Panasonic TU-IRD10 User Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING

To reduce risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this receiver to rain or moisture.

Cautions

Note to Cable TV Installer:

WARNING

I RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK | PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

DO NOT OPEN

This.symbol indicates

"dangerous voltage" inside the

product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of

the DSS 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 DSS receiver on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier.

FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the

National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part

1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE

PERSONNEL.

This symbol indicates

important instructions accompanying the product.

Note to Satellite Dish Installer:

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

DSS® is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics 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; 4977,455; 5,151,789; and 5,353,121.

This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 810 and in

particular article 810-15 of the National Electrical Code which covers

proper installation and grounding of television receiving equipment as well as to article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code which specifies that the satellite dish cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected

by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. The anticopy

process is licensed for non-commerical, home use only. Reverse

engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your product, safety Is a major factor in the design of every product. However, safety Is your responsibility too.

This sheet lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the product and accessory equipment. Please read them carefully before operating and using your product.

Installation

1 Read and Follow Instructions—All

the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. Follow all operating

instructions.

2 Retain Instructions—The safety

and operating instructions should be retained for

future reference.

3 Heed Warnings—Comply with all warnings on the

product and in the operating instructions.

4 Polarization/Grounding—This product is equipped

with either a polarized, non-polarized, or a grounding type power cord plug. If equipped with the non

polarized type (two blades of identical size), the

following does not apply.

• A polarized power plug (two blades, one wider than the other) will fit into a power

receptacle only one way. This is a safety

feature. Do not defeat it. If you are unable to

insert the plug fully, try reversing it, or have

an electrician change the receptacle. If you need an extension cord, use only a polarized extension cord.

•A grounding type power plug (two blades and a round pin) will fit only into a grounding type

receptacle with matching openings. This is safety feature. Do not defeat it. You may need an-electrician to install a grounding type

receptacle. If you need an extension cord, use

only a grounding type extension cord.

5 Power Sources—This product should be operated

only from the type of power source indicated on the product’s marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer

to the operating instructions.

6 Overloading —Do not overload wall outlets or

extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets, extension cords, frayed power cords, damaged or cracked wire

insulation, and broken plugs are dangerous. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord, and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated

insulation, have it replaced by your service technician.

7 Powei^Cord Protection —Power-supply cords

should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them^ Pay particular attention to cords where they are attached to plugs, converiience

receptacles and at the point where they exit from

the product.

8 Ventilation—Slots and openings in the enclosure

are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. These openings should never be

blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface; This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register, or another heat source (including amplifiers). This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or equipment rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the product manufacturer's instructions have been followed.

9 Attachments—Do not use attachments unless

recommended by the product manufacturer as

they may cause hazards.

10 Water and Moisture—Do not use this product

near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

11 Accessories —Do not place this product on an

unstable surface or support. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damage to the product. Any mounting

‘ of the product should follow the manufacturer's

instructions and use only a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

11A A product and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and .

uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

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12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding—If an outside

antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/ NFPA No. 70-1984 (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See example below.

16 Lightning —For added protection for this product

during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.

Service

17 Servicing—Do not attempt to service this product

yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

18 Conditions Requiring Service—Unplug this

product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.

A. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged.

B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the product.

C. If the product has been exposed to rain or

water.

13 Power Lines—An

outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines, other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.

Use

14 Cleaning—Unplug this product from the wall

outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

15 .Object and Liquid Entry-Neyer push objects

of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage or "short-out"

parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

D. If the product does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

E. If the product has been dropped orthe cabinet

has been damaged.

F. When the product exhibits a distinct change

in performance, such as the inability to perform basic functions—this indicates a need for service.

19 Replacement Parts—When replacement parts

are required, have the service technician verify that the replacement parts he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of

replacements specified by the product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

20 Safety Check—Upon completion of any service

or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks

. recommended by the manufacturer to determine

that the product is in safe operating condition.

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Before You Begin.................................................................3

What is the DSS® System?

Unpacking the Box..............................................................................................4

Installing Batteries In the Remote Control...........................................................4

Precautions on Battery Use.............................................................................4

Using This Manual..............................................................................................5

The On-Screen Navigation Method.....................................................................6

Program Guides.................................................................. 7

What Is a Program Guide....................................................................................7

Bringing Up the Program Guides........................................................................7

Using the GUIDE Button

Using the Program Guides..................................................................................7

Changing Channels with the number keys (0-9)

Scrolling Channel By Channel.........................................................................7

Scrolling Page By Page

Tuning to a Program........................................................................................8

Selecting A Program Guide from the Main Menu................................................8

Types of Program Guides................................................................................9

Using the Themes Button..............................................................................12

Exiting A Program Guide

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The Menu System

Using the Menu System....................................................................................13

Exit and Help............................:

Menu Descriptions

Program Guide..............................................................................................14

Mailbox.................................;.........................................................................14

Purchases.................................................................................................. 14

Timers............................................................................................................14

Lists & Limits..................................................................................................14

Options

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Dish Pointing..................................................................................................14

Assistance......................................................................................................14

Lists & Limits

An Overview..................................................................................................... 16

Setting the Ratings Limit

Setting Up Spending Limits...............................................................................17

Creating Favorite Channel Lists....................................................................... 17

Add or Delete All Channels

Parent Approved Channel List......................................................................... 19

Selecting a Channel List to Use....................................................................... 19

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Locking the System...........................................................................................19

Unlocking the System....................................................................................20

Session Unlock...............................................................................................20

More Features.....................................................................21

Pay-Per-View Programs....................................................................................21

Using the Attractions Guide...........................................................................22

Using the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase

Timer Feature....................................................................................................24

Using Logo Tune ..............................................................................................24

The Mailbox.......................................................................................................25

Alternate Audio Programs.................................................................................26

Picture Size

System Test......................................................................................................27

New Access Card Setup...................................................................................

Using On-Line Help...........................................................................................27

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Connections

Choosing a Connection.....................................................................................31

Interactive Setup...............................................................................................36

Disabling Interactive Setup

Reference

Parts of the DSS® System

Controls and Buttons......................................................................................... 40

Front Panel Controls.....................................................................................40

Back Panel....................................................................................................41

Remote Control Buttons................................................................................ 42

Programming the Remote Control Using Access Codes

When the Code is Known

When the Code is Not Known.......................................................................45.

Remote Control Quick Reference Functional Key Chart..................................50

Troubleshooting.........................................................?......................................52

Running the System Test

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Warranty Information.........................................................53

Index....................................................................................57

FCC Regulations

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is the DSS® System?

You've purchased the DSS® Digital Satellite System, so you already

know a lot of the great things it offers. You know that the DSS® system uses the latest satellite technology to deliver television programming to your home. And you know that the transmissions are digital, so the quality of the picture and audio rivals that of laser discs and CDs. You know the dish is small —18 inches wide— and that it often can be installed in a matter of hours. (See the

DSS® System Installer Guide for specific information.)

Those are the some of the things you probably know about the

DSS® system. But what about the things you don't know? For instance...

• The DSS® system works like your TV. Use the Channel

Up/Down buttons to scan through the channels. Press the number keys to go directly to a channel.

• There is an on-screen Program Guide. The Program Guide

is like a TV listing in the newspaper. It is designed to help you select regular programs and pay-per-view events. You can also sort the Guide to list only specific types of programs. You can select Sports, for example, and your guide will show current

and upcoming sports programs only..

• There is the on-screen Menu System that allows you to

customize your system. You can set up your system, build channel lists, preview coming attractions, set spending limits, and receive mail from your program providers.

• There are three types of On-line Help to assist you in learning

how to use the DSS® system: Auto Help, Help buttons, and the

About DSS menu.

Ordering DSS® Programming

After you have ins'talled your system, you should contact the

service providers, DIRECTV and USSB to receive DSS® programming.

Programming with DIRECTV: Programming with USSB:

Call 1-800-347-3288 Call 1-800-204.USSB

When you order programming, you need to know your Access Card number. To get the number, select Options from the Main menu, and then select System Test. .Wait for the system to run all of it's tests. The Access Card number is displayed at the end of the system test.

Write the Access Card number in the space below for easy reference:

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Unpacking the Box

The following items come with your DSS® receiver:

• Receiver (with access card inserted)

• Remote Control

• Coaxial (RF) Cable

• Telephone line cord

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Installing Batteries In the Remote Control

Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in the remote control.

1. Remove the cover of the battery compartment.

2. Place batteries as shown, matching the'+ and - end of each battery in each compartment.

3. Replace the cover.

Precautions on Battery Use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that

will damage the remote control.

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• Batteries must be replaced as a pair.

• Do not combine a used battery with a new one.

• Do not mix battery types (for example, "zinc carbon" with

"alkaline").

• Do not attempt to charge, short-circuit, disassemble, heat or burn used batteries.

• Battery replacement is necessary when the remote control reacts sporadically, or stops operating the receiver.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Using This Manual

There are a couple of conventions used in this manual that might

help you read it.

• Words that appear in ALL CAPS indicate the name of a button.

• The names of on-screen menu option are shown in italics.

