DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Back Panel Controls

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D-VHS			AUX RF ANT IN	VCR CONTROL
D-VHS				VCR CONTROL
IN
FROM
ANT
S-VIDEO	VIDEO	R AUDIO L	WIDE BAND DATA	SATELLITE IN	LOW SPEED DATA
OUT				REMOTE IN
TO				REMOTE IN
TV

BACK PANEL CONTROLS

IN FROM ANT Use to connect an off-air antenna or cable TV signal to the DSS® system.

OUT TO TV Use to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV. However, if your TV has audio/video jacks, you should use those jacks to get better picture and sound quality.

D-VHSUse to connect the DSS® receiver to a compatible D-VHS VCR with a digital audio/video (DAV) cable.

S-VIDEOProvides the best picture quality. If your TV has S-VIDEO capability, use this jack along with the audio/video jacks to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV.

VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the OUT TO TV jack. If your TV has audio/video capability, use this jack to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV. You must also connect the AUDIO jacks.

AUDIO (R and L) Provide better sound quality than the OUT TO TV jack. If your TV has audio/video capability, use these jacks to connect the DSS® receiver to your TV. You must also connect the VIDEO jack.

AUX RF ANT IN Use to connect an optional RF antenna for RF remote signals. Connecting an antenna extends the remote’s range.

WIDE BAND DATA PORT This port allows you to connect the DSS® system to future services and accessories. A shielded cable and additional hardware may be required.

LOW SPEED DATA PORT this port allows you to connect the DSS® system to accessories, such as the Home Control base module.

SATELLITE IN Use to connect the DSS® receiver to the satellite dish antenna.

PHONE JACK Use to connect a phone line to the DSS® receiver. The DSS® system requires a phone line connection to periodically call out to program providers.

VCR CONTROL Allows the receiver to control your VCR.

REMOTE IN Use in conjunction with a remote control signal sender.

PHONE JACK

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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 Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Video Jack and CableRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type VCR Controller Jack and CableTo receive DSS programming To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable boxTo receive off-air programming no cable box 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 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 Grid Guide Detail GuideSurfGuide Point to Channels with the number keysBottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Logo Guide Channel GuideAttractions Guide Exiting a Program GuideTopics All MoviesSports Clear All AlphaSortScout Other Guides Help Other buttons ExitDown Arrow Main menuMenu System WHAT’S a MENU?DON’T Forget Point Select Using the Menu System Using HelpMenu System Exiting a ScreenDon’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 Recording with Timer and D-VHS VCR Recording with TimerEditing or Canceling a Timer Timers FeatureSchedule 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 WHAT’S IT FOR? HOW IT ALL WorksWhat Else can IT DO? ReferenceParts 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 How state law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your product outside the United StatesRadio 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%