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
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
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
Welcome About Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Installation & Activation DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Front Panel DIRECTV Plus HD DVR Rear Panel

Getting Started

Welcome
With the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR you can expect more than ever before, with access to over 225 channels, including our awesome HD selections and over 30 premium movie channels, with something to please everyone in the family. DIRECTV HD service offers everything youd want in your television experience: an astounding variety of channels and choices, crisp digital-quality picture and sound and one-of-a-kind sports and events. DIRECTV Pay Per View offers a handy choice in recent hit movies, plus exciting live sports, concerts and specials, even Pay Per View selections in HD. Theres exclusive sports subscriptions for every taste and team. Even access to 67 music channels! To deliver this unique programming and enhance your entertainment experience, the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR have been designed to be simple and user-friendly. Youll find that most features are self-explanatory, with onscreen directions to lead you through them. TIP

You can find additional information and the latest updates at DIRECTV.com
About Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR
The DIRECTV Plus HD DVR is a high-definition, digital video recorder, that lets you record up to 200 hours of your favorite programs* in standard or high-definition, and use pause and other video controls on live TV. You can select a specific program and set it to record once or every time its on, or you can search for and record your favorite shows with your desired name, title or keywords.

Important

You must subscribe to the DIRECTV DVR service in order to use the recording features. DIRECTV hardware, programming and DVR service available separately. For information and pricing regarding programming and DVR service, please visit DIRECTV.com. *Actual recording capacity varies based on type of programming being recorded. Fewer hours of HD can be recorded.

What You Can Watch

With the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR, you have access to all types of televised programming, including: 4 DIRECTV high-definition and standard-definition digital programming via satellite, including local channels if offered in your area (DIRECTV service subscription required). 4 Local digital TV channels, including any local HD broadcasts shown in your area, available via the DIRECTV Satellite or an off-air antenna.

Equipment Youll Need

To view HD programming, youll need, in addition to your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR: 4 A high-definition TV set (or HDTV monitor) 4 A 5 LNB Multi-Satellite dish antennaMPEG4 and Ka/Ku compatible To enjoy select HD programming available on off-air local channels, you will also need an off-air antenna (sold separately) connected to your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. This is possible only in cities where local broadcast stations make digital TV programs, including high-definition, available. Reception may vary based on your geographic location. Or, in some areas, you will be able to receive off-air local channels from your satellite dish.

DVR Service

Digital video recording capabilities are only fully functional with a land-based phone line connection and a subscription to DVR Service, sold separately. For information and pricing, visit DIRECTV.com/DVR.

DIRECTV or Off-air Channel

Program Info

Info Panel

Current Favorites

Audio Options

Messages

Parental Controls

Button Hint

Music Channels
Your DIRECTV service includes dozens of enjoyable, continuous music channels with something for every taste. Tune to these just as you would to any channel. Youll see a special Channel Banner that initially displays the channel description (for example, Real Jazz, Nashville!). As each song is played, its info will appear in the banner, including song title, artist and record company.

The Guide

Overview of the DIRECTV Advanced Program Guide
Press the GUIDE key twice to skip the Channel Categories screen.

GU ID E

The Guide displays listings of current and upcoming programs for up to 14 days in advance. Find out whats on (now or later), change the channel, search for and purchase a pay per view movie or event, or search for a program youre interested in. Icons you may see in the Guide: Broadcast in letterbox (16:9 widescreen) format All Day Ticket Pay Per View showings (pay once, watch all day) Scheduled to Record All episodes scheduled to record (Series Link) Program matches a Search, set to autorecord Currently recording HD program Dolby Digital audio available
Getting Around in the Guide
Press the GUIDE key on your remote, then choose how you want to filter the Guide (or press GUIDE twice to skip the filter). Select All Channels, or channels in a specific category. Moving through the Guide is simple:
4 Use the CHAN key up or down to scroll a full page. 4 Press the RED or GREEN keys to move forward or back in time. 4 To tune to a program that is on now, highlight the program and press SELECT. Selecting a future program displays program information. 4 Press INFO when youve highlighted a show in the Guide to view a more in-depth description and options. Pressing INFO when youve highlighted the channel name displays the channels listing for up to 14 days. 4 Press SELECT when youve highlighted a channel cell (far left) to view that channel in the TV window. 4 Press MENU to see Guide options, change your Favorites list, or jump to a desired date and time. 4 Press RECORD to record the program.

