Humax D11 DIRECTV Satellite Receiver User Manual D11 MUG indb

Humax Co., Ltd. DIRECTV Satellite Receiver D11 MUG indb

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2Welcome4Making the Right Connections6Safety & Care9Hardware Reference12 Getting Familiar16 Choose Your Setup26 Guided Setup & Activation28 Programming Your Remote ControlChapter 1
WelcomeWith its astounding variety of channels and choices, crisp digital-quality picture and sound andone-of-a-kind sports and events… DIRECTV®service offers everything you’d want in yourtelevision experience. With the DIRECTV Receiveryou can expect more than ever before,with access to over 225 channels, including over 30 premium movie channels, with all theconvenience of DIRECTV service. DIRECTV®Pay Per View offers a handy choice in recenthit movies, plus exciting live sports, concerts and specials. There’s exclusive sports subscriptionsfor every taste and team. Even access to 36 commercial-free music channels!To deliver this unique programming and enhance your entertainment experience, theDIRECTV®System has been designed to be simple and user-friendly. You’ll find that mostfeatures are self-explanatory, with onscreen directions to lead you through them.So, welcome to the family.You can findadditionalinformation and thelatest updates atDIRECTV.com.TIPWelcomeGetting Started2
Making the Right ConnectionsAreyoureadytoconnectyourDIRECTV®Receiver and your other components?Whether you’re having your system professionally installed or handling it yourself, be sure to readoverthefollowingfewpagestofamiliarizeyourselfwithsomeimportanttipsforsafetyandcare.Before you beginYoursatellitedishantennamustbeinstalledbeforeyoucanbeginfollowingtheproceduresinthisUser Guide. (Professional installation is highly recommended.) Your dish needs to be mounted inapositionwhereithasaccesstothesatellitesignals,andRG-6coaxialcablesmustberunintotheroom(s) where your receiver(s) will be located. If you choose to install the dish yourself, see theseparateinstructionmanualthatcamewithyoursatellitedishantenna.3Chapter 1Making the Right Connections
4ImportantNote to Satellite Dish InstallerThis reminder is provided to call your attention to articles 810 and 820 of the 2002 National Electrical Code. Refer toarticle 810, in particular 810-1 and 810-15, for required grounding of the metal structure of the dish antenna. Referalso to the 810-2 which, by reference to article 820, requires that the satellite dish coaxial cable shield be connectedto the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.Package ContentsThe following items are included with your DIRECTV Receiver:A/Vcables(RCAtype) Access cardS-Video cable User GuidePhone cord Remote Control & batteriesPower cordGetting ConnectedMaking the Right Connections4
5Safety & CareChapter 1 5Safety & CareYourDIRECTVSystemhasbeendesignedandmanufacturedtostringentqualityandsafetystandards.Youshould,however,beawareofthefollowingimportantprecautionsforsafeandoptimaluse of the equipment.Be sure to…• Read and follow all installation and operating instructions.• Keep instructions for future reference.• Heed all warnings on the equipment and in the instructions for your protection.Cautions…• Avoid moisture to reduce the risk of fi re 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.• CAUTION: Electric Shock — never attempt to disassemble the DIRECTV Receiver yourself; always take it to a qualifi ed 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 modifi cations 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.TIPWe highly recommend plugging the DIRECTV Receiver into a surge protector to prevent damage from fl uctuations in your power supply.
