Dish Network Solo 381 manual Sending Discrete Power on and OFF, Sending Discrete Power On and Off

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Chapter 9

Sending Discrete Power On and Off

SENDING DISCRETE POWER ON AND OFF

Installers use Remote control discrete power ON and power OFF IR commands when programming macro commands into universal remotes. Using an ON-only or OFF-only command is more effective than a toggle ON/OFF command when trying to make sure the satellite receiver is reliably in one state or the other. To use discrete power commands, complete the following:

TIPS

•If you don’t want to accidentally change channels on your TV or VCR, try programming the remote control in Limited Mode as described on page 49.

•Be sure to put the remote control back in SAT mode whenever you’re finished watching TV.

QUESTIONS

•My remote doesn’t control my receiver or other components. What should I do?

–Put the remote control is in the correct mode (page 49).

–Check the remote control address (pages 47 and 53).

–Check the batteries (page 8).

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Contents Pay-Per-View Table of Contents Introduction to Dish Network Services IntroductionWelcome WelcomeIntroduction About Your Dish Network AccountWhere to Find Information on Your Account Watching TV NowAdditional Services Pay-Per-ViewWhy Connect to a Phone Line Solar InterferenceReceiver Customization Personalizing Your Satellite ReceiverUsing Caller ID Setting Up Caller ID DisplayUsing Caller ID Caller ID ScreensChanging Languages Using Dolby Surround Sound Reset CC DefaultsSelect Save Changing the Program Guide Order Resetting to Factory Defaults Questions TipsTips Connections and Setup How to Connect Your Satellite ReceiverStandard-Definition TV Connections Connecting to a TVConnecting to a TV High-Definition TV ConnectionsConnections and Setup Ypbpr ConnectionsPage HD Display Connecting to Your Dish Antenna Connecting the Phone Line Phone System SetupPhone Line Connections Page Connecting OVER-THE-AIR ANTENNA/CABLE TV Setting Up the Receiver to Control Your VCRConnecting Over-the-Air Antenna/Cable TV Scanning for Over-the-Air Channels Peaking Your Over-the-Air AntennaTransmit Channel Numbers Display Options for Local ChannelsAbout Over-the-Air TV Broadcasts Chapter Resetting Your Receiver QAM InstallationsPoint Dish and Check Switch DiagnosticsUsing Troubleshooting Tools Receiver and Remote Control About Your Satellite ReceiverPage Remote Control Chapter Receiver and Remote Control Satellite Receiver Front Panel Satellite Receiver Back Panel Satellite Receiver Front PanelUsing the Menus Open and Close MenusList of Choices in the Menus Using the Virtual Keyboard Using Text FieldsWhy doesn’t my remote control work? Finding Programs to Watch Watching TVChanging Channels Changing ChannelsUsing the Browse Banner Finding Programs to WatchUsing Search to Find a Program Finding a Program by its Theme Tips Pay-Per-View Order and Watch Pay-Per-ViewsBuying a PAY-PER-VIEW Program Buying a Pay-Per-View ProgramHow can I order an event for all my receivers? Questions Setting Up Your Favorites Lists Favorites ListsWhat are Favorites LISTS? What are Favorites Lists?Why are channels missing from the Program Guide? Naming Favorites ListsQuestions Locks Securing Your Receiver and AccountWhat are LOCKS? What are Locks?Locking and Unlocking Your Receiver Locking or Unlocking PAY-PER-VIEW Channels Creating or Changing Channel LocksHiding Adult Content Tips Interacting with Your TV Interactive TVCustomer Support DishHOME Timers Setting Up and Using TimersTimers List Timer TypesTimer Frequency TimersWhen the Receiver is Off When a Timer Starts a RecordingSpecial Considerations When Using Timers Setting UP AN Automatic Timer Using the Timers List Setting UP a Quick RecordUsing the Timers List Setting Up a Manual Timer Overlapping Timers Remote Control Setup Personalizing Your Remote ControlImproving Receiver Control Changing the AddressImproving Receiver Control Page Adjusting the Remote Antenna Installing a UHF AttenuatorLimited Mode Remote Control ModesControlling Other Components Setting Up Using Device Code Tables Combination DevicesSetting Up Using Device Codes Scan Remote Control SetupChapter Reading Out the Device Codes Controlling the Amplifier’s Volume Switching Between TV and Device Volume ControlNow make sure the remote controls the amplifier’s volume Recover Button Controlling the TV’s Volume Now make sure the remote controls the TV’s volume Teaching Another Remote Control Remote Control Setup Sending Discrete Power on and OFF Sending Discrete Power On and Off107 Index Receiver Information Remote Control SettingsTV Input/Channel Settings 146733Troubleshooting and Device Codes Troubleshooting Tables Remote Control Device CodesTroubleshooting Tables Troubleshooting Tables002 Number Possible Reason What to Do001 003022 015018 026078 What Is Happening Possible Reason What to Do074 080Remote Control MenusFavorites Lists Program Guide or the Browse BannerWatching a Program Caller ID LocksTimers Timer converts it to a manualHearing a Program Telephone for Voice/Data/FAXBuying a Pay-Per-View Program Remote Control Device Codes TV CodesVCR Codes Tuner/Amplifier Codes Reference Page Appendix Residential Customer Agreement Advance Exchange Program100 101 102 103 104 FCC Compliance FCC Compliance106