DIRECTV ® RECEIVER USER GUIDE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ! CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
• CAUTION: Avoid moisture to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock. The DIRECTV Receiver should not be used near water (for example, kitchen sink, bathtub, pool, damp basement). Also, never spill liquid on the receiver, and do not place vases or other vessels containing liquid on top of it. • Ensure proper ventilation — the vent slots on the DIRECTV Receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit.
Great TV viewing is in your hands! A good way to begin learning about your DIRECTV System is to familiarize yourself with the remote control. You’ll find further details throughout the User Guide relating to specific functions. ® Keys in the shaded area below can be programmed to function with your VCR, DVD player or stand-alone DVR unit.
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Contents Chapter 1 - Getting Started Welcome ..................................................................................................................................... 2 Installation and Activation .......................................................................................................... 3 DIRECTV Receiver Front Panel ................................................................................................ 4 Chapter 2 - What’s On Watching TV ...............................
Contents Chapter 4 - Other Information Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................ 32 Limited 90-Day Warranty ........................................................................................................ 41 Product Information ................................................................................................................. 46 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN .......................................
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Chapter 1 - Getting Started 2 Welcome 3 Installation and Activation 4 DIRECTV Receiver Front Panel
Getting Started Welcome TIP You can find additional information and the latest updates at DIRECTV.com. With its astounding variety of channels and choices, crisp digital-quality picture and sound and oneof-a-kind sports and events… DIRECTV ® service offers everything you’d want in your television experience. With the DIRECTV Receiver you can expect more than ever before, with access to over 225 channels, including over 30 premium movie channels, with all the convenience of DIRECTV service.
Installation and Activation Installation and Activation If you or a professional installer have not yet connected your DIRECTV Receiver and other components, please see Appendix A, Installation, at the end of this User Guide. Following activation, you will need to activate your DIRECTV service. If you have not done so already, see page 66 for more information.
Getting Started DIRECTV Receiver Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 7 8 9 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 1) POWER – Turns your DIRECTV Receiver on or off. Your DIRECTV Receiver still tunes and receives messages when powered off. 2) REMOTE SENSOR – The infrared sensor picks up commands from the remote control. 3) GUIDE – Displays the onscreen program guide. 4) MENU – Brings up the Quick Menu to access settings and services.
DIRECTV Receiver Front Panel Insert your DIRECTV Access Card Locate the access card that came packed with your DIRECTV Receiver materials and insert the card, facing upward, fully into the slot.
Getting Started DIRECTV Receiver Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated. 1) SATELLITE IN – Use to connect the DIRECTV Receiver to the satellite dish antenna. If your installation includes an FTM (Frequency Translator Module), connect the FTM output to this input. FTM is a technology that allows multiple tuners to work with a single satellite input. (FTM support may require a software upgrade. Ask your DIRECTV Installer for details.
DIRECTV Receiver Rear Panel 5) S-VIDEO – Provides the best picture quality, better than VIDEO RCA-type or RF coaxial cable jacks. If your TV has an S-Video jack, use it along with the audio jacks (S-Video only carries picture information, not sound) to connect to your TV. 6) VIDEO (Yellow) – Provides better picture quality than the OUT TO TV jack. Connect the second RCA-type composite VIDEO jack to another device, such as a VCR. You must also connect the AUDIO cables when using the VIDEO connection.
Getting Started 8 Chapter 1
Chapter 2 - What’s On 10 Watching TV 12 The Guide 14 Autotune 16 Pay Per View
What’s On Watching TV TIP Use the Channel Lineup (included Now that everything’s set up, you’re ready to grab your remote and start surfing! in your Welcome package) to get familiar with our channel numbers. With the MODE switch to the left (under the DIRECTV logo), press TV POWER ON. To access the channel of your choice, simply key in its numbers on your remote (the channel will appear in a few seconds, or press ENTER after the numbers and it will appear right away).
Watching TV The Channel Banner Any time you tune to a channel, you’ll see the channel banner appear across the top of the screen. This banner displays the following useful information: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 The channel banner gives you info 1) Current date & time 2) DIRECTV Channel – Channel logo, number and call letters of the station you’re currently viewing. 3) on the channel and show you are currently watching. Program – Program title, stop and start time and rating of the current program.
