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...while the item is highlighted. TV (Satellite), VCR, DVD or AUX FORMAT Cycles the resolution and screen formats that are set to DIRECTV ADVANCE PLAY FFWD RECORD LIST Displays your DIRECTV® HD System is to items in a menu, such as the Guide, moves entire page up or down , left and ... direction needed in Settings. Note: Don't worry about your To Do List of the MODE SWITCH TV POWER/ON/OFF Turns your TV and DIRECTV HD Receiver on the position of programs EXIT Exits any buttons while you visited previously RED Function changes with context - Also, avoid pressing any menu and...
...while the item is highlighted. TV (Satellite), VCR, DVD or AUX FORMAT Cycles the resolution and screen formats that are set to DIRECTV ADVANCE PLAY FFWD RECORD LIST Displays your DIRECTV® HD System is to items in a menu, such as the Guide, moves entire page up or down , left and ... direction needed in Settings. Note: Don't worry about your To Do List of the MODE SWITCH TV POWER/ON/OFF Turns your TV and DIRECTV HD Receiver on the position of programs EXIT Exits any buttons while you visited previously RED Function changes with context - Also, avoid pressing any menu and...
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DIRECTV Pay Per View offers a handy choice in the family. With its astounding variety of channels and choices and unbeatable high-definition technology... Even ... recent hit movies, plus exciting live sports, concerts and specials. Introduction Welcome Congratulations on -screen directions to lead you 'd want in your entertainment experience, the DIRECTV® HD Receiver has been designed to be simple and user-friendly. There are self-explanatory, with something sure to the family...
DIRECTV Pay Per View offers a handy choice in the family. With its astounding variety of channels and choices and unbeatable high-definition technology... Even ... recent hit movies, plus exciting live sports, concerts and specials. Introduction Welcome Congratulations on -screen directions to lead you 'd want in your entertainment experience, the DIRECTV® HD Receiver has been designed to be simple and user-friendly. There are self-explanatory, with something sure to the family...
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If you get your DIRECTV HD Receiver. See "Resolutions and Interlacing" on page 6, for broadcasting TV signals delivering higher...-Definition Digital TV is the type of 480i. 4 EDTV (enhanced definition TV) is digital TV that can receive and display digital images. 4 SDTV (standard definition TV) is digital TV that offers a high picture quality...broadcasts from regular TV? Introduction Defining High-Definition What is HD, and how does it 's the type you receive, and most familiar with. To learn more, here's some helpful information about high-definition and your ...
If you get your DIRECTV HD Receiver. See "Resolutions and Interlacing" on page 6, for broadcasting TV signals delivering higher...-Definition Digital TV is the type of 480i. 4 EDTV (enhanced definition TV) is digital TV that can receive and display digital images. 4 SDTV (standard definition TV) is digital TV that offers a high picture quality...broadcasts from regular TV? Introduction Defining High-Definition What is HD, and how does it 's the type you receive, and most familiar with. To learn more, here's some helpful information about high-definition and your ...
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...vary based on off-air local channels, you will also need , in addition to your DIRECTV HD Receiver: 4 A high-definition TV set (or HDTV monitor) 4 A triple LNB 18" x 20" DIRECTV Multi-Satellite dish antenna To enjoy select HD programming available on your geographic location. This is..., you'll need an off-air antenna (sold separately) connected to your DIRECTV HD Receiver. What You Can Watch With the DIRECTV HD Receiver, you have access to all types of televised programming, including: 4 DIRECTV high-definition and standard-definition digital programming via satellite, ...
...vary based on off-air local channels, you will also need , in addition to your DIRECTV HD Receiver: 4 A high-definition TV set (or HDTV monitor) 4 A triple LNB 18" x 20" DIRECTV Multi-Satellite dish antenna To enjoy select HD programming available on your geographic location. This is..., you'll need an off-air antenna (sold separately) connected to your DIRECTV HD Receiver. What You Can Watch With the DIRECTV HD Receiver, you have access to all types of televised programming, including: 4 DIRECTV high-definition and standard-definition digital programming via satellite, ...
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... by the aspect ratio of its broadcasts-referring to the shape of the screen as it is tall. You can be either 4:3 or 16:9. The DIRECTV HD Receiver lets you 're watching a nearly square-shaped 4:3 broadcast on TV. You can set up your options. Screen Formats What if you choose from a variety...
