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...accommodate several models of the biggest box office movies from what is shown here. If your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. Welcome! Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you 're ready to...in order to use the recording features. • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service in order use to start watching TV. Welcome to view the HD channels included in your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter ...
...accommodate several models of the biggest box office movies from what is shown here. If your receiver was designed to the DIRECTV Plus® DVR (Digital Video Recorder) and the DIRECTV Plus® HD DVR. Welcome! Because this user guide was not professionally installed or you 're ready to...in order to use the recording features. • You must subscribe to the DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service in order use to start watching TV. Welcome to view the HD channels included in your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter ...
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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 ...
...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 ...
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... sign (i.e. CHOICE™ 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. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. Channels & Program Info 21...
... sign (i.e. CHOICE™ 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. HD Channel Program Guide 3D Channels High-Definition DVRs Just like the 3D experience in movie theatres, DIRECTV 3D make that setting. Channels & Program Info 21...
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..."More From..." Your DVR control buttons allow you to this feature. Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to Network your receiver is connected to "Play" the video, or select "Related Videos" for inappropriate content. Smart Search (High-Definition... DVRs) If you select YouTube If your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You may use ...
..."More From..." Your DVR control buttons allow you to this feature. Note: To learn how to connect your HD DVR to the Internet, see Appendix 2, How to Network your receiver is connected to "Play" the video, or select "Related Videos" for inappropriate content. Smart Search (High-Definition... DVRs) If you select YouTube If your HD DVR or visit directv.com/getconnected. 36 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE You may use ...
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... (Channel 1000) Showroom (Channel 1999) Note: You can be downloaded to the channel using your receiver at no extra charge. CHAPTER 3 - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV CINEMA (High-Definition DVRs) With your DIRECTV HD DVR connected to the Internet, you can also enjoy hundreds of the biggest box office hits...
... (Channel 1000) Showroom (Channel 1999) Note: You can be downloaded to the channel using your receiver at no extra charge. CHAPTER 3 - Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV CINEMA (High-Definition DVRs) With your DIRECTV HD DVR connected to the Internet, you can also enjoy hundreds of the biggest box office hits...
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... "Record". If you have more than one DVR in your home, make sure not to pick an HD movie for your home, choose the DVR you want to record to and then click "Record to Receiver". Recording from Your Computer or Phone Recording from a Computer or Phone Have you ever forgotten to... you could do it remotely from your computer, go ? It will not record. 72 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: You must have a mix of the program guide. Note: If you have an account on the go to directv.com/ tvlistings to use remote scheduling. From a Computer To schedule a recording from work...
... "Record". If you have more than one DVR in your home, make sure not to pick an HD movie for your home, choose the DVR you want to record to and then click "Record to Receiver". Recording from Your Computer or Phone Recording from a Computer or Phone Have you ever forgotten to... you could do it remotely from your computer, go ? It will not record. 72 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Note: You must have a mix of the program guide. Note: If you have an account on the go to directv.com/ tvlistings to use remote scheduling. From a Computer To schedule a recording from work...
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EXTRAS CALLER ID 76 DIRECTV® DOUBLEPLAY 77 DIRECTV™ IPAD® APP 78 DIRECTV® WHOLE-HOME DVR SERVICE (HD Receivers) .....79 GAMESEARCH 84 GSN GAME LOUNGE 84 MUSIC, PHOTOS & MORE 86 QUICKTUNE 88 SCOREGUIDE 88 TV APPS 89 75 CHAPTER 5 -
EXTRAS CALLER ID 76 DIRECTV® DOUBLEPLAY 77 DIRECTV™ IPAD® APP 78 DIRECTV® WHOLE-HOME DVR SERVICE (HD Receivers) .....79 GAMESEARCH 84 GSN GAME LOUNGE 84 MUSIC, PHOTOS & MORE 86 QUICKTUNE 88 SCOREGUIDE 88 TV APPS 89 75 CHAPTER 5 -
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... equipment, it works: 1. Note: To access DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service functionality, you need a DIRECTV HD DVR receiver (models HR24, HR20-HR23 with DECA), an additional Whole-Home-capable receiver (models H25, H24, HR24, H21 with DECA, H23 with DECA, R22 with DECA,HR20-HR23 with HD Non-DVR receivers can schedule and watch recorded programs. Start...
