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  • Page 1 HUGHES COVER GOES HERE HIRD-E45 Model: Platinum Edition...
  • Page 2 AlphaTune and OneLine Guide are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems. DIRECTV, DIRECTV PLUS and DIRECT TICKET are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp., and are used with permission. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For your safety and protection, read this entire Owner’s Manual before you attempt to install or use your satellite system. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary. Heed Warnings—All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
  • Page 4 Polarization—This digital satellite receiver is equipped with a plug that will fit into the power outlet only one way. Do not modify the plug defeating this feature. If the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this plug with an extension cord or outlet unless you can fully insert the blades without blade exposure.
  • Page 5 Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding an, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. Power Lines—Extreme care must be taken when installing and adjusting or maintaining the outdoor antenna and connecting cable, especially in the vicinity of overhead power lines, electric lights, or power circuits.

  • Page 6: Regulatory Information

    FEDERAL COMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) REGULATORY INFORMATION Federal Communications Commission (FCC)— This equipment 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.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    XTENDER Receiver Base Station Installation... 2-7 Transmitter Nose Cone Installation... 2-7 Battery Replacement ... 2-8 Setting the Address of your DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver and Remote Control... 2-8 ... 2-8 CONTROLLING THE DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER... 3-1 RONT...
  • Page 8 ... 6-10 Options... 6-10 Cancel Purchase... 6-11 Show Times ... 6-11 DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM ... 7-1 Menu Overview... 7-1 ... 7-2 Setup... 7-2 Scheduler... 7-2 Check Mail... 7-2 Purchases... 7-2 Help... 7-2 Lock/Unlock... 7-2 ... 7-3...

  • Page 9: A First Look At The Satellite System

    Many film studios, news organizations and other broadcasters (step 1) provide their video, audio, and The DIRECTV network SYSTEM data services to the DIRECTV uplink center (step 2). DIRECTV then digitally transmits the signals 22,300 miles into space to a grouping of high-powered satellites (step 3) built by Hughes Electronics.

  • Page 10: Satellite System Components

    This card should not be removed except to protect the digital satellite receiver from unauthorized use or to replace the card when DIRECTV supplies a new one. The power key ( ) is used to turn the digital satellite receiver on and off.
  • Page 11 A FIRST LOOK AT THE SATELLITE SYSTEM At any time, pressing the program guide key ( ) will initiate the display of the on-screen guide, where you can see a listing of all available programs, or will display the GUIDE MENU if pressed while displaying a program guide.

  • Page 12: Controlling The Directv Plus™ Digital Satellite Receiver

    The functions of these keys change depending on the device currently selected. Please refer to “Controlling the DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver” for more remote control capabilities and “Programming Your Remote Control” for setting your remote control to handle other audio/video components.

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Satellite System

    This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your satellite system and connecting it to your television or entertainment system. The carton includes the DIRECTV PLUS installed in the digital satellite receiver behind the door), a remote control (batteries included), cables, and documentation.

  • Page 14: Choosing The Best Connection For Entertainment System

    Signals” section. This hookup will give you the sharpest picture of any of the hookups. Also, this hookup will allow you to view DIRECTV programming and local terrestrial broadcast simultaneously on TVs with “picture in picture” (PIP) feature. digital satellite receiver, depending on...

  • Page 15: Hook Up The Audio/Video Signals

    “Hook Up the RF Signals” section. This video hookup will give you a clearer picture than an RF hookup. Also, this hookup will allow you ® to view DIRECTV programming and local broadcasts simultaneously on TVs that offer a “picture in picture” (PIP) feature.

  • Page 16: Hook Up To A Stereo System

    This will be the channel that you need to set your TV and/or VCR to for viewing or recording satellite programming. ® You can also use the digital satellite receiver as a switch to select between DIRECTV programming and local broadcasts. This can be accomplished by pressing the key on the remote control while the remote is in SAT mode.

