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Glossary
The following is a list of terms used in this manual. There is also a glossary contained within the Assistance
menu of your DSS
®
system.
Access Card
Identifies you to the DSS
®
service providers and is required for your DSS
®
system to work. Do not remove the
access card except when a new card has been issued to replace the original.
Alternate Audio
Refers to the different audio channels that may be broadcast in conjunction with a video program. A foreign
language translation is an example.
Ant Button
Remote control buttons that toggles the input signal to your TV from the antenna or cable signals to the
satellite signal. Similar in function to that of TV/VCR buttons on some VCRs and remote controls.
Attractions
Previews of special programs broadcast by your program provider.
Azimuth
Refers to the left-to-right positioning of your DSS
®
dish. When you enter your zip code (or latitude and
longitude), the display screen provides the number corresponding to an azimuth setting for your location.
DSS
®
Receiver
Receives, processes, and converts the digitally compressed satellite signals into audio and video.
Elevation
Refers to the up and down positioning of your DSS
®
dish. When you enter your zip code (or latitude and
longitude), the display screen provides the number corresponding to the elevation setting for your location.
Limits
There are three kinds of limits. The Ratings Limit allows you to control program viewing of rated programs by
ratings level. The Spending Limit controls spending on a cost-per-program basis. The Parent Approved channel
list allows you to select which channels can be viewed when the system is locked.
Locks
The means of restricting access to certain features of the DSS
®
system. The lock is controlled by a 4-digit
password. The closed or open lock icon in the channel marker indicates whether your system is locked or
unlocked.
Mailbox
Stores incoming electronic messages sent to you by your program providers. The Mailbox is accessed through
the on-screen menu system, and can store up to ten messages of forty characters each.