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Important--Use These Remote Codes
The codes on this sheet supersede the codes in the user's guide. Please refer to your user's guide for the instructions on how to program the remote using these codes. The remote is
already programmed to operate most PROSCAN, RCA, and GE product.
TV
Abex ........................................................................... 1172
Admiral ........................................................... 1001, 1173
Adventura .................................................................. 1174
Aiko ............................................................................ 1016
Akai ............................................................................. 1002
Alleron ....................................................................... 1046
Amtron ...................................................................... 1038
Anam National .............................................. 1003, 1038
AOC .................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1007, 1175, 1176
Audiovox ................................................................... 1038
Belcor ......................................................................... 1004
Bell & Howell ...................................... 1001, 1083, 1162
Bradford ..................................................................... 1038
Brokwood ................................................................. 1004
Candle ....................................... 1004, 1006, 1008, 1174
Capehart .................................................................... 1175
Celebrity .................................................................... 1002
Centurion .................................................................. 1009
Citizen ....................................... 1004, 1006, 1008, 1016
......................................... 1038, 1105, 1171, 1174, 1177
Clairtone ................................................................... 1176
Colortyme ...................................................... 1004, 1006
Concerto ........................................................ 1004, 1006
Contec/Cony ................ 1012, 1013, 1014, 1038, 1176
Craig ........................................................................... 1038
Crown ............................................................. 1038, 1171
Curtis Mathes ..................................... 1000, 1004, 1006
.................................................... 1015, 1105, 1162, 1171
CXC ........................................................................... 1038
Daewoo .................................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1016
.................................................... 1017, 1018, 1127, 1171
Daytron ................................................ 1004, 1006, 1171
Dimensia .................................................................... 1000
Dumont .......................................................... 1004, 1151
Dynatech ................................................................... 1178
Electroband .................................................... 1002, 1176
Electrohome ................. 1003, 1004, 1006, 1019, 1022
Emerson ............................................... 1004, 1006, 1012
........ 1014, 1023, 1024, 1025, 1026, 1027, 1028, 1029
........ 1030, 1031, 1032, 1033, 1034, 1035, 1036, 1037
........ 1038, 1039, 1041, 1042, 1043, 1044, 1046, 1047
........ 1123, 1124, 1162, 1171, 1176, 1177, 1179, 1191
Envision ........................................................... 1004, 1006
Fisher ................... 1048, 1049, 1050, 1051, 1162, 1180
Fujitso ......................................................................... 1046
Funai ................................................................ 1038, 1046
Futuretec ................................................................... 1038
GE .............. 1000, 1003, 1004, 1006, 1022, 1052, 1054
......... 1055, 1087, 1164, 1165, 1166, 1167, 1168, 1181
Gibralter ......................................................... 1004, 1151
Goldstar .......................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1012, 1019
.................... 1056, 1057, 1058, 1155, 1156, 1171, 1172
Grundy ................................................. 1038, 1046, 1171
Hallmark ......................................................... 1004, 1006
Harvard ...................................................................... 1038
Hitachi ....... 1004, 1006, 1012, 1013, 1059, 1060, 1061
.................... 1135, 1136, 1137, 1138, 1139, 1140, 1141
......... 1142, 1143, 1144, 1145, 1146, 1148, 1150, 1179
IMA ............................................................................. 1038
Infinity ......................................................................... 1062
Janeil ........................................................................... 1174
JBL ............................................................................... 1062
