DirecTV HD65W20 User Manual

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Table Of Contents
Setup and Connections ............................................................................ 7
Step 1: Unpack the System .......................................................................................... 8
Step 2: Connect Your TV to Other Components ........................................................ 8
Jacks and Cables ................................................................................................... 9
Front Buttons ......................................................................................................10
Back of the TV ..................................................................................................... 12
The Basic Connection ......................................................................................... 14
The Advanced Connection .................................................................................15
Connecting Speakers to the TV ......................................................................... 16
Connecting a Stereo Amplifier .......................................................................... 17
Step 3: Place Batteries in the Remote Control ......................................................... 18
Step 4: Plug in and Turn on the System ....................................................................18
Step 5: Complete the Interactive Setup .................................................................... 18
Step 6: Order Programming ...................................................................................... 18
Using the Remote Control ..................................................................... 19
Remote Control Buttons ............................................................................................ 20
Programming the Remote Control ........................................................................... 22
Using the Remote to Control a Component .....................................................23
Basic TV Operation ................................................................................. 25
About the Channel Banner ....................................................................................... 26
Changing Between DIRECTV and TV Mode ............................................................. 28
Changing Channels ....................................................................................................29
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) Operation .............................................................................30
PIP Buttons ..........................................................................................................30
Using the PIP Feature ......................................................................................... 30
PIP Problems? ...................................................................................................... 31
Using the INPUT Button ............................................................................................ 32
Using the Program Guides ..................................................................... 33
Bringing Up the Program Guides .............................................................................. 34
Anatomy of the TV Program Guide ..........................................................................35
Anatomy of the DIRECTV® Programming Guide .................................................... 36
Getting Around in the Guides................................................................................... 37
Tuning to a Program .......................................................................................... 37
Using the GUIDE Button ............................................................................................38
Sorting the DIRECTV® Programming Guide ............................................................ 40
The Other Icons ..........................................................................................................44
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Adjusting TV Controls ............................................................................ 45
Picture Quality Controls ............................................................................................ 46
Picture Settings .......................................................................................................... 46
Color Warmth ..................................................................................................... 46
Noise Filter .......................................................................................................... 47
Convergence .............................................................................................................. 47
Picture Presets ............................................................................................................ 47
Reset Controls ............................................................................................................ 47
Audio Controls ........................................................................................................... 48
Mute ....................................................................................................................48
Tone Controls ...................................................................................................... 48
Audio Processor ............................................................................................... 48
Speakers ........................................................................................................... 49
Sound Logic ..................................................................................................... 49
SAP ....................................................................................................................... 49
Optical Output ................................................................................................ 49
Audio Language ................................................................................................. 49
Using the Profiles ................................................................................... 51
Creating User Profiles ................................................................................................ 51
About Profiles ............................................................................................................ 52
The DIRECTV Setup .................................................................................................... 52
Editing Channels in a DIRECTV List .................................................................... 52
Selecting or Deleting All DIRECTV Channels ..................................................... 53
Setting the DIRECTV Spending Limit ................................................................. 53
Setting the DIRECTV Rating Limit ...................................................................... 54
Setting the TV Rating .........................................................................................56
Choosing Your Profile ......................................................................................... 62
Locking and Unlocking a User Profile ............................................................... 63
Locking the System ............................................................................................. 64
System Options and Preferences........................................................... 65
Changing the Signal Source ...................................................................................... 66
Changing the Signal Type .......................................................................................... 66
Auto Tuning ............................................................................................................... 67
Channel Search .......................................................................................................... 68
Mailbox ....................................................................................................................... 68
Purchases: Pay Per View Programs ............................................................................ 69
Reviewing and Canceling an Upcoming Purchase ............................................ 71
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Setting the Time and Date ........................................................................................ 72
Using the Preferences Menu ..................................................................................... 72
Color Scheme ...................................................................................................... 72
Translucency ........................................................................................................73
Default Guide ..................................................................................................... 73
Screen Format .....................................................................................................73
Caption Display ................................................................................................... 74
Analog Captions ................................................................................................. 74
Using Fetch .................................................................................................................75
Getting Assistance .................................................................................. 77
Running the Interactive Setup .................................................................................. 78
Getting Antenna Information ................................................................................... 78
Dish Pointing ..............................................................................................................79
Your New Access Card ............................................................................................... 81
Running the System Test ........................................................................................... 81
Off-Air Guides ............................................................................................................ 82
Upgrades .................................................................................................................... 82
Reference ................................................................................................ 83
Getting Information .................................................................................................. 83
Troubleshooting .........................................................................................................84
Care and Cleaning ..................................................................................................... 86
FCC Registration Information ................................................................................... 87
Warranty..................................................................................................................... 88
Accessory Information ............................................................................................... 90
Placing an Order ........................................................................................................ 92
Index ...........................................................................................................................93
5
Welcome to HDTV
High Definition refers to a new way of sending programming information over the airwaves and into your TV. There are two types of TV display formats available. One is ATSC format, which originated from the Advanced Television Systems Committee. The other is NTSC format, which is named for the National Television System Committee. What makes your High Definition Television (HDTV) special is that it has tuners capable of receiving several types of signals: analog (in NTSC format) and digital (in ATSC format), cable (in NTSC and ATSC formats), and digital satellite and high definition satellite (coming from DIRECTV if you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming†). This TV makes receiving all types of signals seamless. Below is an example of how your HDTV can receive the different types of signals.
So why is it called High Definition? Definitioncommonly called resolutionrefers to the sharpness of the image and is determined by the number of dots, or pixels, your screen uses to create the image. The more pixels the sharper the
DIRECTV SATELLITE
DIRECTV HD SATELLITE
SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA*
TERRESTRIAL ANTENNA
TERRESTRIAL ANTENNA
HDTV
CABLE TV
OR
TOWER SENDING ANALOG AND/OR
SIGNALS
DIGITAL
Parts of a Complete High Definition System
image. An HDTV normally has either 1080 or 720 rows and over 1,000 columns of pixels. This results in a display of over one million pixels. Your HDTV also has a wide screen, or wide aspect ratio of 16:9 as opposed to the common 4:3 ratio. It is normally capable of displaying both interlaced images (like todays analog TVs) and progressive images (like a computer monitor).
What this all means is that while digital broadcasting will bring many new possibilities, only people with HDTVs like yours will actually be capable of realizing many of them. A wide aspect ratio, one million pixel resolution, CD-quality audio with Dolby Digital surround sound, and improved interactivity are features of many digital broadcasts, and your HDTV will help bring it all into your home.
* The appearance of your satellite dish antenna may differ from that shown here. If your satellite dish antenna is round instead of oval, you can receive programming from only one DIRECTV satellite.
6

