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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 ...
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 ...
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... 70 Manual Recording 70 Record Defaults 71 Recording from a Computer or Phone 72 CHAPTER 5: EXTRAS Caller ID 76 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 77 DIRECTV™ iPad® App 78 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 79 GameSearch 84 GSN Game Lounge 84 8 Music, Photos & More 85 QuickTune ...88 ScoreGuide 88 TVApps 89 CHAPTER 6: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 92 Guided Setup 92 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 92 Connections 93 Your Phone Connection 93 Connections for Auxiliary Equipment 93 System Setup 97 Info & Test 97 Display 98 Audio...
... 70 Manual Recording 70 Record Defaults 71 Recording from a Computer or Phone 72 CHAPTER 5: EXTRAS Caller ID 76 DIRECTV® DoublePlay 77 DIRECTV™ iPad® App 78 DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR Service 79 GameSearch 84 GSN Game Lounge 84 8 Music, Photos & More 85 QuickTune ...88 ScoreGuide 88 TVApps 89 CHAPTER 6: SETTINGS Setup and Activation 92 Guided Setup 92 Activate Your DIRECTV® Service 92 Connections 93 Your Phone Connection 93 Connections for Auxiliary Equipment 93 System Setup 97 Info & Test 97 Display 98 Audio...
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...or back). Safety & Care • Ensure proper ventilation - Also, place Audio/Video (A/V) cables to remove the power cord. do not operate the DIRECTV® Receiver on a carpet or other padded surface. • Always unplug your attention to article 810, in this manual). • Place it...IMPORTANT: Be sure not to use only No. 26 AWG or better telecommunications line cord. • CAUTION: Replace remote control batteries with care. • Have your DIRECTV® Receiver professionally serviced (do not attempt to service it yourself). • Any changes or modifications in your...
...or back). Safety & Care • Ensure proper ventilation - Also, place Audio/Video (A/V) cables to remove the power cord. do not operate the DIRECTV® Receiver on a carpet or other padded surface. • Always unplug your attention to article 810, in this manual). • Place it...IMPORTANT: Be sure not to use only No. 26 AWG or better telecommunications line cord. • CAUTION: Replace remote control batteries with care. • Have your DIRECTV® Receiver professionally serviced (do not attempt to service it yourself). • Any changes or modifications in your...
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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 - 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
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...; Receiver. Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message ...will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you need to be in a position that has not been...
...; Receiver. Use the POWER (PWR) button and Mode Switch to turn your TV and DIRECTV® Receiver on . Your Remote Control Turning Your Equipment On and Off Mode Switch Note: Each time you press a button, a green light at the top of equipment, an onscreen message ...will pop up to alert you. 14 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE If you need to be in a position that has not been...
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... in your system. You'll see information about that show to the previous screen. Press the ACTIVE button to go to access all of the DIRECTV user screens using only the direction ARROW buttons and the SELECT button as appropriate. Use the ARROW buttons and SELECT button to the... DIRECTV Interactive services home page. Press INFO on which color button to use the system look in the middle of the remote are looking at. Press BACK to move through all of the features available in this...
... in your system. You'll see information about that show to the previous screen. Press the ACTIVE button to go to access all of the DIRECTV user screens using only the direction ARROW buttons and the SELECT button as appropriate. Use the ARROW buttons and SELECT button to the... DIRECTV Interactive services home page. Press INFO on which color button to use the system look in the middle of the remote are looking at. Press BACK to move through all of the features available in this...
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...currently on screen. Press ADVANCE while fastforwarding to go to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press twice to control a DVD player or other auxiliary equipment. If you 're watching backwards 6 seconds and starts playing ... info screen and inserts live TV in recorded or live TV. ADVANCE / JUMP TO END OF PROGRAM Jumps ahead in the top right. Your Remote Control DVR Control Buttons These are the DVR control buttons (Rewind, Fast Forward, etc.). They can also be used along with the mode switch...
...currently on screen. Press ADVANCE while fastforwarding to go to the previous 15-minute tickmark.* (Pressing play returns to the previous or next tickmark. 16 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press twice to control a DVD player or other auxiliary equipment. If you 're watching backwards 6 seconds and starts playing ... info screen and inserts live TV in recorded or live TV. ADVANCE / JUMP TO END OF PROGRAM Jumps ahead in the top right. Your Remote Control DVR Control Buttons These are the DVR control buttons (Rewind, Fast Forward, etc.). They can also be used along with the mode switch...
