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...your programming package. • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from pushing the ... TV. Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you 're ready to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. If your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 6: Settings....
...your programming package. • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service in , enjoy over 285 channels of programming inclusive of satellite music plus an extensive selection of DIRECTV® Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from pushing the ... TV. Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you 're ready to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. If your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 6: Settings....
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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 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 163 Index...
...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 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 163 Index...
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..., use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to qualified service personnel. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You should, however, be aware of the following important precautions for long periods...
..., use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to qualified service personnel. Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Receiver has been designed and manufactured to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 10 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You should, however, be aware of the following important precautions for long periods...
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Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver. Model No. * Serial No. 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 acquisition.
Product Information Keep your receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of your receiver. Model No. * Serial No. 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 acquisition.
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...switch is in the left-most position to control your DIRECTV® Receiver. Simply slide the mode switch to turn a single component on or off together. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you . 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you need to be in a position... programmed to alert you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . If the light flashes several times for just one press, it off or on or off (for a new TV or other audio-visual...
...switch is in the left-most position to control your DIRECTV® Receiver. Simply slide the mode switch to turn a single component on or off together. Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you . 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you need to be in a position... programmed to alert you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message will pop up to operate your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . If the light flashes several times for just one press, it off or on or off (for a new TV or other audio-visual...
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...continue to normal play .) RECORD R One press allows you to fast-forward at increasing speeds. Press multiple times to the beginning of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to move forward or backward frame by 30 seconds. They can also be used along... R15/R16) work differently. Press ADVANCE while fastforwarding to go to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to normal play . While paused, press FFWD or REW to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE FFWD / JUMP TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live TV ...
...continue to normal play .) RECORD R One press allows you to fast-forward at increasing speeds. Press multiple times to the beginning of these receivers, press and hold the REW or FFWD buttons to skip to move forward or backward frame by 30 seconds. They can also be used along... R15/R16) work differently. Press ADVANCE while fastforwarding to go to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to normal play . While paused, press FFWD or REW to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE FFWD / JUMP TO TICKMARK Fast-forwards recorded or live TV ...
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...™ package or higher required for HD after the program title in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - For a list of HD channels and they are in the ... 103. STZHD or CNNHD) in the channel column of 3D programs will display. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels...
...™ package or higher required for HD after the program title in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. For more information, visit directv.com/3D 4 5 6 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - For a list of HD channels and they are in the ... 103. STZHD or CNNHD) in the channel column of 3D programs will display. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 HD and SD Channels...
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On High-Definition DVRs the channel banner also provides easy access to that channel. Channels & Program Info 25 The channel banner briefly displays at the top of the screen, ... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 Channel Banner When you find a current show in the guide you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to TVmail, the last five channels you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. You can also press INFO...
On High-Definition DVRs the channel banner also provides easy access to that channel. Channels & Program Info 25 The channel banner briefly displays at the top of the screen, ... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 Channel Banner When you find a current show in the guide you want to watch, press SELECT and the receiver changes to TVmail, the last five channels you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. You can also press INFO...
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...special promotions. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE We also notify you for quick access to see your messages. When... watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to display the TV Options menu... software changes and new features that we download to your remote to see your messages. DIRECTV sends messages to you of the program. TVmail Select "TVmail," to options such as,...
...special promotions. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE We also notify you for quick access to see your messages. When... watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to display the TV Options menu... software changes and new features that we download to your remote to see your messages. DIRECTV sends messages to you of the program. TVmail Select "TVmail," to options such as,...
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... I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". option to add or remove the current channel from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "Change favorites list". This is active, select the "Add..." Chapter... 4 5 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you watch most often. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of previous channels you've ...
... I Get", "Custom 1" and "Custom 2". option to add or remove the current channel from this list, the receiver will tune to that list. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "Change favorites list". This is active, select the "Add..." Chapter... 4 5 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the channels you watch most often. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your remote and select "View Previous Channels". Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of previous channels you've ...
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Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your TV to determine your preference. The display format is the only difference so check out both to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select OFF 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".
Both options display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your TV to determine your preference. The display format is the only difference so check out both to display captioning when available. 28 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Select OFF 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".
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... select "Audio Options". The current settings are shown in this chapter. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. You can also customize your receiver. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to change audio to an alternate language, when available. TV...
... select "Audio Options". The current settings are shown in this chapter. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on parental controls settings, see the "Parental Controls" section later in gray text. You can also customize your receiver. Select "Change Resolution & Format" to change audio to an alternate language, when available. TV...
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These videos are streamed to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Your DVR control buttons allow you to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to pause, fast forward... video titles displays, sorted by relevance. You may use Parental Controls to limit access to the Info screen. 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).
