User manual RCA DRD451RGA

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 ......................................................................................... 39 Using the Menu System ........................................................................................... 40 On-screen Buttons and Context Help ............................................................... 40 Main Menu Items ............................................................................................... 41 The Program Guide .................................................................................................. 42 Messages ................................................................................................................... 43 Mail ..................................................................................................................... 43 Caller ID .............................................................................................................. 44 Using the Purchases Menu ....................................................................................... 46 Reviewing and Canceling Upcoming Purchases ............................................... 46 Spending Limits .................................................................................................. 47 Pay Per View Programs ...................................................................................... 47 Previewing and Purchasing ......................................................................... 47 Timer Recordings ...................................................................................................... 48 Setting Up a Timer ............................................................................................. 48 Editing or Canceling a Timer ....................................................................... 48 Recording with a Timer ............................................................................... 48 Schedule a Timer with the RECORD Button ..................................................... 49 User Profiles .............................................................................................................. 49 Creating and Editing User Profiles .................................................................... 49 Locking the System ............................................................................................ 52 Choosing Your Profile ........................................................................................ 54 Personal Settings ...................................................................................................... 54 System Setup ............................................................................................................ 56 Assisted Setup ................................................................................................. 56 System Index ...................................................................................................... 57 System Options .................................................................................................. 57 Dish Pointing ...................................................................................................... 60 System Test ......................................................................................................... 62 System Info ......................................................................................................... 62 Upgrades ............................................................................................................ 62 New Access Card ................................................................................................ 62 Alternate Data ................................................................................................... 62 Interactive ................................................................................................................. 62 Other Information ................................................................................................... 63 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 64 Finding the TV's Video Input Channel .................................................................... 66 Running the System Test .......................................................................................... 67 Fine-Tuning the Signal ....................................................................................... 67 Limited Warranty ..................................................................................................... 68 FCC Registration Information .................................................................................. 70 FCC Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................... 70 Accessory Order Form .............................................................................................. 71 Glossary ..................................................................................................................... 73 Index ......................................................................................................................... 74 4 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: · Things to Consider Before You Connect · Choose Your Connection · Place Batteries in the Remote Control · Assisted Setup · Order Programming Changing Entertainment. Again. Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 5 Connections & Setup Things To Consider Before You Connect Components Protect Your Components from Power Surges · Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. · Always turn off the digital 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 (A/V) 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 A/V 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. Remove any sales or promotional materials attached to the product. · Do not stack components. · Allow adequate ventilation when placing components in a stand. · Place an amplifier or receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components. 