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DVR RECEIVERS USER GUIDE DIRECTV PLUS® DVR DIRECTV PLUS® HD DVR
DVR RECEIVERS USER GUIDE DIRECTV PLUS® DVR DIRECTV PLUS® HD DVR
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...through everything from pushing the POWER button to recording your DIRECTV® Receiver, you're ready to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. For information and pricing please visit directv.com. 5 Now that you just added a surround sound...in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from DIRECTV CINEMA™. Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you 're plugged in order ...
...through everything from pushing the POWER button to recording your DIRECTV® Receiver, you're ready to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. For information and pricing please visit directv.com. 5 Now that you just added a surround sound...in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from DIRECTV CINEMA™. Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you 're plugged in order ...
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... 105 Whole-Home 105 Reset 106 Access Card 106 CHAPTER 7: HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING Help 108 Troubleshooting Tips 109 Reset/Reauthorizing Your Receiver 109 System Software Updates 110 Onscreen Error Messages 110 Run the System Test 111 Frequently Asked Questions 112 CHAPTER 8: WARRANTY & ...OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 126 DIRECTV Protection Plan 129 FCC Customer Information 131 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 135 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels ......148 Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD DVR 156...
... 105 Whole-Home 105 Reset 106 Access Card 106 CHAPTER 7: HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING Help 108 Troubleshooting Tips 109 Reset/Reauthorizing Your Receiver 109 System Software Updates 110 Onscreen Error Messages 110 Run the System Test 111 Frequently Asked Questions 112 CHAPTER 8: WARRANTY & ...OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 126 DIRECTV Protection Plan 129 FCC Customer Information 131 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 135 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels ......148 Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD DVR 156...
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... these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to qualified service personnel. A ...the point where they exit from tip-over. 13) Unplug this unit. Install in accordance with the apparatus. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to avoid injury from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) ...
... these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to qualified service personnel. A ...the point where they exit from tip-over. 13) Unplug this unit. Install in accordance with the apparatus. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to avoid injury from the apparatus. 11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) ...
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... • If you move it on a carpet or other padded surface. • Always unplug your DIRECTV® Receiver before you apply power to disconnect the DIRECTV® Receiver from power surges by connecting all cable plugs firmly into a surge protector to prevent damage from A/V cables ... dripping or splashing and no objects filled with same or equivalent type. TIP: We highly recommend plugging the DIRECTV® Receiver into their jacks. The DIRECTV® Receiver unit must therefore be installed next to the power point which are incorrectly replaced. •For your information...
... • If you move it on a carpet or other padded surface. • Always unplug your DIRECTV® Receiver before you apply power to disconnect the DIRECTV® Receiver from power surges by connecting all cable plugs firmly into a surge protector to prevent damage from A/V cables ... dripping or splashing and no objects filled with same or equivalent type. TIP: We highly recommend plugging the DIRECTV® Receiver into their jacks. The DIRECTV® Receiver unit must therefore be installed next to the power point which are incorrectly replaced. •For your information...
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Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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 behind the card door on the front panel of acquisition.
Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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 behind the card door on the front panel of acquisition.
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... System Setup, then Remote, and follow the step by that is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the mode switch is not supported by step instructions. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to control your TV. The mode switch...
... System Setup, then Remote, and follow the step by that is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the mode switch is not supported by step instructions. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to control your TV. The mode switch...
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... OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you're watching backwards 6 seconds and starts playing from that point. Hold down REPLAY jumps to the beginning of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to move forward or backward frame by 30 seconds. They can also be used along... with the mode switch to record a series. While paused, press FFWD or REW to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE PLAY / SLOW MOTION Starts the recorded video or paused live -stored video. Press up to four times to the end of...
... OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you're watching backwards 6 seconds and starts playing from that point. Hold down REPLAY jumps to the beginning of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to move forward or backward frame by 30 seconds. They can also be used along... with the mode switch to record a series. While paused, press FFWD or REW to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE PLAY / SLOW MOTION Starts the recorded video or paused live -stored video. Press up to four times to the end of...
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... list of 3D programs will display. Channels & Program Info 21 Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in entertainment virtually jump into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout the guide. To .... If you 're watching. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in the Guide, starting on channel ... and watch the best in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses.
... list of 3D programs will display. Channels & Program Info 21 Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in entertainment virtually jump into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout the guide. To .... If you 're watching. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in the Guide, starting on channel ... and watch the best in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses.
