Mitsubishi SR-SDI Owner's Manual
Mitsubishi SR-SDI Owner's Manual

Mitsubishi SR-SDI Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1 MITSUBISHI COVER GOES HERE...
  • Page 2 Trademarks and Copyrights— This manual is copyright © 1999 by Mitsubishi and copyright © 1995- 1999 by Hughes Network Systems. Software contained in the digital satellite receiver and referenced in this manual is copyright © 1995-1999 by Hughes Network Systems.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For your safety and protection, read this entire Owner’s Manual before you attempt to install or use your satellite system. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary. Heed Warnings—All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
  • Page 4 Attachments—Do not use attachments unless recommended by Mitsubishi as they may cause hazards. Satellite Dish Antenna Grounding—The outdoor satellite dish antenna used to receive satellite signals and the cable used to connect the satellite dish antenna to the...
  • Page 5 Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding an, 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. Power Lines—Extreme care must be taken when installing and adjusting or maintaining the outdoor antenna and connecting cable, especially in the vicinity of overhead power lines, electric lights, or power circuits.
  • Page 6: Regulatory Information

    FEDERAL COMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) REGULATORY INFORMATION Federal Communications Commission (FCC)— This equipment complies with both Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules. Part 15 compliance— This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS A FIRST LOOK AT THE SATELLITE SYSTEM What You Should Do First... 1-1 How Does All This Work?... 1-1 ... 1-2 ATELLITE YSTEM OMPONENTS The Satellite Dish Antenna... 1-2 The Digital Satellite Receiver ... 1-2 The Remote Control ...
  • Page 8 Options... 6-10 Cancel Purchase... 6-11 Show Times ... 6-11 DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM ... 7-1 Menu Overview... 7-1 ... 7-2 Setup... 7-2 Scheduler... 7-2 Check Mail... 7-2 Purchases... 7-2 Help... 7-2 Lock/Unlock... 7-2 ... 7-3 ETUP Preferences ... 7-3 Limits ...
  • Page 9: A First Look At The Satellite System

    A FIRST LOOK AT THE SATELLITE Congratulations! You’ve selected one of the most advanced digital video and audio components available today. You now have the capability to receive hundreds of channels of video programming and CD-quality audio. What You Should Do First Your satellite system is both a sophisticated technical product and an easy-to-operate source of entertainment.
  • Page 10: Satellite System Components

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Satellite System Components There are three main components of a satellite system. They are the satellite dish antenna, the DIRECTV PLUS digital satellite receiver, and the remote control. Take a few minutes to read about each one.
  • Page 11 A FIRST LOOK AT THE SATELLITE SYSTEM At any time, pressing the program guide key ( ) will initiate the display of the on-screen guide, where you can see a listing of all available programs, or will display the GUIDE MENU if pressed while displaying a program guide.
  • Page 12: The Remote Control

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The standard RJ-11 modular PHONE JACK is for connecting the digital satellite receiver to your phone line. This phone connection is necessary to access certain program offerings. Calls generated by the digital satellite receiver are toll free. The telephone line connection will not normally interfere with your telephone operation.
  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Satellite System

    SETTING UP YOUR SATELLITE It is recommended that you have your satellite system professionally installed. This is due to safety issues, electrical codes, and assurance of a quality installation. If you should choose to perform the installation yourself, please pay special attention to the precautions in the front of this manual and refer to the chapter “Installing and Pointing Your Satellite Dish Antenna."...
  • Page 14: Choosing The Best Connection For Entertainment System

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Choosing the Best Connection for Your Entertainment System There are a number of ways to connect the DIRECTV PLUS the other audio/video equipment you wish to use. The simplest hookups are described in the following sections.
  • Page 15: Hook Up The Audio/Video Signals

    When using this hookup, you cannot use the digital satellite receiver as a switch to choose between satellite programming and local terrestrial broadcasts. Instead, you will use the input selection that your TV and/or VCR offers to select the source. If your VCR has S-video input…...
  • Page 16: Hook Up To A Stereo System

