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REMOTE CONTROL
SIGNAL SENDER
Use RCA DBS Remote
to control RCA Brand DBS
Receiver from any TV
(Requires TVs
to be prewired to
DBS System Signal).
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Operating Precautions ..........2
System Contents ....................4
System Set-Up
Extension Unit....................5
Base Unit ..........................6
Infrared Extender ..............7
Trouble Shooting ..................8
DBS System Signal Splitting....9
DBS Accessories..........
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 2 Operating Precautions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. When using your Remote Control Signal Sender as with any other electri- cal device, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: 1. Read and
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 3 Operating Precautions 8. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the plug is damaged. B. If liquid has been spilled into the product. C. The product has been exposed to rain or water. D.If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. F. If the product exhibits
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 4 System Contents Your D940 Remote Control Signal Sender consists of an Extension Unit, a Base Unit and an infrared extender. Extension Unit The Extension Unit senses the Infrared signals from your remote control. An LED lights to indicate that signals are being detected. The Extension Unit converts the remote control sig- nals into Radio Frequency (RF) transmissions for communication with the Base Unit. Base Unit The Base Unit has an antenna, power cord
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 5 Extension Unit Set-Up Where to Use Use in the room where you want to use your remote control (example: use in the additional room wired to receive DBS System signal). How to Install 1. Plug the Extension Unit into a standard electrical outlet. 2. Place the logo side of the Extension Unit facing you. It can be placed up to 18 ft. from where you will be using the remote control. Extension Unit Maximum 18 ft. Remote Control 5
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Maximum 20 FT. DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 6 Base Unit Set-Up Where to Use. Use in the room where the DBS Receiver is located. How to Set-Up 1. Plug the Base Unit power cord into standard electrical outlet. 2. Point the front of the Unit (logo side) facing the DBS Receiver. Extend the antenna for best performance. 3. Check the following distances • Base Unit is within 20 ft. of DBS Receiver. • Base Unit is within 100 ft. of Extension Unit. Base Unit DBS DISH ANTENNA DBS Receiver
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 7 Infrared Extender Set-Up Where to Use • Use when Base Unit cannot be easily placed in front of the DBS Receiver. (Example: when DBS Receiver and Base Unit are located in a closed cabinet). • Use when you would prefer to conceal the Base Unit in a cabinet or behind furniture. How To Use 1. Plug the Infrared Extender into back of Base Unit. 2. Place the Infrared Diode (located on the opposite end of the extension cord) in clear view of DBS Receiver to
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 8 Troubleshooting 1. Make sure both units are plugged into a standard electrical outlet. 2. If the red light inside the Extension Unit does not light when the Remote Control is operated: • Make sure you are pointing at the front of the Extension Unit (the RCA logo is on the front). • Make sure you are within 18 ft. of the front of the Extension Unit. • Make sure nothing is blocking the path between the remote and the Extension Unit. 3. If your DBS Receiv
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 9 DBS Signal Splitting REMOTE CONTROL SIGNAL SENDER EXTENSION REMOTE CONTROL DBS RECEIVER REMOTE CONTROL SIGNAL SENDER BASE UNIT COAXIAL CABLE 1. Hook up the DBS Receiver as outlined in the Receiver Owners Manual. 2. Using a 2 Way Signal Splitter (RCA Model D800)/4 Way Signal Splitter (RCA Model D810) connect the splitter “Input” to the DBS Receiver “Out to TV”. This will require a small length of coaxial cable. 3. Connect one output of the splitter to th
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 10 DBS Accessories To purchase these accessories, contact your local dealer. If no dealer is available, call the toll free number listed on next page and order by phone (please allow 2–4 weeks for delivery). RCU800 Universal Remote Controls Multiple Brands of TVs VCRs, Cable Boxes, DVD Players, and the RCA DBS Receiver. D935 DBS Signal Sender Extension Unit Use with your Base Unit to control your DBS system receiver from additional locations. D800 2
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 11 DBS Accessories Description Model # Price Qty. Total DBS Universal Remote RCU800 $39.95 Signal Sender D935 $34.95 Extension Unit Deluxe 2 Way A/B VH74 $9.95 Switch 2 Way Splitter D800 $18.95 4 Way Splitter D810 $27.95 Sales Tax We are required by law to collect the appropriate sales tax for each individual sale, county, and locality to which the merchandise is being sent. Total Merchandise Order Shipping and Handling $5.00 Total Amount Due Prices a
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DBS_D940_IB.QXD 11/5/01 10:27 AM Page 12 Warranty 1 Year Limited Warranty Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. warrants that for 1 year from date of purchase, it will replace this product if found to be defective in mate- rials or workmanship. Return it postage prepaid to the Product Exchange Center address for prompt, no charge replacement with a cur- rent equivalent. This replacement is Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.’s sole obligation under this warranty. Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc
