Philips DR500 Satellite Radio User Manual


 
DR500 (E-36)
Rev. C 10/94
Checking the Transponder Frequency
To check the current transponder frequency, press:
PRESET 1 2 0
The front panel flashes the current Transponder Frequency MHz code.
Checking Signal Quality
The quality of the incoming signal can be checked using the following procedures:
1. Ensure that the DR500 has acquired the signal the sync indicator on the front
panel will be lit.
2. Press:
PRESET 1 8 0
The front panel displays SS (signal strength) and then displays a dash
followed by a two-digit number from 00 to 99 indicating the strength of the
incoming signal.
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The display is updated approximately twice per second. Your display may
not change if the signal quality is constant.
If the DR500 is not locked, nL displays on the front panel.
Unlike most other DR500 functions, the signal quality indicator does not automatically clear from the
display. To clear the display, press any key on the remote control or the DR500 front panel.