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Look at the back of your TV and VCR for RF inputs. These may be labeled 75-OHM, 300-OHM, CABLE, FROM ANTENNA, VHF or UHF. These could appear either as a pair of screws or an F-type connector as on the back of the digital satellite receiver.
  • Page 17: Distributing The Video Signal To Distant Rooms

    SETTING UP YOUR SATELLITE SYSTEM Digital satellite Multichannel receiver with stereo with Dolby Dolby Digital Digital decoding (AC-3) output The Dolby Digital (AC-3) environment The best quality sound can be achieved through the use of a 6-channel amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder or Dolby Digital (AC-3) processor.
  • Page 18: Connecting The Vcr Control Cable

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Connecting the VCR Control Cable With the proper connections you can have the digital satellite receiver control your VCR for unattended recording. First, plug the VCR Control cable into the back of the digital satellite receiver.
  • Page 19: Receiver Base Station Installation

    Attach the emitter where the rectangle appears in this picture. The remote control sensor (indicated with an oval) will detect the signals. Transmitter Nose Cone Installation The Remote Control Extender nose cone has been designed to attach to the front of your Mitsubishi Attach the nose cone to point it towards the room for it to work.
  • Page 20: Setting The Address Of Your Digital Satellite Receiver And Remote Control

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Setting the Address of your Digital Satellite Receiver and Remote Control To avoid interference between your remote control and your neighbors that may have the same model remote control, you should change the address of your components. This is similar to choosing a channel on a cordless phone so that you and your neighbors don't hear each others' conversations.
  • Page 21: Controlling The Digital Satellite Receiver

    CONTROLLING THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Now it’s time for you to take control. Take a few minutes to read through this chapter to begin to understand how to operate your system. Let’s begin with a couple of simple rules. First, there is nothing that you can do, using the front panel keys or the remote control keys, which could harm the DIRECTV PLUS digital satellite receiver in any way.
  • Page 22 MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER into a standby mode which enables it to continue monitoring data sent from DIRECTV, call in status reports to DIRECTV, start and stop your VCR for programs you have scheduled, receive messages, and perform other background activities. The only apparent changes occurring in the standby mode are that the video goes black, the IN FROM ANTENNA connector signals are passed through to the OUT TO TV connector, and the power light is off.
  • Page 23: Installing The Satellite Dish Antenna

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA There’s a cluster of satellites way out there in space, and just as a telescope is pointed at a star, you need to point your satellite dish antenna at the satellites. In this chapter we will explain the basic process for determining where to mount and how to point your satellite dish antenna.
  • Page 24: The Installation Screen

    For the larger, oval, multi-LNB satellite dish, refer to the additional assembly documentation included with the satellite dish. If you are missing any parts contact Mitsubishi Consumer Relations at 1-800-332-2119. Your satellite dish antenna will need to be pointed at a satellite cluster located 22,300 miles in orbit above the equator.
  • Page 25: Alignment Result Pop-Up Panel

    Note: Choosing the correct dish type is necessary to obtain correct pointing results. After highlighting the appropriate dish type, press Next, move the highlight to the Position button and press your location by either ZIP code or by your latitudinal and longitudinal position. Press the keys on the remote control or receiver front panel until your preferred selection is highlighted, then press You will now see a pop-up panel with space to enter your information.
  • Page 26 MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 2) Using a compass like the one shown, hold the compass level so that the needle can rotate freely. When the needle stops rotating, it will be pointing north. Doing so carefully so as not to disturb the needle, rotate the body of the compass so that the 0°...
  • Page 27: Selecting A Mounting Option

    Selecting a Mounting Option Now that you have chosen where you want to install your satellite dish antenna, you need to select the appropriate mounting. Use the options described below to determine the section of this chapter that you should advance to. All installations require grounding per NEC 810-15 and NEC 820-33.
  • Page 28: Installation Procedure

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Have the following tools and materials handy during this process. Items marked with an asterisk (*) indicate that they are included in the Do-It-Yourself Installation Kit (sold separately). Drill bits (1/8-inch, 3/16-inch) Carpenter’s level...
  • Page 29: Installing The Satellite Dish

