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  • Page 1 Models: HIRD-D01 HIRD-D11...
  • Page 2 WatchWord, PreSelect, TurboTune, and OneLine Guide are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems. DIRECTV and DIRECT TICKET are registered trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc. a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp., and are used with permission. USSB and USSB Entertainment are registered trademarks of United States Satellite Broadcasting Company, Inc.

  • 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 DIRECTV System. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 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.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    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 OMPONENTS The Satellite Dish Antenna ...1-2 The Digital Satellite Receiver ...1-2 The Remote Control...1-3 SETTING UP YOUR DIRECTV SYSTEM...2-1...
  • Page 8 Check Mail ...7-2 Purchases...7-2 Help...7-2 Lock/Unlock ...7-2 ...7-3 ETUP Preferences ...7-3 Limits ...7-3 Chan. Lists...7-3 TurboTune™...7-3 Installation ...7-3 Current settings overview...7-4 ...7-4 CHEDULER Editing an event ...7-4 ...7-5 HECK Message...7-5 Page ...7-5 Erase...7-5 ...7-5 URCHASES History/Upcoming...7-5 Purchase History...7-6 Upcoming Purchases...7-6 ...7-6 NLOCK Locking Procedure...7-7...

  • Page 9: A First Look At The Directv Digital

    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 entertainment. You should complete the following steps to achieve the greatest performance from your system: Read this manual to familiarize yourself with the system.

  • Page 10: Directv System Components

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 11: The Remote Control

    The Remote Control The remote control can control your DIRECTV System and most TV brands, as well as many VCRs. The remote control uses an invisible infrared light to send signals to your components when you press the keys.
  • Page 12 DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 13: Setting Up Your Directv System

    SETTING UP YOUR DIRECTV SYSTEM 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.

  • Page 14: Choosing The Best Connection For Entertainment System

    VCR has this jack, proceed to the “Hook Up the Audio/Video Signals” section. This hookup will give you the sharpest picture of any of the hookups. Also, this hookup will allow you to view DIRECTV System programming and local broadcast simultaneously on TVs with “picture in picture” (PIP) feature.

  • 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 System programming and local broadcast simultaneously on TVs that offer a “picture in picture” (PIP) feature.

  • Page 16: Hook Up To A Stereo System

    This can be accomplished by pressing the remote is in DIRECTV System mode. Also, you must connect your local signal, either from an antenna or cable service, to the IN FROM ANT on the back of the digital satellite receiver. If your antenna wire is not a coaxial type you will need an adapter as described earlier.

  • Page 17: Controlling The Digital Satellite Receiver

    The final key that appears on both the remote control and the front panel is the key. Make sure the remote control is in DIRECTV System mode for the key to apply to the digital satellite receiver. When you power the digital satellite receiver off, it has not actually stopped using electricity.
  • Page 18 OUT TO TV connector, rather than VIDEO or S-VIDEO. If you are using OUT TO TV, pressing the key will switch the output between DIRECTV System programming and local broadcasts similar to the way the key works.

  • Page 19: Installing The Satellite Dish Antenna

    For that reason, it is highly recommended that you contact a professional installer to get you up and running. The warranty covering your DIRECTV System assumes professional installation and may not apply in self installation situations since improper installation could damage the various components or cause undesired performance.

  • Page 20: Determine Where To Pointy

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.
  • Page 21 INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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.
  • Page 22 DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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:...

  • Page 23: Selecting A Mounting Option

    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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.

  • Page 24: Installation Procedure

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.
  • Page 25 INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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.
  • Page 26 DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.
  • Page 27 INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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.
  • Page 28 DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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 step 5.

  • Page 29: Installing The Satellite Dish

    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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 dish antenna to a new location in the future.

  • Page 30: Attaching The Reflector Onto The Support Arm

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 31: Grounding The Metal Pole Mount

    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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 section titled “Grounding the Metal Pole Mount”...

  • Page 32: Coaxial Cable

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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 33 INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA Installation Procedure 1) Select the location where you will install the ground block. Choose a site that will be near the For single LNBs or dual LNB installations using only one side, a single coaxial cable will be used. 6) Route the ground wire to the ground rod.

