This manual is for use with the DSR 305 Series Digital Satellite Receivers
General Instrument Corporation doing busi ness as the Broadband
Communications Sector of Motorola, Inc. (Motorola BCS)
Publication #480457-002
Rev A
All Rights Reserved
6450 Sequence Dr.
San Diego, California 92121
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DSR 305
Digital Satellite Receiver
User Guide
Motorola Broadband Communications Sector
ATTENTION
®
This consumer unit is intended for the decoding of DigiCipher
consumer use. Possession of this device does not enable or entitle the possessor to receive
DigiCipher II television signals. Contact program providers to obtain appropriate
authorization.
WARN ING
The unauthorized modification of any decoder and the sale and use of any such decoder is
prohibited by law. Any such modif icati on or alte ration o f this pr oduct o r any u nautho rized
reception of television programming could subject the user and/or seller and/or party
modifying the decoder to fines, imprisonment and civil damages.
Calling for Service ......................................................................................86
How to Obtain Warranty Service ...............................................................87
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All around the world, people just like you are enjoying the ultimate in
entertainment, educational, and informational programming. This digital
satellite receiver provides you just that, delivering digital quality picture
and sound to your television.
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Regulatory Statements
Programming Copyright Notice
Use of this de vice ma y viola te Sectio n 605 of the Commun icati ons Act of
1934, as amended, if that use consists of the unauthorized interception
and divulgence of radio communications for one’s own benefit where
there is no entitlement to its receipt.
Changes or modifications to thi s device not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance with FCC regul ations (the
manufacturer) could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Resale of signals received from broadcast satellites is explicitly
regulated. In any use or application involving resale or distribution, the
user should verify compliance with current laws, regulations, and
approved procedures for use. Where required, local and federal licensing
or franchise authorization is the sole responsibility of the user.
Export of this device requires a valid expor t license issued by the U.S .
Department of Commerce.
FCC-Required Notification of Service
The Impulse Pay-Per-View system is designed to be used on sta ndard
device telephone lines. Th e Impulse Pay-Per-View connects to the
telephone line by means of a standard jack called the USOC RJ11C.
Connection to telephone company-provided coin service (central office
implemented systems) is prohibite d. Con nec tio n to party line service is
subject t o state tariffs.
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Telephone Company Procedures
In order for your telephone company t o provide service to you, it
may occasionally be necessary for them to make changes in their
equipment, operations, or procedures. If these changes affect your
service or the operation of your equipment, the telephone company
should give you notice, in writing, to allow you to ma k e any
changes necessary to maintain uninterrupted service.
If you have any questions about your telephone line, such as how
many pieces of equipme nt you can connect to it, your telephone
company should provide this information upon request.
In certain circumstances, it may be necessary for your telephone
company to request information from you concerning the
equipment which you have connected to your telephone line. Upon
request of your telephone company, provide the FCC registrat ion
number and the Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of the
equipment which is connected to your line; both of these items are
listed on the equipment label. The sum of all the REN’s on your
telephone line should be less than fi ve in order to assure proper
service from your telephone company. In some cases, a sum of five
may not be u s ab le o n a gi ve n line. NOTE: The REN for the Digit al
Entertainment Receiver with Impulse Pay-Per-View is 0.3B.
If Problems Arise
If any of your telephone equipment is not operating properly, you
should immediately remove it from your telephone line, as it may
cause harm to the telephone network. If your telephone company
notes a problem, they may temporarily discontinue service. When
practical, they will notify you in advance of this disconnection. If
advance notice is not feasi bl e , you should be notified as soon as
possible. When you ar e notified, you should be given the
opportunity to correct the problem and informed of your right to
file a complaint with the FCC.
FCC Certified
This equipment has been tested and foun d to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
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harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation.
FCC Part 68
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. Located on
the equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the
FCC registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) .
If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone
company.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may
be connected to the telephone line. Excessive REN’s on the
telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to
an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the REN’s
should not exc eed fiv e (5.0) . To be ce rtain of the nu mber of devi ces
that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total
REN’s, contact the telephone company to determine the max imum
REN for the calling area.
