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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 6: WARRANTY & OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 84 DIRECTV Protection Plan 87 FCC Customer Information 88 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 92 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panel ........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD Receiver .....112 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 119 Index 125 8
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 6: WARRANTY & OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 84 DIRECTV Protection Plan 87 FCC Customer Information 88 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 92 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panel ........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD Receiver .....112 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 119 Index 125 8
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...lightning storms or when unused for safe and optimal use of the polarized or grounding-type plug. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to qualified service personnel. Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions.... 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to stringent quality and safety standards. A grounding type plug has two blades and a ...
...lightning storms or when unused for safe and optimal use of the polarized or grounding-type plug. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to qualified service personnel. Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions.... 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to stringent quality and safety standards. A grounding type plug has two blades and a ...
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..." to see a list of the program. Last 5 Select "Last 5" to see your receiver. When you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to 5). Channels & Program Info 25 5 6 DIRECTV sends messages to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you watched,... (up to that channel. Info Select "Info" to your messages. On StandardDefinition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your remote to toggle among the channels you watch most...
..." to see a list of the program. Last 5 Select "Last 5" to see your receiver. When you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to 5). Channels & Program Info 25 5 6 DIRECTV sends messages to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you watched,... (up to that channel. Info Select "Info" to your messages. On StandardDefinition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your remote to toggle among the channels you watch most...
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Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to see. The display format is active, select the "Add..." option to add or remove the.... If one or the other can be "ON" at a time. or "Remove..." Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
Channels I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to see. The display format is active, select the "Add..." option to add or remove the.... If one or the other can be "ON" at a time. or "Remove..." Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
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Parental Controls Select "Parental" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". For more information on your receiver. Channels & Program Info 27 On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. Not all programs have alternate languages. Chapter...
Parental Controls Select "Parental" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". For more information on your receiver. Channels & Program Info 27 On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. Not all programs have alternate languages. Chapter...
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... MENU on the remote, select "Search for Shows" and then select one letter at a time in the on the keypad. 30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have a folder icon next to it one of the last letter or Clear (CLR) to get you are searching for... finds all programs that match your title can appear on Title, Person, Channel or Keyword. Because your criterion within the 7-day (3 ½-day for SD receivers) program guide. Search for Shows Search for Shows Use the "Search for Shows" option to bring up the information screen.
... MENU on the remote, select "Search for Shows" and then select one letter at a time in the on the keypad. 30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have a folder icon next to it one of the last letter or Clear (CLR) to get you are searching for... finds all programs that match your title can appear on Title, Person, Channel or Keyword. Because your criterion within the 7-day (3 ½-day for SD receivers) program guide. Search for Shows Search for Shows Use the "Search for Shows" option to bring up the information screen.
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...Limits Limit the amount that can set hours based on "school nights" -- Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on SD Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing. Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your remote.... You can be spent on your household. Parental Controls 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receiver). MondayThursday - Friday-Saturday, and Sunday. Channels & Program Info 37 and/or weekend nights -- Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers...
...Limits Limit the amount that can set hours based on "school nights" -- Select "Spending Limits" (or "Spending" on SD Receivers), then select the start times and durations for viewing. Viewing Hours Specify days and times when TV watching is allowed in your remote.... You can be spent on your household. Parental Controls 2 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receiver). MondayThursday - Friday-Saturday, and Sunday. Channels & Program Info 37 and/or weekend nights -- Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers...
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...64 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You can pass the proper signal. TV Resolutions Select the resolutions your TV can support so your receiver can also "Stretch" the picture vertically or horizontally to fill up the screen. Options include Original Format, Pillar Box (Widescreen 16:9 HDTVs only), Letterbox (Standard ...not fit your TV screen, your TV. If you may want to set the color of the picture that matches your receiver adjusts the picture size. Options are Standard 4:3 or Widescreen 16:9. If your HDTV is broadcast in Letterbox or Pillar box modes. If you're watching a ...
...64 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You can pass the proper signal. TV Resolutions Select the resolutions your TV can support so your receiver can also "Stretch" the picture vertically or horizontally to fill up the screen. Options include Original Format, Pillar Box (Widescreen 16:9 HDTVs only), Letterbox (Standard ...not fit your TV screen, your TV. If you may want to set the color of the picture that matches your receiver adjusts the picture size. Options are Standard 4:3 or Widescreen 16:9. If your HDTV is broadcast in Letterbox or Pillar box modes. If you're watching a ...
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... for Whole-Home DVR service, and how many receivers are found on -screen directions to a channel. Settings 67 4 5 6 Use the "External Devices" option to allow mobile devices to name this process. Access Card Standard-Definition Receivers Do not select Access Card unless you 're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service use this option...