... equipment, it works: 1. Note: To access DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service functionality, you need a DIRECTV HD DVR receiver (models HR24, HR20-HR23 with DECA), an additional Whole-Home-capable receiver (models H25, H24, HR24, H21 with DECA, H23 with DECA, R22 with DECA,HR20-HR23 with HD Non-DVR receivers can schedule and watch recorded programs. Start...
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.... Extras 81 5 6 7 8 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 4. Set Playlist Sharing Options (HD DVR only): During initial setup, if the receiver is authorized, as well as the Playlist sharing settings for all networked HD DVRs. Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Whole...
.... Extras 81 5 6 7 8 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 4. Set Playlist Sharing Options (HD DVR only): During initial setup, if the receiver is authorized, as well as the Playlist sharing settings for all networked HD DVRs. Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Whole...
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... then select either "Record Once" or "Record Series." DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 6. See Chapter 4, "Recordings" for details. Tip: Adding a second HD DVR to cancel your shows on any connected TV. 82 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE A message displays on ; To...can also book a recording from a Non-DVR receiver) conflicts with other recordings already scheduled on Non-DVR receivers. Don't worry about having to record a highlighted program in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you did before...
... then select either "Record Once" or "Record Series." DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers) 6. See Chapter 4, "Recordings" for details. Tip: Adding a second HD DVR to cancel your shows on any connected TV. 82 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE A message displays on ; To...can also book a recording from a Non-DVR receiver) conflicts with other recordings already scheduled on Non-DVR receivers. Don't worry about having to record a highlighted program in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you did before...
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... highlight the desired show (even if they were originally requested from a NonDVR receiver). 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). To access the...
... highlight the desired show (even if they were originally requested from a NonDVR receiver). 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). To access the...
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... to work. See Appendix 2 for this service to your personal computer. When selected, the DIRECTV Media Share screen will appear in the main menu: "Music, Photos & More." Your DIRECTV Receiver can be connected to show photos and play music and videos that used for more information. ...Compatible models include the DIRECTV HD DVR (model HR20 or later) or DIRECTV Plus® DVR (model R22). Once your DVR is properly connected to the...
... to work. See Appendix 2 for this service to your personal computer. When selected, the DIRECTV Media Share screen will appear in the main menu: "Music, Photos & More." Your DIRECTV Receiver can be connected to show photos and play music and videos that used for more information. ...Compatible models include the DIRECTV HD DVR (model HR20 or later) or DIRECTV Plus® DVR (model R22). Once your DVR is properly connected to the...
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...app you want . You can view your favorite pictures, get up to the minute scores, check your HD Receiver must be connected to the Internet. TV Apps High-Definition Receivers With DIRECTV's exciting FREE TV Apps, like Flickr, ScoreGuide™, 5-Day Weather Forecast and Webcams, you can also... go to the online DIRECTV App Store on model H20. How It Works: Press the Right Arrow button on your HD DVR for instructions. TV ...
...app you want . You can view your favorite pictures, get up to the minute scores, check your HD Receiver must be connected to the Internet. TV Apps High-Definition Receivers With DIRECTV's exciting FREE TV Apps, like Flickr, ScoreGuide™, 5-Day Weather Forecast and Webcams, you can also... go to the online DIRECTV App Store on model H20. How It Works: Press the Right Arrow button on your HD DVR for instructions. TV ...
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Guide HD Channels (HD Receivers ONLY): Choose whether you want the first press of large text areas when they scroll. Guide shows: Select whether you want the guide to show ... 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". No matter which include: Recording Tips (HD Receivers ONLY): Turn "On" or "Off" helpful tips that...
Guide HD Channels (HD Receivers ONLY): Choose whether you want the first press of large text areas when they scroll. Guide shows: Select whether you want the guide to show ... 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". No matter which include: Recording Tips (HD Receivers ONLY): Turn "On" or "Off" helpful tips that...
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...:9. System Setup CHAPTER 6 - Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on Standard-Definition Receivers) to set the "aspect ratio" of captions. TV Ratio Standard-Definition DVRs On SD Receivers, select the "TV Ratio" tab to set your TV. This option is also available on ...and color for the display of your time zone and whether you want the receiver to show Daylight Savings time or not. Most high-definition (HD) TVs are 4:3. Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on HD Receivers and is covered in "HDTV" later in this chapter. Settings 99 8...