6• Have your DIRECTV Receiver professionally serviced (do not attempt to service it yourself) if:ThepowersupplycordorplugisdamagedorfrayedLiquid has spilled into the product or it has been exposed to waterThe receiver has been dropped or damagedThe receiver exhibits a distinct change in performanceThe receiver does not operate normally when you follow operating instructions as described in thismanual and its Troubleshooting section.• 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 fi re or shock. It’s also important to use only the type of power source indicated on the marking label or in this manual.• Always unplug the DIRECTV Receiver, TV and other equipment before you connect or disconnect any cables.• Always unplug your DIRECTV Receiver before moving it. Also, unplug it during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.• Protect power cords by routing them so they will not be walked on or pinched in any way. • Avoid audio hum or interference by inserting all cable plugs fi rmly 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.IMPORTANT: Be sure not to place your DIRECTV Receiver near anything WET or HOT! '5)$% -%.5 2%# !#4)6% ).&/0/7%23%,%#4/0%. /0%.Getting ConnectedSafety & Care
77Chapter 1Safety & Care• Do not drop your DIRECTV Receiver and always move it with care. • Place it on a fl at, hard surface — do not operate the DIRECTV Receiver on a carpet or other padded surface. Ensure that the rack or cabinet the receiver is placed on is stable, and not subject to being tipped over. • Ensure proper ventilation — the slots on top of the DIRECTV Receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airfl ow to the unit. Blocking the airfl ow 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 amplifi er.• Avoid heat — do not place the DIRECTV Receiver near heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other appliances. • Never insert objects of any kind into any openings in the DIRECTV Receiver (other than the DIRECTV® Access Card as detailed in this chapter). • Clean your receiver with a soft cloth or the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner, removing dust from the ventilation holes on the top and bottom. Avoid alcohol or oil-based furniture solvents — a non-abrasive, anti-static cleaner/polisher is recommended.• Use only manufacturer authorized accessories and parts.ImportantThis device incorporates an anticopy process technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual propertyrights. The anticopy process is licensed for non-commercial, home use only. Reverse engineering or disassembly isprohibited. Unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
8Hardware ReferenceGeneralSatellite Dish AntennaThis is your “dish” and related hardware, affixed to your roof or other surface, which picks up thebroadcast signals from our satellites.DIRECTV Receiver (or Satellite Receiver)Your DIRECTV Receiver picks up the signal from your satellite dish antenna and translates it intoviewable TV programming.Access CardContains information about your DIRECTV®service. It must be properly inserted for your receivertoworkandtoactivateyourprogramming.DIRECTVGUIDE MENU REC ACTIVE INFOPOWERSELECTOPEN OPENHardware ReferenceGetting Connected8
9Chapter 1Hardware ReferenceCables & ConnectionsBest Video: S-Video Jack and CableS-videojacksandcablesprovidethebestpicturequality.Youwillstillneedtoconnecttheleftandright audio cables to the TV, or optical audio cable to your stereo, because the S-Video cable onlycarriesthepicturesignal,notsound.Audio/Video (A/V) Jack and CableAudio/Video (A/V) cables provide very good picture quality and stereo sound, and should be used ifyour TV does not have S-video jacks. The DIRECTV Receiver’s A/V jacks are color coded (yellow forvideo, red for right audio and white for left audio). If your TV has only one input for audio (mono),connect it to the left (white) audio jack on the DIRECTV Receiver.RF Jack and Coaxial Cable (F-type)RF jacks and coaxial cables provide good picture and mono sound quality. They should be usedifA/VconnectionsarenotavailableonyourTV.RFjacksareusedtoconnecttoyourTVandsatellite dish, off-air antenna and cable feed connections. The RF jacks on the receiver are labeledSATELLITEIN,OFF-AIRINandOUTTOTV.Note:BesuretouseRG-6coaxialcablewhenconnecting from the satellite dish to the DIRECTV Receiver.LRRVideoS-Video JackRF Jack
10Helpful Hardware Re10Telephone Jack and CordThe telephone line cord is required to connect your DIRECTV Receiver to a land-based telephoneline if you choose to subscribe to DIRECTV programming. The phone line connection is used toperiodicallycallDIRECTV.YouwillneedanRJ11-typemodulatorjack(themostcommontypeof phone jack). Note: Do not connect your receiver to a digital PBX phone system — doing so maypermanentlydamageyourequipmentandvoidyourwarranty.PhoneJackNote: Not all cables come with your digital satellite receiver; you may need to purchase additional cables depending on your setup.Cables & ConnectionsGetting Connected
