RCA DRD221RD Operation & User’s Manual

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REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING To reduce risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this digital satellite receiver to rain or moisture. 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 airfow to the unit. Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver and other components. 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 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-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Care and Cleaning: Use a soft cloth or the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your 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. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed. 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. The numbers are located on the back of the digital satellite receiver. Model No. ____________________________________________________ Serial No. _____________________________________________________ Purchase Date: ________________________________________________ Dealer/Address/Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Note to Satellite Dish Antena nstaller:

1 Setup and Connections .......................................................... 3 Step 1: Unpack the DIRECTV System ............................................... 4 Step 2: Connect Your Digital Satellite Receiver to Your TV and VCR ............................................................................................ 4 Basic Connection ........................................................................ 7 Advanced Connection ............................................................... 8 Step 3: Find the Video Input Channel on your TV.......................... 9 Step 4: Interactive Setup ................................................................ 10 Step 5: Place Batteries in the Remote Control ............................. 10 Step 6: Plug in and Turn on the DIRECTV System ......................... 10 Step 7: Order Programming .......................................................... 10 Using the Remote..................................................................... 11 Remote Control Buttons ................................................................ 12 The Point and Select Method ........................................................ 14 Programming the Remote Control ............................................... 14 Testing the Remote Control .................................................... 14 Using the Remote to Control a Device ................................... 16 Modes of Operation ................................................................ 16 Using the Remote to Control a Second Digital Satellite Receiver .................................................................................... 16 Program Guides ....................................................................... 19 Anatomy of a Program Guide ....................................................... 20 The Channel Banner....................................................................... 21 Using the GUIDE Button .......................................................... 22 Getting Around in the Guides ................................................ 22 Tuning to a Program................................................................ 23 Additional Program Guides..................................................... 24 Sorting the Guides ................................................................... 26 The Menu System ...................................................................... 31 Using the Menu System ................................................................. 32 Back and Help .......................................................................... 32 Menu Descriptions ................................................................... 33 The Program Guide ........................................................................ 34 The Mailbox .................................................................................... 35 How to Tell When you Have Mail ........................................... 35 Checking Your Mail.................................................................. 35

2 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; 4,977,455; 5,151,789; 5,335,277: and 5,353,121. Pay-Per-View Programs .................................................................. 36 Purchasing and Previewing ..................................................... 36 Tuning to a Pay-Per-View Program......................................... 36 Using the Program Guide for Pay-Per-View Programs .......... 37 Using the Attractions Guide.................................................... 37 Using the Purchases Menu ...................................................... 38 Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase ................. 39 Spending Limits........................................................................ 39 Timers Feature ................................................................................ 40 Profiles ............................................................................................ 40 Creating a Profile Channel List ............................................... 41 Setting the Rating Limit .......................................................... 41 Viewing Hours.......................................................................... 42 Setting Up Spending Limits ..................................................... 43 Locking a User’s Profile............................................................ 43 Locking the System .................................................................. 44 Choosing Your Profile .............................................................. 45 Options ........................................................................................... 45 Interactive Setup ...................................................................... 46 System Info ............................................................................... 46 Look and Feel........................................................................... 46 System Options ........................................................................ 47 Audio Language ...................................................................... 47 Alternate Data ......................................................................... 47 The Dish Pointing Menu Screen .................................................... 48 Using the On-Screen Signal Meter.......................................... 49 Home Control ................................................................................. 50 Edit Fetch Menu ............................................................................. 52 Customizing the Fetch Menu .................................................. 53 Customizing the FETCH Button............................................... 54 Tips & Troubleshooting ........................................................ 55 Running the System Test ................................................................ 56 Fine-Tuning the Signal ................................................................... 57 How Signal Flow Works ................................................................. 58 Appendix A: Warranty Information ............................. 61 Appendix B: FCC Regulations ...............................................65 Appendix C: Accessories .........................................................67 Index ............................................................................................ 69

3 Getting Started This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first three sections of the manual introduce you to your DIRECTV System and show you how to use the on-screen guides and menus. In Setup and Connections, you’ll learn: • about the jacks and cables • things to know before connecting the components • different ways to connect the digital satellite receiver to your TV • how to order programming The “Using the Remote” section defines the buttons of the remote control and how to program it. The “Program Guides” section details the items and features associated with the different guides. The Rest Of The Manual The rest of the book includes menu information, troubleshooting information—such as running a test of your DIRECTV System—and an index. ¢ Setup and Connections 1 ¢ Program Guides Using the Remote ¢ The Menu System 4 3 2 ¢ Tips & Troubleshooting 5 Setup and Connections