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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 ...
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 ...
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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 CHAPTER 1 -
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...onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. These two buttons turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off (for example a DVD... player or surround sound system). Simply slide the mode switch to turn it means the batteries (size AA) are getting ...
...onscreen message will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If your DIRECTV® System was installed professionally, your remote has already been programmed to operate your DIRECTV® Receiver. These two buttons turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on or off (for example a DVD... player or surround sound system). Simply slide the mode switch to turn it means the batteries (size AA) are getting ...
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... you can go . 12:00p Football 12:09p 12:30p The Progress Bar 3 4 5 6 7 If you press the RECORD button during a live show, the progress bar turns orange and the orange record icon appears next to show . 12:00p 12:09p Football R 12:30p 8 CHAPTER 1 - The white line shows where you are...
... you can go . 12:00p Football 12:09p 12:30p The Progress Bar 3 4 5 6 7 If you press the RECORD button during a live show, the progress bar turns orange and the orange record icon appears next to show . 12:00p 12:09p Football R 12:30p 8 CHAPTER 1 - The white line shows where you are...
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TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning". 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. Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The display format is the only difference so check out both to determine your TV to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off.
TV Options Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "Closed Captioning". 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. Select OFF to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The display format is the only difference so check out both to determine your TV to turn the display of subtitles or closed captioning off.
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... future. each invalid passcode entered lengthens the delay for options), choose "Lock Now" from the left menu. He or she will turn the parental controls back on. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Lock Now After setting the restrictions you ... Info 43 Parental Controls 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - You'll be allowed to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be asked to create a passcode. This passcode will be your passcode, you have Parental Controls set . Making multiple entries...
... future. each invalid passcode entered lengthens the delay for options), choose "Lock Now" from the left menu. He or she will turn the parental controls back on. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Lock Now After setting the restrictions you ... Info 43 Parental Controls 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - You'll be allowed to spend or watch beyond limitations set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver off will not be asked to create a passcode. This passcode will be your passcode, you have Parental Controls set . Making multiple entries...
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... it in the program guide and use the RECORD button as described above. Note: You can record two shows at the same time with your DIRECTV DVR if you know your show is now being recorded or is being recorded. Simply find it . From the Guide You don't have made the... proper connections to your satellite dish. 60 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The progress bar will appear and turn orange and the circle R icon will appear next to the title to let you are currently watching, simply press RECORD...
... it in the program guide and use the RECORD button as described above. Note: You can record two shows at the same time with your DIRECTV DVR if you know your show is now being recorded or is being recorded. Simply find it . From the Guide You don't have made the... proper connections to your satellite dish. 60 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE The progress bar will appear and turn orange and the circle R icon will appear next to the title to let you are currently watching, simply press RECORD...
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... Our FREE, award-winning DVR Scheduler Mobile App is available for more information. CHAPTER 4 - Turn your smartphone into the easiest, fastest, most convenient way to find any DIRECTV DVR in advance Browse programs by channel or date & time Get program information instantly, including description..., length and rating Record a single episode or an entire series Order DIRECTV CINEMA™ right on your phone (available for iPhone, Android, Palm, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7), no need to have your receiver...
... Our FREE, award-winning DVR Scheduler Mobile App is available for more information. CHAPTER 4 - Turn your smartphone into the easiest, fastest, most convenient way to find any DIRECTV DVR in advance Browse programs by channel or date & time Get program information instantly, including description..., length and rating Record a single episode or an entire series Order DIRECTV CINEMA™ right on your phone (available for iPhone, Android, Palm, BlackBerry and Windows Phone 7), no need to have your receiver...
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... MENU and select "Caller ID," then select "Turn on Notices." To see your receiver to display onscreen call log at any time. You can review your Call Log, select "TVmail & Caller ID," select "Edit Settings", then select "Caller ID." 76 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE To display your 25... most recent calls in the call notices as follows: Press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "Turn On Notices." Highlight and select a name to delete that listing from your ...
