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Model Number | HD-SAT520 | DIRECTV
High-Definition Receiver
© Copyright 2002, Zenith Electronics Corporation

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  • Page 1 Operating Guide | Warranty ® Model Number | HD-SAT520 | DIRECTV High-Definition Receiver © Copyright 2002, Zenith Electronics Corporation...
  • Page 2 • If trouble is experienced with this product, for repair or warranty information, please contact Zenith Electronics Corporation. If the product is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the product until the problem is resolved.

  • Page 3: Declaration Of Conformity

    : (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any inter- ference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Trade Name / Model : Zenith / HD-SAT520 Responsible Party : LG Electronics Inc., Chicago office Address : 6133 North River RD Suite 1100 Rosemont, IL.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS OWNER’S MAN- UAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT. RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. This set has been designed and manufactured to assure personal safety. Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard.

  • Page 5: Important Information

    IMPORTANT INFORMATION Due to copyright restrictions, you may not be able to view some high definition programs in high definition format using this product. If HD viewing is prohibited due to copyright restric- tions, you would need to connect SD interfaces to view the program. In certain markets, access to local channels requires a DIRECTV Multi-Satellite Dish Antenna.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Introduction 2. Important Overview 3. Setup and Connections 4. Front Panel and Remote Control 5. Initial Setup ..............6.
  • Page 7  7. Advanced Program Guide 7-1. About the Advanced Program Guide 7-2. Layout of the Advanced Program Guide 7-3. Moving through the Advanced Program Guide 7-4. Selecting a Program ..... . . 7-5.

  • Page 8: Introduction

    DIRECTV ® programming. ATSC Tuner uses Zenith’s 4th generation VSB technology for improved over the air digital reception. Built in NTSC tuner with 4th digital comb filter provides optimum Video and Audio from terrestrial/cable analog program. ®...

  • Page 9: Main Features

    1-2. Main Features Ultimate Entertainment • A Wide Variety of Programs Hundreds of channels are available by subscription from DIRECTV. • DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide Instant access to up to three days of program listings. Ability to jump a day at a time. Ability to search and tune by program title, key word and category.

  • Page 10: Important Overview

    2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-1. Sending Signals Sat A 101 DIRECTV Digital broadcasting is a new way of sending programs over the airwaves with superior qual- ity video and audio. The DIRECTV tage of digital broadcasting. To fully enjoy it, you need to understand the ways the program signals are sent.

  • Page 11: Tv Signal Formats

    2-2. TV Signal Format Standard Comparison Table Signal Format Analog (NTSC) Active Lines Sound Aspect Ratio Resolution The digital TV standards allow several different formats. Broadcasters can choose between three formats: • 480p - The picture is 704 x 480 pixels, sent at 60 complete frames per second (480i is also possible).

  • Page 12: Display Formats

    2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-3. Display Formats The DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver provides several display formats. Display Format button in the front panel changes the display format in the cycle of 1080i, 720p, 480p, 480i, native, hybrid-1, hybrid-2, EZ DVI modes. In 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i modes, all input signal formats are converted to the chosen display format.

  • Page 13: Normal And Wide Format Signals

    2-4. Normal and Wide Format Signals When you view a high definition picture(16:9) with 480i or 480p format setting, the ratio button on the remote control changes the wide mode in the cycle of Letterbox, Cropped, to Squeezed. When you view a standard definition picture(4:3) with 720p or 1080i format setting, the ratio button on the remote control changes the wide mode in the cycle of Normal, Wide, Panorama, Zoom1, to Zoom2.
  • Page 14 2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-4. Normal and Wide Format Signals WHEN YOU SET THE DISPLAY FORMAT TO HDTV (1080i/720p) Program Format High Definition Output Format(16:9) No Adjustment Required High Definition (16:9) Normal Choose when you want to view a picture with an original 4:3 aspect ratio on your 16:9 TV.

  • Page 15: Audio Signals

    2-5. Audio Signals Digital Audio Signals center channel speaker left speaker sub-woofer surround sound speaker The DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver will be the focal center of your home entertainment system comprising a variety of components, such as TV, DVD, VCR, etc. and external audio systems. Since digital programs being broadcast contain digital-quality audio, you can create a home theater by send- ing audio signals from the DIRECTV HD Receiver to your audio system externally.
  • Page 16 2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-5. Audio Signals Analog Audio Signals Analog stereo amplifier Audio cables The analog audio outputs may be used to drive an external Hi-Fi audio system instead of the TV speakers. These stereo outputs are activated by setting the Analog Mode in the Audio menu to Stereo.