6 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your digital satellite receiver depending on the components you want to connect and the quality of the signal you want to achieve. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your satellite receiver. For more information about the relationship between cables, jacks, and the quality of the signal, go to pages 15-16. Component Signal Quality Excellent Very Good Jacks on the satellite receiver S-VIDEO, AUDIO L and R VIDEO, AUDIO L and R OUT TO TV Cables needed* S-video, audio/video audio/video coaxial Go to... page 8 page 10 page 12 TV Basic Very Good Good VIDEO, AUDIO L and R OUT TO TV audio/video coaxial page 8 page 10 VCR eiv Rec er Excellent DIGITAL AUDIO optical (SPDIF) page 18 * Pictures of cables are on page 15. Chapter 1 7 Connections & Setup Digital Satellite Receiver VCR R GROUND PHONE JACK LOW SPEED DATA L OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO SATELLITE IN 5 RJ11 modular phone jack Satellite Dish Antenna 1 VCR CH3 CH4 2 IN FROM ANT OUT TO TV 4 Cable or Off-air Antenna 6 7 TV 3 R L IN FROM ANT AUDIO VIDEO S-Video Note: Your VCR and TV back panels may not look exactly like the ones illustrated. Excellent Connection Using S-Video and A/V jacks and cables to connect to the TV, RF coaxial cables to connect the VCR This connection provides the best picture quality, surpassing that of A/V cables. The S-Video cable, which carries video information only, requires that audio cables also be used for sound. 8 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup What you will need: · Two (2) RF coaxial cables · Two (2) A/V cables · One (1) S-Video cable · One (1) telephone line cord · Coaxial cable lines fed from a digital satellite antenna and a standard TV antenna (or cable line) Making the Connection 1. Connect the satellite dish antenna feed (RG-6 coaxial cable) to the SATELLITE IN jack on the satellite receiver. 2. Connect one end of an RF coaxial cable to the OUT TO TV jack on the satellite receiver, and the other end to the antenna input jack on the VCR. Note: If your VCR has A/V input jacks, you can use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver's second A/V jacks to the A/V jacks of the VCR instead of using the RF coaxial cable. 3. Connect one end of an RF coaxial cable to the antenna output jack on the VCR, and the other end to the TV's antenna input jack. 4. Connect the cable or off-air antenna feed (RF coaxial cable) to the IN FROM ANT jack on the satellite receiver. 5. Connect one end of the supplied telephone line cord to the PHONE JACK on the back of the satellite receiver, and the other end to an RJ11-type modular phone jack (the most common type of phone jack). 6. Connect two ends of the supplied A/V cables to AUDIO R and L jacks on the satellite receiver, and the other ends to the corresponding audio input jacks on the TV. Note: Make sure you connect jacks by their labels. For example, AUDIO R on the digital satellite receiver should be connected to TV's right audio input jack, L Audio to L Audio, etc. If your TV only has one audio input jack, use the satellite receiver's AUDIO L jack to make the connection. 7. Connect one end of the supplied S-Video cable to the satellite receiver, and the other end to the S-Video input jack on the TV. Go to Page 15 Using Your Components To watch DIRECTV® programming: Tune the TV to its S-Video line input (if you have difficulty finding your TV's S-Video line input, see your TV's User's Manual or page 66 in this manual). Then tune the satellite receiver to the desired channel. To record DIRECTV® programming: Tune the satellite receiver to the desired channel. Then set your VCR to record on the proper input channel (video line input if using A/V cables to connect the VCR to the satellite receiver, channel 3 or 4 if using RF coaxial cable). To view VCR recordings: Tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever is set on the VCR as its output channel). Begin VCR playback as usual. DIRECTV programming is subject to the terms and conditions of the DIRECTV Customer Agreement; a copy is provided at DIRECTV.com and with your first bill. Chapter 1 9 Connections & Setup Digital Satellite Receiver VCR R GROUND PHONE JACK LOW SPEED DATA L OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO SATELLITE IN 5 RJ11 modular phone jack Satellite Dish Antenna 1 VCR CH3 CH4 2 IN FROM ANT OUT TO TV 4 Cable or Off-air Antenna 6 3 TV R L IN FROM ANT AUDIO VIDEO Note: Your VCR and TV back panels may not look exactly like the ones shown. Very Good Connection Using A/V jacks and cables to connect to the TV, RF coaxial cables to connect the VCR This connection provides better picture quality than RF coaxial cables and is recommended for use with TVs that do not have S-Video input jacks. 10 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup What you will need: · Two (2) RF coaxial cables · Three (3) Audio/Video cables · One (1) telephone line cord · Coaxial cable lines fed from a digital satellite antenna and a standard TV antenna (or cable line) Making the Connection 1. Connect the satellite dish antenna feed (RG-6 coaxial cable) to the SATELLITE IN jack on the satellite receiver. 2. Connect one end of an RF coaxial cable to the OUT TO TV jack on the satellite receiver, and the other end to the antenna input jack on the VCR. Note: If your VCR has A/V input jacks, you can use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver's second set of A/V output jacks to the A/V jacks of the VCR instead of using the RF coaxial cable. 