Samsung DIRECTV MF68-00389A-00 User's Manual
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1. gt Have on hand your service address social security number and a valid major credit card gt Note your access card and receiver ID numbers find these by pressing MENU then go to Settings and press SELECT Then go to Setup and press SELECT All ready Just call 1 800 SAMSU NG 1 800 726 7864 and pick the programming package that s tight for you Easy Guided Setup and Activation Chapter 2 e T 14 TX XEM k WS 4 Gas TIP Use your handy Channel Lineup included in your Welcome package to find the numbers of all the channels Watching TV Watching Now that everything s set up you re ready to grab your remote and get clicking With the MODE SWITCH to the left under the DIRECTV logo To access the channel of your choice simply key in its numbers on your remote the channel will appear in a few seconds or press ENTER after the numbers and it will appeat right away You can also navigate to different channels through the Guide covered in detail starting on page 29 Keep in mind either way you ll only be able to access those channels in your chosen DIRECTV programming package Use the black keys on the left side of your remote control to adjust volume up or down VOL or mute the sound MUTE The black keys on the right side can take you to the next channel numerically up or down CHAN or jump to the previous channel you watched PREV The Channel Banner Any2. 3 Select the genre you want and you ll be able to further narrow your choices by subcategories 1 e Movies Comedy The Guide fitting the description will appear 4 Simply scroll through to find a program you like SELECT on a presently playing show to tune to it or SELECT a future program and you ll see its related Info screen and have the opportunity to autotune it or see other showings Just press GUIDE to return to the regular Guide or EXIT to return to live TV Category Sort P For Category Sort results move more quickly through the choices by using the RED or GREEN keys on your remote to advance or reverse 90 minutes Chapter 4 nidi The Quick Menu Just highlight and select a pay per view item from your list if you d like to schedule a viewing See page 33 for more details oo Pay Per Viiew Pay Per View This option enables you to check out DIRECTV Pay Per View listings by category 1 While in the Guide press MENU 2 Arrow down to Pay Per View and press SELECT 3 You will see three choices for sorting the listings Choose A to display all current options Movies will give you listings of all current movies available Pick Special Events to see available events such as sports comedy specials and more 4 A list of PPV will appear Select a current program to tune to it or select a future program and you will be presented with other options Buy set an Autotune or
3. ud oout Your User Guide i Introduction Welcome Congratulations on choosing the best entertainment experience around With its astounding variety of channels and choices crisp digital quality picture and sound and one of a kind sports and events DIRECTV service offers everything you want in your television experience You can expect more than ever before with access to over 250 channels including over 30 premium movie channels with something sure to please everyone in the family DIRECTV Pay Per View offers a handy choice in recent hit movies plus exciting live sports concerts and specials There s exclusive sports subscriptions for every taste and team Even access to 36 commercial free channels and make 67 XM satellite radio music channels To deliver this unique programming and enhance your entertainment experience the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV has been designed to be simple and user friendly You ll find that most features are self explanatory with on screen directions to lead you through them Now that you re part of the DIRECTV family you re sure to discover that using and watching TV is easier and more enjoyable that ever Ls Introduction About Your User Guide Before you can start enjoying your new Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV and service you ll need to know more about getting everything up and running as well as learn all about how to use our great features Th
4. Chapter 5 Other Information Follow these steps to run the diagnostics system test on your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV 1 Turn on your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V 2 Set the Video Source to DIRECTV in the LCD panel menu See page 13 for more details 3 Slide the mode switch to the DIRECT V position to put the remote control in satellite receiver controlling mode then press MENU to bring up the Quick Menu 4 Select Settings 5 Select Setup then Info e Test 6 Use arrow keys to highlight the System Test tab then press SELECT on Run Test 7 If your system does not pass the system test check any of these potential trouble areas cabling pointing the satellite dish phone connection and access card You should run a system test several times before concluding that there is a problem Occasional fluctuations in the phone line or satellite signal can give temporary false readings Fine Tuning the Signal If you self installed your satellite dish antenna you may have already used Guided Setup to find the dish pointing coordinates acquire and fine tune the signal and run a system test If you need to run Guided Setup again select Settings from the Quick Menu then select Guided Setup Next press SELECT on Satellite then select Repeat Satellite Setup aa Troubleshooting FCC Customer Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two condi
5. SELECT Chooses the item highlighted 7 lt P ARROWS Move the on screen highlight left or right 8 MENU Brings up the helpful Quick Menu of settings and services 9 GUIDE Displays the guide sort screen so you can sort the Guide to display only channels of a particular kind 10 POWER Turns your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V on or off Your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV still receives messages and other necessary information when powet is turned off or in standby Getting Familiar Insert your DIRECTV Access Card If the Samsung Fliptop poweted by DIRECTV is installed in the inverse Locate the access card that came packed with your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V materials and insert the card facing upward direction e g when fully into the slot installed in the kitchen Insert the smartcard with the gold insert the smart card so that the gold colored chip colored chip facing upwards Goldchip downward Goldchip faces downwards upward Receiver Rear Panel Sane Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated 1 PHONE JACK Connects the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV to a telephone line The Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV requires a land based telephone line connection to communicate periodically with your program provider 2 DC IN 12V Use to connect the power cord for your DIRECTV Receiver 3 LOW SPEED DATA You can conn
6. The messages icon will appear brightly on your channel banner whenever there s any new or unread message in your nbox cc Caller ID amp Messages Choose the Service tab Here you can choose to turn Caller ID on or off set the number of calls to keep in your log and turn the notification and dialing audio features on or off Choose the Ca Log tab to view your recent incoming calls Highlight and select a name and you have the opportunity to call the number or delete that listing from your log If you call the number you will have to pick up your phone to speak Unless you ve turned off the Nozzfiwation option you ll see a notice on your LCD screen whenever a call comes in Messages You ll be able to view a listing of titles of any current messages waiting for you 1 Press MENU to get to the Quick Menu 2 Go to Caller ID amp Msgs and press SELECT 3 Next SELECT Messages to go to the Messages Inbox 4 Simply highlight and SELECT to read then you ll have the choice to save or delete them From time to time a Must See Message may pop up on your screen while you re watching LCD screen or viewing the Guide These are important messages that require your immediate attention regarding issues that may affect your service You ll have the opportunity to respond to them on the spot or you can access them in your Inbox as well Parental Controls Would you like to set some limits on your children s viewing habits
