GE GRD33G3A manual What is the DSS System?, Ordering DSS Programming

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

What is the DSS® System?

You’ve purchased the DSS® Digital Satellite System, so you already know a lot of the great things it offers. You know that the DSS® system uses the latest satellite technology to deliver television programming to your home. And you know that the transmissions are digital, so the quality of the picture and audio rivals that of laser discs and CDs. You know the dish is small—18 inches wide—and that it often can be installed in a matter of hours. (See the DSS® System Installer Guide for specific information.)

Those are the some of the things you probably know about the DSS® system. But what about the things you don’t know? For instance...

•The DSS® system works like your TV. Pick up the DSS® remote and push the DSS® button. Press the Channel Up/Down buttons to scan through the channels. Press the number keys to go directly to a channel.

•There is an on-screen Program Guide. The Program Guide is like a TV listing in the newspaper. It is designed to help you select regular programs and pay-per-view events. You can also sort the Guide to list only specific types of programs. You can select Sports, for example, and your guide will show current and upcoming sports programs only. Or Movies. Or News.

•There is the on-screen Menu System that allows you to customize your system. You can set up your system, build channel lists, preview coming attractions, set spending limits, and receive mail from your program providers.

•There are three types of On-line Help to assist you in learning how to use the DSS® system: Auto Help, Help buttons, and the About DSS menu.

Ordering DSS® Programming

After you have installed your system, you should contact the service providers, DIRECTV and USSB to receive DSS® programming.

Programming with DIRECTV:	Call 1-800-347-3288
Programming with USSB:	Call 1-800-204-USSB

When you order programming, you need to know your Access Card number. To get the number, select Options from the Main menu, and then select System Test. Wait for the system to run all of it’s tests. The Access Card number is displayed at the end of the system test.

Write the Access Card number in the space below for easy reference:

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Contents Satellite Receiver User’s Guide Safety Information Expose this receiver to Rain or moistureTable of Contents More Features ConnectionsReference Lists & Limits First Things FirstRead the First Four Sections Rest of the ManualWhat is the DSS System? Ordering DSS ProgrammingInstalling Batteries In the Remote Control Unpacking the BoxUsing This Manual Important Note about This User’s ManualPoint and Select Navigation MethodSelect What is Point and Select?Point Exiting a ScreenWhat is a Program Guide? Program GuidesBringing Up the Program Guides Using a Program GuideUsing the Number Keys Scrolling Channel By ChannelTuning to a Program Selecting a Program Guide from the Main MenuScrolling Page By Channel Guide Types of Program GuidesGrid Guide ReminderSorting the Grid Guide Down ArrowAttractions Guide Using the Sorting Buttons Using the Themes Button Exiting a Program GuidePage What is a Menu? Menu SystemDon’t Forget To Point Select Exit and Help Using the Menu SystemUsing Help Exiting a ScreenMenu Descriptions Explore the SystemDon’t Forget about Clear button Menu System Lists & Limits Controlling The SystemEspecially for Parents Setting the Ratings Limit An OverviewSetting Up Spending Limits Creating Favorite Channel ListsAdd or Delete All Channels Parent Approved Channel List Selecting a Channel List to UseLocking the System Forget Your System Password? Unlocking the SystemSession Unlock More Features Tuning to a PPV Program Pay-Per-View ProgramsPurchasing and Viewing Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs Using the Attractions GuideBuy and Record Option Using the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming PurchaseTimer Feature Editing or Canceling a TimerMailbox Using FetchHow to tell when you have mail Is your ON/OFF Light Flashing?Checking your mail Mailbox SizeALT AUD Remote Button Alternate Audio ProgramsPicture Size Alternate Audio Display ScreenNew Access Card Setup Using On-Line HelpSystem Test Auto Help Help ButtonsMenu Help Things to Know Before Connecting Components ConnectionsVideo Jack and Cable S-VHS Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVJacks and Cables Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeConnection B Choosing a ConnectionConnection a Connection CConnection a Best Picture and Sound QualityConnection B Very Good Picture and Sound QualityTo connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box Connection CGood Picture and Sound Quality To receive cable programming with cable boxConnection D To connect TV and antenna or cable boxInteractive Setup Disabling Interactive SetupDSS System Overview Programming the Remote ControlReference Controls and ButtonsParts of the DSS System World ViewHome View DSS TV Universal Remote included with your DSS systemFront Panel Controls Back Panel Remote Control Buttons Programming the Remote to Control Your TV Programming the Remote to Control Your VCR Programming the Remote to Control Other DevicesProgramming the Remote to Control a Second VCR Using the Remote Buttons to Control a Device Programming the Remote to Control a Cable BoxProgramming the remote to control a laserdisc player Remote Codes TV CodesVCR Codes Cable Box CodesGlossary Past Purchases Signal MeterMain Menu Point and SelectTroubleshooting Running the System TestWhat your warranty covers Appendix a Warranty InformationDigital Satellite System DSS Limited Warranty Toll-Free Telephone Product HelpHow you get service To receive a replacement receiver before your return yoursWhat we will do Product Registration What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to this warranty If you purchased your product outside the USARadio Interference Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information Notification to the Local Telephone CompanyAppendix C Accessories Audio/Video CablesUnited States and Canadian Orders Index From ANT OUT to TV Phone Jack Video Satellite100%