User manual DIRECTV HIRD-E86

Model: HIRD-E86 High Definition Receiver Platinum HD Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Trademarks and Copyrights--This manual is copyright © 1995-2000 by Hughes Network Systems. Software contained in the HD receiver and referenced in this manual is copyright © 1995-2000 by Hughes Network Systems. Some features are patent pending. WatchWord, PreSelect, TurboTune, AlphaTune, and OneLine Guide are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems. DIRECTV, DIRECTV HOME SERVICES, ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE and DIRECT TICKET are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc. a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp., and are used with permission. "NFL," the NFL Shield and "NFL SUNDAY TICKET" are registered trademarks of The National Football League and its affiliates. "NHL," the NHL Shield and "NHL CENTER ICE" are registered trademarks of the National Hockey League. "MLB," "MLB EXTRA INNINGS," "Major League Baseball," and the Major League Baseball silhouetted batter logo are service marks of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. Major League Baseball trademarks and copyright are used with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. All other trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners. This product is the subject of one or more U.S. or foreign patents pending. Disclaimer--Every effort has been made to ensure the correctness and completeness of the material in this document. No company shall be liable for errors contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. No warranty of any kind is made with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. StarSight® Information--StarSight is a registered trademark of StarSight Telecast, Inc. StarSight features are licensed under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4,706,121; 5,151,789; 5,335,277; 5,353,121; 5,479,266; 5,479,268; and 5,532,754. Use rights reserved. Macrovision® Information--Macrovision is a registered trademark of Macrovision Corporation. 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 noncommercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. Dolby Information--Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential unpublished works. © 1992­2000 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. Note on Recording Programming--Most television programs and films are copyrighted. This means that someone has legal rights governing the reproduction and distribution of this material. In ® certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home taping of copyrighted materials. In most cases, it is permissible to record for personal use, as long as you do not sell the material. You must act responsibly in this area--check into the matter if you are unsure. Some Pay Per View programs may be licensed from producers as "view only" programs. These are copyrighted programs and may not be copied or reproduced for any purpose without the express written permission of the copyright owner. DIRECTV® Programming--Programming subject to change. You must be physically located in the U.S. to receive DIRECTV service. DIRECTV services not available outside the U.S. DIRECTV programming is sold separately and independently of DIRECTV System hardware. Due to copyright restrictions, you may not be able to view some high definition programs in high definition format using this product. A valid programming subscription is required to operate DIRECTV System hardware. Activate your DIRECTV programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). Satellite System Hardware and Installation--To arrange for professional installation of your satellite system, ask questions, or to resolve problems, please contact your dealer. If additional information is needed, please contact Hughes Customer Care Center toll free at 1-800-274-8995. Hughes Customer Care Center 1-800-274-8995 or e-mail us at hughestv@hns.com Subscriptions and Pay Per View 1-800-DIRECTV PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FOR WARRANTY System Model #:________________________ Receiver Model #: HIRD-E86 Receiver Serial #:________________________ Access Card #:________ ________ ________ LNB Serial #:___________________________ LNB Serial #:___________________________ Page ii 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. THESE CAUTIONS AND SYMBOLS APPEAR ON THE BACK OF THE HD RECEIVER WARNING or CAUTION Double insulated systems are protected by additional board clearances and creepage, so that the unit will not be a safety hazard to the end-user. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN THESE ARE DEFINITIONS FOR ALERTS USED IN THIS MANUAL WARNING or CAUTION Where you see this alert symbol and the WARNING or CAUTION heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid personal injury. DANGER Electric shock hazard: Where you see this symbol and the DANGER heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid electric shock injury. THESE ALERTS APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. CAUTION Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the HD receiver. The slots on top of the 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. Also do not stack the HD receiver on top of a "hot" component such as an audio power amplifier. Page iii Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 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. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 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 is 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. 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. 9) Page iv INSTALLATION Polarization--This HD receiver is equipped with a plug that will fit into the power outlet only one way. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype 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. 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 HD receiver only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. Power-Cord Protection--Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Overloading--Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Ventilation--Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. Do not block any ventilation openings, install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. For electrical safety, power line operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark and should not be modified so as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electrical shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel. Heat--Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Accessories--To avoid personal injury or damage to the HD receiver, do not place the HD receiver on any unstable cart, stand, table, or bracket. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions. Attachments--Do not use attachments unless recommended by Hughes Network Systems as they may cause hazards. Satellite Dish Antenna Grounding--The outdoor satellite dish antenna used to receive satellite signals and the cable used to connect the satellite dish antenna to the indoor receiving unit are required to comply with local installation codes and the appropriate sections of the National Electric Code (NEC) and in particular Article 810­15, which covers proper installation and grounding of television receiving equipment, as well as to Article 820­33, which specifies that the satellite dish antenna cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. These codes require proper grounding of the metal structure of the outdoor satellite dish antenna and grounding of the connecting cable at a point where it enters the house (or other building). If you are having a professional installer make the installation, the installer must observe installation codes. This manual contains instructions on how to make the installation in compliance with the NEC. If additional local installation codes apply, contact local inspection authorities. Ground clamp Electric service equipment Ground clamps Coaxial cable Grounding block Coaxial cable Grounding conductor Power service grounding electrode EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN "RADIO AND TELEVISION EQUIPMENT" Note: The HD receiver shall be grounded through the satellite/local antenna cable before plugging into the telephone jack, and it must remain grounded thereafter. Water and Moisture--Warning! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. Lightning--For added protection for this product, unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Unplug it from the wall outlet, disconnect the antenna and cable system, and disconnect it from the telephone line. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges. Television Antenna Information--Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer. Do not locate the outside antenna system in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, take extreme care to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. If an outside antenna is connected to the HD receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the NEC, Page v Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver NFPA No. 70 1987, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of the grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. Note to CATV System Installer--This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and particularly specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. Power Lines--Extreme care must be taken when installing and adjusting or maintaining the outdoor antenna and connecting cable, especially in the vicinity of overhead power lines, electric lights, or power circuits. When installing the outdoor antenna or cable, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. Cleaning--Unplug this HD receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Clean only with dry cloth. Object and Liquid Entry--Never push objects of any kind into this HD receiver through openings as they may touch dangerous voltages or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the HD receiver. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. SERVICE Servicing--Do not attempt to service this HD 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 HD receiver from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions: G G often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the HD receiver to its normal operation. G If the HD receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. When the HD receiver exhibits a distinct change in performance. G When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. If liquid has been spilled on, or objects have fallen into, the HD receiver or it has been exposed to water. If the HD receiver does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Other adjustments may result in damage and will G Replacement Parts--When replacement parts are required, have the technician verify that the replacements being used have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacement parts specified by the manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or other hazards. Safety Check--Upon completion of any service or repairs to this HD receiver, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the HD receiver is in safe operating condition. Page vi Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regulatory Information Federal Communications Commission (FCC)-- This equipment 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by removing and applying power to the equipment, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: G The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. An excessive number of REN's on the line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the number of REN's should not exceed five (5). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, contact the Telephone Company to determine the maximum number of REN's permitted for the calling area. 2) If the terminal equipment Platinum (Model Number: HIRD-E8) causes harm to the telephone network, the Telephone Company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But, if advance notice is not practical, the Telephone Company will notify you as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC, if you believe it is necessary. The Telephone Company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens, the Telephone Company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain interrupted service. If trouble is experienced with the equipment Platinum HD Receiver (Model Number: HIRD-E8), please contact the following for repair and/or warranty information: Hughes Customer Care Center Germantown, MD 20876 Telephone Number: 1-800-274-8995 http://www.hns-usa.com email: hughestv@hns.com G Reorient or relocate the receiving satellite dish antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the HD receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the HD receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 3) G G 4) G The user may find the following booklet, prepared by the Federal Communications Commission, helpful: "How to Identify and Resolve Radio and TV Interference Problems." This booklet is available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC. To meet FCC requirements, only peripherals (computer input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this device. Operation with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception. To meet FCC requirements, shielded cables are required to connect the device to a personal computer, peripheral, or other Class B certified device. Part 68 compliance-- 1) This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the modem card is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC Registration Number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the Telephone Company. Hughes Network Systems must make any necessary repairs to the modem portion of this equipment in order to maintain valid FCC registration. Do not attempt to repair or service your modem. Return it to Hughes Network Systems. No repairs can be made by customers. All repairs are to be done by Hughes Network Systems Authorized Service Centers (ASC). This equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the Telephone Company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. G G Page vii Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions........................... iii Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Regulatory Information .......................... vii A First Look at the HD System ....................... 1-1 What You Should Do First........................ 1-1 How Does All This Work? ........................ 1-2 HD System Components ............................... 1-3 The DIRECTV Multi-Satellite Dish Antenna........................................ 1-3 The HD Receiver with DIRECTV Receiver Built-in .................................. 1-4 The Remote Control.................................. 1-6 Installing the Remote Control Batteries ... 1-8 Setting Up Your HD Receiver ......................... 2-1 Choosing the Best Connection for Your Entertainment System .......................... 2-2 HD Receiver and Satellite Dish Antenna with Terrestrial Antenna or Cable Service................................... 2-3 HD Receiver and HDTV Monitor ............. 2-4 HD Receiver with HDTV Monitor and VCR ...................................................... 2-5 HD Receiver and Standard Definition TV Monitor........................................... 2-8 HD Receiver with Standard Definition TV Monitor and VCR ........................... 2-9 HD Receiver and Dolby® Digital Receiver or Decoder .......................... 2-12 HD Receiver and Standard Stereo System ................................................ 2-13 Finishing Up ........................................... 2-13 Connecting the VCR Control Cable ............ 2-14 Finding the VCR's Remote Control Sensor................................................. 2-14 RF Remote Control Receiver ...................... 2-14 Connecting the RF Remote Control Receiver/Antenna............................... 2-15 Setting the Address of Your HD Receiver and Remote Control ............ 2-15 Now You Can Turn It On ............................ 2-15 POWER-ON Screen ................................ 2-16 Exit.......................................................... 2-16 Installation.............................................. 2-16 Controlling the HD Receiver........................... 3-1 Front Panel vs. Remote Control Keys ........... 3-1 Basic Navigation ........................................... 3-1 Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna and Terrestrial Inputs.................................... 4-1 Installing and Testing the Satellite Dish Antenna ................................................ 4-1 Displaying the INSTALLATION Screen ...... 4-2 Selecting the Correct Type of Satellite Dish Antenna ........................................ 4-2 Dish Type Selections ................................. 4-2 Finding the Correct Antenna-pointing Coordinates........................................... 4-3 Pointing the Dish Antenna ........................ 4-4 Testing Signal Strength ............................. 4-4 Local Providers......................................... 4-4 Local Provider Area Options.................... 4-5 System Test................................................ 4-5 Fine Tuning the Pointing of the Dish Antenna ................................................ 4-6 Selecting Transponders............................. 4-6 Adding Terrestrial Antenna or Cable to Your Satellite Connections .............. 4-7 Local In Connection Options .................... 4-7 Clear.......................................................... 4-8 Scan Channels........................................... 4-8 Testing the Strength of the Terrestrial Digital Channels .................................. 4-8 Terrestrial Antenna or Cable without a Satellite Connection........................... 4-9 Local In Connection Options .................... 4-9 Scan Channels......................................... 4-10 Selecting the Correct Satellite Dish Type for Terrestrial-only Operation ........................................... 4-10 Editing Local Channels........................... 4-10 Time Setup................................................... 4-10 Installation Is Now Complete ...................... 4-10 Watching Local Terrestrial and DIRECTV® Programming........................................... 5-1 Types of Channels ......................................... 5-1 Analog (NTSC) Channels without Dish Connection ........................................... 5-1 Analog (NTSC) Channels with Dish Connection ........................................... 5-1 Digital (ATSC) Channels without Dish Connection ........................................... 5-1 Digital (ATSC) Channels with Dish Connection ........................................... 5-1 Local Channels from DIRECTV ............... 5-2 DIRECTV® Programming ........................ 5-2 Page viii Table of Contents Basic Channel Changing ................................5-2 Channel Banner.........................................5-2 The Information Banner ............................5-3 The OneLineTM Guide................................5-3 TurboTuneTM .............................................5-3 AlphaTune..................................................5-3 Alternate Services ..........................................5-4 Audio..........................................................5-4 Closed Caption ..........................................5-4 Advanced Program GuideTM............................6-1 Program Guide ...............................................6-1 PROGRAM GUIDE Screen.......................6-1 PROGRAM GUIDE Pop-up Menu............6-2 Choosing the Guide Style ..........................6-2 Descriptions...............................................6-5 Filtering the Guides........................................6-5 Theme Filters.............................................6-6 Channel List...............................................6-6 Guide Times...............................................6-7 WATCHWORDTM .........................................6-7 WATCHWORDTM Entry ............................6-7 General On-Screen Guide Features..........6-7 The INFORMATION Screen.........................6-8 Done ..........................................................6-8 Show Times................................................6-8 SHOW TIMES Screen................................6-8 Done ..........................................................6-9 Video..........................................................6-9 Guides........................................................6-9 PreSelectTM................................................6-9 PreSelecting Programs from the Advanced Program GuideTM ................6-9 PreSelecting Programs for Viewing........6-10 Canceling PreSelected Programs............6-10 HD Receiver's Menu System............................7-1 Menu Overview..........................................7-1 Main Menu .....................................................7-2 Guide .........................................................7-2 Video..........................................................7-2 Setup Menu ....................................................7-2 Done ..........................................................7-2 Video..........................................................7-2 Preferences .....................................................7-3 Done ..........................................................7-3 Video..........................................................7-3 Advanced ...................................................7-3 Preference Options....................................7-3 Channel Tags ............................................ 7-3 Scheme ...................................................... 7-3 Filters........................................................ 7-4 Translucency............................................. 7-4 Advanced Preferences ................................... 7-4 Done.......................................................... 7-4 Video ......................................................... 7-4 Advanced Preference Options .................. 7-4 Receiver ID ............................................... 7-4 Channel Lock ............................................ 7-5 Factory Defaults ....................................... 7-5 Audio/Video Setup ........................................ 7-5 Audio ......................................................... 7-5 Dolby Digital ............................................ 7-5 Closed Caption ......................................... 7-6 TV Resolution............................................ 7-6 Screen Ratio .............................................. 7-6 Image Shape.............................................. 7-6 Limits............................................................. 7-7 Done.......................................................... 7-7 Video ......................................................... 7-8 TV Timer ................................................... 7-8 Rating Help ............................................... 7-8 Max Spending ........................................... 7-9 Channel Lists ............................................... 7-10 Done........................................................ 7-10 Video ....................................................... 