Operating Instructions

Auto Setup

Before you can enjoy the TV Guide On Screen™ System, you will need to perform the Auto Setup.

1When your HD DVR is first powered on, the set up screen will automatically appear.

✍If you do not see any image, check the connections to the TV. Also check the FORMAT setting by pressing the FORMAT button until the Front Panel Window displays a Format setting that is compatible with your TV and TV connections (see page 73 for more information about Format settings).

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Follow the on screen set up, selecting the types of signals your HD DVR will receive.

The TV Guide On Screen system setup must be completed before using other features of the HD DVR.

3The HD DVR will automatically search for available stations. This may take up to 30 minutes, or more, depending on the number and types of channels available. After the auto set up is completed, the TV Guide On Screen system set up screen appears.

4Enter your country, zip or postal code and indicate again which types of signals your HD DVR will receive. You may also select to allow an external VCR to be controlled by your HD DVR.

5After the TV Guide On Screen™ set up is complete, Listings or correct time information will not immediately be available. Make sure to turn the HD DVR off overnight and you will begin to see program guide information appear for your area within 24 hours.

6Within 24 hours after completing the TV Guide On Screen System setup, you may see a message asking you to select from several cable TV service providers and subscription service levels (basic service, premium service, etc.). Select the appropriate service provider and subscription level to view the correct guide information for your area and subscription.

✍To continue receiving listings, turn off your HD DVR overnight or when not in use.

✍The TV Guide On Screen system may display incorrect time and date information until correct information is received soon after the HD DVR is first connected to a broadcast or cable signal. Correct time information will typically appear within 24 hours.

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