DirecTV D10-300 User Manual

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This “bolt of lightning” indicates uninsulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock.For the safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering.

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TE:This owner's manual may be used with several different models. Not all features (or drawings) discussed in

NO this manual will necessarily match those found with your system.This is normal and does not require you contacting your dealer or requesting service.

DIRECTV programming sold separately. ACTIVATION OF PROGRAMMING MAY BE SUBJECT TO CREDIT APPROVAL AND REQUIRES VALID SERVICE ADDRESS, SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER AND/OR MAJOR CREDIT CARD. DEPOSIT OR PREPAYMENT MAY BE REQUIRED. Programming subject to change. DIRECTV service not available outside the U.S. DIRECTV programming is sold separately and independently of DIRECTV System hardware. A valid programming subscription is required to operate DIRECTV System hardware. Activate your DIRECTV programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288)

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Safety Instructions - Read Before Operating Equipment

Important Safety Instructions:

1 - Read these instructions.

2 - Keep these instructions.

3 - Heed all warnings.

4 - Follow all instructions.

5 - Do not use this apparatus near water.

6 - Clean onl

7 - Do not block an newspapers, table clothes, curtains, etc.

8 - Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. No naked flame sources, such as candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

9 - This apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

10 - Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other.

A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong.The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

11 - Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

12 - Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

13 - Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.When a cart is used,

14 - Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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y ventilation openings. Leave minimum distances around the apparatus. Do not cover ventilation openings with items, such as

use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tipover.

15 - Refer all servicing to qualified 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 moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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Safety Instructions (cont’d), General Information

This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights.The anticopy process is licensed for non-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

Article 820-40 of the NEC (National Electrical Code) provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point cable entry as practical.

WARNING

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Regulations and Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception (which you can determine by turning the equipment off and on), you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving satellite dish antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

IMPORTANT

Any changes or modifications to the equipment by the user not expressly approved by the warranty or manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Domestic use U. S.A – For units used at 120V, use only the power supply cord which is supplied with the product.

ANALOG DEVICE WARNINGS

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Part 68 and Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA) This device complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. A label on the bottom panel of this equipment contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US : AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this number must be provided to the telephone company. The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0).To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company. The REN f are the REN without a decimal point. For the receiver, 0.1 means a REN of 0.1. Note : RENs are associated with loop-start and ground-start ports. Do not use for E & M or digital ports.

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A plug and jack used to connect the receiver to the premises wiring and telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and requirements adopted by ACTA. A compliant telephone cord is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected If the receiver causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of ser Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone netw the problem is resolved. This equipment is of a type that is not intended to be r This equipment cannot be used on public coin phone ser is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.

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Contents

Package Contents ......................................................6

Front and Rear Panels ..............................................7

Access Card ................................................................8

Connections

Antenna and Phone ................................................9

TV............................................................................10

Audio

VCR/DVD recorder................................................12

Remote Contr

Setup Wizard ................................................................17

Watching TV..................................................................18

Enhanced User Features

Favorite Channels ..................................................19

Program Guide

DIRECTV ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE

............................................................................20-21

Reminders ..............................................................21

PPV (Pay Per View)................................................21

Guide Menu ........................................................22-23

......................................................................11

ol Use........................................13-16

Main Menu

Using the Main Menu ............................................24

Preferences ............................................................25

Preferred Language ............................................25

Screen Format ....................................................25

Banner Duration..................................................26

arental Controls ..................................................27

Lock the System ..................................................27

Channel Locks

Set Spending Limit..............................................28

Set Rating Limit ..................................................28

Replace Access Card ..........................................28

Purchases ..............................................................29

Setup..................................................................30-31

System Upgrades ..................................................31

Messages ................................................................32

Caller ID ................................................................32

Troubleshooting........................................................33

Technical specifications............................................34

Limited Warranty ....................................................35

Protection Plan..........................................Back cover

......................................................27

Package Contents

S-VIDEO

Infrared (IR) Universal

Remote Control with

two AA Batteries

DIRECTV®Receiv

User Guide

Power Supply Cord

RJ-11 Telephone Cord

RCA Type Audio/Video

Connecting Cable

Access Card

S-Video Connecting Cable

Front and Rear Panels

Front Panel

Power indicator Lights when the DIRECTV Receiver is on.

WER button

PO Turns the DIRECTV®Receiver on or puts it in Standby.

Guide button

ys Program Guide.

Displa

MENU button Displays the Main Menu.

Sat In (*) Connect the coaxial cable from the Satellite Dish antenna

. Details are on page 9.

