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Abex ....................................................... 1172
Admiral ....................................... 1001, 1173
Adventura .............................................. 1174
Aiko ........................................................ 1016
Akai ......................................................... 1002
Alleron ................................................... 1046
Amtron .................................................. 1038
Anam National .......................... 1003, 1038
AOC 1004, 1005, 1006, 1007, 1175, 1176
Audiovox ............................................... 1038
Belcor ..................................................... 1004
Bell & Howell .................. 1001, 1083, 1162
Bradford ................................................. 1038
Brokwood ............................................. 1004
Candle ................... 1004, 1006, 1008, 1174
Capehart ................................................ 1175
Celebrity ................................................ 1002
Centurion .............................................. 1009
Citizen ................... 1004, 1006, 1008, 1016
..................... 1038, 1105, 1171, 1174, 1177
Clairtone ............................................... 1176
Colortyme .................................. 1004, 1006
Concerto .................................... 1004, 1006
Contec/Cony ....... 1012, 1013, 1014, 1038,
1176
Craig ....................................................... 1038
Crown ......................................... 1038, 1171
Curtis Mathes ................. 1000, 1004, 1006
................................ 1015, 1105, 1162, 1171
CXC ....................................................... 1038
Daewoo ................ 1004, 1005, 1006, 1016
................................ 1017, 1018, 1127, 1171
Daytron ............................ 1004, 1006, 1171
Dimensia ................................................ 1000
Dumont ...................................... 1004, 1151
Dynatech ............................................... 1178
Electroband ................................ 1002, 1176
Electrohome .............................. 1003, 1004
.......................................... 1006, 1019, 1022
Emerson ..... 1004, 1006, 1012, 1014, 1023
.......... 1024, 1025, 1026, 1027, 1028, 1029
.......... 1030, 1031, 1032, 1033, 1034, 1035
.......... 1036, 1037, 1038, 1039, 1041, 1042
.......... 1043, 1044, 1046, 1047, 1123, 1124
.......... 1162, 1171, 1176, 1177, 1179, 1191
Envision ........................................ 1004, 1006
Fisher 1048, 1049, 1050, 1051, 1162, 1180
Fujitso ...................................................... 1046
Funai ............................................. 1038, 1046
Futuretec ................................................ 1038
GE ........................... 1000, 1003, 1004, 1006
...................... 1022, 1052, 1054, 1055, 1087
........... 1164, 1165, 1166, 1167, 1168, 1181
Gibralter ...................................... 1004, 1151
Goldstar ...... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1012, 1019
1056, 1057, 1058, 1155, 1156, 1171, 1172
Grundy .............................. 1038, 1046, 1171
Hallmark ...................................... 1004, 1006
Harvard ................................................... 1038
Hitachi .................... 1004, 1006, 1012, 1013
........... 1059, 1060, 1061, 1135, 1136, 1137
........... 1138, 1139, 1140, 1141, 1142, 1143
........... 1144, 1145, 1146, 1148, 1150, 1179
IMA .......................................................... 1038
Infinity ...................................................... 1062
Janeil ........................................................ 1174
JBL ............................................................ 1062
JCB ........................................................... 1002
JC Penny ..... 1000, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1008
........... 1022, 1052, 1054, 1058, 1063, 1064
1072, 1087, 1105, 1128, 1171, 1172, 1181
Jensen ........................................... 1004, 1006
JVC ............... 1012, 1013, 1054, 1060, 1065
1066, 1067, 1089, 1157, 1158, 1159, 1182
Kawasho ........................... 1002, 1004, 1006
Kaypani .................................................... 1175
Kenwood .......................... 1004, 1006, 1019
Kloss Novabeam .. 1068, 1069, 1174, 1183
KTV ............. 1038, 1070, 1171, 1176, 1177
Loewe ...................................................... 1062
Logik ........................................................ 1083
Luxman ........................................ 1004, 1006
LXI .......................... 1000, 1006, 1049, 1062
...................... 1071, 1072, 1073, 1162, 1181
Magnavox .......................... 1004, 1006, 1008
...................... 1019, 1062, 1068, 1069, 1074
........... 1075, 1076, 1077, 1088, 1089, 1130
........... 1131, 1132, 1133, 1134, 1183, 1184
Majestic ................................................... 1083
Marants ................................................... 1062
Marantz .................. 1004, 1006, 1062, 1078
Megatron ..................................... 1006, 1059
MEI .......................................................... 1176
Memorex ... 1001, 1006, 1082, 1083, 1162
MGA ...................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1019
.................... 1022, 1051, 1079, 1080, 1082
Midland ...... 1054, 1151, 1171, 1172, 1181
Minutz .................................................... 1052
Mitsubishi .. 1004, 1005, 1006, 1019, 1022
1051, 1079, 1080, 1081, 1082, 1083, 1125
Montgomery Ward .............................. 1083
Motorola ..................................... 1003, 1173
MTC 1004, 1005, 1006, 1105, 1176, 1178
Multitech ..................................... 1038, 1178
Multivision ............................................. 1084
NAD ...................... 1006, 1071, 1072, 1185
NEC ............ 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1089
Nikko ........................................... 1006, 1016
NTC ....................................................... 1016
Onwa ...................................................... 1038
Optimus ................................................. 1185
Optonica ..................................... 1095, 1173
Orion ........................................... 1035, 1191
Panasonic .............. 1003, 1054, 1062, 1170
Philco ..................... 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006
..................... 1008, 1012, 1019, 1062, 1068
.......... 1069, 1074, 1075, 1077, 1183, 1184
Philips .................... 1003, 1004, 1008, 1012
..................... 1019, 1062, 1068, 1069, 1074
.......... 1075, 1076, 1086, 1087, 1088, 1089
Pilot .............................................. 1004, 1171
Pioneer ............................. 1004, 1006, 1090
................................ 1091, 1092, 1179, 1185
Portland ..... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1016, 1171
Price Club .............................................. 1105
Prism ...................................................... 1054
PROSCAN ................................. 1000, 1181
Proton ........ 1004, 1006, 1012, 1093, 1175
Pulsar ...................................................... 1151
Pulser ...................................................... 1004
Quasar .................. 1003, 1054, 1070, 1094
Radio Shack/Realistic .... 1000, 1004, 1006
1012, 1038, 1049, 1095, 1162, 1171, 1172
RCA ....................... 1000, 1003, 1004, 1005
.......... 1006, 1007, 1019, 1096, 1098, 1099
.......... 1100, 1101, 1102, 1103, 1129, 1179
.......... 1181, 1187, 1188, 1190, 1198, 1199
Rhapsody ............................................... 1176
Runco ..................................................... 1151
Important--Use These Remote Codes
The codes on this sheet supersede the codes in the user's guide. Please refer to your user's guide for the instructions on how to program the remote using these codes. The remote is
already programmed to operate most PROSCAN, RCA, and GE product.
Sampo .......... 1004, 1006, 1171, 1172, 1175
Samsung ...... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1012, 1015
........... 1019, 1104, 1105, 1106, 1171, 1172
Samsux .................................................... 1171
Sansui ....................................................... 1191
Sanyo ...................... 1004, 1048, 1049, 1050
........... 1080, 1107, 1108, 1162, 1180, 1189
Scotch ...................................................... 1006
Scott .................................. 1004, 1006, 1012
................................. 1024, 1035, 1038, 1046
Sears ............ 1000, 1004, 1006, 1013, 1019
1046, 1048, 1049, 1050, 1051, 1066, 1071
1072, 1109, 1110, 1162, 1180, 1181, 1189
Sharp ........... 1004, 1006, 1012, 1029, 1095
........... 1111, 1112, 1113, 1122, 1171, 1173
Shogun ..................................................... 1004
Signature ........................... 1001, 1083, 1115
Simpson .................................................. 1008
Sonic ........................................................ 1176
Sony ......................................................... 1002
Soundesign . 1004, 1006, 1008, 1038, 1046
Squareview ............................................. 1189
SSS ................................................. 1004, 1038
Starlite ..................................................... 1038
Supre-macy ............................................ 1174
Supreme .................................................. 1002
Sylvania .............................. 1004, 1006, 1008
........... 1019, 1062, 1068, 1069, 1074, 1075
1076, 1077, 1088, 1116, 1161, 1183, 1184
Symphonic ........................ 1033, 1038, 1189
Tandy ....................................................... 1173
Tatung ........................................... 1003, 1178
Technics .................................................. 1054
Techwood ......................... 1004, 1006, 1054
Teknika .............................. 1004, 1005, 1006
........... 1008, 1012, 1013, 1016, 1038, 1046
........... 1076, 1082, 1083, 1105, 1170, 1171
Telecaption ............................................. 1117
TMK .............................................. 1004, 1006
Toshiba ................... 1049, 1071, 1072, 1089
........... 1105, 1109, 1117, 1118, 1160, 1162
Totevision ............................................... 1171
Universal ...................................... 1052, 1087
Victor ........................................... 1066, 1182
Vidtech .............................. 1004, 1005, 1006
Viking ....................................................... 1174
Wards ......... 1000, 1001, 1004, 1005, 1006, CRK76
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Satellite Receivers
Chapparal .................................... 5056, 5057
Drake ........................................... 5058, 5059
GE Satellite Receiver ................ 5000, 5001
General Instuments ........ 5060, 5061, 5062
Panasonic Satellite Receiver ............... 5075
Primestar DBS ....................................... 5076
Proscan Satellite Receiver ....... 5000, 5001
RCA Satellite Receiver ............. 5000, 5001
Realistic ................................................... 5063
Sony Satellite Receiver ........................ 5072
STS1 ......................................................... 5064
STS2 ......................................................... 5065
STS3 ......................................................... 5066
STS4 ......................................................... 5067
Toshiba .................................................... 5068
Toshiba Satellite Receiver ................... 5073
Uniden Satellite Receiver .................... 5069
Audio (RCA/Dimensia only)
AM/FM .................................................... 4003
Aux .......................................................... 4004
Phono ...................................................... 4005
CD ........................................................... 4007
Tape ......................................................... 4006
Laserdisc Players
ProScan ................................................... 2001
RCA ........................................................ 2001
........... 1019, 1024, 1033, 1046, 1052, 1062
........... 1068, 1069, 1074, 1075, 1076, 1083
.......... 1087, 1088, 1095, 1119, 1120, 1184
Yamaha ................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1019
Zenith 1004, 1083, 1151, 1152, 1153, 1154
VCR
Admiral ................................................... 2131
Adventura ............................................... 2026
Aiko ......................................................... 2027
Aiwa .............................................. 2002, 2026
Akai .................................... 2003, 2004, 2005
...................... 2007, 2008, 2111, 2112, 2113
American High ...................................... 2021
Asha ......................................................... 2013
Audio Dynamics ......................... 2009, 2010
Audiovox ................................................ 2014
Bell & Howell ......................................... 2011
Beaumark ............................................... 2013
Broksonic .................................... 2012, 2025
Calix ........................................................ 2014
Candle ............................... 2013, 2014, 2015
................................. 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
Canon ................................ 2021, 2022, 2114
Capehart ...................................... 2020, 2110
Carver ..................................................... 2062
CCE .............................................. 2027, 2061
Citizen ............................... 2013, 2014, 2015
..................... 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2027
Colortyme .............................................. 2009
Colt .......................................................... 2061
Craig ....................... 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061
Curtis-Mathes ...... 2000, 2002, 2009, 2013
........... 2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2115
Cybernex ................................................ 2013
Daewoo ............................ 2015, 2017, 2019
...................... 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2110
Daytron ................................................... 2110
Dbx ............................................... 2009, 2010
Dimensia ................................................. 2000
Dynatech ..................................... 2002, 2026
Electrohome ............................... 2014, 2029
Electrophonic ........................................ 2014
Emerson ................. 2002, 2012, 2014, 2015
........... 2021, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2029, 2030
........... 2032, 2033, 2034, 2035, 2036, 2037
2038, 2039, 2040, 2041, 2042, 2044, 2045
2047, 2065, 2105, 2113, 2116, 2117, 2130
Fisher ................................. 2011, 2023, 2048
...................... 2049, 2050, 2051, 2052, 2118
Fuji ................................................. 2021, 2119
Funai ............................................. 2002, 2026
Garrard ................................................... 2026
GE ...................................... 2000, 2001, 2013
...................... 2021, 2022, 2053, 2115, 2120
Goldstar ...... 2009, 2014, 2018, 2054, 2121
Gradiente ............................................... 2026
Harley Davidson ................................... 2026
Harman Kardon .................................... 2009
Harwood ................................................ 2061
Headquarter .......................................... 2011
Hitachi ............................... 2002, 2055, 2056
...................... 2057, 2107, 2111, 2120, 2122
