Panasonic Directv Digital Satellite Receiver Tzdbs01 Operating Instructions

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FRONT AND REAR VIEW OF THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER
Front and Rear View of the Digital Satellite Receiver
Front Panel
POWERTurns the Digital Satellite Receiver On.
MENUPress to enter and exit Roller Guide Menu system.
GUIDEPress to access the Advanced Program Guide™.
INFOPress to display the Channel banner or to search within the
Guide.
ACTIONPress to enter selection from the Guide or from the Menu.
NAVIGATION 
BUTTONS Press the navigation arrows to move the highlight up, down, left
or right.
SMART CARDAlso known as Access Card, identifies you to your program
providers. The DIRECTV System requires a valid card. (Slide the
door to the right to access the smart card.)
Notes:
rDIRECTV programming sold separately.
rProgramming 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).
DI GI TAL SATELLI TE RECEI VERPanasonic
MENU
GUI DEINFO
ACTI ON
POWER
Menu button
Navi gati on buttons
Navi gati on buttons
Action button Gui de buttonInfo butttonSmar t Car d
(behi nd door)Power button
Power i ndi cator LED
Remote Control  sensor 
						

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FRONT AND REAR VIEW OF THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER
Rear Panel
SATELLITE INUse to connect DIRECTV satellite dish antenna to the Digital
Satellite Receiver.
VHF/UHF INUse to connect an off-air antenna or cable TV signal to the 
Digital Satellite Receiver. This input serves as a passthrough 
for off-air antenna or cable signal when the user presses the 
TV/SAT button or when the Digital Satellite Receiver is 
powered off.
VHF (SAT) / UHF Use to connect the Digital Satellite Receiver to your TV. 
OUT
NTSC OUTPUTUse to connect the Digital Satellite Receiver to a TV or
Monitor. By using the audio/video jacks, you will get better
picture and sound quality. 
TEL LINEUse to connect a phone line to the Digital Satellite Receiver
to enable receipt of certain DIRECTV
® services.
SATELLI TE
IN
R- AUDI O- L VI DEO
NTSC OUTPUTVHF/ UHF
IN
VHF ( SAT)  / UHF
OUTTEL LINEAC IN
SATELLITE IN jack
VHF (SAT) /UHF
OUT JackUHF/VHF IN Jack
Tel Line NTSC OUTPUT
AC POWER INPUT 
						

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FEATURES OF THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER
Features of the Digital Satellite Receiver
DIRECTV Channel Banner 
The Channel Banner is available with DIRECTV® programming to show you which
channel and program you are currently viewing or have selected. The following figure
shows the DIRECTV channel banner. The DIRECTV channel banner description area
can be expanded, if the user presses the INFO key. 
In addition to viewing the program description, the user can add or remove the
channel from the favorite channel list. This is accomplished by navigating left or right
and pressing the ACTION key.
Channel Banner: Favorite Channel List
The favorite channel list is a customized list that allows you to create your own unique
channel list. The favorite channel list is active when you select the “FAV CH” mode in
the guide screen. By default, the “ALL CH” mode is selected. Also, by default, both the
“ALL” mode and “FAV” modes default to all the channels selected in their lists. 
When the description of the channel banner is expanded, the user now has the
opportunity to add or remove a channel from the favorite list. By default, 
Delete from FAV button is highlighted when the Channel Banner is expanded. Once
a channel is removed from the favorite list, the user is required to numerically enter in
the channel number to view that channel, at which time the user can add the channel
back into the favorite channel list.
The following figure depicts the Channel Banner, when the Description area is 
highlighted.The DIRECTV Channel Banner
DTVALL CH
Any Given Sunday
3:00 PM - 5:37 PM              Mon 10/30/00 3:23 PM
Movie. Drama. (1999) Al Pacino, Cameron Diaz, Dennis
Quaid. Oliver Stone scores with this tale of egos colliding on
& off the pro football field. All Day Ticket. AC, AL. 
Rating R
CC
DTV
105
ALL CHAny Given Sunday
3:00 PM - 5:37 PM              Mon 10/30/00 3:23 PM
Movie. Drama. (1999) Al Pacino, Cameron Diaz, Dennis
Quaid. Oliver Stone scores with this tale of egos colliding on
& off the pro football field. All Day Ticket. AC, AL. 
Rating R
CC
ALL CH
Channel Banner
Delete from FAV 
						

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FEATURES OF THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER
Channel Banner: Components
The Channel Banner is used to show you which channel and program you are
currently viewing or selecting. The figure below indicates the various components of
the Channel Banner.
The following figure displays some of the information that can possibly be displayed,
simultaneously.Channel Banner Components
System Clock
Channel
Name
Channel Surf 
Mode 
(FAV or ALL CH)Channel
NumberAlternate
Audio IconRating LevelClosed 
Caption
Icon
DescriptionTitle and duration
Delete From FAV
Channel Banner with OSD Messages
Delete from FAV
Audio Track (1of 2) English
i
Press INFO if you want to purchase this event.  
						