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 4) Rotate the mast until it is plumb with the level, then tighten the pivot bolt and alignment nuts. If you are still unable to align the mast with the level, try using wooden shims. If they do not correct the problem you will need to find another site to install the satellite dish antenna.
  • Page 30: Installation Procedure

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Have the following tools and materials handy during this process. Items marked with a asterisk (*) indicate that they are included in the Do-It-Yourself Installation Kit (sold separately). Masonry drill bit (3/8- inch) Machine screws * (¼-...
  • Page 31: Installing The Satellite Dish

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 8) Install the mast assembly onto the mounting surface using a 3-inch x ¼-20 machine screw (see diagram). Tighten the screw enough to secure the base plate, but leave it loose enough to enable you to adjust the base plate. 9) Verify that the mast is still plumb and adjust if necessary.
  • Page 32 MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER plumb the satellite dish antenna mast in at least two different locations on the side of the mast, as shown. These two measurements should be at right angles to each other. If the mast is plumb (aligned vertically with the bubble level), go to step 5.
  • Page 33: Installing The Satellite Dish

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 10) Install the mast assembly onto the cinder block surface using a 3-inch x ¼-20 machine screw (see diagram). Tighten the screw enough to secure the base plate, but leave it loose enough to enable you to adjust the base plate.
  • Page 34: Assembling The Satellite Dish Antenna

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 2) Dig a hole at least 8-inches in diameter and 36-inches deep. If you live in an area where the 6) Let the cement dry for 24 hours before you remove the guy wires or attempt to attach the satellite dish antenna to the pole.
  • Page 35: Attaching The Satellite Disha

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 2) Install the mounting bracket of the LNB support arm onto the four flat-head screws, as shown. 3) Loosely install a ¼-inch nut onto the portion of each flat- head screw that sticks through the back of the reflector and mounting bracket.
  • Page 36: Grounding The Metal Pole Mount

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Local electric codes and the National Electric Code (NEC) require the satellite dish antenna to be grounded. Grounding the satellite dish antenna helps protect against damage caused by static voltage buildup or nearby lightning strikes.
  • Page 37: Installation Procedure

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA Sledge hammer Installation Procedure 1) Use a sledgehammer to drive the ground rod 8 feet into the ground near where you installed the satellite dish antenna base plate. 2) Insert the ¼-20 x ½-inch bolt through the grounding hole on the base plate.
  • Page 38: Installation Procedure

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Installation Procedure 1) Select the location where you will install the ground block. Choose a site that will be near the For single LNBs or dual LNB installations using only one side, a single coaxial cable will be used.
  • Page 39: Attaching The Lnb To The Lnb S

    Attaching the LNB to the LNB Support Arm 1) Slide the cable connection end of the LNB into the D-shaped opening in the LNB support arm so that the LNB points toward the reflector. The end of the LNB may be rectangular or D- shaped, however either type will fit.
  • Page 40: Positioning The Satellite Disha

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER that you are connecting the cable to the SATELLITE IN jack - not the IN FROM ANT jack. Positioning the Satellite Dish Antenna Pointing accuracy is very important. You must be pointing the satellite dish antenna exactly at the satellites for you to receive a signal.
  • Page 41: Pointing The Satellite Dish Antenna Using The "Box" Method

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA Pointing the Satellite Dish Antenna Using the “Box” Method The easiest way to find the satellite signal is by scanning the sky in the general direction that the satellite is located. While you could possibly achieve this by trial and error, you should be able to find the signal in just a few minutes using the “box”...
  • Page 42 If you cannot achieve any signal after several tries, recheck that the LNB satellite cable is connected to the SATELLITE IN jack - not the IN FROM ANT jack. For additional support, call your dealer or Mitsubishi Consumer Relations at 1-800-332-2119.
  • Page 43: Authorizing Your Service

