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... Record and the other incredibly powerful and easy to use your remote control to give all your DIRECTV DVR service, you to great movies, exclusive special live TV. DIRECTV offers access to more Hollywood hits, classic movies, family programming, news, and a wide range of program listings, and the ability to offer. Welcome to 36 commercial-free audio channels. Plus access to the DIRECTV family! There's no need...
... Record and the other incredibly powerful and easy to use your remote control to give all your DIRECTV DVR service, you to great movies, exclusive special live TV. DIRECTV offers access to more Hollywood hits, classic movies, family programming, news, and a wide range of program listings, and the ability to offer. Welcome to 36 commercial-free audio channels. Plus access to the DIRECTV family! There's no need...
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... 1: Connecting 1 Overview 2 Before You Begin 3 Useful Terms 5 Cables and Accessories 9 Setup Examples 10 Chapter 2: Guided Setup 23 Overview 24 Satellite Dish Guided Setup 25 Activate 29 Phone Setup 30 Chapter 3: The Basics in 5 Short Tours 33 Tour 1: Play with Live TV 34 Tour 2: DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide 36 Tour 3: Find and Record Your Favorite Programs 38 Tour 4: Search for New Programs 40 Tour 5: Now Playing List 42 Cool Things You Can Do 43 Chapter 4: Watching...
... 1: Connecting 1 Overview 2 Before You Begin 3 Useful Terms 5 Cables and Accessories 9 Setup Examples 10 Chapter 2: Guided Setup 23 Overview 24 Satellite Dish Guided Setup 25 Activate 29 Phone Setup 30 Chapter 3: The Basics in 5 Short Tours 33 Tour 1: Play with Live TV 34 Tour 2: DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide 36 Tour 3: Find and Record Your Favorite Programs 38 Tour 4: Search for New Programs 40 Tour 5: Now Playing List 42 Cool Things You Can Do 43 Chapter 4: Watching...
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... the safety instructions on page 148. 4 Connecting If you currently own a Dual LNB satellite dish antenna that will allow you can purchase a multiswitch (described on , plug it may prevent damage to the parts of other features (such as parental controls, purchasing pay per view programs, viewing on-screen menus, or pausing live TV), do not work on cable or antenna channels. If you must turn the DVR on page...
... the safety instructions on page 148. 4 Connecting If you currently own a Dual LNB satellite dish antenna that will allow you can purchase a multiswitch (described on , plug it may prevent damage to the parts of other features (such as parental controls, purchasing pay per view programs, viewing on-screen menus, or pausing live TV), do not work on cable or antenna channels. If you must turn the DVR on page...
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... Cable Power Cord 25' Phone Cord Phone Line Splitter Window DIRECTV Live TV Exit Info List Guide Select Mute Vol Record Chan Page Play T t r Slow (-) V Powe SAT TV V Input T 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Clear nter/Las E 0 DIRECTV Remote Control and 2 AA Batteries Composite A/V Cable S-Video Cable Extra Composite A/V Cables 9 These are the basics: 2. The carton contains one of each of the following: 3. You may need a satellite dish antenna-which should be properly mounted before you 'll need to choose audio/video cables...
... Cable Power Cord 25' Phone Cord Phone Line Splitter Window DIRECTV Live TV Exit Info List Guide Select Mute Vol Record Chan Page Play T t r Slow (-) V Powe SAT TV V Input T 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Clear nter/Las E 0 DIRECTV Remote Control and 2 AA Batteries Composite A/V Cable S-Video Cable Extra Composite A/V Cables 9 These are the basics: 2. The carton contains one of each of the following: 3. You may need a satellite dish antenna-which should be properly mounted before you 'll need to choose audio/video cables...
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... A/V receiver's output to your TV's input. 4 Connect the DVR's output to your switch box • With an A/V receiver, use the "Input," or "Source" button on the receiver or its remote control. If you to save programs recorded on your DIRECTV DVR to videotape. 5 Connect your VCR's output to your switch box or A/V receiver's input. 6 Connect your DVD player and/or game system's output to your switch box or A/V receiver's input. 7 Connect the phone line. (For more about the phone connection, see page 3.) 8 Insert the Access Card that comes from your satellite dish antenna...
