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Reference

Controls and Buttons

This part of the Reference sections discusses the controls and buttons
located on the receiver and the remote control.

Front Panel Controls

ON/OFF

Turns the DSS

receiver’s power on or off.

INFO

Brings up the on-screen channel banner.

ANTENNA

Switches the source of the video signal from satellite

signals to an off-air antenna or cable signal.

ARROWS

Press the navigation arrows to move the on-screen

highlight up, down, left, or right. Using the arrows to highlight a menu
item is also called “pointing.” The up and down arrows also change
channels.

MENU•SELECT

Brings up the Main menu. If you are already in the

menu system, press MENU•SELECT to select a highlighted choice.

ACCESS CARD

Identifies you to your program providers. The DSS

system requires a valid access card.

The Access Card door slides open so that you can replace the card when necessary.

ON/OFF

INFO

ANTENNA

SELECT

Summary of Contents for PRD8650B

Page 1: ...DSS Receiver User s Manual ...

Page 2: ...810 15 of the National Electrical Code which covers proper installation and grounding of television receiving equipment as well as to article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code which specifies that the satellite dish cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical IMPORTANT NOTICE This device incorporates an anticopy pro...

Page 3: ...UIDE Button 22 Getting Around in the Guides 22 Tuning to a Program 23 The Other Program Guides 23 Sorting the Guides 25 The Menu System 31 Using the Menu System 32 Exit and Help 32 Menu Descriptions 33 The Program Guide 34 Anatomy of a Program Guide 34 The Mailbox 35 How to tell when you have mail 35 Checking your mail 35 Pay Per View Programs 36 Purchasing and Previewing 36 Tuning to a PPV Progra...

Page 4: ...tions 50 Alternate Audio 51 Alternate Data 51 The Dish Pointing Menu Screen 52 Using the On Screen Signal Meter 53 Home Control 54 Fetch Menu 56 Reference 57 Parts of the DSS System 58 World View 58 Home View 59 Controls and Buttons 60 Front Panel Controls 60 Back Panel Controls 61 Remote Control Buttons 62 Programming the Remote Control 63 Programming the Remote to Control Your TV 64 Programming ...

Page 5: ...er to yourTV how to connect theVCR controller how to set the output channel how to send the DSS signal to multipleTVs how to connect a D VHSVCR 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 First Thing...

Page 6: ... up the DSS remote and push the DSS1 button Press the Channel Up Down buttons to scan through the channels Press the number keys to go directly to a channel There is an on screen program guide The program guide is like a TV listing in the newspaper It is designed to help you select regular programs and pay per view events You can also sort the guide to list only specific types of programs You can ...

Page 7: ...BACK DSS2 AUX DSS1 VCR TV POWER S ELE C T Remote Control Installing Batteries In the Remote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your DSS remote 1 Remove the cover from the battery compartment 2 Insert batteries as shown in the battery compartment matching the and end of each battery 3 Replace the cover Programming the Remote Depending on your equipmen...

Page 8: ...s 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 ...

Page 9: ...oint down that is to move the highlight toward the bottom of the screen press the down arrow To point right press the right arrow 2 Select Once you have pointed to an item on the screen select it by pressing the MENU SELECT button on the remote or front panel Selecting an item tells the menu system to go ahead and make the change you have indicated For example the instructions in the User s Manual...

Page 10: ... or disconnect any cables Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks Place the audio video cables to the sides of the TV s back panel instead of straight down the middle after you connect your components Try not to coil any twin lead cables and keep them away from the audio video cables as much as possible Make sure all antennas and ...

Page 11: ...ct it to the right red audio jack on the DSS receiver RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F type The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality and are to be used if audio video connections are not available for your TV These jacks are required for antenna or cable TV connections The RF jacks on the DSS receiver are labeled IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV The coaxial cable supplied with your DSS syste...

