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...to view the HD channels included in order to use to start watching TV. Getting Connected If a professional installed your DIRECTV® Receiver, you step by step through everything from pushing the POWER button to recording your favorite programs. This user guide applies to... DIRECTV DVR service in your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from DIRECTV CINEMA™. For information and pricing please visit directv.com. 5 Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you 're...
...to view the HD channels included in order to use to start watching TV. Getting Connected If a professional installed your DIRECTV® Receiver, you step by step through everything from pushing the POWER button to recording your favorite programs. This user guide applies to... DIRECTV DVR service in your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from DIRECTV CINEMA™. For information and pricing please visit directv.com. 5 Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you 're...
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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 When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates that there ...
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 When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates that there ...
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... of it to Satellite Dish Installer: This reminder is the category number 3. Also, place Audio/Video (A/V) cables to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for example, kitchen sink, bathtub, pool, damp basement). There... in construction of this device which , by reference to the AC power supply. Also, do not stack the receiver on top of the DIRECTV® Receiver. Attempted self-repair may expose dangerous voltage or other padded surface. • Always unplug your power supply. It...
... of it to Satellite Dish Installer: This reminder is the category number 3. Also, place Audio/Video (A/V) cables to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for example, kitchen sink, bathtub, pool, damp basement). There... in construction of this device which , by reference to the AC power supply. Also, do not stack the receiver on top of the DIRECTV® Receiver. Attempted self-repair may expose dangerous voltage or other padded surface. • Always unplug your power supply. It...
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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 acquisition. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver. Model No. * Serial No.
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 acquisition. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver. Model No. * Serial No.
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...DVD player or surround sound system). The mode switch must always be replaced. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to control your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off together. These two buttons turn a single component on or off (...Fav's & Setup, then System Setup, then Remote, and follow the step by that matches the component you need to turn your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the mode switch is not supported by step instructions. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: ...
...DVD player or surround sound system). The mode switch must always be replaced. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to control your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off together. These two buttons turn a single component on or off (...Fav's & Setup, then System Setup, then Remote, and follow the step by that matches the component you need to turn your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the mode switch is not supported by step instructions. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: ...
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... Pressing PLAY returns to normal play .) RECORD R One press allows you have one of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to skip multiples of the program. ...Press multiple times to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you to rewind at increasing speeds. Press up to four times...PAUSE / FRAME BY FRAME II Freezes the action of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. REPLAY / JUMP TO BEGINNING OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you're watching backwards 6 seconds ...
... Pressing PLAY returns to normal play .) RECORD R One press allows you have one of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to skip multiples of the program. ...Press multiple times to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you to rewind at increasing speeds. Press up to four times...PAUSE / FRAME BY FRAME II Freezes the action of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. REPLAY / JUMP TO BEGINNING OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you're watching backwards 6 seconds ...
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...whatever you're watching. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. If you want to see only the HD ... guide go to Chapter 6, "Settings, System Setup, Display" for instructions on channel 103. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Channels & Program Info 21 For a list of 3D programs ...the guide. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in the Guide...
...whatever you're watching. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. If you want to see only the HD ... guide go to Chapter 6, "Settings, System Setup, Display" for instructions on channel 103. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Channels & Program Info 21 For a list of 3D programs ...the guide. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in the Guide...
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... 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. You can also press INFO to highlight an option, then press SELECT. Select "More Info" for detailed program information and other...
... 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. You can also press INFO to highlight an option, then press SELECT. Select "More Info" for detailed program information and other...
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For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV sends messages to you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. TV Options TV Options While watching TV you can ..." to display the TV Options menu. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that we download to see your receiver. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote to see your messages. We also notify you have new mail, an "envelope" icon...
For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV sends messages to you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. TV Options TV Options While watching TV you can ..." to display the TV Options menu. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that we download to see your receiver. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote to see your messages. We also notify you have new mail, an "envelope" icon...
