DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Peak Signal

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THE MENU SYSTEM

USING THE ON-SCREEN SIGNAL METER

The signal strength meter is used to determine whether or not you are receiving the satellite signal, and it also indicates the strength of the satellite signal.

Follow these steps to bring up the on-screen signal meter:

1.Turn on your television and satellite receiver.

2.Tune your television to the satellite receiver’s output channel.

3.Press MENU•SELECT on the remote or front panel to bring up the Main menu.

4.Use the arrows to highlight the “Dish Pointing” option, and then press MENU•SELECT to access the dish pointing screen.

5.Use the arrows on the remote or the front panel to highlight “Signal Meter” and then press MENU•SELECT.

If the dish is pointed to the correct azimuth and elevation, the signal meter will show you the current signal strength (and you should hear a continuous tone).

If you are not receiving a signal, you need to incrementally adjust the azimuth setting on the dish. After you receive a signal, you will want to continue to adjust the azimuth to try to get the best possible signal.

Important

Changing transponders is not the same as fine-tuning the dish. Although the signal strength may appear to change, this may be due to different types of interference. To fine-tune the dish, consult the DSS Installation Guide and follow the instructions on adjusting the dish elevation and azimuth.

Peak Signal

The “Peak Signal” indicates the highest signal strength you have obtained, which is not necessarily the highest possible signal.

While the maximum signal strength is 100, the signal strength you achieve will probably be less. Although there is no difference in picture quality between a signal strength of 60 and 85, the higher the signal, the less likely you are to experience negative effects in degraded conditions such as rain or snow (called “rain fade”).

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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 PointConnecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TV Protect Your Components from Power SurgesProtect 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 receive cable programming with cable box To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or 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 What does the Agile Modulator allow you to do? Resetting the Agile ModulatorChoosing a DSS Output Channel DSS Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVSInteractive Setup Connecting a CompatibleOrdering 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 Sports MoviesAll Clear All AlphaSortScout Other Guides Main menu Other buttons ExitHelp Down ArrowDON’T Forget Point Select WHAT’S a MENU?Menu 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 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 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 RegistrationFCC Registration Information Appendix B FCC RegulationsRadio 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%