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EchoStar Over-the-Air Module MT2 User Manual

Echostar communications over-the-air module user guide
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MPORTANT
• Install the Over-the-Air Module with care. Be sure not to drop
any loose parts in the opening.
• Do not insert anything into the opening on the receiver other than
the Over-the-Air Module.
• Be aware that there may be parts or areas of the receiver inside
the opening that are warm.
• If the Over-the-Air Module is removed, be sure to replace the
port cover that came with the receiver. Do not leave the opening
uncovered at any time.
S
AFETY
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NSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1 MPORTANT • Install the Over-the-Air Module with care. Be sure not to drop any loose parts in the opening. • Do not insert anything into the opening on the receiver other than the Over-the-Air Module. • Be aware that there may be parts or areas of the receiver inside the opening that are warm.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABLE OF NTRODUCTION NSTALLATION AND Installation Considerations... 2 Installing the MT2 Module... 3 Setting up the Receiver to Display OTA Channels... 6 Viewing Your OTA Channels ... 7 ONNECTING TO A 3-4 O HANNEL EMOVING THE ROUBLESHOOTING BOUT Installation Considerations... 13 Digital Transition Consideration ...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    NTRODUCTION The MT2 Over-the-Air (OTA) Module allows you to add two digital over-the-air tuners to your satellite receiver. This provides the ability to integrate over-the-air channels into the on-screen Program Guide of compatible receivers for seamless viewing by both the TV1 and TV2 viewers.

  • Page 4: Installing The Mt2 Module

    • These instructions assume you have an over-the-air antenna suitable for your area already installed in your system. Refer to www.antennaweb.org or a local retailer for assistance in choosing and peaking an over-the-air antenna. Installing the MT2 Module Unplug the receiver’s power cord from the electrical outlet. Unplug the receiver’s power cord from electricity anytime you install or remove the OTA module.
  • Page 5 The module port on the back of the satellite receiver must be covered if an OTA Module is not installed. Damage to an uncovered module port is not covered by the receiver’s Limited Warranty. Install the module into the module port, making sure the labeling on the module is right-side up.
  • Page 6 Connect the cable from your over-the-air antenna to the O NTENNA is needed because the module has an internal splitter to provide the dual-OTA tuner capability. Figure 3. Connecting the Over-the-Air Antenna Plug the receiver’s power cord into the electrical outlet. Turn the receiver back on after it has reset itself.

  • Page 7: Setting Up The Receiver To Display Ota Channels

    Setting up the Receiver to Display OTA Channels Using the remote control, press MENU, select System Setup , then Local Channels . Note : Your Local Channels screen may differ slightly. Figure 2. Local Channels Screen Scan for channels by selecting Scan Locals . Note : Ensure the Analog Type on the HDTV Setup menu (accessed by MENU, System Setup , then HDTV Setup) is set to Offair .

  • Page 8: Viewing Your Ota Channels

    Select a channel and then select Edit Name to change the way the channel name displays in the Program Guide and other channel lists. You can rename only one channel at a time. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter the channel name. Select Done when you are finished making changes.
  • Page 9 a similar name. Refer to your TV’s User Guide for help locating this connection. Using the satellite receiver’s remote control, press MENU, select System Setup Under TV1 Out, select Channel 3 or 4. Set the channel on the TV connected to the C Select Done to save your changes.

  • Page 10: Removing The Ota Module

    EMOVING THE Do not remove the OTA Module unless necessary as you will no longer be able to tune to your over-the-air channels if the module is removed. Unplug the receiver’s power cord from the electrical outlet. Disconnect any cables connected to the module’s O port and/or C NTENNA Remove the screws connecting the module to the receiver’s back...

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    ROUBLESHOOTING The receiver does not detect that the OTA Module is installed The receiver will display that the OTA Module is detected on the System Info Three screen. Using the DISH Network remote control, press MENU, select System Setup , then Installation , then System Info .
  • Page 12 Verify the module is installed correctly. Refer to the instructions on page 3. Verify that the antenna is installed correctly and peaked for the desired channels. Page 11...

  • Page 13: About Over - The -Air Tv Broadcasts

    BOUT Over-the-air TV signals are broadcast by local TV stations from a transmitter tower, and are received using an indoor or outdoor antenna. Digital over-the-air TV broadcasting uses advanced technology to deliver superb picture quality and CD-quality sound. However, digital over-the-air reception depends on several factors: •...

  • Page 14: Installation Considerations

    Installation Considerations • Follow local, state, and National Electric Code requirements for grounding the over-the-air antenna. • RG-6 coaxial cable is preferred for the O connection. If you are diplexing the O and S ATELLITE • You cannot use a diplexer to combine the O NTENNA antenna.

  • Page 15: Limited Warranty

    Limited Warranty This Limited Warranty is a legal document. Keep it in a safe place. Remember to keep your Sales Receipt for warranty service. We will consider any items you return without a copy of the Proof of Purchase to be out of warranty. This warranty extends only to the original user ("you,"...

  • Page 16: Dish Network ' S Exchange Programs

    US). This fee will be charged to your billing account or your valid credit card. If you do not ship the defective equipment to EchoStar within ten days after receiving the replacement, your billing account or credit card will be charged the market price of the replacement.

  • Page 17: Accessory Warranty

    its sole discretion determines has voided the warranty, or makes the equipment unrepairable, your billing account or credit card will be charged the market price of the replacement. Accessory Warranty An accessory is any DISH Network branded equipment, displaying the DISH Network logo, excluding the receiver, Smart Card, cables and hookups, and non-mechanical components.
  • Page 18 Copyright © 2008. EchoStar Technologies L.L.C., Englewood, Colorado 80112. All rights reserved. The information in these Installation Instructions may change without notice. We may issue revisions to tell you about such changes. Send any comments or questions about these Installation Instructions to: techpubs@echostar.com or Technical Publications, EchoStar...

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