Panasonic Directv Digital Satellite Receiver Tzdbs01 Operating Instructions

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ROLLER GUIDE MENU OPERATIONS
Options : About
The About screen displays assorted information about the manufacturer, including the
following:
• Product Description
• Version
• Serial # number of the Digital Satellite Receiver
• Model #
Procedure
rPress MENU button to display the Rollerguide.
rPress pq buttons to highlight the OPTIONS Icon. 
rPress ACTION button to display the OPTIONS screen.
rPress pq buttons to highlight About. Information about the unit is displayed.
rPresstbutton twice to exit the...

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ROLLER GUIDE MENU OPERATIONS
Options : Upgrades
This screen shows the past and present version of the software and any future
upgrades.
Procedure
rIn the Options menu, press por q button to highlight Upgrades. The software information
is displayed.
Options: Features
This screen shows the special features of the Digital Satellite Screen.
Procedure
rIn Options menu, press p orq button to highlight Features. Information regarding the
Digital Satellite Receiver is shown.Options: Upgrades Screen
Clock...

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ROLLER GUIDE MENU OPERATIONS
TIMER
This Digital Satellite Receiver contains eight timers that are capable of tuning the Digital
Satellite Receiver on and off at selected times, on selected channels and on selected
days. The timer options provide you an automatic way of controlling the Digital Satellite
Receiver when it is active. The options are the following:
• OFF (default state)
•ON 
Off state
The Off state disables the timer and clears the timer data fields.
On state
The On state enables the timer...

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ROLLER GUIDE MENU OPERATIONS
TIMER (Cont.)
Note:All Data fields must be entered prior to setting the view mode. Timers cannot overlap
between the timers. The first entered timer will override the other timers. 
Timer Error Messages
The Digital Satellite Receiver will scan the timer data fields and notify you of any
problems before letting you set the viewing mode.
  TIMER Activation
The TIMER is active when the Digital Satellite
Receiver is OFF or ON.  The Digital Satellite
Receiver will switch to the...

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GLOSSARY AND ACRONYMS
Glossary and Acronyms
APGAdvanced Program Guide™ the DIRECTV electronic program guide.
AT S CAdvanced Television Systems Committee. Standardization body that developed the
Digital Television Terrestrial formats.
CAMConditional access module, usually referred to as the access card. A removable,
electronic subassembly providing conditional access control of the subscriber
terminal.
CSRCustomer Service Representative
DIRECTVDIRECTV is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit...

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GLOSSARY AND ACRONYMS
OSDOn-screen display
PasswordA stored word a user must provide in order to perform a function.
SDStandard Definition
Smart CardCredit card sized microcomputer capable of securely storing service authorization and
system preferences such as pay per view lock. Also known as the CAM.
SubscriberCustomer of the DIRECTV Service
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S.
patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright...

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TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting
Before requesting service for this unit, check the table below for a possible cause of the problem you are
experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the problem and
restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the table do not solve the
problem, consult your dealer or call 1-888-726-2377 for assistance.
SymptomRemedy
No powerCheck that  the AC power cord is securely...

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SERVICE INFORMATION
Service Information
Product Service
Do not attempt to remove the cover or repair
the unit yourself.  Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.  
Product Information
For product service related to hardware,
product information or assistance with product
operation, consult your dealer or call 1-888-
726-2377 (
Monday-Friday/ 8AM-10PM) (Sat &
Sun/ 10AM-10PM
)EST. For assistance with
activation, programming and access card, call
1-800-DIRECTV. Please have your Digital
Satellite...

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NOTES
Panasonic Home and Commercial Products Company,
Division of Matsushita
Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way
Secaucus, New Jersey  07094