward
    174 Stop
    046 Record
    173 Skip
    179 Replay
    175 DVR
    210 PPV
    208 OND
    083 A/B
    177 Live (DVR)
    236 Swap (dual tuner DVR)

    Simply substitute the code for the feature you would like to map with the code in the instructions for 30 second skip.

    1) Press the "Cable" button at the top of the remote to put it into Cable Box control mode.
    2) Press and hold the "Setup" button until the "Cable" button blinks twice.
    3) Type in the code 994. The "Cable" button will blink twice
    4) Press (do not hold) the "Setup" button
    5) Type in the code 00XXX (Where XXX is the code for the feature you want to map).
    6) Press whatever button you want to map the skip function to.

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    by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-03-10 22:32:20

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    Ethernet port isn'tactive on the Comcast DVRs but info from smileybri See Profile that the USB ports are active but has yet to find valid WinXP drivers.

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    by Lostintech See Profile edited by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2006-07-21 07:59:59

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    There's a code that you can enter to delete *everything* even the information from the guide. So it will take 15-30 minutes to re-download like there was a power surge. To delete it, follow these steps:
    With your remote
    Press "replay" one time ( the arrow bending back )
    Press "MY DVR" three times ( button next to replay)
    Press "LIVE" one time ( button next to MY DVR)

    Your box will shut down and do all sorts of junk. Let it sit a minute then turn it back on.
    More information: »Clearing out your DVR

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    by Lostintech See Profile

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    DVR's work by using a hard drive to store programming that it receives and features an on screen guide to operate it's features. For live programming, programming is received by the unit and written to the hard drive. Programming that you see is being read from the hard drive the moment it's stored. During live programming when you use the pause or other features, storage of programming continues for up to 30 mintues while it's the playback from the stored programming that is manupulated using the remote.

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    by Lostintech See Profile edited by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-05-13 16:31:48

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    From your local Comcast cable provider: 1-800-COMCAST

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    by Lostintech See Profile edited by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-05-13 16:23:23


    Troubleshooting

    ·How do I access the diagnostics/info screens?
    ·How do I find the IP of my box?
    ·What firmware version do I have?
    ·What is the latest firmware and what does it do?
    ·Importance of the cable box IP Address
    ·Lockups
    (back)
    Power off the box and within 2 seconds press the OK button.

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    Access the diagnostic screen by turning off the box and within 2 seconds pressing OK on the remote.

    Choose selection d14 INTERACTIVE STATUS

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    by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-03-10 22:16:17

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    Bring up the menu using the menu button.
    Select setup
    Select cable box setup
    Select configuration

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    by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-03-10 22:20:09

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    Latest firmware version 9.19. No reports (as yet) as to what bug fixes or improvements are included. See this ongoing thread »DCT-6412 Firmware 9.19 Downloaded

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    by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-06-28 18:42:41

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    The I.P. Address is required for certain interactive services such as Video On Demand. If you are having trouble with these services, check to see if your box has pulled an IP by viewing the diagnostic screen d14. If it hasn't or you can't obtain video on demand services, contact Comcast technical support at 1-800-COMCAST

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    by Lostintech See Profile edited by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-05-13 16:26:11

    Lockups (#12099)

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    Firmware version 9.15 addresses many lockup issues and is currently being deployed. Some have reported that some lockup/delay issues persist.

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    by Lostintech See Profile edited by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2006-02-22 17:04:58


    Unit Specifications

    ·Unit Specifications DCT-6412
    ·Unit Specifications of DCT-6028
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    Motorola Dual-Tuner DVR High-Definition Set-Top DCT6412

    Supports HDTV, Dolby 5.11> and DVR services
    DOCSIS 1.0 / 1.1 capable integrated cable modem for high speed interactivity*
    Internal 120 GB hard drive
    MPEG-2 digital video processor
    PCM, AC-3, Dolby 5.1 Prologic Digital audio capability
    ITU standard 64/256 QAM/FEC/enhanced adaptive equalizer
    Three 54-860 MHz tuners (two video, one data)
    Frequency agile 2.048 Mbps out-of-band data receiver
    32 bit, 2-D / 3-D graphics
    Analog/digital video scaling (Picture in Graphics)
    16 MB Flash, 128 MB DRAM standard unified memory
    Clear analog channel processor with BTSC decoder
    DES-based encryption/DCII access control
    Macrovision® copy protection
    10/100 Base-T Ethernet Port (RJ45 Connector)
    Smartcard interface connector (e-commerce)2
    TVPASS™ renewable security connector
    IR Blaster Port

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    Motorola Advanced HD Set Top DCT6208

    Supports HDTV and Dolby 5.1 services1
    Build in DOCSIS modem for high speed interactivity
    DOCSIS 1.0/1.1 capable integrated cable modem1
    DCT6208 80 GB storage capacity
    MPEG-2 Digital Video Processor
    PCM, AC-3, Dolby 5.1 Prologic Digital audio capability
    800 MIPS, RISC-based microprocessor
    32 bit, 2-D / 3-D graphics
    Analog/digital video scaling (Picture in Graphics)
    10/100 Base-T Ethernet Connector (RJ45 Connector)
    Smart Card Interface Connector (E-Commerce)2
    TVPASSTM renewable security connector2
    IR Blaster Port1

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    by oliphant See Profile

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    The cost in an additional $10 per month. Note that the $10 is ONLY A SERVICE FEE and is in addition to any cable box rental fee although this is often missed by reps entering sales orders where you will only be charged the service fee (unless they catch it).

    For example (prices may vary by market)

    Digital A/O Package 6.95
    DVR Service With HDTV 9.95

    Total $16.90 for DVR rental plus DVR service.

    Some posters have reported that they aren't charged for the A/O, this is simply a mistake by Comcast and if brought to their attention they will promptly correct it.

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    by Lostintech See Profile edited by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-06-28 18:52:44

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    Yep, sure do. It's in PDF form. You can view it online at »www.midcocomm.com/editable_conte···/DVR.pdf
    Note: You will need Adobe Reader to read that file.

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    iGuide / Microsoft TV

    ·What is iGuide?
    ·What is Microsoft TV?
    (back)
    iGuide is the next generation interactive user interface developed by TV Guide for use by system operators deploying Motorola digital cable boxes.

    More information: »www.i-guide.tv/

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    by oliphant See Profile

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    Microsoft TV is a next generation interactive user guide developed by Microsoft for use by system operators deploying the Motorola digital cable boxes. Only select markets use the Microsoft TV guide platform. The majority use iGuide from TV Guide.

    More info: »www.microsoft.com/tv/Assets/wmv/···race.wvx

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    How to dump from DVR to HDD

    ·My PVR is full, can I dump programming directly to PC?
    ·Are there firewire drivers for the DCT6412?
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    Yes. Sourceforge has a FAQ on how to do this.

    »replayguide.sourceforge.net/dct6412/

    Thanks to mrweirdo See Profile for the find.

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    by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-06-02 18:17:36

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    Yes. »replayguide.sourceforge.net/dct6···wire.zip

    For install instructions see »replayguide.sourceforge.net/dct6···_DCT6412

    Thanks to mrweirdo See Profile for the find.

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    by oliphant See Profile
    last modified: 2005-06-02 18:18:20



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