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...to over 285 channels of TV programming, satellite music and a great selection of the biggest box office movies from DIRECTV CINEMA™. Getting Connected If a professional installed your DIRECTV® Receiver, you 're plugged in, it's time to start enjoying access to start watching TV. Because this user ...to HD Access in your favorite programs. This user guide applies to the DIRECTV Family! We'll take you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. If your receiver was designed to view the HD channels included in order to be able ...
...to over 285 channels of TV programming, satellite music and a great selection of the biggest box office movies from DIRECTV CINEMA™. Getting Connected If a professional installed your DIRECTV® Receiver, you 're plugged in, it's time to start enjoying access to start watching TV. Because this user ...to HD Access in your favorite programs. This user guide applies to the DIRECTV Family! We'll take you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. If your receiver was designed to view the HD channels included in order to be able ...
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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 receiver. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 9 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 your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of acquisition. Model No. * Serial No.
Product Information Keep your receiver. Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 9 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 your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of acquisition. Model No. * Serial No.
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...these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Install in the literature accompanying this apparatus near any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . Meaning of...Do not defeat the safety purpose of electric shock is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your safety. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards.
...these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Install in the literature accompanying this apparatus near any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . Meaning of...Do not defeat the safety purpose of electric shock is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into your safety. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards.
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... National Electrical Code. Try not to rain or moisture. There is the category number 3. Refer servicing to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; the vent slots on the front panel of explosion if batteries are not expressly approved by connecting all cable plugs... the warranty or by inserting all the components before you connect or disconnect any openings in the DIRECTV® Receiver (other than down the middle once connected. The DIRECTV® Receiver unit must therefore be installed next to the power point which are incorrectly replaced. • For...
... National Electrical Code. Try not to rain or moisture. There is the category number 3. Refer servicing to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; the vent slots on the front panel of explosion if batteries are not expressly approved by connecting all cable plugs... the warranty or by inserting all the components before you connect or disconnect any openings in the DIRECTV® Receiver (other than down the middle once connected. The DIRECTV® Receiver unit must therefore be installed next to the power point which are incorrectly replaced. • For...
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...just one press, it off or on or off together. If the mode switch is in the left-most position to control your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message will pop up to alert you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an on or off... Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup," then "Remote Control" (SD Receivers: "Remote") and follow the step by that particular piece of the remote flashes. Mode Switch 14 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn your DIRECTV® Receiver. The mode switch must always be replaced. Your Remote Control This universal...
...just one press, it off or on or off together. If the mode switch is in the left-most position to control your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on -screen message will pop up to alert you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an on or off... Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup," then "Remote Control" (SD Receivers: "Remote") and follow the step by that particular piece of the remote flashes. Mode Switch 14 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn your DIRECTV® Receiver. The mode switch must always be replaced. Your Remote Control This universal...
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...Channels" for details. use the CHAN/PAGE button to come back 12 hours). type in the guide from channel numbers 2 through 69. Unsubscribed Channels 18 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE If you press GUIDE twice, you'll see what's showing, press the GUIDE button to hide those channels. You can... navigate in the guide as follows: use the ARROW buttons to move one cell at the bottom of the screen for SD receivers. Program Guide Program Guide To see a screen that are shown grayed out. Unsubscribed Channels Channels in time 12 hours, once there use the GREEN ...
...Channels" for details. use the CHAN/PAGE button to come back 12 hours). type in the guide from channel numbers 2 through 69. Unsubscribed Channels 18 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE If you press GUIDE twice, you'll see what's showing, press the GUIDE button to hide those channels. You can... navigate in the guide as follows: use the ARROW buttons to move one cell at the bottom of the screen for SD receivers. Program Guide Program Guide To see a screen that are shown grayed out. Unsubscribed Channels Channels in time 12 hours, once there use the GREEN ...
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...DIRECTV 3D makes you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you're watching. STZHD or CNNHD) in the channel column of the guide and also look for instructions. Program Guide Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 5 3D Channels High-Definition Receivers ...Just like the 3D experience in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. For a list of a channel in ...
...DIRECTV 3D makes you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you're watching. STZHD or CNNHD) in the channel column of the guide and also look for instructions. Program Guide Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 5 3D Channels High-Definition Receivers ...Just like the 3D experience in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. For a list of a channel in ...
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... for the biggest box office movies! Program Guide DIRECTV CINEMA™ You don't have to delete it for any reason before the program starts airing. Select the Buy option and follow the onscreen instructions. com. Ordering PPV events works the same way as your receiver is connected to order. Otherwise, order at...
... for the biggest box office movies! Program Guide DIRECTV CINEMA™ You don't have to delete it for any reason before the program starts airing. Select the Buy option and follow the onscreen instructions. com. Ordering PPV events works the same way as your receiver is connected to order. Otherwise, order at...
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... channel banner also provides easy access to highlight an option, then press SELECT. 24 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Use the ARROW keys to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to display the channel banner while watching a program. Select "More Info" for...
