Setup And Activation; Guided Setup; Activate Your Directv ® Service - DirecTV HD DVR User Manual

Setup and Activation

Guided Setup

If your receiver was not professionally installed, or you have had to reset your receiver for any reason, you will need to follow the guided
setup screens before starting DIRECTV Service.
1.
Make sure the MODE switch at the top of the remote control is set to DIRECTV, which is the far-left position.
2.
Press PWR. The DIRECTV Plus
3.
The first screen will allow you to select a language. Using the arrow keys on the remote control, move to the language
you prefer and press SELECT.
4.
Follow the on-screen instructions.
After these setup procedures are complete, you'll see a message on-screen that says, "Acquiring Satellite Info," as the receiver gathers
information from the satellite for the on-screen program guide.
Next, you'll be given the opportunity to program your remote to control other equipment such as your TV and/or DVD player. Just follow
the screen instructions and you'll be ready to watch in no time!
Activate Your DIRECTV
Once all the setup processes are complete, all that's left to do is activate your DIRECTV Service. Before you make the call, be sure to:
Have on hand your service address, social security number and a valid major credit card.
Note your receiver ID and access card numbers. The receiver ID is on a sticker behind the access card door on the front of the receiver,
while the card number is on the access card itself. Use the Product Information page following the Table of Contents to note this
information.
When you're ready, just call 1-800-531-5000; pick the programming package that's right for you and subscribe to DIRECTV service.
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