DIRECTV Digital Satellite Receiver Owner’s Manual Models GAEB0A GCEB0A 1031941-0001 Rev.
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Important Safety Instructions For your safety and protection, read this entire Owner's Manual before you attempt to install or use your satellite system. In particular, read this safety section carefully. Keep this safety information where you can refer to it if necessary. Heed Cautions–All cautions on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions–All operating and use instructions should be followed.
INSTALLATION Polarization – This DIRECTV Receiver is equipped with a plug that will fit into the power outlet only one way. Do not modify the plug defeating this feature. If the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this plug with an extension cord or outlet unless you can fully insert the blades without blade exposure Power Sources – Operate this DIRECTV Receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
SERVICE Servicing–Do not attempt to service this DIRECTV Receiver yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Conditions Requiring Service–Unplug the DIRECTV Receiver from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions: • When the power supply cord or plug has been damaged.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regulatory Information Declaration of Conformity– Standards to which Conformity is declared: FCC Part 15 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. • Responsible Party’s Name: Hughes Network Systems, Inc.
Contents Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Setup overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Attach the antenna cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Connect your TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Determine antenna angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Testing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Adding system components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Connecting components . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Getting Started 1 This chapter explains how to: You may connect a second DIRECTV Receiver to the unused LNB output. These instructions also apply to an additional receiver. • Connect the DIRECTV® satellite dish antenna to your DIRECTV Receiver (this page). • Connect your DIRECTV Receiver to your TV (see page 3). • Find antenna azimuth and elevation settings for your location (see page 4). • Test the DIRECTV System operation (see page 5).
Attach the antenna cable You can configure your system several ways, depending on what additional components (such as a VCR, DVD player, or A/V receiver) you select. For now, however, use the simplest configuration to check your antenna and cabling. • Ensure that the DIRECTV® Receiver is not plugged into an electrical outlet. • Attach the RG-6 coaxial antenna cable to the SATELLITE IN connector on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Refer to the appropriate figure below and on the next page.
Connect your TV Depending on your TV, you can connect it to the receiver in one of three ways: • S-Video cable (best picture quality) or • Video cable (very good picture quality) or • Coaxial cable (good picture quality) In addition to your video connection, use a set of audio cables (L/R) to provide stereo sound. If your TV does not have audio jacks, you will hear monophonic audio. This is acceptable for the procedures described in the next section. To connect your TV to the DIRECTV® Receiver: 15.
Determine antenna This section explains how to determine the proper antenna position. This is angles expressed in degrees of azimuth (horizontal) and elevation (vertical). Use the receiver front panel controls shown below to complete this procedure. Power Power On/Standby Indicator Main Menu Direction SELECT Button Buttons Button MENU POWER MENU POWER SELECT SELECT 1. Press the front panel MENU button to display the MAIN MENU below. 2. Use the button to highlight the System Setup tab.
Testing your system When you have aligned your dish antenna to the azimuth and elevation angles shown on the Install pane: 1. Highlight the Signal tab. 2. Use the button to highlight the Source pull-down menu 3. Signal quality is indicated by a scale at the bottom of the pane and with an audible indication. The frequency and tempo of the tone increase with signal strength.
3. Press SELECT again to test the first selection on the pop-up menu. SYSTEM TEST Install Signal VCR Prefs Wed, Jun 13 System Tests Begin Test Xponder Test Xponder Test Satellite 101 (A) : 5317.6 Satellite 119 (B) :0.0.0.
Adding system components 2 You can configure your DIRECTV® Receiver several ways depending on the additional audio/video components you want to use. This chapter explains how to: • • • • Connecting components 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).
Connecting a VCR Follow these instructions to connect your TV and VCR to the DIRECTV® Receiver. Connect the satellite antenna RG-6 coaxial cable to the DIRECTV Receiver’s SATELLITE IN jack (refer to figures on page 2). 1. Depending on your VCR, select the appropriate connection to the DIRECTV receiver: If your VCR has A/V connectors – • Connect the DIRECTV Receiver’s AUDIO and VIDEO jacks to the VCR’s A/V IN jacks.