3. Connect one end of an RF coaxial cable to the antenna output jack on the VCR, and the other end to the TV's antenna input jack. 4. Connect the cable or off-air antenna feed (RF coaxial cable) to the IN FROM ANT jack on the satellite receiver. 5. Connect one end of the supplied telephone line cord to the PHONE JACK on the back of the satellite receiver, and the other end to an RJ11-type modular phone jack (the most common type of phone jack). 6. Connect the ends of the supplied A/V cables to the satellite receiver's AUDIO and VIDEO jacks, and the other ends to the corresponding AUDIO and VIDEO input jacks on the TV. Notes: Make sure you connect jacks and cables corresponding to their labels. For example, AUDIO R output on the digital satellite receiver should be connected to AUDIO R input on the TV, VIDEO OUT to VIDEO IN, etc. If your TV only has one audio input jack, use the satellite receiver's AUDIO L jack to make the connection. Go to Page 15 Using Your Components To watch DIRECTV® programming: Tune the TV to its video line input (if you have difficulty finding your TV's video line input, see your TV's User's Manual or refer to the instructions on page 66 in this manual). Then tune the satellite receiver to the desired channel. To record DIRECTV® programming: Follow the steps in the previous step, then tune the satellite receiver to the desired channel. Set your VCR to record on its proper input channel (channel 3 or 4). To view VCR recordings: Tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever is set on the VCR as its output channel). Begin VCR playback as usual. Chapter 1 11 Connections & Setup Digital Satellite Receiver VCR R GROUND PHONE JACK LOW SPEED DATA L OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO SATELLITE IN 5 RJ11 modular phone jack Satellite Dish Antenna 1 VCR CH3 CH4 2 IN FROM ANT OUT TO TV 4 Cable or Off-air Antenna 3 TV IN FROM ANT Note: Your VCR and TV back panels may not look exactly like the ones shown. Basic Connection Using RF Coaxial cables for all connections This connection provides standard picture quality. This connection is only recommended for use with TVs that do not have S-Video or A/V input jacks. 12 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup What you will need: · Two (2) RF coaxial cables · One (1) telephone line cord · Coaxial cable lines fed from a digital satellite antenna and a standard TV antenna (or cable line) Making the Connection 1. Connect the satellite dish antenna feed (RG-6 coaxial cable) to the SATELLITE IN jack on the satellite receiver. 2. Connect one end of an RF coaxial cable to the OUT TO TV jack on the satellite receiver, and the other end to the antenna INPUT jack on the VCR. 3. Connect one end of an RF coaxial cable to the antenna OUTPUT jack on the VCR, and the other end to the TV's antenna INPUT jack. 4. Connect the cable box or off-air antenna feed (RF coaxial cable) to the IN FROM ANT jack on the satellite receiver. 5. Connect one end of the supplied telephone line cord to the PHONE JACK on the back of the satellite receiver, and the other end to an RJ11-type modular phone jack (the most common type of phone jack). Go to Page 15 Using Your Components To watch DIRECTV® programming: Tune the TV to the satellite receiver's output channel (either channel 3 or 4). Note: You can change the satellite receiver's output channel by pressing the remote control's SAT button, then the MENU button, then select System Setup, then System Options, and finally select Output Channel. Use the remote control's arrow and OK buttons to highlight and select the desired output channel. Tune the TV to that channel to see the satellite receiver's picture. To record DIRECTV® programming: Follow the directions in the previous step, then set your VCR to record on its proper input channel (channel 3 or 4 if using RF coaxial cable to make the connection, Video Line Input if using A/V cables to connect the VCR to the satellite receiver). To view VCR recordings: Tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 (whichever is set on the VCR as its output channel). Begin VCR playback as usual. Chapter 1 13 Connections & Setup Receiver or Decoder with Optical Input DIGITAL AUDIO INPUT Digital Satellite Receiver VCR R GROUND PHONE JACK LOW SPEED DATA L OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO SATELLITE IN Advanced Audio (Digital Audio Output Connection) Cables: Optical (SPDIF) Use this connection to take advantage of Dolby Digital* quality sound, when available. Notes: Your digital receiver back panel may not look exactly like the one pictured. This satellite receiver's digital output jack fully complies with the international standard governing this type of jack (IEC958), and will output digital audio signals in either PCM or Dolby Digital format. It is designed for connection to an external Dolby Digital-capable receiver/ decoder. Older equipment, some of which is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be compatible with Dolby Digital. If the digital audio output is connected to a receiver that cannot decode Dolby Digital signals, set the Dolby Digital setting in the System Options menu to PCM (see pages 58-59 for further details). Failure to do so could create a high noise level, causing damage to headphones, speakers, or your hearing. Making the Connection Connect one end of the optical (SPDIF) cable to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT jack* on the satellite receiver, and to the digital audio input jack on a Dolby Digital receiver/decoder. Using Your Component After you connect your satellite receiver to an A/V receiver that includes a Dolby Digital-capable receiver/decoder, you must select