Physical and Technical Features
- Dimensions: Measures approximately 7.5" x 7.5" x 1.5", making it noticeably smaller than older Cisco tuning adapters.
- Connections: Features an RF coaxial input for the incoming cable line, an RF coaxial output/pass-through for the retail tuning device, a USB port for data communication with the host DVR/tuner, and a power port.
- High-Split Compatibility: Converts high-frequency return and forward signals, allowing legacy QAM-based CableCARD hardware to continue functioning on networks utilizing high-split architecture for symmetrical internet bandwidth.
- Switched Digital Video (SDV): Enables retail hardware to tune into Switched Digital Video channels and specialized tiers that are not continuously broadcasted on the basic map.
- Network Requirement: Acts as a mandatory inline gateway in upgraded service areas where older tuning methods fail without frequency conversion.
- Connection Order: Requires the coaxial line to feed the adapter first, which then links via coaxial pass-through and a USB control cable to the target recording device after proper backend activation.
Coaxial path: Connect the wall cable to the adapter input, then run a coax cable from the adapter output to your TiVo or tuner box.USB link: Attach the USB cable between the Vecima adapter and your retail recording device.Power sequence: Unplug everything, plug in the Vecima adapter first, wait for a solid blue indicator light, and then power on your TiVo