Satellite Receiver User's Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. Caution: 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. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. Cautions Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the Digital Satellite 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. Remove any sales or promotional materials attached to the product. Do not stack the digital satellite 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. Note to Cable TV Installer: 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. This reminder is provided to call your attention to articles 810 and 820 of the 1999 National Electrical Code. Refer to article 810, in particular to 810-1 and 810-15, for required grounding of the metal structure of the Dish Antenna. Refer also to the 810-2 which, by reference to article 820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield 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-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your digital satellite receiver. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top and bottom. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. A non-abrasive, anti-static cleaner/polisher is recommended. Note to Satellite Dish Installer: IMPORTANT NOTICE: Care and Cleaning: Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card (packed separately) and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed. Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product. Model No. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Serial No. __________________________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Date: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Dealer/Address/Phone: ______________________________________________________________________________ Introduction Key Features Overview Your digital satellite receiver is equipped with features that will add to your viewing experience. The following information summarizes a few of these features. Chapter 3 provides more information about the rest of the TV's features and how to use them. On-screen Program Guides Description: Available on-screen guides include a new Advanced Program GuideTM which stores up to seven days of programming information and a new Advanced Program Guide® which lists five different channels of programming at a glance. Requirements: Complete the on-screen assisted setup. You'll find detailed instructions how to do this in Chapter 1, Connections & Setup. Interactive Channel Banner Description: A transparent banner at the top of the picture allows direct access to the key features of the digital satellite receiver including a way to display the Main Menu, viewing suggestions, program details, The GuardianTM channel locking system, on-screen message display, the ScoutTM keyword/phrase and the AlphaSortTM alphabetical search features, and alternate audio offerings. Requirements: Press the INFO button on the remote control. Highlight different icons using the remote control's arrow buttons. Select the highlighted icon using the remote control's OK button. Dolby Digital Sound Capability Description: Your digital satellite receiver is capable of receiving broadcasts that have a Dolby Digital or Pro Logic soundtrack. This receiver also provides a Dolby Digital bitstream output that may be connected to an external receiver/decoder with Dolby Digital capabilities. Dolby Digital can deliver programs ranging from mono up through 5.1 channel surround sound. Requirements: A compatible, external Dolby Digital or Pro Logic-capable receiver/decoder. VCR1 ON · OFF TV DVD VCR2 AUX SAT Universal Remote Control (-) MUTE CH + SKIP CH FETCH GUIDE GO BACK INFO OK Description: Provides complete satellite system operation, and primary function control of most brands of remote-controllable TVs, VCRs, and cable boxes. Requirements: A remote-controllable device such as a VCR, cable box, etc. The remote control may have to be programmed to operate your component if it is not RCA, GE, or Proscan. VOL VOL MENU CLEAR 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANTENNA WHO·INPUT REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE 1 Introduction One-button Record Description: Records any program being watched with the touch of one button. The receiver sends infrared commands to the VCR to execute the recordings at the proper time. Requirements: Connect the satellite receiver to the VCR and attach the infrared cable on top of the VCR's remote control sensor. Set up the digital satellite receiver system using the first-time assisted setup and follow the directions on page 19 to select the VCR type. VCR DIRECTV INTERACTIVETM powered by WINK Communications® Description: An interactive television service that lets you access up-to-theminute news, sports, financial information, weather, program trivia, and respond to free offers and even shop­ all while you watch TV. Requirements: Establish a free, secure Interactive TV account, then press the OK/i button on the remote control whenever you see the Interactive logo ( ) appear on-screen. For more information, see page 32 in the Satellite System Features chapter. Software Upgrades via Satellite Description: The digital satellite receiver is able to modify some of its features and functions with downloaded RSA-secure upgrades or modifications. RSAsecure downloads ensure that only authorized upgrades are delivered to your RCA digital satellite receiver. Requirements: Consult the Upgrade Menu to find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by DIRECTV. For more information, see page 62 in the Using On-screen Menus chapter. DIRECTV, the Cyclone Design logo, and Advanced Program Guide, and DIRECTV INTERACTIVE are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp., and are used with permission. © 2001 WINK Communications. WINK and the WINK logo are trademarks of WINK Communications, Inc. 2 Table of Contents Connections & Setup ................................................................................................ 5 Things To Consider Before You Connect Components ............................................. 6 Choose Your Connection ........................................................................................... 7 Excellent Connection ........................................................................................... 8 Very Good Connection ...................................................................................... 10 Basic Connection ................................................................................................ 12 Advanced Audio (Digital Audio Output Connection) ..................................... 14 Jacks and Cables ....................................................................................................... 15 Satellite Receiver Rear Panel ................................................................................... 16 Place Batteries in the Remote Control .................................................................... 17 Plug in and Turn On the Receiver ............................................................................ 17 Locating the VCR's Infrared Remote Control Sensor ............................................. 17 Connect the VCR Controller .................................................................................... 18 Using Highlight and Select ................................................................................ 18 Selecting a VCR Type ......................................................................................... 19 Complete the Assisted Setup ................................................................................... 19 Order Programming ................................................................................................. 20 Using the Remote Control .................................................................................... 21 Remote Control Buttons .......................................................................................... 22 Top of the Digital Satellite Receiver ........................................................................ 24 Programming the Remote Control ......................................................................... 25 Testing the Remote Control .............................................................................. 25 Using Automatic Code Search ........................................................................... 25 Using Direct Entry .............................................................................................. 26 Operating Other Components .......................................................................... 26 Modes of Operation .................................................................................... 26 Controlling a Second Satellite Receiver ..................................................... 26 Remote Control Codes ....................................................................................... 27 Using the Satellite Receiver's Features ........................................................... 29 Anatomy of a Program Guide ................................................................................. 30 Displaying the Program Guides ........................................................................ 30 Using The Channel Banner ................................................................................ 31 The DIRECTV INTERACTIVETM Feature .............................................................. 32 Displaying On-screen Guides ................................................................................... 32 Getting Around In the Guides ................................................................................. 33 Additional Program Guides ..................................................................................... 35 Sorting the Guides ................................................................................................... 36 Viewing Suggestions ......................................................................................... 36 Customizing Viewing Suggestions .............................................................. 36 Active Profile's Preferences ............................................................................... 37 Movies ................................................................................................................ 37 Sports .................................................................................................................. 37 Channel Sort ....................................................................................................... 37 AlphaSortTM ........................................................................................................ 38 ScoutTM ............................................................................................................... 38 Down Arrow ....................................................................................................... 38 3 Table of Contents Using the Menu System ..................................................................... ...