Dolby Digital from the System Options menu (press the remote control's MENU button, then select System Setup, then System Options, then highlight Dolby Digital. Use the remote control's arrow and OK buttons to highlight and select Autoselect, PCM, or Dolby Digital in order for the receiver to recognize the digital audio connection. For more information on this feature, see the Dolby Digital entry starting on page 59 in the section, Using The Menu System. * Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby," "Pro Logic," and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 14 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Jacks and Cables Below is a description of the jacks and cables you can use to make connections. Not all cables come with your digital satellite receiver. S-Video Jack and Cable S-VIDEO S-Video jacks/cables provide this receiver's best picture quality. Remember to connect the left and right audio cables to the TV because the S-Video cable carries only the picture signal, not the sound. Audio/Video (A/V) Jack and Cable (RCA-type) L VIDEO AUDIO R Audio/Video (A/V) cables provide good picture quality and stereo sound, and should be used if your TV has no S-video jacks. The digital satellite receiver's A/V 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 left (white) audio jack on the satellite receiver. RF Jack and Coaxial Cable (F-type) ANTENNA IN RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality. They should be used if A/V connections are not available on your TV. RF jacks are used for off-air antenna and cable feed connections. The RF jacks on the receiver are labeled IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV. The coaxial cable supplied with your system is used to connect the receiver to your TV/VCR's antenna input jack. VCR VCR Controller The VCR Controller plugs into the VCR jack on the satellite receiver's back panel. Attach the other end of the cable to your VCR's remote control sensor. Digital Audio Output (SPDIF) DIGITAL AUDIO If you own an A/V receiver that includes a Dolby Digital-compatible decoder, use a digital audio cable to connect the satellite receiver to your external A/V receiver/decoder. Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line cord is required to connect your satellite receiver to a telephone line if you choose to subscribe to *DIRECTV® programming. The phone line connection is used to periodically call out to DIRECTV. You will need an RJ11-type modulator jack (the most common type of phone jack) which might look like one of those pictured here. If you don't have a modular jack, call your local telephone company to find out how to get one installed. PHONE Chapter 1 15 Connections & Setup VCR PHONE JACK SATELLITE IN LOW SPEED DATA OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO Satellite Receiver Rear Panel This diagram illustrates each of the back panel jacks found on your digital satellite receiver. When working with cables, be sure to connect corresponding OUTPUTS and INPUTS (Video OUT to Video IN, Right Audio OUT to Right Audio IN, etc.). For more information on the function of the back panel jacks and many other features of your digital satellite receiver, press the MENU button and select System Setup from the Main menu, then select System Index. Back Panel Jacks (in alphabetical order) AUDIO (R and L) Audio cables offer better sound quality than RF coaxial cables. Connect a second set of audio cables to another component, such as a VCR or stereo. DIGITAL AUDIO Connects the satellite receiver's audio to a Dolby Digital-capable receiver or decoder. This audio connection provides the best sound quality. Use the optical DIGITAL AUDIO output cable (SPDIF) for this receiver's best possible sound. IN FROM ANT Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to the satellite receiver using this jack. You can then switch between the satellite receiver's signal and the TV/cable feed using the remote control's ANTENNA button to toggle between the two. LOW SPEED DATA This port allows you to connect your digital satellite receiver to future services and accessories as they become available. A shielded cable and additional hardware may be required. OUT TO TV Connects the satellite receiver to your TV or VCR using RF coaxial cable. This jack provides the most basic connection, carrying average sound and video quality. PHONE JACK Connects the satellite receiver to a telephone line. The digital satellite receiver requires a telephone line connection to periodically communicate with your program provider. SATELLITE IN Use to connect the satellite receiver to the satellite dish antenna. S-VIDEO Provides better picture quality than VIDEO or RF coaxial cable jacks. If your TV has an S-Video jack, use it along with the audio jacks (S-Video only carries picture information, not sound) to connect to your TV. VCR This jack allows the satellite receiver to control the VCR using an IR cable. The cable is attached above the VCR's remote control sensor. This connection is required for One-Touch Record and Timer recording features. VIDEO Provides better picture quality than the OUT TO TV jack. Connect the second VIDEO jack to another device, such as a VCR. You must also connect the AUDIO cables when using the VIDEO connection. 16 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Place Batteries in the Remote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your digital satellite receiver's remote control. Note: When replacing old batteries, you may need to reprogram the remote control to operate other devices. 1. Remove the cover from the battery compartment. 2. Insert batteries in the battery compartment, matching the + and ­ end of each battery. 