Dish Network 942 User Manual

Warning and Attention Symbols
You must be aware of safety when you install and use this system. This User Guide provides various procedures. If you do some of these procedures carelessly, you could injure or kill yourself or damage equipment or property. Some other procedures require special attention.
The WARNING! symbol means that if you are not careful, You could injure or kill yourself, or You could damage equipment or property.
ATTENTION! symbol means you should pay special attention to:
The Important instructions for using the system, or Important instructions for maintaining the system.
Class II symbol alerts qualified service personnel to use only identical replacement
The parts in this apparatus.
For Your Safety
Do not try to open the case of the receiver. There is risk of electrical shock, which may cause damage to the receiver and/or personal injury or death to you. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the receiver. Opening the receiver case or making unauthorized changes will void the warranty.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
Important Software Notice
As with all software controlled products, unexpected behavior could arise if the user tries to perform operations in a non­routine manner. This product, like almost any other high tech product, is subject to bugs and hence EchoStar CANNOT AND DOES NOT GUARANTEE OR WARRANT THAT ALL FEATURES, SUCH AS PARENTAL CONTROL, WILL WORK AS INTENDED UNDER ALL CIRCUMSTANCES. EchoStar endeavors to improve such conditions and will periodically download improvements.
In compliance with the terms of the GNU Public License (GPL), EchoStar is making some source code available to the public to download from www.echostar.com.
Equipment and Software Covered by this User’s Guide
This User Guide covers the DISH Player-DVR 942 receiver and software model DP942. This Guide may cover other devices, not listed here.
Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2005 EchoStar Technologies Corporation, Englewood, Colorado 80112. All rights reserved. The information in this User Guide may change without notice. We may issue revisions to tell you about such changes. Please send comments or questions about this User Guide to: Technical Publications, EchoStar Technologies Corporation, 94 Inverness
Terrace East, Englewood, Colorado 80112. Part Number: 138414 Printed in the United States of America. DISH Network is a registered trademark of EchoStar Satellite L.L.C. For information about DISH Network, please visit our website at
www.dishnetwork.com. We acknowledge all product names, trade names, or corporate names we mention in this User Guide to be the proprietary property of the
registered owners. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential
unpublished works. © 1992-1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.
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1 Introduction
WELCOME 2 HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE 2 ABOUT YOUR DISH NETWORK ACCOUNT 4 WATCHING TV NOW 5 ADDITIONAL SERVICES 8 ABOUT SATELLITE TV RECEPTION 8 WHY CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE 10 MOVING ON-SCREEN LOGO 10
2 Satellite Receiver
SATELLITE RECEIVER OVERVIEW 12 DUAL AND SINGLE MODES 13
EMOTE CONTROL 16
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ATELLITE RECEIVER FRONT PANEL 22
S
ATELLITE RECEIVER BACK PANEL 23
S USING THE MENUS 25
SING TEXT FIELDS 27
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3 Finding Programs to Watch
CHANGING CHANNELS 30 U
SING THE PROGRAM GUIDE 30 SING THE BROWSE BANNER 32
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SING SEARCH TO FIND A PROGRAM 33
U F
INDING A PROGRAM BY ITS THEME 34
SING PICTURE-IN-PICTURE 35
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4 Pay Per Programs
PAY-PER-VIEW 38 DISH O
N DEMAND 39
5 Favorites Lists
WHAT ARE FAVORITES LISTS? 42
REATING OR CHANGING FAVORITES LISTS 43
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AMING FAVORITES LISTS 44
N USING FAVORITES LISTS 44
6 Locks
WHAT ARE LOCKS? 48 CREATING OR CHANGING A PASSWORD 48
OCKING AND UNLOCKING YOUR RECEIVER 49
L
REATING OR CHANGING RATINGS LOCKS 50
C CREATING OR CHANGING CHANNEL LOCKS 51
OCKING OR UNLOCKING PAY-PER-VIEW CHANNELS 52
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IDING ADULT CONTENT 52
