Panasonic TU-IRD20 User Manual

TU-IRD20

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions completely before operating this set.

Contents subject to change without notice or obligation.

S A T E L L I T E R E C E I V E R

Printed in U.S.A.

TQD2AA19009

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

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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.

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 PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

Note to Satellite Dish Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 810 and in

particular article 810-15 of the National Electrical Code which covers proper installation and grounding of television receiving equipment as well as to article 820-40 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.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: 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.

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.

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 nonpolarized 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 Power-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, convenience receptacles and at the point where they exit from the product.

8 V entilation—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.

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.

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

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.

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

Example of Antenna Grounding 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—Never 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.

C. If the product has been exposed to rain or

water.

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 or the 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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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

What is the DSS® System? .............................................................3

Ordering DSS® Programming ........................................................3

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 by Using the GUIDE Button .. 7

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

Changing Channels with the number keys (0-9)....................... 7

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

Scrolling Page By Page ...............................................................8

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

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

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

The Grid Guide..........................................................................9

The Info Guide ..........................................................................9

The T opic Guide......................................................................10

The Channel Guide .................................................................10

The Attractions Guide ............................................................10

Sorting the Grid and Info Guides................................................ 11

Using the Sorting Buttons.........................................................11

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

Exiting A Program Guide..............................................................12

The Menu System.......................................................13

Using the Menu System ...............................................................14

Exit and Help ..............................................................................14

Exiting a Screen ......................................................................14

Using Help...............................................................................14

Changing the Main Menu’s Appearance ................................. 15

Menu Descriptions.....................................................................16

Program Guide........................................................................16

Mailbox.................................................................................... 16

Purchases ................................................................................ 16

Timers ......................................................................................16

Lists & Limits ..........................................................................16

Options .................................................................................... 16

Dish Pointing...........................................................................16

Assistance ...............................................................................16

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Lists & Limits...............................................................17

Controlling The System................................................................17

Setting the Ratings Limit ..............................................................18

Setting Up Spending Limits .........................................................19

Creating Favorite Channel Lists .................................................. 19

Add or Delete All Channels .......................................................20

Parent Approved Channel List .................................................... 21

Selecting a Channel List to Use .................................................. 21

Locking the System.......................................................................21

Unlocking the System ...............................................................22

More Features .............................................................23

Pay-Per-View Programs................................................................ 23

Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs.......................... 24

Using the Purchases Menu .......................................................25

Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase................. 25

Timer Feature ................................................................................26

Setting Up Timer Recordings .......................................................26

Selecting a VCR Type ................................................................. 27

Recording with Timer ................................................................ 28

Editing or Canceling a T imer .................................................... 28

One-Button Recording ..................................................................29

Using Logo Tune...........................................................................29

The Mailbox...................................................................................30

Alternate Audio Programs............................................................30

Picture Size ....................................................................................31

System Test ...................................................................................31

New Access Card Setup ...............................................................31

Using On-Line Help.......................................................................32

Connections.................................................................33

Choosing a Connection ................................................................35

Interactive Setup ...........................................................................40

Disabling Interactive Setup .......................................................40

Reference.....................................................................41

Parts of the DSS® System.............................................................42

Controls and Buttons ....................................................................44

Front Panel Controls ..................................................................44

Back Panel ..................................................................................45

Remote Control Buttons............................................................46

Programming the Remote Control Using Access Codes .......... 48

Glossary.........................................................................................52

Troubleshooting ............................................................................54

Index ............................................................................55

FCC Registration Information ................................... 57

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

What is the DSS® System?

Y ou’ 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. Pick up the remote and push the DSS button. Press 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. Y ou 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 installed your system, you should contact the service providers, DIRECTV and USSB to receive DSS programming.

Programming with DIRECTV: Call 1-800-347-3288 Programming with USSB: 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:

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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AA Batteries

Unpacking the Box

The following items come with your DSS® receiver:

• Receiver (access card inserted) • S-Video Cable

• Remote Control • VCR Controller

• Coaxial (RF) Cable • Audio/Video Cables

• Telephone Line Cord

POWER

RECALL

MENU SELECT

TV/DSS

Receiver

Remote Control

1 4 7

R-TUNE

POWER

VOL

GUIDE

FAV RECALL

TV/VCR

REW

REC STOP PAUSE

Panasonic

DIGITAL SATELLITE

RECEIVER

Audio/Video Cables

TV/VIDEO

MUTE

VOL

SELECT

EXIT

LOGO TUNE

ALT AUD.

TV/DSS

PLAY

S-Video Cable

Coaxial (RF) Cable

Telephone Line Cord

VCR Controller

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. Use alkaline batteries.

3. Replace the cover.

Precautions on Battery Use

Incorrect installation can cause battery leakage and corrosion that will damage the remote control.

Observe the Following Precautions

• Batteries must be replaced as a pair.

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

• Do not mix battery types (for example, “zink 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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Using This Manual

There are a couple of conventions used in this manual that might help you read it.

• W ords 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. Y our 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 DSS® remote control has batteries.

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.

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

The On-Screen Navigation Method

Point and Select

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® system works.

is the method you use for navigating

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.

