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... Now that 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 pushing the POWER button to recording your favorite programs. This user guide applies to the...; Whole-Home DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver was designed to start watching TV. We'll take you 're ready to accommodate several models of the biggest box office...
... Now that 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 pushing the POWER button to recording your favorite programs. This user guide applies to the...; Whole-Home DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver was designed to start watching TV. We'll take you 're ready to accommodate several models of the biggest box office...
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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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...2) 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. When a cart is damaged, liquid has been spilled or... objects have fallen into your outlet, consult an electrician for your safety. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards. If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus...
...2) 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. When a cart is damaged, liquid has been spilled or... objects have fallen into your outlet, consult an electrician for your safety. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards. If the provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus...
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... and 810-15, for example, kitchen sink, bathtub, pool, damp basement). The apparatus shall not be used . The DIRECTV® Receiver unit must therefore be used is subsequently used near anything WET or HOT! Attempted self-repair may expose dangerous voltage or other...the risk of the 2005 National Electrical Code. Also, do not operate the DIRECTV® Receiver on the marking label or in the DIRECTV® Receiver (other padded surface. • Always unplug your DIRECTV® Receiver near water (for required grounding of the metal structure of this manual). •...
... and 810-15, for example, kitchen sink, bathtub, pool, damp basement). The apparatus shall not be used . The DIRECTV® Receiver unit must therefore be used is subsequently used near anything WET or HOT! Attempted self-repair may expose dangerous voltage or other...the risk of the 2005 National Electrical Code. Also, do not operate the DIRECTV® Receiver on the marking label or in the DIRECTV® Receiver (other padded surface. • Always unplug your DIRECTV® Receiver near water (for required grounding of the metal structure of this manual). •...
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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. 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
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These two buttons turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . If you need to reprogram the remote for just one press, it off or on or ...of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If the mode switch is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the light flashes several times for a new TV or other ... been programmed, or if you press a button that particular piece of the remote flashes. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to control your TV.
These two buttons turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . If you need to reprogram the remote for just one press, it off or on or ...of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If the mode switch is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the light flashes several times for a new TV or other ... been programmed, or if you press a button that particular piece of the remote flashes. If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to control your TV.
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... allows you to move forward or backward frame by 30 seconds. REPLAY / JUMP TO BEGINNING OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you have one of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to control a DVD player or other auxiliary equipment. ADVANCE / JUMP TO END OF PROGRAM Jumps... backwards 6 seconds and starts playing from that point. They can also be used along with the mode switch to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
... allows you to move forward or backward frame by 30 seconds. REPLAY / JUMP TO BEGINNING OF PROGRAM Jumps the program you have one of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to control a DVD player or other auxiliary equipment. ADVANCE / JUMP TO END OF PROGRAM Jumps... backwards 6 seconds and starts playing from that point. They can also be used along with the mode switch to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
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... into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout 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, starting on channel 103. Note: There is no...6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - To find them, look for HD after the program title in the guide. STZHD or CNNHD) in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. If you 're watching. For a list of 3D programs will display. CHOICE™ package or...
... into your home. 3D channels are spread throughout 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, starting on channel 103. Note: There is no...6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - To find them, look for HD after the program title in the guide. STZHD or CNNHD) in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. If you 're watching. For a list of 3D programs will display. CHOICE™ package or...
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... to highlight an option, then press SELECT. 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 The channel banner briefly displays at the top of the screen, with...
... to highlight an option, then press SELECT. 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 The channel banner briefly displays at the top of the screen, with...
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... button on your messages. We also notify you of the program. TVmail Select "TVmail," to see your receiver. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV sends messages to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you have new mail, an...
... button on your messages. We also notify you of the program. TVmail Select "TVmail," to see your receiver. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV sends messages to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you have new mail, an...
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... "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you 've watched (up to 5). You have 4 options to choose from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". This is active, select the "Add..." Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote...
... "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you 've watched (up to 5). You have 4 options to choose from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". This is active, select the "Add..." Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote...
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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". 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. SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. 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". 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. SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time.
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... Controls Select "Parental" to change audio to an alternate language, when available. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your receiver. Not all programs have alternate languages. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in...
... Controls Select "Parental" to change audio to an alternate language, when available. TV Options 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your receiver. Not all programs have alternate languages. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in...
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... have the option to the Info screen. Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to Network your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Select a title to go to "Play" the video, or select "Related Videos" for similar videos, "More From..."... content. If you to pause, fast forward, rewind and play YouTube content. These videos are streamed to your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You may use Parental Controls to limit access to report a video for additional videos from the user and "...
... have the option to the Info screen. Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to Network your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Select a title to go to "Play" the video, or select "Related Videos" for similar videos, "More From..."... content. If you to pause, fast forward, rewind and play YouTube content. These videos are streamed to your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You may use Parental Controls to limit access to report a video for additional videos from the user and "...
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Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on your search (and avoid extra typing). 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 remote and select "Smart Search". Your receiver displays your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order.
Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on your search (and avoid extra typing). 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 remote and select "Smart Search". Your receiver displays your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order.
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... future. Making multiple entries aimed at guessing the passcode is ! Using your entry to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be your passcode, you can 't guess what it is discouraged by one second. Note: If you want to make it easy enough...
... future. Making multiple entries aimed at guessing the passcode is ! Using your entry to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be your passcode, you can 't guess what it is discouraged by one second. Note: If you want to make it easy enough...
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... options for Movies, TV and Other (unrated) shows. Note: If you can also unlock Parental Control by pressing INFO while watching TV. On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your passcode. On High-Definition DVRs you forget your account... are locked, a message appears if you try to tune to a restricted program explaining why the program is a separate tab for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
... options for Movies, TV and Other (unrated) shows. Note: If you can also unlock Parental Control by pressing INFO while watching TV. On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your passcode. On High-Definition DVRs you forget your account... are locked, a message appears if you try to tune to a restricted program explaining why the program is a separate tab for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
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... Channels Hide adult channels in channel numbers or use "Block All" or "Allow All" to save time. 46 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult Ch's" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Channel Blocks Prevent children from viewing pre-selected channels. You can also key in the program guide, Manage Recordings...
... Channels Hide adult channels in channel numbers or use "Block All" or "Allow All" to save time. 46 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult Ch's" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Channel Blocks Prevent children from viewing pre-selected channels. You can also key in the program guide, Manage Recordings...
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...can set hours based on "school nights" - Monday-Thursday - and/or weekend nights-FridaySaturday, and Sunday. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Parental Controls 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your remote. Channels & Program Info 47 8 ... dollar limit using the numbers on each Pay Per View purchase. CHAPTER 2 - Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on Standard-Definition Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing. You can be spent on your household.
...can set hours based on "school nights" - Monday-Thursday - and/or weekend nights-FridaySaturday, and Sunday. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Parental Controls 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your remote. Channels & Program Info 47 8 ... dollar limit using the numbers on each Pay Per View purchase. CHAPTER 2 - Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on Standard-Definition Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing. You can be spent on your household.