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DIRECTV PLUS® DVR Meet the future of entertainment and information options. ... Parental locks/controls access favorite scenes in record, manual record advance. The DIRECTV Plus® DVR delivers access to 100 hours of 100% digital quality DIRECTV® programming - Pause and rewind live TV for access • Watch ...; On-Screen Caller ID†† • S-Video, Composite, your on a (RF remote available from DIRECTV) moment's notice. to DIRECTV programming • 14-day Advanced Program Guide® • Pause and rewind live television. Record two shows...
DIRECTV PLUS® DVR Meet the future of entertainment and information options. ... Parental locks/controls access favorite scenes in record, manual record advance. The DIRECTV Plus® DVR delivers access to 100 hours of 100% digital quality DIRECTV® programming - Pause and rewind live TV for access • Watch ...; On-Screen Caller ID†† • S-Video, Composite, your on a (RF remote available from DIRECTV) moment's notice. to DIRECTV programming • 14-day Advanced Program Guide® • Pause and rewind live television. Record two shows...
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even if the day or time changes. GENERAL Product Model Brand Name Warranty Receiver Width Height Depth Weight Carton Tuners Width Height Depth Weight Satellite R16 DIRECTV DIRECTV Plus® DVR Limited 90 day (See User's Guide) 15" (max.) 2.75" (max.) 11" (max.) 7.4 lbs. 19.95" 5.75" 11.95... identification service from your TV with up to 100 hours of SD* • Dual satellite tuners • 14-day Advanced Program Guide® DIRECTV DVR service required. • Find by title, person, keyword or channel • Favorite channels list • Caller ID†† • ...
even if the day or time changes. GENERAL Product Model Brand Name Warranty Receiver Width Height Depth Weight Carton Tuners Width Height Depth Weight Satellite R16 DIRECTV DIRECTV Plus® DVR Limited 90 day (See User's Guide) 15" (max.) 2.75" (max.) 11" (max.) 7.4 lbs. 19.95" 5.75" 11.95... identification service from your TV with up to 100 hours of SD* • Dual satellite tuners • 14-day Advanced Program Guide® DIRECTV DVR service required. • Find by title, person, keyword or channel • Favorite channels list • Caller ID†† • ...
User Guide
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...personnel. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The DIRECTV Receiver should be placed on the receiver, and do not place vases or other . Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Plus DVR has been designed and manufactured to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock... is present within this product is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your outlet, consult an electrician for your DIRECTV Receiver near water. 6) Clean only with the apparatus. WARNING To reduce the risk of the polarized or grounding-type plug. The apparatus...
...personnel. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The DIRECTV Receiver should be placed on the receiver, and do not place vases or other . Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Plus DVR has been designed and manufactured to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock... is present within this product is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your outlet, consult an electrician for your DIRECTV Receiver near water. 6) Clean only with the apparatus. WARNING To reduce the risk of the polarized or grounding-type plug. The apparatus...
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...unit or at different temperatures, allow proper airflow to use only the type of power source indicated on top of a DIRECTV Plus DVR into a surge protector "hot component" such as possible. • Never insert objects of fire or shock. Changes or modi... also void your power supply. your warranty. Attempted self-repair may expose dangerous voltage or other components. Note to disconnect the the DIRECTV Receiver from power surges by inserting all the components before continuing For your information: The identification sticker can cause shock when...
...unit or at different temperatures, allow proper airflow to use only the type of power source indicated on top of a DIRECTV Plus DVR into a surge protector "hot component" such as possible. • Never insert objects of fire or shock. Changes or modi... also void your power supply. your warranty. Attempted self-repair may expose dangerous voltage or other components. Note to disconnect the the DIRECTV Receiver from power surges by inserting all the components before continuing For your information: The identification sticker can cause shock when...