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OCKING OR UNLOCKING THE FRONT PANEL 53
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7 Interactive TV
DISH HOME INTERACTIVE TV 56
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USTOMER SERVICE 56
8 Digital Video Recording
WHAT IS DVR? 58 P
AUSING A PROGRAM 58
EVERSING, FAST FORWARDING, AND SKIPPING 59
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LOW MOTION AND FRAME-BY-FRAME 59
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ECORDING A LIVE PROGRAM 60
LAYING A RECORDED PROGRAM 60
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ECORDING WHILE WATCHING DIFFERENT PROGRAMS 61
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ECORDING OPTIONS 64
OCKETDISH 65
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9 Recording Future Programs
TIMERS AND RECORDINGS 68
SING THE TIMERS LIST 71
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SING THE DAILY SCHEDULE 71
U SETTING UP AN AUTOMATIC TIMER 72
ETTING UP A MANUAL TIMER 73
S
ETTING UP A DISH PASS™ TIMER 74
S DELETING A TIMER 75
10 Remote Controls
IMPROVING RECEIVER CONTROL 78
ONTROLLING OTHER COMPONENTS 81
C THE RECOVER BUTTON 90
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11 Receiver Customization
USING SHARED VIEW 96 U
SING CALLER ID 96 HANGING LANGUAGES 98
C
SING CLOSED CAPTIONING 99
U U
SING DOLBY® SURROUND SOUND 100 HANGING THE PROGRAM GUIDE ORDER 102
C
HANGING THE GUIDE DISPLAY 102
C R
ESETTING TO FACTORY DEFAULTS 103
CHEDULING RECEIVER UPDATES 103
S
12 Connections and Setup
CONNECTING TO THE NEARBY HDTV (TV1) 106
ONNECTING TO THE REMOTE TVS (TV2) 109
C
ONNECTING TO YOUR DISH ANTENNA 112
C CONNECTING THE PHONE LINE 113
ONNECTING A VCR TO THE REMOTE TV 115
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ONNECTING OFF-AIR ANTENNA/CABLE TV 116
C USING TROUBLESHOOTING TOOLS 121
Reference
TROUBLESHOOTING TABLES 124 REMOTE CONTROL DEVICE CODES 136
Appendix 141
Index 147
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Important Safety Instructions
1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with a dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obso­lete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11 Use only attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as the power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
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Safety
Note to Satellite TV System Installer: This reminder is provided to call the satellite TV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (NEC) that 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.
Operate the receiver using only the type of power source indicated on the marking label. Unplug the
receiver power cord by gripping the power plug, not the cord.
Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.
Never insert objects of any kind into the receiver through openings, as the objects may touch dangerous
voltage points or short out parts. This could cause fire or electrical shock.
Do not locate the antenna near overhead light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing the antenna, take extreme care to avoid touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them can be fatal.
Do not attempt to service the receiver yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to danger-
ous voltage, and will void the Limited Warranty. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel.
Proper Care of Your Equipment
Always handle the satellite receiver carefully. Avoid excessive shock and vibration at all times as this can
damage the hard drive.
Unplug the receiver from the AC power outlet before cleaning.
If you have the receiver turned on and need to move it, be sure to unplug the receiver and let it sit for at
least 30 seconds before moving it.
The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the receiver manufacturer will void the Limited
Warranty.
Do not place the receiver in an enclosure such as a cabinet without proper ventilation.
Do not stack the receiver on top of or below other electronic devices as this can cause heat build-up and
vibration.
Do not install the receiver in any area where the temperature can be less than 40°F or more than 113°F. If
the receiver is cold to the touch, do not plug it in immediately. Let it sit unplugged at room temperature for at least 45 minutes before plugging it in.
