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... the biggest box office movies from what is shown here. Getting Connected If a professional installed your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of... DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from DIRECTV CINEMA™. I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe ...
... the biggest box office movies from what is shown here. Getting Connected If a professional installed your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of... DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from DIRECTV CINEMA™. I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe ...
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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 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 163 Index...
...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 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 163 Index...
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...Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. A polarized plug has two blades with dry cloth. 7) Do ...not block any ventilation openings. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to avoid injury from being walked on the ...
...Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. A polarized plug has two blades with dry cloth. 7) Do ...not block any ventilation openings. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to avoid injury from being walked on the ...
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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. 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. Model No. * Serial No.
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. 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. Model No. * Serial No.
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...Note: Each time you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If the light flashes several times for just one press, it off or on or off (for a new TV or other audio-...Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to turn it means the batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to reprogram the remote for example a DVD player or surround sound system)....
...Note: Each time you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If the light flashes several times for just one press, it off or on or off (for a new TV or other audio-...Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to turn it means the batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to reprogram the remote for example a DVD player or surround sound system)....
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...down to continue to the beginning of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. Hold down REPLAY jumps to the end of the program. Press multiple times to skip multiples of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to normal ...(Pressing play returns to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE REPLAY / JUMP TO BEGINNING OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you have one of 30 seconds. Your Remote Control DVR Control Buttons These are the DVR control buttons (Rewind, Fast Forward, etc.). Press REPLAY while ...
...down to continue to the beginning of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. Hold down REPLAY jumps to the end of the program. Press multiple times to skip multiples of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to normal ...(Pressing play returns to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE REPLAY / JUMP TO BEGINNING OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you have one of 30 seconds. Your Remote Control DVR Control Buttons These are the DVR control buttons (Rewind, Fast Forward, etc.). Press REPLAY while ...
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..."Settings, System Setup, Display" for HD after the program title in the guide. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you want to see only the HD version of...HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Select "3D" and a list of 3D programs, press GUIDE, press the YELLOW button and then select "Sort programs by category". If you 're watching. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is ...
..."Settings, System Setup, Display" for HD after the program title in the guide. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you want to see only the HD version of...HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Select "3D" and a list of 3D programs, press GUIDE, press the YELLOW button and then select "Sort programs by category". If you 're watching. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is ...
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You can also press INFO to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to highlight an option, then press SELECT. On High-Definition DVRs the channel banner also provides easy access to display the channel banner while watching a program. Use the ARROW keys to that...
You can also press INFO to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to highlight an option, then press SELECT. On High-Definition DVRs the channel banner also provides easy access to display the channel banner while watching a program. Use the ARROW keys to that...
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...your remote to read a brief description of the program. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE TV Options TV Options While watching TV you can press the INFO button for quick access to you for important news... icon appears in the channel banner. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your messages. Info Select "Info" to display the TV Options menu. When you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. TVmail Select "TVmail," to see your receiver.
...your remote to read a brief description of the program. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE TV Options TV Options While watching TV you can press the INFO button for quick access to you for important news... icon appears in the channel banner. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your messages. Info Select "Info" to display the TV Options menu. When you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. TVmail Select "TVmail," to see your receiver.
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CHAPTER 2 - On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your self-created lists is an easy way to toggle among the channels you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to see a list of your remote and select "Change favorites list". You have... option to choose from that channel. Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote and select "View Previous Channels". On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". or "Remove..." If one of previous channels ...
CHAPTER 2 - On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your self-created lists is an easy way to toggle among the channels you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to see a list of your remote and select "Change favorites list". You have... option to choose from that channel. Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote and select "View Previous Channels". On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". or "Remove..." If one of previous channels ...
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Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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. 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.
Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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. 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.
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..." to change the resolution and format of your parental controls settings by selecting "Parental Controls". For more information on your receiver. The current settings are shown in this chapter. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. Select a language...
..." to change the resolution and format of your parental controls settings by selecting "Parental Controls". For more information on your receiver. The current settings are shown in this chapter. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. Select a language...
