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DIRECTV HD Satellite TV

Written by: Rick Taylor - Mar 12, 2010

DIRECTV recordings that you have set at home will work in conjunction with those you send remotely.

From exclusive sports subscriptions to regional networks, DIRECTV delivers the most sports and games in stunning high definition that is the only way to watch sports.

If you want the best that TV has to offer such as access to the most HD channels, the most sports in HD, next-generation technology and more, you need DIRECTV.

With the most channels in HD, including your local channels, DIRECTV delivers the best that TV has to offer.

If you are not already enjoying DIRECTV HD, here is what you need to start experiencing it today.

Never miss a game. Set your home DVR with any cell phone or computer.

Only on DIRECTV can you experience expanded coverage of Grand Slam golf and tennis, with multiple channels on one screen and scores and stats at the press of a button.

See the best Vietnamese entertainment and news coverage, including SBTN, the first 24-hour Vietnamese programming network originated in America.

Enjoy the best Cantonese entertainment, including Jade TV, with our Jadeworld package, available without a base package.

See everything from the biggest Hollywood blockbusters to groundbreaking indies to the bold original series that have everyone talking.

You may live in the U.S. but that does not mean you cannot stay in touch with best in TV from the rest of the world. Brazilian, Filipino, Russian and many more. Take your pick from our tremendous selection of international packages from the world over.

DIRECTV and Dish Network are both satellite TV services but that is where the similarity ends.

See for yourself why DIRECTV is the leader in sports.

Enjoy an exciting range of entertainment in your language including everything from Bollywood hits to spiritual programs.

Pay your bill, browse shows and set your DVR, order Pay Per View or new equipment all on directv.com with just a few clicks. We even have an online assistant to guide you through the process.

Enjoy coverage you will not see anywhere else of the US Open, Australian Open, French Open and Wimbledon.

See the rage of UFC world class kings of the cage like Georges St-Pierre, Chuck Liddell and others.

We have the channels you want and more of them in HD than anyone.

If you want to get the most from your flatscreen, DIRECTV has most full-time HD channels now and will soon be able deliver over 200 HD channels.

See up to eight popular sports channels on a single screen and select any one to watch full screen.

A number of different vendors produce DIRECTV dishes, receivers and accessories.

When you program DIRECTV TiVo-like features, it will track and record your favorite shows whenever they are on the air.

DIRECTV pause and rewind features make live high-definition TV available for up to 90 minutes.

DIRECT HDMI output, Component, S-Video, Composite, and Optical Audio outputs are available.

You are in control of how you watch - back up, slow down or use instant replay.

Search and record your favorite shows via person, title, keyword or channel.

Record every episode of your favorite shows automatically — even if the day or time of the show changes during the week.

Customize the guide by choosing only the channels you want to see.

Get a DIRECTV dish. The dish is actually a parabolic reflector that captures a satellite TV signal and focuses it on the feed horn that sticks out in front of the dish. The feed horn amplifies and filters the signal and sends it to the receiver.

Simply put, a DIRECTV DVR puts you in control of your TV by allowing you to watch your programs when you want to.

DIRECTV HD offers the best in national programming including CNN HD, A&E HD, The History Channel HD, National Geographic Channel HD, Food Network HD, premiums like HBO HD, Showtime HD, Cinemax HD, Starz HD - and more.

In various cities local channels are broadcast in HD over the public air waves so, using an off-air antenna, you can view such programs in their HD clarity. However, in some cities you can view HD local channels without the use of this antenna. As the programming trend continues to move towards HD you'll be able to use the DIRECTV equipment to view all of it. Check availability in your city.

DIRECTV HD has the technology to bring the excitement of the game and the suspense of a thriller right into your living room.

HDTV on DIRECTV offers the ultimate surround sound experience with the latest Dolby Digital technology. The surround sound equipment required is sold separately.

High definition (mpeg-2, mpeg-4) and standard definition (mpeg-2) enabled in your DIRECTV DVR receiver allows you to view the best in both HD and SD programming.

With DIRECTV HDTV, you get a variety of HD programming, including ESPN HD, Discovery HD Theater, HBO HD, SHOWTIME HD and more including HD shows from the major networks with off-air antenna.

Imagine viewing your HD programs with up to 10 times the amount of pixels seen on ordinary TV - you'll believe you're a part of the action when you view it on a DIRECTV HDTV DVR receiver.

