Digital video recorders (DVRs), similar to videocassette recorders, allow you to record programming from your satellite, cable or broadcast television system. DVRs record programming on a hard disk similar to a computer's hard drive. The devices are easy to set up, require no videotapes or discs and are compatible with your DIRECTV satellite system. You don't need to call a technician or buy special tools to connect a DVR to your DIRECTV system.
Instructions
1. Turn off your DIRECTV receiver. Unplug the device and turn the receiver around so the back of the device is facing you.
2. Place the DVR next to your DIRECTV receiver with the back of the DVR facing you. Do not place the DVR on top or below the DIRECTV receiver. The heat from the DVR will damage it.
3. Plug one end of a yellow composite cable into the "Video Out" jack on the back of the DIRECTV receiver. Plug the other end of the yellow composite cable into the "Video In" jack on the back of the DVR.
4. Plug one end of a white composite cable into the "Audio Out - Left" jack on the back of the DIRECTV receiver. Plug the other end of the white composite cable into the "Audio In - Left" jack on the back of the DVR.
5. Plug one end of a red composite cable into the "Audio Out - Right" jack on the back of the DIRECTV receiver. Plug the other end of the red composite cable into the "Audio In - Right" jack on the back of the DVR.
6. Plug in both devices' power cords. Turn the pieces of equipment around so the front of the devices are facing you.
7. Turn on the DIRECTV receiver. The receiver will take a few minutes to start up.
8. Turn on your television and the DVR device. You should see programming from your DIRECTV receiver.
9. Set the DVR's controls to "Line" or "Video." This is the setting to activate the DVR's audio/video jacks. Follow any specific recommendations in the manual that came with the DVR.
10. Press "Record" on the DVR to record a test program from your DIRECTV receiver. Record the test program for five minutes.
11. Play back the test recording on the DVR. You should see video and hear audio. If the DVR did not record, check the connections and the settings on your DVR device.
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