DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Don’t Forget about Clear button

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THE MENU SYSTEM

MENU DESCRIPTIONS

This section briefly describes each of the available Main menu options. More information about each menu and its features is included later in this chapter.

Program Guide

Shows the on-screen programming schedules.

Mailbox

Use to read mail messages from your program providers.

Purchases

Use to review or cancel upcoming purchases, and to review past purchases.

Timers

Allows you to schedule the DSS® system to tune to a specific channel at a specific time, and to record that channel.

Profiles

Allows you to set ratings limits, spending limits, and viewing hours, as well as create favorite channel lists.

Options

Allows you to find out more about the DSS® receiver and remote, change how your system looks, run the system test and install a new access card.

Dish Pointing

Use to find your dish pointing coordinates, and to access the on-screen signal strength meter.

Home Control

With the proper equipment, this feature lets you control certain devices and appliances in your house.

DON’T BE AFRAID TO EXPLORE

Once you’ve learned the basics, feel free to poke around the menu system because exploring is the best way to learn. The context-sensitive help at the bottom of the screen provides instructions for getting through any particular menu or control panel. Remember, press CLEAR at any time to leave the menu system and return to regular DSS® system viewing.

Don’t Forget about the

CLEAR button

Press the CLEAR button on the remote to remove the on-screen menus and return to normal viewing.

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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 Overheating Protect Your Components from Power SurgesConnecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TV 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 Connection C To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable boxTo receive cable programming with cable box 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 Choosing a DSS Output Channel Resetting the Agile ModulatorWhat does the Agile Modulator allow you to do? DSS Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVSOrdering DSS Programming Connecting a CompatibleInteractive Setup 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 All MoviesSports Clear All AlphaSortScout Other Guides Main menu Other buttons Exit Help Down ArrowMenu System WHAT’S a MENU?DON’T Forget Point Select 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 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 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 RegistrationRadio Interference Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information 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%