RCA DTC210 user manual Activating your Directv account

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Connections & Setup

The Scan Type list appears allowing you to choose to set your DIRECTV® HD Receiver to automatically scan for channels from Digital Off-Airsources (off- air ATSC broadcasts), Analog Off-Airsources (standard, NTSC TV broadcasts), Cable TV (standard, NTSC cable TV services), or all of these.

If this is the first time you are setting up this HD Receiver to receive local channels, the All setting is recommended.

5.Highlight the Scan Type option that matches the type of broadcasts you would like to program into your HD Receiver, then press SELECT.

6.Next, set your cable TV type by highlighting Cable TV Type and pressing SELECT. Then, highlight the type of cable signal your cable TV service provides (STD, HRC, or IRC), and press SELECT.

Note: STD, HRC and IRC are signal formats used by cable TV services. Most cable companies use the STD cable format. Check with your cable company if you're not sure which cable format they use.

7.Highlight Scan Channels and press SELECT. The Scan Channels screen appears and the HD Receiver starts looking for all available channels of the type you specified in the Scan Type list. Wait until the scan is complete.

•If the scan included any channels that you do not intend to watch, you can edit the channel list by using the Add/Remove Channels menu item in the Off-Air Antenna & Cable TV menu.

•If any of the off-air antenna channels aren’t coming in clearly, you can fine tune them using the Fine Tune Current Channel item in the Off-Air Antenna & Cable TV menu.

•If you have added digital channels from an off-air antenna, you can check the signal strength for that channel by using the Digital Off-Air Signal Strength menu item in the Off- Air Antenna & Cable TV menu.

8.To exit the menu system, press EXIT on your remote control.

Activating your DIRECTV account

After you have installed and connected the satellite dish and HD Receiver, you must contact your service provider to create an account. To order programming from DIRECTV, please call 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288).

With this HD Receiver and the proper Satellite Dish Antenna, you may be able to receive local channels from DIRECTV in certain areas. Additional equipment may be required in some markets. Check with your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for information on availability of local channels from DIRECTV in your area.

DIRECTV® programming is provided in accordance with the terms and conditions of the DIRECTV Customer Agreement, which is provided at DIRECTV.com or with your first DIRECTV bill.

Activation of programming may be subject to credit approval and requires valid service address, social security number and/or major credit card. Deposit or prepayment may be required. Programming subject to change. You must be physically located in the U.S. to receive DIRECTV® service. DIRECTV services not available outside the U.S. DIRECTV programming is sold separately and independently of DIRECTV® System hardware. A valid programming subscription is required to operate DIRECTV System hardware.

