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... light at the top of equipment, an on or off (for example a DVD player or surround sound system). Mode Switch 14 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn it means the batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to reprogram the remote for a new TV or for just... already been programmed to turn a single component on . Turning Your Equipment On and Off Note: Each time you want to control and then use the POWER button to the system, so we'll start here. Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message...
... light at the top of equipment, an on or off (for example a DVD player or surround sound system). Mode Switch 14 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn it means the batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to reprogram the remote for a new TV or for just... already been programmed to turn a single component on . Turning Your Equipment On and Off Note: Each time you want to control and then use the POWER button to the system, so we'll start here. Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message...
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... from that list. option to turn the display of your remote and select "Change favorites list". If one or the other can be "ON" at a time. Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" ...for the option you want . The display format is active, select the "Add..." On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels....
... from that list. option to turn the display of your remote and select "Change favorites list". If one or the other can be "ON" at a time. Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" ...for the option you want . The display format is active, select the "Add..." On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels....
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...limitations where you have Parental Controls set . This passcode will turn parental controls back on just who's watching what, and requires a passcode to unlocking and adjusting limitations in the future. On High-Definition Receivers you can also access Parental Controls by pressing INFO, then...ll see below for all categories. An onscreen message will not be allowed to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will be asked to create a passcode. Parental Controls 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - He or she will appear whenever anyone tries...
...limitations where you have Parental Controls set . This passcode will turn parental controls back on just who's watching what, and requires a passcode to unlocking and adjusting limitations in the future. On High-Definition Receivers you can also access Parental Controls by pressing INFO, then...ll see below for all categories. An onscreen message will not be allowed to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will be asked to create a passcode. Parental Controls 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - He or she will appear whenever anyone tries...
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...set up your Caller ID . You can review your Call Log, select "TVmail & Caller ID," select "Edit Settings", then select "Caller ID." 42 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE To display your 25 most recent calls in . Note: You must be connected to display onscreen call log at any... your phone company and your receiver to a phone line. To see a notice on your call comes in the call notices as follows: Press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "Turn On Notices." When the Notification option is on, you to configure and review your receiver to display Caller ID, press...
...set up your Caller ID . You can review your Call Log, select "TVmail & Caller ID," select "Edit Settings", then select "Caller ID." 42 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE To display your 25 most recent calls in . Note: You must be connected to display onscreen call log at any... your phone company and your receiver to a phone line. To see a notice on your call comes in the call notices as follows: Press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "Turn On Notices." When the Notification option is on, you to configure and review your receiver to display Caller ID, press...
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... for you and subscribe to DIRECTV service. 52 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE The DIRECTV® Receiver will allow you to select a language. Have on !) 3. Note your service address, social security number and a valid major credit card. 2. The first screen will turn on the front of the ...remote control is set to DIRECTV, which is the far-left to do is also turned on hand your receiver ID and access card numbers. Activate Your DIRECTV® Service Once all that's left position. 2. Using...
... for you and subscribe to DIRECTV service. 52 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE The DIRECTV® Receiver will allow you to select a language. Have on !) 3. Note your service address, social security number and a valid major credit card. 2. The first screen will turn on the front of the ...remote control is set to DIRECTV, which is the far-left to do is also turned on hand your receiver ID and access card numbers. Activate Your DIRECTV® Service Once all that's left position. 2. Using...
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...channels or to hide the SD duplicates. No matter which include: Guide HD Channels (HD Receivers ONLY): Choose whether you want the first press of large text areas when they scroll. ... go to move between the Preferences, TV Ratio and Time Zone screens. Scrolling Effects: Turn scrolling effects on your preferred on-screen text language. Banner Time: Set the channel banner...System Setup Display Select "Display" and then select either "Preferences", "Captioning" or "Clock". For SD Receivers select "Display" and then press the GREEN and RED buttons on or off. Guide shows: Select ...