This equipment ca n no t be use d on the tele ph on e companyprovided coin service. Connection to party Line Service is subject
to state tariffs.
If this equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary
discontinuance of service may be required. If advance notice isn’t
practical, the telephone company will notify you as soon as
possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint
with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities,
equipment, operations, or procedures that co uld affect the
operation of the equipm ent. If this happen s, the teleph one company
will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary
modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.
If trouble is experienced with th is equipment, please contact:
Motorola Broadband Communications Sector
6450 Sequence Dr., San Diego, CA 9212 1
1-888-436-4678
If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the
telephone company may request you to remove the equipment from
the network until the problem is resolved.
Regulatory Statements
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This equipment uses the following USOC jacks: RJ11C
It is recommended that the customer install an AC surge arrester in
the AC outlet to which this device is connected. This is to avoid
damaging the equipment caused by local light ening strikes and
other electrical surges.
This equipment is Hearing-Aid Compatible (HAC).
The telephone consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawfu l
for any person to use a computer or other electronic device,
(including fax machines), to send any message unless such
message clearly contains in a margin at th e to p or bottom of each
transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date
and time that it is sent and an identification of the business or other
entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone
number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or
individual. (The telephone number provided may n ot be a 900
number or any other number for which charges exceed local or
long-distance transmission charges.)
User Instructions
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and then on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving ant enna.
- Increase the distance between the equipment and
receiver.
- Connect the equipment into a different outlet so that the
equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.
- Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
Changes or modificati ons not expressly appro ved by Motorola
BCS could void the user’s right to operate the equipment and/or the
equipment warranty.
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Equipment Attachment Limitations
Note: This product was FCC certified under test conditions that
included the use of shielded I/O ca bles and connectors between
system components. T o comply with FCC regulations, th e user must
use shielded cables and connectors and install them properly.
CP-01, Part 1, Section 10.1 . NOTICE: The Canadian Department
of Communications label identifies certified equipment. This
certification means that the equipment meets certain
telecommunications network protective, operational and safety
requirements. T he Department does not guarantee the equipment
will operate to the user’s satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is
permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local
telecommunications company. The equipment must also be
installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases,
the company’s inside wiring associated with a single line individual
service may be extended by means of a certified connector
assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be
aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent
degradation of service in some situations.
Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized
Canadian maintenance facility de sig nate d by the suppli er. Any
repairs or altera tions made by the user to this equipment, or
equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunication
company cause to request the user t o di sconnect the equipment.
Users should ensure for their own protection t hat the electrical
ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines, and
internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected
together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural
areas.
CAUTION: Users should not attempt to make such connections
themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection
authority, or electrician, as appropriate.
NOTICE: The Ringer Equi valence Number (REN) assigned to
each terminal device provid es an indication of the maximum
number of terminals allowed to be connected to a telephone
interface. The termination on an interface may consist of any
combination of de vices subject only to the requirement that the
sum of the Ringer Equivalence Numbers of all the devices does not
exceed 5.
Regulatory Statements
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The standard connecting arrangement (telephone jack type) for this
equipment is CA11A.
The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) of this device is 0.3.
Operation Precautions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this unit to rain or moisture. Do not open the unit. Refer
servicing to qual ified personnel only.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized)
plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the
blades can be fully inserted to prevent b lade exposure.
ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, ne pas utiliser
cette fiche (polarisée) avec la prise d’une rallonge ou de tout autre
prise de courant si les lames de la fiche ne peuvent être insérées á
fond.
Lightning Flash Icon. The l ightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of un-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s
housing that may be strong enough to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
Exclamation Point Icon. The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating an d mainten ance (servicin g) instruction s in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A/Class B
(whichever is applicable) limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interfe rence Re gulation s of
the Canadian Department of Communicati ons.
