DirecTV R15, User Manual

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DIRECTV Plus ® - User Guide
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10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specifi ed by the manufacturer, or sold
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combina-
tion to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or mois-
ture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• CAUTION: Avoid moisture to reduce the risk of fi re or electric shock. The DIRECTV Plus
Receiver should not be used near water (for example, kitchen sink, bathtub, pool, damp
basement). Also, never spill liquid on the receiver, and do not place vases or other vessels
containing liquid on top of it.
• Ensure proper ventilation — the vent slots on the DIRECTV Plus Receiver must be left
uncovered to allow proper airfl ow to the unit. Blocking the airfl ow to the unit could impair
performance or damage your receiver and other components.
• Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DIRECTV Plus Receiver.
Also, do not stack the receiver on top of a “hot component” such as an audio power amplifi er.
• Protect your components from power surges by connecting all the components before plugging
any power cords into the wall outlet. Use of a surge protector is also recommended.
• Don’t overload power outlets or extension cords, which can result in the risk of fi re or shock. It’s
also important to use only the type of power source indicated on the marking label or in this
manual.
• To prevent electrical shock, this apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a
protective earthing and fully inserted.
• Avoid audio hum or interference by inserting all cable plugs fi rmly into their jacks. Also, place
Audio/Video (A/V) cables to the sides of the TV back panel rather than down the middle once
Note to Satellite Dish Installer
This reminder is provided to call your attention to articles 810 and 820 of the 2002 National Electrical Code. Refer to
article 810, in particular 810-1 and 810-15, for required grounding of the metal structure of the dish antenna. Refer also
to the 810-2 which, by reference to article 820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be connected to the
grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
The apparatus shall not be exposed
to dripping or splashing and that
no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.