Page 12: ... TV to desired channel To receive off air programming with cable box 1 Turn off VCR and DSS receiver 2 Tune TV to cable box output channel usually CH2 CH3 or CH4 3 Tune cable box to desired channel To record DSS programming 1 Tune TV to receive S Video output from DSS receiver 2 Tune DSS receiver to desired channel 3 Set your VCR to record on line input To view VCR programming 1 Tune TV to VCR out...

Page 13: ...ired channel To receive off air programming with cable box 1 Turn off VCR and DSS receiver 2 Tune TV to cable box output channel usually CH2 CH3 or CH4 3 Tune cable box to desired channel To record DSS programming 1 Tune TV to record line output from DSS receiver Input1 2 Tune DSS receiver to desired channel 3 Set your VCR to record on line input To view VCR programming 1 Tune TV to VCR output cha...

Page 14: ...le programming with cable box 1 Turn off VCR and DSS receiver 2 Tune TV to cable box output channel usually CH2 CH3 or CH4 3 Tune cable box to desired channel To record DSS programming 1 Tune TV to the channel on which you receive the DSS signal 2 Tune DSS receiver to desired channel 3 Set VCR to record on line input To view VCR programming 1 Tune TV to VCR output channel usually CH3 or CH4 2 Turn...

Page 15: ...als from cable To receive off air programming no cable box 1 Turn off DSS receiver 2 Tune TV to desired channel To receive cable programming with cable box 1 Turn off DSS receiver 2 Tune TV to cable box output channel usually CH2 CH3 or CH4 3 Tune cable box to desired channel VIDEO DSS RECEIVER CABLE OR OFF AIR ANTENNA L R SATELLITE IN AUDIO L IN R VIDEO AUDIO SATELLITE DISH TV OUT TO TV IN FROM A...

Page 16: ... VCR Remote to Locate the Remote Sensor For VCRs that do not label the remote sensor you need to use the VCR s remote to locate the sensor before affixing the VCR controller 1 Hold the remote control so that it is touching the front of the VCR 2 Slowly move the remote over the front of the VCR while pressing the remote power button on and off 3 When your VCR turns off or on you have located the se...

Page 17: ... Point to Set VCR Type and press MENU SELECT The Set VCR Type screen lets you enter a code for your VCR 5 Use the arrows or digit keys to input the correct code for your VCR brand The VCR codes are located in the Reference section of this book 6 Follow the on screen instructions to ensure that you are using the correct code If the VCR automatically stops then you know that the receiver and the VCR...

Page 18: ...eiver Selecting an Output Channel The default setting is channel 14 off air and 65 cable Try to get a signal on these TV channels first If you want to change the output channel 1 Press MENU SELECT to bring up the Main menu 2 Point to and select Options 3 Point to and select System Options 4 Select Output Channel to begin the procedure and follow the on screen displays to select a new output channe...

Page 19: ...ion connected to your system by simply changing channels on the TV The simplified drawing at the right shows how cable or off air signals and the DSS output channel can be combined and routed through a whole house distribution system sold separately Although not shown in detail a whole house distribution system consists of signal splitter combiners and amplifiers to boost both the DSS output chann...

Page 20: ...eractive setup again select Options from the Main menu then select Interactive Setup If you just want to check your dish pointing coordinates or run the signal strength meter select Dish Pointing from the Main menu Ordering DSS Programming After you have installed your system you should contact the service providers DIRECTV and USSB to receive DSS programming Programming with DIRECTV Call 1 800 34...

Page 21: ...hedule in a different format Using the program guide is easy as long as you remember the Point and Select rule Point to items on the screen by pressing the arrow keys on the remote or front panel Then press MENU SELECT to tune to that program Program Guides First Things First 1 The Menu System Program Guides Reference 4 3 2 Appendices 5 ...

Page 22: ...selecting Program Guide or by using the GUIDE button on the remote Family is one of five selectable Profiles Program titles and information Returns you to previous screen Help gives you more information Sort the guide by Topics Movies or Sports Sorts the current guide alphabetically by title Searches guide for specific information Displays more sorting options Takes you to the Main menu Scrolls th...

