DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual System Options

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THE MENU SYSTEM

SYSTEM OPTIONS

System Test The System Test display screen is accessed through the Options menu, and allows you to initiate diagnostic procedures on the DSS® system. You should use this feature to get your Access Card number, or when your receiver doesn’t seem to be working correctly. There are four separate tests: signal, tuning, phone connection, and access card.

A message screen appears, telling you whether the system passed each test. If your system fails a test, run the system test several times before concluding that there is a problem. Occasional fluctuations in the phone line or satellite signal can give temporary false readings.

New Access Card Periodically, your program provider may issue you a replacement access card. The New Access Card Setup display screen allows you to transfer the information from the old card onto the new one.

Follow the display screen prompts to initialize your new card. Once you have transferred the information to the new card, your old card becomes invalid.

Because your specific account information is stored in the access card, power failures should have no effect on your DSS® system.

Set VCR Type To use the VCR controller feature, you need to tell the DSS® receiver which VCR brand you are using.

1.Use the arrows or digit keys to input the correct code for your VCR brand. The VCR codes are located in the Reference section.

2.Follow the on-screen instructions to ensure that you are using the correct code. If the VCR automatically stops tape play, then you know that the receiver and the VCR are communicating.

Some VCR brands may not be capable of being controlled by the DSS® receiver.

Output Channel lets you select the television channel you want to use when you output the DSS® signal from the OUT TO TV jack on the back of the receiver. You can select an off-air channel between UHF channels 14-69; or a cable channel from 65-94 or 100-125.

Remote Setup Choose which remote button, DSS1 or DSS2, will control the DSS® receiver.

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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 MethodConnecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TV Protect Your Components from Power SurgesProtect Your Components from Overheating Video Jack and Cable Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type VCR Controller Jack and CableTo connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable box To receive DSS programmingTo 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 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 What does the Agile Modulator allow you to do? Resetting the Agile ModulatorChoosing a DSS Output Channel Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVS DSSInteractive Setup Connecting a CompatibleOrdering DSS Programming What is a Program GUIDE? Program GuidesProgram Guides Anatomy of a Program GuideAnatomy of the Channel Banner Detail Guide Grid GuideSurfGuide Point to Channels with the number keysBottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Channel Guide Logo GuideAttractions Guide Exiting a Program GuideTopics Sports MoviesAll AlphaSort Clear AllScout Other Guides Other buttons Exit HelpDown Arrow Main menuDON’T Forget Point Select WHAT’S a MENU?Menu System Using Help Using the Menu SystemMenu 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 Recording with Timer Recording with Timer and D-VHS VCREditing or Canceling a Timer 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 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 Fetch Menu Customize the Fetch MenuPage HOW IT ALL Works WHAT’S IT FOR?What Else can IT DO? 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 What your warranty does not cover How state law relates to warrantyProduct Registration If you purchased your product outside the United StatesFCC Registration Information Appendix B FCC RegulationsRadio Interference 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%