... for Whole-Home DVR service, and how many receivers are found on -screen directions to a channel. Settings 67 4 5 6 Use the "External Devices" option to allow mobile devices to name this process. Access Card Standard-Definition Receivers Do not select Access Card unless you 're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service use this option...
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..., etc. -- are working correctly. 3. Select "Parental, Fav's & Setup." 4. You should run the diagnostics system test on your TV and the DIRECTV® Receiver. 2. For Standard-Definition receivers, press GREEN on your digital satellite receiver. Chapter 5 - Follow these potential trouble areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish, phone connection and access card. 7. If you continue to run...
..., etc. -- are working correctly. 3. Select "Parental, Fav's & Setup." 4. You should run the diagnostics system test on your TV and the DIRECTV® Receiver. 2. For Standard-Definition receivers, press GREEN on your digital satellite receiver. Chapter 5 - Follow these potential trouble areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish, phone connection and access card. 7. If you continue to run...
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...low. Slide the MODE switch on your DIRECTV Remote Control. Check the batteries in the left-most position (DIRECTV Mode). You may be replaced soon. Note that device (AV1 or AV2). If not, connect a standard phone cable to your receiver or replace your local phone company to subscribe...to your Caller ID notifications. - Remote Control Solutions - If you're entering a channel number that nothing is less than the DIRECTV® Receiver that you have programmed the remote to reprogram your wireless phone jack transmits Caller ID information. If the green indicator light on -screen...
...low. Slide the MODE switch on your DIRECTV Remote Control. Check the batteries in the left-most position (DIRECTV Mode). You may be replaced soon. Note that device (AV1 or AV2). If not, connect a standard phone cable to your receiver or replace your local phone company to subscribe...to your Caller ID notifications. - Remote Control Solutions - If you're entering a channel number that nothing is less than the DIRECTV® Receiver that you have programmed the remote to reprogram your wireless phone jack transmits Caller ID information. If the green indicator light on -screen...
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APPENDICES APPENDIX 1: RECEIVERS FRONT AND BACK PANELS .........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 APPENDIX 2: HOW TO NETWORK YOUR HD RECEIVER .......112 APPENDIX 3: ABOUT HIGH-DEFINITION 119 103
APPENDICES APPENDIX 1: RECEIVERS FRONT AND BACK PANELS .........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 APPENDIX 2: HOW TO NETWORK YOUR HD RECEIVER .......112 APPENDIX 3: ABOUT HIGH-DEFINITION 119 103
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...component video cables and use the white and red RCA connectors below it ). 9. EXTERNAL REMOTE - Some model receivers support an external adapter for sound. RCA-Audio/Video Jacks - A Standard-Definition (SD) output. Use this satellite in at all times to feed a VCR or DVD player/burner.... 4. Not available on all models. 5. HDMI - For future use . Receivers supporting A/V Out come with an optional RF remote. An ...
...component video cables and use the white and red RCA connectors below it ). 9. EXTERNAL REMOTE - Some model receivers support an external adapter for sound. RCA-Audio/Video Jacks - A Standard-Definition (SD) output. Use this satellite in at all times to feed a VCR or DVD player/burner.... 4. Not available on all models. 5. HDMI - For future use . Receivers supporting A/V Out come with an optional RF remote. An ...
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You can use the front panel buttons at any time, but they are especially useful if you misplace your remote control or the batteries die. 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 108 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels DIRECTV® Receiver Standard-Definition Front Panel: The buttons on the front panel perform the same functions as similarly named buttons on the remote control.
You can use the front panel buttons at any time, but they are especially useful if you misplace your remote control or the batteries die. 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 108 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels DIRECTV® Receiver Standard-Definition Front Panel: The buttons on the front panel perform the same functions as similarly named buttons on the remote control.
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Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels Standard-Definition Back Panel: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 110 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels Standard-Definition Back Panel: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 110 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE
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... quality. 3. Provides the best picture quality, better than RF coaxial cables. VIDEO (YELLOW) - We recommend you use a surge protector to safeguard your DIRECTV Receiver from the DIRECTV Receiver's OUT TO TV. 5. Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to the satellite dish antenna. 2. Connect the second RCA-type composite VIDEO jack to your TV has...
... quality. 3. Provides the best picture quality, better than RF coaxial cables. VIDEO (YELLOW) - We recommend you use a surge protector to safeguard your DIRECTV Receiver from the DIRECTV Receiver's OUT TO TV. 5. Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to the satellite dish antenna. 2. Connect the second RCA-type composite VIDEO jack to your TV has...
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... USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. DIRECTV services not available outside the U.S. All...
... USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT RECEIVE REMUNERATION TO (i) ENCODE VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AVC STANDARD ("AVC VIDEO") AND/OR (ii) DECODE AVC VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED TO PROVIDE AVC VIDEO. DIRECTV services not available outside the U.S. All...