The Caller ID feature requires you to sign up for Caller ID with your phone company.
4 Consider using a surge protector or line conditioner.
You can get a lot of information at our website:
4 If your TV turns off while playing, and other lights/appliances in your house do too, you may have blown a circuit breaker or be experiencing a power outage. 4 Consult an electrician if the problem is frequent or severe, especially if other household appliances or electronics are affected. DIRECTV Plus HD DVR turns on or changes channels unexpectedly 4 An autorecord may have been activated. See page 20. 4 Your TVs timer may have been activated. 4 Check your TV owners manual. Blank screen 4 Check that all components connected to the input jacks are turned on. 4 Try another channel.

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4 Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR may be hooked up incorrectly to the TV. Press the INFO button on the front panel of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to see if the channel banner appears. If it does not, check the Setup and Connections section for instructions about connecting your satellite receiver. 4 Press the TV INPUT key on the remote to make sure your TV input is set to the TV input your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR is connected to. 4 Press the POWER button on the front of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. 4 Press the red RESET button behind the door on the front panel of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR.
Temporary loss of the satellite signal or Searching for Satellite Signal message 4 Your satellite system may be experiencing rain fade, a temporary loss of the satellite signal due to unusually heavy rain clouds or rainfall. Rain fade is usually brief, lasting only as long as the heavy rain cloud condition persists. 4 Your dish may be blocked. Check that something is not blocking the dish. Partial programming loss/channels missing from the Guide/Channel is in the Guide but I cant tune to it 4 Your satellite dish antenna may be incorrectly configured. Check the dish type set in your receivers preferences and change if necessary. Press the MENU key on the remote control, then select Settings, then Setup. In the next menu, select Satellite, then Repeat Satellite Dish Setup. Follow the steps. From the Satellite Dish Type screen, make sure the proper dish type is selected (round, oval with a dual LNB or oval with a triple LNB). 4 The channels might be excluded from the Favorites list currently in use. Press MENU on the remote, select Favorites, then All Channels, or enter the channel number manually. My video and audio are out of sync. 4 Try changing channels. 4 Press LIST, then EXIT. 4 If neither of those work, restart your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Press the RESET button behind the access panel door on the front of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. You can also press MENU, press SELECT on Settings, then SELECT Setup. Select the Reset item from the left menu and follow the onscreen instructions.

D. Termination These Terms are effective until terminated. You may terminate these Terms by returning the Receiver to DIRECTV or your supplier. These Terms will terminate automatically without notice if you fail to comply with these Terms or any other agreement between you and DIRECTV. Upon termination you must return the Receiver to DIRECTV or your supplier. E. Disclaimer THE SOFTWARE IS (TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW) SUPPLIED AS IS. NEITHER DIRECTV NOR ANY OF ITS LICENSORS EXPRESSLY MAKES OR PASSES ON TO YOU ANY WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION ON BEHALF OF DIRECTV OR ITS LICENSORS WITH RESPECT TO THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING (BUT NOT LIMITED TO) ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, SATISFACTORY QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO EVENT WILL DIRECTV OR ITS LICENSORS BE LIABLE TO YOU WITH RESPECT TO THE SOFTWARE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGE (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFITS, LOST SAVINGS, LOSS OF DATA OR THE COST OF PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS, TECHNOLOGY OR SERVICES) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR THE INABILITY TO USE THE SOFTWARE, EVEN IF DIRECTV OR ITS LICENSORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY CLAIM BY A THIRD PARTY. Some states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, consequential or special damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. F. Third Party Beneficiaries DIRECTVS LICENSORS AND SUPPLIERS SHALL BE THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES OF THESE LICENSE TERMS, AS APPLICABLE. YOUR USE OF THE RECEIVER CONSTITUTES YOUR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS AND AGREE TO BE BOUND HEREBY. G. Additional Information Certain additional terms and information for the Software and certain third party software (including the text of licenses applicable to any free, open source and other similar software that may be included in the Software) may be found in the DIRECTV Customer Agreement, the DIRECTV website located at www.directv.com, and the GNU website located at www.gnu.org.
64 Before You Begin 64 Hardware Reference

