DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable box, To view VCR programming

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

CONNECTION A

BEST PICTURE AND SOUND QUALITY

To use this connection you must have:

•TV with separate RF, audio/video, and S-Video inputs (jacks)

•VCR with RF and audio/video inputs

•Coaxial, audio/video, and S-Video cables

To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable box:

1.Connect coaxial cables as shown.

2.Connect audio/video cables as shown.

3.Connect S-Video cable as shown.

To receive DSS® programming:

1.Tune TV to receive the S-Video output from the DSS® receiver.

2.Tune DSS® receiver to desired channel.

To receive off-air programming (no cable box):

1.Turn off VCR and DSS® receiver.

2.Tune TV to desired channel.

TV

CABLE

OR

OFF-AIR ANTENNA

DSS

RECEIVER

VCR

IN

S-VIDEO VIDEO R AUDIO L

IN FROM ANT	VIDEO	R	L
	VIDEO	R	L
			AUDIO
OUT TO TV	S-VIDEO		SATELLITE IN
	VIDEO	R	SATELLITE IN
	VIDEO	R	L
			AUDIO

CH3	IN FROM ANT	VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
CH4		R	L

OUT TO TV

VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT

SATELLITE DISH

To receive off-air programming (with cable box):

1.Turn off VCR and DSS® receiver.

2.Tune TV to cable box output channel (usually CH2, CH3, or CH4).

3.Tune cable box to desired channel.

To record DSS® programming:

1.Tune TV to receive S-Video output from DSS® receiver.

2.Tune DSS® receiver to desired channel.

3.Set your VCR to record on line input.

To view VCR programming:

1. Tune TV to VCR output channel (usually CH3 or CH4).

CAUTION

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS® receiver. See Safety Information, inside front cover.

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Contents DSS Receiver Safety Information PersonnelTable of Contents Appendix C Accessories Index ReferenceRead the First TWO Chapters First Things FirstWhat is the DSS SYSTEM? First Things FirstProgramming the Remote WHAT’S in the BOXUsing this Manual Point Point and Select MethodProtect Your Components from Power Surges Connecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TVProtect Your Components from Overheating Video Jack and Cable Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type VCR Controller Jack and CableTo connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable box To receive DSS programmingTo receive off-air programming no cable box To receive off-air programming with cable boxConnection B To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box To receive cable programming with cable boxConnection C To connect TV and antenna or cable box Connection DUsing the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor Connecting the VCR ControllerSet VCR Type screen lets you enter a code for your VCR Resetting the Agile Modulator What does the Agile Modulator allow you to do?Choosing a DSS Output Channel Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVS DSSConnecting a Compatible Interactive SetupOrdering DSS Programming What is a Program GUIDE? Program GuidesProgram Guides Anatomy of a Program GuideAnatomy of the Channel Banner Detail Guide Grid GuideSurfGuide Point to Channels with the number keysBottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Channel Guide Logo GuideAttractions Guide Exiting a Program GuideTopics Movies SportsAll AlphaSort Clear AllScout Other Guides Other buttons Exit HelpDown Arrow Main menuWHAT’S a MENU? DON’T Forget Point SelectMenu System Using Help Using the Menu SystemMenu System Exiting a ScreenDon’t Forget about Clear button Want More Information? Program GuideMailbox PAY-PER-VIEW Programs Buy and Record Option Point to a channel and select it Purchase Edit screen lets you cancel an upcoming purchase Spending limits are in effect only when the system is locked Recording with Timer Recording with Timer and D-VHS VCREditing or Canceling a Timer Timers FeatureSetting Up Timer Recordings Schedule a Timer with the Record ButtonProfiles Add or Delete All Channels You can limit viewing seven days a week Don’t Forget Your Password Unlocking the System Session UnlockInteractive Setup OptionsAbout DSS System Options Selects from among the available data on the current channel Dish Pointing Menu Screen Peak Signal Install Batteries in the Data Interface Control Module Connect the Home Control Data Interface ModuleConnect the Home Control Lamp Module Device Setup Complete the on-screen sentence to schedule a timer Fetch Menu Customize the Fetch MenuPage HOW IT ALL Works WHAT’S IT FOR?What Else can IT DO? ReferenceReference Parts of the DSS SystemHome View Controls and Buttons Back Panel Controls LEC Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS Receiver Changing the RF Remote CodeYour VCR Programming the Remote to Control Other Devices TV Codes Laserdisc/DVD Player CodesVCR Codes Cable Box/Satellite Receiver CodesGlossary Reference Troubleshooting Running the System TestAppendix a Warranty Information How you get service What your warranty does not cover How state law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your product outside the United StatesAppendix B FCC Regulations FCC Registration InformationRadio Interference Appendix C Accessories HereUnited States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone, have your VisaIndex DSSSet VCR type 15 Signal meter 53 peak signal Page 50%