DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Connection B

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

CONNECTION B

VERY GOOD PICTURE AND SOUND QUALITY

To use this connection you must have:

•TV with separate RF and audio/video inputs (jacks)

•VCR with RF and audio/video inputs

•Coaxial and audio/video cables

To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable box:

1.Connect coaxial cables as shown.

2.Connect audio/video cables as shown.

TV
IN
VIDEO	R AUDIO L
CABLE	SATELLITE
CABLE	DISH
OR
OFF-AIR ANTENNA

DSS	IN FROM ANT
RECEIVER	VIDEO	R	AUDIO
	VIDEO	R	L
	OUT TO TV		SATELLITE IN
	VIDEO	R	L
			AUDIO

VCR	CH3	IN FROM ANT	VIDEO IN AUDIO IN
	CH4

R L

OUT TO TV

VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT

To receive DSS® programming:

1.Tune TV to receive line output from DSS® receiver (often called Input 1).

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.

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 record line output from DSS® receiver (Input1).

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 Personnel Safety InformationTable of Contents Reference Appendix C Accessories IndexFirst Things First Read the First TWO ChaptersFirst Things First What is the DSS SYSTEM?WHAT’S in the BOX Programming the RemoteUsing this Manual Point and Select Method PointConnecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TV Protect Your Components from Power SurgesProtect Your Components from Overheating Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Video Jack and CableRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type VCR Controller Jack and CableTo receive DSS programming To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable boxTo receive off-air programming no cable box To receive off-air programming with cable boxConnection B To receive cable programming with cable box To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable boxConnection C Connection D To connect TV and antenna or cable boxConnecting the VCR Controller Using the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote SensorSet VCR Type screen lets you enter a code for your VCR What does the Agile Modulator allow you to do? Resetting the Agile ModulatorChoosing a DSS Output Channel DSS Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVSInteractive Setup Connecting a CompatibleOrdering DSS Programming Program Guides What is a Program GUIDE?Anatomy of a Program Guide Program GuidesAnatomy of the Channel Banner Grid Guide Detail GuideSurfGuide Point to Channels with the number keysBottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Logo Guide Channel GuideAttractions Guide Exiting a Program GuideTopics Sports MoviesAll Clear All AlphaSortScout Other Guides Help Other buttons ExitDown Arrow Main menuDON’T Forget Point Select WHAT’S a MENU?Menu System Using the Menu System Using HelpMenu System Exiting a ScreenDon’t Forget about Clear button Program Guide Want More Information?Mailbox 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 and D-VHS VCR Recording with TimerEditing or Canceling a Timer Timers FeatureSchedule a Timer with the Record Button Setting Up Timer RecordingsProfiles Add or Delete All Channels You can limit viewing seven days a week Don’t Forget Your Password Session Unlock Unlocking the SystemOptions Interactive SetupAbout DSS System Options Selects from among the available data on the current channel Dish Pointing Menu Screen Peak Signal Connect the Home Control Data Interface Module Install Batteries in the Data Interface Control ModuleConnect the Home Control Lamp Module Device Setup Complete the on-screen sentence to schedule a timer Customize the Fetch Menu Fetch MenuPage WHAT’S IT FOR? HOW IT ALL WorksWhat Else can IT DO? ReferenceParts of the DSS System ReferenceHome View Controls and Buttons Back Panel Controls LEC Changing the RF Remote Code Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS ReceiverYour VCR Programming the Remote to Control Other Devices Laserdisc/DVD Player Codes TV CodesCable Box/Satellite Receiver Codes VCR CodesGlossary Reference Running the System Test TroubleshootingAppendix a Warranty Information How you get service How 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 Here Appendix C AccessoriesTo place your order by phone, have your Visa United States and Canada OrdersDSS IndexSet VCR type 15 Signal meter 53 peak signal Page 50%