Philips DSX 5375, DSX 5353 Standby Mode, TV Mode, Guide Mode, Menu Mode Getting Started, Modes

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MODES

Your Satellite Receiver has four modes:

•Standby - Satellite Receiver is on but inactive; television is off.

•TV - displays television programming.

•Guide - for viewing schedules and tuning to a program.

•Menu - for setting preferences and access codes.

To change modes, press the POWER, GUIDE, or MENU buttons on the remote. Features available in each mode are described below.

Standby Mode

When you press the POWER button on either the Satellite Receiver or remote control, the Satellite Receiver enters Standby mode.When you are not using the Satellite Receiver, DO NOT TURN OFF THE POWER to the Satellite Receiver; when the Satellite Receiver is in Standby mode, the Guide refreshes itself continuously to ensure that it is up to date.

Temporarily unlocked channels are NOT kept in memory when the system goes into standby mode; themes and favorite chan- nels are kept in memory.

TV Mode

This is the normal viewing mode in which programs are viewed without Guide or Menu displayed.

Guide Mode Screen

Menu Mode Screen

Guide Mode

In Guide mode, you can view lists of programs according to their time slot and channel.You can tune to a program, receive notification when a program is about to start, order pay per view programs, search through listings for a specific type of pro- gram, and tag programs for future viewing.You can also access the menu, other guides, a tag list, or help.

Menu Mode

Menu mode lets you access or customize the features of your Satellite Receiver. Categories include Guide, General Settings,Access Control, Preferred Language, Purchases, Installation, Upgrades, and Mail. Details of each option are explained in this user manual.

Getting Started

Before you can use your system, you must do the following:

•Install your Satellite Receiver according to the instructions in the Satellite Dish Antenna Assembly & Alignment Guide.

•Install the Access Card as described on page 12.

•Connect the telephone line to the Satellite Receiver so that you can purchase pay per view programs. Note:A telephone cord is included with the Satellite Receiver.

•To activate your service call:

DIRECTV at 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288).

The next few pages will explain these processes in detail.

It's time to connect the Satellite Receiver to your TV and other equipment. Go to page 8 to begin.

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Contents DSX Verification of ownership Warranty Owner ConfirmationCare. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces Safety Instructions Read Before Operating EquipmentPart 68 Analog Device Warnings Safety Instructions CONT’DGeneral Information Federal Communication Commission FCCDisclaimers Table of ContentsOverview FeaturesMenu Mode Getting Started Standby ModeTV Mode Guide ModeBattery Installation Preparing Your Remote ControlControls and Connections Front ViewSmart Help Rear ViewIf your Television has Audio/Video A/V ConnectorsConnecting to Your Existing Equipment If your Television has RF UHF/VHF Connection OnlySecondary Audio/Video Outputs Connecting the VCRConnecting to Your Existing Equipment CONT’D If you have a TV and a VCRVCR controller output DSX3575 only Inserting Your Access CardReplacing the Access Card To Replace the Access CardSwitching Your Satellite Receiver on and OFF Guide mode returns to the previous state Remote Control USE SatelliteMenu mode inactive Guide mode goes to channel entered in GuidePress to turn TV on or off For channel surfing Remote Control USE TVSwitches audio on and off VOL +Press to play a tape For channel surfing Remote Control USE VCRPress once to start a recording Press to turn VCR on or offProgramming the Universal Remote Control Manually Setting the Remote to Operate a TV or VCRAutomatic Search TV Codes Contd Programming the Universal Remote Control ContdVCR Codes Button and OK Dish ConfigurationOn Screen Installation Enter Zip CodeSystem Test On Screen Installation CONT’DVCR Control DSX5375R only Point DishTo access the installation menu VCR Controller Set UpVCR Controller DSX 5375R only General Operation of Your Directv Receiver Short BannerBanner Notification Displays Browse BannerNotification Displays Song ID DisplaysProgram list What’s In the GuideDirectv Programming Guide Short bannerDirectv Programming Guide CONT’D Using the GuideTo tag a PPV program Using the Guide cont’dTag a program for future viewing or recording to a VCR To tag a non-PPV programTo purchase a PPV program Pay Per View PPVFavorite Channels ThemesTaglist To change audio tracks when availableAlternate Audio Options MenuGo to Date Software Upgrade MessageMessages HelpGeneral Settings Navigating In Menu ModeMenu Mode Defaults Using the MenuSelecting a Screen Format Header General Settings CONT’DImages appear as broadcasted To Edit a Favorites List Name To Configure or Edit Favorites ListTo display favorite channels Lock/Unlock The System Change PasswordAccess Control To change your passwordConfirm the selection and go to the previous menu Access Control CONT’DChannel Lock Set Spending LimitTo set the Maturity Rating Replace Access CardRating Limit Preferred LanguagePurchases To cancel purchasesCompleted Purchases Pending PurchasesUpgrades InstallationTo view upgrades Smart Help MailCannot order PPV program Cannot access programCannot cancel PPV Cannot access lock screensGlossary Smart Help CONT’DGlossary CONT’D SpecificationsIndex For warranty coverage Model Number Serial Number Limited Warranty