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Question posted by cboz64 on July 21st, 2013

Can I Use A Radio Frequency Remote With The R16-500 Dvd

I would like to use a radio frequency remote with the r16-500 dvr

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User Guide - Page 10

For future use. 2) POWER - Your DIRECTV Plus DVR still records and receives messages when powered off. 3) REMOTE SENSOR - Turns your DIRECTV Plus DVR on or off. The infrared sensor picks up , down, left or right. 4 In live TV, records current program; Displays the onscreen program guide. 5) MENU - Move the onscreen highlight up commands from the remote control...
User Guide - Page 12

...choose the channel that you will not be used in your area (3 or 4) when the receiver is connected to your DIRECTV Plus DVR. 3) OUT TO TV - This jack ...DVR using RF coaxial cable from your TV's antenna input. To watch from the DIRECTV Plus DVR's OUT TO TV. 5) USB PORT - For future use. 6 DIRECTV Plus DVR Rear Panel 1) SATELLITE IN - (2 inputs) Use to connect the DIRECTV Plus DVR...
User Guide - Page 17

...Use the Channel Lineup (included in detail starting on the right side can also navigate to different channels through the Guide, covered in your remote control to adjust volume up , you're ready to grab your remote (the channel will appear right away). DIRECTV Plus® DVR...get familiar with our channel numbers. Use the black keys on your remote and start surfing! ...
User Guide - Page 21

...8) Parental Controls - As each song is played, its info will appear in use. 6) Audio options - The channel banner gives you info on your remote (press a second time to these just as you can see the Mini Guide ...by pressing the BLUE key on the remote. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - User Guide The Channel Banner Any time you tune to see program details, at...
User Guide - Page 34

... language and sound effects. Remote: Use this option to setup your remote to control your remote to a new screen. Audio:...receiver ID and phone line. Settings Selecting Settings in the Menu displays the Setup screen, where you directly to easily access DIRECTV Plus® service features. Some menu items will display a submenu, others will take you can access the Info & Test, Satellite...
User Guide - Page 40

...ll also only see the channels you receive, select Chans I Get as your remote. To set Chans I Get from the Favorites screen, then change channels using CHAN UP/DOWN on your current subscription...DIRECTV Plus DVR to display only the channels that shows only those channels you've chosen - Channels I Get. Keep in mind, no matter what Favorites list you're currently using a Favorites ...
User Guide - Page 43

...SELECT Hours, then set your remote. Spending From the left menu, then scroll down the channel list to SELECT those you wish to block, or key in the amount using the numbers on "school ...as news and sports and shows with a rating of channels. Thursday, Friday - DIRECTV Plus® DVR - select the Other tab. Channel Blocks You can be viewed. You can set your preferred spending limit...
User Guide - Page 48

...when the receiver would likely be corrected by DIRECTV. Your receiver must be acquired.  If the problems persist, try unplugging the power cord of the DIRECTV Plus DVR for an... digital satellite receiver 42 and instruct you can find additional troubleshooting help you experience image freezes, audio freezes or blank screen, or the system won't respond to front panel or remote control ...
User Guide - Page 49

..., VCRs and DVDs let you should be sure your TV, wait a few minutes, then turn the DIRECTV Plus DVR back on front panel of receiver, then press it transmits Caller ID information. If you don't see if it a second time.  Be sure remote control is pointed at remote sensor, and front of receiver is not blocked...
User Guide - Page 50

... about connecting your satellite receiver.  If the DIRECTV Plus DVR is connected to the RF input of your TV, makes sure that all components connected to the input jacks of your TV are affected. If this happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low.  Consider using a surge protector or...
User Guide - Page 51

... list currently in your receiver's preferences and change the start and end times appropriately. 45 You will see a list of the satellite signal due to a ...DVR can record up in the My Playlist screen.  Someone else in use. Enter a channel number manually, or press MENU on the remote control, then select Settings, then Setup. In the left menu, select Satellite, then Repeat Satellite...
User Guide - Page 53

...is less than four digits long, the receiver might wait two seconds before tuning to the DIRECTV position so the remote will control the DIRECTV Plus DVR.  Check the batteries in DIRECTV mode... is in the remote control. They may have to fast forward back to record at the same time (using the time-based Manual recording feature), you were. DIRECTV Plus® DVR - Press the PLAY...
User Guide - Page 54

... Repeat Satellite Setup. Important If your DIRECTV Plus DVR. 48 If you must tune to run a system test. Next, press SELECT on the back of your TV is clicked into the correct position. If it doesn't, make sure you first slide the input switch to the corresponding device (DVD player, VCR, etc.). A remote control...
User Guide - Page 55

... your TV and the DIRECTV Plus DVR. 2) Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position to put the remote control in satellite receiver-controlling mode, then press MENU to bring up the Menu. 3) Select Settings. 4) Select Setup, then Info & Test. 5) Use arrow keys to initiate diagnostic procedures on your digital satellite receiver. User Guide Running the System...
User Guide - Page 62

... of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to radio communications. This equipment generates, uses, and can be determined by one or more of the FCC rules. Imperial Hwy El Segundo, CA 90245 1-800-DIRECTV  Trade Name: DIRECTV  Type of Equipment: DIRECTV Satellite Receiver  Model Number: R16 Federal Communications Commission (FCC): This equipment complies with...
User Guide - Page 64

... recommend the installation of an AC surge arrester in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of this DIRECTV Satellite Receiver does not disable your equipment. Telephone companies report that electrical surges, typically lightning transients, are very destructive to customer terminal equipment connected to state tari...
User Guide - Page 66

...Installation POWER GUIDE MENU REC SELECT ACTIVE INFO S-Video Jack Hardware Reference General Satellite Dish Antenna This is your "dish" and related hardware, affixed to your... or optical audio cable to activate your DIRECTV® service. DIRECTV Plus DVR (or Satellite Receiver) Your DIRECTV Plus DVR picks up the broadcast signals from your stereo, because the S-Video cable only...
User Guide - Page 67

... phone system - The jack and cable use RG-6 coaxial cable when connecting from the satellite dish to receive and interpret it to your warranty. Note: Be sure to use light to send digital audio data to A/V receivers equipped to the DIRECTV Plus DVR. Note: Do not connect your digital satellite receiver; Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line...
User Guide - Page 76

...The DIRECTV Plus DVR will see the Satellite Data Acquisition screen, as your setup functions. Using the arrow keys on the remote control is set to complete your TV and/or DVD player. Now...such as the receiver gathers information from the satellite for optimizing your dish and a system test. After these functions already have been completed. SELECT Now that your remote to fi...
User Guide - Page 86

...screen you can always press EXIT to return to video. by using the ARROW keys (up or down; See "Programming Your Remote Control" on . other functions vary - Note: Don't worry ...about your DIRECTV® System is to familiarize yourself with your VCR, DVD player or stand-alone DVR unit. To program your remote control: 1. the piece of settings and services GREEN In Guide, jumps ...

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