RCA pmn manual Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

First Things First	3
What is the DSS® System?	4
What’s in the Box	5
Using This Manual	6
The Point and Select Method	7
Connecting Your DSS® Receiver to Your TV	8
Things to Know Before Connecting Components	8
Jacks and Cables	9
Connecting the VCR Controller	14
Ordering DSS® Programming	16
Program Guides	17
Anatomy of a Program Guide	18
Anatomy of The Channel Banner	19
Using the GUIDE Button	20
Getting Around in the Guides	20
Tuning to a Program	21
The Other Program Guides	21
Sorting the Guides	23
The Menu System	29
Using the Menu System	30
Exit and Help	30
Menu Descriptions	31
The Program Guide	32
Anatomy of a Program Guide	32
The Mailbox	33
How to tell when you have mail	33
Checking your mail	33
Pay-Per-View Programs	34
Purchasing and Previewing	34
Tuning to a PPV Program	34
Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs	35
Using the Attractions Guide	36
Using the Purchases Menu	37
Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase	37
Spending Limits	38
Timers Feature	39
Profiles	41
Creating a profile Channel List	41
Setting the Ratings Limit	42
Viewing Hours	43
Setting Up Spending Limits	43

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Contents Satellite Receiver Users Guide Care and Cleaning Safety InformationTable of Contents Reference Rest of the Manual First Things FirstRead the First TWO Chapters First Things FirstWhat is the DSS SYSTEM? Installing Batteries in the Remote Control WHAT’S in the BOXProgramming the Remote Important Note about this USER’S Manual Using this ManualPoint and Select Method PointSelect Protect Your Components from Overheating Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVThings 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 DConnecting the VCR Controller Locating the VCR’S Infrared Remote Control SensorUsing the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor Selecting a VCR Type Ordering DSS Programming Interactive SetupWhat is a Program GUIDE? Program GuidesProgram Guides Bringing UP the Program Guides Anatomy of a Program GuideHighlighted Scout binoculars icon a Scout has found Anatomy of the Channel BannerGetting around in the Guides Using the Guide ButtonOther Program Guides Tuning to a ProgramExiting a Program Guide Channel GuideLogo Guide Attractions GuideTopics Sorting the GuidesMovies SportsAll 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 DescriptionsProgram 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 Buy and Record Option Using the Program Guide for PPV ProgramsUsing the Attractions Guide Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming Purchase Using the Purchases MenuSpending Limits Spending limits are in effect only when the system is lockedTimers Feature Setting Up Timer RecordingsRecording with Timer Editing or Canceling a Timer Schedule a Timer with the Record ButtonCreating a Profile Channel List ProfilesAdd or Delete All Channels Setting the Ratings LimitViewing Hours Setting UP Spending LimitsDon’t Forget Your Password Locking a USER’S ProfileLocking the System Unlocking the System Session UnlockChoosing Your Profile Options Interactive SetupLook and Feel About DSSSystem Options Alternate Data Audio LanguageDish Pointing Menu Screen Peak Signal Using the ON-SCREEN Signal MeterHome Control setup Device SetupHome Control Device Control Select Set TimerCustomize the Fetch Menu Fetch MenuWhat Else can IT DO? ReferenceHOW IT ALL Works WHAT’S IT FOR?World View Parts of the DSS SystemHome View Front Panel Controls Controls and ButtonsBack 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 VCR Programming the Remote to Control Your TVProgramming the Remote to Control Other Devices Using the Remote Buttons to Control a DeviceTV Codes Remote CodesVCR Codes Glossary Point and Select MailboxMain Menu Past PurchasesRunning the System Test TroubleshootingRCA Digital Satellite System Limited Warranty Appendix a Warranty InformationTo receive a replacement receiver before you return yours How you get serviceIf you purchased your product outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty Product RegistrationNotification to the Local Telephone Company Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information Radio InterferencePlease complete other side also Appendix C AccessoriesUnited States and Canada Orders Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PADSS IndexIndex Page Tocom North Meridian Street Indianapolis,