Getting connected if a professional installed your directv receiver you re ready to start watching tv.
Satellite tv receiver setup guide.
Receiver setup connect the receiver to a power source and complete receiver setup.
Step 3 portable antenna setup select your current location by state and then select scan.
In many cases your directv receiver will automatically select the correct setup and you ll just have to confirm the choice.
If you have an older tv or receiver that lacks arc connect an optical digital audio cable between your tv and receiver.
Of course you ll still need the hdmi connection for the video signal.
Satellite tuner used to fine tune the satellite dish s position.
Satellite dish used to receive the satellite s signal.
If there is power to the receiver before it is connected to the tailgater it will begin the wrong satellite sequence and you will not be setting up your equipment accurately.
Fav s setup then system setup then.
You ll need an 8 foot dish for c band channels or a 35 inch dish for ku band channels.
If your receiver differs from the options shown you may need to consult your receiver manual.
It sounds like a daunting task but it s not hard.
This user guide applies to the directv plus.
Step 2 power up tv vip 211k receiver tailgater satellite antenna.
The wording and display used in your receiver may differ slightly.
Directv satellite setup guide for diy amateurs pros if you move or change equipment you may have to redo your satellite setup.
Satellite receiver used to receive the satellite dish s input and translate it into channels for your tv.