7. Test the VCR control feature as described below. 8. Remove the temporary mounting tape. Attach the emitter permanently with peel-and-stick backing. This will not interfere with normal VCR operation. The VCR SETUP menu provides the settings to allow the DIRECTV® Receiver to communicate with your VCR.
Connecting a home entertainment system The A/V receiver must be turned on in order to send the video signal to your TV. You can integrate the DIRECTV® Receiver into your entertainment system to take advantage of enhanced audio and video capability. Follow these instructions to connect your DIRECTV Receiver. • To connect the DIRECTV Receiver to your audio system, use A/V cables to connect the satellite receiver to the audio receiver’s AUDIO IN jacks.
Using the remote control 2 This chapter explains how to: • • • • Use the HMRC-8 and HMRC-9 remote control functions. (see page 13) Install and replace the remote control batteries. (see page 14) Program the remote to work with your system components. (see page 14) Access interactive programming features. (see page 15) Power Turns satellite receiver power on/off(standby). Turns selected component power on/off.
AUX VCR DVD Power Turns satellite receiver power on/off(standby). Turns selected component power on/off. PWR 8 TV SAT Component control Selects the component that you want to control. Buttons illuminate to indicate the component that the remote control is set to operate. Receiver control group Most frequently used functions are grouped together (see below).
Remote control functions The joystick is the most versatile (and most used) remote control feature. Using only the joystick, you can perform virtually all on-screen functions including: • • • • Selecting a highlighted screen menu item. Moving the screen highlight (or cursor) up, down, left and right. Jumping directly to the OneLine™ Guide. Changing channels using the OneLine Guide. Use the joystick to move up, down, left, or right through the on-screen displays.
Installing remote control To install or replace the remote control batteries: batteries 1. Locate the battery compartment on the back of the remote control. 2. Remove the battery compartment cover. 3. Insert two “AAA” size batteries as shown, observing the correct polarity. 4. Replace the battery compartment cover. Installing batteries in the remote control Programming the remote control You can operate your TV, VCR, and Audio/Video receiver using your HRMC-8 or HMRC-9 remote control.
Code Entry To use this method: 1. Find the three-digit code or codes for the type and brand of the component you want to control (in this example, TV). Refer to Appendix B – Manufacturers device control codes, on page 43. 2. If several codes are listed, you may have to try some or all of them. After entering a code, press the remote control’s POWER button to test it. The correct code turns the device on and off. 3. Press the device (DVD, VCR, AUX, TV, SAT) button again to lock the code.
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3 Using the menus This chapter describes: • • • • How to find the menus you need to perform common tasks (this page). Using the Program Director (see page 20). How to purchase pay per view events (see page 18). How to set and modify preferences (see page 21). The table below lists the MAIN MENU tabs, their submenus, and what they do. Menu function overview Main Menu tab Screens (see page) If you want to: Program Guide Program Guide • View and modify the program guide.
Purchasing pay per view (PPV) Select the Purchases menu tab to display lists of recently viewed and advance purchased pay per view events. You can choose PAST PURCHASES and UPCOMING PURCHASES. The event channel, title, start date and time, and cost is shown for each purchase. PAST PURCHASES Thu, Jul 19 Upcoming 2:54 PM Purchase History Past Watch TV Main Menu 1/12 Recently viewed event 9:00PM 102 $2.99 2/12 Previously viewed event 8:00PM 140 $29.
Viewing Mail DIRECTV uses the MAIL feature to send you important information, inform you of special events, and tell you about special offers.When you receive a new message, a New Mail icon appears at the top of all menus until you read the message. Highlight and SELECT the View Mail tab from the MAIN MENU. VIEW MAIL Mail Watch TV Main Menu Fri, Jul 6 5:24AM Read Message Erase Message 1 of 3 Page 2 Second page of message text... VIEW MAIL menu pane Message – Cycle through multiple messages.