JCB .............................................................................. 1002
JC Penny ......................... 1000, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1008
............................... 1022, 1052, 1054, 1058, 1063, 1064
.................... 1072, 1087, 1105, 1128, 1171, 1172, 1181
Jensen .............................................................. 1004, 1006
JVC ................................... 1012, 1013, 1054, 1060, 1065
.................... 1066, 1067, 1089, 1157, 1158, 1159, 1182
Kawasho .............................................. 1002, 1004, 1006
Kaypani ....................................................................... 1175
Kenwood ............................................. 1004, 1006, 1019
Kloss Novabeam ...................... 1068, 1069, 1174, 1183
KTV ................................. 1038, 1070, 1171, 1176, 1177
Loewe ......................................................................... 1062
Logik ........................................................................... 1083
Luxman ........................................................... 1004, 1006
LXI .............................................. 1000, 1006, 1049, 1062
.......................................... 1071, 1072, 1073, 1162, 1181
Magnavox ............ 1004, 1006, 1008, 1019, 1062, 1068,
.................... 1069, 1074, 1075, 1076, 1077, 1088, 1089
.................... 1130, 1131, 1132, 1133, 1134, 1183, 1184
Majestic ...................................................................... 1083
Marants ...................................................................... 1062
Marantz ..................................... 1004, 1006, 1062, 1078
Megatron ........................................................ 1006, 1059
MEI .............................................................................. 1176
Memorex ........................ 1001, 1006, 1082, 1083, 1162
MGA ........................................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1019
........................................ 1022, 1051, 1079, 1080, 1082
Midland .......................... 1054, 1151, 1171, 1172, 1181
Minutz ........................................................................ 1052
Mitsubishi ...................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1019, 1022
................... 1051, 1079, 1080, 1081, 1082, 1083, 1125
Montgomery Ward .................................................. 1083
Motorola ......................................................... 1003, 1173
MTC .................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1105, 1176, 1178
Multitech ......................................................... 1038, 1178
Multivision ................................................................. 1084
NAD .......................................... 1006, 1071, 1072, 1185
NEC ................................ 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1089
Nikko ............................................................... 1006, 1016
NTC ........................................................................... 1016
Onwa .......................................................................... 1038
Optimus ..................................................................... 1185
Optonica ......................................................... 1095, 1173
Orion ............................................................... 1035, 1191
Panasonic .................................. 1003, 1054, 1062, 1170
Philco ........ 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1008, 1012, 1019
........ 1062, 1068, 1069, 1074, 1075, 1077, 1183, 1184
Philips ....... 1003, 1004, 1008, 1012, 1019, 1062, 1068
........ 1069, 1074, 1075, 1076, 1086, 1087, 1088, 1089
Pilot .................................................................. 1004, 1171
Pioneer ..... 1004, 1006, 1090, 1091, 1092, 1179, 1185
Portland ......................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1016, 1171
Price Club .................................................................. 1105
Prism ........................................................................... 1054
PROSCAN ..................................................... 1000, 1181
Proton ............................ 1004, 1006, 1012, 1093, 1175
Pulsar .......................................................................... 1151
Pulser .......................................................................... 1004
Quasar ...................................... 1003, 1054, 1070, 1094
Radio Shack/Realistic ............. 1000, 1004, 1006, 1012
.............................. 1038, 1049, 1095, 1162, 1171, 1172
RCA ..................... 1000, 1003, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1007
........ 1019, 1096, 1098, 1099, 1100, 1101, 1102, 1103
....... 1129, 1179, 1181, 1187, 1188, 1190, 1198, 1199
Rhapsody ................................................................... 1176
Runco ......................................................................... 1151
Sampo ............................. 1004, 1006, 1171, 1172, 1175