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Important Safeguards
Read, Follow and Keep Instructions. Before you operate the
unit, please read and follow all safety and operating instructions.
Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
Heed Warning. Pay attention to all warnings on the equipment
and in the operating instructio ns.
Cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth
to clean the outside of the unit. Do not open the unit for cleaning or
any other reaso n.
Power Cord Protection. Place power supply cords so that they are
not walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them. Pay
particular attention to the cords where they join the plug, near
convenience receptacles, and where they exit from the equipment .
Regulatory Statements
Power Sources/Grounding. Operate the equipment from the type
of power source indicated on the marking label.
This product has a polarized alternating-current line plug as a
safety feature. This plug fits into the power outlet only one way. If
the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet . Do not try to change the plug or defeat its safety
purpose.
V entilation. Do not block or cover the slots and openin gs of the
unit. They provide ventilation and protect it from overheating.
Never place the unit on carpeting, which may block ventilation
through the bottom slots. Never place the unit near a source of heat
or in a built-in installation rack unless there is proper ventilation.
Do Not Operate near Water. Do not use this product near water.
For example; near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, swimming
pool, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or in similar situations.
Objects or Liquid in the Unit. Never push any object into this
unit through any of its openings because they may touch dangerous
voltage points or sho r t out the parts. This could cause a fire or an
electrical shock. Do not spill liquid of any kind on the unit.
Overloading. Do not overload power outlets or extension cords.
This may result in a risk of fire or electrical shock.
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Damage Requiring Service. Unplug this equipme nt from the
power source and con tact a qualified service provider if any of the
following situations occur:
- If the power supply cord or plug is damaged.
- If liquid or objects have fallen into the unit.
- If the unit became wet from rain or water.
- If the unit was dropped or damaged.
- If the unit’s performance changes.
Service. Do not try to service this product yourself. If you open or
remove the cover, you may be exposed to dangerous voltage or
other hazard s and m ay v oid the unit’s wa rranty. Contact a quali fied
service provider for all service.
Mounting an d Placement. Do not place this product on an
unstable surface such as a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. It
may fall, causing serio us injury to a child, adult, or to the unit itself.
To mount the unit, follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and use
a mounting accessory recommend ed by the manufacturer. Do not
place this product directly on wood or simulated wood surfaces
because these surfaces may be d amaged.
Power Lines. Do not locate the satellite antenna system near
overhead power lines, electrical light or power circuits, or where it
can fall into power lines or c ircuits. When installing a satellite
antenna system , av oid dan gerous contact with power lines or
circuits.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding. To provide some protection
against voltage surges, lightning, and built-up static charges, make
sure that the satellite antenn a is properly grounded.
Outdoor Cable Protection. Protect all outdoor connections from
moisture. During installation, treat all of the cable connectors on
your LNB with coax seal, even if the connection is installed under
a weatherproof cover. Internal heating can draw moist ure or
condensation into the covering of the unit and affect its operation.
Do not use silicone seal becaus e it has a tendency to form air
pockets.
Replacement Parts. If your receiver requires repairs, contact your
equipment provider, who will be able to assist you.
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Safety Check. After the unit is servic ed or repaired, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to find out if the unit is in
proper operating condition.
Lightning. To protect the product from damage caused by
lightning and power line surges, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect it from the antenna or cable system before a lightning
storm, or if the unit wi ll be left unattended or unused for a long
period of time. Once a storm passes, reconnect all antenna cables to
the correct connectors. If you live in an area that has frequent
lightning storms, buy polarized surge protectors and surge
protectors for the power line, telephone line, and RF cable to
protect your system from damage. Never attempt t o connect or
disconnect any wires during a thunderstorm or lightning storm.
Safeguard Instructions
Regulatory Statements
1. For the ground wire, use No. 10 AWG (5.3mm2) copper, No. 8
AWG (8.4mm2) aluminum, No. 17 AWG (1.0mm2) copperclad steel or bronze wire, or larger.
