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RCA 1998 Satellite TV System User Manual

1. 40 TheMenu System Unlocking the System a Profiles When the system is unlocked the channel soending viewing and ratings limits that you have set are no longer in effect 1 Point to Unlock System and press MENU eSELECT 2 Point to Yes and press MENU eSELECT to confirm that you want to unlock the system Session Unlock If your system is locked and you attempt to access a channel or program that is blocked by one or more limits you are asked to enter the four digit system password to override the system lock If you enter the password to override the rating or spending limit all limits are unlocked until you turn off the receiver When you turn on the receiver again the system will be locked and the Family profile channel list will be selected You can also re lock the system by selecting the lock icon in the channel banner Choosing Your Profile Each time that you turn on the receiver the Family profile is selected by default To select a different Profile 1 Press the WHOsINPUT button to scroll through the profiles E i The Lock Unlock icons in the channel banner provide an easy way to lock or unlock the system Just point and select to change the lock status Green Unlock icon The system is unlocked Spending viewing and other limits can be accessed and pe TOCE cnanged The WHO button toggles through the profiles Yellow Unlock icon A password has been entered to override 2 Whe
2. Telephone J ack Connects to the phone jack on the back of the receiver The receiver uses a toll free number once a month to update your access card This update only takes a few seconds and ensures that you will have continuous service The system automatically hangs up if you pick up the phone when the receiver is calling out Television If your television is remote controllable you can program the remote to change channels and volume Remote included with your satellite system Controls the system as well as most remote controllable TVs Point the remote at the device you want to control Access Card installed in receiver Must be inserted for you to use the system Provides system security and authorization of program services Do not remove the card except when issued a new card asa replacement for the original Refer ence Front Panel Controls T ANTENNA ON OFF Turns the receiver s power on or off O 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 Pressthe navigation arrowsto 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 MENUeSELECT Bringsup the Main menu If you are already in the menu system press MENU SELECT to select a highlighted choice ACCESS CARD Identifies you to y
3. 5 fet roars 2995 S Video Cable 12 feet pois fs ross f sss os sas okre 6095 zas soas 5165 HC30AM 16 95 Weatherproof F Connector 2 TVRO Bullet Amplifier Self Installer s Kit Remote Control Home Control Kit Lamp Module 2 Prong Appliance Module 3 Prong Appliance Module Prices are subject to change without notice Total Merchandise Sales Tax We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual state country and locality to which the merchandise is being sent Shipping Handling and Insurance Total Amount Enclosed Use VISA MasterCard or Discover preferably Money order or check must be in U S currency only No COD or CASH All accessories are subject to availability Please complete other side also Qty Total 59 60 Appen dix C Accessor ies Charge your order on your VISA MasterCard or Discover Card by filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your VISA card OTO ATLET My card expires C T E VISA es IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your MasterCard LETTA TALLETA T O es A i A oi D ITTIA TAE T My card expires _ _ Copy Number above your name on MasterCard IMPORTANT Copy complete account number from your Discover Card AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Credit card order will not be processed without signature Prices are subject to change without no
4. Busy World of Richard Scarry Clear All NICK 7 6 4 00 PM _ 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 buttonsto highlight the title you are looking for Press the MENU eSELECT button to select it or the INFO button to see more information Only titles that are in the current program guide can be found by AlphaSort 23 Program Guides Scout The Scout button lets you assign Scouts to search the guide for very specific program information such as actor s names or program descriptions Select the Scout button to view the available scouts Scout button Point to an available Scout and select it Select the Enter Text button to set up the information the Scout will look for in the program guide Use the on screen keyboard to enter the desired search parameters For example if you are interested in National Basketball Association events enter a common term you might see in program information like NBA Exit Help Enter Text Search the program guide for a NE See eeeee BiICiIDIE F IG H IT J KIL NiIO P Q RIS TIJUIV WIX 1 amp 11 21 3 4 5 6 7 9 0 4 Space backspace Run Scout Clear Scout Select Enter Text to set up a Scout If NBA appears within a program title or program description the p
5. e The warranty for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm whichever comes first What we will do e During the initial 90 days Exchange the defective portion of your digital satellite system with a new or at our option refurbished unit e After the 90 days and within one year Exchange the defective portion of your digital satellite system with a new or at our option refurbished unit We will charge you a flat exchange cost to replace a defective receiver This charge covers the labor cost for its repair How you get service e Call 1 800 679 4776 and have your unit s date of purchase and model serial number ready The model serial number information ison the back of your receiver e A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone e lf the representative determines that you should receive a replacement receiver you will be provided with a Return Authorization RA number and the location of a nearby exchange point if one exists No returns will be accepted without the RA number e lf the representative determines that your antenna dish is defective he or she will arrange for its repair or replacement To receive a replacement receiver before you return yours If you are located near an exchange point 1 We will send a replacement unit to our exchange point 2 The exchange location will notify you of its arrival 3 Take your unit and evidence of purcha
6. 7 Timer 7 Timer 8 Wi Run Timer 1 Clear Timer 1 Complete the on screen sentence to set up a timer Purchases Spending limits are in effect only when the system is locked On screen icons are an easy way to understand the timers 4 indicates the timer is set S indicates the timer is set for a PPV indicates a timer conflict Editing or Canceling a Timer From the Timers screen select the Timer you want to edit or cancel and then do the following e Use the arrows keys to edit the Timer then select Run Timer e Select Clear Timer to cancel the timer e To watch the program daily or weekly edit that program s timer TheMenu System Profiles Profiles When you select Profiles from the Main menu the first screen you see isthe User Profiles control panel In addition to the Family profile you can create as many as four different profiles that can be easily accessed by using the WHOeINPUT button on the remote control You can personalize how the profile looks on screen by entering a name and selecting a picture Exit Help User Profiles Personalize Edit Users You can personalize each profile You can also edit the user profiles Select a profile from the Edit Users control panel By moving down 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
7. Program Guides Usin g th e GUIDE Button Each press of the GUIDE button takes you to an alternate type of program guide The Detail Guide The Detail Guide shows five channels in a time and channel format with program information for the highlighted program The Grid Guide The Grid Guide shows seven channels in a time and channel format The SurfGuide The SurfGuide displays a half hour format Press the right arrow button to extend the SurfGuide to a two hour format Getting Around in the Guides This section describes how to change channels and move around the program guide Point to Channels with the number keys 0 9 You can point quickly to any channel in the program guide 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 point to other channels with the up and down arrows Scrolling Page By Page If you want to scroll up or down through the program guide faster press the Channel Up Down buttons on the remote control The highlight scrolls a page at a time Program Guide Family 5 29pm Tue 7 22 97 Apollo 13 PG Tom Hanks Kevin Bacon 1
8. RGA SATELLITE RECEIVER USER S GUIDE Safety Information WARNING WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE To reduce risk of fire or REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL DO NOT OPEN shock hazard do not expose this receiver to rain or moisture Cautions Note to Cable TV Installer Note to Satellite Dish Installer IMPORTANT NOTICE dangerous voltage inside the important instructions product that presents a risk of accompanying the product electric shock or personal injury This symbol indicates This symbol indicates Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the receiver The slots on top of the receiver 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 the receiver on top of a hot component such as an audio power amplifier FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 which provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to
9. cccccecesssseeeeeeeeeeeeaeaeees 31 Checking your Mail esssssssrsrnssrrrrrsrrrnrsrnrersrnrrrsrnrrrsrrrrresnne 31 Pay Per View ProgramS ssssssssssnnsesrreressrrressrrrnesrrreesrrrresrrereserene 32 Purchasing and Previewing cccssssccccsssseeeeeseeseeetssseeesssaasess 32 Tuning to a PPV Program s esssssesssrseesrrrresrrrresrrrresrrrreserrreesne 32 Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs cccsseeecee 33 Using the Attractions GUIdC ccccccssseeesessseeeseeeeessseseeeeees 34 Using the Purchases Menu cccccsccecssssseeeseeeseeessesseeessasseeeees 35 Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase 35 Spending EVM ALES tecnrssnstaoanansncantotinanietsaaermnmnuinatanenyenpeimeiaineniees 36 TIME YS F IGS a E E EA 36 POTO irr E E E E EA 37 Creating a profile Channel List ccccccsssseesessseeeesseseeeeees 37 Setting the Ratings Umit ssssssesssnnnssrrnnssrreressrrressrrressrrreese 38 Viewing HOUTS sssssssesssseessrrresrrrnesrrrrnssrrresrrrensrrrresrrreesrrreenne 39 Setting Up Spending LIMICS vi sierstvsieaseanrtiananenversannerisibasenreivins 39 Locking a User s Profile s ssssssnnessrnnnssrrnnesrrrnesrrrresrnreesrrreene 40 Tableof Contents Locking the Sytem sesivaicsstedsinnanansairanaiotaciionnigatvinsadinasinamdvavanns 40 Choosing Your Profile sissisirriisenrii inkin 41 ODONIS eea E E E E ES 42 Look and Feel acatpatstanitoarnatienennaantoanmnaineninanau
