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...Access in order to be able to the DIRECTV Family! We'll take you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. If your receiver was designed to accommodate several models, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly ...programming, and HD Access fee available separately. For information and pricing regarding programming, and HD Access, please visit directv.com. 5 Getting Connected If a professional installed your DIRECTV® Receiver, you 're plugged in, it's time to start enjoying access to over 285 channels of TV programming, ...
...Access in order to be able to the DIRECTV Family! We'll take you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. If your receiver was designed to accommodate several models, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly ...programming, and HD Access fee available separately. For information and pricing regarding programming, and HD Access, please visit directv.com. 5 Getting Connected If a professional installed your DIRECTV® Receiver, you 're plugged in, it's time to start enjoying access to over 285 channels of TV 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. 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. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 9
Model No. * Serial No. 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. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 9
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..., use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to qualified service personnel. Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all...
..., use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to qualified service personnel. Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all...
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... or other objects on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier. • Protect your components from fluctuations in your DIRECTV® Receiver near water (for compliance (by the warranty or by the manufacturer) could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. • Do ...not drop your DIRECTV® Receiver and always move your warranty. CAUTION: Avoid moisture to coil any power cords into the wall outlet. Try not to reduce the risk ...
... or other objects on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier. • Protect your components from fluctuations in your DIRECTV® Receiver near water (for compliance (by the warranty or by the manufacturer) could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. • Do ...not drop your DIRECTV® Receiver and always move your warranty. CAUTION: Avoid moisture to coil any power cords into the wall outlet. Try not to reduce the risk ...
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... times for any other reason, press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup," then "Remote Control" (SD Receivers: "Remote") and follow the step by that matches the component you press a button that is in the left-most position to the ... was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your touch point to control your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . If you need to reprogram the remote for a new TV or for just one press, it off..., or if you want to control and then use the POWER button to turn your DIRECTV® Receiver.
... times for any other reason, press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup," then "Remote Control" (SD Receivers: "Remote") and follow the step by that matches the component you press a button that is in the left-most position to the ... was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your touch point to control your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . If you need to reprogram the remote for a new TV or for just one press, it off..., or if you want to control and then use the POWER button to turn your DIRECTV® Receiver.
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...that lets you 'll see what's showing, press the GUIDE button to move one cell at the bottom of programming for SD receivers. Local Channels Your DIRECTV-provided local channels can customize your subscription package are not part of your guide to come back 12 hours). If you press ...in the guide from channel numbers 2 through 69. See Chapter 2, "Favorite Channels" for details. The guide holds up to 7 days of programming for HD receivers and 3 1/2 days of the screen for the colorbutton hints at a time up or down /left/right; Look for shortcuts (use the RED button to...
...that lets you 'll see what's showing, press the GUIDE button to move one cell at the bottom of programming for SD receivers. Local Channels Your DIRECTV-provided local channels can customize your subscription package are not part of your guide to come back 12 hours). If you press ...in the guide from channel numbers 2 through 69. See Chapter 2, "Favorite Channels" for details. The guide holds up to 7 days of programming for HD receivers and 3 1/2 days of the screen for the colorbutton hints at a time up or down /left/right; Look for shortcuts (use the RED button to...
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Program Guide Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 5 3D Channels High-Definition Receivers Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D makes you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you want to see only the HD version of a channel in the guide... virtually jump into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout the guide. If you 're watching. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in the channel column of 3D programs, press GUIDE, press the YELLOW button and then select "Sort programs by category". Channels...
Program Guide Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 5 3D Channels High-Definition Receivers Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D makes you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you want to see only the HD version of a channel in the guide... virtually jump into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout the guide. If you 're watching. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in the channel column of 3D programs, press GUIDE, press the YELLOW button and then select "Sort programs by category". Channels...
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... starts airing. The latest hits are listed in the program guide starting around channel 117. As long as ordering DIRECTV CINEMA movies from the program guide, highlight the title and press INFO on your receiver is connected to a land-based phone line or the Internet, you cancel it . Program Guide... DIRECTV CINEMA™ You don't have to go out for details. 20 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Ordering PPV events works the same...
... starts airing. The latest hits are listed in the program guide starting around channel 117. As long as ordering DIRECTV CINEMA movies from the program guide, highlight the title and press INFO on your receiver is connected to a land-based phone line or the Internet, you cancel it . Program Guide... DIRECTV CINEMA™ You don't have to go out for details. 20 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Ordering PPV events works the same...
