To connect fiber optic TV to a set-top box, the fiber line is terminated at an ONT, which converts light signals to electrical signals, then routed via Ethernet to a set-top box that outputs to your TV through HDMI.

Required Equipment

• Fiber optic connection installed by your ISP.
• Optical Network Terminal (ONT) or fiber modem to convert light signals to electrical signals.
• Router (if your ISP uses IP-based TV) to manage data flow.
• Set-top box (STB) provided by your TV service provider.
• HDMI cable to connect the STB to your TV.
• Power adapters for the ONT and STB.

Step-by-Step Connection

1. Install the Fiber Line: A technician runs the fiber optic cable from the provider's hub to your home and connects it to the fiber wall outlet or ONT .
2. Set Up the ONT: Connect the fiber cable to the ONT and power it on. The ONT converts the optical signal into an electrical signal .
3. Connect to Router (if needed): Use an Ethernet cable from the ONT to your router's WAN port. This allows IP-based TV and internet to share the same network .
4. Connect the Set-Top Box: Plug an Ethernet cable from the router (or directly from the ONT if bypassing the router) into the STB. Then connect the STB to your TV using a high-speed HDMI cable .
5. Power On and Configure: Turn on the TV and STB, select the correct HDMI input, and follow the on-screen instructions to complete setup and activate your service .
6. Optional Coax Setup: Some providers may use MoCA adapters or coaxial connections for additional STBs or DVRs. Connect coax cables from the wall outlet to the STB and from the STB to the TV if required .

Tips for Optimal Performance

• Ensure all cables are securely connected and powered.
• Use the HDMI input corresponding to the STB on your TV.
• If using multiple STBs, follow the provider's instructions for DVR or secondary box activation.
• Contact your ISP for activation of CableCARD or digital adapters if needed . By following these steps, your fiber optic TV service will deliver high-quality video and audio to your television through the set-top box, leveraging the speed and reliability of fiber optics .