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... music and a great selection of the biggest box office movies from pushing the POWER button to the DIRECTV® HD DVR and the Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR and Clients. You can also visit www.directv.com to manage your favorite programs. This user guide applies to searching for keyword "manuals". For information...
... music and a great selection of the biggest box office movies from pushing the POWER button to the DIRECTV® HD DVR and the Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR and Clients. You can also visit www.directv.com to manage your favorite programs. This user guide applies to searching for keyword "manuals". For information...
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... & TV Options 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 Product Information 8 CHAPTER 1: USING YOUR REMOTE... Tablet 52 CHAPTER 5 - SETTINGS & HELP Search Features 28 Settings 76 All Movies, On Demand and Pay Per View 30 Parental Controls 85 4 TV Shows and Genie™ Recommends 36
... & TV Options 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 Product Information 8 CHAPTER 1: USING YOUR REMOTE... Tablet 52 CHAPTER 5 - SETTINGS & HELP Search Features 28 Settings 76 All Movies, On Demand and Pay Per View 30 Parental Controls 85 4 TV Shows and Genie™ Recommends 36
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GENIE™ HD DVR Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR 94 Special features 98 Back Panel Example 99 CHAPTER 8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & FAQS APPENDICES Appendix 1: Setup and Activation 140 Appendix 2: Connections to TV & Equipment 141 Appendix 3: Receiver Front and Back Panels 151 Appendix 4: How to Network Your HD... DVR 155 Appendix 5: About 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 ...
GENIE™ HD DVR Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR 94 Special features 98 Back Panel Example 99 CHAPTER 8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & FAQS APPENDICES Appendix 1: Setup and Activation 140 Appendix 2: Connections to TV & Equipment 141 Appendix 3: Receiver Front and Back Panels 151 Appendix 4: How to Network Your HD... DVR 155 Appendix 5: About 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 ...
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DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE TV SHOWS AND GENIE™ RECOMMENDS To discover the TV Shows screen, and see what's available to watch now, based on your tastes and what and when you watch... to find programs you can watch instantly, as well as to series recording Can 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 's popular Lets...
DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE TV SHOWS AND GENIE™ RECOMMENDS To discover the TV Shows screen, and see what's available to watch now, based on your tastes and what and when you watch... to find programs you can watch instantly, as well as to series recording Can 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 's popular Lets...
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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 - 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
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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 EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES CHAPTER 5 - 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 EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES CHAPTER 5 - CHAPTER 5 -
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... other devices, giving you watch the content of the HR44, HR34 and above. 2. EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES GENIE™ (ADV WHOLE-HOME) HD DVR Genie (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR is connected to an HDTV in your Genie HD DVR is the most comprehensive, flexible and cost effective HD DVR experience from DIRECTV. You can stream content and features to...
... other devices, giving you watch the content of the HR44, HR34 and above. 2. EXTRAS & SPECIAL FEATURES GENIE™ (ADV WHOLE-HOME) HD DVR Genie (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR is connected to an HDTV in your Genie HD DVR is the most comprehensive, flexible and cost effective HD DVR experience from DIRECTV. You can stream content and features to...
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However, you will work with any other DIRECTV HD DVRs, HD Receivers and Clients that are connected to the Genie from any connected HD DVR (You can only schedule recordings for that 's on your Genie DVR from any configuration, your Genie HD DVR offers the following features in addition to those of a DIRECTV HD DVR: Record up to 5 programs simultaneously Store...
However, you will work with any other DIRECTV HD DVRs, HD Receivers and Clients that are connected to the Genie from any connected HD DVR (You can only schedule recordings for that 's on your Genie DVR from any configuration, your Genie HD DVR offers the following features in addition to those of a DIRECTV HD DVR: Record up to 5 programs simultaneously Store...
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WHOLE-HOME If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service or Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR and Clients, you can use the Whole-Home settings to set or change the names of the receiver. POWER SAVING Some DIRECTV Receivers are Energy Star certified, meaning they...This option does not affect your Playlist Sharing preferences, or to factory defaults, or reset everything. To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in Chapter 5 or "Genie HD DVR" in Chapter 7, respectively. SETTINGS 83 CHAPTER 6 - SETTINGS & HELP "Restart Receiver" is no activity on the front...