User Guide
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Contents iv Getting Started Welcome ...2 About Your DIRECTV Plus DVR...2 Making the Right Connections...3 Getting Familiar ...4 What's On Watching TV ...11 The Guide ...17 The Mini Guide...19 Recording Programs...20 Pay Per View...23 The Playlist ...24 The Menu Using the Menu...28 Settings ...28 Audio Options...30 Category Sort ...32 Pay Per View...32 Search ...33 Favorites ...34 Caller ID & Messages ...35 Parental Controls ...36 Menu Features for Recording...40
Contents iv Getting Started Welcome ...2 About Your DIRECTV Plus DVR...2 Making the Right Connections...3 Getting Familiar ...4 What's On Watching TV ...11 The Guide ...17 The Mini Guide...19 Recording Programs...20 Pay Per View...23 The Playlist ...24 The Menu Using the Menu...28 Settings ...28 Audio Options...30 Category Sort ...32 Pay Per View...32 Search ...33 Favorites ...34 Caller ID & Messages ...35 Parental Controls ...36 Menu Features for Recording...40
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Installation Hardware Reference...60 Choose Your Setup ...62 Guided Setup & Activation ...70 Programming Your Remote Control ...72 Index 75 v DIRECTV Plus® DVR - User Guide Other Information Troubleshooting ...42 Limited 90-Day Warranty...50 Product Info ...53 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN...54 FCC Customer Information ...56 Appendix A -
Installation Hardware Reference...60 Choose Your Setup ...62 Guided Setup & Activation ...70 Programming Your Remote Control ...72 Index 75 v DIRECTV Plus® DVR - User Guide Other Information Troubleshooting ...42 Limited 90-Day Warranty...50 Product Info ...53 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN...54 FCC Customer Information ...56 Appendix A -
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Getting Started Welcome 2 About Your DIRECTV Plus DVR 2 Making the Right Connections 3 Getting Familiar 4
Getting Started Welcome 2 About Your DIRECTV Plus DVR 2 Making the Right Connections 3 Getting Familiar 4
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...features. • *Actual recording capacity varies based on live sports, concerts and specials. Important • You must subscribe to DIRECTV DVR service in order to be simple and user-friendly. You'll find that most features are exclusive sports subscriptions for and ... of programming being recorded. • **For full functionality, DIRECTV Plus DVR requires connection of -akind sports and events... About Your DIRECTV Plus DVR The DIRECTV Plus® DVR lets you can even record two shows at directv.com. You can expect more than ever before, with access...
...features. • *Actual recording capacity varies based on live sports, concerts and specials. Important • You must subscribe to DIRECTV DVR service in order to be simple and user-friendly. You'll find that most features are exclusive sports subscriptions for and ... of programming being recorded. • **For full functionality, DIRECTV Plus DVR requires connection of -akind sports and events... About Your DIRECTV Plus DVR The DIRECTV Plus® DVR lets you can even record two shows at directv.com. You can expect more than ever before, with access...
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... manual that came with your receiver(s) will be sure to the satellite signals, and RG-6 coaxial cables must be run into the room(s) where your DIRECTV Plus DVR: A/V cables (RCA type) Access card S-Video cable User Guide Phone cord Remote Control & batteries Power cord 3 Package Contents The following few pages to connect...
... manual that came with your receiver(s) will be sure to the satellite signals, and RG-6 coaxial cables must be run into the room(s) where your DIRECTV Plus DVR: A/V cables (RCA type) Access card S-Video cable User Guide Phone cord Remote Control & batteries Power cord 3 Package Contents The following few pages to connect...