Using the program Director You can program up to 32 events in advance for viewing or unattended recording. The PROGRAM DIRECTOR will tune to a program at a specific date and time, or tune on a repeating basis. As shown below, you can: • Schedule programs for viewing (ü) • Schedule programs for taping ( ) • Select Cancel from the menu if you decide not to schedule anything.
If you specify a date, use the month/day format. The year is set automatically. 7. After setting the Frequency, use the joystick S to advance. 8. Review your settings and choose OK, or choose Cancel to delete the edits. To cancel a program scheduled for viewing or taping: Find the upcoming program in the program guide you wish to cancel and press SELECT until the check mark (✓ ) or videotape icon ( ) disappears.
icon Setting default and Your DIRECTV® Receiver supports alternate audio services. The alternate audio appears below the Information Banner or program guide date and time to ALT. AUDIO indicate alternate audio is available for a particular program.
Adjusting the screen Adjust video display brightness, contrast, and saturation for the best image. image 1. Highlight the Audio & Video tab from the MAIN MENU. 2. Press SELECT. 3. Highlight the PicturePerfect menu pane button. 4. Press SELECT. 5. Use the joystick to increase/decrease the screen Brightness, Contrast, and image Saturation settings in the pop-up menu (as shown below).
Use the pop-up button board to enter search words. You can highlight and SELECT the toggle icon on the default button board (see figure) to change it to a standard keyboard layout, if you desire. Highlight the desired letter using the joystick. Press SELECT to enter the letter. Select OK when you are finished entering the desired search words. S WATCHWORD SETUP Setup Result Watch TV Main Menu ! 1 Q A Z @ 2 W S X # 3 E D C $ 4 R F V % 5 T G B -6 Y H N & 7 U J M * 8 I K .
Use the PREFERENCES menu pane (shown in the figure below) to change the appearance of the on-screen menus and select how your DIRECTV® Receiver operates with other devices. The PREFERENCES pane also allows you to: • • • • • • Change the receiver ID Set the receiver output channel to channel 3 or 4 Enable or disable the INPUT button on your remote control. Lock the system on a particular channel. Select English or Spanish language menus. Enable or disable Caller ID on and off.
Set output channel Use the Output Channel menu button to toggle between channels 3 and 4, whichever is unused in your area. Input key enable/disable The Input Key menu button allows you to turn the remote control TV/SAT button on and off. Lock a channel Use the Channel Lock menu button to set the DIRECTV® Receiver to permanently stay on a specific channel. When you enter a channel number (5-0-0, for example) then select OK, the receiver will always power up on that channel (channel 500 in this example).
Using program guides 4 This chapter describes: • • • • Selecting a program guide style The different program guide styles (this page). Common program guide and menu features (see page 29). How to use the OneLine™ Guide (see page 30). How to set-up and use the TurboTune™ Guide (see page 31). Personalize the program guide to show program listings that interest you. You determine how your choices appear onscreen by your guide selection.
Thu, Feb 7 6:00PM PROGRAM GUIDE CC All Channels The Weather Channel None 6:00PM - 7:00PM Weather. Local and national forecast, weekly planner and weekend outlook; severe weather focus at 10 minutes to the hour. Series, Interactive. Today ® 6 PM 6:30 The Weather Channel 7 PM 7:30 The Weather Channel DIRECTV INTERACTIVE Center TM R DIRECTV Pay Per View Previews R DIRECTV FREEVIEW R R ALL DAY DIRECTV Customer News R Local Channel Ordering Information To turn off the Picture-In-Guide feature: 1.
Thu, Feb 7 LOGO GUIDE All Channels A description of the program currently airing on the highlighted network menu appears here, if available. 6:00PM Title of the program on the network selected in menu Logo guide with Picture-In-Guide disabled (description-only mode) To select a guide style: 1. 2. 3. 4. Program guide and menu features Press the remote control MENU button. Use the joystick to highlight and SELECT the Guide Options menu tab.
• Below the date and time, small icons indicating the status of the system or details about the currently highlighted program title may appear. These icons also appear in the Channel Banner as shown below. 340 Icon Fri, May 8 Family 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM $ TNN: Automobiles $ CC 10:54 AM NEW MAIL CC Rated: NR (Not Rated) ALT. DATA CANT TAPE AUDIO SVCS.
Using TurboTune™ The TurboTune™ feature is a quick access guide to nine of your favorite channels. • Press the TURBO button on the remote control to show the TurboTune panel. • Use the joystick to highlight the desired channel. The panel header displays the title of the program currently airing on the highlighted channel. • Press SELECT to tune to that channel.
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5 Setting favorites and filters This chapter explains: • • • • • Using favorite channel lists Creating a channel list How to create a channel list (this page). Renaming a channel list (see page 34). Using Auto Set, Add All, and Del All functions (see page 34). How to filter the program guide (see page 35). How to change guide times (see page 36). Channel Lists are provided to help you organize the hundreds of available channels into groupings suitable for your household.
help you decide whether to include or exclude a certain channel, the title of the program currently airing on that channel appears at the top of the screen. 7. Scroll up or down to view channels and descriptions. Press SELECT to add channels to your list. 8. When you have added all of the channels you want to your list, use the joystick to highlight and SELECT the Watch TV tab to resume viewing. S Once you have created your lists, use the remote control FAV button to cycle through them quickly and easily.
Filtering the program guide Press the remote control GUIDE button while in a guide. A pop-up menu provides filtering tools and ways to access other guide styles. By combining each of these filter options, you can quickly narrow down channels to those that match your viewing interests. Using Theme Filters From the MAIN MENU, SELECT the GUIDE OPTIONS tab. The CATEGORY FILTER menu appears, listing all available program category groups.
Selecting guide times Highlight the Times menu tab. The GUIDE TIMES menu shown below provides easy access to future programming information. Simply select the time you want the guide to begin. After a few seconds, the selected guide appears.
6 Using access controls This chapter explains: • How to lock and unlock the system (this page). • How to set a maximum ratings limit (see page 38). • Setting maximum spending and time limits (see page 39). Locks & Limits provides settings to help you control the viewing restrictions of DIRECTV® programming. When accompanied by the channel lists, these limits provide a great degree of control. The DIRECTV® Receiver must be locked for the TV Timer, Rating and Spending limits to be enforced.
. PARENTAL LOCK Lock Fav Setup Ratings Limits Watch TV Main Menu Wed, Jul 18 9:15 AM Enforce rating, spending, and viewing limits, and restrict access to Family list channels. Enter the 4 digit passcode to lock(unlock) your receiver. Lock LOCK SYSTEM Passcode Lock OK * * * * Cancel CONFIRM PASSCODE Passcode OK Lock * * * * Cancel Unlocking the system To remove the lock and its restrictions: 1. Highlight the Locks & Limits tab from the MAIN MENU. 2. SELECT the Unlock menu button. 3.
RATINGS LIMITS Lock Fav Setup Ratings Limits Watch TV Main Menu Thu, Feb 7 Children Violence General Audience Block All Dialogue TV-PG Sex TV-14 Violence TV-MA Allow All Language 4:40PM Allow All Allow TV-14 Allow TV-14 Allow TV-14 Block All Allow TV-14 Movies Allow R Not Rated Allow All Highlight and SELECT the highest rating for violent program content you wish to allow.You may choose to Block All or Allow All instead of setting a specific limit.
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Questions & Answers A Questions? Did we forget to tell you something? We have compiled some the most common questions and their answers here. We hope they help! Q I had a signal but now I am getting a message “Searching for satellite signal. To access related utilities, press SELECT.” What happened? A Rain clouds and snow can affect the satellite signal reception. This loss of signal is temporary. Also check for new growth on trees and bushes that could be blocking the signal.