2. Secure the antenna lead-in wire and ground wires to the house
with stand-off insulators spaced 4 ft. (1.22m m) to 6 ft.
(1.83mm) apart.
3. Mount the antenna discharge unit as close as possible t o the
place where the lead-in enters the house.
4. Use a jumper wire th at is no smaller than No. 6 AWG
(13.3mm2) copper, or the equivalent, when using a separate
antenna grounding electrode. See NEC Section 810-21(1).
5. In areas th at are heavily prone to lightning storms install a
lightning rod mounted to the top of the antenna on the back
side. Install a ground strap (2 AWG, or larger, of copper wire)
from the lightning ro d to the rest of the antenn a grou nd system.
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6. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI /NFPA No.
70-1984, provides information about the following items:
- Proper grounding of t he mast and supporting structure.
- Grounding of the lead-in wire to the antenna discharge
unit.
- Size of grounding conductors.
- Location of antenna-discharge unit.
- Connection to grounding electrodes.
- Requirement for the gr ounding electrode.
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Note to the system installer: The purpose of thi s remin der is to c all
your attention to Article 820-40 of the 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. The
illustration is an example of antenna grounding according to the
National Electrical Code Section 810, “Radio and Television
Equipment.” Check your local building and electrical codes for
other restrictions on antenna grounding.
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Using Your Remote
Your remote control’s appearance may vary, and some
of the following descriptions may not apply to it.
Different remote models can control the following
different combinations o f equipment:
• Receiver and T V
• Receiver, TV, and VCR
• Receiver, TV, VCR and auxiliary equipment.
A Word About Modes. T o enable the remote control to
operate your receiver, your TV, and your VCR, it may
have as many as four main modes of operation: SAT
mode, TV mode, VCR mode and AUX mode. This
means that when you press the SAT, TV, VCR or AUX
keys on the remote control, you enable it to control each
of these devices, one at a time. Naturally, some of the
remote control keys have more than one function,
depending upon which mode you are using at the time.
Keep this in mind as you read the descriptions for each
remote control key. Also keep in mind that some SAT
functions are available only within SAT mode. Among
these special functions are access to th e menus through
the OPTIONS key, use of the Interactive Program
Guide (IPG) through the GUIDE key, and the ability to
select a satellite by using the SAT key.
If You Misplace the Remote Control . If you ever
misplace the remote control and need to use the various menus, just press the
MENU key on the Front P anel a nd a specia l Menu screen will appea r. This feature
is only available on certain models in the 400 Series IRD .
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Key Functions
Power. To turn the component on or off.
Mode. To change the remote from control of the satellite to control of the TV.
SAT(mode). To change the remote to SAT mode so it can control th e recei ver for
viewing satellite and cable TV signals as well as the OPTIONS menu.
TV(mode). To change the remote to TV mode so it can control the TV.
VCR(mode). To change the remote to VCR mode to control the VCR.
AUX(mode). To chang e the remot e to AUX mode to cont rol aux iliary
components.
Source. To control the input source to your satellite receiver, your TV, your VCR
or your auxiliary components.
- In SAT mode, it shifts between satellite or cable and antenna input.
- In TV mode, it shifts between auxiliary antenna and video sources.
- In VCR mode, it shifts between TV input and VCR input.
- In AUX mode, it allows input from auxiliary components.
PPV. To display the current Pay-Per-View selections.
Options. To exit any menu and display the Options men u.
Interests. To exit any menu and display the Int erests menu. Press it again to
remove the Interests menu and return to watching a program.
Browse. To view prog ra m inf orma tio n for channe ls and tim es oth e r than the
current channel and time while continuing to view a program. Press GO BACK to
return to watching a program. Press ENTER to go to the program located in the
Browse banner.
Guide. To display the Inte racti ve Pro gram Guid e (IPG). Pr ess it again to re tu rn t o
program viewin g.
Go Back. To return to the previous menu.
Enter. For convenience, there are two ENTER keys. If you are using a menu,
press ENTER to select a hig hligh ted op tion. In SAT mode press ENTER to tune in
the channel whose numbers you have already pressed.
Arrow Keys. T o highl ight selection s from menu screens. Also u sed in th e Browse
banner to navigate between listings.
Exit. To exit any menu and watch a program or to display a pr ogram information
if you are already watching a program.
Future. To display a program banner for what’s on in the future while you are
watching a program.
Last Ch. To return to the last channel viewed.
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Info. To display detailed information about the current program or a highlighted
program in the Guide. Press it again to turn the information off.
Vol. To raise or lower the volume level.
Mute. To mute the TV sound.
Chan. To change the channel. If you are using a menu, press to change channels
without removing the menu. If you are using the Guide, press to move one page up
or down.
Number Keys. These keys operate in different ways, depending upon which
mode you are in:
- If you are using the menus, press these keys to select a numbered
option.
- If you are watching a program, press these keys and ENTER to change
channels. If the channel has three numbers, it will tune in immediately
after you enter the third number. Generally speaking, cable TV channels
(analog) are numbered 1-99, and satellite TV channels are assigned
numbers 100 and above.
VCR Keys. Some remote have separ at e ke ys to operate the VCR’s recor d, stop ,
pause, fast-forward, rewind, and play functions.
Help. To display the help screens. Press it again to turn off the help screens and
return to watching a program.
Using Your Remote
Programming the Remote Control
The remote control is set at the factory to control all of the satellite receiver
functions, bu t to use it to op erate yo ur TV, VCR and auxiliary compo nents as well,
you must "program" it for the brand you own. Follow these instructions to
program the remote to control your TV, VCR and auxiliary (AUX) components.
1. Turn on the connected component for programming.
2. Use the table that appears later in this section to find the brand of TV, VCR or
auxiliary component.
3. After the manufact urer’s brand name is a three-digit code number (or sev eral
three-digit codes).
4. Press and hold the TV, VCR or AUX key on the remote control for at least
three seconds or until the light on your remote flashes.
5. If you are programming the TV or VCR key, continue with step 6. If you are
programming the AUX key, first press the SAT, TV or VCR mode key to
specify the type of device to be cont rolled before proceeding with step 6.
6. When the light flashes, key in the first of the three-digit codes (listed in the
table) for your component using the number keys on the remote control. Make
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sure to do this accurately and without a long delay. If programming the AUX
key for a satellite receiver u se one of th e following S AT codes: 000, 001, 002,
or 003.
7. If the remote control "accepts" the code, you will see several rapid flashes of
the light. If it does not flash, repeat steps 4, 5 and 6. After the remote control
accepts the code, press the POWER key on the remote control to make sure
the remote control is able to turn your component off. This means it is
functioning properly.
8. If your component does not respond to the remote control PO WER key, even
though it has "accept ed" the manufacturer’s code, repeat steps 4, 5, and 6
using the second three-dig it c ode from the table. If this does not work, try the
third code, etc., until the remote control accepts the code and your component
responds to the remote control POWER key.
NOTE: Some cable box brands are also programmable using these instructions.
Check the table that appears lat er in this section for applicable cable box brands
and codes. You will press the TV key to program your cable box. Your remote can
only accept a TV or cable box code for this programming step.
If Your Remote Control Cannot Find a Working ThreeDigit Code in the Tables (Scanning)
If you try to program your remote control using the thr ee-digit codes, and t he
remote control does not work correctly, you may be able to find a code that works
by using the "scanning" process.
1. Turn on the TV or the VCR-depending upon whether you wish to program the
remote control for your TV or for your VCR.
2. Press the TV key (or VCR key) for at least three seconds or until the LED
blinks.