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FEATURES OF THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER
Icons: Channel Banner
The Channel Banner contains several icons that are displayed only when the feature
is available and is supported by the Digital Satellite Receiver. The following figure and
table depicts the location and appearance of these icons.
Viewing Modes
This section describes the user interface that is directly controlled by remote or front
panel. The following operational modes are supported by this interface:
• Tuning Mode
• Recall Display Mode
• Exiting Tuning Mode
Normal Viewing Mode
Normal Viewing Mode is defined as only the video being displayed and possibly
closed captioning data. When Digital Satellite Receiver is first powered on, it will be in
the Normal Viewing mode.
Note:The first time the Digital Satellite Receiver is powered On, all channels except those
exceeding the MPAA or TV rating limits and channels not authorized by DIRECTV are
shown.
Once the user has created a favorite channel list, the Digital Satellite Receiver will
channel surf only to channels that are part of the favorite channel list. The user may
tune to a channel that is not a member of the favorite channel list by entering in a
channel number, explained in the Direct Tuning Method section. The user must add
this channel using the menu system.
Icon NameIcons DescriptionIcon Appearance
MessagesIndicates that there is an unread
message.
LockIndicates that the channel is locked
due to either limits on spending or
by content advisory.
Alternate AudioIndicates that the current program
has multiple audio tracks.
Closed CaptioningIndicates that the program has
Closed Captioning.
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FEATURES OF THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER
Power On Requirements
When the Digital Satellite Receiver is powered on, the receiver will tune to the last
tuned channel. If this channel no longer exists, the receiver will tune to channel 100.
Prior to initial setup of the receiver, the receiver may automatically go to Setup menu
or tune to channel 100.
Tuning Mode
The Tuning Mode happens when the user attempts to change the channel. The Digital
Satellite Receiver will support 3 ways to change the channel, as outlined below:
Direct Tuning Method
The Digital Satellite Receiver supports the tuning of either single or compound
channel numbers. The single channel numbers range from (0 to 9999) and compound
channel numbers (major-minor) can range from (0-0 to 999-99)*. The compound
channel number uses the “PROG” button to enter the minor number field. Following is
an example of Direct tuning screen. 
*For example, 120-1 is an example of a compound number. 120 is the major number
and 1 is the minor number.
MethodResult
• Direct Tuning (0-9 and PROG keys)Tunes directly to a channel using
either single or compound numbers.
• Channel UP/Down Tuning (pqkeys)Tunes to the next/previous available
channel.
• Rapid Tune (R-TUNE)Switches between the last two
channels, accessed. This is
accomplished using the R-TUNE key
on the remote.
Star Battle  9:00 PM - 10:00 PM 
9:15 PM Sun 3/21/01 
“The battle of the universe begin when the evil…”  
345-78 
MSNBC 
FAV CH 
CC        RATING: TV- PG    
Direct Tuning example 
						

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FEATURES OF THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER
Tuning Mode (Cont.)
Example of Non-compound (Single) Channel Number Input
For example, to tune channel 345, you enter the channel number by using the number
keys (0-9) on the remote control. Then press the ACTION button which causes the
tuning event to occur.
Example of Compound Channel Number Input
A compound numbers (major-minor) can range from (0-0 to 999-99). For example, to
enter channel number 345-78, you do the following.
• Press the numeric buttons 3, 4 and 5 on the remote control.
•Press PROG button to enter the minor number field.
• Press number 7 and 8 buttons on the remote control.
•Press ACTION button to complete the tuning event.
Note:If you do not enter a number after 3 seconds, the number 0 is assumed for the minor
number.
Unavailable Channel Selection
The “Channel Not Available” screen is displayed when you select an unavailable
channel. The following is a list of some possible situations where an unavailable
channel selection may occur.
rTuning to a channel that is not transmitting any programs.
rTuning to a channel that is blocked either by spending or content advisory limits.
rThe signal strength of the RF signal is insufficient to obtain consistent error free data.
Following is a example of Channel Not Available screen.
The following is an example of insufficient credit.
 Rating Limit Exceeded.
Press ACTION to Override.
11 9
DTV
ALL CHRandom Hearts
4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Wed 05/03/00 6:00 PM
Movie, Drama, Harrison Ford, Kristin Scott Thom
Rating: R
Channel Not Available Screen
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GETTING STARTED
Getting Started
Step 1. Connect AC Power Cord
Plug the AC power cord into a grounded outlet.  Do not turn on any devices until you
have finished making all necessary connections.
Step 1a. DIRECTV Satellite dish Connection
Connect the DIRECTV Satellite dish downlead to the Satellite In jack on the rear panel
of the Digital Satellite Receiver.
Note:With this receiver and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may be able to subscribe
to local channels from DIRECTV in certain markets. Additional equipment may be
required in some areas. Check with your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for information
on availability of local channels from DIRECTV in your area.
Step 1b. Antenna/Cable Connection
Connect the antenna or cable wire to the VHF/UHF IN jack on the rear panel of the
Digital Satellite Receiver. The signal from the terrestrial antenna or cable will be
passed through when the user presses the TV/SAT button on the remote control or
when the digital satellite receiver is off. The RF output of the Digital Satellite Receiver
must be connected to the television.
SATELLITE
IN
R- AUDIO- L VI DEO
NTSC OUTPUTVHF/UHF
IN
VHF  ( SAT)  / U HF
OUTTEL LINEAC IN
SATELLITE
DISH
SATELLITE
IN
R- AUDIO- L VI DEO
NTSC OUTPUTVHF/UHF
IN
VHF (SAT) /UHF
OUTTEL LINEAC IN
CABLE OR OFF-AIR ANTENNA 
						

