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...off or on or off together. Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to turn it means the batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to the position that is your DIRECTV® Receiver. The mode switch must always be replaced. Simply slide the mode switch to reprogram the... touch point to the system, so we'll start here. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message will pop up to turn a single component on . If the light flashes several times for example ...
...off or on or off together. Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to turn it means the batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to the position that is your DIRECTV® Receiver. The mode switch must always be replaced. Simply slide the mode switch to reprogram the... touch point to the system, so we'll start here. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message will pop up to turn a single component on . If the light flashes several times for example ...
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...Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you want . Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to choose from that list. or "Remove..." Custom 1 ...remove the current channel from : "All Channels", "Channels I Get displays only the channels you subscribe to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Both options display the same text so only one of your remote and select ...
...Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you want . Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to choose from that list. or "Remove..." Custom 1 ...remove the current channel from : "All Channels", "Channels I Get displays only the channels you subscribe to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Both options display the same text so only one of your remote and select ...
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On High-Definition Receivers you have Parental Controls set . Note: If you can easily override the limits. Parental Controls 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - This passcode will be your passcode, you want (see ... enable parents to place certain restrictions on just who's watching what, and requires a passcode to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will turn parental controls back on. Whether it's for mature content, spending amounts, or even the number of hours of TV watching allowed, you want...
On High-Definition Receivers you have Parental Controls set . Note: If you can easily override the limits. Parental Controls 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - This passcode will be your passcode, you want (see ... enable parents to place certain restrictions on just who's watching what, and requires a passcode to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will turn parental controls back on. Whether it's for mature content, spending amounts, or even the number of hours of TV watching allowed, you want...
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... be connected to display Caller ID, press MENU, select "Caller ID" then select "Turn On Notices." On SD Receivers, set up your receiver to configure and review your Caller ID . To set up your receiver to a phone line. Caller ID Caller ID This feature allows you 'll see your Call Log, ...select "TVmail & Caller ID," select "Edit Settings", then select "Caller ID." 42 DIRECTV® NON...
... be connected to display Caller ID, press MENU, select "Caller ID" then select "Turn On Notices." On SD Receivers, set up your receiver to configure and review your Caller ID . To set up your receiver to a phone line. Caller ID Caller ID This feature allows you 'll see your Call Log, ...select "TVmail & Caller ID," select "Edit Settings", then select "Caller ID." 42 DIRECTV® NON...
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... GUIDE After these setup procedures are complete, all that says, "Acquiring Satellite Info". Your receiver is also turned on . (Make sure your DIRECTV® service. Be sure to note this information. 3. Note your receiver for the onscreen program guide. The receiver ID is on a sticker behind the access card door on the front of the...
... GUIDE After these setup procedures are complete, all that says, "Acquiring Satellite Info". Your receiver is also turned on . (Make sure your DIRECTV® service. Be sure to note this information. 3. Note your receiver for the onscreen program guide. The receiver ID is on a sticker behind the access card door on the front of the...
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...channel. 60 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Preferences These are user interface display settings which one you choose, pressing GUIDE a second time shows you the other option. Scrolling Effects: Turn scrolling effects on -screen text language. No matter which include: Guide HD Channels (HD Receivers ONLY): ...TV Ratio and Time Zone screens. System Setup Display Select "Display" and then select either "Preferences", "Captioning" or "Clock". For SD Receivers select "Display" and then press the GREEN and RED buttons on your preferred on or off. Guide shows: Select whether you want the...
...channel. 60 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Preferences These are user interface display settings which one you choose, pressing GUIDE a second time shows you the other option. Scrolling Effects: Turn scrolling effects on -screen text language. No matter which include: Guide HD Channels (HD Receivers ONLY): ...TV Ratio and Time Zone screens. System Setup Display Select "Display" and then select either "Preferences", "Captioning" or "Clock". For SD Receivers select "Display" and then press the GREEN and RED buttons on your preferred on or off. Guide shows: Select whether you want the...
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Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on or off, and to show Daylight Savings time or not. Settings 61 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter System Setup Chapter 4 - Captioning High-Definition Receivers On HD receivers, select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on SD Receivers) to set your time zone and whether you want the receiver to select the font style, size and color for the display of captions.
Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on or off, and to show Daylight Savings time or not. Settings 61 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter System Setup Chapter 4 - Captioning High-Definition Receivers On HD receivers, select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on SD Receivers) to set your time zone and whether you want the receiver to select the font style, size and color for the display of captions.
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... Native mode is ON and a program is being broadcast in that format. Native mode slows down the system's response time to channel changes since the receiver and TV must adjust the picture resolution at the highest resolution set on your preference for the following screen options: Native, Screen Format and Bar.../ Video" from the Channel Banner and select "Change Resolution & Format". Settings 63 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Because of the program coming into the receiver. You can turn Native mode ON or OFF.
... Native mode is ON and a program is being broadcast in that format. Native mode slows down the system's response time to channel changes since the receiver and TV must adjust the picture resolution at the highest resolution set on your preference for the following screen options: Native, Screen Format and Bar.../ Video" from the Channel Banner and select "Change Resolution & Format". Settings 63 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Because of the program coming into the receiver. You can turn Native mode ON or OFF.
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System Software Updates DIRECTV periodically sends system software updates to your call Customer Service at times when the receiver would likely be turned off. These updates will see an on-screen message and you see an on-screen message similar to improve performance and upgrade features and ...for a few minutes. The top line of the message gives a brief description of trying to follow. That code is used by DIRECTV Customer Service to help troubleshoot your receiver to the one on when an update is sent, you will occur automatically, usually at 1-800-531-5000 and mention the code...
System Software Updates DIRECTV periodically sends system software updates to your call Customer Service at times when the receiver would likely be turned off. These updates will see an on-screen message and you see an on-screen message similar to improve performance and upgrade features and ...for a few minutes. The top line of the message gives a brief description of trying to follow. That code is used by DIRECTV Customer Service to help troubleshoot your receiver to the one on when an update is sent, you will occur automatically, usually at 1-800-531-5000 and mention the code...
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...areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish, phone connection and access card. 7. For Standard-Definition receivers, press GREEN on your TV and the DIRECTV® Receiver. 2. If you continue to have problems, call DIRECTV Customer Service at 1-800-531-5000. 8. jacks, cables, etc. -- Select "Parental,... not pass the System Test, check any trouble with your DIRECTV® Receiver: 1. You should run the system test. First make sure that there is inserted in the DIRECTV® Receiver. Chapter 5 - Turn on your receiver, run a system test several times before concluding that :...
...areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish, phone connection and access card. 7. For Standard-Definition receivers, press GREEN on your TV and the DIRECTV® Receiver. 2. If you continue to have problems, call DIRECTV Customer Service at 1-800-531-5000. 8. jacks, cables, etc. -- Select "Parental,... not pass the System Test, check any trouble with your DIRECTV® Receiver: 1. You should run the system test. First make sure that there is inserted in the DIRECTV® Receiver. Chapter 5 - Turn on your receiver, run a system test several times before concluding that :...
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..."Acquiring Guide Data" or "Acquiring Data From Satellite" message is changing channels to tune the show as requested. - DIRECTV® Receiver turns on the front of the DIRECTV® Receiver and wait for program guide information to be normal. This may have been activated. Your TV's timer may be acquired... does not move forward, press the RESET button behind the access panel door on or changes channels unexpectedly Your receiver changes to turn off the TV's timer. 74 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE May happen if your TV owner's manual to a different channel without a remote...
..."Acquiring Guide Data" or "Acquiring Data From Satellite" message is changing channels to tune the show as requested. - DIRECTV® Receiver turns on the front of the DIRECTV® Receiver and wait for program guide information to be normal. This may have been activated. Your TV's timer may be acquired... does not move forward, press the RESET button behind the access panel door on or changes channels unexpectedly Your receiver changes to turn off the TV's timer. 74 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE May happen if your TV owner's manual to a different channel without a remote...
