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... DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you step by step through...
... DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you step by step through...
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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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Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The wide blade or the third prong are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this apparatus near any ...
Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The wide blade or the third prong are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this apparatus near any ...
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... supply. Blocking the airflow to the unit could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. • If you move your DIRECTV® Receiver between locations at 240VAC, a suitable attachment plug should not be left uncovered to allow it to the power point which must be ...; Don't overload power outlets or extension cords, which can be placed on a carpet or other padded surface. • Always unplug your DIRECTV® Receiver before you want to use only No. 26 AWG or better telecommunications line cord. • CAUTION: Replace remote control batteries with same or...
... supply. Blocking the airflow to the unit could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. • If you move your DIRECTV® Receiver between locations at 240VAC, a suitable attachment plug should not be left uncovered to allow it to the power point which must be ...; Don't overload power outlets or extension cords, which can be placed on a carpet or other padded surface. • Always unplug your DIRECTV® Receiver before you want to use only No. 26 AWG or better telecommunications line cord. • CAUTION: Replace remote control batteries with same or...
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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 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.
Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Model No. * Serial No. 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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...position to control your TV. If the mode switch is not supported by step instructions. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to be in a position that... slide the mode switch to the position that matches the component you need to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If you want to control and then use the POWER button to turn it means the... batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to reprogram the remote for example ...
...position to control your TV. If the mode switch is not supported by step instructions. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to be in a position that... slide the mode switch to the position that matches the component you need to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If you want to control and then use the POWER button to turn it means the... batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to reprogram the remote for example ...
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... TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live or prerecorded television program. 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 the end of 30 seconds. Hold down to continue to the previous or next... tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you 're watching backwards 6 seconds and starts playing from that point. PAUSE / FRAME BY FRAME II Freezes the action of...
... TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live or prerecorded television program. 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 the end of 30 seconds. Hold down to continue to the previous or next... tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you 're watching backwards 6 seconds and starts playing from that point. PAUSE / FRAME BY FRAME II Freezes the action of...
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... on how to Chapter 6, "Settings, System Setup, Display" for ESPN 3D. Channels & Program Info 21 For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Select "3D" and a list of 3D programs, press GUIDE, press the YELLOW... 3D programs will display. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of the guide and also look for HD after the program title in the guide. STZHD...100s series in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses.
... on how to Chapter 6, "Settings, System Setup, Display" for ESPN 3D. Channels & Program Info 21 For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Select "3D" and a list of 3D programs, press GUIDE, press the YELLOW... 3D programs will display. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of the guide and also look for HD after the program title in the guide. STZHD...100s series in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses.
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... 2 - 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. Select "More Info" for detailed program information and other information. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 Channel Banner When...
... 2 - 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. Select "More Info" for detailed program information and other information. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 Channel Banner When...
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DIRECTV sends messages to see your receiver. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to you of software changes and new features that we download to read a ... Five channels 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 When you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. Info Select "Info" to your messages. TVmail...
DIRECTV sends messages to see your receiver. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to you of software changes and new features that we download to read a ... Five channels 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 When you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. Info Select "Info" to your messages. TVmail...
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Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote and select "View Previous Channels". or "Remove..." When you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to add or remove the current channel from : "All Channels", "Channels I Get displays only the channels you subscribe to 5). On Standard-Definition DVRs, ...
Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote and select "View Previous Channels". or "Remove..." When you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to add or remove the current channel from : "All Channels", "Channels I Get displays only the channels you subscribe to 5). On Standard-Definition DVRs, ...
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SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. 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. 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. 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. TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning".
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... "Change Resolution & Format" to change audio to an alternate language, when available. The current settings are shown in this chapter. You can also customize your receiver. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - For more information on your remote and then select "Audio Options". Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Audio/Video Options...
... "Change Resolution & Format" to change audio to an alternate language, when available. The current settings are shown in this chapter. You can also customize your receiver. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - For more information on your remote and then select "Audio Options". Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Audio/Video Options...
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... for inappropriate content. for similar videos, "More From..." These videos are streamed to this feature. You may use Parental Controls to limit access to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to "Play" the ...videos from the user and "Flag Video" to the Info screen. You'll have the option to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your DVR control buttons allow you to the Internet, the last entry in the search results list will be ...
... for inappropriate content. for similar videos, "More From..." These videos are streamed to this feature. You may use Parental Controls to limit access to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to "Play" the ...videos from the user and "Flag Video" to the Info screen. You'll have the option to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your DVR control buttons allow you to the Internet, the last entry in the search results list will be ...
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Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Press MENU on your search (and avoid extra typing). 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". Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your receiver displays your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order.
Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Press MENU on your search (and avoid extra typing). 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". Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your receiver displays your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order.
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... tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be asked to create a passcode. Channels & Program Info 43 He or she will turn the parental controls back on. each invalid passcode...
... tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be asked to create a passcode. Channels & Program Info 43 He or she will turn the parental controls back on. each invalid passcode...
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...-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 passcode. Parental Controls Unlock Now When parental controls are locked,...to switch between tabs. Rating Limits (or Ratings) Set rating limits for removing restrictions temporarily or permanently will appear. 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 ...
...-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 passcode. Parental Controls Unlock Now When parental controls are locked,...to switch between tabs. Rating Limits (or Ratings) Set rating limits for removing restrictions temporarily or permanently will appear. 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 ...
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... adult channels in channel numbers or use "Block All" or "Allow All" to save time. 46 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to block. Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult Ch's" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Channel Blocks Prevent children from viewing pre-selected channels.
... adult channels in channel numbers or use "Block All" or "Allow All" to save time. 46 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to block. Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult Ch's" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Channel Blocks Prevent children from viewing pre-selected channels.
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... 2 - Parental Controls 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your remote. Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on Standard-Definition Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Spending Limits Limit the amount that can set ...
... 2 - Parental Controls 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your remote. Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on Standard-Definition Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Spending Limits Limit the amount that can set ...