Zenith HD-SAT520 - Manual (Page 20)

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3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS
3-1. Unpacking
DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver
The DIRECTV HD Receiver is capable of receiving signals from the satellite dish, cable, and/or over-the-air
antenna and sending the decoder signals to your TV.
Remote Control
In addition to the DIRECTV HD Receiver, the remote control can be programmed to control many other
devices.
Batteries
To install the batteries, slide open the battery compartment and insert the two AA batteries provided.
S-Video Jack and Cable
An S-Video jack is provided on the DIRECTV HD Receiver and is used together with audio cables.
Remember to connect the left and right audio cables. An S-Video jack carries only the picture signals, not
the sound.
Audio/Video Jacks and Cables
The Audio/Video jacks provide excellent picture and sound quality. They are used for making most
Audio/Video connections between components. The Audio/Video jacks may be color coded (yellow for
video, red for right audio, and white for left audio). If your component has only one input for audio (mono),
connect it to the left (white L/mono) audio jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver.
RF (Radio Frequency) Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type)
RF jacks are necessary for reception of over-the-air broadcasts, cable, and DIRECTV signals. These jacks
are also required for antenna or cable connections. The RF and coaxial jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver
are labeled: Antenna, Cable, Satellite and OUT TO TV. An RG-6 type coaxial cable is required for satellite
signal distribution.
Telephone Jack and Cord
A telephone line cord is required to connect the DIRECTV HD Receiver to a phone line. To subscribe to
DIRECTV
® programming, this phone line is required to be connected.
Component Out Jacks and Cables
Component Cables are used to connect the DIRECTV HD Receiver to an industry standard Y/PB/PR com-
patible HD Monitor.
DVI-HDTV port and Cable
DVI cable is used to connect the DIRECTV HD Receiver to an industry standard DVI-HDTV compatible HD
monitor that supports HDCP. (A DVI cable is not supplied.)
Access Card
Access Card is the means by which DIRECTV controls the distribution of its service. The card must be
inserted into the access card slot (on the rear of the DIRECTV HD Receiver) at all times to ensure reception
of satellite signals.