7. Parental Controls enables one or mote keepers of the passcode to place certain restrictions on just who s watching what Whether it s for mature content or spending amounts you re always able to keep limitations where you want them for the whole family From the Quick Menu SELECT Parental Controls and you ll see the current status showing any restrictions The system default is unlocked for all categories and the spending control has a default 10 limit Here s how you can set limits for Ratings Here you can set rating limits for Movies and TV allowing you to block programs with certain ratings unless the proper passcode is entered 1 Press MENU to get to the Quick Menu 2 Go to Parental Controls then Edit Settings 3 SELECT Ratings 4 Scroll to the right to SELECT the Movies TV or Other tab Movies Highlight and select the Movzes tab then select the overall rating limit you wish to impose Brief descriptions of the ratings appear for your guidance Choosing a rating allows all ratings below that level blocking one blocks any higher ratings also TV programs Choose the TV tab then highlight and select the TV rating you desire You can also choose ratings for particular content 1 e Fantasy Violence Dialogue each of which is described as you scroll through Parental Controls MICE M HL Carpa inn Fay Far Visus Find By Curie Fx Para HI Calle OL W z FLLT he For ratings limi
8. Want to find your program quicker Narrow your search by selecting subcategories just follow the prompts Keep in mind when you search with Find by only those programs slated to air within the Guide s number of days of programming supported by your receiver will appear on your list Chapter 4 The Quick Menu 4 Once you ve found a program you re after all you have to do is highlight and select the title to display when the program is on 5 If the program listed is currently on then selecting it will tune to it If the program is upcoming then selecting it will bring you to the Info screen Here you ll have the opportunity to set an autotune for the program Recent Finds If you d like to view all of the programs you ve recently searched you can always go back to repeat a search for a found item for any new listings available just select the item to try again You can also easily mark and delete any Finds you no longer want P Find By Date amp Time l Date amp Time QUICK MENU Here s a convenient way to look several days ahead in the Guide without having to scroll through pages of programs You can quickly see what s on during a specific day or time 1 While in the Guide press MENU 2 Then scroll down to Date Time and press SELECT 3 You ll find the current day and next 2 days listed Choose the date you re interested in 4 Scroll through and select the hou
9. Your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV to an External Device with A V Inputs 1 Connect the RG 6 RF coaxial cable from your satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV 2 Using another A V cable connect the white red and yellow plugs from one end of the A V cable to the AUDIO L white and R red and VIDEO yellow input jacks on the back of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV Connect the other end of the A V cable to the corresponding output jacks on your VCR or DVD 3 Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V 4 Plug all power cords into electrical sockets Now you can turn to page 22 to learn about Guided Setup and Activation Choose the Setup That Suits You OW SPEED DATA DCIN 12V Li YN T The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated A Chapter 2 psum Getting Connected Want to finish setting up some of the functions later Just press MENU on your remote press SELECT on Settings then select Setup Guided Setup and Activation Guided Setup amp Activation Now that your receivet and equipment are all hooked up and plugged in you re ready to finish all the details to beg
10. by DIRECTV other than the DIRECTV Access Card as detailed in this chapter e Place it on a flat hard surface do not operate the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV on a carpet or other padded surface e Always unplug your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV before moving it e Leave the main power connector accessible the mains connector at the back of the unit in case of emergency shutdown e CAUTION Electric Shock never attempt to disassemble the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV yourself always take it to a qualified service person when repair is required Opening or removing covers may expose dangerous voltage or other risks and incorrect reassembly can cause shock when receiver is subsequently used Attempted self repair may also void your warranty Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance by the warranty or by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Do not drop your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV and always move it with care e Have your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV professionally serviced do not attempt to service it yourself e Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment e Do not use near water accident may occur due to humidity su
11. list other Showings Find By Would you like to locate a particular program movie or sports event you want to see even shows starring a favorite actor or games with your favorite team Find by offers some easy ways to spot just what you want while viewing the Guide 1 Press MENU 2 Scroll down to Find by and press SELECT You ll see options to direct your search 3 You can find a program by Title Person Keyword or Channel gt Choose Title if you know the name of the program you re looking for Just scroll through and select the letters of the alphabet that spell the name until you see it appear in the list gt Choose the Person search option if you re looking for any programs that feature a particular actor actress or director Select the letters of his or her last name until you see the name appear Select the name and you can narrow the search for programs by categories If you would like to select a category to narrow your search or select all If you don t know the name of a program but know one of the words of a title or if you re looking for a certain subject matter try Keyword Spell out the name of the word or words you want following the prompts 1 e Chicago Cubs if you re searching for ballgames gt Select Channel to view all upcoming programs on a particular channel by the call letters 1 e HBO then select the channel to see the full programming listing Tri Premi Erw d TTL
12. of the channel banner items plus 1 Picture In Graphic PIG 2 Time slots with half hour headings 3 Channel number and call letters 4 Program listings Also some icons you may see next to program listings include gt T Alternate audio track available gt WE Broadcast in letterbox format gt E All Day Ticket showings Getting Around in the Guide 1 Press the GUIDE key on your remote 2 You can choose how you want to sort the Guide Select All Channels or only those in a specific category by using the up and down arrow keys on the remote to highlight your choice W TIP When you display the Guide or when performing other tasks you ll see a small video picture the Picture In The Guide Graphic PIG of the last channel you were watching in the upper right hand corner of the screen So no matter what you re doing you don t miss a thing Chapter 3 E Highlight an item by using the arrow keys to scroll LEFT RIGHT UP or DOWN Press SELECT to access the information or channel Info Screen The Guide 3 Press SELECT to view current listings 4 Navigating through the Guide is simple The UP DOWN LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys move you through the listings and time slots Highlighting a program will show you its description gt Use the CHAN key up or down to move through channels a full page up or down gt Press the RED or GREEN keys to
13. page 49 for more details Scheduler DICK MENU Selig Favorit Danes EE TEST TEE SL S Chapter 4 The Quick Menu Audio Options Some programs have alternate audio available such as other language tracks You can set the default so that whenever a program has alternate audio available it automatically plays this audio or you can change the alternate audio temporarily for the program you are watching To change the default audio 1 While in Live TV press MENU 2 From the Quick Menu SELECT Settings 3 Scroll down to Setup and press SELECT 4 Scroll down to Audio and press SELECT 5 Pressing SELECT on the Default Audio option Scroll down and SELECT the audio language that you want as a default To temporarily change the audio 1 While in Live TV press MENU 2 From the Quick Menu scroll down to Audio Options and press SELECT 3 Scroll to the audio track you prefer and press SELECT This will temporarily change the audio Once the program is over or you change the channel the audio will change back to the default settings NOTE You may also cycle through all available audio tracks for a tuned program by pressing the yellow key on the remote 20 Audio Options Category Sort This handy tool lets you temporarily arrange the Guide to view only programs in a particular category such as Movies Sports or News 1 While in the Guide press MENU 2 Arrow to Category Sort and press SELECT