...channels or to hide the SD duplicates. No matter which include: Guide HD Channels (HD Receivers ONLY): Choose whether you want the first press of large text areas when they scroll. ... go to move between the Preferences, TV Ratio and Time Zone screens. Scrolling Effects: Turn scrolling effects on your preferred on-screen text language. Banner Time: Set the channel banner...System Setup Display Select "Display" and then select either "Preferences", "Captioning" or "Clock". For SD Receivers select "Display" and then press the GREEN and RED buttons on or off. Guide shows: Select ...
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Captioning High-Definition Receivers On HD receivers, select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on SD Receivers) to set your time zone and whether you want the receiver to select the font style, size and color for the display of captions. Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on or off, and to show Daylight Savings time or not. Settings 61 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter System Setup Chapter 4 -
Captioning High-Definition Receivers On HD receivers, select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on SD Receivers) to set your time zone and whether you want the receiver to select the font style, size and color for the display of captions. Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on or off, and to show Daylight Savings time or not. Settings 61 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter System Setup Chapter 4 -
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You can turn Native mode ON or OFF. For example, if Native mode is ON and a program is being broadcast in that format. System Setup Chapter 4 - HDTV High-Definition Receivers Select "HDTV" and then select either "Video", "TV Ratio" or "TV Resolution". Note: To change your screen format and ...access these setting by pressing INFO, then select Audio/Video and choose the desired settings. When Native Mode is OFF. Video Set your HD Receiver tells the TV to review Appendix 3, About High-Definition, which describes HD formats and resolutions. When Native Mode is ON, your TV ...
You can turn Native mode ON or OFF. For example, if Native mode is ON and a program is being broadcast in that format. System Setup Chapter 4 - HDTV High-Definition Receivers Select "HDTV" and then select either "Video", "TV Ratio" or "TV Resolution". Note: To change your screen format and ...access these setting by pressing INFO, then select Audio/Video and choose the desired settings. When Native Mode is OFF. Video Set your HD Receiver tells the TV to review Appendix 3, About High-Definition, which describes HD formats and resolutions. When Native Mode is ON, your TV ...
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...the one on -screen messages supply a code in parentheses. That code is used by DIRECTV Customer Service to normal after the update is sent, you may be turned off. Your receiver must be plugged in to AC power to improve performance and upgrade features and functions. Troubleshooting...of trying to view a channel that you have not purchased or that is not in your call. System Software Updates DIRECTV periodically sends system software updates to your receiver is on when an update is complete. If your receiver to receive any updates. 72 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
...the one on -screen messages supply a code in parentheses. That code is used by DIRECTV Customer Service to normal after the update is sent, you may be turned off. Your receiver must be plugged in to AC power to improve performance and upgrade features and functions. Troubleshooting...of trying to view a channel that you have not purchased or that is not in your call. System Software Updates DIRECTV periodically sends system software updates to your receiver is on when an update is complete. If your receiver to receive any updates. 72 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
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...more information. 2. Turn on your remote, then select "Run Test". 6. For Standard-Definition receivers, press GREEN on your digital satellite receiver. If you to get your access card and receiver ID numbers or to initiate diagnostic procedures on your TV and the DIRECTV® Receiver. 2. Help & ... Setup." 4. First make sure that there is inserted in the remote control, and they are batteries in the DIRECTV® Receiver. Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position to run the system test. Select "Run System Test". There are working correctly. 3. jacks, cables, etc...
...more information. 2. Turn on your remote, then select "Run Test". 6. For Standard-Definition receivers, press GREEN on your digital satellite receiver. If you to get your access card and receiver ID numbers or to initiate diagnostic procedures on your TV and the DIRECTV® Receiver. 2. Help & ... Setup." 4. First make sure that there is inserted in the remote control, and they are batteries in the DIRECTV® Receiver. Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position to run the system test. Select "Run System Test". There are working correctly. 3. jacks, cables, etc...
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... channels to tune the show as requested. - This may have been activated. Press any key on the screen, progress freezes during download. DIRECTV® Receiver turns on the front of the DIRECTV® Receiver and wait for program guide information to be acquired. Possible Causes: - A scheduled autotune may be normal. Solution: - Solution: - Check your TV...
