DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

First Things First	3
What is the DSS® System?	4
What’s in the Box	5
Using This Manual	6
The Point and Select Method	7
Connecting Your DSS® Receiver to Your TV	8
Things to Know Before Connecting Components	8
Jacks and Cables	9
Connecting the VCR Controller	14
Choosing a DSS® Output Channel	16
Connecting a Compatible D-VHS VCR	18
Ordering DSS® Programming	18
Program Guides	19
Anatomy of a Program Guide	20
Anatomy of The Channel Banner	21
Using the GUIDE Button	22
Getting Around in the Guides	22
Tuning to a Program	23
The Other Program Guides	23
Sorting the Guides	25
The Menu System	31
Using the Menu System	32
Exit and Help	32
Menu Descriptions	33
The Program Guide	34
Anatomy of a Program Guide	34
The Mailbox	35
How to tell when you have mail	35
Checking your mail	35
Pay-Per-View Programs	36
Purchasing and Previewing	36
Tuning to a PPV Program	36
Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs	37
Using the Attractions Guide	38
Using the Purchases Menu	39
Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase	39
Spending Limits	40
Timers Feature	41
Profiles	43
Creating a Profile Channel List	43
Setting the Ratings Limit	44

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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 PointProtect Your Components from Power Surges Connecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TVProtect Your Components from Overheating VCR Controller Jack and Cable Video Jack and CableAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-typeTo receive off-air programming with cable box To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable boxTo receive DSS programming To receive off-air programming no cable boxConnection B To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box To receive cable programming with 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 Resetting the Agile Modulator What does the Agile Modulator allow you to do?Choosing a DSS Output Channel DSS Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVSConnecting a Compatible Interactive SetupOrdering DSS Programming Program Guides What is a Program GUIDE?Anatomy of a Program Guide Program GuidesAnatomy of the Channel Banner Point to Channels with the number keys Detail GuideGrid Guide SurfGuideBottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Exiting a Program Guide Channel GuideLogo Guide Attractions GuideTopics Movies SportsAll Clear All AlphaSortScout Other Guides Main menu Other buttons ExitHelp Down ArrowWHAT’S a MENU? DON’T Forget Point SelectMenu System Exiting a Screen Using HelpUsing the Menu System Menu SystemDon’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 Timers Feature Recording with TimerRecording with Timer and D-VHS VCR Editing or Canceling a TimerSchedule 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 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 Customize the Fetch Menu Fetch MenuPage Reference HOW IT ALL WorksWHAT’S IT FOR? What Else can IT DO?Parts 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 If you purchased your product outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty Product RegistrationAppendix B FCC Regulations FCC Registration InformationRadio 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%