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All other ENERGY STAR labeled set-top boxes, when used in conjunction with the DIRECTV Whole-Home DVR service. When you see the ENERGY STAR label on your set-top box, it means that your set -top boxes qualify for ENERGY STAR only when configured with a DIRECTV subscription, meet ENERGY STAR criteria without requiring the consumer to take any additional steps. However, ENERGY STAR labeled HD DVR set -top box is ENERGY STAR qualified, giving you the benefit of saving energy and helping our environment.
All other ENERGY STAR labeled set-top boxes, when used in conjunction with the DIRECTV Whole-Home DVR service. When you see the ENERGY STAR label on your set-top box, it means that your set -top boxes qualify for ENERGY STAR only when configured with a DIRECTV subscription, meet ENERGY STAR criteria without requiring the consumer to take any additional steps. However, ENERGY STAR labeled HD DVR set -top box is ENERGY STAR qualified, giving you the benefit of saving energy and helping our environment.
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... able to view the HD channels included in your programming package. • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. Now that you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 6: Settings.... shown here. I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe to DIRECTV DVR service in order to use to recording your DIRECTV® Receiver, you step by step through everything from DIRECTV CINEMA™. If your receiver was designed to accommodate several models of the biggest box office movies...
... able to view the HD channels included in your programming package. • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. Now that you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 6: Settings.... shown here. I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe to DIRECTV DVR service in order to use to recording your DIRECTV® Receiver, you step by step through everything from DIRECTV CINEMA™. If your receiver was designed to accommodate several models of the biggest box office movies...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to the DIRECTV Family 5 Safety & Care 10 Product Information 12 CHAPTER 1: YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Your Remote Control 14 Turning Your Equipment On and Off 14 Navigation and Destination Buttons 15 Shortcut Buttons 15 DVR Control Buttons 16 The Progress Bar 17 Live Buffer 18 CHAPTER 2: CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO Program...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to the DIRECTV Family 5 Safety & Care 10 Product Information 12 CHAPTER 1: YOUR REMOTE CONTROL Your Remote Control 14 Turning Your Equipment On and Off 14 Navigation and Destination Buttons 15 Shortcut Buttons 15 DVR Control Buttons 16 The Progress Bar 17 Live Buffer 18 CHAPTER 2: CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO Program...
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...Manual Recording 70 Record Defaults 71 Recording from a Computer or Phone 72 CHAPTER 5: EXTRAS Caller ID 76 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 77 DIRECTV™ iPad® App 78 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 79 GameSearch 84 GSN Game Lounge 84 8 Music, Photos & More 85 QuickTune 88 ScoreGuide 88... TVApps 89 CHAPTER 6: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 92 Guided Setup 92 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 92 Connections 93 Your Phone...
...Manual Recording 70 Record Defaults 71 Recording from a Computer or Phone 72 CHAPTER 5: EXTRAS Caller ID 76 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 77 DIRECTV™ iPad® App 78 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 79 GameSearch 84 GSN Game Lounge 84 8 Music, Photos & More 85 QuickTune 88 ScoreGuide 88... TVApps 89 CHAPTER 6: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 92 Guided Setup 92 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 92 Connections 93 Your Phone...
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... Software Updates 110 Onscreen Error Messages 110 Run the System Test 111 Frequently Asked Questions 112 CHAPTER 8: WARRANTY & OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 126 DIRECTV Protection Plan 129 FCC Customer Information 131 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 135 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels ......148 Appendix 2: How to...
... Software Updates 110 Onscreen Error Messages 110 Run the System Test 111 Frequently Asked Questions 112 CHAPTER 8: WARRANTY & OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 126 DIRECTV Protection Plan 129 FCC Customer Information 131 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 135 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panels ......148 Appendix 2: How to...
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...these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other .... indicates that there are provided for your outlet, consult an electrician for long periods of the equipment. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards. Install in the literature accompanying this apparatus during ...
...these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all servicing to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other .... indicates that there are provided for your outlet, consult an electrician for long periods of the equipment. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards. Install in the literature accompanying this apparatus during ...
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Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. *These numbers are typically 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 * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. *These numbers are typically 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.
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CHAPTER 1 - YOUR REMOTE CONTROL YOUR REMOTE CONTROL 14 Turning Your Equipment On and Off 14 Navigation and Destination Buttons 15 Shortcut Buttons 15 DVR Control Buttons 16 THE PROGRESS BAR 17 LIVE BUFFER 18 13
CHAPTER 1 - YOUR REMOTE CONTROL YOUR REMOTE CONTROL 14 Turning Your Equipment On and Off 14 Navigation and Destination Buttons 15 Shortcut Buttons 15 DVR Control Buttons 16 THE PROGRESS BAR 17 LIVE BUFFER 18 13
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... press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off (for example a DVD player or surround sound system). If you need to turn it means..., select Parental, Fav's & Setup, then System Setup, then Remote, and follow the step by that is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. The mode switch must always be replaced. Simply slide the mode switch to the position that matches the component you press a button that...
... press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE These two buttons turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off (for example a DVD player or surround sound system). If you need to turn it means..., select Parental, Fav's & Setup, then System Setup, then Remote, and follow the step by that is in the left-most position to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. The mode switch must always be replaced. Simply slide the mode switch to the position that matches the component you press a button that...
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... END OF PROGRAM Jumps ahead in recorded or live or prerecorded television program. Press multiple times to the end of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. Hold this stops playback, displays the recorded program info screen and inserts live TV in the Guide and live ...Press up to four times to fast-forward at increasing speeds. While paused, press FFWD or REW to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Hold down REPLAY jumps to the beginning of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to move forward...
... END OF PROGRAM Jumps ahead in recorded or live or prerecorded television program. Press multiple times to the end of the program. *Some Standard-Definition DVRs (models R15/R16) work differently. Hold this stops playback, displays the recorded program info screen and inserts live TV in the Guide and live ...Press up to four times to fast-forward at increasing speeds. While paused, press FFWD or REW to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Hold down REPLAY jumps to the beginning of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to move forward...
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Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 The Progress Bar When you use the DVR control buttons, this indicator bar appears at the bottom of the green bar shows how far back in the program and how far you can ...
Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 The Progress Bar When you use the DVR control buttons, this indicator bar appears at the bottom of the green bar shows how far back in the program and how far you can ...
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Live Buffer Live Buffer Your DVR saves programs to the hard drive instantly and continuously, while you pause or rewind a program. Note: You cannot fast forward during a show to display the ... ability to 90 minutes) using REWIND, as long as you pause, rewind, fast forward or instant replay (jump back 6 seconds). This "live buffer. Standard-Definition DVRs If you change channels, you can go. If you want to flip between them both and then use the PREV(ious) button on either channel...
Live Buffer Live Buffer Your DVR saves programs to the hard drive instantly and continuously, while you pause or rewind a program. Note: You cannot fast forward during a show to display the ... ability to 90 minutes) using REWIND, as long as you pause, rewind, fast forward or instant replay (jump back 6 seconds). This "live buffer. Standard-Definition DVRs If you change channels, you can go. If you want to flip between them both and then use the PREV(ious) button on either channel...
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CHAPTER 2 - CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO PROGRAM GUIDE 20 Mini-Guide 23 Filtering the Guide 23 Guide Options 24 CHANNEL BANNER 25 TV OPTIONS 26 MENU 30 SMART SEARCH (High-Definition DVRs 32 SEARCH FOR SHOWS (Standard-Definition DVRs 39 PARENTAL CONTROLS 42 FAVORITE CHANNELS 48 19
CHAPTER 2 - CHANNELS & PROGRAM INFO PROGRAM GUIDE 20 Mini-Guide 23 Filtering the Guide 23 Guide Options 24 CHANNEL BANNER 25 TV OPTIONS 26 MENU 30 SMART SEARCH (High-Definition DVRs 32 SEARCH FOR SHOWS (Standard-Definition DVRs 39 PARENTAL CONTROLS 42 FAVORITE CHANNELS 48 19
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...'s showing, press the GUIDE button to move one cell at the bottom of the screen for details. Unsubscribed Channels 20 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Look for details. Local Channels Your DIRECTV-provided local channels can navigate in this chapter for shortcuts (use the ARROW buttons to move ahead in the guide that...
...'s showing, press the GUIDE button to move one cell at the bottom of the screen for details. Unsubscribed Channels 20 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Look for details. Local Channels Your DIRECTV-provided local channels can navigate in this chapter for shortcuts (use the ARROW buttons to move ahead in the guide that...
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... (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in the Guide, starting on channel 103. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - CHOICE™ package or higher required for HD after the channel call sign... you want to make you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you're watching. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in the guide. To find them, look for ESPN 3D. Channels & Program Info 21 For a list of 3D ...
... (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in the Guide, starting on channel 103. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - CHOICE™ package or higher required for HD after the channel call sign... you want to make you feel like you could reach out and touch whatever you're watching. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in the guide. To find them, look for ESPN 3D. Channels & Program Info 21 For a list of 3D ...
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.... If you want to see on one of the channels full-screen, move to move the yellow highlight box over it and press SELECT. 22 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE When accessing these channels you see one screen. Press the ACTIVE button on your remote to hear the audio associated with a qualifying...
.... If you want to see on one of the channels full-screen, move to move the yellow highlight box over it and press SELECT. 22 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE When accessing these channels you see one screen. Press the ACTIVE button on your remote to hear the audio associated with a qualifying...
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...Time Select "Jump to a date & time" to quickly go to display "Guide Options." See "Favorite Channels" section later in chronological order. 24 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Pay Per View Select "Pay Per View" and then the type of show you have defined. Program Guide Guide Options From the program..." option allows you to toggle the channels displayed in chronological order that match your custom list. Sort Programs by Category Select "Sort programs by DIRECTV, some of which may not be in your guide between any of the following: "All Channels," "Channels I Get" (channels you subscribe to...
...Time Select "Jump to a date & time" to quickly go to display "Guide Options." See "Favorite Channels" section later in chronological order. 24 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Pay Per View Select "Pay Per View" and then the type of show you have defined. Program Guide Guide Options From the program..." option allows you to toggle the channels displayed in chronological order that match your custom list. Sort Programs by Category Select "Sort programs by DIRECTV, some of which may not be in your guide between any of the following: "All Channels," "Channels I Get" (channels you subscribe to...
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... Banner When you find a current show in the guide you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On High-Definition DVRs 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...
... Banner When you find a current show in the guide you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On High-Definition DVRs 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...
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...Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE We also notify you for quick access to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you have new ...mail, an "envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. TVmail Select "TVmail," to your messages. DIRECTV sends messages to read a brief description ...
...Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE We also notify you for quick access to options such as, TVmail, Program Info, the Last Five channels you have new ...mail, an "envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. TVmail Select "TVmail," to your messages. DIRECTV sends messages to read a brief description ...