What’s On The Guide Overview of the DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide® The Guide displays listings of current and upcoming programs for up to 3.5 days in advance. Find out what’s on (now or later), change the channel, find and purchase a pay per view movie or event, or search for a program you’re interested in. Icons you may see in the Guide: TIP GU the Category Sort screen.
The Guide Getting Around in the Guide E LIST GU IT Press the GUIDE key on your remote, then choose how you want to filter the Guide. Select All EX ID E ACTIV Channels, or channels in a specific category. SELECT Moving through the Guide is simple: The UP, DOWN, LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys move you through listings and time slots. Highlight a program or channel cell to view its description. Use the CHAN key up or down to scroll a full page.
What’s On Autotune An even better way to catch all your favorites Autotune is a great way to see your favorite programs on your schedule. You won’t miss your favorite series because it moved to a different day or time, or miss your team’s playoff game because you had to work late. Just set a program to autotune and your DIRECTV® Receiver will tune to it automatically when it starts. To schedule a program for autotuning with specific options: 1) Highlight a program that interests you and press INFO.
Autotune Changing Autotune Options/Canceling an Autotune Once you have scheduled a program to autotune, you can change the autotune options or cancel the autotune by selecting the program in the Guide or the To Do List (press LIST); then, select the Autotune item in the left menu, and follow the onscreen instructions to change the program’s options or cancel the Autotune completely.
What’s On Pay Per View The Latest Movies, 24 Hours a Day You don’t have to go out for the best and biggest movies and special events! Recent hits and events like sports, comedy and more are available 24 hours a day on DIRECTV® Pay Per View. You’ll find them listed in the Guide in the 100s, with previews on channel 100. Tune to a pay per view program or press INFO on a highlighted pay per view program. Select a Buy option and follow the onscreen instructions.
Chapter 3 - The Quick Menu 18 Using the Quick Menu 18 Settings 21 Audio Options 22 Category Sort 22 Pay Per View 23 Find By 24 Date & Time 24 Favorites 25 Caller ID & Messages 26 Parental Controls
The Quick Menu Using the Quick Menu Press MENU on your remote to easily access DIRECTV features. Once the Quick Menu is displayed, use the UP and DOWN arrows to highlight a desired menu item, then press SELECT to access that item. Some menu items will display a submenu, others will take you directly to a new screen. To remove the Quick Menu at any time, press MENU again.
Settings Info & Test The System Info option lets you view the current system information. The System Test option lets you run a test on the tuner, access card, receiver ID and phone line. Satellite This option is useful if your DIRECTV® Receiver has lost signal strength, or you need to realign your satellite dish. Access Card Follow the onscreen directions to replace your access card. You will need your old and new access cards to complete this process.
The Quick Menu Scheduler This feature gives you an overview of and access to all the programs you’ve set to Autotune or purchase. Favorites Check the current status of your Favorites list(s) by clicking here, and make changes if you like. See page 24 for more details. Parental Controls Check the current restrictions of your Parental Controls by clicking here, and make any adjustments. See page 26 for more details.
Audio Options Audio Options Some programs have alternate audio available (such as other language tracks). This option only appears in the Quick Menu over Live TV when the current program has alternate audio. You can set the default so that whenever a program has alternate audio available, it automatically plays this audio, or you can change the alternate audio temporarily for the program you are watching.
The Quick Menu Category Sort This feature lets you temporarily arrange the Guide to list only programs in a particular category such as Movies, Sports or News. While in the Guide, from the Quick Menu, select Category Sort. To further narrow your search, select the category you want, then select a subcategory if you wish. To quickly move through the Category Search results, use the RED or GREEN key on your remote to advance or reverse in 90-minute increments.
Find By Find By Would you like to locate a particular program, movie or sports event you want to see — even shows starring a favorite actor, or games with your favorite team? Find by offers some easy ways to spot just what you want to watch. Press MENU, then select Find by. You can find a program by Title, Person, Keyword or Channel. Your search will be quicker if you narrow your search by selecting subcategories; just follow the onscreen instructions.
