Setting Locks and Limits
If your system is locked, the padlock symbol appears (
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The Locks and Limits feature gives you control over the use of your system. You can restrict program viewing by cost, ratings, and station. You can also set a lock to prevent the ordering of
1 Select SET LOCKS AND LIMITS from the Custom Setup Menu.
The Set Locks and Limits screen appears, with the current settings shown next to each button.
2 Select a lock or limit from the screen (see the descriptions below).
SET LOCKS AND LIMITS
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| STATION LOCKS | 0 Station(s) Currently Locked |
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Your DSS receiver is shipped to you unlocked, with the default settings as described below.
Spending Limit | Lets you set a maximum spending limit for a single |
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Ratings Limit | Allows you to set a maximum ratings limit. When the |
| system is locked, you cannot view programs rated |
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Station Locks | Lets you prevent the viewing of stations that you lock. |
| When the system is locked, programs that appear on |
| locked stations cannot be viewed. The default is no |
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PPV Lock | Allows you to prevent PPV purchases. When the |
| system and the PPV option are locked, |
| programs cannot be purchased. The default setting is |
| unlocked. |
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Note
After you’ve set a lock or limit, you must lock the system before any locks or limits take effect. Locking the system is described on page 57.