HI-Q ........................................................ 2023
Instant Replay ........................................ 2021
JCI ............................................................ 2021
JC Penney ......................... 2009, 2010, 2011
....................... 2013, 2014, 2021,2022, 2055
........... 2056, 2058, 2059, 2060, 2107, 2118
Jensen ................................ 2055, 2056, 2111
JVC ..................................... 2009, 2010, 2011
................................. 2018, 2058, 2111, 2123
Kenwood .......................... 2009, 2010, 2011
...................... 2016, 2018, 2058, 2111, 2123
KLH ......................................................... 2061
Kodak ........................................... 2014, 2021
Lloyd ............................................. 2002, 2026
Logik ........................................................ 2061
LXI ........................................................... 2014
Magnavox .......................... 2021, 2022, 2062
................................. 2063, 2104, 2108, 2124
Magnin ..................................................... 2013
Marantz .................. 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016
...................... 2018, 2021, 2058, 2062, 2064
Marta ....................................................... 2014
Masushita ................................................ 2021
MEI ........................................................... 2021
Memorex .............. 2002, 2011, 2013, 2014
...................... 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2131
MGA .................................. 2029, 2065, 2113
MGN Technology .................................. 2013
Midland ................................................... 2053
Minolta .............................. 2055, 2056, 2107
Mitsubishi .............. 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065
...................... 2066, 2067, 2069, 2070, 2071
........... 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106, 2113, 2123
Montgomery Ward .................... 2075, 2131
Motorola ...................................... 2021, 2131
MTC .................................. 2002, 2013, 2026
Multitech ...................................... 2002, 2013
................................. 2016, 2026, 2053, 2061
NEC ................................... 2009, 2010, 2011
................................. 2016, 2018, 2058, 2064
...................... 2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2123
Nikko ....................................................... 2014
Noblex .................................................... 2013
Olympus ................................................. 2021
Optimus ....................................... 2014, 2131
Optonica ................................................. 2096
Orion ..................................................... 2035
Panasonic ................................... 2021, 2022
............................... 2109, 2125, 2126, 2127
Pentax ....... 2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120
Pentex Research ................................. 2018
Philco .................... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063
Philips ................... 2021, 2062, 2096, 2124
Pilot ........................................................ 2014
Pioneer ...... 2010, 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123
Portland ............... 2016, 2017, 2019, 2110
Proscan ...................................... 2000, 2001
Protec .................................................... 2061
Pulsar ..................................................... 2104
Quarter ................................................. 2011
Quartz ................................................... 2011
Quasar ............................ 2021, 2022, 2125
RCA ................................. 2000, 2001, 2003
......... 2013, 2021, 2055, 2056, 2082, 2083
......... 2084, 2085, 2086, 2087, 2088, 2089
......... 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120, 2125
Radioshack/Realistic ................ 2002, 2011
.................... 2013, 2014, 2021, 2022, 2023
......... 2026, 2029, 2049, 2050, 2096, 2131
Radix ...................................................... 2014
Randex .................................................. 2014
Ricoh ..................................................... 2128
Runco .................................................... 2104
Samsung ..................................... 2005, 2013
............................... 2015, 2033, 2053, 2112
Sanky .......................................... 2104, 2131
Sansui .................... 2010, 2092, 2111, 2123
Sanyo ............................... 2011, 2013, 2023
Scott ..................... 2012, 2015, 2025, 2032
.................... 2035, 2038, 2065, 2093, 2116
Sears .......... 2011, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2048
2049, 2050, 2051, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118
Sharp ............................... 2002, 2017, 2029
............................... 2094, 2095, 2096, 2131
Shintom ................ 2004, 2056, 2061, 2098
Shogun ................................................... 2013
Signature .................................... 2002, 2131
Singer ............................... 2021, 2061, 2128
Sony 2002, 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119, 2128
STS .............................................. 2021, 2107
Sylvania ............................ 2002, 2021, 2022
.................... 2026, 2062, 2063, 2065, 2124
Symphonic ................................. 2002, 2026
Tandy .......................................... 2002, 2011
Tashiko .................................................. 2014
Tatung ......................................... 2058, 2111
TEAC ......... 2002, 2026, 2058, 2085, 2111
Technics ..................................... 2021, 2109
Teknika ......................................... 2002, 2014
................................. 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129
TMK ................................... 2013, 2024, 2047
Toshiba .............................. 2015, 2049, 2051
................................. 2055, 2065, 2093, 2116
Totevision .................................... 2013, 2014
Unitech ................................................... 2013
Vector Research... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016
Victor ...................................................... 2010
Video Concepts ......................... 2009, 2010
............................................ 2015, 2016, 2113
Videosonic .............................................. 2013
Wards ..................... 2002, 2013, 2014, 2015
2021, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2055, 2056, 2061
2096, 2101, 2102, 2103, 2107, 2116, 2131
XR-1000 ........................... 2021, 2026, 2061
Yamaha ......................................... 2009, 2010
................................. 2011, 2018, 2058, 2111
Zenith .......... 2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128
Cable Boxes
ABC ................................... 5002, 5003, 5004
................................. 5005, 5006, 5009, 5053
Antronix ...................................... 5008, 5009
Archer .................... 5008, 5009, 5010, 5011
Cabletenna ............................................. 5008
Cableview ............................................... 5008
Century .................................................. 5011
Citizen ..................................................... 5011
Colour Voice ............................... 5012, 5013
Comtronics ................................. 5014, 5015
Contec .................................................... 5016
Eastern .................................................... 5017
Garrard ................................................... 5011
GC Electronics ...................................... 5009
Gemini ............................... 5018, 5019, 5049
General Instrument .............................. 5003
Hamlin ......... 5020, 5021, 5022, 5035, 5045
Hitachi ..................................................... 5003
Hytex ....................................................... 5002
Jasco ......................................................... 5011
Jerrold ............................... 5003, 5005, 5007
...................... 5018, 5023, 5024, 5046, 5053
Magnavox ................................................ 5025
Memorex ................................................ 5026
Movie Time ....................... 5002, 5027, 5028
NSC ................................... 5002, 5027, 5028
Oak .................................... 5002,5016, 5029
Panasonic ..................................... 5048, 5052
Paragon ................................................... 5026
Philips ................................ 5011, 5012, 5013
...................... 5019, 5025, 5030, 5031, 5032
Pioneer ......................................... 5033, 5034
Pulsar ....................................................... 5026
RCA ................................... 5047, 5049, 5052
Realistic ........................................ 5009, 5049
Regal ............................................. 5022, 5035
Regency ................................................... 5017
Rembrandt ............................................. 5003
Runco ...................................................... 5026
Samsung ....................................... 5014, 5034
Scientific Atlanta ... 5006, 5036, 5037, 5038
Signal ............................................. 5014, 5018
Signature ................................................. 5003
SL Marx ................................................... 5014
Sprucer ................................................... 5052
Starcom ............................. 5007, 5018, 5053
Stargate ........................................ 5014, 5018
Starquest ................................................. 5018
Tandy ....................................................... 5040
Teleview .................................................. 5014
Tocom ............................... 5004, 5023, 5041
Toshiba .................................................... 5026
Tusa .......................................................... 5018
TV86 ........................................................ 5027
Unika ................................. 5008, 5009, 5011
United Artists ........................................ 5002
United Cable ......................................... 5053
Universal ................ 5008, 5009, 5010, 5011
Videoway ................................................ 5044
Viewstar ................. 5015, 1025, 5027, 5040
Zenith ................................ 5026, 5050, 5051
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USER’S
GUIDE
Cautions 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.
Your system may be equipped with an RF remote control. The RF remote
control complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: 1) The RF remote may not cause harmful interfer-
ence and; 2) The RF remote must accept any interference recieved, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note to Cable TV Installer: 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 the point of cable entry as practical.
Note to Satellite Dish Installer: 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, which specifies that the satellite dish cable ground shall
be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point
of cable entry as practical.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by
U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights measures. 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 the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust
your receiver. Remove dust from both top and bottom ventilation holes.
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,
Safety Information
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed.
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model
numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the receiver.
Model No. ____________________________________________________
Serial No. ____________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol indicates “dangerous
voltage” inside the product that
presents a risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
WARNING
To reduce risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not
expose this receiver to
rain or moisture.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Table of Contents
1
Setup and Connections ........................................ 3
Step 1: Unpack the System ............................................................. 4
Step 2: Connect Your Receiver to Your TV and Other Devices ..... 4
Things to Know Before Connecting Components .................. 4
Jacks and Cables........................................................................ 5
Back of the Receiver ................................................................. 6
Basic Connection ....................................................................... 7
Advanced Connection .............................................................. 8
Step 3: Connect the VCR Controller ............................................... 9
Locating the VCR’s Infrared Remote Control Sensor .............. 9
Selecting a VCR Type ................................................................ 9
Step 4: Find the Video Input Channel on Your TV ...................... 11
Step 5: Interactive Setup ............................................................... 12
Step 6: Place Batteries in the Remote Control ............................ 12
Step 7: Plug in and Turn on the System ....................................... 12
Step 8: Order Programming ......................................................... 13
Using the Remote ............................................... 15
Remote Control Buttons ............................................................... 16
The Point and Select Method ....................................................... 18
Programming the Remote Control .............................................. 18
TV Codes .................................................................................. 21
VCR Codes ............................................................................... 22
Cable Box Codes...................................................................... 23
Program Guides .................................................. 25
Bringing Up the Program Guides ........................................... 26
Anatomy of a Program Guide ...................................................... 26
The Channel Banner ...................................................................... 27
Using the GUIDE Button ............................................................... 28
Getting Around in the Guides ...................................................... 28
Tuning to a Program ..................................................................... 29
Additional Program Guides .......................................................... 30
Sorting the Guides ........................................................................ 32
The Menu System ............................................... 39
Using the Menu System ................................................................ 40
Back and Help ......................................................................... 40
Menu Descriptions .................................................................. 41
The Program Guide ....................................................................... 42
The Mailbox ................................................................................... 43
How to Tell When You Have Mail .......................................... 43
Checking Your Mail ................................................................. 43
Table of Contents
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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.
Pay-Per-View Programs ................................................................. 44
Purchasing and Previewing .................................................... 44
Tuning to a PPV Program ....................................................... 44
Using the Purchases Menu ..................................................... 47
Reviewing and Canceling an
Upcoming Purchase ................................................................ 47
Spending Limits....................................................................... 48
Timers Feature ............................................................................... 48
Profiles ........................................................................................... 50
Creating a Profile Channel List .............................................. 50
Setting the Ratings Limit ........................................................ 51
Viewing Hours ......................................................................... 52
Setting Up Spending Limits .................................................... 52
Locking a User’s Profile........................................................... 53
Locking the System ................................................................. 53
Unlocking the System ............................................................. 54
Choosing Your Profile ............................................................. 54
Options .......................................................................................... 55
Look and Feel .......................................................................... 56
System Options ....................................................................... 57
Audio Language ..................................................................... 58
Alternate Data ........................................................................ 58
The Dish Pointing Menu Screen ................................................... 59
Using the On-Screen Signal Meter........................................ 60
Home Control ................................................................................ 61
Edit Fetch Menu ............................................................................ 63
Customizing the Fetch Menu ................................................. 63
Customizing the FETCH Button.............................................. 64
Tips & Troubleshooting ...................................... 67
Appendix A: Warranty Information .................. 71
Appendix B: FCC Regulations ............................ 74
Appendix C: Accessories .................................... 75
Index .................................................................... 77
Setup and Connections
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Getting Started
This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first
three sections of the manual introduce you to your satellite
system and show you how to use the on-screen guides and
menus.
In Setup and Connections, you’ll learn:
• different ways to connect the receiver to your TV
• how to connect the VCR controller
• how to order programming
• how to program the remote control
Using the Remote defines the buttons of the remote and how to
program it to control other components.
Program Guides details the items and features associated with
the different guides.
The Rest Of The Manual
The rest of the book includes menu information,
troubleshooting information—such as running a system test—
and an index.
➣
Setup and Connections
1
➣
Program Guides
Using the Remote
➣
The Menu System
4
3
2
➣
Tips & Troubleshooting
5
Setup and Connections
Setup and Connections
4
Step 1: Unpack the System
Make sure to locate the remote control and the VCR controller.
Step 2: Connect Your Receiver to
Your TV and Other Devices
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.
Things to Know Before Connecting
Components
Protect Your Components from Power Surges
• Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the
wall outlet.
• 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
• Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
• Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV’s back panel
instead of straight down the middle after you connect your
components.
• Try not to coil any twin-lead cables; keep them away from the
audio/video cables as much as possible.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to
the Safety sheet packed with your unit.
Protect Your Components from Overheating
• Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange
the components so that air can circulate freely.
• Do not stack components.
• Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a
stand.
• Place an amplifier or receiver on the top shelf of the stand so that
heated air rising from it will not flow around other components.
Receiver
Remote Control VCR Controller
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Jacks and Cables
Below is a description of the jacks and cables you can use to make
connections. Note that not all cables come with your satellite system.
S-Video Jack and Cable
The S-Video jack provides the best picture quality for your satellite
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 jacks
between the receiver and your TV’s antenna input.
VCR Controller Jack and Cable
The VCR controller cable plugs into a jack on the receiver’s back panel.
The other end of the cable affixes to your VCR’s remote sensor.
Audio/Video Jacks
VCR Controller Jack
RF Jack
S-Video Jack
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Back of the Receiver
The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks found on your
receiver. When connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding
OUTPUTS and INPUTS (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc.).
SATELLITE
IN
OUT
TO
TV
RF REMOTE
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
R
L
AUDIO HOME
CONTROL
VCR
CONTROL
IN
FROM
ANT
PHONE JACK
PHONE JACK Use to
connect the receiver
to a phone line. The
system requires a
phone line
connection to
periodically call out
to program
providers.
RF REMOTE If your
system is equipped
with an RF remote,
this jack will be
present. Use it to
connect an optional
RF antenna for RF
remote signals.
Connecting an
antenna extends the
remote’s range.
VCR CONTROL
Allows the receiver
to control your VCR. HOME CONTROL JACK
Allows you to connect the
system to accessories,
such as the Home
Control base module.
S-VIDEO Provides the
best picture quality. If
your TV has S-VIDEO
capability, use this jack
along with the audio/
video jacks to connect
the receiver to your TV.
SATELLITE IN
Use to connect
the receiver to
the satellite
dish antenna.
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.
IN FROM ANT Use to
connect the system to
an off-air antenna or
cable TV signal.
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.
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How to View Your Components
To watch satellite programming with this
connection, tune the TV to either channel 3 or
4. (The default is channel 3.) You may change
the output channel to 4 by choosing Systems
Options from the Main menu and selecting
Output Channel.)
To record satellite programming, tune the
receiver to the desired channel and set your
VCR to record on channel 3 or 4.
To view VCR recordings, tune the TV to the
VCR output channel (usually channel 3 or 4)
and set your VCR to play. If your VCR is a
brand other than RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, you
may need to program the remote to control
the VCR. See the next section, “Using the
Remote.”
Basic Connection
SATELLITE IN
IN
FROM
ANT
OUT
TO
TV
SATELLITE
RECEIVER
VCR
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
IN
CH3
CH4
TV
SATELLITE
DISH
CABLE OR
OFF-AIR ANTENNA
CAUTION
Do not stack electronic components or other
objects on top of the receiver. See Safety
Information, inside front cover.
Setup and Connections
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Advanced Connection
SATELLITE IN
IN
FROM
ANT S-VIDEO
VIDEO
R
L
AUDIO
OUT
TO
TV
SATELLITE
RECEIVER
VCR
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
LR S-VIDEO
VIDEOAUDIO
IN
CH3
CH4
TV
SATELLITE
DISH
CABLE OR
OFF-AIR ANTENNA
How to View Your Components
To watch satellite programming in this
connection, tune the TV to the Video Input
Channel. (To find your TV’s Video Input
Channel, follow Step 3 on the next page). Then
tune the receiver to the desired channel.
To record satellite programming, tune the
receiver to the desired channel. Then set your
VCR to record on channel 3 or 4.
To view VCR recordings, tune the TV to the
VCR Output Channel (usually channel
3 or 4—CH3 or CH4 on the back of the VCR)
and set your VCR to play. If your VCR is a brand
other than RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, you may need
to program the remote to control the VCR. See
the next section, “Using the Remote.”
CAUTION
Do not stack electronic components or other
objects on top of the receiver. See Safety
Information, inside front cover.
Setup and Connections
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Step 3: Connect the VCR Controller
In order for the receiver and VCR to communicate, you need to attach
the VCR Controller to the back of the receiver.
1. Plug the VCR Controller into the VCR CONTROL jack on the back of
the receiver.
2. Affix the other end to the remote sensor on your VCR.
Locating the VCR’s Infrared Remote
Control Sensor
The VCR Controller must be affixed directly over the infrared remote
sensor on your VCR.
Some VCRs have a label that identifies the infrared remote sensor, and
others do not. If the IR sensor is labeled on your VCR, affix the VCR
controller directly over the sensor.
For VCRs that do not label the remote sensor, you need to use the VCR’s
remote to locate the sensor before affixing the VCR controller.
1. Hold the VCR’s remote control so that it is touching the front
of the VCR.
2. Slowly move the remote over the front of the VCR while pressing
the remote power button on and off.
3. When your VCR turns off or on, you have located the sensor.
To test the VCR controller, use a piece of clear tape to temporarily
attach the VCR controller to the spot where you think the sensor is
located, and then follow the steps described under “Selecting a VCR
Type.”
Selecting a VCR Type
You need to tell the receiver which VCR brand you are using.
1. Press MENU on the remote to bring up the Main menu.
2. Point to Options and press OK.
3. Point to System Options and press OK.
4. Point to Set VCR Type and press OK.
REMOTE SENSOR
VCR
Front of VCR
Back of Receiver
SATELLITE IN
OUT
TO
TV
RF REMOTE
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
R
L
AUDIO HOME CONTROL
VCR CONTROL
IN
FROM
ANT PHONE JACK
If the Main menu doesn’t appear when you
press MENU, the remote might not be in
satellite mode. Try pressing the DIRECTV button
on the remote, and then MENU.
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The Set VCR Type screen lets you enter a code for
your VCR.
5. Use the arrows or digit keys to input the correct code for your VCR
brand. The VCR codes are located in the “Using the Remote” section
of this book.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to ensure that you are using the
correct code. If the VCR automatically stops, then you know that the
receiver and the VCR are communicating.
• Some VCR brands may not be capable of being controlled by the
receiver.
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Step 4: Find the Video Input
Channel on Your TV
• Note: You do not have to complete this step if you used the
basic connection.
If you used the advanced connection, you must tune your TV to the
Video Input Channel to see the screens. Since there are so many
brands and models of TVs, there are just as many ways to access a
TV’s Line Input Channel. Below are some things you can try.
• If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, press TV on the remote
that came with your receiver. Then press the WHO•INPUT
button on the remote.
• If your TV brand is not RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, consult your TV
Owner’s Manual.
If you cannot find your TV Owner’s Manual, you will have to
investigate. You might access the TV’s Video Input Channel by:
• pressing a button on the remote
• finding it through the TV’s menu system
• tuning directly to it by pressing a specific channel number
• going through all channels in the list by pressing the channel up
or down buttons on the TV
Below are lists of some of the different ways manufacturers label
the Video Input Channel.
Video Channel Variations
Button/switch
on the TV
VIDEO
SIGNAL
VID 1
VID 2
S-VID
S-VIDEO
Button on the
TV Remote
VID 1
LINE
VID
VIDEO
S-VID
INPUT
SOURCE
AUX
Channel #
00
90
91
92
VID 1
VID 2
Signal Flow
The decision to choose a Line Input Channel or
Video Input Channel should be made with an
understanding of Signal Flow—the way the signal
flows through your components and ends up as
a picture on your TV screen.
To learn more about how signal flow works, see
the example in the “Troubleshooting” section.
