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Connecting
components
Connect a terrestrial
antenna
Connect the RF remote
control antenna
(SAT-A65A only)
Adding system components
You can configure your DIRECTV Receiver several ways depending on the
additional audio/video components you want to use.
This chapter explains how to:
• Connect a terrestrial (broadcast) TV antenna (this page).
• Connect the optional RF remote control antenna (this page).
• Connect and set-up a VCR (see page 8).
• Integrate the DIRECTV Receiver into your existing audio or A/V system
(see page 10).
At this point, you should have:
Verified that your system is operating properly.
Connected your DIRECTV Receiver to your TV.
Unplugged all components from electrical outlets.
You can connect a terrestrial (broadcast) TV antenna to your DIRECTV
Receiver by connecting it to the DIRECTV Receiver's
(refer to figures on page 2). The remote control
switch between DIRECTV
antenna.
The SAT-A65A DIRECTV Receiver uses an optional RF (radio frequency)
remote control antenna that allows you to control your receiver from other
rooms in your house.
1. Plug the RF remote control cable into the
DIRECTV Receiver rear panel (refer to figures on page 2.)
2. Extend the cable and place the antenna in the desired location
To achieve the best operating range from the remote control, position the
antenna as high and as far away from metal objects as possible.
INPUT
®
programming and input from the terrestrial
RF Antenna
RF REMOTE
Adding system components
2
jack
TV ANT/CABLE IN
button allows you to
connector on the
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