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...285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your favorite programs. This user guide applies to recording your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from DIRECTV CINEMA™. Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you ...order to be able to view the HD channels included in order to use to start watching TV. If your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV Family! Welcome to accommodate several models of the biggest box office movies from what is shown here. For information ...
...285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your favorite programs. This user guide applies to recording your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from DIRECTV CINEMA™. Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you ...order to be able to view the HD channels included in order to use to start watching TV. If your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV Family! Welcome to accommodate several models of the biggest box office movies from what is shown here. For information ...
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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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... tip-over. 13) Unplug this unit. You should, however, be aware of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use this unit. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10...
... tip-over. 13) Unplug this unit. You should, however, be aware of time. 14) Refer all instructions. 5) Do not use this unit. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10...
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... 820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be used near anything WET or HOT! Refer servicing to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; The DIRECTV® Receiver should be used. Safety & Care • Ensure proper ventilation - do not remove cover (or back). Also, place ... airflow to the unit. Try not to a qualified service person when repair is to service it . • Always unplug the DIRECTV® Receiver, TV and other than down the middle once connected. never attempt to qualified service personnel. Use of a surge protector is the ...
... 820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be used near anything WET or HOT! Refer servicing to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; The DIRECTV® Receiver should be used. Safety & Care • Ensure proper ventilation - do not remove cover (or back). Also, place ... airflow to the unit. Try not to a qualified service person when repair is to service it . • Always unplug the DIRECTV® Receiver, TV and other than down the middle once connected. never attempt to qualified service personnel. Use of a surge protector is the ...
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Model No. * Serial No. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Product Information Keep 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 your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of acquisition.
Model No. * Serial No. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Product Information Keep 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 your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of acquisition.
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..., a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn a single component on or off or on. The mode switch must... always be replaced. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the mode switch is in the left-most position to control your remote has... TV. Simply slide the mode switch to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off (for example a DVD player or surround sound system).
..., a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn a single component on or off or on. The mode switch must... always be replaced. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the mode switch is in the left-most position to control your remote has... TV. Simply slide the mode switch to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off (for example a DVD player or surround sound system).
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... DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. Press multiple times to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE REPLAY / JUMP TO BEGINNING OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you have one of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to skip multiples of any live...
... DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. Press multiple times to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE REPLAY / JUMP TO BEGINNING OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you have one of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to skip multiples of any live...
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To find them, look for HD after the channel call sign (i.e. Just hook up your 3D HDTV, put on channel 103. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Channels & Program Info 21 CHOICE™ package or higher required for HD after the program title in the guide go to ... 100s series in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. STZHD or CNNHD) in the channel column of the guide and also look for ESPN 3D. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later),...
To find them, look for HD after the channel call sign (i.e. Just hook up your 3D HDTV, put on channel 103. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Channels & Program Info 21 CHOICE™ package or higher required for HD after the program title in the guide go to ... 100s series in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. STZHD or CNNHD) in the channel column of the guide and also look for ESPN 3D. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later),...
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... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 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. Select "More Info" for detailed...
... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 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. Select "More Info" for detailed...
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... "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to display the TV Options menu. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote to see your receiver. DIRECTV sends messages to see your messages. We also notify you of the program. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new...
... "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to display the TV Options menu. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote to see your receiver. DIRECTV sends messages to see your messages. We also notify you of the program. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new...
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... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Last 5 Select "Last 5" to see . This is active, select the "Add..." When you subscribe to choose from this list, the receiver will tune to that list.
... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Last 5 Select "Last 5" to see . This is active, select the "Add..." When you subscribe to choose from this list, the receiver will tune to that list.
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SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning". Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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. Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time.
SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning". Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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. Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time.
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... later in gray text. Parental Controls Select "Parental" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". For more information on your receiver. The current settings are shown in this chapter. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Channels & Program Info 29 Select a language from options listed. You can also customize your...
... later in gray text. Parental Controls Select "Parental" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". For more information on your receiver. The current settings are shown in this chapter. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Channels & Program Info 29 Select a language from options listed. You can also customize your...
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... this feature. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". These videos are streamed to your receiver is connected to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR...
... this feature. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". These videos are streamed to your receiver is connected to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR...
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Press MENU on your search (and avoid extra typing). Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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 remote and select "Smart Search". Your receiver displays your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order.
Press MENU on your search (and avoid extra typing). Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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 remote and select "Smart Search". Your receiver displays your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order.
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... Now After setting the restrictions you have Parental Controls set . Using your entry to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will turn the parental controls back on.
... Now After setting the restrictions you have Parental Controls set . Using your entry to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will turn the parental controls back on.
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...High-Definition DVRs you forget your remote to a restricted program explaining why the program is a separate tab for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your account number. You must be the registered account holder and have...Controls." Select one and enter your passcode. Note: If you can also unlock Parental Control by pressing INFO while watching TV. On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to reset ...
...High-Definition DVRs you forget your remote to a restricted program explaining why the program is a separate tab for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your account number. You must be the registered account holder and have...Controls." Select one and enter your passcode. Note: If you can also unlock Parental Control by pressing INFO while watching TV. On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to reset ...
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... guide, Manage Recordings screens, and when channel surfing. 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". Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to...
... guide, Manage Recordings screens, and when channel surfing. 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". Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to...
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... select the start times and durations for viewing. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on your household. Channels & Program Info 47 8 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...
... select the start times and durations for viewing. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on your household. Channels & Program Info 47 8 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...