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...40 CHAPTER 3: EXTRAS Caller ID 42 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 43 GameSearch 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...
...40 CHAPTER 3: EXTRAS Caller ID 42 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 43 GameSearch 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...
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... Your Equipment On and Off Note: Each time you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an on . If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your touch point to alert you press a button that is not supported... This universal remote control is your TV. If the light flashes several times for any other reason, press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup," then "Remote Control" (SD Receivers: "Remote") and follow the step by that matches the component you need to be in a position that...
... Your Equipment On and Off Note: Each time you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an on . If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your touch point to alert you press a button that is not supported... This universal remote control is your TV. If the light flashes several times for any other reason, press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup," then "Remote Control" (SD Receivers: "Remote") and follow the step by that matches the component you need to be in a position that...
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Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D makes you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you're watching. Channels & Program Info 19 6 To find them, look for HD ... of 3D programs will not be able to tune to Chapter 4, "System Setup, Display" for ESPN 3D. CHOICETM package or higher required for instructions. If you will display. For more information, visit directv.com/3D Chapter 2 - HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s...
Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D makes you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you're watching. Channels & Program Info 19 6 To find them, look for HD ... of 3D programs will not be able to tune to Chapter 4, "System Setup, Display" for ESPN 3D. CHOICETM package or higher required for instructions. If you will display. For more information, visit directv.com/3D Chapter 2 - HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s...
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... calls into your home (assuming you have connected a land line and subscribe to use your DIRECTV Receiver. On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Channels & Program Info 29 Caller ID Contains a log of help topics and frequently asked ... previews as well as, tips & tricks. Parental, Fav's & Setup Set parental control limits, choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose settings for your TV, remote, and your entire DIRECTV® System. For model H20, select "Customer Care & Help" and then select "Help". Chapter...
... calls into your home (assuming you have connected a land line and subscribe to use your DIRECTV Receiver. On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Channels & Program Info 29 Caller ID Contains a log of help topics and frequently asked ... previews as well as, tips & tricks. Parental, Fav's & Setup Set parental control limits, choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose settings for your TV, remote, and your entire DIRECTV® System. For model H20, select "Customer Care & Help" and then select "Help". Chapter...
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... and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will be your passcode, you can easily override the limits. Parental Controls 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," select "Parental Controls," and then "Edit Settings". Channels & Program Info 33 Lock Now After setting the restrictions you want (see the current status, showing any...
... and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will be your passcode, you can easily override the limits. Parental Controls 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," select "Parental Controls," and then "Edit Settings". Channels & Program Info 33 Lock Now After setting the restrictions you want (see the current status, showing any...
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...number. Select one second. On High-Definition Receivers you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You must be the registered account holder and have your passcode. Use the RED and GREEN keys to reset...discouraged by a time delay; Making multiple entries aimed at guessing the passcode is blocked. For more unlock options, press MENU, select "Parental Fav's & Setup", then select "Parental Controls." Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your passcode. From the left menu, select "Ratings Limits," then select either...
...number. Select one second. On High-Definition Receivers you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You must be the registered account holder and have your passcode. Use the RED and GREEN keys to reset...discouraged by a time delay; Making multiple entries aimed at guessing the passcode is blocked. For more unlock options, press MENU, select "Parental Fav's & Setup", then select "Parental Controls." Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your passcode. From the left menu, select "Ratings Limits," then select either...
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...to make active. To return to displaying all other channels in the guide, select "Change favorites list", and select "All Channels". 38 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You can also choose "Channels I Get" to see only those specific channels listed in the bottom left of... the program guide screen to remind you which list you haven't created a Favorites list, the "Setup Custom 1" and "Setup Custom 2" options will be displayed. Press MENU on your DIRECTV programming package. Favorite Channels Favorite Channels Create lists of your remote, select "Favorites" and then select the...
...to make active. To return to displaying all other channels in the guide, select "Change favorites list", and select "All Channels". 38 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You can also choose "Channels I Get" to see only those specific channels listed in the bottom left of... the program guide screen to remind you which list you haven't created a Favorites list, the "Setup Custom 1" and "Setup Custom 2" options will be displayed. Press MENU on your DIRECTV programming package. Favorite Channels Favorite Channels Create lists of your remote, select "Favorites" and then select the...
