Data Sheet
Cisco 8389DVB MPEG-4 HD Digital Video Recorder
®
The Cisco 8389DVB MPEG-4 High-Definition (HD) Digital Video Recorder (DVR) offers
subscribers some of the latest enhancements in cable television viewing. The 8389DVB
combines multiple compelling video services into one integrated unit. This multi-tuner
DVR features MPEG-4 Part 10 / H.264 SD/HD capability and offers robust interactive
capability (requires additional software) using the EuroDOCSIS™ 2.0 compliant cable
modem. The 8389DVB provides consumers a rich home entertainment experience with
HD picture clarity, the movie theatre experience of surround sound, personalized
recording with Personal Video Recording (PVR) control, and the convenience of on-
demand services such as Video-on-Demand.
The 8389DVB is compliant with DVB-C standards, MPEG-2 and MPEG-4 standards and supports
PAL video formats. The 8398DVB is designed in compliance with the required safety, emissions,
and immunity specifications (as per the mandatory laws that may be applicable to Cisco). With its
smart card reader, the 8389DVB is built to support renewable security.
Figure 1. Cisco 8389DVB MPEG-4 HD DVR (image may vary from actual product and specification)
Features
● Multi-Format video decoder capable of High Definition MPEG-2, MPEG-AVC / H.264 /
Decoding
● Multiple picture formats (576i, 576p, 720p, and 1080i) supported to allow optimum picture
performance with both standard TVs and HDTVs
● Internal 320 GB Hard Disk Drive (Optional 160 GB or 500 GB)
● EuroDOCSIS 2.0 compliant cable modem
● High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™) connector to connect an HDTV to the DVR
● Digital audio output to connect easily to high-end audio equipment
● RCA outputs to connect to standard definition TVs or VCRs
● USB 2.0 port for connectivity
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Figure 2. Cisco 8389DVB MPEG-4 HD DVR Front Panel (image may vary from actual product and
specification)
Table 1. Front Panel Features
Feature Description
Controls 6 buttons: ON/STANDBY, CH-, CH+, VOL-, VOL+, RECORD
Clock Display 6-digit, 7-segment green display
Indicators 4 LED indicators for Power on/standby, cable modem connection, message and recording
Other ISO 7816 Smart Card
IR Receiver
USB 2.0 Host Port
Figure 3. Cisco 8389DVB MPEG-4 HD DVR Back Panel (image may vary from actual product and
specification)
Table 2. Back Panel Features
Feature Description
Connections In Cable In (75 Ohm female IEC connector)
Connections Out HDMI, Analog Component (YPbPr), S-Video, Composite Video, Dual Audio L/R,
SPDIF Digital Audio, Dual 10/100 Ethernet Output, Test Port
Power Cord Removable 1.5 m power cord
Power Switch Rocker Type
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Product Specifications
Table 3. Product Specifications
Specification Value
Audio/Video Outputs
Inputs and Outputs ● 75 Ohm Female IEC Type connector RF input
● HDMI 1.2 Output
● Analog component (YPbPr) outputs
● S-Video
● Dual Audio L/R outputs
● Digital audio output - Optical type
● Two 10/100BASE-T Ethernet ports
● USB 2.0 Front Panel
HDMI 1.2 Output with HDCP Copy ● HDMI provides uncompressed digital video and audio in a simple, user-friendly
Protection connector
● HDMI combined with HDCP (High Bandwidth Digital Content Protection) is
designed to provide the optimal, secure connection to an HDTV that supports the
HDMI with HDCP interface
USB 2.0 High-Speed Data Output Provides a 480 Mbps output for connection to devices such as external hard drives*
Front Panel
*USB support requires middleware and application support for functionality
Tuning and Decoding
Multi-Format Video Decoder ● Allows decoding and presentation of audio and video in both MPEG-2 and
MPEG-4 Part 10 formats
● SD Model Formats: MPEG-2 MP@ML; MPEG-4 Part 10 MP@ Level 3.0 and
HP@ Level 3.0
● HD Model Formats: MPEG-2 MP@ML and MP@HL; MPEG-4 Part 10 MP@
Level 3.0/4.0 and HP@Level 3.0/4.0
● Supports multiple picture formats (576i, 576p, 720p, or 1080i) to allow optimum
picture performance with both standard TVs and HDTVs
Multi-Format Audio Decoder Enables tuning of digital audio MPEG-1 layer I/II, MP3, MPEG-2 layer II, AC3
Dolby™ Digital; MPEG-4 AAC audio formats
Independent Euro-DOCSIS 2.0 Cable ● Allows IP-based, real-time, two-way communications between the set-top and
Modem with 200 MHz Processor the headend
● The cable modem has a separate processor and dedicated memory from the set-
top processor and memory to achieve optimum performance without impacting
set-top functions
10/100 Ethernet Output Allows connection to an external cable modem to allow interactive services, such as
VOD. Alternatively the Ethernet port can provide high-speed cable modem data
service when connected to a PC.
