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CAUTION

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of Chapterelectric shock, do1not 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. 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.

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.

NeverWhat’sinsert 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 unplugOnyour 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.

Note to Satellite Dish Installer

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.

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Contents Page Safety & Care Iii Great TV viewing is in your hands Table of Contents Parental Controls Quick MenuMore Info Directv Plus HD DVR or TV ProblemsConnecting Your Directv Plus HD DVR to your TV or VCR Appendix a InstallationAppendix B High-Def Icon Reference Inside back coverChapter About Your Directv Plus HD DVR WelcomeEquipment You’ll Need Installation & ActivationDVR Service What You Can WatchDirectv Plus HD DVR Front Panel Package ContentsInsert your Directv Access Card Directv Plus HD DVR Rear Panel Page Page What’s On Page Watching TV Directv Plus HD DVR Features in Live TV Directv Plus HD DVR Features in Recorded TV Page Current date & time Channel BannerPage Guide Overview of the Directv Advanced Program GuideGetting Around in the Guide Mini Guide Program Listings While You Watch TV One-Touch Record with Default Options Autorecord a Search Changing Record Options/Canceling a RecordRecording to VCR Pay Per View The Latest Movies, 24 Hours a DayPlaylist Watching Your Recorded Programs Disk Space Bar Page Quick Menu Page Help Using the Quick MenuHelp & Settings SetupFavorites SchedulerMy VOD Audio OptionsParental Controls Dolby Digital Category SortSearch Pay Per ViewFavorites Date & TimeCaller ID & Messages Channels I GetCaller ID Movies Parental ControlsDirectv Messages RatingsTV Programs Channel BlocksSpending HoursLet me in… Now, lock itQuick Menu Features for Recording Page More Info System Upgrades TroubleshootingWrong picture, blue screen, snow or black/blank picture Directv Plus HD DVR or TV ProblemsDirectv Plus HD DVR Turns off while playing Caller IDSign up for Directv Plus HD DVR will not turn onBlank screen You can get a lot of information at our websiteMy video and audio are out of sync Recorded TV Troubleshooting When all else fails, press the Reset buttonTo record too many programs at once If youOptions to only To Do list and change First-run shows RecordFine-Tuning the Signal Remote Control ProblemsProblems with the remote control Remote control indicator light starts flashingRunning the System Test Troubleshooting issues, to figure things outLimited 90-Day Warranty What is Covered?Who is Covered? What is Excluded? Not cover deliberate misuse Directv ReceiversSo be nice to your Keep the paperwork Keep itYou’ll feel so clever As important Directv Product Information Hardly anyone ever fills in thisElse Directv Protection Plan Benefits Directv Protection PlanSign up for the Directv Protection Plan Today Sign up today Quality TVDirectv Is to eliminate boring TV Only interference this With proper installationDirectv Terms and Conditions for USE of Software Terms Additional Information Page Appendix a Installation Hardware Reference Before You BeginDigital Audio Outputs Optical Jack and Cable Cables & ConnectionsHdmi Jack and Cable Component Video Output YPbPrVideo Jack and Cable Audio/Video A/V Jack and CableTelephone Jack and Cord Connecting Your Directv Plus HD DVR to your TV or VCR Choose Your SetupMaking the Video Connections Connect Video Cables Making the Audio Connections Good You’re almost done Making the Basic ConnectionsLater Hdtv Settings in Guided Setup Guided SetupNow, let us lead the way… Activate Your Directv ServiceFactory Defaults Programming Your Remote ControlHD DVR Receiving Local Off-Air Broadcast Channels Appendix B High-Def Types of TV Broadcasts About High-DefinitionResolution & Interlacing ResolutionInterlaced & Progressive Screen Formats Aspect RatioFormat key on Your Remote Options For Changing Video OutputResolution RES Key on Receiver Front Panel = Press Format key Supported Resolutions and FormatsStretch Wide-Screen vs. Standard FormatsTVs Showing 169 programs LetterboxCrop Pillar box TVs Showing 43 programsFor 169 program signals Fills TV Screen Page Directv Protection Plan 55 IndexProgressive scan Page Fine Print Icon Reference Arrow IconsScheduler Icons