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All other ENERGY STAR labeled set-top boxes, when used in conjunction with the DIRECTV Whole-Home DVR service. However, ENERGY STAR labeled HD DVR set -top box is ENERGY STAR qualified, giving you the benefit of saving energy and helping our environment. When you see the ENERGY STAR label on your set-top box, it means that your set -top boxes qualify for ENERGY STAR only when configured with a DIRECTV subscription, meet ENERGY STAR criteria without requiring the consumer to take any additional steps.
All other ENERGY STAR labeled set-top boxes, when used in conjunction with the DIRECTV Whole-Home DVR service. However, ENERGY STAR labeled HD DVR set -top box is ENERGY STAR qualified, giving you the benefit of saving energy and helping our environment. When you see the ENERGY STAR label on your set-top box, it means that your set -top boxes qualify for ENERGY STAR only when configured with a DIRECTV subscription, meet ENERGY STAR criteria without requiring the consumer to take any additional steps.
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... step through everything from pushing the POWER button to recording your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive...
... step through everything from pushing the POWER button to recording your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive...
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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 Live Buffer 18 CHAPTER 2: CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO Program...
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 Live Buffer 18 CHAPTER 2: CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO Program...
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...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...
...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...
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... 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...
... 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...
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... used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to stringent...-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your safety. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to qualified service personnel. Install in accordance with the apparatus. Servicing is required when...
... used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to stringent...-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your safety. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to qualified service personnel. Install in accordance with the apparatus. Servicing is required when...
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Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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 your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of acquisition. Product Information Keep your receiver.
Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE 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 your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of acquisition. Product Information Keep your receiver.
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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 - 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
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... you need to be in a position that has not been programmed, or if you press a button that matches the component you . 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The mode switch must always be replaced. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you press...on . Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to the position that is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to control your TV. If the light flashes several times for just...
... you need to be in a position that has not been programmed, or if you press a button that matches the component you . 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The mode switch must always be replaced. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you press...on . Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to the position that is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to control your TV. If the light flashes several times for just...
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...press allows you to fast-forward at increasing speeds. Press twice to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your Remote Control DVR Control Buttons These are the DVR control buttons (Rewind, Fast Forward, etc.). ADVANCE / JUMP TO END OF PROGRAM Jumps ahead in the ... and starts playing from that point. PAUSE / FRAME BY FRAME II Freezes the action of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. FFWD / JUMP TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live or prerecorded television program. Holding down for slow ...
...press allows you to fast-forward at increasing speeds. Press twice to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your Remote Control DVR Control Buttons These are the DVR control buttons (Rewind, Fast Forward, etc.). ADVANCE / JUMP TO END OF PROGRAM Jumps ahead in the ... and starts playing from that point. PAUSE / FRAME BY FRAME II Freezes the action of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. FFWD / JUMP TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live or prerecorded television program. Holding down for slow ...
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... shows how far back in the program you are viewing. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 The Progress Bar When you use the DVR control buttons, this indicator bar appears at the bottom of the screen to the title of the show where you are in the program and...
... shows how far back in the program you are viewing. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 The Progress Bar When you use the DVR control buttons, this indicator bar appears at the bottom of the screen to the title of the show where you are in the program and...
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...lets you pause or rewind a program. Simply press PLAY during live buffer. Standard-Definition DVRs If you change channels, you lose what is not set to record, you can record ...to the beginning (up to the hard drive instantly and continuously, while you watch. Progress Bar 18 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: You cannot fast forward during a show to toggle between two shows at the ...same time and not lose the ability to go . Live Buffer Live Buffer Your DVR saves programs to 90 minutes) using REWIND, as long as you haven't changed channels since the program ...
...lets you pause or rewind a program. Simply press PLAY during live buffer. Standard-Definition DVRs If you change channels, you lose what is not set to record, you can record ...to the beginning (up to the hard drive instantly and continuously, while you watch. Progress Bar 18 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: You cannot fast forward during a show to toggle between two shows at the ...same time and not lose the ability to go . Live Buffer Live Buffer Your DVR saves programs to 90 minutes) using REWIND, as long as you haven't changed channels since the program ...
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CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO PROGRAM GUIDE 20 Mini-Guide 23 Filtering the Guide 23 Guide Options 24 CHANNEL BANNER 25 TV OPTIONS 26 MENU 30 SMART SEARCH (High-Definition DVRs 32 SEARCH FOR SHOWS (Standard-Definition DVRs 39 PARENTAL CONTROLS 42 FAVORITE CHANNELS 48 19 CHAPTER 2 -
CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO PROGRAM GUIDE 20 Mini-Guide 23 Filtering the Guide 23 Guide Options 24 CHANNEL BANNER 25 TV OPTIONS 26 MENU 30 SMART SEARCH (High-Definition DVRs 32 SEARCH FOR SHOWS (Standard-Definition DVRs 39 PARENTAL CONTROLS 42 FAVORITE CHANNELS 48 19 CHAPTER 2 -
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... local channels can customize your subscription package are not part of programming information for shortcut hints here. Unsubscribed Channels 20 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Look for you filter the guide. The guide holds up to 14 days of your guide to go directly there. Program Guide Program ...
... local channels can customize your subscription package are not part of programming information for shortcut hints here. Unsubscribed Channels 20 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Look for you filter the guide. The guide holds up to 14 days of your guide to go directly there. Program Guide Program ...
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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... series in the guide. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering 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 broadcast in entertainment virtually jump into your 3D glasses and watch the best in HD...
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... series in the guide. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering 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 broadcast in entertainment virtually jump into your 3D glasses and watch the best in HD...
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... that lets you interact with each channel. When accessing these channels 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 screen. To exit an interactive channel, press GUIDE and pick the...
... that lets you interact with each channel. When accessing these channels 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 screen. To exit an interactive channel, press GUIDE and pick the...
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See "Favorite Channels" section later in chronological order. 24 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Pay Per View Select "Pay Per View" and then the type of show you have defined. Jump to a Date & Time Select "Jump to a ... Settings" option allows you subscribe to modify the channels in chronological order that match your custom list. Sort Programs by Category Select "Sort programs by DIRECTV, some of what is available in the guide in this chapter for details.
See "Favorite Channels" section later in chronological order. 24 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Pay Per View Select "Pay Per View" and then the type of show you have defined. Jump to a Date & Time Select "Jump to a ... Settings" option allows you subscribe to modify the channels in chronological order that match your custom list. Sort Programs by Category Select "Sort programs by DIRECTV, some of what is available in the guide in this chapter for details.
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On High-Definition DVRs the channel banner also provides easy access to highlight an option, then press SELECT. Use the ARROW keys to TVmail, the last five channels you ...
On High-Definition DVRs the channel banner also provides easy access to highlight an option, then press SELECT. Use the ARROW keys to TVmail, the last five channels you ...
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When you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to you for quick access to read a brief description of software changes and new ...TV Options menu. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV sends messages to see your messages. We also notify you of the program. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote to your messages. TV Options TV Options ...
When you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to you for quick access to read a brief description of software changes and new ...TV Options menu. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV sends messages to see your messages. We also notify you of the program. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote to your messages. TV Options TV Options ...