Setup and Connections

Getting Started
This section tells you how to get your HDTV set up and connected. It describes the cables you will need, explains the front and back panels, and walks you through the steps needed to start using your TV.
Setup and Connections
1
➣➣➣ ➣
Using the Remote
2
Basic TV Operation
3
Using Program Guides
4
Adjusting TV Controls
5
Using the Profiles
6
System Options
7
and Preferences
Getting Assistance
8
Reference
9
7
Setup and Connections

Step 1: Unpack the System

Make sure to locate the remote control and power cord.

Step 2: Connect Your TV to Other Components

During the satellite dish antenna installation, the TV may have been connected with just a coaxial cable for the system test. Depending on what components you have, another connection may provide better picture and audio quality. The following sections provide cable and connection information to help you decide what connection is best for you.
Things to Know Before Connecting Components
Protect Your Components from Power Surges
Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet.
Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect
any cables.
ON•OFF
TVVCR1
DIRECTV
DVD
AUX
VCR2
MUTE SKIP
CH
+
VOL
VOL
CH
GO BACKFETCH
GUIDE INFO
OK
MENU CLEAR
123
456
789
INPUT
ANTENNA
0
REVERSE PLAY FORWARD
RECORD
STOP PAUSE
PIP SWAPCH CTRL WHO
Remote Control
Power Cord
Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference
Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TVs back panel instead of straight
down the middle after you connect your components.
Try not to coil any twin-lead cables; keep them away from the audio/video cables as much as possible.
Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the safety sheet packed with your unit.
Protect Your Components from Overheating
Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.
Do not stack components.
Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.
Place an amplifier on the top shelf of the stand so that heated air rising from it will
not flow around other components.
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Jacks and Cables

Below is a description of the jacks and cables you can use to make connections. Note that not all cables come with your television unit.
S-Video Jack and Cable
The S-Video jack provides the best picture quality for your system.
This jack is available on this TV and is used in conjunction with audio cables. Remember also to connect the left and right audio cables because the S-Video jack carries only the picture signal, not the sound.
Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)
The audio/video jacks provide very good picture and stereo sound quality.

S-Video Jack

Theses jacks are used for most audio/video connections between components. The audio/video jacks are often color coded (yellow for video, red for right audio, and white for left audio). If your component has only one input for audio (mono), connect it to the left (white L/Mono) audio jack on the TV.
RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type)
RF jacks are necessary for reception of off-air broadcasts, cable, and DIRECTV signals.
These jacks are required for antenna or cable connections. The RF and coaxial jacks on the TV are labeled SATELLITE IN, ANTENNA A IN, and ANTENNA B IN. An RG-6 coaxial cable is required for all satellite signal distribution.
Optical Jack and Cables
The optical cable is used for connecting a Dolby Digital receiver. If you own a Dolby Digital receiver that uses an optical cable-type input, you can use an optical cable to connect the TV to that receiver for the best sound quality.

Telephone Jack and Cord

The telephone line cord is required to connect your TV to a phone line. If you choose to subscribe to DIRECTV® programming, a phone line dedicated and continuously connected to the digital satellite receiver is required. The phone line connection is used to periodically call out to DIRECTV. You will need an RJ11 type modular jack, which is the most common type of phone jack and might look like the one pictured here. If you dont have a modular jack, call your local telephone company to find out how to get one installed.
Audio/Video Jacks
RF Jack
Digital Audio
Out Jack
Phone Jacks
Y, PB, PR Jacks and Cable
The Y, PB, PR jacks allows you to connect an optional component video source, such as a DVD player. This connection provides optimum quality by maintaining the video source as three separate signals through these jacks. To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables for the connection.
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Y PB PR
Setup and Connections

Front Buttons

The diagrams below describe the front panel and front input jacks on the TV. Please note that the exact look of the buttons pictured here may be different from yours.
TV DIRECTV
TV|DIRECTV Toggles between TV mode and DIRECTV mode.
INFO Brings up the on-screen channel banner. Press when in the program guide to get
more information on the highlighted program or channel.
VOL < Decreases the volume. When in the menu system, VOL < moves the highlight left and adjusts menu controls.
INFO
MENU OK
POWER
If you cannot find your remote control, you can use the front panel of the TV to operate many of the TVs features.
VOL > Increases the volume. When in the menu system, VOL > moves the highlight right and adjusts menu controls.
CH v Scrolls down through the current channel list. If you are in TV mode and press CH v, you scroll down through TV channels. If you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming and are in DIRECTV mode, you scroll down through DIRECTV channels. In the menu system, CH v moves the highlight down one page at the time and adjusts menu controls. In the program guides, CH v advances the highlight one screen down.
CH ^ Scrolls up through the channel list. If you are in TV mode and press CH^, you scroll up through TV channels. If you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming and are in DIRECTV mode, you scroll up through DIRECTV channels. In the menu system, CH^ moves the highlight up one page at the time and adjusts menu controls. In the program guides, CH^ advances the highlight one screen up.
MENU|OK Brings up the main menu. When in the menu system, it selects highlighted items.
POWER Turns the TV on and off.
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Front Inputs

The monitor has front inputs for convenience; one set of audio/video inputs and a headphone jack. These jacks let you connect a baseband NTSC (analog) component such as a VCR, Internet access device, game, or camcorder. Look for a hinged door and gently lift the cover open. Please note that the exact look of the jacks or the TV pictured here may be different from yours.
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AUDIO IN
PHONES Provides a connection for headphones.
VIDEO IN Provides video connection. The video connector is usually yellow.
AUDIO IN
R
L Provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white. When connecting devices that use a monaural cable, such as some camcorders, use the left input jack to get sound from both speakers. R Provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually red.
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Back of the TV

The diagram below describes each of the back panel jacks found on the TV. When connecting A/V cables, be sure to connect corresponding outputs and inputs (video to video, right audio to right audio, etc.).
SATELLITE
IN

ACCESS CARD

DIGITAL
PHONE
AUDIO OUT
JACK
ANTENNA B
IN
ANTENNA A
IN
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
VIDEO
POWER
AUDIO
L
S-VIDEO
R
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
AUDIO
YP
R
L
B PR
AUDIO OUTPUTS
VARIABLE
FIXED
LR L
EXT SPEAKERS
+
L
R
R
EXT
INT
+
SATELLITE
IN
SATELLITE IN Use to connect the satellite dish antenna to the TV using an RG6 cable.
ACCESS CARD
ACCESS CARD Insert the access card into the slot so your program provider can identify you. Make sure the contacts on the access card are facing left and the top of the card is facing right while inserting. (Refer to “New Access Card” in this manual’s
PHONE
JACK
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
Assistance section for details.) The DIRECTV System requires a valid card.
PHONE JACK Use to connect a phone line to the TV. The DIRECTV System requires a continuous phone line connection to periodically call out to program providers.
DIGITAL AUDIO OUT Use a digital optical cable (or SPDIF cable) to connect your TV to a compatible Dolby Digital receiver or decoder. Dolby Digital offers theatre-quality sound (six audio channels).
ANTENNA B
IN
ANTENNA B IN Use to connect an off-air or terrestrial antenna or cable TV signal to the TV.
ANTENNA A
IN
ANTENNA A IN Use to connect a second off-air or terrestrial antenna or cable TV
signal to the TV.
Note: You can also use the ANT B IN (or ANT A IN) for video games and switch between the two inputs using the ANTENNA button on the remote control. When using TV games, computers, and similar products with your TV, keep the contrast at a low setting. If a fixed (non-moving) pattern is left on the screen for long periods of time at a high contrast setting, the image can be permanently imprinted onto the picture tubes. These types of imprints are not covered by your warranty because they are the result of misuse.
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INPUT 1 Lets you connect a baseband NTSC (analog) component such as a VCR, laserdisc player, Internet access device, or DVD player.
VIDEO provides composite video connection. The video connector is usually yellow.
L AUDIO provides left audio connection. The left audio connector is usually white.
R AUDIO provides right audio connection. The right audio connector is usually
red.
S-VIDEO lets you connect an S-Video cable for better video quality picture to a component with S-Video capability, such as a VCR or DVD player. When using S­Video, make sure to connect the two audio cables as well as the S-Video connector.
INPUT 2 Provides connection to a second NTSC (analog) video component such as a VCR or laserdisc player. Its jacks are the same as described for INPUT 1, above.
INPUT 3 Provides connection to a third NTSC (analog) video component, such as a VCR or laserdisc. Its jacks are the same as described for INPUTS 1 and 2.
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
S-VIDEO
R
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT Use to connect an optional component video source, such as a DVD player. This connection provides optimum quality. Note that it is essential to match the color coded connectors between a compatible device and the monitor.
Grey side panels protecting against screen burn-in are not always generated when watching a 4:3 image via the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks. Therefore, limited viewing of a 4:3 image is recommended when no side panel are present. Also note that when watching an image via the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks, you will not be able to manipulate the screen format.
• AUDIO R/L The audio jacks provide stereo sound. When connected, audio volume from the main front and rear speakers is variable audio.
• Y PB PRUnlike a single video input, component video maintains the video signal
as three separate signals through these three jacks. To ensure maximum picture quality, use three video-grade cables for the Y, PB, and PR connections.
AUDIO OUTPUTS
• FIXED L/R Provides fixed-level audio output from the television. This audio output
is ideal for audio recording or for connecting to an A/V receiver amplifier (an auxiliary baseband component) when you want to control the volume through the A/V receiver instead of the TV.
• VARIABLE L/R Use to connect an A/V receiver or amplifier (an auxiliary baseband
component) for variably-controlled stereo output.
• RIGHT and LEFT Speaker Terminals Use to connect external speakers for right
and left surround sound.
• INT. / EXT. (switch) INT sends audio only to the monitors internal speakers. EXT
sends audio to only external speakers.
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
AUDIO
R
L
AUDIO OUTPUTS
FIXED
LR L
EXT SPEAKERS
+
R
B
YP
VARIABLE
+
L
P
R
R
EXT
INT
To turn the TVs internal speakers on and off, press MENU on the remote control and choose Audio. Then choose Speakers from the menu.
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The Basic Connection

