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... your favorite programs. This user guide applies to view the HD channels included in order to be able to the DIRECTV® HD Receiver and the DIRECTV® Receiver. Welcome to over 285 channels of TV programming, satellite music and a great selection of the biggest box office movies...start watching TV. We'll take you step by step through everything from pushing the POWER button to searching for and finding your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. For information and pricing regarding programming, ...
... your favorite programs. This user guide applies to view the HD channels included in order to be able to the DIRECTV® HD Receiver and the DIRECTV® Receiver. Welcome to over 285 channels of TV programming, satellite music and a great selection of the biggest box office movies...start watching TV. We'll take you step by step through everything from pushing the POWER button to searching for and finding your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. For information and pricing regarding programming, ...
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... 48 GSN Game Lounge 48 Quicktune 49 ScoreGuide 49 TV Apps 50 CHAPTER 4: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 52 Guided Setup 52 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 52 Connections 53 Your Phone Connection 53 Your Internet Connection 53 Connections for Auxiliary Equipment 54 System Setup 59 CHAPTER 5: HELP... & TROUBLESHOOTING Help 70 Troubleshooting Tips 71 Reset/Reauthorize Your Receiver 71 On-Screen Error Messages 72 System Software Updates 72 Run the System Test 73 Frequently Asked Questions 74 7
... 48 GSN Game Lounge 48 Quicktune 49 ScoreGuide 49 TV Apps 50 CHAPTER 4: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 52 Guided Setup 52 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 52 Connections 53 Your Phone Connection 53 Your Internet Connection 53 Connections for Auxiliary Equipment 54 System Setup 59 CHAPTER 5: HELP... & TROUBLESHOOTING Help 70 Troubleshooting Tips 71 Reset/Reauthorize Your Receiver 71 On-Screen Error Messages 72 System Software Updates 72 Run the System Test 73 Frequently Asked Questions 74 7
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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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Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. *These numbers are typically located behind the card door on the front panel of acquisition. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 9 Model No. * Serial No.
Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. *These numbers are typically located behind the card door on the front panel of acquisition. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 9 Model No. * Serial No.
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.... 8) Do not install near any ventilation openings. Install in the literature accompanying this unit. A polarized plug has two blades with the apparatus. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10... DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You should, however, be aware of the following important precautions for long periods of the polarized or grounding-type plug. ...
.... 8) Do not install near any ventilation openings. Install in the literature accompanying this unit. A polarized plug has two blades with the apparatus. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10... DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You should, however, be aware of the following important precautions for long periods of the polarized or grounding-type plug. ...
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...are incorrectly replaced. • For your power supply. Opening or removing covers may also void your DIRECTV® Receiver before plugging any openings in the DIRECTV® Receiver (other vessels containing liquid on top of it is rated at different temperatures, allow proper airflow to ...the wall outlet. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN! IMPORTANT: Be sure not to move your DIRECTV® Receiver and always move your DIRECTV® Receiver between locations at 240VAC, a suitable attachment plug should not be placed on the apparatus. Blocking the airflow ...
...are incorrectly replaced. • For your power supply. Opening or removing covers may also void your DIRECTV® Receiver before plugging any openings in the DIRECTV® Receiver (other vessels containing liquid on top of it is rated at different temperatures, allow proper airflow to ...the wall outlet. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN! IMPORTANT: Be sure not to move your DIRECTV® Receiver and always move your DIRECTV® Receiver between locations at 240VAC, a suitable attachment plug should not be placed on the apparatus. Blocking the airflow ...
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... off (for just one press, it means the batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to control your DIRECTV® Receiver. The mode switch must always be replaced. Mode Switch 14 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn it off or on or off together. Turning Your Equipment On... the mode switch to the position that matches the component you want to control and then use the POWER button to turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message will pop up to alert you press a button that is your touch point to operate your remote has already been programmed...
... off (for just one press, it means the batteries (size AA) are getting low and need to control your DIRECTV® Receiver. The mode switch must always be replaced. Mode Switch 14 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn it off or on or off together. Turning Your Equipment On... the mode switch to the position that matches the component you want to control and then use the POWER button to turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message will pop up to alert you press a button that is your touch point to operate your remote has already been programmed...
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...local channels can customize your subscription package are shown grayed out. Unsubscribed Channels 18 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Unsubscribed Channels Channels in the channel number to ... button to scroll a whole page up /down ; The guide holds up to 7 days of programming for HD receivers and 3 1/2 days of programming for shortcuts (use the RED button to come back 12 hours). You can be..., once there use the GREEN button to move one cell at the bottom of the screen for SD receivers. type in the guide that lets you filter the guide. If you press GUIDE twice, you'll...
...local channels can customize your subscription package are shown grayed out. Unsubscribed Channels 18 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Unsubscribed Channels Channels in the channel number to ... button to scroll a whole page up /down ; The guide holds up to 7 days of programming for HD receivers and 3 1/2 days of programming for shortcuts (use the RED button to come back 12 hours). You can be..., once there use the GREEN button to move one cell at the bottom of the screen for SD receivers. type in the guide that lets you filter the guide. If you press GUIDE twice, you'll...
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... a channel in the guide go to 3D channels. Program Guide Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 5 3D Channels High-Definition Receivers Just like the 3D experience in the guide. For a list of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in HD and requires HD... Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. CHOICETM package or higher required for instructions. For more information, visit directv.com/3D Chapter 2 - HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of 3D programs, press GUIDE,...
... a channel in the guide go to 3D channels. Program Guide Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 5 3D Channels High-Definition Receivers Just like the 3D experience in the guide. For a list of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in HD and requires HD... Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. CHOICETM package or higher required for instructions. For more information, visit directv.com/3D Chapter 2 - HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of 3D programs, press GUIDE,...