The Quick Menu Date & Time This option gives you a convenient way to look several days ahead in the Guide, without having to scroll through pages of programs. Favorites Favorites allows you to set up special, customized Guide that shows only those channels you choose. So you can have easy access to the channels you like best, or perhaps a grouping of family channels just for the kids.
Caller ID & Messages Caller ID & Messages This feature lets you get messages from DIRECTV. If you have Caller ID service*, you can also view phone calls you’ve received or turn call notification on or off. Press MENU to display the Quick Menu, select Caller ID & Msgs, then select Edit Settings. Select either Caller ID or Messages from the left menu, as desired. Caller ID The Call Log tab displays up to 25 recent incoming calls. Highlight and select a name to delete that listing from your log.
The Quick Menu DIRECTV Messages This feature lets you view a listing of current DIRECTV messages waiting for you. Simply highlight and select a message in the list to read, then you’ll have the choice to keep or delete it. The messages icon will appear brightly on your channel banner whenever there’s any new or unread message in your Inbox. Parental Controls Parental Controls enables parents to place certain restrictions on just who’s watching what, and require a passcode to view restricted programming.
Parental Controls Ratings Here you can set rating limits for Movies and TV: 1) SELECT Ratings. 2) Move to the right to SELECT the another tab. Note: You can use RED or GREEN to cycle tabs. Movies Highlight and select the Movies tab, then set the overall rating limit you wish to impose Brief descriptions of the ratings appear for your guidance. TV Programs SELECT the TV tab, then highlight and select the TV rating you desire.
The Quick Menu Channel Blocks You can block viewing of a certain channel or channels from this menu. SELECT Chan Blocks in the left menu, then scroll down the channel list to SELECT those you wish to block, or key in channel numbers for quicker access. Use Block All or Allow All to save time if you wish to affect a large number of channels. Spending From the left menu, SELECT Spending, then set your preferred spending limit for any single pay per view purchase.
Parental Controls Now, lock it Once you’ve set the restrictions you want, choose Lock Now from the left menu. You’ll be directed to create a passcode (which you’ll want to make easy enough to remember, but hard enough that the little ones won’t guess it!). This passcode will be your entry to unlocking and adjusting limitations in the future. An onscreen message will appear whenever anyone tries to tune to a channel or program that has been restricted, or attempts to spend or watch beyond limitations set.
The Quick Menu Also note: If you have Parental Controls set and temporarily unlocked, turning the receiver power off will relock the box. If anyone tries to unlock restrictions using an invalid passcode, there’s a time delay that’s added with each additional attempt to discourage them. To change your passcode at any time: 1) Press MENU, SELECT Parental Controls, then Edit Settings. 2) Scroll down to Passcode and press SELECT.
Chapter 4 - Other Information 32 Troubleshooting 41 Limited 90-Day Warranty 46 Product Information 47 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN 49 FCC Customer Information 53 Index
Other Information TIP Troubleshooting You can find additional Many problems can be corrected by performing a simple reset of the DIRECTV® Receiver. If you troubleshooting help at DIRECTV. experience the image freezes, audio freezes or blank screen, or the system won’t respond to front panel button or remote control, try one of these: com. Press the red RESET button behind the access card panel door on the front of the DIRECTV Receiver, then wait for program guide information to be acquired.
Troubleshooting not unplug your receiver while an upgrade is in progress. Please consult the Upgrade Menu to find a schedule of upgrades or modifications planned by DIRECTV. DIRECTV Receiver or TV Problems Progress bar freezes during Satellite Data Acquisition This is normal. The progress bar times out after two minutes.
Other Information Problems with Caller ID You must subscribe to Caller ID service through your local phone company. Also, check to be sure your Caller ID feature is turned on (see page 25). If you are plugging your receiver to a wireless phone jack, note that it typically does not transmit Caller ID information and you may need a special wireless phone jack to use with Caller ID service. See the user’s manual that came with the wireless phone jack to see if it transmits Caller ID information.