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...up the Menu to access settings and services. 6) RECORD - Brings up commands from the remote control. 4) GUIDE - Turns your DIRECTV Plus DVR on or off. Your DIRECTV Plus DVR still records and receives messages when powered off. 3) REMOTE SENSOR - Move the onscreen highlight up, down, left or right. 4...in the Guide sets one-touch record for highlighted program. 7) ARROWS - In live TV, records current program; Getting Started Getting Familiar DIRECTV Plus DVR Front Panel 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 POWER GUIDE MENU REC SELECT ACTIVE INFO 1 11 1) DOOR PANEL, USB PORT -
...up the Menu to access settings and services. 6) RECORD - Brings up commands from the remote control. 4) GUIDE - Turns your DIRECTV Plus DVR on or off. Your DIRECTV Plus DVR still records and receives messages when powered off. 3) REMOTE SENSOR - Move the onscreen highlight up, down, left or right. 4...in the Guide sets one-touch record for highlighted program. 7) ARROWS - In live TV, records current program; Getting Started Getting Familiar DIRECTV Plus DVR Front Panel 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 POWER GUIDE MENU REC SELECT ACTIVE INFO 1 11 1) DOOR PANEL, USB PORT -
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Displays the DIRECTV Active™ Channel-local weather and more! 10) INFO - Displays channel banner or info to a highlighted program or channel cell. 11) DOOR PANEL - SELECT ACTIVE INFO 5 User Guide 8) SELECT - The access card slot and RESET key are located behind the door panel. Insert your DIRECTV Access Card Locate the access card that came packed with your DIRECTV Plus DVR materials and insert the card, facing upward, fully into the slot. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Selects the item highlighted. 9) ACTIVE -
Displays the DIRECTV Active™ Channel-local weather and more! 10) INFO - Displays channel banner or info to a highlighted program or channel cell. 11) DOOR PANEL - SELECT ACTIVE INFO 5 User Guide 8) SELECT - The access card slot and RESET key are located behind the door panel. Insert your DIRECTV Access Card Locate the access card that came packed with your DIRECTV Plus DVR materials and insert the card, facing upward, fully into the slot. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Selects the item highlighted. 9) ACTIVE -
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...or 4) when the receiver is connected to get the full range of DIRECTV Plus DVR features. 2) OFF-AIR IN - Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to your DIRECTV Plus DVR. 3) OUT TO TV - For future use. 6 Connects the DIRECTV Plus DVR to your TV or VCR using this jack, then connect the OUT... TO TV to the DIRECTV Plus DVR using RF coaxial cable. To watch from the DIRECTV Plus DVR's OUT TO TV. 5) USB ...
...or 4) when the receiver is connected to get the full range of DIRECTV Plus DVR features. 2) OFF-AIR IN - Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to your DIRECTV Plus DVR. 3) OUT TO TV - For future use. 6 Connects the DIRECTV Plus DVR to your TV or VCR using this jack, then connect the OUT... TO TV to the DIRECTV Plus DVR using RF coaxial cable. To watch from the DIRECTV Plus DVR's OUT TO TV. 5) USB ...
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...- You can connect a second set of audio cables to another component, such as a VCR. Connects the DIRECTV Plus DVR to an electrical outlet. We recommend you use it along with your DIRECTV Plus DVR. 11) AC POWER INLET - Provides the best digital-quality audio signal. 7) S-VIDEO - We require ...8) VIDEO (Yellow) - User Guide 6) DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL - If your TV has an S-Video jack, use a surge protector to your DIRECTV Plus DVR from power spikes. 7 Audio cables offer better sound quality than VIDEO RCA-type or RF coaxial cable jacks. Provides the best picture quality...
...- You can connect a second set of audio cables to another component, such as a VCR. Connects the DIRECTV Plus DVR to an electrical outlet. We recommend you use it along with your DIRECTV Plus DVR. 11) AC POWER INLET - Provides the best digital-quality audio signal. 7) S-VIDEO - We require ...8) VIDEO (Yellow) - User Guide 6) DIGITAL AUDIO OPTICAL - If your TV has an S-Video jack, use a surge protector to your DIRECTV Plus DVR from power spikes. 7 Audio cables offer better sound quality than VIDEO RCA-type or RF coaxial cable jacks. Provides the best picture quality...
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... those channels in its numbers on page 17. The black keys on the left (under the DIRECTV logo), press TV POWER ON. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - DIRECTV Active™ Channel The DIRECTV Active™ Channel provides a variety of your remote (the channel will appear in your chosen... DIRECTV® programming package. TIP Use the Channel Lineup (included in a few seconds, or press ENTER after ...
... those channels in its numbers on page 17. The black keys on the left (under the DIRECTV logo), press TV POWER ON. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - DIRECTV Active™ Channel The DIRECTV Active™ Channel provides a variety of your remote (the channel will appear in your chosen... DIRECTV® programming package. TIP Use the Channel Lineup (included in a few seconds, or press ENTER after ...
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... watching when you want to save the program. R program that is currently airing to identify the current state (e.g., playing, paused, fast forward, etc.). What's On DIRECTV Plus® DVR Features in slow motion. Pressing and holding PLAY shows the program in Live TV Live Buffer: The... DIRECTV Plus® DVR saves programs to the hard drive instantly and continuously, while you are in the window to watch . If you haven't changed channels since the program ...