Use an outlet that contains surge suppression or ground fault protection. For added protection during a
lightning storm, or when the receiver is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, disconnect the lines between the receiver and the antenna, and disconnect the telephone line. This will provide some protection against damage caused by lightning or power line surges.
On some TVs, the presence of fixed images for extended periods of time may cause them to be permanently imprinted on the screen. Consult your TV user guide for information on whether this is a problem for your TV, what operating/viewing restrictions apply to avoid this problem, and associated TV warranty coverage.
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Introduction
Introduction to DISH Network Services
This chapter introduces you to your DISH Network satellite TV receiver.
WELCOME
HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
ABOUT YOUR DISH NETWORK ACCOUNT
WATCHING TV NOW
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
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BOUT SATELLITE TV RECEPTION
WHY CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE
MOVING ON-SCREEN LOGO
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Welcome
WELCOME
HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE
Thank you for choosing DISH Network. You are about to experience the excitement and convenience of our Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS) service, which delivers the very best picture and sound quality. DISH Network consistently provides the latest products and satellite-delivered services — with high performance, ease of operation, and a wide variety of entertainment options.
Your new DISH Network Digital Video Recorder (DVR) receiver has three tuners (two satellite and one off-air) for record and playback in standard or high definition. Additionally, the DVR features and a host of other functions make it one of the most versatile and exciting devices in home entertainment.
This satellite receiver lets you decide how you watch TV. You can record and play back audio and video with full digital quality. You can pause a live program and not miss any of the action or you can record a program to watch later, without a VCR.
This section explains how the guide is divided and the conventions used throughout.
Guide Overview
The information in this guide is separated into several chapters to make it easy for you to find exactly what you’re looking for:
Chapter 1 - Introduction gives you a brief overview of DISH Network and your new
receiver.
Chapter 2 - Satellite Receiver explains the basic features of your system and how to
use the remote controls, front panel buttons, and back panel connections.
Chapter 3 - Finding Programs to Watch describes how to change channels and look
for programs.
Chapter 4 - Pay Per Programs shows you how to order and watch Pay-Per-View and
DISH On Demand programs.
Chapter 5 - Favorites Lists explains how to create, name, and use favorites lists.
Chapter 6 - Locks explains how to set locks and passwords.
Chapter 7 - Interactive TV describes how to use the dish home Interactive TV features
of your satellite TV system.
Chapter 8 - Digital Video Recording explains how to use the recording features of your
satellite TV receiver to maximize your viewing pleasure.
Chapter 9 - Recording Future Programs shows you how you can record and play back
your favorite programs when you want to watch them.
Chapter 10 - Remote Controls contains instructions for programming your remote to
control your satellite receiver and equipment like a TV or VCR.
Chapter 11 - Receiver Customization shows you how to customize your receiver.
Chapter 12 - Connections and Setup explains how to connect your satellite receiver to
your TV and equipment like a VCR.
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How to Use this Guide
Guide Conventions
The names of remote control buttons are all uppercase. Example: Press SAT.
Select means to move the highlight to an on-screen option or choice in a list and press
SELECT on the remote control.
Example: Select the Locks option.
Where this guide mentions nearby HDTV, it refers to the HDTV near the receiver. The
nearby HDTV receives TV1 menus and programming from the receiver’s TV1 outputs and is connected using short audio/video cables.
Where this guide mentions remote TV, it refers to the cable-ready TV(s) located in rooms away from the receiver. The remote TV receives TV2 menus and programming from the receiver’s TV2 outputs through your in-home cable system.
Where this guide mentions remote control, it refers to either Remote Control 1 when viewing a nearby HDTV or Remote Control 2 when viewing the remote TV(s). If a spe­cific remote control must be used, this guide will refer directly to Remote Control 1 or Remote Control 2.
The instructions in this guide are shown in two ways:
Instructions in the form of pictures are handy if you’d like to learn something
quickly. These instructions are numbered left to right as shown in the sample below.
Instructions that are written out are helpful if you’d like to learn more details.
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About Your DISH Network Account
ABOUT YOUR DISH NETWORK ACCOUNT
This section describes how to order your packages and provides information on how to find information about your DISH Network account.
Ordering Your Programming Packages
Before you can enjoy your new receiver, order your programming packages.
1 Press POWER on the front panel to turn on the receiver. 2 Press SYSTEM INFO on the front panel to display the receiver’s System Information
menu on the nearby HDTV screen.
3 Call 1-800-333-DISH (3474) and tell the Customer Service Center the system has been
installed and you would like to begin receiving services. A representative will explain the available program packages. Give the representative information from the System Information screen, as requested.
4 Your services will be turned on via the satellite signal. This process usually takes just a
few minutes.
5 Select DONE.
Where to Find Information on Your Account
If you want to know about charges to your DISH Network account or if you would like to make changes to your programming packages, be sure to have your account information handy and choose one of the following:
Go to our website at www.dishnetwork.com/my account.
Press MENU on your remote control to open the Main Menu and then select
Customer Service.
Call DISH Network by calling 1-800-333-DISH (3474).
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WATCHING TV NOW
After you have ordered your programming package, you can begin enjoying the features of your new satellite TV receiver. When you complete these simple tours, you’ll be familiar with the remote control and be able to find a program to watch; pause live TV; and record your favorite shows.
Finding a Program to Watch
This tour shows you how to change channels on your receiver. If you want to know more about watching TV, see Chapter 3 - Finding Programs to Watch starting on page 29.
Introduction
Watching TV Now
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Watching TV Now
Program Guide
1 Press GUIDE to display the Program Guide. 2 Use UP and DOWN ARROWS to highlight a program that is on now. Press SELECT.
Arrow Buttons
1 While watching TV, use UP and DOWN ARROWS to change channels. Stop pressing the
buttons any time you see something you’d like to watch.
Number Pad
1 While watching TV, use the NUMBER PAD to enter channel numbers.
Browse Banner
1 While watching TV, press BROWSE (RIGHT ARROW) to open the Browse Banner. 2 Use UP and DOWN ARROWS to change channels. Press SELECT to watch a program.
Pausing Live TV
Here’s something you can’t do with regular old TV: pause live TV because someone’s at the door or calling you on the phone or there’s something you just have to do right now. For more about the pause feature of your receiver, see Pausing a Program on page 58.
1 Find something to watch as described on page 5. 2 Press PAUSE. A status bar displays. 3 Press PLAY to continue watching your program from point you paused. 4 Press VIEW TV to go back to live TV programming.
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Watching TV Now
Recording and Playing Back a Program
Take this tour to learn how to make basic recordings of your favorite shows. For more about the DVR features of your receiver, see Chapter 8 - Digital Video Recording starting on page 60.
1 Find something to watch as described on page 5 and press RECORD. 2 When the Record Remainder of This Event screen displays, select OK. The Record icon
displays on your screen.
3 Watch the program for a few minutes, press STOP, and then select Yes. 4 Press DVR to display the DVR Events screen. 5 Select the program you just recorded. A screen displays that provides information about
the program you’ve selected.
6 Select Start. 7 Press STOP when you’ve finished watching the recorded program. 8 Press VIEW TV to go back to live TV.
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Additional Services
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Pay-Per-View
Catch all the action on Pay-Per-View. Take a break from regular TV and order the latest movies, sports, and special events. For details on ordering Pay-Per-View events, see page 38. Be sure to connect an active phone line to your receiver before you order a Pay­Per-View event (see the instructions on page 113).
DISH On Demand
DISH On Demand is an exciting feature that will be available with a future software upgrade.
dish home
At dish home (press DISH on your remote control), you’ll find news, sports scores, weather information, TV and movie buzz, customer service, games, and more.
PocketDISH
PocketDISH is an exciting feature that will be available with a future software upgrade. Connect a PocketDISH (sold separately) to your receiver to transfer your favorite recorded programs and take them wherever you go.
ABOUT SATELLITE TV RECEPTION
Satellite television uses satellites in a stationary orbit over the Earth to deliver television and audio programming. This type of orbit enables the satellites to stay aligned over one place on the surface of the Earth. Once the satellite dish is aimed at the satellite, the dish does not have to move to follow it.
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About Satellite TV Reception
Rain and Snow Fade
Heavy rain, snow, or dense cloud cover can reduce the satellite signal, which may interrupt your programming service. Your service will return after the weather condition has passed. Aiming the satellite dish to get the strongest signal during installation, will help prevent rain and snow from interrupting the signal.
Solar Interference
Twice a year, the sun moves to a position behind the DISH Network satellite as it orbits the Earth. This event occurs during a few days at the beginning of the spring and the beginning of the autumn and lasts only a few minutes.
During these brief periods, you will not be able to see programs on DISH Network. When the sun has moved from behind the satellite, the programs will reappear. This is an unavoidable natural event for all television involving the use of satellites and has an adverse effect on many program providers.
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Why Connect to a Phone Line
WHY CONNECT TO A PHONE LINE
Your satellite receiver is equipped with a standard telephone jack that you use to connect to an active telephone line. Keep the receiver connected to an active telephone line so that you will be able to order pay-per-view programs using your remote control, use all of the dish home Interactive TV features, and other services from DISH Network (see the instructions on page 113).
MOVING ON-SCREEN LOGO
Whenever the receiver is turned off using the remote control or front panel POWER button, you will see the DISH Network logo moving around on your TV screen. This feature is included with your receiver to assure you that the connections between your receiver and TV(s) are not lost. Press POWER or SELECT on the remote control to resume watching satellite TV programming. Make sure you are using the correct remote for your TV-viewing location (see page 16 for details).
TIPS
Always have the latest software - Turn off the receiver when you’re not using it.
Order Pay-Per-View with your remote control - Keep an active phone line
connected to the receiver. Not only will you have Pay-Per-View at your fingertips, but you’ll also avoid unnecessary charges.
QUESTIONS
How do I find something to watch? Refer to page 5. For more information on finding
something to watch, see Chapter 3 - Finding Programs to Watch.
Why are some of the channels red in the Program Guide? The channels that are red in the Program Guide are those which are not currently in your subscription. If you’d like to watch those channels, call 1-800-333-DISH (3474) or go to www.dishnetwork.com.
I’m looking at program information in a guide I bought at the grocery store, but nothing matches what’s on my DISH Network receiver, is something wrong? No.
DISH Network programming may vary from what you’ll find in a local publication. For best results, use the Program Guide on your receiver or order DISH Entertainment.
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Satellite Receiver
About Your Satellite Receiver
This chapter gives you an overview and a description of your satellite receiver.
SATELLITE RECEIVER OVERVIEW
DUAL AND SINGLE MODES
REMOTE CONTROL
SATELLITE RECEIVER FRONT PANEL
SATELLITE RECEIVER BACK PANEL
USING THE MENUS
USING TEXT FIELDS
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Satellite Receiver Overview
SATELLITE RECEIVER OVERVIEW
This section gives you an overview of your DISH Network satellite TV receiver system.
Satellite Receiver
Use this dual-tuner satellite receiver to watch different programs in two locations:
Nearby HDTV (TV1) - Programming from the receiver is delivered to the nearby HDTV using short audio/video cables.
Remote TV(s) (TV2) - Programming from the receiver is delivered to the remote TV(s) using existing in-home coaxial cable.
Remote Controls
Two remote controls come with your receiver:
Remote Control 1 - An Infrared (IR) remote to control programming for the nearby HDTV (TV1). This remote is labeled with a green number 1, which matches similar markings on the receiver output connections and the menus for the nearby HDTV.
