DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Reference, Parts of the DSS System

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PARTS OF THE DSS® SYSTEM

One way to understand the DSS® system is to look at the different parts of the system—from the studio down to the DSS® receiver and remote control in your living room.

Uplink Center

Satellite Dish Antenna

Satellite

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Authorization Center

WORLD VIEW

These parts make up the DSS® system “big picture.”

Uplink Center Transmits programming up to the satellite.

Satellite Relays the programming signals back to your satellite dish. The satellite is parked above the equator, in geostationary orbit 22,300 miles above the earth.

DSS® Satellite Dish Antenna Receives the satellite signals. Because the satellite is so powerful, the dish can be as small as 18 inches.

Program Provider Authorization Center Processes billing statements. Your DSS® system is linked to the Service Center through the phone jack on the back of your 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 MethodProtect Your Components from Overheating Protect Your Components from Power SurgesConnecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TV RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type Video Jack and CableAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type VCR Controller Jack and CableTo receive off-air programming no cable box To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable boxTo receive DSS programming To receive off-air programming with cable boxConnection B Connection C To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable boxTo receive cable programming with cable box 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 Choosing a DSS Output Channel Resetting the Agile ModulatorWhat does the Agile Modulator allow you to do? Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVS DSSOrdering DSS Programming Connecting a CompatibleInteractive Setup What is a Program GUIDE? Program GuidesProgram Guides Anatomy of a Program GuideAnatomy of the Channel Banner SurfGuide Detail GuideGrid Guide Point to Channels with the number keysBottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Attractions Guide Channel GuideLogo Guide Exiting a Program GuideTopics All MoviesSports AlphaSort Clear AllScout Other Guides Down Arrow Other buttons ExitHelp Main menuMenu System WHAT’S a MENU?DON’T Forget Point Select Menu System Using HelpUsing the Menu 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 Editing or Canceling a Timer Recording with TimerRecording with Timer and D-VHS VCR 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 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 Fetch Menu Customize the Fetch MenuPage What Else can IT DO? HOW IT ALL WorksWHAT’S IT FOR? 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 Product Registration What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty If you purchased your product outside the United StatesRadio Interference Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information 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%