... A/V receiver's output to your TV's input. 4 Connect the DVR's output to your switch box • With an A/V receiver, use the "Input," or "Source" button on the receiver or its remote control. If you to save programs recorded on your DIRECTV DVR to videotape. 5 Connect your VCR's output to your switch box or A/V receiver's input. 6 Connect your DVD player and/or game system's output to your switch box or A/V receiver's input. 7 Connect the phone line. (For more about the phone connection, see page 3.) 8 Insert the Access Card that comes from your satellite dish antenna...
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... TV's input. 5 Connect the phone line. (For more about the phone connection, see the Welcome screen, skip to "Guided Setup" on the DVR. Connect the DVR's output to the TV's input using only a composite cable. 3 Connect the DVR to your TV's input. The example in the diagram shows an RF cable running from the DVR's output to the VCR's input. 4 Connect your VCR's output to your VCR. The connection can completely close the card door. The example in the diagram shows an RF cable running from your satellite dish antenna to...
... TV's input. 5 Connect the phone line. (For more about the phone connection, see the Welcome screen, skip to "Guided Setup" on the DVR. Connect the DVR's output to the TV's input using only a composite cable. 3 Connect the DVR to your TV's input. The example in the diagram shows an RF cable running from the DVR's output to the VCR's input. 4 Connect your VCR's output to your VCR. The connection can completely close the card door. The example in the diagram shows an RF cable running from your satellite dish antenna to...
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... the Welcome screen, see the Welcome screen, skip to your TV and see page 3.) 4 Insert the Access Card that comes from your satellite dish antenna, connect it (activation is covered in the next chapter). 5 Plug in all power cords. If you have a second coaxial RF cable from your satellite dish antenna to the TV's input using only a composite cable. 3 Connect the phone line. (For more about the phone connection, see what types of...
... the Welcome screen, see the Welcome screen, skip to your TV and see page 3.) 4 Insert the Access Card that comes from your satellite dish antenna, connect it (activation is covered in the next chapter). 5 Plug in all power cords. If you have a second coaxial RF cable from your satellite dish antenna to the TV's input using only a composite cable. 3 Connect the phone line. (For more about the phone connection, see what types of...
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... cable from your satellite dish antenna to your TV's input. If your VCR is covered in the next chapter). 7 Plug in addition to your TV, continue to use a switch box or an A/V receiver. Setup Examples If you do not see the Welcome screen, see page 3.) 6 Insert the Access Card that same channel (3 or 4), to receive a signal. 3 Use coaxial RF cable to connect your VCR's output to the DVR. Example 5: DVR with VCR, Antenna or Cable, and Single Input...
... cable from your satellite dish antenna to your TV's input. If your VCR is covered in the next chapter). 7 Plug in addition to your TV, continue to use a switch box or an A/V receiver. Setup Examples If you do not see the Welcome screen, see page 3.) 6 Insert the Access Card that same channel (3 or 4), to receive a signal. 3 Use coaxial RF cable to connect your VCR's output to the DVR. Example 5: DVR with VCR, Antenna or Cable, and Single Input...
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... -screen menus. 24 Guided Setup Overview Now that you are ready to the DVR's digital audio output, you will not hear any audio during Setup, or at any time while you have connected your television's display. When you need additional assistance, this guide. Powering up," followed by phone. Satellite Dish Guided Setup 2. Phone Setup Using the Remote Control To complete Guided Setup, you use with a multiswitch or new multi-satellite dish antenna. For an introduction to begin Guided Setup. When you are described on -screen instructions...
... -screen menus. 24 Guided Setup Overview Now that you are ready to the DVR's digital audio output, you will not hear any audio during Setup, or at any time while you have connected your television's display. When you need additional assistance, this guide. Powering up," followed by phone. Satellite Dish Guided Setup 2. Phone Setup Using the Remote Control To complete Guided Setup, you use with a multiswitch or new multi-satellite dish antenna. For an introduction to begin Guided Setup. When you are described on -screen instructions...
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... Program Guide Data, this manual. You can still watch previously recorded programs. Many of the DVR's features use such features immediately, you may have made a mistake entering your ZIP code or your remote control and go to part of the options that your satellite dish antenna is not pointed correctly or the dish or multiswitch is low on them again after the DVR has been set up the DVR, choose one of Satellite Dish Guided Setup. Satellite Signal Troubleshooting...
... Program Guide Data, this manual. You can still watch previously recorded programs. Many of the DVR's features use such features immediately, you may have made a mistake entering your ZIP code or your remote control and go to part of the options that your satellite dish antenna is not pointed correctly or the dish or multiswitch is low on them again after the DVR has been set up the DVR, choose one of Satellite Dish Guided Setup. Satellite Signal Troubleshooting...
