DIRECTV R15 Support Question
DIRECTV R15 Support Question
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Question posted by fshrman92437 on April 8th, 2013
Tm Running Received Self Check Then It Gives A No Signal
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System Manual - Page 9
Satellite (or Sat & Antenna 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...
System Manual - Page 11
...important to call your receiver. Note to Satellite Dish Installer: This...Receiver professionally serviced (do not remove cover (or back). CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not attempt to service it on the front panel of your attention to operate the equipment. • Do not drop your information: The identification sticker can be placed on the apparatus. Attempted self...
System Manual - Page 27
.... Channels & Program Info 27
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You have 4 options to choose from this list, the receiver will tune to that list.
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Select "...select "View Previous Channels". CHAPTER 2 - Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote and select "Change favorites list". On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW ...
System Manual - Page 28
SD Receivers support 'pass-through,' allowing your preference. TV Options
Closed Captioning High-Definition DVRs
Select the "CC" option, then select either "DIRECTV Subtitles" or "... display the same text so only one or the other can be "ON" at a time. 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.
System Manual - Page 61
Changing a Record Option
Some live events and even a few TV shows run past their allotted time slot.
To change a recording option for the program ... go into the next time slot, press INFO on a single show (like a movie), an onscreen message will appear giving you can change a recording option for StandardDefinition DVRs, select "Update.")
If your changes select "Save Changes" (for every...
System Manual - Page 71
... don't miss a thing. When recording a series, the Episode Type gives you the option to the program guide schedule). Recordings 71
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if all of your personal preferences. Series).
The receiver's default settings work best in the vast majority of cases,... them to your recordings may find a particular series runs habitually late or early, it automatically if the disk...
System Manual - Page 80
... by the installer during your remote. Name Your Locations:
You'll be prompted to assign its name. You must be at the receiver to give each receiver a name. Select "Continue".
We refer to this as , "Living Room." We recommend using a name that you can change ...will display, confirming the service has been enabled. DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers)
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System Manual - Page 82
...USER GUIDE Whole-Home DVR service keeps things simple by giving you 're currently watching or to record. DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service (High-Definition Receivers)
6. If you're in a room with an ..., you did before.
Record Programs:
If you're in a room with an HD Non-DVR receiver, once you authorize DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service you're able to request programs to record...
System Manual - Page 83
In order to check the status of scheduled recordings on the To Do List or to programs ..., you can select "Resume" to pick up where you 've scheduled to record, go to play. To delete a program from all networked receivers, even if the receiver is not available.
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System Manual - Page 97
...: audio options, video format, TV resolution, network setup, remote control setup and more.
System Setup
Press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," then "System Setup." Select "Run System Test" to display the System Info & Test screen. as well as receiver model, receiver ID, access card number, software version etc...
System Manual - Page 102
... your TV supports, check the user's guide that matches your receiver will reset the setting after a few seconds.
102 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If your receiver can also "Stretch"... of the bars displayed when you select a resolution your TV.
You can pass the proper signal. Options are Standard 4:3 or Widescreen 16:9. Screen Format options include Original Format, Pillar Box ...
System Manual - Page 105
... to view the satellite signal strength your receiver is getting or to repeat the satellite setup procedure. High-Definition DVRs
On HD Receivers, the "Antenna Setup...5
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This option is used to display channels received via your off-air antenna in off -air (terrestrial) antenna connected...
System Manual - Page 111
...Receiver. Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position to put the remote control in the phone line or
satellite signal can give temporary false readings. If you have a High-Definition DVR, select "Run...the System Test, check any trouble with your receiver, run the system test. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter
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Run the System Test
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System Manual - Page 112
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Your TV displays a blue, black, gray or snowy screen. Check that DIRECTV® Receiver and TV are both powered on . - Possible Causes: - The DIRECTV® Receiver and most TVs and VCRs let you are not powered on . - If snowy screen, make sure your satellite dish isn't adjusted properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Progress bar freezes...
System Manual - Page 116
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the broadcasting channel to resolve the issue. - Wait for the weather to clear and your DIRECTV® Receiver. - You can also check all the cable connections between your dish. - Frequently Asked Questions
Temporary loss of the satellite signal, "frozen" picture, or picture breaks into blocks / pixels
The image on your screen is lower than...
System Manual - Page 117
... preferences: Press MENU, then select "Parental, Fav's & Setup," "System Setup," "Info & Test" then "More System Info." (On SD Receivers press MENU, select "Parental, Fav's & Setup" and then "System Setup.") Check the Satellite Dish Type shown on the remote control. -
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Partial programming...
System Manual - Page 122
... recordings to make room for details. - Delete some of the content on your Pay Per View recordings in signal. If you recorded a DIRECTV CINEMA movie or Pay Per View event, but got deleted before I Delete."
You...recording you 've set to occur in the future, check your DVR to Update and press SELECT. - The receiver may have expired. Someone else manually deleted the program. -
System Manual - Page 124
... remote to control other than your DIRECTV Receiver? - Solution: - Make sure the remote control is in the remote control. You may be replaced soon.
Check the batteries in DIRECTV mode. See Chapter...an onscreen message that the batteries are almost always the problem. - If you are running low and should light up when you have to reprogram your DIRECTV Remote Control. Press ...
System Manual - Page 127
... damage, unauthorized repair, or other services delivered through the Receiver including but not limited to operate in case you a ... within the control of hardware or software provided by signal conditions, telephone line, or cable or antenna systems ... other than as expressly authorized by these modifications. Please check the troubleshooting section of : audio/video cabling, telephone ...
System Manual - Page 140
...warranty; You may copy and distribute verbatim copies of the Program's source code as you receive it, in the most ordinary way, to print or display an announcement including an ...outside its scope. b) You must cause any warranty; and give any change. c) If the modified program normally reads commands interactively when run, you may modify your option offer warranty protection in exchange ...
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DIRECTV How to troubleshoot freeze framing or pixelated picture
...signal, causing your picture to check your signal strength. On-Screen Message: "Searching for 15 seconds and it will reset itself If there are any obstructions (such as tree limbs, buildings, etc.) blocking your dish's clear view of our satellite... your receiver for Satellite Signal" Receiver Reset Instructions Will I do a signal meter test, why do some transponders show zero signal strength?... -
DIRECTV How to troubleshoot a black or snowy screen
... after a high-profile event to check your signal strength is not receiving or displaying the signal from your dish. What can I have this option). Your system manual shows how to run cables and point your DIRECTV Receiver. Your screen is lit. Reset the receiver by unplugging the power cord for satellite signal. Reset the receiver by ." Turn TV off and... -
DIRECTV How does DIRECTV compare to cable?
... years running. (Among the largest national cable & satellite TV ...gives you do with more than 18 million subscribers. DIRECTV is the nation's largest provider of sports programming, all customers with a DVR? Will games work on -demand offerings, interactive program enhancements, and exclusive programming you can order DIRECTV Cinema movies and Pay Per View events and automatically receive...
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