Page 23: ...A password has been entered to override family or profile limits No limits can be accessed or changed Red Lock icon No limits can be accessed or changed A password is required to override limits or access the system Highlighted Scout binoculars icon A Scout has found program information Highlighted Mail icon indicates a message in your mailbox Home Control or Data Port icons The icon changes appea...

Page 24: ...ide by entering the channel number with the number keys 0 9 For example to point to channel 228 press the numbers 2 2 8 on the remote To point to channel 530 press 5 3 0 Scrolling Channel By Channel The programs that you see on the TV screen make up one section or page of the total program guide You can scroll to other sections using the arrows point to other times with the left and right arrows p...

Page 25: ...gram Buy Program to purchase the program Buy and Record to purchase the program and set up a timer to record the program Some Buy and Record programs may have a different purchase price Other Times to see what other times the program is available The options available to you may vary according to the type of program you select The Other Program Guides Besides the Detail Guide Grid Guide and SurfGu...

Page 26: ...ays a list of channels that show coming attractions and special events information Exiting A Program Guide There are three ways to exit a guide Point to a channel and press MENU SELECT Point to Exit and press MENU SELECT Press CLEAR or GO BACK on the remote You can point to any program and tune to that channel get more information or set a timer to record Just press the MENU SELECT INFO or RECORD ...

Page 27: ... user s preferences Select the Topics button to sort the guide The Topics button changes to the Topics Themes button Press the Topics Themes button to edit the current user s themes preferences These preferences are saved in each user s profile Checkmark the themes that interest you Select the categories and checkmark the themes you would like to appear when you select the Topics button in the gui...

Page 28: ...rests you Sports Select the Sports button to list sporting events only After selecting Sports the Sports button changes to a Sports Themes button Select the Sports Themes button to sort the guide to list specific types of sports such as basketball or soccer Select a Sports Theme that interests you All The All button resets the guide to show all available topics channels and listings for the curren...

Page 29: ...e All titles that begin with A appear in the AlphaSort list Next enter the letter U All titles beginning with AU appear in the list AlphaSort searches for specific titles in the guide Continue entering the specific title s letters until it appears in the AlphaSort list If you enter the wrong letter select either Backspace or Clear All Use the arrow buttons to highlight the title you are looking fo...

Page 30: ... might see in program information like NBA Select Enter Text to set up a Scout If NBA appears within a program title or program description the program will be included in the Scout Results program list The Scouts will search for information when the DSS receiver is off This may take up to 30 minutes for a full guide search You can check a Scout s results by selecting a Scout Scouts look for speci...

Page 31: ...or example you could sort the guide by pay per view movies that are available at a future time Select Guide Data and use the arrow and MENU SELECT buttons to choose the Guide Data group Guide Data lets you see what s on in the future Then select PPV in the Channel Groups category Channel Groups is another way to sort types of programming Select Exit or press the GO BACK button on the remote to ret...

Page 32: ...information about the guide Press MENU SELECT to continue Down Arrow The arrow button allows you to scroll down through other channels in the guide Point to the down arrow and then press MENU SELECT to scroll down through the program guide The Main menu Brings up the DSS system Main menu Press MENU SELECT to continue Exit button Help button Arrow button Main menu button ...

Page 33: ...creen menus are also separated into sections to help you find the information you need Don t Forget Point and Select As with all of the on screen displays you use Point and Select to navigate Use the MENU SELECT button to bring up the Main menu and then use Point and Select to choose a menu option The Menu System First Things First 1 The Menu System Program Guides Reference 4 3 2 Appendices 5 ...

Page 34: ... press MENU SELECT Press the CLEAR button on the remote control The on screen displays clear from the screen and you return to TV viewing Press the GO BACK button on the remote You return to the previous on screen display or normal programming Using Help All menus have a Help button For example selecting the Help button from the Main menu shows you information about using the Main menu screen The ...

Page 35: ...find out more about the DSS receiver and remote change how your system looks run the system test and install a new access card Dish Pointing Use to find your dish pointing coordinates and to access the on screen signal strength meter Home Control With the proper equipment this feature lets you control certain devices and appliances in your house Don t Be Afraid to Explore Once you ve learned the b...

Page 36: ...Guide in the Main menu you can press the GUIDE button on the remote Want More Information Read the chapter Program Guides earlier in this book for all the details Family is one of five selectable Profiles Program titles and information Returns you to previous screen Help gives you more information Sort the guide by Topics Movies or Sports Sorts the guide alphabetically by title Searches guide for ...

Page 37: ...on in the channel banner is highlighted If the DSS receiver is turned off the power light on the front panel of the receiver flashes Checking your mail Select Mailbox on the Main menu or channel banner to view your mail 1 Point to a message and press MENU SELECT The message is opened for you to read Mail provides the latest information from program providers 2 Press MENU SELECT again to close the ...

Page 38: ...ram providers may offer on screen purchase instructions usually as the PPV program begins Select a PPV program from the program guide Preview a coming attraction by selecting a channel from the Attractions Guide Tuning to a PPV Program When you use the channel buttons or digits on the remote to tune to a Pay Per View channel you need to press the INFO button to bring up the Program Details screen ...

Page 39: ... Buy and Record to purchase the program and set up a timer to record the program Some Buy and Record programs may have a different purchase price Other Times to see what other times the program is available The options available to you may vary according to the type of program you select Buy and Record Option Buy and Record is a convenient way to buy a PPV and set up a timer recording in one step ...

Page 40: ...e Attractions Guide 1 Press the GUIDE button until the Detail Guide or Grid Guide appears on screen 2 Use the down arrow button to move the highlight to the bottom of the screen 3 Point to and select the Other Guides button 4 Point to and select the Attractions Guide The Other Guides menu provides several guide formats 5 Point to a channel and select it The Attractions Guide is accessed through th...

Page 41: ...s The display also shows the title channel date time and cost of each program Note that the Past Purchases list might be modified after each billing cycle and still show purchases for which you have already paid Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase Use Point and Select to choose an upcoming purchase from the Future Purchases screen You can review the program description as well as cancel a...

Page 42: ...CT You can set a per event spending limit for each Profile 2 Use the digits on the remote or use the arrow keys to enter a single program spending limit After a spending limit is set and the system is locked you must enter a password to purchase a pay per view program that costs more than your spending limit allows Spending limits are in effect only when the system is locked ...

Page 43: ...a D VHS VCR and the required DAV cable the on screen scheduling sentence displays a few more options Digital recording offers more options Choose the type of recording you want to make either digital or analog If you choose analog you can also choose a recording speed Editing or Canceling a Timer From the Timers screen select the Timer you want to edit or cancel and then do the following Use the a...

Page 44: ...DAV cable Your VCR must be OFF at the time the program is to start recording Digital recordings require a compatible D VHS or S VHS cassette tape Analog recordings can be made on VHS S VHS or D VHS tape Schedule a Timer with the RECORD Button You can schedule a recording directly from the guide 1 With a program highlighted press the RECORD button on the remote The Program Details appears on screen...

Page 45: ...n the options you can create or edit the user s channel list set a ratings limit viewing hours per event spending limits and assign a profile password Creating a profile Channel List 1 Point to and select Edit Users then choose a user 2 Point to a channel list option and press MENU SELECT To start you can add or delete all channels 3 Use the arrow keys to point to a channel and press MENU SELECT t...

Page 46: ...mit for rated movies based on the MPAA ratings system as long as the program provider has transmitted the proper code Note that the ratings limit cannot be enforced if a program has not been rated if rating information for that program is not transmitted by the program provider or if the system has not been locked 1 Point to Set Rating Limit and press MENU SELECT Use the arrow keys to move the sel...

Page 47: ...4 hours and when programming can be viewed Be sure to lock the system for these limits to take effect Setting Up Spending Limits Select the Spending Limit option to indicate a per event spending limit for pay per view programs 1 Point to Spending Limit and press MENU SELECT You can set a per event spending limit for each profile 2 Use the digits on the remote or use the arrow keys to enter a singl...