Samsung ......................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1012, 1015
.............................. 1019, 1104, 1105, 1106, 1171, 1172
Samsux ....................................................................... 1171
Sansui .......................................................................... 1191
Sanyo ......................................... 1004, 1048, 1049, 1050
.............................. 1080, 1107, 1108, 1162, 1180, 1189
Scotch ......................................................................... 1006
Scott .......... 1004, 1006, 1012, 1024, 1035, 1038, 1046
Sears ................................ 1000, 1004, 1006, 1013, 1019
............................... 1046, 1048, 1049, 1050, 1051, 1066
......... 1071, 1072, 1109, 1110, 1162, 1180, 1181, 1189
Sharp ................................ 1004, 1006, 1012, 1029, 1095
............................... 1111, 1112, 1113, 1122, 1171, 1173
Shogun ........................................................................ 1004
Signature .............................................. 1001, 1083, 1115
Simpson ..................................................................... 1008
Sonic ........................................................................... 1176
Sony ............................................................................ 1002
Soundesign ..................... 1004, 1006, 1008, 1038, 1046
Squareview ................................................................ 1189
SSS .................................................................... 1004, 1038
Starlite ........................................................................ 1038
Supre-macy ............................................................... 1174
Supreme ..................................................................... 1002
Sylvania ................................................. 1004, 1006, 1008
............................... 1019, 1062, 1068, 1069, 1074, 1075
.................... 1076, 1077, 1088, 1116, 1161, 1183, 1184
Symphonic ........................................... 1033, 1038, 1189
Tandy .......................................................................... 1173
Tatung .............................................................. 1003, 1178
Technics ..................................................................... 1054
Techwood ............................................ 1004, 1006, 1054
Teknika ...... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1008, 1012, 1013, 1016
......... 1038, 1046, 1076, 1082, 1083, 1105, 1170, 1171
Telecaption ................................................................ 1117
TMK ................................................................. 1004, 1006
Toshiba ...................................... 1049, 1071, 1072, 1089
............................... 1105, 1109, 1117, 1118, 1160, 1162
Totevision .................................................................. 1171
Universal ......................................................... 1052, 1087
Victor .............................................................. 1066, 1182
Vidtech ................................................. 1004, 1005, 1006
Viking .......................................................................... 1174
Wards ........ 1000, 1001, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1019, 1024
.................... 1033, 1046, 1052, 1062, 1069, 1074, 1075
....... 1076, 1083, 1087, 1088, 1095, 1119, 1120, 1184
Yamaha ...................................... 1004, 1005, 1006, 1019
Zenith ................... 1004, 1083, 1151, 1152, 1153, 1154
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  • Page 1 Important--Use These Remote Codes The codes on this sheet supersede the codes in the user's guide. Please refer to your user's guide for the instructions on how to program the remote using these codes. The remote is already programmed to operate most PROSCAN, RCA, and GE product. Fujitso .................
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  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Information TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE WARNING WARNING COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK To reduce risk of fire or DO NOT OPEN shock hazard, do not This symbol indicates This symbol indicates...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Setup and Connections ........3 Step 1: Unpack the System ............. 4 Step 2: Connect Your Receiver to Your TV and VCR ...... 4 Things to Know Before Connecting Components ....4 Jacks and Cables ................ 5 Back of the Receiver ..............
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Using the Attractions Guide ........... 33 Using the Purchases Menu ............. 34 Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase ..............35 Spending Limits ............... 35 Timers Feature ................36 Profiles ................... 36 Creating a Profile Channel List ..........37 Setting the Ratings Limit ............
  • Page 6: Setup And Connections

