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All other ENERGY STAR labeled set-top boxes, when used in conjunction with the DIRECTV Whole-Home DVR service. When you the benefit of saving energy and helping our environment. However, ENERGY STAR labeled HD DVR set -top box is ENERGY STAR qualified, giving you see the ENERGY STAR label on your set-top box, it means that your set -top boxes qualify for ENERGY STAR only when configured with a DIRECTV subscription, meet ENERGY STAR criteria without requiring the consumer to take any additional steps.
All other ENERGY STAR labeled set-top boxes, when used in conjunction with the DIRECTV Whole-Home DVR service. When you the benefit of saving energy and helping our environment. However, ENERGY STAR labeled HD DVR set -top box is ENERGY STAR qualified, giving you see the ENERGY STAR label on your set-top box, it means that your set -top boxes qualify for ENERGY STAR only when configured with a DIRECTV subscription, meet ENERGY STAR criteria without requiring the consumer to take any additional steps.
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...in your programming package. • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service 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... installed your favorite programs. This user guide applies to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service viewing features. • DIRECTV hardware, programming, DVR service and HD Access fee available separately. Welcome! For information and pricing please visit directv.com. 5 We'll take you 're ready to the...
...in your programming package. • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service 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... installed your favorite programs. This user guide applies to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service viewing features. • DIRECTV hardware, programming, DVR service and HD Access fee available separately. Welcome! For information and pricing please visit directv.com. 5 We'll take you 're ready to the...
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...Manual Recording 70 Record Defaults 71 Recording from a Computer or Phone 72 CHAPTER 5: EXTRAS Caller ID 76 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 77 DIRECTV™ iPad® App 78 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 79 GameSearch 84 GSN Game Lounge 84 8 Music, Photos & More 85 QuickTune 88 ScoreGuide 88 ...TVApps 89 CHAPTER 6: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 92 Guided Setup 92 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 92 Connections 93 Your ...
...Manual Recording 70 Record Defaults 71 Recording from a Computer or Phone 72 CHAPTER 5: EXTRAS Caller ID 76 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 77 DIRECTV™ iPad® App 78 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 79 GameSearch 84 GSN Game Lounge 84 8 Music, Photos & More 85 QuickTune 88 ScoreGuide 88 ...TVApps 89 CHAPTER 6: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 92 Guided Setup 92 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 92 Connections 93 Your ...
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...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 Appendix 3: About ...
...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 Appendix 3: About ...
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...select "Sort programs by category". HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21,...6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Just hook up your 3D HDTV, put on your 3D glasses and watch the best in entertainment virtually jump into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout the guide. CHOICE™ package or higher required for instructions on channel 103. Channels & Program Info 21 For a list...
...select "Sort programs by category". HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21,...6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Just hook up your 3D HDTV, put on your 3D glasses and watch the best in entertainment virtually jump into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout the guide. CHOICE™ package or higher required for instructions on channel 103. Channels & Program Info 21 For a list...
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... instructions on How to Caller ID service from your telephone provider). DIRECTV® HD DVR Menu Menu 2 3 4 5 6 Caller ID Contains a log of the phone calls into your home computer network. TVmail DIRECTV Messages to your home (assuming you about new features, free views, tips & tricks... and more. Channels & Program Info 31 Music, Photos & More High-Definition DVRs An optional menu item that appears if you connect ...
... instructions on How to Caller ID service from your telephone provider). DIRECTV® HD DVR Menu Menu 2 3 4 5 6 Caller ID Contains a log of the phone calls into your home computer network. TVmail DIRECTV Messages to your home (assuming you about new features, free views, tips & tricks... and more. Channels & Program Info 31 Music, Photos & More High-Definition DVRs An optional menu item that appears if you connect ...
