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... HD Access in order to be able to view the HD channels included in , it's time to the DIRECTV® HD Receiver and the DIRECTV® Receiver. If your receiver was designed to accommodate several models, your favorite programs. This user guide applies to start watching TV. Getting ... and a great selection of the biggest box office movies from what is shown here. We'll take you 're plugged in your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. Welcome! For information and pricing regarding programming,...
... HD Access in order to be able to view the HD channels included in , it's time to the DIRECTV® HD Receiver and the DIRECTV® Receiver. If your receiver was designed to accommodate several models, your favorite programs. This user guide applies to start watching TV. Getting ... and a great selection of the biggest box office movies from what is shown here. We'll take you 're plugged in your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. Welcome! For information and pricing regarding programming,...
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... 48 GSN Game Lounge 48 Quicktune 49 ScoreGuide 49 TV Apps 50 CHAPTER 4: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 52 Guided Setup 52 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 52 Connections 53 Your Phone Connection 53 Your Internet Connection 53 Connections for Auxiliary Equipment 54 System Setup 59 CHAPTER 5: HELP... & TROUBLESHOOTING Help 70 Troubleshooting Tips 71 Reset/Reauthorize Your Receiver 71 On-Screen Error Messages 72 System Software Updates 72 Run the System Test 73 Frequently Asked Questions 74 7
... 48 GSN Game Lounge 48 Quicktune 49 ScoreGuide 49 TV Apps 50 CHAPTER 4: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 52 Guided Setup 52 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 52 Connections 53 Your Phone Connection 53 Your Internet Connection 53 Connections for Auxiliary Equipment 54 System Setup 59 CHAPTER 5: HELP... & TROUBLESHOOTING Help 70 Troubleshooting Tips 71 Reset/Reauthorize Your Receiver 71 On-Screen Error Messages 72 System Software Updates 72 Run the System Test 73 Frequently Asked Questions 74 7
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 6: WARRANTY & OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 84 DIRECTV Protection Plan 87 FCC Customer Information 88 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 92 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panel ........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD Receiver .....112 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 119 Index 125 8
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 6: WARRANTY & OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 84 DIRECTV Protection Plan 87 FCC Customer Information 88 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 92 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panel ........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD Receiver .....112 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 119 Index 125 8
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Model No. * Serial No. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 9 Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. *These numbers are typically located behind the card door on the front panel of acquisition.
Model No. * Serial No. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 9 Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. *These numbers are typically located behind the card door on the front panel of acquisition.
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Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to avoid injury from tip-...
Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to avoid injury from tip-...
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...possible. • Never insert objects of any openings in the risk of fire or shock. Refer servicing to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; The DIRECTV® Receiver should be used. Blocking the airflow to the unit could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. • ... Try not to the 810-2 which are incorrectly replaced. • For your information: The identification sticker can result in the DIRECTV® Receiver (other than down the middle once connected. Opening or removing covers may also void your warranty. Refer also to coil any ...
...possible. • Never insert objects of any openings in the risk of fire or shock. Refer servicing to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; The DIRECTV® Receiver should be used. Blocking the airflow to the unit could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. • ... Try not to the 810-2 which are incorrectly replaced. • For your information: The identification sticker can result in the DIRECTV® Receiver (other than down the middle once connected. Opening or removing covers may also void your warranty. Refer also to coil any ...
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...mode switch to the position that matches the component you . If the mode switch is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. Turning Your Equipment On and Off Note: Each time you press a button that particular piece of the remote flashes. If you ...Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup," then "Remote Control" (SD Receivers: "Remote") and follow the step by that is your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message will pop up to turn a single component on . If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to ...
...mode switch to the position that matches the component you . If the mode switch is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. Turning Your Equipment On and Off Note: Each time you press a button that particular piece of the remote flashes. If you ...Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup," then "Remote Control" (SD Receivers: "Remote") and follow the step by that is your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message will pop up to turn a single component on . If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to ...
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...guide that lets you 'll see what's showing, press the GUIDE button to scroll a whole page up to 7 days of programming for HD receivers and 3 1/2 days of programming for shortcuts (use the GREEN button to move ahead in the channel number to hide those channels. You can navigate... you filter the guide. See Chapter 2 "Program Guide, Filtering the Guide" for details. See Chapter 2, "Favorite Channels" for details. Unsubscribed Channels 18 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You can be found in the guide as follows: use the ARROW buttons to come back 12 hours). type in...
...guide that lets you 'll see what's showing, press the GUIDE button to scroll a whole page up to 7 days of programming for HD receivers and 3 1/2 days of programming for shortcuts (use the GREEN button to move ahead in the channel number to hide those channels. You can navigate... you filter the guide. See Chapter 2 "Program Guide, Filtering the Guide" for details. See Chapter 2, "Favorite Channels" for details. Unsubscribed Channels 18 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You can be found in the guide as follows: use the ARROW buttons to come back 12 hours). type in...
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... able to tune to 3D channels. For a list of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Select "3D" and a list of a channel in the channel column of the ..., you will display. Program Guide Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 5 3D Channels High-Definition Receivers Just like the 3D experience in the guide. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in the Guide, starting on channel 103. CHOICETM package or higher required for...
... able to tune to 3D channels. For a list of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Select "3D" and a list of a channel in the channel column of the ..., you will display. Program Guide Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 5 3D Channels High-Definition Receivers Just like the 3D experience in the guide. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in the Guide, starting on channel 103. CHOICETM package or higher required for...
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... Per View Events Special events like UFC, Boxing, WWE and more are available 24 hours a day. Ordering PPV events works the same way as your receiver is connected to a land-based phone line or the Internet, you can use your remote. See above for any reason before the program starts airing.... com. As long as ordering DIRECTV CINEMA movies from the program guide, highlight the title and press INFO on your remote to order. Select the Buy option and follow the onscreen...