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... the room or it as follows: Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Whole-Home" and then "Name Location." 44 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 2. Activate DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service: Once DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service is activated on your account, press...
... the room or it as follows: Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Whole-Home" and then "Name Location." 44 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 2. Activate DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service: Once DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service is activated on your account, press...
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...networked HD DVRs. Chapter 3 - Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Whole-Home" and then "Share Playlist." 5. Extras 45 4 5 6 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 4. Set Playlist Sharing Options ...(HD DVR only): During initial setup, if the receiver is set the following Playlist sharing options: Share Playlist ...
...networked HD DVRs. Chapter 3 - Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Whole-Home" and then "Share Playlist." 5. Extras 45 4 5 6 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 4. Set Playlist Sharing Options ...(HD DVR only): During initial setup, if the receiver is set the following Playlist sharing options: Share Playlist ...
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SETTINGS SETUP AND ACTIVATION 52 CONNECTIONS 53 SYSTEM SETUP 59 Info & Test 59 Display 60 Audio 62 HDTV 63 Network Setup 65 Remote Control 65 Satellite 66 Whole-Home 67 Reset 67 51 CHAPTER 4 -
SETTINGS SETUP AND ACTIVATION 52 CONNECTIONS 53 SYSTEM SETUP 59 Info & Test 59 Display 60 Audio 62 HDTV 63 Network Setup 65 Remote Control 65 Satellite 66 Whole-Home 67 Reset 67 51 CHAPTER 4 -
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...are complete, all that's left position. 2. Be sure to note this information. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions. Activate Your DIRECTV® Service Once all the setup processes are complete, you'll see a message onscreen that 's right for the onscreen program guide. Note your receiver for... any reason, you will need to follow the guided setup screens before starting DIRECTV service. 1. Use the Product Information page to : 1. When you're ready, just call 1-800-531-5000 to pick the...
...are complete, all that's left position. 2. Be sure to note this information. 3. Follow the onscreen instructions. Activate Your DIRECTV® Service Once all the setup processes are complete, you'll see a message onscreen that 's right for the onscreen program guide. Note your receiver for... any reason, you will need to follow the guided setup screens before starting DIRECTV service. 1. Use the Product Information page to : 1. When you're ready, just call 1-800-531-5000 to pick the...
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...equipment, such as a surround sound system, DVD player or burner, or VCR, you have properly connected all the other cables. 54 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Note: Not all receivers and TV models. Due to restrictions imposed by copyright holders, certain programming may include... content protection measures that may need to purchase additional cables depending on your setup. you may restrict viewing or recording with your digital satellite receiver; All of each list. All A/V jacks and inputs are listed...
...equipment, such as a surround sound system, DVD player or burner, or VCR, you have properly connected all the other cables. 54 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Note: Not all receivers and TV models. Due to restrictions imposed by copyright holders, certain programming may include... content protection measures that may need to purchase additional cables depending on your setup. you may restrict viewing or recording with your digital satellite receiver; All of each list. All A/V jacks and inputs are listed...
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...Info & Test Select "Info & Test" to review or change your system settings which include: audio options, video format, TV resolution, network setup, remote control setup and more. Select "Run System Test" to move between the System Info and System Test screens. Settings 59 6 5 4 3 2 1...then press the GREEN and RED buttons on your basic system information such as , current receiver settings. System Setup Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup." Note: Running the System Test may interfere with live TV and scheduled autotunes. as well as receiver ...
...Info & Test Select "Info & Test" to review or change your system settings which include: audio options, video format, TV resolution, network setup, remote control setup and more. Select "Run System Test" to move between the System Info and System Test screens. Settings 59 6 5 4 3 2 1...then press the GREEN and RED buttons on your basic system information such as , current receiver settings. System Setup Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup." Note: Running the System Test may interfere with live TV and scheduled autotunes. as well as receiver ...
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... which one you choose, pressing GUIDE a second time shows you directly to the program guide or to go to a new channel. 60 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Language: Select your remote to hide the SD duplicates. Banner Time: Set the channel banner time to determine... how quickly the banner disappears after moving to the category filter first. System Setup Display Select "Display" and then select either "Preferences", "Captioning" or "Clock". Scrolling Effects: Turn scrolling effects on -screen text language. Guide...
