DirecTV HIRD-D01 manuel d'utilisation

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    Models: HIRD-D01 HIRD-D11 Digital Satellite Receiver Owner’s Manual[...]

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    A Trademarks and Copyrights — Software contained in the digital satellite receiver and this manual is copyright © 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999 by Hughes Network Systems. Some features are patent pending. WatchWord, PreSelect, TurboTune, and OneLine Guide are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems. DIRECTV and DIRECT TICKET are registered tradem[...]

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    B IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For your safety and protection, read this entire Owner’s Manual before you attempt to install or use your DIRECTV System. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary. INSTALLATION Polarization— This DIRECTV System product is equipped with [...]

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    C that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the DIRECTV System product. SERVICE Servicing— Do not attempt to service this DIRECTV System product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qual[...]

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    D FEDERAL COMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) REGULATORY INFORMATION Federal Communications Commission (FCC) —The HNS brand DIRECTV System complies with both Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules. Part 15 compliance — This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.[...]

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    TABLE OF CONTENTS A FIRST LOOK AT THE DIRECTV DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER ........................................ 1-1 What You Should Do First ................................. 1-1 How Does All This Work? ................................. 1-1 DIRECTV S YSTEM C OMPONENTS ........................ 1-2 The Satellite Dish Antenna .......................[...]

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    Check Mail ........................................................... 7-2 Purchases .............................................................. 7-2 Help ........................................................................ 7-2 Lock/Unlock ......................................................... 7-2 S ETUP M ENU .............................[...]

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    P AGE 1-1 Congratulations! You’ve selected one of the most advanced digital video and audio components available today. You now have the capability to receive hundreds of channels of video programming and CD -quality audio. What You Should Do First Your DIRECTV System is both a sophisticated technical product and an easy-to-operate source of ente[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 1-2 DIRECTV System Components There are three main components of your DIRECTV System. They are the satellite dish antenna, the digital satellite receiver , and the remote control. Take a few minutes to read about each one. The Satellite Dish Antenna The satellite dish antenna is th[...]

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    A FIRST LOOK AT THE DIRECTV DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER P AGE 1-3 The rear of the digital satellite receiver has numerous jacks for connection to your audio/video entertainment system. You will also find the power cord permanently connected to the back. The SATELLITE IN F-type jack is for connecting the cable from your satellite dish antenna to the [...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 1-4 Four directional keys will cause the on-screen highlight to move in the direction you want. The key positions will be referred to as , , , and . The select key ( ) is one of the most important keys. Pressing the key will tell the digital satellite receiver that you wish to choo[...]

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    P AGE 2-1 Setting up your new DIRECTV System is much easier than assembling a train set or a bicycle. You should be watching satellite programming in a very short time! This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your DIRECTV System and connecting it to your television or entertainment system. As you are reading this now, it is a[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 2-2 Choosing the Best Connection for Your Entertainment System There are a number of ways to connect the digital satellite receiver, depending on the other audio/video equipment you wish to use. The simplest hookups are shown here. Before connecting the digital satellite receiver t[...]

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    SETTING UP THE DIRECTV SYSTEM P AGE 2-3 If your VCR has S-video input… use an S-video cable to connect the digital satellite receiver’s S-VIDEO output to the S-video input on your VCR. Also connect one pair of the digital satellite receiver’s audio outputs (Left and Right) to the audio inputs on your VCR. If your TV has S-video input… conne[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 2-4 TV and/or VCR. These are sold separately and should be available from your dealer or an electronics hardware store. To connect your VCR… use a coaxial cable to connect the OUT TO TV from the digital satellite receiver to the RF input section on your VCR. This is the first pla[...]

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    P AGE 3-1 Now it’s time for you to take control. Take a few minutes to read through this chapter to begin to understand how to operate your system. Let’s begin with a few simple rules. First, there is nothing that you can do, using the front panel keys or the remote control keys, which could harm the digital satellite receiver in any way. Once [...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 3-2 providers, call in status reports to the service providers, start and stop your VCR for programs you have scheduled, receive messages, and perform other background activities. The only apparent changes occurring in the standby mode are that the video goes black, the IN FROM ANT[...]

