User manual DIRECTV D10

Safety & Care WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus Safety & Care Your DIRECTV Receiver has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards. You should, however, be aware of the following important precautions for safe and optimal use of the equipment. Meaning of symbols printed on the rear panel of the product: · The " bolt of lightning" indicates un-insulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering. The "exclamation point" calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent operating and maintenance problems. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ! CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. · TIP We highly recommend plugging the DIRECTV Receiver into a surge protector to prevent damage from fluctuations in your power supply. Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) ii Safety & Care 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. · CAUTION: Avoid moisture to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock. The DIRECTV Receiver should not be used near water (for example, kitchen sink, bathtub, pool, damp basement). Also, never spill liquid on the receiver, and do not place vases or other vessels containing liquid on top of it. · Ensure proper ventilation -- the vent slots on the DIRECTV Receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit. Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver and other components. · Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DIRECTV Receiver. Also, do not stack the receiver on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier. · Protect your components from power surges by connecting all the components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. Use of a surge protector is also recommended. · Don't overload power outlets or extension cords, which can result in the risk of fi re or shock. It's also important to use only the type of power source indicated on the marking label or in this manual. · To prevent electrical shock, this apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing and fully inserted. · Avoid audio hum or interference by inserting all cable plugs firmly into their jacks. Also, place Audio/Video (A/V) cables to the sides of the TV back panel rather than down the Note to Satellite Dish Installer This reminder is provided to call your attention to articles 810 and 820 of the 2002 National Electrical Code. Refer to article 810, in particular 810-1 and 810-15, for required grounding of the metal structure of the dish antenna. Refer also to the 810-2 which, by reference to article 820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. iii Safety & Care IMPORTANT: Be sure not to place your DIRECTV Receiver near anything WET or HOT! · · · · · · Power Guide Menu SELECT Active Info DIRECTV Receiver D10 · · · middle once connected. Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from A/V cables as much as possible. Never insert objects of any kind into any openings in the DIRECTV Receiver (other than the DIRECTV® Access Card as detailed in this chapter). Place it on a flat, hard surface -- do not operate the DIRECTV Receiver on a carpet or other padded surface. Always unplug your DIRECTV Receiver before moving it. Always unplug the DIRECTV Receiver, TV and other equipment before you connect or disconnect any cables. Leave the main power connector accessible the mains connector at the back of the unit in case of emergency shutdown CAUTION: Electric Shock -- never attempt to disassemble the DIRECTV Receiver yourself; always take it to a qualified service person when repair is required. Opening or removing covers may expose dangerous voltage or other risks, and incorrect reassembly can cause shock when receiver is subsequently used. Attempted self-repair may also void your warranty. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance (by the warranty or by the manufacturer) could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Do not drop your DIRECTV Receiver and always move it with care. Have your DIRECTV Receiver professionally serviced (do not attempt to service it yourself ) Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. For your information: The identification sticker can be located underneath or on the back of your receiver. The telecommunication network voltage used is the category number 3. Important This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. The anticopy process is licensed for non-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Unauthorized changes or modifi cations to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it. iv Safety & Care Using the Remote MODE SWITCH Changes remote to control other equipment, i.e., a VCR Great TV viewing is in your hands! A good way to begin learning about your DIRECTV System is to familiarize yourself with the remote control. You'll find further details throughout the User Guide relating to specific functions. ® TV INPUT Selects which piece of equipment displays the video picture on your TV -- TV (Satellite), VCR, DVD or AUX TV INPUT AV1 AV2 TV TV POWER POWER Turns other equipment on and off, as selected with MODE SWITCH PWR ON TV POWER/ON/OFF Turns your TV and DIRECTV Receiver on and off when mode switch is set to DIRECTV STOP Keys in this shaded area can be programmed to function with your VCR, DVD player or stand-alone DVR unit. REPLAY OFF ADVANCE PLAY REWIND PAUSE ACTIVE GU R Navigating 101 You'll find you can get around nearly all on-screen menus the same simple way. 4Highlight... a menu or button by using the ARROW keys (up, down, left and right). 