7-10 AutoSet .................................................... 7-10 Rename.................................................... 7-10 Clear ....................................................... 7-11 Set............................................................ 7-11 Tag Boxes................................................ 7-11 TurboTuneTM ............................................... 7-11 Done........................................................ 7-11 Video ....................................................... 7-11 Set Channel ............................................. 7-12 Installation ................................................... 7-12 VCR Setup ................................................... 7-12 Brand ...................................................... 7-12 Code ........................................................ 7-12 Test (Record/Stop) .................................. 7-12 Scheduler ..................................................... 7-13 Done........................................................ 7-13 Video ....................................................... 7-13 Event Scheduling Options....................... 7-13 Editing an Event...................................... 7-13 Check Mail .................................................. 7-14 Message .................................................. 7-14 Page ........................................................ 7-15 Erase ....................................................... 7-15 Page ix Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Purchases ..................................................... 7-15 Done........................................................ 7-15 Video ....................................................... 7-15 History .................................................... 7-15 Upcoming Purchases .............................. 7-15 Buy .......................................................... 7-16 Buy Options ............................................ 7-16 Cancel Purchase..................................... 7-16 Purchase History .................................... 7-16 Caller ID ...................................................... 7-17 Call History ............................................ 7-17 Done........................................................ 7-17 Video ....................................................... 7-17 Disable.................................................... 7-17 Call History ............................................ 7-17 Help......................................................... 7-17 Lock/Unlock ................................................ 7-18 Locking Procedure.................................. 7-18 Unlocking Procedure.............................. 7-18 Temporarily Overriding the Lock........... 7-19 Programming Your Remote Control .............. 8-1 Programming the Remote Control................. 8-1 Programming Mode .................................. 8-1 Code Scan ................................................. 8-1 Code Entry ................................................ 8-2 Using the Remote Control ............................. 8-5 Changing the Remote Control Address to Operate Other HD Receivers .............................................. 8-5 Identifying Codes That Have Been Stored .......................................... 8-5 Controlling Other Components Using the AUX Button..................................... 8-6 Questions and Answers ................................... A-1 Page x A First Look at the HD System 1 Congratulations! You've selected one of the most advanced digital video and audio components available today. You now have the capacity to receive hundreds of channels of video programming and digital-quality audio. What You Should Do First Your HD 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: G G G G Read this manual to familiarize yourself with the system. Install the HD receiver. Connect the terrestrial antenna or cable for local analog and digital channels. Install the DIRECTV Multi-Satellite antenna and cables. Professional installation is strongly recommended. Align the satellite dish antenna. Connect all of your HD receivers to the same land-based phone line. Arrange for programming from DIRECTV. G G G Page 1-1 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver The Broadcasting and Receiving network How Does All This Work? First, here is some information about your HD receiver. Your HD receiver can receive three types of television signals: G Analog signals in NTSC (National Television Systems Committee--traditional TV signals) format--from terrestrial, or broadcasting towers built on earth, and cable sources. Digital signals in ATSC (Advanced Television Systems Committee--digital TV signals) format--from terrestrial sources. Digital Satellite signals--from DIRECTV satellites in space. These signals can be either Standard Definition (SD) signals or High Definition (HD) signals. G G Second, here is some information about the broadcasting and receiving network shown. Television stations, film studios, and other broadcasters send signals to earthbound terrestrial broadcasting towers and satellites. The tower shown on the right is sending Digital ATSC format signals and the more traditional Analog NTSC format signals. Both ATSC and NTSC signals can be received by the same VHF/UHF antenna normally mounted on a roof or in an attic. The satellites shown are sending DIRECTV® programming signals which are received by a DIRECTV Multi-Satellite Dish Antenna usually mounted on a roof or on the ground. These satellites are located in geostationary orbit. Cable television signals are received through cables installed by cable television providers. The terrestrial broadcast (from a tower), satellite, and cable signals then go into your HD receiver where they are processed and sent to your television set. Page 1-2 A First Look at the HD System HD System Components There are three main components of the HD system. They are the DIRECTV Multi-Satellite dish antenna, the HD receiver, and the remote control. The DIRECTV Multi-Satellite Dish Antenna The Multi-Satellite dish antenna is the component that receives the digital signals. It must be mounted to a solid outdoor surface that allows a clear view of the southern sky. The large dish-shaped part is known as the reflector. The oval-shaped DIRECTV Multi-Satellite dish antenna enables reception of DIRECTV High Definition Programming throughout the United States and local stations in specific cities. The dimenstions of the oval dish reflector are approximately 18 inches high by 24 inches wide. Reflector LNBs LNB support arm Mast A Low Noise Block (LNB) Down Converter assembly is attached to the Base plate multi-satellite dish antenna at the end of a The Multi-Satellite dish antenna parts. While your dish may tubular arm. Your assembly provides for vary in appearance, the components are referred to using the receiving signals from multiple satellite same names. orbit locations and distributing the signal to the HD receiver and up to 3 more DIRECTV digital satellite receivers through the use of a multiswitch (not shown). The mounting bracket and base plate make adjustments easy during installation. Once the multisatellite dish antenna has been properly positioned to point toward the satellites, you should never need to adjust it again. Refer to the instructions included with the satellite dish for more details. Professional installation is strongly recommended. Page 1-3 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver The HD Receiver with DIRECTV Receiver Built-in The HD receiver is one of the most compact available today. The basic features for setup, installation, and viewing programming can be accessed from the front panel keys. The front of the HD receiver Your access card is located behind the door on the right side of the HD receiver. This special card contains information about your services. This card should not be removed except to replace the card when DIRECTV supplies a new one. The power key ( POWER ) is used to turn the HD receiver on and off. The power light will illuminate when the unit is on. The information key ( TV screen. INFO ) is used to display descriptions of programs and channels on your Pressing the ( GUIDE ) key on the front panel will display the on-screen guide, where you can see a listing of all available programs. If the ( GUIDE ) key is pressed while the program guide is already displayed, the Guide Pop-Up menu will be displayed. The Guide Pop-Up menu provides access to the Main Menu or to the different program guide sorting options. The four directional keys, up (L), down ( ), left ( ), and right ( ), are used to move the highlight around the program guide and menus. Up and down keys also provide access to the OneLineTM Guide when menus aren't displayed. The select key ( SELECT ) is used to access a highlighted guide or menu item. Page 1-4 L L L A First Look at the HD System The rear of the HD receiver (power cord not shown) The rear of the HD receiver has numerous jacks for connection to your audio/video entertainment system. You will also find the power cord permanently connected to the back. The SATELLITE-IN F-type jack is for connecting the cable from your satellite dish antenna to the HD receiver. Be sure that you use RG-6 cable only. The SATELLITE-IN F-type jack can also accept a terrestrial analog or digital input when combined with the satellite signal using a diplexer. Note: Refer to "HD Receiver and Satellite Dish Antenna with Terrestrial Antenna or Cable Service" in Chapter 2 for more information on using a diplexer. This is an advanced installation technique and professional installation is recommended. The IN FROM ANT jack is for connecting a terrestrial analog or digital antenna to your HD receiver. The OUT TO TV F-type jack is an RF output that you may connect to your standard definition (SD) TV or videocassette recorder (VCR) (depending on your entertainment system). Note that the CH3/CH4 switch enables you to select the channel on which HD receiver signals will appear. Select this channel on your TV or VCR to view or record these signals. Three component signal output jacks Y (Luminance), Pr (the amount of color Red is different from Luminance), and Pb (the amount of color Blue is different from Luminance) are connected to a High Definition (HD) monitor set to achieve highest quality video images. The output format is always 1080i. The phono-type AUDIO output jacks, labeled and color-coded (L is white, and R is red) to indicate Left and Right, can be used for connection to your TV, VCR, or audio system. The phono-type composite VIDEO output jack is color-coded yellow and provides SD video signals. You may use this jack for connection to your TV or VCR. The multiple-pin S-VIDEO jack is for high-quality video output. Use this jack to achieve the clearest SD picture for your TV or VCR. The output format signals for RF, video, and S-video are always 480i. The VCR CONTROL mini-jack is for connecting the VCR control cable that is included with the system. With this cable, the HD receiver can interface with most popular brands of VCRs to record selected programs automatically. There is one DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connector which is OPTICAL. It provides signals for connection to a Dolby® Digital decoder. The RF REMOTE jack is used to plug in the RF receiver which came with your system. Connecting this receiver will allow you to operate the HD receiver from other rooms in your home when using the Whole House RF remote control. The standard RJ-11 modular PHONE JACK is for connecting the HD receiver to your telephone line. This telephone connection is necessary to