RCA DTC210 user manual Scheduling program reminders and recording timers

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Special Features

Scheduling program reminders and recording timers

There are two kinds of timers you can set to help you manage your TV viewing:

•reminders to alert you when a program is about to begin.

•timers that will automatically record a program on your VCR.

To set your DIRECTV® HD Receiver to remind you when a program is about to begin, or to record a program for you on your VCR:

1.Press the GUIDE button on your remote. The guide appears.

Note: Timers are not available in the Logo Guide. If you are viewing the Logo Guide, use the A button (AUDIO) on your remote control, and select Grid Guide.

You can only set timers for future programs (not for programs that are currently under way).

2.Highlight the program you want to record or be reminded about. Press SELECT once to set a program reminder. Press SELECT twice to set the program to be recorded on your VCR.

A clock icon is added to the program listing when a program reminder is scheduled.

A REC icon replaces the clock item when a recording timer has been scheduled.

Once you have set a reminder, the HD Receiver displays a message to remind you about the program right before it begins.

To use the program recording feature, you must have correctly connected and positioned the VCR control cable. You must also set up the HD Receiver to communicate with your VCR (see page 20 for more information). Make sure there is a tape in your VCR and that the VCR is turned off before the start time of any programs you have set to be recorded.

For information on modifying existing timers, see page 63.

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Contents Directv HD Receiver User’s Manual Personnel Important InformationImportant Safety Instructions Macrovision Information Trademark and copyright statementsProgram Recording Restrictions High definition broadcast copyright limitationsTable of Contents What equipment is required to view Hdtv programming? Analog TV, Digital TV, NTSC, ATSC, SDTV, and HdtvAnalog TV Ntsc Digital TV AtscSwitch set to Jacks will output Resolution and interlacingIntroduction Video output optionsAspect ratio Source Signal Monitor Format OptionsTVs showing 169 programs TVs showing 43 programs Dolby DigitalThings to Consider Before Making Connections Protect your components from power surgesProtect your components from overheating Make strong connectionsInsert the Access Card Connections & SetupChoose Your Connection If your monitor/TV has Use this connection Cables neededJacks and cables Installing the batteries in the remote controlUse with audio cables for the audio signal Optional Connect an off-air signal to the HD Receiver Connect the satellite signal to the HD ReceiverConnect a cable signal if available to the HD Receiver Connect a phone line to the HD ReceiverGo to To watch the Directv HD Receiver on your monitor or TVVideo Line Input Variations For most RCA, GE or Proscan monitors or TVsConnections & 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 Cable Either Optical or Coaxial Digital Audio Setting the Digital Audio formatMaking the Connection To set the Digital Audio preferenceUsing Your Component Locating the VCR’s Infrared Remote Control SensorTo enable the RF remote Optional Connection 3 RF Remote Antenna ConnectionTo 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 Testing the Remote Control Programming the Remote ControlUsing Automatic Code Search If the component you want to control does turn offOperating Other Components Using Direct EntryModes of Operation To Operate the ComponentControlling a Second RCA Satellite Receiver Changing the RF Remote Control CodeTo change the Satellite Receiver’s RF Code TV Codes Code ListsVCR Codes Audio Receivers DVD CodesRCA & Dimensia Audio ComponentsChannel Banner Getting info on the program youre watchingInformation icons Program Detail Screen Special FeaturesFull Channel Banner Program Detail Screen actionsTypes of Guides Finding out what’s on the Program GuidesSurf Guide Grid 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 Identifying and ordering pay per view programs Pay per view programsReviewing your pay per view purchases To order a pay per view programViewing 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 Program Guide Using the Menu SystemProfiles Displaying Program GuidesEditing 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 boxSetting the default audio preference Setting the default screen color and translucencyTo set a default screen color and translucency To set the Default Audio preferenceReviewing and modifying reminders and recording timers Reviewing and controlling Caller ID To turn the Caller ID feature on or offReviewing your Caller ID list Identifying callersAuto Resolution Detection Setting the Local Time optionsTo turn on the Auto Resolution feature Viewing information on automatic system upgrades Installing a new Access CardCentering 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 Limitation of Warranty What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty Product RegistrationHow To Order Accessory InformationStandard Audio/Video cable with Optical Digital Audio cablesAtsc IndexNorth Meridian Street Indianapolis, Thomson IncTocom