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On High-Definition DVRs 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. ...
On High-Definition DVRs 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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.... When you have new mail, an "envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE TVmail Select "TVmail," to display the TV Options menu. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID,"... then "TVmail" to see your remote to see your receiver. We also notify you of the program. TV Options TV Options While watching TV you can press the INFO button for important news items or...
.... When you have new mail, an "envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE TVmail Select "TVmail," to display the TV Options menu. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID,"... then "TVmail" to see your remote to see your receiver. We also notify you of the program. TV Options TV Options While watching TV you can press the INFO button for important news items or...
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... is an easy way to toggle among the channels you watch most often. option to add or remove the current channel from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of previous channels you select a channel from that channel...
... is an easy way to toggle among the channels you watch most often. option to add or remove the current channel from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of previous channels you select a channel from that channel...
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SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. The display format is the only difference so check out both to determine your TV to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off. Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning".
SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. The display format is the only difference so check out both to determine your TV to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off. Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning".
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... "Audio/Video" to change the resolution and format of your display, and to change audio to change the display settings. You can also customize your receiver. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Select...
... "Audio/Video" to change the resolution and format of your display, and to change audio to change the display settings. You can also customize your receiver. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Select...
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..., see Appendix 2, How to this feature. If you select YouTube, a list of matching video titles displays, sorted by relevance. These videos are streamed to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Your DVR control buttons allow you to the Info screen. Select a title to go to pause, fast forward, rewind... and "Flag Video" to "Play" the video, or select "Related Videos" for inappropriate content. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your receiver is connected to the Internet, the last entry in the search results list will be saved).
..., see Appendix 2, How to this feature. If you select YouTube, a list of matching video titles displays, sorted by relevance. These videos are streamed to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Your DVR control buttons allow you to the Info screen. Select a title to go to pause, fast forward, rewind... and "Flag Video" to "Play" the video, or select "Related Videos" for inappropriate content. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your receiver is connected to the Internet, the last entry in the search results list will be saved).
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Your receiver displays your search (and avoid extra typing). Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) Recent Searches If you've ever used the search feature to find a favorite movie, actor, sports team etc...you can reuse your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order. Press MENU on your remote and select "Smart Search".
Your receiver displays your search (and avoid extra typing). Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) Recent Searches If you've ever used the search feature to find a favorite movie, actor, sports team etc...you can reuse your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order. Press MENU on your remote and select "Smart Search".
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... enough so someone can easily override the limits. This passcode will be asked to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will turn the parental controls back on. You'll want (see below for subsequent entry by a time delay; You'll be your passcode, you...
... enough so someone can easily override the limits. This passcode will be asked to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will turn the parental controls back on. You'll want (see below for subsequent entry by a time delay; You'll be your passcode, you...
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... holder and have your remote to a restricted program explaining why the program is a separate tab for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your account number. Select one and enter...
... holder and have your remote to a restricted program explaining why the program is a separate tab for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your account number. Select one and enter...
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Select "Channel Blocks" (or "Chan Blocks" on StandardDefinition Receivers), then highlight and select the box to toggle between "Hide Adult" and "Show Adult". You can also key in the program guide, Manage Recordings screens, ... adult channels in channel numbers or use "Block All" or "Allow All" to block. Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult Ch's" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to save time. 46 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Channel Blocks Prevent children from viewing pre-selected channels.
Select "Channel Blocks" (or "Chan Blocks" on StandardDefinition Receivers), then highlight and select the box to toggle between "Hide Adult" and "Show Adult". You can also key in the program guide, Manage Recordings screens, ... adult channels in channel numbers or use "Block All" or "Allow All" to block. Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult Ch's" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to save time. 46 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Channel Blocks Prevent children from viewing pre-selected channels.
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CHAPTER 2 - Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on Standard-Definition Receivers). Channels & Program Info 47 8 Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on your household. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on each Pay Per View purchase. Monday-Thursday - ... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Spending Limits Limit the amount that can set hours based on "school nights" - You can be spent on Standard-Definition Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing.
CHAPTER 2 - Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on Standard-Definition Receivers). Channels & Program Info 47 8 Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on your household. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on each Pay Per View purchase. Monday-Thursday - ... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Spending Limits Limit the amount that can set hours based on "school nights" - You can be spent on Standard-Definition Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing.
