Philips DSX5250 manual Dish Configuration, Point Dish, System Test

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Dish Configuration

Use this function when setting up the satellite antenna to identify the type of dish in use.

To enter the dish configuration:

1.Press MENU on the remote.

2.Choose Installation/Dish Configuration.

3.Use the 3 and 4 buttons to highlight the dish you have.

4.Press OK to return to the Installation menu.

Point Dish

Use this function while manually pointing the dish to determine that it is correctly aligned with the satellite(s). Refer to the satellite dish installation manual for instructions.You may want to have a helper to read the onscreen displays during this procedure. Signal strength readings change approximately two seconds after the adjustment is made. Note that single dish installations often show higher signal strength than installations which receive signals from two or three satellites.The onscreen display will tell you how to align your dish for latitude, longitude, azimuth, and rotation based on your zip code.

To point a round dish:

1.Press MENU on the remote.

2.Choose Installation/Point Dish.

3.A dialog displays showing a signal strength meter.

4.Use the 1 or 2 buttons to change the transponder for the selected satellite.

5.Adjust the dish until the signal strength meter stabilizes at a maximum reading.The range is 0 to 100.

6.Press BACK to return to the Installation menu.

To point an oval dish:

1.Press MENU on the remote.

2.Choose Installation/Point Dish.

3.A dialog displays showing two (or three) signal strength meters, depending on the type of dish you selected in the Dish Configuration dialog.

4.Use the 3 or 4 arrow buttons to select a satellite.

5.Use the 1 or 2 buttons to change the transponder for the selected satellite.

6.Adjust the dish until the signal strength meters stabilize at a maximum reading.The range is 0 to 100.

7.Press BACK to return to the Installation menu.

System Test

The system test display shows you the results of system tests. This information is useful if you need to contact customer service.

To view the system test results:

1.Press MENU on the remote.

2.Choose Installation/System Test.

3.Use the up or down arrow buttons to scroll through the dialog.

Press the Page +/- buttons to scroll by a full page.

4.Press BACK to return to the Installation menu.

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Contents Page Power Cord Protection AccessoriesPower Sources Read InstructionsIII This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC U.S.A. Rules FCC Regulations and InformationDirectv General InformationFCC Part 68 Analog Device Warnings DirectvContents Using Menu Mode Features OverviewBefore You Start Guide Mode Standby ModeTV Mode Menu ModeAbout your Directv PLUSsatellite receiver Front ViewRear View About the remote Preparing your remote for use Fitting BatteriesConnecting to your existing equipment If your Television has RF Connection OnlyIf your Television has A/V Connectors If you have a TV and a VCR VCRInserting your Access Card Replacing the Access CardTo access the installation menu InstallationSwitching Your Receiver On and Off Enter Zip CodeDish Configuration Point DishSystem Test Zap Banner OperationAbout the banner Short banner Long bannerNotification Displays Browse BannerSong ID Displays While watching a program, you canHelp Using the Directv Programming GuideWhat’s in the Guide Menu Taglist Go to Date Other GuidesUsing the Guide To do thisDo this To tag a PPV program To enter the passwordTo tag a non-PPV program To untag a programPay Per View PPV To purchase a PPV programThemes To change audio tracks when availableFavorite Channels Alternate AudioGo to Date Options menuOther Guides TaglistMenu HelpNavigating in Menu Mode Using menu modeUsing Menu Mode Menu mode defaultsGeneral settings Screen FormatBanner Duration To change the contents of a Favorites List Favorite ChannelTo edit a Favorites List Name To change your password Access ControlChange Password Lock/Unlock the SystemMaturity Rating Channel LockSet Purchase Limit To set the Purchase LimitPreferred language Replace the Access CardTo replace the Access Card To choose the preferred languageCompleted Purchases UpgradesPurchases Pending PurchasesMail To view mailTo delete a message Troubleshooting Where to Find HelpSymptom Possible Solutions Volume too high Access card problemsRemote control doesn’t work You see a message that says a software upgrade is availableEPG GlossaryCAM IppvMPG PPVSPG Appendix a Installation in expert Mode Telephone PrefixApplication Type Specifications Keep in a Safe Place for Future ReferencePhilips