How to Reset an RCA DSS Receiver

Resetting your RCA DSS receiver may be necessary following a prolonged power outage or signal loss. A hard reset of the receiver will restore the unit to factory default settings and get rid of that annoying "No Signal" message on your television screen.

Difficulty:

Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need

• RCA DSS satellite receiver

1. Turn on the receiver and verify it is on by looking for the red power light.

2. Make sure the TV is set to the proper channel for satellite reception, typically 3 or 4.

3. Shut off the receiver using the power button on the unit itself. Do not use the remote control for this step.

4. Disconnect the digital coaxial cable from the back of the receiver by unscrewing the threaded nipple counter-clockwise.

5. Unplug the receiver from the power supply, and leave the receiver disconnected from the electricity and the digital cable for 10 minutes.

6. Reconnect the electrical cord and the digital cable to the receiver, then turn on the unit manually using the power button.

References

• RCA satellite receiver owners manual
• Digital satellite recevier FAQ and troubleshooting