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DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER'S MANUAL
Determine Where to Point Your
Satellite Dish Antenna
The INSTALLATION screen
{ XE "Satellite antenna:pointing" } { XE "DISH POINTING MENU" } When you press
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
will need to determine your location by either ZIP code or by your
latitudinal and longitudinal position. Press 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. Enter your location. If you are using the remote control,
press the
key, followed by the five appropriate digits. From
the remote control or receiver front panel you can also use the
keys to increase or decrease the highlighted digit value, and the
key to advance to the next digit. Use the
any mistakes. When you are finished, highlight the OK button and
press
to continue.
{ XE "ZIP CODE screen" }{ XE "LATITUDE &
LONGITUDE screen" }ALIGNMENT RESULT Pop-up
Panel
{ XE "ALIGNMENT RESULT screen" } The ALIGNMENT RESULT will display the proper
elevation and azimuth for pointing the satellite dish antenna
calculated from the information you entered. Take a moment to write
down the pointing results.
ELEVATION:
AZIMUTH:
The values displayed are fairly accurate; however some fine-tuning
may be necessary. Use these values when choosing a mounting
location for your satellite dish antenna and remember that you will
need an unobstructed view in that direction.
Choosing the Antenna
Installation Site
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key to back up to correct
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WARNING
For your own safety, follow these important safety rules:
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Perform as many functions as possible on the ground.
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Do not install the antenna on a rainy or windy day.
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keys on the
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you
The INSTALLATION screen
The ALIGNMENT RESULT screen
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