DirecTV HD DVR User manual

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 that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
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We highly recommend plugging the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR into a surge protector to prevent damage from fluctuations in your power supply.
Safety & Care Your DIRECTV® Plus HD DVR has been designed and manufactured to stringent quality and safety standards. You should, however, be aware of the following important precautions for safe and optimal use of the equipment. Meaning of symbols printed on the rear panel of the product:
• The “ bolt of lightning” indicates un-insulated material within your unit may cause an electrical shock. For the safety of
everyone in your household, please do not remove product covering.
• The “exclamation point” calls attention to features for which you should read the enclosed literature closely to prevent
operating and maintenance problems.
Important Safety Instructions 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near water. 6) Clean only with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 8) Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
IMPORTANT: Be sure not to place your DIRECTV Receiver near anything WET or HOT!
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Chapter 1
What’s
On
This reminder is provided to call your attention to articles 810 and 820 of the 2002 National Electrical Code. Refer to article 810, in particular 810-1 and 810-15, for required grounding of the metal structure of the dish antenna. Refer also to the 810-2 which, by reference to article 820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Note to Satellite Dish Installer
• CAUTION: Avoid moisture to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock. e 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. Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver and other components.
• Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the DIRECTV Receiver. Also, do not stack the receiver on
top of a “hot component” such as an audio power amplifier.
• Protect your components from power surges by connecting all the components before plugging any power cords into the
wall outlet. Use of a surge protector is also recommended.
• Don’t overload power outlets or extension cords, which can result in the risk of fire or shock. It’s also important to use
only the type of power source indicated on the marking label or in this manual.
!
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.
• To prevent electrical shock, this apparatus shall be connected to a main socket outlet with a protective earthing and fully inserted. • Avoid audio hum or interference by inserting all cable plugs firmly into their jacks. Also, place Audio/Video (A/V) cables to the sides of the TV back panel rather than
down the middle once connected. Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from A/V cables as much as possible.
• Never insert objects of any kind into any openings in the DIRECTV Receiver (other than the DIRECTV® Access Card as detailed in this manual). • Place it on a flat, hard surface — do not operate the DIRECTV Receiver on a carpet or other padded surface. • Always unplug your DIRECTV Receiver before moving it. • Always unplug the DIRECTV Receiver, TV and other equipment before you connect or disconnect any cables. • Leave the main power connector accessible to the main connector at the back of the unit in case of emergency shutdown. • CAUTION: Electric Shock — never attempt to disassemble the DIRECTV Receiver yourself; always take it to a qualified service person when repair is required.
Opening or removing covers may expose dangerous voltage or other risks, and incorrect reassembly can cause shock when receiver is subsequently used. Attempted self-repair may also void your warranty. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance (by the warranty or by the manufacturer) could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• Do not drop your DIRECTV Receiver and always move it with care. • Have your DIRECTV Receiver professionally serviced (do not attempt to service it yourself). • Any changes or modifications in construction of this device which are not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
For your information: The identification sticker can be located underneath or on the back of your receiver. The telecommunication network voltage used is the category number 3.
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To place batteries in your remote
control:
1. Remove cover from the battery
compartment by sliding it
downward.
2. Insert 2 AA batteries (supplied),
matching
the positive (+) and negative (–) at
each end.
3. Slide the cover back on to
complete installation.
To program your remote control:
1. See “Programming Your Remote
Control” on page 30.
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.
Navigating 101
You’ll find you can get around nearly all onscreen menus the same
simple way.
4Highlight… a menu or button by using the ARROW keys (up, down,
left and right).
4Choose it… by pressing SELECT while the item is highlighted.
Note: Don’t worry about getting stuck in a menu. You can always press EXIT to
return to video.
R
MENU
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
0 _
VOL
defabc
jkl mnoghi
tuv wxyzpqrs
ENTER
CHAN
INFO
BACK
AV1 AV2 TV
OFF
ON
& TV
POWER
TV
INPUT
EXIT
LIST
GUIDE
ACTIVE
SELECT
PWR
FORMAT
PAG E
PREV
—
MODE SWITCH
Changes remote to control other equipment, for
example, a DVD
TV INPUT
Changes the “source” — the piece of equipment
whose signal is displayed on your TV
ACTIVE
Access the DIRECTV Active™ Channel — local
weather and more!