    Setup and Connections Setup and Connections Getting Started Setup and Connections This manual is designed to get you started quickly. The first three sections of the manual introduce you to your satellite system and show you how to use the on-screen guides and menus.
  • Page 7: Protect Your Components From Power Surges

    Setup and Connections Step 1: Unpack the System Make sure to locate the remote control. Step 2: Connect Your Receiver to Your TV and VCR During the satellite dish antenna installation, the receiver may have been connected to your TV with just a coaxial cable for the system test. Depending on what components you have, another connection may provide better picture and audio quality.
  • Page 8: Jacks And Cables

    Setup and Connections Protect Your Components from Overheating • Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely. • Do not stack components. • Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.
  • Page 9: Back Of The Receiver

    Setup and Connections Back of the Receiver The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks found on your receiver. When connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding OUTPUTS and INPUTS (Video to Video, Right Audio to Right Audio, etc.). OUT TO TV Use to connect the receiver VIDEO Provides better picture...
  • Page 10: Basic Connection

    Setup and Connections Basic Connection How to View Your Components To watch programming received via satellite with this connection, tune the TV to either SATELLITE channel 3 or 4. (The default is channel 3. You DISH may change the output channel to 4 by CABLE OR choosing Systems Options from the Main OFF-AIR ANTENNA...
  • Page 11: Advanced Connection

    Setup and Connections Advanced Connection How to View Your Components To watch the satellite receiver in this connection, tune the TV to the video input channel. (To find your TV’s video input SATELLITE DISH channel, follow Step 3 on the next page). Then tune the receiver to the desired CABLE OR channel.
  • Page 12: Step 3: Find The Video Input Channel On Your Tv

    Setup and Connections Step 3: Find the Video Input Channel on your TV • Note: You do not need to complete this step if you used the basic connection. If you used the advanced connection, you must tune your TV to the video input channel to see the satellite screens.
  • Page 13: Step 4: Interactive Setup

    Be sure to insert the plug completely. To turn on the system, press the DIRECTV button on the remote or the ON•OFF button on the front panel. If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or , press the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV.
  • Page 14: Using The Remote

    Using the Remote Using the Remote How to use your Universal Remote Setup and Connections This section defines the buttons on the remote and describes how to program it. The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable TVs. If you have an RCA, GE, or P TV, you probably don’t need to program it Using the Remote...
  • Page 15: Remote Control Buttons

    ON•OFF DIRECTV DIRECTV Tells the remote to control the satellite receiver. TV Tells the remote to control the TV. FETCH VOL UP/DOWN Adjusts the audio volume.
  • Page 16: The Point And Select Method

    Using the Remote The Point and Select Method Point and Select is the two-step method you use to navigate through the satellite system’s menu system and program guides. Once you know how to point and select, you can explore the menus. 1.
  • Page 17: Modes Of Operation

    Using the Remote Release the button, and then press ON•OFF to see if the component responds to the remote commands. If it doesn’t, try pressing the component button and then ON•OFF again. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand until the component responds to the remote commands.
  • Page 18: Program Guides

    Program Guides Program Guides What is a Program Guide? Setup and Connections A program guide is an on-screen programming schedule. There are several types of guides, each presenting the schedule in a different format. Using the program guide is easy as long as you remember the Using the Remote Point and Select rule.
  • Page 19: Anatomy Of A Program Guide

    Program Guides Anatomy of a Program Guide The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in the program guides. Program titles “Family” is one of five Indicates current time and information selectable Profiles Returns you to Takes you to previous screen the Main menu...
  • Page 20: The Channel Banner

    Program Guides The Channel Banner The channel banner appears whenever you tune to a channel, exit a guide, or press INFO on the remote. Use the arrow buttons and OK to choose an item. On-screen icons represent frequently-used menu items. Some icons also change appearance to show the item’s status.
  • Page 21: Using The Guide Button

    Program Guides Using the GUIDE Button Each press of the GUIDE button takes you to an alternate type of program guide. The Grid Guide The Grid Guide shows seven channels in a time-and-channel format, with the full title of the highlighted program at the top of the guide. The Detail Guide Grid Guide The Detail Guide shows five channels in a time-and-channel format, with...
  • Page 22: Tuning To A Program

    Program Guides Tuning to a Program To tune directly to a current program listed in the guide, point to the program and press OK. To see information about a program in the guide, press INFO. The Program Details screen appears and gives you several options.
  • Page 23: Additional Program Guides

    Program Guides Additional Program Guides Besides the Detail Guide, Grid Guide, and SurfGuide, there are a few more guides: the Channel Guide, the Logo Guide and the Attractions Guide. You can access these guides by selecting the Other Guides button at the bottom of the Detail Guide and Grid Guide.
  • Page 24 Program Guides The Attractions Guide Displays a list of channels that show coming attractions and special events information. The Other Guides button also lets you sort the guide by different variables, such as future times, user profile channel lists, and channel groups.
  • Page 25: Sorting The Guides

    Program Guides Then, select PPV in the Channel Groups category. Channel Groups is another way to sort types of programming. Select Back, or press the GO BACK button on the remote to return to the previous guide. You can also choose another guide format from the category list.
  • Page 26 Program Guides Topics The Topics button sorts the guide according to the current user’s preferences. Select the Topics button to sort the guide. The Topics button changes to the Topics Themes button. Press the Topics Themes button to edit the current user’s themes preferences. These Topics button preferences are saved in each user’s profile.
  • Page 27 Program Guides Sports Select the Sports button to list sporting events only. After selecting Sports, the Sports button changes to a Sports Themes button. Select the Sports Themes button to sort the guide to list specific types of Sports button sports, such as basketball or soccer.
  • Page 28 Program Guides Continue entering the specific title’s letters until it appears in the AlphaSort list. If you enter the wrong letter, select either Backspace or Clear All. Use the arrow buttons to highlight the title you are looking for. Press the OK button to select it, or the INFO button to see more information.
  • Page 29: Down Arrow

    Program Guides The Other Buttons Back Exits the guide and returns you to normal viewing on the current channel. Press OK to continue. Back button Help Brings up additional information about the guide. Press OK to continue. Help button Down Arrow The arrow button allows you to scroll down through other channels in the guide.
  • Page 30: The Menu System

    The Menu System The Menu System What’s a Menu? Setup and Connections The on-screen menu is a list of choices, just like a menu in a restaurant. And, just as a restaurant menu is divided into sections such as appetizers, entrees, and desserts, the on- screen menus are also separated into sections to help you find the information you need.
  • Page 31: Using Help

    MENU, the remote might not be in satellite mode. Try pressing the from the Main menu shows you information about using the Main menu DIRECTV button on the remote, and then screen. The rest of the Help buttons in the menu system bring up helpful information explaining one aspect of that menu.
  • Page 32: Menu Descriptions

    The Menu System Menu Descriptions This section briefly describes each of the available Main menu options. More information about each menu and its features is included later in this chapter. Program Guide Shows the on-screen programming schedules. Mailbox Use to read mail messages from your program providers. Purchases Use to review or cancel upcoming purchases, and to review past purchases.
  • Page 33 The Menu System The Program Guide Selecting Program Guide brings up your default program guide: the Detail Guide, the Grid Guide or SurfGuide. Anatomy of a Program Guide The following diagram shows you the kind of information you will see in the Detail Guide and Grid Guide.
  • Page 34: The Mailbox

    The Menu System The Mailbox The mailbox shows you messages that are sent—or “mailed”—from your program providers. For example, you may receive a message calling your attention to a new service. How to Tell When you Have Mail There are two ways to tell if you have mail, depending on whether the satellite receiver is turned on or off.
  • Page 35: Pay-Per-View Programs

    The Menu System Pay-Per-View Programs Pay-per-view programs (PPV) are programs that you purchase—like a movie ticket—on an event-by-event basis. For instance, a channel with pay-per-view programs may run nothing but previews for movies. After previewing the movie, you can purchase it or find out more details about it.
  • Page 36: Using The Attractions Guide

    The Menu System Using the Program Guide for PPV Programs Another way to get to the Program Details screen is by using the program guide. Highlight the program name in the guide and press INFO. You need to connect your phone line to your satellite receiver to be able to order PPV programs using the on-screen menus.
  • Page 37: Using The Purchases Menu

    The Menu System The Other Guides menu provides several guide formats. Point to a channel and select it. The Attractions Guide is accessed through the Other Guides menu. Using the Purchases Menu The Purchases menu allows you to review upcoming and past purchases. The Purchases menu shows you upcoming or past purchases, and spending limits.
  • Page 38: Reviewing And Canceling An Upcoming Purchase

    The Menu System Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase Use Point and Select to choose an upcoming purchase from the Future Purchases screen. You can review the program description, as well as cancel an upcoming purchase. The Purchase Edit screen lets you cancel an upcoming purchase.
  • Page 39: Timers Feature