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Step 5: 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 pointing coordinates, or run the
signal strength meter, select Dish Pointing from the Main menu.
Step 6: Place Batteries in the
Remote Control
Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the
batteries in your digital satellite receiver’s remote.
1. Remove the cover from the battery compartment.
2. Insert batteries into the battery compartment, matching
the + and – end of each battery.
3. Replace the cover.
STEP 7: Plug in and Turn on the
System
Plug the end into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the
plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug
completely.
To turn on the system, press the DIRECTV button on the remote or
on the ON•OFF button on the front panel. If your TV brand is RCA,
GE, or PROSCAN, press the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV.
If your TV brand is not RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, see the next section,
Using the Remote, for details on how to use the remote to control
your TV.
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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 its 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:
___________________________________
Step 8: Order Programming
After you have installed your system, you should contact your service
provider, DIRECTV or USSB, to receive programming.
Programming with DIRECTV: Call 1-800-347-3288
Programming with USSB: Call 1-800-204-USSB
Using the Remote
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How to use your Universal Remote
This section defines the buttons of the remote and how to
program it to control other components.
The universal remote can be programmed to control most
brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers,
and cable boxes. If you have an RCA, GE, or ProSCAN
component, you probably don’t need to program it at all.
➣
Setup and Connections
1
➣
Program Guides
➣
3
➣
Tips & Troubleshooting
5
Using the Remote
Using the Remote
2
The Menu System
4
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Remote Control Buttons
ON•OFF Turns the device you are controlling on or off. You can also
use the power button on the top of the receiver to turn it on and off.
VCR Tells the remote to control the VCR.
TV Tells the remote to control the TV.
DVD Tells the remote to control the DVD player.
HOUSE ICON Tells the remote to control the home control devices.
LED Light which indicates programming mode when programming the
remote. The LED on the front panel of the receiver flashes when you
have mail.
AUX Tells the remote to control other components, such as a cable
box or laser disc player (on older remotes, this may be labelled “SAT2”).
DIRECTV Tells the remote to control the satellite receiver (on older
remotes, this may be labelled “SAT1”).
MUTE Reduces the TV’s volume to its minimum level. Press again to
restore the volume.
SKIP This key is not used by the receiver.
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. You can also use the CHAN UP/DOWN buttons on the top of the
receiver to change the channel.
VOL UP/DOWN Adjusts the audio volume.
FETCH Either brings up the Fetch menu or tells the receiver to take the
action you programmed it to take.
GO BACK Moves you back and forth between your last two selected
channels. In the menu system, returns you to the previous screen.
GUIDE Brings up the on-screen program guide. Press the GUIDE button
several times to toggle through the different types of guides.
INFO Brings up the on-screen channel banner. Press again to get
program details.
ARROWS Use the navigation arrows to move the on-screen highlight
up, down, left, or right. Using the arrows to highlight a menu item is
also called “pointing.”
OK Selects a highlighted choice if you are already in the menu system.
MENU Displays the Main menu. If you are already in the menu system,
press OK or MENU to select a highlighted choice.
LED
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CLEAR Removes the on-screen displays and returns to normal viewing.
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.
WHO•INPUT Press the WHO button one or more times to toggle
through your user profiles.
ANTENNA Lets you switch the source of the video signal from satellite
signals to an off-air antenna or cable signal when using the OUT TO TV
jack.
TRANSPORT KEYS (REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP,
PAUSE) Use when controlling an auxillary device, such as a VCR or
Laserdisc player. Note that the RECORD button is used to schedule a
timer recording when using the Program Guide.
OFF When in home control mode, turns off the selected device.
DIM When in home control mode, dims the selected device.
BRIGHT When in home control mode, brightens the selected device.
ON When in home control mode, turns on the selected device.
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Programming the Remote Control
The satellite system’s 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.
Testing the Remote
To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed,
turn a device on, such as a VCR, point the remote at the VCR, and press
the VCR button. Then press POWER or CH␣ ^ (channel up) or CH␣ v
(channel down) to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands. If
not, the remote needs to be programmed.
There are two ways to program the remote: automatic or direct entry.
The Point and Select Method
Point and Select is the 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 on-line menus.
1. Point
You point by pressing the arrow keys on the remote. 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.
For example, to point down (that is, to move the highlight toward
the bottom of the screen), press the down arrow. To point right,
press the right arrow.
2. Select
Once you have pointed to an item on the screen, select it by
pressing the OK button on the remote. 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 Back button and press OK. Don’t worry about getting stuck inside a
menu. Pressing the CLEAR button on the
remote takes you out of the menu system
and back to the program you were
watching.
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This remote may not operate all models
of the brands that are shown. Use the
codes shown in this manual, or on the
sheet packed with your remote.
Using Automatic Code Search
The following instructions can be used to program the remote to control
each of the devices connected to your TV. If you want to exit the
automatic code search without programming any of your devices, press
CLEAR until the LED turns off.
1. Turn on the device you want to control (VCR, satellite receiver, etc.)
2. Press and hold the device button you want to program (VCR, AUX,
DIRECTV, etc.). While holding the device button, press and hold
ON•OFF until the red light on the remote turns on, then release
both buttons.
3. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the LED stops
flashing.
At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to
program. If, after 5 seconds, the device you want to control does
not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next
set of codes.
Continue pressing PLAY until the device turns off or you have
searched through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If
the device does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the
remote cannot control that particular device.
If the device you want to control does turn off:
1. Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step
until the device turns back on.
2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the red light on the remote
turns off.
Using Direct Entry
1. Turn on the component to be programmed.
2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the
code list on the last page of this section, Using the Remote.
3. Press and hold the button on the remote you want to program.
4. Enter the code from the code list.
5. Release the button, and then press ON•OFF to see if the component
responds to the remote commands. If it doesn’t, try pressing the
component button and then ON•OFF again.
6. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed
for your brand, until the component responds to the remote
commands.
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Using the Remote to Control a Device
Once the remote has been programmed successfully, you are ready to
use it to control your devices.
To operate the device:
1. Press the device button (TV, VCR, DIRECTV, DVD, or AUX) to set the
remote to control the device.
2. Press ON•OFF to turn the device on or off.
3. Use the remote buttons that apply to that device.
Modes of Operation
Because this universal remote can control several different components
(DVD player, VCR, Cable Box, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by
the component buttons. For example, if you want the remote to control
the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode
before you could control the TV.
Using the Remote to Control a Second
Receiver
The remote can control two receivers. From the Main menu, select
Options, then System Options, then Remote Setup. Have the AUX button
control the second receiver, while the first receiver is controlled by the
DIRECTV button.
Changing the RF Remote Code
If your system is equipped with an RF remote, the remote can control
the receiver using both IR (Infrared) signals and RF (radio frequency)
signals. IR signals require line-of-sight to the receiver’s front panel
remote sensor. RF signals can control the receiver from other parts of
your house–even through walls.
Occasionally, due to interference or other RF devices, you may need to
change the remote and receiver RF code. Change the code in the System
Options menu.
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TV Codes
Laserdisc/DVD Player Codes
RCA ....................................... 033, 037
RCA (DVD Player) ......................... 078
Pioneer .................................. 033,033
PROSCAN ................................... 033,037
A-Mark.......................................... 102
Admiral ................................. 005, 114
Akai....................................... 002, 103
Amtron ......................................... 064
Anam ..................................... 104,105
Anam National ..................... 038, 106
AOC............... 011, 019, 027, 088, 107
Bell & Howell........................ 005, 013
Candle........................... 011, 027, 033
Citizen................... 011, 027, 033, 064
Colortyme ..................... 011, 027, 084
Concerto ............................... 011, 027
Contec/Cony . 036, 037, 040, 042, 064
Craig ............................................. 064
Curtis Mathes 000, 011, 015, 027, 037
CXC ............................................... 064
Daewoo ........ 011, 019, 027, 112, 116
Daytron................................. 011, 027
Dimensia ....................................... 000
Electrohome ........ 006, 011, 014, 027,
...................................... 038, 061, 068
Emerson ...... 011, 026, 027, 028, 029,
.............. 030, 031, 032, 037,042, 053,
............. 064, 065, 067, 075, 076, 078,
.............................. 079, 094, 095, 096
Envision ................................ 011, 027
Fisher .................... 017, 021, 039, 041
Funai ............................................. 064
GE......... 000, 008, 009, 011, 012, 027,
.............. 038, 068, 086, 089, 091,116
Goldstar ....... 003, 004, 006, 011, 019,
...................................... 027, 037, 050
Hallmark ............................... 011, 027
Hitachi ......... 009, 011, 027, 036, 037,
............................. 040, 047, 048, 063,
.............................. 080, 094, 097, 098
Infinity .......................................... 013
JBL ................................................. 013
Jensen ................................... 011, 027
JVC ....................... 012, 024, 036, 037,
.............................. 040, 048, 051, 074
Kawasho ....................... 002, 011, 027
Kenwood .............. 006, 011, 014, 027
Kloss Novabeam ................... 035, 043
KTV ............................................... 078
Loewe ........................................... 013
Luxman ................................. 011, 027
LXI ......... 000, 013, 018, 021, 023, 054
Magnavox.... 006, 007, 010, 011, 013,
...................... 016, 027, 033,035, 043,
.............................. 049, 066, 087, 089
Marants ........................................ 013
Marantz ................ 011, 013, 027, 069
Memorex ...................................... 005
MGA............. 006, 011, 014, 019, 022,
...................... 027, 041, 056, 061, 068
Mitsubishi .... 006, 011, 014, 019, 022,
.............................. 027, 041,055, 056,
.............................. 061, 068, 108, 117
MTC............................... 011, 019, 027
Multivision.................................... 081
NAD ...................................... 018, 023
NEC ....... 011, 014, 019, 027, 038, 084
Panasonic...... 012, 013, 038, 086, 111
Penney . 000, 008, 011, 019, 027, 040,
.............................. 068, 077, 086, 088
Philco ... 006, 007, 010, 011, 013, 016,
.............. 019, 027,033, 035, 037, 038,
...................................... 043, 087, 089
Philips .......... 002, 006, 007, 010, 011,
...................... 013, 016, 033,035, 037,
.............................. 038, 043, 066, 073
Pioneer . 011, 027, 045, 062, 093, 113
Portland ................ 011, 019, 027, 037
PROSCAN .......................................... 000
Proton ........... 011, 027, 037, 072, 118
Quasar .................. 012, 038, 092, 111
Radio Shack ......... 000, 021, 025, 036,
.............................. 037, 059, 064, 078
RCA ...... 000, 006, 011, 019, 027, 034,
...... 038, 044, 046, 088, 100, 101, 109
Realistic......................................... 021
Sampo ................................... 011, 027
Samsung .............. 006, 011, 014, 015,
................ 019, 027,036, 037, 077,110
Sanyo .... 017, 021, 039, 056, 057, 058
Scott .............................. 028, 037, 064
Sears..... 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
Signature ...................... 005, 094, 108
Sony .............................................. 002
Soundesign ................... 011, 027, 033
Sylvania........ 006, 007, 010, 011, 013,
..................... 016, 027, 033, 035, 043,
.............................. 049, 066, 087, 089
Symphonic .................... 064, 076, 115
Tatung .......................................... 038
Technics ........................................ 012
Techwood ............................. 011, 027
Teknika ................ 011, 019, 027, 033,
.............................. 036, 037, 040, 066
Telecaption ................................... 090
TMK ...................................... 011, 027
Toshiba ................ 018, 021, 023, 040,
.............................. 071, 077, 085, 090
Universal ............................... 008, 009
Victor ............................................ 051
Vidtech ................................. 019, 027
Wards........... 000, 005, 006, 007, 008,
...................... 009, 010, 011, 013,019,
...................... 025, 027, 028,035, 043,
...................... 059, 066, 076, 082, 089
Yamaha ................. 006, 014, 019, 027
Zenith ........................... 001, 099, 114
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VCR Codes
Admiral ................................. 006, 079
Aiwa.............................................. 015
Akai....... 003, 017, 022, 023, 063, 066
Audio Dynamics ................... 014, 016
Bell & Howell................................ 002
Broksonic ...................................... 010
Candle.................. 007, 009, 013, 044,
...................................... 045, 046, 052
Canon ................................... 008, 053
Capehart ....................................... 001
Citizen.................. 007, 009, 013, 044,
...................................... 045, 046, 052
Colortyme ..................................... 014
Craig ..................................... 007, 012
Curtis Mathes ...... 000, 007, 008, 014,
.............. 015, 044, 046, 053, 064, 067
Daewoo ................ 013, 045, 052, 076
dbx ........................................ 014, 016
Dimensia ....................................... 000
Dynatech ...................................... 015
Electrohome ................................. 027
Emerson ....... 008, 009, 010, 013, 015,
..... 020, 023, 027, 034, 041, 042, 047,
...... 049, 057, 062, 065, 067, 068, 070
Fisher ................... 002, 012, 018, 019,
...................................... 043, 048, 058
Funai ............................................. 015
GE.......... 000, 007, 008, 032, 037, 053
Goldstar ................ 009, 014, 046, 060
Harman Kardon ........................... 014
Hitachi .................. 005, 015, 035, 036
Instant Replay .............................. 008
JCL ................................................. 008
JC Penney .... 002, 005, 007, 008, 014,
...................... 016, 030, 035, 051, 053
JVC ........ 002, 014, 016, 030, 046, 074
Kenwood ..................... 002, 014, 016,
...................................... 030, 044, 046
KLH ............................................... 073
Lloyd ............................................. 015
Logik ............................................. 031
Magnavox............. 008, 029, 053, 056
Marantz ....... 002, 008, 014, 016, 029,
.............................. 030, 044, 046, 061
Marta ............................................ 009
MEI ................................................ 008
Memorex .............. 008, 009, 012, 015
MGA...................................... 004, 027
Midland ........................................ 032
Minolta ................................. 005, 035
Mitsubishi ..... 004, 005, 027, 035, 040
Montgomery Ward ...................... 006
MTC....................................... 007, 015
Multitech .............. 007, 015, 031, 032
NEC .............. 002, 014, 016, 030, 044,
.............................. 046, 059, 061, 064
Panasonic.............. 008, 053, 075, 077
Pentax ........................... 005, 035, 044
Pentex Research + ........................ 046
Philco .................... 008, 029, 053, 056
Philips ................................... 008, 029
Pioneer ......................... 005, 016, 050
Portland ........................ 044, 045, 052
PROSCAN .......................................... 000
Quartz........................................... 002
Quasar .................................. 008, 053
RCA ...................... 000, 005, 007, 008,
...................... 028, 035, 037, 054, 069
Radio Shack/Realistic .. 002, 006, 008,
....... 009, 012,015, 019, 027, 043, 053
Samsung ....... 007, 013, 022, 032, 042
Sansui.................................... 016, 071
Sanyo .................................... 002, 012
Scott .............. 004, 013, 041, 049, 068
Sears..................... 002, 005, 009, 012,
...................... 018, 019, 035, 043, 048
Sharp............. 006, 024, 027, 039, 045
Shintom ................ 017, 026, 031, 055
Signature ...................................... 015
Sony .............................. 017, 026, 038
Sylvania......... 008, 015, 029, 053, 056
Symphonic .................................... 015
Tandy .................................... 002, 015
Tashiko .......................................... 009
Tatung .......................................... 030
Teac ............................... 015, 030, 069
Technics ........................................ 008
Teknika ................. 008, 009, 015, 021
Toshiba ......... 005, 013, 019, 048, 049
Totevision ............................. 007, 009
TMK .............................................. 067
Unitech ......................................... 007
Vector Research ........... 014, 016, 044
Victor ............................................ 016
Video Concepts ............ 014, 016, 044
Videosonic .................................... 007
Wards... 005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 012,
.............. 013, 015, 025, 027, 031, 035
Yamaha ......... 002, 014, 016, 030, 046
Zenith ........... 011, 017, 026, 072, 079
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Cable Box Codes
ABC ....................... 022, 046, 053, 054
Anvision ................................ 007, 008
Cablestar............................... 007, 008
Diamond ....................................... 056
Eagle ..................................... 007, 008
Eastern Int. ................................... 002
General Instument ....................... 046
GI 400................... 004, 005, 015, 023,
.............................. 024, 025, 030, 036
Hamlin .......... 003, 012, 013, 034, 048
Hitachi .......................... 037, 043, 046
Jerrold... 004, 005, 015, 023,024, 025,
..... 030, 036, 045, 046, 047, 062, 065
Macom .................................. 037, 043
Magnavox............ 007, 008, 019, 021,
...... 026, 028, 029, 032, 033, 040, 041
NSC................................................ 009
Oak ............................... 001, 016, 038
Oak Sigma .................................... 016
Panasonic.............. 003, 027, 039, 061
Philips .................. 007, 008, 019, 021,
...... 026, 028, 029, 032, 033, 040, 041
Pioneer ......................... 018, 020, 044
RCA ....................................... 000, 027
RCA (Satellite Reciever) ............... 066
Randtek ................................ 007, 008
Regal ............................. 003, 012, 013
Regency ................................ 002, 033
Samsung ....................................... 044
Sci. Atlanta ... 003, 022, 035, 063, 064
Signature ...................................... 046
Sony (Satellite Receiver) .............. 095
Sprucer.......................................... 027
Starcom......................................... 046
Stargate 2000 ............................... 058
Sylvania................................. 011, 059
Teknika ......................................... 006
Texscan ......................... 010, 011, 059
Tocom ........... 017, 021, 049, 050, 055
Unika ............................ 031, 032, 041
Universal ....................... 051, 052, 060
Viewstar............... 007, 008, 019, 021,
...... 026, 028, 029, 032, 033, 040, 041
Warner Amex ............................... 044
Zenith ................... 014, 042, 057, 061
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What is a Program Guide?
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 remember the
Point and Select rule. Point to items on the screen by pressing
the arrow keys on the remote or front panel. Then, press OK to
tune to that program.
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Anatomy of a Program Guide
The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in
the program guides.
Bringing Up the Program Guides
You can access the program guides by pressing MENU on the remote and
selecting Program Guide, or by using the GUIDE button on the remote.
“Family” is one of five
selectable Profiles
Program titles
and information
Returns you to
previous screen
Help gives you
more information
Sort the guide by:
Topics, Movies, or Sports
Sorts the current guide
alphabetically by title
Searches guide for
specific information
Displays more
sorting options
Takes you to
the Main menu
Scrolls through
the guide
Shows all available programs
Indicates current time
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The Channel Banner
The channel banner appears whenever you tune to a channel, exit a
guide, or press INFO on the remote. Use the arrow buttons and OK to
choose an item.
On-screen icons represent frequently-used menu items. Some icons also
change appearance to show the item’s status. Some of the items you
select in the guides can also be selected in the channel banner.
Main menu icon When selected, will take you to the Main menu.
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.
Yellow Unlock icon with a “P” A password has been entered to
override limits for the current program. After the program ends, limits are
restored.
Red Lock icon No limits can be accessed or changed. A password is
required to override limits or access the system.
AlphaSort icon When selected, allows you to sort program titles
alphabetically.
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 appearence
depending on how the Home Control jack on the back panel is used.
Alternate Audio icon When selected, cycles through the alternate
audio choices.
“Family” is one of five
selectable Profiles
Program titles
and information
Takes you to
the Main menu
Locks and unlocks
the system Use Home Control
or Data Port
Read mail from
program providers
Searches guide for
specific information
Sorts the guide
alphabetically by title
Cycles through the
Alternate Audio choices
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Using the GUIDE Button
Each press of the GUIDE button takes you to an alternate type of program
guide.
The Grid Guide
The Grid Guide shows seven channels in a time-and-channel format. with
the full title of the highlighted program at the top of the guide.
The Detail Guide
The Detail Guide shows five channels in a time-and-channel format, with
program information for the highlighted program at the top of the guide.
The SurfGuide
The SurfGuide displays seven channels in a half-hour time-and-channel
format. Pressing the right arrow button extends the SurfGuide up to two
hours, in half-hour increments.
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 CHAN UP/DOWN buttons on the remote control. The highlight scrolls
a page at a time.
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.
Detail Guide
Grid Guide
SurfGuide
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Tuning to a Program
To tune directly to a current program listed in the guide, point to the
program and press OK.
To see information about a program in the guide, press INFO.
The Program Details screen appears and gives
you several options.
Then, you can select:
•View Channel to tune to that channel
•Buy Program to purchase the program
•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.
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Exiting A Program Guide
There are three ways to exit a guide:
• Point to a channel and press OK.
• Point to Back and press OK.
• Press CLEAR or GO BACK on the
remote.
You can point to any program, then tune to
that channel or get more information by
pressing the OK or INFO buttons.
Other Guides button
Additional 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.
The Channel Guide
Displays a channel’s programming schedule in a channel-by-channel
format.
The Logo Guide
Displays channel logos for the current user’s profile.
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The Attractions Guide
Displays a list of channels that show coming attractions and special
events information.
The Other Guides button also 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 and OK buttons to choose the
Guide Data group.
Guide Data lets you see what’s on in the
future.
Other Guides button
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Then, select PPV in the Channel Groups category.
Channel Groups is another way to sort types of
programming.
Select Back, 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.
Sorting the 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.
The Sorting buttons appear at the bottom of the
Grid Guide and Detail Guide.
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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.
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.
Movies
Select the Movies button to list movies only. After selecting Movies, the
Movies button changes to a Movies Themes button.
Select the Movies Themes button to sort the guide to list specific types of
movies, such as comedies or musicals.
Select a Movies Themes that interests you.
Topics Themes button
Topics button
Movies button
Movies Themes button
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Sports button
Sports Themes button
Sports
Select the Sports button to list sporting events only. After selecting Sports,
the Sports button changes to a Sports Themes button.