GUIDE
Displays the onscreen program Guide
SELECT
Selects any highlighted item
MENU
Displays a compact menu of settings and services
BACK
Takes you to the screen you visited previously
RED
In Guide, jumps 12 hours back; other functions
vary — look for onscreen hints
PREV
Tunes to last channel viewed
NUMBER KEYS & DASH
Tune to a channel directly; also input numbers
when needed in onscreen menus;
DASH is also used to delete a show in your
MYVOD list (press twice)
GREEN
In Guide, jumps 12 hours forward; other functions
vary — look for hints onscreen
VOLUME
Raises or lowers volume
MUTE
Toggles sound volume on/off
ENTER
Activates channel number entries quickly
FORMAT
Cycles through HD resolution and screen format
options
Keys in the shaded areas above operate your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR, or can be programmed to function with your VCR, DVD player
or stand-alone DVR unit.
DIRECTV & TV POWER ON/OFF
Turns your TV and DIRECTV Plus HD DVR on and off
BLUE
In live TV, displays the Mini Guide; other functions
vary — look for onscreen hints
EXIT
Exits any menu and returns to last channel viewed
ARROWS
Move highlight to items in whatever direction needed
INFO
Displays info for a highlighted or fullscreen program
CHAN/PAGE
In live TV, changes channel up or down; in a menu,
such as the Guide, scrolls page up or down
YELLOW
In fullscreen TV, cycles through alternate audio
tracks; other functions vary — look for onscreen
hints
LIST
Displays your To Do List
POWER
Turns your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR and other
equipment on and off, as selected with MODE switch
ADVANCE
Jumps ahead in a recording
PLAY
Play/Pause current video; press and hold for slow
motion
RECORD
In Live TV, records current program; in the Guide,
sets one-touch record for highlighted program
FFWD
Press up to four times to fast forward at increasing
speeds (recorded or live-stored video only); fifth
press returns to normal play
STOP
In recorded TV, stops playback and displays the
MyVOD™ tab in the Playlist
REPLAY
Jumps back 6 seconds and plays video from that
location
REWIND
Press up to four times to rewind at increasing
speeds (recorded or live-stored video only); fifth
press returns to normal play
PAUSE
Pauses current video
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Getting Started......................................................................................... 1
Welcome...................................................................................................................................................................... 2 About Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR.............................................................................................................. 2
What You Can Watch.......................................................................................................................................... 3 Equipment You’ll Need....................................................................................................................................... 3 DVR Service .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Installation & Activation......................................................................................................................................... 3
Package Contents ................................................................................................................................................. 4
DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Front Panel .............................................................................................................. 4 DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Rear Panel................................................................................................................ 6
What’s On ................................................................................................. 9
Watching TV ..........................................................................................................................................................11
DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Features in Live TV.........................................................................................12 DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Features in Recorded TV...............................................................................13 The Channel Banner..........................................................................................................................................15
The Guide.................................................................................................................................................................17
Overview of the DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide®.........................................................................17 Getting Around in the Guide..........................................................................................................................17
The Mini Guide: Program Listings While You Watch TV...........................................................................18 Recording Programs: A Great Way to Watch Your Favorites .......................................................................19
One-Touch Record with Default Options....................................................................................................19 Autorecord a Search...........................................................................................................................................20 Changing Record Options/Canceling a Record .........................................................................................20 Recording to VCR..............................................................................................................................................21
Pay Per View: The Latest Movies, 24 Hours a Day.........................................................................................21 The Playlist: Watching Your Recorded Programs............................................................................................22
Disk Space Bar.....................................................................................................................................................23
Table of
Contents
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Quick Menu ............................................................................................ 25
Using the Quick Menu..........................................................................................................................................27 Help & Settings.......................................................................................................................................................27
Help .......................................................................................................................................................................27 Setup......................................................................................................................................................................27 Scheduler ..............................................................................................................................................................28 Favorites................................................................................................................................................................28 Parental Controls................................................................................................................................................29
My VOD...................................................................................................................................................................29 Audio Options.........................................................................................................................................................29
Dolby®Digital ......................................................................................................................................................30
Category Sort...........................................................................................................................................................30 Pay Per View.............................................................................................................................................................31 Search.........................................................................................................................................................................31 Date & Time............................................................................................................................................................32 Favorites ....................................................................................................................................................................32
Channels I Get ....................................................................................................................................................33
Caller ID & Messages ............................................................................................................................................33
Caller ID...............................................................................................................................................................33 DIRECTV Messages .........................................................................................................................................34