... by the aspect ratio of its broadcasts-referring to the shape of the screen as it is tall. You can be either 4:3 or 16:9. The DIRECTV HD Receiver lets you 're watching a nearly square-shaped 4:3 broadcast on TV. You can set up your options. Screen Formats What if you choose from a variety...
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...set this high-quality audio standard are broadcast using the Digital Audio Output (Optical, Coax or HDMI) from your DIRECTV HD Receiver is connected to a compatible Dolby Digital 5.1 channel A/V receiver and speaker setup, is Dolby® Digital 5.1. and high-range digital audio, plus one channel of a real... theater. The result, when your DIRECTV HD Receiver to Dolby Digital and SELECT On or Off. If you set your preference by A/V receivers capable of mid- Dolby Digital: if you should also setup the Digital Output. 8) Scroll ...
...set this high-quality audio standard are broadcast using the Digital Audio Output (Optical, Coax or HDMI) from your DIRECTV HD Receiver is connected to a compatible Dolby Digital 5.1 channel A/V receiver and speaker setup, is Dolby® Digital 5.1. and high-range digital audio, plus one channel of a real... theater. The result, when your DIRECTV HD Receiver to Dolby Digital and SELECT On or Off. If you set your preference by A/V receivers capable of mid- Dolby Digital: if you should also setup the Digital Output. 8) Scroll ...
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...install the dish yourself, see the separate instruction manual that came with your satellite dish antenna. Getting Connected POWER DIRECTV®HD Receiver H10 14 Making the Right Connections Making the Right Connections Ready to familiarize yourself with some important tips for safety and ... Before you can begin Your satellite dish antenna must be run into the room(s) where your receiver(s) will be sure to read over the following few pages to connect your DIRECTV® HD Receiver and your DIRECTV HD Receiver: 4 A/V cables (RCA type) 4 S-Video cable 4 Phone cord 4 Power cord ...
...install the dish yourself, see the separate instruction manual that came with your satellite dish antenna. Getting Connected POWER DIRECTV®HD Receiver H10 14 Making the Right Connections Making the Right Connections Ready to familiarize yourself with some important tips for safety and ... Before you can begin Your satellite dish antenna must be run into the room(s) where your receiver(s) will be sure to read over the following few pages to connect your DIRECTV® HD Receiver and your DIRECTV HD Receiver: 4 A/V cables (RCA type) 4 S-Video cable 4 Phone cord 4 Power cord ...
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... , however, be used . Opening/ removing covers may also void your power supply. Cautions... 4) Avoid moisture to disassemble the DIRECTV HD Receiver yourself; Be sure to a qualified service person when repair is subsequently used near water (i.e., kitchen sink, bathtub, pool,... your warranty. Chapter 2 15 Also, never spill liquid on the receiver, and do not place vases or other risks, and incorrect reassembly can cause shock when receiver is required. Safety & Care Safety & Care Your DIRECTV HD System has been designed and manufactured to prevent damage from fl...
... , however, be used . Opening/ removing covers may also void your power supply. Cautions... 4) Avoid moisture to disassemble the DIRECTV HD Receiver yourself; Be sure to a qualified service person when repair is subsequently used near water (i.e., kitchen sink, bathtub, pool,... your warranty. Chapter 2 15 Also, never spill liquid on the receiver, and do not place vases or other risks, and incorrect reassembly can cause shock when receiver is required. Safety & Care Safety & Care Your DIRECTV HD System has been designed and manufactured to prevent damage from fl...
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...or when unused for required grounding of the metal structure of fire or shock. Getting Connected 16 Safety & Care 6) Have your DIRECTV HD Receiver professionally serviced (do not attempt to service it yourself ) if: 4 The power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed 4 ...820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be walked on the marking label or in this manual. 9) Always unplug the DIRECTV HD Receiver, TV and other equipment before you follow operating instructions as described in this manual and its Troubleshooting section. 7) Protect your components from...
...or when unused for required grounding of the metal structure of fire or shock. Getting Connected 16 Safety & Care 6) Have your DIRECTV HD Receiver professionally serviced (do not attempt to service it yourself ) if: 4 The power supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed 4 ...820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be walked on the marking label or in this manual. 9) Always unplug the DIRECTV HD Receiver, TV and other equipment before you follow operating instructions as described in this manual and its Troubleshooting section. 7) Protect your components from...