TV and VCR
SATELLITE
CABLE OR ANY ALTERNATE RF SIGNAL, SUCH AS A DIGITAL OR ANALOG TERRESTRIAL ANTENNA
CABLE OR OFF-AIR ANTENNA
DISH ANTENNA
TV
SATELLITE
IN
ACCESS CARD
PHONE
JACK
ANTENNA B
IN
ANTENNA A
IN
VCR
DIGITAL
AUDIO OUT
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
How to view programming:
To watch cable TV or off-air TV programs from an antenna in this connection, press ANTENNA on the remote control until ANTENNA A is displayed in the channel banner.
To watch cable or any other alternate RF signal, such as digital or analog terrestrial, press ANTENNA on the remote control until ANTENNA B is displayed in the channel banner.
To watch satellite programming, press DIRECTV on the remote control and channel up or down to the desired program.
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
POWER
R
S-VIDEO
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
AUDIO
R
L
OUT
L
YP
R
BPR
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
AUDIO OUTPUTS
VARIABLE
FIXED
LR L
EXT SPEAKERS
L
+
R
L
R
CH3 CH4
R
EXT
INT
+
How to view a VCR:
Press INPUT on the remote control and select the video input (in this example, VID1) in the channel banner. Because the digital decoder is in the TV, not the VCR, digital channels cannot be recorded. If an off-air antenna is used, the VCR output should be viewed using one of the video inputs.
If youve already set up auto tuning, press the VCR1 button on your remote control.
NOTE: Viewing a VCR while in AIR mode may result in poor picture performance. Instead, select System Options from the main menu, then select Signal Type and select Cable.
How to view a DVD and VCR:
The ANT B and ANT A jacks can receive digital or analog RF signals. The illustrations
Some cable systems may require a conversion box. If so, consult your cable companys box tuning instructions for details.
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here are recommended connections in a cable environment.
Setup and Connections

The Advanced Connection

TV, VCR, and DVD Player With Amplifier
DVD
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
VIDEO
VIDEO
POWER
OUT
L
R
AUDIO
L
S-VIDEO
R
AMPLIFIER WITH
OPTICAL INPUT
CABLE OR ANY ALTERNATE RF SIGNAL, SUCH AS A DIGITAL OR ANALOG
TERRESTRIAL ANTENNA
CABLE OR OFF-AIR ANTENNA
DIGITAL
AUDIO IN
SATELLITE DISH ANTENNA
TV
SATELLITE
IN
ACCESS CARD
DIGITAL
PHONE
AUDIO OUT
JACK
ANTENNA B
IN
ANTENNA A
IN
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
AUDIO
YP
R
L
BPR
AUDIO OUTPUTS
VARIABLE
FIXED
LR L
EXT SPEAKERS
L
+
R
L
R
After you have made your connections, program the TV to tune to the correct video input channel to see and hear audio and video from the attached component (VCR, DVD player, etc.). Program your TV as described in the System Options and Preferences section of this book.
To watch the VCR in this connection, press INPUT on the remote control until the correct video input appears (in this example, VID3). Note that because the digital decoder is in the TV, not the VCR, you cannot record digital channels.
To watch the DVD player in
R
EXT
INT
+
this connection, press INPUT on the remote control until the correct video input appears (in this example, S­VID1 ).
VCR 1
CH3
ANT. IN
VIDEO
OUT
L
R
RF OUT
CH4
Some cable systems may require a “conversion box. If so, consult your cable companys box tuning instructions for details.
Please Read Before Using the Digital Audio Out Jack
This TV’s optical digital output jack fully complies with the international standard governing this type of jack (IEC958), and is designed for connection to a Dolby Digital (AC-3 or PCM) receiver or Dolby Digital (AC-3 or PCM) decoder. Older equipment, some of which is not fully compliant with IEC958, may not be compatible with the Dolby Digital bitstream. Such a connection using anything other than Dolby Digital AC-3 or PCM receiver or decoder could create a high noise level, causing damage to headphones or speakers.
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Connecting Speakers to the TV

You can connect up to two additional speakers to the TV: one to the RIGHT terminal, and one to the LEFT terminal.
1. If necessary, remove the vinyl covering from the ends of the speaker wire and twist the wire core.
AUDIO OUTPUTS
FIXED
LR L
VARIABLE
R
Speaker wire
2. Open the lever on the speaker terminal.
3. Insert the wire core into the hole. Be sure to connect the (+) to (+) and (-) to (-).
4. Close the lever. Pull gently on the wire to see that its connected securely.
To turn on or off the TVs internal speakers, press MENU on the remote control and choose Audio. Then choose Speakers from the menu.
LEFT RIGHT
Arrange the speakers in your TV room to achieve maximum sound quality.
TELEVISION
EXT SPEAKERS
+
R
EXT
INT
+
L
When connecting the speaker wire, make sure you connect the positive (+) terminal on the TV to the positive (+) terminal on the speaker. One side of the speaker wire is usually marked with a white stripe to help you match the terminals correctly. If the (+) and (-) terminals are not matched properly, the speakers will not be in phase, causing reduction in bass frequencies.
Do not allow the wire core to touch other wires or terminals. Damage to components could result if the cores of two wires touch.
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Connecting a Stereo Amplifier

1. Use RCA cables to connect either the FIXED or VARIABLE AUDIO OUTPUT from the monitor to an A/V receiver.
FIXED provides fixed-level audio output from the monitor. This audio output is
ideal for connecting to an A/V receiver that has its own volume control.
VARIABLE provides variable-level audio output. Volume levels are controlled by
the volume controls on the monitor and monitor remote control.
2. Use speaker wire to connect the monitor to external speakers.
The EXT/INT switch beside the jacks let you turn speakers on or off. EXT sends
audio to external and internal speakers. INT sends audio only to the monitor’s internal speakers.
3. You may prefer to turn off the TVs internal speakers. Select Audio from the main menu and then select Speakers.
Important: Do not use the amplifiers PHONO inputs. Consult the amplifiers owner’s manual for the manufacturers recommended hookup.
A/V RECEIVER
TAPE
SATELLITE
IN
ACCESS CARD
CD
IN
R
L
TV
IN OUT IN
IN
VCR
OUT
AUDIO OUTPUTS
FIXED
LR L
EXT SPEAKERS
+
R
VARIABLE
+
L
R
EXT
INT
The FIXED/VARIABLE OUT jacks on the back panel provide a fixed or variable audio signal. When connected to “variable”, they are ideal for use with an audio amplifier that does not have its own remote volume control. When connected to fixed, the output volume stays the same no matter how the volume changes on the TV.
DIGITAL
PHONE
AUDIO OUT
JACK
ANTENNA B
IN
ANTENNA A
IN
INPUT1
INPUT2
INPUT3
AUDIO
VIDEO
L
R
POWER
S-VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
AUDIO
YP
R
L
Right Speaker
B PR
OR
AUDIO OUTPUTS
VARIABLE
FIXED
LR L
EXT SPEAKERS
+
L
R
R
EXT
INT
+
Left Speaker
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Step 3: Place Batteries in the Remote Control

Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your TV’s remote control.
1. Remove the cover from the battery compartment.
2. Insert batteries into the battery compartment, matching the + and – end of each battery.
3. Replace the cover.

Step 4: Plug in and Turn on the System

Plug one end of the power cord into the back of the television as shown on right. Plug the other end into a wall outlet. Be sure to insert the plugs completely.
To turn on the TV, press the TV or ONOFF button on the remote control or the POWER button on the front panel. It may take several seconds for the TV to turn on.

Step 5: Complete the Interactive Setup

POWER

Interactive setup appears when you turn on your TV for the first time. Follow the steps to configure the basics of your system, such as setting up the time and day, searching for available channels, and setting up speakers. To run it again, select Assistance from the main menu, then select Interactive Setup. For more details, see the section Getting Assistance in this book.

Step 6: Order Programming

You should decide if you would like to receive DIRECTV® programming*. To receive DIRECTV® programming, your satellite dish antenna must be installed and pointed correctly. You must also contact your service provider, DIRECTV.
Programming with DIRECTV: Call 1-800-347-3288
TV
When you order programming, you need to know your access card number. To get the number, select Assistance from the main menu and then select System Test.
Wait for the system to run all of its tests. The access card number is displayed at the end of the system test.
Write the access card number in the space below for easy reference:
* Receipt of DIRECTV programming is subject to the terms of the DIRECTV Customer Agreement, a
copy is provided at DIRECTV.com and in your first bill. DIRECTV and the Cyclone Design logo are trademarks of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corp., and are used with permission.
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How to Use Your Universal Remote Control
In this section you will find out how to use your universal remote control. This section:
defines the buttons on the remote control.
Describes how you toggle between TVmode and DIRECTV mode.
Shows you how to change between analog
terrestrial, digital terrestrial, and DIRECTV channels.
Walks you through using the PIP (picture-in­picture) feature.
Describes how to program the remote to control other devices such as a VCR.
Important: Because this universal remote can con­trol several different components (TV, VCR, etc.), it uses operational modes triggered by the compo­nent buttons. For example, if you want the remote to control the VCR, you would press the VCR button to put the remote into VCR mode so you could control the VCR.
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Using the Remote
2
Basic TV Operation
3
Using Program Guides
4
Adjusting TV Controls
5
Using the Profiles
6
System Options
7
and Preferences
Getting Assistance
8
Reference
9
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Remote Control Buttons

ONOFF When the remote control is in TV or DIRECTV mode, ON•OFF turns the TV on or off. If in another component mode, (VCR, DVD, etc.) and programmed, the remote will turn the component on and off. When pressed twice within two seconds, all components that are on will be turned off (this feature only works with most RCA, GE, and PROSCAN products).
VCR1 Places the remote control in VCR mode and if auto tuning is enabled, it will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel for viewing VCR1.
TV Turns on the TV and tunes to the last-viewed TV channel. Also places the remote control in TV mode. Placing the remote in TV mode enables you to access the TVs menu system as well as tune to analog, digital, or cable TV channels.
DVD Places the remote control in DVD mode and if auto tuning is enabled, it will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel for viewing your RCA, GE, or PROSCAN DVD player.
VCR2 Places the remote control in VCR2 mode and if auto tuning is enabled, it will turn on the TV and tune to the correct video input channel for viewing VCR2.
(LED) Light that indicates youre in programming mode when programming the remote control. Also displays when a valid remote control button is pressed.
L.E.D.
VCR1
DVD