Important Note about this User's Manual

This manual assumes that your DSS® system has been installed,

meaning:

1. The satellite dish has been installed, correctly pointed at the satellite, and connected to your satellite receiver.

2. The satellite receiver is connected to your television and to a telephone line.

3. The access card is installed in your satellite receiver. Your access card has been matched to your receiver, and should

already be installed when you take the receiver out of the

packing box. The access card should only be taken out of the receiver when you are issued a new card by your programming providers.

4. The remote control has batteries and can be programmed to

control both your satellite receiver and your TV (if your TV is remote-controllable).

If your system has not been installed, refer to the satellite dish

Installer's Guide for information regarding proper installation. Then, refer to the section, "Connections," in this manual. See your dealer for specific information regarding professional installation or the purchase of a Self-Installer's Kit.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

The On-Screen Navigation

Method

Point and Select is the method you use for navigating

through the menu system and program guides. Once you

know how to Point and Select, you can explore the menus to learn more about how your DSS® systenn works.

1. Point

You point by pressing the arrow keys on the remote or front panel. Pressing the arrow keys moves the on screen highlight to different items in the Program

Guides 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 MENU/SELECT button on the remote or front panel. Selecting an item tells the menu system to make the change you have indicated.

For example, the instructions in the User's Manual might

tell you to "Point to the Help button and press MENU/

SELECT." Once you understand the Point and Select method, you

can use any part of the DSS® system, beginning with the Program Guides.

Exiting A Screen

Pressing the EXIT button on the remote takes you out of the menu system and back to the program you were watching.

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PROGRAM GUIDES

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.

Bringing Up the Program Guides by Using the GUIDE Button

You can access the program guides by using the GUIDE button on

the remote, or by selecting Program Guide from the Main menu.

Each press of the GUIDE button takes you to an alternate type of

program guide:

• Press GUIDE once to see the seven-channel Grid Guide.

• Press GUIDE again to see the five-channel Info Guide which contains program information.

To switch the order in which the Grid Guide and the Info Guide appear,

select Preferences from the Assistance menu, and then use the arrow keys to set the Guide Format option.

Using the Program Guides

This section tells you how to navigate in the program guides.

Changing Channels with the number

keys (0-9)

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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 128, press the numbers 1-2-8 on the remote. To point to Channel 102, press 1-0-2.

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.

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PROGRAM GUIDES

Scrolling Page By Page

If you want to scroll up or down through the Program Guide more quickly, press the Channel Up/Down buttons on the remote control. The highlight scrolls a page at a time. This is called "paging."

Tuning to a Program

• To tune to a program listed in the guide, point to the program

and press MENU/SELECT.

• To see information about a program in the guide, press RECALL.

Then, you can select View Channel to tune to that channel.

If you select a future program, you are given program details. If you choose a pay-per-view event, a second screen allows you to buy the program, find out more information, or return to the Guide.

Selecting A Program Guide from

the Main Menu

When you access the program guides through the Main menu, you

have more available options:

1. Press MENU/SELECT to bring up the Main menu.

2. Point to Program Guide and press MENU/SELECT.

The Program Guides menu screen appears.

This is the Program Guides menu. Use the arrow to

scroll down to see the Attractions Guide option.

If you select a future program, you are given program details. If you choose a pay-per-view event, a second screen allows you to purchase the program, find out more inforrhation, or return to the Guide.

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PROGRAM GUIDES

Types of Program Guides

There are five types of program guides: the Grid Guide, the Info Guide, the Topic Guide, the Channel Guide, and the Attractions Guide.

The Grid Guide

Shows the schedule in a time-and-channel format, similar to a TV schedule listed in a newspaper.

The seven-channel Grid Guide.

The Info Guide

Shows you five channels and includes a brief description of the selected program.

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The five-channel Info Guide gives you a brief

program description.

By default, the Grid Guide appears when you press the GUIDE button on

the remote. Go to the Preferences

menu (located within the Assistance Menu) to change the default guide

from the Grid Guide to the Info Guide.

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PROGRAM GUIDES

The Topic Guide

Lets you sort the programming schedule to show certain topics, such as "movies" or "sports."

The Topic guide.

The Channel Guide

Displays the programming schedule for the selected channel.

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The Attractions Guide

Displays coming attractions and special events information.

The Attractions guide.

See the section on purchasing pay-per* view programs for more information on the Attractions guide.

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PROGRAM GUIDES

Sorting the Grid and Info Guides

There are six on-screen choices—called "buttons" — at the bottonn of the Grid Guide and the Info Guide: down arrow. Movies, Sports,,

Other, AM, and Exit.

The Sorting buttons are at the bottom of the screen.

The arrow button allows you to scroll down through other channels

in the guide. Point to the down arrow, and then press MENU/ SELECT to scroll down through the program guide.

Using the Sorting Buttons

The remaining buttons at the bottom of the guide are called

"sorting buttons." These buttons allow you to simplify the guide

to show specific types of information such as movies, or sports.

The Movies button lists movies only.

After selecting Movies, point to the Theme button that appears

and press MENU/SELECT to sort the guide to list specific types of

movies, such as comedies or thrillers.

The Sports button lists sporting events only.

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After selecting Sports, point to the Theme button that appears and

press MENU/SELECT to sort the guide to highlight specific types of sports, such as basketball or soccer.

You don't have to use the one-screen Down Arrow button to scroll through the Program Guide. You can use the Arrow Buttons on the Remote.

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PROGRAM GUIDES

Allows you choose from a list of sorting topics.

Once you have selected a sorting topic from the list, your guide

will be simplified to show only that type of program.

After selecting a topic, a Themes button may appear in the place of the Other button.

Resets the guide to show all available channels and listings.

Takes you to the guide filter screen.

Using the Themes Button

After you select one of the sorting buttons, the name of that button

changes into the Themes button. Use the Themes button to further

sort the Grid or Info Guide to show subtopics ("themes"). For example, you could simplify the guide to show "baseball" under the Sports sorting button, or "comedies" under Movies.

Exiting A Program Guide

There are two ways to exit a Program Guide:

• Point to a channel and press MENU/SELECT.

• Press EXIT on the remote.

Program Guide disappears and you are returned to regular program viewing. If you have selected a pay-per-view program, a display screen allows you to purchase the selected program.

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THE MENU SYSTEM

Using the Menu System

To bring up the Main Menu, press MENU/SELECT on the remote or front panel.

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To use the menu system, you need to know the Point and Select rule. Use the arrows on the remote to pointto an item on the screen, and then press MENU/SELECT to select it.

Exit and Help

There are Exit and Help buttons at the top of most screens. Point

to Exit and press MENU/SELECT to leave that screen. Point to

Help and press MENU/SELECT to see more information about that

screen.

Exiting a Screen

There are two ways to exit a menu:

• Point to Exit and press MENU/SELECT.

• Press the EXIT button on the remote control to go from the menu system to Satellite TV viewing.

Using Help

All menus have a Help button which gives you helpful information

explaining one aspect of that menu.

Context-Sensitive Help

Most of the screens contain information to help you to decide what to do next. If you are not sure what button to press, look for the context-sensitive help {usually at the bottom of the screen).

Main Menu Won't Appear?

If the Main Menu doesn't appear when you press MENU/SELECT, the remote might not be in DSS® mode. Try pressing the DSS button on the remote, and then MENU/SELECT.

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THE MENU SYSTEM

Menu Descriptions

This section briefly describes each of the available Main Menu options. Detailed information about each menu is included in the sections of the manual which describe each menu.

Program Guide

Shows the on-screen programming schedules.

Mailbox

Use to read mail messages sent by your program provider(s).

Purchases

Use to review or cancel upcoming purchases, and to review past purchases.

Timers

Allows you to schedule the satellite system to tune to a specific channel at a specific time.

Lists & Limits

Allows you to set rating and spending limits, and to create favorite

channel lists.

Options

Allows you to run the system test or to install a new access card.

Dish Pointing

Use to find your dish pointing coordinates, and to access the

on-screen signal strength meter.

Assistance

Shows you information about using the system and setting the system to your personal preferences.

Explore, Explore, Explore!

Once you've learned the basics, feel free to poke around the menu system because exploring is the best way to learn. The contextsensitive help at the bottom of the screen provides instructions for getting through any particular menu or control panel. Remember,

press EXIT at any time to leave the menu system and return to regular satellite TV viewing.

Don't Forget about the

EXIT button

Press the EXIT button on the remote to remove the on-screen menus and

return to satellite TV viewing.

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LISTS & LIMITS

Controlling The System

The Lists & Limits feature puts you in control of your DSS®

viewing by letting you create channel lists and set ratings and spending limits which can be password protected.

Especially for Parents

You can set up a parent approved channel list so that selected channels cannot be viewed when the system is locked, unless

the system password is entered.

In addition to activating the ratings, spending, and channel

limits, the system lock feature keeps anyone from changing any of the limits without first entering a four-digit password.

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LISTS & LIMITS

An Overview

When you select Lists & Limits from the Main Menu, the first screen

you see'is the Ratings Limit screen. By moving down through the other options, you can set per-event spending limits, create favorite channels lists, and also lock the system by assigning a password.

Setting the Ratings Limit

The Ratings Limit menu enables you to set a maximum viewing limit for rated movies (based on the MPAA ratings system), as long 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 Rating Limit an6 press MENU/SELECT.