Select the Sports Themes button to sort the guide to list specific types of
sports, such as basketball or soccer.
Select a Sports Theme that interests you.
All
The All button resets the guide to show all available topics, channels and
listings for the current Profile.
AlphaSort
AlphaSort lists in alphabetical order all the program titles in the current
guide. Select the AlphaSort button to search for specific program titles that
are in the current program guide. Use the arrow button to highlight a
character, then press OK.
For example, to search for the program, Auto Racing, the first letter you
should point to and select 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.
All button
AlphaSort button
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AlphaSort searches for specific titles in the
guide.
Continue entering the specific title’s letters until it appears in the
AlphaSort list. If you enter the wrong letter, select either Backspace or
Clear All.
Use the arrow buttons to highlight the title you are looking for. Press the
OK 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.
Scout
The Scout button lets you assign “Scouts” to search the guide for very
specific program information, such as actors’ names or program
descriptions. Select the Scout button from the Program Guide to view the
available scouts.
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.”
Scout button
A checkmark next to the Scout means it is in
use. A highlighted binocular icon means the
Scout has found something.
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Select Enter Text to set up a Scout.
If “NBA” appears within a program title or program description, the
program will be included in the Scout Results program list.
The Scout 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 button.
Scouts look for specific program information.
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The Other Buttons
Back
Exits the guide and returns you to normal viewing on the current
channel. Press OK to continue.
Help
Brings up additional information about the guide. Press OK to
continue.
Down Arrow
The arrow button allows you to scroll down through other channels in
the guide. Point to the down arrow, and then press OK to scroll down
through the program guide.
The Main menu
Brings up the system Main menu. Press OK to continue.
Help button
Arrow button
Back button
Main menu button
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What’s a Menu?
The on-screen menu is a list of choices, just like a menu in a
restaurant. And, just as a 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.
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Using the Menu System
To bring up the Main menu, press MENU on the remote.
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 OK to select it.
Back and Help
There are Back and Help buttons at the top of most screens. Point to Back
and press OK to leave that screen. Point to Help to see more information
about that screen.
Exiting a Screen
There are three ways to exit a menu:
• Point to Back and press OK.
• Press the CLEAR button on the remote control. The on-screen
displays clear from the screen and you return to TV viewing.
• Press the GO BACK button on the remote. You return to the
previous on-screen display or normal programming.
Using Help
All menus have a Help button. For example, selecting the Help button
from the Main menu shows you information about using the Main menu
screen.
The rest of the Help buttons in the menu system bring up helpful
information explaining one aspect of that menu.
Use the MENU button to bring up the Main
menu, then use Point and Select to choose a
menu option.
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.
If the Main menu doesn’t appear when
you press MENU, the remote might not be
in satellite mode. Try pressing the
DIRECTV button on the remote, and then
OK.
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Menu Descriptions
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
Shows the on-screen programming schedules.
Mailbox
Use to read mail messages from your program providers.
Purchases
Use to review or cancel upcoming purchases, and to review
past purchases.
Timers
Allows you to schedule the satellite receiver to tune to a specific channel
at a specific time.
Profiles
Allows you to set ratings limits, spending 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 Be Afraid to Explore
Once you’ve learned the basics, feel free to poke around the menu
system—exploring is the 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 system viewing.
Don’t Forget About the CLEAR
Button
Press the CLEAR button on the remote to
remove the on-screen menus and return
to normal viewing.
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The Program Guide
Selecting Program Guide brings up your default program guide: the
Detail Guide, the Grid Guide, or the SurfGuide.
Anatomy of a Program Guide
The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in
the Detail Guide and the Grid Guide.
Bringing Up the Program Guides
Besides selecting Program Guide in the Main menu, you can press the
GUIDE button on the remote.
Want More Information?
Read the section in this book called
Program Guides for all the details.
Displays more
sorting options
“Family” is one of five
selectable Profiles
Program titles
and information
Returns you to
previous screen
Help gives you
more information
Sort the guide by:
Topics, Movies, or Sports
Sorts the current guide
alphabetically by title
Searches guide for
specific information
Takes you to
the Main menu
Scrolls through
the guide
Shows all available programs
Indicates current time
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The Mailbox
The mailbox shows you messages that are sent—or “mailed”—from your
program providers. For example, you 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.
• If the receiver is turned on, the mail icon in the channel banner is
highlighted.
• 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 OK. The message is opened for you to
read.
Mail provides the latest information from program
providers.
2. Press OK again to close the letter.
After you read a message and want to erase it, point to Erase
Message and press OK. When you exit the display screen, messages
not erased are saved in memory.
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Pay-Per-View Programs
Pay-Per-View programs (PPV) are programs that you purchase—like a
movie ticket—on an event-by-event basis. For instance, a channel with
Pay-Per-View might run nothing but previews for movies. After
previewing the movie, you can purchase it or find out more details
about it. PPV programs are labelled “PPV” in the program guide.
Purchasing and Previewing
There are several ways to purchase and preview PPV movies and events:
• Tune to a PPV program’s channel. Program providers may offer on-
screen purchase instructions, usually as the PPV program begins.
• Choose a PPV program from the program guide.
• Preview a coming attraction by selecting a channel from the
Attractions Guide.
Tuning to a PPV Program
When you use the channel buttons or digits on the remote to tune to a
Pay-Per-View channel, you need to press the INFO button to bring up
the Program Details screen in order to purchase a program.
Use the program guide to get to the Program Details screen.
Follow the on-screen instructions to purchase the selected program.
You may need to enter your four-digit
password to order a PPV program if it
costs more than the spending limit you
set up in the Profiles menu.
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Using the Program Guide for PPV
Programs
Another way to get to the Program Details screen is by using the
program guide. Highlight the program name in the program guide and
press INFO.
The Program Details screen gives you several options.
You can select:
•View Channel to tune to that channel
•Channel Guide to see a program lineup for that channel
•Buy Program to purchase the program
•Buy and Record to purchase and record the program. Once you
specify the time, the one-touch record function places the program
in the timers and automatically records it for you.
•Other Times to see what other times the program is available. The
program title is automatically entered and sorted in the AlphaSort
control panel. If no other times are available, this option does not
appear.
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.
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Using the Attractions Guide
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 on the remote until the Detail Guide or Grid
Guide appears on-screen.
2. Use the down arrow button to move the highlight to the bottom of
the screen.
3. Point to and select the Other Guides button.
4. Point to and select the Attractions Guide.
The Other Guides menu provides several guide formats.
5. Point to a channel and select it.
The Attractions Guide is accessed through the Other
Guides menu.
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Using the Purchases Menu
The Purchases menu allows you to review upcoming and past purchases.
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.
• Note that the Past Purchases list might not be updated until the end
of the billing cycle, and therefore may show purchases for which you
have already paid.
Reviewing and Canceling an
Upcoming Purchase
Use Point and Select to choose an upcoming purchase from the Future
Purchases screen. You can review the program description, as well as
cancel an upcoming purchase.
The Purchase Edit screen lets you cancel an
upcoming purchase.
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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 OK.
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.
Timers 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.
Complete the on-screen sentence to set up a timer.
Important!
Spending limits are in effect only when the
system is locked. See the “Locking the System”
section for details.
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On-screen icons are an easy way to understand
the timers:
indicates that the timer is set.
indicates that 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:
• Use the arrows keys to edit the Timer,
then select Run Timer.
• Select Clear Timer to cancel the timer.
• To watch the program daily or weekly,
edit that program’s timer.
Setting Up Timer Recordings
The Timers feature allows you to set up timer recordings when you
connect the VCR Controller to your satellite receiver, and tell the
receiver what type of VCR you are using.
Recording with Timer
If you choose Record instead of Watch when setting the Timer (and have
set up your VCR as previously discussed), the Timer will toggle on your
VCR, then start and stop recording a program.
To record with timers:
• Your VCR must be preset to the satellite system output channel (RF
or Line).
• Your VCR must be OFF at the time the program is to start recording.
Schedule a Timer with the RECORD Button
You can schedule a recording directly from the guide.
1. With a program highlighted, press the RECORD button on the
remote. The Program Details appears on-screen.
2. To schedule a timer to record, select:
•Record Program to set a timer to record the program.
•Buy and Record to purchase the program and set up a timer to
record the program. (Some Buy and Record programs may have a
different purchase price.)
The options available to you may vary according to the type of program
you select.
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Profiles
When you select Profiles from the Main menu, the first screen you see is
the Master Edit 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 WHO button on the remote control.
You can personalize the profile by entering a name.
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 a Profile Channel List
1. Point to and select a user.
2. Point to Edit Channels and press OK.
To start, you can add or delete all channels.
3. Use the arrow keys to point to a channel, and press OK to remove
(or replace) the check mark. Checkmarked items appear in the
channel list.
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Add or Delete All Channels
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 ratings viewing
limit for rated movies (based on the MPAA ratings system), as long as the
program provider has transmitted the proper code.
• Note that the ratings limit cannot be enforced if a program has not
been rated, if rating information for that program is not
transmitted by the program provider, or if the system has not been
locked.
1. Point to Set Rating Limit and press OK.
Use the arrow keys to move the selector up and
down.
2. Use the up and down arrows to 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.
Important!
You need to lock the system in order for
rating limits, channel limits, viewing
hours, and spending limits to go into
effect.
After you lock the system, you need to
enter the system password to edit the
limits. See “Locking the System” for
details.
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Viewing Hours
Use the Viewing Hours option to limit the total amount of time, as
well as the time of day, that a user can watch programming.
1. Point to Viewing Hours, and press OK.
You can limit viewing seven days a week.
2. Use the digits on the remote or point to the + or – and press OK
to complete the on-screen sentence. Choose the days to view,
how many hours can be viewed each day (0-24 hours), and the
time of day that 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 OK.
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.
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Locking a 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 or she can view programs using that profile. Profile passwords do not
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 OK.
Each user can have a password.
2. Use the arrow or digit keys to select each number of the password.
Locking the System
You can lock the system in order to put the ratings, spending, viewing,
and channel limits you have set up into effect . 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 OK.
Locking the system protects the limits you set up.
2. Use the arrows or the digit buttons to enter a four-digit
system password.
3. Enter the password a second time to confirm it.
In order for the changes to take effect, you must exit out of the menu
system.
After the system has been locked, you
must enter the correct password in order
to access the Edit Users control panel.
Don’t Forget Your Password
If you forget a USER password, you need
to unlock the system and then assign a
new user password.
If you forget the SYSTEM password,
contact your program provider’s
authorization center.
The Lock/Unlock icons in the channel
banner provide an easy way to lock or
unlock the system. Just press INFO and
select the icon to change the lock 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.
Yellow Unlock icon with a “P” A password
has been entered to override limits for the
current program. After the program ends,
limits are restored.
Red Lock icon No limits can be accessed or
changed. A password is required to
override limits or access the system.