WHOLE-HOME If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service or Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR and Clients, you can use the Whole-Home settings to set or change the names of the receiver. POWER SAVING Some DIRECTV Receivers are Energy Star certified, meaning they...This option does not affect your Playlist Sharing preferences, or to factory defaults, or reset everything. To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in Chapter 5 or "Genie HD DVR" in Chapter 7, respectively. SETTINGS 83 CHAPTER 6 - SETTINGS & HELP "Restart Receiver" is no activity on the front...
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GENIE™ HD DVR CHAPTER 7 - CHAPTER 7 - GENIE™ HD DVR Genie (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR 94 Key Genie HD DVR Features 94 Key Genie Client Features 95 Share Programs Between Rooms 95 Genie as a Media Server 96 Connecting Clients 97 Special Features 98 Picture in Picture 98 Back Panel Example 99 93
GENIE™ HD DVR CHAPTER 7 - CHAPTER 7 - GENIE™ HD DVR Genie (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR 94 Key Genie HD DVR Features 94 Key Genie Client Features 95 Share Programs Between Rooms 95 Genie as a Media Server 96 Connecting Clients 97 Special Features 98 Picture in Picture 98 Back Panel Example 99 93
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KEY GENIE HD DVR FEATURES Record up to four different rooms at the same time with Genie Clients (C31 and above ), together with Picture In Picture.* *NOTE: This feature is the most comprehensive and flexible DVR experience from DIRECTV. The Genie (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR (models HR44, HR34 and above ) or RVU-enabled TVs, can serve your...
KEY GENIE HD DVR FEATURES Record up to four different rooms at the same time with Genie Clients (C31 and above ), together with Picture In Picture.* *NOTE: This feature is the most comprehensive and flexible DVR experience from DIRECTV. The Genie (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR (models HR44, HR34 and above ) or RVU-enabled TVs, can serve your...
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... - KEY GENIE CLIENT FEATURES GENIE™ (ADV WHOLE-HOME) HD DVR Watch and manage recorded programming from any other DIRECTV HD DVRs, HD Receivers and Clients that are compatible with Adv Whole-Home and WholeHome service, so you can be able to record content to your Genie HD DVR, without adding a full-featured DIRECTV Receiver.) *NOTE: The Genie receiver will...
... - KEY GENIE CLIENT FEATURES GENIE™ (ADV WHOLE-HOME) HD DVR Watch and manage recorded programming from any other DIRECTV HD DVRs, HD Receivers and Clients that are compatible with Adv Whole-Home and WholeHome service, so you can be able to record content to your Genie HD DVR, without adding a full-featured DIRECTV Receiver.) *NOTE: The Genie receiver will...
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DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE GENIE™ (ADV WHOLE-HOME) HD DVR GENIE AS A MEDIA SERVER You can use GENIE HD DVR as a media server. Watching a recorded program does not require a tuner. For example, if two rooms are available for more information on your remote, then resume watching in another. See your DIRECTV Genie network. You will need...
DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE GENIE™ (ADV WHOLE-HOME) HD DVR GENIE AS A MEDIA SERVER You can use GENIE HD DVR as a media server. Watching a recorded program does not require a tuner. For example, if two rooms are available for more information on your remote, then resume watching in another. See your DIRECTV Genie network. You will need...
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...copying settings from another Client: (The settings from a server or Client to eight Clients per Genie HD DVR; The following settings are copied from any Client can also be set up to another location or accepting the DIRECTV defaults. To begin, connect, plug in and turn on the "Add a Client" screen,... and do not exit the screen! On your Genie HD DVR must be copied to enter a PIN. Select the appropriate option and ...
...copying settings from another Client: (The settings from a server or Client to eight Clients per Genie HD DVR; The following settings are copied from any Client can also be set up to another location or accepting the DIRECTV defaults. To begin, connect, plug in and turn on the "Add a Client" screen,... and do not exit the screen! On your Genie HD DVR must be copied to enter a PIN. Select the appropriate option and ...
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The larger video is connected directly to the Genie (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR (models HR44, HR34 and above). 98 Select "PIP" and choose a position from the options provided. While watching one program, press the INFO button on your remote. To ... TV that is the active program and can be controlled by your screen. NOTE: Picture in Picture is only available on your remote. Select "PIP". DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE SPECIAL FEATURES PICTURE IN PICTURE Watch two programs, live or recorded, at the same time.
The larger video is connected directly to the Genie (Adv Whole-Home) HD DVR (models HR44, HR34 and above). 98 Select "PIP" and choose a position from the options provided. While watching one program, press the INFO button on your remote. To ... TV that is the active program and can be controlled by your screen. NOTE: Picture in Picture is only available on your remote. Select "PIP". DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE SPECIAL FEATURES PICTURE IN PICTURE Watch two programs, live or recorded, at the same time.
