RCA pmn Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TV, Things to Know Before Connecting Components

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

CONNECTING YOUR DSS® RECEIVER TO

YOUR TV

During the satellite dish installation, the receiver may have been connected to your TV with just a coaxial cable for the system test. Depending on what components you have, another connection may provide better picture and audio quality. The following sections provide cable and connection information to help you decide what connection is best for you.

THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE CONNECTING

COMPONENTS

Protect Your Components from Power Surges

•Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet.

•Always turn off the DSS® receiver, TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.

Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference

•Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.

•Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV’s back panel instead of straight down the middle after you connect your components.

•Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from the audio/video cables as much as possible.

•Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with your unit.

Protect Your Components from Overheating

•Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.

•Do not stack components.

•Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.

•Place an amplifier or DSS® receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components.

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Contents Satellite Receiver Users Guide Safety Information Care and CleaningTable of Contents Reference First Things First First Things FirstRead the First TWO Chapters Rest of the ManualWhat is the DSS 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 Protect Your Components from Power Surges Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVThings to Know Before Connecting Components Protect Your Components from OverheatingAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Jacks and CablesVideo Jack and Cable RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-typeConnection a Best Picture and Sound QualityConnection B Very Good Picture and Sound QualityTo connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box Connection CGood Picture and Sound Quality To receive cable programming with cable boxConnection D To connect TV and antenna or cable boxLocating the VCR’S Infrared Remote Control Sensor Connecting the VCR ControllerUsing the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor Selecting a VCR Type Interactive Setup Ordering DSS ProgrammingProgram Guides What is a Program GUIDE?Program Guides Anatomy of a Program Guide Bringing UP the Program GuidesAnatomy of the Channel Banner Highlighted Scout binoculars icon a Scout has foundUsing the Guide Button Getting around in the GuidesTuning to a Program Other Program GuidesAttractions Guide Channel GuideLogo Guide Exiting a Program GuideSorting the Guides TopicsSports MoviesAll AlphaSort Backspace or Clear AllScout Other Guides Down Arrow Other buttons ExitHelp Main menuDON’T Forget Point and Select Menu SystemWHAT’S a MENU? Menu SystemExit and Help Using the Menu SystemUsing 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 Buy and Record OptionUsing the Attractions Guide Using the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming PurchaseSpending limits are in effect only when the system is locked Spending LimitsSetting Up Timer Recordings Timers FeatureRecording with Timer Schedule a Timer with the Record Button Editing or Canceling a TimerProfiles 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 Interactive Setup OptionsAbout DSS Look and FeelSystem Options Audio Language Alternate DataDish Pointing Menu Screen Using the ON-SCREEN Signal Meter Peak SignalDevice Setup Home Control setupHome Control Select Set Timer Device ControlFetch Menu Customize the Fetch MenuWHAT’S IT FOR? ReferenceHOW IT ALL Works What Else can IT DO?Parts of the DSS System World ViewHome View Controls and Buttons Front Panel ControlsBack Panel Controls Remote Control Buttons Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS Receiver Programming the Remote ControlTransport Buttons REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, Record Programming the Remote to Control Your TV Programming the Remote to Control Your VCRUsing the Remote Buttons to Control a Device Programming the Remote to Control Other DevicesRemote Codes TV CodesVCR Codes Glossary Past Purchases MailboxMain Menu Point and SelectTroubleshooting Running the System TestAppendix a Warranty Information RCA Digital Satellite System Limited WarrantyHow you get service To receive a replacement receiver before you return yoursProduct Registration What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty If you purchased your product outside the United StatesRadio Interference Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information Notification to the Local Telephone CompanyAppendix C Accessories Please complete other side alsoVideo Accessories PO Box Ronks, PA United States and Canada OrdersIndex DSSIndex Page North Meridian Street Indianapolis, Tocom