Philips DR500 User Manual
DR500 (E-12)
Rev. C 10/94
System Features
The DR500 DBS Satellite Receiver is a digital audio stereo decoder which easily integrates with most
stereo or monaural amplifier systems.
Key system features include:
stereo or monaural amplifier systems.
Key system features include:
• Full CD quality 20 kHz stereo
• 120 stereo pairs available on one transponder
• Dolby Digital compression
• Storecasting and datacasting capabilities
• User and network programmable forced tune events (dayparting)
• Exclusive DMX/DJ IR remote provides artist, album, and title information
• Multi-zone expansion capabilities
• Utilizes a small, one-meter satellite dish in most CONUS locations
• Digital audio output, Sony/Philips Digital Interface Format (SPDIF)
To fully appreciate the DMX/DBS service, you must have a separate stereo system that can be connected to
the DR500. (For information on connecting the system, refer to “Connecting the DR500 to the Audio
System” found in Section 2: Installation and Connections.
What is DMX MUSIC?
DMX MUSIC is an innovative music programming service that delivers up
to 120 channels of CD-quality, commercial-free music via satellite
transmission.
To provide you with this unparalleled digital sound service, DMX MUSIC
uses the latest satellite technology to deliver DMX/Direct Broadcast
Satellite (DBS) music to your location.
to 120 channels of CD-quality, commercial-free music via satellite
transmission.
To provide you with this unparalleled digital sound service, DMX MUSIC
uses the latest satellite technology to deliver DMX/Direct Broadcast
Satellite (DBS) music to your location.