RCA pmn manual Menu Descriptions, DON’T be Afraid to Explore

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THE MENU SYSTEM

MENU DESCRIPTIONS

This section briefly describes each of the available Main menu options. More information about each menu and its features is included later in this chapter.

Program Guide

Shows the on-screen programming schedules.

Mailbox

Use to read mail messages from your program providers.

Purchases

Use to review or cancel upcoming purchases, and to review past purchases.

Timers

Allows you to schedule the DSS® system to tune to a specific channel at a specific time, and to record that channel.

Profiles

Allows you to set ratings limits, spending limits, and viewing hours, as well as create favorite channel lists.

Options

Allows you to find out more about the DSS® receiver and remote, change how your system looks, run the system test and install a new access card.

Dish Pointing

Use to find your dish pointing coordinates, and to access the on-screen signal strength meter.

Home Control

With the proper equipment, this feature lets you control certain devices and appliances in your house.

DON’T BE AFRAID TO EXPLORE

Once you’ve learned the basics, feel free to poke around the menu system because exploring is the best way to learn. The context-sensitive help at the bottom of the screen provides instructions for getting through any particular menu or control panel. Remember, press CLEAR at any time to leave the menu system and return to regular DSS® system viewing.

Don’t Forget about the

CLEAR button

Press the CLEAR button on the remote to remove the on-screen menus and return to normal viewing.

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Contents Satellite Receiver Users Guide Care and Cleaning Safety InformationTable of Contents Reference Read the First TWO Chapters First Things FirstFirst Things First Rest of the ManualWhat 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 Things to Know Before Connecting Components Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVProtect Your Components from Power Surges Protect Your Components from OverheatingVideo Jack and Cable Jacks and CablesAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-typeBest Picture and Sound Quality Connection aVery Good Picture and Sound Quality Connection BGood Picture and Sound Quality Connection CTo connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box To receive cable programming with 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 ProgramLogo Guide Channel GuideAttractions Guide Exiting a Program GuideTopics Sorting the GuidesMovies SportsAll Backspace or Clear All AlphaSortScout Other Guides Help Other buttons ExitDown Arrow Main menuWHAT’S a MENU? Menu SystemDON’T Forget Point and Select Menu SystemUsing Help Using the Menu SystemExit and Help Exiting a ScreenDON’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 MenuHOW IT ALL Works ReferenceWHAT’S IT FOR? What Else can IT DO?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 Main Menu MailboxPast Purchases Point and SelectRunning the System Test TroubleshootingRCA Digital Satellite System Limited Warranty Appendix a Warranty InformationTo receive a replacement receiver before you return yours How you get serviceHow state law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your product outside the United StatesFCC Registration Information Appendix B FCC RegulationsRadio Interference Notification to the Local Telephone CompanyPlease complete other side also Appendix C AccessoriesUnited States and Canada Orders Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PADSS IndexIndex Page Tocom North Meridian Street Indianapolis,