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Tip
When you order programming, you need to know
your access card and receiver ID numbers. To get
these numbers, select System Setup from the Main
menu, then System Test.
Wait for the system to run all of its tests. The access
card and receiver ID numbers are displayed at the
end of the system test.
Write the access card and receiver ID numbers in the
space below for easy reference:
Important!
If local channels are available in your area and you
decide to subscribe, the receiver will need to
download all of your program guide information
again. This might take a few minutes. See “Wait for
the Receiver to Download ADVANCED PROGRAM
GUIDE™ Information” on page 8 for more
information.
Selecting a VCR Type
In order to use the One-Touch Record and Record Timer features, you need to tell the satellite
receiver which VCR brand you are using.
1. Tune the TV to its satellite receiver viewing channel (either 03, 04, or the TV’s appropriate input
channel depending on your connections).
2. Press MENU on the remote control to display the satellite receiver’s Main menu.
3. Highlight and select number 7, System Setup.
4. Highlight and select number 3, Receiver Options.
5. Highlight and select number 2, Set VCR Type.
6. Highlight and select the name of your VCR manufacturer.
Note: If you do not see your VCR manufacturer’s name, select Other (at the bottom of the list) and enter the
appropriate code from the VCR Remote Control code list on pages 14-15.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to ensure that you are using the correct code (if you need more
assistance while in a menu, press the remote control’s INFO button for details).
Note: Some VCR brands may not be capable of being controlled by the receiver.
Complete the Assisted Setup
If you installed your satellite dish antenna yourself, you may have already used the Assisted Setup to find dish-pointing coordinates, acquire and fine-
tune the signal, and run a system test.
If you need to run the setup again, select System Setup from the Main menu, then select Assisted Setup.
To check your dish-pointing coordinates or run the signal strength meter, display the Main menu, then select System Setup, and finally Dish Pointing.
Order Programming
After you have installed your DIRECTV® System, you should contact DIRECTV to order DIRECTV®
programming.
With this receiver and the proper satellite dish antenna, you may be able to subscribe to local
channels from DIRECTV in certain areas. Additional equipment may be required in some markets.
Check with your retailer or visit
DIRECTV.com for information on availability of local channels from
DIRECTV in your area.
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. Professional and collegiate sports subscriptions sold separately.
Eligibility for local channels based on service address within certain designated market areas as
defined by Nielsen Media Research, Inc. In some areas served by members or affiliates of the National
Rural Telecommunications Cooperative, local channels may be available from DIRECTV rather than the
NRTC member or affiliate. Programming, pricing, terms and conditions subject to change. Hardware
and programming sold separately. Pricing is residential. Taxes not included. Equipment specifications
and programming options may vary in Alaska and Hawaii. DIRECTV services not provided 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. Receipt of DIRECTV
programming is subject to the terms of the DIRECTV Customer Agreement; a copy is provided at
DIRECTV.com and in your first bill. Activate your DIRECTV
®
programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-
800-347-3288).