DirecTV SIR-S75 - Manual (Page 46)

Chapter 2: Setting up and connecting
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Activating your DIRECTV account
After you have installed and connected the the satellite dish and DIRECTV Receiver,
you must contact your service provider to create an account. To order programming
from DIRECTV, please call 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288).
With this Digital Satellite Receiver and the proper Satellite Dish Antenna, you may
be able to receive local channels from DIRECTV in certain markets. Additional
equipment may be required in some areas. Check with your retailer or visit
www.DIRECTV.com for information on availability of local channels from DIRECTV
in your area.
DIRECTV ® programming is provided in accordance with the terms and conditions of
the DIRECTV Customer Agreement, which is provided at DIRECTV.com or with your
first DIRECTV bill.
Activation of programming may be subject to credit approval and requires valid
service address, social security number and/or major credit card. Programming
subject to change. You must be physically located in the U.S. to receive DIRECTV
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service. DIRECTV ® services 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.
Upgrades
Your digital satellite receiver is able to receive upgrades or modifications to some of
its features and functions. These modifications will occur automatically, usually at
times when the receiver would likely be turned off.
If your receiver is on when an upgrade or modification is sent, you may experience a
disruption in reception for a minute or two. Your reception should return to normal
after the modification is complete. Your receiver must be plugged in to receive any
upgrades. Do not unplug your receiver while an upgrade is in progress. Please
consult the System Upgrades menu item (in the System section of the Setup menu)
to find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by DIRECTV.