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... programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from pushing the POWER button to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. Getting Connected If a professional installed... your favorite programs. This user guide applies to recording your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 6: Settings. Welcome! Now that you're...
... programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from pushing the POWER button to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. Getting Connected If a professional installed... your favorite programs. This user guide applies to recording your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 6: Settings. Welcome! Now that you're...
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... 105 Whole-Home 105 Reset 106 Access Card 106 CHAPTER 7: HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING Help 108 Troubleshooting Tips 109 Reset/Reauthorizing Your Receiver 109 System 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 Network Your HD DVR 156...
... 105 Whole-Home 105 Reset 106 Access Card 106 CHAPTER 7: HELP & TROUBLESHOOTING Help 108 Troubleshooting Tips 109 Reset/Reauthorizing Your Receiver 109 System 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 Network Your HD DVR 156...
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... apparatus near any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10...
... apparatus near any way, such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other . A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10...
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...covers may also void your attention to it . Refer also to operate the equipment. • Do not drop your receiver. Refer servicing to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; Blocking the airflow to the unit could void the user's authority to the 810-2 which must be left uncovered...risk of fire or shock. CAUTION: Avoid moisture to call your warranty. Also, never spill liquid on the receiver, and do not stack the receiver on the DIRECTV® Receiver must be used near anything WET or HOT! Note to Satellite Dish Installer: This reminder is to prevent ...
...covers may also void your attention to it . Refer also to operate the equipment. • Do not drop your receiver. Refer servicing to disassemble the DIRECTV® Receiver yourself; Blocking the airflow to the unit could void the user's authority to the 810-2 which must be left uncovered...risk of fire or shock. CAUTION: Avoid moisture to call your warranty. Also, never spill liquid on the receiver, and do not stack the receiver on the DIRECTV® Receiver must be used near anything WET or HOT! Note to Satellite Dish Installer: This reminder is to prevent ...
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Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Model No. * Serial No. 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 acquisition. Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver.
Acquisition Date Dealer/Address/Phone Access Card * Receiver ID * 12 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Model No. * Serial No. 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 acquisition. Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver.
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...; System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to control your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the mode switch is in the left-most position to turn a single component on or off or on or off... press a button that is not supported by step instructions. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you . 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
...; System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to control your DIRECTV® Receiver. If the mode switch is in the left-most position to turn a single component on or off or on or off... press a button that is not supported by step instructions. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you . 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
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...fastforwarding to go to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to normal play . Hold down to continue to skip multiples of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to record a series. FFWD / JUMP TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live ... television program. REW / JUMP TO TICKMARK Rewinds recorded or live TV currently on screen. Press twice to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you 're watching backwards 6 seconds and starts playing from that point. PLAY / SLOW MOTION Starts the recorded ...
...fastforwarding to go to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to normal play . Hold down to continue to skip multiples of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to record a series. FFWD / JUMP TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live ... television program. REW / JUMP TO TICKMARK Rewinds recorded or live TV currently on screen. Press twice to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you 're watching backwards 6 seconds and starts playing from that point. PLAY / SLOW MOTION Starts the recorded ...
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...required for HD after the program title in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in the Guide, starting on ...go to Chapter 6, "Settings, System Setup, Display" for HD after the channel call sign (i.e. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - For a list of 3D programs will display. STZHD or CNNHD) in...Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in HD and requires...
...required for HD after the program title in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. Note: There is no separate 3D fee but DIRECTV 3D programming is broadcast in the Guide, starting on ...go to Chapter 6, "Settings, System Setup, Display" for HD after the channel call sign (i.e. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - For a list of 3D programs will display. STZHD or CNNHD) in...Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in HD and requires...
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.... 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 channel.
.... 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 channel.
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DIRECTV sends messages to you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. TV Options TV Options...important news items or special promotions. TVmail Select "TVmail," to see your messages. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE When you of the program. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" ...have new mail, an "envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your receiver.
