G95DSS98BSatellite Receiver

SATELLITE RECEIVER USER'S GUIDE Safety Information WARNING 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 “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 receiver to rain or moisture. Cautions Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the 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 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. The RF remote control complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) The RF remote control may not cause harmful interference and; 2) The RF remote control must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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. 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-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Care and Cleaning:Use a soft cloth or 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. Table of Contents 1 Setup and Connections ........................................ 3 Step 1: Unpack the DSS® System ................................................... 4 Step 2: Connect Your Receiver to Your TV and Other Devices ..... 4 Things to Know Before Connecting Components .................. 4 Jacks and Cables ........................................................................ 5 Back of the Receiver ................................................................. 6 Basic Connection ....................................................................... 7 Advanced Connection .............................................................. 8 Step 3: Connect the VCR Controller ............................................... 9 Locating the VCR’s Infrared Remote Control Sensor .............. 9 Selecting a VCR Type ................................................................ 9 Step 4: Find the Video Input Channel on Your TV ...................... 11 Step 5: Interactive Setup ............................................................... 12 Step 6: Place Batteries in the Remote Control ............................ 12 STEP 7: Plug in and Turn on the System ....................................... 12 Step 8: Order DSS ® Programming ................................................. 13 Using the Remote ............................................... 15 Remote Control Buttons ............................................................... 16 The Point and Select Method ....................................................... 18 Programming the Remote Control .............................................. 19 TV Codes .................................................................................. 21 VCR Codes ............................................................................... 22 Cable Box Codes ...................................................................... 23 Program Guides .................................................. 25 Bringing Up the Program Guides ........................................... 26 Anatomy of a Program Guide ...................................................... 26 The Channel Banner ...................................................................... 27 Using the GUIDE Button ......................................................... 28 Getting Around in the Guides ............................................... 28 Tuning to a Program ............................................................... 29 Additional Program Guides .................................................... 30 Sorting the Guides ................................................................. 32 The Menu System ............................................... 39 Using the Menu System ................................................................ 40 Back and Help ......................................................................... 40 Menu Descriptions .................................................................. 41 The Program Guide ....................................................................... 42 The Mailbox .........…