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    P AGE 4-1 There’s a cluster of satellites way out there in space, and just as a telescope is pointed at a star, you need to point your satellite dish antenna at the satellites. In this chapter we will explain the basic process for determining where to mount and how to point your satellite dish antenna. Read the contents of this chapter, as well a[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-2 Determine Where to Point Your Satellite Dish Antenna The INSTALLATION screen When you press you will see a screen that assists you with the satellite dish antenna pointing and signal strength utilities. Move the highlight to the Position button and press . You will need to dete[...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-3 Perform the following steps to select the best site to install the antenna: 1) Go to the location where you plan to install the antenna. 2) Using a compass like the one shown, hold the compass level so that the needle can rotate freely. When the needle stops rotating, it will be pointing[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-4 If you decide to install the satellite dish antenna yourself, we recommend you purchase the Do-It- Yourself Instillation Kit . It contains many items you will need to complete most installations. You will need some of the following tools, depending on your installation: • Ele[...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-5 Selecting a Mounting Option Now that you have chosen where you want to install your satellite dish antenna, you need to select the appropriate mounting. Use the options described below to determine the section of this chapter that you should advance to. All installations require groundin[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-6 Installing the Satellite Dish Antenna onto a Wooden Surface The satellite dish antenna can be installed onto several types of wooden surfaces. This section describes installing the satellite dish antenna base plate and mast onto the side of your house or on a deck rail or floor[...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-7 the mast is plumbed (aligned vertically with the bubble level), go to step 5. Otherwise, loosen the pivot bolt and adjustment nuts (see diagram). 4) Rotate the mast until it is plumb with the level, then tighten the pivot bolt and alignment nuts. If you are still unable to align the mast[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-8 Installing the Satellite Dish Antenna onto a Brick Surface The satellite dish antenna can be installed onto brick surfaces. This section describes installing the satellite dish antenna base plate and mast onto the side of your brick house or on a chimney. Have the following too[...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-9 8) Install the mast assembly onto the mounting surface using a 3-inch x ¼-20 machine screw (see diagram). Tighten the screw enough to secure the base plate, but leave it loose enough to enable you to adjust the base plate. 9) Verify that the mast is still plumb and adjust if necessary. [...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-10 4) Using a carpenter’s level, plumb the satellite dish antenna mast in at least two different locations on the side of the mast, as shown. These two measurements should be at right angles to each other. If the mast is plumb (aligned vertically with the bubble level), go to s[...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-11 Installing the Satellite Dish Antenna onto a Metal Pole The satellite dish antenna can be installed onto a metal pole. You will not be using the base plate or mast included with the satellite dish antenna for this procedure. Store these items in case you decide to move the satellite dis[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-12 Attaching the Reflector onto the LNB Support Arm Assembling the Satellite Dish Antenna 1) Insert a flat-head screw into one of the holes in the face of the reflector, as shown. 2) Install the mounting bracket of the LNB support arm onto the four flat-head screws, as shown. 3) [...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-13 CAUTION Local electric codes and the National Electric Code (NEC) require the satellite dish antenna to be grounded. Grounding the satellite dish antenna helps protect against damage caused by static voltage buildup or nearby lightning strikes. Refer to the following: • Go to the sect[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-14 Installation Procedure 1) Use a sledgehammer to drive the ground rod 8 feet into the ground near where you installed the satellite dish antenna base plate. 2) Insert the ¼-20 x ½-inch bolt through the grounding hole on the base plate. 3) Install the ¼-inch nut onto the bolt[...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-15 Installation Procedure 1) Select the location where you will install the ground block. Choose a site that will be near the cable entry point into the building. Also, plan a short and straight path for the ground wire to the grounding rod. 2) Select a length of cable that can be routed e[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-16 Attaching the LNB to the LNB Support Arm 1) Slide the cable connection end of the LNB into the D-shaped opening in the LNB support arm so that the LNB points toward the reflector. The end of the LNB may be rectangular or D- shaped, however either type will fit. 2) Insert the c[...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-17 Positioning the Satellite Dish Antenna Pointing accuracy is very important. You must be pointing the satellite dish antenna exactly at the satellites for you to receive a signal. Please follow these instructions carefully to achieve a successful installation. In the following procedure [...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-18 Pointing the Satellite Dish Antenna Using the “Box” Method The easiest way to find the satellite signal is by scanning the sky in the general direction that the satellite is located. While you could possibly achieve this by trial and error, you should be able to find the s[...]

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    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA P AGE 4-19 mark. Make sure that the satellite dish antenna doesn’t slip out of position while you are tightening the bolts. Next, we’ll adjust the azimuth. For this part of the procedure, a compass (such as the one included in the Do-It-Yourself Installation Kit ) will make it possible to poin[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 4-20 trying to find the best signal since the transponder will automatically change to the one that corresponds with the satellite channels that you view. Authorizing Your Service To confirm that the satellite dish antenna is properly adjusted to receive signals, try to receive pro[...]

