DirecTV HIRD-B1 manual Using the Remote Control, Controlling Other Components Using the AUX Button

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HUGHES-BRAND DIRECTV SYSTEM OWNER’S MANUAL

Using the Remote Control

Once you have your codes entered, you are ready to start using your universal remote control. The device keys allow you to switch from one device to another. Some keys behave in a special way. They control one device while you are actually in another device mode. For instance, while in SAT mode, pressing Volume +/- controls your TV’s volume. This is because the remote control knows that there is no volume control on the digital satellite receiver.

Advanced feature keys (i.e. , , etc.) are not supported for devices other than your digital

satellite receiver. For other devices, only the primary keys (i.e. and , , etc.) will function. For Sony-brand devices, use the “Mute” key as the “Enter” key. For RCA-brand devices, the device

key (i.e. “TV” or “VCR”) is the power on keys and is the power off key.

Switching the Remote Control to Operate a Second Digital Satellite Receiver

Your remote control can be reprogrammed to operate a second digital satellite receiver to avoid signal conflicts with the first digital satellite receiver. This may be necessary in situations where two digital satellite receivers are located in the same general area where both units can “see” the remote control signals or in environments where two RF Remote Control Extenders are being used.

To switch the remote control between SAT #1 and SAT #2, simply press the “SAT” key and the “Mute” keys simultaneously. Remember to access the ADVANCED PREFERENCES screen on the associated digital satellite receivers to pair the remote control accordingly.

Controlling Other Components Using the AUX Button

Some additional features are available from your remote control while in the AUX mode. Take a moment to understand the special operation in this case. Note that these instructions apply exclusively to the universal remote control (HRMC-3).

Volume Control in AUX Mode

Note that when the remote control is in TV, VCR, or SAT mode, the volume keys control the sound volume for the television. When you’re in AUX mode, if your auxiliary component has audio output, the volume keys control that component’s sound volume. If your auxiliary component doesn’t have audio output, you can program the volume button so that it continues to control the TV volume when your remote control is in AUX mode:

1.Press the “AUX” key and the “Mute” key simultaneously.

2.Press the “Volume Up” key.

Once you perform these steps, whenever your remote control is in AUX mode the volume keys will control the television volume. In the event that you reprogram the “AUX” key to control a different component at some future time, you can restore the remote control’s capability to control the auxiliary component’s volume by simply repeating these two steps.

VCR Function in AUX Mode

The VCR function keys (Play, Rew, FF, Stop, Pause, and Rec) on the remote control perform those VCR functions when the remote control is in TV and SAT, as well as VCR, modes. However, if you program the AUX key to control a component that does not need or use these functions, you can program the remote control to maintain VCR functionality in AUX mode.

1.Press the “AUX” key and the “Mute” key simultaneously.

2.Press the “Volume Down” key.

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Contents Model HIRD-B1 Directv or 1-800-204-USSB Important Safety Instructions Service Federal Comunications Commission FCC Regulatory Information Page Table of Contents Programming Your Remote Control What You Should Do First HUGHES-BRAND Directv SystemHow Does All This Work? Satellite Antenna Directv System ComponentsDigital Satellite Receiver HUGHES-BRAND Directv System Remote Control MoviesSetting UP Your Directv System Choosing the Best ConnectionsHook Up the Audio/S-video Signals Hook Up the Audio/Video SignalsHook Up the RF Signals Setting UP Your Directv SystemNow You Can Turn It On Installing Batteries in Your Remote ControlFinishing Up Controlling the Digital Satellite Receiver Front Panel vs. Remote Control KeysBasic Navigation Page Installing and Pointing Your 4 Satellite Dish Installation screen Determine Where to Point Your Satellite DishChoosing the Antenna Installation Site Alignment Result Pop-up PanelInstalling and Pointing Your Satellite Dish Page Selecting a Mounting Option Installing the Antenna onto a Wooden Surface Installation ProcedureInstalling and Pointing Your Satellite Dish Installing the Antenna onto a Brick Surface Installing the Antenna onto a Cinder Block Surface Toggler installation steps Installing the Antenna onto a Metal Pole Attaching the Reflector onto the LNB Support Arm Attaching the Antenna Assembly to the Mast or PoleAssembling the HANT-3S Antenna Grounding the Metal Pole Mount Grounding the Base PlateInstalling and Routing the LNB Coaxial Cable Connecting the Coaxial Cable to the LNB Attaching the LNB to the LNB Support ArmRouting the LNB Cable to the Satellite Receiver Connecting the Satellite DishPositioning the Satellite Dish Pointing the Dish Using the Box Method Page Authorizing Your Service UssbPage Basic Channel Changing Watching Satellite ProgrammingChannel Banner LogoBelt Information BannerOneLine Guide TurboTuneAlt. Audio Alternate ServicesData Page ON-SCREEN Guides Choosing the Guide StyleGeneral On-Screen Guide Features Using PreSelect to Schedule Programs for ViewingProgram Guide SM. Cell Program Guide LG. Cell Title Guide Logo GuideFiltering the Guides Theme FiltersChannel List Guide TimesDone Information ScreenClass Filters ViewPreSelect To View Cancel PreSelectCancel Purchase Buy $Show Times Your RECEIVER’S Menu System Menu OverviewMain Menu Places to go from the Main MenuPlaces to go from the Setup Menu Setup MenuThings to do on the Main Menu Scheduler Things to do on the Setup MenuCurrent settings overview Things to do on the Scheduler screenThings to do on the Check Mail screen Check MailPurchases MessagePlaces to go from the Purchases screen New CardThings to do on the Purchases screen Unlocking Procedure Locking ProcedureLock/Unlock Places to go from the Preferences screen PreferencesThings to do on the Preferences screen Advanced Preferences Things to do on the Advanced Preferences screenData Port Factory DefaultsLimits Phone PrefixMax Rating Channel ListsThings to do on the Limits screen Max SpendingPlaces to go from the Channel Lists screen Things to do on the Channel Lists screenPlaces to go from the Installation screen InstallationThings to do on the Turbotune Setup screen Things to do on the Installation screenPosition System TestThings to do on the System Test screen Receiver TestProgramming Your Remote 8 Control Programming the Remote ControlCode Scan Code Entry Brand TelevisionsAUX Using the Remote Control Controlling Other Components Using the AUX ButtonAssigning a Device to a Different Device Key Page Limited Warranty Revision a