
RCA DSS (Digital Satellite System) Information & FAQ -
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The RCA brand DSS system raises your television experience to whole new
level. Receive Digital Signals capable of delivering a sharper,
ghost-free laser disc quaility picture with up to 450 lines of
horizontal resolution. (Through S-Video Output[1])

You can hear television like you never have before. The RCA DSS System
can deliver digital audio performance comparable to compact disc[1] (though
the direct audio outputs), providing unsurpassed realism for your stereo
and surround sound systems.

Imagine receiving up to 150 channels[2] of quality entertainment. RCA
DSS puts the choice and control of your family's programming in your
hands. Enjoy everything from blockbuster movies to classic films; live
sports to the best of the arts; 24-hour news to childrens programming
and educational shows.

USSB subscribers will be able to enjoy the magic of multi-plexing! Up to
14 distinctly diffrent premium movie channels: 5 HBO channels, 3
Showtime Channels, 2 Channels Of The Movie Channel, 3 Cinemax Channels,
and FLIX. You'll also get great music videos on MTV and VH-1, the unique
comedy of Comedy Central, great childrens programming on Nickelodeon,
classic ttelevision on Nick at Nite, as well as quality women's programs
on Lifetime and the 24-hour-a-day All News Channel.

DIRECTV(tm) subscribers will enjoy today's biggest sporting events, from
college to the pros. Plus, with simple point and select from the DSS
remote, viewers can receive Pay-Per-View movies from Hollywood's hottest
studios, including Warner Brothers, Paramount Pictures, Universal
Pictures, TriStar Pictures, Columbia Pictures, Touchstone Pictures, and
more.[2] Movies start as often as every 30 minutes and are never out of
stock.

The RCA DSS System works with any television, but with and RCA Home
Theatre(tm) TV, you'll enjoy out-of-this-world entertainment! The DSS
system is also compatible with today's new 16x9 format TVs and
tomorrow's HDTV technology.[3]

RCA DSS Digital Satellite System Options -
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DS2430RW Deluxe System
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This deluxe DSS System offers the ultimate in direct broadcast satellite
enjoyment, including a deluxe DSS satellite reciver, universal remote
control and 18-inch dish antenna. The dish has a dual LNB for multiple
room hookups (with optional DSS receivers).

Satellite Receiver -

. Compact design blends with consumer electronic products
. 8-button front pannel provides access to all functions
. S-Video Output jack and 2 sets of video output jacks for superior
  digital picture quality
. 2 sets of right and left audio output jacks for superior digital sound
  quality.
. Wide band data port for HDTV (Additional equipment may be required!)
. Satellite input, antenna input and RF output
. Low Speed Data Port for non-video information

Antenna Dish -

. Small compact 18' parabolic reflector is both lightweight and
  inconcpicuous.
. Durable metallic contruction with glass reinforced plastic reflector
. Dual polarity, dual output design for multiple satellite receiver and
  TV hookups.

Universal Remote Control -

. Ergonomic design
. Color-coded 39 button keypad for easy operation
. Operates satellite reciver and most brands of TVs, VCRs, Laser Disc
  Players and Cable Boxes.



DS1120RW Basic System
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An affordable way to start enjoyingg the sharper picture, clearer sound
and greater choice of the RCS DSS System. The basic system includes a
satellite receiver, unified remote control, and compact 18-inch dish
antenna.

