Main Menu, Past Purchases, Point and Select, Themes | RCA DRD403RA

REFERENCE

Main Menu

The first list of choices in the DSS® on-screen menu system. Press the MENU button on the remote or front panel to bring up the Main menu.

Past Purchases

Detailed list of the programs that you have already purchased and viewed.

Point and Select

The method of using the remote control (or front panel) buttons to navigate to and make choices among the different parts of the on-screen displays.

Program Guide

Lists and updates the programs and services available from your program providers.

Ratings Limit

Provides a means of restricting viewing of rated programs, based on program rating information. The operation of this feature depends upon the availability and accuracy of data supplied from and broadcast by the program provider.

Signal Meter

An on-screen display that indicates the relative strength of the satellite signal and sounds a test tone to help you lock in on the satellite signal. The signal meter is used when you adjust your DSS® dish.

Spending Limit

Provides a means of restricting viewing; based on cost-per-program limit.

System Test

Provides a diagnostics check that can be used to determine that the main components of the DSS® system— signal, tuning, phone, and access card—are connected and working properly.

TV/DSS® Buttons

Remote control buttons that toggles the input signal to your TV from the antenna or cable signals to the satellite signal. Similar in function to that of TV/VCR buttons on some VCRs and remote controls.

Themes

Provides a way to simplify the Program Guide and make it easier to find programs of special interest to you.

Upcoming Purchases

Detailed list of the programs you have purchased but have not yet been broadcast.

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RCA DRD403RA Main Menu, Past Purchases, Point and Select, Ratings Limit, Signal Meter, Spending Limit, System Test, Themes

Contents

Satellite Receiver Refer Servicing to Qualified Service Personnel Safety Information Table of Contents Reference Connections HI, MY Name is JAY Read the First Four Sections First Things FirstPutting YOU in Control WHAT’S LEFT? Ordering DSS Programming What is the DSS SYSTEM? WHAT’S in the BOX Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Important Note about this USER’S Manual Using this 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 Bringing UP the Program Guides Using the Guide ButtonGetting around Program Guide 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 Sorting the Grid and Info Guides Using the Sorting Buttons Exiting a Program Guide Using the Themes ButtonPage WHAT’S a MENU? Menu SystemYour ON-SCREEN Living Room DON’T Forget Point and Select Using Help Using the Menu SystemExit and Help Exiting a Screen Don’t Forget about Clear button Changing the Main MENU’S Appearance EXPLORE, EXPLORE, Explore Menu Descriptions Different Drummers ProfilesEspecially for Parents Profiles Menuselect Personalizing the User Profiles 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 Controlling the System Setting UP Spending Limits Unlocking the System Locking the System Session Unlock Choosing Your Profile to Watch DSS Programming WHAT? THERE’S MORE? More Features 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 Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming Purchase Using the Purchases Menu Setting UP Timer Recordings Timer FeatureConnecting the VCR Controller Editing or Canceling a Timer Recording with TimerWhen Recording a PPV Program Editing One-Button Recording Settings Using Fetch ONE-BUTTON Recording with TimerHOW to Tell When YOU have Mail Mailbox Mailbox Size Alternate Audio ProgramsALT AUD Remote Button Picture Size NEW Access Card SetupSystem Test Alternate Audio Display Screen Auto Help Using ON-LINE HelpHelp Buttons Menu Help Protect Your Components from Power Surges Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsConnections Protect Your Components from Overheating Jacks and Cables Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVVideo Jack and Cable S-VHS Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Connection a Choosing a ConnectionConnection B Connection C Best Picture and Sound Quality Connection a Very Good Picture and Sound Quality Connection B Good Picture and Sound Quality Connection CTo connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box To receive cable programming with cable box To connect TV and antenna or cable box Connection D Disabling Interactive Setup Interactive Setup HOW IT ALL Works ReferenceWHAT’S IT FOR? What Else can IT DO? World View Parts of the DSS System DSS TV Universal Remote included with your DSS system Home View Front Panel Controls Controls and Buttons Back Panel Controls Remote Control Buttons Programming the Remote to Control Your TV Programming the Remote Control 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 TV Codes Remote Codes VCR Codes Glossary Main Menu Signal MeterPast Purchases Point and Select Running the System Test Troubleshooting Digital Satellite System DSS Limited Warranty Appendix a Warranty InformationWhat Your Warranty Covers TOLL-FREE Telephone Product Help To receive a replacement receiver before your return yours HOW YOU GET ServiceWhat WE will do HOW State LAW Relates to this Warranty What Your Warranty does not CoverProduct Registration If YOU Purchased Your Product Outside the USA FCC Registration Information Appendix B FCC RegulationsNotification to the Local Telephone Company Rights of the Telephone Company Audio/Video Cables Appendix C Accessories United States and Canadian Orders Phone Jack Remote Video Satellite VCR Control Index Ussb Page 100%