Appendix A: Installation

68 Making the Video Connections 70 Making the Audio Connections 72 Making the Basic Connections 74 Guided Setup 75 Activate Your DIRECTV Service 76 Programming Your Remote Control 77 Using Your IR or RF Remote to Control Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR 78 Receiving Local Off-Air Broadcast Channels

Before You Begin

Your satellite dish antenna must be installed before you can begin following the procedures in this User Guide. (Professional installation is highly recommended.) Your dish needs to be mounted in a position where it has access to the satellite signals, and RG-6 coaxial cables must be run into the room(s) where your receiver(s) will be located. If you choose to install the dish yourself, see the separate instruction manual that came with your satellite dish antenna. Whether youre having your system professionally installed or handling it yourself, be sure to read over the following few pages to familiarize yourself with some important tips for safety and care. TIP

Hardware Reference

Satellite Dish Antenna This is your dish and related hardware, affixed to your roof or other surface, which picks up the broadcast signals from our satellites. DIRECTV Plus HD DVR (Satellite Receiver) Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR picks up the signal from your satellite dish antenna and translates it into viewable TV programming. Access Card Contains information about your DIRECTV service. It must be properly inserted for your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to work and to activate your programming. Off-Air Digital Antenna (not included) This antenna attaches to the back of your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR and is used to receive local off-air 64 digital broadcasts.

DOLBY D I G I T A L

DIRECTV

ACCESS CARD

Cables & Connections
HDMI Jack and Cable The DIRECTV Plus HD DVR incorporates HDMI [or High-Definition Multimedia Interface] technology. HDMI offers a high-quality connection that combines the video and audio signal into a single cable. The HDMI jack uses HDCP content protection to allow you to view HD programming that has been encoded using the HDCP protection system. For the best access to HD programming at the highest available resolution, connect this to an HDTV that supports HDCP technology. DVI (Digital Visual Interface) is an older digital connection standard that has been replaced by HDMI and is compatible with HDMI. DVI carries video only. You can also use an HDMI to DVI converter (not included), which also carries video only, so must be used with audio cables to receive the audio signal. Component Video Output (YPbPr) The component connector provides high-quality video for your HDTV system. Component video is also referred to as YPbPr. It uses three separate cableswith connectors colored green, red and blueone for each component of the HD video signal. A separate audio connection is also required, using either Digital Audio Optical cable or the audio portion of an A/V cable. Digital Audio Outputs (Optical Jack and Cable) The Digital Audio Optical cable provides the best quality audio. The jack and cable use light to send digital audio data to A/V receivers equipped to receive and interpret it. The jack and cable (cable not included) must be aligned before plugging in, and may be covered by protective caps, which must be removed before making connections. Use caution when handling optical cables: They are delicate!

S-Video Jack and Cable S-Video jacks and cables provide the best non-HD picture quality. You will still need to connect the left and right audio cables to the TV, or optical audio cable to your stereo, because the S-Video cable only carries the picture signal, not sound. A separate audio connection is also required, using either Digital Audio Optical cable or the audio portion of an A/V cable. Audio/Video (A/V) Jack and Cable Audio/Video (A/V) cables provide very good picture quality and stereo sound. The video cable should be used if you dont have HDMI, component or S-Video cables, or your TV does not have HDMI, component or S-Video jacks. The audio cable may be used if you have connected your TV with S-Video or Component cables, which dont provide audio signals. The DIRECTV Receivers A/V jacks are color coded (yellow for video, 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. Telephone Jack and Cord The telephone line cord connects your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to a land-based telephone line. The phone line connection is used to periodically call DIRECTV. This connection is required for sports package subscriptions and for purchasing Pay Per View movies and events. You will need an RJ11-type modulator jack (the most common type of phone jack). Note: Do not connect your receiver to a digital PBX phone system doing so may permanently damage your equipment and void your warranty.

S-Video Jack

Phone Jack
Note: Not all cables come with your digital satellite receiver; you may need to purchase additional cables, depending on your setup.

Choose Your Setup

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.
There are several ways to connect your DIRECTV System to match your particular equipment setup and to gain optimum signal quality. The basic steps are as follows: Connect the satellite dish cable to your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Connect the audio and video outputs of your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to your TV or VCR. If you connected the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to a VCR, connect the VCR to your TV. Connect the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to a telephone line. Plug in all power cords. This section gives detailed instructions on the types of connections you can make, depending on the equipment you have, in order to get the best picture and sound quality. Note that the back panels of your TV and other equipment may not exactly match those illustrated.

All A/V jacks and inputs are color coded. Always match the color of the plug to the same color of the jack.
Connecting Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to your TV or VCR
Depending on the inputs on the back of your TV or VCR, you have the following options for connecting your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR: S-Video Digital Audio (optical) Analog Audio HDMI YPbPr Video These connections are described on the following pages. Important
Due to restrictions imposed by copyright holders, certain programming may include content protection measures that may restrict viewing in high-definition and/or recording with certain consumer electronics equipment attached to the receiver. Please contact the manufacturer of such equipment for additional information.
Everybody wants to be connected.
Making the Video Connections
Choose one of the following connections: Best (HD Video and Digital Audio): Connect the HDMI cables to the HDMI jacks on the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR and your TV. HDMI cables also carry digital audio, so you do not need to make a separate audio connection, unless you would like to use other audio outputs; for example, if you want to connect your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to a stereo or home theater system. Note: HDMI cable is not included with the HD Receiver. Better (HD Video): Connect one end of the Component (YPbPr) video cables to the COMPONENT OUT video jacks on the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Connect the other end of the component video cable to the component input on your TV, making sure to correctly match the red, green and blue connectors. You will need to connect audio separately. Good (Non-HD): Connect one end of the S-Video cables to the S-VIDEO OUT jacks on the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Connect the other end to the S-Video input on your TV. Note: The SVideo cable will not provide an HD signal to your TV. Not recommended (Non-HD): You can use RCA connectors to connect your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to your TV, but it is not recommended. To get the best quality of image, use one of the above methods. However, if your TV does not support S-Video, component or HDMI connections, connect one end of the RCA cable (usually with a yellow plug) to the VIDEO OUT jack on the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Connect the other end to the video input on your TV.
To switch between watching your VCR and watching video from your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR, you may need to program the INPUT key on your DIRECTV Remote. (See page 74 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.
To obtain optimum picture quality, make sure the receiver is connected directly to the TV. Connecting the receiver to the TV through a VCR or DVD recorder is known to yield less than optimum picture quality, particularly when viewing copyprotected programming.

Television

COMPONENT IN
DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL)

Connect Video Cables

The back panels of your equipment may not look exactly like those illustrated.

S-VIDEO IN HDMI

HDMI (includes video & audio)

BET TER *

S-VIDEO

S-ATA ETHERNET USB

DIRECTV Plus HD DVR

Component Out

Off-Air In
Phone Satellite In 2 Satellite In 1 (FTM)
* Note: Do not confuse the component YPbPr cable with a standard Audio/Video (RCA-type) cable. Observe the Red, Green, Blue color-coding. You will not get HD video if you use the Video Out connector on your TV, or your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR.
Making the Audio Connections
Best: If you connected your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to your TV with HDMI cables you do not need to make a separate audio connection, unless you would like to use other audio outputs; for example, if you want to connect your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to a stereo or home theater system. Note: HDMI cable is not included with the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Best 2: You may also receive digital audio by connecting an Optical Audio cable from the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) jack on your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to a DIGITAL AUDIO IN (OPTICAL) jack on your TV. This output can also be used if you wish to listen to audio on a stereo or home theater system, even if you are already using an HDMI cable for audio on your TV. Note: Optical Audio cable is not included with the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Good: For analog audio, connect the white (L) and red (R) RCA-type cables from the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to your TV.
If you used an HDMI cable to hook up video, you can skip this section.
If your TV only has one audio input jack use AUDIO L (white) jack on the back of the DIRECTV Receiver to make the connection.