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Unlocking the System
When the system is unlocked, the channel, spending, viewing, and ratings
limits that you set are no longer in effect. To unlock:
1. Point to Unlock System in the Profiles menu and press OK.
2. Point to Yes and press OK to confirm that you want to unlock the
system.
When you attempt to access a channel that is blocked by one or more
limits (and the system is locked), you will be asked to unlock the system by
entering the four-digit system password.
If you enter the password to override a 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. If you
want to re-lock the system without turning off the receiver, you can select
the lock icon in the channel banner.
Program Unlock
If the system is locked and you want to access a blocked program
without unlocking all settings, press INFO and highlight the Lock icon in
the channel banner. Make sure to check the box beside “Unlock this
program only,” and enter the system password. This program is no longer
blocked, but all other settings remain in effect.
Choosing Your Profile
Each time you turn on the receiver, the Family profile is selected by
default. To select a different profile:
1. Press the WHO•INPUT button to scroll through the profiles.
The WHO•INPUT button toggles through the profiles.
2. When your profile appears, enter your four-digit personal password
to activate your profile.
3. If the profile is not password protected, you can just press OK to
activate it.
The channel, spending, ratings and viewing limits associated with the
chosen profile will be active only when the system is locked.
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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.
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.
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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 specific parts of
the satellite system.
Program Guide shows a screen-by-screen overview of the Program
Guide features.
Menu System shows a screen-by-screen overview of the satellite system
menus.
Remote Control shows a descriptive list of the remote control buttons.
Front Panel shows a list of the receiver’s front panel features. Point to
an item to see a brief description.
Back Panel shows a list of the receiver’s back panel features. Point to an
item to see a brief description.
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 the SurfGuide.
Color Scheme lets you pick which colors appear in the guide and menu
systems.
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 select which graphics are displayed and also lets you
select the animation time-out.
Edit Fetch lets you combine your favorite menu items onto one menu,
or assign one function to the Fetch button on the remote. (See the
section “Edit Fetch Menu” for details.)
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System Options
System Test The System Test display screen is accessed through the
Options menu, and allows you to initiate diagnostic procedures on the
digital satellite system. You should use this feature to get your Access
Card number, or when your receiver doesn’t seem to be working
correctly.
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.
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 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. The Access Card fits into the receiver through the front
panel.
Because your specific account information is stored in the Access Card,
power failures should have no effect on your satellite system.
Set VCR Type To use the VCR controller feature, you need to tell the
receiver which VCR brand you are using.
1. Use the arrows or digit keys to input the correct code for your VCR
brand. The VCR codes are located in the Remote Control section.
2. Follow the on-screen instructions to ensure that you are using the
correct code. If the VCR automatically stops tape play, then you
know that the receiver and the VCR are communicating.
• Some VCR brands may not be capable of being controlled by the
receiver.
Remote Setup Lets you choose which remote butoon will control the
satellite system if you are using a universal remote that did not come with
the system.
RF Remote Setup (If Available) If your system is equipped with an RF
remote, the remote can control the receiver using both IR (Infrared)
signals and RF (radio frequency) signals. IR signals require line of sight to
the receiver’s front panel remote sensor. RF signals can control the
receiver from other parts of your house–even through walls.
Occasionally, due to interference or other RF devices, you may need to
change the remote and receiver RF code. To change the code, follow the
on-screen instructions.
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Output Channel Lets you choose on which channel to view satellite
programming, either channel 3 or channel 4.
Picture Size The Picture size display screen allows you to choose
between a standard TV screen and a Cinema option. A standard TV
screen has an aspect ratio of 4:3; the Cinema option has an aspect ratio
of 16:9.
Data Port Lets you choose whether the Home Control jack 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 OK. The
satellite system will then automatically set the audio program to the
selected audio program type or language, when available.
To change the audio:
• Point to Audio Language on the Options menu and press OK to set
the default Audio Language.
Alternate Data
Selects from among the available data on the current channel.
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The Dish Pointing Menu Screen
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 MENU on the remote to bring up the Main menu.
4. Use the arrows to highlight Dish Pointing, then press OK to access
the dish pointing screen.
NOTE: The menu screen that you see may be slightly different from
the one pictured here.
5. Use the arrows on the remote or the front panel to highlight Zip
Code, then press OK.
6. Enter the Zip Code for the dish installation location.
7. Record the elevation and azimuth numbers below.
Elevation _____________ Azimuth ___________
Elevation is the up/
down angle that the
dish is pointed.
Azimuth is the side-
to-side direction
that the dish is
pointed. You only need to use one of the available
methods to find your dish pointing
coordinates. If you know the zip code for the
dish installation location, use that.
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Using the On-Screen Signal Meter
The signal strength meter is used to determine whether or not you are
receiving the satellite signal; 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 MENU on the remote to bring up the Main menu.
4. Use the arrows to highlight Dish Pointing, then press OK to access
the dish pointing screen.
5. Use the arrows on the remote to highlight Signal Meter, then press
OK.
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
Installation Guide and follow the instructions on adjusting the dish
elevation and azimuth.
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
signal strengths 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”).
Peak Signal
The “Peak Signal” indicates the highest
signal strength you have obtained, which
is not necessarily the highest possible
signal.
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Home Control
Home Control lets you remotely control several lamps and devices
through your receiver.
Home Control Setup
The Home Control Data Interface connects to the HOME CONTROL jack
on the back of the receiver. Once connected, you must tell the receiver
to use this jack for Home Control.
1. Press OK to bring up the Main menu.
2. Point to and select Options.
3. Point to and select System Options.
4. Point to and select Data Port and choose Home Control as the
default setting.
Device Setup
1. From the Main menu select Home Control.
Home Control can control several devices.
2. Select a device you would like to control.
3. Complete the on-screen sentence using the arrow buttons and OK.
Press OK to scroll through the lists of devices and locations.
HOME CONTROL JACK
To use the Home Control feature, you must
connect one end of the Home Control
Data Interface to a remote module
attached to the device you want to
control. The other end should connect to
the HOME CONTROL jack on the back of
the receiver via a coiled telephone
handset cord (available from most
retailers).
Home Control modules are available as
accessories and may be purchased
through your satellite dealer or the
accessories order form at the back of this
book.
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Keep track of devices by assigning a label.
4. Use the arrow buttons and OK 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 ways to 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.
Control the device from the menu.
To schedule a timer:
1. Select Set Timer.
2. Schedule a timer by completing the on-screen sentence.
Complete the on-screen sentence to schedule a timer. You can schedule several timers to control
the same device at different times.
On-screen icons are an easy way to
understand the timers.
indicates that the timer is set.
indicates that the timer is
suspended.
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3. Use the arrows and OK to enter an on and off time.
4. Point to and select Run Timer.
Clear Timer removes all the timer information.
Suspend turns off the timer, but saves the timer information.
Edit Fetch Menu
The Edit Fetch menu gives you the option of using Fetch in two ways:
• You can customize eight functions on the Fetch menu, or
• You can customize the Fetch button on the remote to take a certain
action each time it is pressed.
To view the Edit Fetch menu, press MENU to bring up the Main menu,
select Options, select Look and Feel, then select Edit Fetch.
The Edit Fetch menu is a convenient way to call up
frequently used menu items.
Customizing the Fetch Menu
To customize your Fetch menu:
1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.
2. Point to and select Options, Look and Feel, and then Edit Fetch.
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3. Select Fetch Control.
4. Press OK to choose Show Fetch Menu.
5. Select Fetch List from the Edit Fetch menu.
6. Choose which eight menu items you would like to include in your
customized menu by checkmarking them with the OK button.
Choose which menu items to include in your customized
Fetch menu.
7. Press the left arrow key to confirm your selections and return to the
menu.
When you would like to access your customized menu, press the FETCH
button on the remote control.
Customizing the FETCH Button
To customize the FETCH button on the remote:
1. Press MENU to bring up the Main menu.
2. Point to and select Options, Look and Feel, and then Edit Fetch.
3. Select Fetch Control.
4. Choose Assign One Function.
5. Select Fetch List from the Edit Fetch menu.
6. Choose which menu item you would like to assign to the FETCH
button by pointing and selecting.
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Choose which menu item to assign to the FETCH button.
7. Press the left arrow key to confirm your selection and return to the
menu.
You may press the FETCH button on the remote and execute the assigned
function at any time while viewing satellite programming.
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Tips for Solving Problems
You may have some questions about using your satellite
system that have not yet been answered. This section
provides the answers to many such questions.You will find
out how to run a system test, and how to diagnose and
correct problems.
➣
Setup and Connections
1
➣
Program Guides
Using the Remote
➣
3
2
➣
Tips & Troubleshooting
Tips & Troubleshooting
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Running the System Test
The System Test function allows you to run a basic diagnostics check on
your satellite system. If you are experiencing any trouble with your system,
run the system test.
First make sure that:
• All connections—jacks, cables, etc.—are correctly in place. See the
“Setup and Connections” section for more information.
• There are batteries in the remote, and they are working correctly.
• The Access Card is installed in the receiver.
Follow these steps to run the system test:
1. Turn on your TV and the receiver.
2. Press the DIRECTV button to put the remote in satellite mode, then
press OK to bring up the Main menu.
3. Point to and select Options.
4. Point to and select System Options.
5. Point to and select System Test.
6. If your system does not pass the system test, check these potential
trouble areas: cabling, satellite dish pointing, phone connection, and
Access Card.
7. If you continue to have problems, call 1-800-679-4776.
Fine-Tuning the Signal
If your satellite dish antenna is self-installed, 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 pointing coordinates, or run the
signal strength meter, select Dish Pointing from the Main menu.
You should run a system test several
times before concluding that there is
a problem. Occasional fluctuations in
the phone line or satellite signal can
give temporary false readings.
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How Signal Flow Works
How the Satellite Signals get to Your TV
In the example above:
1. Program providers send signals to your antenna dish.
2. The antenna dish sends the signal to the receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack.
3. The signal continues through the coaxial cable to the VCR and then to the TV. (The VCR may seem like an
unnecessary link in the chain, but this setup lets you record programming and off-air antenna/cable
programming.)
If you use audio/video cables, the satellite signal also flows through the audio/video cables to the TV’s line inputs (left,
right, and video or S-video).
How Off-Air Antenna/Cable Signals get to Your TV
In the example above:
1. Off-air/cable broadcasters send signals to your off-air antenna or through cable to your home.
2. The signal continues through the coaxial cable to the VCR and then to the TV. (The VCR may seem like an
unnecessary link in the chain, but this setup lets you record programming and off-air antenna/cable programming.)
Satellite Signal
From dish antenna TV Signal
From antenna or cable
If you use coaxial cables eith
audio/video cables, view the
satellite or off-air antenna signal
by tuning the TV to its Line Input
Channel.
