Panasonic TU-IRD20 manual Troubleshooting, Running the System Test

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Troubleshooting

The DSS® SystemTest allows you to run a basic diagnostics check on your DSS® system. If you are experiencing any trouble with your system, run the system test.

Make sure that

•All connections—jacks, cables, etc. are correctly in place.

•There are batteries in the remote, and that they are working correctly.

•The access card is installed in the receiver.

Running the System Test

Follow these steps to run the diagnostics system test on your system.

1.Turn on your TV and the satellite receiver.

2.Press DSS to put remote in DSS® mode, then press MENU/SELECT to bring up the Main menu.

3.Point to and select Options.

4.Point to and select SystemTest. Follow the on-screen directions after the test is completed.

5.If your system does not pass the system test, check any of these potential trouble areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish, phone connection, and access card.

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Contents TU-IRD20 Operating Instructions Safety Information PersonnelImportant Safeguards InstallationIii Table of Contents More Features Lists & LimitsConnections ReferenceWhat is the DSS System? Before YOU BeginOrdering DSS Programming Installing Batteries Remote Control Precautions on Battery UseObserve the Following Precautions Unpacking the BoxUsing This Manual Important Note about this User’s ManualOn-Screen Navigation Method PointSelect Exiting a ScreenWhat is a Program Guide? Using the Program GuidesProgram Guides Changing Channels with the number KeysTuning to a Program Selecting a Program Guide from the 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 GuideWhat is a Menu? Menu SystemYour On-Screen Living Room Using the Menu System Using HelpExit and Help Main Menu Won’t Appear?Changing the Main Menu’s Appearance Don’t Forget about the ExitButton Menu Descriptions Explore, Explore, ExploreProfiles Controlling The SystemEspecially for Parents Creating and Editing a Profile Editing a User’s Name Editing the Channel ListAdd or Delete All Channels Setting the Rating Limit Locking a User’s ProfileSetting Up Spending Limits Locking the SystemUnlocking a User’s Profile Forget Your System Password? Choosing Your Profile to Watch DSS ProgrammingUnlocking the System Session UnlockMore Features Tuning to a PPV ProgramPay-Per-View Programs Purchasing and ViewingUsing 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 RecordingsLocating the Infrared Remote Control Sensor on Your VCR Connecting the VCR Controller Selecting a VCR TypeRecording with Timer Editing or Canceling a TimerVCR Codes Using Logo Tune Editing One-Button Recording SettingsOne-Button Recording One-Button Record TipHow to Tell When You Have Mail MailboxAlternate Audio Programs Checking Your MailNew Access Card Setup Picture SizeSystem Test Alternate Audio Display ScreenUsing On-Line Help Auto HelpHelp Buttons Menu HelpThings to Know Before Connecting Components Protect Your Components from Power SurgesConnections Protect Your Components from OverheatingConnecting Your Satellite Receiver to Your TV Jacks and CablesVideo Jack and Cable S-VHS Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeChoosing a Connection Connection aConnection B Connection CConnection a Best Picture and Sound QualityConnection B Very Good Picture and Sound QualityConnection C Good Picture and Sound QualityTo connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box To receive cable programming with cable boxConnection D To connect TV and antenna or cable boxInteractive Setup Disabling Interactive SetupProgramming the Remote Control ReferenceDSS System Overview Controls and ButtonsParts of the DSS System World ViewHome View Home Theater Universal Remote included with your DSS systemFront Panel Controls Back Panel Remote Control Buttons To Maximize Battery LifeHelpful Hints Programming the Remote Control Using Access Codes When the Code is Known Preferred MethodWhen the Code is Not Known Television Infrared Codes Index Code Index for TelevisionsVCR Infrared Codes Index Code Index for VCRsCode Index for Cassette Players Cable Converter Box Infrared Codes Index Laser Disc Players and DSS and Infrared Remote Codes IndexGlossary Signal Meter Past PurchasesPoint and Select Ratings LimitTroubleshooting Running the System TestWarranty Information Panasonic Limited WarrantyDigital Satellite Systems Limits and ExclusionsAccessories Purchase Parts Distribution LocationsRegional Customer Care Departments Replacement Program In-warranty* after sales supportWarranty Information Acceptable credit cardsIndex 15167610Timer feature FCC Registration Information Radio InterferenceNotification to the Local Telephone Company Rights of the Telephone CompanyOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey Tocom