MUTE

L
O
V
FETCH GUIDE
ON • OFF
VCR2
CH +
CH -
TV
DIRECTV
AUX
SKIP
V
O
L
GO BACK
INFO
OK
AUX Places the remote in auxiliary mode in order to control the component (such as a laserdisc player) that you have programmed it to control. Acts as a wildcard button, as it can be programmed to control another VCR, cable box, satellite receiver, or an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN audio component.
DIRECTV Places the remote control in DIRECTV mode, turns on the TV, and tunes to the last-viewed DIRECTV® channel. If you subscribe to DIRECTV
®
programming, you must be in DIRECTV mode to view DIRECTV® channels. Placing the remote in DIRECTV mode enables you to access the TVs menu system as well as tune to DIRECTV® channels.
MUTE Reduces the TVs volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore volume.
SKIP Press once before changing channels and the TV will return to the original channel after 30 seconds. Press repeatedly to add more time. If no other displays are present, pressing CLEAR will cancel the commercial skip timer.
CH +/- Scrolls up or down through the current channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels. If you are in TV mode and press CH+/-, you scroll through TV channels. If you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming and are in DIRECTV mode, you scroll through DIRECTV channels. In DVD mode, CH +/- will skip chapters on a disc played by RCA, GE, or PROSCAN DVD players.
VOL UP/DOWN Adjusts the TVs audio volume.
FETCH Brings up the Fetch menu, which is a list of most commonly accessed
menu items.
MENU
2
1
4
5
89
7
INPUT
0
STOP PAUSE
RECORD
PIP
SWAP
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PLAY FORWARDREVERSE
CH CTRL
CLEAR
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ANTENNA
WHO
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GO BACK Moves you back and forth between the last two channels selected in either DIRECTV mode or TV mode. For example, if you have been viewing both DIRECTV and TV channels (and thus using both the DIRECTV and TV modes), pressing GO BACK while watching a DIRECTV® channel moves you back to the last DIRECTV® channel you viewed. Pressing it while watching a TV channel moves you to the last TV channel you viewed. In the menu system, pressing GO BACK returns you to the previous menu screen.
(Light Bulb Button) Press to illuminate some of the remote controls buttons. To conserve battery power, the light turns off after several seconds.
GUIDE When in TV mode, brings up the TV program guide. In DIRECTV mode, brings up the DIRECTV®programming guide. Subsequent presses of the GUIDE button scroll through the different types of guides. Press GUIDE after pressing INPUT to get a guide-like list of available video input channels.
INFO Brings up channel and viewing information via the channel banner. Quickly press again to bring up an extended channel banner and press a third time to remove the banner. Press when in the program guides to get more information on the highlighted program or channel.
ARROWS Used to point to different items in the menu system and adjust the menu controls. Also move the PIP window when no menus are on the screen.
OK When in the menu system and other on-screen displays, selects highlighted items.
MENU Brings up the main menu and selects highlighted items. When in using an RCA,
GE, or PROSCAN VCR and in VCR mode, it functions as a PROGRAM button.
Dont worry about getting stuck inside a menu. Pressing the CLEAR button on the remote control takes you out of the menu system.
CLEAR Removes on screen displays and returns to normal viewing. If no displays are present and the skip timer is set, CLEAR will cancel the commercial timer.
DIGIT BUTTONS (0 - 9) Enters channel numbers and time settings directly though the remote control. For more information on entering digits to change channels, see the section Basic TV Operation. When in the menus, the digit buttons can be used to directly select items without using the arrows. 0 can be used to return to the previous menu screen.
INPUT Toggles through the available external input sources.
ANTENNA Switches the source of the off-air signal between the HDTVs ANTENNA A
and B. When in VCR mode, the ANTENNA button also functions as a TV/VCR button.
REVERSE, PLAY, FORWARD, RECORD, STOP, PAUSE If programmed, provides transport control for some remote-controllable VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players, tape decks, and CD players when the remote is in that mode. When in TV or DIRECTV mode, FORWARD will toggle through screen formats.
PIP (Picture-in-Picture) When viewing an analog signal, brings up the small PIP window. Press again to hide PIP.
SWAP Exchanges the main analog picture with the analog PIP window.
CH CTRL (Channel Control) Selects the picture window (either the main or PIP window)
that will change when you press the CH +, CH -, INPUT, or digit buttons on the remote control.
WHO Toggles through user profiles.
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Programming the Remote Control

The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable components, such as VCRs. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE and PROSCAN TVs, VCRs, DVD players, and laserdisc players.
Testing the Remote Control
To determine whether the universal remote control requires programming, turn on a component, such as a VCR, point the remote control at the VCR, and press the VCR1 button. Then press ONOFF or CH + (channel up) or CH - (channel down) to see if the VCR responds to the remote control commands. If not, the remote control requires programming.
Using Automatic Code Search
The following instructions can be used to program the remote control. If you want to exit the automatic code search without programming any of your components, press and hold CLEAR until the LED light on the remote control turns off.
L.E.D.
VCR1
DVD
VCR2
ON•OFF
AUX
TV
DIRECTV
1. Turn on the component you want to control (VCR, etc.).
2. Press and hold the button you want to program (VCR1, VCR2, etc.). Note that the AUX button can only be programmed using direct entry (see the next section for details). While holding the component button, press and hold ONOFF until the LED light on the remote control turns on, then release both buttons.
3. Point the remote control at the component you want it to control.
4. Press and release PLAY, then wait five seconds or until the LED light stops flashing.
At this point the remote control is searching for the correct code to program. If, after five seconds, the component you want to control does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote control to search the next set of codes.
Continue pressing PLAY until the component turns off or you have searched through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If the component does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the remote cannot control that particular component.
If the component you want to control does turn off:
1. Press and release REVERSE, then wait two seconds. Repeat this step until the component turns back on.
2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the LED light on the remote control turns off.
+
H
C
C
PLAYREVERSE
STOP
V
O
L
H
-
L
O
V
You’ll use these buttons when you program the remote to control any component. The remote may not operate all models of all brands.
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Using Direct Entry
1. Turn on the component to be programmed.
2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list in the section Remote Control Codes on the following page.
3. Press and hold the remote control button you want to program.
4. Enter the code from the code list.
5. Release the button, and then press ONOFF to see if the component responds to the remote control commands. If it doesnt, try pressing the component button and then ONOFF again.
6. If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand until the component responds to the remote control commands.