Q Can I receive my local TV programs through my digital satellite receiver? A There are three ways to receive local programming: •If you are in an area where local programming is available via satellite and have the proper satellite dish antenna, contact DIRECTV to arrange for the necessary subscription package. •Install a traditional antenna (i.e., roof mounted, attic mounted, rabbit ears). •Arrange for basic or “lifeline” cable TV service from your local cable company.
Manufacturers device control codes B Use these codes to program your control operate your system components.
Table 4: Television brands and remote control codes BRAND CODE NUMBER BRAND CODE NUMBER BRAND CODE NUMBER Admiral 072 081 160 161 JBL 164 RCA 160 161 156 165 065 070 004 023 024 056 074 152 167 145 A Mark 112 143 JCPenney 070 004 008 009 024 030 065 101 160 143 156 Realistic 007 019 043 047 Akai 070 146 Jensen 013 Runco 072 130 Amstrad 052 JVC 001 034 038 083 199 Sampo 004 070 058 207 Anam 043 054 056 080 112 KEC 043 Samsung 101 004 050 089 105 160 127 143 133 AOC 007 02
Table 5: AUX audio brands and remote control codes AUX CODE NUMBER AUX CODE NUMBER AUX CODE NUMBER Adcom 146 149 227 244 Jerrold 141 Pioneer 093 132 138 210 165 189 195 201 081 230 AMC 083 084 JVC 112 198 252 Quasar 131 187 Arcam 100 Kenwood 096 104 119 125 148 151 163 171 173 242 RCA 109 213 166 Audio File 093 098 Krell 223 Realistic 103 122 123 124 172 174 177 179 180 194 Audio Techinica 221 Lexicon 215 250 Rotel 204 218 239 Aiwa 111 114 117 156 170 199 203 219 231 241
Table 7: DVD player brands and remote control codes BRAND Alpine CODE NUMBERS BRAND Magnavox 009 CODE NUMBERS BRAND Proscan 038 042 008 CODE NUMBERS 035 036 Apex Digital 076 Marantz 006 007 RCA 035 036 Denon 030 226 Mitsubishi 032 Samsung 029 040 GE 004 035 036 NAD 077 Sharp Goldstar, LG 028 041 Onkyo 207 Sony 037 Harmon Kardon 217 Panasonic 003 039 Toshiba 038 001 Hitachi 011 Philips 038 042 006 007 Yamaha 039 079 JVCt 031 Pioneer 034 005 010 Zenith 028 041
Index A D A/V receiver, connecting 10 Access card, new 24 Advance select 20 Aligning the antenna 4 Alternate audio 22 Antenna alignment values 4 cable, connecting 2 pointing 4 RF remote control 7 terrestrial 7 Audio balance 22 balance control 22 AUX audio brands and control codes 45 Azimuth angle, determining 4 Default audio 22 Delete event, preselected 20 Device control codes 43 Device programming 15 DIRECTOR buttons 13 Dish antenna pointing 4 Dolby digital connection 10 logo icon 22 Pro Logic 10 DVD pl
Phone jack connection 3 Picture-In-Guide options 27 turning off 28 PicturePerfect, adjusting 23 Preferences, system 24 Program guide features 29 styles 27 Programming devices 15 Purchase Pay Per View event 18 Purchases not listed 18 R Rear panel connections 2 phone jack connector 3 Receiver ID, changing 25 Recording unattended 20 VCR setup 20 Remote control batteries 14 manufacturers device codes 43 models 11 programming 14, 15 quick reference 11, 12 sensor, VCR 8 TV codes 44 Replacing batteries 14 48 In
Limited Warranty Hughes Network Systems (HNS) provides the following limited equipment warranty on this equipment. This limited warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, whether express, implied, or statutory, including, without limitation, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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