RCA DTC210 user manual Optional Connections, Optional Connection 1 Directv HD Receiver + VCR

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Connections & Setup

Optional Connections

Once you've connected the DIRECTV® HD Receiver to your TV or monitor, you can connect it to a VCR or a digital audio receiver. You can also connect a VCR controller, as well as an RF antenna for use with your remote control. The next four pages show you how to make these optional connections.

Optional Connection 1: DIRECTV HD Receiver + VCR

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1.Connect a coaxial cable to the HD Receiver's OUT TO TV jack. Connect the other end to the VCR's antenna input jack.

2.Connect a coaxial cable to the VCR’s antenna output and to the antenna or cable input jack on the TV.

3.Connect a video cable to the VIDEO 2 output jack on the HD Receiver. Connect the other end of the video cable to the video input jack on the VCR.

4.Connect one pair of audio (white and red) cables to the AUDIO 2 output jacks on the HD Receiver. Connect the other end of the pair to the audio input jacks on the VCR.

5.Connect the video cable to the video input jack on the back of the TV and to the video output jack on the VCR.

6.Connect the audio (white and red) cables to the audio L and R audio jacks on the back of the TV and to the audio output jacks on the VCR.

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Contents Directv HD Receiver User’s Manual Important Information PersonnelImportant Safety Instructions Trademark and copyright statements Macrovision InformationProgram Recording Restrictions High definition broadcast copyright limitationsTable of Contents Analog TV, Digital TV, NTSC, ATSC, SDTV, and Hdtv What equipment is required to view Hdtv programming?Analog TV Ntsc Digital TV AtscResolution and interlacing Switch set to Jacks will outputIntroduction Video output optionsTVs showing 169 programs Source Signal Monitor Format OptionsAspect ratio Dolby Digital TVs showing 43 programsProtect your components from power surges Things to Consider Before Making ConnectionsProtect your components from overheating Make strong connectionsConnections & Setup Insert the Access CardChoose Your Connection If your monitor/TV has Use this connection Cables neededInstalling the batteries in the remote control Jacks and cablesUse with audio cables for the audio signal Connect the satellite signal to the HD Receiver Optional Connect an off-air signal to the HD ReceiverConnect a cable signal if available to the HD Receiver Connect a phone line to the HD ReceiverTo watch the Directv HD Receiver on your monitor or TV Go toVideo Line Input Variations For most RCA, GE or Proscan monitors or TVsConnections & Setup Connections & Setup Basic Analog Connection Coaxial Cable Connection 3 Directv HD Receiver + Analog TV/MonitorGood Analog Connection Composite Video Connections & Setup Cables Audio/Video 2 sets and Coaxial Optional ConnectionsOptional Connection 1 Directv HD Receiver + VCR Setting the Digital Audio format Cable Either Optical or Coaxial Digital AudioMaking the Connection To set the Digital Audio preferenceLocating the VCR’s Infrared Remote Control Sensor Using Your ComponentTo enable the RF remote Optional Connection 3 RF Remote Antenna ConnectionSetting up the VCR control To Find the VCR’s Remote Control SensorAdjusting the satellite dish Turning on your receiver for the first timeAcquiring the correct dish pointing angles Checking the satellite signal strength To check your satellite signal strengthSetting the dish type manually To set the dish type manuallyUsing Auto Detection to set the dish type To start the System Test UpgradesTesting the Directv HD Receiver Scanning off-air and cable TV channels Setting up local networks programming schedulesTo set up the Local Network Programming menu option Activating your Directv account Using the Remote Control Remote Control ButtonsUsing the Remote Control Programming the Remote Control Testing the Remote ControlUsing Automatic Code Search If the component you want to control does turn offUsing Direct Entry Operating Other ComponentsModes of Operation To Operate the ComponentTo change the Satellite Receiver’s RF Code Changing the RF Remote Control CodeControlling a Second RCA Satellite Receiver VCR Codes Code ListsTV Codes DVD Codes Audio ReceiversRCA & Dimensia Audio ComponentsInformation icons Getting info on the program youre watchingChannel Banner Special Features Program Detail ScreenFull Channel Banner Program Detail Screen actionsFinding out what’s on the Program Guides Types of GuidesSurf Guide Grid GuideTo set the default Guide style Setting the default Guide styleUsing the Surf Guide Using the Grid Guide Displaying and clearing the Grid GuideViewing the guide for a different time Tuning to a channel with the Grid GuideSwitching to another guide style Viewing a category of programs in the guide Getting around in the Logo Guide Using the Logo GuideDisplaying and clearing the Logo Guide Searching for programs in the guide Switching to another guide styleTuning to a channel with the Logo Guide Searching by Credits, Title, or Text Searching by CategoryScheduling program reminders and recording timers Pay per view programs Identifying and ordering pay per view programsReviewing your pay per view purchases To order a pay per view programCanceling a pay per view purchase Viewing your Future Purchase listTo change the audio format for a program you are watching Changing the User settingChoosing an alternate audio format for a program Exiting a Screen Using the Menu SystemMain Menu items Using the Menu System Program GuideProfiles Displaying Program GuidesEditing user profile names Editing channel listsSetting rating limits To edit a channel listSetting the rating limits for TV programs TV-GSetting rating limits for movies Allowing or blocking pay per view purchasesSetting the current user profile Setting a pay per view spending limitSetting the screen color and translucency Locking and unlocking your Directv System To lock or unlock the system, follow these stepsPurchases Setting system preferencesReading your mail To set the Screen Format preference Setting the language for on-screen Menus and GuidesSetting the screen format Setting the bar color for Letter box and Pillar box Setting the closed caption optionsSetting the default screen color and translucency Setting the default audio preferenceTo set a default screen color and translucency To set the Default Audio preferenceReviewing and modifying reminders and recording timers To turn the Caller ID feature on or off Reviewing and controlling Caller IDReviewing your Caller ID list Identifying callersTo turn on the Auto Resolution feature Setting the Local Time optionsAuto Resolution Detection Installing a new Access Card Viewing information on automatic system upgradesCentering the Directv HD Receiver’s picture To center the receiver’s picture on your monitor’s screenTroubleshooting Additional Information Front panel controls and lights Back Panel Switches and Input/Output Jacks Additional Information FCC Customer Information Directv HD Receiver Specifications RCA Satellite Product System or Receiver Limited Warranty What your warranty does not cover Limitation of WarrantyHow state law relates to warranty Product RegistrationAccessory Information How To OrderStandard Audio/Video cable with Optical Digital Audio cablesIndex AtscTocom Thomson IncNorth Meridian Street Indianapolis,