RCA pmn manual Timers Feature, Setting Up Timer Recordings, Recording with Timer

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THE MENU SYSTEM

TIMERS FEATURE

The Timers feature allows you to preset your system to automatically tune to a particular channel at a predetermined time.

To use the Timers feature, select Timers from the Main menu to bring up the Timers screen. Select a Timer (1-8) and then use the arrow keys to complete the on-screen sentence. When the sentence is complete, select Run Timer.

Complete the on-screen sentence to set up a timer.

Setting Up Timer Recordings

The Timers feature allows you to set up timer recordings when you connect the VCR Controller to your DSS® receiver, and tell the receiver what type of VCR you are using.

Recording with Timer

If you choose Record instead of Watch when setting the Timer (and have set up your VCR as previously discussed), the Timer will toggle on your VCR, then start and stop recording a program.

To record with timers:

•Your VCR must be preset to the DSS® output channel (RF or Line).

•Your VCR must be OFF at the time the program is to start recording.

On-screen icons are an easy way to understand the timers.

indicates the timer is set.

indicates the timer is set for a PPV.

indicates a timer conflict.

When recording a PPV program, don’t forget to purchase the program as well as set up the timer. Select Buy and Record to do both.

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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? Programming the Remote Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlWHAT’S in the BOX Important Note about this USER’S Manual Using this ManualSelect Point and Select MethodPoint 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 DUsing the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor Connecting the VCR ControllerLocating the VCR’S Infrared Remote Control Sensor Selecting a VCR Type Ordering DSS Programming Interactive SetupProgram Guides What is a Program GUIDE?Program 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 GuidesAll MoviesSports 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 DescriptionsWant 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 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 lockedRecording with Timer Timers FeatureSetting Up Timer Recordings 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 LimitsLocking the System Don’t Forget Your PasswordLocking a USER’S Profile Choosing Your Profile Unlocking the SystemSession Unlock Options Interactive SetupLook and Feel About DSSSystem Options Alternate Data Audio LanguageDish Pointing Menu Screen Peak Signal Using the ON-SCREEN Signal MeterHome Control Home Control setupDevice Setup 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 Transport Buttons REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, Record Programming the Remote ControlUsing the Remote to Control a Second DSS Receiver 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,