Satellite Receiver -

. Compact design blends with consumer electronic products
. 8-button front pannel provides access to all functions
. S-Video Output jack and video output jack for superior digital picture
  quality
. Right and Left audio output jacks for superior digital sound quality
. Wide band data port for HDTV (Additional equipment may be required!)
. Satellite input, antenna input and RF output

Antenna Dish -

. Small compact 18' parabolic reflector is both lightweight and
  inconcpicuous.
. Durable metallic contruction
. Dual polarity, single output design for single TV hookup

Universal Remote Control -

. Ergonomic design
. Color-coded 30 button keypad for easy operation
. Operates satellite reciver and most brands of TVs


DRD102RW Receiver With Unified Remote -
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This optional stand-alone DSS receiver lets you expnand your system to
additional rooms with in your home (When used with the DS2430RW system).
Includes the same features as the DS1120RW Satellite System Receiver.
UPC #034909470107


DSS System Installation -
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The RCA DSS Digital Satellite System is easy and flexiable to install.
You have two options: Professional installation by an authorized RCA
installer or self-installation if you're handy and feel comfortable
working on a ladder. Thomson Consumer Electronics recommends
professional installation from the nationwide network of over 3000
authorized installers. For the self-installer, your RCA dealer has a
wide variety of DSS system accessories to make your installation easier.
Your DSS system dealer will be able to help you determine which
installation arrangement is right for you.


RCA DSS Digital Satellite System Product Specifications -
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DSS SYSTEMS                DS2430RW                 DS1120RW
                           Deluxe DSS System        Basic DSS System
Shipping Weight            27 lbs.                  27 lbs.
UPC Number                 03490947190              034909470183

Satellite Receiver         DRD203RW                 DRD102RW
Front Pannel               8 - Button               8 - Button
Remote Control Included    CRK91B1                  CRK91A1
Access Card                YES                      YES
Channel Capability[2]      150                      150
Audio/Video Jacks          Yes/Gold Plated          YES
Power Requirements         120VAC+/-10%             120VAC+/-10%
Power Consumption          34W                      34W
Connections
  Satellite In             F-Type                   F-Type
  In From Antenna          F-Type                   F-Type
  Out To TV                F-Type                   F-Type
  S-Video                  S-Video                  S-Video
  Video                    2-RCA Type               RCA Type
  R/L Audio                4-RCA Type               RCA Type
  Wideband Data            15 Pin "D"               15 Pin "D"
  Low Speed Data           9 Pin "D"
  Phone                    Modular                  Modular
Receiver Dimensisons
  Width                    15 Inches                15 Inches
  Height                   2.875 Inches             2.875 Inches
  Depth                    11 Inches                11 Inches
Weight                     6 lbs.                   6 lbs.
Finish                     Spatter Ebony            Satin Grey

Remote Control             CRK91B1                  CRK91A1
  Infrared                 Yes                      Yes
  Number of Buttons        39                       30
 Universal Operations[4]
  TV                       Yes                      Yes
  VCR                      Yes                      N/A
  Cable Box                Yes                      N/A
  Laserdisc Player         Yes                      N/A
 Batteries                 AAA (4)                  AAA (4)

Satellite Dish             DSA400RW                 DSA100RW
  LNB Input Frequency      12.2-12.7 GHz            12.2-12.7 GHz
  LNB Output Frequency     950-1450 MHz             950-1450 MHz
  LNB Output               Twin "F" Type            Single "F" Type
  LNB Polarity             Dual                     Dual
  LNB Feed                 Circular                 Circular
  Dimensions               18"x20" Parabolic        18"x20" Parabolic
  Weight                   10 lbs.                  10 lbs.
  Finish                   Light Satellite Grey     Satellite Grey
  Construction             Metal with Glass         Metal
                           Reinforced Plastic


DSS Acessories -
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A wide variety of DSS accessories are available to add to your system's
convenience and versatility. Your RCA DSS system dealer has more
information on which options may be right for your needs.

* Exclusive RCA DSS Universal Remote Control - D900
* 5-outlet AC and Single Line Telephone Surge Protector - D917
* Exclusive RCA  Wireless Phone Jack - D916 (Available Fall 1994)
* Cable Line Amplifier - D903
* Exclusive RCA Chimney Mount - D915
* Exclusiave RCA Self-Installation Kit - DKIT94


[1] Quality of picture and sound are dependent upon the audio and/or
television used by the consumer. Television requires S-Video input to
realize full capability of DSS receiver.