Remote Control 2 - An Ultra-High Frequency Pro (UHF Pro) remote to control programming to a remote TV (TV2). This remote is labeled with blue number 2, which matches the similar markings on the receiver output connections and the menus for the remote TV.
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DUAL AND SINGLE MODES
Your satellite receiver includes two modes of operation: Dual and Single. These modes increase your entertainment options because you’ll be able to choose how you watch and record your favorite programs.
Dual Mode
While in Dual Mode, you can use this dual-tuner satellite receiver to watch different programming in two separate locations:
Nearby HDTV - Programming from the receiver is delivered to the HDTV near the receiver using short audio/video cables and is controlled using Remote Control 1. The HDTV is also referred to as “TV1.”
Remote TV - Programming from the receiver is delivered to a TV located in another room using existing in-home coaxial cable and is controlled using Remote Control 2. The video displayed on the remote TV is always in standard definition (SD). The Remote TV is also referred to as “TV2.”
Satellite Receiver
Dual and Single Modes
You can tell your receiver is in Dual Mode because the Dual front panel indicator will light and the menu and other screens will display Dual Mode (as shown below).
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Dual and Single Modes
Single Mode
Single Mode provides dual-tuner receiver features—like Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and the ability to watch one live program while recording another—to all connected TVs.
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Single Mode delivers the same programming to all of the TVs connected to the satellite receiver and allows this programming to be controlled by either remote control. The format of the programming shown on the remote TV(s) is in standard definition (SD) and high definition (HD) is shown only on the nearby HDTV. You can tell you are in Single Mode because the Single front panel indicator will light and the menus and other screens will display Single Mode (as shown below).
Satellite Receiver
Dual and Single Modes
Switching Between Dual and Single Mode
Put the satellite receiver in Single or Dual Mode by pressing the front panel MODE button. Keep the following items in mind when switching the satellite receiver between Dual and Single Mode:
Dual Mode Single Mode
Indications
Recording
Favorites Lists
Dual Mode front panel indicator lights.
The Recording front panel indicator lights to show whether TV1, TV2, or both are currently recording.
Favorites Lists set up for both outputs (TV1 and TV2) are available.
Locks set up for both outputs (TV1 and TV2) are available.
Locks
Note: If someone is using the TV2 outputs in Dual Mode, you will see a popup on the
nearby TV warning you that you are about to disrupt the use of the TV2 outputs.
Single Mode front panel indicator lights.
The TV1 Recording front panel indicator lights when you are recording from one or both tuners.
Only Favorites Lists set up for TV1 are available. The lists for TV2 are not lost, they are simply unavailable in Single Mode.
Locks set up for only TV1 are available. The locks for TV2 are not lost, they are simply unavailable in Single Mode.
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Remote Control
REMOTE CONTROL
Types of Remote Controls
The two remote controls give you access to all the features of your satellite receiver. You can set up each remote to control the satellite receiver and up to three other devices (see page 81). These devices can be a TV, a VCR or DVD player, and a third device.
This section describes how to use the various features on the two types of remote controls that were delivered with your satellite TV system.
Remote Control 1 uses infrared (IR) signals to:
Control TV1 menus for the nearby
HDTV in Dual Mode.
Control the satellite receiver in
Single Mode.
IR signals travel only short distances (40 feet or less), and cannot go through walls or other solid objects. You must point the remote control directly at the device, with no objects blocking the line of sight.
Remote Control 1 uses IR signals to control both the receiver and other devices that the remote is programmed to control.
This remote control is identified by the green number 1 at the bottom of the remote control.
Remote Control 2 uses UHF Pro signals to:
Control TV2 menus for the remote
TVs in Dual Mode.
Control the satellite receiver in
Single Mode.
UHF Pro signals travel long distances and go through walls and other solid objects.
To use Remote Control 2 to control the receiver, you must attach the UHF antenna to the receiver back panel (see page 17).
Remote Control 2 uses IR signals to control other devices that the remote is programmed to control. You must point the remote control directly at these devices, with no objects blocking the line of sight.
This remote control is identified by the blue number 2 at the bottom of the remote control.
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Satellite Receiver
Remote Control
Remote Control Batteries
The remote control comes with AAA batteries. When you replace old batteries, you should replace all of the batteries. Use batteries of the same kind, for example, alkaline or carbon zinc. Don’t mix batteries of different kinds. Alkaline batteries last longer.
1 Press down on the top of the battery cover and slide the cover off. 2 Take out all of the old batteries. 3 Put the new batteries in. Make sure you match the plus (“+”) ends with the
plus markings on the battery case.
4 Slide the cover back into place.
Low Battery Warning
When you see a low battery warning message on your screen below the Program Banner, the batteries in your remote control are weak and need to be replaced.
Attach the Remote Antenna
Attach the UHF remote antenna to the receiver's back panel Remote Antenna input so you can use your UHF Pro Remote Control 2. Without the UHF antenna, you cannot use the remote to control the receiver. See Adjusting the Remote Antenna on page 80 for more detailed information about improving the performance of your UHF Pro remote control.
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Remote Control
Remote Control Buttons
The following describes how the buttons work in SAT mode. For information on controlling other components, see Using the Remote Control with Other Components on page 81.
Button Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
The remote control’s MODE buttons are used to set the remote control to operate one of four devices: SAT (satellite receiver), TV (for a TV), VCR (for a VCR or a DVD player), and AUX (“auxiliary,” for a second TV, a VCR, a tuner, an audio amplifier, or a second satellite receiver). Press the button for the device you want the remote to control. The mode button lights for two seconds to show you’ve set the remote to that mode. Be sure to program the remote to control the other components as described on page 81.
Press POWER to turn the receiver on or off.
Press TV POWER to turn the TV on or off. Be sure to program the remote to control a TV to use this button. See Controlling Other Components on page 81.
Press MENU to open the Main Menu.
Press MUTE to turn off the TV sound. Press it again to restore the TV sound to the previous level. Be sure to program the remote to control a TV to use this button. See Controlling Other Components on page 81.
Press PAGE UP or PAGE DOWN to move, page by page, through the Program Guide, a Theme list, a Favorites List, an Event Timers list, a DVR Events list, or a list of channels.
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Press VOLUME to raise and lower the volume of the TV. Be sure to program the remote to control a TV to use this button. See Controlling Other Components on page 81.
Button Description
Satellite Receiver
Remote Control
1
2
3
4
Press RECALL to go back to the last satellite receiver channel you were watching. Press it again to switch between the last two satellite receiver channels you were watching.
Press INFO for more information about a program you are watching, or when you have the Program Guide, Browse Banner, or Themes list open. This button also opens help screens, when help is available.
Press GUIDE to open the Program Guide. When the Program Guide is open, press GUIDE again to switch among your Favorites Lists.
Press SELECT to select the option you highlight in a menu. Press the ARROWS (UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) to:
Change channels while watching TV - Press UP or
DOWN ARROW.
Open the Browse Banner - Press RIGHT ARROW.
Show Themes - Press LEFT ARROW.
Move around within the Program Guide, menus,
and Browse Banner - Press UP, DOWN, LEFT, and RIGHT ARROW.
Delete - Press LEFT ARROW to delete characters
while using screens with changeable inputs (for example, Search and Favorites).
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Press CANCEL to cancel and go back to the previous menu or to watch a program.
Press VIEW TV to close all menus and go to watching a program. Press the VIEW TV to briefly display the Program Banner while watching a program.
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Remote Control
Button Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Press DVR to open the DVR Events menu, which shows all of the DVR Events recorded on the receiver. Press DVR again to open the Daily Schedule (see Daily Schedule on page 69 for more information).
Press SKIP BACK to skip back about ten seconds in a recorded program. While in the Program Guide, press this button to move back 24 hours.
