First a bit of advice: IF you do not already have a DirecTV account, set up an RV account, do not bother telling Direc you will be using it at home.. Works better that way as you qualify for Distant Network Service (LA or NYC network stations no matter where you are parked).
Now: to your question: Yes, you need to run through the menu every set up. However once you have done it 2 or 3 times it will become automatic and you it only takes a mintute or so.
if the Traveler is a dome... It will not get DirecHDTV by the way. NOT all DirecTV receivers have "Round Dish" as an option, Travler is a "Round Dish" in DTV terms.