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; then press the left arrow to set the rating. (In the preceding illustration, movies that are rated up to and including an "R" rating can be viewed.)

After the ratings limit is set and the system is locked, you must

enter the system password to watch programs with a rating higher than your limit.

You need to lock the system in order for rating limits and channel lists to go into effect. See "Locking the System" for details

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LISTS & LIMITS

Setting Up Spending Limits

Use the Spending Limit option to indicate a per-event spending

limit for pay-per-view programs.

1. Point to Spending Limit, and press MENU/SELECT.

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2. Use the arrow keys to enter a single-event 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.

Creating Favorite Channel Lists

You can create as many as four different channel lists that can be

easily accessed by using the FAV button on the remote control.

Select the Channel Lists option to create or edit a favorite channels list.

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LISTS & LIMITS

1. Point to Channel Lists and press MENU/SELECT.

Select a Favorite channel list to edit.

2. Point to a channel list option and press MENU/SELECT.

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Channels containing a checkmark are included in the channel list.

3. Use the arrow keys to point to a channel, and press MENU/SELECT to remove (or replace) the check mark.

After you have set up the channel lists and locked the system, you will need to enter the system password before you can modify the existing channel lists.

Add or Delete All Channels

You might be able to save time when creating a channel list by

using the Add AH Chans option or the Delete All option to either

add all channels or delete ail channels before removing or adding individual channels.

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Parent Approved Channel List

The Parent Apprv channel list enables you to limit access to

channels by creating a list of acceptable channels, and then locking the system.

When the system is locked, the Parent App/v list overrides all other channel lists, and requires that you enter the four-digit system

password to view an unapproved channel. Note that when you enter the system password to view an

unapproved channel, all spending, ratings, and channel limits remain unlocked until you turn off the receiver (see "Locking the

System" for more information).

Selecting a Channel List to Use

When you turn on the DSS receiver, the unit defaults to the

"Normal" channel list. You can easily change the channel list by pressing the FAV button on the remote to scroll through the available channel lists (Normal, FAV A, FAV B, and FAV C). The active channel list is indicated in the channel banner at the top of

the screen (which appears when you change channels or press

DISPLAY on the remote).

Locking the System

You can lock the system in order to put into effect the ratings, spending, and channel limits you have set up. In addition, when you lock the system, no one can modify any of these setting without

first entering the four-digit system password.

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2. Use the arrows or the digit keys to enter a four-digit system password.

3. Enter the password a second time to confirm it. After the system has been locked, you must enter the correct

password in order to access the Lists & Limits menu, so Don't

Forget Your Password! If you do forget your password, contact your program provider's authorization center.

Unlocking the System

When the system is unlocked, the spending and ratings limits, that

you have set are no longer in effect.

1. Point to Unlock Limits an6 press MENU/SELECT.

2. Point to Yes and press MENU/SELECT to confirm that you want to unlock the system.

Session Unlock

If your system is locked and you attempt to access a channel or program that is blocked by one or more limits, you are asked to enter the four-digit system password to override the system lock. If you enter the password to override the rating or spending limit, all limits are unlocked until you turn off the receiver. When you

turn on the receiver again, the system will be locked, and the normal

channel list will be selected.

Forget Your System Password?

You need to contact your program provider's authorization center to reset your system if you forget your system password.

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Pay-Per-View Programs

A pay-per-view program (PPV) is a program that you purchase-

like a movie ticket—on an event-by-event basis. For instance, you might be able to preview a movie, and then after previewing it, you can purchase the movie.

Purchasing and Viewing

There are several ways to purchase PPV movies and events:

• Tune to a PPV program by using the channel buttons on the

remote to scan through the channel lists.

• Select a PPV program from the Program Guide.

• Select a coming attraction from the Attractions menu.

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 RECALL button to bring up the Program Details screen in order to purchase a

program.

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Program Details screen.

Follow the on-screen instructions to purchase the selected program.

You may need to enter your foundigit system password to order a PPV program if it costs more than the spending limit you set up in the Lists & Limits menu.

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Using the Program Guide for PPV

Programs

If you highlight a PPV program in the Program Guide and then press RECALL on the remote control, you see a program details screen similar to the following:

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at a friend's wedding and, tor the first time contemplates

the idea of marriage.

Use the Program Guide to get to the PPV Program Details screen.

Select View Channel to see go to that channel and view a

program preview (if a preview is available).

Select Channel Guide to go to the channel guide.

Select Buy Program to purchase the program.

Select Other 77mesto see additional show times.

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 and purchased

through the Attractions Guide.

Use Point and Select to go to the Attractions Guide (located within

the Program Guide menu).

Coming Atlr&ctions

DTV Movies

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Buy and Record Option

Your program provider may offer PPV programs that are coded so that you cannot record them. When these programs are offered, an additional option {Buy andRecordI appears in the program details screen. Selecting Buy

and Record allows you to record the

program; selecting Buy Program allows you only to watch the program.

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The Attractions Guide is accessed through the Program Guide menu.

You need to connect your phone line to your satellite receiver to be able to order PPV programs by using the on screen menus.

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Using the Purchases Menu

The Purchases menu allows you to review upcoming and past purchases.

upcoming Purchatas

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The Purchases menu shows you upcoming or past

purchases.

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 be modified after each billing cycle and still show purchases for which you have

already paid.

Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase

Use Point and Select to choose an upcoming purchase and review the program description. From the Purchase Edit screen, you can also cancel an upcoming purchase.

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The Purchase Edit screen lets you cancel an

upcoming purchase.

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Timer Feature

The Tinner feature allows you to preset your system to automatically tune to a particular channel at a predetermined time.

To use the Timer feature, select Timers from the main menu to bring up the Timers screen. Select a Timer (1,2, 3, or 4) and then use the arrow keys to complete the on-screen sentence. When the sentence is complete, select Run Timer.

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Complete the sentence to set up the selected timer.

Using Logo Tune

Press the LOGO TUNE button on the remote to bring up the

current channel list in channel logo format. Then Point and Select a channel from the logo list.

Use Logo Tune to see a logo-based channel list.

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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 satellite receiver is turned on or off.

• If the satellite receiver is turned on, a mail icon appears in

the upper right corner of the channel marker.

• If the satellite receiver is turned off, the power light on the

front pane! of the receiver flashes.

Checking Your Mail

Select Mailbox on the Main menu to view your mail.

1. Point to a message and press MENU/SELECT. The message

is opened for you to read.

2. Press MENU/SELECT again to close the letter. After you read a message and want to erase it, point to Erase

and press MENU/SELECT. When you exit the display screen,

messages not erased are saved in memory.

Alternate Audio Programs

Alternate Audio allows you to select different audio programs

(when available) to be played with the video. For example, audio broadcast in a second language may be available for certain programs.

There are two ways to change the audio:

• Press ALT AUD on the remote.

• Select Alternate Audio from the Preferences menu (located

within the Options menu).

Is your POWER Light Flashing?

Don't worry, your receiver's not broken. It means that you have mail.

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ALT AUD Remote Button

Temporary audio selections are made by pressing ALT AUD on the remòte. All the available audio types are selected one after

another as you continue pressing the ALT AUD button. Once selected, the chosen audio remains selected until it is changed or until the satellite receiver is turned off.

Alternate Audio Display Screen

When you select Alternate Audio from the Preferences menu, the Alternate Audio display screen comes up.

Point to an audio language, and press MENU/SELECT. A check mark next to a language option means you have selected that language. The satellite system will then automatically set the audio program to the selected audio program type when that

type is available.

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.

System Test

The System Test display screen is accessed through the Options

menu, and allows you to initiate diagnostic procedures on the satellite system. You should use this feature to get your Access Card dumber, or when your recelverdoesn't seem to be working correctly. There are four separate tests: signal, tuning, phone connection, and access card.

A message'screen appears, telling you whether the system

passed each test. If your system fails a test, run the system test

several times before concluding that there ,is a problem.

Occasional fluctuations in the phone line or satellite signal can

give temporary false failure readings.

Regarding Picture Size...

You should only use the Cinema option if you have a wide screen TV; using the Cinema option on a standard TV screen could crop the picture.

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New Access Card Setup

Periodically, your program provider may issue a replacement access card. The New Access Card Setup display screen allows you to transfer the information from the old card onto the new one.

Follow the display screen prompts to initialize your new card.

Once you have transferred the information to the new card, your

old card becomes invalid.

Because your specific account information and custom settings

are stored in the access card, power failures should have no

effect on your satellite system.

Using On-Line Help

On-line Help is available for all of the menus and display screens.

The System provides Auto Help, Help buttons, and Menu Help.

Auto Help

Most menus contain a short description of that menu.

Help Buttons

Help buttons appear in many display screens. To see information about the display screen you are using, point to the Help button and press MENU/SELECT.

Press MENU/SELECT again to remove the message from the screen.

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Menu Help

Select 4bot/f DSSfrom the Assistance 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, then use the right arrow key to continue through each of the Help screens or press MENU/SELECT to return to the Help menu.

Program Guide shows a screen-by-screen overview of the

Program Guide features.

Menu System shows a screen-by-screen overview of the

DSS® menu system.