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Contents Directv HD Receiver User’s Manual Personnel Important InformationImportant Safety Instructions High definition broadcast copyright limitations Trademark and copyright statementsMacrovision Information Program Recording RestrictionsTable of Contents Digital TV Atsc Analog TV, Digital TV, NTSC, ATSC, SDTV, and HdtvWhat equipment is required to view Hdtv programming? Analog TV NtscVideo output options Resolution and interlacingSwitch set to Jacks will output IntroductionAspect ratio Source Signal Monitor Format OptionsTVs showing 169 programs TVs showing 43 programs Dolby DigitalMake strong connections Protect your components from power surgesThings to Consider Before Making Connections Protect your components from overheatingIf your monitor/TV has Use this connection Cables needed Connections & SetupInsert the Access Card Choose Your ConnectionJacks and cables Installing the batteries in the remote controlUse with audio cables for the audio signal Connect a phone line to the HD Receiver Connect the satellite signal to the HD ReceiverOptional Connect an off-air signal to the HD Receiver Connect a cable signal if available to the HD ReceiverFor most RCA, GE or Proscan monitors or TVs To watch the Directv HD Receiver on your monitor or TVGo to Video Line Input VariationsConnections & Setup Connections & Setup Good Analog Connection Composite Video Connection 3 Directv HD Receiver + Analog TV/MonitorBasic Analog Connection Coaxial Cable Connections & Setup Optional Connection 1 Directv HD Receiver + VCR Optional ConnectionsCables Audio/Video 2 sets and Coaxial To set the Digital Audio preference Setting the Digital Audio formatCable Either Optical or Coaxial Digital Audio Making the ConnectionOptional Connection 3 RF Remote Antenna Connection Locating the VCR’s Infrared Remote Control SensorUsing Your Component To enable the RF remoteTo Find the VCR’s Remote Control Sensor Setting up the VCR controlTurning on your receiver for the first time Adjusting the satellite dishAcquiring the correct dish pointing angles To check your satellite signal strength Checking the satellite signal strengthTo set the dish type manually Setting the dish type manuallyUsing Auto Detection to set the dish type Testing the Directv HD Receiver UpgradesTo start the System Test To set up the Local Network Programming menu option Setting up local networks programming schedulesScanning off-air and cable TV channels Activating your Directv account Remote Control Buttons Using the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control If the component you want to control does turn off Programming the Remote ControlTesting the Remote Control Using Automatic Code SearchTo Operate the Component Using Direct EntryOperating Other Components Modes of OperationControlling a Second RCA Satellite Receiver Changing the RF Remote Control CodeTo change the Satellite Receiver’s RF Code TV Codes Code ListsVCR Codes Components DVD CodesAudio Receivers RCA & Dimensia AudioChannel Banner Getting info on the program youre watchingInformation icons Program Detail Screen actions Special FeaturesProgram Detail Screen Full Channel BannerGrid Guide Finding out what’s on the Program GuidesTypes of Guides Surf GuideUsing the Surf Guide Setting the default Guide styleTo set the default Guide style Displaying and clearing the Grid Guide Using the Grid GuideSwitching to another guide style Tuning to a channel with the Grid GuideViewing the guide for a different time Viewing a category of programs in the guide Displaying and clearing the Logo Guide Using the Logo GuideGetting around in the Logo Guide Tuning to a channel with the Logo Guide Switching to another guide styleSearching for programs in the guide Searching by Category Searching by Credits, Title, or TextScheduling program reminders and recording timers To order a pay per view program Pay per view programsIdentifying and ordering pay per view programs Reviewing your pay per view purchasesViewing your Future Purchase list Canceling a pay per view purchaseChoosing an alternate audio format for a program Changing the User settingTo change the audio format for a program you are watching Main Menu items Using the Menu SystemExiting a Screen Displaying Program Guides Using the Menu SystemProgram Guide ProfilesEditing channel lists Editing user profile namesTo edit a channel list Setting rating limitsTV-G Setting the rating limits for TV programsAllowing or blocking pay per view purchases Setting rating limits for moviesSetting the screen color and translucency Setting a pay per view spending limitSetting the current user profile To lock or unlock the system, follow these steps Locking and unlocking your Directv SystemReading your mail Setting system preferencesPurchases Setting the screen format Setting the language for on-screen Menus and GuidesTo set the Screen Format preference Setting the closed caption options Setting the bar color for Letter box and Pillar boxTo set the Default Audio preference Setting the default screen color and translucencySetting the default audio preference To set a default screen color and translucencyReviewing and modifying reminders and recording timers Identifying callers To turn the Caller ID feature on or offReviewing and controlling Caller ID Reviewing your Caller ID listAuto Resolution Detection Setting the Local Time optionsTo turn on the Auto Resolution feature To center the receiver’s picture on your monitor’s screen Installing a new Access CardViewing information on automatic system upgrades Centering the Directv HD Receiver’s pictureTroubleshooting 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 Product Registration What your warranty does not coverLimitation of Warranty How state law relates to warrantyOptical Digital Audio cables Accessory InformationHow To Order Standard Audio/Video cable withAtsc IndexNorth Meridian Street Indianapolis, Thomson IncTocom
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