... channel banner also provides easy access to highlight an option, then press SELECT. 24 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Use the ARROW keys to TVmail, the last five channels you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to display the channel banner while watching a program. Select "More Info" for...
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...Select "TVmail," to read a brief description of previous channels you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. DIRECTV sends messages to you for quick access to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you 've watched (up to ...see your messages. On SD Receivers and HD Receiver model H20, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," "Edit Settings" and then "TVmail" to 5). Chapter 2 - Last 5 Select "Last 5" ...
...Select "TVmail," to read a brief description of previous channels you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. DIRECTV sends messages to you for quick access to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you 've watched (up to ...see your messages. On SD Receivers and HD Receiver model H20, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," "Edit Settings" and then "TVmail" to 5). Chapter 2 - Last 5 Select "Last 5" ...
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..."Remove..." Both options display the same text so only one of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to see. TV Options Favorite Channel Lists ...Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". option to determine your remote and select "Change favorites list". The display format is active, select the "Add..." On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your preference. (Select OFF to .
..."Remove..." Both options display the same text so only one of subtitles or closed captioning off.) 26 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Closed Captioning High-Definition Receivers Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning" for the option you want to see. TV Options Favorite Channel Lists ...Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". option to determine your remote and select "Change favorites list". The display format is active, select the "Add..." On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your preference. (Select OFF to .
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Select a language from options listed. For more information on your receiver. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". Not all programs have alternate languages. TV Options 3 ...Chapter 2 - You can also customize your display, and to change audio to an alternate language, when available. 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. Parental Controls Select "Parental" to change the ...
Select a language from options listed. For more information on your receiver. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to quickly lock or unlock your remote and then select "Audio Options". Not all programs have alternate languages. TV Options 3 ...Chapter 2 - You can also customize your display, and to change audio to an alternate language, when available. 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. Parental Controls Select "Parental" to change the ...
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...make it go to Chapter 3, "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service". Search for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu Press MENU on your menu if you enable DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service. You... can also search for SD receivers) program guide. Menu Menu Use the main...
...make it go to Chapter 3, "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service". Search for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu Press MENU on your menu if you enable DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service. You... can also search for SD receivers) program guide. Menu Menu Use the main...
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...subscribe to use your telephone provider). Channels & Program Info 29 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 TVmail Messages from your DIRECTV Receiver. Caller ID Contains a log of help topics and frequently asked questions that explain how to Caller ID phone service from... DIRECTV about new features and services, free previews as well as, tips & tricks. On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Parental, Fav's...
...subscribe to use your telephone provider). Channels & Program Info 29 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 TVmail Messages from your DIRECTV Receiver. Caller ID Contains a log of help topics and frequently asked questions that explain how to Caller ID phone service from... DIRECTV about new features and services, free previews as well as, tips & tricks. On HD Receivers (except model H20) "Help" can be found under "Parental, Fav's & Setup." Parental, Fav's...
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... the following categories: Search by highlighting the letter you see your criterion within the 7-day (3 ½-day for SD receivers) program guide. Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have to enter the complete title. Search for Shows Search for Shows Use the "Search for Shows" option... to find programs based on the keypad. 30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on the remote, select "Search for ,...
... the following categories: Search by highlighting the letter you see your criterion within the 7-day (3 ½-day for SD receivers) program guide. Standard-Definition Receivers SD receivers do not have to enter the complete title. Search for Shows Search for Shows Use the "Search for Shows" option... to find programs based on the keypad. 30 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on the remote, select "Search for ,...
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On High-Definition Receivers you want them for all categories. An onscreen message will be your passcode, you can also access Parental Controls by pressing INFO, then selecting "Parental", ... (see the current status, showing any restrictions. Note: If you 're always able to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be asked to unlocking and adjusting limitations in the future. He or she will turn parental controls back on just who's watching...
On High-Definition Receivers you want them for all categories. An onscreen message will be your passcode, you can also access Parental Controls by pressing INFO, then selecting "Parental", ... (see the current status, showing any restrictions. Note: If you 're always able to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be asked to unlocking and adjusting limitations in the future. He or she will turn parental controls back on just who's watching...
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... TV and Other options are locked, a message appears if you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Various options for subsequent entry by a time delay; Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your account ...passcode. Parental Controls Unlock Now When parental controls are displayed as tabs. Making multiple entries aimed at guessing the passcode is blocked. On SD Receivers, select "Ratings." From the left menu, select "Ratings Limits," then select either Movies, TV or Other. each invalid passcode entered lengthens...
... TV and Other options are locked, a message appears if you forget your passcode, call 1-800-531-5000 to select the desired tab. 34 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Various options for subsequent entry by a time delay; Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your account ...passcode. Parental Controls Unlock Now When parental controls are displayed as tabs. Making multiple entries aimed at guessing the passcode is blocked. On SD Receivers, select "Ratings." From the left menu, select "Ratings Limits," then select either Movies, TV or Other. each invalid passcode entered lengthens...