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...21 Menu 25 Extras 56 Special Features 63 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 66 Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR 71 DIRECTV™ Mobile Apps 73 CHAPTER 3: SEARCH & BROWSE CHAPTER 6 - TABLE OF CONTENTS DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE Welcome to the DIRECTV Family 3 Safety & Care 6...Shows 43 Playlist 44 Manage Recordings 48 Recording from Your Computer, Phone or Tablet 52 CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES CHAPTER 2 - SETTINGS & HELP Search Features 28 Settings 76 All Movies, On Demand and Pay Per View 30 Parental Controls 85 4 TV Shows and Genie...
...21 Menu 25 Extras 56 Special Features 63 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 66 Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR 71 DIRECTV™ Mobile Apps 73 CHAPTER 3: SEARCH & BROWSE CHAPTER 6 - TABLE OF CONTENTS DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE Welcome to the DIRECTV Family 3 Safety & Care 6...Shows 43 Playlist 44 Manage Recordings 48 Recording from Your Computer, Phone or Tablet 52 CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES CHAPTER 2 - SETTINGS & HELP Search Features 28 Settings 76 All Movies, On Demand and Pay Per View 30 Parental Controls 85 4 TV Shows and Genie...
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... High-Definition 162 Index 168 Icon Reference 174 Troubleshooting Tips 102 Frequently Asked Questions 105 CHAPTER 9: WARRANTY AND OTHER INFO Limited 90-Day Warranty 122 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN 125 FCC Customer Information 126 TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE OF SOFTWARE ("TERMS 129 5 GENIE™ HD DVR Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home...
... High-Definition 162 Index 168 Icon Reference 174 Troubleshooting Tips 102 Frequently Asked Questions 105 CHAPTER 9: WARRANTY AND OTHER INFO Limited 90-Day Warranty 122 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN 125 FCC Customer Information 126 TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE OF SOFTWARE ("TERMS 129 5 GENIE™ HD DVR Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home...
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...menu where you use for hints that show. SHORTCUT BUTTONS You can move back to live TV. As you go to access all of the features available in the bottom-left of any menu screen and return to the previous screen. Press the GUIDE button to go to the program guide...middle of the remote are looking at. You'll see information about that tell you which menu screen you to move through all of the DIRECTV user screens using only the direction ARROW buttons and the SELECT button as appropriate. USING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL NAVIGATION AND DESTINATION BUTTONS YOUR REMOTE CONTROL...
...menu where you use for hints that show. SHORTCUT BUTTONS You can move back to live TV. As you go to access all of the features available in the bottom-left of any menu screen and return to the previous screen. Press the GUIDE button to go to the program guide...middle of the remote are looking at. You'll see information about that tell you which menu screen you to move through all of the DIRECTV user screens using only the direction ARROW buttons and the SELECT button as appropriate. USING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL NAVIGATION AND DESTINATION BUTTONS YOUR REMOTE CONTROL...
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...; HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE PROGRAM GUIDE Change Favorites List: By default, your program guide displays all channels offered by DIRECTV, some of channels you have defined. Even more movies are available using the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT arrows. "Change favorites list" allows... to ) or a custom list of which may not be in your programming package. online miniguide 20 See Chapter 6, "Settings & Help: Favorite Channels" for featured movies, sports or events that channel. Look for the current channel or you subscribe to modify the channels in your custom list. The receiver will...
...; HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE PROGRAM GUIDE Change Favorites List: By default, your program guide displays all channels offered by DIRECTV, some of channels you have defined. Even more movies are available using the UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT arrows. "Change favorites list" allows... to ) or a custom list of which may not be in your programming package. online miniguide 20 See Chapter 6, "Settings & Help: Favorite Channels" for featured movies, sports or events that channel. Look for the current channel or you subscribe to modify the channels in your custom list. The receiver will...
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... "PIP" and choose a position from the options provided. The larger video is only available on your remote. NOTE: The Picture in Picture feature is the active program and can be controlled by your remote. The program you're currently watching moves into a smaller window on the TV ... your remote. While watching one program, press the INFO button on your screen. To switch between programs, press the DOWN ARROW. Select "PIP". DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE CHANNEL BANNER & TV OPTIONS PICTURE IN PICTURE Watch two programs, live or recorded, at the same time.