  • Page 17: On-Screen Display

    2-6. On-Screen Display Main Menu You can adjust the setup through a user-friendly on-screen menu using the remote control. While viewing a program, the on-screen menu will appear on your TV screen if you press the Menu button on your remote control. The on-screen menu is operated using a simple, straight-forward ‘Highlight and Select’...
  • Page 18 2. IMPORTANT OVERVIEW 2-6. On-Screen Display EZ Help First, certain features and terminologies used in the on-screen menus require your basic understanding to fully utilize their capabilities. The DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver pro- vides a powerful feature called “EZ Help” that describes highlighted menu item to help you understand the features.

  • Page 19: Setup And Connections

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-1. Unpacking Make sure you have received all these items listed below with the DIRECTV power Remote Control power mute ratio pg up pg dn signal sd/hd flashbk cc/date guide surf info menu help exit record stop skip pause...
  • Page 20 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.

  • Page 21: Receiver

    3-2. Back Panel of the DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver...
  • Page 22 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-2. Back Panel of the DIRECTV Ant In Is used to connect an over-the-air or terrestrial antenna. Cable In Is used to connect a coaxial cable coming from your cable TV service outlet or cable box. Out to TV Provides an RF connection between the DIRECTV HD Receiver and the TV.

  • Page 23: General Recommendations

    3-3. General Recommendations CAUTION: Make all connections before plugging the power supply cord into a standard 120V, 60Hz AC power outlet. You can connect the DIRECTV ® the following questions will determine the correct setup for you. - What type of antennas do you have? Satellite dish, cable, and/or over-the-air antennas. - What type of connectors does your TV or VCR have: Y/PB/PR, RGB, DVI-HDTV, S-VIDEO, A/V (RCA- type), or RF coaxial? - Do you have an external audio or audio/video system? Consider integrating the DIRECTV HD...

  • Page 24: Connecting To Antennas

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-4. Connecting to Antennas - No Dish Antenna Cable TV wall jack Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV using a coaxial RF cable. 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable.
  • Page 25 3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Round Dish (Satellite A) Antenna Cable TV wall jack Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV cable. 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable. 3.
  • Page 26 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Oval Dish (Satellite A, B) Antenna Cable TV wall jack Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV RF cable. 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable. 3.
  • Page 27 3-4. Connecting to Antennas - Oval Dish (Satellite A, B, C) Antenna Cable TV wall jack Receiving Signals 1. Connect the “Antenna” to the “ANT IN” jack on the DIRECTV cable. 2. Connect the cable TV signal to the “CABLE IN” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver using a coaxial RF cable. 3.
  • Page 28 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-5. TV Connection - Analog TV Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV a coaxial RF cable. 2. Connect the “AUDIO OUT” and “VIDEO OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “A/V IN” jack on your TV using RCA-type cables.

  • Page 29: Tv Connection

    3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (Y/PB/PR type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV a coaxial RF cable. 2. Connect the “COMPONENT OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “COMPONENT IN” jacks of your TV using RCA-type cables.
  • Page 30 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor (RGB type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV a coaxial RF cable. 2. Connect the “RGB OUT” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “RGB IN” jack of your TV using VGA-type connector. (The “TYPE”...
  • Page 31 3-5. TV Connection - HD Monitor with HDCP (DVI-HDTV type) Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV using a coaxial RF cable. 2. Connect the “DVI-HDTV OUT” jack on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “DVI-HDTV IN” jack of your TV using DVI-HDTV type connector.

  • Page 32: Vcr Connection

    3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-6. VCR Connection Antenna Cable TV wall jack TV Viewing Refer to Section 3.5, ‘TV Connection’. VCR Recording 1. Connect the “OUT TO TV” jack on the DIRECTV VCR using a coaxial RF cable. 2. Connect the “AUDIO OUT” and “VIDEO OUT” jacks on the DIRECTV HD Receiver to the “A/V IN” jack on your VCR using a RCA-type cable.

