Before you install the DVR, mount the satellite dish antenna.
Professional installation is highly recommended. Your dish must be mounted, with cables running to the room where your DVR will be installed, before you can begin the DVR installation as described in this guide. Dual LNB dish antenna connection required for full functionality.
The TiVo Logo. As you use your DIRECTV DVR, you’ll see the TiVo logo in places like the Now Playing List and TiVo Suggestions. Your new DVR incorporates the latest DVR (Digital Video Recorder) technology from TiVo. This means you have access to exclusive TiVo features such as WishList™ searches, Season Pass™ recordings, Thumbs Up™ and Thumbs Down™, TiVo Suggestions, and TiVolution Magazine®, all in one seamlessly integrated product that will change the way you watch television.
Getting Started
After a satellite dish antenna has been installed, you’re ready to start using this guide:
1.Connect the DVR according to the proper setup for your Audio/Video equipment. (See chapter 1, “Connecting.”)
2.Complete Guided Setup to point your satellite dish antenna and activate the DIRECTV® DVR with TiVo® service following the instructions in chapter 2, “Guided Setup.”
Start using your DIRECTV DVR. It’s easy! Learn the basics by browsing the back of the Start Here card. Take the five tours in chapter 3 of this User’s Guide for an interactive way to learn about the DVR’s powerful features. Chapters 4, 5, 6, and 7 describe the DVR service in detail. Read through them to become familiar with the service. Chapter 8 provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide in case you have questions.