access certain program offerings such as Pay Per View. Telephone calls generated by the HD receiver are toll-free. The telephone line connection will not normally interfere with your telephone operation. Page 1-5 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Note: The HD receiver will convert all video signals to High Definition (1080i format) and send these through the Y, Pr , and Pb connectors. Also the HD receiver will convert all video signals to Standard Definition (480i format) and send these through the OUT TO TV, VIDEO, and S-VIDEO connectors. When Standard Definition is being sent, the Y, Pr , and Pb connectors will not send any video. The HD receiver cannot send both HD and SD at the same time. The Remote Control Your HD receiver includes an RF/IR remote control and RF receiver. With this combination you can have complete control of your HD receiver anywhere in your house. Refer to "RF Remote Control Receiver" for instructions on setting up the RF receiver. Each remote control can control your HD receiver and most TV brands, as well as VCRs and many other auxiliary devices such as cable boxes, amplifiers, and laser disc players. The mode keys across the top of the remote control enable you to specify the device you intend to control. This is important since many devices share the same keys, such as the POWER key and the numeric keys. You must press the appropriate device key before pressing a command key to make sure the remote control sends the right signal to the right device. The only keys that deviate from this rule are the blue keys, as they are always associated with the HD receiver. For the HD receiver only, the four directional keys will cause the on-screen highlight to move in the direction you want. The keys will be referred to as , , L, and . The select key ( SELECT ) is one of the most important keys. Pressing the SELECT key will tell the HD receiver that you wish to choose the highlighted item. The arch of keys above the directional keys control frequently used functions. These include special action ( ACTION ), information ( INFO ), guide ( GUIDE ), exit ( EXIT ), and favorite ( FAV ) keys. The ACTION key is unique because it does nothing by itself. Pressing it displays the action icon in the upper left corner of your screen for a few seconds. During that time, other keys may be pressed to access special functions indicated in yellow above the keys. Refer to the chart on the next page for a list of ACTION key functions. The remote control Page 1-6 L L L A First Look at the HD System The following chart describes the Keys ACTION ACTION key functions for easy reference: Feature Displays the CHANNEL LISTS screen Displays the Alternate Services menu Filters the on-screen guide to movies only* Filters the on-screen guide to sports only* Filters the on-screen guide to news only* Select channel by call sign Switches the output of the HD receiver between HD and SD** Changes display between FULL, CROPPED and LETTERBOX or SIDE PANELS. Label LIST SERVICES MOVIES SPORTS NEWS ALPHA HD/SD FAV ACTION CH PREV ACTION 1 ACTION 2 ACTION 3 ACTION ­ ACTION INPUT ACTION 8 * Pressing this sequence a second time will undo the respective filter. ** HD formatted video output (1080i) uses the Y, Pr, and Pb jacks. SD formatted video output (480i) uses the Video, S-video, and Out to TV jack. Note: The first time you turn your system on, the HD formatted video output is active. You may have to press the SAT key followed by the ACTION INPUT key sequence twice to get any picture. A complete explanation of switching from HD to SD can be found in the section "Now You Can Turn It On" on page 2­15. You can also achieve this from the front panel by pressing the GUIDE and L keys simultaneously. The remaining keys are HD receiver-specific keys and common device keys, including numbers, channel up and down, etc. The functions of these keys change depending on the device currently selected. Please refer to "Controlling the HD Receiver" in Chapter 3 for more remote control capabilities and "Programming Your Remote Control" in Chapter 8 for setting your remote control to handle other audio/video components. Descriptions and details of each individual key will be given in the appropriate subsections throughout this manual. Page 1-7 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Installing the Remote Control Batteries Before the remote control can be used, the two supplied batteries need to be installed. First, unsnap the battery cover from the back of the remote control. Install each fresh battery as shown, making sure that the + and ­ on each battery line up with the marks in the battery compartment. Next, snap the cover back onto the remote control. Refer to "Programming Your Remote Control" in Chapter 8 for setting the codes to control the devices in your entertainment system. Battery installation Page 1-8 Setting Up Your HD Receiver 2 It is recommended that you have the satellite dish antenna professionally installed due to safety issues and electrical codes. Note: If you should choose to install the dish antenna yourself, please pay special attention to the precautions in the front of this manual and refer to the installation instructions packaged with the satellite dish antenna. You can find information on using this HD receiver to point the dish antenna in Chapter 4, "Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna and Terrestrial Inputs." DANGER To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. You may also want to obtain the Do-It-Yourself Installation Kit, sold separately. This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your HD system and connecting it to your television or entertainment system. The carton includes the HD receiver with DIRECTV Receiver built-in, an access card (already installed in the HD receiver behind the door), an RF/IR remote control (batteries included), RF remote control receiver, cables, and the Owner's Manual. You now need to decide where you want to place the HD receiver. Choose a location near your TV where the power cord or cables will not be inadvertently disconnected. CAUTION Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the HD receiver. The slots on top of the receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit. Unit surface may become hot. Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver. Also do not stack the HD receiver on top of a "hot" component such as an audio power amplifier. Page 2-1 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Choosing the Best Connection for Your Entertainment System There are a number of ways to connect the HD receiver, depending on the other audio/video equipment you wish to use. The simplest hookups are described in the following subsections. The rear of the HD receiver (power cord not shown) Before connecting the HD receiver to your entertainment system, you should connect the phone line. This can be done by plugging one end of the provided telephone cable into the PHONE JACK on the back of the HD receiver and the other end into a telephone wall jack. If you do not have a telephone jack within reach, you should move the HD receiver to be within reach of a telephone wall jack or have a new one installed. The phone line and jack To suit your specific needs, you may need to purchase additional connectors and/or cables from your dealer or electronic hardware store. Choose which hookup method to use based on: G G The capabilities of your TV and VCR. Your desire to receive local terrestrial analog and/or digital programming through the HD receiver. Any other devices you want to include in the system (stereo, second VCR, etc.). G Before attempting to connect anything, position yourself so you are looking at the back of your components. Note the various input and output receptacles, their shapes, and how they are labeled. Then read through the rest of this connection subsection before going ahead with the actual hookup. Note: For your safety, make sure the HD receiver, TV, VCR, and any other devices to be connected are unplugged from the power outlet while hooking them up. Some of the connection methods described in this chapter may require optional cables or accessories that are not included with your HD receiver. Page 2-2 Setting Up Your HD Receiver HD Receiver and Satellite Dish Antenna with Terrestrial Antenna or Cable Service Follow these steps indicated by the diagram below: 1) Connect the RG-6 Coaxial Cable from the satellite dish antenna to the back of the HD receiver using the connector marked SATELLITE IN. Optional Hookup: If you plan to combine an outside terrestrial antenna with the signal from the satellite dish antenna, obtain a signal Diplexer* from your local retailer of satellite accessories. Connect the RG-6 Coaxial Cable from the satellite dish antenna to the "power pass" input of the Diplexer. Connect the output of the Diplexer to the back of the HD receiver at the connector marked SATELLITE IN. * Note: It is very important that you use a Diplexer that is designed to combine satellite signals and terrestrial signals. Standard signal combiners are not compatible. 2) Connect the cable from your terrestrial antenna or cable TV service to the HD receiver at the connection marked IN FROM ANT. Optional Hookup: If you plan to record a terrestrial signal while watching satellite programming, or vice versa, connect the cable from your terrestrial antenna or cable TV service to the input of a standard two-way splitter as shown in the hookup diagram. Page 2-3 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Note: In order for the Advanced Program GuideTM to receive the correct listing of local channels and local program information from DIRECTV, make sure you select the correct zip code, cable provider (if connecting a cable TV service) and Area (if using a terrestrial antenna). Refer to Chapter 4, "Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna and Terrestrial Inputs." Using both the IN FROM ANT connector and the SATELLITE connector with a diplexer, you may connect one antenna and one cable TV service cable at the same time, however this HD receiver and the Advanced Program GuideTM cannot support two antennas connected or cable TV service connected in two places at the same time. HD Receiver and HDTV Monitor Follow these steps indicated by the diagram following this text. 1) Connect the satellite dish antenna and terrestrial antenna or cable service to the HD receiver following instructions in "HD Receiver and Satellite Dish Antenna with Terrestrial Antenna or Cable Service" on page 2-3. 2) Connect one set of Component Video Cables (one green Y connector, one red Pr connector, and one blue Pb connector) to the back of the HD receiver using the connections marked Y, Pr , and Pb. Connect the other ends of this cable to the back of the HDTV monitor using the HDTV input connections marked Y, Pr , and Pb. Note: Connect the Y, Pr , and Pb connectors of the HD receiver only to the Y, Pr , and Pb connectors on your TV that are compatible with HD signals in the 1080i scanning rate and that comply with the EIA 770.3 signal standards. Refer to your television owner's guide for verification. 3) Connect one set of audio cables (one white left audio connector and one red right audio connector) to the back of the HD receiver using the connectors marked AUDIO L, R. Connect the other end of the audio cables to the back of the HDTV monitor using the audio inputs. Note: This connection allows the use of the speakers in the TV to hear the sound. 