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... or disassembly is recommended. 20) Use only manufacturer authorized accessories and parts. POWER DIRECTV®HD Receiver H10 Important This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that the rack or cabinet the receiver is placed on top of the DIRECTV HD Receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to being tipped over...
... or disassembly is recommended. 20) Use only manufacturer authorized accessories and parts. POWER DIRECTV®HD Receiver H10 Important This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that the rack or cabinet the receiver is placed on top of the DIRECTV HD Receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to being tipped over...
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...splitter will not work and to activate your DIRECTV® service. Off-Air Digital Antenna This antenna attaches to the back of the above components. Getting Connected POWER DIRECTV®HD Receiver H10 DIRECTV 18 Helpful Hardware Reference Helpful Hardware References ...General Satellite Dish Antenna This is used to receive local "off-air" digital broadcasts (not included). DIRECTV HD Receiver (or Satellite Receiver) Your DIRECTV HD Receiver picks up the broadcast...
...splitter will not work and to activate your DIRECTV® service. Off-Air Digital Antenna This antenna attaches to the back of the above components. Getting Connected POWER DIRECTV®HD Receiver H10 DIRECTV 18 Helpful Hardware Reference Helpful Hardware References ...General Satellite Dish Antenna This is used to receive local "off-air" digital broadcasts (not included). DIRECTV HD Receiver (or Satellite Receiver) Your DIRECTV HD Receiver picks up the broadcast...
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...jack uses HDCP content protection to allow you may need to purchase additional cables depending on your setup. DVI carries video only. you to receive the audio signal. Chapter 2 19 For the best access to HD programming at the highest available resolution, connect this to as " YPbPr...connectors colored green, red and blue-one for each component of the HD video signal. It uses three separate cables-with your digital satellite receiver; Y Pr Pb Note that has been encoded using the HDCP protection system. HDMI cable not included. Helpful Hardware Reference Digital Cables & Connections...
...jack uses HDCP content protection to allow you may need to purchase additional cables depending on your setup. DVI carries video only. you to receive the audio signal. Chapter 2 19 For the best access to HD programming at the highest available resolution, connect this to as " YPbPr...connectors colored green, red and blue-one for each component of the HD video signal. It uses three separate cables-with your digital satellite receiver; Y Pr Pb Note that has been encoded using the HDCP protection system. HDMI cable not included. Helpful Hardware Reference Digital Cables & Connections...
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... Jack and Cable) Coaxial digital audio jacks and cables (cable not included) send digital audio data to receive and interpret it. The jack and cable use light to send digital audio data to A/V receivers equipped to A/V receivers equipped with coaxial digital audio input jacks. Coaxial cable provides a high quality audio signal over copper...
... Jack and Cable) Coaxial digital audio jacks and cables (cable not included) send digital audio data to receive and interpret it. The jack and cable use light to send digital audio data to A/V receivers equipped to A/V receivers equipped with coaxial digital audio input jacks. Coaxial cable provides a high quality audio signal over copper...
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...Audio/Video (A/V) cables provide excellent picture quality and stereo sound, and should be used if your TV has only one input for left audio). The DIRECTV HD Receiver's A/V jacks are color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio and white for audio (mono), connect it to the left and right... audio cables to connect the left (white) audio jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver. Standard Cables and Connections Note that use the following connections, you use of any of the connections listed below will not deliver an HDTV ...
...Audio/Video (A/V) cables provide excellent picture quality and stereo sound, and should be used if your TV has only one input for left audio). The DIRECTV HD Receiver's A/V jacks are color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio and white for audio (mono), connect it to the left and right... audio cables to connect the left (white) audio jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver. Standard Cables and Connections Note that use the following connections, you use of any of the connections listed below will not deliver an HDTV ...
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... PBX phone system - You will need an RJ11-type modulator jack (the most common type of your DIRECTV HD Receiver. Line Splitter The line splitter lets you choose to subscribe to DIRECTV programming. Getting Connected Other Connections Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line cord is used to connect to ...antenna. Satellite In and Off-Air In Coaxial cables are labeled SATELLITE IN, OFF AIR IN. The RF jacks on the receiver are used to periodically call DIRECTV. doing so may permanently damage your equipment and void your house via an RF remote control. Then configure the ...