  • Page 33: Audio Connection

    3-7. Audio Connection - Digital Audio System Dolby AC-3 Connection 1. Connect the “DIGITAL AUDIO OUT” jack on the DIRECTV “SPDIF IN” jack on your Dolby Digital decoder using a digital optical cable. (A digital optical cable is not supplied.) SPDIF IN ®...
  • Page 34 3. SETUP AND CONNECTIONS 3-7. Audio connection - Analog Hi-Fi System Analog stereo amplifier Audio cables Hi-Fi System Connection 1. Connect the Left and Right “AUDIO OUT” jacks of the DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver to the Left and Right “INPUT” jacks on your Hi-Fi audio system.

  • Page 35: Using The Front Panel Of The Directv

    4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-1. Using the Front Panel of the DIRECTV power Power Turns the DIRECTV HD Receiver on or off. Front Display Window Shows DIRECTV HD Receiver status: Current display output format, output type, and channel number. Remote Control Sensor Receives signals from the remote control.

  • Page 36: Using The Remote Control

    4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-2. Using the Remote Control power mute ratio pg up pg dn cc/date signal sd/hd flashbk guide surf info menu help exit record stop skip pause play Power Turns the DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver on and off. If your remote control is programmed to control other components such as VCR, DVD, etc., Power will turn the component on and off.
  • Page 37 4-2. Using the Remote Control power mute ratio pg up pg dn cc/date signal sd/hd flashbk guide surf menu info help exit record stop skip pause play CH +/- Scrolls the channels up or down while you are viewing a program, or scrolls the program list in the Guide menu page by page.
  • Page 38 4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-2. Using the Remote Control power mute ratio pg up pg dn cc/date signal sd/hd flashbk guide surf info menu help exit record stop skip pause play Menu Brings up the main menu. You can return to normal viewing by pressing the Exit button or pressing the Menu button again.

  • Page 39: Programming The Remote Control

    4-3. Programming the Remote Control The DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver remote control is a multi-brand or universal remote control that can be programmed to control most remote-controllable devices from other man- ufacturers. NOTE The remote control may not control all models of other brands. 1.

  • Page 40: Remote Control Codes For Other Components

    004 116 Toshiba 015 138 030 007 040 062 101 051 Totevision Universal 008 009 Video Concepts Vidtech 004 116 Wards 004 008 009 019 028 060 061 063 064 072 074 116 Yamaha York Yupiteru Zenith 072 073 095 Zonda...
  • Page 41 Harman Kardon 012 045 Hitachi 004 026 034 Nordmende 043 150 063 Optonica 137 018 DVD Codes Code Supported Brands Zenith 2300 Toshiba Sony Pioneer Mitsubishi 031 033 Panasonic 066 070 083 031 033 145 133 140 012 013 015...
  • Page 42 4. FRONT PANEL AND REMOTE CONTROL 4-4. Remote Control Codes for Other Components AUX (AUDIO) Goldstar Hitachi Luxman Marantz Panasonic 003 015 036 Pioneer Toshia AUX (CD) Aiwa 149 178 189 202 219 Akai 134 165 200 Denon 101 190 221 222 223 Emerson 133 136 152...
  • Page 43 5. INITIAL SETUP CAUTION: Check your TV screen to determine the format required. The format must be set to appropriate mode using format button on the front panel. The on screen display or the pic- ture may not appear if the wrong format mode is selected. When you turn on the DIRECTV ®...

  • Page 44: Viewing The Channel Banner

    6. BASIC OPERATION 6-1. Viewing the Channel Banner The Channel Banner appears whenever you tune to a new channel or press the Info button on the remote control while viewing a program. It displays channel and program information in the ban- ner shown at the top of the screen.
  • Page 45 6-1. Viewing the Channel Banner Input Source Icon (DIRECTV) Indicates from which source the current program signal is being received. The DIRECTV Definition Receiver can receive a signal from ANT, ANT/Digital, CABLE or DIRECTV. Lock Icon ( Indicates that the lock system is activated. Alternate Audio ( ENGLISH DIRECTV and ATSC channels or programs sometimes provide multiple audio tracks, usually in differ-...

  • Page 46: Channel Surfing

    6. BASIC OPERATION 6-2. Channel Surfing The surf list appears on the TV screen when you press the Surf button on the remote control. It enables you to surf up to 50 favorite channels that were chosen in the Edit Channel section of the Setup menu.

  • Page 47: Subscription To Directv

    6-3. Subscription to DIRECTV ® programming and ANT/CABLE-Only operation The DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver is designed to receive signals from DIRECTV, ANT and /or CABLE. If you are a DIRECTV customer, you can enjoy programming provided by DIRECTV. You can also receive the analog and digital over-the-air broadcasts, with the benefit of the ...

  • Page 48: About The Advanced Program Guide

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE  7-1. About the Advanced Program Guide The DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide all DIRECTV ® channels. The APG also provides local over-the-air channels information including both conventional analog and digital channels if you receive satellite service. Helping you to find a program easily and conveniently, the APG allows you to view schedule and descriptive program information for the channels.

  • Page 49: Layout Of The Advanced Program Guide Screen

    7-2. Layout of the Advanced Program Guide The on-screen guide maintains five different channel lists, each of which shows you only those channels and programs that belong to that channel list. The meaning and generation of each channel list is described below Shows program listings for all channels that you are eligible to access.

  • Page 50: Moving Through The Advanced Program Guide

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE  7-3. Moving through the Advanced Program Guide The Advanced Program Guide and Select” process. 1. Use “ DEF G ” on your remote control to navigate the guide screen. 2. Press “ ” to select or execute the highlighted menu or function. The on-screen guide shows you program listings for seven channels within a one and one half hour time slot.

  • Page 51: Selecting A Program

    7-4. Selecting a Program The top region of the guide screen displays the schedule and program information of the cur- rently highlighted program. You can also see other detailed information about the program by pressing the Info button. When you select the highlighted program by pressing “ ”, what happens or appears next depends on whether the highlighted program is currently on-air or scheduled in the future, and whether or not it is a pay per view program.

  • Page 52: Getting More Information

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE  7-5. Getting More Information Pressing the Info button will display available additional information about the highlighted program. It includes actor and role relationships, original material, production studio, the date on which the program was first shown, and so on. To display program details: 1.

  • Page 53: Referring To Ez Help

    7-6. Referring to EZ Help Your basic understanding of certain features and terminology used in the APG will help you to fully enjoy the functionality of the DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver. The receiver’s unique feature called ‘EZ Help’ serves as an on-line snapshot user’s manual. If you want to find out what the highlighted menu item is for and how it works while you are in the APG, just press and hold the “Help (?)”...

  • Page 54: Making A Remind List For Future Viewing

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE  7-7. Making a Remind List for Future Viewing If you want to view a program scheduled in the future, you can put that program on the Remind List so that a reminder message will appear right before the program starts. To schedule a future viewing : 1.

  • Page 55: Purchasing Directv Pay Per View Programs

    7-8. Purchasing DIRECTV If you subscribe to DIRECTV ® the DIRECTV promo channel, to determine if you would like to purchase them. To purchase PPV programs: 1. From the program guide, press “ ” on the remote control to select the PPV program. A dialog box will appear to ask you whether you want to purchase or not.

  • Page 56: Searching Programs By Category

    7. ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE  7-9. Searching Programs by Category You can search for specific programs by their categories. The category information of each program is provided by the APG so that you can choose one of them to search for matching programs. You can also set a search range to One Day or Three Days, (within 24 hours and 72 hours from now, respectively).

  • Page 57: Searching Programs By Keyword

    7-10. Searching Programs by Keyword You can also search for programs by keyword that include the keyword in their program titles or credit titles such as actor/actress name, director name, etc. To search programs by keyword: 1. Move the highlight to the KEYWORD in the guide menu. The Keyword Search screen will appear on the right side of the guide menu.

  • Page 58: Customization

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-1. The Structure of the On-screen Menu In this menu system, there are several ways to customize the settings provided. Most menus consist of three levels to set up the options, but some menus go to and require further levels to be set.

  • Page 59: The On-Screen Menu

    8-2. The On-Screen Menu DIRECTV SETUP AUDIO PREFERENCE LOCK SYSTEM Guide Remind List Future Purchase Purchase List Mail List Initial Setup EZ Channel Scan Manual Ch. Add Surf List/Ch. Edit EZ Hook-up Clock Advanced Digital Output Audio Mode Audio Variable Audio Language TV Aspect Ratio Closed Caption...

