RCA pmn manual Back Panel Controls

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OUT

TO

TV

IN

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

R AUDIO L

VCR CONTROL

SATELLITE IN

LOW SPEED DATA

PHONE JACK

CH 4

CH 3

FROM

ANT

BACK PANEL CONTROLS

OUT TO TV Use to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV. However, if your TV has audio/video jacks, you should use those jacks to get better picture and sound quality.

IN FROM ANT Use to connect an off-air antenna or cable TV signal to the DSS® system.

CH3/CH4 SWITCH If a coaxial cable is used to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV, you must set the CH3/CH4 SWITCH. For example, to see the DSS® signal on TV channel 3, set the switch to 3.

S-VIDEOProvides the best picture quality. If your TV has S-VIDEO capability, use this jack along with the audio/video jacks to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV.

VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the OUT TO TV jack. If your TV has audio/video capability, use this jack to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV. You must also connect the AUDIO jacks.

AUDIO (R and L) Provide better sound quality than the OUT TO TV jack. If your TV has audio/video capability, use these jacks to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV. You must also connect the VIDEO jack.

VCR CONTROL Allows the receiver to control your VCR.

SATELLITE IN Use to connect the DSS® receiver to the satellite dish antenna.

LOW SPEED DATA PORT this port allows you to connect the DSS® system to accessories, such as the Home Control base module.

PHONE JACK Use to connect a phone line to the DSS® receiver. The DSS® system requires a phone line connection to periodically call out to program providers.

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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? WHAT’S in the BOX Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote Important Note about this USER’S Manual Using this ManualPoint Point and Select MethodSelect 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 DLocating the VCR’S Infrared Remote Control Sensor Connecting the VCR ControllerUsing the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote 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 GuidesSports MoviesAll 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 DescriptionsAnatomy 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 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 lockedSetting Up Timer Recordings Timers FeatureRecording 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 LimitsLocking a USER’S Profile Don’t Forget Your PasswordLocking the System Session Unlock Unlocking the SystemChoosing Your Profile Options Interactive SetupLook and Feel About DSSSystem Options Alternate Data Audio LanguageDish Pointing Menu Screen Peak Signal Using the ON-SCREEN Signal MeterDevice Setup Home Control 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 Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS Receiver Programming the Remote ControlTransport 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,