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...to highlight an option, then press SELECT. 24 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Use the ARROW keys to display the channel banner while watching a program. Select "More Info" for detailed program information and other information. On High-Definition Receivers the channel banner also provides easy access to ... other options. Channel Banner Channel Banner When you find a current show in the guide you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to TVmail, the last five channels you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls.
...to highlight an option, then press SELECT. 24 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Use the ARROW keys to display the channel banner while watching a program. Select "More Info" for detailed program information and other information. On High-Definition Receivers the channel banner also provides easy access to ... other options. Channel Banner Channel Banner When you find a current show in the guide you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to TVmail, the last five channels you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls.
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... 5). Chapter 2 - This is an easy way to toggle among the channels you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to display the TV Options menu. TV Options Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 TV Options ...receiver. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that channel. We also notify you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. TVmail Select "TVmail," to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you of the program. DIRECTV...
... 5). Chapter 2 - This is an easy way to toggle among the channels you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to display the TV Options menu. TV Options Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 TV Options ...receiver. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that channel. We also notify you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. TVmail Select "TVmail," to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you of the program. DIRECTV...
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... I Get displays only the channels you subscribe to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. The display format is active, select the "Add..." Custom ... is the only difference so check out both to determine your preference. (Select OFF to . Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want . or "Remove..." Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and...
... I Get displays only the channels you subscribe to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. The display format is active, select the "Add..." Custom ... is the only difference so check out both to determine your preference. (Select OFF to . Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want . or "Remove..." Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and...
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... Info 27 The current settings are shown in this chapter. TV Options 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Parental Controls Select "Parental" 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. Select a language from options listed. For more information...
... Info 27 The current settings are shown in this chapter. TV Options 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Parental Controls Select "Parental" 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. Select a language from options listed. For more information...
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... to automatically. Search for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu You can also search for SD receivers) program guide. To learn more, go away. My Playlist High-Definition Receivers An optional menu item that appear within the 7-day (3½day...
... to automatically. Search for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu You can also search for SD receivers) program guide. To learn more, go away. My Playlist High-Definition Receivers An optional menu item that appear within the 7-day (3½day...
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...Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 TVmail Messages from your telephone provider). On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Channels & Program Info 29 Menu DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Caller ID Contains a log of help..., choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose settings for your TV, remote, and your DIRECTV Receiver. Help High-Definition Receivers A list of phone calls into your home (assuming you have connected a land line and subscribe to use your entire...
...Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 TVmail Messages from your telephone provider). On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Channels & Program Info 29 Menu DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Caller ID Contains a log of help..., choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose settings for your TV, remote, and your DIRECTV Receiver. Help High-Definition Receivers A list of phone calls into your home (assuming you have connected a land line and subscribe to use your entire...
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... list on the right and scroll or page down until you see your title can choose Delete (DEL) to enter the complete title. Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have a "Recent Searches" button on the show to enter the initial article like "The" or "An." Press SELECT on the keypad. ...30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You do not have to bring up the information screen. You can appear on several channels, it may have a folder...
... list on the right and scroll or page down until you see your title can choose Delete (DEL) to enter the complete title. Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have a "Recent Searches" button on the show to enter the initial article like "The" or "An." Press SELECT on the keypad. ...30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You do not have to bring up the information screen. You can appear on several channels, it may have a folder...
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On High-Definition Receivers you can also access Parental Controls by pressing INFO, then selecting "Parental", then "Parental Controls". Parental Controls 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Lock Now After setting the restrictions you ... even the number of hours of TV watching allowed, you're always able to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be allowed to create a passcode. He or she will turn parental controls back on just who's watching what, and requires a passcode to...
On High-Definition Receivers you can also access Parental Controls by pressing INFO, then selecting "Parental", then "Parental Controls". Parental Controls 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Lock Now After setting the restrictions you ... even the number of hours of TV watching allowed, you're always able to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be allowed to create a passcode. He or she will turn parental controls back on just who's watching what, and requires a passcode to...
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... Setup", then select "Parental Controls." Various options for Movies, TV and unrated shows. On High-Definition Receivers you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Ratings Limits The Ratings feature lets you try to tune to a restricted ...program explaining why the program is discouraged by a time delay; On SD Receivers, select "Ratings." Use the RED and GREEN keys ...
... Setup", then select "Parental Controls." Various options for Movies, TV and unrated shows. On High-Definition Receivers you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Ratings Limits The Ratings feature lets you try to tune to a restricted ...program explaining why the program is discouraged by a time delay; On SD Receivers, select "Ratings." Use the RED and GREEN keys ...