Caring for your directv digital satellite recorder – DirecTV Digital Satellite Recorder User Manual
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C o n n e c t i n g
If you currently own a Dual LNB satellite dish antenna that is already connected to two
TVs, you can purchase a multiswitch (described on page 6) that will allow you to connect
two cables to your new recorder as well as one to an existing receiver for your second TV.
Using an Antenna or Cable Connection, in Addition to DIRECTV Programming
If you have an antenna or cable connection in addition to your satellite dish antenna, you
can watch antenna or cable channels while recording DIRECTV
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channels. However,
recording and other features (such as parental controls, purchasing pay per view programs,
viewing on-screen menus, or pausing live TV), do not work on cable or antenna channels.
Caring for your DIRECTV Digital Satellite Recorder
Do not drop. Your new recorder contains a hard disk drive that is constantly in motion; it
may be damaged if the recorder falls or is dropped. Place the recorder in a stable location.
Unplug before moving. To prevent damage to sensitive components such as the hard disk
drive, always unplug your recorder and then wait a moment for the hard disk to stop
spinning before moving it.
Do not stack. Your recorder is NOT designed to carry the weight of other consumer
components such as VCRs, DVD players, or A/V receivers.
Flat, hard surface. The recorder should rest on a flat, hard surface only. Do not operate it
on a carpet or other padded surface, as this can inhibit proper ventilation and cause the unit
to overheat.
Use a surge protector. Like all electronics equipment, your recorder can be damaged by
fluctuations in your power supply. Purchasing a surge protector is highly recommended. If
you purchase a surge protector that allows you to plug in both your recorder’s power and
your telephone cord, you may prevent damage to the parts of your recorder that are
connected to your phone line as well!
For information on how to switch
between watching antenna or
cable channels and watching DIRECTV
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channels, see the connection example in
Chapter 2 that is most appropriate to your
configuration.
The recorder does not have an on/
off switch. To turn the recorder on,
plug it in. The recorder, like a clock or a
refrigerator, is designed for constant use
and does not need to be turned off. If you
must turn it off—for example, to move it—
simply unplug it. (The recorder does have
an optional standby mode, explained on
Be sure to read the safety
instructions on page 148.
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