How will DirectTV Get an indication to the Receiver?

Broadcasting Stations

A DirecTV signal starts at one amongst DirecTV broadcasting stations, situated in Castle Rock, Colorado and la, California. once broadcast feeds from individual TV networks inherit the broadcasting station, DirecTV converts them into digital format, encrypts the signal to thwart piracy and uses a ground satellite to send the signal to at least one of the six DirecTV satellites orbiting the planet.

Satellites

DirecTV uses solar-powered satellites in orbit round the Earth to receive the signal from the broadcasting station.The signal bounces from the orbiting receiver to the dish mounted on your roof.

Signal Format

The transmissions arrive in MPEG-2 format, the quality format for all different digital video signals, together with cable TV, several web videos and competitive  satellite television firms.

Receiver

The signal travels through wires from the satellite dish to your receiver. The receiver places every network feed signal on a separate channel and, looking on your subscription, permits you to look at the program. If you're not signed to a definite channel, the receiver puts a message on the screen notifying you of however you'll be able to receive that network.