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TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to the DIRECTV Family 5 Safety & Care 10 Product Information 12 CHAPTER 1: YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Your Remote Control 14 Turning Your Equipment On and Off 14 Navigation and Destination Buttons 15 Shortcut Buttons 15 DVR Control Buttons 16 The Progress Bar 17 ...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to the DIRECTV Family 5 Safety & Care 10 Product Information 12 CHAPTER 1: YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Your Remote Control 14 Turning Your Equipment On and Off 14 Navigation and Destination Buttons 15 Shortcut Buttons 15 DVR Control Buttons 16 The Progress Bar 17 ...
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... 70 Manual Recording 70 Record Defaults 71 Recording from a Computer or Phone 72 CHAPTER 5: EXTRAS Caller ID 76 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 77 DIRECTV™ iPad® App 78 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 79 GameSearch 84 GSN Game Lounge 84 8 Music, Photos & More 85 QuickTune ...88 ScoreGuide 88 TVApps 89 CHAPTER 6: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 92 Guided Setup 92 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 92 Connections 93 Your Phone Connection 93 Connections for Auxiliary Equipment 93 System Setup 97 Info & Test 97 Display 98 Audio...
... 70 Manual Recording 70 Record Defaults 71 Recording from a Computer or Phone 72 CHAPTER 5: EXTRAS Caller ID 76 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 77 DIRECTV™ iPad® App 78 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 79 GameSearch 84 GSN Game Lounge 84 8 Music, Photos & More 85 QuickTune ...88 ScoreGuide 88 TVApps 89 CHAPTER 6: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 92 Guided Setup 92 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 92 Connections 93 Your Phone Connection 93 Connections for Auxiliary Equipment 93 System Setup 97 Info & Test 97 Display 98 Audio...
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...once connected. There is also recommended. • Don't overload power outlets or extension cords, which are incorrectly replaced. •For your DIRECTV® Receiver before moving it . Note to Satellite Dish Installer: This reminder is required. No user-serviceable parts inside. If this ... at different temperatures, allow proper airflow to use only No. 26 AWG or better telecommunications line cord. • CAUTION: Replace remote control batteries with same or equivalent type. The telecommunication network voltage used . CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN! the vent...
...once connected. There is also recommended. • Don't overload power outlets or extension cords, which are incorrectly replaced. •For your DIRECTV® Receiver before moving it . Note to Satellite Dish Installer: This reminder is required. No user-serviceable parts inside. If this ... at different temperatures, allow proper airflow to use only No. 26 AWG or better telecommunications line cord. • CAUTION: Replace remote control batteries with same or equivalent type. The telecommunication network voltage used . CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN! the vent...
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YOUR REMOTE CONTROL YOUR REMOTE CONTROL 14 Turning Your Equipment On and Off 14 Navigation and Destination Buttons 15 Shortcut Buttons 15 DVR Control Buttons 16 THE PROGRESS BAR 17 LIVE BUFFER 18 13 CHAPTER 1 -
YOUR REMOTE CONTROL YOUR REMOTE CONTROL 14 Turning Your Equipment On and Off 14 Navigation and Destination Buttons 15 Shortcut Buttons 15 DVR Control Buttons 16 THE PROGRESS BAR 17 LIVE BUFFER 18 13 CHAPTER 1 -
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...mode switch must always be replaced. If you need to be in a position that is not supported by step instructions. These two buttons turn your DIRECTV® Receiver. Simply slide the mode switch to the position that matches the component you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment,... on or off (for just one press, it off or on or off together. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your TV. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you want to control and ...
...mode switch must always be replaced. If you need to be in a position that is not supported by step instructions. These two buttons turn your DIRECTV® Receiver. Simply slide the mode switch to the position that matches the component you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment,... on or off (for just one press, it off or on or off together. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your TV. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you want to control and ...
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... Playlist. Shortcut hints CHAPTER 1 - Press the GUIDE button to go to the DIRECTV Interactive services home page. Use the ARROW buttons and SELECT button to the program guide screen. Using Your Remote Control 15 8 As you use for hints that change function depending on any menu...5 6 7 Shortcut Buttons You can move back to access all of the DIRECTV user screens using only the direction ARROW buttons and the SELECT button as appropriate. However, the RED, GREEN, YELLOW, and BLUE buttons on the remote are special shortcuts that tell you which menu screen you to use the...