Troubleshooting Turns off while playing Electronic protection circuit may have been activated because of a power surge. Wait 30 seconds, then turn on again. Unplug DIRECTV Receiver for a few minutes, then plug back in. If this happens frequently, the voltage in your house may be abnormally high or low. Consider using a surge protector or line conditioner.
Other Information Blank screen Check that all components connected to the input jacks are turned on. Try another channel. Your DIRECTV Receiver may be hooked up incorrectly to the TV. Press the INFO button on the front panel of the DIRECTV Receiver to see if the channel banner appears. If it does not, check the Setup and Connections section for instructions about connecting your satellite receiver.
Troubleshooting Partial programming loss/channels missing from the Guide/channel is in the Guide but can’t tune to Your satellite dish antenna may be incorrectly configured. Check the dish type set in your receiver’s preferences and change if necessary. Press the MENU key on the remote control, then select Settings, then Setup. In the next menu, select Satellite, then Repeat Satellite Dish Setup. Follow the steps.
Other Information Remote Control Problems Problems with the remote control Check that nothing is between the remote control and the remote sensor. Make sure the remote control is in DIRECTV mode. Slide the mode switch to the DIRECTV position so the remote will control the DIRECTV Receiver. Check the batteries in the remote control. They may be weak, dead or installed incorrectly. Try replacing batteries.
Troubleshooting Fine-Tuning the Signal If you self-installed your satellite dish antenna, you may have already used Guided Setup to find the dish-pointing coordinates, acquire and fine-tune the signal and run a system test. If you need to run Guided Setup again, select Settings from the Quick Menu, then select Guided Setup. Next, press SELECT on Satellite, then select Repeat Satellite Setup. Running the System Test The System Test allows you to run a basic diagnostics check on your DIRECTV Receiver.
Other Information 3) Select Settings. 4) Select Setup, then Info & Test. 5) Use arrow keys to highlight the System Test tab, then press SELECT on Run Test. 6) If your system does not pass the system test, check any of these potential trouble areas: cabling, pointing the satellite dish, phone connection and access card. 7) If you continue to have problems, call DIRECTV Customer Service at 1-800-DIRECTV. You should run a system test several times before concluding that there is a problem.
Limited 90-Day Warranty Limited 90-Day Warranty DIRECTV warrants your DIRECTV Receiver (Model Number: D12) and any included accessories against defects in material or workmanship for a period of ninety (90) days after the date of purchase. Who is Covered? You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase.
Other Information DIRECTV. If DIRECTV cannot reasonably repair or replace the Receiver then DIRECTV may, at its sole discretion, refund the price you paid for the product or the current retail price of the product. All products, including replacement products, are covered only for the original warranty period. When the warranty on the original product expires, the warranty on the replacement product also expires.
Limited 90-Day Warranty Any modifications or other changes to the product, including but not limited to software or hardware modification in any way other than as expressly authorized by DIRECTV will void this limited warranty. Except in the case of hardware or software provided by DIRECTV, installing software modifications, “hacks” or utilizing service access or “back doors” will void this limited warranty.
Other Information Before Requesting Repair Service... Please check the troubleshooting section of this guide. This may save you a call to DIRECTV Customer Care. To Get Warranty Service... Warranty service will be provided by DIRECTV. If you believe you need service for your Receiver, contact DIRECTV at 1-800-DIRECTV. A representative will go through a diagnostic checklist with you.
Limited 90-Day Warranty AS PROVIDED IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT WILL DIRECTV BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT GREATER THAN THE RETAIL PRICE OF THE DIRECTV RECEIVER. DIRECTV SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THE DIRECTV RECEIVER. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON WARRANTIES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS.
Other Information Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. These numbers are located on the product. Model No. ____________________________________________________________________ Serial No.
DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN Protect your DIRECTV® System with the DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN. For a low monthly fee, the DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN covers the components of your DIRECTV System, giving you peace of mind and comprehensive support to ensure that you and your family enjoy nonstop DIRECTV® entertainment. DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN Benefits Your DIRECTV Limited Warranty provides certain remedies for this receiver during the stated coverage term.
