DSX 5500 DSX 5540 DIRECTV® Receiver User Manual

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DIRECTV ® Receiver 

User Manual 

Read this manual first! 

Congratulations on purchasing this Philips product. 

We’ve included everything you need to get started. 

If you have any problems, Philips Representatives can 

help you get the most from your new product by explaining: 

• Hookups, 

• First Time Setup, and 

• Feature Operation. 

Do not attempt to return this product to the store. 

For fast help, call us first! 

1-800-464-1131 

Thank you for making Philips a part of your home! 

3111 176 50891 

DSX 5500 

DSX 5540


Congratulations on your purchase, and welcome to the “family!” 

Dear PHILIPS product owner: 

Thank you for your confidence in PHILIPS. You’ve selected one of the best-built, best-backed products available today. 

And we’ll do everything in our power to keep you happy with your purchase for many years to come. 

As a member of the PHILIPS “family,” you’re entitled to protection by one of the most comprehensive warranties and 

outstanding service networks in the industry. 

What’s more, your purchase guarantees you’ll receive all the information and special offers for which you qualify, plus 

easy access to accessories from our convenient home shopping network. 

And most importantly you can count on our uncompromising commitment to your total satisfaction. 

All of this is our way of saying welcome-and thanks for investing in a PHILIPS product. 

Sincerely, 

Know these 

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CAUTION 

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 

DO NOT OPEN 

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT 

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS 

INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 

Visit our World Wide Web Site at http://www.philips.com 

Lawrence J. Blanford 

President and Chief Executive Officer 

This “bolt of lightning” indicates uninsulated material 

within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the 

safety of everyone in your household, please do not remove 

product covering. 

The “exclamation point” calls attention to features for 

s which you should read the enclosed literature closely 

to prevent operating and maintenance problems. 

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, 

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR 

MOISTURE. 

CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of 

plug to wide slot of the outlet and fully insert. 

ATTENTION: Pour éviter les choc électriques, introduire 

la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante 

de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond. 

For Customer Use 

Enter below the Model, Serial and Access Card Number 

and Receiver ID located on the rear panel of the 

DIRECTV® Receiver. Retain this information for future 

reference. 

Model No. ________________________________________ 

Serial No. ________________________________________ 

Access Card No. __________________________________ 

Receiver ID ______________________________________


Safety Instructions - Read Before Operating Equipment 

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT 

EXPOSE ANY ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions 

should be read before the appliance is operated. 

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions 

should be retained for future reference. 

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating 

instructions should be adhered to. 

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should 

be followed. 

5. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the 

manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 

6. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – 

for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry 

tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool, etc. 

7. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, 

stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious 

injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. 

Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended 

by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the 

appliance should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should 

use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 

7A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with 

care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may 

cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 

8. Ventilation – Slots and openings on the cabinet are provided for 

ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to 

protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked 

or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the 

product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product 

should not be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This 

product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a 

bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s 

instructions have been adhered to. 

9. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the 

type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not 

sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance 

dealer or local power company. 

10. Grounding or Polarization – This product is equipped with a 

polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade 

wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only 

one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug 

fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail 

to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do 

not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 

11. Power Cord Protection – Route power supply cords so that 

they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed 

upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, 

convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the 

appliance. 

12. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable 

system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable 

system is grounded to provide protection against voltage surges 

and built-up static charges. 

Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides 

information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and 

supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna 

discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge 

unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements 

for the grounding electrode. See Figure A. 

13. Phone Line Use – Avoid using a telephone (other than a cordless 

type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of 

electric shock from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a 

gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. 

14. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning 

storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods 

of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the 

antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product 

from lightning and power line surges. 

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15. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located 

in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or 

power circuits, or where it can fall onto such power lines or circuits. 

When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care 

should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits 

as contact with them might be fatal. Refer to Satellite Dish Antenna 

Assembly & Alignment Guide. 

16. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords 

as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 

17. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into 

this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage 

points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric 

shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 

18. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as 

opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage 

or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 

19. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall 

outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the 

following conditions: 

a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. 

b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. 

c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. 

d. If the product does not operate normally when following the operating 

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the 

operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls 

may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a 

qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. 

e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged 

in any way. 

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – 

this indicates a need for service. 

20. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be 

sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by 

the manufacturer or which have the same characteristics as the 

original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric 

shock or other hazards. 

21. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this 

product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to 

determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 

22. Carts and Stands – The appliance should be used only with a 

cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer. 

23. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources 

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products that 

produce heat. 

Operating Temperature: 40 to 110°F 

Storage Temperature: 15 to 155°F 

Figure A


Safety Instructions (cont’d), General Information 

This device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. The 

anticopy process is licensed for non-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. 

NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER 

Article 820-40 of the NEC (National Electrical Code) provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the 

cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point cable entry as practical. 

WARNING 

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC (U. S. A.) Rules. 

Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and 

(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 

FCC Regulations and Information 

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC 

Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This 

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the 

instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause interference 

to radio or television reception (which you can determine by turning the equipment off and on), you are encouraged to try to correct 

the interference by one or more of the following measures: 

1. Change the position of the DIRECTV ® Receiver with respect to the radio or television equipment that is receiving the interference. 

2. Move the DIRECTV Receiver away from the equipment that is receiving the interference. 

3. Plug the DIRECTV Receiver into a different outlet so that the DIRECTV Receiver and the equipment receiving the interference are 

on different branch circuits. 

4. Use shielded cables and I/O cords with this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations. 

5. If these measures do not eliminate the interference, you should consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician 

for help. 

IMPORTANT 

Any change or modifications to the equipment by the user not expressly approved by the warranty or manufacturer could void the 

user’s authority to operate the equipment. 

Domestic use U. S. A – For units used at 110V, use only the power supply cord which is supplied with the product. 

ANALOG DEVICE WARNINGS 

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Part 68 and Administrative Council for Terminal Attachments (ACTA) 

This device complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. A label on the rear panel of this 

equipment contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this information 

must be provided to the telephone company. The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to the 

telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In 

most, but not all areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be 

connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.The REN for this product is part of the 

product identifier that has the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. The digits represented by ## are the REN without a decimal point. For 

the DSX 5500 or DSX 5540, 01 means a REN of 0.1. 

Note: RENs are associated with loop-start and ground-start ports. Do not use for E & M or digital ports. 

This equipment uses the following USOC jack: RJ-11C. 

No modular plug is provided with this equipment. 

If the DSX 5500 or DSX 5540 causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary 

interruption of service may be required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as 

soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. 

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of 

the equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary 

modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. 

If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the 

equipment until the problem is resolved. 

This equipment cannot be used on public coin phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service 

is subject to state tariffs (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for 

information). 

If your home has specially wired alarm equipment connected to the telephone line, ensure the installation of this DSX 5500 or 

DSX 5540 does not disable your alarm equipment. If you have questions about what will disable alarm equipment, consult your telephone 

company or a qualified installer. 

For repair or warranty information on hardware service only, please call: 1-800-464-1131. 

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Package Contents ......................................................6 

Front and Rear Panels ..............................................7 

Access Card ................................................................8 

Connections 

Antenna and Phone ................................................9 

Video ......................................................................10 

Audio ......................................................................11 

A/V Matrix ..............................................................12 

Preparing your Remote Control..........................13 

Remote Control Use........................................13-17 

Setup Wizard ................................................................18 

Watching TV ................................................................19 

Enhanced User Features 

EZ Search PPV ......................................................20 

SmartSurf ..............................................................20 

Favorite Channels..................................................21 

Program Guide 

DIRECTV ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE 

............................................................................22-23 

Reminders ..............................................................23 

PPV (Pay Per View) ..............................................23 

Guide Menu ........................................................24-25 

Contents 

Main Menu 

Using the Main Menu ............................................26 

Interactive services................................................26 

Preferences ......................................................27-29 

Preferred Language ............................................27 

Screen Format ....................................................27 

Banner Duration..................................................28 

Set Favorite Channels ........................................28 

A/V Matrix............................................................28 

Remote Control ID ............................................28 

Digital Audio (DSX 5540 only) ..........................29 

Parental Controls ............................................29-30 

Lock the System..................................................29 

Channel Locks......................................................29 

Set Spending Limit..............................................30 

Set Rating Limit ..................................................30 

Replace Access Card ..........................................30 

Purchases ..............................................................31 

Setup..................................................................32-33 

System Upgrades ..................................................33 

Messages ................................................................34 

Caller ID ................................................................34 

Troubleshooting ......................................................35 

Limited Warranty ....................................................36 

NOTE: This owner's manual may be used with several different models. Not all features (or drawings) discussed 

in this manual will necessarily match those found with your system. This is normal and does not 

require you contacting your dealer or requesting service. 

DIRECTV programming sold separately. ACTIVATION OF PROGRAMMING MAY BE SUBJECT TO CREDIT APPROVAL AND 

REQUIRES VALID SERVICE ADDRESS, SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER AND/OR MAJOR CREDIT CARD. DEPOSIT OR PREPAY- 

MENT MAY BE REQUIRED. Programming subject to change. DIRECTV service 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. Activate your DIRECTV programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288) 

DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo, ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE and DIRECTV INTERACTIVE are trademarks of DIRECTV, 

Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp., and are used with permission. 

Philips is a registered trademark of Koninklijke Philips Electronics, NV. 

This product includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors. 

Copyright (c) 1982, 1986, 1988, 1990, 1993 

The Regents of the University of California. All rights reserved. 

Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions 

are met: 

1. Redistribution of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer. 

2. Redistribution in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the 

documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution. 

3. All advertising materials mentioning features or use of this software must display the following acknowledgment: This product 

includes software developed by the University of California, Berkeley and its contributors. 

4. Neither the name of the University nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from 

this software without specific prior written permission. 

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE REGENTS AND CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, 

INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PUR- 

POSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE REGENTS OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCI- 

DENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUB- 

STITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON 

ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHER- 

WISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. 

The software included in this product is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG-Group and on the PNG Reference Library 

which is copyright © 1998-2001 Glenn Randers-Pehrson, copyright © 1996, 1997 Andreas Dilger, and copyright © 1995, 1996 Guy Eric 

Schalnat, Group 42, Inc. 

For the software in this product no license under Philips IPR is granted, except for the use of the software in combination with this 

product. 

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Power Supply Cord 

Infrared (IR) Universal 

Remote Control with 

Two AA Batteries 

TO TV/VCR 

Package Contents 


RJ-11 Telephone Cord 

6 



L R 

VIDEO AUDIO 

RF Coaxial Cable RCA Type Audio/Video 

Connecting Cable 

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Read this manual first! 

Congratulations on purchasing this Philips product. 

We’ve included everything you need to get started. 

If you have any problems, Philips Representatives can 

help you get the most from your new product by explaining: 

• Hookups, 

• First Time Setup, and 

• Feature Operation. 

Do not attempt to return this product to the store. 

For fast help, call us first! 

1-800-464-1131 

Thank you for making Philips a part of your home! 

3111 176 50891 


PHONE 

Important! 

Return your 

Warranty 

Registration Card 

within 10 days. 

See why inside. 



Access Card 

S-VIDEO 

S-Video Connecting Cable 

(not included with all products)


MENU 

MENU button 

Displays the Main Menu. 

INFO button 

Switches between program information in the 

banner and the program details screen. 

Arrow buttons (� ��) 

Use to navigate through the Guide and menus. 

While watching Satellite programming, use the 

�� arrows to channel up or down. 

Power indicator 

Lights when the DIRECTV Receiver is on. 

Card Access 

Install Access Card here. 

Details are on page 8. 

Receiver ID Number 

AC power input 

Connect the supplied power 

cord here. 

Serial Number 

Model Number 

MODEL NUMBER: DSX 5540 

Serial No : 81476039DSX 5540C Receiver ID No : 1234 5678 9012 

Phone jack 

Connect the supplied phone cord here and 

to a wall phone jack in your home. 

Dolby Digital outputs* (optical and coaxial) 

* DSX 5540 only 

A/V Matrix (refer to page 12) 

Left/Right Audio/Video Inputs 1 and 2 

Video output 1 

Left/right Audio output 1 

Secondary Audio/Video Outputs 

INFO 

Front and Rear Panels 

Front Panel 

Digital Multi-Satellite Receiver 

Rear Panel 

7 

OK 

POWER 

POWER button 

Press to turn the DIRECTV ® 

Receiver on or press to place 

the DIRECTV Receiver in 

Standby. 

OK button 

Confirms a selection in the 

menus or Program Guide. 

Sat In 

Connect the coaxial cable 

from the Satellite Dish 

antenna here. Details are 

on page 9. 

Antenna Input 

Connect to an off-air 

antenna or analog 

cable system. 

Channel 3/4 switch 

Details on page 10. 

TV/VCR Output 

S-Video Output 

Component Video 

Output* 

* DSX 5540 only




Access Card 

The access card provided with your system includes information about your purchase 

authorization and other data. To watch channels, your viewing access card 

needs to be inserted in the access card slot on the rear of your DIRECTV ® 

Receiver. 

The access card needs to be inserted during system setup and generally does not 

need to be removed. Each access card has a unique number. Be sure to record 

this number in the space provided on the second page of this manual in the “For 

Customer Use” section for future reference. 

1. Hold the card with the arrow facing upwards and pointing toward the slot in 

the DIRECTV Receiver rear panel. 

2. Gently push the card into the slot until it meets the stop. Do not use undue 

force when inserting. The end will be visible outside of the slot. 

3. Keep your access card permanently inserted in your DIRECTV Receiver. 

If you have to reinsert the card, you should have the arrow facing forward 

into the box and the gold chip facing down. 

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s 

Caution 

• YOUR ACCESS CARD IS 

FRAGILE. 

• ALWAYS INSERT CORRECTLY 

AND CAREFULLY. 

• DO NOT BEND. 

• DO NOT REMOVE AND 

RE-INSERT UNNECESSARILY. 

• NEVER SUBMERGE IN LIQUID 

OR APPLY CLEANING FLUIDS.


Antenna and Phone 

RJ11 Modular 

Phone Jack 



Connections 

Rear of DIRECTV ® Receiver 

DSX 5540 Only 

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Satellite 

Dish Antenna 

Cable or Off-air Antenna 

Unplug all equipment from the AC outlet before making connections. 

1. Connect the RF coaxial cable from the satellite dish to the SAT IN jack. 

2. If you have cable (CATV) or an off-air antenna, connect its RF coaxial cable to the ANTENNA IN jack. 

3. Using the telephone cord (supplied), connect one end of it to a phone jack in your home. Connect the other end to 

the PHONE JACK input on the rear of the Receiver. To enjoy uninterrupted programming and to order pay per view 

programs, the DIRECTV ® Receiver must be continuously connected to a land-based phone line. 

4. Connect one end of the AC power cord (supplied) to the Receiver’s AC IN jack.


Video 



Connections (cont’d) 


There are several options for connecting the video and audio outputs of your DIRECTV® Receiver, depending on the 

type of equipment you want to connect and the quality of signal you want to achieve. The following chart summarizes 

your options for video connections. Select either A, B, C or D and refer to the illustration and steps below to connect. 

Option Video Signal Quality Video Output 

A Excellent Component * (Y, PB, PR) 

B Very Good S-VIDEO OUT 

C Good VIDEO OUT1 

D Standard TO TV/VCR 

* DSX 5540 Only 

B 

D 

S-VIDEO IN 

VHF/UHF 

IN 

VIDEO 

AUDIO 


A 

COMPONENT 

IN 

Y 

PB 

PR 

10 

C 


Rear of TV 

COMPONENT 

IN 

IN 

S-VIDEO IN 

VIDEO Y 

VHF/UHF 

PB 

AUDIO 

PR 

Rear of 


Note: The TV rear jack panel shown above has jacks for all possible connections. Your TV’s rear jack panel may differ. 

A. (For model DSX 5540 only.) Using a component cable (not included), connect the jacks on one end to the component 

Y (green), PB (blue), PR (red) jacks on the rear of the Receiver. Connect the other ends to the TV’s COMPONENT 

IN jacks. Select the proper input on your TV. 

B. Using a S-VIDEO cable, connect one end to the S-VIDEO OUT jack on the Receiver to the S-VIDEO IN on the TV. 

Select the proper input on your TV. 

C. Using the RCA type connector (supplied), connect one end to the OUT 1 VIDEO jack (yellow) on the Receiver to the 

VIDEO IN on the TV. Select the proper input on your TV. 

D. Using the RF coaxial cable (supplied), connect one end to the TO TV/VCR jack on the Receiver to the RF IN jack on 

the TV. Turn the TV on and select channel 3 or 4, whichever is not used or least used in your area. Set the 

CHANNEL switch on the back of the Receiver to the same channel.


Audio 






There are several options for connecting the audio outputs of your DIRECTV® Receiver, depending on the type of 

equipment you want to connect. If you connected video with option D on page 10, you will get audio from your TV 

when using that input. The following chart summarizes your additional options for audio connections. Select either A, B, 

or C and refer to the illustration and steps below to connect. 

Option Audio Signal Audio Output 

A Dolby Digital* OPTICAL 

B Dolby Digital* COAXIAL 

C Stereo AUDIO LEFT/RIGHT OUT1 

* DSX 5540 Only 


A B C 

Rear of Home Theater Stereo Receiver or TV 

Note: This illustration shows a home theater stereo receiver and TV rear jack panel for possible connections. Your 

home theater system stereo receiver or TV rear jack panel may differ. 

A. (For model DSX 5540 only.) Using an OPTICAL cable (not included), connect one end to the OPTICAL DIGITAL 

AUDIO OUT on the Receiver to the home theater stereo receiver or TV’s OPTICAL IN jack. 

B. (For model DSX 5540 only.) Using a COAXIAL cable (not included), connect one end to the COAXIAL DIGITAL 

AUDIO OUT on the Receiver to the home theater stereo receiver or TV’s COAXIAL DIGITAL IN jack. 

C. Using the RCA type connectors (supplied), connect the left (white) and right (red) jacks of one end of the cables to 

the OUT 1 AUDIO LEFT and RIGHT jacks on the Receiver and the other ends to the left and right AUDIO IN on 

the home theater stereo receiver or TV. Select the proper input on the home theater stereo receiver or TV. 

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Pr/Cr Pb/Cb Y


A/V Matrix 



Rear of VCR 



Does your TV have only one video or RF input but you own a VCR, DVD player or other video equipment? Philips 

offers the industry’s first A/V Matrix that allows you to command and control other video devices such as a DVD player 

or a VCR without additional equipment. You can use this DIRECTV® Receiver as the video gateway of your entertainment 

center. 

ANT 

IN 

OUT 

CH3 CH4 

V OUT 

L OUT 

R OUT 

Video 

cable 

Video cable 

ANT 

IN V IN 

OUT L IN 

R IN 

CH3 CH4 

Audio cables 

Video cable 

Pr Pb 

12V 

Y 

S-VIDEO 

COAXIAL OPTICAL VIDEO 

Rear of DVD 

12 

Audio 

cables 

FL SL CENTER MULTI-5.1 LEFT OUT 

FR SR SUBW. 

LEFT OUT 

RIGHT OUT 


VIDEO 

RIGHT OUT 

Output options for 

VCR recording 

Note: For additional hookups and operation information, refer to the owner’s manuals for the devices you are 

connecting to the DIRECTV Receiver. 

1. Connect the outputs of your other devices (such as a DVD player or VCR) to the corresponding VIDEO and AUDIO 

LEFT/RIGHT inputs (IN1 or IN2) of the A/V Matrix on the rear of the DIRECTV Receiver. 

2. To record satellite programming, connect the VIDEO and AUDIO LEFT/RIGHT outputs of OUT2 on the rear of the 

DIRECTV Receiver to the corresponding video and audio inputs on the VCR. These outputs always output satellite 

programming and are not affected by the A/V Matrix. Alternatively, you can connect the TO TV/VCR RF output to 

the RF input on the VCR but this output will output the selected video source of the A/V Matrix when this feature is 

enabled. 

3. To use the A/V Matrix, you must use video output option C (VIDEO OUT1) or D (TO TV/VCR) from page 10 and 

you must first enable it in the Main Menu (refer to page 28).


Preparing Your Remote Control 

Battery Installation 

1. Remove the battery compartment 

cover. Insert the two batteries 

(type/AA) supplied. 

2. Position them in the battery compartment, 

as shown in the diagram. 

3. Replace the cover. 

Satellite Functions 

SAT 

Press SAT to control the DIRECTV® 

Receiver. LED will blink when other 

buttons are pressed while in satellite 

mode. 

PPV 

Use the EZ Search PPV function to 

view list of PPV programs and events 

for purchasing. 

SOURCE 

Switches between the inputs of the 

A/V Matrix (refer to page 12 and 28). 

MENU 

Displays the Main Menu. 

EXIT 

Returns to video and cancels the 

transaction. 

INFO 

Displays program or channel 

information. 

� �� 

Navigates through the Guide and 

menus. 

0-9 

Lets you enter numeric values or 

channel numbers. 

Remote Control 

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POWER 

Switches the DIRECTV® Receiver 

between active and standby modes. 

MOVIES, SPORTS, NEWS, KIDS 

Predefined SmartSurf buttons (refer to 

page 20). 

SmartSurf 

Displays categories you can use for 

Guide and channel surfing. 

FAVORITES 

Allows you to select one of four custom 

lists to view or edit. 

GUIDE 

Switches between the “DIRECTV 

ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE” 

and the “Guide Menu”. 

OK 

Confirms a selection. 

CHANNEL 

Displays the next or previous channel. 

While in the guide or menu, allows you 

to page up and down. 

BACK 

While in the menu or guide, returns 

you to the previous screen. While 

watching TV, pressing BACK will jump 

you to the previous channel. 

DIRECTV INTERACTIVE powered 

by Wink Communications. 

Press this button when the 

DIRECTV INTERACTIVE icon appears 

on the screen to access interactive 

services.


Remote Control (cont’d) 

Programming the Universal Remote control 

Your remote control may already operate your TV, VCR or DVD player. If the remote control does not properly operate 

your TV, VCR or DVD player, follow the steps below. These instructions guide you through setting the remote control to 

operate your TV. For VCR and DVD player, follow the same steps, but press the VCR or DVD button at step 3. 

1. Point the remote control at your TV and press the TV button. Then, press the POWER button. If your TV turns on 

or off, try the other TV function buttons (see page 16). If the other functions work, the remote is ready to operate 

the TV without any more steps. If your TV does not turn on or off, or if the other buttons do not work, go to step 2. 

2. Find the brand and code number(s) of your TV on page 15. 

3. Press the TV button. 

4. Press and hold the number 1 & number 3 buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. The LED will blink twice and remain on. 

5. Enter the 4-digit code from step 2 within one minute. The LED will blink after each button press. Note: If the 4-digit code is 

not entered within one minute, the LED will turn off and the remote control will return to the previously programmed 

code. 

6. After a valid 4-digit code has been entered, the LED will turn off and blink twice to confirm the new 4-digit code has 

been programmed. The LED will then turn off. 

7. If an invalid 4-digit code has been entered, the LED will turn off. 

8. Press the POWER button. If the remote control operates your TV, you’re finished. 

9. If the remote control doesn’t operate your TV and if there is more than 1 code for your TV brand, repeat steps 2-8. 

10.For future reference, list the 4 digit code numbers you program into your remote: 

TV code: __ __ __ __ 

VCR code: __ __ __ __ 

DVD code: __ __ __ __ 

11.If you cannot find a code that operates your TV, If the remote still does not operate your TV, follow the Automatic 

Search steps below. 

Automatic Search 

To automatically program your remote control to operate your TV, VCR or DVD player, follow the steps below. For a VCR 

and DVD player, follow the same steps but substitute that component for the TV. 

1. Turn on your TV. Stand close to your TV (within 5 to 10 feet) and point your remote control towards the remote 

sensor on your TV. Press the TV button. Press and hold the number 1 and the number 3 buttons simultaneously for 3 

seconds. The TV LED will blink twice and remain on. 

2. Press the POWER button. The LED will turn off. If the POWER button is not pressed within 1 minute, the remote 

will return to the previously programmed code. The automatic search will begin after the POWER button has been 

released. 

3. Each time a code is transmitted, the LED will blink. This process could take several minutes. 

4. When the correct code is found, the TV should turn off. Immediately press the POWER button. The LED will blink twice, 

then turn off. If all codes have been tried and the TV has not turned on or off the LED will stay on briefly, then turn off. 

Note: To stop the search process at any time, press any button other than the POWER button. The LED will give a long 

blink and turn off. There is no guarantee that the remote control will work with your TV, VCR or DVD player. 

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TV Codes 

AOC..............................................0046, 0057 

Admiral ........................................0120, 0490 

Aiko ........................................................ 0119 

Akai.......................................................... 0057 

Alaron ......................................................0206 

Ambassador ............................................0204 

America Action......................................0207 

Ampro......................................................0778 

Anam ...................................................... 0207 

Audiovox..........................0119, 0207, 0478 

Baysonic ..................................................0207 

Belcor ......................................................0046 

Bell & Howell..............................0043, 0181 

Bradford ..................................................0207 

Brockwood ............................................0046 

Broksonic ....................................0263, 0490 

CXC ........................................................0207 

Candle ..........................................0057, 0083 

Carnivale..................................................0057 

Carver ......................................................0081 

Celebrity..................................................0027 

Cineral ..........................................0478, 0119 

Citizen........0083, 0057, 0066, 0087, 0119 

Concerto ................................................0083 

Contec ....................................................0207 

Craig ........................................................0207 

Crosley ....................................................0081 

Crown ..........................................0066, 0207 

Curtis Mathes ................0087, 0057, 0043, 

........0066, 0074, 0078, 0081, 0083, 0120, 

....................0172, 0181, 0193, 0478, 0774 

Daewoo ................0119, 0046, 0478, 0066 

Daytron....................................................0046 

Denon ......................................................0172 

Dumont........................................0044, 0046 

Dwin..............................................0747, 0801 

Electroband ............................................0027 

Emerson ..............0263, 0207, 0205, 0206, 

VCR Codes 

Admiral ........................................0075, 0236 

Adventura................................................0027 

Aiko ..........................................................0305 

Aiwa ..................................0334, 0027, 0064 

Akai ..............................................0133, 0068 

America Action......................................0305 

American High ......................................0062 

Asha..........................................................0267 

Audiovox ................................................0064 

Beaumark ................................................0267 

Bell & Howell ........................................0131 

Broksonic..............0148, 0211, 0029, 0236 

CCE ..............................................0099, 0305 

Calix..........................................................0064 

Canon ......................................................0062 

Capehart..................................................0047 

Carver ......................................................0108 

Cineral......................................................0305 

Citizen ..........................................0305, 0064 

Colt ..........................................................0099 

Craig ..........0064, 0099, 0074, 0267, 0298 

Curtis Mathes ....0062, 0068, 0087, 0189, 

..................................................................0787 

Cybernex ................................................0267 

Daewoo ................0305, 0588, 0047, 0072 

Daytron....................................................0047 

Denon ......................................................0069 

Dynatech ................................................0027 

Electrohome ..........................................0064 

Electrophonic ........................................0064 

Emerex ....................................................0059 

Emerson....0211, 0029, 0236, 0305, 0148, 

................................0588, 0027, 0064, 0070 

Fisher ............................................0074, 0131 

Fuji ................................................0060, 0062 

DVD Codes 

Aiwa..........................................................0668 

Apex ........................................................0699 

Arcam ......................................................0759 

B & K ............................................0682, 0689 

Denon ..........................................0517, 0661 

Fisher........................................................0697 

GE ............................................................0549 

Go Video ................................................0742 

Gradiente ................................................0678 

Harman/Kardon..........................0609, 0729 


..........0490, 0204, 0309,0066, 0046, 0181 

Envision....................................................0057 

Fisher........................................................0181 

Fujitsu............................................0206, 0710 

Funai ..................................0207, 0198, 0206 

Futuretech ..............................................0207 

GE ............ 0048, 0074, 0078, 0205, 0478, 

................................0120, 0162, 0309, 0774 

Gibralter ..........................0044, 0046, 0057 

GoldStar................0205, 0046, 0057, 0083 

Gradiente ....................................0083, 0080 

Grunpy..........................................0206, 0207 

Hallmark ..................................................0205 

Harley Davidson ....................................0206 

Harman/Kardon.................................... 0081 

Harvard....................................................0207 

Hitachi ..................0172, 0178, 0083, 0043 

Infinity ......................................................0081 

Inteq..........................................................0044 

JBL ............................................................0081 

JCB ............................................................0027 

JVC............................................................0080 

KEC ..........................................................0207 

KTV....................................0207, 0057, 0066 

Kenwood ....................................0057, 0046 

LG............................................................ 0083 

LXI......0181, 0074, 0081, 0183, 0205, 0774 

Logik ........................................................0043 

Luxman ....................................................0083 

MGA ......................0177, 0046, 0057, 0205 

MTC ......................0087, 0057, 0046, 0083 

Magnavox..........................0081, 0057, 0206 

Majestic ....................................................0043 

Marantz ........................................0081, 0057 

Matsushita ..............................................0277 

Megatron......................................0172, 0205 

Memorex ............0205, 0043, 0083, 0177, 

............................................0181, 0277, 0490 

Funai ........................................................0027 

GE.............. 0062, 0087, 0075, 0267, 0787 

Garrard....................................................0027 

Go Video ................................................0553 

GoldStar ......................................0064, 0065 

Gradiente ................................................0027 

HI-Q ........................................................0074 

Harley Davidson ....................................0027 

Harman/Kardon ........................ 0065, 0108 

Harwood ................................................0099 

Headquarter ..........................................0073 

Hitachi ..............................0069, 0027, 0068 

Hughes Network Systems......................0069 

JVC ................................................0094, 0068 

Jensen ......................................................0068 

KEC ..............................................0064, 0305 

KLH ..........................................................0099 

Kenwood..........................0068, 0094, 0065 

Kodak............................................0062, 0064 

LXI ............................................................0064 

Lloyd’s ......................................................0027 

Logik ........................................................0099 

MEI ............................................................0062 

MGA..............................................0070, 0267 

MGN Technology..................................0267 

MTC..............................................0027, 0267 

Magnasonic..............................................0305 

Magnavox ....0062, 0108, 0027, 0066, 0176 

Magnin......................................................0267 

Marantz ........................................0108, 0062 

Marta ........................................................0064 

Matsushita....................................0062, 0189 

Memorex ............0131, 0074, 0027, 0064, 

........0075, 0062, 0073, 0267, 0334, 0066, 

........................................................0189, 0236 

Hitachi ..........................................0600, 0691 

Hiteker ....................................................0699 

JVC ................................................0650, 0585 

Kenwood..........................0764, 0709, 0561 

Konka ....................0746, 0738, 0747, 0748 

Magnavox ....................................0530, 0702 

Marantz ....................................................0566 

Mitsubishi ................................................0548 

Onkyo ..........................................0654, 0530 

Optimus ..................................................0598 

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Midland ..0044, 0066, 0074, 0078,0162, 0774 

Minutz ......................................................0048 

Mitsubishi..............0177, 0205, 0046, 0120 

Motorola..................................................0120 

Multitech..................................................0207 

NAD..................................0183, 0193, 0205 

NEC ..................................0057, 0046, 0083 

NTC..........................................................0119 

Nikko ................................0205, 0057, 0119 

Onwa........................................................0207 

Optimus............................0277, 0193, 0181 

Optonica ......................................0120, 0192 

Orion ................................0490, 0206, 0263 

Panasonic ....................................0078, 0277 

Penney ........0074, 0087, 0057, 0048, 0162, 

0205, 0078, 0066, 0046, 0083, 0183, 0774 

Philco..........0172, 0046, 0057, 0081, 0490 

Philips ......................................................0081 

Pilot....................................0046, 0057, 0066 

Pioneer ....................................................0193 

Portland ............................0046, 0066, 0119 

Prism ........................................................0078 

Proscan ........................................0074, 0774 

Proton ......................................................0205 

Pulsar ............................................0044, 0046 

Quasar ..............................0078, 0277, 0192 

RCA ..........0074, 0162, 0046, 0078, 0117, 

........................................................0120, 0774 

Radio Shack ........0192, 0207, 0057, 0205, 

........0066, 0181, 0046, 0074, 0083, 0774 

Realistic ....0192, 0207, 0181, 0057, 0066, 

............................................0205, 0046, 0083 

Runco............................................0044, 0057 

SSS ................................................0046, 0207 

Sampo ..........................................0057, 0066 

Samsung ....0087, 0046, 0205, 0057, 0083 

Samsux ....................................................0066 

Sansei........................................................0478 

Minolta ....................................................0069 

Mitsubishi..........................0070, 0075, 0094 

Motorola ......................................0062, 0075 

Multitech ......................................0027, 0099 

NEC ......................0065, 0068, 0094, 0131 

Nikko........................................................0064 

Noblex ....................................................0267 

Olympus ..................................................0062 

Optimus......................0189, 0075, 0064, 0131 

Orion ................................0029, 0211, 0236 

Panasonic ..............0062, 0189, 0252, 0643 

Penney........0062, 0267, 0064, 0069, 0065 

Pentax ......................................................0069 

Philco ............................................0062, 0236 

Philips ................................0108, 0062, 0645 

Pilot ..........................................................0064 

Pioneer ....................................................0094 

Portland ..................................................0047 

Profitronic ..............................................0267 

Proscan ........................................0087, 0787 

Protec ......................................................0099 

Pulsar........................................................0066 

Quarter....................................................0073 

Quartz......................................................0073 

Quasar..........................................0062, 0189 

RCA ..........0087, 0176, 0069, 0062, 0075, 

............................................0133, 0267, 0787 

Radio Shack ............................................0027 

Radix ........................................................0064 

Randex ....................................................0064 

Realistic ................0027, 0131, 0074, 0075, 

............................................0064, 0062, 0073 

ReplayTV......................................0641, 0643 

Runco ......................................................0066 

STS ............................................................0069 

Oritron ....................................................0678 

Panasonic..........................0517, 0704, 0659 

Pelican Accessories ..............................0758 

Philips............................................0566, 0530 

Pioneer..............................0598, 0552, 0659 

Princeton ................................................0701 

Proscan ....................................................0549 

RCA ..................................0549, 0598, 0731 

Saitek ........................................................0758 

Samsung ..................................................0600 

Sansui........................................................0490 

Sanyo ........................................................0181 

Scimitsu....................................................0046 

Scotch ......................................................0205 

Scott ..........0263, 0046, 0205, 0206, 0207 

Sears ..........0181, 0083, 0183, 0074, 0081, 

................................0198, 0205, 0206, 0774 

Semivox ..................................................0207 

Semp ........................................................0183 

Sharp..................................0120, 0192, 0066 

Shogun......................................................0046 

Signature..................................................0043 

Sony ..........................................................0027 

Soundesign ......................0205, 0206, 0207 

Squareview..............................................0198 

Starlite......................................................0207 

Supreme ..................................................0027 

Sylvania ........................................0081, 0057 

Symphonic ..............................................0198 

TMK ..................................0083, 0204, 0205 

Tandy........................................................0120 

Technics ......................................0078, 0277 

Technol Ace ..........................................0206 

Techwood....................................0078, 0083 

Teknika ................0043, 0081, 0206, 0207, 

........0046, 0066, 0119, 0083, 0087, 0177 

Telefunken ..............................................0083 

Toshiba ............................0183, 0087, 0181 

Totevision................................................0066 

Vector Research....................................0057 

Victor ......................................................0080 

Vidikron ..................................................0081 

Vidtech ........................................0046, 0205 

Wards ..................0081, 0192, 0205, 0043, 

....................0046, 0048, 0057, 0083, 0206 

White Westinghouse ...................... 0490 

Yamaha ........................................0046, 0057 

Zenith ....................0044, 0043, 0119, 0490 

Samsung........................................0072, 0267 

Sanky ............................................0066, 0075 

Sansui..........0068, 0027, 0094, 0236, 0298 

Sanyo......................0074, 0073, 0131, 0267 

Scott ......................0211, 0148, 0070, 0072 

Sears ..........0064, 0069, 0027, 0062, 0073, 

........................................................0074, 0131 

Semp ........................................................0072 

Sharp ........................................................0075 

Shintom....................................................0099 

Shogun......................................................0267 

Singer........................................................0099 

Sony........................0060, 0059, 0027, 0062 

Sylvania ..................0062, 0108, 0027, 0070 

Symphonic ..............................................0027 

TMK..........................................................0267 

Tatung ......................................................0068 

Teac ..............................................0027, 0068 

Technics ......................................0062, 0189 

Teknika ............................0027, 0062, 0064 

Thomas ....................................................0027 

Tivo ..........................................................0645 

Toshiba ........................................0072, 0070 

Totevision....................................0064, 0267 

Unitech ....................................................0267 

Vector ......................................................0072 

Vector Research....................................0065 

Video Concepts ....................................0072 

Videosonic ..............................................0267 

Wards ......0062, 0087, 0027, 0074, 0267, 

........0069, 0075, 0099, 0108, 0176, 0787 

White Westinghouse................0305, 0236 

XR-1000 ..........................0099, 0027, 0062 

Yamaha ....................................................0065 

Zenith ....................0066, 0027, 0060, 0236 

Sharp ........................................................0657 

Sherwood................................................0660 

Sony ..........................................................0560 

Technics ..................................................0517 

Techwood ..............................................0719 

Theta Digital ..........................................0598 

Toshiba ....................................................0530 

Yamaha ........................................0517, 0572 

Zenith ..........................................0618, 0530


TV Functions 

TV 

Press to put the remote control in TV 

mode. LED will blink when other buttons 

are pressed while in TV mode. 

VOL +/- 

Increases and decreases volume. 

0-9 

Allows direct number entry for tuning to 

a channel. 

TV INPUT 

Switch through TV inputs (if applicable). 


Once programmed (refer to page 14), your DIRECTV ® Remote Control should control certain functions of your TV. 

Be sure to press the TV button before operating your TV. 

Note: All features on your TV may not be supported by this remote. 

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POWER 

Press to turn TV on or off. 

CH+/CH- 

Change channel up or down 

MUTE 

Switches audio on and off.


VCR/DVD Functions 

VCR 

Press to put the remote control in VCR 

mode. LED will blink when other buttons 

are pressed while in VCR mode. 

REWIND 

VCR - When tape playback is stopped, 

press to rewind at high speed. During tape 

playback, press to rewind the tape while 

the picture stays on the screen. 

DVD - Press and release to select previous 

chapter. Press and hold to scan 

backwards. 

STOP 

Press to stop the tape or disc. 

RECORD (VCR only) 

Press once to start a recording. 

0-9 

Allows direct number entry for tuning to 

a channel or chapter. 


Once programmed (refer to page 14), your DIRECTV ® Remote Control should control certain functions of your VCR 

or DVD. Be sure to press the VCR or DVD button before operating each unit. 

Note: All features on your VCR or DVD player may not be supported by this remote. 

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POWER 

Press to turn VCR or DVD player on 

or off. 

DVD 

Press to put the remote control in 

DVD mode. LED will blink when other 

buttons are pressed while in DVD 

mode. 

FF 

VCR - When tape playback is stopped, 

press to advance the tape at high speed. 

During tape playback, press to advance 

the tape while the picture stays on the 

screen. 

DVD - Press and release to select next 

chapter. Press and hold to scan 

forward. 

PLAY 

Press to play a tape or disc. 

PAUSE 

Press to pause a tape or disc. 

CH+/CH- (VCR only) 

Change channel up or down


If your equipment has been professionally installed, skip this first 

time setup section and go to page 19. 

Setup Wizard 

After the DIRECTV® Receiver has been connected to your components, 

it is time to turn the DIRECTV Receiver on. 

1. Press the SAT button on the remote control. The LED will 

blink. 

2. Press the POWER button on the remote control. 

3. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select your preferred language of the 

on screen menus and guide and press OK. 

4. When the Welcome screen displays, press the OK button on 

the remote control to start the Setup Wizard. The Setup 

Wizard is a first time setup that automatically steps you through 

the installation process. This screen will ONLY appear the very 

first time your DIRECTV Receiver is turned on. 

a. Enter the ZIP code. 

Note: The ZIP code is critical to point your dish accurately 

(refer to page 32). 

b. Configure the dish (refer to page 32). 

c. Point the dish (refer to page 32). 

d. Test the System (refer to page 33). 

5. After you have installed your DIRECTV System, you should 

contact DIRECTV to order DIRECTV® programming at 

1-800 DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). 

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Select a preferred language for the 

text display in the menus and 

program guide. 

Seleccione un idioma para ver el 

texto de los menúes y la guía 

de programa. 

English 

Spanish 

Welcome 

Follow these 4 easy steps and 

be on your way to enjoying a 

new viewing experience. 

Select OK to go the 

Setup Wizard. 

Skip the Setup Wizard 

by pressing down then OK. 

Go to Setup Wizard 

Skip Setup Wizard


All Day Ticket (Pay Per View) 

Alternate Audio Track 

Closed Captioning 

Dolby Digital (DSX 5540 only) 

New Incoming Messages 

Watching TV 

The Info Banner shows information on the currently tuned program such as the rating, title, start and end time, program 

description, and channel number. It also displays the current time and date and indicates if any special features are currently 

enabled, such as Favorite Channels (page 21) or SmartSurf (page 20). 

Channel Number 

& Name 

Start/End Time 

& Date 

Channel Icon 

Program Name 

& Description 

On screen 

Display (OSD) 

message space 

indicates error 

messages or 

status or song ID 

information 

(when you select 

a channel that 

contains audio 

only). 

Letterbox format 

System Locked 

System Temporarily Unlocked 

Pay Per View 

DIRECTV Interactive Service 

106 PPV 

5:22PM Jun 14 

5:30PM-7:15PM Jun 14, PG-13 

Spanish 

Young Father 

Movies, Horror (2001) Seth Hill stars in this tale of a young father 

facing otherworldly intruders in a secluded mansion during the 

waning days of World War II. 

Press OK to purchase 

Watching TV 

To do this…. Do this…. 

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News List 1 

Rating 

Current Time 

& Date 

Current Alternate 

Audio Track 

- The alternate 

audio icon indicates 

an alternate 

audio track is 

available. To 

change audio 

tracks, press the 

� or � button 

on the remote. 

Favorites (page 

21) status 

SmartSurf (page 

20) statue 

Display the banner Press INFO button on the remote 

View program details 1. Press INFO to display the banner 

2. Press INFO again to display program details 

View other channels with You can see or “browse” what is on other channels without tuning away from the 

the Browse Banner currently viewed program with the Browse Banner. 

1. While watching a program, press the INFO button on the remote to display the 

banner. 

2. While the banner is displayed. press the ▲▼ buttons to see what is showing on 

other channels. 

3. Press OK to switch to the new channel displayed in the Banner or exit to remove 

the banner. 

Note: When Favorite Channels (page 21) or SmartSurf (page 20) is in use, the 

Browse Banner will only show programs from those lists.


EZ Search Pay Per View (PPV) 

Philips offers a unique feature for searching pay per views. By 

pressing the PPV button on the remote, a listing of all pay per 

view programs starting within a chosen time period will be displayed 

alphabetically. 

1. Press the PPV button on the remote. 

2. Use the ▲▼ to select a time period to search in (Note: The 

full 3.5 day search takes about 10 seconds and cannot be 

interrupted) and press OK. 

3. Use the ▲▼ to select a pay per view program and press OK. 

View details about your selected pay per view program, 

purchase it or display other showings of your selection. 

SmartSurf 

Choosing SmartSurf is an easy way to highlight the 

programs whose categories or themes match your 

choice in the guide. Also, when changing channels, you will go only 

to the channels containing programs that have the selected category. 

When SmartSurf is active, the SmartSurf icon displays in the lower 

right hand corner of the banner. 

There are four pre-defined SmartSurf categories. Refer to the 

buttons on the remote. 

Pre-defined Smartsurf icons: 

Movies Sports News Kids 

Enhanced User Features 

To select specific SmartSurf category: 

1. Press SmartSurf on the remote control. You have a choice to 

clear an existing setting (if active already), cancel, or continue with 

setting the SmartSurf. 

2. Press the ▲▼ buttons to highlight the desired category or subcategory. 

The presence of subcategories is indicated by an arrow 

to the right of the category. To view the subcategories, press the 

� button. 

3. Press OK to select the category or subcategory. 

Note: To turn off SmartSurf, press any of the SmartSurf keys, select 

“Clear SmartSurf” and press OK. When the POWER button is 

pressed and the receiver goes into standby, SmartSurf is automatically 

turned off. 

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PPV startng in next: 

3 Hours 

12 Hours 

3.5 Days 

SmartSurf 

Continue 

Clear SmartSurf 

Cancel 

Main 

Movies 

Sports 

Interests 

Lifestyles 

News 

Themes 

Show Types 

Age Appropriate 

Pay Per View 

Arrow up/down to scroll. 

Press OK to select. 

BACK to previous. 

Pay Per View 



BACK to previous menu. 

Movie 1 12:30p - 2:47p Mon, Cct 14 

Movie 2 Noon - 2:35p Mon, Oct 14 

Movie 3 2:00p - 3:33p Mon, Oct 14 

Movie 4 1:30p - 3:22p Mon, Oct 14 

Movie 5 3:00a - 4:23a Mon, Oct 14 

MOVIES SPORTS NEWS KIDS 

D C F E 

SmartSurf by Category 




SMARTSURF 

- To choose a category for channel surfing 

and for highlighting in the guide. 

- To deactivate any SmartSurf settings. 

- To keep current settings. 

View a list of pay per 

view programs and 

events that start 

within the predefined 

times on the left. 

Note: searching the 

entire 3.5 days will 

take about 10 seconds 

and cannot be 

interrupted 

Select time period for pay per view search 

List of pay per views starting within chosen time period 

SmartSurf options 

List of categories for SmartSurf 

- indicates 

subcategories. View 

them by pressing the 

right arrow. Press OK 

to select one category 

or subcategory.


Favorite Channels 

Favorite Channels is an easy way to customize the listing 

of channels. Once Favorites is configured, the Favorites 

icon displays in the banner and programs displayed in the 

Program Guide are only those in the selected list. When using 

the CH+ and CH- buttons, you are limited to channels in 

the Favorites list; however, you can access any channel by entering 

its number directly on the remote control. You can save up to 

four different favorite channel lists. This way, members of a 

household can each set their own favorite channel list. 

To access Favorite Channels: 

1. Press FAVORITES (FAV) on the remote. 

Or from the Main menu: 

1. Press MENU. 

2. Use the ▼ button to select “Preferences” and press OK. 

3. Use the ▼ button to select “Set Favorite Channels” and press 

OK. 

Then, to select or edit a Favorite channel list: 

1. Press the ▲▼ buttons to highlight the desired list, and press 

OK. Or, to turn off any previously selected Favorites list, 

highlight “All Channels”, and press OK 

2. Then, use the ▲▼ buttons to highlight “Select” to activate 

your Favorite list and press OK. Or, to edit the name or customize 

a Favorite channel list, select “Select and Edit” and 

press OK. 

Select & Edit: Change List Name: 

1. Select “Change List Name” and press OK. 

2. Use the � �� buttons to scroll through the alphabet. 

When the letter you want is selected, press OK. Repeat until 

you have spelled the list name.. 

3. When finished, select “Done” on the on-screen keyboard and 

press OK. 

Select & Edit: Customize Favorites: 

1. Select “Customize Favorites” and press OK. 

2. You can manually select/deselect channels by highlighting a 

channel and pressing OK. Use the ▲▼ buttons to navigate 

through the list, or use the PAGE +/- buttons to scroll the list 

up or down by a complete page. 

“Select All” selects all channels in the list. You can then manually 

deselect any channel. 

“Deselect All” deselects all the channels in the list. You can then 

manually select any channel. 

3. When customization is complete, Select “Save Changes” and press 

OK. Press BACK to return to the previous menu without saving 

your changes. 

Enhanced User Features (cont’d) 

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Main Menu 



BACK to exit. 

Guide 

Interactive Services 

Preferences 

Parental Controls 

Purchases 

Setup 

System Upgrades 

Messages 

Caller ID 

To access Favorites from the Main Menu, press MENU 

and select “Preferences” 

Preferences: Set Favorite Channels 



BACK to exit. 

Preferred Language 

Screen Format 

Banner Duration 

Set Favorite Channels 

A/V Matrix 

Remote Control ID 

Dolby Digital 

List 1: Customize Favorites 




Select All 

Deselect All 

Save Changes 

All Channels 

List 1 

List 2 

List 3 

List 4 

100 DTV 

101 PPV 

102 PPV 

103 FREE 

104 PPV 

105 DTV 

106 PPV 

107 PPV 

Select 

Select & Edit 

Select “Set Favorite Channels” in the “Preferences” menu 

Set Favorite Channels: Change List Name 


Up/down or left/right to highlight. 

Press EXIT to cancel. 

Change List Name 

Customize Favorites 

List 2 

A B C D E F G H I 

J K L M N O P Q R 

S T U V W X Y Z 0 

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 

Space 

Clear 

Change List Name 

Customize Favorites 

Backspace 

Done




The DIRECTV ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE offers complete TV listings for up to 3 1/2 days plus access to much more. 

The Guide lists programs according to their time slot and channel. With it, you can tune to a program, be notified when a 

program is about to start, order pay per view programs, search through listings by the type of program you’re looking for, 

and set reminders for future viewing. 

The Channel Scroll Bar shows the position of the channel relative to the total number of channels. 

The Channel List shows the channels available. 

Arrows indicate that the program extends beyond the time slot shown. 

The Clock indicates that a Reminder for the program has been set for future viewing. If a Reminder is set, it will always display 

in the Guide cell. You will get notification before the program starts so that you can tune to it. 

The Program List shows all the programs airing in a given time slot. If program names are too long to fit into a guide cell, 

they may be shortened. When a program is selected, its full name appears in the banner. 

The Banner in the guide shows information on the highlighted program such as the rating, title, start and end time, program 

description, and channel number. It also displays the current time and date and indicates if any special features are 

currently enabled, such as Favorite Channels (page 21) or SmartSurf (page 20). 

Channel Number 

& Name 

Currently Tuned 

Channel 

Picture in Guide 

Time Slot 

Selected Date 

Channel Scroll 

Bar 

Channel List 

Program List 

All Channels 

Default 

Using the Guide 


106 PPV 5:22PM Jun 14 

5:30PM-7:15PM Jun 14 

Young Father 

Movies, Horror (2001) Seth Hill stars in this 

tale of a young father facing otherworldly 

intruders in a secluded mansion during the 


Rating: PG-13 

Fri Jun 14 5:00P 5:30P 

106 PPV G The... Young Father 

107 PPV G Young Father 

108 PPV G Young Father 

109 PPV G ALLDAY 

ALLDAY 

All ALLDAY 

110 PPV G All ALLDAY 

111 PPV All ALLDAY 

Press Guide View Search Help 

Display the Guide Press the GUIDE button on the remote control or select “Guide” from the Main 

Menu. 

Scroll through the Press the ▲▼ buttons. You can use the PAGE+/- buttons to scroll a full page at 

Program List a time. 

Scroll to another time slot Press the � � buttons. Program information displays in the banner. 

Choose a program to view Press the arrow buttons until the program you want to view is highlighted in the 

Guide. If the program is in the current time slot, pressing OK tunes to the selected 

channel and displays the information for the program in the banner. 

If the program is in a future time slot, you are given the option to set a Reminder 

(refer to page 23). If the selected future program is pay per view, you are also given 

the option to purchase the program. 

View program details You can toggle between the guide and program details by pressing the 

INFO button on the remote. 

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Current 

Time and 

Date 

Icons 

Refer to page 19. 

Start/End Time 

& Date 

Banner 

Rating 

Highlighted 

Program 

Arrows 

Guide Menu 

Buttons


DIRECTV ADVANCED PROGRAM GUIDE (cont’d) 

Using the Guide (cont’d) 


Set a Reminder for future You can set up your viewing schedule ahead of time, so that you will be automatically 

viewing 

notified of the shows you want to see. In the Guide, Reminders display as a clock to 

the right of the program title. 

If you wish to record a program using your VCR, set the VCR’s timer recording also. 

Refer to your VCR’s owner’s manual for timer recording instructions. The 

DIRECTV® Receiver will turn on at the correct time and tune to the channel if a 

Reminder is set. 

To set a Reminder for a 1. Highlight a future program in the guide and press OK. In the Reminder screen, 

non-pay per view program choose whether you want to select this program once, daily, weekly, or Monday- 

Friday. Remember, you are actually setting the Reminder by the time slot, so if 

the program moves to a different time slot, you will need to reset the Reminder. 

2. Press OK. 

If the program is in the same time slot as another Reminder, the system will prompt 

you that a conflict exists. 

To set a Reminder for a 1. When a future pay per view is purchased, you are given the option to set a 

pay per view program 

Reminder in the purchase details screen. If you set the Reminder for a purchased 

pay per view, you will be charged when the event airs. 

To cancel a Reminder for a 1. Highlight the program in the guide and press OK. 

program 

2. Choose “Once” if you want to cancel a Reminder program for one 

time slot only, or “Always” if a program has been set as a Reminder more than 

once, for example, a program that airs every day. Then, press OK. 

PPV (Pay Per View) 

Pay per view programs include special programming, movies, and sporting programs and are indicated by a "$" in the banner. 

In the Guide, you can preview currently airing PPV programs, purchase current and future PPV programs, and cancel 

a purchase. From the Main Menu, you can view the purchase history, cancel purchases, and restrict this feature by setting 

rating and spending limits. 

To purchase a PPV program: 

1. Highlight the program in the Guide and press OK. 

2. Select "Buy" and press OK. The price will display on the button. If you have locked your DIRECTV Receiver and the rating 

or spending limit is exceeded, you must enter your access code to temporarily unlock the receiver (refer to page 29) 

before you can purchase it. 

3. Select “Showings” to see a list of alternate show times. Press the ▲▼ buttons to move to the next selectable showing (if 

available), then press the OK button to select it. 

4. Press OK to confirm your purchase. 

Note: To order PPV, the DIRECTV Receiver must be continuously connected to a land-based phone line. 

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Guide Menu 

Guide Menu 

The bottom of the Guide screen (refer to page 22) contains three 

buttons that can be accessed by pressing the GUIDE button on 

the remote control when the Guide is already displayed. 