10. 056 061 068 011 019 027 011 014 019 027 038 084 Panasonic 012 013 038 086 111 Penney 000 008 011 019 027 040 068 077 086 088 Philco 006 007 010 011 013 016 019 027 033 035 037 038 043 087 089 002 006 007 010 011 013 016 033 035 037 038 043 066 073 011 027 045 062 093 011 019 027 037 Pioneer Portland 011 027 037 072 012 038 092 000 021 025 036 037 059 064 078 000 006 011 019 027 034 The System Test allows you to run a basic diagnostics check on your digital satellite system If you are experiencing any trouble with your system bring up the Main menu select Options then System Options and run the system test Make sure that e All connections jacks cables etc are correctly in place See the section Connecting Your Receiver for more information e There are batteries in the remote and that they are working correctly e The access card is installed in the receiver 038 044 046 088 100 101 109 Realistic 006 011 014 015 019 027 036 037 077 110 see 017 021 039 056 057 058 028 037 064 000 006 011 014 017 018 021 023 027 039 040 041 051 071 083 095 Sharp 011 020 025 027 037 052 053 059 060 108 005 094 108 Sony Soundesign Sylvania 011 027 033 006 007 010 011 013 016 027 033 035 043 049 066 087 089 Symphonic Tatung Technics Techwood Teknika 011 0
11. IN FROM ANT VIDEOIN AUDIOIN R L OUT TO TV Q VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT CAUTION Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the receiver See Safety Information inside front cover First Things First Connection C m m SATELLITE Good Pictureand Sound Quality Y DISH To use this connection you must have DIGITAL OUT TOTV Q j e TV with RF input jack RECEIVER wa 6 6 un CABLE QB FBP auno OR e VCR with RF and audio video inputs OFF AIR ANTENNA y e Coaxial and audio video cables To connect TV VCR and antenna or cable box VCR INFROM ANT VIDEOIN AUDIOIN fA O R L OUT TOTV Q VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT 1 Connect coaxial cables and audio video cables as shown To receive satellite programming e Tune TV to channel 3 or 4 depending on how you set the CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the receiver To receive off air programming no cable box 1 Turn off VCR and receiver 2 Tune TV to desired channel To receive cable programming with cable box 1 Turn off VCR and receiver 2 Tune TV to cable box output channel usually CH2 CH3 or CH4 3 Tune cable box to desired channel To record satellite programming 1 Tune TV to the channel on which you receive the satellite Signal 2 Tune receiver to desired channel 3 Set VCR to record on line input CAUTION Do not stack electronic To view VCR programming components or oth
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13. jacks between the receiver and your TV s antenna input S Video Jack 90O Audio Video Jacks uN AA Q RF Jack First Things First Connection A Best Pictureand Sound Quality To use this connection you must have e TV with separate RF audio video and S Video inputs jacks e VCR with RF and audio video inputs e Coaxial audio video and S Video cables To connect TV VCR and antenna or cable box 1 Connect coaxial cables as shown 2 Connect audio video cables as shown 3 Connect S Video cable as shown To receive satellite programming 1 Tune TV to receive the S Video output from the receiver 2 Tune receiver to desired channel To receive off air programming no cable box 1 Turn off VCR and receiver 2 Tune TV to desired channel To receive off air programming with cable box 1 Turn off VCR and receiver 2 Tune TV to cable box output channel usually CH2 CH3 or CH4 3 Tune cable box to desired channel To record satellite programming 1 Tune TV to receive S Video output from receiver 2 Tune receiver to desired channel 3 Set your VCR to record on line input To view VCR programming 1 Tune TV to VCR output channel usually CH3 or CH4 TV Q e woe0 R aupio L Fue f SATELLITE DISH DIGITAL 7 6 SATELLITE VIDEO Rang A RECEIVER fe San s my vero SATELLITE IN CABLE AUDIO OR E OFF AIR ANTENNA a VCR N FROM A
14. je 24 Spending Limit 9 _ ae gt 12 00 EN to amp 12 00 El Lock User TIT You can limit viewing seven days a week 2 Usethe digits on the remote or point to the or and press MENU eSELECT to complete the on screen sentence Choose how many hours can be viewed each day 0 24 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 eSELECT Exit Help NAS gt User 1 Spending Limit a an w Edit Channels SS user 1 can spend up tol a Add All Chans s BEE 00 per event a T e Delete All Chans Set Rating Limit 4 i Viewing Hours j ae _ gt A g y i aSa gt z Spending SD g we i i d j Ta A Ne Lock User y A eee EA WP 2 Re r lt r S 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 the system password to purchase a pay per view program that costs more than your Spending Limit allows TheMenu System Lockinga User s Profile Each user can be assigned a personal password to lock his or her profile When a password is assigned the user must enter the password before he
15. may be slightly different from the one pictured here a oe qj Enter Zip Code Exit Help Bere gt Mzoga Select by City m Enter Lat Long Signal Meter 5 Usethe arrowson the remote or the front panel to highlight Zip Code and then press MENU eSELECT 6 Enter the zip code for the dish installation location 7 Record the elevation and azimuth numbers below Elevation Azimuth Elevation is the up Azimuth is side to down angle that the sdedr a onika You only need to use one of the dish is pointed the dish is pointed available methods to find your dish pointing coordinates If you know the zip code for the locality where the dish is being installed use that 45 TheMenu System Using theOn Screen Signal Meter The signal strength meter is used to determine whether or not you are receiving the satellite signal and it also indicates the strength of the satellite signal Follow these steps to bring up the on screen signal meter 1 Turn on your television and satellite receiver 2 Tune your television to the satellite receiver s output channel 3 Press MENUeSELECT on the remote or front panel to bring up the Main menu 4 Usethe arrowsto highlight the Dish Pointing option and then press MENU eSELECT to access the dish pointing screen 5 Use the arrowson the remote or the front panel to highlight Signal Meter and then press MENU eSELECT Exit Help
16. may receive a message calling your attention to a new service How to tell when you have mail There are two ways to tell if you have mail depending on whether the receiver is turned on or off e lf the receiver is turned on the mail icon in the channel banner is highlighted e If the 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 eSELECT The message is opened for you to read i i ie E Exit Help E P 1 Read Message N i Erase Message ia l Watch channel 999 for NFL Football season is G3 Wrestlemania MCVII is here Mail provides the latest information from program providers 2 PressMENUeSELECT again to close the letter After you read a message and want to erase it point to Erase Message and press MENU eSELECT When you exit the display screen messages not erased are saved in memory Mailbox 31 32 TheMenu System Pay Per View Programs Purchases Pay per view programs PPV are programs that you purchase like a movie ticket on an event by event basis For instance there might be a specific channel that runs nothing but previews for movies After previewing the movie you can purchase it or find out more details about it PPV programs can also be found in the program guide Purchasing and Previewing
17. pointing coordinates or run the signal strength meter select Dish Pointing from the Main menu Ordering SatelliteProgramming After you have installed your system you should contact the service providers DIRECTV and USSB to receive satellite programming Programming with DIRECTV Call 1 800 347 3288 Programming with USSB Call 1 800 204 USSB When you order programming you need to know your Access Card number To get the number select Options from the Main menu then System Options and then select System Test Wait for the system to run all of it s tests The Access Card number is displayed at the end of the system test Write the Access Card number in the space below for easy reference Program Guides What isa Program Guide First Th ings Fir st A program guide is an on screen programming schedule There are several types of guides each presenting the schedule in a different format Using the program guide Is easy as long as you 2 f remember the Point and Select rule Point to Program Guides items on the screen by pressing the arrow keys on the remote or front panel Then press MENU SELECT to tune to that program 2 TheMenu System 4 Refer ence 5 Appen dices y y 3 themenu system y Aiai y 5 Appendices Gi Program Guides Anatomy ofa Program Guide The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in the program guides Program titles Family
18. specific parts of the satellite system then use the right arrow key to continue through each of the Help screens or press MENU eSELECT to return to the Help menu Program Guide shows a screen by screen overview of the Program guide features Menu System shows a screen by screen overview of the system menus Remote Control shows an on screen display of the remote control Point to the different remote buttons to see a brief description of the highlighted button Remotes may vary by model TheMenu System Front Panel showsan on screen display of the receiver front 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 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 satellite system and TV terms Point to a glossary item to see a brief description Look and Feel Default Guide lets you choose which guide appears first when you press the GUIDE button on the remote The choices are Grid Guide Detail Guide and SurfGuide Color Scheme lets you pick which color appears in the guides and menu system Translucency lets you choose the translucency of the menu displays Slide the indicator bar to make the screens more Opaque or less opaque Animation lets you turn animation on or off Animation appears on screen only when music cha