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA Authorizing Your Service To confirm that the satellite dish antenna is properly adjusted to receive signals, try to receive promotional channels from DIRECTV. If you can receive them, you can now arrange to receive your DIRECTV programming 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at the following number: DIRECTV 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288) You can enjoy over 210 channels of digitally delivered sports, movies, news, and family...
  • Page 45: Watching Directv

    PROGRAMMING This chapter will reveal many different ways to find the programs you want to watch. The first thing you should know is that channels in the DIRECTV programming guide are arranged differently. Local programming delivered via satellite (if available) is located in channel numbers below 100. Channels that are not traditionally local broadcasts start at channel 100 and could go as high as 9999.
  • Page 46: The Oneline™ Guide

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The OneLine™ Guide If you’d like to know what’s on another channel without switching from your current channel, use the OneLine Guide. Simply press and begin browsing. You can see the channel call sign and number, titles, and program start and end times.
  • Page 47: Alternate Services

    Alternate Services The digital satellite receiver can support alternate audio services. To determine if the services are The Alternate Services panel specified on the PREFERENCES screen. See the chapter “Digital Satellite Receiver’s Menu System” for information on setting the default audio. Digital Audio Once you have selected the Digital Audio button you can use the audio tracks offered for the current program.
  • Page 49: The On-Screen Guides

    THE ON-SCREEN The most powerful feature of the DIRECTV PLUS You may customize the on-screen guide you can see a page of channels or program listings to include only programs of interest to you. Other advanced features available from the on-screen guides, such as scheduling and program information, will help plan your viewing.
  • Page 50: Descriptions

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER the fact that there is two lines of text associated with each program title. While this provides more space for the program titles and for channel tags, it also reduces the number of channels to be displayed simultaneously.
  • Page 51: Using Preselect

    Using PreSelect With the PreSelect feature you can select viewing choices in advance to avoid missing them. Use PreSelect to plan your evening viewing; your digital satellite receiver will automatically change channels according to your selections and control your VCR for unattended recording. To PreSelect a program, find an upcoming program you wish to watch and press the PreSelecting Programs for Taping You can utilize this feature commonly known as StarSight One-Touch Record (OTR).
  • Page 52: The Program Guide (Lg. Cell)

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The PROGRAM GUIDE (SM. CELL) displays 1½-hours of programming. Up to 12 channels can be seen at one time. This number is reduced to 9 if the program description option is enabled. The largest area of the PROGRAM GUIDE (SM. CELL) made up of cells is known as the program grid.
  • Page 53: The Title Guide

    THE ON-SCREEN GUIDES and call signs or network logos. Also, the Channel Sort (Name or Number) option specified in the system’s PREFERENCES screen will dictate whether the channels are listed by channel number, or alphabetically by call sign. To navigate the guide, use the , , , and keys.
  • Page 54: The Logo Guide

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The LOGO GUIDE The LOGO GUIDE without descriptions The LOGO GUIDE displays up to 56 network logos at a time. This number is reduced to 42 if the program description option is enabled.
  • Page 55: Filtering The Guides

    Filtering the Guides Searching through hundreds of programs can be overwhelming. The digital satellite receiver will help you find what you are looking for. By pressing the will display, providing the filtering tools and ways to access other guide styles. By combining each of these filter options, you can quickly narrow down 200+ channels to those that meet your viewing interests.
  • Page 56: Channel List

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Channel List The Lists pop-up menu enables you to filter the guide to display only channels from the selected list. In addition to All Channels, you can choose one of your own defined lists.
  • Page 57: The Information Screen

    The INFORMATION Screen To obtain more information about a particular program while viewing one of the various on-screen The INFORMATION screen The following buttons may be available: Done When you highlight the Done button and press channel offering a purchase. View After reading the program description and related information, you may choose to view it by highlighting the View button and pressing...
  • Page 58: Preselect To View

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Use the VCR SETUP screen as described in the chapter “The Digital Satellite Receiver’s Menu System.” Set your VCR to match the output of the digital satellite receiver. This could be either RF (channel 3 or 4) or A/V (phono or S-video).
  • Page 59: Show Times

