DirecTV HDTV user manual Basic TV Operation

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BASIC TV OPERATION

Main menu icon When selected, takes you to the main menu.

TV/DIRECTV logo Toggles between TV and DIRECTV mode. The highlighted icon indicates the current mode.

Green unlock icon Indicates that the system is unlocked. Spending, viewing and other limits can be accessed and changed.

Yellow unlock icon Indicates that a password has been entered to override profile limits. No limits can be accessed or changed.

Red lock icon Indicates that no limits can be accessed or changed. A password is required to override limits or access the system.

Audio language icon If the icon is highlighted when watching a digital terrestrial or a DIRECTV channel, more than one audio language is available. If you select the icon, you will hear the language, and the language name will appear in the channel banner. You will activate the language for the current channel (all other channels remain unaffected).

Highlighted mail icon Indicates that you have a message in your mailbox from your DIRECTV programming provider. Select this icon to access the mailbox and read your mail. If you do not subscribe to DIRECTV® programming, this icon will be absent.

Press INFO on the remote control twice to view an expanded channel banner that shows a program description (when available).

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Contents Hdtv USER’S ManualImportant Information Page Table of Contents Other Icons Setting the Time and Date Welcome to Hdtv Getting StartedSetup and Connections Setup and Connections Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsUnpack the System Connect Your TV to Other ComponentsJacks and Cables Front of the TV AudioMaking Connections to the Front Panel Back of the TV Front sound and rear surround sound How to view programming How to view your VCRBasic Connection TV and VCRAdvanced Connection TV, VCR, and DVD Player With AmplifierConnecting Front Main Speakers Connecting Speakers to the TVConnecting Rear Speakers Connecting a Wireless Transmitter Connecting a SubwooferConnecting a Stereo Amplifier Place Batteries in the Remote Control Complete the Interactive SetupPlug in and Turn on the System Order ProgrammingSetup and Connections Using the Remote Using the RemoteUsing Using the Remote Remote Control ButtonsUsing the Remote Programming the Remote Control Testing the Remote ControlProgramming the Remote Control Using Automatic Code SearchUsing the Remote to Control a Component Using Direct EntryRemote Control Codes VCRSetup and Connections Using the Remote Basic TV Operation Basic TV OperationBasic TV Operation About the Channel BannerBasic TV Operation Changing Between Directv and TV Mode Changing Channels ModePIP PICTURE-IN-PICTURE Operation Using the PIP FeaturePIP Buttons PIP PROBLEMS? Using the Input Button Using the Program Guides What is a program guide?Using the Program Guides Bringing UP the Program GuidesAnatomy of the TV Program Guide Anatomy of the Directv Program Guide Tuning to a Program Getting around in the GuidesUsing the Guide Button Other Guides IconDetail Guide SurfGuide Directv onlyExiting a Program Guide Sorting the Directv Programming Guide Sorting the Directv Programming Guide by TopicsSorting the Directv Programming Guide by Sports Sorting the Directv Programming Guide by MoviesListing ALL Directv Programming Other Icons ExitAdjusting TV Controls Picture Settings Adjusting TV ControlsPicture Quality Controls Reset Controls Auto ColorColor Warmth Noise FilterAudio Controls MuteEqualizer SpeakersInternal TV Only Ext. Front w/ Amp & TV Center Special Audio SAP LoudnessAudio Language Using the Profiles Setup and Connections Basic TV OperationUsing the Profiles Directv SetupAbout Profiles Editing Channels in a Directv ListSetting the Directv Spending Limit Selecting or Deleting ALL Directv ChannelsTV Setup Setting the Directv Rating LimitEditing Channels in a TV List Selecting or Deleting ALL TV ChannelsSetting the TV Rating TV-MARating Limit Screen Select Set TV RatingBlocking AGE-BASED Ratings Viewing Age-Based RatingsBlocking Specific Content Themes Viewing Specific Content ThemesSetting the Movie Rating Blocking Movie RatingsViewing Moving Ratings Blocking Unrated TV ShowsChoosing Your Profile Don’t Forget Your Password Locking and Unlocking a User ProfileLocking the System Unlocking the SystemSystem Options and Preferences Changing the Signal Type Changing the Signal SourceSystem Options and Preferences Auto Tuning Mailbox Channel SearchChecking Your Mail Purchases PAY PER View Programs Tuning to a PAY PER View ProgramPurchasing and Previewing Using the Program Guide for PAY PER View Programs Using the Attractions Guide GuideUsing the Purchases Menu Reviewing and Canceling AN Upcoming PurchaseUsing the Preferences Menu Setting the Time and DateColor Scheme Translucency Default GuideScreen Format Caption Mode Caption DisplayUsing Fetch Getting Assistance Getting Assistance Running the Interactive SetupGetting Antenna Information Select Dish Menu Screen Using the ON-SCREEN Signal Meter Your NEW Access CardRunning the System Test Setup and Connections Using the Remote Basic Operation ReferenceTroubleshooting ReferenceCare and Cleaning Problems with your system passwordBlank screen TV will not turn onProscan High Definition Television Hdtv Limited Warranty For how long after your purchaseFCC Registration Information Product RegistrationAccessory Information Amplified VHF/UHF/FM Placing an Order USE Your Credit CardThis page left blank intentionally Reference Reference Reference Reference Index ChannelInfo Transmitter OUT 20%