HUGHES COVER GOES HERE Digital Satellite Receiver Model: HIRD-E45 Owner's Manual Platinum Edition Trademarks and Copyrights-- This manual is copyright © 1995-1999 by Hughes Network Systems. Software contained in the DIRECTV PLUSTM digital satellite receiver and referenced in this manual is copyright © 1995-1999 by Hughes Network Systems. Some features are patent pending. WatchWord, PreSelect, TurboTune, AlphaTune and OneLine Guide are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems. DIRECTV, DIRECTV PLUS and DIRECT TICKET are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp., and are used with permission. 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. 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Hughes Customer Care Center 1-800-274-8995 DIRECTV Subscriptions and Pay Per View 1-800-DIRECTV PLEASE MAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION FOR WARRANTY System Model #: HSYS- ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ Receiver Model #: HIRD-E4 Receiver Serial #: ___________________________ Access Card #: __________ __________ __________ LNB Serial #: ________________________________ Macrovision Information--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. 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--For subscription information, or to resolve problems related to programming, call the service provider, DIRECTV at 1-800-DIRECTV (347-3288). DIRECTV System Hardware and Installation--To arrange for professional installation of your DIRECTV System, ask questions, or to resolve problems related to your DIRECTV System, contact your dealer. If additional 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 Warnings--All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. Follow Instructions--All operating and use instructions should be followed. 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 these symbol and the DANGER heading, strictly follow the warning instructions to avoid electric shock injury. THESE ALERTS APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL DANGER Do not select a location to install the satellite dish antenna near power lines. You can be killed if the satellite dish antenna comes into contact with electric power lines. · · Do not contact overhead power lines Check the distance to any nearby power lines before starting installation. Stay at least 20 feet away from all power lines. If any part of the satellite dish antenna or mast assembly comes into contact with a power line, call your local power company. Do not try to remove it yourself. They will remove it safely. CAUTION Local electric codes and the National Electric Code (NEC) require the satellite dish antenna to be grounded. Grounding the satellite dish antenna helps protect against damage caused by static voltage buildup. Grounding can also protect against voltage surges created by nearby lightning strikes. · WARNING For your own safety, follow these important safety rules: · Perform as many functions as possible on the ground. Do not install the satellite dish antenna on a rainy or windy day. If you start to drop the satellite dish antenna or mast assembly, get away from it and let it fall. · · INSTALLATION Polarization--This digital satellite receiver is equipped with a plug that will fit into the power outlet only one way. Do not modify the plug defeating this feature. If the plug does not fit, contact your electrician to replace your outlet. To prevent electric shock, do not use this plug with an extension cord or outlet unless you can fully insert the blades without blade exposure. Power Sources--Operate this digital satellite 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--Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the product. 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, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. 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 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--The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Accessories--To avoid personal injury or damage to the digital satellite receiver, do not place the digital satellite 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 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 820EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN "RADIO AND TELEVISION EQUIPMENT" Water and Moisture-- WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Lightning--For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and 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 digital satellite 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, 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 33, 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. Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding an, in particular, 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 digital satellite receiver from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Object and Liquid Entry--Never push objects of any kind into this digital satellite 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 digital satellite receiver. SERVICE Servicing--Do not attempt to service this digital satellite 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 this digital satellite receiver from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel under the following conditions: · · When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. If liquid has been spilled on, or objects have fallen into, the digital satellite receiver or it has been exposed to water. If the digital satellite 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 often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the digital satellite receiver to its normal operation. If the digital satellite receiver has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. When the digital satellite receiver exhibits a distinct change in performance. · · · 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 digital satellite receiver, ask the service technician to per ...