    Show Times The Show Times button provides a simple way to display a concise list of other presentation times for a The SHOW TIMES screen THE ON-SCREEN GUIDES certain program. Use this button to find a more convenient viewing time. After selecting an alternate viewing time, you will be returned to an updated INFORMATION screen.
  • Page 61: Digital Satellite Receiver's Menu System

    DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU The DIRECTV PLUS digital satellite receiver offers much more than fantastic audio and video. The Main Menu is the primary location where you can access system management functions. From the MAIN MENU you can access the on-screen guide, customize system features, read DIRECTV messages, lock and unlock your system, and more.
  • Page 62: Main Menu

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Main Menu From the MAIN MENU you can access the on-screen guide, customize your system features, check incoming mail, lock and unlock your system, and more. There are two ways to get to the MAIN MENU. First, you can press keys on the remote control.
  • Page 63: Setup Menu

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECIEVER'S MENU SYSTEM Setup Menu Many functions of your digital satellite receiver can be customized. These settings may be modified and reviewed in the SETUP MENU. Places to go from the SETUP MENU The remaining buttons provide access to those features described in greater detail in this chapter.
  • Page 64: Current Settings Overview

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Things to do in the SETUP MENU Current settings overview An overview of the current settings can be reviewed without having to access each associated screen. Scheduler The digital satellite receiver is equipped with a SCHEDULER that allows up to 32 events to be programmed.
  • Page 65: Check Mail

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECIEVER'S MENU SYSTEM Next, enter a Start time using either the number keys on the remote control or the to continue. You then must specify whether the time you entered is AM or PM (or N for noon, or M for midnight if the time specified is 12:00) using the Using the same procedure as setting the start time, set the program Duration as hours and minutes.
  • Page 66: History/Upcoming

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER For each purchase, the event channel, title, start date and time, and cost is listed. If there are more events than can fit on the screen, use the Places to go from the PURCHASES screen History/Upcoming The History or Upcoming button appears only on the complementary screen.
  • Page 67: Locking Procedure

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECIEVER'S MENU SYSTEM Locking Procedure When the Lock button is selected, the LOCK SYSTEM pop-up panel is displayed. Use the The LOCK pop-up panel Unlocking Procedure To remove the lock and its restrictions, highlight the Unlock button and press the The UNLOCK pop-up panel Temporarily Overriding the Lock There are times you may wish to temporarily remove the restrictions imposed by locking.
  • Page 68: Preferences

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Preferences By changing the various options on the PREFERENCES screen, you can customize the digital satellite receiver to operate in the way that best suits your needs. You can access the PREFERENCES screen at any time and as often as you like to change any of these settings.
  • Page 69: Filters

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECIEVER'S MENU SYSTEM Filters The default setting for Filters is “Temporary.” With a setting of “Temporary,” each time you leave the on-screen guide, all filters other than Channel List will reset (all categories and complete class). If you change the Filters setting to “Persistent,”...
  • Page 70: Factory Defaults

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Factory Defaults If you ever want to reset the digital satellite receiver preferences, select the Factory Defaults button. Limits The LIMITS screen provides settings to help you control the viewing restrictions of satellite programming.
  • Page 71: Max Spending

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECIEVER'S MENU SYSTEM Max Spending Pay per view access enables you to purchase special, limited-broadcast events such as sporting events The SPENDING LIMIT pop-up panel Channel Lists are provided to help you organize the hundreds of available channels into groupings that The CHANNEL LISTS setup screen Places to go from the CHANNEL LISTS screen Rename...
  • Page 72: Clear

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER channels were excluded or included due to the digital satellite receiver’s analysis process. You may edit the lists manually to correct these oversights. Clear You may decide to remove all channels from a particular list later on. Selecting Clear will allow you to clear all channels from a chosen list.
  • Page 73: Installation

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECIEVER'S MENU SYSTEM Installation The INSTALLATION screen provides the utilities that makes the setup and testing of your system The INSTALLATION screen Once the process has begun, your old access card will no longer allow viewing. You should not interrupt the process once it has begun.
  • Page 74: Position