... Playlist. Shortcut hints CHAPTER 1 - Press the GUIDE button to go to the DIRECTV Interactive services home page. Use the ARROW buttons and SELECT button to the program guide screen. Using Your Remote Control 15 8 As you use for hints that change function depending on any menu...5 6 7 Shortcut Buttons You can move back to access all of the DIRECTV user screens using only the direction ARROW buttons and the SELECT button as appropriate. However, the RED, GREEN, YELLOW, and BLUE buttons on the remote are special shortcuts that tell you which menu screen you to use the...
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...to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press twice to move forward or backward frame by 30 seconds. PLAY ...FRAME BY FRAME II Freezes the action of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. Press up to four times to the end of any live TV currently on ..., pressing this button down REPLAY jumps to control a DVD player or other auxiliary equipment. Your Remote Control DVR Control Buttons These are the DVR control buttons (Rewind, Fast Forward, etc.). They ...
...to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press twice to move forward or backward frame by 30 seconds. PLAY ...FRAME BY FRAME II Freezes the action of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. Press up to four times to the end of any live TV currently on ..., pressing this button down REPLAY jumps to control a DVD player or other auxiliary equipment. Your Remote Control DVR Control Buttons These are the DVR control buttons (Rewind, Fast Forward, etc.). They ...
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... show, the progress bar turns orange and the orange record icon appears next to show . 12:00p 12:09p Football R 12:30p 8 CHAPTER 1 - Using Your Remote Control 17
... show, the progress bar turns orange and the orange record icon appears next to show . 12:00p 12:09p Football R 12:30p 8 CHAPTER 1 - Using Your Remote Control 17
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Standard-Definition DVRs If you change channels, you pause, rewind, fast forward or instant replay (jump back 6 seconds). Progress Bar 18 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you want to flip between them. Simply press PLAY during live buffer. This "live buffer" lets you lose what is ... the beginning (up to 90 minutes) using REWIND, as long as you can record them both and then use the PREV(ious) button on the remote to toggle between two shows at the same time and not lose the ability to go back in time on either channel you can go...
Standard-Definition DVRs If you change channels, you pause, rewind, fast forward or instant replay (jump back 6 seconds). Progress Bar 18 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you want to flip between them. Simply press PLAY during live buffer. This "live buffer" lets you lose what is ... the beginning (up to 90 minutes) using REWIND, as long as you can record them both and then use the PREV(ious) button on the remote to toggle between two shows at the same time and not lose the ability to go back in time on either channel you can go...
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...pick the channel you want to move the yellow highlight box over it and press SELECT. 22 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Move the yellow highlight box around using the direction arrows on your remote to download. In addition to video and audio, they also contain a software application that lets... the ACTIVE button on one of the channels full-screen, move to or you see up to eight of the hottest channels on your remote to interact when the yellow highlight box appears. Program Guide Interactive Channels Interactive channels are unique. Other interactive channels such as, News Mix ...
...pick the channel you want to move the yellow highlight box over it and press SELECT. 22 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Move the yellow highlight box around using the direction arrows on your remote to download. In addition to video and audio, they also contain a software application that lets... the ACTIVE button on one of the channels full-screen, move to or you see up to eight of the hottest channels on your remote to interact when the yellow highlight box appears. Program Guide Interactive Channels Interactive channels are unique. Other interactive channels such as, News Mix ...
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... notify you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. When you for quick access to see your messages. DIRECTV sends messages to see your receiver. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to you have new... mail, an "envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that we download to display the...
... notify you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. When you for quick access to see your messages. DIRECTV sends messages to see your receiver. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to you have new... mail, an "envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that we download to display the...
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... to . Channels & Program Info 27 7 8 or "Remove..." On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "Change favorites list". Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your favorite channels. Chapter Chapter Chapter...
... to . Channels & Program Info 27 7 8 or "Remove..." On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "Change favorites list". Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your favorite channels. Chapter Chapter Chapter...
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... "Parental Controls". For more information on your receiver. Channels & Program Info 29 TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". Parental Controls Select "Parental" to change the display settings.
... "Parental Controls". For more information on your receiver. Channels & Program Info 29 TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". Parental Controls Select "Parental" to change the display settings.