Remote Control shows an on-screen display of the remote

control. Point to the different remote buttons to see a brief

description of the highlighted button.

Front Panel shows an on-screen display of the satellite

receiver front panel. Point to the different front panel features

to see a brief description of the highlighted feature.

Back Panel shows an on-screen display of the satellite

receiver back panel. Point to the different back panel features

to see a brief description of the highlighted feature.

Glossary shows a list of common DSS® and TV terms. Point

to a glossary item to see a brief description.

Use the About DSS menu (within the Assistance menu) to learn more about your system.

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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 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 and 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 Tips 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 satellite receiver on the top shelf of

the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components.

CAUTION

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS 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 DSS receiver on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier.

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Connecting Your Satellite

Receiver to Your TV

If your satellite system has not been professionally installed, or if you move your system or add a component, refer to these pages to help you connect your system.

Jacks and Cables

S-Video Jack and Cable (S-VHS)

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 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.

S-Video Jack

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. The satellite 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 satellite 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 satellite receiver are labeled IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV. The coaxial cable supplied with your satellite system is used to connect the RF jacks between the satellite receiver and your TV's antenna input.

Audio/Video Jack

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Choosing a Connection

The following pages show four examples of hookups commonly

used to connect the satellite receiver with a TV and other

components. Refer to your TV and VCR Owner's Manuals for more

information on hooking up your specific components.

Connection A

Provides the best possible picture and stereo audio quality.

To use Connection A, you must have:

• TV with S-Video input, plus separate RF and audio/video inputs (jacks).

• VCR with RF and audio/video inputs and outputs

• S-Video, coaxial, and audio/video cables

Connection B

Provides.very good picture and stereo audio quality.

To use Connection B, you must have:

• TV with separate RF and audio/video inputs (jacks)

• VCR with RF and audio/video inputs and outputs

• Coaxial and audio/video cables

Connection C

Provides good picture and mono audio quality.

To use Connection C, you must have:

• TV with RF input (jack)

• VCR with RF and audio/video inputs

• Coaxial and audio/video cables

Connection D

Provides good picture and mono audio quality.

To use Connection D, you must have:

• TV with RF input (jack)

• Coaxial cables

CAUTION

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS 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 DSS receiver on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier.

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Connection A

Best Picture and Sound Quality

To use this connection you must have:

• TV with separate RF, audio/video, and S-Video-inputs (jacks)

• VCR with RF and audio/video inputs

• Coaxial, audio/video, and S-Video cables

To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable box.

1. Connect coaxial cables as shown.

2. Connect audio/video cables as shown.

3. Connect S-Video cable as shown.

To receive DSS® programming:

1. Tune TV to receive the S-Video output from the satellite receiver.

2. Tune satellite receiver to desired channel.

To receive off-air programming (no cable box):

1. Turn off VCR and satellite receiver.

2. Tune TV to desired channel.

To receive off-air programming (with cable box):

1. Turn off VCR and satellite receiver.

2. Tune TV to cable box output channel (usually CH2, CHS, or CH4).

3. Tune cable box to desired channel.

To record DSS® programming:

1. Tune TV to receive S-Video output from satellite receiver.

2. Tune satellite receiver to desired channel.

3. Set your VCR to record on line input.

To view VCR programming:

1. Tune TV to VCR output channel (usually CH3 or CH4).

CAUTION

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS 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 DSS receiver on top

of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier.

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Connection B

Very Good Picture and Sound Quality

To use this connection you must have:

• TV with separate RF and audio/video inputs (jacks)

• VCR with RF and audio/video inputs

• Coaxial and audio/video cables

To connect TV, VCR and antenna or cable box.

1. Connect coaxial cables as shown.

2. Connect audio/video cables as shown.

To receive DSS® programming:

1. Tune TV to receive line output from satellite receiver (often called Input 1).

2. Tune satellite receiver to desired channel.

To receive off-air programming (no cable box):

1. Turn off VCR and satellite receiver.

2. Tune TV to desired channel.

To receive off-air programming (with cable box):

1. Turn off VCR and satellite receiver.

2. Tune TV to cable box output channel (usually CH2, CH3, orCH4).

3. Tune cable box to desired channel.

To record DSS® programming:

1. Tune TV to receive line output from satellite receiver (Inputi).

2. Tune satellite receiver to desired channel.

3. Set your VCR to record on line input.

To view VCR programming:

1. Tune TV to VCR output channel (usually CH3 or CH4).

CAUTION

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS 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 perforrhance or damage your receiver and other components.

Do not stack the DSS receiver on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier.

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Connection C

Good Picture and Sound Quality

To use this connection you must have:

• TV with RF input (jack)

• VCR with RF and audip/video inputs

• Coaxial and audio/video cables

To connect TV, VCR, and antenna or cable box.

1. Connect coaxial cables and audio/video cables as shown.

To receive DSS® programming:

• Tune TV to channel 3 or 4 (depending on how you set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the receiver).

To receive off-air programming (no cable box):

1. Turn off VCR and satellite receiver.

2. Tune TV to desired channel.

To receive cable programming (with cable box):

1. Turn off VCR and satellite receiver.

2. Tune TV to cable box output channel (usually CH2, CH3, or CH4).

3. Tune cable box to desired channel.

To record DSS® programming:

1. Tune TV to the channel on which you receive the DSS® signal.

2. Tune satellite receiver to desired channel.

3. Set VCR to record on line input.

To view VCR programming:

1. Tune TV to VCR output channel (usually CH3 or CH4).

2. Turn satellite receiver off.

CAUTION

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS 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 DSS receiver on top

of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier.

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Connection D

Good Picture and Sound Quality)

To use this connection you must have:

• TV with RF input

• Coaxial cables

To connect TV and antenna or cable box:

1. Connect coaxial cables as shown.

To receive DSS® programming:

• Tune TV to channel 3 or 4 (depending on how you set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the receiver.

To receive off-air programming (no cable box):

1. Turn off satellite receiver.

2. Tune TV to desired channel.

To receive cable programming (with cable box):

1. Turn off satellite receiver.

2. Tune TV to cable box output channel (usually CH2, CH3, orCH4).

3. Tune cable box to desired channel.

CAUTION

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DSS 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 DSS receiver on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier.

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interactive Setup

If you self-installed your satellite dish, 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, go to the Assistance menu and select Setup.

If you just want to check your dish pointing coordinates, or run the signal strength meter, select Dish Pointingirom the Main menu.

Disabling Interactive Setup

The Interactive Setup menus automatically appear on-screen the first time you plug in your receiver, and when power is restored after a power loss.

The final step of the Interactive Setup allows you to disable the

automatic appearance of the Interactive Setup.

To enable it again, select Setup from the Assistance menu and then

follow the Interactive Setup routine until the end, where you can choose to enable the automatic feature.

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To begin iha satup routine, use the arrow» on th» remote to highlight

'Begin Setup,* then pres» MENU.

To »kip the Interactive setup, use ttw arrow» to highlight 'Cancel ^tup,' than press MENU.

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DSS® System Overview

Although the DSS® system is simple to use, there are a

number of parts in the system. Don't be overwhelmed. This section explains how these different parts work together to bring a picture to your screen.

Controls and Buttons

This section also describes the controls located on the front and back of the receiver.

Programming the Remote

Control

Your remote capable of controlling other devices as well. This section tells you howto program the remote to control TVs, VCRs, Laserdisc players, and other equipment.

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Parts of the DSS® System

One way to understand the DSS® system is to look at the different parts of the system—from the studio down to the satellite receiver and remote control in your home.

World View

These parts make up the DSS® system "big picture.'

Uplink Center Transmits programming up to the satellite. Satellite Relays the programming signals back to your satellite

dish. The satellite is parked above the equator, in geostationary orbit 22,300 miles above the earth.

Satellite Dish Antenna Receives the satellite signals. Because the satellite is so powerful, the dish can be as small as 18 inches.

Program Provider Authorization Center Processes billing statements. Your DSS® system is linked to the Service Center through the phone jack on the back of your satellite receiver.

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Home View

These parts are inside of or attached to your house.

Satellite Dish Picks up the satellite's coded program information and relays it to your satellite receiver. (Your satellite dish may be

installed in different locations on or around your house. The satellite dish must, however, be pointed in a southern direction

toward the satellite.) Satellite Receiver Receives the TV program information and sends

it to your TV or VCR.

Telephone Jack Connects to the phone jack on the back of the satellite receiver. The satellite receiver uses a toll-free number once

a month to update your access card. This update only takes a few

seconds and ensures that you will have continuous service. The system automatically hangs up if you pick up the phone when the satellite receiver is calling out.

Television If your television is remote controllable, you can

program the remote to change channels and volume.

Home Theater Universal Remote (included with your DSS® system)

Controls the DSS® system as well as most remote controllable TVs, VCRs, and other devices. You may need to program the remote to control specific brands of devices you own.

Access Card (installed in satellite receiver) Must be inserted for you to use the DSS® system! Provides system security and

authorization of DSS® services. Do not remove the card except when issued a new card as a replacement for the original.

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Controls and Buttons

This part of the Reference sections discusses the controls and

buttons located on the receiver and the rennote control.

Front Panel Controls

POWER Turns the satellite receiver's power on or put

the unit into standby mode.

