Programming the Remote Control | RCA pmn specs

REFERENCE

VOL UP/DOWN Adjusts the audio volume.

DIGIT KEYS (0 - 9) Use the digit keys to tune directly to a channel. If you are in the menu system, use the digit keys to enter numbers for the time, date, channel and passwords.

INPUT In TV and VCR mode, press the INPUT button one or more times to toggle through the available video inputs.

ANT Lets you switch the source of the video signal from DSS® satellite signals to an off-air antenna or cable signal.

TRANSPORT Buttons (REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD,

STOP, PAUSE) Use when controlling an auxiliary device, such as a VCR or Laserdisc player. Note that the RECORD button is used to schedule a timer recording when using a program guide.

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL

The DSS® remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable TVs, VCRs, and cable boxes. The remote is programmed to control most RCA, GE and ProScan TVs and VCRs. The remote needs to be programmed to control other manufacturers’ brands.

Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS® Receiver

The remote can control two DSS® receivers. From the Main menu, select Options, then System Options, then Remote Setup. Choose which button, DSS1 or DSS2, will control the DSS® receiver.

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RCA pmn manual Programming the Remote Control, Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS Receiver

Contents

Satellite Receiver Users Guide Care and Cleaning Safety Information Table of Contents Reference Rest of the Manual First Things FirstRead the First TWO Chapters First Things First What is the DSS SYSTEM? Installing Batteries in the Remote Control WHAT’S in the BOXProgramming the Remote Important Note about this USER’S Manual Using this Manual Point and Select Method PointSelect Protect Your Components from Overheating Connecting Your DSS Receiver to Your TVThings to Know Before Connecting Components Protect Your Components from Power Surges RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type Jacks and CablesVideo Jack and Cable Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Best Picture and Sound Quality Connection a Very Good Picture and Sound Quality Connection B To receive cable programming with cable box Connection CGood Picture and Sound Quality To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box To connect TV and antenna or cable box Connection D Connecting the VCR Controller Locating the VCR’S Infrared Remote Control SensorUsing the VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor Selecting a VCR Type Ordering DSS Programming Interactive Setup What is a Program GUIDE? Program GuidesProgram 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 Exiting a Program Guide Channel GuideLogo Guide Attractions Guide Topics Sorting the Guides Movies SportsAll Backspace or Clear All AlphaSort Scout Other Guides Main menu Other buttons ExitHelp Down Arrow Menu System Menu SystemWHAT’S a MENU? DON’T Forget Point and Select Exiting a Screen Using the Menu SystemUsing Help Exit and Help DON’T be Afraid to Explore Menu Descriptions Program Guide Anatomy of a Program GuideWant More Information? HOW to Tell When YOU have Mail MailboxChecking Your Mail Tuning to a PPV Program PAY-PER-VIEW ProgramsPurchasing and Previewing 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 Timers Feature Setting Up Timer RecordingsRecording with Timer 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 Don’t Forget Your Password Locking a USER’S ProfileLocking the System Unlocking the System Session UnlockChoosing Your Profile 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 setup Device SetupHome Control Device Control Select Set Timer Customize the Fetch Menu Fetch Menu What Else can IT DO? ReferenceHOW IT ALL Works WHAT’S IT FOR? World View Parts of the DSS System Home View Front Panel Controls Controls and Buttons Back Panel Controls Remote Control Buttons Programming the Remote Control Using the Remote to Control a Second DSS ReceiverTransport Buttons REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, Record 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 Point and Select MailboxMain Menu Past Purchases 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 If you purchased your product outside the United States What your warranty does not coverHow state law relates to warranty Product Registration Notification to the Local Telephone Company Appendix B FCC RegulationsFCC Registration Information Radio Interference 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,