Recording with Timer, Timers Feature | DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver

THE MENU SYSTEM

TIMERS FEATURE

The Timers feature allows you to preset your system to automatically tune to a particular channel at a predetermined time.

Recording with Timer

To use the Timers feature, select Timers from the Main menu to bring up the Timers screen.

1Select a Timer (1-8) and then use the arrow keys to complete the on-screen sentence.

2When the sentence is complete, select Run Timer.

Complete the on-screen sentence to set up a timer.

Recording with Timer and D-VHS VCR

When you record with a D-VHS VCR and the required DAV cable, the on-screen scheduling sentence displays a few more options.

Digital recording offers more options.

•Choose the type of recording you want to make, either digital or analog.

•If you choose analog, you can also choose a recording speed.

On-screen icons are an easy way to understand the timers.

indicates the timer is set.

indicates the timer is set for a PPV.

indicates a timer conflict.

Editing or Canceling a Timer

From the Timers screen, select the Timer you want to edit or cancel, and then do the following:

•Use the arrows keys to edit the Timer, then select Run Timer.

•Select Clear Timer to cancel the timer.

•To record the program on a daily or weekly edit that program’s timer.

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DirecTV ProScan DSS Receiver manual Recording with Timer and D-VHS VCR, Editing or Canceling a Timer, Timers Feature

Contents

DSS Receiver Personnel Safety Information Table of Contents Reference Appendix C Accessories Index First Things First Read the First TWO Chapters First Things First What is the DSS SYSTEM? WHAT’S in the BOX Programming the Remote Using this Manual Point and Select Method Point Connecting Your DSS Receiver To Your TV Protect Your Components from Power SurgesProtect Your Components from Overheating VCR Controller Jack and Cable Video Jack and CableAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type To receive off-air programming with cable box To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable boxTo receive DSS programming To receive off-air programming no cable box Connection B To receive cable programming with cable box To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable boxConnection C Connection D To connect TV and antenna or cable box Connecting the VCR Controller Using the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor Set VCR Type screen lets you enter a code for your VCR What does the Agile Modulator allow you to do? Resetting the Agile ModulatorChoosing a DSS Output Channel DSS Sending the DSS Signal to Multiple TVS Interactive Setup Connecting a CompatibleOrdering DSS Programming Program Guides What is a Program GUIDE? Anatomy of a Program Guide Program Guides Anatomy of the Channel Banner Point to Channels with the number keys Detail GuideGrid Guide SurfGuide Bottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Exiting a Program Guide Channel GuideLogo Guide Attractions Guide Topics Sports MoviesAll Clear All AlphaSort Scout Other Guides Main menu Other buttons ExitHelp Down Arrow DON’T Forget Point Select WHAT’S a MENU?Menu System Exiting a Screen Using HelpUsing the Menu System Menu System Don’t Forget about Clear button Program Guide Want More Information? Mailbox PAY-PER-VIEW Programs Buy and Record Option Point to a channel and select it Purchase Edit screen lets you cancel an upcoming purchase Spending limits are in effect only when the system is locked Timers Feature Recording with TimerRecording with Timer and D-VHS VCR Editing or Canceling a Timer Schedule a Timer with the Record Button Setting Up Timer Recordings Profiles Add or Delete All Channels You can limit viewing seven days a week Don’t Forget Your Password Session Unlock Unlocking the System Options Interactive Setup About DSS System Options Selects from among the available data on the current channel Dish Pointing Menu Screen Peak Signal Connect the Home Control Data Interface Module Install Batteries in the Data Interface Control ModuleConnect the Home Control Lamp Module Device Setup Complete the on-screen sentence to schedule a timer Customize the Fetch Menu Fetch MenuPage Reference HOW IT ALL WorksWHAT’S IT FOR? What Else can IT DO? Parts of the DSS System Reference Home View Controls and Buttons Back Panel Controls LEC Changing the RF Remote Code Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS Receiver Your VCR Programming the Remote to Control Other Devices Laserdisc/DVD Player Codes TV Codes Cable Box/Satellite Receiver Codes VCR Codes Glossary Reference Running the System Test Troubleshooting Appendix a Warranty Information How you get service If you purchased your product outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty Product Registration FCC Registration Information Appendix B FCC RegulationsRadio Interference Here Appendix C Accessories To place your order by phone, have your Visa United States and Canada Orders DSS Index Set VCR type 15 Signal meter 53 peak signal Page 50%