Press BACK to reverse the program. Press this button again to reverse the program faster.
Press STOP to stop the playback or recording.
Press RECORD to record a program.
Press SKIP FORWARD to skip ahead about 30 seconds in the program. While in the Program Guide, press this button to move ahead 24 hours.
Press PAUSE to pause the program. Press this button again to restart the program from where it paused.
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Press FWD to forward the program. Press this button again to forward the program faster.
Press PLAY to watch the program at normal speed.
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Press RECOVER if you accidentally change the channel or input on your TV or VCR (see page 91 to program and use RECOVER).
Use PIP open the PIP window. To make the PIP window larger, press this button again. Press it a third time, and the PIP window will close. This button is used only in Single Mode.
Press SWAP to switch the video in the main display with the video in the PIP window. This button is used only in Single Mode.
Press FORMAT/* to change the aspect ratio at the TV1 or TV2 screen. Press the button repeatedly to cycle through all of the available aspect ratios.
Press DISH to go to dish home Interactive TV for interactive games, news, weather, and more.
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Use POSITION to move the PIP window to different positions on the screen. This button is used only in Single Mode.
Numbers Use the NUMBER PAD to change the channel or to select a menu
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option. Use the letters above the NUMBER PAD on the remote control while the highlight is in a field (for example, while using Search).
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Press SEARCH/# to display the Search screen.
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Chapter 2
Satellite Receiver Front Panel
SATELLITE RECEIVER FRONT PANEL
Feature Description
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Behind this door is a slot for a future smart card. No smart card is included with this receiver.
The Mode lights indicate if the receiver is in Single or Dual mode (see page 13 for details).
The green TV1 light indicates that the receiver is providing programming to the nearby HDTV through the TV1 output connections. The red Record light indicates that the receiver is recording using TV1.
The blue TV2 light indicates that the receiver is providing programming to the remote TVs through the TV2 output connections. The red Record light indicates that the receiver is recording using TV2.
Use ARROWS to navigate and select TV1 menu items and to change satellite channels displayed on the nearby HDTV. Press SELECT to choose TV1 menu items.
Press INFO to display information about a TV1 program you are watching, or when you have the Program Guide, Browse Banner, or Themes list open.
Press POWER to turn the TV1 programming on or off to the nearby HDTV.
Press MENU to Display the TV1 Main Menu.
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Press SYSTEM INFO to display the System Info screen on the nearby HDTV.
The Infrared (IR) Sensor receives IR signals from Remote Control 1.
The USB Port is reserved for future use. When available, connect your PocketDISH (sold separately) to this port.
Press MODE to switch between Single and Dual modes (see page 13 for details).
SATELLITE RECEIVER BACK PANEL
Feature Name and Description
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Satellite Receiver Back Panel
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Connect the UHF antenna to this port to receive UHF Pro signals from the Remote Control 2 so that it can control TV2 menus from another room. See page 17 for more information. The Remote Antenna port is color coded green.
Connect an off-air antenna to this port using a coaxial cable to enable TV1 to receive digital and analog broadcasts from your off­air antenna. You can also connect analog cable service to this port for display on TV1. The 8VSB TV ANTENNA/CABLE IN port is color coded black.
The YPbPr connection provides a good video output for high definition viewing. Use a YPbPr cable to make this connection to your HDTV or HD monitor. The cable is color coded to match the connections on your receiver and your TV. If you use this output for video, you must still connect the audio with the Audio Outputs or the Digital Audio Output.
The HDTV Digital A/V OUTPUT provides the best digital audio and video signal to a compatible HDTV or HD monitor.
The USB Port is reserved for future use. When available, connect your PocketDISH (sold separately) to this port.
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Both Satellite IN connections are used to receive satellite TV signals from the dish antenna. The connection is made using RG­6 coaxial cable. The Satellite In connections are color coded blue.
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