  • Page 17: Distributing The Video Signal To Distant Rooms

    SETTING UP YOUR SATELLITE SYSTEM The Dolby Digital (AC-3) environment The best quality sound can be achieved through the use of a 6-channel amplifier equipped with a Dolby Digital (AC-3) decoder or Dolby Digital (AC-3) processor. Unlike analog Dolby Surround with its single band-limited surround channel (usually played over two speakers), Dolby Digital features two completely independent surround channels, each offering the same full-range fidelity as the three front channels.

  • Page 18: Directv Plus™ Digital Satellite Receiver's Menu System

    Once the sensor position has been determined, temporarily attach the emitter to the area with a piece of tape until the system can be tested. Refer to the “VCR Setup” section in the chapter “DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver’s Menu System” to program and test the VCR Control feature.

  • Page 19: Receiver Base Station Installation

    Receiver Base Station Installation Place the receiver base station in the room where your digital satellite receiver is located. Choose a Base station placement With the proper connection, you can hide the receiver base station behind your entertainment system and still control your digital satellite receiver. First, plug the control cable into the side of the receiver base station.

  • Page 20: Battery Replacement

    To replace the battery, follow the directions above. Remember to dispose of the old battery properly. Use battery type “mn21, 12v” or equivalent. Setting the Address of your DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver and Remote Control To avoid interference between your remote control and your neighbors that may have the same model remote control, you should change the address of your components.

  • Page 21: Front Panel Vs. Remote Control

    CONTROLLING THE DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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 couple of simple rules. First, there is...
  • Page 22 Rather, it goes into a standby mode which enables it to continue monitoring data sent from DIRECTV, call in status reports to DIRECTV, start and stop your VCR for programs you have scheduled, receive messages, and perform other background activities.

  • Page 23: Installing The Satellite Dish Antenna

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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.

  • Page 24: The Installation Screen

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER For the traditional 18” satellite dish, confirm that you have all of the components listed below. Steel reflector (1) Mast (1) Base plate (1) LNB support arm (1) For the larger, oval, multi-LNB satellite dish, refer to the additional assembly documentation included with the satellite dish.

  • Page 25: Alignment Result Pop-Up Panel

    Note: Choosing the correct dish type is necessary to obtain correct pointing results. After highlighting the appropriate dish type, press Next, move the highlight to the Position button and press your location by either ZIP code or by your latitudinal and longitudinal position. Press the keys on the remote control or receiver front panel until your preferred selection is highlighted, then press You will now see a pop-up panel with space to enter your information.
  • Page 26 HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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 north. Doing so carefully so as not to disturb the needle, rotate the body of the compass so that the 0°...

  • Page 27: Selecting A Mounting Option

    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 grounding per NEC 810-15 and NEC 820-33.

  • Page 28: Installation Procedure

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Have the following tools and materials handy during this process. Items marked with an asterisk (*) indicate that they are included in the Do-It-Yourself Installation Kit (sold separately). Drill bits (1/8-inch, 3/16-inch) Carpenter’s level...

  • Page 29: Installing The Satellite Dish

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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 with the level, try using wooden shims. If they do not correct the problem you will need to find another site to install the satellite dish antenna.

  • Page 30: Installation Procedure

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Have the following tools and materials handy during this process. Items marked with a asterisk (*) indicate that they are included in the Do-It-Yourself Installation Kit (sold separately). Masonry drill bit (3/8- inch) Machine screws * (¼-inch x 3-inch ,...

  • Page 31: Installing The Satellite Dish

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 7) Clean out the hole and insert an expansion anchor. The anchor should fit snugly, so you may have to use a hammer to gently tap the anchor until it is flush with the brick surface. 8) Install the mast assembly onto the mounting surface using a 3-inch x ¼-20 machine screw (see diagram).
  • Page 32 HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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 step 5.

  • Page 33: Installing The Satellite Dish

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 10) Install the mast assembly onto the cinder block 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.

  • Page 34: Assembling The Satellite Dish Antenna

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 2) Dig a hole at least 8-inches in diameter and 36-inches deep. If you live in an area where the 6) Let the cement dry for 24 hours before you remove the guy wires or attempt to attach the satellite dish antenna to the pole.