Page 48: ...order to put into effect the ratings spending viewing and channel limits you have set up When you lock the system no one can modify any of these settings without first entering the four digit system password 1 Point to Lock System and press MENU SELECT Locking the system protects the limits you set up 2 Use the arrows or the digit keys to enter a four digit system password 3 Enter the password a s...

Page 49: ...nner Choosing Your Profile Each time that you turn on the DSS receiver the Family profile is selected by default To select a different Profile 1 Press the WHO button to scroll through the profiles The WHO button toggles through the profiles 2 When your profile appears enter your four digit personal password to activate your profile If the profile is not password protected you can just press MENU S...

Page 50: ...options when changing your personal preferences Follow the on screen instructions to make changes to the system Interactive Setup If you self installed your satellite dish antenna you may have already used the interactive setup to find the dish pointing coordinates acquire and fine tune the signal and run a system test If you just want to check your dish pointing coordinates or run the signal stre...

Page 51: ...t panel Point to the different front panel features to see a brief description of the highlighted feature Back Panel shows an on screen display of the DSS receiver back panel Point to the different back panel features to see a brief description of the highlighted feature Glossary shows a list of common DSS system and TV terms Point to a glossary item to see a brief description Look and Feel Defaul...

Page 52: ...ompts to initialize your new card Once you have transferred the information to the new card your old card becomes invalid Because your specific account information is stored in the access card power failures should have no effect on your DSS system Set VCR Type To use the VCR controller feature you need to tell the DSS receiver which VCR brand you are using 1 Use the arrows or digit keys to input ...

Page 53: ...ect ratio of 16 9 Data Port Let s you choose whether the low speed data port is used for low speed data or communicating with the Home Control Base accessory See the Home Control section in this book for more information Alternate Audio When you select Alternate Audio from the Options menu the Alternate Audio display screen comes up Point to the audio language or audio type you want and press MENU...

Page 54: ...TE The menu screen that you see may be slightly different from the one pictured here 5 Use the arrows on the remote or the front panel to highlight Zip Code and then press MENU SELECT 6 Enter the zip code for the dish installation location 7 Record the elevation and azimuth numbers below Elevation ____________ Azimuth___________ Elevation is the up down angle that the dish is pointed Azimuth is si...

Page 55: ...the satellite receiver s output channel 3 Press MENU SELECT on the remote or front panel to bring up the Main menu 4 Use the arrows to highlight the Dish Pointing option and then press MENU SELECT to access the dish pointing screen 5 Use the arrows on the remote or the front panel to highlight Signal Meter and then press MENU SELECT If the dish is pointed to the correct azimuth and elevation the s...

Page 56: ...ery compartment 2 Insert batteries as shown in the battery compartment matching the and end of each battery 3 Replace the cover Connect the Home Control Data Interface Module 1 Plug the Data Interface cable into the LOW SPEED DATA port on the back of the DSS receiver and tighten the screws 2 Snap the other end of the cable into the Data Interface module 3 Plug the Data Interface module into a powe...

Page 57: ...ose Home Control as the default setting Device Setup 1 From the Main menu select Home Control Home Control can control several devices 2 Select a device you would like to control Keep track of devices by assigning a label 3 Complete the on screen sentence using the arrow buttons and MENU SELECT Press MENU SELECT to scroll through the lists of appliances and locations 4 Use the arrow buttons and ME...

Page 58: ...timer that controls the device automatically Schedule a timer by completing the on screen sentence Complete the on screen sentence to schedule a timer 1 Use the arrows and MENU SELECT to enter an on and off time 2 Point to and select Run Timer If you want to change a device select Edit Setup You can schedule several timers to control the same device at different times ...

Page 59: ...t menu items to appear in this menu The Fetch menu is a convenient way to call up frequently used menu items Customize the Fetch Menu To add an item to the Fetch menu you must first point to an item in the menu system Not all menu items can be added to the Fetch menu For example you can add the About DSS menu item to the Fetch menu 1 Press MENU SELECT to bring up the Main menu 2 Point to and selec...