    The Menu System Timers Feature The Timers feature allows you to preset your system to automatically tune to a particular channel at a predetermined time. To use the Timers feature, select Timers from the Main menu to bring up On-screen icons are an easy way to the Timers screen.
  • Page 40: Creating A Profile Channel List

    The Menu System Creating a Profile Channel List Point to and select a user. Point to Edit Channels and press OK. To start, you can add or delete all channels. Use the arrow keys to point to a channel, and press OK to remove (or replace) the check mark.
  • Page 41: Viewing Hours

    The Menu System Point to Set Rating Limit and press OK. Use the arrow keys to move the selector up and down. Use the up and down arrows to move the rating selector to the highest rating you want to be able to view. In the preceding illustration, movies that are rated up to and including a “PG-13”...
  • Page 42: Setting Up Spending Limits

    The Menu System Setting Up Spending Limits Select the Spending Limit option to indicate a per-event spending limit for pay-per-view programs. Point to Spending Limit, and press OK. You can set a per-event spending limit for each profile. Use the digits on the remote or use the arrow keys to enter a single- program spending limit.
  • Page 43: Locking The System

    The Menu System Locking the System You can lock the system activate the ratings, spending, viewing, and channel limits you have set up. When you lock the system, no one can modify any of these settings without first entering the four-digit system password.
  • Page 44: Choosing Your Profile

    The Menu System Choosing Your Profile Each time you turn on the receiver, the Family profile is selected by default. To select a different Profile: Press the WHO•INPUT button to scroll through the profiles. The WHO•INPUT button toggles through the profiles.
  • Page 45: Look And Feel

    The Menu System Interactive Setup If you self-installed your satellite dish antenna, you may have already used the interactive setup to find the dish pointing coordinates, acquire and fine-tune the signal, and run a system test. If you just want to check your dish pointing coordinates, or run the signal strength meter, select Dish Pointing from the Main menu.
  • Page 46: System Options

    The Menu System System Options System Test The System Test display screen is accessed through the Options menu, and allows you to initiate diagnostic procedures on the satellite system. You should use this feature to get your Access Card number, or when your receiver doesn’t seem to be working correctly. A message screen appears, telling you whether the system passed each test.
  • Page 47: The Dish Pointing Menu Screen

    The Menu System The Dish Pointing Menu Screen Follow these steps to obtain your dish pointing coordinates: Turn on your television and satellite receiver. Tune your television to the satellite receiver’s output channel. Press MENU on the remote to bring up the Main menu. Use the arrows to highlight Dish Pointing, and then press OK to access the dish pointing screen.
  • Page 48: Using The On-Screen Signal Meter

    The Menu System Using the On-Screen Signal Meter The signal strength meter is used to determine whether or not you are receiving the satellite signal; it also indicates the strength of the satellite signal. Follow these steps to bring up the on-screen signal meter: Turn on your television and satellite receiver.
  • Page 49: Home Control

    The Menu System Home Control Home Control lets you remotely control several lamps and devices through your receiver. Home Control Setup The Home Control Data Interface connects to the HOME CONTROL jack on the back of the receiver. Once connected, you must tell the receiver to use this port for Home Control.
  • Page 50: Device Control

    The Menu System Keep track of devices by assigning a label. Use the arrow buttons and OK to select the house and module codes that match the device’s remote module and label the module. Select Save Setup to complete the setup. Device Control Once the device is set up, there are two ways to control it: with the menu system or with a timer.
  • Page 51: Edit Fetch Menu

    The Menu System Complete the on-screen sentence to schedule a timer. Use the arrows and OK to enter an on and off time. Point to and select Run Timer. Clear Timer removes all the timer information. Suspend turns off the timer, but saves the timer information. Edit Fetch Menu The Edit Fetch menu gives you the option of using Fetch in two ways: •...
  • Page 52: Customizing The Fetch Menu