14. AMSUNG products purchased in the United States for the warranty period originally specified and to the Original Purchaser only The above described warranty repairs must be performed by a SAMSUNG Authorized Service Center Along with this Statement the Original Limited Warranty Statement and a dated Bill of Sale as Proof of Purchase must be presented to the Service Center Transportation to and from the Service Center is the responsibility of the purchaser Conditions covered are limited only to manufacturing defects in material or workmanship and only those encountered in normal use of the product Excluded but not limited to are any originally specified provisions for in home or on site services minimum or maximum repair times exchanges or replacements accessories options upgrades or consumables For the location of aSAMSUNG Authorized Service Center please call toll free In the United States 1 800 SAMSUNG 1 800 726 7864 E Warranty Notes Notes Icon Reference Directional arrows gt JJ p TY h a Indicate that a show s start or end time is earlier or later than is visible in the Guide program cell LEFT and RIGHT arrows on the remote offer special functionality Objects are scrollable above or below the visible window UP and DOWN arrows on the receiver front panel offer special functionality Scheduler icons O Ez e ey ES Shows an Autotune has b
15. ECT V on Troubleshooting Chapter 5 E Other Information E Troubleshooting Problems with Caller ID gt You must subscribe to Caller ID service through your local phone company Also check to be sure your Caller ID feature is turned on see page 47 If you are plugging your receiver to a wireless phone jack note that it typically does not transmit Caller ID information and you may need a special wireless phone jack to use with Caller ID service See the user s manual that came with the wireless phone jack to see if it transmits Caller ID information If it doesn t either connect the phone line directly to a standard wall mount phone jack or install a wireless phone jack that transmits Caller ID information Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV will not turn on gt Y v vv vw Check to make sure the power cord is plugged into the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV and the wall outlet Check the wall receptacle or extension cord to make sure it is live by plugging in something else Make sure the remote control is on DIRECTV mode and press TV POWER ON or PWR Press TV POWER ON then press it a second time Check batteries in remote control Be sure remote control is pointed at remote sensor and front of receiver is not blocked Unplug the receiver Wait five minutes Plug it in again Troubleshooting Turns off while playing gt Electronic protection circuit may have been activated beca
16. Samsung FlipTop powered byDIREC TV DIRECTV User s Manual SL10D10 MF68 00389A 00 Safety amp Care WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this product to rain or moisture The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids such as vases Shall be placed on the apparatus CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK CAUTION To REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK No USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL We highly recommend plugging the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV into a surge protector to prevent damage from fluctuations in your power supply Safety amp Care Your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards You should however be aware of the following important precautions for safe and optimal use of the equipment Meaning of symbols printed on the rear panel of the product A The bolt of lightning indicates un insulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock For the safety of everyone in your household please do not remove product covering AA exclamation point calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems Important Safety Inst
17. T When you re using a Favorites list the Guide will only display those channels you ve chosen and you ll also only see those channels when you use CHAN UP DOWN on your remote Keep in mind no matter what Favorites list you re currently using you can still always access any channel you receive by keying in its channel number on your remote You can also edit or delete a list at any time ie Caller ID amp Messages Caller ID amp Messages Remember you must already have Here you ll be able to access communications from DIRECTV If you have Caller ID service you Caller ID service from your phone can also view phone calls you ve received company to use this feature Caller ID Here you can turn Caller ID on and off set the number of calls and view the past calls To turn Caller ID on and off 1 Press MENU to get to the Quick Menu 2 Go to Caller ID amp Msgs and press SELECT 3 Next SELECT Caller ID then Edit Settings 4 SELECT the Turn on off Notice to toggle it on and off To access other CALLER ID settings 1 Press MENU to get to the Quick Menu 2 Go to Caller ID amp Msgs and press SELECT 3 Next SELECT Caller ID then Edit Settings 4 Now you can access the different settings available You must subscribe to this service through your local telephone company and your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV must be connected to a phone line Chapter 4 The Quick Menu
18. al Controls Other Information En Programming Your Remote Control Programming Your Remote Control You can program the DIRECTV remote control to operate your additional equipment such as a DVD VCR stereo 1 Press the MENU key to display the Quick Menu 2 Highlight Settings and press SELECT 3 Highlight Setup and press SELECT 4 SELECT the Remote item from the left menu 5 Follow the on screen instructions to program your remote for your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV or additional equipment AV1 and AV2 If you would like to change the VOL and MUTE to work with another component you can Simply set up your remote to work with the component and then move the slide switch to the position you would like to lock the VOL and MUTE keys to Point the remote away from your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV and press and hold MUTE and SELECT until the light near the slide switch blinks twice about 5 seconds Enter 9 3 3 The light will blink twice indicating the VOL and MUTE are now locked to the chosen component no matter what position the slide switch is in Programming Your Control Factory Default To rest all the functions of the remote control to the factory defaults follow these steps 1 Point the remote away from your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV and components Press and hold MUTE and SELECT until the light near t he slide switch on the remote flashes twice about 5 seconds 2 Ente
19. an OUT to an OUT IN 0UT All A V jacks and inputs are color coded Always match the color of the plug to the same color of the jack o Choose the Setup That Suits You Choose the Setup That Suits You There are several ways to connect your receiver to match your particular equipment setup and to gain optimum signal quality The following pages illustrate some of the most common setups Connecting Your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV with an Satellite In Input 1 Connect the RG 6 RF coaxial cable from your satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV 2 Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV 3 Plug all power cords into electrical sockets Now you can turn to page 22 to learn about Guided Setup and Activation Samsung Fliptop powered DIRECTV by E alo o RE The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated Choose the Setup That Suits You Chapter 2 Getting Connected To switch between watching your external device DVD VCR etc and watching video from your receiver you will need to set Video Source to External See page 13 for more details Choose the Setup That Suits You Connecting
20. atically usually at times when the receiver would likely be turned off If your receiver is on when an upgrade or modification is sent you may experience a disruption in reception for a minute or two Your reception should return to normal after the modification is complete Your receiver must be plugged in to receive any upgrades Do not unplug your receiver while an upgrade is in progress Please consult the Upgrade Menu to find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by DIRECTV DIRECTV Receiver Problems Progress bar freezes during Satellite Data Acquisition This is normal The progress bar times out after two minutes If your screen is still blank for a few minutes after the progress bar times out follow these steps to restart your receiver 1 Press the red RESET button behind the access panel door on the front of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV 2 Wait for program guide information to be acquired Wrong picture blue screen snow or black blank picture The Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV and VCR let you toggle between video sources If you don t see the signal you think you should be seeing try using these buttons to toggle between the signals gt Press Menu on the LCD panel and toggle between video sources External and DIRECTV gt If problems persist turn off all equipment that is connected to your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV wait a few minutes then turn the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIR
21. ch as short and electrical shock Also it shall not be exposed to frying oil If smoke occurs or fumes smell during stop operation then promptly stop power source and remove plug After this contact service center e Pay attention to touch LCD with head during use For your information The identification sticker can be located underneath or on the back of your receiver The telecommunication network voltage used is the category number 3 Safety amp Care e Using the Remote Great TV viewing is in your hands A good way to begin learning about your SamsungFliptop powered by DIRECTV is to familiarize yourself with the remote control You ll find further details throughout the User Guide relating to specific functions Navigating 101 You ll find you can get around nearly all on screen menus the same simple way Highlight a menu or button by using the ARROW keys up down left and right Choose it by pressing SELECT while the item is highlighted Note Don t worry about getting stuck in any menu or on any item You can always press EXIT or BACK Quick Tip To Place batteries in your remote control 1 Remove cover from the battery compartment by sliding it downward 2 Insert 2 AA batteries supplied matching the positive and negative at each end 3 Slide the cover back on and you re good to go TV INPUT Not used in this model FORMAT Not used in this mode
22. disappear on its own or time out after a few seconds You can also change display duration of the channel banner See Display on page 38 for more info You can also view the channel banner for a program you re watching or that you ve highlighted by pressing INFO For more detailed information SELECT More Info button to check out additional showings purchase pay pet view or set up an Autotune Autotune described on page 31 Music Channels You ll find as part of your great DIRECTV programming dozens of enjoyable continuous commercial free music channels with something for every taste Tune to these just as you would to any channel You ll see a special Channel Banner on these that initially displays its channel description i e Alternative Today s Country As information is received current song information will appear in the banner including song title artist and record company Click on More Info for additional details The Guide Overview of the DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide The Guide is your helpful tool that displays listings of current and upcoming programs Find out what s on now or later change the channel find and purchase a pay per view movie or event even do a special search for a program you re interested in You ll find program information for the current time slot and forward for a total of 90 minutes displayed and information for up to the next 3 days The Guide displays most
23. e DIRECT V will provide new access card and instructions when necessary Reset This screen offers directions for restarting the receiver resetting all settings to factory defaults or resetting everything which clears all settings from the receiver Certain safety measures are included so changes can t be made accidentally You should only perform a reset if instructed by a DIRECTV Customer Service Representative scheduler This feature gives you an overview of and access to all the programs you ve set to Autotune or purchase From the Quick Menu SELECT Scheduler and you ll see the current status screen You can choose other options from the menu item to the left To Do List Selecting the To Do List will display all of the upcoming programs you have set to Autotune including all pay per view showings If you did not set an Autotune for a PPV then it will not appear here Highlight the program and press SELECT to access its Info screen and make changes You can also access the To Do List from your remote by pressing the LIST key Purchases Here you ll find a listing of past and future pay per view purchase items Select an item to display its Info screen Favorite Channels Check the current status of your Favorites list s by clicking here and make changes if you like See page 46 for more details Parental Controls Check the current restrictions of your Parental Controls by clicking here and make any adjustments See
24. e Quick Menu Some of the items you ll see depend on which screen is currently displayed For instance if you access the Quick Menu while viewing the Guide you ll find an option to filter programs by category Other options such as Settings appear anytime you bring up the Quick Menu regardless of your current screen Whenever you access the Quick Menu the header across the top of the Quick Menu will read Quick Menu To remove the Quick Menu from the screen at any time simply press EXIT to return to live TV or press the MENU key again to go back to where you were So let s start with some of the most commonly used features ones you ll use to enhance your viewing experience Settings Want to have things just your way From the Quick Menu SELECT Settings here you ll find all kinds of ways to customize adjust and keep track of your DIRECTV viewing experience Setup When you first enter Setup your System Setup status screen will be displayed To view all the different settings that are currently in force hit the RIGHT arrow and PAGE down through the screen Info amp Test SELECT Info amp Test will allow you to choose 2 options gt Use arrow keys to highlight System Info and press SELECT This screen lets you view the current system information Arrow and SELECT System Test to run tests of the tuner access card receiver ID and phone lines Satellite This option is useful if your box has lost sig
25. ect your receiver to future services and accessories as they become available Additional hardware may be required 4 AUDIO R and L Connect a set of audio cables from another component such as a VCR or stereo 5 VIDEO Connect the second RCA type composite VIDEO jack from another device such as a VCR You must also connect the AUDIO cables when using the VIDEO connection 6 SATELLITE IN Use to connect the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V to the satellite dish antenna Chapter 2 E LN Getting Connected The Setup Procedures to Use the Volume Button on the Remote Control If the Volume button on the remote control does not work or the remote control has been reset set up the Volume button according to the following procedures 1 Move the mode switch to TV 2 Press and hold the MUTE and SELECT keys until a light above the mode switch on the remote flashes twice 3 Enter 1 0 7 6 6 in turn 4 Move the switch back to DIRECTV VOLUME Getting Familiar Receiver LCD Panel Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated 1 MENU The menu appears and the previous level menu exits 2 Sign Adjust an option value respectively 3 VOLUME Use to control the volume Operations on the LCD Panel 1 Press the III on the LCD front panel 2 Use the Sign to move to an item you wish to select 3 Press the III to select the
26. een set for a future program or a present program is Autotuned Indicates an Autotune has been set for all episodes of an ongoing program Indicates an Autotune set for a present or future program conflicts with another scheduled program Shows an Autotune has been set for matching programs in a Find by Indicates a present or future pay per view program has been scheduled for purchase And mote O A TN EN BAS Denotes one or more alternate audio tracks available for a program Denotes that no alternate audio tracks available Indicates one or more new messages are in the Inbox Indicates no new messages are in the Inbox Shows that Parental Control limits are currently locked Shows that limits are temporarily unlocked Shows that there are no current limits imposed Indicates a rating level or channel that is blocked via Parental Controls Indicates a pay per view program is available as an All Day Ticket replay Indicates program shown in letterbox format Denotes an error condition has occurred
27. es upwards the screen does not turn off LCD Display panel Chapter 2 MEN Getting Connected Mounting Instruction Installation Notes gt Samsung Electronics is not responsible for any damages to the product or harm to customers when the installation is done by the customer The package contents and parts supplied for the mount are subject to change without prior notice Caution gt Since the unit is heavy be careful when installing the unit To reduce the risk of fire do not place any heating or cooking appliance beneath this unit Do not use this unit near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl laundry tub in a wet basement a swimming pool or lake Spacer male 3 pieces Template Drilling females 3 pieces Position Guide Sheet S p Adapter Bracket screws 1 piece 4 pieces La na Kitchen Mounting Kitchen Mounting How to mount your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV 1 2 Kitchen Shelf Drilling gt j Power Adapter f Bracket Adapter Spacer female LJ Template Kitchen Shelf Spacer male Since the unit is very heavy be careful of when installing this unit To reduce the risk of fire do not place any heating or cooking appliance beneath this unit m Chapter 2 Getting Connected When working with cables be sure to connect corresponding inputs Never connect an IN to an IN or