If you use coaxial cables
without audio/video
cables, view the satellitte
or off-air antenna signal by
tuning the:
TV to channel 3
VCR to channel 3
Coaxial cables
Audio/video cables
Satellite Receiver
VCR
TV
Video Out
Audio Out
S-Video
Video
Left
Right
ANT IN
OUT TO TV CH 3
CH 4
ANT IN
SATELLITE IN
IN
FROM
ANT
OUT
TO
TV
Video In
S-Video
Video
Audio In
Left Right
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Wrong picture
The receiver and most VCRs let you toggle between signals. If you don’t see the signal you think you should be seeing, try the
following:
• Press the TV/VCR button on the VCR remote or on the VCR’s front panel.
• Press the ANTENNA button on the remote control.
Both of these actions let you switch the source of the video signal from the satellite to the off-air antenna or cable, and vice versa.
Problems with the remote
• If your remote is not an RF remote, maybe something is between the remote and the remote sensor.
• Maybe the remote is not in satellite mode. Press the DIRECTV button so that the remote will control the satellite receiver.
• Maybe the batteries in the remote are weak, dead or installed incorrectly. Try replacing the batteries. (Note, if you remove
the batteries, you may have to reprogram the remote.)
• Remove the batteries and hold the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside the remote.
Then release the button, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.
• Remove all of the batteries for approximately 12 hours. Then replace the batteries and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.
Blank screen
• Maybe the device (receiver, VCR, DVD, etc.) connected to the input jack is not turned on.
• Try another channel. There may just not be anything on that channel at that time.
Receiver will not turn on
• Check to make sure it is plugged in.
• Check the wall receptacle (or extension cord) to make sure it is “live” by plugging in something else.
• Maybe batteries in the remote control are “dead.”
• Maybe the remote control is not aimed at the remote sensor.
• The front panel controls may be locked (disabled). Use the remote control to unlock the front panel controls by selecting
the Front Panel Lockout in the Parental Controls menu and choosing Unlock.
LED Light Flashes on front panel
• You have mail. Read the message by selecting Mailbox from the Main Menu and selecting the message. Flashing will stop.
Turns off while playing
• The “Schedule Off” function may have been activated.
• Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds and then turn on again.
If this happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low.
TV Turns on or changes channels unexpectedly
• Scheduled Watch from the Timers menu may have been activated.
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Appendix A: Warranty Information
Repair Help
Thomson Consumer Electronics offers a hardware repair service if you encounter any problems with your system.
Many problems can be diagnosed over the phone; if necessary, a replacement unit can be shipped to you. Please
have your 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 the RCA 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 for a new
or refurbished unit. Refer to the limited warranty in this booklet to learn about your specific rights and
responsibilities. Always consult Thomson and get a Return Authorization number before returning anything. To
avoid delays, accounting errors, or even loss of your unit, obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number from the
telephone representative before returning your equipment.
Important Information to Customers Who Ship Defective Equipment to Thomson
Consumer Electronics
The Thomson 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
RA 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 the model/serial number of your unit. These numbers are located on
the back of your receiver. If your satellite system is within the warranty period, please include 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.
RCA SATELLITE SYSTEM LIMITED WARRANTY
What your warranty covers:
• Any defect in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
• 90 days - Unit exchange, which includes parts and labor.
• 91 days to 1 year - Unit exchange, which includes parts only; you pay for the labor.
• 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:
•During the initial 90 days:
Exchange the defective portion of your satellite system with a new or (at our option) refurbished unit.
•After the 90 days and within one year:
Exchange the defective portion of your 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 to get service:
• Call 1-800-679-4776 and have your unit’s date of purchase and model/serial number ready. The model/serial
number information is on the back of your receiver.
• A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone.
• If 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.
• If the representative determines that your antenna/dish is defective he or she will arrange for its repair or
replacement.
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Option 1
1. Provide your Discover, MasterCard or Visa account number and expiration date to your phone
representative. This is for security purposes only; your account will not be charged at this time.
2. We will 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 is not received within 14 days, the
suggested retail value of the receiver will be charged to your credit card. This amount will be credited,
less a $10 handling fee, if the unit is subsequently received.
4. Ship your defective unit back to us using the replacement unit’s carton. Shipping instructions and your
RA number will be included on the carton. Make sure you insure your shipment in case of damage or
loss. Include with the shipment:
1. Evidence of purchase date, such as a bill of sale.
2. A brief note describing your receiver problem.
3. Your name, address, and phone number.
Option 2
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 purchase date, such as a 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. If the repairs are covered by your warranty, you will not be billed.
Thomson assumes no responsibility of warranty shipments from the customer to the factory if
not shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.
To receive a replacement receiver after we have received your unit:
• Write the RA number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit. Insure your shipment in case
of damage or loss.
• 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.
• Include with the shipment:
1. Evidence of purchase date (such as a bill of sale).
2. A brief note describing your receiver problem.
3. Your name, address, and phone number.
• The representative will advise the addressee 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.
• 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.
• Batteries.
Appendix A: Warranty Information
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Appendix A: Warranty Information
• Units purchased, serviced, or operated outside the Continental U.S.A.or Alaska.
• 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 unit was not packed and shipped in the manner prescribed by Thomson.
• Storage fees may be charged by the exchange point if you fail to pick up the replacement unit in a timely
manner.
Product Registration:
• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your 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:
• 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:
• This warranty does not apply. See your dealer for warranty information.
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Appendix B: FCC Regulations
FCC Registration Information
Your equipment is registered with the Federal Communications Commission and is in 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, along with 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 for determining 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 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.
Note: 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 equipment from your line.
2. Rights of the Telephone Company.
Should your equipment cause trouble on your line that might harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall,
where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice is not
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, and operations of procedures where
such action is required in the operation of its business and is 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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is “receiving” the
interference).
• Change the position of the satellite receiver with respect to the radio or television equipment that is receiving
interference.
• Move the satellite receiver away from equipment receiving interference.
• Plug the satellite receiver into a different wall outlet so the receiver and equipment receiving interference are on
different branch circuits.
If these measures do not eliminate 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.
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Appendix C: Accessories
Accessory Order Form for Satellite systems
$
$
$
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.
$ 5.00
All accessories are subject to availability.
Please complete other side also
✂
Detach Here
RG-6 Coaxial Burial Cable
with weatherproof “F”
connectors
Self-Installer’s Kit contains
cable and hardware to
install the dish and connect
the system.
Remote Control replaces a
lost remote. Or, order a
second remote for
convenience.
HCDSS10 Home Control Kit
contains a lamp module and
a Data Interface that
connects to the receiver.
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
stereos, on or off. Also
controls non-incandescent
lamps. Choose 2 prong
(HC20AM) or 3 prong
(HC30AM).
Price
Part No.
Description Qty
RG-6 Coaxial Cable
12 feet D912 $12.95
25 feet D925 $15.95
50 feet D950 $21.95
75 feet D975 $29.95
100 feet D901 $35.95
S-Video Cable 12 feet D913 $12.95
Weatherproof “F” Connector (2) D905 $␣ ␣ 5.30
TVRO Bullet Amplifier D903 $24.95
Self-Installer’s Kit DKIT96 $69.95
Remote Control 240968 $34.95
Home Control Kit HCDSS10 $59.95
Lamp Module HC10LM $14.95
2-Prong Appliance Module HC20AM $16.95
3-Prong Appliance Module HC30AM $16.95
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Appendix C: Accessories
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TM
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
IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number
from your MasterCard
My card expires:
My card
expires:
Copy Number
above your
name on
MasterCard
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
(Credit card order will not be processed without signature)
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Name:
Street:
Apt:
City:
State: Zip:
Print or type your name and
address clearly.
Please make sure that both sides of this form
have been filled out completely.
• Allow 4 weeks for delivery.
• All accessories are subject to availability.
• Prices are subject to change.
A complete and correct
order will save you days
of waiting.
IMPORTANT: Copy complete account number
from your Discover Card
My card expires:
United States and Canada Orders
To place your order by phone, have your Visa,
MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free
number listed below between 8AM and 10PM (EST)
Monday 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
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Index
A
Access card
entry 57
number 13
Accessories 75
All button 34
AlphaSort button 34
Alternate data 58
Attractions Guide 31, 57
Audio Language 57
B
Back panel controls 6
Batteries
installing in remote 12
Buttons, remote control 16
C
Cancelling purchases 47
Channel banner 27
anatomy 27
icons 27
Channel Guide 28
Channel lists 50
add channels 50
delete channels 50
Codes 21-23
Code search 19
Connections 7-8, 9
audio/video quality 8
jacks and cables 5
D
Data port 6, 27
Default guide 28
Detail Guide 28
Digital satellite receiver
back panel 6
connecting 7-8
DIRECTV button 9, 12, 16,
20, 40, 68, 70
Dish Pointing 59
azimuth 59
elevation 59
menu 59
E
Exiting
menus 40
program guides 25, 42
F
Fetch
button 63
customizing 64
G
Glossary 56
Grid Guide 28
GUIDE button 16, 26
H
Help 37
Home Control 61
accessories 61, 75
icon 27
menu 61
setup 61
timers 62
I
Icons 26, 53
Interactive setup 12, 55
L
Light on front panel 16, 70
Locking
a profile 53
the system 53
Logo Guide 30
Look and feel 56
M
Mailbox
checking your mail 16, 43
icon 27
Main menu 40
Menu system 40
exit 40
help 40
navigation 40
Menus
dish pointing 59
fetch 63
home Control 61
mailbox 43
options 55
profiles 50
program Guide 42
purchases 44
timers 48
Movies button 33
O
Options menu 55
Other Guides
attractions guide 31
button 31
P
Passwords 44, 53
Pay-per-view programs 44
tuning to 44
recording 45
Power (on/off) 16, 67
Profiles
channel lists 50
choosing 50
locking 53
menu 50
ratings limits 51
spending limits 52
unlocking 54
viewing hours 52
Program guides 25, 42
anatomy 26
attractions guide 31
buttons 26
channel guide 28
default 28
detail guide 28
exiting 30
grid guide 28
logo guide 30
scrolling 28
sorting 32
SurfGuide 28
Programming the Remote 18
to control a TV 18
Purchases 44
cancelling 47
menu 44
reviewing 47
spending limits 48
R
Ratings limit 51
Recording programs 45
Remote control
batteries 12
buttons 16
codes 20
controlling different devices 20
controlling a second receiver 20
modes of operation 20
programming 18
Reviewing purchases 47
S
Satellite system
back panel 6
system test 70
troubleshooting 67
Scout 35
Screen, blank 70
Scrolling 28
Signal meter 60
peak signal 60
Sorting
program guides 32
Sorting by
all button 34
AlphaSort button 34
movies button 33
other guides button 31
scout button 35
sports button 34
topics button 33
Spending limits 48
Sports button 34
SurfGuide 28
System Info 56
System lock 53
System options 55
System test 68
System unlock 54
T
Timer feature
editing or cancelling 48
Timers
home control 62
icons 62
Timers menu 48
Topics button 33
Troubleshooting 67
Tuning to a program 29
U
Unlocking
a profile 53
the system 53
V
Viewing hours limit 52
W
Warranty information 71
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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, as doing so will only add delays in service for your
product.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290
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