Testing the Signal Strength

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Setting up and connecting

The DIRECTV Receiver shall have a matrix that shows the signal strength of all transponders per orbital position in one table. This matrix is in addition to showing the signal strength of each active transponder individually in the system setup menu.

To start the Signal Strength test, follow these steps:

1 Press the MENU button on your remote control.

2 Highlight the Setup menu item, then press the SELECT button.

3 Highlight the System menu item, then press the SELECT button.

Highlight the Signal Strength Test Matrix item, then press

4 the SELECT button. The Signal Strength Test Matrix screen appears. The test will begin as soon as the screen appears. Results are displayed in a moment.

NOTE

Transponders that are inactive shall have “n/a” in place of a signal strength number.

When you have finished the Signal Strength Test, you can

5 run the test again using the on-screen Test Again button, exit the Menu system by pressing the EXIT button on your remote control, or use the arrow keys to highlight on-screen BACK button, then press the SELECT button to return to the System menu.

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Setting up and connecting

Activating your DIRECTV account

After you have installed and connected the the satellite dish and DIRECTV® Receiver, you must contact your service provider to create an account. To order programming from DIRECTV, please call 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). Check with your retailer or visit DIRECTV.com for information on availability of local channels from DIRECTV in your area. DIRECTV® programming is provided in accordance with the terms and conditions of the DIRECTV Customer Agreement, which is provided at DIRECTV.com or with your first DIRECTV bill. Activation of programming may be subject to credit approval and requires valid service address, social security number and/or major credit card. Deposit or prepayment may be required. 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. A valid programming subscription is required to operate DIRECTV System hardware.

Upgrades

Your digital satellite receiver is able to receive upgrades or modifications to some of its features and functions. These modifications will occur automatically, usually at times when the receiver would likely be turned off. If your receiver is on when an upgrade or modification is sent, you may experience a disruption in reception for a minute or two. Your reception should return to normal after the modification is complete. Your receiver must be plugged in to receive any upgrades. Do not unplug your receiver while an upgrade is in progress. Please consult the System Upgrades menu item (in the System section of the Setup menu) to find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by

DIRECTV.