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... Component Video and RCA audio. NETWORK SWM ONLY - Use this combination digital video and audio connector for sound. 6. An A/V Out cable for HD TV. 4. GENIE™ HD DVR DIRECTV Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) (HR44, HR34 and above) Your equipment may cause electric shock, fire, bodily injury and/or property damage. A/V OUT - A combined 10-pin output...
... Component Video and RCA audio. NETWORK SWM ONLY - Use this combination digital video and audio connector for sound. 6. An A/V Out cable for HD TV. 4. GENIE™ HD DVR DIRECTV Genie™ (Adv Whole-Home) (HR44, HR34 and above) Your equipment may cause electric shock, fire, bodily injury and/or property damage. A/V OUT - A combined 10-pin output...
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... model illustrated.) REAUTHORIZE YOUR RECEIVER If your program guide data. Running the System Test (at the end of the DIRECTV® HD DVR. If the problems persist, try resetting the Genie HD Receiver. DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS RESET YOUR RECEIVER Many problems can also help you diagnose and solve many common...
... model illustrated.) REAUTHORIZE YOUR RECEIVER If your program guide data. Running the System Test (at the end of the DIRECTV® HD DVR. If the problems persist, try resetting the Genie HD Receiver. DIRECTV® HD DVR RECEIVER USER GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS RESET YOUR RECEIVER Many problems can also help you diagnose and solve many common...
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Back Panel Examples 1 23 APPENDIX 3: RECEIVER FRONT AND BACK PANELS 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 DIRECTV HD DVR 1 4 14 9 5 6 8 10 12 13 APPENDICES GENIE™ HD DVR 4 3 11 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 153
Back Panel Examples 1 23 APPENDIX 3: RECEIVER FRONT AND BACK PANELS 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 DIRECTV HD DVR 1 4 14 9 5 6 8 10 12 13 APPENDICES GENIE™ HD DVR 4 3 11 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 153
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...to the Internet via WiFi, you can be easiest method if you already connect to your DIRECTV HD DVR. If you have Whole-Home or Genie HD DVR service: Professionally Installed DIRECTV CINEMA Connection Kit: Schedule a professional installation appointment at 1.800.531.5000. 155 APPENDICES ...Home DVR or Genie HD DVR service: Wired: The fastest, most current options and instructions to connect your receiver to a network vary depending on your home network, you will need: A compatible DIRECTV Receiver, such as the DIRECTV HD DVR (models HR44, HR34, HR20 or later) or DIRECTV Plus®...
...to the Internet via WiFi, you can be easiest method if you already connect to your DIRECTV HD DVR. If you have Whole-Home or Genie HD DVR service: Professionally Installed DIRECTV CINEMA Connection Kit: Schedule a professional installation appointment at 1.800.531.5000. 155 APPENDICES ...Home DVR or Genie HD DVR service: Wired: The fastest, most current options and instructions to connect your receiver to a network vary depending on your home network, you will need: A compatible DIRECTV Receiver, such as the DIRECTV HD DVR (models HR44, HR34, HR20 or later) or DIRECTV Plus®...
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... Mobile Apps - 39, 52, 53, 55, 73, 74 GameSearch - 64 Internet Connection - 74, 141 Model Number - 122, 126 Genie Clients - 37, 71, 94, 95, 97, 99 Internet radio - 61 Mode Switch - 10, 12, 81, 104, 107, 109, Genie HD DVR - 71, 72, 94, 95, 97, 155 In Theaters - 30, 34, 35 140, 176... Genie Recommends - 27, 36, 37 GSN Game Lounge - 26, 56, 57 J Movies - 16, 19, 20, 25, 27, 30, 31, 32...
... Mobile Apps - 39, 52, 53, 55, 73, 74 GameSearch - 64 Internet Connection - 74, 141 Model Number - 122, 126 Genie Clients - 37, 71, 94, 95, 97, 99 Internet radio - 61 Mode Switch - 10, 12, 81, 104, 107, 109, Genie HD DVR - 71, 72, 94, 95, 97, 155 In Theaters - 30, 34, 35 140, 176... Genie Recommends - 27, 36, 37 GSN Game Lounge - 26, 56, 57 J Movies - 16, 19, 20, 25, 27, 30, 31, 32...