• Use the � �buttons to highlight a button and press OK to 

view its list of options. 

• To close the list of options and select another Guide Menu button, 

press BACK. 

• To return to the Guide press BACK again or GUIDE. 

• To exit to watch TV, press Exit. 

Guide Menu: View 

Selecting “View” displays “Go To Time, Pay Per View, Reminder 

List and Time Reminder.” Use the ▲▼ buttons to select from 

the View options. Press OK or � to select an option. 

Jump to specific time slot in guide 

EZ Search Pay Per View (see page 20) 

List of Reminders set (see page 23) 

Set a Reminder by specific date, time 

and duration 

Guide Menu: Search 

Selecting “Search” allows you to search programs based on 

Category, Title, Actor and Director. Use the ▲▼ buttons to 

select from the Search options, and press OK or � to select a 

search option. 

Category 

Title, Actor, Director 

Guide Menu: Help 

Displays help information on screen. Use the ▲▼ arrows to 

select a topic and press OK. Press the PAGE+/- to scroll 

through help information. 

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All Channels 

Default 

All Channels 

Default 

All Channels 

Default 

106 PPV 5:22PM Jun 14 

5:30PM-7:15PM Jun 14 

Young Father 





Rating: PG-13 

Fri Jun 14 5:00P 5:30P 


107 PPV G Young Father ALLDAY 




111 PPV All ALLDAY 


Access the Guide Menu by pressing the GUIDE button 

while in the Guide 

106 PPV 5:22PM Jun 14 

5:30PM-7:15PM Jun 14 

Young Father 





Rating: PG-13 

Fri Jun 14 5:00P 5:30P 




109 

110 

PPV GGo All 

To ALLDAY Time 

Pay Per View 

PPV G All ALLDAY 

Reminder List 

111 PPV Time All ALLDAY Reminder 


“View” menu options 

106 PPV 5:22PM Jun 14 

5:30PM-7:15PM Jun 14 

Young Father 





Rating: PG-13 

Fri Jun 14 5:00P 5:30P 


107 PPV G Young Fathers ALLDAY 

108 PPV G Young Fathers ALLDAY 


Category 

Title 

110 PPV G All ALLDAY Actor 

111 PPV All ALLDAY Director 


“Search” menu options. “Help” menu available by 

selecting “Help” and pressing OK


Guide Menu: Search: Category 

Guide Menu (cont’d) 

A category search allows you to choose from a predefined list of 

categories and subcategories. The � arrow indicates the category 

has subcategories. 

1. Use the ▲▼ buttons to highlight a category or the � arrow 

to view a list of subcategories. 

2. Press OK to select one category or subcategory to search. 

Guide Menu: Search: Title/Actor/Director 

To search for a specific title, actor or director: 

1. Use the � �� buttons to scroll through the alphabet. 

Highlight the letter you want, and press OK. Repeat until you 

have spelled part or all of the title, actor or director’s name. 

2. When finished, highlight “Done” on the on-screen keyboard 

and press OK. 

Note: Ignore punctuation and accents. For example, enter 

JOHN’S as JOHNS and DAY-TO-DAY as DAYTODAY. When 

entering a full name, enter FIRST LAST. 

Guide Menu: Search Results 

Once your search is completed you will see a list of results on 

the screen. Use the �� buttons to highlight a program and 

press INFO to view the program details or OK to view a list of 

program showing times. 

In addition to the icons on page 19, the list of program showing 

times includes additional icons to reflect the available alternate 

audio tracks. 

English 

Spanish 

French 

German 

Italian 

Japenese 

Korean 

Chinese 

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Main 

Movies 

Sports 

Interests 

Lifestyles 

News 

Themes 

Show Types 

Age Appropriate 

A B C D E F G H I 

J K L M N O P R Q 

S T U V W X Y Z 0 

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 

Space 

Clear 

PROGRAMS: 

News1 

News2 

News3 

News4 

News5 

News6 

News7 

News8 

News9 

Search for a Category 




Choose a category to search 

Search for an Actor 



Press EXIT to cancel. 

Backspace 

Done 

Search Results: NEWS 




- indicates 

subcategories. View 

them by pressing the 

right arrow. Press OK 

to select one category 

or subcategory. 

Note: Ignore 

punctuation and 

accents. For example, 

enter JOHN'S as JOHNS 

and DAY-TO-DAY as 

DAYTODAY. For 

entering a full name, 

enter FIRST 

LAST. 

Enter the name of the title, actor or director with the 

on-screen keyboard 

“Search Results” screen 

Showings: Young Father 




11:30a-1:22p Tue, Nov 05 109 PPV 

Noon-1:52p Tue, Nov 05 106 PPV 

12:30p-2:22p Tue, Nov 05 107 PPV 

1:00p-2:52p Tue, Nov 05 108 PPV 

1:30p-3:22p Tue, Nov 05 109 PPV 

“Showings” screen


Using the Main Menu 

Main Menu 

The Main Menu lets you customize the features of your 

DIRECTV ® Receiver. 

To access the Main Menu from the Guide or TV: 

Press the MENU button on the remote control. 

To exit the menu: 

Press the MENU button or EXIT. 

To navigate through the menus: 

Use the ▲▼ buttons to highlight an option. Then press OK or 

� to confirm the selection and display a sub-menu. Selecting 

items in a sub-menu displays options in which you can change or 

review settings. 


DIRECTV INTERACTIVE powered by Wink Communications® 

offers an interactive television service that lets you use your 

remote control to access up-to-the-minute news, sports and 

weather, get program trivia, respond to free offers and shop, all 

while you watch TV. Look for the flashing and press OK to 

open the interactive window. 

To learn more about the DIRECTV INTERACTIVE services: 


2. Use ▼ to highlight “Interactive Services” and press OK. 

3. Press the OK button to tune directly to the DIRECTV INTER- 

ACTIVE Center (channel 499) to get more information 

about: Getting Started, Interactive Channels, Shopping Sign 

Up, Order History, Messages, Help & Settings, and About 

DIRECTV. 

DIRECTV INTERACTIVE service only available on select 

model receivers. Receiver must be connected to a phone line. 

Wink and Wink Logo are registered trademarks of Wink 

Communications Inc. 

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Main Menu 



BACK to exit. 

Guide 


Preferences 


Purchases 

Setup 

System Upgrades 

Messages 

Caller ID 

Press MENU button to view Main Menu


Main Menu: Preferences 

Main Menu (cont’d) 

The Preferences option in the Main Menu lets you change the “Preferred Language”, screen format, or banner duration, 

set or edit the favorite channels list, enable/disable the A/V Matrix and set the remote control ID. To change your preferences, 

select “Preferences” in the Main Menu and press OK. In the sub-menus that display, use the ▲▼ buttons to highlight 

your selection. Press BACK to return to the Main Menu. 

Preferences: Preferred Language 

Many programs are broadcast with program information and 

audio tracks in different languages. You can choose the preferred 

language for the text in the Menu and Guide and for the audio 

tracks of programs. 

Note: Not all programs offer multiple languages. If the selected 

program is not available in the language you prefer, it defaults to 

English. 

To choose a language: 

1. Press MENU. The Guide option will be highlighted. Press ▼ to 

select “Preferences” and press OK. 

2. Select “Preferred Language” and press OK. 

3. Use the ▲▼ buttons to choose either “Menu & Guide” or “Audio 

Track” and press OK. The currently selected language has a checkmark 

to its right. 

4. Use the ▲▼ buttons to choose a language from the list. 

Press OK. 

If desired, repeat steps 3-4 to change the other option. 

Note: Once the language of the “Menu & Guide” menu is changed, 

the Receiver will reset and the new language will be used. 

Preferences: Screen Format 

To select a screen format: 


2. Press ▼ to select “Preferences” and press OK. 

3. Press ▼ to select the “Screen Format” and press OK. 

4. Use the ▲▼ buttons to choose from the options. 

5. Once you have made your selection, press OK. 

Note: Most standard TVs are 4:3 and that is the recommended setting. 

If you have a widescreen TV, select 16:9. 

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Preferred Language: Menu & Guide 




Menu & Guide 

Audio Track 

Select preferred language of text in the Menus and 

Guide in the “Menu & Guide” menu 

Preferred Language: Audio Track 




Menu & Guide 

Audio Track 

English 

Spanish 

English 

Spanish 

French 

German 

Italian 

Japenese 

Korean 

Chinese 

Select preferred language of every program in the 

“Audio Track” menu 

Preferences: Screen Format 





Screen Format 



A/V Matrix 


Full screen (4:3) 

Wide (16:9) 

“Screen Format” menu


Preferences: Banner Duration 

Banner durations define how long the banner remains on the 

screen after you press INFO. Options are 5, 10, 15, or 20 

seconds. The default value is 10 seconds. 

To select the banner duration: 



3. Press ▼ to select “Banner Duration” and press OK. 

4. Use the ▲▼ buttons to choose from the options. 

5. Once you have made your selection, press OK. 

Preferences: Set Favorite Channels 

Refer to Enhanced User Features section, page 21. 

Preferences: A/V Matrix 

If you connected the A/V matrix as described in the 

Connections portion of the user manual (refer to page 12), then 

you must enable the A/V Matrix in the DIRECTV ® Receiver 

before you can use it. 

To enable/disable the A/V Matrix: 



3. Press ▼ to select “A/V Matrix” and press OK. 

4. Select “Enable” and press OK. 

Once enabled and connected, pressing the SOURCE button on 

the remote will switch between the video source(s) connected 

to Video IN1 and Video IN2 and satellite programming. 

Note: If a video source is not connected or turned on and the 

A/V Matrix is enabled, pressing the SOURCE button will still 

point to that video input. Your TV will go blank. Hit the 

SOURCE button to cycle to the next video input or to satellite 

programming. 

Preferences: Remote Control ID 

If you purchase two DSX 5500 or DSX 5540 receivers and use 

them in close proximity of each other, control them independently 

by assigning a separate ID number to each remote. 

To change the ID number of the remote control: 



3. Press ▼ to select “Remote Control ID” and press OK. 

4. The only option available is the alternate ID. Select and press OK. 

5. Press and hold down the SAT and MUTE buttons on the 

remote until the SAT light stays on. 

6. To set the ID number to 1, enter “111” or to set the ID to 0, 

enter “000”. The SAT button will blink twice to confirm the 

entry. 

7. Point the remote at the Receiver and press OK to complete 

the process. 

Note: It is important at the end of the procedure to point the 

remote at the corresponding DIRECTV Receiver and press OK. 

Otherwise, the remote control will change its ID but the Receiver 

will not and communication will be lost between the two. 


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Preferences: Banner Duration 





Screen Format 



A/V Matrix 


Preferences: A/V Matrix 





Screen Format 



A/V Matrix 


5 Seconds 

10 seconds 

15 Seconds 

20 seconds 

“Banner Duration” menu options 

Enable 

Disable 

Preferences: Remote Control ID 





Screen Format 



A/V Matrix 


“A/V Matrix” menu 

Independently control 2 receivers 

in range of each other by setting 

a separate ID to each remote. 

