| The Digital Satellite Recorder can record two | The most distinguishing features of HDTV are |
| shows at once. It can even record two shows | the aspect ratio and increased lines of |
| while you watch a third, previously recorded | resolution. HDTV's aspect ratio is 16:9 |
| show. To take full advantage of this feature, | (Width:Height) as opposed to 4:3 of the |
| you'll need to ensure that two satellite inputs | current NTSC system. Films will retain their |
| from a dual-LNB system dish antenna are | original size and resolution, and the sound can |
| connected to their Satellite Recorder. | be delivered in "digital-quality" 5-channel |
| | DIRECTV is the first satellite TV service whose |
| Their new Digital Satellite Recorder has all the | receiving system is built into HDTV sets, so |
| same features as their Receiver with TiVo - | viewers who purchase this HDTV equipment |
| but with a new name! | will have easy access. |
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Los Angeles |
Nashville |
Washington |
Cedar Rapids |
Virginia Beach |
Hollywood |
Alexandria |
Knoxville |
Spirit Lake |
Des Plaines |
Elizabeth |
Towson |
Paducah |
Shawnee |
Coral Springs |
Winter Haven |
St. Clairsville |
Emporia |
Canton |
Newnan |
Essex Junction |
Port Angeles |
Warren |
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| In order to receive the signal, the dish must | The DVR offers hours of digital recording |
| have a direct line of sight to the south through | without videotape, allowing you to |
| a window. However, many types of window | automatically record every episode of your |
| glass degrade the satellite signal. Therefore, | favorite shows every time it's on! You can |
| it's strongly recommended that you install your | record two shows at once and even pause live |
| satellite dish outside in a suitable location. | TV, rewind, watch in slow motion, and create |
| | instant replays. |
| DIRECTV has created a programming service | |
| specifically driven to offer customers more | DIRECTV Digital Satellite Recorder is the |
| choice and value for their entertainment dollar. | latest advancement in their technology - a |
| | satellite receiver that combines access to |
| | programming with their Digital Video |
| | Recording (DVR) service with TiVo. |
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