RECALL Brings up the on-screen channel marker. TV/DSS Switches the source of the video signal from

DSS® satellite signals to an off-air antenna or cable signal {if you are using RF output from the satellite receiver).

ARROWS Press 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."

MENU/SELECT Brings up the Main Menu. If you are

already in the menu system (or a program guide), press MENU/SELECT to select a highlighted choice.

ACCESS CARD Identifies you to your program

providers. The DSS® system requires a valid access card.

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Back Panel

IN FROM ANT Use to connect an off-air antenna or cable TV signal to

the DSS® system.

OUT TO TV Use to connect the satellite receiver to your TV. However,

if your TV has audio/video jacks, you should use those jacks to get better picture and sound quality.

CH3/CH4 SWITCH If a coaxial cable is used to connect the satellite

receiver to your TV, you must set the CH3/CH4 SWITCH. For example, to see the DSS® signal on TV channel 3, set the switch to 3.

S-VIDEO Provides the best picture quality. If your TV has S-VIDEO

capability, use this jack along with the audio/video input jacks to connect the satellite receiver to your TV.

VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the OUT TO TV jack. If your

TV has audio/video capability, use this jack to connect the satellite 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 satellite receiver to your TV. You must also connect the VIDEO jack.

WIDE BAND DATA PORT This port allows you to connect the DSS®

system to future services and accessories as they become available. A shielded cable and additional hardware may be required.

SATELLITE IN Use to connect the satellite receiver to the satellite dish. REMOTE IN Use in conjunction with remote control signal senders to

control the receiver from another room.

PHONE JACK Use to connect a phone line to the satellite receiver.

The DSS® system uses a phone line connection to periodically call out to

program providers.

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Remote Control Buttons

DIGIT KEYS (O - 9) Use the digit keys to tune

directly to a channel. If you are in the menu system, use the digit keys to eriter numbers for the time, date, channel, and passwords.

TVWIDEO Press to select TV or Video input.

0 MUTE Turns off the sound. Press again to

restore the sound.

Mode Selection Buttons Selects the

operation mode for the remote control.

VOL UP/DOWN Adjusts the audio volume.

MENU/SELECT Brings up the Main menu. If

you are already in the menu system {or a program guide), press MENU/SELECT to select a highlighted choice.

EXIT Removes the on-screen displays and

return to normal viewing.

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."

RECALL Brings up the on-screen channel

marker.

0 LOGO TUNE Brings up the on-screen logos

that correspond to your current channel list. Use the arrows to point to a logo and tune to that channel.

(Gui^ [[ MEKtTj] ------@

SELECT^

<0 ^

FAW RECALLy/LOCOnntE

----If-----

<3 o-

TV/VCR ALTAUD, TV/DSS

DEC STOP PAUSE '■

(CT ro~l dD ;

To Maximize Battery Life...

The lights can be turned OFF and ON by pressing R-TUNE and RECALL at the same time.

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^ TV/DSS Switches the video input between TV and

DSS® mode.

VCR Control Buttons Use when controlling an

auxiliary device, such as a VCR or laserdisc player.

^ ALT AUD (Alternate Audio) ^ Use to step through the

available languages or audio types for a program.

@ TVA/CR Switches the video input between TV and VCR.

@ FAV Use to toggle through the favorite channel lists.

@ GUIDE Bri ngs up the on-screen program guide.

Continue to press the GUIDE button to toggle between

the Grid and Info Guide options.

CHAN UPTOWN 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.

POWER Turns the device you are controlling on or off.

@ R-TUNE (Rapid Tune) Moves you back and forth

between the last two selected channels.

Helpful Hints

If the selected component does not respond to the remote control,

ensure that the proper mode is selected. First, press the Mode

Selection Button that corresponds to that component. For

example, after first pressing the DSS Mode button, the remote

will remain in DSS® mode for any following commands. If another

mode button is pressed while operating the satellite receiver, the

DSS button must be pressed again to reset the DSS® mode

condition.

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Programming the Remote

Control Using Access Codes

The Mode Selection Buttons control the operation of a TV, Cable box (CBL), VCR, Receiver (RCVR), Laserdisc player (LD), and auxiliary devices (AUX) such as a CD player, a Cassette

Player or, a DVD player. The remote mode buttons can be set

to control other manufacturer's devices by the following

methods.

When the Code is Known (Preferred Method)

Procedure for setting up remote using the numerical buttons:

• Determine the brand of the device.

• Identify code{s) associated with the brand (see following pages for code listings).

Remote Code

• Confirm the device is plugged in and operating properly.

1. Press and hold both the MENU/SELECT and the POWER buttons at the same time for at least five seconds, then release both buttons.

2. Press the Mode button that you want to program (TV, CBL, RCVR, VCR1, VCR2, AUX, or LD).

3. Enter the three-digit code for the brand of device (from the code list on the pages that follow) by using the number buttons on the remote control.

4. Press POWER to send a test signal. If the code is correct, the device will respond correctly.

Note that some brands have multiple codes. Repeat the procedure using each listed code until the device responds

correctly.

- If you enter an incorrect code or incomplete entry after

thirty seconds, the settings will not change.

<ouio^ (TmEWU ]] ChfQ

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.

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When the Code is Not Known

Procedure for setting up remote using the numerical buttons:

Confirm the device is plugged in and operating properly.

Press and hold both the MENU/SELECT and the

POWER button at the same time for at least five

seconds; then release both buttons.

Press the Mode button that you want to program

(TV, CBL, RCVR, VCR1, VCR2, AUX, or LD). Press the VOL UP button to step to the next code.

Press POWER to send a test signal. If the code is

4. correct, the device will respond correctly.

- Repeat the preceding steps until the proper ' device code is found. It may take several

attempts before the correct code is found.

When the correct code has been found (the device

turns on), press the MENU/SELECT button to store the code.

For future reference, write down the code numbers for each device in the space provided:

CBL

(cable box)

RCVR

(Receiver or Amplifier)

VCRl

VCR2

(Laser Disc Player)

other component

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Television Infrared Codes Index

The Universal Infrared Remote Control is capable of operating many brands of televisions. Refer to the preceding pages for programming procedures.

NOTE; The Universal Remote Control memory is limited. Some models of televisions

may not operate. The Universal Remote Control is not designed to control all features

that are available in all models.

NOTE: After entering the proper infrared code, press the Remote TV selection mode

button.

Code Index for Televisions

TV Brand

A-Mark Admiral 093 JBL 054 Afko 092 JCB Akai Ó30 Aileron 179 KEC Anam 180 Anam National AOC 003,019, 030 Logik 016 Archer Audiovox

Belcor Bell & Howell 016, 154 Bradford Brockwood

Broksonic 003 Candle 030, 056 Carver 054 Celebrity 000 Citizen 030, 039, 056,

Concerto 056

Contee

Craig 180

Crown 039, 180

Curtis Mathes 030, 039, 060,154

CXC

Daewoo 019, 039, 092, 451

Daytron

Dumont 017,019

Electro band 000

Emerson

Envision 030

Fisher Fujitsu 179 Funai 179, 180 Futuretech 180 GE

Gibraltar Goldstar

Grunpv 179, 180 Hallmark 178 Harvard Hitachi 056, 145 Ima

Code(8)

003 Infinity 054

055 KTV 030, 039, 180

003 Luxman 056 003,180 LXI 047, 054, 154, 156, 019

180

019

060, 092

180

019

019, 039, 154, 178, 179,180, 236, 282, 463

154, 159

021,047, 051, 055, 135, 178, 282, 451 017, 109, 030 019, 030, 039, 056, 178

180

TV Brand

JVC 053

Kenwood 019, 030

Magnavox Majestic 016 Marantz 030, 054 Megatron 003, 145, 178 Memorex

MGA 019, 030, 150, 178 Midland 017, 039, 047,051,

Minutz 021 Mitsubishi 019, 150, 178

! Motorola 055, 093

MTC 019, 030, 056, 060

Multitech NAD 156, 166, 178 NEC 019, 030,056 Nikko 030, 092,178 NTC 092 Onwa Optimus Optonica Orion Panasonic 051,054, 055, 250 Penney

Philco Philips Pilot 019, 030, 039 Pioneer 166 Portland 019, 039, 092 Priced ub Prism 051 ProScan Proton Pulsar 017 Pulser Quasar

Code(s)

000

180

178 030, 054

016, 056, 150, 154, 178

135

180

154, 166 093, 165 236

003,018,019, 021, 030, 039, 047, 051,

060, 135, 156, 178

019, 030, 054

054

060

047

003, 178, 466

019

051,055, 250

TV Brand

Radio Shack 019, 039, 165, 180 RCA

Realistic

Runco Sampo 030, 039 Samsung

Samsux Sanyo Scimitsu Scotch 178 Scott 019, 178, 179, 180,

Sears 047, 054, 056, 154,

Sharp Shogun

Signature 016 Sony Soundesign 178, 179, 180 Spectricon SSS 019, 180 Starlite 180 Supreme

Sytvania 030, 054 Tandy 093 Tatung 003, 055

Technics 051,250

Technol Ace

Techwood 051,056, 003

Teknika 019, 039, 054, 056,

TMK 056, 178

Toshiba

Totevision 039

Vector Research 030

Victor 053

Vidikron 054

Vidtech 019, 178

Wards

Yamaha

Zenith

Zonda

Code(8}

018,019, 047, 090, 135

019, 030, 039, 056, 154, 165, 178, 180

017,030

019, 030, 039, 056, 060, 178 039 154, 159 019

236

156, 159, 178, 179, 039, 093, 165 019

000

003

000

179

060, 092, 150, 179, 180

060, 154, 156

016, 019, 021, 030, 054, 056, 165, 178,

179

019,030

016,017 003

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VCR Infrared Codes Index

The Universal Infrared Remote Control is capable of operating many brands of VCRs. Refer to the preceding pages for programming procedures.

