Subscriber Networks
Explorer® 8240C™ and 8240HDC™ Digital-Only DVR
with M-Card™ Interface
Description
The Explorer® 8240C™ Digital-Only Digital Video
Recorder (DVR) will be an addition to the 8240C family.
This dual-tuner DVR will have a Multi-Stream
CableCARD™ (M-Card™) interface to operate as a
separable security set-top.
Additionally, the Explorer 8240HDC™ Digital-Only DVR
with an M-CARD interface will provide high-definition
tuning, recording, and connection features.
These digital-only set-tops with the M-Card interface will
help service providers meet the Federal Communications
Commission’s July 1, 2007, separable security mandate.
Features
Separable Security
• M-Card Interface will use a Multi-Stream CableCARD module to provide separable security in set-tops
OpenCable Network Support
• Axiom™ DVR Middleware will support OCAP™ Applications such as Service Navigators, Games, and many
other future applications (optional software)
• DSG (DOCSIS® Set-top Gateway) will provide a powerful standard transport mechanism for command and
control signaling between the set-top and service provider network (optional software)
Conventional Scientific Atlanta Network Support
• SARA DVR Software on a separable security set-top will support native navigator and user interface in a
non-OCAP service provider network environment (optional software required)
• DAVIC Receiver/Transmitter will allow IP-based, real-time, two-way communication between the set-top and
the service provider’s network for services such as video-on-demand
DVR, HD, and SD Features
• Dual-tuner DVR will allow one program to be recorded while watching or recording another (software
controlled)
• Picture-in-Picture (PIP) will allow viewing two separate video sources simultaneously (software controlled)
• SD (MPEG-2) Tuning will tune and decode standard-definition (SD) programs in MPEG-2 format
• HD (MPEG-2) Tuning will tune and decode high-definition (HD) programs in MPEG-2 format (8240HDC)
• 80 GB Internal Hard Drive will store up to 50 hours of SD programs (8240C)
• 160 GB Internal Hard Drive will store up to 90 hours of SD or 20 hours of HD programs (8240HDC)
Explorer 8240C and 8240HDC Digital-Only DVR
with M-Card Interface
Specifications
Tuning and Decoding—Standard
DVR
Dual Tuning, Dual Record, Dual Playback, Pause, Rewind, Fast-Forward,
Record one while watching another, controlled by software
Tuning
Dual QAM 64 or 256, Inband 54 MHz to 860 MHz, Out-of-band 70 MHz to 130 MHz,
PIP
Video Decoders
Audio Decoders
Conditional Access
Encoders
Dual MPEG-2 up to MP@ML (up to 720 x 480i 60 Hz), Video Scaling
Dual Dolby® Digital up to 5.1, Dual MPEG
Separable security through the Multi-Stream CableCARD interface
Audio BTSC for TV cable (RF) output
Graphics Engine
DAVIC
65,000 colors, 640x480 resolution, simultaneous scale MPEG-2 video
QPSK FDC 1.54 Mbps, QPSK RDC at 1.54 Mbps
DOCSIS
OOB and Interaction via DOCSIS 1.0, DOCSIS Set-Top Gateway, Baseline Privacy
Interface, requires software option
Tuning and Decoding—Included on 8240HDC
Video Decoders
Dual MPEG-2 up to MP@HL (includes 1920 x 1080i 60 Hz, 1920 x 1080p 30 Hz,
1920 x 1080p 24 Hz, 1280 x 720p 60 Hz, 720 x 480p 60 Hz)
Tuning and Decoding—Optional
DAVIC
Dual QPSK
Memory/Storage
CPU/Apps RAM
Video Graphics
Video Encoder
CPU Flash
8240C DVR Model Options
8240HDC DVR Model Options
64 MB
16 MB
N/A
128 MB*
64 MB
32 MB
N/A
128 MB*
32 MB
N/A
16 MB
N/A
2 MB
16 kB
80 GB
2 MB
16 kB
80 GB
2 MB
2 MB
CPU NVM
16 kB
160 GB
16 kB
160 GB
Hard Drive
*Axiom DVR Middleware for OCAP support is recommended only for the 8240C/HDC models that have