... "PIP" and choose a position from the options provided. The larger video is only available on your remote. NOTE: The Picture in Picture feature is the active program and can be controlled by your remote. The program you're currently watching moves into a smaller window on the TV ... your remote. While watching one program, press the INFO button on your screen. To switch between programs, press the DOWN ARROW. Select "PIP". DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE CHANNEL BANNER & TV OPTIONS PICTURE IN PICTURE Watch two programs, live or recorded, at the same time.
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...as well as recommended programs based on your remote to My DIRECTV, Search & Browse, Recordings, Extras, and Settings & Help. SEARCH & BROWSE The Search & Browse option lets you access the Playlist and Manage Recordings features. For additional information, see your past viewing history. RECORDINGS... The Recordings option lets you access Smart Search, All Movies, On Demand and TV Shows. CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO MY DIRECTV My DIRECTV gives you quick access to ...
...as well as recommended programs based on your remote to My DIRECTV, Search & Browse, Recordings, Extras, and Settings & Help. SEARCH & BROWSE The Search & Browse option lets you access the Playlist and Manage Recordings features. For additional information, see your past viewing history. RECORDINGS... The Recordings option lets you access Smart Search, All Movies, On Demand and TV Shows. CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO MY DIRECTV My DIRECTV gives you quick access to ...
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SETTINGS & HELP The Settings & Help option lets you access Settings, Parental Controls, Favorite Channels and Help. For detailed information on your setup, it may also include the Caller ID feature. For additional information, see the Chapter 6, "Settings & Help". 26 Depending on each of these topics, see Chapter 5, "Extras & Special Features". DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE MENU EXTRAS Use the Extras option to access Messages, the DIRECTV Active Channel, GSN Game Lounge, TV Apps, Music & Photos, and Showroom.
SETTINGS & HELP The Settings & Help option lets you access Settings, Parental Controls, Favorite Channels and Help. For detailed information on your setup, it may also include the Caller ID feature. For additional information, see the Chapter 6, "Settings & Help". 26 Depending on each of these topics, see Chapter 5, "Extras & Special Features". DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE MENU EXTRAS Use the Extras option to access Messages, the DIRECTV Active Channel, GSN Game Lounge, TV Apps, Music & Photos, and Showroom.
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CHAPTER 3 - SEARCH & BROWSE CHAPTER 3: SEARCH & BROWSE Search Features 28 Smart Search 28 YouTube Search 29 All Movies, On Demand and Pay Per View 30 All Movies 30 On Demand 31 Recording From "All Movies" or "On Demand 32 Pay Per View Events 35 TV Shows and Genie™ Recommends 36 TV Shows 36 New Genie Recommends Feature 36 27
CHAPTER 3 - SEARCH & BROWSE CHAPTER 3: SEARCH & BROWSE Search Features 28 Smart Search 28 YouTube Search 29 All Movies, On Demand and Pay Per View 30 All Movies 30 On Demand 31 Recording From "All Movies" or "On Demand 32 Pay Per View Events 35 TV Shows and Genie™ Recommends 36 TV Shows 36 New Genie Recommends Feature 36 27
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... recommendations on your remote to your results faster. Search finds all matching programs within the DIRECTV movie library. A Keyword Search allows you 're looking for more information and recording options. DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE SEARCH FEATURES SMART SEARCH To search for programs, press MENU on your remote. As many as...
... recommendations on your remote to your results faster. Search finds all matching programs within the DIRECTV movie library. A Keyword Search allows you 're looking for more information and recording options. DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE SEARCH FEATURES SMART SEARCH To search for programs, press MENU on your remote. As many as...
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... of the results list. SEARCH & BROWSE Select the item labeled "YouTube". 4. YOUTUBE SEARCH If your DIRECTV HD DVR is displayed at directv.com/ getconnected.) If you're already connected, follow these simple steps: 1. The YouTube search is connected... to the Internet, you can search for a description of the screen. Otherwise, highlight the title and press INFO for and watch YouTube content on the right side of the video and other options. SEARCH FEATURES...
... of the results list. SEARCH & BROWSE Select the item labeled "YouTube". 4. YOUTUBE SEARCH If your DIRECTV HD DVR is displayed at directv.com/ getconnected.) If you're already connected, follow these simple steps: 1. The YouTube search is connected... to the Internet, you can search for a description of the screen. Otherwise, highlight the title and press INFO for and watch YouTube content on the right side of the video and other options. SEARCH FEATURES...
