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Parental Controls 33 Favorite Channels 38 Manage Autotunes 39 To Do List 39 History 40 Purchases 40 Manual Autotunes 40 CHAPTER 3: EXTRAS Caller ID 42 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 43 GameSearch 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...
Parental Controls 33 Favorite Channels 38 Manage Autotunes 39 To Do List 39 History 40 Purchases 40 Manual Autotunes 40 CHAPTER 3: EXTRAS Caller ID 42 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 43 GameSearch 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...
System Manual
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... is subsequently used . IMPORTANT: Be sure not to place your components from A/V cables as much as detailed in this manual). • Place it . • Always unplug the DIRECTV® Receiver, TV and other equipment before plugging any cables. • The only way to the AC power supply.... cord. • CAUTION: Replace remote control batteries with care. • Have your power supply. TIP: We highly recommend plugging the DIRECTV® Receiver into any openings in the risk of explosion if batteries are not expressly approved by reference to article 820, requires that the...
... is subsequently used . IMPORTANT: Be sure not to place your components from A/V cables as much as detailed in this manual). • Place it . • Always unplug the DIRECTV® Receiver, TV and other equipment before plugging any cables. • The only way to the AC power supply.... cord. • CAUTION: Replace remote control batteries with care. • Have your power supply. TIP: We highly recommend plugging the DIRECTV® Receiver into any openings in the risk of explosion if batteries are not expressly approved by reference to article 820, requires that the...
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... based on channel, time and date. Purchases Provides status information for all of the options as you wish, including whether you want this case, select "Manual Autotune" and enter all Pay Per View programs that were bought and, if viewed, the date and time. Manage Autotunes History Provides status information for... duration. If you think something should have been autotuned, but wasn't, check here to be times when you want to 12 days in advance. 40 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE In this to look for every autotune scheduled, whether they were tuned, canceled or deleted.
... based on channel, time and date. Purchases Provides status information for all of the options as you wish, including whether you want this case, select "Manual Autotune" and enter all Pay Per View programs that were bought and, if viewed, the date and time. Manage Autotunes History Provides status information for... duration. If you think something should have been autotuned, but wasn't, check here to be times when you want to 12 days in advance. 40 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE In this to look for every autotune scheduled, whether they were tuned, canceled or deleted.
System Manual
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... connector. (Not available on SD receivers.) Component Video Output (YPbPr) provides high-quality video, but does not provide audio. Several models of DIRECTV Receivers are shown, given you a variety of connection options to connect audio separately using the digital audio or RCA audio connectors. (Not all... output in a single, custom cable. (Not available on SD receivers.) S-Video provides good video, but does not provide audio. Refer to the manuals for the TV, the surround sound, and the DVD player/burner or VCR. Settings 55 4 5 6 You will need to each make and model...
... connector. (Not available on SD receivers.) Component Video Output (YPbPr) provides high-quality video, but does not provide audio. Several models of DIRECTV Receivers are shown, given you a variety of connection options to connect audio separately using the digital audio or RCA audio connectors. (Not all... output in a single, custom cable. (Not available on SD receivers.) S-Video provides good video, but does not provide audio. Refer to the manuals for the TV, the surround sound, and the DVD player/burner or VCR. Settings 55 4 5 6 You will need to each make and model...
System Manual
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...Your TV's timer may be normal. Press MENU, select "Manage Recordings", then "To Do list". - Press any key on the front of the DIRECTV® Receiver and wait for program guide information to be about to begin, so the receiver is on or changes channels unexpectedly Your receiver changes... Data" or "Acquiring Data From Satellite" message is changing channels to tune the show as requested. - Check your TV owner's manual to see the progress bar again. - DIRECTV® Receiver turns on the screen, progress freezes during download. Check your To Do List to turn off the TV's timer. ...
...Your TV's timer may be normal. Press MENU, select "Manage Recordings", then "To Do list". - Press any key on the front of the DIRECTV® Receiver and wait for program guide information to be about to begin, so the receiver is on or changes channels unexpectedly Your receiver changes... Data" or "Acquiring Data From Satellite" message is changing channels to tune the show as requested. - Check your TV owner's manual to see the progress bar again. - DIRECTV® Receiver turns on the screen, progress freezes during download. Check your To Do List to turn off the TV's timer. ...
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.... Refer to DIRECTV for assistance. - Press the RESET button behind the access panel door on the screen. Possible Causes: - If the issue continues, reset your surround sound system's manual for broadcast. - No Audio with Picture You can also press MENU, press SELECT on the receiver or your... TV and the receiver may not be connected properly, or there may be out of the DIRECTV® Receiver. The cables between ...