... watching when you want to save the program. R program that is currently airing to identify the current state (e.g., playing, paused, fast forward, etc.). What's On DIRECTV Plus® DVR Features in slow motion. Pressing and holding PLAY shows the program in Live TV Live Buffer: The... DIRECTV Plus® DVR saves programs to the hard drive instantly and continuously, while you are in the window to watch . If you haven't changed channels since the program ...
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... if you 're watching a recorded program R stops playback and displays the My Playlist tab on the Playlist screen. For screens with live TV. User Guide DIRECTV Plus DVR Features in a program you'd like to jump to move back, or via the Menu. (See Chapter 4) Control Bar End Time or Program Duration Start... for new programs. For recorded programs, the control bar shows the program duration instead of a program is orange for recorded programs, green for live TV. DIRECTV Plus® DVR -
... if you 're watching a recorded program R stops playback and displays the My Playlist tab on the Playlist screen. For screens with live TV. User Guide DIRECTV Plus DVR Features in a program you'd like to jump to move back, or via the Menu. (See Chapter 4) Control Bar End Time or Program Duration Start... for new programs. For recorded programs, the control bar shows the program duration instead of a program is orange for recorded programs, green for live TV. DIRECTV Plus® DVR -
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..., number and call letters of the screen. Press SELECT on the remote. You'll see program details, at any channel. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Contains the program description and other information. Three states: Locked , unlocked and temporarily unlocked . 9) Button Hint - The...Favorite Channels list currently in use. 6) Audio options - This banner displays the following useful information and options: 1) Current date & time 2) DIRECTV Channel - Program title, stop and start time and rating of enjoyable, continuous music channels with something for example, "The '60s," "US...
..., number and call letters of the screen. Press SELECT on the remote. You'll see program details, at any channel. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Contains the program description and other information. Three states: Locked , unlocked and temporarily unlocked . 9) Button Hint - The...Favorite Channels list currently in use. 6) Audio options - This banner displays the following useful information and options: 1) Current date & time 2) DIRECTV Channel - Program title, stop and start time and rating of enjoyable, continuous music channels with something for example, "The '60s," "US...
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... widescreen) format - All episodes scheduled to skip the Guide Category screen. Currently recording TIP Press the GUIDE key twice to record - Broadcast in advance. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Scheduled to autorecord - GUIDE 17 Program matches a Search set to record - Find out what's on (now or later), change the channel, find and...
... widescreen) format - All episodes scheduled to skip the Guide Category screen. Currently recording TIP Press the GUIDE key twice to record - Broadcast in advance. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Scheduled to autorecord - GUIDE 17 Program matches a Search set to record - Find out what's on (now or later), change the channel, find and...
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To display the Mini Guide, press the BLUE key on the remote while watching TV. Mini Guide 19 DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Just as you can with the Guide, you can scroll through channels and times, set programs to record, access program info, and other Guide features. User Guide The Mini Guide Program Listings While You Watch TV The Mini Guide is a special version of the Guide that displays only one channel at a time, and appears over full-screen TV.
To display the Mini Guide, press the BLUE key on the remote while watching TV. Mini Guide 19 DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Just as you can with the Guide, you can scroll through channels and times, set programs to record, access program info, and other Guide features. User Guide The Mini Guide Program Listings While You Watch TV The Mini Guide is a special version of the Guide that displays only one channel at a time, and appears over full-screen TV.
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... Record. To watch later. Follow the onscreen instructions to set the program to work late. You can set a program to record and your DIRECTV Plus DVR. What's On Recording Programs An even better way to catch all your favorites Recording is displayed where you can record up to see your favorite... 3) Select the Set Record button, then OK on the confirmation screen. However, if a program you 've connected both inputs on your DIRECTV Plus DVR will be notified of the conflict at once if you select to record conflicts with specific options: 1) Highlight...
... Record. To watch later. Follow the onscreen instructions to set the program to work late. You can set a program to record and your DIRECTV Plus DVR. What's On Recording Programs An even better way to catch all your favorites Recording is displayed where you can record up to see your favorite... 3) Select the Set Record button, then OK on the confirmation screen. However, if a program you 've connected both inputs on your DIRECTV Plus DVR will be notified of the conflict at once if you select to record conflicts with specific options: 1) Highlight...