4Choose it... by pressing SELECT while the item is highlighted. Note: Don't worry about getting stuck in any menu or on any item. You can always press EXIT or BACK. FFWD RECORD LIST Displays your To Do List of programs EX IT Access to special features services, DIRECTV news and info. E ACTIV LIST ID E GUIDE Displays the on-screen programming guide SELECT EXIT Exits any menu and returns to last channel viewed SELECT Chooses or activates any highlighted item ARROWS Move highlight to items in whatever direction needed BA CK MENU INF O MENU Brings up a helpful menu of settings and services INFO Displays information on a chosen program or item BACK Takes you to the screen you visited previously BLUE Will provide future functionality RED Function changes with context -- for example, on the left-most tab, press to jump to the right-most tab Function changes with context -- for example, on the right-most tab, press to jump to the left-most tab VOL CHAN PAGE YELLOW Cycles through alternate audio tracks, when available GREEN Quick Tip To Place batteries in your remote control: 1. Remove cover from the battery compartment by sliding it downward 2. Insert 2 AA batteries (supplied), matching the positive (+) and negative (­) at each end 3. Slide the cover back on and you're good to go. CHAN/PAGE In live TV, changes channel up or down; in a menu, such as the Guide, moves entire page up or down VOLUME Raises or lowers volume PREV MUTE PREV MUTE Temporarily turns off sound volume Tunes to the last channel viewed 1 4 GHI 2 ABC 3 DEF 5 JKL 6 MNO NUMBER KEYS & DASH Tunes to a channel directly; also used to input numbers and letters when needed in on-screen menus 7 PQRS 8 TUV 9 WXYZ 0 DASH ENTER ENTER Activates number entries more quickly; also, sets a highlighted program for autotune Table of Contents Chapter 1 ­ Introduction Welcome ............................................................................................................. 2 About Your User Guide ..................................................................................... 3 Chapter 2 ­ Getting Connected Making the Right Connections ........................................................................ 6 Helpful Hardware References ........................................................................... 7 Getting Familiar ...............................................................................................10 Choose the Setup That Suits You ....................................................................12 Guided Setup & Activation ............................................................................. 26 Chapter 3 ­ What's On Watching TV .....................................................................................................30 The Guide .........................................................................................................33 Autotune ...........................................................................................................35 Pay Per View ......................................................................................................37 Chapter 4 ­ The Quick Menu What's on the MENU? ................................................................................... 40 Settings ..............................................................................................................41 Audio Options ................................................................................................. 44 Category Sort ....................................................................................................45 Pay Per View ......................................................................................................46 Find By ..............................................................................................................47 Date & Time......................................................................................................49 Favorites ........................................................................................................... 50 Caller ID & Messages .......................................................................................51 Parental Controls ..............................................................................................53 Chapter 5 ­ Other Information Programming Your Remote Control ...............................................................58 Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 60 Limited 90-Day Warranty ................................................................................68 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN ..................................................................72 FCC Customer Information ............................................................................74 Registration Information .................................................................................78 Index .................................................................................................................79 v Chapter 1 2 Welcome 3 About Your User Guide Introduction Welcome Congratulations on choosing the best entertainment experience around! With its astounding variety of channels and choices, crisp digital-quality picture and sound and one-of-a-kind sports and events... DIRECTV® service offers everything you want in your television experience. You can expect more than ever before, with access to over 225 channels, including over 30 premium movie channels, with something sure to please everyone in the family. DIRECTV® Pay Per View offers a handy choice in recent hit movies, plus exciting live sports, concerts and specials. There's exclusive sports subscriptions for every taste and team. Even access to 36 commercial-free music channels! To deliver this unique programming and enhance your entertainment experience, the DIRECTV® System has been designed to be simple and user-friendly. You'll find that most features are self-explanatory, with on-screen directions to lead you through them. So, welcome to the family. You're sure to discover that using and watching TV is easier and more enjoyable than ever. 2 Introduction About Your User Guide About Your User Guide Before you can start enjoying your new DIRECTV System and service, you'll need to know more about getting everything up and running, as well as learn all about how to use our great features. Int rod uct ion look here for chapter title look here for section title de r Use r Gui Abo ut You About Welcom This User Guide will walk you through how to connect your equipment and other Audio/Video (A/V) components, show how to customize your setup, and explain how to activate your programming. You'll find full details on all of our easy-to-follow system features. Plus, there's important safety, troubleshooting and warranty information. 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Your dish needs to be mounted in a position where it has access to the satellite signals, and RG-6 coaxial cables must be run into the room(s) where your receiver(s) will be located. If you choose to install the dish yourself, see the separate instruction manual that came with your satellite dish antenna. Package Contents The following items are included with your DIRECTV Receiver: 4 A/V cables (RCA type) 4 S-Video cable 4 Phone cord 4 Power cord 4 Access card 4 User Guide 4 Remote Control & batteries 6 Making the Right Connections Helpful Hardware Reference Helpful Hardware References General Satellite Dish Antenna This is your "dish" and related hardware, affi xed to your roof or other surface, which picks up the broadcast signals from our satellites. DIRECTV Receiver (or Satellite Receiver) Your DIRECTV Receiver picks up the signal from your satellite dish antenna and translates it into viewable TV programming. DIRECTV System Refers to the combination of the above components (plus the remote control). DIRECTV Powe r Guide Me n u SELECT Acti ve Info DIRECTV Recei er D10 v Access Card Contains information about your DIRECTV® service. It must be properly inserted for your receiver to work and to activate your programming. Multi-switch A multi-switch takes the signal from a satellite dish and allows multiple DIRECTV Receivers to utilize it so that you can watch different programming on multiple TVs. If your antenna doesn't accommodate the number of DIRECTV Receivers you're installing, you may need this optional device. Note: Cable TV splitter will not work in this same way. Chapter 2 7 Getting Connected Cables & Connections S-Video Jack and Cable S-Video jacks and cables provide the best picture quality. You will still need to connect the left and right audio cables to the TV because the S-Video cable only carries the picture signal, not sound. Audio/Video (A/V) Jack and Cable Audio/Video (A/V) cables provide excellent picture quality and stereo sound, and should be used if your TV does not have S-video jacks. The DIRECTV Receiver's A/V jacks are color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio and white for left audio). If your TV has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white) audio jack on the DIRECTV Receiver. RF Jack and Coaxial Cable (F-type) RF jacks and coaxial cables provide good picture and mono sound quality. They should be used if A/V connections are not available on your TV. RF jacks are used to connect to your TV and satellite dish, off-air antenna and cable feed connections. The RF jacks on the receiver are labeled SATELLITE IN, OFF AIR IN and OUT TO TV. Note: Be sure to use RG-6 coaxial cable when connecting from the satellite dish to the DIRECTV Receiver. R L V Note that not all cables come with your digital satellite receiver; you may need to purchase additional cables depending on your setup. 