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The Menu System 39 ã Setup and Connections What ’s a Menu? The on-screen 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 on- screen menus are also separated into sections to help you find the information you need. Don’t Forget Point and Select As with all of the on-screen displays, you use Point and Select to navigate. 1 ãã Troubleshooting 5 Using the Remote ã 2 The Menu System The Menu System 4 Program Guides 3 The Menu System 40 Using the Menu System To bring up the Main menu, press MENU on the remote. Use point and select to choose an item from the 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 OK to select it. Back and Help There are Back and Help buttons at the top of most screens. Point to Back and press OK to leave that screen. Point to Help to see more information about that screen. Exiting a Screen There are three ways to exit a menu: •Point to Back and press OK. •Press the CLEAR button on the remote control. The on-screen displays clear from the screen and you return to TV viewing. •Press the GO BACK button on the remote. You return to the previous on-screen display or normal programming. Using Help All menus have a Help button. For example, selecting the Help button from the Main menu shows you information about using the Main menu screen. The rest of the Help buttons in the menu system bring up helpful information explaining one aspect of that menu. Use the MENU button to bring up the Main menu, and then use Point and Select to choose a menu option. 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. If the Main menu doesn’t appear when you press MENU, the remote might not be in DSS ® mode. Try pressing the DSS button on the remote, and then OK. The Menu System 41 Menu Descriptions This section briefly describes each of the available Main menu options. More information about each menu and its features is included later in this chapter. Program Guide Shows the on-screen programming schedules. Mailbox Use to read mail messages from your program providers. Purchases Use to review or cancel upcoming purchases, and to review past purchases. Timers Allows you to schedule the digital satellite system to tune to a specific channel at a specific time. Profiles Allows you to set ratings limits, spending limits, and viewing hours, as well as create favorite channel lists. Options Allows you to find out more about the receiver and remote, change how your system looks, run the system test and install a new access card. Dish Pointing Use to find your dish pointing coordinates, and to access the on-screen signal strength meter. Home Control With the proper equipment, this feature lets you control certain devices and appliances in your house. Don’t Be Afraid to Explore Once you’ve learned the basics, feel free to poke around the menu system because exploring is the best way to learn. The context-sensitive help at the bottom of the screen provides instructions for getting through any particular menu or control panel. Remember, press CLEAR at any time to leave the menu system and return to regular system viewing. Don’t Forget About the CLEAR Button Press the CLEAR button on the remote to remove the on-screen menus and return to normal viewing. The Menu System 42 The Program Guide Selecting Program Guide brings up your default program guide: the Detail Guide, the Grid Guide or SurfGuide. Anatomy of a Program Guide The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in the Detail Guide and Grid Guide. Bringing Up the Program Guides Besides selecting Program Guide in the Main menu, you can press the GUIDE button on the remote. Displays more sorting options “Family” is one of five selectable Profiles Program titles and information Returns you to previous screen Help gives you more information Sort the guide by: Topics, Movies, or Sports Sorts the current guide alphabetically by title Searches guide for specific information Takes you to the Main menu Scrolls through the guide Shows all available programs Indicates current time Want More Information? Read the section in this book called Program Guides for all the details. The Menu System 43 The Mailbox The mailbox shows you messages that are sent—or “mailed”—from your program providers. For example, you may receive a message calling your attention to a new service. How to Tell When you Have Mail There are two ways to tell if you have mail, depending on whether the receiver is turned on or off. •If the receiver is turned on, the mail icon in the channel banner is highlighted. •If the receiver is turned off, the power light on the front panel of the receiver flashes. Checking Your Mail Select Mailbox on the Main menu or channel banner to view your mail. 1.Point to a message and press OK. The message is opened for you to read. Mail provides the latest information from program providers. 2.Press OK again to close the letter. After you read a message and want to erase it, point to Erase Message and press OK. When you exit the display screen, messages not erased are saved in memory. The Menu System 44 Pay-Per-View Programs Pay-per-view programs (PPV) are programs that you purchase—like a movie ticket—on an event-by-event basis. For instance, there might be a specific channel that runs nothing but previews for movies. After previewing the movie, you can purchase it or find out more details about it. PPV programs can also be found in the program guide. Purchasing and Previewing There are several ways to purchase and preview PPV movies and events: •Tune to a PPV program’s channel. Program providers may offer on- screen purchase instructions, usually as the PPV program begins. •Choose a PPV program from the program guide. •Preview a…

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COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Exhibit 4: Block Diagrams 974MHz to 1426MHz IR in Home Ctrl Fiber connector Tuner Satlink Smart card Telco Modem Audio out Video out Rf remote receiver IR blaster Main Power Supply +5v -5v +3.3v +22v +28v Antenna power supply SDRAM Rom Flash Rom Dram 2/4 megabytes 2 megabytes 512Kb or 2Mb EEPROM 4Kb Audio DAC one S-VHS One NTSC Green Led Smart card power supply SPDIF one Right one left RJ12 RJ11 27MHz VCXO Audio clock Audio data (Sti5505) 42MHz osc RF Modulator R L Mono + 3 button Keyboard Cold start reset 16MHz osc IIc bus DBS4 (optional) 2/4 megabytes System Block Diagram COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Quadrature Demodulation IC Gain Control I Q Tank Circuit Tracking Bandpass Input SAW Filter PLL IC freq 9741426 123141516 freq 140 freq 140 freq 120 At IF, Before SAW filter After SAW filter Output 4 MHz Tuner Block Diagram Receive Antenna Input Match Output Match Mixer LNA Varicap VCO PLL Circuit Devide 64 Filter IF Filter Log AMP Phase Detector Crystal LO XTAL 5KHz Sallen-Key Filter Average Circuit Comparator Buffer/Inverter Data O/P Crystal freq = 4.816 MHz LO Freq = 308.224 MHz RF Remote Receiver Block Diagram COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B CH. 3 SAW RESONATOR CH. 4 SAW RESONATOR SELECTOR SWITCH PICTURE CARRIER OSCILLATOR VIDEO MODULATOR AUDIO MODULATOR 75 USEC PRE-EMPHASIS 4.5 MHz TUNED CIRCUIT FM MODULATED OSCILLATOR VIDEO IN CHANNEL SELECT AUDIO IN RF OUT SYNC TIP CLAMP 61.25 MHz 67.25 MHz CH 3-4 MODULATOR

COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Exhibit 3: Photographs of Overall Appearance Front View of the EUT COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Back View of the EUT

COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Exhibit 1: FCC ID Label Equipment Identification Label In accordance with the requirements of Sections 15.19 (a)(3), 15.311, 2.925 and 2.926 of the FCC Rules, the following information will be permanently affixed to the Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Model DRD225RD. The label shown below contains the FCC ID number only; it is placed on the back of the unit as shown in the photograph on the following page. U LR U L R C LISTED 7M09 E157474 SATELLITE RECEIVER 120V 60Hz 19W FCC ID: G95DSS98B MODEL SERIAL DRD225RD 810535000 COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Back View of the EUT showing label placement COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B The label shown below contains the compliance statement and is placed on the bottom of the unit as shown in the diagram below. LABEL FOR BOTTOM OF UNIT THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION. MACROVISION PATENT NUMBERS 4631603, 4577216, 4819098 LICENSED FOR NON-COMMERCIAL HOME USE ONLY. DSS AND DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEM ARE TRADEMARKS OF DIRECTV, INC., A (UNIT) OF GM HUGHES ELECTRONICS, AND ARE USED UNDER LICENSE. COMPLIES WITH PART 68 FCC RULES. RINGER EQUIVALENCE 0.0B. FCC REGISTRATION # G??USA-?????-??-? STARSIGHT LICENSED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF U.S. PAT. NOS. 4,706,121, 5,335,227, and 5,353,121. MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION. LICENSED UNDER ONE OR MORE U.S. PATENTS, INCLUDING PAT. NO. 5,479,562. COPYRIGHT 1992-1996 DOLBY LABORATORIES, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B LOCATION OF LABEL LABEL

COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Exhibit 9: Internal Photographs Inside View of the EUT COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Component Side of the Main PC Board COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Component Side 3/4 Modulator and Tuner COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Trace Side Main PC Board COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Component Side of RF Receiver Board COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Trace Side of RF Receiver Board

COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Exhibit 6: Test Report TEST REPORT FROM: COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORY Type of Report: Certification TEST OF: DRD225RD FCC ID: G95DSS98B To FCC PART 15, Subpart B Test Report Serial No: 73-6559 Applicant: Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. P.O. Box 6139 Indianapolis, IN 46206-6139 Issue Date: June 22, 1998 Dates of Test: June 18, 1998 COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B CERTIFICATION OF ENGINEERING REPORT This report has been prepared by Communication Certification Laboratory to determine compliance of the device described below with the requirements of FCC PART 15, Subpart B. This report may be reproduced in full, partial reproduction may only be made with the written consent of the laboratory. The results in this report apply only to the sample tested. -Applicant:Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. -Manufacturer:Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. -Brand Name:RCA -Model Number:DRD225RD -FCC ID:G95DSS98B On this 22 nd day of June, 1998, I, individually, and for Communication Certification Laboratory, certify that the statements made in this engineering report are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge, and are made in good faith. COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORY Checked by: Roger J. Midgley EMC Manager Tested by: Jeffrey L. Draney EMC Technician COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B SECTION 1. CLIENT INFORMATION AND RESPONSIBLE PARTY: 1.1 Client Information: Company Name: Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. P.O. Box 6139 Indianapolis, IN 46206-6139 Contact Name:Eugene E. Janson Title:Compliance Manager COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B SECTION 2. EQUIPMENT UNDER TEST (EUT) 2.1 Identification of EUT: Trade Name:RCA Model Name or Number:DRD225RD Country of Manufacture:Mexico 2.2 Description of EUT: The DRD225RD is a digital satellite receiver to be used for Ku-Band satellite transmission. The DRD225RD receives a 974 to 1426 MHz signal from the LNB and converts the signal to a standard modulated TV signal (channel 3 or 4). The DRD225RD provides the following features: Channel 3/4 RF modulator, S-video, composite video, right/left audio output, VCR IR output, telco jack, home control data port, satellite tuner input and ac input. Universal TV, VCR, Cable remote control. The DRD225RD Digital Satellite Receiver has nine different models, (RCA DRD222RB, RCA DRD225RD, RCA DS325RD, DSS NS2151ND, DSS NS2251ND, RCA DS223RD, RCA DCD205RD, TBD VS2255TD, RCA DSM232RD). All models utilize the same PC boards. The DRD225RD is the fully populated satellite receiver, which features an UHF RF Remote Control receiver (FCC ID:G95REM001). The data used in this report reflects the DRD225RD satellite receiver. 2.3 Modification Incorporated/Special Accessories on EUT: There were no modifications or special accessories required to comply with the specification. Signature: Eugene E. Janson Title: Compliance Manager COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B 2.4 EUT and Support Equipment: The FCC ID numbers for all the EUT and support equipment used during the test are listed on the following page: Brand Name Model Number Serial No. FCC ID NumberDescriptionName of Interface Ports/Interface Cables BN: RCA MN: F27732SB SN: 641411834 (2) N/A27” color Television Composite video audio, video In, RF In./ RG-59 cables fitted with F connectors, RCA connectors, S- video. BN: RCA MN: DRD225RD (1) G95DSS98BSatellite Receiver Composite video audio, RF Out, RF In, Dish Input, Modem Port/ RG-59 cables fitted with F connectors, RCA connectors, Coaxial cable, VCR Control Output, Modular cable. BN: X-10 MN: CM11A B4SCM10A2 Way Computer Interface Unshielded modular cable (2). BN: Toshiba MN: 2060 N/A2 X 6 PBXModular Telephone cables (2). Note: (1) EUT (2) Interface port connected to EUT (See Section 2.5) The support equipment listed was not modified in order to achieve compliance with this standard. COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B 2.5 Interface Ports on EUT: Name of Port(s)No. of Ports Fitted to EUT. Cable Descriptions/Length S-videoOneMini DIN cable. Baseband Video Out OneShielded RCA cable. Audio OutTwoShielded RCA cable. Dish InputOneCoaxial cable. Infrared Control Circuit OneUnshielded VCR Control Output. UHF remote control Receiver OneCoax cable. Modem portOneModular telephone cable. Home ControlOneModular telephone cable. TV Antenna InputOneCoaxial cable. RF Output to TVOneCoaxial cable. COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B SECTION 3. TEST SPECIFICATION, METHODS & PROCEDURES 3.1 Test Specification: Title:FCC PART 15, Subpart B (47 CFR 15). Limits and methods of measurement of radio interference characteristics of radio frequency devices. Purpose of Test: The tests were performed to demonstrate Initial compliance. 3.2 Methods & Procedures: 3.2.1 '' 15.107 Conducted Limits (a) Except for Class A digital devices, for equipment that is designed to be connected to the public utility (AC) power line, the radio frequency voltage that is conducted back onto the AC power line on any frequency or frequencies within the band 450 kHz to 30 MHz shall not exceed 250 microvolts. Compliance with the provision shall be based on the measurement of the radio frequency voltage between each power line and ground at the power terminals. (b) For a Class A digital device that is designed to be connected to the public utility (AC) power line, the radio frequency voltage that is conducted back onto the AC power line on any frequency or frequencies within the band 450 kHz to 30 MHz shall not exceed the limits in the following table. Compliance with this provision shall be based on the measurement of the radio frequency voltage between each power line and ground at the power terminals. The lower limit applies at …

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COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Exhibit 7: Test Set-Up Photographs Front View Radiated Emissions Worst Case Configuration COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Back View Radiated Emissions Worst Case Configuration COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Front View Conducted Emissions Worst Case Configuration COMMUNICATION CERTIFICATION LABORATORYTEST REPORT: 73-6559 FCC ID: G95DSS98B Back View Conducted Emissions Worst Case Configuration