RCA DRD403RA owner manual What is the DSS SYSTEM?, Ordering DSS Programming

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

WHAT IS THE DSS® SYSTEM?

You’ve purchased the DSS® Digital Satellite System, so you already know a lot of the great things it offers. You know that the DSS® system uses the latest satellite technology to deliver television programming to your home. And you know that the transmissions are digital, so the quality of the picture and audio rivals that of laser discs and CDs. You know the dish is small—18 inches wide—and that it often can be installed in a matter of hours. (See the DSS® System Installer Guide for specific information.)

Those are the some of the things you probably know about the DSS® system. But what about the things you don’t know? For instance...

•The DSS® system works like your TV. Pick up the DSS® remote and push the DSS® button. Press the Channel Up/Down buttons to scan through the channels. Press the number keys to go directly to a channel.

•There is an on-screen Program Guide. The Program Guide is like a TV listing in the newspaper. It is designed to help you select regular programs and pay-per-view events. You can also sort the Guide to list only specific types of programs. You can select Sports, for example, and your guide will show current and upcoming sports programs only. Or Movies. Or News.

•There is the on-screen Menu System that allows you to customize your system. You can set up your system, build channel lists, preview coming attractions, set spending limits, and receive mail from your program providers.

•There are three types of On-line Help to assist you in learning how to use the DSS® system: Auto Help, Help buttons, and the About DSS menu. (See “Using On-line Help,” page 38.)

ORDERING DSS® PROGRAMMING

After you have installed your system, you should contact the service providers, DIRECTV and USSB to receive DSS® programming.

Programming with DIRECTV:	Call 1-800-347-3288
Programming with USSB:	Call 1-800-204-USSB

When you order programming, you need to know your Access Card number. To get the number, select Options from the Main menu, and then select System Test. Wait for the system to run all of it’s tests. The Access Card number is displayed at the end of the system test.

Write the Access Card number in the space below for easy reference:

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Contents Satellite Receiver Safety Information Refer Servicing to Qualified Service PersonnelTable of Contents Connections ReferencePutting YOU in Control First Things FirstHI, MY Name is JAY Read the First Four Sections WHAT’S LEFT?What is the DSS SYSTEM? Ordering DSS ProgrammingInstalling Batteries in the Remote Control WHAT’S in the BOXUsing this Manual Important Note about this USER’S ManualOnly Rule Point and Select WHAT? THERE’S a RULE?Only Rule Point and Select What is Point and SELECT? PointSelect What is a Program GUIDE? Program GuideProgram Guide Getting around Program Guide Using the Guide ButtonBringing UP the Program Guides Changing Channels with the NumberTuning to a Program Selecting a Program Guide from Main MenuScrolling page by Types of Program Guides Grid GuideInfo Guide Topic Guide Channel GuideAttractions Guide Using the Sorting Buttons Sorting the Grid and Info GuidesUsing the Themes Button Exiting a Program GuidePage Your ON-SCREEN Living Room Menu SystemWHAT’S a MENU? DON’T Forget Point and SelectExit and Help Using the Menu SystemUsing Help Exiting a ScreenChanging the Main MENU’S Appearance Don’t Forget about Clear buttonMenu Descriptions EXPLORE, EXPLORE, ExploreEspecially for Parents ProfilesDifferent Drummers ProfilesPersonalizing the User Profiles MenuselectCreating and Editing a Profile Setting the Ratings Limit Editing the Channel ListADD or Delete ALL Channels Don’t Forget Your Password Locking a USER’S ProfileUnlocking a User’s Profile Setting UP Spending Limits Controlling the SystemLocking the System Unlocking the SystemChoosing Your Profile to Watch DSS Programming Session UnlockMore Features WHAT? THERE’S MORE?Tuning to a PPV Program PAY-PER-VIEW ProgramsPurchasing and Viewing Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs Using the Attractions GuideBuy and Record Option Using the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming PurchaseTimer Feature Setting UP Timer RecordingsConnecting the VCR Controller When Recording a PPV Program Recording with TimerEditing or Canceling a Timer Editing One-Button Recording SettingsHOW to Tell When YOU have Mail ONE-BUTTON Recording with TimerUsing Fetch MailboxAlternate Audio Programs Mailbox SizeALT AUD Remote Button System Test NEW Access Card SetupPicture Size Alternate Audio Display ScreenHelp Buttons Using ON-LINE HelpAuto Help Menu HelpConnections Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsProtect Your Components from Power Surges Protect Your Components from OverheatingVideo Jack and Cable S-VHS Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVJacks and Cables Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeConnection B Choosing a ConnectionConnection a Connection CConnection a Best Picture and Sound QualityConnection B Very Good Picture and Sound QualityTo connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box Connection CGood Picture and Sound Quality To receive cable programming with cable boxConnection D To connect TV and antenna or cable boxInteractive Setup Disabling Interactive SetupWHAT’S IT FOR? ReferenceHOW IT ALL Works What Else can IT DO?Parts of the DSS System World ViewHome View DSS TV Universal Remote included with your DSS systemControls and Buttons Front Panel ControlsBack Panel Controls Remote Control Buttons Programming the Remote Control Programming the Remote to Control Your TVProgramming the Remote to Control Your VCR Programming the Remote to Control Other DevicesProgramming the Remote to Control a Second VCR Using the Remote Buttons to Control a Device Programming the Remote to Control a Cable BoxProgramming the remote to control a laserdisc player Remote Codes TV CodesVCR Codes Glossary Past Purchases Signal MeterMain Menu Point and SelectTroubleshooting Running the System TestWhat Your Warranty Covers Appendix a Warranty InformationDigital Satellite System DSS Limited Warranty TOLL-FREE Telephone Product HelpHOW YOU GET Service To receive a replacement receiver before your return yoursWhat WE will do Product Registration What Your Warranty does not CoverHOW State LAW Relates to this Warranty If YOU Purchased Your Product Outside the USANotification to the Local Telephone Company Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information Rights of the Telephone CompanyAppendix C Accessories Audio/Video CablesUnited States and Canadian Orders Index Phone Jack Remote Video Satellite VCR ControlUssb Page 100%