SELECT

EXIT

For example, the instructions in the User’s Manual might tell you to “Point to the MENU/SELECT.”

Once you understand the Point and Select method, you can use any part of the DSS® system, beginning with the Program Guides.

Help

button and press

ARROW KEYS

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.

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

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.

Program Guide

from the Main menu.

T o switc h the order in which the Grid Guide and the Info Guide appear , select

Preferences

keys to set the

from the

Assistance

Guide Format

menu, and then use the arrow

option.

Using the Program Guides

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

Changing Channels with the number keys (0-9)

You can point quickly to any channel in the Program Guide by entering the channel number with the number keys (0-9). For example, to point to channel 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.

R-TUNE

POWER

VOL

SELECT

GUIDE

FAV RECALL

TV/VCR

ALT AUD.

REW

PLAY

REC STOP PAUSE

Panasonic

DIGITAL SATELLITE

RECEIVER

TV/VIDEO

MUTE

VOL

LOGO TUNE

TV/DSS

3 6 9

EXIT

• Point to other channels with the up and down arrows.

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

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.

View Channel

to tune to that channel.

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 The Program Guides menu screen appears.

This is the Program Guides menu. Use the arrow to scroll down to see the Attractions Guide option.

Program Guide

and press MENU/SELECT.

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 information, or return to the Guide.

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.

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.

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.

The Channel guide.

The Attractions Guide

Displays coming attractions and special events information.

The Attractions guide.

See the section on purchasing pay-perview programs for more information on the Attractions guide.

PROGRAM GUIDES

Sorting the Grid and Info Guides

There are six on-screen choices—called “buttons”— at the bottom of the Grid Guide and the Info Guide: down arrow, Mo vies, Sports, Other, All, and Sort.

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

and press MENU/SELECT to sort the guide to list specific types of movies, such as comedies or thrillers.

Theme

button that appears

The Sports button lists sporting events only. After selecting Sports, point to the

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

Theme

button that appears and

TIP

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.

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

the

Other

button.

Resets the guide to show all available channels and listings.

Takes you to the guide filter screen.

Themes

button may appear in the place of

Using the Themes Button

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

Themes

button. Use the

Themes

button to further

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.

THE MENU SYSTEM

What is a Menu?

The DSS® menu is a list of choices, just like a menu in a restaurant. And, just as a restaurant menu is divided into sections such as appetizers, entrees, and desserts, the onscreen menus are also separated into sections to help you find the information you need.

Your On-Screen Living Room

The first menu in this DSS® system looks like a living room. You might consider this your “home base” for customizing your DSS® system because you use the Living Room Main Menu to get to other parts of the system, such as the User Profiles menu or the Assistance menu.

Use the MENU/SELECT button to bring up the Living Room main menu, and then use Point and Select to choose a menu option.

THE MENU SYSTEM

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MUTE

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SELECT

GUIDE

EXIT

FAV RECALL

LOGO TUNE

TV/VCR

ALT AUD.

TV/DSS

REC STOP PAUSE

DIGITAL SATELLITE

RECEIVER

Panasonic

REW

PLAY

Using the Menu System

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

The Living Room Main Menu.

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

MENU/SELECT button

Exit and Help

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

Help

screen.

Exiting a Screen

There are two ways to exit a menu:

• Point to

• Press the EXIT button on the remote control. The on-screen

Using Help

All menus have a Help button. For example, selecting the Help button from the Main Menu brings up all of the help balloons for the Living Room.

1. Press MENU/SELECT to bring up the Living Room Main Menu.

2. Point to the

Exit

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

and press MENU/SELECT to see more information about that

Exit

and press MENU/SELECT.

displays clear from the screen and you return to satellite TV viewing.

Help

button and press MENU/SELECT.

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.

THE MENU SYSTEM

The Help balloons show all of the menu choices in the Living Room Main Menu.

3. Press MENU/SELECT again. The help balloons disappear. The rest of the Help buttons in the menu system bring up helpful

information explaining one aspect of that menu.

Changing the Main Menu’s Appearance

You have the option of using the Li ving Room Main Menu, or a Control Panel Main Menu.

The Control Panel Main Menu.

Use the

1. Point to

2. Point to

3. Use the arrow keys to change the Main Menu to a

Assistance

Assistance Preferences

Control Panel.

menu to change the look of the Main Menu:

and press MENU/SELECT.

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.

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, and to record that channel. (See “Recording with Timer.”)

Profiles

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.

Context-Sensitive Help

Most of the screens contain information to help you decide what to do next. If you get stuck, look for the help text.

PROFILES

Controlling The System

The Profiles feature lets four members of your household customize their DSS® viewing by setting up channel lists and ratings limits which can be password protected.

Especially for Parents

The Profiles feature contains a “Family” profile that is automatically activated each time the DSS® system is turned on. Setting up the family profile to reflect what you think is the appropriate viewing level for the youngest member of your family can help you to control what they watch.

Also, a password-protected master control lets you lock the system so that no one can change any of the ratings limits, spending limits, or channel lists without first entering a fourdigit password.

Profiles puts you in charge of the viewing habits of your family.

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