DirecTV HIRD-E86 - Manual (Page 13)

A First Look at the HD System
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HD System Components
There are three main components of the HD system. They are the DIRECTV PLUS™ satellite
dish antenna, the HD receiver, and the remote control.
The DIRECTV PLUS™ Satellite Dish Antenna
The satellite dish antenna is the
component that receives the digital
signals. It must be mounted to a solid
outdoor surface that allows a clear view
of the southern sky.
The large dish-shaped part is known as
the reflector. The oval-shaped DIRECTV
PLUS™ satellite dish antenna enables
reception of DIRECTV High Definition
Programming throughout the United
States and local stations in specific cities.
The dimenstions of the oval dish reflector
are approximately 18 inches high by 24
inches wide.
A Low Noise Block (LNB) Down
Converter assembly is attached to the
satellite dish antenna at the end of a
tubular arm. Your assembly provides for
receiving signals from multiple satellite
orbit locations and distributing the signal
to the HD receiver and up to 3 more DIRECTV digital satellite receivers through the use of a
multiswitch (not shown).
The mounting bracket and base plate make adjustments easy during installation. Once the
satellite dish antenna has been properly positioned to point toward the satellites, you should never
need to adjust it again.
Refer to the instructions included with the satellite dish for more details. Professional installation
is strongly recommended.
Reflector
LNBs
LNB support arm
Mast
Base plate
The satellite dish antenna parts. While your dish may vary
in appearance, the components are referred to using the
same names.