Set Remote Control ID to 1 

“Remote Control ID” menu



Preferences: Digital Audio (DSX 5540 only) 

To get the full theater experience with Dolby Digital surround sound 

(when available), connect one or both of your digital audio outputs 

(refer to page 11) to your home theater equipment. 

To access this feature: 


2. Press ▼ arrow to select “Preferences” and press OK. 

3. Press ▼ arrow to select “Digital Audio” and press OK. 

4. Use the ▲▼ arrows to select whether you want the outputs to only 

output Dolby Digital or PCM audio or if you want the DIRECTV ® 

Receiver to auto-detect the type of audio stream present. 

Note: The Dolby Digital audio track will always be the default 

audio track when enabled. If an alternate audio track is desired as 

the default selection, you must select the “PCM only” option. 

“Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. 

Options in the “Digital Audio” menu 

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. 

Main Menu: Parental Controls 

If you want to control what channels and programs are being watched or how much is being spent on each pay per view 

purchase, Parental Controls allows you to do this with channel locks, spending limits, and rating limits. Parental Controls 

are protected by a 4-digit numeric password that you set. 

To access this feature: 


2. Press ▼ to select “Parental Controls” and press OK. 

3. Use the ▲▼ buttons to choose from the options and press OK. 

Parental Controls: Lock The System 

(Lock/Unlock The DIRECTV ® Receiver) 

Once any Parental Control setting has been configured, the 

DIRECTV Receiver must be locked in order for those 

changes to take effect. Your DIRECTV Receiver can be locked 

or unlocked. When it is locked, the system will prompt you to enter 

the password whenever you want to change settings in the following 

menus: “Channel Locks”, ”Set Rating Limits”, or “Set Spending 

Limits”. The lock icon in the banner indicates a locked system. 

To lock or unlock the system: 

1. Choose “Lock The System” or “Unlock The System” from the 

“Parental Controls” menu. 

2. When the system prompts you for a password, enter it using the 

numeric buttons on the remote control. If locking the system, 

you will need to confirm it before it takes effect. If you have forgotten 

or lost your password, contact your service provider. 

Parental Controls: Channel Locks 

Locking channels prevents a viewer from accessing the channels 

by requiring a password. You must lock the DIRECTV Receiver to 

enforce these settings (see above). 

To set Channel Locks: 

1. Choose “Channel Locks” from the “Parental Controls” menu 

and press OK. 

2. To lock /unlock all channels, use the ▲▼ buttons to select 

“Lock All”, or “Unlock All” and press OK. 

3. To manually lock/unlock individual channels, press �. Then, use 

the ▲▼ buttons to select a channel and press OK to toggle 

between lock and unlock. 

4. Use the PAGE +/- buttons to scroll the channel list by a full page. 

5. To store your new settings, select “Save Changes” and press OK. 

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Preferences: Digital Audio 





Screen Format 



A/V Matrix 


Digital Audio 

Setting for optical and coaxial 

audio outputs. 

Dolby Digital only 

PCM only 

Auto Selection 

Off 

Parental Controls: Lock The System 



Changes will take effect only after you lock the 

system in the Parental Controls menu 

Lock The System 

Channel Locks 

Set Spending Limit 

Set Rating Limits 

Replace Access Card 

Parental Controls: Channel Locks 



Changes will take effect only after you lock the 

system in the Parental Controls menu 

Lock All 

Unlock All 

Save Changes 

“Parental Controls” menu 

100 DTV 

101 PPV 

102 PPV 

103 FREE 

104 PPV 

105 DTV 

106 PPV 

107 PPV 

“Channel Locks” menu



Parental Controls: Set Spending Limit 

You can set a per purchase spending limit on pay per view programs. 

It is not a cumulative limit. You must lock the DIRECTV ® 

Receiver to enforce this setting (refer to page 29). 

To set the Spending Limit: 

1. Choose “Set Spending Limit” from the “Parental Controls” 

menu and press OK. The current purchase limit displays. 

2. Enter the spending limit using the numeric buttons on the 

remote. Or, use the ��buttons to move from one digit to 

another, then use the ▲▼ buttons to set the value for each 

digit. 

Parental Controls: Set Rating Limit 

You can restrict viewing by setting the rating limits to certain 

levels. Ratings help you determine programming content, similar 

to the way films are rated. For example, a rating of "G" is a program 

suitable for general audiences, while a rating of "R" might 

be suitable for adults only. You must lock the system to enforce 

these settings. To view a locked program, you must first enter a 

password. 

To set the Rating Limits: 

1. Choose “Set Rating Limits” from “Parental Controls” menu 

and press OK. 

2. There are three rating systems to set: Children-TV, Entire 

Audience-TV, and MPAA-Movies. You can lock or unlock all 

ratings in each system. When you lock a particular rating, all 

ratings exceeding the locked rating are automatically locked as 

well. For example, if you lock "R", "NC-17” and “X”" will be 

automatically locked. Press ▲▼ to select the desired limit and 

press OK to lock or unlock it. The Children-TV and Entire 

Audience-TV options contain sublevel ratings that can further 

identify the programming content. 

Parental Controls: Replace Access Card 

Use this menu to replace your current card with a new one, sent 

by your service provider. Be sure to follow the on-screen instructions. 

For information on inserting access cards, see page 8. 

To replace your access card: 


2. Use the �� buttons on the remote control to highlight 

“Parental Controls”. Press OK. 

3. Choose “Replace Access Card”, then press OK. Be sure the 

current access card is inserted in the DIRECTV Receiver. 

"Copying OLD access card information" will appear on the 

screen. 

4 When prompted, remove the old card, insert the new card, 

then press OK. 

5. When this process is completed, press OK to return to the 

previous menu. 

6. Discard the old card since it no longer works. 

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Parental Controls: Set Spending Limit 

Arrow up/down or #0-9 to enter number 

Press OK to accept and go to next number. 

Changes made will take effect only after you 

lock the system in the Parental Controls menu. 

Lock The System 

Channel Locks 

Set Spending Limit 

Set Rating Limits 

Replace Access Card 

Spending limit per program: 

$ 0 1 0 . 0 0 

Set Rating Limits: Children - TV 

Up/down or left/right to highlight. 

Press OK to lock a rating level or content. 

Fantasy violence is present in this program. 

Lock All 

Unlock All 

Save Changes 

TV-Y 

TV-Y7 

Set Rating Limits: Entire Audience - TV 

Press OK to lock a rating level. 

Dialogue cautions are present. 

Lock All 

Unlock All 

Save Changes 

TV-G 

TV-PG 

TV-14 

TV-MA Ç 

Set Rating Limits: MPAA - Movies 

Press OK to lock a rating level or content. 

This material is intended to be viewed 

only by adults. 

Lock All 

Unlock All 

Save Changes 

“Set Spending Limit” menu 

“Children-TV” rating system 

“Entire Audience” rating system 

TV-Y7 

F.Violence 

TV-PG 

Dialogue 

Language 

Sex 

Violence 

G 

PG 

PG-13 

R 

NC-17 Ç 

X Ç 

“MPAA-Movies” rating system


Main Menu: Purchases 

Purchases: Past Purchases 

The Past Purchases menu displays a summary of your past pay per 

view purchases. It includes the program name and channel number, 

program date, start and end time, price, and whether the program 

was viewed or cancelled. Information for all past purchases is stored 

on the access card and displayed with the most recent purchase first. 

To view past purchases: 


2. Choose “Purchases” from the main menu and press OK. 

3. Use the ▲▼ buttons to choose “Past Purchases” and press OK. 

4. A list of past purchases displays indicating whether they were 

viewed or cancelled. You can scroll through the list using the ▲▼ 

buttons or using the PAGE+/- buttons to scroll by a full page. 


Purchases: Upcoming Purchases 

The Upcoming Purchases menu displays all future pay per view 

programs that you have purchased but not cancelled. You may 

cancel any pay per view program you have not yet watched that 

was purchased through the DIRECTV Receiver. 

Note: You cannot cancel a PPV purchase if you have already tuned to 

the program. 

To cancel purchases: 


2. Choose “Purchases” from the main menu and press OK. 

3. Choose “Upcoming Purchases” and press OK. 

4. A list displays of upcoming purchases that were ordered but 

not viewed. You can scroll through the list using the ▲▼ buttons 

or using the PAGE+/- buttons to scroll by a full page. 

5. To delete a pending purchase, highlight it and press OK. A 

checkmark will appear. 

6. Select “Save Changes” and press OK to cancel all checked 

programs from the upcoming purchases list. 

7. You can verify the purchase was cancelled by checking in the 

“Past Purchases” menu. 

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Purchases: Past Purchases 


Press OK to select for deletion. 


Past Purchases 

Upcoming Purchases 

Purchases: Upcoming Purchases 


Press OK to select for deletion. 


Delete All 

Undelete All 

Save changes 

Jun 14, 2002 5:30 - 7:15 pm 106 

Young Father 

$3.95 PG 

“Past Purchases” menu 

Jun 14, 2002 5:30 - 7:15 pm 106 

Young Father 

$3.95 PG 

“Upcoming Purchases” menu



Main Menu: Setup 

Use this menu to run through the setup process (professional installation is highly recommended). Configure each setting 

within “Enter ZIP Code” and “Dish Configuration.” Use “Point Dish” and “System Test” to confirm your setup. 

To view Setup options: 


2. Select “Setup” and press OK. 

3. Use the 89 buttons to select one of the “Setup” menu 

options. 

Setup: Enter ZIP Code 

Use this function to correctly position the satellite antenna. 

To enter your ZIP code: 

1. At the “Setup” menu, select “Enter ZIP Code” and press OK. 

2. Enter the ZIP code using the numeric buttons on the remote, 

or use the 89 buttons to select each digit in the ZIP code 

field. Press the : button to move to the next field. 

Helpful Hint 

• Your ZIP code is critical to the 

installation process. 

Setup: Dish Type 

Use this function to identify your type of satellite antenna dish. 

To select your dish type: 

1. At the “Setup” menu, select “Dish Type” and press OK. 

2. Use the 89 buttons to select “Manual Selection” if you know 

the type of dish you have. Otherwise, contact your installer or 

select “Auto Selection” and press OK. 

3. Use the 89 buttons to manually select your dish type and 

press OK. 

Setup: Point Dish 

Use this function to manually point the dish and correctly align it 

with the satellite(s). You may want to have a helper to read the 

onscreen displays for you during this procedure. Signal strength 

readings change approximately 2 seconds after each adjustment is 

made. 

Note: Single dish installations often show higher signal strength 

than installations that receive signals from two or three satellites. 

The onscreen display will tell you how to align your dish based on 

your ZIP code. 

To point your dish: 

1. At the Setup menu, select “Point Dish” and press OK. 

2. A signal strength meter displays. Adjust the dish until the signal 

strength meter stabilizes at a maximum reading. The range is 0 to 

100. It is recommended to obtain a signal strength of at least 60. 

An audible tone will help with this procedure. The tones or beeps 

get faster as the signal strength increases until it becomes a continuous 

sound. If you have problems getting a signal, refer to the 

troubleshooting section of the user manual (page 35). 