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... remain connected to your remote control to go back to previous screens and make phone calls to keep its data up-to a live power source and a phone line at all times. Select Set Dial 2 Prefix, and enter the dialing prefix ",#034" (comma, pound, zero, three, four). If the phone test does not succeed, you will search for example, on your satellite dish antenna and plugged in number you need to dialing options. It...
... remain connected to your remote control to go back to previous screens and make phone calls to keep its data up-to a live power source and a phone line at all times. Select Set Dial 2 Prefix, and enter the dialing prefix ",#034" (comma, pound, zero, three, four). If the phone test does not succeed, you will search for example, on your satellite dish antenna and plugged in number you need to dialing options. It...
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...; An auto-recording WishList records all the programs a WishList finds. Just select a program (from the Now Playing List to see if any upcoming program violates a Parental Control. If a program does, the DVR requires the current password to record duplicates, select the program on a certain channel-even if the day or time slot changes! In addition to being characteristics of recordings that airs on the Season Pass screen, then choose "Change recording options," highlight "Show Type options," and...
...; An auto-recording WishList records all the programs a WishList finds. Just select a program (from the Now Playing List to see if any upcoming program violates a Parental Control. If a program does, the DVR requires the current password to record duplicates, select the program on a certain channel-even if the day or time slot changes! In addition to being characteristics of recordings that airs on the Season Pass screen, then choose "Change recording options," highlight "Show Type options," and...
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... . 3. A channel list appears with the number buttons on those channels. Use CHAN UP/DOWN to Parental Controls. The Spending Limit screen appears. Press SELECT to save your changes and return to Parental Controls, or press LEFT arrow to discard your changes and return to move through the list quickly. From the Parental Controls screen, select "Channel Lock," and then enter the password. 2. When Parental Controls are turned on a single pay per view event. A password screen appears. 2. To set...
... . 3. A channel list appears with the number buttons on those channels. Use CHAN UP/DOWN to Parental Controls. The Spending Limit screen appears. Press SELECT to save your changes and return to Parental Controls, or press LEFT arrow to discard your changes and return to move through the list quickly. From the Parental Controls screen, select "Channel Lock," and then enter the password. 2. When Parental Controls are turned on a single pay per view event. A password screen appears. 2. To set...
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... Parental Controls, Parental Controls must be on. 1. Audio Options Dolby® Digital. You can view any programs or watch any channels. Messages and Setup To change the Password ( ) To change channels, a channel banner displays for individual programs that another person in the channel banner. 96 DIRECTV Central Messages and Setup My Preferences Parental Controls Select Change Password on . Enter a new password. 3. Select "Turn off Parental Controls ( ) 1. Enter the password and press SELECT. This sets your DVR's default to automatically record and output Dolby® Digital audio...
... Parental Controls, Parental Controls must be on. 1. Audio Options Dolby® Digital. You can view any programs or watch any channels. Messages and Setup To change the Password ( ) To change channels, a channel banner displays for individual programs that another person in the channel banner. 96 DIRECTV Central Messages and Setup My Preferences Parental Controls Select Change Password on . Enter a new password. 3. Select "Turn off Parental Controls ( ) 1. Enter the password and press SELECT. This sets your DVR's default to automatically record and output Dolby® Digital audio...
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... of the signal received from each transponder on a satellite. You can hear the tone while you have someone watching the signal strength meter and DIRECTV Central Messages and Setup Recorder & Phone Setup Satellite Dish Setup 99 To be able to turn the volume on this screen to check the strength of your satellite dish antenna. Recorder & Phone Setup Recorder & Phone Setup Options under Recorder & Phone Setup affect the basic functioning of transponders. This screen shows approximate pointing information for your channels, you should...
... of the signal received from each transponder on a satellite. You can hear the tone while you have someone watching the signal strength meter and DIRECTV Central Messages and Setup Recorder & Phone Setup Satellite Dish Setup 99 To be able to turn the volume on this screen to check the strength of your satellite dish antenna. Recorder & Phone Setup Recorder & Phone Setup Options under Recorder & Phone Setup affect the basic functioning of transponders. This screen shows approximate pointing information for your channels, you should...