Parental Controls ....................................................................................................................................................34
Ratings...................................................................................................................................................................34 Channel Blocks ...................................................................................................................................................35 Spending ...............................................................................................................................................................35 Hours.....................................................................................................................................................................35 Now, lock it..........................................................................................................................................................36 Let me in…!..........................................................................................................................................................36
Quick Menu Features for Recording..................................................................................................................37
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More Info................................................................................................. 39
Troubleshooting ......................................................................................................................................................40
System Upgrades.................................................................................................................................................40 DIRECTV Plus HD DVR or TV Problems ...............................................................................................41 Recorded TV Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................45 Remote Control Problems................................................................................................................................48 Running the System Test...................................................................................................................................49
Limited 90-Day Warranty.....................................................................................................................................50
Who is Covered? ................................................................................................................................................50 What is Covered? ...............................................................................................................................................50 What is Excluded? .............................................................................................................................................51 Make Sure You Keep... ......................................................................................................................................52 Before Requesting Repair Service... ...............................................................................................................52 To Get Warranty Service... ...............................................................................................................................52 To Get Out-of-Warranty Service... .................................................................................................................52
Product Information...............................................................................................................................................54 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN.................................................................................................................55
DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN Benefits.............................................................................................55 Sign up for the DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN Today....................................................................56
FCC Customer Information ................................................................................................................................57 TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR USE OF SOFTWARE (“TERMS”)..........................................60
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Appendix A: Installation........................................................................ 63
Before You Begin.....................................................................................................................................................64 Hardware Reference ...............................................................................................................................................64
Cables & Connections ......................................................................................................................................65 Choose Your Setup.............................................................................................................................................67 Connecting Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to your TV or VCR .......................................................67
Making the Video Connections ..........................................................................................................................68 Making the Audio Connections..........................................................................................................................70 Making the Basic Connections............................................................................................................................72 Guided Setup ...........................................................................................................................................................74
HDTV Settings in Guided Setup...................................................................................................................74 Now, let us lead the way… ................................................................................................................................75
Activate Your DIRECTV®Service......................................................................................................................75 Programming Your Remote Control..................................................................................................................76
Factory Defaults..................................................................................................................................................76
Using Your IR or RF Remote to Control Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR.............................................77 Receiving Local “Off-Air” Broadcast Channels...............................................................................................78
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Appendix B: High-Def 101..................................................................... 79
About High-Definition.........................................................................................................................................80
Types of TV Broadcasts ....................................................................................................................................80 Resolution & Interlacing...................................................................................................................................81
Aspect Ratio.........................................................................................................................................................82 Screen Formats ....................................................................................................................................................82
Options For Changing Video Output ...............................................................................................................83
FORMAT key on Your Remote......................................................................................................................83 Resolution (RES) Key on Receiver Front Panel ..........................................................................................84
Supported Resolutions and Formats...................................................................................................................85 Wide-Screen vs. Standard Formats .....................................................................................................................86
4:3 TVs Showing 16:9 programs.....................................................................................................................86 16:9 TVs Showing 4:3 programs.....................................................................................................................88
Index........................................................................................................ 91 Icon Reference............................................................ Inside back cover
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Chapter 1
Getting
Started
2Welcome 2About Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR 3Installation & Activation 4DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Front Panel 6DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Rear Panel
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