Connect Audio Cables

RCA-type

Digital Optical

BE ST 2*
S-ATA ETHERNET AC IN DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (OPTICAL) HDMI USB

Satellite In 2

Satellite In 1 (FTM)

S-VIDEO OUT

* NOTE: For best audio quality on your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR, use the HDMI cable for audio and video. (See Making the Video Connections.)
Making the Basic Connections
1) Connect the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to the Satellite Dish via FTM (Frequency Translation Module). Depending on the type of network connection you are using, you may have to connect the RG-6 RF coaxial cable from your FTM to the jack labeled SATELLITE IN on the back of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Some systems may instead make this connection to a cable entry point in your house. Your DIRECTV installer will make the appropriate connection. 2) Optional: Connect the Off-air antenna to the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Do this by connecting the off-air antenna to the jack labeled OFF-AIR IN on your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. When you go through the Guided Setup process, be sure to select the Satellite & Antenna button when you reach the Satellite Dish & Off-Air Antenna screen. 3) Connect the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to land-based telephone line. Plug one end of the telephone cord into a phone jack on your wall (or into a phone splitter that is plugged into a phone jack) and the other end into the PHONE JACK on the back of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. 4) Plug all power cords into electrical sockets.

Activate Your DIRECTV Service
Once all the setup processes are complete, all thats left to do is activate your DIRECTV service. Before you make the call, be sure to: 4 Have on hand your service address, social security number and a valid major credit card. 4 Note your access card and receiver ID numbers. (You may have written them down earlier in this chapter.) When youre ready, just call 1-800-DIRECTV (1-800-347-3288) and pick the programming package thats right for you and subscribe to DVR Service. Important
In order to protect your TV screen from burn-in (a side-effect caused when a stationary image is displayed for too long), the DIRECTV Receiver interface automatically goes into screen saver mode, and displays a black screen with a moving logo when no key is pressed for 5 minutes or more while a stationary image is displayed on the TV. To dismiss the screen saver and return to what you were doing, press any key on the remote. Burn-in may cause permanent damage to your TV and DIRECTV is not liable for any damages that may be caused to your TV.
Programming Your Remote Control
You may have already programmed your remote control during Guided Setup, but if you didnt, or you want to make changes, or youve acquired some new equipment, follow these instructions. You 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) 2) 3) 4) 5) Press MENU to display the Quick Menu. Highlight Settings and press SELECT. Highlight Setup and press SELECT. Press SELECT on Remote in the left menu. 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 MODE slide switch position. If you would like to change the VOL and MUTE to work with other audio equipment, such as a stereo, you can. When you program the remote for the audio equipment, onscreen instructions will direct you on how to do this.
If you programmed your Remote Control during Guided Setup, you can skip this section.

Factory Defaults

To reset the remote control and clear all but DIRECTV mode, 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 flashes twice (about 5 seconds). 2) Enter 9-8-1. The light on the remote will flash twice, indicating you have cleared AV1, AV2 and TV modes.
Using Your IR or RF Remote to Control Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR

For 4:3 program signals: Fills TV Screen
You can watch HD programs on a standard TV, but you wont really be watching HD.
For 16:9 program signals: Letterbox Stretch Crop
16:9 TVs Showing 4:3 programs
For a wide screen 16:9 TV showing a standard 4:3 TV program, the program is too tall to fit the screen. Your choices here include: Pillar box Here the 4:3 image is shrunk until the entire height of the program fits on your TV. Since the aspect ratio is maintained, the image is no longer wide enough to fill the screen, so gray or black bars are seen at the left and right edges. To change the bar color, access the HDTV screen in System Setup as described above, then select the desired bar color option under the TV Ratio tab. Stretch In this setting, instead of adding bars to the sides, the 4:3 program image is stretched horizontally until its wide enough to fill the screen. Your entire screen will be full, but the images are a little stretched to compensate. Crop This format crops (cuts off ) the top and bottom of a 4:3 frame, keeping the 4:3 ratio intact.
Only Pillar Box shows the entire original 4:3 image without distortion.
Fortunately, you can still watch regular TV on your HD TV. Isnt it nice to be one step ahead of the rest of the world?
If your display is a 16:9 format TV or monitor, your format options include these:
For 4:3 program signals: Pillar Box Stretch Crop
For 16:9 program signals: Fills TV Screen
Access card 4, 5, 54, 64 Analog TV 80 Aspect ratio 82, 83 Audio Options Dolby Digital 17, 28, 29, 30 Audio options 15, 28, 29 Language 28 Autorecord 17, 20
Date & time 15 Digital audio 7, 30, 65, 68 Digital TV 80 DIRECTV mode 42, 48, 76 DIRECTV PROTECTION PLAN 55, 56 Dish-pointing coordinates 48 Display Formats 85, 87, 89 Language 28 Dolby Digital 17, 28, 29, 30 DVI (Digital Visual Interface) 65
Guide iv, 4, 11, 12, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 27, 30, 31, 32, 44, 47, 52, 64, 74, 78 Guided Setup 48, 72, 74, 75, 76, 77, 78, 82 GUIDE key iv, 17
HDMI 7, 30, 65, 66, 67, 68, 70, 85 HDTV 3, 30, 65, 74, 81, 82, 84, 88 High-definition 2, 3, 67, 80 Hours, viewing 21, 35
Batteries iv, 4, 41, 42, 48, 49, 77

