DirecTV GCEB0A, GAEB0A manual Directv System hardware and installation

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owned subsidiary of Hughes Electronics Corporation. All rights reserved. This publication and its contents are proprietary to Hughes Network Systems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hughes Electronics Corporation. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of Hughes Network Systems, Inc., 11717 Exploration Lane, Germantown, Maryland 20876.

Hughes Network Systems, Inc. has made every effort to ensure the correctness and completeness of the material in this document. Hughes Network Systems, Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Hughes Network Systems, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 6,075,526;5,828,419; 5,751,372; 5,694,176; and 5,635,989. This product is subject to one or more U.S. or foreign patents pending.

Software contained in the GAEB0A and GCEB0A receivers and referenced in this manual is copyright© 1995-2002 by Hughes Network Systems, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Hughes Electronics Corporation. Some features are patent pending. WatchWord, PreSelect, TurboTune, and OneLine Guide are trademarks of Hughes Network Systems. “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.

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.

Trademarks – DIRECTV, the Cyclone Design logo, DIRECTV INTERACTIVE, DIRECTV HOME SERVICES, and DIRECT TICKET are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp. FREEVIEW is a registered trademark of Hughes Electronics Corporation. All trademarks, marks, names, or product names referenced in this publication are the property of their respective owners, and Hughes Network Systems neither endorses nor otherwise sponsors any such products or services referred to herein.

Dolby Laboratories Information – Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Macrovision® Information – Macrovision is a registered trademark of Macrovision Corporation. This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U.S. patents 4,631,603; 4,577,216; 4,819,098; and other intellectual property rights. The anticopy process is licensed for noncommercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

StarSight® Information – StarSight® features licensed under one or more of the following patents: 4,706,121; 5,151,789; 5,353,121; 5,353,277; 5,479,266; 5,479,268; and 5,532,754. Use rights reserved.

TruSurround™ Information – TruSurroundand the symbol are trademarks of SRS Labs, Inc. TruSurround technology is incorporated under license from SRS Labs, Inc.

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 your 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 – ACTIVATION OF PROGRAMMING MAY BE SUBJECT TO CREDIT CARD APPROVAL AND REQUIRES VALID SERVICE ADDRESS, SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER, AND/OR MAJOR CREDIT CARD. Programming subject to change. You must be physically located in the United States (U.S.) to receive DIRECTV service. DIRECTV services are not available outside the United States. DIRECTV programming is sold separately and independently of DIRECTV System hardware. A valid programming subscription is required to operate DIRECTV System hardware. Activate your DIRECTV programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288).

DIRECTV System hardware and installation

To arrange for professional installation of your DIRECTV System, ask questions, or resolve problems related to your DIRECTV System, contact your dealer. If you need more information, please contact our technical support line at 1-800-274-8995.

Please record the following information for warranty

System Model #: HSYS- ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

Receiver Model #: ___________________________

Receiver Serial #: ___________________________

Access Card #: _________ __________ _________

LNB Serial #: _______________________________

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Contents Directv Directv System hardware and installation Important Safety Instructions Important Safety InstructionsInstallation Service Federal Communications Commission FCC Regulatory Information Contents Viii Contents Setup overview Getting StartedGAEB0A To connect your TV to the Directv Receiver Onscreen Menu IconsDetermine antenna angles VCRSignal Strength System TestInstallation Connect the RF remote Connecting componentsConnect a terrestrial antenna Control antennaConnecting a VCR Connect the VCR Control CableTest the VCR Record/Stop Connecting a home entertainment system Using the remote control HMRC-8 Remote Control Function Quick Reference Remote control functions Batteries Code scanningDirectv Interactive TM Using DirectvDirectv Interactive Using the remote control Using the menus This chapter describesPurchasing pay per view PPV Cancelling purchasesTo cancel a Pay Per View event To purchase a pay per view eventViewing Mail Using Caller ID View MailTo schedule a program Using the program DirectorTo schedule or edit an event Program DirectorTo cancel a program scheduled for viewing or taping Setting guide preferencesAdjusting audio and video Audio AdjustmentUsing Dolby Digital audio Using WatchWord Adjusting the screen imageNEW Access Card Adjusting system settingsNew Access Card Change Receiver ID If you are using PreferencesRestore factory default Input key enable/disableCaller ID enable/disable SettingsUsing program guides Grid guideTo turn off the Picture-In-Guide feature Logo GuideProgram guide and menu features To select a guide styleTNN Automobiles DTVUsing TurboTune To set TurboTune channelsUsing program guides Setting favorites and filters Using favorite channel listsFAV. C Favorite ListFAV. a Filtering the program guide Category FilterGuide Times Parental Lock Using access controlsHow to lock the system Setting ratings limits Unlocking the systemTV-PG Setting spending and time limitsTo change the displayed limit TV-MAUsing access controls Questions & Answers What if my question isn’t listed here? Manufacturers device control codes Television brands and remote control codes AUX audio brands and remote control codes DVD player brands and remote control codes Index VCR GAEB0A GCEB0A HRMC-8 HANT-XX 1031941-0001 Rev. a April 15