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... directv.com. 5 I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe to HD Access in your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. Getting Connected If a professional installed your programming package. • DIRECTV hardware, programming, and HD Access fee available separately. Welcome to start enjoying access to the DIRECTV® HD Receiver and the DIRECTV® Receiver...
... directv.com. 5 I M P O R T A N T: • You must subscribe to HD Access in your DIRECTV® Receiver, you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 4: Settings. Getting Connected If a professional installed your programming package. • DIRECTV hardware, programming, and HD Access fee available separately. Welcome to start enjoying access to the DIRECTV® HD Receiver and the DIRECTV® Receiver...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 6: WARRANTY & OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 84 DIRECTV Protection Plan 87 FCC Customer Information 88 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 92 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panel ........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD Receiver .....112 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 119 Index 125 8
TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 6: WARRANTY & OTHER INFORMATION Limited 90-Day Warranty 84 DIRECTV Protection Plan 87 FCC Customer Information 88 Terms & Conditions for Use of Software 92 APPENDICES Appendix 1: Receivers Front and Back Panel ........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 Appendix 2: How to Network Your HD Receiver .....112 Appendix 3: About High-Definition 119 Index 125 8
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... Channels Your DIRECTV-provided local channels can be found in the channel number to hide those channels. You can customize your subscription package are not part of programming for details. See Chapter 2 "Program Guide, Filtering the Guide" for shortcuts (use the CHAN/PAGE button to 7 days of programming for HD receivers and 3 1/2 days...: use the RED button to display the onscreen program guide. Look for the colorbutton hints at a time up or down /left/right; Unsubscribed Channels 18 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE See Chapter 2, "Favorite Channels" for SD...
... Channels Your DIRECTV-provided local channels can be found in the channel number to hide those channels. You can customize your subscription package are not part of programming for details. See Chapter 2 "Program Guide, Filtering the Guide" for shortcuts (use the CHAN/PAGE button to 7 days of programming for HD receivers and 3 1/2 days...: use the RED button to display the onscreen program guide. Look for the colorbutton hints at a time up or down /left/right; Unsubscribed Channels 18 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE See Chapter 2, "Favorite Channels" for SD...
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... the 3D experience in the guide go to 3D channels. For more information, visit directv.com/3D Chapter 2 - HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Select "3D" and a list...
... the 3D experience in the guide go to 3D channels. For more information, visit directv.com/3D Chapter 2 - HD and SD Channels DIRECTV has a tremendous offering of HD channels and they are in the 100s series in HD and requires HD Access, HD receiver (HR21, H21 or later), compatible 3D HDTV and 3D glasses. Select "3D" and a list...
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...your messages. We also notify you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. Chapter 2 - On SD Receivers and HD Receiver model H20, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," "Edit Settings" and then "TVmail" to display the TV Options menu. TV ... tune to see your messages. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your receiver. TVmail Select "TVmail," to that we download to read a brief description of previous channels you watch most often. DIRECTV sends messages to you for quick access to options such as,...
...your messages. We also notify you watched, Favorite Channels, Closed Captioning, Audio and Video options, and Parental Controls. Chapter 2 - On SD Receivers and HD Receiver model H20, press MENU, select "TVmail & Caller ID," "Edit Settings" and then "TVmail" to display the TV Options menu. TV ... tune to see your messages. On Standard-Definition Receivers, press the YELLOW button on your receiver. TVmail Select "TVmail," to that we download to read a brief description of previous channels you watch most often. DIRECTV sends messages to you for quick access to options such as,...
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... set to change to automatically. Press MENU on your menu if you enable DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service. Search for SD receivers) program guide. You can also see past and future) your receiver is set an Autotune by title, actor, or keyword that appears at the... Autotunes Check to make it go to access key system features. My Playlist High-Definition Receivers An optional menu item that appear within the 7-day (3½day for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu
... set to change to automatically. Press MENU on your menu if you enable DIRECTV® Whole-Home DVR service. Search for SD receivers) program guide. You can also see past and future) your receiver is set an Autotune by title, actor, or keyword that appears at the... Autotunes Check to make it go to access key system features. My Playlist High-Definition Receivers An optional menu item that appear within the 7-day (3½day for Shows Finds shows by channel and time. 28 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu
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..., Fav's & Setup Set parental control limits, choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose settings for your TV, remote, and your DIRECTV Receiver. Menu DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Help High-Definition Receivers A list of phone calls into your home (assuming you have connected a land line and subscribe to use your entire...
