Philips DSX 5350 user manual Smart Help

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SMART HELP

WHERE TO FIND HELP

The banner area at the top of the display provides context sensitive help text based on

the menu, sub-menu, or object you select. General help is available by highlighting the "?" icon at the bottom of the Guide screen and pressing OK.

Error messages that display on the screen are self- explanatory. Some possible error messages are explained below. To remove an error message from the screen, press OK.

No picture, no sound, power indicator LED does not light.

•Receiver is not plugged into the AC outlet or is not switched on.

•Check AC outlet connection. Press the ON/OFF button on the front of the Satellite Receiver.

•Check batteries in the remote.

No picture, no sound.

•The receiver is in standby.

•Check connections from the Satellite Receiver to the TV.

•Turn Satellite Receiver off, unplug, wait 10 to 15 seconds, plug back in, and try.

Arrow buttons don’t work.

•Make sure no objects obstruct the line of sight between the remote and the Satellite Receiver.

•The remote control may need new batteries.

•See also "Screen is frozen."

Cannot access program.

•Check that you are subscribing to the station to which you want to tune. Call DIRECTV if you are not sure.

•Be sure the system is not locked as indicated by the lock icon in the banner.

Cannot order PPV program.

•It may be too late to purchase this program. Check for other showtimes.

•Make sure the PPV option is not locked (see page 35).

•Program may exceed purchase limit.

•Your access card may be full. Call DIRECTV.

•Telephone cable not installed or attached correctly.

Cannot cancel PPV.

•You cannot cancel PPV orders that you've watched or tuned to. However, you can cancel programs you've ordered but haven't watched even if it has already aired.

Guide does not tune to the selected program.

• Press OK to select the program you highlighted.

Cannot display favorite stations.

• You must set up your Favorites list before favorite channels will display (see page 28).

Locks not working.

• Check that the system is locked (see page 35).

Cannot access lock screens.

• The system must be unlocked before you can make changes to the access control lock settings (see page 35).

Cannot lock or unlock the system

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Contents Directv Plus Satellite Receiver Mum protection under the terms Event of product theft or lossVerification of ownership Safety Instructions Read Before Operating Equipment Figure aFederal Communication Commission FCC Safety Instructions CONT’DGeneral Information Part 68 Analog Device WarningsTable of Contents CreditsFeatures OverviewTV Mode ModesPreparing Your Remote Control Battery InstallationControls and Connections Front ViewRear View RF UHF/VHF Connection only Connecting to Your Existing EquipmentIf Your Television has AUDIO/VIDEO A/V Connectors If Your Television hasIf YOU have a Connecting to Your Existing Equipment CONT’DTV and a VCR Refer to the illustration at rightInserting Your Access Card Replacing the Access CardYour Access Card is Fragile Replacing the Access Card To Replace the Access CardSwitching Your Satellite Receiver on and OFF Remote Control USE Satellite This remote control will operate Remote Control USE TVIncreases and decreases volume Switches audio on and offPress to stop the tape Remote Control USE VCRPress once to start a recording Press to play a tape For channel surfingTV Codes Programming the Universal Remote ControlManually Setting the Remote to Operate a TV or VCR Automatic SearchProgramming the Universal Remote Control Contd VCR CodesTV Codes Contd If you dont see these screens, go to Access Control on On Screen InstallationTo access the installation menu Enter ZIP CodeIt is recommended to obtain a signal On Screen Installation CONT’DDish Configuration Please choose the option that best matches your setupGeneral Operation of Your Directv Plus Receiver System TestTo remove the banner, press Exit BannerShort Banner Program long descriptionSong ID Displays Notification DisplaysBrowse Banner Notification DisplaysShort banner Directv Programming GuideSelected date Program listUsing the Guide Directv Programming Guide CONT’DWHAT’S in the Guide To tag a non-PPV program Using the Guide CONT’DTag a program for future viewing To tag a PPV programPAY PER View PPV To purchase a PPV programTo Change the Contents A Favorites List Favorite ChannelsTo Edit a Favorites List Name Alternate Audio To change audio tracks when availableThemes To select ThemesGo to Date Options MenuOther Guides TaglistMessages Software Upgrade MessageOptions Menu CONT’D MenuUsing the Menu Navigating in Menu ModeMenu Mode Defaults Selecting a General SettingsScreen Format Screen Format HeaderBanner Duration Seconds Press MenuAccess Control LOCK/UNLOCK the SystemTo lock or unlock the system To change your password Access Control CONT’DChange Password Maturity RatingChannel Lock SET Purchase LimitTo set the Purchase Limit Language To choose the languagePurchases Completed PurchasesTo view completed purchases To cancel purchases Purchases ContdPending Purchases Mail UpgradesTo view upgrades To view mailSmart Help Smart Help CONT’D Expert Installation Telephone PrefixApplication Type Glossary Audio/VideoSpecifications Index Limited Warranty Digital Satellite Receiver