    If you cannot remedy a problem yourself, call your dealer or Mitsubishi Consumer Relations at 1-800-332- 2119 and provide the technician with a complete description of the problem and the results of the system test.
  • Page 75: Vcr Setup

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECIEVER'S MENU SYSTEM VCR Setup The VCR SETUP screen provides access to the settings that will allow the digital satellite receiver to The VCR SETUP screen More than one code may be assigned to your brand of VCR. Try each of the codes offered by using the keys to step through each code.
  • Page 76 MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The “ALIEN” search word might find the movie “Aliens” as well as any program which includes the word “alien” in the description. Partial words work as well. Entering the desired words is easy using the pop-up keyboard. You can highlight the desired letter using the , , , and keys.
  • Page 77: Using D-Vhs Features

    USING D-VHS FEATURES This DIRECTV PLUS digital satellite receiver has the added advantage of being compatible with the Hughes HDR-205 D-VHS video recorder. This recorder allows you to record DIRECTV programming in the highest quality possible. This is because the D-VHS records the actual digital signal, rather than a converted analog signal.
  • Page 78: Recording Speed

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Recording Speed The Recording Speed setting is for specifying the default speed for analog recording. See your D-VHS owner’s manual to determine the benefits of the two recording speed options. Test D-VHS Status The Test D-VHS Status field displays the current tape transport activity.
  • Page 79: Lockout Warnings

    time displayed in the upper right corner are associated with the time that the program was recorded, rather than the current date and time. The INFORMATION BANNER can be displayed by pressing the BANNER is displayed. The OneLine Guide appears when you press the during D-VHS playback, so only the playing program’s information is available.
  • Page 80 MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The VCR keys on your remote control should now operate the VCR transport functions. For additional information regarding D-VHS VCR features, please refer to the owner’s manual that accompanied your D-VHS VCR.
  • Page 81: Programming Your Remote Control

    PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL You can use the remote control that came with your DIRECTV PLUS digital satellite receiver to control other components in your entertainment system. The remote control will control your digital satellite receiver and other devices in your entertainment system.
  • Page 82 MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Once you are in code entry mode, enter the three-digit code. Press the device key being programmed once again to lock in the entered code. The remote will remember the code until you reprogram it.
  • Page 83 Matsui 027 030 Memorex 102 101 003 010 014 031 034 053 072 139 045 046 059 Minolta 013 156 Mitsubishi 059 061 046 051 142 013 045 162 034 040 Multitech 024 034 012 023 043 048 039 Nordmende...
  • Page 84: Using The Remote Control

    MITSUBISHI BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Using the Remote Control Once your codes are entered, you are ready to start using your universal remote control. The device keys allow you to switch from one device to another. Some keys behave in a special way. They control one device while you are actually in another device mode.
  • Page 85: Controlling Other Components Using The Aux Button

    PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Controlling Other Components Using the AUX Button Some additional features are available when the remote control is in the AUX mode. Volume Control in AUX Mode Note that when the remote control is in TV, VCR, or SAT mode, the volume keys control the sound volume for the television.
  • Page 87 QUESTIONS ANSWERS Questions? Did we forget to tell you something? Many people, over time, have questions about their satellite system. We have compiled the most common of these questions and the answers in this appendix. We hope they help! I had a signal but now I am getting a message “Searching for satellite signal. To access related utilities, press .”...
  • Page 88 This happens very rarely and lasts for only a minute or so. What if my question isn’t listed here? Call your dealer or Mitsubishi Consumer Relations at 1-800-332-2119. We will do our very best to answer your questions. key to switch...
  • Page 89 MITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (“MDEA”) warrants to the original purchaser of this DIRECTV or DIRECTV PLUS Receiver or satellite dish antenna, if purchased from an authorized MITSUBISHI Audio/Video Dealer that, should it prove defective by reason of improper workmanship and/or material: Receivers, Satellite Dish Antennas and LNB(s).
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