19. the point of cable entry as practical This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 810 and in particular article 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 This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U S patents and other intellectual property rights The anticopy process is licensed for non commercial home use only Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited Care and Cleaning Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your receiver Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top and bottom Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents Avoid excessive use of oil based furniture polishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust A non abrasive anti static cleaner polisher is recommended Tableof Contents First NINOS FINSE sasssa 3 What isthe Digital Satellite System ennnnneennnnenrrrreerrrreerrrreenn 4 What s in the BOX e s sesssssessreresrrrresrrrrrenrrrrsnrrrrenrrrrerrrreerrrreenrrreenne 5 Using This Manual esssnsessnnsessrennssrrreesrrrresrrrressrrres
20. these steps until the TV responds to the remote control your TV record your TV commands code here for easy reference 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 SAT to set the remote to control the device 2 Press OFFeON to turn the device off or on 3 Usethe remote buttons that apply to that device Reference Remote TV Codes Anam National 011 019 027 088 107 011 027 033 011 027 033 064 Colortyme 011 027 084 Concerto 011 027 Contec Cony 036 037 040 042 064 Craig Curtis Mathes 000 011 015 027 037 Daewoo 011 019 027 112 116 Daytron Dimensia Electrohome 006 011 014 027 038 061 068 011 026 027 028 029 030 031 032 037 042 053 064 065 067 075 076 078 079 094 095 096 011 027 017 021 039 041 000 008 009 011 012 027 038 068 086 089 091 116 003 004 006 011 019 027 037 050 011 027 009 011 027 036 037 040 047 048 063 080 094 097 098 Hallmark Hitachi Troubleshooting 040 048 051 074 002 011 027 006 011 014 027 000 013 018 021 023 054 Magnavox 006 007 010 011 013 016 027 033 035 043 049 066 087 089 Marants Marantz 006 011 014 019 022 027 041 056 061 068 Mitsubishi 006 011 014 019 022 027 041 055
21. to program providers 51 Refer ence Remote Control Buttons ONeOFF Turnsthe device you are controlling on or off TV Tellsthe remote to control the TV OFF ON TV SAT SAT Turnson the receiver and tells the remote to control system Q functions GUIDE Brings up the on screen program guide Press the GUIDE MENUeSELECT button several times to toggle through the different types of GUDE INFO guides MENUeSELECT Bringsup the Main menu If you are already in the menu system press MENU eSELECT to select a highlighted choice ARROWS Use the navigation arrowsto 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 again to get program details CLEAR Removesthe on screen displays and return to normal viewing GO BACK Moves you back and forth between your last two selected channels In the menu system returns you to the previous screen DIGIT KEYS 0 9 Use the digit keys to tune directly to a channel If you are in the menu system use the digit keys to enter numbers for the time date channel and passwords CHAN UP DOWN Use to scan up and down through the channels in the current channel list If you are in the program guide or menu system use the CHAN UP DOWN buttons to page up and down a screen at a time VOL UP DOWN Adjuststhe audio volume ANT Lets you switch the source of the video signal fro
22. 27 011 019 027 033 036 037 040 066 018 021 023 040 071 077 085 090 Vidtech Wards 000 005 006 007 008 009 010 011 013 019 025 027 028 035 043 059 066 076 082 089 006 014 019 027 001 099 114 Appendix A Warranty Information Repair Help Thomson Consumer Electronics offers hardware repair service should you encounter any problems with your digital satellite system Many problems can be diagnosed over the phone or if necessary a replacement unit can be shipped to you Please have your digital satellite system model serial number and date of purchase ready when you call If your unit is out of warranty we will quote the cost of an exchange unit to you Refer to RCA Digital Satellite System Limited Warranty for the repair service phone number Returning Equipment to Thomson for Repair or Exchange If we are unable to resolve your problem over the phone we will gladly service your unit or exchange it fora new or refurbished unit Refer to the limited warranty included in the booklet to learn about your specific rights and responsibilities Always consult Thomson and get a Return Authorization number before returning anything Obtain a Return Authorization RA number from the telephone representative before returning your equipment to avoid delays accounting errors or even loss of your unit Important Information to Customers Who Ship Defective Equipment to Thomson Consumer Electronics The T
23. 995 Based on the true story of the ill fated 13th Apollo mission bound for the moon It s 1970 and there s little interest in this routine flight until that is things go very wrong and prospects of a safe return fade Directed by Ron Howard 7 22 5 00pm 213 H sN Garden Renegade Business Apollo 13 MTY Singled Out 5 30pm 6 00pm Home Fu Buyer s M Wings Business Money Cl Top 10 Video Countdo 6 30pm Showcase Wings Inside W Hollywo Beavis amp xt 7 SS wel wO AZ Yo BE Program Guide Family Inside World Politics NR 5 00pm Worldview Up Close Garden Renegade Business Apollo 13 Singled Out Current Ch 245 At the Zoo 5 30pm 6 00pm Moneyline SportsCenter Home Fu Buyer s M Wings Business Money Cl Top 10 Video Countdo 5 29pm Tue 7 22 97 6 30pm Crossfire Up Close Showcase Wings Inside W Hollywo Beavis amp Renegade Business Apollo 13 ft p 2 Singled Out R Singled Out NR 4 e aa 4 By default the Detail Guide appears when you press GUIDE on the remote You can change the default guide from the Detail Guide to the Grid Guide or SurfGuide Select Options from the Main menu Select Look and Feel then set the Default Guide Program Guides Tuningto a Program To tune directly to a current program listed in the guide point to th
24. Appendix A Warranty Information To receive a replacement receiver after we have received your unit e Write the RA number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit Make sure you Insure your shipment in case of damage or loss e Carefully pack the unit using the original box and packing material if possible Please retain all accessories that were included with your unit such as the remote control hand unit e Include with the shipment l Evidence of purchase date such asa bill of sale 2 A brief note describing your receiver problem 3 Your name address and phone number e The representative will advise the address to mail a cashier s check or money order for payment if there are any out of warranty labor or parts charges and you elect not to use your credit card e After we receive your product a new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you What your warranty does not cover Acts of God such as but not limited to lightning damage Adjustment of customer controls Damage from misuse or neglect A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes e Batteries e Units purchased serviced or operated outside the continental U S A and Alaska e For units intended for use in Alaska this warranty does not cover installation or the dish antenna It only covers the receiver Loss of programming Installation Shipping damage if the uni
25. NT VIDEOIN AUDIOIN A a OUT TO TV VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT CAUTION Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the receiver See Safety Information inside front cover First Things First Connection B Very Good Pictureand Sound Quality To use this connection you must have e TV with separate RF and audio video inputs jacks e VCR with RF and audio video inputs e Coaxial and audio video cables To connect TV VCR and antenna or cable box 1 Connect coaxial cables as shown 2 Connect audio video cables as shown To receive satellite programming 1 Tune TV to receive line output from receiver often called Input 1 2 Tune receiver to desired channel To receive off air programming no cable box 1 Turn off VCR and receiver 2 Tune TV to desired channel To receive off air programming with cable box 1 Turn off VCR and receiver 2 Tune TV to cable box output channel usually CH2 CH3 or CH4 3 Tune cable box to desired channel To record satellite programming 1 Tune TV to record line output from receiver Input1 2 Tune receiver to desired channel 3 Set your VCR to record on line input To view VCR programming 1 Tune TV to VCR output channel usually CH3 or CH4 TV 9 SATELLITE DISH OUT TO TV OQ Q AUDIO TA mi TE Oon CABLE IDEO 8 P audio OR OFF AIR ANTENNA ea e DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER VCR
26. Signal is locked Adjust for strength az v Transponder 14 Peak signal 87 ag TT J Enter Zip Code Select by City Enter Lat Long Signal Strength 86 Elevation 30 Azimuth 224 If the dish is pointed to the correct azimuth and elevation the signal meter will show you the current signal strength and you should hear a continuous tone If you are not receiving a signal you need to incrementally adjust the azimuth setting on the dish After you receive a signal you will want to continue to adjust the azimuth to try to get the best possible signal Important Changing transponders is not the same as fine tuning the dish Although the signal strength may appear to change this may be due to different types of interference To fine tune the dish consult the Satellite Dish Antenna Installation Guide and follow the instructions on adjusting the dish elevation and azimuth 46 Dish Pointing Peak Signal The Peak Signal indicates the highest signal strength you have obtained which is not necessarily the highest possible signal While the maximum signal strength is 100 the signal strength you achieve will probably be less Although there is no difference in picture quality between a signal strength of 60 and 85 the higher the signal the less likely you are to experience negative effects in degraded conditions such as rain or snow called rain fade TheMe