These videos are streamed to your DIRECTV receiver (so they cannot be labeled "YouTube". Your DVR control buttons allow you to Network your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to pause, fast forward... video titles displays, sorted by relevance. You may use Parental Controls to limit access to the Info screen. 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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... a DECA installed. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service With DIRECTV's Whole-Home DVR service and the proper equipment, it in another room. Network Your Receivers: When your HD DVR and HD Non-DVR receivers are networked, it is typically completed by your installation appointment...
... a DECA installed. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service With DIRECTV's Whole-Home DVR service and the proper equipment, it in another room. Network Your Receivers: When your HD DVR and HD Non-DVR receivers are networked, it is typically completed by your installation appointment...
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...to cancel your recording (requested from a program's Info screen. If you're in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you 're currently watching or to record a highlighted program in the same way you recorded your recording capacity. If... or pressing it three times to record on any connected TV. 82 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You can also book a recording from a Non-DVR receiver) conflicts with an HD DVR, and you've authorized DIRECTV® WholeHome DVR service, you'll still record programs in the Guide, press the INFO...
...to cancel your recording (requested from a program's Info screen. If you're in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you 're currently watching or to record a highlighted program in the same way you recorded your recording capacity. If... or pressing it three times to record on any connected TV. 82 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You can also book a recording from a Non-DVR receiver) conflicts with an HD DVR, and you've authorized DIRECTV® WholeHome DVR service, you'll still record programs in the Guide, press the INFO...
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...you left off. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) Recordings can only be set at the same time (the HD DVR the program was recorded on and one other location). You can limit access ...recorded and live programs. Parental controls must be managed from the HD DVR receiver that the program is not a DVR! See Chapter 2, "Parental Controls" for options. 7. Watch Recorded Programs: By networking your receivers, the recordings from your household are combined into a "shared" Playlist....
...you left off. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) Recordings can only be set at the same time (the HD DVR the program was recorded on and one other location). You can limit access ...recorded and live programs. Parental controls must be managed from the HD DVR receiver that the program is not a DVR! See Chapter 2, "Parental Controls" for options. 7. Watch Recorded Programs: By networking your receivers, the recordings from your household are combined into a "shared" Playlist....
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... learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in off -air antenna in the Guide. you should not have a built-in Chapter 5. However, you can use this option to set up; Not all HD DVR's have to your DVR Playlist Sharing preferences or to create or change your HD DVR Receiver. Settings 105 8 7...to view the satellite signal strength your receiver is getting or to display channels received via your system is used to repeat the satellite setup procedure. Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you can be used by installers ...
... learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in off -air antenna in the Guide. you should not have a built-in Chapter 5. However, you can use this option to set up; Not all HD DVR's have to your DVR Playlist Sharing preferences or to create or change your HD DVR Receiver. Settings 105 8 7...to view the satellite signal strength your receiver is getting or to display channels received via your system is used to repeat the satellite setup procedure. Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you can be used by installers ...
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Direct Connection Ethernet Cable Router DVR Receiver Ethernet cable connects to the Ethernet port on the back of your router. Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR to your router Connect one end of your Ethernet cable to an unused port on the router Ethernet cable plugs into receiver 158 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired Step 1 - Appendix 2: How to the Ethernet port on the back of your DIRECTV HD DVR.
Direct Connection Ethernet Cable Router DVR Receiver Ethernet cable connects to the Ethernet port on the back of your router. Connect your DIRECTV HD DVR to your router Connect one end of your Ethernet cable to an unused port on the router Ethernet cable plugs into receiver 158 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to Network Your HD DVR (High-Definition DVRs) If you do not have Whole-Home DVR service: Wired Step 1 - Appendix 2: How to the Ethernet port on the back of your DIRECTV HD DVR.
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...DIRECTV HD DVR, so your DIRECTV HD DVR. Plug your DIRECTV HD Receiver to the wireless adapter Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your will need: A wireless adapter that uses an Ethernet port to connect to the Ethernet port of Appendix 2 your DIRECTV HD DVR. Ethernet Cable Wireless Transceiver DVR Receiver... Step 1: Connect your wireless adapter into DVR Receiver 160 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE
...DIRECTV HD DVR, so your DIRECTV HD DVR. Plug your DIRECTV HD Receiver to the wireless adapter Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of your will need: A wireless adapter that uses an Ethernet port to connect to the Ethernet port of Appendix 2 your DIRECTV HD DVR. Ethernet Cable Wireless Transceiver DVR Receiver... Step 1: Connect your wireless adapter into DVR Receiver 160 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE