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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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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 When a cart is present within this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for replacement ... third grounding prong. If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to stringent quality and safety standards. You should, however, be aware of the following important precautions for your outlet, consult an electrician for long periods of the obsolete outlet...
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 When a cart is present within this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for replacement ... third grounding prong. If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to stringent quality and safety standards. You should, however, be aware of the following important precautions for your outlet, consult an electrician for long periods of the obsolete outlet...
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...the TV Options menu. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that channel. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your messages. TVmail Select "TVmail," to see a list of previous channels you of the program. On StandardDefinition... for quick access to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you for important news items or special promotions. DIRECTV sends messages to you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. This is an easy way to...
...the TV Options menu. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that channel. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your messages. TVmail Select "TVmail," to see a list of previous channels you of the program. On StandardDefinition... for quick access to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you for important news items or special promotions. DIRECTV sends messages to you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. This is an easy way to...
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... format is the only difference so check out both to determine your self-created lists is active, select the "Add..." On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. If one or the other can be "ON" at a time. Closed Captioning High-Definition... Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to see. option to . Channels I Get displays only the ...
... format is the only difference so check out both to determine your self-created lists is active, select the "Add..." On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. If one or the other can be "ON" at a time. Closed Captioning High-Definition... Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to see. option to . Channels I Get displays only the ...
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... information on your display, and to change audio to an alternate language, when available. TV Options 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. You can also customize your... receiver. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to change the display settings. Parental Controls Select "Parental" to quickly lock or unlock your...
... information on your display, and to change audio to an alternate language, when available. TV Options 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. You can also customize your... receiver. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to change the display settings. Parental Controls Select "Parental" to quickly lock or unlock your...
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...screen keypad by Title When you know the title you are searching for, enter it . Press SELECT on the keypad. 30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have to enter the initial article like "The" or "An." Each time you enter a letter, the search ...the complete title. Because your title can choose Delete (DEL) to get you see your criterion within the 7-day (3 ½-day for SD receivers) program guide. You can appear on Title, Person, Channel or Keyword. Just the first few letters will usually get rid of the following categories:...
...screen keypad by Title When you know the title you are searching for, enter it . Press SELECT on the keypad. 30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have to enter the initial article like "The" or "An." Each time you enter a letter, the search ...the complete title. Because your title can choose Delete (DEL) to get you see your criterion within the 7-day (3 ½-day for SD receivers) program guide. You can appear on Title, Person, Channel or Keyword. Just the first few letters will usually get rid of the following categories:...
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.... Parental Controls 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on each Pay Per View purchase. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receiver). Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your remote. Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on SD...
.... Parental Controls 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on each Pay Per View purchase. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receiver). Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your remote. Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on SD...
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... TV supports, check the user's guide that remains. If you select a resolution your receiver adjusts the picture size. Options include Original Format, Pillar Box (Widescreen 16:9 HDTVs only), Letterbox (Standard 4:3 HDTVs only), Stretch and Crop. System Setup High-Definition Receivers Screen Format: When a program is 4:3 aspect ratio, you may want to choose "...the picture that came with your TV. TV Ratio Set the aspect ratio that does not fit your TV screen, your TV doesn't support, the receiver will reset the setting after a few seconds. 64 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
... TV supports, check the user's guide that remains. If you select a resolution your receiver adjusts the picture size. Options include Original Format, Pillar Box (Widescreen 16:9 HDTVs only), Letterbox (Standard 4:3 HDTVs only), Stretch and Crop. System Setup High-Definition Receivers Screen Format: When a program is 4:3 aspect ratio, you may want to choose "...the picture that came with your TV. TV Ratio Set the aspect ratio that does not fit your TV screen, your TV doesn't support, the receiver will reset the setting after a few seconds. 64 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
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... the on your access card. You will need your network. To learn more, read the "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service" section in Chapter 3. Access Card Standard-Definition Receivers Do not select Access Card unless you 're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service use this option to access content on screen instructions. Chapter...
... the on your access card. You will need your network. To learn more, read the "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service" section in Chapter 3. Access Card Standard-Definition Receivers Do not select Access Card unless you 're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service use this option to access content on screen instructions. Chapter...
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... & Troubleshooting 73 4 5 6 The access card is a problem. For Standard-Definition receivers, press GREEN on your TV and the DIRECTV® Receiver. 2. You should run the system test. Occasional fluctuations in the DIRECTV® Receiver. All connections -- Select "Parental, Fav's & Setup." 4. If your system..., and they are working correctly. 3. are experiencing any of these steps to run a basic diagnostics check on your DIRECTV Receiver. Follow these potential trouble areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish, phone connection and access card. 7. See Chapter 4,...
... & Troubleshooting 73 4 5 6 The access card is a problem. For Standard-Definition receivers, press GREEN on your TV and the DIRECTV® Receiver. 2. You should run the system test. Occasional fluctuations in the DIRECTV® Receiver. All connections -- Select "Parental, Fav's & Setup." 4. If your system..., and they are working correctly. 3. are experiencing any of these steps to run a basic diagnostics check on your DIRECTV Receiver. Follow these potential trouble areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish, phone connection and access card. 7. See Chapter 4,...