..., Fav's & Setup Set parental control limits, choose favorite channels for a customized program guide, and choose settings for your TV, remote, and your DIRECTV Receiver. Menu DIRECTV® HD Receiver Menu DIRECTV® Receiver Menu 4 5 6 Chapter 2 - Help High-Definition Receivers A list of phone calls into your home (assuming you have connected a land line and subscribe to use your entire...
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CHAPTER 3 - EXTRAS CALLER ID 42 DIRECTV® WHOLE-HOME DVR SERVICE (HD Receivers) ....43 GAMESEARCH 48 GSN GAME LOUNGE 48 QUICKTUNE 49 SCOREGUIDE 49 TV APPS 50 41
CHAPTER 3 - EXTRAS CALLER ID 42 DIRECTV® WHOLE-HOME DVR SERVICE (HD Receivers) ....43 GAMESEARCH 48 GSN GAME LOUNGE 48 QUICKTUNE 49 SCOREGUIDE 49 TV APPS 50 41
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...can also go to the online DIRECTV App Store on model H20. 50 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Whenever you want . See Appendix 2: How to Network your TV Apps, just press the Right Arrow button and select the App you want to access your HD Receiver for instructions. without missing a ...It Works: Press the Right Arrow button on your HD Receiver must be connected to use. To enjoy TV Apps, your remote control to the minute scores, check your local weather, see live feeds of a button. Select the DIRECTV App Store icon at directv.com/tvapps. Note: This feature is not available...
...can also go to the online DIRECTV App Store on model H20. 50 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Whenever you want . See Appendix 2: How to Network your TV Apps, just press the Right Arrow button and select the App you want to access your HD Receiver for instructions. without missing a ...It Works: Press the Right Arrow button on your HD Receiver must be connected to use. To enjoy TV Apps, your remote control to the minute scores, check your local weather, see live feeds of a button. Select the DIRECTV App Store icon at directv.com/tvapps. Note: This feature is not available...
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... input and a surround sound system that has a digital audio coax connector as the best audio input, connecting to a DIRECTV HD Receiver. This example also shows using a DVD burner with RCA audio and video connectors. 56 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Connections Example: TV with HDMI Connector Here is an example using a TV that...
... input and a surround sound system that has a digital audio coax connector as the best audio input, connecting to a DIRECTV HD Receiver. This example also shows using a DVD burner with RCA audio and video connectors. 56 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE Connections Example: TV with HDMI Connector Here is an example using a TV that...
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... connectors, and a VCR using RCA video and audio connectors. This example also shows using a DVD burner using the optional A/V Out cable with A/V Out Connector Some HD receivers have a special A/V Out connector that has an HDMI connector as the best audio/video input. You can also purchase an optional cable with A/V Out to...
... connectors, and a VCR using RCA video and audio connectors. This example also shows using a DVD burner using the optional A/V Out cable with A/V Out Connector Some HD receivers have a special A/V Out connector that has an HDMI connector as the best audio/video input. You can also purchase an optional cable with A/V Out to...
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...user interface display settings which one you choose, pressing GUIDE a second time shows you HD channels and their duplicate SD channels or to hide the SD duplicates. No matter which include: Guide HD Channels (HD Receivers ONLY): Choose whether you want the first press of large text areas when they scroll.... This affects the appearance of the GUIDE button to take you directly to the program guide or to go to a new channel. 60 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER...
...user interface display settings which one you choose, pressing GUIDE a second time shows you HD channels and their duplicate SD channels or to hide the SD duplicates. No matter which include: Guide HD Channels (HD Receivers ONLY): Choose whether you want the first press of large text areas when they scroll.... This affects the appearance of the GUIDE button to take you directly to the program guide or to go to a new channel. 60 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER...
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Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on or off, and to show Daylight Savings time or not. System Setup Chapter 4 - Settings 61 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Captioning High-Definition Receivers On HD receivers, select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on SD Receivers) to set your time zone and whether you want the receiver to select the font style, size and color for the display of captions.
Clock Select "Clock" (or "Time Zone" on or off, and to show Daylight Savings time or not. System Setup Chapter 4 - Settings 61 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Captioning High-Definition Receivers On HD receivers, select "Captioning" to turn closed captioning on SD Receivers) to set your time zone and whether you want the receiver to select the font style, size and color for the display of captions.
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..., Chinese, etc... SD Receivers HD Receivers 62 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE HD Channels include 5.1 surround sound when available from the programmer. Not all TV programs deliver Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. for the Dolby Digital icon in the program description and Channel Banner. Additional equipment is required and sold separately. For SD Receivers select "Audio" and...