11Chapter 1eference Getting Familiar11Getting FamiliarDIRECTV Receiver Front Panel1) POWER – Turns your DIRECTV Receiver on or off. Your DIRECTV Receiver still tunes andreceives messages when powered off.2) REMOTE SENSOR –Theinfraredsensorpicksupcommandsfromtheremotecontrol.3)GUIDE– Displays the onscreen program guide.4) MENU –BringsuptheQuickMenutoaccesssettingsandservices.5) ARROWS –Movetheonscreenhighlightup,down,leftorright.6) SELECT –Selectstheitemhighlighted.7) ACTIVE –Displays the DIRECTV Interactive Home Page—local weather and more!8) INFO – Displays channel banner or info to a highlighted program or channel cell.9) DOOR PANEL –TheaccesscardslotandRESETbuttonarelocatedbehindthedoorpanel.1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 95
12etting ConnectedGetting FamiliarInsert your DIRECTV Access CardLocate the access card that came packed with your DIRECTV Receiver materials and insert the card,facingupward,fullyintotheslot.DIRECTV Receiver Rear Panel1) SATELLITE IN – Use to connect the DIRECTV Receiver to the satellite dish antenna.2) OUTTOTV– Connects the DIRECTV Receiver to your TV or VCR using RF coaxial cable.This jack provides the most basic connection, carrying good sound and video quality.3) OFF-AIR IN – Connect a standard TV antenna or cable feed to the DIRECTV Receiver usingthis jack. You can then switch between the DIRECTV Receiver’s signal and the TV/cable feed.4) 3/4 CHANNEL SWITCH –Allowsuserstochoosethechannelthatisnotusedinyourarea(3or 4) when the receiver is connected to TV using RF coaxial cable from the DIRECTV Receiver’sOUTTOTV.12Your equipment may not look exactly like the model illustrated.Acti veInfoSELECT1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
13Chapter 1Getting Familiar135) S-VIDEO –Providesthebestpicturequality,betterthanVIDEORCA-typeorRFcoaxialcablejacks.IfyourTVhasanS-Videojack,useitalongwiththeaudiojacks(S-Videoonlycarriespictureinformation,notsound)toconnecttoyourTV.6) VIDEO (Yellow) –ProvidesbetterpicturequalitythantheOUTTOTVjack.ConnectthesecondRCA-typecompositeVIDEOjacktoanotherdevice,suchasaVCR.YoumustalsoconnecttheAUDIOcableswhenusingtheVIDEOconnection.7) AUDIO(R-RedandL-White)– Audio cables offer better sound quality than RF coaxial cables.Youcanconnectasecondsetofaudiocablestoanothercomponent,suchasaVCRorstereo.8) USB PORT –Forfutureuse.9) PHONE – Connects the DIRECTV Receiver to a telephone wall jack. We require a land-basedtelephone connection to communicate periodically with your DIRECTV Receiver.10) AC POWER INLET – Connects the DIRECTV Receiver to an electrical outlet. We recommendyou use a surge protector to safeguard your DIRECTV Receiver from power spikes.
14Getting ConnectedGetting Familiar14Choose Your SetupThere are several ways to connect your receiver to match your particular equipment setup and to gainoptimum signal quality. The basic steps are as follows:• Connect the satellite dish cable to your receiver.• Connect the receiver audio and video to your TV or VCR.• If you connected the receiver to a VCR, connect the VCR to your TV.• Connect the receiver to a telephone line.• Plug in all power cords.Thefollowingpagesgivedetailedinstructionsonthetypesofconnectionsyoucanmake,dependingontheequipmentyouhave,inordertogetthebestpictureandsoundquality.Notethatthebackpanels of your TV and other equipment may not exactly match those illustrated.Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to the Satellite DishConnecttheRG-6RFcoaxialcablefromyoursatellitedishtothejacklabeledSATELLITEINonthe DIRECTV Receiver.When working with cables, be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (Video OUT to Video IN, Right Audio OUT to Right Audio IN, etc.). Never connect an IN to an IN or an OUT to an OUT.All A/V jacks and inputs are color coded. Always match the color of the plug to the same color of the jack.OUT INTIP
15Chapter 1Choose Your Setup15Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to your TV or VCRDependingontheconnectionsonthebackofyourTVorVCR,youhavethefollowingoptions:• S-Video&A/VAudioConnection(BestQuality)• A/V Connection (Better Quality)• RF Coaxial Connection (Good Quality)Theseconnectionsaredescribedonthefollowingpages.
16Getting ConnectedChoose Your SetupS-Video&A/VAudioConnection(BestQuality)Using the S-Video cable, connect one end to the S-VIDEO output jack on the DIRECTV ReceiverandtheotherendtotheS-VIDEOinputjackontheTV.UsingtheA/Vcable,connectthewhiteandredplugsfromoneendoftheA/VcabletotheAUDIOL (white) and R (red) jacks on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the plugs from otherendoftheA/VcabletothecorrespondingaudioINPUTjacksonyourTVorVCR.Donotplugthevideo (yellow) into either the DIRECTV Receiver or the TV.If hooking up a VCR, use another A/V cable to connect the white and red 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 VCR. Connect the plugs from the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding INPUT jacks on your TV.  en, use another A/V cable to connect the white and red 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 Receiver. Connect the plugs from other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding INPUT jacks on your VCR.Now, continue on page 20, “Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to Your Telephone Line.”16
17Chapter 1Choose Your Setup173 2TelevisionDIRECTV®Receiver154BEST QUALITYCONNECTION –S-Video & A/V AudioThebackpanelsofyourequipment may not look ex-actly like those illustrated.