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Arrow buttons (;:,9)

vigates through the Guide and menus.

Na While watching Satellite programming, use the ,9arrows to channel up or down.

Rear Panel

Info button Switches between program information in the banner and the program details screen.

Active button For future use.

SELECT button Confirms a selection.

TV/VCR Output (*)

Antenna Input (*) Connect to an off-air antenna or analog cable system.

Details on page 10.

Channel 3/4 s S-Video Output (*) Component Video Output (*)

Video output 1

Left/right Audio output 1

Secondary Audio/Video Outputs

Note : The identification sticker can be located underneath your receiver.

witch :

AC power input (***) Connect the supplied power cord here.

Phone jack (**) Connect the supplied phone

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(*) SELV: Safety Extra Low Voltage

(**) TNV3: Telecommunication

Network Voltage

(***) HV: Hazardous Voltage

Access Card

The access card provided with your system includes information about your purchase authorization and other data.To watch channels, your viewing access card needs to be inserted in the access card slot on the front of your DIRECTV Receiver.

The access card needs to be inserted during system setup and generally does not need to be removed. Each access card has a unique number. Be sure to record this

umber in the space provided on the second page of this manual in the “For

n Customer Use” section for future reference.

1. Open the flip-down door on the front of the DIRECTV Receiver.

2. Gently insert the access card into the slot, following instructions on the card,

until it meets the stop. Do not use undue force.The end should be visible outside the slot.

3. Keep your access card permanently inserted in your DIRECTV Receiver.

If you have to reinsert the card, follow the instructions on the card, making sure the gold chip is facing down.

Caution

YOUR ACCESS CARD IS FRAGILE.

ALWAYS INSERT CORRECTLY AND CAREFULLY.

DO NOT BEND.

DO NOT REMOVE AND RE-INSERT UNNECESSARILY.

NEVER SUBMERGE IN LIQUID OR APPLY CLEANING FLUIDS.

RESET button

Resets the receiver.

Antenna and Phone

Connections

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1- Connect the RF coaxial cable from the satellite dish to the SAT IN connector. 2- If you have cable (CATV) or an off-air antenna, connect its RF coaxial cable to the OFF AIR IN connector 3- Using the telephone cord (supplied), connect one end of it to a phone jack in your home. Connect the other end to

the PHONE JA

ograms,

4- Connect one end of the AC power cord (supplied) to the Receiver's AC IN plug. 5- Do not plug your DIRECTV Receiver to the mains power outlet until all connections are done.

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CK input on the rear of the Receiver.To enjoy uninterrupted programming and to order pay per view DIRECTV

ust be contin

uously connected to a land-based phone line.

Connections (cont’d)

Unplug all equipment from the AC outlet before making connections. There are several options for connecting the video and audio outputs of your DIRECTV® Receiver, depending on the type

of equipment you want to connect and the quality of signal you want to achieve.The following chart summarizes your options for video connections. Select either A, B, or C and refer to the illustration and steps below to connect.

Option Video Signal Quality Video Output

A Very Good S-VIDEO OUT B Good VIDEO OUT 1 C Standard RF - OUT to TV

Note : The TV rear panel shown above has jacks for all possible connections.Your TV’s rear panel may differ.

A. Using a S-VIDEO cable (supplied),

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on the

B. Using the RCA type cable (supplied), connect one end to the OUT 1 VIDEO jack (yellow) on the Receiver to the VIDEO

. Select the proper input on your TV.

IN on the

C.Using the RF coaxial cable (not supplied),

jack on the TV.Turn the TV on and select channel 3 or 4, whichever is not used or least used in your area. Set the CHANNEL

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Note : If only one plug is connected on either left or right mono audio output will be delivered by your DIRECTV ®receiver

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er to the S-VIDEO IN

Connections (cont’d)

Audio

Unplug all equipment from the AC outlet before making connections. There are several options for connecting the audio outputs of your DIRECTV® Receiver, depending on the type of equipment you want to connect.The following chart summarizes your additional options for audio connections. Refer to the illustration and steps belo

w to connect.

Note : This illustration shows a home theater stereo receiver and TV rear panel for possible connections.Your home theater system stereo receiver or TV rear jack panel may differ.

Using the RC AUDIO OUT 1 LEFT and RIGHT connectors on the Receiver and the other ends to the left and right AUDIO IN on the home theater ster

A type cable (supplied), connect the left (white) and right (red) jacks of one end of the cables to the

eo receiver or TV. Select the proper input on the home theater stereo receiver or TV.

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