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Connections & Setup
Chapter 2 27
Testing the DIRECTV
®
HD Receiver
The System Test lets you check the status of your satellite signal, access card, phone line
connection, and other system information. This is helpful in troubleshooting should you
experience problems with your HD Receiver.
To start the System Test:
1. Press the MENU button on your remote control.
2. Highlight SYSTEM SETUP and press SELECT.
3. Highlight System and press SELECT.
4. Highlight System Test and press SELECT.
The System Test screen appears. The test will begin as soon as the screen
appears. Results are displayed in a moment.
If the test discovers a problem with the satellite tuning, check that the
satellite dish is pointed properly, and that nothing is obstructing the direct
view to the satellite (over time trees can grow enough to block a previously
open view).
If the test discovers a problem with the access card, check that the card is
properly inserted. (See Insert the Access Card on page 9 for details.)
For problems with the phone line connection, make sure that the HD Receiver is connected
to a phone line, and that the phone line is working. (Try plugging a telephone into the line
you are using for the HD Receiver; check to see if the phone gets a dial tone. If so, the line
is working.)
5. When you have nished the system test, you can do the following:
• run the test again by selecting Test Again
• exit the menu system by pressing EXIT on your remote control
• return to the System menu by selecting Back .
Upgrades
Your HD Receiver is able to receive upgrades or modications to some of its features and
functions. These modications will occur automatically, usually at times when the receiver would
likely be turned off.
If your receiver is on when an upgrade or modication is sent, you may experience a disruption
in reception for a minute or two. Your reception should return to normal after the modication
is complete. Your receiver must be plugged in to receive any upgrades. Do not unplug your
receiver while an upgrade is in progress. Please consult the System Upgrades menu item (in
the System section of the System Setup menu) to nd a schedule of upgrades or modications
planned by DIRECTV.