4) Optional: Connect one set of audio cables and a video or S-video cable to the back of the HD receiver using the connectors marked AUDIO L, R and VIDEO or S-VIDEO. Connect the other end of audio and video cables to the back of the HD monitor using the AUDIO and VIDEO or S-VIDEO inputs. Note: This connection allows you to send standard 480i signals to your TV. For better standard definition performance, if your TV has an S-VIDEO connector, then use an S-video cable instead of the yellow video cable. Note: When the HD receiver is converting all signals to standard 480i signals that can be viewed on standard video inputs of TVs, there will be no signals on the Y, Pr , and Pb connectors. When the HD receiver is converting all signals to 1080i that can be sent to the HDTV input of HD monitors, there will be no standard 480i signals to standard video inputs of TVs. Page 2-4 Setting Up Your HD Receiver HD Receiver with HDTV Monitor and VCR Follow these steps indicated by the diagram following this text. 1) Connect the satellite dish antenna and terrestrial antenna or cable service to the HD receiver following the instructions in "HD Receiver and Satellite Dish Antenna with Terrestrial Antenna or Cable Service" on page 2-3. 2) Connect one set of Component Video Cables (one green Y connector, one red Pr connector, and one blue Pb connector) to the back of the HD receiver using the connections marked Y, Pr , and Pb. Connect the other ends of this cable to the back of the HDTV monitor using the HDTV input connections marked Y, Pr , and Pb. Note: Connect the Y, Pr , and Pb connectors of the HD receiver only to the Y, Pr , and Pb connectors on your TV that are compatible with HD signals in the Page 2-5 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver 1080i scanning rate and that comply with the EIA 770.3 signal standards. Refer to your television owner's guide for verification. 3) Connect one set of audio cables (one white left audio connector and one red right audio connector) to the back of the HD receiver using the connectors marked AUDIO L, R. Connect the other end of the audio cables to the back of the HDTV monitor using the audio inputs. Note: This connection allows the use of the speakers in the TV to hear the sound. 4) Connect a set of audio and video or S-video cables to the second set of AUDIO L, R, and VIDEO or S-VIDEO connectors on the back of the HD receiver. Connect the other end to the AUDIO, VIDEO, or S-VIDEO input connections on the back of the VCR. 5) Connect another set of audio and video or S-video cables to the back of the VCR using the AUDIO and VIDEO output connection. Connect the other end of this cable to a group of standard AUDIO, VIDEO, or S-VIDEO input connections on the back of your TV. Note: This connection allows you to send HD receiver signals, converted to standard 480i signals, to your VCR so they can be recorded. You can see the playback of a video tape by selecting this input on your TV. You can also pass HD receiver signals, converted to standard 480i, through your VCR to your TV; however, you may need to turn on your VCR to pass these signals. When the HD receiver is converting all signals to standard 480i signals that can be recorded by standard VCRs, there will be no signals on the Y, Pr , and Pb connectors. When the HD receiver is converting all signals to 1080i that can be sent to the HDTV input of the HD monitors, there will be no standard 480i signals to send to VCRs or standard video inputs of TVs. For better performance, if both the TV and the VCR have S-video connectors, use S-video cables instead of standard yellow video cables. Note: If you have connected a VCR into your entertainment system in a way that routes the cables from the HD receiver to your VCR before the signal reaches the TV, you may experience a distorted picture if you attempt to record a copy-protected program. These programs are identified by a "Can't Tape" symbol in the banner area of the screen. If this occurs, simply stop the recording process and your picture will automatically correct itself. Page 2-6 Setting Up Your HD Receiver Page 2-7 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver HD Receiver and Standard Definition TV Monitor Follow these steps indicated by the diagram following this text. 1) Connect the satellite dish antenna and terrestrial antenna or cable service to the HD receiver following the instructions in "HD Receiver and Satellite Dish Antenna with Terrestrial Antenna or Cable Service" on page 2­3. 2) Connect one set of standard audio and video cables (one yellow video connector, one white left audio connector, and one red right audio connector) to the back of the HD receiver using the connectors marked AUDIO L, R and VIDEO. Connect the other end of the audio and video cable to the back of the TV monitor using the AUDIO and VIDEO inputs. Optional: If your TV has an S-VIDEO input, then connect one end of an S-video cable to the back of the HD receiver using the output marked S-VIDEO. Connect the other end of the S-video cable to the back of the TV making sure to pair the S-VIDEO input with the previously used audio inputs. If you use an S-video cable, you will not need to use the yellow video cable. 3) Optional: If the TV does not have AUDIO and VIDEO input connectors, then connect one end of a coaxial RF cable to the OUT TO TV connector on the back of the HD receiver. Connect the other end of the coaxial RF cable to the antenna input connector on the back of the TV. Set the CH3/CH4 switch to the channel not used in your area. This is the channel you will select on your TV to view the HD receiver. Note: 1) When the HD receiver is in standby (power LED off), the receiver will pass the signal received at the "In From Ant" connector out of the "Out To TV" connector unaltered. 2) When the HD receiver is turned on and set to the HD (1080i) output mode, the HD receiver will pass the signal received at the "In From Ant" connector out of the "Out To TV" connector unaltered. 3) When the HD receiver is set to the SD (480i) output mode, the channel the HD receiver has selected will be changed to channel 3 or 4 and sent out of the "Out To TV" connector. All other channels will be blocked. Page 2-8 Setting Up Your HD Receiver HD Receiver with Standard Definition TV Monitor and VCR Follow these steps indicated by the diagram on page 2-11. 1) Connect the satellite dish antenna and terrestrial antenna or cable service to the HD receiver following the instructions in "HD Receiver and Satellite Dish Antenna with Terrestrial Antenna or Cable Service" on page 2­3. 2) Connect one set of standard Audio and Video cables (one yellow video connector, one white left audio connector, and one red right audio connector) to the back of the HD receiver using the connectors marked AUDIO L, R and VIDEO. Connect the other end of the Audio and Video cables to the back of the TV monitor using the AUDIO and VIDEO input connectors. Optional: For better performance, if your TV has an S-VIDEO input, then use an SVideo cable instead of a standard yellow Video cable. 3) Connect another set of standard Audio and Video cables to the back of the HD receiver using the connectors marked AUDIO L, R and VIDEO. Connect the other end of the audio and video cables to the back of the VCR using the AUDIO and VIDEO input connectors. Page 2-9 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver 4) Connect another set of standard audio and video cables to the back of the VCR using the AUDIO and VIDEO output connectors. Connect the other end of this cable to another group of unused input connectors on the back of the TV. Note: There are possible variations to steps 2, 3, and 4 above. For example, if your TV or monitor has only one set of AUDIO and VIDEO input connectors, or if you have an S-VHS VCR, you may choose the following connection variation: Connect the AUDIO and VIDEO or S-VIDEO connectors of the HD receiver only to the VCR. Then connect the VCR output connectors to the TV. In this situation, you may need to turn on your VCR to pass HD receiver signals to your TV. 5) Optional: If the TV does not have AUDIO and VIDEO input connectors, then connect one end of a coaxial RF cable to the OUT TO TV connector on the back of the HD receiver. Connect the other end of the coaxial RF cable to the antenna input connector on the back of the VCR. Connect another coaxial RF cable to the antenna output connector on the back of the VCR and connect the other end of this cable to the ANTENNA or VHF input connector on the back of the TV. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the HD receiver to the channel not used in your area. This is the channel you will select on your TV to view the HD receiver. Note: If you have connected a VCR into your entertainment system in a way that routes the cables from the HD receiver to your VCR before the signal reaches the TV, you may experience a distorted picture if you attempt to record a copy-protected program. These programs are identified by a "Can't Tape" symbol in the banner area of the screen. If this occurs, simply stop the recording process and your picture will automatically correct itself. Note: 1) When the HD receiver is in standby (power LED off), the receiver will pass the signal received at the "In From Ant" connector out of the "Out To TV" connector unaltered. 2) When the HD receiver is turned on and set to the HD (1080i) output mode, the HD receiver will pass the signal received at the "In From Ant" connector out of the "Out To TV" connector unaltered. 3) When the HD receiver is set to the SD (480i) output mode, the channel the HD receiver has selected will be changed to channel 3 or 4 and sent out of the "Out To TV" connector. All other channels will be blocked. Page 2-10 Setting Up Your HD Receiver Page 2-11 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver HD Receiver and Dolby® Digital Receiver or Decoder Follow these steps indicated by the diagram below: 1) Connect an optical digital cable to the back of the HD receiver using the connector marked DIGITAL AUDIO OUT. Connect the other end of this cable to the optical input on the back of your Dolby Digital receiver or decoder. 2) Check the Owner's Guide for the Dolby Digital receiver or decoder for proper set-up and operation. AUDIO AUDIO Y L L VCR CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT OUT TOTV CH 3 CH 4 Pb RF PHONE JACK REMOTE R R Pr VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO IN FROMANT SATELLITE IN HD receiver Optical digital cable Amplifier with Dobly Digital (AC-3) processing Home theater Page 2-12 Setting Up Your HD Receiver HD Receiver and Standard Stereo System Follow these steps indicated by the diagram below: 1) Connect a set of stereo audio cables (one white left connector and one red right connector) to the back of the HD receiver using the connectors marked AUDIO L, R. Connect the other ends of the cables to the back of your stereo system using a set of AUDIO inputs. You may select any input except for the input marked PHONO, TT, or TURNTABLE. Those inputs are for turntables only and will distort the sound from any other components. Note: If you used both sets of connectors marked VIDEO and AUDIO L, R in connecting your TV or VCR you will have to replace one set of the AUDIO L, R connections as shown below. AUDIO AUDIO Y L L VCR CONTROL DIGITAL AUDIO OUT VIDEO VIDEO OUT TO TV CH 3 CH 4 Pb RF PHONE JACK REMOTE R R Pr S-VIDEO IN FROM A NT SATELLITE IN HD receiver R L Audio cable L R Stereo audio equipment Finishing Up You can mix and match the different hookups described herein to suit your entertainment system's available connections. For example, you can connect the VCR using audio/video cables, while the TV is connected with the RF signal using a coaxial RF cable. Always try to achieve the highest quality audio and video and greatest flexibility possible. Once all connections have been completed, plug in the TV, VCR, and HD receiver to the wall outlet. Use an appropriate extension cord or surge protector if necessary. See "Important Safety Instructions" described