27. There are several ways to purchase and preview PPV movies and events e Tune to a PPV program s channel Program providers may offer on screen purchase instructions usually as the PPV program begins e Select a PPV program from the program guide e Preview a coming attraction by selecting a channel from the Attractions Guide Tuningto 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 in order to purchase a program ey Exit Help RA SS Four Weddings and a Funeral n cs a Ny Topic Movies p Nii Theme Comedy AREN theme co Rating PG 13 DTV Start 10 00pm Buy Program Other Times Ch 107 Length Thr 22min 17 14 97 TS SK gt Hugh Grant Andie McDowell A confirmed bachelor meets the woman of his dreams at a friend s wedding and for the first time contemplates the idea of marriage Use the program guide to get to the Program Details screen You may need to enter your four Follow the on screen instructions to purchase the selected digit password to order a PPV program program if it costs more than the spending limit you set up in the Profiles menu TheMenu System Using the Program Guidefor PPV Purchases Programs When you use the program guide to select a PPV program the Program Details screen gives you a few more options Exit Help x N S Fo
28. a profileChanneil List 1 Point to and select Edit Users then choose a user 2 Point to a channel list option and press MENU SELECT a Exit Help J Edit Channels 4 Jao Add All Chans Delete All Chans TINT i Set Rating Limit i Viewing Hours ae Sal You need to lock the system in order for rating limits channel limits viewing hours and spending limits to go into effect Spending Limit Lock User To start you can add or delete all channels After you lock the system you 3 Use the arrow keys to point to a channel and press need to enter the system M ENU SELECT to remove or replace the checkmark password to edit the limits See Checkmarked items appear in the channel list Locking the System for details 37 TheMenu System Add or Delete All Channels z Profiles You might be able to save time when creating a channel list by using the Add All Chans option or the Delete All Chans option to either add all channels or delete all channels before removing or adding individual channels Also program providers may make additional channels available To prevent new channels from appearing in a profile channel list choose Delete All Chans and checkmark only the channels you want to appear in the list Setting the Ratings Limit The Ratings Limit menu enables you to set a maximum viewing limit for rated movies based on the MPAA ratings system as long asthe pr
29. aiaonepantits 43 VATO PUO a E EE 43 Audio Language esssssessrreresrrrresrrrresrrrresrrrresrrrrrerrrreerrrreenne 44 Alternate Data cccccccsscceccsssseesesssseeesseaseessseseeeseeaseeseenageees 44 The Dish Pointing Menu Screen cccccccssseceeesesseeeseeeseeesssseeeens 45 Using the On Screen Signal Metelr cccccscecssssseseesseseeeeees 46 HOME COME Ol rea a boven ussite E 47 Reference iisnsntncissaentevtanndisieininnedaudenwdsansteuviandiawinas 49 HOME ViCW srin e E T N 50 Front Panel Controls e ss sssssssssrrrnsrrrrnsrrrnrnsrrrrrsrrrrrsrrrrnenrrrrsrrrernt 51 Back Panel CONTOS csini ncssa ra a 51 Remote Control Buttons sssssssrsesrrrresrrrresrrrrresrrrresrrrresrrrrensnnne 52 Programming the Remote Control ccccccssseeessssseeesseeeees 53 Programming the Remote to Control Your TV eseese 53 VOU CSO OCG sssri EEr 54 Appendix A Warranty Information 05 55 Appendix B FCC Regulations cscssssssssesenensees 58 Appendix C Accessories ccsesssescsenenseseessesessnens 59 MAE ina 61 StarSight Licensed The manufacture and sale of the television schedule feature of this product was licensed under one or more of the following patents of StarSight Telecast Inc U S Patent Nos 4 706 121 4 977 455 5 151 789 5 335 277 and 5 353 121 First Things First Read the First Two Chapters The first two chapters of the manual introduce you to your digital satellite syst
30. and MENUeSELECT buttons to choose the Guide Data group Exit Help Program Detail Guide SurfGuide Channel Guide 12 0 HRS 20 0 HRS Logo Guide 27 0 HRS Guide Data 34 0 HRS Channel Lists 42 0 HRS Channel Groups 49 0 HRS Attractions O 56 0 HRS Guide Data lets you see what s on in the future Then select PPV in the Channel Groups category Exit Help Channel Groups All Channels Mini Guide C Subscrptn Channel Guide e Promo Music Detail Guide Logo Guide Guide Data Channel Lists 7 Channel Groups Attractions Channel Groups is another way to sort types of programming Select Exit or press the GO BACK button on the remote to return to the previous guide You can also choose another guide format from the category list Other Guides button 25 Program Guides The other buttons Exit Exits the guide and returns you to normal viewing on the current channel Press M ENU eSELECT to continue Exit button Help Brings up additional information about the guide Press MENU eSELECT to continue Help button Down Arrow The arrow button allows you to scroll down through other channels in the guide Point to the down arrow and then press Arrow button MENU eSELECT to scroll down through the program guide The Main menu Brings up the satellite system Main menu Press MENU eSELECT to Me
31. antasy Horror Musical Select a Movies Themes that interests 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 Exit Help All Sports Baseball Basketball Sports Themes button Boxing Football Golf Hockey Racing D ai Select a Sports Theme that interests you All The All button resets the guide to show all available topics channels and listings for the current Profile All button 22 Program Guides AlphaSort AlphaSort lists in alphabetical order all the program titles in the current guide Select the AlphaSort button to search for specific Al program titles that are in the current program guide Use the arrow button to highlight a character then press MENU SELECT AlphaSort button For example to search for the program Auto Racing the first letter you should enter is A Words like The A and An appear at the end of a title 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 Exit Help os Auto Racing ESN2 7 6 3 30 PM Avalon HBO 7 6 4 00 PM Blockbuster Awards 5 VHI 7 6 5 00 PM Oid gt Born Yesterday backspace TMC 7 6 4 00 PM
32. arding proper installation Then refer to the next section Connecting Your Receiver to Your TV See your dealer for specific information regarding professional installation or the purchase of a Self Installer s Kit First Things First The Point and Select Method Point and Select isthe two step method you use to navigate through the menu system and program guides Once you know how to point and select you can explore the menus to learn more about how your digital satellite system works L Point You point by pressing the arrow keys on the remote or front panel Pressing the arrow keys moves the on screen highlight to different items in the program guide and the menu screens Pressing an arrow once moves the highlight one space in the direction of the arrow 4 gt For example to point down that is to move the highlight toward the bottom of the screen press the down arrow To y point right press the right arrow MENU SELECT 2 Select Once you have pointed to an item on the screen select it by pressing the MENU eSELECT 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 might tell you to Point to the Exit button and press MENU eSELECT Once you ve got the hang of the Point and Select rule you can use any part of the digital satellite system Don t worry about getting stuck i
33. connected to one line should not exceed 5 To be certain of the number of devices you may connect to your line as determined by the REN you should contact your local telephone company Notes This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company Party lines are subject to state tariffs and therefore you may not be able to use your own telephone equipment if you are on a party line Check with your local telephone company Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your digital satellite system equipment from your line 2 Rights of the Telephone Company Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network the telephone company shall where practicable notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required Where prior notice isnot practicable and the circumstances warrant such action the telephone company may temporarily discontinue service immediately In case of such temporary discontinuance the telephone company must 1 promptly notify you of such temporary discontinuance 2 afford you the opportunity to correct the situation and 3 inform you of your right to bring a complaint to the Commission pursuant to procedures set forth in Subpart E of Part 68 FCC Rules and Regulations The telephone company may make changes in its communications facilities equipment operations of procedures where such action is required in the operati
34. ct in the guides can also be selected in the channel banner Program titles Family is one of five and information selectable Profiles F Outdoor Living r 7 2 30pm to 3 00pm 2 40pm ETV ARN i NR Not Rated Wed 7 9 97 English Family Ch 214 Tp lac ls pe HGTV o a AZ Reo L Fna Tips for creating a safe and fun filaygrounc d Use Home Control or Data Port Read mail from program providers Takes you to the Main menu Locks and unlocks the system Sorts the guide Searches guide for alphabetically by title specific information The channel banner appears whenever you tune to a channel exit a guide or press INFO on the remote Use the arrow buttons and M ENU SELECT to choose an item On screen icons represent frequently used menu items Some icons also change appearance to show the item s status Green Unlock icon The system is unlocked Spending viewing and other limits can be accessed and changed Yellow Unlock icon 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 appearance depending on how the Low Speed Data port is used 17
35. e program and press M ENU SELECT To see information about a program in the guide press INFO Exit Help lt NN S Four Weddings and a Funeral Ts View Channel NN Topic Movies X Channel Guide Bs ih Theme Comedy SA Wt Rating PG 13 Buy Program Start 10 00pm Length Thr 22min io o Hugh Grant Andie McDowell A confirmed bachelor meets the woman of his dreams at a friend s wedding and for the first time contemplates the idea of marriage Press MENU to purchase this program The Program Details screen appears and gives you several options Then you can select e View Channel to tune to that channel e Channel Guide to see a program lineup for that channel e Buy Program to purchase the program e Other Times to see what other times the program is available The program title is automatically entered and sorted in the AlphaSort control panel 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 SurfGuide there are a few more guides the Channel Guide the Logo Guide and the Attractions Guide You can access these guides by selecting the Other Guides button at the bottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Other Guides button 20 Program Guides The Channel Guide Displays a channel s programming schedule in a channel by channel format Exit Help HBO Ch 910 A Pri