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VIEWER'S TIP: You can also check out your favorite programmer's home page for details regarding connecting your DIRECTV HD DVR, you DIRECTV content such as , Movies, Kids & Family, TV Series, etc. DIRECTV Cinema™ & Pay Per View 53 5 6 7 8 For example, A&E is channel 1265...on channel 265. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV CINEMA (High-Definition DVRs) All Movies & Shows, Channel 1000 With DIRECTV CINEMAplus, thousands of the regular DIRECTV channel number. Simply add a "1" in front of movies and TV shows are available ...
VIEWER'S TIP: You can also check out your favorite programmer's home page for details regarding connecting your DIRECTV HD DVR, you DIRECTV content such as , Movies, Kids & Family, TV Series, etc. DIRECTV Cinema™ & Pay Per View 53 5 6 7 8 For example, A&E is channel 1265...on channel 265. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV CINEMA (High-Definition DVRs) All Movies & Shows, Channel 1000 With DIRECTV CINEMAplus, thousands of the regular DIRECTV channel number. Simply add a "1" in front of movies and TV shows are available ...
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... 5 6 7 8 Turn your smartphone into the easiest, fastest, most convenient way to find any DIRECTV DVR in your home Go to any program and set your receiver connected to a phone line Record to directv.com/mobileapps for the iPhone, Android™, Palm® Pre™, Palm® Pixi™, ... & time Get program information instantly, including description, length and rating Record a single episode or an entire series Order DIRECTV CINEMA™ right on your phone (available for iPhone, Android, Palm, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7), no need to have your home DVR. CHAPTER 4 -
... 5 6 7 8 Turn your smartphone into the easiest, fastest, most convenient way to find any DIRECTV DVR in your home Go to any program and set your receiver connected to a phone line Record to directv.com/mobileapps for the iPhone, Android™, Palm® Pre™, Palm® Pixi™, ... & time Get program information instantly, including description, length and rating Record a single episode or an entire series Order DIRECTV CINEMA™ right on your phone (available for iPhone, Android, Palm, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7), no need to have your home DVR. CHAPTER 4 -
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CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS CALLER ID 76 DIRECTV® DOUBLEPLAY 77 DIRECTV™ IPAD® APP 78 DIRECTV® WHOLE-HOME DVR SERVICE (HD Receivers) .....79 GAMESEARCH 84 GSN GAME LOUNGE 84 MUSIC, PHOTOS & MORE 86 QUICKTUNE 88 SCOREGUIDE 88 TV APPS 89 75
CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS CALLER ID 76 DIRECTV® DOUBLEPLAY 77 DIRECTV™ IPAD® APP 78 DIRECTV® WHOLE-HOME DVR SERVICE (HD Receivers) .....79 GAMESEARCH 84 GSN GAME LOUNGE 84 MUSIC, PHOTOS & MORE 86 QUICKTUNE 88 SCOREGUIDE 88 TV APPS 89 75
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... continue watching it in every room. For Whole-Home DVR to function, your HD DVR and HD Non-DVR receivers are networked, it allows them to step 7. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service With DIRECTV's Whole-Home DVR service and the proper equipment, it's like having...
... continue watching it in every room. For Whole-Home DVR to function, your HD DVR and HD Non-DVR receivers are networked, it allows them to step 7. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service With DIRECTV's Whole-Home DVR service and the proper equipment, it's like having...
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... You'll be at the receiver to assign its name. You must be 14 characters or less. Activate DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service: Once DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service is activated on your account, press the LIST button on the right will display, confirming the service has... easily associate with the room or it as follows: Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Whole-Home" and then "Name Location." 80 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The message on your installation appointment. 3. Select "Continue". We recommend using a name that you can change it 's ...
... You'll be at the receiver to assign its name. You must be 14 characters or less. Activate DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service: Once DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service is activated on your account, press the LIST button on the right will display, confirming the service has... easily associate with the room or it as follows: Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Whole-Home" and then "Name Location." 80 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The message on your installation appointment. 3. Select "Continue". We recommend using a name that you can change it 's ...
