REFERENCE
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Glossary
The following is a list of terms used in this manual. There is also a glossary contained within the
Assistance
menu of your DSS
®
system.
Access Card
Identifies you to the DSS
®
service providers and is required for your DSS
®
system to work. Do not remove the
access card except when a new card has been issued to replace the original.
Alternate Audio
Refers to the different audio channels that may be broadcast in conjunction with a video program. A foreign
language translation is an example.
Attractions
Previews of special programs broadcast by your program provider.
Azimuth
Refers to the left-to-right positioning of your DSS
®
dish. When you enter your zip code (or latitude and longitude),
the display screen provides the number corresponding to an azimuth setting for your location.
Elevation
Refers to the up and down positioning of your DSS
®
dish. When you enter your zip code (or latitude and longitude),
the display screen provides the number corresponding to the elevation setting for your location.
Limits
There are three kinds of limits. The Ratings Limit allows you to control program viewing of rated programs by
ratings level. The Spending Limit controls spending on a cost-per-program basis. The Parent Approved channel
list allows you to select which channels can be viewed when the system is locked.
Locks
The means of restricting access to certain features of the DSS
®
system. The lock is controlled by a 4-digit password.
The closed or open lock icon in the channel marker indicates whether your system is locked or unlocked.
Mailbox
Stores incoming electronic messages sent to you by your program providers. The Mailbox is accessed through
the on-screen menu system, and can store up to ten messages of forty characters each.
Main Menu
The first list of choices in the DSS
®
on-screen menu system. Press the MENU/SELECT button on the remote or
front panel to bring up the Main menu.