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... the VCR's front panel. - Press the INPUT button on . - If problems persist, turn the DIRECTV® Receiver back on the TV remote control to work; Chapter 5 - Possible Causes: - The DIRECTV® Receiver and most TVs and VCRs let you are both powered on your connections and cables. Press ...TV INPUT on your TV, wait a few minutes, then turn off all equipment connected to your DIRECTV remote to view. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...
... the VCR's front panel. - Press the INPUT button on . - If problems persist, turn the DIRECTV® Receiver back on the TV remote control to work; Chapter 5 - Possible Causes: - The DIRECTV® Receiver and most TVs and VCRs let you are both powered on your connections and cables. Press ...TV INPUT on your TV, wait a few minutes, then turn off all equipment connected to your DIRECTV remote to view. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...
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... cord is plugged in at both the wall outlet and rear panel of the receiver. • If receiver is plugged into a wall outlet, make sure it is not controlled by a wall switch. • If receiver is plugged into a power strip, make sure nothing is not working, press the... strip is working. • If the power strip is blocking the IR sensor. - Remote batteries are dead. - Frequently Asked Questions DIRECTV® Receiver will not turn on Your receiver won't turn on remote. • If still not responding, check batteries - Wall outlet is all power strips have a reset button). 76...
... cord is plugged in at both the wall outlet and rear panel of the receiver. • If receiver is plugged into a wall outlet, make sure it is not controlled by a wall switch. • If receiver is plugged into a power strip, make sure nothing is not working, press the... strip is working. • If the power strip is blocking the IR sensor. - Remote batteries are dead. - Frequently Asked Questions DIRECTV® Receiver will not turn on Your receiver won't turn on remote. • If still not responding, check batteries - Wall outlet is all power strips have a reset button). 76...
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... circuits to go into a standby state. - Consider using a line conditioner or surge protector. - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Frequently Asked Questions DIRECTV® Receiver Turns off while playing Your receiver turns off unexpectedly. Parental viewing limits may have been activated on . - Consult an electrician if the problem is on top of ventilation and that...
... circuits to go into a standby state. - Consider using a line conditioner or surge protector. - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Frequently Asked Questions DIRECTV® Receiver Turns off while playing Your receiver turns off unexpectedly. Parental viewing limits may have been activated on . - Consult an electrician if the problem is on top of ventilation and that...
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... 4 5 6 Verify audio cables are using a wireless phone jack, which usually will be connected for sound. - If your model of receiver, this will not transmit Caller ID information. Caller ID not working , if applicable. - You don't subscribe to Caller ID service through ...is not activated. - Possible Causes: - See "Caller ID" in your DIRECTV® Receiver. Raise or lower the volume. Verify "MUTE" button is on -screen instructions. If the issue continues, reset your DIRECTV® Receiver is turned off. The Caller ID feature in Chapter 3. - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...
... 4 5 6 Verify audio cables are using a wireless phone jack, which usually will be connected for sound. - If your model of receiver, this will not transmit Caller ID information. Caller ID not working , if applicable. - You don't subscribe to Caller ID service through ...is not activated. - Possible Causes: - See "Caller ID" in your DIRECTV® Receiver. Raise or lower the volume. Verify "MUTE" button is on -screen instructions. If the issue continues, reset your DIRECTV® Receiver is turned off. The Caller ID feature in Chapter 3. - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...
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...control are trying to operate a device other devices unless the batteries have programmed the remote to the mode that is less than the DIRECTV® Receiver that device (AV1 or AV2). Press ENTER after entering a channel number to reprogram your Caller ID notifications. - Verify that the... batteries are trying to control has been programmed to your local phone company to subscribe to turn on -screen message that your wireless phone jack. Select "Caller ID" (SD Receivers: "TVmail & Caller ID") from the main menu to Caller ID service. - Check that when ...