28. f time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does nn dau STAU DE DOS us been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled not operate normally or has been dropped If you operate it by wet hand product may be broken down or you may be struck by electricity Do not install near cooking instrument such as gas range and inflammable apparatus for cooking CAUTION Avoid moisture to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock The Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV should not be used near water for example bathtub pool damp basement Also never spill liquid on the receiver and do not place vases or other vessels containing liquid on top of it Ensure proper ventilation the vent slots on the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver and other components Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV Also do not stack the receiver on top of a hot component such as an audio power amplifier Protect your components from power su
29. h Autotune Just highlight a program in the Guide and press ENTER on your remote Press ENTER a second time to cancel the autotune Keep in mind you won t be able to customize your autotuning the one touch way c Autotune Whenever you ve set up a program to autotune a related icon will appear on the listing Any time you d like to view a list of the programs you ve set to autotune press LIST on your remote to access the To Do List Here you can also view and alter your autotuned programs through the Scheduler which you ll find under Settings in the Quick Menu see page 39 for more info If you turn your receiver off at any time any scheduled autotunes will cause it to turn on for the duration of the program being autotuned Pay Per View You don t have to go out for the best and biggest movies and special events Recent hits and events like sports comedy and more are available 24 hours a day for a one time purchase price on DIRECTV Pay Per View You ll find them listed in the Guide just like other showings starting at channel 100 Scroll through your choices and press SELECT or INFO to view the options As long as your receiver has been connected to a land based phone line you can place your order through your remote purchase charges will appear on your next bill You ll get a reminder on screen that your pay per view purchase is about to air shortly before air time But just to make sure you don t miss i
30. icted or attempts to spend or watch beyond limitations set He or she will not be allowed to proceed without the passcode Using your passcode you can easily override the limits Parental Controls Parental Control in the Channel Banner will tell you if the receiver is locked temporarily unlocked or unlocked ri mi nl Unlocked Temporarily Locked Unlocked A Chapter 4 oum The Quick Menu Let me in Don t worry temporarily or permanently unlocking a restriction is easy To temporarily unlock a particular program 1 When any controls are currently activated Unlock Now will appear if you try to tune to a restricted program 2 SELECT Unlock Now and enter the password For more unlock options 1 Go to the MENU 2 Then SELECT Parental Controls 3 Various options for removing restrictions temporarily or permanently will appear SELECT one and enter your password Also note If you have Parental Controls set and temporarily unlocked turning the receiver power off will relock the box If anyone tries to unlock restrictions using an invalid passcode there s a time delay that s added with each additional attempt to discourage them You can change your passcode at any time 1 Go to the MENU 2 Then SELECT Parental Controls 3 Then SELECT Edit Settings 4 Scroll down to Passcode and SELECT 5 You will need to enter you old passcode before entering a new one a Parent
31. in receiving your DIRECTV service 1 Make sure the MODE SWITCH on the remote control is set to DIRECT V 2 The Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV will turn on 3 The first screen will allow you to select a language Using the arrow keys on the remote control move to the language you prefer 4 Press SELECT on the remote control 5 You will see a Welcome screen Now let us lead the way and simply follow the on screen directions to complete your setup functions If you ve installed your satellite dish and system yourself you ll be guided though various functions for optimizing your signal and setup including positioning your dish and a system test If like most people you had your system professionally installed these functions already have been completed After these setup procedures are complete you ll see the Satellite Data Acquisition screen as the receiver gathers information from the satellite for the on screen program guide Next you ll be given the opportunity to set up your phone connection as well as program your remote to control other equipment such as your VCR and or DVD player Just follow the screen suggestions and you ll be ready to watch in no time Don t Wait Activate Once all the setup processes are complete all that s left to do is activate your DIRECT service Before you make the call be sure to gt Tune to Channel 100 and be sure you re picking up a satellite signal DIRECTV channel
32. is User Guide will walk you through how to connect your equipment and other Audio Video A V components show how to customize your setup and explain how to activate your programming You ll find full details on all of our easy to follow system features Plus there s important safety troubleshooting and warranty information For some quick references for using and setting up your system check out handy info on gt the remote control inside front cover gt helpful equipment definitions page 7 gt glossary of icons inside back cover gt important phone numbers amp resources back cover If you re having your system professionally installed be sure to thoroughly check out the Safety amp Care section then you may want to go ahead and skip to Guided Setup amp Activation on page 22 Ready to get started Just turn the page introduction look here for chapter title look here for page and section title About Your User Guide look here for section title look here for page and chapter Chapter 1 md 10 16 18 22 Making the Right Connections Helpful Hardware References Getting Familiar Mounting Instruction Choose the Setup That Suits You Guided Setup amp Activation Getting Connected Making the Right Connections Making the Right Connections Ready to connect your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V and your other components Whether you re ha
33. item you wish to adjust 4 Use the Sign to adjust according to your preferences gt The adjustment item is highlighted in red gt The new setting is applied 5 When finishing the setting select EXIT from the menu to exit Even when not selecting the EXIT menu the menu automatically disappears after a few seconds Getting Familiar Video Source gt NE You can select an external device DVD VCR etc or satellite Source External DIRECTV gt External Select to use an external source DIRECTV Select to watch DIRECTV Programs Make sure the external device is connected to the port at the back of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV Scaling 0 og Selects the picture size which best corresponds to your viewing requirements Scaling WIDE NORMAL INVERSE WIDE Sets the picture to 16 9 wide mode NORMAL Sets the picture to 4 3 normal mode INVERSE The picture is displayed inversely When installing the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV under the kitchen the LCD panel is installed facing in the opposite direction Therefore invert the picture to see it in the correct position Brightness O W o S Brightens or darkens the entire screen The detailed data of the images in the dark areas can be Brightness 50 lost if the brightness is not adjusted to the proper level Adjust the brightness for the best viewing conditions Chapter 2 MES Getting Connected E E C
34. ive warranty service the original dated bill of sale must be presented upon request as proof of purchase to SAMSUNG or SAMSUNG authorized service center Transportation to and from the service center is the responsibility of the purchaser SAMSUNG will repair or replace this product at our option and at no charge with new or reconditioned parts if found to be defective during the limited warranty period specified above The product must be returned during the warranty period with transportation charges prepaid to SAMSUNG s designated service center Prior to returning any product for warranty service the purchaser must contact SAMSUNG for problem determination and service procedures SAMSUNG does not warrant uninterrupted or error free operation of the product c Warranty All replaced parts and products become the property of SAMSUNG and must be returned to SAMSUNG Replacement parts and products assume the remaining original warranty or ninety 90 days whichever is longer SAMSUNG s obligations with respect to software products distributed by SAMSUNG under the SAMSUNG brand name are set forth in the applicable end user license agreement Non SAMSUNG hardware and software products are provided on an AS IS basis However non SAMSUNG manufacturers suppliers publishers and service providers may provide their own warranties This limited warranty covers manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship encountered in normal n
