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... installed or you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 6: Settings. Getting Connected If a professional installed your DIRECTV® Receiver, you step by step through everything from DIRECTV CINEMA™. I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe to DIRECTV DVR service in order to use the recording features. • You must subscribe to the...
... installed or you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 6: Settings. Getting Connected If a professional installed your DIRECTV® Receiver, you step by step through everything from DIRECTV CINEMA™. I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe to DIRECTV DVR service in order to use the recording features. • You must subscribe to the...
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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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... prong. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or... indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of time. 14) Refer all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
... prong. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to avoid injury from tip-over. 13) Unplug this apparatus near any heat sources such as power-supply cord or... indicates that dangerous voltage consisting a risk of time. 14) Refer all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
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Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of 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 acquisition.
Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of 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 acquisition.
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...the step by that matches the component you want to control and then use the POWER button to turn your DIRECTV® Receiver. If you press a button that is in the left-most position to be in a position that has ...not been programmed, or if you need to control your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off or on or off (for example a DVD player or surround sound system). Simply slide the... Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you . 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your TV.
...the step by that matches the component you want to control and then use the POWER button to turn your DIRECTV® Receiver. If you press a button that is in the left-most position to be in a position that has ...not been programmed, or if you need to control your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off or on or off (for example a DVD player or surround sound system). Simply slide the... Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you . 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your TV.
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...the recorded program info screen and inserts live TV in recorded or live or prerecorded television program. Press multiple times to skip multiples of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to normal play .) RECORD R One press allows you 're watching backwards 6 ...TV. Press REPLAY while rewinding to go to the next 15-minute tickmark.* Pressing PLAY returns to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press ADVANCE while fastforwarding to go to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to move forward or backward frame...
...the recorded program info screen and inserts live TV in recorded or live or prerecorded television program. Press multiple times to skip multiples of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to normal play .) RECORD R One press allows you 're watching backwards 6 ...TV. Press REPLAY while rewinding to go to the next 15-minute tickmark.* Pressing PLAY returns to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press ADVANCE while fastforwarding to go to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to move forward or backward frame...
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...in the channel column of the guide and also look for HD after the program title in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like you could reach out and touch whatever you want to see only the HD version of a ... virtually jump into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout the guide. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Channels & Program Info 21 For more information, visit...
...in the channel column of the guide and also look for HD after the program title in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like you could reach out and touch whatever you want to see only the HD version of a ... virtually jump into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout the guide. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Channels & Program Info 21 For more information, visit...
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On High-Definition DVRs the channel banner also provides easy access to highlight an option, then press SELECT. Channel Banner 3 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Use the ARROW keys to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to display the channel banner while watching a program. Channels & Program Info 25...
On High-Definition DVRs the channel banner also provides easy access to highlight an option, then press SELECT. Channel Banner 3 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Use the ARROW keys to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to display the channel banner while watching a program. Channels & Program Info 25...
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...Video options, and Parental Controls. 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 important ...news items or special promotions. We also notify you of the program. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to read a brief description of software...envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your messages. Info Select "Info" to see your...
...Video options, and Parental Controls. 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 important ...news items or special promotions. We also notify you of the program. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to read a brief description of software...envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your messages. Info Select "Info" to see your...
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...the channels you subscribe to toggle among the channels you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. Channels & Program Info 27 7 8 or "Remove..." On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". CHAPTER 2 - ... 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you 've watched (up to 5). On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "Change favorites list". option to see a list of your favorite channels.
...the channels you subscribe to toggle among the channels you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. Channels & Program Info 27 7 8 or "Remove..." On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". CHAPTER 2 - ... 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you 've watched (up to 5). On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "Change favorites list". option to see a list of your favorite channels.
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Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. 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. 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.
Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. 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. 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.
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On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter... "Audio Options". Not all programs have alternate languages. Channels & Program Info 29 The current settings are shown in this chapter. You can also customize your receiver. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your parental controls settings by selecting "Parental Controls". Select a language from options listed. For more ...
