Welcome! Now that you're plugged in, it's time to start enjoying access to over 265 channels of TV programming, including Sirius XM
and Sonic Tap satellite music channels, plus an extensive Pay Per View selection. We'll take you step by step through everything from
pushing the POWER button to searching and finding your favorite programs. If you want a quick overview of your receiver, read Chapter 1,
Quick Start. Detailed information starts in Chapter 2.
This user guide describes DIRECTV Standard-Definition (SD), as well as High-Definition (HD) receivers. Because this user guide was
designed to accommodate several models of DIRECTV Receivers, your receiver and its user interface may vary slightly from what is
shown here.
Getting Connected
If a professional installed your DIRECTV
you just added a surround sound system or other equipment, please see Chapter 3: Connections for TV and Auxiliary Equipment.
IMP O R TA N T:
You must add/maintain HD Access on your account in order to be able to view the HD channels
included in your programming package.
DIRECTV hardware, programming, and HD Access fee available separately. For information and pricing
regarding programming, and HD Access, please visit directv.com.
Receiver, you are ready to start watching TV. If your receiver was not professionally installed or
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Welcome to the DIRECTV Family!
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