Using the Remote to Control a Component

Once the remote has been programmed successfully, you are ready to use it to control your components, such as a VCR, DVD player, or laserdisc player.
To operate the component:
1. Press the component button (VCR1, VCR2, DVD, or AUX) to set the remote to control the component.
2. Press ONOFF to turn the component on or off.
3. Use the remote control buttons that apply to that component.
This remote control may not operate all models of the brands that are shown. Use the codes shown in this manual, or on the sheet packed with your remote control.
Use the AUX button to control a separate satellite receiver, if necessary. Do not reprogram the DIRECTV button.
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Remote Control Codes
VCR
Admiral ............................................. 2131
Adventura ......................................... 2026
Aiko ................................................... 2027
Aiwa ........................................ 2002, 2026
Akai ........ 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008,
American High ................................ 2021
Asha ................................................... 2013
Audio Dynamics .................. 2009, 2010
Audiovox .......................................... 2014
Bell & Howell................................... 2011
Beaumark ......................................... 2013
Broksonic .............................. 2012, 2025
Calix .................................................. 2014
Candle ... 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017,
Canon .......................... 2021, 2022, 2114
Capehart ................................ 2020, 2110
Carver ............................................... 2062
CCE ........................................ 2027, 2061
Citizen . 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017,
Colortyme ....................................... 2009
Colt .................................................... 2061
Craig ................. 2013, 2014, 2023, 2061
Curtis-Mathes 2000, 2002, 2009, 2013,
2016, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2115
Cybernex .......................................... 2013
Daewoo 2015, 2017, 2019,2025, 2026,
Daytron............................................. 2110
Dbx ......................................... 2009, 2010
Dimensia ........................................... 2000
Dynatech ............................... 2002, 2026
Electrohome ......................... 2014, 2029
Electrophonic .................................. 2014
Emerson ..................... 2002, 2012,2014,
...... 2015, 2021, 2024, 2025,2026,2029,
2030, 2032, 2033, 2034, 2035, 2036,
2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2041,
..... 2042, 2044, 2045, 2047, 2065, 2105,
Fisher ..... 2011, 2023, 2048, 2049, 2050,
Fuji .......................................... 2021, 2119
Funai ....................................... 2002, 2026
Garrard ............................................. 2026
GE 2000, 2001, 2013, 2021, 2022, 2053,
Goldstar 2009, 2014, 2018, 2054, 2121
Gradiente ......................................... 2026
Harley Davidson ............................. 2026
Harman Kardon .............................. 2009
Harwood .......................................... 2061
Headquarter .................................... 2011
Hitachi ... 2002, 2055, 2056, 2057, 2107,
HI-Q .................................................. 2023
Instant Replay .................................. 2021
JCL ..................................................... 2021
JC Penney ........2009, 2010, 2011, 2013,
... 2022, 2055, 2056, 2058, 2059, 2060,
Jensen .......................... 2055, 2056, 2111
2111,2112, 2113
2018, 2019
2018,2019,2027
2027, 2028, 2110
2113, 2116, 2117, 2130
2051, 2052,2118
2115, 2120
2111, 2120, 2122
2014, 2021,
2107, 2118
JVC ... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2058, 2111,
Kenwood ... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018,
KLH ........................................................ 2061
Kodak .......................................... 2014, 2021
Lloyd ............................................ 2002, 2026
Logik ....................................................... 2061
LXI .......................................................... 2014
Magnavox ... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063, 2104,
Magnin .................................................... 2013
Marantz ........................... 2009, 2010, 2011,
........... 2016, 2018, 2021, 2058, 2062,2064
Marta ...................................................... 2014
Masushita ............................................... 2021
MEI .......................................................... 2021
Memorex ................................... 2002, 2011,
2013, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2026, 2104, 2131
MGA ................................. 2029, 2065, 2113
MGN Technology ................................. 2013
Midland .................................................. 2053
Minolta ............................. 2055, 2056, 2107
Mitsubishi .. 2029, 2055, 2056, 2065, 2066,
......... 2070, 2071, 2072, 2073, 2074, 2106,
Montgomery Ward ................... 2075, 2131
Motorola..................................... 2021,2131
MTC ................................. 2002, 2013, 2026
Multitech ... 2002, 2013, 2016, 2026, 2053,
NEC ........... 2009, 2010, 2011, 2016, 2018,
2058, 2064, 2076, 2078, 2079, 2111, 2123
Nikko...................................................... 2014
Noblex ................................................... 2013
Olympus ................................................ 2021
Optimus ...................................... 2014, 2131
Optonica ................................................ 2096
Orion ..................................................... 2035
Panasonic ... 2021, 2022, 2109, 2125, 2126,
Pentax ........ 2016, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2120
Pentex Research .................................. 2018
Philco ..................... 2021, 2022, 2062, 2063
Philips .................... 2021, 2062, 2096, 2124
Pilot ........................................................ 2014
Pioneer ....... 2010, 2055, 2080, 2081, 2123
Portland ................ 2016, 2017, 2019, 2110
ROSCAN ...................................... 2000, 2001
P
Protec ..................................................... 2061
Pulsar ...................................................... 2104
Quarter ................................................. 2011
Quartz .................................................... 2011
Quasar ............................. 2021, 2022, 2125
RCA ........... 2000, 2001, 2003, 2013, 2021,
........... 2055, 2056, 2082, 2083, 2084,2085,
2088, 2089, 2090, 2091, 2107, 2115, 2120,
Radioshack/Realistic ...... 2002, 2011, 2013,
......... 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026, 2029, 2049,
Radix ....................................................... 2014
Randex ................................................... 2014
Ricoh ...................................................... 2128
2058, 2111,2123
2050, 2096, 2131
2123
2108, 2124
2067, 2069,
2113, 2123
2061
2127
2086,2087,
2125
2014
Runco .......................................................... 2104
Samsung 2005, 2013, 2015, 2033, 2053, 2112
Sanky ................................................ 2131, 2104
Sansui ......................... 2010, 2092, 2111, 2123
Sanyo ..................................... 2011, 2013, 2023
Scott ..... 2012, 2015, 2025, 2032, 2035, 2038,
Sears ................ 2011, 2014, 2021, 2023, 2048,
.... 2049, 2050, 2051, 2055, 2056, 2107, 2118
Sharp .... 2002, 2017, 2029, 2094, 2095, 2096,
Shintom ...................... 2004, 2056, 2061, 2098
Shogun ........................................................ 2013
Signature ......................................... 2002, 2131