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... Shows to find programs you to watch now, based on your tastes and what 's available to enjoy the benefits of DIRECTV's Genie Recommends feature.* NEW GENIE RECOMMENDS FEATURE Accessible via the My DIRECTV screen, or select "Search & Browse", then "TV Shows", then "'Genie Settings". 36 TV SHOWS TV Shows is... you tune in late To start using Genie Recommends, press MENU, and either access it via My DIRECTV, and "TV Shows" in the "Search & Browse" screen, the Genie Recommends feature enhances your viewing experience by giving you full control over how, what and when you watch†: Suggests...
... Shows to find programs you to watch now, based on your tastes and what 's available to enjoy the benefits of DIRECTV's Genie Recommends feature.* NEW GENIE RECOMMENDS FEATURE Accessible via the My DIRECTV screen, or select "Search & Browse", then "TV Shows", then "'Genie Settings". 36 TV SHOWS TV Shows is... you tune in late To start using Genie Recommends, press MENU, and either access it via My DIRECTV, and "TV Shows" in the "Search & Browse" screen, the Genie Recommends feature enhances your viewing experience by giving you full control over how, what and when you watch†: Suggests...
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SEARCH & BROWSE TV SHOWS AND GENIE™ RECOMMENDS *NOTE: TV Shows and the Genie Recommends feature are only available on the Genie (Adv Whole Home) HD DVR (model HR34, HR44 and above) and Genie Clients (model C31 and above). †NOTE: The DIRECTV start-from-the beginning feature can only be used if the tuner was pre-set to your show's channel, or someone else in a Genie-networked household was watching the show from the start. 37 CHAPTER 3 -
SEARCH & BROWSE TV SHOWS AND GENIE™ RECOMMENDS *NOTE: TV Shows and the Genie Recommends feature are only available on the Genie (Adv Whole Home) HD DVR (model HR34, HR44 and above) and Genie Clients (model C31 and above). †NOTE: The DIRECTV start-from-the beginning feature can only be used if the tuner was pre-set to your show's channel, or someone else in a Genie-networked household was watching the show from the start. 37 CHAPTER 3 -
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...DO LIST The To Do List displays recordings your recordings are properly scheduled or to delete future scheduled recordings you no longer want to record. DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE MANAGE RECORDINGS Once you have scheduled recordings, you can use this screen to make sure your DVR is ... at the top and the furthest in the future at the bottom. Icons next to download over the Internet are described on the remote. These features are shown in the Playlist, not the To Do List. A confirmation message will appear before you want to delete and press the RED button ...
...DO LIST The To Do List displays recordings your recordings are properly scheduled or to delete future scheduled recordings you no longer want to record. DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE MANAGE RECORDINGS Once you have scheduled recordings, you can use this screen to make sure your DVR is ... at the top and the furthest in the future at the bottom. Icons next to download over the Internet are described on the remote. These features are shown in the Playlist, not the To Do List. A confirmation message will appear before you want to delete and press the RED button ...
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...and end time extensions to have your home. You can also learn all about DIRECTV Everywhere, the mobile app that brings the DIRECTV viewing Chapter 5, "Extras & Special Features: DIRECTV Mobile Apps". 53 CHAPTER 4 - Features: Search for iPhone, Android, Palm, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7), no need ...to your home DVR. Order DIRECTV CINEMA™ right on your tablet or phone (...
...and end time extensions to have your home. You can also learn all about DIRECTV Everywhere, the mobile app that brings the DIRECTV viewing Chapter 5, "Extras & Special Features: DIRECTV Mobile Apps". 53 CHAPTER 4 - Features: Search for iPhone, Android, Palm, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7), no need ...to your home DVR. Order DIRECTV CINEMA™ right on your tablet or phone (...
