Differences among IRD data ports may result in different
message formats, and some messages may not be displayed on
the television screen. DSS messages you may see are listed in
Table 2-3.
Message
Definition
Searching for satellite –
The IRD is powered up and
please stand by
doesn’t detect the satellite signal.
Searching for program guide –
The system has found the satellite,
please stand by
but has been turned off for more
than approximately four hours. This
message appears for about
10 seconds.
Refer to your DSS User’s Manual for specific messages displayed
by your system.
2.6
Completing the Installation
Process
If the system has initialized properly and is functioning, replace
the radome on the baseplate (labels on the sides), securing it with
the eight pan head screws and flat washers removed at the start
of the installation process.
As noted previously, while some DIRECTV IRDs offer on-screen
messages, it is recommended that a PC be available for all
installations of both DIRECTV and EchoStar. This will permit the
installer to record the TracVision SA startup sequence to verify
that the unit is functioning within specified parameters. Baseline
startup parameters (with optimal ranges) have been provided in
2-15
Owner’s Manual and Installation/Service Guide
54-0149 Rev. D
If a need does arise to paint the
radome, ONLY use non-metallic
automotive paint to avoid
degrading the RF signal strength
and the reception quality.
Table 2-3
DSS On-screen Messages