NOTE: The Universal Remote Control memory is limited. Some models of VCRs

may not operate. The Universal Remote Control is not designed to control all

features that are available in all models.

NOTE: After entering the proper infrared code, press the Remote VCR selection

mode button.

Code Index for VCRs

VCR Brand

Adventura 000 KEC Aiko Aiwa 000 Akai American High 035 Lloyd 000 Asha 240 Audiovox 037

Beaumark 240 Bell & Howell

Broksonic 121,184,211 Marantz , 035, 081 Calix 037 Canon 035 Matsushita 035

Carver 081 MEI 035

CCE 072, 278 Me mo rex 000, 035, 037, 039,

Citizen 037,278 Colt 072

Craig 037, 047, 072, 240

Curtis Mathes 035, 041,060

Cybernex

Daewoo 045, 278

Dynatech

Electrohome 037

Electrophonic 037

Emerex

Emerson 000, 002, 037,

Fisher

Fuji 033, 035 Orion

Funai

Garrard 000 Penney 035, 037, 038, 042,

GE 035, 060

Goldstar

Gradiente 000

Harley Davidson 000

Harman Kardon

Harwood 072

Headquarter

Hl-Q

Hitachi 041,042

Jensen 041

JVC 041, 067

Code(s) VCR Brand Code(s)

037, 278 Radio Shack 000; 037

278 Kenwood

041, 061

104 Magnin 240

240

000

032

043, 061,121, 184, 211,278,479 047, 104 Optimus 037, 048,104

000 Panasonic 035, 162, 225, 454

037, 038

038

046 047

KLH 072 Randex 037 Kodak 035, 037 RCA 042, 060

Logik 072 LXI 037 Magnavox

Marta

MGA 043, 061 MGN Technology Minolta 042 Mitsubishi Motorola 035, 048 MTC 000, 240 Multitech 000, 072 NEC 038, 041,067, 104 Nikko 037 Noblex Olympus 035

Pentax 043 Vector Philco Philips 035, 081 Video Concepts Pilot 037 Pioneer 067 Protec 072 Pulsar Quarter Quartz 046 Quasar

038, 041,067

035, 039, 081

037

046, 047, 048, 104, 240

240

043, 061,067

240

479

240 Unitech 240

035

039 046

035

VCR Brand

Radix 037

Realistic 000, 035, 037, 046,

Ricoh 034 Runco 039 Samsung 045, 240 Sanky Sansui 041,067 Sanyo 046, 047,104, 240 Scott 043, 045, 121, 184,

Sears 035, 037, 042, 046,

Sharp 048 Shintom Shogun Singer 072 Sony STS 042 Sylvania Symphonic Tatung 041 Teac 000, 041 Technics 035, 162 Teknika 000, 035, 037 TMK Toshiba Totevision

Vector Research

Videosonic 240 Wards 000, 035, 042, 047,

XR-1000 Yamaha 038 Zenith

Code(s)

047, 048, 104, 240

039, 048

211

047, 104

072 240

032, 033, 034, 035

000, 035, 043, 081 000

240 043, 045 037, 240

045 038

045, 061

048, 060, 072, 240

000, 035, 072

033, 034, 039

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Cassette Players, CD Players, DVD players

Receivers, and Amplifiers Infrared Codes Index

The Universal Infrared Remote Control is capable of operating many brands of Cassette Players, CD Players, DVD players, Receivers, or Amplifiers. Refer to the

preceding pages for programming procedures.

NOTE: The Universal Remote Control memory is limited. Some models of Cassette

Players, CD Players, DVD Players, Receivers, or Amplifiers may not operate. The Universal Remote Control is not designed to control all features that are available in all models.

NOTE: After entering the proper infrared code, press the Remote AUX selection mode

button to operate a Cassette Player, DVD player, or CD Player.

Code Index for Cassette Players

Brand

Panasonic

Technics

Code(s)

272 229

Code Index for DVD

Brand Code(s)

Panasonic 490

NOTE: After entering the proper infrared code, press

the Remote RCVR selection mode button to operate a

Receiver or Amplifier.

Code Index for Receivers and Amplifiers

Brand

ADC Aiwa Carver Casio Clarinette Denon

Fisher 042,219 Garrard JVC

Kenwood

Lloyd's

Magnavox

Marantz

MCS

Modulaire

NAD

Nakamichi 347

Onkyo

Optimus

Code(s)

531 121, 158, 189 008, 042, 189 195

195

004

463 074 027, 186

195

189, 195, 531 039, 189 039

195

320

135

080, 186,219, 531

Code Index for CD Players

Brand Code(s)

California Audio Lab 029 Marantz 029 MCS 029 Panasonic 029, 367 Quasar 029 Technics 029, 303

Brand

Panasonic 039 Penney Philips Pioneer Quasar 039 RCA Realistic 195’ Sansui Sanyo 219 Sharp

Sherwood

Sony 158 Teac Technics

Victor Wards

Yamaha

Yorx

Code(s)

195 189 014, 080, 531

531

189

186

502

463 039, 208, 309,518 074

014, 042, 080, 158, 189 176, 186 195

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Cable Converter Box Infrared Codes Index

The Universal Infrared Remote Control is capable of operating many brands of Cable Converter Boxes. Refer to the preceding pages for programming procedures.

NOTE: The Universal Remote Control memory is limited. Some models of Cable

Converter Boxes may not operate. The Universal Remote Control is not designed to control all features that are available in all models.

NOTE: After entering the proper infrared code, press the Remote CBL selection mode

button to operate a Cable Converter Box.

Code Index for Cable Converter Box

Brand Code<s)

ABC 003, 007, 008, Oil, 014,

Contee Oae Ryung Everquest 015 Gemini General Instrument 011,476 Goldstar 144 Hamlin 020 Hitachi Oil Hytex 007 Jerrold

Memorex Oak 007, 019 Panasonic 000, 021,107 Paragon Pioneer Pulsar 000

017 019 008

015

003,011,012,014,015, 476 000

000

144

Brand

RCA 021 Regal Rembrandt oil Bunco 000 Samsung 144 Scientific Atlanta 008,017, 477 Signal 015 Signature on Sprucer Starcom Stargate 015. Starquest 015 Tocom 012 Toshiba 000 Tusa 015 United Artists 007 United Cable Zenith

Code{s)

020

021 003,015

003 000

Laser Disc Players Infrared Remote Codes Index

The Universal Infrared Remote Control is capable of operating many brands of Laser

Disc players. Refer to the preceding pages for programming procedures.

NOTE: The Universal Remote Control memory is limited. Some models of Laser Disc

players may not operate. The Universal Remote Control is not designed to control all

features that are available in all models.

NOTE: After entering the proper infrared code, press the Remote LD mode button to

operate a Laser Disc player.

Code Index for Laser Disc

Brand

Mitsubishi 059 NAD Panasonic

Pioneer Quasar 204 Sony

Codecs)

059 204 059

201

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Remote Control Quick Reference Functional Key Chart

KEY

(^OW^

(jiurT)

MODE

DSS TV, VCR CBL

RECEIVER/AMPUFIER

CD PLAYER

TV (All Modes)

ALL COMPONENTS

DSS, TV, VCR, LDP, DVD CBL RECEIVER/AMPUFIER

DSS

CBL

VCR

RECEIVER/AMPUFIER CD TAPE CASSETTE PLAYER

DSS (DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEM)

FUNCTION

Selects channel Selects channel

Selects channel

Selects Track Number

Selects the TV or Video Input Mode

Turns On and Off Selected Components

Mutes TV Audio Mutes Audio Mutes Audio

Selects Previously Tuned Channel Selects Previously Tuned Channel Selects Previously Tuned Channel Selects Previously Tuned Channel Switches Between AM and FM Selects Next Disc Selects Tape Cassette Player A or B

DSS Mode Selection for Remote Control

% ^

CBL

RECEIVER/AMPUFIER

VCR1, VCR2

CASSETTE PLAYER

CD DVD

LASER DISC'PLAYER

DSS

CBL RECEIVER/AMPUFIER LD DVD

TV Mode Selection for Remote Control

Cable Mode Selection for Remote Control

Receiver/Amplifier Mode Selection for Remote Control

VCR Mode Selection for Remote Control

AUX Mode Selection for Remote Control Enables User to Operate a Tape Cassette Player, Digital Video Disc, or a CD Player.