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... 5). CHAPTER 2 - Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your favorite channels. You have 4 options to add or remove the current channel from this list, the receiver will tune to . On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". TV Options 2 3 4 5 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select...
... 5). CHAPTER 2 - Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your favorite channels. You have 4 options to add or remove the current channel from this list, the receiver will tune to . On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". TV Options 2 3 4 5 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select...
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The display format is the only difference so check out both to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your TV to determine your preference. TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning". Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. Select OFF to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off.
The display format is the only difference so check out both to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your TV to determine your preference. TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning". Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. Select OFF to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off.
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... a language from options listed. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". For more information on your receiver. Channels & Program Info 29 Not all programs have alternate languages. You can also customize your display, and to change audio to an alternate language, when...
... a language from options listed. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". For more information on your receiver. Channels & Program Info 29 Not all programs have alternate languages. You can also customize your display, and to change audio to an alternate language, when...
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... buttons allow you to the Info screen. for additional videos from the user and "Flag Video" to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to report a..."Play" the video, or select "Related Videos" for inappropriate content. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your receiver is connected to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". These videos are streamed to the Internet, the last entry in the search results list will be...
... buttons allow you to the Info screen. for additional videos from the user and "Flag Video" to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to report a..."Play" the video, or select "Related Videos" for inappropriate content. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your receiver is connected to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". These videos are streamed to the Internet, the last entry in the search results list will be...
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Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your receiver displays your remote and select "Smart Search". Press MENU on your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order. Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. 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 search (and avoid extra typing).
Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your receiver displays your remote and select "Smart Search". Press MENU on your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order. Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. 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 search (and avoid extra typing).
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... enough so someone can easily override the limits. He or she will be your passcode, you have Parental Controls set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will appear whenever anyone tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to spend or watch beyond limitations set...
... enough so someone can easily override the limits. He or she will be your passcode, you have Parental Controls set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will appear whenever anyone tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to spend or watch beyond limitations set...
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To temporarily unlock a particular program select "Unlock Now" and enter your passcode. Various options for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your passcode. For more unlock options, press MENU, select "Parental Fav's &... and Other (unrated) shows. From the left menu, select "Rating Limits" then select either "Movies", "TV" or "Other". On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your passcode. You must be the registered account holder and...
To temporarily unlock a particular program select "Unlock Now" and enter your passcode. Various options for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your passcode. For more unlock options, press MENU, select "Parental Fav's &... and Other (unrated) shows. From the left menu, select "Rating Limits" then select either "Movies", "TV" or "Other". On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your passcode. You must be the registered account holder and...
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Channel Blocks Prevent children from viewing pre-selected channels. Select "Channel Blocks" (or "Chan Blocks" on StandardDefinition Receivers), then highlight and select the box to toggle between "Hide Adult" and "Show Adult". Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to ...block. You can also key in the program guide, Manage Recordings screens, and when channel surfing. Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult Ch's" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Parental Controls Adult Channels Hide adult channels in channel numbers or use "Block All" or "Allow All" to save time. 46...
Channel Blocks Prevent children from viewing pre-selected channels. Select "Channel Blocks" (or "Chan Blocks" on StandardDefinition Receivers), then highlight and select the box to toggle between "Hide Adult" and "Show Adult". Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to ...block. You can also key in the program guide, Manage Recordings screens, and when channel surfing. Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult Ch's" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Parental Controls Adult Channels Hide adult channels in channel numbers or use "Block All" or "Allow All" to save time. 46...
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... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on Standard-Definition Receivers). and/or weekend nights-FridaySaturday, and Sunday. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Spending Limits Limit the amount that can set hours based... on each Pay Per View purchase. CHAPTER 2 - Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing. Channels & Program Info 47 8
... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on Standard-Definition Receivers). and/or weekend nights-FridaySaturday, and Sunday. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Spending Limits Limit the amount that can set hours based... on each Pay Per View purchase. CHAPTER 2 - Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing. Channels & Program Info 47 8