EXIT iv, 13, 31, 44, 47

INFO key iv, 47, 74 Interlacing 80, 81
Cables iii, 4, 7, 41, 49, 54, 58, 64, 65, 66, 67, 68, 70 Caller ID 15, 33, 42 Category sort 17, 30 Channel Banner 15, 28, 30, 36 Channel blocks 35 Channel list 33, 35 Connections 6, 41, 49, 65, 67, 68, 85 Crop 83, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89
Favorites 15, 18, 28, 32, 33, 44 FCC Customer Information 57 Find By 17, 31 FORMAT iv, 83, 85 Front panel 40, 41, 43, 45, 83, 84
Jacks iii, 7, 43, 49, 66, 67, 68
Language for audio 28 for display 28, 74 Letterbox 83, 85 Lock (Parental Controls) 15, 36
Parental Controls 15, 29, 34, 36, 37 channel blocks 35 hours (viewing) 21, 35 ratings 34 spending 35 unlocking 36 Passcode 34, 36, 37 Pay Per View 2, 17, 21, 31, 45 Pillar box 85, 88, 89 Power surge 42 Previous channel 11 Program guide iv, 4, 11, 12, 15, 17, 18, 20, 21, 22, 27, 30, 31, 32, 44, 47, 52, 64, 74, 78 Programming 2, 3, 11, 21, 22, 30, 31, 34, 35, 44, 51, 64, 65, 67, 68, 74, 75, 94 Ordering 2, 31 Tuning to 2, 31 Progressive scan 81 Purchases 21

Icon Reference

Arrow Icons Indicate that a shows start or end time is earlier or later than is visible in the Guide program cell. LEFT and RIGHT arrows on the remote offer special functionality. Objects are scrollable above or below the visible window. UP and DOWN arrows on the receiver front panel offer special functionality.

Other Icons

Denotes one or more alternate audio tracks available for a program. Denotes that no alternate audio tracks available. Indicates one or more new messages are in the Inbox. Indicates no new messages are in the Inbox. Shows that Parental Control limits are currently locked. Shows that limits are temporarily unlocked. Shows that there are no current limits imposed. Indicates a rating level or channel that is blocked via Parental Controls. Indicates a pay per view program is available as an All Day Ticket replay. Indicates program shown in letterbox format. Denotes an error condition has occurred.
Scheduler Icons Shows a Record has been set for a future program. Indicates a Record has been set for all episodes of an ongoing program. Indicates a program is currently recording. Shows an Record has been set for matching programs in a Find by. Indicates a present or future pay per view program has been scheduled for purchase.