36. e the satellite system to tune to a specific channel at a specific time Dish Pointing Profiles Home Control Allows you to set ratings limits soending limits and viewing hours as well as create favorite channel lists Options Allows you to find out more about the 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 BeAfraid to Explore Don t Forget about the Once you ve learned the basics feel free to poke around the CLEAR button menu system because exploring isthe best way to learn The context sensitive help at the bottom of the screen provides instructions for getting through any particular menu or control panel Remember press CLEAR at any time to leave the menu system and return to regular satellite system viewing Press the CLEAR button on the remote to remove the on screen menus and return to normal viewing 29 TheMenu System The Program Guide Program Guide Selecting Program Guide brings up your default program guide the Detail Guide the Grid Guide or SurfGuide Anatomy of a Program Guide The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in the Detail Guide and Grid Guide Program
37. eely e Do not stack components e Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand e Place an amplifier or receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components First Things First Jacksand Cables S Video Jack and Cable The S Video jack provides the best picture quality for your system This jack is available on many TVs and is used in conjunction with audio cables to connect the receiver to your TV Remember also to connect the left and right audio cables because the S Video jack carries only the picture signal not the sound Audio Video Jacks and Cables RCA type The audio video jacks provide very good picture and stereo sound quality and should be used if your TV has no S Video jack Theses jacks are used for most audio video connections between components The receiver audio video jacks are color coded yellow for video red for right audio and white for left audio If your TV has only one input for audio mono connect it to the right red audio jack on the 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 receiver are labeled IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV The coaxial cable supplied with your system is used to connect the RF
38. elp Detail Guide SurfGuide Channel Guide Logo Guide Guide Data Channel Lists Channel Groups E Attractions N The Other Guides menu provides several guide formats 5 Point to a channel and select it E Eo mE Exit Help E TU E ee Coming A 12 DTV Movies ie DTV Events DTV Previews USSB The Attractions Guide is accessed through the Other Guides menu TheMenu System Using the Pur chases Menu The Purchases menu allows you to review upcoming and past purchases Exit Help Future Purchases Future Purchases Four Weddings and a Funeral aS Toe DTV 7 14 97 10 00 PM Spending Limits The Purchases menu shows you upcoming or past purchases and spending limits The list of purchases may be longer than one screen use the down arrow keys to see more items The display also shows the title channel date time and cost of each program e 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 Cancelingan 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 an upcoming purchase Four Weddings and a Funeral Fadl NN Topic Movies c AW Theme Comedy a Rating PG 13 Start 10 00pm Length thr 22min ee ae Hugh Grant Andie McDowell A confirmed bachelor mee
39. em and show you how to use the on screen guides and menus In First Things First you ll learn e how to use this manual e how to use the menu system and guides e different ways to connect the receiver to your TV e how to order programming Program Guides details the items and features associated with the different guides Th e Rest Of The Manual The rest of the book includes menu information reference information such as remote codes a glossary and an index First Th ings Fir st 2 Program Guides 2 TheMenu System 4 Refer ence 5 Appen dices y 2 rowan cities lt y 3 themenu sstem y Aiai y 5 Appendices W First Things First What istheDigital Satellite Sy stem You ve purchased the digital satellite system so you already know a lot of the great things it offers You know that the system uses the latest satellite technology to deliver television programming to your home And you know that the transmissions are digital so the quality of the picture and audio rivals that of laser discs and CDs You know the dish is small 18 inches wide and that it often can be installed in a matter of hours See the satellite system Installer Guide for specific information Those are the some of the things you probably know about the digital satellite system But what about the things you don t know For instance e The system works like your TV Pick up the remote and push the SAT button Press
40. er objects on 1 Tune TV to VCR output channel usually CH3 or CH4 top of the receiver See Safety Information inside front cover 2 Turn receiver off 12 First Things First TV Connection D Q SATELLITE DISH Good Pictureand Sound Quality To use this connection you must have CABLE OR DIGITAL OFF AIR ANTENNA e TV with RF input SATELLITE RECEIVER 6 omen e Coaxial cables To connect TV and antenna or cable box 1 Connect coaxial cables as shown To receive satellite programming e Tune TV to channel 3 or 4 depending on how you set the CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the receiver To receive off air programming no cable box 1 Turn off receiver 2 Tune TV to desired channel To receive cable programming with cable box 1 Turn off receiver 2 Tune TV to cable box output channel usually CH2 CH3 or CH4 3 Tune cable box to desired channel CAUTION Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the receiver See Safety Information inside front cover First Things First 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 need to run the interactive setup again select Options from the Main menu then select Interactive Setup If you just want to check your dish
41. ere are three ways to exit a menu e Point to Exitand press MENU eSELECT e Press the CLEAR button on the remote control The on screen displays clear from the screen and you return to TV viewing e Pressthe 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 rest of the Help buttons in the menu system bring up helpful information explaining one aspect of that menu 28 If the Main menu doesn t appear when you press MENUeSELECT the remote might not be in SAT mode Try pressing the SAT button on the remote and then MENU eSELECT Context Sensitive Help Most of the screens contain information to help you decide what to do next If you get stuck look for the help text TheMenu System Menu Descriptions Exit This section briefly describes each of the available Main menu options More information about each menu and its features is included later in this chapter Program Guide Program Guide Shows the on screen programming schedules Mailbax Mailbox Purchases Use to read mail messages from your program providers Timers Purchases Use to review or cancel upcoming purchases and to review past purchases Profiles Timers Options Allows you to schedul
42. homson representative who authorizes the return of your equipment will give you an RA number over the phone The representative 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 personnel about the problem Include your name address and model serial number of your unit These numbers are located on the back of your receiver If your digital satellite system is within the warranty period please provide a copy of the bill of sale to verify purchase date Use the original box and packing material to protect the equipment from damage in shipment For your protection insure all shipments for full replacement value and use a reliable shipper Thomson assumes no responsibility for warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson 99 56 Appendix A Warranty Information RCA DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEM LIMITED WARRANTY What your warranty covers e Any defect in materials or workmanship For how long after your purchase e 90 days Unit exchange which includes parts and labor e 91 daysto 1 year Unit exchange which includes parts only you pay the labor
43. is one of five Indicates current time and information selectable Profiles Program Guide Family 5 29pm Tue 7 22 97 Apollo 13 PG Tom Hanks Kevin Bazon 1995 Based on the true story of the ill fated 13th Apollo mission bound for the moon It s 1970 and there s tittle interest in this routine flight until that is things ow very wrong and prospects of a safe return fade Directed by Ron Howard 7 22 500pm 5 30pm 6 00pm 6 30pm 213 253 275 Busi Busi M Cl Inside W CNBC usiness usiness oney a nsidae Ae 910 H OE ay Singled Out Top 10 Video Countdo Beavis amp 5 2 we RS R A ot Bpel Oz Be o Garden Home Fu Buyer s M Showcase usa Renegade Wings Wings go Apollo 13 Hollywo Oo o o Returns you to Takes you to previous screen the Main menu Help gives you Displays more more information sorting options Sort the guide by Searches guide for Topics Movies or Sports specific information Scrolls through L Sorts the current guide the guide alphabetically by title Shows all available programs Bringing UptheProgram Guides You can access the program guides by pressing M ENU eSELECT on the remote and selecting Program Guide or by using the GUIDE button on the remote Exit Help Mailbox Purchases Timers Profiles Options Dish Pointing Home Control Program Guides Anatomy of TheChannel Banner Some of the items you sele
44. k panel 51 connecting 6 front panel 51 system 4 Remote control batteries 5 buttons 52 programming 5 53 using the 53 Reviewing purchases 35 S Scout 24 button 24 results 24 Scrolling 18 Signal meter 46 peak signal 46 Sorting program guides 21 Sorting by All button 22 AlphaSort button 23 Movies button 22 Other Guides button 25 Scout button 24 Sports button 22 Topics button 21 Spending limits 36 39 Sports button 22 SurfGuide 18 System lock 40 System options 43 System unlock 41 T Timer feature editing or cancelling 36 Timers Home Control 48 icons 36 48 Timers menu 29 36 Topics button 21 Transponders 46 Troubleshooting 54 Tuning to a program 19 U Unlocking a profile 41 the system 17 41 USSB programming 14 V Viewing hours limit 39 W Warranty information 56 61 If your satellite system needs service please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product 4 THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 1998 Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Registrada s Printed in USA TOCOM 15392420 The following materials were used IN printing this publication Ey 100 RECYCLED PAPER MINIMUM 40 POST CONSUM ER D PRINTED WITH FZ