in the front of this manual. Page 2-13 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Connecting the VCR Control Cable With the proper connections the HD receiver can control your VCR for unattended recording. Note: The output of the HD receiver must be in SD mode to record using the hookup configurations previously described in this chapter. The VCR Control cable and jack Finding the VCR's Remote Control Sensor Plug the VCR control cable into the back of the HD receiver. So that the HD receiver can control your VCR, the emitter end of the VCR control cable must be attached where the VCR's remote control sensor is located. This is labeled on some VCRs. You may also find a diagram in your VCR manual indicating the sensor position. It is commonly identifiable by a small dark plastic window. For reference, see the sensor on the HD receiver located behind the door. If the sensor is not labeled or documented, you will need to scan the front of your VCR with your VCR remote control. Use the following procedure to accomplish this: G Look for indications of the remote control sensor Hold the VCR remote control about ½-inch from the front left side of your VCR. Scanning for the remote control sensor G Slowly move the remote control to the right repeatedly pressing the remote control's POWER key on and off. Once the VCR responds to pressing the POWER key on the remote control, note the position of the remote control. This should indicate the location of the VCR remote control sensor. G Once the sensor position has been determined, temporarily attach the emitter to the area with a piece of tape until the system can be tested. Refer to the "VCR Setup" subsection in Chapter 7, "HD Receiver's Menu System," to program and test the VCR control feature. Upon verifying that the VCR control is functioning properly, you can remove the tape and permanently attach the emitter using the peel-and-stick backing. This attachment should not interfere with normal VCR operation. RF Remote Control Receiver Your HD receiver includes an RF/IR remote control and RF receiver. With this combination you can have complete control of your HD receiver from other rooms inside your house. The RF/IR remote control emits a powerful radio signal that is then broadcast up to a distance of 100 feet to the RF receiver. No tools are needed to install the RF receiver. The range of the RF remote control is a maximum of 100 feet, however weakened batteries and some building materials in walls, floors, and ceilings may reduce this range. Page 2-14 Setting Up Your HD Receiver Connecting the RF Remote Control Receiver/ Antenna You can place the RF remote control receiver base behind the HD receiver or hidden elsewhere out of view. Plug the RF remote control receiver cable into the RF REMOTE connector on the rear of the HD receiver. Extend the cable and place the antenna in the desired location. To achieve the best operating range from the remote control, the antenna should be placed as high and as far away from metal objects as possible. This completes the installation. Go to the location where you would like to use the remote control and try it. If you experience any problems, verify that the batteries are strong and you are within operating range. If you continue to have problems, try repositioning the RF remote control receiver. Setting the Address of Your HD Receiver and Remote Control Whole House RF remote control receiver To avoid interference between your remote control and neighbors who may have a similar model remote control, you should change the remote control broadcast address of your remote controls and HD receiver. This is similar to choosing a channel on a cordless phone so that you and your neighbors don't hear each other's conversations. See Chapter 7, "HD Receiver's Menu System, Advanced Preferences, Receiver ID," for instructions on changing the remote control address for the HD receiver. See Chapter 8, "Programming Your Remote Control, Using the Remote Control," for instructions on changing the remote control address. Now You Can Turn It On Once you have connected everything, you can begin powering up the components. Turn the TV on and set it to the HD input, VIDEO or S-VIDEO, or the HD receiver's output channel (3 or 4). Do the same for the VCR, if applicable. Now turn the HD receiver on. You will see the start-up screen for several seconds. Note: The HD receiver VIDEO output defaults to the Y, Pr, and Pb HD connectors when first used. If you are not using an HDTV monitor, or prefer to use the standard video outputs, try switching the outputs of the HD receiver from HD to SD. Using the remote control, press the SAT button once, then press the ACTION button, followed by the INPUT button. Pressing this sequence of keys will switch the receiver between the High Definition (1080i) output mode and the Standard Definition (480i) output mode. Following one or more of this ACTION INPUT sequence, your picture should appear. This is not a toggle process, but instead tells the receiver to output HD or SD depending upon which command was sent to the receiver most recently. Page 2-15 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver You can also achieve this from the front panel by pressing the keys simultaneously. GUIDE and L POWER-ON Screen As power is applied to the HD receiver for the first time after being plugged in or after a power failure, the POWER-ON screen, shown on the right, is displayed. The screen will not appear each time you press the Power button. A panel will display an Exit and an Installation button. Below that, a progress meter will display illuminated boxes, which will progressively light up from left to right as the system powers up. Exit The POWER-ON screen Highlighting the Exit button on the screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control causes an exit from the POWER-ON screen and interrupts the Guide data acquisition. Installation If the power is on, but the satellite dish antenna or local area antenna or cable system inputs are not yet installed, highlighting the Installation button and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the INSTALLATION screen. Read Chapter 4 for installation and testing instructions. If the satellite is properly pointed, the program guide is loaded when power is applied. You can exit out of this start up process, but you would not load the current guide data. Allow time for this program data to load. Note: If your satellite dish is properly pointed and receiving a signal, this bootup process is necessary to completely load the Advanced Program GuideTM information. If you exit this screen before it is complete, or have yet to install the satellite dish, this process will take place later. Loading Advanced Program GuideTM data can take several minutes. If you are using the HD receiver with only the terrestrial antenna or cable signal, you can immediately exit this screen. Page 2-16 Controlling the HD Receiver 3 Now it's time for you to take control. Take a few minutes to read through this chapter to understand how to operate your system. Let's begin with a couple of simple rules. First, there is nothing that you can do, using the front panel keys or the remote control keys, which could harm the HD receiver in any way. Once you understand the capabilities and options available in your receiver, you'll be able to undo any changes or settings that you make. It is not necessary to know everything your system can do right away. As you use the HD receiver, the techniques necessary to control it will become second nature. Front Panel vs. Remote Control Keys The front panel provides all the basic controls needed to access and use the primary features of the HD receiver. The remote control has additional keys to provide shortcuts or access to extended features of the HD receiver. Most of the remote control keys can also be used to control other components in your entertainment system. For this reason, you must remember to press the SAT key, putting the remote control in HD receiver mode, when you want to control the HD receiver. Basic Navigation The most common HD receiver-related keys that you will use are L, , , , and SELECT . Four distinct keys on the HD receiver front panel represent the direction keys. On the remote control, the direction keys are represented by the top, bottom, left, and right keys surrounding the SELECT key. These keys are primarily used to move the highlight (also known as a cursor) around the screen. Press the SELECT key to activate a highlighted item. Another key you will be using frequently is the GUIDE key, located on both the front panel of the HD receiver and on the remote control. This key is used when you want to display the current onscreen guide. Once you are in the guide, pressing the GUIDE key while a program title is highlighted will display the Guide pop-up menu. Another key appearing on both the front panel and the remote control is the INFO key. This key is used to retrieve descriptive information about a currently airing event and to provide access to scheduling information (and purchasing information for Pay Per View) about highlighted programs in the on-screen guide. The final key that appears on both the remote control and the front panel is the POWER key. Make sure the remote control is in "SAT" mode for the POWER key to control the HD receiver. When you turn the HD receiver off, it has not actually stopped using electricity. Rather, it goes into a standby mode that enables it to continue monitoring data sent from DIRECTV, call in status reports to DIRECTV, start and stop your VCR for programs you have scheduled, receive messages, and perform other background activities. L L L Page 3-1 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver There are two keys on your remote control that most people use frequently. They are the and the EXIT keys. FAV After you have established favorite channel lists, as described in Chapter 7, "HD Receiver's Menu System," you can use the FAV key to cycle through them quickly and easily. Each press of the FAV key will advance to the next list of channels. After stepping through the favorite lists, it will cycle back to "All Channels." At any time, you can exit the on-screen guide by selecting Video in the Guide pop-up menu. An even faster way is to press the EXIT key. The EXIT key also clears all inputs and menus, and returns to the program you were watching. Page 3-2 Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna and Terrestrial Inputs 4 There is a cluster of DIRECTV satellites in space, and, just as a telescope is pointed at a star, you need to point your satellite dish at the satellites. In this chapter, we will explain how to configure your receiver for your satellite dish antenna, where to point your satellite dish antenna, and how to configure your receiver for analog or digital terrestrial (broadcast or cable) reception. It is recommended that you have the satellite dish and terrestrial antennas professionally installed. If you choose to install the antennas yourself, please pay special attention to the precautions in the front of this manual and refer to the installation instructions packaged with the satellite dish antenna. Your satellite dish antenna will need to be pointed at a satellite cluster located 22,300 miles in orbit above the equator. To aim the satellite dish antenna at the satellites, you need to know the azimuth, elevation, and tilt angles. The HD receiver will assist you in determining these angles. Set-up of the satellite dish antenna and terrestrial inputs will be explained in three parts: 1) Installing and testing the satellite dish antenna by itself first. 2) Setting up and testing terrestrial or cable inputs. 