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    P AGE 5-1 This chapter will reveal many different ways to find the programs you want to watch. The first thing you should know is that channels in the DIRECTV System world are arranged differently. Channel numbers range from 100 to 999. Basic Channel Changing There are many ways to “surf” through the available programming. Anyone who has ever u[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 5-2 Banner . Either of these banners will go away after a few seconds, or you can press the key or key to clear it on demand. The OneLine™ Guide If you’d like to know what’s on another channel without switching from your current channel, use the OneLine Guide . Simply press o[...]

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    WATCHING SATELLITE PROGRAMS ON THE RECEIVER P AGE 5-3 Alternate Services The digital satellite receiver can support alternate audio and data reception. To determine if the services are available for a particular program, look for their icons below the date and time in the Information Banner or on the on- screen guide. To access these services when [...]

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    P AGE 6-1 The most powerful feature of the digital satellite receiver is the on -screen guides. You may customize the on-screen guide you can see a page of channels or program listings to include only programs of interest to you. Other advanced features available from the on-screen guides, such as scheduling and program information, will help plan [...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 6-2 General On-Screen Guide Features While there are nine different ways the on-screen guide can appear, there are some things they have in common. The guide name will always appear in the upper left corner. It may be something simple like “PROGRAM GUIDE.” If you have filtered [...]

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    THE ON-SCREEN GUIDES P AGE 6-3 The largest area of the PROGRAM GUIDE (SM. CELL) made up of cells is known as the program grid. Some cells have arrows indicating that the program started at an earlier time or continues until a later time than displayed in the grid. Each grid cell approximates the duration of the associated program. A time line spann[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 6-4 To navigate the guide, use the , , , and keys. You can continue to press the or keys to scroll more program offerings onto the screen. Pressing on any title will direct you to the INFORMATION screen. Use and to scroll through the guide entries a full page at a time. When the hi[...]

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    THE ON-SCREEN GUIDES P AGE 6-5 The LOGO GUIDE The LOGO GUIDE displays up to 56 network logos at a time. This number is reduced to 42 if the program description option is enabled. The title of the program currently airing on the highlighted channel appears in the header area immediately above the logo grid. Only current programming is available from[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 6-6 The Types pop-up menu allows you to break down your chosen theme by type. For example, if you chose Movies for the category, you can now choose a type of movie such as Comedy , Drama , Sci-Fi , etc. After selecting one of these, the guide will be further filtered to show only t[...]

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    THE ON-SCREEN GUIDES P AGE 6-7 Class Filters Another way to filter the guide is by using the Classes menu. From this menu you can select classifications including the following: • Subscrptn will exclude the pay per view channels from the on- screen guide. • PPV will list only channels offering pay per view programs. • Schedule will list chann[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 6-8 Cancel PreSelect Once a program has been scheduled for viewing, previewing, or taping, you have the option of canceling the action. Schedules can also be canceled directly from the on-screen guide by highlighting a scheduled program and pressing the key. Canceling a scheduled p[...]

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    P AGE 7-1 The digital satellite receiver offers much more than fantastic audio and video. The Main Menu is the primary location where you can access system management functions. From the MAIN MENU you can access the on-screen guide, customize system features, read incoming messages, lock and unlock your system, and more. Menu Overview Digital satel[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 7-2 Main Menu From the MAIN MENU you can access the on-screen guide, customize your system features, check incoming mail, lock and unlock your system, and more. There are two ways to get to the MAIN MENU . You can press the keys on the remote control. Or when one of the on- screen [...]

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    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM P AGE 7-3 Setup Menu Many functions of your digital satellite receiver can be customized. These settings may be modified and reviewed in the SETUP MENU . Places to go from the SETUP MENU The remaining buttons provide access to those features described in greater detail throughout this chapter. Preferen[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 7-4 Things to do in the SETUP MENU Current settings overview An overview of the current settings can be reviewed without having to access each associated screen. Scheduler The digital satellite receiver is equipped with a SCHEDULER that allows up to 32 events to be programmed. The [...]

