First Things First, Read the First TWO Chapters | RCA pmn manual

FIRST THINGS FIRST

READ THE FIRST TWO CHAPTERS

The first two chapters of the manual introduce you to your DSS® system, and show you how to use the on-screen guides and menus.

In First Things First, you’ll learn:

•how to use this manual

•how to use the menu system and guides

•different ways to connect the receiver to your TV

•how to connect the VCR controller

•how to order programming

Program Guides details the items and features associated with the different guides.

THE REST OF THE MANUAL

The rest of the book includes menu information, reference information such as remote codes, a glossary, and an index.

1 FIRST THINGS FIRST

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2 PROGRAM GUIDES

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3 THE MENU SYSTEM

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4 REFERENCE

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5 APPENDICES

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RCA pmn manual First Things First, Read the First TWO Chapters, Rest of the Manual

Contents

Satellite Receiver Users Guide Care and Cleaning Safety Information Table of Contents Reference Read the First TWO Chapters First Things FirstFirst Things First Rest of the Manual What is the DSS SYSTEM? Programming the Remote Installing Batteries in the Remote ControlWHAT’S in the BOX Important Note about this USER’S Manual Using this Manual Select Point and Select MethodPoint Things to Know Before Connecting Components Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVProtect Your Components from Power Surges Protect Your Components from Overheating Video Jack and Cable Jacks and CablesAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type 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 Using the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor Connecting the VCR ControllerLocating the VCR’S Infrared Remote Control Sensor Selecting a VCR Type Ordering DSS Programming Interactive Setup Program Guides What is a Program GUIDE?Program Guides Bringing UP the Program Guides Anatomy of a Program Guide Highlighted Scout binoculars icon a Scout has found Anatomy of the Channel Banner Getting around in the Guides Using the Guide Button Other Program Guides Tuning to a Program Logo Guide Channel GuideAttractions Guide Exiting a Program Guide Topics Sorting the Guides All MoviesSports Backspace or Clear All AlphaSort Scout Other Guides Help Other buttons ExitDown Arrow Main menu WHAT’S a MENU? Menu SystemDON’T Forget Point and Select Menu System Using Help Using the Menu SystemExit and Help Exiting a Screen DON’T be Afraid to Explore Menu Descriptions Want More Information? Program GuideAnatomy of a Program Guide Checking Your Mail HOW to Tell When YOU have MailMailbox Purchasing and Previewing Tuning to a PPV ProgramPAY-PER-VIEW Programs Buy and Record Option Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs Using the Attractions Guide Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming Purchase Using the Purchases Menu Spending Limits Spending limits are in effect only when the system is locked Recording with Timer Timers FeatureSetting Up Timer Recordings Editing or Canceling a Timer Schedule a Timer with the Record Button Creating a Profile Channel List Profiles Add or Delete All Channels Setting the Ratings Limit Viewing Hours Setting UP Spending Limits Locking the System Don’t Forget Your PasswordLocking a USER’S Profile Choosing Your Profile Unlocking the SystemSession Unlock Options Interactive Setup Look and Feel About DSS System Options Alternate Data Audio Language Dish Pointing Menu Screen Peak Signal Using the ON-SCREEN Signal Meter Home Control Home Control setupDevice Setup Device Control Select Set Timer Customize the Fetch Menu Fetch Menu HOW IT ALL Works ReferenceWHAT’S IT FOR? What Else can IT DO? World View Parts of the DSS System Home View Front Panel Controls Controls and Buttons Back Panel Controls Remote Control Buttons Transport Buttons REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, Record Programming the Remote ControlUsing the Remote to Control a Second DSS Receiver Programming the Remote to Control Your VCR Programming the Remote to Control Your TV Programming the Remote to Control Other Devices Using the Remote Buttons to Control a Device TV Codes Remote Codes VCR Codes Glossary Main Menu MailboxPast Purchases Point and Select Running the System Test Troubleshooting RCA Digital Satellite System Limited Warranty Appendix a Warranty Information To receive a replacement receiver before you return yours How you get service How state law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration If you purchased your product outside the United States FCC Registration Information Appendix B FCC RegulationsRadio Interference Notification to the Local Telephone Company Please complete other side also Appendix C Accessories United States and Canada Orders Video Accessories PO Box Ronks, PA DSS Index Index Page Tocom North Meridian Street Indianapolis,