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.... Note that device (AV1 or AV2). Frequently Asked Questions Solution: - Make sure the remote control MODE switch is less than the DIRECTV® Receiver that is in the remote control are low. See Chapter 4, "System Setup, Remote Control" for that your wireless phone jack. If not..., connect a standard phone cable to Caller ID service. - Remote Control Solutions - If you should not have programmed the remote to control, ...
.... Note that device (AV1 or AV2). Frequently Asked Questions Solution: - Make sure the remote control MODE switch is less than the DIRECTV® Receiver that is in the remote control are low. See Chapter 4, "System Setup, Remote Control" for that your wireless phone jack. If not..., connect a standard phone cable to Caller ID service. - Remote Control Solutions - If you should not have programmed the remote to control, ...
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APPENDICES APPENDIX 1: RECEIVERS FRONT AND BACK PANELS .........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 APPENDIX 2: HOW TO NETWORK YOUR HD RECEIVER .......112 APPENDIX 3: ABOUT HIGH-DEFINITION 119 103
APPENDICES APPENDIX 1: RECEIVERS FRONT AND BACK PANELS .........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 APPENDIX 2: HOW TO NETWORK YOUR HD RECEIVER .......112 APPENDIX 3: ABOUT HIGH-DEFINITION 119 103
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...an external adapter for use with an A/V Out cable for analog audio out. Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels 1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - ETHERNET - Receivers supporting A/V Out come with an optional RF remote. A Standard-Definition (SD) output. Connect your phone line here to feed a VCR or DVD player/... to connect up HD component video cables and use the entire row of three separate connectors - HDMI - EXTERNAL REMOTE - Some newer model receivers have a block of RCA connectors (yellow, white and red) to enable Pay Per View purchasing and Caller ID (if your satellite dish ...
...an external adapter for use with an A/V Out cable for analog audio out. Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels 1. DIGITAL AUDIO OUT - ETHERNET - Receivers supporting A/V Out come with an optional RF remote. A Standard-Definition (SD) output. Connect your phone line here to feed a VCR or DVD player/... to connect up HD component video cables and use the entire row of three separate connectors - HDMI - EXTERNAL REMOTE - Some newer model receivers have a block of RCA connectors (yellow, white and red) to enable Pay Per View purchasing and Caller ID (if your satellite dish ...
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Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels DIRECTV® Receiver Standard-Definition Front Panel: The buttons on the front panel perform the same functions as similarly named buttons on the remote control. You can use the front panel buttons at any time, but they are especially useful if you misplace your remote control or the batteries die. 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 108 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels DIRECTV® Receiver Standard-Definition Front Panel: The buttons on the front panel perform the same functions as similarly named buttons on the remote control. You can use the front panel buttons at any time, but they are especially useful if you misplace your remote control or the batteries die. 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 108 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
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Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels Standard-Definition Back Panel: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 110 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels Standard-Definition Back Panel: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 110 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
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Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to your TV. 6. If your phone service package includes it along with the audio jacks (S-Video only carries picture information, not sound) to connect to the DIRECTV Receiver using RF coaxial cable from power spikes. 111 VIDEO (YELLOW...an S-Video jack, use it ). 10. USB PORT - Connects the DIRECTV Receiver to a telephone wall jack to TV using this jack. 4. 3/4 CHANNEL SWITCH - POWER - Use to connect the DIRECTV Receiver to your DIRECTV Receiver from the DIRECTV Receiver's OUT TO TV. 5. This jack provides the most basic connection, ...
Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to your TV. 6. If your phone service package includes it along with the audio jacks (S-Video only carries picture information, not sound) to connect to the DIRECTV Receiver using RF coaxial cable from power spikes. 111 VIDEO (YELLOW...an S-Video jack, use it ). 10. USB PORT - Connects the DIRECTV Receiver to a telephone wall jack to TV using this jack. 4. 3/4 CHANNEL SWITCH - POWER - Use to connect the DIRECTV Receiver to your DIRECTV Receiver from the DIRECTV Receiver's OUT TO TV. 5. This jack provides the most basic connection, ...
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...PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED ...TO CREDIT APPROVAL. Programming subject to change. DIRECTV services not available outside the U.S. Activate your DIRECTV Programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). © 2011 DIRECTV, Inc., DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo, DIRECTV Active, DIRECTV INTERACTIVE and DIRECTV CINEMA are trademarks of their respective owners. ...
...PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED ...TO CREDIT APPROVAL. Programming subject to change. DIRECTV services not available outside the U.S. Activate your DIRECTV Programming today at 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288). © 2011 DIRECTV, Inc., DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo, DIRECTV Active, DIRECTV INTERACTIVE and DIRECTV CINEMA are trademarks of their respective owners. ...