... which one you choose, pressing GUIDE a second time shows you directly to the program guide or to go to a new channel. 60 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Language: Select your remote to hide the SD duplicates. Banner Time: Set the channel banner time to determine... how quickly the banner disappears after moving to the category filter first. System Setup Display Select "Display" and then select either "Preferences", "Captioning" or "Clock". Scrolling Effects: Turn scrolling effects on -screen text language. Guide...
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Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on or off, and to show Daylight Savings time or not. System Setup Chapter 4 - Settings 61 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 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. System Setup Chapter 4 - Settings 61 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 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.
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... are trademarks of sound effects Dolby® Digital: Select whether you want Dolby Digital audio output on your remote to your preferred audio language, i.e. System Setup Audio Select "Audio" to make a persistent change to move between the Language, Sound Effects and Dolby® Digital screens. Look for a surround sound system. Additional...
... are trademarks of sound effects Dolby® Digital: Select whether you want Dolby Digital audio output on your remote to your preferred audio language, i.e. System Setup Audio Select "Audio" to make a persistent change to move between the Language, Sound Effects and Dolby® Digital screens. Look for a surround sound system. Additional...
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... 480p, your receiver will display the program at every channel change your screen format and resolution temporarily, press INFO on the "TV Resolutions" screen. System Setup Chapter 4 - You can turn Native mode ON or OFF. Settings 63 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Because of the program coming into the receiver...
... 480p, your receiver will display the program at every channel change your screen format and resolution temporarily, press INFO on the "TV Resolutions" screen. System Setup Chapter 4 - You can turn Native mode ON or OFF. Settings 63 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Because of the program coming into the receiver...
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System Setup High-Definition Receivers Screen Format: When a program is 4:3 aspect ratio, you may want to "Crop" or cut off the content at the left and right ... the resolutions your TV supports, check the user's guide that matches your TV doesn't support, the receiver will reset the setting after a few seconds. 64 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You can pass the proper signal. If you 're watching a widescreen movie on the top and bottom of the screen...
System Setup High-Definition Receivers Screen Format: When a program is 4:3 aspect ratio, you may want to "Crop" or cut off the content at the left and right ... the resolutions your TV supports, check the user's guide that matches your TV doesn't support, the receiver will reset the setting after a few seconds. 64 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE You can pass the proper signal. If you 're watching a widescreen movie on the top and bottom of the screen...
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... know the model number as well as the brand of your receiver to control other equipment such as your TV, DVD, VCR or Stereo. System Setup Chapter 4 - Settings 65 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter To clear current AV1, AV2 and TV settings use the "Reset Remote" option... to the Internet. Note: This option is in the left-most position, it controls your remote is not available on your DIRECTV receiver. Remote Control When the MODE switch on model H20. From System Setup, select "Remote Control" (SD : "Remote") and then "Program Remote."
... know the model number as well as the brand of your receiver to control other equipment such as your TV, DVD, VCR or Stereo. System Setup Chapter 4 - Settings 65 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter To clear current AV1, AV2 and TV settings use the "Reset Remote" option... to the Internet. Note: This option is in the left-most position, it controls your remote is not available on your DIRECTV receiver. Remote Control When the MODE switch on model H20. From System Setup, select "Remote Control" (SD : "Remote") and then "Program Remote."
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Satellite This option is typically only used by installers when your DIRECTV Remote Control. Refer to RF, select "Remote Control" and then "IR/RF Setup". System Setup IR/RF Setup High-Definition Receivers Certain remote control models feature RF (radio frequency) capability. To change your remote method of...RB" at the end of the receiver, RF transmission lets your put your receiver is initially set up to repeat the satellite setup procedure. 66 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE However, you can come here to see the satellite signal strength your receiver inside a cabinet or...
Satellite This option is typically only used by installers when your DIRECTV Remote Control. Refer to RF, select "Remote Control" and then "IR/RF Setup". System Setup IR/RF Setup High-Definition Receivers Certain remote control models feature RF (radio frequency) capability. To change your remote method of...RB" at the end of the receiver, RF transmission lets your put your receiver is initially set up to repeat the satellite setup procedure. 66 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE However, you can come here to see the satellite signal strength your receiver inside a cabinet or...