    The Menu System Customizing the Fetch Menu To customize your Fetch menu: Press MENU to bring up the Main menu. Point to and select Options, Look and Feel, and then Edit Fetch. Select Fetch Control. Press OK to choose Show Fetch Menu. 5.
  • Page 53: Customizing The Fetch Button

    The Menu System Customizing the FETCH Button To customize the FETCH button on the remote so it performs one function when pressed: Press MENU to bring up the Main menu. Point to and select Options, Look and Feel, and then Edit Fetch. Select Fetch Control.
  • Page 54: Tips & Troubleshooting

    Tips & Troubleshooting Tips & Troubleshooting Tips for Solving Problems Setup and Connections You may have some questions about using your satellite system that you are unsure how to answer. This section provides the answers to such questions. You will find how to run a system test, and how to diagnose and correct problems.
  • Page 55 Follow these steps to run the system test: Turn on your TV and the receiver. Press the DIRECTV button on the remote to put the remote in satellite system mode, then press MENU to bring up the Main menu. Point to and select Options.
  • Page 56 Tips & Troubleshooting How Signal Flow works Satellite Signal TV Signal From dish antenna From antenna or cable Digital Satellite Receiver Audio Out Video Out FROM SATELLITE IN Right Video S-Video Left If you use coaxial cables along If you use coaxial cables with audio/video cables, view (and no audio/video the satellite signal or off-air...
  • Page 57: Wrong Picture

    Maybe something is between the remote and the remote sensor. • Maybe the remote is not in satellite mode. Press the DIRECTV button so the remote will control the satellite receiver. • Maybe the batteries in the remote are weak, dead or installed incorrectly. Try replacing batteries. (Note, if you remove the batteries, you may have reprogram the remote to control other components.)
  • Page 58: Appendix A: Warranty Information

    Appendix A: Warranty Information Repair Help Thomson Consumer Electronics offers hardware repair service should you encounter any problems with your satellite system. Many problems can be diagnosed over the phone, or if necessary, a replacement unit can be shipped to you. Please have your satellite system model, serial number and date of purchase ready when you call.
  • Page 59 Appendix A: Warranty Information How you get service: • Call 1-800-679-4776 and have your unit’s date of purchase and model/serial number ready. The model/serial number information is on the back of your receiver. • A representative will troubleshoot your problem over the phone. •...
  • Page 60: Product Registration

    Appendix A: Warranty Information What your warranty does not cover: • Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage. • Adjustment of customer controls. • Damage from misuse or neglect. • A unit that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.
  • Page 61: Appendix B: Fcc Regulations

    Appendix B: FCC Regulations FCC Registration Information Your satellite system equipment is registered with the Federal Communications Commission and is in compliance with parts 15B and 68, FCC Rules and Regulations. Notification to the Local Telephone Company. On the bottom of this equipment is a label indicating among other information, the FCC Registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for the equipment.
  • Page 62: Appendix C: Accessories

    Appendix C: Accessories Accessory Order Form for Satellite Systems RG-6 Coaxial Burial Cable Description Part No. Price with weatherproof “F” RG-6 Coaxial Cable connectors 12 feet D912 $12.95 25 feet D925 $15.95 50 feet D950 $21.95 Self-Installer’s Kit contains 75 feet D975 $29.95 cable and hardware to...
  • Page 63 Appendix C: Accessories United States and Canada Orders Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by To place your order by phone, have your Visa, filling in below MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free USE YOUR CREDIT CARD ®...
  • Page 64: Index

    6 spending limits 35 checking your mail 31, 54 Viewing hours limit 38 connecting 7-8 icon 17 DIRECTV button 12, 28, 52, Main menu 28 Menu system 28 Ratings limit 37 Dish Pointing 44 exit 28 Warranty information 55...
  • Page 65 If your satellite system needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the Yellow Pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product. 100% 10330 North Meridian Street RECYCLED PAPER...

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