DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Glossary

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REFERENCE

GLOSSARY

The following is a list of terms used in this manual. There is also a glossary contained within the About DSS menu of your DSS® system.

Access Card Identifies you to the DSS® system service providers and is required for your DSS® system to work. Do not remove the access card except when a new card has been issued to replace the original.

Agile Modulator Lets you choose an output channel when sending the DSS® signal to a television from the OUT TO TV jack on the receiver.

Alternate Audio Refers to the different audio channels that may be broadcast in conjunction with a video program. A foreign language translation is an example.

Attractions Previews of special programs broadcast by your program provider.

Azimuth Refers to the left-to-right positioning of your DSS® dish antenna. When you enter your zip code (or latitude and longitude), the display screen provides the number corresponding to an azimuth setting for your location.

Channel Banner Displays program information and menu items displayed as icons when you tune to a channel, exit a guide or press INFO on the remote. Point to and select the icons to access the menu items.

Channel List Allows you to select which channels can be viewed when the system is locked.

Digital Audio/Video (DAV) A means for transmitting audio and video signals in digital format. The DSS® receiver has a D-VHS jack that lets you connect a digital audio/video (DAV) cable from the receiver to a D-VHS VCR.

Dish Pointing The dish antenna must be pointing directly to the satellites to receive the DSS® signal. Obtain dish pointing coordinates and check signal strength in the Dish Pointing menu screen.

DSS® Receiver Receives, processes, and converts the digitally compressed satellite signals into audio and video.

Elevation Refers to the up and down positioning of your DSS® dish antenna. When you enter your zip code (or latitude and longitude), the display screen provides the number corresponding to the elevation setting for your location.

Home Control Home Control lets you remotely control several lamps and appliances through your DSS® receiver. To control these devices, you must connect a Home Control base module to the receiver and a remote module to the device you want to control.

Limits The Ratings Limit allows you to control program viewing of rated programs by ratings level. The Spending Limit controls spending on a cost-per-program basis. The Viewing Limit controls when and how many hours a user can view programming. The Channel List allows you to select which channels can be viewed when the system is locked.

Locks The means of restricting access to certain features of the DSS® system. The lock is controlled by a 4- digit password. The closed or open lock icon in the channel marker indicates whether your system is locked or unlocked.

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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 Power Surges Connecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TVProtect 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 connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box To receive cable programming with 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 Resetting the Agile Modulator What does the Agile Modulator allow you to do?Choosing a DSS Output Channel Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVS DSSConnecting a Compatible Interactive SetupOrdering 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 Movies SportsAll AlphaSort Clear AllScout Other Guides Other buttons Exit HelpDown Arrow Main menuWHAT’S a MENU? DON’T Forget Point SelectMenu 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 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 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 StatesAppendix B FCC Regulations FCC Registration InformationRadio 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%
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