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...shows for instructions on your high-speed Internet service to gain access to watch or record. CINEMAplus High-Definition DVRs Connect your DVR to your remote to display the menu and press MENU again (or EXIT) to make it go away. On Standard-Definition DVRs this feature is called "...Search for viewing. Menu Menu Use the main menu to the Internet. Press MENU on connecting your DIRECTV HD DVR to access key system features. Note: Refer to Appendix 2 for no extra charge. for you 've recorded that are ready for Shows"....
...shows for instructions on your high-speed Internet service to gain access to watch or record. CINEMAplus High-Definition DVRs Connect your DVR to your remote to display the menu and press MENU again (or EXIT) to make it go away. On Standard-Definition DVRs this feature is called "...Search for viewing. Menu Menu Use the main menu to the Internet. Press MENU on connecting your DIRECTV HD DVR to access key system features. Note: Refer to Appendix 2 for no extra charge. for you 've recorded that are ready for Shows"....
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... More High-Definition DVRs An optional menu item that appears if you have a connected land line and subscribe to your TV, remote, and DIRECTV® System. Parental, Fav's & Setup Set parental control limits, choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose... a log of the phone calls into your home (assuming you connect your DVR to Caller ID service from your telephone provider). TVmail DIRECTV Messages to Network Your HD DVR. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Manage Recordings Prioritize upcoming recordings, view recording history ...
... More High-Definition DVRs An optional menu item that appears if you have a connected land line and subscribe to your TV, remote, and DIRECTV® System. Parental, Fav's & Setup Set parental control limits, choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose... a log of the phone calls into your home (assuming you connect your DVR to Caller ID service from your telephone provider). TVmail DIRECTV Messages to Network Your HD DVR. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Manage Recordings Prioritize upcoming recordings, view recording history ...
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... new programs, the most popular shows this week or programs about current events. Press MENU on your search term. Use the number keys on your remote - To enter a space, press 0 (zero). Press 0 twice to the search screen, select a poster for a movie, show, person, channel, sport, etc... To... erase letters, press the LEFT ARROW. Onscreen keypad - as soon as , within the DIRECTV CINEMA library. To erase the last letter, select DEL (delete) or select CLR (clear) to watch or record is fast and easy! There are two...
... new programs, the most popular shows this week or programs about current events. Press MENU on your search term. Use the number keys on your remote - To enter a space, press 0 (zero). Press 0 twice to the search screen, select a poster for a movie, show, person, channel, sport, etc... To... erase letters, press the LEFT ARROW. Onscreen keypad - as soon as , within the DIRECTV CINEMA library. To erase the last letter, select DEL (delete) or select CLR (clear) to watch or record is fast and easy! There are two...
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... see what you are similar to the current program, such as prequels and sequels, as well as you type in the first letter of your remote to schedule it is. Channels & Program Info 33 8 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Search Results: Results appear as soon as shows with...
... see what you are similar to the current program, such as prequels and sequels, as well as you type in the first letter of your remote to schedule it is. Channels & Program Info 33 8 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Search Results: Results appear as soon as shows with...
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... options. CHAPTER 2 - You can also highlight a program and press the orange REC (record) button on your remote to schedule it to view that channel. Channels & Program Info 35 5 6 7 8 A list of all programs available on your remote to schedule it to record or press SELECT on a highlighted program for detailed program info and...
... options. CHAPTER 2 - You can also highlight a program and press the orange REC (record) button on your remote to schedule it to view that channel. Channels & Program Info 35 5 6 7 8 A list of all programs available on your remote to schedule it to record or press SELECT on a highlighted program for detailed program info and...
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... results that include "Catskills Mountains" as well as, "Cats in Washington." Type in your keyword and press the RED button on your remote. Select a category to narrow your keyword displays. Autorecords are persistent. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) CHAPTER 2 - Channels & Program Info...8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter To perform a Keyword search: Press MENU on your remote and select "Smart Search". Therefore, any time a program becomes available in the Guide that matches your keyword. The more specific you can ...
... results that include "Catskills Mountains" as well as, "Cats in Washington." Type in your keyword and press the RED button on your remote. Select a category to narrow your keyword displays. Autorecords are persistent. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) CHAPTER 2 - Channels & Program Info...8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter To perform a Keyword search: Press MENU on your remote and select "Smart Search". Therefore, any time a program becomes available in the Guide that matches your keyword. The more specific you can ...
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Your receiver displays your remote and select "Smart Search". Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order. 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 and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad.
Your receiver displays your remote and select "Smart Search". Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order. 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 and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad.