Samsung SIR-TS360 Back of the Directv HD Receiver, RF Remote Optional, Video Input 480p/i, RS232C

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2 CHAPTER 2 Getting started

Back of the DIRECTV® HD Receiver

AIR IN

The cable from an off-air TV antenna (not from the satellite dish) connects to this jack. Both standard analog (NTSC) and high definition digital (ATSC) program broadcasts can be received through a single antenna connected to this jack.

CABLE IN

The RG-6 cable from cable TV provider (if you have one) connects to this jack.

SATELLITE IN

The RG-6 cable from the satellite dish connects to this jack.

RF REMOTE (Optional)

Inputs remote control signals using the RF receiver.

VIDEO INPUT (480p/i)

Connect an optional component video source, such as a DVD player.

AUDIO INPUT(L1, R1, L2, R2)

Inputs audio signals to your DIRECTV® HD Receiver from TV, digital monitor, DVD, VCR, or other audio equipment.

NOTE

Connect the audio jack to L1 and R1 when using the component terminal (Y, PB or PR).

Connect the audio jack to L2 and R2 when using the S-Video or Video terminal.

RS232C

This is used to connect your receiver to a computer for reading and loading data information.

DVI/HDCP OUT

Using a digital DVI cable, this jack connects your DIRECTV® HD Receiver to a TV that accepts the unconverted DVI signal from a HD digital broadcast (from satellite, or antenna). Supports HDCP content protection. (For the best access to HD programming, connect this output to the corresponding DVI/HDCP input that supports HDCP technology on your HDTV or HDTV Monitor.)

RGB OUT

Using an RGB monitor cable, this jack connects your DIRECTV® HD Receiver to a TV that accepts HD RGB video input.

VCR CONTROL

The VCR control cable connects to this jack.

S-VIDEO

This jack connects your DIRECTV® HD Receiver to a TV or VCR that accepts S-Video input.

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Contents SIR-TS360 Risk of Electric Shock do not Open Important Safety Information Telephone Line Interruption Owners Record Samsung Digital Satellite Receiver Samsung Customer Service Technical overview User profiles Analog TV What are Analog TV, Digital TV, NTSC, ATSC, SDTV, and HDTV?Digital TV What equipment is required to view Hdtv programming? Resolution and interlacing Video output/input options1080i mode Technical overview Aspect ratio Screen formatsTVs showing 169 programs FullTVs showing 43 programs Horizontally until it is wide enough to fill your screenThese 2 tables summarize your screen format options Dolby Digital Dolby Digital iconBox contents Getting startedFront panel controls and lights Remote Control SensorAccess Card slot Display WindowVideo Input 480p/i Back of the Directv HD ReceiverRF Remote Optional RS232CTEL Line Installing the batteries in the remote control Snap the cover back onto the remote controlInserting the Access Card Protect your components from overheating Protect your components from power surgesBefore making connections Make strong connectionsAudio/Video out jacks and cables RCA-type Jacks and cablesAntenna terminals cable not included Telephone jack and cordComponent video jacks and cables Video jack and cableRF Remote jack and cable RGB OUT jack and cable cable not included DVI jack and cable cable not includedOptical digital audio jack and cable cable not included VCR control jack and cable Coaxial digital audio jack and cable cable not includedAudio/Video input jacks and cables RCA-type Connecting your Directv HD Receiver Component Y, PB, PR Video Composite standard A/V jacksHD Connections SD Connections Optical digital Coaxial digital standard A/V audio jacks VCR Connecting the RF remote cable with RF receiver Setting your TV input buttonSelect RGB/DVI or Ypbpr output mode Connecting the VCR control cable Memorizing Channels Press the Power button on the Directv HD Receiver’sTurning on the Directv HD Receiver for the first time Set your TV to display the input from these jacksSections that follow detail each of these procedures Acquiring the correct dish pointing anglesTo check your satellite signal strength, follow these steps Checking the satellite signal strengthElevation, and for oval dish types only tilt Chapter Using Auto Detection to set the dish type Testing the Directv HD Receiver To start the System Test, follow these stepsSetting up local networks Testing the Signal StrengthTo start the Signal Strength test, follow these steps Select Installation by pressing the Select button Setting the dish typeTo manually set the dish type To set up the Local Networks menu option If this is the first time you are setting up this Directv HD Scanning off-air and cable TV channelsDo not unplug your receiver while an upgrade is in progress UpgradesActivating your Directv account Remote control overview VCR Control ButtonsCaller ID red button VOL+Up/Down/Left/Right arrows Freeze green buttonGetting help Adjusting the volumeChanging channels To change the channel you are watchingChannel Banner Getting information on the TV program you are watchingFull Channel Banner Information icons Program Detail ScreenProgram Detail Screen actions To view the Program Detail ScreenFinding out what’s on the Guides Types of GuidesSetting the default Guide style Press the Select button Guide menu appearsUsing the Quick Guide Using the Grid Guide To display or clear the Grid GuideButtons on your remote control To return to the Grid Guide, highlight the Back item fromTime control bar appears across the bottom of the Guide List of Guide Styles appears on your screenHighlight the time controls List of Guide Categories appears on your screen Here is an explanation of each time controlHighlight the Guide category you wish to view, then press Logo Guide appears on your screen Using the Logo GuideTo display or clear the Logo Guide Logo Guide appearsGetting around in the Logo Guide Searching for programs in the Guide Highlight the Guide style you wish to view, then pressSearching by Credits, Title, or Text Searching by CategoryChoosing an alternate audio format for a program Pay per view programs Changing the User settingWho list appears There are several ways to identify pay per view programs Identifying pay per view programsOrdering pay per view programs To order a pay per view programReviewing your pay per view purchases Viewing your Past Purchase listCanceling a pay per view purchase Program reminders and recording timers Setting up the VCR controlScheduling program reminders and recording timers Reviewing and modifying reminders and recording timers Chapter User profiles User profile basicsReceiver Set up menuThere are five user profiles you can choose Family User 1 UserEditing user profile names Editing channel lists Edit Channel List item is highlightedSetting ratings limits Setting the ratings limits for TV programs TV-Y7 Setting ratings limits for moviesAbove This film unsuitable for children PG-13Allowing or blocking pay per view purchases Setting a pay per view spending limit Setting the screen color and translucency Setting the current user profileLocking and unlocking your Directv System Reading your mail Selected mail message appearsSetting system preferences Setting the language for on-screen Menus and GuidesSetting the screen format Chapter Setting the bar color for Letter box and Pillar box Setting the closed caption optionsSetting the default screen color and translucency Selecting an Input Signal Input Source menuSetting the Default Language preference Setting the Digital Out format Setting the analog out preference Guide to MTS SettingsSetting the Default Type audio Turning the Caller ID feature on or off Reviewing and controlling Caller IDIdentifying callers Reviewing your Caller ID listSetting the Local Time options Highlight On or Off, then press the Select buttonAdjusting the Raster Picture Centering EffectInstalling a new Access Card Setting Remote control type 103 Setting RF Remote Control ID Optional Select button Control ID menu as shown in the below figureViewing information on automatic system upgrades Viewing fun system extrasProgramming the IR remote control MethodOperating a device with your programmed remote control Programming the RF remote control optional Programming the RF remote controlOperating a device with your programmed remote control RF Code lists Brand names Code numbersLogik VCR VCRMEI AUX-AUDIO AUX-AUDIOAUX-CATV DVDAppendix Troubleshooting and specifications Troubleshooting117 Physical Specification SpecificationsPower supply Video DecoderInput/Output Interface AccessoriesInput Satellite Service Division