LD Mode Selection for Remote Control

DSS Channel Up/Down, Page Up/Down

Channel Up/Down, Menu Navigation (Panasonic only)

Channel Up/Down Preset or Tuning Frequency

Skip + or Skip -

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Remote Control Quick Reference Functional Key Chart

KEY

(JuIdO If MENU ] CJXIT^

SELECT

[ MENU ]

<3^0-

FAV

RECALL

LOGO TUNE

TV/VCR

ALT AUD.

TV/DSS

o ■

REW

PLAY

{^)

MODE

DSS TV CBL

RECEIVER/AMPLIFIER VCR

LDP, DVD

DSS (GUIDE) DSS (EXIT)

DSS

DSS Toggles through DSS Favorite Channel Lists.

DSS Displays Current DSS Settings

DSS

TV/CBL VCR

DSS

TV/CBL

VCR, LDP, TAPE, DVD

TV/CBL VCR, LDP, CD, DVD TAPE

TV Volume Volume Up/Down, Menu Navigation {Panasonic only)

Volume Up/Down

TV Volume Up/Down TV Volume Up/Down ,

DSS Guide DSS Exit/Clear

Acts as Menu Button fro DSS Activates TV Menus (Panasonic TV Only) Act as Enter key on some brands of TVs

DSS Menu/Guide Navigation Keys, DSS Channel Up/Down North, South, East, West Navigation keys for some Panasonic and Quasar TVs

Ch, Time, Programming Information

Brings Up Network Logos for "Tuning by Logo" feature

Toggle TV/VCR Mode of last selected VCR1, VCR2 TV/VCR Mode

Steps through all available languages for a program

Switches the video input between TV and DSS mode

Rewind of last selected VCR1, VCR2, or LD Rewind

Selects Previous Track

Play of last selected VCRl, VCR2, or LD Play Play (in Normal Direction)

FUNCTION

[>E>

REC

STOP

(□ 1

PAUSE

(T)

TV/CBL

VCR, LDP, TAPE, DVD

TV/CBL

VCR, TAPE

TV/CBL

DVD, VCR, LDP, TAPE, CD

TV/CBL

DVD, VCR, LDP, TAPE, CD

Fast Forward of last selected VCR1, VCR2, or LD Fast Forward Selects Next Track

Record of last selected VCR1, VCR2, or LD Record

Stop of last selected VCRl, VCR2, or LD Stop

Pause of last selected VCRl, VCR2, or LD Pause

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Troubleshooting

The DSS® System Test allows you to run a basic diagnostics check

on your DSS® system. If you are experiencing any trouble with your system, run the system test.

Make sure that

• All connections—jacks, cables, etc. are correctly in place.

• There are batteries in the remote, and that they are working correctly.

• The access card is installed in the receiver.

Running the System Test

Follow these steps to run the diagnostics system test on your

system.

1. Turn on your TV and the satellite receiver.

2. Press DSS to put remote in DSS® mode, then press MENU/SELECT to bring up the Main menu.

3. Point to and select Options.

4. Point to and select System Test. Follow the on-screen directions

after the test is completed.

5. If your system does not pass the system test, check any of these potential trouble areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish,

phone connection, and access card.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

PANASONIC

Digital Satellite Systems

Limited Warranty

Matsushita Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as "The Warrantor") will repair this product with new or refurbished parts, free of charge, in the USA from the date of original purchase in the event of a defect in materials or workmanship as follows:

Parts — New or rebuilt parts in exchange for defective parts for one (1 ) year from the date of original purchase. Labor — Mail-in service for ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase for all parts, except for in-home

service on the LNB for 90 days from the date of original purchase. After the ninety (90) day labor warranty period, purchaser pays for all labor charges.

Batteries fif included) — New rechargeable batteries in exchange for defective rechargeable batteries for ten

(10) days from the date of original purchase. Non-rechargeable batteries are not warranted.

To obtain service in the USA during the warranty period call toll free:

1-888-PANA-DSS

(1-888-7161-377)

This warranty is extended only to the original purchaser. A purchase receipt or other proof of date of original

purchase will be required before warranty service is rendered.

This warranty only covers failures due to defects in materials and workmanship and does not cover normal wear or cosmetic damages. The warranty does not cover damages which occurred in shipment, or failures which are caused by products not supplied by Panasonic, or failures which result from accident, misuse, abuse, neglect,

mishandling, faulty installation, set-up adjustments, improper operation or maintenance, customer instruction, alteration, line power surge, lightning damage, signal reception problems, modification, improper voltage supply, commercial use such as hotel, office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an authorized factory office, restaurant, or other business or rental use of the product, or service by anyone other than an authorized factory Servicenter, or damage that is attributable to acts of God.

Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship as determined by the warranty, in its sole discretion, are not covered. Cost of such Service Calls are the responsibility of the purchaser.

Limits and Exclusions

There are no express warranties except as listed above.

PANASONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE

USE OF THIS PRODUCT, OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, ARE LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on

how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

If a problem with this product develops during or after the warranty period, you may contact your dealer or Servicenter. If the problem is not handled to your satisfaction, then write to the Customer Satisfaction Center at the company address indicated above.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

PANASONIC

Digital Satellite Systems

Service Directory

Operation Assistance • Diagnostic Assistance • Warranty Service

Call Panasonic on our toll-free telephone number when you need assistance with installation, hook-up, operational or service information. To expedite your technical support call, please have your model, serial number, and date of purchase available:

1-888-PAN A-DSS

{1-888-7161-377)

8:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. Monday - Friday, Eastern Standard Time 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Eastern Standard Time

In the event that our technical representatives are unable to quickly resolve your problem over the telephone,

Panasonic can provide a replacement receiver via a cornmon carrier service. For complete details please

read the Digital Satellite System Replacement Program.

Accessories Purchase

Contact your local Panasonic dealer or dial toll free:

1-800-332-5368 (Consumer Orders Only)

6:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday, Pacific Standard Time

6:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Saturday, Pacific Standard Tme (Visa, Mastercard, Discover Card, Check, or Money Order)

Parts Distribution Locations

To locate a parts distributor in your area (within the USA), dial toll free:

1-800-545-2672 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Regional Customer Care Departments

EAST (PCE) EAST (PCE) 2221 Cabot Blvd. West 1225 Northbrook Parkway 1703 North Randall Road Suite A Langhorne PA 19047 Phone (215) 741-0676

Fax (215) 750-6492

COVERS: COVERS;

CT, DE, ME, MD, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, Rl, VT, VA, DC, WV

Suite 2-390

Suwanee GA 30174 Phone (847) 468-5530 Phone (770) 338-6860 Fax (770) 338-6548

AL, FL, GA, MS, NC, SC,TN

.CENTRAL (PCC)

Elgin IL 60123

Fax (847) 468-5528 COVERS;

AR, IL, IN, lA, KS, KY, LA, Ml, MN, MO, NE, ND, OK, SD, TX, Wl, OH

WEST (PCW)

6550 Katella Avenue Cypress CA 90630 Phone (714) 373-7440 Fax (714) 373-7447

COVERS: AK, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, MT,

NV, NM, OR, UT, WA,WY

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

PANASONIC

Digital Satellite Systems

Replacement Program

Matsushita Consumer Electronics Company (referred to as "Panasonic") offers a customer support toll free

telephone number to assist you with information regarding your Panasonic Digital Satellite System. Our technical

representatives are available seven days a week (excepting holidays) to help you with installation, hook-up, operational and service questions. To expedite this technical support, please have your model, serial number (on the rear of the receiver) and date of purchase available when you call Panasonic's toll free number:

1-888-PANA-DSS

(1-888-7161-377)

If you are experiencing a technical problem, (inclement weather and other factors may affect the quality of your reception) our representatives will attempt to diagnose your problem(s) over the telephone. In the event that our

technical representative are unable to’resolve your problem, Panasonic will repair your receiver or provide you with a reconditioned replacement receiver by shipping it common carrier, as follows:

In-warrantv* after sales support

Panasonic will repair or replace defective receivers that are in-warranty with a new or reconditioned receiver, (inclusive of all labor and parts), free of charge, for the first ninety days after date of purchase. After the ninety day period and up to the first year anniversary date of the purchase of the receiver, Panasonic will exchange, free

of charges, replacement parts for all defective parts. During this period of time the customer pays the current

labor rates to replace the defective parts. Panasonic will pay for all in-warranty shipping charges the first year after date of purchase.

If your receiver qualifies for in-warranty service, Panasonic will arrange for a new or reconditioned replacement

receiver to be shipped by a common carrier Monday through Friday, within the 48 contiguous states, free of charge. The Customer Support Replacement Program is not available in Hawaii and Alaska because of reception

problems due to the satellite location. The replacement receiver will be reconditioned to factory specifications, and inspected before shipment. You

can keep this replacement in exchange for your original receiver. The original receiver must be returned to

Panasonic, using our self addressed label, along with a copy of your purchase receipt and a short description of the problem. The remote control and access card should not be sent to us unless you are instructed to do so.

If you decide you want your original receiver repaired, Panasonic will repair the receiver and return it to you. The

repair time will be ten (10) business days. Carefully pack and seal your receiver in its original carton and packing

material, properly insure the receiver for its full value and prepay a reliable common carrier. The technical

representative will give you the mailing address. If you choose a replacement receiver, Panasonic will arrange to have your original receiver picked up by a common carrier.