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Setup: Enter ZIP Code 

Arrow up/down or #0-9 to enter number 

Press OK to accept and go to next number. 

Press BACK to previous menu. 

Enter ZIP Code 

Dish Type 

Point Dish 

System Test 

System Information 

Dish Type: Manual Selection 




Manual Selection 

Auto Selection 

Round dish configured for 

1 satellite location 

Oval dish configured for 

2 satellite locations 

Oval dish configured for 

3 satellite locations 

“Manual Selection” menu options 

Setup: Point Dish 

Manually point your dish to the direction below. 

Change satellite with arrow up/down. 

Arrow left/right changes transponder. 


Enter Zip Code 

Dish Type 

Point Dish 

System Test 


Please enter your zip code. 

9 2 1 2 7 

“Enter ZIP Code” menu 

Point dish at 154 degrees azlmuth, 

51 degrees elevation and 101 degrees 

tilt based on zip code 91914. 

101"(A) 100 2 

119"(B) 0 

110"(C) 0 

Note: Use the 8 or 9 buttons to switch between 

satellites. Use the ; or : buttons to switch between 

transponders for the selected satellite.



Setup: System Test 

This option performs a test of the system. This information is useful 

in troubleshooting if you need to contact customer service. 

To run a system test: 

1. At the Setup menu, select “System Test” and press OK. A message 

“Test in progress, Please Wait . . .” may appear. After a 

few seconds, the test results will display. 

Setup: System Information 

This option shows information about your hardware and software 

that will be useful in troubleshooting if you need to contact customer 

service. 

To view system information: 

1. At the Setup menu, select “System Information” and press OK. 

2. Use the PAGE +/- buttons to scroll the information. 

Main Menu: System Upgrades 

Your DIRECTV ® 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 DIRECTV Receiver is not likely to be in use. If your DIRECTV 

Receiver is on when an upgrade or modification is sent, reception may be interrupted for a minute or two. Reception 

should return to normal after the modification is complete. Your DIRECTV Receiver must be plugged in to receive an 

upgrade. Do not unplug your DIRECTV Receiver while an upgrade is in progress. Consult the System Upgrades Menu to 

find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by DIRECTV. 

To view past or future upgrades: 


2. Select “System Upgrades” in the Main Menu and press OK. 

3. Use the 89 buttons to select “Past Upgrades” or “Future Upgrades” and press OK. 

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Setup: System Test 



Dish Type 

Point Dish 

System Test 


Setup: System Information 

Page +/- for more information. 



Dish Type 

Point Dish 

System Test 


Tunung: OK 

Signal Strength: 0 

Access Card status: OK 

Valid card 

Access Card ID: 395015639 

Modem status: 

Line is in use 

“System Test” menu 

Jan 1, 1980 12:01:06 am 

Daylight Savings: 

Inactive 

Manufacturer Brand: PHILIPS 

IRD Model: 

DSX5500 

IRD Serial #: 12345678 

IRD Receiver ID #: 

9999-9999-9999 

“System Information” menu



Main Menu: Messages 

When you receive a new message, the New Incoming 

Messages icon appears in the banner. You can view and 

delete messages. Each message includes the date and 

time it was sent. When new messages are received, the 

oldest message is automatically deleted if the maximum amount 

of messages (30) is exceeded. The banner on the Message screen 

indicates how many messages you have. 

To view messages: 


2. Use the ▲▼ buttons to choose “Messages” and press OK. 

3. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select and view a message. 

4. When a message is displayed, press OK to delete a message 

(the torn envelope icon indicates a deleted message). 

5. When you press BACK or EXIT, all deleted messages are 

removed permanently and will not display the next time you 

view messages. 

Main Menu: Caller ID 

Note: You must have phone line connected to your Receiver and 

be subscribed to Caller ID service from your phone service 

provider. 

When a phone call comes in, a display will appear containing call 

information. 

To enable or disable Caller ID: 

1. Press the MENU button. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select “Caller 

ID”and press OK. 

2. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select “Enable/Disable” and press OK. 

3. Use the ▲▼ buttons to select either “Enable” or “Disable” 

and press OK. 

To view Caller ID history: 

At the Caller ID screen, use the ▲▼ buttons to select “Call 

History” and press OK. The history information will be displayed. 

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Messages:Message 1 of 18 

Arrow up/down to highlight and see messages. 

Page +/- to view entire message. 

Press Ok to select for deletion. 

DIRECTV offers great programming! 

Caller ID: Enable/Disable 




Enable/Disable 

Call History 

“Messages” menu 

Enable 

Disable 

“Caller ID” options


Troubleshooting 

Where To Find Help 

General help is available by highlighting the "HELP" button in the Guide menu and pressing OK. 

No picture / poor 

picture 

No sound 

Remote does not 

work 

Ordering or cancelling 

pay per view 


Favorites / 

SmartSurf 

Audio track 

incorrect 

Cannot access 

channel(s) 

1. Press the POWER button on the front panel of the DIRECTV® Receiver if the power indicator 

LED is not on. 

2. Make sure TV power is on. 

3. Check TV connection from the DIRECTV Receiver. 

a. If using RF output, tune TV to channel 3 or 4 to match the channel switch on the rear 

panel of the DIRECTV Receiver. 

b. If using composite, S-Video, or component outputs, select the proper input on your TV. 

4. Make sure the SAT IN coaxial cable is properly connected to the antenna's LNB or multiswitch. 

Check the cable for kinks. 

5. Check the satellite antenna's signal strength (see page 32). To ensure a quality picture, make sure 

the output signal is coming directly from the DIRECTV Receiver and not through your VCR. 

6. If the A/V Matrix is enabled, press the SOURCE button on the remote to select from satellite 

programming, VIDEO IN1, or VIDEO IN2. 

7. Turn DIRECTV Receiver off, unplug, wait 10 to 15 seconds, and plug back in. 

Note: Adverse weather conditions may affect picture quality. 

1. Make sure that the TV volume is not set to mute. 

2. Check audio connections from the DIRECTV Receiver to the TV. 

a. If using AUDIO LEFT/RIGHT OUT1, select the proper inputs on your TV. 

b. If using DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (optical or coaxial – DSX 5540 only), select the proper 

input(s) on your home theater receiver. 

3. Check if the problem exists on other channels. If so, turn DIRECTV Receiver off, unplug, 

wait 10 to 15 seconds, and plug back in. 

1. Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly (see page 13) and are not dead. 

2. Be sure you are within operating range of the DIRECTV Receiver. 

3. Make sure no objects obstruct the line of sight between the remote and the DIRECTV 

Receiver. 

4. Press the SAT button on the remote. 

5. If remote control ID was changed so the DIRECTV Receiver and the remote no longer communicate, 

change the ID number back to the previous ID number (see page 28). 

1. Cannot order - 

a. It may be too late to purchase the program. Check for other show times. 

b. Check phone cord connection on rear panel of the DIRECTV Receiver and at the wall 

jack. Keep phone cord connected. 

2. Cannot cancel - you cannot cancel pay per view orders that you've watched or tuned to, or 

ones not ordered through your DIRECTV Receiver. 

• The system must be locked before your Parental Controls settings will take effect 

(see page 29). 

• The system must be unlocked before you can make changes to the Parental Controls 

settings. 

Cannot disable – press the POWER button to go into standby and press the POWER again to 

bring DIRECTV Receiver out of standby. 

1. Check the default language settings (see page 27). 

2. The program provider may not provide audio in all the languages listed in the “Preferred 

Language” menu. 

3. If using a DSX 5540, a Dolby audio track will always be the default audio track for the 

“Dobly Digital Only” setting. If an alternate audio track is desired as the default selection, 

change the Digital Audio setting to “PCM only” in the “Preferences” menu. 

1. Check that you are subscribing to the station to which you want to tune to. 

2. Be sure the system is not locked as indicated by a lock icon in the banner. 

3. Make sure SmartSurf and/or Favorites is not turned on. See “Favorites/SmartSurf” above for 

instructions to cancel either feature. 

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Limited Warranty 

Digital Satellite Receiver 

90 Days Free Exchange / 91 Days-One Year Nominal Fee Exchange 

This product must be carried in for repair. 

WHO IS COVERED? 

You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. 

A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased 

the product is considered proof of purchase. 

WHAT IS COVERED? 

Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. For 

90 days from the date of purchase, the Digital Satellite Receiver 

will be replaced with a new, repaired, renewed, or comparable 

product (whichever is deemed necessary) if it becomes defective 

or inoperative. This exchange is done at no charge to you. 

From 91 days to one year from the date of purchase, you must pay 

a nominal fee for a new or renewed product. This exchange 

offer ends one year after the date of purchase. 

All products, including replacement products, are covered only 

for the original warranty period. When the warranty on the 

original product expires, the warranty on the replacement 

product also expires. 

WHAT IS EXCLUDED? 

Your warranty does not cover: 

• labor charges for installation or setup of the product. 

• installation, performance of, or repair of audio/video cabling, 

telephone line, or accessory attachments used in accessory 

ports outside of the product. 

• product replacement because of misuse, accident, lightning 

damage, unauthorized repair, or other cause not within the 

control of Philips. 

• incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product. 

(Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or 

consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply 

to you.) 

• reception transmission problems caused by signal conditions, 

telephone line, or cable or antenna systems outside the unit. 

• a product that requires modification or adaptation to enable 

it to operate in any country other than the country for 

which it was designed, manufactured, approved and/or 

authorized, or repair of products damaged by these 

modifications. 

• a product used for commercial or institutional purposes. 

• DIRECTV service is separate and distinct from this product 

(hardware) warranty. 

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province. 

Philips, P. O. Box 520890, Miami, FL 33152 (402) 536-4171 

EL6471E002 / 8-02 

WHERE IS EXCHANGE AVAILABLE? 

You may exchange the product in all countries where the product 

is officially distributed by Philips. In countries where Philips 

does not distribute the product, the local Philips service organization 

will attempt to provide a replacement product (although 

there may be a delay if the appropriate product is not readily 

available). 

MAKE SURE YOU KEEP... 

Please keep your sales receipt or other document showing 

proof of purchase. Attach it to this owner’s manual and keep 

both nearby. Also keep the original box and packing material in 

case you need to return your product. 

BEFORE REQUESTING EXCHANGE... 

Please check your owner’s manual before requesting exchange. 

Adjustments of the controls discussed there may save you a 

call. 

TO EXCHANGE YOUR PRODUCT... 

An exchange will be managed by Philips. If you believe you need 

to exchange your Digital Satellite Receiver, contact Philips at 

1-800-464-1131. A representative will go through a diagnostic 

checklist with you. If it is determined that the product needs to 

be exchanged, you will receive a return authorization number. 

The representative will give you complete shipping details. 

TO GET OUT-OF-WARRANTY EXCHANGE... 

To exchange your product after the warranty expires, contact 

Philips at 1-800-464-1131 to determine the cost of out-of-warranty 

exchange for your product. 

All implied warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability 

and fitness for a particular purpose, are limited in duration to the 

duration of this express warranty. Some states do not allow limitations 

on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation 

may not apply to you. 

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