... channels to tune the show as requested. - This may have been activated. Press any key on the screen, progress freezes during download. DIRECTV® Receiver turns on the front of the DIRECTV® Receiver and wait for program guide information to be acquired. Possible Causes: - A scheduled autotune may be normal. Solution: - Solution: - Check your TV...
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... If snowy screen, make sure your TV, wait a few minutes, then turn off all equipment connected to work; see Chapter 4, "System Setup, Remote Control" for instructions. - If problems persist, turn the DIRECTV® Receiver back on your TV. Chapter 5 - Your TV may be programmed to ...your TV is displayed on . - Check that DIRECTV® Receiver and TV are not powered on a different input source than what ...
... If snowy screen, make sure your TV, wait a few minutes, then turn off all equipment connected to work; see Chapter 4, "System Setup, Remote Control" for instructions. - If problems persist, turn the DIRECTV® Receiver back on your TV. Chapter 5 - Your TV may be programmed to ...your TV is displayed on . - Check that DIRECTV® Receiver and TV are not powered on a different input source than what ...
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Frequently Asked Questions DIRECTV® Receiver will not turn on Your receiver won't turn on the front panel of the receiver: • Verify power cord is plugged in (not all the way to receiver. - Remote batteries are dead. - Wall outlet is not turning on remote. • If still not responding, check batteries - green light..., make sure power strip is working. • If the power strip is all power strips have a reset button). 76 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Receiver or power strip is not plugged in to a power source, or power cord is not plugged in to left, then press...
Frequently Asked Questions DIRECTV® Receiver will not turn on Your receiver won't turn on the front panel of the receiver: • Verify power cord is plugged in (not all the way to receiver. - Remote batteries are dead. - Wall outlet is not turning on remote. • If still not responding, check batteries - green light..., make sure power strip is working. • If the power strip is all power strips have a reset button). 76 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Receiver or power strip is not plugged in to a power source, or power cord is not plugged in to left, then press...
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... your parental lock code at the prompt. Chapter 5 - Consider using a line conditioner or surge protector. - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Frequently Asked Questions DIRECTV® Receiver Turns off while playing Your receiver turns off unexpectedly. Parental viewing limits may have been activated on . - Possible Causes: - Help & Troubleshooting 77 4 5 6 Excessive heat may have caused the...
... your parental lock code at the prompt. Chapter 5 - Consider using a line conditioner or surge protector. - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Frequently Asked Questions DIRECTV® Receiver Turns off while playing Your receiver turns off unexpectedly. Parental viewing limits may have been activated on . - Possible Causes: - Help & Troubleshooting 77 4 5 6 Excessive heat may have caused the...
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...then select "System Setup." Chapter 5 - Verify "MUTE" button is turned off. Did volume meter display on and set to your local phone company. - If your receiver is working Caller ID information isn't showing on your model of receiver, this will not transmit Caller ID information. See "Caller ID" .../Composite (Yellow), the RCA Audio cables (Red/White) must also be either behind the access door on your DIRECTV® Receiver is not activated. - Raise or lower the volume. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Frequently Asked Questions Solution: -
...then select "System Setup." Chapter 5 - Verify "MUTE" button is turned off. Did volume meter display on and set to your local phone company. - If your receiver is working Caller ID information isn't showing on your model of receiver, this will not transmit Caller ID information. See "Caller ID" .../Composite (Yellow), the RCA Audio cables (Red/White) must also be either behind the access door on your DIRECTV® Receiver is not activated. - Raise or lower the volume. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Frequently Asked Questions Solution: -
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...doesn't, make sure you first slide the MODE switch to turn on the remote to tune immediately. - Select "Caller ID" (SD Receivers: "TVmail & Caller ID") from the main menu to the mode that is less than the DIRECTV® Receiver that device (AV1 or AV2). Slide the MODE switch on... jack. You may be replaced soon. Press ENTER after entering a channel number to the DIRECTV position so the remote will control the DIRECTV® Receiver. - Check the batteries in the left-most position (DIRECTV Mode). Make sure the device you have to Caller ID service. - Check that is ...
