Main Menu (cont’d)
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Setup: System Test

This option performs a test of the system. This information is useful
in troubleshooting if you need to contact customer service.
To run a system test:
1. At the Setup menu, select “System Test” and press OK. A mes-
sage “Test in progress, Please Wait . . .” may appear. After a
few seconds, the test results will display.

Setup: System Information

This option shows information about your hardware and software
that will be useful in troubleshooting if you need to contact cus-
tomer service.
To view system information:
1. At the Setup menu, select “System Information” and press OK.
2. Use the PAGE +/- buttons to scroll the information.
Main Menu: System Upgrades
Your DIRECTV®Receiver is able to receive upgrades or modifications to some of its features and functions. These modifi-
cations will occur automatically, usually at times when the DIRECTV Receiver is not likely to be in use. If your DIRECTV
Receiver is on when an upgrade or modification is sent, reception may be interrupted for a minute or two. Reception
should return to normal after the modification is complete. Your DIRECTV Receiver must be plugged in to receive an
upgrade. Do not unplug your DIRECTV Receiver while an upgrade is in progress. Consult the System Upgrades Menu to
find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by DIRECTV.
To view past or future upgrades:
1. Press MENU.
2. Select “System Upgrades” in the Main Menu and press OK.
3. Use the 89buttons to select “Past Upgrades” or “Future Upgrades” and press OK.
Setup: System Test
BACK to previous menu.
Enter ZIP Code
Dish Type
Point Dish
System Test
System Information
Tunung: OK
Signal Strength: 0
Access Card status: OK
Valid card
Access Card ID: 395015639
Modem status:
Line is in use
Setup: System Information
Page +/- for more information.
BACK to previous menu.
Enter ZIP Code
Dish Type
Point Dish
System Test
System Information
Jan 1, 1980 12:01:06 am
Daylight Savings:
Inactive
Manufacturer Brand: PHILIPS
IRD Model:
DSX5500
IRD Serial #: 12345678
IRD Receiver ID #:
9999-9999-9999
“System Test” menu
“System Information” menu
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