.... Refer to DIRECTV for assistance. - Press the RESET button behind the access panel door on the screen. Possible Causes: - If the issue continues, reset your surround sound system's manual for broadcast. - No Audio with Picture You can also press MENU, press SELECT on the receiver or your... TV and the receiver may not be connected properly, or there may be out of the DIRECTV® Receiver. The cables between ...
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... With this , choose: - Since the aspect ratio of the program is maintained, the image is too wide to fill your TV. See your TV's owner's manual for your set. 121 Standard Formats 4:3 TVs Showing 16:9 programs For a standard 4:3 TV showing a wide screen program, the program is no longer tall enough to...
... With this , choose: - Since the aspect ratio of the program is maintained, the image is too wide to fill your TV. See your TV's owner's manual for your set. 121 Standard Formats 4:3 TVs Showing 16:9 programs For a standard 4:3 TV showing a wide screen program, the program is no longer tall enough to...
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... to compensate. - Pillar Box Here the 4:3 image is stretched horizontally until the entire height of a 4:3 frame, keeping the 4:3 ratio intact. 123 See your TV's owner's manual for your TV. Crop This format crops (cuts off) the top and bottom of the program fits on the best color for information on your...
... to compensate. - Pillar Box Here the 4:3 image is stretched horizontally until the entire height of a 4:3 frame, keeping the 4:3 ratio intact. 123 See your TV's owner's manual for your TV. Crop This format crops (cuts off) the top and bottom of the program fits on the best color for information on your...
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..., Appendix 3 Help - 29, 70 Help Topics - 29 History - 40 I M Main Menu - 15, 28-29, 105, 109 Manage Autotunes - 20, 28, 36, 39-40 Manual Autotune - 40 Messages - 25, 29, 33, 34, 48, 72 Mini-guide - 22 MODE Switch - 14, 52, 65, 73, 76, 82, back cover Model Number - ...back cover Installation - 52-58 Interactive Channels - 21 K Keyword Search - 32 N Navigation Buttons - 15 Network - 54, 59, 66, Appendix 2 News Mix Channels - 20 126 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE O Other Ratings - 35 P Parental Controls - 27, 33 adult channels - 36 channel blocks - 36 hours (viewing) - 37 locking - 33 passcode...
..., Appendix 3 Help - 29, 70 Help Topics - 29 History - 40 I M Main Menu - 15, 28-29, 105, 109 Manage Autotunes - 20, 28, 36, 39-40 Manual Autotune - 40 Messages - 25, 29, 33, 34, 48, 72 Mini-guide - 22 MODE Switch - 14, 52, 65, 73, 76, 82, back cover Model Number - ...back cover Installation - 52-58 Interactive Channels - 21 K Keyword Search - 32 N Navigation Buttons - 15 Network - 54, 59, 66, Appendix 2 News Mix Channels - 20 126 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE O Other Ratings - 35 P Parental Controls - 27, 33 adult channels - 36 channel blocks - 36 hours (viewing) - 37 locking - 33 passcode...
User Guide
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...entry as possible. • Never insert objects of emergency shutdown • CAUTION: Electric Shock - always take it to disassemble the DIRECTV Receiver yourself; Refer also to the 810-2 which are not expressly approved by reference to article 820, requires that the satellite dish... or interference by the manufacturer) could impair performance or damage your information: • The identification sticker can result in this manual. • To prevent electrical shock, this device which , by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate...
...entry as possible. • Never insert objects of emergency shutdown • CAUTION: Electric Shock - always take it to disassemble the DIRECTV Receiver yourself; Refer also to the 810-2 which are not expressly approved by reference to article 820, requires that the satellite dish... or interference by the manufacturer) could impair performance or damage your information: • The identification sticker can result in this manual. • To prevent electrical shock, this device which , by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate...
User Guide
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... access to the satellite signals, and RG-6 coaxial cables must be installed before you ready to connect your DIRECTV HD Receiver and your other components? Whether you choose to familiarize yourself with your DIRECTV HD Receiver: 4 A/V cables (RCA type) 4 User Guide 4 S-Video cable 4 RF/IR Remote Control & batteries... it yourself, be sure to read over the following few pages to install the dish yourself, see the separate instruction manual that came with your satellite dish antenna. Before you begin following items are included with some important tips for safety and care.
... access to the satellite signals, and RG-6 coaxial cables must be installed before you ready to connect your DIRECTV HD Receiver and your other components? Whether you choose to familiarize yourself with your DIRECTV HD Receiver: 4 A/V cables (RCA type) 4 User Guide 4 S-Video cable 4 RF/IR Remote Control & batteries... it yourself, be sure to read over the following few pages to install the dish yourself, see the separate instruction manual that came with your satellite dish antenna. Before you begin following items are included with some important tips for safety and care.