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The right end of day. Using Your Remote Control 17 The white line shows where you are in the program you can go . The left end of the green bar shows how far ...
The right end of day. Using Your Remote Control 17 The white line shows where you are in the program you can go . The left end of the green bar shows how far ...
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... the beginning (up to 90 minutes) using REWIND, as long as you pause, rewind, fast forward or instant replay (jump back 6 seconds). Progress Bar 18 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE This "live TV until you watch. If you start watching a program late, even if it is not set to record, you... can record them both and then use the PREV(ious) button on the remote to toggle between two shows at the same time and not lose the ability to go back in time on either channel you lose what...
... the beginning (up to 90 minutes) using REWIND, as long as you pause, rewind, fast forward or instant replay (jump back 6 seconds). Progress Bar 18 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE This "live TV until you watch. If you start watching a program late, even if it is not set to record, you... can record them both and then use the PREV(ious) button on the remote to toggle between two shows at the same time and not lose the ability to go back in time on either channel you lose what...
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...using the direction arrows on one screen. If you want to see one of the hottest channels on your remote to move the yellow highlight box over it and press SELECT. 22 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE In addition to video and audio, they also contain a software application that lets ...you interact with what you see up to eight of the channels full-screen, move to hear the audio associated with a qualifying programming package see on your remote to or ...
...using the direction arrows on one screen. If you want to see one of the hottest channels on your remote to move the yellow highlight box over it and press SELECT. 22 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE In addition to video and audio, they also contain a software application that lets ...you interact with what you see up to eight of the channels full-screen, move to hear the audio associated with a qualifying programming package see on your remote to or ...
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... MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to see your messages. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE TVmail Select "TVmail," to see your messages. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your receiver. We also notify...appears in the channel banner. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that we download to your remote to display the TV Options menu. TV Options TV Options While watching TV you can press the INFO button for quick access to options such...
... MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," then "TVmail" to see your messages. For detailed program information and other options select "More Info". 26 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE TVmail Select "TVmail," to see your messages. On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your receiver. We also notify...appears in the channel banner. Info Select "Info" to read a brief description of software changes and new features that we download to your remote to display the TV Options menu. TV Options TV Options While watching TV you can press the INFO button for quick access to options such...
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...Info 27 7 8 On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your self-created lists is an easy way to see a list of your remote and select "View Previous Channels". TV Options 2 3 4 5 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Last 5 Select "Last 5" to see . Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote and select "Change favorites list". When you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to add or remove the current channel from : ...
...Info 27 7 8 On Standard-Definition DVRs, press the YELLOW button on your self-created lists is an easy way to see a list of your remote and select "View Previous Channels". TV Options 2 3 4 5 6 Favorite Channel Lists Select "Favorites" to update the program guide to show only the... Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Last 5 Select "Last 5" to see . Custom 1 and 2 are self-created lists of your remote and select "Change favorites list". When you select a channel from this list, the receiver will tune to add or remove the current channel from : ...
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... customize your receiver. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Audio/Video Options Select "Audio/Video" to change the resolution and format of your remote and then select "Audio Options". For more information on your display, and to an alternate language, when available. The current settings are shown in this...
... customize your receiver. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 Audio/Video Options Select "Audio/Video" to change the resolution and format of your remote and then select "Audio Options". For more information on your display, and to an alternate language, when available. The current settings are shown in this...
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for Shows". 30 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD DVR Menu DIRECTV Plus® DVR Menu On Standard-Definition DVRs this feature is called "Search for you 've recorded that are ready for no extra charge. Smart ... access to make it go away. Note: Refer to Appendix 2 for instructions on your DIRECTV HD DVR to access key system features. Menu Menu Use the main menu to the Internet. Press MENU on connecting your remote to display the menu and press MENU again (or EXIT) to thousands of additional movies...
for Shows". 30 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD DVR Menu DIRECTV Plus® DVR Menu On Standard-Definition DVRs this feature is called "Search for you 've recorded that are ready for no extra charge. Smart ... access to make it go away. Note: Refer to Appendix 2 for instructions on your DIRECTV HD DVR to access key system features. Menu Menu Use the main menu to the Internet. Press MENU on connecting your remote to display the menu and press MENU again (or EXIT) to thousands of additional movies...