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    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM P AGE 7-5 Check Mail The CHECK MAIL feature of the digital satellite receiver enables service providers to notify you about important information, upcoming special events, offers, and other promotional programming. When new messages are received, a “new mail” icon appears at the top of all menu scr[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 7-6 Things to do on the PURCHASES screen Purchase History The Purchase History displays recently viewed pay per view events that will be or have been charged to you. You will not see events you purchased but later canceled, or cancelable events that were purchased but which the dig[...]

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    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM P AGE 7-7 menu screen to remind you that the digital satellite receiver is locked. REMEMBER YOUR CODE! You will need this code whenever you wish to override the lock or to unlock the digital satellite receiver. Unlocking Procedure To remove the lock and its restrictions, highlight the Unlock button and[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 7-8 Preferences By changing the various options on the PREFERENCES screen, you can customize the digital satellite receiver to operate in the way that best suits your needs. You can access the PREFERENCES screen at any time and as often as you like to change any of these settings. [...]

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    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM P AGE 7-9 Scheme The SCHEME pop-up menu enables you to select a color scheme for your on-screen guides and menus. Language The DEFAULT LANGUAGE pop-up menu enables you to specify the language track for programs you watch. While English is the default language, you may choose an alternate language. If y[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 7-10 Screen Ratio Screen Ratio should be set to 4:3 for most televisions, which is the default. This indicates that you are using a standard format television screen. However, if you have a wide-screen television, you may want to change this setting to the 16:9 option. While settin[...]

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    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM P AGE 7-11 Places to go from the LIMITS screen TV Allow When you select TV Allow , the TV ALLOWANCE screen will be presented. If your receiver is locked, you will need to enter your passcode to access this screen. From the TV ALLOWANCE screen you can specify the hours that satellite programming can be [...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 7-12 Channel Lists Channel Lists are provided to help you organize the hundreds of available channels into groupings that suit the needs of your household. Each list can contain as many or as few channels as you would like. You can customize these groupings in a variety of ways. Fo[...]

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    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM P AGE 7-13 In the CHANNEL LISTS screen, use the , , , and keys to highlight the button that corresponds to the channel number and list that you wish to change. Press the key to add or remove the check mark, which indicates that the channel in that row is included in the list shown at the top of the col[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 7-14 Installation The INSTALLATION screen provides the utilities that makes the setup and testing of your system simple and convenient. Places to go from the INSTALLATION screen System Test The System Test button takes you to the SYSTEM TEST screen. Things to do in the INSTALLATION[...]

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    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM P AGE 7-15 initialize it. Once the process has begun, your old access card will no longer allow viewing. You should not interrupt the process once it has begun. An interruption could cause both the old and the new card to become invalid. When the process is complete, your new access card will be usable[...]

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    P AGE 8-1 You can use the remote control that came with your digital satellite receiver to control other components in your entertainment system. The remote control will control your digital satellite receiver and most brands of TVs brands and VCRs. Programming the Remote Control There are two ways to program your remote control to match you equipm[...]

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    DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL P AGE 8-2 Test if the entered code matches your device by pressing the key. If the device works, you’re all set. Otherwise, repeat the process using the next code for your brand or try the code scan procedure. TELEVISION CODE NUMBER Admiral 072 081 160 161 A Mark 112 143 Akai 070 146 Amstrad 052 Anam 043 [...]

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    PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL P AGE 8-3 VCR CODE NUMBER 159 Sansui 043 048 135 022 Sanyo 003 010 102 007 014 134 Scott 017 037 044 129 131 112 159 Sears 003 008 009 010 013 014 017 081 101 Sharp 031 054 053 Shintom 024 Signature 034 Sony 056 057 058 003 052 149 031 155 VCR CODE NUMBER Soundesign 034 STS 013 Sylvania 031 059 034 067 Symphonic 034 [...]

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    Questions? Did we forget to tell you something? Many people, over time, have questions about their DIRECTV System. We have compiled the most common of these questions and the answers in this appendix. We hope they help! Q I had a signal but now I am getting a message “Searching for satellite signal. To access related utilities, press .” What ha[...]

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    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL Q I’m get ting a message to call some extension. Why? A There are many different reasons for this. If you want to watch the channel that is displaying the message, call the service provider for assistance. For channels below 900, call DIRECTV at 1 -800 -DIRECTV (347-3 288). For channel[...]

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    LIMITED WARRANTY Hughes Network Systems (HNS) provides the following limited warranty on your DIRECTV System from Hughes Network Systems. This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, whether express, implied, or statutory, including, without limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. HNS[...]

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    Part # 1027602-0001 (Revision: B)[...]