128 MB RAM.
Processors
Application/CPU
Two 250 MHz 32-bit RISC Processors (500 MIPs total)
Dimensions
Product (WxDxH)
Product Weight
Carton (WxDxH)
Total Weight
15.6 in. x 11.2 in. x 3.25 in. (39.7 cm x 28.5 cm x 8.3 cm)
8.3 lbs (3.8 kg)
18.0 in. x 14.0 in. x 6.12 in. (45.8 cm x 35.6 cm x 15.6 cm)
11.6 lbs (5.3 kg)
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Operating Conditions
Placement
Locate with at least 2 inches of open space above and on each side
32ºF to 105ºF (0ºC to 40ºC) during operation
40 W maximum
Room Temperature
Power Dissipation
Accessories
Accessories—Standard
In Carton
Power Cord, Connection Guide
Accessories—Included with 8240HDC
In Carton
YPbPr Component Video and L/R Audio Cable
Accessories—Optional
Sold Separately
Part Number
4014594
752351
Axiom DVR Middleware License*
SARA DVR Software License
Multi-Stream CableCARD PMK802
AllTouch® AT8550™ Remote Control
AllTouch AT8560™ Remote Control
HDMI to HDMI Cable
4014733
4006369
4016237
1002048
1002056
1000944
749790
HDMI to DVI Cable
YPbPr and L/R Cable Set (additional or replacement)
RGB adapter and cables
IR Extender—12 ft
1001807
4006725
IR Extender—25 ft
*Axiom DVR Middleware for OCAP support is recommended only for the 8240C/HDC models that have 128 MB
RAM.
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Ordering Information
Contact your Sales Representative for product availability in your area.
Part Number
Set-Top with
PowerKEY®
Part Number
Set-Top Only
Model
Description
M-Card Module
8240C DVR
Explorer 8240C, SD Digital-Only DVR with
80 GB HDD, 64 MB RAM, DOCSIS, and
M-Card Interface
4015536
4016479
4016482
N/A
8240C DVR
Explorer 8240C, SD Digital-Only DVR with
80 GB HDD, 128 MB RAM, DOCSIS, and
M-Card Interface
4015533
4017636
4015530
4015527
4017637
8240C DVR
Explorer 8240C, SD Digital-Only DVR with
80 GB HDD, 128 MB RAM, DOCSIS,
Dual QPSK, and M-Card Interface
8240HDC DVR
8240HDC DVR
8240HDC DVR
Explorer 8240HDC, HD Digital-Only DVR with
160 GB HDD, 64 MB RAM, HD Outputs,
DOCSIS, and M-Card Interface
4016473
4016476
N/A
Explorer 8240HDC, HD Digital-Only DVR with
160 GB HDD, 128 MB RAM, HD Outputs,
DOCSIS, and M-Card Interface
Explorer 8240HDC, HD Digital-Only DVR with
160 GB HDD, 128 MB RAM, HD Outputs,
DOCSIS, Dual QPSK, and M-Card Interface
Note: DOCSIS models have both DAVIC and DOCSIS out-of-band capability; DOCSIS-capable software is
required for DOCSIS operation.
Scientific Atlanta, the Scientific Atlanta logo, AllTouch, Explorer, and PowerKEY are registered trademarks of Scientific-
Atlanta, Inc.
8240C, 8240HDC, AT8550, AT8560, and Axiom are trademarks of Scientific-Atlanta, Inc.
Cisco, Cisco Systems, and the Cisco Systems logo are registered trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates
in the U.S. and certain other countries.
DOCSIS is a registered trademark of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.
CableCARD, M-Card, and OCAP are trademarks of Cable Television Laboratories, Inc.
Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
All other trademarks shown are trademarks of their respective owners.
Specifications and product availability are subject to change without notice.
© 2007 Scientific-Atlanta, Inc. All rights reserved.
1-800-722-2009 or 770-236-6900
Part Number 7010958 Rev B
March 2007
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