  • Page 34: Ttaching The Lnb To The Lnb S

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 35: Ositioning The Satellite Dish Antenna

    INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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 36: Pointing The Satellite Dish Antenna Using The "Box" Method

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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 37 INSTALLING AND POINTING YOUR SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA 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 point in the proper direction.

  • Page 38: Uthorizing Our Ervice

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

  • Page 39: Programming

    PROGRAMMING 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.

  • Page 40: The Oneline™ Guide

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 41: Lternate Services

    WATCHING SATELLITE PROGRAMS ON THE RECEIVER Alternate Services The digital satellite receiver can support alternate audio and data reception. To determine if the The Alternate Services panel Changing channels will restore the audio track to the one that is specified on the PREFERENCES screen.

  • Page 43: The On-Screen Guides

    THE ON-SCREEN 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 your viewing.

  • Page 44: General On-Screen Guide Features

    Using PreSelect™ to Schedule Programs for Viewing With the PreSelect feature you can select viewing choices in advance to avoid missing them. Use PreSelect to plan your evening viewing; your DIRECTV System will automatically change channels according to your selections.

  • Page 45: Program Guide (Lg. Cell)

    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.

  • Page 46: The Title Guide

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL To navigate the guide, use the , , , and keys. You can continue to press the keys to scroll more program offerings onto the screen. Pressing on any title will direct you to the INFORMATION screen.

  • Page 47: The Logo Guide

    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. The title of the program currently airing on the highlighted channel appears in the header area immediately above the logo grid.

  • Page 48: Channel List

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 49: Class Filters

    PreSelect PreSelect is one of the handiest features of your DIRECTV System. You can use it to plan your evening or weekend viewing, then let the system do the rest. You can perform the PreSelect capability from within the on-screen guides.

  • Page 50: Cancel Preselect

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 51: Digital Satellite Receiver's Menu System

    DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU 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.

  • Page 52: Main Menu

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 53: Setup Menu

    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 System Programming” for more information on using TurboTune. Refer to the “TurboTune” section later in this chapter for information about programming the TurboTune feature.

  • Page 54: Current Settings Overview

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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 55: Check Mail

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM 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 screens.

  • Page 56: Purchase History

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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 digital satellite receiver never tuned to, will not appear.

  • Page 57: Unlocking Procedure

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM 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 press the The UNLOCK pop-up panel...

  • Page 58: Preferences

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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 59: Scheme

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM 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 your chosen language is available for the program, you will hear it in that language.

  • Page 60: Screen Ratio

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 61: Limit

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM 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 The TV ALLOWANCE screen Things to do in the LIMITS screen Max Rating Program ratings indicate the suitability of a program’s content for a given audience.

  • Page 62: Channel Lists

    DIRECTV SYSTEM FROM HUGHES NETWORK SYSTEMS - OWNER’S MANUAL 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.

  • Page 63: Turbotune

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM In the CHANNEL LISTS screen, use the , , , and to the channel number and list that you wish to change. Press the check mark, which indicates that the channel in that row is included in the list shown at the top of the column.

  • Page 64: Installation

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

  • Page 65: System Test

    THE DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER’S MENU SYSTEM 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.

  • Page 67: Programming Your Remote Control

    PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL 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 equipment:...
  • Page 68 DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL 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 072 081 160 161 A Mark 112 143 Akai...

  • Page 69: Using The Remote Control

    PROGRAMMING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL CODE NUMBER Sansui 043 048 135 022 Sanyo 003 010 102 007 014 134 Scott 017 037 044 129 131 112 Sears 003 008 009 010 013 014 017 081 101 Sharp 031 054 053 Shintom Signature Sony 056 057 058 003 052 149...
  • Page 71 ANSWERS 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! I had a signal but now I am getting a message “Searching for satellite signal. To access related utilities, press .”...
  • Page 72 OUT TO TV connector. If I have questions about my DIRECTV System or need to have it serviced, who should I call? For issues regarding your equipment, contact us directly at 1-800-274-8995. If you would like, call your dealer first.

  • Page 73: 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 HNS DIRECTV System equipment (the satellite dish antenna, the digital satellite receiver, and the remote control) is warranted against defects in materials/workmanship for parts and labor: The digital satellite receiver and satellite dish antenna (including the LNB) are warranted from date of purchase for ninety (90) days for parts and labor, and for one (1) year for parts only.
  • Page 74 Part # 1027602-0001 (Revision: B)

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