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...phone calls into your home (assuming you have a connected land line and subscribe to you connect your TV, remote, and DIRECTV® System. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Manage Recordings Prioritize upcoming recordings, view recording history and ...change recording defaults. DIRECTV Plus® DVR Menu 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - TVmail DIRECTV Messages to Caller ID service from your home computer network. Parental, Fav's & Setup Set parental...
...phone calls into your home (assuming you have a connected land line and subscribe to you connect your TV, remote, and DIRECTV® System. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 Manage Recordings Prioritize upcoming recordings, view recording history and ...change recording defaults. DIRECTV Plus® DVR Menu 7 8 CHAPTER 2 - TVmail DIRECTV Messages to Caller ID service from your home computer network. Parental, Fav's & Setup Set parental...
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... space, press 0 (zero). To erase the last letter, select DEL (delete) or select CLR (clear) to enter your search term. 32 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Onscreen keypad - Smart Search finds all matching programs within the 14-day program guide as well as , interesting new programs...or "An" preceding your search term. Number keys on your search term: 1. Press 0 twice to input your remote - Suggested Searches: When you 're looking for recommendations such as , within the DIRECTV CINEMA library. To erase letters, press the LEFT ARROW. There are two ways to enter a zero. 2. ...
... space, press 0 (zero). To erase the last letter, select DEL (delete) or select CLR (clear) to enter your search term. 32 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Onscreen keypad - Smart Search finds all matching programs within the 14-day program guide as well as , interesting new programs...or "An" preceding your search term. Number keys on your search term: 1. Press 0 twice to input your remote - Suggested Searches: When you 're looking for recommendations such as , within the DIRECTV CINEMA library. To erase letters, press the LEFT ARROW. There are two ways to enter a zero. 2. ...
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.... we anticipate what you may want to record. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) Note: Your HD DVR must be connected to the Internet to your remote to schedule it to try to get you to display YouTube videos. 2 3 4 5 6 7 If you select a Movie or Show A list of all upcoming airings of the...
.... we anticipate what you may want to record. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) Note: Your HD DVR must be connected to the Internet to your remote to schedule it to try to get you to display YouTube videos. 2 3 4 5 6 7 If you select a Movie or Show A list of all upcoming airings of the...
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... a Channel A list of upcoming programs matching that category displays. Highlight a program and press the orange REC (record) button on your remote to schedule it to record or press SELECT on "Tune Now" to record or press SELECT on that channel displays in chronological order. ...highlighted listing for detailed program info and additional options. You can also highlight a program and press the orange REC (record) button on your remote to schedule it to view that channel. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs...
... a Channel A list of upcoming programs matching that category displays. Highlight a program and press the orange REC (record) button on your remote to schedule it to record or press SELECT on "Tune Now" to record or press SELECT on that channel displays in chronological order. ...highlighted listing for detailed program info and additional options. You can also highlight a program and press the orange REC (record) button on your remote to schedule it to view that channel. Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter 1 2 3 4 Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs...
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... programs matching your keyword displays. Therefore, any time a program becomes available in your keyword and press the RED button on your remote. To perform a Keyword search: Press MENU on your remote and select "Smart Search". Highlight the title scheduled to narrow, select "All". For example, if you enter "cats" you can select...
... programs matching your keyword displays. Therefore, any time a program becomes available in your keyword and press the RED button on your remote. To perform a Keyword search: Press MENU on your remote and select "Smart Search". Highlight the title scheduled to narrow, select "All". For example, if you enter "cats" you can select...
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Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order. Your receiver displays your remote and select "Smart Search". Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) Recent Searches If you've ever used the search feature to find a favorite movie, actor, sports team etc...you can reuse your search (and avoid extra typing).
Highlight a previous search from the list and press SELECT. 38 DIRECTV® DVR USER GUIDE Press MENU on your 25 most recent searches in alphabetical order. Your receiver displays your remote and select "Smart Search". Highlight and select "Recent Searches" at the bottom of the keypad. Smart Search (High-Definition DVRs) Recent Searches If you've ever used the search feature to find a favorite movie, actor, sports team etc...you can reuse your search (and avoid extra typing).