RCA DRD455RH manual Video Jack and Cable, VCR Controller

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Connections & Setup

Receiver or Decoder with Optical Input

DIGITAL

AUDIO

INPUT

Advanced Audio (Digital Audio Output Connection)

Cables: Optical (SPDIF)

Use this connection to take advantage of Dolby Digital* quality sound, when available.

Digital Satellite Receiver

 

 

 

VCR

GROUND

PHONE

– R –

 

 

 

 

OUT TO TV

IN FROM ANT

 

 

SATELLITE IN

Note: Your digital receiver back panel may not look exactly like the one pictured.

This satellite receiver’s digital output jack fully complies with the international standard governing this type of jack (IEC958), and will output digital audio signals in either PCM or Dolby Digital format. It is designed for connection to an external Dolby Digital-capable receiver/ decoder.

 

– L –

 

VIDEO

AUDIO

 

S-VIDEO

DIGITAL

LOW SPEED

AUDIO

DATA

 

Making the Connection

Older equipment, some of which is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be compatible with Dolby Digital. If the digital audio output is connected to a receiver that cannot decode Dolby Digital signals, set the Dolby Digital setting in the Receiver Options menu to PCM (see page 35 for further details). Failure to do so could create a high noise level, causing damage to headphones, speakers, or your hearing.

Connect one end of the optical (SPDIF) cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO output jack* on the satellite receiver, and to the digital audio input jack on a Dolby Digital receiver/decoder.

Using Your Component

After you connect your satellite receiver to an A/V receiver that includes a Dolby Digital-capable receiver/decoder, you must select Dolby Digital from the System Options menu (press the remote control’s MENU button, then select System Setup, then Receiver Options, then highlight Dolby Digital. Use the remote control’s arrow and SELECT buttons to highlight and select Autoselect, PCM, or Dolby Digital in order for the receiver to recognize the digital audio connection.

For more information on this feature, see the Dolby Digital entry starting on page 35 in the section, Using The Menu System.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Jacks and Cables

Below is a description of the jacks and cables you can use to make connections. Not all cables come with your digital satellite receiver.

 

S-Video Jack and Cable

 

S-Video jacks/cables provide this receiver’s best picture quality. Remember to connect the left and right audio cables to the

S-VIDEO

TV because the S-Video cable carries only the picture signal, not the sound.

LR

VIDEOAUDIO

Audio/Video (A/V) Jack and Cable (RCA-type)

Audio/Video (A/V) cables provide good picture quality and stereo sound, and should be used if your TV has no S-video jacks. The digital satellite receiver’s A/V jacks are color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio, and white for left audio). If your TV has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white) audio jack on the satellite receiver.

RF Jack and Coaxial Cable (F-type)

RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality. They should be used if A/V connections are not available on your TV. RF jacks are used for off-air antenna and cable feed connections. The RF jacks on the receiver are labeled IN FROM ANT and

ANTENNA IN

OUT TO TV. The coaxial cable supplied with your system is used to connect the receiver to your TV/VCR’s antenna input jack.

VCR Controller

VCR

The VCR Controller plugs into the VCR jack on the satellite receiver’s back panel. Attach the other end of the cable to your VCR’s remote control sensor.

DIGITAL

AUDIO

Digital Audio Output (SPDIF)

If you own an A/V receiver that includes a Dolby Digital-compatible decoder, use a digital audio cable to connect the satellite receiver to your external A/V receiver/decoder.

PHONE

Telephone Jack and Cord

The telephone line cord is required to connect your satellite receiver to a telephone line if you choose to subscribe to DIRECTV® programming. The phone line connection is used to periodically call out to DIRECTV. You will need an RJ11-type modulator jack (the most common type of phone jack) which might look like one of those pictured here. If you don’t have a modular jack, call your local telephone company to find out how to get one installed.

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Contents Satellite Receiver User’s Guide Care and Cleaning Important Safety InstructionsImportant Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents Insert Your Access Card Protect Your Components from Power SurgesThings To Consider Before You Connect Components Choose Your Connection Connections & Setup Using Your Components Excellent Connection Making the ConnectionChapter Very Good ConnectionGo to Using RF Coaxial cables for all connections Basic ConnectionVideo Jack and Cable VCR ControllerSatellite Receiver Rear Panel Back Panel Jacks in alphabetical orderPlug in and Turn on the Receiver Place Batteries in the Remote ControlTo reset the receiver Locating the VCR’s Infrared Remote Control Sensor Using Highlight and SelectTo Find the VCR’s Remote Control Sensor Connect the VCR ControllerComplete the Assisted Setup Selecting a VCR TypeOrder Programming TipUsing the Remote Control Remote Control ButtonsTop of the Digital Satellite Receiver Using the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote Control Using Direct Entry Operating Other ComponentsModes of Operation Controlling a Second RCA Satellite ReceiverCode List Programmable to the TV, AUX1 and AUX2 buttonsDVD Program Guide Channel BannerDisplaying the Program Guide Displaying the ToolbarSatellite Receiver Features Directv Interactive FeatureTo learn more about the Directv Interactive service Buttons of the Channel BannerDisplaying On-screen Guides Getting Around In the GuidesTuning to a Program To Access More DetailsMore Details To search for other programs with similar informationAdditional Program Guides Channel GuideLogo Guide Suggestion GuideCategory Guide AlphaSort GuideScout Guide Profile GuideGuide Toolbar Using the Menu System On-screen Buttons and Context HelpExiting a Screen Getting HelpUsing On-Screen Menus Main Menu ItemsSetting Up Caller ID MessagesMail Caller IDMessage Indicators Caller ID List ScreenDeleting Calls Tip Don’t Forget About the Clear ButtonUsing the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling Upcoming PurchasesSpending Limits Pay Per View ProgramsTimer Recordings Setting Up a TimerEditing or Canceling a Timer Recording with a TimerSetting the Name Copying Profile SettingsUser Profiles Creating and Editing User ProfilesSetting the Rating Limit Setting Up Spending LimitsViewing Hours Locking a User’s ProfileLocking the System Temporarily Unlocking the SystemTemporarily Unlocking the System from the Channel Banner Permanently Unlocking the SystemPersonal Settings System Setup Assisted SetupInfo Message Receiver IndexReceiver Options Connections Dolby Digital* SetupRequirements Dish Pointing Interactive Troubleshooting Problems with Caller IDScreen goes blank during Satellite Data Acquisition Wrong pictureOther Information Finding the TV’s Video Line Input Fine-Tuning the SignalRunning the System Test What your warranty covers How you get serviceFor how long after your purchase What we will do During the initial 90 daysWhat your warranty does not cover Limitation of WarrantyHow state law relates to warranty Product RegistrationFCC Customer Information FCC Declaration of Conformity10330 N. Meridian Street Indianapolis,Accessory Information How To OrderIndex Reviewing purchases 27 RF jacks/cablesTocom Thomson multimedia Inc North Meridian Street Indianapolis,
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