Search By "Person; Search By "Channel; Chapter 2 - Channels & Program Info - DirecTV R16NC-500 User Manual

Search by "Person"

Use the onscreen keypad to type in the first 3-4 characters of person's last
name. You'll see a list of names which include actors, actresses and directors.
After you select a name, you'll be given the option select a category to narrow
your search results. If you don't want to narrow, select "All".
A list of program titles will display. Highlight and select an individual program
to record or select "Autorecord" to record all programs for the person selected.
Autorecords are persistent. Therefore, any time a program becomes available in
the Guide that matches your Person, it will automatically be recorded.

Search by "Channel"

Use the onscreen keypad to enter the first few letters of the channel name.
For example, type in "BL" to find Bloomberg. Highlight and select the desired
channel from the list. A list of programs scheduled on that channel will display.
Highlight a title and press SELECT for program info and recording and other
options.
Channels & Program Info
CHAPTER 2 -
Search for Shows
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