..., Chinese, etc... SD Receivers HD Receivers 62 DIRECTV® NON-DVR USER GUIDE HD Channels include 5.1 surround sound when available from the programmer. Not all TV programs deliver Dolby Digital 5.1 audio. for the Dolby Digital icon in the program description and Channel Banner. Additional equipment is required and sold separately. For SD Receivers select "Audio" and...
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... For example, if Native mode is ON and a program is being broadcast in 480p, your HD Receiver tells the TV to that same format. Because of the program coming into the receiver. Note: To change to show it in that format. If the next program changes to 1080i... every channel change. Native: You can also access these setting by pressing INFO, then select Audio/Video and choose the desired settings. HDTV High-Definition Receivers Select "HDTV" and then select either "Video", "TV Ratio" or "TV Resolution". Settings 63 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...
... For example, if Native mode is ON and a program is being broadcast in 480p, your HD Receiver tells the TV to that same format. Because of the program coming into the receiver. Note: To change to show it in that format. If the next program changes to 1080i... every channel change. Native: You can also access these setting by pressing INFO, then select Audio/Video and choose the desired settings. HDTV High-Definition Receivers Select "HDTV" and then select either "Video", "TV Ratio" or "TV Resolution". Settings 63 6 5 4 3 2 1 Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter ...
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... button presses try reauthorizing your model of the DIRECTV® Receiver for program guide information to complete this process. Help & Troubleshooting 71 If you diagnose and solve many common problems. Troubleshooting Tips HD & SD Receivers Reset Button (Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated.) HD Receiver (model H25) Reset Button 3 4 5 6 Chapter 5 - Chapter Chapter...
... button presses try reauthorizing your model of the DIRECTV® Receiver for program guide information to complete this process. Help & Troubleshooting 71 If you diagnose and solve many common problems. Troubleshooting Tips HD & SD Receivers Reset Button (Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated.) HD Receiver (model H25) Reset Button 3 4 5 6 Chapter 5 - Chapter Chapter...
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... satellite. - If the picture is frozen, blocky, or pixels, there may be a problem with the transmission from your satellite dish to your DIRECTV® Receiver. - If there are obstructions blocking the dish's clear view of the satellite, you should return to normal. - Solution: - If there are...etc.) or a building or tree that says "Searching for loose or broken connections. - Wait for the weather to clear and your DIRECTV® Receiver and the satellite dish for Satellite Signal (x771). If the problem is lower than 70 (60 or lower on HD receivers) on most transponders in . -
... satellite. - If the picture is frozen, blocky, or pixels, there may be a problem with the transmission from your satellite dish to your DIRECTV® Receiver. - If there are obstructions blocking the dish's clear view of the satellite, you should return to normal. - Solution: - If there are...etc.) or a building or tree that says "Searching for loose or broken connections. - Wait for the weather to clear and your DIRECTV® Receiver and the satellite dish for Satellite Signal (x771). If the problem is lower than 70 (60 or lower on HD receivers) on most transponders in . -
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APPENDICES APPENDIX 1: RECEIVERS FRONT AND BACK PANELS .........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 APPENDIX 2: HOW TO NETWORK YOUR HD RECEIVER .......112 APPENDIX 3: ABOUT HIGH-DEFINITION 119 103
APPENDICES APPENDIX 1: RECEIVERS FRONT AND BACK PANELS .........104 High-Definition Receiver 104 Standard-Definition Receiver 108 APPENDIX 2: HOW TO NETWORK YOUR HD RECEIVER .......112 APPENDIX 3: ABOUT HIGH-DEFINITION 119 103
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...: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i (older models may have an optional RF remote, this sensor or else the command will receive the remote control commands up , down, left or right. 6. GUIDE - Note: The RES button on -screen program guide. 4. RESOLUTION INDICATORS - Some...up to let you press the key, it will not get through all of the HD Receiver. Brings up commands from the remote control. RES (Resolution) - Displays the DIRECTV Active Channel - POWER - Your receiver still tunes and receives messages when powered off . You cannot have any nonmetal enclosure and it cycles to...
...: 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 480p and 480i (older models may have an optional RF remote, this sensor or else the command will receive the remote control commands up , down, left or right. 6. GUIDE - Note: The RES button on -screen program guide. 4. RESOLUTION INDICATORS - Some...up to let you press the key, it will not get through all of the HD Receiver. Brings up commands from the remote control. RES (Resolution) - Displays the DIRECTV Active Channel - POWER - Your receiver still tunes and receives messages when powered off . You cannot have any nonmetal enclosure and it cycles to...