Using the Program Guide

To display the channel banner

1.While watching a program, press the INFO button. The channel banner displays.

2.To browse other channel programming info, such as program titles and times, use the arrow buttons as shown below.

 

View programming info for next channel up from

what is on channel banner.

 

View programming info for next channel down from

what is on channel banner.

View info on next program scheduled from what

is on channel banner.

 

 

View info on prior program scheduled from what

is on channel banner.

 

3. To tune to a channel shown in the channel banner, press the SELECT button.

Setting a timer to tune to a future program

1.Press GUIDE.

2.Use UP, DOWN and RIGHT buttons to highlight a future program.

3.Press SELECT. If the PIN is required for purchasing or if Parental Control is selected for this program, a screen appears asking you for the PIN. Enter PIN.

4.Press SELECT again to set the timer. The selected program background will turn red in the guide. You can check all pre-selected programs in the Settings Menu under Timer Review.

Note: If you currently purchased a PPV movie, you cannot set a timer during this movie.

Note: You can only set one timer per time frame. Time frames cannot overlap.

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Motorola DCT2500, DCT2000 user manual Setting a timer to tune to a future program, To display the channel banner

DCT2000, DCT2500 specifications

The Motorola DCT2000 and DCT2500 are digital cable television set-top boxes that have made significant contributions to the evolution of digital television viewing. Designed for cable operators and consumers alike, these models offer a plethora of features that enhance the viewing experience while providing robust solutions for service providers.

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