DirecTV HDTV Getting Assistance, Setup and Connections Using the Remote Basic TV Operation

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GETTING ASSISTANCE

If you run across any problems or need to rely on the system to give you feedback, you should use the Assistance menu to get information.This section explains the different types of assistance your system is capable of giving you. It walks you through the Assistance menu, which is accessed by pressing MENU then selecting Assistance.

This section:

•tells you about the interactive setup process

•helps you get antenna and signal meter information

•explains the on-screen signal meter

•tells you how to validate a new access card

•describes how to use the system test

Most of the screens contain information to help you decide what to do next. If you get stuck, look for the help text at the bottom of the screen.

1SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

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2USING THE REMOTE

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3BASIC TV OPERATION

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4USING THE PROGRAM GUIDES

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5ADJUSTING TV CONTROLS

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6USING THE PROFILES

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7SYSTEM OPTIONS AND PREFERENCES

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8GETTING ASSISTANCE

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9REFERENCE

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Contents Hdtv USER’S ManualImportant Information Page Table of Contents Other Icons Setting the Time and Date Welcome to Hdtv Getting StartedSetup and Connections Unpack the System Setup and ConnectionsThings to Know Before Connecting Components Connect Your TV to Other ComponentsJacks and Cables Front of the TV AudioMaking Connections to the Front Panel Back of the TV Front sound and rear surround sound Basic Connection How to view programmingHow to view your VCR TV and VCRAdvanced Connection TV, VCR, and DVD Player With AmplifierConnecting Speakers to the TV Connecting Front Main SpeakersConnecting Rear Speakers Connecting a Subwoofer Connecting a Wireless TransmitterConnecting a Stereo Amplifier Plug in and Turn on the System Place Batteries in the Remote ControlComplete the Interactive Setup Order ProgrammingUsing the Remote Setup and Connections Using the RemoteUsing Using the Remote Remote Control ButtonsUsing the Remote Programming the Remote Control Programming the Remote ControlTesting the Remote Control Using Automatic Code SearchUsing the Remote to Control a Component Using Direct EntryRemote Control Codes VCRSetup and Connections Using the Remote Basic TV Operation Basic TV OperationBasic TV Operation About the Channel BannerBasic TV Operation Changing Between Directv and TV Mode Changing Channels ModeUsing the PIP Feature PIP PICTURE-IN-PICTURE OperationPIP Buttons PIP PROBLEMS? Using the Input Button Using the Program Guides What is a program guide?Using the Program Guides Bringing UP the Program GuidesAnatomy of the TV Program Guide Anatomy of the Directv Program Guide Tuning to a Program Getting around in the GuidesDetail Guide Using the Guide ButtonOther Guides Icon SurfGuide Directv onlyExiting a Program Guide Sorting the Directv Programming Guide Sorting the Directv Programming Guide by TopicsSorting the Directv Programming Guide by Movies Sorting the Directv Programming Guide by SportsListing ALL Directv Programming Other Icons ExitAdjusting TV Controls Adjusting TV Controls Picture SettingsPicture Quality Controls Color Warmth Reset ControlsAuto Color Noise FilterEqualizer Audio ControlsMute SpeakersInternal TV Only Ext. Front w/ Amp & TV Center Special Audio Loudness SAPAudio Language Using the Profiles Setup and Connections Basic TV OperationAbout Profiles Using the ProfilesDirectv Setup Editing Channels in a Directv ListSetting the Directv Spending Limit Selecting or Deleting ALL Directv ChannelsTV Setup Setting the Directv Rating LimitEditing Channels in a TV List Selecting or Deleting ALL TV ChannelsSetting the TV Rating TV-MARating Limit Screen Select Set TV RatingBlocking AGE-BASED Ratings Viewing Age-Based RatingsBlocking Specific Content Themes Viewing Specific Content ThemesSetting the Movie Rating Blocking Movie RatingsViewing Moving Ratings Blocking Unrated TV ShowsChoosing Your Profile Don’t Forget Your Password Locking and Unlocking a User ProfileLocking the System Unlocking the SystemSystem Options and Preferences Changing the Signal Source Changing the Signal TypeSystem Options and Preferences Auto Tuning Channel Search MailboxChecking Your Mail Tuning to a PAY PER View Program Purchases PAY PER View ProgramsPurchasing and Previewing Using the Program Guide for PAY PER View Programs Using the Attractions Guide GuideUsing the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming PurchaseSetting the Time and Date Using the Preferences MenuColor Scheme Default Guide TranslucencyScreen Format Caption Mode Caption DisplayUsing Fetch Getting Assistance Running the Interactive Setup Getting AssistanceGetting Antenna Information Select Dish Menu Screen Your NEW Access Card Using the ON-SCREEN Signal MeterRunning the System Test Setup and Connections Using the Remote Basic Operation ReferenceTroubleshooting ReferenceBlank screen Care and CleaningProblems with your system password TV will not turn onProscan High Definition Television Hdtv Limited Warranty For how long after your purchaseFCC Registration Information Product RegistrationAccessory Information Amplified VHF/UHF/FM Placing an Order USE Your Credit CardThis page left blank intentionally Reference Reference Reference Reference Index ChannelInfo Transmitter OUT 20%