35. k This equipment uses the following USOC jack RJ11c Note Do not connect your receiver to a digital PBX phone system doing so may permanently damage your equipment and void your warranty Helpful Hardware Reference Line Splitter The line splitter lets you plug both a telephone and your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV into the same wall jack if necessary Not included with your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV M V2 Optional Audio Video and Electronics Surge Protector Devices that protect electronic equipment from power fluctuations Highly recommended to prevent damage to your DIRECTV System Chapter 2 Getting Connected Prolonged use of headphones at a high volume may damage your hearing Turn the headphone volume down to the minimum setting before connecting c Getting Familiar Getting Familiar Receiver Front Panel Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated 1 Headphones jack You can connect a set of headphones to your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV if you wish to watch a television program without disturbing the other people in the room Cable is not supplied 2 DOOR PANEL The access card slot and reset button are located behind the door panel 3 INFO Displays channel banner or other relevant information to a highlighted item 4 ACTIVE Access to special features and content 5 A V ARROWS Move the on screen highlight up down 6
36. l STOP Keys in this shaded area REPLAY can be programmed to function with your VCR DVD player or stand alone REWIND DVR unit PAUSE ACTIVE Access to special features services DIRECTV news and info GUIDE Displays the on screen programming guide SELECT Chooses or activates any highlighted item MENU Brings up a helpful menu of settings and services BACK Takes you to the screen you visited previously RED Function changes with context for example on the left most tab press to jump to the right most tab GREEN Function changes with context for example on the right most tab press to jump to the left most tab VOLUME Raises or lowers volume For the setup procedures to use the Volume button refer to page 12 The Setup Procedures to Use the Volume Button on the Remote Control Temporarily turns off sound volume BIAI AV2 W DIRECTM MODE SWITCH Changes remote to control other equipment i e a VCR POWER Turns your Receiver on and off when mode switch is set to DIRECTV TV POWER ON OFF Turns your Receiver on and off when mode switch is set to DIRECTV ADVANCE PLAY FFWD RECORD LIST Displays your To Do List of programs EXIT Exits any menu and returns to last channel viewed ARROWS Move highlight to items in whatever direction needed INFO Displays information on a chosen program or item BLUE Will provide future functionality YELLOW Cycles through alterna
37. move horizontally through the time slots a full screen forward or back 5 To tune to a program that is on now highlight the program and press SELECT Selecting a future program displays program information Like more information on a program You can always press INFO when you ve highlighted a show in the Guide to view a more in depth description pressing SELECT on a future program will get you there too This screen also gives you the choice to see what other showings of the program there may be even set your receiver to automatically tune in see Autotune on page 31 Autotune A great way to catch all your favorites Is there a favorite show you keep missing or a movie you ve been meaning to watch Like to make sure you don t miss the big game You ll want to try the Autotune feature Set your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V to autotune to any show on a channel you receive within the Guide grid s timeframe and it will automatically turn on and tune in when the time comes Here s how it works 1 While in the Guide highlight a program that interests you 2 Find what you want then press INFO The full description of that show will be displayed plus you ll see the Autotune option on the left side of the screen 3 Highlight and select Autotune 4 Select the e Autotune button then OK on the confirmation screen Autotune Chapter 3 EN Try one touch convenience with One Touc
38. nal strength or you need to realign your satellite dish Here you can access the dish setup including latitude and longitude screens if you re using DIRECTY service from an RV or boat or other circumstance where you don t have a ZIP code Remote The option can be set up in such a way that you can control external devices such as a DVD player or VCR using the remote control TV mode does not require this option QUICA MENU LIE 3 Paranie Danaa Pareetal Comtrets Settings Chapter 4 er The Quick Menu Settings Audio This screen allows you to make changes to your language audio setting The default audio language for your system is English Press SELECT on the Audio Language options to find and choose a new one Audio language settings only affect programs with a Secondary Audio Program SAP in the language you ve selected The setting does not alter the language used on screen Display Display lets you customize certain viewing aspects SELECT gt Banner You can adjust the length of time that the Channel Banner appears on screen TV Ratio You can select the aspect ratio of your TV screen to accommodate standard or widescreen HDTV screens gt Time Zone You can adjust the automatic Time Zone and Daylight Savings Time settings Access Card Follow the on screen directions here to replace your access card You will need your old and new access cards to complete this procedure Not
39. o the channel Press ENTER after entering a channel number to tune immediately If you are trying to operate a device other than the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V that you have programmed the remote to control make sure you first slide the input switch to the corresponding device AV The indicator light for the component you re trying to control should light up when you press a valid key for that component If it doesn t make sure the input switch is clicked into the correct position ced i J Troubleshooting A remote control indicator light starts flashing The batteries in the remote control are running low and should be replaced soon Note that when you replace the batteries you may have to reprogram your remote to control other devices Running the System Test The System Test allows you to run a basic diagnostics check on your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV If you are experiencing any trouble with your receiver run the system test It will also allow you to get your access card and receiver ID numbers or to initiate diagnostic procedures on your digital satellite receiver First make sure that All connections jacks cables etc are in place correctly see Chapter Two Getting Connected for more information There are batteries in the remote control and they are working correctly The access card is installed in the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V Troubleshooting c
40. oncommercial use of this product and shall not apply to the following including but not limited to damage which occurs in shipment applications and uses for which this product was not intended failures or problems which are caused by products or equipment not supplied by SAMSUNG accidents misuse abuse neglect misapplication fire water lightning or other acts of nature incorrect electrical line voltage fluctuations or surges damage caused by improper or faulty installation improper connection with any peripheral product alteration or modification improper or unauthorized repair cosmetic damage or exterior finish product with altered serial numbers failure to follow operating instructions customer adjustments maintenance and environmental instructions that are covered and prescribed in the instruction book use of non SAMSUNG or unauthorized parts supplies accessories or equipment which damage this product or result in service problems failures or problems due to incompatibility with other equipment Warranty Chapter 5 Other Information SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS NORTH AMERICAN LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT Subject to the requirements conditions exclusions and limitations of the original Limited Warranty supplied with Samsung Electronics SAMSUNG products and the requirements conditions exclusions and limitations contained herein SAMSUNG will additionally provide Warranty Repair Service in the United States on S