... MENU and select "Caller ID," then select "Turn on Notices." To see your receiver to display onscreen call log at any time. You can review your Call Log, select "TVmail & Caller ID," select "Edit Settings", then select "Caller ID." 76 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE To display your 25... most recent calls in the call notices as follows: Press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "Turn On Notices." Highlight and select a name to delete that listing from your ...
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..., cast & crew, parental info, similar shows, and photos. Go to your favorite channels and sports. DIRECTV™ iPad® App DIRECTV™ iPad® App The DIRECTV™ iPad® App is a FREE app that turns your iPad into a remote control, giving you want to include. Search for more information. 78... DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You choose the teams and sports you more , all sports. Customize your home screen with a tap. Features: Use ...
..., cast & crew, parental info, similar shows, and photos. Go to your favorite channels and sports. DIRECTV™ iPad® App DIRECTV™ iPad® App The DIRECTV™ iPad® App is a FREE app that turns your iPad into a remote control, giving you want to include. Search for more information. 78... DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You choose the teams and sports you more , all sports. Customize your home screen with a tap. Features: Use ...
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... information. 3. Using the arrow keys on !) 3. Have on the access card itself. Follow the onscreen instructions. The DIRECTV DVR will need to follow the screen instructions and you will turn on. (Make sure your TV is on hand your service address, social security number and a valid major credit card.... 2. Note your receiver ID and access card numbers. Activate Your DIRECTV® Service Once all that 's right for you...
... information. 3. Using the arrow keys on !) 3. Have on the access card itself. Follow the onscreen instructions. The DIRECTV DVR will need to follow the screen instructions and you will turn on. (Make sure your TV is on hand your service address, social security number and a valid major credit card.... 2. Note your receiver ID and access card numbers. Activate Your DIRECTV® Service Once all that 's right for you...
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...ONLY): Choose whether you want the first press of large text areas when they scroll. No matter which include: Recording Tips (HD Receivers ONLY): Turn "On" or "Off" helpful tips that display on screen whenever you the other option. Banner Time: Set the channel banner time to determine... a recording. This affects the appearance of the GUIDE button to take you HD channels and their duplicate SD channels or to a new channel. 98 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE System Setup Display Select "Display" and then select either "Preferences", "Captioning" or "Clock". Guide shows: Select whether you ...
...ONLY): Choose whether you want the first press of large text areas when they scroll. No matter which include: Recording Tips (HD Receivers ONLY): Turn "On" or "Off" helpful tips that display on screen whenever you the other option. Banner Time: Set the channel banner time to determine... a recording. This affects the appearance of the GUIDE button to take you HD channels and their duplicate SD channels or to a new channel. 98 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE System Setup Display Select "Display" and then select either "Preferences", "Captioning" or "Clock". Guide shows: Select whether you ...
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... display of your time zone and whether you want the receiver to show Daylight Savings time or not. Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on or off, and to set the "aspect ratio" of captions.
... display of your time zone and whether you want the receiver to show Daylight Savings time or not. Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on or off, and to set the "aspect ratio" of captions.
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When Native Mode is being broadcast in that format. Native: You can turn Native mode ON or OFF. For example, if Native mode is ON and a program is ON, your High-Definition Receiver tells the TV to show ...
When Native Mode is being broadcast in that format. Native: You can turn Native mode ON or OFF. For example, if Native mode is ON and a program is ON, your High-Definition Receiver tells the TV to show ...
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...is on the right. The message at 1-800-531-5000 and mention the error code number when prompted. 110 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your reception should return to improve performance and upgrade features and functions. Onscreen Error Messages ...at right shows an example of what causes the onscreen message to display, while the second line displays instructions to directv.com/troubleshooting and select the onscreen error message for a few minutes. Most onscreen messages supply an error code ...you will occur automatically, usually at times when the receiver would likely be turned off.