3. Replace the cover. Plug in and Turn On the Receiver Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. To turn on the satellite receiver, press the SAT button on the remote control or the ON·OFF button on the front panel. If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or Proscan, press the TV button on the remote control to turn on the TV. If your TV brand is not RCA, GE, or Proscan, see page 25 in the next section, Using the Remote Control, for details on programming the satellite receiver's remote control to operate your TV. Locating the VCR's Infrared Remote Control Sensor The VCR Controller must be affixed directly over the infrared remote control sensor on your VCR. Some VCRs have a label that identifies the remote control sensor, but others do not. If the IR sensor is labeled on your VCR, affix the VCR Controller directly over the sensor. For VCRs that do not label the sensor, you can use the VCR's remote control to locate the VCR's sensor before affixing the VCR Controller cable. To Find the VCR's Remote Control Sensor: 1. Hold the VCR's remote control so that it is touching the front of the VCR. 2. Slowly move the remote control over the front of the VCR while repeatedly pressing the remote control's power button. 3. When your VCR turns on/off, you have located the remote control sensor. Note: To test the VCR controller's position, use a piece of vinyl tape to temporarily attach the VCR controller to the spot where you think the sensor is located. Then see Selecting a VCR Type on page 19 to see if the VCR Controller is positioned correctly. Chapter 1 17 Connections & Setup Satellite Receiver (Back Panel) VCR R PHONE JACK SATELLITE IN LOW SPEED DATA L OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO VCR (Front Panel) Remonte Control IR Sensor Connect the VCR Controller To use the One-Touch Record and Timer features, you need to attach the VCR Controller cable to the VCR and the satellite receiver. 1. Plug the VCR Controller into the VCR jack on the satellite receiver. 2. Affix the other end in front of the remote control sensor on your VCR. VCR1 ON · OFF TV Using Highlight and Select All on-screen menus can be handled the same way, using highlight and select navigation. Highlight and select navigation has two steps: 1. Use the arrow buttons (up, down, left, and right) on the remote control to highlight different choices on the screen. 2. Press OK to select the highlighted item. Note: When a highlighted on-screen menu choice has a number beside it, you can also press the corresponding number button on the remote control to select it. VOL DVD VCR2 AUX SAT MUTE CH + SKIP VOL CH FETCH GUIDE GO BACK INFO Arrow buttons MENU OK (-) OK button CLEAR 1 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANTENNA MENU button 4 7 CLEAR button WHO·INPUT Once you know how to navigate on-screen menus, you can complete the Assisted Setup (see the next page) and explore the menu system. To display the on-screen menu system, press the remote control's SAT button, then press the MENU button. Note: Don't worry about getting stuck inside a menu. Pressing the CLEAR button on the remote control takes you out of the menu system and back to the program you were watching. REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE 18 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Selecting a VCR Type In order to use the One-Touch Record and Timer features, you need to tell the satellite receiver which VCR brand you are using. 1. Tune the TV to its satellite receiver viewing channel (either 03, 04, or the TV's appropriate input channel depending on your connections). 2. Press MENU on the remote control to display the satellite receiver's Main menu. 2. Highlight and select number 7, System Setup. 3. Highlight and select number 3, System Options. 4. Highlight and select number 2, Set VCR Type. 5. Highlight and select the name of your VCR manufacturer. Note: If you do not see your VCR manufacturer's name, select Other (at the bottom of the list) and enter the appropriate code from the VCR Remote Control code list on page 27. 6. Follow the on-screen instructions to ensure that you are using the correct code (if you need more assistance while in a menu, press the remote control's INFO button for details). Note: Some VCR brands may not be capable of being controlled by the receiver. Complete the Assisted Setup If you installed your satellite dish antenna yourself, you may have already used the Assisted Setup to find dish-pointing coordinates, acquire and fine-tune the signal, and run a system test. If you need to run the setup again, select System Setup from the Main menu, then select Assisted Setup. To check your dish-pointing coordinates or run the signal strength meter, display the Main menu, then select System Setup, and finally Dish Pointing. Chapter 1 19 Connections & Setup Order Programming Tip When you order programming, you need to know your access card number. To get the number, select System Setup from the Main menu, then System Test. Wait for the system to run all of its 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: After you have installed your DIRECTV System, you should contact DIRECTV to order DIRECTV® programming. With this receiver and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may be able to subscribe to local channels from DIRECTV in certain areas. Additional equipment may be required in some markets. Check with your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for information on availability of local channels from DIRECTV in your area. Activation of programming may be subject to credit approval and requires valid service address, social security number and/or major credit card. Programming subject to change. You must be physically located in the U.S. to receive DIRECTV service. DIRECTV services not available outside the U.S. DIRECTV® programming is sold separately and independently of DIRECTV System hardware. A valid programming subscription is required to operate DIRECTV System hardware. Activate your DIRECTV® programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). 