  • Page 60: Previewing The Remind List

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-3. Previewing the Remind List The Remind List shows the programs you have reserved in the Guide menu. You may cancel any program in the list by selecting the program. A pop-up screen will ask if you want to cancel it. To cancel a program in the Remind List: 1.

  • Page 61: Managing Program Purchases

    8-4. Managing Program Purchases Future Purchase Allows you to review upcoming DIRECTV ® Pay Per View purchases. You may only cancel programs that were ordered through the DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver and have not been viewed. You may do this by selection the program. A pop-up screen will ask you if you want to cancel the program. To cancel a newly purchased program : 1.
  • Page 62 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-4. Managing Program Purchases Purchase List Shows you a list of past DIRECTV the PPV programs you purchased and viewed. To review programs in the Purchase List: 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.

  • Page 63: Checking The Mail Box

    8-5. Checking the Messages Allows you to view the messages that are sent from DIRECTV. For example, you may receive a mes- sage requesting your attention to a new service or special program offering. To check the Mail Box: 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.

  • Page 64: Initializing The System

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-6. Initializing the System About Initial Setup The DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver is capable of receiving three types of signals; ANT, CABLE and DIRECTV ® programming (if you are a DIRECTV function properly with your dish antenna. Select Dish Lets you select the correct dish type among three different types available;...
  • Page 65 8-6. Initializing the System Your Location Provides the coordinates of elevation, azimuth, and tilt based upon your zip code. Elevation is the up/down angle of the dish. Azimuth is the side-to-side direction, while tilt is the circular rotation of the dish itself around the pointing axis. Full instructions for the installation of your dish are provided with your satellite dish antenna.
  • Page 66 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-6. Initializing the System Signal Strength Shows you up to three signal strength bars for Satellite Networks A, B, and C, in order to help you adjust the dish to the correct position with the elevation, azimuth, and tilt values obtained from the Your Location menu.
  • Page 67 8-6. Initializing the System Channel Setup Searches for all channels available over the air or terrestrial in a selected local area. You can select two distinct areas by Zip code to view the channels being broadcast from both areas. This is useful if you live between two major broadcast centers and are capable of receiving signals from both.

  • Page 68: Managing Channels

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Managing Channels EZ Channel Scan (Channel Search) Automatically finds all channels (both analog and digital) available through the antenna and cable inputs, and stores all the active channels in the channel list. Inactive or weak channels may not appear in the list. In that case, add missing channels manually in the Manual Ch. Add menu.
  • Page 69 8-7. Managing Channels Manual Ch. Add Manually adds a channel to your channel list without rescanning all the channels again. EZ Channel Scan may not pick up every channel that is available on Air and Cable. Therefore, it may be necessary for you to add channels manually using this feature. To add the channels missed in your channel list: 1.
  • Page 70 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-7. Managing Channels Surf List/Ch. Edit The default channel list is made in the EZ Channel Scan menu. Surf List/Ch. Edit allows you to create two other types of channel lists; custom list and surf list. A custom list can be created by toggling each channel on or off with “...
  • Page 71 8-7. Managing Channels...

  • Page 72: Ez Hook-Up

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8.8 EZ Hook-up Graphically depicts possible schemes for connecting the DIRECTV dish antenna and other components. Since the connection that is best for you depends on the com- ponents in your system, keep in mind that an alternative connection may also be possible. To see EZ Hook-up: 1.

  • Page 73: Setting The Clock

    8-9. Setting the Clock Clock (Auto) Enables adjustment of the time zone and activation of daylight savings time. Normally, your clock is set using signals transmitted by DIRECTV. To set auto clock: 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
  • Page 74 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-9. Setting the Clock Clock (Manual) Enables you to set the time manually in the ANT/CABLE Only Operation. To set manual clock: 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ 3.

  • Page 75: Advanced

    8-10. Advanced Advanced Setup Allows you to configure special settings such as the background matte color for wide aspect ratio programming, the channel banner time-out period and advanced digital closed captioning settings.” To set advanced Setup Menu: 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.