8 Helpful Hardware Reference Helpful Hardware Reference Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line cord is required to connect your DIRECTV Receiver to a land-based telephone line if you choose to subscribe to DIRECTV programming. The phone line connection is used to periodically call DIRECTV. You will need an RJ11-type modulator jack (the most common type of phone jack). This equipment uses the following USOC jack: RJ11c. Note: Do not connect your receiver to a digital PBX phone system -- doing so may permanently damage your equipment and void your warranty. Line Splitter The line splitter lets you plug both a telephone and your DIRECTV Receiver into the same wall jack if necessary. (Not included with your DIRECTV Receiver.) Optional Audio/Video and Electronics Switch Box A small box that lets you connect multiple devices to your TV, allowing you to switch easily between your DIRECTV programming, VCR, DVD player, game system, etc. A/V Receiver More sophisticated than a switch box, it provides all the same advantages, and may offer additional features such as the ability to hook up to multiple speakers. Surge Protector Devices that protect electronic equipment from power fluctuations. Highly recommended to prevent damage to your DIRECTV System. Chapter 2 9 Getting Connected Getting Familiar DIRECTV Receiver Front Panel Powe r Guide Me nu SELECT DIRECTV Receiver D10 Active Info 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 1) POWER ­ Turns your DIRECTV Receiver on or off. Most people leave the power to the DIRECTV Receiver on at all times, then just use the remote to turn on their TV set to activate programming. Your DIRECTV Receiver still receives messages and other necessary information when power is turned off or in standby. 2) REMOTE SENSOR ­ The infrared sensor picks up commands from the remote control. 3) GUIDE ­ Displays the guide sort screen, so you can sort the Guide to display only channels of a particular kind. 4) MENU ­ Brings up the helpful Quick Menu of settings and services 5) ARROWS ­ Move the on-screen highlight up, down, left or right 6) SELECT ­ Chooses the item highlighted 7) ACTIVE ­ Access to special features and content 8) INFO ­ Displays channel banner or other relevant information to a highlighted item 9) DOOR PANEL ­ The access card slot and reset button are located behind the door panel. Insert your DIRECTV Access Card Locate the access card that came packed with your DIRECTV Receiver materials and insert the card, facing upward, fully into the slot. Active SELEC T Info 10 Getting Familiar Getting Familiar Receiver Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 1) SATELLITE IN ­ Use to connect the DIRECTV Receiver to the satellite dish antenna. 2) LOW SPEED DATA ­ You can connect your receiver to future services and accessories as they become available. Additional hardware may be required. 3) OUT TO TV ­ Connects the DIRECTV Receiver to your TV or VCR using RF coaxial cable. This jack provides the most basic connection, carrying good sound and video quality. 4) OFF AIR IN ­ Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to the DIRECTV Receiver using this jack. You can then switch between the DIRECTV Receiver's signal and the TV/cable feed. 5) 3/4 CHANNEL SWITCH ­ Allows users to choose the channel that is not used in your area (3 or 4) when the receiver is connected to TV using RF coaxial cable from the DIRECTV Receiver's OUT TO TV. 6) S-VIDEO ­ Provides the best picture quality, better than VIDEO RCA-type or RF coaxial cable jacks. If your TV has an S-Video jack, use it along with the audio jacks (S-Video only carries picture information, not sound) to connect to your TV. 7) VIDEO ­ Provides better picture quality than the OUT TO TV jack. Connect the second RCA-type composite VIDEO jack to another device, such as a VCR. You must also connect the AUDIO cables when using the VIDEO connection. 8) AUDIO (R and L) ­ Audio cables offer better sound quality than RF coaxial cables. Connect a second set of audio cables to another component, such as a VCR or stereo. 9) PHONE ­ Connects the DIRECTV Receiver to a telephone line. The DIRECTV Receiver requires a land-based telephone line connection to communicate periodically with your program provider. 10) AC POWER INLET ­ Use to connect the power cord for your DIRECTV Receiver. Chapter 2 11 Getting Connected TIP When working with cables, be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (Video OUT to Video IN, Right Audio OUT to Right Audio IN, etc.). Never connect an IN to an IN or an OUT to an OUT. Choose the Setup That Suits You There are several ways to connect your receiver to match your particular equipment setup and to gain optimum signal quality. The following pages illustrate some of the most common setups. Keep in mind that the back panels of your TV and other equipment may not exactly match those illustrated. Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to a TV with an Antenna In Input 1) Connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from your satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the DIRECTV Receiver. 2) Using the RF coaxial cable, connect one end to the OUT TO TV jack on the DIRECTV Receiver and the other end to the ANTENNA IN jack on the TV. 3) If you have a local channel 3 in your area, then move the 3/4 switch on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to channel 4. If you have a local channel 4 in your area, then move the 3/4 switch on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to channel 3. 4) Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall (or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack) and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. 