The Remote Control
The remote control is available in two models. The basic model
3) can control these devices, as well as VCRs and many other auxiliary devices such as cable boxes, amplifiers and laser disc
players.
The remote control uses invisible infrared light to send signals to your components when you press the keys. You must aim your remote toward your component for it to receive the command.
Descriptions and details of each individual key will be given throughout this manual as they apply, although an overview follows.
The mode keys across the top enable you to specify the device that you intend to control. This is important as many devices share the
same 
key or the numeric keys. You must press the appropriate device key prior to pressing a command key to ensure that remote control sends the right signal to the right device. The only keys that deviate from the rule are the blue keys, as they are always associated with your digital satellite receiver.
The arch of keys immediately below the power and mode keys are
frequently used functions. These include special action ( 
),
information ( 
), guide (
), exit ( 
), and favorite
(
).
The 
key is special in that, by itself, it does nothing but display the action icon in the upper left corner of your screen for a
few seconds. What is important is that some keys perform special features while the action icon is displayed. The special functions are indicated in yellow above the keys. Each will be described in this manual at the point they are used. The following chart describes these for easy reference:
Key | Feature | Function |
Combination |
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| MENU | Displays the MAIN MENU from any point |
|
|
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| LIST | Displays the CHANNEL LISTS screen from any point |
|
|
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| SERVICES | Displays the Alternate Services menu while in video |
|
|
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| MOVIES | Filters the |
|
|
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| SPORTS | Filters the |
|
|
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| NEWS | Filters the |
|
|
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| ALL | Resets the |
|
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There are four directional keys that will cause the 
, 
, 
, and 
.
The select key ( 
) is one of the most important keys. Pressing the 
key will indicate to your digital satellite receiver that you wish to choose the highlighted item.
The remaining keys are satellite specific keys and common device keys including numbers, channel up and down, etc. The functions of these keys change depending on the currently selected device.
Please refer to “Controlling the Digital Satellite Receiver” for more remote control capabilities and “Programming Your Remote Control” for teaching your remote control about your other audio/video components.
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