3) Setting up and testing terrestrial or cable inputs by themselves, without a satellite dish antenna. Installing and Testing the Satellite Dish Antenna Installing your dish antenna involves four separate steps: G G G G Selecting the correct type of satellite dish antenna. Finding the correct dish antenna pointing coordinates. Pointing the dish antenna. Testing the strength of the satellite signal. Page 4-1 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Displaying the INSTALLATION Screen Highlighting the Installation button on the POWERON screen (explained on page 2-15) and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the INSTALLATION screen shown on the right. If this is not the first time the HD receiver is turned on after being plugged in, follow these steps: G Open the MAIN MENU screen by pressing the ACTION key followed by the GUIDE key on the remote control. Using the L and keys, highlight the Setup Menu Button then press the SELECT key on the remote control to display the SETUP menu. L L The INSTALLATION screen G G Using the L and keys, highlight the Installation Button then press the remote control to display the INSTALLATION screen. SELECT key on the Selecting the Correct Type of Satellite Dish Antenna You need to select the correct type of dish antenna that you have connected, so that the HD receiver can calculate the correct coordinates for pointing the dish antenna. Highlighting the Dish Setup button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the DISH SETUP screen. Highlighting the Dish Type button on the DISH SETUP screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the DISH TYPE pop-up menu. Press the L and keys to highlight the type of dish antenna that is connected to the HD receiver and then press the SELECT key. Dish Type Selections Note: You must select the correct dish antenna type to obtain correct pointing results. These are the following dish antenna type selections: None Round Dish Highlight this selection if you are not connecting a dish antenna, but are connecting a terrestrial antenna or cable signal. Highlight this selection if you connected an 18" round dish antenna. This setting allows the HD receiver to receive a signal from the main satellite, located at 101°. Note: A round dish antenna will not receive High Definition satellite signals from DIRECTV. Page 4-2 L The DISH SETUP pop-up menu Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna and Terrestrial Inputs Oval Dish 2 Highlight this selection if you connected a DIRECTV Multi-Satellite oval dish antenna with two LNBs. This setting allows the HD receiver to receive signals from Satellite A at 101° and Satellite B at 119°, enabling reception of DIRECTV High Definition programming throughout the United States as well as local stations in specific cities. Most users will have this type of dish. Highlight this selection if you connected a DIRECTV Multi-Satellite oval dish antenna with the optional Satellite C LNB kit purchased separately from your local satellite system installer. This setting allows the HD receiver to receive signals from Satellite A at 101°, Satellite B at 119°, and Satellite C at 110°, enabling the reception of local stations in additional specific cities in the United States. Highlight this selection to return to the DISH SETUP screen without making a dish antenna type selection. Oval Dish 3 Cancel Highlighting a selection button as explained immediately above and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will confirm the selection and return to the DISH SETUP screen. Finding the Correct Antenna-pointing Coordinates The POSITION pop-up menu will provide you with the correct coordinates to point your dish antenna. This is important to receive all of the channels you are entitled to when you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming. Highlighting the Position button on the DISH SETUP menu and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the POSITION pop-up menu. Using the L and keys, and highlighting either the ZIP Code or Latitude/Longitude button and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the corresponding pop-up menu. L L The ZIP Code pop-up menu To select a digit, use the number keys or the L and keys on the remote control to enter your ZIP Code or Latitude and Longitude. After the last number has been entered, highlight the OK button and press the SELECT key on the remote control to confirm the entry. The RESULTS screen will display. Highlighting the cancel button and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will return to the DISH SETUP menu. Page 4-3 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Pointing the Dish Antenna The HD receiver will calculate the correct pointing coordinates and then display this information on the RESULTS screen shown on the right. Write down this Elevation, Azimuth, and Tilt information. Then highlighting the OK button and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will return to the DISH SETUP Menu. Use the coordinates from the RESULTS screen to point your dish antenna at the sky. The separate installation instructions that come with the dish antenna will explain exactly how to use the Elevation, Azimuth, and Tilt information. Note: The round dish has no tilt information. The RESULTS screen Testing Signal Strength The INSTALLATION screen shown at the right will display the strengths of signals from the different satellites and the transponders on each satellite. The screen displays a numerical strength indication and a bar graph accompanied by an audible tone to indicate signal strength. The higher the number, the greater the amount of the bar graph occupied, or the faster the beeping tone, the stronger the signal. You should test the signals from each of the satellites that match the type of dish that you selected on the DISH TYPE screen. Highlighting the Source button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the Signal Source pop-up menu shown at the right. Highlighting the Satellite A (101°), Satellite B (119°), Satellite C (110°), or Local Digital Terrestrial and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will return to the INSTALLATION screen and show the signal strength for the selected source. The INSTALLATION screen Local Providers The Signal Source screen The LOCAL PROVIDERS screen allows DIRECTV to add local channels to the Advanced Program GuideTM in the same way that it lists satellite program information. Highlighting the Dish Setup button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the DISH SETUP screen. Using the L and keys, highlight these Local Provider area options and press the SELECT key on the remote control. L Page 4-4 Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna and Terrestrial Inputs Local Provider Area Options Area 1 You have connected a standard VHF/UHF antenna for receiving your primary analog and digital terrestrial signals. The ZIP Code entered here will specify what terrestrial program information should appear in the Advanced Program GuideTM. Area 2 may be a neighboring city or distant terrestrial station you wish to receive from the same VHF/UHF antenna used in Area 1. The ZIP Code entered here will specify what terrestrial program information should appear in the Advanced Program GuideTM. You have connected a cable television service. The cable provider entered here will specify what cable program information should appear in the onscreen program guide. Area 2 Cable TV System Test The SYSTEM TEST screen will display the signal strength of all of the transponders on the satellite that have been selected on the Signal Source pop-up menu. It will also indicate the quality of the signal transfer between the dish antenna and the HD receiver. The SYSTEM TEST Menu offers the following options: Begin Test Cable Test Upgrade Starts the receiver test, which provides basic status information about the receiver. The test may take up to one minute. Tests and displays indicators of all transponder signals from the satellite chosen by the Source pop-up menu. Checks the status of software upgrades that DIRECTV periodically performs. L L Highlighting the System Test button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the SYSTEM TEST screen. Using the and keys, highlight either the Begin Test or Cable Test button and press the SELECT key on the remote control. After a short period of time, the results of the test will be displayed. You should perform the cable test for each of the satellites supported by the dish antenna you selected in the DISH TYPE screen. If you are setting up your system to receive signals from Satellites B (110°) and C (119°), you will need to change source satellites between each Cable Test. Note: Not all of the transponders on Satellites B (119°) and C (110°) are currently being used. On Satellite B, for example, you may receive NA (Not Available) indications for several transponders. This is normal. The SYSTEM TEST screen Page 4-5 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver When you have received a strong signal from several transponders on each of the satellites you are setting up, you have completed the setup for digital satellite channels. A numeric value for the signal strength ranges from 0 to 99. While your signal strength may vary, refer to the following map to determine the suggested signal strength for your area: 70s 80s 80s 90s Typical signal strength results. Your actual signal strength may vary. Check to see if you are receiving the DIRECTV Promotional Channel on Channel 100. If you are receiving that channel, you can now telephone 1-800 DIRECTV to subscribe to DIRECTV® programming. If you have difficulties receiving a strong signal on one individual satellite, the pointing of the dish antenna will need fine tuning. Fine Tuning the Pointing of the Dish Antenna It often takes two people to fine tune the pointing of the dish antenna. One person watches the signal strength indicator on the INSTALLATION screen and relays the information to another person who is adjusting the dish antenna. To fine tune the pointing of the dish antenna, you will need to select a satellite on the Source pop-up menu. Then select one or more transponders from that satellite by using the XPONDER pop-up menu. Once the pointing of the dish antenna has been fine tuned to receive a strong signal from Satellite A (101°) and Satellite B (119°), the pointing of the dish antenna at Satellite C (110°) should be correct. Selecting Transponders The XPONDER pop-up menu will display the signal strength from individual transponders on each of the satellites. A transponder is a group of circuits on the satellite that transmits the satellite channels. There are numerous transponders on each satellite; however, not all of the transponders will be in use. All of the transponders on Satellite A will provide some signal strength indication. But not all the transponders on Satellites B and C may be fully utilized at this time. To check the signal strength of individual transponders, first select the satellite using the Source pop-up menu. Then highlighting the Xponder button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the XPONDER pop-up menu. Use the Page 4-6 Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna and Terrestrial Inputs Adding Terrestrial Antenna or Cable to Your Satellite Connections If you connected a terrestrial antenna or local cable TV service to view local analog or digital channels, you need to configure the HD receiver to receive those broadcasts. Highlighting the Local Area button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the LOCAL AREA screen shown at the right. Using the L and , highlight either the Local In 1 button if you connected your terrestrial antenna or cable service to the jack labeled The LOCAL AREA screen IN FROM ANT, or highlight the Local