3. The following steps explain how to "scan" throug h the TV (or VCR) codes
stored in your remote control using the
while the
- While pointing the remote control at your TV (or VCR), press the
- If the transmitted code is the correct one, your TV (or VCR) will turn
- If your TV (or VCR) does not respond, depress the
- When you have foun d the correct code (power to your TV or VCR is
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keys are depressed.
v
key to scan upward to the next code. (Use th e
previous code.)
off, respondin g as if its POWER key were pressed.
next code. When your TV (or VCR) turns on or off as a result of the
transmitted code, you will know that you have found the correct code.
keys. (The LED will not be lit
v
key to return to the
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key to try the
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toggled on or off), pr ess the ENTER key. This will store the
manufacturer’s code. T he LE D will th en flash rapidly several times and
turn off.
NOTE: If your TV is not listed in the tables and/o r the codes for your brand are not
accepted by the remote, you will need to use the remote originally manufactured
for your unit.
Programming the Master Power Feature
If you wish to control the powe r on /off function of your satellite receive r, VCR,
TV, and all con nected equipment with a single press of the POWER key on your
remote control, you can ena bl e the remote control’s Master Power feature by
following these steps:
• Press the SAT key on the remote control for at least three seconds or until the
light on the key blinks.
• Press the POWER key on the remote. The light will remain on steady. Press the
power key a second time, and the light on the remote will blink on and off
briefly, which indicates that the remote has accepted the Master Power
command.
If you wish to cancel the Master Power feature, just repeat the steps outlined
above.
Using Your Remote
Volume Control Crossover
Your remote control unit is programmed from the factory to control the volume of
your television set when you are using the re mote control in the SAT mode. You
can choose to have the SAT mode control the volume of your satellite receiver
directly, instead. The AUX mode can also be programmed to control the audio
from the TV or SAT device. To program your remote control for this function:
• Enter the programm ing mode using either the SAT mode key or the AUX
mode key.
• While the SAT mode key or AUX mode key is flashing, press and releas e the
SAT mode or TV mode key (depending on which device you want remote
volume and mute con trol).
• The SAT mode key or the AUX mode key will light as you press and release
the programming mode key, flash three times rapidly and extinguish.
• The remote control will now control the volume of the SAT
device when in the SAT mode.
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Verifying Your TV, VCR and AUX Mode Codes
Y ou can verify the accepted programming codes for each mode by following these
steps.
1. Press the TV, VCR, AUX key for at least three seconds or until the LED
blinks.
2. Press th e "INFO" key.
3. The LED will blink, indicating the code of your TV, VCR or auxiliary
component in the following sequence. For example, if your TV code is for a
T a nd y bra n d TV (code 10 5) the blink pa tte rn will be:
- Pause>lon g blink "1;"
- Pause>short blink "0;"
- Pause>long blink, long blink, long blink, long blink, long blink "5."
A zero in the code will always be represented by a short blink.
4. For the AUX mode only, after the code is verified the appropriate mode key
will blink to indicate the component being controlled.
If You Have More Than One Satellite Receiver
If you have more than one satellite receiver, you may want to prevent the remote
controls from affecting the other receivers. To prevent this kind of interference,
you must "pair" each remote control with one rece iver . In ord er to do this, you will
have to assign a new "address" to each pair of remote controls and receivers so
that each pair functions independently of the others. If you have two or more
receivers, see Chapter 10 for information about the procedure for changing
addresses.
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries
When the remote control batteries are worn out (discharged), the remote will stop
working. Replace the batteries as soon as possible to retain you r programmed
codes. Once you remove the batte ries from the compartment, you must replace
them within two hours to retain your programmable features. The remote control
for this unit may be powered by two AA batteries. Use only high quality, noncorrosive batteries designed for use in electronic equipment.
both batteries at the same time. To replace the batteries:
- Remove the cover by pressing down the Back Panel indentation and
removing the panel off the remote contro l.
- Position each battery in the battery compartment so that the flat base (-)
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is against the spring and so that the raised contact (+) is against the
terminal. Make sure the batteries are securely seat ed.
- Replace the cover.
"Remote Energy Saver"
If you misplace your remote (i.e., it is stuck in your couch) , and a key is
inadvertently pressed, the remote will automatically turn itse lf off after three
minutes.