  • Page 76: Setting The Audio

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-11. Setting the Audio Digital Output If you are using an external audio system that supports Dolby Digital, select Dolby Digital audio mode. If you are using an external audio system that has a PCM only decoder, select PCM (Digital).
  • Page 77 8-11. Setting the Audio PCM (Digital) Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) decoders support L/R stereo only. If selected, audio outputs are decoded and transmitted to the Digital Output (SPDIF) in PCM mode. Dolby Digital Dolby Digital, formally known as AC-3 for Audio Coding 3rd Generation or 5.1 channel audio, is a coding technique that provides five independent, full frequency response audio channels and one low frequency bass channel.
  • Page 78 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-11. Setting the Audio Audio Mode Lets you choose the default audio mode when a program is broadcasting in analog format. When you view a program broadcast in mono, you will hear only mono sound, even though Stereo mode is set. When Second Audio Program “SAP” mode is set, the program’s sec- ond audio program is broadcast in mono, if provided.
  • Page 79 8-11. Setting the Audio Audio Language If available, allows you to hear a program in other languages if the program is broadcast in digital format. You may select a language while you are viewing a program by selecting an option on the audio language box in the channel banner and pressing “ select the desired language.
  • Page 80 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-11. Setting the Audio Variable Audio Allows you to control the volume with the remote control of the DIRECTV Receiver. To set Variable Audio: 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.

  • Page 81: Choosing The Aspect Ratio

    8-12. Choosing the Aspect Ratio Lets you choose the screen format. When you view a picture with a wide (16:9) aspect ratio on a 4:3 TV, you can choose to view using Letterbox, Cropped, or Squeezed. When you view a picture with a normal (4:3) aspect ratio on a 16:9 TV, you can choose to view using Normal, Wide, Panorama, Zoom1, or Zoom2.
  • Page 82 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-12. Choosing the Aspect Ratio Modes for viewing wide image (16:9) on a normal TV (4:3) display when output display format is 480i or 480p mode : Letter Box Use for a picture with an original 16:9 aspect ratio (in a wide format). Letterbox mode will shrink the picture to fill the screen, with black (or gray) bars appearing at the top and bottom of the screen.

  • Page 83: Setting Closed Caption

    8-13. Setting Closed Caption Lets you select a mode for displaying Closed Caption Data. You can choose the Analog Caption Service or the Digital Caption Service. In the Analog Caption Service, Caption 1-4 dis- play program’s dialog, and Text 1-4 display information for a data service. In the Digital Caption Service, Service 1-6 represent each Language Service.
  • Page 84 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-13. Setting Closed Caption Analog Caption Service Caption1 (CC1) CC1 is the primary caption service that synchronizes the captioning language with the sound, used by most broadcasters. The captioning is displayed in the same language as the program’s dialog Caption2 (CC2) CC2 is the special non-synchronous caption service that does not need to be in sync with...

  • Page 85: Setting Default Signal Out

    8-14. Setting Default Signal Out Output Channel Lets you choose the channel used to view the DIRECTV connected to the TV from the "OUT TO TV" jack, either channel 3 or, 4. Make sure your TV is set to the selected channel and that the DIRECTV HD Receiver's display format is set at "480i".
  • Page 86 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-14. Setting Default Signal Out Out to TV -- Default Connection Lets you choose whether the OUT TO TV jack is connected to either the CABLE IN or ANT IN jack in standby mode. To set the standby mode default signal source: 1.

  • Page 87: Setting The Digital Tv Input

    8-15. Setting the Digital TV Input Digital TV Input The DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver is also capable of receiving an 8-VSB signal, if any, via cable service. Before you move the highlight in the sub menu, the dialogue box will pop up to make sure if you want to change the mode.

  • Page 88: Running Ez Demo

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-16. Running EZ Demo Shows you how to navigate through the on-screen menus of the DIRECTV Definition Receiver. To run EZ Demo: 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ 3.

