GE GRD33G3A Main Menu, Past Purchases, Point and Select, Ratings Limit, Signal Meter, System Test

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Main Menu

The first list of choices in the DSS® on-screen menu system. Press the MENU button on the remote or front panel to bring up the Main menu.

Past Purchases

Detailed list of the programs that you have already purchased and viewed.

Point and Select

The method of using the remote control (or front panel) buttons to navigate to and make choices among the different parts of the on-screen displays.

Program Guide

Lists and updates the programs and services available from your program providers.

Ratings Limit

Provides a means of restricting viewing of rated programs, based on program rating information. The operation of this feature depends upon the availability and accuracy of data supplied from and broadcast by the program provider.

Signal Meter

An on-screen display that indicates the relative strength of the satellite signal and sounds a test tone to help you lock in on the satellite signal. The signal meter is used when you adjust your DSS® dish.

Spending Limit

Provides a means of restricting viewing; based on cost-per-program limit.

System Test

Provides a diagnostics check that can be used to determine that the main components of the DSS® system— signal, tuning, phone, and access card—are connected and working properly.

Themes

Provides a way to simplify the Program Guide and make it easier to find programs of special interest to you.

Upcoming Purchases

Detailed list of the programs you have purchased but have not yet been broadcast.

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Contents Satellite Receiver User’s Guide Expose this receiver to Rain or moisture Safety InformationTable of Contents Reference More FeaturesConnections Rest of the Manual First Things FirstRead the First Four Sections Lists & LimitsOrdering DSS Programming What is the DSS System?Unpacking the Box Installing Batteries In the Remote ControlImportant Note about This User’s Manual Using This ManualNavigation Method Point and SelectExiting a Screen What is Point and Select?Point SelectProgram Guides What is a Program Guide?Scrolling Channel By Channel Using a Program GuideUsing the Number Keys Bringing Up the Program GuidesScrolling Page By Tuning to a ProgramSelecting a Program Guide from the Main Menu Reminder Types of Program GuidesGrid Guide Channel GuideAttractions Guide Sorting the Grid GuideDown Arrow Using the Sorting Buttons Exiting a Program Guide Using the Themes ButtonPage Don’t Forget To Point Select What is a Menu?Menu System Exiting a Screen Using the Menu SystemUsing Help Exit and HelpDon’t Forget about Clear button Menu DescriptionsExplore the System Menu System Especially for Parents Lists & LimitsControlling The System An Overview Setting the Ratings LimitCreating Favorite Channel Lists Setting Up Spending LimitsAdd or Delete All Channels Locking the System Parent Approved Channel ListSelecting a Channel List to Use Session Unlock Forget Your System Password?Unlocking the System More Features Purchasing and Viewing Tuning to a PPV ProgramPay-Per-View Programs Buy and Record Option Using the Program Guide for PPV ProgramsUsing the Attractions Guide Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase Using the Purchases MenuEditing or Canceling a Timer Timer FeatureIs your ON/OFF Light Flashing? Using FetchHow to tell when you have mail MailboxMailbox Size Checking your mailAlternate Audio Display Screen Alternate Audio ProgramsPicture Size ALT AUD Remote ButtonSystem Test New Access Card SetupUsing On-Line Help Menu Help Auto HelpHelp Buttons Connections Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVJacks and Cables Video Jack and Cable S-VHSConnection C Choosing a ConnectionConnection a Connection BBest Picture and Sound Quality Connection aVery Good Picture and Sound Quality Connection BTo receive cable programming with cable box Connection CGood Picture and Sound Quality To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable boxTo connect TV and antenna or cable box Connection DDisabling Interactive Setup Interactive SetupControls and Buttons Programming the Remote ControlReference DSS System OverviewWorld View Parts of the DSS SystemDSS TV Universal Remote included with your DSS system Home ViewFront Panel Controls Back Panel Remote Control Buttons Programming the Remote to Control Your TV Programming the Remote to Control a Second VCR Programming the Remote to Control Your VCRProgramming the Remote to Control Other Devices Programming the remote to control a laserdisc player Using the Remote Buttons to Control a DeviceProgramming the Remote to Control a Cable Box TV Codes Remote CodesCable Box Codes VCR CodesGlossary Point and Select Signal MeterMain Menu Past PurchasesRunning the System Test TroubleshootingToll-Free Telephone Product Help Appendix a Warranty InformationDigital Satellite System DSS Limited Warranty What your warranty coversWhat we will do How you get serviceTo receive a replacement receiver before your return yours If you purchased your product outside the USA What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to this warranty Product RegistrationNotification to the Local Telephone Company Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information Radio InterferenceAudio/Video Cables Appendix C AccessoriesUnited States and Canadian Orders From ANT OUT to TV Phone Jack Video Satellite Index100%