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...available 24 hours a day. To cancel a purchase, press MENU, then select "Manage Autotunes," then "Purchases." Find them in the program guide starting at directv. com. Select the program, then select "Cancel PPV" to go out for the biggest box office movies! Ordering PPV events works the same way as... your receiver is connected to a land-based phone line or the Internet, you cancel it . The latest hits are listed in the program guide starting around...
...available 24 hours a day. To cancel a purchase, press MENU, then select "Manage Autotunes," then "Purchases." Find them in the program guide starting at directv. com. Select the program, then select "Cancel PPV" to go out for the biggest box office movies! Ordering PPV events works the same way as... your receiver is connected to a land-based phone line or the Internet, you cancel it . The latest hits are listed in the program guide starting around...
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... press INFO to highlight an option, then press SELECT. 24 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE On High-Definition Receivers the channel banner also provides easy access to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to that channel. Channel Banner Channel Banner When you find...
... press INFO to highlight an option, then press SELECT. 24 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE On High-Definition Receivers the channel banner also provides easy access to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to that channel. Channel Banner Channel Banner When you find...
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DIRECTV sends messages to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On StandardDefinition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your remote to see a list of previous channels you...(up to read a brief description of software changes and new features that channel. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your messages. On SD Receivers and HD Receiver model H20, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," "Edit Settings" and then "TVmail" to display...
DIRECTV sends messages to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On StandardDefinition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your remote to see a list of previous channels you...(up to read a brief description of software changes and new features that channel. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your messages. On SD Receivers and HD Receiver model H20, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," "Edit Settings" and then "TVmail" to display...
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Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want ....(Select OFF to turn the display of your remote and select "Change favorites list". On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. You have 4 options to choose from that list....channels you want to see. 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". option to add or remove the ...
Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want ....(Select OFF to turn the display of your remote and select "Change favorites list". On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your favorite channels. You have 4 options to choose from that list....channels you want to see. 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". option to add or remove the ...
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TV Options 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Parental Controls Select "Parental" to an alternate language, when available. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. Channels & Program Info 27 Not all programs have ... parental controls settings by selecting "Parental Controls". Select a language from options listed. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to change audio to quickly lock or unlock your receiver.
TV Options 3 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Parental Controls Select "Parental" to an alternate language, when available. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. Channels & Program Info 27 Not all programs have ... parental controls settings by selecting "Parental Controls". Select a language from options listed. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to change audio to quickly lock or unlock your receiver.
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...to access key system features. Search for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu My Playlist High-Definition Receivers An optional menu item that appear within the 7-day (3½day for channels here ...status of your menu if you enable DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service. You can also search for SD receivers) program guide. Menu Menu Use the main menu to Chapter 3, "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service". Press MENU on your receiver is set an Autotune by title, actor...
...to access key system features. Search for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu My Playlist High-Definition Receivers An optional menu item that appear within the 7-day (3½day for channels here ...status of your menu if you enable DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service. You can also search for SD receivers) program guide. Menu Menu Use the main menu to Chapter 3, "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service". Press MENU on your receiver is set an Autotune by title, actor...
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..., remote, and your telephone provider). Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 TVmail Messages from your entire DIRECTV® System. On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Menu DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - For model H20, select "Customer Care & Help" and then select "Help". Help High-Definition...
..., remote, and your telephone provider). Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 TVmail Messages from your entire DIRECTV® System. On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Menu DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - For model H20, select "Customer Care & Help" and then select "Help". Help High-Definition...
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...the highlight to find programs based on Title, Person, Channel or Keyword. Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have a "Recent Searches" button on -screen keypad by highlighting the ...precise, however you don't always have a folder icon next to start over if you are searching for SD receivers) program guide. Press MENU on the remote, select "Search for Shows" and then select one of the ...letter or Clear (CLR) to it one letter at a time in the on the keypad. 30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Just the first few letters will usually get rid of the following ...
...the highlight to find programs based on Title, Person, Channel or Keyword. Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have a "Recent Searches" button on -screen keypad by highlighting the ...precise, however you don't always have a folder icon next to start over if you are searching for SD receivers) program guide. Press MENU on the remote, select "Search for Shows" and then select one of the ...letter or Clear (CLR) to it one letter at a time in the on the keypad. 30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Just the first few letters will usually get rid of the following ...
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... that has been restricted, or attempts to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be your passcode, you can easily override the limits. On High-Definition Receivers you can also access Parental Controls by pressing INFO, then selecting "Parental", then "Parental Controls". You'll...
... that has been restricted, or attempts to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be your passcode, you can easily override the limits. On High-Definition Receivers you can also access Parental Controls by pressing INFO, then selecting "Parental", then "Parental Controls". You'll...
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... will appear. Ratings Limits The Ratings feature lets you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Use the RED and GREEN keys to reset it. each invalid passcode entered lengthens the delay for subsequent ... and enter your passcode. For more unlock options, press MENU, select "Parental Fav's & Setup", then select "Parental Controls." On High-Definition Receivers you try to tune to a restricted program explaining why the program is discouraged by pressing INFO while watching TV. You must be the registered account...
... will appear. Ratings Limits The Ratings feature lets you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Use the RED and GREEN keys to reset it. each invalid passcode entered lengthens the delay for subsequent ... and enter your passcode. For more unlock options, press MENU, select "Parental Fav's & Setup", then select "Parental Controls." On High-Definition Receivers you try to tune to a restricted program explaining why the program is discouraged by pressing INFO while watching TV. You must be the registered account...