45. m satellite signals to an off air antenna or cable signal In TV mode press the WHOeINPUT button one or more times to toggle through the available video inputs ALT AUD Alternate Audio Use to toggle through the available languages or audio types for a program MUTE Turnsoff the sound Press again to restore the sound 52 Refer ence Programming theRemoteControl The remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable TVs The remote is programmed to control most RCA GE and ProScan TVs The remote needs to be programmed to control other manufacturers brands Programming theRemoteto Control Your TV To determine whether your remote needs to be programmed turn the TV on point the remote at the TV and press the TV button Then press CHAN UP or DOWN to see whether the TV resoonds to the remote commands Follow these steps to program your remote to control your TV 1 Turn on the TV 2 Look up your brand and code number s on the TV Code list This remote may not operate all on the following pages models of the brands that are 3 Press and hold the TV button shown Use the codes shown in this manual or on the sheet 4 Enter the three digit code from the code list packed with your remote 5 Release the TV button and press OFF ON or CHAN UP DOWN to see if the TV responds to the remote commands If it doesn t try the next code listed for your brand After you program the remote to 6 Repeat
46. n Timer Clear Timer removes all the timer information Suspend turns off the timer but saves the timer information Home Control On screen icons are an easy way to understand the timers q indicates the timer is set indicates the timer is suspended You can schedule several timers to control the same device at different times Refer ence First Th ings Fir st How It All Works Although the digital satellite system is simple to use there are a number of parts in the system Don t be overwhelmed This section explains how these different parts work i together to bring a picture to your screen 2 Program Guides Wh at sIit For This section also describes the controls located 2 TheMen u Syst em on the front and back of the receiver 4 Refer ence 5 Appen dices Lers thingsrirst y 2 Program Guides y 3 themenu system y y 5 Appendices 4 t9 Refer ence Home View These parts are inside of or attached to your house Satellite Dish Receiver Telephone Jack Access Card Remote Control Satellite Dish Antenna Picks up the satellite s coded program information and relays it to your receiver Your satellite dish may be installed in different locations on or around your house The satellite dish antenna must however be pointed in a southern direction toward the satellite Digital Satellite Receiver Receives the TV program information and sends it to your TV or VCR
47. n your profile appears enter your four digit personal family or profile limits No limits password to activate your profile can be accessed or changed e If the profile isnot password protected you can just press Red Lock icon No limits can be MENU SELECT to activate it accessed or changed A password is required to override limits or The channel spending ratings and viewing limits will reflect the access the system chosen profile only when the system is locked 41 TheMenu System 42 Options The Options menu lets you set up preferences for the look and feel of the system as well as how some of the features work Exit Help Interactive Setup About DSS Look and Feel System Options Audio Language Alternate Data The Options menu lets you change how the system works The following sections explain your 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 strength meter select Dish Pointing from the Main menu System Info Select System Info from the Options menu to choose from a list of on line Help topics Point and select to find out about the
48. nema option A standard TV screen has an aspect ratio of 4 3 the Cinema option has an aspect 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 Audio Language When you select Audio Language from the Options menu the Audio Language display screen comes up Point to the audio language or audio type you want and press MENU eSELECT The system will then automatically set the audio program to the selected audio program type when that type is available There are two waysto change the audio e Press ALT AUD on the remote to temporarily change the Audio program while tuned to the current channel e Point to Audio Language from the Options menu and press MENU eSELECT to set the default Audio Language Alternate Data Selects from among the available data on the current channel TheMenu System The Dish Pointing Menu Screen Dish Pointing Follow these steps to obtain your dish pointing coordinates 1 Turn on your television and satellite receiver 2 Tune your television to the satellite receiver s output channel 3 Press MENUeSELECT on the remote or front panel to bring up the Main menu 4 Usethe arrowsto highlight the Dish Pointing option and then press MENU eSELECT to access the dish pointing screen NOTE The menu screen that you see
49. nnels are selected System Options System Test The System Test display screen is accessed through the Options menu and allows you to initiate diagnostic procedures on the satellite system You should use this feature to get your Access Card number or when your receiver doesn t seem to be working correctly There are four separate tests signal tuning phone connection and access card A message screen appears telling you whether the system passed each test If your system fails a test run the 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 43 TheMenu System dal New Access Card Periodically your program provider may issue you a replacement access card The New Access Card Setup display screen allows you to transfer the information from the old card onto the new one Follow the display screen prompts 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 system Remote Setup Some remotes have two SAT buttons and can control two digital satellite receivers Choose which remote button SAT1 or SAT2 will control the receiver Picture Size The Picture size display screen allows you to choose between a standard TV screen and a Ci
50. nside a menu Pressing the CLEAR button on the remote takes you out of the menu system and back to the program you were watching First Things First Connecting Your Receiver to Your TV During the satellite dish antenna installation the receiver may have been connected to your TV with just a coaxial cable for the system test Depending on what components you have another connection may provide better picture and audio quality The following sections provide cable and connection information to help you decide what connection is best for you Thingsto Know BeforeConnecting Components Protect Your Components from Power Surges e Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet e Always turn off the receiver TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference e Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks e 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 e Try not to coil any twin lead cables and keep them away from the audio video cables as much as possible e Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with your unit Protect Your Components from Overheating e Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components Arrange the components so that air can circulate fr
51. nu continue Main menu button 26 TheMenu System What sa Menu The satellite system menu is a list of choices just like a menu in a restaurant And just asa restaurant menu Is divided into sections such as appetizers entrees and desserts the on screen 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 First Th ings Fir st 2 Program Guides Lers mingsir y 2 Program Guides y y anean y S Appendices Use the MENU SELECT button to bring up the Main menu and 2 TheMenu System a Refer ence 5 Appen dices then use Point and Select to choose a menu option 27 TheMenu System Using the Menu System To bring up the Main menu press MENU eSELECT on the remote Exit Help Program Guide Mailbox Purchases Timers Profiles Options Dish Pointing Home Control a Use point and select to choose an item from the Main menu To use the menu system you need to know the Point and Select rule Use the arrows on the remote to point to an item on the screen and then press MENU eSELECT to select it Exit and Help There are Exit and Help buttons at the top of most screens Point to Exitand press MENU eSELECT to leave that screen Point to Help to see more information about that screen Exiting a Screen Th
52. nu System HomecControl Home Control lets you remotely control several lamps and appliances through your receiver Home Control setup The Home Control Data Interface connects to the LOW SPEED DATA port on the back of the receiver Once connected you must tell the receiver to use this port for Home Control l 2 3 4 Press M ENU eSELECT to bring up the Main menu Point to and select Options Point to and select System Options Point to and select Data Port and choose Home Control as the default setting Device Setup l From the Main menu select Home Control Exit Help This device has not been set up Device 1 Device 2 Device 3 Device 4 Device 5 Device 6 Device 7 Device 8 Home Control can control several devices Select a device you would like to control Complete the on screen sentence using the arrow buttons and M ENU eSELECT Press M ENU SELECT to scroll through the lists of appliances and locations Exit Help Device 1 i Device 1 isa Device 2 O Device 3 The house code is Device 4 and the module code is oli Device 5 s The module is a PENTE ME Device 6 Device 7 Device 8 Save Setup Clear Device Keep track of devices by assigning a label Home Control To control devices you must connect a Home Control Data Interface to the receiver and a remote module to the device you want to control The Home Control Data Interface connects to the LOW SPEED DATA port on
53. ogram provider has transmitted the proper code e 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 eSELECT ey SS See Exit Help NC 17 User 3 Rating Limit Goa Edit Channels SX Add All Chans I Delete All Chansa 4 Set Rating Limit Viewing Hours ock All Spending Limit Lock User ee gt Use the arrow keys to move the selector up and down 2 Use the up and down arrowsto move the rating selector to the highest rating you want to be able to view In the preceding illustration movies that are rated up to and including a PG 13 rating can be viewed After the Rating Limit is set and the system is locked you must enter the system password to watch programs with a rating higher than your limit TheMenu System Viewing Hours Profiles Use the Viewing Hours option to limit the total amount of time as well as the viewing hours a user can watch programming 1 Point to Viewing Hours and press MENU eSELECT Exit Help User 3 Viewing Hours Edit Channels _ Monday thru Friday Add All Chans Hours of TV Viewing CR 24 yy Del te All aR Bi oo 12 00 Raad gt Delete ans A EN amp 12 pam Set Rating Limit a ar 3 Viewing Hours Saturday and oo a Hours of TV Viewing
54. on 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 maintain uninterrupted service Radio Interference This equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC Rules These rules are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television 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 interference to radio or television reception which you can determine by turning the equipment off and on try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna that is the antenna for radio or television that is receiving the interference e Change the position of the satellite receiver with respect to the radio or television equipment that is receiving interference e Move the satellite receiver away from the equipment that is receiving interference e Plug the satellite receive
55. or she can view programs using that profile Profile passwords do no allow access to or editing of the profile limits You must enter the system password to edit profile limits 1 Point to Lock User and press M ENU eSELECT Exit Help Lock User 3 Edit Channels Add All Chans 25E Delete All TAD A P 9 Set Rating Limit lt a Viewing Hours Spending Limit x gt 7 Lock User Each user can have a password 2 Usethe arrow or digit keysto select each number of the password Locking the System You can lock the system in 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 After the system has been locked you must enter the correct password in order to access the Edit Users control panel Exit Help Edit Family Edit User 1 Edit User 2 Edit User 3 Edit User 4 Lock System Don t Forget Your Password If you forget a USER password you need to unlock the system and then assign a new user Locking the system protects the limits you set up i a j P password 2 Usethe arrowsor the digit keysto enter a four digit If you forget the SYSTEM system password password contact your program i provider s authorization center 3 Enter the password a second time to confirm it
56. our program providers The system requires a valid access card Back Panel Controls a Xa S VIDEO VIDEO R AUDIO L O O O SATELLITE IN LOW SPEED DATA PHONE JACK CH 4 OUT TO TV Use to connect the receiver to your TV However if your TV has audio video jacks you should use those jacks to get better picture and sound quality IN FROM ANT Use to connect an off air antenna or cable TV signal to the system CH3 CH4 SWITCH If a coaxial cable is used to connect the receiver to your TV you must set the CH3 CH4 SWITCH For example to see the signal on TV channel 3 set the switch to 3 S VIDEO Provides the best picture quality If your TV has SVIDEO capability use this jack along with the audio video jacks to connect the receiver to your TV VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the OUT TO TV jack If your TV has audio video capability use this jack to connect the 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 receiver to your TV You must also connect the VIDEO jack SATELLITE IN Use to connect the receiver to the satellite dish antenna LOW SPEED DATA PORT this port allows you to connect the system to accessories such as the Home Control base module PHONE J ACK Use to connect a phone line to the receiver The system requires a phone line connection to periodically call out
57. r into a different wall outlet so that the satellite receiver and the equipment receiving interference are on different branch circuits If these measures do not eliminate the interference please consult your dealer or an experienced radio television technician for additional suggestions Also the Federal Communications Commission has prepared a helpful booklet How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 Please specify stock number 004 000 00345 4 when ordering copies 58 Appen dix C Accessor ies RG 6 Coaxial Burial Cable with weatherproof F connectors Self Installer s Kit contains cable and hardware to install the dish and connect the sytem Remote Control replaces a lost remote Or order a second remote for convenience HCDSS10 Home Control Kit contains a Data Interface that connects to the receiver and a lamp module HC10LM Lamp module lets you control incandescent lamps Use to dim brighten and turn lamps on off HC20AM or HC30AM Appliance modules turn small appliances like coffee pots popcorn makers or stereo on or off Also controls non incandescent lamps Choose 2 prong HC20AM or 3 prong HC30AM Accessory Order Form for Digital Satellite Systems Part No Price Description RG 6 Coaxial Cable 2 et fone saa 5 fe ross sis95 50 feet rosso 2195
58. rogram will be included in the Scout Results program list The Scouts will search for information when the 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 Exit Help 7 i cout Enter Text Distant Replay Ec 205 CSN 04 08 6 30 PM Distant Replay 305 CSN 04 08 10 30 PM Exit Help Scout 1 Scout 1 is currently keeping watch Scout 2 for programs with NBA in the title or description Inside Indiana Basketball 313 EMP 04 09 6 00 PM Scout 3 Scout 4 NBA Basketball 259 TBS 04 10 7 00 PM NBA Basketball 323 SCCH 04 10 7 30 PM al Scout 5 Scout 6 Scout 7 Scout 8 Scouts look for specific program information A checkmark next to the Scout Use the arrow buttonsto highlight the title you are looking for means it is in use Press the MENUeSELECT button to select it or press INFO to see more information A highlighted binocular icon means the Scout has found something 24 Program Guides Other Guides The Other Guides button lets you sort the guide by different variables such as future times user profile channel lists and channel groups You can then choose a guide format to view the program information Select the Other Guides button You can select multiple sort parameters For 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
59. se date such asa bill of sale to the exchange location and you will be provided the new or refurbished unit Please retain all accessories such as the remote control hand unit 4 Ifthe repairs are covered by your warranty you will not be billed If you are not located near an exchange point 1 Provide your Discover Mastercard or Visa account number and expiration date to your phone representative This is for security purposes only and your account will not be charged at this time 2 Wewill send you a replacement unit 3 If you return the unit to us within 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 isnot 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 instructions will be included on the carton along with your RA number which will allow you to easily ship the unit back to us Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or loss Include with the shipment Evidence of purchase date such asa bill of sale A brief note describing your receiver problem Your name address and phone number Thomson assumes no responsibility of warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson
60. side W Apollo 13 Hollywo May Singled Out Top 10 Video Countdo Beavis amp gt a a pF es lt J AZ gt e The Sorting buttons appear at the bottom of the Grid Guide and Detail Guide Topics The Topics button sorts the guide according to the current 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 Exit Help Movies V Action Adv V Sci Fi Sports V Children V western Specials V Comedy V Other V Drama Series L News V Horror Shopping V Musical V Romance Show AIl Hide All 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 guides Programming that fits the description of checkmarked themes will appear in the guide when you sort by the Topics button Topics button Topics Themes button 21 Program Guides Movies Select the Movies button to list movies only After selecting Movies the Movies button changes to a Movies Themes button J Select the Movies Themes button to sort the guide to list specific types of movies such as comedies or musicals Movies button Exit Help All Movies Action Adv Children Comedy Movies Themes button Drama F
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62. t 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 e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your digital satellite product It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The return of the card is not required for a warranty coverage How state law relates to warranty e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your product outside the United States e This warranty doesnot apply See your dealer for warranty information 597 Appendix B FCC Regulations FCC Registration Information Your digital satellite system equipment is registered with the Federal Communications Commission and isin compliance with parts 15B and 68 FCC Rules and Regulations 1 Notification to the Local Telephone Company On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating among other information the FCC Registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number REN for the equipment You must upon request provide this information to your telephone company The REN is useful to determine the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have all these devices ring when your telephone number is called In most but not all areas the sum of the RENs of all devices
63. ta port 17 Default guide 18 Detail Guide 18 DIRECTV programming 14 Dish Pointing 45 azimuth 45 elevation 45 menu 29 E Exiting menus 28 29 program guides 20 26 F Front panel controls 51 G Grid Guide 18 GUIDE button 18 Guides See Program guides H Help 4 26 Home Control 47 accessories 59 icon 17 menu 29 setup 47 timers 48 Icons 17 36 40 48 Interactive setup 14 42 L Locking a profile 40 the system 17 37 40 Logo Guide 20 Look and feel 43 M Mailbox checking your mail 31 deleting mail 31 icon 17 Main menu 26 27 31 Menu system 4 exit 28 help 4 28 icons 36 40 48 navigation 7 Menus Dish Pointing 29 45 Home Control 29 47 Mailbox 29 31 Options 29 42 Profiles 29 37 Program Guide 29 Purchases 29 Timers 29 36 Movies button 22 Options menu 29 42 Other Guides Attractions Guide 34 button 19 25 P Passwords 40 Pay per view programs 32 tuning to 32 Profiles channel lists 37 choosing 41 locking 40 menu 29 37 ratings limits 38 spending limits 39 unlocking 41 viewing hours 39 Program guides 4 15 19 anatomy 16 30 Attractions Guide 20 buttons 19 Channel Guide 20 default 18 Detail Guide 18 exiting 20 26 Grid Guide 18 help 26 Logo Guide 20 scrolling 18 sorting 21 SurfGuide 18 tuning to a program 19 Programming the Remote 53 Purchases 32 cancelling 35 menu 29 35 previewing 32 reviewing 35 spending limits 36 R Ratings limit 38 Receiver bac