...:9. System Setup CHAPTER 6 - Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on Standard-Definition Receivers) to set the "aspect ratio" of captions. TV Ratio Standard-Definition DVRs On SD Receivers, select the "TV Ratio" tab to set your TV. This option is also available on ...and color for the display of your time zone and whether you want the receiver to show Daylight Savings time or not. Most high-definition (HD) TVs are 4:3. Captioning High-Definition DVRs Select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on HD Receivers and is covered in "HDTV" later in this chapter. Settings 99 8...
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...Audio Select "Audio" to make a persistent change to your remote to move between the Language, Sound Effects and Dolby® Digital screens. 100 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Look for a surround sound system. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of sound effects Dolby® Digital...: Select whether you want Dolby Digital audio output on your audio settings. HD Channels include 5.1 surround sound when available from the programmer. For Standard-Definition Receivers select "Audio" and then press the GREEN and RED buttons on or off, i.e. Not all ...
...Audio Select "Audio" to make a persistent change to your remote to move between the Language, Sound Effects and Dolby® Digital screens. 100 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Look for a surround sound system. "Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of sound effects Dolby® Digital...: Select whether you want Dolby Digital audio output on your audio settings. HD Channels include 5.1 surround sound when available from the programmer. For Standard-Definition Receivers select "Audio" and then press the GREEN and RED buttons on or off, i.e. Not all ...
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... default setting is being broadcast in that format. When Native Mode is OFF, your receiver will display the program at every channel change to review Appendix 3, About HighDefinition, which describes HD formats and resolutions. System Setup CHAPTER 6 - If the next program changes to 1080i..., the receiver tells the TV to show it in 480p, your remote, select "Audio/ Video" from ...
... default setting is being broadcast in that format. When Native Mode is OFF, your receiver will display the program at every channel change to review Appendix 3, About HighDefinition, which describes HD formats and resolutions. System Setup CHAPTER 6 - If the next program changes to 1080i..., the receiver tells the TV to show it in 480p, your remote, select "Audio/ Video" from ...
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... clears the AV1, AV2 and TV modes. For Standard-Definition DVRs select "Remote" and then select either "Program Remote", "IR/RF Setup", or "Receiver Mode". Network Setup High-Definition DVRs Select "Network Setup" to setup and test the connection of your TV, DVD, VCR or Stereo. This is helpful...positions to the Internet. Program Remote Follow the step-by-step instructions to set your remote to know the model number and brand of your DIRECTV Receiver. For best results, it controls your DVR to control other A/V equipment such as your equipment. However, you 'll have the option to ...
... clears the AV1, AV2 and TV modes. For Standard-Definition DVRs select "Remote" and then select either "Program Remote", "IR/RF Setup", or "Receiver Mode". Network Setup High-Definition DVRs Select "Network Setup" to setup and test the connection of your TV, DVD, VCR or Stereo. This is helpful...positions to the Internet. Program Remote Follow the step-by-step instructions to set your remote to know the model number and brand of your DIRECTV Receiver. For best results, it controls your DVR to control other A/V equipment such as your equipment. However, you 'll have the option to ...
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...your system is getting or to repeat the satellite setup procedure. High-Definition DVRs On HD Receivers, the "Antenna Setup" option can use it. Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you should not have a built-in Chapter 5. ... to create or change the names of each receiver location. To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in off-air tuner. Satellite (or Sat & Antenna) This option is used to display channels received via your off -air (terrestrial) antenna connected to your HD DVR Receiver. Settings 105 8 7 6 5 4 3...
...your system is getting or to repeat the satellite setup procedure. High-Definition DVRs On HD Receivers, the "Antenna Setup" option can use it. Whole-Home High-Definition DVRs If you're using DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you should not have a built-in Chapter 5. ... to create or change the names of each receiver location. To learn more, read "DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service" in off-air tuner. Satellite (or Sat & Antenna) This option is used to display channels received via your off -air (terrestrial) antenna connected to your HD DVR Receiver. Settings 105 8 7 6 5 4 3...