Powerful Graphics Engine Enables high-resolution graphics up to 720 x 576
Memory/Storage
DVR with 320 GB Hard Drive The 320 GB hard drive is designed to allow up to 160 hours* of SD programs to be
recorded and stored using DVR functions
Gives subscribers complete control over watching, pausing, rewinding, replaying,
and fast forwarding live programs using the remote control
*The total program hours that can be stored depends upon the format and data rate
of the programming source.
Memory Configuration Base model contains:
● 32 MB FLASH
● 64 MB DDR RAM for video decoding
● 128 MB DDR RAM for system and applications
● 32 KB EEPROM
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Specification Value
Processor
Powerful 32-bit RISC Processor Fast CPU (300 MHz) delivers quick tuning changes and on-screen response times
Data Transmission and Tuner
QAM 64 and 256 ITU J.83 Annex A DVB-C (EN 300 429) compliant for QAM delivery and demodulation
Support
Conditional Access and Security/Operation System/Application
Smart Card ISO 7816 smart card reader for renewable security
Conditional Access System Compliant with DVB (ETR 289) Common Scrambling Algorithm
Power Supply
Power Supply Internal 100 – 240 VAC 50/60 Hz power supply with detachable plug
Dimensions
Product (WxDxH) Approximately 415 mm x 245 mm x 45 mm (16.3 in. x 9.6 in. x 1.8 in.)
Table 4. Ordering Information
Cisco Set-Top Part Number
Cisco 8389DVB Set-Top 4037451
Remote Control, Z-8 4033688
RCA Video/ Audio Cable, 1.5 m 4018205
User Guide 4012523
Safety Sheet 4038946
Notes:
1. HDMI combined with HDCP provides optimal, secure connection to an HDTV with HDMI and
an HDCP interface.
2. The USB 2.0 high-speed data port provides a 480 Mbps output for connection to devices such
as external hard drives. USB support requires additional middleware and application support.
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With respect to each AVC/H.264 product, we are obligated to provide the following notice:
AVC VIDEO LICENSE
THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN
COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD (“AVC VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO
THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-
COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO
PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR ANY OTHER
USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, L.L.C. SEE
http://www.mpegla.com.
Accordingly, please be advised that service providers, content providers, and broadcasters are
required to obtain a separate use license from MPEG LA prior to any use of AVC/H.264 encoders
and/or decoders.
Service and Support
Using the Cisco Lifecycle Services approach, Cisco and its partners provide a broad portfolio of
end-to-end services and support that can help increase your network's business value and return
on investment. This approach defines the minimum set of activities needed by technology and by
network complexity to help you successfully deploy and operate Cisco technologies and optimize
their performance throughout the lifecycle of your network.
For More Information
To learn more about this product, contact your local account representative.
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http://www.cisco.com/cgi-bin/Support/FieldNoticeTool/field-notice.
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Cisco and the Cisco logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Cisco and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and
other countries. A listing of Cisco's trademarks can be found at www.cisco.com/go/trademarks.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories.
DVB is a registered trademark of the DVB Project.
EuroDOCSIS is a trademark of Cable Television Laboratories.
HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing LLC.
Macrovision is a registered trademark of Macrovision Corp.
Other third party trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.
The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company.
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Specifications and product availability are subject to change without notice.
2010 Cisco and/or its affiliates. All rights reserved.
Cisco Systems, Inc.
1-800-722-2009 or 678-277-1000 Part Number 7009963 Rev A
www.cisco.com October 2010
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