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... be prevented from deleting programs that were recorded by that an HD DVR. This screen indicates if DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service is authorized, as well as the Playlist sharing settings for all networked HD DVRs. CHAPTER 5 - You can change sharing options at any time. Press... access the Master Bedroom's Playlist. View Status: To view the Whole-Home status for all your Kitchen. Extras 81 5 6 7 8 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 4. Let's say you 'll be prompted...
... be prevented from deleting programs that were recorded by that an HD DVR. This screen indicates if DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service is authorized, as well as the Playlist sharing settings for all networked HD DVRs. CHAPTER 5 - You can change sharing options at any time. Press... access the Master Bedroom's Playlist. View Status: To view the Whole-Home status for all your Kitchen. Extras 81 5 6 7 8 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 4. Let's say you 'll be prompted...
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... record a program you're currently watching or to your DIRECTV® System doubles your recordings on . Tip: Adding a second HD DVR to record a highlighted program in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you 'll still record programs in the Guide, press... the orange REC (record) button. If you're in a room with an HD DVR, and you've authorized DIRECTV® WholeHome DVR service, you 're able ...
... record a program you're currently watching or to your DIRECTV® System doubles your recordings on . Tip: Adding a second HD DVR to record a highlighted program in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you 'll still record programs in the Guide, press... the orange REC (record) button. If you're in a room with an HD DVR, and you've authorized DIRECTV® WholeHome DVR service, you 're able ...
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... at each receiver. If a third location tries to check the status of the DVR control buttons such as PAUSE, FFWD, ADVANCE, etc... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) Recordings can only be asked to confirm the deletion.... recorded show and press SELECT to both recorded and live programs. Parental controls must be set at the same time (the HD DVR the program was recorded on and one other location). while watching your household are combined into a "shared" Playlist. Your parental ...
... at each receiver. If a third location tries to check the status of the DVR control buttons such as PAUSE, FFWD, ADVANCE, etc... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) Recordings can only be asked to confirm the deletion.... recorded show and press SELECT to both recorded and live programs. Parental controls must be set at the same time (the HD DVR the program was recorded on and one other location). while watching your household are combined into a "shared" Playlist. Your parental ...
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...-in off-air tuner. Settings 105 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter However, you can use it. Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you can be used by installers when your system is initially set or change your...preferences or to create or change the names of each receiver location. To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in the Guide. System Setup CHAPTER 6 - Not all HD DVR's have an off -air antenna in Chapter 5. you should not have to use this screen to...
...-in off-air tuner. Settings 105 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter However, you can use it. Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you can be used by installers when your system is initially set or change your...preferences or to create or change the names of each receiver location. To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in the Guide. System Setup CHAPTER 6 - Not all HD DVR's have an off -air antenna in Chapter 5. you should not have to use this screen to...
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...depending upon whether you have Whole-Home DVR service: Professionally Installed Internet Connection Kit: Schedule a professional installation appointment at directv.com/ondemand. If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired: The fastest, ...DVRs) How to Network your HD DVR To use your DIRECTV HD DVR on your home network, you will need: A compatible DIRECTV Receiver, such as the DIRECTV HD DVR (model HR20 or later) or DIRECTV Plus® DVR (model R22) A broadband Internet connection, with a minimum connection speed of 750 kbps or higher (DSL or cable) A network router with Whole-Home DVR...
...depending upon whether you have Whole-Home DVR service: Professionally Installed Internet Connection Kit: Schedule a professional installation appointment at directv.com/ondemand. If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired: The fastest, ...DVRs) How to Network your HD DVR To use your DIRECTV HD DVR on your home network, you will need: A compatible DIRECTV Receiver, such as the DIRECTV HD DVR (model HR20 or later) or DIRECTV Plus® DVR (model R22) A broadband Internet connection, with a minimum connection speed of 750 kbps or higher (DSL or cable) A network router with Whole-Home DVR...
