Installing a DirecTV DVR should be an easy task if you have basic home entertainment knowledge. DirecTV DVRs provide users the flexibility of watching TV when they want. Recording shows and programs allow you to skip commercials and watch episodes in a fraction of the time it would take to watch live. DirecTV DVRs can be purchased online or in many home entertainment stores. No special tools should be required. All wires and cables should already be installed or come with DVR purchase.
Instructions
1. Screw two coax cables coming from satellite dish into inputs labeled "Satellite In." Refer to DirecTV DVR user guide for exact location of inputs. These cables should have already been supplied when the technician originally installed DirecTV.
2. Screw desired video cables into back of DVR and TV input. Many types of cables can be used. Composite and S-Video cables are the most common and should be provided with the purchase of a DirecTV DVR. High Definition Multimedia (HDMI) cables can only be used if you upgraded your service to high definition (HD) programming. HD programming requires a HD DVR. HDMI cables can be found in most electronic stores.
3. Plug power cord into wall outlet and turn DVR on. DVRs should turn on with your DirecTV remote.
4. Call DirecTV technical support to finalize installation. DirecTV’s technical support team needs to perform the final stages of the installation. This process will probably take a few minutes. You should be able to watch DirecTV like you did before once the final stages are complete.
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