  • Page 89: Setting Locks

    8-17. Setting Locks Lock System Lets you set up specific channels, ratings and spending limits through blocking schemes. Activates or disables all of the lock schemes previously set up. A password is required to gain access to this menu if the lock system is activated. You can change the password by inputting a new password twice.
  • Page 90 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-17. Setting Locks Block Channel Blocks any channels that you do not want to view or that you do not want your kids to watch. If you tune in a blocked channel, a black screen with a pop-up screen will appear. You will have to enter the correct password to view the channel.
  • Page 91 8-17. Setting Locks Movie Rating Blocks movies according to the movie ratings limit, as defined by the Motion Picture Association of America, so children cannot view certain movies. You can set the ratings limit by blocking out all the movies with the ratings above a specified level. Keep in mind that the movie ratings limit applies only to movies shown on TV, not TV programs such as soap operas.
  • Page 92 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-17. Setting Locks TV Rating for Children’s Programs Keeps children from watching certain children's TV programs according to the ratings limit as defined by the TV Parental Guidelines Monitoring Board. This rating applies only to TV programs for children. Unless you block TV programs intended for mature audiences in the TV Rating – General menu, your children may view those programs.
  • Page 93 8-17. Setting Locks TV Rating for General Programs Blocks TV programs that you and your family do not wish to watch, based on the rating scheme defined by the TV Parental Guidelines Monitoring Board. To block TV programs: 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2.
  • Page 94 8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-17. Setting Locks Spending Limit Sets the spending limit of each PPV program. After a spending limit is set and the system is locked, you must enter the password to purchase a PPV program that costs more than your spending limit allows.

  • Page 95: Testing The System

    8-18. Testing the System Checks the integrity of the DIRECTV short message will be displayed. To test DIRECTV HD Receiver : 1. Press the Menu button on the Remote Control to display the on-screen menu. 2. Scroll down using “ ”...

  • Page 96: Replace Card

    8. CUSTOMIZATION 8-19. Replace Card DIRECTV may issue you a replacement access card periodically, if you are a DIRECTV customer. This menu enables you to transfer information, such as the record of your purchases, from the old card onto a new one. The access card fits into the slot on the back panel of the DIRECTV Receiver.

  • Page 97: Upgrading Software

    8-20. Upgrading Software Shows you the current software version. If there is a software planned, you will be notified by a pop-up box on your TV screen and the pop-up box will ask you if you want to upgrade your system. To upgrade the software in the DIRECTV 1.

  • Page 98: Ez Help

    9. EZ HELP 9-1. EZ Help The EZ Help feature is designed to let you understand each function of the Menu and Advanced Program Guide Menu and the Advanced Program Guide remote control if you want information about the highlighted item. The information will be dis- played on the right side of the TV screen.
  • Page 99 9-1. EZ Help The EZ Help is an on-line version of this Operating Guide. You can review many features of the DIRECTV ® High-Definition Receiver by navigating through a simple structure. It contains a brief overview of the DIRECTV HD Receiver, the use and programming of the remote control, a func- tional explanation of the front and back panel, and an instructive note about the Menu and the ...

  • Page 100: Product Specifications

    PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Specifications For Model No. HD-SAT520 DIRECTV INPUT FORMATS (ATSC compliant) 1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 640 x 480 704 x 480 59.94I Transport Video decoder ISO/IEC 13818 - 2 Tuning System Capabilities INPUTS ATSC/NTSC RF DIRECTV RF...
  • Page 101 AUDIO FEATURES Dolby Digital (AC-3) Linear PCM Audio Analog output level Analog output level (Maximum) Frequency Response (+/- 1dB) Digital outputs Analog outputs GENERAL Power Consumption Standby Power Power line Environment Safety and Regulation Mechanical Dimensions AC Line connector/cable Dolby Digital 20bit 200mV RMS, 1 RCA color-coded jack 3.0V RMS...

  • Page 102: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Zenith and DIRECTV are dedicated to providing you with quality support and customer service. If you have questions or difficulties that you cannot resolve using the tips in this troubleshooting section, consult your dealer or call DIRECTV at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288) regarding problems with DIRECTV Service problems and Zenith Customer Support at...
  • Page 103 SYMPTOMS Normal picture but no sound. Picture is distorted. Available channels are missing. 4:3 Aspect ratio cannot be selected. 16:9 Aspect ratio cannot be selected. The remote control is not responding. The timer does not work. You forget your password. SOLUTIONS - Check volume levels.

  • Page 104: Warranty

    When you receive the label, place it on the box and call the 800 # in the instruction for pick-up. When your unit is received, Zenith will repair or replace your unit in accordance with this Limited Warranty.

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