DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Safety Information, Personnel

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SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING

To reduce risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this receiver to rain or moisture.

Cautions

Note to Cable TV Installer:

 

 

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

 

WARNING

 

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS

 

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

 

DO NOT OPEN

PERSONNEL.

 

 

 

This symbol indicates important

 

This symbol indicates “dangerous

 

voltage” inside the product that

instructions accompanying the

 

presents a risk of electric shock or

product.

 

personal injury.

 

 

 

 

 

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS® Receiver. The slots on top of the receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit. Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver and other components.

Do not stack the DSS® receiver on top of a “hot component” such as an audio power amplifier.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.

The RF remote control complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) The RF remote control may not cause harmful interference and; 2) The RF remote control must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Note to Satellite Dish Installer:

This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 810 and in particular article 810-15 of the National Electrical Code which covers proper installation and grounding of television receiving equipment as well as to article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code which specifies that the satellite dish cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by

 

U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. The anticopy process is

 

licensed for non-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or

 

disassembly is prohibited.

 

 

Care and Cleaning:

Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your

 

DSS® receiver. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top and

 

bottom.

 

Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and

 

various solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes since the

 

materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. A non-abrasive,

 

anti-static cleaner/polisher is recommended.

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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 Overheating Protect Your Components from Power SurgesConnecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TV RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type Video Jack and CableAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type VCR Controller Jack and CableTo receive off-air programming no cable box To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable boxTo receive DSS programming To receive off-air programming with cable boxConnection B Connection C To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable boxTo receive cable programming with cable box 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 Choosing a DSS Output Channel Resetting the Agile ModulatorWhat does the Agile Modulator allow you to do? Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVS DSSOrdering DSS Programming Connecting a CompatibleInteractive Setup What is a Program GUIDE? Program GuidesProgram Guides Anatomy of a Program GuideAnatomy of the Channel Banner SurfGuide Detail GuideGrid Guide Point to Channels with the number keysBottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Attractions Guide Channel GuideLogo Guide Exiting a Program GuideTopics All MoviesSports AlphaSort Clear AllScout Other Guides Down Arrow Other buttons ExitHelp Main menuMenu System WHAT’S a MENU?DON’T Forget Point Select Menu System Using HelpUsing the Menu 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 Editing or Canceling a Timer Recording with TimerRecording with Timer and D-VHS VCR 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 Connect the Home Control Lamp Module Install Batteries in the Data Interface Control ModuleConnect the Home Control Data Interface Module Device Setup Complete the on-screen sentence to schedule a timer Fetch Menu Customize the Fetch MenuPage What Else can IT DO? HOW IT ALL WorksWHAT’S IT FOR? 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 Product Registration What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty If you purchased your product outside the United StatesRadio Interference Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information 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%
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