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GETTING STARTED
Step 1c. Digital Satellite Receiver connection to TV or Monitor
Follow this diagram when connecting the Digital Satellite Receiver to a Television or 
Monitor.
Procedure
• Connect the VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT to the ANT IN of the television or connect video cable
from the video output jack on the Digital Satellite Receiver to the video input jack on the TV.
• Connect audio cables from the left and right NTSC audio output jacks on the Digital
Satellite Receiver to the left and right audio input jacks on the TV.
To receive off-air programming (no cable box)
• Turn off the Digital Satellite Receiver or press TV/SAT button to toggle.
• Tune TV to desired channel.
To receive off-air programming (with cable box)
• Turn off the Digital Satellite Receiver or press TV/SAT button to toggle.
• Tune TV to cable box output channel (either CH3 or Ch4).
• Tune the cable channels using the cable box.
Note:Modem should also be connected to a telephone jack using the cable supplied RJ11C
cable if impulse pay per view services are desired.
DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER CONNECTION TO TV OR MONITOR
SATELLI TE
IN
R- AUDI O- L VI DEO
NTSC OUTPUT
TEL LINEAC IN
Incomi ng si gnal  from
cabl e or antennaTV
ANT I N
INPUT
AUDI O
RL
VI DEO
Digital Satellite Receiver
VHF ( SAT)  / UHF
OUT VHF/ UHF
IN
NOTE: A/V CABLES AND MODEM
CABLE INCLUDED. 
						

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GETTING STARTED
Step 1d. Digital Satellite Receiver, Satellite dish, Cable box and terrestrial antenna
Follow this diagram if you have Satellite service, cable box and terrestrial antenna.
Cable or terrestrial antenna signal is passed through when you press TV/SAT button
to toggle or when the Digital Satellite Receiver is turned off.
Procedure
• Connect the antenna cable to one of the inputs (A or B) of the A/B switch.
• If using a cable box, connect the cable wire from the wall jack to the cable box ANT
(antenna) IN jack using a standard RF cable with coaxial connector and connect the cable
box ANT (antenna) OUT jack to the other input (A or B) of the A/B switch.
• If not using a cable box, connect the cable wire from the wall jack to the second input of the
A/B switch using an RF cable (not shown).
• Connect the OUT signal of the A/B switch to the ANT IN jack of the Digital Satellite
Receiver.
• Connect the VHF (SAT) /UHF OUT jack to the Conventional TV or Monitor by using a RF
cable.
• Connect the NTSC OUTPUTS of the Digital Satellite Receiver to the A/V inputs of the
television or monitor.
Note:If viewing video using RF Input, select either CH 3 or CH 4 in TV Output section in the
Setup menu. Tune your television to the same channel (either CH 3 or CH 4).
DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER, SATELLITE DISH, 
CABLE BOX AND TERRESTRIAL ANTENNA
SATELLI TE
IN
TEL LINER- AUDI O- L VI DEO
NTSC OUTPUT
AC IN UHF/ VHF
INVHF ( SAT)  / UHF
OUTANT I N
VI DEO R- AUDI O- L
A/ B SWI TCH
ANT I NANT OUT
CABLE BOX
TV Digital Satellite Receiver
NOTE: A/V CABLES AND MODEM
CABLE INCLUDED.