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Connecting components

Connect a terrestrial antenna

You can configure your DIRECTV® Receiver several ways depending on the additional audio/video components you want to use.

This chapter explains how to:

Connect a terrestrial (broadcast) TV antenna (this page).

Connect the optional RF remote control antenna (this page).

Connect and set-up a VCR (see page 8).

Integrate the DIRECTV Receiver into your existing audio or A/V system (see page 10).

At this point, you should have:

Verified that your system is operating properly.

Connected your DIRECTV Receiver to your TV.

Unplugged all components from electrical outlets.

You can connect a terrestrial (broadcast) TV antenna to your DIRECTV Receiver by connecting it to the DIRECTV Receiver’s TV ANT/CABLE IN jack (refer to figures on page 2). The remote control INPUT button allows you to switch between DIRECTV® programming and input from the terrestrial antenna.

Connect the RF remote

The DIRECTV Receiver uses an optional RF (radio frequency) remote control

control antenna

antenna that allows you to control your receiver from other rooms in your house.

 

1. Slide the antenna into the base as shown. No tools are required.

Assembling the optional RF antenna

2.Plug the RF remote control cable into the RF REMOTE connector on the DIRECTV Receiver rear panel (refer to figures on page 2).

3.Extend the cable and place the antenna in the desired location.

To achieve the best operating range from the remote control, position the antenna as high and as far away from metal objects as possible.

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