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.... Never connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet. Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you have Whole-Home DVR Service: Professionally Installed Internet Connection Kit Because Whole-Home DVR service uses a network to share programs between your DIRECTV receivers, only a professionally installed Internet Connection Kit can be used to connect to ensure...
.... Never connect an Ethernet cable to the Internet. Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you have Whole-Home DVR Service: Professionally Installed Internet Connection Kit Because Whole-Home DVR service uses a network to share programs between your DIRECTV receivers, only a professionally installed Internet Connection Kit can be used to connect to ensure...
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Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to an unused port on the back of your DIRECTV HD DVR. Direct Connection Ethernet Cable Router DVR Receiver Ethernet cable connects to the Ethernet port on the router Ethernet cable plugs into receiver 158 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR to your router Connect one end of your Ethernet cable to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired Step 1 - Appendix 2: How to the Ethernet port on the back of your router.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to an unused port on the back of your DIRECTV HD DVR. Direct Connection Ethernet Cable Router DVR Receiver Ethernet cable connects to the Ethernet port on the router Ethernet cable plugs into receiver 158 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR to your router Connect one end of your Ethernet cable to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired Step 1 - Appendix 2: How to the Ethernet port on the back of your router.
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..., 67, 68, 70, 73, 93, 122, 157 DIRECTV CINEMAplus - 53, 85 DIRECTV® DoublePlay™ - 77 170 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV™ iPad® App - 78 DIRECTV Mode - 14, 16, 92, 103, 111, 113, 124 DIRECTV Protection Plan - 129-130 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service - 79-83 Disc Space Bar - 66 Display -... 98-99 Dolby Digital - 100 Download - 22, 26, 51, 53, 55, 56, 68, 112, 135, inside back cover DVD burner - 95-96 DVR Control Buttons - 16, 17, 36,...
..., 67, 68, 70, 73, 93, 122, 157 DIRECTV CINEMAplus - 53, 85 DIRECTV® DoublePlay™ - 77 170 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV™ iPad® App - 78 DIRECTV Mode - 14, 16, 92, 103, 111, 113, 124 DIRECTV Protection Plan - 129-130 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service - 79-83 Disc Space Bar - 66 Display -... 98-99 Dolby Digital - 100 Download - 22, 26, 51, 53, 55, 56, 68, 112, 135, inside back cover DVD burner - 95-96 DVR Control Buttons - 16, 17, 36,...
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... Restart - 106 RF Remote - 104 S Satellite Data Acquisition - 112 Satellite Signal Strength - 105 Scheduler - 73 ScoreGuide™ - 88 Search Search for Shows (SD DVRs) - 39-41 Smart Search (HD DVRs) - 32-38 Serial Number - 12 Series - 34, 37, 53, 61, 62, 64, 66, 67, 68 Series Manager - 69 Settings - 92-106 Setup...) - 44 V VCR - 93-96 Video - 29, 94-96 VOD - 33, 37, 39, inside back cover W Warranty - 126-128 Watching and Deleting Recorded Shows - 63 Whole-Home DVR Service - 79-83 Wired Connection - 158-159 Wireless Connection - 160-162 Y YouTube - 33, 36 You Might Like - 34 173
... Restart - 106 RF Remote - 104 S Satellite Data Acquisition - 112 Satellite Signal Strength - 105 Scheduler - 73 ScoreGuide™ - 88 Search Search for Shows (SD DVRs) - 39-41 Smart Search (HD DVRs) - 32-38 Serial Number - 12 Series - 34, 37, 53, 61, 62, 64, 66, 67, 68 Series Manager - 69 Settings - 92-106 Setup...) - 44 V VCR - 93-96 Video - 29, 94-96 VOD - 33, 37, 39, inside back cover W Warranty - 126-128 Watching and Deleting Recorded Shows - 63 Whole-Home DVR Service - 79-83 Wired Connection - 158-159 Wireless Connection - 160-162 Y YouTube - 33, 36 You Might Like - 34 173