Hughes HIRD-D45, Owner'S Manual

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This chapter provides step-by-step instructions for setting up your DIRECTV System and connecting it
to your television or entertainment system. As you are reading this now, it is assumed that you have
already opened and unpacked the box.
The carton includes the digital satellite receiver itself, an access card (already installed in the digital
satellite receiver behind the door), the HRMC-5 remote control (batteries included), a telephone cable,
an RF cable, a A/V cable, and this manual. Complete systems also include the parts to assemble a
satellite dish antenna complete with a single output or dual output LNB. Contact your dealer if
anything is missing or damaged. Note that hardware and cables needed for installation are not
included. Please save all packing materials until the installation of your system is complete in case
anything needs to be returned.
You now need to decide where you want to place the digital satellite receiver. Choose a location near
your TV where the power cord or cables will not be inadvertently disconnected. The location should
also be well ventilated. Do not set electronic components or other objects (including this manual) on
top of the digital satellite receiver or otherwise block its cooling vents.
It is recommended that you have your DIRECTV System professionally installed. This is due to safety
issues, electrical codes, and assurance of a quality installation.
If you should choose to perform the
installation yourself, please pay special attention to the precautions in the front of this manual
and refer to the chapter “Installing and Pointing Your Satellite Dish Antenna."
You may also
want to obtain the Do-It-Yourself Installation Kit , sold separately.
Installing Remote Control
Batteries
{ XE "Remote control:batteries" } Before the remote control can be used, the supplied AAA batteries
need to be installed. First, unsnap the battery cover from the back of
the remote control. Install each fresh battery as shown, making sure
that the + and - on each battery line up with the marks in the battery
compartment. Next, snap the cover back onto the remote control.
Finally, press a key on the remote control to verify that one of the
mode keys light up, indicating that it is operating properly. If a key
doesn’t light, make sure that the batteries are fresh and that each is
inserted in the right direction.
Refer to “Programming Your Remote Control” for setting the codes
to control the devices in your entertainment system.
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SETTING UP YOUR
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Battery installation