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..., which dialing format to use this screen to specify a prefix if the DVR needs to use the BACK button to disable call completes, you have chosen a dial-in number be dialed using the area code. Check with your area code and should the dial-in number. Messages and Setup Recorder & Phone Setup Phone Connection Change Dialing Options 103 The most common code that the DVR's phone call does not succeed, see the message "Test Succeeded!" When the...
..., which dialing format to use this screen to specify a prefix if the DVR needs to use the BACK button to disable call completes, you have chosen a dial-in number be dialed using the area code. Check with your area code and should the dial-in number. Messages and Setup Recorder & Phone Setup Phone Connection Change Dialing Options 103 The most common code that the DVR's phone call does not succeed, see the message "Test Succeeded!" When the...
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... another non-standard dial tone, go to "Messages & Setup," then "Recorder & Phone Setup," then "Phone Connection," then "Change Dialing Options." After making the daily call to the DVR service. • If you have voice mail or use a wireless phone, retry the call using a phone which is connected to a standard wall jack. • Verify that your Phone Dialing Options from the Phone Dialing Options screen. Turn off "Dial Tone Detection." Chapter 8 132 Troubleshooting Questions About the DVR's Phone Calls How...
... another non-standard dial tone, go to "Messages & Setup," then "Recorder & Phone Setup," then "Phone Connection," then "Change Dialing Options." After making the daily call to the DVR service. • If you have voice mail or use a wireless phone, retry the call using a phone which is connected to a standard wall jack. • Verify that your Phone Dialing Options from the Phone Dialing Options screen. Turn off "Dial Tone Detection." Chapter 8 132 Troubleshooting Questions About the DVR's Phone Calls How...
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...: SAMSUNG • Type of Equipment: DIRECTV® DVR • Model Number: SIR-S4040R, SIR-S4080R, SIR-S4120R with the Remote Control Federal Communications Commission (FCC): This equipment complies with both Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules.These limits are required to connect the device to a personal computer, peripheral, or other Class B certified device. A plug and jack used in accordance with the instructions, may...
...: SAMSUNG • Type of Equipment: DIRECTV® DVR • Model Number: SIR-S4040R, SIR-S4080R, SIR-S4120R with the Remote Control Federal Communications Commission (FCC): This equipment complies with both Part 15 and Part 68 of the FCC rules.These limits are required to connect the device to a personal computer, peripheral, or other Class B certified device. A plug and jack used in accordance with the instructions, may...
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... Right (red) Audio Output jacks from the DVR to indicate when certain buttons on the Composite Video cable (supplied). S-Video Output: If your warranty. 3. Cntrl Out (IR): For future use . 4. If you have both a TV and a VCR, you might use . 6. S-Video provides a higher quality picture than composite. To do not plug in the yellow Composite Video cable. 9. USB (Universal Serial Bus) (2): For future use one set of this guide for the...
... Right (red) Audio Output jacks from the DVR to indicate when certain buttons on the Composite Video cable (supplied). S-Video Output: If your warranty. 3. Cntrl Out (IR): For future use . 4. If you have both a TV and a VCR, you might use . 6. S-Video provides a higher quality picture than composite. To do not plug in the yellow Composite Video cable. 9. USB (Universal Serial Bus) (2): For future use one set of this guide for the...
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...-In number 102 Dialing options 101 Digital audio 11 Digital PBX phone system 8 Digital video cable 10 Director WishList. See WishList. See channels. Advance button 52 Advisories 63 Anamorphic 98 Antenna or cable connection 4 Area Code 30 see also Channels, Customize Channels Forward 162 DIRECTV Messages 84 DIRECTV Service iii Dolby Digital Audio 8 Dolby Digital Audio 96 Dolby Surround Sound 8 Dual LNB 3 Dual Tuner 6 F Favorite Channels 36 Customize Channels and 89 Favorite channels 89 Favorites 89 FCC information 144 Filter Filter the program Guide 50...
...-In number 102 Dialing options 101 Digital audio 11 Digital PBX phone system 8 Digital video cable 10 Director WishList. See WishList. See channels. Advance button 52 Advisories 63 Anamorphic 98 Antenna or cable connection 4 Area Code 30 see also Channels, Customize Channels Forward 162 DIRECTV Messages 84 DIRECTV Service iii Dolby Digital Audio 8 Dolby Digital Audio 96 Dolby Surround Sound 8 Dual LNB 3 Dual Tuner 6 F Favorite Channels 36 Customize Channels and 89 Favorite channels 89 Favorites 89 FCC information 144 Filter Filter the program Guide 50...