  • Page 35: Attaching The Satellite Disha

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 2) Install the mounting bracket of the LNB support arm onto the four flat-head screws, as shown. 3) Loosely install a ¼-inch nut onto the portion of each flat- head screw that sticks through the back of the reflector and mounting bracket.

  • Page 36: Grounding The Metal Pole Mount

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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.

  • Page 37: Installation Procedure

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA Sledge hammer 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.

  • Page 38: Installation Procedure

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Installation Procedure 1) Select the location where you will install the ground block. Choose a site that will be near the For dual LNB installations using only one receiver, a single coaxial cable will be used.

  • Page 39: Routing The Lnb Cable To Thed

    3) Use the appropriate screwdriver to tighten the screw. Routing the LNB Cable to the Digital Satellite Receiver During this step of the installation, route the LNB cable from the ground block to the satellite receiver. In most installations, there is more than one way to get the LNB cable to the adapter from the grounding block.

  • Page 40: Positioning The Satellite Disha

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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.

  • Page 41: Pointing The Satellite Dish Antenna Using The "Box" Method

    INSTALLING THE SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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 signal in just a few minutes using the “box”...
  • Page 42 HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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 point in the proper direction. This is done by first loosening the azimuth bolts just enough in order to turn the satellite dish antenna smoothly with a little pressure.

  • Page 43: Authorizing Your Service

    To confirm that the satellite dish antenna is properly adjusted to receive signals, try to receive promotional channels from DIRECTV. If you can receive them, you can now arrange to receive your DIRECTV programming 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at the following number:...

  • Page 45: Watching Directv

    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 programming guide are arranged differently. Local programming delivered via satellite (if available) is located in channel numbers below 100.

  • Page 46: The Oneline™ Guide

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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 and begin browsing. You can see the channel call sign and number, titles, and program start and end times.

  • Page 47: Alternate Services

    The digital satellite receiver can support alternate audio services. To determine if the services are The Alternate Services panel specified on the PREFERENCES screen. See the chapter “DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver’s Menu System” for information on setting the default audio.

  • Page 49: The On-Screen Guides

    THE ON-SCREEN The most powerful feature of the DIRECTV PLUS 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 your viewing.

  • Page 50: Descriptions

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER the fact that there is two lines of text associated with each program title. While this provides more space for the program titles and for channel tags, it also reduces the number of channels to be displayed simultaneously.

  • Page 51: Preselecting Programs For Viewing

    Attach the VCR Control cable (see chapter 2, “Setting Up Your Satellite System.”) Use the VCR SETUP screen (see chapter 7, “DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver’s Menu System.”) Set your VCR to match the output of the digital satellite receiver. This could be either RF (channel 3 or 4) or A/V (phono or S-video).

  • Page 52: The Program Guide (Lg. Cell)

    Sort (Name or Number) option specified in your system’s PREFERENCES screen (described in “DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver’s Menu System”) the tags may display the channel numbers or call signs. This will dictate whether the channels are listed by channel number or alphabetically by call sign.

  • Page 53: The Title Guide

    THE ON-SCREEN GUIDES the chapter, “DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver’s Menu System”) the tags may display the channel numbers and call signs or network logos. Also, the Channel Sort (Name or Number) option specified in the system’s PREFERENCES screen will dictate whether the channels are listed by channel number, or alphabetically by call sign.

  • Page 54: The Logo Guide

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The LOGO GUIDE The LOGO GUIDE without descriptions 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.

  • Page 55: Filtering The Guides

    Filtering the Guides Searching through hundreds of programs can be overwhelming. The digital satellite receiver will help you find what you are looking for. By pressing the will display, providing the filtering tools and ways to access other guide styles. By combining each of these filter options, you can quickly narrow down over 210 channels to those that meet your viewing interests.

  • Page 56: Channel List

    PPV will list only channels offering PPV programs. Schedule will list channels that have events you have scheduled. Other options may be listed since DIRECTV can update this list via the satellite. The Lists pop-up menu The Guide Times pop-up menu...