DIRECTV sends messages to you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. TV Options TV Options...important news items or special promotions. TVmail Select "TVmail," to see your messages. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE When you of the program. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" ...have new mail, an "envelope" icon appears in the channel banner. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your receiver.
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... favorite channels. This is active, select the "Add..." When you watch most often. option to add or remove the current channel from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. TV Options 2 3 4 5 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you 've watched...
... favorite channels. This is active, select the "Add..." When you watch most often. option to add or remove the current channel from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. TV Options 2 3 4 5 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you 've watched...
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TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning". Select OFF to determine your TV to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The display format is the only difference so check out both to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off. SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time.
TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning". Select OFF to determine your TV to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The display format is the only difference so check out both to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off. SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time.
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For more information on your receiver. Channels & Program Info 29 On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. ...
For more information on your receiver. Channels & Program Info 29 On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. ...
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...DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to the Info screen. Select a title to go to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you to pause, fast forward, rewind and play YouTube content. You may use Parental Controls to limit ... Video" to report a video for similar videos, "More From..." These videos are streamed to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your receiver is connected to the Internet, the last entry in the search results list will be saved).
...DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to the Info screen. Select a title to go to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you to pause, fast forward, rewind and play YouTube content. You may use Parental Controls to limit ... Video" to report a video for similar videos, "More From..." These videos are streamed to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) If you select YouTube If your receiver is connected to the Internet, the last entry in the search results list will be saved).
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Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on your search (and avoid extra typing). Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) Recent Searches If you've ever used the search feature to find a favorite movie, actor, sports team etc...you can reuse your remote and select "Smart Search". Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Your receiver displays your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order.
Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on your search (and avoid extra typing). Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) Recent Searches If you've ever used the search feature to find a favorite movie, actor, sports team etc...you can reuse your remote and select "Smart Search". Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Your receiver displays your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order.
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.... An onscreen message will turn the parental controls back on. Using your entry to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will appear whenever anyone tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to unlocking and adjusting limitations in the...
.... An onscreen message will turn the parental controls back on. Using your entry to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will appear whenever anyone tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to unlocking and adjusting limitations in the...
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Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your remote to switch between tabs. On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your passcode. Various options for Movies, TV and Other (unrated) ... are locked, a message appears if you try to tune to a restricted program explaining why the program is a separate tab for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: If you can also unlock Parental Control by pressing INFO while watching TV. You must be the registered account holder...
Select "Parental" then "Unlock All" and enter your remote to switch between tabs. On Standard-Definition Receivers, select "Ratings" and then highlight the desired tab using the GREEN and RED buttons on your passcode. Various options for Movies, TV and Other (unrated) ... are locked, a message appears if you try to tune to a restricted program explaining why the program is a separate tab for Movies, TV and Other. 44 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: If you can also unlock Parental Control by pressing INFO while watching TV. You must be the registered account holder...
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... from viewing pre-selected channels. Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to save time. 46 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select "Channel Blocks" (or "Chan Blocks" on StandardDefinition Receivers), then highlight and select the box to toggle between "Hide Adult" and "Show Adult". Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult...
... from viewing pre-selected channels. Scroll down the channel list and select those you wish to save time. 46 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select "Channel Blocks" (or "Chan Blocks" on StandardDefinition Receivers), then highlight and select the box to toggle between "Hide Adult" and "Show Adult". Select "Adult Channels" (or "Adult...
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... select the start times and durations for viewing. and/or weekend nights-FridaySaturday, and Sunday. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on your household. CHAPTER 2 - You can be spent on each Pay Per View purchase. Parental ...
... select the start times and durations for viewing. and/or weekend nights-FridaySaturday, and Sunday. Select "Viewing Hours" (or "Hours" on Standard-Definition Receivers). Then enter your preferred spending dollar limit using the numbers on your household. CHAPTER 2 - You can be spent on each Pay Per View purchase. Parental ...