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FIRST THINGS FIRST

USING THIS MANUAL

There are a couple of conventions used in this manual that might help you read it.

•Words that appear in ALL CAPS indicate the name of a button.

•The names of on-screen menu options are shown in italics.

IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT THIS USER’S

MANUAL

This manual assumes that your DSS® system has been installed, meaning:

1.The DSS® satellite dish antenna has been installed, correctly pointed at the satellite, and connected to your DSS® receiver.

2.The DSS® receiver is connected to your television and to a telephone line.

3.The access card is installed in your DSS® receiver.

Your access card has been matched to your receiver, and should already be installed when you take the receiver out of the packing box. The access card should only be taken out of the DSS® receiver when you are issued a new card by your programming providers.

4.The DSS® remote control has batteries and can be programmed to control both your DSS® receiver and your TV (if your TV is remote-controllable).

If your system has not been installed, refer to the satellite dish Installer's Guide for information regarding proper installation. Then, refer to the next section, Connecting Your DSS® Receiver to Your TV. See your dealer for specific information regarding professional installation or the purchase of a Self-Installer’s Kit.

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Contents

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