Menu Descriptions, EXPLORE, EXPLORE, Explore | RCA DRD403RA specification

THE MENU SYSTEM

MENU DESCRIPTIONS

This section briefly describes each of the available Main menu options. Detailed information about each menu is included in the sections of the manual which describe each menu.

Program Guide

Shows the on-screen programming schedules.

Mailbox

Use to read your mail messages.

Purchases

Use to review or cancel upcoming purchases, and to review past purchases.

Timers

Allows you to schedule the DSS® system to tune to a specific channel at a specific time, and to record that channel.

Profiles

Allows you to adjust user profiles, and to set rating, channel, and spending limits.

Options

Allows you to run the system test, install a new access card, or set the DSS® system to control your VCR.

Dish Pointing

Use to find your dish pointing coordinates, and to access the on-screen signal strength meter.

Assistance

Shows you information about using the system and setting the system to your personal preferences.

EXPLORE, EXPLORE, EXPLORE!

Once you’ve learned the basics, feel free to poke around the menu system because exploring is the best way to learn. The context-sensitive help at the bottom of the screen provides instructions for getting through any particular menu or control panel. Remember, press CLEAR at any time to leave the menu system and return to regular DSS® viewing.

Context-Sensitive Help

Most of the screens contain information to help you decide what to do next. If you get stuck, look for the help text.

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RCA DRD403RA owner manual Menu Descriptions, EXPLORE, EXPLORE, Explore

Contents

Satellite Receiver Safety Information Refer Servicing to Qualified Service Personnel Table of Contents Connections Reference Putting YOU in Control First Things FirstHI, MY Name is JAY Read the First Four Sections WHAT’S LEFT? What is the DSS SYSTEM? Ordering DSS Programming Installing Batteries in the Remote Control WHAT’S in the BOX Using this Manual Important Note about this USER’S Manual WHAT? THERE’S a RULE? Only Rule Point and SelectOnly Rule Point and Select Point What is Point and SELECT?Select Program Guide What is a Program GUIDE?Program Guide Getting around Program Guide Using the Guide ButtonBringing UP the Program Guides Changing Channels with the Number Selecting a Program Guide from Main Menu Tuning to a ProgramScrolling page by Grid Guide Types of Program GuidesInfo Guide Channel Guide Topic GuideAttractions Guide Using the Sorting Buttons Sorting the Grid and Info Guides Using the Themes Button Exiting a Program GuidePage Your ON-SCREEN Living Room Menu SystemWHAT’S a MENU? DON’T Forget Point and Select Exit and Help Using the Menu SystemUsing Help Exiting a Screen Changing the Main MENU’S Appearance Don’t Forget about Clear button Menu Descriptions EXPLORE, EXPLORE, Explore Especially for Parents ProfilesDifferent Drummers Profiles Personalizing the User Profiles Menuselect Creating and Editing a Profile Editing the Channel List Setting the Ratings LimitADD or Delete ALL Channels Locking a USER’S Profile Don’t Forget Your PasswordUnlocking a User’s Profile Setting UP Spending Limits Controlling the System Locking the System Unlocking the System Choosing Your Profile to Watch DSS Programming Session Unlock More Features WHAT? THERE’S MORE? PAY-PER-VIEW Programs Tuning to a PPV ProgramPurchasing and Viewing Using the Attractions Guide Using the Program Guide for PPV ProgramsBuy and Record Option Using the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming Purchase Setting UP Timer Recordings Timer FeatureConnecting the VCR Controller When Recording a PPV Program Recording with TimerEditing or Canceling a Timer Editing One-Button Recording Settings HOW to Tell When YOU have Mail ONE-BUTTON Recording with TimerUsing Fetch Mailbox Mailbox Size Alternate Audio ProgramsALT AUD Remote Button System Test NEW Access Card SetupPicture Size Alternate Audio Display Screen Help Buttons Using ON-LINE HelpAuto Help Menu Help Connections Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsProtect Your Components from Power Surges Protect Your Components from Overheating Video Jack and Cable S-VHS Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVJacks and Cables Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Connection B Choosing a ConnectionConnection a Connection C Connection a Best Picture and Sound Quality Connection B Very Good Picture and Sound Quality To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box Connection CGood Picture and Sound Quality To receive cable programming with cable box Connection D To connect TV and antenna or cable box Interactive Setup Disabling Interactive Setup WHAT’S IT FOR? ReferenceHOW IT ALL Works What Else can IT DO? Parts of the DSS System World View Home View DSS TV Universal Remote included with your DSS system Controls and Buttons Front Panel Controls Back Panel Controls Remote Control Buttons Programming the Remote Control Programming the Remote to Control Your TV Programming the Remote to Control Other Devices Programming the Remote to Control Your VCRProgramming the Remote to Control a Second VCR Programming the Remote to Control a Cable Box Using the Remote Buttons to Control a DeviceProgramming the remote to control a laserdisc player Remote Codes TV Codes VCR Codes Glossary Past Purchases Signal MeterMain Menu Point and Select Troubleshooting Running the System Test What Your Warranty Covers Appendix a Warranty InformationDigital Satellite System DSS Limited Warranty TOLL-FREE Telephone Product Help To receive a replacement receiver before your return yours HOW YOU GET ServiceWhat WE will do Product Registration What Your Warranty does not CoverHOW State LAW Relates to this Warranty If YOU Purchased Your Product Outside the USA Notification to the Local Telephone Company Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information Rights of the Telephone Company Appendix C Accessories Audio/Video Cables United States and Canadian Orders Index Phone Jack Remote Video Satellite VCR Control Ussb Page 100%