Out-of-warranty* after sales support

If your receiver is out-of-warranty and you choose the replacement program, you will receiver a new or reconditioned receiver. You will be charged an inclusive rate for labor and parts for the repair of the original receiver. Our technical representatives will inform you of the receiver replacement program's repair rates. The shipping charges related to the repair are not included in the repair rate. The shipping charges include; (a) the common carrier delivery for the replacement receiver to you, (b) the shipping of the original receiver back to

Panasonic.

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

If you want your original receiver repaired, Panasonic will repair it and return the receiver to you. You must

carefully pack and seal your receiver in its original carton and packing material, properly insure the receiver for

its full value, and pre-pay a reliable common carrier. You are responsible for damages to the receiver If not packed and shipped as recommended by Panasonic. Our technical representative will inform you of Panasonic's inclusive labor and parts rate and provide you the repair depot mailing address. If you decide you want a replacement receiver, Panasonic will arrange to have your original receiver picked up by a common carrier. Panasonic will charge you for the common carrier services.

Exclusions to the Replacement Program Panasonic is not responsible for: installation, mounting and set-up of the antenna, and interconnect wiring of the

system. To receiver information regarding recommended installers and/or authorized servicers for the antenna dish call

Panasonic's toll free number.

Receiver replacement program requirements

1. Give our representative a valid credit card number. Your credit card status will be verified prior to shipping the replacement receiver. In the event that you do not adhere to the terms of this replacement contract your credit card account will be charged for all applicable costs that were incurred in the testing, repair, replacement and shipment of the original and replacement receivers.

Acceptable credit cards:

• American express (Optima)

• Visa.

• Discover

• Master card

2. Upon receipt of your replacement receiver, immediately pack, and enclose a copy of your proof of purchase (if applicable), a brief description of the problem, affix the self addressed label and self your original receiver in the replacements receiver's shipping carton. There are no charges associated with in-warranty labor. Charges for in-warranty parts replacement are explained above. If you receiver is out-of-warranty, you will be charged for all applicable shipping charges. In all cases the receiver must be packaged in the same carton and manner as the replacement receiver, utilizing the existing packing materials. You must make your receiver available forcarrier pick-up within 10 days after the receipt of the replacement receiver. If a receiver is not available for

pick-up, you will be responsible for pre-paid insurance and shipment of the replacement receiver back to Panasonic.

Damage incurred during shipment due to improper or inadequate packing, or loss of receiver, are your responsibility and will be charged to your credit card as an out-of-warranty cost.

If a receiver is not returned to Panasonic within 10 business days after shipment of the replacement receiver, your credit card account will be charged at Panasonic's suggested retail price of the replacement receiver.

3. Any receiver that is replaced without proof of purchase will be subject to out-of-warranty charges. Any receiver that is replaced, but does not meet the terms and conditions of the limited warranty will be subject

to the out-of-warranty charges that are outlined in this replacement program.

Replacement program is subject to termination at any time without advance notice. ^See terms and conditions in the limited warranty.

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INDEX

Access Card 39,40

new card setup 27

Access Card number 3 ALT ADD button 25, 26 Alternate audio programs 25

Arrow keys 6

Attractions Guide 10,22

Audio/video jacks 30

Auto Help 27

Back Panel controls 41

AUDIO RIGHT AND LEFT 41

IN FROM ANT 41

OUT TO TV 41

PHONE JACK 41 S-VIDEO 41 SATELLITE IN 41 VIDEO 41 WIDE BAND DATA port 41

Batteries

installing in the remote 4

Buy and Record Option 22

Channel Guide 10 Cinema screen 26 Coming attractions 22

DIRECTV 3

Exit 13 Exiting a menu 13

Exiting A Program Guide 12

Flashing POWER light 25

Front Panel controls 40

Grid Guide 9

Help 13, 27

auto-help 27

menu help 28

on-line 27

Help Buttons 27

Info Guide 9 Interactive setup 36

Mailbox 24, 25

checking your mail 25

deleting mail messages 25 Main menu 13 Menu Help 28 MENU*SELECT button 6 Menus

Assistance 14

Dish Pointing 14 exiting from 13 Mailbox 14 Options 14 Program Guide 14 Purchases 14

Timers 14

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INDEX

On-Line Help 27 Ordering DSS programming 3 Ordering DSS® Programming 3

Password, system

forgetting 20 Past purchases 23 Pay-Per-View Programs 21 Picture Size 26 POWER indicator Light, flashing 25 PPV (pay-per-view) 21 Program Guide 7

All Button 12

Arrow button 11

Attractions Guide 10

bringing up 7 Channel guide 10 exiting 12 Grid Guide 9 Other 12 scrolling channel by channel 7 scrolling page by page 8

selecting 8

selecting from the Main Menu 8

sorting 11 Sports button 12 Theme button 12 Topic Guide 10 tuning to a channel 8 types 8

Program Provider Authorization Center 38

Programming the Remote 44 Purchases menu 23 Purchasing s PPV program 21

Receiver 39 Remote control

buttons 42 installing batteries 4 setup 44

RF jacks 30

S-Video jack 30 Satellite 38 Session unlock 20 Sorting the Grid and Info Guides 11 Sorting the Program Guide 11 Spending limits 17 System controls 19 System Test 26

use to get access card number 26

Timer feature

setting up 24

Topic Guide 10

Troubleshooting 52

Tuning to a PPV program 21

Unlocking the system 20

temporarily 20

upcoming purchases 23

Uplink Center 38 USSB 3

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FCC REGISTRATIOfM INFORMATION

Your DSS® 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 among other information, the FCC Registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment. You must, upon request, provide this information to your telephone company.

The REN is useful to determine the number of devices you may connect to your telephone line and still have

all these devices ring when your telephone number is called. In most (but not all) areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices connected to one line should not exceed 5. To be certain of the number of devices you may

connect to your line as determined by the REN, you should contact your local telephone company.

Notes: This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. Party lines are subject to state tariffs, and therefore, you may not be able to use your own telephone

equipment if you are on a party line. Check with your local telephone company. Notice must be given to the telephone company upon permanent disconnection of your DSS® equipment from

your line.

2. Rights of the Telephone Company.

Should your equipment cause trouble on your line which may harm the telephone network, the telephone company shall, where practicable, notify you that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. Where prior notice 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, operations of procedures where such action is required in the operation of its business and not inconsistent with FCC Rules and Regulations. If these changes are expected to affect the use or performance of your telephone equipment, the telephone company must give you adequate notice, in writing, to allow you to maintain uninterrupted service.

Radio interference

This equipment has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B Digital Device in accordance with the specifications in Part 15 of FCC Rules. These rules.are designed to provide reasonable protection against radio and television interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception (which you can determine by turning the equipment off and on), try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

*> Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna (that is, the antenna for radio or television that is "receiving"

the interference).

o Change the position of the DSS® satellite receiver with respect to the radio or television equipment that is

receiving interference.

® Move the DSS® satellite receiver away from the equipment that is receiving interference.

® Plug the DSS® satellite receiver into a different wall outlet so that the DSS® satellite receiver and the

equipment receiving interference are on different branch circuits.

If these measures do not eliminate the interference, please consult your dealer or an experienced radio/

television technician for additional suggestions. Also, the Federal Communications Commission has prepared

a helpful booklet, "How To Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems". This booklet is available

from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402. Please specify stock number 004-00000345-4 when ordering copies.

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Matsushita Consumer Electronics CompanVr Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation oa America

One Panasonic Way Secaucus, New Jersey 07094

TOCOM 15167580

Panasonic TU-IRD10 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

Installation

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

What is the DSS® System?

Ordering DSS® Programming

Unpacking the Box

Installing Batteries In the Remote Control

Precautions on Battery Use

Observe the Following Precautions

Using This Manual

Important Note about this User's Manual

1. Point

2. Select

Exiting A Screen

What is a Program Guide?

Bringing Up the Program Guides by Using the GUIDE Button

Using the Program Guides

Scrolling Channel By Channel

Scrolling Page By Page

Tuning to a Program

Types of Program Guides

The Grid Guide

The Info Guide

The Topic Guide

The Channel Guide

The Attractions Guide

Sorting the Grid and Info Guides

Using the Sorting Buttons

Using the Themes Button

Exiting A Program Guide

THE MENU SYSTEM

Using the Menu System

Exit and Help

Exiting a Screen

Using Help

Context-Sensitive Help

THE MENU SYSTEM

Menu Descriptions

Program Guide

Mailbox

Purchases

Timers

Lists & Limits

Options

Dish Pointing

Assistance

Explore, Explore, Explore!

Controlling The System

Especially for Parents

An Overview

Setting the Ratings Limit

Setting Up Spending Limits

Creating Favorite Channel Lists

Add or Delete All Channels

Parent Approved Channel List

Selecting a Channel List to Use

Locking the System

Unlocking the System

Session Unlock

Forget Your System Password?

Pay-Per-View Programs

Purchasing and Viewing

Tuning to a PPV Program

Using the Attractions Guide

Using the Purchases Menu

Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase

Timer Feature

Using Logo Tune

The Mailbox

How to Tell When You Have Mail

Checking Your Mail

Alternate Audio Programs

Is your POWER Light Flashing?

ALT AUD Remote Button