On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter... "Audio Options". Not all programs have alternate languages. Channels & Program Info 29 The current settings are shown in this chapter. You can also customize your receiver. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your parental controls settings by selecting "Parental Controls". Select a language from options listed. For more ...
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... last entry in the search results list will be saved). Select a title to go to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Note: To learn how to connect your HD...
... last entry in the search results list will be saved). Select a title to go to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Note: To learn how to connect your HD...
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... allows them to step 7. 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 with DECA, R22 with DECA,HR20-HR23 with HD Non-DVR receivers can schedule and watch recorded programs. Start...
... allows them to step 7. 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 with DECA, R22 with DECA,HR20-HR23 with HD Non-DVR receivers can schedule and watch recorded programs. Start...
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...programs to record. If you're in a room with an HD DVR, and you've authorized DIRECTV® WholeHome DVR service, you'll still record programs in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you a single, unified playlist of all your request. A ...re in the same way you know that your shows on Non-DVR receivers. Note: Pressing the REC button twice to record a series or pressing it three times to remember which DVR you 're currently watching or to your DIRECTV® System doubles your recording (requested from a program's Info...
...programs to record. If you're in a room with an HD DVR, and you've authorized DIRECTV® WholeHome DVR service, you'll still record programs in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you a single, unified playlist of all your request. A ...re in the same way you know that your shows on Non-DVR receivers. Note: Pressing the REC button twice to record a series or pressing it three times to remember which DVR you 're currently watching or to your DIRECTV® System doubles your recording (requested from a program's Info...
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Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) Recordings can only be managed from the HD DVR receiver that the program is not a DVR! To access the Playlist, press the LIST button on the To Do List or to ...Chapter 2, "Parental Controls" for options. 7. If you've already watched part of the DVR control buttons such as PAUSE, FFWD, ADVANCE, etc... You can access a recorded program at each receiver. To delete a program from your recorded show and press SELECT to confirm the deletion. ...
Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) Recordings can only be managed from the HD DVR receiver that the program is not a DVR! To access the Playlist, press the LIST button on the To Do List or to ...Chapter 2, "Parental Controls" for options. 7. If you've already watched part of the DVR control buttons such as PAUSE, FFWD, ADVANCE, etc... You can access a recorded program at each receiver. To delete a program from your recorded show and press SELECT to confirm the deletion. ...
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... the satellite signal strength your receiver is initially set or change your DVR Playlist Sharing preferences or to create or change the names of each receiver location. You must have to use this option to set up; To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in the Guide. ...Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you should not have an off -air tuner. Satellite (or Sat & Antenna) This option is used to display channels received via your off-air antenna in Chapter 5. you can...
... the satellite signal strength your receiver is initially set or change your DVR Playlist Sharing preferences or to create or change the names of each receiver location. You must have to use this option to set up; To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in the Guide. ...Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you should not have an off -air tuner. Satellite (or Sat & Antenna) This option is used to display channels received via your off-air antenna in Chapter 5. you can...
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Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the router Ethernet cable plugs into receiver 158 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Appendix 2: How to your router Connect one end of your DIRECTV HD DVR. Direct Connection Ethernet Cable Router DVR Receiver Ethernet cable connects to an unused port on the back of your Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your router. Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired Step 1 -
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the router Ethernet cable plugs into receiver 158 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Appendix 2: How to your router Connect one end of your DIRECTV HD DVR. Direct Connection Ethernet Cable Router DVR Receiver Ethernet cable connects to an unused port on the back of your Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your router. Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired Step 1 -
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... port on the back of the wireless adapter. Ethernet cable connects to the Ethernet port on the back of a regular router). Ethernet Cable Wireless Transceiver DVR Receiver Step 1: Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR. Ethernet cable plugs into an electrical outlet. Along with the Network Requirements at the beginning of Appendix 2 your wireless adapter into...
... port on the back of the wireless adapter. Ethernet cable connects to the Ethernet port on the back of a regular router). Ethernet Cable Wireless Transceiver DVR Receiver Step 1: Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR. Ethernet cable plugs into an electrical outlet. Along with the Network Requirements at the beginning of Appendix 2 your wireless adapter into...