5) Plug all power cords into electrical sockets. To watch DIRECTV programming, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (depending on the position of the 3/4 switch in step 3 above). Now you can turn to page 26 to learn about Guided Setup and Activation. OUT All A/V jacks and inputs are IN color coded. Always match the color of the plug to the same color of the jack. 12 Choose the Setup That Suits You Choose the Setup That Suits You Television 2 DIRECTV® Receiver 3 5 4 1 GOOD QUALITY CONNECTION The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated. Chapter 2 13 Getting Connected TIP To switch between watching your VCR and watching video from your receiver, you will need to use the INPUT, SOURCE, or TV/VIDEO button on your TV or TV's remote control to change the video source. Some TVs also have a MENU button that allows you to change the video source using an on-screen menu. If you have trouble changing the video source refer to the instructions that came with your TV. Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to a TV with A/V Inputs 1) Connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from your satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the DIRECTV Receiver. 2) Using the A/V cable, connect the white, red and yellow plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO L (white) and R (red) and VIDEO (yellow) output jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding A/V input jacks on your TV. 3) Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall (or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack) and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. 4) Plug all power cords into electrical sockets. Now you can turn to page 26 to learn about Guided Setup and Activation. Note If your TV only has one audio input jack use AUDIO L (white) jack on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to make the connection. 14 Choose the Setup That Suits You Choose the Setup That Suits You Television 2 DIRECTV® Receiver 4 3 1 VERY GOOD QUALITY CONNECTION The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated. Chapter 2 15 Getting Connected TIP To switch between watching your VCR and watching video from your receiver, you will need to use the INPUT, SOURCE, or TV/VIDEO button on your TV or TV's remote control to change the video source. Some TVs also have a MENU button that allows you to change the video source using an on-screen menu. If you have trouble changing the video source refer to the instructions that came with your TV. Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to a TV with A/V and S-Video Inputs 1) Connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from your satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the DIRECTV Receiver. 2) Using the S-Video cable, connect one end to the S-VIDEO output jack on the DIRECTV Receiver and the other end to the S-VIDEO input jack on the TV. 3) Using the A/V cable, connect the white and red plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO L (white) and R (red) jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the plugs from other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding input jacks on your TV. Do not plug the video (yellow) into either the DIRECTV Receiver or the TV. 4) Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall (or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack) and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. 5) Plug all power cords into electrical sockets. Now you can turn to page 26 to learn about Guided Setup and Activation. Note If your TV only has one audio input jack use the AUDIO L (white) jack on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to make the connection. 16 Choose the Setup That Suits You Choose the Setup That Suits You Television 3 2 DIRECTV® Receiver 5 4 1 BEST QUALITY CONNECTION The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated. Chapter 2 17 Getting Connected TIP To switch between watching your VCR and watching video from your receiver, you will need to use the INPUT, SOURCE, or TV/VIDEO button on your TV or TV's remote control to change the video source. Some TVs also have a MENU button that allows you to change the video source using an on-screen menu. If you have trouble changing the video source refer to the instructions that came with your TV. Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver and a VCR to a TV with an Antenna In Input 1) Connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from your satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the DIRECTV Receiver. 2) Using the RF coaxial cable, connect one end to the OUT TO TV jack on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver and connect the other end to the VCR's ANTENNA IN input. 3) If you have a local channel 3 in you area, then move the 3/4 switch on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to channel 4. If you have a local channel 4 in you area, then move the 3/4 switch on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to channel 3. 4) Run an RF cable from your VCR's OUT TO TV jack to your TV's ANTENNA IN input. This will allow you to watch videotapes. Be sure to set your VCR's 3/4 switch too. 5) Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall (or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack) and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. 