RCA pmn manual Connection a, Best Picture and Sound Quality

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

	CONNECTION A		TV
	CONNECTION A
	BEST PICTURE AND SOUND QUALITY
	To use this connection you must have:
	•	TV with separate RF, audio/video, and S-Video inputs (jacks)	DSS
	•		RECEIVER
			RECEIVER
	•	VCR with RF and audio/video inputs
	•	Coaxial, audio/video, and S-Video cables
	To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable box:		VCR
	1.	Connect coaxial cables as shown.
	2.	Connect audio/video cables as shown.
	3.	Connect S-Video cable as shown.

To receive DSS® programming:

1.Tune TV to receive the S-Video output from the DSS® receiver.

2.Tune DSS® receiver to desired channel.

IN

S-VIDEOVIDEO R AUDIO L

SATELLITE

DISH

OUT TO TV
		VIDEO	R	L
		S-VIDEO		AUDIO
IN FROM ANT	CH4	S-VIDEO			SATELLITE IN	CABLE
IN FROM ANT
		VIDEO	R	L
	CH3	VIDEO	R	L
				AUDIO		OR
						OR
						OFF-AIR ANTENNA

IN FROM ANT VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

CH3

CH4

R L

OUT TO TV

VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT

To receive off-air programming (no cable box):

1.Turn off VCR and DSS® receiver.

2.Tune TV to desired channel.

To receive off-air programming (with cable box):

1.Turn off VCR and DSS® receiver.

2.Tune TV to cable box output channel (usually CH2, CH3, or CH4).

3.Tune cable box to desired channel.

To record DSS® programming:

1.Tune TV to receive S-Video output from DSS® receiver.

2.Tune DSS® receiver to desired channel.

3.Set your VCR to record on line input.

To view VCR programming:

1. Tune TV to VCR output channel (usually CH3 or CH4).

CAUTION

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS® receiver. See Safety Information, inside front cover.

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Contents Satellite Receiver Users Guide Safety Information Care and CleaningTable of Contents Reference First Things First Read the First TWO ChaptersFirst Things First Rest of the ManualWhat is the DSS SYSTEM? Installing Batteries in the Remote Control WHAT’S in the BOXProgramming the Remote Using this Manual Important Note about this USER’S ManualPoint and Select Method PointSelect Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TV 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 boxConnecting the VCR Controller Locating the VCR’S Infrared Remote Control SensorUsing the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor Selecting a VCR Type Interactive Setup Ordering DSS ProgrammingWhat is a Program GUIDE? Program GuidesProgram 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 GuidesChannel Guide Logo GuideAttractions Guide Exiting a Program GuideSorting the Guides TopicsMovies SportsAll 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 ExploreProgram Guide Anatomy of a Program GuideWant More Information? HOW to Tell When YOU have Mail MailboxChecking Your Mail Tuning to a PPV Program PAY-PER-VIEW ProgramsPurchasing 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 LimitsTimers Feature Setting Up Timer RecordingsRecording 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 HoursDon’t Forget Your Password Locking a USER’S ProfileLocking the System Unlocking the System Session UnlockChoosing Your Profile Interactive Setup OptionsAbout DSS Look and FeelSystem Options Audio Language Alternate DataDish Pointing Menu Screen Using the ON-SCREEN Signal Meter Peak SignalHome Control setup Device SetupHome Control Select Set Timer Device ControlFetch Menu Customize the Fetch MenuReference HOW IT ALL WorksWHAT’S IT FOR? What Else can IT DO?Parts of the DSS System World ViewHome View Controls and Buttons Front Panel ControlsBack Panel Controls Remote Control Buttons Programming the Remote Control Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS ReceiverTransport 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 Mailbox Main MenuPast Purchases 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 yoursWhat your warranty does not cover How state law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your product outside the United StatesAppendix B FCC Regulations FCC Registration InformationRadio Interference 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