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... content. for inappropriate content. You may use Parental Controls to limit access to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". These videos are streamed to this feature. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your receiver is connected to the Info screen. Select a title to go to the Internet...
... content. for inappropriate content. You may use Parental Controls to limit access to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". These videos are streamed to this feature. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your receiver is connected to the Info screen. Select a title to go to the Internet...
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...works: 1. For Whole-Home DVR to step 7. To get a quick understanding of one room, stop it, and then continue watching it in one remote viewing per DVR at a time. Note: To access DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service functionality, you need a DIRECTV HD DVR receiver (models HR24, HR20-HR23... with DECA), an additional Whole-Home-capable receiver (models H25, H24, HR24, H21 with DECA, H23...
...works: 1. For Whole-Home DVR to step 7. To get a quick understanding of one room, stop it, and then continue watching it in one remote viewing per DVR at a time. Note: To access DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service functionality, you need a DIRECTV HD DVR receiver (models HR24, HR20-HR23... with DECA), an additional Whole-Home-capable receiver (models H25, H24, HR24, H21 with DECA, H23...
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... recording (requested from a program's Info screen. To record a show you did before. You can also book a recording from a Non-DVR receiver) conflicts with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you 're currently watching or to record a highlighted program in the Guide, press the orange REC (record) button. Tip...
... recording (requested from a program's Info screen. To record a show you did before. You can also book a recording from a Non-DVR receiver) conflicts with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you 're currently watching or to record a highlighted program in the Guide, press the orange REC (record) button. Tip...
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... show and press the RED button. You can only be managed from the HD DVR receiver that the program is not a DVR! Your parental control settings restrict access to the HD DVR and press MENU, select "Manage Recordings" for details. If a third location tries...combined into a "shared" Playlist. Channels & Program Info 83 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) Recordings can use the arrow keys to highlight the desired show in your recorded show and press SELECT to playback a recording...
... show and press the RED button. You can only be managed from the HD DVR receiver that the program is not a DVR! Your parental control settings restrict access to the HD DVR and press MENU, select "Manage Recordings" for details. If a third location tries...combined into a "shared" Playlist. Channels & Program Info 83 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) Recordings can use the arrow keys to highlight the desired show in your recorded show and press SELECT to playback a recording...
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...to your HD DVR Receiver. High-Definition DVRs On HD Receivers, the "Antenna Setup" option can be used by installers when your DVR Playlist Sharing preferences or to create or change the names of each receiver location. To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in...2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you can use this screen to view the satellite signal strength your receiver is initially set or change your system is getting or to set up; ...
...to your HD DVR Receiver. High-Definition DVRs On HD Receivers, the "Antenna Setup" option can be used by installers when your DVR Playlist Sharing preferences or to create or change the names of each receiver location. To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in...2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you can use this screen to view the satellite signal strength your receiver is initially set or change your system is getting or to set up; ...
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Appendix 2: How to an unused port on the router Ethernet cable plugs into receiver 158 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your DIRECTV HD DVR. Direct Connection Ethernet Cable Router DVR Receiver Ethernet cable connects to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired Step 1 - Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR to your router Connect one end of your Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your router.
Appendix 2: How to an unused port on the router Ethernet cable plugs into receiver 158 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your DIRECTV HD DVR. Direct Connection Ethernet Cable Router DVR Receiver Ethernet cable connects to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired Step 1 - Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR to your router Connect one end of your Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your router.
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... cable plugs into an electrical outlet. Ethernet Cable Wireless Transceiver DVR Receiver Step 1: Connect your receiver can access the Internet. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your wireless adapter into DVR Receiver 160 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Appendix 2: How to the Ethernet port of the wireless...
... cable plugs into an electrical outlet. Ethernet Cable Wireless Transceiver DVR Receiver Step 1: Connect your receiver can access the Internet. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your wireless adapter into DVR Receiver 160 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Appendix 2: How to the Ethernet port of the wireless...