6) Plug all power cords into electrical sockets. To watch DIRECTV programming, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 (depending on the position of the 3/4 switch in step 3 above). Now you can turn to page 26 to learn about Guided Setup and Activation. Note NOTE: This connection can also be made using A/V cables if your VCR has A/V inputs. To connect using the A/V cables, connect the audio L (white), R (red) and video (yellow) plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO 1 L and R and VIDEO 1 jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding jacks on your VCR. 18 Choose the Setup That Suits You Choose the Setup That Suits You Television 4 VCR DIRECTV® Receiver 2 3 6 5 1 GOOD QUALITY CONNECTION The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated. Chapter 2 19 Getting Connected TIP To switch between watching your VCR and watching video from your receiver, you will need to use the INPUT, SOURCE, or TV/VIDEO button on your TV or TV's remote control to change the video source. Some TVs also have a MENU button that allows you to change the video source using an on-screen menu. If you have trouble changing the video source refer to the instructions that came with your TV. Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver and a VCR to a TV with A/V Inputs 1) Connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from your satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the DIRECTV Receiver. 2) Using the A/V cable, connect the white, red and yellow plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO L (white) and R (red) and VIDEO (yellow) output jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding input jacks on your TV. 3) Using another A/V cable, connect the white, red and yellow plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO L (white) and R (red) and VIDEO (yellow) output jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding input jacks on your VCR. 4) Run another A/V cable from the VCR's A/V output to the TV's A/V inputs. This will allow you to watch videotapes. NOTE: If your TV only has one set of A/V input jacks, this connection also can be made by running a RF cable from the VCR's OUT TO TV jack to the TV's ANTENNA IN input. 5) Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall (or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack) and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. 6) Plug all power cords into electrical sockets. Now you can turn to page 26 to learn about Guided Setup and Activation. Note If your TV only has one audio input jack use the AUDIO L (white) jack on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to make the connection. 20 Choose the Setup That Suits You Choose the Setup That Suits You Television 4 VCR DIRECTV® Receiver 4 6 2 5 1 VERY GOOD QUALITY CONNECTION The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated. Chapter 2 21 Getting Connected TIP To switch between watching your VCR and watching video from your receiver, you will need to use the INPUT, SOURCE, or TV/VIDEO button on your TV or TV's remote control to change the video source. Some TVs also have a MENU button that allows you to change the video source using an on-screen menu. If you have trouble changing the video source refer to the instructions that came with your TV. Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver and a VCR to a TV with A/V and S-Video Inputs 1) Connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from the satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the DIRECTV Receiver. 2) Using the S-Video cable, connect one end to the S-VIDEO output jack on the DIRECTV Receiver and the other end to the S-VIDEO input jack on the TV. 3) Using the A/V cable, connect the white and red plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO output L (white) and R (red) jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the other ends of the A/V cable to the corresponding INPUT jacks on your TV. Do not plug the video (yellow) into either the DIRECTV Receiver or the TV. 4) Using another A/V cable, connect the white, red and yellow plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO output L (white) and R (red) and VIDEO (yellow) jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding A/V input jacks on your VCR. 5) The diagram on the following page shows an A/V cable running from the VCR's A/V output to the TV's A/V inputs. This will allow you to watch videotapes. NOTE: If your VCR does not have A/V jacks or your TV only has one set of A/V INPUT jacks, this connection can also be made with a RF coaxial cable connected from the VCR's OUT TO TV jack to the TV's ANTENNA IN input. 6) Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall (or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack) and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. 7) Plug all power cords into electrical sockets. Now you can turn to page 26 to learn about Guided Setup and Activation. 22 Choose the Setup That Suits You Choose the Setup That Suits You Television 5 3 VCR DIRECTV® Receiver 2 5 7 6 1 BEST QUALITY CONNECTION The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated. Chapter 2 23 Getting Connected Adding an Off-Air Antenna or Cable to Any Connection Setup Option 1 Connect your off-air antenna or cable to the OFF-AIR IN jack on the back of your DIRECTV Receiver. Then connect the OUT TO TV on the DIRECTV Receiver to the ANTENNA IN on your TV (you may have done this already). Select appropriate 3/4 switch. To watch antenna/cable channels turn your DIRECTV Receiver off by pressing the POWER button with the MODE SWITCH in the DIRECTV position. Tune your TV to the off-air antenna or cable channel you want to watch. If you've set up your DIRECTV remote to work with your TV, slide the mode switch to the TV positiion, then you can use this remote to control your TV. Note: This will only work if you are using OUT TO TV RF coaxial connection or from the DIRECTV Receiver. Option 2 If your TV has both RF coaxial and A/V inputs, and the RF jack is still open after all of your other connections have been made, then you can connect your antenna or cable directly to your TV's ANTENNA IN jack. To switch between watching DIRECTV channels and antenna/cable channels, or tapes on your VCR, use the INPUT, SOURCE or TV/VIDEO key on your TV's remote to change the video source. Some TVs have a MENU button and an on-screen menu that lets you change the video source. (If you are having trouble changing the video source, refer to the instructions that came with your TV.) 24 Choose the Setup That Suits You Choose the Setup That Suits You Option 1 Television Off-air antenna or cable DIRECTV® Receiver Option 2 Television Off-air antenna or cable Chapter 2 25 Getting Connected TIP Want to finish setting up some of the functions later? Just press MENU on your remote, press SELECT on Settings then select Setup. Guided Setup & Activation Now that your receiver and equipment are all hooked up and plugged in, you're ready to finish all the details to begin receiving your DIRECTV service. 1) Make sure the MODE SWITCH on the remote control is set to DIRECTV. 2) Press TV POWER ON. The DIRECTV Receiver will turn on. 3) The first screen will allow you to select a language. Using the arrow keys on the remote control, move to the language you prefer. 4) Press SELECT on the remote control. 5) You will see a Welcome screen. Now, let us lead the way... and simply follow the on-screen directions to complete your setup functions. If you've installed your satellite dish and system yourself, you'll be guided though various functions for optimizing your signal and setup -- including positioning your dish and a system test. If, like most people, you had your system professionally installed, these functions already have been completed. After these setup procedures are complete, you'll see the Satellite Data Acquisition screen, as the receiver gathers information from the satellite for the on-screen program guide. Next, you'll be given the opportunity to set up your phone connection, as well as program your remote to control other equipment such as your VCR and/or DVD player. Just follow the screen suggestions and you'll be ready to watch in no time! 26 Guided Setup and Activation 25 Guided Setup and Activation Don't Wait, Activate! Once all the setup processes are complete, all that's left to do is activate your DIRECTV service. Before you make the call, be sure to: 4 Tune to Channel 100 and be sure you're picking up a satellite signal (DIRECTV channel). 4 Have on hand your service address, social security number and a valid major credit card. 4 Note your access card and receiver ID numbers (find these by pressing MENU, then go to Settings and press SELECT. Then go to Setup and press SELECT. All ready? Just call 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288) and pick the programming package that's right for you. Easy! Chapter 2 27 Chapter 3 30 Watching TV 33 The Guide 35 Autotune 38 Pay Per View What's On Watching TV Now that everything's set up, you're ready to grab your remote and get clicking! With the MODE SWITCH to the left (under the DIRECTV logo), press TV POWER ON. To access the channel of your choice, simply key in its numbers on your remote (the channel will appear in a few seconds, or press ENTER after the numbers and it will appear right away). You can also navigate to different channels through the Guide, covered in detail starting on page 33. Keep in mind, either way, you'll only be able to access those channels in your chosen DIRECTV® programming package. TIP Use your handy Channel Lineup (included in your Welcome package) to find the numbers of all the channels. Use the black keys on the left side of your remote control to adjust volume up or down (VOL) or mute the sound ( MUTE). The black keys on the right side can take you to the next channel numerically up or down (CHAN), or jump to the previous channel you watched (PREV). 30 Watching TV The Channel Banner The Channel Banner Any time you tune to a channel, you'll see the channel banner appear across the top of the screen. This banner holds all sorts of useful information and options: 1) Current date & time Displays the day, date and current time. 2) DIRECTV Channel Number and call letter of the station you're currently viewing. 3) Program The title, start and stop times and rating of the current program. 4) Current Favorites Identifies Favorite Channels List currently in use. (See Favorites on page 50 for complete details.) 5) Audio options Displays brightly if alternate audio options are available. (See Icons on the inside back page and Audio Options on page 44 for more details.) 6) Messages Displays brightly if there are new messages in Caller ID & Messages. (See Icons on the inside back page and Caller ID & Messages on page 51 for details.) 7) Parental Controls Identifies if any "locks or limits" are placed on the current channel, show or time. (See complete details on Parental Controls on page 53.) 1 23 4 5 67 The channel banner gives you information on the channel and show you are currently watching. Chapter 3 31 What's On To remove the channel banner from the screen, you can always press EXIT. The banner will disappear on its own -- or time out -- after a few seconds. You can also change display duration of the channel banner. See Display on page 42 for more info. You can also view the channel banner for a program you're watching or that you've highlighted by pressing INFO. For more detailed information, SELECT More Info button to check out additional showings, purchase pay per view or set up an Autotune (Autotune described on page 35.) To see program details, at any time press INFO on your remote (press a second time to clear). Select More Info button to see additional program information. Music Channels You'll find, as part of your great DIRECTV programming, dozens of enjoyable, continuous, commercial-free music channels with something for every taste. Tune to these just as you would to any channel. You'll see a special Channel Banner on these that initially displays its channel description (i.e., "Alternative," "Today's Country"). As information is received, current song information will appear in the banner, including song title, artist and record company. Click on More Info for additional details. 32 Channel Banner The Guide The Guide Overview of the DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide® The Guide is your helpful tool that displays listings of current and upcoming programs. Find out what's on (now or later), change the channel, find and purchase a pay per view movie or event, even do a special search for a program you're interested in. You'll find program information for the current time slot and forward for a total of 90 minutes displayed ­ and information for up to the next 31/2 days. The Guide displays most of the channel banner items, plus: 1) Picture In Graphic (PIG) 2) Time slots (with half-hour headings) 3) Channel number and call letters 4) Program listings TIP Also, some icons you may see next to program listings include: 4 4 4 ­ Alternate audio track available ­ Broadcast in letterbox format ­ All Day Ticket showings When you display the Guide ­ or when performing other tasks ­ you'll see a small video picture, the Picture In Graphic (PIG), of the last channel you were watching in the upper right-hand 4 1 2 3 Getting Around in the Guide 1) Press the GUIDE key on your remote. 2) You can choose how you want to sort the Guide. Select All Channels, or only those in a specific category by using the up and down arrow keys on the remote to highlight your choice. corner of the screen. So, no matter what you're doing, you don't miss a thing! Chapter 3 33 What's On E ACTIV LIST 3) Press SELECT to view current listings. IT EX GU ID E 4) Navigating through the Guide is simple: SELECT 4 The UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys move you through the listings and time slots. Highlighting a program will show you its description. BA CK MENU INF O 4 Use the CHAN key up or down to move through channels, a full page up or down. 4 Press the RED or GREEN keys to move horizontally through the time slots a full screen forward or back. VOL CHAN PAGE 5) To tune to a program that is on now, highlight the program and press SELECT. Selecting a future program displays program information. Like more information on a program? You can always press INFO when you've highlighted a show in the Guide to view a more in-depth description ­ pressing SELECT on a future program will get you there, too. This screen also gives you the choice to see what other showings of the program there may be, even set your receiver to automatically tune in (see Autotune on page 35). Highlight an item by using the arrow keys to scroll LEFT, RIGHT, UP or DOWN. Press SELECT to access the information or channel. TIP Info Screen 34 The Guide Autotune Autotune A great way to catch all your favorites Is there a favorite show you keep missing, or a movie you've been meaning to watch? Like to make sure you don't miss the big game? You'll want to try the Autotune feature ­ and let your TV tune itself in to the programs you choose. Set your DIRECTV Receiver to autotune to any show on a channel you receive within the Guide grid's timeframe, and it will automatically turn on and tune in when the time comes. Here's how it works. 1) While in the Guide, highlight a program that interests you. 2) Find what you want, then press INFO. The full description of that show will be displayed, plus you'll see the Autotune option on the left side of the screen. 3) Highlight and select Autotune. 4) Select the Set Autotune button, then OK on the confirmation screen. TIP Like to record a program you've autotuned? Make sure you've connected your VCR properly to your DIRECTV® Receiver, then set up your VCR to record at the same time and you're set! Chapter 3