Panasonic TU-IRD20 manual Before YOU Begin, What is the DSS System?, Ordering DSS Programming

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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 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.

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.

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 TU-IRD20 Operating Instructions Personnel Safety InformationInstallation Important SafeguardsIii Table of Contents Reference More FeaturesLists & Limits ConnectionsBefore YOU Begin What is the DSS System?Ordering DSS Programming Unpacking the Box Installing Batteries Remote ControlPrecautions on Battery Use Observe the Following PrecautionsImportant Note about this User’s Manual Using This ManualExiting a Screen On-Screen Navigation MethodPoint SelectChanging Channels with the number Keys What is a Program Guide?Using the Program Guides Program GuidesSelecting a Program Guide from the Main Menu Tuning to a ProgramScrolling Page By Grid Guide Types of Program GuidesInfo Guide Channel Guide Topic GuideAttractions Guide Sorting the Grid and Info Guides Using the Sorting ButtonsExiting a Program Guide Using the Themes ButtonMenu System What is a Menu?Your On-Screen Living Room Main Menu Won’t Appear? Using the Menu SystemUsing Help Exit and HelpDon’t Forget about the Exit Changing the Main Menu’s AppearanceButton Explore, Explore, Explore Menu DescriptionsControlling The System ProfilesEspecially for Parents Creating and Editing a Profile Editing the Channel List Editing a User’s NameAdd or Delete All Channels Locking a User’s Profile Setting the Rating LimitLocking the System Setting Up Spending LimitsUnlocking a User’s Profile Session Unlock Forget Your System Password?Choosing Your Profile to Watch DSS Programming Unlocking the SystemPurchasing and Viewing More FeaturesTuning to a PPV Program Pay-Per-View ProgramsUsing the Attractions Guide Using the Program Guide for PPV ProgramsBuy and Record Option Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase Using the Purchases MenuSetting Up Timer Recordings Timer FeatureLocating the Infrared Remote Control Sensor on Your VCR Selecting a VCR Type Connecting the VCR ControllerEditing or Canceling a Timer Recording with TimerVCR Codes One-Button Record Tip Using Logo TuneEditing One-Button Recording Settings One-Button RecordingChecking Your Mail How to Tell When You Have MailMailbox Alternate Audio ProgramsAlternate Audio Display Screen New Access Card SetupPicture Size System TestMenu Help Using On-Line HelpAuto Help Help ButtonsProtect Your Components from Overheating Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsProtect Your Components from Power Surges ConnectionsAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Connecting Your Satellite Receiver to Your TVJacks and Cables Video Jack and Cable S-VHSConnection C Choosing a ConnectionConnection a Connection BBest Picture and Sound Quality Connection aVery Good Picture and Sound Quality Connection BTo receive cable programming with cable box Connection CGood Picture and Sound Quality To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable boxTo connect TV and antenna or cable box Connection DDisabling Interactive Setup Interactive SetupControls and Buttons Programming the Remote ControlReference DSS System OverviewWorld View Parts of the DSS SystemHome Theater Universal Remote included with your DSS system Home ViewFront Panel Controls Back Panel To Maximize Battery Life Remote Control ButtonsHelpful Hints When the Code is Known Preferred Method Programming the Remote Control Using Access CodesWhen the Code is Not Known Code Index for Televisions Television Infrared Codes IndexCode Index for VCRs VCR Infrared Codes IndexCode Index for Cassette Players Laser Disc Players and DSS and Infrared Remote Codes Index Cable Converter Box Infrared Codes IndexGlossary Ratings Limit Signal MeterPast Purchases Point and SelectRunning the System Test TroubleshootingLimits and Exclusions Warranty Information PanasonicLimited Warranty Digital Satellite SystemsParts Distribution Locations Accessories PurchaseRegional Customer Care Departments In-warranty* after sales support Replacement ProgramAcceptable credit cards Warranty Information15167610 IndexTimer feature Rights of the Telephone Company FCC Registration InformationRadio Interference Notification to the Local Telephone CompanyOne Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey Tocom