...doesn't, make sure you first slide the MODE switch to turn on the remote to tune immediately. - Select "Caller ID" (SD Receivers: "TVmail & Caller ID") from the main menu to the mode that is less than the DIRECTV® Receiver that device (AV1 or AV2). Slide the MODE switch on... jack. You may be replaced soon. Press ENTER after entering a channel number to the DIRECTV position so the remote will control the DIRECTV® Receiver. - Check the batteries in the left-most position (DIRECTV Mode). Make sure the device you have to Caller ID service. - Check that is ...
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..., 720p, 480p and 480i (older models may have these indicators. 9. Some receivers do not have any nonmetal enclosure and it cycles to access settings and services. 5. local weather and more. Turns your receiver inside a cabinet or any opaque object between the remote and this sensor is not... on the front panel: ACTIVE - See Appendix 3 for details. 8. The access card slot, RESET button, receiver ID and model number are located behind the door panel. Displays the DIRECTV Active Channel - POWER - RES (Resolution) - With an optional RF remote you have the RESET button on the...
..., 720p, 480p and 480i (older models may have these indicators. 9. Some receivers do not have any nonmetal enclosure and it cycles to access settings and services. 5. local weather and more. Turns your receiver inside a cabinet or any opaque object between the remote and this sensor is not... on the front panel: ACTIVE - See Appendix 3 for details. 8. The access card slot, RESET button, receiver ID and model number are located behind the door panel. Displays the DIRECTV Active Channel - POWER - RES (Resolution) - With an optional RF remote you have the RESET button on the...
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... and model number are located behind the door panel. 109 Move the on -screen program guide. 4. Turns your DIRECTV® Receiver on the remote to access settings and services. 5. GUIDE - ACTIVE - POWER - Displays the on -screen highlight up commands from the remote control. 3. Selects the item ...
... and model number are located behind the door panel. 109 Move the on -screen program guide. 4. Turns your DIRECTV® Receiver on the remote to access settings and services. 5. GUIDE - ACTIVE - POWER - Displays the on -screen highlight up commands from the remote control. 3. Selects the item ...
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... resolutions to match the resolution of individual TV programs as they will light below the resolution to which the receiver is used to through cycle all available resolutions on your DIRECTV HD DVR. If video and audio are not appearing, it may be because the current resolution setting is ...High-Definition For example, if you indicated that your TV supports only 1080i, 480i and 480p and it is a 16:9 television, and Native is turned off*, the cycle of settings for the current TV program's native resolution. Mark or unmark the TV Resolutions to display the resolutions supported by your...
... resolutions to match the resolution of individual TV programs as they will light below the resolution to which the receiver is used to through cycle all available resolutions on your DIRECTV HD DVR. If video and audio are not appearing, it may be because the current resolution setting is ...High-Definition For example, if you indicated that your TV supports only 1080i, 480i and 480p and it is a 16:9 television, and Native is turned off*, the cycle of settings for the current TV program's native resolution. Mark or unmark the TV Resolutions to display the resolutions supported by your...
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... hours back; Function varies on /off. MUTE Toggles sound volume on other screens - DIRECTV & TV POWER ON Turns your DIRECTV® Receiver and TV on other stand alone equipment. * These descriptions apply to DIRECTV Digital Video Recorders. ADVANCE* Jumps ahead 30 seconds. Function varies on and off whichever ... a live TV, displays the Mini guide; the piece of settings and services. REWIND* Press up and down. ACTIVE Displays the DIRECTV Active Channel-local weather and more! Press twice to rewind at increasing speed. BACK Takes you are watching or that is set to...
... hours back; Function varies on /off. MUTE Toggles sound volume on other screens - DIRECTV & TV POWER ON Turns your DIRECTV® Receiver and TV on other stand alone equipment. * These descriptions apply to DIRECTV Digital Video Recorders. ADVANCE* Jumps ahead 30 seconds. Function varies on and off whichever ... a live TV, displays the Mini guide; the piece of settings and services. REWIND* Press up and down. ACTIVE Displays the DIRECTV Active Channel-local weather and more! Press twice to rewind at increasing speed. BACK Takes you are watching or that is set to...