41. ontrast Adjusts the difference in brightness between the bright and dark areas on the screen Determines the crispness of the images A Saturation Saturation Adjusts the color saturation Hue Adjusts the color tint Sharpness Sharpness 1 Adjusts the difference between the lightest and darkest areas of the display oe Mm Exit Exit Use to exit from the LCD picture adjustment menu To initialize the settings press the key on the LCD panel 3 times in succession press the key once press the key Volume Down once and then press the Menu key once p Getting Familiar Getting Familiar To use LCD display It is very convenient to be able to rotate the LCD display at various angles and bend it down or z 900000006 straighten it up 8 p gt You can bend it down or straighten it up gt Rotating the LCD panel excessively when it is folded forwards might cause the surface to be scratched While the power is on folding the LCD panel so that the Samsung logo faces up and the screen is not viewable turns the LCD off If you unfold the LCD panel it turns on again Even if audio is output while the LCD is turned off this is for the radio channel and is not a problem When External mode is selected Audio is not output The LCD panel key LEDs except for the Power key LED are turned off If you fold the LCD panel so that the screen fac
42. ouds or rainfall Rain fade is usually brief lasting only as long as the heavy rain cloud condition persists Your dish may be blocked Check that something is not blocking the dish Chapter 5 ES Other Information Partial programming loss channels missing from the Guide channel is in the Guide but can t tune to gt Your satellite dish antenna may be incorrectly configured Check the dish type set in your receiver s preferences and change if necessary Press the MENU key on the remote control then select Settings then Setup In the next menu select Satellite then Repeat Satellite Dish Setup Follow the steps From the Satellite Dish Type screen make sure the proper dish type is selected round oval with a dual LNB or oval with a triple LNB gt The channels might be excluded from the Favorites list currently in use Press MENU on the remote select Favorites then AU Channels Remote Control Problems Problems with the remote control gt Check that nothing is between the remote control and the remote sensor gt Make sure the remote control is in DIRECTV mode Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position so the remote will control the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV Check the batteries in the remote control They may be weak dead or installed incorrectly Try replacing batteries If you re entering a channel number that is less than four digits long the receiver might wait two seconds before tuning t
43. oved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Troubleshooting Chapter 5 Other Information Specification Produdt Specification Power Supply Input voltage DC 12V Type OPSK DEMODULATION DVB S DSS Demodulator Symbol rate 1 45 Mb s Frequency range 950 2150 MHz RF Input Input Signal level 65 25 dBm Video Decoder System decoding MPEG Layer Il Audio Decoder Sampling frequency 48 kHz o Specification Specification _ Physical Specification amp Audio Video Output STB 270 x 38 x 226 mm Physical Specification LCD 270 x 12 5 x 202 6 mm Weight Net 2 3 kg 10 2 Diagonal c Chapter 5 LI Other Information Warranty LIMITED WARRANTY TO ORIGINAL PURCHASER This SAMSUNG brand product as supplied and distributed by SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC SAMSUNG and delivered new in the original carton to the original consumer purchaser is warranted by SAMSUNG against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for the following limited warranty period One 1 Year Parts Ninety 90 Days Labor This limited warranty begins on the original date of purchase and is valid only on products purchased and used in the United States and does not include transportation installation removal or reinstallation Warranty repairs must be performed by SAMSUNG s authorized service center To rece
44. r 9 8 1 The light on the remote will flash twice indicating you have cleared the AV1 AV2 and TV modes Chapter 5 Other Information W TIP You can find additional troubleshooting help at DIRECTV com E Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Many problems can be corrected by performing a simple reset of the DIRECT V Receiver If you experience the following gt Image freezes Audio freezes gt Blank screen gt Won t respond to front panel button or remote control Try one of these Press the red RESET button behind the access card panel door on the front of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV then wait for program guide information to be acquired If the problems persist try unplugging the power cord of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV for 15 seconds to 2 minutes then plug it in again gt Running the System Test later in this section can also help you diagnose and solve many common problems If you prefer we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to set up your digital satellite receiver and instruct you on its operation There may be a fee charged for the service visit For details about this service call 1 800 SAMSUNG or visit DIRECTV com System Upgrades Your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV is able to receive upgrades or modifications to some of its features and functions These modifications will occur autom
45. r you want The Guide will now display programs for the date and time you selected If you find something you like press SELECT for a one touch Autotune or INFO to view and set Autotune options Chapter 4 The Quick Menu The normal or default setting for the channels you can view in the Guide is All Channels or all available channels on DIRECTV service whether or not you receive them in your programming package aa Favorites Favorites Wouldn t it be nice to have all the channels you like best right at hand Or a grouping of family channels just for the kids Favorites allows you to set up special customized Guide that shows only those channels you choose 1 Press MENU to get to the Quick Menu 2 Select Settings then Favorites Channels 3 SELECT a custom list on the left side of the screen gt Select the box next to the channel you want on a custom list press SELECT again to delete it gt Use Add All ot Remove All to save time when choosing a lot of channels gt Scroll through the channels or key them in directly using the numbers on the remote to access what you re looking for Once you ve decided on the channels for your list select the Name Tab 4 To name your custom list arrow over to Name List and press SELECT gt Use the onscreen keypad to name your custom list Kids or Joe or whatever you like When you are done go to Update Name and press SELEC
46. rges by connecting all the components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet Use of a surge protector is also recommended Don t overload power outlets or extension cords which can result in the risk of fire or shock It s also important to use only the type of power source indicated on the marking label or in this manual Note to Satellite Dish Installer This reminder is provided to call your attention to articles 810 and 820 of the 2002 National Electrical Code Refer to article 810 in particular 810 1 and 810 15 for required grounding of the metal structure of the dish antenna Refer also to the 810 2 which by reference to article 820 requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Safety amp Care IMPORTANT Be sure not to place To prevent electrical shock this apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a your Samsung Fliptop powered protective earthing and fully inserted by DIRECTV near anything WET Avoid audio hum or interference by inserting all cable plugs firmly into their jacks Also place am Audio Video A V cables to the sides of the LCD rather than down the middle once connected or i Try not to coil any twin lead cables and keep them away from A V cables as much as possible e Never insert objects of any kind into any openings in the Samsung Fliptop powered
47. ructions 1 When you use product certainly read this instruction about safety 2 When you use product certainly keep this instruction about safety 3 Heed all warnings 4 Follow all instructions 5 Do not use this apparatus near water 6 Clean only with dry cloth 7 Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus Safety amp Care 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods o
48. t why not set up an autotune Choose the Autotune option and follow the prompts If you need to cancel your pay per view order for any reason you may as long as you haven t yet viewed any of the program Highlight the show again and press INFO and you ll be given the op portunity to cancel You can also cancel as well as see an overview of your pay per view purchases through the Scheduler part of the Quick Menu see page 39 you can access by pressing the MENU key on your remote Keep in mind too if ever a pay per view program exceeds spending or rating limits you ve set with Parental Controls your password will be required to purchase it Pay Per View You can also order DIRECTV Pay Per View movies or events over the phone or at DIRECTV com Keep in mind though there is an ordering fee for those purchases placed over the phone Also you will be charged for the program even if you don t watch it Chapter 3 36 37 40 41 42 43 45 46 47 49 What s on the MENU Settings Audio Options Category Sort Pay Per View Find By Date amp Time Favorites Caller ID amp Messages Parental Controls The Quick Menu DUK MENU Category Sort Pay Par Vor Find Hy Dale E Timi F FEN DA E Caller ID E Msg ES What s on the Menu What s on the MENU All sorts of great things With the MENU key on your remote accessing useful information and many handy features is a snap with th
49. te audio tracks when available CHAN PAGE In live TV changes channel up or down in a menu such as the Guide moves entire page up or down PREV Tunes to the last channel viewed NUMBER KEYS amp DASH Tunes to a channel directly also used to input numbers and letters when needed in on screen menus ENTER Activates number entries more quickly also sets a highlighted program for autotune Table of Contents Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Introduction BON atrio 2 About Your User Su ee ae en ee re een ia cducic 3 Getting Connected Marine tbe R ebt Bor avere o MIO RE TT TO EINER 6 Helptul ad wate Re ORCS een dato polls 7 Eee EA A secet stone nce ae ee ee A RU uds 10 NIOUH De ln Luc One Eee 16 OTTO OSS TS o That o AA 18 Ga SC tu er XO VAIO oap A O E UE ECO Eg E 22 What s On e a e 26 ASS 29 CO ro 31 A A e E REE E E E fee oe ey ern 33 The Quick Menu W hat son tas MENU tarada 36 caso ARCE Pen o on PO tater secs Sens sees 37 ZOGOHO AAPP APO A A E 40 Baro eo PE 41 Pay DEN Ve E O PP E O E TO E A 42 e a er mae sea 43 IDA A m 45 PAVO naa aia 46 aler ITD eS noo 47 Parona l CONTOS RER pisse Md EU CMM NONEM MES 49 Other Information Piopranumunp Your Remote GC ODEEOLo eue necp Itt emt raa ae 54 JronblesoOE ia AP PE A 56 SIEH or een E E AAO 64 ro An RO O AO O 66
50. time you tune to a channel you ll see the channel banner appear across the top of the screen This banner holds all sorts of useful information and options 1 Current date amp time Displays the day date and current time 2 DIRECTV Channel Number and call letter of the station you re currently viewing 3 Program The title start and stop times and rating of the current program 4 Current Favorites Identifies Favorite Channels List currently in use See Favorites on page 46 for complete details 5 Audio options Displays brightly if alternate audio options are available See Icons on the inside back page and Audio Options on page 40 for more details 6 Messages Displays brightly if there are new messages in Caller ID amp Messages See Icons on the inside back page and Caller ID gt Messages on page 47 for details 7 Parental Controls Identifies if any locks or limits are placed on the current channel show or time See complete details on Parental Controls on page 49 The Channel Banner 000 The channel banner gives you information on the channel and show you are currently watching Chapter 3 To see program details at any time press INFO on your remote press a second time to clear Select More Info button to see additional program information r Channel Banner To remove the channel banner from the screen you can always press EXIT The banner will
51. tion of the above components plus the remote control Access Card Contains information about your DIRECTV service It must be properly inserted for your receiver to work and to activate your programming Helpful Hardware Reference Chapter 2 Getting Connected Note you should use the Telephone line cord which is supplied with the machine If you are replacing it with the other vendor s part it should be minimum AWG 26 or larger gage Note that not all cables come with your digital satellite receiver you may need to purchase additional cables depending on your setup a Helpful Hardware Reference Cables Connections Audio Video A V Jack VCR or other component equipped with external output connectors A V cable is not supplied RF Jack and Coaxial Cable F type The RF jacks on the receiver are labeled SATELLITE IN Note Be sure to use RG 6 coaxial cable when connecting from the satellite dish to the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV Cable is not supplied Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line cord is required to connect your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV to a land based telephone line if you choose to subscribe to DIRECTV programming The phone line connection is used to periodically call DIRECTV You will need an RJ11 type modulator jack the most common type of phone jac
52. tions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Federal Communications Commission FCC This equipment complies with both Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by removing and applying power to the equipment the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures gt Reorient or relocate the receiving satellite dish antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and the DIRECTV Receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the DIRECTV Receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help gt CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly appr
53. ts and channel blocks as well as most other checkbox type items pressing SELECT toggles the item on and off when setting them up Chapter 4 E The Quick Menu Other shows To block programming that has no rating such as news and sports and shows with a rating of None select the Ofer tab 5 If you are done setting your Parental Controls don t forget to Lock Now Channel Blocks You can limit viewing of a certain channel or channels from this menu 1 Press MENU to get to the Quick Menu 2 Go to Parental Controls then Edit Settings 3 SELECT Chan Blocks 4 Scroll down the channel list to SELECT those you wish to block or key in the channel numbers for quicker access Use Block All or Allow All to save time if you wish to affect a large number of channels Spending From the menu on the left choose Spending and then set your preferred spending limit for any single pay per view purchase Simply key in the amount from the numbers on your remote w Parental Controls Now lock it Once you ve decided on the restrictions you want choose Lock Now You ll be directed to create a passcode which you ll want to make easy enough to remember but hard enough that the little ones won t guess itl This passcode will be your entry to unlocking and recreating limitations in the future An on screen message will appear whenever anyone tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restr
54. use of a power surge Wait 30 seconds then turn on again gt Unplug Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV for a few minutes then plug back in If this happens frequently the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low gt Consider using a surge protector or line conditioner gt If your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV turns off while playing and other lights appliances in your house do too you may have blown a circuit breaker or be experiencing a power outage gt Consult an electrician if the problem is frequent or severe especially if other household appliances or electronics are affected Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV turns on or changes channels unexpectedly An Autotune may have been activated See page 31 Blank screen gt Check that all components connected to the input jacks are turned on Try another channel gt Press the INFO button on the front panel of the DIRECTV Receiver to see if the channel banner appears If it does not check the Setup and Connections section for instructions about connecting your satellite receiver Press the POWER O button on the front of the Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV gt Check that Video Source set to DIRECTV in the LCD panel menu Temporary loss of the satellite signal or Searching for Satellite Signal message Your satellite system may be experiencing rain fade a temporary loss of the satellite signal due to unusually heavy rain cl
55. ving your system professionally installed or handling it yourself be sure to read over the following few pages to familiarize yourself with some important tips for safety and care Before you begin Your satellite dish antenna must be installed before you can begin following the procedures in this User Guide Professional installation is highly recommended Your dish needs to be mounted in a position where it has access to the satellite signals and RG 6 coaxial cables must be run into the room s where your receiver s will be located If you choose to install the dish yourself see the separate instruction manual that came with your satellite dish antenna Package Contents The following items are included with your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V P Access card gt User Guide Phone cord Remote Control amp batteries Power cord Adapter DC 12V 4A gt Spacer screws gt Spacer male females gt Power Adapter Bracket gt Adapter Bracket screws Template Screen Cleaning Cloth Helpful Hardware References General Satellite Dish Antenna This is your dish and related hardware affixed to your roof or other surface which picks up the broadcast signals from our satellites Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECT V Your Samsung Fliptop powered by DIRECTV picks up the signal from your satellite dish antenna and translates it into viewable TV programming DIRECTV System Refers to the combina
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