Philips DSX5250 manual Using menu mode, Messages, Using Menu Mode, Navigating in Menu Mode

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Messages

The satellite receiver may occasionally display messages which overlay the Guide.To dismiss a message, press OK.

Software Upgrade Message

When DIRECTV schedules or transmits a software upgrade, you will be notified by an onscreen message. Once a software upgrade is complete, your satellite receiver is ready to use. Old software cannot be restored.

Using Menu Mode

The Menu mode lets you customize the features of your satellite receiver. Categories include General Settings, Access Control, Preferred Language, Purchases, Installation, Upgrades and Mail.

In Menu mode, the following buttons on the remote are inactive: FAVORITES,THEMES, GUIDE, and ALT AUDIO.

To access the main menu from the Guide:

1.Press the MENU button on the remote.

2.Press OK.

To access the main menu from the TV:

1.Press the MENU button on the remote.

To dismiss the menu:

Press the MENU button on the remote control.This removes the menu from the screen and accepts all the changes you have made.

To return to your program and cancel a transaction:

Press EXIT.

Navigating in Menu Mode

To navigate through the menus, use the 3 and 4 buttons to highlight an option.Then press OK to confirm the selection and display a sub-menu or dialog. Selecting items on a sub-menu displays a dialog in which you can change settings or review parameters. To navigate within a dialog, press the 3 and 4 buttons.To accept changes and return to a sub-menu, press OK. If the dialog contained non-exclusive choices, press OK and BACK.

Menu mode defaults

Menu mode has the following defaults:

Screen Format:

Full screen (4:3)

Banner Duration:

5 seconds

Favorites Names:

Maximum 4 lists. List 1, List 2, List 3, List 4.Ten characters per list name

Favorites Channels:

All channels selected for each list

Channel Lock:

None

Maturity Rating:

R

Per-Purchase Limit:

$10.00

Password:

0000

Password Mode:

Unlocked

Menu & Guide Language:

English

Audio Track Language:

English

Dish Configuration*:

Single

The following sections tell you how to change these settings.

*Described in the Installation section (see page 17).

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Contents Page Accessories Power SourcesPower Cord Protection Read InstructionsIII This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC U.S.A. Rules FCC Regulations and InformationGeneral Information FCC Part 68 Analog Device WarningsDirectv DirectvContents Using Menu Mode Overview FeaturesBefore You Start Standby Mode TV ModeGuide Mode Menu ModeFront View About your Directv PLUSsatellite receiverRear View About the remote Preparing your remote for use Fitting BatteriesConnecting to your existing equipment If your Television has RF Connection OnlyIf your Television has A/V Connectors If you have a TV and a VCR VCRInserting your Access Card Replacing the Access CardInstallation Switching Your Receiver On and OffTo access the installation menu Enter Zip CodePoint Dish Dish ConfigurationSystem Test Operation About the bannerZap Banner Short banner Long bannerBrowse Banner Song ID DisplaysNotification Displays While watching a program, you canUsing the Directv Programming Guide What’s in the GuideHelp Menu Taglist Go to Date Other GuidesTo do this Using the GuideDo this To enter the password To tag a non-PPV programTo tag a PPV program To untag a programPay Per View PPV To purchase a PPV programTo change audio tracks when available Favorite ChannelsThemes Alternate AudioOptions menu Other GuidesGo to Date TaglistMenu HelpUsing menu mode Using Menu ModeNavigating in Menu Mode Menu mode defaultsScreen Format General settingsBanner Duration Favorite Channel To change the contents of a Favorites ListTo edit a Favorites List Name Access Control Change PasswordTo change your password Lock/Unlock the SystemChannel Lock Set Purchase LimitMaturity Rating To set the Purchase LimitReplace the Access Card To replace the Access CardPreferred language To choose the preferred languageUpgrades PurchasesCompleted Purchases Pending PurchasesTo view mail MailTo delete a message Where to Find Help TroubleshootingSymptom Possible Solutions Access card problems Remote control doesn’t workVolume too high You see a message that says a software upgrade is availableGlossary CAMEPG IppvPPV MPGSPG Telephone Prefix Appendix a Installation in expert ModeApplication Type Specifications Keep in a Safe Place for Future ReferencePhilips
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