DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual About DSS

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THE MENU SYSTEM

About DSS

Select About DSS from the Options menu to choose from a list of on- line Help topics. Point and select to find out about the specific parts of the DSS® system, then use the right arrow key to continue through each of the Help screens or press MENU•SELECT to return to the Help menu.

Program Guide shows a screen-by-screen overview of the Program guide features.

Menu System shows a screen-by-screen overview of the DSS® system menus.

Remote Control shows an on-screen display of the remote control. Point to the different remote buttons to see a brief description of the highlighted button.

Front Panel shows an on-screen display of the DSS® receiver front panel. Point to the different front panel features to see a brief description of the highlighted feature.

Back Panel shows an on-screen display of the DSS® receiver back panel. Point to the different back panel features to see a brief description of the highlighted feature.

Glossary shows a list of common DSS® system and TV terms. Point to a glossary item to see a brief description.

LOOK AND FEEL

Default Guide lets you choose which guide appears first when you press the GUIDE button on the remote. The choices are Grid Guide, Detail Guide and SurfGuide.

Color Scheme lets you pick which color appears in the guides and menu system.

Translucency lets you choose the translucency of the menu displays. Slide the indicator bar to make the screens more opaque or less opaque.

Animation lets you turn animation on or off. Animation appears on- screen only when music channels are selected.

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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%