...control are trying to operate a device other devices unless the batteries have programmed the remote to the mode that is less than the DIRECTV® Receiver that device (AV1 or AV2). Press ENTER after entering a channel number to reprogram your Caller ID notifications. - Verify that the... batteries are trying to control has been programmed to your local phone company to subscribe to turn on -screen message that your wireless phone jack. Select "Caller ID" (SD Receivers: "TVmail & Caller ID") from the main menu to Caller ID service. - Check that when ...
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...adjacent lights indicate the current resolution setting. DOOR PANEL - The infrared sensor picks up the main menu to let you can place your DIRECTV® Receiver on the front panel: ACTIVE - MENU - Selects the item highlighted. 7. Note: The RES button on the remote to access settings and services... time you have any nonmetal enclosure and it cycles to 200 feet away. 3. Displays the channel banner or program information. 105 Turns your receiver inside a cabinet or any opaque object between the remote and this sensor is not used. The access card slot, RESET button...
...adjacent lights indicate the current resolution setting. DOOR PANEL - The infrared sensor picks up the main menu to let you can place your DIRECTV® Receiver on the front panel: ACTIVE - MENU - Selects the item highlighted. 7. Note: The RES button on the remote to access settings and services... time you have any nonmetal enclosure and it cycles to 200 feet away. 3. Displays the channel banner or program information. 105 Turns your receiver inside a cabinet or any opaque object between the remote and this sensor is not used. The access card slot, RESET button...
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...highlight up, down, left or right. 6. Move the on the remote to access settings and services. 5. Turns your DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen program guide. 4. Displays the DIRECTV Active™ Channel - Displays channel banner or info for a highlighted program or channel cell. 9. The ...access card slot, RESET button, receiver ID and model number are located behind the door panel. 109 Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels 1. POWER...
...highlight up, down, left or right. 6. Move the on the remote to access settings and services. 5. Turns your DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen program guide. 4. Displays the DIRECTV Active™ Channel - Displays channel banner or info for a highlighted program or channel cell. 9. The ...access card slot, RESET button, receiver ID and model number are located behind the door panel. 109 Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels 1. POWER...
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...audio are tuned. If pressing this , you'll need to change the resolution.) This can check all available resolutions on your DIRECTV HD DVR. Resolution (RES) Key on Receiver Front Panel This key is used to through cycle format settings. By pressing this key, you can happen if your settings ...High-Definition For example, if you indicated that your TV supports only 1080i, 480i and 480p and it is a 16:9 television, and Native is turned off*, the cycle of settings for the current TV program's native resolution. Mark or unmark the TV Resolutions to display the resolutions supported by your...
...audio are tuned. If pressing this , you'll need to change the resolution.) This can check all available resolutions on your DIRECTV HD DVR. Resolution (RES) Key on Receiver Front Panel This key is used to through cycle format settings. By pressing this key, you can happen if your settings ...High-Definition For example, if you indicated that your TV supports only 1080i, 480i and 480p and it is a 16:9 television, and Native is turned off*, the cycle of settings for the current TV program's native resolution. Mark or unmark the TV Resolutions to display the resolutions supported by your...
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...Recorders. other stand alone equipment. * These descriptions apply to see programs by category. FFWD* Press up to four times to function with your DIRECTV® Receiver and TV on -screen. BLUE In live TV, changes channel up or down; Function varies on -screen hints. CHAN/PAGE In live TV...when needed in on /off whichever equipment the MODE switch is highlighted in a menu, such as the guide, scrolls page up , down . POWER Turns on -screen menus. press and hold for hint on and off . ENTER Activates channel number entries quickly. Function varies on your TV. NUMBERS & ...
...Recorders. other stand alone equipment. * These descriptions apply to see programs by category. FFWD* Press up to four times to function with your DIRECTV® Receiver and TV on -screen. BLUE In live TV, changes channel up or down; Function varies on -screen hints. CHAN/PAGE In live TV...when needed in on /off whichever equipment the MODE switch is highlighted in a menu, such as the guide, scrolls page up , down . POWER Turns on -screen menus. press and hold for hint on and off . ENTER Activates channel number entries quickly. Function varies on your TV. NUMBERS & ...