20 Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: · Remote Control Buttons · Buttons on Top of the Digital Satellite Receiver · Programming the Remote Control · Using the Remote Control to Operate Another Component · Modes of Operation · Controlling a Second Satellite Receiver · Remote Control Codes Changing Entertainment. Again. Graphics contained within this publication are for representation only 21 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons in Alphabetical Order LED VCR1 ON · OFF TV DVD VCR2 AUX SAT MUTE CH + SKIP ANTENNA In TV mode, lets you toggle between the satellite and standard TV/ cable signals when the satellite receiver is connected to the TV using the OUT TO TV jack. In VCR mode, ANTENNA functions as a TV/VCR input button. Arrows Use the navigation arrows to move the on-screen highlight up, down, left, or right. AUX Turns on a compatible RCA amplifier/receiver or audio/video receiver. This button can be programmed to control an RCA, GE, or Proscan auxiliary component. CH + (up) /- (down) 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 CH +/- buttons to page up and down a screen at a time. CLEAR Removes the on-screen displays and returns you to normal viewing. Digit Buttons (0 - 9) Used to tune directly to a specific channel. If you are in the menu system, use the digits to select menu items. In the menu system, use 0 to return to the previous menu screen. DVD Tells the remote to operate the DVD player. Note that this button is only functional with RCA, GE, and Proscan DVD players. FETCH Displays the Fetch menu with up to eight different actions, or executes a single task- depending on the preferences set. GO BACK Moves you back and forth between the last two selected channels. In the menu system, returns you to the previous screen. GUIDE Brings up the program guide. Subsequent presses of the GUIDE button switch between the Detail and Grid guide formats. INFO Brings up the on-screen channel banner, password challenge, or purchase offer screen. In the program guides, press to get information about the highlighted program or channel. In the menu system, this button displays context-sensitive help for highlighted control elements. LED (Light-Emitting Diode) This light is illuminated with each valid button press. When programming the remote control, it flashes or turns on or off to indicate programming status. MENU Displays the Main menu. When you are using the remote control to operate an RCA, GE, or Proscan VCR (the remote is in VCR mode), the MENU button functions as a Program button. MUTE When the remote is programmed to control a TV, this button reduces the TV's volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore the volume. VOL VOL CH FETCH GUIDE GO BACK INFO OK (-) MENU CLEAR 1 4 7 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANTENNA WHO·INPUT REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE 22 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control OK/i (interactive) Selects a highlighted choice if you are in the menu system. Press the OK button when the DIRECTV INTERACTIVETM icon ( ) appears during interactive programs and commercials. Pressing OK will display more information and offer the chance to interact with what is displayed on screen. ON·OFF Turns the component you are controlling on or off. When pressed twice within two seconds, all components that are on will be turned off (this feature only works with most RCA, GE, and Proscan products). You can also use the ON·OFF button on the top (front panel) of the digital satellite receiver to turn the receiver on or off. SAT Tells the remote to control the digital satellite receiver. SKIP Used to activate the commercial skip mode on RCA. GE, and Proscan products that offer Commercial Skip feature. Commercial Skip activates an on-screen timer. This feature allows you to change channels (during a commercial break, for example), then be returned to the original channel that was active when skip was first pressed when the timer reaches zero. Each press of the SKIP button increases the timer by 30 seconds. Transport Buttons (REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE) When in onscreen guides, PLAY advances the display two hours, FORWARD advances the display 12 hours and REVERSE moves time backward 12 hours. When the remote control is programmed, these buttons are also used to control an auxiliary component, such as a VCR or laserdisc player. Note that if your VCR Controller is connected, the RECORD button can be used to schedule a timer recording when using the Program Guide or to begin recording while watching a program (in VCR mode). TV When programmed, tells the remote to control the TV. VCR1 When programmed, tells the remote to control the VCR. VCR2 When programmed, tells the remote to control a second VCR. VOL down and up When programmed, adjusts the audio volume of your TV. WHO·INPUT Press the WHO button one or more times to scroll through the user profiles. When you are using the remote control to operate an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN TV (in TV mode), press the WHO·INPUT button one or more times to scroll through the available video input sources. Chapter 2 23 Using the Remote Control Top of the Digital Satellite Receiver This diagram illustrates the buttons on the top (also referred to as the front panel) of the digital satellite receiver. For more information on the function of the front panel buttons and many other features of your digital satellite receiver, press