Quick Start Guide

Network Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR
Network Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR QUICK-START GUIDE
Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR is network-capable, meaning it can connect to your home network and the internet. And, with the proper equipment (as outlined below), your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR can access Media Share, the exciting new service that allows you to stream pictures and music from your home computer! This Quick-Start Guide will show you how to connect your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to your home network and use Intel Viiv Processor Technology-based PC to use Media Share. Installation is quick and easy, just follow the steps!
Before You Begin Requirements: Intel Viiv Processor Technology-based PC (look for the Intel Viiv sticker on the computer). Router (Intel Viiv Technology - compliant router preferred. Look for the "Enjoy with Viiv" sticker on the router). Broadband internet connection The latest version of the Intel Viiv Media Share Software
- Windows XP systems require Version 1.5 or higher - Windows Vista systems require Version 1.6 or higher If you don't have this software, go to www.directv.com/mediashare to download it.
There are three (3) ways to connect your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR to your home network: 1. Wired Connection 2. Powerline Connection 3. Wireless Connection
CONNECT YOUR DIRECTV Plus HD DVR TO YOUR HOME NETWORK Wired Connection Powerline Connection Wirelless Connection 6
SET UP YOUR Intel Viiv MEDIA SERVER

USE MEDIA SHARE

Connect Your DIRECTV PlusHD DVR To Your Home Network

WIRED CONNECTION

A wired connection is a direct or indirect connection between your DSL/cable router and your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR via an Ethernet cable. Note that your equipment may look different. Direct Connection

Ethernet Cable

Along with the requirements listed on page 2, you will need: Cat5 Wiring in your home. This means that you have Broadband ready Ethernet jacks that you can plug into in different areas of your home

Router

HD DVR Indirect Connection Ethernet Cable

HD DVR

Step 1
If you can access your router, make sure that that it is providing Broadband to the Ethernet jack that you are connecting your HD DVR to.
Ethernet cable connects to an unused port on the router.

Step 2

Plug one end of the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port located on the back of your HD DVR. (Note: You may have one or two Ethernet ports, depending on your model. If you have 2, use the TOP Ethernet port.) Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable into an Ethernet Adapter device (Wall Mount or Power Strip), and plug the Ethernet Adapter device into a wall outlet.
Ethernet cable plugs into HD DVR.
Step 3 Verify that You are Connected!
Go to your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR: Press Menu On Your DIRECTV Remote> Select Help & Settings> Select Setup> Select Network> Choose Connect Now If your HD DVR immediately recognizes the network connection you will receive this Congratulations screen. (See Figure A.) If your HD DVR does not immediately recognize the network connection, you will get the option to choose your Connection method. You should choose Wired. (See Figure B.)

Figure A

Figure B
Network Your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR - QUICK START GUIDE

POWERLINE CONNECTION

A powerline connection uses your homes existing power lines to connect your DSL/cable router to your DIRECTV PlusHD DVR via an Ethernet Adapter that uses HomePlug(R) or a similar power line technology. Two Ethernet Adapters are needed: one to connect to the router and one to connect to the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Note: If you live in an apartment or condo, you may have to adjust the security settings on your Ethernet Adapter to ensure that your neighbors with similar adapters do not intercept your data. Refer to the manufacturers instructions for your Ethernet Adapter. Along with the requirements listed on page 2, you will need: 2 Ethernet Adapter Devices 2 Ethernet Cables IMPORTANT: Please be advised that your Ethernet Adapters must be plugged directly into a wall. However, if you have power strip that is certified to work with your Ethernet Adapter, you may use it. If you do not have a certified power strip, you must plug your Ethernet Adapter directly into an electrical outlet.
Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to an unused port on the back of your router.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet jack on the Ethernet Adapter. If your Ethernet Adapter is combined with your power strip, then plug your power strip into the wall and connect the Ethernet cable to the jack on the power strip.
Power Strip Configuration

Ethernet Cable Router

Ethernet Adapter Wall Mount Plugged into Wall Outlet

Step 3

At the back of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR, connect another Ethernet cable into the back of your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. (Note: You may have one or two Ethernet ports, depending on your model. If you have 2, use the TOP Ethernet port.)

POWERLINE CONNECTION Step 4
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the other Ethernet Adapter.
Wall Mount Configuration Ethernet Cable Ethernet Adapter Wall Mount Plugged into Wall Outlet
Step 5 Verify that You are Connected!
Go to your DIRECTV PlusHD DVR: Press Menu On Your DIRECTV Remote> Select Help & Settings> Select Setup> Select Network> Choose Connect Now If your HD DVR immediately recognizes the network connection you will receive this Congratulations screen. (See Figure A.) If your HD DVR does not immediately recognize the network connection, you will get the option to choose your Connection method. You should choose Powerline. (See Figure B.)