[2] 150 channel capacity available from two Hughes satellites. Second
satellite scheduled for operation Fall, 1994.

[3] Additional Components May Be Required

[4] Controls Most Brands

This is information on the RCA DSS. The preparation of this information
was done using RCA published reports and information only. Although
prepared by someone else it should be considered (c) 1994 by RCA.


RCA DSS Phone Numbers -
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RCA DSS Customer Serivce & Support    - (800)679-4776
RCA DSS Information & Sales           - (800)898-4377
USSB (DSS Programming Information)    - (800)204-8772
DirecTv (DSS Programming Information) - (800)347-3288

USSB DSS Channels -
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Showtime / HBO / Cinemax / The Movie Channel / Flix / Lifetime
Comedy Central / Nickelodeon / MTV / VH-1 / All News Channel

DirecTv DSS Channels -
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The Cartoon Network / Country Music Television / CNN International
CNN / CNN Headline News / Court TV / C-Span / C-Span 2
The Discovery Channel / The Disney Channel / ESPN
Encore Thematic Multiplex / E! Entertainment Television
The Family Channel / Newsworld International / Northstar
Playboy TV / The Golf Channel / The Learning Channel
Physicians Network / The Sci-Fi Channel / The Travel Channel
The Weather Channel / TBS / TNN (The Nashville Network)
Turner Classic Movies / TNT (Turner Network Television)
Universal Pictures / USA Network


Common Asked Questions About RCA DSS -
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Q. - I would like to save myself some money! What is involved in the
     BASIC installation of a RCA DSS System?

A. - . Mounting the dish to antenna to a solid vertical roof or frame
     . Running 100 Feet of cable through a normal frame structure or
       one layer of masonry
     . One Television Hook-up
     . One phone line hook-up or running ann extention line if phone
       jack is not near the IRD
     . Grounding the Dish Antenna
     . Adding additional optional stand-alone receiver to additonal
       room in the house if needed. (Optional)

Q. - Does RCA provide a Do-It-Yourself Installation Kit with the
     purchase or the DSS System?

A. - RCA offers the RCA DSS Self-Installation Kit (DKIT94) for
     additional cost. RCA also offers a Chimney Mount Kit (D915) for
     additional cost. Some dealers do NOT offer these kits and only
     provide installation for additional cost. Make sure if you want to
     do it yourself, that you ask your dealer if this is OK. You will
     need the DKIT94 in order to do the install though.

Q. - What kind of warranty does RCA offer on the RCA DSS?

A. - RCA only offers a standard 90 day warranty. Some dealers do offer
     extended warrranty for additional cost.

Q. - What about network programming? (ABC, CBS, NBC, PBS, FOX)

A. - You have three options:
     (1) Use a set of rabbit ears to bring in your local stations.
     (2) Add an outdoor external antenna.
     (3) Continue your BASIC cable service. (This should only be in the
         range of $7 to $15 per month.)

Q. - Does DirecTV and USSB plan to add additional channels?

A. - Both DirecTV and USSB do plan to add additional programming.
     Channels will be added over the course of time.

Q. - As of this writing how many channels are currently on line?

A. - As of this writing about 70 to 74 channels are currently on the
     system. Many of them are Pay-Per-View.

Q. - Do you really have to have the system hooked to your phone line?

A. - Yes, you do. The phone hookup is necessay to serve as an audit
     trail and security for the system. The built-in modem on the
     satellite receiver ensures that the receiver is in the paying
     customer's home to prevent piracy. It also sweeps the memory
     monthly to generate a monthly bill for the subscription services
     as well pay-per-view.

Q. - Is everything still on schedule?

A. - YES! DBS-1, North America's first high-powered DBS satellite was
     successfully launched on December 17, 1993 which opened the road
     to the Digital Skyway(tm) entertainment network. The DSS system
     hardware, and DirecTV and USSB programming will be on line
     beginning this April. The National "Roll Out" will begin this fall
     after the launch of the DBS-2 satellite.