Digital and high-definition programming are not equal - HDTV provides much clearer picture and color.

DIRECTV HD Satellite TV receivers have 2 satellite tuners for access to SD and HD programming.

DIRECTV HD TV DVR technology includes Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound so you can listen to superb theater-quality sound with additional hardware.

Cable TV wires on Poles are not always reliable and erode with age and exposure to weather that degrades service quality. DIRECTV solves this problem with its satellite microwave wireless content delivery platform.

In an increasingly wireless world, cable TV is becoming an antiquated technology. Wireless satellite technology like DIRECTV is the wave of the future.

Picture and sound quality on traditional analog cable is poor compared to DIRECTV HD.

DIRECTV service pricing remains consistent without the continuous rate hikes that cable TV operators are prone to imposing on their captive subscribers.

DIRECTV is consistently #1 in Customer Satisfaction according to JD Powers and Associates Syndicated Residential Satellite/Cable TV Customer Satisfaction Studies.

Although many cable subscribers are reasonably well satisfied with their service, many cable customers are unhappy with poor reception, frequent outages, limited channel selection, and high monthly fees for premium channels. DIRECTV is an excellent alternative.

Local Networks are available in digital quality through DIRECTV via a small antenna to receive programming that is broadcast on local channels. Cable companies do not offer this option.

Sports fans, switch from cable TV and get the DIRECTV ESPN GamePlan that gives you hundreds of games each season - many more games than cable.

Many movies on DIRECTV are already being broadcast in wide screen format while cable is still primarily standard format.

Unlike cable receivers, all DIRECTV receivers deliver Dolby Pro-Logic Surround Sound and Dolby digital optical output is available on some satellite receivers.

With over 250 channels of sports, movies, news, weather, local, and national programs over 100% digital signaling, DIRECTV, sometimes spelled incorrectly as DIRECT TV or DIRECTTV, is the industry leader in the United States serving over 16 million customers with award-winning content, customer service and technical support.

Is it possible to get DIRECTV and watch the programs on more than one telvision sets in my home? Yes! Every television set in your house can have DIRECTV receiver.

The receivers provided by DIRECTV include program guides that you can access through your television set to find the channels that you want to watch very easily.

The first DIRECTV qualifying consideration is to make sure that you have a clear line of sight to the Southern sky. In a multi-tenant building, if you are located on the lower floors, you may run into a problem where an object or a building might be block the line of sight to the DIRECTV satellite in the Southern sky. First make sure you have a clear view of the Southern sky before ordering DIRECTV.

If you live in a rented home apartment, or condo, please review your lease agreement to confirm permission before scheduling installation with DIRECTV. If you need to get permission from your landlord to install DIRECTV, you can use the DIRECTV Installation Permission Form to document the permission.

To order DIRECTV, there is a low up front fee, but after a rebate, you will receive your initial payment back.

The DIRECTV HR20 65 to 100 HD DVR can record up to 65 hours of HD shows and up to 450 hours of SD shows. This unit has the playback options such as slow motion, frame advance, multiple forward and rewind speeds, and you can pause or rewind live HD/SD shows for 90 minutes. The unit also has an integrated satellite receiver exclusive to DIRECTV.

DIRECTV is The Best in Customer Satisfaction with customer service cannot be beat. For the past several years, DIRECTV has received the highest score for customer satisfaction from The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI).

DIRECTV customer satisfaction scores were better than those of all other satellite and cable TV companies, including Dish Network.

The Series Link Feature of the DIRECTV Plus HD DVR is very useful feature that allows you to record an entire season of shows without finding each one. When a show is re-scheduled, the receiver changes with it automatically.

DIRECTV offers premium channels at an additional cost such as HBO, Showtime Unlimited, Starz Super Pack, Cinemax, Sports Packs, HD Extra Pack, Playboy TV, Game Lounge, and Baby First TV.

The DIRECTV HR22 65 to 100 HD DVR receiver is completely compatible with all of DIRECTV HD offerings. You can watch standard definition (SD) or high definition (HD) on this unit. The HR22 65 to 100 also features the Advanced Program Guide.

The DIRECTV Plus HD DVR is also capable with Dobly Digital 5.1 Surround Sound that creates a whole new sensation in viewing pleasure. You can also add additional hardware to DIRECTV surround sound.

One of the most popular programming packages is the NFL Sunday Ticket.

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