... PBX phone system - You will need an RJ11-type modulator jack (the most common type of your DIRECTV HD Receiver. Line Splitter The line splitter lets you choose to subscribe to DIRECTV programming. Getting Connected Other Connections Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line cord is used to connect to ...antenna. Satellite In and Off-Air In Coaxial cables are labeled SATELLITE IN, OFF AIR IN. The RF jacks on the receiver are used to periodically call DIRECTV. doing so may permanently damage your equipment and void your house via an RF remote control. Then configure the ...
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...to switch easily between your DIRECTV HD System. You will also need to connect your DIRECTV HD Receiver to an A/V receiver capable of supporting it provides all the same advantages, and may offer additional features such as the ability to hook up to your DIRECTV programming, VCR, DVD player..., game system, etc. Helpful Hardware Reference Chapter 2 23 A/V Receiver More sophisticated than a switch box, it . Optional Audio/Video and Electronics Switch Box A ...
...to switch easily between your DIRECTV HD System. You will also need to connect your DIRECTV HD Receiver to an A/V receiver capable of supporting it provides all the same advantages, and may offer additional features such as the ability to hook up to your DIRECTV programming, VCR, DVD player..., game system, etc. Helpful Hardware Reference Chapter 2 23 A/V Receiver More sophisticated than a switch box, it . Optional Audio/Video and Electronics Switch Box A ...
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... - Displays the guide sort screen, so you press the key, it cycles to view programming. Getting Connected 24 Getting Familiar Getting Familiar DIRECTV HD Receiver Front Panel POWER DIRECTV®HD Receiver H10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 1) POWER - Each time you can sort the Guide to last...
... - Displays the guide sort screen, so you press the key, it cycles to view programming. Getting Connected 24 Getting Familiar Getting Familiar DIRECTV HD Receiver Front Panel POWER DIRECTV®HD Receiver H10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 1) POWER - Each time you can sort the Guide to last...
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Insert your DIRECTV Access Card Locate the access card that came packed with your DIRECTV HD Receiver materials and insert the card, facing upward, fully into the slot. Getting Familiar Chapter 2 25
Insert your DIRECTV Access Card Locate the access card that came packed with your DIRECTV HD Receiver materials and insert the card, facing upward, fully into the slot. Getting Familiar Chapter 2 25
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...or stereo. 5) DIGITAL AUDIO COAXIAL - Used to another component, such as a VCR. Connect the second RCA-type composite VIDEO jack to receive local, off-air digital broadcast channels. 2) YPbPr/COMPONENT VIDEO (Green, Red, Blue) - Provides a high quality digital audio signal. Provides ...good picture quality. Getting Connected Receiver Rear Panel 2 5 9 OFF AIR IN 1 32 4 6 78 10 11 12 13 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated...
...or stereo. 5) DIGITAL AUDIO COAXIAL - Used to another component, such as a VCR. Connect the second RCA-type composite VIDEO jack to receive local, off-air digital broadcast channels. 2) YPbPr/COMPONENT VIDEO (Green, Red, Blue) - Provides a high quality digital audio signal. Provides ...good picture quality. Getting Connected Receiver Rear Panel 2 5 9 OFF AIR IN 1 32 4 6 78 10 11 12 13 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated...
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... your program provider. 13) AC POWER INLET - Additional hardware may be required. 12) PHONE - The DIRECTV HD Receiver requires a land-based telephone line connection to communicate periodically with the audio jacks (SVideo only carries picture information, not sound...YPbPr/component video. 9) RF REMOTE ANTENNA - Provides the best digital-quality audio signal. 8) HDMI - Connects the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the satellite dish antenna. 11) LOW SPEED DATA - 6) S-VIDEO - Use to receive the signal from your remote when it along with your TV. 7) DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL - If your...
... your program provider. 13) AC POWER INLET - Additional hardware may be required. 12) PHONE - The DIRECTV HD Receiver requires a land-based telephone line connection to communicate periodically with the audio jacks (SVideo only carries picture information, not sound...YPbPr/component video. 9) RF REMOTE ANTENNA - Provides the best digital-quality audio signal. 8) HDMI - Connects the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the satellite dish antenna. 11) LOW SPEED DATA - 6) S-VIDEO - Use to receive the signal from your remote when it along with your TV. 7) DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL - If your...