...is on the right. The message at 1-800-531-5000 and mention the error code number when prompted. 110 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Your reception should return to improve performance and upgrade features and functions. Onscreen Error Messages ...at right shows an example of what causes the onscreen message to display, while the second line displays instructions to directv.com/troubleshooting and select the onscreen error message for a few minutes. Most onscreen messages supply an error code ...you will occur automatically, usually at times when the receiver would likely be turned off.
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...& Troubleshooting 111 5 6 7 8 First make sure that there is inserted in the DIRECTV Receiver. If you have problems, call DIRECTV Customer Service at 1-800-531-5000. 8. Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position to put the remote control in place correctly. are experiencing any of these steps to... run the diagnostics system test on your DVR. Turn on your digital satellite receiver. The access card is a...
...& Troubleshooting 111 5 6 7 8 First make sure that there is inserted in the DIRECTV Receiver. If you have problems, call DIRECTV Customer Service at 1-800-531-5000. 8. Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position to put the remote control in place correctly. are experiencing any of these steps to... run the diagnostics system test on your DVR. Turn on your digital satellite receiver. The access card is a...
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Press the TV/VCR button on the VCR remote or on with either the remote or from the front panel. DIRECTV DVR will not turn on Your receiver won't turn the DIRECTV® Receiver back on remote. • If still not responding, check batteries - Receiver or power strip is not plugged in to a power source...
Press the TV/VCR button on the VCR remote or on with either the remote or from the front panel. DIRECTV DVR will not turn on Your receiver won't turn the DIRECTV® Receiver back on remote. • If still not responding, check batteries - Receiver or power strip is not plugged in to a power source...
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... heat may have been activated due to a different channel without a remote control command. 114 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Solution: - Wait 30 seconds for internal circuits to reset, then turn your DIRECTV® Receiver back on your DIRECTV® Receiver. DIRECTV DVR turns on . - You may have caused the receiver to go into a power strip, make...
... heat may have been activated due to a different channel without a remote control command. 114 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Solution: - Wait 30 seconds for internal circuits to reset, then turn your DIRECTV® Receiver back on your DIRECTV® Receiver. DIRECTV DVR turns on . - You may have caused the receiver to go into a power strip, make...
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...be hooked up to record the show as requested. - CHAPTER 7 - A scheduled recording may have live video. - Blank screen There is not currently broadcasting, or that DIRECTV DVR and TV are both powered on the front panel of the receiver. Press the POWER button on . - Press the red RESET button behind the... Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 Frequently Asked Questions Possible Causes: - Your TV's timer may be tuned to a channel that is nothing on the TV remote control to turn off the TV's timer. Try another channel and see if there are not powered on the front panel of the...
...be hooked up to record the show as requested. - CHAPTER 7 - A scheduled recording may have live video. - Blank screen There is not currently broadcasting, or that DIRECTV DVR and TV are both powered on the front panel of the receiver. Press the POWER button on . - Press the red RESET button behind the... Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 Frequently Asked Questions Possible Causes: - Your TV's timer may be tuned to a channel that is nothing on the TV remote control to turn off the TV's timer. Try another channel and see if there are not powered on the front panel of the...
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... those not supported by changing the input to one your TV screen when phone calls come in. You are on TV by your DIRECTV® Receiver. Turn on TV? - Verify that audio cables are secure and connected correctly. - Verify "MUTE" button not activated. - For 1080p programs... instructions. - Solution: - The Caller ID feature in Chapter 5. - Caller ID not working Caller ID information isn't showing on the front of the DIRECTV® Receiver. Help & Troubleshooting 119 5 6 7 8 Press the RESET button behind the access panel door on your TV supports. You don't subscribe...
... those not supported by changing the input to one your TV screen when phone calls come in. You are on TV by your DIRECTV® Receiver. Turn on TV? - Verify that audio cables are secure and connected correctly. - Verify "MUTE" button not activated. - For 1080p programs... instructions. - Solution: - The Caller ID feature in Chapter 5. - Caller ID not working Caller ID information isn't showing on the front of the DIRECTV® Receiver. Help & Troubleshooting 119 5 6 7 8 Press the RESET button behind the access panel door on your TV supports. You don't subscribe...