RCA 1998 manual Anatomy of the Channel Banner

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PROGRAM GUIDES

ANATOMY OF THE CHANNEL BANNER

Some of the items you select in the guides can also be selected in the channel banner.

Program titles	“Family” is one of five
and information	selectable Profiles

Takes you to the Main menu

Locks and unlocks the system

Sorts the guide alphabetically by title

Use Home Control or Data Port

Read mail from program providers

Searches guide for specific information

The channel banner appears whenever you tune to a channel, exit a guide, or press INFO on the remote. Use the arrow buttons and MENU•SELECT to choose an item.

On-screen icons represent frequently used menu items. Some icons also change appearance to show the item’s status.

Green Unlock icon The system is unlocked. Spending, viewing and other limits can be accessed and changed.

Yellow Unlock icon A password has been entered to override family or profile limits. No limits can be accessed or changed.

Red Lock icon No limits can be accessed or changed. A password is required to override limits or access the system.

Highlighted Scout (binoculars) icon A Scout has found

program information.

Highlighted Mail icon indicates a message in your mailbox.

Home Control or Data Port icons The icon changes appearance depending on how the Low Speed Data port is used.

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Contents Satellite Receiver Users Guide Refer Servicing to Qualified Service Personnel Safety InformationTable of Contents Reference Rest of the Manual First Things FirstRead the First TWO Chapters First Things FirstWhat is the Digital Satellite SYSTEM? WHAT’S in the BOX Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote Important Note about this USER’S Manual Using this ManualPoint Point and Select MethodSelect Protect Your Components from Overheating Connecting Your Receiver to YourThings to Know Before Connecting Components Protect Your Components from Power SurgesRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type Jacks and CablesVideo Jack and Cable Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeBest Picture and Sound Quality Connection aVery Good Picture and Sound Quality Connection BTo receive cable programming with cable box Connection CGood Picture and Sound Quality To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable boxTo connect TV and antenna or cable box Connection DOrdering Satellite Programming Interactive SetupProgram Guides What is a Program GUIDE?Program Guides Bringing UP the Program Guides Anatomy of a Program GuideAnatomy of the Channel Banner Getting around in the Guides Using the Guide ButtonOther Program Guides Tuning to a ProgramExiting a Program Guide Channel GuideLogo Guide Attractions GuideTopics Sorting the GuidesSports MoviesAll Backspace or Clear All AlphaSortScout Other Guides Main menu Other buttons ExitHelp Down ArrowMenu System Menu SystemWHAT’S a MENU? DON’T Forget Point and SelectExiting a Screen Using the Menu SystemUsing Help Exit and HelpDON’T be Afraid to Explore Menu DescriptionsAnatomy 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 Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming Purchase Using the Purchases MenuEditing or Canceling a Timer Timers FeatureSpending Limits Creating a Profile Channel List ProfilesAdd or Delete All Channels Setting the Ratings LimitViewing Hours Setting UP Spending LimitsLocking a USER’S Profile Don’t Forget Your PasswordLocking the System Session Unlock Unlocking the SystemChoosing Your Profile Options Interactive SetupSystem Info System Options Look and FeelAlternate Data Audio LanguageDish Pointing Menu Screen Peak Signal Using the ON-SCREEN Signal MeterDevice Setup Home Control setupHome Control Device Control Select Set TimerReference ReferenceHOW IT ALL Works WHAT’S IT FOR?Home View Back Panel Controls Front Panel ControlsRemote Control Buttons Using the Remote Buttons to Control a Device Programming the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote to Control Your TV Remote TV Codes TroubleshootingRepair Help Appendix a Warranty InformationReturning Equipment to Thomson for Repair or Exchange For how long after your purchase RCA Digital Satellite System Limited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers How you get serviceIf you purchased your product outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty Product RegistrationFCC Registration Information Appendix B FCC RegulationsRadio Interference HC30AM Appendix C AccessoriesTo place your order by phone, have your Visa United States and Canada OrdersGuides. See Program guides Index100%