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Question posted by sanfes on August 20th, 2014

Does The Model: R16-500 Dvr Need Both Cables

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System Manual - Page 5

... the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service viewing features. • DIRECTV hardware, programming, DVR service and HD Access fee available separately. Welcome! We'll take you 're plugged in, enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround...

System Manual - Page 12

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. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Product Information Keep your receiver. Model No. * Serial No.

System Manual - Page 16

... also be used along with the mode switch to skip multiples of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. FFWD / JUMP TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live -stored video. Press up to...this button down to continue to the beginning of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to fast-forward at increasing speeds. Your...

System Manual - Page 53

..."1" in front of 750 Kbps or higher (DSL or cable). CHAPTER 3 - Please refer to your DIRECTV HD DVR, you DIRECTV content such as , Movies, Kids & Family...and missed episodes. Showroom Showroom offers you need a connection to the Internet. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV CINEMA (High-Definition DVRs) All Movies & Shows, Channel 1000...

System Manual - Page 79

... another room. 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 watching a recorded...

System Manual - Page 80

...the receiver to assign its name. DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 2. Activate DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service: Once DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service... or it as "Location." The message on your installation appointment. 3. We refer to give each receiver a name. Select "Continue". You must be prompted to this as follows: Press MENU, select ...

System Manual - Page 81

...," "Whole-Home" and then "Status." You can change sharing options at any time. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 4. Let's say you 'll be prevented from deleting programs that were recorded by that an HD...

System Manual - Page 82

... programs to your DIRECTV® System doubles your shows on. Record Programs: If you're in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you recorded your recording capacity. Note: Pressing the REC button twice to record a series or pressing it three times to cancel...

System Manual - Page 83

... buttons such as PAUSE, FFWD, ADVANCE, etc... Note: Only two locations can access a recorded program at each receiver. To delete a program from the HD DVR receiver that the program is not a DVR! If a third location tries to playback a recording, a message will display explaining that recorded the show (even if they were originally requested from...

System Manual - Page 92

... card. 2. Use the Product Information page to control other equipment such as the receiver gathers information from the satellite for you make the call 1-800-531-5000; Press PWR. After these setup ...program guide. The DIRECTV DVR will need to follow the screen instructions and you prefer and press SELECT. 4. Make sure the MODE switch at the top of the receiver, while the card number...

System Manual - Page 93

... may permanently damage your equipment and void your digital satellite receiver; you are color coded. Always match the color of the plug to purchase additional cables depending on our interactive channels. All A/V jacks and...system, DVD player/burner or VCR some features of our interactive channels will need to the same color of phone jack). It is required for Auxiliary Equipment...

System Manual - Page 94

... supports; You will need to each make and model. RCA jacks (two sets per receiver) provide good video ... they are found on the connectors your receiver. You will need to connect audio separately using the supported video...cables. - HDMI [High-Definition Multimedia Interface, one connector per receiver] provides the best digital video and digital audio in one set per receiver...

System Manual - Page 111

... you to get your access card and receiver ID numbers or to initiate diagnostic procedures on your DVR. jacks, cables, etc. -- Select "System Setup," then "Info & Test." 5. All connections -- There are working correctly. 3. Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position to put the remote control in satellite receiver-controlling mode, then press MENU to...

System Manual - Page 116

... be a problem with the cables running from the source. Solution: - If the problem is lower than 70 (60 or lower on HD receivers) on the front of the satellite, you should return to your DIRECTV® Receiver. - Weather issues are no weather problems in your area, reset your DIRECTV DVR using the red RESET button...

System Manual - Page 126

... acquisition. Limited 90-Day Warranty DIRECTV warrants your DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Model Number: R16, R22) or DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR (Model Number: HR20, HR21, HR22, HR23, HR24) and any included...AND ANY SUCH USE VOIDS THIS WARRANTY. If DIRECTV cannot reasonably repair or replace the Receiver then DIRECTV may, at the option of acquisition. All products, including replacement products, are...

System Manual - Page 131

... against harmful interference in a residential installation. CHAPTER 8 - Imperial Hwy El Segundo, CA 90245 1-800-DIRECTV • Trade Name: DIRECTV • Type of Equipment: DIRECTV Satellite Receiver • Model Number: R or HR Federal Communications Commission (FCC): This equipment complies with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with both Part 15 and...

System Manual - Page 134

...surge arrester in the AC outlet to AC power sources. 134 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE It does not contain any user-serviceable components. We recommend the installation... lightning transients, are very destructive to customer terminal equipment connected to which this DIRECTV Satellite Receiver does not disable your alarm company, telephone company or a qualified installer. Telephone companies...

System Manual - Page 153

... and model number are located behind the door panel. 153 REMOTE SENSOR - MENU - Brings up commands from the remote control. SELECT - Displays channel banner or info for a highlighted program or channel cell. 10. INFO - ACTIVE - POWER - Displays the DIRECTV Interactive Home Page - GUIDE - Your DIRECTV Plus® DVR still records and receives messages...

System Manual - Page 156

... DVRs) How to Network your HD DVR To use your DIRECTV HD DVR on your home network, you will need: A compatible DIRECTV Receiver, such as the DIRECTV HD DVR (model HR20 or later) or DIRECTV Plus® DVR (model R22) A broadband Internet connection, with a minimum connection speed of 750 kbps or higher (DSL or cable) A network router with Whole-Home DVR...

System Manual - Page 160

... Ethernet port of the wireless adapter. Ethernet cable connects to the Ethernet port on the back of the wireless adapter. Ethernet Cable Wireless Transceiver DVR Receiver Step 1: Connect your DIRECTV HD Receiver to the wireless adapter Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) Wireless Create a wireless connection between your wireless...

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