RCA Digital Satellite Receiver User manual

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Cautions DonotstackelectroniccomponentsorotherobjectsontopoftheDigital
SatelliteReceiver.Theslotson topofthereceivermustbe leftuncoveredto
allowproperairflowtotheunit.Blockingtheairflowtotheunitcouldimpair
performanceordamageyourreceiverandothercomponents.
Donotstackthedigitalsatellitereceiverontopofa“hotcomponent”suchasan
audiopoweramplifier.
FCCRegulationsstatethat unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipmentmayvoidtheuser’sauthoritytooperateit.
Yoursystem may beequippedwithanRFremotecontrol. The RF remotecontrol
complieswithPart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo
conditions:1)TheRF remote maynotcauseharmful interferenceand; 2) The
RFremote must acceptanyinterferencerecieved,includinginterferencethat
maycauseundesiredoperation.
NotetoCableTVInstaller: ThisreminderisprovidedtocallyourattentiontoArticle820-40oftheNational
ElectricalCode (Section 54of theCanadian Electrical Code, Part 1)which
providesguidelinesforpropergroundingand,inparticular,specifiesthatthe
cableground shallbeconnectedtothegroundingsystemof thebuildingas
closetothepointofcableentryaspractical.
Noteto SatelliteDishInstaller: ThisreminderisprovidedtocallyourattentiontoArticle810,andinparticular
Article810-15,of the National Electrical Code(whichcoversproperinstallation
andgroundingof televisionreceivingequipment) aswellastoArticle820-40,
whichspecifiesthatthe satellite dish antenna cablegroundshallbeconnected
tothegrounding system ofthebuildingasclosetothepointofcable entry as
practical.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Thisdeviceincorporatesananticopyprocesstechnologythat is protected by
U.S.patentsand other intellectual property rights measures.Theanticopy
processis licensed fornon-commercial,home use only.Reverse engineering or
disassemblyisprohibited.
CareandCleaning: Useasoftclothorthedustingattachmentof your vacuumcleanertodustyour
digitalsatellitereceiver.Removedustfrombothtopandbottomventilationholes.
Plasticsurfaces areeasily scratchedand canbe marredby alcoholand various
solvents.Avoidexcessive use ofoil-basedfurniturepolishessince the materials
usedin the cabinetwillaccumulatemoredust.Anon-abrasive,anti-static
cleaner/polisherisrecommended.
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 DIRECTV System .............................................. 4
Step 2: Connect Your Digital Satellite Receiver
to Your TV and Other Devices ..................................................... 4
Things to Know Before Connecting Components .................. 4
Jacks and Cables........................................................................5
Back of the Digital Satellite Receiver ...................................... 6
Basic Connection....................................................................... 7
Advanced Connection .............................................................. 9
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 Digital Satellite Receiver .......... 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

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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
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
3
Getting Started
This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first
three sections of the manual introduce you to your DIRECTV
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 digital satellite 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 control
and how to program it to control other components.
Program Guides details the items and features associated with
thedifferentguides.
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 DIRECTV System
Make sure to locate the remote control and the VCR controller.
Step 2: Connect Your Digital
Satellite Receiver to Your TV and
Other Devices
During the satellite dish antenna installation, the digital satellite
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 digital satellite 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

Setup and Connections
5
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 DIRECTV System.
S-Video Jack and Cable
The S-Video jack provides the best picture quality for your DIRECTV
System.
This jack is available on many TVs and is used in conjunction with audio
cables to connect the digital satellite 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.
These jacks are used for most audio/video connections between
components.Thedigital satellite receiveraudio/videojacksare colorcoded
(yellowforvideo,redforrightaudio,andwhiteforleftaudio).IfyourTVhas
onlyoneinputforaudio(mono),connectittotheright(red)audiojackonthe
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 digital satellite receiver are labeled IN FROM ANT and OUT
TO TV. The coaxial cable supplied with your DIRECTV System is used to
connect the RF jacks between the digital satellite receiver and your TV’s
antenna input.
VCR Controller Jack and Cable
The VCR controller cable plugs into a jack on the digital satellite
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

Setup and Connections
6
Back of the Digital Satellite Receiver
The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks found on your
digital satellite receiver. When connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect
correspondingOUTPUTS andINPUTS (Videoto Video,Right Audio toRight
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
connectthedigital
satellitereceivertoa
phoneline.The
DIRECTV System
requiresaphoneline
connectionto
periodicallycalloutto
programproviders.
RF REMOTE If your
DIRECTV System is
equippedwithanRF
remote,thisjackwill
bepresent. Useit to
connectanoptional
RF antenna for RF
remotesignals.
Connectingan
antennaextendsthe
remote’srange.
VCR CONTROL
Allowsthedigital
satellitereceiverto
controlyour VCR.
HOME CONTROL JACK
Allowsyoutoconnectthe
system to accessories,
suchas theHome Control
basemodule.
S-VIDEO Providesthe
bestpicturequality.If
your TV has S-VIDEO
capability,use thisjack
alongwiththeaudio/
videojacksto connect
thedigitalsatellite
receivertoyour TV.
SATELLITE IN
Useto connect
thedigital
satellitereceiver
tothesatellite
dishantenna.
VIDEO Providesbetterpicture
qualitythan theOUT TOTVjack. If
yourTVhasaudio/video capability,
usethisjackto connectthedigital
satellitereceiverto yourTV.You
mustalsoconnect theAUDIO
jacks.
AUDIO (R and L) Provide
bettersoundqualitythanthe
OUT TO TV jack. If your TV
hasaudio/videocapability,
usethese jacks to connect
thedigitalsatellitereceiver
toyour TV.Youmust also
connect the VIDEO or S-
VIDEO jack.
IN FROM ANT Use to
connectthedigital
satellitereceivertoan
off-airantennaorcable
TV signal.
OUT TO TV Use to
connectthedigital
satellitereceiverto
yourTV.However,if
yourTV hasaudio/
videojacks, you
shoulduse those
jackstogetbetter
pictureandsound
quality.

Setup and Connections
7
How to View Your Components
To watch satellite programming with this
connection,tunetheTV toeitherchannel3 or4.
(Thedefault ischannel 3.)You maychange the
outputchannel to4 by choosingSystems
OptionsfromtheMainmenuandselecting
OutputChannel.)
Torecordsatelliteprogramming,tunethedigital
satellitereceiverto thedesiredchannel andset
yourVCR to recordon channel 3or 4.
To view VCRrecordings, tune theTV to the VCR
outputchannel(usually channel3 or4)and set
yourVCR to play. If yourVCR is a brandother
than RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, you may need to
programtheremote to controltheVCR. Seethe
nextsection,“UsingtheRemote.”
Basic Connection
SATELLITE IN IN
FROM
ANT
OUT
TO
TV
DIGITAL
SATELLITE
RECEIVER
VCR
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
IN
CH3
CH4
TV
SATELLITE
DISH
ANTENNA
CABLE OR
OFF-AIR ANTENNA
CAUTION
Do not stack electronic components or
other objects on top of the digital
satellite receiver. See Safety
Information, inside front cover.

Setup and Connections
8
How to View Your Components
Towatchsatelliteprogramminginthisconnection,
tunetheTVtotheVideoInputChannel.(Tofind
yourTV’s VideoInputChannel,follow Step3on
thenextpage).Thentunethedigitalsatellite
receivertothe desiredchannel.
Torecordsatelliteprogramming,tunethedigital
satellitereceiver tothedesired channel.Then set
yourVCR to recordon channel 3or 4.
Toview VCR recordings,tune the TV tothe VCR
OutputChannel(usuallychannel
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
programtheremote to controltheVCR. Seethe
nextsection,“UsingtheRemote.”
CAUTION
Do not stack electronic components or
other objects on top of the digital
satellite receiver. See Safety
Information, inside front cover.
Advanced Connection
SATELLITE IN IN
FROM
ANT S-VIDEO
VIDEO
R
L
AUDIO
OUT
TO
TV
DIGITAL
SATELLITE
RECEIVER
VCR
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
LR S-VIDEO VIDEOAUDIO
IN
CH3
CH4
TV
SATELLITE
DISH
ANTENNA
CABLE OR
OFF-AIR ANTENNA