Other Information Sign up for the DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN Today If you have standard DIRECTV Receiver(s), visit DIRECTV.com and SIGN IN using the simple steps below or call 1-800-DIRECTV. 1. SIGN IN with your user name and password, or click on the “Register Now” link and go through the easy steps, then continue with Step 2. 2. SELECT Option B, and then click the “Next” button at the bottom of the page. 3.
FCC Customer Information FCC Customer Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: DIRECTV, Inc. 2230 E.
Other Information This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
FCC Customer Information This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules and the requirements adopted by ACTA. On the back of this equipment is a label that contains a product identifier in the format US:AAAEQ##TXXXX. If requested, this information must be provided to your telephone company. This equipment uses the following USOC Jack: RJ11C.
Other Information The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do, you will be notified in advance in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.
Index Index A D Access card 4, 5, 39, 40, 67 DIRECTV mode 34, 38 DIRECTV PROTECTION ARROW keys 4 PLAN 47 Audio options 11 DIRECTV Receiver ProbLanguage 21 lems 33 Autotune 14 Dish-pointing coordinates 39 B Back panel 36 Batteries 34, 38, 39 Buttons 33 E C F Cables 7, 36, 39, 57, 59, 60, 62, 64 Caller ID Problems 34 Category sort 22 Channel banner 4, 11, 26, 36 Channel blocks 27 Channel list 28 Connections 36, 39, 57 Favorites 11, 24, 37 FCC Customer Information 49 Find by 23 Fine-Tuning the Signal 4
Other Information Program details 11 Program guide 32, 33, 43, 67 date & time 32, 33, 43, 67 quick menu 32, 33, 43, 67 scrolling 32, 33, 43, 67 sorting 32, 33, 43, 67 tuning to a program 32, 33, 43, 67 using 32, 33, 43, 67 Programming 2, 4, 10, 23, 27, 37, 43, 56, 58, 64, 67 ordering 2, 4, 10, 23, 27, 37, 43, 56, 58, 64, 67, 68 tuning to 2, 4, 10, 23, 27, 37, 43, 56, 58, 64, 67, 68 Purchases 16 Q Quick Menu 4, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28, 30, 39 54 Index R S U Ratings 27 Rear Panel 6 Receiver Rear Panel 6
Appendix A - Installation 56 56 58 66 67 68 Before You Begin Hardware Reference Choose Your Setup Guided Setup & Activation Activate Your DIRECTV Service Programming Your Remote Control
Installation Before You Begin Your satellite dish antenna must be installed before you can begin following the procedures in this User Guide. (Professional installation is highly recommended.) Your dish needs to be mounted in a position where it has access to the satellite signals, and RG-6 coaxial cables must be run into the room(s) where your receiver(s) will be located. If you choose to install the dish yourself, see the separate instruction manual that came with your satellite dish antenna.
Safety & Care Cables & Connections Best Video: S-Video Jack and Cable S-Video jacks and cables provide the best picture quality. You will still need to connect the left and right audio cables to the TV or stereo, because the S-Video cable only carries the picture signal, not sound. S-Video Jack Audio/Video (A/V) Jack and Cable Audio/Video (A/V) cables provide very good picture quality and stereo sound, and should be used if your TV does not have S-Video jacks.
Installation Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line cord is required to connect your DIRECTV Receiver to a land-based telephone line if you choose to subscribe to DIRECTV programming. The phone line connection is used to periodically call DIRECTV. You will need an RJ11-type modulator jack (the most common type of phone Phone Jack Note: Not all cables come with your digital satellite receiver; you may need to purchase additional cables depending on your setup. jack).
Hardware Reference Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to the Satellite Dish TIP Connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from your satellite dish to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on When working with the DIRECTV Receiver. If your installation includes an FTM (Frequency Translation Module), you should connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from your FTM to the SATELLITE IN jack. Some systems may instead make this connection to a cable entry point in your house.
