DirecTV HD65W20 manual Accessory Information

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Accessory Information

The following accessories are available from most dealers and electronics supply stores in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables.

Standard Audio/Video cable with RCA-type phono plugs. VH83

Monaural VCR Dubbing Audio/ Video Cable is a double cable that lets you connect the video and audio jacks of two VHS VCRs to duplicate tapes. It can also be used to connect a VCR to your TV. The cable is color-coded and shielded. It has RCA-type phono plugs on each end. Gold-Tipped cable, VH83 (6-ft)

Screw-on Cable* attaches to the round antenna connectors (called

75-ohm F-type) on the back of your VCR or TV. The ends screw onto the connectors for a secure connection. VH82 (6-ft), VH81 (3-ft)

S-Video Cable has multi-pin connectors on each end for connecting S-Video components to your TV. VH976 (6-ft), VH913 (12-ft)

Stereo VCR Dubbing Audio/ Video Cable is a triple cable that lets you connect the VIDEO and AUDIO jacks of stereo components. Gold-Tipped cable, VH84 (6-ft)

Push-on Cable* attaches to the round antenna connectors (called 75-ohm F-type) on the back of your VCR or TV. The ends push on for a quick connection. VH89 (6-ft)

RG-6 Coaxial Burial Cable with weatherproof “F” connectors. D905

Optical/SPDIF cables help you connect to a component with an Optical Audio In jack, such as a Dolby Digital decoder or receiver. DV3 (3-ft), DV6 (6-ft)

*This accessory is intended for use with an off-air or cable TV signal distribution and is not suitable for distribution of the satellite signal originating from your satellite dish antenna.

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Contents -  Page Page Thomson multimedia Inc Important Information Product RegistrationThis page left intentionally blank Table Of Contents Adjusting TV Controls Getting Assistance Welcome to Hdtv Parts of a Complete High Definition SystemGetting Assistance Reference Getting StartedSystem Options and Preferences Setup and Connections Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsJacks and Cables Front Buttons TV Directv Info Menu OKFront Inputs AudioBack of the TV Audio Outputs How to view a DVD and VCR How to viewHow to view a VCR Basic ConnectionAdvanced Connection TV, VCR, and DVD Player With AmplifierConnecting Speakers to the TV Connecting a Stereo Amplifier ReceiverPlug in and Turn on the System Place Batteries in the Remote ControlComplete the Interactive Setup Order ProgrammingUsing the Remote Control How to Use Your Universal Remote ControlUsing the Remote Remote Control ButtonsUsing the Remote Testing the Remote Control Programming the Remote ControlUsing Automatic Code Search Using the Remote to Control a Component Using Direct EntryRemote Control Codes VCRIns and Outs of Using Your Hdtv Basic TV OperationBasic TV Operation About the Channel BannerChannel Banner Icons Changing Between Directv and TV Mode If you want to watch a digital channel Changing ChannelsIf you want to watch an analog channel PIP Picture-in-Picture Operation Using the PIP FeaturePIP Buttons PIP Problems? Using the Input Button Input sourceUsing the Program Guides What is a program guide?You can access the program guides by Using the Program GuidesBringing Up the Program Guides To access the TV program guide Anatomy of the TV Program GuideAnatomy of the Directv Programming Guide Point to channels with the number buttons Tuning to a ProgramGetting Around in the Guides Scroll channel by channelSurfGuide Directv only Using the Guide ButtonDetail Guide Grid GuideChannel Guide lets you see programs on a specific channel Sorting the Directv Programming Guide Sorting the Directv Programming Guide by TopicsSorting the Directv Programming Guide by Sports Sorting the Directv Programming Guide by MoviesListing All Directv Programming Finding Directv Programs Using Scout To use the Scout featureSelect Enter Text to set up a Scout Help Other IconsExit Down ArrowAdjusting TV Controls Make Adjustments to your Picture and AudioTo make settings Adjusting TV ControlsPicture Settings Picture Quality ControlsConvergence Picture PresetsReset Controls Noise FilterTone Controls Audio ControlsMute Audio ProcessorOptical Output SpeakersSound Logic Audio LanguageIcon in the Channel Banner Using Profiles Creating User ProfilesAbout Profiles Using the ProfilesDirectv Setup Editing Channels in a Directv ListSetting the Directv Spending Limit Selecting or Deleting All Directv ChannelsSetting the Directv Rating Limit TV SetupEditing Channels in a TV List Selecting or Deleting All TV Channels Don’t forget about the Clear buttonLanguage L, explicit sexual activity S, or graphic violence Setting the TV RatingLanguage L, some sexual situations S, or moderate violence Rating Limit Screen To set TV programming limitsBlocking Age-Based Ratings To block programs with higher ratingsViewing Specific Content Themes Blocking Specific Content ThemesTo block program content Blocking Movie Ratings Setting the Movie RatingTo block movies Viewing Moving Ratings Blocking Unrated TV ShowsTo block unrated shows Choosing Your Profile Don’t Forget Your Password Locking and Unlocking a User ProfileLocking the System Unlocking the SystemDifferent Ways to Adjust Your Hdtv System Options and PreferencesTo access the Signal Source menu Changing the Signal SourceChanging the Signal Type System Options and PreferencesAuto Tuning Mailbox Channel SearchChecking Your Mail Previewing and Purchasing Purchases Pay Per View ProgramsTo preview a movie or event Using the Attractions Guide Using the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming PurchaseUsing the Preferences Menu Setting the Time and DateColor Scheme Translucency Default GuideScreen Format Caption Display Analog CaptionsUsing Fetch This page left blank intentionally Getting Assistance Need Help?Getting Assistance Running the Interactive SetupGetting Antenna Information Dish Pointing Selecting Dish TypeTo bring up the on-screen signal meter Using the On-screen Signal MeterFind Your Dish Pointing Coordinates Running the System Test Your New Access CardTo replace the card Upgrades Off-Air GuidesReference Getting InformationTroubleshooting ReferenceBlank screen Care and Cleaning Notification to the Local Telephone Company FCC Registration InformationRights of the Telephone Company Scenium High Definition Television Hdtv Limited Warranty Product Registration Limitation of WarrantyHow State Law relates to warranty If you purchased your unit outside the United StatesAccessory Information Accessory Order Form Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PA Placing an OrderIndex DirectvIndex Swap This page left blank intentionally