1818TIPA/V Connection (Better Quality)UsingtheA/Vcable,connectthewhite,redandyellowplugsfromoneendoftheA/VcabletotheAUDIOL(white)andR(red)andVIDEO(yellow)outputjacksonthebackoftheDIRECTVReceiver. Connect the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding A/V input jacks on your TV.IfhookingupaVCR,usinganotherA/Vcable,connectthewhite,redandyellowplugsfromoneendoftheA/VcabletotheAUDIOL(white)andR(red)andVIDEO(yellow)outputjacksonthebackof the DIRECTV Receiver. Connect the other end of the A/V cable to the corresponding input jackson your VCR.Then,runanA/VcablefromtheVCR’sA/VoutputtotheTV’sA/Vinputs.Thiswillallowyoutowatchvideotapes.NOTE:IfyourTVonlyhasonesetofA/Vinputjacks,thisconnectioncanalsobemade by running a RF cable from the VCR’s OUT TO TV jack to the TV’s ANTENNA IN input.Now, continue on page 20, “Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to Your Telephone Line.”Getting ConnectedChoose Your SetupTo 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 26 for info.) Some TVs also have a MENU button that allows you to change the video source using an onscreen menu. If you have trouble changing the video source, refer to the instructions that came with your TV.NoteIfyourTVonlyhasoneaudioinputjackuseAUDIOL(white)jackonthebackoftheDIRECTVReceivertomakethe connection.
19Chapter 1Choose Your Setup19VERY GOOD QUALITYCONNECTION – A/VThebackpanelsofyourequipmentmay not look exactly like those il-lustrated.2TelevisionDIRECTV®Receiver143
2020RF Coaxial Connection (Good Quality)Using an RF coaxial cable, connect one end to the OUT TO TV jack on the DIRECTV ReceiverandtheotherendtotheANTENNAINjackontheTVorVCR.IfhookingupaVCR,useanotherRFcoaxialcabletoconnectoneendtotheOUTTOTVjackontheVCRandtheotherendtotheANTENNAINjackontheTV.Set the 3/4 switch on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to the “blank” local channel for in yourarea.Forexample,ifyouhavealocalchannel3inyourarea,thenmovethe3/4switchtochannel4.Ifyouhavealocalchannel4,thensettheswitchtochannel3.TowatchDIRECTVprogramming,tuneyourTVtochannel3or4(dependingonthepositionofthe3/4switchinstep3above).Connecting Your DIRECTV Receiver to Your Telephone LinePlug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall (or into a phone splitter that ispluggedintoaphonejack)andtheotherendintothePHONEJACKonthebackoftheDIRECTVReceiver.Completing the ConnectionsPlugallpowercordsintoelectricalsockets.Getting ConnectedChoose Your SetupTo 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 26 for info.) Some TVs also have a MENU button that allows you to change the video source using an onscreen menu. If you have trouble changing the video source, refer to the instructions that came with your TV.TIPNoteNOTE: The Good Quality connection can also be made using A/V cables if your VCR has A/V inputs. To connectusing the A/V cables, connect the audio L (white), R (red) and video (yellow) plugs from one end of the A/V cable to theAUDIO1LandRandVIDEO1jacksonthebackoftheDIRECTVReceiver.ConnecttheotherendoftheA/Vcable tothe corresponding jacks on your VCR.