64. tery compartment matching the and end of each battery 3 Replace the cover Programming the Remote Depending on your equipment you may need to program the remote to control other devices Check out Programming the Remote in the Reference section First Things First Using This Manual There are a couple of conventions used in this manual that might help you read it e Words that appear in ALL CAPS indicate the name of a button e The names of on screen menu options are shown in italics Important Noteabout This User s Manual This manual assumes that your digital satellite system has been installed meaning 1 The satellite dish antenna has been installed correctly pointed at the satellite and connected to your digital Satellite receiver 2 The digital satellite receiver is connected to your television and to a telephone line 3 The access card isinstalled in your digital satellite 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 receiver when you are issued a new card by your programming providers 4 Theremote control has batteries and can be programmed to control both your digital satellite receiver and your TV if your TV isremote controllable If your system has not been installed refer to the satellite dish Installer s Guide for information reg
65. the back of the receiver oeeo LOW SPEED DATA PORT Once connected you must tell the receiver to use this port for Home Control These devices are available as accessories sold through your digital satellite dealer or the accessories order form at the back of this book 47 48 TheMenu System 4 Use the arrow buttons and MENU eSELECT to select the house and module codes that match the device s remote module and label the module Select Save Setup to complete the setup Device Control Once the device is set up there are two waysto control it with the menu system or with a timer Select a device from the Home Control menu screen You can then turn it on turn it off or adjust the brightness for lamp modules Select Edit Setup to change a device Exit Help Device 1 Control Hall Lamp Turn It On Turn It Off 3 Dim Device N Set Timers Dim Edit Setup Control the device from the menu To schedule a timer 1 Select St Timer 2 Schedule a timer by completing the on screen sentence Exit Help Device 1 will turnon at ES E and will turn off at 2 Timer 1 Timer 2 Timer 3 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun OOO OUOU Timer 4 Timer 5 Timer 6 Brightness ES 100 Timer 7 Timer 8 Run Timer Clear Timer Suspend Complete the on screen sentence to schedule a timer 3 Use the arrows and MENUeSELECT to enter an on and off time 4 Point to and select Ru
66. the Channel Up Down buttons to scan through the channels Press the number keys to go directly to a channel e There isan 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 select Sports for example and your guide will show current and upcoming sports programs only Or Movies Or News e There isthe on screen Menu System that allows you to customize your system You can set up your system build channel lists preview coming attractions set soending limits and receive mail from your program providers e There are three types of On line Help to assist you in learning how to use the system Context Sensitive Help at the bottom of most menu screens Help buttons and the System Info menu First Things First Wh at sin the Box The following items come with your digital satellite receiver e Receiver with access card inserted e Remote Control Remote controls vary by model Receiver DS5120RB DS5130RBC DRD502RB DS5230RBC DS5232RB DRD503RBC DRD523RB DS5451RB DRD515RB DS7450RB DRD70O5RB Remote Control Installing Batteriesin the Remote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your remote 1 Remove the cover from the battery compartment 2 Insert batteries as shown in the bat
67. tice Print or type your name and address clearly A complete and correct order will save you days of waiting J ee ee es eS es Name l Street n At l I City l l State Zip l TEEPEE OE AE ee E Please make sure that both sides of this form have been filled out completely e Allow 4 weeks for delivery e All accessories are subject to availability e Prices are subject to change United States and Canada Orders To place your order by phone have your Visa M asterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll free number listed below between 8AM and 10PM EST M onday through Friday or between 9AM and 5PM EST Saturday Use this number only to place on order for accessory items listed on this order form 1 800 338 0376 To place your order by mail detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information money order or check in US currency made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc to the following address Video Accessories PO Box 8419 Ronks PA 17573 A Access card 50 number 14 Accessories 59 All button 22 AlphaSort button 23 Alternative data 44 Attractions Guide 20 34 Audio Language 44 Batteries installing in the remote 5 Buttons 52 C Cancelling purchases 35 Channel banner anatomy 17 icons 17 Channel Guide 20 Channel lists 37 add channels 38 delete channels 38 Connections 8 audio video quality 10 11 12 13 jacks and cables 9 D Da
68. titles Family is one of five Indicates current time and information selectable Profiles Program Guide Family 5 29pm Tue 7 22 97 Apollo 13 PG Tom Hanks Kevin Bacon 1995 Based on the true story of the ill fated 13th Apollo mission bound for the moon It s 1970 and there s tittle interest in this routine flight until that is things ov very wrong and prospects of a Safe return fade Directed by Ron Howard 7Z 22 5 00pm 5 30pm 6 00pm 6 30pm ena Garden Home Fu Buyer s M Showcase 253 E Business Business Money Cl Inside W T Apollo 13 Hollywo HA y Singled Out Top 10 Video Countdo Beavis amp xt 7 S BPE T A SY E E dae a usa Renegade Wings Wings Returns you to Takes you to previous screen the Main menu Help gives you Displays more more information sorting options Sort the guide by Searches guide for Topics Movies or Sports specific information Sorts the current guide Scrolls through ii alphabetically by title the guide Shows all available programs Bringing UptheProgram Guides Besides selecting Program 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 TheMenu System The Mailbox The mailbox shows you messages that are sent or mailed from your program providers For example you
69. ts the woman of his dreams at a friend s wedding and for the first time contemplates the idea of marriage The Purchase Edit screen lets you cancel an upcoming purchase Purchases 35 TheMenu System Spending Limits Use the Spending Limit option to indicate a per event spending limit for pay per view programs 1 Point to Spending Limit and press MENU eSELECT Exit Help User 1 Spending Limit N Y as Edit Family NN User 1 can spend up to 2 Edit User 1 Edit User 2 Edit User 3 Edit User 4 N F 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 Timer s Feature The Timers feature allows you to preset your system to automatically tune to a particular channel at a predetermined time To use the Timers feature select Timers from the Main menu to bring up the Timers screen Select a Timer 1 8 and then use the arrow keys to complete the on screen sentence When the sentence is complete select Run Timer Exit Help se SP Timer 1 is set for you to Timer 2 a channel Cx 888 ESPN from rE z EE Ey E to amp EG starting on Timer 5 on September the E zoth WED Timer 6
70. ur Weddings and a Funeral w View Channel NN Topi Mavied Channel Guide mse t Theme Comedy a Rating PG 13 Buy Program A Start 10 00pm Length Thr 22min TT i w ae Hugh Grant Andie McDowell A confirmed bachelor meets the woman of his dreams at a friend s wedding and for the first time contemplates the idea of marriage The Program Details screen gives you several options You can select e View Channel to tune to that channel e Channel Guide to see a program lineup for that channel e Buy Program to purchase the program e Other Times to see what other times the program is available The program title is automatically entered and sorted in the AlphaSort control panel The options available to you may vary according to the type of program you select You need to connect your phone line to your satellite receiver to be able to order PPV programs using the on screen menus TheMenu System Using theAttractions Guide Purchases Your program providers may offer future programming events not currently listed in your Program guide These events are called coming attractions and can be previewed in the Attractions Guide 1 Press the GUIDE button until the Detail Guide or Grid Guide appears on screen 2 Usethe 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 Exit H
71. vate Matter 7 11 97 5 00pm Playing Dangerous 7 11 97 6 30pm Down Periscope 7 11 97 8 00pm Sword of Gideon 7 11 97 10 00pm Black Sheep 7 11 97 Channel Up Channel Down 11 45pm D aii The Logo Guide Displays channel logos for the current user s profile mi ae S sorm FLIX cinemsi 5 sundance e Le ae j channel f 2 EF i N DAA R al The Attractions Guide Displays a list of channels that show coming attractions and special events information Exit Help p x iam DTV Movies er DirecTICKET DTV Events 5 a M P aaa Channel 100 DTV Previews USSB You can point to any program and tune to that channel or get more information Just press the MENUeSELECT or INFO buttons Exiting A Program Guide There are three ways to exit a guide e Point to a channel and press MENU eSELECT e Point to Exit and press MENU eSELECT e Press CLEAR or GO BACK on the remote Program Guides Sortingthe Guides Sorting the guide is a way of organizing the guide to show only the types of programs that interest you There are several on screen buttons that sort the guide in different ways Program Guide Family 5 29pm Tue 7 22 97 Inside World Politics NR 5 00pm 5 30pm 6 00pm 6 30pm Worldview Moneyline Crossfire Up Close SportsCenter Up Close Garden Home Fu Buyer s M Showcase Renegade Wings Wings Business Business Money CIl In

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