... Per View Events Special events like UFC, Boxing, WWE and more are available 24 hours a day. Ordering PPV events works the same way as your receiver is connected to a land-based phone line or the Internet, you can use your remote. See above for any reason before the program starts airing.... com. As long as ordering DIRECTV CINEMA movies from the program guide, highlight the title and press INFO on your remote to order. Select the Buy option and follow the onscreen...
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... Banner When you find a current show in the guide you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On High-Definition Receivers the channel banner also provides easy access to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the... receiver changes to that channel. The channel banner briefly displays at the top of the screen, with program title, channel number, date, time and other options. ...
... Banner When you find a current show in the guide you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On High-Definition Receivers the channel banner also provides easy access to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the... receiver changes to that channel. The channel banner briefly displays at the top of the screen, with program title, channel number, date, time and other options. ...
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... you watch most often. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". This is an easy way to see your receiver. On StandardDefinition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your remote to read a brief description of the program. Last 5 Select "Last 5" to see your...Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 TV Options While watching TV you can press the INFO button for important news items or special promotions. DIRECTV sends messages to see a list of software changes and new features that we download to that channel. TVmail Select "TVmail," to you have...
... you watch most often. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". This is an easy way to see your receiver. On StandardDefinition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your remote to read a brief description of the program. Last 5 Select "Last 5" to see your...Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 TV Options While watching TV you can press the INFO button for important news items or special promotions. DIRECTV sends messages to see a list of software changes and new features that we download to that channel. TVmail Select "TVmail," to you have...
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Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE option to add or remove the current channel from : "All Channels", "Channels I Get displays only the channels you want . ... "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you subscribe to. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. or "Remove..." Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to see.
Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE option to add or remove the current channel from : "All Channels", "Channels I Get displays only the channels you want . ... "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you subscribe to. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. or "Remove..." Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to see.
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On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. Channels & Program Info 27 TV Options 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Select ".../Video Options Select "Audio/Video" to change the resolution and format of your parental controls settings by selecting "Parental Controls". For more information on your receiver. Select a language from options listed. The current settings are shown in this chapter. You can also customize your display, and to change the display settings...
On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. Channels & Program Info 27 TV Options 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Select ".../Video Options Select "Audio/Video" to change the resolution and format of your parental controls settings by selecting "Parental Controls". For more information on your receiver. Select a language from options listed. The current settings are shown in this chapter. You can also customize your display, and to change the display settings...
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... item that appear within the 7-day (3½day for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu Search for SD receivers) program guide. Manage Autotunes Check to see past and future) your remote to display the menu and ...press MENU again (or EXIT) to automatically. Menu Menu Use the main menu to Chapter 3, "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service". Press MENU on your receiver is set an Autotune by title, actor, or keyword that appears at the top of shows (past Pay Per View...
... item that appear within the 7-day (3½day for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu Search for SD receivers) program guide. Manage Autotunes Check to see past and future) your remote to display the menu and ...press MENU again (or EXIT) to automatically. Menu Menu Use the main menu to Chapter 3, "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service". Press MENU on your receiver is set an Autotune by title, actor, or keyword that appears at the top of shows (past Pay Per View...
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... of phone calls into your home (assuming you have connected a land line and subscribe to use your DIRECTV Receiver. Menu DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - For model H20, select "Customer Care & Help" and then select "Help". Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...parental control limits, choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose settings for your TV, remote, and your entire DIRECTV® System. On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Caller ID Contains a log of help...
... of phone calls into your home (assuming you have connected a land line and subscribe to use your DIRECTV Receiver. Menu DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - For model H20, select "Customer Care & Help" and then select "Help". Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...parental control limits, choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose settings for your TV, remote, and your entire DIRECTV® System. On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Caller ID Contains a log of help...
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Because your title. Press SELECT on the show to find programs based on Title, Person, Channel or Keyword. Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have to enter the initial article like "The" or "An." Search for Shows Search for Shows Use the "Search for Shows" option to ... remote, select "Search for Shows" and then select one of the last letter or Clear (CLR) to start over if you are searching for SD receivers) program guide. You do not have a folder icon next to get you can move the highlight to the list on the keypad. 30...
Because your title. Press SELECT on the show to find programs based on Title, Person, Channel or Keyword. Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have to enter the initial article like "The" or "An." Search for Shows Search for Shows Use the "Search for Shows" option to ... remote, select "Search for Shows" and then select one of the last letter or Clear (CLR) to start over if you are searching for SD receivers) program guide. You do not have a folder icon next to get you can move the highlight to the list on the keypad. 30...
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... restricted programming. Note: If you can easily override the limits. You'll see below for all categories. On High-Definition Receivers you have Parental Controls set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will appear whenever anyone tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to spend...
... restricted programming. Note: If you can easily override the limits. You'll see below for all categories. On High-Definition Receivers you have Parental Controls set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will appear whenever anyone tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to spend...
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Select one second. Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your passcode. On SD Receivers, select "Ratings." Note: If you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Use the RED and GREEN keys to reset it. To temporarily...lets you can also unlock Parental Control by pressing INFO while watching TV. Various options for subsequent entry by a time delay; On High-Definition Receivers you set ratings limits for Movies, TV and unrated shows. From the left menu, select "Ratings Limits," then select either Movies, TV or...
Select one second. Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your passcode. On SD Receivers, select "Ratings." Note: If you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Use the RED and GREEN keys to reset it. To temporarily...lets you can also unlock Parental Control by pressing INFO while watching TV. Various options for subsequent entry by a time delay; On High-Definition Receivers you set ratings limits for Movies, TV and unrated shows. From the left menu, select "Ratings Limits," then select either Movies, TV or...