RCA 1998 manual Interactive Setup, Ordering Satellite Programming

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

INTERACTIVE SETUP

If you self-installed your satellite dish antenna, you may have already used the interactive setup to find the dish pointing coordinates, acquire and fine-tune the signal, and run a system test.

If you need to run the interactive setup again, select Options from the Main menu, then select Interactive Setup.

If you just want to check your dish pointing coordinates, or run the signal strength meter, select Dish Pointing from the Main menu.

ORDERING SATELLITE PROGRAMMING

After you have installed your system, you should contact the service providers, DIRECTV and USSB to receive satellite programming.

Programming with DIRECTV:	Call 1-800-347-3288
Programming with USSB:	Call 1-800-204-USSB

When you order programming, you need to know your Access Card number. To get the number, select Options from the Main menu, then System Options, and then select System Test.

Wait for the system to run all of it’s tests. The Access Card number is displayed at the end of the system test.

Write the Access Card number in the space below for easy reference:

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Contents Satellite Receiver Users Guide Safety Information Refer Servicing to Qualified Service PersonnelTable of Contents Reference First Things First Read the First TWO ChaptersFirst Things First Rest of the ManualWhat is the Digital Satellite SYSTEM? WHAT’S in the BOX Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote Using this Manual Important Note about this USER’S ManualPoint Point and Select MethodSelect Connecting Your Receiver to Your Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsProtect Your Components from Power Surges Protect Your Components from OverheatingJacks and Cables Video Jack and CableAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-typeConnection a Best Picture and Sound QualityConnection B Very Good Picture and Sound QualityConnection C Good Picture and Sound QualityTo connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box To receive cable programming with cable boxConnection D To connect TV and antenna or cable boxInteractive Setup Ordering Satellite ProgrammingProgram Guides What is a Program GUIDE?Program Guides Anatomy of a Program Guide Bringing UP the Program GuidesAnatomy of the Channel Banner Using the Guide Button Getting around in the GuidesTuning to a Program Other Program GuidesChannel Guide Logo GuideAttractions Guide Exiting a Program GuideSorting the Guides TopicsSports MoviesAll AlphaSort Backspace or Clear AllScout Other Guides Other buttons Exit HelpDown Arrow Main menuMenu System WHAT’S a MENU?DON’T Forget Point and Select Menu SystemUsing the Menu System Using HelpExit and Help Exiting a ScreenMenu Descriptions DON’T be Afraid to ExploreAnatomy of a Program Guide Program GuideWant More Information? Mailbox HOW to Tell When YOU have MailChecking Your Mail PAY-PER-VIEW Programs Tuning to a PPV ProgramPurchasing and Previewing Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs Using the Attractions Guide Using the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming PurchaseEditing or Canceling a Timer Timers FeatureSpending Limits Profiles Creating a Profile Channel ListSetting the Ratings Limit Add or Delete All ChannelsSetting UP Spending Limits Viewing HoursLocking a USER’S Profile Don’t Forget Your PasswordLocking the System Session Unlock Unlocking the SystemChoosing Your Profile Options Interactive SetupSystem Info Look and Feel System OptionsAudio Language Alternate DataDish Pointing Menu Screen Using the ON-SCREEN Signal Meter Peak SignalDevice Setup Home Control setupHome Control Select Set Timer Device ControlReference HOW IT ALL WorksWHAT’S IT FOR? ReferenceHome View Front Panel Controls Back Panel ControlsRemote Control Buttons Using the Remote Buttons to Control a Device Programming the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote to Control Your TV Troubleshooting Remote TV CodesRepair Help Appendix a Warranty InformationReturning Equipment to Thomson for Repair or Exchange RCA Digital Satellite System Limited Warranty What your warranty coversHow you get service For how long after your purchaseWhat your warranty does not cover How state law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your product outside the United StatesFCC Registration Information Appendix B FCC RegulationsRadio Interference Appendix C Accessories HC30AMUnited States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your VisaIndex Guides. See Program guides100%