Q. - When will the product be distributed in foreign markets?

A. - The broadcast beam of the DBS Satellite will service the contiguous
     48 initially. (The satellite footprint will not allow use of the
     current DSS hardware in Hawaii or Alaska.) Expansion into foreign
     markets rests with programming contracts and government regulation.
     The Mexican and Canadian goverments must OK the reception of USSB
     and/or DirecTV programming in their respective countries before DSS
     or its programming can be sold in Mexico and Canada.

Q. - Does it do any good to buy the programming before I buy my system?

A. - No, you need to have the system first. Many places sell the
     programming or offer to sell the programming when you buy your
     system. Currently USSB and DirecTV offer some "FREE" programming
     for the first month while you have your system. Check with your
     dealer about this when you buy your system. It is most likely best
     to buy some programming when you get your system, so once it is
     installed you can call in and they can send a hit to make you
     active right away. If you fail to get some programming, once the
     system is installed all you will get is a test pattren till they
     make you live.

Q. - What does it cost on the average for programming?

A. - This is a hard question to answer. Depending on what services you
     take will set the cost of the programming. On the average to get
     what you have now on cable including some movie channels it is
     going to run you about $50 to $65 per month. Diffrent programming
     packages are availiable and some discount is offered if you pre-pay
     your programming for the entire year. The cost is about the same as
     current average cable programming.

Q. - OK, I'm SOLD! Where can I get a system?

A. - It depends... Since the national "Roll Out" has not started yet the
     RCA DSS is only available in certain areas of the country. (Some of
     the areas that currently have DSS as of this writing are: Jackson
     Missippi, Baton Rouge LA, Alburquerque New Mexico, Little Rock
     Arkansas) You can or could order or get a system from one of these
     areas. Best bet is to check around in these areas. Sears and
     Circuit City are dealers in these areas that sell the RCA DSS
     system. Many dealers in these area will ship one to you, some will
     insist that you come in and pick it up.

Q. - If I get a DSS System from one of these areas and I don't live in
     the area that sold me the DSS System will RCA turn it on?

A. - Yes, they have no problem with someone going to get or ordering one
     from one of the market areas.

Q. - What is the picture quality really like?

A. - Not bad at all! I was surprised to be honest!! The S-Video quality
     is better that the composite video of course. Better than your
     average cable system, but not by that much, unless you are using
     the S-Video.

Q. - It is compatible with my VCR? (Can I tape from it?)

A. - Yes, no problem. Several diffrent ways you can do this. They are
     covered in great detail in the manual.

Q. - It is compatible with all TVs?

A. - Yes, it will work with any TV, but of course newer TVs that have a
     S-Video input are the best to use. TVs that have composite inputs
     will also work quite well. It will also work with a standard RF
     connection if this is all you have. Best quaility will take S-Video
     connection and second choice is RCA type composite inputs and third
     choice will we the RF Anntenna Input.

Q. - Is this a "flash in the pan" or is it something that
     RCA/Thomson/USSB/DirecTV are really commited to?

A. - Well, they appear to want to make this work, but it is a little
     early to tell. They do have some SERIOUS money tied up in DSS!

Q. - What about a program guide for DSS?

A. - The publishers of Orbit do publish one. I have noticed that it is a
     little hard to find though.

Q. - Does the dish move?

A. - No, once you aim it and get it tuned to the strongest possible
     signal, you are all set.

Q. - Which system should I get?  The Deluxe or Basic?

A. - Simple... Do you ever think you might want to add a second TV in
     another area of your house to the system? If the answer is YES,
     then buy the Deluxe system. The Deluxe system is constructed a
     little better than the Basic and has a nicer remote, but really
     they are very close.

Q. - If I move can the system go with me?

A. - Yes, if you move, all you have to do it re-install the system and
     call in and they can put you back on line very quickly.


Revision 1.0 - 06/29/94