In 2 button if you connected the jack labeled SATELLITE IN and used a Diplexer to combine your terrestrial antenna cable with the cable from the satellite dish antenna. Then press the SELECT key on the remote control to display the Local In pop-up menu. On the Local In pop-up menu, use the L and keys to highlight the buttons for the type of antenna or cable you connected to the HD receiver, and then press the SELECT key on the remote control. L L Local In Connection Options The connection options found on the Local In 1 and Local In 2 pop-up menus are: None Antenna You are not connected to an antenna or cable. You have connected a standard VHF/UHF indoor or outdoor antenna. Cable TV (STD) You have connected a cable service that uses a standard type of cable signal. Cable TV (HRC) You have connected a cable service that uses the HRC type of cable signal. Cable TV (IRC) You have connected a cable service that uses the IRC type of cable signal. Note: Consult your cable company to find out what type of cable signal you have. Note: Local In 1 and Local In 2 must have different input signal types. The receiver does not support the simultaneous connection of two terrestrial antenna signals or two cable signals. L L and buttons to select different transponders. Observe the signal strengths of the different transponders. Adjust the dish antenna to improve the signal strengths. After fine tuning, highlighting the Done button and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the INSTALLATION screen. Highlighting the Video button and pressing the SELECT key or pressing the EXIT key on the remote control will display the channel last viewed. Local In 1 pop-up menu Page 4-7 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver After selecting your Local In connection and pressing the LOCAL AREA screen will be displayed. SELECT key on the remote control, the Clear Remove all the check marked channel numbers from the local Area screen. Scan Channels This option will automatically scan through all of the possible channels and place the active channel numbers into the Advanced Program GuideTM grid. NTSC (analog) channels will be listed by their normal one- or two-digit Channel Number. ATSC (digital) channels will be listed by the Channel Number followed by a hyphen and a number other than zero. An example of an ATSC channel would be 23-1. At this time, the program information for local NTSC and ATSC channels that is shown on the Advanced Program GuideTM will simply display "Regular Schedule." To receive accurate program information for these channels, you need to select a local cable provider or enter area ZIP Code on the DISH SETUP screen. Testing the Strength of the Terrestrial Digital Channels The INSTALLATION screen will display the strengths of signals from the terrestrial digital channels. The screen displays a numerical strength indication and a bar graph accompanied by an audible tone to indicate signal strength. The higher the number, the greater the amount of the bar graph occupied, or the faster the beeping tone, the stronger the signal. You should test the signal strength of each digital channel by "physical" Channel Number, not by "virtual" Channel Number. The "physical" Channel The INSTALLATION screen Number is the channel number that the FCC uses to identify the channel frequency, and it is a one-digit or two-digit number. The "virtual" Channel Number is the number that a local broadcast station wishes to use to identify itself. For instance, if the number for your local CBS analog channel is 2 (Channel 2), then that station may use 2-1 as a digital "virtual" Channel Number, even though the "physical" number assigned by the FCC to that channel is 40. To test the strength of terrestrial digital channel signals, highlighting the Source button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the SOURCE pop-up menu. Using the L and keys to highlight the Local Digital button on the popup menu and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the LOCAL DIGITAL Signal Strength Screen. Use the L and keys on the remote control to move to the column on the left and use the L and to highlight the Channel button. Press the SELECT key on the remote control to display the CHANNEL pop-up menu. If you know the "physical" numbers for your local channels, use the number buttons on the remote control to select each channel number, and observe the signal strength. If you do not know these "physical" channel numbers, use the L and keys on the remote control to change the channel one number at a time. Channels with a signal strength of less than 60 may require a better antenna, adjustment of the antenna angle, or the antenna may be too far away from the signal source. L L L L Page 4-8 Setting Up the Satellite Dish Antenna and Terrestrial Inputs After fine-tuning, highlighting the Done button and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the INSTALLATION screen. Highlighting the Video button and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the channel last viewed. You may also use the Exit key on the remote control to exit all menus and return to the last viewed channel. Terrestrial Antenna or Cable without a Satellite Connection If you connected a terrestrial antenna or local cable TV service to view local analog or digital channels, you need to configure the HD receiver to receive these broadcasts. Highlighting the Local Area button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the LOCAL AREA screen. Using the L and keys, highlight either the Local In 1 button if you connected your terrestrial antenna or cable service to the jack labeled IN FROM ANT. Or, highlight the Local In 2 button if you connected your terrestrial antenna to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN. Then press the SELECT key on the remote control to display the Local In pop-up menu. On the Local In pop-up menu, use the L and keys to highlight the buttons for the type of connection made to the HD receiver, and then press the SELECT key on the remote control. L L Local In Connection Options The connection options found on the Local In 1 and Local In 2 pop-up menus are: None Antenna You are not connected to an antenna or cable. You have connected a standard VHF/UHF indoor or outdoor antenna. Cable TV (STD) You have connected a cable service that uses a standard type of cable signal. Cable TV (HRC) You have connected a cable service that uses the HRC type of cable signal. Cable TV (IRC) You have connected a cable service that uses the IRC type of cable signal. Note: Consult your cable company to find out what type of cable signal you have. After selecting your Local In connection and pressing the LOCAL AREA screen will be displayed. SELECT key on the remote control, the Note: Local In 1 and Local In 2 must have different input signal types. The receiver does not support the simultaneous connection of two terrestrial antenna signals or two cable signals. Page 4-9 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver Scan Channels This option will automatically scan through all of the possible channel frequencies and place the active channel numbers into the program guide grid. NTSC (analog) channels will be listed by their normal one or two Channel Number. ATSC channels will be listed by their one or two digit main channel number followed by a hyphen and a number of 1 or greater. At this time, the program information for local NTSC and ATSC channels that is shown on the program guide will simply display "Regular Schedule." To receive accurate program information for these channels, you need to connect to a satellite dish and download this information from DIRECTV. Channel Scan Selecting the Correct Satellite Dish Type for Terrestrial-only Operation If you have a terrestrial-only antenna hookup (that is, no satellite dish), you must configure the HD receiver for a dish type of "None" so it will not search for a satellite signal. Highlighting the Dish Setup button on the INSTALLATION screen and pressing the on the remote control will display the DISH SETUP screen. L SELECT key Highlighting the Dish Type button on the DISH SETUP screen and pressing the SELECT key on the remote control will display the DISH TYPE pop-up menu. Using the L and keys, highlight dish type "None" and press the SELECT key. Editing Local Channels To remove or add local NTSC analog and ATSC digital channels in the channel list, use the L and keys to highlight the specific channel. Press SELECT to remove the checkmark and the channel from the channel list. Press SELECT again to add it back. L Time Setup You can set the current time and day, the current date, the time zone, and whether or not you observe daylight saving time. This option is only available if you have selected NONE as your DISH TYPE. Use the L and buttons to move around the TIME SETUP screen, then press SELECT to select an item, and you can use your remote control to enter numbers. When you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming, the time will be automatically set and you cannot reset it. You can, however, reset the time zone and whether you observe daylight saving time. L Time Setup screen Installation Is Now Complete The installation and testing of the satellite dish antenna and/or terrestrial inputs is now complete. You are ready to enjoy your system. Page 4-10 Watching Local Terrestrial and DIRECTV® Programming Types of Channels 5 This chapter will reveal many different ways to find programs you want to watch. The first thing you should know is how channels in the DIRECTV Advanced Program GuideTM are arranged. Analog (NTSC) Channels without Dish Connection Analog (NTSC) channels received by terrestrial antenna or cable service when a dish antenna has not been connected will be listed by their traditional single- or double-digit Channel Number. The program information will simply state "Regular Schedule." Analog (NTSC) Channels with Dish Connection Analog (NTSC) channels received by terrestrial antenna or cable service when a dish antenna has been connected will be listed by their traditional single- or double-digit Channel Number and the station's call letters or network logo. The program information area will display the program name and description if this channel is supported for your zip code area. Digital (ATSC) Channels without Dish Connection Digital (ATSC) channels received by a terrestrial antenna or cable service when a dish antenna has not been connected will be listed by a single- or double-digit Channel Number followed by a hyphen and a Sub-channel Number of 1 or greater; for examples: 23-1 or 23-2. The main Channel Number can be either the "physical" Channel Number assigned to the broadcast frequency by the FCC or a "virtual" Channel Number assigned by the broadcast station. The type of number, "physical" or "virtual," depends on information sent by the broadcaster. The channel call letters or network name may also be included by the broadcaster. The program information will simply state "Regular Schedule." Digital (ATSC) Channels with Dish Connection Digital (ATSC) channels received by a terrestrial antenna or cable service when a dish antenna has been connected will be listed by a single- or double-digit Channel Number followed by a hyphen and a Sub-channel Number of 1 or greater; for examples: 23-1 or 23-2. The main Channel Number can be either the "physical" Channel Number assigned to the broadcast frequency by the FCC or a "virtual" Channel Number assigned by the broadcast station. The type of number, "physical" or "virtual," depends on information sent by the broadcaster or DIRECTV. The program information area will display the program name and description if this channel is supported for your zip code area. Page 5-1 Hughes Model HIRD-E86 Platinum HD Receiver