WIRELESS CONNECTION

A wireless connection uses your own wireless router and a wireless transceiver to send data from your DSL/cable router to the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Please be advised that DIRECTV does not recommend using a wireless device, because it may not provide the best experience. For the best digital entertainment experience, the better options are Wired and Powerline. However if you prefer to use Wireless, you must follow the manufacturer's directions on configuring your Wireless device. These instructions will help you to make the right connections to your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. Along with the requirements listed on page 2, you will need: A Wireless Transceiver that uses an Ethernet Port to connect to a media device. A Wireless Router (in place of a regular router).
Ethernet Cable Wireless Transceiver HD DVR
Connect one end of an Ethernet cable to the LAN port on the back of the wireless transceiver.
Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR jack labeled ETHERNET. (Note: You may have one or two Ethernet ports, depending on your model. If you have 2, use the TOP Ethernet port.)
Ethernet cable connects to the LAN port of the wireless transceiver.
Go to your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR: Press Menu On Your DIRECTV Remote> Select Help & Settings> Select Setup> Select Network> Choose Connect Now If your HD DVR immediately recognizes the network connection you will receive this Congratulations screen. (See Figure A.) If your HD DVR does not immediately recognize the network connection, you will get the option to choose your Connection method. You should choose Wireless. (See Figure B.)
Set Up Your Intel Viiv Media Server
At this point your DIRECTV PlusHD DVR should now be connected to your home network. You can take advantage of your new networking capabilities by using your Intel Viiv - capable to stream music and photos to your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR. This section describes the steps. Intel Viiv is a technology developed by Intel to transform your home computer into a digital entertainment center. DIRECTV Plus HD DVR takes advantage of Intel Viiv Technology to stream music and photos from an Intel Viiv Processor Technology-based PC. Once you've successfully connected your hardware, you can verify that your DIRECTV PlusHD DVR is connected at any time.

The first step in preparing your home computer for the Intel Viiv experience is to set up the Intel Viiv Technology. Double-click on the Intel Viiv icon at the bottom-right corner of the screen to display the Intel Viiv settings screen.
Click on View Network Map to display the getting started screen.
"Actual screen may appear different."
After a few minutes, the network map is displayed. If everything is set up correctly, you should see the internet icon, your computer (labeled INTEL-PC in this example), your router (labeled with the IP address), and and a device with an IP address that has a question mark denoting that it is Unknown. You can confirm that it is your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR by comparing the IP Address on the screen with the IP Address that is displayed in the "Advanced Setup" screen in your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR "Network Setup" menu. Select the "Unknown" device.

Step 4

Follow the steps to approve the device and grant it access to the Intel Viiv Media Server. Verify that the status is approved and that the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR has access to the Intel Viiv Media Server.

Step 5

The final step in this process is to add your music and photos to your Intel Viiv Media Library. Return to the main menu, select Media Library and follow the instructions to build your library. You're finished! The Intel Viiv settings are now set. In the next section well show you how to play music and view photos on your DIRECTV Plus HD DVR.

Use Media Share

After setting up the Intel Viiv Technology on the PC in the previous section, the next step is to start the media server. Right-click on the Intel Viiv Technology icon at the lower right corner and select Start Media Server.
After a few moments, an on-screen message will display on your TV screen to confirm the connection. Press the SELECT button on the remote to select CONTINUE.
Press the MENU button on the remote control again to display the MENU, then select Music & Photos". The Media Share screen will display.
Select Music to go to the Music Submenu. Access music by Artist, Album, Song and even Playlists! You can also select your favorite XM Music Channel. Your favorite music will play as you watch your TV or view photos from your Intel Viiv Processor Technology-based PC.
Once the desired songs are selected from the Music Submenu, the song's information will display on the Trick Play bar.

Step 6

If you want to view photos, go to the Photos Submenu. Select Browse and you can see several photos at once!

Step 7

You can listen to music and display photos at the same time. Host a party and show your friends your favorite digital photos on the big screen!

Step 8

Pressing the yellow button on your remote control toggles control between music and photos or video.
Pressing the stop button while in music control stops the music from playing and the audio from the current channel is then heard.
Pressing the stop button while in photo control stops the display of photos and displays the video from the current channel.