2121Choose Your SetupChapter 1GOOD QUALITY CONNECTION–RFCoaxialThebackpanelsofyourequipmentmay not look exactly like those il-lustrated.TelevisionTelevisionDIRECTV®ReceiverDIRECTV®Receiver4433112255
2222Getting ConnectedGuided Setup & ActivationNow that your receiver and equipment are all hooked up and plugged in, you’re ready tofinishallthedetailstobeginreceivingyourDIRECTVservice.1) MakesuretheMODESWITCHontheremotecontrolissettoDIRECTV.2) Press TV POWER ON. The DIRECTV Receiver will turn on.3) Thefirstscreenwillallowyoutoselectalanguage.Usingthearrowkeysontheremotecontrol,move to the language you prefer and press SELECT.4) YouwillseeaWelcome screen.Now, let us lead the way…Simplyfollowtheonscreendirectionstocompleteyoursetupfunctions.Ifyou’veinstalledyoursatellitedishandsystemyourself,you’llbeguidedthoughvariousfunctionsforoptimizingyoursignalandsetup—includingpositioningyourdishandasystemtest.If,likemostpeople,youhadyour system professionally installed, these functions already have been completed.Guided Setup & ActivationImportantInordertoprotectyourTVscreenfromburn-in(aside-effectcausedwhenastationaryimageisdisplayedfortoolong),the DIRECTV Receiver interface automatically goes into screen saver mode, and displays a black screen with a movinglogowhennokeyispressedfor5minutesormorewhileastationaryimageisdisplayedontheTV.Todismissthescreen saver and return to what you were doing, press any key on the remote. Burn-in may cause permanent damage toyour TV and DIRECTV is not liable for anydamages that maybe caused toyour TV.TIPSELECTMENUYou may decide to set up, change or adjust some of the settings later. When you’re ready, press MENU on your remote, press SELECT on Settings then select Setup.
2323Chapter 1Guided Setup & ActivationAfter these setup procedures are complete, you’ll see the Satellite Data Acquisition screen, as thereceiver gathers information from the satellite for the onscreen program guide.Next,you’llbegiventheopportunitytosetupyourphoneconnection,aswellasprogramyourremote to control other equipment such as your TV and/or DVD player. Just follow the screeninstructionsandyou’llbereadytowatchinnotime!Activate Your DIRECTV ServiceOnceallthesetupprocessesarecomplete,allthat’slefttodoisactivateyourDIRECTVservice.Beforeyoumakethecall,besureto:TunetoChannel100andbesureyou’repickingupasatellitesignal(DIRECTVchannel).Have on hand your service address, social security number and a valid major credit card.Note your access card and receiver ID numbers (find these by pressing MENU, then go toSettings andpressSELECT.ThengotoSetup andpressSELECT.HighlightInfo & Test and pressSELECT.When you’re ready, just call 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288)andpicktheprogrammingpackagethat’s right for you.
2424Getting ConnectedProgramming Your Remote ControlProgramming Your Remote ControlYou 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).Once your remote is programmed to work with your TV, the VOL and MUTE key control the TV regardless of the slide switch position. If you would like to change the VOL and MUTE to work with another component, you can. Simply set up your remote to work with the component, and then move the slide switch to the position you would like to lock the VOL and MUTE keys to. Point the remote away from your DIRECTV Receiver and press and hold MUTE and SELECT until the light near the slide switch blinks twice (about 5 seconds). Enter 9-9-3.  e light will blink twice, indicating the VOL and MUTE are now locked to the chosen component, no matter what position the slide switch is in.
25Programming Your Remote ControlChapter 1 25Factory DefaultsTo 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 fl ashes twice (about 5 seconds).2) Enter 9-8-1.  e light on the remote will fl ash twice, indicating you have cleared AV1, AV2 and TV modes.
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28 Watching TV30 The Guide32 The Mini Guide32 Autotune34 Pay Per ViewChapter 2
What’s On28Watching TVNow that everything’s set up, you’re ready to grab your remote and start surfi ng! 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). You can also navigate to diff erent channels through the Guide, covered in detail starting on page 30. Keep in mind, either way, you’ll only be able to access those channels in your chosen DIRECTV® p r o g r a m m i n g package. Use the black keys on the left side of your remote control to adjust volume up or down (VOL) or mute the sound ( MUTE).  e black keys on the right side can take you to the next channel numerically up or down (CHAN), or jump to the previous channel you watched (PREV). Use the ChannelLineup (included inyour Welcome pack-age) to get familiarwith our channelnumbers.TIPWatching TV
29Chapter 2The Channel BannerAny time you tune to a channel, you’ll see the channel banner appear across the top of the screen.  is banner displays the following useful information:1) Current date & time2) DIRECTV Channel – Channel logo, number and call letters of the station you’re currently viewing.3) Program – Program title, stop and start time and rating of the current program.4) Current Favorites – Favorite Channels list currently in use.5) Audio options – Two states: bright and dim. If displayed brightly, alternate audio options are available.6) Messages – Two states: bright and dim. If displayed brightly, there are new DIRECTV messages in Caller ID & Messages.7) P a r e n t a l C o n t r o l s – Parental Controls lock status.  ree states: Locked, unlocked and temporarily unlocked.Music ChannelsYour DIRECTV service includes dozens of enjoyable, continuous, commercial-free music channels with something for everytaste.Tunetothesejustasyouwouldtoanychannel.You’llseeaspecialChannelBannerthatinitiallydisplaysthechanneldescription (for example, “Alternative,” “Today’s Country”). As each song is played, its info will appear in the banner,including song title, artist and record company..The channel banner gives youinfoonthechannelandshowyou are currently watching.1 2 3 4 5 6 7To see program details atanytimepressINFOonyourremote (press a second timeto clear). Select More Infobutton to see additional op-tions.Watching TV
The GuideOverview of the DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide® e 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, fi nd 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: – Broadcast in letterbox (16:9 or widescreen) format – All Day Ticket Pay Per View showings (pay once, watch all day)Press the GUIDE key twiceto skip the Category Sortscreen.GUIDETIPThe GuideWhat’s On30
Getting Around in the GuidePress the GUIDE key on your remote, then choose how you want to fi lter the Guide. Select All Channels, or channels in a specifi c category.Moving through the Guide is simple: e 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.Press the RED or GREEN keys to move forward or back in time.To tune to a program that is on now, highlight the program and press SELECT. Selecting a future program displays program information.Press INFO when you’ve highlighted a show in the Guide to view a more in-depth description and options. Pressing INFO when you’ve highlighted the channel name displays the channel’s listing for up to 14 days.Press SELECT when you’ve highlighted a channel cell (far left) to view that channel in the TV window.Press MENU to see Guide options, change your Favorites list, or jump to a desired date and time.Press RECORD to record the program.MENUINFOBACKEXITLISTGUIDEACTIVESELECTHighlightanitembyusingthe arrow keys to moveLEFT,RIGHT,UPorDOWN.PressSELECTtoaccesstheinformation or channel.The Guide31Chapter 2
What’s On32The Mini GuideProgramListingsWhileYouWatchTV e Mini Guide is a special version of the Guide that displays only one channel at a time, and appears over full-screen TV. To display the Mini Guide, press the BLUE key on the remote while watching TV. Just as you can with the Guide, you can scroll through channels and times, set programs to record, access program info, and other Guide features.AutotuneAn even better way to catch all your favoritesAutotune is a great way to see your favorite programs on your schedule. You won’t miss your favorite series because it moved to a diff erent 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 will tune to it automatically when it starts. To schedule a program for autotuning with specifi c options:1) Highlight a program that interests you and press INFO.2) Highlight and select Autotune. A screen is displayed where you can set Autotune options for that program. Follow the onscreen instructions to set the program to autotune as you wish.The Mini Guide
33Chapter 23) Select the Set Autotune button, then OK on the confi rmation screen.If a program you select to autotune confl icts with another program, you will be notifi ed of the confl ict at the time and given a choice of which autotune to cancel.Changing Autotune Options/Canceling an AutotuneOnce 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 YELLOW); 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.You can change the following Autotune options:• For all programs, you can extend Autotune start and stop times (for example, start 1 minute before the program; stop 5 minutes after the scheduled end of the program).• For programs with multiple episodes, you can select whether to Autotune fi rst run programs and repeats or just fi rst runs.Recording to VCRTo record a program on your VCR, make sure you’ve connected your VCR properly to your DIRECTV Receiver, then set up your VCR to record at the same time as a scheduled autotune and you’re set. See your VCR User’s Guide for information on how to set it up for scheduled or manual recording.The Mini Guide
What’s On34Pay Per ViewThe Latest Movies, 24 Hours a DayYou 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 fi nd 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. As long as your receiver has been connected to a land-based phone line, you can use your remote to order. You’ll get a reminder a few minutes before the pay per view’s start time.You can cancel your pay per view order for any reason as long as none of the program has been viewed. Press LIST, then YELLOW to display the To Do List. Press SELECT on the Purchase item in the left menu. Select the desired program and follow the onscreen instructions.You can also order DIRECTVPay Per View movies andevents on the Internet atDIRECTV.com or over thephone at 1-800-531-5000.Keep in mind, though, thereis an ordering fee for thosepurchases placed over thephone.TIPPay Per View

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