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Page 61: ...icture to your screen What s It For This section also describes the controls located on the front and back of the receiver What Else Can it Do Your remote is capable of controlling other devices as well This section tells you how to program the remote to controlTVs VCRs Laserdisc players and other equipment Reference First Things First 1 The Menu System Program Guides Reference 4 3 2 Appendices 5 ...

Page 62: ...ure Uplink Center Transmits programming up to the satellite Satellite Relays the programming signals back to your satellite dish The satellite is parked above the equator in geostationary orbit 22 300 miles above the earth DSS Satellite Dish Antenna Receives the satellite signals Because the satellite is so powerful the dish can be as small as 18 inches Program Provider Authorization Center Proces...

Page 63: ...e system automatically hangs up if you pick up the phone when the DSS receiver is calling out Television If your television is remote controllable you can program the DSS Universal TV Remote to change channels and volume DSS Universal Remote included with your DSS system Controls the DSS system as well as most remote controllable TVs VCRs and other devices Point the remote at the device you want t...

Page 64: ...tenna or cable signal ARROWS Press the navigation arrows to move the on screen highlight up down left or right Using the arrows to highlight a menu item is also called pointing The up and down arrows also change channels MENU SELECT Brings up the Main menu If you are already in the menu system press MENU SELECT to select a highlighted choice ACCESS CARD Identifies you to your program providers The...

Page 65: ...the DSS receiver to your TV You must also connect the AUDIO jacks AUDIO R and L Provide better sound quality than the OUT TO TV jack If your TV has audio video capability use these jacks to connect the DSS receiver to your TV You must also connect the VIDEO jack AUX RF ANT IN Use to connect an optional RF antenna for RF remote signals Connecting an antenna extends the remote s range WIDE BAND DATA...

Page 66: ...les CLEAR Removes the on screen displays and return to normal viewing MENU SELECT Brings up the Main menu If you are already in the menu system press MENU SELECT to select a highlighted choice ARROWS Use the navigation arrows to move the on screen highlight up down left or right Using the arrows to highlight a menu item is also called pointing INFO Brings up the on screen channel banner Press agai...

Page 67: ...mote 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 Changing the RF Remote Code The rem...

Page 68: ... VCR To determine whether your remote needs to be programmed turn the VCR on point the remote at the VCR and press the VCR button Then press POWER or CHAN UP or DOWN to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands Follow these steps to program your remote to control your VCR 1 Turn on the VCR 2 Look up your VCR brand and its code number on the code list on the following pages 3 Press and hold th...

Page 69: ...se steps using the next code listed for your brand until the device responds to the remote commands Using the Remote Buttons to Control a Device Once the remote has been programmed with the correct codes you are ready to use it to control your devices To operate the device 1 Press the device button TV DSS1 DSS2 VCR or AUX to set the remote to control the device 2 Press POWER to turn the device off...

Page 70: ... 069 Memorex 005 MGA 006 011 014 019 022 027 041 056 061 068 Mitsubishi 006 011 014 019 022 027 041 055 056 061 068 108 117 MTC 011 019 027 Multivision 081 NAD 018 023 NEC 011 014 019 027 038 084 Panasonic 012 013 038 086 111 Penney 000 008 011 019 027 040 068 077 086 088 Philco 006 007 010 011 013 016 019 027 033 035 037 038 043 087 089 Philips 002 006 007 010 011 013 016 033 035 037 038 043 066 ...

Page 71: ...istic 002 006 008 009 012 015 019 027 043 053 Samsung 007 013 022 032 042 Sansui 016 071 Sanyo 002 012 Scott 004 013 041 049 068 Sears 002 005 009 012 018 019 035 043 048 Sharp 006 024 027 039 045 Shintom 017 026 031 055 Signature 015 Sony 017 026 038 Sylvania 008 015 029 053 056 Symphonic 015 Tandy 002 015 Tashiko 009 Tatung 030 Teac 015 030 069 Technics 008 Teknika 008 009 015 021 Toshiba 005 01...

Page 72: ...o and video signals in digital format The DSS receiver has a D VHS jack that lets you connect a digital audio video DAV cable from the receiver to a D VHS VCR Dish Pointing The dish antenna must be pointing directly to the satellites to receive the DSS signal Obtain dish pointing coordinates and check signal strength in the Dish Pointing menu screen DSS Receiver Receives processes and converts the...

Page 73: ...provider Signal Meter An on screen display that indicates the relative strength of the satellite signal and sounds a test tone to help you lock in on the satellite signal The signal meter is used when you adjust your DSS dish antenna Spending Limit Provides a means of restricting viewing based on cost per program limit System Test Provides a diagnostics check that can be used to determine that the...

Page 74: ...tly The access card is installed in the receiver Running the System Test Follow these steps to run the diagnostics system test on your system 1 Turn on your TV and the DSS receiver 2 Press DSS to put remote in DSS system mode then press MENU SELECT to bring up the Main menu 3 Point to and select Options 4 Point to and select System Options 5 Point to and select System Test 6 If your system does no...

Page 75: ...entative will also provide you with instructions on where and how to return your unit Write the number in large clear characters on the outside of the box To avoid confusion and misunderstandings shipments without an RA number clearly visible on the outside of the box will be returned to you at your expense Include a brief note describing the problem and any conversations you have had with Thomson...

Page 76: ...thin 14 days from the date you were provided a RA number only items not covered by warranty will be charged to your account If your unit is not received within 14 days the suggested retail value of the receiver will be charged to your credit card This amount will be credited if the unit is subsequently received 4 Ship your defective unit back to us using the replacement unit s carton Shipping inst...

Page 77: ...amming Installation Shipping damage if the unit was not packed and shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson Storage fees may be charged by the exchange point if you fail to pickup the replacement unit in a timely manner Product Registration Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your DSS product It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The re...

Page 78: ...ations The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities equipment operations of procedures where such action is required in the operation of its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations If these changes are expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone equipment the telephone company must give you adequate notice in writing to allow you to m...

Page 79: ...being sent Shipping Handling and Insurance Total Amount Enclosed Use VISA or MasterCard preferably Money order or check must be in U S currency only No COD or CASH 5 00 Qty All accessories are subject to availability Where applicable we will ship a superseding model HCDSS10 Home Control Kit contains a Data Interface that connects to the DSS receiver and a lamp module HC10LM Lamp module lets you co...

Page 80: ...etely Allow 4 weeks for delivery All accessories are subject to availability Prices are subject to change A complete and correct order will save you days of waiting IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your Discover Card My card expires United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone have your Visa MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll free number listed below bet...

Page 81: ... system test 72 troubleshooting 72 DSS receiver back panel 63 connecting 6 front panel 62 E Exiting menus 32 33 program guides 24 30 F Fetch customizing 57 items 57 menu 57 Front panel controls 62 G Glossary 70 Grid Guide 22 GUIDE button 22 Guides See Program guides H Help 4 30 Home Control accessories 54 connections 54 icon 21 menu 33 setup 55 timers 56 I Icons 21 41 47 Interactive setup 18 48 L ...

Page 82: ...utton 42 Recording with timers 42 Remote control batteries 5 54 buttons 64 codes 68 programming 5 65 66 using the 67 Reviewing purchases 39 S Scout 28 button 28 results 28 Scrolling 22 Set VCR type 15 Signal meter 53 peak signal 53 Sorting program guides 25 Sorting by All button 26 AlphaSort button 27 Movies button 26 Other Guides button 29 Scout button 28 Sports button 26 Topics button 25 Spendin...

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Page 84: ...products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 1997 Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Registrada s Printed in USA TOCOM 15245590 50 RECYCLED PAPER MINIMUM 10 POST CONSUMER ...

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