Singer ..................................... 2021, 2061, 2128
Sony ...... 2002, 2004, 2098, 2099, 2119, 2128
STS .................................................... 2021, 2107
Sylvania . 2002, 2021, 2022, 2026, 2062, 2063,
Symphonic ....................................... 2002, 2026
Tandy ................................................ 2002, 2011
Tashiko ........................................................ 2014
Tatung ............................................... 2058, 2111
TEAC ............... 2002, 2026, 2058, 2085, 2111
Technics ........................................... 2021, 2109
Teknika . 2002, 2014, 2021, 2026, 2100, 2129
TMK ....................................... 2013, 2024, 2047
Toshiba . 2015, 2049, 2051, 2055, 2065, 2093,
ToteVision ....................................... 2013, 2014
Unitech ....................................................... 2013
Vector Research ...... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016
Victor .......................................................... 2010
Video Concepts ....... 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016,
Videosonic ................................................. 2013
Wards . , 2002, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2021, 2023,
.... 2029, 2055, 2056, 2061, 2096, 2101, 2102,
XR-1000 ............................... 2021, 2026, 2061
Yamaha . 2009, 2010, 2011, 2018, 2058, 2111
Zenith .............. 2004, 2098, 2104, 2119, 2128
2065, 2093, 2116
2131
2065, 2124
2116
2113
2026,
2103, 2107, 2116, 2131
Cable Boxes
ABC ...... 5002, 5003, 5004, 5005, 5006, 5007,
Antronix .......................................... 5008, 5009
Archer ........................ 5008, 5009, 5010, 5011
Cabletenna ................................................. 5008
Cableview ................................................... 5008
Century ...................................................... 5011
Citizen ......................................................... 5011
Colour Voice ................................... 5012, 5013
Comtronics ..................................... 5014, 5015
Contec ........................................................ 5016
Jasco ............................................................ 5011
Jerrold ... 5003, 5005, 5007,5018, 5023, 5024,
Magnavox.................................................... 5025
Memorex .................................................... 5026
Movie Time .......................... 5002, 5027, 5028
NSC ....................................... 5002, 5027, 5028
Oak ......................................... 5002,5016, 5029
Panasonic ......................................... 5048, 5052
5053
5046, 5053
Paragon .............................................. 5026
Philips ................ 5011, 5012, 5013, 5019,
Pioneer .................................... 5033, 5034
Pulsar .................................................. 5026
RCA .............................. 5047, 5049, 5052
Realistic ................................... 5009, 5049
Regal ........................................ 5022, 5035
Regency ............................................. 5017
Rembrandt ........................................ 5003
Runco ................................................. 5026
Samsung .................................. 5014, 5034
Scientific Atlanta5006, 5036, 5037, 5038
Signal ........................................ 5014, 5018
Signature ............................................ 5003
SL Marx .............................................. 5014
Sprucer .............................................. 5052
Starcom ........................ 5007, 5018, 5053
Stargate ................................... 5014, 5018
Starquest ............................................ 5018
Tandy .................................................. 5040
Teleview ............................................. 5014
Tocom ...........................5004, 5023, 5041
Toshiba ............................................... 5026
Tusa ..................................................... 5018
TV86 ................................................... 5027
Unika ............................ 5008, 5009, 5011
United Artists ................................... 5002
United Cable .................................... 5053
Universal ............ 5008, 5009, 5010, 5011
Videoway ........................................... 5044
Viewstar ............. 5015, 5025, 5027, 5040
Zenith ........................... 5026, 5050, 5051
5025, 5030, 5031, 5032
Satellite Receivers
Chapparal ............................... 5056, 5057
Drake ...................................... 5058, 5059
GE ............................................ 5000, 5001
General Instruments . 5060, 5061, 5062
Panasonic ........................................... 5075
Primestar ........................................... 5076
Proscan ................................... 5000, 5001
RCA ......................................... 5000, 5001
Realistic .............................................. 5063
Sony .................................................... 5072
STS1 .................................................... 5064
STS2 .................................................... 5065
STS3 .................................................... 5066
STS4 .................................................... 5067
Toshiba ............................................... 5068
Toshiba ............................................... 5073
Uniden ................................................ 5069
Audio
(For RCA and Dimensia brands only)
AM/FM ............................................... 4003
Aux ..................................................... 4004
Phono ................................................. 4005
CD ...................................................... 4007
Tape .................................................... 4006
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The Ins and Outs of Using
Setup and Connections
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Your HDTV
This section tells you about the interactive channel banner, which appears when you change channels or press INFO on the remote.
It also describes how to change channels and modes and how to use PIP (Picture-In-Picture).
This section gives you a broad, clear view of how to operate the basics of your TV.
Using the Remote
2
Basic TV Operation
3
Using Program Guides
4
Adjusting TV Controls
5
Using the Profiles
6
System Options
7
and Preferences
Getting Assistance
8
Reference
9
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Basic TV Operation

About the Channel Banner

The channel banner appears whenever you tune to a channel or press INFO on the remote control. When the banner is displayed, pressing INFO gives extended information, when available. Use the arrow buttons and OK to choose an icon in the channel banner.
Channel banner icons represent frequently-used features. Some icons change appearance to show the item’s status or availability.
Program title, start and end time, rating, current audio language, and audio mode availability
Please note that when you’re in TV mode, the channel banner will not look the same as when you’re in DIRECTV mode (if you subscribe to DIRECTV® programming).
Main picture channel number
Channel logo, when available
Takes you to the Main menu
Toggles between TV mode and DIRECTV mode
Locks and unlocks the system or unlocks the video
Indicates incoming signal aspect ratio and screen format applied to it
Sorts titles of the current DIRECTV for specific information
Displays mail from program providers
Cycles through the audio language choices
Current antenna (TV mode only)
Current date and time
“Family” is one of five selectable profiles
Searches titles of all DIRECTV® programming guides for specific information
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programming guide
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