RCA 1998 manual Options, Interactive Setup, System Info

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THE MENU SYSTEM

OPTIONS

The Options menu lets you set up preferences for the look and feel of the system as well as how some of the features work.

The Options menu lets you change how the system works.

The following sections explain your options when changing your personal preferences. Follow the on-screen instructions to make changes to the system.

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

System Info

Select System Info from the Options menu to choose from a list of on-line Help topics. Point and select to find out about the specific parts of the satellite system, then use the right arrow key to continue through each of the Help screens or press MENU•SELECT to return to the Help menu.

Program Guide shows a screen-by-screen overview of the Program guide features.

Menu System shows a screen-by-screen overview of the system menus.

Remote Control shows an on-screen display of the remote control. Point to the different remote buttons to see a brief description of the highlighted button. Remotes may vary by model.

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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? Programming the Remote Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlWHAT’S in the BOX Using this Manual Important Note about this USER’S ManualSelect Point and Select MethodPoint 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 TopicsAll MoviesSports 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 ExploreWant More Information? Program GuideAnatomy of a Program Guide Checking Your Mail HOW to Tell When YOU have MailMailbox Purchasing and Previewing Tuning to a PPV ProgramPAY-PER-VIEW Programs Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs Using the Attractions Guide Using the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming PurchaseSpending Limits Timers FeatureEditing or Canceling a Timer Profiles Creating a Profile Channel ListSetting the Ratings Limit Add or Delete All ChannelsSetting UP Spending Limits Viewing HoursLocking the System Don’t Forget Your PasswordLocking a USER’S Profile Choosing Your Profile Unlocking the SystemSession Unlock System Info Interactive SetupOptions Look and Feel System OptionsAudio Language Alternate DataDish Pointing Menu Screen Using the ON-SCREEN Signal Meter Peak SignalHome Control Home Control setupDevice Setup Select Set Timer Device ControlReference HOW IT ALL WorksWHAT’S IT FOR? ReferenceHome View Front Panel Controls Back Panel ControlsRemote Control Buttons Programming the Remote to Control Your TV Programming the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Buttons to Control a Device Troubleshooting Remote TV CodesReturning Equipment to Thomson for Repair or Exchange Appendix a Warranty InformationRepair Help 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 StatesRadio Interference Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information Appendix C Accessories HC30AMUnited States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your VisaIndex Guides. See Program guides100%