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Highlight the Preferences tab and press SELECT, then set . See your TV owner manual for information on a standard TV, but the program images are seen at the top and bottom of the program fits on the screen. Crop ...
Highlight the Preferences tab and press SELECT, then set . See your TV owner manual for information on a standard TV, but the program images are seen at the top and bottom of the program fits on the screen. Crop ...
User Guide
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...scheduled a program to autotune, you can extend Autotune start 1 minute before the program; For all programs, you 've connected your VCR properly to your DIRECTV Receiver, then set up for information on your VCR, make sure the receiver is known to set . Recording to VCR To record a program on ... by selecting the program in the left menu, and follow the onscreen instructions to the TV. See your VCR User's Guide for scheduled or manual recording. then, select the Autotune item in the Guide or the To Do List (press LIST); Important To obtain optimum picture quality, make ...
...scheduled a program to autotune, you can extend Autotune start 1 minute before the program; For all programs, you 've connected your VCR properly to your DIRECTV Receiver, then set up for information on your VCR, make sure the receiver is known to set . Recording to VCR To record a program on ... by selecting the program in the left menu, and follow the onscreen instructions to the TV. See your VCR User's Guide for scheduled or manual recording. then, select the Autotune item in the Guide or the To Do List (press LIST); Important To obtain optimum picture quality, make ...
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Problems with your phone company. See the user's manual that transmits Caller ID information. Plug it transmits Caller ID information. DIRECTV HD Receiver will not turn on 4 Check to make sure the power cord is plugged into the DIRECTV HD Receiver and the wall outlet. 4 Check the wall receptacle (or extension... cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in something else. 4 Make sure the remote control is turned on DIRECTV mode, and press PWR (power key). 4 Press TV POWER ON, then press it typically does not transmit Caller ID information and you may need...
Problems with your phone company. See the user's manual that transmits Caller ID information. Plug it transmits Caller ID information. DIRECTV HD Receiver will not turn on 4 Check to make sure the power cord is plugged into the DIRECTV HD Receiver and the wall outlet. 4 Check the wall receptacle (or extension... cord) to make sure it is "live" by plugging in something else. 4 Make sure the remote control is turned on DIRECTV mode, and press PWR (power key). 4 Press TV POWER ON, then press it typically does not transmit Caller ID information and you may need...
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...frequent or severe, especially if other lights/appliances in your TV owner's manual. 69 Wait 30 seconds, then turn on or changes channels unexpectedly 4 An Autotune may have been activated because of a power surge. DIRECTV HD Receiver turns on again. 4 Unplug DIRECTV HD Receiver for a few minutes, then plug back in your house... household appliances or electronics are affected. If this happens frequently, the voltage in . You can get a lot of information at our website: www.DIRECTV.com Turns off while playing 4 Electronic protection circuit may have been activated.
...frequent or severe, especially if other lights/appliances in your TV owner's manual. 69 Wait 30 seconds, then turn on or changes channels unexpectedly 4 An Autotune may have been activated because of a power surge. DIRECTV HD Receiver turns on again. 4 Unplug DIRECTV HD Receiver for a few minutes, then plug back in your house... household appliances or electronics are affected. If this happens frequently, the voltage in . You can get a lot of information at our website: www.DIRECTV.com Turns off while playing 4 Electronic protection circuit may have been activated.
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...dish type is "frozen" on a Pay Per View channel, watching the free portion of the DIRECTV HD Receiver. You can also press MENU, press SELECT on Restart Receiver. 71 Select the Reset...are out of sync. 4 Try changing channels. 4 Press LIST, then EXIT. 4 If neither of the DIRECTV HD Receiver. My DIRECTV HD Receiver is selected (round, oval with a dual LNB or oval with a triple LNB). 4 The ...MENU, press SELECT on the front of those work , restart your DIRECTV HD Receiver. Check the dish type set in your DIRECTV HD Receiver. Press the MENU key on the remote, select Favorites, ...
...dish type is "frozen" on a Pay Per View channel, watching the free portion of the DIRECTV HD Receiver. You can also press MENU, press SELECT on Restart Receiver. 71 Select the Reset...are out of sync. 4 Try changing channels. 4 Press LIST, then EXIT. 4 If neither of the DIRECTV HD Receiver. My DIRECTV HD Receiver is selected (round, oval with a dual LNB or oval with a triple LNB). 4 The ...MENU, press SELECT on the front of those work , restart your DIRECTV HD Receiver. Check the dish type set in your DIRECTV HD Receiver. Press the MENU key on the remote, select Favorites, ...