Installation S-Video & A/V Audio Connection (Best Quality) Using the S-Video cable, connect one end to the S-VIDEO output jack on the DIRECTV Receiver and the other end to the S-Video input jack on the TV. Using the A/V cable, connect the white and red plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO L (white) and R (red) jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the plugs from other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding audio input jacks on your TV or VCR.
Choose Your Setup BEST QUALITY Television CONNECTION – S-Video & A/V Audio The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated.
Installation A/V Connection (Better Quality) Using the A/V cable, connect the white, red and yellow plugs from one end of the A/V cable to the AUDIO L (white) and R (red) and VIDEO (yellow) output jacks on the back of the DIRECTV TIP To switch between watching your VCR and watching video from your receiver, you may need to program the INPUT key on your DIRECTV remote. (See page 68 for info.) Some TVs also have a MENU button that allows you to change the video source using an onscreen menu. If Receiver.
Choose Your Setup VERY GOOD QUALITY Television CONNECTION – A/V The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated.
Installation RF Coaxial Connection (Good Quality) TIP Using an RF coaxial cable, connect one end to the OUT TO TV jack on the DIRECTV Receiver and To switch between watching your the other end to the antenna in jack on the TV or VCR. If hooking up a VCR, use another RF coaxial VCR and watching video from your cable to connect one end to the out to TV jack on the VCR and the other end to the antenna in jack receiver, you may need to program on the TV. the INPUT key on your DIRECTV remote.
Choose Your Setup GOOD QUALITY Television CONNECTION – RF Coaxial The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated.
Installation Guided Setup & Activation Now that your receiver and equipment are all hooked up and plugged in, you’re ready to finish all the details to begin receiving your DIRECTV service. 1) Make sure the MODE SWITCH on the remote control is set to DIRECTV. 2) Press TV POWER ON. The DIRECTV Receiver will turn on. TIP 3) You may decide to set up, The first screen will allow you to select a language. Using the arrow keys on the remote control, move to the language you prefer and press SELECT.
Guided Setup & Activation After these setup procedures are complete, you’ll see the Satellite Data Acquisition screen, as the receiver gathers information from the satellite for the onscreen program guide. Next, you’ll be given the opportunity to set up your phone connection, as well as program your remote to control other equipment such as your TV and/or DVD player.
Installation Programming Your Remote Control You can program the DIRECTV remote control to operate your TV power, volume and mute, additional equipment such as a DVD, VCR, stereo, or second TV or DIRECTV Receiver. 1) Press MENU to display the Quick Menu. 2) Highlight Settings and press SELECT. 3) Highlight Setup and press SELECT. 4) Press SELECT on Remote in the left menu. 5) Follow the onscreen instructions to program your remote for your TV or additional equipment (AV1 and AV2).
Programming Your Remote Control Factory Defaults To reset all the functions of the remote control to the factory defaults, follow these steps: 1) Point the remote away from your DIRECTV Receiver and components. Press and hold MUTE and SELECT until the light above the slide switch on the remote flashes twice (about 5 seconds). 2) Enter 9-8-1. The light on the remote will flash twice, indicating you have cleared AV1, AV2 and TV modes.
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DIRECTV programming sold separately. ACTIVATION OF PROGRAMMING MAY BE SUBJECT TO CREDIT APPROVAL AND REQUIRES VALID SERVICE ADDRESS, SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER AND/OR MAJOR CREDIT CARD. DEPOSIT OR PREPAYMENT MAY BE REQUIRED. Programming subject to change. DIRECTV services not available outside the U.S. DIRECTV programming is available separately and independently of DIRECTV System hardware. A valid programming subscription is required to operate DIRECTV System hardware.
Icon Reference Arrow Icons Indicate that a show’s start or end time is earlier or later than is visible in the Guide program cell. LEFT and RIGHT arrows on the remote offer special functionality. Objects are scrollable above or below the visible window. UP and DOWN arrows on the receiver front panel offer special functionality. Scheduler Icons Shows an Autotune has been set for a future program, or a present program is Autotuned. Indicates an Autotune has been set for all episodes of an ongoing program.