  • Page 57: The Information Screen

    View After reading the program description and related information, you may choose to view it by highlighting the View button and pressing complete the purchase process (either on-screen or by calling DIRECTV) before the program can actually be viewed. PreSelect PreSelect is one of the handiest features of your digital satellite receiver.

  • Page 58: Screen

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Use the VCR SETUP screen as described in the chapter “DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver’s Menu System.” Set your VCR to match the output of the digital satellite receiver. This could be either RF (channel 3 or 4) or A/V (phono or S-video).

  • Page 59: Show Times

    Show Times The Show Times button provides a simple way to display a concise list of other presentation times for a The SHOW TIMES screen THE ON-SCREEN GUIDES certain program. Use this button to find a more convenient viewing time. After selecting an alternate viewing time, you will be returned to an updated INFORMATION screen.

  • Page 61: Menu Overview

    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 DIRECTV messages, lock and unlock your system, and more.

  • Page 62: Main Menu

    Events can be programmed to occur either once or multiple times. Check Mail The Check Mail button takes you to the CHECK MAIL screen. The mail feature enables DIRECTV to inform you about upcoming special events, programming changes, offers, and other important information.

  • Page 63: Watching Directv Programming

    The TurboTune button takes you to the TURBOTUNE SETUP screen, from which you may set the channels associated with the TurboTune feature. See the chapter “Watching DIRECTV Programming” for more information on using TurboTune. Refer to the “TurboTune” section later in this chapter for information about programming the TurboTune feature.

  • Page 64: Current Settings Overview

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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.

  • Page 65: Check Mail

    Review your settings and choose OK. Otherwise, choose Cancel to delete the edits made to this event. Check Mail The CHECK MAIL feature of the digital satellite receiver enables DIRECTV to notify you about The CHECK MAIL screen Things to do in the CHECK MAIL screen...

  • Page 66: History/Upcoming

    Events that were ordered by directly calling DIRECTV will also not appear on this list. You cannot remove events from this list. Reported events will disappear from this list as the digital satellite receiver needs space to log more recent purchases.

  • Page 67: Locking Procedure

    Otherwise, choose Cancel to keep the lock in effect. If you forget your four-digit code, you must call DIRECTV for assistance. this without unlocking the digital satellite receiver. When you press , when prompted, the OVERRIDE LOCK pop-up will be displayed.

  • Page 68: Preferences

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER 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.

  • Page 69: Filters

    DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER'S MENU SYSTEM Filters The default setting for Filters is “Temporary.” With a setting of “Temporary,” each time you leave the on-screen guide, all filters other than Channel List will reset (all categories and complete class). If you change the Filters setting to “Persistent,”...

  • Page 70: Factory Defaults

    If you ever want to reset the digital satellite receiver preferences, select the Factory Defaults button. Limits ® The LIMITS screen provides settings to help you control the viewing restrictions of DIRECTV programming. These limits, when accompanied by the CHANNEL LISTS, put a great degree of control in your hands.

  • Page 71: Max Spending

    DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER'S MENU SYSTEM Max Spending Pay per view access enables you to purchase special, limited-broadcast events such as sporting events The SPENDING LIMIT pop-up panel Channel Lists are provided to help you organize the hundreds of available channels into groupings that...

  • Page 72: Clear

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER channels were excluded or included due to the digital satellite receiver’s analysis process. You may edit the lists manually to correct these oversights. Clear You may decide to remove all channels from a particular list later on. Selecting Clear will allow you to clear all channels from a chosen list.

  • Page 73: Installation

    The System Test button takes you to the SYSTEM TEST screen. New Card The NEW CARD screen provides a way for DIRECTV to distribute new access cards. Should you be issued a new card, you will need to activate it. Follow the on-screen instructions carefully to initialize it.

  • Page 74: Position

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER DUAL – Refers to the larger, oval, multi-LNB satellite dish. This dish will be configured with two LNB’s in the positions marked “SAT A” (101 ) and “SAT B” (119 ). Each LNB will have two outputs.

  • Page 75: Vcr Setup

    DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER'S MENU SYSTEM VCR Setup The VCR SETUP screen provides access to the settings that will allow the digital satellite receiver to The VCR SETUP screen More than one code may be assigned to your brand of VCR. Try each of the codes offered by using the keys to step through each code.
  • Page 76 HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The “ALIEN” search word might find the movie “Aliens” as well as any program which includes the word “alien” in the description. Partial words work as well. Entering the desired words is easy using the pop-up keyboard. You can highlight the desired letter using the , , , and keys.

  • Page 77: Using D-Vhs Features

    This DIRECTV PLUS digital satellite receiver has the added advantage of being compatible with the Hughes HDR-205 D-VHS video recorder. This recorder allows you to record DIRECTV programming in the highest quality possible. This is because the D-VHS records the actual digital signal, rather than a converted analog signal.

  • Page 78: Recording Speed

    Take a moment to familiarize these displays and how they may differ when in the D-VHS mode from normal DIRECTV programming. The various displays disappear automatically after a few seconds, or can be removed sooner by pressing the key.

  • Page 79: Lockout Warnings

    time displayed in the upper right corner are associated with the time that the program was recorded, rather than the current date and time. The INFORMATION BANNER can be displayed by pressing the BANNER is displayed. The OneLine Guide appears when you press the during D-VHS playback, so only the playing program’s information is available.
  • Page 80 HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER The VCR keys on your remote control should now operate the VCR transport functions. For additional information regarding D-VHS VCR features, please refer to the owner’s manual that accompanied your D-VHS VCR.

  • Page 81: Programming Your Remote Control

    PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL You can use the remote control that came with your DIRECTV PLUS control other components in your entertainment system. Programming the Remote Control There are two ways to program your remote control to match your equipment: code scan and code entry. Code scan can take some time, but it avoids having to refer to this manual to program your remote control.
  • Page 82 HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Test if the entered code matches your device by pressing the set. Otherwise, repeat the process using the next code for your brand or try the code scan procedure. TELEVISION CODE NUMBER Admiral...
  • Page 83 CODE NUMBER 048 050 043 130 060 012 031 150 055 158 Kenwood 014 034 047 048 023 Lloyd 034 003 009 017 Magin Magnavox 067 031 034 041 068 154 160 064 Marantz 067 069 031 067 012 Marta Matsui 027 030 Memorex...

  • Page 84: Using The Remote Control

    HUGHES BRAND DIRECTV PLUS™ DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER Using the Remote Control Once your codes are entered, you are ready to start using your universal remote control. The device keys allow you to switch from one device to another. Some keys behave in a special way. They control one device while you are actually in another device mode.
  • Page 85 PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Volume Control in AUX Mode Note that when the remote control is in TV, VCR, or SAT mode, the volume keys control the sound volume for the television. When you’re in AUX mode, if your auxiliary component has audio output, the volume keys control that component’s sound volume.
  • Page 87 QUESTIONS ANSWERS Questions? Did we forget to tell you something? Many people, over time, have questions about their satellite system. We have compiled the most common of these questions and the answers in this appendix. We hope they help! I had a signal but now I am getting a message “Searching for satellite signal. To access related utilities, press .”...
  • Page 88 There are three possibilities; your digital satellite receiver must be connected to a phone line and it is not, or DIRECTV doesn’t realize that your phone line is connected or has disabled your ability to make on-screen purchases. Call DIRECTV at 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288), for assistance.

  • Page 89: Limited Warranty

    This Limited Warranty gives specific legal rights to Purchaser, and Purchaser also may have other rights which may vary from state to state. Your Hughes manufactured DIRECTV PLUS™ Digital Satellite Receiver, Satellite Dish Antenna, and Remote Control are warranted against defects in materials, workmanship for parts and labor: The digital satellite receiver is warranted for two (2) years from date of purchase.
  • Page 90 Part # 1028324-0001 (Revision: B)

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