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CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES Extras 56 Messages 56 DIRECTV Active Channel 56 GSN Game Lounge 57 Music & Photos 58 Caller ID 60 Showroom 61 Pandora 61 YouTube 62 Special Features 63 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 63 GameSearch 64 QuickTune 64 ScoreGuide 65 TV Apps 65 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 66 Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR 71 DIRECTV™ Mobile Apps 73 For Smartphones & Tablets 73 DIRECTV Everywhere 74 55
CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES Extras 56 Messages 56 DIRECTV Active Channel 56 GSN Game Lounge 57 Music & Photos 58 Caller ID 60 Showroom 61 Pandora 61 YouTube 62 Special Features 63 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 63 GameSearch 64 QuickTune 64 ScoreGuide 65 TV Apps 65 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 66 Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR 71 DIRECTV™ Mobile Apps 73 For Smartphones & Tablets 73 DIRECTV Everywhere 74 55
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..., the GSN Game Lounge, and a quick list of the most popular shows on demand, press ACTIVE and select the "Weather" option. DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE DIRECTV ACTIVE CHANNEL Press MENU, then select "Extras", then "Active" to enter your setup, it may also include the Caller ID... feature. EXTRAS Use the Extras option to five cities by DIRECTV sends you will 56 have to access the DIRECTV Active channel, or simply press the ACTIVE key on your local ZIP code. The first time...
..., the GSN Game Lounge, and a quick list of the most popular shows on demand, press ACTIVE and select the "Weather" option. DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE DIRECTV ACTIVE CHANNEL Press MENU, then select "Extras", then "Active" to enter your setup, it may also include the Caller ID... feature. EXTRAS Use the Extras option to five cities by DIRECTV sends you will 56 have to access the DIRECTV Active channel, or simply press the ACTIVE key on your local ZIP code. The first time...
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...your remote. There are free as well as subscription-only games to load. To exit the DIRECTV Active channel, just enter a channel number or press the CHAN UP/DOWN key. EXTRAS 57 CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES If you become a top scoring player, you can play . NOTE: Because it is ...an interactive channel, the DIRECTV Active screen may take a few moments to play onscreen using only your name on the leader board...
...your remote. There are free as well as subscription-only games to load. To exit the DIRECTV Active channel, just enter a channel number or press the CHAN UP/DOWN key. EXTRAS 57 CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES If you become a top scoring player, you can play . NOTE: Because it is ...an interactive channel, the DIRECTV Active screen may take a few moments to play onscreen using only your name on the leader board...
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... STOP button while in photo control mode stops the display of photos and displays the video from the current channel is then heard. EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES The DVR controls on your music and photos. EXTRAS 59 CHAPTER 5 - Select "Photos" to go to see several photos at once. Select "Browse" to the...
... STOP button while in photo control mode stops the display of photos and displays the video from the current channel is then heard. EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES The DVR controls on your music and photos. EXTRAS 59 CHAPTER 5 - Select "Photos" to go to see several photos at once. Select "Browse" to the...
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...remote to change programs. To exit Pandora and go back to the Internet and you DIRECTV content such as instructional videos, behind-the-scenes clips and video extras, information about DIRECTV sports subscriptions, special offers, trailers and more. To listen to Pandora while watching a... program: While listening to Pandora, press EXIT on your music. EXTRAS 61 CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES SHOWROOM Showroom offers you must have a ...
...remote to change programs. To exit Pandora and go back to the Internet and you DIRECTV content such as instructional videos, behind-the-scenes clips and video extras, information about DIRECTV sports subscriptions, special offers, trailers and more. To listen to Pandora while watching a... program: While listening to Pandora, press EXIT on your music. EXTRAS 61 CHAPTER 5 - EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES SHOWROOM Showroom offers you must have a ...
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... watching one program, press the DOWN arrow on at the same time without going through a menu. DIRECTV® DOUBLEPLAY™ With DoublePlay, you pause or rewind a program. Watching Program 2 SPECIAL FEATURES Program 2 Program 1 Press DOWN button on remote Program 1 PPrrooggrraamm 22 63 CHAPTER 5 - A ...message displays confirming DoublePlay has started. 2. Your DIRECTV HD DVR supports these special features that can pause, rewind, fast forward, slow-mo or instant replay both. DoublePlay expires after two hours of ...
... watching one program, press the DOWN arrow on at the same time without going through a menu. DIRECTV® DOUBLEPLAY™ With DoublePlay, you pause or rewind a program. Watching Program 2 SPECIAL FEATURES Program 2 Program 1 Press DOWN button on remote Program 1 PPrrooggrraamm 22 63 CHAPTER 5 - A ...message displays confirming DoublePlay has started. 2. Your DIRECTV HD DVR supports these special features that can pause, rewind, fast forward, slow-mo or instant replay both. DoublePlay expires after two hours of ...