the MENU button and select System Setup from the Main menu, then select System Index. CHANNEL ON · OFF MENU OK INFO Front Panel Buttons (Left to Right) ON·OFF Use to turn your digital satellite receiver on for viewing or off when you are not viewing it. Your receiver will still be able to download software upgrades and receive messages from program providers when it is off. MENU·OK Use this button to display the Main menu. If you are already in the menu system, pressing this button selects the highlighted item. Arrows Use the navigation arrows to move the on-screen highlight up, down, left, or right. Channel Down and Up When you're watching TV, use these buttons to change the channel. INFO Use this button to display the channel banner, password challenge, or purchase offer screen. Press twice to display additional program information, when available. While in the menu system INFO also summons context sensitive help about a highlighted menu item. 24 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control LED Component buttons and ON·OFF button Programming the Remote Control ON · OFF TV VCR2 AUX SAT VCR1 DVD The digital satellite receiver's remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable components. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and Proscan components; it may need to be programmed to control other manufacturers' brands. MUTE CH + SKIP VOL Testing the Remote Control To determine whether the universal remote control needs to be programmed, turn a component on, such as a VCR, point the remote at the VCR, and press the VCR button. Then press ON·OFF or CH + or CH - to see if the VCR responds to the remote commands. If not, the remote needs to be programmed. There are two ways to program the remote control: Automatic Code Search or Direct Entry. VOL CH FETCH GUIDE GO BACK INFO OK (-) MENU CLEAR 1 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 ANTENNA PLAY button 4 7 Using Automatic Code Search The following instructions can be used to program the remote to control many of the components connected to your TV. If you want to exit the automatic code search without programming any of your components, press the CLEAR button until the LED (red light) turns off. 1. Turn on the component you want to control (VCR, satellite receiver, etc.) 2. Press and hold the button you want to program. While holding the component button, press and hold ON·OFF until the LED on the remote control turns on, then release both buttons. Note: The AUX button can only be programmed using direct code entry. See "Using Direct Entry," later in this section, for details. WHO·INPUT REVERSE button REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD STOP PAUSE STOP button 3. Point the remote at the component, press and release PLAY, then wait five seconds or until the LED stops flashing. At this point the remote control is searching for the correct code to program. If, after five seconds, the component you want to control does not turn off, press and release PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes. Continue pressing and releasing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If the component does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the remote cannot control that particular component. If the component you want to control does turn off: 1. Press and release REVERSE, then wait two seconds. Repeat this step until the component turns back on. 2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the LED on the remote control turns off. Chapter 2 25 Using the Remote Control Using Direct Entry 1. Turn on the component to be programmed. 2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list at the end of this section. 3. On your remote control, press and hold the component button you want to program. 4. While pressing the component button, enter a code from the code list. 5. Release the component button, and then press ON·OFF to see if the component responds to the remote control commands. If it doesn't, try pressing the component button and then ON·OFF again. 6. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the component responds to the remote control commands. Operating Other Components One Button Recording If your remote is programmed to operate a VCR, and the VCR is properly connected to the satellite receiver, you only need to press the RECORD button to begin recording from video. Once the remote has been programmed successfully, you are ready to use it to operate your components. To Operate the Component: 1. Press the component button (TV, VCR1, SAT, VCR2, or AUX) to set the remote to control the component. 2. Press ON·OFF to turn the component on or off. 3. Use the remote control buttons that apply to that component. Modes of Operation Because this universal remote can control several different components (DVD player, VCR, cable box, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example, if you want the remote control to operate the TV, press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode. If you want to play a videotape, press VCR1 then PLAY (pointing the remote at the VCR). Controlling a Second Satellite Receiver The remote can control two satellite receivers. From the Main menu, select System Setup, then System Options, then Remote Setup. Then follow the onscreen instructions and enter the appropriate code from the Satellite Receiver list at the end of this section. By default, the SAT button is used to control the first satellite receiver and the AUX button is used to control the second satellite receiver. If your second receiver is an RCA, GE, or Proscan and you want to control it using the AUX button, use code 5001. Code 5000 is used by the SAT button. 26 Chapter 2 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Codes